Waning Road Trip - March 1939 - Part Five

Margaret and James Waning about 1936

So by March 24th it appears that the trip is winding down.  The Wanings go on to visit the city of San Francisco and a family friend.  While there is no written documentation of their return journey, based on the postcards they purchased, they travelled via Mt. Shasta and Castle Crags.

Golden Gate International Exposition

"Mar 24, 1939

Dear Folks,

Everything is in such a muddle I can't think of anything to tell.  This scene is more beautiful than the picture.  The tower can be seen from any place on the island.  We are going to see San F. today & Aunt Ethel tomorrow.

Jim and Marg."

  San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge

The following postcard was written by Margaret Upton Waning and addressed to her mother-in-law.  Laddy was the young couple's black Scotty dog.

"Hope Laddie has been a good boy.  Our feet & legs are tired from 3 1/2 days of tramping.  Today we are going to explore S.F. and see Mel Vinter's "Feminine Fancies".  Be home before long.

Dear Mom,

Isn't this some bridge?  We haven't been clear across it yet, will tomorrow when we go to see Aunt Ethel.  Jim & I sure wish you could see the flowers & lighting effect - worth coming to see - if you didn't see anything else.

Love,

Margaret"

Mt. Shasta

Castle Crags