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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1944
Page
4
In northwest Greece rightist forces appealed to Britain for aid as a 15 20 thousand strong army penetrated 15 miles into EDES territory, capturing two towns. Lt Gen Scobie weighed EAM replies on a ceasefire proposal, signaling cautious optimism for a swift truce.
Second Lieutenant Albert Broadfoot Jr son of Judge Broadfoot and Mrs Broadfoot has been awarded the Air Medal for meritorious achievement on combat missions over Germany and German occupied Europe with the 8th Air Force based in England. A Bonham High School and University of Texas Law School alumnus, he trained at Ellington Field and Bolos Idaho before flying B 24 missions as a co pilot and later a pilot in the 8th Air Force. He was born October 18 in Dallas and attended Perrin Field and Perrin Junior College before entering active duty in 1943.
B S Estes, a sergeant in the Field Artillery, was wounded in France after mortar fire. He sustained injuries to his left arm and both legs and is recovering in an England hospital. His brother, Corporal Thomas B Estes, 20, is also in combat. Parents Mr and Mrs Pembrook Estes live in Bonham Texas. Darlene Estes works for the Selective Service.
Reports say Soviet forces launched a major offensive across Latvia and into Courland at dawn, aided by tanks and heavy artillery. A broad 23 mile front from Saldu to Pumpali saw multiple armies in action aiming to crush German divisions, threaten the northern flank, and clear the Prussian area.
Charles Roberts, son of M and Elise Roberts, 1102 No Cedar, was a gunner on a B 24 Liberator bomber in the European theatre. The report notes his service in the Army Air Forces and mentions his death after more than six months of operation, with details drawn from a Bonham area context and war deployment.
United Press dispatch reports Third Army advances from the south to relieve the First Army as German tanks breach 40 miles toward France. American forces hold in Luxembourg area with Bastogne near siege, while Soviet activity grows in Latvia and Hungary. Canadian troops push along the Noviglio river area in Italy. Allied air actions and German op center disruptions noted. Additional heavy bombers strike Hong Kong and the China coast as Pacific battles and European fronts unfold.
Reports from Royal Oak Montgomery Ward and Co say pickets entered the store and tore fragments of merchandise during a four-store strike. Also noted are weather alerts for northwest Texas and a Purple Heart award to Atteberry for wounds in France on November 13 with his wife in Dallas.
In Dec 23 dispatch from ARIS, clouded skies saw fighter bombers and bombers strike Nazi panzer units from the Ruhr to the Rhine. American armored forces stopped them nine miles west of St. V with a hard defensive victory. Eighth Air from Britain and Ninth Air Force tallied 86 German planes eyed, 57 by the two air commands.
Washington mobilization director James Brynes moved to close race tracks by January 3 to conserve labor and critical materials. Williams, president of the National Racing Association, expressed confidence all tracks will comply as War Mobilization aims to curb tobacco and other nonessential production amid wartime demands.
Willie T. Reece of Honey Grove Texas has been promoted to Staff Sergeant in the 12th Air Force. An announcement from Major General John K Cannon headquarters notes his crew chief duties aboard a C-47 troop carrier. Reece, son of Mr. WM Reece and husband of Mrs Gertrude Reece, is cited for distinguished service in the China Burma India Theater, contributing to North Africa, Sicily, Italy and southern France operations. The report highlights his unit's efforts in airborne missions, medical aid, and support roles.
A local paper reflects on Christmas as a force for peace amid ongoing conflict. It emphasizes hope, goodwill, and the contrast between wartime fear and the era of peace the season embodies. The piece promotes unity and calls readers to let the Christmas spirit guide thoughts away from hatred.
Allied Headquarters Leyte Philippines December 23 General Douglas MacArthur issued a Christmas greeting to his command praying for their safe return. He said a merciful God would preserve and protect all members and return them home safely. The report notes few civilians could enjoy the scenery along the detour.
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