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Changeable wind.\" \"February 4th, I kept house. Waited on mother who is some better. It makes me nervous. Mr. Frank Chapman is drilling as close to window. I went to town and spent 50 cents for medicine, 70 cents for groceries. Mr. Chapman has drilled 90 ft. no water. Pa tended gates, chores. Rain, snow, rain, mild south west wind.\" \"……Mother sat at table for 1st time in 4 weeks.\" \"February 26th, I worked on RR. Done housework. Went to see the income tax collector about my tax but he said that I not tax to pay. I have earned $1085.84 on R.R. in 1920. Ma got meals, don't feel well. Pa done chores, tended gates. Big snow storm. 6 inches more on level. We cleaned switches. Mild.\" \"March 15th, I worked on R.R. putting plates and gageing track east of sand cut. Brighton helped us. Got wet by big shower. Done housework. Ma cooked the meals. Pa split wood, tended gates, got his $37.50 pay. Put $37 in bank, chores. I got my pay $23.70 which goes to pay expenses. 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Ma baked bread, pies, sewed, housework. Pa cultivated, rested. Pleasant, changeable wind. Warm, dry.\" \"July 21st, I and pa tended gates. Ma and I took a ride to Long Lake. Called on Mrs. Sweet. Picked berries, mowed. Ma baked, sewed, housework. Pa raked and bunched hay. William Ellis came to see about trading his manure for our hay. Clear and very warm.\" \"July 22nd, I and pa tended gates. Ma and I went to Oak Grove a riding. I and pa went to Oak Grove for a ride and went up Byron Road and came home on cement road. Ma baked and crochet on rug. Pa rested. Worked on strawberries. William Ellis drawed 9 loads of manure. Clear and warm.\" \"September 1st, I and pa tended gates while I was tending the gates I had an auto go through the gates and break them and then stop on the track and the engine on passenger pushed them off the crossing only burst a tire. Dug ditch. Ma dried sweet corn and sewed. Pa dug potatoes. Pleasant warm.\" \"September 26th, I and pa tended gates. 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I went to town and spent 50 cents for medicine, 70 cents for groceries. Mr. Chapman has drilled 90 ft. no water. Pa tended gates, chores. Rain, snow, rain, mild south west wind.\" \"……Mother sat at table for 1st time in 4 weeks.\" \"February 26th, I worked on RR. Done housework. Went to see the income tax collector about my tax but he said that I not tax to pay. I have earned $1085.84 on R.R. in 1920. Ma got meals, don't feel well. Pa done chores, tended gates. Big snow storm. 6 inches more on level. We cleaned switches. Mild.\" \"March 15th, I worked on R.R. putting plates and gageing track east of sand cut. Brighton helped us. Got wet by big shower. Done housework. Ma cooked the meals. Pa split wood, tended gates, got his $37.50 pay. Put $37 in bank, chores. I got my pay $23.70 which goes to pay expenses. Cloudy, thunder showers at night. Warm like spring.\" \"March 26th, I worked on R.R. getting ties and about noon I got thrown from the flat car and was hurt that I did not know how it was done. Frank took me to R.R. doctor Brown and I did not know it or when I got home. The doctor came at night. Ma got meals. Waited on me. Pa tended gates, sold eggs 3 ½ doz, 66 cents. Mrs. Petterson called in, also Mrs. Farnsworth.\" \"April 29th, I tended gates. Got Dr. Brown to make out a statement to send with the one I made out to Mr. William Meirs about my getting hurt to get my insurance. Done the housework, cooked, went to town. Lots lots of work. Made coal fire. Pa done chores, is better. I called on Bert Holmes who is sick. Ma has a very bad queasy. Cannot eat or drink, has not for 3 days….\" \"June 11th, I and pa tended gates. I picked berries, looked after the car. Went to town and got a fan belt, 50 cents. Put carbon remover in cylinders. Got chair seats. Ma baked bread, pies, sewed, housework. Pa cultivated, rested. Pleasant, changeable wind. Warm, dry.\" \"July 21st, I and pa tended gates. Ma and I took a ride to Long Lake. Called on Mrs. Sweet. Picked berries, mowed. Ma baked, sewed, housework. Pa raked and bunched hay. William Ellis came to see about trading his manure for our hay. Clear and very warm.\" \"July 22nd, I and pa tended gates. Ma and I went to Oak Grove a riding. I and pa went to Oak Grove for a ride and went up Byron Road and came home on cement road. Ma baked and crochet on rug. Pa rested. Worked on strawberries. William Ellis drawed 9 loads of manure. Clear and warm.\" \"September 1st, I and pa tended gates while I was tending the gates I had an auto go through the gates and break them and then stop on the track and the engine on passenger pushed them off the crossing only burst a tire. Dug ditch. Ma dried sweet corn and sewed. Pa dug potatoes. Pleasant warm.\" \"September 26th, I and pa tended gates. I washed and moped and painted. 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From entries in the diary it can be concluded that he was a railroad worker who lived with his parents on their farm. In brief daily entries he mentions which work he did on the farm and on the railroad, other chores around the house, the health of is mother, the weather, etc."," For excerpts from the diary, provided by the seller, see folder link below.","The following excerpts and list of names mentioned were provided by the seller and have not been verified for accuracy: \"1921 \"January 2nd, I tended gates. Went to Charles Washburn's funeral. He was fetched home from France. Went to Mrs. Harvey to see well man. Ma done housework and rested. Pa done chores. Cloudy, cold. The ground is frozen hard.\" \"January 25th, I done housework. Waited on mother. Went to town saw where they had big fire last night in William Farnsworth Store. Mother has a good deal of pain. Pa tended gates, chores, rested. Very cold. Changeable wind.\" \"February 4th, I kept house. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Letters from the Maude A. Howdershell and Milton F. Kerrick papers, Mss. Acc. 2009.481, were integrated with MS 00239. Both accessions were purchases. It was established that the contents of the Mss. Acc. 2009.481 collection were a continuation of the letters between the two individuals. Letters from Mss. Acc. 2009.481 are marked as such in the Scope at the folder level.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, August 8, 1909, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, April 21, 1910, the letter from Maude to Milton, May 24, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, May 27, 1910, the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, June 11, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, July 5, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Kerrick, August 3, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, September 27, 1910 (1913?), letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 4, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 30, 1910, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated January 14, 1911 and April 17, 1911 originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Milton, September 22, 1911, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, October 28, 1911, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated November 16, 1911, November 22, 1911, and December 28, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.\nThe letters from Howdershell to Kerrick dated November 20, 1911 and December 26, 1911, also originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude A. Howdershell, January 9, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, July 22, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo Milton F. Kerrick, April 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude To Howdershell, June 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, November 4, 1913, and the letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, November 20, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to Mr. M. F. Kerrick, September 4, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, December 14, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, January 14, 1915 and February 1, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, March 29, 1915 and April 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M.F. Kerrick, May 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, July 11, 1916, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude Howdershell, October 15, 1917, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, June 17, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, August 22, 1919 and August 25, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The two undated letters from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead originated from Acc. 2009.481.","Over 200 letters exchanged between Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell from 1908 through the 1930's. Both lived in Alexandria, Virginia and most of the letters are personal in nature as Kerrick actively courted Howdershell during this time. Kerrick was openly expressive in his love for the more reserved Howdershell.  On October 8, 1919 the two were married, but their love letters continued as Kerrick was often away with his work for the Southern Railroad Company. There are also some letters addressed to Maude and their daughter, Elizabeth, from various friends written after Milton had passed away in 1941.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Two letters sent by Milton indicate his employment with the railroad. The February 28, 1909 letter is written on Washington and Southwestern Limited Southern Railway stationary. The August 2, 1909 letter is written on New York-New Orleans Limited stationary.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the April 21, 1910 letter, Milton mentions that he is now a full fledged Knights Templar.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The November 4, 1910 letter mentions little Ralph's illness and by December, another letter describes that they were now free from a quarantine ban.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the June 3, 1911 letter, Milton describes he marched with the Knights Templar to the White House to be received by President Taft.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude sends her condolences on the death of Milton's brother in the August 27, 1911 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude discusses the recovery of her sister from an illness and of being weighed for the first time in a long while. In the November 22, 1911 letter, Milton apologizes for his recent unbecoming behavior and asks her to remind him to be prudent and temperate in his affections for her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton is always openly affectionate in his letters; however, in the February 10, 1912 letter, he writes a particularly passionate letter declaring his love for Maude and desire to marry her. He encloses a pressed flower, as well.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the March 20, 1912 letter, Milton expresses his appreciation for a hankerchief that Maude made for him, as well as his opinion that a suffragette wouldn't have had the time to make a hankerchief since she would be \"busy trying to be a man\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the July 4, 1912 letter, Milton asks Maude what she thinks of the Democratic presidential nominee and that he is \"tickled at the selection of Mr. Wilson\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 4, 1912 letter, Milton writes that he is \"going to put one in for Wilson bright and early and he is going to be elected, too\". He encloses two autumn leaves.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the books she recently read, \"Their Yesterdays\" and \"The Shepherd of the Hills\". Milton replies that he will share his new book, \"Cease Firing\" by the \"awfully suffragette\" Miss Mary Johnson, with Maude and her sister, Lucile.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes that he \"is 40 today but I don't feel any different than when I was twenty\" in the March 13, 1913 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude chides Milton that maybe he found some new love to marry, but also tells him that she is too busy to see him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude shares neighborhood news of planting potatoes, how little Ollie Clark knocked his elbow out of place from a fall, of a friend's visit, and of breaking a colt. She asks about taking a trip with Milton and others to Colonial or Chesapeake Beach.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the October 5, 1913 letter, Milton writes that he was \"initiated in mystic shrine last night, some more masonry\" and discusses his engagement in other Knights Templar activities. In the October 14, 1913 letter, Maude shared news of her home, of canning apples and preparing preserves and that \"little Frances is three years old today\". On October 24, 1913, Milton describes how Vice President Marshall and his wife rode Milton's train from Washington to Danville, and back again yesterday. He writes that \"they look very democractic and plain folks\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton tells her will be catch the train with Fred and Ellie and will be seeing her for Christmas dinner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In a lover's quarrel, Maude writes in response to hearing that Milton expressed interest in Louise with his \"splendid compliments\", so Rob gave her a beautiful bracelet. On February 1, 1914, Maude tells of the fire at Minnie and Mr. Clarks's last week, in which every building was burned. On February 6, 1914 Milton asks Maude to attend a banquet as his guest. Milton also writes, February 16, 1914, that his brother Walter has disappeared.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 13, Milton's 41st birthday, he writes that he received a smallpox vaccination, since there is so much smallpox everywhere.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 4, 1914, Maude waxes on about the change of seasons and of \"Maying\" in the woods to gather violets, dogwood blossoms, and wild honeysuckle. On June 1, she writes that her mother is in bed with a sprained ankle and describes how a lightning strike killed a cow that was like a pet. Milton invites her to join him, Beverly, and Lucile, and him on a moonlight ride.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has been sick and neglected to write for three weeks. Maude writes of the hot weather which makes cooking unpleasant, of playing at night by aid of automobile lights, and of little Frances growing so fast.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes that she hasn't seen the comet that Milton spoke of, but that she is enjoying the beautiful moonlit night. On October 12, Milton writes that the only independent life is as a farmer and that he doesn't blame any girl for not marrying a railroad man for they are always unsettled.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 29, 1914 letter, Milton describes his Thanksgiving celebration and meeting fellow Masons and friends of his father's, who was also a Mason. He tells Maude in the December 20, 1914 letter that Fred was appointed Junior Steward in the Andrew Jackson Lodge and will eventually become a Worshipful Master. Milton was once asked to accept the same appointment, but he declined.