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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Marge. He is glad that Joe's condition has improved, and is very surprised that his uncle Irving has the same affliction as her father.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that someone tried to light a fire in the stove and it broke down. He apologizes for the short letters he has been writing lately, and reacts to the news that Lil is pregnant.

GLC09414.1246

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he is following the election closely. He got his hair cut and went to town where they bought some cognac and searched for good perfume.

GLC09414.1247

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe said he is very happy about the election results. He recalls a number of memories about their early years, and some of the difficulties they experienced.

GLC09414.1248

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe indulges in more memories of the trips they've taken together. He also writes that he loves Sylvia more now than when they were first married.

GLC09414.1249

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he is planning to see a movie. He also says he played four-handed casino. He thanks Sylvia for a package she sent, and writes she will be good to have around next time their car breaks down as she has gotten quite good at diagnosing...

GLC09414.1250

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that it is Armistice Day. He mentions the cigarette shortage again, and notes that Sylvia seems to be experiencing a famine where mail is concerned. Marge has sent him a carton of cigarettes but he thinks it will be a long time in coming.

GLC09414.1251

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remarks that when he talked of moving again he meant it would be a very small move, possibly from one town to another. He says he is happy that Sylvia has accepted the fact that a quick homecoming is not to be.

GLC09414.1252

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he received a package of salami from his mother, and shared it with the boys by making sandwiches.

GLC09414.1253

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that the French grammar book he has is very good. He also mentions receiving a copy of the Bugle, and refers to "poor Artie."

GLC09414.1254

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they must be preparing for a harsh winter. He assures Sylvia that the mention of hot fudge sundaes doesn't make his mouth water, because he has had ice cream several times in the last two weeks.

GLC09414.1255

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has heard from Davy who says Lil is coming along in her pregnancy. He also heard from the family that hosted him in England, and from Bess. This letter seems to be missing pages.

GLC09414.1256

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he attempted to do some shopping with Jack but came back empty-handed. He received some strudel from his mother which he shared. He also reports that he must prepare for an inspection tomorrow.

GLC09414.1257

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that one of the boys came back from being in Paris for a couple of days. He says everyone wants to go there. He also heard that Olga is taking an apartment for herself.

GLC09414.1258

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes complaining about one of his jobs which consists of looking over the garbage cans in the mess hall to make sure they don't throw away any edible food. He says he saw a pretty sunrise.

GLC09414.1259

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he is still in need of cigarettes. He says he enjoyed reading about the rally at Madison Square Garden. He also sympathizes with all the problems Sylvia has with the ration board, and says some of the boys act like they will go mad without...

GLC09414.1260

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he went to the symphony. He describes music as one of their bonds.

GLC09414.1261

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went looking for Christmas cards, then saw a movie. He complains about how slow the mail is, and says he will have a snack before going to bed.

GLC09414.1262

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to a track meet at the municipal stadium, then watched a French motor bike race.

GLC09414.1449

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Bess in which she told him she was in the country recuperating from an illness he was previously unaware of. He believes that Alvin has matured in the army having experienced things he never would have as a civilian.

GLC09414.1450

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe doesn't understand why the mail is so slow getting to Sylvia when it arrives on time to him. He ponders where he will go that evening, and discusses the black market.

GLC09414.1451

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to see a film about a dog, he could barely tolerate it. He also says one of the fellows, Irwin Levin, went to Paris for a week to take a class and was full of stories.

GLC09414.1452

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe just received word that he will be going to Glasgow, Scotland to take some courses.

GLC09414.1453

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the trip to Luxembourg. He says the people are a mixture of French, German and a little bit of Celtic.

GLC09414.1454

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he finally saw a good movie. He writes that the service forces are the ones the army seems most concerned about. He also says that combat men will all be redeployed via the states and so forth.

GLC09414.1455

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the movies with Abe and Jack, they then had ice cream and cokes. He says he sympathizes with Sylvia on the slowness of the mail, and congratulates her on her new pen.

GLC09414.1456

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe and the boys wandered around trying to find something to do but kept meeting with disappointment. They went back to the barracks to find Abe and Sam had opened a bottle of gin.

