Correspondence Between John G. Olmstead and Louise H. Olmstead, 1906-1931, undated

Arranged into two subseries: 1. Letters sent to Louise, and 2. Letters sent to John. This series chronicles the relationship between John G. Olmstead and Louise H. Olmstead from their courtship through several years of their marriage. Early letters describe the beginning of their relationship, their engagement and wedding plans. Their letters also cover such topics as John’s father’s health, the nature of relationships between men and women, mustaches, and dieting. Once married, their letters document the growth and raising of their children, John’s tour of the western United States (1931), news regarding sister Grace Olmstead and her husband Irving Merston, and John’s work with the YMCA and American Alumni Council. Each subseries is arranged chronologically.