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude mentions the sudden passing of Mr. Cassedy from pneumonia and her sorrow for his family.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes about Lucile's dental work, of Fred being an officer and his attendance at the Lodge, and of Milton going to a Shrine meeting at the Willard Hotel. Maude tells him of family news.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude  tells Milton she is too busy to see him on certain dates. Milton invites Maude to a banquet at Mount Vernon and Maude replies that she isn't sure about attending.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the weather and family. In the August 8, 1915 letter, Maude apologizes for treating Milton badly, despite how good he is to her. Milton shares news of friends, tells Maude he much he misses and loves her, and fancies that they are looking at the same moon.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of canning apples, the Harvest moon, and breaking a colt. Milton writes that he is glad that Maude loved his last letter. In a display of hopefulness, he writes \"many a woman has fallen in love with the manuscript of many a man and afterwards fallen in love with the man himself\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of church gatherings and the Baptist preacher, Mr. Payne.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton continues to profess his unending love and his belief that Maude may love him as evidenced by her \"look and somewhat evasive answer\". Maude comments on the weather and the potato harvest.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On April 23, 1916, Maude writes that it is a cold Easter Day. She wishes she owned a Ford of her very own. Milton later replies that he and Fred may try out a Chevrolet. Their letters discuss the price of gasoline, Shriner's meetings, and how much Milton misses her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The May 4, 1916 letter has portions excised from the body of the text. Maude describes Mr. Payne's sermons as well as children who have measles.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has bought his Ford and describes getting the vehicle stuck in mud. He apologizes to Maude for his wrong behavior and promises to be a better Christian man. Maude tells Milton that she was invited to a young man's masquerade party at his house and that she'll go if Milton doesn't come visit.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On December 7, 1916, Milton's Ford requires work and he writes that to keep up with the \"Jones\", he needs new tires. Maude writes of the work ahead of her now that they've killed hogs. Milton expresses his longing and affection for Maude and they make arrangements for him to come out to the house.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the January 9, 1917 letter, Milton explains the car troubles that prevented him from visiting her. He asks if she stayed up for the eclipse of the moon. On January 17, 1917, he describes the \"soldier boys\" who arrived today and were given a standing ovation by the crowd welcoming them home.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On February 13, 1917, Milton is sick with a \"cold that settled into the muscles of my back\" and unable to visit. In her reply on February 15, 1917, Maude expresses concern over Milton's illness and explicitly tells him how much she loves and misses him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 1, 1917, Maude ardently professes her love. In the March 2, 1917 letter, Milton writes of the inaugural crowds coming into Washington by train. Their letters discuss the snowy weather, bad roads, and various friends' illnesses. Milton suggests that marrying will prevent him from being sent to war since the President will call for single men first.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 9, 1917, Milton writes about Bessie undergoing an operation. As the letters continue, the couple continues to express their love and devotion in a more serious manner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes of his admiration for Maude. He pleads forgiveness for being bad and believes his Christian faith will support his better behavior. In the November 8, 1917 letter, Milton describes his happiness since he asked Maude to marry him and she agreed.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On January 1, 1918, Milton celebrates the one year anniversary of Maude giving her sweet self to him, promising him her love. He believes God will bless their love and grant them happiness.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton and Maude muse about the cold winter weather and discuss arrangements to see one another each week.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude celebrates the beautiful spring. She laments the wasted years where she withheld her love from Milton despite his pleas.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The June 4, 1919 letter written by Milton is on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. On June 7, 1919, Maude alludes to Milton meeting with her father, Bill, likely to discuss marriage. She later writes of how she is looking forward to their wedding that fall.","Letters between Maude and Milton, as well as from various friends and family. Maude shares tidbits from home, such as misplacing her grape juice recipe and of two men diagnosed with typhoid. She inquires about her sister Lucile and Beverly. The folder also includes letters of congratulations on Maude and Milton's October 8, 1919 wedding.","A single letter from Maude to Milton in which she writes how much she misses him. She mentions Lucile's bad heart, subsequent doctor visit, and expresses concern for her health.","The contents consist of an Easter card (March 1932) and a letter from Milton to Maude (November 16, 1932).","Letter from Catherine Crandall, Clearwater, Florida, to Bette and Maude Kerrick, Alexandria, Virginia.","Contents include a letter and news clippings addressed to Betty Kerrick, a Christmas letter from \"Emily and Bill\" of San Francisco, California, and an an irate letter from George Flanagan to Gerald Turner, who was a relative of Maude Kerrick.","Contents include an announcement card from the law firm Spencer, Whalen and Graham, a letter from \"Norma and Roger\" to Bette and Maude, and a letter to Betty from \"Doris and Bill\", Birmingham, Michigan.","The letters contained herein consist of correspondence between Maude and Milton, but lack an obvious date. Two letters from Milton are written on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. A Valentine Day's Card to \"My Wife\" from Milton is also included.","Sixty-three letters sent between Milton Fristoe Kerrick and Maude Amanda \"Betty\" Howdershell. Kerrick worked as a Railway Baggage Master in Alexandria, VA for the Southern Railway Company. Howdershell and Kerrick were married in October 1919. The letters sent between the couple range from before and after the marriage. Topics include work, daily life, and romance. 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Acc. 2009.481 collection were a continuation of the letters between the two individuals. Letters from Mss. Acc. 2009.481 are marked as such in the Scope at the folder level.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, August 8, 1909, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, April 21, 1910, the letter from Maude to Milton, May 24, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, May 27, 1910, the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, June 11, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, July 5, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Kerrick, August 3, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, September 27, 1910 (1913?), letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 4, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 30, 1910, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated January 14, 1911 and April 17, 1911 originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Milton, September 22, 1911, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, October 28, 1911, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated November 16, 1911, November 22, 1911, and December 28, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.\nThe letters from Howdershell to Kerrick dated November 20, 1911 and December 26, 1911, also originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude A. Howdershell, January 9, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, July 22, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo Milton F. Kerrick, April 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude To Howdershell, June 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, November 4, 1913, and the letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, November 20, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to Mr. M. F. Kerrick, September 4, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, December 14, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, January 14, 1915 and February 1, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, March 29, 1915 and April 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M.F. Kerrick, May 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, July 11, 1916, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude Howdershell, October 15, 1917, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, June 17, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, August 22, 1919 and August 25, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The two undated letters from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead originated from Acc. 2009.481."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eMilton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell Letters, 1908-1980, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell Letters, 1908-1980, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, William and Mary."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eOver 200 letters exchanged between Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell from 1908 through the 1930's. Both lived in Alexandria, Virginia and most of the letters are personal in nature as Kerrick actively courted Howdershell during this time. Kerrick was openly expressive in his love for the more reserved Howdershell.  On October 8, 1919 the two were married, but their love letters continued as Kerrick was often away with his work for the Southern Railroad Company. There are also some letters addressed to Maude and their daughter, Elizabeth, from various friends written after Milton had passed away in 1941.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Two letters sent by Milton indicate his employment with the railroad. The February 28, 1909 letter is written on Washington and Southwestern Limited Southern Railway stationary. The August 2, 1909 letter is written on New York-New Orleans Limited stationary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the April 21, 1910 letter, Milton mentions that he is now a full fledged Knights Templar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The November 4, 1910 letter mentions little Ralph's illness and by December, another letter describes that they were now free from a quarantine ban.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the June 3, 1911 letter, Milton describes he marched with the Knights Templar to the White House to be received by President Taft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude sends her condolences on the death of Milton's brother in the August 27, 1911 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude discusses the recovery of her sister from an illness and of being weighed for the first time in a long while. In the November 22, 1911 letter, Milton apologizes for his recent unbecoming behavior and asks her to remind him to be prudent and temperate in his affections for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton is always openly affectionate in his letters; however, in the February 10, 1912 letter, he writes a particularly passionate letter declaring his love for Maude and desire to marry her. He encloses a pressed flower, as well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the March 20, 1912 letter, Milton expresses his appreciation for a hankerchief that Maude made for him, as well as his opinion that a suffragette wouldn't have had the time to make a hankerchief since she would be \"busy trying to be a man\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the July 4, 1912 letter, Milton asks Maude what she thinks of the Democratic presidential nominee and that he is \"tickled at the selection of Mr. Wilson\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 4, 1912 letter, Milton writes that he is \"going to put one in for Wilson bright and early and he is going to be elected, too\". He encloses two autumn leaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the books she recently read, \"Their Yesterdays\" and \"The Shepherd of the Hills\". Milton replies that he will share his new book, \"Cease Firing\" by the \"awfully suffragette\" Miss Mary Johnson, with Maude and her sister, Lucile.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes that he \"is 40 today but I don't feel any different than when I was twenty\" in the March 13, 1913 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude chides Milton that maybe he found some new love to marry, but also tells him that she is too busy to see him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude shares neighborhood news of planting potatoes, how little Ollie Clark knocked his elbow out of place from a fall, of a friend's visit, and of breaking a colt. She asks about taking a trip with Milton and others to Colonial or Chesapeake Beach.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the October 5, 1913 letter, Milton writes that he was \"initiated in mystic shrine last night, some more masonry\" and discusses his engagement in other Knights Templar activities. In the October 14, 1913 letter, Maude shared news of her home, of canning apples and preparing preserves and that \"little Frances is three years old today\". On October 24, 1913, Milton describes how Vice President Marshall and his wife rode Milton's train from Washington to Danville, and back again yesterday. He writes that \"they look very democractic and plain folks\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton tells her will be catch the train with Fred and Ellie and will be seeing her for Christmas dinner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In a lover's quarrel, Maude writes in response to hearing that Milton expressed interest in Louise with his \"splendid compliments\", so Rob gave her a beautiful bracelet. On February 1, 1914, Maude tells of the fire at Minnie and Mr. Clarks's last week, in which every building was burned. On February 6, 1914 Milton asks Maude to attend a banquet as his guest. Milton also writes, February 16, 1914, that his brother Walter has disappeared.