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November 20, 1944
Dear Jerry,
Can’t write much, the censor is to blame,
Just saying I’m well and signing my name.
Can’t tell when I came here or tell where I’m at
Can’t tell when I’ll leave here, no one knows that.
Can’t tell what we’re doing, can’t describe the place
Just saying I’m healthy and still in the race.
Can’t mention the weather, can’t say if there’s rain
All military secrets, must secrets remain.
We work in the daytime, stand guard at nite,
We live in tents with candles for light.
We exist on corn willies with beans for dessert,
No tables to sit at - we eat on the dirt.
There are a lot better places and some not so good
But we’re not complaining, no reason why we should.
We jump in our bed sacks at the end of each day
And dream of our homes back in the good old U.S.A.
Some days I’m happy, some days I’m blue,
But there’s not a day when I don’t think of you.
All feelings aside it’s not so bad,
We joke and laugh and refuse to be sad.
Don’t take this too seriously, not having a bad time,
This isn’t much of a poem but the sentences rhyme.
This is enough nonsense for one person to write
So I’ll call this my letter and close with good nite.
Johnny
P.S. I didn’t compose this but it describes pretty accurately my first five months over here, especially living conditions.
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134
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Llandaff
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John C. Waller
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1944-11-20
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November 20, 1944, #2
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November 20, 1944
Dearest Geraldine,
Say that's a mighty sweet aroma on those last three snaps you sent me. How about putting a little in something so I can take a whiff occasionally. We don't smell anything like that over here, so how about it? This won't be much of an epistle as we haven't been doing much for the past week. Tonight we're putting out on a run, so I may have more to say in a couple of days. Three of us went to see "The Spoilers' last might. It's an old picture like all the others we see, still it helps to pass an evening. By the way, the theatre closes at eight-thirty and you think Sardines is slow. It was pouring rain when we came out. We always have a job finding our way back in the blacked out streets, especially when the sky is overcast as it was last night. I always manage to make it though. I don't know how much longer I'll be with these fellows. The major told me today that our original order for sixty days attachment has been changed to thirty days and we're overtime already. If I join my company again I'll get a change of scenery. I wish I could tell you about things, however, secrets are secrets. You know how women keep secrets, heh, heh! We've got some hot jive on the phonograph playing through the radio. Makes you want to start cutting a rug.
Well, toots, stay as sweet as you are and remember your G.I. Joe sometimes.
Love, Johnny
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134
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1944-11-20
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November 14, 1944
Dearest Geraldine,
This makes the fourth letter I've written to you in a week but I received another letter from you yesterday so I might as well answer & keep up to date. Maybe then we won't find it so hard to know what we're talking about.
I'd have given a months salary to have traded places with you when you ran into Susy - just for that brief meeting. That little dog means a lot to me. She has a lot of friends in Buffalo from the vet who sewed her together when three cars hit her to the kids on the street. She always enjoyed the small children on our street especially my sisters two sparkplugs. She used to keep them from going into the street by jumping up and down in front of them. I hope she remembers me when I get back.
Glad to hear that you enjoyed yourself with your girl and boyfriends on the farm. It must be nice to be able to do all the things you mentioned and be your own boss. You're a versatile young woman aren't you — everything from barn dancing to horseback riding. I wouldn't know how to begin to square dance and the only horseback riding I ever did was behind the ninety horses of my car. Not much to brag about I agree. I don't know as I could trust myself on a weekend with you 'livewires'. Still I'd probably make a good chaperone. I'll bet you like that last remark.
We made a short run of eight hours on Sunday. I was mighty glad it was short as I was 'pooped' as it was and hit the hay early. I think I'll have to take some vitamin pills until I get my strength back.
Our kitchen car came back today so we'll be eating good again. They started out good with tender roast beef, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter and coffee for supper. Dessert was chocolate ice cream and chocolate cake. You can have all you want to.
You may be memorizing a new address soon as our original assignment to this train is up in thirty days. We may stay then or be on the move again.
