[490d] In the Examiner for Jan. 5 to 9, 1712[–13], there is an account of the game of Similitudes. One person thinks of a subject, and the others, not knowing what it is, name similitudes, and when the subject is proclaimed, must make good the comparisons. On the occasion described, the subject chosen was Faction. The prize was given to a Dutchman, who argued that Faction was like butter, because too much fire spoiled its consistency.
[490e] Earl Poulett (see p. [190]).
[491a] “Say” (MS.).
[491b] Dr. Pratt.
[492a] This sentence is partially obliterated.
[493a] Cf. the account of Beatrix’s feelings on the death of the Duke in Esmond, book iii. chaps. 6 and 7.