GEORGE V. (1865-1936). King of the United Kingdom and Emperor of India (1910-36). Autograph Letter Signed, “George R.I.”, on crested and imprinted Buckingham Palace stationery. Two pages [front and back], octavo. London, June 27, 1925. Excellent condition. To “My dear Edith” [Edith Amelia Ward, C.B.E. (1872-1956). Lady Wolverton, after her marriage in 1895]. George writes: “How kind of you to send me two of those charming electric lamps, like the ones I admired in your house at Newmarket. I thank you so much for your kind thought. I am looking forward to seeing you at Newmarket next week and I hope you will allow me to dine with you on Wednesday night as usual. I trust it may be warmer by then. I am rather tired as I have had so much to do lately. Believe me very sincerely yours, George R.I.”
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