June 1946 Maine Trip: 4 This is our camp at Round Pond. The water was 6 feet higher then usual-almost to the edge of the camp

4 This is our camp at Round Pond. The water was 6 feet higher then usual-almost to the edge of the camp

Another photo form Florence Smith's Photo Album: Old Man of the Mountain

Old Man of the Mountain

 

Another Article on Cora-October 28, 1933

The Bangor Daily News-October 28th, 1933

 

LEGION LADIES HONOR DEPUTY

Mrs. Zilpha Neal Hostess at Reception to Cora Putnam

Mrs. Cora Putnam, of Houlton, Deputy Vice President of the American Auxiliary of Maine, was the guest of honor at a party given Friday evening by Mrs. Zilpha Neal, at her home at 324 Essex street. The evening was spent in bridge, with the guest of honor, Mrs. Putnam winning first honors, and the consolation prize going to Mrs. Mary Boldue.

Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess.

Those present at the party were: Mrs. Alice Toxier, Mrs. Maude Doran, Mrs. Eleanor Partridge, Mrs. Leone Towle, Mrs. Mary Boldue, Mrs. Gladys Jameson, Mrs. Cora Putnam, and Mrs. Zilpha Neal.

Photo of Mary, Richard and Ervin Putnam at the beach

Mary, Richard and Ervin Putnam at the beach

 

Photo of Blackie the cat at 67 West St, Northampton, MA, 1945

Blackie the cat at 67 West St, Northampton, MA, 1945

What does it say about the wright family that a photo of a cat has better labeling than most of the photos of people?

 

Family Letters: Eighth Letter from Sarah Wheeler Sanders to Lucy Amy Reed

 

Sarah Wheeler Sanders Reed

Tuesday Afternoon

My dear Lillie

We received your letter yesterday morning and am glad to know that you are feeling better and I should be very glad to have you keep home from us is it sound best for us to go to housekeeping. Auntie is very feeble and is not able to go upstairs to sleep and I find I cannot [ILLEGIBLE] much and her am very comfortable situation. [ILLEGIBLE] have Jennie [ILLEGIBLE] and can have [ILLEGIBLE] when we like and the both soon is so near that we think it will be best for us to stay home through the winter. Some days auntie seems very comfortable but she grows feeble and has to have the [ILLEGIBLE] very often. She has little strength and when she rides needs someone to help her into the carriage. She cannot sow or knit but reads a great deal.

 If John does not stay where he is why not come here for the winter. I think Jennie would board you for less price than anyone else and it could be pleasant for us all.

Last nights gazette says that Harry Robberts is going to be married to a young widow with one child.  She is the head milliner at the Imperial and the family do not approve.  We have not heard from Albert this week but they are all well at last accounts with the exception of Edward who was not well when he wrote. The family here are comfortably well although Ned does not seem as well as usual. He is troubled with something but David seems real well and does a good deal of business for his father. The school commences again in two weeks. Amy Lane has resigned and will not teach this year. I tends to study her do not hear from Aunt Helen very much but she is keeping house in Whatley and the last we heard Hugh [ILLEGABLE] was with her.

I have not been feeling as well as usual for a day or two but think I shall be allright soon. I think it is a little indigestion. Hope that you will think best to spend the winter with us. Remember me to John. 

With much love,

Sarah W. Reed

Let us hear soon. 

Here is the scanned letter, please see if you can identify the illegible words.

 

Photo of Robert Putnam holding a plane and Mary Putnam

Robert Putnam holding a plane and Mary Putnam

 

Photo of Caroline Wright on a horse

Caroline Wright on a horse

 

Article on Cora Putnam

 So, my brother was talking to me about a family legend that my Great Grandmother Cora Putnam had one of the first cars in Houlton or possibly one of the first deriver's licenses in the state and I though I would go looking.  I found nothing on those topics but did find more articles about Cora.  So here is one of the ones I found.  This is from the October 9th, 1957 edition of The Bangor Daily News.  

Honored-Cora M. Putnam, past worthy grand matron of the Grand Chapter of Maine, OES, left, was honored by Fidelity Chapter, and guest chapters, Monday evening at "Cora Putnam Night" at Houlton. Right is Doris E. Moody, worthy matron of Fidelity Chapter(Tozier photo)

Cora Putnam Honored by Houlton OES

HOULTON, Oct. 8-Past Worthy Grand Matron of the grand chapter of Maine, OES, Cora M. Putnam, was honored by the members of Fidelity chapter No. 32, and guest chapters, Monday evening at Houlton.

