T. E. Lawrence Correspondence – Page 49

Because it had wind protection. They were wet and it was very cold. To have dashed them to Batten in 213 at 30 m.p.h. would have finished them off, probably. For about £20 each these/boats could be made into the cabin type. I think it should be considered, if any reconstruction is due eventually. Salvage A discreet paraphrase of part of mynote on crash kit has gone to G/A. Too discreet to have much hitting power, I fear. I wonder who is supposed to do it ? There is an open field in marine aircraft salvage equipment. I entirely agree with H.G. taking it on. You will want a "moorings" office soon, as work increases. Cradle Excellent news. 201 is not due till late in Feb. So that will be just right. Brooks Dinghy Just what the Marine section need for shore to boat mooring communication. Application to G/A for one made yesterday. I should like to see the RoyalCorps of Naval Constructors assembled. To tell them about the post-war cruiser designs ! No London trip this month. Feb. perhaps. I want to see Philip Sassoon. Yours sincerely T.G. Shaw.