A letter and envelope from Perry Worden in Pasadena, California to Walter P. Temple in Puente, California, postmarked 4 May 1928.

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

A letter and envelope from Perry Worden in Pasadena, California to Walter P. Temple in Puente, California, postmarked 4 May 1928.

Entry/Object ID

2021.3.2.255

Description

A letter and envelope from Perry Worden in Pasadena, California to Walter P. Temple in Puente, California, postmarked 4 May 1928. In the typewritten letter (a), Worden discusses his health concerns regarding his heart condition and his current bout of hay fever, as well as the financial strain that he and his wife are facing. Worden states that they have had to draw from their savings to avoid abandoning the Temple book project. Worden also explains that he has not communicated with Mr. Woodruff and therefore cannot comment on matters of the Temple Estate Company. Worden concludes by mentioning the upcoming law finals that Walter's son, Thomas W. Temple II, will be facing. With creases and minor discoloration, the object is in good condition overall. The envelope (b) has minor silverfish damage, minor discoloration, and a tear along its right side. It is in fair condition overall.

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Object Name

Letters (Correspondence)