Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, regarding a law suit they are planning to bring against the government, business affairs of Medway Plantation, and telling her of the drills they have to do on the Navy ship every morning. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss teaching their relative, Fifi, how to do the bookkeeping after her husbands death and a lunch he and Morris had with their Aunt Kate.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding news of the war, relaying news of their friends, and providing him with a description of their daughter, Bokara. Gertrude continues in her letter to inform him that she sent her new puppy back to the kennel for training and things she has recently sent him.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, responding to the social activities she described in her last letter, explains why he has ceased to have indigestion, and laments that their telephone conversation was so short. Sidney continues in his letter to recount a story of him getting locked out of the apartment.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing a dance he and Morris had attended at the Navy Yard, a game of tennis they had played with some acquaintances, and and delivering news he had heard of their friend and neighbor, Ben Finney. Sidney continues in his letter to explain that Morris has become the perfect example of efficiency and tell her about the acquaintances he met on the boat en route to Hawaii.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, describing a puppy she has purchased, discussing he war in Africa, her social activities, and a visit to Middleburg to visit their daughter, Landine. Gertrude continues in her letter to lecture him on how to care for himself better, so as to get rid of his cold, and relay news of their friends.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a visit to Medway Plantation to duck hunt with some friends. Gertrude continues in her letter to discuss the business affairs of Medway Plantation and news of the war front in Africa.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a trip to play tennis with a friend at Chevy Chase country club, relaying news of friends and family, expressing how much she misses him, and discussing their plans for Christmas.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her disdain for her current war job, a weekend trip to Middleburg, Virginia with friends, and describing her social activities. Gertrude also informs Sidney of the shortages of firewood and food.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a weekend she and Landine spent at her brother, Stephen Sandford’s, house, relays Landine’s excitement over starting school at Foxcroft, and delivers news of friends and family.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, recounting the difficulties he had trying to connect with her for a telephone call and discussing their telephone conversation. Sidney continues in his letter to compare his life on the island to what he has heard of the continental United States, relay news of his brother, Morris’s, baby, and tell her about a book one of their Medway Plantation workers wrote.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a visit to Foxcroft school, discussing the business affairs of Medway Plantation and the possibility of getting a night job in addition to her day job.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing a woman he had met and a dance that occurred at the hotel the previous Saturday. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss events of the war and comment on social stigmas, the general public’s attitudes, and things he had noticed.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, alerting her to keep an eye on the mail for a gold clip he has sent her, ranting against the people who think it is a good idea to buy houses in Washington, D.C., and relaying his frustrations with his job as he feels he is not doing anything to truly benefit the war.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, recounting the events that lead up to their eventual telephone call, discussing the business affairs of Medway Plantation, and relaying the attitudes of people in Hawaii regarding the war. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss news of their friends moving to Washington, D.C., informing her that the newspaper clippings she is enclosing in her letters are not arriving, and speculating over how nice it must have been for her to spend with her brother, Laddie.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing their average evening, recounting the events of he and Morris playing tennis, and updating her on changes in their office personnel. Sidney continues in his letter to tell her a story of a few men who bought a car together and inform her that all telephone conversations are recorded and sound hilariously disjointed on paper.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, commenting on her weekend spent with a friend, the weather, and his brother, Morris’s, habits. Sidney continues in his letter to rant against the Bachelor Officers’ Quarters (BOQ) new rule that they will only serve 250 men per meal, thusly causing him to miss dinner, and requesting news for some of their friends.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, informing her of an acquaintance he had made on the Admiral’s staff, describing a luau he had attended, and explaining his reluctance to be social as he is happy to just spend time with his brother. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss their business affairs, the lack of food shortage in Hawaii, and lamenting that he may be an old man before the war is over. He also describes the bliss of being away from the woes of Medway Plantation, his love of the island, and delivers the most recent news of Morris’s pregnant wife, Nancy.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a new scheme for her to possibly join him in Hawaii, discussions of the front lines of the Pacific and African wars, and descriptions of the outfits her courier wears. Additional pages are missing.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding the house she is currently renting in Washington, news of the war, items she will ship him, shortages, and news of friends and family.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, describing her new puppy, her frustration with small roles women are given, and a trip she made to Foxcroft school to visit their daughter, Landine. Gertrude continues to discuss the war, the possibility of renting Medway Plantation, and relay news of friends and family.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a scheme to join him in Hawaii, describing her social activities, and relaying news of her sister-in-law, Nancy’s, pregnancy.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, speculating how long the war will last and relaying news of one of their servants, Pearl, needing another surgery. At the beginning of the letter she explains that she has heard that Ensign J. Pulitzer is heading out to Hawaii and will be carrying the letter.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, commenting on the torrential rain thrashing Hawaii, requesting information about Medway Plantation, and discussing the battle of the Solomon Islands. Sidney continues in his letter to inform her of their potentially moving closer to the Navy base.