Autograph Letter Signed ('Thos Barnes') from Thomas Barnes, editor of The Times,

1p., 16mo. Ten lines. On a piece of laid paper, previously laid down on a page of an autograph album, and with loss to one word having resulted from its removal. Reads 'We were all much grieved and shocked by the sudden death of Mr Scolefield. [sic] He was greatly respected and was one of the most useful members o the British Parliament. I wish you may be fortunate enough to secure the services of another equally honourable, and consistent in principle.'