Well, I'm getting well stuck for news but you can't say much over here anyhow. About all a letter amounts to is talking about when you were a civilian and about what you'll do when you reach that heavenly status again. I know I'm going for eighteen holes of golf with my dad. I've never beat him yet but I will.
I almost forgot, I've thought of something I need, namely a pocket dictionary. You've seen these pocket book editions they sell in the dime store and elsewhere. They make a dictionary too, I believe. I can't get one over here of any size. I guess the limeys know how to spell everything, however, I'm just a poor Yank and mighty glad of it. Say your folks aren't English are they? If so you better get rid of this epistle but quick.
Seriously though, you would be doing my buddy and I a great favor if you can find a pocket edition. Thanks pal!
Too bad I have to correspond by mail as I'm in a good mood tonight. Oh well, such is life. If I write too much or if you have any other complaints, let me know. I hope you are well and don't work too hard.
Cheerio precious, Love and stuff, Johnny
P.S. Let me know if you appreciate my literary efforts. You probably don't.
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134
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Llandaff
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John C. Waller
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1944-11-14
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November 14, 1944
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November 11, 1944
Dear Geraldine,
I was pleased to receive two more letters from you today. These were only three weeks on the way.
Today we had the afternoon off so my buddy and I came to this town to do some sightseeing and shopping. I should say we attempted to do the latter, as we found it impossible. The just isn't anything for sale which is suitable as a gift. We ran into several Joes on similar quests and they were equally unlucky. We are pretty disgusted at present, believe me.
We went into one shop to buy some Xmas cards. That proved difficult too. Apparently the British go in for calendars rather than cards. The cards they do have depend on their message from the picture on the frontispiece rather than on the verse. Personally, I like a nice verse rather than a pretty picture. No doubt I inherited that from my mother.
While in the store, which was also a novelty shop, I noticed a lieutenant examining some lapel ornaments. She bought one so I went up and asked her if they had any feminine appeal. She said they were quite unusual and the only thing she had seen in town which she liked so I asked her to pick you one out. Now my problem is mailing it without getting it squashed. It's only a couple of inches wide and very flimsy so I'll have to make a box for it. This is not a present, by the way, just something to remember me by. Since it appealed to the lieut I thought you might like one as a sort of souvenir.
After leaving the store, we visited the town's cathedral, the centre of interest of any English town. I won't take the time to describe it in this letter, suffice it to say that it was very beautiful. The only thing I don't like about their churches is their habit of burying people under the floor with a small tablet saying so and so lies underneath. I don't like walking over tombs. We met the Lt. in the church again and stayed for a short service which ended at five o'clock. Now my buddy and I are in the Red Cross and have just finished our meal. I'm writing this before we go out to a show.
Say, I didn't know you were twenty-two. Hells bell, I'm only twenty-three myself and figured you were a couple of years younger! You must have had a birthday recently. Congrats!
I'm re-reading your letters now so I can comment on them. to begin with, I agree most heartily that Harold is a lucky fellow. He's following a good course if he goes after a BS in chemistry.
I don't know who you thought would tell me about your male interests as you're the only one I hear from in Sarnia with the exception of my Unc. Anyhow, all I have to say about it is that if you always think before you leap, you'll not go far wrong.
Your fortune telling visit was quite interesting even though I don't believe in those guys. He did a good job of leaving me out of the picture didn't he but you my friend did that long ago, doggone it. Thanks for thinking of me anyway.
I must have given you a wrong impression about those gray hairs. It's true I have some as white as the new driven snow but you can't notice them when my hair is cut short, at least I don't think you can.
My mom misses me naturally, however, she's doing O.K. according to my aunt who saw her in October. Why don't you drop her a line sometime if you want to? She always did like you and said more than once it was too bad you didn't live closer to Buffalo.
Well you should soon have the picture I sent you. I doubt if you noticed much change in my appearance. It doesn't show in a photo, besides I haven't changed much. I look different now than in the snap because of the weight I lost which was fourteen pounds.
