16 September 1936
To Dad · Canada House, Trafalgar Square, London, S.W.1
TRAFALGAR SQUARE,
LONDON, S.W.1.
VISITORS' WRITING ROOM
Dear Dad:
Received a letter from Reading today explaining accommodation. The inclusive charge for accommodation and board is £2.10.0d ($15) per week, to which there are no extras and the services of a "batman" are included (N.R.). The residence is called Hawkhurst.
I am to report to chief flying instructor Flight Lieutenant Moin, receive standing and flying orders, issue of flying clothing and publications, fitting of flying helmets, etc.
Then I am to be handed over to a flying instructor.
"Alcoholic refreshments may be obtained during restricted hours at moderate prices."
Lights out at 2300 hours - 11:00 p.m.
Pupil pilots and Officers of the Reserve must at all times use the Main Front Entrance; the back entrance being for other ranks.
Mess accounts. These will be rendered weekly and must be settled on the same day. The nonpayment of bills will be regarded with much disfavour at Headquarters.
Laundry. Articles to be sent to the laundry should be put in the box provided, ready for collection on Wednesday mornings. Each trainee will be provided with a laundry box and account book, the latter to be completed by the Batman on counting the items. Charges for laundry will be included in the weekly mess account.
Today I have exactly enough money to pay next week's board bill after paying for my washing bill, so I hope to get some money somewhere. Will wire today.
Your loving son
- Bill
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BILL