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A misunderstanding over the confidential nature of a document; wishes to confer with Lord Stanley and Lord George [Bentinck] about it, 5 July 1848

Congratulations on having rescued himself "from an embarassing position with diplomatic adroitness". The Italian question is settled, n.d.

Confused state of the political parties; "What is wanted ... are great events and men equal to them. The former are sure to arrive". Irish question "demands a master hand". Lord Londonderry's works on Castlereagh are "an inestimable addition to our political literature", 22 November 1848

Refers to the "growing greatness of Seaham". His meeting at Manchester with Lord John Manners and Mr. Smythe, 4 October 1844

Sympathy on Lord Seaham's accident. Personal news, 10 January 1850

Wishes to speak with Lord Londonderry before he opens a debate on foreign affairs, 19 May 1850

Arrangements for a meeting, 22 May 1850

His meeting with Lord Stanley re the London Convention and Irish franchise affairs; Stanley's desire to discuss the latter with Lord Londonderry. Wishes to bring about a meeting between "les grands of the old party", 26 May 1850

Intends to be in the House to thwart Palmerston's plan of making a surprise speech, 20 June 1850

Could not stop "the infernal bill" as he had been tricked by Grey over the timing of the proceedings, 27 August 1850

Tenant right question likely to take much time in Parliament Lord Londonderry has been badly treated over his Irish policy Newman: 'Even the peasants think they are going to be burnt alive and taken up to Smithfield instead of their pigs' Troubles in Germany 'can only be settled by conquest' 3 November 1850

Problems concerning the Horse Guards Lord John [Russell] has been unsuccessful at putting himself at the head of the 'Protestant Interest' 17 November 1850

"Ld. J[ohn] R[ussell] has shaken himself very much in the confidence of all those whose good opinion a statesman shd. wish to possess There is no point in overthrowing the government as there is no "strong and enduring" alternative; power could be slipping "from the hands of the aristocracy for ever". The Industrial question must have a compromise settlement, 29 December 1850

His activities as mediator between Lord Stanley and Sir James Graham, 3 February 1851

Approves of Lord Londonderry's conduct; the Conservative party is much indebted to him. The Government is likely to fall. Stanley will oppose the abolition of the Lord Lieutenancy of Ireland, 19 February 1851

Delay by Lord Stanley had prevented his visiting Lord Londonderry. Congratulations on his Abd El Kadir narrative, 5 May 1851

Cannot speculate on future politics, as the nineteenth century is one of rapid events. Is writing a biography of Lord George Bentinck, 28 September 1851

The Government is likely to fall before Easter unless sweeping measures are introduced, 2 November 1851

Is returning some documents, 29 February 1852

Regrets Lord Londonderry's exclusion from Parliamentary office; Lord Seaham was not appointed "as a sop", but was "in the first list for parliamentary office", 29 February 1852

Returns the article which is "a just expression" of Lord Londonderry's services and high repute; deplores the whole affair, 14 March 1852

Arrangements to visit Holdernesse House, 2 May 1852

Congratulations on Lord Londonderry's receiving the Duke of Wellington's garter, 12 October 1852

Wishes Adolphus to take part in a debate in the House; the government's policy needs as much support as possible, 12 December 1852

Lord Aberdeen has not "advanced one inch". The Liberal government's difficulties over personnel, and the Brookes and Reform Clubs; "finding the cake is to be cut up without. their having a slice", 21 December 1852

Clarendon "writes and talks of public affairs, as if he were a third-rate partizan". "Coalition, but no fusion" - will not last. "It is a place hunting cabal", with no settled policy, 31 December 1852

Disappointment at Adolphus' losing his seat. Russian activities have been aggravated "by British incapacity ... one of the inevitable consequences of a coalition". Attitude of Louis Napoleon. All agree "Aberdeen is not up to the mark". Lord Derby is not likely to retire in the present difficulties., 26 September 1853

Illness of his wife. Is expecting news from Paris at any moment, 19 October 1853

News from Paris has proved "mares nesterish"; the recall of the French ambassador from Constantinople, 3 November 1853

Russia has decided on war; negotiations have ended, 2 December 1853

Diplomatic activity of England, France and Austria re Turkey. Before peace can be assured, Turkey insists on "complete and immediate evacuation of the principalities. The second Conference of Vienna is likely to be as fruitless as the first. Half the Turkish fleet has been destroyed in the Black Sea. English and French fleets are ready, but a collision with Russia is not wanted; Russia is likely to achieve her object. Peelites propose cabinet reforms and the disenfranchising of some Whig boroughs, 14 December 1853

Has succumbed to his wife's illness. The cabinet are "all at loggerheads", 30 January 1854

Consents to act as godmother for Lady Londonderry's daughter, 13 November [1830]

Thanks for inquiries about her health, n.d.

Accepts invitation to Rosebank, but suggests a date more suitable for the King, 15 July [1831]

The King can only attend an evening ceremony; suggests a party instead of a dinner, 23 February [1831]

Accepts dinner invitation; the King will attend in the evening, n.d.

Consents to meet Dowager Lady Londonderry at Holdernesse House, n.d.

Thanks for the gift of an album. The King consents to visit Rosebank, 6 July

Thanks for the gift of a flower holder. Cannot provide any of her own work for Lady Londonderry's stall at the Bazaar, n .d.

Thanks for asking her to be godmother, 7 February 1830

Thanks for his visit to Wynyard; describes how a fellow traveller has lost his valet on the way to London. Louis Napoleon coming into conflict with the Assembly, n.d.

Ministerial crisis no nearer resolution; can be described in racing terms as a false start -Sir James Graham "a likely winner", Disraeli "broke down", Aberdeen "lame", "Little Johnny out jockeyed them all", Duke of Wellington put them in their places. Religious bill likely to be considerably amended, 5 March 1851

Encloses a letter from the French charge d'affaires for the customs office at Calais, n.d

General approval of Lord Londonderry's efforts on behalf of Abd el Kadir. Sir James Graham erred in speaking in support of the Pope. Stanley will choose Stratford Canning as foreign Secretary in his next administration. Protectionist party looks to Walpole as leader; Disraeli not so prominent, 10 April 1851

Requests an invitation to a reception for three friends from Russia, n.d.

Has been recalled temporarily to St. Petersburg, 3 August [1851]

Recommends two jewellers in St. Petersburg, but advises against sending jewels such a distance, n.d.

Louis Napoleon's coup d'état; if the Army supports him he is secure. Count Stroganoff has become blind, but continues his social life as usual. Russia is not influenced by events outside her boundaries, 3 December 1851

His dislike of travelling by trains due to a fear of them. Unable to accept definitely her invitation. French voting cards printed with "oui" only on them, 22 December 1851

M. de Berg will undertake anything she requires, n.d.

Description of Count and Countess Zamoyska; Berg will take any messages to them, n.d.

Sympathy for her affliction, n.d.

Wielkovsky will give her all the news on his visit to Ireland. Visit to England by Grand Duchess Catherine. Is being forced to leave Ashburnham House as it is being rebuilt, 1 September 1852

Hopes her visit to Germany will restore her spirits, but has no high opinion of that country. Has not been able to find a suitable replacement for Ashburnham House. Derby government is gradually weakening, and an election would be likely to return a Peelite administration. Disraeli "a prodigieusement d' esprit". congratulations on the liberation of Abd el Kadir, 18 June 1852

Delighted at Lord Londonderry's receiving the order of the garter. Wielkovsky full of admiration for Garron Tower. Proximity of his new house to that of Lord John Russell will not make him a radical, 11 October 1852

Arrangements for the Duke of Wellington's funeral. Several European monarchs suffering from ill health; Metternich is the only healthy member of the Austrian rulers. France likely to cause trouble with Louis Napoleon's plans for an empire, 29 October 1852

Is sending a turtle to Holdernesse House, 23 June 1848

Suggests various characters for a fancy dress ball, n.d.

"The great catastrophe" of the European revolutions; "The King of France in a Surrey villa. Metternich in a Hanover Square hotel and the Prince of Prussia at Lady Palmerstons'." Has had an interview with the King; his overthrow "a series of blunders". Guizot blamed Palmerston for "his patronage of Thiers and the encouragement Normanby and Co. gave to the Reform Banquets". J. Mills dined with Lamartine - "How puerile this affectation of republican simplicity". Affairs in Germany worse than in France; "Fifty mad professors, at Frankfurt, calling themselves a Diet ... will not conclude their labors till they have established a federal republic like the U.S." Lord Hardinge had seen Metternich who stated that "Austria never was so sound", 1 May 1848

Has been engaged with the Committee on Public Business and the debate on tile Distillers. Invites Lord and Lady Londonderry to meet Guizot and Lord George Bentinck, 17 July 1848

Written from the House of Commons during "a brawling debate about the Pope of Rome". The King of France complains of Palmerston's "persecution" of them while in England, but is grateful for the royal family's kindness. Metternich's opinion that in France "it wd be a question betn Henri Cinq and une republique enragé", n.d.

Proposes to make a speech on Italian affairs. Varying accounts of Lady Lincoln's elopement -"yesterday ... it was a cavalry officer, today 'tis a midshipman'.", n.d.

Austria will not give up Lombardy; Palmerston's mediation will be rejected. Metternich believes that "if the French enter Italy, the Red Republic will be established in a month". Prince of Leinengen's circular in The Times; he is "resolved to disfranchise every other sovereign", 12 August 1848

"Nothing is talked of, or thought of but Palmerston's movements". Social news -"Railway Princess Miss Hudson is to marry Mr. Dundas". Brunnow has made a speech against Lansquenet, n.d.

Austrians in high spirits over Radetski's success in Italy; everything will be settled before the French can move. Bunsen is not acceptable as Imperial Secretary for foreign affairs in Frankfurt, 9 August 1848

Gustave de Beaumont accepted as Minister of the French Republic. "Palmerston is in an awful mess"; Radetski's successes in Italy mean it is too late for mediation. The Whigs "have committed the fatal blunder of interfering in Sicily", providing a precedent for France in the future, n.d.

Lord Stanley has requested him "to run up the Session in the House of Commons". Smith O'Brien will hang, 7 August 1848

Militia has been summoned, Smith O'Brien is hemmed in. Stowe House for sale but is in bad condition. Sir James Hogg has gone -"It is very strange how little these Indian families take root". Lord John is entirely dependent on Wellington to solve the Irish problem, 5 August 1848

Palmerston has settled the Danish affairs through Metternich. Germany is threatening more annexation. Committee has been established to discuss a new National Gallery, n.d.

Cobden proposes to adopt the American system of conducting Committee business; "if it be carried the government of this country will be completely taken out of the hands of the gentlemen". Conflicting views of Russell and Palmerston as to the state of the Piedmontese. Recommends Horace Walpole's book of letters and Lord Hervey's Memoirs, 3 August 1848

"Tomorrow is my Waterloo - but whether for Triumph or discomfiture, I dare not now foresee". Rumours of Cavaignac's irresolution; Caussidiere (?) and Louis Blanc have been impeached, but the latter espaped, 29 August 1848

Is sending newspaper accounts of the previous day's events, 31 August 1848

"I won the battle completely ... having spoken for three hours and one quarter"; gratified at the full attendance in the House, n.d.

London is disturbed about the news from Europe. Is proposing to visit the French royal family at Claremont; Louis Blanc is staying in London, 2 September 1848

Must remain in London "to run up the session" at Stanley's request; "to give a tone to public opinion and an impulse to public discontent". The government is gloomy over the bad harvests; Germany and Belgium have a similar problem. Ceremony at Cologne Cathedral has shown the popular support for German unity and the Archduke, n.d.

Has "crossed lances" with Palmerston over Lombardy; doubts the wisdom of the Austrian emperor's return to Vienna. The French King's gratitude for mentioning him in Parliament, 19 August 1848

The French royal family cannot go into society; their treatment by the French government, 5 September 1848

Is "absorbed in the strange profession" which he follows. Guizot "talked of the revolution as if it were only a change of ministry". Louis Napoleon is now a hero in France, 12 March 1849

Is sending a birthday gift of a book he has edited, 2 January 1849

The Lords are divided but instinct says the [Navigation] bill will pass; Wellington is opposed to it but will support the Government -believes that "Free trade had ruined the country" but fears that any changes will bring in "Cobden and Co.". Metternich is "very grave about Germany". The Clarendons have returned to London - "they want his vote for the Navigation Bill", 30 April 1849

Lord Hardwicke in Genoa warns of likely out-break of fighting - "it is supposed that a German empire can never be really established without a long war". An eventful political campaign ahead at home; fusion under Peel "seems impossible", 12 April 1849

Details of historical characters suggested for a fancy dress ball, n.d.

