He said he was a poor man, but that he had as much as he wanted, and, as far as he was personally concerned, had no desire for office.

At the same time he thought that, after the Reform Bill had passed, it would be absolutely necessary that the Government should be strengthened; that he was of opinion that he could do it good service; that he approved of its general principles, and should not be unwilling to join it.

Lord Lansdowne said that they all,--and he particularly mentioned Lord Grey,--felt of what importance to them his help was, and that he now perfectly understood his views.
"February 13, 1832 .-- It has been much reported, and has even appeared in the newspapers, that the Ministers were doing what they could to get Mr.
Robert Grant out of the way to make room for Tom.

Last Sunday week it was stated in the John Bull that Madras had been offered to the Judge Advocate for this purpose, but that he had refused it.

Two or three nights since, Tom, in endeavouring to get to a high bench in the House, stumbled over Mr.Robert Grant's legs, as he was stretched out half asleep.