Discusses the scheme of sending tenant farmers to South Africa aided by a grant from either the South African or British governments. This would assist farmers of smaller capital. Praises Col. Morris and hopes he will be suitably replaced, asks again for financial assistance (E400).

Hopes to effect an agreement with the Kendrew people in advertising campaign.

Thanks Crewe for his letters and articles which ably express the South African Party position. Agrees that the Nationalists have caused alarm by references to sovereign independence, interference with the civil service, Hertzog's speech at Stellenbosch and flag proposals.

Praises Crewe's thoughtful reference to J.H. Hofmeyr. Is not clear on Crewe's reference to the native vote. Agrees that the Natal section is wrong in wishing to petition the King and so alienate the "loyal Dutch". Is amused by the Labour reference to the idea of two flags instead of one.

Vigilance Committee to cake no action regarding the rebels.

Opposed to Cheap Wine Licences Bill. Also warned Sauer about the danger of imposing excessive rates on the town and on goods going by bullock wagon. Is leaving Cape Town on the 9th September.

Discusses means of punishing rebels and working out damage assessment.

Long concludes, from Crewe's account, that Botha has "made a mess of things". Merriman's influence is evident in the election of Molteno as Speaker. Botha will be unable to govern with the doubtful support of Merriman and his party.

Jameson's party should therefore be strengthened. Long hopes that Natal will join the Progressive Party and congratulates Crewe on his administrative abilities. Long laments the fact that in Britain the Unionist Party is seriously weakened. In the elections the Radicals will again be victorious and Home Rule is being advocated by them.

Enquires about Betts illness.

Cancellation of luncheon date, due to Crewe's visit to Sydney Buxton.

Comments on the British political situation. Will try to help Crewe's friend, Mr. Steer. Expresses distrust of Logan, Stuart and Smuts. Is pleased at the enthusiasm shown for the British Royalty during the Jubilee celebrations. Kipling's son-in-law entering the Conservative Party. Personal news.

Kipling feels that the war in German South West Africa will do much to strengthen loyalty to the Empire, in South Africa. Kipling gives a description of conditions in Britain and expresses various opinions of the war.