climb the hedge just in front of the car. He shouted out "Hold on admiral" and I am glad to say I was able to keep my saddle in a dignified way and give him a proper salute.

Pentrelew must be looking very nice and I am sure the cherries are getting ripe, the early one at all events. I suppose you have much trouble in keeping your daughters in order and that you find much difficulty in putting up with things which were "far different than when you were a girl." Never mind, Mother, some day I will be with you to stick up for you again.

Your loving son

Arthur