Fr Ford has no doubt reported to the Bishop regarding plans for chapel at Gillingham Hall. Applying for an Altar stone (and measurements) for the Altar being made in London.
manuscript annotation: "1ft & 1/8" [size of altar stone?]

Thanks the Bishop for the measurements of the altar stone - no need of it in London - but obliged if Canon Duckett or Fr Ford could take it to Bungay where Fr Guy would look after until ready for Gillingham. Cheque enclosed for offering and cover cost.

Captain Curties is not all he seems. Fr Wrigglesworth explains, at length, the problems he has with this man. Fr W has tried to accommodate this man's wishes (see story about the chalice). In fact Fr W suggests that reparation, etc. should be made to him by Captain Curtis after the mischief he and his agents have brought to this congregation. God will put everything right in his own time.

Will now proceed with estimates, tenders, etc. Asks permission to erect a Lady Altar to "Our Lady of Pity". Expects an increase in congregation in the next year. Would Bishop pray for the repose of the soul of Fr Mason's mother?

Need £14-5-0 out of Mission's funds to pay for electric lighting in the new church and presbytery. Altar, awaiting estimates, can be built for when the church is opened and consecrated by the Bishop. Lack of labour hinders work progress. Accepted masses from Fr Demford of Westminster [list not present]. "We have been left in peace here for some time now, but a ship was blown up off here last Saturday."

Mrs Eyre of Hampstead has to give up her private chapel and has offered an altar. Fr Martindale believes that the East is very poor and might it be of use there?
Manuscript annotation: " Ans. Many thanks. Am writing to the East coast. Have written to [indecipherable], Aldeburgh."

Glad the Bishop likes the idea of the Altar and provides dimensions for the altar and predella. 6 candlesticks and 2 side-curtains come with it.
Manuscript annotation: "Let me have this back when I see you"

Requests faculties for reception of two converts. Considering an appeal to create a memorial to Canon Eeles - perhaps a stone High Altar. When in Rome in May,may try to obtain indulgences for those who visit the shrine. The lamps at the shrine are a heavy cost to the mission.
manuscript annotation: "Ansd. Sent forms. Re 1. Careful about receiving children unless you are sure of someone who will be responsible for them later. 2. Convince[?] your principal people as to Altar, etc. 3. Go warily about Shrine! Mch 18/27."

Proposing new altar in memory of Fr Allen. Sends sketch. It will be suitable for new church when built. Describes it. No difficulty in raising money for it. Artist is the one who did the Stations of the Cross. Total cost about £50. Sorry about Bishop's indisposition.
Bishop annotation: "gradine too high in proportion to the altar. Whole is ??? Sent back drawings March 10 1931".

Asks Fr Clare to follow architect's measurements. He cannot pass drawing as it is. Tells him to bring artist to his ideas. Asks for proper drawing of new design for him to decide whether to pass it. Altar table too narrow for corporal & missal stand.

Bishop returns drawing of Altar. He does not like it; it is too like a couple of boxes. Those he showed it to thought it was a vestment chest & liked it as such. But, if Fr Clare wants it, has found money for it & subscribers like it, he can have it.

Pleased Bishop agrees with him about height of altar piece. He has had great tussle with artist as she made it higher in the sketch & some priests were in favour. Architect agreed it should be lower. Sacristan will then be able to put candles on altar without using steps.

Bishop has thanked Ely Council Education Committee regarding Religious Instruction for RC children. Fr Lydiate must ensure children attend and get back to school on time to avoid complaints. An altar stone secured for the Italian Camp - 30 shillings credited to account by Fr Hunting (manuscript annotation) - Bishop regards it as his when use finished. Plans for a potential church sent, Bishop wants Fr Lydiate to study them. Similar church in North Walsham built just before the war and Fr Lydiate encouraged to go and see it. Councillor Mallet is written to about jewellery. Return of chalice - check it is satisfactory and if it has been fire-gilt. Fr Mortimer Flanagan will be claiming back his furniture from March when he starts at Swaffham. Bishop hopes Fr Lydiate will be able to make suitable arrangements for his own furniture.

The architect will provide sketch plans and then draw up the actual drawings. Likes the idea of a shutoff altar and sanctuary. Need to update the signatories for the bank account as Fr Ketterer is no longer here.

Roof soon to be finished. Considering a new Tabernacle for £25 and a new simple oak table with four supports for the altar - this will suffice until a more permanent can be obtained. In discussion with Mr Hastings about the provision of altar rails which had been ruled out to save cost. Hopes that the new (it will be so after so many changes) is nearing completion and will visit next week. Offers to say masses for the Cathedral Fund - only ten Mass intentions at present.

37 High Street must be modernised. £939 cost; grant from District Council of £400; grant on own house of £400; plus whatever from pools. Has the tablets for the privileged altars at Wells, Walsingham, Burnham Market and the Slipper Chapel. Can the Bishop grant a faculty for one or all of these?
manuscript ps: "The wording for the altars is ALTARE PRIVILEGIATUM"

Enclosed [not present] copies of Red Mount Chapel prints found in the Norwich Central Library local history collection.
May obtain better copies if more closely involved with the building.

Possibility of reconsecrating the altar on 18 June? Calling it the "Re-opening Anniversary Ceremonies". King's Lynn Council of Churches share responsibility with looking after Red Mount. Churches to assemble at 6.45, then process along Broad Walk, Salvation Army band leads as they go to Red Mount. Provides a list of actions for the event.
manuscript p.s. "I would be grateful if you would come to our Src.[?] Centre [crossed out: for a cup of tea] afterwards for refreshment and inf. ch w p's [informal chat with parishioners]"

Will present the estimates to the Finance Board. Has not forgotten the altar consecration on 30th November. What are you financial resources for what you intend doing?

Wants people to go to Walsingham and pay a reasonable price and so cover expenses. Also wants to commence repayment of the Diocesan loan to the Shrine. Cannot appeal "in vauco" indefinitely therefore must start soon with outside altar.