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gentleman joined with me in this Commission, Mr. Philip Holland, and myself took our departure for Salisbury.

It will be of use in throwing light on the subject to give here the credentials, or at least the credential letter, dated 10th December, 1844, and addressed to A. Bisset, Esq., and P. Holland, Esq. The following is a copy of the letter:—

"My dear Sirs,

"I have not time to write notes to all those with whom I am personally acquainted, or whom I know to be friendly, in Wilts, Dorset, and Somerset; but you will he good enough in the first instance to show this to Mr. Lambert, solicitor, Salisbury, and to Mr. Squarey, and they will, I am sure, not only give all the personal aid in their power, but also give you letters of introduction which will aid you in your inquiries in all parts of the country. I have sent you a list of names of parties to whom I would advise you to apply; and be good enough to use this letter as an introduction, if necessary.

"Believe me, my dear Sirs,
"Yours faithfully,
"RICHARD COBDEN."

This letter was written at the offices of the Anti-Corn Law League, in Spring Gardens, London, on the evening of the 10th December,