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Reference code
MCPP/GM/3/2/1916/84
Title
Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 5 August 1916
Date(s)
- 5 August 1916 (Creation)
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1 Item, paper
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(18 June 1886 - 1924)
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Tells him about her dream. Describes Clare's progress. Expresses her thanks he is an officer, tells him of the death of the son of Nokes the cow man and discusses the slow process of news from the front. Informs him she has dealt with his income tax. Discusses her opinions on the character of Ophelia. Tells him she saw Mrs Carlisle. Hopes his nerves are holding up and wishes he was home. Tells him Mr Caldicott plans to find him in France as he is nearby. Discusses financial matters and the opinions of Mr Raxworthy.
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Note
The date was Sunday 6 August 1916, Ruth mistakenly dated the letter 5 August.
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Former reference
F/GM/IV/4