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Matters relating to the death of Peter Watson. Mentions Norman Fowler.

(Pages numbered 1-4 then 8-11) Addresses Garbo as 'Mrs Rokeby'. Writes that she is a 'very nice cook - most respectable and a quiet influence in the house'. Refers to the news that her husband may have to lose a second leg. Writes that his current pace is slow compared to that of New York, from which it has taken him three weeks to 'calm down'. Mentions that he has had a bad cold. Describes Spring at Reddish. Encourages Garbo to visit him on her way to the South. Instructs her to contact Mr Priest? who will make her travel arrangements. Likens Mr Priest to Mr George Schlee. Refers to a long drive and talk with Clarissa Eden. Describes the circumstances of the death of his friend, (Victor William) Peter Watson (1908-1956). Eulogises Peter Watson. Plans to travel to Chantilly on the following Thursday to visit Diana for a few days, then return to England. Hopes to 'do a lot of painting - and no theatre jobs for some time'. Writes that he might travel to New York on September 1st to do some theatre work but his contract is not yet signed. Sends news of Simon, the School Master, MCan, and the Salisburys. Refers to his house and garden improvements.

32 autograph letters from Beaton to his family from abroad, 6 telegrams, 4 press cuttings, and 1 rough sketch of a dress.

Beaton writes to Selznick with suggested improvements to the stage designs for "The Chalk Garden", based on the photostats he has received from her.

Typescript paragraph on the American fashion photographer George Platt Lynes (1907-1955).

Typescript letter, regarding the final sketches for the set of "The Chalk Garden".

Typescript letter in which Beaton replies to Schneider's letter dated July 18th.

Typescript letter, in response to Schneider's letter dated 7th July. Original letter is attached, with pencil annotations in answer to the various queries raised.

Typescript letter in which Beaton writes that, given that he has been unable to produce a design that is pleasing to her and the rest of her production team, it would be better for her if Beaton were "to bow out of the picture". He adds that he is sending some pieces from which she may construct a room which satisfies the many conflicting viewpoints.

Typescript letter, expressing thanks for Yoxall's previous letter and for the opportunity to have contributed so much to 'Vogue' magazine, although both sides knew, he writes, that a separation would occur "sooner or later".