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to Moe Weiner
19 July 1929
Dworken, Archie, fl. 1944
Archie writes that he is somewhere in California. He just learned that Moe is now a corporal. He also mentions that he heard from Bea.
GLC09414.1678
1929-1945
Rose, fl. 1944
Rose reports on her visit with Sylvia. She drew a picture of her, Sylvia and Sarah sitting at the table "in varying states of undress" and laments there are no men to appreciate this.
GLC09414.1679
Ed, fl. 1944
Ed is glad that Moe is home. He has heard Nat Klotz was rejected from the army because of a spinal operation he had. Ed hopes that Moe will be assigned close to home, and his loved ones.
GLC09414.1680
Maugel, Bess, fl. 1944
Bess writes a poem about what Moe means to her. She starts the poem by telling Moe that Sylvia ordered her to write this.
GLC09414.1681
7 January 1945
Becker, David, fl. 1943-1945
This letter is from Moe's nephew. He thanks Moe for the gifts. He also draws a picture of a German general on the last page.
GLC09414.1682
Play Summary
2001
This is a summary of the play "Picnic" it most likely belonged to Sylvia Weiner, as the production was in the 2001 season.
GLC09414.1683
Theater Ticket
17 May 2001
2 tickets to a performance of the Merchant of Venice for Sylvia Weiner. The play took place at the Stratford Festival of Canada.
GLC09414.1684
to Sylvia Weiner
Levine, Hyman, fl. 1942
A short note from Hy, he writes that he received a card saying his wife had been killed in an auto crash. He says he can now see what a jack-ass he's been.
GLC09414.1685
23 April 1943
Bernie, fl. 1943
Bernie writes that he is sorry he hasn't written sooner, he thought he had lost Sylvia's address but recently found it. He mentions that he is expecting his parents to visit at the end of April.
GLC09414.1686
February 28, 1929
Becker, Samuel, fl. 1943
Sam complains about army life. He also tells a humorous story about his quest for shoes that fit properly, in the end he has four pairs of shoes.
GLC09414.1687
27 August 1929
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
Moe wishes Sylvia a happy birthday from Switzerland where he is on furlough, and asks her to call. She wrote on the back that she could not get a call through.
GLC09414.1688
Lil, fl. 1929-1945
Lil writes that she tried to contact Sylvia several times by phone but was unsuccessful. She also says she did get the message that Moe is in Oregon, and asks Sylvia to confirm the address.
GLC09414.1689
to Sylvia and Moe Weiner
Becker, Madeline, 1915-1995
Madeline writes that she contacted the telephone company and explained the past due bills, the company agreed to wait until they returned. She also reports that she cleaned the garage and rearranged the bedroom. Madeline provides a drawing of the new...
GLC09414.1690
Sam writes that he would like to hear from Sylvia once in a while. He mentions that he went to Savannah and discovered the Jewish community there.
GLC09414.1691
Madeline writes that she is glad that Moe is in a camp in the West instead of the East, she heard the difference is amazing. She is currently in Florida, unfortunately, it isn't so glamorous because there are soldiers everywhere. She also mentions...
GLC09414.1692
Birthday poem
A birthday poem for Sylvia. Written on plain piece of paper.
GLC09414.1693
Marge, fl. 1943
Marge writes that the ration board only gave blue points for some reason. She asks Sylvia to do her a favor and call the ration board and complain about insufficient stamps for meat and butter. She says both are needed to help Joe who is still very...
GLC09414.1694
to Mom and Pop (Moe's parents)
Weiner, Pepi, fl. 1905-2000
Pepi writes that Willie is probably going to Panama, but she is worried about the store they own, and does not want to leave it. She sends 10 dollars, and invites her parents over.
GLC09414.1696
to Dad
Sam writes that he would like a certified copy of David's birth certificate. Since Mad is in Florida Sam thought he'd be able to help him. He also says that he misses David terribly.
GLC09414.1697
Baseball ticket
14 April 1943
Yankees-Giants-Dodgers baseball ticket, with red and blue letters and green shading. the ticket is for a double header with the proceeds going to the Civilian Defense Volunteer office. The ticket is unused and complete.
GLC09414.1698
February 11, 1945
Moe compares his recent Sunday to a Sunday at home. He writes that the boys went to see "Barber in Seville," He also says he is glad that Sylvia liked the perfume he sent.
GLC09414.1699
February 12, 1945
Moe writes that it will be a busy week as the company is having another party, among other things. He thinks Sylvia's father should stay in Florida for the rest of the winter.
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February 13, 1945
Moe writes that Spring is in the air. He watched the French people dressed up for Mardi Gras, and saw a Bob Hope movie.
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February 14, 1945
Moe reports that there has been very good weather lately. He visited the Municipal Library and went to a revue. He tells Sylvia not to worry about a house "wifely" existence any time soon.
GLC09414.1702
February 15, 1945
Moe apologizes for forgetting to mention Valentine's Day. Today, however is the day of the company party. The weather has turned and it is now much colder.
GLC09414.1703
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