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DATED 5-8-44
Dear mom,
Just a few lines tonight to say hello and that I’m fine as ever. Is everyone at home allright – I sure hope so.
I’m back in England again now. I’ll soon have a permanent A.P.O. number I guess so my mail should come lots sooner. If you haven’t sent the dozen pair of socks, razor and candy I ask for you can send it now & I’ll be sure to get it ok!
Did you ever get any film for Lee’s camera. I ask Aunt & C.K. to see to see if they could pick up some.
I’m now in the ninth air force. I’ll send Sister a shoulder patch for her jacket soon as I get one. They are really pretty.
It seems like John Howard is travelling almost as much as I am isn’t he? Where is Joe Black now?
I took some pictures while I was (snapshots) in Ireland. I left before I got them but they will be mailed to me so I’ll send them to you. You’ll probably want to give them all way when you see them. Ha! Ha!
I’m going to bed early because I’m really tired tonight so will close for now & write you again tomorrow. Hope you, pop & sis are fine & happy. Write soon & often.
Your loving son,
Earl D.