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March 18, 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
Moe just got to their new camp, he notes that he will have a chance to explore the town tomorrow.
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March 19, 1944
Moe describes the English barracks that are so good as to include a fireplace. He says Sylvia's job is definitely interesting and he enjoyed hearing about her Chinese clients. He hopes she has received the snuff box he sent by now.
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March 20, 1944
Moe explored the new town, and went to the movies. In response to Sylvia's complaints about women who have husbands at home he copied a poem from "Punch" on the subject.
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March 21, 1944
Moe describes two films he recently saw. He comments on his belief that Sylvia's nephew, David could be a musical prodigy.
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March 22, 1944
Moe refers to an article in Life magazine that shows pictures of service men saying goodbye to their women. He is plagued by memories and tortuous thoughts. He compares his working nights to the terrible hours Sylvia keeps.
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March 23, 1944
Moe plans to go out pubbing with the boys but complains that his friend Marty seems to have an opposite schedule from him lately.
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March 24, 1944
Moe describes his evening out at the Ship Hotel where they drank in the lounge. He talks about the bracelet he has sent Sylvia. He also mentions that he hears from Jimmie from time to time.
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March 25, 1944
Moe notes that this is the longest time he's ever gone without hearing from Sylvia.
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March 26, 1944
Moe describes his visit to Alford. He took a tour of the college, and went to Christ Church.
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March 27, 1944
Moe speculates on what will happen for the holiday.
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December 7, 1944
Moe describes the concert in detail, watching the pianist, he was reminded of the many times Sylvia played the piano.
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December 8, 1944
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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December 16, 1944
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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December 17, 1944
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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December 19, 1944
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.
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December 26, 1944
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.
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March 15, 1945
Moe practiced a little French and gave an English lesson last night. He tried French coffee and was not impressed. He says he is glad Sylvia got the Valentine's day flowers he sent her.
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March 16, 1945
Moe responds to Sylvia's letters by assuring her that time and distance have not distorted his picture of her. He mentions David's (her nephew) recent antics and compares it to things Marge did as an infant. He also wonders what Ada's new job is.
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March 17, 1945
Moe notes that it is St. Patrick's Day. He says he knows that any praise Sylvia gives him is biased, and that he is not so eloquent as she thinks. Sylvia has complained about a pen, in a recent letter and he asks which pen she has been complaining...
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March 18, 1945
Moe notes the shift changes this week, and now he'll have to work at 3:30 in the afternoon. He said he saw a show last night, and that he is glad Sylvia is enjoying learning more about psychology.
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March 20, 1945
Moe describes a beautiful day and the birds singing. He writes that he liked the results of the Yalta conference
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March 21, 1945
Moe writes that German civilization is being destroyed. He also mentioned receiving a letter from Eddie saying how nice it was to hear from Sylvia. He also is glad that Dorothy Smith invited her over for dinner.
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March 22, 1945
Moe reacts to the news that they have to move again. He tells Sylvia that they just have to go with the flow and the only thing constant in life is change.
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March 23, 1945
Moe is glad Sylvia enjoyed the Provincetown Playhouse. He says it is not the sort of thing he would ordinarily enjoy but he will cheerfully allow her to take him anywhere.
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March 24, 1945
Moe went to see the film version of "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn." He is upset because they decided the base pay is $50. He also asks Sylvia if she found his green watch.
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