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Leona acknowledges that she has been receiving the dimes that Danny has been sending in his letters. She has sent him candy and asked that he send cigars and gum if he can. She went to La Bella's and she says that even though Danny aspires to be like…

Leona's brother Emilio heard that the war in Europe would be over in weeks - and if not, then in 4 months. Leona tells Danny about Irene Zaccagnini, aged 14, dieing suddenly and about going to a Baptism with Danny's parents, although she felt odd not…

Danny is deeply in love with Leona. He wanted to send money to Leona by checks. Danny is amazed by the fact that Leona is pregnant and she is carrying their baby.

Danny questions if everyhting is OK at home because there is a week long gap between Leona's two most recent letters. He thanks her for visiting his parents even after the way they have treated her and continue to treat her. There is mention of…

She talks about the pregnancy and choosing a baby name. She also talks about work. Leona is happy that Danny is getting aquainted with the other service men.

Danny questions if everything is OK at home because there is a week long gap between Leona's two most recent letters. He thanks her for visiting his parents even after the way they have treated her and continue to treat her. There is mention of…

She worked the night before and her mom fixed her breakfast so she could write to him. Last night, she saw Gilda, Nina and Jean. Jean is as snooty as ever and she has gotten worse. She received his suitcase yesterday and laid his hat on the table.…

Roger Di Paolo is writing his aunt and uncle with nothing to say. He asks if they will send him cigars. He gives his best to Leona and recommends naming the baby Oscar Wilde. He also wants his aunt and uncle to encourage his parents to move to…

Danny asks Leona if the news he read about 65 men trapped in a mine in Bellaire affected anyone she knew. He tells her that he really enjoyed his furlough even though there has been an argument with his parents. He can't wait for the baby to be born;…

Danny tells Leona that they are expecting several new men to arrive at the camp in the upcoming days. He may not be mess sargent for long. He mentions that he visited Finlin's new apartment. The rent was $37.50. Danny apologizes for any times he may…