Part of letter from Ron Phillips

Part of letter from Ron Phillips

Excerpt from letter home from CR Phillips to F Phillips, whilst stationed at RAF Elsham Wolds. Mentions finance, catches up with acquaintances and writes of news from home.

Two page handwritten letter

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EPhillipsCRPhillipsF[Date]-03

[air force crest] R.A.F. STATION
ELSHAM WOLDS
BARNETBY
LINCS.

Wonders which way to turn for Money at times. I doubt whether he can get cigarettes any cheaper but it is better for him to have the Money. Yes I often see Vint Yates They are in the same flight as my self. He is quite a good lad and Keen too. I was sorry to hear about you not being able to Have the Pram done Anyway I should write to one or two places and see what you can get

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done.

Yes darling be patient Soon now I should be able to kiss you good night. I look forward to that an awful lot. In fact as I write I can practicaly [sic] taste my first few. Well my darling I must leave you again. Look after yourself and the kiddies.

All My Love Dearest,
Yours Ever,
Ron

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