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[Letter from William A. Smith Jr. to Xavier Martin Smith, June 28, 1944]

Letter, photograph, and envelope from William A. Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mr. Smith apologizes to Cmd. Smith for not saying goodbye and thanking him for all the many kindnesses that Cmd. Smith has shown him. The enclosed photo depicts two men in military uniforms on a beach standing beneath a large piece of drift wood. The envelope is addressed to Cmd. X. Martin Smith in San Francisco, California from Lt. W. A. Smith Jr. in Jamestown, New York.

Date: 1944-06-28/1944-07-08

Creator: Smith, William A. Jr.

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Telegram from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, July 24, 1944]

Telegram and envelope from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith. This telegram thanks Cmd. Smith for his most recent telegram and sends all her love, best wishes, and hopes for his speedy return back to her. Also included is the envelope the telegram was sent in.

Date: July 24, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Envelope from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, March 16, 1944]

Envelope from Mary Bartol Smith at the Naval Mine Depot in Yorktown, Virginia, addressed to Commander Xavier Martin Smith at the U.S. Navy No. 245 Fleet Post Office in San Francisco, California. This envelope was sent via air mail and features a 6-cent red air mail United States postage stamp depicting a mid-flight B-25 bomber.

Date: March 16, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Christmas Card from Larry C. Fuller to Commander and Mary Bartol Smith, December 15, 1944]

Christmas card from Helen and Larry Fuller to Commander Xavier Martin Smith and Mary Bartol Smith wishing them a Happy New Year. The front of the card features an illustration of a jolly Santa head with a fluffy white beard on a blue backdrop. Inside the card is Christmas greetings signed by the Fullers. Also included is the envelope the card was sent in.

Date: December 15, 1944

Creator: Fuller, L. C.

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Valentine Day Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith, January 22, 1944]

Valentine's Day card addressed to Commander Xavier Martin Smith from Mary Bartol Smith. The cover of the card has a large red "V" with a military ship and two aircrafts in the center. There is a title at the top right "To My "Bluejacket" Valentine." Inside the card is a love note from Mrs. Smith with another illustration of a ship and a dog. Also included is the envelope the card was sent in with two stamps featuring B-25 Bombers.

Date: 1944-01-22/1944-02-12

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - March 2, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith looks ahead to the challenging post-war future, particularly concerning her husband's career and their shared finances, and mentions sending money to Washington. She plans to gift Virginia a sterling silver flatware set as a token of gratitude. She also considers traveling to California and discusses Walt's desire to change his sea duty status. Despite the uncertainties, she encourages her husband to enjo… more

Date: March 2, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, March 3, 1944]

V-Mail letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith shares news of people congratulating him on his promotion to commander. She reminisces about their early days together, emphasizing her pride in him, and reflects on the significance of his promotion. She mentions that Dick Sanderson is going to sea and how Lucy is upset, while the young men in the area are seeking sea duty. Lastly, she wonders if her husband could return before September, as she p… more

Date: March 3, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 28, 1944 #2]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith joyfully celebrates her husband's promotion, calling it the best birthday gift she could have received. She proudly notes the promotion's retroactive date and expresses hope that he can get his "brass hat," offering to help if needed. She also mentions that his name appeared in the ALLNAV, extends her heartfelt congratulations, and quickly plans to inform others of the wonderful news, sending all her love… more

Date: February 28, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - March 1, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith expresses her delight in addressing her letters to "Commander," and humorously shares how she teased Fran about her husband's promotion. She describes the beautiful March weather, with birds and flowers blooming, and expresses her longing for her husband to be there to enjoy it with her. She also updates him on her medical progress and her plans to stay near Boston while expressing her deep love and sendi… more

Date: March 1, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 29, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith. This letter expresses Mrs. Smith's immense joy and pride over her husband's promotion to Commander, which she calls her birthday gift. She reflects on how hard he has worked for this recognition, noting her efforts to acquire his shoulder boards and her excitement about the news. She also discusses her transfer of funds at his request and looks forward to the day they can reunite, longing to see him in his full military regalia.

Date: February 29, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 28, 1944 #1]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith describes Anne Manees' beautiful wedding ceremony and reflects on how it brought back wonderful memories of their own wedding. She expresses her deep longing for her husband's return, mentioning that her birthday was hard without him and that she preferred not to celebrate with anyone but him.

