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ALS to Hella Weyl

Regrets that she can not arrange childcare from either Clare Millikan or Margareta to enable a meeting in New York. Reports that Mrs Price has offered to have the children so that Lyn can sort out her new flat in Riverdale. Mentions that Max has dismissed the idea of her going to Bermuda, and the job Maynard Keynes found for her in Washington will not pay enough to benefit her financially. Hopes that the Flexners will not be disappointed. Discusses her relationship with Bill and Magdalen Flexner. Aspires to write again and to make some new friends in New York who don't know her as a refugee. Describes her colour scheme for her new flat.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Thanks Hella for the Christmas presents. Invites Hella to supper with Mrs Baer. Details plans for Hella's visit including attendence of a Paul Robeson concert with Vera. Reports that her book has been on hold because William was ill and she has been working on a campaign about allowances from husband's in England as Mrs John Rathbone MP took her letter to Washington to show Lord Halifax. Refers to the situation between her and Max and the Flexners.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Regrets that William is too ill for her to travel immediately. Mentions a message she is expecting from Mollie Harrower. Hopes to see Hella on Friday.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Mentions the projects she is working on, her map and her book. Reports that Max is enjoying his new job and she has sent him a christmas parcel despite the correspondence from Churchill to Roosevelt stopping all packages. Refers to Mrs Mendelsohn.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Enthuses about having received her first cheque from Max. Mentions Dr Steiner's visit, and an invitation to stay with the Dents in Georgia. Sends Molly Harrower-Erickson's address. Asks if Hella wants to see Bobby Clark playing Bob Acres in 'The Rivals'.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Thanks Hella for the parcel. Complains that Mrs Brush her new landlady has just given her notice for January 1st.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Reports that she has to attend the Vandebilt clinic concerning her eyes. Tries to arrange a meeting with Hella and Mrs Baer. Mentions Max Newman. Feels hopeful despite the Japanese successes.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Details plans to visit Princeton. Repays loan from Hella with the money that reimbursed Edward's operation. Offers Hella food or food coupons.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Mentions Max's papers. Refers to her renewed map-making activities. Reports that William is out of plaster and she may be able to visit Princeton sometime in June. Writes that she will go to the Adirondacks if Appy does. Mentions Mrs Baer, and Carl Andrew.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

ALS to Hella Weyl

Describes the train journey back from Princeton. Writes that she has too much to pack and accepts the offer of an extra suitcase. Announces that she has officially withdrawn Edward from Fieldston school in anticipation of leaving for England.

Newman, Lyn (1901-1973) author and journalist

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