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Jekyll, Gertrude (1843-1932), artist and garden designer
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Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 14 May 1916

Describes Miss Jekyll's garden. Tells him of a feud between her father and Aunt Theodora over the cutting of some trees on Highdon's Ball. Hopes he is not staying anywhere infested with rats. Discusses what she has been reading in Vanity Fair. Is glad ... »

Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, c. 11 October 1916

Describes making a pneumonia jacket. Tells him about her morning with Mrs Brock and Constance Mussen. Describes an article from The Times read out loud by her father regarding wounded Prussian soldiers. Describes the plants she is purchasing from Miss ... »