Since I had the pleasure of seeing you I have the satisfaction
to find that Mr. Gifford has accepted
the task of editing the intended Review. This was communicated to me by the
Lord Advocate, who at the same time
requested me to write Mr. Gifford on the subject. I have
done so at great length, pointing out whatever occurred to me on the facilities
or difficulties of the work in general, as well as on the editorial department,
offering at the same time all the assistance in my power to set matters upon a
good footing and to keep them so. I presume he will have my letter by the time
this reaches you, and that he will communicate with you fully upon the details.
I am as
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