Sept. 18, 1944

Dearest Clara,

Well honey, I will write this one to you, before I start Mother’s. It isn’t very late, and is cooling down some. One of the boys was showing me some of the pictures his folks sent him, they were nice. I showed all of mine to him. It’s sure nice to have our pictures with us. Pauly said she would like to have a picture of me in uniform, like the ones you sent to me, but I don’t want to part with them. She put up 19 jars of apple jelly. I had it doesn’t taste as good as what you put up, or maybe I’m being selfish. She sent Vern an identification bracelet for his Christmas, I bet he will like it fine. Darling, I’ll write and tell you all I am allowed, as I love you sweetheart. Do be good and careful. Good-night.

With all my love, to my dear wife,

Johnny.