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Title
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Letters, Aug. 19th, 1911_005
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Alternative Title
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Letters, Aug. 19th, 1911
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Date
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Aug. 19th, 1911
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Creator
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Edith Schwartz Clements
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Description
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Edith Schwartz Clements handwritten letter
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Identifier
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nshs-rg3158am
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Transcription
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5 Mrs. Cowles : shorter than I weight (140-145); plain, a Bromide & a chatterbox. Generally liked because of good-nature, friendliness & an ability to say an infinite deal of nothing. She is usually given the seat of honor & the most attention at new places. I began to feel a little uncomfortable over this until Fritz suggested the comforting & plausible reason that she is taken for much the elder. She does look forty & is 34. (So she says). Dr. Cowles (Chicago University) Homely, good-natured & nice. Can tell a funny story excellently. Dr. Drude ( Dresden ) A “perfect dear,” 59. Sunshiny, thoughtful, says the most unexpectedly funny things. Is always wandering about with his head in the clouds, or getting lost from the party because he has gone off on a sudden search for milk, of which he can drink quarts. Favorite word “Also) (Ger. therefore) Prof. Schrueter ( Zürich ) Picturesque with iron gray hair curling quite long in his neck — beard to match. Also a “dear” — very thoughtful & kind. Entertaining with conundrums & tricks: a fund of information on any subject. Favorite word “Ah, indeed.” Dr. Rübel ( Zürich ) His student (34) Rosy, blond, fresh & smiling — my idea of a typical Englishman. Speaks perfect English. Favorite word “Ah.”
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Rights
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To inquire about usage, please contact Archives & Special Collections, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries. These images are for educational use only. Not all images are available for publication.
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