Monday, January 2, 1939 - Snow, rain and wind today.  Clearing off tonight.  A few stars are shining.  Roy and Edna came home this morning.  Alice washed.  I sewed a little and cut out an apron.  Tom Fulton has cold;  but worked some all day - not much this p.m.

Tuesday, January 3, 1939 - Clear and cold.  Was in bed most of the day.  Freda was with me most of the time.  We both have colds, and Leslie too.  Alice went to the McInnes Mission Circle tonight.  Glenn, to a meeting of the Overseers of the Poor at H.P. Cox's.  The Mission Circle was at Mrs Ross Johnson's.  Miss Margaret Miller and her boy friend Mr Roy E. Vessy, called upon us this p.m.  We had a nice call from them.  Roy was in tonight.

Wednesday, January 4, 1939 - Fine.  Cold too.  Alice was getting ready for Ladies Aid.  Edna was in a while this p.m.  - also Jean Blaikie.  Had a letter from Flora.  Shirley and Morris got their game of Monopoly today.  Inspector Graham Creighton of Halifax County is dead.  School Inspector, he was.

Thursday, January 5, 1939 - Fine.  Quite cold wind.  Ladies Aid met here this p.m.  Mrs Alex Fulton, Mrs Martin S. Fulton, Mrs S. Graham Fulton, Miss Jennie Miller, Miss Jessie Sutherland, Mrs A.L. Margeson, Mrs Roy Blaikie, Mrs H.T. Fulton, Mrs (Dr) J.H. Buntain, Mrs (Rev) William Girdwood, Mrs Edward Horncastle, Mrs S.A. Fulton, Mrs William Nevins, Mrs J.D. Cox, were present.  The Misses Miller and Sutherland remained a little while and played "Monopoly".

Friday, January 6, 1939 - Friday.  Not very cold.  Fine.  Was not very spry.  Have not been for a few days.  Have cold etc.  Was in bed most of the day - up for meals.  Alice was at her mother's this p.m.  Glenn brought her back in the evening.  Glenford Girdwood, Jean and Ruth Blaikie, Mrs G.R. and Joyce Deyarmond were in this evening.  Had a letter from sister Janie.

Saturday, January 7, 1939 - Thawing and drizzly and raining.  They did not work much today.  It was Sacrament Saturday, and preparatory service was held in the church at 2:30 p.m.  Alice, Freda and Leslie and I were at home.  Tom Fulton was not very well and went home in the forenoon as they did not work.  Shirley, Nina, Morris and I  played "Monopoly" this evening.  No one was in.

Sunday, January 8, 1939 - Sabbath. - Dark with a little rain.  Not very cold.  Nina and the little ones kept house.  The others were at church.  It is Sacrament Sabbath.   Mr and Mrs Gordon Miller united with this church by certificate - brought their certificate from Springside.  No one united by profession.  The sermon was from the words "Take, eat, this is my body, which is broken for you".  Three things stayed with me viz "Ransomed", "Cleansed", and "The influence of Jesus' life running down through the ages" as it has done, influencing the lives of men and women and purifying their lives.   Glenn and Alice were at her uncle Joe Day's to tea,  and to spend the evening.  Morris and Eva were to Y.P.S.

Monday, January 9, 1939 -  A snow squall or two, and wind and sunshine.  The clothes dried; Alice's wringer broke, and she could not finish the wash - but they fixed it tonight.  Harry and Nellie were here to tea.  Harry came to Frank B. Cox's garage to look at an old car owned by the Cox (Grant's) boys or young men.  I was not very spry today.

Tuesday, January 10, 1939 - Dark.  A little rain fell.  Also fine snow.  Rather raw and cold.  A poor day to work outside.  The Inspector of Radio Licenses called this afternoon.  We heard of a young Kendrick (Douglas) being in the C.C. Hospital at Truro, having been through an operation - tho' we did not hear what caused the operation.  Tom Fulton, and Morris B. were at the store tonight just before supper.

Wednesday, January 11, 1939 - Fine day.  Club at Mrs G.R. Deyarmond's today.  Alice went.  Am still in bed.

Thursday, January 12, 1939 - Fine today.  The WMS met at the manse today. The WMS is being hostess to the Mission Circle.  No one went from here.

Friday, January 13, 1939 - Fine today but quite windy.  Mr Girdwood was in today - also Alda.  Morris, Tom, Shirley and Nina playing Monopoly tonight.

Saturday, January 14, 1939 - Fine and quite warm today.  Shirley went skating this p.m.  Nina dusted the church.  Miss M.E. Douglas at Roy's tonight to tea.

Sunday, January 15, 1939 - Sabbath.  Fine today.  Nina, Morris, Shirley at church today.  Nina and Morris at Y.P.S.  The Dr. was in this a.m.  Roy and Edna were up.  Nina and Jean were at C.G.I.T. at the manse this afternoon.

Monday, January 16, 1939 - Cloudy in the a.m. and fine in the p.m.  Mrs Alex Fulton, Mr Margeson and Dr Buntain in today.  Nina went skating after school.  This is Congregational Meeting night.   Glenn, Nina, Morris, maybe Tom and Alice are going.

Tuesday, January 17, 1939 - Roy's fiftieth birthday.  He was up to see us tonight.  What a man he has been to us!  And all my boys have been good to me and the little ones.  And now in my old age, what comfort and care!  May he have comfort in his own family if he lives to be old, as has been given to me.  May God bless and keep us all, and may we give our lives to Jesus our Savior and Friend.

Wednesday, January 18, 1939 - Dark and cold this morning.  Finer in the p.m.  No zero weather to speak of yet.  This has been a nice day.  Edna with her kind words, was in this a.m.;  a letter from Mrs Annie Miller - the dear soul!  She is 82 years old, yet she is whole-hearted and keeps the faith.  Then I had a nice letter from Flossie and Gerald, her second son.  A pleasant visit from Dr Buntain; and a precious hour or so from Dear Jane - Mrs Edson Cox.  Was up a while.

Thursday, January 19, 1939 - A few snow squalls.  Rather cold wind.  Two truck-loads of lumber went to Truro (J. Flemming) today from our mill.  Rev W. Girdwood, and Mrs Alex Fulton called.  Nice calls - both of them.  Sat up most of the day - after 9:30 a.m.

Friday, January 20, 1939 - Quite warm this morning but got colder as the wind got blowing.  No snow on the ground here - especially on the roads.  There may be patches some places in the fields.  Glenn and G.R. had their trips to Truro today.   Sent a letter to E.M.B. today.  Miss Mary E. Douglas is up to tea and for the evening.  She brought her sister, Mrs L. Sutherland's baby's photo, for us to see.  She is cute.

Saturday, January 21, 1939 - Not cold.  Some flakes of snow fell.   Cloudy.  They went two trips to Truro with lumber.  Dennie M. Graham here to dinner.  He had been at a meeting of the Dairymen's Association in Halifax.  Jean Blaikie was or is in tonight.   Alice and Glenn are at the store.  I was upstairs (not in bed) all day.  I mended Morris' clothes, and knitted on a sock.  Roy was here tonight.  It is good to have him.

Sunday, January 22, 1939 - Sabbath. - Dark and windy with a little rain.  Alice, Glenn, Leslie and I (of course) at home.  No Y.P.S.C.E. in the p.m.  Too rough - high wind and some rain.  Mr and Mrs Alex Fulton, Tom Fulton, and Morris Blaikie drove (motored) over to Upper Musquodoboit to see Mr John Fulton, (Alex's brother) who lives there and is sick at his home, at his son-in-law's, G.B. Stewart.  They found him not too well.  Dr Buntain called to see me in the p.m.  Told  me I might care for the two bedrooms, but not to go downstairs.

Monday, January 23, 1939 - High wind.  Very chilly.  Alice washed but did not put the clothes on the line.  I made two beds and swept the bedrooms this a.m.  Am feeling pretty well.  The boys did not go to badminton tonight.

Tuesday, January 24, 1939 - Not very cold.  Some wind and a little snow.  Glenn and george Robert went two trips to Truro.  Alice got the clothes out, and in, and ironed.  She told me of Herbert Creelman, South Branch,  having been operated on for appendicts removal.  She called a few minutes at Mr Margeson's.  Guess this is all tonight.  Wrote to Mrs G. Laffin this week.

Wednesday, January 25, 1939 - Showers; some sleet.  Windy tonight.  They went two trips to Truro.  The Y.L.Club had their community supper at the hall.  Glenn, Freda, Leslie and I were at home.  Felt pretty well today.  Finished "The Deputy at Snow Mountain" by Edson Marshal.  Not much of a story but I read late, almost 12 o'clock.

Thursday, January 26, 1939 - Chilly.  High cold wind.  Shirley and Nina took their dinner to school, it was so cold.  Had a letter from Edith Boomer.  Wrote one to F.J.B.  Hope to send it tomorrow.  Glenn and G.R. went two trips to Truro.  Mrs Alex called on her way up to Cross Roads Ladies Aid, held at Mrs Martin Fulton's.  Tom went to Badminton; Morris did not. Said it was too cold.  Felt well today.

Friday, January 27, 1939 - A nice fine day.  Wind not so high or so cold.  They went two trips trucking lumber to Truro. I fixed up the two bedrooms - Tom's and Morris', and my own; patched some, and knit a little, and read and wrote a letter to Brookfield.  Was downstairs to tea tonight, and Morris carried me up to my room after tea.

Saturday, January 28, 1939 - A nice fine day, but the wind was cold.  Was quite well.  Alice washed, and swept my room.    Glenn and G.R. made eleven trips to Truro this week.  Twelve last week.   Had four callers this afternon, viz Mrs Martin Fulton, at first; a call from her is always pleasant.  Then Mrs Will Nevins and Mrs H.T. Fulton made a nice short call - and then Mrs Horncastle, Mrs Girdwood's sister, from the manse - hers was the best of all, I believe, for she talked of Jesus and his love to mankind - and those things of the Spirit which help us to try to live the Life Beautiful.  Glenn and Alice were at the store tonight.  Shirley was at Mrs Hamilton's for dinner and supper. Had a letter from J.W.

Sunday, January 29, 1939 - Sabbath - Cloudy - a little rain.  Nina, Glenn and Leslie and I at home.  They said Mr Girdwood preached a good sermon.  Eldon Brenton was at church with Roy's folk.  Morris and Shirley and Nina were at Y.P.S.C.E. in the evening.

Monday, January 30, 1939 - A nice fine day to dry clothes.  Glenn and the girls went to South Branch and brought Aunt Martha Fleck in for a little visit.  It is nice to have her.  The "boys" went to badminton tonight.

Tuesday, January 31 , 1939 - A very stormy windy night; the snow storm was not so very heavy in this neighborhood tho'.  The girls took their dinner to school.  Roy and Artie Kennedy went to Truro, as did Glenn and G.R. Deyarmond.  The latter had lumber.

Wednesday, February 1, 1939 - Nice and fine and not very cold.  Edna called to tell us she was planning on having Aid tomorrow.  Trust the day will be fine.  Had a letter from dear old Mrs Annie Miller. Hope Aunt Martha is enjoying herself.  She is reading "Crimson Roises" by Grace Livingston Hill.

Thursday, February 2, 1939 - A nice fine day.  Edna had Ladies Aid.  Mrs Alex Fulton and Mrs Girdwood were in to see us.  Aunt Martha finished reading her book - "Crimson Roses".  We had a very pleasant p.m. together.  Nellie was to Edna's Aid, and Alda went back to Truro with her.

Friday, February 3, 1939 -  It was snowing this morning and so Glenn and G.R. did not take lumber to Truro in the forenoon.  They took Aunt Martha home.  She was anxious to get back before it snowed too much.  They have taken Wallace Miller to the hospital.  He was pretty poorly I guess.  Has had years of illness and his mother has attended him faithfully.  She will be very lonesome without him.

Saturday, February 4, 1939 - Snowy, but not rough.  Not cold.  They took Leslie to Truro in the truck this p.m.  He had a good time - got some candy.  John Grant, who has been at Roy's a day or so, went home today.  Wrote to E.M.B. today.  Alice and Glenn are at the store tonight.  Mrs George Bentley called.

Sunday, February 5, 1939 - Sabbath.  Chilly but not very cold.  Cloudy.  Shirley, Glenn, Freda, Leslie and I  were not at church.  Miss Jennie Miller and Miss Jessie Sutherland , the clerks in H.T. Fulton's store called in the p.m. Miss Sutherland is leaving tomorrow.  Shirley and Morris did not go to Y.P.S. tonight.  Roy was here in the late afternoon  .  This is Shirley's 17th birthday.

Monday, February 6, 1939 - Fine with cold wind.  Alice washed.  They went two trips to Truro.  Tom and Morris went to badminton. Had a letter from E.M.B.

Tuesday, February 7, 1939 - Little cloudy; not very cold.  Mission Circle at the manse.  Lola Fulton here to tea; then she and Alice called on Mrs Lester Deyarmond, and attended Mission Circle.

Wednesday, February 8, 1939 - Fine and windy.  Not very cold.  Hauling logs today - Glenn and G.R. Deyarmond.  Not much to write.  A new clerk at H.T. Fulton's. Miss Mercer.

Thursday, February 9, 1939 - A little snow fell most of the day; ceasing about evening.  It drifted some through the day, and is yet doing so tonight - early evening.  It was WMS  day of meeting - at Mrs S.A. Fulton's.  Edna did not go - nor I.  Mrs Alex Fulton did, but I did not see her before or after the meeting.  Glenn and G.R. were hauling logs from Grant Cox's land.  The girls took their dinner to school.

Friday, February 10, 1939 - Quite a nice day.  Some wind.  Glenn and G.R. went two trips to Truro today.  I was at Roy's two or three hours this p.m.  It is nice to get out again.   Alice went to Young Ladies Club at Mrs Dr. Buntain's..  She went and came home with Lola (Mrs A.P. ) Fulton.  Glenn was feeling sort of not very well with cold.  Sent a letter to F.J.B.

Saturday, February 11, 1939 - Rainy.  Foggy and mild.  Glenn did not work, as he was not well, nor did George Robert Deyarmond.  The burial of the late Fulton Johnson Logan in his 81st year, took place at Pembroke, Upper Stewiacke this afternoon.  He lived in Halifax the last years of his life.  His second wife (nee Annie Sutherland) and three sons, and two daughters survive him.  Alice and Glenn are at the store tonight.

Sunday, February 12, 1939 - Sabbath. - Fine.  Cold wind.  Quite icy.  Alice, Shirley and Morris at church from here.

Monday, February 13, 1939 - Some snow fell this a.m., but the p.m. was sunshiny and with a good breeze that dried the washing.  I was upstairs all the forenoon, and three quarters of the p.m.  The "boys" were at badminton.  Had letters from F.J.B., Elsie Aileen and T. Darl, the children.

Tuesday, February 14, 1939 - Rather cloudy.  Not very cold.  Shirley was sick - not at school - today.  Nina took Freda with her this p.m. as they had a Valentine party, and Barbara Fulton went to school too.  Alice made a little call at Mrs Margeson's this p.m. Mrs Alex called (Mrs Alex Fulton)  and we had a nice chat as usual.  Am reading a nice book, "The Grace of God" which Mr Girdwood sent me for a few days.  It is a very nice book.

Wednesday, February 15, 1939 - Foggy a good part of the day, but in the late p.m. it began to rain and blow.  It is raining and blowing tonight.  Mrs W.D. Kennedy spent the afternoon and evening with us.  We are always glad to see her. Mr W.D. came for her and stayed a short time - not long.   George Geddes Junior had dinner with us.  G.R. Deyarmond was not here to dinner.  Shirley did not go to school.

Thursday, February 16, 1939 - All the snow off the road about the Village this a.m.  The mill did not run this a.m., but they worked around the mill.  Had a letter from Jessie Stewart, Oakfield, today.  She is a nice little girl.  Alice and Glenn are down to Mrs Hamilton's tonight. Tom is at badminton.  Morris, at home.  It is cold tonight.  Shirley went to schoool.  Got a barrel of apples this week. 

Friday, February 17, 1939 - Ground bare.  Quite fine.  Freezing tonight.  Pretty cold this morning.   They went to Truro this afternoon.  I went to see the Margeson's this afternoon, stayed to tea.  George was up this evening.    Sent a letter to E.M.B.

Saturday, February 18, 1939 - Pretty warm for February.  Cloudy and damp.  Alice and Shirley and Nina did the Saturday work, and attended the church fire as usual.  Robinson C. Peterson (Bob) had dinner with us.  I was not downstairs much.

Sunday, February 19, 1939 - Sabbath. A nice sunshiny day. Cold wind. All at church except Alice and me. We heard a fine sermon over the radio; preached by Rev. Mr. Murray of (blank space) Cape Breton; on "the healing of Naaman." A good sermon we thought. Glenn and Morris were at Roy's in the p.m. I was upstairs most of the p.m. and evening.

Monday, February 20, 1939 - Hail, snow and some rain. The girls took their dinner to school. It was raining when they went. I made a cushion cover and read some. Dr. Buntain was to see me this p.m. Thought I was doing well, but must keep doing, and not doing, the same as ever. G. B. Deyarmond did not come up to tea: it was stormy, and, as they passed his home, he stayed tonight. Tom Fulton was not feeling very spry at tea time, but went to badminton. Morris did not go. Wrote to E.M.W.

Tuesday, February 21, 1939 - No entry.

Wednesday, February 22, 1939 - Hail and rain and some wind. Icy. A poor old fellow, wet and ragged, called and got dinner. Went away afterwards. Glenn and G. R. Deyarmond did not come from Truro, to dinner. Just a quiet day. Morris hurt his finger, by driving something into it beside, or on the side of, the middle joint of the third finger of his right hand.

Wednesday, February 21, 1939 - This was a bright and sunshiny day. I omitted writing it. So will write what I can remember. We heard of the death of Wm. Crockett Feb. 12 and burial. He left a large family most of whom are married. Mrs. Alex Fulton called a while in the p.m.

Thursday, February 23, 1939 - Quite a fine day - cold wind. Ladies' Aid at Mrs. S. G. Fulton's. Was invited but did not go. Guess I was too lazy. Mrs. Will Nevins called in the p.m. She always makes a pleasant call. Glenn, and G. R. Deyarmond, were to Truro this p.m. No work in the mill as the boiler of something had something wrong, which Glenn took to Truro to get repaired. Tom and Morris were away a little while, out Otter Brook way. Wrote to F.J.B.

Friday, February 24, 1939 - Fine this a.m. Cloudy with a snow flurry or two. This was World Day of Prayer. The meeting was held in Agricola Hall. The Mission Circle had charge of the meeting. Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond, president of the Mission Circle (pro tem) and Mrs. Girdwood, president of the Women's Missionary Society, were on the platform. The program in the Missionary Monthly was followed. (Prayer Day). After the W.M.S. and the Mission Circle had their meeting, Mrs. Ross C. Johnson, and Mrs. Clyde B. Reynolds, leaders of the Mission Band, had a very fine program prepared and carried on by the Gammell Mission Band. May these children retain the teachings of their parents and teachers, and go on with them through life; growing in the knowledge of the Father.

Saturday-Tuesday, February 25-28, 1939 - I was not well. Was in bed most of the time. Perhaps got a little cold. Dr. Buntain was in to see me twice I think. The weather has been pretty fine: snow is off the ground, and no ice to mention. Not very frosty at night either. G. R. Deyarmond has been on the sick list for three days; Roy for two, and Glenn and Edwin are laid aside today. Morris feels not too well tonight, though he is not laid aside yet. Dr. Buntain was to see Glenn; (today Mar. 3rd).

Wednesday, March 1, 1939 - Pretty fine. Snow is pretty much all gone on the roads, and not a great deal of ice except in a few places, on the road to Truro. Alice was to the MacInnis Mission Circle at Mrs. C. B. Reynolds' this evening. G. R. Deyarmond has cold and did not go to Truro with Glenn today. Alice began to quilt a quilt. Roy has cold. Dr. Buntain was in to see Roy and me.

Thursday, March 2, 1939 - A nice fine day with cold wind. I got up and went downstairs today - for tea.

Friday, March 3, 1939 - A fine day; wind not very cold. Morris is feeling not too well - is hot and has retired. Alice has a quilt in the frames. She hopes to get it out tomorrow. The Queen Hotel in Halifax, with two or three other important buildings, (the Liquor Commission Store and some other place of business) has been burned. Edna and Alda were up at different times today. I did not see them, being upstairs; nor hear them.

