Letter from Edward Ryan, Garden Lodge, Kensington, to 'My dear Herschel' [Sir John Frederick William Herschel] He gives thanks to Sir John for sending his son's letter [William James Herschel], which is of interest as he knows something of the Kishnaghur district and the difficulties that William faces. He considers him well fitted to the task. The post has been troublesome because of the endless disputes between ryotts and [indigo] planters and their nature seems more formidable than in Ryan's time. He notes the value of the indigo crop and gives his thoughts on the dispute and the law. He hears from [Sir Charles] Trevelyan at Madras and notes the loss of [Thomas Babington] Macaulay. Charles Wood is about to bring forward an important bill relating to courts in India. He is glad that Herschel is pleased with Herbert Malkin, who is 'a good fellow'. 19 April 1860