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  • Walter E. Dandy Letter 05/16/1943

    So far we have had a lovely time, marred of course by Dr. Reid’s funeral. The American

    Surgical went out in body on three special streetcars. The services were held at the University. The rostrum of the big amphitheatre was covered with flowers, the coffin in the center. I didn’t see Mrs. Reid. I was told she didn’t want to see anyone and I thought it best not to intrude.

    Saw many at the meeting, including Mrs. Singleton who was particularly interested to hear about you. Her son and new daughter-in-law were there, he in army uniform. The new wife is just as sweet as she can be. Dr. Bennett was elected to the Society –everyone being delighted at his selection. Mrs. Mason was there and asked about you.

    It was raining and cold here in Chicago yesterday, but today is clear. We went immediately to the Great Lakes Station and had an enjoyable afternoon. Dr. Craig knew many of the men, making it much nicer. He is a lovely boy and fine traveling companion. En route we met a young doctor from Clarksburg, Mo. - 50 miles from Sedalia. He went to the University and knew about me. His home now is Bloomington, Illinois, named Dr. Needles. His father worked on the R.R. We leave tonight at 6 o’clock for Seattle – via train. A ball game this afternoon. Here’s the itinerary (probable) for mail, etc.:

    {U. S. Naval Hospital, Bremerton, Washington, work May 18 & 19

    {San Francisco (Reichert) May 20-1-2

    {U.S. Naval Hosp., Corona, California May 24-5-6-7

    {U.S. Naval Hosp., San Diego May 28-29

    {Los Angeles (c/o Dorothy Lamour) May 30, 1, 2-3-4 (?)

    Looks like I might get home for Walter’s commencement if dates are not increased, particularly the last!

    Love and kisses from

    Daddy x x x x x x

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