Further, it was declared that the proceedings of Mr.Fitzpatrick, though professedly in the interests of the public, were, in truth, due to motives of private resentment and malice.

According to Davies, in his "Life of Garrick," there would seem to be much reason for this charge.

Mr.Fitzpatrick was a gentleman of moderate fortune, constantly attending the theatres, frequenting the coffee-houses about Covent Garden, and dabbling in dramatic criticism.

He had been introduced to Garrick, had been received with much favour by the great actor, and placed on the free list of Drury Lane.

His success somewhat turned his brain.