Christine letter to George Rehn - April 4, 1919
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Collinsville [Illinois] [April 4, 1919]. Friend [George], Will try to think of a few lines to write although news isnt very plentiful at present. Got your card a few days ago very glad you are o.k. sorry you arent one of the fortunate ones to come home all you need is patience do you know what that is? Suppose you hear from your little sis quite often
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cant tell very much about her at present for she has been a real good girl lately going to church every Friday, now isnt that nice, suppose she is praying for her dear little brother to return soon. Havent seen Em very often only called there the other day that was at Friedmans: (her office) being my bother wanted to kiss her good bye, (dont tell Harley Hee Ho!) Sorry to say Al left for Denver but more so that I couldnt go with him guess I will go later at least I hope to see the West this year so hurry home so I can have another look at you before I leave, and be sure you weigh 190 as I said before. You will surely be surprised to see your big nephew when you return, some boy, those
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big brown eyes will win most any one heart, can truthfully say he looks more like his uncle [George] every time I see him. Not forgetting little Marie she is a regular doll. Well old scout it is time for me to say good night the new time doesnt seem to agree with me. Hoping you are in the best of health and in a good humor. as ever Christine
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| Title | Christine letter to George Rehn - April 4, 1919 |
| Creator | Christine |
| Source | Christine. Letter to George Rehn. 04 April 1919. George H. Rehn Collection. 1982.279. The National World War I Museum, Kansas City, Missouri. |
| Description | Christine sent this letter to her friend George Rehn on April 4, 1919. Christine discussed recent news from home. George Rehn was part of the 63rd Guard Unit, 13th Marine Regiment. Rehn served in France from November 1918 to July 1919 as part of Company B, 9th SEP Battalion. |
| Subject LCSH | World War, 1914-1918; United States. Marine Corps--1910-1920. |
| Subject Local | WWI; World War I; United States. Marine Corps. Regiment, 13th |
| Site Accession Number | 1982.279 |
| Contributing Institution | National World War I Museum and Memorial |
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| Date Original | April 4, 1919 |
| Language | English |