My own:
I've a very bad fever working on me now- so you'll pardon me if I rave a little in this note. My fever did not come on me suddenly, but it is getting worse each minute. It's the fever to see you again. And since the urge will not leave me, I know, I'm planning on making another week end trip. I have almost persuaded mother to postpone her visit until late this week, with my plea that then I'll come up to get her. I must see you. I wander around here and wherever I go I see couples - oh gosh! how lonesome it makes me feel.
And your very good friend Elsie is still speaking of wonders of the world. She tells everyone she sees of our engagement, and how you have a niece older than yourself, and how I have had the ring for a very long time trying to put it on somebody (and at last have succeeded). More fun than a Sennett Comedy, I guess from what I hear.
By the way, do you remember the book she gave me when I graduated? And the sweet writing in it? Grrr-rrr-grrrrr. She's due for a swift kick - I hope she gets it.
Do you care if I dream about you? If I long to have you hear with me? If I pray that you'll dispose of the store in time? If I wish that April preceded March?
Bexley's waiting for you, young lady - but hang Bexley - so am I. There! No more trying to tell you how I love you. I'll try to show you when I see you - I hope next Saturday.
Andy
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Saturday, March 7, 2015
Sunday, September 14, 2014
February 4, 1927
My sweetheart,
Your sweet letters are a wonderful inspiration to me. Each time one arrives, I am more convinced than ever that you do care. And each time I think of the job ahead of me to live and act so as to always deserve your love. I try to appreciate all that a girl gives up for the man she loves, and how much of a sacrifice she makes when she leaves family and friends for a "gamble". God willing, I want to do and be that which would give you no cause in the future, to regret that out of all the men you know, you saw fit to take me for your husband. I know that you will do your part, and I see no reason why we cannot be the happiest of mortals.
One of the men from the station was out Sunday with his wife. She doesn't think I ought marry yet. She does not believe in early marriage and she therefore says, "you ought to wait until you're 25 at least." Now do I look so young as all that? We had a good laugh at her expense, but I'm so bull headed that I'll propose to you the next time I see you. Of course I still insist that you asked me. Why shouldn't I; I have the proof. You should have been more careful that there were not so many present when you did the act. I was so embarrassed, I couldn't say no (and I wouldn't, either!)
If Mother comes up that way with Dad - I guess she'll let you know when she'll see you. Of course it was her intention to go to Mother Veach for a day or so's visit. I am myself beginning to look for some excuse to go to Lima, and one of these days, I'll find it. I hate so much though to impose on Sue always. It does not seem fair. (If the roads are impassible though, I'll have to do it, to see you.)
Of course this year of all of them, Easter has to be late. If I could muster enough votes in the legislature, I'd pass a law requiring Easter to move up some weeks. Then what would you do to hold me off?
I am sending under separate cover a book which I think you'll like. One of the girls at the office let me read it sometime ago. It is a book of travel, and it gives me the wanderlust. But you and I will postpone our distant travels until we are beter able to make long trips. (and maybe by that time, we'll have three or four in the party, instead of just two. What about that?)
I am supposed to be working now - but it's not work to talk to you. I love you, I want you. And when I get you, I'll want to keep you - always.
Andy
Your sweet letters are a wonderful inspiration to me. Each time one arrives, I am more convinced than ever that you do care. And each time I think of the job ahead of me to live and act so as to always deserve your love. I try to appreciate all that a girl gives up for the man she loves, and how much of a sacrifice she makes when she leaves family and friends for a "gamble". God willing, I want to do and be that which would give you no cause in the future, to regret that out of all the men you know, you saw fit to take me for your husband. I know that you will do your part, and I see no reason why we cannot be the happiest of mortals.
One of the men from the station was out Sunday with his wife. She doesn't think I ought marry yet. She does not believe in early marriage and she therefore says, "you ought to wait until you're 25 at least." Now do I look so young as all that? We had a good laugh at her expense, but I'm so bull headed that I'll propose to you the next time I see you. Of course I still insist that you asked me. Why shouldn't I; I have the proof. You should have been more careful that there were not so many present when you did the act. I was so embarrassed, I couldn't say no (and I wouldn't, either!)
If Mother comes up that way with Dad - I guess she'll let you know when she'll see you. Of course it was her intention to go to Mother Veach for a day or so's visit. I am myself beginning to look for some excuse to go to Lima, and one of these days, I'll find it. I hate so much though to impose on Sue always. It does not seem fair. (If the roads are impassible though, I'll have to do it, to see you.)
