There were Lord Albemarle, Lord Alvanley, Lord Russell, Lord Mahon,--a violent Tory, but a very agreeable companion, and a very good scholar.

There was Cradock, a fine fellow who was the Duke of Wellington's aide-de-camp in 1815, and some other people whose names I did not catch.

What however is more to the purpose, there was a most excellent dinner.

I have always heard that Holland House is famous for its good cheer, and certainly the reputation is not unmerited.

After dinner Lord Holland was wheeled in, and placed very near me.