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7 September 1943
Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945
to Estelle Spero
Diamond comments on his new palatial home, although complains about the abundance of mosquitoes.
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30 December 1943
Diamond describes a conversation with one of the "natives" about love and marriage.
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5 May 1944
Diamond writes that some day he hopes to visit New Zealand or Australia. He comments that he has read part 2 of "France et La Vieux".
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17 May 1944
Diamond writes the letter while "comfortably loafing on hospital bed", waiting for surgery on a cyst. He tells Estelle that if her cousin joins the infantry and goes into active combat, he will have tremendous respect for him: "Truly the infantry is...
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7 June 1944
Diamond discusses the "news of the continental invasion."
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8 June 1944
Diamond describes the Texan ward boy. He also explains that, although he had already written Estelle a letter that day, he "felt like being with [her]."
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23 June 1944
Diamond writes that they are "doing little else besides train and train some more." He describes a party that a Lieutenant Rubin had given in honor of his fiancée's marriage to another man: "killed a bottle of scotch - laughed - joked…" He also...
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19 September 1944
Diamond comments on the fact that Estelle's letter paper smells of her powder. He writes that he had attended Rosh Hashanah services that morning.
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11 July 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe responds to Sylvia's letter in which she says she is feeling blue. He also describes the sycamore trees.
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21 August 1944
Moe describes the rain, and what he and Jack ate for lunch. He tells Sylvia not to feel bad for not seeing Mom and Pop so often because she needs time to herself.
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29 August 1944
Moe mentions that Sam Shinestone has landed a good job, and that Sam Hoffman is in France. He is very positive the Germans will be pushed out of France within thirty days.
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25 September 1944
Moe is confused by the French grammar book he found as it is in French. He and Jack will start with the simple conjugations, but asks Sylvia to send a French grammar book if she has one since one in English would be easier.
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4 October 1944
Moe got a good haircut. He writes that the next town is one of the ones Sylvia guessed. He instructs her to find someone to stay with her if she feels too lonely. He also comments that she will have a collection of bracelets by the time this is all...
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8 October 1944
Moe describes the move, he says it is not known how long they will be there yet. He explored the town with Marty and Jack, and visited the cathedral. They ate in a nice restaurant with an orchestra.
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25 October 1944
Moe retrieved an ID bracelet he'd left at a jeweler's to be fitted. Then went over some film he had developed with the boys. He assures Sylvia he hasn't got religious in spite of regular attendance at services.
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17 September 1943
Moe mentions the big party that is coming up. He says he doesn't know what they are doing about girls but he doesn't really care. He remembers how excited Sylvia gets about her clothes.
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18 September 1943
Moe wrote this letter as he was waiting for his barrack to pass inspection. He says the typical soldier doesn't understand what's really going on. They are ignorant and misinformed. He congratulates Sylvia on getting a raincoat.
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15 October 1943
Moe says the boys are playing Gin Rummy to pass the time, and that he has been reading a lot of poetry lately. He says he met a man named Johnny Gaunt. This letter is written from aboard the ship that is taking him overseas.
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21 October 1943
Moe thinks Dad would be interested to know he attended services. He says he hasn't been out of camp yet, but that once he has he will describe everything.
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25 October 1943
Moe is finally able to tell Sylvia that he is now in England. He notes that Marty received a letter from Olga and he was a little jealous but knows mail from her is forthcoming. He says she would love England.
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31 October 1943
Moe apologizes for not writing Sylvia as much as he has been getting acquainted with England at government expense. He is still anxiously waiting for mail from her.
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2 November 1943
Moe is very happy because he finally received some letters from Sylvia. He will properly answer them later, he is disappointed that Joe is not making much progress.
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4 November 1943
Moe recounts a funny story in which he and Marty went out to dinner. He ordered veal milanese only to discover that under the cheese and tomato sauce there is fish instead of veal.
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6 November 1943
Moe asks after Hy and Ann. He also talks about the ongoing gin game that will be settled on payday.
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13 November 1943
Moe writes a short account of a typical day, from 2 to 4 he rests, then has dinner, he returns at about 6 and writes a letter or two and then plays gin with Marty. From 10:30 until 6:30 am he works.