Of course this year of all of them, Easter has to be late. If I could muster enough votes in the legislature, I'd pass a law requiring Easter to move up some weeks. Then what would you do to hold me off?
I am sending under separate cover a book which I think you'll like. One of the girls at the office let me read it sometime ago. It is a book of travel, and it gives me the wanderlust. But you and I will postpone our distant travels until we are beter able to make long trips. (and maybe by that time, we'll have three or four in the party, instead of just two. What about that?)
I am supposed to be working now - but it's not work to talk to you. I love you, I want you. And when I get you, I'll want to keep you - always.
Andy
Thursday, August 7, 2014
January 31, 1927
Dearest,
Billy is out of luck. But his loss is my gain, or rather, my double gain. For I get you, and him, too. He's a good little kid. I don't know what he'll do for a while when you do leave. And I guess you are going to leave him, aren't you? I'm still receiving "congrats" as the news s[reads. So you see -you must be in high favor here. And to all inquirers, I reply, "Easter or before".
And with the good wishes, I'm still taking a lot of teasing, that rolls off me like water off etc. Dad still threatens to read all my letters - but never does.
Dad has to go to Ft. W. probably next week, and if he does, mother will ride along up. As for me, I'll find some way to get there again soon. Mr. Knepper accuses me of trying to find all kinds of excuses to get to Lima. (Then he adds in a little less severely, "Not that I blame you for that")
I have not worked very hard for a week or so. I had looked for a number of accident claims over the icy spell, but they failed to materialize. I find that they come in when least expected. Apparently the companies have been satisfied to date with my settlements, some of which have been very lucky ones; I'm hoping that I can continue to get by with reasonable success. I have not had any really serious accidents to worry me. My worst probably was the case of a man run down by a truck. He was very fair and disposed to settle reasonably, so that I was lucky with him. Most of the world apparently is trying to be honest. I have had only one mean man to deal with. At least three times I was ripping mad at him, and once I picked up my case and started out of his home. He came to terms - at my figure, which was very fair to him. However he just knew I was out to hurt him - so what could I do?
I'm sorry now I did not marry you on Jan. 1. It has been a long 30 days since then. And it's a long time yet to "Easter or before". One of these days though, you will be mine, so I'll try to be patient. I have gotten so that I wonder what next you will tell me. First you had blood poison and it has now come down to a mashed thumb. I'm beginning to believe, as I told mother tonight, that you need someone to take care of you. You be darn careful whom you're hitting with your hammer. I won't stand for anyone abusing my girl.
I hope that Boots' brother is now completely reconciled. What led up to his learning the truth?
You can tell Billy that I have decided to relent a little. He can be married to you until "Easter or before", but then I get you absolutely. Otherwise 'll not play.
I can't help it - I love you
Andy
Billy is out of luck. But his loss is my gain, or rather, my double gain. For I get you, and him, too. He's a good little kid. I don't know what he'll do for a while when you do leave. And I guess you are going to leave him, aren't you? I'm still receiving "congrats" as the news s[reads. So you see -you must be in high favor here. And to all inquirers, I reply, "Easter or before".
And with the good wishes, I'm still taking a lot of teasing, that rolls off me like water off etc. Dad still threatens to read all my letters - but never does.
Dad has to go to Ft. W. probably next week, and if he does, mother will ride along up. As for me, I'll find some way to get there again soon. Mr. Knepper accuses me of trying to find all kinds of excuses to get to Lima. (Then he adds in a little less severely, "Not that I blame you for that")
I have not worked very hard for a week or so. I had looked for a number of accident claims over the icy spell, but they failed to materialize. I find that they come in when least expected. Apparently the companies have been satisfied to date with my settlements, some of which have been very lucky ones; I'm hoping that I can continue to get by with reasonable success. I have not had any really serious accidents to worry me. My worst probably was the case of a man run down by a truck. He was very fair and disposed to settle reasonably, so that I was lucky with him. Most of the world apparently is trying to be honest. I have had only one mean man to deal with. At least three times I was ripping mad at him, and once I picked up my case and started out of his home. He came to terms - at my figure, which was very fair to him. However he just knew I was out to hurt him - so what could I do?
