02455cam a22003493u 4500 2677 UtSlPG 20260610133101.0 m cr n 260607r2001||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F516 Durham, Andrew Everett, 1882-1954 Epistles from Pap: Letters from the man known as 'The Will Rogers of Indiana' Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2001 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2001-06-01 "Epistles from Pap: Letters from the man known as 'The Will Rogers of Indiana'" by Andrew E. Durham is a collection of correspondence written in the early to mid-20th century. The book showcases the life of Andrew Everett Durham, a prominent Indiana politician, attorney, and speaker, often referred to as a regional equivalent of Will Rogers due to his engaging storytelling and humor. Through the letters, readers can expect insights into Durham's wit, personal anecdotes, reflections on politics, and observations about everyday life in Indiana during his era. At the start of this compilation, we are introduced to Andrew E. Durham's background, detailing his upbringing, education, and political career, including his tenures in the Indiana House and Senate. The opening letters reflect his experiences as a young man at a military academy, his correspondence with family members discussing life events, and humorous commentary on both personal and political matters. These initial letters reveal his character and writing style, showcasing a blend of humor, candid opinions, and a genuine fondness for his family and community, setting the stage for a rich exploration of his life and times through his humor-laced observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Durham, Andrew Everett, 1882-1954 -- Correspondence Legislators -- Indiana -- Correspondence Lobbyists -- Indiana -- Correspondence Indiana -- Politics and government -- 20th century Durham, J. Frank, 1915-2011 Hay, Douglas (Douglas N.) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2677 44754 44754