13 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 13, 1943. Leonard updates his parents on the mail situation. He received eight letters in one day so now he has to rush to answer them. He reports that the programs she mentioned in the last letter are only for the Ship's Company, the men who are regularly stationed at Great Lakes, not for the trainees. They did have an hour of amateur entertainment from other recruits. There was one funny guy who talked like Daffy Duck. Leonard thanks his dad for taking care of the car and tells them to say…

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15 October 1943

Walter, June, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from June Walter to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 15, 1943. June writes that she just got back from a baby shower. The other guests were four married, three engaged and three single women. She says that their friend Fuzzy should drop Dottie and find a nice girl where he is. She updates Leonard on two other friends but doesn't know anything about others he asked after. She mentions that she is working the swing shift for the next two weeks and will be exhausted because of it.

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15 October 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 15, 1943. Robert tells Leonard that he is in charge of a parade march the next day. He surprised himself by passing the Officer Candidate School test. If he passes the physical he can go to Officer Candidate School. Robert signs as "Fuzz."

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15 October 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 15, 1943. Susan writes that she was cleaning the house all week. She thanks Leonard for the photo and says everyone she showed it to says it is "a swell picture." Raymond is going to take the car to get anti-freeze in it soon.

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17 October 1943

Hutton, Edith, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Edith Hutton to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 17, 1943. Edith writes that she went to Cumbland with Aunt Malinda, and then called Aunt Susan. She reports that the dog got hit by a car but can still get around using three legs. She mentions Floyd is sick with a cold.

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17 October 1943

Hutton, Bertha, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Bertha Hutton to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 17, 1943. Bertha writes to add on to Edith's letter that she neglected to help Edith address the last letter to him so Edith wrote a new letter to send. She says it has been raining a lot but it is a good thing as the planting can be done. Bertha tells Leonard that he needs to be careful with his foot so it doesn't get worse. Ends the letter stating that it is house cleaning time.

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17 October 1943

Hutton, Edith, fl. 1943-1945

Header Record

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff [Decimalized .01-.02]

Two letters to Leonard Eugene Graeff sent in the same envelope one from Edith Hutton, and one from Bertha Hutton.

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19 October 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Susan opens the letter stating that it is still house cleaning time and there is still a few rooms to go. She mentions that she gave Leonard's green suit to Lill to make a coat suit, and the pants went to Lill's boarder. She reports Jessie wrote to her and was very proud of her victory garden and how much it produced. There was a fire in town from a neglected iron. She didn't go see the wreakage yet but plans to that week. She advises Leonard to spread out answering letters in the…

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19 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Leonard writes that he got the air letter they sent him. He advises that it is not really worth the price as it takes about the same time as first class but costs more. He hopes to be done training in eighteen more days. He writes that you can tell it's soon since a bunch of the guys are counting down the days till they leave for home. Leonard is not as anxious because the sooner you get home the sooner your nine days are up and you're sent who knows where. He is glad everyone liked…

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21 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 21, 1943. Leonard writes that he read about the fire and it is a shame. People will need to buy a bunch of bonds to replace the lost equipment. He heard from Aunt Jessie, Edith and Aunt Bertha. He writes he's still eating a lot of candy and food and seems to be gaining weight. Leonard also writes that the time for him to be on the go is getting closer. They took a company picture recently and have to sign for train tickets today.

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25 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 25, 1943. Leonard writes he heard from Lill about the suit and hopes it come out nice. He is anxious to get home and wants them to send him his blue bag to pack. He heard from Fuzz and think it's possible Russell Winemiller is back home. He inquires if his father got a new pen. He just got the peanuts Susan sent him in the afternoon mail call. They are not what he wanted but they are really good. Leonard wrote the second page of the letter at the Hostess house. He went to dinner with some…

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28 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 28, 1943. Leonard can't wait to get home only 8 more days. He is glad they had a good drive the other day and hopes the gas situation is good. He asks them to tell Aunt Malinda he is bringing home more pictures and has one for her. He heard about an explosion in Easton and was glad it wasn't as bad as it could have been. Leonard went to the infirmary for foot pain and got out of drilling and wearing his boots for a few days. He says it is a problem where the tendon meets the heel bone and he…

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30 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 30, 1943. Leonard writes primarily his father surprised that his father wrote a letter to him. He likes the new pen, and asks again for his blue bag. They just got their Navy dress whites, they are very fancy and feel like a fifty dollar suit. Leonard writes that it doesn't feel like he's been in training that long, but he realized how much he learned watching a new company that just came in. He also mentions that his company got a banty rooster, a hen and a baby chick. The cleanest company…

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21 October 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Typed letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 21, 1943. Robert writes that he heard about the fire at home and how big it was. He complains about having to get his hair cut in the army. He compliments Leonard on the photo, and commiserates about the lack of mail. He also mentions Dottie and how he doesn't know why he is still involved with her. He wishes he could be stationed near home and find someone to love him. Robert signs as "Fuzz."