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 13, Milton's 41st birthday, he writes that he received a smallpox vaccination, since there is so much smallpox everywhere.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 4, 1914, Maude waxes on about the change of seasons and of \"Maying\" in the woods to gather violets, dogwood blossoms, and wild honeysuckle. On June 1, she writes that her mother is in bed with a sprained ankle and describes how a lightning strike killed a cow that was like a pet. Milton invites her to join him, Beverly, and Lucile, and him on a moonlight ride.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has been sick and neglected to write for three weeks. Maude writes of the hot weather which makes cooking unpleasant, of playing at night by aid of automobile lights, and of little Frances growing so fast.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes that she hasn't seen the comet that Milton spoke of, but that she is enjoying the beautiful moonlit night. On October 12, Milton writes that the only independent life is as a farmer and that he doesn't blame any girl for not marrying a railroad man for they are always unsettled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 29, 1914 letter, Milton describes his Thanksgiving celebration and meeting fellow Masons and friends of his father's, who was also a Mason. He tells Maude in the December 20, 1914 letter that Fred was appointed Junior Steward in the Andrew Jackson Lodge and will eventually become a Worshipful Master. Milton was once asked to accept the same appointment, but he declined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude mentions the sudden passing of Mr. Cassedy from pneumonia and her sorrow for his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes about Lucile's dental work, of Fred being an officer and his attendance at the Lodge, and of Milton going to a Shrine meeting at the Willard Hotel. Maude tells him of family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude  tells Milton she is too busy to see him on certain dates. Milton invites Maude to a banquet at Mount Vernon and Maude replies that she isn't sure about attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the weather and family. In the August 8, 1915 letter, Maude apologizes for treating Milton badly, despite how good he is to her. Milton shares news of friends, tells Maude he much he misses and loves her, and fancies that they are looking at the same moon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of canning apples, the Harvest moon, and breaking a colt. Milton writes that he is glad that Maude loved his last letter. In a display of hopefulness, he writes \"many a woman has fallen in love with the manuscript of many a man and afterwards fallen in love with the man himself\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of church gatherings and the Baptist preacher, Mr. Payne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton continues to profess his unending love and his belief that Maude may love him as evidenced by her \"look and somewhat evasive answer\". Maude comments on the weather and the potato harvest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On April 23, 1916, Maude writes that it is a cold Easter Day. She wishes she owned a Ford of her very own. Milton later replies that he and Fred may try out a Chevrolet. Their letters discuss the price of gasoline, Shriner's meetings, and how much Milton misses her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The May 4, 1916 letter has portions excised from the body of the text. Maude describes Mr. Payne's sermons as well as children who have measles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has bought his Ford and describes getting the vehicle stuck in mud. He apologizes to Maude for his wrong behavior and promises to be a better Christian man. Maude tells Milton that she was invited to a young man's masquerade party at his house and that she'll go if Milton doesn't come visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On December 7, 1916, Milton's Ford requires work and he writes that to keep up with the \"Jones\", he needs new tires. Maude writes of the work ahead of her now that they've killed hogs. Milton expresses his longing and affection for Maude and they make arrangements for him to come out to the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the January 9, 1917 letter, Milton explains the car troubles that prevented him from visiting her. He asks if she stayed up for the eclipse of the moon. On January 17, 1917, he describes the \"soldier boys\" who arrived today and were given a standing ovation by the crowd welcoming them home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On February 13, 1917, Milton is sick with a \"cold that settled into the muscles of my back\" and unable to visit. In her reply on February 15, 1917, Maude expresses concern over Milton's illness and explicitly tells him how much she loves and misses him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 1, 1917, Maude ardently professes her love. In the March 2, 1917 letter, Milton writes of the inaugural crowds coming into Washington by train. Their letters discuss the snowy weather, bad roads, and various friends' illnesses. Milton suggests that marrying will prevent him from being sent to war since the President will call for single men first.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 9, 1917, Milton writes about Bessie undergoing an operation. As the letters continue, the couple continues to express their love and devotion in a more serious manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes of his admiration for Maude. He pleads forgiveness for being bad and believes his Christian faith will support his better behavior. In the November 8, 1917 letter, Milton describes his happiness since he asked Maude to marry him and she agreed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On January 1, 1918, Milton celebrates the one year anniversary of Maude giving her sweet self to him, promising him her love. He believes God will bless their love and grant them happiness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton and Maude muse about the cold winter weather and discuss arrangements to see one another each week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude celebrates the beautiful spring. She laments the wasted years where she withheld her love from Milton despite his pleas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The June 4, 1919 letter written by Milton is on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. On June 7, 1919, Maude alludes to Milton meeting with her father, Bill, likely to discuss marriage. She later writes of how she is looking forward to their wedding that fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters between Maude and Milton, as well as from various friends and family. Maude shares tidbits from home, such as misplacing her grape juice recipe and of two men diagnosed with typhoid. She inquires about her sister Lucile and Beverly. The folder also includes letters of congratulations on Maude and Milton's October 8, 1919 wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA single letter from Maude to Milton in which she writes how much she misses him. She mentions Lucile's bad heart, subsequent doctor visit, and expresses concern for her health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe contents consist of an Easter card (March 1932) and a letter from Milton to Maude (November 16, 1932).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Catherine Crandall, Clearwater, Florida, to Bette and Maude Kerrick, Alexandria, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContents include a letter and news clippings addressed to Betty Kerrick, a Christmas letter from \"Emily and Bill\" of San Francisco, California, and an an irate letter from George Flanagan to Gerald Turner, who was a relative of Maude Kerrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContents include an announcement card from the law firm Spencer, Whalen and Graham, a letter from \"Norma and Roger\" to Bette and Maude, and a letter to Betty from \"Doris and Bill\", Birmingham, Michigan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letters contained herein consist of correspondence between Maude and Milton, but lack an obvious date. Two letters from Milton are written on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. A Valentine Day's Card to \"My Wife\" from Milton is also included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSixty-three letters sent between Milton Fristoe Kerrick and Maude Amanda \"Betty\" Howdershell. Kerrick worked as a Railway Baggage Master in Alexandria, VA for the Southern Railway Company. Howdershell and Kerrick were married in October 1919. The letters sent between the couple range from before and after the marriage. Topics include work, daily life, and romance. Letters are written on \"Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen\" stationery.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Content Description","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Over 200 letters exchanged between Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell from 1908 through the 1930's. Both lived in Alexandria, Virginia and most of the letters are personal in nature as Kerrick actively courted Howdershell during this time. Kerrick was openly expressive in his love for the more reserved Howdershell.  On October 8, 1919 the two were married, but their love letters continued as Kerrick was often away with his work for the Southern Railroad Company. There are also some letters addressed to Maude and their daughter, Elizabeth, from various friends written after Milton had passed away in 1941.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Two letters sent by Milton indicate his employment with the railroad. The February 28, 1909 letter is written on Washington and Southwestern Limited Southern Railway stationary. The August 2, 1909 letter is written on New York-New Orleans Limited stationary.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the April 21, 1910 letter, Milton mentions that he is now a full fledged Knights Templar.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The November 4, 1910 letter mentions little Ralph's illness and by December, another letter describes that they were now free from a quarantine ban.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the June 3, 1911 letter, Milton describes he marched with the Knights Templar to the White House to be received by President Taft.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude sends her condolences on the death of Milton's brother in the August 27, 1911 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude discusses the recovery of her sister from an illness and of being weighed for the first time in a long while. In the November 22, 1911 letter, Milton apologizes for his recent unbecoming behavior and asks her to remind him to be prudent and temperate in his affections for her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton is always openly affectionate in his letters; however, in the February 10, 1912 letter, he writes a particularly passionate letter declaring his love for Maude and desire to marry her. He encloses a pressed flower, as well.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the March 20, 1912 letter, Milton expresses his appreciation for a hankerchief that Maude made for him, as well as his opinion that a suffragette wouldn't have had the time to make a hankerchief since she would be \"busy trying to be a man\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the July 4, 1912 letter, Milton asks Maude what she thinks of the Democratic presidential nominee and that he is \"tickled at the selection of Mr. Wilson\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 4, 1912 letter, Milton writes that he is \"going to put one in for Wilson bright and early and he is going to be elected, too\". He encloses two autumn leaves.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the books she recently read, \"Their Yesterdays\" and \"The Shepherd of the Hills\". Milton replies that he will share his new book, \"Cease Firing\" by the \"awfully suffragette\" Miss Mary Johnson, with Maude and her sister, Lucile.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes that he \"is 40 today but I don't feel any different than when I was twenty\" in the March 13, 1913 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude chides Milton that maybe he found some new love to marry, but also tells him that she is too busy to see him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude shares neighborhood news of planting potatoes, how little Ollie Clark knocked his elbow out of place from a fall, of a friend's visit, and of breaking a colt. She asks about taking a trip with Milton and others to Colonial or Chesapeake Beach.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the October 5, 1913 letter, Milton writes that he was \"initiated in mystic shrine last night, some more masonry\" and discusses his engagement in other Knights Templar activities. In the October 14, 1913 letter, Maude shared news of her home, of canning apples and preparing preserves and that \"little Frances is three years old today\". On October 24, 1913, Milton describes how Vice President Marshall and his wife rode Milton's train from Washington to Danville, and back again yesterday. He writes that \"they look very democractic and plain folks\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton tells her will be catch the train with Fred and Ellie and will be seeing her for Christmas dinner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In a lover's quarrel, Maude writes in response to hearing that Milton expressed interest in Louise with his \"splendid compliments\", so Rob gave her a beautiful bracelet. On February 1, 1914, Maude tells of the fire at Minnie and Mr. Clarks's last week, in which every building was burned. On February 6, 1914 Milton asks Maude to attend a banquet as his guest. Milton also writes, February 16, 1914, that his brother Walter has disappeared.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 13, Milton's 41st birthday, he writes that he received a smallpox vaccination, since there is so much smallpox everywhere.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 4, 1914, Maude waxes on about the change of seasons and of \"Maying\" in the woods to gather violets, dogwood blossoms, and wild honeysuckle. On June 1, she writes that her mother is in bed with a sprained ankle and describes how a lightning strike killed a cow that was like a pet. Milton invites her to join him, Beverly, and Lucile, and him on a moonlight ride.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has been sick and neglected to write for three weeks. Maude writes of the hot weather which makes cooking unpleasant, of playing at night by aid of automobile lights, and of little Frances growing so fast.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes that she hasn't seen the comet that Milton spoke of, but that she is enjoying the beautiful moonlit night. On October 12, Milton writes that the only independent life is as a farmer and that he doesn't blame any girl for not marrying a railroad man for they are always unsettled.