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Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Uncle Lloyd's ill-health. Has been offered £5,000 for ten articles of 3,000 words each and book rights, a minimum of £5,000 - 'If I have to go out to protest against nerveless conduct of war by Government I should accept this offer'.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Things are steadily improving in the office. The worst problems have been solved - '... ready now for anything Germans can do or we can do to Germans'.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. The success of his Conway speech which has pleased even Asquith's friends. Asquith, too, approves, and the Ministry of Munitions is spared further criticism. Uncle Lloyd's improved health.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. The situation in Ireland is becoming 'hotter & hotter'. The Unionist members of the Cabinet are in revolt except Bonar Law, Balfour and F.E. Smith. Carson remains firm.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. The settlement is most satisfactory - 'substantially what I proposed. It means compulsion in a month'. Is attempting to clear up the arrears which have accumulated. May come down on Saturday if possible but has to return on Monday. Is relieved that Uncle Lloyd's health has improved; considers his englynion 'scathingly brilliant'.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. The outcome of the present heavy fighting is uncertain in spite of encouraging reports. Gathers that Haig is satisfied.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. The great attack began at 7.45 this morning and is thus far in favour of the British. Anticipates heavy fighting over the following two days. The sensation caused by Olwen's engagement - 'I have always heartily approved of her choice. She will be much happier than if she married a snob with inherited cash. She can begin with the small things & help him along. I have a great belief in his future'. Is making progress on Ireland.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. The following day's papers will carry an announcement of his appointment as Secretary of State for War. That day's Cabinet accepted his proposals for Ireland; Long, Lansdowne and Cecil are to remain! There is to be an announcement on Monday.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. The ammunition is doing well in the continuing fighting. An announcement is to be made in a few days about his appointment as Secretary of State for War. The following day's Cabinet meeting is to discuss Ireland.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Redmond called that day and Devlin has visited twice. 'So the Irish who have been cool ever since my attack on whiskey [sic] are getting more friendly'.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. 'No news yet from Ireland but I am hopeful although I feel certain there will be a stiff fight with the bishops & priests'.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Maggie has given him a pleasant account of the family at Criccieth. Has not yet agreed the terms of his going to the War Office - 'I am not going there on "gwas bach" terms. I must be "hwsmon"'. Hopes to reach a settlement on this the following day.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Kitchener's funeral - 'not as impresive as it might have been'. Has written a letter of sympathy to poor G.P. Reflects on the manifold tragedies of the war.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Is very busy with Ireland and Munitions and is making good progress with both. There has been some trouble in the Cabinet over Ireland. Carson 'fel y graig'. A nationalist meeting in Ulster will decide the outcome.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Is to receive the seals of his new office the following day. Is clearing up at the Ministry of Munitions that day.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Is to have a conference the following day with the French Premier and Joffre. 'Things not going well in the war. They want pulling together'. Ireland remains in the balance, but he is optimistic.

Written at Whitehall Place, S.W. Is spending his time on Ireland and Armageddon. Saw Douglas Haig and T. P. O'Connor that afternoon. 'I have no notion what will happen with the War Office. I could get it if I wanted it but I am very doubtful for many reasons'.