Sept. 25, 1944

Admiralty Island

Dearest Clara,

I washed a few of my dirty clothes late this afternoon. I have them all clean now, for another week, except for socks. I wash them out pretty often, to keep my feet from getting sore. I don’t have very many pains. We have a dog now. She sure is spoiled, can’t get her to eat raw meat at all. A dog is sure a lot of company, the little rascal has a habit of taking out socks, and carrying them away. I am getting awfully sleepy, as I was on guard last night. It kind of broke up my rest. I worked part of the day.

Well honey, I guess I better wash my teeth and go to bed, as we always get up pretty early in the morning. So be careful and write often. Good night.

Love to my wife Clara,

Your husband Johnny