Tylor was away when BR sent his telegram. He tells BR that the judge has made a separate order extending the children's stay until 13 April 1940, for their passports.

"As regards the question of education, following receipt of your letter of the 14th ultimo I put forward your proposals to Mr. Maw. I enclose for your information a copy of his reply, dated the 18th instant [not present], from which you will see that Dora agrees to the proposals as regards John, but contends that Kate ought to go to the university with her brother."