Birthday greetings, 16 January 1851

Has been unable to see Lord Malmesbury but will act himself for "the Stanley miner". Young Peel outraged members of the Turf Club by accusing his whist partners of cheating, which he had also done in Madrid; he had also received the Duchess of Gloucester "in a flowered dressing gown and a cigar in his mouth". Graham considered finished as a public man after his great defeat in the House. Crystal Palace has proved to be not weather-proof, 27 March 1851

Took advantage of an error in the Budget to test the strength of the Whigs who had a majority of only 13; it could have been a victory if all the Tories had been present; those absent included Lord Seaham and Adolphus. The Whigs are very weak - "we shall certainly try to knock up the Government again, if only for the fun of the thing." Stanley is ready to "take the helm". The next campaign is likely to be over religion; Noone can foretell the consequences. Anti-Catholic feelings are still very strong in the middle classes, especially after the recent conversions of James Hope, Peel's next Lord Advocate; and Archdeacon Manning, "the spiritual adviser of Sidney Herbert", who has been accepted by the oratories, "a sort of Papistical Wesleyan", and the Jesuits; as well as the clergy and whole congregation of the church in Leeds. Rumours that the Duke of Newcastle will "bow to the Vatican". Lord Ashley has founded a Protestant League in Paris. Financial affairs of Lord Ward and his proposed marriage. Ministers are alarmed at the numbers of foreigners visiting the Exhibition; fears of Socialist activities. Description of Soyer's Symposium - has a room like a north pole cave, with icicles dripping rose water on the guests, 20 April 1851

Is sending a book he has written for her opinion. Only five people knew the secret of Louis Napoleon's coup d'état, which was planned by Cartier. Rumours of changes in the Cabinet -Sir James Graham and Gladstone to enter office -but "the barriers to this sort of re-construction are insuperable", 10 December 1851

Encloses a copy of a letter sent to him concerning Palmerston's resignation or dismissal after exceeding his powers regarding French affairs. Believes that Lord Russell acquired a "taste for coup d'états" after the French success, which "has changed the whole complexion of politics", 28 December 1851

Derby's party is in good heart, but politics are too "capricious" to write about. Russian aggression has been occasioned by "English infirmity". The Cabinet will break up if Russell proceeds with the Reform question., 11 February 1854

Austria is causing difficulties for the government; Aberdeen wants to act with Germany; the Whigs are for war in order to get rid of the Peelites. The Commissariat has broken down at Varna. "Gladstone has got the measles". The royal family wishes for peace, 10 July 1854

The government is weakening; Clarendon in despair that Austria will not act against Russia. Prince of Wales let out the secret that Prince Albert is going to France, 19 July 1854

Austria wants "peace and the status quo"; the Cabinet is likely to split over it. Austria making preparations against a French invasion into Italy; France refuses to get involved with Spanish affairs - the King of Portugal wants to be King of the Peninsular. Prussia has sent a new minister, Count Bernstorff, "very Russian". The Walewskis' recall to Russia possibly means a change in policy as well as minister, 22 July 1854

Scandal concerning Gladstone's secretary, Mr. Lawley; his fall is due to the coalition. Visits to be exchanged by Prince Albert and Louis Napoleon, with the Garter to be conferred on the latter, 5 August 1854

Newspaper accounts of the narrow escape for the Tsar are true. Mutiny in the Black Sea fleet is due to the incompetence of Sir James Dundas; liklihood of an Autumn campaign in the Crimea. The next Tory government "may be under a head wh.. I never contemplated". Bemoans his lack of fortune which prevents his influence from spreading. The present Tory chief is not accessible in this crisis, 7 August 1854

Is in a state of nervous prostration at the end of the Parliamentary Session. Lord Maidstone is annoyed at his election failure; "doomed always to come off second best", 21 August 1854

Has received letters from Varna describing the death rate on British ships, making it impossible to embark troops; and the fatal French expedition into the Dobrudscha" resulting in great losses, which was due to the incompetence of St. Arnaud. Madame Lieven has revealed the Tsar's lack of preparations for war. Recommends Segur's memoirs of the court of Catherine the Great, 3 September 1854

Sympathises with Lady Londonderry over Adolphus' departure for the Crimea; believes the Tsar will not enter a third campaign and is ready to negotiate, 21 October 1854

Invites Lady Londonderry for a visit to Hughenden, 28 October 1854

[from Mrs. Disraeli], Endorses her husband's invitation to Hughenden, n.d.

Adolphus' lucky escape, and death of Hunter Blair in the Crimea. Louis Napoleon has a poor opinion of the conduct of the war. All packet ships have been put to public service. Fate of the two sons of Lord Jolliffe, 22 November 1854

Requests news of Adolphus; accepts an invitation to Wynyard, 1 January 1855

Arrangements for the journey to Wynyard; Lord Glengall and Lord Ponsonby are seriously ill, n.d.

"Affairs are very critical"; the government is not likely to last ten days, 23 January 1855

Lord Aberdeen has gone to Windsor, but no decision has been released; Lord Lansdowne is likely to be called upon, n.d.[30 January 1855]

Lord Derby is to form an administration with Palmerston, who has laid down certain conditions, 31 January 1855

Derby "has again bolted". Compares his own victories in the Commons with those in the Crimea, "glorious, but are certainly nothing more" . Alternative government leaders -Palmerston "an imposter ... only ginger beer and not champagne', or Russell who ''has lost his character, but he is one of the few men who can do without that necessity". Palmerston "the inevitable man", 2 February 1855

"The political volcano still heaves and vomits forth its lava". Lord Panmure has agreed to serve as Secretary for War; other possibilities for Palmerston's cabinet. "Peace is impending". Society of Arts wishes the government to purchase the Bernal collection, 25 February 1855

News from abroad is unfavourable. The siege of Sebastopol is likely to be raised. Visit of the Maharajah of "Scinde" provoked rumours of a marriage with the Princess Royal, 13 March 1855

Is sending a pamphlet manifesto of the Rouge Party which has been suppressed; suspects the instigation of Louis Napoleon "who seems resolved to be very troublesome", n.d

News of a fresh campaign in the Crimea is a false alarm. Duke of Somerset has made a very strange will, leaving his estate to his wife instead of his heir, 2 September 1855

Congratulations on Adolphus' safe return from the Crimea, 14 September 1855

Lord Stanley's article on "War Interests and Passions". The Emperor's speech at the Exhibition is "a bold feeler for Peace", 18 November 1855

Peace is "almost certain", 16 January 1856

Praises Lady Londonderry's pitmen's fete and her speech. Has been engaged on a committee to decide on the opening of St. James' Park to the public, 4 March 1856

Thanks for her gift. Is going to vote "against many of my friends" over the Abjuration Bill, 21 May 1856

Gout has caused a visit to Spa for the waters. Recommends Villemain's book "Contemporains", 6 September 1856

Has been absorbed in the rapid political changes; "a complete revolution of persons". His supporters in Buckinghamshire are "greater men by a good deal than many German Princes and yet utterly unknown in London society". Has visited Mentmore, a "palace" built by the Rothschilds, full of objects collected from all over Europe, 29 April 1857

"India is a whirlpool in which all merges ...; the government is treating the situation flippantly while the Queen believes she will lose provinces. The Queen of Holland has made a successful visit, 31 July 1857

Congratulations on Lady Londonderry's impressive fete. No fresh news has come from India so there will be no further debate, 13 August 1857

Cannot express an opinion on "Little Dorrit", as has never read any Dickens. Government is "in a scrape" over India, as they "underrated the business from the first". Suspects details of atrocities and the "heroic" story of Skene have been exaggerated to cause outrage in Britain, 16 September 1857

Describes a social evening of charades, 8 October 1857

Good opportunities for Adolphus likely during the coming Parliamentary session; probable business will be an India Bill and a Reform Bill. A Council of India likely to be held in London. Baron Brunnow is to return as Russian ambassador, 30 December 1857

Lord Harrowby's resignation is causing problems in the cabinet; Lord Clanricarde has been appointed due to the influence of Lady Palmerston, 7 January 1858

Description of the wedding celebrations for the Princess Royal. Some of the Queen's jewels have been returned to Hanover, 23 January 1858

Regrets unable to visit Lady Londonderry in Ireland as is too occupied with "the carnival of Politics", 24 July 1858

The royal family were delighted with their reception in Germany; believed "it was a homage of the German people - a demonstration that they were English - anti-Russian". Will attempt to find employment for Mr. Coleman as requested, 14 September 1858

"Cabinets or Committees of Cabinets every day -from 12 to 5 or 6". Has received a gracious letter from Metternich. The Prince of Wales gives everyone a generally favourable impression, 27 November 1858

Prince Esterhazy's letter contained no news of importance. Ireland is full of "evictions in the South, and revivals in the North". Social news, 13 October 1859

His sister is suffering from a terminal illness, 12 December 1859

"Fate seems to pursue the Peelites like the House of Athens - a series of tragedies'". Feels sorry for Sir James Graham. Lord Eglinton has died, "the most straightforward [man] I ever dealt with ...". only Palmerston left now, 9 November 1861

Sir Archibald Alison's latest work is full of inaccuracies, 11 December 1861

Has instructed the Conservative party in Durham to do nothing without the sanction of Lady Londonderry. News of Prince Albert is "desperate", and "a great calamity for the Country", 14 December 1861

The Queen has been very calm after the death of her husband; the Prince of Wales is anxious to take over his father's duties, 19 December 1861

Palmerston's "great escapade". The Duchess of Beaufort is trying to stop "the other divorce", 29 October 1863

Expects to be leaving London next week; the city is empty and therefore dull. Count Czeduttas regrets having to leave without seeing Lady Londonderry. Her protégé, Thomas Liddell, has not replied to his letter, n.d.

Has been ordered to Rome; is going via Paris and will undertake any commission she wishes, n.d.

Departure has been delayed a week, 30 August 1827

Capodistria has come to England alone; has always been his benefactor, and so must help him now, even though he is no longer of importance in Russia. Requests a memento of Lady Londonderry and her family; recommends his successor, Count Sobolewski, 3 September 1827

"L'agonie" of Mr. Canning will have kept Lady Londonderry in London; the news is that "tout va être finè". The political group that supports the interest of the ordinary people is boring; better to laugh at them than to ignore them when one has achieved a position of power, n.d.

Capodistria is coming to Brighton, but is leaving shortly for Greece via Italy to devote his energies to affairs there, 16 August 1827

Brighton is very boring in spite of the fine weather; hopes to meet Lady Londonderry at Doncaster, 2 August

[from Paris] Thanks for the memento of herself. Capodistria is arriving in Paris at any time. Has seen and much admired the portrait of Lady Londonderry by Lawrence, 27 September 1827

Princess Lieven has gone to Chatsworth and is expected to accompany the Duke of Devonshire to Doncaster. His letter to Mr. Liddell has been delayed by the latter's departure from London, n.d.

Hopes a visit to Wynyard will restore Lady Londonderry's health. Social news - the Lievens are still at Brighton; Lady Uxbridge is seriously ill, 15 February 1827

Is sending her a copy of "Florian". Wellington is to be president of a committee to erect a monument to the Duke of York. Rumours of Henry Fox's amours, 17 February 1827

The dissipation of life in London would be much better for Lady Londonderry than the quietness of Durham. Lord Liverpool very ill, can speak only with difficulty, 19 February 1827

Lady Londonderry's diamonds will be kept most carefully in his house. Period of mourning has expired but everyone still wears black, n.d.

Castlereagh's debut in Parliament "has been a complete success". Peel's comment to him -"I am delighted with your success although I differ of opinion with you on the subject". Lady Esterhazy gave a ball "for the dandies", n.d.

Has little news; requests Lady Londonderry's opinion of "Vivian Gray", n.d.

