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Greenfield, Alvin, 1924-1946 to Mr. and Mrs. Greenfield

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09414.1571 Author/Creator: Greenfield, Alvin, 1924-1946 Place Written: s.l. Type: V-Mail Date: 16 January 1945 Pagination: 1 p. : V-Mail ; 11.5 x 14 cm. Order a Copy

Alvin writes requesting various food items from his parents like salami and sardines. He says he hopes that his mom is feeling better.

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