25 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he has not heard from Jimmie in a while, and asks after Mad, Alfred and Alice. He also asks about Sylvia's ration points.

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26 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his first aid lesson.

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27 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe inquired after a Mildred Goldsmith at the Senator Hotel. He is sorry Sylvia didn't get to see Leslie. This letter is missing pages.

GLC09414.0711

28 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe spent the day cleaning and unloading the trailer. He is glad Sylvia is not letting her family get to her.

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29 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is staying in a hotel because he got an overnight pass into town. He responds to Sylvia's letters and thanks her for the sketch of their living room as it really made him feel like he was home.

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30 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe's roommates are on a date so he is free to write to Sylvia. He said they have not yet given out ratings in their platoon, but when they do he hopes he will be made a T-4. He believes more soldiers should be educated as to what this war is about.

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30 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is still in town, he went out to eat and met a nice couple. They went to the movies together.

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31 May 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

It is Memorial Day and they have been given the day off. Moe used the time to rest and to write to Sylvia. He comments that she is becoming quite the executive, herself.

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1 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he has to learn to nurse his salary until the end of the month. He also mentions that there is not much to do now and they are just marking time.

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2 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he heard a song they have sung many times together; "There's a Long, Long Trail Awinding."

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3 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe doesn't think the drawing Joe made of Sylvia looks much like her. He is still awaiting the ratings for his platoon. He agrees that Mad should get a divorce, and mentions that he is annoyed by Hy and Ann.

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4 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is writing from the Red Cross Recreation Center, but he will be moving soon. This letter is missing pages.

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4 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the movies, and reminds Sylvia to write Benoit again. He also acknowledges that they are both missing each other more with each passing day. This letter is missing pages.

GLC09414.0721

5 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe will be moving out shortly, he says there are nine service areas and that they have been attached to the ninth service command.

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7 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the recent move. He also draws a picture of the pyramid like tents they are sleeping in.

GLC09414.0723

8 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his first day at Fort Lewis. This letter is missing pages.

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9 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his sleeping quarters as a steel bunk, with two sheets. He also says that there is a theater and the mess hall is right across from the barracks. He chides Sylvia for writing to him at such late hours, and discusses the tomato plants at home.

GLC09414.0725

10 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has just heard furloughs will begin shortly, but warns Sylvia not get her hopes up high because anything could happen. He understands that it is difficult to make ends meet and tells her to begin an aggressive anti-mosquito campaign since they are already biting her.

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11 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his work in the clothing repair warehouse today. He says he prefers Fort Lewis to Salem because now they are given something to do every day and they are always done by 4:30pm. He is very excited about the possibility of furlough and addresses Sylvia's concern that he may be shipped to Alaska.

GLC09414.0727

12 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asked his father for $125 in case he does get furlough. He is increasingly confident that it will happen, and says he will let Sylvia know as soon as possible.

GLC09414.0728

13 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has heard that Sammy will be in competition with Dad as far as business is concerned. He says Sammy "cares more about furthering his own end than others." He tells Sylvia to wait to see Alvin until she has seen Moe first. He suggests they see a good Russian movie when he gets home.

GLC09414.0729

14 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is excited about tomorrow when he will take the train to New York. He also finally heard from Jim who is in North Africa. He thanks Sylvia for sending the rambler rose from their bush at home.

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28 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has arrived in Chicago, where he will catch the connecting train back. He wants Sylvia to tell Pepi that he saw Herbert. He is writing from the Library Lounge.

GLC09414.0731

29 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe keeps Sylvia up to date on his journey. He had dinner with Harry the night before, and Harry wanted to know if anyone spoke Russian. It turned out that their waitress did. Moe hopes his short time home has been a comfort to her.

GLC09414.0732

30 June 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Postcard

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe stopped in Butte, Montana, where the American Women's Voluntary Service has given him oranges, candy, peanuts and cigarettes and even the postcard he's now writing on. He can't wait for the next stop.

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