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Bandarra
22 June 1897
My dear Chris
At last I have found time to write you a few words – I have tried about half a dozen times today and every time I have been interrupted.
You were good to write that letter before you left – It was such a pleasant surprise. I suppose you are in the midst of all the gaiety in Sydney today – how I would love to be there too.
I went to the Review this morning and to the opening of the bridge this afternoon. There was a great crowd.
It seems such a long time since last Friday evening. I do miss you very much. Try and not stay away long dear. I know it will not be longer than you can help.
I do hope what you say in your letter will come true – I will try so hard to fulfil my part and I know how well I can trust the rest to you.
I must close now, with very best love,
Katie
PS
I quite forgot to tell you we are giving a dance on 8 July.
Please excuse this scrap of paper but I have no time to write the letter over again as I am going to church.
Please do not trouble about those pins I asked you to get as I do not think the shop is in the Strand after all, it may have been In the Royal Arcade -but don’t put yourself out about it.
Excuse this untidy scrawl, but I am writing with an awful pen.
Katie