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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe request the details on Bill Burke being in the hospital. He also says that he has not heard from Jack but suspects a letter is on the way. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1490

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his last day in Switzerland. They went to Basel, and found a cafe where they had cheese sandwiches and beer, they also found a chocolate shop. He finally had to catch the train back to camp. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1491

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he bought a new camera. Now that restrictions on tires have been lifted, encouraged Sylvia to scout around for some new ones. He also notes the beginning of Rosh Hashanah. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1492

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he went to town for the whole day, and attended services. He writes that while he has seen a lot of places, he is no longer interested, he just wants to come home. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1493

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is still waiting to find out if they will move from Camp Boston. He describes a typical day, and says there is not much work lately he is just getting lazy. He apologizes and says that he has nothing to write about because nothing much happens...

GLC09414.1494

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that some of the boys went fishing and caught a trout. He also discusses the point system and how some men will be transferred out and others transferred in. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1495

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that soon they will be able to make new memories again, not just live off the old ones. He asks Sylvia if she asked Paul Stein about an apartment, and wishes her a happy birthday. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1496

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that autumn is beginning. He asks how the mail has been coming. He also says he is glad Sylvia received the first part of the trip to Switzerland already. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1497

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports they may move back to Reims. He asks about his razor, and tells Sylvia to take it to the Schick people for an overhauling. He also comments that he plans to go to a show that night. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1498

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he ended up not going to the show because the line to get in was too long. He also writes that Sylvia and Olga had their hopes up about them coming home and now they will have to wait again from Reims.Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1499

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that they will most likely move on Friday, and that if Sylvia doesn't hear from him for a couple of days it doesn't mean he's coming home. He also includes a short note from Joe. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1500

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is writing from Paris, he describes the hotel and his surroundings. He also says that while the women are pretty, the Swiss women are prettier.

GLC09414.1501

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he is back in Reims. He is glad Sylvia was finally able to secure housing, but says they can keep looking when he gets back. He also tells her to take better care of herself.

GLC09414.1502

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is back at work but there is not much to do. He regrets mixing up the date of her birthday for the third year in a row, and swears he will not do it again.

GLC09414.1503

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he is fed up with waiting to come home. He says the whole system of deciding who gets to come home and who doesn't is ridiculous. He also writes that he enclosed a ticket from their day at the races. This ticket is not included in the...

GLC09414.1504

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe sent this V-Mail from Paris, he says he took a tour of Versailles, then saw the Folies Bergère. Finally he went to the races.

GLC09414.1505

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe got shaved and, picked up his jacket from the tailor. He reports his plans to go to the movies tonight. He also responds to Sylvia's letters.

GLC09414.1506

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe was unable to go to the movies that night because the show was cancelled. He went the next night instead. Afterwards they passed a Jewish club, only the 2nd one he'd seen in his 2 years overseas.

GLC09414.1507

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe makes it clear that his application for discharge won't necessarily take 90 days. That is just the maximum amount of time. The also had a meeting after supper to discuss the last company affair.

GLC09414.1508

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe complains about the cigarettes they are giving out in the army. He says they are some kind of generic brand called "Zippers." He also plans to go to the theater tomorrow.

GLC09414.1509

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the company party is tomorrow night. He has enclosed photographs from Paris. He also writes that it is unfair many men might be discharged before lots of us are.

GLC09414.1510

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that Marty has pharyngitis. He went to see a comedy the other night. He also tells Sylvia not to be upset that men 35 years of age were eligible for discharge. He may get out on points alone.

GLC09414.1511

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe described the farewell banquet, and how he went to a cafe afterwards. He also visited Marty in the hospital, and went to the movies the next night.

GLC09414.1512

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe did not do much today, he went and saw Marty in the hospital. Once he is transferred out of the company, a period of indeterminate waiting will begin. He also asks if Sylvia has moved into Marge's apartment yet.

GLC09414.1513

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to a "Halfway House." He also reports that Marty is out of the hospital.