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 29, 1914 letter, Milton describes his Thanksgiving celebration and meeting fellow Masons and friends of his father's, who was also a Mason. He tells Maude in the December 20, 1914 letter that Fred was appointed Junior Steward in the Andrew Jackson Lodge and will eventually become a Worshipful Master. Milton was once asked to accept the same appointment, but he declined.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude mentions the sudden passing of Mr. Cassedy from pneumonia and her sorrow for his family.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes about Lucile's dental work, of Fred being an officer and his attendance at the Lodge, and of Milton going to a Shrine meeting at the Willard Hotel. Maude tells him of family news.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude  tells Milton she is too busy to see him on certain dates. Milton invites Maude to a banquet at Mount Vernon and Maude replies that she isn't sure about attending.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the weather and family. In the August 8, 1915 letter, Maude apologizes for treating Milton badly, despite how good he is to her. Milton shares news of friends, tells Maude he much he misses and loves her, and fancies that they are looking at the same moon.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of canning apples, the Harvest moon, and breaking a colt. Milton writes that he is glad that Maude loved his last letter. In a display of hopefulness, he writes \"many a woman has fallen in love with the manuscript of many a man and afterwards fallen in love with the man himself\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of church gatherings and the Baptist preacher, Mr. Payne.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton continues to profess his unending love and his belief that Maude may love him as evidenced by her \"look and somewhat evasive answer\". Maude comments on the weather and the potato harvest.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On April 23, 1916, Maude writes that it is a cold Easter Day. She wishes she owned a Ford of her very own. Milton later replies that he and Fred may try out a Chevrolet. Their letters discuss the price of gasoline, Shriner's meetings, and how much Milton misses her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The May 4, 1916 letter has portions excised from the body of the text. Maude describes Mr. Payne's sermons as well as children who have measles.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has bought his Ford and describes getting the vehicle stuck in mud. He apologizes to Maude for his wrong behavior and promises to be a better Christian man. Maude tells Milton that she was invited to a young man's masquerade party at his house and that she'll go if Milton doesn't come visit.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On December 7, 1916, Milton's Ford requires work and he writes that to keep up with the \"Jones\", he needs new tires. Maude writes of the work ahead of her now that they've killed hogs. Milton expresses his longing and affection for Maude and they make arrangements for him to come out to the house.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the January 9, 1917 letter, Milton explains the car troubles that prevented him from visiting her. He asks if she stayed up for the eclipse of the moon. On January 17, 1917, he describes the \"soldier boys\" who arrived today and were given a standing ovation by the crowd welcoming them home.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On February 13, 1917, Milton is sick with a \"cold that settled into the muscles of my back\" and unable to visit. In her reply on February 15, 1917, Maude expresses concern over Milton's illness and explicitly tells him how much she loves and misses him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 1, 1917, Maude ardently professes her love. In the March 2, 1917 letter, Milton writes of the inaugural crowds coming into Washington by train. Their letters discuss the snowy weather, bad roads, and various friends' illnesses. Milton suggests that marrying will prevent him from being sent to war since the President will call for single men first.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 9, 1917, Milton writes about Bessie undergoing an operation. As the letters continue, the couple continues to express their love and devotion in a more serious manner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes of his admiration for Maude. He pleads forgiveness for being bad and believes his Christian faith will support his better behavior. In the November 8, 1917 letter, Milton describes his happiness since he asked Maude to marry him and she agreed.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On January 1, 1918, Milton celebrates the one year anniversary of Maude giving her sweet self to him, promising him her love. He believes God will bless their love and grant them happiness.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton and Maude muse about the cold winter weather and discuss arrangements to see one another each week.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude celebrates the beautiful spring. She laments the wasted years where she withheld her love from Milton despite his pleas.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The June 4, 1919 letter written by Milton is on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. On June 7, 1919, Maude alludes to Milton meeting with her father, Bill, likely to discuss marriage. She later writes of how she is looking forward to their wedding that fall.","Letters between Maude and Milton, as well as from various friends and family. Maude shares tidbits from home, such as misplacing her grape juice recipe and of two men diagnosed with typhoid. She inquires about her sister Lucile and Beverly. The folder also includes letters of congratulations on Maude and Milton's October 8, 1919 wedding.","A single letter from Maude to Milton in which she writes how much she misses him. She mentions Lucile's bad heart, subsequent doctor visit, and expresses concern for her health.","The contents consist of an Easter card (March 1932) and a letter from Milton to Maude (November 16, 1932).","Letter from Catherine Crandall, Clearwater, Florida, to Bette and Maude Kerrick, Alexandria, Virginia.","Contents include a letter and news clippings addressed to Betty Kerrick, a Christmas letter from \"Emily and Bill\" of San Francisco, California, and an an irate letter from George Flanagan to Gerald Turner, who was a relative of Maude Kerrick.","Contents include an announcement card from the law firm Spencer, Whalen and Graham, a letter from \"Norma and Roger\" to Bette and Maude, and a letter to Betty from \"Doris and Bill\", Birmingham, Michigan.","The letters contained herein consist of correspondence between Maude and Milton, but lack an obvious date. Two letters from Milton are written on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. A Valentine Day's Card to \"My Wife\" from Milton is also included.","Sixty-three letters sent between Milton Fristoe Kerrick and Maude Amanda \"Betty\" Howdershell. Kerrick worked as a Railway Baggage Master in Alexandria, VA for the Southern Railway Company. Howdershell and Kerrick were married in October 1919. The letters sent between the couple range from before and after the marriage. Topics include work, daily life, and romance. Letters are written on \"Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen\" stationery."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Kerrick, Milton Fristoe","Kerrick, Maude Amanda Howdershell","Howdershell, Maude Amanda \"Betty\""],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"persname_ssim":["Kerrick, Milton Fristoe","Kerrick, Maude Amanda Howdershell","Howdershell, Maude Amanda \"Betty\""],"language_ssim":["English"],"descrules_ssm":["Describing Archives: A Content Standard"],"total_component_count_is":57,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-05-21T04:12:10.952Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"viw_repositories_2_resources_7839","ead_ssi":"viw_repositories_2_resources_7839","_root_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_7839","_nest_parent_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_7839","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/WM/repositories_2_resources_7839.xml","title_ssm":["Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell Letters"],"title_tesim":["Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell Letters"],"unitdate_ssm":["1908-1980"],"unitdate_inclusive_ssm":["1908-1980"],"level_ssm":["collection"],"level_ssim":["Collection"],"unitid_ssm":["MS 00239","/repositories/2/resources/7839"],"text":["MS 00239","/repositories/2/resources/7839","Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell Letters","Alexandria (Va.)--History","Knights Templar (Masonic order)","Courtship--1910-1920","Railroads--Employees","Courtship--United States--History--20th century","Courtship--Virginia--History","Correspondence","Love letters","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Letters from the Maude A. Howdershell and Milton F. Kerrick papers, Mss. Acc. 2009.481, were integrated with MS 00239. Both accessions were purchases. It was established that the contents of the Mss. Acc. 2009.481 collection were a continuation of the letters between the two individuals. Letters from Mss. Acc. 2009.481 are marked as such in the Scope at the folder level.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, August 8, 1909, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, April 21, 1910, the letter from Maude to Milton, May 24, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, May 27, 1910, the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, June 11, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, July 5, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Kerrick, August 3, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, September 27, 1910 (1913?), letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 4, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 30, 1910, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated January 14, 1911 and April 17, 1911 originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Milton, September 22, 1911, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, October 28, 1911, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated November 16, 1911, November 22, 1911, and December 28, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.\nThe letters from Howdershell to Kerrick dated November 20, 1911 and December 26, 1911, also originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude A. Howdershell, January 9, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, July 22, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo Milton F. Kerrick, April 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude To Howdershell, June 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, November 4, 1913, and the letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, November 20, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to Mr. M. F. Kerrick, September 4, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, December 14, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, January 14, 1915 and February 1, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, March 29, 1915 and April 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M.F. Kerrick, May 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, July 11, 1916, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude Howdershell, October 15, 1917, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, June 17, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, August 22, 1919 and August 25, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The two undated letters from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead originated from Acc. 2009.481.","Over 200 letters exchanged between Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell from 1908 through the 1930's. Both lived in Alexandria, Virginia and most of the letters are personal in nature as Kerrick actively courted Howdershell during this time. Kerrick was openly expressive in his love for the more reserved Howdershell.  On October 8, 1919 the two were married, but their love letters continued as Kerrick was often away with his work for the Southern Railroad Company. There are also some letters addressed to Maude and their daughter, Elizabeth, from various friends written after Milton had passed away in 1941.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Two letters sent by Milton indicate his employment with the railroad. The February 28, 1909 letter is written on Washington and Southwestern Limited Southern Railway stationary. The August 2, 1909 letter is written on New York-New Orleans Limited stationary.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the April 21, 1910 letter, Milton mentions that he is now a full fledged Knights Templar.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The November 4, 1910 letter mentions little Ralph's illness and by December, another letter describes that they were now free from a quarantine ban.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the June 3, 1911 letter, Milton describes he marched with the Knights Templar to the White House to be received by President Taft.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude sends her condolences on the death of Milton's brother in the August 27, 1911 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude discusses the recovery of her sister from an illness and of being weighed for the first time in a long while. In the November 22, 1911 letter, Milton apologizes for his recent unbecoming behavior and asks her to remind him to be prudent and temperate in his affections for her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton is always openly affectionate in his letters; however, in the February 10, 1912 letter, he writes a particularly passionate letter declaring his love for Maude and desire to marry her. He encloses a pressed flower, as well.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the March 20, 1912 letter, Milton expresses his appreciation for a hankerchief that Maude made for him, as well as his opinion that a suffragette wouldn't have had the time to make a hankerchief since she would be \"busy trying to be a man\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the July 4, 1912 letter, Milton asks Maude what she thinks of the Democratic presidential nominee and that he is \"tickled at the selection of Mr. Wilson\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 4, 1912 letter, Milton writes that he is \"going to put one in for Wilson bright and early and he is going to be elected, too\". He encloses two autumn leaves.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the books she recently read, \"Their Yesterdays\" and \"The Shepherd of the Hills\". Milton replies that he will share his new book, \"Cease Firing\" by the \"awfully suffragette\" Miss Mary Johnson, with Maude and her sister, Lucile.