February 24, 1927

Dearest of Girls:

Your letter indicates your big dilemma. It seems to me we ought by all means please your mother - but she cannot expect to overdo. She of course thinks that she can have a big afair for her baby, but it's a physical impossibility for her to make "heap big fuss", as you know. I can see why she would want you to be married at home, and think myself it would be very nice. But still, I want my girl to "feel married", and she says she wouldn't if the home preacher officiates.

Ross, when he was in Ohio, probably obtained a license from the probate court of his county authorizing him ton perform ceremonies. That being the case, he must merely present his license to the probate court of Van Wert County, for registration there. Or if he has never taken out an Ohio license, he is eligible under the statutes as I read them to procure such a license.  The only difficulty in securing Ross, as I see it will be in getting a date on which he can be with us. The Ky. statute will let us get a license there. It doesn't matter where - just so I get you. That's the way I feel. (And I'd take you even in gold.) I wrote to Ira S., and you should hear from him in a few days. When the rings come, you will be able to make your choice. If you insist on me seeing them too, I'll be willing but not enthusiastic, because I want you to be pleased, regardless of my opinion.

Have you sold that darned store yet? You had better get a good offer and let it go, or I'll think you don't mean Easter of before. My sweetheart, I sometimes doubt if I can wait until Easter, but I will of course. When we have to wait for things we want, we ought appreciate them more.  I'm sure that I'm going to love you more and more as we go along together. You have been so wonderful to me that I know I'm the luckiest of men. And after the first 100 years, you will have become used to me, and will not mind so much having me around.

I'm sorry, I do not have a trunk. If Russ will lend his, we'll use it, and someday when we make a trip (if - when - as) - we'll have to get one. I thought we were plentifully supplied with luggage - but it begins to look as though I've overlooked one bit.  I think that Homer has a small overseas trunk or two around somewhere, and if you like, I'll borrow it. Turnabout is fair play. He borrowed my suitcase and travelling bag when he married.

I had a big day yesterday - but am loafing a little today. So your letter leaves a little earlier than it would have done.

Keep sweet for me - and try to love me a little more.

Andy