Cary T. Grayson to Alice Gertrude Gordon Grayson
Title
Cary T. Grayson to Alice Gertrude Gordon Grayson
Creator
Grayson, Cary T. (Cary Travers), 1878-1938
Identifier
WWP15617
Date
1919 January 19
Source
Cary T. Grayson Papers, Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Staunton, Virginia
Language
English
Text
Dearest,
I was much pleased to receive your cable last night, although I was sorry to hear that my letters are so far apart. I have written you at least a line every day, but waited for the Embassy pouch to go as I have been informed that was the most direct and free from the Censor. I wrote little at first in fear of the Censor. As I replied by cable put the blame on the Postmaster General. I never let a day go by but that I pen a few words to my darling. It is the only way I can speak or substitute talking with you—but a powerful poor substitute—I hope the pictures reach you safely, and that they will afford you some interest. I am having an album made for Miss Edith and also one for you.
I have had a very charming evening with the great London Writer—AG Gardner. He is a treat to talk with. Uses fine language just as he writes. I got him to come over just to see the President. I am anxious for him to write about the President after he has come in contact with him—They are going to have him for lunch or dinner and a little visit afterwards. By this means he can get a glimpse of the real WW.
My association with the President over here has been the best ever. We often have heart to heart talks. He frequently says in what is your impression on so & so—And asks my help in many & varied ways. He tells others that I am great comfort to him. If that be so, that helps a lot to heal the feeling of the absence from you and Gordon. I miss you terribly, but I if I am accomplishing fine things that makes it easier and mu happier for me. Would that I could kiss you good-night,
CTG
I was much pleased to receive your cable last night, although I was sorry to hear that my letters are so far apart. I have written you at least a line every day, but waited for the Embassy pouch to go as I have been informed that was the most direct and free from the Censor. I wrote little at first in fear of the Censor. As I replied by cable put the blame on the Postmaster General. I never let a day go by but that I pen a few words to my darling. It is the only way I can speak or substitute talking with you—but a powerful poor substitute—I hope the pictures reach you safely, and that they will afford you some interest. I am having an album made for Miss Edith and also one for you.
I have had a very charming evening with the great London Writer—AG Gardner. He is a treat to talk with. Uses fine language just as he writes. I got him to come over just to see the President. I am anxious for him to write about the President after he has come in contact with him—They are going to have him for lunch or dinner and a little visit afterwards. By this means he can get a glimpse of the real WW.
My association with the President over here has been the best ever. We often have heart to heart talks. He frequently says in what is your impression on so & so—And asks my help in many & varied ways. He tells others that I am great comfort to him. If that be so, that helps a lot to heal the feeling of the absence from you and Gordon. I miss you terribly, but I if I am accomplishing fine things that makes it easier and mu happier for me. Would that I could kiss you good-night,
CTG
Original Format
Letter
To
Grayson, Alice Gertrude Gordon, 1892-1961
Files
Collection
Citation
Grayson, Cary T. (Cary Travers), 1878-1938, “Cary T. Grayson to Alice Gertrude Gordon Grayson,” 1919 January 19, WWP15617, Cary T. Grayson Papers, Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum, Staunton, Virginia.