David Witham[?]

Letter L29 · St. Ann School, Gloucester · 1967

The letter to Russell

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7 Hovey St. Gloucester, Ma. June 5, 1967 Dear Russ, How are you feeling Russ? I know what a hard job you have, I hope you will be going home soon. You must be very brave. You sure have a real hard time fighting in North Veitandam. Don't you! We'll pray for our boys in Veitnam. You should come to Glouces[cut off at photo edge] you could have a great time fishing, swiming, etc. Everyone is praying for you to get out of the hospital soon. I have a cousin who's name is Russell too. I have Sister M. Roselle If you [covered by thumb] had her you you

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