Page 2 of 2 of handwritten letter in purple ink to Mr Henry. Ashamed for late reply. Writes that her maiden name was Sheldon, came from Warwickshire a…

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Page 2 of 2 of handwritten letter in purple ink to Mr Henry. Ashamed for late reply. Writes that her maiden name was Sheldon, came from Warwickshire and her maternal grandmother was from Carrickfergus. Writes that during WWI Percy would get into trouble as he would 'paint sunsets in places that were considered strategic'. However, the police had a high opinion of him. She writes that he spent a lot of his time painting when not entertaining and would often try to avoid social situations. He lacked ambition but did his work well. He wanted to live life without worry and 'said himself that he had never grown up'. Mrs French believes this makes it difficult for her to find 'episodes' for Sam. 'Our speaker is President of P.E.N. Club, Belfast' is written on back of page in pencil.