I'm sorry now I did not marry you on Jan. 1. It has been a long 30 days since then. And it's a long time yet to "Easter or before". One of these days though, you will be mine, so I'll try to be patient. I have gotten so that I wonder what next you will tell me. First you had blood poison and it has now come down to a mashed thumb. I'm beginning to believe, as I told mother tonight, that you need someone to take care of you. You be darn careful whom you're hitting with your hammer. I won't stand for anyone abusing my girl.
I hope that Boots' brother is now completely reconciled. What led up to his learning the truth?
You can tell Billy that I have decided to relent a little. He can be married to you until "Easter or before", but then I get you absolutely. Otherwise 'll not play.
I can't help it - I love you
Andy
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
January 28, 1927 (Dottie to Andy)
Sweetheart:
Hurrah! for Elsie. How I would love to have been there to walk in with you last eve. She sure is a pain if anybody is. Honey I know that I never talked to you like she does before you "asked me to marry you" (I mean that you asked me too), did I?
Billie pulled another one to-day. Guess you'll have to watch him. He said "Mother when will I get married?" She answered "Well when you grow up and find a girl you really love." After considering the matter a while he said "Well I believe I'll marry Aunt Dottie." So that's that. He hasn't asked me yet tho.
My cold has gone completely. Please don't blame yourself on being the cause of my catching it. I think I got it from the rest of the gang at the store. Don't forget I want you to come whenever possible. Late hours once in a while won't hurt me a bit, I know. Gee it's worth an awful lot to me.
I was just a little awkward at the store to-day. I was breaking some chocolate coating with my hammer and hit my thumb on the left hand, consequently mashing it. Don't feel very good yet. Besides that everything is O.K.
Wish you were going to be here to-morrow dear. I'm getting lonesome for you. "It won't be long now tho".
All yours
Dot
Hurrah! for Elsie. How I would love to have been there to walk in with you last eve. She sure is a pain if anybody is. Honey I know that I never talked to you like she does before you "asked me to marry you" (I mean that you asked me too), did I?
Billie pulled another one to-day. Guess you'll have to watch him. He said "Mother when will I get married?" She answered "Well when you grow up and find a girl you really love." After considering the matter a while he said "Well I believe I'll marry Aunt Dottie." So that's that. He hasn't asked me yet tho.
My cold has gone completely. Please don't blame yourself on being the cause of my catching it. I think I got it from the rest of the gang at the store. Don't forget I want you to come whenever possible. Late hours once in a while won't hurt me a bit, I know. Gee it's worth an awful lot to me.
I was just a little awkward at the store to-day. I was breaking some chocolate coating with my hammer and hit my thumb on the left hand, consequently mashing it. Don't feel very good yet. Besides that everything is O.K.
Wish you were going to be here to-morrow dear. I'm getting lonesome for you. "It won't be long now tho".
All yours
Dot
Monday, July 14, 2014
January 27, 1927
Dearest:
Too good to keep! This evening, I phoned home to tell the folks that I'd be delayed a little. Dad answered and said, "Elsie's here." And she was - in full bloom - for supper. And when I came in, it was to outstretched arms, and the words "Hello, sweetheart." Now wasn't that just too sweet? If I had had you there for just a minute, I would have squeezed you so hard - . As we sat down at the table, she piped up, "I heard you were engaged." And I said, "I am, as tightly as possible." And as soon as it was convenient, I hied myself back to the office, (where I need not be at all, tonight). But I had to tell you about the fun before I slept. Oh, I tried to be pleasant, but my patience with the young lady is becoming rapidly exhausted. She promises to dance at my wedding. She will like - hot mush.
I'm glad you were feeling better when you wrote last. That was a tough break for the couple who were killed. I'll do my darndest to avoid stopping any trains before Easter. That bunch of crossing on the road from Lima to M.P. are the worst I have seen in so short a stretch. I suppose you read of the bus crash here. I had to attend the funeral of one of the victims last Sunday. My lodge conducted the Masonic service.
I have not worked as hard this week as last, but we have been up late almost every night. Tues. evening we entertained an old Cinti. playmate - last night we stayed up to keep a good fire - for the cold snap. Tonight it will be 10:00 before I get home.
Louisville is OK with me -or Lima - or M.P. - or Oshkosh. Wherever it happens, I'll be getting you and that's what counts with me. Besides, all of those places have twin beds, so you'll be comfortable. I would like to get off somewhere for a day or two, where just we two can be together. "No friends or relations"....of course, since I will have been here for so short a time, I will not feel like taking an extended holiday so soon. But I am sure that I can take a little time off to get acquainted with my wife. (No that belongs in capital letters - WIFE.)
