Thursday, March 19, 1914

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Correspondence (1 of 1)

Letter #48Afternoon
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We have had the exciting part of the debate, which ended in the exit of Carson... I had the best part of an hour with the Sovereign at Buck' Palace this morning. He is as you may imagine in rather a gloomy mood...

Asquith describes a dramatic debate concluding with Carson's exit for Belfast and rude behavior toward Winston Churchill. He details a morning audience with a gloomy King George V, who proposed an unworkable plebiscite scheme for Ireland. Asquith also mentions his voice is in poor condition and expresses affection for Venetia regarding their meeting the previous night.

Mentioned:Edward Carson • Winston Churchill • Violet Asquith • King George V

Metric Analysis

Romantic Adoration5/10
Political Unburdening7/10
Emotional Desolation2/10

Thematic Tags

House of Commons DebateCarson's exit to BelfastAudience with King George VIrish VolunteersKing's Plebiscite SchemeAsquith's health (voice)
In-Person Meeting
H.H. Asquith
Londonⓘ
HIS DAYAttended debate in the House of Commons. Meeting with the Sovereign (King George V) at Buckingham Palace. Calling for Venetia after lunch. Received a deputation from the National Service League.
Venetia Stanley
London/Selbridgeⓘ
HER DAYProceedings at Selbridge (attended/held)

Official Register

1914-03-19

Top News

Daily Edition

A Vote of Censure is moved by Mr. Bonar Law regarding the Government's refusal to formulate Home Rule suggestions. The King and Queen visit the National Institute for the Blind. Orders are issued for military movements in Ireland to protect stores.

Cabinet Council

MEETING
>>Ref: War CouncilTopics: Ulster, Military action against Ulster Protestants if necessary

Parliament

IN SESSION

>>Topics: Betting Inducements Bill Hl, Officers Training Corps, Territorial Forces Amendment Bill Hl