Cabinet reorganisation has been postponed out of respect for Lord Liverpool; a decision will be made next week, 23 February 1827

All the diplomatic world is at Brighton; Canning's illness has caused a lull in politics. Castlereagh is anxious to make amends, but is unsure of how to go about it. Went to visit Lady Emily [Londonderry] but was not allowed to see her, 12 February 1827

Canning "moves the Corn question on Monday". Lord Liverpool is better, but his illness is not likely to affect Parliament. Lord Londonderry will be interested in the Catholic question. The re-establishment of Canning has disappointed many people. Likelihood of an argument with the Lievens will probably mean his departure from England. Has a poor opinion of Lord Porchester's political abilities from the samples he is returning, 20 February 1827

The Corn question has been adjourned, but the Catholic debate is fixed for Thursday. General anxiety felt for Lord Liverpool. Nothing can be done against Canning's "preponderant influence", n.d.

Regrets unable to visit Wynyard. Plans to leave London and "des ennuis de l'encrier officiel" once Parliament is over. Social news - London is full of a scandal, but no definite details are known, n.d.

Hopes to leave for Wynyard soon. A possible acquaintance of Lady Londonderry has arrived -Felix Schwartzenberg, 6 December 1826

Thanks for inviting Schwartzenberg to Wynyard; only a political revolution will prevent his visit. A new book has been published, with its characters based on living persons, 11 December 1826

Regrets his being detained in London prevents his visit to Wynyard' cannot desert M. Lieven when he has been forced to dismiss two employees. Affairs in Portugal; her nephew, Mr. Wood, is anxious to win some laurels in the Peninsular. Social news - marriage of Henry Montague, who left for Lisbon immediately after the wedding, n.d.

Unexpected events in Portugal, again prevent his visit to Wynyard, 16 December 1826

Has been very angry with Sir Henry as a result of her letter, n.d.

Will definitely arrive on Christmas Day, n.d.

Has heard from "our Household Queen" that the King was unaware of the Grand Chamberlain's orders on mourning, and has also been scandalised by Princess Esterhazy, n.d

Cannot promise to follow all her advice. Thinks "Vivian Gray" is very good. Inquiries about Lord Londonderry's health., n.d.

Hopes to have a holiday when Parliament disperses. The "premier de Vienne" is in a difficult predicament. social news - Princess Lieven's ball for the "somebodies in town", 28 November 1826

Thanks for his visit to Wynyard. The Duke of Wellington is to be Commander in Chief. Rumours about Miss Liddell and the Duke of Buccleuch, 8 January 1827

Delighted to hear of her return to London, n.d.

Is unable to take a holiday as political affairs are very involved, 28 September 1826

Has had good reports about Lady Londonderry from Castlereagh. Believes she will find William Rose very amusing, n.d.

Social news - her nephews are in London until Christmas, 23 October 1826

Has been unable to write due to an accident to his arm. Lord Ellenborough's solitary visit to Brighton cannot be explained, October 1826

Sympathises with Lady Londonderry on Adelaide's subsequent behaviour since her elopement. Description of the presents given to her daughter, Octavia, on her marriage to Sir Michael Shaw-Stewart, 7 January 1853

Part letter giving a description of various ornaments, n.d.

Ernest's "provoking folly" is not seriously thought about. social news - a sale of the Dowager Duchess of Bedford's pictures and plate. Austria is trying to prevent England coming to an agreement with Russia, n.d.

There is more need for financial support for existing visiting associations, than for forming new ones, n.d.

Members of the Metropolitan visiting association are better qualified to visit the poor, but are in need of financial support, as is the ophthalmic hospital, n.d.

Requests some table ornaments from Lady Londonderry's bazaar. King and Queen of Hanover's visit to England, 24 June 1853

Lord Londonderry's ill health. Will send a plan for a ceiling at Garron Tower. His own servant suspected of the robbery at Ravensworth; intends to employ a completely new staff, but many servants dislike residing constantly in the country. The French President is to marry "a Lola Montes", 22 January 1853

The suspects for the robbery have been set free owing to lack of evidence, 5 February 1853

Instructions for the decoration on the ceiling at Garron Tower. Has completed his sketches of places visited in Ireland. Lord John has postponed the reform bill, 15 February 1853

Hopes the ceiling at Garron Tower has not been begun before his plan has arrived. His new servants will include no married men. Louis Napoleon has made a pacifying speech, 19 February 1853

Part letter giving instructions for the oak skirting at Garron Tower, 2 March 1853

Lord Londonderry's ill health. Severity of the weather is causing problems in the garden. Activities of the royal family during a fire at Windsor, 26 March 1853

Part letter describing a porch and fountains to be erected at Garron Tower, 6 October 1853

Part letter giving details for the construction of the porch at Garron Tower, 16 October 1853

Sympathy on Lord Londonderry's accident. Will consult Brown about the decorations for the ceiling at Garron Tower. A "wonderful" exhibition is being planned for next year. Description of Lord Dartmouth's residence, 2 November 1853

Birthday wishes. Regrets unable to visit Wynyard, 15 January 1851

Lord Londonderry's ill health. Is redecorating the Regent's Gallery at Belvoir Castle, 17 January 1851

Lord Stanley is ready for the next Parliamentary session; Lord John's Catholic measure will not spare the Irish. Description of theatricals by visitors to Belvoir; several ladies have even joined the hunting, 27 January 1851

Louis Napoleon is having to reduce his expenses as the Assembly has refused to pass the Dotation bill. His daughter, Emmeline's, Journal is almost ready for publication, 20 February 1851

Suggestions for excursions while Lady Londonderry is in France. The government cannot last long; Stanley has the Queen's approval, 12 March 1851

Abd el Kadir's imprisonment is "a disgrace to France". The season at Belvoir ended with a "rattling" party, 7 April 1851

Half of London has emigrated to Paris and will return with crowds of foreigners for the Exhibition. Prince Edward of Saxe-Weimar is to marry Lady Lennox, 22 April 1851

Plans to "fake about" in his boat for the summer. Successful debut in Parliament of her son-in-law, 3 July 1851

An American yacht has arrived in Cowes to race the English boats, 3 August 1851

Social news - illness of Mrs. Lumley, 6 September [1851]

Anxious about the Londonderrys after their accident; admires Lord Londonderry's correspondence with Louis Napoleon over Abd el Kadir. Description of the Austrian emperor's entry into Milan, 3 October 1851

Europe is indebted to the French army that France is not under socialist rule. Lord Wilton has been nicknamed "King David" for composing psalms. Duke of Devonshire is building a house at Chatsworth for Sir Joseph Paxton, 22 December 1851

Personal news. The Queen's present good relations with Louis Napoleon, 4 January 1852

Heavy gales have meant a great loss of timber on the estate. Rumours of Louis Napoleon's marriage plans, 5 January 1853

Birthday wishes. The fate of the "inmates of the Amazon", 15 January 1852

Louis Napoleon, "giddy with his Eminence", has made a "malevolent decree" against the Orleans family; is alienating even his friends, 27 January 1852

The new reform bill is a "sweeping measure"; Disraeli is surprised at its moderation, 11 February 1852

Sympathy on Adelaide's elopement, 15 February 1852

Duke of Wellington to escort the Queen at Dover; Princess Stephanie has refused Louis Napoleon, 7 August 1852

Success of the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. Description of the Duke of Devonshire's entertainment of the Tsar's niece. Lady Palmerston has had Asiatic cholera, 6 September 1852

Disapproves of Garron Tower being enlarged. Wellington's Garter to be given to Lord Londonderry. Rumours of Louis Napoleon intending to invade Britain, 23 October 1852

Duke of Wellington's funeral, 5 November 1852

Social and personal news. The present government has no "System of Principle", 31 December 1852

Approves the decision to sell Rosebank. Social news. Success of a new gardener, 4 January 1854

Personal news, 13 January 1853

Lord Londonderry's ill health. Visit to Belvoir by the Duke of Cambridge means he will have to give up his own rooms. Description of the French empress, 24 January 1853

Social news; death of Sir Richard Sutton's daughter, 23 February 1853

Account of a fire at Windsor Castle. Birth of his grandson, 25 March 1853

Personal news - is involved with training his militia regiment, 23 May 1853

Sympathy over Ernest's activities, 24 July 1853

Newspaper accounts of the proceedings relating to the opening of the Seaham and Sunderland railway. The fleet is being reviewed at Cowes, 18 August 1853

Duke of Devonshire is entertaining Grand Duchess Marie of Russia. News of the Antrim family, 2 September 1853

Death of his sister, Elizabeth. Garron Tower is now a "citadel". Lord St. German's reception in Ireland. Eastern affairs are very unsettled, 13 October 1853

Differences in society in England and Ireland. Cholera has broken out in Stockholm. Anecdote concerning Empress Eugenie, 26 October 1853

Anxiety over Lord Londonderry's accident. Regrets the Irish are "so difficult to civilize". Cholera reported in Seaham, 3 November 1853

Duchess of Beaufort inconsolable at the death of her husband. The French emperor is likely to turn against England, 5 December 1853

Birthday wishes. Lord Londonderry's ill health, 16 January 1854

Her late colliery agent will be difficult to replace, 22 January 1854

Plans to extend the Londonderry railway. Duke of Cambridge has been offered a command abroad. Ladies in London bewailing a possible separation from their men, 12 February 1854

Engagement of his son George and Lady Adeliza Howard. Account of the Queen's visit to France, 11 September 1855

Full of admiration for her activities at Wynyard and Seaham. The government is hopeful for peace; sympathises over Ernest's troubles while in the East. French Empress is not allowed to go to St. Cloud for a private confinement, 3 February 1856

Has heard splendid reports of the feast at Chilton Moor and Lady Londonderry's speech, 6 March 1856

Has received a full newspaper account of her speech. French empress has given birth to a son. Peace terms have been negotiated, 17 March 1856

Results of the Congress of Paris. Has had to dismiss a servant for quarrelling with the doctor, 16 April 1856

Admires her energy in managing such vast concerns. Concerned at reports of an accident Lady Londonderry has suffered, 30 August 1856

Her achievements at Garron Tower. Blames evil acquaintances for Ernest's activities, 15 October 1856

Is surprised at Lady Londonderry's preference for commercial over agricultural concerns. Agrees with her scheme of using some of the railway profits as "Pocket Money". King of Sardinia is visiting England, 10 December 1855

Does not expect to fully recover from his illness, n.d.

The Queen has written to Lady Londonderry about her letter, 23 February 1824

Will speak to the Queen about the King's refusal to dine out, 23 February 1824

The Queen will see her on her return to London. Accepts the invitation to the christening. The Queen will name a convenient day as soon as possible., 8 February 1824

The King appears to have made a rule about not dining out, 24 February 1824

Accepts invitation to dinner, 22 April 1824

Arrangements to receive Lady Londonderry and her children, 13 February 1828

Sympathy with Lady Londonderry's illness, 28 May 1828

An accident to Lady Londonderry, 6 September 1829

Arrangements to receive Lady Londonderry, n.d.