Saturday, March 4, 1939 - Not cold, but a cool wind and cloudy. Glenn and Morris both in bed. Glenn is better tonight but Morris is feeling badly. Nina is not very well either. Roy is better, but the mill did not run today, as many are ill. Jack Girdwood called this p.m. Mr. Girdwood is too sick to preach to-morrow. So there will be no church. Alice did not get her quilt finished. Morris wrote to Edith Boomer this week. I did not write to anyone as far as I remember. Tom Fulton went home. We got our two little pigs this week: (from William Patterson). Had a letter from Red Deer yesterday. A letter from Mrs. Lloyd Sarcy, Honolulu, Hawaii this week. (nee Miriam E. Webster - my late brother Sylvester's daughter).

Sunday, March 5, 1939 - Sabbath. Dark and damp, with little showers of rain; not cold - no sunshine. Morris in bed all day: I was only up for one meal - tea. Glenn feels better, and got up. They are sick at Roy's - with flu, and cold I guess. No church service - Rev. Mr. Girdwood is laid aside with flu. Very quiet today. Geo. Blaikie did the chores.

Monday, March 6, 1939 - Sleet & rain in the night; cloudy with a few showers, today. Alice's wash did not dry. Glenn and Tom went to Truro this p.m. - with lumber for J. Fleming. None of Roy's were at school; so many of them have flu, or a very severe cold. Roy & Edwin are better. Morris got up, and feels some better - not like work today however. We got the church reports today. Edna and Jean are quite sick.

Tuesday, March 7, 1939 - Windy, with a little rain, & snow toward night/ No sunshine. Girls (S. & N.) took their dinner to school. Glenn took no lumber to Truro today. G. R. Deyarmond and Glenn were hauling logs today. - from Otter Brook. They brought Wallace Miller from C. C. Hospital this p.m.

Thursday, March 9, 1939 - A fine day; not quite so much wind. Was as usual. Did as usual. Morris worked - sawed. Leslie and Shirley are not very well - cold or flu. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. E. Peterson are home from Pickle Croow, Ont. She was Grace Dean before her marriage. There are a lot of sickness and death from the flu, all over the land. An old gentleman, Alex. F. Fulton of North River Col. Co. died in the C. C. Hospital (Mar. - blank). He has been there some years.

Friday, March 10, 1939 - Not quite so cold - but wind cold yet, though not so high today. Was at Roy's this p.m. Edna and Jean and Thelma are better. George was in bed this p.m. Saw Artie Kennedy and Graham Fulton while there. Morris seemed tired tonight. Hope he is getting round O.K. Shirley was abed all day. Trust she is well, soon. Sent a letter to Red Deer today. E.M.B.

Saturday, March 11, 1939 - Another sunshiny, windy cold day, as so many of the days are this winter. G. R. and Glenn went to Truro this p.m. Mrs. Alex. called, and we had a nice little chat. Tom Fulton was home this p.m. Edwin and Morris were working at window sashes. There are many people sick throughout the country.

Sunday, March 12, 1939 - Sabbath. Another day of cold wind and sunshine. No church service as Mr. Girdwood is still ill. Harry, Walter, Don and June and Lee were here this p.m. Only Don here to tea. The others were at Roy's. Morris took me to see Mrs. Miller this p.m. Have not seen her for some time. She is much the same in health. Was glad to see her. These people get lonely a times; but there is one who never fails them - Jesus our Saviour.

Monday, March 13, 1939 - Cold wind; snowed most of the afternoon; snowing and blowing tonight.                 Glenn and G. R. Deyarmond (Bob), took lumber to Caribou this morning; and Glenn went to bring Willie Wallace from the C. C. Hospital (Truro) to William Patterson's. Willie has been in hospital for some months, or quite a few weeks, with a cut, or hurt knee. Neither of the girls were at school today. Alice was not very well. Roy has been up to see me; it is good of him to come so regularly to see me. How many things I have for which to be thankful!! W.

Tuesday, March 14, 1939 - A bad storm, wind and snow. No mail today. J. Taylor got to Otter Brook but no further. The mill did not run. Glenn was over to Mr. Margeson's a little while this forenoon.

Wednesday, March 15, 1939 - A fine day. Alice washed today, and the clothes dried. I was cutting and sewing at patchwork a good part of the day. Dr. Buntain had difficulty in going his rounds. Had a prayer chain letter; did not reply, or write any letter to go on.

Thursday, March 16, 1939 - Dark with wind; not very cold. Shirley went back to school today. She is better. Glen, and George Robert broke out the mill road today. They did not go to Truro. There is to be no W.M.S. this week; took many of the members are ill. Little Stewart Rutherford has pneumonia: think he is slightly better.

Friday, March 17, 1939 - Fine: rain last night; soft underfoot today. Pretty comfortable day. Glenn, G. R. Went to Westville Pc. Co with doors and window sashes. They are not home yet, 9.15 or about that time. Wrote to F. J. B. & W. F. B. Was at Roy's a while this p.m. Had a letter from N. A. A.

Saturday, March 18, 1939 - Rather dark and chilly. They were hauling logs today. Nina was to Mrs. Hamilton's today. Mrs. Evangeline Graham (widow of Wm. Graham Sr.) died about 9:30 this a.m. aged 76 yrs and nearly 3 months. She has been ailing for some time. Cyrus Graham, her eldest son, was here to dinner; William Jun. and Nelson were at Roy's. It is since Mr. William Graham (the father) died.

Sunday, March 19, 1939 - Cloudy this a.m. Fine in the p.m. Snowy at night, growing colder. Alice and I and the little ones were at home and listened to Rev. A. Murray's sermon at Sydney C.B. Alice and Glenn were over to Mr. A. J. Day's a little time in the p.m. The girls, Tom Fulton and Morris, attended Y. P. S C. E. (Young Peoples Society of Christian Endeavor) Roy was up in the eve a short time.

Monday, March 20, 1939 - Quite cold this a.m. Alice washed and the clothes drived & she ironed some of them. I just did the same as common. Glenn and G.R. were to Truro this p.m. Alda called. Alice and Glenn were to see Mrs. Hamilton tonight. Mrs. Evan Graham (Evangeline) was laid to rest in the burying ground of Lower Burnside beside her husband and two of three children.

Tuesday, March 21, 1939 - Light snow falling nearly all day. Not very cold and no wind to mention. Glenn and G. R. went to Truro. Heard of the death of Mr. Geo. Graham, Newton Mills, today. He had pneumonia. This was a quiet day; nobody called as far as I know.

Wednesday, March 22, 1939 - A little snow fell today - not much; there was some sunshine; not much cold. Had a letter from Bessie today; I prize her letters. Edna was in a little while this p.m. and Thelma called to give me a note sent by Mrs. Girdwood. Glenn, and G. R. were to Truro; twice I think. We hear that Jas. Fulton of Cross Roads has been appointed "The Reader of the electric metres" in place of Frank B. Cox. Mr. Geo. Graham of Newton Mills was laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery today.

Thursday, March 23, 1939 - Quite a nice day. Rather cold a.m. Roy took Edna and me to W. M. S. at Mrs. Edson Cox's this afternoon; only seven were present, viz., Mrs. W. Girdwood (Pres..) Mrs. Horncastle, Mrs. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. Alex Fulton, Mrs. Roy Blaikie, Mrs. Edson Cox & myself. The meeting was held at Mrs. Edson Cox's. I remained at Mrs. Cox's to tea, and for the evening. Had a nice visit with Miss Douglas, the school teacher who boarded at Mrs. Cox's, and with Miss Laura Cox; also Jessie and Stewart Fulton who stay with her (Mrs. Cox). Morris came for me in the p.m. after badminton. B. Dean died Mar (blank).

Friday, March 24, 1939 - Nice fine day. Sunshiny. Morris hurt his leg below the knee, by the saw mill carriage crushing it in some way - or squeezing it severely. He came to the house and got it anointed with iodine and fixed up somewhat; then went back and worked the rest of the day in the mill; it was pretty painful tho. Alice went to a quilting held by the Y. L. C., at Emma Butcher's (Mrs. Warren Butcher). Mrs. A. P. Fulton, Thelma Blaikie and Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond. Glenn took them all in his car.

Saturday, March 25, 1939 - Sunshiny with cold wind. Just mended today: Glenn and G. R. Deyarmond hauled some wood for ourselves today, and delivered some about the village. Shirley was down to Mrs. Hamilton's. Messrs. Charlie & Lloyd Blaikie & Stewart McCabe were here this p.m., ordering some lumber for Stewart who is building a new house for himself. He and Lloyd were here to tea; and Charlie, at Roy's.

Sunday, March 26, 1939 - Sabbath. Dark and cloudy. Only Alice, Shirley and Nina were at church from here. Morris' foot, or leg is better, but not all well. Thelma was here a while before she and the girls went to Y. P. S. C. E. Morris did not go. Roy was up; it was nice for us to see him; he does not often miss seeing us, Sabbath, sometime.

Monday, March 27, 1939 - Dark with a little rain and a wee bit sun. The clothes did not dry. They (G. R. and Glenn) were to Truro. Alice spent an hour at Edna's this p.m. She does not often go. There does not seem to be much to write. Morris' leg is getting better.

Tuesday, March 28, 1939 - Rather cloudy, with a little rain & snow. Glenn, and G. R. Deyarmond went to Truro; Glenn traded in his car, and got a new Dodge (1937) - at Blaikie's Garage. Mrs. Barrett visited us today; it was heartsome to have her. She left early in the p.m., as she went on to call on Mrs. Annie Miller. Had letters from Mrs. E. M. W., Mrs. H. L. S. and Mrs. R. B. (E. M. B.) Sent one to E. M. W., so they would cross.

Wednesday, March 29, 1939 - A fine cold day: with wind. Glenn got his 1937 Dodge car today. He and Shirley, Nina and Morris tried it, in having a short drive this evening. W. P. Creelman is having lumber sawed for a new barn. Tom Fulton is away - out home I presume. His father has had cold or is not feeling quite as well as common.

Thursday, March 30, 1939 - Dark and cloudy; looks like more snow. Glenn and G. R. were to Truro twice today; they are not home tonight, yet. Morris and Tom are at badminton. Mrs. Alex Fulton was in this p.m. She had a letter telling of Esther Brown Johnson's death, in Mass. Miss Jessie Brown, sister to Mrs. James Johnson (Esther) five half sisters, Jamie, Nettie, Clara, Mary and Dorothy Webster. That is Mrs. J. S. Collings (Jamie), Mrs. Frank Abrahamson (Nettie), Mrs. M. D. Town, Mrs. John Sargent (Mary) of U.S.A., and Miss Dorothy C. Webster of Wittenberg, Col, Co., N.S. respectively are left to mourn Mrs. Johnson's loss. Her husband passed away three years ago. I think she was 65 years old on Jan. 11, 1939.

Friday, March 31, 1939 - Soft; rained and snow last night. Thawed today. Roy's folk got their new Renfrew range; John A. Grant is agent for the Renfrew Co. in this section. Alice baked Edna's bread for her. Sent a letter to F. J. B. today. We heard of the death of Elliot Graham, almost 26, eldest son of Cyrus and Emma Graham: he died of pneumonia. Cyrus' mother died Mar. 18, an Cy is very ill himself; also his wife.

Saturday, April 1, 1939 - Cloudy, not very cold. Roads betting bad. Was at Roy's to dinner, and until about 4 p.m. Wallace Miller is pretty far gone in T.B. He has been fighting it for many years. Frank Peterson, South Branch, was here to dinner.

Sunday, April 2, 1939 - Sabbath. Dark: rain and hail tonight. There was church service in the village and  South Branch today; but no Y.P.S.C.E. tonight in the hall. The funeral of the late Elliot Graham was held in Stiles Church, Burnside this p.m. Roy and Edwin, G. R. Deyarmond and A. P. Fulton went in Roy's car; also S. Graham Funton.

Monday, April 3, 1939 - Rather cloudy, but it thawed all day. Alice washed the clothes and ironed them. I cleaned the last drawer of the bureau out & tidied it; and one closet. Sowed and cut patch work. Morris has gone to Badminton, and Tom is going. Roy was not up last night; he may be tonight. Sent a letter to E. M. W. today; and received one from E. M. B. and also one from J. W.  Roads are getting bad.

Tuesday, April 4, 1939 - Rather cloudy. Wind chilly. I cleaned the two closets in my bedroom, the one in the corner and behind the door. Was tired and did not do much this afternoon. Alfred Johnson was here to tea. How we like to see the friends from Burnside, or any others for that matter. The old friends are rooted in the hearts that are growing old.

Wednesday, April 5, 1939 - Snow falling and melting. Wallace Miller's funeral was held this p.m. Roy took our car, and drove the pall bearers. Alice went in Roy's car. Morris and Tom went & Tom went home after he came from the funeral. Alice is at McInnis Mission Circle tonight. Glenn is not well. Had an Easter card from Eva Steel, a letter from Janie and one from Edith Woodworth.

Thursday, April 6, 1939 - A fine warm day. Glenn feels better today; but not able to work yet. Morris has gone early to have a game at Badminton, with Jack Girdwood. This was a nice quiet day. I was over to Mr. Margeson's an hour or so this p.m. They are so nice, and kind.

Friday, April 7, 1939 - Cold, (not frosty) snowy & some rain; windy too. Was at Roy's a little while this p.m. Had an Easter card from little Margaret Johnson. So nice for her to remember me! Morris is busy tonight. There is choir practise Just at Roy's. Alice has the room over the kitchen cleaned.

Saturday, April 8, 1939 - Dark; No rain I do not think. Cool wind. Had a card from Maggie Foster (Easter card.) Alice cleaned my room today; I took the things out, and arranged them again. Glenn and Alice are away as usual Saturday Eve. Morris went to Hilden.

Sunday, April 9, 1939 - Sabbath. Snowy: not much cold. Glenn and the little children, Freda & Leslie were home from church. I was at church. Morris drove the car down, and took Alice, Shirley, Nina and me. Rev. Mr. Girdwood preached a sermon on the resurrection; I did not hear it very well. Roy E. Vessy was on the platform with Mr. Girdwood; he read the scripture and had prayer. Jack Girdwood was here in the p.m. but not to tea. There was a thank you offering of the Mission Band in the Hall tonight. Morris and I did not go. Roy came up to see me afterward.

Monday, April 10, 1939 - Quite a good day for wash day. Alice also cleaned the "Boy's" bedroom. She and Glenn are down to see Mrs. Hamilton and Wilmer tonight. Morris & Tom are at Badminton. Clarence Barrett has a hemorrhage of the bowels. He was having fainting spells at the store on Saturday: they took him home, (he had four or five fainting spells) and Dr. Buntain attended him; he cannot work for a while - he is seriously ill. Note to E. M. B.

Tuesday, April 11, 1939 - Dark and rainy - roads quite bad. Not much occurred today. Roy was at the door but I did not see him. I ironed some of my clothes. Guess that was yesterday. Cut some patchwork ready to piece. Had letters from Edith and Florence. Morris had one from Marion J. Blaikie, Box 1499, Miami, Florida.

Wednesday, April 12, 1939 - Dark and rainy, something like yesterday. I patched underwear most of my spare time. Guess Edwin and Morris must be working in the mill tonight, as Morris is not in, yet. Wrote to Mrs. E. Miller. Have gone to my room, and am alone.

Thursday, April 13, 1939 - A little snow fell this a.m.: but the weather cleared, and the sun shone the rest of the day. Roy took Edna and Mrs. Alex Fulton (she walked in from her home to Roy's) and me to the W.M.S. meeting at Mrs. Edson Cox's. We had a nice Easter meeting.

Friday, April 14, 1939 - Quite fine. Roads not too bad - not good tho. The Ladies Aid was held at the Manse this p.m. Roy took Mrs. Alex, Edna and me down and Geo. came for us in the evening. Ladies present. Mrs. S. A. Fulton, Mrs. W. Nevins, Mrs. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. J. D. Cox, Mrs. Edson Cox, Miss Mary Douglas, Mrs. Stewart Hickman, Mrs. Dr. J. H. Buntain, Mrs. Roy Blaikie, Mrs. E. Horncastle, Miss Gladys Upton, & myself. It was a nice Aid. Miss Upton, who is quite a musician, favored us with vocal (a little) and instrumental music. The time passed quickly and we departed for our homes, having spent an agreeable afternoon. One has a thought for the old faces and friends of other days, gone, but remembered in our hearts. Had a letter and selection from "Streams in the desert" from Edith.

Saturday, April 15, 1939 - Some snow squalls. Not much went on only the regular routine. Roy and Edwin went to Truro; they changed their old car of a new one, and brought it home. Alice and Glenn were to the store and at Mrs. Hamilton's this evening.

Sunday, April 16, 1939 - Pretty fine but cold wind. Morris took the car (Glenn's) and took Alice, Shirley & me to church. Mr. Girdwood preached about people "who are on the fence" so to speak. The ten virgins; the young man who was "not far from the Kingdom of Heaven." It is much better to be a good way from the fence, on the right side than anywhere else, was the thought of his sermon. Born to Mr. & Mrs. Peterson (Geo. E. Peterson & Grace M. Dean) at Upper Musquodoboit, a daughter. Died at Stewiacke Apr. (blank) Muir McCabe.

Monday, April 17, 1939 - Quite fine, cold wind. Alice washed. Edna got word of her sister's death in U.S.A. (blank) Mrs. Gordon Gilbert (Rena - Serena). They are bringing her home - to Musquodoboit. Roy & Edna went over this p.m.

Tuesday, April 18, 1939 - Quite warm; a little rain this p.m. But it is raining tonight. I was up to call on Mrs. A. Miller - this is her birthday. She is 80 something. In bed all the time: her knees are stiff; she cannot stretch them out straight. I had not seen her since Mar. 12, but she does not look bad to be lying there so long. We had a nice time together. Mrs. Alex Fulton, and Mrs. Jane Ellis and Mrs. Billy Patterson called while I was there; Mrs. Alex & I walked down to the Otter Brook together. Roy came from Musq. leaving Edna with her sister. Mrs. J. A. Grant.

Wednesday, April 19, 1939 - Dark with some showers. Rain tonight. I mended quite a bit today. Alice went to Mrs. Ross Johnson's this p.m. They, the McInnis Mission Circle, are quilting a quilt for their Mission Box; and quilted at Mrs. Johnson's. Billy Wallace, an English youth, who has been pretty sick and in hospital, and has been making his home at Mrs. Wm. Patterson's, is spending a month at A. Putnam Fulton's; he drove Mrs. Putnam Fulton into the quilting; little Barbara Fulton came with them and stayed here with Freda and Leslie until Billy Wallace came back, then returned home with him. Tom and Morris are out to Mr. Alex Fulton's tonight. Mr. & Mrs. A. Putnam Fulton are here now. I had gone to my room so did not go downstairs.

Thursday, April 20, 1939 - Rained last night, and dark this morning, but it was quite warm in the afternoon, and there was a little sun, I think. J. W. Benvie and son Jamie (Jimmy) came in the p.m. and began shingling the roof of the house. Roy went to a session meeting of Elders & minister of the church at Mr. Alex. Fulton's tonight; also J. W. Benvie. Morris went to a committee meeting of the Y.P.S.C.E at the hall; he also intended staying to play Badminton for a while. The roads are pretty bad. I was putting the blocks of my quilt together this afternoon.

Friday, April 21, 1939 - A lovely fine windy day. I finished the top of my quilt, this afternoon. Miss Jane Ellis called a while. J. W. and Jamie Benvie were here shingling.

Saturday, April 22, 1939 - A nice fine day, like yesterday. I did a little mending today; was in Mrs. Margeson's a little while - also in Roy's. Edna, Roy, Edwin and George got home this a.m. They had been a Mr. Wm. Dean's, Upper Musquodoboit, all night. They had a very hard time getting from Middle Musq. to the church and cemetery. The road was terrible; the procession (blank) cars got stuck a number of times, even the hearse got stuck; and they carried the coffin into the cemetery; it was very heavy and sealed and made of a very heavy material. The trip to the cemetery (some 11 or 12 miles) was made under very hard circumstances - the road was so bad. This was Mrs. Gordon Gilbert's funeral, Edna's sister. They got stuck on the way home this a.m. The funeral was held in the Upper Musquodoboit Church yesterday at 2.30 o'clock. Glenn and Alice are at the store tonight. J. W. and Jamie Benvie went home before tea.

