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Myers, William J., (1919-2002) to Mary Rose Myers

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09683.11 Author/Creator: Myers, William J., (1919-2002) Place Written: Columbia, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 May 1943 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 23.5 x 14.8 cm. Order a Copy

One letter from William J. Myers to Mary Rose Myers dated May 2, 1943. William writes in response to Mary Rose's last letter. He mentions that there won't be another letter for a few weeks as he will be sent to Myrtle Beach next week. He says it is a rigorous program and from what he hears he will be too busy to write. William also asks if she has been to the doctor yet. He wants to know if she is expecting. He says if there is a junior he wants her to take care of herself and "no more of these exercises, like running or playing ball. I don't want nothing happening to you or Jr.." William signs the letter as "Tex."

Myers, William J., 1919-2002
Myers, Mary Rose, 1920-2011

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