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The Cottage, Harley St., Bow Road, London. - Campbell’s aunt Mary was governess to the Misses Milnes; poor health forced him to leave Scotland for Malta, afterwards he travelled in the Near East and Europe; fears a relapse if he resumes further occupation; Government must show appreciation of his late uncle [Thomas Campbell]’s poetic contribution by supporting a relative; seeks Richard Monckton Milnes’ help in obtaining Landing Waitership in the Port of London.

6 Maria Terrace, Beaumont St., Milend [sic] Road, London. - Quotes newspaper passage on his recent Customs appointment which refers in error to Anti-Corn Law activities; it was his elder brother Alexander who was secretary of the Association; will Milnes correct this as his brother forbids him to do so; Alexander was appointed to a Landing Waitership by the Whigs eight years ago and now fears publicity.

Re memorial to Thomas Campbell at Westminster Abbey.

Treasury. - Details of vacancy for an auxiliary landing waiter at Liverpool. Sir Robert Peel will gladly appoint [Thomas] Campbell's nephew. Signature only autograph.