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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 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 writes that their long association has certainly influenced their channels of thought. He asks where the newspapers are that he requested Sylvia send him (the PM and NY Times). He enjoyed his recent Thanksgiving dinner immensely. He also mentions...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe apologizes for not having written as he was in town. He enjoyed the article Sylvia sent by Earl Wilson very much. He will write a proper reply later.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes they will most likely move again, it seems like they are just getting settled in one place and then they must move again. He knows that this move will delay the receipt of mail.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that last night, he, Jack, and Marty began a gin game while tuning into the G.I. station. The next morning after chow, they began a drill.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that last evening they went by truck to a town to celebrate the Festival of the Maccabees, or Chanukah. There were American and British soldiers participating and the ceremonies were presided over by an American and British chaplain.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions that after the ceremony they were served tea and cakes. He also mentions that there was a musical part of the program in which women played the piano and violin.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe forgot to tell Sylvia where the service took place; in the Guild Hall of the City where there were crystal chandeliers. He met a Capt. Hutt who came from New York as well and lived near the beach like them.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe decided to go on sick call so that he could see the dentist.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the dentist where they complimented his teeth and gave him a cleaning. He reports that he has not received any mail from her today. He says there can be no Christmas until he can take her in his arms again.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions that while he was playing gin with the boys they listened to a radio program with Bob Hope. Everything they see and hear reminds them of home. He is feeling very nostalgic, and homesick.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that his Christmas hasn't been bad, and that he will write a proper letter soon. He is on C.Q duty tonight.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks about the Bar Mitzvah and tells Sylvia that she needn't worry about how she looks because no one has clothes as good as her and none of them wear clothes as well as she does.

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to Sylvia Weiner

A Christmas V-Mail card depicting soldier holding a banner that says Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Image of solider on card drawn by cartoon artist, Dave Berger.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe played gin with Marty, Joe and Jack. Afterwards they all contributed packages of various foods to be shared amongst them. Christmas dinner was turkey, and it was delicious. Moe also mentioned that he has not had any news of Mad and Ben.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is listening to Albert Spaulding and wonders if Sylvia is doing something similar. He is waiting for the boys to get back so they can play gin again, and is hoping for a letter from her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the groceries she sent. They will contribute to a nice New Year's. He compliments Lil Palgar's poster and asks after Frank.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes to tell Sylvia that the package has arrived as well as one of her letters with the first of the money orders.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes of how the separation has only made their relationship stronger. They are now in each other's thoughts more than ever. He jokes that the censor will have a hard time with his letters. He wants to know more about Sylvia's selective service...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks Sylvia to think back to New Year's Day 1937 when Chiang Kai-Shek was kidnapped. No one knew that later that year the war with Japan would start. It was "one of the unexpected milestones" to war and to his being there.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes they had another big turkey dinner for New Year's Day. He says the food is better here than it was in the States, and that he has written a long letter he hopes will reach her soon.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe lost a gin game to Martin, then listed to a radio broadcast of an Orange Bowl game. The game reminded him of all the New Year's Days they have spent together.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the "grand" package she has sent him. However he reiterates that he does not need things like soap or shaving cream, they get enough of that already.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tried Chinese food in England and said it wasn't very good, but this may be because it was late. He tells Sylvia he does not need any v-mail because the army supplies all he needs. He is concerned about what the mechanic told her about the car...

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