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Hotel Des Indes
La Haye

July 11th, 1902.

My dear Colonel:-

The long hoped for change for the better in Mr. Whistler's health has been slightly noticeable during the last two days, and this morning the improvement is very marked. The doctor now assures us of his recovery, and possibly with almost as much rapidity as occurred when he was stricken. He now breathes quite regularly, his mind is clear, the dreadful swellings are disappearing and his cough is very much less severe. The twenty-one days have been filled with gloom and misery and we are all encouraged and brighter this morning.

As soon as I can be spared, i.e. can be of no further use, I shall go to some quiet spot for a week's rest, which is much needed, and then, when free of excessive nervousness, I will plan my future movements. If I feel quite up to it I shall probably go to Capri by rail. If on the other hand the trip seems too long I may go to one of the Dutch sea side resorts for a couple of weeks and then go to Paris and London for short visits after which sail for home.

Of course, I have abandoned Spain, and in my present wearied state I have little interest in anything outside of rest.

With all good wishes to you and yours,

Always sincerely
Freer

Long hand.