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Professor John Stuart Blackie opposed the 1867 Reform Bill as he believed it to be 'purely democratic' and wished to see changes in the methods of representation of the people. A course of action (eg elections), should not be determined by the vote…

Although the writer is against votes for all men, he does support election by ballot. He examines arguments for open and secret voting.
The writer's second letter (RAD123_07 to RAD123_11), discusses arguments against the ballot.

VIEW ROUND TO GIRDLENESS SHOWING TWO WOMEN MUSSEL GATHERING ON BEACH

Part of an opium smokers outfit, in laquered bamboo, with ivory terminals and white metal bowl.

Dried plant specimen. Bound volume of William Knight Vol. 2.

A large metal optical bench with maker embossed in large letters on the metal. Groove style.

Wooden optical bench with ruler and groove for apparatus holders to slide along.

Large black metal optical bench, groove style with adjustable feet.