Received quite a few letters from you last
week. You asked me what I wanted you get get for
Irene. Well it really is hard to say. I don't know
what they have to offer for Christmas this
year. You can call her mother and ask if she
has any good suggestions. You can get something
she can use personally and everyday. If you can.
I can't think of a thing. Try to get something and
I don't care what the price will be. Use all my
monthly allotment if you want to.
I received a nice letter from Rev. Meyer
today. I will try to answer it soon. I have
been to London again. I always seem to have
fun there. I was at the Queensbury Club this
time. They entertain all forces. It really is
a nice place.
I have received quite a few letters in the past
week. It keeps me busy answering letters. Well
I must close for tonight. Please write soon and
often. I read and reread all of
Goodnight. Your son Ralph.
The next letter will be posted on October 24th.
Background Information (and comments):
- Ralph continues to send his letters as v-mails; this one was written on the 19th, censored stamped on the 21st, and postmarked on the 22nd.
- The Queensbury Club was originally called Prince Edward Theater and opened in 1930 on Old Compton Street. In 1935, it was renamed the London Casino and was a dance and cabaret hall. During London's worst air raid on May 10, 1941, it was badly damaged, losing all of it windows. After making stage alterations, it re-opened in 1942 as Queensbury All Services Club. Its shows were broadcast on the BBC. After the war it was restored to theatrical use and the name changed back to London Casino.
- For much more detailed information about the club you can check out this website: https://themanfromthesuitcase.com/portfolio/queensbury-all-services-club-program-witness-to-a-historic-performance/
- Glenn Miller's last performance before his disappearance was at this club on Dec. 12, 1944.
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