Jan 5, 1884 Saturday At 5 o'clock in the morning was the coldest that I have ever experienced, the thermometers ranging in the thirties below zero. Fr. Feb 22 1884 Friday Last day of my 16th term of school, finish my fifth term in the Stockton district making 27 months in all. Ed came up and made us a visit of a few days on the following week. March 26, 1884 Wednesday We moved to Stanberry occupying part of Mr. Fisher's house, and renting our place to Samuel Stevenson., I reserved seven acres to put in potatoes. My object was to raise a crop of potatoes and also assist Mr. Fisher while not working for myself. July 4, 1884 Friday We attended the celebration in the grove east of town. There was a large crowd in attendance and the usual programme of races and shooting. Fire-works at night. Aug 21 1884 Thursday Borrowed Bud's horse and rode down to my old home in DeKalb on a visit. Found the "Teacher's Institute" in session at Maysville and was present on Friday and Saturday. Attended a pic-nic in Beatty's grove on Tuesday. Returned home on the following Thursday. Stopped about 4 hours at King City owing to the excessive heat. and also owing to the picnic held there that day. Heard A M. Dockery M. C. make a speech. Saw a number of my old acquaintances. ++++++++++++ Note: Bud was E. F. Lilly, his bro-in-law.