| Description | Correspondence and typescript transcripts of correspondence, arranged chronologically, between Joseph Chamberlain [as Sec of State for the Colonies, 1895-1903] and Arthur James Balfour [1st Earl of Balfour: First Lord of the Treasury, 1895-1902; Prime Minister, 1902-19] relating to domestic political matters including the Education Bill, and Cabinet appointments; South Africa [demands of Boer Generals, Cape Parliament, proposed Royal Commission into Cape martial law sentences, and Chamberlain's planned visit to region]; foreign affairs [American military action in the Philippines]; and Colonial Office appointments |