25 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 25, 1943. Leonard writes he heard from Lill about the suit and hopes it come out nice. He is anxious to get home and wants them to send him his blue bag to pack. He heard from Fuzz and think it's possible Russell Winemiller is back home. He inquires if his father got a new pen. He just got the peanuts Susan sent him in the afternoon mail call. They are not what he wanted but they are really good. Leonard wrote the second page of the letter at the Hostess house. He went to dinner with some…

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28 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 28, 1943. Leonard can't wait to get home only 8 more days. He is glad they had a good drive the other day and hopes the gas situation is good. He asks them to tell Aunt Malinda he is bringing home more pictures and has one for her. He heard about an explosion in Easton and was glad it wasn't as bad as it could have been. Leonard went to the infirmary for foot pain and got out of drilling and wearing his boots for a few days. He says it is a problem where the tendon meets the heel bone and he…

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30 October 1943

Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 30, 1943. Leonard writes primarily his father surprised that his father wrote a letter to him. He likes the new pen, and asks again for his blue bag. They just got their Navy dress whites, they are very fancy and feel like a fifty dollar suit. Leonard writes that it doesn't feel like he's been in training that long, but he realized how much he learned watching a new company that just came in. He also mentions that his company got a banty rooster, a hen and a baby chick. The cleanest company…

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21 October 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Typed letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 21, 1943. Robert writes that he heard about the fire at home and how big it was. He complains about having to get his hair cut in the army. He compliments Leonard on the photo, and commiserates about the lack of mail. He also mentions Dottie and how he doesn't know why he is still involved with her. He wishes he could be stationed near home and find someone to love him. Robert signs as "Fuzz."

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19 October 1943

Miller, Richard C., fl. 1941-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Richard jokes about friction between them now since he is in the Army and Leonard is in the Navy. He says if he had a choice he would have joined the Navy too, although he has been very lucky in the Army. He just saw a movie short feature on the training at Great Lakes. He requests that Leonard send him pictures with his new haircut. He wishes Leonard good luck with the girls if his hair looks as bad as Richard's did.

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19 October 1943

Fencil, Roselina, fl. 1943-1945

Header Record

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff [Decimalized .01-.02]

Two letters to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated, October 19, 1943. One letter is from Roselina Fencil, the other is from Melvin Fencil

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19 October 1943

Fencil, Roselina, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Roselina Fencil to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Roselina thanks Leonard for the letter and it is good to hear from him. She is still having back problems, and the doctor wants to put her in a cast for ten days to reduce the pain. Roselina does not want to do this as it will be expensive and she believes the doctor sees it as an experiment. She mentions that Melvin is working at the Firestone plant retreading tires three nights a week. She is also worried about her son Eddie starting school and her daughter Joanna getting hurt. She asks Leonard to write again…

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19 October 1943

Fencil, Melvin, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Melvin Fencil to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 19, 1943. Melvin hopes that Leonard continues to like the Navy. He checked with the draft board and they have a "Certificate of Occupation" filed by Texas Co. He hopes that he will be in the clear and won't be drafted. He doesn't understand why the oil industry isn't considered as essential to national defense. He wishes Leonard well and hopes he gets into the officer school he mentioned in his letter.

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21 October 1943

Walter, June, fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from June Walter to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 21, 1943. June writes that she is glad to hear from Leonard and that he seems to be doing "swell," she encourages him to do good in school and study hard. June apologizes for the way she is writing, but she is picking up Southern turns of phrase from all the Southern offices stationed at "The Gap Lane." She went out to "Springers" the other night and lists some of the songs in the "Jingle Box." June compliments Leonard again on the photo he sent her. She also sympathizes with him on how many haircuts he has to get. She…

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27 October 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Typed letter

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 27, 1943. Robert asks if Leonard has been parading recently, he also asks a trivia question about marching positions. Robert breaks down what number and type of troops there are in a company. He mentions he was accepted into OCS (Officer Candidate School) and is very proud of himself for working hard enough to get in. Robert signs as Fuzz.

