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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One undated greeting card from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff. A Christmas card featuring green bells and evergreen.

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[Postcard of Glamour Girl Atlantic City]

One blank postcard featuring a pin-up girl lounging on the beach, it reads, "I Am Looking For You Here In Atlantic City N.J."

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[World War II letters of Leonard Eugene Graeff of Harrisburg Pennsylvania] [Decimalized .001-.602]

672 items, primarily letters from and to Leonard Eugene Graeff. Many of the letters are between him and his parents Raymond James Graeff and Susan Prowell Graeff. The items date from 1937 to 1963 with the bulk of the material from 1942-1945. The...

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The Navy Sings

One document entitled The Navy Sings dated circa 1940-1945. The document is a list of lyrics to various naval songe. The songs are; Here Comes the Navy, Over the Seas, Navy Hymn, God Bless America, Stout Hearted Men, Marine Hymn, Marching Along...

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Servicemen's Map of the United States

One map entitles Servicemen's Map of the United States. This map includes detailed pictorial descriptions of the ranks in the Army, Navy and Marine service. It also includes the different division insignia. The map is of the continental United States...

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[Postcard of outside Hotel Racine]

One blank postcard featuring an image of Hotel Racine on Lake Michigan, Racine, Wisconsin.

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[Postcard of Pin-up Girl]

One blank postcard featuring a pin-up girl sitting on a legde, it reads, "A Gal in My Postion Can't Wait Forever (Why Don't you Call?)"

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[Instructions for Leave]

One document entitled Instructions. Lists the rules for sailors who want to take furlough and what is needed to apply on the rear of the document Leonard has filled out his information including his regiment, battalion, and company. Included is his...

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to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One undated V-Mail letter from Richard Miller to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff. Features an image of men and women in uniform celebrating Christmas. It reads "Greetings From Britian."

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[Postcard of Bar inside Hotel Racine]

One blank postcard featuring an image of the Mandalay lounge and Bar inside the Hotel Racine, Racine, Wisconsin.

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[Postcard of a Pin-up Girl]

One blank postcard featuring a pin-up girl lounging on a red sofa.

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Instructions for Recruits

One document entitled Instructions for Recruits. A general instruction sheet for all men who are going into the Navy prior to training. It includes what can be taken when they head to training as well as general information on clothing.

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to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One undated letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 31, 1937. Susan details going to a reunion that had good attendance, singing, and speakers. She asks Leonard to thank Jessie for a waffle recipe and a...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff, Susan Prowell Graeff, and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff, Susan Prowell Graeff, and Raymond James Graeff dated October 3, 1938. Jessie writes about Leonard's accident. She encourages him to keep his chin up and think of the other fellow who is much...

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[Note to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

One note from Frank to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 29, 1938. Frank writes to Leonard, "I would like to visit you but Daddy works every Sat." Written on Old Hartford Insurance Company paper.

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[Sketch sent to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

A sketch of a jack-o-lantern. Labeled as "Jackolantern." Drawn with crayon, on the back of a Montgomery County Highway Department time sheet form.

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[Note and sketches to Leonard Eugene Graeff] [Decimalized .01-.03]

One note from Frank to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 29, 1938, and two crayon sketches of a jack-o-lantern and a cat. Sent in one envelope.

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[Sketch sent to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

A sketch of a black cat. Labeled "Cat." Drawn in crayon, on the back of Montgomery County Highway Department time sheet form.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated December 14, 1938. Jessie writes to Leonard and is glad he is feeling better after his accident. She updates him on Robert's tonsils and adenoids removal and remarks the children are still...

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[Legal and bank documents of Leonard Eugene Graeff] [Decimalized .01-.06]

Four items regarding the Workers Compensation case of "Leonard Eugene Graeff (Claimant) v. Postal Telegraph-Cable Co. (Defendant)." There are two cashed checks to Leonard Eugene Graeff from Susan Prowell Graeff, dated January 26, 1959 and January 14...

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From One in a Million

One pamphlet entitled From One in a Million sent by Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated 1942. This pamphlet is folded into the shape of an envelope. When opened the inside of the pamphlet folds out into a long strip. The contents of the...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 28, 1939. Jessie writes Leonard it is fine for him to visit next week. He can get a ride with Hollis who should be getting out of work around 5 pm. She requests Leonard bring "some...

