Letter from Warren G. Furry to his son, Warren G. Furry Jr., December 6, 1930
Letter from father Warren G. Furry to son “Mor G.” in Fayetteville, AR from work in Van Buren, AR.
Transcript
Dear Mor G.
Had sent last ck. 11/12 so intended to send next ck. About the same time; can remit the 1st each month if that suit your convenience better.
Very busy with so much data in connection with the busted insurance companies and ascertain it will cost me about $1050.00 at least. Maybe can side-step a portion of the policies, such as depository bonds by bank…
Well, we’ll be looking for you Xmas or as soon as you can get off. We need not expect presents, tho, as times are too hard and we are thankful here that we have a roof to cover our heads and food to eat. Can’t collect interest due me and business is shrinking up badly, but we will make it some way.
Love, Daddy
Questions:
Describe the tone of this letter.
Why do you think this letter is shorter compared to the letter from July 1930?
How do you think this letter made the recipient, “Mor G.,” feel? Why?
How did the Great Depression affect Mr. Furry?