Scullery maid up for promotion to chamber maid at Liz's behest.

Hoping the waist was not a waste.

That's "Mistress Gosnell". "Mrs" Does not imply she is married.

I hope! It's been almost finished for ages.

They sure knew their Latin and Greek, though.

Huh! And I thought it was the Jewish house of worship. Guess not.

I've always wondered if titles like Lord this and Sir that convey any actual authority. Or were they simply rewards for past services or perhaps distinguished ancestry? In this case the two Sir Williams seem to be subordinate to Samuel.

Time to borrow some mortgage money and buy a house of your own. That would be my suggestion.

"When (and if) it was found".

I think he's spending the Royal Navy's money. It's their building he lives in.

A tasty dish!

As Greater London gradually swallowed up the shire of Middlesex, did they put up signs: "You are now leaving/entering"? I wonder, how was one to know?

Sam's wife will not be pleased if he hangs that in his den.

That's an amazing show of confidence in Elizabeth's ability. First I've seen it!