[ Autograph ] Francis Burdett 1770-1844 English political reformer who opposed war with France, urged prison reform and championed free speech. he was later imprisoned in the Tower of London for " treasonous" activity. A.L.S. 1p. 7in x 5in, Piccadilly, n.d., to Mr. Hardy urging that he meet a man named Duffin, and complaining of his gout. Tipped to another sheet, one corner removed not affecting text,minor soil.