Letters of Stephen Abbott Notcutt

Will stay in Cambridge as the weather is so good but hates to be there when it is empty. Has managed to avoid two acquaintances who he describes as 'crocs'. Has enjoyed a visit to Bury where he met many Cambridge men. The cost was reasonable and included a 'jolly dinner' consisting of 'mock turtle, whiting or salmon, mutton, duck, pancake, gooseberry tart and sweets and champagne cup'. Has received a letter from Aunt Elizabeth telling him 'the shocking had gone off to her satisfaction'. Gives the results of the tripos, noting that John's did very well. Mentions his tailors bill, including the price of the first XI blazer (including straw hat and tie) and notes that unfortunately he has 'spent a great deal of money this term'. Discusses acquaintances in Cambridge and notes that he has never seen Cambridge so full of visitors.