EDITOR’S NOTE: Winfred sent two letters home on January 31, 1945; one to the Folks and one to Margaret.
Jan. 31, 1945 (1) 2670 WF R.A.A.B. Reno, NV
Winfred observes another month has rolled by and he just got paid again; comments on the big reception they had for his cousin’s wedding – wishes he could have been there; was going to enclose a money order but ran out of time; was glad they got to see Margaret – she stays away a lot; hasn’t heard anymore from Cliff; guesses he will leave any day but still doesn’t know where he will be sent; won’t get a furlough anytime soon; will; eventually go to a base overseas; comments on Pat Merrill’s romances; must close to go to detail formation to pick up cigarette butts!