Well, my chum is impatiently tapping his feet so I must rush. Thanks a million for writing and I hope you don't mind my doing the following, namely sending you my love. You can always take it in a brotherly way, you know, and so I remain affectionately, As ever, Johnny
APO
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134
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Llandaff
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John C. Waller
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1944-11-11
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November 11, 1944
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November 10, 1944
Dear Geraldine,
Well toots this probably won't be much of a letter but I'm in the mood news or no news. I've just finished a letter to a friend of my mothers whose boy, a pal of mine, is over here too. She hasn't been hearing from him much so I thought a letter from old Wall might help a little. We look somewhat alike except that he's an inch or so taller plus a few pounds heavier. I, by the way, have lost quite a little weight. The major told me this morning that I could stand ten pounds easily. I replied that feeling well was more important than being robust. I could stand some pounds though, I know.
Interesting letter don't you think, but I warned you that I had no news. I forgot to mention that I was released from the hospital two days ago in the late afternoon. Aside from being low on stamina I'm in pretty good shape.
I took a walk into town last night with one of the sergeants and nearly 'pooped' myself going up these doggone hills. I didn't realize my legs were so weak. To make a long story short, we spent an enjoyable two hours up in Mabel's room. That by the way is the name of the picture we saw. I didn't capitalize it as you notice. Poor joke, I guess.
Coming back, we bought a train ticket for two pence to save walking. It was a four minute ride but well worth the price to escape the chill winds that blow down from these hills.
I wish I could take you for a walk up one of these hills. You get a wonderful view from the top and the hike up is fun too.
Pardon me if I digress for a minute but every time I look at the snap of you leaning against a log, you look prettier. Someone is going to be mighty lucky some day and I don't mean maybe & don't tell me I'm nuts.
One of the fellows on the train has a camera so I may be able to send you an up-to-date snap sometime soon. We have a place where we can develop pictures so I'm hoping to get in a little darkroom work. The first developing I ever did was in Ft. Wayne and it made a big hit with me although my results weren't exactly professional.
This morning, the hills were white with frost. It remained very cool all day with a thin ice film over any stray puddles of water. We'll soon be putting on long johns if this keeps up.
You know, I could gab on and on to-night but I guess I better hit the bunk instead. You better watch out for my letters when I once get your answer to that little question no matter which way you answer it.
Now, I'll say good nite to my favorite correspondent. Don't work too hard. Hoping to hear from you soon, I still remain,
As ever,
Johnny
P.S. Is this how you got your job in the bank. heh heh!
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134
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Llandaff
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John C. Waller
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1944-11-10
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November 10, 1944
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Wartime Humour
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Sirs:
I read with amusement the form letter written by the Rev. Douglas Hamilton Priest (TIME, March 12). ... I was a Merchant Marine crewman, so I have been around a bit. I beg to differ with this English Reverend and his gratuitous insult to Mediterranean women who are supposed to "get ugly and old-looking so quickly." Coming from an Englishman, whose women are the strangest conglomeration of horse-faced, buck-toothed females this side of a freak show—this is really rich! A beautiful English woman is as rare as a black swan, whereas most so-called Mediterranean women are pretty when not beautiful.
I suggest the Reverend stop giving advice about Mediterranean women; it's obvious he doesn't know the score on this subject....
Lachesis B. M. Muta
Gulfport, Miss.
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1945-04-16
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Mediterranean Women v. British
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May 9, 1945
Dearest Geraldine,
How's my little hon to-day. I hope you are feeling O.K., but I can't help wondering and worrying about you. I don't know what I'd do if anything happened to you darling, so please be good to me and take care of yourself for JCW.
We're listening to Bob Hope on the radio. His guest star is Frank Sinatra. You know how they are always making jokes about his thinness and supposed frailty. Well, he used to be a fighter's manager and sparred himself in Stillman's Gym in New York. One of the patients here knows him personally and said he can take care of himself, if he has to. I was rather surprised to hear that. Just shows to go you what publicity can do.
