Sharp diary 1918 page 126. Friday 3 May 1918 - Buena Vista
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Friday 3rd of May 1918
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Had an early breakfast and then took train to Loch Laird[?] thinking it would land us near Mrs Maddox’s dwelling but it only took us 3 or 4 hundred yards on the way and then turned us down to tramp the rest of the way. This time luck was on our side and we found Mrs M[addox] in and she sang several very beautiful tunes to us — she has not given us one bad tune. To-day, amongst others, she gave us the first good and complete version of the 2 Crows and also Green Bushes. Weather much the same as yesterday but rather warmer. On our return we did some shopping buying canned goods etc in preparation for our leaving for Natural Bridge by the 4.39. Lunched, rested, packed had tea and embarked on train arriving at the station at 6.15 and at the hotel — 3 miles away — at 6.30. Lovely place and very comfortable rooms but I am afraid we shan’t get any songs. Still it will be nice to get some decent food and rest and time to write up our books. Probably shall not stay beyond week end. Several people at the hotel and lovely country, but the hotel has clearly spoiled the immediate neighbourhood.Location
USA : Viginia : Buena Vista [0,0]
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