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to Moe Weiner

Bess writes a poem about what Moe means to her. She starts the poem by telling Moe that Sylvia ordered her to write this.

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to Moe Weiner

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.

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Play Summary

This is a summary of the play "Picnic" it most likely belonged to Sylvia Weiner, as the production was in the 2001 season.

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Theater Ticket

2 tickets to a performance of the Merchant of Venice for Sylvia Weiner. The play took place at the Stratford Festival of Canada.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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.

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to Sylvia and Moe Weiner

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...

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to Sylvia Weiner

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.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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...

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Birthday poem

A birthday poem for Sylvia. Written on plain piece of paper.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Marge writes that they are now in Revere. She hopes Sylvia is adjusting to life without Moe. She is looking forward to going back to New York.

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to Mom and Pop (Moe's parents)

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.

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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.

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Baseball ticket

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.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Dave is glad Sylvia got to visit Moe in Washington. He writes that he hasn't written Mad in a while but wishes he could see her. He says that at the end of the summer Rose and the kids will go back to Brooklyn. He also asks after Sylvia's health.

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4 postcards of landmarks in Washington State

four postcards that include Mount Rainier, Mount Saint Helens, Columbia River and the Grand Coulee Dam

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to Sylvia and Mad

Miriam's business card wishing Sylvia and Mad a happy new year in English and Hebrew.

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Card for Motel Fountaine

Advertisement card for Motel Fountaine in Tacoma Washington. It is most likely a place where Moe stayed on one of his nights in town while training in Fort Lewis. The card features a print of motel and surrounding area.

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Sex Hygiene and Venereal Disease

A pamphlet issued by the War Department that gives facts and advice about sexual hygiene and venereal diseases.

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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.

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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.

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