June 16, 1943

My Dearest Catherine,

Or in plain words

Hi-ya Chief,

I must beg forgiveness for not writing because I have been out in the field very busy with no chance to write at all. I received

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Madeline took. You said you would like to send one to my Mother. Well I am sure she would like one. Also write to her as she often asks about you. I am sure she would like to hear from you. Her address is

Mrs. C. V. Kershaw

213 Second St.

Weatherly Penna.

Well Chief, we are leaving on Saturday, and I can’t say that I am sorry. We are going up around Nashville, Tennessee and that is 400

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