January 27, 1919

Barton, Frank L., fl. 1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Barton

Writes to his mother that he received her letter of 11 January and remarks at the speedy delivery. Discusses the good price of corn and hopes his parents treat themselves to new furniture, a gesture he and his siblings should have extended before the war. Reflects on past behavior at home and whether Mrs. Barton has recieved the gifts her sent her. Directs the letter to Ed (possibly a brother) and describes the weight and deadliness of the machine guns. Mentions that the local boys that followed Barton to Europe have been sent home and expects to return soon. Hopes to get home before his…

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6 November 1918

Belknap, Helen, fl. 1918

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Stowe

Writes to the mother of a patron of the YMCA and reports that he is happy and healthy. Discusses the mission of her organization. Includes the importance of letters and mail from home. Adds a note that she is also from Wisconsin and is proud of the state's war effort. Written on YMCA American Expeditionary Force letterhead.

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30 April 1919

Benvenuto, Albert, fl. 1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. G.W. Bartlett

Replies to Bartlett's letter. Reports that there was little snow but has yet to see blossoms and apple trees, of which Benvenuto was told are in abundance. Mentions the 27th Division's parade and writes that he and his fellow soldiers are going to put on a Wild West show that will rival Barnum and Bailey's. Describes the houses in the countryside and the old ruins along the Rhine River. Written on American Expeditionary Forces letterhead.

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9 December 1918

Capelle, Rosalie, fl. 1918

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Kenneth S. Anderson [in French]

Capelle writes on behalf of Miss Flora in response to a postcard from Anderson. She reminisces about the fun the girls had at the soldier's mass and wonders where all the good soldiers have gone. Hopes that they will visit the house again before returning home to America.

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1 March 1919

Cartagua, G. Battista, fl. 1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to the Captain of Company H, 309th, Infantry, 78th Division

Requests leave for her son, Antonio Cartagua, so she may see him for the first time in eight years. Offers to search for him herself.

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28 October 1918

Chisholm, George A., fl. 1918

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alice

Writes to his friend about his lack of mail since he arrived in France and that the weather has been overcast since he left the states. Describes the warm welcome the soldiers received upon landing in England. Tells Alice that the American girls have nothing to worry about as the European girls can not compare. Mentions that his birthday is on the 30th and wishes he were home to get presents and kisses for each year. Includes his mailing address. Writes that he is having a hard time receiving mail and doesn't know if it is because he hasn't caught up to the mail or if the mail is stalled…

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22 October 1917

Coughlin, J.E., fl. 1917

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joseph D. Coughlin

Thanks his father for the money he sent. Writes that he must keep his letter short as there are impromptu boxing matches in his barracks. Promises to send his military pictures. Written on Army and Navy Young Men's Christian Association letterhead.Written at Camp Devens.

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10 November 1918

Crane, fl. 1918

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Ruth Backof

Discusses Walter Shuka, an army doctor, and his military experiences. Writes that she sent him a money order so he can travel and will send a care package. Reports on her health. Written on Serving America letterhead.

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14 November 1917

Dailey, J.B., fl. 1917

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Reverend Doctor Janes

Expresses an interest in singing at Dr. Janes' next meeting. Written on Army and Navy Young Men's Christian Association letterhead.

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8 April 1919

Fike, George, fl. 1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eva Mae Fike

Sends his wife the iron cross he received from a wounded German (not included). Promises to tell her the story behind the cross when he returns.

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30 July 1918

Flynn, Russell S., fl. 1918

Autograph letter signed

Title: to M.J. Flynn

Writes to his mother that Jim Plant, a childhood friend, has been seriously wounded and asks her to lessen the gravity of the situation when she tells Jim's mother. Inquires about local news. Questions the reliability of the mail. Includes pictures for safe keeping (not included) and his military identification number. Complains about the lack of mail from friends. Written on American Expeditionary Force letterhead.

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28 November 1918

Flynn, Russell S., fl. 1918

Autograph letter signed

Title: to M.J. Flynn

Writes to his mother on Thanksgiving Day. Says that he is thankful to be alive as his company has lost 125 soldiers. Reports that he has not been paid in five months and could not afford to go into Lyon for the day. Written on a postcard of the Pont de la Guillotiere in Lyon.

