Is bound for Marseilles and Cannes. Does not despair of Liberalism. 'The changes in the dear old H of C are great but beneath the surface the essentials are still there. As to the present discontents, few realize the immense advantage of Labour being in office just now to face realities & responsibilities instead of fomenting discord at home & abroad in Opposition'. Does not expect the government to survive long. John Herbert Lewis is an example to everyone.
Cannot suggest a French or Italian book for translation as he now reads only theology and biography; will consult Fynes-Clinton. Is much impressed by Coningsby and Sybil by Disraeli. R. T. Jenkins was 'an admirable appointment'. Discusses the sermons of various preachers, and encloses a volume of his father's cathedral and university sermons.
The Labour Government was defeated on a Roman Catholic amendment claiming money for Roman Catholic and Anglican schools. The issue was handled very badly by MacDonald and the Labour Government. 'Charles Trevelyan is not very adroit in his use of any weapon'. The choice of a Federal Constitution for India is rather surprising. A 'big political crisis' is on the horizon at home. Unemployment is a truly intractable problem.
Discusses books he has read. The church in Chicago is very successful. The commercial and industrial situation is very serious. Bill Thompson was elected mayor in the Primaries yesterday. Hopes to visit Kitty when the situation improves. Welsh.
Recalls his association with John Herbert Lewis at the old Local Government Board. Is much impressed by John Herbert Lewis's attitude towards his disability. Has been very busy since his retirement in 1919; outlines his activities. Is sending a volume of miscellaneous address to John Herbert Lewis. Now feels the need for more leisure.
Was so sorry to learn of John Herbert Lewis's illness. It is hoped that Philip Snowden's health will improve, 'though he will never again be able to stand the strain he has lived under for years'. He will now probably be able to introduce his Budget.
Recalls seeing John Herbert Lewis many years ago distributing the prizes at the Holywell County School and has seen a photograph of John Herbert Lewis at the Board of Education. 'All educationists grieve to think of you - as one of their greatest champions - out of action'.
Thanks for the letter of sympathy on the death of his mother. Often thinks of John Herbert Lewis. Believes Pelham will be a great asset to the Board of Education.
Thanks for the two books. Discusses modernist and evangelical literature. Is now meeting some of the Ministers in the USA who are 'either Supra-Modern or Ultra-Fundamental'. Discusses the state of commerce and industry. Often thinks of Wales. Welsh.
The library of University College, Cardiff, has one volume in the library with the autograph of Thomas Jones. The destination of the Salisbury library.
Thanks for the offer to the school of Y Gwyddoniadur. There is a shortage of interesting books, easy to read. John Herbert Lewis may have some spare books. Attached is a list of 29 students at the school. Welsh.
Thanks for the letter about his book. Recalls their days in the House of Commons from 1895 to 1898. Saw much of Maclaren at Manchester; he helped to establish a free Theological Faculty in the University. Would like to be able to see John Herbert Lewis.
