Typed copy of a letter from Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn in Philadelphia to her father, Dr. George R. Starkey. Gerturde received Starkey’s note with arbutus this morning. Paul and Dora looked for arbutus at the Park yesterday, but they think it will be two weeks before it blooms. Gertrude continues to hear good things about her confirmation, and she is very glad she had the service. She reports that their doctrinal class was well attended this morning, and that interest in the Dickens party remains unabated. She was up until 2 a.m. last night following a very enjoyable evening of dancing in a pleasant hall with agreeable people, fine music, and handsome dressing. She knew four or five gentlemen besides Frank, and she danced everything except for the last waltz. Nothing is particularly new in the Starkey family- Dora has her ups and downs, Ned stuck his thumbnail into his cheek, and Gertrude had a little sore throat. Mother received a letter from Aunt Em today; They want one of the Starkey’s to travel to California with Mr. Ewing in September and come back with them to Centennial. Names mentioned: Paul (Pauline Starkey Wells), Dora (Theodora Starkey Smith), the Dickens, Frank, Ned (Edward Starkey), Aunt Em (Emeline Skelton Tripp?), Mr. Ewing Places mentioned: Cal. (California), Centennial