Jimmy received a letter from Ruth with pictures of Davy. He responds to news about Betty’s wedding tea and sends a bill for Betty and Ed to buy a wedding gift.
Jimmy thanks his father for a gift bond. Jimmy and the “old gang” haven’t started an operational flying yet. Pictures taken at a picnic in Barksdale were enclosed.
Jimmy ends the carburetion phase. He hopes to graduate around Thanksgiving time. He mentions his father’s scrap business back at home and tells about a parade they put on in the camp.
Jimmy goes on sick call for athlete’s foot. He writes that last week all of the instructors received promotions, most to sergeants, which greatly improved morale for them.
Jimmy comments on the crazy sense of humor in a British comedy show that he saw in town. They are continuing with ground school and flying occasionally.
