Florence Minch Stauffacher Diary – 1917.                                                                           Index

F.M.S. Diary 1917

[Inside front cover, 5-year diary covering 1917, 1918, 1919, 1920 & 1921]

Paid on 2^nd mule

Florence M. Stauffacher,

Monroe, Wisconsin.

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Hatboro, Pennsylvania

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       Kijabe, B.E. Africa

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       Narok, Masai Reserve
       B.E. Africa

[Poem, on clipping]

A NEW LEAF.

He came to my desk with a quivering lip,

The lesson was done -

“Dear teacher, I want a new leaf,” he said,

“I have spoiled this one.”

In place of the leaf so stained and blotted,

I gave him a new one, all unspotted,

And into his sad eyes smiled -

“Do better now, my child.”

I went to the throne with a quivering soul,

The old year was gone -

“Dear Father, hast Thou a new leaf for me?

I have spoiled this one.”

He took the old leaf, stained and blotted,

And gave me a new one, all unspotted,

And into my sad heart smiled -

“Do better now, my child.”

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THE GLORY OF PRESSURE.

“Pressed out of Measure.” --2 Cor. 1.8.

Pressed out of measure and pressed to all length;

Pressed so intensely it seems beyond strength;

Pressed in the body and pressed in the soul,

Pressed in the mind till the dark surges roll.

Pressure by foes, and pressure from friends,

Pressure on pressure, till life nearly ends.

Pressed into knowing no helper but God;

Pressed into loving the staff and the rod;

Pressed into liberty where nothing clings;

Pressed into faith for impossible things.

Pressed into living a life in the Lord,

Pressed into living a Christ-life outpoured.

Mon. Jan. 1

Got things ready & went to Geo's. All went to Mehns for dinner. Jno took Geo's to Stearns for Monroe. Makes us think of a year ago when Geo was so very sick. Started to read the Bible thro.

Tues. Jan. 2

Georges left Monroe for Ripon etc. Jno did chores. I help milk. Then they sawed wood at Schmidlys. These are ideal days.

Wed. Jan. 3

Jno & Emil each took a load of wood to town for Albert. Baked cookies. Cut the boys' hair. Box of candy from Al. Crazy Negro killed some one at county farm & isn't caught yet. Came this way to escape.

Thur. Jan. 4

Jno is just about all in. Too much work. Helpt Emil with wood. Negro is caught. Tried to sew some but didn't go very good.

Fri. Jan. 5

Mr. Mehn here for early dinner. Helps Jno & Emil with wood. These are lovely days. Sewing went better. Letters from Em & Bec & Round Robiners.

Sat. Jan. 6

Suddenly yesterday the pump refused to bring up water. Montecello man came & fixed it. Staid to dinner. I was to stay with Mrs. Mehn tonight but Celia did. Dr. called to see Virginia. Cutting teeth.

Sun. Jan. 7

Went to S.S. & church & had no prayerm't'g too late. Wrote robiners. Read. All napped. Lovely day but snappy cold. Jno milked.

Mon. Jan. 8 (Mrs. Hurlburts birthday.)

Churned which took the best out of 3 hrs. Got 13 ½ lbs. Mrs. Mehn called & took 1 lb. I sent Mrs. Elmer 5 lbs.

Tues. Jan. 9 (Father Stauffacher)

Did a little washing. Jno & Emil went to a sale. There was a little party at Fred Copleins last eve.

Wed. Jan. 10

Wills came to supper. Baked a cake. Another Round Robiner. Jno & Emil at the wood again. I didn't help with the chores.

Thur. Jan. 11

Didn't feel well last night & have been bum all day. Ate nothing. Have some fever & ache. Guess it's grip. C. complained a little too.

Fri. Jan. 12

Feel better. An announcement card from Chas saying they have a girl “Mavis Marie” Jan. 7. Great. Jno went to sale. Snowed all day.

Sat. Jan. 13

Baked 3 pies. Did cleaning all 'round. Jno went to Stearns & the folks came back. Had a fine time but very tired. Sophy not feeling well. Claudon wouldn't eat supper.

Sun. Jan. 14

Claudon had a bad night. Very tame today. Can't keep anything down. Asked Dr. Moyer what to do. Went to S.S. & church. Read & visited this P.M. 18 degrees below zero.

Mon. Jan. 15

Geo. came to help Emil saw wood. Claudon & I rode along. He is still pretty sick. I helpt Della get dinner. They've started ours so will have 'em for dinner tomorrow.

Tues. Jan. 16

Jno & Emil got up more so they didn't get done til about 2 but there's a big pile done. Baked horrid bread. Got dinner at Dellas. Claudon seems about alright. Sawed Franks yet.

Wed. Jan. 17

Uncle Jno St. is buried today. Died Sun. while preaching. Sawed at Wills today. Mattie called. Tried to finish Cls. tan suit but not quite. May go to town Fri. Round Robin came again.

Thurs. Jan. 18

Decided to go to town tomorrow so washed today. Pretty windy & tore sheet. Jno worked at wood. He, Emil & Geo struck up some bargains for trees & Geo pays our taxes.

Fri. Jan. 19

Wills came early. Took iron box along to have fixed. Mrs Schmidly went. Decided I'd go to Alberts Mon. P.M. but this eve he called saying Anna must leave so perhaps will keep house for 'em. I'll go on Mon. tho'.

Sat. Jan. 20

Jno got off in good time for the train. Boys carried in chunks. Lots of 'em & there's lots of split wood so we'll get on. Canned meat ironed & mended. Almost midnight now.

Sun. Jan. 21

Terrible day. Snow storm this morn & this eve rain. Wrote several letters. Very windy now & getting colder. Telephoned Sophy this morn. that's the only time I was outside. Chimney burned out this eve & frightened me.

Mon. Jan. 22 At Alberts.

Got the children packed off to school with their box of clothes. Terrible going for the banks were deep & no track. Sent Jno's letter by Mr. Mehn. Emil took me to Stearns. Albert met me. Plenty to do.

Tues. Jan. 23

Talked with the boys this morning & evening. Guess they are getting on alright. Card from Jno & the Round R. came. Took all day to get it read. Mother & father came. Aunt Mary too. Belva has been sick but is better. Oysters for supper.

Wed. Jan. 24

Did the usual washing before dinner also washed up the floor. Several callers. Albert took Anna father took care of baby for me. Dr. wants Anna to go to heart specialist in Janesville tomorrow.

Thur. Jan. 25

Alb. took Anna again. They have about decided to go to Chi. on Sun. & back on Mon. I keep the children. Anna fainted today when Dr. injected something into her arm. I staid alone they took Robert. Went very well. Talked long this eve.

Fri. Jan. 26

Anna wasn't at all well today. Staid in bed this P.M. Is warmer snowed some. Mother & father came but Anna didn't go to the Dr. Talked with the boys. Potato soup for supper. Geo's may come in tomorrow. Headache.

Sat. Jan. 27 *

Nice day- boys came for dinner as Anna felt better. After dinner Mother & Albert washed dishes & I went down town with the boys. Got cracker jack etc. Claudon didn't like to go back. R. Robin, one from Mrs. Zemmer & one from Jno. Pretty full day but feel fair this eve.

Sun. Jan. 28

The folks left about 4. Aunt Mary took Robert. I keep Chas. He was pretty spunky for awhile but I guess he'll go to sleep alright. Is pretty warm out tonight.

Mon. Jan. 29

Chas slept fine. Awakened him at 6 for a feed & had to again at 9:30. Both children staid awake this eve. Dr. Nuzum says Anna's trouble is all in bowels. Mucous colitis. She feels much relieved. Uncle Pete & aunt Mary also father & mother were here.

Tues. Jan. 30

Edwin Pagel, 2^nd son of Will Pagel in Dutch Hollow accidentally shot himself Sun. eve. Will be buried tomorrow from Lutheran Church. Anna walks to Dr & takes a walk mornings. Seems much better.

Wed. Jan. 31

Lots of Dutch Hollow folks in today. Georges called. Also Mehn. Albert expects to go out tomorrow. Have about decided I'll go home on Mon. They'll try to get a girl. Getting colder again. snowed a little.

Thur. Feb. 1

Albert preaches out in the Hollow tonight. It's very cold. Mr. Mehn took him out. I'm sleeping down stairs with Anna. Baby isn't at all well. Guess its his teeth. Are letting the water run tonight from the faucets so it doesn't freeze.

Fri. Feb. 2

Very very cold last night & all day. Some said 'twas 25 below others said more & staid so cold all day. Albert walked to Stearns & came home. Anna rested this P.M. Baby is peevish. They put a want ad in the paper for a girl. Hope they get one- but a good one. Children were restless all night. Slept poorly. Ground hog saw shadow. Sent letter to Jno.

Sat. Feb. 3

Made a mistake yesterday & Thur. [probably referring to diary entries on wrong pages] Still cold but not so bad. Letter from Jno. Am planning to go home Mon. If Anna goes to hospital for tonsils I may come in again. Have kinda planned to stay here & help instead of going to Hooppole. No girls have applied. Wrote Jno today.

Sun. Feb. 4

Two girls applied will come tomorrow to see about it. Was to be Day of Prayer today. Albert was to preach this A.M. & program this eve in which I was to speak. But it was so cold & windy they decided to put it off. Went to Xian church this eve.

Mon. Feb. 5

Was going home this morning but the roads were so badly drifted was afraid Emil couldn't get thro. They hired a Mrs Johnson with her 13 yr old boy to come for a few days only. They will move up stairs- beds etc. It is warmer & we'll go home in the morning.

Tues. Feb. 6

Came home this A.M. Emil met me. Started fires but went to Emils for dinner. Sophy brot the children home. A card from Jno & Albert read it to me over the phone. He got money so was going on. Emil got the Grimm incubator for only $1. Took children to E's & put all to bed. We went to church. L F Kiekhoefer preached. Good crowd.

Wed. Feb. 7

We staid at Emils all night & for breakfast but came up about 10 & staid. Frank drove to church & I left the boys at Emils put all to bed. We rode along. Mr. L.F. Kiekhoefer preached again. Emil staid home. R.R. letter came.

Thur. Feb. 8

Letters from Jno & Mama. Old Mr Hillman whom Jno was going to see died, very suddenly so Jno was staying at Schnellers while they went to Marshfield to the funeral. Baked bread. Mr Kiekhoefer called. 12 boats sunk yesterday. The crisis has about come.

Fri. Feb. 9

Della baked bread so late she couldn't go to meeting. She helped me with cutting out R's overcoat from J's old one. Also made an apron for me. Good meeting tonight. 8 went forward. Staid pretty late. So cold still. More boats sunk today.

Sat. Feb. 10

Ironed this morning & went to meeting this P.M. Was coming right home but they thot quarterly conf. wouldn't last long so waited for a ride. Boys sleep here tonight.

Sun. Feb. 11

Awfully cold but all went this morning. Della staid as Irene was not well. Asked us to stop for dinner. Left the boys again tonight & went. Two more forward & all but one were saved. Rode home with Priens.

Mon. Feb. 12

Meetings closed this eve. 14 converts in all. Very cold still. Emil drove. alone again tonight. Read. Sewed at coat.

Tues. Feb. 13

Emils went to town & I kept the girls. R.R. & card from Jno telling of his experience with the old maid at Sparta. Boys are with me tonight. Ripped my skirt. Considerably warmer today.

Wed. Feb. 14 (Florences 7^th birthday)

Went to Matties to sew at skirt. Got started rather late as Albert came out for wood & returned with coal. Then this P.M. Mattie & I went to prayer mtg at Old Mr. Malkows. Then I staid at Wills all night. Talked long.

