Was driven to Charlottesville, V[irgini]a at 2 P.M. Stayed at Stanley Woodward's farm beyond Monticello and a mile this side of Ashlawn. Had a most delightful week end.

Of course on the 4th had to take the plaudits of the populous [sic] but outside that no in convenience.

Mr. Woodward and his charming wife really know what protocol means-without the "stripped [sic] pants"

Visited Monroe's Ashland after the festivities and enjoyed it very much. This on July 4th.

Went back to the N[orth] of V[irgini]a at 5 P.M. July 4th to a party given by Adm[iral] Halsey to the press. Had a very pleasant time.