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21 August 1944
Diamond, Sidney (1925-1944)
to Estelle Spero
Diamond discusses the books that he has been reading and describes the U.S.O. show that he had seen the night before.
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22 August 1944
Diamond discusses whether or not Estelle's letter had been censored.
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Diamond writes a letter to "Miss Taylor", Estelle's roommate at Northwestern University, about her having addressed him as Sidney.
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10 October 1944
Diamond, Sidney (1925-1945)
Diamond compliments Estelle on her dissertation on melodrama. He mentions that he has received a wedding invitation from "Ben & Beulah" and encloses it with the letter.
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10 November 1944
Diamond, Sidney (1922-1945)
Diamond writes that the smell of Estelle's "hair, powder" is "causing a glow within".
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21 November 1944
Diamond instructs Estelle to go out that evening, and pretend that he is with her.
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23 November 1944
Spero, Estelle (fl. 1942-)
to Sidney Diamond
Thanksgiving card sent from Estelle to Sidney, in which she writes that she is giving thanks for Sidney: "for the past we have had together and for the future to be." He adds in the note, "To Us!!!", and then signs his name.
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30 November 1944
Diamond reports that nearly every member of his company has contracted some sort of skin infection from the climate. Sidney writes that he does not really like the new island: "Whereas before we complained of the interminable rain - Here it's...
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6 November 1944
Diamond writes that the soldiers have been swamped with packages of various delicacies, to the extent that they had to have a party in order to cheat the ants of eating the food.
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18 November 1944
Diamond apologizes for not being able to write more, explaining that it is simply impossible, but reassures Estelle that there is "no need to fret."
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19 December 1944
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...
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25 December 1944
Diamond writes, "It is difficult at present to be the cold, the practical…I cannot say where we are, what we are doing, what we will do - There's been so much between us unsaid and undone - So much of our lives missed - " He instructs Estelle that...
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Christmas greeting card to Estelle.
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27 December 1944
Diamond mentions that he had run into someone he had trained with in Edgewood. He recalls his first meeting with Estelle.
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22 December 1944
Diamond writes that life is wonderful of late, "enjoying myself to the fullest extent of the articles of war -
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Diamond writes the letter on board ship, and proceeds to recap the events of the past few weeks in depth, including details of leaving the island, life on board the ship, and even incidents of combat on board ship.
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1 January 1945
Diamond writes to Estelle: "It is unnecessary for me to describe my eternal devotion to you - "
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19 January 1945
Diamond writes, "In combat again - a lot to say but - A. very tired - B. very very dirty - C. Busy, Busy as all hell - "
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21 January 1945
Diamond writes that they have been "moving so fast, so often, so far" that he "just can't squeeze in mail - ". Sidney continues to explain that he now knows why he is in the war, that in "unmitigated brutality - barbarism - cruelty - the Japanese...
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18 January 1944
"Baptism of fire" letter. First air raid encounter with Japanese bombers. Year on letter is 1943 but content indicates it was written in 1944.
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6 June 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe" (1909-1988)
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe read in the papers that Rome has been taken. He finally managed to hook up Jack's radio. He remembers how he used to envy Sylvia because on Saturdays he still had to wake up at the usual time.
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7 June 1944
Moe comments that Sylvia has not received any mail from him in a week and Moe thinks it may been deliberately upheld because of the current situation. He feels badly about the Polish situation. He is glad she is warming to the idea of living in the...
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18 July 1944
Moe thinks back to how the war began. When reports of Italian and German intervention first came out, everyone cried "Propaganda." He laments the fact that if only proper steps could have been taken at the proper time, the war could have been...
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9 November 1944
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.
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7 December 1944
Moe remembers Pearl Harbor and how they heard the news three years ago.
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Moe describes the concert in detail, watching the pianist, he was reminded of the many times Sylvia played the piano.
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26 December 1944
Moe says he has been guarding German prisoners for the past three days, and has a hard time believing that they have hurt people. He describes them as meek as lambs. But at the same time he has no sympathy for them.
