EDWARD

saying that he understands that a vacancy has occurred among the Magistrates of Middlesex by the death of Colonal Leakes and I am further informed that Colonel Stedell's name has been submitted to your Grace as a candidate for the appointment. I have known Colonel Stedell since I have been in command of the Home District, since 1870. He... is a Gentleman of independent means.. in addition Chairman of the Hornsey Local Board of Health... His Character in that locality is probably well known to you. My own acquaintance with Colonel Stedell has been through his position as Commanding Officer of the 37th Middlesex R.V. and I must say that chiefly owing to his actions in that capacity, the Corps is one of the best in the Metropolis..., 3 sides 8vo., Horse Guards, 11th March