Letter from John G. Neihardt to Lucile Aly, October 29, 1959
Here is a characteristic letter from Alice. I want you to feel her as she is.
Note that old Lynn is pushing ahead with her violin. This is done, partly, with the idea of pleasing Nanny, who first taught Lynn. It is understood that Nanny's fine violin is to go to Lynn when she can play the great classics. This was Nanny's wish. The instrument is originally an Amati, with modern repairs and additions. It's really a fine thing and its tone is exquisite. Will it not be fine to see old Lynn standing tall & straight and blond with that violin under her chin??! In a year or two it will be hers.
JohnP. S. (On second thought I do like you a little.)
Rte 7
Columbia, Mo. COLUMBIA, MO. OCT 20 330 PM 1959
UNITED.STATES.POSTAGE FOUR 4 CENTS
Dr. Lucile Aly, 1138 22nd Ave., East Eugene, Oregon.