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1913-1917
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Pollock's "line-a-day" diary, kept during her last year of high school and her four years at Vassar (1913-1917). Each day in the journal includes a line for each of five successive years. Pollock discusses social events, including card parties, theater and film (Charlie Chaplin), flirtations and crushes, and meeting notable writers (Kate Douglas Wiggin, Evelyn Nesbit). Pollock describes her activism for such organizations and causes as women's suffrage (Votes for Women sticker, the Suffrage Parade on June 6, 1914), the DAR, and the Red Cross. Pollock references academic experiences related to studying, lab, recitations, compositions, and athletics. She mentions the Vassar traditions related to Field Day, Tree Ceremonies, Commencement, Graduation, Class Day, the Daisy Chain, alumni night at Union, the Freshman Reception, the Geology trip, and visiting Lake Mohonk. Pollock cites significant historical events, such as the [U.S.] declaration of war [on Germany] (April 6, 1917), the sinking of the Lusitania (May 8, 1915), war in China (July 28, 1913), and viewing a military camp (November 4, 1917).
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Mary Culver
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January 1
1913
Hurrah! My graduating year has dawned! But graduation seems very far off yet. Maybe it is.
1914.
Woke up at Doris' this morning. We had a dandy time snow shoeing last night. Went for a sleigh-ride. Saw Ralph at Marge's.
1915.
Oh joy, oh joy! Its such fun to be in a new year. Mother, Mrs. Scudder, Marion and I, went to the Governor's reception this afternoon. Governor Whitman looked so tired & hot.
1916.
Goodness! Isn't this appalling! I came down on the train with Ol, Ken, and John. It certainly doesn't pay to have an attractive room-mate. Eddie is a funny boy.
1917.
I've started the new year swell! Late for all my meals, wasted the afternoon instead of studying, and have a rotten cold. And I'm going to a card party Wednesday!!
1913
Hurrah! My graduating year has dawned! But graduation seems very far off yet. Maybe it is.
1914.
Woke up at Doris' this morning. We had a dandy time snow shoeing last night. Went for a sleigh-ride. Saw Ralph at Marge's.
1915.
Oh joy, oh joy! Its such fun to be in a new year. Mother, Mrs. Scudder, Marion and I, went to the Governor's reception this afternoon. Governor Whitman looked so tired & hot.
1916.
Goodness! Isn't this appalling! I came down on the train with Ol, Ken, and John. It certainly doesn't pay to have an attractive room-mate. Eddie is a funny boy.
1917.
I've started the new year swell! Late for all my meals, wasted the afternoon instead of studying, and have a rotten cold. And I'm going to a card party Wednesday!!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913010
January 2
1913.
The C.A.R. dance with the Major. Why is it I love to dance until I'm dead tired, but can't study half an hour?
1914.
Dorothy's dance tonight. Their house is lovely. Kid didn't dance with me once. Ruth looked untrancing. [Bauder] likes Ruth Bewit.
1915.
Sat. Dore wanted me to come up today but I couldn't go. I surely would like to meet John. Abie & I went to the Grand tonight. It was good.
1916.
Sunday. Church. Mr. [Moldenhawer] is so nice. We sang carols in S.S. Maynard came down tonight and was half asleep. I like him so.
1917.
Rose late. In afternoon went to the Grand with Augusta, Margaret, and Marion. Went to Huyless. After dinner I read "Childe Harold". Horrible!
1913.
The C.A.R. dance with the Major. Why is it I love to dance until I'm dead tired, but can't study half an hour?
1914.
Dorothy's dance tonight. Their house is lovely. Kid didn't dance with me once. Ruth looked untrancing. [Bauder] likes Ruth Bewit.
1915.
Sat. Dore wanted me to come up today but I couldn't go. I surely would like to meet John. Abie & I went to the Grand tonight. It was good.
1916.
Sunday. Church. Mr. [Moldenhawer] is so nice. We sang carols in S.S. Maynard came down tonight and was half asleep. I like him so.
1917.
Rose late. In afternoon went to the Grand with Augusta, Margaret, and Marion. Went to Huyless. After dinner I read "Childe Harold". Horrible!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913011
January 3
1913.
I love this diary. I've always wanted one. Its been almost an ambition to own one. Another is to ride a camel.
1914.
Marion's card party, Abie took me as usual. Kid was there. Vastly agreeable. He has a horrid sty. He didn't dance with me nor say good night.
1915.
Sun. Today Anna came down and went to church with me and stayed for dinner and we knitted. Tussie & I went to Marions, Marges, Dot's and Sally's.
1916.
This morning slept, principally, and sewed. This P.M. Marion, Augusta, Harriet Aaronowitz and I went to the Leland & Ten Eyck.
1917.
This morning went down-town with Mother & Marion. This afternoon went to a card-party at Marie's. Rather enjoyed it. Marge is a scream. Tonight read.
1913.
I love this diary. I've always wanted one. Its been almost an ambition to own one. Another is to ride a camel.
1914.
Marion's card party, Abie took me as usual. Kid was there. Vastly agreeable. He has a horrid sty. He didn't dance with me nor say good night.
1915.
Sun. Today Anna came down and went to church with me and stayed for dinner and we knitted. Tussie & I went to Marions, Marges, Dot's and Sally's.
1916.
This morning slept, principally, and sewed. This P.M. Marion, Augusta, Harriet Aaronowitz and I went to the Leland & Ten Eyck.
1917.
This morning went down-town with Mother & Marion. This afternoon went to a card-party at Marie's. Rather enjoyed it. Marge is a scream. Tonight read.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913012
January 4
1913.
This evening Margery came in. She saw "The Man with Three wives" this afternoon. We gave her "Truxton King" for her birthday.
1914.
Church & Sunday School. ... the latter however. Went to Mrs. Sullivans. In the evening Clark called, [on foot].
1915.
We went to dinner at Marges then to the theatre to see "Omar the Tentmaker". It was wonderful. Dot, Marion, Mar & I went. We saw Reid. Ned went back today.
1916.
This morning sewed for Red Cross at the Educational Building. In P.M. saw Marion off. Went at 7.50. Met Dore & Margaret on train. Saw Abe the innocent. Mae Marsh & Robert Herwin in the [...].
1917.
Down-town. Marges. Poor Marge. Tonight to the Grand. In the movies the heroines are always [pure] & innocent. Well here am I pure as the lily and the innermost of Family. Party.
1913.
This evening Margery came in. She saw "The Man with Three wives" this afternoon. We gave her "Truxton King" for her birthday.
1914.
Church & Sunday School. ... the latter however. Went to Mrs. Sullivans. In the evening Clark called, [on foot].
1915.
We went to dinner at Marges then to the theatre to see "Omar the Tentmaker". It was wonderful. Dot, Marion, Mar & I went. We saw Reid. Ned went back today.
1916.
This morning sewed for Red Cross at the Educational Building. In P.M. saw Marion off. Went at 7.50. Met Dore & Margaret on train. Saw Abe the innocent. Mae Marsh & Robert Herwin in the [...].
1917.
Down-town. Marges. Poor Marge. Tonight to the Grand. In the movies the heroines are always [pure] & innocent. Well here am I pure as the lily and the innermost of Family. Party.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913013
January 5
1913.
Dore has asked to take me to the Penn. Musical Clubs, Tuesday night. Oh, I'm so glad! We saw Signa out riding.
1914.
Went to the "Sumoline Girl" tonight with Mama, Marion and Ruth. It was adorable. Especially "Tango".
1915.
Ah ha! This is the happiest day in my life. Went back to college. Joy!!! Nobody here when we got here. Soon Virginia and Peggy & Laura arrived, then Ann.
1916.
Back back back to the grind! Sun came this morning. Lots of girls aren't back being in the clutches of la Grippe. Hate to study. Wow!
1917.
Morning bought a dress at [Bomvits]. In afternoon ar Margery's & there for lunch. She is the original scream. Marion and Margaret there too. I go back tomorrow.
1913.
Dore has asked to take me to the Penn. Musical Clubs, Tuesday night. Oh, I'm so glad! We saw Signa out riding.
1914.
Went to the "Sumoline Girl" tonight with Mama, Marion and Ruth. It was adorable. Especially "Tango".
1915.
Ah ha! This is the happiest day in my life. Went back to college. Joy!!! Nobody here when we got here. Soon Virginia and Peggy & Laura arrived, then Ann.
1916.
Back back back to the grind! Sun came this morning. Lots of girls aren't back being in the clutches of la Grippe. Hate to study. Wow!
1917.
Morning bought a dress at [Bomvits]. In afternoon ar Margery's & there for lunch. She is the original scream. Marion and Margaret there too. I go back tomorrow.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913014
January 6
1913.
Saw Dore today. Marge and I bathed Skibo and made fudge this afternoon. Abie is going to take Marion.
1914.
Came down tonight. Met Dore and Inez on the train. Dore and I went to the Inn. There was a suffrage meeting there.
1915.
Oh, dear I'm studying & studying just the same as usual. It rained today. Saw Gertrude and Marion. Saw Marie Bacon kiss "The Family Records" in the lib. A vital spot!
1916.
Wednesday. No philosophy quiz. I'll have to work like the dence to pass that. It surely is fun to see the [peeps] and hear their adventures.
1917.
Saturday. Came down. Marion & W are going to be Cordy's attendants. Doris has a new picture of John. Met A.B. in the station looking for Marguerite. Gee, this is a sad world.
1913.
Saw Dore today. Marge and I bathed Skibo and made fudge this afternoon. Abie is going to take Marion.
1914.
Came down tonight. Met Dore and Inez on the train. Dore and I went to the Inn. There was a suffrage meeting there.
1915.
Oh, dear I'm studying & studying just the same as usual. It rained today. Saw Gertrude and Marion. Saw Marie Bacon kiss "The Family Records" in the lib. A vital spot!
1916.
Wednesday. No philosophy quiz. I'll have to work like the dence to pass that. It surely is fun to see the [peeps] and hear their adventures.
1917.
Saturday. Came down. Marion & W are going to be Cordy's attendants. Doris has a new picture of John. Met A.B. in the station looking for Marguerite. Gee, this is a sad world.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913015
January 7
1913.
The concert was good, and there was a disturbance in which Robert and Reuben indulged. Dancing afterwards.
1914.
Back at the grind. Got a letter from Bird last night. Well [...] [...] seem very familiar. Everybody is back, and all is fine.
1915.
Today I went to the beloved Latin. Studied this afternoon and evening. I'm so sick of studying I could swear. In lab. I lose my religion.
1916.
Sun has a ukelele and many new gowns I wish she weren't so cute or I were more so. I think we would be more congenial. Study, study, study.
1917.
Sunday. It sho' seemed good not to begin classes. France's tea in afternoon. I entertained Agnes about all afternoon. Read Shelley tonight.
1913.
The concert was good, and there was a disturbance in which Robert and Reuben indulged. Dancing afterwards.
1914.
Back at the grind. Got a letter from Bird last night. Well [...] [...] seem very familiar. Everybody is back, and all is fine.
1915.
Today I went to the beloved Latin. Studied this afternoon and evening. I'm so sick of studying I could swear. In lab. I lose my religion.
1916.
Sun has a ukelele and many new gowns I wish she weren't so cute or I were more so. I think we would be more congenial. Study, study, study.
1917.
Sunday. It sho' seemed good not to begin classes. France's tea in afternoon. I entertained Agnes about all afternoon. Read Shelley tonight.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913016
January 8
1913.
The first day of school. Mademoiselle told us to "reflect" for five minutes before retiring. It is rather difficult.
1914.
Had a theme accepted. Oh, joy! My bliss is complete. I love poetry. We're going to have another long theme.
1915.
Friday. I studied in the afternoon and far into the evening on my blooming Latin topic and outline. Went to the Flag. Best stuff!
1916.
Concert tonight. Very good, Eddie Caselas, and Verd. Wasn't thrilled, afterwards up in Eo's. [Maire] is so funny. Marguerite is in love.
1917.
Went to [Coheus] with D.A. to see Mary Pickford in "Tess Than the Just". All seats .25! Skating on New Lake. Didn't go. Katrina & [Maire] went to new movies. Called on Dr. Bonnie.
1913.
The first day of school. Mademoiselle told us to "reflect" for five minutes before retiring. It is rather difficult.
1914.
Had a theme accepted. Oh, joy! My bliss is complete. I love poetry. We're going to have another long theme.
1915.
Friday. I studied in the afternoon and far into the evening on my blooming Latin topic and outline. Went to the Flag. Best stuff!
1916.
Concert tonight. Very good, Eddie Caselas, and Verd. Wasn't thrilled, afterwards up in Eo's. [Maire] is so funny. Marguerite is in love.
1917.
Went to [Coheus] with D.A. to see Mary Pickford in "Tess Than the Just". All seats .25! Skating on New Lake. Didn't go. Katrina & [Maire] went to new movies. Called on Dr. Bonnie.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913017
January 9
1913.
I was extremely stupid today. Had a glorious riding lesson. My horse had a long mane and eyelashes.
1914.
Yesterday we went downstreet and when we got back found there was measles in Po. Went to the movies.
1915.
Wend down street. Regular [bat]. I got letters from papa, Helen, and Aunt Satie today. Went to both movies, and Woods. Saw Slippery Slim. He's the picture of Ned!
1916.
Saturday. Studied A.M. P.M. and eve did ec note book. Interesting but hard. Did it with Kie. Very particular.
1917.
Laundry night tonight! I am trying to keep a cash account & I'm $.75 shy since yesterday. Helen Winter sent Dod a card & one from the baby. Isn't that just it!
1913.
I was extremely stupid today. Had a glorious riding lesson. My horse had a long mane and eyelashes.
1914.
Yesterday we went downstreet and when we got back found there was measles in Po. Went to the movies.
1915.
Wend down street. Regular [bat]. I got letters from papa, Helen, and Aunt Satie today. Went to both movies, and Woods. Saw Slippery Slim. He's the picture of Ned!
1916.
Saturday. Studied A.M. P.M. and eve did ec note book. Interesting but hard. Did it with Kie. Very particular.
1917.
Laundry night tonight! I am trying to keep a cash account & I'm $.75 shy since yesterday. Helen Winter sent Dod a card & one from the baby. Isn't that just it!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913018
January 10
Friday
1913.
Janet, Marge and I wanted to do something rash tonight, so we went to the debate. [Danahy] was wonderful. I came home alone.
1914.
After a tiring afternoon Doris and I went to the [Uandi]. Oh delicious! Miss Bier was there. Went to Inn. Cut Chapel.
1915.
A wonderful man in Chapel. Pres. of Audora. Heard [Rauschenbusch] tonight. Splendid. Read "Utopia finished" Piers Plowman. Saw Gertrude & Marion.
1916.
Sunday I didn't like the preacher. He dinned on my ears so I thought I'd have to get up & go out. Went to dark music.
1917.
Wednesday. Went to Art Building after Spanish. I know naught. Heard Miss Small read French-Canadian poems.
Friday
1913.
Janet, Marge and I wanted to do something rash tonight, so we went to the debate. [Danahy] was wonderful. I came home alone.
1914.
After a tiring afternoon Doris and I went to the [Uandi]. Oh delicious! Miss Bier was there. Went to Inn. Cut Chapel.
1915.
A wonderful man in Chapel. Pres. of Audora. Heard [Rauschenbusch] tonight. Splendid. Read "Utopia finished" Piers Plowman. Saw Gertrude & Marion.
1916.
Sunday I didn't like the preacher. He dinned on my ears so I thought I'd have to get up & go out. Went to dark music.
1917.
Wednesday. Went to Art Building after Spanish. I know naught. Heard Miss Small read French-Canadian poems.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913019
January 11
Sat.
1913.
I don't know what happened this day, but don't like a blank so will fill it up. Mama says to put "Was late for breakfast, and just got to school in time".
1914.
Sermon by Helen Crothers father. This afternoon Doris felt punk. We took a walk on sunset & it was beautiful.
1915.
