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Western Union from Govt. noting that PL Sergent Ernest Thomas Jr.'s remains are to be delivered soon to Wilkins Funeral Home in Montecello, FL. Notes that remains will be accompanied by military escort.

Western Union from A.A Vandegrift Lieut. General USMC Commandant of Marine Corps- Notice of death of Sergent Ernest Thomas Jr.

This telegram was sent to Katherine Bush from Samuel G. O'Regan, Major, QMC Chief, informing her that her son's remains were enroute to the United States and stating her wish that the remains be interred in Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, California, asking confirmation of these plans and telling her she would be informed by telegram of the date and time of the funeral service.

One page Telegram message states to address further mail to 18th Separate Recruit Battalion, New River, NC.

One page Telegram message states Ernest I. Thomas, was permanently assigned as a Drill Instructor at Parris Island, SC U.S. Marine Corps training base.