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E.A.C., HQS., Halifax, N.S. 19 Dec/44. The Secretary, Oshawa Women's Air Force Auxiliary, 291 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa, Ont. Dear Madam;- Many thanks for your very thoughtful and useful Xmas gift box which arrived a few days ago in good condition. It is very much appreciated indeed. In this connection, someone is going to have a laugh at my expense as I remember writing a thank you note to you before and apparently it was put in the wrong envelope by mistake during the rush of getting Xmas cards away. However, this is the time of year to have a good laugh, isn't it? Thanks again, yours gratefully, Orval W.B. Howie, No.2