Miss Haight said on my outline "Brief & Inadequate". "This is the life", Meldrume lectured. My comfortable came. Studied P.M. Took Delsante. There was skating.
1916.
Monday. Well I take it today I attended Geol, Ed, Phil & Narration classes, per usual. Don't get any mail. Am writing this up late.
1917.
Thursday. Kie & I went down town but not to the movies. We walked out. I don't know how I'll get along without the girls next year.
Sat.
1913.
I don't know what happened this day, but don't like a blank so will fill it up. Mama says to put "Was late for breakfast, and just got to school in time".
1914.
Sermon by Helen Crothers father. This afternoon Doris felt punk. We took a walk on sunset & it was beautiful.
1915.
Miss Haight said on my outline "Brief & Inadequate". "This is the life", Meldrume lectured. My comfortable came. Studied P.M. Took Delsante. There was skating.
1916.
Monday. Well I take it today I attended Geol, Ed, Phil & Narration classes, per usual. Don't get any mail. Am writing this up late.
1917.
Thursday. Kie & I went down town but not to the movies. We walked out. I don't know how I'll get along without the girls next year.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913020
January 12
Sun.
1913.
Oh, dear, another blank. Went to church and Sunday School and Chapel. Will fill this up in the Lyteller way. Just one sentence more. Then another. Positively the last. This is first.
1914.
Monday. Oh, I'm so tired of working. I have only two weeks to clear myself. Got a letter from mama.
1915.
Today being Tuesday I had, in usual Latin in which I recited, very beautifully, the Carmen Saeculare, Soph. Lit. and French. Miss White is dear.
1916. Tue. Studied for phil. quiz. Virginia taken ill with grippe. Dr. [Burness] came. She is a good soul, but she has her faults.
1917. Friday. Oh, I don't know what I did. This is such a funny world. Doris is so thrilled about John. Anyway I love my [family].
Sun.
1913.
Oh, dear, another blank. Went to church and Sunday School and Chapel. Will fill this up in the Lyteller way. Just one sentence more. Then another. Positively the last. This is first.
1914.
Monday. Oh, I'm so tired of working. I have only two weeks to clear myself. Got a letter from mama.
1915.
Today being Tuesday I had, in usual Latin in which I recited, very beautifully, the Carmen Saeculare, Soph. Lit. and French. Miss White is dear.
1916. Tue. Studied for phil. quiz. Virginia taken ill with grippe. Dr. [Burness] came. She is a good soul, but she has her faults.
1917. Friday. Oh, I don't know what I did. This is such a funny world. Doris is so thrilled about John. Anyway I love my [family].
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913021
January 13
1913.
Janet and I helped serve at the Missionary meeting. I was at Margery's for lunch. Janet treated me at Huyler's.
1914.
Had another theme accepted. We are going to take up the essays again. Oh I dislike them so. Didn't [...].
1915.
Ann got out of the Infirm today. [E...] and I saw her just before she got out. She had a special nurse and a Doctor from Poughkeepsie. She looks bad.
1916.
Wed. Phil. quiz. Worked alone in Psych as Ann is not back. Oh, dear, we're so far behind. Am crazed by them [state] of my [long] theme.
1917.
Saturday. This afternoon Marion, Doris, and I went down to the M.P.S. Saw Bessie Love in "Sister of six". Tonight heard [tenor].
1913.
Janet and I helped serve at the Missionary meeting. I was at Margery's for lunch. Janet treated me at Huyler's.
1914.
Had another theme accepted. We are going to take up the essays again. Oh I dislike them so. Didn't [...].
1915.
Ann got out of the Infirm today. [E...] and I saw her just before she got out. She had a special nurse and a Doctor from Poughkeepsie. She looks bad.
1916.
Wed. Phil. quiz. Worked alone in Psych as Ann is not back. Oh, dear, we're so far behind. Am crazed by them [state] of my [long] theme.
1917.
Saturday. This afternoon Marion, Doris, and I went down to the M.P.S. Saw Bessie Love in "Sister of six". Tonight heard [tenor].
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913022
January 14
Tuesday.
1913.
The Senior Class is going to give a masquerade to entertain the Juniors. Some class! Refreshments in the Gymnasium after much discussion among the Seniors.
1914.
Dancing. Oh, I adore dancing [thought] though I do it like a hippo. Kate Davison is so nice, I love her. Walked over with her.
1915.
Today I went over to the Flag [...]. Am not sure. Am writing this Sat. I don't know when I'm going to do all my topics.
1916.
Thur. Went to Drahey's house tonight. Screaming time. Awfully nice though. Cakes with '17 on them. Darling house. Lots of people there.
1917.
Sunday. Today was a busy one. This afternoon I Spanished with Ag from 2 - 6 & tonight Kie & I unbound Prometheus.
Tuesday.
1913.
The Senior Class is going to give a masquerade to entertain the Juniors. Some class! Refreshments in the Gymnasium after much discussion among the Seniors.
1914.
Dancing. Oh, I adore dancing [thought] though I do it like a hippo. Kate Davison is so nice, I love her. Walked over with her.
1915.
Today I went over to the Flag [...]. Am not sure. Am writing this Sat. I don't know when I'm going to do all my topics.
1916.
Thur. Went to Drahey's house tonight. Screaming time. Awfully nice though. Cakes with '17 on them. Darling house. Lots of people there.
1917.
Sunday. Today was a busy one. This afternoon I Spanished with Ag from 2 - 6 & tonight Kie & I unbound Prometheus.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913023
January 15
1913.
Busy getting ready for the party. Jean, Marge and I selected the prizes, a pair of hat-pins and a pair of shoe buckles.
1914.
Laundry night tonight! Last night Madeline gave Laura a call-down. Class meeting today. Violet is flower.
1915.
Suffered the torments of the damned and wrote my Latin theme, curses on it! Ugh! If who's Haight gives it back to me to rewrite I'll croak.
1916.
Fri. Have shipped a day somewhere. Saw Marguerite Clark in "Helene of the North". Woods for dinner & Charlie in the evening.
1917.
Monday. This afternoon I went to the Flagge Shoppe with my little friends. What a pool of perdition a soda is!
1913.
Busy getting ready for the party. Jean, Marge and I selected the prizes, a pair of hat-pins and a pair of shoe buckles.
1914.
Laundry night tonight! Last night Madeline gave Laura a call-down. Class meeting today. Violet is flower.
1915.
Suffered the torments of the damned and wrote my Latin theme, curses on it! Ugh! If who's Haight gives it back to me to rewrite I'll croak.
1916.
Fri. Have shipped a day somewhere. Saw Marguerite Clark in "Helene of the North". Woods for dinner & Charlie in the evening.
1917.
Monday. This afternoon I went to the Flagge Shoppe with my little friends. What a pool of perdition a soda is!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913024
January 16
Thursday
1913.
Mama and Papa went up to Troy for dinner. I'm going to wear a Dutch costume tomorrow night. Marion's going as a sailor.
1914.
Tonight I got a call down from Mina. Doris and I were in Mare's room but I don't think we really deserved it at all. Aggie is divine.
1915.
[Golin] dutch with Miss Buck yesterday. With my long theme for Crit. today. I hope she doesn't flunk me. Wrote to Mrs. Sullivan.
1916.
Sun. Such an adorable man from the Latin Temple New York. Dark music & Christians. Hetty to dinner with Doris. Stuch's tea.
1917.
Tuesday. Heard Rachel Crothers & Kate Douglass Wiggin. Tonight went to "Mother Carey's Chickens". A sweet, pointless play.
Thursday
1913.
Mama and Papa went up to Troy for dinner. I'm going to wear a Dutch costume tomorrow night. Marion's going as a sailor.
1914.
Tonight I got a call down from Mina. Doris and I were in Mare's room but I don't think we really deserved it at all. Aggie is divine.
1915.
[Golin] dutch with Miss Buck yesterday. With my long theme for Crit. today. I hope she doesn't flunk me. Wrote to Mrs. Sullivan.
1916.
Sun. Such an adorable man from the Latin Temple New York. Dark music & Christians. Hetty to dinner with Doris. Stuch's tea.
1917.
Tuesday. Heard Rachel Crothers & Kate Douglass Wiggin. Tonight went to "Mother Carey's Chickens". A sweet, pointless play.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913025
January 17
1913.
The party was a huge success! Miss Blake didn't know me! Helen Brandow got one prize, Margaret Benton the other.
1913 [1914].
Yesterday Ruth gave me a piece of delicious cheese. This morning got a letter from papa saying mama is [sick]. Went to hear Mrs. Catt tonight. Mrs. [Borsseian] wasn't there.
1915.
Sent to church to hear Cousin Harman preach. Good Sermon. Doris went to breakfast with Mrs. T. The B.C.L. went to the Inn for dinner. Went to "black music" and Christians with Evelyn.
1915 [1916].
Monday. Cut in geol. Oh, I'm so tired after last night. Down Town on car with Harriett Bartlett who's oh so nice to see Mary Pickford.
1917.
Wednesday. I feel tonight as though it would be very sweet to die. I am so tired. I feel lonely and comfortless.
1913.
The party was a huge success! Miss Blake didn't know me! Helen Brandow got one prize, Margaret Benton the other.
1913 [1914].
Yesterday Ruth gave me a piece of delicious cheese. This morning got a letter from papa saying mama is [sick]. Went to hear Mrs. Catt tonight. Mrs. [Borsseian] wasn't there.
1915.
Sent to church to hear Cousin Harman preach. Good Sermon. Doris went to breakfast with Mrs. T. The B.C.L. went to the Inn for dinner. Went to "black music" and Christians with Evelyn.
1915 [1916].
Monday. Cut in geol. Oh, I'm so tired after last night. Down Town on car with Harriett Bartlett who's oh so nice to see Mary Pickford.
1917.
Wednesday. I feel tonight as though it would be very sweet to die. I am so tired. I feel lonely and comfortless.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913026
January 18
1913.
Were invited to Mosher's for dinner. El and I couldn't eat our macaroon ice-cream and had to go to dancing class. Robert brought me home.
19
1915.
Poor Dore had to sleep with Amelia last night and had a very bad time. Went to the Flag and brought Doris back ice-cream.
1916.
Tue. Ein ander cut. This P.M. I went to the Flag with Ann & Fran. The latter is such a sweet girl. I wish I could go to bed early.
1917.
Thurs. Yesterday I read my adaptation in class and they all liked it awfully well. I'm going to hand it in for 1st minor competition.
1913.
Were invited to Mosher's for dinner. El and I couldn't eat our macaroon ice-cream and had to go to dancing class. Robert brought me home.
19
1915.
Poor Dore had to sleep with Amelia last night and had a very bad time. Went to the Flag and brought Doris back ice-cream.
1916.
Tue. Ein ander cut. This P.M. I went to the Flag with Ann & Fran. The latter is such a sweet girl. I wish I could go to bed early.
1917.
Thurs. Yesterday I read my adaptation in class and they all liked it awfully well. I'm going to hand it in for 1st minor competition.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913027
January 19
Sunday.
1913.
Didn't go to church. Slept. Vastly prefer it. Went to Marge's after chapel. Dot was there. Reuben, Robert and Truman came this evening.
19
1915.
Tuesday. I suppose that this morning I attended Latin (recited exquisitely) Soph. Lit and French. "Taitarin" is so funny. I tried to do the whole week's lesson for today.
1915 [1916].
Wed. Looked at skates this P.M. Skated in evening. More fun! Gee, I hope I don't flunk Ec! Am going to hand in poetry to Miss Taylor.
1917.
Friday. Wilfred Wilson Gibson read his poems tonight. Peculiar delivery. Funny attractive looking man.
Sunday.
1913.
Didn't go to church. Slept. Vastly prefer it. Went to Marge's after chapel. Dot was there. Reuben, Robert and Truman came this evening.
19
1915.
Tuesday. I suppose that this morning I attended Latin (recited exquisitely) Soph. Lit and French. "Taitarin" is so funny. I tried to do the whole week's lesson for today.
1915 [1916].
Wed. Looked at skates this P.M. Skated in evening. More fun! Gee, I hope I don't flunk Ec! Am going to hand in poetry to Miss Taylor.
1917.
Friday. Wilfred Wilson Gibson read his poems tonight. Peculiar delivery. Funny attractive looking man.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913028
January 20
Monday.
19
19
1915.
Wednesday. Had my theme read in critical writing. I felt like a new woman. I was so scared then I just laughed and then I was all right. I'm such a boob in Chemistry.
1916.
Ice Carnival! Wonderful. I had such a good time. I think I'm more of a sport than I used to be. I sketed with Eloessa & Simona, & Ev, & talked to Mrs. Drahey.
1917.
Sat. Today Evvie and Mrs. Heath put in an appearance. I adore Mrs. Heath. Went to Miss Anns. Kaffee Klatsch. She left.
Monday.
19
19
1915.
Wednesday. Had my theme read in critical writing. I felt like a new woman. I was so scared then I just laughed and then I was all right. I'm such a boob in Chemistry.
1916.
Ice Carnival! Wonderful. I had such a good time. I think I'm more of a sport than I used to be. I sketed with Eloessa & Simona, & Ev, & talked to Mrs. Drahey.
1917.
Sat. Today Evvie and Mrs. Heath put in an appearance. I adore Mrs. Heath. Went to Miss Anns. Kaffee Klatsch. She left.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913029
January 21
Tuesday.
19
1914.
All I can do is to hope and pray that I pass my exams and pray, and pray, and pray. I ask for nothing more, only that.
1915.
We had the Latin party, were were going to have on Horace's birthday. More fun! I got 24 points out of 45. Not very near! Helen Damond got the prize, a lovely volume of the Odess Epodes. Oh, and she was elected treasurer of the Class. Tonight heard Dr. Hart on institutions for delinquent & defective children & orphans. Exceedingly interesting.
1916.
Friday. Taft spoke. He was such a jolly, big fat man, with the heartiest chuckle. He spoke on preparedness. Oh, I hate the thought of it & war!
1917.
Sunday. The Rev. Nehemiah Boynton spoke. So funny, but sweet. In P.M. made a vain effort to study. No Christians.
Tuesday.
19
1914.
All I can do is to hope and pray that I pass my exams and pray, and pray, and pray. I ask for nothing more, only that.
1915.
We had the Latin party, were were going to have on Horace's birthday. More fun! I got 24 points out of 45. Not very near! Helen Damond got the prize, a lovely volume of the Odess Epodes. Oh, and she was elected treasurer of the Class. Tonight heard Dr. Hart on institutions for delinquent & defective children & orphans. Exceedingly interesting.
1916.
Friday. Taft spoke. He was such a jolly, big fat man, with the heartiest chuckle. He spoke on preparedness. Oh, I hate the thought of it & war!
1917.
Sunday. The Rev. Nehemiah Boynton spoke. So funny, but sweet. In P.M. made a vain effort to study. No Christians.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913030
January 22
1913.
Saw "Hanky Panky". It was perfectly ridiculous and pretty, too. The music was catchy and the costumes lovely.
19
1915.
Oh, I'll be so ashamed if I don't pass Chemistry. I will pass, I will, I will, I will!!! Perhaps if I will it hard enough it will come to pass.
1916.
Saturday. Oh, if I can only pass my exams. I will pass Philosophy & Sc & I will pass Geol. & Lab. Psych. At least I hope so. Studied all today.
1917.
Monday. I went to Abnormal Psychology, thinking Evvie would have to read her topic. Tonight saw "Little Lady Eileen" with Sen.
1913.
Saw "Hanky Panky". It was perfectly ridiculous and pretty, too. The music was catchy and the costumes lovely.
19
1915.
Oh, I'll be so ashamed if I don't pass Chemistry. I will pass, I will, I will, I will!!! Perhaps if I will it hard enough it will come to pass.
1916.
Saturday. Oh, if I can only pass my exams. I will pass Philosophy & Sc & I will pass Geol. & Lab. Psych. At least I hope so. Studied all today.
1917.
Monday. I went to Abnormal Psychology, thinking Evvie would have to read her topic. Tonight saw "Little Lady Eileen" with Sen.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913031
January 23
1913.
