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Brief note discussing Philip going to Glenhead to learn sheep farming after failing exams; family uncertain about his future career path

Letter from Ruth Crockett to Marion

Ruth writes personally to Marion who with John loved Crockett well; shock sudden and blow heavy, all stunned; husband dead and in coffin, sent over…

Letter from S.R. Crockett to A.P. Watt

Agrees Paget should handle second serial and unsold serial rights in USA; reports just returned from hills recruiting; finishing 'Pernicketty Town'…

Letter from S.R. Crockett to John and Marion

Date Uncertain Responds to their letters with gratitude; proposes Philip visit Galloway to look around before deciding; mentions Sproat (married…

Letter from S.R. Crockett to John and Marion

Asks John and Marion to take son Philip (18½) as apprentice sheep farmer; describes Philip as strong, earnest, truthful, eager to work; offers to pay…