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20 September 1944
Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945
to Estelle Spero
Diamond justifies having sent Estelle a check, begging her not to tear it up. Diamond describes a set of pictures that he has recently posted to Estelle.
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2 October 1944
Diamond writes that he has been too tired to read, and describes his longing for Estelle.
GLC09120.515
19 December 1944
Diamond tells Estelle that she is in his heart continuously. Sidney states that the fact that he has not received any letters in weeks has only made him realize the importance of their correspondence. He writes: "Take care of yourself and have all...
GLC09120.551
7 August 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe writes that he has enclosed the negatives of some pictures he took in England and France. He also tells her to send a complete set to him, Olga and Jack's girl. The negatives mentioned were not included in the collection.
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19 August 1944
Moe believes Alvin's decision to marry now is a hasty decision. He thinks they do not understand the responsibilities of marriage. He also says he feels homesickness more frequently in France than in England.
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2 September 1944
Moe reports that he is glad to read Sylvia was able to get out of the heat to take a dip in the sea. He says he enjoys reading PM but that it arrives sporadically.
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19 September 1944
Moe is glad Sylvia liked the photographs of Jack and him.
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1 October 1944
Moe is glad that Mad, Ben and David finally have their own place. He writes that Sylvia's suspicion that he has gone to Paris is unfounded, no such luck for him, though he very much wants to go.
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24 October 1944
Moe hopes Sylvia is now used to the idea of being alone. He asks her to talk to Olga about all the negatives they have been sent and see if anything is missing.
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20 September 1943
Moe writes that they will be heading toward Boston and thanks Sylvia for the package she sent. He also gives her instructions about the film he wants her to develop.
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26 September 1943
Moe writes that he is very excited to be in the same time zone again. He acknowledges that it was very hard to leave Frank as they have become very close over the last seven months. He asks Sylvia if she has been up to Davy's place recently. Was...
GLC09414.0788
28 October 1943
Moe writes that he and Marty are going to have a beer, and that he is still upset that he hasn't received a letter from Sylvia yet.
GLC09414.0801
17 December 1943
Moe is planning to go to town with boys and compliments Sylvia and Esther S. on their fund-raising scheme.
GLC09414.0862
1943
Moe writes that he has enclosed some views, including one of Mt. Ranier. The photographs are not included with this letter.
GLC09414.0749
18 August 1943
Moe finally received some letters from Sylvia. He writes that Frank and Harry didn't get a promotion. He also notes that Frank's family was glad to receive her call, and that Joe and Abe send their thanks and plan to write her a letter. He also...
GLC09414.0750
23 August 1943
Moe has enclosed some photos of him during his recent trip to Seattle. He is heartbroken about one of the photographs, and asks Sylvia how the film came out. The photographs were not included with the item.
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9 January 1944
Moe responds to Sylvia's letters saying that he is glad that Alvin came home on furlough. He also writes excitedly about Sybil coming in from Buffalo. He is very glad Sylvia went out to the country, but doesn't understand why she chose that...
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2 January 1944
Moe and the boys have decided to take a walk through the countryside.
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11 January 1944
Moe finally reached Sylvia's letter in which she describes being in the country. He learns that his cousin Ben is there, and he thinks Ruth K. is a good roommate for her.
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13 January 1944
Moe mentions the multitude of crows in England.
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24 January 1944
Moe received many letters from various friends and family, so he won't have time to answer Sylvia's letters right now. He plans to go out pubbing for a change.
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26 January 1944
Moe refers to a little axe he keeps in his room for chopping wood and breaking up coal, that was taken from their room.
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Moe mentions sending some pictures of himself and others.
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27 January 1944
Moe thanks Ben for successfully acquiring film for him.
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31 January 1944
Moe asks about Ann and Mac, saying he is glad they have toned down their political views.
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2 February 1944
Moe complains that the newspapers don't cover anything in detail.
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4 February 1944
Moe comments that they posed for pictures to commemorate the first anniversary of the company's activation in the morning.
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8 February 1944
Moe is preparing for furlough tomorrow. He writes that he enclosed a photo and negative but it is not included with the letter.