Sunday, April 23, 1939 - Sabbath. Dark, foggy this a.m. Rainy as the night came on; raining this evening. Alice, Shirley, Nina, Morris and I were at church from here. I sat with Mrs. Miller, Gordon's mother, and Gordon and Priscilla.  Shirley, Nina, Jean and I went to the manse this p.m. at the C.G.I.T. meeting. We spent a quiet afternoon. Roy is downstairs; think he will be up before ere long. Morris is at Y.P.S.C.E., also Nina.

Monday, April 23, 1939 - Cloudy, with cold wind. J. W. and Jimmy Benvie were shingling away at the roof on our house, when word came that his shop was afire. A crowd went to the rescue, but the shop (tool etc.) and henhouse & a quantity of wood burned. Quite a loss for him. Wrote to F. J. B.

Tuesday, April 25, 1939 - Another fine day. J. W. and Jamie Benvie shingling again today. Edwin Blaikie slept here last night, as John A. Grant brought Mr. and Mrs. Ray Fleming and Mr. Gordon Gilbert over to Roy's last night on their way to Mass. after their sorrowful, and difficult errand of bringing their dear one home, and laying here in the cemetery in Upper Musquodoboit. Creighton Grant was with his father J. A. Grant. They left Roy's for Truro after dinner.

Wednesday, April 26, 1939 - Another pretty fine day; but some clouds; J. W. and Jamie Benvie were shingling today. Was in Roy's a little while this a.m. and in Mrs. Margeson's a short time tonight. Tom Fulton went out home; he usually goes on Wednesday nights.

Thursday, April 27, 1939 - Rather gray and cool wind; a few slight showers. J. W. and Jamie Benvie were not here today. In the p.m. Mrs. Alex Fulton and Mrs. E. McKenzie & Mrs. Jame Ellis & I were at Mrs. S. Graham's helping with a quilt. We came home, Mrs. Alex and I, about 7.15 p.m. Tom Fulton and Morris were at Badminton.

Friday, April 28, 1939 - A fine day with cool wind. Was down to see Dr. Buntain and get more tablets, Glenn took me down and brought me home. Am quite well, tho' have to take heart medicine. This was Mr. Margeson's birthday - 84. He had a number of friends to call on him. It is nice to see him - such a pleasant old man! The McInnis Mission Circle are having a surprise party at the manse for Miss Gladys Upton, Mr. Girdwood's niece before she goes away - to her home at Grand Manan. Alice and Lola walked down. Wrote to J. W.

Saturday, April 29, 1939 - Another fine day with cold wind: but the roads are drying up. Not so many cars getting stuck in the mud. J. W. Benvie and Jamie, his son, were shingling. Later. Tom F., and Morris were to the store; and now Tom has gone home, and Morris, to bed. Alice did not go to the store tonight; I do not know why - perhaps she did not feel very well, and was too tired to go. Glenn went. Had a letter from E. M. B. with Elmer Jacobson's snap in it. Elmer is Edith's nephew. Mrs. Nellie Boomer Jacobson's son. He is a nice young many they say.

Sunday, April 30, 1939 - A very stormy, drifting, windy day. The snowdrifts are pretty big for the last of April. It began snowing this a.m. and has continued all day. Glenn, Shirley, Nina and Morris were at church from here. No Y.S.P.C.E. tonight. Glenn & family started for Mrs. Hamilton's this p.m., but got stuck in the village and came home. Alda, and Eldon Brenton came up in the p.m. He did not return tonight. Roy was up.

Monday, May 1, 1939 - Nice and fine after the big snow storm. There was a lot of snow fell: but a lot thawed today: however the roads are getting pretty bare; there is a lot in the fields yet. It was hard turning out this a.m., for any one on the road. Eldon Brenton went down with the mail leaving his car at Roy's. Had a letter from F. J. B. Sent a letter to Mrs. P. R. G.

Tuesday, May 2, 1939 - Quite warm, but snow not all off. It was cloudy, with some sunshine. Was at Roy's for tea. Had a nice time. Had a letter from Noel, Hants Co.

Wednesday, May 3, 1939 - A fine day; snow nearly all melted. A truck got stuck on the road. just above our house tonight, about dusk. They got him hauled out O.K. Edna was up a little while this p.m. I ironed and sewed some. The truck was David Creelman's; driver George P. Deyarmond.

Thursday, May 4, 1939 - Dark, with some rain. Rather cool. Mrs. Kennedy (Mrs. David) sent two books for me to read - a Reader's Digest, and a little book of Rev. David Coburn's poems. I know the poems are nice. Alice cleaned a bedroom; I did very little except sewing some, and reading. Sent a letter to E. M. B.

                "So the hum of the far off 
                no longer falls heavy on my ear,
                But the words which drop from the Master, I am
                                bending my soul to hear.
                "So loving and trusting and working, I am trying to do his will; 
                For the Master's most beautiful lesson is ever to wait and be still."

Friday, May 5, 1939 - Dark, with chilly wind. Just a commonplace day. Alice was at Edna's a few minutes. I just moped around. Alice was at her mother's to tea: Glenn & Shirley motored down after her this evening.

Saturday, May 6, 1939 - A nice fine day. Was just sewing &c today. Was just sewing &c today. Nothing much went on. Amy Barrett was here to tea. She is a nice little girl. Alda called. Almon Miller got his car today. It is a year today since Uncle Harris Blaikie died.

Sunday May 7, 1939 - Rained in the night. Dark with showers. Sabbath school began today. Mr. Girdwood, Superintendent. Roy has Meadowvale S. School, but it did not open today. Harry, Nellie and Little Mary were out this p.m. Harry and Mary were here to tea. Nellie with Edna. I was alone a little while as they all went to church but Glenn brought Leslie home soon after church service began. Roy and Edna were up tonight. New elders were voted today; but as the papers or ballots are not to be opened until Thursday p.m., we do not know who they are.

Monday, May 8, 1939 - Dark, with cool wind. I did not go to church; all the others did, but Glenn and Leslie did not stay long. Sabbath school was opened, and Shirley, Nina, Freda and Leslie & Morris all attended. There were forty three at S. School. Mr. Girdwood is the Superintendent; as Mr. Alex Fulton, who has filled the office for many years, is not able for it now. Meadowvale S. School did not open. In the p.m. Harry, Nellie and Little Mary were here. Harry and Mary to tea. Nellie was at Roy's. They went home early.

Tuesday, May 9, 1939 - A lovely fine warm day. In the p.m. Glenn took me to Mrs. Pearson's; I visited at the Pearsons until about four o'clock: then I walked to Mrs. Edmund M. Miller's and was there to tea; then Glenn, Nina, Freda & Leslie came for me. I had a pleasant afternoon among them.

Wednesday, May 10, 1939 - It was foggy and dark this p.m. I didn't do much but read and sew some today. Alex Fulton brought his brother John in and John spent the forenoon here and the afternoon at Roy's. It was nice to see him. He is having a visit with Alex & family, and I hop he enjoys himself. He is lonely and sad with his wife and only child gone, and he left to live with his grandchildren.

Thursday, May 11, 1939 - A nice, fine warm day. Roy and the girls went to Truro this morning & back at tea time. Mr. R. G. Barrett & son Clarence are doing some painting at both places - Roy's and Glenn's. Edna did not go to W. M. S. today. She had no girls home to help. I went with Mr. and Mrs. Alex Fulton. We had a nice meeting at the manse. Mrs. Hamilton, Mr. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. S. A. Fulton, Mrs. Horncastle, Mrs. Girdwood, Mrs. Alex Fulton & myself; also Mrs. Geo. Bentley were present. Mr. Girdwoon motored Mrs. Alex Fulton and me home. The votes for the elders are being counted tonight, out at Mr. Alex Fulton's. They Y.P.S.C.E have a play, from Middle Musquodoboit, in the hall, here tonight. Wrote to F. J. B. today. Mr. & Mrs. Gordon R. Miller had a son born to them, at Mrs. Miller's father's, Burnside, yesterday, May 10th, 1939. Mr. Herbert Bentley (blank) is dead.

Friday, May 12, 1939 - A fine day; cool at night. Mr. Barrett and son Clarence were painting here today. Roy went to Truro this p.m. Nothing of importance occurred today. The ballots for the elders of the church were counted last eve, at Mr. Alex's (Fulton's). The three elders elected were Archie Bentley, Otter Brook, Ross Johnson, and Morris Blaikie of this village.

Saturday, May 13, 1939 - Fine with cool wind. Herman Johnson was hauling and scaling ashes for us today. Mr. Barrett and Clarence were painting until three p.m. Then they went to Arthur L. Kennedy's to paper a room. Alice and Glenn & Nina went to Truro this p.m. Tom Fulton has gone home.

Sunday-Wednesday, May 14-17, 1939 - Sabbath was quite fine, Alice was home from church. The sermon was on mothers. I forget it tho: In the p.m. Alice, Glenn and family went to Mrs. Hamilton's a short time. Roy, Edna, Edwin, Thelma and Ruth were up. They are all so kind and thoughtful. Monday was sort of hazy, but clothes dried.                 Tuesday was cold, especially the wind. G. R. Deyarmond and Glenn were to Truro.     Mrs. J. W. Deyarmond and Ethel, Mrs. G. R., were here to tea. Mrs. J. W. is not feeling very well, tho she is not making much complaint. Ethel had a customer, wanting sewing done, call for her and went home soon after tea. Mrs. Deyarmond waited until Morris and I went to Otter Brook; and we took her down to Ethel's (Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond's). Morris called at Archie Bentley's a little while, and then came home. Was in Mr. Margeson's a few minutes Wednesday. Rather cool too, but not as cool as yesterday. Just patched and darned a little today. G. R. and Glenn were trucking to Truro this a.m., I think. The elders are meeting and the manse tonight, to arrange about the new elders. Had a letter from E. B. B. today.

Thursday, May 18, 1939 - Cloudy and cold; Wind cold; some rain. G. R. Deyarmond and Glenn were to Truro. This p.m. they got stuck in F. Fleming's (lumberman) yard. It was late when they got home. Alice had gone to A. Putnam Fulton's to the Y. L. Club, and was late getting home, as Glenn went for her, after he returned from Truro. A. L. Kennedy spent the evening here. The P.E.I. election held today, results in victory for the Liberals. Harry Blaikie's dog was run over by an auto a few days ago; Mary (their little girl) picked him up and in his pain and agony he bit her slightly, her hands &c, but it is not serious. The dog is dead.

Friday, May 19, 1939 - Rained last night a little; cold, damp & some sunshine through the day. Rained some showers early in the a.m. G. R. Deyarmond & Glenn were to Truro. Had rheumatism in my shoulder today; was in bed for two or three hours - it was so cold. Not much to write tonight.

Saturday, May 20, 1939 - Fine today; wind not very cold. Was at Roy's a while this p.m. Mrs. Chester Hamilton was there. Edna fixed sleeves on my dotted dress. Mrs. John Jennings (nee Inez Day) and Mrs. Leonard Reid (nee Edna Reid) were here to spend the afternoon. Nina was at Mrs. Barrett's. Alice and Glenn and Shirley are at the store &c, also took the ladies, Mrs. Reid and Mrs. Jennings, over to Mr. Day's, South Village.

Sunday, May 21, 1939 - A nice fine day. Not too much wind. We all intended going to church, but my sister and brother Dot and Walter Webster, and their little handmaiden, Ester Peterson came just as we were starting, and Glenn & I stayed home with them. Then Mrs. Janet Geddes came from church and we were glad to have them all. They all left a little after two o'clock p.m. and we all, except Morris, went for a drive except Morris. I went to see Mrs. Chas. Chute in Mid. Stewiake, and Glenn & family drove to Truro; just going and returning. Morris and Shirley and Nina were all at Y.P.S.C.E.

Monday, May 22, 1939 - A nice fine day. Not so cold as common. G. R. and Glenn went to Truro, after dinner I rested a while, and then walked up to see Mrs. Annie Miller at Mr. Martin S. Fulton's. Had a nice call there. Came home a little after five. Sent a letter to E.M.B. today. Roy was up last night, but I know he is tired, and works hard. I should go down tonight, for they are so kind to me; I am lazy though.

Tuesday, May 23, 1939 - Rained some last night. Was at Roy's a while this p.m. and Edna fixed the sleeves of my dress. Just a little afternoon dress. Mrs. Robertson, Stewiacke, got orders for suits of clothes from Roy and Glenn.

Wednesday, May 24, 1939 - A nice day, but cloudy sometimes. They, the men, had a holiday. Some of them went away, Nina went up to Mrs. Barrett's. Shirley & I were to Mr. Margeson's a while this p.m. There is not much to write. A cloth agent - also selling suits &c was here this p.m. Tom Fulton went home.

Thursday, May 25, 1939 - A nice sunshiny day; cold wind. Alice was putting the finishing touches to the painting in the kitchen, dining room & entry yesterday and today. Edna was in a few minutes to see us - about taking the New Observer. Mrs. Brison, nee Lulu Sibley, called - she dined at Roy's.

Friday, May 26, 1939 - Cold wind. Sunshine. G. R. and Glenn trucking to Truro. A play from (blank) under the Y. L. (blank) is in the hall tonight. Shirley, Nine and Tom & Morris are attending. Nina took her music lesson. I was upstairs most of the time during the day.

Saturday, May 27, 1939 - Pretty fine; cloudy in the p.m., cold wind. Just an ordinary day. Mrs. Alex Fulton called. Edwin's 25th birthday. I did not see him. Walter, Ralph, Don Blaikie, and a Master Burgess called, on their way to Burnside on a fishing trip. They also called on their way down. I gardened a little today.

Sunday, May 28, 1939 - Quite a rain last night; and it was dark and cloudy with slight showers thru the day. We were all to church: the new elders, Ross Johnson & Morris Blaikie, were ordained. Rev. Dr. Archibald of Brunswick St. Church, Truro, was the assistant minister; and preached from the text, "For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Christ Jesus." The hymns sung were 638, 379. Jack Girdwood spent the p.m. and had tea with us. We like to have him visit us.  Glenn & Alice and family were down to Wilmer Hamilton's in the p.m.; returning before tea time. Roy and Jean were up a while tonight. This was Mr. Alex Fulton's 75th birthday.

Monday, May 29, 1939 - Dark and cloudy, with some rain in the p.m. But he clothes dried and Alice got her ironing done. Glenn, and G. R. Deyarmond were to Truro. Just a quiet day.

Tuesday, May 30, 1939 - Dark and cloudy. I ironed in the a.m. After dinner Morris took me to see Mr Alex's family - and Putnam's too. Had a nice visit. Saw the children's store, Mrs. Alex's flowers and fan quilt, pictures etc. Had such a nice talk with Alex and Mrs. Alex. Such times are nice for friends. There is a meeting of the session at J. D. Cox's tonight.

Wednesday, May 31, 1939 - A nice fine p.m., except cold wind. I just did the little duties coming to me this a.m. After dinner I rested a little while, and mended &c or knitted. After tea I went to see the Margeson's. Glenn took J. R. Benvie and some of the family to Truro toi see Janie (Mrs. J. W. Benvie) who has had an operation for bladder trouble, gall stones or something, in the C. C. Hospital. The Presbyterial of the W. M. S. met in Noel Hants Co. today. None of our folks were there. It would be pleasant to go in some ways, but as one grows older, and feels some of the infirmities of age creeping on, the enjoyment is hard to manage perhaps. Anyway one can read the reports in the papers. Wrote to F. J. B.

                "Sometimes mid scenes of deepest gloom,
                 Sometimes where Edens bowers bloom,
                 By waters calm, o'er troubled seas, 
                 Still 'tis His hand that leadeth me."
                                    author Joseph Henry Gilmore
                                                          1834-1859

Thursday, June 1, 1939 - A fine day, not very cold wind. Mrs. Alex and I went to the hall, to an institute meeting this p.m. It was the Institute Rally. I could not hear very well, but saw a few friends. Saw Mrs. J. F. Anderson. Mrs. Fulton and I came home early. Mrs. Dryden Power had a faint turn; the Dr. (Buntain) took her home. They Y.P.S.C.E are having their Rally at Stewiacke this evening & p.m. I presume.  It's great to say 'Good Morning'; it's fine to say 'Hullo,' But better still to grasp the hand of a loyal friend you know. A look may be forgotten, a word misunderstood, But the touch of the human hand is a pledge of brotherhood.

Friday, June 2, 1939 - Quite warm. The wind got cold through the day - towards evening. Alice washed. Morris dug the ground for me, after tea; hope to get it fixed into a garden today. Went to H. J. Fulton's store in the truck when Glenn & G. R. went to Truro. Then, having made my purchases, I went to visit Mrs. Edson Cox, and Miss Laura Cox. Had a nice call, and got home shortly before tea time. Nellie & Harry were fishing today. They called here tonight - and stayed a little while. Wrote to Mrs. G. L. today. Charlotte and Guy Laffin, Noel, Hants Co.

"Mother of sons, she sees them go, the long, long trail, the trail that leads from home. Proudly she sees them join the throng of burdened men with heads held high and hearts that are brave with song; gladly she sees them take the place where they belong. But … sometimes at twilight, by the loved fireside, while drawing up the chairs, she thinks of little boys who used to come & say their prayers." Louise Seymour Jones, United Churchman.

Saturday, June 3, 1939 - A nice fine warm day. Yesterday I think it was, I saw a white butter fly, and I saw one today too; have heard that that was a harbinger of warm weather. Mrs. Reuben Dean was here to dinner, and then went to Mrs. Hamilton's and Mrs. W. D. Kennedy's; came back here and Glenn & Alice took her up to J. W. Benvie's. I was gardening today, and Mrs. Margeson came over to where I was, and we had a little talk. Glenn & Alice are away as usual on Saturday night. C. E. Bentley, Truro, is dead. Mrs. Alex Fulton went to Truro and North River today.

Sunday, June 4, 1939 - Quite fine and warm. All the family at church except Glenn, Alice and the little ones. Rev. H. S. Raynor preached a good sermon on the foundation of our lives; it was taken from Matt. 7:24:27. The house with a good foundation & that having its foundation on the sand. Glenn & Alice were to Stewiacke and East Stewiacke this p.m.

Monday, June 5, 1939 - Fine this a.m. Dark & a thunderstorm this p.m. Alice washed. The clothes got dry. I was up to see Mrs. Miller this p.m. Had a good visit - only not very long. There is a life insurance agent - the Mutual - here tonight. I went to bed early: & Freda with me.

Tuesday, June 6, 1939 - Dark, with slight showers, which did not stop them putting in oats; they got about 3 acres sowed. After dinner, Morris took me to the manse where I had a lovely afternoon's visit. Mrs. Girdwood is such a nice friend. Mr. Girdwood is in Sackville N.B. at the Maritime Conference. Glenn & Shirley and Nina came for me.

Wednesday, June 7, 1939 - Dark this a.m., but turned out fine, cold windy day. Our oats are all sowed: and the gardens are in course of preparation. Herman Johnson is doing the work. I was at Roy's a short time. Roy went to Truro again this morning. He is on the jury. The music teacher is on her rounds today - Miss Geraldine Reid Dickey. Alice is at Mission Circle at Philip Cox's tonight.

Thursday, June 8, 1939 - Fine; wind not as cold as yesterday. Did not do much work; was at Roy's this a.m. a little while. Glenn took Edna and me to W. M. S. at Mrs. Edson's after dinner. Georgie (Mrs. Geo. Bentley) came along, and went with us. There were 8 ladies present: Mrs. Hamilton, Mrs. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. Horncastle, Mrs. Girdwood, Mrs. Edson Cox (hostess), Mrs. Geo Bentley, Mrs. Roy Blaikie and I. A good meeting. I stayed to tea; Mrs Laura Cox who has boarded with Mrs. Edson Cox for some time, is expecting to go away to Londonderry shortly, and as I have liked her, and have gone to see her once in a while, I stayed to tea. Morris came for me in the evening. Mary Douglas, our teacher, (school) boards there: also Jessie and Stewart Fulton. Sent a letter to E. M. B. today.

