24 October 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes of his hopes for leave at some point in the middle of the following year. He informs Estelle of his jealousy of "Stan".

GLC09120.527

26 October 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond expresses jealousy of a man named "Dick". He then discusses the "troubles" that Lt. Buchner had "with his wife, children and the "other" man." Sidney tells Estelle that, although he does not know what will happen to him before his return, all he wants is her happiness. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.528

27 October 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond expresses his longing for Estelle. He writes, "I wish I knew where I'll be going after the war - I wish I could be sure - sure of something - anything - I feel so insecure - " Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.530

2 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes a fake memo entitled "Love", addressed to "Commanding Officeress Sid-Stella combat team". Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.534

3 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Typed letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond instructs Estelle to "Save some room when you go to sleep…I'm paying you a visit tonight…I'll be beside you…" Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.535

3 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond addresses the letter to his "murderer", and proceeds to joke about having found a pin in the fruitcake sent to him. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.536

8 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond discusses the "problem facing all of the present" being that of adjustment: "adjustment of wills, adjustment of claims, adjustment of hiking corsets and adjustment of returning soldiers." Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.539

14 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes about how much he longs for Estelle. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.541

16 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond thanks Estelle and her family for everything that they send to him. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.542

18 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond begs Estelle not to live alone. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.544

10 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes that the smell of Estelle's "hair, powder" is "causing a glow within". Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.545

21 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond instructs Estelle to go out that evening, and pretend that he is with her. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.546

23 November 1944

Spero, Estelle, fl. 1942

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sidney Diamond

Thanksgiving card sent from Estelle to Sidney, in which she writes that she is giving thanks for Sidney: "for the past we have had together and for the future to be." He adds in the note, "To Us!!!", and then signs his name.

GLC09120.547

18 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond apologizes for not being able to write more, explaining that it is simply impossible, but reassures Estelle that there is "no need to fret." Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific photocopy

GLC09120.550

19 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond tells Estelle that she is in his heart continuously. Sidney states that the fact that he has not received any letters in weeks has only made him realize the importance of their correspondence. He writes: "Take care of yourself and have all the joy and pleasure you desire of life - Miss nothing." Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific photocopy

GLC09120.551

25 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes, "It is difficult at present to be the cold, the practical…I cannot say where we are, what we are doing, what we will do - There's been so much between us unsaid and undone - So much of our lives missed - " He instructs Estelle that, whatever happens, she should "be happy". He continues: "…get everything we would have liked - fill your life - - (er - only keep my little niche open - so if I ever get home - I'll know there's one place waiting for me - - my corner of the world - Let it be a small alcove in your heart…" Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.552

27 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond mentions that he had run into someone he had trained with in Edgewood. He recalls his first meeting with Estelle. Written en route to the Philippines

GLC09120.554

28 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is surprised by the Washington postmark on Sylvia's letters. Moe says that sometimes reading her letters is like beginning in the middle of a book and he must somehow fill in the gaps. Moe says he still wants to see Paris.

GLC09414.1237

2 November 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has decided to go to town on his afternoon off. He has gotten the details of her trip to Washington now. He also recalls the last Sunday they spent at Davy and Lil's.

GLC09414.1242

9 July 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad there was nothing wrong with Sylvia's throat. He feels he is cheating her with her short letters. He reminds her about the pen paint he asked for. He pictures them all in beach chairs having a good time.

GLC09414.1135

10 July 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe enclosed a 2 franc note as a souvenir. He changed his mind about having Hy make him a radio since Jack's works now. He reassures Sylvia that he takes very good care of himself, especially his skin.

GLC09414.1136

11 July 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letter in which she says she is feeling blue. He also describes the sycamore trees.

GLC09414.1137

12 July 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Marty has been gone for the week with a colonel. He doesn't know what he was doing but suspects he acted as an interpreter.

GLC09414.1138

14 July 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia's father went into the hospital as it was probably the best thing to do. He recalls the day they drove down from Quebec and what a lovely day it was.

GLC09414.1139

14 July 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is surprised that Sylvia's father is keeping her brother in the dark about his condition. He writes that he hopes the American public will wake up now and realize they are at war. He is glad the Warsaw battle did not go unnoticed.

GLC09414.1140