Daniel comments on news from home and discusses some of his medical issues. He mentions that it is unlikely that he will be coming home soon, and indicates that he will be receiving a pay raise in the near future.
Daniel writes a letter to his mother after returning to the battery, and mentions he was very ill at one point in Rio Hato. He explains his nickname "Hardrock Klapproth" to his mother, and talks about his duties as a Corporal.
Daniel informs his mother that he is back in Rio Hato, and estimates he will be there for four to six weeks. He mentions the drive there was rough, and talks about some health issues he has been having.
Daniel mentions he is sending over two shirts for Irvin and Melvin, and talks again about how much weight he has been gaining. He discusses the medical services in Panama and also talks about how he was mentioned in the PCA news.
Daniel mentions that he received a letter from Red. Edwin Jaster, and comments on how much weight he has been gaining. He also mentions that there is a possibility of a furlough in the near future.
Daniel comments on Irvin breaking his arm. He asks if Irvin and Melvin would like shirts from Panama, and asks his mother if she received the money he sent.
Daniel mentions that he is sending some money to put flowers on his father's grave. He also comments on Irvin's cornet practice, and mentions that his throat is no longer bothering him.