Letter from C.P. Scott to L.T. Hobhouse (1864-1929), social philosopher and journalist, stating his regret that he has yet to raise the issue of forced labour in Rhodesia in the House [of Commons], asking Hobhouse for a draft question covering the points, and discussing Scott's attending the Appropriation Bill debate [HC Deb 07 August 1899 vol 76 cc60-144] before the Commons adjournment. He raises the issue of [John] Morley, politician and writer, and the seats he may contest, [in the forthcoming general election], and discusses his desire to manoeuvre Morley into an English seat, listing possible constituencies.
Scott's wife's health is discussed, and he commends Hobhouse and [unknown] R.C. for the paper's growing industrial reputation. Scott describes the 'Transvaal debate' [Civil Service Estimates, 1899 - 1900, HC Deb 28 July 1899 vol 75 cc686-791], and his own contribution at the end of debate.