Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing how sick he and Morris are, their jobs, and the friends that have come to visit them recently. Sidney continues in his letter to describe the apartment house he and Morris are buying in Hawaii.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, discussing news he had heard of her life in London, a description of how he spent the previous night and day, putting her in his place in the description. Sidney continues in his letter to relay the newest acquaintance he had made, a man who was supposed to go on an expedition with them before the war, and describing a trip the man had told him about.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing the “plumeria” flower on the front of the card, discussing their plans for New Years Eve, and the difficulty to obtain wine in Hawaii. Sidney continues in his letter to describe the khaki clothes of their uniform and the transition period their office is going through.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding the weekend she spent at Watch Hill with the children and friends. Gertrude goes on to discuss business, her social life, and a few newspaper clippings she has enclosed.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her job transfer to London, England, her current life in Washington, and discussing where they should live after the war.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing the family who sat across from him at a luau, expressing his concern for her safety in London, England with all the bombings, and discussing plans for their children. He continues to explain his lack of leave to Gertrude and lament that he does not know when he will next be able to return to the mainland.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her social life, news of their friends, and describing shortages in the United States.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, reminiscing on time they have spent together, relaying news of changes within their Navy jobs, and describing the beauty of the Hawaiian islands and plant life. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss plans for the children and relay news of friends and family.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, congratulating her on her decision to take the job in London, England, discussing the plans for their financial affairs while she is abroad, and discussing how Medway Plantation should be run while they are both out of the country. Enclosed is a copy of a letter from Sidney Legendre to George Buist regarding business negotiations on the topic of selling the government some of their acres.
