...former clerk. Grudgingly, George Howard finally wrote a curt note to his son-in-law in November of 1878: "I am disposed to 'bury the hatchet' and to be friendly...this should meet your approval you can let me know." Eight days later, Lucy gave birth to Charles Howard Candler, who was always known by his middle name....

...until his daughter gave birth to the first of five children. He then wrote a terse note to Candler: "Sir — I am disposed to 'bury the hatchet' and to...be friendly in the future — if this should meet with your approval you can let me know."3 The young couple accepted the offer and did their part to...