Glennis Rickert to Bloomsburg State Normal School Professor (Mrs. J. K. Miller), February 21, 1919, Letter and Envelope.

Transcript: Angers, France Private G.H. Rickert. B. H. 85 A.P.O. 733 France 96 American Red Cross Hut. Friday February 21, 1919. My dear Mrs. Muller, Imagine, if you can, my surprise when I saw the return address of the upper left hand corner of the letter I received this morning. And it was so enjoyable and delightful, taking me for a time far from this bit of historic France to the scenes which I loved so well. You may be assured that your letter did its bit and relived, revived and gave enjoyment to one who needed it. Your letter was one of three that came for me, each one of which in its own may brought a breath and of the dear U.S.A., a glimpse of the writer. Also- they prepared me for the examination which I underwent. Good omens of the future - for the examining physician marked me for transportation to the States. So today, I am happy because of things hoped for. This is my fifth month in the hospital, during the last two I have had charge of the Red Cross hut. This is about as large as the B.S.N.S. gym. In it is space for writing, reading, etc. A large stage up front affords a fine setting for the various A.E.F. shows which arrive. We have a splendid library. This I put into operation; catalogued, indexed and carded. Miss Isom, the A.L.A. representative, complimented me on its condition as well as upon the number of books in patients’ hands. Her report on the library she promised to send me as a souvenir de France. In France, I have met very few old friends but made quite a few new ones. As a study of types, France has interested me. The people, their homes, customs and methods of living are so different than ours and by comparison afford much food for thought. Oh! The American doughboy has been broadened although he doesn’t realize this himself. Saturday- the city in which Base 85 is situated is one of the most famous in France. One of the Caesar’s lieutenants fought a battle near here. The Dukes of Anjou, who made history for France and England, had built a wonderful Chateau and this is finely preserved. The cathedral is of the 13th century, many of the houses are of a similar period. One day last week, I even went into the Bishop’s palace and here it to be seen a collection of tapestries of 13th to 17th centuries. These are remarkable for their color and the intricacy of design. Pierpont Morgan considered this collection one of the world’s greatest. I myself am taking every possible chance to see and learn. Will you please remember me to the folks I knew at Normal? I think often of you all. Very many thanks for your letter. It is so good to get such pleasant surprises. Sincerely, Glennis H. Rickert. - Name: Private G. H. Rickert. B.H. 85. A.P.O. 733. France c/o A.R.C.Hat. Harry Kline. Mrs. John E.A. Miller, B.S.N.S., Bloomsburg, Pa. U.S.A.