He gives his opinion that Buxton could not refuse to subscribe to the Baptist Jubilee because of what they had done towards introducing Christianity into Africa, despite what they might think of them otherwise, suggesting that the subscription should be earmarked for a special use, such as schools in Africa. He inquires if Buxton was intimately acquainted with Lord Stanley, as he was considering addressing his letter on a Native Agency to him, and thought it would be better if it were submitted through one of his personal friends.