The Motor Maids by Palm and Pine

"The Motor Maids by Palm and Pine" by Katherine Stokes is an early 1900s story that tells of the Motor Maids’ fun-filled quest to Florida for an Easter vacation. Led by Wilhelmina Campbell, the young women set out from a dull West Haven to the exciting Palm Beach. Protected by Mr. Duncan Campbell, Wilhelmina's father, and the mysterious Mr. Ignatius Donahue, the girls travel by private rail, receiving gifts. They travel in their car, the Comet. When they arrive, they are greeted by their host and his team, including a chauffeur named Edward. As their journey continues, the narrative explores themes of friendship and joyful youth, while also addressing the problems of the vacation, which leads to growth.