Monday 16th October 1933

Making litho now – not gum. The process is a good deal simpler but as the litho has to be kept at a constant temperature for several hours, we have to work an ordinary shift and an early shift each day. I am on early shift tomorrow. Have set the alarm for 3.15 a.m. It is now 8.45 p.m. and I’m just going to sleep. (if possible). By the bed, ready for the morning, are: a thermos of tea, milk, box of sandwiches and half a block of chocolate. I hope I can sleep now and wake then!