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Heading to Tokyo

Letter transcription:

Dear David –

Sun. the 19^th. We have just checked out at Reef Hotel and have to wait a little while for transportation to airport. Our plane leaves at 5:20 – We have to be there for customs inspection by 4:30 – the Gray line will come for us at 4:00. We had to check out at 2:00 or pay for half a day (to stay in room another 2 hrs.) so decided to wait in lobby. It is so pleasant here I don’t mind at all, and will get some letters written besides.

We went out to Dick Ward’s again yesterday afternoon – or I should say he came here and picked us up in his car. We took a short tour of Bishop Museum, then went to their home for dinner. They like to play bridge, so after the children were in bed we had a bridge session. They are so far away from any relatives they seemed to enjoy our visit, last Sunday & yesterday.

We had three letters when we returned from outer island tour yesterday – yours, one from Art & one from Janssens. All told the same story – that there had been a blizzard and 1500 people stranded in Kentland. Art sent us a picture he had taken of the snow piled up at 3^rd & Graham. It is hard to believe there could be that kind of weather anywhere, sitting here enjoying the sunshine and balmy breezes.

We enjoyed our tour of outer islands very much. It is hard to believe there were so many people taking vacations, but we met quite a few.

We attended First Methodist Church this morning. There are two services and we attended the 11:00 a.m. We were trying to get all of our packing done so didn’t get to earliest service. We sent a package home and when to get to Indonesia I think we will give some of Dad’s pants to John. Dad doesn’t like the tight look – so we will have some made to suit his tastes in H.K. [Hong Kong].

We will arrive in Tokyo – according to plane ticket at 9:30 tonight – after losing a few hours and one day – we will leave here Sun. & arrive there Monday although it is just a 7 hour flight.

Love Mother

We have two days in Tokyo before to go on an out of town tour.

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Rainbow Falls

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Dear David:

I am writing on plane – we are going back to Honolulu to pack for departure to Japan tomorrow. This outer island junket has been very refreshing. The weather here is just about perfect. I haven’t used hand lotion since we have been here. We are going out to see the Dick Wards this evening. Love Mother

P.S. I just rec’d your letter.

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Capt. Cook’s Monument

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Dear David –

We are on our way to Island of Kauai – we are told it is the most picturesque. Spent last night at King K. Hotel. Took a boat cruise this morning and saw Capt. Cook monument and rode in glass bottom boat. Saw coral formations. We are having a wonderful trip and have met a lot of friendly people.

Love Mother

Captain Cook National Landmark in Kauai, Hawaii

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Writing on the Plane

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Dear David –

We are flying from Maui to Hawaii so this is a little bumpy at times. The orchids here are so plentiful we saw some growing in a yard today. In spite of all the movement we are getting a good rest and I have gained 3 1/2 lbs since leaving home. Will write you a letter later.

Mother

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Reef Hotel

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Letter transcription:

Monday Jan. 13 – 1964

Dear David –

We went to the oldest protestant church on the island yesterday – Central Union Congregational. We visited Shirley’s brother & family in the afternoon and evening. We are really enjoying the climate. I thought you would be interested in this newspaper sheet. We are about ready to go out here in Honolulu on our own today. Will begin outer island tours tomorrow. Will be back here Friday and leave for Japan Sat.

Love Mother

Shirley’s Brother

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Dear David –

We have had one tour in Hawaii. Attended church at the oldest church – Central Union Congregational – today. This afternoon Shirley’s brother came for us and we spent the afternoon and evening with them. They have 4 children. I showed them the slides of family, Becky & Kirk. They enjoying seeing their cousins. We start Outer Island tour Tuesday. Leave for Japan the 19th.

Love Mother

The Grand Tour

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Itinerary, p. 1

In January 1964, Dr. and Mrs. Yegerlehner left Kentland for a three-month tour of the world. While Roscoe served during WWII, he often wrote of his desire to enjoy the exotic places with Gladys; the beauty surrounding him was wasted on a bunch of stag men. It took a couple of decades, but Roscoe and Gladys did eventually see the world. Avid travelers in their later years, they ventured to every continent, I believe, except Antarctica. A few mementos of their travels still remain in my possession. Roscoe and Gladys took many photographs during their journey. As I continue to scan and organize their collection of slides, look for the occasional photograph to illustrate their letters.

According to their itinerary, Roscoe and Gladys began the tour by flying out of Chicago to Los Angeles, then headed first to Hawaii. What a warm treat for the Indiana couple, escaping the throes of winter!

As part of the trip, Roscoe and Gladys would travel to Indonesia where they would spend almost two weeks visiting John. The travel agency prepared a list of stops and addresses for Mark and David so they could write letters to their parents.

Gladys sent David a postcard after they arrived in Hawaii:

Dear David –
We had a smooth flight. Received traditional welcome of leis and kisses. At hotel a mistake had been made about our room, so manager put us in a Penthouse on top floor with view of Pacific – Diamond Head and about half of Honolulu. Could see a show around swimming pool from our balcony. Had to move to own room this a.m. – nice while it lasted. We are taking tour of Oahu today. Will visit Shirley’s brother & family tomorrow. Nothing planned for Mon. but take outer Island tour. Tues.-Wed.-Thurs.-Fri.-Sat. then start for Tokyo. We are really relaxing and enjoying this 76 temp.
Love Mother