James E. Homans, editor

“ Haldeman's physical embodiment seemed a fitting abode; for the rare spirit within. Her countenance glowed with the joy of living and of hours spent daily in God's out-of-doors, her blue-gray eyes were ever alight with jollity and sympathy and her laugh was as infectious as irresistible — her entire personality was that of a big, joyous soul. Young with the youth which years cannot age, she drew all near her, from every walk of life within the radius of her influence, and held them her devoted friends. ”

“ One could only marvel at the self-control which seemed to be the index of a perfect inner harmony. Strength and decision she had, without waste or flurry, and she impressed all who knew her as a person whose soul was at peace with itself. ”

“ Haldeman found in club life an avenue of constant usefulness, both for enthusiastic study and loyal friendships. She early appreciated the value of women's clubs and magnified it. She was a member of the Ladies' Reading Club of Girard for more than twenty years, of the City Federation and State Federation of Women's Clubs. In 1901 she organized the Twentieth Century Club of Girard and a similar club in a neighboring town. She was president of the third district, Kansas Federation of Women's Clubs, 1900-01 ”