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Finished his book three days ago. Expresses his relief. It is 'wonderful' about Beaton's new studio. Is glad Beaton can devote time to his painting. Discusses his travel plans. It will be his first real holiday for six years, free from his 'momentous obsession'. Jack and animals are fine.

His book is starting in the "New Yorker" this week. Feels 'restless and tense' so is going to New Mexico alone for two weeks. Saw the Lerner show in Boston, which got bad reviews. Discusses the show, stating 'Oliver's work is simply ugly'. Saw Leland's musical "Hot September". Liked it even though it got bad reviews. Read Beaton's card from Venice and 'noted, with pleasure, it's cheerful tone'. Discusses Beaton's paintings, saying that they are 'original, vital, forceful'. Jack and the animals are fine.

Hates to think of Beaton's garden wrecked and of the trouble he is having with G.G. [Gainsborough Girls]. It is a shame that Beaton has not been able to wear his 'lovely suit'. Suggests Beaton visits him in Sicily as the sun is still shining and the sea is still warm. They had a lovely time in Venice. The tea party with Fulco, Simon and Juliet must have been rather sad. Would love to read the new play. Is happy that Beaton thought that "Local Color" turned out well. Has had a letter from Themistocles Hoetis who is looking for a job. Thinks that he is 'one of the unemployables'. Jack sends his best and 'Kelly says he misses your leg'.

Hopes that Beaton got home safely. Is sorry that the Jamaica venture did not work out, but what can Beaton expect if he 'will hang out with such low company in such low places as Miami and Kingston'. Discusses his house servant, Graziella. Everyone writes that Tenn's play is a 'mess'. 'Adored' Beaton's story about Carson. Wishes Beaton had broken her rib. Hopes that Beaton has made final arrangements with Alderich and Myers. Asked his fortune teller about "The Gainsborough Girls" and he said it would be a success. He told Capote that he will have a nervous breakdown this autumn, so he had better hurry with his book.

Had finished writing Beaton a letter, but had to tear it up in rage. Received letters two weeks ago from Mr. and Mrs. Sicke offering him use of their chalet in Gstaad. Capote accepted this offer and cancelled all of his Munich reservations. Then this morning when they were all packed and ready to go, they received a cable withdrawing the offer. Reflects on the Sicke's bad behaviour and how their plans are now disrupted. Discusses plans to meet Beaton.

Thought he would write a note to Beaton while waiting for Ina. Discusses the lack of good theatre in New York at the moment. Capote's piece came out. M. Case said she was sending it to Beaton. It has been 'rather a sensation'. Discusses various people's reactions. Beaton's publishers have been advertising his book 'splendidly'. Alan Lerner and his former wife had a 'terrific scene' in El Morroco, 'tears, screams: they transferred to the street where it lasted an hour'. Liked Beaton's jacket for the new Mitford and enjoyed the book. Jack was pleased when Beaton's picture of him appeared in the "Bazaar". His play opens on 15th January. Read "Vanessa" and found it boring. Is back working on his short novel. Discusses the Harrisons. Discusses Irene and Edie. Gives various other small items of news.

Is in bed with flu. It is cold and rainy in Venice. Loves Beaton's book. Praises the book. Thinks that the Tamaris section went on for too long. It was wonderful being with Beaton on their trip.

Sicily is quiet as the 'merry-makers' have gone home. Even La Reine Hauser has left, 'leaving a string of unpaid bills'. Fulco and Judy left under 'dismal' circumstances too. Judy has just gotten out of jail. Fulco managed to get her released just in time to pack her bags. Was sorry to see Judy go, as she is a 'touching person'. Is amazed Beaton still has his secretary after she opened a cable from 'the mad Saint'. Wants to know who sends the cables, as 'surely he hasn't the gall to walk into a Western Union office and hand over such a message in person'. Fears he may be coming to visit towards the end of the month. Wishes Beaton a 'wonderful opening, and a great success'. Sends good wishes to the Lunts. Lola the raven is pecking at Capote's head, as 'she's a violent creature'. Kelly is downstairs barking and Jack is making coffee.

Mentions letter he had written to Beaton before, but decided not to send, as he saw 'it was nothing but a list of complaints'. Quite a few of Beaton's pictures have appeared in the new "Bazaar". Had his pictures developed at the Hoffman lab and they did a 'splendid' job, but he 'nearly dropped dead when they handed me a bill for almost $300'. Discusses various acquaintances. Oliver had to fly out to California because his mother had a stroke. One of Jack's plays is going to be done at the Westport theatre this summer. Discusses various plays and Audrey H's new film, "Love in the Afternoon". Rene Bouche has painted two portraits of Capote. Mentions the Logans. Has finished a children's book, a story and an article. Kelly has gone blind. Discusses "Gigi". Bill Paley has not committed himself regarding "Madame Butterfly", but seemed interested.

Is pleased to be allowed to write an introduction to Beaton's book. Thinks Beaton should not include drawings or paintings. Asks about deadlines for the introduction. Is marooned on the beach as the roads are flooded. Oliver Smith is embedded in a romance with Bunny Mellon.