16 November 1941
Time 1500
Dear Folks:
This has been sort of a dismal Sunday. Today it fell upon me to have the watch at the office this morning so I was unable to attend church service. When you have the watch you march the men over to breakfast and then have charge of them until the officer arrives at noon. Probably won’t have it again for another three months. You know I actually missed not going to the service this morning.
I just finished putting blanco on my pack, my first aid kit, my bayonet scabbard, my cartridge belt, my leggings, and my canteen holder. Then I also shined all my leather goods.
Mother, we all chipped in a dollar a piece and bought a maytag washing machine. Now, all I have to send to the laundry is my kakhi pants and shirts. Yesterday afternoon another fellow and I carried hot water and did our washing. I had quite a washing; six pair of hose, four towels, four pair f skivvies, four handkerchiefs and my three civilian shirts. I can readily see why it makes you worn out when you wash.
Dad, I still enjoy the magazines and the papers very much. Got a great kick out of Durbin and Loxley not being able to pick up Doc Fleenar in Denver. Looks as if the trip cost the taxpayers a little money for nothing.
In this mornings mail I had a letter from Mary Dickson & Leota. Mary tells me that Robert is their agent for the farms and that he will have to learn farming.
Today is quite chilly. Have to have the kerosene stove lighted. It is the first time in quite awhile. We also haven’t had any rain for quite a spell. Afraid I’ll have to dry my washing over the kerosene stove.
For chow today noon we had white rabbit. It tasted pretty good for a change.
Am always glad to hear from all of you and I hope this letter finds all of you feeling fine.
You had just better forget getting me anything for Christmas as you already have done more than enough for me. What do you and Dad want for Christmas?
Not much news but a line to let you know my thoughts are always with you.
Love to all,
Leo
P.S. Thanks Dad for the stamps.
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