GLC09414.1457

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the picture of Mad and Ben and Daniel. He also reacts to the news of Ben selling his car, and asks Sylvia to have Alvin take some pictures of her to send to him.

GLC09414.1458

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the company is having a dance and party tonight but that he will head into town. He asks Sylvia what she thinks of the Dodgers these days. He also reacts to Mad's trying to teach an Italian girl to play baseball before she could...

GLC09414.1459

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe watched a training film on the Chinese-Japanese conflict. He says he ended up going to the dance after all, and he says the boys drank a lot that evening. He also inquires after Sylvia's father.

GLC09414.1460

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia's father has been feeling better. He is aware that her parents had been shopping for a ring for Sybil. He says he is glad that she is back to her 5 o' clock quitting time at work.

GLC09414.1461

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe began listening to the news for the first time since V.E. Day. He learned that England is taking a change in direction and getting more in step with the other nations. He also learned that for the first time since the war, Japan is willing to...

GLC09414.1462

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe sent Sylvia a package with some silk cut in triangular pieces. He says he received her letter about going to Coney Island on a crowded day. He cannot imagine the crowds even though everything in the army is done in crowds.

GLC09414.1463

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe and Marty got into a big discussion about what they would do in a typical day if they weren't in the army. He also went to the movies. Moe is also glad Sylvia likes the bracelet he sent.

GLC09414.1464

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he is tired of seeing bad movies. He mentions that he is sad that Jack is being transferred out of the company. he also received a letter from Jimmie who is still in Italy.

GLC09414.1465

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe said he was unable to go to Glasgow after all. He attended the circus near the champagne factory, and writes that Sylvia should have learned sewing sooner.

GLC09414.1466

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sam Passes got a transfer out of the outfit into Germany. He and the boys plan to have a "devilish" celebration since both Sam and Jack are leaving.

GLC09414.1467

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe saw "Arsenic and Old Lace," and played ping pong. He writes that Sam Finestone is taking advantage of the G.I Bill and is taking classes at the New York School.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went out with the boys. They found a cafe and ate and drank. Afterwards they went to a park where a lieutenant stopped by and struck up a conversation.

GLC09414.1469

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went out with Marty and Jack again. Otherwise he did not do much. had a few cakes, and then sat and talked, enjoying the weather.

GLC09414.1470

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the company made a little move. There are better accommodations here, better than any they've had so far. He says he has loved Sylvia's recent letters as they really made him feel better.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they have lifted the censorship for the time being and he can write a little more freely. He says he has started playing gin rummy again, and discusses the ongoing problems with the car.

GLC09414.1472

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe will be seeing Jack tomorrow. He discusses the pros and cons of the atomic bomb. He also says he is glad that Alvin is flying home, and asks after Olga.

GLC09414.1473

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe just heard the news that Russia will be entering the war. With their entry and the atomic bomb, it is a dead certainty the war will end soon.

GLC09414.1474

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he is anticipating the end of the war. It has been raining for 13 hours now. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1475

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is awaiting the official announcement for acceptance of Japan's surrender. He went to Reims on Thursday night. He is also very glad Sylvia met up with Alvin. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1476

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe discusses the possibility of moving into a bungalow like Mad, he is not too keen on the idea. He had a snack with the boys, and wonders what Alvin's position is now the war is so close to finishing. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1477

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has been taking a world history test for the past few hours. He notes that it is 22 months since he left the states. Marty was invited to be an interpreter for the purchase of champagne, he invited Moe to go with him. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1478

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that the end is very near. He says furloughs are flying around, he will try to get one for England. Though he wrote of a possibility of going home in a previous letter nothing is for certain anymore as they might have to go to the Pacific...

GLC09414.1479

to Sylvia Weiner

Mae says it is all over except for the signing. He listened to the radio about the various celebrations in American cities. He also tried to get a furlough to Paris but failed, he will try to get a different furlough somewhere else next week. Written...

GLC09414.1480

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has not done any work for a month now. Marty and Abe left for Paris that morning. He says he is sorry to have missed Alvin and Sybil's wedding. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1481

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe read that realistically it may take 3 or 4 months to go home now that the war is over. He likes Sylvia telling him that her mother tried to talk to her as she was writing, and that she said Hanto, the Japanese word for Good Night. Written at...

