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- 3 December 1916 (Creation)
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Letter to Ruth Mallory written from France, 'Dec 3 1916'
Was largely occupied with thoughts of Xmas. Describes the large room which they had built and which was nearly finished.
Was arranging a football match on Xmas Day with Platnauer’s battery and he hoped for fine weather.
His week as battery commander was coming to an end and Dunbar would take over. He would be very busy scouring the countryside for beer and sausages. Had enjoyed the last week even though he had been stuck in the office as he needed to be within range of the telephone. The Major was building out a dining room [he includes a plan].
Lists various things he wants: Italian books; two pairs of thick stockings; two toothbrushes; Literary Supplement and occasionally other publications - New Statesman, Nation Review of Reviewers, and Contemporary Review; and some tea.
An excellent plum cake had arrived.
Would refrain from making any remarks about the war. He would await news and continue to believe in the Russian army.