Brown, Leila Claribel (Owens), 1896-1980

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This is a card, written in blue and black ink, listing Edward's new address as 'Aviation Section, Signal Corps, Am. Exp. Forces.' Verso reads "The AS.S.E.R.C. stands for Aviation Section Signal Enlisted Reserve Corps--This is my final address until I get my commission--mabey."

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This is a card with a woman on the front; Edward's note on the verso, in blue ink, reads "a girl that can compare with these and when we do it is onlly [sic] her face that is pretty. Almost without exception they spoil their figures by overeating--just like I am doing. Those who are not particular for a perfect thirtysix would find this country a wonderful place. Love Edward"

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This is a card, written in lightly faded ink, that is notated 10:30 PM, with an envelope.

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This is a recital card, with handwritten notes, attached to the letter of 1917-01-22.

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This a small card with red ribbon on one side and a front caption that reads 'A Christmas Greeting' with a card inserted that has 'Leila Claribel Owens' printed in a decorative font.

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The inside reads "Every joy be / yours to day, / That is my / Easter greeting" and is signed 'Venita Farr.'

Content Description This collection consists of 139 letters and postcards written by Lt. Edward Brown of Dallas, Texas, a pilot in the 166th Aero Squadron, to his friend, then fiancee, then wife, Leila Owens of Frankston, Texas, as well as 150 letters and cards from Leila Owens to Edward Brown. There is a manuscript history of the 166th Aero Squadron. Also includes 40 letters, postcards, and various documents from various correspondents and relatives. A photo of Brown taken in Trier, a copy of the Frankston...

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This is The Frankston Citizen Newspaper with the Owens-Brown wedding announcement on top right side.