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Letter from Brian Houghton Hodgson to Archibald Campbell to return the second batch of [Papers]. He writes about Gridlestone and of difficulties in Nepal and that it is impossible to increase trade without acquaintance of the facts. Handwritten, one piece, 2 sides with a small rectangle cut from the paper, dated 30 May 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he concurs with Hodgson's view of Gridlestone. He writes his opinion on possible conflict in Nepal and that he had sent for Princeps' Transactions from London before writing about the Treaty of 1815. Handwritten, 1 piece, 4 sides, dated 30 May 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he reassures Hodgson that he would not do anything to upset Hodgson's relationship with Gridlestone or his people. He wonders if Sir L. Mallet is offered an office, whether he will take it. He wonders whether there is any use visiting Mallet as Mallet knows that he and Hodgson are of the same mind and that Hodgson has already spoken to him. It seems if Gridlestone had been of the same opinion as Haughton then Campbell would have been very hopeful but as Gridlestone is of the mind to leave things alone till Young dies, he has not much hope. Campbell then writs about a court-martial. Handwritten, 1 piece, 4 sides, with accompanying envelope bearing Hodgson's annotations. Dated 31 May, 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he suggests Dr Weight will be very useful to Mallet if obstruction comes from those living in Nepal postulating that Hodgson's and Campbell's is an old story. Handwritten, 1 piece, 1 side, with accompanying envelope bearing Hodgson's annotations. Dated 3 June 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes that the Duke had sent his last letter to Sir J [Kaye] which had then been sent on to Melville. Melville wrote to say that if Campbell gave him a day he would lay out all the Treaties with Nepal for him to view. Campbell named the previous Friday but Melville asked for more time. However Campbell had arranged to see Mallet so still went. Campbell called in first at the Pol office, discovered that Young seemed intent on fighting in Tibet. Mallet was surprised that 'G' had left England and that he wished to hear Haughton. Campbell also had expressed desire to hear Haughton as Haughton had succeeded him as Supreme Authority in Darjeeling. However Mallet did not allude to bringing them together. Mallet had then expressed views on Hodgson's time with him, on Sikkim and about Tibet. Campbell went on to Melville, who was out, but a clerk showed him all our Treaties and agreements with Nepal. Campbell will go back to see Melville himself on the following Wednesday. Handwritten, 2 pieces, 8 sides, with accompanying envelope annotated by Hodgson. dated 8 June 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes that he had been to the Pol Office and seen all he wanted though not Mr Melville. It was all satisfactory in that Campbell had not advanced anything that could not be substantiated. Campbell then quotes from the various Treaties. Campbell had called on Sir L Mallet with the results of his search and told him of the existence of Weight's pamphlet. Handwritten, 1 piece, 4 sides with accompanying envelope annotated by Hodgson. Dated 12 June 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes that he cannot yet confirm his visit with Hodgson due to the ill health of his sister in Scotland. He hopes he will free from 20th July if that would suit and he will bring one of the girls, Julie, with him. Campbell expresses some frustration with the India Office. Handwritten, 1 piece, 4 sides, with accompanying envelope bearing Hodgson's annotations. Dated 14 June 1873.

Copy of Archibald Campbell's letter to the British Trade Journal, entitled "Trade between India and Adjoining Countries" with added note to Hodgson from Campbell about subsequently referring the editor to Hodgson's Paper on Trade of Nepal found in The Phoenix. Printed material with handwritten note, 1 piece, 1 side, with accompanying envelope bearing Hodgson's annotations. Dated 1 July 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes that he has told Mallet about Weight's pamphlet and his impression that Gridlestone knew nothing about it. He writes more on his opinion of the situation and then switches to say he cannot remember who told him about Smith's trial and that Mrs Hooker has asked him to take charge of bringing Harriet to the Hodgson's which may delay their arrival. Handwritten, 2 pieces, 3 sides with accompanying envelope annotated by Hodgson. Dated 16 July 1873.

Letter from Archibald Campbell to Brian Houghton Hodgson in which he writes he is still not well, losing flesh but glad that all matters of prospective interest to them at Alderney had come off satisfactorily. He has nothing to say about Tibet or Nepal since seeing Hodgson but he has written to George Campbell with a view of keeping him up to date with his concerns re the Darjeeling Railway into Tibet and expresses his opinion on the matter. Handwritten, 1 piece, 4 side with accompanying envelope bearing Hodgson's annotations. Dated 25 August 1873.