Date: March 15, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 26, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith describes Anne Manees's wedding and shares the ongoing dieting struggles faced by Virginia and Walt. She mentions altering her new suit herself and feels envious of Virginia's ability to make clothes look nice while considering her own efforts to be "home-made." Mrs. Smith expresses growing frustration with her physical progress, weighing whether to accept the deformity caused by her surgery or… more

Date: February 26, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 25, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith shares her day, which includes a shopping trip with Mrs. Simmons and buying a new outfit with the birthday money she received from her husband. She also mentions her upcoming trip to Boston and Anne Manees' wedding while reflecting on the letter from his mother about cold, rainy weather in California. Mrs. Smith expresses her frustration with her physical progress, feeling "crooked," and hopes … more

Date: February 25, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 22, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith expresses her joy at receiving a letter from her husband and shares her plans to have his "dog tag" engraved with the correct information. She reflects on her recent trip to Boston, mentioning her weight loss and the ongoing physical difficulties she faces due to her exercises. Mrs. Smith also updates her husband on the news of their mutual friends' family losses and shares her fascination with… more

Date: February 22, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 23, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. Mrs. Smith shares an update on her recovery, expresses frustration about her ongoing struggle with the pelvis tilting exercise, and questions why she was kept in bed longer than the other patients. She mentions receiving a card and a check from Ada, provides her husband with an update on Phyllis’s nursing career, and shares her plans to start swimming if the weather remains warm. Mrs. Smith concludes with love, longing f… more

Date: February 23, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 21, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith expresses her frustration with the delays and complications surrounding their finances, particularly the transfer of funds between banks, and emphasizes the importance of completing this before March 15. She shares the financial details of her recent trip to Boston, including costs for a new battery, a car repair, and an X-ray bill. Mrs. Smith reassures her husband that she hasn't spent much du… more

Date: February 21, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 24, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith updates her husband on her plans to return to Boston in late April and her search for accommodations, mentioning the possibility of staying at the Lincolnshire. She expresses frustration with her progress in rehab, feeling disappointed and "crooked," despite her hard work to improve. Mrs. Smith also shares news of Anne Manees’ upcoming wedding and a visit to Yorktown for vitamins, ending with a… more

Date: February 24, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, February 19, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith provides an update on her ongoing physical therapy, expressing her frustration with the difficulty she has in learning to walk properly, but also her determination to overcome it. She describes the "trick" she believes she may have figured out, a technique she is testing to improve her balance and alignment, and discusses her emotional struggle with pain and setbacks. Mrs. Smith also thanks her… more

Date: February 19, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 17, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. This letter shares the final details of Mrs. Smith's stay in Boston, mentioning her check-up with Dr. Smith Petersen, who is pleased with her muscular progress but notes that the lopsidedness has not improved as quickly as he had hoped. She states that Dr. Smith Petersen has adjusted her exercises to help correct the issue, and although she was initially disappointed, she finds some comfort in his optimism. She expresses… more

Date: February 17, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 18, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith recounts the conclusion of her exhausting trip from Boston, detailing the challenges of delayed trains and lack of food that led to headaches, while expressing her relief that the journey is nearly over. She updates her husband on her return to the Naval Mine Depot, where she is now safely home and feeling much better after a restful meal, although Virginia is contending with a headache. Mrs. S… more

Date: February 18, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, February 12, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. Mrs. Smith expresses her excitement about their upcoming trip to Boston while hoping the weather stays mild enough to protect the blooming flowers from freezing. She also discusses her ongoing health recovery, humorously contemplating joining the WAC, and shares her pride in American men during the war, concluding with her affectionate longing for her husband's safe return. Additionally, she notes that today is Lincoln's… more

Date: February 12, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 14, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. Mrs. Smith shares the details of her trip with Virginia and Walt, including her preparations and the challenges posed by the delayed train schedule. She humorously describes her layered clothing to stay warm while managing a gimpy leg and the cold. She expresses her hope to receive a letter from her husband soon. Although she was reluctant to make the trip, she followed her doctor's advice and ends the letter with her af… more

Date: February 14, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 15, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. This letter shares the challenges that Mrs. Smith has faced on her journey to Boston, expressing deep gratitude for Virginia's assistance in navigating travel mishaps, such as missed connections and seat mix-ups on the train. She describes the difficulties of staying in hotels with unsuitable accommodations and the strain of traveling given her physical condition, feeling that others resent her presence in crowded spaces… more

Date: February 15, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, February 10, 1944]

Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith reflects on the two-year anniversary of her accident, expressing her relief at having avoided another hospital visit. She praises the wonderful letters her husband has sent, particularly enjoying the updates on gifts and animals, and recounts re-reading an article about giant ant hills from a National Geographic book. She’s thrilled by the stories about animals in Australia, especially the plat… more

Date: February 10, 1944

Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol

Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

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