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  • Walter E. Dandy Letter 05/30/1910

    1214 S. Mass. Ave.

    Sedalia, Mo.

    May 30, 1910

    My Dear Son,

    …We were very agreeably surprised on the 25th anniversary of our marriage to receive your congratulations, which touched us deeply and brought tears to our eyes. We both had to weep. Wept to think my life did not compare with that standard of perfection. May we have more desires than ever to covet those noble gifts, and to press onward upward, homeward to a higher and holier life. It has been a great priviledge and pleasure to do what little we could for you. Your progress in life has made us very happy and has more than repaid us for anything we have done.

    In reading your letter this morning, was surprised you had sent us any present, as we did not think from your letter last week you had sent anything. Was not expecting anything. We have not received it yet or heard anything about it. Probably you had better write about it, if you think it had ample time to get here. Thank you very much for your consideration and love in this matter.

    Was rather dissappointed you could not stay home longer this summer. Try and get one month anyway. You have to loaf awhile to recuperate after the trying ordeal of those exams. You are young and can't stand it like Dr. Cushing, a man of mature years. We are proud to hear he wanted you to work but would rather you had a little longer holiday.

    I had Mrs. Minnier and daughter the other night. I told them about your fine position. She seemed pleased. Said we ought to be proud of you. I said we certainly was. We went to B.'s last week. They just got through washing. Polly seemed happy. But I think she has to work harder than she ever did. The mother doesn't seem very happy. Still talking of going to England. Mr. Jakemen has gone to England for a 3 months visit. He did not take a valise or anything to wear, only six handkerchiefs. Cravens are anxious to go there to live but they can't sell their home.…

    Well your present has just arrived. While I was writing it came. On opening was surprised to see such a brilliant display of silverware, nicest I ever saw. Simply gorgeous. Nearly took our breath. Papa says it will go fine with his Silvereen suit. Well Walter I am dumbfounded. Don't know how to express my thanks for such a magnificent present. Many many thanks. I will close now hoping soon to see you and eat off my nice silverware.…

    Your loving Mother

    I believe I would take the state board exams, and be done with it.

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