Mary T. Hill Diary (1897)

Mary T. Hill Diary 1897

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Friday January 1 A soft dull Springlike day. So warm that wraps are a burden. Snow all melted even the ice gone and green grass to be seen in many places. Papa and Walter spend the day at North Oaks. Clara Charlotte and Louis attended a Breakfast given by Mr. and Mrs. Lightner. Expecting to go to Church I spent the day at home. Wrote to Mrs. Manvel Mr. Schiff ect [sic]. Mamie and Samuel came down in the evening looking very well. Louis came in at dinner time not feeling well complained of pain near appendix. Mr. Geo. L. Becker called in evening. Saturday January 2 Clear and colder this morning. Roads all frozen dry. Louis feels better slept well. Dr. thinks trouble biliousness. Received Arch Bishop Irelands “The Church and Modern Society” from himself with his autograph. Louis so well in afternoon that he went over to see Mr. Dahlgren and found him better. Charlotte Ruth and Walter went to see Prisoner of Zenda at matinee. Mrs. Horace Bigelow sr. called in afternoon. I went to see little Gertrude Harris found her so informed and happy. Arch Bishop Ireland called in evening. Walter went to a party at Mrs. Dorans. Sunday January 3 On awakening this morning found it was snowing and had been for some time. Not cold 20 above zero at 10 a.m. We went to the Cathedral to Mass and to hear the Arch Bishop preach. A sermon on conscience. Louis all right and feeling well to day.

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Monday January 4 Colder snowing a little. Telegram from Mr. Moore saying the girls will leave for St. Paul tomorrow via Penn R. Walter made most of his last day at home with Dollie. The ponies and King Trilby and Prince. Jim, Louis and Walter went East this evening. Walter back to Mr. Siglars School the others with Mr. Mr. J. Stevens on a business trip.

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Tuesday January 5 A beautiful bright cold winter morning. Papa answered Mr. Moores telegram and will send car to Chicago for Ruth and Faith. A letter from Mrs. Cannon say Mrs. Moore is in better health than of late. She is at Lakewood. In the afternoon many caller and at six oclock Papa Clara Charlotte and I went to Edwina Winters Marriage to Mr. Pemberton Smith of Buffalo N. Y. Later the girls and I went to hear Halis the Violinist (Florence Lampreys Teacher.) Wednesday January 6 Another Bright beautiful winter day fine sleighing. Very busy all day cleaning thoroughly the Library and preparing rooms for the Moore girls. In the afternoon I called on Mrs. J. Parker, Mrs. J. S. Prince jr. Mrs. Ramsey and then went to Reception at Mrs. Langfords

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in honor of the bride her sons wife. After dinner Papa and I went to call on Mrs. Dahlgren Mr. D. is recovering. This morning Papa went to call on Mr. T. L. Schurmier who is not well. Thursday January 7 A bright lovely morning not so cold as yesterday. Ruth and Faith Moore came in the morning with their maid. After breakfast I went out to see Charlie Holt his wife said the Doctor feared he might pass away last night. He seemed bright and cheerful. In the afternoon went to assist Mrs. D. C. E. Smith at her Tea. In the evening papa dined at the Club to meet Mr. Smith father of Miss Winters husband. Girls interested in learning the old dance Varsoviana.

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Friday January 8 A glorious morning. At 10 a.m. Samuel telephoned asking me to go see little James who is recovering from bronchitas [sic]. I found him quite comfortable up and dressed but not himself. May [Shenahon?] Hart is visiting Mamie. I had a delightful drive although sleighing is not good. In the afternoon I went to Mrs. Spencers Tea in honor of the bride Mrs. Langford. I saw Mr. Spencer and was surprised to find him looking so well. Heard Mrs. J. Parker fell last evening and broke her arm. Mr. and Mrs. Wrenn Goodrich Manvel called this evening on their way West.

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Saturday January 9 A mild pleasant day. In the afternoon went out to see Charlie Holt met Father Gleason there and found Charlie quiet and hopeful as ever. Last evening Dr. and Mrs. Smith brought Mr. and Mrs. _ _ _ {Marks made by Mrs. Hill} Smith of Buffalo to call. Bishop Gilbert happened to be here came time. James is better to day. Mamie and Mrs. Hart came down to girls Tea for the Moore girls. Miss Gordon sang and Florence Lamprey played so all passed off nicely. I hear Mr. T. L Schurmeier is still ill and confined to his room a letter from Walter.

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Sunday January 10 A bright delightful morning and a mild day. Samuel came down to go to the farm with papa. Mr. Guthrie went also. Called to enquire for Mr. T. L. Schurmier and I found he is still poorly. Mr. Guthrie took dinner with us. Girls played Geography Game until bed-time after dinner. Letters yesterday from Paris and from Pauline Ferguson from Florence. Monday January 11 A lovely morning bright and not very cold. Wrote to Walter after breakfast. After answering some notes was busy all forenoon about the house putting things and places in order. Sent Walter a package. Received a pleasant letter from Mr. Siglar in regard to Walter. Papa has heard from Jim and Louis to day. Afternoon made some visits of obligation. Tea calls ect [sic]. Girls are going to Miss Whites to card party this evening. Ruth Moore and Clara Faith Charlotte Ruth and I played at home.

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Tuesday January 12 Quite cold zero at 8 a.m. Wind not high but uncomfortable Eastern. Was out little over half an hour not cold yet came back with symtoms [sic] of neuralgia. Mrs. C. C. Smith spent nearly the whole afternoon here many others called. So fatigue adds to the symtoms [sic]. Clara and Ruth Moore went to a buffet luncheon at Mrs. Tomkins so did Faith. In honor of Mrs. Pierce. Ruth and Francis Tarbox went to Mamies to luncheon and say James looks far from himself. Neuralgia to night in left side of head and shoulder.

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Wednesday January 13 A mild slightly cloudy day. Busy all morning as usual and worked to put magazines of accumulated members and other odds and ends in order. Letters from Walter to papa to Charlotte and to myself. He seems quite excited and interested at seeing an ice Boat. This afternoon made some more visits. Went to inquire for Theodore Schurmeier and found he was out and gone to the office. The Moore girls seem to enjoy everything skating dancing card playing and all. Auntie Phelps was here to day. Said Gertie went 10 days ago. Less neuralgia but head ache tonight. Thursday January 14 This has been a pleasant day not cold. Busy all morning as ever and in particular putting my desk in order. How letters accumulate! To say nothing of other matter. This afternoon after attending to some errands down town I called on Mrs. Dr. C. C. Smith we talked of Carl and Walter. Then I went to Mrs. Foggs reception. I was asked to assist. I hear there were nine hundred invitations. I think all accepted. Afterwards I called to inquire for Mr. Dahlgren. He is thought to be better. Louis came home this morning was not well while away. We went to Mr. Bradstreets Lecture on Japan this evening the views were interesting.

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Friday January 15 A very mild morning. Auntie and I took train at 8.15 {9.15?} for Rochester and arrived there at one thirty very tired. Part of the way car so very hot. Found Sarah looking pretty well but mentally no better. Saw Flora and Mr. Weide neither any better. In the evening went to hear Gertie play the violin. Good sleighing at Rochester. Met a Father Fitzgerald friend of Aunties on train.

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Saturday January 16 A very cloudy morning and very mild. Trees looked beautiful in their greyness and the misty atmosphere of frost. Arrived home at 1135 to learn that Charlie Holt passed away last night at midnight. No surprise. Have been out to see Mrs. Holt. Snowing very fast a wet snow. In the evening went to hear Townsend Bangs and Mrs. [McEnry?] Stewart read from their Books. A deep snow has fallen and still falling. Mrs. Gilbert died this a.m. of pneumonia (Cass Gilberts mother.) Was so fatigued after yesterdays journey that I could scarcely keep up until bed time after the Reading. Sunday January 17

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Still snowing at 8 a.m. but mild yet greatest snow storm of the season. Wrote to Walter and to Mrs. Cannon. After luncheon then went to Charlies funeral (Edward Monroe Holt.) He was buried from the Fuller St. Colored Church. I did not know we had so many colored people here. At four p.m. turning colder and blowing. Papa stayed in all day. Storm was so bad last evening that we were obliged to give up going to Mamies to dine. We were sorry to disappoint them. Moore girls are enjoying the progress of snow storm a new experience for them. Papa had a letter from Mrs. F. B. Clarke from [Roune?].

