| Collection | Victorian Papers, Main Series |
| Description | Right Reverend Dr Samuel Hinds' wish to retire as Bishop of Norwich and his desire to be brought under any measure established for giving allowances to retiring bishops. Mission to China accepted by Lord Elgin (James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin). Lord Palmerston's tribute to Sir John McNeill services in Persia [Iran]. Proposal for a Baronetcy or Privy Councillorship for him. Proposal for filling the vacancy in the Oxford University Commission, caused by the death of Francis Egerton, 1st Earl of Ellesmere. Vacancy in the Order of the Thistle, due to the death of James Duff, 4th Earl of Fife. |