GLC09414.1514

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he is now an infantry man for the first time, and that they are in Marseilles and living in tents. He warns Sylvia not to look for him before the 15th of November.

GLC09414.1515

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he doesn't understand the process of getting men home, and writes the process is not very efficient and consists of a lot of paperwork. They will leave Marseilles on Oct. 20th and then go to the Calas staging area. There they will get on a...

GLC09414.1516

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that yesterday was the 18th anniversary of his start in government service. He writes that they are in the area where Van Gogh supposedly did a lot of painting. He will not be able to write after the 14th, and comments that he is no longer...

GLC09414.1517

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that it has been 2 years since he boarded the Elizabeth in New York. He tells Sylvia to come up a with some places they can vacation when he comes home. Marty and Olga will go with them.

GLC09414.1518

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe cannot believe that he will soon be coming home after two years, and writes this may be his last letter from overseas.

GLC09414.1519

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he is currently in the Victaret Area, and is beginning to get impatient. Last Sunday he and Marty spent the day in Marseilles and visited a famous prison. He also asks after Sylvia's health.

GLC09414.1520

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he is preparing for movie night, and that he visited Marty in his barracks and played gin rummy.

GLC09414.1521

to Sylvia Weiner

This letter is only the first page of a letter, the writer says he is ashamed of himself and grateful that Sylvia forgave him and wrote to him. The writer asks after her husband, sister and her brother, and calls Moe such a nice husband. It is not...

GLC09414.1522

to Sylvia Weiner

Fabian Gagnon writes that he remembered Sylvia's last letter that spoke of the "catastrophe that over took her for the 2nd time." He does not say what that catastrophe is exactly. He also reminds her to visit the next time she is in Quebec.

GLC09414.1523

to Emergency Welfare Division

Memo to Emergency Welfare Division Staff about approved insignia required to move through the streets in the event of an air raid, blackout or air raid drill.

GLC09414.1524

to Sylvia Weiner

Hy writes that he is very indifferent to everything lately and has been drinking a lot in his spare time. He asks to be saved from this mental mess.

GLC09414.1525

to Moe and Sylvia

Les writes that he had a very short leave recently and brought back souvenirs of his visits to the states. He reports that his sister has injured herself, and he is missing some hats.

GLC09414.1526

Business card of James M. Doyle

Business card James M. Doyle, Lieutenant

GLC09414.1527

Invitation to Graduation

Invitation to the graduation of officer candidates of Mississippi State College

GLC09414.1528

to Sylvia Weiner

Sam writes that he received Sylvia's package of salami and halvah. He shared it with the boys, and tried to get some mustard from the Px, but they said it was against regulations.

GLC09414.1529

Order to report for induction

A notice informing Moe Weiner that he has been selected for training and service in the army.

GLC09414.1530

Moe Weiner is called to active duty in the Reserve Corp.

This document states that effective March 5th, 1943, Moe is Weiner is called for active duty. And will proceed to the Reception Center, Camp Upton.

GLC09414.1531

to Sylvia and Moe Weiner

Alvin writes from basic training camp, he asks how Moe did in his induction exam. He also writes that they made him a drill instructor.

GLC09414.1532

to Sylvia and Moe Weiner

Samuel writes that he heard that Moe is definitely in the army now. He hopes Moe will never have to actually fight, but says everyone has to do their part in the war, no matter what. He is currently in St. Louis, and wants to know where Moe will be.

GLC09414.1533

to Sylvia Weiner

Alvin writes that there is a group of boys from out West that sing cowboy songs and they can sing really well.

GLC09414.1534

Budget list

This is a piece of scratch paper with list of things to do and budget.

GLC09414.1535

Pay stub

Pay stub for Moe Weiner 2/16-2/28 1943 totaling $113.54

GLC09414.1536

to Sylvia and Moe

Lillian writes that everyone is anxious to know about Moe.

GLC09414.1537

to Sylvia Weiner

Sam writes that he sympathizes with Sylvia over the separation from Moe. He says he is concerned about David and the way he thinks of his father. He is currently at Camp Davis, and will be ready for OCS in a few weeks.

