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10 August 1945
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to "Moe" Weiner
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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