May 17, 1945 (2) 3170 WM Sacramento, CA
Winfred sends Margaret a few lines; he’s back and on pass to Sacramento; had a nice trip; staying at the Lenhart Hotel with Dale Howard – a friend also from St. Louis; been shopping for shoes- paid $15 for a pair, bought two; the point system won’t affect him as he is considered essential – boys from the 9th AAF had air medals which counted as much as DFC towards their discharge; has 76 points so won’t be the last guy out; closes now to do some prowling.