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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he likes what he has seen so far and wishes he could share the experience with Sylvia. He also asks after Joe.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thinks Dad would be interested to know he attended services. He says he hasn't been out of camp yet, but that once he has he will describe everything.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe apologizes for not writing earlier as he been too busy playing Gin Rummy and doing small tasks. He says he has been to a movie and a variety show so far.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is finally able to tell Sylvia that he is now in England. He notes that Marty received a letter from Olga and he was a little jealous but knows mail from her is forthcoming. He says she would love England.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe visualizes an autumn evening at home with Sylvia. He says he and Marty watch each other write letters to see who writes more.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe sent Sylvia a cable telling her he arrived safely. He declares that he will be worried until he hears from her, and hopes that she is not taking things too badly.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he and Marty are going to have a beer, and that he is still upset that he hasn't received a letter from Sylvia yet.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe apologizes for not writing Sylvia as much as he has been getting acquainted with England at government expense. He is still anxiously waiting for mail from her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that it feels strange to keep writing Sylvia without having received any mail from her. He reports that gin game continues to go on with Marty.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe finally visited town with his fellow soldiers. He went to Gloucester and Salisbury and stayed in a hotel dating back to Richard II. He also visited cathedrals and promises that they will experience it together one day.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is very happy because he finally received some letters from Sylvia. He will properly answer them later, he is disappointed that Joe is not making much progress.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters. He discusses the fact that Ben has not been transferred to sea duty yet. He thinks it funny that she assumed he would be sea sick on the way over. He thinks Sammy B. must be getting money from somewhere as he is...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe recounts a funny story in which he and Marty went out to dinner. He ordered veal milanese only to discover that under the cheese and tomato sauce there is fish instead of veal.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe recounts an incident in which he and Marty went to a teashop and met a very pleasant English lady with whom they discussed world events. He also responded to one of Sylvia's letters. He agrees that her latest suit must suit her very well.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks after Hy and Ann. He also talks about the ongoing gin game that will be settled on payday.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe dropped his watch the other day and does not know how he will get it fixed. He received a letter from Jim the other day from Africa.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he cannot seem to complete the day without talking to Sylvia. He mentions that he has been feeling in the "doldrums" lately.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he and Marty just went to [the name of the place has been blacked out] and had a lovely stay. The hotel was nice. They had kippers for breakfast which reminded him of Sunday mornings with Sylvia. He also asks if she has had any word...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has just been to the movies to see a Betty Grable film. He says most of the films showing are American because the English ones are not very good.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he can tell from Sylvia's previous letter that she is very upset. He understands how hard it is because they've had twelve years together and worries about her. He mentions that he received fourteen letters from her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sylvia should type all her letters as he has to strain to read them. He requests that she send him some sweets.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for trying to find contacts for him in Italy. He hears a song that reminds him of her while out with Marty. He tells her to thank all their friends who inquired about him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to a dance and met a British intellectual. She was a WAAF and they discussed the problem of Germany. She told him about her fiancé, a Polish flier she is absolutely crazy about.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes a short account of a typical day, from 2 to 4 he rests, then has dinner, he returns at about 6 and writes a letter or two and then plays gin with Marty. From 10:30 until 6:30 am he works.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes a very poetic missive about Sylvia's kiss and smile transporting him to another time and place.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe acknowledges their ninth anniversary, and regrets that he has but only words to mark the years of love and happiness. He talks about the differences between the food back home and English food., and tells Sylvia he is low on money and needs $15 a...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remarks on Sylvia listening to a London broadcast and will try to catch the same program. He is glad she hit it off with Annie Leidner. He also corrects her identification of their steamer rugs as Stewarts, they are actually Buchanon.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is excited about the Christmas packages that have begun to arrive. He is happy that despite the distance between them, Sylvia feels close to him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

