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Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, July 1, 1917. Explains that he won't be home for a visit, as he may be sent to France soon, and other personal news. One folded sheet, three handwritten pages, with envelope…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, July 8, 1917. Describes daily activities and his motor class, speculates that men who have not already joined up will be sorry when the draft happens. One folded sheet, three…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, June 10, 1917. Speculates on possible upcoming promotion, suggests that several men from home join up. One folded sheet, three handwritten pages, with envelope addressed to Mrs.…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, March 7, 1918. Acknowledges receipt of packages, discusses seeing some of the country but missing on trips because he is financially embarrassed. Two handwritten pages, with…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, May 10, 1917. Acknowledges receipt of cookies, describes movement of men to East Coast, wonders if people are acting patriotic, says, "why join Army if you don't fight." One…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, May 18, 1917. Discusses pay and finances, notes his subscription to Army and Navy News should be coming to their address. Sent with letter to Kerr. One folded sheet, three…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, May 23, 1918. Acknowledges receipt of packages and letters. Two handwritten pages, with envelope addressed to Mrs. C. N. Butler in Burlington, Washington.

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, May 25, 1917. Notes that he was promoted to Private 1st Class with a pay raise, criticizes Verne (likely a family member) for joining the Hospital Corps, mentions that the Navy…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, May 8, 1918. Notes that he is in hospital but fine, thanks family for packages, describes English weather as similar to Puget Sound. Two handwritten pages, with envelope…

Letter from Herman Butler to his aunt and uncle, Lela and Curtis Butler, November 2, 1919. Discusses family news, mentions he will not be out of the service next month. Three handwritten pages, with envelope addressed to Mrs. C. N. Butler in…