BR TO ALYS RUSSELL, 21 DEC. 1908
BRACERS 21054. ALS. McMaster
Proofread by K. Blackwell

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BAGLEY WOOD,
OXFORD.
Dec. 21. ’08

Dearest Alys

I have attended to all the matters in thy letter, which has made me feel quite a man of action. I agree that Mathews’ proposal is a good one.

Arthur got off in the dog-cart in time for the 10 o’clock. He was no longer seedy this morning.

I am reading Helen’s novel, but so far it is not interesting. My work goes well, and I hope to finish the section I am at before I go.

Thine aff
Bertie.

I am glad Miss Harrison is improving. I hope thee is also getting a good rest.