Why you love me, I don't know. But I am satisfied that you do, and happy in knowing it. And really I'm glad you proposed. I never would have had courage to do it, even tho I do love you. I'm not sure, after thinking it over, but that Russ put you up to the act. He's so darned innocent. I'm wondering what it's all about, but still loving you.
Andy
It's a pleasure to be tied when one's tied to you
Too good to keep! This evening, I phoned home to tell the folks that I'd be delayed a little. Dad answered and said, "Elsie's here." And she was - in full bloom - for supper. And when I came in, it was to outstretched arms, and the words "Hello, sweetheart." Now wasn't that just too sweet? If I had had you there for just a minute, I would have squeezed you so hard - . As we sat down at the table, she piped up, "I heard you were engaged." And I said, "I am, as tightly as possible." And as soon as it was convenient, I hied myself back to the office, (where I need not be at all, tonight). But I had to tell you about the fun before I slept. Oh, I tried to be pleasant, but my patience with the young lady is becoming rapidly exhausted. She promises to dance at my wedding. She will like - hot mush.
I'm glad you were feeling better when you wrote last. That was a tough break for the couple who were killed. I'll do my darndest to avoid stopping any trains before Easter. That bunch of crossing on the road from Lima to M.P. are the worst I have seen in so short a stretch. I suppose you read of the bus crash here. I had to attend the funeral of one of the victims last Sunday. My lodge conducted the Masonic service.
I have not worked as hard this week as last, but we have been up late almost every night. Tues. evening we entertained an old Cinti. playmate - last night we stayed up to keep a good fire - for the cold snap. Tonight it will be 10:00 before I get home.
Louisville is OK with me -or Lima - or M.P. - or Oshkosh. Wherever it happens, I'll be getting you and that's what counts with me. Besides, all of those places have twin beds, so you'll be comfortable. I would like to get off somewhere for a day or two, where just we two can be together. "No friends or relations"....of course, since I will have been here for so short a time, I will not feel like taking an extended holiday so soon. But I am sure that I can take a little time off to get acquainted with my wife. (No that belongs in capital letters - WIFE.)
Why you love me, I don't know. But I am satisfied that you do, and happy in knowing it. And really I'm glad you proposed. I never would have had courage to do it, even tho I do love you. I'm not sure, after thinking it over, but that Russ put you up to the act. He's so darned innocent. I'm wondering what it's all about, but still loving you.
Andy
It's a pleasure to be tied when one's tied to you
Sunday, July 6, 2014
January 25, 1927
Li'l Sweetheart:
Gee! It is a long time until Easter. And its been a long time since I saw you. I guess its well that I don't see you oftener, though, because each time that I come to Lima, I keep you up so long that you are made ill within a few days. Are you well again? I'll have to blame that cold on the trip to M.P.
You may tell Russ that I'll be glad to help in any way I can to get his car fixed up. I'm glad no one was hurt and I expect all of you are, too.
I'm beginning to sympathize with Bob. Its strange how news travels. Everyone in the Church, I think, has come to me with congratulations. I'm beginning to realize what a lucky chap I am. Fear is in my heart, though, lest when you know me better, you'll find that I won't do. Please be patient with me, and I'll try to satisfy you.
I don't know of a thing worse to wish for you, than that you'll have to spend a hundred years with me.
Last night, mother and I attended a meeting of the new Bexley Improvement association. And what a lot of windy speeches we heard! We are liking Bexley as a place to live, and I'm sure that you will, too. I sleep like a top, and the air is fine - no noise - little dust - only you are needed to make it perfect.
More and more I've come to realize what a hard pull the young lawyer, starting alone, must have. I'm getting little business for myself - so little that I could not live if I were dependent on it alone. And my acquaintance in Cols. is not small. But of course I'm not expected to bring in a large volume of business. And I see that Ted does not bring in much either, so that there is no reason to feel discouraged.
I have gotten so that I hate almost to go anywhere. I see young couples coming in together, and I must walk in alone. I want you with me. Lets go and go faster.
I love you, dearest, more than I can tell you. Without you, I'm lost. I'll be happy when you're with me - to stay.
Andy
Gee! It is a long time until Easter. And its been a long time since I saw you. I guess its well that I don't see you oftener, though, because each time that I come to Lima, I keep you up so long that you are made ill within a few days. Are you well again? I'll have to blame that cold on the trip to M.P.
