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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wonders how a letter from Archie reached him so quickly from India, and says he thinks Dave and Lil should visit Sylvia. He notes that she must not have received his request for money yet.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe ate too much spaghetti for dinner but laments that there was no wine.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe comments that he read a great book called "Ministry of Fear."

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a package from Eddie that included cookies. He complains that there is still no mail from Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions that he tried to get info on Hilda Selm but was unable to do so. He did get his mother's package, and writes that his friend Jack was also in London when he was on furlough, but they missed each other.

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to Blanche Kelso Bruce

asks him to consider and report upon the case of Martha J. Robinson.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She mentions various friends: Carry, Mary Harrison, Miss Haller, etc.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He complains that Richard never writes and wants to know if he is made at him. He then calls attention to the fact that Richard is writing to more than one lady.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Maxwell mainly talks about the young ladies that are now in his acquaintance.

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to Blanche Kelso Bruce

writes that Miss Burnett is probably suffering at home from lack of supplies.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He admonishes Richard for not writing and mentions the "girls." He mentions several mutual acquaintances and a Methodist meeting. There are pages missing.

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to Blanche Kelso Bruce

discusses the case of Mrs. McConnell

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to Catherine Macaulay

He reports the undercurrents of the recent elections in Scotland and the state of the "spirit of liberty." He plans to erect a temple to liberty and learning near his home.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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to Catharine Macaulay Graham

He associates his attachment to the liberties of mankind with Catharine Macaulay Graham, and highly praises her. He remains concerned about her health.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says it seems like she never was away [with him at Camp Lewis]; but she has her memories. Talks about her train trip back to New York from Washington State.

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to Delia Slocum

The regiment had a good time back in Indianapolis. He says that while he felt comfortable returning to the front because "soldieren seams naturel as ever." The men had left Indianapolis at 4 in the afternoon of April 13 and were headed back to the...

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports problems with the mail.

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to Father

He is happy his father is settling down and has been granted a furlough by Col. Hawkins. He writes that the ladies of Roanoke are not so pretty as the ones in New York.

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to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia recounts several memories of their first dates, and notes that Bill Burke is coming home.

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to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says she received Moe's travelogues and gushes about Paris.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says she promises to live up to Moe's expectations, tells him not to apologize for not writing as much as he should, and draws him a Home Sweet Home sign.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that Sammy B is having a tough time in Texas, refers to a letter of his that talks about the other soldiers making sexist comments.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about their separation and their longing to see one another.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia did some spring cleaning and found all sorts of items, she then responds to three of Moe's letters.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Two letters sent in same envelope. One from Elizabeth Jackson and another from Henry Jackson written on the same day.
He has sent the valise with everything requested..Elizabeth heard a friend of had died.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that Lillian Ruff and, Ruth K. called. She imagined she is meeting Moe and runs into the gate.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia is writing from Boston, and she gives brief details of her train ride.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia discussed Freud with Bess, and went to Mad's

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Richard H. Jackson's copy of the New Testament

In the back it says he carried this in his pocket during the war. It also says it was given to him by an intimate friend, Miss Mary D. Armstrong.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that someone [illegible] is capable of performing the duties of a wife for him.

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to Father

He is afraid he has nothing interesting to say. He talks of his great appreciation for her and their mother. He refers to his sister wanting to find him a young lady by the time he gets home.

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to Mary

He responds to the news from his wife. She has said William and Jane Nickerson might move back to Calhoun. Mary has not decided if she will go to Dester this summer.

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to my dear wife

He is lonely and has not heard from his wife in a while and hopes she is well. He hopes the time apart will soon pass.

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to my dear wife

He still has not received any mail from her. He describes the movement of ships. Once again he tells her to write as often as she can.

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to my dear wife

He says he thinks of her all the time. He is very lonely, he says again and tells her to write as often as she can.

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to my dear wife

He is sad because he has not received any mail from her.

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Reminisces of the Snowball Brigade

The author tells a story about how they were given permission to talk to the ladies and hold their umbrellas for them. They got into some kind of battle and couple men were wounded and killed. A soldier called "Carrot Top" passed away and they had a...

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

V-Mail: Sylvia plans to shovel her driveway. Her supervisor at work just has found out that her husband's pre-induction notice is waiting at home for him. Tells him she is ready for whatever comes and is going to Rose Haber's tomorrow and will be...

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to Lile Miller

Miller writes to his wife. Mentions his sister, Sallie. Promises that if something happens to her, he will never marry another woman.

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to Sarah Ogden

Informs his wife that he is using Howard Mitchell's back as a writing surface, as his regiment pauses briefly during a march. Says he has been the corporal of his guard for only twenty-four hours. Ends the letter abruptly because his line has...

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to sister

He received a letter from Tom McCabe giving him permission to carry off his sister. They have a grand review coming up.

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to Lydia A. Bishoff

He arrived safely at 11 o'clock. He wishes he were home to have a talk with Nelly, and wants Bishoff to tell Elenor Heckert that John Deets arrived safely, but has to go on guard tomorrow. He heard that they caught the horse thief at home and would...

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[carte de visite, The Belle of Winter]

White mount. Caption on image: "The Belle of Winter." Profile view of a woman ice skating in fur-trimmed clothes. Photo from painting or engraving.

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to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes that the night before he had seen "Best Foot Forward", a film starring Lucille Ball, which he describes as a "stinker". He states that he loves Estelle for her "scolding".

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to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes the letter as a fake memo on the subject of "Miss Estelle Spero", addressed to "The world

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to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes a fake memo entitled "Love", addressed to "Commanding Officeress Sid-Stella combat team". Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

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to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes that the smell of Estelle's "hair, powder" is "causing a glow within". Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

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to Estelle Spero

Diamond instructs Estelle to go out that evening, and pretend that he is with her. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

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to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Burritt is asking Senator Bruce for help in getting her papers back she is asking to meet with him in person.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written at 9:00 PM at home. Sylvia tells Moe that they are all worried about his shipping out, but holding up and loving him.

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