A White Convertible with a Red Interior - Saturday, August 31, 1963

What a day! Evelyn drove Flo and me into North Kansas City to shop this morning. Evelyn and I got some cute red and white striped curtains with borders of roosters and a rooster lamp for our room. Becky and I moved part of the stuff I left here for the summer over here, then I finished up with the help of two obviously rich freshman boys from the east and their white convertible with a red interior. Becky and I watched the faculty and student sponsors vs. freshmen softball game and the upperclassmen vs. freshmen softball game and kept score for the latter. There was a party in the J.R. tonight. I had fun talking to several upperclass guys I've always wanted to know better!!!

Made LLC Favors For Rush Week - Friday, August 30, 1963

This morning I went over to Herr House and greeted Flo by waking her up. She and I then went to the J.R. for her breakfast. J.R. food is nearly all vending machines this year. We then got to talking about our LLC rush party with George Bruner. The three of us checked out the river, had Cokes at the drug store in Parkville, and then checked out Deer Park. We plan to have our party there. Karen and I had a yearbook meeting and we accomplished some things. I rearranged our room and unpacked the suitcase I brought along this afternoon. Tonight Flo, George, Rog, Becky and I made LLC favors. Becky's transferring to LLCs from ACCs. There are quite a few upperclass kids here.

Am Back at Park, in Stephens - Thursday, August 29, 1963

Here I am back at Park, this time in Stephens Cottage, the women's honor dorm. I spent the day packing - so far I've only discovered one thing I really forgot - my alarm clock. Mom and the girls took me to Fairfield after their first day of school. I got on the train at 6:45, about an hour late. My two trunks, three suitcases, and a box are being checked through to Parkville. Evelyn and Jim met my train. Jim seems so different when Margie isn't around. Barb Page is the only one here now besides me. Evelyn is still at her home northeast of Parkville. Barb and I got in a good visit. She and Carol Patterson have been here since Monday. I think I'll make up my bottom bunk. Evelyn said she'd take the top. They had the college page ... "compiled by Barbara McDowell" ... in tonight's Journal.

Will Get Journal Subscription at Park - Wednesday, August 28, 1963

Gone is what has been the fastest summer yet, even if I have had over four months. We girls went to town this morning. I paid for my Pendletons and used my $5.00 gift certificate to get a pair of red corduroy Bermudas. I also got the blue skirt to match the sweater I got in Iowa City. I paid for my Journal subscription which Dave Elder let me have for half price of the regular $6.75 student rate. I sewed on my dress - all but the buttons, buttonholes, hem and belt - I don't know if I'll finish it before I go or not. We're glad to know the railways won't go on strike tonight at midnight. That would have complicated things.

To My First Martini is Autographed - Tuesday, August 27, 1963

We went in to see "Summer Magic" tonight. It was cute, starring Hayley Mills. I cut out my pinkish bark cloth dress this morning, but with Virginia busy sewing I didn't get to it. I mowed some more grass. I took Oneita Fisher's book of twelve poems, To My First Martini, over to her house this afternoon to have her autograph it for me. We talked writing, etc. She's going to try to do the text for a history supplement on the 5th-6th grade level. I got to read part of the manuscript which she just started this afternoon. The college kids will like her poems. Carolyn Reed is going to live with Pattons in Hilltop House this year.

Boys on First Floor of Herr House - Monday, August 26, 1963

We girls went to Iowa City to shop today. I got a pair of brown loafers, three pairs of hose and two of socks, two bras, soft blue pullover sweater, and gold beads and earrings to go with my Pendleton. Vivien has consented to our making my bridesmaid's dress, so it looks like I will be in her wedding in Oklahoma on December 28. I also got a letter from Evelyn. She and Jim have been going together most of the summer. Herr House is going to have boys on the first floor. Boy-girl ratio will be 3:1.

Blattners Came to See Slides of Park - Sunday, August 25, 1963

We had Blattners down tonight for refreshments and to see Park College slides. The boys didn't come along. We certainly haven't had many people coming to church - hardly any kids in Sunday School anymore. Last night Betty Peters and Rev. Peters put up about eight signs, "Absolutely No Smoking Please." They'll show up in the wedding pictures.

