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Stourton Lodge, Leeds. - Will attend Lord Northampton’s scientific parties; Lord John Russell's problems; unpopularity of taxes; turnpike trusts.

Holmfield House. - The policeman of Brotherton has just called with the news that the 'reputable Inhabitants of that town', understanding that an address has been made to Milnes' father 'begging him to forgive the Gang of Poachers he has a Warrant out against', hopes that the 'as far as the two older are concerned he will not listen to it, as they are two most notorious Thieves as well as poachers'. Does not have Milnes' father's address and is 'sorry to hear of his fiacre Accident'; hopes is not as bad as reported. Hopes 'the corn law Agitation will be satisfied as wheat is now falling in price Weekly'.

Ferrybridge. - Mr Charnock seeks advice about work on the fabric of the church; a comet; Bishop of St. David's; Milnes' perfect appearance at 'the strange little Queen's strange Ball'.

Stourton Lodge, Leeds.

Written to the new tenant of the land previously farmed by Charles Charnock, Holmefield House, explaining why Milnes cannot make as large a reduction in the rent. With copies of 'remarks' on Owston's farm, noting the improvements from Charnock's time, but also what could be done better.

Stourton Lodge, Leeds. - Would like to become a Magistrate; Radicals' opposition to appointment for Charnock at Leeds.