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 up some very absurd resolutions—that no establishment could expect the blessing of Providence that received contributions earned in this unchristian manner; that if the orphans (a remarkably naughty set of spoiled girls) knew such subscriptions were received, it would hurt their feelings and their principles; and they ended by refusing 640 rupees—a great help to the school, and which these poor men have earned in the most respectable manner. We saw all this in the paper, but did not , believe it until it was confirmed, and now George is vexed about it, and half the military people are threatening to withdraw their sub- scriptions.

We had a great dinner to-day, but I have not begun to dine down yet.

Wednesday. The Asylum question rages, and, as says, it is lucky we can all make so much ex- citement out of it. We got back the committee paper to-day, and George drew up an excellent protest, which Fanny and I have signed, and transmitted to the other ladies.

We had our French play in the evening—two