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.