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to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about the possible end of the war, and what atomic power might do.

GLC09414.0664

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia went to Select Service Board meeting and then went out with Bess.

GLC09414.0665

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia notes the all-encompassing topic of the atomic bomb. She also and notes that Sybil (Alvin's wife) is better with her father than her own mother.

GLC09414.0666

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia notes the end of the war.

GLC09414.0667

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that Dad took them all out for a lobster dinner.

GLC09414.0668

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that she hopes there might be another atomic bomb because the "Japanese deserve it."

GLC09414.0669

to "Moe" Weiner

It is the day of the Potsdam Declaration. Sylvia describes the hectic day that follows.

GLC09414.0670

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes the revelry that is taking place now that the war is over. This letter is missing pages

GLC09414.0671

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about where they might live in the future, and if they can match what they had before they were evicted.

GLC09414.0672

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says she cannot stand the waiting period between now and when he comes home. She also admits to being a bit jealous that he gets to visit so many places.

GLC09414.0673

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia informs him that she no longer works for the War Assistance Unit. This letter is missing pages.

GLC09414.0674

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that there is an elevator strike at work. Also her father has had another attack.

GLC09414.0675

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia is in the process of moving.

GLC09414.0676

to "Moe" Weiner

This postcard features a depiction of a late fall with trees of brown and orange leaves. Sylvia sent this as a reminder that this is Moe's favorite season.

GLC09414.0677

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia discusses her day and mentions the enclosed card that she purchased from J.J O'Brien's a local store. The card is GLC09414.0677.

GLC09414.0678

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia went to a meeting about the current high cost of living. She also mentioned that a blouse shop closed.

GLC09414.0679

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia has been cleaning and fixing up the new home. She also complains there is no mail lately.

GLC09414.0680

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia vows not to mention Moe's coming home. She went to the movies with Bess.

GLC09414.0681

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Ethel, and says she will respond to Moe's letters later. This is a letter fragment with just the last page of the letter.

GLC09414.0682

to "Moe" Weiner

This is a Thanksgiving letter from Sylvia, and features a drawing of pilgrims with a turkey.

GLC09414.0683

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that she is scared because she hasn't done anything about her paper yet. This is the last page of a letter.

GLC09414.0684

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Ben and Sue. This is pages 3-6 of a larger letter.

GLC09414.0685

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia had dinner with Mad, and read a book. This is pages 2-3 of a larger letter.

GLC09414.0686

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia refers to the books Moe has sent her. This is page 2-6 of a larger letter.

GLC09414.0687

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe explains he has been training. He also says Sylvia is "the core of his being, his reason for living and the only thing that matters a damn to me."

GLC09414.0688

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe encloses a photo of him with Frances Xavier and a negative of him standing on the steps. He writes that he also enclosed a flower. He says Sylvia should feel free to enjoy Lobster Cantonese without him.

GLC09414.0689

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe looks forward to leaving the office and working in the field because it offers freedom from supervision.

GLC09414.0690

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe apologizes for having been a financial drain on her in the past. He also kids her about taking a picture in his work clothes and claims he will never do it.

GLC09414.0691

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe assures her that the bivouac will be for less than a week, He also describes his daily routine.

GLC09414.0692

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe got a pass into town last night where they bought a pint of Scotch, and had a good dinner. Moe tells Sylvia not to send him any money. He also chuckles over Sylvia reading the Oregonian, and thanks her for sending cigarettes.

GLC09414.0693

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his bivouac, and says that when he returns he'll appreciate the barracks.

GLC09414.0694

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe shrugs off Sylvia's suggestion that he should find female companionship but admits he wouldn't mind just talking to one.

GLC09414.0695

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe explains the point system and how he does not have enough to come home

GLC09414.0696

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his surroundings, namely the trees and the falls.

GLC09414.0697

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe takes a break from a beer party to write to Sylvia, says he is glad his friends are not forgetting him.

GLC09414.0698

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has returned from bivouac and is very glad to see the barracks.

GLC09414.0699

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to Joe and his new job, and also mentions his mother. He says he is jealous that Sylvia ate bacon and eggs for breakfast. He claims that eating in the army is the same as "feeding coal to a furnace."

GLC09414.0700

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe had a steak dinner, and went to the movies. He mentions the Germans and the Russians, and responded to Sylvia's letters.

GLC09414.0701

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters. He mentions Sam, and says to offer his sympathy. He is happy for Joe and the kids.

GLC09414.0702

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reminds Sylvia to write to Benoit. He also speculates on how long the next bivouac will last and reminds her about the car insurance.

GLC09414.0703

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tells Sylvia not to take a month's vacation to see him because he wouldn't be able to spend all his time with her.

GLC09414.0704

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is certain they will bivouac again. He complains he has not received mail from her in three days.

GLC09414.0705

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is in the middle of tactical training. He also advises Sylvia about the union tax.

GLC09414.0706

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe corrects Sylvia's assumption that he is an active T-4, he says he is an assistant foreman. He reminds her they have twelve years of memories to think about.

GLC09414.0707

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reads Sylvia's letters with enjoyment and repeats his sympathy for Sammy.

GLC09414.0708

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.

GLC09414.0709

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his first aid lesson.

GLC09414.0710

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

GLC09414.0712

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.

GLC09414.0713