Thanks for her gift, 9 January 1830

Ill health of Lord and Lady Londonderry, 6 January 1830

Arrangements to receive Lady Londonderry, 11 June 1830

Regrets unable to accept invitation, but invites Lady Londonderry to visit her, 22 May 1830

Cannot accept Lady Londonderry's invitation as has decided not to enter society in order "to fulfill my duties to my dear child", 10 May 1830

Puckles, Herman Accepts dinner invitation, n.d. [French]

Szecheny, Count Regrets no longer unable to accept her invitation, n.d. [French]

Windisch-Gratz, Eléanore Regrets unable to accept her invitation, n.d. [French]

Tatischev, M. de Accepts invitation to her soirée, n.d. [French]

Troubetzkoi, Princess Regrets unable to accept her invitation, 14 November 1822 [French]

Reelesne [?], Henry Has been appointed chief secretary at Naples. Thanks for her kindness during his time in London, 12 January 1831 [French]

Ward, E. M. Is sending Lady Londonderry some shoes made in Tartary and "a specimen of Prince Usupoff's Silk Manufacture", 10 February 1825

Lieven, Prince Christopher, Russian Ambassador in London; tutor to the Tsarevitch from 1834 Is willing to do any task Lady Londonderry requires, 14 August 1824 [French]

Lieven, Prince Christopher Lady Londonderry's parcel has arrived from Paris. The Tsar's good health during his tour, 2 November 1824 [French]

Lieven, Prince Christopher His wife has given birth to a son, 22 February 1825 [French]

Ward, E. M. A malachite box has arrived from Russia for Lady Londonderry. News of the Tsarina's ill health, 30 October [c. 1825]

Caraman, Marquis de Apologies for the delay in returning a book, n.d. [French]

Czernichoff, A. Thanks for her quick response to his request, n.d. [French]

Esterhazy, Princess Maria Theresa Regrets will not be able to accept invitation, n.d. [French]

Nimptsch, Countess Arrangements for Lady Londonderry to be received by Archduchess Henrietta, 8 October 1820 [French]

Louise, Duchess of Saxe-Coburg Regrets unable to accept invitation owing to a prior engagement, n.d. [French]

Metternich, Princess Apologies for her son not being able to attend Lady Londonderry's ball, n.d. [French]

Ellenborough, Edward Law, 1st Earl of, (1790 - 1871), Tory M.P.; governor-general of India, 1841 - 1844 His engagement to Miss Digby, 21 August 1824

Chesterfield, George Stanhope, 6th Earl of (1805 - 1866) Thanks for her congratulations on his engagement, (1830)

Manners, Katherine Isabella (d. 1848), daughter of 5th Duke of Rutland Announcing her engagement to Lord Jermyn, 4 November 1830

Leveson-Gower, Francis, 1st Earl of Ellesmere (1800 - 1857) Regrets unable to play the part of the Earl of Leicester at her ball, n.d.

Vetz [?], Fanny Suitable dress for an audience with Archduchess Marie Louise, n.d. [French]

Esterhazy, Prince Paul Attendance on the King has delayed his dealing with her request, n.d. [French]

Paris, Arême de [?] Congratulations on the birth of her son, 1821 [French]

Blome, Count de Regrets the parcels have not arrived from Paris. Unable to accept her invitation. Lord Granville, ambassador at Rome, has not yet heard about his successor, 23 June 1828 [French]

Blome, Count de Appouy is arranging the transport of her parcels. His marriage affairs going very slowly. The Princess has obtained military honours for Colonel Cradock, 15 May 1828 [French]

Frederica, Duchess of Cumberland, and Queen of Hanover (d. 1841) Accepts the invitation to the christening and to the dinner, 26 February 1826

Frederick, Duke of York (1784 - 1827) Cannot accept the invitation owing to a prior engagement, 7 April 1826

Frederick, Duke of York Accepts her dinner invitation, 19 April 1826

Ernest, Duke of Cumberland, King of Hanover (1771 - 1851) Accepts an invitation to Lady Londonderry's ball on behalf of his son, n.d.

Sophia, Princess (1777 - 1848), daughter of George III Invites Lady Londonderry and her children to visit her, 22 June 1826

Leopold, Prince, of Saxe-Coburg, King of the Belgians Paris court etiquette - Lady Londonderry has only to be placed on the Ambassador's list to be allowed at court, n.d.

Leopold, Prince Accepts her invitation to dinner, n.d.

Leopold, Prince Cannot accept her invitation owing to a prior engagement, n.d.

Leopold, Prince Wishes Lady Londonderry a safe journey "to the Northpole", 24 July [n. y.]

Lieven, Princess Dorothea (1784 - 1857) Regrets having to give up her position as patroness of Almack's as well as Ambassadress, 6 July 1834 [French]

Lieven, Princess Dorothea Recommends a friend to Lady Londonderry as she is leaving for Russia, 14 July 1834 [French]

Lieven, Princess Dorothea Thanks for the gift of a bracelet, 5 August 1834 [French]

Grey, Charles, 2nd Earl (1764 - 1845), whig M.P.; Prime Minister, 1830 - 1834 Regrets unable to visit Wynyard before the opening of Parliament, 20 October 1830

Eldon, John Scott, 1st Earl of (1751 - 1838), Lord chancellor, 1801 - 1806; 1807 - 1827 Unable to visit Wynyard due to Lady Eldon's ill health, 30 June [n. y.]

Metternich, Prince, Austrian statesman Returns with thanks the papers sent to him by Lord Stewart, 30 April [n. y.] [French]

Metternich, Prince Opinion on a point of law, n. d. [French]

Metternich, Prince Thanks for the gift of an album, 13 November 1820 [French]

Sheridan, Caroline Elizabeth (to Lord Londonderry] Requests Lord Londonderry to give her away at her wedding, n.d.

J.H. Carmen Natale - a poem for Lady Stewart on the birth of her daughter, 27 April 1822

Ernest, Duke of Cumberland Refutes aspersions by the Radicals that he has made a coup d'état; had objected to pacts made without his sanction and signature. European monarchs must be able to act on their own in times of rebellion, to avoid being overrun by other powers. Account of Lord Durham's return from Russia; his "crudeness does not surprise me", 30 July 1837

Ernest, Duke of Cumberland Lord Londonderry's meeting with Roden. Has a poor opinion of Brighton - "a bad London". Replacement of Sir Robert Adair, as minister in Hanover, 24 November 1835

Ernest, Duke of Cumberland Praises her life-like account of Lord Camden's speech. T. Wood is too much under the influence of Hardinge who has been "inexplicable during the whole of the last session". illness of the Duke of Wellington. Liddell's brother has "acknowledged his Thraldom to Dan O'Connell". Lady Castlereagh's Whig politics will not affect her husband, 4 November 1835

Devonshire, William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke (1790 - 1858) Regrets unable to help in her plans concerning Ireland owing to illness, n.d.

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of (1769 - 1852) Advice on the best mode of access by carriage to Holdernesse House, 31 May 1835

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Advice on the correct people to address concerning the opening of the Park, 5 June 1835

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Factors to consider before promoting an Irish Ball, modelled on the Scotch Ball, whose proceeds help to support a school and a hospital, 15 June 1835

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, Duke of To Lord Londonderry Arrangements for an appointment to see him, 12 June 1829

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Accepts invitation, providing he is not detained in Parliament, 8 May 1846

Adelaide, Queen Congratulations on the success of the bazaar, 21 September [n .y.]

Adelaide, Queen Consents to be patroness of the bazaar, n.d.

Adelaide, Queen Is sending items for the bazaar. Requests Lady Londonderry to patronise Mr. Diez, a German artist, n.d.

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Forewarding a letter (missing) from her sister, Sophia, with items for the bazaar, n.d.

Appouy, Count Rodolphe, [French] diplomat Is arranging for her parcels to be transported. Description of Madame Demidorff; Paris social news, 29 August 1841 [French]

Appouy, Count Rodolphe Apologies for the delay in sending her parcels, 2 September 1841 [French]

Appouy, Count Rodolphe General surprise in Paris at the large majority of the conservatives at the election. Devotion of Lady Granville to her husband, 21 July 1841 [French]

Desire, Queen of Sweden (1777 - 1860) Thanks for her gifts, 6 April 1838 [French]

Alison, Sir Archibald (1792 - 1867), historian and writer Thanks for her books "containing your fascinating sketches so graphically told of Russian Manners". Requests to use her description of Moscow in his next book., 31 July 1840

Alison, Sir Archibald Will use Lord Londonderry's narrative for his account of the campaign in Germany in 1813. Requests advice on the correct way to present a copy of his work to the Tsar, 12 July 1840

Letter from Sir Archibald Alison to Lady Londonderry expressing his delight in being entrusted to read manuscripts of her journals. He finds special interest in her description of Metternich and will inform her how they should be presented to the public 14 July 1841

Alison, Sir Archibald Agrees to examine Lady Londonderry's journals before publication. The fire at Wynyard, 17 June 1841

Alison, Sir Archibald Acknowledges receipt of her manuscripts. Is engaged as returning officer for the elections, 25 June 1841

Alison, Sir Archibald Advice on the publication of Lord and Lady Londonderry's journals - better to publish one alone, or both in one volume, 22 July 1841

Seaham, George Henry Vane, Viscount, later 5th Marquess of Londonderry (1821 - 1884) Account of his first deer hunt, September 1841

Disraeli, Benjamin Results of the Irish elections. Lord Lyndhurst has gone away without making any allusion "to the impending change". social news; death of Lord cardigan, August 1837

Brunnow, Baron Philippe Hopes that the reassembly of Parliament will mean Lady Londonderry's return to London, 24 December 1840 [French]

Nessebrode, Countess Marie Describes a visit to her son in Georgia. The new reign in England - the Queen must marry someone older and stronger than herself. Approves of Lady Londonderry's ideas on education, 30 July 1837 [French]

Durham, John George Lambton, 1st Earl of (1792 - 1840). whig politician; Ambassador in St. Petersburg, 1835 - 1837; governor-general of Canada, 1838 Her carriage has arrived safely. Russian social news, 29 August 1836

Durham, John George Lambton, 1st Earl of Social events in Russia; date of his return will depend on "the crisis" and the Tories, 28 March 1837

Kelly, Frances Maria (1790 - 1882), actress Lady Londonderry's gift of earrings, n.d.

Kelly, Frances Maria Requests Lady Londonderry to use the royal box for her last public appearance, n.d.

Guizot, François, French politician Has sent a fur cloak and other materials to her as requested, 9 December 1836 [French]

Guizot, François Any items that he has purchased can be exchanged if not suitable, 15 December 1836 [French]

Disraeli, Benjamin Duke of wellington and Sir Robert Peel have both been sent for by the Queen; Goulburn to be nominated as speaker; Glenelg had been offered the "Premiership, and he said he would sleep upon it", May 1839

Stroganov, Count, Russian Courtier Death of Pushkin, 19 February 1837 [French]

Appoûy, Count Rodolphe Thanks for the gift of venison. The fire at Wynyard. Princess Lieven's musical evening; her "amour politique" with Guizot, 18 June 1841 [French]

Stürmer, Baron Thanks for her detailed letters describing her travels. The fire at Wynyard, 27 March 1841 [French]

French Ambassador Declines invitation due to urgent business, 11 March, n.y. [French]

Augusta, Duchess of Cambridge (d. 1889) Cannot accept her invitation due to mourning etiquette, 6 April 1842 [French]

De La Warr, George, 5th Earl (1791 - 1869) Encloses a book of oriental costumes; invites Lady Londonderry to a ball at Buckingham Palace, 25 April 1842

Buccleuch, Charlotte Anne, Duchess of (d. 1895) Suggests suitable persons for a fancy dress ball, n .d.

Maltby, Edward, Bishop of Durham 1770 - 1856 Misunderstanding over his subscription to the Londonderry schools, 7 March 1842

Augusta, Duchess of Cambridge Regrets illness prevents her receiving Lady Londonderry, 26 February 1842 [French]

Murray, Sir Charles Augustus (1806 - 1895), diplomat and author; master of the royal household, 1838 - 1844; minister in Persia, 1854 - 1859; in Copenhagen, 1866 Extra men will be required for the ball, 2 May 1842

Howley, William, Archbishop of Canterbury (1766 - 1848) Accepts her invitation, 11 April 1842

Lyon, W. Account of his visit to Thebes, and the tyranny of the local Pascha, 8 February 1842

Lyon, W. Description of the ruins at Carnac and Thebes, and the natives. Politics in Constantinople, 29 January 1842

Brunnow, Baron Will arrange for delivery of her parcels; has a meeting with Lord Aberdeen, n.d. [French]

Lyon, W. His proposed travels in Egypt with Lord Castlereagh; the latter not able to adapt to Arab eating habits, 15 December 1841

Brunnow, Baron Apologies for the delay in replying, n.d. [French]

Bloomfield, John Arthur, 2nd Baron (1802 - 1879), diplomat; envoy in St. Petersburg, 1844; Berlin, 1851; Vienna, 1860 - 1871 Has arranged transport of furs to her. Sir Charles Stuart has arrived as ambassador in St. Petersburg. Russian social news, 13 December 1841

The Marquess of Londonderry's observations on inspecting the towns of Newtownards and Comber addressed to their Improvement and Management Committees, 1841

An address by the Marquess of Londonderry to the tenantry of his Down estates, 1841

Alison, Sir Archibald Encloses the address of a firm of publishers, 30 November 1841

Alison, Sir Archibald Thanks for her account of the visit to the sultan, 9 October 1841

Hughes, Christopher (1786 - 1845), American diplomat; charge d'affaires at Stockholm, 1830 - 1842 Cannot accept her invitation as he must return to New York, where his daughter has just escaped from a burning ship, 30 September 1841

Alison, Sir Archibald Publication of Lady Londonderry's journals. Work on the "Lives" prevents his visit to Mount Stewart, 29 October 1841

Brunnow, Baron Parcels from Russia have arrived. Gortchakoff has been appointed minister in Stuttgart, 30 December 1841 [French]

Buccleuch, Charlotte, Duchess of The Queen wishes to know the style of dress suitable for Lady Londonderry's ball, n.d.

