B. H. C.
Theodoro Paleologus (Vol. viii., p. 408.).—The inscription referred to was printed in Archæologia, vol. xviii., and with some account of the Paleologi to which a Querist was referred in "N. & Q.," Vol. v., p. 280. (see also pp. 173. 357.). It is astonishing how much will be found in that "Californian mine," if the most excellent indices of the several volumes are only consulted. Your correspondent could in the present case have pointed out the errors of the inscription already in print had the indices to "N. & Q." attracted him.
J.
Worm in Books (Vol. viii., p. 412).—In reply to Alethes I beg to acquaint him that I have tried various means for destroying the worm in old books and MSS., and the most effectual has been the chips of Russia leather; indeed, in but one instance have I known them fail.
Newburiensis.
The Porter Family (Vol. viii., p. 364.).—1. The reason of the word Agincourt being placed above the inscription in Bristol Cathedral is, that the Porter family were descendants of Sir William Porter who fought at Agincourt.
2. Charles Lempriere Porter was the son of Dr. Porter.
3. This family was descended from Endymion Porter of classic and loyal memory.[[3]]
J. R. W.
Bristol.