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Collection	Victorian Papers, Main Series
Reference	VIC/MAIN/A/2/142
Record Type	Correspondence
Title	Letter from Lord Melbourne to Queen Victoria
Date	2 December 1839
Writer	Melbourne, 2nd Viscount
Addressee	Victoria, Queen
Description	Melbourne saw Duncannon. The Duchess of Kent is in an uneasy and excited state. This is natural considering it is the greatest crisis in Her Royal Highness's life. Suggested to appoint someone to manage her affairs. Duncannon's message concerning a picture at Hampton Court. Cabinet unable to discuss and settle meeting of Parliament, because of the absence of certain information. Melbourne tells Queen Victoria what the business of Treasurer is. He advises combination of Treasurer and Privy Purse.
Language	English
Extent	1 document
Access Conditions	Available for research
Level	Item

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