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Court. Finished the arak case & the theft case, gave stiff punishments in both. Fine day but everything is in
a great mess, still water everywhere. The family, including nanny, went out to the Jebel by invitation & were
showed all around the wells & everything by Nix. It included a visit to the Topping Plant which is where
they refine the oil & make petrol. James, having heard of this, was very keen to see it but most disappointed
as he expected it to be a plant, like those in the garden! Not surprising considering the name. I stayed at
home & saw Miss Williams off at the Customs. It was rough in the morning but very smooth & nice when
she left. Played Bridge at the Hams before dinner. Every house at the oil camp leaked during the last rain.
Monday 11th [February]
