Identity area
Reference code
NewmanL/A/A1/13/3
Unique identifier
GB 275 NewmanL/A/A1/13/3
Title
ALS to Lyn Newman
Date(s)
- 23 Sep. 1932 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
1p In original envelope. paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1906-1986)
Biographical history
Son of Augustus John (1878-1961).
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Complains of his financial circumstances and the necessity of constantly worrying about "sales". Mentions that his father, Augustus no longer supports him because of a disagreement over Romilly's book. Hopes that Lyn has recovered from her illness, and refutes her accusations that he had "dropped her". Promises to ask for her book, "Ten Letter Writers" at Weymouth library. Refers to Ida's social advances.