Friday, June 9, 1939 - A nice fine, warm day. Some wind. I gardened some in the forenoon. Mrs. Joseph, Alice's aunt, came to see us. We had a nice visit with her. Then Cyrus Graham was here to dinner - no - supper. Mrs. Chas. Mattatall, nee Gail Blaikie, and her little Gail Joan came with Charlie and Lloyd, the latter two were at Roy's to tea. Then, after tea, they all got away, and Glenn, Shirley and Nine and Tom Fulton went in to Truro to see a play. So we were very quiet this evening. Gail brought me little Gail's photo. J. W. Benvie was fixing the front door etc. this eve. A shower is being held for Reta Fulton, and Mrs. Don McLeod's, (her cousin) tonight.

Saturday, June 10, 1939 - A lovely fine warm day. I did not do much today. Just a little sewing, and looked at the things I have planted. Roy and Glenn went to Halifax to see about selling lumber; do not know how they got along. Home to tea. Mrs. Margeson was over a little while this p.m. Alda Blaikie and Isabel Fleming were in a few minutes before dinner. Tom Fulton and Morris Blaikie have gone to the store. Alice and Glenn are going.

Sunday, June 11, 1939 - Another nice day. Warm sun & wind. Rev. Mr. Girdwood preached his sermon from Matt. 11 7-9 verses. I cannot remember the sermon, but it was good, helping people to love the higher, better qualities displayed in the lives of those around us; to go to them to see the best in them. The third Sabbath, in July, I think is to be Sacrament Sabbath. Glenn and Alice went to Truro, and brought Janie Benvie (Mrs. J. W.) home from the hospital. After they came home, Morris, Glenn, Shirley, Nina, Freda, Leslie and I went for a drive round Eastville. Was at Roy's a little while after tea; and Roy was up to see me too. Miss Helen Dickey, and Mrs. Harry Johnson (nee Norma Cox) were at church, today.

Monday, June 12, 1939 - A nice fine warm day. Alice washed the week's wash and it dried well. This was Glenn's and G. R. Deyarmond's 46th and 52nd birthdays. They hauled logs, and took lumber to Musquodoboit. There is a shower being held at her home, for Alda, tonight; Alice and the girls are there.

Tuesday, June 13, 1939 - A fine day; not so very hot, but warm. I ironed my clothes this a.m. Afterwards I was tired and rested a little while: then mended some clothes. Was at Roy's a while in the p.m. Roy, all the girls, and Geo. went to Truro, while I was there. Edna was alone in the afternoon, when I left. Glenn is away - do not know where. Tom and Morris are both out; Morris may be in now. Alda got some very nice presents last night. Alice was calling a few minutes on Mrs. Margeson outdoors.

Wednesday, June 14, 1939 - Dark; raining some this p.m. and is, tonight. It will be good for the crops. Nothing much went on today. Edna was up this a.m.;and Alice was down a while & not long. Glenn is away tonight - I know not whither. Jack Girdwood called this evening.

Thursday, June 15, 1939 - A nice fine - not hot day - with some wind. Quite a rain last night. The crops are looking fine. Bob and Glenn were trucking - hauling logs from Grant Cox's. They had some difficulty with the logs which were piled very high, and, I think, almost came down on them. They did not get hurt, but had a very heavy load to bring home. This is Nina's 16th birthday. The King and Queen left Halifax this p.m. - on the ship "Empress of Britain", for Newfoundland, the first lap of their return journey to the homeland of England. May they reach home in peace and safety. They will be very tired; but it was a nice visit; and they are worthy rulers I believe. Heard them entertained at New Glasgow yesterday; and Halifax today.                 Harry, Lee and Ralph called this p.m. for a few minutes. They were at their cottage at Short's Lake. They had seen the King and Queen in Truro yesterday. Eldon Brenton's Grandmother, Mrs. Mehitable Breton's, and her twin sister, Mrs. Rhoda Dartt, were on the platform in Truro to see the sovereigns and had a handshake with them; they are in their 98th year - the only twins that old who are know to be that age.                I wrote to F. J. B. today. Glenn and Alice are at A. P. Fulton's tonight - or Alice is. Put and Glenn are tending to the affairs of the place. Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond made the dress for the little girl who presented the bouquet of flowers to Queen Elizabeth, at Truro Station.

Friday, June 16, 1939 - Dark and showery: cool, too. Glenn and Bob (G. R.) went to Truro today. Alice was sewing some, baking &c. I just did a little mending, knitting etc. Sent a letter to Mrs. W. F. B. No letter from Flossie yet.

                Yet love will dream, and faith we trust
                Since He who knows our need is just,
                That somehow, somewhere, meet we must. 
                Alas! for him who never sees
                The stairs shine through the cyprus trees!
                Who, hopeless, lays his head away,
                Nor looks to see the breaking day
                Across the mournful marbles play!
                Who hath not learned, in hours of faith, 
                The truth to flesh and sense unknown, 
                That life is ever lord of death, 
                And love can never lose its own!

Saturday, June 17, 1939 - A cool wind, but a fine day. G. R. Deyarmond went to Truro today. Nothing much happened here. Leslie and I were up to Mr. Martin Fulton's to see Mrs. Annie Miller. She is pretty much the same. Mrs. Fulton was to the funeral of Mr. William Johnson (Billy Johnson) with the Millers, Mr. and Mrs. Billy Miller and their son Almon. We came home about four o'clock. Alda was here to tea; we had a nice time. Glenn and Alice, Tom and Morris are at the store.

                The years go by,
                and we often sigh
                for the sight of a missing face.
                But they're happy there
                in that home so fair
                for they've won the Heavenly Place.

Sunday, June 18, 1939 - Fine, but a cold wind. Was not at church. Glenn was not there; and Freda & Leslie came home after Sabbath School was over. After dinner Glenn, Alice and family drove over to Upper  Musq. just for a drive. Nina went up with Irene Benvie to dinner, and they went to Springside to hear the Caledonia Choir: then they came to the hall for Y. P. S. C. E. After tea Glenn & Alice drove to East Stewiacke to see the Goodwins. Percy came home from hospital over a week ago. He is not to work any. Edith Goodwin, his daughter, was threatened with pneumonia and has been ill; but she hopes to get back to normal college this week. Geo. Robt. & Ethel Deyarmond called. Also Charlie Cox. Also Harry L. Blaikie & wife & June & Mary and Mrs. Fleming - on their way back to Truro.

Monday, June 19, 1939 - Fine. Quite a frost last night. Alice washed as usual on Monday. I just knit a little &c. Mrs. Alex Fulton called this p.m. She just got back from visiting in Truro and North River. After tea I went to see Mr. and Mrs. Margeson a little while. The deer are hurting their garden. Roy went to Oxford, to get something about the mill repaired.

Tueday, June 20, 1939 - Fine and warm. The wind was warm too. They loaded a car in Brookfield today. Charlie Cox was helping Glenn and G. R. Alice was at the club at Mrs. Fred Rutherford's this p.m. Not much went on. Edna, Alda and Roy went to Truro this late p.m.

Wednesday, June 21, 1939 - Dark this a.m.; but turned to a fine day; quite warm. Alda's 23rd birthday & wedding day. Charlie Cox was working here, with Glenn & G. R. Deyarmond. Alda Blaikie and Eldon Lloyd Brenton were married at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Blaikie, at 4 p.m. by Rev. Wm. Girdwood, minister of Upper Stewiacke and South Branch Congregation. Those present were Rev. W. M. Brenton, Freda and Irma, the family for Roy Blaikie, Miss Olive Ross & Mrs. Elmira Blaikie; the newlyweds went on a trip, after a nice buffet lunch. It was a pretty wedding. Wrote to E. M. B.

Thursday, June 22, 1939 - A nice sunny day, with cool wind. In the p.m. Edna and I went to "Aid" at Mrs. Edson Cox's. It was a nice meeting. Mrs. S. A. Fulton, Mrs. Girdwood, Mrs. Horncastle, Mrs. Carrie Lynds, Mrs. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. J. D. Cox, Mrs. H. J. Fulton, Mrs. (Dr.) Buntain, Mrs. Roy Blaikie, Mrs. Lester Deyarmond, Mrs. John Fulton, Mrs. Donald McLeod, (these two had their babies, Franklin Grant; and Donald Fulton with them). And Miss Mary E. Douglas (school teacher). Mrs. Alex Fulton was not present, as her brother & his wife came to visit her this p.m. Miss Reta Fulton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Fulton and Milton Cooper of Middle Stewiacke were married tonight at the manse, by Rev. Wm. Girdwood.

Friday. June 23, 1939 - Fine, cool wind, and sunshine. They carried water for Alice to wash today. Mrs. Jennie Stewart, widow of Samuel Stewart, was not buried today (corrected). The play (blank) from Princeport was held in Agricola Hall tonight. The Y. L. C. had them come. I guess this is all; had a letter from Flossie today.

Saturday, June 24, 1939 - Dark, with a few glints of sunshine today; but some rain - not very much - in the late p.m.: most of it came as evening came on. Miss Douglas had school today; this term is finished. I was in to see Mrs. Henry Cox, and her sister, Mrs. Agnes MacVicker this p.m. They are sisters of Mrs. Stewart who died recently. Florence Grantm Mid. Musquodoboit, is visiting her aunt & uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Blaikie.

                There, if not here, the hopes which true hearts cherish,
                The flowers of human lives we count as lost
                Will live again, such beauty could not perish,
                For heaven has no frost. Lucy Larcom.

Sunday, June 25, 1939 - Sabbath. Rained some in the night, last night, but not much today. It was dark and chilly - no sunshine. Shirley & Freda were home from church; but they were at S. School. Florence Grant was here to dinner, and Flora, Mrs. Percy Goodwin, to tea. She was at Roy's to dinner. Baynard Bentley motored Mrs. S. J. Creelman & Betty & Clare & Flora from Stewiacke this a.m. They went among their various friends. Mr. Girdwood preached from Matt. where holy things are not to be made light of. That we should have reverence for God, and sincere and true reverence for holy things. Tom and  Morris and Mr. Alex Fulton, Tom's father, went to Pleasant Valley, Brookfield, to see Alex's sister who is not very well - she is in her 81st year. They returned home early, bringing Mr. John Fulton, Mr. Alex's brother, who was at Mrs. Field's (their sister), with them; He is out at Mr. Alex's. Mr. and Mrs. (nee Alda Blaikie) Eldon Brenton returned from their honeymoon.

Monday, June 26, 1939 - Dark and cloudy; not very warm. Alice washed and ironed today. Alda and Eldon went home to Brookfield after tea. This is school meeting night. Glenn is there. Morris had a letter from Edith today. Freda and I called at Roy's and at Mr. Martin Fulton's this p.m. Mrs. Miller is about as usual. Provincial Exams began today. Mrs. Edson Cox is Deputy Examiner. There are sixteen candidates writing exams.

Tuesday, June 27, 1939 - Not very fine. Cloudy most of the day. Sun shown out a little once or twice. I ironed my part of the clothes. Leslie and I took a walk out the Otter Brook Road this p.m. Edna was in. Alice and Glenn are to the store; it is open Tuesday nights now and closed Wednesday p.m.

Wednesday, June 28, 1939 - Nice fine day; not very warm. I did what washing I had this a.m. and ironed the clothes in the p.m. Was in to see Mr. and Mrs. Margeson a little while: Mrs. John McCoul was there helping them, they had taken up their carpet to clean it, and were putting it down again. Mr. & Mrs. Milton Cooper's reception is at her father, Mr. Frank Fulton's, tonight. Morris was the only one who went from here. Some of them are going from Roy's.

Thursday, June 29, 1939 - A fine day. Cool wind thought. Eldon Brenton was up from Brookfield, and bought our veal calf. We heard that Mrs. Hannah Sandeson and Philip Cox were married, in Truro, today. Wrote to F. J. B. I was at Roy's a while this p.m. Viola Dean was here to tea; she had been taking the provincial exams. Mr. John W. Fulton is going to Mr. E. Grant Cox's to live.

Friday, June 30, 1939 - No rain yet, tho' it looks rainy. This p.m., after tea, Tom, Morris, Mrs. Alex Fulton, Mrs. Grant Cox and I went to Mrs. Alex Fields, Pleasant Valley, Brookfield to see them, and especially Mrs. Fields, as she is sick. We had a nice visit, and got home shortly after 12 p.m.

Saturday, July 1, 1939 - Dark all day, with rain in the late p.m., and evening. This rain was needed; the crops will look better now; especially if the weather becomes warmer. The preparatory service, Saturday's, was held this afternoon. Jack Girdwood is here this p.m. Alice and Glenn are abroad tonight.

Sunday, July 2, 1939 - The rain did a lot of good. Today is warm. This was Sacrament Sabbath. One new member united with the church - Glenford Greer Girdwood. We had a nice service; the 35th and some portions of the 40th chapters of Isaiah were read by Rev. Mr. Girdwood. Our new elders, Ross C. Johnson and D. Morrison Blaikie, assisted in the serving for the first time. Glenn, Alice & family were to Short's Lake. Morris was at Mr. Margeson's & at Roy's in the p.m. Roy was up to see me a while in the eve. He and Edwin and the girls were to Brentwood.

Monday, July 3, 1939 - A few showers; dark, but warm. Was in Mr. Margeson's a little while tonight. Glenn, Tom & Shirley and Nina are at the senenade - Mr. and Mrs. Philip Cox - tonight. Charlie Cox was working here - with Glenn - G. R. Deyarmond and family being in Truro.

Tuesday, July 4, 1939 - Foggy this a.m., but it was a nice fine day. Morris motored me up to Mrs. David Kennedy's after dinner; had a nice visit; was there to tea. Heard of Mr. Henry Creelman's death; he lived in Hantsport, Hants Co. I walked to Mr. Herman Johnson's, where Glenn, Shirley, Nina, Freda and Leslie and Mr. Luther Fulton who was at our place today and is staying at his niece, Mrs. Herman Johnson's tonight. Had a letter from E. M. W. today, telling of sister Nettie & her husband Frank Abrahamson being home from U. S. A. Wrote to E. M. B. and E. M. W. Had a letter from E. M. B.

Wednesday, July 5, 1939 - A A fine, quite hot day. Was in Roy's a short time this p.m. Ladies Aid was held at Mrs. Alex Funton's this p.m. I did not go, as I did not feel extra smart. The McInnis Mission Circle was to have met with Thelma tonight, but not enough members came, so they had not any meeting. The late Henry Creelman was buried in Riverside Cemetery this p.m.

Thursday, July 6, 1939 - Fine; pretty hot. After tea, Alice, Glenn, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Fulton, Mrs. Grant Cox and I motored to Wittenberg to see Brother Walter Webster, who has a cut leg; and also to see my sister, Nettie, Mrs. Frank Abrahamson & Frank and their family of three & Mr. Leslie Kruegar. We had a very nice little visit - Walter is not able to be up much; Nettie's are going back to their home in Southbridge, Mass. on Saturday.

Friday, July 7, 1939 - Fine some of the day. Mostly cloudy, but no rain. The community had a shower for Mr. & Mrs. Philip Cox. They were all so glad to have Philip get married. He is a nice man & has got a nice wife. Morris & Tom did not go to the shower. Alice and Shirley and Nina went - and Glenn drove to Philip's for them, and called a little while.

Saturday, July 8,1939 - No rain yet. A fine day. Was in the see Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. Martin Fulton this a.m. Earle Kennedy arrived with the first strawberries. After tea Morris & I left for Stewiacke, where we arrived about 8,30 I think. He called at the manse on our way, and bade Mrs. Horncastle farewell, as she is going away, when the minister's family go on their vacation.

Sunday, July 9, 1939 - Sabbath. A nice fine day. All of is, Edith, Fred Woodworth & Mr. and Mrs. Harold Steel wet to church in the a.m. and when Morris went home in the p.m., the latter went to P. R. Goodwin's with him. All had tea there.

Monday, July 10, 1939 - Fine again. Edith washed.

Tuesday, July 11, 1939 - Fine again. Mr. & Mrs. H. L. Steel and sister Flora (Mrs. Percy R. Goodwin) came from Stewiacke East, and are here tonight. Mrs. Steel, Eva, came home (she had tea a Mrs. Smith's) with them.

Wednesday, July 12, 1939 - Another fine day. Mr. H. Comeau working with Fred. Mr. Meadows called. Miss Bessie Wrayworth was here to tea. She is an R. N. They had a sing song, with vocal and instrumental music - organ and combs.

Thursday, July 13, 1939 - A thunderstorm this a.m. Cloudy some of the time today. Flora and Eva motored up this p.m., stayed to tea, and took Flora home afterwards. We had a nice quiet day. Harold Steel put up a (blank) clothesline for Edith this p.m. Sent a letter to F. J. B. and D. M. B.

Friday, July 14, 1939 - Dark, with glints of sunshine this a.m., but rain began shortly after four o'clock p.m. and it seems like to be a wet night. Harold and Eva had a car drive or two; they wished Aunt Edith and me to go with them, but we declined as things did not seem to be right ready for us to go. In the p.m. Harold and Eva went to Percy Goodwin's to tea. Rev. Dr. Archibald called, and was here to tea. We had a nice little visit, with him.  Fred did not get Mckenzie's hay in - it is getting wetter.

Saturday, July 15, 1939 - St. Swithin's Day. Showery and dark. A Mr. Stewart, from the town, called, and we went to the town, this a.m. (all of us), did some errands, and came back. Harold and Eva left for their home in Amherst on the 5.10 train this p.m. Edith and I will be alone tonight, as Fred has business in town and is getting ready to go now.

Sunday, July 16, 1939 - Some nice sunshine. We went to church this a.m. Rev. Dr. Archibald preached a very nice sermon - but I cannot remember it, as I did not hear it perfectly, tho much better than I hear sometimes. In the p.m. Harry and Nellie, Ralph, Lee & Mary Lou called a while. They came in from Short's Lake. Fred went to Church in the evening.

Monday, July 17, 1939 -- Sunshine, and a few small showers. Edith washed today. Harold Comeau was working with Fred. They were at a Mr. McKenzie's, where the hay is mowed, but the rain came and so they got none in. Mrs. C. Ellis and her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Cox, called to see us this afternoon. Mrs. Ellis is expecting to go to Halifax to see her brother, Mr. Jacob Withrow, for a few weeks, so came over to see Edith (Mrs. Woodworth) and me before going away. Fred Woodworth has a cold, which is very loth to leave him.

Tuesday, July 18, 1939 - Fine this a.m., but thunder showers this p.m., and a rainbow shown in the sky about 7 p.m. We saw three airplains (sic) flying over this p.m. Harold Comeau and Fred went to McKenzie's to hay, but the rain prevented any hay being put in the barn. J (blank) is going abroad tonight. Walter Webster's leg is worse again, and he had to be on his back.

Wednesday, July 19, 1939 - Fine in the a.m. but rain in the p.m. Edith baked bread before dinner. Bernard and John Rogers called in the p.m. Mrs. H. Page Tupper and Eddie called after tea. Fred's cold is not well yet, but he finished haying at Mr. McKenzie's.

Thursday, July 20, 1939 - Fine this a.m.; thunder showers in the p.m. and it is wet tonight. Fred mowed at Neil Fulton's this forenoon, and part of the p.m. He put in a load of hay; then it rained and he had to stop. Harold went home tonight.

Friday, July 21, 1939 - Cloudy most of the day, but a little sunshine. Cool tonight. Fred Woodworth and his mother took me to Brother Walter Webster's this a.m. They stayed to dinner, then returned home, leaving me to visit with Dot and Walter and Esther Peterson and Walter Hubbard who are their helpers. Had some nice talk with Bro. Walter Sent letters to E. M. B., Mr. A. B. and Mrs. A. M.

Saturday, July 22, 1939 - A lovely fine hay day. Dot's back is pretty sore; she took it suddenly. Walter Hubbard was logging. Brother Walter's leg seems slightly better. Mr. Geo. Sargent was here to tea. Mrs. Armsworthy (nee Sara Taylor) was here to dinner. Mr. and Mrs. A. Mitchell and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Nickerson (or Nicholson) were in - not together - after tea. Edith sent me my heart tablets, which I had forgotten. Mr. Norman McLeod brought them to me.

Sunday, July 23, 1939 - Sabbath. A nice fine day. Quiet, too. No church service. Walter and Dog had some callers. Mrs. B. Richardson R. N. called and looked at Walter's leg. I slept, and read in the p.m.