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Referee's Notice of Hearing Leonard E. Graeff (Claimant) v. Postal Telegraph-Cable Co. (Defendant)

One petition entitled, "Referee's Notice of Hearing Leonard E. Graeff (Claimant) v. Postal Telegraph-Cable Co. (Defendant)" Petition 79,061, dated March 2, 1939. The document relays that the claim petition will be heard by Thomas Lawly, referee, on...

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[Sketch to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

One sketch signed Robert dated March 7, 1939. A sketch of the Rocky Mountains with compass points. The second side of the letter has a smiley face. Drawn in pencil. Labeled "Intriguing" and signed "Robert" in Jessie Hollis handwriting.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One postcard from Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry Bureau of Workmen's Compensation to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated April 10, 1939. The postcard acknowledges Leonard's claim petition and assigns it No. 80,320, and the assigned referee is...

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[Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department Of Labor And Industry Workmen's Compensation Board Harrisburg, Petition 80,320]

One petition entitled, "Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department Of Labor And Industry Workmen's Compensation Board Harrisburg" Petition 80,320, dated May 26, 1939. The document states that Homer L. Kreide, Esq. appeared on behalf of the claimant and...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One document from John R. Forquato to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated June 9, 1939. Document details the compensation offered to Leonard in the workers compensation case against the Postal Telegraph-Cable Company. The decision of referee Thomas Lawly is...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 25, 1939. Jessie updates Leonard about her children. Viola, and Frank Jr. visited her last week and have taken Robert and Dennis with them when they left. She plans to go visit Viola...

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The Berkshire Hotel

One blank postcard. Features The Berkshire Hotel in Chicago Illinois.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One greeting card from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated February 12, 1940. Depicts a "lovebug" piercing two hearts with an arrow. The inside of the Valentine's Day card is blank.

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[Stamp]

One stamp detached from the original letter circa 1941-1945.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter From Richard C. Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated March 11, 1941. Richard updates Leonard on his work driving trucks. He is sorry that Leonard and a woman named Rose did not get along. He asks how his own love interest has described...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One postcard from Dick Arnold to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated April 17, 1941.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated April 29, 1941. Jessie is anticipating Leonard's visit. She mentions that an unnamed female he mailed a card is happy to expect him as well.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard C. Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated May 28, 1941. Richard is glad that Leonard and "little Jeannie" are getting along. He missed an opportunity to eat dinner with a girl he met at a dance due to his job at the post...

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[Selective Service Card]

One undated cut postcard addressed to Leonard Eugene Graeff. A large section of the card has been cut out. What remains is a notice of the right to appeal. A GPO number is present on the lower right corner: 16-31524-2. Enclosed with five other items...

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A Guide to the Insignia of the Army - Navy Marine Corpss and Coast Guard.

One tri-folded pamphlet entitled "A Guide to the Insignia of the Army - Navy Marine Corps and Coast Guard." by the American Express company dated circa 1942-1945. Features visual list of the insignia and rank of the Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One postcard from Wayne Stouffer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 19, 1942. Written at Camp Wheeler.

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One note from Wayne Stouffer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 19, 1942. Note is Wayne Stouffers address. Written at Camp Wheeler

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard C. Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated May 25, 1942. Richard notes he is running a "Syncopation" show on base. He justifies his irregularity in answering letters because "ladies first." He invites Leonard to Petersburg...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard C. Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 1, 1942. Richard relays that life has changed now that he is in a service unit. In addition to listing extracurricular activities he notes the large number of vaccinations. He...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard C. Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 21, 1942. Richard informs Leonard he is in England but cannot reveal his exact location. He crossed the ocean on a boat to get there and is enjoying experiencing the British...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 22, 1942. Robert checks in on Leonard and informs him that he is a member of a Quartermaster Battalion. His job is to make sure all trucks have gasoline. Robert notes he...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 26, 1942. Robert inquires if three letters were delivered. He details his job of filling trucks with gasoline in battle. In addition his battalion is training in combat...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One document sent by Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 26, 1942. Contatins a list of Airplane designations. Written at Camp Forrest .

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One document sent by Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 26, 1942. A handwritten copy of the Duties of a Sentry. Written at Camp Forrest

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 31, 1942. Robert is glad to hear Leonard is doing well. He recounts life on base. Includes ten mile runs in the rain and mud, picking up leaves, and sowing grass seed. Robert...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated November 8, 1942. Robert received a letter from Leonard and is responding. Robert is indifferent towards being in the infantry. He asks Leonard to "Tell those girls to drop a line...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated November 8, 1942. Robert has been transferred to the "doughboy" outfit of the army. He hopes to receive a furlough in December. He asks Leonard how the women are treating him. He...

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