Memoirs Of Joseph Grimaldi

Xri CONTENTS.

CHAPTEE XXIV.

1828.

Great kindness of Misa Kelly, towards Grimaldi—His farewell
benefit at Sadler's Wells ; last appearance, and farewell address—
He makes preparations for one more appearance at Oovent Garden,
bot, in a conversation with Mr. Charles Kemble, meets with a dis-
appointment—In consequence of Lord Segrave's benevolent inter-
ference, a benefit is arranged for him at Drury Lane—His last inter-
view with Mr. Charles Kemble and IWcett......329

CHAPTEE XXV.

, 1828 to 1836.

The farewell benefit at Drury Lane—Grimaldi's last appearance
and parting address—The Drury Lane Theatrical Fund, and its
prompt reply to his communication—Miserable career and death
of Ms Son—His "Wife dies, and he returns from Woolwich (whither
lie had previously removed) to London—His retirement . . 341

CHAP TEE XXVI.

,. 353it and Loss—Appearance of his Son at Covent Garden—His