| Collection | Victorian Papers, Main Series |
| Description | Anson tells Prince Albert that Lord Beauvale's view of the enormity of Lord Palmerston's proceedings in Greece is very strong. He thinks it a misfortune that Russell does not keep a tight check on every despatch that leaves the Foreign Office. Beauvale says Palmerston is always open to modify his despatches so far as expressions go without altering his policy, which he will obstinately adhere to. The pen a fatal instrument in his hand. Anson tells the Prince that he had a long conversation with Beauvale about Melbourne's affairs. He knew about the loan, which will be a great accommodation to Melbourne because, as he is only tenant for life of the estate, he has a great difficulty in borrowing money. Beauvale explained Melbourne's portion and that his income was £18,000 a year, with no debt on the property. The only charges on it, settlements for life on Beauvale and Mr Lamb. Beauvale wants Melbourne to give the matter up. He is quite unfit to attend to his own affairs. He broods over imaginary difficulties, and is moreover imprudent in regard to his health. Anson tells Prince Albert that Lord Beauvale does not expect Prince Metternich to yield on anything; nor does he think he will, as long as he lives, let loose his grasp of power. No one in Austria with sufficient courage and authority to force him to give way. |