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19 October 1943

Miller, Richard C., fl. 1941-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Richard jokes about friction between them now since he is in the Army and Leonard is in the Navy. He says if he had a choice he would have joined the Navy too, although he has been very lucky in the Army. He just saw a movie short feature on the training at Great Lakes. He requests that Leonard send him pictures with his new haircut. He wishes Leonard good luck with the girls if his hair looks as bad as Richard's did.

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19 October 1943

Fencil, Roselina, fl. 1943-1945

Header Record

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff [Decimalized .01-.02]

Two letters to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated, October 19, 1943. One letter is from Roselina Fencil, the other is from Melvin Fencil

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19 October 1943

Fencil, Roselina, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Roselina Fencil to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Roselina thanks Leonard for the letter and it is good to hear from him. She is still having back problems, and the doctor wants to put her in a cast for ten days to reduce the pain. Roselina does not want to do this as it will be expensive and she believes the doctor sees it as an experiment. She mentions that Melvin is working at the Firestone plant retreading tires three nights a week. She is also worried about her son Eddie starting school and her daughter Joanna getting hurt. She asks Leonard to write again…

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19 October 1943

Fencil, Melvin, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Melvin Fencil to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Melvin hopes that Leonard continues to like the Navy. He checked with the draft board and they have a "Certificate of Occupation" filed by Texas Co. He hopes that he will be in the clear and won't be drafted. He doesn't understand why the oil industry isn't considered as essential to national defense. He wishes Leonard well and hopes he gets into the officer school he mentioned in his letter.

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21 October 1943

Walter, June, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from June Walter to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 21, 1943. June writes that she is glad to hear from Leonard and that he seems to be doing "swell," she encourages him to do good in school and study hard. June apologizes for the way she is writing, but she is picking up Southern turns of phrase from all the Southern offices stationed at "The Gap Lane." She went out to "Springers" the other night and lists some of the songs in the "Jingle Box." June compliments Leonard again on the photo he sent her. She also sympathizes with him on how many haircuts he has to get. She…

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27 October 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Typed letter

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 27, 1943. Robert asks if Leonard has been parading recently, he also asks a trivia question about marching positions. Robert breaks down what number and type of troops there are in a company. He mentions he was accepted into OCS (Officer Candidate School) and is very proud of himself for working hard enough to get in. Robert signs as Fuzz.

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22 October 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 22, 1943. Susan writes that it has been a busy week. There was fire wood and kindling they had that Malinda wanted, so Raymond had to bring it over. She also cleaned the house a bit and had a doctor's appointment. Susan mentions Fall orders came in and she managed to get herself a new sweater, table cloth, pocket book, house dress and a general wear dress. She mentions sending him a box of peanuts. She mentions visiting Malinda, and showing his photo to her. Malinda really likes it and would…

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25 October 1943

Zell, Edward B., fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Eddie Zell to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 25, 1943. Eddie writes to inquire when Leonard will be home from training at Great Lakes. He wants to make sure to get together. Eddie also mentions a few girls he knows and that he is thinking of calling Nancy and Bobby to set up dates for him. He mentions delivering mail all day in the rain. In a post script Eddie says that he and Bobbie haven't made up, it is too complicated for a letter but he will tell Leonard all about it when he is home.

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24 October 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 24, 1943. Susan writes that her and Raymond took a long drive through the country and then checked on Leonard's car. Raymond cleaned off the car and swept the garage. Susan also mentions eating "Chow Chow" that a neighbor made and believes Leonard would have enjoyed it. She reports that Mr. Richwine had a heart attack at the age of eighty and is not doing well. There was also a gas explosion in Easton but Leonard will have to find the details in the newspaper.

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27 October 1943

Stouffer, Bernice, fl. 1943-1945

Typed letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Bernice Stouffer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 27, 1943. Bernice apologizes for not writing sooner. She is glad Leonard likes the Navy and wonders if it is possible for Leonard to visit her boyfriend Bruce who is also in the Navy. Bernice updates Leonard on "Eggie" who was just home on leave. She thinks he will be in the United States for the whole war as he is at Eglin Air Field fixing planes. She wishes Bruce could be so lucky as to be stationed in the United States but knows it is a pipe dream. Moyer is on furlough right now and will go to St. Petersburg to school…

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29 October 1973

Fina, Nicholas J., fl. 1973

Typed letter signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Nicholas J. Fina to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Fina writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. He states, "I do not feel he is fit to hold office."

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