Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton

Didn't realise until she checked with Jeffrey and Brandon that they hadn't sent the 2 enlargements of the Queen when they sent the pictures of Princess Elizabeth. It was stupid of Vogue not to realise Beaton wanted to see the pictures of the Queen too. Has sent a letter off to the Palace to explain and apologise for the delay. Discusses the agreement with Colville. Vogue are worried that some of the photographs of the Queen are different and have become convinced Beaton is holding one back. Feels the Queen will be very pleased with her photos. Will cable Beaton when she has news of the pictures. Discusses Beaton's income tax for the year. Asks Beaton if he has any spare dollars to send over for the bank. Points out that Beaton did buy Reddish this year and he is far better treated by the Inspector of Taxes than most people, especially as she is allowed to put down a lot as "expenses". If Beaton's play is a success and he decides to devote his life to writing, he may have to live completely at Reddish and give up Pelham Place in a way in which he could make money from it. Feels Beaton cannot afford to go rushing off spending money. Has just had a birthday lunch with Aunt Jessie's aunt. Is surprised that she wants a new fur coat "at that age". Beaton's mother and Nancy returned to Reddish today. Will probably join them next week. Misses not being able to go to Swan Lake until the work is finished. Hopes Beaton has a nice birthday.