Cartwright, John Ill health prevents a visit to Wynyard. Regrets the change in government has not produced an appointment for Lord Londonderry, 29 November 1841

Castlereagh, Frederick, Viscount, 4th Marquess of Londonderry (1805 - 1872) Is preparing to go into the desert near Suez; description of the Sinai Arabs, 10 May 1842

Lyon, W. Theft of some items belonging to Lady Londonderry. Discomforts of travelling in Egypt, 14 February 1842

Lyon, W. Programme for the Queen's fancy dress ball, 1842

Victoria, Duchess of Kent Encloses a wedding gift for Lady Frances, 12 July 1843

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Accepts the invitation to the wedding of Lady Frances and Lord Blandford, 4 July 1843

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Regrets unable to accept dinner invitation, 8 July 1843

Adelaide, Queen Is sending a basket of flowers for Lady Frances, 12 July 1843

Berg, Artur; member of the Russian embassy in London Apologies for misunderstanding an invitation, n.d. [French]

Victoria, Duchess of Kent Accepts the wedding invitation, 26 June 1843

Victoria, Queen (1819 - 1901) Congratulations on the proposed marriages of Lady Frances and Lord Castlereagh, 7 April 1843

Victoria, Duchess of Kent Consents to subscribe to Lady Londonderry's book, 20 November 1842

Ernest, King of Hanover Asks for news of Lord Londonderry; amused by tales of their travels, 8 December 1842

Ernest, King of Hanover Lord Londonderry's health, 28 November 1842

Adelaide, Queen Consents to subscribe to Lady Londonderry's journal, n. d.

Blandford, John Churchill, Marquess of; later 7th Duke of Marlborough To Lord Londonderry, request to be godfather to his son, n.d.

Blandford, John Churchill, Marquess of Requests Lady Londonderry to be godmother to his son, n.d.

Buccleuch, Charlotte, Duchess of Arrangements for a quadrille, n.d.

Disraeli, Benjamin Thanks for her kindness to him, n.d.

Thompson, Rev. Francis, incumbent of St. Giles, Durham His work on Lady Londonderry's pedigree, 4 October 1845

Request from tradesmen of London that Lady Londonderry's ball will benefit them as have previous balls, 1844

Londonderry, Charles, 3rd Marquess of To the Duke of Wellington, requests advice on military etiquette for a court function; the Duke's reply on the dorse, 4 July 1843

Buccleuch, Charlotte, Duchess of Requests a copy of the quadrille for the Queen's ball, n.d.

Bloomfield, John, 2nd Baron Arrangements for transport of parcels. Illness of Grand Duchess Alexandra; the Tsar was pleased with his reception in England, 6 July 1844

Wellington, Arthur, 1st Duke of Apologies for being unable to visit her, 17 July 1844

Wellington, Arthur, 1st Duke of To Lord Londonderry, Lord Londonderry is not to carry the gold stick at the parade, 26 May 1845

Wellington, Arthur, 1st Duke of To Lord Londonderry, Regrets unable to accept an invitation, 8 June 1845

Peel, Sir Robert (1788 - 1850) Will put forward to the Queen Lady Londonderry's invitation to stay at Wynyard on her return from Scotland, n.d.

Castlereagh, Frederick, Viscount Has purchased several items during his travels, including a manuscript Koran; has sent two journals of his travels to her "by a Mad Yankee", n.d.

Smith, Henry Wall, proprietor of Seaham Gas Works Requests permission to install gas lighting in all parts of the infirmary, 26 September 1844

Maltby Edward, Bishop of Durham Appointment of clergyman to Grindon; agrees to confirm a member of the family, n.d.

Howley, William, Archbishop of Canterbury Consents to subscribe to Lady Londonderry's book, 3 December 1842

Townsend, Rev. George Describes some headdresses listed in an article in the journal of the Society of Antiquaries, 28 August 1844

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Social news; scandal of Lady Jersey's daughter, 8 December 1845

Howden, Lady Congratulations on Lord Seaham's proposed marriage, n.d.

Dungannon, Lady Sophia Congratulations on Lord Seaham's proposed marriage, n.d.

Powerscourt, Lady Elizabeth (d. 1884) married Lord Castlereagh, 1846 Thanks for Lady Londonderry's note, February 1846

Castlereagh, Frederick, Viscount Thanks for her present to Lady Powerscourt, April 1845

McDonnell, Edmund (1780 - 1852), Londonderry trustee and agent in Ireland Settlements to be arranged on Lord Seaham's marriage, 12 June 1846

Carr, Rev. James, incumbent of St. Hilda's, South Shields Congratulations on Lord Seaham's proposed marriage, 12 June 1846

Brunnow, Baron Requests to consult Lady Londonderry about her request, 17 June 1846 [French]

Peel, Sir Robert Regrets his meagre share of church preferments prevents his complying with her wishes, 25 June 1846

Wilde, Lady Augusta Her marriage to Sir Thomas Wilde, n.d.

Hardinge, Lady Emily (d. 1865), sister of Lord Londonderry Congratulations on Lord Seaham's proposed marriage, n.d.

Barrington, Lady Jane (d. 1883), daughter of 1st Baron Ravensworth Unable to accept an invitation; congratulations on Seaham's proposed marriage, n.d.

Brunnow, Baron Count Nesselrode has arrived with news of the Tsar's activities. Prince Louis needs the support of Austria, n.d. [French]

Adelaide, Queen Regrets unable to come to Wynyard, n.d.

Emerson, T. E. Congratulations to Lady Londonderry from the villagers of Seaton Carew, 23 October 1846

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Thanks for her visit to Wynyard, n.d.

Andrews, John, Londonderry agent in Ireland Advises against visiting Antrim because of the hostility of the tenants: the best method to help tenants is to provide education, particularly on modern agricultural methods, 15 November 1846

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Lack of comfort for Lady Londonderry at Mount Stewart. Lady Seaham's first public appearance, n.d.

Hardwicke, Lady Susan (d. 1886), daughter of 1st Baron Ravensworth Death of her mother, Lady Ravensworth, 24 November 1845

Hardwicke, Lady Susan Her father's health; family plans, 29 November 1845

Brunnow, Baron Death of Grand Duchess Marie; Tsarevitch is visiting Grand Duchess Helene. London social news - Lady Palmerston's new house is "bizarre". Success of the Spanish ambassador, 18 December 1846 [French]

Disraeli, Benjamin Tory party needs "feminine inspiration". Paris believes that Peel has no more than thirty followers. Recommends Lytton Bulwer's "Lucretia", Anderson's The Improvisation". "Tancred" ready to be published. Lord Lyndhurst hopes to be Chancellor, 26 December 1846

Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Invitation to Lord and Lady Londonderry, n.d.

Errington, Julia Invitation to Lady Londonderry, n.d.

Canning, Charles John, Earl, (1812 - 1862), Governor General of India 1856 - 1862 The Queen wishes to know about Lady Londonderry's bazaar, n.d.

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Family news - death of his brother-in-law, Richard Norman. Agrees with the policy of sending Adolphus abroad. Has signed a pledge to economise and eat more simple foods, 3 February 1847

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Praises Lady Londonderry's activities in Ireland to help the tenants. The Wellington Statue Committee has sent its report to Lord Morpeth. Mr. Hudson's estate settlements, 8 December 1846

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Birthday greetings. Family affairs, 16 January 1847

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Social news; unsettled affairs of Lady (Sarah) Jersey and Prince Esterhazy, 27 January 1842

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Compliments on the fete to celebrate the wedding of Lady Alexandrina and Lord Portarlington, 13 September 1847

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Opposition to Stephenson and Paxton over Chatsworth Park railway. Monmouthshire election has cost the Duke of Beau fort twenty thousand pounds. Family news, 14 November 1847

Rutland, John, 5th Duke "Turf concerns"; racing seems to be attracting more ladies. Alterations to Belvoir Castle. New problems to be expected from Ireland. Rumours re the marriage of Lord Stafford, 29 October 1847

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Influenza epidemic; unsure about his daughter, Adeliza's, marriage to Rev. F. Norman, 7 December 1847

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Social and personal news, 17 December 1847

Rutland, John, 5th Duke Splendours of Chatsworth. Personal news, 8 October 1847

Devonshire, William Spencer, 6th Duke of (1790 - 1858) Thanks for her kindness to Mr. Paxton in conducting him around Seaham Harbour, 8 November 1847

Devonshire, William Spencer, 6th Duke of Ill health prevents a visit to Wynyard, 9 December 1847

Devonshire, William Spencer, 6th Duke of Accepts her invitation. his social activities, 3 October 1847

Devonshire, William Spencer, 6th Duke of Arrangements to visit Raby Castle while staying at Wynyard, n.d

Devonshire, William Spencer, 6th Duke of Details for his arrival at Wynyard, n.d.

Raglan, Fitzroy Somerset, 1st Baron (1788 - 1855); succeeded Wellington as commander-in-chief of the forces; commanded British troops in the Crimea Will arrange for Lady Londonderry's wishes to be carried out, 7 May 1847

Anson, Sir George (1769 - 1849), Equerry to the Duchess of Kent, Groom of the Bedchamber to Prince Albert The Queen's thanks for the gift for Princess Royal, 31 May 1847

Armagh, John, Bishop of Distribution of the money raised for relief of the Irish poor, 28 June 1847

Brunnow, Baron [French] Thanks for her kindness to Berg. Political world is concerned with Switzerland. Lady Adelaide's illness, 24 November 1847

Disraeli, Benjamin Encloses a copy of "Tancred", n.d.

St Aulair, M. [French] Arrangements to send her parcels, n.d.

Berg, A. de [French] Regrets unable to come to Wynyard, n.d.

Disraeli, Benjamin Sir Robert Peel - "The only thing I envy him is your patronage", n.d.

Brunnow, Baron [French] Arrangements for the transport of parcels n.d

Brunnow, Baron [French] Will send her parcels with Baron Nicolay, n.d.

Westminster, Elizabeth Mary, Marchioness of [French] Influenza epidemic in London. Has met Mr. Brooke of Borneo [Sir James Brook, 1803 - 1868]. Appearance of "Jane Eyre" - author unknown, 28 November 1846

Westminster, Elizabeth Mary, Marchioness of Death of the Dowager Marchioness; marriage of her daughter, Elizabeth, to Baron Wenlock, 1 December 1846

Brunnow, Baron [French] Social news. A fellow Russian has come to England to build a steamship, 28 January 1847

Brunnow, Baron Printed letter of Lord George Dawson Damer withdrawing from the election at Portarlington borough, 1847

Delmar, Baronness Elaine de Social news. Princess Lieven thinks more highly of the French government than of Palmerston, n.d.

Peel, Sir Robert To Lord Londonderry. Proposed Irish party and likely lack of success; Lord Londonderry's refusal to become a member of it, n.d.

Victoria, Queen Consents to patronise the bazaar in aid of relief for the Irish poor, 7 March 1847

Victoria, Queen Congratulations on the engagement of Lady Alexandrina and Lord Portarlington, 25 April 1847

Adelaide, Queen Agrees to receive Lady Londonderry to discuss her bazaar, 6 April 1847

Adelaide, Queen Arrangements to receive Lady Londonderry, n.d.

Adelaide, Queen Encloses money for Lady Londonderry to select some items from her stall, n.d.

Adelaide, Queen Ill health prevents a personal visit to the bazaar but will send the Grand Duke and Duchess of Saxe-Weimar in her place, n.d.

