Author: David Haldeman

Friday, December 8, 1972
After hectic day – me delivering so Laura could go to funeral – had 10 Artisans in to make their arrangements for show Sunday. Then at 8:30 to Joan Shelton’s new home for dinner with Altrusa Board. Relaxing.
Evening wrapping plants at 229.

Wednesday, December 6, 1972
Grave Blankets really a pain. Reuben can’t keep up so Kent’s doing some at night. Poinsettias all over the place. Worked till 7:30. Apollo 17 blast off halted at -30 sec! Didn’t wait up.

Thursday, December 7, 1972
Taped to Kati – Letter from Howard. Enjoying beach! Bought blue pants suit at Bintz $60 & stainless steel flatware for Karen Beers from shop. Took boxwood centerpiece for 23 Quest Club Girls to make for program.

Tuesday, December 5, 1972
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Monday, December 4, 1972
Sat with Bill & Erma Hutchman at Travel Series on Israel.
Headache – Hard to get started this AM.

Saturday, December 2, 1972
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Sunday, December 3, 1972
Made ivy garlands & fudge & “nuts & bolts” – Mary, Rocky & Mother out for chili supper & Mary spliced movie film. Jackie & Cliff & Ann & Jim out. Wine & Estate liquor & movies.

Friday, December 1, 1972
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Thursday, November 30, 1972
Stopped at Mary Brocklesby’s to get letters she addressed. Picked up 8,000 from Hall Beck & took to Banks. Took grave blankets to cemetery. Irene Epler with me. Shopped Welles. Store looks empty. & Big Bear.

Tuesday, November 28, 1972
Laura Kelly started on delivery job & really a hectic day for her. At Altrusa dinner. Shoemaker demonstration. Took candy jars for table decorations. Stopped at Hall Beck’s. BBB has letters printed.