Monday, July 24, 1939 - Dark; a few drops of rain. Dot's back is sore. Dr. Harvey was to see Dot and Walter Webster. Walter has to stay on his back for another week. And Dot has medicine to take & to refrain from meat, eggs etc.  Walter Hubbard, who works here, was mowing - hand mowing.  Esther Peterson, who helps Dot, washed some clothes. Ralph Pulsifer brought some things for Dot and Walter Webster tonight. Esther, Walter & I played sticks; I am no good at it, but am good to make fun for being so useless at the game. Mr. George Gibbons died this morning.

Tuesday, July 25, 1939 - Another fine hot day.                 Walter Webster was on the couch outdoors a while this p.m. I was upstairs resting both in the a.m. and p.m. My ankle was sore. Flora, Percy Goodwin and Donald Blaikie came, and took me to their home tonight. Dot's back is not much better.

Wednesday, July 26, 1939 - Another good, quite warm hay day. Mr. Dickie and Mr. Miller and Don. Blaikie were haying for Percy today. Percy does not gain very fast. It would be so good to us all if he would gain right along. But God knows best - he will do what is right with his own. Miss Audrey and Miss Shirley Morton were in this p.m.

Thursday, July 27, 1939 - Fine again. This week is certainly fine for haying. Wilbert Miller, and Harry Dickie, with Donald Blaikie, are getting. Don is just visiting, but he is pretty good for doing little chores etc. I rested in the p.m. - and knitted a little. After tea, at which Mr. Retson, (blank) was present, Donald returned to Short's Lake; going nearly there with Mr. Retson, and walking the rest of the ways on foot I think. Today was Nellie's wedding day 19 yrs. ago: also her 37th birthday. They had a party I understand. They would have a pleasant time no doubt. Our hearts go with our dear ones in the pleasant times of their lives; and we are glad to know they are well and happy; In the saddened times, too, we would fain share their sorrows, as when they were with us; they cannot often be, but we can leave them to Him who hears our poor prayers, and know the Father in Heaven never fails us - and our children.

Friday, July 28, 1939 - A good hay day: nice breeze. Write to F. J. B. today. Percy worked quite a lot today. Wish he felt better. They got some hay in. Mrs. Creelman was here to tea. She is a new friend. Mrs. J. Sharples was here a while too. Enjoyed both of them. Flora is so good and kind to me - and Percy and Edith, their daughter, too. I must sleep soon.

Saturday, July 29, 1939 - Fine; good day for haying. Was knitting this a.m. Rested and slept a while after dinner. Then Rev. Dr. Archibald called and talked a while. He made a nice call. Harry Dickie and Wilbert Miller,  finished up Percy Goodwin's haying - all but some rakings. Percy drove the last load home. Then we came to Stewiacke after tea, met Edith and Fred and came home to their place. I hope Flora, Percy and Edith Goodwin got home safely, and are feeling better. Again Stewiacke has been visited by a fire, burning C. Leck's place of business.

Sunday, July 30, 1939 - Sabbath. Fine; some clouds; a very small shower. Fred, his mother and I attended church this a.m. Dr. Archibald's text was, "the light shineth in darkness and the darkness comprehended it not." He is a very good preacher, but I cannot remember the sermon. There was a small congregation out. After dinner we drove to Mrs. McKillop's and stayed there - Edith (my sister) and I while Fred went to St. Andrews River and had a swim. Burnham Cox was here in the p.m. (evening).

Monday, July 31, 1939 - Foggy this a.m., but a fine day. Fred went up town about the middle of the a.m. He was mowing for (blank). Got home at tea time. This was a quiet day. Edith washed the week's wash. She was talking to Dr. Harvey anent Walter's leg. It is far from well. Fred away to a dance.

Tuesday, August 1, 1939 - A nice fine day, as usual. Fred was away haying. No one was here. Edith was baking some this a.m. A quiet day was spent. Had letters from F. J. B. and Morris. Fred and Edith are milking now.

Wednesday, August 2, 1939 - Another good hay day. Fred away haying: got home soon after we had our supper. Edith and I pitted cherries; she had about 12 qts. preserves. It was W. M. S. day, but Edith could not go, as Fred was away. Mr. and Mrs. Havelock (Trapper) Andrews, their two little boys, and Mrs. (blank) (nee Mildred Andrews) called in the evening. Mrs. (blank) is a sister of Mr. Andrews, and lives in U. S. A. - just in N.S. for or on a visit.

Thursday, August 3, 1939 - Fine again; but cooler. Cool wind. Fred away haying. Edith & I went to see Mrs. Ellis and Mrs. J. H. Cox (nee Nellie Ellis) this p.m. I stayed to tea but Edith had to go back home, as they had a boy working for them today, and she had to get his tea for him. We had a nice time together, and I had Mrs. Ellis for company part way home. It is a cool evening, but nice. Had a birthday card from Eva and Hal.

Friday, August 4, 1939 - Dark and foggy in the a.m. Some rain in the p.m. Fred went up town this a.m. but came home at dinner time. Robt. Chesley was here all day - not working all the time. Fred has a bad cold. I wish he were well. This is my friend Mrs. P. W. Graham's birthday; I did not even write to her.

Saturday, August 5, 1939 - Dark and rainy; showers for the crops. Fed was not well, Dr. Harvey was to see him last night. He has a heavy cold; he was out of bed this p.m. but kept on the couch. Robert Chesley was here. Roy called me up this p.m. It was good of him. They are kind to me. Roy meant the call, for my birthday.  Burnham Cox was in a while. Jamie, Nettie and Mary sent me birthday cards. Very kind of them.

Sunday, August 6, 1939 - Another bright day. None of us were to church, as Fred has not got all well yet. Burnham Cox was helping do the chores, and was here to breakfast. This is my 69th birthday. After tea, Mr. & Mrs. Harry L. Blaikie, Lee and Mary Lou came a while; then Mr. and Mrs. Alex Fulton and their son Tom, and Jessie Brown and Morris; in the evening Messrs. Albert McKillop and Harold Smith came and spent a little time with us. We had a nice time. My hand (left) and wrist are quite sore. The folk from Upper Stewiacke expected to go to North River ere they returned home. They broke the muffler of the car and had to have it fixed.

Monday, August 7, 1939 - Dark, not and some rain tonight. Robert Chesley here. A little handkie from Sister Clara for my birthday came today. Fred went to mow today. My hand sore.

Tuesday-Tuesday, August 7-14, 1939 - Was not at church. Rev. L. Y. Marshall of Brookfield and Middle Stewiacke was the preacher, as Dr. F. E. Archibald is having his vacation now. The rheumatism is bothering me. Edith is very kind to me, as everybody is, but I do not like to bother her, when she has plenty of work for one her age to do. Was in bed, one day all day; Mrs. Alice Ellis spent an afternoon at Edith's and had tea with us. She is a nice old lady - 83 in the coming Nov. - but bright and quite well. She went home after tea.  On Thursday eve., Shirley, Nina and Morris came for me and we reached home about nine o'clock p.m. On Friday p.m. J. D. Cox's barn burned with all the hay. But the cattle were all out and I guess, most everything that was in the barn was saved, except the hay. Many people were there.  Saturday, Aug. 12th, I remember very little about. Tom and Morris went to H. J. Fulton's store in the eve. Sabbath Morris was at church and S. School, and after Glenn, Alice and family had a drive, in the p.m. he went to Burnside where he visited Mrs. P. W. Graham's and Alfred Johnson's. Monday Alice washed; Miss Lugrin's (86 yrs) funeral was held in the Village Church. Alice went to it. Tom and Morris went to Truro, Earltown &c; Tom purchased a radio. They supped at the Douglas Home, and were pleased with their visit. Tuesday was fine. Mr. & Mrs. Gordon R. Johnson called to see us; we were glad to see them - just a flying call - but glad to get that from old friends.

Wednesday, August 16, 1939 - A fine day. Yesterday poor little Bobbie our little white and yellow dog got run over and killed. We feel sad for our little pet. But better to lose him than the little ones. He was a kind little fellow. Wrote to F. J. B. This p.m. was very quiet, as Alice and children were at Mrs. A. Putman Fulton's visiting Barbara Fulton for her birthday (tomorrow), We had a number of visitors in p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Philip & Mr. & Mrs. Parker Cox & Marguerite Sandeson & J. W. Girdwood. Nice time.

Thursday, August 17, 1939 - Rather a dark day, with slight showers. Mr. and Mrs. Adamo & two little ones, Ronald & Gail & Mrs. Fleming were at Roy's to dinner; all except Mr. Adamo called here. Glenn, and G. R. Deyarmond were hauling locally today - that is, from not far away. The p.m. was quiet. After tea Glenn took the girls to Aunt Edith's; Neil D. Benvie called; am up in my room now. Glenn got home late. They are well at Aunt Edith's.

Friday, August 18, 1939 - Cloudy this morning, but, except for a slight, heavy rain for a few minutes and a few drops a time or two, it was quite fine. G. R. Deyarmond and Glenn took a load of some thing - shingles or lumber - to Abercrombie today. They returned near tea time, and took a little bit to Upper Musquodoboit - a Mr. Byers.  Mrs. Alex Fulton called. We always have a nice call from her. Morris and I accompanied her home.

                "Sometimes through scenes of deepest gloom,
                 Sometimes where Eden's bowers bloom,
                 O'er waters calm, mid troubled seas,
                 Still tis God;s had that leadeth me.

Saturday, August 19, 1939 - Fine. Glenn, and Tom Fulton went to Aunt Edith's to bring Shirley and Nina home. They returned late in the p.m.

Sunday, August 20, 1939 - Sabbath. Quite fine. Alice & the little ones & I were home from church. Mrs. Hamilton came up after church and stayed a little time in the p.m. In the afternoon, too, came Mrs. Edson Cox, and Stewart Fulton, and we had a nice time. For tea we had Miss Lola Henderson, Mr. Neil Benvie, and Jack Girdwood whom we like to have; Harry, Nellie and little Mary Lou, and Alda and Eldon Brenton. Morris and Jack went to Y.S.C.E

Monday, August 21, 1939 - A cloudy; not quite so hot. Shirley was to her Grandma Hamilton's today. Alice washed &c: Nine helped me get dressed. Mrs. Alex called and brought me a nice bouquet of flowers. Roy was to see me. The Dr. (Buntain) called to see me this p.m. C. Cox was working with Glenn, in place of G. R. Deyarmond. Had a letter from Edith (E. M. B.) with the girls. It went to Stewiacke.

Tuesday, August 22, 1939 - Another nice day: not quite so warm tonight. We had a nice call from Mr. Girdwood; also one from Mrs. P. W. Graham, Mr. & Mrs. Allister Graham and three daughters Priscilla, Nancy and Barbara. Mr. John McCoul visited us tonight.

Wednesday, August 23, 1939 - Another hot day. Glenn, Alice and family took a trip to Sackville, Amherst, Fort Beausejour &c. They left about 7.30 & got home about 8 o'clock in the eve. Had a nice trip only it was very hot. Mrs. Alex Fulton kept house for Alice, We had a nice time together. Mary A. Cox called this a.m. Hope Elizabeth, youngest child of Arnold & Annie (Deyarmond) Wood, Middle Stewiacke, died today; she was born Dec. 17, 1938. Eight months old. Glenn took Mr. & Mrs. Deyarmond to see them tonight. Roy was in to see me a little while.

Thursday, August 24, 1939 - Another fine hot day. Like yesterday. It was late when I got up this morning: but it was nice under the apple tree, where I sewed some; my hand (left it is) is much better; yet the arthritis makes it not enjoy good health; perhaps it may be well soon. I read and sewed. Roy and Glenn purchased some land from Wilbert Cox, son of R. A. Cox, of this place. The land is in Meadowvale, and it is for the logs on it they bought it. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Wood laid their little Hope to rest in the cemetery in Lower Burnside this afternoon. They will be lonely, but she is safe for evermore.

Friday, August 25, 1939 - Rather cooler; foggy this a.m. Cloudy in the p.m. Was at Roy's an hour or two this a.m. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Blaikie, Gail (Mrs. Mattatall) and Baby Gail came. They were out for Gail's last night before she went to her home at 76 Broad St., Groton, Conn., U.S.A. They left after tea. We meet and part in this old world; but we all have the assurance of that promise which tells us of a time when we shall meet to part no more.

Saturday, August 26, 1939 - A little shower - very small - fell this morning; but no rain through the day; tho' it was cloudy. This was my husband's birthday - he would have been 83. Was at Mrs. Margeson's to tea. Mrs. McCoul, her mother, is visiting there now. Glenn and Alice are at the store now, as they usually are on Saturday nights. There is a Mr. MacDonald - a fiddler who works at W. P. Creelman's - visiting with Morris tonight. They are playing the violin (fiddle) now. Wrote to E. M. B. this week.

Sunday, August 27, 1939 - Fine and cool; a lovely day. Glenn, Freda, Leslie and I were home from church. My sisters, Janie (Mrs. John S. Collings) and Dorothy Webster, Brother Walter Webster, and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Collings, Janie's son and his wife, came from the old home in Wittenberg to see us, and we enjoyed their company to dinner. The Collings are on their vacation - they live in Southbridge, Mass., U.S.A. They left very soon after dinner, and Glenn and family took a drive to see the new place we have bought in Meadowvale. It is the old Robert Dunlap place. We had no more callers. Shirley, Nina, and Morris are at Y.P.S.C.E.   It was nice to see my sisters - so little we know of the lives of our dear ones.

Monday, August 28, 1939 - A nice day; cooler than usual. Two submarines, an American one was raised from the bottom of the sea on the North American coast, and one on the west coast of England floated ashore with the tide; it was not raised from the sea by men. School began today. Miss Mary Douglas, our teacher of last year, is here again this year. She is a good teacher. Wrote to Mrs. L. Lightbody Cal. & Mrs.A. Miller. Had letters from Edith and Flossie today.

Tuesday, August 29, 1939 - Fine; rather cool, as yesterday was. We have had a long, dry spell of weather; wells are low or dry. The war news is not very good. Very nearly breaking into war - Hitler of Germany determined on having Dantzig in Poland.   Glenn, and G. R. Deyarmond hauling lumber to Brookfield. Neil Benvie was here a little while this eve.         Glenn took Mrs. Fred Rutherford up home, she & little Stewart had been to Halifax & came up on the truck with Glenn; and he took the family - all except Alice - and myself, up to Mr. Rutherford's for the drive.

Wednesday, August 30, 1939 - Another fine day. Just a quiet day. Got up about 7.30 or thereabout. Alice went to spend the afternoon with her mother, taking Leslie with her. Mrs. Jane Ellis called tonight - had a nice call. The insurance agent Mr. Langille is round, was here after tea. Glenn and Freda went down to Mrs. Hamilton's with him. 

                Mother of sons
                                She sees them go
                                The long, long trail
                The trail that leads from home.
                                Proudly she sees them
                                Join the throng of burdened
                                                                men,
                                With heads held high
                and hearts that are brave with song: 
                Gladly she sees them take their place
                                Where they belong.
                But sometimes, at twilight,
                By the loved fireside,
                While drawing up the chairs,
                She thinks of little boys
                Who used to come
                               and say their prayers
                                (taken from the United Churchman)

Thursday, August 31, 1939 - Dark; rainy looking, but no rain yet. Put Fulton and Mr. Pettis were reaping our oats today. In the p.m. Glenn (came) to take me down to the village, where I made a long call on Mrs. J. D. Cox, went to C. P. MacMillan's to team and then up to Mrs. Edson Cox's for a little call - then Glenn and the little ones came for me, and we came home. Wrote to F. J. B. this week.

Friday, September 1, 1939 - Dark, cool and cloudy. No rain yet. Just a quiet day. I was in Roy's a little while. Shirley was down to help her Grandma Hamilton today. She came home early. Mrs. Alex Fulton was in a little while tonight, and Alice and Glenn went home with her. Roy, Edna and Ruth went to Short's Lake tonight. We hear of war  beginning in Poland - bombing Polish cities by Germany.

Saturday, September 2, 1939 - Fine today. Cloudy & damp tonight. Was upstairs most of the day, sewing at a heavy quilt. Hope I can get the whole cover for it. Nina visited at Mrs. Richard Barrett's this p.m. "The boys" - Morris and Tom - did not go to the store tonight. Mrs. McCoul returned to her home in Eastville.

                "The Master's most wonderful lesson, is every to wait and be still."  

We know little of certainty of the war; Germany is making onslaughts on Poland, and none of the other powers are helping her.

Sunday, September 3, 1939 - Sabbath. Clouds and sunshine: some rain in the night - last night. Glenn and Freda and Leslie were at home from church - the children were at S. School. It was nice to be in church again. Quite a few visitors were at church. Rev. Mr. Girdwood preached from Psa. 2 7:3. "Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war should rise against me, my heart shall not fear." A sermon to encourage anxious hearts in this our dark time, with the terrible war shadowing on the world. May God's people give their hearts to Him in faith and confidence, and stand firm in their trust to His leading them out of the darkness and into light. Our guests today were Sister Edith (Mrs. Woodworth), Mr. and Mrs. Percy Goodwin, Ralph and Fred S. Woodworth and Jack Girdwood. Glenn took us all for a drive up around Eastville & Springside, after five o'clock.

Monday, September 4, 1939 - Another fine, warm day. I got up for my breakfast this a.m. Felt quite well only my hand bothered me by times. Got my breakfast myself. Was in Roy's, in the p.m., a while. Just a quiet day as I saw it.

"Years that are hastening as onward they roll,  
                  Each one bringing us nearer the goal."

Tuesday, September 5, 1939 - Quite warm, but cloudy with small showers. Didn't do much today, except patch or mend a little, and finish a letter to Edith Boomer. We know not how events are moving in the war area; but God is our refuge and our strength and a very present help in time of trouble. Helen C. Reynolds, Otter Brook, called to see us this afternoon. She is a teacher in the Ladies' College at Halifax; daughter of F. A. Reynolds, Otter Brook. Also, at tea time Hughie Murphy, Brookfield, supped with us. Nina has a sore side - the Dr. (Buntain) thinks she must have strained it. She is not out of school with it so far.

                "But I know that whatever of sorrow, or pain or temptation befall,  
                 The infinite Master has suffered, and knoweth, and pitieth all;  
                 So tell me the sweet old story that falls on each would like balm,  
                 and my heart that was bruised and broken, shall grow patient and calm and strong."

Wednesday, September 6, 1939 - Cold wind. Cloudy, with some sunshine. Shirley was sick today. The Dr. was to see her; she appears to be recovering all right. Mr. Archibald is here tonight - seeing to the refrigerator; something needs to be fixed about it. Roy was in a minute; such busy lives they lead. Mr. Margeson was in a little while this p.m. He is such a fine man. He is "growing lovely - growing old." They are gravelling the Otter Brook Road. Thelma is spending a few days with Alda, in Brookfield,'

                "Let me grow lovely, growing old, so many things to do;  
                 Laces, and ivory and gold; and silks need not be new.  
                 And there is healing in old trees; old streets a glamour hold;  
                 And why not I, as well as these, growing lovely, growing old."

Thursday, September 7, 1939 - Cool and dark, with slight showers. Not much went on as far as I know. I knitted at a mitten most of the time I worked any.                 The conflict across the Atlantic goes on; we can only trust about it. I wrote to Sister Mary, and sent the letter to E. M. B. (written Sept. 5) today. (Shirley not very well.)

Friday, September 8, 1939 - Somewhat like yesterday; not so cold tho'. They just hauled lumber to J. D. Cox's barn; they have begun to (build) a new barn to replace the one which was burned. J. W. Benvie is the head carpenter. Mrs. Margeson was in a little while this p.m. Edna was in but I did not see her. We hear bad news of the war; but we can only expect wicked, sad and terrible things of war. May we have faith to trust and not to be afraid.

Saturday, September 9, 1939 - Dark, with slight showers. Not very cold. Was at Roy's a while this p.m. Mrs. Margeson called a few minutes. Thelma came from Brookfield, where she had been since the first of the week. Sent a letter to Leonard and Maggie Johnson today. Morris went with Tom Fulton tonight on an expedition. Not much to write about.

  "Oh! joy that seekest me through pain,  
 I cannot close my heart to thee;  
 I trace the rainbow through the rain,  
          and deem the promise is not in vain  
                    That morn shall tearless be."

Sunday, September 10, 1939 - Sabbath. A fine, rather cool day. No showers. Was not at church. My left hand is troubling me. Harry, Nellie and Mary Lou were at Roy's to tea. They were here a little while in the p.m. Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond was here to tea. Joyce Deyarmond called. Morris Blaikie & Edwin walked to the Mellish place. Mrs. Margeson called this a.m.