Adelaide, Queen Hopes for a successful bazaar, 9 March 1847

Augusta, Duchess of Cambridge Offers help for the bazaar; has already given a contribution to the Duchess of Gloucester, 12 May 1847

Ernest, King of Hanover Ladies in Germany also holding bazaars in aid of relief for the sufferers from the overflowing of the Elbe. Lord Normanby, after his absurd conduct, has made his peace with Guizot, 18 March 1847

Victoria, Duchess of Kent Consents to be patroness of the bazaar, 10 March 1847

Nicholas I, Tsar of Russia (1796 - 1855) [French] Congratulations on the engagement of Lady Alexandrina and Lord Portarlington, 13 May 1847

Devonshire, William, 6th Duke of Social and personal news; has been to Paris to have a tooth extracted, 1 January 1848

Maltby, Edward, Bishop of Durham Arrangements for consecrating the chapel at Wynyard, 28 December 1848

Maltby, Edward Difficulties of consecration in the winter, 26 December 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Social activities. Lady Blandford's illness. "Metamorphosis" of Louis Napoleon; rumour of the Austrian emperor's marriage, 9 January 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of List of his guests; social news, 29 January 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of His daughter's marriage. Lord Dufferin's speech and his future. Experiments with chloroform and its effects. Parliamentary affairs and the government's plan to increase income tax, 21 February 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Building at Garron Tower. "One can think of nothing but the Parisian events"; the King knew nothing of what would happen but no-one pities him, 7 March 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Death of his daughter, Katherine, 30 April 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Plans for a holiday to recover his health; family news, 10 June 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Thanks for her letter of sympathy, 8 May 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of A cruise around Scotland; personal news, 30 July 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Personal news, 6 August 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Lady Aline's reception in Ireland; harvest ruined by the rain, 28 August 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Success of her bazaar. Sudden death of Lord George Bentinck; social news, 4 October 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Lord Clarendon expected to get promotion; Lord Blandford requires immediate medical attention for a "Disorder of the Brain". Adolphus' activities, 13 December 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Christmas greetings; cannot accept invitation to Wynyard, 25 December 1848

Kinsman, Rev. A. G. Thanks for her kindness to his late wife, 6 November 1848

Hardinge, Lady Emily Thanks for the gift of a screen. Account of her visit to Woburn, n.d.

Hardinge, Lady Emily Describes a visit to Windsor and the Queen's daily routine. Reunion of Lord Londonderry and the Castlereaghs is due to Lady Londonderry's mediation, n.d.

Norfolk, Charlotte, Duchess of (d, 1870) Cannot visit Wynyard due to the weather, railway disturbances, Chartists and Cholera, 19 August 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Distress likely in Ireland due to the ruin of the potato crop, 15 August 1848

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Disapproves of her concern over a gasometer. wishes success for her bazaar, n.d.

Hall, N. Unable to visit Wynyard. The royal family at Brasmar; Balmoral not large enough to accommodate a great number of guests, 16 September 1848

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Marriage preparations for her daughter Caroline, n.d.

Devonshire, William, 6th Duke of Arrangements to visit Wynyard, n.d.

Silk weavers of London Thanks for Lady Londonderry's encouragement for the silk trade, 18 July 1848

Pear, Arthur Thanks from the School of Design for patronising a ball in aid of the School, 12 July 1848

Cotton, Sir Willoughby (1783 - 1860), General; served in the peninsular and India Failure of the French monarchy; Louis Philippe acted inadvisedly; the republic will not last; war will mean an increase in income tax. Adolphus's activities in India, 31 March 1848

Victoria, Duchess of Kent Agrees to purchase a screen from her bazaar, 17 April 1848

Adolphus, Duke of Cambridge (1774 - 1850) The Duchess's advice re the bazaar, 20 April 1848

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester The bazaar in aid of the German hospital, 30 April 1848

Adolphus, Duke of Cambridge Necessary arrangements for the bazaar, 18 February 1848

Adolphus, Duke of Cambridge Requests her to ask Lord Londonderry for permission to hold the bazaar in his regiment's barracks, 8 February 1840

Delmar, Elaine, Baroness de Louis Napoleon not likely to be able to entertain Lady Londonderry properly in Paris. Many people are "going to see the Republic". Affairs in Paris still very unsettled; all titles are abolished; the French royal family have arrived in England, n.d.

Powlett, Lady Caroline Revolution in France had long been planned; the government hopes to restore order but subversive elements are still active. Mr. Milnes adheres to the Republic, 10 March 1848

Armagh, John, Archbishop of Encloses accounts for the bazaar to raise funds for the distressed Irish, 24 January 1848

Fitzroy, Henry (1807 - 1859), statesman; lord of the admiralty, 1845; under secretary for the home department, 1852 - 1855 Paris news - Guizot must go. The government is likely to be dissolved; proposals to apply Probate duty to land as well as personal property. Social news, n.d.

Fitzroy, Robert (1805 - 1865), Vice-Admiral; surveyed Patagonia and Straits of Magellan with Darwin; M.P. for Durham, 1841; governor of New Zealand, 1843 - 1845 Has been promised command of the frigate "Arrogant". Resents being regarded as a failure for his work in New Zealand, 4 July 1848

Adolphus, Duke of Cambridge Has received the money for the German hospital, 2 July 1848

Victoria, Duchess of Kent Unable to accept her invitation, 26 June 1848

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Arrangements to receive Lady Londonderry, n.d.

Devonshire, William, 6th Duke of Expects to see Lady Londonderry and Madame Delmar, n.d.

Todd, Mrs. Regrets unable to attend Almack's ball, n.d.

Adelaide, Queen Arrangements to receive Lady Londonderry, n.d.

Adelaide, Queen Regrets unable to receive her, n.d.

Marie Amélié, Queen of France Regrets the children are not able to visit Wynyard, 2 September 1848 [French]

Dumas, C. Encloses a letter from Countess Neuilly, 2 September 1848[French]

Errington, Julia Regrets cannot accept an invitation. Recommends a French modiste who has come to London from Paris, n.d.

Kelly, Frances Maria Requests Lady Londonderry's patronage of her performance, programme enclosed, n.d.

Hughes, Christopher Wishes that Americans could be better known and understood in England. Is now too old to return to England, despite regular service of the trans-Atlantic steamers. Bad news from Europe, 11 October 1848

Guizot, François Cannot accept her invitation as is in mourning for his mother and his country, 2 June 1848 [French]

Delmar, Elaine de Lamartine has advised the English to leave Paris; social news, n.d.

Melville, Rev. James Arrangements for Lord Ernest's education. Lord Blandford, n.d.

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Guests expected at Belvoir; personal news, 16 January 1848

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Enclosing a picture of an old dog, n.d.

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Birthday wishes, 15 January 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Ernest's luck escape from a riding accident; dress at the president's court, 14 March 1849

Cartwright, John Lord Londonderry's illness. Disapproves of her communications with the French president, 21 April 1849

Cartwright, John Attempts to find a tutor for Lord Ernest, 2 April 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Personal and social news, 10 July 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of His sailing activities have restored his strength, 30 June 1849

Liddell, Henry Thomas Cannot accept her invitation due to his father's illness. The Bishop is to consecrate a new church at Birtley and a burial ground at Lamesley. Describes a tour in Scotland, especially Drummond Castle. A military review at Dublin, 31 July 1849

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Quiet holiday in Bournemouth, interrupted only by itinerant merchants and the Poole omnibus. Comments on Arundel and the guests there; Lord and Lady Antrim, n.d.

Clanricarde, Ulick John, 1st Marquess (1802 - 1874); ambassador at St. Petersburg; later post master general, 1846 - 1852 Arrangements for the establishment of a post office at Carnlough, 29 August 1849

Drouyn de L'huys, E. Fears his earlier letter has gone astray through the carelessness of a servant, 28 August 1849 [French]

Devonshire, William, 6th Duke of Has sent a sketch of Mrs. Arkwright to her, 24 August 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of The Queen's visit to Ireland - has done much good, but Clarendon ought not to have to pay for it. Has conversed with a French admiral who served with Napoleon, 18 August 1849

Brunnow, Baron Forthcoming London events, including an appearance by Jenny Lind. Possibility of a ministerial crisis, but not certain as to who should form the next government; Russell likely to reshuffle his Cabinet. Government likely to have trouble over the Navigation Bill. News from Russia; rumours of a clash with Turkey untrue. Approves of Louis Napoleon's, n.d. [French]

Devonshire, William, 6th Duke of Invitation to the wedding of George Cavendish and Lady Emily Rumbold, 24 September 1848

Disraeli, Benjamin His visit to the Metternichs - Princess Metternich making lint for the Austrian wounded; Brunnow with her, "whispering at the ear of Eve". Details of Mr. Denison's will, 21 August 1848

Clarendon, Katherine, Countess of (d. 1874) Arrangements for a visit to Mount Stewart, 5 September 1849

Brunnow, Baron His wife has had an attack of cholerine. Has been entertaining the Duke of Leuchtenberg. Disapproves of Southampton's facilities. Fighting in Hungary has ended, 1 September 1849 [French]

Tufnell, Mr. Appointment of a postmaster in Carnlough, 22 September 1849

Somerville, Sir William (1802 - 1873), Whig M.P.; chief secretary for Ireland, 1837 - 1852 Agrees to put forward her nominee for the post mastership at Carnlough, 25 September 1849

Clarendon, Katherine, Countess of Arrangements to visit Mount Stewart, 22 September 1849

Clarendon, Katherine, Countess of Has sent her letter to the wrong address, 25 September 1849

Drouyn de L'huys, E. Accepts invitation to Wynyard, 16 October 1849 [French]

Brunnow, Baron Berg is transporting her parcels. Is expecting orders from St. Petersburg at any time. French and English fleets have sailed for the Levant, n.d. [French]

Maltoy, Edward, Bishop of Durham Arrangements for a consecration at Thorp, 1 October 1849

Drouyn de L'huys, E. Will come to Wynyard if the Sultan and the Tsar permit, 7 October 1849 [French]

Somerville, Sir William Will support her nominee for postmaster, n.d.

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Will preserve the lines she has sent for future generations; believes one should not get honoured for what is one's duty, 18 October 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Her alterations to Garron Tower. Queen Dowager is very ill. Lord Clarendon regrets the dismissal of Lord Roden from the magistracy, 15 October 1849

Spence, William Requests a letter to say he is forgiven for the charges made against him ten years ago, 3 October 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Hopes the enlargements to Garron Tower will not spoil its appearance. Lord Hardinge still shaken after his accident. Her efforts to encourage the Irish peasants to improve themselves. Has been visited by Cabrera "the uncrowned Patriot of Spain". Has received an address from the county for his fifty years as Lord Lieutenant, 26 September 1849

Armagh, John, Archbishop of Regrets unable to visit Garron Tower due to ill health, 8 October 1849

Clarendon, Katherine, Countess of Cannot visit Lady Londonderry because of the uproar caused by the dismissal of Lord Roden, 1 October 1849

Drouyn de L'huys, E. His orders are to remain in London, 2 November 1849 [French]

Holden, John Requests her to attend an exhibition of the Irish Muslin Manufacturers, 10 August 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Merits of Lough Ryan as a substitute for Port Patrick. Consecration of Wynyard Chapel. Illness of the Queen Dowager. Social news, 6 November 1849

Hardinge, Henry, 1st Viscount (1785 - 1856), field marshal; M.P. for Durham, 1820 - 1830; secretary at war, 1828 - 1830; governor general of India, 1844 - 1847 Garron Tower - Mr. Liddell's plans are too plain; recommends the style of Hever Castle, n .d.

