[Letterhead consisting of gold shield with stars and stripes sitting before an anchor and flanked by outstretched gold wings.]
U.S. NAVAL AIR STATION
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

Dec 18, 1942.

Dear Fellow Teachers: b

It was indeed a pleasant surprise to receive that generous gift package. I wish to extend my sincere thanks to each and everyone of you for your thoughtfulness. It was most gratifying and inspiring to know that are friends at home are so eager to make those of us who are away extremely happy. I am really most deeply grateful to all of you.

Thanks again
Sincerely,
Chief Petty Officer b Joseph Pichirallo