Family opposition was intense. An older sister, prominent in county affairs, conspired with the mayor and had Uncle Talmadge arrested.
با این حال ،‏ عمه‌ام ،‏ ماری که فقط سه سال از من بزرگ‌تر بود ،‏ کتاب مقدّس و نشریات مسیحی را پذیرفت .‏