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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.

GLC09414.0730

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.

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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

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is now in Livingston, MT. This card shows a group of Grizzly bears.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has a bad case of the "furlough blues." He had to report back to work today, and heard that advanced training is starting. He also heard that Sey R. and Mac S. have brought their wives with them which he thinks is a bad idea. He is proud of...

GLC09414.0735

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he has enclosed a Mark Twain story from Mystery Magazine for Sylvia. This letter is written on Hotel Senator stationary.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe worked guard all night. He notes there are too many ratings in his company so that the "poor private would be worked to death." He also notes that he was shocked by the coolness after he experienced the heat of New York. He hears other soldiers...

GLC09414.0737

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe got a pass to go Olympia where he saw a movie, then stayed the night in a dormitory. He thought Olympia was a "hick town," and will not bother to leave camp anymore.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe saw a Cary Grant film. He mentions that he heard that Sam still thinks he can be reconciled with Mad. He also thanks Sylvia for the ten dollars but tells her he wished she hadn't sent it and if she has any extra money, that she should spend it on...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they will probably be in Fort Lewis until August 1. He also mentions that if Sylvia wants to come visit, she should make her plans quickly, and know that she may not get back on time. He advises her to think things through and not...

GLC09414.0740

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe advises Sylvia of where she will stay when she comes out to visit him. He says the accommodations are appropriate and she will have privacy. Moe also tells her not to bring her entire wardrobe with her and to wear slacks on the train coming in.

GLC09414.0741

to Sylvia Weiner

Sylvia has recently left, and Moe imagines that she is in Montana. While she was there he got into the routine of meeting her for dinner after work. He imagines that he will still be doing that tonight.

GLC09414.0742

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wistfully refers to Sylvia's recent visit. He tells her he received his T-4 ship today and wished it could have happened while she was in town.

GLC09414.0743

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he received Sylvia's note written on the trail. He writes about his new ranking as T-4. He is now C.Q (charge of quarters) and has to stay up all night so he can change the guard every two hours. Moe also mentions that his distinction...

GLC09414.0744

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe inquires after Sylvia's health and asks her to see a doctor. He cleaned the barracks and later went to a movie. He also received a letter from Alice and Al.

GLC09414.0745

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received Sylvia's telegram confirming her arrival in New York. He went to Seattle for the weekend with Frank Mooney. At one point, while they were there he was reminded of Chinatown in New York. He also went to Jefferson Park, a recreation camp...

GLC09414.0746

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes he is being a good boy by writing some letters tonight and turning in early. He is overwhelmed by the amount of letters he still needs to respond to. He asks her to send him some gossip.

GLC09414.0747

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe complains he hasn't received mail from Sylvia in a week. He writes that they were inspected by the chemical warfare division. He has plans to see a movie with Frank later.

GLC09414.0748

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he has enclosed some views, including one of Mt. Ranier. The photographs are not included with this letter.

GLC09414.0749

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe finally received some letters from Sylvia. He writes that Frank and Harry didn't get a promotion. He also notes that Frank's family was glad to receive her call, and that Joe and Abe send their thanks and plan to write her a letter. He also...

GLC09414.0750

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's previous letter. He hopes her father is feeling better and that her mother gets a chance to ease up soon but doesn't think it's possible. He hopes Joe gets over his setback and acknowledges that's it must feel strange that...

GLC09414.0751

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letter. He is glad she made all the calls she promised except for Maurice. He heard that Mildred returned to New York to "lick her wounds," and comments on her meeting Elsie, Minerva's sister.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad that Joe is doing much better. He describes a boat ride and wishes he could have taken it with Sylvia, he also describes his sleeping habits.

GLC09414.0753

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is writing from Tacoma where he was visiting with Joe and Frank. They saw a movie, slept in the dormitory, then went to a picnic near Geneva Lake.

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