The Henson Journals

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Thursday, May 31st, 1923.

When one in his (Bishop Cosin's) presence was pleased with some propositions, wherein the Pope condescended somewhat to the Protestants, he most discreetly returned (in my hearing), 'We thank him not at all for that which God hath always allowed us in his word', adding withal, 'He would allow it us so long as it stood with his policy, & take it away so soon as it stood with his power'."

Fuller, 'Worthies of England' pubd 1662

Clayton and I motored to Stockton, where we lunched with the Mayor, who entertained the principal performers before the Function of Unveiling & Dedicating the War–memorial. After lunch we processed though densely crowded streets to the Parish church, by which, on a corner of the churchyard, the memorial was erected. A platform had been erected for the ceremonial. The spectacle of the crowd was most impressive. Lord Durham unveiled, and I dedicated the memorial: we both made short speeches. After tea in the Town Hall, we returned to Auckland. Later we went to Cornforth where I confirmed 150 persons.

D. Lowther Clarke, late Abp. of Melbourne arrived, & Caröe. Also Lady Renshaw & Madge.

The weather continues damp, cold, and clouded. I begin to fear for next Sunday's parade.

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