October 21, 1952, Tuesday

Pfc. R. Gimbel
U.S. 5#######
85 Boat Co APO - 928
% Postmaster
San Francisco, California

Dear Mom and Dad,

     Well, here I am again, with some real good news, first, I hope that everyone is well and happy.
     I've been reading in the gazette that a lot of cases of polio are on record, I hope and pray that, it doesn't happen in our family.
     Well, here's the good news, today our orders came down and I am going to leave the 7th of November, and I'll arrive approximately 21 days later, which will be the 28th of November, nice huh!
     I don't know if I will get released right away or if they will give me 30 days leave. 
     I'll call and let you know when I hit the states.
     It sure has happened sooner than I expected, but I am very happy as it will be like a dream.
     I think I'll get discharged at Camp Carson, Colorado, where the 5th Army area men, all do.  I don't know if they will fly us there or by train.
     I've heard that it's 5 days by train, so one way or the other I'll be home for Christmas with bells on.
     I'll need that money sooner than I expected, so I can get ready.
     I spent the $10.00 on shirts, tailoring and etc.
     I'll see you before long, thanks for the Birthday present and pretty card.
     As Ever,
     Love and Kisses.
     Bob
I am sending 10 Pesos, Japanese money, which was the occupancy money they printed during the war.  It is not worth anything.