18 Jun 1942
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Newspaper
Bayard News
Location
Bayard, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
1
A soldier at a distant post writes of longing for home lights and a quiet town restored after war. He notes nightly blackouts at eight bells, mentions reading three papers dated April 23, and describes occasional slow mail. He signs as P. F. C. Carlton Morton of Co. K 106 Inf APO 960 and mentions Clinton Lane.
A dated letter from Jack Stiles in Uvalde Texas to Ken recounts busy training at Garner Field with new upperclassmen, 85 grade average for privileges, and 37 hours of time left. He notes earning two school checks and one army check, performing aircraft maneuvers like slow rolls and snap rolls, and flying upside down briefly under instruction.
A G I letter from an air corps trainee describes promotion to sergeant in Squadron B, a high washout rate, and plans for passes. He mentions Garner Park scenery with 640 acres, the Nueces River, a rustic lodge, steak fry, and a close yet tough routine. He notes hot weather, rough air, and calls a campus prank “disciplinary instruction.”
LaVerne Morena Gheat Lakes Indiana writes of training at a naval station. He explains selection for machinery mate school, possible Delayed Orders, and hopes to attend a Chicago parade with the training station. He notes a Governor's Day hold up and a 36 hour leave possibility.
Personal note from L F Mowen of Sea ije USNR Co 356 UDSNTS Great Lakes dated during a rainy spell. Mentions Deke Yaves and past companionship, and closes with a sign off about washing.
Vernon F Clark writes from Ft Leonard Wood Missouri to share news of his hoarse voice, medical diagnosis of Papilloma on vocal cords, and a sixty day silent rest. He notes weekly hospital visits, slow recurrence of growths, and time off from field duty while reporting on fellow soldiers and local weather.
Earl J. Lewis writes from Camp Crowder Missouri describing early Basic Training. He details leaving Guthrie Center on Thursday, traveling by train, sleeping in hot cars, arriving at Fort Leavenworth for aptitude tests and clothing, then moving to an unknown final destination. He notes a newly established camp and mentions serving Women Auxiliary applicants in the Sergeants Mess Hall.
Pvt Earl J Lewis of Company C 3rd Battalion ORSTC Camp Crowdel Missouri notes rain and duty contrasts in Army life while stationed at camp Crowdel.
Virgil Tilley writes from a tented guard post in Englewood eight miles from Los Angeles. He notes living in a City Park and eating well while guarding the coast with plans to move frequently within a hundred miles of the ocean.
Mrs Niewendorp caused a match lit pepper to ignite causing a massive explosion at the home of Mr and Mrs Refws Niewendorp in Bhekion. Mrs Niewendorp suffered severe burns and injuries as walls floors and the front porch were torn loose and the house ruined.
Janice Rusted of Estherville fractured a bone in her heel after slipping from a second story bedroom window at her home. The incident began when she opened a window and left her room, leading to the fall.
Mrs C L Jones hosted a three table bridge farewell for her sister with prizes to Mrs Fred Rosenbladt and Mrs Jack Ocheltree and a handbag for the guest. Mrs Johnn Esslinger gave a Friday birthday party for son Don with many children attending. Bayard High’s Class of 1914 families held a Sunday picnic at Springbrook park with multiple local guests and three absentees. Mr Pred Reil entertained guests to honor Harold Reiner on his army induction.
Vague OCR fragment references a person named Joe Collan and mentions a bounty related to foxes and a young cub. Details are incomplete and accuracy cannot be confirmed from the provided text.
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