Decares, Baron The French President becoming quite popular; ministerial changes expected; President intends to use young men of good families as foreign diplomats; requests her support for his application for a post in London, 6 December 1849

Demidoff, Princess Bonaparte Requests Lady Londonderry's help for a person who has fallen on hard times, n.d. [French]

Drouyn de L'huys, Madame St. C. Regrets prior engagements prevent a visit to Wynyard, 30 October 1849 [French]

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Describes the "French exposition"; tapestry the only item worth purchasing. New play at the Haymarket "stupid and vulgar - as ... most English Plays are'". social news. People generally "better off than we were two years ago", 28 December 1849

Decares, Baron Appreciates her motives for refusing his request, 31 December 1849

Decares, Baron Invitations from the President of the Republic, 1849

Decares, Baron Invitation from the Governors and Directors of the Bank of Ireland to meet the Queen, 1849

Decares, Baron Invitation from Lord and Lady Clarendon to meet the Queen, 1849

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Seaham's accident. Marriage of Miss Duff, 9 January 1850

Brunnow, Baron Seaham's accident, 4 January 1850 [French]

Disraeli, Benjamin Pressure of public life ; "surrounded by piles of blue books" Free traders predict a revolution; "before 4 and 20 months are passed, every farmer will be a republican". Description of Cabrera. Foreign affairs; "the elements of government do not exist in the greater part of Europe and we are destroying them pretty quickly in England". Russia developing; France exhausted; only England can repel the "Sclavonians" from "conquering the whole of the South of Europe", 30 December 1849

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Birthday wishes, 18 January 1850

Brunnow, Baron Declines invitation to Wynyard on behalf of his wife and children, n.d. [French]

Wydenbruck, Baron Will not add to her troubles with Seaham's accident by coming to Wynyard, 9 January 1850 [French]

Clarendon, Katherine, Countess of Inquiry after Lord Seaham, 9 January 1850

Norfolk, Charlotte, Duchess of Lord Seaham's accident, 14 January 1850

Victoria, Duchess of Kent Inquiry after Lord Seaham, 8 January 1850

Coigny, H. H. de Inquiry after Seaham. Paris quiet but "as if upon a volcano." Hopes the English will return to France to help the traders. President's assistants - each "his own plan of governing France", 13 February 1850

Brunnow, Baron Sympathy on the bad reports of Seaham's health, n.d. [French]

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of A cough cure. Inquiries after Seaham. social news, 28 January 1850

Clanricarde, Ulick John de Burgh, 1st Marquess of Arrangements for her to visit the General Post Office, 2 March 1850

Disraeli, Benjamin Amused by her description of Bath. Attempts to raise Prince Albert's allowance after the death of the Queen Dowager, 27 March 1850

Liddell, Thomas Henry Prince Albert's speech predicts great trade benefits from the Exhibition. unsettled state of affairs in France. Disgust at Lord W's appointment as steward of the royal household. Alterations to Ravensworth Castle, 26 March 1850

Hamilton-Russell, Emma Maria, Viscountess Boyne (d. 1870) Thanks for condolences on the death of her brother, n.d.

Disraeli, Benjamin Thanks for a gift, 16 February 1850

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Family news. Sale of Marlborough House. Engagement of the Earl of Strathmore and Miss Barrington, 24 February 1850

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Personal news. Lord Seaham's recovery. Disapproves of Sir Robert Peel's publicising his estate affairs; rents will have to be lowered within twelve months, 10 February 1850

Russell, Lady William Thanks for the letter of condolence, 23 February 1850

Azoglis, G. d' Regrets unable to accept invitation due to a prior engagement, 18 February 1850 [French]

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Social and personal news. Doubts the benefits to be gained from the Exhibition, as foreign goods will be brought over to the detriment of English goods, 23 March 1850

Disraeli, Benjamin City banquet for Prince Albert. "fusion between Ld. Aberdeen Gladstone and Co. with Stanley and Co., ripens rapidly". Graham "baffles all conjecture"; rumour that he intends to "lead the new revolution" with a reform bill, 21 March 1850

Disraeli, Benjamin Factory bill procedure prevents his attendance at Rosebank. Thiers' account of his interview with the French king; Comte de Paris a suitable person to be king, n.d.

Brunnow, Baron Rumour of his departure not true; accepts invitation to dine, n.d. [French]

Brunnow, Baron Outbreak of measles in his family has meant quarantine. Mr. Lumley is willing to give her a theatre box in order to secure her patronage of the Opera. Proposed visit of Prince d'Oldenbourg. "La France est une malade fantasque"; prescribes for it a busy social life; opinion of the French; cannot see any answer to the Greek problem, 23 April 1850 [French]

Brunnow, Baron Greek problem not as serious as people imagine; hopes that "les busy-body" will not interfere to complicate matters. The Londonderrys will be able to meet Grand Duchess Stephanie in Paris; etiquette to be preserved before approaching her. The Queen has moved to the Queen Dowager's former residence, 9 April 1850 [French]

Disraeli, Benjamin "Religion and Rents" the only subjects talked about; Church question "pervades all classes"; the Queen delighted at the decision against the Bishop of Exeter; Prince Albert's strong Lutheran views caused him to stop the Prince of wales being taught the catechism, but overruled by the Queen and tutor. Whig rumours about bad state of economy, but most people still fully employed with good wages. Pitched battles in Parliament resulted in defeats for the Government. [22 April]. Rumour of government wishing to retire; Graham favourite to form a ministry but has no confidence in his abilities. Lord Blandford's debut in Parliament, 20 April 1850

Newdegate, Charles (1816 - 1887), Conservative politician Recommends Harry Boucherette to Lady Londonderry, 22 June 1850

Wood, Robert Blucher Colonel Lowther has agreed to his marriage with his daughter, Constantia, 27 June 1850

Brunnow, Baron Arrangements for her transport, n.d. [French]

Clarendon, Katherine, Countess of Arrangements for Lord Clarendon to visit Lady Londonderry in Ireland, 31 July 1850

Baciocchi, N., member of the French President's staff Recommends Mademoiselle Wenderweck as a teacher, 6 May 1850 [French]

Drouyn de L'huys, Madame St. C. Regrets unable to accept her invitation, 16 May 1850 [French]

Drouyn de L'huys, E. Regrets unable to accept her invitation, 15 January 1850 [French]

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Anxiety over Sir Robert Peel's accident, 3 July 1850

Hatherton, Edward, 1st Baron (1791 - 1863) Recommends a visit to Alton Towers. Encloses a letter from Henry Wellesley re the history of the gates at Wynyard, 19 August 1850

Batley, Sir John Mr. Knowles, a senior leader of the Northern Circuit, has been omitted from the invitations to Wynyard to meet the judges, 15 July 1850

Clarendon, George, 4th Earl of (1800 - 1870), Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, 1847 - 1852; secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, 1853 - 1858, 1865 - 1866, 1868 - 1870 Arrangements to visit Garron Tower, 17 August 1850

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Social and personal news, 7 August 1850

Disraeli, Benjamin Can delay the Mines bill no longer; members of both parties strongly in favour of it. Rothschild business made a great stir. The house sits "from 12 till 1/2 past 2 in the morning". Marriage celebrations given by Lord Lonsdale, 2 August 1850

Dunseath, Mr. Thanks for gift to Cashendale church, 22 August 1850

Disraeli, Benjamin Praises restoration of Knebworth. Hopes for the return of the Sunday post, as the government is losing a great deal of revenue, 27 August 1850

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Social and personal news, 27 August 1850

Seaham, Lady Mary; Cornelia, later Marchioness of Londonderry (d. 1906) Social news; plans for the christening of her expected child, n.d.

Blandford, Lady Frances (d. 1899), later Duchess of Marlborough Cannot come to Lady Londonderry as has promised to be with Lady Seaham. Lord Blandford is trying to find a town house, 19 August 1850

Blandford, John, Marquess of Reasons he is unable to visit Lady Londonderry, 26 August 1850

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Questions the wisdom of enlarging Garron Tower. The Hardwickes have been prevented from visiting him by unrest among their tenants and an outbreak of fires, 21 September 1850

Hatherton, Edward, 1st Baron Thanks for his visit to Garron Tower. Advice on Tenant Right problem for Lord Londonderry, 29 September 1850

Kennedy, Rev. R. M. Requests her to accompany Lord Clarendon on a visit to Ballymena schools, 6 September 1850

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Social news; death of Baron Brunnow's daughter; Lord Fielding has become a Roman Catholic, 7 September 1850

Brunnow, Baron Death of his daughter, n.d. [French]

Kennedy, Rev. R. M. Need for her to visit the local schools, 7 September 1850

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Birth of a daughter to the Seahams. Personal news, 26 October 1850

Seaham, George Henry, Viscount Birth of his daughter, 19 September 1850

Disraeli, Benjamin Tory party is in chaos. Letter from Lord Stanley describing Paris and his interview with the President. Lord Aberdeen "still only dreaming of the Congress of Vienna, Schleswig-Holstein, etc.", 22 October 1850

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Personal and social news; the new Countess of Strathmore, 23 October 1850

Macdonnell, Alexander Pressure of work prevents him visiting Garron Tower, 4 October 1850

Brunnow, Baron His wife has not recovered sufficiently to travel to Wynyard. The Tsar has allowed him to defer his visit to Russia. His correspondents do not confirm rumours of an Austro-Prussian war. Prince Louis is in a dangerous position in France, 1 November 1850 [French]

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Lord Londonderry's ill health. General indignation over the Papal aggression. Social news. The Londonderry's Irish tenants "have seen and acknowledged the Error of their ways", 7 November 1850

Brunnow, Baron Royal family will be delighted with her invitation to Prince Alexander. His wife's health much improved. European affairs will not have fatal results. The Pope has reawakened English hostility to Catholicism; will cause problems for the government in Ireland; all depends on Cardinal Wiseman's actions. Prince Louis' speech to the French serious and truthful, n.d. [French]

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of Social news; alterations to Arundel Castle, 28 November 1850

Rutland, John, 5th Duke of A cure for colds and coughs. Has been refitting the Regent's Gallery at Belvoir Castle, 30 December 1850

Paxton, Sir Joseph (1801 - 1865), gardener and architect Thanks for the gift of a cup, 12 December 1850

Powlett, Lady Caroline Lord Londonderry's ill health. Papists believe "an especial interposition of Providence was come in their favour" . Stanley's supporters in the Lords not sufficient to compensate for lack in the Commons, 6 March 1851

Powlett, Lady Caroline Bath social news. Impeachment of Grey "wd be a rather satisfactory diversion from the Cristal Palace". Mr. Baciocchi's near social blunder. Earl Wilton's book of hymns has earned him the nickname "David", 17 March 1857

Powlett, Lady Caroline Duke of Rutland's loss of popularity and problems over his tenant's rents. The Queen is alarmed about the Exhibition, but Prince Albert confident of Success; rats invaded the Exhibition "like the plague of Egypt". Rumours of Madame Nesselrode being compelled to return to Russia by her husband. Duke of Beaufort had an operation under chloroform, 30 March 1851

Powlett, Lady Caroline Social news; rumour of Sir Robert Peel accusing a fellow whist player of cheating, 11 April 1851

Powlett, Lady Caroline Personal news. Georgiana Fane's plan to force the Duke of Devonshire to marry her, 30 August 1851

Powlett, Lady Caroline Social news; Georgiana's quarrels with the Duke of Devonshire, 8 October 1851

Powlett, Lady Caroline Social news; Lady Augusta Milbanke's impecunious state. "France does not know what to make of itself". Mrs. Baring's strong support of the Bonapartes, 13 November 1851

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Anxious about the vast number of foreigners coming to London. Envious of Lady Londonderry's visit to Italy, 10 February 1851

Powlett, Lady Caroline Society marriages. Duke of Rutland's estate problems, 6 April 1851

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of London full of foreigners who have waited until society has left, to visit the Exhibition, 27 July 1851

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Events leading up to Lord Braybrooke's engagement. Family news, 15 November 1851

Hatherton, Edward, 1st Baron Death of his daughter, Emily. Advice on choice of lodgings and doctor in Paris; Lord Londonderry should keep to a strict diet. Anxieties of Austrian society. General election will not be favourable to Papists, 28 March 1851

Hatherton, Edward, 1st Baron Lady Shrewsbury's activities; universal illness; recommends Torquay for invalids. Lord Mayor's dinner badly attended by foreign diplomats, 17 April 1851

Hatherton, Edward, 1st Baron Foreign visitors coming to see the Exhibition. Anecdote of Frank Charteres and a Scottish apothecary, 22 September 1851

Hatherton, Edward, 1st Baron Social news; Harry Pieruepoint's will. Bad state of the coal trade has meant a drop in his income, 21 December 1851

Beckett, Lady Anne (d. 1871) Play at Devonshire House to raise money for a Guild of Literature and Art. Preparations for Lord Wood's wedding. Personal news, 15 April 1851

Bethune, Rev. Angus, incumbent of Seaham Harbour Report on Seaham infirmary, 1 November 1851

Blandford, John, Marquess of Thanks for her offer regarding the children, 3 June 1851

Blandford, John, Marquess of Birth of his daughter, 9 November 1851

Somerville, Sir William Will instigate an inquiry as requested, 1 June 1851

G [?] Her visit to Abd el Kadir. Believes her fears over Adolphus are groundless. Despairs of politicians. Everyone "sick of the glass house already", 14 April 1851

Ely, Anna Maria, Marchioness of (d. 1857) Encloses a letter from Elizabeth Cavendish asking her to persuade Lady Londonderry to attend her concert, 23 May 1851

Devonshire, William, 6th Duke of Asks her to invite some Russian friends to Holdernesse House, 14 June 1851

Melville, Rev. James Mr. Denning is willing to take the post at Houghton School. Hopes for a reconciliation between Lord and Lady W., 11 August 1851

Seaham, Lady Mary Cornelia Description of Powerscourt. Family and personal news, n.d.

