Series 02: Anne Donnell diary, 29 December 1917 - 31 January 1919 - Page 208

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[Page 208]

October 22 Tuesday
Yesterday (Trafalgar Day) Oscar Asche and his wife 'Lily Brayton' entertained 600 Australians wounded at the Chu-Chin-Chow – and several Sisters – As it was my day off I was offered a ticket & went – It was simply beautiful & everybody enjoyed it so. I had a seat 10/6 in the front Stall with the Troops. At the first interval tea sandwiches & cakes were handed around and enjoyed. Then when it was over every Soldier was handed a packet of cigarettes 'Players' with Oscar Asches compliments. It was a most enjoyable day – and Mr Asche is going to try &

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