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UWPMC045_l_005.pdf
Daniel thanks his mother for sending over cookies along with her last letter and mentions that he is recovering from his abscessed tooth. He discusses his job in the warehouse and the promotions that he has received in his short time working at the…

UWPMC045_l_006.pdf
Daniel describes the rush of activity at the news that they were going to set sail for Panama soon. He reminds Sherwood to sell his car once again, and describes the elaborate meal he had for Christmas.

UWPMC045_l_007.pdf
Daniel sends his mother the negative of a picture he took while in Panama. He describes the warm weather and his duties. Daniel mentions that he reads the Kenosha newspaper three times a week while in Panama, and once again reminds his mother about…

UWPMC045_l_008.pdf
Daniel arrived in Panama on January 4th, 1940, and on January 10th, Daniel sent his mother a signed card indicating that he had arrived safely.

UWPMC045_l_009.pdf
Daniel writes about arriving in Panama and about some of the initial work he did. He describes some of the wildlife of Panama, as well as his journey from New York. He describes getting sick on the ship, and mentions that they stopped in Charleston,…

UWPMC045_l_010.pdf
Daniel compliments a picture he received of Sherwood and Vic. He makes a few comments about life back in Wisconsin and mentions that he took out an insurance policy. Daniel mentions that he has lost weight since arriving in Panama.

Note: The…

UWPMC045_l_011.pdf
Daniel comments on the speed of the postal service, and mentions that many products are cheaper in Panama than in the United States. He describes his daily routine in great detail, and describes some of the costs he has incurred.

UWPMC045_l_012.pdf
Daniel mentions standing review for President Roosevelt. He talks about the weather and his plans to train as a mechanic. He makes some comments about life back in Wisconsin.

UWPMC045_l_013.pdf
Daniel explains why products in Panama are so cheap, and reminds his mother to take care of her health. He mentions that he wants to show Sherwood how they shoot in the army. Daniel also describes the feeling of hearing the National Anthem, and also…

UWPMC045_l_014.pdf
Daniel mentions that he has accumulated over 150 photographs. He talks about going to Rio Hato for six weeks, and asks about his car once again.
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