It would be as well to repair this omission before forwarding them to me, and I am sure that you will take this extra trouble cheerfully.

I am aware, of course, that some of the best judges declare that a picture loses some of its quality when seen through glass.

But it preserves them, and we should always be ready and willing to sacrifice a portion of our own pleasure for the benefit of posterity.

France demands it of us .-- A.

L." The Duke laughed, and said, "Really, this is extraordinarily funny.