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Shimer diary 023

Image and transcription of page 23 of the diary of Frances Shimer. Click here to edit or add text. - View this page on archive.org


March 17-18

Wednesday 17th. Made out my rate bill & sent it by Isaac as he was going to Wm. Taylor's vendue. I taught 66 days, being 66/72 or 11/12 of three months. 11/12 of $48 = $44, which I am to receive for my winter's work.

Thursday 18th. Snowed last night some 6 or 8 inches deep. I started to carry Cinda over to school, but the going was so awful I turned back. Sent word to Mr. Kilmer that Ann could not come there to teach.

Friday 19th. Received a letter from Em Willis & from friend Ann saying she had decided to come here to teach. I am really glad she will come, but am sorry we have sent word to Mr. K. I fear they will have engaged another teacher. Hope I can get them word! Sent a note to Mr. K. in the evening, but no answer very definite about it, but would let us know tomorrow.

Saturday 20th. No word from Rock City. No school yesterday nor today. Mr. & Mrs. Mann visited here. Isaac & Caroline went to the springs. David came up with them.

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