V-mail: He writes that he has written a letter regarding their anniversary but worries she may not get it in time. He refers to it as nine years of love, warmth and understanding.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe just returned from a visit to London and hasn't had time to write, but will write a proper letter describing the trip later.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his trip to London in detail. He visited Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and other popular tourist destinations. He writes that their cars are smaller but the seats are more comfortable. He will respond to Sylvia's letters later.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is still on a high because of his trip to London but says he will have to stay around camp for a while "licking his financial wounds." He asks when Sylvia will send money.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters, he assures her that wherever he goes he always reminded of something back home, no matter how different it is. He understands her wanting to join the A.R.C. He says it will be very demanding and will require a lot of...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is excited about Thanksgiving, he reminds Sylvia that one day parting will be a thing of the past. In the meantime they have a lot to be thankful for.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he and Bill B. now share quarters. He is now in a very pretty area. He agrees that soldiers look for a breath of home in all things, and reminds Sylvia to write to Benoit.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe recounts the story of a pleasant walk he took. He ended up at a small church where he paused in the cemetery and then found memoriam plaques dating back to the 16th century. He says the only thing that was missing was Sylvia's presence that day.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says Sylvia made a mistake when she asked if he needed money because she should have received the letter where he asks for some. He thanks her in advance.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe relives their wedding day as it is their ninth anniversary. He remembers when they first moved into their house. He writes that their marriage has been a success and that he loves Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Lilian and was reminded of her anniversary as well. He writes that he also received letters from Sylvia and they helped the weekend pass. He notes that she must have worked on the car for four hours.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sylvia's worries that he hasn't received any mail are wasted as the situation remedied itself. However he sends his condolences because she has received so few letters from him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Sylvia's mention of a corned beef sandwich from Garfield's made his mouth water because the corned beef they have comes out of a can. He also asks her to send some sardines.

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to Sylvia Weiner

This V-Mail is very faded and difficult to read.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe talks politics and the inevitability of finding the world embroiled in another upheaval after this one. He writes that it is comparatively unimportant what happens to their generation. That they will have lived through one of the most thrilling...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes about the meeting of British American Circle whose job it is to foster good relations between the American soldiers and the British people.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions Dan and Lilian and says Sylvia should visit them. He agrees with her that while they all want peace they should not forget that what is happening would never happen again and that is what they are working on together.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Lillian Klaus saying she was expected that night. He asks again if Sylvia has written to Benoit. This letter very faded.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they were paid today but he is disappointed with the net results after paying some debts. He acknowledges it is better than nothing.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Marge, and recalls the sweater Mom was knitting that she eventually gave to Sylvia. He cannot think of anything to ask for.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to a "situation" regarding Uncle Ben in which they forgot to ask Sylvia something and not wanting to offend her are doing their best not to anger her. The only way she can prove she's not slighted is to "attend the function."

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the soap and the film she sent. He asks her not to send anymore toilet articles as he can get plenty there.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received six letters and promises a long answer later. He also received a letter from Dad., and comments that he has not been getting enough sleep.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the YMCA where he played ping-pong, then went to the union canteen. He responds to Sylvia's letters by assuring her he is in good health. He talks about Eileen's wedding and notes that weddings aren't always happy occasions for all who...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions that his Dad acknowledged their anniversary but did not elaborate. He will be going to a British American Circle meeting tonight.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Marge and has been sticking close to home base this week. He mostly plays gin and goes to the local pub.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is disappointed because Sylvia didn't send the money he asked for and is hoping that it just hasn't arrived yet. He reminds her that the money he makes is just enough to get through the month.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the package, he is also happy for the letter he received from her on his birthday. He reassures her that he is very safe and couldn't be any safer if he were in Brooklyn.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received Sylvia's birthday card and is keeping it on the mantel above the fire. He thanks Mad, Bess and Ben for their contributions.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to an increased allotment of support for his parents and says it will be able to prove he was their chief source of support so that they can get a few extra dollars.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wanted to spend the afternoon in town but woke up too late. He mentions that he has not had a letter from Marty in a while, and inquires after Olga.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to his favorite place, the English-Speaking Union. Afterwards, he was walking when suddenly he bumped into an elderly gentleman, but no harm done.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe had a letter from one of the boys in the office, and a letter from Seymour Greenberg, the man he used to get a package from every Christmas. He said the firm had not forgotten him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that their long association has certainly influenced their channels of thought. He asks where the newspapers are that he requested Sylvia send him (the PM and NY Times). He enjoyed his recent Thanksgiving dinner immensely. He also mentions...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe apologizes for not having written as he was in town. He enjoyed the article Sylvia sent by Earl Wilson very much. He will write a proper reply later.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes they will most likely move again, it seems like they are just getting settled in one place and then they must move again. He knows that this move will delay the receipt of mail.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that last night, he, Jack, and Marty began a gin game while tuning into the G.I. station. The next morning after chow, they began a drill.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that last evening they went by truck to a town to celebrate the Festival of the Maccabees, or Chanukah. There were American and British soldiers participating and the ceremonies were presided over by an American and British chaplain.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions that after the ceremony they were served tea and cakes. He also mentions that there was a musical part of the program in which women played the piano and violin.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe forgot to tell Sylvia where the service took place; in the Guild Hall of the City where there were crystal chandeliers. He met a Capt. Hutt who came from New York as well and lived near the beach like them.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe decided to go on sick call so that he could see the dentist.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the dentist where they complimented his teeth and gave him a cleaning. He reports that he has not received any mail from her today. He says there can be no Christmas until he can take her in his arms again.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions that while he was playing gin with the boys they listened to a radio program with Bob Hope. Everything they see and hear reminds them of home. He is feeling very nostalgic, and homesick.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that his Christmas hasn't been bad, and that he will write a proper letter soon. He is on C.Q duty tonight.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks about the Bar Mitzvah and tells Sylvia that she needn't worry about how she looks because no one has clothes as good as her and none of them wear clothes as well as she does.

