| Collection | Victorian Papers, Main Series |
| Description | Peel feels that Queen Victoria's comment on a passage in the French King's Speech concerning Spain is just. Other passages fair, but this one objectionable. The whole tenor of Speech a strong contrast to unwarrantable message of the President of the United States of America. Letter from Lord Mahon as to preparations made for festival at Ferozepur (India). Peel fears it will be a costly matter. Strange letter addressed to Her Majesty from Dublin, Peel will endeavour to gain particulars of the writer. Peel fears the article to which Her Majesty alludes will produce unfortunate effect on Lord Ellenborough. Much restlessness evident in Indian circles owing to Press attacks [the "Times"]. Duke of Sutherland's reply to parties who apply to him for sites for churches, and for aid. Peel and Sir James Graham think it desirable to institute an inquiry into the Condition of the Working Classes, and their real grievances. A document enclosed. Peel says the Savings Bank returns (for the week) are a good test of the condition of things among the working classes. Documents: A - optimistic letter from the Governor of the Bank of England, who says, 'The accounts from the country and the Continent are very cheering'; B - last week's returns of Savings Bank; C - first letter from a gentleman engaged in the inquiry into the Condition of the Working Classes. |