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84 Plymouth Grove, Manchester. - Was delighted to get "The Bride of Dionysus" as a present from Miss Philips; began to read it last night and could not stop. Had heard a little about it from Lady Farrer, who knew it through 'her cousins, the Vaughan Williamses'. Admires the drama very much, and thinks it will 'make a most inspiring libretto for Mr [Donald] Tovey', who stayed with them [Meta and her sister Julia?] once and impressed them both with his 'real genius'; she believes if anyone can write 'adequate music' for the "Bride" it is he.

Regrets that he will probably not be able to hear Sidgwick at the [Political Economy] Club on 10 June, as he will be in Manchester with Miss [Meta?] Gaskell at that time. Hopes to get a synopsis of the speech. Voices his concern about the cause of 'Free Trade'; believes that 'theoretical objections should first of all be thrashed out in private'. Describes himself an 'absolutely staunch Free Trader', but is anxious to hear what is to be said by the other side. Gives Bimetallism as an example of a concept, the pros and cons of which are difficult to convey to the public.

84 Plymouth Grove. - Thanks Houghton for sending her a 'likeness' of his wife; sends condolences on her death.

The Park, Prestwich, Manchester. - Thinks Bob should see the enclosed letters from Miss [Meta] Gaskell [19/22] and Mr Broadfield [no longer present] which she received last week. Has bought six copies of his play ["Bride of Dionysus"] which she is sending to friends whom she thinks will admire it; expects he has had 'endless letters of congratulations' from his 'many friends'. Sends love to Elizabeth; expects she is still at Hove and hopes the sea air does her and Julian good after the 'trying' winter. Would very much to see them all later if they can visit.