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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions his interest in Indian and Chinese coins. He asks Sylvia for a new pen point, and refers to Sid Raphael.

GLC09414.1068

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a dance he and Jack attend. He says he can't dance "with any living woman but you." He also thanks Sylvia for the ink and candy, and mentions that he has been listening to lectures.

GLC09414.1069

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to London with Jack, saw Mrs. Malcolm, and went to Lincoln's Inn Fields and the Middle and Inner Temples.

GLC09414.1070

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia received the penny bracelet he sent. He mentioned receiving the form for a ballot. He is glad she has not been overdoing it and wishes Sarah and Sam a happy time since Sam has furlough soon.

GLC09414.1071

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe doesn't know what they will do today. He will probably go to town, as it looks like it will be a nice day.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to a town called Cumberly where they explored an old abbey. On Sunday he thought about their grand Sundays together. He misses Marty as they no longer work the same shift.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to London again and got tickets for the best show in town, a comedy called "A Soldier for Christmas." He also had tea and went to the same French restaurant he and Joe ate at.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that "Ten Little Niggers" was a nice gory murder mystery. He got back on the bus and decided that birds must be wise because they fly south for the winter.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sylvia should use the money returned for a new suit. He also heard that Jay was accepted for the Navy. Tonight he and Jack have tickets for the Agatha Christie play, "Ten Little Niggers."

GLC09414.1076

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia finally got the case reviewer job. He thinks she is trying to make him jealous with her description of dinner. He thanks her for the onion skin paper but jokes about her choice. Does she think he should write tear jerkers?

GLC09414.1077

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe explains he has been busy all day washing equipment and this is the first moment he's had. He calls these few moments a refuge.

GLC09414.1078

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe passed inspection, so they went to town again where they saw a movie and had dinner at the usual French restaurant. He provides an elaborate description of dinner. Moe mentions he had the most delicious brandy, and when he looked at the label it...

GLC09414.1079

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that soon they will be very busy and he must write to Sylvia while he can. They haven't done any serious training in a while, but the real work will now begin. He is proud of the courage she's shown so far in regard to her new job.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has been enjoying the weather and calls of the birds. He is glad Sylvia got know one of their neighbors in 902 and that the cucumbers are growing this year.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia liked the pictures he sent of England. He is noticing how different the scenery is now that the weather is changing.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that the English spring is beautiful. He comments that the typing in Sylvia's last letter is all over the place and wonders about her state of mind. He agrees that Mad was too outspoken with Paul.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe claims he is too weak from the sun to write much. He received letters from Dave and Archie, and plans to read until it gets dark.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe discusses old friends and family. He mentions that he is not bothered that Herman S. never wrote him back. He guesses that Bess must be full of questions about his family, and says he is glad that Sarah F. is okay.

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General Orders No. 144

Copy of General Orders No. 144 of September 27, 1862, signed by the Assistant Adjutant General, dismissing Key from the service for uttering disloyal sentiments.

GLC00228.02

to John J. Key

The letter is accompanied by a copy of General Orders No. 144 from September 27, 1862, signed by the Assistant Adjutant General, dismissing Key from the service for uttering disloyal sentiments. The note describes meeting on September 27 with Key and...

GLC00228.01

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has moved to another part of town. He describes the room he is in. He says they are now closer to the town. When they arrived they found a special dinner waiting for them. He also reports that he watched Katherine Hepburn movies.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the company party.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe had a drink as tribute to their anniversary before going to bed. He also describes the toilet at great length, and provides a rudimentary picture.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he has been neglecting his correspondents, and that he heard from Marge who says Melvin is on a furlough.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe worked the new shift, then went into town the next day and had a haircut and shave. He also had coffee and donuts. He wonders why Sylvia was so affected by a couple she saw.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that it rained cats and dogs last night but today was beautiful.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe addresses her comments on the election, and wonders if he can put away one of those big country hotel dinners.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he has been having a lazy day. He asks for more information on Sylvia's father's illness, and comments on peoples' interest in Russia.

GLC09414.1270

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he received a cigarette ration for the first time in a month. He also received a letter from Dick and refers to the black market. He says that it had been one of the coldest days he's seen in France recently. He also tells Sylvia she...

GLC09414.1271

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the company failed inspection, and discusses the possibility of Sylvia coming to Europe after the war in the event he has to stay there. In the end he decided it is not really a possibility.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the lights went out as he was shaving. He later went to the movies with Jack. He also comments that he still has not received any packages.

GLC09414.1273

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says they are still confined, so Jack and him were unable to see the movie they wanted to last night.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he hasn't had to time to read Sylvia's letters, but he will respond soon.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says Sylvia's descriptions of the East side bring it back vividly for him. He also asks for a subscription to the New York Times. He says he still hopes to see Paris one day, but he hasn't had time to study French.

GLC09414.1276

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he got a letter from Esme who said her boyfriend was wounded in Holland.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says that the tobacco question is very serious right now, he is working on his last pack of cigarettes.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remembers Pearl Harbor and how they heard the news three years ago.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reflects on how long they have been at war. It is the fourth year for the U.S. but it has been even longer for the other countries participating.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has received some of Sylvia's letters but there are gaps. He says he went to the concert and enjoyed it.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the concert in detail, watching the pianist, he was reminded of the many times Sylvia played the piano.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is upset because he is out of cigarettes. He heard they may offer their ration of 2 packs per week this time, but thinks this isn't nearly enough.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks Sylvia to keep track of the packages she sends so he knows what he's getting and when he should expect it. He sympathizes about her troubles at work but reassures her that her supervisor did not make a mistake in choosing her,

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he moved again but is still in town. He saw an Ingrid Bergman film, and is glad she got the flowers he ordered for her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe and Jack sat down and tried to teach themselves French with the grammar book they got, but Moe does not think he will ever acquire a French accent.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that it was very cold last night. He says the fellows are still shook up over Ingrid Bergman. He also mentioned that the company was given a lecture, and that he is really glad she has a friend in Ethel.

GLC09414.1287

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his new accommodations, and talks about which items he needs and doesn't need like cigarettes, candy and toiletries. He says he is glad Sylvia is getting a full night's sleep.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he went to the G.I show, and went to the movies the next night. He wonders how all the people they know are in the army are doing.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Alvin is in the process of coming overseas. He hopes that Alvin will go to France and then they can meet up.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went Christmas shopping with another soldier. He received a package but was disappointed it contained no cigarettes. He also received a letter from Bess, and is glad she approves of him as Sylvia's husband.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he received a package containing fish from Sylvia. He asks her to enclose some cigarettes in one of the Christmas bundles. He mentions that they had a Chanukah party last night.

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