Capelli's memo



MEMO

From: Sergeant Paul Rivvelle To: Private Joseph Capelli April 26th, 1950

Private Capelli, As your Commanding Officer, I regret to inform you that you have officially been brought up on disciplinary charges once again. Your attitude has been a constant source of trouble for me and for your fellow soldiers; this latest incident is just another example of how you are derailing a potentially successful military career with your insolent behavior. The language you used toward Lieutenant Nielsen has no place in the armed forces - you're lucky you weren't served a dishonorable discharge right then and there.

Therefore, you will be reassigned to the Humboldt Surveying Company, a civilian organization with a three-year government defense contract. They're willing to take on head-cases and loudmouths like you, just so long as you do your job without asking too many questions. During your six-week stint with Humboldt, you will provide manual labor as well as performing any additional services they demand in order to fully occupy your time. You haven't seen a work detail like this since basic training.

Good luck and keep your nose clean.

Sgt. Rivelle

Note

 * One instance of "Rivvelle" is likely a typo - one V or two?