Tonight he shall escape with it.

We shall give him a chance, and have the men ready to follow in case they are required.
23 August.--"The expected always happens." How well Disraeli knew life.

Our bird when he found the cage open would not fly, so all our subtle arrangements were for nought.

At any rate, we have proved one thing, that the spells of quietness last a reasonable time.

We shall in future be able to ease his bonds for a few hours each day.