The Letters

  • Jun 21, 1932-from Martha to James

    Dear Jim, I just got thru with my turn at the buck saw. Each morning while it is cool, we saw enough wood to last 1 or 2 days. It is 8:45 A.M. and we have breakfast and dishes out of the way and the children have their letters written. I’m afraid I can’t depend…

  • Jun 22, 1932-from Ruth to James

    Dear Daddy, We are waiting for a letter from yow. We are wondering if you got home alright. yesterday morning John and mother and I sawed wood. I got sunburned more than ever. And, John and mother said my neck was as red as fire. Today mother and I found a flower garden in front.…

  • Jun 23, 1932-from John to James

    Dear Daddy I sure wish that I would here from you this morning Ruth and I went out and played in the woods then we made forts out of little tiny oak trees I made a bow that was taller than I am. and made six arros Mr. Shaw came over and gave us two…

  • Jun 23, 1932-from James to Ruth

    Dear Ruth, I believe you are making a regular dollie out of the kitten. I wish you had the little doll carriage. I bet he would like to ride in it too and be all tucked in like a regular baby. Your garden is nice. Am going to have radishes out of it for my…

  • Jun 23, 1932-from James to John

    Dear John I got your nice letter and map. Hope you can see one of those little deer some day so you can write to me about it. I am glad that you help Mother saw wood for that is a big help. I bet you keep the wood box filled. Has the old cat…