12/26 On another evening the party was composed of Lady Pennon, Lord Larrian, Miss Paynham, a clever Mrs.Wollasley, Mr.Henry Wilmers, and again Mr.Percy Dacier. 'They are invited each for specific reasons. It pleases Lord Dannisburgh to hear that a way has been found to enliven his nephew; and my little dinners are effective, I think. Yesterday evening he capped flying jests with Mr.Sullivan Smith. |