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Dr G R Fox FRCS confirms Cyril Banham's current health to be good following an operation and a period of convalescence

"My Lord, Fr Flynn of this town has asked me to write to you as to his condition - This is the 2nd time I have been called in for the same trouble - gastritis gastric catarrh or nervous depression - He is now progressing well but I have advised to take complete rest to thoroughly restore himself - He is a very highly strung and neurotic patient - but has no organic disease to account for these attacks - I would be very happy to insure his life - I think I have cheered him up & that he will return practically fit from his holidays - Very faithfully yours D J Rygate Surgeon"

manuscript annotation: "Should a man of his temperament take alcoholic drink, or abstain from it rigorously under all circumstances, esp. fro whisky & other ardent spirits?"

W E H Bull saw Fr Flynn this week - he is ill with influenza and his nervous system is completely run down. Consider it a personal favour if the Bishop gives his request urgent consideration for Fr Flynn to have two months off for complete rest. Fr Flynn leads a lonely life and this is worse since his sister died in December.
Manuscript annotation: "Answered. as also Ketterer C report annexed"

1 1/2d stamp; Addressed: "The Bishop of / Northampton / Bishops Palace / Northampton"

Writing for 5 Crescent Place, Egerton Gardens, London SW3. F K Gregory is an early 20th century artist.
4 paintings were loaned to Fr Lockyer who had agreed to give them wall space at St Michael's house. Hearing that Fr Lockyer has left Huntingdon, he asked for the painting to be returned. They have been taken away by Fr Lockyer. These four painting are the gems of his collection and he needs them back in order to show them at the next Academy [Royal Academy of Arts annual exhibition?]. He has had a sketchbook returned (which he accidentally left in Huntingdon) and sees that some female friends' images have been scribbled on and a moustache added. He also understands that Fr Lockyer has taken books left by him as a library for the Church in Huntingdon. He asks the bishop to intercede and arrange for the return of his property in a timely manner.
manuscript annotation (in red ink): "Sent Fr Lockyer's letter - pictures at Huntingdon"

Acknowledging Bp Keating's instructions to act for Southwold Misson, as informed by Fr Mason. Will was dated 31 March 1910. Lists beneficiaries of the Will, including Southwold Mission - £3,000 for the erection of a church and residence for the priest; £100 per annum; £100 legacy for Fr Mason. Mr William Auld has requested the papers relating to the Will, but solicitor thinks it not proper to release them until the probate has been granted.

R S Flynn (Fr Flynn's father) writes to inform the Bishop that his son has Bronchitis following on from Influenza. He might not be able to say mass on Sunday - the doctor hopes that he will. Mr Flynn, Snr. feels his son is too limp and washed out. Fr Page has been asked to help,but it is thought he too may be ill.
Manuscript annotation: "Answered. Too late to find a supply. Better stay in bed rather than risk after effects of "Flu" if Fr Page cannot help him."

J Day (St Joseph's, Farnborough Road, Farnborough, Hants) acknowledging Bishop's letter and informing the authorities of the appointment of Fr Flynn subject to conditions. He will not be required to say Mass on Sunday at Bircham Newton. The men are taken to Hunstanton in a tender.

J Day (St Joseph's, Farnborough Road, Farnborough, Hants) asking if Fr Flynn, as nearest RC clergy, could be the officiating clergyman for Air Force personnel at Bircham Newton. 14 Catholics on the airdrome - numbers may be increasing.
manuscript annotation: "Sqn 2 arrives in Summer [3 words illegible] ; but wd welcome extra stipend. Cd not guarantee quality or best of health."

Writing form Woodlands, South Wootton, King's Lynn.
She wishes to speak to the bishop during his visitation. This can be at any time as she is on the 'phone [Castle Rising 22]. Saw the bishop in peterborough in 1921at the request of Bishop Keating regarding her book "Faith & Duty" this resulted in a friendship with Mgr Duchemin. Always wanted to do something in education and wants to speak about that.
manuscript annotation: "Saw her. Mch 7/29"