This letter was written shortly after the birth of Frank and Ocllo's first child, Frances. In it Frank expresses love and admiration for his wife and new daughter, who are away from home. A transcript of the letter is included.
In this letter to Ocllo Boykin, Eleanor Roosevelt reschedules their luncheon date. The president was to give a speech before Congress on the original date.
Frank wrote this letter to his wife and children while at work in Washington, D.C. He discusses his legislative activity, mentions notable visitors and colleagues, and explains upcoming business deals.
In this letter Frank discusses an upcoming trip to the southwestern United States. There he will attend to business matters and meet with fellow congressmen, but he also intends to relax and hunt.
This letter was written while Bob Boykin was in the Army Air Forces during World War II. In it he urges his father to relax and recuperate. Bob appreciates Frank's desire to provide for the family, but he fears that too much work will kill him.
Ruth Graham, wife of Billy Graham, wrote this letter to Mrs. Boykin after a trip to Washington, D.C. In it she thanks the Boykins for their gifts and hospitality.
In this letter to his two granddaughters, Frank discusses their weekly allowance and asks about their plans for the summer. He also mentions pictures taken by Bill Shrout, a photographer for the Saturday Evening Post.
This letter was written after the Boykins' friends Ward and Frances McFarland moved to Tuscaloosa from Mobile. In it Frank expresses admiration for Frances and her husband and sends regrets for not seeing her during a recent visit.
In this letter to his granddaughter, Frank sends news of friends and family and mentions current events such as football at the University of Alabama and segregation in Arkansas.
In this letter to her parents, Frances thanks them for their hospitality and generosity during the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C.
This letter gives the details for the upcoming National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., where Frances's daughter Ocllo will represent Alabama in the parade.