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Reproaches Garbo for her lack of communication with him. Refers to the long hours he has to work at the studio of 'An Ideal Husband', as well as attending one or two theatrical parties. Complains that he become despondent about his play. Writes that he and Vivien Leigh travelled to France by boat because they are both scared to fly having had aeroplane accidents in the past. Explains that he is resting before the costume fittings for 'Anna Karenina' begin. Hopes to have time for personal shopping for items which he lists. Refers to his new home in the country.

Refers to Greta's cure and a letter from her waiting for him in England. Writes that he was busy before he left England in the absence of his Secretary. Regrets an argument with his mother. Describes his driving holiday through France and Tangier with David and a woman called Dimpre Halse?, who read the maps. Mentions Truman Capote, Mrs Sinclair, and Maud Nelson. Refers to his dreams about Greta. Having received Greta's letter, sympathises with her troubles with the Italian film company.

Invites Garbo and George Schlee to join him in Tangier. Encourages Garbo to visit him in England.

Beaton is frustrated that Wolfit might not get punished but will follow Milmo's advice. Hopes Minster will send his letter to the Managers. Stands by what he wrote. Tomorrow is Beaton's "big day": the costume parade for "Saratoga". Very disappointed by "Fiorello", the Harold Prince musical. Hated Chéri [a play by Anita Loos adapted from the novel by Colette] but not because of Anita's script. Took a "Modess" sitting and two more on Monday. Typescript postcript: Doesn't remember if he asked her to bill Modess in January for the three sittings. Asks her to have another picture made of Mrs Ogden Mills, Mrs Fell and Mrs Cushings for Vogue. Has already received a $25.00 cheque for this.

Possibly notes on Nella Webb's horoscope for Beaton and Greta Garbo mentioned in Beaton's letters to Garbo.

Other documents relating to Greta Garbo include a drawing, notes and newspaper cuttings. Letters 1- 21 are contained in a 'Challenge' duplicate book with blue cover; letters 22-39 are contained in a 'National' duplicate book with a brown cover; letters 41-70 are contained in a 'Riverside' writing block with a yellow cover; letters 114-120 are contained in a 'Basildon air mail' writing block with a red cover; letters 121-125 are contained in a writing block with cardboard back cover, missing front cover; letters 127-129 are contained in a Croxley cambric writing pad with white cover, these include a letter to Waldemar Hansen.

Describes his trip to Paris. Mentions that he has dreamt of Garbo.

Informs her that he is going to Chantilly for the day and back to London on Tuesday. Complains that his social engagements prevent him from working on his play, and he misses Broad Chalke.

Excuses himself for not having written the previous Sunday. Sends a list of events of the week before it, including the death and memorial service of Sibyl Colefax, and the return of Beaton's secretary. Thanks Garbo for her letter. Suggests that Nella Webb got the dates of her predications wrong as they are both going through frustrating times. Longs for Garbo.

Announces that he will be taking possession of Reddish House in June and describes a trip to view it at sunset. Refers to their visit to Bill Paley's house. Asks Garbo for a communication. Complains of long hours at the studio of 'An Ideal Husband'.