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes that he \"is 40 today but I don't feel any different than when I was twenty\" in the March 13, 1913 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude chides Milton that maybe he found some new love to marry, but also tells him that she is too busy to see him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude shares neighborhood news of planting potatoes, how little Ollie Clark knocked his elbow out of place from a fall, of a friend's visit, and of breaking a colt. She asks about taking a trip with Milton and others to Colonial or Chesapeake Beach.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the October 5, 1913 letter, Milton writes that he was \"initiated in mystic shrine last night, some more masonry\" and discusses his engagement in other Knights Templar activities. In the October 14, 1913 letter, Maude shared news of her home, of canning apples and preparing preserves and that \"little Frances is three years old today\". On October 24, 1913, Milton describes how Vice President Marshall and his wife rode Milton's train from Washington to Danville, and back again yesterday. He writes that \"they look very democractic and plain folks\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton tells her will be catch the train with Fred and Ellie and will be seeing her for Christmas dinner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In a lover's quarrel, Maude writes in response to hearing that Milton expressed interest in Louise with his \"splendid compliments\", so Rob gave her a beautiful bracelet. On February 1, 1914, Maude tells of the fire at Minnie and Mr. Clarks's last week, in which every building was burned. On February 6, 1914 Milton asks Maude to attend a banquet as his guest. Milton also writes, February 16, 1914, that his brother Walter has disappeared.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 13, Milton's 41st birthday, he writes that he received a smallpox vaccination, since there is so much smallpox everywhere.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 4, 1914, Maude waxes on about the change of seasons and of \"Maying\" in the woods to gather violets, dogwood blossoms, and wild honeysuckle. On June 1, she writes that her mother is in bed with a sprained ankle and describes how a lightning strike killed a cow that was like a pet. Milton invites her to join him, Beverly, and Lucile, and him on a moonlight ride.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has been sick and neglected to write for three weeks. Maude writes of the hot weather which makes cooking unpleasant, of playing at night by aid of automobile lights, and of little Frances growing so fast.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes that she hasn't seen the comet that Milton spoke of, but that she is enjoying the beautiful moonlit night. On October 12, Milton writes that the only independent life is as a farmer and that he doesn't blame any girl for not marrying a railroad man for they are always unsettled.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 29, 1914 letter, Milton describes his Thanksgiving celebration and meeting fellow Masons and friends of his father's, who was also a Mason. He tells Maude in the December 20, 1914 letter that Fred was appointed Junior Steward in the Andrew Jackson Lodge and will eventually become a Worshipful Master. Milton was once asked to accept the same appointment, but he declined.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude mentions the sudden passing of Mr. Cassedy from pneumonia and her sorrow for his family.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes about Lucile's dental work, of Fred being an officer and his attendance at the Lodge, and of Milton going to a Shrine meeting at the Willard Hotel. Maude tells him of family news.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude  tells Milton she is too busy to see him on certain dates. Milton invites Maude to a banquet at Mount Vernon and Maude replies that she isn't sure about attending.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the weather and family. In the August 8, 1915 letter, Maude apologizes for treating Milton badly, despite how good he is to her. Milton shares news of friends, tells Maude he much he misses and loves her, and fancies that they are looking at the same moon.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of canning apples, the Harvest moon, and breaking a colt. Milton writes that he is glad that Maude loved his last letter. In a display of hopefulness, he writes \"many a woman has fallen in love with the manuscript of many a man and afterwards fallen in love with the man himself\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of church gatherings and the Baptist preacher, Mr. Payne.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton continues to profess his unending love and his belief that Maude may love him as evidenced by her \"look and somewhat evasive answer\". Maude comments on the weather and the potato harvest.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On April 23, 1916, Maude writes that it is a cold Easter Day. She wishes she owned a Ford of her very own. Milton later replies that he and Fred may try out a Chevrolet. Their letters discuss the price of gasoline, Shriner's meetings, and how much Milton misses her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The May 4, 1916 letter has portions excised from the body of the text. Maude describes Mr. Payne's sermons as well as children who have measles.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has bought his Ford and describes getting the vehicle stuck in mud. He apologizes to Maude for his wrong behavior and promises to be a better Christian man. Maude tells Milton that she was invited to a young man's masquerade party at his house and that she'll go if Milton doesn't come visit.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On December 7, 1916, Milton's Ford requires work and he writes that to keep up with the \"Jones\", he needs new tires. Maude writes of the work ahead of her now that they've killed hogs. Milton expresses his longing and affection for Maude and they make arrangements for him to come out to the house.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the January 9, 1917 letter, Milton explains the car troubles that prevented him from visiting her. He asks if she stayed up for the eclipse of the moon. On January 17, 1917, he describes the \"soldier boys\" who arrived today and were given a standing ovation by the crowd welcoming them home.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On February 13, 1917, Milton is sick with a \"cold that settled into the muscles of my back\" and unable to visit. In her reply on February 15, 1917, Maude expresses concern over Milton's illness and explicitly tells him how much she loves and misses him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 1, 1917, Maude ardently professes her love. In the March 2, 1917 letter, Milton writes of the inaugural crowds coming into Washington by train. Their letters discuss the snowy weather, bad roads, and various friends' illnesses. Milton suggests that marrying will prevent him from being sent to war since the President will call for single men first.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 9, 1917, Milton writes about Bessie undergoing an operation. As the letters continue, the couple continues to express their love and devotion in a more serious manner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes of his admiration for Maude. He pleads forgiveness for being bad and believes his Christian faith will support his better behavior. In the November 8, 1917 letter, Milton describes his happiness since he asked Maude to marry him and she agreed.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On January 1, 1918, Milton celebrates the one year anniversary of Maude giving her sweet self to him, promising him her love. He believes God will bless their love and grant them happiness.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton and Maude muse about the cold winter weather and discuss arrangements to see one another each week.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude celebrates the beautiful spring. She laments the wasted years where she withheld her love from Milton despite his pleas.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The June 4, 1919 letter written by Milton is on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. On June 7, 1919, Maude alludes to Milton meeting with her father, Bill, likely to discuss marriage. She later writes of how she is looking forward to their wedding that fall.","Letters between Maude and Milton, as well as from various friends and family. Maude shares tidbits from home, such as misplacing her grape juice recipe and of two men diagnosed with typhoid. She inquires about her sister Lucile and Beverly. The folder also includes letters of congratulations on Maude and Milton's October 8, 1919 wedding.","A single letter from Maude to Milton in which she writes how much she misses him. She mentions Lucile's bad heart, subsequent doctor visit, and expresses concern for her health.","The contents consist of an Easter card (March 1932) and a letter from Milton to Maude (November 16, 1932).","Letter from Catherine Crandall, Clearwater, Florida, to Bette and Maude Kerrick, Alexandria, Virginia.","Contents include a letter and news clippings addressed to Betty Kerrick, a Christmas letter from \"Emily and Bill\" of San Francisco, California, and an an irate letter from George Flanagan to Gerald Turner, who was a relative of Maude Kerrick.","Contents include an announcement card from the law firm Spencer, Whalen and Graham, a letter from \"Norma and Roger\" to Bette and Maude, and a letter to Betty from \"Doris and Bill\", Birmingham, Michigan.","The letters contained herein consist of correspondence between Maude and Milton, but lack an obvious date. Two letters from Milton are written on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. A Valentine Day's Card to \"My Wife\" from Milton is also included.","Sixty-three letters sent between Milton Fristoe Kerrick and Maude Amanda \"Betty\" Howdershell. Kerrick worked as a Railway Baggage Master in Alexandria, VA for the Southern Railway Company. Howdershell and Kerrick were married in October 1919. The letters sent between the couple range from before and after the marriage. Topics include work, daily life, and romance. 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Howdershell, January 9, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, July 22, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Maude Howdershell tTo Milton F. Kerrick, April 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude To Howdershell, June 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, November 4, 1913, and the letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, November 20, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Maude Howdershell to Mr. M. F. Kerrick, September 4, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, December 14, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letters from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, January 14, 1915 and February 1, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, March 29, 1915 and April 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M.F. Kerrick, May 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, July 11, 1916, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude Howdershell, October 15, 1917, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, June 17, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, August 22, 1919 and August 25, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe two undated letters from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead originated from Acc. 2009.481.\u003c/p\u003e"],"custodhist_heading_ssm":["Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History","Custodial History"],"custodhist_tesim":["Letters from the Maude A. Howdershell and Milton F. Kerrick papers, Mss. Acc. 2009.481, were integrated with MS 00239. Both accessions were purchases. It was established that the contents of the Mss. Acc. 2009.481 collection were a continuation of the letters between the two individuals. Letters from Mss. Acc. 2009.481 are marked as such in the Scope at the folder level.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, August 8, 1909, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, April 21, 1910, the letter from Maude to Milton, May 24, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, May 27, 1910, the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, June 11, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, July 5, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Kerrick, August 3, 1910, letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, September 27, 1910 (1913?), letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 4, 1910, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, November 30, 1910, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated January 14, 1911 and April 17, 1911 originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Howdershell to Milton, September 22, 1911, and the letter from Kerrick to Howdershell, October 28, 1911, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Kerrick to Howdershell dated November 16, 1911, November 22, 1911, and December 28, 1911, all originated from Acc. 2009.481.\nThe letters from Howdershell to Kerrick dated November 20, 1911 and December 26, 1911, also originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude A. Howdershell, January 9, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, July 22, 1912, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo Milton F. Kerrick, April 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude To Howdershell, June 8, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, November 4, 1913, and the letter from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell, November 20, 1913, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell to Mr. M. F. Kerrick, September 4, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, December 14, 1914, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M. F. Kerrick, January 14, 1915 and February 1, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, March 29, 1915 and April 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M.F. Kerrick, May 6, 1915, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, July 11, 1916, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Milton Kerrick tTo Maude Howdershell, October 15, 1917, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letter from Maude Howdershell tTo M. F. Kerrick, June 17, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The letters from Maude Howdershell to M.F. Kerrick, August 22, 1919 and August 25, 1919, originated from Acc. 2009.481.","The two undated letters from Milton Kerrick to Maude Howdershell on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead originated from Acc. 2009.481."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eMilton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell Letters, 1908-1980, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell Letters, 1908-1980, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, William and Mary."