This letter was written by General of the US Army C.P. Summerall, who was also president of the Citadel, in response to a letter offering condolences for the loss of his wife. It is so incredibly sad. The letter itself has tear marks on it, where the ink was stained in blotches. I found it in the collection I'm working on for the CofC Special Collection's Library. This letter may not be reproduced.
May 4, 1948
Dear Rabbi Klapperman:
I want to thank you and through you, the members of your congregation and the Jewish cadets and veterans at the Citadel for your sympathy in my overwhelming sorrow. Your tribute to my loved one touches me and fills me with gratitude to you. She was my life and the way is very dark without her. I can seek strength only from above.
Sincerely yours,
C.P. Summerall
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