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Monday January 18 12 below zero early a.m. Much colder this morning at 7 oclock 8 below zero. Jim returned this morning after an absence of two weeks. Still looks like more snow. Considerable trouble on Rail Roads from snow. Meeting of Historical Society this evening at which papa makes an address on Agriculture. At 8 p.m. growing cold but a clear bright beautiful night. Girls make up skating party Harriet Tighe going with them. Samuel came down to meeting and came home with papa for a few minutes. My ear troubles me. Tuesday January 19 14 below zero early this a.m. An ideal winter day such bright sun shine. Busied myself all forenoon in trunk room ect [sic]. Am suffering from some ear ache following neuralgia the last week. Mrs. Holt came in this morning she told me the old man who sang “Some Sweet Day by and by” at the funeral is over 70 that his name is Luca. He has remarkable voice yet. I have just come back from Mrs. Gilberts funeral service. It was very brief no music or singing. Girls are going to card party at Mrs. Hands. Ear still troublesome. Charlotte quite excited over Grace Greenleafs engagement to Mr. Drummond of St. Louis. {At top of page in Louis’ handwriting: #240 Summit}

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Wednesday January 20 Warm and looks like a thaw. Ear so painful that I consulted Dr. Smith he sent me to Dr. Williams who says it is from microbe. I believe that is his fad. Fact remains that it is a gathering whatever the cause. Dr. W. treated it with electricity. Ruth Moore delighted over winning 1st. prize at the Cinch party last night. Snowing all afternoon. In the evening we went to the Concert Mr. R. Gordon got up for the benefit of the Boat Club. Miss C. Gordon sang charmingly and Florence played surprisingly well. It was all a great success in every way. Very cold night. {On back Memoranda page of diary is notation for Jan. 20th: Clara is taking work to Good Shepard Sisters. } Thursday January 21 Quite a mild morning. Turned cold in the afternoon and snowed toward evening. At bed time was blowing a gale. Louis Charlotte Ruth Moore and Faith went to Mrs. Wrights High Tea in honor of a Miss Randall who is visiting here. Mamie was here all afternoon. We had a long talk of her friend Mrs. Greenleaf who has not been real well of late. Mr. and Mrs. Eric B. Dahlgren went East this evening. He for treatment Mrs. D. said he was very well considering. Ear ached so much that I could not go out in afternoon. Dr. Williams treated my ear with Electricity a new method.

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Friday January 22 4 below zero this morning and most disagreeable forenoon so windy. Stewart Brice spent day with Jim. Jim is having a siege at the dentists. Busy all afternoon getting papas things ready to go East. Harriet Tighe and Emma Gotzian helped the girls all afternoon to make favors for the German they will give the Moore girls Wednesday evening. Will Farington came home with papa just to say “how do you do” before he leaves to be married. Papa went East this evening. Mr. Gordon gives the girls a sleigh ride to Town and Country Club this evening it is so cold they must wear all they can get on or they will freeze.

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Saturday January 23 10 below zero this morning at 8. And yet it was not so disagreeable as Thursday. Girls did not freeze and enjoyed evening very well. Telegram from Mr. Moore says girls may stay awhile longer. Too cold this afternoon for skating the girls thought. Clara Ruth and Francis Tarbox have worked all day on German favors. Crinkled paper hats – ect [sic]. Wrote Walter Mr. Siglar and sent Will Faringtons cards to papa. Ruth Moore came home happy at winning first prize at piquot at Nellie Finches card party. {On back Memoranda page of diary is notation; Put up clear curtains in Library this afternoon Jan. 23rd.}

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Sunday January 24 A bright beautiful morning to look out on but very cold. 10 below zero in the sun on breakfast rooms window at 9 a.m. Was 28 earlier – and promise of colder. Not as many at Mass this morning as usual. Ruth Moore and Ruth Hill thought they would try the sensation of a short walk in such temperature three blocks sufficed. Ruth Hill froze her cheeks. Telegram from papa he reached New York well. Wrote Vallie Sister Clara Agnes Mr. Moore papa and some notes. 25 below zero at 11 p.m. House just as comfortable as possible in all parts. Mamie Samuel and Mr. Brewster called in the evening Mr. B. on way to New York.

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Monday January 25 Another perfect winter day such sun shine brilliant sun dogs yesterday afternoon. 42 below zero in Montana yesterday – general low thermometers all over States. At 9 a.m. 25 below zero here 13 below zero in sun shine was 30 below early this a.m. And yet at 8 this morning and indeed all night the house was comfortable. Louis did not seem to feel well in the evening. Letter from Walter to Clara quite characteristic of him. Jim spent another day at Dentists. Went out at noon and found it very cold indeed. Tuesday January 26 Still dazzlingly bright sun shine and very cold. Thermometers varied during the nigh according to exposure from 24 to 33 below zero. To day below all day. Telegram from papa saying he was well. Louis seems well this morning. Quite a number called this afternoon. To day is Mr. Uphams birthday. Mrs. Upham spent afternoon with me. Girls are busy selecting quotations for a figure of this German. They have fancy crinkled paper hats Tommy Atkins hats, flowers, pin cushions beads, nets fur clippings.

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Wednesday January 27 Still cold and bright 19 below zero this early morning. Some of our neighbors suffered from busted and frozen pipes. The Jeffersons and the Wayerhausers. Serious not to be able to have a fire such weather. Busy all day preparing for the German this evening. The favors really are most effective all together. Grace Greenleaf and Ethel Morrison came down from Minneapolis to spend the night. Samuel and Mamie squire late for a short while. German passed off beautifully indeed. Mr. C. W. Gordon a fine leader. Judge and Mrs. Young Mr. F. B. Clark Mrs. Finch honored the young people by coming.

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Thursday January 28 A lovely morning milder but 3 below early and so bright. Girls slept late but awakened very well have been walking riding and skating to day. Mr. Menzies just arrived to day. Spent a portion of this afternoon at Mrs. Welles. Invitations came to papa and to me to day from President and Mrs. Cleveland to attend four entertainments at the White house next month. Friday January 29 Not so cold 7 below at breakfast a perfect day. Telegram from papa saying he was well. Went to luncheon at Mrs. Wm. B. Deans and then called on Mrs. Upham found her quite poorly of bronchial trouble. Gertrudes Baby a fine little girl now. She goes home tomorrow. President elect McKinleys 54 birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Newman called in the evening. Girls enjoyed skating to Music this evening. Ruth Moore and Faith Moore were not inclined to try the sport.

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Saturday January 30 A delightful morning only three below early and away above zero all day. Ruth and Faith Moore with Clara drove to Minneapolis. Charlotte Ruth and I went up on Interurban car to take luncheon with Mamie. We found Mary James and all well. Grace Greenleaf joined us there. And Samuel came home to luncheon in compliment to guests. Gertrude received letters from Walter to day. Telling her of his going first to see Herman. He likes Kelly better. After going to St. Marys to day telegraphed papa. Mr. Roberts President of the Penn R. R. died to day Penn. Mrs. Frorepaugh entertains girls at supper and skating. Jim. Mr. Hunt and Mr. Armstrong left for Bay City this evening to attend Will Faringtons wedding Fe. 4th.

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Sunday January 31 Very mild and snowing in the forenoon. Charlotte Gertrude and I went to early Mass at St. Marys. Edwards came to tell me Walters collie King died in the night. I am sorry on Walters account. Wrote to papa and to Walter. After luncheon walked up to Mr. T. L. Schurmeier to see Mrs. Weide to tell her that I had been to Rochester. Monday February 1 A mild day thawing. Had a busy day seeing to girls getting material together in preparation for their anticipated trip abroad. Went to see Helen Driscoll found her well. Sent to inquire for Mrs. Ives at St. Lukes Hospital and learned she is very low. Girls had

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a small piquet party for Moore girls. Horace Bigelow and Nellie Bigelow won the prizes. Telegram from papa says he is well. Tuesday February 2 Another mild day. Cloudy, Bear did not see his shadow this Candlemass day. Thawing. Found Mrs. Ives very low. Saw Edith who now realizes her mothers condition. Mrs. Upham in bed of a bronchitis. Spent most of the afternoon at St. Lukes Hospital. The Moore girls left this evening for home seeming sorry to go. The have had a good time here. Louis Clara and Ruth spent evening skating. Doctors think Mrs. Ives may pass away any time.

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Wednesday February 3 Not so warm cloudy rather raw air. Mrs. Ives rallies a little but she is very low. Mrs. Upham is better. Called on Mrs. Castle and Mrs. Herbert L. Spencer. Letter from Walter in which he tells me of a dance at the school in Newburgh. Mamie came at luncheon time – but returned early. They are busy entertaining the Dean (Briggs) of Harvard College and his wife. Samuel gave the Harvard dinner last evening. We went to [Danz?] Concert it was very enjoyable. Thursday February 4 A bright delightful morning. Not cold at all. Mrs. Ives still lingers. Very busy clearing out winter dirt – and getting girls ready for their journey. Called on Mrs. Spencer and also on Mrs. Langford and Mrs. T. T. Smith. Went to the Aberdeen to the Gordon Lamprey recital benefit of Free Dispensary. A good audience and enjoyable music. Auntie came down to the recital. I went to Minneapolis to meet Dean Briggs of Harvard College and Mrs. Briggs. Spent night there. Mr. and Mrs. Winter and Mr. W. P. Clough other guests at Mamies.