The evening, designated as Cora Putnam night, and obligation night, honored Mrs. Putnam as a charter member and past worthy matron of Fidelity chapter. Mrs. Putnam was presented with a gift from the chapter by Worthy Matron Doris Moody. Gifts were also presented to the honored guest by Worthy Matron Ada Peabody of Victoria Chapter, N.B. and Past Matron Sarah Green of Carlton chapter, Florenceville, N.B.

Distinguished guests attending were Past Grand Matron Edna Kilpatrik and Past Grand Matron Mae Earl, both of the Grand chapter of New Brunswick, OES; grand secretary of the grand chapter of New Brunswick and district deputy grand matron of District 19, Margaret Conners. Grand representative Ethel Smith of Presque Isle; Alice Caine of Carleton chapter, N.B., and Daisy Taylor of Houlton.

 The worthy matron, Doris Moody, presided at the meeting. An invitation was read from Felicity chapter No. 295 Bucksport, to attend the 25th anniversary October 15 at 3 o'clock. An invitation was read from Luna chapter, Presque Isle, observing Friendship night on October 9. An invitation was also read from Celestial chapter, Fredericton, N.B. to attend the regular meeting of the chapter on October 16 at 8 o'clock Atlantic Standard Time.

A 50 year pin was presented to Myrtle Logan and 25 year pins were presented to Gladys Purdy and Past Patron Arthur Robinson, by Fidelity Chapter. The Past Matrons and Past Patrons Association presented a new baton to Fidelity chapter.

A ceremony was conducted with the members of the Order of the Eastern Star renewing their obligations.

The degrees if the order were conferred on Andy Boutilier, John McLaughlan, Gerald Scovill and Bernard Judkins.

  Past Matron Edith Gray was chairman of the evening's program with Annabel Hussey playing several piano selections. Miss Ruth Mooers, accompanied by Mrs. Robert Josselyn, sang several numbers.

Inspection of the chapter will be held on November 4 by the Worthy Grand Matron Gertrude Powers, grand chapter of Maine, OES.

Refreshments were served by the past matrons with Mildred B. McIntosh, chairman.

June 1946 Maine Trip: Trout taken in stream and at Poland Pond Dam -Mike Putnam, 21 June 1946

Trout taken in stream and at Poland Pond Dam -Mike Putnam, 21 June 1946

Photo of Caroline Wright with a Horse, Likely 1941 or 1942

Caroline Wright with a Horse, Likely 1941 or 1942

 

Limited Biography of Sarah Howdle(1783-1836), my 3rd Great Grandmother

 I've found another of their children whale researching Sarah so have included her in in this information.  I'll go back and add it to John.  

Sarah Howdle Gravesite

Sarah Howdle(1783-1836)(S9)

Birth: Abt 1783

Father:  Unknown

Mother: Unknown

Married:  John Smith(1786-UNKN)

Children:

• Unknown Male
• Sarah Smith(1812-1893)
• Maria Smith(1813-1837)
• Edward B. Smith(1815-1863)
• Unknown Male
• Unknown Female
• Unknown Female

Died: December 12th, 1836 in Lee, MA

Sarah was born around 1783 but I have not found documentation of her parents. She married John Smith before 1813.  Their first child, Sarah Ann was born on February 2nd, 1812 in Copake, NY.  Their second child Maria was born in 1813.  Their third child Edward B. was born on October 2nd, 1815 in Middletown, CT.  At some point after this, the family moved to Lee, MA. 

The 1830 U.S. Census shows John and likely Sarah living in Lee, MA with the following people:

• Free White Persons - Males - 5 thru 9: 1-Unknown but possibly another child
• Free White Persons - Males - 10 thru 14: 1-Likely Edward
• Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 14: 1-Unknown
• Free White Persons - Males - 20 thru 29: 1-Unknown
• Free White Persons - Males - 50 thru 59: 1-Likely John
• Free White Persons - Females - Under 5: 1-Unknown
• Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 2-Likely Sarah and Maria
• Free White Persons - Females - 40 thru 49: 1-Likely Sarah
• Total - All Persons (Free White, Slaves, Free Colored) : 9

Sarah died of pneumonia typhoider at age 53 on December 12th, 1836 in Lee, MA.  She is buried in Fairmount Cemetery in Lee, MA.

