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This folder contains letters written by Albert Garretson to his wife while he is working for SHAEF in France and London. He is anxious to leave France but his departure for London is repeatedly delayed. He expresses his regret at being unable to be with Agnes while she gives birth. A cable on January 31 announces the birth of Deborah Peters Garretson. Albert uses his vacation time in France to visit Rouen and Versailles. By February he is back in London and hopes to be returning to the United States by the end of the month. He is "wanted" back in Versailles and also "wanted" in London, but he is pressing for his superior in Washington D.C. to request that he return. His wish is granted, and he returns to the United States on May 1. The final letter in the folder includes a copy of the program for Franklin D. Roosevelt's funeral in St. Paul's Cathedral.

This folder contains letters from Alfred F. Tokar to Sheldon F. Berlow discussing Sheldon F. Berlow's officer training, promotions, and the business affairs of his advertising business.

This folder contains letters sent to Hazel Bowman from her Anna E. Allen in Orange Park, FL. She mainly discusses her daily life and updates on family members of Hazel.

This folder contains letters from Annie Jennings. Jennings lived in Gainesville, Florida, and many of her letters mention the state of the University of Florida. Jennings was also friends with Virginia "Allen" Greenleaf. There is a letter in Greenleaf's collection which was sent to her from Annie that she then sent to Hazel.

This folder includes both letters and postcards from Anthony to Sidote

This folder contains letters to William Clayton Greene from two nuns he befriended while in Belgium. There are 6 letters, 5 in French and 1 in English, detailing thanks for a birthday gift sent by Greene to the nuns as well as general conversation.

This folder contains handwritten letters from Betty to Herbert.

This folder contains handwritten letters from Betty to Herbert.

This folder contains letters from Bill Fontaine sent to Hazel. Included in many of his letters are copies and discussions of Snafupppers, a satire paper aimed at GIs which he edits based out of his location in Columbus, OH. In his September 30, 1944, letter, he discusses issues GIs have returning home after being under such strict supervision as well as his misgivings with the modern institution of the church. In his letter on November 1, 1944, he included newspaper clippings, including a political cartoon about the presidential election, letters from men in India, and a copy of Party Records. His January 29, 1945 letter included correspondence forwarded to Hazel that was between Bill and Mrs. Bowman.

This folder contains letters from Bill Fontaine sent to Hazel. Included in many of his letters are copies and discussions of The Snafupper, a satire paper aimed at GIs which he edits based out of his location in Columbus, OH. In this folder, he also included a copy of the "Kyle Kartoon Book," a supplement to The Snafupper. His August 14, 1945, letter discussed the surrender of Japan.