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Danny thanks his wife for the salami that she sent. He made the colonel a sandwich. He is happy to have become an uncle, since Bambina had a baby boy. However, he is blue that he may not be present when his own child is born, although he really does…

Danny reflects upon his faith and asks Leona to light an occasional candle for Mario. He reassures her that everyone including Mario, Roger Di Paolo, and Johnnie will return safely. Danny looks forward to life at the end of the war: a nice family,…

Made 600 cookies for the boys. "Honey I've been away from you so long that if I seen you without any clothes at all (did think you were beautiful) Ha Ha" Did you give money to Kate, the money you drew from the bank when we were in Texas? "Thanks for…

Don't go around in just shorts under the trees.. "I am not trying to be funny, honey, I really mean that, so please try to be careful and don't go getting yourself sick". Letter from Johnny, in England flying bombs. Friend's husband in Hawaii. Heard…

Name: Edmondo Catania Place and Date of Birth: South Philadelphia, PA, 09/23/1944 Generation: 2 Family Origin: Paternal = Naso, Sicily, Italy Maternal = Capo d’Orlando, Sicily, Italy Spoken Languages: English Proficient in Italian…

Roger Di Paolo is responding to the telegram announcing Leona's wedding and notifying her that he cannot get leave to attend. The letter assumes a pessimistic tone as he indicates that he will soon be on the boat. He informs Leona that hers is one of…

Danny mentions the "son" but he was not born yet! (Maybe referring to Sue's pregnancy referenced in letter 1944 -01-05) I think this letter actually dates to 1945 even though the date reads 44. Danny is stationed in Germany and has disclosed to Leona…

Danny explains to Leona that the priest has made an exception and is offering him a shortened Catechism so that he can make his Communion in order to be married. Danny reveals that he cannot offer much in the way of a marital home and will explain…

Danny expects to return home on Wednesday. He congratulates Leona on her parents moving out and informs her that he was able to receive the sacrament of Communion on Sunday.

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…