GLC09414.1538

to Sylvia Weiner

Postcard featuring the Florida Everglades

GLC09414.1539

to Sylvia Weiner

Charlie writes that he has been trying to call Sylvia for the past week. He wanted to ask if there is anything he do to help, although he knows the only thing she really wants is her husband back.

GLC09414.1540

to Sylvia Weiner

Frank apologizes for not being able to write sooner because he has been so busy, sometimes working twice a day and travelling for 8 hours at a time. He says he will write to Moe over the weekend.

GLC09414.1542

to Moe Weiner

James Doyle writes from North Africa, saying that the treatment is very good there. They have excellent rations and the champagne is very good. He brags throughout the whole letter.

GLC09414.1543

to Mad

Moe is glad that Mad and Sylvia have been able to find a place for her and that she now accepts the situation. He writes that Dave didn't really love her but, Ben seems like a grand guy. He also claims that he is very sympathetic toward Sam, even...

GLC09414.1544

to Mad

Ben begins with a drawing of three interlocking circles. He writes that they represent the people in the office. The first is for "ferocious females," the second for "4 f'ers," and the third is for the "rest of us that have become trapeze artists...

GLC09414.1545

to Moe and Sylvia

The unknown author says they are glad to have finally heard from both Moe and Sylvia. the write that Pop went to stay with Pepi for a while to get away from Mom. Also Adele and her boyfriend broke up, and Bernie and Francis gave birth to a baby boy.

GLC09414.1546

to Mad and Ben

Sylvia is writing from writing from Ft. Lewis. She says she is glad the refrigerator got fixed., and wishes she could take it home along with the cabin (illustrates this in pictures). She also writes that Moe is more reserved than usual, but expects...

GLC09414.1547

to Sylvia Weiner

Sylvia's father writes that Alvin was able to get a flight home. He is already flying solo. Her father is glad to hear Sylvia's trip was pleasant. He also reports that Mother has stomach problems

GLC09414.1548

to Moe and Sylvia Weiner

Hy says he is glad to finally hear from them. He writes that he is fully recovered from the poison ivy, but has had some sinus troubles. He also reports that his wife writes him every day.

GLC09414.1549

to Moe and Sylvia Weiner

Mad reports that she heard that Alvin is seeing a girl named Sybil. She thinks it must be so ideal where Sylvia is with Moe, she is dying for more news from them. She also mentions Marge and Joe and David.

GLC09414.1550

to Sylvia Weiner

Sylvia's mother writes that she is happy to hear that Sylvia is well and Moe is looking good. She also reports that Alvin was home for 30 hours.

GLC09414.1551

to Sylvia Weiner

Sam writes that he hopes he is not late in writing he just got their address from Sarah. He says he has received Sylvia's letter in which she described her wonderful week. He also comments on how the adjustment of separation is something they both...

GLC09414.1552

to Sylvia Weiner

Marge writes that Joe has lost his job but they are not worried because he has plenty of contacts. She also writes that Adele has been scratching herself since her breaking up with her boyfriend.

GLC09414.1553

to Sylvia and Moe

Alvin writes that he has finished flying. He compares flying to driving a car and then points out the differences.

GLC09414.1554

Listing of men of the Salvage Repair company

This is a list of men by row in a photo which is not included.

GLC09414.1555

to Moe Weiner

Mad asks Moe to write or wire immediately because she has not heard from Sylvia in a week, and needs to know when her train is coming in.

GLC09414.1556

to Moe Weiner

James Doyle mentions Archie who expects to get a furlough soon. He also writes that Bea returned to Brooklyn after visiting her sick mother.

GLC09414.1557

to Moe Weiner

Doyle asks if Moe knows anything about Archie's whereabouts. He mentions that he was BC mess officer but is now on company duty.

GLC09414.1558

to Sylvia Weiner

Joe asks Sylvia how it feels to be back in New York. He writes that Moe is sergeant now so he doesn't have any real work. He refers to a time when she was visiting and Moe was on K.P, so he kept her company in the service club. He mentions one of his...

