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Connolly, Cyril Vernon (1903-1974) author and journalist
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Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Eastbourne

Thanks Beaton for his letter. It was so moving about Cyril that she cried. Heard that Beaton is drawing beautifully with his left hand. Thinks Beaton will love next spring more than any other. Discusses memorial for Cyril. Describes Cyril's funeral. Cyril had no pain. He was devoted to Beaton and they were always very funny together. Hopes she will see Beaton next time she goes to Tanya and Anthony's. Beaton has been very brave with all his troubles. Discusses Cyril's admiration for Beaton's work. Hopes Beaton will persevere with what he is doing.

Letter to Harold Freedman

A typescript letter from Beaton, in which he writes how he thinks his play could be done on television in England and /or other European countries. Heard of an agent in London who is used to dealing with the continent, Dr Suzanne Czech. Asks Freedman and asking whether he would agree to Czech taking care of this. Reports Cyril Connolly's praise of the play.

Beaton, Sir Cecil Walter Hardy (1904-1980) Knight, photographer