On 22nd April 1872, Princess Margaret of Prussia, daughter of Princess Victoria and granddaughter of Queen Victoria, was born at New Palace, Prussia.
"Left for London at ½ p. 10 with my 2 Children &c, driving from the station to Buckingham Palace in an open carriage. - Heard last night that dear Vicky had been safely confined at ½ p. 10 with a daughter, her 8th child! Good accounts this morning. - Saw Aunt Cambridge, whom I thought aged, but very kind & friendly. - Arthur came to luncheon, after which dressed for the Drawingroom. Went into the Throne Room a few minutes past 3. It lasted an hour; unfortunately I had a headache & felt quite bad at the end of the time. Of the family, Louise, Affie, Arthur, Leopold & Edward Weimer were there. - After having some coffee & resting, walked a little in the garden with Beatrice. It is looking so green & all the lilacs are coming out. - Janie E., & the 2 Maids of Honour dined."
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