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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he can tell from Sylvia's previous letter that she is very upset. He understands how hard it is because they've had twelve years together and worries about her. He mentions that he received fourteen letters from her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sylvia should type all her letters as he has to strain to read them. He requests that she send him some sweets.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for trying to find contacts for him in Italy. He hears a song that reminds him of her while out with Marty. He tells her to thank all their friends who inquired about him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to a dance and met a British intellectual. She was a WAAF and they discussed the problem of Germany. She told him about her fiancé, a Polish flier she is absolutely crazy about.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes a short account of a typical day, from 2 to 4 he rests, then has dinner, he returns at about 6 and writes a letter or two and then plays gin with Marty. From 10:30 until 6:30 am he works.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes a very poetic missive about Sylvia's kiss and smile transporting him to another time and place.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe acknowledges their ninth anniversary, and regrets that he has but only words to mark the years of love and happiness. He talks about the differences between the food back home and English food., and tells Sylvia he is low on money and needs $15 a...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remarks on Sylvia listening to a London broadcast and will try to catch the same program. He is glad she hit it off with Annie Leidner. He also corrects her identification of their steamer rugs as Stewarts, they are actually Buchanon.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is excited about the Christmas packages that have begun to arrive. He is happy that despite the distance between them, Sylvia feels close to him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

V-mail: He writes that he has written a letter regarding their anniversary but worries she may not get it in time. He refers to it as nine years of love, warmth and understanding.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe just returned from a visit to London and hasn't had time to write, but will write a proper letter describing the trip later.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his trip to London in detail. He visited Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and other popular tourist destinations. He writes that their cars are smaller but the seats are more comfortable. He will respond to Sylvia's letters later.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is still on a high because of his trip to London but says he will have to stay around camp for a while "licking his financial wounds." He asks when Sylvia will send money.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters, he assures her that wherever he goes he always reminded of something back home, no matter how different it is. He understands her wanting to join the A.R.C. He says it will be very demanding and will require a lot of...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is excited about Thanksgiving, he reminds Sylvia that one day parting will be a thing of the past. In the meantime they have a lot to be thankful for.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he and Bill B. now share quarters. He is now in a very pretty area. He agrees that soldiers look for a breath of home in all things, and reminds Sylvia to write to Benoit.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe recounts the story of a pleasant walk he took. He ended up at a small church where he paused in the cemetery and then found memoriam plaques dating back to the 16th century. He says the only thing that was missing was Sylvia's presence that day.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says Sylvia made a mistake when she asked if he needed money because she should have received the letter where he asks for some. He thanks her in advance.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe relives their wedding day as it is their ninth anniversary. He remembers when they first moved into their house. He writes that their marriage has been a success and that he loves Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Lilian and was reminded of her anniversary as well. He writes that he also received letters from Sylvia and they helped the weekend pass. He notes that she must have worked on the car for four hours.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sylvia's worries that he hasn't received any mail are wasted as the situation remedied itself. However he sends his condolences because she has received so few letters from him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sylvia's mention of a corned beef sandwich from Garfield's made his mouth water because the corned beef they have comes out of a can. He also asks her to send some sardines.

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to Sylvia Weiner

This V-Mail is very faded and difficult to read.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe talks politics and the inevitability of finding the world embroiled in another upheaval after this one. He writes that it is comparatively unimportant what happens to their generation. That they will have lived through one of the most thrilling...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes about the meeting of British American Circle whose job it is to foster good relations between the American soldiers and the British people.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions Dan and Lilian and says Sylvia should visit them. He agrees with her that while they all want peace they should not forget that what is happening would never happen again and that is what they are working on together.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Lillian Klaus saying she was expected that night. He asks again if Sylvia has written to Benoit. This letter very faded.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they were paid today but he is disappointed with the net results after paying some debts. He acknowledges it is better than nothing.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Marge, and recalls the sweater Mom was knitting that she eventually gave to Sylvia. He cannot think of anything to ask for.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to a "situation" regarding Uncle Ben in which they forgot to ask Sylvia something and not wanting to offend her are doing their best not to anger her. The only way she can prove she's not slighted is to "attend the function."

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the soap and the film she sent. He asks her not to send anymore toilet articles as he can get plenty there.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received six letters and promises a long answer later. He also received a letter from Dad., and comments that he has not been getting enough sleep.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the YMCA where he played ping-pong, then went to the union canteen. He responds to Sylvia's letters by assuring her he is in good health. He talks about Eileen's wedding and notes that weddings aren't always happy occasions for all who...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions that his Dad acknowledged their anniversary but did not elaborate. He will be going to a British American Circle meeting tonight.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe described the British American Circle meeting he attended and recounts a presentation given by Prof Newell, an American who has been living in England for 12 years.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe liked Sylvia's description of the Educational meeting and the New York City election.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe recalls the Sunday afternoon war was declared. They took a walk with Paul and Bess and walked near Manhattan Beach, then turned on the radio to find out the news that would change the course of their lives.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has cabin fever and must go into town for a couple of days. He mentions that he is wearing the sweater that Alfred sent him

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that Sylvia did not eat turkey for Thanksgiving. He, himself, had turkey but her meal sounded superior. He feels grateful that so many family and friends remembered their anniversary.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Marge and has been sticking close to home base this week. He mostly plays gin and goes to the local pub.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is disappointed because Sylvia didn't send the money he asked for and is hoping that it just hasn't arrived yet. He reminds her that the money he makes is just enough to get through the month.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the package, he is also happy for the letter he received from her on his birthday. He reassures her that he is very safe and couldn't be any safer if he were in Brooklyn.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received Sylvia's birthday card and is keeping it on the mantel above the fire. He thanks Mad, Bess and Ben for their contributions.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to an increased allotment of support for his parents and says it will be able to prove he was their chief source of support so that they can get a few extra dollars.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wanted to spend the afternoon in town but woke up too late. He mentions that he has not had a letter from Marty in a while, and inquires after Olga.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to his favorite place, the English-Speaking Union. Afterwards, he was walking when suddenly he bumped into an elderly gentleman, but no harm done.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe had a letter from one of the boys in the office, and a letter from Seymour Greenberg, the man he used to get a package from every Christmas. He said the firm had not forgotten him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is planning to go to town with boys and compliments Sylvia and Esther S. on their fund-raising scheme.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is having less trouble sleeping during the day because of his blackout shade. He says he will pin up Sylvia's sketch of the fireplace in his room.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the popular music program he has been listening to. For the past two weeks he has been taking walks into town, and he describes the sights and sounds and the people he sees during these walks.

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