"The Kansas City Star" (Missouri) Saturday, March 26, 1904 Gardiner LATHROP was at Nice, France, on March 11. At that time he was in good health and spirits. He is homeward bound, after pleasant experiences in the Far East. In a letter to a Kansas City friend he writes: "I have just received my first two Stars since I left home, and they have done me more good, I think, than all my travels. After circling the globe I am working my way homeward a more devoted American and a more loyal Kansas Cityan than ever." (Note: the "Star" he refers to is the newspaper.) ====================================================== (I have no connection with this family but I'd appreciate knowing if you found this posting helpful.) johnobrien@kc.rr.com ======================================================