From Mrs. Edward A Murphy Jr,

Box 414 Centerville, Massachusetts

February 7, 1944

Dearest adored little husbie: Today I received by mail that document from you making me your attorney (or what ever!) and have carefully put it away. Now if you’ll just increase the baby’s and my allotment, my life will be very pleasant and easy to manage. Should you, dear, so much. I also had a grand letter from Eileen today, with pictures of Kathleen which I will send to you to see. She’s cute. But not like our Jamie will be!! Still haven’t heard if jack will be down Saturday- if he doesn’t call by Friday, I’ll call him. I catched another mouse last night, and threw the trap away, too! Darling, does the “Essie” spoon bring you any comfort? And is Dreeb still with you? And how is my Dink?!! Keep him safe for me. I’m fine, and so is the family. Getting impatient for May 15!!! I love you so much, and pray for you constantly. Keep well, dear one, and never forget you have the endless love of your wife.