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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.

GLC09414.1275

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.

GLC09414.1277

to Sylvia Weiner

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

GLC09414.1278

to Sylvia Weiner

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

GLC09414.1279

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.

GLC09414.1281

to Sylvia Weiner

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

GLC09414.1282

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.

GLC09414.1283

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,

GLC09414.1284

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.

GLC09414.1285

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.

GLC09414.1286

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.

GLC09414.1288

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.

GLC09414.1289

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.

GLC09414.1290

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.

GLC09414.1291

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.

GLC09414.1292

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe found the carton of cigarettes that Marge sent. He is glad Sylvia's parents have gotten to Florida. He hopes her Dad will get better there, and that Sylvia can finally relax.

GLC09414.1293

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe recalled one Christmas with Alfred and Alice, and thinks of Christmas at home versus Christmas in the army. He also says he thinks the war will be prolonged.

GLC09414.1294

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe indulges in memories, and writes that he loves Sylvia and as time goes on he loves her more.

GLC09414.1295

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he has been guarding German prisoners for the past three days, and has a hard time believing that they have hurt people. He describes them as meek as lambs. But at the same time he has no sympathy for them.

GLC09414.1296

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he came off guard and went to brunch with Marty and Jack. He says he liked Sylvia's description of green grass and red leaves in December.

GLC09414.1297

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wishes he could spend New Year's Eve with Sylvia and their friends. He also remembered that Alfred and Alice's anniversary was a couple of days ago. He says that last New Year's Eve he went out with Jack but this time he can't.

GLC09414.1298

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says the news from the front continues to show a reduction in the German bulge. He liked Sylvia's reproduction of their living room in one of her letters, and thanks her for the money she sent.

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