Didn't go riding. He taught them to hurdle. Just my luck to miss it. Marion and I went down street. Got "Someone's Coming to town".
19
1915.
I went down town with Ann for just a minute. We went to the Anti meeting. One of the speakers was killing. Ann gave a dollar to the cause. I lost all respect for her.
1916.
Sunday. Studied all today but don't know much. Pres. Burton spoke in chapel. Tonight went to dark music & Christians where Prof. Drake spoke.
1917.
Tuesday. I did so want to go to the M.P.S. Tonight we had soup, as often before, lately. Went down town.
1913.
Didn't go riding. He taught them to hurdle. Just my luck to miss it. Marion and I went down street. Got "Someone's Coming to town".
19
1915.
I went down town with Ann for just a minute. We went to the Anti meeting. One of the speakers was killing. Ann gave a dollar to the cause. I lost all respect for her.
1916.
Sunday. Studied all today but don't know much. Pres. Burton spoke in chapel. Tonight went to dark music & Christians where Prof. Drake spoke.
1917.
Tuesday. I did so want to go to the M.P.S. Tonight we had soup, as often before, lately. Went down town.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913032
January 24
1913.
We had the lovliest [loveliest] time at Maynard's. Don took me. He's so cute but I don't like him. Danced with "Kid" and Dan, and with [Todge] twice. More fun!
19
1915.
Today Robert Speer spoke in chapel. He is the most wonderful man I ever heard. I did my long theme in Lit. and went to Christians to hear him again. I wish there were more men like him.
1916.
Monday. Today I took Phil. & Ec. Oh God help me to pass! Drake's part was hard. Afterwards I went to the Flag & got my themes. Ushered.
1917.
Wednesday. Awfully busy day. 9 Janes. Classes. Studies 6th. 8th went to Cowboy lecture. I haven't heard from mother since Sat.
1913.
We had the lovliest [loveliest] time at Maynard's. Don took me. He's so cute but I don't like him. Danced with "Kid" and Dan, and with [Todge] twice. More fun!
19
1915.
Today Robert Speer spoke in chapel. He is the most wonderful man I ever heard. I did my long theme in Lit. and went to Christians to hear him again. I wish there were more men like him.
1916.
Monday. Today I took Phil. & Ec. Oh God help me to pass! Drake's part was hard. Afterwards I went to the Flag & got my themes. Ushered.
1917.
Wednesday. Awfully busy day. 9 Janes. Classes. Studies 6th. 8th went to Cowboy lecture. I haven't heard from mother since Sat.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913033
January 25
1913.
This morning actually went to dancing, then to Marge's. P.M. went to see Rainey's Hunt Pictures. Dancing class in evening. Truman asked me first, then H.L.
1914.
Oh this week is going to be [so] dreadful. I'm all worked up about it. If only I can get through and stay at college. Took a walk with the beautiful Helen & Elsa.
1915.
Took Lit. It wasn't bad at all. All about "Utopia". Handed in my theme. Studied Chemistry P.M. and evening. Oh, dear, I'm so tired.
1916.
Tuesday. This morning bathed, & had my hair washed. This P.M. went to Jaimia's paid Ambler's bill & went swimming. [Sun] & I have been arguing on preparedness.
1917.
Thursday. I am writing this up fierce late & it will probably we but a garbled account at best. Am preparing for the [eirl] day.
1913.
This morning actually went to dancing, then to Marge's. P.M. went to see Rainey's Hunt Pictures. Dancing class in evening. Truman asked me first, then H.L.
1914.
Oh this week is going to be [so] dreadful. I'm all worked up about it. If only I can get through and stay at college. Took a walk with the beautiful Helen & Elsa.
1915.
Took Lit. It wasn't bad at all. All about "Utopia". Handed in my theme. Studied Chemistry P.M. and evening. Oh, dear, I'm so tired.
1916.
Tuesday. This morning bathed, & had my hair washed. This P.M. went to Jaimia's paid Ambler's bill & went swimming. [Sun] & I have been arguing on preparedness.
1917.
Thursday. I am writing this up fierce late & it will probably we but a garbled account at best. Am preparing for the [eirl] day.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913034
January 26
Sunday Perfect.
1913.
Went to church. To Sprague Chapel in the afternoon. Then Janet, Ma'Jorie and I went to Clement's to get my fur. Saw Don and "Greg".
1914.
Latin. It wasn't bad. Some awful person had the exam. It was in rocky. I wished I knew as much as Kate MacAfee when I took it.
1915.
Took Chemistry. Oh it was so, so hopeless I didn't know a thing and never hated myself so after an exam. I'm a wreck. If only by some chance I did pass!
1916.
Wed. Today I loafed & studied Geol. Went to Jaimia again & to the movies. Saw "Via Wireless" Gail Kane. Good.
1917.
Friday. Tonight was the Homer concert. We watched her get in her limousine & she threw us a kiss. She was perfectly adorable so pretty and attractive. Helen Arthur had a tea for her in Senior parlor.
Sunday Perfect.
1913.
Went to church. To Sprague Chapel in the afternoon. Then Janet, Ma'Jorie and I went to Clement's to get my fur. Saw Don and "Greg".
1914.
Latin. It wasn't bad. Some awful person had the exam. It was in rocky. I wished I knew as much as Kate MacAfee when I took it.
1915.
Took Chemistry. Oh it was so, so hopeless I didn't know a thing and never hated myself so after an exam. I'm a wreck. If only by some chance I did pass!
1916.
Wed. Today I loafed & studied Geol. Went to Jaimia again & to the movies. Saw "Via Wireless" Gail Kane. Good.
1917.
Friday. Tonight was the Homer concert. We watched her get in her limousine & she threw us a kiss. She was perfectly adorable so pretty and attractive. Helen Arthur had a tea for her in Senior parlor.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913035
January 27
Monday. Cold.
1913.
Oh, darn exams! I don't really mind them only my Algebra is hopeless. And this Diary has to last me through college.
1914.
Took Math. It wasn't quite as bad as I expected. I dread tomorrow. Took a walk before the exam & Dot went skating with my skates.
1915.
No exams. Studied morning and P.M. Went to Slosh's and F.S. with Dore. Oh, my Chemistry! How can I ever stand tutoring lessons again!
1916.
Thur. Took my geol exam. Walked first with Mim, Turner, & Jessie. The exam was fair but long. Jaimias. Esmeralda.
1917.
Saturday. Art in P.M. Studied fierce for it in morning. Thought I knew pictures pretty well. Hope so. Tonight was Faculty Play. Miss Dodge was a courtesan & perfectly beautiful.
Monday. Cold.
1913.
Oh, darn exams! I don't really mind them only my Algebra is hopeless. And this Diary has to last me through college.
1914.
Took Math. It wasn't quite as bad as I expected. I dread tomorrow. Took a walk before the exam & Dot went skating with my skates.
1915.
No exams. Studied morning and P.M. Went to Slosh's and F.S. with Dore. Oh, my Chemistry! How can I ever stand tutoring lessons again!
1916.
Thur. Took my geol exam. Walked first with Mim, Turner, & Jessie. The exam was fair but long. Jaimias. Esmeralda.
1917.
Saturday. Art in P.M. Studied fierce for it in morning. Thought I knew pictures pretty well. Hope so. Tonight was Faculty Play. Miss Dodge was a courtesan & perfectly beautiful.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913036
January 28
1913.
Oh ho' as I can't pass Algebra. This afternoon saw Kid, Dan, and Calvin. The latter walked up with us.
1914.
Took French, which was bad and History which I thought was good. I hope I get through. Oh, its such a relief to have [...] over.
1915.
Took Latin in the morning and French this afternoon neither bad. Miss Haight met me in the hall this evening and told me I passed. Oh, I'm so glad!
1916.
Fri. Don't remember what I did today not much I guess. Studied some Psych. It is hard. The exam seems to be a mystery. I hate exams.
1917.
Sunday. Don't remember anything very exciting today. Didn't go off campus. Vile supper as usual. I call it desecrating the Sabbath!
1913.
Oh ho' as I can't pass Algebra. This afternoon saw Kid, Dan, and Calvin. The latter walked up with us.
1914.
Took French, which was bad and History which I thought was good. I hope I get through. Oh, its such a relief to have [...] over.
1915.
Took Latin in the morning and French this afternoon neither bad. Miss Haight met me in the hall this evening and told me I passed. Oh, I'm so glad!
1916.
Fri. Don't remember what I did today not much I guess. Studied some Psych. It is hard. The exam seems to be a mystery. I hate exams.
1917.
Sunday. Don't remember anything very exciting today. Didn't go off campus. Vile supper as usual. I call it desecrating the Sabbath!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913037
January 29
Wed.
1913.
Took Algebra. Flunked. Also took French. Better. Edward is here. Dot gave me pecan caramels for my birthday.
1914.
I had the loveliest birthday I've ever had. First I passed my French. Then Doris sent me some beautiful flowers, and I passed Latin and the Plunks sent me some candy. And I saw Helen.
1915.
Went home with Cordy today. She's so sweet. We went to repulsive movies in the afternoon. In the evening we went to the Grand with papa and its good. Cordy's sweetness is only a pose.
1916.
Saturday. Took Psych. My birthday. I flunked Ec. & have to repeat the course. Went to Cohen's. Family sent a check. Flowers from D.
1917.
Monday. This is my birthday. No exams. Girls sent me darling flowers. Ev gave me candy. Maire took me to Careys. Mother & father sent a check.
Wed.
1913.
Took Algebra. Flunked. Also took French. Better. Edward is here. Dot gave me pecan caramels for my birthday.
1914.
I had the loveliest birthday I've ever had. First I passed my French. Then Doris sent me some beautiful flowers, and I passed Latin and the Plunks sent me some candy. And I saw Helen.
1915.
Went home with Cordy today. She's so sweet. We went to repulsive movies in the afternoon. In the evening we went to the Grand with papa and its good. Cordy's sweetness is only a pose.
1916.
Saturday. Took Psych. My birthday. I flunked Ec. & have to repeat the course. Went to Cohen's. Family sent a check. Flowers from D.
1917.
Monday. This is my birthday. No exams. Girls sent me darling flowers. Ev gave me candy. Maire took me to Careys. Mother & father sent a check.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913038
January 30
Thurs. Lovely.
1913.
Took German. Very fair exam. We saw the boys. Their hats are wonderful. Went down-street. Saw Kid and Em.
1914.
Passed Latin, French, & Math. Not Hist. Came home. Went to "All Aboard", with papa and Augusta. It was good. Telephoned Dot & Nan.
1915.
I've decided to give up saying disagreeable things and write them down here. I haven't any today. We slept late and this afternoon went [cuttering]. More fun! In the P.M. went to the Leland and Huyler's with Marge, Marie, Mar and Augusta. In the evening to see Mary Pickford with [Abie]. She was so sweet. I think Cordy is unbelievably angelic.
1916.
Sun. Horrid day. Tea this P.M. in our room. Vic after dinner in parlor. Supper in Sun's room. Delicious. Mock Wedding last night. I'm an ass.
1917.
Tuesday. Took J. It wasn't nearly as bad as I expected. Miss Dodge didn't have our room. Miss Beech hooked me in the hall about my play.
Thurs. Lovely.
1913.
Took German. Very fair exam. We saw the boys. Their hats are wonderful. Went down-street. Saw Kid and Em.
1914.
Passed Latin, French, & Math. Not Hist. Came home. Went to "All Aboard", with papa and Augusta. It was good. Telephoned Dot & Nan.
1915.
I've decided to give up saying disagreeable things and write them down here. I haven't any today. We slept late and this afternoon went [cuttering]. More fun! In the P.M. went to the Leland and Huyler's with Marge, Marie, Mar and Augusta. In the evening to see Mary Pickford with [Abie]. She was so sweet. I think Cordy is unbelievably angelic.
1916.
Sun. Horrid day. Tea this P.M. in our room. Vic after dinner in parlor. Supper in Sun's room. Delicious. Mock Wedding last night. I'm an ass.
1917.
Tuesday. Took J. It wasn't nearly as bad as I expected. Miss Dodge didn't have our room. Miss Beech hooked me in the hall about my play.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913039
January 31
Friday. Cold and windy.
1913.
Miss Blake's father died yesterday. The English examination was terrible. Marge and I went down-street. She came tonight.
1914.
Went up roller-skating stayed to lunch at Dots, and in the afternoon went to school with Nan. Frances Kellogg is so nice. Dancing in evening.
1915.
Called on Mrs. Robinson, Adelaide and Elinor. Grace Hoover was there. We came down with Doris. Didn't get any flunk notes! Never so surprised in my life. Nice surprise though.
1916.
Mon. I got a note from Miss Ingersoll. Went down town & saw "The Incorrigible Dukane". Jack Barrymore was quite Chaplin esque.
1917.
Wednesday. Nothing today. I studied Spanish & tried my play and kept dashing over to the W.E.B. to ask Dr. Robinson about Geol.
Friday. Cold and windy.
1913.
Miss Blake's father died yesterday. The English examination was terrible. Marge and I went down-street. She came tonight.
1914.
Went up roller-skating stayed to lunch at Dots, and in the afternoon went to school with Nan. Frances Kellogg is so nice. Dancing in evening.
1915.
Called on Mrs. Robinson, Adelaide and Elinor. Grace Hoover was there. We came down with Doris. Didn't get any flunk notes! Never so surprised in my life. Nice surprise though.
1916.
Mon. I got a note from Miss Ingersoll. Went down town & saw "The Incorrigible Dukane". Jack Barrymore was quite Chaplin esque.
1917.
Wednesday. Nothing today. I studied Spanish & tried my play and kept dashing over to the W.E.B. to ask Dr. Robinson about Geol.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913040
February 1
Saturday. Cold.
1913.
Marion and I went to the Colonial Theatre. Tonight, after dancing class, a lot of us went and looked in on the [Quin] dance.
1914.
Went to church with mama and papa. This afternoon Mama and I went up to Sally's. Doris came and we went to El's and Nan's. Came down on the train with Miss Haight. Glad to get back.
1915.
Dear Old Classes begin. Threre are loads more in our Description class. Moulton let us out early. Reception for Pres. McCracken. He is so nice. The dancing was wonderful.
1916.
Tue. Kie is in the infirm, so is Charley [Baberah]. I am dropping Ec & taking Geology & Physiological Psych. [House San] is a scream. No mail.
1917.
Thursday. Today I had Spanish and Geology. Marion had two guests and we went to the Inn with them. They were sweet.
Saturday. Cold.
1913.
Marion and I went to the Colonial Theatre. Tonight, after dancing class, a lot of us went and looked in on the [Quin] dance.
1914.
Went to church with mama and papa. This afternoon Mama and I went up to Sally's. Doris came and we went to El's and Nan's. Came down on the train with Miss Haight. Glad to get back.
1915.
Dear Old Classes begin. Threre are loads more in our Description class. Moulton let us out early. Reception for Pres. McCracken. He is so nice. The dancing was wonderful.
1916.
Tue. Kie is in the infirm, so is Charley [Baberah]. I am dropping Ec & taking Geology & Physiological Psych. [House San] is a scream. No mail.
1917.
Thursday. Today I had Spanish and Geology. Marion had two guests and we went to the Inn with them. They were sweet.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913041
February 2
Sunday. Lovely.
1913.
Went to Church and Sunday School, and Chapel. Henry Lodge and Jamie called this afternoon. Margery came this evening.
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1915.
Ann's birthday. She is twenty-one. I had a cake from home, so used it for a birthday cake, with pink candles. I've decided to live my life doing just as I wish but I don't know just when I'm going to get my lessons done. Cordy was so unpleasant. We had a nice party. Went to the movies in the afternoon. Caught a ride down. Grace is adorable!
1916.
Wed. Miss Sandison gave me some hope of getting my section changed. House San is screaming. Record my story in Narration.
1917.
Friday. Marion and Doris left for Saratoga. I wish I were going home. Ev is going to New York with Virginia.
Sunday. Lovely.
1913.
