Cedar Rapids, Iowa
November 1, 1918

To: Miss Elizabeth (Lizzie) Wosoba
c/o Mrs. Josie (Josephine) Wosoba

From: Elizabeth (Libbie) Souhrada

Dear Elizabeth,

Have been thinking of writing to you for some time so will drop you a few lines tonight. Have been rather lonesome at times since father (John Souhrada) went back to Montana. No doubt I’ll be going back myself soon.
Heard from the boys in France. My younger brother (Vladimar Souhrada, age 18) has been in a hospital but is okay again. My oldest brother (Jerry Souhrada, age 26) has been “over the top” several times. Says he has a pocket full of luck. Hope it keeps on. Where is Otto now and do you hear from him? Give him my best regards when you write.
Have you had the flu yet? I had a slight attack of it about two weeks ago. There is much death here, sorrow everywhere. Hope it “blows over” soon. All public places closed too.
Suppose you’re busy with fall work. How is everything and everybody? Remember me to your mother. Would appreciate hearing from you occasionally.

Sincerely,
Elizabeth