You may tell Russ that I'll be glad to help in any way I can to get his car fixed up. I'm glad no one was hurt and I expect all of you are, too.
I'm beginning to sympathize with Bob. Its strange how news travels. Everyone in the Church, I think, has come to me with congratulations. I'm beginning to realize what a lucky chap I am. Fear is in my heart, though, lest when you know me better, you'll find that I won't do. Please be patient with me, and I'll try to satisfy you.
I don't know of a thing worse to wish for you, than that you'll have to spend a hundred years with me.
Last night, mother and I attended a meeting of the new Bexley Improvement association. And what a lot of windy speeches we heard! We are liking Bexley as a place to live, and I'm sure that you will, too. I sleep like a top, and the air is fine - no noise - little dust - only you are needed to make it perfect.
More and more I've come to realize what a hard pull the young lawyer, starting alone, must have. I'm getting little business for myself - so little that I could not live if I were dependent on it alone. And my acquaintance in Cols. is not small. But of course I'm not expected to bring in a large volume of business. And I see that Ted does not bring in much either, so that there is no reason to feel discouraged.
I have gotten so that I hate almost to go anywhere. I see young couples coming in together, and I must walk in alone. I want you with me. Lets go and go faster.
I love you, dearest, more than I can tell you. Without you, I'm lost. I'll be happy when you're with me - to stay.
Andy
Thursday, July 3, 2014
January 23, 1927 (Dottie to Andy)
Honey, dear:
Just one week ago at this time I almost didn't get to kiss you goodbye. I caught you at it tho didn't I? Remember?
Cathleen and Bob came over with Russ last night and were here all night. We all went over home to-day. Ralph was there too. Honey, I wished for you so much and I still do. There's nothing just right any more without you. I love you dear and want you. Am I lonesome? Well, I guess!
There was another accident last night. An old girl friend of mine and her fiancé were struck by a Penna. train at the main crossing in M.P. and instantly killed. They were to be married Easter. Don't sound so good does it?
Honey, dear, the more I think about it the more I feel that it would be the best thing if we would be married in Louisville. We won't need to stay any longer than we care to! Course there's a lot of time yet to finish our plans. We'll talk it over some more next time you come.
The folks at the store are all anxious to know when it's all going to happen but I'm not telling. I told Boots' brother yesterday that I wasn't going to be his sister-in-law. He just couldn't getg over it. Quite disappointed. Finally he ended up by saying "Oh well I thot Boots was too dumb for you anyway". Quite a compliment to cast upon his brother, don't you think?
Don't think I'm lazy, Andy - but if you're not able to make all this letter out it's because I'm writing it in bed. I just couldn't sleep, until I talked to you a little.
In the morning at eight, I go to the dentist again. Two fillings, a porcelain and a silver. Dread it just a little. I may take gas, if it hurts too badly, for the porcelain.
"Night dear"
Your Dot
PS - I feel fine again, my cold's almost gone.
Just one week ago at this time I almost didn't get to kiss you goodbye. I caught you at it tho didn't I? Remember?
Cathleen and Bob came over with Russ last night and were here all night. We all went over home to-day. Ralph was there too. Honey, I wished for you so much and I still do. There's nothing just right any more without you. I love you dear and want you. Am I lonesome? Well, I guess!
There was another accident last night. An old girl friend of mine and her fiancé were struck by a Penna. train at the main crossing in M.P. and instantly killed. They were to be married Easter. Don't sound so good does it?
Honey, dear, the more I think about it the more I feel that it would be the best thing if we would be married in Louisville. We won't need to stay any longer than we care to! Course there's a lot of time yet to finish our plans. We'll talk it over some more next time you come.
The folks at the store are all anxious to know when it's all going to happen but I'm not telling. I told Boots' brother yesterday that I wasn't going to be his sister-in-law. He just couldn't getg over it. Quite disappointed. Finally he ended up by saying "Oh well I thot Boots was too dumb for you anyway". Quite a compliment to cast upon his brother, don't you think?
Don't think I'm lazy, Andy - but if you're not able to make all this letter out it's because I'm writing it in bed. I just couldn't sleep, until I talked to you a little.
In the morning at eight, I go to the dentist again. Two fillings, a porcelain and a silver. Dread it just a little. I may take gas, if it hurts too badly, for the porcelain.
"Night dear"
Your Dot
PS - I feel fine again, my cold's almost gone.
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