Went to Church and Sunday School, and Chapel. Henry Lodge and Jamie called this afternoon. Margery came this evening.
19
1915.
Ann's birthday. She is twenty-one. I had a cake from home, so used it for a birthday cake, with pink candles. I've decided to live my life doing just as I wish but I don't know just when I'm going to get my lessons done. Cordy was so unpleasant. We had a nice party. Went to the movies in the afternoon. Caught a ride down. Grace is adorable!
1916.
Wed. Miss Sandison gave me some hope of getting my section changed. House San is screaming. Record my story in Narration.
1917.
Friday. Marion and Doris left for Saratoga. I wish I were going home. Ev is going to New York with Virginia.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913042
February 3
Monday. Snowy.
1913.
Tonight Margery and I went to see "She Stoops to Conguer". It was wonderful. I stayed at Marge's all night.
19
1915. I am enjoying this week so. Grace is adorable. I'm celebrating passing my exams, and anyway I haven't much to do. Read poetry tonight and Ev and Marion fought. Ev, Ann, and I went down-street to the movies. Saw "Judith of Bethulia" a wonderful movie, also his "Pre-historic Past".
1916.
Hetty came over to see me about my story. Got a box of sampler candy from Nan. Jessie is house cleaning. Haven't heard from Burgess.
1917.
Saturday. I went down to meet Gertie & Margorie today and missed them. They got in the guest room by mistake.
Monday. Snowy.
1913.
Tonight Margery and I went to see "She Stoops to Conguer". It was wonderful. I stayed at Marge's all night.
19
1915. I am enjoying this week so. Grace is adorable. I'm celebrating passing my exams, and anyway I haven't much to do. Read poetry tonight and Ev and Marion fought. Ev, Ann, and I went down-street to the movies. Saw "Judith of Bethulia" a wonderful movie, also his "Pre-historic Past".
1916.
Hetty came over to see me about my story. Got a box of sampler candy from Nan. Jessie is house cleaning. Haven't heard from Burgess.
1917.
Saturday. I went down to meet Gertie & Margorie today and missed them. They got in the guest room by mistake.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913043
February 4
Tuesday. Beautiful.
1913.
The Marks are up. I failed in Algebra. Tragedy! Tragedy! Went to the Colonial theatre with papa tonight.
19
1915.
Lab is repulsive. I have the same place and teacher. Cordy is in our room, now, and Doris isn't. The experiment was repulsive. It certainly doesn't give me any appetite. Had a movie.
1916.
I have a very painful finger. I am in Burgess' class, I just brow beat the man into letting me in. Only one class today.
1917.
Sunday. Got up late & had breakfast in the room. No chapel. After dinner I couldn't move [th...]. To Miss Ann's for supper. Saw Madeline.
Tuesday. Beautiful.
1913.
The Marks are up. I failed in Algebra. Tragedy! Tragedy! Went to the Colonial theatre with papa tonight.
19
1915.
Lab is repulsive. I have the same place and teacher. Cordy is in our room, now, and Doris isn't. The experiment was repulsive. It certainly doesn't give me any appetite. Had a movie.
1916.
I have a very painful finger. I am in Burgess' class, I just brow beat the man into letting me in. Only one class today.
1917.
Sunday. Got up late & had breakfast in the room. No chapel. After dinner I couldn't move [th...]. To Miss Ann's for supper. Saw Madeline.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913044
February 5
Wednesday.
1913.
Augusta and I went to see "Uncle Tom's Cabin". Oh, Mr. Osborn is so sweet! I said to Mr. Stowe "When is 'Patience'?" And he said, "We have it all the time?"
19
1915.
Today the dear, adored, the beautiful Inspiration went out of my life forever. I went down to the train to see her off. We sent her some flowers and Saltford sent up a night, more of a nosegay of marguerite, violets and tea-roses. And she loved it! And I loved her! Ah, well-a-day! Dot and I went to the [moves] to drown black [care].
1916. Saturday. Today Dot & I went to Cohens, & we were so glad, it was so good. Two coons who could dance, & a slick movie. Slept alone tonight.
1917.
Mon. This is Gertie's birthday. She got five telegrams and the ring. We're giving her a party tonight. Oh, I dread getting my report card.
Wednesday.
1913.
Augusta and I went to see "Uncle Tom's Cabin". Oh, Mr. Osborn is so sweet! I said to Mr. Stowe "When is 'Patience'?" And he said, "We have it all the time?"
19
1915.
Today the dear, adored, the beautiful Inspiration went out of my life forever. I went down to the train to see her off. We sent her some flowers and Saltford sent up a night, more of a nosegay of marguerite, violets and tea-roses. And she loved it! And I loved her! Ah, well-a-day! Dot and I went to the [moves] to drown black [care].
1916. Saturday. Today Dot & I went to Cohens, & we were so glad, it was so good. Two coons who could dance, & a slick movie. Slept alone tonight.
1917.
Mon. This is Gertie's birthday. She got five telegrams and the ring. We're giving her a party tonight. Oh, I dread getting my report card.
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February 6
Thursday. Cold.
1913.
I will have to tutor and Miss Wilson doesn't want to tutor me. Riding this afternoon. We cantered Isaack was well.
1915 [1914].
Today I had my hair done in the morning, and in the afternoon went down-town with Dodie and Anna. We went to both movies and woods.
1915.
Friday. Oh, Agnes Irwin is so funny she simply kills me. "Your Duke of Wellington is safe but you have killed a rotten banana!"
1916.
Sun. This was Town Sunday. I went to St. Paul's with Kie. In the afternoon I went to Main, wrote, & went to Kie's tea. Dark Music and Xians, went to Bunker Bean. Funniest Play I ever saw.
1917.
Tuesday. Four classes today. Gertie went to Spanish with me. Then we went down-town. She left at 5:22. Gee, I hated to see her go! Had to read my play. Just died.
Thursday. Cold.
1913.
I will have to tutor and Miss Wilson doesn't want to tutor me. Riding this afternoon. We cantered Isaack was well.
1915 [1914].
Today I had my hair done in the morning, and in the afternoon went down-town with Dodie and Anna. We went to both movies and woods.
1915.
Friday. Oh, Agnes Irwin is so funny she simply kills me. "Your Duke of Wellington is safe but you have killed a rotten banana!"
1916.
Sun. This was Town Sunday. I went to St. Paul's with Kie. In the afternoon I went to Main, wrote, & went to Kie's tea. Dark Music and Xians, went to Bunker Bean. Funniest Play I ever saw.
1917.
Tuesday. Four classes today. Gertie went to Spanish with me. Then we went down-town. She left at 5:22. Gee, I hated to see her go! Had to read my play. Just died.
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February 7
Friday. Cold.
1913.
Met Ruth Fellows in the library. She and I took Hilda for a walk. We had a sleigh-ride tonight and went to the Bacons.
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1915.
This morning I went to church with Kie to Christ Church and took communion. I actually got up for breakfast. This P.M. I tried to study and we finished Nonsense Novels about Conrad the Corkscrew and others. Went to Dark Music and wrote to Anna.
1916.
Monday. Letter from mother. This P.M., Ev, Ann, and I went to see Blanche Sweet in "The Case of Becky". It is Sun's birthday. Dore & I sent flowers.
1917.
Wednesday. Felt rotten today. Sore throat. Slept until 9:30 & from 3:10 to dinner. In evening we went to organ recital by Joseph Bonnet.
Friday. Cold.
1913.
Met Ruth Fellows in the library. She and I took Hilda for a walk. We had a sleigh-ride tonight and went to the Bacons.
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1915.
This morning I went to church with Kie to Christ Church and took communion. I actually got up for breakfast. This P.M. I tried to study and we finished Nonsense Novels about Conrad the Corkscrew and others. Went to Dark Music and wrote to Anna.
1916.
Monday. Letter from mother. This P.M., Ev, Ann, and I went to see Blanche Sweet in "The Case of Becky". It is Sun's birthday. Dore & I sent flowers.
1917.
Wednesday. Felt rotten today. Sore throat. Slept until 9:30 & from 3:10 to dinner. In evening we went to organ recital by Joseph Bonnet.
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February 8
Saturday. Cold but fine.
1913.
Donald, Kid, Danahy and Leighton Lodge asked to bring me home. Saw Harold Mattison tonight. Spoke to him and he to me.
19
1915.
Had Lab. An unusual event. Dear! dear! how trying. Afterwards we went for a walk and to the Flag where I had a milk shake. Kie & Anna, to Doris and self, but no milk. Choc. served at 9:30.
1916.
Tuesday. I think I have a cancer. Doris prom dress has come & its adorable. This P.M. after house San I went to the Flag Shop.
1917.
Thursday. They are blatting like fools in there playing bridge. Cordy is back. Ev and I saw a wonderful movie with Lou Tellegen this afternoon.
Saturday. Cold but fine.
1913.
Donald, Kid, Danahy and Leighton Lodge asked to bring me home. Saw Harold Mattison tonight. Spoke to him and he to me.
19
1915.
Had Lab. An unusual event. Dear! dear! how trying. Afterwards we went for a walk and to the Flag where I had a milk shake. Kie & Anna, to Doris and self, but no milk. Choc. served at 9:30.
1916.
Tuesday. I think I have a cancer. Doris prom dress has come & its adorable. This P.M. after house San I went to the Flag Shop.
1917.
Thursday. They are blatting like fools in there playing bridge. Cordy is back. Ev and I saw a wonderful movie with Lou Tellegen this afternoon.
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February 9
Sunday. Beautiful.
1913.
Went to Church and to Chapel. Walked up with Miss Keates. This was anniversary Sunday. Stopped at Marion's. Reuben and Augusta were there.
19
1915.
Tuesday. Dear, dear, I wonder what I did today? I know I danced tonight. Awful thought. College life is not all its cracked up to be what with required gym & all. Ev's in the Infirm.
1916.
Wed. My busy day. I think I'll drop Physiological psych. It's impossible. Went to dinner with Madeleine tonight. She is a sweet girl.
1917.
Friday. This afternoon Doris was to meet me at Jane's and we were going to the movies, but she wasn't there, so I had to plod back through the snow & ice & cold alone. Tonight heard Mr. Ratcliffe.
Sunday. Beautiful.
1913.
Went to Church and to Chapel. Walked up with Miss Keates. This was anniversary Sunday. Stopped at Marion's. Reuben and Augusta were there.
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1915.
Tuesday. Dear, dear, I wonder what I did today? I know I danced tonight. Awful thought. College life is not all its cracked up to be what with required gym & all. Ev's in the Infirm.
1916.
Wed. My busy day. I think I'll drop Physiological psych. It's impossible. Went to dinner with Madeleine tonight. She is a sweet girl.
1917.
Friday. This afternoon Doris was to meet me at Jane's and we were going to the movies, but she wasn't there, so I had to plod back through the snow & ice & cold alone. Tonight heard Mr. Ratcliffe.
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February 10
Monday. Freezing.
1913.
Bob had a bobbing party tonight. Had a glorious time. Don took Margaret home. He's so funny. Delicious refreshments.
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1915.
Wednesday. Down street with Anna. Went to the [Best]. Saw the funniest man in the world, Clarence Hitting the pipe. Got valentines. Went to Woods. Inspiring day.
1915 [1916].
Thursday. My brain is throbbing with thoughts of tomorrow. That psych bothers me. Tonight I went to Jane's & had a shamp, a manicure and a Facial message [massage].
1917.
Saturday. Rose for break. Lecture by Mr. Ratcliffe at 10. Fine! Went to Jane's. Lunch. Went to Lincoln Centre with DA, Althea, and Jo. Came back & saw Missionary scenes. Virginia's birthday party at the Inn.
Monday. Freezing.
1913.
Bob had a bobbing party tonight. Had a glorious time. Don took Margaret home. He's so funny. Delicious refreshments.
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1915.
Wednesday. Down street with Anna. Went to the [Best]. Saw the funniest man in the world, Clarence Hitting the pipe. Got valentines. Went to Woods. Inspiring day.
1915 [1916].
Thursday. My brain is throbbing with thoughts of tomorrow. That psych bothers me. Tonight I went to Jane's & had a shamp, a manicure and a Facial message [massage].
1917.
Saturday. Rose for break. Lecture by Mr. Ratcliffe at 10. Fine! Went to Jane's. Lunch. Went to Lincoln Centre with DA, Althea, and Jo. Came back & saw Missionary scenes. Virginia's birthday party at the Inn.
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February 11
Tuesday. Cold.
1913.
Mr. O'Neil is coming, Hurray! Hurray! Bought a dress today. He was very nice and helped me a lot. He tutored Katharine.
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1915.
I have just written a very poor theme for Description. The awful thought comes to me! I must put my laundry out. How can I do it? Nothing but superhuman strength can help me now. Letter from Ned.
1916.
Friday. They came! Carl is darling. I like him much. They're funny together, thank heaven. Cordy is a sweet lamb. Dancing a scream.
1917.
Sunday. Didn't do much. Up for breakfast. Splendid sermon. A very cold day. Dode & Cordy got back. Had a wonderful time but didn't like the Wolcott. Doris' hat's so cute!
Tuesday. Cold.
1913.
Mr. O'Neil is coming, Hurray! Hurray! Bought a dress today. He was very nice and helped me a lot. He tutored Katharine.
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1915.
I have just written a very poor theme for Description. The awful thought comes to me! I must put my laundry out. How can I do it? Nothing but superhuman strength can help me now. Letter from Ned.
1916.
Friday. They came! Carl is darling. I like him much. They're funny together, thank heaven. Cordy is a sweet lamb. Dancing a scream.
1917.
Sunday. Didn't do much. Up for breakfast. Splendid sermon. A very cold day. Dode & Cordy got back. Had a wonderful time but didn't like the Wolcott. Doris' hat's so cute!
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February 12
Wed. Cold, Cold, Cold, Cold.
1913.
Went to a Hockey game at the Academy. They played the High School. They can beat them at something. Don was there. Saw Henry Lodge & Danahy.
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1915.
Saw Miss Helen Haight this noon. She came to dinner with me tonight. Doris, Ann, Dot, and Kie were there. They liked her so much. Went to "Damaged Goods". Fair.
1916.
Saturday. Breakfast with Ginia & George. Dinner with Kim & Roger. Carl improves. The dance. [Four Keath] ties adorable. Carl nice. Everything perfect.
1917.
Didn't hear from any family. And I thought they'd write about my marks! Got a comic valentine. Saw Charley in "Easy Street". A scream. Fierce cold!
Wed. Cold, Cold, Cold, Cold.
1913.
Went to a Hockey game at the Academy. They played the High School. They can beat them at something. Don was there. Saw Henry Lodge & Danahy.
19
1915.
Saw Miss Helen Haight this noon. She came to dinner with me tonight. Doris, Ann, Dot, and Kie were there. They liked her so much. Went to "Damaged Goods". Fair.
1916.
Saturday. Breakfast with Ginia & George. Dinner with Kim & Roger. Carl improves. The dance. [Four Keath] ties adorable. Carl nice. Everything perfect.
1917.
Didn't hear from any family. And I thought they'd write about my marks! Got a comic valentine. Saw Charley in "Easy Street". A scream. Fierce cold!
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February 13
Thursday. Cold.
1913.
Went up to Marge's before riding. The Sargeant was adorable. We hurdled. In a big army overcoat, with a pipe, he looked wonderful.
19
1915.
This morning went to the Glee Club Concert. Some of the men are dear. Carl Massinger was there. In the afternoon went to both the movies. At night had a party in Marge's room.
1916.
Sunday. I feel as though weeks had passed since Thursday. Oh, dear! I like men so & they all hate me. They want us to go to [Rectors] & I'd feel like a bull in a china shop.
1917.
Am excited about tomorrow. There were five classes on my schedule today. This afternoon went to the Flag Shop & to [Sloshes] with Ev. Soup tonight.
Thursday. Cold.
1913.
Went up to Marge's before riding. The Sargeant was adorable. We hurdled. In a big army overcoat, with a pipe, he looked wonderful.
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1915.
