The 1919 Diary of Ypsilanti High School Teacher Carrie Hardy

Part of a year-long weekly serialization of Ypsilanti high school math teacher Carrie Hardy's diary.

Kind readers may recall that last week Carrie attended freshman reception at Ypsi high, noting "Not many teachers in attendance." She made bread, green tomato pickles, and relish, and was still feeling the lingering effects of her long illness.

Sept. 23 Tues. Was in school all day. Went up stairs to lunch. Helped with attendance + Miss Hoffman.

Sept. 24 Wed. Am taking attendance this week to relieve Miss Gieske. Also, trying to remain in school. Lillian + I went to Mission for dinner.

Sept. 25 Thurs. Went up stairs for lunch. Visited Mr. Erickson's Alg. 12. This week I have recorded all attendance to date. Visited Lillian's room.

Sept. 26 Fri. Taught all my classes today. Lillian is very kind to me. Was tired out at close of school.

Sept. 27 Sat. Went to market with Miss Gieske. Bought new winter hat $7.75. Van washed my windows.

Sept. 28 Sun. Rob arrived about 7:30. He drove out. We had breakfast, then Lillian + I went home with him. Came back on st. car.

Sept. 29 Mon. Am teaching full time now. Gained 1 lb. last week. Seems good to be back again. Tired.

Sept. 30 Tues. Taught all day again + gave out locker keys to freshmen after school.

Thanks for reading; tune in next Tuesday for the next series!