1946 Army Service Forces Letter Major Samuel E. Mear 4th Service Command Band

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Vintage Original 1946 U.S. Army Service Forces - Headquarters Fourth Service Command - Letter
Dated April 26, 1946
To CWO Henry H. Gruver and from Major S.E. Mear (Samuel Edgar Mear), Chief of the Music Branch, Athletic & Recreation Division.  The letter is signed by Major Mear.
The letter mentions the 473rd and 326th ASF Bands, and the Oliver General Hospital band.
Major Mear was a well known composer and musician, and an original member of the American Bandmasters Association.  He was the father of Sidney Mear.
One page.  Measures 8" x 10 1/2".
This letter has been folded.  It is in vintage condition with discoloration and marks.  There is a tear at the top of the letter in the center, and there is a hole at the bottom center.
Please see photos and ask any questions you may have.
This would be a nice addition to any collection.