Thur. Feb. 15

Jno's card came today saying we'd cut out Hooppole. I thot I was perfectly neutral but find I'm pretty much disappointed. Came home from Wills & ate dinner then went to Mattie's again. It's pretty well along & looks fine. Wrote R.R. & Jno & mama pc.

Fri. Feb. 16

After sending letters with the children I remembered I hadn't finished addressing Jnos. & talked with Emil about going home so rewrote Jnos & mamas saying we're going. Sewed at dress & finished coat.

Sat. Feb. 17

Came to town with Wills. Boys stay at Grandmas. I'm with Anna. Albert went to Milwaukee. A letter from Jno with $5 in it. The children seem to know dad is gone. They are awful cranky. Mrs Johnson hired help seems very nice.

Sun. Feb. 18

A beautiful day. Folks all came down this P.M. They upset in cutter yesterday going home. Father didn't see a stone at a corner. Children are good tonight. Wrote Alice, Jno, & postals to Jo & Manshart.

Mon. Feb. 19

Albert didn't come til 8:30 but I staid only long enuf to get the children to bed. Boys spent most all day here. Robert has lots of fun playing with them. Snowed awful big flakes today. Letter from mama Grandma is sick.

Tues. Feb. 20

Got Als card that Albert had in his pocket since last Wed. Spoke at Union W.M.S. at Mrs Dursts. Georges butchered. Albert went out & brot our meat in. Will can mine here. Letter from Jno saying H. plans are fine.

Wed. Feb. 21

Sewed at mothers dress all A.M. Went to Aid with her this P.M. Card from JoJo saying alright. A letter from Racine for Jno so sent it on. Went to P.O. & home in 20 min. Over to Elmers to spend eve.

Thur. Feb. 22 (Washingtons birthday)

Finished mothers dress. Went to Alberts before Train & had tea. Albert & Anna went to depot. Train late but found Jo alright. Had a pleasant eve together.

Fri. Feb. 23 * 6 PM

Left Freeport 7:25. Got here 2 or so. Mama & Aunt Lorene met us. Grandma is better. We stay at Aunt Lorenes. Talked to Al. Daisy Mathis Vaughan buried today.

Sat. Feb. 24

Crocheted a lot yesterday on the way down. & today again. Called at Santees & Carrie Offerles, Aunt Lorene. the boys & I. Round R came last eve. Sent several letters.

Sun. Feb. 25

One certainly never knows what a day may bring. Alice brot a telegram from Phila. saying money had come for us to go could we make the Mar. 10 boat. I've telegraphed John to come as quickly as possible. Taught Aunt Lorenes S.S. class. Went to church tonight. Darwin is so cunning.

Mon. Feb. 26

2 years ago today we landed. We went to the 6:52 this eve but Jno didn't come then but on a later one. Talked things over some. He rather thinks we ought to go or try to as things seem to have opened up so fine. Got $63 at Racine.

Tues. Feb. 27 (Mama's birthday)

We wired Phila. we'd try to get away. & asked them to send passport blanks. They replied they would. Telephoned to Mother S to have Emil meet us Thur. A.M. Went to Aunt Ellens for supper. Bot goods & had pictures taken. Goods for boys suits.

Wed. Feb. 28

Wrote letters & cut out suits. Jno & I left at noon. Got to Freeport about 8. Are staying at J.E. Heilmans. Talked to Jo Renach will stay with her when we come back Fri.

Thur. Mar. 1

Emil met us at Stearns. Mother & father met us at Monroe. We'll get to town tomorrow. George's came & helpt & we're pretty well packed up. Went to Geo's for all night. Franks & Wills came too. George will take us to town tomorrow. It may seem rather foolish to be rushing off like this but with war conditions as they are there may not be any later sailings. & Everything seems to be opening up splendidly.

Fri. Mar. 2

Alberts moved yesterday – above a store north side square. Got in in good time in Georges new spring wagon. Left for Freeport at 4:11. Staying at JoJos. Got a pair of shoes from John at E&W store. Aunt Lorene talked tonight. Telegram says boat leaves Mar. 8. Flora Mayer called.

Sat. Mar. 3

I made another [diary entry] mistake on Feb. 29. We got here to Geneseo at 2. Found papers to be filled out. Aaron went with Jno to Waterman. Uncle Fred took him to Cambrige to the Clerk of the Court – got back about 8. Aaron & I repacked. Helpt sew too.

Sun. Mar. 4

Jno talked this morning. Elmer came in for us. The boys are out there. Had dinner at uncle Freds. Gave us the collection $13 + Jno also spoke this eve. Collection $14. Warren was out. Had ducks for supper.

Mon. Mar. 5

Up early. Elmer took us to Annawan. Aaron came from Geneseo with checks for trunks. Also gave us money. $5 from him & $2 from Aunt Annie. Riebes met us & we changed our route therefore saving half & Jno got an organ. Cora's saw us off. The boys are settled. R. was sick on train & street car.

Tues. Mar. 6

Got here to New York after 11 P.M. Mr. Hague & Mr Dinwiddie met us. Came to 491 Lexington Ave. Mrs Wylie's. Palmer didn't come to the train in Phila. Find there are 9 others in the party. Very tired.

Wed. Mar. 7 (Aunt Lorene's birthday.)

Up late. Mr Hague called for John. All went to the aquarium while Jno & Mr Hague went to pass port office. All went well til the British Consulate asked Jno where his parents were born then when he said his mother was born in Germany that finished it. Went to see Belgium Consulate.

Went to farewell meeting in Brooklyn but it feels like something heavy is inside. They all promised prayers & perhaps if Mr Hague thinks best we'll see the British Consulate again tomorrow. Boat doesn't leave 'til Friday. It is such a disappointment. God may do the impossible. I feel sort o' grippy. Saw Alta & Miss Morse. Mr. Hurlburt wants to see us badly. May go tomorrow. There's $100 for outfit too but guess we'll do nothing 'til passport papers are fixed up.

Thur. Mar. 8

Were in most all day. Feel better this eve but the disappointment is the worst I've ever experienced. Nothing further has developed. Took a bus ride this P.M. Mr Hague called for Jno this eve but he had gone to bed.

Fri. Mar. 9

Boat doesn't go til tomorrow. Alta, Mr Hurlburt & Dr. Pierson called this P.M. Mr H. knows we can't go. Mr Boggs came this eve & we all met him at the training school. Had a nice meeting & ice cream afterward- almost midnight. Mr Dinwiddie took lunch with us but hadn't any definite plans for us. Telegraphed Palmer about coming over there.

Sat. Mar. 10

Went to the pier to see everybody off. Came home before the boat left thinking there might be word from Palmer but none yet. Council meeting there this P.M. Felt badly all day better this eve. Pretty tough to see the rest go & we couldn't.

Sun. Mar. 11

There must be some reason for it all & some day we'll understand now our duty is to find God's place for us. Heard Dr. Jowett this A.M. Alta called & we had a good chat. Jno went to some free musical. This eve all went to organ musical. Letter from Palmer. Hasn't helpt us decide much. How I'd like to know what this space [following year's entry] will contain.

Mon. Mar. 12

Letter from Gribbles. We packed up & came to Phila. Are in the home. May stay in a vacated house out a ways. Mr Boggs must see about it. Mr Dinwiddie wrote Washington about our case.

Tues. Mar. 13

An evangelist stays here & preaches at Baracha. A Mr Shiverea. Went to hear him tonight. Such a powerful address. “Why will ye die”. 3 young men went forward. No word from Mr Dinwiddie.

Wed. Mar. 14

Washed out a few things yesterday. Ironed 'em today. Help some in the kitchen. Mr Boggs with Mr Palmer & Jno are to go to see about the house tomorrow. Good sermon again. Headache. Womens meeting this P.M.

Thur. Mar. 15

Mr. Boggs couldn't go today. Will tomorrow. Letter from Mr Dinwiddie Jno should be ready to go with him at any time. Helpt down stairs. Dr Cleggett took the boys for an auto ride & bot them a box of candy. Good service again.

Fri. Mar. 16

Letter from mama. Lovely day. Were asked to de Groffs for dinner. Mr. Burford too. Made & pulled taffy before coming home. Meeting this eve very good.

Sat. Mar. 17

Helpt in the kitchen all A.M. Dr. Clagett asked to have the boys spend the P.M. with his boy. Rained all A.M. P.M. Mr. Boggs took Messers Palmer, De Groff & Dinwiddie & Jno & I to Hatboro to see the home there offered to the mission. About 16 mi. A nice big place. Mr. D. went to Washington this eve.

Sun. Mar. 18

Lovely morning. Jno & the boys went for a walk. I went to S.S. All went to services. Wrote mama this P.M. while Jno was at mens meeting. All went to meeting this eve. Quite a number forward again tonight.

Mon. Mar. 19

Letter from Aunt Annie. Wrote a lot of cards. Talked with Mr Dinwiddie this eve. Said the Sec. to Brit. Am. said he thot they could put it thro but would have to write London first. So we're hoping & praying. Thinks Jno better see about getting work at Hatboro before we go out. Miss Young is advised to take 6 mos. vacation. Talked too long didn't get to meeting. Jno went down town to a meeting.

Tues. Mar. 20

Talked things over this morning & almost decided to pull out for home. Can't do what we'd like to do & yet no one suggests any thing else. Mr Benford went to work today. I helped in kitchen P.M. in office. Jno is out with Mr. De Groff. Ladies meeting held. Lots up.

Wed. Mar. 21

Jno & I went out again with Mr. & Mrs. De Groff. Work today as usual. Mrs. Dr. Clagett helpt with the cardwork today. Letter from Dr. Gribble. Good meeting again tonight here.

Thur. Mar. 22

Women's meeting at 4 P.M. Spoke good. Jno worked at cards. Tonight I staid & worked at cards & Jno went. Jno's eyes are giving out. Called on the folks that took care of him two years ago.

Fri. Mar. 23

Usual work. Jno went to library. I worked at cards for awhile. So pleasant outside I let the children play all day. A brother-in-law of Rhoads called on us today. Asked us to their home sometime.

Sat. Mar. 24 *

Heavy again! We were told this eve that we better go back to Wis. We don't want to. Council met today. Talked a little to Mr Hague about it but my heart is too full for much talk. Bathed youngsters.

Sun. Mar. 25

Ideal day. Took a walk thro the cemetery after dinner. Don't feel very well. Handed out cards for the meetings. House full tonight. Text “What think ye of Christ”. I talked to Juniors.

Mon. Mar. 26

Washed. Saw Mr Palmer this morning & he says it's alright to look for rooms & stay here. Looked for some but not very satisfactory. Look further tomorrow. Went to meeting tonight Second Coming. Awfully good but I feel miserable. Sore throat etc.

Tues. Mar. 27

Raining. Throat is sore. Jno wanted me to stay in bed but I had dampened the clothes & they needed ironing etc. Thot we had rooms but after promising one thing She wanted another so altho our boxes were sent there we had them brot here to the home. Will look again tomorrow.

Wed. Mar. 28

Throat is better. Hunting rooms again but think we have some now that will do til something better is found. Near Carbarns. on 32^nd. not far from here. Paying $4.50 a week. Mr Schiverea closes his meetings tonight. Baptisms too.

Thur. Mar. 29

Came over to 2305 32^nd St. but can't say I like it specially. Too dirty. & noisy. Irish people. At 4 we struck out. Jno & the boys walked to Ginriches with me. I spoke at W.M.S. Enjoyed it very much. Gave me 1.80. Came home about 11. Head aches much of the time.

Fri. Mar. 30

Went to the home & helpt awhile this P.M. Laid in a supply of food this A.M. Very pleasant days. Went to look at rooms on Hollywood.

