Item 2 - Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 4 January 1919

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MCPP/GM/3/2/1919/2

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Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 4 January 1919

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  • 4 January 1919 (Creation)

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Updates him on Clare's health and news of Mary Anne and the moving date. Tells him that the temporary maid cannot come. Reflects on their previous letters to each other from the beginning of the war and on her abilities as a housewife. Tells him she plans to make a curtain for the nursery door. Acknowledges his letter and expresses her thoughts on living with challenging people. Expresses her impatience for his return. Informs him that she has enclosed a letter from Ka for him to read. Discusses moving back into the Holt. Expresses her reluctance to attend the study circle meeting without Mary Anne.

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      This letter is enclosed in an envelope addressed to 'Lieut. G. Leigh Mallory RGA'.

      The letter from Ka to Ruth is enclosed in the envelope.

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      F/GM/VI/5

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