| Content Description | Mr Auditor has ordered Mr Terrey to pay £200 on Harley's account for Mr Guilliam, the goldsmith, for the present for Lord Cowper; Mr Auditor wanted Harley to be informed of this before it was paid, and of the part the Duke of Newcastle has played in this matter; has heard that the goldsmith had received £400 from the duke, and that he had often unsuccessfully attended the duke for more money; notes that Mr Waller has not been able to find out any more; advises Harley to pay the £200, as with the £200 he has already paid, his share will be the same as the duke's; will await his commands.
Refers to the forthcoming case with the duchess, which he thinks she will lose; stresses the need, however, for all possible preparation; has heard from Walter and thinks his 'hint' important; wanted to meet Mr Haines at Wimpole on Thursday, but Mr Dixon thinks he ahould stay and look after affairs there with Mr Auditor following the latest attack from the duchess. |