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Called on Wakefields, seemed quite pleasant, DC & Dr Holmes to dinner, racy
conversation about queer goings on in Bushire among Russians & Persians etc.

Monday 19th January

Bull

Police change over. Office, went early to court, Sh Jasim's estate and a case
against fisherman of Sitra who attacked the Special Police at the Tanks. Very
damp day, warm S wind. Drove PM. Dull day.

Tuesday 20th January

HH came in on his way to return call on Agency, looked well & in good form. Suva
made a great fuss of him. Shs H & S came in after the visit, W seems to have
given a good impression to all of them. Steele re bridge tolls.

Dined with Steeles & went to cinema.

Wednesday 21st January

Sh M called much annoyed at not having been told by HH about calling yesterday.

Dinner Lipp, played Bridge.

Took DC & Holmes out in the car.

Thursday 22nd January