Early 20th century family history
Dave and Ruth are concerned about the arguing between Lydia and Francis. Dave is stressed about being broke and has considered rejoining the CCC. Ruth’s dental problems are not over, and she is worried about keeping Lydia’s surprise bridal shower a surprise. April 15, 1935 Read More …
Dave can’t ever seem to get enough sleep since he has received a batch of chicks in the mail, among other things. LaVere is sick again. His brother Ward pays a visit. Ruth continues to have dental issues, and reports that Mrs. Finkelstein isn’t doing Read More …
Francis is getting nervous about meeting Lydia’s family and the wedding. He’s also frustrated that Lydia has lost her job. Ruth gets more dental work, and there is talk of her having to move again. April 1, 1935 Middleburg, N.Y. Dear Ruth, It just seems Read More …
During his last visit, Dave had “accidentally” set Ruth’s alarm clock for 4 am. She needed to see a dentist this week* so there is not much word from her. LaVere has been sick, and Dave worries more about his mother taking care of him Read More …
Dave makes a run to Albany with his mother and Claude and gets a flat tire. He is there to gather items needed for raising chicks. He continues to worry about unemployment, but has made some money by providing taxi service. He’s purchased dancing lessons Read More …
Dave runs into a brother-in-law while he is in Albany looking for parts for the Essex, and is able to return to Middleburg with him in a Whippet. Both he and Ruth joke about the dance that he invited her to for March 15 (which Read More …
Dave and Francis take apart the Essex to replace the clutch. Dave is frustrated about not being able to get work; Ruth sympathizes with him about that and his car troubles. They talk about her coming to visit Middleburg, which probably won’t happen until July. Read More …
Dave’s Mother has returned, relieving him from cooking. He invites Ruth to a dance on March 15, which she can’t go to because of work. He and Francis will try to replace the clutch on the Essex themselves to try and save money. Ruth updates Read More …
Dave continues to cook for everyone while his mother is still away. Ruth gets an offer to work day duty, catches up with old friends, and worries about her patient, Mrs. Finkelstein. Dave is concerned that Ruth wants to return to Adams; it’s too far Read More …
Dave drives everyone around in the Essex and gets a flat tire. His mother is away for the week, leaving him to cook and clean for the rest of the Coffin clan. He has to cash in on some insurance due to losses. Both Dave Read More …