[30] "I need not tell you how much I desire the nation may be at last eased of a burdensome war, by an honourable peace; and no one can judge better than yourself of the sincerity of my wishes to enjoy a little retirement at a place you have contributed in a great measure to make so desirable. I thank you for your good wishes to myself on this occasion. I dare say, Prince Eugene and I shall never differ about our laurels."—Marlborough to Mr Travers, July 30, 1708.
[31] Coxe, IV. 216-219.
[32] Marlborough to Godolphin, August 30, 1708.—Coxe, IV. 222.
[33] Desp. IV. 241-260.
[34] Desp. IV. 260-271. Marlborough to Godolphin, September 24, 1708.—Coxe, IV. 243.
[35] Marlborough to Godolphin, October 1, 1708.—Coxe, IV. 254.
[36] Desp. IV. 271, Marlborough to Godolphin, October 24, 1708.—Coxe, IV. 263, 264.
[37] "You will find me, my Prince, always ready to renew the patent for the government of the Low Countries, formerly sent to you, and to extend it for your life."—King Charles to Marlborough, August 8, 1708. Coxe, IV. 245.
[38] Any collection of houses, or even a single farm-house, is termed a town in Cornwall.
[39] In Cornwall, any number beyond two is termed a pair.