Letter from Joseph Hooker to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes that he had been sent for questioning and when he had asked why he was imprisoned had been given the impression that it was an accident but a necessary one. He continues to write about his and Campbell's discomforts and difficulties but that they are happy that they are now together. He also writes to thank Hodgson for his letter and his concerns and efforts on Hooker's behalf. Handwritten, 28 sides, dated 23 November 1849.
Hooker Sir Joseph Dalton 1817-1911 Botanist, ExplorerIndia - politics and government
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Letter from Joseph Hooker to Brian Houghton Hodgson expressing the distress that he has caused his friends by his present circumstances. He continues outlining his and Campbell's actions and interaction with the Durban and Rajah. Handwritten, 8 sides, with accompanying envelope, dated 5 December 1849.
Hooker Sir Joseph Dalton 1817-1911 Botanist, ExplorerLetter from M.E. Grant Duff to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes that he read with interest Hodgson's letter of the 21st and that after showing Hodgson's first letter to Sir Rutherford Alcock has forwarded it to the Viceroy. Grant Duff writes that Mr Cooper is no longer in England. In a postscript W.N. Hunt, Private Secretary, adds that all the copies of Mr Dalton's book have already been distributed. Handwritten with embossed letterhead, 3 sides, dated 27 March 1873. Also accompanying envelope with Hodgson's annotations.
Duff Sir Montstuart Elphinstone Grant 1829-1906 Politician, administrator, authorLetter from Mountstuart Elphinstone (1779-1859) to Colonel Burrowes to ask him to thank Mr Hodgson for his favourable opinion of Elphinstone's effort in the field of Indian diplomacy. He praises Hodgson's studies. Handwritten, 4 sides, dated 24 June 1858, with accompanying envelope.
Elphinstone Mountstuart 1779-1859 Governor of Bombay, HistorianLetter from P. Le Neve Foster, Secretary of Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, to Brian Houghton Hodgson to inform him that the Duke of Argyll has notified his willingness to receive a deputation from the Society and to request Hodgson's attendance at the India Office for this purpose. Printed material, 1 side, dated 21 April 1873.
Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce 1754- London, EnglandLetter from Mr Foster to Brian Houghton Hodgson to say that Hodgson's letters had been handed to Colonel Hardy but he is not currently present and therefore Foster cannot retrieve the letters. Handwritten with printed letterhead, 1 side, dated 8 April 1873.
Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce 1754- London, EnglandLetter from Sir George MacGregor to Brian Houghton Hodgson to tell Hodgson that he has been appointed as Military Commander attached to the forces of Jung Bahadur from the Nepalese Army. He asks for insight into Jung Bahadur's character and what kind of thanks will be expected for his help. Handwritten, 8 sides, dated 7 December 1857. Also accompanying envelope.
MacGregor Sir George Indian Army OfficerLetter from Sir Louis Mallet to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which Mallet thanks Hodgson for his report and reiterates that he will take the opportunity of a private visit to Lord Northbrook independently of any official deputation. Mallet writes that Colonel Haughton has also been expressing similar views and that Mr Cooper called the other day and said that he had met some Tibetans in Calcutta and had conversation with them. Cooper was impressed with their extreme suspicion of the British. Handwritten, 4 sides, dated 2 May 1873.
Mallet Sir Louis 1823-1890 Civil ServantLetter from Sir Louis Mallet to Brian Houghton Hodgson to return the Papers that Hodgson has lent him. Mallet thinks Hodgson has made a good case and hopes that he can persuade the Duke and Lord Northbrook. Mallet will take the opportunity of writing privately to Lord Northbrook. Handwritten, 4 sides, dated 24 April 1873.
Mallet Sir Louis 1823-1890 Civil ServantLetter from Sir Louis Mallet to Brian Houghton Hodgson concerning Jung Bahadur. Handwritten with embossed letterhead, 3 sides, dated 3 September 1873. Also accompanying envelope with Hodgson's annotations.
Mallet Sir Louis 1823-1890 Civil Servant