“My dearest father,

“Your generous gift was welcome as a sign that you might think worse of me. I return it, but should you think fit to invest it for the benefit of the little chap (we call him Jolly), who bears our Christian and, by courtesy, our surname, I shall be very glad.

“I hope with all my heart that your health is as good as ever.

“Your loving son,

“Jo.”

“My dearest father,