"... but with the proviso that he would able to take on private work which did not interfere with his duties." This seems to be missing a word. Done
Retirement and death
"By mid-April 1874" - add a comma Done
@Zawed: This is a very well-written article which really draws in the reader. I found only nitpicky items to mention. Let me know when you want me to return to the review so that I can pass it. --Rosiestep (talk) 02:15, 3 May 2014 (UTC)[reply]
@Rosiestep: Firstly, thank you for taking the time to review this article, it is greatly appreciated. I have fixed the three issues that you have identified above so hopefully it is now satisfactory. Thanks again. Zawed (talk) 07:50, 3 May 2014 (UTC)[reply]