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Friday February 5 Cloudy and light snow. Rode down from Minneapolis to St. Paul Seminary to meet Arch Bishop Ireland there. After looking over Seminary Dean and Mrs. Briggs came home with me to see the Gallery. When we reached the house we found a High School Art Class of 40 young women studying the pictures. Called on Mrs. Sabin in her trouble and affiction [sic] at death of Blanch Sabin. Snowing hard in the afternoon went to Mrs. Maxfield Tea for her mother Mrs. Cathcart. Called on Miss Winter and Mrs. Doran. Saturday February 6 Cloudy all day and snowing not at all cold. Jim returned from Will Faringtons wedding at Bay City Mich. Telegram from Papa from New York. Invitation to Mother Xaviers Golden Jubilee. Celebrated the 16th at Convent Station N. C. She has indeed marked her community by her work of fifty years. Girls took luncheon with Grace Greenleaf and called on Auntie. I took luncheon with Mrs. Fulton a merry gathering it proved led by Mrs. N. P. Langford. Sunday February 7 Cloudy and mild.

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Monday February 8 Cloudy and mild. Tuesday February 9 Cloudy still and mild. Wednesday February 10 Papa came home to day from New York. He saw Walter Saturday at Mrs. Cannons. It was a great event for Walter as he went to New York alone on the train. Papa is very well indeed. He brought home some beautiful Books from Chicago. Samuel and Mamie came down in the evening. Snowing.

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Thursday February 11 Cloudy and mild still snowing. We are all busy trying to get girls ready for their trip. The are spending much time at Dentist Lyons. Friday February 12 Cloudy yet snow quite wet – weather mild. Lincolns birthday. Banks seem alone in suspension of business for the day. Papa and I are invited to dine at West Hotel by the Minnesota Commandery of Loyal Legion. We can not accept. Saturday February 13 Snowing and blowing furiously in the morning but not cold. Very busy all day getting last things together for girls. Auntie and Fred came down Nellie came over to say good bye. Mamie and children came to spend Sunday as Samuel goes East with girls. Weather better. Girls got off in good spirits. Miss Gordon went East with them. Mrs. Ives died at 815 p.m.. I brought Edith home with me to spend the night.

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Sunday February 14 At last and the first tine this month the Sun is shining gloriously. Day pleasant not cold. Did not go to Mass as Edith Ives was not called for until eleven. Telegram from Samuel tells us they are well and on the way to New York. Papa and Mr. Guthrie went to North Oaks. Roads pretty difficult to get over so much snow. Arch Bishop Ireland called in evening. House seems quiet and empty. Monday February 15 Again cloudy but not cold. Went to Minneapolis to services of Mrs. Ives funeral. Telegram from Samuel from Newburgh saying Walter well the party stopped off to see him. Father Caillet in this evening. Beautiful bright night. It is strange how the nights clear and cloudy days prevail. Mrs. tells me Mr. F. James is very poorly. Tuesday February 16 Still cloudy not cold but damp. Mr. and Mrs. Mendenhall sent such lovely roses lilies orchids carnations tulips and white lilacs to day. Letter from Walter he wonders what he will get for his birthday this year. I wrote to Mrs. Manvel Mrs. F. James to Spokane and

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sent telegrams to girls to Hotel and Steamer St. Louis. Tonight is wonderfully clear and bright after snowing all afternoon. Wednesday February 17 A mild day rather cloudy in morning bright in afternoon. At two p.m. a message from Samuel saying Girls sailed at ten a.m. on S. S. St. Louis with letters fruit flowers sun shine and Mr. Wright who assigned them best rooms. Busy seeing to putting girls rooms in order and attending to James Mamie having gone to Minneapolis for a little while. Wrote to Mother Xavier.

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Thursday February 18 A perfectly delightful day and warm. Such genial sunshine after so many cloudy days. Mary and James both have colds but went out for a drive to day. Mr. and Mrs. Dan. Lawler and Mrs. E. N. Saunders called this evening. Mr. Saunders told us of his sons illness diphtheria contracted at New Haven. Played whist at Mrs. Borups this afternoon. Mrs. Sturgis and I won. Mrs. Hersey and Mrs. one game to our three. Letter from Clara. Friday February 19 A cloudy misty morning turned to a damp cheerless day. Letters from Charlotte and Ruth – saying they are ready to sail and that Dr. Bull found Ruths eyes much improved health too. Mamie and the children have gone home. James quite well Mary better. Called on Helen Driscoll Mrs. Upham Mrs. Dalrymple Mrs. Peet Mrs. Brookes and Dean and on Mrs. Wilder. Telegraphed to Mrs. Manvel to Kaiser Wilhelm. Wrote to Mrs. Cannon.

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Saturday February 20 A cloudy rather warm morning. Snowed quite a fall early. Thawing fast all day. Very busy all day trying to get Claras room in order and her things properly away and began to mend her rug. After four p.m. Ida came up to tell me Harriet Tighe telephoned that twin boys had just been born to Helen and Archie Driscoll. Later hear that the babies are strong and Helen is comfortably well.

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Sunday February 21 A clear colder day. Thawed considerably. Telegraphed Walter to Mrs. Cannons. This is Walters twelvth [sic] birthday. Wrote to Clara to Paris. Wrote to Walter. Saw the twins fine looking infants unlike in features even now. Weigh eight pounds – look strong. Helen doing well. Wrote to Mrs. Gotzian. In the evening read McMasters History of U. S. of Thomas Paine who said “These are the times that try mens souls.” Papa and Mr. Guthrie went to farm. Monday February 22 Snowing again this morning fine snow not cold. Day observed generally by display of many flags. At Peoples Church most interesting observance. Public School children singing most attractive feature. Afternoon bright and cold but delightful sleighing fine. bunting looked beautiful as ground was so white and sky so blue. Turned colder in the

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evening. Arch Bishop Grace died at 7.45 this morning at St. Josephs Hospital aged [88?]. Tuesday February 23 Bright and cold 6 below this a.m. Just sent Walter box intended for his birthday. In the evening I went to Mrs. Livingstones to a progressive euchre. Had good luck four of us had to cut for 3rd prize. Mrs. T. Borup won it. The party was a very pleasant one. Louis went to a German at Mrs. Furness. Jim went to the Theatre.

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Wednesday February 24 Very cold but bright. So disagreeable because of the East wind. Felt rather impatient expecting to hear of girls landing. So went out to pay more visits. Only found Mrs. W. P. Warner at home. This forenoon I went to Chapel at St. Josephs Hospital to see the remains of Arch Bishop Grace lying in State. At 3 p.m. we got cable from London saying all well from Clara. This evening papa spent going through Directory of 1856 -1857 of St. Paul and looking over the map of St. Paul at that time. Thursday February 25 Cold and rather cloudy 8 below at 8 a.m. At 9 a.m. went to the Cathedral to requiem services at Arch Bishop Graces funeral. Services lasted from 9 to 1 church crowded eight Bishops attended most of the singing done by Seminarians. In the afternoon I went to inquire for Mr. R. I. Farington who is ill. Then I went to inquire for Mr. [Footner?] he has been quite ill. In calling on Mrs. John Wright I learned Mrs. Prince has been very ill but I found she was better. Grace Prince Chmedlin [sic] {Chemidlin} had a daughter born Saturday. A very cold afternoon and evening.

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Friday February 26 A very cold morning 22 below zero at 8 a.m. As usual when very cold this season Sun is shining brightly. Letter from Walter telling of the good time he had in New York on his birthday. I find it was 28 and more below zero this early morning. Very cold all day. Went to Mrs. Uphams this afternoon and played whist with Mrs. Borup, Mrs. Forepaugh and Mrs. Hersey. Heard that Mr. Shepard had sent for his car that he was not well and that he was going to New York to consult Doctors. Samuel came home from the East yesterday. Tells us the girls went off most comfortably thanks to Mr. Wright.

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Saturday February 27 Bright still cold but not as cold as yesterday. 4 below zero at 10 a.m. Went over to Mrs. F. Shepards learned Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Shepard well be home Monday. He is not well. Took luncheon at Mrs. Wayerhausers with seventeen other ladies. A very pleasant occasion. Table beautiful in pink roses and pink illusion and fern leaves. Afterwards went to Mrs. Washingtons reception to meet her sons bride. In the evening began letter to Charlotte wrote to Walter. The afternoon was delightful. Sunday February 28 Bright but cold morning. 6 below zero at breakfast time. Pleasant afternoon. Harriet came over with Laurence and told me of Helen and the Twins all doing well. Papa Jim

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and Mr. Guthrie went to farm pretty cold drive. Mr. Livingston and Mr. Wheelock came in the evening. Louis was at home all evening. Monday March 1 A bright cold day rather windy. Went to Good Shepard Sisters early in afternoon met Mrs. Dr. Hand Edith and Mrs. D. W. Hand there. Called on Mrs. Sam Stickney jr. and then climbed the Hill to call on Mrs. J. W. Adams met Mrs. Harry Horn there. Also Mrs. James Skinner and heard Mrs. Skinner sr. is very ill at Atlanta Georgia. In the evening Papa Mr. T. L. Shurmeier and I went out to the Seminary by invitation to listen to a debate on whether the U. S. should aid Cuba in her distress. Both sides of the question were ably defended. The whole program was surprisingly well carried out. We were indeed much gratified. Papa spoke to the students at the close of their exercises.

