Walter’s next assignment will be studying the sand flies (Culicoides spp.) that are major pests in the coastal areas of the Southeast. He and Ina are figuring out the logistics for their pending move to either South Carolina or Georgia.

Wednesday A.M. 5/14

My dear Sweetheart,

It is difficult to tell you just what we should do. As much as I dislike the idea of being separated from you and Walter White, I am in favor of making it as comfortable for both of you as possible. I do not like the idea of leaving you in Dallas while I am in the Southeastern states. You could have everything delivered but you would be alone at night. I could get Mr. Somnier to let his oldest boy stay out there but it would be a responsibility to look after him. I think Mrs. Bucklin would be glad to stay with you but she would get on your nerves. Mrs. Chamberlain would be a lot of company and congenial.

May 14, 1930

If you wanted to stay in Uvalde until I get things located in the S.E. states it would be too much of an imposition on Daddy and Mother Lewis. They are going to have some anxiety over Thelma. They are going to have some visitors from Mississippi in June.

I am not sure but that it would be wise for me to come for you as we had planned. Then we could bring Claudelle and Daddy Lewis back with us. This would save Claudelle a little on her travel to Oklahoma. Then when you and I drive to Charleston or Savannah we could stop with Ethel for a little visit, also at my home if you care to. What do you think?

If you let me know just what you would like to do I’ll try to see it your way.

This PM Mr. Somnier is going out to our house with me to fix back steps, roof, gate, and paint the gables of the house. Will also paint front of garage.

With lots of love,
Walter.