          "Years, they are hastening as onward they roll,  
           Each one is bringing us nearer the goal."

Monday, September 11, 1939 - Quite rainy today, especially in the p.m. Alice washed but did not put the clothes out to dry. In the p.m. she and Glenn went to Truro to get Alice's ear seen to; she had a celluloid knitting needle pushed some way into it. We were glad to hear that the drum was not pierced, and it appears to be in a good way to be all right. I was in bed all day. Morris had a nice long letter from Flossie, and I had a letter from Edith - short, but sweet - and a lovely poem.

Tuesday, September 12, 1939 - Sort of dark and chilly - slight showers. Mrs. Eugene Dean here to dinner. Mrs. Alex called this p.m. I got my dinner downstairs today. Glenn, Alice & Shirley were down to Wilmer Hamilton's tonight, with a cut of fresh meat. Mrs. Alex Fulton called & we enjoyed the nice talk we had.

Wednesday, September 13, 1939 - A lovely fine autumn day. Lola Fulton called on her way to Y. L. C. When she came back Alice went with her. Club met at Miss Bessie Smith's home, I was in to see Mr. & Mrs. Margeson an hour or so this p.m. Guess not much happened - just a common day.

Thursday, September 14, 1939 - Another nice day: nice breeze. This was W. M. S. day: The meeting was at Mrs. Martin Smith's, Otter Brook. I did not go, for various reasons. My disease is sore upon me at times, but not but what it can be borne; and there is always the hope that it may wear out; and, I know that there is always Divine help to bear the burden. Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond and her sister-in-law, Mrs. Arnold wood, (nee Annie Deyarmond) called a while this p.m. Also little Priscilla Miller came and had her supper with us. She came from school with Freda. Her father, Mr. Gordon Miller, came for her and took her home. Glenn is taking Annie Wood home to Smithfield tonight.

                "In the Father's house there are many rooms, where his children come to stay;  
                 And some are somber with greys and glooms, and some are bright as day;  
                 But none need enter with fearful heart, since the rooms are His alone;  
                Oh! Child remember the Father's love, He is mindful of His own."

Friday, September 15, 1939 - Rather cloudy, but some sunshine; no rain. Did not get up very early; but was at Roy's this p.m. an hour or so. Mrs. Emma S. Butcher was there too.

                Amy E. Barrett had tea with Nina. Morris and Tom are out at Alex's - (Tom's home) tonight - for the evening. My hand feels much better today. We were glad to see Jack Girdwood a minute tonight.

Saturday, September 16, 1939 - A nice, fine warm day, tho cloudy with some rain this morning. Mrs. Eisan - Edna's aunt, came to visit her this a.m. I was at Roy's this p.m. Had a letter from Aunt Jessie Cooke - she has been visiting at her sister Edith's - but is going back to Halifax tomorrow (D.V.) - this forenoon; so I went to the telephone, at Roy's, and called them, she & Aunt Edith, and had a little talk - very short - with them. Aunt Jessie is so dear to us! She and Aunt Martha. Roy was to Truro. My hands are some better, but I tire so easily! Roy changed cars - got another Dodge.

Sunday, September 17, 1939 - Sabbath. Dark, with some rain. Glenn, Shirley, Freda & Leslie were home from church, and of course, I was, too, being in bed. Roy was up at night. Flora Goodwin came up with S. J. Creelman & her little Bettie, brother Byard Bentley, and Clare Jean Creelman. We had a nice visit with her. Morris and Shirley and Nine were at Y. P. S. C. E. in the evening. Edna was in this p.m.

Monday, September 18, 1939 -- Wet and damp in the morn; fine with p.m. Alice and Shirley washed and ironed. I am in bed. Just a quiet day. I slept quite a lot. The war goes on! We scarce know how it is going.

Tuesday, September 19, 1939 - A nice sunny day, with cool wind. Mr. James Fleming, Pleasant Valley, Halifax Co., is dead. He is Edna's uncle; only Mrs. Mary Eisan is left of that large family of Flemings, and she is frail. Alice was down to help her mother get dinner for the men working on the thresher today. Mrs. Alex Fulton and Mrs. S. A. Fulton called this p.m. Did not get up today.

                "Go on with life another mile,  
                 Lighting the way with kindly smile." (Edwin Markham)

Wednesday, September 20, 1939 - Rather cool, but quite fine. Edna, Mrs. Fleming, and Nellie were to Mr. James Fleming's funeral today, (p.m.) Mrs. Eisan went, and stayed. The thresher, Fred Power's, came this p.m. but did not finish the grain yet. Edna was in to see me a few minutes. I was up this afternoon, but did not go downstairs. Had a letter from E. M. B. today.

Thursday, September 21, 1939 - A cool, fine day. They finished the threshing of grain. 300 bushels. The Margeson's are away visiting in Truro. We had a call from Mr. Girdwood this p.m. He had been making other calls - Mr. Rutherford's &c. Mrs. Fred Rutherford is ill in the V. G. Hospital Halifax. Was up and dressed today; downstairs to tea.

  "This is my Father's world,  
    He shines in all that's fair,  
   In the rustling grass  
   I hear him pass  
   He speaks to me everywhere." (Thoreau)

Friday September 22, 1939 - Nice and fine. Cool at night. Was at Mrs. Alex Fulton's this p.m. It being her birthday. Had a pleasant time; but they had the thresher, so they were pretty busy. Morris took me to Mrs. Fulton's after dinner, and Glenn came for me after tea. Mrs. Fred Rutherford has not been hears from by us yet. The Margesons are not home from Truro yet.

Saturday, September 23, 1939 - Another quiet fine day; cool wind. Nina was down at her Grandmother Hamilton's today. Edna was in for a few minutes - also Ruth. Glenn and G. R. were to Truro this p.m. The Margesons are home; came this afternoon. Tom Fulton, and Morris are at the store tonight. Yesterday they picked apples at the "Geo. Dunlap place" in Meadowvale; Roy and Glenn bought it this summer.

Sunday, September 24, 1939 - A nice sunny day with cool wind. Was not at church; my hand was quite sore. Glenn and children were at home, too.                 Mr. and Mrs.Alfred (A. K.) Grant of (blank) Mass., U.S.A. were at church - I did not see them. Glenn, Morris and Shirley, Nina, Freda and Leslie were for a drove over "Lemon Hill: this p.m. Then after tea, Alice and Glenn went to Brunswick St. Church, Truro, to hear Mr. MacInnes (Rev. J. K.) preach. The little ones, Freda and Leslie, are in bed. Shirley and Morris are at Y. P. S. C. E. Thelma was up a little while this p.m. Roy did not get in Sabbath eve.

Monday, September 25, 1939 - Rather cool - cool wind. Cloudy some of the time. Alice washed; ironed some. There was a woods fire in Burnside, but I think they got it out. Did nothing today. Glenn and Shirley, Nina, Freda and Leslie were for a drive to Caleb Fisher's after tea. We heard yesterday of Hugh McNutt being killed by a bull. I think it must have been on Saturday Sept. 23rd. He lived in Wittenburg on very near it. We heard no particulars of the sad occurrence. Wrote to E. M. Boomer; and O. J. P.  Box 158, Wildwood Sanatarium, Newhall, Calif.

Tuesday, September 26, 1939 - Dark this a.m. Rainy in the p.m. and eve. I was in Roy's this a.m. an hour or so. Morris is in with me, reading. Roy came up a little while; it is good of him to come as often as he does, to see me. It is such a satisfaction to have one's children - come to see us, when we get old - and deaf.

Wednesday, September 27, 1939 - A nice fine day; but the feel and look of autumn is in the country now. We had no frost, to speak of, until about Sept. 19, I think. Had a letter from Mrs. J. A. Lockhart yesterday. Mrs. Margeson called a little while this p.m. Morris is at choir practice tonight.

Thursday, September 28, 1939 - Dark, with showers at times. Mr. Langille (A. R.) assurance Agent for the Great West Co was here until a very late hour last night. Alice was cleaning the walls etc. this a.m. I just poked round and did nothing, but read the papers. Ladies Aid is at Mrs. Frank Fulton's this p.m.

Friday, September 29, 1939 -- Dark, cloudy with cool wind. Shirley went to Truro with Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond to attend a meeting. I was at Mrs. Margeson's a while this p.m. Putman Fulton and Mr. Nelson Pettis have been hauling our manure and top dressing to the field around our house. Edna went to Halifax with Mr. & Mrs. Eldon E. Brenton today. George is helping with the music at a dance in the Meadowvale School house tonight.

                "Life is real, life is earnest, and the grave is not its goal;  
                 Dust thou art, to dust returned; was not spoken of the soul."

Saturday, September 30, 1939 - Cool, but a nice day. Wrote to E. M. W. Sister. Was at Roy's this a.m. a while; Edna got home last night. I mended some today; my hand seems to be improving slowly: and I am thankful for that. Nina has been down at her grandma Hamilton's all day, to help her. A favorite Bible verse, "At eventide it shall be light."

Sunday, October 1, 1939 - Sabbath. Dark; some rain fell. Was at church in the morning: sermon was from something in Exodus. In the p.m. Edna and Alda were up to call. In the eve. Glenn kept the children and the rest of us went to the Thankoffering of the W. M. S. in the Agricola Hall. Mrs. D. F. Marshall (Rev.) Springside, was the guest speaker, She was good; told of how she was lead to be a Christian Missionary - to Formosa. It was a very nice meeting - Our Pres. Mrs. Girdwood was in the chair. The choir assisted or led the singing. Quite a number of people were present.

Monday, October 2, 1939 - Colder wind; cloudy day. The Ministerial Association met at Mr. Girdwood's this p.m. Rev. Dr. Frank E. Archibald, minister at Stewiacke, brought my sister Edith up to visit with us, until the evening; then they returned to Stewiacke taking Edith home. Edith & I called at Roy's a short time in the p.m. This was brother Walter Webster's birthday.

Tuesday, October 3, 1939 - Cloudy with cool wind & a little sunshine. Alice was making jelly &c today. I did a little mending. Chester Hamilton, and Mr. Pettis, were here to dinner. Mr. Pettis was helping Putnam Fulton spread topdressing for Roy & Glenn today. Gordon Miller called tonight. Had a letter from Foster Blaikie today. They are in (Mr. W. F. Blaikie) 1729, S. W. 12th St., Miami, Florida. It was good to hear from them once more. Wrote to F. J. B. today.

Wednesday, October 4, 1939 - Dark, with chilly wind. Alda was up a little while; Mrs. Margeson called. Had a letter from Mrs. Miller. Alice is at Mission Circle tonight.

Thursday, October 5, 1939 - Some clouds, but sunshine too. Quite a warm day. Dr. Buntain was in to see me this morning; his visits are always pleasant. I am feeling better, but my hand is not strong yet. Had my wedding ring filed off my finger last evening by Morris. Mrs. Alex Fulton called this p.m. It is nice to see her home again; but she did not get her visit finished: will finish it later (D.V.)'     I walked up to where the apple trees are this p.m. It is nice to be out in the fresh air.

                "The autumn is old, the sear leaves are flying,  
                 He hath gathered up gold, and now he is dying.  
                 Old age begin sighing."

Friday, October 6, 1939 - A nice fine day. Pretty warm. G. R. and Glenn were hauling logs from Burnside. Mrs. Hamilton was here to tea; she walked up and Glenn took her home. She is nice - pleasant company. We had a quiet evening. The war still goes on. Poland has fallen. Mrs. John Creelman, Newton Mills, died today in the Colchester County Hospital, at Truro: aged 3 (blank). She leaves her husband, five children father and mother (Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Grant, Cross Roads, Upper Stewiacke) one brother Peter E. Grant of U.S.A. and two sisters Mrs. Percy W. Johnson, and Mrs. R. Shaffner, Beatrice & Christy.

Saturday, October 7, 1939 - Dark, and showery, with a little sunshine. Roy's folk, himself, Edna & Thelma, Jean, Ruth and I think Alda, (Mrs. Eldon Brenton) went to Halifax today. Those at the mill sawed shingles. "The boys" are getting ready to go down town tonight. Elizabeth Frances Smith, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smith, Otter Brook, and Jas. Lloyd Anthony were married at the  home of the bride, this evening.

Sunday, October 8, 1939 - Cloudy, with slight showers moving round. All were at church except Glenn, children & me. Very small church attendance. No Sabbath School at Meadowvale, on account of the funeral of Mrs. John Creelman, Newton Mills, which was attended by relatives of Mrs. Creelman's and officers of the Meadowvale S. S. J. K. Girdwood had tea with us, being home for thanksgiving.

Monday, October 9, 1939 - Dark and damp. Thanksgiving Day. No service of Thanksgiving though. I wrote at the study chapter of W. M. S. Book, Moving Millions: and was at Mrs. Margeson's a little while in the p.m.

Tuesday, October 10, 1939 - Dark, with heavy showers in the late afternoon, and evening. Went out to Mrs. Aleck Fulton's this p.m. Morris and little Leslie took me; and as Mr. & Mrs. Alex were just getting ready to go to see Mr. Chas. Peppard, who is not well, I went too. We had a nice call, and a lovely drive; the woods along the road are so lovely now. Glenn and Shirley came for me.

Wednesday, October 11, 1939 - Quite a nice day, but some cloudy. Mr. John W. Fulton was here to dinner; he stays at Grant Cox's. He got a chance in here, and was going to walk to Aleck's on his way back. Percy Goodwin called a little while after dinner - was up around with Mr. and Mrs. W. Stewart of Stewiacke East. Edna was up a while this p.m.

Thursday, October 12, 1939 - A lovely autumn day. Was at Roy's in the a.m. and George took Edna and me to the W. M. S. meeting at Mrs. Edson Cox's in the p.m. Those present were Mrs. Edmund Hamilton, Mrs. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. S. A. Funton, Mrs. (Rev.) William Girdwood, Mrs. Horncastle, Mrs. Edson Cox, Mrs. Roy Blaikie, Mrs. George Bentley, Mrs. Alex. Fulton and myself. George Blaikie came for us when the meeting was over. Leslie hurt himself on a rusty nail, and Dr. Buntain was up to see him in the night, but he seems quite o.k. Alice was at the Y. L. C. at Mrs. Lester Deyarmond's in the p.m.

Friday, October 13, 1939 - Foggy and cool this a.m., but was a fine day. Alice and Glenn departed for parts unknown - and yet thought perhaps they would go down to the apple country via of Truro. They left about 10:30 a.m. Edna went to the quilting at Mrs. W. D. Kennedy's. G. R. Deyarmond, also Jean Blaikie, called in the p.m. There is a barn dance at the new barn at J. D. Cox's (post office) tonight. Tom Fulton and Morris Blaikie are attending it; also Nina Blaikie. Wrote to E. M. B.

Saturday, October 14, 1939 - Was in Mr. Margeson's an hour or so this p.m. "The boys", Tom and Morris, did not go to the store tonight. Tom went home. Morris got the water (at Roy's), for our well is nearly dry.

Sunday, October 15, 1939 - Sabbath. Rather showery. The water barrels have quite a bit of water in them: one of them is full. All went to S. School except myself, Freda, Leslie went or came home after church: also Nina. Rev. W. S. Irving, Clifton & Old Barns, preached - he and Rev. Mr. Girdwood exchanged pulpits. I was not at church. Alex Fulton and son, Tom, called a few minutes on their way home from church. Alex told me that the sermon was on the blind man being cured of his blindness, Thelma & Ruth (I think) were in in the p.m. Only Morris went to Y. P. S. C. E. Roy was up in the eve.

Monday, October 16, 1939 - Cold morning. Frost and ice. Fine day. As Alice was not home, the washing was not done. Nine stayed home from school; Freda went with Ruth. I did not do much. Mrs. Margeson called this p.m. Alice and Glenn came home early; they visited in Canard, Kings. Co., and took drives through the country. Had tea at Aunt Edith's in Stewiacke. They liked their trip. Morris is going to see the lantern slides tonight. The Badminton Club hopes to resume running amusement next week. (D. V.) Wrote to N. A. A. 69 North St., Southbridge, Mass.

Tuesday, October 17, 1939 - Cloudy. Cloudy, with cold wind. Alice and Glenn returned home last evening. They visited Canard and quite a few surrounding places; spending the night at Miss Edith Franklin's where Ross Woodworth boards. They came back via Halifax, being at Aunt Edith Woodworth's to tea last eve. Alice did the week's wash today; also ironed. Hazel Deyarmond was visiting Shirley this afternoon. Tom Fulton and Morris B. went for a little hunt in the late p.m. Just in the nearby woods. Glenn and G. R. got bricks at Elmsdale; to help in rebuilding the dutch oven, which is being planned for sometime this fall.

Wednesday, October 18, 1939 - Quite cold this a.m. Ground whitened thinly with snow; most of which melted during the day; the sun shone, but the wind was cold and chilly all day. Rou and Edwin went to Truro. Glenn & G. R. to Londonderry for brick, Tom and Morris went hunting but got nothing. And George went to Stewiacke with George (Mick) Deyarmond, but was back top attend the cattle. This was Edna's birthday. She seems quite happy. She had quite a few little presents from friends and relatives. Glenn and Alice went to Smithfield tonight. Morris is at Mrs. Margeson's with a piece of deer meat that he and Tom Fulton got last eve. They got a pretty good one. I was in Roy's a while - Leslie & I this p.m.

Thursday, October 19, 1939 - Pretty cold this a.m. but got a little warmer; but it was cloudy all day. Roy and Edna started their trip today. Glenn and Morris went out to the Meadowvale place this p.m. and I went with them as far as Miss Lucy Tupper's. Miss. Orilla Laffin keeps house for her and also takes care of Miss Annie Miller at that place. It was nice to see Mrs. Miller again. Had not seen her since July 8th. She looks quite well to be in bed so long. Her poor stiff knees cannot walk tho'. Miss Tupper is able to be up, sitting on her chair; but she cannot walk either. Miss Laffin is good to them. The folks here, all except the little ones, Glenn and me are at the hall having a social evening. Wrote to W. F. B. Miami Florida today.

Friday, October 20, 1939 - A nice mild day. Glenn, Leslie & I went to Truro. Glenn took me to C. C. Archibald's on Inglis St. not long after coming into town; my eyes were examined and the lenses for my glasses are ordered for next week. I returned to Harry's (8 Revere St.) and Glenn and Leslie to Charlie Blaikie's. They returned home in the p.m. I stayed at Harry's until Saturday night: Tom Fulton, and Morris, being in, I went home with them. Nellie had taken me on a call at Mrs. Mary Smith's 14 Elm St. She is an old lady 90 yrs. old Oct. 23rd. Her eyes are almost sightless, but her hearing is not bad, and her mind is very clear. Had a very nice call. Nellie had taken Mary (her little girl) to play with her friend Elsie while I called at Mrs. Smith's. Then she took me to see Mrs. Brenton who lives with her daughter, Mrs. Clarence Hayman. Mrs. Brenton is a very fine, smart lady, almost ninety eight years old. She cannot walk alone, but is bright, and pretty spry in other ways. I had such a nice call! I trust we meet again. Then we went to see Mrs. Chas. A. Blaikie - Aunt Bessie. She is not at all well, but goes about her work. Did not see any of the family but her. We then went back to Nellie's home. Had tea, and Tom & Morris arrived from North River, where they had tea with Mrs. Stanley Murray, North River. We started from Harry's about 8 p.m. and got home a few minutes after nine.

Saturday, October 21, 1939 - No entry.

Sunday- Friday, October 22-27, 1939 - Sabbath. Oct. 22. Sabbath. Cloudy and wet, especially in the evening. Rev. W. S. Irving of Clifton, Old Barns &c exchanged pulpits with Mr. Girdwood today. I did not go to church. There was Y. P. S. C. E. in the eve.  I cannot remember all through the week; was in bed most of the time. There were some nice warm days. Monday was wet, and Alice had to dry them Tuesday. Wednesday Glenn & Shirley and George Blaikie went to Truro.  They are getting ready for Mission Circle, and also for the congregational supper.  Edna was to see me one day, and all are kind to me. Yesterday, Mrs. Alex Fulton came in, and, as she came through the field by the clothesline, she fall and disjointed her right arm. So Dr. Buntain came and took her home, and put her arm into the joint. She had intended making some calls; and in a day or two, go to Truro for a few weeks. She cannot go now. Tom Fulton and Sid. Cox are not here now. Sid is going to help log at home; but Tom will be back in a few days. They began the dutch oven at the mill on Wednesday, and are getting along building it. Mr. Murray Salter of Truro is the head workman.  Morris & Tom were at Badminton last eve; also Shirley. Glenn & Alice were making calls.

