Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/95/4
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/95/4
Title
Autograph letter signed to Beaton
Date(s)
- 21 Apr. 1944 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
2p paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1883-1966)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
As it is Princess Elizabeth's birthday, most of the papers show Beaton's photograph of her. Praises the photograph. She is thrilled that Beecham's autobiography has appeared. One critic was disappointed that it is not a personal biography. Praises the book. Is particularly interested as she had a 'stiff' musical education. She met Beecham when he first appeared and was amazed at his knowledge of Elizabethan literature. Encloses the beginning of "The Times" criticism. Spends a lot of time weeding vegetables. People are sorry for Winnie Portarlington as she has lost her son.