Christmas Re-union by Sir Andrew Caldecott

Sir Andrew Caldecott (1884-1951), a distinguished British civil servant born in Boxley, Kent, ventured into the realm of fiction following his retirement from the colonial administration. Educated at Uppingham School and Exeter College, Oxford, Caldecott's administrative career in Malaya, including roles as Acting Governor of the Straits Settlements and Governor of Hong Kong, showcased his diplomatic skills.
Beyond his administrative prowess, Caldecott's multifaceted life included presidencies in football associations, a governorship during World War II in Ceylon, and a unique talent for settling ethnic disputes in Malaya.
After marrying Olive Mary Innes in 1918 and, following her passing, Evelyn May Palmer in 1946, Caldecott embraced various hobbies, including writing, and authored two collections of supernatural fiction, "Not Exactly Ghosts" (1947) and "Fires Burn Blue" (1948), marking his late foray into the world of ghost stories.
These tales, inspired by M. R. James, masterfully convey a sense of unease by transforming the ordinary into the unnerving, reaffirming Caldecott's literary legacy beyond his administrative achievements.

[@thurayya8905]

This is an interesting story that I probably wouldn't have heard without you. Lovely little Christmas present, thank you!

[@danjsy]

That was fun thanks, a welcome addition!

[@classicdetective]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Story-Voracious66]

Oh wow! Another treat. ❣️

[@cathymartinmcgoey3855]

Excellent Thankyou

[@classicdetective]

So nice of you

[@MaggieatPlay]

Delightful! Thank you, Tony!

[@ainemoroney9965]

Young Harold made the story - love your performance Tony!

[@classicdetective]

Young Harold! What a lad

[@vanillasuncherries]

Thank you ❤

[@classicdetective]

Welcome!

[@lindapreater840]

Extremely good fantastic ❤

[@jared1870]

Perfect for the season. Thank you.

[@classicdetective]

Glad you enjoyed

[@rosiemcnaughton9933]

I've heard this story, but I can't remember who read it. I like it, even with its "faults". Thank you, as always.

[@lisascatpack]

Tony walker, classic ghost stories.

[@rosiemcnaughton9933]

@@lisascatpack 👍Thanks. Makes sense.

[@martiwilliams4592]

Really creepy! Very enjoyable, thank you, Tony! Would like to hear more Caldecott,, please. Not familier with his work.

[@clairegreenaway9653]

Loving these stories Tony !!!

[@susanrascone2098]

Supremes says “Up, up and away!”

[@classicdetective]

I think The Supremes did have a song like that

[@lunablue745]

It's odd to me that the parents and children were not at all weirded out by Father Christmas' rather creepy tidings. I'd be ready to yeet it out of there!

[@classicdetective]

indeed. fancy ordering father christmas from harrods!

[@ropeburnsrussell]

Wrong channel,Tony. But i liked it.

[@hypnojon32]

Superman said: Up Up and AWAYYYYYY!!! Although, in the modern DCU and really past the 1980's, I don't think I've heard them make him say that anymore. It's a bit dated

[@electrictofumuffins6384]

Character assassination motivated by jealousy. Poor Mr. Love overheard their discussing him and that was what really.prompted him to leave early....that and their bratty children who only want him there because he gives expensive presents. The telegram was just a business matter. It was only coincidence that Mr. Love fell to his death later that day, being a foreigner and unused to the underground and the hectic nature of holidays travel. The Santa was a thief who'd earlier posed as a salesman. The thief, spooked by the death of his fellow traveler changed his mind about plans to later rob the house.

[@classicdetective]

you know, i think you’ve got it

[@susanrascone2098]

Or was it superman?

[@TedaR]

“Up up & away” isn’t it?

[@classicdetective]

It is!

[@mariameere5807]

I love this channel and I just discovered it tonight! I want to “just for fun” have creative writing classes, as I always loved English at school and it was the only subject that I was passionate about (they didn’t have theology or philosophy until Uni) but I have forgotten most of what we learned but it has been a very long time to be fair! At least 10 years! (Lol 😂 just a white lie there.) but believe it or not I got an A star in the equivalent of the Irish A levels! And I read Agatha Christie obsessively when I was 12/13 years old! So imagine my joy when I looked through this channel and discovered that you can learn it on this channel! Thank you so much, tony for this genius story and Jasper for creating a channel with lovely mysteries! I love a good “whodunnit!” 😅🙏🫶 ♥️✨👑✨♥️

[@TedaR]

Well done! Ty, I enjoyed it. ❤ the image! Btw Tony, Matthew Jones is primarily found on Webnode now. Jic you are interested. I’m strictly speaking for myself, he has no idea of my recommendation. 😊

[@classicdetective]

I didn’t know much about Webnode. I’ve visited his site . I’ve never actually been in contact with him so I’m a bit shy