| Content Description | Consists of political diary of J.E. Denison covering period 1826 to 1830; discusses issues of national political importance such as Peel's Catholic Bill, questions of free trade and Corn Bill, and attempts to reform currency; contains discussions on appointments to Cabinet and changes of administration; includes account of Denison's first speech in House of Commons and his role at Admiralty; discusses election procedures including Denison's election to Hastings; refers to attempt at electoral reform including East Retford question; comments on Denison's relationship with members of society at national and local level; includes account of Lord Canning's death.
On personal level describes objections of Duke of Portland to his marriage to Lady Charlotte Cavendish-Bentinck; gives account of his financial situation; discusses finances and careers of family members; includes reference to Denison's interests such as architecture, education and agricutural improvements. |