2 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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, and says Hy should look at it first. Marty, Jack, and Moe took a walk into town while they looked at English houses.

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3 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe forgot to mention that Jack's mother sent him strudel which he contributed to the New Year's Eve party. He writes that there doesn't seem to be any way to return Sylvia's letters but he has hung on to them since the beginning.

GLC09414.0904

4 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remembers Mad's birthday and wishes her well. He received a letter from Jim telling him that Bea's mother died. He urges Sylvia to go see her.

GLC09414.0905

4 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks about Sylvia's cold. He asks if she stayed home at any point. He said the list of telephone calls she included in her letter sounded just like a typical Sunday afternoon except the people used to actually come over.

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4 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe didn't think "Connecticut Yankee" would have that effect on Sylvia. He can't believe it made her cry. The rest of the letter is not clear.

GLC09414.0907

5 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe experienced his first really cold morning in England, then watched the sunrise, which he described as a source of wonder and enjoyment.

GLC09414.0908

5 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe informs Sylvia that she may not hear from him for a couple of days because he and Marty are taking a little vacation. He can't wait to sleep between sheets.

GLC09414.0909

7 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe had two wonderful days. But can't begin to talk about it right now, he will begin to write over the weekend.

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9 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters, one of which mentions the possibility of Sylvia going to the country and he urges her to go. He tells her that the English Christmas spirit left much to be desired, the war saw to that.

GLC09414.0911

9 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's description of a Christmas shopping trip. He is reminded of all the times they went Christmas shopping together and how tiring it was.

GLC09414.0912

8 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe promises to devote a great deal of time writing to Sylvia soon. He will tell her all about his trip to Winchester in his next letter.

GLC09414.0913

8 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe explains that they will have two weeks of day work and then two weeks of night work. He also repeats the advice he gave Sylvia earlier about joining the Red Cross: do whatever you feel best.

GLC09414.0914

8 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tells Sylvia once again that she must decide for herself if she wants to join the Red Cross. He writes also that he is glad his parents liked the gifts she bought them.

GLC09414.0915

8 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that it is very tough to get a drink in England because they run out fast and will stop selling for the night. He also responds to a letter that mentions his anniversary letter to Sylvia, and he is so glad she received it.

GLC09414.0916

8 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is sorry to hear that their favorite restaurant has gone downhill. He was already aware of Joe's return to Brooklyn, but Marge writes he can't do much because he lacks strength.

GLC09414.0917

8 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that all the questions Sylvia asks in her most recent letters he has already answered within the last two weeks and he won't answer them again.

GLC09414.0918

9 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters saying that he is glad that Alvin came home on furlough. He also writes excitedly about Sybil coming in from Buffalo. He is very glad Sylvia went out to the country, but doesn't understand why she chose that particular week to go away.

GLC09414.0919

9 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his recent trip with Marty, calling it The Winchester Adventure. Moe mentions the basic history of the city, and seeing a statue of King Alfred, the cathedral. Winchester College, etc.

GLC09414.0920

1 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reminds Sylvia of New Year's 1937 when they had a big party and woke up with hangovers. Later that day they had a steak dinner and everything was alright.

GLC09414.0921

2 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe and the boys have decided to take a walk through the countryside.

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2 January 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe returned home to find another letter from Sylvia. He actually has time to write her a detailed letter.

GLC09414.0923

January 10 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has written a second installment of the Winchester Adventure. In this letter he describes Westgate Tower, the castle, the Church of St. Cross, the city museum, etc. He also mentions that later that day they had tea at a charming cafe.

GLC09414.0924

January 10 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters saying that yes, he remembers Miller's Pharmacy and how she hated to go up the hill to get to it. He encourages her to do it anyway. He is also glad she mentioned the mountain on route 52 and remembered how they climbed it last year.

GLC09414.0925

January 11, 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is overwhelmed but the amount of letters he has received from Sylvia but promises to answer them all.

GLC09414.0926

January 11, 1944

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe finally reached Sylvia's letter in which she describes being in the country. He learns that his cousin Ben is there, and he thinks Ruth K. is a good roommate for her.

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