Sat. Mar. 31

Mrs. Deteweiler wanted to go to Olney this P.M. & asked me to stay there. Worked at Miss Hunts coat some. Still have headache & some sore throat. Get more & more disgusted with these dirty rooms.

This certainly has been a strenuous month. & now this waiting time is very hard too. We help a little in the office & do some speaking so hope to be accomplishing some thing.

Sun. Apr. 1

Miss Hunt came early & we went together to Llanerch. I spoke in S.S. staid to dinner. Severe headache again over noon. Staid with Dunwoodys. Very nice people. Talked til 4 then we came home. Went to hear music this eve. Jno & the boys went to the Park most of the day.

Mon. Apr. 2

Letter from home. Washed & ironed also a few things for Miss Hunt. Went to Mrs De Groffs to choose from some things that came in a box to her. Jno went out toward the country to look for rooms & was put to work by people that wanted help for gardening etc. Made $1 this P.M.

Tues. Apr. 3

Jno went out again early this morning & worked til noon. Got $1.25. This P.M. & evening was Day of Prayer at the Home. I talked in P.M. & Jno in eve. Helpt Mrs. Detweiler this morning. Wrote home. These beds are awfully buggy. Children are terribly bit up. Will look for other rooms tomorrow.

Wed. Apr. 4

Mrs. Detweiler & I went around quite a bit yesterday. Mr. Palmer had given us one on Taylor St. They are old people. When Jno came home we decided to go look at them & altho they need fixing up will take them & fix at them. Stopt at a church & heard the Crucifixion given.

Thur. Apr. 5

Told the lady today we were moving tomorrow morning. Rained hard all P.M. & is at it still. Jno did indoor work got 1.50 for it.

Fri. Apr. 6

Came over to Taylor St. this A.M. Found the rooms ready for us. Settled & had dinner. Jno left right after dinner for Allentown will be away over Sun.

Sat. Apr. 7

Raymond had bad cold & fever yesterday but is better today. After dinner C. & I went down to Broad St & looked at windows. I wanted lining for Miss Hunts coat. Couldn't find any here so brot C home & walked to Wanamakers & got some. Went to the home & found Della sent wrong hat so Miss H. fixed up one for me. took Mrs D. a daffodil.

Sun. Apr. 8 Easter

Dr. Clagett sent the boys each a chocolate egg & Mrs D. had given each a basket of candy eggs. I hid all & they found them. Went to services twice. Snowing hard this eve. My! it's nice & quiet & clean here.

Mon. Apr. 9 Mother & father S's wedding anni.

Snow!!! Jno came home about noon. Everything was white 3 or 4 inches of snow & cold too. Jno brot eggs of all shapes & books etc. Gribbles sent us check for $10. Bless 'em. R. needs a suit so badly. Worked a little at Miss H's coat.

Tues. Apr. 10

Had word yesterday that Steeles want us for supper & to talk to a meeting in evening. Went down & got R a suit. Jno got butter & eggs. Had a fine time at Steeles. Every thing very elegant. Mr Haas writes of a S.S. line from N.Y. to Congo direct. We're finding out about it.

Wed. Apr. 11

Finished Miss H's coat. Looks fair. Was at the home most all day. Mr. Starkweather who is just home from the hospital is going away tomorrow for a while in the country. They are very nice people. Warm this eve. Letters from mama & Alta.

Thur. Apr. 12 Grandma O's 82^nd birthday.

Washed this A.M. Pretty much. Thot 'twas going to rain but it cleared. Help't Mrs. Detweiler clean closets & wardrobes etc. Have a terrible cold in my head.

Fri. Apr. 13

Went over early this morning so as to help right away. Rainy morning. Mrs. Hartman was at it too. Did front 3^rd floor. Miss Hunts. Had clam chowder for dinner.
Very good. Colder again. Stuck a dahlia root into a pot out here.

Sat. Apr. 14

Went over to the home to get mail. Expected to go again this eve but Jno didn't come home from work til almost 8. Didn't even bathe.

Sun. Apr. 15

Children & I went to S.S. Jno came to church. P.M. went to Episcopalian church & heard Easter Carols. Afterward went to Ginrichs for supper & Jno spoke & the boys sang “Karubino”. Card from Al says she's going to send 1 doz. eggs for my birthday.

Mon. Apr. 16

Jno went to work as usual. Went to the home this P.M. Cleaned china closet & kitchen cupboard. Mrs. D. hasn't her drawers all finished yet so couldn't go at her room.

Tues. Apr. 17

Were at the home again. Ginrichs boys came as we had arranged & ours went to the park with them. They showed ours a very nice time. Had lunch too. Jno spoke at School of the Bible received quite a little money.

Wed. Apr. 18

Staid at the home while Mrs. Detweiler went down town for butter & eggs etc. Got home late Jno was already here. Quite warm & springy out this eve.

Thur. Apr. 19

Mrs. De Groff & I went to Collingswood N.J. for a lunch & meeting with a Miss Society of the Baptist church. Mrs. D. kept the boys. Home rather late again. Letters from Dr. & fathers.

Fri. Apr. 20 (36^th birthday.)

Went to the home. helpt Mrs D some with cleaning. Went to De G's for birthday supper. took it to Park. but pretty cold. Ice cream at home. Cards from Lo. Co. Mrs D. & miss H.

Sat. Apr. 21

Rainy this morning. Cleared then another storm with thunder & lightening & rain came. Jno went to Reading. Mr. Westervelt is at the home. A Mr. James finding out we're keeping house sends us a qt. of milk each day.

Sun. Apr. 22

Very pleasant all day. Saw Mr. Westervelt. Talked at Bapt. York & 18^th. Young Folks Meeting. Mrs. Detweiler, Miss Hunt & Mr. Westervelt took us over. Letters from E.H. & Aunt Loreen.

Mon. Apr. 23

Some blue Mon. Children very trying too. Went to Dr Kants. He filled two for Claudon & dug two out for me & looked at Jno. We'll take R. to a Dr Jones tomorrow. Jno came about noon & left about 5:30 for Wilmington, Del. Birthday card from ma.

Tues. Apr. 24

Dr. Kants took R & me to see Dr Jones who said he'd do it – straighten R's teeth for $50. Jno says can't until we have the money. Dr. K. filled two & dug out 2 more. we're to go down to Dr. J. at 11 in the morning.

Wed. Apr. 25 (FCM's 35th)

Washed. Jno went to see Mr. Westervelt then went to Dr. Kants. They had a long talk. Dr. was very nice about it all. We don't take R. to Dr J. til the money is here. The Lord can send it in at once. We have $25 but J. thinks it must all be here. If it's the lord's will that it should be done.

Thur. Apr. 26

Rained. Went to Dr.'s at 11:30 Jno didn't go to work. too rainy. I fixed dinner for him & the boys & I took lunch & after having my teeth fixed went to W.M.S. at Berachah. Talked. No money yet.

Fri. Apr. 27 (Elfreda L's 36^th.)

Dr. K. polished & cleaned my teeth. Talked afterward. Read a letter from Rhoad. Went to the Home. Mrs D was away. Did some stitching. To bed pretty early.

Sat. Apr. 28

Jno went to work as he doesn't go til tomorrow morning. Did shopping - for Mrs. D. too. Sewed & mended. Lovely baths tonight. Mrs Stark – went to her sisters over night.

Sun. Apr. 29 (Aunt Lorene & Uncle Dicks wedding day.)

Lovely day. Went to SS & church. Miss Armeman asked us along for dinner & afterwards down to hear Chas. Inglis – evangelist. Then Mrs. D & Miss Hunt were here for supper & we all went to church. Boys very tired. Good talk tonight.

Mon. Apr. 30

Jno speaks at Allentown tonight. Don't know whether he's coming home tonight or not. Helpt Mrs. D. iron & clean. Tomorrow is day of prayer. Lady from Morocco is to speak. Photo album & letter from mama.

About the most disappointing thing to me is our inablity to agree on R's teeth. I think they should be fixed at once. Jno thinks unless money comes the Lord doesn't want it done. I know He is able one way or another so I am resting & praying.

Tues. May 1

Jno got back last night. Rained so he didn't go to work all went to A.I.M. prayer m't'g PM & eve. a Miss Tryon spoke on Morocco. Very fine. Jno had the evening.

Wed. May 2

Jno went to work as usual. Mrs. Starkweather washed. Miss Tryon spoke at Barachah. Very fine. Cut out Miss Hunts cover. Notice that the barrel is here.

Thurs. May 3

Talked to young women at York & 18^th. Washed. Went to the home to see about getting the barrel. Met Mr Hole of Friends Mission. also a letter from Sec. at W- saying it was improbable that papers would get here by July 15. Mr. Dinwiddie thinks money should be used for others to go out. about ready to give up.

Fri. May 4

-Rainy- Things look a little brighter this morning. The Lord can get the papers as well as extra money if it is His desire. Helpt at the home all day. Cleaned front & Miss Youngs room. Miss Hunt taking rest cure. Mrs. D- was home for two days had a nice time. Asked Columbia Ex to bring barrel. Hasn't come yet. Was to talk to Miss Barnes' girls but too rainy.

Sat. May 5

So rainy & threatening Jno didn't go to work. Walked down to a big market & around & home on Ridge. Finished ironing & wrote Mattie. Letter from father. So cold.

Sun. May 6

Cloudy & threatening all day. Children & I went to S.S. & church. Jno went down town. We all went down for vesper service & had supper – strawberries & cream. Jno went to Sunbeam Mission & the boys & I came home. I went to Palmers church after the boys were in bed.

Mon. May 7

Went to help Mrs. Detweiler clean cellar. Children staid with Jno. He had Mr Palmers Bible Class this eve at Berachah.

Tues. May 8 Our 11^th anniversary

Wanted to celebrate this eve by going to the Park but its too cold & rainy. Jno & I went to markets. Then I fixed dinner for them & I went to Mrs Ds. Worked at cellar again. Jno at School of the Bible.

Wed. May 9 (Rena's birthday)

Joffre the great French general was here today & we were to the Park to see him. Took our dinner too. Then went to the Museum & Independence Hall. Saw Liberty Bell. Jno spoke on Africa at Berachah.

Thur. May 10

Jno saw “Pat” last night & asked him here to supper tonight. He came. Had a nice time Newell Ginrich was here too. I helpt at the home again. After supper the boys & I got some ice cream. Pat staid til 10. Same old Pat.

Fri. May 11 (Aunt Annies birthday)

Went to help all day. Cleaned parlor & dining room. Feet hurt a lot again today. Jno went to Darby this P.M. Speaks there tonight. I talked to Miss Barnes girls. Letter from Hurlburt. Because of new ruling all will have trouble to leave by next boat. Applications must be in 5 mos before sailing.

Sat. May 12

Jno went along to the Ridge. Nothing out of the ordinary Sat. Work. Bathing etc.

Sun. May 13

Boys went to Sun S. Jno & I went to Wanamakers church heard Evangeline Booth. Good. Children & I were at Mrs. Dr. Kantzes S.S. this PM. Jno & I to another church this eve.

Mon. May 14

Mrs Starkweather washed this A.M. & I this P.M. Nice day all dried. Jno at Mr. P's Bible class again. Wrote Robin letter.

Tues. May 15

Went to the Home for all day. Cleaned the Office. Mrs. Hartman helpt. Jno at School of Bible tonight.

Wed. May 16

Went to Park for supper. The barrel was at the Home so we unpacked. All was in fine shape. Very sultry & trying to rain. Decided to get chairs & an awning for the flat. Hair cut all round. Mailed parcel to Floyd.

