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Daniel asks about his family and friends back home, and wonders why his brother Sherwood writes him so infrequently. He also sent along a number of pictures that he cut out of newspapers in Panama.

Daniel talks about the scarcity of communication in the jungle and mentions that he is saving his money. He describes his experiences with shooting and his possible promotion to Private First Class. Daniel also sent a letter addressed to his younger…

Daniel mentions the extreme heat once again, and discusses the family farm with his mother. He also discusses his career prospects with the military.

Daniel sends his first letter after leaving Fort Amador. He discusses the work he and his fellow soldiers have been ordered to do, and describes the oppressive weather conditions and the terrain surrounding Rio Hato.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.

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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,…