4 July 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe got a pass to go Olympia where he saw a movie, then stayed the night in a dormitory. He thought Olympia was a "hick town," and will not bother to leave camp anymore.

GLC09414.0738

5 July 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe saw a Cary Grant film. He mentions that he heard that Sam still thinks he can be reconciled with Mad. He also thanks Sylvia for the ten dollars but tells her he wished she hadn't sent it and if she has any extra money, that she should spend it on herself. He comments that he wishes that Sylvia's mother would relent where it concerns Mad., and that he doesn't think Alvin is really scared to go into the air.

GLC09414.0739

6 July 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they will probably be in Fort Lewis until August 1. He also mentions that if Sylvia wants to come visit, she should make her plans quickly, and know that she may not get back on time. He advises her to think things through and not just drop everything for him since she will not get paid for this vacation. He says she should ask her father for money. He also mentions that as time goes on, he is "strangely adjusted" to the idea of going overseas.

GLC09414.0740

7 July 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe advises Sylvia of where she will stay when she comes out to visit him. He says the accommodations are appropriate and she will have privacy. Moe also tells her not to bring her entire wardrobe with her and to wear slacks on the train coming in.

GLC09414.0741

10 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Sylvia has recently left, and Moe imagines that she is in Montana. While she was there he got into the routine of meeting her for dinner after work. He imagines that he will still be doing that tonight.

GLC09414.0742

11 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wistfully refers to Sylvia's recent visit. He tells her he received his T-4 ship today and wished it could have happened while she was in town.

GLC09414.0743

12 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he received Sylvia's note written on the trail. He writes about his new ranking as T-4. He is now C.Q (charge of quarters) and has to stay up all night so he can change the guard every two hours. Moe also mentions that his distinction is shown on his shirts now and appears more imposing than his old rank.

GLC09414.0744

12 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe inquires after Sylvia's health and asks her to see a doctor. He cleaned the barracks and later went to a movie. He also received a letter from Alice and Al.

GLC09414.0745

15 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received Sylvia's telegram confirming her arrival in New York. He went to Seattle for the weekend with Frank Mooney. At one point, while they were there he was reminded of Chinatown in New York. He also went to Jefferson Park, a recreation camp run by the army.

GLC09414.0746

17 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes he is being a good boy by writing some letters tonight and turning in early. He is overwhelmed by the amount of letters he still needs to respond to. He asks her to send him some gossip.

GLC09414.0747

17 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe complains he hasn't received mail from Sylvia in a week. He writes that they were inspected by the chemical warfare division. He has plans to see a movie with Frank later.

GLC09414.0748

1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he has enclosed some views, including one of Mt. Ranier. The photographs are not included with this letter.

GLC09414.0749

18 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe finally received some letters from Sylvia. He writes that Frank and Harry didn't get a promotion. He also notes that Frank's family was glad to receive her call, and that Joe and Abe send their thanks and plan to write her a letter. He also refers to a minor car accident she had.

GLC09414.0750

19 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's previous letter. He hopes her father is feeling better and that her mother gets a chance to ease up soon but doesn't think it's possible. He hopes Joe gets over his setback and acknowledges that's it must feel strange that Emma doesn't come to visit anymore.

GLC09414.0751

20 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letter. He is glad she made all the calls she promised except for Maurice. He heard that Mildred returned to New York to "lick her wounds," and comments on her meeting Elsie, Minerva's sister.

GLC09414.0752

21 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad that Joe is doing much better. He describes a boat ride and wishes he could have taken it with Sylvia, he also describes his sleeping habits.

GLC09414.0753

22 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is writing from Tacoma where he was visiting with Joe and Frank. They saw a movie, slept in the dormitory, then went to a picnic near Geneva Lake.

GLC09414.0754

23 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe found a seafood restaurant that was not that great. He is also glad she got along with Olga and so is Martin.

GLC09414.0755

23 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has enclosed some photos of him during his recent trip to Seattle. He is heartbroken about one of the photographs, and asks Sylvia how the film came out. The photographs were not included with the item.

GLC09414.0756

24 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has finally heard from Jim. He is glad Sylvia has heard from Bea. Moe also reports that Harry has been transferred to S.C.U.

GLC09414.0757

25 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the Mack Village, but found it disappointing. He mentions again that he would like Sylvia to see a doctor concerning her "condition," but does not say what the condition is.

GLC09414.0758

26 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe talks at great length about Mad and Ben and how they are talking about marriage.

GLC09414.0759

27 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe got a letter from Morris Brannerman. He feels sorry for Joe Ellis was detailed to clean the mess hall and is glad that as a T-4, he does not get such details anymore.

GLC09414.0760

28 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe gushes about the sketch Sylvia made of Polgar's Palace in her previous letter, and showed it to his friends. He also mentions the first intelligent women he has met since he came into the army. Thanks Sylvia for the package, including the socks.

GLC09414.0761

29 August 1943

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the quiet days he has been having and refers to the gas crisis and tells Sylvia to make sure she's there to get her share, he mentions that the garage man gets some gas. He also describes the service club.

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