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Prince Albert's Official Papers

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      HENRY PHILPOTT (1807-92)

      Letter from Dr Philpott to Major General Grey

      16 - 18 Jul 1855

      Loose manuscript paper | 1 document (6 pages) (whole object) | RA VIC/MAIN/F/35a/89

      Dr Philpott discusses the Cambridge University Bill in Parliament. He writes that it has passed the House of Lords but is waiting to be presented to the House of Commons. He also mentions that the illness of Mr Goulburn has meant that he is unable to attend the House. Includes note dated 18 July.

      • Creator(s)

        Henry Philpott (1807-92) (writer)

        General Sir Charles Grey (1804-70) (addressee)

      • 1 document (6 pages) (whole object)

      • Place of Production
        The Close, Norwich
      • Object type(s)
          • printed & manuscript material
            • documents
              • correspondence
        Language(s)
        English
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