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to Sylvia Weiner
26 September 1945
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
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
27 September 1945
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
28 September 1945
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
29 September 1945
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
30 September 1945
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
1 October 1945
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
2 October 1945
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
3 October 1945
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
4 October 1945
Moe went to a "Halfway House." He also reports that Marty is out of the hospital.
GLC09414.1514
9 October 1945
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
10 October 1945
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
11 October 1945
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
12 October 1945
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
13 October 1945
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
21 October 1945
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
1929-1945
Moe reports that he is preparing for movie night, and that he visited Marty in his barracks and played gin rummy.
GLC09414.1521
March 30, 1941
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
16 June 1941
Gagnon, Fabian, fl. 1941
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
14 August 1942
Hodson, William, fl. 1942
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
21 September 1942
Levine, Hyman, fl. 1942
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
January 5, 1943
Smith, Les, fl. 1943
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
6 January 1943
Shipp, B.A, fl. 1943
Invitation to the graduation of officer candidates of Mississippi State College
GLC09414.1528
February 14, 1943
Becker, Samuel, fl. 1943
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
February 15, 1943
Miller, Ruth, 1943-?
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.
February 26, 1943
Kurtzner, H.M., fl. 1943
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
Greenfield, Alvin, 1924-1946
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
3 March 1943
Tatt, Samuel, fl. 1943
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
4 March 1943
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
6 March 1943
Pay stub for Moe Weiner 2/16-2/28 1943 totaling $113.54
GLC09414.1536
to Sylvia and Moe
8 March 1943
Lillian, fl. 1943-1946
Lillian writes that everyone is anxious to know about Moe.
GLC09414.1537
9 March 1943
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
Stein, Paul, fl. 1943
Postcard featuring the Florida Everglades
GLC09414.1539
11 March 1943
Kale, Charlie, fl. 1943
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
Polgar, Frank, 1900-1979
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
29 May 1943
Doyle, James M., fl. 1943
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
16 May 1943
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
Ben, fl. 1943
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
20 July 1943
Diutsh, M., fl. 1943
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
24 July 1943
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
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
26 July 1943
Greenfield, Matthew, fl. 1890
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
27 July 1943
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
Becker, Madeline, 1915-1995
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
29 July 1943
Greenfield, Jeannie, fl. 1890
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
2 August 1943
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
Marge, fl. 1943
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
3 August 1943
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
4 August 1943
This is a list of men by row in a photo which is not included.
GLC09414.1555
7 August 1943
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
19 August 1943
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
21 August 1943
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
18 August 1943
Gellis, Joe, fl. 1944
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
31 August 1943
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
4 September 1943
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
22 April 1943
Spruiger, Leo, fl. 1943
Leo appears to be a former coworker of Moe's. He mentions Ed, Harold, Sam and Bill.
GLC09414.1563
26 September 1943
Harry, fl. 1943
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
3 November 1943
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
12 November 1943
Mooney, Pat, fl. 1943
2 Technician Fourth Grade badges sent by Pat Mooney. The badges are brown and green
GLC09414.1566
12 December 1943
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
December 1943
Christmas greeting card written by Sylvia and sending Moe's regards. The envelope is addressed to John G. Volker
GLC09414.1569
8 June 1945
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
January 16, 1945
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
4 July 1945
Alvin writes that the weather has held up the ship that is bound for the U.S.
GLC09414.1572
Bernie's Bugle
January 29, 1944
Dworetsky, Bernard, fl. 1944-1945
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
February 5, 1944
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
February 12, 1944
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
February 19, 1944
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
February 26, 1944
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
4 March 1944
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
11 March 1944
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
1 April 1944
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
9 April 1944
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
22 April 1944
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
30 April 1944
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
January 30, 1944
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
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
February 23, 1944
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)
10 March 1944
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
March 31, 1944
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
5 April 1944
Moe writes that it is about time he wrote a letter. He also asks about Marge and Joe.
GLC09414.1590
8 May 1944
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
7 July 1944
Helfinstein, Jack, fl. 1944
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
3 December 1945
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
Weiner, Pepi, fl. 1905-2000
Pepi writes that she is very glad that Moe is coming home. She has decided to be happy which means overlooking Willie's (her husband) faults and accepting him for who he is. She also mentions that she and Adele got together recently without fighting.
GLC09414.1594
8 August 1944
Gellis complains about being sent to France. He also mentions that he lost weight.
GLC09414.1595
12 August 1944
Jack writes that his foot is completely healed. He says they usually snack on food Sylvia has sent. He also tells her to refrain from asking personal questions in her letters because he shows them to Moe.
GLC09414.1596
25 September 1944
Jack writes that while he misses looking at New York girls, French women are very satisfying to look at. He also says that in the army you eat together, sleep together and work together and yet somehow manage to stand each other.
GLC09414.1597
19 October 1944
Jack, Mad's ex-husband, is very concerned about David and his whereabouts. He writes that it is not unreasonable of him to have regular updates on David. He also wants to know David's current address.
GLC09414.1598
23 November 1944
Vandervelde, Iris, fl. 1944
This letter is from the married daughter of the family Moe and Jack visited over Passover, Iris. She writes that she has heard so much about Sylvia and hopes they can meet one day. She also writes that her own husband has been in the army.
GLC09414.1599
part of a bracelet or necklace.
Appears to be part of a broken bracelet or necklace with a charm in a strange shape.
GLC09414.1600
get well soon card
A unsigned get well soon card, the is no indication who it's to or from. The cover features a flower.
GLC09414.1601
pictures of mock battle at Fort Lewis
28 August 1943
This clipping was most likely sent from Moe to Sylvia, to illustrate the training they do at Fort Lewis.
GLC09414.1602
Pre-application Form for National Service Life Insurance
This is Moe's pre-application form for national service life insurance. It includes address, birthday, enlistment date, Sylvia's information and his mother's information.
GLC09414.1603
Rosalinda Program
Moe often sent the program of the play he attended with the letters that he describes them in.
GLC09414.1604
Oxford-What to do and how to see it
When Moe went to Oxford he must have sent this guide to Sylvia along with one of his letters.
GLC09414.1605
listing of service stations throughout US
A card that lists service stations in the US and in Canada.
GLC09414.1607
to the Hon. Michael G. Zapson
This is a note thanking Zapson for a photo. It also mentions democrats in Nassau county.
GLC09414.1609
to unknown
This is a fragment (torn page) of a letter that mention Jim's address and refers to Archie
GLC09414.1610
Moe wonders whether Archie has been shipped out yet. He says he is glad Sylvia and Rose are hitting it off. This is pages 5-7 of a letter.
GLC09414.1611
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