Exhibit:

Frank Jermyn's Commonplace Book

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This is the Commonplace Book of Frank Jermyn. Edititorial commentary provided by Ethan Smith.

Images in this Exhibit

A poem by Gertrude Lorimer published in The Woodcut

Frank’s Commentary:

I must admit, I am quite proud that Gertude was published in The Woodcut. And she earned it, I would say. She works quite hard to keep everything running smoothly, and yet she still finds time to write. I don’t know that I would be able to keep up with it all! Gertrude seemed quite pleased when I showed it to her, as were Phyllis and Lucy. Of course, Gertrude was also a touch melancholy, but that is not unreasonable given how many other pieces she tried to get published before this one. Regardless, I do hope that she will continue to write in the future...
An engraving from the Graphic

Frank’s Commentary: 

I was reading the newspaper today and I came across this picture in the paper. I have to say that I quite like it. Of course, the subject matter is a little grim, but the engraving itself is wonderfully done. I particularly like the reflection work done in the water; it looks very nice. It’s indicative of the attention to detail in the picture. I wonder if I could reach out to the artist and compare techniques? I would certainly appreciate the opportunity to see if I couldn’t improve my own art. The contents of the picture are also quite good, and I would be...
A picture of Cornwall

Frank’s Commentary:

I got a letter from my parents today, and they sent this wonderful picture with it. They thought I could use a reminder of home, and since I had mentioned the Lorimer Sisters and their business in my last letter, they thought a picture would be nice. I have to agree, and I think I shall have it framed. It is rather nice to have something to remind me of home. It has been far too long since I last visited. I should make plans to visit soon. I wonder if Lucy or her sisters would like to visit Cornwall and meet my parents? I should ask next time I go over. They...