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Aston, William Money

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Bill Aston Letters, 1943

 File — Box 4253.002: [Barcode: 1005697210], Folder: 013
Scope and Contents

Five letters from Bill Aston to Martha Baird in Miami, Florida, all written on U.S. Naval Air Station stationery. He refers to her as "Citty." Discusses life in the barracks, getting into trade school, and food at the base. He moves bases on Friday, March 12, 1943. Envelope dated March 13 is forwarded and has a note on the back about ration coupons. Luxuries in "boot camp" included smoking and eating candy or gum. Discusses family affairs like insurance and the payments for a watch.

Dates: 1943