T. E. Lawrence Correspondence – Page 55

3 [To. T.W. Beaumont, "Helm" 63 Broad St. Scout Hill, Darnhur] [Checked by ansible & vr.35 ns] 13, Birmingham Street Southampton. 26. II. 44 Dear Beaumont Rolls' address is E.C. Rolls, Kinsley Park Garage, Northampton. I believe he is doing quite well for him- self. He deserves it, for he was a stout fellow. No, I shall not be at Briddington this year, I think. As a matter of fact, we started for it...four times! Four- teen days ago...I had ... hopes of running straight through in two days. But the winds would not have it,...after the winds the fog came. They have got as far as Yarmouth...one more fine day will get them there. Unfortunately I've been recalled by train, to do the next lot of boats,now ready for ... running ... Hard luck. There goes my yachting holiday at George's expense! After March 12 next, I become a private person,... have the honour (and difficulty) of paying for myself. If there is any left over for travelling expenses, you will see me in Darnsbury. ...as usual ... However, I find that my savings are on the very short side. That sparks your question about a fortune from my publishing! One thing is certain,......, that if I do get to you, I'll be able to claim those slippers. They...for help with my tiny cottage in Dorsetshire, near Weymouth...Can you fancy me in a long beard ... gaiters, talking about turnips. By the way, its address ... (my permanent one, I hope) is Clouds Hill Moreton Dorset, ... is ...in a great heath, miles from anywhere. Yours, T.E.Shaw