Incomplete letter

  • Reference
    • GB 133 DON/32
  • Dates of Creation
    • 4 Aug 1929
  • Physical Description
    • 6 sheets

Scope and Content

Incomplete letter from RD to his parents, written just before his marriage. Relates to: the illness he suffered during the final week's performances of The unknown warrior [at Liverpool Playhouse in May 1929]; two recent operations; wedding presents he and Ella have received; some [Unknown] warrior pictures he is sending his parents; Ella's completion [of her repertory season] at Hyde; and the wedding gifts he intends to give her.

Dated at: Alderley Edge [Cheshire]. Holograph. The letter is lacking one or more continuation sheets.