Possible Clues:

• Died down and burned away, last of coal not needed
• Lessened in intensity
• Decreased in force
• A cricket club with Oriental dimension came to an end
• Settled a debt unexpectedly, bringing in first of accountants
• After a degree Edward has calmed down
• Slowed down
• Became more moderate in a short time when retired?
• Wound down
• Journalist going to a club cooled off