All the learned were present - they say they never heard more faultless Arabic, it's the talk of the town. He is the greatest dear, Prof. M., and I think him the best piece of propaganda we've issued. It's generally admitted that he knows more of Arabic language and history than any Arab here and they all love him. I've been riding today with Col. Willcox, kindest and best of doctors. It was the most delightful afternoon, a bright hot sun and the barley all green under the palm trees.
Nothing can beat our winter climate.
The election news fills me with satisfaction. A very large coalition majority is just what I hoped for - but I didn't dare to hope it would be so large. But I'm very sorry for her personally, poor darling. Ever your very affec.