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22 October 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 22, 1943. Susan writes that it has been a busy week. There was fire wood and kindling they had that Malinda wanted, so Raymond had to bring it over. She also cleaned the house a bit and had a doctor's appointment. Susan mentions Fall orders came in and she managed to get herself a new sweater, table cloth, pocket book, house dress and a general wear dress. She mentions sending him a box of peanuts. She mentions visiting Malinda, and showing his photo to her. Malinda really likes it and would…

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25 October 1943

Zell, Edward B., fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Eddie Zell to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 25, 1943. Eddie writes to inquire when Leonard will be home from training at Great Lakes. He wants to make sure to get together. Eddie also mentions a few girls he knows and that he is thinking of calling Nancy and Bobby to set up dates for him. He mentions delivering mail all day in the rain. In a post script Eddie says that he and Bobbie haven't made up, it is too complicated for a letter but he will tell Leonard all about it when he is home.

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24 October 1943

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 24, 1943. Susan writes that her and Raymond took a long drive through the country and then checked on Leonard's car. Raymond cleaned off the car and swept the garage. Susan also mentions eating "Chow Chow" that a neighbor made and believes Leonard would have enjoyed it. She reports that Mr. Richwine had a heart attack at the age of eighty and is not doing well. There was also a gas explosion in Easton but Leonard will have to find the details in the newspaper.

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27 October 1943

Stouffer, Bernice, fl. 1943-1945

Typed letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Bernice Stouffer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 27, 1943. Bernice apologizes for not writing sooner. She is glad Leonard likes the Navy and wonders if it is possible for Leonard to visit her boyfriend Bruce who is also in the Navy. Bernice updates Leonard on "Eggie" who was just home on leave. She thinks he will be in the United States for the whole war as he is at Eglin Air Field fixing planes. She wishes Bruce could be so lucky as to be stationed in the United States but knows it is a pipe dream. Moyer is on furlough right now and will go to St. Petersburg to school…

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29 October 1973

Fina, Nicholas J., fl. 1973

Typed letter signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Nicholas J. Fina to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Fina writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. He states, "I do not feel he is fit to hold office."

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28 October 1973

Dunker, A. Keith, fl. 1973

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from A. Keith Dunker to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 28, 1973. Dunker writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. He also mentions congressional checks on the president asking, "What will be the limitation on presidential power."

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29 October 1973

Freing, Leslie, fl. 1973

Typed letter signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Leslie Freing to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Freing writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. She also mentions the firing of special prosecutor, Archibald Cox stating, "This diregard [sic] for the separation of power principle by the president."

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1973

Small, Kenneth A., fl. 1973

Autograph note signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Kenneth A. Small to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated 1973. Small writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon.

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27 October 1973

O'Neill, Nancy, fl. 1974

Typed letter signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Nancy O'Neill and John O'Neill to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 27, 1973. the O'Neills write in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. They state, "Nixon's continued defiance is destroying our government of laws."

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29 October 1973

Watkins, Lenore P., fl. 1973

Postcard

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Lenore P. Watkins to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Watkins writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. She declares herself, "a very concerned citizen of these United States."

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29 October 1973

Jahnkow, Frederick, fl. 1973

Postcard

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Frederick Jahnkow to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Jahnkow writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. He also mentions Nixon's use of tax money, and the engagement in the Vietnam War declaring that Nixion is, "using tax $$ to improve his private properties."

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22 October 1973

Mahakian, Goriah W., fl. 1973

Typed note signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Goriah W. Mahakian to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 22, 1973. Mahakian writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. He states that, "no American citizen, regardless of position or public office, is above the Constitution."

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29 October 1938

Frank, fl. 1938

Header Record

Title: [Note and sketches to Leonard Eugene Graeff] [Decimalized .01-.03]

One note from Frank to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 29, 1938, and two crayon sketches of a jack-o-lantern and a cat. Sent in one envelope.

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1939-1963

Various

Header Record

Title: [Legal and bank documents of Leonard Eugene Graeff] [Decimalized .01-.06]

Four items regarding the Workers Compensation case of "Leonard Eugene Graeff (Claimant) v. Postal Telegraph-Cable Co. (Defendant)." There are two cashed checks to Leonard Eugene Graeff from Susan Prowell Graeff, dated January 26, 1959 and January 14, 1963.

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27 October 1943

Stouffer, E.M., Mrs., fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Mrs. E.M. Stouffer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 27, 1943. Mrs. Stouffer writes that she has not gone to visit Leonard's mother, Susan because she has not been feeling well. She has had five shots in the arm already and must have more still. She reports that Moyer is home again for ten days, Charlie leaves on Friday and Monks will depart the next week. She has only had four letters from Wayne. She is sure Leonard is anxious to get home.

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