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40 Ennismore Gardens. - Has received Ellis' letter, with the copy of that from Napier, and forwarded them to his father; it seems plain they will 'not be able to avoid legal proceedings'; has asked his father to arrange a meeting with Ellis. Marked by Ellis as received on 30 Jun. 1875.

Memorial of George Henry Ellis on application made by Sir Charles Edward Trevelyan.

Memorial of George Henry Ellis on application made by Sir Charles Edward Trevelyan. Pencil note at end partially erased and crossed through. Endorsed by Ellis and Ellis.

On embossed notepaper for 8 Grosvenor Crescent, S.W. - Arrangements for a meeting; sends a letter from Sir Henry Holland 'which is quite to the purpose'.

Spring Gardens. - Sir Charles Trevelyan is sorry to learn that Napier 'cannot avail [himself] of the proposal which he authorized [Ellis] to make'; he must 'protect his undoubted rights', which Napier himself acknowledges, and gives notice that any attempt by Napier 'to publish any of Lord Macaulay's letters will be met by an immediate application of the proper court to restrain such action'.

Alterations and additions made to draft in blue pencil.

On printed notepaper, 40 Ennismore Gardens. - Will call on Ellis on Monday [date marked on letter by Ellis].

On House of Commons embossed notepaper. - Is told by Mr [Henry?] Campbell Bannerman that Gibson Craig, Dalzell [sic] and Brodie are a 'first class firm'; their connection with Trevelyan's uncle [Lord Macaulay] was so very close and friendly (old Gibson Craig having been his colleague in Parliament and his near friend) that they would exert themselves to the utmost in the matter; suggests contacting the firm.

Sends address of Messrs Gibson Craig, Dalziel & Brodies.

5 Thistle St Edinburgh. - have received letter; will be glad to receive the papers referred to therein.

Spring Gardens. - Probably drawn up by George Henry Ellis. Describes the situation between Sir Charles and George Otto Trevelyan on the one side and Macvey Napier on the other over publication of Lord Macaulay's lawyer.

Mr [Horace] Davey has seen the correspondence and given his opinion; it needs to be established whether the courts in Scotland will take the same view as Davey; the next stage is to 'restrain if possible the publication without Sir Charles Trevelyan's consent of Lord Macaulay's letters'.

Sets out the status of Sir Charles Trevelyan, the late Thomas Flower Ellis, and George Henry Ellis in relation to Lord Macaulay's letters

Wishes to know if Holly Lodge is to be disposed of, how soon, and at what annual value.

40 Ennismore Gardens. - Has read Ellis' letter, and the copy of Messrs Gibson Craig's. Sets out course he thinks should be followed re Macvey Napier's intention to publish letters of Lord Macaulay. 'It is quite evident that Napier only proposed to publish after he learned of my being engaged [in working on the letters]'

Instructions probably drawn up by George Henry Ellis.

8 Bedford Row. - Thanks for note; will be glad to hear anything further about the sale of Holly Lodge.

On Carlton Club headed notepaper. - Has been in Scotland and regrets the late reply; recommends employing Messrs Tod, Murray & Jamieson; gives their address.

302, late 288 Regent Street, W. - Referred by Thomas Flower Ellis, Mr Smith called to enquire about Holly Lodge but did not find him in; would be glad to hear as soon as the executors decide to sell; firm would be happy to undertake any valuation or sale of furniture 'on moderate terms'.

Signed by Hannah More Trevelyan, in the presence of Edward H. Ellis.

Messrs Mansell: wish for appointment re Holly Lodge.