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At Jidda. Spent some time at the jail discussing new ideas of weaving, I want to copy some curtains I have
which I got in the Sudan in 1915 & am still using. Hot early on & cooler after lunch when a strong wind
came up. Spent a long time in the sea & got very burnt. Took an hour to get back as the wind though strong
was the wrong direction.
Wilby moved out into his flat, but I fear he will be very uncomfortable as he has no proper servant or
menage.
Saturday 9th June
Shaikhs came, read my draft letter about Qattar which was much approved of & sent to HH to sign, I hope it
meets with as much approval elsewhere.
Dined with the Agars & then to a meeting of the war fund committee in the green room, the a c unit not
working so suffocating in the room. Went back to their house later - a pleasant evening & an excellent
dinner.
