1855 167. NICHOLLS, Sir George. A History of the Irish Poor Law, in connexion with the condition of the people. London: John Murray. 1856. 424p. Contemporary full calf, brown and black labels. A fine copy. George Nicholls, friend of Chadwick, Poor Law Commissioner in England, first Secretary to the Poor Law Board. He had been a strong advocate of the "Workhouse test" and was completely opposed to out-door relief to the able bodied.