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Tuesday March 2 Cloudy rather raw morning. 8 above zero yet cold and disagreeable. Papa seems to have taken a little cold last night. Jim and Louis rather tired after the dinners and dance at Town and Country last evening. Mr. and Mrs. Shepard returned this morning he looks thin and badly. I went to see Helen and her twin babies found them all doing nicely. And I was able to distinguish between the infants. Wednesday March 3 Cold morning. Beautiful afternoon. Telegram from Mrs. James said Mr. James failing gradually. Went over to see Mrs. Eaton and Mr. Eaton. Found Mrs. Upham and Mrs. Ober there. Then drove at to Good Shepard House. Mrs. Upham went with me. Such rough roads and piles of snow. The accumulation of an entire winter and snow falls frequently of late. Col McNeil came in evening. He told us much of West Point life when he was there. We hope many things have improved. Letter from Walter in which he expresses thanks for golf kit.

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Thursday March 4 A mild morning the thermometer indicates yet dampness and cloudiness threatened finally snow fell. A letter from Mrs. James in which she tells us what we knew that Mr. James is dying. A letter from Mrs. Gotzian from Paris expressing delight at anticipation of visit from Clara Charlotte and Ruth. This is President McKinleys inauguration day. We have put up the flag and hope all expectations may be realized. At same time feel a sadness that Clevelands are leaving the White House. Reports indicate that ceremonies passed of well at Washington even weather contributing much. Arch Bishop Ireland came in the evening. Friday March 5 This is a beautiful morning and warmer feels more like a thaw air grows more chilly some snow melted not much. In afternoon went down town to finish up some errands in preparation for Papas and Louis trip abroad. Telegram from Mrs. James saying Mr. James failing all the time. Mr. Barker dined here.

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Saturday March 6 A bright morning rather cold. Not any thawing. Not letter from the girls yet. So must wait until next week. Papa will not leave this evening. Telegram from Mrs. James saying Mr. James about the same. In the afternoon went over to Mrs. Shepards found Mr. Shepard looking badly and complaining considerable. He is going East tomorrow to New York to see Dr. Delafield. Dismissed his Dan. Sleighing fine. Wrote to Ruth and sent her papers with account of the Inauguration. Mr. Barker again dined here.

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Sunday March 7 Cloudy and snowing fast. Not very cold however. Snowed all day so papa had to give up trip to the farm. Samuel Gov Clough Mr. Guthrie and Samuel came at noon. Papa went over to call on Mr. S. Newel. And then went for a drive snow by that time 4 p.m. letting up a little. In the evening Mr. Livingstone came home with Louis and spent the night with him. Samuel hurried home yesterday to be in time for dinner said they were all quite well. Monday March 8 A cloudy thick morning. Thermometer 30 above at 9 a.m.. After Luncheon went to Minneapolis drove over there. Roads very heavy deep snow and quite soft. Found all well there. Auntie not at home had gone to Mosouri [sic] to Gertie. Letter this afternoon from Clara writen [sic] Feb. 23rd. Aboard Steamer St. Louis a day before reaching Southampton. She said she was proving to be the best sailor this time of the three, and that the voyage was not a rough one. That they were having a good time. Mr. Barker again dines with us.

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Tuesday March 9 A bright morning not warm but sun will warm the air later in the day. We are hoping for a thaw. Went to tell Mrs. Willis of message from Mrs. F. James and found her ill in bed attack similar to peritinitas [sic]. Mrs. Upham called to inquire for Mr. James. Letter from Ruth written in London the day they arrived there Feb. 24th. She said they had good trip Season considered that Purser saw them on their train at Southampton. And that Sun was shining in London and that they would leave for Paris next day the 25th. All agree that the St. Louis is a fine Ship. Played whist in the evening. Papa, Jim Louis and I. Jim and I won. Colder to night and cold wave promised.

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Wednesday March 10 Fortunately cold wave has not come. Beautiful bright morning. A promise of warm weather. At 11 a.m. water running in the streets. Letter from Walter says he “feels about 3 feet higher since he is twelve but no older.” Went out for a sleigh ride and made a few calls found Mrs. Washington and Mrs. Sturgis ill of colds. A letter came from Charlotte characteristic of her. Evidently the voyage was rough indeed. Still now that it is over they can laugh at some of the incidents while they are comfortably located at Browns Hotel London. Delightful afternoon water ran some turns cold every evening yet. Thursday March 11

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A cloudy dark morning. Snowed all forenoon. Most disagreeable day. Roads very icy. As sleigh broke I walked home part way and to keep from falling took all ones attention. Storm increased in afternoon and wind rose. Rachel Gertrude and I went to mattinee [sic] to hear Sousa Band. Music was good and audience enthusiastic. Got papa [sic] things all ready but He did not get away. I am glad he did not leave in such a storm. It is blowing a gale to night snow drifting badly but not at all cold. Street Cars had most difficulty of the winter some could not keep running.

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Friday March 12 A gloriously bright morning. Cold wind but water will run to day. Such deep snow again over everything and so dazzlingly white. About the heaviest fall of the winter and we hope the last. Mr. Schurmeier brought a Rev. Mr. Tuckerman and his wife to see the pictures. They are from St. Louis now. He formerly from Boston. Mr. Hutchinson knew of him in College. He seems proud of socialistic tendencies but does not appear to have defined views on the subject. Papa and Louis are not going this evening. Saturday March 13 Another day of snow and quite cold. We are about discouraged all March has been so wintry and there is so much snow piled high every where. Between ice and snow roads are bad. Mrs. Wheelock and Mrs. Stickney have both had bad falls on ice. Telephoned Mamie but weather I presume prevents her from coming down. Papa Samuel and Louis finally left this evening en route for England. Mr. Guthrie was at the Station to say adieu. House seems very lonely to-night. Jim stayed at home until after nine.

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Sunday March 14 A bright morning but very cold. Ten below zero early this a.m. Stayed cold all day no thawing. Wrote to Clara and to Walter this morning. Mamie came down in the afternoon was delayed on the electric cars for over an hour. Mr. Chas Gordon called. Mrs. McQuillan and Annie came in the afternoon. Wrote to the Steamer Paris to Papa this afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Upham called before dinner. Told me Mr. Eaton had another spell Friday and that a letter came from Mrs. James telling particulars of Mr. J illness. Monsignor Caillet came in the evening. Very cold tonight and clear.

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Monday March 15 Another cold morning. At 8 a.m. 5 below zero outside library window. Very bright sun shine. Letters this morning from Clara and from Ruth. They write from Paris they got there in fine shape no illness on channel and in time for Carnival nonsense. Mrs. Gotzian met them so all were happy. Louis Metcalf called on them. They saw Mrs. Saltus (E. Noyes) Elenor Thomas called they missed seeing her. George Slade returned to day. And told us considerable of his trip to Egypt particularly of the Holy Land. Jim went to Chicago this evening just for tomorrow. The evening is very cold and clear and bright. Tuesday March 16 Rather cold morning thermometer crept up until the afternoon was thawing considerably. Wrote to Mrs. Gotzian in the early afternoon. Selected a silver pitcher as a

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wedding gift for Alice Marion Robbins. Such trouble as the melting ice must give everywhere roof leaking in my room and in Gertrudes room. Message from papa in the evening saying “will sail at ten tomorrow Had better have Clark bring Walter home for vacation.” That will delight the boy. I sent two telegrams to papa one to the Paris and the other to the Netherlands. I shall be happy when they are back.

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Wednesday March 17 A rainy morning. 35 above at 9 a.m. South wind blew all night and wasted much of the snow. Leaking roof kept me awake most of the night. A message just received from Samuel saying Papa and Louis are in fine spirits the day in New York is bright and pleasant and they sail at ten on the Paris. That Ship takes a precious load from us God speed her. The whole day depressingly dull. In the afternoon went over to see Helen Driscoll to tell her of letters from Clara and Charlotte from Paris describing the Mardi gras and how they and Mrs. Gotzian saw . A telegram from Mrs. James. He is about the same. This evening papers full of prize fight Crobetts family in tears. Thursday March 18 Foggy and water every where did not freeze last night. About 40 above this morning. Letter from Walter expressing his anxiety as to where he can spend his holiday how delighted he well be if he can come home. Went up to Mamies on the Interurban this forenoon the track covered with water. This is the third day of thaw and of no sun shine. It is almost impossible to go anywhere afoot without getting wet up nearly to knees. Found Mamie pretty well children very well. Mrs. Lindley and Mrs. H. F. Brown came to see Mamie while I was there. Mrs. Dahlgren dined with us this evening and we played cinch afterwards. Jim went to Duluth this evening.

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Friday March 19 A dark rainy morning. Water every where. Surprising how quickly snow is wasting without sun. Streets are in bad condition water running on ice. Wrote to Walter to day telling him papa said we were to send for him for the Spring holidays. Mrs. Sabin called to day. I was glad to see her. As Jim is at Superior & Duluth Rachel Gertrude and I had a very quiet evening. Wrote a long letter to papa – to Browns Hotel London. So much water on walks in front of house to gate that I had carpenter lay rough plank walks. Snowed again this afternoon.