Saturday, October 28, 1939 - Wet nearly all day. Rained quite hard at times. Sat up a while this a.m. and mended a little. Was in bed in the p.m. Feeling rather better today. Morris and Nina went to Truro with Glenn when he took Mr. Salter back in the p.m. It was quiet in my room, as usual. Old friends and dear ones come to mind in my quiet hours; those whom I cannot see, and who have vanished from earth, its joys and sorrows. And their secret ways and loving words remain in one's memory, helping one to think good thoughts, loving and kind.

Sunday, October 29, 1939 - Sabbath. Cleared off, and froze in the night, and it was a nice day, tho' cold wind. All the family except Glenn and myself were at church. It was the closing of S. School, and Rally Day. Certificates were given to those who had merited them, for attendance & memory work. It would have been pleasant to be there. After dinner, Harry, Walter, Don, Lee & June came, and all of us enjoyed having them. It is nice to have them come; and they are good to try to make me hear, too. How lovely it would be, if we could talk of the lovely things, of God's love and goodness, and His instruction in all things. But all of us have our thoughts; let us try to cultivate noble ideas and speak beautiful words. Singing is so nice, to listen to the hymns. Harry and the children have gone to Roy's, and probably home to Truro by this time. Alda and Eldon Brenton are up to Roy's this eve, or have been, & Roy was to see up a while after they were gone. Tom was in, but is home, at his own home this week, as the mill repairs are not finished yet. Morris was not feeling very fit and did not go to Y. P. S. C. E.

Monday, October 30, 1939 - Fine; some wind. Clothes dried and they got most of them ironed. I got up about nine a.m. and came downstairs about dinner time; laid down an hour or two after dinner, and got up to supper. Did not do anything to speak of. Alice and the girls are going to Mission Circle Thank offering tonight. They have gone and I am in bed. Was to look at Freda and Leslie tonight. How nice to think of putting one's hands on the dear little ones as they sleep in the innocence of their childhood! And to breathe a prayer for their future years. May they be spared to be come a comfort to their dear one, and be of those who do the work of the world.

                You may others from gladness to gladness beguile  
                                If you carry your cross with a smile.

Tuesday, October 31, 1939 - A wet day. Rained quite a lot. Tom is not back yet, and G. R. was not here today. Roy & Edwin & Morris, perhaps Geo. were working at repairs &c at the mill. I got up about 9.30 a.m. Not much news today. They had Badminton tonight in the place of last night, as the Mission Circle had their Thank offering in the hall last eve. Wrote to E. M. B.

Wednesday, November 1, 1939 - A A storm of wind and rain - high wind last night. It rained some today, and was cloudy, & cool. Glenn, and George Blaikie went to Truro. The other Blaikie males tinkered at the mill. Mrs. Margeson called this p.m. I felt some better today. Jean Blaikie is not well.

Thursday, November 2, 1939 - A lovely fine November Day. Wind cool. Shirley was down to help her Grandma Hamilton today. G. R. Deyarmond and Glenn were to Truro with lumber this p.m. Shirley came up home with Glenn when they returned. Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Girdwood called this p.m.; also Mrs. R. Ellis of Eastville, who is helping her daughter, Mrs. G. S. Fulton; Mrs. Fulton is not well. We had nice calls. Shirley and Morris and Tom, who came in from home, are at Badminton tonight. Mrs. Alex Fulton, Tom's mother, sent me such a nice note tonight. She is a good friend, and wears well as the years go by. Mrs. Girdwood and Mr. Girdwood, kind and true, and looking for ways to help people. And Mrs. R. Ellis (Jane) with her bright happy ways, cheers us with her little visits, and it is so good to think how God sends these sunny times in our earthly lives, tho' we do not merit His love and care for us as we should.

                "And in dark days when I remember  
                 To wnap God's love about,  
                 It stills the miseries of my heart,  
                                And calms the fear and doubt." 

This was little Leslie's 5th birthday. He is a happy healthy little boy; long may he be happy and well.

Friday, November 3, 1939 - Foggy this morning, but it turned to a nice fine day. Rather cold wind. G. R. and Glenn, A. Putnam Fulton and Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond went to Truro this p.m. Alice went to the hall. I went to Mrs. Margeson's; Mrs. McCoul, Mrs. Margeson's mother, is there now. I had a nice call. They are all at the supper but Glenn, the children and myself.

Saturday, November 4, 1939 - Another cold, fine day, not frost; cold wind. Morris, Tom and Mr. and Mrs. Alex Fulton, Tom's parents, went to Truro this a.m. They are not home yet. Mrs. Alex was planning to stay and visit in North River at her daughter Muriel's (Mrs. Stanley R. Murray's). It was late when the men returned. After dinner Mr. Alfred Johnson visited us a short time; after he left, Mrs. Johnson, came and stayed to tea; her son-in-law coming for her in the early evening. Glenn and Alice are at the store. Mr. Martin S. Fulton was here a while this a.m. It is long since he has been to visit us, and his short time here was much enjoyed. J. W. Benvie here to dinner.

Sunday, November 5, 1939 - Sabbath. A very lovely day for the time of year. Everyone of us went to church. Mr. Girdwood preached from 2 Cor: 2 (blank). I heard nice words like 'gay' and 'cheery', and thought to keep them in my mind, for I also heard the Saviour's name, and He can strengthen and uphold us through the days; also sitting in Gordon Miller's seat with Mr. & Mrs. Alfred Johnson (Springside) & himself, I had a sweet feeling of friendliness and - but I cannot tell it; and being in God's house with His people is a great privilege.  Glenn took the children and me for a drive around South Village, Meadowvale, South Branch and home. It seemed nice to be out.  Glenn and Alice went to Stewiacke East afterwards. Edwin Blaikie was up for one of his rare visits. How I like to see him. And they are all kind to me - I love them all. Morris went to Y. P. S. C. E. Roy, Edna and George went to Middle Musquodoboit. None of their family were at church today: they returned home tonight, and Roy came up to see me. Glenn and Alice came home, having been at Percy R. Goodwin's to tea, and a short time at Aunt Edith's.

Monday, November 6, 1939 - Rain in the night; wet this a.m. pretty clear tonight. They were working at the mill today. Just ourselves (blank). Glenn was not trucking. Had a letter from F. J. B.

Tuesday, November 7, 1939 - Showery, some of the time. Windy. Tom was back again on his job. Edna was in this p.m. I was up a little earlier this a.m. Morris & I were up to Aunt Alice Graham's ninety third birthday celebration tonight. There were not as many there as usual I do not think, but it was a nice time. We got home about 10 p.m. Wrote to F. J. B.

Wednesday, November 8, 1939 - Quite a nice day; fresh wind. Got up shortly after seven this a.m. Went to Roy's to get Mehitable Brenton's address and sat down and ate my breakfast at Roy's; they had just finished eating theirs and the men, Roy, Edwin and George were just going out to work. I knit some and sewed a little bit today. Mrs. W. Stewart, Mr. & Mrs. Percy R. Goodwin were up a little while this p.m. The men were to an auction at D. F. Creelman's. They left about the middle of the p.m. Alice and Shirley were at Mission Circle at Mrs. Emma Butcher's this evening.

Thursday, November 9, 1939 - Rather cold & windy, with a shower or so. Was at Roy's a little while this a.m. The W. M. S. met at Mrs. Edson Cox's at 2.15 p.m. Mrs. E. Hamilton, Mrs. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. S. A. Fulton, Mrs. Edson Cox, Mrs. Roy Blaikie, Mrs. George Bentley were present. We missed those who were unable to be present. After the meeting, we went to J. D. Cox's and had Aid meeting. Mrs. Roy Blaikie, Mrs. W. D. Kennedy, Mrs. J. D. Cox, Misses Jennie Miller, Margaret Kincaid and Mary Douglas & Mira Blaikie were present. Edwin brought the car and took us home.

Friday, November 10, 1939 - Cold wind, but a fine day.  Glenn, Tom and G. R. were loading a car in Brookfield today; they trucked three loads & loaded it. Alice went to club at Mrs. Philip Cox's this p.m. The store is open tonight as it is Peace Day tomorrow.

Saturday, November 11, 1939 - Cloudy, with one or two slight showers and wind quite cold.       Tom Fulton went to Brookfield with Glenn two trips.                 G. R. Deyarmond was to Truro and (blank) on war veterans work or Remembrance Day exercises. Alice spent the p.m. and evening with Lola Fulton. Remembrance Service was held in the church this a.m. Edna was there from Roy's & I from here. Only a small number were present. Had a letter from Sister Nettie today. Nina had her music lesson, as usual on Saturday. J. W. Girdwood was here this eve. a little while; then he, Shirley and Morris went to Choir practice at the post office.

Sunday, November 12, 1939 - Sabbath. Cold, with cold wind; but sunshine. Nine, Freda and I were at home from church. I heard part of the sermon preached from Trinity United Church, on "God is Love". It was the seventy-fifth anniversary of the opening of that church, and the dedication of two windows in it; I cannot think of the names of those to whom they were dedicated; in Charlottetown, P. E. I.         J. W. Girdwood was here after dinner and had Morris go with him to tea. Shirley and Nina went to Y. P. S. C. E. None of them are home yet. Roy came to see me and gave me $3.00. He is so good & kind.

Monday, November 13, 1939 - Fine and windy. Rather cold. Alice washed; and the clothes dried; she and the girls ironed them. G. R. Deyarmond and Glenn were trucking to Caribou this p.m. Glenn & A. P. Fulton are away tonight. Shirley, Tom and Morris are at Badminton tonight. Had a card from Arthur & Lea Collings today.

Tuesday, November 14, 1939 - Cold Cold and cloudy; wind cold. Had some of A. P. Fulton's turnips yesterday and today at dinner. They tasted very nicely. Mr. Girdwood took some members of the S. School to the S. S. Convention in Middle Stewiacke this p.m.; among them Shirley Blaikie and Hazel Deyarmond. They are staying for the evening meeting too. (Harry and Nellie brought Thelma home last night; she has been helping Nellie at their home in Truro, for a few weeks.) I do not know much to write tonight. One thing more, Ross Johnson took some others to the convention in Mid. Stewiacke among them Mr. Alex Fulton, and Thelma Blaikie. Sent F. J. B.'s photo to her; also wrote to C. McCulloch of R. R. 2 Scotsburn for Mrs. Annie Miller.

Wednesday, November 15, 1939 - The road was white this a.m. and a little snow fell all day, at intervals. Rather cold wind. This is the 52nd anniversary of my marriage to my dear one who has been so long away from me. Morris has gone, tonight again, collecting for the Red Cross. Alice cleaned the kitchen.

Thursday, November 16, 1939 - Cold, and quite fine. Stayed upstairs most of the forenoon. Was working at aprons for Christmas. Leslie was with me some of the time. He is a happy little fellow most times. I sent a letter to E. M. B. and got one from her. She seems well; as are all her folks. Ruth was in; I was at Roy's a while this p.m. Got an embroidery needle; and gave Edna the dollar for the "ladies' Aid" in lieu of having it.

Friday, November 17, 1939 - Snow fell whitening the earth; but it is not snowing tonight: it is rather cold tonight. Insurance agent Mr. Dibble was here talking to Tom Fulton last night, and he (Tom) did not get to Badminton in the hall. Alice and Glenn were down to see Mrs. Hamilton, Alice's mother, and her brother Wilmer this evening. Morris went an hour and a half or so. Shirley was there. Had a letter from E. B. yesterday.

Saturday, November 18, 1939 - The snow melted off, mostly, today: but the wind was cold. Sun shone some of the time. I just stayed in the house and sewed, up in my room, most of the day. The little ones were with me now and again. I tried to fix Freda's skipping rope, but it may not last. Shirley was down with her Grandma Hamilton today.

Sunday, November 19, 1939 - A clear sunshiny day; cold toward night. Glenn, Alice and Freda and Leslie were home from church: in the p.m. Alice, Glenn and their family went to Lower Economy to visit Mrs. Wilfred Maclellan (nee Daisy Perrin), a relative of Alice. Morris and I had supper together and he went up to Y. P. S. C. E. Roy came up an hour or so. Glenn & family were home fairly early.

Monday, November 20, 1939 - Another clear, sunshiny day. Cold this a.m. Nothing much went on except the regular routine. The funeral of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Fulton's baby girl was held at their home at two o'clock this p.m. They have four boys living; one baby boy, and this their only girl are passed away - gone to that home where they shall ever behold the face of their Father who is in Heaven. Roy and Edna attended the funeral. We heard of Mrs. Edmund Miller having a (blank) stroke of paralysis today. Tom & Morris are at Badminton. Had a letter from Mrs. Jane Collings - my sister Jane.

Tuesday, November 21, 1939 - Not very cold; cloudy; not much wind. Went with Glenn and G. R. in the truck to Mrs. S. A. Fulton's this a.m. and was there to tea; and Glenn came for me in the evening. Had a nice visit with Mrs. Fulton. They, she and Mr. Fulton, are growing old, but are very kind and sociable. Alda was in.

Wednesday, November 22, 1939 - Dark and cloudy and wet, not very tho'. I guess I did not do much. We heard that Mrs. Edmund Miller is not much better if any. Cannot think of much to write tonight.

Thursday, November 23, 1939 - Rain and snow falling all day, off and on: not very cold - but wet and raw. Bob (G. R.) and Glenn were to Truro this afternoon and home in time for tea. I knitted some, and wrote a letter to Mrs. Girdwood sent a letter to E. M. B. Red Deer. Mrs. R. H. Smith is ill; we hear it is cancer of the stomach, and that not much can be done for it.

Friday, November 24, 1939 - Dark and cloudy; with a wee bit of sunshine. Mrs. Richard Barrett visited us; we were glad to have her, as she is a good friend to have. Was sorry she had to walk home, but I thought she would be O.K. Glenn & G. R. were to Truro today. The teacher's institute is meeting in Truro; so there are two holidays. Mr. J. W. Girdwood is home for the week end, having been attending the teacher's institute at Truro. He was in tonight but went to choir practice; Morris did not go, as he was tired, and had been up late nights lately; so wished to go to bed.

Saturday, November 25, 1939 - The wind was cold, and, most of the day was cloudy, but there was a little bit of sunshine. Glenn & G. R. were to Truro. The mines are taking their toll of shipping from British, French and neutrals.

Sunday, November 26, 1939  -- Sabbath. A fine sunshiny day. Wind rather cold. We were all at church this morning except Nina, Freda and Leslie. Mr. Roy Vessy preached a very good sermon on faith Heb. 11:8. J. W. Girdwood was here this p.m. He has been home for the teacher's institute. The Y. P. S. C. E. was invited to Springside tonight. Morris took Shirley, Nina, Thelma and Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Fulton. They were home early. Roy was up this evening.

Monday, November 27, 1939 - Cloudy, with sometimes snow flakes falling; however Alice got her wash hung out and dried. G. R. and Glenn were hauling to Truro. I sewed quite a little bit. Mended some too. Tom and Morris have gone to Badminton Club, and Freda is in here with me.

Tuesday, November 28, 1939 - Some sunshine; some clouds. Chilly wind. Glenn and G. R. Went to Caribou, Halifax Co., with a load of boards this a.m., and hauled logs in the p.m. They expected to have a load of logs from Jas. Fraser, Musquodoboit, to bring back; but through a mischance, lost Mr. Fraser's logs, tho' they had bargained for them. Tom and Morris are home tonight.

Wednesday, November 29, 1939 - A nice fine day. Sunshiny; not very cold. Knitted some, swept and dusted the two bedrooms this a.m. After I had my nap, after dinner, I walked to Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond's, and she cut out two hoods for me. Visited a short time; then Mrs. Margeson came in and made a call on Mrs. Deyarmond (Ethel); and we went home together. Tom and Glenn are out tonight.

Thursday, November 30, 1939 - A nice comfortable day with sunshine. Mrs. Mary Fisher (Mrs. William) was laid to rest in the Middle Stewiacke Cemetery this afternoon. Roy and Edna were to the funeral. Mrs. Fisher was a sister-in-law to Mrs. Kidson Henry with Edna lived for fourteen or fifteen years after the death of her mother; and was therefore an old friend. Mrs. Alex Fulton, Edna and I were invited to Mrs. S. G. (Graham) Fulton's "Ladies' Aid," in the p.m. We, three were there; Edna came after she came home from the funeral. Besides we three, there were Mrs. Wallace Gault, Mrs. J. W. Benvie, Mrs. W. P. Miller, Mrs. Martin S. Fulton, and Mrs. George Bentley. Mrs. Alex Fulton, Edna and I had a nice walk together coming home. Wrote to F. J. B.

Friday, December 1, 1939 - Very foggy this a.m. Quite fine and warm p.m. Shirley went to her grandmother Hamilton's to help her today. They are going for her now I guess. She is to go to choir practice. I was at Roy's this p.m. a little while. Finished knitting a little pair of blue mittens.

Saturday, December 2, 1939 - Cloudy Cloudy, but not very cold.  Morris and I went to Stewiacke tonight. Got there about eight p.m. This is the first time we have visited at the Woodworth home, since Fred was married. It is nice to be back to see them. Mrs. Fred seems very nice to us. Went to bed after 10 p.m.

Sunday, December 3, 1939 - Cloudy; and rainy tonight. Edith and I stayed home from church; Mr. and Mrs. Fred S. Woodworth and Morris Blaikie attended church. About four p.m. Morris, Aunt Edith Woodworth and I started amid quite heavy rain, for Brother Walter's at Wittenberg; where we arrived some little time afterward. We partook of a good supper, talked a little while, and then left for home, arriving about 7.30 p.m. It rained very heavily on our way home.

Monday, December 4, 1939 - Cloudy and windy; showers in the afternoon. A quiet day, but pleasant, as my sister Edith was here.

Tuesday, December 5, 1939 - Cloudy. Not very cold. Right after dinner Morris drove us to Mrs. Edmund Hamilton's where we spent the p.m. very pleasantly with Mrs. Hamilton. Glenn and the little ones came and brought us home. Morris, Tom and Shirley were at Badminton. Morris wrote to T. Eaton's in regard to damaged underwear (underlined).

Wednesday, December 6, 1939 - Cold wind. Not frosty. We sewed & knitted this a.m.; Mrs. Alex Fulton called this p.m. Alice and Shirley are at Mission Circle at Mrs. G. R. Deyarmond's. They began to plough the field joining Graham Fulton's.

Thursday, December 7, 1939 - Cloudy; a little sunshine. We went to Alex Fulton's, (Roy took us - Sister Edith and I) this a.m. We had a nice visit, and Roy came and took us home about 3.30 or 4 o'clock p.m. Fulton Stewart, a nephew of Mrs. Alex Fulton was there. In the evening Mrs. Geo. Bentley came and we enjoyed her call very much. They, the Kennedys, finished, or about finished ploughing the field by Roy's; begun yesterday.

Friday, December 8, 1939 - Dark Dark and showery, with snow tonight. We, my sister and I, spent most of the day at Roy's. Had a good time. The ploughers had to go home early on account of the storm. Edna, Thelma & Morris went to choir practice.

Saturday, December 9, 1939 - Snow on the ground; raw, but not very cold. We sewed and I wrote a letter to E. M. B. this a.m. Mr. Earle, and his nephew David Kennedy, were ploughing. Glenn, G. R. & Alice went to Truro in the truck this afternoon. Got back before tea, or just about tea time. They Alice & Glenn are going to the store tonight. Tom & Morris are not.

Sunday, December 10, 1939 - Sabbath. Snow did not all thaw off, but was a nice day. We were at church. Mr. Girdwood's sermon was preached from the text " Genesis 32:30." "For I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved." He spoke of Jacob as a clever, schemer and far sighted in his plans for getting along in his earthly life. We would naturally sympathize with Esau but he had not the ability of Jacob: and, after being converted, as he was at the time wrestling with the angel at Peniel, he was fitted more and more for the afterlife. In the p.m. we just stayed at home and were upstairs, Edith and I. Irma Benvie, and Jackie Buntain were here to tea: Shirley, Nine and Morris are at Y. P. S. C. E.    We heard of Mr. S. A. Fulton's having to have an operation for some stomach trouble: he is in the Colchester Hospital, at Truro, and seriously ill.