This morning went to the Glee Club Concert. Some of the men are dear. Carl Massinger was there. In the afternoon went to both the movies. At night had a party in Marge's room.
1916.
Sunday. I feel as though weeks had passed since Thursday. Oh, dear! I like men so & they all hate me. They want us to go to [Rectors] & I'd feel like a bull in a china shop.
1917.
Am excited about tomorrow. There were five classes on my schedule today. This afternoon went to the Flag Shop & to [Sloshes] with Ev. Soup tonight.
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February 14
1913.
St. Valentines Day. I received several in school and two in the mail. Also an invitation to Reuben's sleigh-ride.
1914.
Today I did a very foolish thing. Why specify? It certainly was "Loves Labor Lost" but "Love is blind" and "Amor vincit omnia".
1915.
Stayed in bed this morning. Read "Love's Labour's Lost". Wrote letters to mama and Bill. Went to Miss Ann's and 15 Christians.
1916.
Mon. St. Valentine's Day. One valentine from Miss Peckham. Cordy got two boxes of candy from [men], and some flowers, & went to the infirmary. How I hate her. Saw Lou Tellegen. Cold.
1917.
Wed. The Wedding. Oh it was wonderful! Marge cooked like an angel! And she was so darling to us. Dot captivated all the men and the [...] one especially. Ellson & Dr. Bergen & Stanley & Marion & Marions husband are all adorable. I caught the bridal bouquet but I'm afraid it doesn't mean anything. The old people were the life of the party.
1913.
St. Valentines Day. I received several in school and two in the mail. Also an invitation to Reuben's sleigh-ride.
1914.
Today I did a very foolish thing. Why specify? It certainly was "Loves Labor Lost" but "Love is blind" and "Amor vincit omnia".
1915.
Stayed in bed this morning. Read "Love's Labour's Lost". Wrote letters to mama and Bill. Went to Miss Ann's and 15 Christians.
1916.
Mon. St. Valentine's Day. One valentine from Miss Peckham. Cordy got two boxes of candy from [men], and some flowers, & went to the infirmary. How I hate her. Saw Lou Tellegen. Cold.
1917.
Wed. The Wedding. Oh it was wonderful! Marge cooked like an angel! And she was so darling to us. Dot captivated all the men and the [...] one especially. Ellson & Dr. Bergen & Stanley & Marion & Marions husband are all adorable. I caught the bridal bouquet but I'm afraid it doesn't mean anything. The old people were the life of the party.
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February 15
Sat.
1913.
Went on the Adelphoi sleigh-ride with Clark. Nelson Covey is so funny. Chester Long is very nice. Marion White went.
19
1915.
The concert with Ev, Kim, Meg & Marion. It was wonderful. Legiusha was good but I didn't like her selection. The other things on the programme were wonderful. Sat in the last seat in [nigger] heaven.
1916.
Tuesday. Burgess class. I tremble in it. I think I have verses for next time too. Also House San. Rare. Flag I think. Letter from Bill. Cold & polite. Mother is going to give me only $5 per month.
1917.
Home. Slept late. Don't remember just what I did. I guess Miss Parsons came to supper. She is so funny. She ought to marry.
Sat.
1913.
Went on the Adelphoi sleigh-ride with Clark. Nelson Covey is so funny. Chester Long is very nice. Marion White went.
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1915.
The concert with Ev, Kim, Meg & Marion. It was wonderful. Legiusha was good but I didn't like her selection. The other things on the programme were wonderful. Sat in the last seat in [nigger] heaven.
1916.
Tuesday. Burgess class. I tremble in it. I think I have verses for next time too. Also House San. Rare. Flag I think. Letter from Bill. Cold & polite. Mother is going to give me only $5 per month.
1917.
Home. Slept late. Don't remember just what I did. I guess Miss Parsons came to supper. She is so funny. She ought to marry.
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February 16
Sun.
1913.
Stopped in at Marge's. Dot was there. Abie and Maynard called on her last night. Studied tonight.
19
1915.
I don't know a single thing that happened today except that Miss Fishe said that in "Loves Labour's Lost" they were crazy about paradoxes, "why they'd chase a paradox a block to get it".
1916.
Wed. We interviewed Ellis Packer Butler & he was a scream. He said, "Yes, I work from early dawn to dewy eve & give all my money to the poor. I've got the poorest family I know".
1917.
Friday. Went to lunch with Mrs. Robinson & stayed about bay the afternoon. She is a sweet-heart. I love her.
Sun.
1913.
Stopped in at Marge's. Dot was there. Abie and Maynard called on her last night. Studied tonight.
19
1915.
I don't know a single thing that happened today except that Miss Fishe said that in "Loves Labour's Lost" they were crazy about paradoxes, "why they'd chase a paradox a block to get it".
1916.
Wed. We interviewed Ellis Packer Butler & he was a scream. He said, "Yes, I work from early dawn to dewy eve & give all my money to the poor. I've got the poorest family I know".
1917.
Friday. Went to lunch with Mrs. Robinson & stayed about bay the afternoon. She is a sweet-heart. I love her.
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February 17
Monday. Nice.
1913.
Miss Blake was a trifle unpleasant in class. Augusta and I went down street then up to Margery's. Dot and Marion were there.
19
1915.
Lent began. I observed my fast on ice cream & candy by indulging in tomato bisque and cinnamon toast at woods. M.P.S with Ann.
1916.
Thursday. Last night we served bandages. Hall meeting today. Meg & I saw Elsie Janis in "Twas Ever Thurs" & the silk one then movies. Cordy is out. The prom. picture is a scream.
1917.
Another letter from [H...]. He is a scream. I bet he's funny in real life. I'll like him if he's like Uncle Bob, that is, if I ever meet him!
Monday. Nice.
1913.
Miss Blake was a trifle unpleasant in class. Augusta and I went down street then up to Margery's. Dot and Marion were there.
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1915.
Lent began. I observed my fast on ice cream & candy by indulging in tomato bisque and cinnamon toast at woods. M.P.S with Ann.
1916.
Thursday. Last night we served bandages. Hall meeting today. Meg & I saw Elsie Janis in "Twas Ever Thurs" & the silk one then movies. Cordy is out. The prom. picture is a scream.
1917.
Another letter from [H...]. He is a scream. I bet he's funny in real life. I'll like him if he's like Uncle Bob, that is, if I ever meet him!
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February 18
Tuesday.
1913.
This afternoon took a walk with Marge. We stopped at Honikel's. Mr. O'Neil came tonight. Townsend B. is back in the academy.
19
1915.
Miss Landon blighted me in lab because I said n2o turned litmus pink and I shouldn't. Afterwards Ann & I went to the Flag Shop & Slosh's.
1916.
Friday. Today I went to the apple show with Miss [Langonthy]. Tonight went to Jane Wilson's with Sunny & wrote to Bill and Marion.
1917.
Sunday. Went to church but not Sunday School.
Tuesday.
1913.
This afternoon took a walk with Marge. We stopped at Honikel's. Mr. O'Neil came tonight. Townsend B. is back in the academy.
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1915.
Miss Landon blighted me in lab because I said n2o turned litmus pink and I shouldn't. Afterwards Ann & I went to the Flag Shop & Slosh's.
1916.
Friday. Today I went to the apple show with Miss [Langonthy]. Tonight went to Jane Wilson's with Sunny & wrote to Bill and Marion.
1917.
Sunday. Went to church but not Sunday School.
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February 19
Wednesday.
1913.
Bought my costume. It is so pretty. Mother is making it. Augusta and I went down street. Papa has gone to the Auto Show.
19
1915.
Went to both M.Ps. They weren't bad. I went with Cordy. We went down town after third hour and had lunch at Smiths. Oh, Grace is so lovely! I looked at her in chapel & she scratched her nose.
1916.
I hate Millsy. He goes about looking like an oracle. Well if he is I hope he knows What I think of him.
1917.
Wednesday.
1913.
Bought my costume. It is so pretty. Mother is making it. Augusta and I went down street. Papa has gone to the Auto Show.
19
1915.
Went to both M.Ps. They weren't bad. I went with Cordy. We went down town after third hour and had lunch at Smiths. Oh, Grace is so lovely! I looked at her in chapel & she scratched her nose.
1916.
I hate Millsy. He goes about looking like an oracle. Well if he is I hope he knows What I think of him.
1917.
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February 20
1913.
Didn't go riding. Only three went. The Captain is peeved, and Isaac says if more don't come, the class will be disbanded.
19
1915.
Olive came this morning. I went to the Christians Conference and was surprised to find that Edith Waterman was one of the delegates. Went to the Alumnae Play. Great!
1916.
I'm sick of the sound of the human voice, & the rantings of the female intellect. Kim is a howl. Heard Baroners [Herald] tonight. Wonderful.
1917.
Got a funny letter from Gertie. She is a sweet girl. I must write to her. She says she had a good time. I hope she did.
1913.
Didn't go riding. Only three went. The Captain is peeved, and Isaac says if more don't come, the class will be disbanded.
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1915.
Olive came this morning. I went to the Christians Conference and was surprised to find that Edith Waterman was one of the delegates. Went to the Alumnae Play. Great!
1916.
I'm sick of the sound of the human voice, & the rantings of the female intellect. Kim is a howl. Heard Baroners [Herald] tonight. Wonderful.
1917.
Got a funny letter from Gertie. She is a sweet girl. I must write to her. She says she had a good time. I hope she did.
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February 21
Friday. Went to the Auto Show.
1913.
Went to a delightful party at A.B.'s. Freedom took me. It was going to be a sleigh-ride, but was 500. Bill Cameron is so cute.
1914.
Tonight is Mischa Elman. Dore is going with Myrna, Margaret and Miss Thallon. Lucky girl! I am going with Hilda and Madeleine.
1915.
Tut, tut! Haven't written in dear old Di for nigh onto a week. Olive is here with us this week-end. Today Graham Taylor preached. A great disappointment. He was better in Christians.
1916.
Geology. A fierce cold morning. Then read the Sunday newspapers & Conrad. Narration. Lunch, consisting of salmon salad. P.M. slept from 3 to dinner time & dreamed the Germans were upon us.
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Friday. Went to the Auto Show.
1913.
Went to a delightful party at A.B.'s. Freedom took me. It was going to be a sleigh-ride, but was 500. Bill Cameron is so cute.
1914.
Tonight is Mischa Elman. Dore is going with Myrna, Margaret and Miss Thallon. Lucky girl! I am going with Hilda and Madeleine.
1915.
Tut, tut! Haven't written in dear old Di for nigh onto a week. Olive is here with us this week-end. Today Graham Taylor preached. A great disappointment. He was better in Christians.
1916.
Geology. A fierce cold morning. Then read the Sunday newspapers & Conrad. Narration. Lunch, consisting of salmon salad. P.M. slept from 3 to dinner time & dreamed the Germans were upon us.
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February 22
Saw "Patience".
Saturday. Raining.
1913.
The Masquerade! More fun! Dore went as an angel. Kid as a clown. Everything was delightful, especially Kid and the ice-cream.
1914.
Tonight I went to dinner at Prof. Whites. Charlotte White invited me. She knows Mrs. Gallien. We went to dark music afterwards.
1915.
Olive stayed over today. Went to dinner with Port. Didn't see her to say good-bye to. The "White Dove" was adorable. Went for a slushy muddy sloppy walk with Meg, Marion, Kie & Ann.
1916.
Tue. George's birthday. Marie gave a swell party at night. Miss [Langenthy] attended. We had hatchets for dinner, the [wise the wears] were a trifle repulsive.
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[picture of U.S. flag]
Saw "Patience".
Saturday. Raining.
1913.
The Masquerade! More fun! Dore went as an angel. Kid as a clown. Everything was delightful, especially Kid and the ice-cream.
1914.
Tonight I went to dinner at Prof. Whites. Charlotte White invited me. She knows Mrs. Gallien. We went to dark music afterwards.
1915.
Olive stayed over today. Went to dinner with Port. Didn't see her to say good-bye to. The "White Dove" was adorable. Went for a slushy muddy sloppy walk with Meg, Marion, Kie & Ann.
1916.
Tue. George's birthday. Marie gave a swell party at night. Miss [Langenthy] attended. We had hatchets for dinner, the [wise the wears] were a trifle repulsive.
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[picture of U.S. flag]
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February 23
1913.
Marge went to Sunday school with Dot. Bradford walked up with her. We saw him in the afternoon and Skibo hit him.
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1915.
This P.M. Ann came home in a boiling heat ready to bite W.B. Meldrum and we went to the F.S. to soothe her lacerated feelings, thereby incurring lacerated stomachs.
1916.
Wednesday. Would that mother would write and send money. This thing has gone too far already. Burgess read us some screaming things he wrote.
1917.
And still another from "Hank". My weekly letter! dear me, I'm so popular. I wish I were. I'm a regular [lemon].
1913.
Marge went to Sunday school with Dot. Bradford walked up with her. We saw him in the afternoon and Skibo hit him.
19
1915.
This P.M. Ann came home in a boiling heat ready to bite W.B. Meldrum and we went to the F.S. to soothe her lacerated feelings, thereby incurring lacerated stomachs.
1916.
Wednesday. Would that mother would write and send money. This thing has gone too far already. Burgess read us some screaming things he wrote.
1917.
And still another from "Hank". My weekly letter! dear me, I'm so popular. I wish I were. I'm a regular [lemon].
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February 24
Monday. Wonderful.
1913.
Oh, Kid has asked me to go to the dance! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! I'm so happy, I don't know what to do.
19
1915.
God save me from being self-opinionated, and self-sufficient, and stubborn and illogical and a prude. This is all I pray. Amen.
1916.
Thurs. I can't do a thing because I have no money. I'm not afraid to read my verses tomorrow. Jane Kuhn read a wonderful Day in class today. I read "The Conning Tower".
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Monday. Wonderful.
1913.
Oh, Kid has asked me to go to the dance! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! Joy! I'm so happy, I don't know what to do.
19
1915.
God save me from being self-opinionated, and self-sufficient, and stubborn and illogical and a prude. This is all I pray. Amen.
1916.
Thurs. I can't do a thing because I have no money. I'm not afraid to read my verses tomorrow. Jane Kuhn read a wonderful Day in class today. I read "The Conning Tower".
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February 25
Tuesday.
1913.
Nobody believes me. Marge and I went to the Normal, but there was no game. Then we went over to the Lake. Later home, and Bess came in.
19
1915.
Oh, Lord, don't let me be a boob, for only boobs eat too much, and act smart, and play practical jokes. Let me be a woman and give me sometime a real friend.
1916.
Slept 'til eleven. Read my poems. Not a word of criticism, good or bad, most disheartening thing. Letter & check from mother, & "Challenge" Movies. Lib. Rain.
1917.
Letter from George & Jean his love is waning. He said nothing whatever about the picture. Maybe he's disappointed in me! Alas!
Tuesday.
1913.
Nobody believes me. Marge and I went to the Normal, but there was no game. Then we went over to the Lake. Later home, and Bess came in.
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1915.
Oh, Lord, don't let me be a boob, for only boobs eat too much, and act smart, and play practical jokes. Let me be a woman and give me sometime a real friend.
1916.
Slept 'til eleven. Read my poems. Not a word of criticism, good or bad, most disheartening thing. Letter & check from mother, & "Challenge" Movies. Lib. Rain.
1917.
Letter from George & Jean his love is waning. He said nothing whatever about the picture. Maybe he's disappointed in me! Alas!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913065
February 26
Wed.
1913.
Hist! Marion and I went to Proctor's. Horrible! Janet was in school today. Nobody except Marion believes me yet.
1914.
Went to dinner with Laura Osborn. She is so pretty. Helen Hodge sat at the same table and she is killing. The Minor Hall Plays are up.
1915.
Friday. This P.M. I went to the M.P.s with Doris & Anna. Afterwards we went to Woods. Anna Cornelia had a party. Cheese dreams! so do you. Her mother is lovely.
1916.
Up for breakfast. Dore off at break of dawn. Lib. Saw Miscellany with mystery. Movies. Alice Brady. Good. Walked out Lib. Ev a glow.