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Saturday March 20 Still cloudy not so dark as yesterday colder but not freezing. Went to Minneapolis in the forenoon took luncheon with Mamie and spent afternoon there. Streets in worse condition in Minneapolis than in St. Paul snow and water lies longer it is so flat. Mamie and children came home with me to spend Sunday. Mamie does not look well. Wrote to Charlotte. Received a letter from Louis written on Steamer Paris and sent by back in Tender. Colder in evening. Jim back from Duluth. House has some life this evening. Sunday March 21 Morning some brighter water frozen up. Mrs. Geo. Skinner died at Atlanta yesterday. Growing warmer. Monsignor Caillet preached to day at St. Marys. Wrote to Louis and to

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Mrs. Barker and to Walter. Mamie and children went home this afternoon. I went to Mrs. Dahlgren and she and I took a walk pavements better than I thought not so wet day rather too cold for much thaw. Evening too quiet. Read U. S. History until bed time. Seems cold to night and windy.

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Monday March 22 A delightful bright morning. Rather cold for this late date however. Such a lovely picture came to day a Tryons [sic] an exquisite piece of coloring. Letters from Ruth and Charlotte written just before they left Paris for Cologne on their way to Berlin. I fear Charlotte is not feeling real well yet since the voyage. Telegram from Mr. Siglar saying Walter may leave Friday noon. Captain Johnson was buried this afternoon. Spent a portion of to day putting serving room closet in order. Did some shopping with Rachel in afternoon. We spend very quiet evenings now. Tuesday March 23 A dull morning not very dark and neither cold nor warm. Letters from Ruth and from Clara from Berlin their first days in Germany. Mr. Gwinner called very promptly and gave them new of papa ect [sic]. Mrs. Geo. Skinner was buried this afternoon. She died Friday of Saturday at Atlanta Ga. After a painful illness. A telegram came this evening from Mrs. James saying Mr. James no so well. I hear Mr. Shepard is better some. Mrs. [Munn?] and Mrs. Upham called to day. Miss Kitty Renny came to day to spend a few days. Wrote to [Burts/Boots?] and to Mrs. Slade.

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Wednesday March 24 Slightly cloudy 28 above so not very cold. Trying to snow a little. We are hoping a cable may come to day saying Papa and the others have arrived savely [sic]. Grew warmer and was pleasant in the afternoon. I took luncheon at Mrs. Uphams with Mrs. Wright (John) Miss Randall, Mrs. Burbank Mrs. Morris and Mrs. Bass. Auntie came down. She seems to have enjoyed her trip to Mosouri [sic]. Eleven p.m. and no cable retire disappointed but tomorrow will bring it. The few sunny days have brought the blossoms forward wonderfully. Miss Renny hears they are ill at home and leaves tomorrow.

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Thursday March 25 A bright pleasant morning not warm. Miss Kitty Renny left us this evening. At one thirty this morning a telegram came from Mrs. George James saying Mr. Freeman James died last night at 9-30. This morning I saw arrival of Paris at Southampton yesterday at ten a.m. a cable came saying “all very well girls included.” This afternoon I heard that Major White fell on ice and was seriously hurt. Mrs. Wm. Lindeke fell on ice and broke her wrist. Mrs. James Armstrong fell on ice and broke ligiment [sic]. All this week. Mrs. Wheelock and Mrs. Stickney slipped and were badly stunned say way two weeks ago. We went to see Richard Mansfield play Merchant of Venice. Oh that Booth were alive! Friday March 26 A bright rather cold morning very little thawing in forenoon. After doing errands went to Minneapolis and spent afternoon with Mamie. Mrs. Greenleaf Mrs. Sabin and Mrs. Richard Hill called while I was there. On the way up I called at Nellies. She was so

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nervous that her signature is scarcely legible. Mr. Chemidlin came to day to spend a few days. I heard to day that the Mrs. Storey we met Manchester last summer had died aged 76 at Nice or near there lately. Poor lonely old lady. Wrote to papa this evening. Received telegram saying Walter will be here Sunday. Just at this time the Sun light is gorgeous in the Gallery in middle of the day.

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Saturday March 27 A bright pleasant morning. Wrote to Ruth and to Papa also to Mrs. F. James. Mrs. Raquet came to the Mattinee [sic] with is to see Beau Brommel. Mr. Chemidlin is spending a few days with us. We all enjoyed Mansfields acting. Mamie and the children have come down to spend Sunday. Girls have an extra holiday to day as Sister Deloros died at the Convent. The snow is so nearly gone that dust is blowing on the Avenue. In the evening we taught Mr. Chemidlin cinch and he liked it. James said Grandma your Cellar is built so clean ours is built so dirty. An appreciation of privlege [sic] of going to the Basement. Sunday March 28 A bright beautiful morning a little warmer about 40. Walter came this morning looking so very well. This afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Tarbox called. Mr. Gordon and Daniel Morrison called too. I was shocked to hear that Major White died this morning at eight oclock of effects of fall last Tuesday. In the evening Dr. Smith called to see if Walter had come home. Mr. W. Farington Mr. Hutchinson and Wm. Armstrong called. I am sorry I have not met Mrs. Farington yet. I heard this evening that Mr. Dahlgren is not at all well and that Mary McVeighs husband is married in Chicago.

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Monday March 29 A beautiful morning. Ice going out of the River and high water giving some trouble. Walter has been much interested in watching the ice run. Morning paper publishes Mr. Geo. Seiberts death of apendicitas [sic] an illness of five days. Letters from Clara Ruth and Charlotte from Berlin. Father Caillet came to dinner with Mr. Chemidlin. Went to see Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Eaton. Called on Mrs. Dahlgren. She said Mr. D. was coming home soon. Jim went to Duluth this morning. This has been a warm afternoon.

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house. Mamie Mrs. Murphy and little Josephine Murphy came at luncheon time. Mr. Chemidlin went home to day. He seemed to have enjoyed his visit. I wrote to papa this afternoon to London. The afternoon has been disagreeably windy. So that I did not go out at all. I saw Helen Driscoll and the twins this morning all so well. Jim went to Duluth this evening to assume his duties as Manager of the Minnesota Eastern. I do not like to feel that he has gone from home.

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Thursday April 1 Cloudy windy cold raw day dust most disagreeable. Busy all forenoon seeing to having sewing room and next room thoroughly cleaned and put in order. In afternoon called on Mrs. Geo. R. Finch and Mrs. Gardener. Walter greatly exercised at high water. He spends considerable time at points where he may get views of happenings on the water. In the evening a cable came from papa from London saying all well here and in Berlin. I presume he has been to Berlin. Mr. and Mrs. Upham and Mr. F. B. Clarke called last night. Gertrude and Rachel spent the evening working at American Historical puzzle. Friday April 2 A dark rainy morning rather cold. After attending to some errands Walter and I went for marbles and overalls ect [sic]. Wrote to Mrs. D. C. Shepard. Went with Walter to call on Mr. S. S. Eaton. In the afternoon Walter and I took short drive. I called on Mrs. T. Borup and Mrs. McQuillan. In the evening Rachel and Gertrude resumed work on U. S. History puzzle. Mr. Grover came in the evening – and the girls found him a boon as he could help on puzzle.

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Saturday April 3 Cloudy morning still raw and cold grew quite windy in early afternoon. Spent forenoon in getting Walter ready for School. We visited Tailor shoe maker and ect [sic]. Letters from Ruth and Charlotte descriptive of fete in Berlin the 21st 22nd and 23rd of March. I went a cable to papa to day. This afternoon Mollie and the children came to spend Sunday. Mamie came later. Letters to-day from Charlotte and Ruth telling us of the court procession they saw in honor of the festivities at Centenary celebration {“Fredrich” written in between lines} for William 1st. They are all well and happy.

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have had a fair voyage for the Season. Samuel only one ill all the time. Louis well at the time and papa as usual not sea sick but some indigestion. This afternoon a cable came saying Papa will sail Saturday 10th on the New York – and that all are well. Wrote to Jim to Mrs. Baker and to Mr. Siglar. Called on Mrs. Price found her ill also on Mrs. Dahlgren Mrs. Forepaugh and Will F. called this evening rained nearly all to day. Gathered up quite a package for Relief Rooms.

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Tuesday April 6th {written on page for 4/8} A beautiful sunny morning. We have had so much dark weather that we appreciate the sun now. And to day is the first genial morning this Season. A telegram came yesterday telling me Walter had reached Chicago well. This weather inspires one to stir up things that have not had much open air during the long winter. This afternoon Harriet and Mrs. Wood called. Also Mrs. Porter and Mamie. In the evening Horace and Grace Bigelow took dinner with us. Evening paper says water in River at a stand. So there is hope of its receding. Wednesday April 7 Turned over two pages yesterday by mistake. This was a bright beautiful morning by one oclock was cloudy and in the afternoon was cold and rather cloudy. Spent the forenoon attending to closets particularly to my own. In the afternoon called on Mrs. Hand and Mrs. Willis found Mrs. Willis in her room ill of rheumatism. At 330 went to Conover Hall at invitation of Mrs. Dorr to hear Mr. Wm. Armstrong of Chicago give a lecture on Musicians. It was very interesting. After I came home I wrote to Charlotte and sent them Easter Cards.

