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Typescript letter, unsigned, though evidently from Beaton. Sends best wishes for 1938. Has spent an enjoyable Christmas. The exhibition looks very nice and visitors are complimentary, but it hasn't been hugely successful in financial terms. No confirmation for when he will return back from America, but it won't be before 30th January. Adds that he has a lot to do in relation to his book and 'Vogue'-related issues.

Typescript letter, in which Beaton writes that he has received a message from 'Vogue' magazine, quoting the latest slur made against him by the American newspaper and radio commentator, Walter Winchell (1897-1972) and advising Beaton that he should deny Winchell's allegation. In his column of the 21st March, Winchell states that Beaton sent an especially-bound copy of his work to Goebbels, a claim which is unfounded. Beaton is thoroughly sick of Winchell's unfairness and wonders what Lambert's reaction is: is there any sense in stirring the mud and pressing for legal action for damages? Beaton's publisher, Lippincott, backs the idea of retaliating. Adds that he will remain in Morocco until after Easter unless there is some cataclysm in the meantime.

Typescript letter to the writer, producer and impresario, Rudolf K. Kommer (1886-1943), in which Beaton writes that he has been sight-seeing in southern Morocco and has taken lots of pictures. He is currently staying in a lovely house in Tangier, which overlooks the Governor's Palace. Thanks Kommer for his advice on various matters and asks him for his opinion on how he believes Beaton should respond to Walter Winchell's most recent attack on him. Beaton understands how difficult it is to sue a newspaper, but the allegation that he sent a copy of his work to Goebbels is a complete lie and should be recognised as such.

Typescript letter to the painter Edward 'Boy' Le Bas (1904-1966), in which Beaton thanks Le Bas for his encouraging letter. This is his last week in Holborn before his holiday. He is looking forward to finishing his work in the office and to escaping his family for a short while to go to Paris and Venice with a 'nice woman' [most likely to be a reference to the British fashion journalist, Alison Settle (1891-1980)]. Asks le Bas if he can borrow some money from him and promises to re-pay it slowly.

Beaton writes that he has airmailed his designs to Arnold Weissberger and is eager to hear of Quintero's reaction. For instance, Quintero may find some of the costumes a little too gay, or too sombre, as the case may be. He may find Serena Merle's mauve evening dress a little too unsophisticated, but the intention is that its simplicity and understatement will in turn make her look sophisticated.

Typescript letter regarding the preliminary ground plan for "The Chalk Garden" and on the matter of casting. Beaton asks why Selznick has not considered Sybil Thorndike. He also offers his opinion on "Time Remembered" by Jean Anouilh, which he has recently been to watch with friends.

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

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

Letter from Beaton [?], in which Beaton laments certain alterations to the set design and hopes to persuade Gredy et al. that his suggestions would be beneficial. Beaton also encloses a costume chart with the letter.

Typescript letter in response to Bing's letter dated 29 November. Beaton writes that he is sorry he was unable to speak to Bing during his visit to New York, but that it was rather rushed and made difficult by the President's assassination. He would very much like to work with Alfred Lunt on a new production of 'La Traviata' and plans to begin some preliminary sketches shortly.