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25 January 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe" (1909-1988)
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe talks about how Congress shelved the bill for the soldier's vote so it reverts backs to the states.
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2 March 1944
Moe is glad Mad and Ben had a good time in the country. He says Sylvia's work with the Selective Service Board sounds harder than being in the army. Moe tells her not to send any more money.
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28 April 1944
Moe is glad Sylvia received the penny bracelet he sent. He mentioned receiving the form for a ballot. He is glad she has not been overdoing it and wishes Sarah and Sam a happy time since Sam has furlough soon.
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20 May 1944
Moe discusses the allotment in which Sylvia is supposed to receive $10 a month. He expresses disappointment that it rained the day she would have gone to a baseball game with Mad and Ben.
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23 May 1944
Moe heard that Jay still doesn't know when or if he'll be needed in the Navy. He is happy to hear the Ration Board gave Sylvia 65 gallons of gas. He mentions reading an article he enjoyed about liberals and their function in society.
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8 July 1944
Moe responds to Sylvia's thoughts on Fascism and the talk she went to. He believes their country would never accept a Fascist order. At the same time he is very angry that too many people in America don't seem to be interested or even care about what...
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31 July 1944
Moe wrote three months ago for his war ballot application but has not heard anything. He tells Sylvia not to worry about the robot planes, and that everything is very peaceful where he is.
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13 September 1944
Moe explored the town with Jack, they wandered aimlessly and found a couple of bars. He notes that Roosevelt is ahead of Dewey in the polls.
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12 October 1944
Moe notes that it is Columbus day today and a year ago they began their journey which led to their present location. He refers to the election year and says the voter himself is to blame for the present state of affairs
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30 October 1944
Moe reminded Sylvia of Marge's anniversary and David's birthday. He says he is glad she took her vacation. He also refers to the importance of the upcoming election.
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