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Written with a phonetic system copied from a French English language textbook. Gifford would like PE's article now.

Still too busy to visit, and when the job is done he will go with brother Henry (who really needs a holiday) to stay in Henley. Courtenay (Thomas Peregrine, OW), has gone to Totnes to secure his parliamentary seat.

Just returned from Tunbridge Wells, leaving behind those he would rather be with. Has a great secret, which seems to be on the point of coming out - but PE is against this. Has received a promotion, and went to T Wells to provide lodgings for his mother (which she did not occupy). Stayed at Mr D's. A very wordy account of his relations with the daughter of the household - his brother Henry came to stay and was involved. How are his attentions to and friendship with the girl to be interpreted? Is he being honourable? Appears to decide on making a proposal - but by letter or in person? (NB He died unmarried.)

Called with Courtenay on Sunday, but PE was out. Courtenay has proposed a tour, but work pressures hold Bedford back. Hopes to read OT with PE.

Has forwarded a Euripides to PE. Irish political gossip. Grice as a plural of grouse.

An article by PE for the Quarterly Review will appear in the issue after next. The member for Montgomeryshire (Charles Williams-Wynn) has sent Bedford some grouse.

Sardonic account of Herries (John Charles) going to Ireland as Chief Commissioner.

Asks if PE will be present at the Westminster meeting on Saturday. Wynn will be dining with Bedford. (NB Watkin Williams-Wynn used to present a guinea to each Welsh boy at Westminster on St David's day - a Friday in 1811.)

Off to Keswick (Southey's home) for his own good (health?). May return, bringing Southey, via Llagedwin (home of CWW Wynn).

Herries has suggested asking for PE's help in devising a Latin inscription for a sword to be presented to the commander of the frigate Lavinia. Some humorous suggestions are appended - e.g. He forced his way though French and Dutch - but yet/ Begg'd he might not appear in the Gazette.