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This letter was written on 16-17 March, 1943 near Lvov, Poland in a cinema in which about 600 Jews were imprisoned prior to their murder. One of the policemen guarding the Jews conveyed this letter from a woman to her husband Abraham.
My dear Abraham,
Forgive me for acting so idiotically, without leaving any money. I am sending you something through a person. Abraham and Haiku (Mirku), my dear ones, do not complain – unfortunately fate has willed it like this. I must go the same way as those whom I loved most. I beg of you, take care of my beloved children. Inquire about Dela (Adele). Whether she is still alive – and kiss her a thousand times from me. Keep well and care for the orphans. I am going to eternal rest.
Mother Frieda
I have sent 200 zloty via B. Come to the gate, there you will get the….