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, regarding the availability of whiskey, relaying the most recent news on her being able to possibly join him in Hawaii, and expressing his humor at a prediction a fortune teller had made. Sidney continues in his letter to update her on the news of their relative Fifi, rejoicing over their having milk again, and informing her had as a terrible cold. He also discusses news of friends, the weather, and their attempts at cooking.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, lamenting over the extra work that has been created for him after he gave his brother, Morris, the cold he had, recounting the events of an evening he spent having dinner at the Howard’s, and relaying news of some of their friends who have turned up in Hawaii.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, regarding the discrepancies between the censorship of their letters and what the media is reporting, his tour around a submarine, and the cooking he and Morris do with canned goods. Sidney continues in his letter to recount his end of the story of their difficulties trying to connect on a phone call and his irritation at being told they have to move offices again.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, discussing his previous letter and asking questions about his life in Hawaii, describing their daughter, Bokara, to him, and telling him about her social activities.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her trips to the Chevy Chase country club to play tennis and her attempts to join him in Hawaii.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, regarding her trip to Lisbon and his speculations as to how the war will progress. Sidney continues in his letter to describe an account of the atmosphere of the continental United States he heard from a friend and compare it to what lives they are living “in the lap of luxury” in Hawaii.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her job in the Office of Strategic Services (O.S.S.) taking her to England and all the preparations she was making for the plantation and their children.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her despair at not being allowed to join him in Hawaii, she describes the climate of Washington, and writing about the condition of Medway Plantation.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a trip she recently took to Virginia with friends and speculating over whether or not she should join the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAACs).
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her job transfer, whether it be to Hawaii or elsewhere. Gertrude continues to deliver news of the children’s summer on Watch Hill and news of their friends.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Sanford Legendre, discussing his life in Hawaii, recommending she find an assistant for her job and also that she uses the dictaphone machines for letter writing. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss plans for the children, the family dogs, and news of their friends and family.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Sanford Legendre, questioning her on how she was able to host a cocktail party, regarding news of Hawaii, and discussing plans for the children. Sidney continues in his letter to describe his Navy job and responsibilities.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, praising how she describes her social activities in her letters and how well she has positioned the children for a wonderful summer at the beach. Sidney continues in his letter to describe a house he and Morris had visited and providing her advice on various aspects of her life; from exercise to obtaining a taxi cab.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, reminiscing on their hunting parties at Medway Plantation, rejoicing over the photographs of Gertrude and Bokara he had received, and recounting the events of a Sunday off from work spent swimming at the Outrigger beach club. Sidney continues in his letter to describe a drive he and Morris took around the island, the game of tennis they played, and their cooking competitions at the apartment.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, discussing the last letter she received from him, lamenting that she can’t join him in Hawaii, and reminiscing on times they were together. Gertrude continues in her letter to contemplate where they should live after the war, should they sell Medway Plantation. In her letter, Gertrude also informs Sidney of her social activities and invitations to dine.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her attempts to join him in Hawaii and an upcoming trip to New York City with friends.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding an outdoor concert she had attended, day dreaming of their lives if she could join him in Hawaii, and her war job. Gertrude continues to discuss the life he has described to her in Hawaii.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her job transfer to London, England, s new scheme for her to possibly join him in Hawaii, and her social life.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding how much she misses Sidney and wishes she could join him in Hawaii. She goes on to discuss Sidney and Morris’s social life on the island and discuss the war in Africa.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding his social life in Hawaii and her job with the Office of Strategic Services (O.S.S.) in Washington.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing a quarantine as a result of an outbreak of Dengue fever, an incident where a plane flew into a bus of people, and an afternoon he spent playing tennis with a friend. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss what soldiers will do after the war. [Copy]
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his brother, Armant Legendre, lamenting that they were unable to find a way for him to join them in Hawaii, describing their lives on the island, and reporting Gertrude’s laments over being unable to join them in Hawaii, as well.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, thanking him for a gift he sent, discussing selling Medway Plantation, and possible schemes for her to join him in Hawaii. Gertrude continues in her letter to describe her social life and deliver updated news about the war.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, discussing news of the war, the Hawaiian climate, and legal matters to do with the government attempts to seize parts of Medway Plantation. Sidney continues in his letter to describe the events of a canoe race and luau at the Outrigger beach club.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, regarding the consequences for those naval officers who have attempted to have their dependents join them in Hawaii, dissuading her of her ideal of him as a surfing, hula dancing, guitar playing man of the islands, and describing how he and Morris spend the majority of their days. Sidney continues in his letter to describe how their office is emptying of officers and illustrate how purple hearts are distributed. This letter is a copy sent to the American Embassy in London, England.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, regarding the consequences for those naval officers who have attempted to have their dependents join them in Hawaii, dissuading her of her ideal of him as a surfing, hula dancing, guitar playing man of the islands, and describing how he and Morris spend the majority of their days. Sidney continues in his letter to describe how their office is emptying of officers and illustrate how purple hearts are distributed. This letter is a copy; the original was sent to Watch Hill, Rhode Island.