10 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for doing inventory of their liquor cabinet. Marty is off again on one of his interpreting jobs. He writes that French girls are good-looking, well-groomed and extremely chic.

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11 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the cigarettes. He says he decided to retract his earlier statement that they will finish the Germans off before winter.

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12 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that it is Columbus day today and a year ago they began their journey which led to their present location. He refers to the election year and says the voter himself is to blame for the present state of affairs

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16 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe bought Sylvia a few gifts and they should reach her in a few weeks. He says he began to wear glasses at fourteen and that David's eyes follow the same pattern his did.

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17 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is currently reading "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn." He also mentions that he knows that his parents want to give him something and knowing they may deny themselves of something makes him feel humble.

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18 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe revealed for the first time that he was in Scotland before he went to England. He is glad his father is able to do some work, but hopes he doesn't overexert himself.

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19 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he went to the dentist. He also notes that they were issued overcoats.

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21 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe played poker with the boys. He also criticizes modern hats, and describes how heels with high platforms are made when leather is scarce.

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22 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he went to see a play which he described as "not bad." One of the boys asked Moe to tell Sylvia to send a few pictures to his mother. Six photograph negatives are enclosed.

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23 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe began working shifts again. He received a copy of Bernie's Bugle which brought him up to date on all the news. He also writes they've begun to get fancy in the mess hall.

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24 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe hopes Sylvia is now used to the idea of being alone. He asks her to talk to Olga about all the negatives they have been sent and see if anything is missing.

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25 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe retrieved an ID bracelet he'd left at a jeweler's to be fitted. Then went over some film he had developed with the boys. He assures Sylvia he hasn't got religious in spite of regular attendance at services.

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26 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe passed around photos with the boys. After ruminating over photos, he writes that he's glad Sylvia has decided to take a vacation but wants to know if it is because she has been feeling ill.

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27 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is preparing for a big cleaning as inspection is coming up the next day. Around ten, that night they decided to play poker. He comments on Sylvia knitting socks, telling her she needs to practice.

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29 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe talks about who will have an easier time going home, an older or younger man. On one hand, the older man has a hard time because he will find it difficult to get back to his old life because he is simply too old to go back. The younger man has no idea how much he will have changed by the time he gets home.

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30 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reminded Sylvia of Marge's anniversary and David's birthday. He says he is glad she took her vacation. He also refers to the importance of the upcoming election.

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31 October 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe continued to set up the stove, and worked on the shower installation. He also worked on a puzzle Sylvia sent and started to read the solution before he knew what it was.

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1 November 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Esme, the girl from the family in England that hosted him and Jack. He refers to a Sid they know who is devoted to the black market. Moe is pleased that her mother has taken responsibility for making sure her father is as comfortable as possible.

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4 November 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has received two packages of food; one from Sylvia and one from Adele. He says he doesn't understand why there is a shortage of cigarettes both at home and overseas. He also says he had the boys make him a new camera case.

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4 November 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to town with the boys in search of some cognac but no place had it. He stopped in a cafe where a group of officers sat near them drinking champagne and singing. He also reacts to the news that Bess has been ill.

GLC09414.1244

13 September 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe played ping-pong again, then had a buffet dinner, played cards, and saw a movie. Moe is glad he told Sylvia to relax as much as possible even though he knows she will do what she wants.

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14 September 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is irritated because he had to sign the payroll twice most likely because someone else messed up. He tells Sylvia the worst is coming and she must be brave in the face of their ongoing separation.

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15 September 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tells the story of a man called into the army whose wife was pregnant. He wanted to keep his first baby a secret so he had the hospital authorities inform him in code. He also realizes that he and Sylvia were playing the same game at the same time and sees this as proof of their affinity.

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17 September 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions the big party that is coming up. He says he doesn't know what they are doing about girls but he doesn't really care. He remembers how excited Sylvia gets about her clothes.

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17 September 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the recent party. When he drank port wine at the party, he was reminded of all the times they drank port wine at home. He has forgotten the exact day of Sylvia's birthday and apologizes profusely.

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