To
R Wilson
Route 5
Gilmer, Texas

From
J.A. Hale pharm 3/c
Hdq. Co. 1st Bn 2nd Marines
c/o Fleet Post Office
San Francisco, Calif
10 - 31 - 43

      Dear Folks,
     How is everything? I received your letter of the (Oct 9) this week. Sorry that I can't send those letters that you wanted, but if you like to save those types of letters you might save this one if you like. I received a letter from Dad this week. Boy you don't know proud I was to hear from him. Thats the first from Home in 2 months. Been fishing lately? Are the kids going to Salem Am really proud that Octa is back home. Will write when I can
                          J A Hale phrm 3/c