19
Wed.
1913.
Hist! Marion and I went to Proctor's. Horrible! Janet was in school today. Nobody except Marion believes me yet.
1914.
Went to dinner with Laura Osborn. She is so pretty. Helen Hodge sat at the same table and she is killing. The Minor Hall Plays are up.
1915.
Friday. This P.M. I went to the M.P.s with Doris & Anna. Afterwards we went to Woods. Anna Cornelia had a party. Cheese dreams! so do you. Her mother is lovely.
1916.
Up for breakfast. Dore off at break of dawn. Lib. Saw Miscellany with mystery. Movies. Alice Brady. Good. Walked out Lib. Ev a glow.
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: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913066
February 27
Thursday.
1913.
Have sent Kid a ticket to the Glee Club Concert. I hope he'll come. I wish they'd let us dance, but no such luck. Isaac was insipid.
1914.
Went for a sleigh-ride tonight. Marion Petersen was the only Junior. Miss Sanderson chaperoned. We had a good time. Luella has a [Victrola].
1915.
Saturday. This morning I went to the Gym Meet. Amarette is so cute. Agnes has the prettiest figure. In the P.M. went to the French plays. Both were cute. Helen Shaw as [...] Rit was sweet.
1916.
Up for a delicious breakfast. Read Century & Teasoch. Off for Virginia. Enjoyed chapel. Good dinner, [asparagus] on toast. Drake's, Evelyn's, Vespers.
19
Thursday.
1913.
Have sent Kid a ticket to the Glee Club Concert. I hope he'll come. I wish they'd let us dance, but no such luck. Isaac was insipid.
1914.
Went for a sleigh-ride tonight. Marion Petersen was the only Junior. Miss Sanderson chaperoned. We had a good time. Luella has a [Victrola].
1915.
Saturday. This morning I went to the Gym Meet. Amarette is so cute. Agnes has the prettiest figure. In the P.M. went to the French plays. Both were cute. Helen Shaw as [...] Rit was sweet.
1916.
Up for a delicious breakfast. Read Century & Teasoch. Off for Virginia. Enjoyed chapel. Good dinner, [asparagus] on toast. Drake's, Evelyn's, Vespers.
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: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913067
February 28
Friday.
1913.
Oh, "Little Women" was sweet! I loved Laurie so, and Jo Mae. Don is coming tonight. I hope he'll bring his dog.
1914.
Helen Sat at our table. I asked Elsa to sit with me and Helen came with her. Mrs. Plunk is here. The plays were wonderful. Oh, Inez is divine!
1915.
The Senior Redon of the Cathedral of St. Johns the Divine "A big grin in the church" spoke. Community supper in Cordy's room. Dark music. Prexy led Christians.
1916.
Samuela Peppy's Diary. Down with Dotsi Smith (and realy a good companion she is) to see Pauline Fredericks in Zaza, but a poor show.
19
Friday.
1913.
Oh, "Little Women" was sweet! I loved Laurie so, and Jo Mae. Don is coming tonight. I hope he'll bring his dog.
1914.
Helen Sat at our table. I asked Elsa to sit with me and Helen came with her. Mrs. Plunk is here. The plays were wonderful. Oh, Inez is divine!
1915.
The Senior Redon of the Cathedral of St. Johns the Divine "A big grin in the church" spoke. Community supper in Cordy's room. Dark music. Prexy led Christians.
1916.
Samuela Peppy's Diary. Down with Dotsi Smith (and realy a good companion she is) to see Pauline Fredericks in Zaza, but a poor show.
19
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913068
February 29
1913.
Don didn't bring his dog and was stupid, and went home early. These working people shouldn't be so socially inclined.
19
1915.
Oh such repellent Chlorine Lab! Ann & I went for a walk. Cordy was called home by her mother's illness. Virginia came in tonight and we had a convivial grape-fruit.
1916.
Dr. T. lectured. Went to 4th Yr dancing in the evening. In the P.M. went to the F.S. & [Bowwits] with Ev. To Ev's at night for la bisque tomatoe.
19
1913.
Don didn't bring his dog and was stupid, and went home early. These working people shouldn't be so socially inclined.
19
1915.
Oh such repellent Chlorine Lab! Ann & I went for a walk. Cordy was called home by her mother's illness. Virginia came in tonight and we had a convivial grape-fruit.
1916.
Dr. T. lectured. Went to 4th Yr dancing in the evening. In the P.M. went to the F.S. & [Bowwits] with Ev. To Ev's at night for la bisque tomatoe.
19
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913069
March 1
Sat.
1913.
The Junior Play. It was very good. Kid brought me home. We went in to Huesteds and Maynard, Merriam and Freeborn came in.
1914.
Sunday. An awful day. I slept until eleven. Madeleine and Hilda gave a tea from four to six. In the evening heard Mr. Cloud speak. Letters from Mother and Clemmie yesterday.
1915.
Cordy's mother died before she got home. Poor Cordy! Ann & I took a walk this afternoon. Went to dancing tonight. I didn't like it much.
1916.
My epitaph. Here lies M.C., called 'Moll' by some
Who died from swallowing her gum
In using gum (take this from me as [ide])
[...] only that which Nature doth provide.
1917.
Mr. Roder spoke on "The American Red Cross". The pictures were poor. He was funny. He said, Said, "Oui, Oui Monsieur!" "Yes, Yes, Sir".
Sat.
1913.
The Junior Play. It was very good. Kid brought me home. We went in to Huesteds and Maynard, Merriam and Freeborn came in.
1914.
Sunday. An awful day. I slept until eleven. Madeleine and Hilda gave a tea from four to six. In the evening heard Mr. Cloud speak. Letters from Mother and Clemmie yesterday.
1915.
Cordy's mother died before she got home. Poor Cordy! Ann & I took a walk this afternoon. Went to dancing tonight. I didn't like it much.
1916.
My epitaph. Here lies M.C., called 'Moll' by some
Who died from swallowing her gum
In using gum (take this from me as [ide])
[...] only that which Nature doth provide.
1917.
Mr. Roder spoke on "The American Red Cross". The pictures were poor. He was funny. He said, Said, "Oui, Oui Monsieur!" "Yes, Yes, Sir".
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913070
March 2
Sunday. snowy & cold.
1913.
I have a new scholar, Florence Newport, a sweet little thing. Mrs. Sullivan was here for dinner & supper. Marion and I went to Dot's and Aube and Don were there.
19
1915.
I miss Cordy. I am so, so sorry for her. Tonight was the Bauer Concert. Wonderful! In the afternoon I did class drill and Soph. Lit. talked to Dorothy [Copenhaver] and dressed.
1916.
Thur. Down town with Meg to the Liberty to see Mary Pickford in "A Girl of Yesterday". To Woods. Wrote to Mother. Dancing. My heart feels funny.
19
Sunday. snowy & cold.
1913.
I have a new scholar, Florence Newport, a sweet little thing. Mrs. Sullivan was here for dinner & supper. Marion and I went to Dot's and Aube and Don were there.
19
1915.
I miss Cordy. I am so, so sorry for her. Tonight was the Bauer Concert. Wonderful! In the afternoon I did class drill and Soph. Lit. talked to Dorothy [Copenhaver] and dressed.
1916.
Thur. Down town with Meg to the Liberty to see Mary Pickford in "A Girl of Yesterday". To Woods. Wrote to Mother. Dancing. My heart feels funny.
19
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913071
March 3
Monday.
1913.
Went to Catharine Wilcox's for tea today. Margery and Janet were there, and Erk and Annesley and Noble MacFarlane.
19
1915.
I've decided to name one of my children Margery Ann, isn't it pretty? and another Cordelia. Then she'll have to call Cordy Aunt Cordelia and Cordy'll have to give her a silver spoon.
1916.
Fri. Today 7th hour Cordy, Fran, Althea & I went to the F.S. Had lush eats. When we get such abominable meals the Flag is our only salvation.
1917.
Went to the lib. to see Douglas Fairbanks in "The [Mahmaniac]", an awfully cute picture. Also lecture on Alaska by Marguerite Phillips.
Monday.
1913.
Went to Catharine Wilcox's for tea today. Margery and Janet were there, and Erk and Annesley and Noble MacFarlane.
19
1915.
I've decided to name one of my children Margery Ann, isn't it pretty? and another Cordelia. Then she'll have to call Cordy Aunt Cordelia and Cordy'll have to give her a silver spoon.
1916.
Fri. Today 7th hour Cordy, Fran, Althea & I went to the F.S. Had lush eats. When we get such abominable meals the Flag is our only salvation.
1917.
Went to the lib. to see Douglas Fairbanks in "The [Mahmaniac]", an awfully cute picture. Also lecture on Alaska by Marguerite Phillips.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913072
March 4
1913.
Augusta and I went down street. I bought some irish-lace. [...], the spring hats and [go...] are wonderful. Got some Scotch kisses & "At the Devil's Ball".
19
1915.
Didn't go to the F.S. Had lab. So enchanting. Then I went over to gym. Can't remember anything exciting. Why? Nothing happened [...].
1916.
Sat. This morning I studied Psych. Got a letter from mother. In the P.M. walked down town & went to Cohen's. Bill [poor] but good movie with Carlyle.
1917.
Sunday. Rabbi Wise. In the afternoon went to call on Prof. & Mrs. Drake. They're sweet, I think. Rabbi Wise was splendid. Fierce supper.
1913.
Augusta and I went down street. I bought some irish-lace. [...], the spring hats and [go...] are wonderful. Got some Scotch kisses & "At the Devil's Ball".
19
1915.
Didn't go to the F.S. Had lab. So enchanting. Then I went over to gym. Can't remember anything exciting. Why? Nothing happened [...].
1916.
Sat. This morning I studied Psych. Got a letter from mother. In the P.M. walked down town & went to Cohen's. Bill [poor] but good movie with Carlyle.
1917.
Sunday. Rabbi Wise. In the afternoon went to call on Prof. & Mrs. Drake. They're sweet, I think. Rabbi Wise was splendid. Fierce supper.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913073
March 5
Wednesday. Cold.
1913.
Went to the dentists. Marge and I went down-street. She treated me at "The Sign of the Golden Robin". Looked at hats.
19
1915.
Fr. Today I went down-street with Anna and Helen Shaw. The play was great. Ann got so cross at me. Helen is darling. We went to the movies. Paid bills.
1916.
Sun. In the morning I read & sewed for Ev. Good dinner. In the P.M. listened to music, went to Virginias tea & wrote to Bill & Mother. Vespers.
19
Wednesday. Cold.
1913.
Went to the dentists. Marge and I went down-street. She treated me at "The Sign of the Golden Robin". Looked at hats.
19
1915.
Fr. Today I went down-street with Anna and Helen Shaw. The play was great. Ann got so cross at me. Helen is darling. We went to the movies. Paid bills.
1916.
Sun. In the morning I read & sewed for Ev. Good dinner. In the P.M. listened to music, went to Virginias tea & wrote to Bill & Mother. Vespers.
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: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913074
March 6
Thursday. Clear and cold.
1913.
Oh, I had the loveliest horse at riding, No. 12. He was a beauty, and such a gait! I missed Harrison, who was here. Mr. O'Neill was splendid.
1914.
I've dated all my letters the seventh. Isn't that pitiful! I don't see how I can keep a diary written up when time flies so.
1915.
Sat. Went down on the 8:33 and Miss Haight met me. Had lunch at the University Club with Miss McCall and Miss Case & Billy. Bought a dress for Miss Haight. "Chin Chin" screaming.
1916.
Mon. This morning went to classes. Narration bores me. In P.M. read & slept. Fierce big snow storm. Evvie was so mean to me.
1917.
Postal from Marion Day. She's in Santa Barbara. I must write her a letter. I'm crazy to see her at Commencement time.
Thursday. Clear and cold.
1913.
Oh, I had the loveliest horse at riding, No. 12. He was a beauty, and such a gait! I missed Harrison, who was here. Mr. O'Neill was splendid.
1914.
I've dated all my letters the seventh. Isn't that pitiful! I don't see how I can keep a diary written up when time flies so.
1915.
Sat. Went down on the 8:33 and Miss Haight met me. Had lunch at the University Club with Miss McCall and Miss Case & Billy. Bought a dress for Miss Haight. "Chin Chin" screaming.
1916.
Mon. This morning went to classes. Narration bores me. In P.M. read & slept. Fierce big snow storm. Evvie was so mean to me.
1917.
Postal from Marion Day. She's in Santa Barbara. I must write her a letter. I'm crazy to see her at Commencement time.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913075
March 7
Friday. Freezing.
1913.
The Concert was a grand success! At least, I think so. Everyone was there. This afternoon Augusta and I saw Wend in the "movies".
19
1915.
Sunday. This morning we didn't do anything. I slept swell last night. This afternoon we went to see the Swan Family. Walter has a little moustache and is so good-looking. Betty wasn't there. Saw Mrs. [Garrit], Mrs. Swan, and the baby, little Helen and Beverly. She is darling. Also saw Paul who was painting a picture. Helen was terrific.
1916.
I haven't one true friend in the world, not one. But then, "Only the brave deserve the fair". Busy day. House San written. I hope I'm not rude. Hope mother sends [...].
Friday. Freezing.
1913.
The Concert was a grand success! At least, I think so. Everyone was there. This afternoon Augusta and I saw Wend in the "movies".
19
1915.
Sunday. This morning we didn't do anything. I slept swell last night. This afternoon we went to see the Swan Family. Walter has a little moustache and is so good-looking. Betty wasn't there. Saw Mrs. [Garrit], Mrs. Swan, and the baby, little Helen and Beverly. She is darling. Also saw Paul who was painting a picture. Helen was terrific.
1916.
I haven't one true friend in the world, not one. But then, "Only the brave deserve the fair". Busy day. House San written. I hope I'm not rude. Hope mother sends [...].
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913076
March 8
Saturday.
19 "Kid" brought me home. Rube asked me, too. This afternoon the C.A.R. met at the Selkirks. There was a hockey game. Bob got badly hurt.
19
1915.
Monday.
Miss [Tandon] told me I'd better tutor but when I told her I'd rather not she didn't insist. Went to the Flag with Evvie and Marion. Had a letter from Cordy.
1916.
Mother refuses me a penny to go to New York on. I went to the dentist today. Didn't do anything for Burgess. Narration is a bore. I am way back Psych.
19
Saturday.
19 "Kid" brought me home. Rube asked me, too. This afternoon the C.A.R. met at the Selkirks. There was a hockey game. Bob got badly hurt.
19
1915.
Monday.
Miss [Tandon] told me I'd better tutor but when I told her I'd rather not she didn't insist. Went to the Flag with Evvie and Marion. Had a letter from Cordy.
1916.
Mother refuses me a penny to go to New York on. I went to the dentist today. Didn't do anything for Burgess. Narration is a bore. I am way back Psych.
19
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913077
March 9
Sunday.
1913.
Took a walk after Chapel with Marge, Dot and Marion. Margery seemed a [t.u]. Miss Andrews gave the most wonderful talk on Annapolis yesterday. Saw Harry and Donald McArdle today.
19
1915. Went down street with Anna. We walked down went to the movies. Had a letter from Bill. Made a pink sofa pillow. Dancing in the evening. More darn fun.
1916. Thursday. Spent today in bed, a day of glorious leisure, reading Saturday Evening Posts. I went down & sewed for the Red Cross. Tomorrow I will have fun.
1917.
A letter from Margery. She says she's very happy. Dear girl, I know she is! Kid has been to see her. She wants me to ask him to prom. I'd like to. I wonder what's become of Ruth.
Sunday.
1913.
Took a walk after Chapel with Marge, Dot and Marion. Margery seemed a [t.u]. Miss Andrews gave the most wonderful talk on Annapolis yesterday. Saw Harry and Donald McArdle today.
19
1915. Went down street with Anna. We walked down went to the movies. Had a letter from Bill. Made a pink sofa pillow. Dancing in the evening. More darn fun.
