he was for many years a clerk in the treasury, and acted as private secretary to at least one chancellor of the exchequer. he became a senior clerk in the treasury in 1854, and a commissioner of inland revenue in 1856; he was also assistant gentleman usher of the privy chamber to her majesty. he died 27 october 1872, his will was probated 6 november, and was valued at less than £15,000. the title passed to his only son maurice (1849-1896).