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Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945 to Estelle Spero

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09120.551 Author/Creator: Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945 Place Written: South Pacific Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 December 1944 Pagination: 3 p. ; 21.5 x 28 cm. Order a Copy

Diamond tells Estelle that she is in his heart continuously. Sidney states that the fact that he has not received any letters in weeks has only made him realize the importance of their correspondence. He writes: "Take care of yourself and have all the joy and pleasure you desire of life - Miss nothing."
Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific
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