Can Have Journal Job Again - Saturday, August 24, 1963

Betty Weerman's wedding tonight was very nice. Betty Peters, Phyllis and I were in charge of the gifts. We appreciated Virginia and Ann's added help. I kept an eye on the bridesmaids so that if I am in Vivien's, I'll know about what to do. This afternoon I made the jacket to go with my orange sheath dress and wore both tonight. I stayed at the Journal office till almost 1:00 finishing up the college page. I can have the job again next summer. It has really been enjoyable. I'm going to miss going to work Monday morning.

Used New Skewers for Shish-Kabobs - Friday, August 23, 1963

It is raining softly. Mom and Dad have gone to Betty Weerman's wedding rehearsal party. I worked till 5:00 on the college page and wrote up three weddings tonight. I wrote to Evelyn today, asking her if she could meet my train next Thursday night. We had a barbeque tonight and used the new skewers for shish-kabobs. Mom got a trunk on sale in Wards so I'll have another one to take things on the train in.

Won a $5.00 Gift Certificate - Thursday, August 22, 1963

Phyllis, Virginia and I went in to the Seifert's style show tonight. I won one of their ten $5.00 gift certificates for a door prize. Funny thing, we had been joking that I wouldn't write the style show up for the paper unless I got a door prize, and I had been teasing Jan to write my name in the book as the next winner. I haven't decided what to use it for. I'm still calling people for the college page. Esteps left this morning. This has been a fast, wonderful summer. A week from now I'll be back at Park.

Interviewed by KCII "Man on the Street" - Wednesday, August 21, 1963

Schwartzes left this morning. Mom, Dad and Phyllis took them to the train. We had Esteps here for supper, and then everybody went out to Grandma and Grandpa's for ice cream and cake for Mom and Dad's 22nd anniversary. I  started calling people for the college page - I finally got around to it after going to renew my driver's license at 4:00. I averaged one call every five minutes. I suppose in the long run it's as easy as their phoning in themselves, interrupting my regular morning work. But then I can expect phone calls constantly on my job anyway. I was interviewed by the KCII [Kleanest City in Iowa] "Man on the Street" yesterday on what I thought of Iowa's traffic death rate.

Took Schwartzes to the Captain's Table - Tuesday, August 20, 1963

We took Schwartzes to the Captain's Table tonight for what was a real nice supper. Everyone else had catfish or shrimp but I had chicken. After we ate Phyllis and I went to the miniature golf course where the Y-Whizzers went tonight. Phyllis and I played the second time around with Bob Davis and Ben Leeper. They're real nice. I do hope I get the college page done, but I'm having lots to do this week and haven't gotten around to calling those who didn't call in yet. I got Mom and Dad a Better Homes and Gardens cookbook (barbecue) for their anniversary on behalf of us girls, and some nice half-price stationery for myself.

Tried to Have Picnic by Covered Bridge - Monday, August 19, 1963

We drove to Delta tonight and were going to have a picnic by the covered bridge. They were doing construction work on it and we couldn't drive the cars across. While some of us got the food ready, the others attempted to drive the long way around to the other side, but didn't make it. And David had a bad stomach ache, so we came home without eating. A long way to go just to set out a picnic and come back without eating! Bob Elliot has gone to reserves camp. My feature articles may get published yet. It finally sounds a little more hopeful again.

Parcells Were Here For Dinner - Sunday, August 18, 1963

We had Parcells up for dinner so they could have a chance to visit with the Schwartzes. Peters are in Minnesota, so we didn't have church or Sunday School. Esteps have been at Grandma's since yesterday afternoon, so all the relatives were at Cuddebacks for supper tonight. They showed some movies. Martin is a real cute little boy. I wrote to Flo and Roger that I could be there early to help with rush. It's still cold. But I will have to pretend I don't mind cold weather - around someone in particular.

Hoover's Birthplace and Library - Saturday, August 17, 1963

This afternoon we drove up to West Branch to see Herbert Hoover's birthplace and the presidential Library. It was really nice and very interesting. We also saw the restored blacksmith shop of his father. The house had a replica of the bed in which Hoover was born and his original high chair. The library had his president's desk and chair. Janeceks just happened to be there. We showed slides tonight.

Roger's Letter to Park Freshmen - Friday, August 16, 1963

Grandma and Grandpa were here this evening for homemade ice cream and cake. I started typing college news items again - I had done some a while back. There are quite a few, but still a lot we don't have. Mom, Jane, David and Karen stopped in to see me this afternoon and took a look at the back room and press. I wrote to Karen Lewis to tell her I could go early for the yearbook meeting. Roger sent me a copy of the letter he sent on behalf of the LLCs to the freshmen. I wish he hadn't made his one mistake: faculty "wifes"! Good old Roger.

