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1 March 1918
Locy, Francis E., fl. 1918-1928
to Mr. and Mrs. William A. Locy
Writes to his parents about the latest pay allotments and letters he has received. Includes information about his duties.
GLC07810.062
15 October 1918
Lyons, Curtis Blair, 1894-1968
to Helen Lyons
Writes to his wife about the camp and his duties. Wishes he could go home to visit but he is under quarantine. Originally mailed with GLC07810.065. Written on YMCA letterhead. Camp Colt was established at Gettysburg in 1917 and was the first US...
GLC07810.064
3 November 1918
Writes to his wife about his landing in France. Describes the differences between the United States and France, especially the buildings, the automobiles, and the money. Wonders if she has received his postcards from New York. Written on YMCA...
GLC07810.066
7 November 1918
Writes to his wife about meeting friendly French soldiers. Wonders why he has not recieved any letters from home. Discusses the rainy weather. Says that he has seen many German prisoners working on the roads. Inquires as to his daughter's well...
GLC07810.067
1 March 1919
Writes to his wife about the lack of mail from home and the intermittent postal service. Mentions that his company was reviewed by General Pershing and should be returning to the United States shortly. Discusses family and friends. Written on YMCA...
GLC07810.070
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