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Thursday April 8th {written on page for 4/6} A perfect morning and the first really warm day. Went down town early in the morning and it was a joy just to inhale the pleasant air as one walked along. Went to Minneapolis about 11 a.m. After seeing Mamie finding her in bed not just ill but seemingly nervously worn out I went to take luncheon with Mrs. Murphy met Mrs. Chas. Pillsbury Mrs. H. F. Brown Mrs. Coors and Miss Hopkins there. At five Mamie dressed and we went to Grace Greenleafs wedding – little Mary being invited went with us. Grace certainly was a beautiful and dignified bride. Mrs. Greenleaf was as attractive. The wedding passed off merrily as weddings should.

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Friday April 9 A cloudy morning was snowing fast at 9 a.m. Prevailed on Mamie to have Miss Tully stay with her so as not to be alone and if possible to get strength avoiding occasions of increased nervous condition. Dr. Roberts says she is simply worn out nervously. Sent a cable to papa to London. Sent a second cable in the evening to Steamer New York Southampton. Mary and James came with Mollie in the afternoon. Mrs. Upham came in after she had been to the Utley boys funeral. Quite cold tonight. Mississippi falling but Red River still rising.

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Saturday April 10 A delightful morning. Had to go to Mrs. Halls. Papa sailed for home on New York from Southampton this morning. I had a cable yesterday day afternoon telling me so. Busy to day having winter things and trunk room put in order. Called on Mrs. Robbins this afternoon. Then Rachel and [I?] took a long walk. Bicycles are a nuisance to pedestrians we found as hundreds of them were out. Rachel has not been well nor has she been ill for a week just not looking well. A letter from Mrs. Shepard to day she says Mr. Shepard is better but impatient. Mr. Theodore Schurmeier gives an entertainment this evening of some kind.

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Sunday April 11 A pleasant morning not warm but bright. Later wind came up which blew considerable dust. How the wheels flew past and in such numbers. As this is Palm Sunday. Services were long at St. Marys the sermon was disposed with and the Passion was not repeated in English so we had nothing to complain of. In the afternoon Mrs. Dahlgren and I walked out to the Bridge on Summit Ave. She told of the entertainment at Mr. T. L. Shurmeiers last evening she played the harp there. She said the refreshments were distinctly German as all the rest was excepting the music. Wrote to Ruth and to Walter. Monday April 12 A wet rainy morning. Busy all morning seeing to having fur robes put away amongst other things. So many letters from all the absent. From papa and Louis from London. From Samuel and all the girls from Berlin. Evidently papa enjoyed his stay in Berlin. Attending dinners Opera and circus. Mrs. Porter came to spend some little time to visit. Mamie writes that she feels better. Rained in forenoon and snowed quite a fall in afternoon. Mother died two years ago to day. Mamie sent down some roses to be taken out to the Cemetery.

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Tuesday April 13 A brighter morning. Very muddy after yesterdays snow. Rather cold. Went to the Cemetery with some flowers for Mothers grave. She died two years ago yesterday. We went to get some lilies for the Altar at the flower show that Swanson opened. Attended to little gifts to Miss Spencer Mr. Biggs finances from Jim and Geo. Slade. Wrote to Jim Louis Mr. Siglar Geo. Slade Clara. Harriet came in afternoon. Telephone from Mamies saying she is not well to day. Mary and James are very well indeed. Mr. C. E. Smith came this morning. We talked of the Siglar School. Wednesday April 14 A bright warm morning. Went out early to Mrs. Halls then went on Interurban to Minneapolis to see how Mamie was found her still in bed and not feeling much stronger. As she had had letters from Samuel and as he is coming so soon. She seemed quite cheerful. The children went home this afternoon. Busy all afternoon making preparations to leave for New York. Left on Milwaukee Road. Mr. F. B. Clarke went to Station with me. I was sorry to leave so. Rachel and Gertrude so alone.

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April 14 {written on separate loose piece of paper} Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Upham Grace and Horace came in before dinner time. Mrs. Upham had had a letter from Mrs. F. James. Mr. F. B. Clarke called after dinner and went to Station with me. Went to Milwaukee Road on way to New York. 22 Abchurch Lane London Eng. Bank of Montreal. Girls London address. Thursday April 15 This is a beautiful day in Chicago. Mr. Campbell met me and to Lake Shore train with me. When we got to Station and he saw length of train he seemed quite disturbed to think I was alone. A Raymond excursion filled many cars. Our great inconvenience proved come from dinning car only one for such an unusual number of passengers. Weather very pleasant all along the way and Season no more advanced than in Minn.

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Thursday morning April 15 {written on separate piece of paper} Arrived in Chicago on time. Mr. Campbell met me and to Lake Shore train with me. This is an immense train. Some Excursion aboard. As I am in [quiet?] car and have Section I am all right. The day is perfect quite warm.

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{Additional loose pages ,undated, seem to fit here} Left home Wednesday evening. Mr. F. B. Clarke called and went to the train with me. Wednesday morning I went to Minneapolis to see how Mamie was found her in bed where Dr. Robert advised her to stay a while to rest and endeavor to get some strength. She has I believe nervous prostration but then she has been on the verge of it for some time. She is not ill and looks better than before she gave up and takes plenty of nourishment. I hope she will be stronger soon. I am sure she well now that winter is over. She is paying for Winter in Minnesota. The children went home reluctantly yesterday. I hope Mamie will allow them to spend Easter with Rachel and Gertrude and they will invite the little Dahlgrens in to hunt eggs and Mary has a scheme to roll eggs down the Hill. My faithful friend Mr. Campbell met me in Chicago as usual and seemed distressed {next line illegible} alone. The train did look formidable and discouraging. A Raymond Excursion aboard on six Sleepers and I know not how many other cars and but one dining car. You may imagine the scramble for meals. Fortunately I was in rear car it was not full and I had a section. So all was not so bad. The face of the county as one came on East looks green and Spring like. Roberta Gotzian Hotel de Lena 26-28 Ave. d. lena Paris France. Friday April 16 New York. On train. Breakfast began at 630 fortunately train has been turned in to two sections so there was some comfort in the dinning car. A perfectly delightful morning got off the car for a few minutes at Albany and again at Poughkeepsie to get a little luncheon. At Fishkill Walter met me and came on to New York with me. We came to Netherland where although we had telegraphed there was difficulty to get rooms on Fifth Ave. on account of Grant Monument Services. Wrote to Charlotte in evening.

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Saturday April 17 New York. A rainy morning. No telegram in the early morning of New Yorks arrival. We stayed in all forenoon expecting and hoping to get a message from telegraph office of Vessel being sighted but at noon no message. In early afternoon met Mr. Lamont and his children in elevator and he kindly offered to make inquiries of Steamship people. All afternoon we waited Walter most impatiently but no word. Mr. Lamont told me in the evening that he feared the Ship might not get in tonight at 9.30 p.m. no word. Saw Dr. Appleby this morning.

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Sunday April 18 New York. A sunny dawn beautiful as we wish Easter day. At 4 a.m. a telegram came saying the New York would be in at 7 a.m. At 445 came a message from Col. Lamont saying He would have a carriage and we would leave at 6 oclock. I woke Walter at five oclock he jumped right up so relieved to know the Steamer was so near. The New York arrived at 8 oclock. Papa and Samuel looking very well. Walter and I went to eleven Mass at Cathedral. I never saw such a profusion of millinery and new expensive clothes. The Cathedral was sweet with fragrance of lilies. The music really Grand. I am indebted to E. D. Adams for cards to pew in Cathedral. Monday April 19 New York. A bright windy morning. Walked down from 59th 19 streets and found it very warm Summer heat. Walter went back to Newburgh last evening. Samuel has gone to Philadelphia to see Annie. Papa brought me an exquisite jeweled pencil from Sir Stafford Northcote and a sketch in oil of Bridge at Bucket from Lord Mount Stephen. Samuel brought me a beautiful portfolio from London. Letters from Rachel Mamie and Gertrude. Mrs. Cannon called and took me for a drive to Grants Monument. Stands are being put up all along Riverside Drive. Very windy and cold afternoon.

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Tuesday April 20 New York. A cold morning. 8 below freezing early in the day. Did some shopping for Rachel and Gertrude and for house. Wrote to Rachel and to Louis and Clara. Went to call on Mr. and Mrs. Shepard at Gramercy Park found him not at all well. Mrs. Schiff called I missed her. Mrs. Thorne invited us to dine but papa came up too late. Samuel came back from Phila. Said Annie was very poorly indeed. Mr. Tod Lamont Schiff and Cannon called in the evening. Wednesday Aril 21 A bright pleasant morning not so cold as yesterday. Called on Mrs. Lambourne [sic] and found her and Col. Lambourne [sic] home he looking much better. Met Mrs. Slade in Stage going to Mrs. Buckleys. Took luncheon with Mrs. Thorne found her very well. Ordered glasses, left my pin at Mr. Kirkpatricks. Got Walters Ball and girls hats. Met a Miss Gale at Mrs. Thomas. Samuel left for home this afternoon. Sent Walter fruit to day. Letters from Charlotte and Ruth from Berlin.