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eOver 200 letters exchanged between Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell from 1908 through the 1930's. Both lived in Alexandria, Virginia and most of the letters are personal in nature as Kerrick actively courted Howdershell during this time. Kerrick was openly expressive in his love for the more reserved Howdershell.  On October 8, 1919 the two were married, but their love letters continued as Kerrick was often away with his work for the Southern Railroad Company. There are also some letters addressed to Maude and their daughter, Elizabeth, from various friends written after Milton had passed away in 1941.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Two letters sent by Milton indicate his employment with the railroad. The February 28, 1909 letter is written on Washington and Southwestern Limited Southern Railway stationary. The August 2, 1909 letter is written on New York-New Orleans Limited stationary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the April 21, 1910 letter, Milton mentions that he is now a full fledged Knights Templar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The November 4, 1910 letter mentions little Ralph's illness and by December, another letter describes that they were now free from a quarantine ban.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the June 3, 1911 letter, Milton describes he marched with the Knights Templar to the White House to be received by President Taft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude sends her condolences on the death of Milton's brother in the August 27, 1911 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude discusses the recovery of her sister from an illness and of being weighed for the first time in a long while. In the November 22, 1911 letter, Milton apologizes for his recent unbecoming behavior and asks her to remind him to be prudent and temperate in his affections for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton is always openly affectionate in his letters; however, in the February 10, 1912 letter, he writes a particularly passionate letter declaring his love for Maude and desire to marry her. He encloses a pressed flower, as well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the March 20, 1912 letter, Milton expresses his appreciation for a hankerchief that Maude made for him, as well as his opinion that a suffragette wouldn't have had the time to make a hankerchief since she would be \"busy trying to be a man\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the July 4, 1912 letter, Milton asks Maude what she thinks of the Democratic presidential nominee and that he is \"tickled at the selection of Mr. Wilson\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 4, 1912 letter, Milton writes that he is \"going to put one in for Wilson bright and early and he is going to be elected, too\". He encloses two autumn leaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the books she recently read, \"Their Yesterdays\" and \"The Shepherd of the Hills\". Milton replies that he will share his new book, \"Cease Firing\" by the \"awfully suffragette\" Miss Mary Johnson, with Maude and her sister, Lucile.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes that he \"is 40 today but I don't feel any different than when I was twenty\" in the March 13, 1913 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude chides Milton that maybe he found some new love to marry, but also tells him that she is too busy to see him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude shares neighborhood news of planting potatoes, how little Ollie Clark knocked his elbow out of place from a fall, of a friend's visit, and of breaking a colt. She asks about taking a trip with Milton and others to Colonial or Chesapeake Beach.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the October 5, 1913 letter, Milton writes that he was \"initiated in mystic shrine last night, some more masonry\" and discusses his engagement in other Knights Templar activities. In the October 14, 1913 letter, Maude shared news of her home, of canning apples and preparing preserves and that \"little Frances is three years old today\". On October 24, 1913, Milton describes how Vice President Marshall and his wife rode Milton's train from Washington to Danville, and back again yesterday. He writes that \"they look very democractic and plain folks\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton tells her will be catch the train with Fred and Ellie and will be seeing her for Christmas dinner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In a lover's quarrel, Maude writes in response to hearing that Milton expressed interest in Louise with his \"splendid compliments\", so Rob gave her a beautiful bracelet. On February 1, 1914, Maude tells of the fire at Minnie and Mr. Clarks's last week, in which every building was burned. On February 6, 1914 Milton asks Maude to attend a banquet as his guest. Milton also writes, February 16, 1914, that his brother Walter has disappeared.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 13, Milton's 41st birthday, he writes that he received a smallpox vaccination, since there is so much smallpox everywhere.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 4, 1914, Maude waxes on about the change of seasons and of \"Maying\" in the woods to gather violets, dogwood blossoms, and wild honeysuckle. On June 1, she writes that her mother is in bed with a sprained ankle and describes how a lightning strike killed a cow that was like a pet. Milton invites her to join him, Beverly, and Lucile, and him on a moonlight ride.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has been sick and neglected to write for three weeks. Maude writes of the hot weather which makes cooking unpleasant, of playing at night by aid of automobile lights, and of little Frances growing so fast.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes that she hasn't seen the comet that Milton spoke of, but that she is enjoying the beautiful moonlit night. On October 12, Milton writes that the only independent life is as a farmer and that he doesn't blame any girl for not marrying a railroad man for they are always unsettled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 29, 1914 letter, Milton describes his Thanksgiving celebration and meeting fellow Masons and friends of his father's, who was also a Mason. He tells Maude in the December 20, 1914 letter that Fred was appointed Junior Steward in the Andrew Jackson Lodge and will eventually become a Worshipful Master. Milton was once asked to accept the same appointment, but he declined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude mentions the sudden passing of Mr. Cassedy from pneumonia and her sorrow for his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes about Lucile's dental work, of Fred being an officer and his attendance at the Lodge, and of Milton going to a Shrine meeting at the Willard Hotel. Maude tells him of family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude  tells Milton she is too busy to see him on certain dates. Milton invites Maude to a banquet at Mount Vernon and Maude replies that she isn't sure about attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the weather and family. In the August 8, 1915 letter, Maude apologizes for treating Milton badly, despite how good he is to her. Milton shares news of friends, tells Maude he much he misses and loves her, and fancies that they are looking at the same moon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of canning apples, the Harvest moon, and breaking a colt. Milton writes that he is glad that Maude loved his last letter. In a display of hopefulness, he writes \"many a woman has fallen in love with the manuscript of many a man and afterwards fallen in love with the man himself\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of church gatherings and the Baptist preacher, Mr. Payne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton continues to profess his unending love and his belief that Maude may love him as evidenced by her \"look and somewhat evasive answer\". Maude comments on the weather and the potato harvest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On April 23, 1916, Maude writes that it is a cold Easter Day. She wishes she owned a Ford of her very own. Milton later replies that he and Fred may try out a Chevrolet. Their letters discuss the price of gasoline, Shriner's meetings, and how much Milton misses her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The May 4, 1916 letter has portions excised from the body of the text. Maude describes Mr. Payne's sermons as well as children who have measles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has bought his Ford and describes getting the vehicle stuck in mud. He apologizes to Maude for his wrong behavior and promises to be a better Christian man. Maude tells Milton that she was invited to a young man's masquerade party at his house and that she'll go if Milton doesn't come visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On December 7, 1916, Milton's Ford requires work and he writes that to keep up with the \"Jones\", he needs new tires. Maude writes of the work ahead of her now that they've killed hogs. Milton expresses his longing and affection for Maude and they make arrangements for him to come out to the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the January 9, 1917 letter, Milton explains the car troubles that prevented him from visiting her. He asks if she stayed up for the eclipse of the moon. On January 17, 1917, he describes the \"soldier boys\" who arrived today and were given a standing ovation by the crowd welcoming them home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On February 13, 1917, Milton is sick with a \"cold that settled into the muscles of my back\" and unable to visit. In her reply on February 15, 1917, Maude expresses concern over Milton's illness and explicitly tells him how much she loves and misses him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 1, 1917, Maude ardently professes her love. In the March 2, 1917 letter, Milton writes of the inaugural crowds coming into Washington by train. Their letters discuss the snowy weather, bad roads, and various friends' illnesses. Milton suggests that marrying will prevent him from being sent to war since the President will call for single men first.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 9, 1917, Milton writes about Bessie undergoing an operation. As the letters continue, the couple continues to express their love and devotion in a more serious manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes of his admiration for Maude. He pleads forgiveness for being bad and believes his Christian faith will support his better behavior. In the November 8, 1917 letter, Milton describes his happiness since he asked Maude to marry him and she agreed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On January 1, 1918, Milton celebrates the one year anniversary of Maude giving her sweet self to him, promising him her love. He believes God will bless their love and grant them happiness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton and Maude muse about the cold winter weather and discuss arrangements to see one another each week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude celebrates the beautiful spring. She laments the wasted years where she withheld her love from Milton despite his pleas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The June 4, 1919 letter written by Milton is on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. On June 7, 1919, Maude alludes to Milton meeting with her father, Bill, likely to discuss marriage. She later writes of how she is looking forward to their wedding that fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters between Maude and Milton, as well as from various friends and family. Maude shares tidbits from home, such as misplacing her grape juice recipe and of two men diagnosed with typhoid. She inquires about her sister Lucile and Beverly. The folder also includes letters of congratulations on Maude and Milton's October 8, 1919 wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA single letter from Maude to Milton in which she writes how much she misses him. She mentions Lucile's bad heart, subsequent doctor visit, and expresses concern for her health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe contents consist of an Easter card (March 1932) and a letter from Milton to Maude (November 16, 1932).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Catherine Crandall, Clearwater, Florida, to Bette and Maude Kerrick, Alexandria, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContents include a letter and news clippings addressed to Betty Kerrick, a Christmas letter from \"Emily and Bill\" of San Francisco, California, and an an irate letter from George Flanagan to Gerald Turner, who was a relative of Maude Kerrick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContents include an announcement card from the law firm Spencer, Whalen and Graham, a letter from \"Norma and Roger\" to Bette and Maude, and a letter to Betty from \"Doris and Bill\", Birmingham, Michigan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letters contained herein consist of correspondence between Maude and Milton, but lack an obvious date. Two letters from Milton are written on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. A Valentine Day's Card to \"My Wife\" from Milton is also included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSixty-three letters sent between Milton Fristoe Kerrick and Maude Amanda \"Betty\" Howdershell. Kerrick worked as a Railway Baggage Master in Alexandria, VA for the Southern Railway Company. Howdershell and Kerrick were married in October 1919. The letters sent between the couple range from before and after the marriage. Topics include work, daily life, and romance. Letters are written on \"Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen\" stationery.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Content Description","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Over 200 letters exchanged between Milton Kerrick and Maude Howdershell from 1908 through the 1930's. Both lived in Alexandria, Virginia and most of the letters are personal in nature as Kerrick actively courted Howdershell during this time. Kerrick was openly expressive in his love for the more reserved Howdershell.  On October 8, 1919 the two were married, but their love letters continued as Kerrick was often away with his work for the Southern Railroad Company. There are also some letters addressed to Maude and their daughter, Elizabeth, from various friends written after Milton had passed away in 1941.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Two letters sent by Milton indicate his employment with the railroad. The February 28, 1909 letter is written on Washington and Southwestern Limited Southern Railway stationary. The August 2, 1909 letter is written on New York-New Orleans Limited stationary.