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to Sylvia Weiner

A Christmas V-Mail card depicting soldier holding a banner that says Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Image of solider on card drawn by cartoon artist, Dave Berger.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe played gin with Marty, Joe and Jack. Afterwards they all contributed packages of various foods to be shared amongst them. Christmas dinner was turkey, and it was delicious. Moe also mentioned that he has not had any news of Mad and Ben.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is listening to Albert Spaulding and wonders if Sylvia is doing something similar. He is waiting for the boys to get back so they can play gin again, and is hoping for a letter from her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the groceries she sent. They will contribute to a nice New Year's. He compliments Lil Palgar's poster and asks after Frank.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes to tell Sylvia that the package has arrived as well as one of her letters with the first of the money orders.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes of how the separation has only made their relationship stronger. They are now in each other's thoughts more than ever. He jokes that the censor will have a hard time with his letters. He wants to know more about Sylvia's selective service...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks Sylvia to think back to New Year's Day 1937 when Chiang Kai-Shek was kidnapped. No one knew that later that year the war with Japan would start. It was "one of the unexpected milestones" to war and to his being there.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes they had another big turkey dinner for New Year's Day. He says the food is better here than it was in the States, and that he has written a long letter he hopes will reach her soon.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe lost a gin game to Martin, then listed to a radio broadcast of an Orange Bowl game. The game reminded him of all the New Year's Days they have spent together.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the "grand" package she has sent him. However he reiterates that he does not need things like soap or shaving cream, they get enough of that already.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tried Chinese food in England and said it wasn't very good, but this may be because it was late. He tells Sylvia he does not need any v-mail because the army supplies all he needs. He is concerned about what the mechanic told her about the car...

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe forgot to mention that Jack's mother sent him strudel which he contributed to the New Year's Eve party. He writes that there doesn't seem to be any way to return Sylvia's letters but he has hung on to them since the beginning.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remembers Mad's birthday and wishes her well. He received a letter from Jim telling him that Bea's mother died. He urges Sylvia to go see her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks about Sylvia's cold. He asks if she stayed home at any point. He said the list of telephone calls she included in her letter sounded just like a typical Sunday afternoon except the people used to actually come over.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe didn't think "Connecticut Yankee" would have that effect on Sylvia. He can't believe it made her cry. The rest of the letter is not clear.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe experienced his first really cold morning in England, then watched the sunrise, which he described as a source of wonder and enjoyment.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe informs Sylvia that she may not hear from him for a couple of days because he and Marty are taking a little vacation. He can't wait to sleep between sheets.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe had two wonderful days. But can't begin to talk about it right now, he will begin to write over the weekend.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters, one of which mentions the possibility of Sylvia going to the country and he urges her to go. He tells her that the English Christmas spirit left much to be desired, the war saw to that.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's description of a Christmas shopping trip. He is reminded of all the times they went Christmas shopping together and how tiring it was.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe promises to devote a great deal of time writing to Sylvia soon. He will tell her all about his trip to Winchester in his next letter.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe explains that they will have two weeks of day work and then two weeks of night work. He also repeats the advice he gave Sylvia earlier about joining the Red Cross: do whatever you feel best.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tells Sylvia once again that she must decide for herself if she wants to join the Red Cross. He writes also that he is glad his parents liked the gifts she bought them.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that it is very tough to get a drink in England because they run out fast and will stop selling for the night. He also responds to a letter that mentions his anniversary letter to Sylvia, and he is so glad she received it.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is sorry to hear that their favorite restaurant has gone downhill. He was already aware of Joe's return to Brooklyn, but Marge writes he can't do much because he lacks strength.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that all the questions Sylvia asks in her most recent letters he has already answered within the last two weeks and he won't answer them again.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters saying that he is glad that Alvin came home on furlough. He also writes excitedly about Sybil coming in from Buffalo. He is very glad Sylvia went out to the country, but doesn't understand why she chose that...

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