Miriam Van Waters Papers. Reformatory for Women at Framingham, 1876-1970. Subseries 3. Student correspondence, 1936-1971, n.d. Correspondence: B, 1947-1948. A-71, folder 277. Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.

Indenture Folder File

Dear Dr. Van Waters

I recieved your beautiful letter to day and I thank your very much for the check.

Yes Dr. I received my uniform + apron, and the boys got there overall's too and they fit them alright.

Well Dr. I finally found a good size fire engine with a bell on it for my son. Little George + I went shopping this afternoon, we had a nice afternoon.

I am going to start saving my money for a devorce.

Don't worry Dr. I will try to be as good behavior so you will have good reports about me.

I gave each of the children a big hug + kiss for you. I gave George a special big hug + kiss from his Granny.

God bless you + Mother and keep you both in good health. Res. yours Helen Brown

Miss [Groen?] Please return Nice thank you [Bg 1?]

Indenture File

REFORMATORY FOR WOMEN DEC 17 1947 FRAMINGHAM

Dr. Van Waters

Just a few lines to let you know that I am fine.

I didn't get around to go down town this week, to look for a good size fire engine with bells on it for my Son John. Hope when I go down town I will be able to find one for him. It makes me feel good to make my children happy on Xmas morning by sending them gifts.

We've been having good weather so far, it hasn't been really cold yet. It's been just the right kind of weather for the children to enjoy.

The children are fine except for a little head cold, outside of that there in very good health and plenty lively.

I guess that's all I can think of to write. God Bless you Dr. + your Dear Mother and keep you both in good health.

Respectivaly Yours.

Helen [E.?] Brown.

Indenture Helen Brown File

11/23/47

REFORMATORY FOR WOMEN NOV 25 1947 FRAMINGHAM

Dr. Van Waters,

Just a few lines to let you know that I like my Job very much. I don't know how to thank you Dr. for getting me this J job. I am Trying to work hard so I can please Mrs. Hilderbrandt. You don't have to worry about me Dr., I will do the right thing.

I like the children, they keep me busy, and they keep me from [worring?] and thinking to much.

I hope your dear mother is getting along alright. I say a little prayer for her every night, asking God to help her along.

Well Dr. I guess I'll close my letter, thanking you again for helping me get this job. Please excuse my writing as I'm not such a fancy writer.

[Respectivily?] Yours. Helen [E.?] Brown.