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Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has returned. Asquith is away. The economists in the Cabinet are for Churchill's blood. 'I am not out for blood - but for an honourable peace'.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has received three deputations. A letter from the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland describes his Insurance Bill as 'the greatest scheme of medical service in history'.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has received lengthy deputations from Colonies House and the excise officers. 'Am instigating a move to dish Tories over Ulster'. Had breakfast with Churchill and Ernest Cassel to hear very important news from the most important persons in Berlin. 'Peace & goodwill are within reach - but Grey won't reach I fear. He is timid & slow - both fatal defects in this matter'.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has received deputations from Ireland and elsewhere. E.R. is here about Pwllheli - 'He is still very cut up about his little girl'.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has received a deputation of Cornish farmers. Enjoyed great success the previous night. Uncle Lloyd's health.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has reached Brighton where he found a note from Balfour asking to see him that evening. Includes a note from Margaret Lloyd George.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has reached an agreement with the liquor trade on the basis of prohibiting all liquor under three years old: 'That is quite useful as it puts out of the market all the cheap fiery whisky'. There is a meeting that night.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has reached agreement with the Irish and secured Cabinet approval for his proposals. Asquith will present the plan to the other side on Monday. Has presented to his party a scheme of action revolving around the Budget designed to thwart the Conservatives. It forms part of his general policy for 'improving the conditions of life for the people'.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has played a half round of golf with Masterman at Walton Heath. Has asked Maggie to send on that day's Daily Express. Birrell's reference to 'Lloyd George Bill' at Manchester.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has not yet had time to scan the Insurance Book. The previous day resulted in confusion - 'We are throwing away a great opportunity through sheer pedantry. We must now scramble out of the pit into which we have stumbled best way we can'. Megan.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has not written for two days because he has spent much time with Lord Rendel who was also staying at his Brighton House. Is awaiting a private deputation on motor cars headed by Prince Francis of Teck. Is not going to the Guildhall.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has made good progress, but the doctor wishes him to take another three weeks to harden the vocal chords. 'My voice now is clear as a bell'. Is permitted to smoke! - a pipe.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has been very busy all day. The second reading of the insurance scheme is to take place on the 22nd and 23rd.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has been playing golf at Walton Heath, but is now back working on the Budget. Had breakfast with C. P. Scott who is 'quite satisfied with things'.

Written at Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W. Has been playing golf at Walton Heath with Llewelyn Williams, Donald and Riddell. It was very cold with some snow. Has received a cheerful letter from Dick.