Hinman Bigelow Letters: Sarcasm (5 Feb 1919)

This letter was written on 5 February 1919. Hinman Bigelow writes to his mother for, you guessed it, more money! I've included a photograph of Hinman with his track team.

Feb 5th.

Dear Mother,

I received your letter, the check for school, and my own $3 check but not the one for the indoor shoes. Now mother I must have those shoes for track and must have them immediately, so by return mail you send me a check for the shoes.

Now you might as well leave out your sarcasm about my age and etc. because the shoes fitts both of us. Especially what you said about the Armstrong's and I am keeping that letter for future use if necessary.

I have cut the smoking as I said so don't you think you help me toward that car I want?

Well I am practising hard for both track and swimming.

What will you give me to stay here during Easter vacation? My railroad fare would mount to $20. My board $18 and my other expenses $25. Send me a check for $55 and I will stay here in Mercersburg for over vacation. Pretty little sacrifice but I will do it you send me the $55. Consider the matter! It would save both time and money.

Is Miss Parsons going to be in Atlantic City in March about the 15th? Ask her for me will you please.

There is going to be a dance here soon and the debate the 22nd so couldn't you add a little for these occassions because I need my suits pressed and also the debate night for stunts. So please send me a little extra.

Well don't forget the $6 for the track shoes and the rest.

Give my best to Miss Parsons and Marguerite Armstrong, the Milburns, Mrs. Ivyville and the rest.

Sincerely,
Ted Bigelow

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