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Written at House of Commons. His speech has been highly praised in the press. Goes to Treherbert that night to open an intermediate school. Will be at Rhayader the next day.

Written at House of Commons. His role as deputy leader of the Commons went 'uncommonly well'. Relates a story told him by Augustine Birrell.

Written at House of Commons. His Port of London Bill was a great success. Has finally agreed terms with the directors of the last dock. Is very pleased that the matter has been settled before he leaves the Board of Trade. Campbell-Bannerman's condition has deteriorated. Has received today a nice letter from Lord Rendel who wishes him to assume the leadership of the Licensing fight in the country.

Written at House of Commons. His performance. The Board of Trade estimates went very well; encloses a cutting from the Westminster Gazette (no. 1912).

Written at House of Commons. His Patents Bill - 'I can see now it is going to be just as great a success as my Merchant Shipping Bill'. Would like to discover an equally effective way of dealing with the problem of the port of London: 'That is what I am definitely pledged to for next year'. Is going to Lewes with Dick the following day.

Written at House of Commons. His parliamentary work has been heavy that week. The story about Uncle Lloyd in the Daily Mail.

Written at House of Commons. His negotiations with the doctors; wishes to see the experiment of a medical service tried. Had breakfast the previous day with Venezelos, the Greek Prince; hailed D. Lloyd George as 'the champion of the new democracy'.

Written at House of Commons. His 'most healthful repose' at Brighton - 'Feel fit for the 6 weeks job in front of me'. Has asked Asquith to take charge of the Licensing Bill in the House in order to free him to prepare for the rest of the Bill and for the Development Bill 'which I am very keen on'.

Written at House of Commons. His financial statement was well received. Churchill is unhappy about the disposal of the money, 'but he stands quite alone in this wish'.

Written at House of Commons. His examination is at an end. The atmosphere that day was 'totally different'. 'Today I was the accuser. It is over now & utterly smashed & pulverised'. Is still receiving widespread congratulations. Is to dine with Robertson Nicol that evening.

Written at House of Commons. His doctors' statement went off very well. The doctors are now expected to come in to the insurance scheme.

Written at House of Commons. His discussion with MacNaughton about Mary. The doctors consider her condition 'serious but by no means hopeless. Everything will depend on the next few days'. Feels cheered by this talk. It is felt that Maggie would be of greater use at Criccieth later on when Mary's symptoms have developed fully.

Written at House of Commons. His decision concerning the directorship. 'Massingham came to me today & begged me to form a fourth party. He said, "You are the man". My present inclination is to try to force Alfred through. Ellis will strenuously oppose. Advise. Squash J.T.J.'.

Written at House of Commons. His contribution to the debate on the Tithe Bill - '... the longest speech yet delivered in Committee & they all tell me the best. ... There is no doubt whatever that [S.T.] Evans & I have taken a decided step forward in the estimation of the House'. As a result of their efforts an important new provision has been inserted in the Bill. The Bill is to pass its third reading the following day.

Written at House of Commons. His cold. Poor Baldwyn Lloyd. 'Sound & fury' characterize the Commons at the moment. The Genedl libel case - 'what a mess, but we ought to get out of this with a small payment into Court'.

Written at House of Commons. His attacks on the government the previous night. Leaves the following day to assist in the county council election campaigns in Brecon, Radnor and Montgomery: 'Most important from Welsh & personal point of view'. The government whips had to ensure that the Conservative MPs had to speak in the House for almost two hours to avoid a government defeat that day.

Written at House of Commons. His attack on the Sugar Convention last night was a triumph. There is delight in the Liberal ranks. Will send his expenses to William George.