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Examines why he thinks that the Bishopric of Calcutta should not be offered to him.

Repeats views expressed in letter No. 1/54 regarding the Bishopric of Calcutta. Expresses joy at reading Coleridge's account of the progress of St. Augustine's College. States reasons why he was unable to accomplish address to Archbishop as he had promised in letter No. 1/52 Reports on the poor physical health of clergy in the colony. Reports on affairs in New Zealand including the accusation that Mr. Agnew's moral conduct was questionable and his return to Australia. Expresses his support for Mr. Agnew.

Examines financial matters concerning subscription to St. Augustine's College. Reports on the training,which he has undertaken, of some men for the ecclesiastical order. Expresses concern over the scarcity of clergymen which has prevented the opening of several churches and the holding of regular services. Is sending Coleridge S.P.G. journal of proceedings for 1845 and briefly describes what it relates to. Expresses opinion on Coleridge's report on matters in England including Mr. Watson's misgivings about St. Augustine's College and Mr. Newman's secession from the Church of England. Expresses his opinion of Mr. Walker of Parramatta and his account of the situation in the colony. Reports on the Bishop of New Zealand.

Discusses portrait - which Broughton sent to Coleridge.

Report on building progress of Cathedral and acknowledgment of receipt of donations. Has rented house and grounds for College of Divinity, Broughton is the principal and Allwood is the resident tutor. Account of conflict concerning the status of colonial clergymen and the Bishop's power to revoke their licences. Gives report on new Governor.

Informs Coleridge of expected visit by Capt. King and his daughter to England.

Reports on the Bank of Australasia's intention to sue him.

Expresses deep suffering and loneliness as a result of the death of his wife and expresses concern over his daughter, Phoebe who also lost her child. Informs Coleridge that the threat to sue by the Bank of Australasia has been withdrawn.

Reports further on his financial needs and the possibility of donating part of his income to the church. Expresses admiration for Rev. W.H. Walsh and explains reasons for Walsh's trip to England. Refers to the lack of clergymen in the colony. Expresses his opinion on the "Bowen Affair". Examines the government's monetary bias towards the Irish System of education. Indicates his intentions regarding the "Gorham Case". Expresses a lack of sympathy for people who are dissatisfied with the Church of England and join the Roman Catholic Church.

Informs Coleridge of his illness and expresses that he is anxious to see him and gain advice on colonial church affairs. Reports on Mr. Gladstone's withdrawal of his Colonial Church Bill. Outlines the principles which must guide his actions whilst in England.States intention of appearing before the S. P. G.