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16 November 1943
Moe is excited about the Christmas packages that have begun to arrive. He is happy that despite the distance between them, Sylvia feels close to him.
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24 November 1943
Moe is excited about Thanksgiving, he reminds Sylvia that one day parting will be a thing of the past. In the meantime they have a lot to be thankful for.
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5 December 1943
Moe received six letters and promises a long answer later. He also received a letter from Dad., and comments that he has not been getting enough sleep.
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13 December 1943
Moe received Sylvia's birthday card and is keeping it on the mantel above the fire. He thanks Mad, Bess and Ben for their contributions.
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Moe refers to an increased allotment of support for his parents and says it will be able to prove he was their chief source of support so that they can get a few extra dollars.
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15 December 1943
Moe went to his favorite place, the English-Speaking Union. Afterwards, he was walking when suddenly he bumped into an elderly gentleman, but no harm done.
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24 December 1943
Moe forgot to tell Sylvia where the service took place; in the Guild Hall of the City where there were crystal chandeliers. He met a Capt. Hutt who came from New York as well and lived near the beach like them.
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27 December 1943
Moe is glad Sylvia is beginning to get his letters. He writes that it is a good thing Eddie is sending her to Newman's for a suit, he got his Dad's there and it is a good buy.
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28 December 1943
Moe went to a picture show, and enjoyed it. There were songs that he and Sylvia have sung many times, and it brought back a lot of memories.
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1929-1945
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to "Moe" Weiner
Sylvia had dinner with Mad, and read a book. This is pages 2-3 of a larger letter.
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Sylvia refers to the books Moe has sent her. This is page 2-6 of a larger letter.
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18 May 1943
Moe is in the middle of tactical training. He also advises Sylvia about the union tax.
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2 June 1943
Moe writes that he heard a song they have sung many times together; "There's a Long, Long Trail Awinding."
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11 June 1943
Moe describes his work in the clothing repair warehouse today. He says he prefers Fort Lewis to Salem because now they are given something to do every day and they are always done by 4:30pm. He is very excited about the possibility of furlough and...
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6 July 1943
Moe writes that they will probably be in Fort Lewis until August 1. He also mentions that if Sylvia wants to come visit, she should make her plans quickly, and know that she may not get back on time. He advises her to think things through and not...
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17 August 1943
Moe complains he hasn't received mail from Sylvia in a week. He writes that they were inspected by the chemical warfare division. He has plans to see a movie with Frank later.
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19 August 1943
Moe responds to Sylvia's previous letter. He hopes her father is feeling better and that her mother gets a chance to ease up soon but doesn't think it's possible. He hopes Joe gets over his setback and acknowledges that's it must feel strange that...
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21 August 1943
Moe is glad that Joe is doing much better. He describes a boat ride and wishes he could have taken it with Sylvia, he also describes his sleeping habits.
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31 August 1943
Moe reports that he will be getting a haircut later. He thanks Sylvia for the socks she sent, but has to cut the letter short so he can wait in line for his haircut.
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1 September 1943
Moe refers to Sylvia's "condition" again and says he demands to know what the doctor said. He acknowledges that his mother invited everyone to dinner. He does not understand why his brother Ben is not spending time with his mother and is surprised...
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4 September 1943
Moe went into town, he is glad Sylvia had dinner with Sara and Sam. He tells her to watch what she eats and drinks.
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6 September 1943
It turns out that both Moe and Sylvia saw the same film recently. Moe mentions the possibility of talking by phone.
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10 September 1943
Moe advises Sylvia to take the new intake job but tells her to see a foot doctor before taking a job that requires a lot of walking. He advises her against school because she needs to get her full state of health restored, but ultimately leaves it up...
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11 September 1943
Moe tells Sylvia about a little party they had after lights out with cheese, tomatoes, onions, crackers and sardines. He heard from Hy, and Moe says that he is not upset that he doesn't qualify for much because of his age.
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9 January 1944
Moe responds to Sylvia's description of a Christmas shopping trip. He is reminded of all the times they went Christmas shopping together and how tiring it was.
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