1916. Thursday. Spent today in bed, a day of glorious leisure, reading Saturday Evening Posts. I went down & sewed for the Red Cross. Tomorrow I will have fun.
1917.
A letter from Margery. She says she's very happy. Dear girl, I know she is! Kid has been to see her. She wants me to ask him to prom. I'd like to. I wonder what's become of Ruth.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913078
March 10
Monday.
1913.
Margery and I went to the sign of the Golden Robin today, and saw Kid go by. We are going to have a dance in Clown suits in the Meet.
19
1915.
Suffered agonies all morning because I didn't know anything. 5th did French. 6th read Theatre. 7th took a walk. 8th heard Madame Rosilia Schwimme. She was very good. Kim has been converted to Suffrage. All ate in Main.
1916.
Friday. I went to N.Y. with Ev & Elinor Gallin, Sunny & Yolande. The men were there when Cordy got to the hotel. Went to the [Psill] Club, the "Unchastened Woman", & Rector's. I love Carl.
1917.
Cyrano. Cast supper. Lots of fun. Wonderful performances. I sat with Vincent. Richard Mansfield was there. The costumes were great.
Monday.
1913.
Margery and I went to the sign of the Golden Robin today, and saw Kid go by. We are going to have a dance in Clown suits in the Meet.
19
1915.
Suffered agonies all morning because I didn't know anything. 5th did French. 6th read Theatre. 7th took a walk. 8th heard Madame Rosilia Schwimme. She was very good. Kim has been converted to Suffrage. All ate in Main.
1916.
Friday. I went to N.Y. with Ev & Elinor Gallin, Sunny & Yolande. The men were there when Cordy got to the hotel. Went to the [Psill] Club, the "Unchastened Woman", & Rector's. I love Carl.
1917.
Cyrano. Cast supper. Lots of fun. Wonderful performances. I sat with Vincent. Richard Mansfield was there. The costumes were great.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913079
March 11
Tuesday. Spring-like, rainy.
1913.
This afternoon Marion and I went down-street. I got a Creme de menthe frappe at the Golden robin. We saw Hoary.
19
1915.
Thur. Had lab. Had to make a horrid table. At night went to the conference and knitted. Miss Nancy McClellan, Vassar, who spoke on Business advertising was fascinating.
1916.
Saturday. So tired this morning. Shopped. Such pretty suits & hats. Saw the "Great Lover", & before it the Strand. In the evening Hofbrau House, "The Cinderella Man", & the Claridge. I could love Carl if he'd let me.
1917.
Letter from Bob, of all people. He wants a date for the Grand for Easter Vacation. I think he's stark mad. But I'll go with him!
Tuesday. Spring-like, rainy.
1913.
This afternoon Marion and I went down-street. I got a Creme de menthe frappe at the Golden robin. We saw Hoary.
19
1915.
Thur. Had lab. Had to make a horrid table. At night went to the conference and knitted. Miss Nancy McClellan, Vassar, who spoke on Business advertising was fascinating.
1916.
Saturday. So tired this morning. Shopped. Such pretty suits & hats. Saw the "Great Lover", & before it the Strand. In the evening Hofbrau House, "The Cinderella Man", & the Claridge. I could love Carl if he'd let me.
1917.
Letter from Bob, of all people. He wants a date for the Grand for Easter Vacation. I think he's stark mad. But I'll go with him!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913080
March 12
Wednesday.
1913.
I took a Latin Prose test. It was a lovely Spring day. We stayed after school for Aesthetic dancing. Augusta and I went down street. Saw Kid and Lodge.
19
1915.
Fri. Had a rare old day. 5th went to class with Ev. Tweedy was nice. 6th went to Flag with Doris. 7th went to the conference. Mr. Dean who [isn't he] against teaching if you went interested was good and Mr. Williams was very interesting. Mr. Paris was amusing but scarcely practical.
1916.
Sunday. The Russian Cathedral So queer. Dinner at Child's as also breakfast. Got home about 6:30. Dodie arrived much later. Told about John.
1917.
Mon. I have a month to write up in here. How can I ever do it! I should have saved my movie magazines. Wonderful play. Walked to town.
Wednesday.
1913.
I took a Latin Prose test. It was a lovely Spring day. We stayed after school for Aesthetic dancing. Augusta and I went down street. Saw Kid and Lodge.
19
1915.
Fri. Had a rare old day. 5th went to class with Ev. Tweedy was nice. 6th went to Flag with Doris. 7th went to the conference. Mr. Dean who [isn't he] against teaching if you went interested was good and Mr. Williams was very interesting. Mr. Paris was amusing but scarcely practical.
1916.
Sunday. The Russian Cathedral So queer. Dinner at Child's as also breakfast. Got home about 6:30. Dodie arrived much later. Told about John.
1917.
Mon. I have a month to write up in here. How can I ever do it! I should have saved my movie magazines. Wonderful play. Walked to town.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913081
March 13
Thursday.
1913.
Only Gladys, Anna and I rode. Mr. O'Neill wants to have a riding class this summer. Wouldn't it be lovely! Went to Augustas to tea afterwards.
19
1915.
This morning I didn't get up until ten o'clock. Did Psych. If I didn't do better in that I'll flunk it. Got a letter from papa. I had letters from Miss Haight and mama yesterday. Lee is sick. Mother sent a box and we had a party. This P.M. Down-street. Walked both ways. Movies Grace & [Polly] [...] sat behind us.
1916.
Monday. Saw Pauline Fredericks in "Bella Donna". She was lovely. Went to Woods. Cordy bought some records. Had a cut in Geology.
1917.
No mail. Classes & studied through 5th. Janes. Went to see about Spanish Play. I am Mariya Carrambra! Went to Infirm to see Virginia. Studied tonight.
Thursday.
1913.
Only Gladys, Anna and I rode. Mr. O'Neill wants to have a riding class this summer. Wouldn't it be lovely! Went to Augustas to tea afterwards.
19
1915.
This morning I didn't get up until ten o'clock. Did Psych. If I didn't do better in that I'll flunk it. Got a letter from papa. I had letters from Miss Haight and mama yesterday. Lee is sick. Mother sent a box and we had a party. This P.M. Down-street. Walked both ways. Movies Grace & [Polly] [...] sat behind us.
1916.
Monday. Saw Pauline Fredericks in "Bella Donna". She was lovely. Went to Woods. Cordy bought some records. Had a cut in Geology.
1917.
No mail. Classes & studied through 5th. Janes. Went to see about Spanish Play. I am Mariya Carrambra! Went to Infirm to see Virginia. Studied tonight.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913082
March 14
Friday.
1913.
There was a busted key in the piano. I went down street. Oh, the suits in Whitney's are adorable. Got a sundae at the Golden Robin.
19
1915.
Prexy's father preached. He's a dear old man. In the afternoon I went to The Home for the Friendless with Miriam Wright. In the evening heard Dr. Taylor.
1916.
Tue. I don't know what happened these days except I had a very interesting House Sanitation lecture, & went to Critical Writing & Geol.
1917.
Wed.
Friday.
1913.
There was a busted key in the piano. I went down street. Oh, the suits in Whitney's are adorable. Got a sundae at the Golden Robin.
19
1915.
Prexy's father preached. He's a dear old man. In the afternoon I went to The Home for the Friendless with Miriam Wright. In the evening heard Dr. Taylor.
1916.
Tue. I don't know what happened these days except I had a very interesting House Sanitation lecture, & went to Critical Writing & Geol.
1917.
Wed.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913083
March 15
Saturday. Hot.
1913.
Practiced this morning. Got Ruth Fellowes skirt. The Seniors won in the meet and Gladys got first Prize. I think Miss Whittemore is wonderful and adorable. Margery says she sent that note. If she did, she's a fool.
19
1915.
Beastly old lab. Afterwards to the Flag. Then home. Had a meal order and didn't go to chapel. I hate Chemistry worse than poisons.
1916.
Wed. Tonight I think I went to see Dr. B do bandaging, with Arm. More fun! You can do the most inconceivable things with a square of cloth.
This should be 17th.
1917.
Went to Vassarion breakfast. Afterwards discovered Doris had cooked the coffee in a pot containing two large boxes of matches. Met Buckie & Jimmy [Kant]. They're darling, especially Buckie. Went to 11 P.M. Poor Show. Smith's first. Debate. We won. Wellesley won other place. Harrah!
Saturday. Hot.
1913.
Practiced this morning. Got Ruth Fellowes skirt. The Seniors won in the meet and Gladys got first Prize. I think Miss Whittemore is wonderful and adorable. Margery says she sent that note. If she did, she's a fool.
19
1915.
Beastly old lab. Afterwards to the Flag. Then home. Had a meal order and didn't go to chapel. I hate Chemistry worse than poisons.
1916.
Wed. Tonight I think I went to see Dr. B do bandaging, with Arm. More fun! You can do the most inconceivable things with a square of cloth.
This should be 17th.
1917.
Went to Vassarion breakfast. Afterwards discovered Doris had cooked the coffee in a pot containing two large boxes of matches. Met Buckie & Jimmy [Kant]. They're darling, especially Buckie. Went to 11 P.M. Poor Show. Smith's first. Debate. We won. Wellesley won other place. Harrah!
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913084
March 16
Sunday.
1913.
Went to church and Sunday School. I am so bored and am trying to do my lessons. They are very tiresome indeed.
19
1915.
Rested this morning. [...] [...]. Flag Shop. Studied in the evening. Finished my Psych topic. Alas, its a weary, weary, [world]!
1916.
Thurs. Saw "Doctor Palmer" in "In the Dentists Chair". "Two reels - reel in and reel out". Kie made that very witty reward, wasn't she clever!
1917.
Fri. Tonight there was a Phi Beta Kappa Banquet. We tried to snitch food but didn't succeed. Miss Washburn looked ravising. [...] [...] is staying with Katrina.
Sunday.
1913.
Went to church and Sunday School. I am so bored and am trying to do my lessons. They are very tiresome indeed.
19
1915.
Rested this morning. [...] [...]. Flag Shop. Studied in the evening. Finished my Psych topic. Alas, its a weary, weary, [world]!
1916.
Thurs. Saw "Doctor Palmer" in "In the Dentists Chair". "Two reels - reel in and reel out". Kie made that very witty reward, wasn't she clever!
1917.
Fri. Tonight there was a Phi Beta Kappa Banquet. We tried to snitch food but didn't succeed. Miss Washburn looked ravising. [...] [...] is staying with Katrina.
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March 17
Monday.
1913.
Marge and I went downstreet! She had a shampoo at Callahans. We went to the moving pictures.
19
1917.
Have just been over in Dots room discussing Daisy Chain. Such a load will be off my mind and tongue when its announced. We made out a list and it was the hardest task I ever put pen to. I hope Dore and Marion and Ann and Kim and Kie and Cordy all make it.
1916.
Fri. To the Liberty to see Carmen. It was a wonderful picture. Afterwards to Woods for a sundae & after that to the dentists. Party tonight in Kim's room.
1917.
Thurs.
Monday.
1913.
Marge and I went downstreet! She had a shampoo at Callahans. We went to the moving pictures.
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1917.
Have just been over in Dots room discussing Daisy Chain. Such a load will be off my mind and tongue when its announced. We made out a list and it was the hardest task I ever put pen to. I hope Dore and Marion and Ann and Kim and Kie and Cordy all make it.
1916.
Fri. To the Liberty to see Carmen. It was a wonderful picture. Afterwards to Woods for a sundae & after that to the dentists. Party tonight in Kim's room.
1917.
Thurs.
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March 18
Tuesday.
1913.
Mama and I went down street. I'm going to get a suit. Oh, joy. Saw Kid and Bill Cameron and Reid.
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1915.
Didn't feel well but went down-street to hear Dr. Wiley tonight with Meg and Ann. He's the funniest man.
1916.
Sat. Debate with Holyoke. I was so sleepy at it. We lost here. We won at Wellesley. Kim! [...] Holyoke girl is awfully cute, like Miss Keates.
1917.
Buckie & Jimmy went. They're so dear. I wish I didn't have so much work to do. No ill-effects from the Sulphur. Doris has just been smoking. I think she's disgusting.
Tuesday.
1913.
Mama and I went down street. I'm going to get a suit. Oh, joy. Saw Kid and Bill Cameron and Reid.
19
1915.
Didn't feel well but went down-street to hear Dr. Wiley tonight with Meg and Ann. He's the funniest man.
1916.
Sat. Debate with Holyoke. I was so sleepy at it. We lost here. We won at Wellesley. Kim! [...] Holyoke girl is awfully cute, like Miss Keates.
1917.
Buckie & Jimmy went. They're so dear. I wish I didn't have so much work to do. No ill-effects from the Sulphur. Doris has just been smoking. I think she's disgusting.
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March 19
Wed.
1913.
Went down-street to buy a hairbrush. Met Dot and later Marion and Margery. We went in the Golden Robin and Kid treated us.
19
1915.
Went to the infirm about 10:30. Not very ill. Nice [food]. Lovely nurse. Very restful. Gobs of magazines. General sensation of nausea.
1916.
Sun. Went to Chapel. Felt rotten. Good sermon. Didn't go out in the P.M. Went to Xians all alone. Kim sat with Dicky & Xians president.
1917.
The kids are blatting about Altamont. It peeves me. In tonight. I have so much work to do. Ev & Cord have bought Ukeleles. Worse [...]. I'm in a vile humor.
Wed.
1913.
Went down-street to buy a hairbrush. Met Dot and later Marion and Margery. We went in the Golden Robin and Kid treated us.
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1915.
Went to the infirm about 10:30. Not very ill. Nice [food]. Lovely nurse. Very restful. Gobs of magazines. General sensation of nausea.
1916.
Sun. Went to Chapel. Felt rotten. Good sermon. Didn't go out in the P.M. Went to Xians all alone. Kim sat with Dicky & Xians president.
1917.
The kids are blatting about Altamont. It peeves me. In tonight. I have so much work to do. Ev & Cord have bought Ukeleles. Worse [...]. I'm in a vile humor.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913088
March 20
Thursday.
1913.
Augusta and I looked at suits. We saw Bert Lytell twice. I wonder if the Sergeant missed us. Didn't say good-bye to Miss Whittemore.
1914.
Had such a wonderful time at Margory Woods' tea. I helped assist. Martha Strong and Martha Lipton were there. So beautiful.
1915.
The play! Many thrills!! Dodie was great. Grace was adorable. Movies. Debate marvelous. We lost. Also at Holyoke. Gloom.
1916.
Mon. The dancing exhibists tonight. I lumbered through it like a cow. Danced with Jo Palmer in the Tarantella. I can't wait for Thursday to come.
1917.
Classes. Studied fierce hard. Have a sore throat. Miss Raymond thought our drill Sunday was to celebrate our victory over Wellesley.
Thursday.
1913.
Augusta and I looked at suits. We saw Bert Lytell twice. I wonder if the Sergeant missed us. Didn't say good-bye to Miss Whittemore.
1914.
Had such a wonderful time at Margory Woods' tea. I helped assist. Martha Strong and Martha Lipton were there. So beautiful.
1915.
The play! Many thrills!! Dodie was great. Grace was adorable. Movies. Debate marvelous. We lost. Also at Holyoke. Gloom.
1916.
Mon. The dancing exhibists tonight. I lumbered through it like a cow. Danced with Jo Palmer in the Tarantella. I can't wait for Thursday to come.
1917.
Classes. Studied fierce hard. Have a sore throat. Miss Raymond thought our drill Sunday was to celebrate our victory over Wellesley.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913089
March 21
Friday.
1919 [1913].
I would love to send Miss Whittemore some flowers for Easter but unfortunately I have no money. Mother and I went to see Julius Caesar. I got my suit.
1914.
Oh, I've had such a wonderful, wonderful time! I really never had such a wonderful time before in all my whole life. Oh, it was perfect.
1914.[1915].
Doris is using the one cubic centimeter of ink which this room possesses so I'm using Dot's fountain pen. Potato salad for supper. Met Clark Addington.
1916.
Tue. Am excited about going home. Virginia & [Stoutie] are going to Washington on a Cook's tour. Aren't they screams!
