Daniel explains that he could have gone on furlough already, but that he wanted to collect his pay first. He talks about wanting to buy a cheap car before heading home. He also mentions having a good time recently.
Daniel talks about how busy he is now that he is back in Texas. He mentions that there is not much to do anymore. He also talks about his train ride and how filthy it was.
Daniel talks about some of the work he has been doing, and mentions how many new recruits they are getting. He speculates that the war might be over before they have finished training. He also mentions how much he misses home.
Daniel describes the weather patterns in Texas, and mentions how difficult it is to deal with. He also talks about driving to a town in Mexico and having a great time there.
Daniel writes that he is enclosing some pictures he took in the desert. He talks about some of the work he has been doing, and also mentions that he is now smoking a pipe instead of cigarettes. He also mentions that he heading back to mechanic…
Daniel reminds his mother to send him his bonds. He talks about his health again, and mentions that he has been sick a lot recently. He also mentions that he had his overseas physical, and express his hopes for a furlough soon.
Daniel mentions that he will be moving to Camp Maxey, Texas. He also mentions that he has been feeling better, and hopes that he will gain back some of the weight he lost. He also talks about the possibility of going to West Point as an instructor.
Daniel talks about his current training schedule. He also mentions that his training ends on December 23, so he hopes to be home for Christmas. He also mentions that he has a cold.