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Buxton to Lord John Russell and The Times article, 31 Aug and 1 Sep 1841

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Shelfmark: MSS. Brit. Emp. s. 444 Vol. 20, p. 313

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  1. Buxton to Lord John Russell, thanking him for his good offices on behalf of Cleghorn, congratulating him on his record in office regarding promoting the interests of Black people, and responding promptly to any applications made to him, and thanking him also for what he had done towards the abolition of the slave trade. He expresses regret that he was no longer in office (copy), 1 Sep 1841
  2. The Times; report of the Cabinet's decision to tender its resignation to the Queen and the proposed announcement of this fact to both Houses of Parliament that day, 31 Aug 1841.

Dates

  • Creation: 31 Aug and 1 Sep 1841

Extent

1 page

Language of Materials

  • English

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MSS. Brit. Emp. s. 444 Vol. 20, p. 313

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A microfilm (Micr. Brit. Emp. 17, reel 8) is available for use at the Weston Library.

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