GLC09414.1559

to Sylvia Weiner

Joe describes a picnic that he went on with Moe and Frank. He claims he is jealous that Moe doesn't get stuck with lousy detail work anymore because he is a sergeant, but also writes that he would rather work under him than any other guy.

GLC09414.1561

to Sylvia and Mad

Alvin describes the surrounding town and some of his fellow soldiers. He also talks about a girl he likes, and closes with a poem about how the army has made a man of him.

GLC09414.1562

to Moe Weiner

Leo appears to be a former coworker of Moe's. He mentions Ed, Harold, Sam and Bill.

GLC09414.1563

to Sylvia Weiner

Harry writes that he enjoyed Sylvia's previous letters. He says he is glad she is getting together with Rosa. He also comments that she seems as happy as can be under the circumstances.

GLC09414.1564

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.

GLC09414.1565

to Sylvia Weiner

2 Technician Fourth Grade badges sent by Pat Mooney. The badges are brown and green

GLC09414.1566

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

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

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.

GLC09414.1570

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

to Mr. and Mrs. Greenfield

Alvin writes that the weather has held up the ship that is bound for the U.S.

GLC09414.1572

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue includes a photograph of Michael Dworken

GLC09414.1573

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue includes a photograph of Peter Dworetsky, the author's infant son, and writes about the Soviet Union.

GLC09414.1574

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue includes another photograph of Peter Dworetsky, the author's infant son. It also includes a pregnancy...

GLC09414.1575

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue mentions that fifteen year-old Robert Levinson was appointed to the All City band. It also says an acquaintance...

GLC09414.1576

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue mentions that Archie's unit got the Presidential Citation.

GLC09414.1577

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue mentions that Dworetsky's infant son was able to stand for the first time.

GLC09414.1578

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue features a fashion column in which Dworetsky describes his own suits.

GLC09414.1579

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue features a photograph of the Dworetsky sitting at his typewriter.

GLC09414.1580

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue features a photograph of Dworetsky's infant son in his 1944 model carriage.

GLC09414.1581

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue features a photograph of Robert in uniform. It also includes an application for a war ballot.

GLC09414.1582

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. In this issue the Dworetsky talks about his new job with the Overseas Film Division. He also responds to letters from his...

GLC09414.1583

to Sylvia Weiner

Gellis writes there is nothing unusual going on. As usual Marty and Moe are playing gin rummy. He mentions that he got very homesick when they first came to England.

GLC09414.1584

to Sylvia Weiner

Gellis writes that he is confused by all the English expressions, especially the way they refer to money. He thinks Sylvia's work with the selective service is interesting.

GLC09414.1585

to Mrs. Malcolm

Sylvia writes a thank you letter for the hospitality Mrs. Malcolm displayed towards Moe. She writes that she is sure he would not have had such a good time on furlough if it has not been for Mrs. Malcolm.

GLC09414.1586

to children (Sylvia, Mad)

Sylvia's father writes that he heard that aunt Fanny is going into the hospital for treatment. He also says that he thinks David might be going to Julliard one day, and writes that it has been cloudy and rainy lately.

GLC09414.1587

to Sylvia

Gellis writes that they've moved much closer to town and there is a Jewish Community Center and synagogue.

GLC09414.1589

to Mr. and Mrs. Weiner

Moe writes that it is about time he wrote a letter. He also asks about Marge and Joe.

GLC09414.1590

to Sylvia and Mad

Alvin hopes that Sylvia does not have another attack. He is glad she got promoted. Alvin also says he is concerned that he is spending the best years of his life in the army.

GLC09414.1591

to Sylvia

Jack thanks Sylvia for the postcard of midtown New York. He says he can't wait to try all the new places Sylvia writes about in her letters.

GLC09414.1592

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and five other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This is the final issue, and features a welcome home sign for Archie.

GLC09414.1593