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the April 21, 1910 letter, Milton mentions that he is now a full fledged Knights Templar.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The November 4, 1910 letter mentions little Ralph's illness and by December, another letter describes that they were now free from a quarantine ban.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the June 3, 1911 letter, Milton describes he marched with the Knights Templar to the White House to be received by President Taft.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude sends her condolences on the death of Milton's brother in the August 27, 1911 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude discusses the recovery of her sister from an illness and of being weighed for the first time in a long while. In the November 22, 1911 letter, Milton apologizes for his recent unbecoming behavior and asks her to remind him to be prudent and temperate in his affections for her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton is always openly affectionate in his letters; however, in the February 10, 1912 letter, he writes a particularly passionate letter declaring his love for Maude and desire to marry her. He encloses a pressed flower, as well.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the March 20, 1912 letter, Milton expresses his appreciation for a hankerchief that Maude made for him, as well as his opinion that a suffragette wouldn't have had the time to make a hankerchief since she would be \"busy trying to be a man\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the July 4, 1912 letter, Milton asks Maude what she thinks of the Democratic presidential nominee and that he is \"tickled at the selection of Mr. Wilson\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 4, 1912 letter, Milton writes that he is \"going to put one in for Wilson bright and early and he is going to be elected, too\". He encloses two autumn leaves.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the books she recently read, \"Their Yesterdays\" and \"The Shepherd of the Hills\". Milton replies that he will share his new book, \"Cease Firing\" by the \"awfully suffragette\" Miss Mary Johnson, with Maude and her sister, Lucile.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes that he \"is 40 today but I don't feel any different than when I was twenty\" in the March 13, 1913 letter.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude chides Milton that maybe he found some new love to marry, but also tells him that she is too busy to see him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude shares neighborhood news of planting potatoes, how little Ollie Clark knocked his elbow out of place from a fall, of a friend's visit, and of breaking a colt. She asks about taking a trip with Milton and others to Colonial or Chesapeake Beach.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the October 5, 1913 letter, Milton writes that he was \"initiated in mystic shrine last night, some more masonry\" and discusses his engagement in other Knights Templar activities. In the October 14, 1913 letter, Maude shared news of her home, of canning apples and preparing preserves and that \"little Frances is three years old today\". On October 24, 1913, Milton describes how Vice President Marshall and his wife rode Milton's train from Washington to Danville, and back again yesterday. He writes that \"they look very democractic and plain folks\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton tells her will be catch the train with Fred and Ellie and will be seeing her for Christmas dinner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In a lover's quarrel, Maude writes in response to hearing that Milton expressed interest in Louise with his \"splendid compliments\", so Rob gave her a beautiful bracelet. On February 1, 1914, Maude tells of the fire at Minnie and Mr. Clarks's last week, in which every building was burned. On February 6, 1914 Milton asks Maude to attend a banquet as his guest. Milton also writes, February 16, 1914, that his brother Walter has disappeared.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 13, Milton's 41st birthday, he writes that he received a smallpox vaccination, since there is so much smallpox everywhere.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 4, 1914, Maude waxes on about the change of seasons and of \"Maying\" in the woods to gather violets, dogwood blossoms, and wild honeysuckle. On June 1, she writes that her mother is in bed with a sprained ankle and describes how a lightning strike killed a cow that was like a pet. Milton invites her to join him, Beverly, and Lucile, and him on a moonlight ride.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has been sick and neglected to write for three weeks. Maude writes of the hot weather which makes cooking unpleasant, of playing at night by aid of automobile lights, and of little Frances growing so fast.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes that she hasn't seen the comet that Milton spoke of, but that she is enjoying the beautiful moonlit night. On October 12, Milton writes that the only independent life is as a farmer and that he doesn't blame any girl for not marrying a railroad man for they are always unsettled.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the November 29, 1914 letter, Milton describes his Thanksgiving celebration and meeting fellow Masons and friends of his father's, who was also a Mason. He tells Maude in the December 20, 1914 letter that Fred was appointed Junior Steward in the Andrew Jackson Lodge and will eventually become a Worshipful Master. Milton was once asked to accept the same appointment, but he declined.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude mentions the sudden passing of Mr. Cassedy from pneumonia and her sorrow for his family.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes about Lucile's dental work, of Fred being an officer and his attendance at the Lodge, and of Milton going to a Shrine meeting at the Willard Hotel. Maude tells him of family news.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude  tells Milton she is too busy to see him on certain dates. Milton invites Maude to a banquet at Mount Vernon and Maude replies that she isn't sure about attending.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of the weather and family. In the August 8, 1915 letter, Maude apologizes for treating Milton badly, despite how good he is to her. Milton shares news of friends, tells Maude he much he misses and loves her, and fancies that they are looking at the same moon.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of canning apples, the Harvest moon, and breaking a colt. Milton writes that he is glad that Maude loved his last letter. In a display of hopefulness, he writes \"many a woman has fallen in love with the manuscript of many a man and afterwards fallen in love with the man himself\".","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude writes of church gatherings and the Baptist preacher, Mr. Payne.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton continues to profess his unending love and his belief that Maude may love him as evidenced by her \"look and somewhat evasive answer\". Maude comments on the weather and the potato harvest.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On April 23, 1916, Maude writes that it is a cold Easter Day. She wishes she owned a Ford of her very own. Milton later replies that he and Fred may try out a Chevrolet. Their letters discuss the price of gasoline, Shriner's meetings, and how much Milton misses her.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The May 4, 1916 letter has portions excised from the body of the text. Maude describes Mr. Payne's sermons as well as children who have measles.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton has bought his Ford and describes getting the vehicle stuck in mud. He apologizes to Maude for his wrong behavior and promises to be a better Christian man. Maude tells Milton that she was invited to a young man's masquerade party at his house and that she'll go if Milton doesn't come visit.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On December 7, 1916, Milton's Ford requires work and he writes that to keep up with the \"Jones\", he needs new tires. Maude writes of the work ahead of her now that they've killed hogs. Milton expresses his longing and affection for Maude and they make arrangements for him to come out to the house.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. In the January 9, 1917 letter, Milton explains the car troubles that prevented him from visiting her. He asks if she stayed up for the eclipse of the moon. On January 17, 1917, he describes the \"soldier boys\" who arrived today and were given a standing ovation by the crowd welcoming them home.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On February 13, 1917, Milton is sick with a \"cold that settled into the muscles of my back\" and unable to visit. In her reply on February 15, 1917, Maude expresses concern over Milton's illness and explicitly tells him how much she loves and misses him.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On March 1, 1917, Maude ardently professes her love. In the March 2, 1917 letter, Milton writes of the inaugural crowds coming into Washington by train. Their letters discuss the snowy weather, bad roads, and various friends' illnesses. Milton suggests that marrying will prevent him from being sent to war since the President will call for single men first.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On May 9, 1917, Milton writes about Bessie undergoing an operation. As the letters continue, the couple continues to express their love and devotion in a more serious manner.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton writes of his admiration for Maude. He pleads forgiveness for being bad and believes his Christian faith will support his better behavior. In the November 8, 1917 letter, Milton describes his happiness since he asked Maude to marry him and she agreed.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. On January 1, 1918, Milton celebrates the one year anniversary of Maude giving her sweet self to him, promising him her love. He believes God will bless their love and grant them happiness.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Milton and Maude muse about the cold winter weather and discuss arrangements to see one another each week.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. Maude celebrates the beautiful spring. She laments the wasted years where she withheld her love from Milton despite his pleas.","Letters exchanged between Maude Howdershell and Milton Kerrick. The June 4, 1919 letter written by Milton is on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. On June 7, 1919, Maude alludes to Milton meeting with her father, Bill, likely to discuss marriage. She later writes of how she is looking forward to their wedding that fall.","Letters between Maude and Milton, as well as from various friends and family. Maude shares tidbits from home, such as misplacing her grape juice recipe and of two men diagnosed with typhoid. She inquires about her sister Lucile and Beverly. The folder also includes letters of congratulations on Maude and Milton's October 8, 1919 wedding.","A single letter from Maude to Milton in which she writes how much she misses him. She mentions Lucile's bad heart, subsequent doctor visit, and expresses concern for her health.","The contents consist of an Easter card (March 1932) and a letter from Milton to Maude (November 16, 1932).","Letter from Catherine Crandall, Clearwater, Florida, to Bette and Maude Kerrick, Alexandria, Virginia.","Contents include a letter and news clippings addressed to Betty Kerrick, a Christmas letter from \"Emily and Bill\" of San Francisco, California, and an an irate letter from George Flanagan to Gerald Turner, who was a relative of Maude Kerrick.","Contents include an announcement card from the law firm Spencer, Whalen and Graham, a letter from \"Norma and Roger\" to Bette and Maude, and a letter to Betty from \"Doris and Bill\", Birmingham, Michigan.","The letters contained herein consist of correspondence between Maude and Milton, but lack an obvious date. Two letters from Milton are written on Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen letterhead. A Valentine Day's Card to \"My Wife\" from Milton is also included.","Sixty-three letters sent between Milton Fristoe Kerrick and Maude Amanda \"Betty\" Howdershell. Kerrick worked as a Railway Baggage Master in Alexandria, VA for the Southern Railway Company. Howdershell and Kerrick were married in October 1919. The letters sent between the couple range from before and after the marriage. Topics include work, daily life, and romance. 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Put up 2 rafters at west end of lumber shed. Built doors for blacksmith shop….June 27th, At home to church in morning. P.M. to 4th Ave. Methodist Church to the wedding of Jerry Clark and Anna Meloy. Back to Paris on train #31.…..July 27th, 6 hrs. on overhead bridge east edge of town. 2 hrs on cutting tin for saddle board for freight house. Fair and warmer…..September 6th, Mam and I rode train #27 to St. Louis. Got off at Washington Ave. and walked out on East Bridge. Came back and ate breakfast then rode street car to Foust and Park Zoo and spent the day. Came back and rode train #38 home and I rode train #27 back to Mattoon…..October 3rd, Ate breakfast with Jim and Roma and walked down to Jake's house. Ate dinner with them. After dinner Jake, Dick, Cleo started to Ralph's. Picked Ralph East up at the George Morin place going to the C. C. C. camp. Arrived at Rachel's at 4 P.M. Found her just alive. Ate supper there. Stayed all night. October 4th, Rachel died at 7:30 A.M. I went with Stanley, Tom, Davis and Keifer to Paoli to the undertakers. P.M. went over to Ernest and Anna's. Back home. Rainy partly fair…..December 27th, To Kansas and got old tool house ready to move to Ashmore. Worked on auto platform. Gloomy day. Considerable fog. Joe Tripp went home sick.\" 1939 \"…..July 6th, A. M. Rain. No work. Ate early dinner and went to work at 12 noon. Partly cloudy warm. Bridge 219 train #23 struck a truck east of Paris and killed 4 month old baby, 4 year old boy, 18 year old boy…….September 16th, Mam and I took Milky and Jean to Foust Park Zoo St. Louis and spent the day. Left on train #27 at 4:05 A.M. Got back on train #38 at 9:30 P.M. Too tired and sleepy little girls. Mam and I were tired too…..October 6th, Put on new danglers on bridge 148 P.M. Loaded up and got ready for the camp cars to mover to Brooklyn. Ike came home with cook in his car. Fair and warm…..November 11th, At home all day. Did as little as possible. Listened to Armistice day talks over radio. A.M. sun shines bright but after became hazy and partly cloudy. Charley and Kathleen were here today and kiddies too…..