GLC09414.1482

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe played horseshoes and volley ball. He and Irwin saw a movie. He reports that he is still unable to get a furlough but will keep trying. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1483

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe ate fried chicken livers for lunch. He knows the mess hall Sgt. He tells Sylvia not be jealous of his travels because they are nothing compared to the drudgery of being a soldier. He assures her he has not had time to even think about girls while...

GLC09414.1484

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is writing from Switzerland where he finally got a furlough Written at Camp Boston.

GLC09414.1485

to Sylvia Weiner

A postcard of Zermatt mit Matterhorn. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1486

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he is sitting in the outdoor cafe of the hotel, about to have a drink before lunch. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1487

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is sure it won't be long now until he gets to go home. He describes more of his trip to Switzerland. He also writes that one can buy the finest liquors in the world in Switzerland. He mentions that he went to the beach, and went hiking. Written...

GLC09414.1488

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe continues the story of his furlough in Switzerland. He says the next day they went to Lausanne. He and Marty promised to take her and Olga there one day. He describes the women of Switzerland as beautiful, and says he bought Omega watches, and...

GLC09414.1489

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe request the details on Bill Burke being in the hospital. He also says that he has not heard from Jack but suspects a letter is on the way. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1490

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his last day in Switzerland. They went to Basel, and found a cafe where they had cheese sandwiches and beer, they also found a chocolate shop. He finally had to catch the train back to camp. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1491

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he bought a new camera. Now that restrictions on tires have been lifted, encouraged Sylvia to scout around for some new ones. He also notes the beginning of Rosh Hashanah. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1492

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he went to town for the whole day, and attended services. He writes that while he has seen a lot of places, he is no longer interested, he just wants to come home. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1493

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is still waiting to find out if they will move from Camp Boston. He describes a typical day, and says there is not much work lately he is just getting lazy. He apologizes and says that he has nothing to write about because nothing much happens...

GLC09414.1494

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that some of the boys went fishing and caught a trout. He also discusses the point system and how some men will be transferred out and others transferred in. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1495

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that soon they will be able to make new memories again, not just live off the old ones. He asks Sylvia if she asked Paul Stein about an apartment, and wishes her a happy birthday. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1496

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that autumn is beginning. He asks how the mail has been coming. He also says he is glad Sylvia received the first part of the trip to Switzerland already. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1497

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports they may move back to Reims. He asks about his razor, and tells Sylvia to take it to the Schick people for an overhauling. He also comments that he plans to go to a show that night. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1498

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he ended up not going to the show because the line to get in was too long. He also writes that Sylvia and Olga had their hopes up about them coming home and now they will have to wait again from Reims.Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1499

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that they will most likely move on Friday, and that if Sylvia doesn't hear from him for a couple of days it doesn't mean he's coming home. He also includes a short note from Joe. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1500

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is writing from Paris, he describes the hotel and his surroundings. He also says that while the women are pretty, the Swiss women are prettier.

GLC09414.1501

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he is back in Reims. He is glad Sylvia was finally able to secure housing, but says they can keep looking when he gets back. He also tells her to take better care of herself.

GLC09414.1502

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is back at work but there is not much to do. He regrets mixing up the date of her birthday for the third year in a row, and swears he will not do it again.

GLC09414.1503

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he is fed up with waiting to come home. He says the whole system of deciding who gets to come home and who doesn't is ridiculous. He also writes that he enclosed a ticket from their day at the races. This ticket is not included in the...

GLC09414.1504

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe sent this V-Mail from Paris, he says he took a tour of Versailles, then saw the Folies Bergère. Finally he went to the races.

GLC09414.1505

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to a "Halfway House." He also reports that Marty is out of the hospital.

GLC09414.1514

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he is preparing for movie night, and that he visited Marty in his barracks and played gin rummy.

GLC09414.1521

to Sylvia Weiner

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

to Sylvia Weiner

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

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.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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

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

Invitation to the graduation of officer candidates of Mississippi State College

GLC09414.1528

to Sylvia Weiner

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

A notice informing Moe Weiner that he has been selected for training and service in the army.

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