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An offprint of Bentley B. Gilbert, 'David Lloyd George: land, the budget and social reform', American historical review, vol. 81, no. 5 (Dec. 1976), 1058-66.

'Another difficulty is I am pledged to support Alfred - so I can't allow myself to be put up in opposition to him. The alternative is Brynmor. What say you [?]'. Fragment.

Anticipates that Caernarfon will work out well. The previous day's happenings at Pwllheli Police Court. Is going to Cymanfa Dirwestol Four Crosses at 4 - 'Plenty of water in the atmosphere to satisfy the most rabid T.T.'.

Anticipates the Garthcelyn Budget which he hopes awaits him at Llandrindod the next day. The Barmouth case. The National Council - 'The Welsh members are foaming with rage'. That day's meeting with Asquith and the heated proceedings. Is harsh in his verdict on his fellow Welsh MPs.

Appreciates Richard Lloyd's letters. Had a chat with Harcourt who wished him to take in hand the resolution of the Government on the Voluntary Schools; he is happy to do so. Harcourt has agreed to help on the Penrhyn debate. Legal matters.

Appreciates Richard Lloyd's letters. The gossip about Lehmann is untrue. Merriman says that D. Lloyd George is 'the only chap who is not afraid of Joe'.

Are at Brighton during Olwen's half-term holiday. Report of Auntie Polly's health. Supper at Olwen's school. Engagements at London prevent her from coming down that weekend, especially the opening of the Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington. Includes a note from Olwen Lloyd-George.

Are eagerly anticipating Phil's arrival that night. Family news. D. Lloyd George is 'A1 & well prepared for meetings'. Looks forward to meeting recipient on her return.

Are going to Brighton. D. Lloyd George was 'in great form' at the meeting the previous night. Hopes that Dick is planting trees at Brynawelon.

Are going to buy a gift for William George. Understands that William George is already making himself heard on the County Council - 'Mae arnaf ofn eich bod yn wir frawd i'r dyn bach sydd yma'. Gwilym is looking forward to going to Criccieth on Monday. The visitors being received. Anticipates William George's arrival the following week. Also includes a note from D. Lloyd George.

Are going to spend Sunday with the Isaacs. Laziness prevented him from going to the zoo that morning. The hot and sultry weather. 'You know we have engaged Miss Sevenson for Megan. I liked her when I saw her. She has a kind face. She is half French & can play. You will like her'.

Are returning to Folkestone by way of Battle Abbey. Considers it 'a jolly good thing to give those blackguards a bleeding nose & a black eye. It will be a warning to others. Every public man is persecuted in the same way. They tormented poor old C.B. right up to his grave'.

Are staying at Billesley Hall, Alcester. Describes the journey there. Are going to Stratford-on-Avon that day. The recent number of the Review of Reviews. Describes their recent activities, including a Welsh meeting at Castle Street relating to the Baptist Congress; the speech of D. Lloyd George and Charles Davies. The drive to the House. Also includes a note from D. Lloyd George also referring to the Castle Steet meeting. Is going to Shrewsbury on Monday for the General Committee of the Welsh campaign. The county committees of Merioneth and Montgomeryshire are on the point of resigning. Are anxious for the present session to come to an end so that no fresh legislation can be introduced. Anticipates 'a real row' which will continue for over a year. Is glad that Richard Lloyd liked Exeter Hall.

Are staying at Llandrindod Wells. W. O. Jones has praised D. Lloyd George's work that session. Discusses a legal case and wishes D. Lloyd George every success on Thursday. Family news.

Are staying at the Keswick Hotel. The scenery and the weather. Discusses investing in Patagonia and the raising of capital. Would like D. Lloyd George to cross-examine Alfred Williams concerning his experience and health if he calls. Have decided to stay at the Park Temperance Hotel, Keswick.

Are staying in Haslemere over the weekend. D. Lloyd George has not yet returned from a visit to a boys' hospital. Nancy's condition. Family news. The weather.