British prime minister (from 1902 to 1905) whose Balfour Declaration established a national home in Palestine for the Jewish people. ALS, one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.25, Chief Secretary’s Office letterhead, December 26, 1890. Balfour writes to Sir Henry E. Calcraft. In part: “I have received your letter on behalf of Mr. Fetherstonhaugh Frampton’s second son who seeks an appointment in connection with the Irish Land Purchase &c scheme. I do not expect that when the time comes it will be found necessary to make many, if indeed any, appointment from outside the ranks of persons already serving….” R&R COA.