Branch

• Generation 4(3rd Great Grandparents): John Smith and Sarah Howdle
• Generation 3(2nd Great Grandparents): Edward B. Smith and Lydia Edna Kilborne
• Generation 2(Great Grandparents): Merrick Luther Smith and Catherine Ellen McCann
• Generation 1(Grandparents): David Sanders Wright and Florence Edna Smith
• Generation 0: Robert Ervin Putnam and (Florence) Caroline Wright

Sources

• 1830 United States Federal Census: 1830; Census Place: Lee, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Series: M19; Roll: 62; Page: 389; Family History Library Film: 0337920
• Massachusetts, Death Records, 1841-1915:  Name John Smith, Gender Male, Spouse Sarah Smith, Child Edward R Smith
• Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988:  Name Edward R Smith, Death Age 47, Record Type Death, Birth Date 1816, Death Date 7 Sep 1863, Death Place Lee, Massachusetts, USA, Father John Smith Mother Sarah Smith
• Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988:  Name Sarah Smith, Death Age 53, Record Type Death, Birth Date 1783,  Death Date 12 Dec 1836, Death Place Lee, Massachusetts, USA
• U.S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current: Name: Sarah Smith, Gender: Female,  Birth Date: 1783, Death Date: 12 Dec 1836, Death Place: Lee, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America, Cemetery: Fairmount Cemetery,  Burial or Cremation Place: Lee, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America,  Has Bio?: Y,  Children: Maria Crawfoot Sarah A VanTassel, URL: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/105581782/sarah-smith

June 1946 Maine Trip: Stream, Poland Pond to Round Pond, June 21, 1946

Stream, Poland Pond to Round Pond, June 21, 1946

 

Photo of Caroline Wright with a bike

Caroline Wright with a bike

 

Limited Biography of John Smith(1786-UNKN), my 3rd Great Grandfather

 

John Smith(1786-UNKN)(S8)

Birth: Abt 1786 in New York

Father:  Unknown

Mother: Unknown

Married:  Sarah Howdle(1783-1836)

Children:

• Unknown Male
• Unknown Female
• Maria Smith(1813-1837)
• Edward B. Smith(1815-1863)
• Unknown Male
• Unknown Female
• Unknown Female

Died: Unknown

John is one of the dead ends in the family.  He was born around 1786 in New York but I have not found any record of his parents.  He married Sarah Howdle before 1813.  Their first child, Maria Smith was born in 1813.  Their second child Edward B. Smith was born on October 2nd, 1815 in Middletown, CT.  At some point after this, the family moved to Lee, MA.  Family stories say that he was a paper maker like his son and grandson and moved for work but there is no documentation to support this.

The 1830 U.S. Census shows John living in Lee, MA with the following people:

• Free White Persons - Males - 5 thru 9: 1-Unknown but possibly another child
• Free White Persons - Males - 10 thru 14: 1-Likely Edward
• Free White Persons - Males - 20 thru 29: 1-Unknown
• Free White Persons - Males - 50 thru 59: 1-Likely John
• Free White Persons - Females - Under 5: 1-Unknown
• Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 14: 1-Unknown
• Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 2-One is likely Maria
• Free White Persons - Females - 40 thru 49: 1-Likely Sarah
• Total - All Persons (Free White, Slaves, Free Colored) : 9

Sarah died in 1836 in Lee, MA but the family stayed in town.  In 1940 the census gives the following information:

• Free White Persons - Males - 60 thru 69: 1-Likely John
• Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 14: 1-Unknown
• Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 1-Unknown
• Persons Employed in Manufacture and Trade: 1-Likely John
• Total All Persons - Free White, Free Colored, Slaves: 3

The 1855 Massachusetts census shows John(69) living in Great Barrington, MA with a Jane Shaw(46), Josephine Shaw(11) and Electra Shaw(9).  My theory is that Jane is one of the unknown daughters and Josephine and Electra are grandchildren.  John is listed as working as a gopher. I don't know if this is a role in paper making or something else.

John died at some point after this, but I have not been able to track down his gravesite.  

