From the Cobram Courier: 19 April 1917

France 14/2/17

Dear Sir,
Just a few lines to let you know I received your welcome parcel and enjoyed the contents immediately. I did not receive it for Christmas, but got it about the middle of January -- better late than never.
At present we are having very cold weather, and it has been freezing day and night for a month. Ice is up to nine inches in thickness, the ground has frozen to a depth of a foot, and it flies like flint when picked.
I have received your "Newsy Items" at various times, for which many thanks. It does one good to hear of Victoria occasionally.
With best wishes and many thanks to the people of Cobram and district.
Yours sincerely,
D.J. Gorey