July 23rd 1915
Darling
I am so annoyed – in my hurry to catch the post I omitted to enclose paper cutting – I hope this will reach as soon as the other letter.
You seem very near to me dearest. Evidently distance does not really separate us.
Best love from
A sleepy old
Mela.
Extract from newspaper article
Visit to the Wounded
His Majesty’s last visit in Birmingham was paid to the wounded soldiers at the First Southern General Hospital at the University, Bournbrook. The King arrived at the University at twelve minutes past three. Contrary to expectations, he had motored to Edgbaston by way of Broad Street, and entered the hospital by the Edgbaston Park Road. The King was immediately recognized by a small crowd of people which had assembled in the vicinity of the main gates, and repeatedly acknowledge their loyal greeting. Many persons had gathered at various points along the Bristol Road, and at the junction of Edgbaston Park Road, and these, of course, were much disappointed by reason of the journey from New Street Station being by another route than had been anticipated.
His Majesty, having gone through the wards and talked to a number of the patients, left the hospital shortly before four o’clock, and drove to the King’s Norton Metal Works.
