Typed letter signed : London, to Francis King, 1959 May 2.

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Typed letter signed : London, to Francis King, 1959 May 2.

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Saying that he was glad to learn King had left Greece and moved to Japan; thanking King for offering him a place to stay in Japan, but explaining, "I never stay with anyone as I prefer to be on my own"; giving details of his trip to Japan; asking for a hotel recommendation.

1 item (2 p.) ; 17.8 cm.

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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