Thur. May 17

Did some stitching at Mrs. Detweilers. Made a petticoat. Were to go to Pats tonight but Jno wanted to take in some music down town. Mrs D. is getting ready for a few days at Keswick.

Fri. May 18 * 6 AM

Had dinner home. Got to Allentown & went to Mrs. Stine's. She had ice cream. Mr. B. met us in station. Got here about 6:45. Very nice social & jolly people. 4 children. baby 14 mos. Talked late. Have a phono & good records.

Sat. May 19 (Floyd's 6^th, Mrs. J.R.R's.)

Got up late. Mr. B. Home at noon. We took up old & put down new linoleum in kitchen. Had supper on lawn. Ice cream too. How lovely it is out here in country. Children went fishing C. got all muddy.

Sun. May 20

They don't attend any place. The church here is Lutheran. Men took a walk. While eating dinner the Freed family came from Allentown. Had a pleasant PM. They staid for supper. Children ate on veranda. S.S. lesson after supper.

Mon. May 21

Washed a big wash & Jno worked at trees. Nice day for drying. Cloudy tonight. Children were measley. Didn't go to school but will tomorrow.

Tues. May 22 (Cora's 29^th)

Forgot to send Cora a card. Mrs. B & Betty went to Allentown shopping came home with Mr B this eve. I kept baby. Every one was fine. No trouble with any of 'em. Jno still at the trees. Got clothes ready to iron.

Wed. May 23

Ironed but sat down much of the time. My feet have been so tired every night I couldn't endure standing on 'em. They think we must stay all summer. Mrs B. needs help in Aug & wants us to stay all the time.

Thur. May 24

We decided we'd better hike back to Phila tomorrow. Jno has the trees in pretty good shape & we must look after our stuff but if there are no other plans we may come back here next week. Mr. B. fears not & wants us to stay.

Fri. May 25

Got to Allentown about 9:30 went to Bethlehem. Took dinner with Bartholomews. Very pleasant. Missed our 2 P.M. car & had to wait til 3. Got to the home at 6. Mrs DeG. had us stay for supper. Mr. Perkins from Studds Mission is here. Went with Mrs D. to a prayermtg. Jno came home.

Sat. May 26

Did usual work. Jno went to see Mr. Palmer but he was gone. Yesterday was the opening of the New York home for A.I.M. Took supper at Park. A number of letters came. Gribbles hope to leave in July.

Sun. May 27

Mr Perkins here for dinner. Saw Pat's sister. Go there tomorrow eve. Jno is at Camden tonight. Very warm. Wrote letters. May go to Hatboro after all. Jno sees Palmer tomorrow.

Mon. May 28

Rainy all day. R. not feeling well. seems feverish. He staid here the rest went to Pattens. Had a very nice time. Got 3 pieces of goods for bloomers from Miss Scattergood.

Tues. May 29

Expected to get out to Hatboro today but Mr. Boggs doesn't come home til this eve. Makes Jno restless. This waiting business is pretty hard. Still showery but washed white clothes this P.M. Not dry. Don't feel good.

Wed. May 30 Decoration Day.

Felt all done out & sick stomach. but washed the colored wash & dried all. This P.M. Perkins & Jno & boys went to Park. I ironed & then Mrs DeG. Mrs Detweiler & I took luch & met the men. Pleasant time. Very tired. Lovely day. Spose Bibigham family went to Bath as usual.

Thur. May 31

Tho't sure Mr Boggs would be heard from. Mr Palmer wrote him. Jno went down town this P.M. Wrote letters.

Fri. June 1

Jno & Mr Perkins were told to go down & see Mr. Steele and we are really to go out on Mon. First thot we'd hire a truck for boxes now decided to go on the train & check them. Very glad.

Sat. June 2

Very busy getting things packed & over to the home. Men went for walk & we, Mrs Detweiler, Mrs DeGroff & Miss Geiger all took supper to the park. Jno's picnic. Mrs D. made ice cream. Miss Hanffler was there too. Had nice time.

Sun. June 3 (Johns 34^th)

Mr. Perkins called. They went for a walk while children & I went to S.S. They came to church. I taught Miss Barnes class. Staid home & rested P.M. Eve went to a church on Broad. But music wasn't very good.

Mon. June 4

Hatboro. Got up about 4:30. Express man came in good time. Everything got off & all went fine. Got here about 10. Couldn't find Boggs letter to Mc Garbetts but got in O.K. Got right to work Jno outside & spades a little. Mr. Perkins & I went at kitchen first. Plumber came to connect water pipes.

Tues. June 5

Registration day today for all between 21 & 30. Warren is in it. Mr. P. cleans windows & wipes walls & I sweep & dust furniture. Finished dining room & part of front rooms. Rained this eve. The men set out 40 tomatoes & 3 doz cabbages & beets.

Wed. June 6

Jno went to Phila. to talk at W.M.S. conv. Went well. Had nice time. Came home 7:30. Mr P. Cleaned all windows on 2^nd floor. I swept & cleaned down stairs also our room & got one trunk up. Feet are very tired tonight. Letter from Mrs Bibighaus. Parcel & letter to Darwin.

Thur. June 7

Mr. P. swept halls & 3^rd floor. Rained & Jno did the cellar. I put away our stuff pretty well. Good day for the stuff that was planted.

Fri. June 8 (Della's birthday.)

Last year Della had her operation. Wrote her tonight. Men spaded garden. Pipes don't work right must have plumber again. My feet are awful! Most make me cry.

Sat. June 9

Tho't perhaps Boggs & Steele would come but didn't know. Had just bathed & dressed when Mr. Hurlburt called up stairs & here was a big crowd. Dinwiddie, Steeles, Boggs, Palmers, Banks, McQuilkin, etc. Lovely time. Jno & Mr P. staid at work. Council meeting on veranda. Mrs Steele took a lot of us to Christ's Home. Alta stays with us. til Mon.

Sun. June 10

Alta & we went to M.E. church this A.M. Mr. P. rested. All rested & talked this P.M. Put the boys to bed & we 4 started for Baptist church when we met Jay Steele bringing Mr. H. Harry came for Alta. A party had come from Africa & he wanted Alta to see 'em before leaving for N.Y. in the morning. She returned with 'em & we went to church.

Mon. June 11

Rainy all day. Jno & I went by trolley to Phila. Saw Andersons & Mrs Hannay & Dr. Blakeslee. Dr. looks thin. others aren't so bad. Saw Dr. Clagget about feet & got arches. Got big order of hardware- brot all along. Got new hat for $1.

Tues. June 12

Should have washed as it didn't rain but looked so cloudy I feared it would. Men worked hard at garden. Planted almost a bushel of potatoes again tonight. If rains keep on we'll have lots to eat from the garden. Letters came today from Boggs that should have come last week to inform us of the Sat. visit. Answered at once.

Wed. June 13

Cloudy this A.M. Didn't start washing til 11. Got done but not all dry. Mr. Radcliffe M.E. preacher called. Men finished big spading. Boxes came for Mrs Tayl.

Thur. June 14

Ironed part (on table board). Gas man called & took measures & will report to Boggs on cost. Very warm then a thunder storm & cooler. Planted a few flower seeds. Mr. Colby Bapt. preacher called brot prints of pictures taken Tues. house & boys very good. Short cake for supper. Letter from Cora.

Fri. June 15

Plumber came & fixed pipes that wouldn't work right. We 4 went to Willow Grove to hear Pryors band. Mr Perkins had letter from Palmer that because of his way of criticizing he is dismissed. He expects to leave tomorrow. We are very very sorry.

Sat. June 16

Perkins left this morning. Seemed very bitter. We feel very sorry it happened so & think if things had been talked over it would not have occurred. Seems very lonely without. We liked him so much. Rather looked for some city folks but none came. Took a long walk this eve. Letter from Co. Em is married.

Sun. June 17

Took children to M.E. S.S. Jno came to services. Rested then Jno & the boys went for a long walk. I wrote fathers & robin. Went to Baptist church. Still have a depressed feeling when thinking of Perkins. Wonder where he is.

Mon. June 18

Was up 4:30. Got washing done early. Letter from Palmer saying Dr. Davises were coming. Miss Geiger called & said I should telephone. They may be out Wed. P.M. Jno trimmed the trees some. Improves the place. Washed my hair.

Tues. June 19

Pretty full day all around. Just finished dinner when Mrs Taylor came. Jno went to work for a Mrs Hilt so didn't see her. She left about 4 P.M. Mrs Steele & her mother called. Unpacked & washed dishes. Jno home late to supper.

Wed. June 20

Mended this P.M. & went to the 3:20 car to meet Davises. R. also went to 4 & at 4:30 they came. R met them. Mrs Detweiler came with them but returned at once. Baby is so cunning.

Thur. June 21

Jno worked A.M. All went to Willow Grove this P.M. 'Twas fine. On way back Miss Willoughby caught our car. Came out to see Mrs. Davis. Stays all night. Everyone pretty tired.

Fri. June 22 (Elmers birthday)

Miss W. left early. Mrs Davis went with me to do shopping. Seems very tired tonight. Sat on veranda & talked late. Wrote Mrs Taylor & Jno did too- about painting etc.

Sat. June 23

Dr. left for Camden this A.M. Baked bread yesterday. Got pretty good. Cleaned & laid up things for tomorrow. While we sat on veranda this eve Miss Willoughby & Mr Hess came. On way back to car treated us all to cream.

Sun. June 24

Took children to S.S. They went home & Jno came to church. Mrs. D. got dinner. Children were very noisy all P.M. To bed early. Jno & I went to Baptist church.

Mon. June 25

Wash out early. Dr. came about noon & all had dinner & they left. Wanted to make the 1:54 but didn't. After they left I wrote Mr Dinwiddie & then Mrs. Boyer from Baracha came to ask what her daughter needs for Africa. Staid til supper time. Retired early.

Tues. June 26 (Kenneth D's birthday)

Washed bedding this morning and ironed everything. Didn't finish til after dinner. Got some letters off. Methodists asked Jno to take prayerm't'g Thur. & he said I would. Parcel of pillows from Della. Asters from Mrs. Detweiler.

Wed. June 27

Jno & I went to the Park this eve. Left boys alone. It was very nice. All Victor Herberts own compositions. Mended all day.

Thur. June 28

Spoke at prayerm't'g. Mr. Krauthammer led. About 15 there. Mrs. Laffert the neighbor to the east sends us lettuce most every day. Jno had intended going to the Park but too tired.

Fri. June 29

Did some shopping. Got two musk melons for .25. Had fish for dinner. Unpacked Mrs. Taylors stuff. Everything is very fine. Lovely silver. Swept & dusted.

Sat. June 30

Bot peas from Mrs Laffert & the Plumbers wife brot lots more. Canned a pt. Yesterday canned a qt of beans. Sent Geo's corn for birthday. Was going to pick peas for Mrs Hilt but some one else did. Baked gingers.

The month has been full of all sorts. We are scarcely yet reconciled to Mr Perkins leaving. How we'd like to go next Fri. Have enjoyed being here so much.

Sun. July 1

Got to Berachah about 10. Saw Ellen Burcaw & Mrs. Camp. Talked with both as to needs. Was to meet Jno & the boys at Willow Grove for last half but got there only in time for 2 nos. Saw Shiverea at Berachah again. Jno talked at M.E. church. Palmers may be out Wed.

Mon. July 2

Did big wash & ironed some. Robin letter came. Jno worked & went to Willow Grove tonight. Thunderstorm. Then nice rain. Started bread. Look for C.E.H. tomorrow. Wrote Mrs. Downing. Reading Mary Slessor.

