I said to him, “Lord John, I will go down on my knees to you, to entreat you not to press that request.” But he persevered; and this although he was both a loyal colleague and a sincere friend to the budget and to the French treaty.
Morley recounts a personal plea to a colleague regarding a budget request, illustrating the complexities of political loyalty.
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With a few exceptions, a political speech like the manna in the wilderness loses its savour on the second day.
I would use my best endeavours to make these States independent in matters of administration.
To stint Ireland in power which might be necessary or desirable for the management of matters purely Irish, would be a great error; and if she was so stinted, the end that any such measure might contemplate could not be attained.
Do not weary or fret or nag him with your superior wisdom.
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