Branch

• Generation 4(3rd Great Grandparents): John Smith and Sarah Howdle
• Generation 3(2nd Great Grandparents): Edward B. Smith and Lydia Edna Kilborne
• Generation 2(Great Grandparents): Merrick Luther Smith and Catherine Ellen McCann
• Generation 1(Grandparents): David Sanders Wright and Florence Edna Smith
• Generation 0: Robert Ervin Putnam and (Florence) Caroline Wright

Sources

• 1830 United States Federal Census: 1830; Census Place: Lee, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Series: M19; Roll: 62; Page: 389; Family History Library Film: 0337920
• 1840 United States Federal Census: Year: 1840; Census Place: Lee, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: 175; Page: 71; Image: 724; Family History Library Film: 0014674
• Massachusetts, State Census, 1855:  Name John Smith, Gender Male, Birth Year 1786, Birth Place New York, Residence Great Barrington, Berkshire, Massachusetts, USA, Enumeration Year 1855, Age 69, Household Number 90, Reel Number 2, Volume Number 3
• Massachusetts, Death Records, 1841-1915:  Name John Smith, Gender Male, Spouse Sarah Smith, Child Edward R Smith
• Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988:  Name Edward R Smith, Death Age 47, Record Type Death, Birth Date 1816, Death Date 7 Sep 1863, Death Place Lee, Massachusetts, USA, Father John Smith Mother Sarah Smith

June 1946 Maine Trip: Poland Pond Dam Falls of Stream Which enters Round Pond. We caught a lot of good Squaretail here. I've got one now, June 21, 1946

Poland Pond Dam Falls of Stream Which enters Round Pond. We caught a lot of good Squaretail here. I've got one now,  June 21, 1946

 

Photo of Catherine Wright on a swing

Catherine Wright on a swing

 

Family Letters: Seventh Letter from Sarah Wheeler Sanders to Lucy Amy Reed

Sarah Wheeler Sanders

[ILLEGIBLE]

March 18

Dear Lillie

    I have just received aunt Lucy's letter written Sunday but Jennie's written Friday I got last night. Jennie [ILLEGIBLE] picked up[ILLEGIBLE] in their front yard. I suspect the postman must have dropped it in the morning. I am glad that you are all so comfortable and hope that you will continue to be. I guess that Lillie will enjoy the change and it be a good thing for her but I think Ponco may not like it as well. I think it quite an undertaking for you to have the house cleaned but I know it needs doing very much. I did not do any cleaning so [ILLEGIBLE] but washed the paint most of it in the sitting room and the dinning room. The mopbonre behind the lounge and couch I did not wash and the window. The carpet in our room and in the hall above and below and stairs need it very much.

If I was home and able I would chosen the sitting room.  I am glad the windows and doors have been fixed they needed it so much and Albert says there is something wrong with the sink in the back chamber and it ought to be fixed. We had a very cold blustery day Sunday and yesterday was very sharp this morning Albert thought the mercury would be at two, but it is very bright and the sun is warm. Rebecca has gone to the city this morning I think it is Home Missionary Day. She has had two more invitations to speak but has declined one I think may accept the other. Albert does not expect to go to New York until the very last of the month Ruth is to have a birthday [ILLIGIBLE] which is I think next wee, Wednesday. I was pleased to see [ILLEGIBLE] letter and when auntie [ILLEGIBLE] write her give her my love. I am sorry Mrs Harvey id so proud and also Mrs. Pothan. My love to them when you on thu We see Mrs Harpham very after Watson her oldest boy got his nose broken last Saturday but is getting along very well. She has two very bright boys.

I cannot realize that it has been but two weeks since I left home it seems much longer. I have been hemming some napkins for R. and I am going to do some for Mrs Harphan when she brings them to me. I hope that you will keep well. I think a good deal about you and wish I could be home but suppose it is best for me to stay at present. Glad the boys are getting on well give them a great deal if life. Remember me to Nellie also. Did David ever will Little Lord Fauntleroy. I am sending it to Ruth. I read it good ago-but it seems new to me. It is a [ILLEGIBLE] book. Albert is having a [ILLEGIBLE] week and it is [ILLEGIBLE] troublesome but somewhat better. I am glad you let me hear so often.

With love to you all S W Reed

Here is the scanned letter.  I had a bit of trouble with this one and not everything makes sense  Maybe someone else can fill in the gaps.

