Today in History:

October 23, 1863

Cloudy. Left home for my mountain land, taking with me six little girls, some my grandchildren. They were a merry lot and made me feel better. I had taken an open spring wagon, filled it with hay and spread a buffalo robe over it. We left about three for home and all had a fine time, except for the heavy shower of rain. We were well provided with umbrellas and shawls. I think all will remember that day of merriment. Those in our party were: Betty Eyster, Ellie Heyser, Mary Eyster, Nellie Eyster, Ellie Eyster, Georgie Shuman. Spent the evening reading and writing.