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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the gin game will be happening again tonight. He hasn't received the money she sent him yet. He writes that the company is planning a New Year's Eve party.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he received a card from the Red Cross telling him Anne Levine had made a donation in his honor. He doesn't know quite how to take this information. He notes that it has been nine years since he first entered the army. He has wonderful...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe acknowledges that the Angio battle was a nasty one and that it was touch and go (this is the first reference he has made to an actual battle). He writes how odd it is that some people can somehow keep crossing paths. He also mentions that he did...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe enjoyed her drawing of a typical Sunday spent between the two of them. He discusses Kessler's discharge, and sneeringly refers to a Jerry Miller. He also says that if Sylvia is jealous of Rose H's coat she should go ahead and get one herself.

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to Sylvia Weiner

As Moe writes he listens to Beethoven's Fifth on the radio. It reminds him of Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions Eddie's and his ongoing problems. He also mentions Sam, and that he wrote to Hilda but hasn't heard back. He asks how Sylvia's father is doing in Florida. He notes the use of fire bombs in the current raids.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe just got to their new camp, he notes that he will have a chance to explore the town tomorrow.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the English barracks that are so good as to include a fireplace. He says Sylvia's job is definitely interesting and he enjoyed hearing about her Chinese clients. He hopes she has received the snuff box he sent by now.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe explored the new town, and went to the movies. In response to Sylvia's complaints about women who have husbands at home he copied a poem from "Punch" on the subject.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes two films he recently saw. He comments on his belief that Sylvia's nephew, David could be a musical prodigy.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to an article in Life magazine that shows pictures of service men saying goodbye to their women. He is plagued by memories and tortuous thoughts. He compares his working nights to the terrible hours Sylvia keeps.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe plans to go out pubbing with the boys but complains that his friend Marty seems to have an opposite schedule from him lately.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his evening out at the Ship Hotel where they drank in the lounge. He talks about the bracelet he has sent Sylvia. He also mentions that he hears from Jimmie from time to time.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that this is the longest time he's ever gone without hearing from Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his visit to Alford. He took a tour of the college, and went to Christ Church.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe speculates on what will happen for the holiday.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the concert in detail, watching the pianist, he was reminded of the many times Sylvia played the piano.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is upset because he is out of cigarettes. He heard they may offer their ration of 2 packs per week this time, but thinks this isn't nearly enough.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went Christmas shopping with another soldier. He received a package but was disappointed it contained no cigarettes. He also received a letter from Bess, and is glad she approves of him as Sylvia's husband.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he received a package containing fish from Sylvia. He asks her to enclose some cigarettes in one of the Christmas bundles. He mentions that they had a Chanukah party last night.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe found the carton of cigarettes that Marge sent. He is glad Sylvia's parents have gotten to Florida. He hopes her Dad will get better there, and that Sylvia can finally relax.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he has been guarding German prisoners for the past three days, and has a hard time believing that they have hurt people. He describes them as meek as lambs. But at the same time he has no sympathy for them.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe practiced a little French and gave an English lesson last night. He tried French coffee and was not impressed. He says he is glad Sylvia got the Valentine's day flowers he sent her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters by assuring her that time and distance have not distorted his picture of her. He mentions David's (her nephew) recent antics and compares it to things Marge did as an infant. He also wonders what Ada's new job is.

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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...

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