Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967)

However, I feel the need of coming “down to date” and accordingly yesterday I reconstructed the “Friendly Road” of 1942—and have enlarged it from 25x21 to 32 x 45—
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There seem to be many more tiger swallow-tails this year than usual. Gorgeous creatures, they are to be seen everywhere, making dazzling effect on wild iris, lavender lilacs, and pink roses. Yesterday two of them staged several battles in mid-air, over the procession of the wild iris clump, a fine sight, and a struggle that seemed to be without injury to either parties.
Altho the apple blossoms have long ago vanished, there are occasional orioles to be heard.
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Planted snapdragons, chrysanthemums, salpiglossis & verbenas, the latter after supper. A cool wind from the east bringing promise of rain.
B & A & I to Maxing to see “Gung Ho”— A strong picture.
June 14—
Dark & cool, the sky heavily overcast, quiet heavy rain at times. The air is fine.