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Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008 to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09414.0050 Author/Creator: Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008 Place Written: Brooklyn, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 May 1943 Pagination: 6 p. : Height: 21.5 cm, Width: 14 cm Order a Copy

Sylvia dubs her home the Weiner Hotel as letterhead and tells him she had a splendid day at this resort. Tells him not to worry about their "starving," that rationing is adequate and "if you are not a hog you get enough of everything." Admits prices are high and has had to use up much of her canned stuff and hasn't been able to replace it. Also contains political discussions such as the tax laws, Smith Connally Anti-Labor Act and the Anti-Poll Tax. Asks him to do his job well, as it goes toward maintaining the way of life described. there is also a sketch of Sylvia writing to Moe; dated Sunday, May 30, 1943. Drawn by Joe Divteh.

Weiner, Morris "Moe," 1909-1988
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

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