Markham, Mr. Encloses a book of Irish scenes, 13 October 1851

Simpson, Margaret Requests a contribution for the purchase of a chain for the mayor of Sunderland, 30 May 1851

Newcastle, Henry, 6th Duke of (1834 - 1879) Regrets unable to visit her. Lord Clarendon reluctantly returning to Ireland. Sir William Somerville has resigned, 15 September 1851

Coutts, A. B. Lord Blandford's interest in a college. The Exhibition - "nothing inside will compare with the outside for ingenuity and workmanship", 1 January 1851

Delmar, Elaine, Baroness de President of France confident of success; Lord Londonderry's efforts on behalf of Abd el Kadir, n.d.

Wydenbruck, Baron Lady Londonderry's accident, 1 November 1851 [French]

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of The Exhibition "certainly is a glory and a wonder!" Death of her nephew, 22 April 1851

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Admission ticket for the opening of the Exhibition, 1851

Liddell, Thomas Henry Description and instructions for a dress of the period of Charles II, 22 May 1851

Liddell, Thomas Henry Instruction for details of the dress and hair style, with sketches, 23 May 1851

Liddell, Thomas Henry Suggestions for landscaping. Description of the exhibition, 30 July 1851

Liddell, Thomas Henry Arrangements for a visit to Garron Tower. Description of the grounds at Woburn, 30 September 1851

Liddell, Thomas Henry Her lucky escape from an accident. Personal news. Death of Lord Liverpool and his estate affairs. Description of the alterations to Glamis Castle, 6 October 1851

Beckett, Lady Anne Personal and social news; Lady Caroline Barrington to be royal governess, 15 January 1851

Mitchell, Helen Birthday wishes. Social news; Lord Stanhope making himself absurd over a crystal ball, 17 January 1851

Portarlington, Henry John, 3rd Earl (1822 - 1889) Birthday wishes. Louis Napoleon will make himself emperor, 14 January 1851

Mitchell, L. S. Times of cross channel ferries, 4 February 1851

Fitzroy, Henry Birthday wishes. Religious bill likely to break the government. London likely to be overcrowded in the summer, n.d.

Norfolk, Charlotte, Duchess of Birthday wishes, 17 January 1851

Hall, Augusta Invitation to see an old English court minuet, n.d.

Hardinge, Henry, Viscount His son's enthusiasm for Garron Tower, 26 August 1851

Newcastle, Henry, 6th Duke of His plans cannot be finally settled yet. Harvest threatened by the weather, 15 August 1851

Cornwall, G. C. Will try to accelerate the postal service to Garron, 30 September 1851

Howden, Lord Advice on travelling in Spain; roads terrible but robbers confined to one area, 17 March 1851

Cassidy, Robert; Londonderry agent in Belfast Recommends removal of Campbell from super intendance of work at Garron Tower. Mr. Lanktree's complaints and necessity of taking proceedings against him, 27 January 1851

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Duke of Marlborough's third marriage. Her purchases from the Exhibition, 31 October 1851

Seaham, Lady Mary Illness of her son and the choice of a name for him, n.d.

Seaham, Lady Mary Part letter. Lord Londonderry's health. Quarrel between Fanny and Adelaide, n.d

Portarlington, Henry John, 3rd Earl of To Lord Londonderry. Likely effect of a Conservative demonstration in County Down; half of Ireland are deprived of a voice in political matters, n.d.

Liddell, Thomas Henry Description of a visit to Mount Stewart and Grey Abbey, 14 October 1852

Andrews, John Arrangements for a party from the British Association to visit Garron Tower, 29 August 1852

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Social news; engagement of her nephew, Lord George Fitzalan-Howard to Miss Talbot. Crowds visiting the Exhibition. Invention of a "fire annihilator", 11 April 1851

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Enthusiasm for "David Copperfield". Leaks at the Crystal Palace have been repaired. English clergy "all gone mad"; some refusing to christen or bury, 5 April 1851

Hatherton, Edward, 1st Baron His engagement to Mrs. Davenport, 3 January 1852

Liddell, Thomas Henry Thanks for her efforts on behalf of the widow of Frederick Shelden. A robbery at Ravensworth Castle, 28 January 1852

Liddell, Thomas Henry Recommends a supervisor for the work at Garron Tower. The mysterious robbery at Ravensworth. The government "is in a fix"; Palmerston will not be made a victim, 14 January 1852

Berg, A. de Regrets unable to accept her invitation, 14 January 1851 [French]

Cassidy, Robert Conveyance of property from Mr. Higgenson, 12 February 1852

Bittleston, Thomas Requests Lady Londonderry to use her influence to procure the position of Recorder at Warwick for his son, 19 March 1852

Stratheden, Mary, Baroness (d. 1860) Arrangements for her family to visit Wynyard, 29 June 1852

Castlereagh, Frederick, Viscount Purchase of Irish estate by Lord and Lady Portarlington. Lady Adelaide's elopement, 21 February 1852

Beckett, Lady Anne Sympathy on Lady Adelaide's elopement. Lord Clarendon's "scrap" may turn out the government, 20 February 1852

Hardinge, Lady Emily Sympathy on Lady Adelaide's elopement. Lord Derby likely to form a government with Palmerston, n.d.

Blandford, John, Marquess of Recommends a new tutor for Ernest, 28 July 1852

Blandford, John, Marquess of Qualifications of a possible tutor for Ernest, 29 July 1852

Fitzroy, Henry Birthday wishes. Change of government must come soon; "a ministerial crisis once a quarter is too much"; Conservative party is very weak, 12 January 1852

Portarlington, Lady(Alexandrina) Sale of Milton completed, 29 July 1852

Canterbury, John Sumner, Archbishop of (1780 - 1862) Unable to visit Garron Tower. Lord Adolphus' election prospects. Problem of potato blight and priests in Ireland, 10 July 1852

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Lord Londonderry's ill health. Sympathy on Lady Adelaide's elopement, 23 February 1852

Truro, Lady A. Advises that Lord Londonderry's letter about Adelaide should not be read too widely, 24 February 1852

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Sympathy on Lady Adelaide's elopement, 16 February 1852

Seaham, Lady Mary Lady Adelaide's elopement, n.d.

Castlereagh, Frederick, Viscount Lady Adelaide's elopement, n.d.

Gordon-Buller, E. Is unable to visit Lady Londonderry. Lady Adelaide's elopement, n.d.

Hardwicke, Lady Susan Lady Adelaide's elopement, 20 February 1852

Alison, Sir Archibald Congratulations on Lord Londonderry's receiving the Duke of Wellington's Garter; and on the release of Abd el Kadir, 23 October 1852

Hardwicke, Lady Susan Personal news. Confidence in Derby's administration, 28 February 1852

Clarendon, Katherine, Countess of To Mr. Cornewall and Mr. Isacke Thanks for the gift "from her Irish Friends", 5 March 1853

Coutts and Co. Chancery case re the affairs of Mr. McDonnell at his death concerning the Antrim estate, 14 December 1852

St. Germans, Jemima, Countess of (d. 1856) Hopes to visit Garron Tower in the autumn, 13 May 1853

Truro, Lady A. Suggestions for a route for a tour of Europe and shops worth visiting, n.d.

Hardwicke, Lady Susan Lord Londonderry's ill health. Unable to come north due to an outbreak of cholera. Social news, 22 November 1853

Kilmorey, Francis, 2nd Earl of (1787 - 1880) A misunderstanding about his not visiting her in London, n.d.

Castlereagh, Frederick, Viscount Lord Londonderry's accident in Dublin and consequent illness, 5 November 1853

Breadalbane, John, 5th Earl of (1796 - 1862) The Queen cannot accept Lady Londonderry's invitation to visit her while in Ireland, 6 August 1853

Milbanke, Augusta Arrangements for a visit to Garron Tower, 3 September 1853

Mary, Duchess of Gloucester Visit to England by the King and Queen of Hanover, 28 June 1853

Cassidy, Robert Thanks for her present to his fiancée, 20 August 1853

Drouyn de L'huys, E. Has contacted the customs officer and the railway office at Calais, 13 June 1853 [French]

Westminster, Elizabeth, Marchioness of Activities of the King of Hanover during his visit to England. Requests Lady Londonderry to send her 10 jacinths, n.d.

Balston, Charles Will accept her decision re communications with Lady Adelaide; the effect of her elopement on Ernest's character, 20 May 1853

Seymour, Sir George (1797 - 1880), diplomatist; private secretary to Lord Castlereagh, 1822; envoy at St. Petersburg, 1851 - 1854 Count Nesselrode will take charge of her parcels. News of the Stroganoff family. Festivities during the carnival at St. Petersburg, 9 March 1853

Seymour, Sir George Purchase of slippers for her. Count Vizthune has been appointed minister in London, 23 March 1853

Powlett, Lady Caroline Lord Londonderry's ill health. The French emperor's "love match", 22 January 1853

Powlett, Lady Caroline News from France of the emperor. Social news, 14 February 1853

Price, J. Blackwood Birthday wishes. Thanks for her gift of books, 17 January 1853

Delmar, Baroness Elaine de Description of the French empress and her marriage; also that of Lady Harriet D'Orsay, 31 January 1853

Price, J. Blackwood Advises spending the chapel collections on Seaham infirmary and the Church Education Society. Opinions on Cummings' sermons, 24 February 1853

Seaham, Lady Mary Lord Londonderry's ill health. Surprised that Fanny should communicate with Adelaide. Recommends "The Finchley Manual" as a school text book, n.d.

Wright, Joseph John, solicitor in Sunderland Unsuitability of Mr. Balfour for the position at the school, 10 January 1853

Eglinton, Archibald, 13th Earl of (1812 - 1861) Arrangements for a journey to Ireland from Scotland, 24 July 1853

Eglinton, Archibald, 13th Earl of Unable to accept her invitation to Wynyard. Coalition government's reform bill 7 January 1853

M.S. Offers to visit Lady Londonderry if required, n.d.

Verses written for Lady Londonderry's Album by Lord Porchester, Sir Roger Gresley and others, 1826 - 1827

Dinner menu, 3 June 1845

Luncheon invitation on the opening of the new north dock at Seaham, June 1845

Mercurius Aulicus. A pamphlet concerning the activities of the Earl of Essex and Sir William Waller during the Civil War, 6 July 1644

Letter from Queen Adelaide giving permission for a journal to be dedicated to her, n.d.

Verses on Lady Londonderry's bazaar, n.d.

Part letter from Lord Castlereagh describing his visit to Petra, 13 July 1842

Programme for a concert for ambassadors in London, 13 July 1838

Sir Cuthbert Sharp's account of the laying of the foundation stones of Seaham Harbour, 1 December 1828

Statement of Robert Fitzroy concerning his dispute with William Sheppard over the Durham City election, August 1841

Invitation to a ball at the Tuileries, 7 February 1844

Vane, Rev. Henry (d. 1794); created a baronet, 1782 Personal letters, some encouraging Miss Tempest to elope with him, c.1767 - 1768