Letter from Edward Thomas to his wife, Helen Thomas. Archival reference: 424/1/1/1/1/78
11.10.98
My dearest friend
I have just written a short note to Mrs Andrews fulfilling the two duties, of thanks for her past undoubted kindness, and of a request for a " character" ( virtually) which will be (illegible) when you leave. The note is formal and discreet I think.
As far as I see, all is well, you at any rate are serene.
Remember people who know a thing don't give reasons why you should have done a thing nor as she did.
I hope she doesn't upset Miss Noble in the letter with which she will probably answer her note begging leave for you to come to tea with Aunt Flora tonight.

Until we meet, I remain silent - just a little excited, but still secure on what I know.
Rest well.
Goodbye !
Ever your truest fondest friend Edwy and yours in life my own sweet little one, anemone maiden.
Adieu