Wharton, who had at first spoken powerfully for the amendments, left town for Newmarket.

On the other hand, some Lords who had not yet taken their part came down to give a healing vote.

Among them were the two persons to whom the education of the young heir apparent had been entrusted, Marlborough and Burnet.

Marlborough showed his usual prudence.

He had remained neutral while by taking a part he must have offended either the House of Commons or the King.