A Western Union telegram sent from Sendai, Japan, carries a simple holiday greeting home: 'Happy Christmas and New Year regards to everyone wish I could be with you,' signed Ross. Addressed to Marianne Sammet in Richmond, California, this telegram, part of the Moon-Sammet family collection, reflects the experience of American servicemen stationed in occupied Japan following World War II, staying connected with loved ones across the Pacific during the holiday season. Project: 218361