Schwartzes Arrived by Train - Thursday, August 15, 1963

Schwartzes got here this evening. Mom and Ann went to Fairfield to meet their train. A few more responded to the college page notice I ran the second time, but there are still lots I haven't heard from. Mrs. Luckenbill told me I really wouldn't have to call them, if they don't get it in, it's their own tough luck. I had a flat tire on the Ford today. Jerry at the Journal office changed it for me. We are having wonderful fall-like weather.

Back to Park Sooner Than Thought - Wednesday, Augus 14, 1963

I really hit the jackpot for mail today. And it looks like I'll be going back to Park sooner than I thought. Karen Lewis wanted to know if I could be there Friday to make plans for the yearbook, and Flo wondered if I could be there Saturday to help with LLC rush. She sent along the letter Roger had sent her. Procter and Gamble has too many requests so doesn't give out free samples. I also heard from Barb Page. It seems like I've really been busy at the Journal this week. I haven't even gotten the "10-20-30-40 Years Ago" column done. I got a loden green V-neck pullover to replace my worn out one, and another white blouse.

Visited with Dave on Way to Work - Tuesday, August 13, 1963

It really felt like fall today. I saw Dave on the way to work this morning. In answer to "how are you?" he said, "cold," and then added, "no, not really." Last week he had said he was "hot." I commented on the nice fall morning. Charles wasn't there today. I never believed he would actually take some time off. Bob did a swell job acting as editor. I went bike riding with the kids tonight. I bought a new flannel nightgown and a pretty pair of red pants trimmed in white lace. Phyllis and I went to the dentist this afternoon. Neither of us needed any fillings.

Met Iowa Attorney General Hultman - Monday, August 12, 1963

I've just finished writing to Evelyn. She's going to be a great roommate. I have a feeling we might be more alike than we may know. Even though it has been a fabulous summer, I can't wait to get back to Park. Mom and the girls were in town this morning. Several of the clerks asked different ones of them if I was their sister or daughter, and then Cheryl and Jan told me they had sold "your sister" things. ("Which one?") "The one with the size 4 1/2 feet"- a pair of shoes, and "the one that looks like you" - a swimming cap. Margie sent me a postcard. She saw Dr. Hauptmann vacationing in Wisconsin. I shook hands with the Iowa Attorney General Evan Hultman when Mr. Everetts brought him to the Journal office this morning. The folks and Phyllis have already met him.

Visited Robert's Chapel Cemetery - Sunday, August 11, 1963

I've spent the afternoon and evening writing letters, both business and personal. I wrote to an Avon representative and Procter and Gamble about rush week favors and to Dr. Pai to see if I could have Mr. Carey for my advisor rather than Dr. Frizzle, to whom he said I had been assigned. We went in to the Dog 'N Suds for supper and then sat and listened to part of the union church service. However, we couldn't hear much so we came home. We watched meteorites in the northeast last night. It's kind of cloudy tonight. This afternoon we went to look at the 1850s-1906 gravestones, foundation remains and prairie grass of Robert's Chapel cemetery about a mile east of Grandma's - very interesting.

Patrick Bouvier Kennedy Died Yesterday - Saturday, August 10, 1963

For the record: President Kennedy's 39-hour-old son, Patrick Bouvier Kennedy, born five and a half weeks prematurely, died early Friday morning - I neglected to mention anything before. I did not accomplish much this afternoon. I wasn't in the mood for sewing, but I'm going to have to hurry to get that in. I finally got a letter written to Margie. Evelyn has been going with Jim Hurst this summer. (I had used "detective work" to figure it out from the little she and Margie had said.)

A Cartridge Pen for 77 Cents - Friday, August 9, 1963

I like my new pen, a Scripto cartridge. I wonder why! Mr. Vanderbilt sold it to me for 77 cents (already on sale for 98 cents) since he's going to lower the price to that next week and didn't want me to get mad at him! That was sweet of him. He also gave me a local news item about going to a managers' meeting in Dayton, Ohio. I bought a pair of black pointed shoes, and Phyl also "repainted" a pair of my white flats red with some of the new shoe coloring that is out now. Both pairs are real classy. Both Mrs. Fisher and Mrs. Woodford were in the newsroom at the same time. We were going to take over. Leets left today. I mowed grass tonight.