Tues. July 3

Ironed & baked bread. About 5 Mr CEH & Alta & Dr. Morse & Miss Burcaw came. After eating a little in a hurry I went with Mr H & Dr to Phila where a council mt'g was held. Jno & Alta went to Willo Grove Park. The crowd came in Mr H's auto. He drives fine. Had tea before retiring.

Wed. July 4 (Georges birthday.)

About 11 Mr Mrs Palmer Mrs Detweiler came. We had late breakfast so had sandwich lunch on veranda. About 3 Mr. Mrs DeGroff came. Ladies sewed at new napkins. After supper Mr H took two loads to Willo Grove. They went on to town we watched Elec. fountain. Had fire works when we came home.

Thur. July 5

Jno went to work. Mr H & Dr Morse went to Phila to have slight operation on nose. Paul came this eve. Seems very natural. Sleeps on 3^rd floor. Mr. H. feels rather knocked out this eve. Talked on the veranda.

Fri. July 6

Paul & Dr. Morse went with Mr H to have his “nose” dressed. Had a good nap this P.M. Mr. H. upon their return took Jno & me to last half of program. Had fish for supper. Mr H took Alta Jno & I over this eve & met Mr Boggs there. We came home on the car. Every one asleep.

Sat. July 7

They got started in good time. Found several articles they'd left. and just after they were gone a “special delivery” letter came. Not knowing what to do I sent it back to Brooklyn. They'll find it there when they return. Went to Mountville their old home. To bed early.

Sun. July 8

Slept sound for 10 hrs. ought to be rested. Went to S.S. & church as usual & Baptist church this eve. Napped & read & wrote this P.M. Cool & cloudy.

Mon. July 9 *

Up early & washed. 'Twas well I did for about 5 it started to rain steady. At 2 the Hurlburt crowd came. How sorry I was about the letter. Trying to persuade Alta to stay. Mr H. had a slight cutting done again. Feels rather bum. Ironed their bedding. Had ice cream.

Tues. July 10

Up at 4:30. They left 5:30. Found H's letter bag. He telegraphed for it but fear it missed the train. Jno went to Willo Grove this P.M. Had part of “Messiah” & other part this eve. I went too. Didn't enjoy it so much for thinking of Mr H's bag. Rained all last night & all day & a rainy night.

Wed. July 11

Mrs. Bond has her wash out still. Rained all day again. Gas men came. worked some. Jno's place has been filled by another man. He has worked around here all day. put in screens & fixed cellar table & chairs.

Thurs. July 12

A little let up in the rain. So thankful I got my washing all done. ripped facing off gray skirt like jacket from Mrs. DeGroff. Went to Willow Grove.

Fri. July 13

Rainy again. Swept & dusted. Letter from Mrs. Taylor saying we should open boxes & hang pictures. Had a watermelon first this year.

Sat. July 14

Was going to get work done up early but unpacked & hung pictures. Rearranged dining room furniture to accommodate water melon picture. Expected CEH but he didn't come.

Sun. July 15

Rained some. Children & I went to SS & church. Jno overslept. Read & wrote P.M. Baptist church this eve. When we got there found 'twas to be pictures & a talk. Called it “going to the movies.”

Mon. July 16

Up early. Washed. Rainy first then cleared. Jno in garden & unpacked more boxes. sewing machine. Jno has a chance in the country- but may be too far. Was to see the man tonight & staid home from Willo G but he didn't come.

Tues. July 17

Jno is working at the Cemetery today. Salvation Army man came for mag. Gave him some coffee. We went to Park for first half intending to go to a prayermtg in the Grove but it looked so stormy we came home.

Wed. July 18

Raymonds birthday. 9 yrs. Doesn't seem possible. M.E's had their S.S. picnic. The children took lunch. Had fine time. Jno went to the Park.

Thur. July 19

The gas men came & connected us up & put pipe in for plate or range. Used the lights a little tonight.

Fri. July 20

Swept & dusted & worked at putting up curtains. They are too long to suit me so wrote to ask what shall be done. Took J's lunch to him – picked berries on way home. Went to the Grove. Put a candy on the boys pillows for them to find.

Sat. July 21

Hustled with work & got lunch. Jno finished at cemetery last eve so worked here this A.M. P.M. all went to Park. Took supper along & staid for half the program. Ideal evening & crowds out.

Sun. July 22

Rather expect Mrs Hurlburt, Carl & Harry to turn up any time as mail has been coming for them. An expressed trunk came last eve from Mrs Taylor. Meetings as usual.

Mon. July 23

Up early. Jno helps a Mr Wood take care of his wheat this week. Washed. Done by 9. Late dinner waiting for Jno. didn't come. Mrs Taylor called by phone for lumber work necessary. I went to Jno in field but he said wait. Went to Park.

Tues. July 24

Ironed. Very warm. R & I sprayed most of potatoes with kerocine. Station agent says 4 packages for Hurlburts one has to be paid for $11.06. Got them this eve. Dr. Davis came while we were at supper.

Wed. July 25

Dr. left on 7:54 car. Came back again this eve. Jno had spoken about going to the Park this eve but he didn't get home til 9. Threshing took long & then it threatened rain so they carried every thing into the barn. Finished spraying potatoes but people say its no good. Helps very little.

Thur. July 26

Dr. left on 6:42 car. Didn't return so spose he is at Scranton this eve. I washed bedding & Jno clothes & got all dry just before rain started. A Mrs. Amber & daughter called. Had nice visit. Rainy eve. Jno came home at noon. Went to the Park this eve.

Fri. July 27

Washed out underwear again. Swept & dusted then worked at curtains. Mrs Detweiler, Miss Hunt & Miss Hayes came about 6 P.M. Jno & I went to Willo Grove with them.

Sat. July 28

Hardly know what to think. a letter from Mr Dinwiddie which was to contain enclosures from Embassy but didn't & we don't know what is what. but full of wonder. Mrs & Miss Patten are here for the night & tomorrow. Finished curtains.

Sun. July 29

Rained & cool this A.M. Quite warm again this eve. Pattens left on 7:15 car. Mrs P. gave me a dollar & children a quarter. Had a nice quiet time all day. Went to services this eve.

Mon. July 30

Washed. Very warm. Was going to iron but rested so could go to the Park tonight. Jno worked hard in oats field, but went to the Park any way. Fine. Seems better than any others so far Wassils Leps Sym. Orch.

Tues. July 31

The copy of letter came this morn. They were only asking for our address. Which may mean much or nothing. Little later telegram from CEH came saying 6 for supper. & they came about 7. Misses Easton, Morse, Alta, Paul, Harry, Mr CEH. So warm some of us slept on veranda. Jno Alta & I went to Park for last half.

Nothing much out of the ordinary for the month. Had thot Mrs H & boys Carl & Harry would stay here til Dec. but they are getting off with this party. May not see them. The letter from Wash. sent our hopes up but may be shattered again.

Wed. Aug. 1

Awful heat. Miss Morse & Paul took Jno to Norristown where he left for Perkasie & Camp mtgs. Then they got back & had dinner & went in to see Doctor about eyes. Left Miss Morse. Miss Hunt came to stay with me not knowing H's were here. Sleeping on veranda again. Very warm still. 62 death reported.

Thur. Aug. 2

H's all went to city by train. Jno left orders we were to meet him at the Park but he didn't come. After Alta & Harry had seen the Dr. Mr H. telephoned for Mrs. & Agnes & they came here last eve. So glad to see them. C.E.H., Paul & Miss E. didn't return. Mrs H., Agnes, Alta, Harry & I went to the Park. Met Boggs & Steele. Reserved seats. Ice cream. & home by auto at midnight.

Fri. Aug. 3 (Al's wedding day - 1910 - )

Hurlburts all went to city. Jno came about 9- Mrs. Stein came about 1:30 & had dinner & Hurlburts about 2 & had dinner. Then a Mr Weiss called of Chi Council. He had eaten elsewhere. Jno, Alta, Agnes & Harry to the Park. Miss Hunt & children to bed. Mrs H. & I talked. such a visit!!!

Sat. Aug. 4

Mrs. H. not well. Others went to town. Letter from DeGroff Mrs. McKenrick passed away July 3. God strengthen Mr. & the girls. Steeles called this P.M. for Mrs. H. they leave for Brooklyn Mon. after another visit to eye Dr. To bed in good time. So glad Miss Hunt is here.

Sun. Aug. 5 *

Went out to “Christ's Home” for service. Took lunch. Went to the pool to eat then walked home. Very hot. Had ice cream at drug store. Baptist Church tonight. Cooler again. Jno was to go to Boston tomorrow but has no word from there yet.

Mon. Aug. 6

Jno went to Phila. Brot gas plate. Washed. Miss Hunt helpt. All went to the Park & met Jno. Telephoned Mrs H. this morn. she feels fine again. Took supper to Park after which Miss H. left. Gave me $5. God bless her.

Tues. Aug. 7

Washed again. Attached the hot plate. Seems to work alright. Jno worked at garden & lawn. Mrs T's attorney called. Wrote Staffeld. Lonely today. Baptist S.S. picnic.

Wed. Aug. 8

Ironed with gas. Went fine. Mrs. Wilcke brot vegs. again. Wrote Earl sent him “Shepherd of the Hills”. Went to Willow Grove heard Stabat Mater. Mr. Steele called left note wanted H's car.

Thur. Aug. 9

Rainy. Jay Steele got H's car. No word from Staffeld yet. Went to the Grove. Met Bonds there. Marked some linen. Reboiled some beans. Miss Gentner called.

Fri. Aug. 10

Jno went to city & got screening after waiting for 9 o-clock mail which brot nothing. Boys captured a strange kitten. Gas man read meter. Went to hear “Lohengrin”. Washed hair.

Sat. Aug. 11

Card from Mrs Starkweather. She may come sometime during the week. He is in hospital again. Jno fixed window screens & worked at books. Got overalls this eve. No word yet from Staffeld – very strange.

Sun. Aug. 12

Went to Christ's Home. Detweilers & Miss Hunt were there too. Lunched together. 2 such good talks by a Mr Aldrich. Tonight a Mr Tillis speaks. Miss Gentner & sister brot us home in their car. Jno walked out for eve service. Mrs. D & Miss Hunt here for sup.

Mon. Aug. 13

Got up early – did washing & decided to go to Conf. Wash wasn't all dry so left it out. Mr. Detweiler etc there. Lunched in dining room. Storms on way to Jnosville but Hazel Frees took down my clothes. Bible talks fine. Returned 5:30. “City of Athens” boat sunk near Cape Town. All our 19 miss. saved.

Tues. Aug. 14 (Herbert Downing)

Mrs. Detweiler & others out today. Took lunch. Such good talks. Got up with sick headache but after lying down a few times decided to go. Raymond isn't feeling very well this eve. Serious talk with R last night. Believe he is saved.

Wed. Aug. 15

Evaline Bond went with us today. Walked this A.M. She enjoyed it. Ate in dining room. Up early & ironed. One report says Capts fault that boat ran into mine. He was drunk much of the time. Some lives lost but no A.I.M's.

Thur. Aug. 16

City Calcutta was to sail yesterday but didn't. Had council meeting last eve & farewell in Brooklyn. Sail tomorrow noon. Staid for evening service at Christs Home.

Fri. Aug. 17

The meetings are so helpful. Staid for evening again. Mrs. Christman & children were along. Expected him this eve but didn't come. Home by hack by 10:30.

Sat. Aug. 18

Came home with market wagon at 4:30. Sponged & pressed Jno's suit. Canned pickles & baked ginger bread. Mrs. Detweiler etc will be out tomorrow & may stay for sup. Jno spoke to young people last night & this eve too. Goes to Westmount N.J. tomorrow.

