243 Boulevard Saint Germain

6 February 85.

Madam,

I have only this very moment received the letter you were
kind enough to write to me on Jan. 9. It was addressed
Douai Street and the Concierge brought it to me to-day
saying that "as it had not come by the post she thought it
wasn't urgent" Kindly excuse the delay in replying, of
which I am not guilty and believe dear Madam that I shall do
my best to bring you some little objects to sell. Have
you already some distribution cards ? Kindly send me a few.
Please accept dear Madam the expression of my feelings of
sympathy for our Work and my sincere admiration for the
President.

Signed PAULINE VIARDOT

22 October

30 Devonshire Place
Portland Place

Dear Madam,

It is with great regret that I find myself obliged to refuse
your kind invitation for the 29th. Unfortunately I have to
take certain precautions in winter and having to sing the
Messiah on the 30th, I feel I have to renounce the pleasure
of going out on the previous evening.

Please accept the respects and regrets of my husband as well
as those of my daughter and my sincere sentiments.

Signed PAULINE VIARDOT