Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/520/119
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/520/119
Title
Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Wilsford Manor, Salisbury.
Date(s)
- (Date given only as "Monday".) (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
3p paper
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Beaton is "a brick of a friend" for sending his book. Is going to be "daring" in having white carpets in the house and everyone must wear soft slippers indoors. Is lying outdoors at the moment as the summer is "intoxicating". Loved Beaton's letter. Discusses his plans for the house. Tells Beaton about his spray of orchids.