Sun. Aug. 19

Jno got off on 7:18. We went to Christ's Home. Met Mrs. James & Ruth & friend. Also Miss Yost & Miss Hunt. Mr Camp from Chi. & Mr Detweiler returned on 1:44. Others came home with me to supper. Came across fields from baptismal service. Nice time at supper & they left at 8:30. Jno may return tonight.

Mon. Aug. 20

Jno got back at 1. Washed. We went to Hunton's the harness makers for prayerm't'g. Met a lady from ice cream parlor – who is much in trouble.

Tues. Aug. 21

Jno left on 7:18. Ironed. Very warm & threatening in P.M. Mrs. Bond's birthday. She & the two girls came to tea. Decided to have wiener roast some eve. I went with Christmans to Crest Hill for meeting. Thot perhaps Jno would return but didn't.

Wed. Aug. 22

Jno returned about 4. Decided to go to Willow Grove & went. Very good. Sousa's own selections. Cleaned up 3^rd floor & mended.

Thur. Aug. 23

Was going to sew but just didn't get at it. Wrote some and talked with Mrs Bond. About 7 Mrs. Leffert asked us over & we went Christmans too. Staid 'til 11. talking prophesy.

Fri. Aug. 24

First evening at home this week. Good rain last night. Jno I went to Phila with vegetables. Miss Hunt took some to Brooklyn. Ate at Detweilers. Got yarn for sweater with $5 from Miss Hunt.

Sat. Aug. 25

Did up work & made 3 glasses plum butter & 4 of elder & apple. Mr. Palmer & daughter & Dr & Mrs Clagget called. Arranged for Conf next Sat, Sun & Mon. Mostly on the lawn. Saw Mr Radcliff this eve as to announcement. Jno left with Dr etc for Perkasie.

Sun. Aug. 26

Children & I went to M.E. S.S & church. Wrote & rested. Then Evalyn Bond came over to see yarn for sweater. Didn't go out this eve. Wrote Mattie. Imagine next Sun wont be quite so lazy.

Mon. Aug. 27

Washed. Jno got home on 3:30. Christman's called after supper. When they left Barbara Bond & her Dr. Perkins came over. He seems very pleasant. Jno had a fine time.

Tues. Aug. 28

Jno went to Phila. Planned to meet him in Park also Christman's then have supper & I'd bring children home & return & all go to prayerm't'g at Crestmount. Did so. Had pleasant time. Ironed made blackberry jell etc.

Wed. Aug. 29

Jno went to “Christ's Home” on way back brot elderberries- a whole dish pan full. An awful storm came just as he got home. Mended.

Thur. Aug. 30

15 glasses jam. 4 qts canned & 1 qt. of juice. Also some apple juice ready for jell. Tried to wash windows but showers & canning troubled so couldn't do much.

Fri. Aug. 31

Was still canning when Mrs. Detweiler came. She worked at windows & P.M. we went to 3^rd floor. Put up other bed in front room. Prayermeeting here. Reupholstered furniture didn't get here yet from Wanamakers.

A month full of good things. We had hoped to be on the way by now but He knows best. There's much to do here.

Sat. Sept. 1 (Warrens 27^th birthday.)

People came right after dinner. Cleaned up all A.M. Not many here to P.M. service but a very good talk by Mr. Palmer. Rained all A.M. but clearer this P.M. Dr Blakeslee came & Mr. Dinwiddie, McQuilkin, Chas Hess & friend & 4 girls. Last 6 sleep on 3^rd floor. Very good mtg.

Sun. Sept. 2 (Lora's 41 birthday)

Fair day. Meeting at M.E. McQuilkin spoke fine. P.M. on the lawn. Mr Dinwiddie spoke. Eve at Baptist Dr Blakeslee spoke. 2 more over night so children are on the floor & we in their bed. Evelyn helpt serve supper & wash dishes. Vesper services on veranda was very fine. Burned potatoes while at church.

Mon. Sept. 3 Labor Day.

Good crowd. On lawn all day. Swamped this noon while serving hot drinks couldn't meet the demand. Supper was better. Jno counted 350 this eve. Jno & I spoke at 11 A.M. Many friends from Phila. here. Crowd from Christ's Home too. Every one left after the services but Dr. B. After all were gone we had tea & talked til 11. Very helpful services all day & eve.

Tues. Sept. 4

Prayer mt'g at the Phila home. Dr & I washed dishes til after 10 then after dinner Jno, she & I went to Phila. Boys' first day at school. They ate their supper & went to bed by themselves. Jno & I home by the 11:30 car. Packed because of attractions at Willow Grove.

Wed. Sept. 5

Washed. Canned tomatoes that Christ's Home folks brot. Made 8 ½ qts. Pickled some cucumbers too. Seems rather lonely with only Jno here. Boys rather like school. Jno not feeling well.

Thur. Sept. 6

Dampened clothes. Children came from school to meet 2:30 car. All went to Willo Grove met Dr Blakeslee. Had lunch & staid for fountain. Dr. seemed to enjoy it very much. Talked.

Fri. Sept. 7

Ironed & made jell of white grapes. Dr. in her room all day most resting. This eve went to Prayerm't'g at Crestmount. Bonds on the car coming home. We stopt to hear music. Asked Bonds over for late tea before retiring. Raining.

Sat. Sept. 8

Had planned to go to Fairmount Park Zoo to see hyenas. Very rainy but went and after meeting at Wanamakers we lost Dr. & couldn't find her all P.M. She was inside the Zoo waiting for us & we outside waiting for her. We came on home. Talked with her on phone this eve. Felt so badly at missing her.

Sun. Sept. 9

Jno & Mr Christman went to colored church in Willow Grove. Jno spoke. Children & I went to M.E. Jno got home very late – rested. They two went to Jnosville this eve. I to Baptist. Mr & Mrs Barcalow called this P.M. Mrs C. came at 10 & talked til the men came.

Mon. Sept. 10

Washed. Just at supper time Dr. B. & Mrs. Detweiler came. Had planned at first to go to Huntons but have been out so much of late. Mrs Christman sent some soup. Very cold this eve. Went to bed early.

Tues. Sept. 11

Ironed. Jno at garden stuff. Made quite a lot of sauerkraut. dried some spinach too. Girls left on the 9:25 train. Jno picked Mrs. Christman's grapes. Will make jell tomorrow. Mrs Branin called while ironing.

Wed. Sept. 12

So cold. Swept whole house. Jno working for Mr Krewson. Miss Young called this P.M. Prayerm't'g here. Fire in grate. Agreed to go to Mr Fried's next Tues.

Thur. Sept. 13

Ideal weather. Headache. Mended & darned. Went down town this A.M. & talked with Mrs. Willke. Poor woman has troubles too. Gave me peaches & crabs. Jno took lunch. Gas man came & left card- was gone. Jno retired at 7. Very tired. Warmer again.

Fri. Sept. 14

Jno went to work again. Carpenters began work here at house. Barbara & I went to school. Guess R. will go into 3^rd grade but C. will likely stay where he is. Jno & Mr. Christman went to prayermtg alone. Headache again today.

Sat. Sept. 15

Rainy. Announcement of Ray M's marriage. Jno had to use pennies to pay car fare only have 8 cents today but some came in mail & Jno got wages so we are alright. Went out after supper to get things. Jno had hair cut. Went to Waltons to pay chairs & he wouldn't take any thing. Letters from Dr B & money, Alta & robin.

Sun. Sept. 16

After break. I read robin Mr Freed came with big basket of fruit & veg. & a big roast. Didn't go to S.S. or church. got too late. read & rested. Wrote robin. Christmans came for supper. Jno & Mr C. went away somewhere. Mrs. took children home at bedtime. Queer Sun. no church all day.

Mon. Sept. 17

Men went to Doylestown last eve. Washed. Canned 1 ½ string beans & 2 qts Lima. Got 1 doz 1 qt jars cost .80. R & I got our pocket testaments & will begin reading our chap. a day. Mr Aldrich is to be at Christs Home tonight. We expect to go.

Tues. Sept. 18 (Lora's 11 wedding anniversary)

Mr. Aldrich was very good last eve. This morning on 8:30 car we went to Freed's. Christman's messed it but chased it by auto. Men cut corn. We talked. I knit some. Had very nice time. Children came after school. Lewis Blilie brot them. R. lost arith on the way. Home in wagon at 11.

Wed. Sept. 19 (Mama's wedding anniversary)

Went to school to see about arith. Miss Wirth said nothing would be done about it. Ironed. Got lots of mail. I go to a Conv. in Phila. Sept. 29. Jno has several invitations. Mother Krauloch from Christ's Home called. Prayermeeting here. Good meeting.

Thur. Sept. 20

Talked with Mr. McQuilkin. They'll come Sat. Expected them today. Mrs. Branin called. Canned tomatoes, made Quince butter & jell. Sewed a little. Wrote some. Mr Bond has vacation. is digging potatoes gave us some. Carpenters finished veranda.

Fri. Sept. 21

Carpenters worked at & finished laundry. Threatened rain this eve so hustled & picked up boards & kindling. Went to Crestmount to prayerm't'g. Mrs Wilcke too. 2 robins came.

Sat. Sept. 22

Mrs. McQuilkin came 10:54. Mr. only came to Willow Grove. Jno had the P.M. off & picked up & raked around the house. Gingrich boys here. cut abut 40 ears of corn to dry. To bed in good time.

Sun. Sept. 23

To S.S. & church. Mrs McQ. got dinner. This eve Jno talked at Willow Grove. Christmans & we went. Boys very willingly staid here as Mrs McQ told & read stories.

Mon. Sept. 24

Didn't get up specially early so got washing done late. Jno home to dinner. Mrs Branin called. Mrs. DeGroff came at suppertime. Talked.

Tues. Sept. 25

Mrs DeG. ironed. Made crab jell. Canned spiced cucumbers. Baked five loaves of bread. Made big rice pudding.

Wed. Sept. 26

This P.M. Mrs. Christman & I went to Willo Grov to Mother's meeting at Mrs. Colman's. I spoke. Prayermt'g here this eve. Mrs. Brannin came before supper & staid. Miss Hockman & Mother were out too.

Thur. Sept. 27

This P.M. Mr. Eckert from Christs Home came to see if any one wanted to go to hear Mr Chafer. Mrs DeGroff & I went. This eve Jno & Mr. DeGroff who came while we were eating supper, went too. Very, very good.

Fri. Sept. 28 * (Mrs. Downing)

DeGroffs left this A.M. Chaffers called here & took them along to the city. gave them tomatoes etc. Prayerm't'g at Crestmount. 5¢ short so Jno & I walked to W. Grove. Not feeling very well.

Sat. Sept. 29

Baked cookies & a cake & mopped. Took 1:18 to city. Called at the Home went to 52 & Race & spoke to a group. Heard R. Speer. Stopt on way home at Miss Youngs. Met Miss Kretbeil, Mr. Millen's (of G.E.A.) friend. Had tea & very nice time. Home on 10:18 Mr. Christman also & found Freeds just unloading Jno & Mrs. C.

Sun. Sept. 30 (Grandpa O. 88 yrs. old.)

Mrs. McQuilkin said she'd gladly take care of the boys so we left them. Jno spoke at 10:30 & evening. I at S.S. in P.M. & Jno went to Mr. Strock's mission. Staid at Hesses. Very nice family- 8 children at home. JD Addams came to eve. service. So glad to see them.

So many things have been crowded into this month. It opened so full of good times & ended thus too. So glad to have Mrs McQ here. We are enjoying them. The month has slipt so quickly.

