Sunday nite, July 11, 1:30 a.m.
Dearest Sugar,
Last night the Naumanns and McCullochs gave a gorgeous dinner in honor of Mary Colby's birthday, so the sisters, Harrells and we were invited. Iby had a smorgasbord -- real fancy and delicious and cocktails, then we moved on to Esther's for desert -- fresh peaches with raspberry, peeled figs and b.d. cake. Then bridge all evening till 1:00 a.m. which was late for this crowd. We all read your letter and they had the biggest laugh over the whole thing. Janie was there, so I asked her to read it aloud and everyone thought you were a master at letter writing. You really showed great sense of humor and write so well that Dad wants me to haul your letters out, any time friends come in. He is so proud of you and we all get such a kick out of them. Keep up the good work, and I think you are getting a lot out of this trip, just by writing your own experiences. I shall keep all the letters for you.
Lil had about 30 Maids and Matrons here all day and she worked so hard that she was all worn out tonight....Later the Hos came, also the Finkels so we had lots of desserts and bridge, and had a grand evening. Elsie's friends brought her a lot of choice antheriums, so she brought them to me, so I can use them for my luncheon on Tuesday. Shall honor Selma, and will have 18. Al helped me shopped Saturday, so we shall have roast beef, potato salad, jello molds, scones, then fruit plater with fancy slices of melons, etc., etc. Guess will have bridge and Canasta again. Mamie Wong is giving one tomorrow noon at Athletic Club, and Grace Chow one in Hollywood Roosevelt Wednesday, so you see I am busy indeed. My collection of British china cups arrived, so shall show them off to advantage.
“Boy” was taken away today by the new owners and I really fought hard to keep my tears back. He was so cute that I hated to see him go. The Hos wanted to take the white girl tonight, but I just could not see Honey losing two children in one day, so shall delay it a bit. They are all so cute that it is hard to part with any of them. Wish you could see them play now.
Dad, Al and all of us sat around the breakfast table to talk about Al and Benny. Guess Dad finally is reconciled to the idea that she is to marry Benny. I really like to see them marry soon, since Al is so sure about everything, and see no reason why they should keep separate house and see each other morning, noon and night. We worked on the guest list today and found we shall have about 500 for the wedding, probably half for the engagement. Do not tell our plans to others, as we can't say anything till we meet Benny. Sound out the Watamulls, and see whether they are to come for our anniversary. How is Ellen? Have not had time to write her either....Keep a record of what you do and let us hear all the details.
How is your bank account coming along? Do you have enough to spend? Do not be cheesy, especially when you are invited....Have you seen the Ho relations yet? Am so eager to hear all the news. Too bad you did not take a camera with you, as you should have some pictures for souvenirs. Do you want me to mail one of ours? How is school? As after all, you better make a fairly good grade, so your glamor would be matched with your intellect also. Know you must be very popular with all the dates and invitations, and hope you will leave a good school record as well! If you see that you need more clothes, let me know right away, so can send you some. But you can buy some, if in need, but I doubt it. Remember the pounds on your return trip! Did you book your return ticket. Be sure to do it now! Made many new friends at the U.? How is your Romeo Howard doing? I sure bragged about you to his mom. It is way late, so will write again. We sure miss you, my little chick!...Write. Lots of love, Mom
Last night the Naumanns and McCullochs gave a gorgeous dinner in honor of Mary Colby's birthday, so the sisters, Harrells and we were invited. Iby had a smorgasbord -- real fancy and delicious and cocktails, then we moved on to Esther's for desert -- fresh peaches with raspberry, peeled figs and b.d. cake. Then bridge all evening till 1:00 a.m. which was late for this crowd. We all read your letter and they had the biggest laugh over the whole thing. Janie was there, so I asked her to read it aloud and everyone thought you were a master at letter writing. You really showed great sense of humor and write so well that Dad wants me to haul your letters out, any time friends come in. He is so proud of you and we all get such a kick out of them. Keep up the good work, and I think you are getting a lot out of this trip, just by writing your own experiences. I shall keep all the letters for you.
Lil had about 30 Maids and Matrons here all day and she worked so hard that she was all worn out tonight....Later the Hos came, also the Finkels so we had lots of desserts and bridge, and had a grand evening. Elsie's friends brought her a lot of choice antheriums, so she brought them to me, so I can use them for my luncheon on Tuesday. Shall honor Selma, and will have 18. Al helped me shopped Saturday, so we shall have roast beef, potato salad, jello molds, scones, then fruit plater with fancy slices of melons, etc., etc. Guess will have bridge and Canasta again. Mamie Wong is giving one tomorrow noon at Athletic Club, and Grace Chow one in Hollywood Roosevelt Wednesday, so you see I am busy indeed. My collection of British china cups arrived, so shall show them off to advantage.
“Boy” was taken away today by the new owners and I really fought hard to keep my tears back. He was so cute that I hated to see him go. The Hos wanted to take the white girl tonight, but I just could not see Honey losing two children in one day, so shall delay it a bit. They are all so cute that it is hard to part with any of them. Wish you could see them play now.
Dad, Al and all of us sat around the breakfast table to talk about Al and Benny. Guess Dad finally is reconciled to the idea that she is to marry Benny. I really like to see them marry soon, since Al is so sure about everything, and see no reason why they should keep separate house and see each other morning, noon and night. We worked on the guest list today and found we shall have about 500 for the wedding, probably half for the engagement. Do not tell our plans to others, as we can't say anything till we meet Benny. Sound out the Watamulls, and see whether they are to come for our anniversary. How is Ellen? Have not had time to write her either....Keep a record of what you do and let us hear all the details.
How is your bank account coming along? Do you have enough to spend? Do not be cheesy, especially when you are invited....Have you seen the Ho relations yet? Am so eager to hear all the news. Too bad you did not take a camera with you, as you should have some pictures for souvenirs. Do you want me to mail one of ours? How is school? As after all, you better make a fairly good grade, so your glamor would be matched with your intellect also. Know you must be very popular with all the dates and invitations, and hope you will leave a good school record as well! If you see that you need more clothes, let me know right away, so can send you some. But you can buy some, if in need, but I doubt it. Remember the pounds on your return trip! Did you book your return ticket. Be sure to do it now! Made many new friends at the U.? How is your Romeo Howard doing? I sure bragged about you to his mom. It is way late, so will write again. We sure miss you, my little chick!...Write. Lots of love, Mom
Summer of ‘54: The Scene | 1: Al: Have I been busy | 2: Jigi: Orchid leis | 3: Lil: Go crazy, kid 4: Wally: Don’t change | 5: Ron: Damn nice of you | 6: Mom: A grand success | 7: Mom: My fashion plate | 8: Lil: Who’d’ve understood? | 9: Jigi: The sexy bastard | 10: Mom: That gleam and glow | 11: Mom: So proud of you | 12: Al: Fast Casanova | 13: Lil: Free coaching | 14: Mom: Simply heartbroken | 15: Al: Most scandalous | 16: Lil: Men!! | 17: Jigi: Gush it up | 18: Mom: Keep it to yourselves | 19: Lil: Bitter today | 20: Lil: Your future brother-in-law | 21: To the convent | The Anniversary Party