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 Bodmin was come; soon after he came to me, but was in great haste. He told me very little of his business; he was resolved to see the Prince to-night. Monsieur Straatman and Monsieur Campricht were with me: they told me that the Emperor was very willing to take measures with the King. I writ to Mr. Godolphin.

20th. My Lord Bodmine was with me; he told me that he had delivered the project to the Prince, and read part of his instructions. Mr. Rookwood was with me; he asked me if we were desirous to enter into a stricter Alliance with this state, and if I thought the Prince had a mind to it. I told him there was no doubt to be made of it. Saith he, I believe Mr. Freeman might contribute a good deal towards it, as he will tell you, if you send to speak with him.

21st. My Lord Bodmine was with me, and I gave him a whole detail of our proceeding, which, I think, he minded very little: he gave me his instructions, and fancies he did well not to show them to the Prince. An officer was with me that is newly come out of Italy; he tells me that there are great fears of the French in Italy, but no preparations against them.