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Letter from Gertrude Bell to her stepmother, Dame Florence Bell

Summary
In which Bell writes on the wedding day of Florence Olliffe and Hugh Bell, sending her best wishes and including thanks for the gift of a dress for her doll. The letter is written in Bell's hand but includes a note from Miss Hughes sending her regards.
Reference code
GB/1/1/1/1/1/6
Recipient
Bell, Dame Florence Eveleen Eleanore
Creator
Bell, Gertrude Margaret Lowthian
Creation Date
Extent and medium
1 letter, paper
Language
English
Location
Coordinates

54.7294099, -1.8811598

9 August Harlsey Hall My dear Miss Olliffe I write this letter for you to have on your wedding day to send you and Papa our best love and many kisses. Thank you for the doll's frock which fits beautifully. Miss Hughes sends her kindest regards to you From your loving Gertrude

IIIF Manifest
https://cdm21051.contentdm.oclc.org/iiif/info/p21051coll46/6703/manifest.json
Licence
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/