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15 February 1943
Miller, Ruth (1943-)
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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18 February 1944
Bess (fl. 1944-)
Poem
A poem about how busy Bess is "here I am again Moe/Always on the go Moe..."
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22 September 1929
Gellis, Joe (fl. 1944-)
to Moe Weiner
Joe reports that the stores are getting some reputation and Geo. O'Brien is getting transferred into the law division. He wonders how Moe will handle getting orders from his wife after being a Sgt. He mentions that he has been asked to spend 20% of...
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19 July 1929
Dworken, Archie (fl. 1944-)
Archie writes that he is somewhere in California. He just learned that Moe is now a corporal. He also mentions that he heard from Bea.
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1929-1945
Rose (fl. 1944-)
Rose reports on her visit with Sylvia. She drew a picture of her, Sylvia and Sarah sitting at the table "in varying states of undress" and laments there are no men to appreciate this.
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Ed (fl. 1944-)
Ed is glad that Moe is home. He has heard Nat Klotz was rejected from the army because of a spinal operation he had. Ed hopes that Moe will be assigned close to home, and his loved ones.
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Maugel, Bess (fl. 1944-)
Bess writes a poem about what Moe means to her. She starts the poem by telling Moe that Sylvia ordered her to write this.
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7 January 1945
Becker, David (fl. 1945-)
This letter is from Moe's nephew. He thanks Moe for the gifts. He also draws a picture of a German general on the last page.
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Unknown
Play Summary
This is a summary of the play "Picnic" it most likely belonged to Sylvia Weiner, as the production was in the 2001 season.
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17 May 2001
Theater Ticket
2 tickets to a performance of the Merchant of Venice for Sylvia Weiner. The play took place at the Stratford Festival of Canada.
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Levine, Hyman (fl. 1942-)
A short note from Hy, he writes that he received a card saying his wife had been killed in an auto crash. He says he can now see what a jack-ass he's been.
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23 April 1943
Bernie (fl. 1943-)
Bernie writes that he is sorry he hasn't written sooner, he thought he had lost Sylvia's address but recently found it. He mentions that he is expecting his parents to visit at the end of April.
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28 February 1929
Becker, Samuel (fl. 1943-)
Sam complains about army life. He also tells a humorous story about his quest for shoes that fit properly, in the end he has four pairs of shoes.
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27 August 1929
Moe wishes Sylvia a happy birthday from Switzerland where he is on furlough, and asks her to call. She wrote on the back that she could not get a call through.
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Lil (fl. 1929-1945)
Lil writes that she tried to contact Sylvia several times by phone but was unsuccessful. She also says she did get the message that Moe is in Oregon, and asks Sylvia to confirm the address.
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Becker, Madeline (1915-)
to Sylvia and Moe Weiner
Madeline writes that she contacted the telephone company and explained the past due bills, the company agreed to wait until they returned. She also reports that she cleaned the garage and rearranged the bedroom. Madeline provides a drawing of the new...
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Sam writes that he would like to hear from Sylvia once in a while. He mentions that he went to Savannah and discovered the Jewish community there.
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Madeline writes that she is glad that Moe is in a camp in the West instead of the East, she heard the difference is amazing. She is currently in Florida, unfortunately, it isn't so glamorous because there are soldiers everywhere. She also mentions...
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Birthday poem
A birthday poem for Sylvia. Written on plain piece of paper.
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Marge (fl. 1943-)
Marge writes that the ration board only gave blue points for some reason. She asks Sylvia to do her a favor and call the ration board and complain about insufficient stamps for meat and butter. She says both are needed to help Joe who is still very...
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17 March 1929
Marge writes that they are now in Revere. She hopes Sylvia is adjusting to life without Moe. She is looking forward to going back to New York.
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Weiner, Pepi (fl. 1905-2000)
to Mom and Pop (Moe's parents)
Pepi writes that Willie is probably going to Panama, but she is worried about the store they own, and does not want to leave it. She sends 10 dollars, and invites her parents over.
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to Dad
Sam writes that he would like a certified copy of David's birth certificate. Since Mad is in Florida Sam thought he'd be able to help him. He also says that he misses David terribly.
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