Gollancz has received Lady Russell's letter of Jan. 2 and remarks that he will "get into touch with Haire at once." Stokes may not be able to travel to Germany due to transport and weather difficulties, but "we can't ask him not to speak." If Stokes is unable to go, Gollancz inquires if he should ask Rees Williams.

Gollancz thanks Lady Russell for her offer of accommodation, but he has already made arrangements.