Monday, December 11, 1939 - Dark and cloudy; the snow melted some. Alice washed; dried most of it in the house though. G. R. Deyarmond was not very well, and was not here working. We did not go down to Roy's, as it was wet and disagreeable outside. David Kennedy here. They did not go to Badminton - Tom and Morris.

Tuesday-Wednesday, December 12-13, 1939 - Just dark & damp with rain, and some snow Tuesday night. Edith & I were at Mrs. Margeson's one afternoon, & I had a pleasant call - they are so nice; such kind and sociable neighbors. Wrote to F. J. B.

Thursday, December 14, 1939 - (Misdated Dec. 13) Thursday. Some rain this a.m. Dark afternoon. Glenn, Shirley and Nine went to Truro, with Aunt Edith as far as Brookfield, where she waited for the jitney which would convey her to Stewiacke. They got dentistry done (the girls Shirley and Nina) in Truro, and they arrived home in the evening. After dinner George Blaikie motored Mrs. Alex Fulton, Edna (his mother) and me to Mrs. Edson Cox's to the W. M. S. meeting. After the meeting, which was the last meeting of the year, and in which officers were elected, we went to Mrs. H. J. Fulton's to the Ladies' Aid. We got some things, cloth & yarn, to work at Red Cross work. Mrs. S. A. Fulton, Mrs. E. Horncastle, Mrs. J. D. and Mrs. Edson Cox, Mrs. Alex Fulton, Mrs. Roy Blaikie, Mrs. Dr. Buntain, Misses Jennie Miller, Margaret Knickle, Mary E. Douglas & myself were present at the Ladies' Aid. The Guest at Aid was Miss Mabel Fulton of U. S. A., a sister of H. J. Fulton's. She has lived in the U. S. A. for many years. She has a few old school mates in this section. George Blaikie took Mrs. Alex Fulton, Mrs. Roy Blaikie (his mother) and me, home. He was accompanied by Addison Laffin. Mr. S. A. Fulton is in the C. C. Hospital, Truro. He is suffering from an inward growth; has had an operation. First Friday in every month to be W. M. S. day.

Friday, December 15, 1939 - A lovely fine cool day. Wind rather cold. Mrs. J. W. Benvie came this a.m., and returned home about four o'clock in the p.m. We enjoyed her visit very much; it is long since she has been here. Glenn and G. R. were hauling logs from Meadowvale or in that direction today. We miss sister Edith with her quiet ways. Trust she got home safely. Tonight dear Jean Peppard came to see us; she is a great girl! So kind to all! Not likely she will be home long. She will be going back to California (D. V.) Morris and Shirley are at choir practice tonight.

   "Oh! joy that seekest me through pain,  
      I cannot close my heart to thee;  
     I trace the rainbow through the rain,  
                 and deem the promise is not vain,  
    That mourn shall tearless be."

Saturday, December 16, 1939 - A mild day with some sunshine. A quiet forenoon, and right after dinner Glenn took me to see Jean Peppard and her father, mother and Willis. Had a lovely p.m. with them. Mr. Peppard is in bed, but he talks and is interested in the things of the world and for the welfare of people. Mr. and Mrs. Will Smith called at Mr. Peppard's, and seemed very sociable. Glenn came for me, and we called and got Shirley at Mrs. Hamilton's. Sent parcels to the west.

Sunday, December 17, 1939 - Wet and rainy this a.m. Cloudy & damp p.m. Nina and the little ones were home from church, Mr. Girdwood's sermon was preached from 2 Peter 3:13. "Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness." It was a good discourse: Mr. Girdwood said, "In spite of all the troubles and trials of the world, false teachers and what not, yet we, according to God's promise, look for new heavens and a new earth wherein dwelleth righteousness. Only a small audience was there - at church - 38 or so. In the p.m. Alice and Glenn, Freda and Leslie went to Mrs. Hamilton's to tea. Morris was at Roy's and Mrs. Margeson's.

Monday, December 18, 1939 - Dark, cloudy and damp; not very cold. Alice washed, but the clothes did not dry. Was upstairs most of the day. Shirley was up with me a little while. Jean was too. I was knitting at a re cross sock. Shirley and Nina were at Badminton. Letters from F. J. B. & E. M. B.

Tuesday, December 19, 1939 - A nice fine day with cold wind. Just knitted and sat around after I tidied up the two bedrooms, this forenoon. After dinner I rested a little while, and went to Roy's and was there an hour and a half. Came home, and had supper.

Wednesday, December 20, 1939 - Quite a nice day, but not much sun. Raining some tonight. Morris and Shirley are at choir practice; practicing for Christmas.   This forenoon I was in my room most of the time. After dinner I went to the store (H. J. Fulton's) with Glenn, and G. R. Deyarmond in the truck: did some Christmas shopping, called at Mrs. Edson Cox's, and Mrs. Henry Cox's; had nice talks with them both. Heard of Mrs. Murray Dickie being in hospital at Truro, having had an operation for appendicitis on Sabbath. Guess she is doing quite well.

Thursday, December 21, 1939 - It rained last night, and was quite a warm day for the time of year. We have had a fine fall. This is the first day of winter, and we had both fires out in the afternoon for a while: not many days this time of year, are ever that comfortable. Glenn and G. R. were hauling logs. Alice was at her mother's picking two roosters, which Wilmer presented toward the Christmas dinner. She was walking both ways. The "boys" were both to the village tonight; one to the P. O., the other to the store. Shirley and Nina, & Irma Benvie went with Dr. Buntain to the Cross Roads school concert; Glenn is going to bring them home.

Friday, December 22, 1939 - A little snow fell today; but it was a nice day, for the first day of winter. We had a quiet day: Alice and Shirley were cleaning for Christmas. It was the last day of school, and the concert was tonight. It was a nice entertainment; the pupils did well; and it must have taken a lot of work to drill them. There was quite a crowd there. People from different school sections. Now it is bed time. Saw some old friends Mr. and Mrs. Herman Dickie & son Sidney; Miss Jennie Smith and her mother, Mrs. Neil Archibald; the first family from Los Angeles Calif. and the others from Musquodoboit. Also became acquainted with Mrs. Harry Fulton and her little son Jimmie. She seems like a nice little woman.

Saturday, December 23, 1939 - A shiff of snow is on the ground, but the day is not very cold. Our Eaton order came today, and we rolled up parcels for Christmas. Ruth was in, and she and Nina went for the mail. Had a little busier day than common.

Sunday, December 24, 1939 - Sabbath. Quite a nice day; a few snow-flakes fell but not enough to white the ground. We all went to church; the sermon was about the wise men who came to seek the infant Jesus. The minister read the second chapter of Matthew's gospel. The choir sang an anthem for the occasion - a special Christmas one.                 Ruth and Thelma were up a while today, in the p.m. Jack was up, and Morris went out with him to spend the afternoon at the manse. Nina went with some other girls, Mrs. Ross Johnson & Mrs. Clyde Reynolds, and the Mission Band, in the late afternoon, to sing Christmas Carols.

Christmas Day

Monday, December 25, 1939 - A little snow on the ground, but not enough to cover it. Wind rather cold. Such a nice day! So many were good to me, & Harry & Nellie gave me an electric (blank) for my bedroom; Alice and Glenn, Edwin and George, each lovely boxes of stationery, Morris a hot water bag, and I got three boxes of Ldrfs (?), two of chocolates, a box of dusting powder, a bed jacket and what not - candy - a lot of it. And the quiet goodness of all around us. Morris drove me over to see Miss. Tupper, Miss Rilla Laffin & Mrs. Annie Miller in South Village. Miss Tupper and Mrs. Miller are invalids, and Rilla taking care of them. In the p.m. Mrs. Hamilton and I called to see Mr. and Mrs. Margeson & Roy's family. Morris went to a shooting with some others, at Cross Roads. In the p.m. he went to Badminton.

Tuesday, December 26, 1939 - Cold and windy. Quite cold tonight. Was in the house all day. Shortened the sleeves of Morris's new (Eaton) jacket. Ironed the part of the wash made up of Morris & my clothes. There does not seem to be anything else to write.

Wednesday, December 27, 1939 - A rather cold windy day; but it was fine. Alice was trying to sew some. I was only knitting. Sent a letter to E. M. B. and Harry. Do not know what the men were doing. Had a letter from Aunt Martha & card from M. Edury Webster. Nothing doing tonight. Wrote to E. M. B.

Thursday, December 28, 1939 - A fine, cold windy day. No snow to speak of; roads frozen and dry. They were sawing and hauling logs today. A very ordinary day. Did not rise very early. Was upstairs a lot. Had a belated card from J. K. MacInnes'. Nine was visiting in the South Village - at Mr. J. Day's &c.

Friday, December 29, 1939 - A lovely day. Not very cold: sunshine. Glenn, and G. R. Deyarmond went t Truro today. Mrs. Alex Fulton & I called on Mrs. Lester Deyarmond this p.m. Had a nice call. They, Mr. & Mrs. Lester Deyarmond, have a little boy, Walter Fulton, staying with them.

Saturday, December 30, 1939 - Rather Rather cloudy this a.m. and in the p.m. Snow began falling, and the ground is white tonight. The wind is north east. Was at Roy's to dinner: came home and had a nap then, mended clothes until most tea time. Glenn and Alice are to the store. Tom Fulton stayed all night, milked this a.m. ere he went home.

Sunday, December 31, 1939 - Sabbath. A very lovely fine day. Harry and Nellie came from Truro to Roy's while we were at church. All of us were there today. Morris was the organist at church, as Mrs. Ross Johnson was in Truro. There was a very small audience at church. Harry and Nellie, and Jack Girdwood, were here to tea. We had some music in the afternoon and evening.

Births & Marriages 1939

Miss Bessie Fulton and Currie Johnson son of Henry Johnson and the late Jane (Gammell) Johnson, were married in Apr. (blank) Bessie Fulton daughter of Lyman Fulton, Newton Mills, Currie Johnson of Cross Roads. Upper Stewiacke.
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Twins born to Mr. & Mrs. Geo. Miller at Cross Roads on Apr. 16
A son, Jas. Alfred, was born at Burnside, to Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Miller of Upper Stewiacke, May 10, 1939.
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Ellen Marion Burnette and john Cameron McKinnon married in Truro, June 24th, 1939 by the Rev. (blank)
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Irene Gertrude Creelman, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Lester Creelman of South Branch, and Franklin Rupert Benjamin of Gay's River were married at her home, Sept. 20 (Wednesday) by Rev. J. K. McInnes assisted by Rev. Wm. Girdwood.
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Alice Stewart Dickie, daughter of Rufus E. Dickie of Stewiacke and Dr. William (blank) Hampton of (blank) Newfoundland were married in the St. Andrews Church Stewiacke October (blank) by Dr. Frank E. Archibald United Church minister of that place.
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Bessie Beatrice Raworth, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. C. C. Raworth of Stickney N.B. and Frederic Stanley Woodworth were married, by (Rev.) Dr. F. E. Archibald, at the manse, Stewiacke, N.S., Oct. 7, 1939. After a honeymoon in N.B., they will reside in Stewiacke. The groom is the youngest son of Mrs. E.Woodworth and the late Mr. F. Woodworth.
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Shirley Carter, 2nd daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Alvin Carter, Brookfield, and Scott Fulton, son of David Fulton of Upper Stewiacke, and Mrs. Fulton were married Oct. 7.
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At the manse, Upper Musquodoboit, Nov. 10, 1939, Lola Henderson of Truro, to Neil Benvie of Upper Musquodoboit. The officiating minister was Rev. D. C. McKenzie, of the same place.
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Deaths 1939
Mar. 10 - Albert Logan of Upper Musquodoboit, aged 78.
Mar.  - Ernest Johnson, South Branch, aged 77.
Mar. - Mrs. Joseph W. Dean (nee Mary Fleming, Upr. Musq., aged 36.
Mar. 18 - Mrs. Wm. Graham (nee Eva Johnson) Burnside, age 76.
Mar. - Geo. F. Graham, Newton Mills, aged (blank)
Mar. -  (Bert) (blank) Dean, Newton Mills, aged 47.
Mar. - Robert (Roddy) Brenton, Cloverdale, aged 14 years.
Mar. 18 - Mrs. Wm. (Eva) Graham, Burnside, aged 76 years.
Mar. 31st - Alvin Elliot Graham, Burnside, aged 25 yrs; 11 months, Son of Cyrus F. Graham & Granson of Mrs. Eva Graham.
Apr. 3rd - Wallace Miller, Upper Stewiacke, aged 30 yrs. & almost two months, son of Edmund Miller.
Apr. -   Moses Lockhart died at Stewiacke; he had been sick a long time.
June -  C. E. Bentley, merchant, Truro, died, aged 92.
May -  Agnes Rachel (Nessie) Hamilton, wife of Benjamin; 
B. Bustin, Portland, Maine, aged nearly 50 yrs., a native of Burnside, Upper Stewiacke. She leaves two children, Mrs. Carrie B. Horton, and Harry Bustin, also her husband, Benjamin B. Bustin, to mourn her loss.
June 12  -  Donald S. Benvie, son of Norman and Louise (Stewart) Benvie, died this a.m. after quite a long illness. He was almost 20 yrs. old and worked in the bank in (blank). 
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At Cross Roads, Upper Stewiacke, June 15, William Johnson, aged 83 years, died at the home of his brother (twin), after an illness extending over several months. The funeral was held today, June 17, from the home of his brother Frank, where he has been during his illness.

Henry Creelman died at Maitland, Hants Co., N. S., July. Buried in Riverside Cemetery, Upper Stewiacke, his native place.

At the home of Wilfred Pearson, on Aug. 13. Miss Kate B. Lugrin, aged 86 years. Her sister, Mrs. Fred. Tupper, with whom she formerly made her home, died about 16 years ago. For the last 6 years or so Miss Lugrin has made her home at Mr. Pearson's.

Verse on inside back cover:
'Tis a lower place you are filling, 
                But not lower than His feet;
and few are the books that are needed -
                yet the lessons are wondrously sweet.
So working and loving and trusting,
                I am learning to do His will;
For the Master's most beautiful lesson
                Is ever to wait and be still.
                                          Jan. 6, 1940

I heard a footstep behind me,
                And the sound of a merry laugh,
And I knew that the heart it came from
                Would be like a comforting staff
In the time and hour of trouble,
                Hopeful and brave and strong
One of the hearts to depend on,
                When we think that things go wrong.

Enclosures:
1. Postcard size ink blotter.
                Raybestos PG Brake Lining Sets. You stop Safely-Surely.
                Blaikie's Garage, Dodge-Desoto General Auto Repairs
                28 Waddell Street
                TEL. 574W      Truro, N. S.

2. Hand-written poem on small piece of paper:
I feel as if God walks amid the fields
At twilight; when the sunlight falls
In shafts of yellow splendor through the trees,
I think his silence is a veil of golden mist;
And when the evening breeze
Begins its quiet song at close of day,
Then bids his angels, with their silver wings, 
Fly downwards through the silence cool and deep
And guard the little children while they sleep.

3. C. Cards & Letters Sent.
Miss. J. V. Gray
Sister Clara
Mabel Power
John S. Collings
Dec. 5 Ralph B.; Bill W.  & Stanley Abrahamson
Minnie Graham (Mrs. P. W.)
Mr. & Mrs. J. D. Cox
Mrs. J. A. Lockhart
Mrs. Allan MacLeod, 27 Linden Pl., Red Bank
Flossie & Edith
Aunt Jessie
Leo Boomer
Alan A. Boomer
Harry R. Boomer
Cleo R. Boomer
Kaye Boomer
Raymond Boomer
Mary L. Blaikie
Mr. & Mrs. S. Fulton
(four names illegible or partly erased)
Mr. & Mrs. Foster Blaikie
Mr. & Mrs. E. Reyer
Mary L. Blaikie
Edith S. Goodwin
Mrs. C. A. Blaikie
Mr. & Mrs. J. D. Webster
Mrs. E. Hamilton
J. W. Fulton
Mrs. D. Kennedy

4. Clipping from Family Herald and Weekly Star, October 18, 1939
Map of Europe with caption reading:
Fruits of Neutrality
While other major nations of Europe are occupied with war, Russia seizes the golden opportunity to extend her influence over the Baltic, and bring pressure on the Balkans. The only fighting involved in the series of Russian victories was of minor nature in the occupation of Poland. The legends at the right show what Stalin set out to do in various corners of East Europe, and how far he has succeeded.

5. Family Herald clipping May 17, 1939
Fragrance for linens (instructions on making)

6. Halifax Herald clipping (January 1939 approximately)
Photo of Norman Holland, Montreal businessman, boarding plane bor 30,000 mile business trip to 14 countries - "believed to be the longest aerial jaunt ever undertaken by a Canadian businessman.

7. Family Herald clipping (undated):
The Sunday Law - What? Why?
Dr. J. G. Shearer
                The official title of our Sunday law is the Lord's Day Act. It is not an ancient statute. It is very modern, both in time and nature. It came into force March first, 1907. It was passed in 1906 by the Parliament of Canada after months of careful and thorough discussion by both Houses, and after dealing with every conceivable objection from the viewpoints of industry, business, pleasure, as well as from non-Christian and seven-day Sabbatarian religion. The work was well done. Not a single amendment has been made to it since.
                Its object was to conserve as a national heritage the weekly day of rest from toil, of industrial liberty and of opportunity for self-culture and worship.
                It does not aim to regulate the observance of the day in a religious way -- which must be voluntary -- but simply to preserve the day as the inalienable right of every person. The law of nature imperatively requires one day's rest in every seven in the interests of health, efficiency and life to a normal age. It is not therefore imposed on human nature. It is written in our members. It is an inward law which we violate at our personal peril and at the sacrifice of national welfare.
                It is a social law. It seeks to protect all toilers in their liberty. It calls for the observance of the Golden Rule, "Do unto others, as ye would have them do unto you." It calls for the exercise of self-denial, therefore, wherever this is necessary, in order not to take away or menace our neighbour's right to his rest day.
                It recognizes also that "the liberty of rest for each demands the law of rest for all." Rest for all must be compulsory in order that rest for each may be possible. There is no other way. Excepting only works of "necessity and mercy", all business, all buying and selling is forbidden. The same applies to all labour in one's own calling, or in any other line for gain. If men may work, greed will compel them to work. Even foods may not be sold on that day excepting for consumption on the premises. Otherwise the baker and grocer and their employees would be compelled to forego their day of rest that others mught be saved from having to think ahead and to purchase in advance what they will need on Sunday. So with the sale of news, tobacco, cigars, etc.
                But what of pleasure? Why should we not be able to take such pleasure as we think wise on Sunday? The Sunday law of Canada does not forbid pleasure in itself in any form but only such pleasure as becomes a business and involves labour on the part of others, and therefore robbing these others of their rest-day, rights that we ourselves prize so highly. Gold is lawful, but not employing caddies. Ball for the mere fun of it is allowed, but not professional ball where an admission fee is charged and where it is made a business. This is the Sunday law of Canada. In some of the Eastern Provinces the old Provincial laws forbid all "noisy games" but not the Lord's Day Act of Canada.
                It is lawful to toboggan or sleigh ride down any hillside on Sunday, but not to operate municipal slides that involve the employment of labour for their operation. It is lawful to skate but not to run a commercial skating rink; to bathe but not to run bathing pavilions involving employment or service. Thus the principle of not robbing others of their rest day in order to permit our indulgence in pleasures of mere luxuries or conveniences runs throughout the law. Is it not reasonable? Is it not right? Is it not essential to the largest measure of rest-day liberty to the greatest number of people? Is it not fair and just to limit the limit the liberty of some for the same of the larger liberty of all? 
                The law also generously interprets "works of necessity and mercy." Conveying travellers and mails is permitted but not public excursions for pleasure, run for gain. The restaurant may operate but not the saloon or theatre or picture show, for these "unnecessarily" involve the labour of others. The druggist may sell medicines and appliances "for the relief of sickness and siffering" but only for this purpose, and he may not (remainder of article not included).

8. Application and Authorization for a Search of Census Records (listing Census years April 5, 1891, April 1, 1901, June 24, 1906 Prairie Provinces, June 1. 1916 Prairie Provinces, June 1, 1921