[Editor’s note: Opening pages of the letter are missing. Dated using the envelope’s postmark and address.]

problem getting my civilian clothes home. I will have to take some in one of my ditty bags. My chief worry, however, is getting home at all.

Please write as soon as possible and tell me what size skates Marjorie wears. Don’t tell her I’m getting them for her though.

Well, I must close. I hope I’ll be seeing you soon.

your son
John.

P.S. I hope you’ll like the picture.