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(As written, as far as can be deciphered. Standard type shows writing by Lore. Italics indicate writing by the recipient of the letter, Rita Ferguson, née Perl, was Patrick - Lore's best friend from secondary school in High Barnet.)

Rachel d.o.b. 1948

29th July 1956

(aged 8)

Dear Rita

Today unfortunately, I have to give you very sad news. Rachel passed away a month ago.

Although she was carefully examined, nothing was found wrong with her, but at the post mortem it was discovered that she had an enlarged heart. If we had found out earlier nothing much could have been done.

Don’t ask me how I feel. Absolutely lost and nothing seems to have much point just now. I hope time will help.

I can’t write much yet; one day I shall tell you more fully.

At the end of August we’re moving to our new house at 78, West Hill, Wembley Park. Please address your future letters there. I will be at this present flat until that time.

I hope you and your family are well and happy.

If you have a moment please write.

Yours with love

Lore

Nuffield House
London

Balsa

Letter Front:

July 1956

Mrs and Frank Patrick
Street Address Removed
Melbourne
Australia

Sender’s name and address: Confino, 21 South Gdns. The Avenue, Wembley Park, Middx