1917.
Wed. Very Busy. In P.M. to movies with Dorie to see Ann Murdock in "Where Love Is". Miss Washburn to dinner sweet. Katrina hasn't heard from that sweet Ruth [...] yet.
Friday.
1919 [1913].
I would love to send Miss Whittemore some flowers for Easter but unfortunately I have no money. Mother and I went to see Julius Caesar. I got my suit.
1914.
Oh, I've had such a wonderful, wonderful time! I really never had such a wonderful time before in all my whole life. Oh, it was perfect.
1914.[1915].
Doris is using the one cubic centimeter of ink which this room possesses so I'm using Dot's fountain pen. Potato salad for supper. Met Clark Addington.
1916.
Tue. Am excited about going home. Virginia & [Stoutie] are going to Washington on a Cook's tour. Aren't they screams!
1917.
Wed. Very Busy. In P.M. to movies with Dorie to see Ann Murdock in "Where Love Is". Miss Washburn to dinner sweet. Katrina hasn't heard from that sweet Ruth [...] yet.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913090
March 22
Saturday. Fair.
1913.
Went down-street with Alice this morning. This afternoon studied and wrote on "Pastorella" that I'm writing for Miss Whittemore.
1914.
Oh, I had the best time this morning and tonight, tonight at dark music and at Helen's. Katrina is such a scream. And Helen's adorable.
1915.
Oh, dear. I'm so discouraged! I can't do a thing and never will be anybody! I've got so much to do and I've got to go to bed!
1916.
Wed. Did the last fond rites prior to leaving, packing my trunk etc. I hate to leave all the girls but its for a very short time, only! Dots going to be here.
1917.
Again busy. Again went to movies. Saw Pauline Fredericks in "Sapho". This morning had a heart to heart talk with Miss Wylie. Oh, I can't do it! It's too hard.
Saturday. Fair.
1913.
Went down-street with Alice this morning. This afternoon studied and wrote on "Pastorella" that I'm writing for Miss Whittemore.
1914.
Oh, I had the best time this morning and tonight, tonight at dark music and at Helen's. Katrina is such a scream. And Helen's adorable.
1915.
Oh, dear. I'm so discouraged! I can't do a thing and never will be anybody! I've got so much to do and I've got to go to bed!
1916.
Wed. Did the last fond rites prior to leaving, packing my trunk etc. I hate to leave all the girls but its for a very short time, only! Dots going to be here.
1917.
Again busy. Again went to movies. Saw Pauline Fredericks in "Sapho". This morning had a heart to heart talk with Miss Wylie. Oh, I can't do it! It's too hard.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913091
March 23
Sunday.
1913.
Took each of the kids a daffodil. Marion went up with me. We had some good ice-cream for dinner.
1914.
A wonderful Students Meeting tonight. Margaret was Marvelous. The decisions were fine. Everything was orderly and unemotional.
1915.
Oh, the most interesting thing tonight my dear, went down to the police station to see a criminal mugged only there wasn't any criminal, so Prof. Shattuck was the criminal and
1916.
Thurs. Went home. On train with Helen Searle. Mother & Father met me. Didn't do anything exciting. Mother & I got the supper. Anna telephoned in the evening.
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Sunday.
1913.
Took each of the kids a daffodil. Marion went up with me. We had some good ice-cream for dinner.
1914.
A wonderful Students Meeting tonight. Margaret was Marvelous. The decisions were fine. Everything was orderly and unemotional.
1915.
Oh, the most interesting thing tonight my dear, went down to the police station to see a criminal mugged only there wasn't any criminal, so Prof. Shattuck was the criminal and
1916.
Thurs. Went home. On train with Helen Searle. Mother & Father met me. Didn't do anything exciting. Mother & I got the supper. Anna telephoned in the evening.
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March 24
Monday.
1913.
Marion and I went to the moving pictures this afternoon. She is going to a moving picture party tonight with Clark King.
19
1915.
Dancing exhibition tonight. Went not knowing a thing, but followed Satterthwait in the front row and got along swell. I feel fine can't seem to bring myself to think of going to bed. Oh, I love Miriam Shepherd so! Danced with Gertrude and Helen Shaw. More fun!
1916.
Friday. This morning I slept the blessed sleep of exhaustion. Went up to Ann's & stayed to lunch. Mrs. [Munnell] was there. In the afternoon went over & saw Mrs. Camp & Miss Blake.
19
Monday.
1913.
Marion and I went to the moving pictures this afternoon. She is going to a moving picture party tonight with Clark King.
19
1915.
Dancing exhibition tonight. Went not knowing a thing, but followed Satterthwait in the front row and got along swell. I feel fine can't seem to bring myself to think of going to bed. Oh, I love Miriam Shepherd so! Danced with Gertrude and Helen Shaw. More fun!
1916.
Friday. This morning I slept the blessed sleep of exhaustion. Went up to Ann's & stayed to lunch. Mrs. [Munnell] was there. In the afternoon went over & saw Mrs. Camp & Miss Blake.
19
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913093
March 25
Tuesday.
1913.
This morning we went to the Library and did something on our essays. George Goodwin was there. The dance was lovely.
19
19
Dinner with Swattie. Lost Doris' postal. Swattie was sweet. Walked around the circle. Also out to the lake. Swattie has a music scholarship.
1916.
Sat. This morning didn't do anything. In the afternoon went to "Quinneys", a delightful English play with Marion. She is such a funny nice girl.
Tuesday.
1913.
This morning we went to the Library and did something on our essays. George Goodwin was there. The dance was lovely.
19
19
Dinner with Swattie. Lost Doris' postal. Swattie was sweet. Walked around the circle. Also out to the lake. Swattie has a music scholarship.
1916.
Sat. This morning didn't do anything. In the afternoon went to "Quinneys", a delightful English play with Marion. She is such a funny nice girl.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913094
March 26
Wednesday.
1913.
Went to the Y.M.C.A. with Augusta tonight. Marion's pictures in her [Yama] suit are the cutest things. We met Lawrence and Clemmie in the Golden Robin.
19
1915.
Went home. Mrs. Robinson and Anna met me. Mother has a cold. Am going up to Anna's tomorrow. It seems wonderful to be back.
1916.
Sun. This morning I went to Church & to Sunday School. Saw Janet, Jean, & Dagmar in Church. Went for a walk & up to Sally's. Saw Miss Monroe.
19
Wednesday.
1913.
Went to the Y.M.C.A. with Augusta tonight. Marion's pictures in her [Yama] suit are the cutest things. We met Lawrence and Clemmie in the Golden Robin.
19
1915.
Went home. Mrs. Robinson and Anna met me. Mother has a cold. Am going up to Anna's tomorrow. It seems wonderful to be back.
1916.
Sun. This morning I went to Church & to Sunday School. Saw Janet, Jean, & Dagmar in Church. Went for a walk & up to Sally's. Saw Miss Monroe.
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: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913095
March 27
Thursday.
1913.
Went to Alice's party tonight and had the best time. Rollin Stowe was there. Excitement! Fuller was nice and Lamont wonderful.
1914.
Went home. Felt very melancholy. The two don't seem to go together well. Saw Mace, Dot and Augusta. Went to Grand.
1915.
Went up to Anna's. Oh I just love Anna's home! I think homes are so wonderful its too bad we have to leave them. Abie telephoned.
1916.
Mon. Mrs. [Arncliff] came & did my hair. Down to see Anna off. Dentists. Margery's. Margery is going to marry Ellston. Oh, isn't she wonderfully lucky!
1917.
Tuesday. Sewed for the Red Cross with mother. We cut out eight shirts. Willie Rice was there. He's going back to France unless he's needed here.
Thursday.
1913.
Went to Alice's party tonight and had the best time. Rollin Stowe was there. Excitement! Fuller was nice and Lamont wonderful.
1914.
Went home. Felt very melancholy. The two don't seem to go together well. Saw Mace, Dot and Augusta. Went to Grand.
1915.
Went up to Anna's. Oh I just love Anna's home! I think homes are so wonderful its too bad we have to leave them. Abie telephoned.
1916.
Mon. Mrs. [Arncliff] came & did my hair. Down to see Anna off. Dentists. Margery's. Margery is going to marry Ellston. Oh, isn't she wonderfully lucky!
1917.
Tuesday. Sewed for the Red Cross with mother. We cut out eight shirts. Willie Rice was there. He's going back to France unless he's needed here.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913096
March 28
Friday.
1913.
Got a letter from Clark today saying he couldn't come, on account of the flood. Marion and I saw Roosevelt. We went to the State Library today.
1914.
Oh, it seems so good to be home and able to rest. I just feel as though I'd like never to have to study again. Ah such bliss is not to be mine.
1915.
Went to S.S. and church with Anna. I like Jean Elmendorf so much. Saw Marion. She's a sweet girl. I like Mrs. Scudder. She keeps so young and lively.
1916.
Tue. Went up to the Normal for lunch with Augusta. Marion & I. Good lunch price $.17. Over to Brate's & down. Got hat & met Louise this P.M.
1917.
Wednesday. The Rummage Sale. I helped mother in the morning. We sold quite a lot. I saw all of my old things going cheap.
Friday.
1913.
Got a letter from Clark today saying he couldn't come, on account of the flood. Marion and I saw Roosevelt. We went to the State Library today.
1914.
Oh, it seems so good to be home and able to rest. I just feel as though I'd like never to have to study again. Ah such bliss is not to be mine.
1915.
Went to S.S. and church with Anna. I like Jean Elmendorf so much. Saw Marion. She's a sweet girl. I like Mrs. Scudder. She keeps so young and lively.
1916.
Tue. Went up to the Normal for lunch with Augusta. Marion & I. Good lunch price $.17. Over to Brate's & down. Got hat & met Louise this P.M.
1917.
Wednesday. The Rummage Sale. I helped mother in the morning. We sold quite a lot. I saw all of my old things going cheap.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913097
March 29
Saturday.
1913.
I had a nice time tonight with Abie. My suit has come. Mother got some Suffrage correspondence cards and I wrote to Miss Whittemore. She'll think I'm crazy.
1914.
Church. Saw Lester. Also everybody else. In P.M. I don't recall my operations. A.B. telephoned. I went to bed early per usual.
1915.
Monday. Went down street. Clothes are the worst nuisance. Someday I hope to be very rich and have someone to execute my orders.
1916.
Wed. Saw "The Whirl of Life" with the Castles, & "The Strange Case of Mary Page" with Henry Walthall-Hughes. Louise, Marie, [...]
1917.
Thursday. To the Grand with Augusta. She's a bigger nut than ever, but in a different way. Its all men, now.
Saturday.
1913.
I had a nice time tonight with Abie. My suit has come. Mother got some Suffrage correspondence cards and I wrote to Miss Whittemore. She'll think I'm crazy.
1914.
Church. Saw Lester. Also everybody else. In P.M. I don't recall my operations. A.B. telephoned. I went to bed early per usual.
1915.
Monday. Went down street. Clothes are the worst nuisance. Someday I hope to be very rich and have someone to execute my orders.
1916.
Wed. Saw "The Whirl of Life" with the Castles, & "The Strange Case of Mary Page" with Henry Walthall-Hughes. Louise, Marie, [...]
1917.
Thursday. To the Grand with Augusta. She's a bigger nut than ever, but in a different way. Its all men, now.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913098
March 30
Sunday.
1913.
Donald and Truman came down this evening and left about nine o'clock. Mother and I went to hear Dr Rosalie Morton this afternoon. Marge telephoned this evening.
1914.
Mon. Went to school. Oh, it seemed so nice, and queer. Miss Camp was adorable. I love her so. Miss Jackson too. U-m-m-m-m!
1915.
Tuesday. Louise De Relle, Marion's room-mate came today. She's the sweetest, dearest, most unspoiled thing. After all the simplest people are the nicest.
1916.
Thursday. Today went to see Theda in "Destruction". She was certainly wonderful, but I loathe her. Lunch at Golden Robin with Marge.
1917.
Friday. The Great Meeting at Mary Duncans. [Heruh] is nice. And not bad looking. Mary's sweet. Gertrude [Scheinpy] has broken her engagement.
Sunday.
1913.
Donald and Truman came down this evening and left about nine o'clock. Mother and I went to hear Dr Rosalie Morton this afternoon. Marge telephoned this evening.
1914.
Mon. Went to school. Oh, it seemed so nice, and queer. Miss Camp was adorable. I love her so. Miss Jackson too. U-m-m-m-m!
1915.
Tuesday. Louise De Relle, Marion's room-mate came today. She's the sweetest, dearest, most unspoiled thing. After all the simplest people are the nicest.
1916.
Thursday. Today went to see Theda in "Destruction". She was certainly wonderful, but I loathe her. Lunch at Golden Robin with Marge.
1917.
Friday. The Great Meeting at Mary Duncans. [Heruh] is nice. And not bad looking. Mary's sweet. Gertrude [Scheinpy] has broken her engagement.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913099
March 31
Monday.
1913.
It is thundering and lightening and I am doing Algebra. Mother bought Eileen a spoon this morning. Oh, I wish Mr. O'Neill wouldn't come.
1914.
Glee Club Concert tonight. Miss J is in it. No dancing after. Spoke to Frankie. Also to Miss Jeffries. Oh, your icy glare!
1915.
Wed. The [Guidon] drill. Marge and I went alone like his disappointed old maids. I will be ever thus I fear, alas! Alas! Alas!
1916.
Friday. Today went to the Grand with Marion & Louise. It was awfully funny. No picture. Afterwards went to Huylers.
1917.
Saturday. Kid called! Unbelievable, but true. Whats more he took me [flowering] & treated me to a sodie at Huylers.
Monday.
1913.
It is thundering and lightening and I am doing Algebra. Mother bought Eileen a spoon this morning. Oh, I wish Mr. O'Neill wouldn't come.
1914.
Glee Club Concert tonight. Miss J is in it. No dancing after. Spoke to Frankie. Also to Miss Jeffries. Oh, your icy glare!
1915.
Wed. The [Guidon] drill. Marge and I went alone like his disappointed old maids. I will be ever thus I fear, alas! Alas! Alas!
1916.
Friday. Today went to the Grand with Marion & Louise. It was awfully funny. No picture. Afterwards went to Huylers.
1917.
Saturday. Kid called! Unbelievable, but true. Whats more he took me [flowering] & treated me to a sodie at Huylers.
: VCLDiariesPollockMary1913100
April 1
Tuesday.
1913.
Oh, Miss Whittemore is an angel. She liked "Pastorella". This afternoon Marge & I went to the Pruyn Library. Saw Rollin and Bert Hawley and Horanowitz.
1914.
Wed. To school with Elsa. We visited French and she laughed her head clean off. [Mlle] is killing. Also went to Vergil, German and Gym.
1915.
Thursday. Willie Wyer's Card party. I was a fool. I must learn to play cards and show my brains instead of acting as though I hadn't any.
1916.
Sat. In the morning went up to practice. In P.M. saw Mary Pickford in "The Foundling". V.C. Movies in the evening. We sang.
1917.
Sunday. Fierce warm. Martha & I went up to Ann's. Then to Mrs. Sullivan's and stayed for tea. In evening [Heruh] came. He's quite entertaining.
Tuesday.
1913.
Oh, Miss Whittemore is an angel. She liked "Pastorella". This afternoon Marge & I went to the Pruyn Library. Saw Rollin and Bert Hawley and Horanowitz.
1914.
Wed. To school with Elsa. We visited French and she laughed her head clean off. [Mlle] is killing. Also went to Vergil, German and Gym.
1915.
Thursday. Willie Wyer's Card party. I was a fool. I must learn to play cards and show my brains instead of acting as though I hadn't any.
1916.
Sat. In the morning went up to practice. In P.M. saw Mary Pickford in "The Foundling". V.C. Movies in the evening. We sang.
1917.
Sunday. Fierce warm. Martha & I went up to Ann's. Then to Mrs. Sullivan's and stayed for tea. In evening [Heruh] came. He's quite entertaining.
