Transcription of title page of an edition of Euripides (heidelberg 1597), with parallel translation into Latin. Describes an 'indecent' image of a naked woman in a medallion.
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.)
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.
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.)