Mon. Oct. 1

Mrs. McQ. went to city. I kept babies. Didn't wash. Telephone call to say Mrs Sharpe of Boydton Va & daughter would come tomorrow. Spose Mrs. McQ. will return this eve.

Tues. Oct. 2 (Chas. 44^th)

Mrs. McQ. came late last eve. I washed. Mr. McQ. came for a few minutes this A.M. Mrs. Sharpe, & daughters, Miss Grace & Mrs. Field & Bradford L. came this P.M. Mrs F. returned others staid. Willow Grove folks came for prayerm't'g. Pretty tired.

Wed. Oct. 3

Sharpe's are looking around for a place to live. Jno helpt 'em. Prayerm't'g here this eve. I tried to lead. Next week may go to Mrs. Wilcke. Mrs. McQ. & children spent day away.

Thur. Oct. 4

Jno went to city & out to Narberth for gas heater of Mrs. McQ's. Mrs. McQ's cousin left her little girl all day & she returned & spends the night here. Mrs Sharpe is very undecided what to do about buying. 13 tonight. Letter from Mr Dinwiddie saying British Embassy says we are still “under inquiry” so they haven't forgotten us.

Fri. Oct. 5

Mrs Field came this A.M. Returns this P.M. Sharpe's stay here over Sun. Mrs. Davis may be here too. Tried to clean a little. Mrs. Ohler left this morn also Mr. McQ- he returned- Jno & Mr Christman went alone to Crestmont. Raining.

Sat. Oct. 6 (Mothers & Sophies birthdays.)

Telegram from Mrs Davis said to meet her at 4:15 at Broad St. Mrs Sharpe wanted to go in & I was going to take her but Mrs Field came. I went on 1:18. Waited from 4 to 8:30 but Mrs D. didn't come. Miss Keeler was also waiting for her so wasn't so lonely. Home on 10:18. Mr. Christman came on that too.

Sun. Oct. 7

Miss Sharpe decided to go to city today & as Jno was going to Fields tho't I'd go too since Mrs. McQ was with the children. When we got to Broad St. found there was no train til 12:45. So I came home. Jno & Miss Sharpe & Bradford went to zoo. Found Mrs Davis here. She got off at N. Phila. and went to her meeting. Jno at P.M. meeting at Kensington & Summerset & this eve at Davisville.

Mon. Oct. 8

Got up in good time & got washing started. All helpt. Had all lines full. Walked down town with Mrs. Davis. Jno out at Freed's all day. on way home lost his way – got here rather late. Mrs D. planning to leave tomorrow early.

Tues. Oct. 9

Mrs. D. got off on the 6:35. I was up before 5. Mrs. McQ. & I ironed til after lunch. Mr. McQ came & they two went to city. Jno to Germantown to his meeting. Mrs Wilcke called with a peach pie & biscuits & jelly. Alone tonight. Children abed. A year ago was cheese day.

Wed. Oct. 10

McQ's left. He & Virginia at 9:29 & she & Aimee at 12:06. Seems lonely now. The shoes came from Mr. Gribble. Prayer meeting here this eve. Meetings at M.E. church so not many came. Guess we wont have any next week.

Thur. Oct. 11 (Philip Davis 1 yr. old)

Rainy this morning or would have washed the bedding. Jno went to Freed's rather late. Am expecting him back. Swept up stairs hard. While sitting here this eve someone rapped & left a basket of groceries. but they went. Mr Christman knows about it. Will see later. Bonds expected to leave today but the truck wont come til Sat.

Fri. Oct. 12

Some one sent the groceries thro Christmans. Mrs. Mingis & Mrs Godfrey. Berachah folks came. Rained very hard. Mrs. G. gave me $3. Bless her. 'Twill buy R. some underwear. Went to Crestmount. Jno to Mr Rugh's Bible class.

Sat. Oct. 13 (Mary Slaters birthday.)

Am to speak at Oak Lane next Wed. Was to meet the lady last eve but didn't so haven't made plans. Ironed bedding that I washed yesterday.

Sun. Oct. 14

Jno went to Doylestown. Children & I to M.E. Church. This eve Jno & I went to Jewish mass meeting at Metro. Theatre. Great! Home on 1 oclock car.

Mon. Oct. 15

Washed. Jno went to city after dinner. Christman & Freed went this eve. all heard Convell on “Acres of Diamonds”. Mrs C & some others of us went to Christ Home heard Mr. Aldrich. Fine. Helen & Mrs C. had cocoa with me at 11.

Tues. Oct. 16

Red letter day – all else fades. We have permission to go into B.E.A. Expect to sail on Dec. boat. Jno goes to city tomorrow to see about passports. Wrote cards tonight.

Wed. Oct. 17

Jno went in on 8:30 car. I went on 9:29 train to Frankford for PM meeting & then on to 22^nd & Tioga to another meeting. Very nice time all along. Home by 11. Jno at Christman's. Had tea.

Thur. Oct. 18

Jno went to Freeds. I pickled 8 qts of green tomato & cabbage. Canned 4 ½ qts tomatoes & 10 glasses pear butter. Made creton bag tonight- to carry knitting.

Fri. Oct. 19 12 years ago I left for Africa.

Swept. Mended. When boys came from school we hustled into clean clothes & caught the 3:42 car for town. Are staying at DeGroffs tonight. Jno goes to Mr Rugh's school.

Sat. Oct. 20

Not feeling very well. Staid at DeG's for lunch. Jno went to dentist. P.M. did a little shopping then went to Lansdown to Fields. Had a nice trip out & are talking them to pieces this eve. Very social congenial people.

Sun. Oct. 21

Up very late so breakfast wasn't out of the way before 'twas lunch time. Jno returned for P.M. meeting, children & I came home. Jno also came later. seeing a “Willo Grove” car made him homesick.

Mon. Oct. 22

Washed not very big tho. Canned pears. ironed & mended. Getting things together for leaving in the morning. Jno gone to dentist. home for supper.

Tues. Oct. 23

Went on 8 train. 6 extra men helping. Jno hauled corn I helpt pick up one load. Had meeting tonight at 12^th & Diamond. Men came to prayermt'g. Mr Freed lost track of Jno & came to Willo Grove without him. Didn't know where he went.

Wed. Oct. 24

Horrible morning raining & blowing hard. Jno slept at home. Had gone to Lefferts to talk with Mr. L. & Freed left before he returned. I went to Willo Grove for the city a P.M. meeting & sent children home with suit case. Met Jno at the Grove this eve on his way in for a meeting.

Thur. Oct. 25 *

Bright morning but cloudy again. Jno went to dentist P.M. Mended. Got up very late – not much time for anything. Mr. Krauthammle asked Jno to lead prayerm't'g as Mr. Radclif took Mrs. to hospital. Expect to go to Freeds tomorrow.

Fri. Oct. 26

Mr. Christman & Jno were at Lefferts & not prayermeeting. Went to Freeds. Lovely day. Jno & the 3 boys & I walked from Willow Grove. Mrs C. & Florence waited & rode. Picked up corn. 6 loads. Mr. C. has swelled face. Didn't go to prayermtg at Crestmount. Mr. F. didn't seem to care about it. Took Mrs. C. & children home.

Sat. Oct. 27

Fine again. Picked up more corn but got started very late & went slow. Mr Freed took wheat away. We came home thro Willo Grove. It started to rain on way & poured when we got here. Got soaked coming from car.

Sun. Oct. 28

Up late. Lovely day. Jno went to City. Took my 3 PM meeting at 7^th & Norris & then had an evening meeting at Tillis's church. Home just in front of me coming from Bapt. ch. Mrs. Brannin came with me. Talked.

Mon. Oct. 29

Washed. Cloudy. R. brot mail before school. Good lot of it. Jno caught rabbit with his hand. Had it for supper. Jno to town. Came 7:18. To bed early. Hard for boys to go to school again.

Tues. Oct. 30

Rainy. At 9 A.M. the thermometer said 65º and at 10 A.M. it said 47º. It was much warmer outdoors than indoors this morning but has gotten very cold this eve. Ironed. Jno shelled a lot of beans.

Wed. Oct. 31

Jno went to dentist this A.M. Got very cold on the cars. After dinner he went to the woods & cut wood. Helen called. I cut out 3 night garments for the 3 boys. Only Mr Hunton & 4 children came to prayermeeting. Mr Christman had his teeth out.

An uneventful month in most ways. Except the 16^th wont be forgotten soon. hope to get satisfactory papers made out so Jno wont have any trouble after we're out there.

Thur. Nov. 1

Made green tomato jam. Intended doing lots of sewing but didn't get stockings all mended. Jno left at 8:30 for Reading. Lonely. Callers this P.M. a Mr. Fezmeier who used to work for Mr Taylor and leaves soon for China.

Fri. Nov. 2

3 cent postage started yesterday. Cut out & made pair of bloomers for Claudon. Took fur from green coat & made it to wear loose. Mary Hunton called. Bid for meeting on 14. Guess I can go. Several letters. Go to Crestmount.

Sat. Nov. 3

Did up morning work. Went to City. Left children at DeGroffs & I went to Frankford & Cambria to a meeting. Had lunch with 'em. Then to 15 & Race. Nice time at both places. Funds very low. God is able. Mr. DeGroff called in & took me home. C. Hess brot umbrella. Only 6 women there.

Sun. Nov. 4

Mr & Mrs DeG. had to go away. We went to church & S.S. & home to dinner together with Miss Anneman. Came home & walked from Willo Grove. Miss A gave me 50¢. God bless her. Tonight Miss Hockman & Mr Krewson called for me & took to hear Dr. Stearns. Fine.

Mon. Nov. 5

Washed & did some mending. John came home about 5. Earlier than I thot. Milk & bread man called & I had no pay. Can't understand why the Lord didn't send me the money. Jno brot plenty. Nice home evening.

Tues. Nov. 6

Jno had to go in this morning was to bring a baby bed but couldn't on Street car. Couldn't take it apart. Went to woods this P.M. Ironed & washed his soiled shirts. Another pleasant evening in kitchen & organ & all.

Wed. Nov. 7

Jno raked leaves. Helpt Jno saw trees in woods. Mended & cleaned some. Expect Miss Anneman tomorrow. Prayerm'tg at Wilcke's but Mr. didn't come. Only Harry. Lovely fall weather.

Thur. Nov. 8

Miss Anneman didn't come. Jno went to town again. Had big piece of bridge work put on today. Dr. Kantz gave us his ticket to a lecture at Germantown- by Jerome Raymond on Constantinople. fair. Got home late.

Fri. Nov. 9

John left this morning at 8:30. Is at Brooklyn tonight I suppose. Sewed his pyjamas yesterday & R's night clothes today. Saw aeroplane last night & tonight. Just light like big star. Bibighaus' want us for Thanksgiving.

Sat. Nov. 10

Letters from Mrs Sharpe & check DeGroffs & Mabel Grimes. Card from Mrs. McQuilkin. They come on Mon. Sewed Claudons night clothes. Wrote cards. Finished reading “Trail of Lonesome Pine”. Wonder if Jno is at Boston.

Sun. Nov. 11

A grand day. At 11 took boys for a walk. S.S. this P.M. afterward went to call on a Mrs Luken, a shut in – with Miss Gentner & Mrs Wilcke. Wrote letters this eve after reading to the boys. Made arrangements for Hartsville the 25.

Mon. Nov. 12

Didn't wash. Cleaned up. McQukilkins came on the 2:48. Also Mrs. Lambie, Mrs McQ's mother. They all went to city this eve for Mr McQ's ordination. I kept children. Mr. Alrich called on us.

Tues. Nov. 13

Mrs Lambie returned this A.M. I tried to get furnace fire started but didn't succeed. Chimney is stopped up. All here for the night. Mrs Lambie sleeps with me. Letter from Jno. Short of money – just enough to get on.

