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Thursday 27th May

Fort. Had Wakelin in & discussed school affairs for a long time - he was
quite amiable.

Went to Jidda via Budega.

Friday 28th May

Got up late wrote to M. Blue & Shillington came over at about 11.30 &
spent the day with me, both seemed to enjoy it very much. Bathed before
tea, sailed back in Salem's boat.

Rung up at night by Naval Base, Hamood, tight, went there & made a
disturbance. Had him produced. Very angry, made him go home where he
had violent hysterics, I fancy he had been to the aftermath of the
wedding party.

Hot night - sleeping inside still.

Saturday 29th May

Letter from M

Fort.

Small parade, a lot of men sick. Still cool though shamaal less than
before. HH & Sh A came in, talked about nothing in particular for some
time. Had a long talk with Mohd Qwayge, he is very up to date &
intelligent, discussed education - plays - cost of living, etc. Not much
work in the office, quite easy. G Mohur tree in full flower, a grand
sight. Had tea with Snow & discussed M's letter. Dined & pictures with
the Gunns, BJ, Harper also there. A pleasant evening, a fair picture,
Lydia.