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15 Bury Street, St James. - Seeks an appointment in one of the new Irish colleges, 'even though I were not a Roman Catholic Graduate of Trinity College Dublin, Berlin Professor, relative of O'Connell's and the agitating repeal Peer Lord Ffrench'; can Milnes advise him whether to obtain anti-English or anti-Irish certificates; can lecture on German literature, geographical and commercial statistics; political economy and history; 'dazzling prospects when he rejected offer of a Repeal Wardenship, 'with liberty to wear the uniform of the '82 Club'; would appreciate a swift reply as he plans to return to Berlin if unsuccessful.

15 Bury Street, St James. - Preamble is reported proved; will Milnes transmit it to Sir James Graham, who will open it regardless of whether it is sealed; grateful for attention to present aspirations.

56 Wilhelm Strasse, Berlin. - Will Milnes intercede with Lord Lincoln as appointments are being made; also has support of friends in Ireland and a strong letter from von Humboldt; will come over shortly to importune those who have not given support to 'one of the Martyrs of Science'; desires to know 'whether you would wish me to obtain for you or any of your more particular enemies an estate or two in Gallicia, as I think I could do something with the Austrian Molly Maguires. There are, however, still upwards of 17 out of 900 landed proprietors alive'.

Sends copy of letter from von Humboldt to Sir James Graham; previously thought Milnes his most 'rash and enterprising patron'; no situation would induce him to part with original testimonial; was graciously received by Lord Westmorland. Contains copy by Moriarty of letter in French, 11 Apr. 1846, from Alexander von Humboldt to Sir James Graham: Berlin. - Introduces Mr Moriarty, whose departure after a long residence will be much regretted; his services to German literature and commerce; entertains high regard for him and would like to help him obtain a Professorship to advance the study of foreign literature.

Berlin. - Will follow Milnes' good advice; dines at My Lord [Westmorland?]'s and will give Milnes' sympathy to Lumley and Lowther.