Bruce Shanks (1908-1980)

[inscription reads] " was not asleep. Nor could I say I was awake. / Patriotism is little better the race prejudice. A little patriotism will go a long way. / Sept 15, 1914 / A clear cool morning! / Glitter-laden breeze as it twinkles thru (sic) the sunshine scattering poplars, is inspiring. It is still from the south-east. / Sparkling sun-bloated or inflated air. / Sky streaky & whisp-smeared. Stringy sky at evening. The glitter of leaves has been spun "