Note 143 — INTRODUCTORY REMARKS.
Reading edition
Of this sum, which is so much greater than the usual monthly disbursements, 1743l. 8s. were for the expences of an embassy to the Emperor; 1340l. 7s. 6d. for the King's losses at play; 100l. paid into his own hands; 200l. advanced to one of his Majesty's servants for Henry's use, and 100l. for the wages of the crews of two of his ships.