A note from Capt. O.P. Alquist

Some letters from Dip’s family and friends also survived his travels, I will share them when possible. Today’s letter is from Dorance’s father, Oscar Alquist. It is read to us by Dorance’s future nephew, Larry Jordan. Thanks for the help Larry.

8/23/1941

Hello Sonny Boy – Just a few words to let you know my Golf Game is rotten. Our State Fair opens today and there sure is a crowd of people in town. Swanny & Sykes were over last night for a while and read your letters. This is a very lonesome house we have now. The apples & plums are ripe. Mother & I are going out to tonka today to play cards & fish. Sending you a few stamps.

Yours “Pop”