\" 1940 \"…..February 4th, Mam and I went to church in A.M. Bro. Siferd and wife came home with us for dinner. Went back again at night. Jean has tonsillitis so they did not go…..August 10th, Went to work at 6:30 A.M. cleaned up shed to put washing machine in. Pastor and wife took dinner with us. P.M. mama and I went to Miners picnic. Took ride on Farris wheel. Stayed on the grounds about 45 minutes and came back with K and kiddies……September 3rd, Bridge 272, broke concrete. I went to visit one of my old school masters here in Charleston. ________(I can't quite make out the name). I had not seen her for 47 years. I stayed about 1 ½ hour and answered 100 questions about folks back on Pleasant Ridge…..\" 1941 \"…..May 25th, Mam, Jean, Cecil and I went to S.S. Jean came home with Mary Hugh. Mam and I stayed for church P.M. Cecil and I went to view corpse of Mr. Bradshaw at Gillin funeral home. Mildred Seavy and her mother called on up awhile Sunday eve. Mickey is worse with mumps. Jean looked awfully tired and pale…..July 25th To car house 117. Finished and went to bridge 703. Got number to repair and took back in P.M. Came back loaded up motor and push car. Got ready to move to East St. Louis. Left Guard about midnight in freight train for East St. Louis. July 26th, Worked in blacksmith shop getting ready to transfer it in to an office. Arrived in East St. Louis about 6 A.M. I rode train #38 home, shaved and got ready to go to Robinson to the Bateman reunion. July 27th Got up at 1 A.M. Charlie and Wick took us up to depot and we started to Robinsons. Charley, Kathleen, kiddies and Wick, Vi and there kiddies started on their vacation. Zona brought mam, Jake and I home. Stayed all night with us. July 28th, Got up at 7 A.M. ate breakfast and all went over and took dinner with John and Low. After dinner we went to the Indiana to movie. Sam and John did not go. Drove out to Diming Park. Zona, Jake and I……September 9th, Gang worked on Wabash River bridge 190. I looked today as Floyd Cain's father-in-law died and he went home to attend the funeral…….\"","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","New York Central Railroad Company","East, Peter Isaac","English"],"unitid_tesim":["MS 00182","/repositories/2/resources/1457"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Peter Isaac East Diaries"],"collection_title_tesim":["Peter Isaac East Diaries"],"collection_ssim":["Peter Isaac East Diaries"],"repository_ssm":["College of William and Mary"],"repository_ssim":["College of William and Mary"],"geogname_ssm":["Indiana--Social life and customs--20th century"],"geogname_ssim":["Indiana--Social life and customs--20th century"],"creator_ssm":["East, Peter Isaac"],"creator_ssim":["East, Peter Isaac"],"creator_persname_ssim":["East, Peter Isaac"],"creators_ssim":["East, Peter Isaac"],"places_ssim":["Indiana--Social life and customs--20th century"],"access_terms_ssm":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"access_subjects_ssim":["Railroads--Employees","Railroads--United States","Diaries"],"access_subjects_ssm":["Railroads--Employees","Railroads--United States","Diaries"],"has_online_content_ssim":["false"],"extent_ssm":["0.50 Linear Feet"],"extent_tesim":["0.50 Linear Feet"],"genreform_ssim":["Diaries"],"date_range_isim":[1937,1938,1939,1940,1941],"accessrestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCollection is open to all researchers. 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Primarily includes entries related to his work for the New York Central Railroad Company.  For more detailed description provided by the seller, click on the Finding Aid link below.","These excerpts were provided by the seller and has not been verified. 1937 \"….January 20th, A.M. Rain no work. Lura and I were married 36 years ago today and I am going home to celebrate. P.M. Rained about all day. Returned to Mattoon on #3.….April 16th, Cleaned up shop, lumber, old iron and put in place. Put up 2 rafters at west end of lumber shed. Built doors for blacksmith shop….June 27th, At home to church in morning. P.M. to 4th Ave. Methodist Church to the wedding of Jerry Clark and Anna Meloy. Back to Paris on train #31.…..July 27th, 6 hrs. on overhead bridge east edge of town. 2 hrs on cutting tin for saddle board for freight house. Fair and warmer…..September 6th, Mam and I rode train #27 to St. Louis. Got off at Washington Ave. and walked out on East Bridge. Came back and ate breakfast then rode street car to Foust and Park Zoo and spent the day. Came back and rode train #38 home and I rode train #27 back to Mattoon…..October 3rd, Ate breakfast with Jim and Roma and walked down to Jake's house. Ate dinner with them. After dinner Jake, Dick, Cleo started to Ralph's. Picked Ralph East up at the George Morin place going to the C. C. C. camp. Arrived at Rachel's at 4 P.M. Found her just alive. Ate supper there. Stayed all night. October 4th, Rachel died at 7:30 A.M. I went with Stanley, Tom, Davis and Keifer to Paoli to the undertakers. P.M. went over to Ernest and Anna's. Back home. Rainy partly fair…..December 27th, To Kansas and got old tool house ready to move to Ashmore. Worked on auto platform. Gloomy day. Considerable fog. Joe Tripp went home sick.\" 1939 \"…..July 6th, A. M. Rain. No work. Ate early dinner and went to work at 12 noon. Partly cloudy warm. Bridge 219 train #23 struck a truck east of Paris and killed 4 month old baby, 4 year old boy, 18 year old boy…….September 16th, Mam and I took Milky and Jean to Foust Park Zoo St. Louis and spent the day. Left on train #27 at 4:05 A.M. Got back on train #38 at 9:30 P.M. Too tired and sleepy little girls. Mam and I were tired too…..October 6th, Put on new danglers on bridge 148 P.M. Loaded up and got ready for the camp cars to mover to Brooklyn. Ike came home with cook in his car. Fair and warm…..November 11th, At home all day. Did as little as possible. Listened to Armistice day talks over radio. A.M. sun shines bright but after became hazy and partly cloudy. Charley and Kathleen were here today and kiddies too…..\" 1940 \"…..February 4th, Mam and I went to church in A.M. Bro. Siferd and wife came home with us for dinner. Went back again at night. Jean has tonsillitis so they did not go…..August 10th, Went to work at 6:30 A.M. cleaned up shed to put washing machine in. Pastor and wife took dinner with us. P.M. mama and I went to Miners picnic. Took ride on Farris wheel. Stayed on the grounds about 45 minutes and came back with K and kiddies……September 3rd, Bridge 272, broke concrete. I went to visit one of my old school masters here in Charleston. ________(I can't quite make out the name). I had not seen her for 47 years. I stayed about 1 ½ hour and answered 100 questions about folks back on Pleasant Ridge…..\" 1941 \"…..May 25th, Mam, Jean, Cecil and I went to S.S. Jean came home with Mary Hugh. Mam and I stayed for church P.M. Cecil and I went to view corpse of Mr. Bradshaw at Gillin funeral home. Mildred Seavy and her mother called on up awhile Sunday eve. Mickey is worse with mumps. Jean looked awfully tired and pale…..July 25th To car house 117. Finished and went to bridge 703. Got number to repair and took back in P.M. Came back loaded up motor and push car. Got ready to move to East St. Louis. Left Guard about midnight in freight train for East St. Louis. July 26th, Worked in blacksmith shop getting ready to transfer it in to an office. Arrived in East St. Louis about 6 A.M. I rode train #38 home, shaved and got ready to go to Robinson to the Bateman reunion. July 27th Got up at 1 A.M. Charlie and Wick took us up to depot and we started to Robinsons. Charley, Kathleen, kiddies and Wick, Vi and there kiddies started on their vacation. Zona brought mam, Jake and I home. Stayed all night with us. July 28th, Got up at 7 A.M. ate breakfast and all went over and took dinner with John and Low. After dinner we went to the Indiana to movie. Sam and John did not go. Drove out to Diming Park. Zona, Jake and I……September 9th, Gang worked on Wabash River bridge 190. 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Came back and ate breakfast then rode street car to Foust and Park Zoo and spent the day. Came back and rode train #38 home and I rode train #27 back to Mattoon…..October 3rd, Ate breakfast with Jim and Roma and walked down to Jake's house. Ate dinner with them. After dinner Jake, Dick, Cleo started to Ralph's. Picked Ralph East up at the George Morin place going to the C. C. C. camp. Arrived at Rachel's at 4 P.M. Found her just alive. Ate supper there. Stayed all night. October 4th, Rachel died at 7:30 A.M. I went with Stanley, Tom, Davis and Keifer to Paoli to the undertakers. P.M. went over to Ernest and Anna's. Back home. Rainy partly fair…..December 27th, To Kansas and got old tool house ready to move to Ashmore. Worked on auto platform. Gloomy day. Considerable fog. Joe Tripp went home sick.\" 1939 \"…..July 6th, A. M. Rain. No work. Ate early dinner and went to work at 12 noon. Partly cloudy warm. Bridge 219 train #23 struck a truck east of Paris and killed 4 month old baby, 4 year old boy, 18 year old boy…….September 16th, Mam and I took Milky and Jean to Foust Park Zoo St. Louis and spent the day. Left on train #27 at 4:05 A.M. Got back on train #38 at 9:30 P.M. Too tired and sleepy little girls. Mam and I were tired too…..October 6th, Put on new danglers on bridge 148 P.M. Loaded up and got ready for the camp cars to mover to Brooklyn. Ike came home with cook in his car. Fair and warm…..November 11th, At home all day. Did as little as possible. Listened to Armistice day talks over radio. A.M. sun shines bright but after became hazy and partly cloudy. Charley and Kathleen were here today and kiddies too…..\" 1940 \"…..February 4th, Mam and I went to church in A.M. Bro. Siferd and wife came home with us for dinner. Went back again at night. Jean has tonsillitis so they did not go…..August 10th, Went to work at 6:30 A.M. cleaned up shed to put washing machine in. Pastor and wife took dinner with us. P.M. mama and I went to Miners picnic. Took ride on Farris wheel. Stayed on the grounds about 45 minutes and came back with K and kiddies……September 3rd, Bridge 272, broke concrete. I went to visit one of my old school masters here in Charleston. ________(I can't quite make out the name). I had not seen her for 47 years. I stayed about 1 ½ hour and answered 100 questions about folks back on Pleasant Ridge…..\" 1941 \"…..May 25th, Mam, Jean, Cecil and I went to S.S. Jean came home with Mary Hugh. Mam and I stayed for church P.M. Cecil and I went to view corpse of Mr. Bradshaw at Gillin funeral home. Mildred Seavy and her mother called on up awhile Sunday eve. Mickey is worse with mumps. Jean looked awfully tired and pale…..July 25th To car house 117. Finished and went to bridge 703. Got number to repair and took back in P.M. Came back loaded up motor and push car. Got ready to move to East St. Louis. 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Came back and ate breakfast then rode street car to Foust and Park Zoo and spent the day. Came back and rode train #38 home and I rode train #27 back to Mattoon…..October 3rd, Ate breakfast with Jim and Roma and walked down to Jake's house. Ate dinner with them. After dinner Jake, Dick, Cleo started to Ralph's. Picked Ralph East up at the George Morin place going to the C. C. C. camp. Arrived at Rachel's at 4 P.M. Found her just alive. Ate supper there. Stayed all night. October 4th, Rachel died at 7:30 A.M. I went with Stanley, Tom, Davis and Keifer to Paoli to the undertakers. P.M. went over to Ernest and Anna's. Back home. Rainy partly fair…..December 27th, To Kansas and got old tool house ready to move to Ashmore. Worked on auto platform. Gloomy day. Considerable fog. Joe Tripp went home sick.\" 1939 \"…..July 6th, A. M. Rain. No work. Ate early dinner and went to work at 12 noon. Partly cloudy warm. Bridge 219 train #23 struck a truck east of Paris and killed 4 month old baby, 4 year old boy, 18 year old boy…….September 16th, Mam and I took Milky and Jean to Foust Park Zoo St. Louis and spent the day. Left on train #27 at 4:05 A.M. Got back on train #38 at 9:30 P.M. Too tired and sleepy little girls. Mam and I were tired too…..October 6th, Put on new danglers on bridge 148 P.M. Loaded up and got ready for the camp cars to mover to Brooklyn. Ike came home with cook in his car. Fair and warm…..November 11th, At home all day. Did as little as possible. Listened to Armistice day talks over radio. A.M. sun shines bright but after became hazy and partly cloudy. Charley and Kathleen were here today and kiddies too…..\" 1940 \"…..February 4th, Mam and I went to church in A.M. Bro. Siferd and wife came home with us for dinner. Went back again at night. Jean has tonsillitis so they did not go…..August 10th, Went to work at 6:30 A.M. cleaned up shed to put washing machine in. Pastor and wife took dinner with us. P.M. mama and I went to Miners picnic. Took ride on Farris wheel. Stayed on the grounds about 45 minutes and came back with K and kiddies……September 3rd, Bridge 272, broke concrete. I went to visit one of my old school masters here in Charleston. ________(I can't quite make out the name). I had not seen her for 47 years. I stayed about 1 ½ hour and answered 100 questions about folks back on Pleasant Ridge…..\" 1941 \"…..May 25th, Mam, Jean, Cecil and I went to S.S. Jean came home with Mary Hugh. Mam and I stayed for church P.M. Cecil and I went to view corpse of Mr. Bradshaw at Gillin funeral home. Mildred Seavy and her mother called on up awhile Sunday eve. Mickey is worse with mumps. Jean looked awfully tired and pale…..July 25th To car house 117. Finished and went to bridge 703. Got number to repair and took back in P.M. Came back loaded up motor and push car. Got ready to move to East St. Louis. Left Guard about midnight in freight train for East St. Louis. July 26th, Worked in blacksmith shop getting ready to transfer it in to an office. Arrived in East St. Louis about 6 A.M. I rode train #38 home, shaved and got ready to go to Robinson to the Bateman reunion. July 27th Got up at 1 A.M. Charlie and Wick took us up to depot and we started to Robinsons. Charley, Kathleen, kiddies and Wick, Vi and there kiddies started on their vacation. Zona brought mam, Jake and I home. Stayed all night with us. July 28th, Got up at 7 A.M. ate breakfast and all went over and took dinner with John and Low. After dinner we went to the Indiana to movie. Sam and John did not go. Drove out to Diming Park. Zona, Jake and I……September 9th, Gang worked on Wabash River bridge 190. 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Pastor and wife took dinner with us. P.M. mama and I went to Miners picnic. Took ride on Farris wheel. Stayed on the grounds about 45 minutes and came back with K and kiddies……September 3rd, Bridge 272, broke concrete. I went to visit one of my old school masters here in Charleston. ________(I can't quite make out the name). I had not seen her for 47 years. I stayed about 1 ½ hour and answered 100 questions about folks back on Pleasant Ridge…..\" 1941 \"…..May 25th, Mam, Jean, Cecil and I went to S.S. Jean came home with Mary Hugh. Mam and I stayed for church P.M. Cecil and I went to view corpse of Mr. Bradshaw at Gillin funeral home. Mildred Seavy and her mother called on up awhile Sunday eve. Mickey is worse with mumps. Jean looked awfully tired and pale…..July 25th To car house 117. Finished and went to bridge 703. Got number to repair and took back in P.M. Came back loaded up motor and push car. Got ready to move to East St. Louis. 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