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25 York Terrace, Regent's Park. - Is working a tapestry chair cover for Milnes as a mark of gratitude; advice as to George's appointment from Sir George Nugent, Sir Thomas Fremantle and her uncle de Grey; Customs vacancies.

Serlby. - Can Houghton assist his friend Thurlow Dowling?: Mrs Dowling is sister to Colonel Dunn, V.C; lists his military exploits; interested in trial of [Bonaparte?], having gone through the same trial several times.

Enclosure: letter, 26 Mar. 1870, from Thurlow Dowling to Bennett, 10 Low[er] Belgrave St, Eaton Sq. - Success of Houghton's previous intervention on his behalf with Earl de Grey; now seeks recommendation to Lords Cardwell and Northbrook to obtain a War Office Inspectorship.