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27 November 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
Moe writes that he has been neglecting his correspondents, and that he heard from Marge who says Melvin is on a furlough.
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28 November 1944
Moe worked the new shift, then went into town the next day and had a haircut and shave. He also had coffee and donuts. He wonders why Sylvia was so affected by a couple she saw.
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29 November 1944
Moe reports that it rained cats and dogs last night but today was beautiful.
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Moe addresses her comments on the election, and wonders if he can put away one of those big country hotel dinners.
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30 November 1944
Moe reports that he has been having a lazy day. He asks for more information on Sylvia's father's illness, and comments on peoples' interest in Russia.
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2 December 1944
Moe reports that the company failed inspection, and discusses the possibility of Sylvia coming to Europe after the war in the event he has to stay there. In the end he decided it is not really a possibility.
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3 December 1944
Moe reports that the lights went out as he was shaving. He later went to the movies with Jack. He also comments that he still has not received any packages.
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Moe says they are still confined, so Jack and him were unable to see the movie they wanted to last night.
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Moe says he hasn't had to time to read Sylvia's letters, but he will respond soon.
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6 December 1944
Moe reports that he got a letter from Esme who said her boyfriend was wounded in Holland.
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10 December 1944
Moe asks Sylvia to keep track of the packages she sends so he knows what he's getting and when he should expect it. He sympathizes about her troubles at work but reassures her that her supervisor did not make a mistake in choosing her,
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March 17, 1941
Moe and Jack sat down and tried to teach themselves French with the grammar book they got, but Moe does not think he will ever acquire a French accent.
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12 December 1944
Moe writes that it was very cold last night. He says the fellows are still shook up over Ingrid Bergman. He also mentioned that the company was given a lecture, and that he is really glad she has a friend in Ethel.
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13 December 1944
Moe describes his new accommodations, and talks about which items he needs and doesn't need like cigarettes, candy and toiletries. He says he is glad Sylvia is getting a full night's sleep.
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14 December 1944
Moe reports that he went to the G.I show, and went to the movies the next night. He wonders how all the people they know are in the army are doing.
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15 December 1944
Moe writes that Alvin is in the process of coming overseas. He hopes that Alvin will go to France and then they can meet up.
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25 December 1944
Moe indulges in memories, and writes that he loves Sylvia and as time goes on he loves her more.
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30 December 1944
Moe says he came off guard and went to brunch with Marty and Jack. He says he liked Sylvia's description of green grass and red leaves in December.
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1 January 1945
Moe says the news from the front continues to show a reduction in the German bulge. He liked Sylvia's reproduction of their living room in one of her letters, and thanks her for the money she sent.
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2 January 1945
Moe thanks Sylvia for the Christmas package. He remarks on the cold weather there, and says he liked the photos she sent because she looks well in them.
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3 January 1945
Moe reports that Dave Ahoff came to visit him. He says he sees Joe's recovery as a miracle, and is glad she liked the bracelet he sent.
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4 January 1945
Moe reports that he received a surprise package from Ben with five packs of cigarettes. He says he played with the puppies (his first mention of the puppies) they have. He also writes that it tried to snow today.
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5 January 1945
Moe reports that tomorrow evening they will be permitted to go out for the first time in three weeks.
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6 January 1945
Moe writes that the Germans are losing their power, though they may try to prolong the war. He says that he enjoyed his years in the Treasury Dept.
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7 January 1945
Moe reports that he told Esme it may be some time before Sylvia writes but reminds Sylvia to do so since she was so kind to him in England. He wonders why her father relapsed so quickly after coming home from the hospital, and tells Sylvia he is...
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