Thursday, August 9 1764

…I dined on the remains of yesterday’s dinner with the addition of some French beans. At home all day and very little to do. My servant continues very ill.

In the evening Sam Jenner sat with me some time. A very showery day. In the evening read part of one of the volumes of the Tatler. Paid Mr Richard Bristed in cash and goods £4 in full for 48 fleeces of sheep’s wool received of him today, weighing 3 tod 24 lbs at 8d. He breakfasted with me.