TCD MS 10247/1/834 folio 4 recto
[21 April 1917] a good group with a suitable foreground of various bits of signalling gear – which I hope will look imposing – I stopped to tea with some of the Canadians and about 7.30 after an hours attempt to ‘phone to the battery unsuccessfully needless to say – started out for the walk back.
Some time ago I wrote to the battery asking for the car to take me back – unfortunately it seems to be undergoing repairs – so that it’s arrival here is problematic – I had expected to be starting about 11 o’cl[ock] and had asked for the car about 10. so that in case it didn’t arrive I’d still be able to go along with the rest – now that the buses are starting 5.45 a.m. I’m afraid I shall have to get up at that unholy hour and leave a message for the car if it comes to pick me up on the way – a train journey even of a few miles being a matter of days in this country! I certainly hope the car comes as the other method is somewhat tedious & exhausting!
Now its after 11 so will say goodnight as I shall be up early – I have just finished my coffee – I have delicious coffee every evening before going to bed – Last night I was in late – and the family had all gone to bed – but I found everything