Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/263/1
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/263/1
Title
Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Berkshire
Date(s)
- 1940 (Circa. Undated) (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
7p paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1916-2000)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Wonders whether Beaton is being called on or continuing his photography. Went to tea with the Harris' yesterday. Discusses his visit. Lady Harris is planning to buy an auto cycle in the event of an invasion and camouflage it as a chest of drawers. The house is ruled by a 'tyrannical old woman'. Describes the old lady and draws a picture of her. Describes her husband. Discusses the daughter-in-law and her husband. Has taken up tractor driving. Asks if Beaton has seen the film "All this and Heaven too?". Praises the film. Finds John's courage in starting an art school at his squadron admirable.