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was a sacrifice just as much as those killed on the battle field. It was indeed [?] many friends he had made - he was so quiet and unobtrusive at all times - His soldiers came for miles and the floral offerings were magnificent. With my summer of sickness before this, I absolutely collapsed after the funeral and please understand why I haven't hurried back to greet Bob's mother. I plan to leave Wednesday the 8th - it is hard to leave Mamma and I know she will be pitiful without Helen, but Bob is so anxious for me to see his mother. Helen is so dear these days and she sends you a big kiss - she is "crazy" about my brothers - just think Frank was her grandfather and he loved her so much. I can't write anymore - Love from Evelyn