12/07/31 Letter from [
1742] to EC: "Of course Washington is
very interesting, so that I do not even mind the cold, and
walked for at least three miles today, but if I had had
enough to keep me mentally occupied down in Va., I should
have been quite happy, as it has it's great charms. You see,
I expected to find open lectures, and a Healing Class, and
also, things of interest at the University. But, of course,
one really needs, to live in a city, to have all these things
near at hand. I dislike late hours, and trips out of town at
night. When I was in Switzerland, at a Swiss Pension, I went
to the University, for eight hours during the week. It was
most delightful. But naturally, I could walk in many
directions, too, as Zurich, is a large town. No doubt, I
need the mental stimulus of a city, as I am, more or less, a
negative, introspective nature, and need a counterbalance. A
country-place is wonderful, if you can keep a chauffeur and
cars, and can have your own house and home. To tell you the
truth, I am so used to big cities, and big houses that I
felt, like a Newfoundland dog would feel, in a little fox
terrier's dog-house! You see, I just feel out of place in a
tiny house! But that certainly does not mean, that I do not
admire and appreciate small things, because I know that all
the most valuable parcels, are the very smallest, very often.
Unless, of course, one thinks of ermine wraps, or sables!
But, as I have seemingly inherited, the consciousness of my
German ancestors, who placed a greater value on the higher
forces of life, I have never desired to indulge in furs, or
jewels.
"One of the happiest years of my life, was with my uncle, in
Germany, who was a minister. They lived in the country, in a
large 'Pfarrhaus', so simply they lived, and I took cooking
lessons, and piano lessons, and we took walks, in the well
laid out woody paths, near the village - Twas just a sweet
dream of youth, no doubt - as Shakespeare says, 'Our lives
are such stuff as dreams are made of,' - something like it at
any rate."
12/18/31 EC's letter to Miss [
1742] in D.C.: "This will
introduce to you our very good friend Mr. [
317] who conducts
the [...] School for Boys. I have been very much interested
in Mr. [
317]'s work ever since he opened his school... I
understand he has some problems he wishes to discuss with you
regarding people he is interested in, who need a little
financial assistance in their education. Anything that you
might do would be appreciated by me, and I certainly believe
his work with the youth of the country is worth while - and I
am sure will be of interest to you.
"With kindest personal regards from us all, I am..."
12/30/31 Letter from EC to Miss [
1742]: "I know I should
have answered yours of the 7th long ago, but there were some
days I was quite indisposed; others that we were quite busy,
and consequently it has gone by without having the response
it should have had. I'm trusting that you have had a most
pleasant Christmas season, that you have been able through
your acts of commission to give joy and pleasure to many, as
well as receive that reward that comes from the knowledge of
a deed well done, and the appreciation of that we are by the
reception of many such wishes from our friends or
acquaintances and loved ones. I'm sure you must have.
"Yes, I'm sure you find Washington a most interesting and
worth while place. It has always impressed me by my few
visits there, as being the one place where no matter what was
the purpose of an activity of a group, there was no lack of
thought, time or money in giving to another the service
attempted to be rendered. So often we see many individuals,
institutions and groups, hindered by the lack of ability,
money, or some phase of the experiences necessary to bring
the very best. In Washington, apparently, none of this ever
occurs. There is no lack of ability, no lack of opportunity,
no lack of money. I can't imagine anything more enjoyable
than being able to take advantage of many of the good things
that may be had there in the way of lectures on any subject
or nature, national, international, local or sectional, and
I'm sure you have enjoyed - and are enjoying - it all. The
only thing I have ever seen lacking in Washington is nice
weather. The climate is so awfully hot in the warm season,
and so awfully cold in the winter - and I saw it in both!
"We had quite a pleasant Christmas Day. The two families got
together and tried to, for the moment at least, put out of
the way all the worries, troubles, and look to the hopes and
aspirations, and exalt in our own consciousness as much as
possible the blessings from Him whose birthday we wished and
desired to honor.
"We seem to be making some progress with our studies. The
lessons seem to grow more and more interesting, and seem to
give many in the group visions. Had quite an interesting
request a few days ago from a lady in Holland. I received
quite a thrill when opening the letter, to find that she had
enclosed tien guldens - whatever that is. I certainly hope
we will be able to give something that will be helpful, and
that whoever interested her in the work here will not be
disappointed in our attempt to serve.
"We are hoping that some day you will pay us another visit,
even though it's for only a few days, or a day - but know
that we have all come to love you for having known you, for
the inspiration that you yourself, your mien, your manner,
gives to all - and we are always glad to hear from you..."
4/18/34 See brother's rdg.
378-18 and subsequent Reports in
re brother's business failure, misuse of [
1742]'s money, etc.
Also see niece [
457]'s rdg. in re fear of insanity in family
from sister of [
1742] and [
378], etc.
9/23/46 Brother [
378]'s wife, [
255]'s letter: "Son [
488] and
his wife were here visiting his aunt [
1742], when we arrived
from Europe, so we saw him too. It was just wonderful, the
way Divine Mind solved it all, and so I feel the question of
a new home will be solved too."
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