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Manuscript letter, in which Glover requests that Carlile read the anonymous letter he has written for the 'Baptist Times', concerning an incident in which two Council members talked to a Moderator. Glover hopes that it will be printed as a friendly challenge. It may stimulate some thinking among Council talkers. Glover is going to give three addresses in Bristol in the first week of January on "Reading the Gospels Again" and to broadcast a sermon in Cardiff. He has made an engagement with some class or college to speak nearly every Sunday of next term; this is not for the public. Presently, he is 'tiffling about' doing nothing with no special result. He wishes that ministers would not give "Manchester Guardian progress" at length to their congregations. Glover ends by commenting that his letter has grown as long and as rambling as some of Cicero's, but that Atticus took length and rambling as a sign of friendship.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover notes that Carlile has had several articles about Frank Buchman (1878-1961) and Buchmanism. Glover has known Buchman since 1914 or 1915, and has been friendly with him, though they are by no means close. Glover lived as a guest with a group of his followers at Yale, from November 1928 to January 1929. It was after Glover's operation and they treated him kindly. But for reasons he will explain, many features of Buchmanism won't do. Its advantages are that it is a good way of getting conversions and establishing affection inside the group. Its disadvantages are that the method of open confession is foolish and not particularly desirable.

Describes in detail the ceremonies and his duties as Public Orator that took place on 14 and 15 June 1920. Relates a speech by the Duke of York, and conversations with Austen Chamberlain, R. Cecil, Lloyd George, Arthur James Balfour, J. H. Thomas and Donald Maclean.

Puts the case for a Chair of History at Cambridge University. Quotes Benians on the desirability of such a post, but also the lack of funding for it. Refers to Goldwin Smith's 'History of America'.

Encloses two letters regarding his speeches as Public Orator. Repeats Larmor's comments upon them. Refers to reports of his speeches in the 'Telegraph' and the 'Cambridge Review'. Complains that the day that his ship sails may be delayed by the wireless strike.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover confirms that he has read through Carlile's typescript book and now offers, with some difficulty, criticism of it as requested. The latter section is better than the second section, since its purpose is much clearer. He found it difficult to link the paragraphs of the earlier sections, though this may be his own fault, since he has had to contend with many distractions; Carlile should disregard what he says. The overture makes the point vividly, but the following two sections lack fusion. He suggests a re-arrangement of parts. As to the detail, Glover hesitates about the use of the Fourth Gospel. The hymn chapter wavers a bit towards the end. Other comments aside, he has from Bristol further news concerning Buchmanism and has heard that it is splitting the old Union. He had a long talk with Bishop John Taylor Smith (1860-1938) about it yesterday. They carried their objection to the fresh opening of pubs, but how he hates being in a court among publicans and their solicitors on market day, when the crowds come in. Glover confesses to being a snob and a don and a recluse.

Thanks Calvin for suggesting a visit to friends in Quebec. Details his and Alice's travel arrangements in Canada. Hopes that 'Geraldine' will not see the card on its way through the post.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover thanks Carlile for his letter and for the copy of a review in the 'Baptist Times'. He is glad to learn that several men in Cambridge beyond his intimate circle of friends, have found 'Greek Byways' (1932) readable - Carlile's evidence confirms this further, so Glover draws courage. He asks to be remembered to Mrs Carlile.

Describes packing for his trip to America. Thanks her for the handkerchief. Hopes that she will recover from illness, assuring her that he has been in better health since he turned forty than during his youth. Expresses pleasure with Anna's progress at Girton, and that of his daughters at college in general. Mentions correspondence with Elizabeth. Informs her that he will be at Swanwick.

Mentions his visit to the threatened London Missionary Society Schools south of Calcutta. Reports that he is going to Madras with C. F. Angus. Mentions that his lectures are being published in 'The Young Men of India'. Describes his wanders in Calcutta.