January 18, 1939. My dear King George:- I have Just received word from Canada that they are expecting you and Her Majesty to arrive at Niagara Falls, Ontario, at about 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June seventh, leaving Canada and entering the United States at about 9;30 P.M. that evening. This will give you an excellent chance to see the Falls by daylight and also to see them electrically lighted just before you leave. It is planned that your train will arrive in Washington the following morning, Thursday, shortly before noon. For the rest of that day and the next day, Friday, I suggest either of the following alternate plans, subject, of course, to any omissions or additions you may care to make. PLAN I Thursday, June 8th. 11:30 A.M. arrive at White House 12.30 P.M. motor to Navy Yard and go on board my small yacht USS POTOMAC, lunch on board while proceeding down the river to Mount Vernon-- a distance of about eighteen miles. Go ashore at Mount Vernon, visit the house, lay a wreath on President Washington's Tomb and motor back to the White House where we would have family tea and give you a couple of hours of rest. 8:00 P.M. State Dinner |