Ffeil A1/173. - Letter from Samuel Smith, Braco, Perthshire,

Resigned his seat because of his illness and weakness. Is most grateful to John Herbert Lewis for the work he has done during his illness. The operation at Edinburgh was a great success and his health is much improved. Has been 'beset with appeals to continue in Parlt'. Has no wish to upset John Herbert Lewis's arrangements. It may well be that no contest will take place in the County. Would be happy to bear the cost of a contest in the Boroughs if John Herbert Lewis were to stand. 'But this must be kept entirely private between ourselves - it is a simple act of justice'. John Herbert Lewis has worked hard to earn the gratitude of Flintshire. 'Private'.