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August 9, 1945 Dear Harry: It was nice to get your note of August fifth. I saw your picture in the paper with your arm around the pony - it was a very good picture. Aunt Mary sent it to me. I imagine Gilbert will get plenty of work out of you before you leave. Be sure and enjoy yourself because there is no telling what is ahead of you with the 44th Division. Although I am doing everything I possibly can to shorten the war, you never can tell what will happen. Tell your mother and dad hello for me and give Gilbert and Martha Ann my very best wishes. Sincerely yours, Uncle Harry Sergeant Harry Truman Grandview Missouri