Smith, Logan Pearsall, 1865-1946

"I was much pleased to get your letter; I don't want to force an unwelcome correspondence on you, but I will always be glad I hear from you... I have throwing the ink about with vigour, and have already written seven more letters..."

"I found your letter waiting for me when I got back to England a few days ago. The transition from the Aegean to Chelsea has been a rather violent one and I find it hard to adjust myself..."

"I have heard from [?] about Connolly. 2 from what he says, and what you say, I think the experiment well with..."

"I have seen Connolly twice, and he seems to me [...] full of promise- certainly well with helping, if one can do so wisely..."

"It would be a great pleasure to me if you can come to Warsash- don't limit yourself to one night, [?] come when you like, and stay as long as you like- the longer the better..."

"Cyril has given me your address so I can thank you, as I have wished to do, for the book you kindly sent me... I so much enjoyed your visit here, and hope you will often return, as the way of life is one that you say you like..."

"Your letter made me feel envious of your German experiences. I once, many years ago, dipped my little cup in that great, [?] ocean..."

"I was at Constables the other day, and told them, as you said I might, about your Gothic Revival... They begged me to write to you and ask for permission to see it, and would be glad if you would call on them if you are in London..."

"I am glad that you and Jane are coming to England so soon, and that I shall see you in London. We are going to [?] on the 22nd- at least that is the plan..."

"I hope you will enjoy this room and find it propitious for work. It makes a good workshop for phrases; and if you are infected by the itch for polishing..."