Mother, Indianapolis, to Ruth, Wawasee Lake, Indiana, 1907 August 13 (postmark)
Scope and Contents
The envelope contains three letters and a folded note. (1) Mentions Mr. Ott reading to Papa, her [Mother] going to church with Grandfather, and the boys being gone all day. (2) “So you fell out of a wagon”. (3) Acknowledges receiving Ruth’s letter telling of the “Cramps”; mentions Harold’s attraction to Susanne, and possibly having to buy a horse, if the auto is sold; “don’t get crazy about boys, for they are not worth being crazy about”. (Note) “Papa has a secret to tell you when you get home”.
Dates
- Creation: 1907 August 13 (postmark)
Creator
- From the Collection: Thompson, Ruth (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 2.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository