Diary
of M. Edith Raff
(as transcribed by
Elaine Rathmann,
Granddaughter)
1911 Friday, September 1, 1911
Mr. Roland, Principal of Jackson School died at 11 A. M. His death was
very sudden; he was down town Wed. Saturday, September 2, 1911
Gen’l Teachers Meeting at 4 P. M. held at High School. Service held at
Roland’s before taking body to Bloomfield for burial. O.W.M. and Ice-Cream
after banking hours. Labor Day--Monday, September
4, 1911
Went down town with Mrs. Bond and children to view parade which consisted
mainly of Button Workers, 2000 strong. (Men and women.)
Spent the afternoon and evening working for my school. Hard storm in the
afternoon, which delayed but did not prevent the balloon ascension at the Fair
Grounds. Tuesday, September 5, 1911
School again. Holding the Fort at Jackson with 58 strong. Seating
capacity 54. Attended Association Meeting at church in evening. Heard Dr. Roland
in a very dry discourse. Dr. and Mrs. Roland our guests during Meetings. Wednesday, September 6, 1911
Rain and wind storm spoiled attendance at meeting this evening. Thursday, September 7, 1911
Transferred 10 youngsters to Washington. Dr. and Mrs. Roland left for
Davenport this evening. Saturday, September 9, 1911
Mrs. Bond and I went driving. Dandy behaves beautifully.[1]
Fine day. O.W.M. and I talk on the subject of “Friendship.”[2] Friday, September 15, 1911
Carl died at 7:45 this morning, after an 18 months illness.[3]
His brave fight for life was of no avail and he too has joined the “caravan”
which moves to that mysterious realm where each shall take his chamber in the
silent halls of Death. Saturday, September 16, 1911
“The sun rose bright o’erhead. Nothing in Nature’s aspect
intimated, That a noble soul was dead.” Sunday, September 17, 1911
Drove with Mrs. Moynahan to Illinois City where Carl’s funeral services
were conducted and burial made in the Illinois City Cemetary. Many went from
here. Floral offerings beautiful. Shall never forget the crude services in this
little country church, for the one who was such a tried and true friend these
many years. “But oh for the touch of a vanished hand and the sound of a voice
that is still.”
Warm for this time of year. Thursday, September 19, 1911
Mrs. Reeder took me for a delightful ride in their new auto. From 3:45 to
5:15. Friday, September 22, 1911
Mrs. Lane, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Whipple of Nabrara Neb. here for supper. Saturday, September 23, 1911
Bought new fall coat (blue) and also dress. O. W. here for short time
this evening. A year ago tonight (Friday) Carl spent the evening bringing
Bunte’s and gum. Dear old C. J. He never appeared on the scenes without some
kind of an offering. Sunday, September 24, 1911
B.Y.P.U. meeting took the form of a Memorial Service for Carl.[4] Mr. Horst told of his conversion and subsequent Christian life, Matthew Westrate spoke of him as a business man, Miss Shoemaker of his social life closing with the words “I am proud to be called a friend of Carl’s.” Mr. Smith a tribute to his exemplary Christian life in the church and outside. A number of others expressed their high opinion of him as a friend and Christian gentleman.
Carl well never again be seen in the church he loved so well, but his
cheery smile, kind word and handclasp will not soon be forgotten. Monday, September 25, 1911
Home Coming Week. Parker Carnival Co. in town Lincoln Beechy of Chicago renown makes two flights in his Aeroplane Tues. and Wed. Many visitors form surrounding small towns. Friday, September 29, 1911
Went with the Stockers to the Commercial Club rooms where we had a fine
view of the shows on the Haymarket. Could see every performance of the Aerial
show. Later went to the Muscatine Bank where we watched the people on the
“Merry-go-round” and “Ferris Wheel.” Saturday, October 14,1911
General Teachers Meeting at the High School. Dr. H. L. Husted gave a talk
on contagious diseases, Jessie Stinen sang and Sadie Gaines had a piano solo.
From 10:15 to 11 each department held its own meeting. Miss Braunwarth in charge
of the Primary. Tuesday, October 17, 1911
Went to Altiora and made invitations for Mothers Day to be held Oct. 20
at school. Invites are tinted autumn leaves and quite pretty. Wednesday, October 18, 1911
Went with bunch of girls to the A.-Muse-U. “Two Orphans” and the
“Star” scene. Friday, October 20, 1911
“Mothers Day” at school. Had about 3 dozen visitors in my room. At 4
o’clock a program was given in Miss Foley’s room lasting an hour. Dr. Little
spoke and there were several musical numbers.
In the evening went to Miss Barker’s where I met a few of the new High
School teachers who were invited to spend the evening at a Kensington. Ice-Cream
and frou-frous. Saturday, October 21, 1911
Went to the A-Muse-U in the P.M. with the Bonds. In the evening went to
see Mrs. Kern. Tuesday, October 24, 1911
Miss Hale entertained the Geneva Club.[5]
14 present. Spent very pleasant evening. Won 1st prize in guessing
contest. Delicious refreshments. Wednesday, October 25, 1911
Went to the A-Muse-U with Jessie Kopp.[6] Tuesday, October 31, 1911
Went to Halloween M. E. Social with Edna Francis. Spooks of all kinds and
costumes. Had fortune told by a gypsy who said I would be married in 2 years to
someone I have never met. Wish he would soon appear. I’m curious. Fine program
and all Halloween stunts, with apples and pop corn as refreshments! Wednesday, November 1, 1911
Went to the A-Muse-U with Jessie. Good pictures. Thursday, November 9, 1911
Started at 6:30 in the rain for Des Moines to attend State Teachers
Convention. Reached there at 12, enrolled at Savery Hotel-Hdqts-and then to
Cargill Hotel where Jessie Althaus, Anna P. and self had engaged room.[7]
In P.M. ate dinner at Pure Food Restaurant. Attended Primary Round Table at
Plymouth Church. In the evening heard Henry’s Band at the Coliseum. Friday, November 10, 1911
Pleasant and cold. Breakfast at the Dairy Lunch Room-then to Coliseum. In
the P.M. we shopped at Younker’s and Anna P. and I went to call on Mrs.
Drucker. She seemed very glad to see us. Met Helen Warren at her office and we 4
had supper at Olsons. In the evening heard the Messiah at the Coliseum—400
trained voices-4 soloists and St. Paul Orchestra. Saturday, November 11, 1911
Heard Prof. Barnes of Philadelphia on “Training the Lower Nerve
Centers.” Then Sarah Louise Arnold on “Jane and her teachers.” At 11:20
Booker T. Washington began his address. Could not wait for this as our train
left at 12. Reached home at 6:30 and found a young blizzard in charge of affairs
here. Mama had arrived on the Firefly from Davenport and had a good fire when I
arrived. “I cannot
find a truer word Nor fonder
to caress you. No song or
poem I have heard Is sweeter
than “God bless you.” Monday, November 13, 1911
Farther Lights[8]
annual supper at the church. Very good supper. Miss Wren, one of the H.S.
teachers went with me. Wednesday, November 15, 1911
Mrs. Link entertained D.A.’s for Mary Brown who leaves Friday for
Davenport to live.[9]
About 40 present. Very pleasant time. Friday,
November 17, 1911
Rainy, snowy, blowy and generally disagreeable. Anna Scott gave me a
Harrison Fisher girl, framed.[10]
Mabel sent dandy Birthday letter.[11]
Mama: pink and white chrysanthemums, comb and brush and a fine Birthday supper
including Birthday cake. She gave me also a Birthday Book. Saturday, November 18, 1911
Teachers meeting at the High School. In the P.M. shopped with Anna Scott. I. S. Pepper
spoke on “Law Making at Washington.” Miss Critz sang and Mrs. St. John,
also. In the P.M. shopped with Anna Scott. Stores are showing Xmas goods. Monday, November 27, 1911
Attended concert at H. Schmidt’s. Misses Ruth Benkert and Maud Marshall
contributed numbers; the former has a very fine mezzo-soprano voice, the latter
is a popular reader. There were new numbers on the pianola, also. Thursday, November 30, 1911
Thanksgiving Day. Attended church in the A.M., preaching by Rev. Grigsby
in the Congregational church. Miss Wren here for dinner. Goose, escalloped
oysters, mashed potatoes, salad, dressing, gravy, pumpkin pie, fruit.
Flowers-yellow and white chrysanthemums given me at school by Nanna Oliver.
Beautiful day. Saturday, December 2, 1911
Miss Wren comes here to room. Pleasant card from Mrs. Schmidt saying Anna
N. quite ill. Monday, December 4, 1911
Jessie Kopp and I went to the A-Muse-U “An Old Sweetheart of Mine.”
Series of pictures quite good. Tuesday, December 5, 1911
Attended County Fair at Hershey Bank given by M. E. Young People. Moving
Pictures good. Also Carnival Show. Sounds quite like street carnival. Wednesday, December 6, 1911
Anna K’s birthday gift--black silk hose—arrived today. The Quartette
met at Anna Prosser’s and pretended to read the “Cricket on the Hearth”
but did not get very far.[12]
Saturday, December 9, 1911
Jessie Kopp and I attended Nerrel’s sale. Bought Toilet Set and Mesh
Purse at great bargain. Lots of fun. Rainy and warm. Monday, December 11, 1911
Miss Wren and I attended Farther Lights Meeting at Mrs. Oscar Brandts.
Beautiful weather. Wednesday, December 13, 1911
The Quartette met here. Kensington’s Musical and Social Session
combined. Dix is chosen Mascot.[13]
Name not yet selected. Served candy. Thursday, December 21, 1911
Elected Treas. Of B.Y.P.U. Friday, December 22, 1911
Xmas tree and treat for school children. Helped fill candy boxes at
Samuels in evening. Mama’s Birthday. Saturday, December 23, 1911
Went up to Hanley’s with a Xmas package. The pkg. was given I. H. N.
“In His Name” who a year ago was making many glad with gifts given from a
heart filled with the Xmas spirit. I suppose he is very happy at this Xmas tide
but there are lonely hearts here who grieve over the “vacant chair.” Sunday, December 24, 1911
Beautiful warm weather. In the afternoon Mama and I took a walk. In the
evening we went to our church where the Xmas service was colored stereopticon
pictures and music from the Baraca Victrola.[14]
Very nice. Attended a Midnight Service at the Episcopal church with Ed and Ellen
Stocker. Did not get home until 2 A. M. “Oh little town of Bethlehem, How
still we see thee lie…” Monday, Christmas Day, 1911
Beautiful weather. Went to the P.O. and White’s in the morning and to
Stockers in the afternoon. Mama and I had a quiet Xmas dinner and chatted gaily
or tried to across the lovely pink roses Ed Stocker sent, each trying to make
the other enjoy the spread. List of things received: Crocked bag
(white) from Jr. Silk scarf
(lavender and white)—Anna Kern. Jabot—Anna
Scott. Book—Anna
Prosser. 2 Nighties--Mama 2 Calendars 3
Handkerchiefs Frill and
collar (lace) Ribbon
Holder Dressing
Jacket—Jessie A. 2 Books Tuesday, December 26, 1911
What a Mosaic our lives are. No one sees the pattern but God himself. To
us how jumbled the colors, how puzzling the figures. What a combination of light
and dark, sunshine and shadow. Only He has the key to the riddle and will
someday show us the pattern of our lives worked out-no two alike. Every day adds
a fresh bit, now a splash of crimson, here dull gray, again the delicate
lavender and pink of some kindness rec’d or given. We ourselves largely
determine what the day’s picture will be. Wednesday, December 27, 1911
Miss Wren and I went to the Presbyterian Church. They held their Xmas
entertainment tonight and it was very good. Cold and snowy. Thursday, December 28, 1911
Anna Prosser, Jo and Mildred Stirlen called on Mr. and Mrs. McIntyre.
Bliss Perry says speaking of poetry: “Here is the gateway to the house
beautiful. Close your eyes and recall some lines you have learned. Immediately,
the iron gates are open and the pipes
of Pan are playing.” 1912 Sunday, January 7, 1912
First Sunday of 1912. “Each day is a white page to be written. Write it
beautifully and the book of the year will be beautiful.” Attended church A. M.
and P. M. also B.Y.P.U. Wrote lengthy letter to A.B.N. 20
degrees below. Tuesday,
January 9, 1912
Farther Lights Meeting at Hattie Link’s. Wednesday, January 10, 1912
Concert at U. B. church. “Song of the Soul” and several other
selections very pleasing. “Old
Winter’s a gay Musician. His
music’s very shrill. He
whistles o’er the moorland, He
pipes upon the hill.” Cold. Thursday,
January 11, 1912
Annual church meeting. Chicken supper. Not many present on account of
cold weather. Coldest day of year. 24 degrees below zero.[15] Tuesday, January 16, 1912
Altiora Meeting. Plans made for cake and bread sale, Jan. 27th. Wednesday January 17, 1912
Black Scarf Club met with Edna Francis.[16]
Session very nice. Musical-selections from Victrola and Pianola, also from
Quartette. Refreshments of apples, stuffed dates and cheese. Mascot-Dix.
Flower-violets. Song-Barnyard Rag. All members rec’d belated Xmas presents.
Mine is book, “Beauty and the Beast.”
Friday, January 19, 1912
End of Semester. Does not seem possible year is half over. Will rejoice
when other half is gone! Went to hear Kaffri Boys Choir with Edna Francis. 5
boys and lady-an interesting talker-comprise the company. The boys are
wonderfully well trained and have beautiful voices, especially one-a Hottentot-who
gives promise of being a remarkable singer. Saturday, January 20, 1912
Went to Basket Ball game with crowd of girls. M.H.S. played Abington H.S.
Walk away for Muscatine. Score 98-24. Sunday, January 21, 1912
“And so the shadows fall apart
And so the west winds play.
And all the windows of my heart
I open to the day.”
Went calling on East Hill with Anna Scott. Saturday, January 27, 1912
Altiora Cake Sale at Neidigs Book Store. Cleared about $10. Cold.
Victrola from Hirts with some very pretty records. Monday, January 27, 1912
Helped serve at Baraca Oyster supper. Saw some pretty colored slides of
the Holy Land shown by Rev. Smith after supper. Tuesday, January 30, 1912
Mrs. Bond and Mrs. Spangler here to listen to Victrola. Mrs. S. leaves
Thurs. for Fort Wm. Canada. Saturday, February 3, 1912
Dorothy Bond had Birthday Party. Helped entertain children-12 present.
Very cold. Friday, February 9, 1912
Mrs. Bond, kids and I went to A-Muse-U and then to the Lyric. Cold. Monday, February 12, 1912
Lincoln’s Birthday. Attended stereopticon lecture by Rev. Smith on
“Abraham Lincoln.” Tuesday, February 13, 1912
Farther Lights Meeting at Smiths. Colored People and their Education was
subject. Read paper on Booker Washington. Helped serve--chocolate, sandwiches,
cocoanut kisses. Snowy-consequently small attendance. Friday, February 26, 1912
Heard Florence Nyens new Pianola. Warm, like spring. “Every
year hath its winter. Every
year hath its rain. But
a day is always coming, When
the birds go north again.” Saturday, February 17, 1912
Mr. Parchert, Carl’s father, died today. He has been in poor health for
some time. Beautiful day. A-Muse-U in evening with Jessie K. Monday, February 19, 1912
High School Class play, “An American Citizen.” Fine. Went with
“Black Scarf” members. Thursday, February 22, 1912
George’s Birthday. Big “blow out” at school in his honor. 88
visitors at Jackson. Mothers Meeting afterward addressed by Rev. Smith. Friday, February 23, 1912
Basket Ball Game at “Y”. Burlington and M.H.S. Black Scarf club had
Ice-cream at Len’s afterward. Saturday, February 24, 1912
Called on Bessie Coyner and Hawleys’. Warm, but bad walking. Monday, February 26, 1912
Heard lecture at “Y” by Nat Brigham on “Grand Canyon” Ariz.
Beautiful colored slides. No school on acct. of blizzard. Wednesday, February 28, 1912
Black Scarf Club attended Helen Tappe’s Recital at Presbyterian Church.
She was assisted by the Will sisters, pianist and violinist. Everyone pleased
with Recital.
Friday, March 1, 1912
Reception at Y. W. for February members. Program and refreshments. Nice
time. Another snow storm. Monday, March 4, 1912
Election Day. Snowy. Socialists defeated except in 4th Ward.
Citizens ticket a howling success. Tuesday, March 5, 1912
Prepared article on Karl Witte for reading at Teacher’s Meeting March 9th. Wednesday, March 6, 1912
B. S. Club instead of meeting with A. P. filed into the A-Muse-U at 9:15
and were entertained by John Bunny and others until 10:15. Friday, March 8, 1912
Went with Jessie Kopp to A-Muse-U and Lyric. Saturday, March 9, 1912
Hurray! The Gen’l Teachers Meeting is over for another month! Also my
article on Karl Witte. Could crow, I’m so relieved! This world is a place of
peace once more. Monday, March 11, 1912
Went to A-Muse-U with Jessie Kopp. Tuesday, March 12, 1912
Baptist Y. P. Rally held here. Supper at church. Dr. Earl delivered
address and Rev. Smith gave illustrated lecture on Holy Land. Last Sunday Rev.
Smith resigned to accept pastorate at Waterloo. Friday, March 15, 1912
Another blizzard last night. Visited schools yesterday—Miss Althaus in
forenoon and Miss Erb in afternoon.
Jessie Stirlen died at 2 P.M. today of Typhoid Fever. Had been sick only
one week. Monday, March 18, 1912
Jessie’s funeral service at Baptist church. Many turned away. Beautiful
flowers. Helen Tappe sang. All teachers attended. School dismissed for P.M. Saturday, March 22, 1912
Jessie Kopp and I went to Davenport to shop. Bought white serge coat and
2 dresses, also a string of gold beads which has been pet wish of mine for some
time. Had supper at Schaeffer’s Café. Home at 9 P.M. Friday, March 29, 9812
Musical Union Concert at Opera House. Mama and I went. Helen Tappe
assisted. Good concert. Beautiful night. Monday, April 1, 1912
First day of vacation. Hurray! No April Fool about this fact. Went with
Mrs. Bina, Mrs. Elson and Jessie Kopp to the A-Muse-U and Lyric in the evening. Wednesday, April 3, 1912
Went to Post-Nuptial shower given for Ella Altenbernd at their new home
on East Hill. About 35 present—some very pretty presents.
Thursday, April 4, 1912
Shopped and A-Muse-U with Mrs. Bond and Jessie. Went to Y. W. for supper
in honor of the Write girls and only Geneva crowd of 1911 present. Heard Miss
Inga Peterson returned. Japanese missionary at our church in evening. Friday, April 5, 1912
Called on Nell Hanley who is spending a couple of days of her vacation on
the hill. Nell is as jolly and full of fun as ever. Saturday, April 6, 1912
This entry should be decorated with black crepe in commemoration of Dix,
dearly beloved bright eyed Dixie who had to be chloroformed this A. M. She had
been sick for two days and rather than see her suffer I sent her to the Happy
Hunting Ground. I think of all her dear loving ways. I can’t keep from crying,
for Dix and I were the best of pals.
School election last night. Mr. McIntyre elected city Supt. Miss
Braunwarth Prin. Of Jackson to fill his place. Great surprise. Tuesday, April 9, 1912
Delta Alpha Meeting at Hazel Reynolds’ on East Hill. Wednesday, April 10, 1912
Concert at church. Helen Tappe, Maud Marshall and Orchestra. Good. Saturday, April 13, 1912
Gen’l Teachers Meeting at Library. Spent P. M. down town with Jessie
Kopp. Henry Geisler gave very interesting talk on “The Road to Thrift”. Friday, April 19, 1912
Mother’s Day. Three visitors in room I. Rev. Carroll talked at 3
o’clock to a very slim attendance. Saturday, April 20, 1912
Mrs. Bond, Inez and self went to Davenport. Bought pretty white serge
coat and white slippers. Inez had picture taken. Went to Elite and then to
Shaffer’s Café for supper. Asparagus on toast, escalloped potatoes, and egg
sandwich. Tasted good to me. Saturday, April 27, 1912
Went calling on High School teachers. Leola See’s father died April 14,
so the Black Scarf Club has disbanded. Saturday, May 4, 1912
School Election last Eve. All teachers given a raise of $50. All
including High School force re-elected. Jesse and I went driving starting at
1:30 and going up river road. Down town bumming in evening. Grand weather. Sunday, May 5, 1912
Jessie and I took walk in P.M. Beautiful day. Tuesday, May 6, 1912
Beautiful day. Mrs. Bond and I went driving after supper. Wednesday, May 7, 1912
Half Holiday. Schools, stores and banks closed at noon for the Ball
Game—opening of Ball Season. Jessie and I went! After game went to Weed Park
for supper. Mama and Miss Wren went out at 4. Thursday, May 8, 1912
Mrs. Bond, Jessie and I went to A-Muse-U to see first pictures of Titanic
disaster. Friday, May
9, 1912
Jessie and I went to Launch Club “Old Curiosity Shop.” Saturday, May 10, 1912
Last Gen’l Teachers’ Meeting of the year at H. S. Music by Mrs. St.
John and Mrs. Einhausen. Also violin solo by Carl Schmidt. Address by Rev.
Graves of Congregational Church. Sunday, May 12, 1912
Mothers Day. I am very glad the color of carnations for me was
pink! Went to Congregational church in evening. Monday, May 13, 1912
U. B. Young Peoples Meeting with Jessie on Oak St. Wednesday, May 15, 1912
First B.Y.P.U. Meet. of year at Weed Park. Fine supper and games, Good
time. Although quite cold, there was a good crowd. Fire in Club House. Sunday, May 19, 1912
Very lonesome for C.J. Just one year ago today I had a letter from him
asking me to go driving in his new buggy.[17]
Tuesday, May 21, 1912
Golden Anniversary Concert (Schmidts) at Opera House. We (Kopps and
Raffs) sat in Gallery. Wore new white coat, new hat, net dress and white
slippers. Beautiful evening.
Thursday, May 30, 1912
Decoration Day. Took school children to parade on 3rd St.
Afterwards Jessie and I Had car ride
went to A-Muse-U and Basts. Friday, May 31, 1912
Senior Class Play entitled “Esmeralda” at Opera House. Good play and
crowded house. J. K. and I went together. Esmeralda a dreadful “stiff.” Old
Rogers (Leroy Houdek) fine.
Monday, June 3, 1912
Carnival Week. Went with Mrs. Bond. Tuesday, June 4, 1912
Altiora picnic. Indoor picnic at “Y” instead of Slough as planned
(because of rain.) Carnival afterward. Frances’ German Cousin great fun. Thursday, June 6, 1912
Mrs. Amlong entertains teachers at spread. Ice-cream, cake, salted
almonds and lemonade.
Alumni Reception at M.H.S. Beautiful evening and good crowd. Good
program. Friday, June 7, 1912
School closed at noon. Beautiful weather this Spring for teaching. Friday, June 28, 1912
Mama and I had lovely drive—around Five Mile Drive and then about town.
Dandy is a “beauty and a joy forever.” Saturday, June 29, 1912
Food Sale at Butz’s by Tennis Club. Had charge from 1 to 5 P.M. Dr.
Chaffer from Chicago to be entertainment. Tuesday, July 2, 1912
Went to see Anna Kern who came from Los Angeles. Anna very thin and not
at all well. Thursday, July 4, 1912
Went to see Anna K. in A.M. then celebrated with Jessie K. with fire
crackers and snakes. In the P.M., J. and I took supper to Weed Park. In evening
took walk. Hottest of season thus far. Wednesday, July 10, 1912
Went to Trinity Excursion with J. K. and Helen Berntheisel. Were at boat
landing at 8 A.M. but boat did not come until 2:00 P.M. owing to storm of night
before. Had dinner at Ahlfs and then fooled around until boat arrived.
Delightful ride to Davenport. Reached there at 7 P.M. and left at 8. Had supper
at Newport Café. Home at 11:30. Monday, July 15, 1912
A.B.K.
and O.W.M. in Davenport. Went up on boat, returned on train. O.W.M. good
“sport” from reports. Black Hawk and Shutzen
Parks. J.M.K. and I went driving. Beautiful evening. Tuesday, July 16, 1912
Spent P.M. with A.B.K. In the evening went to Schoemakers (Ed’s) to
picnic. Good time. Wednesday, July 24, 1912
Hot. Buffalo Bill in town. J. M. K. and I went to see the show in P.M.
Had dinner at Bonds. Thursday, July 25, 1912
Baptist Excursion to Davenport on W.G. Hill. About 700 on board. Fine
day. Went to Aunt Frank’s [Francis Raff] after shopping awhile. Aunt F. and
Elizabeth (Francis’ daughter) accompanied us home. Friday, July 26, 1912
Took our suppers to Weed Park. Helen Berntheisel was also invited. Saturday, July 27, 1912
Helen, Elizabeth, Jessie and I went to A-Muse-U then across Bridge and
then to Basts for Ice-cream. Aunt Frank and Elizabeth left for Davenport on
evening train. Monday, July 29, 1912
Went to Trinity Excursion with M.D. Beautiful evening. Home at 12.
Stopped at Ahlfs for Ice-cream. Thursday, August 8, 1912
Went to Davenport on Firefly.[18]
Mama, who came yesterday, met me at depot. Went to Aunt Frank’s. Friday, August 9, 1912
Herbert Snyder took me to Central Park in Helen’s electric. Shopped.
Bought dress at Petersens. Home on Firefly. Monday, August 12, 1912
Committee Meeting at Altenbernds. Arranged for B.Y.P.U. rally.
Watermelon. Rode home with Mac Schoemaker. August Altenbernd—Captain of Blues.
Edie Raff—Captain of Reds.[19] Thursday, August 15, 1912
Went to Davenport at 1:30 on the Interurban. Reached Davenport at 3:00.
Shopped, had lunch at Krells. Home at 7:30 in time for P.M. Fine Time. Grand
day. Wednesday, August 21, 1912
Beautiful weather this month. J.K. and I went to A-Muse-U. In the evening
attended Shower for Stella Grau, given by May Kent and Hattie Link at the
latter’s. House decorated in red hearts and cupids. Stella rec’d many pretty
things. Delicious refreshments. Home at 11. Thursday, August 22, 1912
Anna
Prosser had party of girl friends for Flossie Marks, her college roommate.
Kensington. Fine refreshments. Saturday, August 24, 1912
Went to Davenport again on Interurban. Ice Cream at Mayers. Bought shoes
and pink beads. Home at 7:30. Wednesday, August 28, 1912
S. S. picnic at park. Went out for supper. Good crowd and fine time. Many
new members of the Reds promised. Saturday, August 31, 1912
First Teachers’ Meet of year at H.S. Old friends greet one another.
Many new ones enrolled. Scorcher. Sunday,
September 8, 1912
A scorcher. Rev. Meigs 1st Sunday in Muscy. Warm welcome. Anna
K’s last Sunday in town. Spent P.M. with her. B.Y.P.U.--Grand Membership
Contest ended. Reds won out by 200 points. The Capt. feels hilarious.[20]
Spread Tuesday night. Monday, September 9, 1912
Dismissed school this P.M.- too warm for kiddies. Tuesday, September 10, 1912
Watermelon spread at Club House. Blues good losers. Toasts afterward,
then games. A.K.[21]
a satellite. Sunday, September 15, 1912
Anna K. left on Interurban for California. Went out to tracks with Mrs.
Schmidt, George N. and W.E.M. at 10 A.M. Anna not a bit well this summer, in
fact not for past year. Monday, September 16, 1912
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