McFarland-Russell Letter, May 30, 1889 - Page 4

other crops to some extent. The apple orchards
are suffering terribly. Last year a large
number of very fine ones were entirely
destroyed by the apple tree worm, and
this year they are thicker than ever.
The trees look as they do in winter, the
branches stripped of their leaves; while
the roads and fences are lined with
the pests. Did I tell you I was very
fond of flowers? I am exceedingly, I
generally have plants in any school room
through the summer, as it mars the
cheerlessness of the school house in
some degree. This morning I have just
gotten some new ones, the others are
thriving beautifully.

You asked for my picture. You would
rue the day you made that request if
you could see me. They are deceiving
and flattering in one respect, however, for I
have naturally that most beautiful of
all hair, "red", or as some say "auburn."
Am I throwing stones while living in
a glass house? if so, pardon. I have no
photos at present, but intend having
some if I can find an artist who is