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W1/866
Title
Charles Grey to Samuel Whitbread II. Transcript at W1/2404.
Date free text
16 October [1797]
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From: 1797 To: 1797
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Agrees about the presents for Howden & Docker. Has written to his father & said he ought to see Col. Watley. Read [Charles James] Fox's speech; has a letter from him doubting the original propriety of seceding, but agreeing to adhere to it, should renew proposition of reform. Thinks Pitt will not be able to abstain from grinding taxation. Tierny advises plain speaking to get support. General position of the party & its tactics. Admiral Duncan's victory will elate the ministers - cannot hope it will forward peace. Little Nan is a fine child. Hopes to keep her at Harwich till after smallpox. Mary sends love.
W1/2404
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