February 13, 1930 Dear father, I just received your letter and I am writing you back. Even if you are my father and I should take everything you tell me as good advice, I do not agree with on what you wrote me. I understand your point of view about life and values. However, I want to tell you that I am not the child you were with in Baltimore. We are in the 1930s now and …showed first 75 words of 501 total…

…showed last 75 words of 501 total…that my father wishes for her daughter. 10/20/02Every time you write to me, you tell me that I am not doing anything and I am an idler. Perhaps, it seems that way to you, but I am doing great things, which I am proud of. In fact, that is all I need. Love you Daddy. Your Daughter Scottie P.S. I did not read your letter twice. P.P.S. I will keep your diary.