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Case 2

21. Letter from J. 18 January 1914

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Linden Crescent,
Kingston-on-Thames
18.1.14

Dear Mr. Rudolf,

The manager of the Botolph Press was sorry he could not find me a berth. Immediately after two openings presented themselves. I started work on Saturday at Messrs. Shaw & Sons, Fetter Lane (8 till 6 p.m.). My predecessors have failed owing to the traps & pitfalls connected with the complicated work! The wages are good - 46£ for 50 hours.

My most affectionate and

Stamped in purple: Jan 19 1914

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