Wed. Nov. 14

Mr. McQuilkin finally got things cleaned out & fire started. Very warm in the house tonight. I talked at 17 & Cayuga. Gave me $5. Prayermeeting here. Christmans took care of things. McQ's were gone for supper & evening.

Thur. Nov. 15

Ladies came this P.M. Freeds came to see Mrs Christman so had them come over. Miss Young also came. Had a nice time. Got some mail off. Parcel from Lora with covers for me & money for boys. Aimee is sick.

Fri. Nov. 16

Letter from Jno. Going better. Also a check from Mr Dinwiddie for “needs”. Mr McQ's sister Mrs Seib stays the night. A check from Mrs Taylor too for $50. Maybe we can get a phono for that. Didn't go to Crestmount.

Sat. Nov. 17

Sent Ward order. Did up work & sewed some. Got Claudon new shoes. Dave & John Williams came back with Mr. McQ. staying the night. Aimee does not seem much better.

Sun. Nov. 18

Williams stay til after lunch. Children & I went to S.S. I went at 4:54 to city. Spoke at 17 & McKean St. at C.E. Home in good time. 10:18 car.

Mon. Nov. 19

Got up early & washed. Miss Osborn called. I went to city on 12:42. Shopped. Got new dress. Went to DeGroffs for supper & to 17 & Tasker for m't'g. Mist 11:12 car but Freeds were waiting for Mr Birmingham & brot me home. Midnight.

Tues. Nov. 20

Mrs McQ & Virginia went with me to city kept Aimee. Went down to pay gas & Mrs Brannin called me in & talked til lunch- for she would have me stay. Ironed P.M. & to Oak Lane this eve. Home by 11:30.

Wed. Nov. 21 *

Didn't do much but mend. Miss Anneman came & has Claudons coat cut out. Went to Hackmans to prayerm't'g, lot out. Letter from Jno. May be home Sat.

Thur. Nov. 22

First rainy day for weeks. Miss Anneman stuck at coat & accomplished a lot. Mrs. DeGroff & Miss Haufler came & had supper with us. So nice to see 'em. Miss Geiger was not well enough. but sent cake.

Fri. Nov. 23

Sunny again. Miss A. almost finished the coat & bloomers. Bless her heart! Left at 1:54. Wrote letters this eve. Mrs McQ brot games for the boys & they do enjoy them.

Sat. Nov. 24

John got home on the 5 train. Mrs. McQ. & children went to see her sister. returned at 6. Got material for a waist for Claudon.

Sun. Nov. 25 (Lucille)

Mr. Freed came about 10:15. Mrs Christman came too all went to Hartsville. Jno spoke. Home by 12:30 all lunched here & spent the P.M. Jno played long this eve. I wrote. Awfully nice to all be together again.

Mon. Nov. 26

Awfully cold. Freeds all came for lunch & supper. Hauled wood on the jitney. Didn't get it all hauled tho, for Mr F. had to go home. Mrs. Boyer came- for short call. Expect to wash & iron tomorrow.

Tues. Nov. 27

Washed & ironed. Did numerous things to get ready for leaving tomorrow. Prayermtg & about 25 of Christs Home people came.

Wed. Nov. 28

Left on 9:06 car. Got to Allentown in plenty time for train. Went via Doylestown, Easton, Bethlehem. Got to Laurys about 5. Found they had word from Rhoads that they had landed in San Francisco. Mr. Rhoad father of Mrs B. is here.

Thur. Nov. 29 Thanksgiving

Mr. B. was gone all AM looking for auto. Mrs. B. helpt get dinner but felt too ill to eat. Took cold. Baby is very restless too. Father R. nurses him. Had good dinner. 3 chickens. Long walk.

Fri. Nov. 30

Came to Allentown in time for lunch. by trolley from Cementon. Some walk & rained too. Nice P.M. & eve. Meeting here at Mrs. Stines. Some staid to supper. About 8.00 was handed us.

A great deal can happen by the close of another month. Don't want anything but His will.

Sat. Dec. 1

Came to Reading this A.M to Mr. Fretzes. Florence F went up the mountain with us this P.M. Nice time but pretty tired. To Fiddlers for supper. Telephoned Mrs Shattuck at Norristown I'd meet with them Mon.

Sun. Dec. 2

Spoke in S.S. Jno at services. I at P.M. service & Jno at night. Nice services all the way along. Very nice people. Have enjoyed our stay so much. $21.

Mon. Dec. 3

Bot lunch & ate on train. Jno & boys are at Hatboro by now. I staid here at Norristown & had meeting this eve with the women. All very interested. A Mrs. Smith & I slept together at Mrs. Shattucks. Very nice time.

Tues. Dec. 4

Met Jno at Reading Ter. Looked up & partly bot a 2^nd hand Victrola. $35. Had P.M. & evening prayer service at 2244. Home afterward. Mr & Mrs Steele came along as far as Ogontz.

Wed. Dec. 5

Seems nice to be home again after a week of tearing around. Washed and cleaned some. Jno brot victrola but today. It's fine just like Mrs McQ's only not the cabinet. Prayerm't'g. Mrs McQ. led.

Thur. Dec. 6

Met with the women of 2^nd United Pres. Church 15 & Race. this A.M. and at Mrs. Justice's home at Frankford this P.M. Had headache but as there was a big crowd & very interested it went alright.

Fri. Dec. 7

Ironed. Jno reinforcing trunks. Expecting Mr Haas this eve but hasn't come nor written.

Sat. Dec. 8

Snowed this morning but had written Mrs Bond we'd come so went. This P.M. rained. Boys had a nice time so did I. Tried to catch the train at Willo Grove. Claudon missed but the conductor stopt after starting & pickt him up. Jno came on the same train but didn't know it til we got home.

Sun. Dec. 9

Slept late. Spoke to Miss Hockman's class of girls at S.S. this AM. found Major Lambie & Jack here also Edna McQuilkin. Later Mr. Green came. All left at 7. and while we sat here talking at 9:30 Mr. Haas came.

Mon. Dec. 10

Sent small wash to woman. Very very cold & windy. Mrs. McQuilkin & Virginia went to city. Jno & Mr Haas left after dinner. Back again for supper. Brot 2^nd hand steamer trunk.

Tues. Dec. 11

Fixed lunch for Mr Haas last evening & he got up early & left before we came down. Word that we must get boxes off at once. Boat to leave the 18^th. We go to New Orleans to board it. Packed til late.

Wed. Dec. 12

Got the boxes off at 12:18. Two trunks & organ box. Jno went into city this P.M. I this eve. He speaks at Brood & Federal. I at 19^th & Oxford. Stay at 2244- all night. He is to come here in morning.

Thur. Dec. 13

Jno came rather late. Looked for 2^nd hand Corona but found none. Shopt a little then Jno went home & I had meeting with Barachah women. Came home about 6:42.

Fri. Dec. 14 Very cold

Letters & packages keep coming. Checks from Aunt Anna & Della and mama. All help out. Got Ward order off too- freight & parcel. Hope 'twill come in time.

Sat. Dec. 15

Letters again & some checks. Went to city with boys on 8 train. Saw Xmas things at Wanamakers got Wood Bildo for them. Took 'em to Armory to see Jack Lambie & they staid. We went to Hesses for dinner. Home by 6 P.M. Jno must go to New York. Steele's called & left stuff. Bless 'em.

Sun. Dec. 16

Mrs. McQ. went to city. Very cold. Had a quiet day at home. Wrote robin this eve. Claudon's 7^th birthday.

Mon. Dec. 17

Washed. Got quite dry. Sewed this P.M. Jno went to New York. Hopes to be back tomorrow or next. Wrote father S.

Tues. Dec. 18

Went to town today to have eyes tested. Came home feeling awful. Went to bed for awhile. Mrs Steele called. Jno did not return.

Wed. Dec. 19

Sewed. Cut out 5 waists & sewed two. & part of third. Mr. McQ. came about 10 A.M. Prayermtg this eve. Jno has not come. Put drops in eyes.

Thur. Dec. 20

Went to town again. Tested eyes thoroly. Must get glasses on Sat. Headache again & can't see to do much. Even this is written some time later. Jno not home yet. Mr Gribble came for the night. Says Jno is having passport trouble.

Fri. Dec. 21

McQuilkins in town. Jno came on 5 P.M. train. Letter from ambassador had been mislaid. Alright now. Steele's called this eve. McQ's home late. Mrs S. brot lots of things for Xmas & boat. Will leave about Tues or Wed.

Sat. Dec. 22 (Al's 35 birthday)

To town this morn. Jno also got glasses. Leave Tues. eve. Go to DeGroffs for dinner. Mrs. Wilcke called & brot bread etc. M.E. Sunday School had picnic. Boys were there.

Sun. Dec. 23

Mr. & Mrs. McQ. went to town to church. Are having our family Xmas today. Children & I went to S.S. Mr. McQ's sister came too. Spent P.M. Pleasant time together.

Mon. Dec. 24

Washed ironed & packed some. Jno went to town. Got back 3:30. Many callers all eve & much to do. I sewed til almost 1. Pretty well packed up.

Tues. Dec. 25

Finished packing. Christman's & Mrs Lefferts came to station. Left on 9:29. Hard to leave McQuilkins & all. Every one lovely to us. Dinner at DeGroffs. Train at 4 for Washington. Left W. at 10:45. Sleeper very crowded. R & C in one upper berth & J & I in another.

Wed. Dec. 26

Passed Atlanta, Ga. just after dark. Saw snow still in valleys. Stays so cold for the south. Nice people in our corners. Had enuf lunch for all day. Sat out on “observation” for awhile. To bed early.

Thur. Dec. 27

Got here at 12 instead of 8 A.M. Have rooms across from Y.M.C.A. No others here yet. Will likely come tomorrow. Take meals out. Back room & quiet.

Fri. Dec. 28

Jno went to S.S. offices to see about things. They are taking care of trunks. No sign of others yet. Took long walk to Audubon Park. Had lunch in awful place & awful price. Seems so cold. No sunshine yet.

Sat. Dec. 29

Andersons & Summers came but haven't found Gribbles yet. Took a long walk again to cemetery & City Park. Very windy & colder. Clear tonight. Have fire in grate. Did some shopping too. Mr Anderson told of Mr. Hague's stroke. Makes us feel sad.

Sun. Dec. 30

Very, very cold. Couldn't get fuel so fire went out. Went to bed to keep warm. About supper time Jno got a suit case of coal so we're comfy. Gas & water pipes are burst in many places. Were Presby's this morning & M.E's. tonight. Better talk this eve.

Mon. Dec. 31

Have come to the last day. Makes one think, think think. Andersons are having watch night. I wanted to go over but John is in bed so I must too. Wrote a number of letters today. Bot a Corna. No news of Gribbles.

At the close of 1917 -

This is quite a record to follow the above discouraging picture. [Top of page has Mar. 7 account of denial of permission to enter Kenya.] We are at New Orleans waiting to get on the boat for Africa.

God has worked & the way is open. Praise Him for it. He doeth all things well. We couldn't understand in Mar. We see more fully now & will see clearly some day; but we do thank Him for letting us go now.

'Twas hard to leave the dear ones at Hatboro. We hope the McQuilkins will follow in the next boat. The other dear friends we leave in His keeping til we meet again which will no doubt be in the air.

The year has been full. Fuller than any other. I'm sure. Just so He has been glorified. I know the coming year has much too. O that we may be faithful. If we can always realize that He may come any moment 'twill help to strengthen our faith. God help us all year in every thing to glorify Him.

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