3 November 1943

Tatt, Samuel, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Samuel writes that the army is making him feel young again, about 25. He claims to enjoy the fresh air, and thanks Sylvia for the socks.

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12 December 1943

Tatt, Samuel, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Sam mentions that he just got back from bivouacking. He is learning about what others are doing on the battlefield. He also learned how to use a rifle and machine gun.

GLC09414.1567

18 December 1943

Polgar, Lillian, fl. 1943

Map signed

Title: homemade map to Lillian and Frank's house

Hand drawn and colored map to Lillian and Frank Polgar's house. On the left of the drawing there are notes that say housewarming, and fifth wedding anniversary.

GLC09414.1568

December 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Greeting Card

Title: to John G. Volker

Christmas greeting card written by Sylvia and sending Moe's regards. The envelope is addressed to John G. Volker

GLC09414.1569

8 June 1945

Greenfield, Alvin, 1924-1946

V-Mail

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Alvin writes that he feels strange about being overseas. He writes that the mail situation is really bad. He also mentions Sybil.

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January 16, 1945

Greenfield, Alvin, 1924-1946

V-Mail

Title: to Mr. and Mrs. Greenfield

Alvin writes requesting various food items from his parents like salami and sardines. He says he hopes that his mom is feeling better.

GLC09414.1571

17 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that it is St. Patrick's Day. He says he knows that any praise Sylvia gives him is biased, and that he is not so eloquent as she thinks. Sylvia has complained about a pen, in a recent letter and he asks which pen she has been complaining about, telling her to get it serviced.

GLC09414.1355

18 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes the shift changes this week, and now he'll have to work at 3:30 in the afternoon. He said he saw a show last night, and that he is glad Sylvia is enjoying learning more about psychology.

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20 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a beautiful day and the birds singing. He writes that he liked the results of the Yalta conference

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21 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that German civilization is being destroyed. He also mentioned receiving a letter from Eddie saying how nice it was to hear from Sylvia. He also is glad that Dorothy Smith invited her over for dinner.

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22 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reacts to the news that they have to move again. He tells Sylvia that they just have to go with the flow and the only thing constant in life is change.

GLC09414.1359

23 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia enjoyed the Provincetown Playhouse. He says it is not the sort of thing he would ordinarily enjoy but he will cheerfully allow her to take him anywhere.

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24 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to see the film version of "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn." He is upset because they decided the base pay is $50. He also asks Sylvia if she found his green watch.

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25 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is reminded of the 2 weeks Sylvia spent at Nevele when she was recuperating. He notes that the last phase of the war in Germany has begun. He also sent her another package of toiletries.

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26 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tells Sylvia to tell his mother not to send so many packages. He mentions that he follows the news with keen interest, and knows it is only a matter of time. He also writes that a man named Cummings is getting a furlough home as an exception.

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27 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he saw a film that wasn't that great, though he liked the playing of Chopin in it. The news about the war continues to be the best as the German defenses are crumbling.

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28 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to services, and he had to stay in for a few classes the next night. He wants to know Sylvia's measurements as Arthur S. told her she'd gained some weight. He also heard from Bernie who is with the 3rd army.

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29 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wrote after pre-Seder services, saying he went to dinner and a dance. He advises Sylvia against going into the Spare saying she is too intelligent.

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30 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he saw a good movie, and went over to the beer hall with Jack to see what it was like. Instead of beer, they had ice cream and cakes. He also says he is glad Sylvia's father is doing better.

GLC09414.1367

31 March 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that after classes, he went over to Madame Laguire's for a French lesson. He says he is ashamed he knows as little as he does. He is glad Sylvia introduced the girls to Armenian food.

GLC09414.1368

1 April 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he saw a good detective movie. He also heard that Frank Mooney is now stationed in Paris. He also went to the theatre to see Rose Marie in French.

GLC09414.1369

2 April 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes about what the French do for April Fool's, and says they call it Paisson d' Avril. At the Red Cross Club the girls played a prank where they cut out the figure of a fish and went around pinning it on the back of any unsuspecting person.

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3 April 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe answers Sylvia's question in regard to what word was deleted in a previous letter. Apparently he made a reference to how slow the mail can be and how one might sneak in or get through the blockade, someone actually censored the word "blockade."

GLC09414.1371

4 April 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a notice from the treasury department that he has been promoted from grade 9 to grade 11. He also saw another Betty Grable film at camp.

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5 April 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he is planning to go to a revue tonight. Me mentions that Jack got a pass to Paris, also that he received a package from his mother and from Sylvia earlier in the week.

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