15 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 15, 1943. Susan writes that she was cleaning the house all week. She thanks Leonard for the photo and says everyone she showed it to says it is "a swell picture." Raymond is going to take the car to get anti-freeze in it soon.

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19 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 19, 1943. Susan opens the letter stating that it is still house cleaning time and there is still a few rooms to go. She mentions that she gave Leonard's green suit to Lill to make a coat suit, and the pants went to Lill's boarder. She reports Jessie wrote to her and was very proud of her victory garden and how much it produced. There was a fire in town from a neglected iron. She didn't go see the wreakage yet but plans to that week. She advises Leonard to spread out answering letters in the…

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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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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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2 November 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 November 2, 1943. Susan writes that it took quite a while to convince Raymond to write a letter. She said he didn't know what to write about so she gave him some pointers and told him that he should be able to write a "nice long letter" with his new pen. Also Leonard was right Raymond did write him in Indiantown Gap even though Raymond doesn't remember it. Susan says she misses the fall, the leaves aren't pretty colors but maybe it will be better next year. Susan also comments on the gas situation,…

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11 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 11, 1943. Susan writes that it is a beautiful day out and she might do the laundry instead of waiting until the next day when she will have help. She and Raymond took a drive down to Indiantown Gap the night before and visited some friends. She comments that Indiantown Gap has changed a lot. There are barracks, mess halls, school buildings and chapels. The roads were lined with Jeeps and different types of trucks. There was also visible drilling fields. Susan commented that she and Raymond…

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27 August 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 August 27, 1943. She is glad that Leonard is doing well in Atlantic City. She reports that he received a letter from the Selective Service which tells him to "report for introduction Sept. 6th 8 a.m." Also suggests that Leonard write to Doris Bixler. Signed, "Love Mother."

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14 September 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 September 14, 1943. Susan is glad Leonard is doing well and mentions that the neighbors are curious about how he is faring. She refers to the letter and visitor pass from R.R.M. Emmit [GLC.09611.078.01-.02] and is excited about the possibility to visit Leonard. She relays good news concerning Leonard's Ration Book. Raymond took the ration book to the ration board where they can replace it. She says "you surely ought to have gas to travel when you're home." And mentions that things at home are "about…

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19 September 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 September 19, 1943. Leonard's mother writes about speaking with Robert Winemiller's mother on the phone and that she gave her his address. She also included Robert's new address at Camp Phillips, Kansas which he provided in a card to Leonard's mother. Mentioned Kenneth called hoping to speak with Leonard and that she gave him his address. She asks about what things Leonard is up to and mentions that Raymond ran Leonard's car for a short period of time. Signed, "Mother & Daddy."

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21 September 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 September 21, 1943.Susan reassures Leonard that she is writing him. She tells him about the people asking about him and updates him about the family.

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23 September 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 September 23, 1943. Susan is glad that Leonard has started to receive her mail. After telling Leonard that his father insisted on returning the rations book, she says she is surprised that they have to do their own laundry and cleaning in the barracks, she suggests, "you will learn to keep house while you are in the navy." Susan assures Leonard that his father is running the car per his instructions. Referring to their churches annual report she mentions, "On the back page the[y] have honor roll of…

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27 September 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 September 27, 1943. Susan begins her letter telling Leonard she just paid her gas, electric, and telephone bill. At which point she recounts her and Raymond's trip to "the farm" and updates Leonard on the family. She is proud of Leonard for the good scores he talks about in an earlier letter, GLC09611.091. And encourages him by saying, "I've always said you could do more than you sometime thought It's determination that's what it takes. Put your shoulder to the wheel and have determination to go…

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29 September 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 September 29, 1943. Susan begins by telling Leonard she decided to write the letter before ironing laundry. She mentions having several big days ahead of her; Thursday is payday and she wants to go in town for a new hat. When she was in town Monday she had to carry her packages because "they wont deliver any packages less than five pounds." She tells Leonard that Mrs. Riegle brought his letter for her to read. Susan has given Leonard's address to other so that they may write him and asks about why he…

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3 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 3, 1943. Susan assures Leonard that she and Raymond have been busy on the weekends, but to expect a letter from Raymond soon. Viola the next door neighbor made fudge to send to Leonard, Susan plans to send some candy she bought with the fudge. She asks, "Please do not destroy the box. Send it back, I can use it to send you some again." Susan apologizes for Leonard's company number being addressed wrong in the church catalogue saying she provided it over the phone and then provided the right…

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4 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 4, 1943. Susan informs Leonard that she went to town and shopped for three hours. She had her boxes of candy, cookies, and a bracelet Leonard asked for insured for the mail. She confirms receiving a box of articles that could not fit in his sea bag. About the list of articles he sent home in [GLC09611.098.02] she asks if he had to pay for it all or if the government covers the expenses. Signed "Mother and Daddy."

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31 August 1937

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 August 31, 1937. Susan details going to a reunion that had good attendance, singing, and speakers. She asks Leonard to thank Jessie for a waffle recipe and a photograph. She writes that the house in the photograph looks like a very nice home. She relays that Bobby came to see Leonard and Charley and Raymond asked about him. Throughout the letter Susan mentions how tired she is and that she does not feel well.

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January 26, 1959

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Document signed

Title: [Cashed loan check]

One check from Susan Prowell Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 26, 1959. The check's amount is $300. The memo line on the check reads, "Loan." The check is issued by the Harrisburg Trust Company. Stamped with holes indicating that it has been cashed.

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January 14, 1963

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Document signed

Title: [Cashed loan check]

One check from Susan Prowell Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 14, 1963. The check's amount is $250. The memo line on the check reads, "Loan." The check is issued by the Harrisburg Trust Company. Stamped with holes indicating that it has been cashed.

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January 19, 1944

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 January 19, 1944. Susan writes leonard that it has been a month since she was last able to write him. She describes the symptoms she has been feeling as well as the treatments the doctor has been giving her. She is feeling better and her sinuses are feeling less clogged. She is so grateful towards Malinda for writing to him and keeping them both updated on everything. She mentions that Raymond wrote about the car battery. Also Raymond has been working about the same as normally, he leaves at seven in…

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January 27, 1944

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 January 27, 1944.

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January 27, 1944

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Newspaper clipping

Title: Charles H. Moore

One newspaper clipping dated January 27, 1944. Obituary for Chares H. Moore.

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January 27, 1944

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Newspaper clipping

Title: F.K Kitzmiller Dies; Pharmacist 50 Years

One newspaper clipping dated January 27, 1944. Obituary for Frank K. Kitzmiller.

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January 30, 1944

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 January 30, 1944.

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February 20, 1944

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Newspaper clipping

Title: Ensminger Studios advertisement

One newspaper clipping sent to Leonard Eugene Graeff from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated February 20, 1944. Features an advertisement for Ensminger Studios a photography studio. The ad features Kenneth L. Brady, Seaman first or second class. who is "one of the best known boy sopranos in Central Pennsylvania" and is now serving in the Navy.

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February 13, 1944

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 February 13, 1944.

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