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14 December 1918

Galt, Mary Meares, fl. 1918-1939

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susie Duane

Condolence letter to her aunt regarding the death of her cousin Alex who died in the service of his country. Promises to visit his grave in the north of France when she is granted leave. Includes information about Christmas gifts to be mailed home. Written on American Expeditionary Forces letterhead, with "American Expeditionary Forces" struck and replaced with "French Army."

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6 October 1918

Hopkins, Harold C., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his mother about the trip across the Atlantic. Describes the small French town in which he is stationed. Reports having received several letters from home. Requests a Christmas care package that includes a couple of pounds of maple sugar. Describes the language barrier between the soldiers and the local French. Written on American Expeditionary Forces letterhead.

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27 October 1918

Hopkins, Harold C., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Sends his mother a Christmas package coupon and reminds her to include two pounds of maple sugar. Includes his address and points out that he has been promoted to a first class private. Written on American Expeditionary Forces letterhead.

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3 December 1918

Hopkins, Harold C., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his mother regarding the unreliability of the mail. Reminds her that the army issues plenty of socks but no maple sugar. Encloses a photograph of boys with whom he came to Europe (not included). Describes his trip to England and Scotland. In response to his father's inquiry, Hopkins writes that the only bird he can identify is the French variety of crow which, he says, speaks French as is does not "caw" like its American counterpart. Includes his Thanksgiving Day menu. Written on Salvation Army Hostels letterhead.

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2 April 1919

Hopkins, Harold C., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his mother that he will not be home as soon as he had hoped. Describes his chores and says that his current post is worse than being overseas. Angry about being held in New Jersey and say the YMCA has been unhelpful. He writes that he is no longer in the 21st Engineers but is now in the 153rd Depot Brigade. Is appalled that the army asked the boys at Camp Dix to re-enlist. Written on Army and Navy Young Men's Christian Association letterhead. Written at Camp Dix.

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6 June 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dr. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his father sending him birthday wishes. Reports that letters are strictly censored and he is not able to write with much detail. Includes his address. Postscript reports that the letter was returned; it was eventually mailed with GLC07810.022. Written on YMCA letterhead.

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16 June 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his mother that he is healthy and getting along well. Says that mail may be infrequent and unsatisfactory but not because something has happened to him. Describes letter-writing as a chore and may not have the opportunity to write very often. Includes his address. Written on YMCA letterhead. Mailed with GLC07810.022.

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30 June - 1 July 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dr. and Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his parents about his lack of correspondence from the family and the unreliability of the mail. Mentions the countryside and adds that any description of the land is prohibited. He has recieved a letter from a friend who informs him that Harold is at Camp Meade. Requests three pairs of woolen socks.

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7 July 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dr. and Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his parents about having a relaxing Sunday answering letters. Reports having gotten letters from several family friends. Wonders how Harold is doing. Written on Camp Lee, Virginia, letterhead.

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7 July 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his mother about his general well-being. Inquires as to Harold's whereabouts. Includes a Christmas list and instructions for mailing care packages. Written on a YMCA aerogramme. An aerogramme consists of a blank sheet of paper with folding instructions and adhesive flaps that becomes its own envelope, and carries prepaid postage at the international airmail letter rate.

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21 July 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dr. and Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Writes to his parents about what little time he has to correspond. Discusses the unreliable mail. Thanks his parents for all their letters. Written on a YMCA aerogramme. An aerogramme consists of a blank sheet of paper with folding instructions and adhesive flaps that becomes its own envelope, and carries prepaid postage at the international airmail letter rate.

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11 August 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Thanks his mother for all her letters and wants to know how long it takes for his correspondence to reach Ohio. Asks about Harold and reports that he has not received any mail from him. Tells his mother that a Christmas package coupon was sent from the army so she should have a package ready. Written on a YMCA aerogramme. An aerogramme consists of a blank sheet of paper with folding instructions and adhesive flaps that becomes its own envelope, and carries prepaid postage at the international airmail letter rate.

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2 September 1918

Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins

Tells his mother he is still healthy and getting increasingly busy. Discusses the local conditions and reports having seen friends from home. Wonders why he hasn't received any mail. Written on a YMCA aerogramme. An aerogramme consists of a blank sheet of paper with folding instructions and adhesive flaps that becomes its own envelope, and carries prepaid postage at the international airmail letter rate.

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