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10 February 1944
Moe discovered that he doesn't have to wait until the end of furlough to write. He is currently in London where he is enjoying seeing the sights and walking through the streets.
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25 February 1944
Moe writes that he has enclosed pictures they are not included here.
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22 March 1944
Moe refers to an article in Life magazine that shows pictures of service men saying goodbye to their women. He is plagued by memories and tortuous thoughts. He compares his working nights to the terrible hours Sylvia keeps.
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23 March 1944
Moe plans to go out pubbing with the boys but complains that his friend Marty seems to have an opposite schedule from him lately.
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11 April 1944
Moe refers to Davy and Lil who seem to be working but are getting nowhere, and Ethel who seems to be getting "knocked around." He is glad Sylvia enjoys the magazines she sends him.
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13 April 1944
Moe has enclosed photos from Winchester. He instructs Sylvia to have another set made for Olga. The photos are not included in collection.
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14 April 1944
Moe is glad to hear that men over 26 engaged in a specific industry won't be inducted, he hopes that this will exclude Jay. He also writes that even though Sylvia had the old address her letter still reached him on time.
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20 April 1944
Moe tells Sylvia not to get too sentimental about Sammy's departure. Moe is also glad for Sarah (her husband is coming in on furlough). He thanks Sylvia for the packages she sent.
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24 June 1944
Moe can't believe that such a short trip can bring someone to another country. He mentions that he will not have much time to write over the next few days.
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30 June 1944
Moe is still adjusting to the transition. When he came to England the process was more gradual. Now he is suddenly in a different country after so short a journey.
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18 July 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Lucy Knox
Tells Lucy that he misses her and really looks forward to her letters every time the mail comes.
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26 July 1792
Complains that though the post has arrived, he has not received any letters from his wife. Laments that he was not able to visit her. Mentions the Izard family arriving in a few days. Free frank stamped as "Free" and signed by Henry Knox.
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18 September 1792
Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800
to Henry Knox
Forwards a copy of a document concerning William Duer. Informs Knox that he must present his case before the Supreme Court or the district judge.
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19 March 1789
to Abraham Lott
Received his last letter regarding Lott's son. Writes that he will always be happy to help any member of Lott's family, but does not know of any vacant position at present. Will let him know if any position becomes available in which Lott's "sons...
GLC02437.04146
27 August 1793
Lincoln, Abner, 1763-1826
Lincoln appears to be an official at the academy where Henry Jackson Knox attends. Suspects that his letters of 20 June and 27 July did not reach Knox. Proceeds to give Knox an update on his son. Says the boy improved after being placed under the...
GLC02437.05915
4 February 1791
Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797
Writes that "the Collector of Taxes has twice called on me for rates that have been due for some time." Directed him to speak to Mr. [Nicholas] Hoffman since he did not have an order from Knox to discharge them.
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28 September 1783
McDougall, Alexander, 1732-1786
Informs Knox that "the people above, who trade to nyork, complain of being stopt at your post," and asks if some of the Connecticut troops are headed out tomorrow.
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7 September 1785
to Doctor Monro
Writes a note thanking Doctor Monro of London for treating his brother William Knox's insanity. Is happy to hear of William's recovery and is very glad Doctor Monro's excellent reputation in America proved to be accurate in his successful treatment...
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11 December 1788
to Thomas Lambert Moore
Knox requests that Moore send their son Henry home due to an outbreak of measles at Hempstead. Notes that two of his children "are emerging from the distemper, and two others must inevitably take it..."
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17 May 1776
Burbeck, Edward, 1740-1783
Informs Knox that Lieutenant John Edes plans to leave his post to join the Provincial Service. Edes is on his way to ask Knox for a discharge. Burbeck wants Edes to return to duty and fears the consequences if officers just decide to leave. Also...
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18 May 1776
Cheever, Ezekiel, 1741-1826
[Invoice for money distributed for ordnance and pay in Knox's artillery regiment]
Cheever was commissary of artillery for Knox's regiment.
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20 May 1776
Whiteman, Henry, fl. 1776
to Jonathan Pollard
Receipt for equipment. Whiteman was a member of the Dutchess County Militia of New York. Pollard was the quartermaster in Knox's artillery regiment.
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