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Thursday April 22 New York. A bright pleasant morning pretty warm in sun. Went to see Portraits at M. Oehmes. And at his request went to Madrazos Studio at 6 East 23. Met him. He was painting young Mrs. Whitney nee Vanderbilt. Called on Mrs. Baker. She was at home. Called on Mrs. Cannon found Mrs. Curtis only at home. Letter from Rachel. Wrote to Gertrude. Miss Wilder and Miss Mitchell called also Mrs. D. Willis James and Mrs. Adams. And Mrs. Geo. C. Clarke. We called on the Shepards in the evening.

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Friday April 23 New York. A bright warm morning quite hot at noon. Went to Newburgh in the forenoon found that Walter was out of school with a head ache. Stayed there until four. Read Seats of the Mighty on way there and back. Felt better satisfied with the school when I left than before I went. Wrote to Jim in the evening and finished my Book. Papa was as usual up town late. We noticed in papers that Gen. Johnson died in St. Paul Wednesday. No letters to day. Called on Mrs. Daley in the evening. Saturday April 24 New York. A very warm day. Took a walk in the morning after rather late Breakfast. In the afternoon went to make some calls to Mrs. Geo. C. Clarke. Mrs. D. Willis James Mrs. E. D. Adams and Mrs. Schiffs. Found only Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Schiff at home. Sunday April 25 New York. Sunday a very hot day quite Summer heat. Went to Mass to the Cathedral. Mr. H. Villard called Mr. Muller Uri [sic] stayed all afternoon left us to go and inquire for Mr. T. Havemyer. In the evening papa went over to Montreal and I am to remain to see Grant procession Tuesday and leave Wednesday morning to meet him in Buffalo that evening. I took supper at Mrs. Thornes. A young medical student Mr. [Dutro?] was there.

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raised the money to build the monument. He is new Ambassador to France. Our Seats were so near Presidents stand that we heard every word of his address in spite of wind blowing a gale. We saw Mrs. Grant her sons daughters grand children the whole connection. After the formal ceremonies we took luncheon at a table with Speaker Reed Secratary Sherman Secratary Wilson and Col Payne. After that we went to view the procession, which began to pass the Presidents Stand (and we were there) at one and continued to go by until 730 p.m. Sixty thousand men! I was most interested in the Veterans and the old Battle flags. And with reason. The poor old men as they passed Gen. Grants Monument uncovered their heads and forgot for the time how long he has been gone [“away” written over “gone”]. I think the younger men were more intent on the President. The Day was most trying. Cold and such wind as I have seldom experienced anywhere blew the entire day part of the time the procession was invisible in the great clouds of dust and flying papers of blown about programs. By the way the official program is a very beautiful thing. A souvinire [sic] well worth possessing. We left about 6 p.m. just as the President and party had gone aboard the Dolphin to review the Naval Pageant. We saw the Ships lying out and a beautiful sight it was. The Salutes were deafening New York way indeed gay with bunting in the gale. And it seemed to me that after all the more than million who ventured out early and spent the entire day in cold many risking life some [losing?] it and wind and dust was the great tribute after all to a Nations Hero. I took dinner at Mrs. Cannon and went early to the Hotel to prepare for an early train tomorrow morning. I am very thankful that I had the privilege of witnessing such an occasion in New York where nothing is done by halves. And grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Cannon for kindness extended.

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Wednesday April 28th {written on loose pages} New York. 9 a.m. I have sent papers to Mamie to Jim and to Ruth. Wrote to Walter and sent him an Official program of yesterday. Hope he will preserve it. I am just leaving to take fast mail to Chicago expect papa to meet and join me at Buffalo this evening. I received a letter from Rachel this morning reporting all but Mamie well. To day is very pleasant. If only yesterday had been as to day. We never can have all perfect. To day papers report many accidents yesterday too many serious. Several deaths.

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Thursday April 29th {written on lose piece of paper} Chicago. We arrived here on fast mail at 920 this a.m. Must stay until this evening 630. Have a book and papers and can write to Louis and so spend a rainy day. Mr. Will C. Farington gave me a few roses at the station in Buffalo last evening and they are the only bright thing in the room this dreary day. Friday April 30 St. Paul. Arrived home this morning after an absence of 16 days. On return found James Nathan in bed threatened with asthma. Dr. Tayler attending to him. Mary M. recovering from cold. The Laundress quite ill and has been over a week some symtoms [sic] of appendicitas [sic]. And Ida has had a fall down stairs and has injured her knee badly. So as to keep her in bed. Gertrude and Rachel all right. After luncheon I went to Minneapolis and found Mamie still in bed and not looking much better then when I went away says she feels some stronger.

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Saturday May 1 Papa has such a serious cold that Dr. Smith keeps him in bed on account of Bronchial condition. In the afternoon he was quite feverish and slept a good deal. Samuel came to see him. He says Mamie is improving. James is better and dressed to day. Mary is all right. Weather rather cool and raw air. Letters from Louis and Clara. Cable from Louis saying in Munich tomorrow. Samuel came down.

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Sunday May 2 A bright day windy and rather cold for sun shining. Papa is some better no fever. Rachel and I went to Cathedral to hear Arch Bishop preach. Mr. and Mrs. Dahlgren went with us. Papa is advised to remain in bed to day. He is getting rather tired of the confinement. Mr. A Guthrie kept him company. Mr. and Mrs. Upham called too. Wrote to Clara, and to Walter. Samuel and Mr. Cook took dinner with us. Mr. Gruber came in the evening. Monday May 3 A bright day air still raw and chilly. Papa much better but will stay in his room for prudence. James and I rode out to the River. Atmosphere growing warmer. Monsignor Caillet called in the evening, looking quite well. Mr. Hardy stayed while with papa then Mr. Saunders came. Mr. R. I. Farington and Mr. Ward called.

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Boston last evening. Samuel came down to see the children. Mamie improving. Rachel not well eyes troubling her. Gertrude has bad cold. Monday May 10 Spent morning looking for Laundress. In the afternoon went to meeting of Daughters of American Revolution and heard Mr. Drivers address on Battle of Ticonderoga in which his ancestors on both sides of his family took part. The meeting was the yearly one and very interesting. Letter from Ruth from Viena telling us of the Review of Troops which they were fortunate enough to see. And of the Galleries ect [sic]. they have visited. Most interesting letter.

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Tuesday May 11 A threatening morning. After leaving papa at Office went over to West St. Paul to call on Mrs. Robbins Frau Von den Berghs daughter to tell her of letter from her mother and to see how she was. Wrote to Frau Von den Bergh. Mrs. Edward Rice called to day. Also Dr. Jeanette McLaren and Mrs. Eaton. Mr. Eaton is not at all well. Papa and Mr. A Guthrie came home early and after dinner papa and I went to a drive. Father Caillet judge and Mrs. Young called in the evening. Wednesday May 12 A bright morning and pleasant but a windy day. Took a good walk in afternoon. Called on Mrs. Bend and Mrs. Newel (S.). Mrs. N. does not care to move to the Hague as her health is so uncertain. Heard to day that Mrs. Perrin (Glover) had had a stroke of apoplexy Sunday and that she is very low. Wrote to Louis. Called on Mrs. Chas. Weide met Mrs. C. E. Smith walked on the Avenue and talked of Siglar School and the boys. Windy but delightful after 5 p.m.

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Thursday May 13 {Written at top of page in different hand; “Now 74 in 1931” -referring to Samuel?} Samuels 40th Birth day. Was cold last evening in the night 4 degrees of frost. Papa and Gertrude drove to Minneapolis last evening after seven oclock is rained as they returned. This forenoon I took Mary and James and drove to Mamies to take luncheon in honor of the birth-day. Mamie came down stairs first time to a meal in five weeks. Has been a cold threatening day. Samuel received a cable of congratulations from the Louis and girls from Paris. Mamie went back to her bed as we were leaving at 3 p.m. Friday May 14 A bright morning but changable [sic] forenoon. Rained and in middle of the day quite a hail storm. Frost last night. In the morning went to call on Mrs. Shepard who came home with Mr. S. and Dr. Smith this morning. She looks tired says he is quite encouraged. I afternoon called on Mrs. Jefferson Mrs. Dahlgren to inquire to Mrs. Pirin who is very low. Called on Mrs. Rundlett and Mrs. Rhodes also on Mrs. Severance and on the Bride Mrs. Bigg and Miss Mamie Kelly who told me of her engagement to Mr. John Magher. In the evening Papa and I went for a drive. Mrs. Forepaugh came in the evening. So did Dr. Smith.