Well sweet and lovely, where are you going to spend your summer vacation this year and when will it be? My first vacation idea is still unchanged namely, to pile the old rod in the back of the car along with my plugs and reels and head for the Peace Bridge, Canada, and Muskoka. Complete rest away from the cares of the world. Nothing to do but lie around, eat when I feel like it, sleep a bit, and reel in a pickerel or bass once in awhile. Of course, it would be nice if a certain young lady was around to keep me company - fact 'twould be perfect. I'm expecting to hear any day from my mother that dad is up there on his annual fishing spree. I don't actually expect to get much fishing done if you're anywhere near though hon, and it wouldn't bother me at all or rather won't. Good-nite little one, my dreams will all be of you!
Another sunny day is here. Everything smells so fresh and clean outside. I stuck my head out of the window by my bed and inhaled for about a half hour. There seems to be a scent of lilacs in the air yet I can't see any lilac bushes.
The guys are all gathered round the radio to hear about the point system of release for the U.S. Army. They're going to announce the value of points for length of service, overseas service, decorations & dependents. About the only ones who will be affected are those in the original draft back in 41 and the older men with children. Fortunately, the present system is only intended for use now Germany has fallen. It won't necessarily apply after Japan's defeat.
We're going to have a movie shown in the ward again this afternoon. Hope it's better than the last one. I told you about they're playing The Music Stopped But We Kept On Dancing on the radio. Dancing with you will be just like in that song. Do you remember the words?
Well hon, for now this is all. I'll be with you again this evening. Don't work too hard and once again, take good care of yourself for me - the ordinary guy with the extraordinary love for you.
All my love,
Your
Johnny
APO
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121
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Malvern
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John C. Waller
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1945-05-09
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May 9, 1945
Dearest Gerrie,
It's a very quiet, peaceful evening here hon with the sun still shining at eight o'clock. With you I could enjoy it - without you it's just another evening, the same as every day is just another day. This isn't meant to be a dismal thought little one, merely a reiteration of the fact that life away from you is very incomplete and that I am looking forward - you'll never know how much - to the day when we're together again, never more to part. How I do love you my darling!
Kinda looks like this will be strictly a love letter. Wish I was better at it, but couldn't be more sincere.
Interruption - We just listened to a speech by the king. I wonder if you weren't listening to it over there too.
You know hon, the more I think of that scrapbook idea, the better I like it. That will be the best way to recall, in later years, the good times we have yet to have during our engagement and then in our married life. Imagine remembering thirty years from now how I proposed to you. We should really get a kick out of such a treasury of memories. What I want to do is get started. Hope it won't be too long before we're able to.
Here it is the day after V-E. Already it seems like part of the past.
I got sidetracked on this letter last nite honey - the guys started a game of casino on my bed so there wasn't much chance to write. Incidentally, I won the game. Later, we lay in our beds talking about plans for the future and even how we met our wives and girl friends. That sounds a little funny the way I put it - I meant just one woman for each man. Charlie, in the next bed, has a twin brother. His wife mistook him for this brother and that's how he first got acquainted with her. You'd be surprised how these guys got engaged. Not one had the typical movie setting of moonlight and music. Bob Barton, the lively fellow, proposed while downtown shopping, Charlie was helping his then girlfriend wash the dishes, etc, etc. It seems that the story book idea rarely is followed in real life. I'm glad that I didn't wait either hon.
Now take it easy, don't worry and please take good care of yourself for me. A hi to your mom. I love you. All my love always,
Your
Johnny
APO
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121
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Malvern
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1945-05-09
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May 9, 1945, #1
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May 8, 1945
VE Day
Dearest Geraldine,
My little morale builder. Thank you for the nice letter I received this afternoon. You always make me feel good hon - hope my letters cheer you up a bit too. Don't worry about missing noites writing to me, for I realise you have more to do than I have, here in bed. Just write as often as you can.
