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67 Sept 28th
Did not go out on walk today as my chair has not been returned – Those who did go out enjoyed themselves as they went for a row on the lake, there were several naval actions –
7 officers tried to escape last night but, unfortunately the Germans were informed & consequently were waiting for them – They are now in cells – as a result another search for tools &c took place today –
Speech made by Asquith published today it is a darn fine one, in which he cleared stated our terms, if our people act up to his speech we will eventually benefit by this war – The speech by the Imp. Chancellor was not published –
In the leading article in todays paper, the German people are now complaining about the secret way in which the Reichstag transacts Germany's affairs – They demand that the speech of the I.C. be published & they also want to know the actual state of affairs as regards the prolongation of this war – There is at last signs of interal trouble in Germany – this is a good sign –
Lecture tonight by Gracie on the '45 rebellion
Sept 29th
Capt Fitzroy left for England at 4 am – He is being exchanged for the son of Von Tirpitz – He has been a pris for 3 years, so we are all glad to see him go as he will certainly open the eyes of our Govt as regards the condition