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28 July 1945
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to "Moe" Weiner
Sylvia had lunch with a supervisor, and then saw Bernie and Robbie.
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29 July 1945
Sylvia hung out with Ruth and went to a Penny Arcade.
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30 July 1945
Sylvia had dinner with Ruth and played the game "Boy meets Girl."
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31 July 1945
Sylvia mentions the Special Medical Project at work.
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2 August 1945
Sylvia mentioned the Gripsholm (expected in with prisoners of war from Bombay).
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5 August 1945
Sylvia explains the kind of work she is currently doing with American citizens who return to their native countries, like the Japanese-Americans they are currently caring for.
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6 August 1945
Sylvia spoke to Paul Stein about a place to live.
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7 August 1945
Sylvia talks about the possible end of the war, and what atomic power might do.
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8 August 1945
Sylvia went to Select Service Board meeting and then went out with Bess.
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9 August 1945
Sylvia notes the all-encompassing topic of the atomic bomb. She also and notes that Sybil (Alvin's wife) is better with her father than her own mother.
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10 August 1945
Sylvia notes the end of the war.
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12 August 1945
Sylvia reports that Dad took them all out for a lobster dinner.
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13 August 1945
Sylvia writes that she hopes there might be another atomic bomb because the "Japanese deserve it."
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14 August 1945
It is the day of the Potsdam Declaration. Sylvia describes the hectic day that follows.
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9 October 1929
Buchalter, Miriam, fl. 1929
to Sylvia and Mad
Miriam's business card wishing Sylvia and Mad a happy new year in English and Hebrew.
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3 November 1943
Tatt, Samuel, fl. 1943
to Sylvia Weiner
Samuel writes that the army is making him feel young again, about 25. He claims to enjoy the fresh air, and thanks Sylvia for the socks.
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12 December 1943
Sam mentions that he just got back from bivouacking. He is learning about what others are doing on the battlefield. He also learned how to use a rifle and machine gun.
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18 December 1943
Polgar, Lillian, fl. 1943
homemade map to Lillian and Frank's house
Hand drawn and colored map to Lillian and Frank Polgar's house. On the left of the drawing there are notes that say housewarming, and fifth wedding anniversary.
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December 1943
to John G. Volker
Christmas greeting card written by Sylvia and sending Moe's regards. The envelope is addressed to John G. Volker
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8 June 1945
Greenfield, Alvin, 1924-1946
Alvin writes that he feels strange about being overseas. He writes that the mail situation is really bad. He also mentions Sybil.
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16 January 1945
to Mr. and Mrs. Greenfield
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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19 February 1944
Gellis, Joe, fl. 1944
Gellis writes that he is confused by all the English expressions, especially the way they refer to money. He thinks Sylvia's work with the selective service is interesting.
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23 February 1944
to Mrs. Malcolm
Sylvia writes a thank you letter for the hospitality Mrs. Malcolm displayed towards Moe. She writes that she is sure he would not have had such a good time on furlough if it has not been for Mrs. Malcolm.
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8 May 1944
Alvin hopes that Sylvia does not have another attack. He is glad she got promoted. Alvin also says he is concerned that he is spending the best years of his life in the army.
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1929-1945
Weiner, Pepi, fl. 1905-2000
to Sylvia
Pepi writes that she is very glad that Moe is coming home. She has decided to be happy which means overlooking Willie's (her husband) faults and accepting him for who he is. She also mentions that she and Adele got together recently without fighting.
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