This of course is VE day. The announcement, yesterday, of Germany's surrender didn't cause much excitement here, partly because we've been expecting it and partly because we know it isn't over for us yet. However, it was happy news and brings the end that much closer, for which we are very thankful.
Now I have a bone to pick with you honey. In your letter you say, "My morale will never go down again, I promise you. There is only one little thing." This little thing is what I want to pick the bone with you about because you don't tell me what it is that makes you feel bad. Damn hon, you should be able to tell me! When you worry, I worry, so come clean unless it's too personal. Frankie tells me her troubles, now why don't you? Don't mind me little one, I won't mind if you don't tell me, but I wish you would at least when I'm with you again. If anyone's been bothering you there'll be a new patient admitted to the hospital when I get there.
I think I'll have to give your mom a big hug when I get back. It's swell that she feel like she does about us. That means a lot, for I know how a reverse opinion would be. My folks were against my sister's marriage & it caused much unhappiness on both sides. I know it would worry you if she felt otherwise, so three cheers for mom! and my thanks! I know she has a very wonderful daughter in fact, there's only one of her in this world and this Joe is devoting his life to make her happy, if he can.
That's a good idea you have hon, about wishing you could be walking down a nice lane some place and have me come along. It sure would be perfect, just the two of us. I'll meet you anywhere you say little one - if you know such a place. I could call you when I arrive & then we could both head for it. Regardless of where we meet hon, you'll find yourself getting the biggest hug and kiss you ever had - audience or not. Don't forget, I'll probably need some support myself, so don't shake too much, please. As for what you should wear, you'll look good to me in anything - you always did, always will. You know, you have a way of wearing clothes which few women possess.
I like the idea of a scrapbook of us. Let me know when you get it started. It should be a very interesting book alright. We'll make sure it's pages contain a happy story too. Where are you going to start from hon - our engagement or before?
Forget about competition from anyone Gerrie. It will be they more than you who will have competition. You come first with me.
Now hon, although I hope we don't have to wait another year to see each other. I'll send your thought right back to you - as long as it's you even ten yrs. wouldn't be too long to wait. Take good care of yourself darling please, and know that I am
Always, with all my love,
Your
Johnny
P.S. I had the same idea about a mustache - that you'd feel that way.
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121
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Malvern
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1945-05-08
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May 8, 1945
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May 6, 1945
Dearest Geraldine,
Here I am again hon. I probably won't get far for the next half hour because Jack Benny's program has just come on the radio. It will be nice when I can spend evenings such as this one, with you. I'd like to be walking along a shaded path or by the lake now. Evening is a beautiful time out in the country, everything becomes hushed as the light changes to dusk, then to darkness. Remember how it was in Muskoka. I think we'll have to go there for our honeymoon, if it pleases you little one. That is an ideal place for such a special occasion - don't you agree? We'll have lots of time to talk this over, I know, but I like to talk about it now.
I've had a little interruption hon, a couple of fellows from the train came in to see me and brought a whole pie. We'll knock it off after lights out. The cooking on the train was the closest to home cooking I've had in the army.
Next day - After lights out last nite, five of us finished off the pie. It [was] apple and very delicious. We ate it while listening to Guy Lombardo. He played one of my favourite tunes 'Let's Take the Long Way Home.'
It's a damp, chilly day here today. The nurse is going to wash my mop of hair this afternoon so I'll have to see that I don't get a cold and have extra time added onto my stay here. It really needs a good washing and I expect it will feel and look much better after.
Here's something for you to think about little one. Which do you prefer, a gold or silver ring? You should pretty well know what you want after seeing so many on your friends.
Apparently this is going to be a short letter as the nurse is getting ready to go to work on me so I'll sign off now, hoping you are well. Don't work too hard!
All my love,
Always,
Your
Johnny
APO
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121
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Malvern
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John C. Waller
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1945-05-06
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May 6, 1945, #2