McKinley, France, to Jennie Austin, Eldred
August 9, 1918
Dear Mother,
I hope you will pardon me for not writing sooner. But when I had paper, I did not have time and when I had time, I could not get paper. Have you heard from Raymond lately? I have had one letter from him.
I don’t suppose there are so many city boarders up this year.
Aunt Aida sent me a couple of pictures of the children saluting. They certainly looked comical, especially Robbie. Is Willie still working at Proctor’s?
Tell Grandfather that I will write him sometime. When I get back home, we will have some time swapping war stories. Raymond will talk for a week steady when he gets back.
I am getting along well. Except in a big drive there is not much danger, so you need not worry about me. Give my love to all.
Your loving son, Mac
Nice letter, It is sad he never returned to swap war stories to Grandfather. His reference to my Dad talking for a week amused me. He could tallk a lot about subjects that interested him.