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Beaton/A/A1/25/32
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/25/32
Title
Typescript letter to Beaton, from London
Date(s)
- 11 Jan. 1956 (Creation)
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Extent and medium
2p paper
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Scope and content
Is pleased to hear Beaton's lastest impression of the play ("The Chalk Garden"). Feels that the play is bound up with Beaton. Wishes Beaton could have a success. Has read Beaton's book, "It gives me much pleasure". Discusses Beaton's writing. Wishes Beaton would try again to write a play. Is waiting for the new car to arrive. It is an 8 hp Austen. Discusses Gladys and their emnity. Tonight there is a conference with Edith, John and Binkie (Hugh Beaumont). Is glad that Beaton is enjoying work. The new car came but was not very nice.