CHAPTER IV.
THE EXAMINER OF PLAYS.
The Lord Chamberlain holds office only so long as the political party to which he is attached remains in power.

He comes in and goes out with the ministry.

Any peculiar fitness for the appointment is not required of him; it is simply a reward for his political services.

Of course different Chamberlains have entertained different opinions of the duties to be performed in regard to the theatres; and, in such wise, much embarrassment has arisen.

The Chamberlain's office is supported by a grant from the Civil List, which is settled upon the accession of the sovereign.