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write oftener as I always wait anxiously
for your dear letters. I wish to thank
you for the package you sent and hope
I will receive it. Tell your aunt I want
a sponge to wash with as you do not
have to waste any water, as it is some
times difficult to get any. I will write
uncle and auntie later so give them my
best regards. Also give my regards to your
folks in Redwood City. So darling sweet
heart I will close with much love and
many kisses and hugs from your own lone
some and true soldier boy.
Hienie.

Pvt H.A. Eckhardt.
Machine Gun Co.
162 Inf. A.E.F.
New York.