Item 3 - Autograph letter signed to Beaton

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Beaton/A/A1/221/3

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GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/221/3

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Autograph letter signed to Beaton

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  • 11 Nov. 1960–11 Nov. 1971 (Circa. No year given) (Creation)

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Advises Beaton to use an electric typewriter. Is pleased Beaton is coming to New York. Has not spoken to him for a year. Beaton will find him changed. The beach house has given him a relaxed view of life. Discusses the beach house. Has kept as much of the week of Beaton's visit free as he can so they can spend some time together. Would like Beaton to come to Thanksgiving at his apartment and invite anyone he would like to see. Has expanded his apartment and learned how to cook. Will be back from his island on Monday afternoon.

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