M10/5/601

Letter from Sir John Osborn. Could we negotiate with opposite party? Consulted Lord Hampden & Mr. Trevor. We could consent to leave them in possession at ensuing general election, if they would consent to let in a member on the independant interest at the subsequent election.

13 Apr 1812

From: 1812 To: 1812

Wrote to Ongley, Thornton, Polhill, Gibbard, Campbell & Edwards; enclose only replies received. Shall proceed no farther unless friends wish it. Relies: A. From Trevor: better to say nothing unless to very confidential friends; more at liberty if early dissolution. B. From Polhill: delicate subject; in hands more competent than I; if they would accede, it would be a great object gained. C. From Thornton: you better informed than I; trust independant interest would support the consequence they have already established.

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Osborn, John,
Hampden, Lord,
Trevor,
Ongley,
Thornton,
Polhill,
Gibbard,
Campbell,
Edwards

general correspondence, elections