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  • Type is exactly "Text. Correspondence"
  • AND Spatial Coverage is exactly "New Brunswick--Moncton"

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Thanks him for letter with latest news and information. Mentions rough crossing to the United States and other travels through Canada to the States. Talks at length about primary flying training and other activities. Mentions leave after course in…

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Idwal writes that he has arrived in Canada. He thinks he is heading to Florida soon.

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Idwal writes he has had no mail but wishes his parents a merry xmas. He has met a man he went to school with. Food is very good at the camp.

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Idwal writes that he has sent a parcel, hopefully, in time for Christmas. He is about to transfer to Florida.

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Idwal writes that he has been transferred off the flying course due to his lack of progress. He is still to hear what will happen to him. He is very disappointed but keeping positive.

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Ron thanks them for letting him marry Lynne, their daughter. His training at Moncton is finishing and he doesn't regret leaving but hopes to come back to Canada.

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Alan writes that his course is pretty tough compared with Cambridge. He sailed across in a large luxury liner, the food was good. Chocolate, fruit and cigarettes were for sale in unlimited quantities. The sea became rough and many were sick. Then…

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The telegram congratulates Richard on being awarded the Air Force Cross.

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Writes of recent journey across Canada to 12 EFTS in Ontario. Mentions a little about his new location and that it was run by RCAF and civilians. Writes about which uniform everyone is wearing in hot weather. Comments on current weather and comments…

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Was now at Moncton and would probably be on his way home soon. Writes about previous leave in Toronto. When he returned after a three day journey to Paulson, he discovered he was posted to Moncton. mentions meeting lots of acquaintances and catching…

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Writes of arriving in Canada. Describes a little of crossing and arriving at Moncton. Describes going into local town and first impressions of the area. Comments on social life, food, living expenses, accommodation and an abundance of chocolate and…

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Comments that he had changed location to a station with single engine training. Writes about his new camp and flying Harvard as well as navigating in Anson. Mentions going solo.

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Writes of his activities including ground school exams and flying checks. Speculates on future leave and plans.

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His move to the course location is imminent. His leave trip to New York has had to be cancelled but he has been travelling locally. He was hitch hiking through forests and ended up in a pavilion for the night.

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He writes mainly about the weather.

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He comments on Jean's previous letter and discusses his five years in the RAF. They had a discussion with senior RAF officers about the lack of a course. He complains about the poor pay and higher prices in Canada. They have not been promised a…

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He discusses her letters. He has been exploring nearby towns. The weather has not been warm.

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EDarbyCAHWellandJ430606.pdf
He is still waiting but is working in the camp post office. He has been on parade in Moncton and walking in the countryside.

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He is not happy that he is still at Moncton. He hitch hiked to St Johns. The camp has now raised $60000 for the Fourth War Loan. There have been bands, variety shows and boxing matches.

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They have raised $20000 for the War Loan Victory effort with dances, boxing matches, films and variety shows. They marched through Moncton. He talks about his impressions of Canada.

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Mail has been erratic. Jean has been gardening encouraging flippant comments from Jack. He is still at Moncton awaiting transfer but does not know when that will happen. He has been walking and attending dances. He complains that Canadian girls are…

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He is waiting to start his training but he is not sure when or where. Local and camp food is good. He says the beer is awful and weak. Shopping is good and he asks Jean if she needs anything. They have two cinemas with frequent change of current…

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He writes about her cycling.

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He writes that he has received several letters on the same day. He is working as a sorter in the camp post office.

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He writes that his time at Moncton is nearly finished and he will be moving to St John.

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