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Saturday May 15 Bright still cold and many clouds. Went with Rachel to see Dr. Chamberlain. He gave her glasses finally and advises her to wear spectacles and to wear them constantly. Frost again last night. Three frosty nights well not serve early vegetables very well. Wrote to Ruth to day. Went to walk and called on Mrs. Saunders Mrs. Allen Mrs. Wheaton Mrs. Copley and Mrs. R. Smith. Then came home and Read Kings Book ‘West Point.’ (Mr. Preston and Miss Bend Sunday May 16th called in afternoon.) Mrs. Wm. R. Merriam Mabel Laura all the family in town and went to Forest Lake to day.

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Sunday May 16 A delightful morning. We walked to church. Father Shea preached on the History of the new Testament. How the Gospels and Epistles were gathered ect. very interesting. Papa went to North Oaks. Jim came down this morning. He and Mr. Guthrie went to North Oaks and a Mr. Newman and Mr. D. A. Monfort were out there too. They had a pleasant day. Gertrude and I went for a long walk. The afternoon was glorious. To days paper publishes Dr. Appleby and Day Wilders Marriage at Philadelphia yesterday. I hear to day that Mrs. Wilder has nervous prostration in an Hospital there. Dr. Smith came in the evening to tell us of Siglar School. Monday May 17 A perfect morning much warmer. Rachel has her glasses at last. Letters this morning from Ruth and Charlotte from Venice and from Munich. Girls appreciate the Art and architecture but are disquieted with the dirt everywhere in Venice. On the whole the enjoyed the privilege of seeing it in such a good season and illuminated for the Prince and Princess of Naples. This afternoon was very hot. Called on Mrs. Bird, Bement, Cary, Hunt, Newman and Stryker. Also on Mr. S. S. Eaton. In the evening Rachel and I on Mr. T. Borup. Mrs. Shepard seemed cheerful and better this morning.

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Tuesday May 18 A very warm morning. Afternoon threatening and sultry yet but a few drops of rain fell. Mr. Porter came home to luncheon with papa and they spent about two hours here. Called on Mrs. Newport and missed seeing Mrs. Spencer when she came. Mrs. Bigg, Peet sr. Mamie Kelly Mrs. Castle Miss Castle Mrs. Robbins and Emily Robbins called. We hear Dan Hand is a father, and that Fanny Gilfillan and Kingsland Smith are to marry. Rachel is struggling with eye glasses. Very warm evening. Wednesday May 19 A warm rainy morning. Rained very hard in the night and at 430 this a.m. This is Louis 25th. Birth Day. We are sending him a cable to Paris. Jim is at Fort Dodge Iowa. Called on Grace Bigelow and found Mrs. Bigelow and Nellie had just moved to their own house in the row. Met Miss Semple and Mrs. D. R. Noyes calling on Mrs. Bigelow. Then called on Mrs. Spencer and as always had a pleasant visit there. Called on Mrs. H. M. Rice. She has just moved too in to Mr. Auerbachs home near Summit Portland. Wrote to Clara. Thursday May 20

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A cold cloudy threatening morning. Mamie telephoned asking if I could drive up at first I thought weather too damp to take children but finally decided to take them. So just after lunch we started going first to Aunties them I called on Mrs. H. F. Brown and Mrs. Greenleaf in New York ill. And I hear Graces husband has had an attack of appendicitis. We found Mamie looking well much better. Mary and James enjoyed picking wild flowers on way home.

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Friday May 21 A perfect morning. Rachels sixteenth birthday. And as usually on that day we went to the farm taking Mary and James with us. We all enjoyed the day. The row of white and other lilacs were well worth going see such a mass of blossoms. I never saw anywhere. And the Lake so high with the water so clear that we all felt like going out for a while in the country. Garden seemed behind to me. I was surprised to find the Road so good. Rachel seemed happy all day liked her backgammon Board and ivory checkers. Saturday May 22 A dark rainy morning. Rather warm and close. After doing the marketing I went to call on Mrs. Preston who is spending a few days with her son who with Mr. Porter has rented the Gilbert House for the Summer. Letters from Charlotte and Ruth from Nurenburgh and Paris. Charlotte says Paris is in Gloom in consequence of the horrible fire that caused so many deaths there of such prominent people. {In different hand; “Charty (Charity?) Bazar fire.}

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Thursday May 27 Busy all day preparing for the Dinner we give Mr. and Mrs. Stanford Newel this evening. The guests are Mr. and Mrs. Wheelock Gov. Ramsey Mrs. Furness, Mrs. Upham, Miss Lambourne [sic] Judge Greenleaf Clark Mr. F. B. Clarke Mr. and Mrs. Newman Dr. and Mrs. Smith. With those of honor and ourselves. Mr. J. Warren Andrews Claude Madden and Mr. Schlacter as Musicians. All passed off with music fine. May 28 – June 7 {Blank}

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Tuesday June 8 It seems I have been too busy to devote time even a little to this book. Such weather as we have had for two weeks and longer is rather discouraging. Cold and so much rain. Frost so many nights that plants look badly. Quite a frost yesterday morning the 7th of June. We have had a fire in furnace now for ten days and no day would we have been comfortable without it. To day is perfect will it last? Emma Gotzian went with me for a drive yesterday first outing for her for four months. Wednesday June 9 Raining again this forenoon but not cold. I am preparing for the girls return. And for Louis and Walters with them. Telegram from Samuel last night from Beldon saying all well and having good time. Muller seems to be progressing with Lady Mount Stephens portrait. Papa went to New York this evening.

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Thursday June 10 Message from Samuel and Mamie to day saying she is gaining strength and took quite a walk. Raining again this afternoon and atmosphere so sultry as to predict electric storms. Took luncheon at Mrs. Bends in honor of Mrs. Stanford Newel. She looked quite well. Can not go to Minneapolis to hear Gertie Phelps play this evening weather too threatening. Friday June 11 At last a perfect day and so perfect! Letters from Louis Charlotte and Ruth form Edinburgh.

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Saturday June 12 Girls and Louis (Clara Charlotte and Ruth) for home from Southampton on Steamer St. Louis to-day. Cable from them say all well. We are having very hot weather but no flies. Monday June 14 Still hot very. Began to day to have center electric lights all over cleaned quite a piece of work. This is the first time I have had to see to it. Heretofore Mr. Brodie having seen to it once a year. Letter from Ruth from London. Bewailing the fate that allowed neuralgia to prevent her from going to Bucket. Tuesday June 15 Such a hot day 88 in shade on North side where Sun never reaches. In the evening Rachel and I went for a drive out Lexington Ave. toward River found some to us unknown streets and old homes a school which looks like a church and being old greatly interested Rachel. We were caught in beginning on very heavy rain and electric storm.

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Helen Driscoll. She met me at the station. I found all the children there so well and the twins much grown and fine looking babes 4 months tomorrow. Sunday June 20 Morning some cooler. Corpus Christi observed at St. Marys to day by processing of children and canopy ect [sic]. Monsignor Caillet gave benediction. June 21 {Blank}

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Tuesday June 22 Very warm and sultry. Heavy rain in the afternoon and electric storm. Mamie and Samuel returned from Coast this afternoon. She improved in health and looking better. Wednesday June 23 Papa returned from New York this forenoon at 1130 on Milwaukee R. looking quite well. Louis Walter and the girls are coming via Lakes left Buffalo yesterday. Letters from them from New York. No rain to day. I went over to see Mrs. L. E. Reed who has been very ill found her much changed and looking weak. Thursday June 24. Pleasant morning.

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Thursday July 1 My fifty first birthday and such a happy one. Happy that all the children but Jim were at home and all including him are well. Mary M. and James Nathan came down bringing me exquisite embroidered linen lawn handkerchiefs. Samuel and Mamie sent me a beautiful basket of Orchids. Louis brought me four beautiful Dresden cups and saucers. Clara and Charlotte gave me a precious miniature of James. Ruth an old silver Tea Strainer from Nurenburgh [sic]. Rachel a necessaire she made herself and Gertrude made me a Veil case. Walter brought me a little water color from Newburg.

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Friday July 2 This evening July 2nd papa gave me a pin of colored stones and a Turquois [sic] necklace which on examination did not fully please him so he returned it same time he gave Clara a Turquois [sic] in a pin I had a ruby in. Charlotte an opal pin, and Ruth a Turquoise pin. Clara a Turquoise ring too. Mrs. Slade came this evening. July 3 – December 31 {Blank}

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November 4 - December 3 {Written on loose partial pieces of paper from Hotel Netherland, New York.} We left home Nov 4 arrived here 6th. Watertown 7th and back here evening. Tuesday 16 Louis went to Hospital. Wednesday 17th Louis was operated on at three oclock. Thursday was getting over ether. Friday symtoms [sic] all favorable. Saturday although symtoms [sic] most favorable he was....At home Mamie had the family gathering with Father Caillet and Mr. Chemidlin included. Friday 26th Father Caillet found ill in his room after Supper. He lost consciousness and without regaining it died. Sunday 28th at 445 p.m. was buried from St. Marys Wednesday Dec. 1st. Louis sat up Wednesday Dec. 1st at 5 p.m. Dec. 2nd tried to walk. Dec. 3rd walked.

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