It took about two years to teach him where to go for relief.
Sir D, much amused—reluctant to leave. Wrote to Connie later. Bed.
13th inst.:
Summoned by Sir D. H. Conference. Most interesting. Packed up. Of at 5 P. M., taking my eagle, Manitou. Wrote Constance.
14th inst.:
Paris. Yankees everywhere. Very ft. Have noticed no brag so far.
Wrote Constance.
20th inst.:
Paris. Yanks, Yanks, Yanks. And 'thanks' rimes. I said so to one of 'em. 'No,' said he, 'Tanks' is the proper rime—British Tanks!' Neat and modest. Wrote Connie.
21st inst.:
Manitou and I are off. Most interesting quest I ever engaged in.
Wrote to my wife.