Photo from a June 1946 trip to Maine: Mouth of Ciss Stream Crucomgomal Lake, 20 June 1946

 June 1946 Maine Trip

Mouth of Ciss Stream Crucomgomal Lake,  20 June 1946

Photo of Florence Smith and Friends

Florence Smith and Friends

 This was likely taken at the same place as the lake photo I posted the other day.

Family Letters: Letter about John Dresser Lawrence's Death

Business Card of John Dresser Lawrence

 7/19/07

Mr. J.D.W. Quinby,

    Rangeley, Me.

Dear Sir,

    Replying to your esteemed letter of the 14th, in behalf of Mrs. Lawrence permit me to thank you for giving us the particulars of Mr. Lawrence's last sickness. Will you kindly render to Mrs. Lawrence a full account of what Mr. Lawrence has paid you from time to time on this fish pond business and what you have expended on his account for this purpose. Also if not too much trouble tell us just what condition the enterprise is in and if you would be willing to take it off Mr. Lawrence's hands allowing Mrs. Lawrence something for the money that has already been expanded in bringing the pond to its present condition.

Mrs. Lawrence is hardly in shape to carry on an enterprise of that kind and as long as you are on the ground perhaps you can make it pay.

Very truly,

ADS-MW

Here is the original.

First Draft of the Biography of John Dresser Lawrence, the Husband of my Great-Grandaunt

John Dresser Lawrence Business Card Case

 So, I am starting to put together a biograph on John Dresser Lawrence.  He was the husband of my Great Grandaunt Lucy Amy Reed.  I have inherited some of his things including a pair of cufflinks and have a number of letters that reference his death.  As I go through the letters I'll be adding to this biography.

John D. Lawrence card

John Dresser Lawrence(1847-1907)
Husband of Great-Grandaunt
Born: April 11, 1847 in Castine, Maine

Father: Ithiel Lawrence(1812-1880)
Mother: Mary Abigail Dresser(1822-1910)

Married: Lucy Amy Reed(1848-1918) on May 25th, 1870 in Northampton, MA

Died: July 4th, 1907 in Rangeley, ME

John Dresser Lawrence was born on April 11, 1847 to Ithiel Lawrence and Mary Abigail Dresser in Castine, ME. He was the second of four children. In 1850, the family was living in Castine, ME with 3 other people at least some of which were of the same profession as John’s father Ithiel. Ithiel is listed as being a House Wright in the Construction industry. He owns $2,400 worth of real estate. The family was still living in 1860. John’s father was listed as being a Master Joiner and had $3000 worth of real estate and $800 of personal property.

 

John married Lucy Amy Reed on May 25th, 1870 in Northampton, MA. She was the daughter of Benjamin Franklin Reed and Sarah Wheeler Sanders and was born in Whately, MA. This was their first marriage and it was conducted by Grodon Hall, Clergyman. John is listed as being a merchant. The couple stayed in Northampton and John is listed as working in Books and Stationary. His personal Estate is worth $2000. By 1873, the couple was living on West Street and John was working as an Auctioneer at 1 Masonic Block on Main Street.

In 1900, John and Lucy were living in a hotel in Pittsfield, MA at 2 South St. John is listed as being the Hotel Steward. According to the census he could read, write and speak english. Later they moved to Canton, Ohio where he was the manager of the McKinley Hotel.

John D. Lawrence Business Card for the McKinley Hotel

John died in Rangely, ME on July 4th, 1907. The circumstances around his death are unclear. He is buried in Bridge Street Cemetery in Northampton, MA.

Gravestone of John Dresser Lawrence

Gravesite of John Dresser Lawrence

Sources:

• 1850 United States Federal Census: Year: 1850; Census Place: Castine, Hancock, Maine; Roll: M432_254; Page: 95A; Image: 192
• 1860 United States Federal Census: Year: 1860; Census Place: Castine, Hancock, Maine; Roll: M653_438; Page: 818; Image: 802: Family History Library Film: 803438
• 1870 United States Federal Census: Year: 1870; Census Place: Northampton, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: M593_621; Page: 306B; Image: 157; Family History Library Film: 552120
• 1900 United States Federal Census: Year: 1900; Census Place: Pittsfield Ward 4, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: 633; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 0070; FHL microfilm: 1240633
• Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915: Name John D Lawrence,  Age 24, Birth Year 1846, Birth Place Castine Maine, Marriage Date 25 May 1870,  Marriage Place Northampton, Massachusetts, USA, Father Ithiel Lawrence, Mother Mary A Lawrence, Spouse Lucy A R Sanders
• Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988:  Name John D Lawrence, Marriage Age 24, Record Type Marriage, Birth Date 1846, Marriage Date 25 May 1870, Marriage Place Northampton, Massachusetts, USA, Father White Lawrence, Mother Mary A Lawrence, Spouse Lucy A R Sanders
• Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988:  Name John D Lawrence, Record Type Marriage, Marriage Date 1870, Marriage Place Northampton, Massachusetts, USA
• U.S. City Directories, 1821-1989:  Name John Lawrence, Gender Male, Spouse Lucy Lawrence, Publication Title Northampton, Massachusetts, City Directory, 1917
• U.S. City Directories, 1821-1989: Name John D Lawrence, Residence Year 1873, Street Address West, Residence Place Northampton, Massachusetts, USA, Occupation Auctioneer, Publication Title Northampton, Massachusetts, City Directory, 1873
• U.S. City Directories, 1821-1989:  Name J Lawrence, Residence Year 1873, Street Address 1 Masonic Bloek Main see p 28, Residence Place Northampton, Massachusetts, USA, Publication Title Northampton, Massachusetts, City Directory, 1873 
• U.S. City Directories, 1821-1989:  Name J D Lawrence, Residence Year 1873, Residence Place Northampton, Massachusetts, USA, Occupation Auctioneer And Collector, Publication Title Northampton, Massachusetts, City Directory, 1873
• U.S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current:  Name John Dresser Lawrence, Birth Date 11 Apr 1847, Birth Place Castine, Hancock County, Maine, United States of America, Death Date 4 Jul 1907, Death Place Northampton, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America, Cemetery Bridge Street Cemetery Burial or Cremation Place, Northampton, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America, Has Bio? Y, Father Ithiel Lawrence, Mother Mary A Lawrence, Spouse Lucy Amy Reed Lawrence, URL https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/59895764/john-dresser-lawrence

Photo of Ervin and Mary Putnam at Meduxnekeag Lake, ME

Ervin and Mary Putnam at Meduxnekeag Lake, ME

 

Photo of Florence Smith and friends at a lake

Florence Smith and friends at a lake

 

Family Letters: Sixth letter from Sarah Wheeler Sanders to her daughter Lucy Amy Reed

 

Sunday Afternoon

My dear Lillie

We got you letter yesterday acknowledging the receipt of the night dresses.

 By the way they have some which I had in the house but they had fun was had and I thought you would like them better then those that had not been laundered.

I can get some more when I need them. 

I am sorry to hear that you have overdone but hope that you will keep very quiet until you are better.  Let us hear how you are. We heard from Evanston Friday all well expecting Father Strong and I think he seems to be failing. His fever had [ILLEGIBLE] few weeks and his [ILLEGIBLE] was 100. and his mind which been very clear seemed confused the morning A. wrote and I think that a bad situation. Hope we hear again soon. They are well at Jennies and mother Wright went to church today for the first time this year.  We have been having [ILLEGIBLE] family for a few days being the twenty second of February.  Aunties hand is better but not a strong as usual. Aunt Helen is still with us has been doing some work for Jennie.  I [ILLEGIBLE] you can keep warm these dreadfully cold days. Mercury went go below zero at [ILLEGIBLE] this morning. Ted is fat and flourishing. [ILLEGIBLE] good if he can have all the raw meat he wants.

[ILLEGIBLE] not well and we have to be careful of her. We do not let her do any lifting.  ([ILLEGIBLE] weakness).  I have been to church this morning for the second time this year. I am afraid we shall have more snow it looks like it this afternoon.

I am very glad that John sings in church. He will more interested to go and I hope he will get a blessing. I think it will be very pleasant for you to have him go.

Aunty sends her love. Little D. has just come in and he sends his love to you. I am yours with much love.

   Sarah W. Reed

Helen is looking for [ILLEGIBLE]

Here is the scanned letter.

Photo of Ervin and Mary Putnam at Meduxnekeag Lake, ME

Ervin and Mary Putnam at Meduxnekeag Lake, ME

 

Photo of Catherine Wright

Catherine Wright

 

Blurry Photo of Robert Putnam playing baseball

Blurry Photo of Robert Putnam playing baseball

 

Photo of Catherine Wright

Catherine Wright