Saw Winning 4-H Demonstration - Thursday, August 8, 1963

The club supper was tonight in the park. I went to the fair after work. I got in on the last two performances in the talent show (Top 20 and Rhythmettes). Then I saw the last two 4-H demonstrations. Gretchen Miksch's individual, related subject (both something new) demonstration on physical fitness was very good, and she won, so she can give it at the state fair. Then I went to the pool for a dip before going to the park. I helped June get the drinks ready, and by that time the rest of the people were arriving.

Went to Fair for Judging Results - Wednesday, August 7, 1963

Phyllis and I went back in to see the parade of champions, the 4-H pageant and fireworks tonight. The pageant was nice, but had its rough spots, although many pageants do, including the Park pageant. They sent me out to the fairgrounds at 8:00 this morning to pick up judging results. It was nice out there then, the morning after the night before. I went back out from 12:00 to 1:15, then came back and made my regular rounds of the stores. I ended up with a lot of local news items for today again.

Watched Miss Washington County Contest - Tuesday, August 6, 1963

Phyllis and I took Linda and Abbie to the fair tonight. We watched the Miss Washington County contest. Pam Hite won, Cheryl Keating (the favorite of lots of us) was second and Colleene Beughly from Brighton, third. Peggy McKinstry gave a lovely speech and later performed her talent. She should have been Miss Iowa. I went out to the fair this afternoon from 12:00 till 2:30 since the stores were closed for the fair, and scouted around for local news items. I saw Helen Birkey, also some other kids tonight. Mom and the kids went to Cedar Rapids with Orleana and Betty to shop. They brought me a University of Mexico sweatshirt. Virginia went to the fair with Bonnie and then home with her. Ann has the flu that some of Leets had.

Met Mr. Blattner, a Park Graduate - Monday, August 5, 1963

We went in to the fair tonight. It rained so hard that they had to postpone the talent show until Thursday afternoon. We saw Boyd Blattner, a 1935 graduate of Park, and his wife and sons tonight. I never thought I'd meet a Park College graduate in a county fair show barn, but we Park College people get around in this world. A lady who was supervising county extension home economist work last week and was here seeing Iris knows about Park - she was Platte County home economist. I heard from Verna Thompson. She has a National Science Foundation assistanceship at Michigan State this summer. She's been visiting Vivian Pavlis some.

Picnic and a Church Service - Sunday, August 4, 1963

Iris invited Phyllis and me to Sunset Park tonight for a picnic. Jo Janacek, Frances Miller and two of her friends were also there. We cooked shish kabobs and corn on the cob over the grill. It was very good. Then Phyllis and I met the folks, Virginia and Ann at the square. We four girls talked in our car while the others went to the church service in the park. I finally wrote to Marilyn - my correspondence has been terrible. Virginia and Ann went with Leets to Bishops for dinner and now are staying at Grandma's tonight. I had Linda in Sunday School class. She told me I had a good lesson, but I wasn't very well prepared.

Helped With Betty's Shower - Saturday, August 3, 1963

The church ladies had a shower for Betty Weerman this afternoon at the church. Isabelle and Mom were mainly in charge. I had the guest book and gave her gifts to her when she opened them. It was a very nice shower. I got a letter from Vivien. She informed me that I'd have to buy my dress ($35.00 - $45.00) if I still want to be her bridesmaid. We'll have to see. Another typical day at the Journal. It is never dull when Charles and Bob are together. They really act about like two college kids. I had several calls for college page items.

College All-Stars Beat Green Bay - Friday, August 2, 1963

Leets were here for a cook-out supper in the back yard. We kids went in to swim. Mom and Jane brought Alice and Jim in for a little while. Then we came back and watched the Green Bay Packers - College All-Stars football game. The All-Stars won for the first time since 1958. I ran a notice in the Journal for sending in the college page news items. It was really hot again. Virginia and Ann went out to Grandma's to spend the night with Betty and Linda.

Embarrassing Phone Conversation - Thursday, August 1, 1963

I don't think I'll ever live down what I did this afternoon. I was told some visitors had called on Father Lew, the Catholic priest. I called his number and when a woman answered, I asked, "Is this Mrs. Lew?" And as if that wasn't enough, when she said, "This is the housekeeper," I asked, "Is Mrs. Lew there?" I felt very dumb as it dawned on me that Catholic priests don't get married just as she said, "There is no Mrs. Lew." Mom had missionary meeting here this afternoon. I think they finally might be about ready to run my newsprint story.