Stuk 31 - Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 6 June 1916

Hopes that he is well as she has not heard from him in a few days. She has been reading the Round Table. Expresses her views on how the war could come to an end through the application of an international law. Asks for his opinion about the end of the war. Describes her feelings towards Polly. Tells him about the tea service she is making. Describes her evening activities, singing and playing the piano. Expresses her wish to buy a new piano for the Holt after Polly takes the one there when she leaves. She has asked for clothes for her birthday present. Asks him if he knows Sibel Cropper, an old school friend of Marjorie’s. Recounts the story of Sibel refusing to marry Geoffrey Young and asks if he discusses Geoffrey’s love affairs with Mr Reade.