Item 5 - Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 7 January 1919

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MCPP/GM/3/2/1919/5

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Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 7 January 1919

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  • 7 January 1919 (Creation)

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Acknowledges his letter and asks him what his lecture was about. Expresses her hopefulness that he will soon be released. Updates him on Clare's health and Berry's progress. Discusses what to do with their letters to each other and suggests destroying hers but keeping his. Describes unpacking at the Holt. Expresses her longing for him to be there with her and her gratitude that he survived the war. Updates him on news from Robert Graves. Discusses the furniture arrangements and errands to do at the Holt. Tells him she intends to write to Robert and Mary Anne. Send him her love.

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      F/GM/VI/5

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