Note 65 — Chapter IX
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Lord Malmesbury, speaking of an imprudent step which the Prince of W—— was almost committing, says—“Lord Pelham heard of it, and, meeting the Prince at a house where he was going to dine, strongly urged him to reflect on what he was going to do. The Prince listened to his advice.” Lord Malmesbury then adds: “Luckily this passed before dinner.”