November 29, 1943

U.S. Naval Hospital, Long Beach California

Dear Mom, Pop, Jerry, Mary & Mat,
  Just want to scribble a few lines before I go up to the movies.
 Over the weekend I went over to Hollywood, the great Hollywood. To tell the truth I was a little disappointed. If you don't know where to go in Hollywood, it's the same as any other town. Hollywood and Vine is the same as any other town's main street. By the way I didn't see Bob Hope standing on the corner as he claims to do so much. Since I will be home so soon maybe I will leave all my stories to when I get home.
   So far I haven't received your package. It's probably been held up by the Christmas rush.
   I received a letter from Driscoll today. He was home on a five day leave but didn't have a chance to see you. According to all reports he is on his way across.
   I haven't received any more news as to when I can start my leave. Should know within a week. Never can depend on the Navy.
   Did you hear about the Ramblers great victory. Boy Gogs was a proud man.
   I will have to hustle off to see "It ain't Hay"    Adios Amigos
                                     Your loving son, brother, and nephew,
                                                                    Jim