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Letter written from a gas victim (soldier) to his wife.
My Dearest Ruth,
Just a few lines to let you know I am all right but still in the hospital. I expect to get out Tuesday or Wednesday and am going to get the Doctor's recommendation for a furlough but of course am not sure of getting it but hope to.
It has rained and taken off the snow all but just a few [?].
Have you heard from Warren lately and does he expect to come home soon?
Arthur Otis is down in moral with the measles and pneumonia and they don't think he can live but is better than he was Saturday. His wife is here with him.
I got the loafers and Ma's letter. Tell her I will write to he tomorrow.
There is not much excitement here now, and believe me I shall be glad if I ever get home even if it is only a few days.
Well I can't think of much to write so will close for this time hoping to hear from and see you soon. Your Ever Loving Husband
Just a few lines to let you know I am all right but still in the hospital. I expect to get out Tuesday or Wednesday and am going to get the Doctor's recommendation for a furlough but of course am not sure of getting it but hope to.
It has rained and taken off the snow all but just a few [?].
Have you heard from Warren lately and does he expect to come home soon?
Arthur Otis is down in moral with the measles and pneumonia and they don't think he can live but is better than he was Saturday. His wife is here with him.
I got the loafers and Ma's letter. Tell her I will write to he tomorrow.
There is not much excitement here now, and believe me I shall be glad if I ever get home even if it is only a few days.
Well I can't think of much to write so will close for this time hoping to hear from and see you soon. Your Ever Loving Husband
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The burns and blisters on this man's back are symptoms of mustard gas.
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This is the treaty that prohibits the use of poison gas warfare today.