19 Anerley Park
London SE
2 August 1889
My dear Chris
We are off this morning to Ryde for four days to be present at the Review, an account of which I will send you next week.
Archie, Mater, May and self we had your letters of 18 May a week ago and pleased to have such good news of you. Hope rain has fallen with you to brighten things up.
We are all well here.
I have been very busy lately else would have written with more time. I merely send this to say your letters have been received.
Mater says Alec will have a letter next week.
All join in love.
Your affectionate Father
Jas A Elmslie