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Ref NoMS 466/1/1/16/5/4
Finding NumberMS 466/371/2
TitleLetter from Howard Taylor to Elizabeth Taylor Cadbury
LevelItem
Date01 September 1935
DescriptionIn this letter Howard Taylor remarks on a recent stay at the Manor House. He writes that Elizabeth Taylor Cadbury's particular 'charm' made visits to her home 'stand out prominently in the experiences of a life time'. He reminisces about his first visit to the Manor House as a young child and then describes a visit to the Cadbury family's home, Wynds Point in Malvern, in 1915. Taylor recalls being given chocolates by Elizabeth Taylor Cadbury's husband George Cadbury. He also describes visits to the Manor House during the 1920s, referring particularly to Christmasses spent at the house. He describes Taylor Cadbury as 'the central figure' at these 'cheerful family gatherings' who 'knitted the whole into one'. Howard Taylor concludes his letter noting that his most recent visit to the Manor House had been 'the happiest time of my life'. He also refers briefly to family visits and his arrangements to travel back home to America.
Extent1
FormatItem
Physical DescriptionPlease note that this letter is torn in places. Attempts have been made to seal the tears but the document should be handled with care.
Access StatusOpen
LanguageEnglish
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