§ His Majesty's Answer to the Address of Thursday, January 23, reported by the Earl of Shaftesbury as follows:
§ "I have received with true satisfaction the loyal and affectionate Address which the House of Lords has presented to Me on the grievous loss which I have sustained, and upon My Accession to the Throne. I thank you for the expression of your loyal attachment to My person. You may be assured that the first object of My life will be to maintain the liberties of My people and to promote the welfare of all classes of My subjects. I pray that by the blessing of Almighty God I may justify your trust throughout My Reign.
§ (Signed) EDWARD R.I."