Law, C. Anthony
Description:
Item is a letter from C. Anthony Law to Jane Shaw (later Jane Shaw Law). The letter bears a sticker from a censor (examiner) on the envelope. A transcription reads:
"M.T.B. 48
26-10-41
c/o G.P.O.
London
My dear Janie,
I can’t thank you enough for the Birthday present. It was darn good of you to think of me. That was a very nice little Birthday card you sent me as the little card says “Wish that I were there!” I certainly wish the same. It would be marvellous. It doesn’t seem quite fair! I’m being so far away from such a sweet little girl. However Janie I think it is very kind of you to spoil me like this, and again I say I can’t thank you enough for all your kindness.
Now the days in this country are growing colder. At night at sea its [sic] rough, and wet. I came back to the base wet through. How I hate the cold winter days in this country. I can never get warm. All their buildings are colder inside than out. The only nice warm little spot is on board my Torpedo Boat in my Wardroom. I have a small heater going. The Wardroom is like a doll house, but very comfortable.
Bunny is in this country. I just received a letter from him, saying lets [sic] get together and paint London Red, which would be a good idea, but I am always broke.
Give my very best to your father and mother.
Well little Janie I must close, I love you and wish you were here with me. Heaps of Love and a nice big Kiss and a lot of little kisses from your
Affectionately
Tony"