A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on August 4, 1944. Stewart expresses his love for Romey despite her choice to be with another man. He refuses to accept that this man is better or loves her more than he does.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on August 5, 1944. Stewart addresses several problems he found in Romey's previous letter and attempts to rectify any rumors that have been spread about his age and lack of loyalty.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on August 8, 1944. Stewart attempts to convince Romey that they should continue pursuing a relationship despite their lack of consistent communication recently. He discusses what the future would…
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on August 16, 1944. Stewart reminisces about his trip to Mobile, AL, and the time he spent with Romey. He also expresses concerns about Andy, Lella, and their baby.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on August 23, 1944. Stewart shares his plans to visit her during Labor Day and discusses his plans for the day.
Nell and George Kahdy standing outside arm in arm. George is wearing his Army uniform while Nell is wearing a skirt suit. The back of the photo says, "At home, D.A. Saleeba, Dothan, Alabama. Xmas 1944."
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on December 11, 1944. Stewart describes the cold weather and his time with his brother. He also reassures Romey that they will be going to New Orleans, LA.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on December 14, 1944. Stewart shares that he is sick with the flu and pleurisy and will write when his health improves.
A photograph of Joe Haddad and Zakia Sukarye (Zakia Haddad), dated February 1944. The description on the back reads, 'Joe and I taken when Joe was home on Furlough in February 1944.'
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on July 3, 1944. Stewart mentions in struggles to please those around him, including Romey, and discusses his troubles at work.
George and Nell Kahdy stand at the altar in a church for their wedding today. George Kahdy is in his military uniform while Nell is in a long sleeved wedding dress.
George and Nell Kahdy stand at the altar in a church for their wedding day. George Kahdy is in his military uniform while Nell is in a long sleeved wedding dress.
George and Nell Kahdy stand in the middle of the altar as their family surrounds them on their wedding day. All of the women stand with large bouquets and wear similar dresses while the men wear similar suits, except for the man to the right of Nell…
George and Nell Kahdy stand at the altar in a church for their wedding day. George Kahdy is in his military uniform while Nell is in a long sleeved wedding dress.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on July 10, 1944. Stewart wrote that he is struggling mentally but that Romey's response to his previous letter has helped him. He asks to see her before the next two pages were torn in half.
A photograph of Joseph Zaytoun standing next to a tree in the Pacific during WWII. He holds his helmet and has a towel draped over the shoulder of his informal military uniform. In the background is a large tent and palm trees. Dated July 12, 1944.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on July 17, 1944. Stewart discovers that Romey has started working and asks several times if she is willing to tell him where. He also describes the hot weather and his struggles to work through it.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on July 29, 1944. Stewart struggles to understand why women, including Romey, do not accept his love. He expresses how hurt he is by Romey's choice to be with another man despite the letters and…
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on June 29, 1944. Stewart apologizes for his late reply and talks about the copious amount of work due to Cook's absence. Due to the amount of work he has, Stewart also shares his inability to visit…
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on May 4, 1944. Stewart wrote to address a conflict between his feelings in comparison to Romey's. He expresses the love he feels for Romey and questions whether she feels the same. The letter ends…
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on May 8, 1944. Stewart wrote to share his long days at work and to reassure Romey that her friend Andy will not be picked for the draft. He encourages Romey to maintain her health.
A copy of a letter from Gene T. Gunn Realty to B. & M. Novelty Company concerning their tenancy (their loft was probably a part of Mary Mokarzel's NY property).
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on May 15, 1944. Stewart shares his love for Romey and how much he thinks of her. He mentions his call to his mother on Mother's Day and his attempt to visit Romey in Mobile, AL, with his friend…
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on May 18, 1944. Stewart wrote that he is worried Romey does not care for him equally as much as he cares for her. He shares a phone call that he had with Ann and with his mother.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on May 26, 1944. Stewart wrote about his injury to his hand and arm and mentioned that his friend Cook suffered a heart attack. He also mentions that Harrison and Pop fought which resulted in…
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on November 24, 1944. Stewart shares his Thanksgiving experiences and his thoughts about Romey's last visit.
A photograph of baby Tommy Lamar sitting in a chair on the sidewalk while holding a teddy bear. Next to him is a toy car with Donald Duck and a few other toys. Dated November 28, 1944.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on November 29, 1944. Stewart discusses Romey's health and his concerns. He also shares his feelings about Romey's choice to allow Debson to visit despite their past interactions.
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on October 2, 1944. Stewart asks about Romey's whereabouts and why she has not responded to his calls. He shares the details of a murder and rape that occurred downtown while also expressing concern…
A letter from Joe Stewart to Emeline Romey written on October 13, 1944. Stewart shares details about work and his struggles with the cold weather. He shares how lonely he is without her and asks several times about the dates she has been going on.
