Thursday, April 9, 1914

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Correspondence (1 of 1)

Letter #56Time not recorded
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. . . You see I am in rather a growling mood: perhaps I shall improve on the road to Skindles, whither I start in an hour in Violet’s company. As we shall be alone during the drive, we may get on to the . . . topic.

Asquith describes a drive to Skindles with Violet and comments on a young man Violet is involved with, noting Margot's opinion of him.

Mentioned:Violet Asquith • Margot Asquith • Unnamed suitor

Metric Analysis

Romantic Adoration3/10
Political Unburdening1/10
Emotional Desolation2/10

Thematic Tags

MotoringViolet's relationshipMargot's opinions
H.H. Asquith
London
HIS DAYMotoring to Skindles. dining.
Venetia Stanley
Travelling or Country House
HER DAYDrive with Asquith (Planned)

Official Register

1914-04-09

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The first colour feature film, *The World, the Flesh and the Devil*, was shown in Great Britain [3].. The Tampico Affair began when Mexican authorities arrested United States sailors in Tampico, escalating tensions between the two nations [3].

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