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, recounting stories he heard about the mainland when their neighbor, Ben Finney, dropped in for a visit, commenting on her social activities, and advising her to have the real estate trust books audited.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, voicing her concerns that Sidney is losing himself and becoming more like his brother Morris. She goes on to discuss business at Medway Plantation and wishing one day she will be able to join him in Hawaii.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding the length of the war, the pain of being apart, and reminiscing on their adventures with their dog, Clippy.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding money management, how she misses him and envies his location, and an upcoming trip to New York City.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding how much she dislikes Washington, news of friends and family, and telling a story of Miss Evans fetching a ham from a friends house with the use of a baby carriage.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding the vacation she spent at Medway Plantation and reminiscing on time they have spent together at Medway.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing a book he had recently read and arguing multiple points as to why they should sell Medway Plantation after the war.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her Washington job, the rationing of shoes, and asking Sidney questions about his life.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her last days at her Washington job, her time at Watch Hill, and what she expects from life in London, England. Gertrude goes on to describe time she’s spending with their children at the beach before her departure from the United States.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her frustrations at the inability to join him in Hawaii, her packing and travel plans for her job transfer to London, England, and their plans to sell Medway Plantation. Gertrude also updates him on news of their friends and her social life.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a new scheme to join him in Hawaii, a visit to “Nanny Tiffany,” and business affairs of Medway Plantation.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding her packing and travel plans for her job transfer to London, England, asking him questions about their life in Hawaii, and wishing she had a different, more exciting, war job.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, regarding how the Navy will still not allow her to join him in Hawaii, describing the difficulties to keep a cook in their apartment house and the improvements they are making to the building.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing the monopoly on building houses in Hawaii, advising her to stick with her plans to go to England, and advising her to sell Medway Plantation if she had the opportunity. Sidney continues in his letter to detail a directive that was sent to all navy personnel regarding leave.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, complimenting her description of a baseball game she attended, advising her on legal matters to do with the government attempts to seize parts of Medway Plantation, and speculating what their lives will be after the war. Sidney continues in his letter to praise how efficient she has become and describe his life on the island.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, lamenting how long it is taking her to go to England, advising her on what to do for their children, and recounting the events of an evening spent at the Outrigger beach club. Sidney continues in his letter to list all the people he has dined with, comparing the benefits of swimming versus playing tennis, and discussing the warm climate of Hawaii and the recent war news. This letter is a copy; the original was sent to London.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, debating whether or not the join the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAACs), her social life, and news of friends and family. Gertrude continues in her letter to day dream about living on a tropical island and how much she hates city life. She also informs him of business affairs and her purchase of war bonds.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a dinner party she threw, renewed hopes for traveling overseas, and lamenting a broken air conditioner. Gertrude continues to comment on his life in Hawaii and describe her own social life in Washington.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding Sidney’s back injury, their friends, visits, Gertrude’s job in Washington, and business affairs of Medway Plantation.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, wondering whether or not she is going to London, England, complimenting her arrangements for the children, and advising her on how to handle the business affairs. Sidney continues in his letter to speculate when the war will end and agreeing that after the war, they should try to move westward.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing a quarantine as a result of an outbreak of Dengue fever, an incident where a plane flew into a bus of people, and an afternoon he spent playing tennis with a friend. Sidney continues in his letter to discuss what soldiers will do after the war.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing his day spent playing tennis with friends and his social activities on the island.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, describing his day spent playing tennis with friends and his social activities on the island. [Copy]
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a day at her war job in Washington when she walked out to have an afternoon off in the city with a friend. Gertrude continues in her letter to relay news of friends and family and tell him about her social life.
Letter from Sidney Legendre to his wife, Gertrude Legendre, reminiscing on time spent together at Medway Plantation, rejoicing that the weather turned out ok for her guests, and lamenting the presence of rain in Hawaii. Sidney continues in his letter to describe a cocktail party, given in honor of a admiral, he had attended and describing the atmosphere of the Hawaiian harbor.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding the vacation she spent at Medway Plantation and how loath she is to return to her war job in Washington.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a concert she attended with friends in London, England, the atmosphere of the city during the war, and informing him of clothes and food shortages.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding the war atmosphere in London, describing her typical day and what her weekends entail, including golfing with friends in the country.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, regarding a baseball game to raise money for war bonds she had attended, her life in Washington, and the problem she is going to have replacing the typists in her office. Gertrude continues in her letter to discuss possibilities of joining Sidney in Hawaii if she takes a job in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAACs) and the cottage at Watch Hill she has rented for the children’s summer.
Letter from Gertrude Legendre to her husband, Sidney Legendre, day dreaming about their life after the war and spending time with him in Hawaii. Gertrude continues in her letter to describe a dinner party she attended.
