Subseries I. Correspondence, January-June, 1928
to Family. Ram Allah, Palestine, 1928 1/8.
extensive description of her trip to Egypt with two other people.
Reports that Mildred White was offered the principalship of the Girls School and that the current head, Alice Whittier Jones, was disappointed it was not offered to Eva, but she (Eva) is also waiting to hear about a position at William Penn College.
Mentions that family is having her letters printed in the Independent and the Republic; is sending a copy of her record of her trip to Egypt (not present); a description of Palestine by James Nichols does not give the whole story.
description of life at the school now that Miss [Ermina?] Jones has departed on vacation, and of a Greek Orthodox wedding of one of the pupils.
J. Usang Ly is to arrive on his way on a trip around the world.
earthquake on Feb. 23 and impact on students. Dr. Grant has arrived.
Gives a very detailed description of a tour of Jerusalem provided by Totah; praises his skills as a tour guide
the Silcox family (missionaries in China) have arrived to attend large missionary conference in Jerusalem.
Has reached decision to stay in Palestine and is waiting for letter from William Penn College to say they are releasing her from previous commitment to come back there to work.
Writes of the tragic suicide of acquaintence and coworker, Ermina Jones Totah
Dates
- Creation: January-June, 1928
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