95 Sloane Street Friday. Dearest Mother. I got back this afternoon, after a very crowded and stormy journey - the whole of the United States was on the boat. Paris was very nice. I had a delightful time with the good Reinach and most pleasant hours in Museums - some with him and some alone. My plans are now as follows: I see Heinemann tomorrow morning (he is very complimentary and has given me good terms) and then go the Geographical Soc. about my map. In the afternoon to Sir A. Lyall at Aldworth, but I shall come back on Sunday night, so that if I have finished my business here I can catch the first train north - and if not, I shall have the morning here.
I am overwhelmed by the work that lies before me now - maps, illustrations, and even some writing. And it must not be scamped. I shall have to find some time even while we have people with us. The enclosed from Mr Wyndham. I have told him we hope they will both come on their way south - and I do hope they will come with the Goodenoughs etc. Ever your affectionate daughter Gertrude