13 Apr 1945
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1945
Page
1
In the Pacific region a report notes operations involving Maianas estias and related handling. The fragment mentions sea area activity and unspecified procedures by shore or vessel personnel. No clear dates, institutions, or outcomes are provided in readable text.
Revival will be held in April at the Seeville Church with Rev J D aiding the event. Parishioners are invited to attend and join neighbors in prayer.
The Fifth Army honors a local infantryman for combat valor in Italy. Details are garbled in the report, but it notes participation with the 830k Infantry Regiment in a Remy operation and recognition for bravery against the enemy. The casualty or specific award is not clearly stated due to damaged text.
April 10 report from the Regintrate Office lists students in the Mid Semester 1961 term with zero errors. John Tarfeson Coflegs and Mary Lockhart appear among those noted for academic work and leadership roles in the department. Mary Lockhart, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lockhart, is a junior major in Peek cabin course and BB member.
The Silver Star is awarded to Peder C Jorgensen for leading Company GQ 898th Infantry in a high mountain assault north of Mt Formiche and near a cemetery, taking part of the objective, causing surrender of a German platoon, and holding the position under heavy fire with notable courage. His actions occurred during a counterattack aimed at capturing a small town, with armor support and coordinated artillery.
Captain M. M. Carr is reported missing amid wartime turmoil near Mer Toko Ri. The incomplete dispatch notes Mel Gonpur and others in the region as observers while authorities search for the officer.
Capt Charles J. Kennedy recalled Ninth Air Force exploits in North Africa and Europe detailing dive bombing and tank destruction while Rev Bernard Pederson described Zulu life in Natal and South Africa. The meeting at Trinity Lutheran drew 54 attendees as Lions discussed membership, salvaged paper drives, and local civic notes.
Second Lieutenant Jonas Ky White aged 29 from Vale Jetitle Texas receives the Air Medal for Meritorious Achievement during an Eight Air Force mission at Domb er Station England. The award highlights include combat flight actions and piloting duties with the 8th Air Force units.
Frank Williams Jr of Clifton died recently after a medical discharge from the Armed Services. He was found dead by companions at a residence south of Clifton. The exact cause and formal details are unclear due to incomplete text.
On Sunday April 22, 1045, the community hosts a full day of songs and singing with many singers. Attend with a filled lunch basket, join at noon for lunch, and enjoy all day music and fellowship. Bring a friend to share the music.
John Daniel Jameson aged nearly 79 died April 7 at Goodall and Witcher Clinic Hospital Clifton after years of heart trouble and vascular illness that required leg amputations. Born April 22, 1866 in Holly Springs Mississippi, he lived in Hill and Bosque counties, married Mary Exile West in 1891, and left seven children. Funeral Sunday at Clifton Methodist Church with Rev. Floyd W. Thrash officiating. burial in Clifton Cemetery.
Local residents gathered for the funeral of Ross Stricklin a 40 year old prominent Falls County farmer. He died Monday after a sequence of medical trouble while en route to a hospital. Stricklin led cooperative efforts in agriculture serving as president of the Waco Production Credit Association since 1908 and sat on regional committees of the Produce Credit organization representing Central Texas farmers. He was active in local business and community groups, including the Farm Bureau and cooperative boards.
On Weilneway afternoon April 18 the Pet A will meet at City Auditorium at 8 15 oclock. A miscellaneous program will be presented by pupils of the first grade under the direction of Mrs Love and Ms Hurst. Please note the change in time.
Lt Samuel T Hastings Jr of the 329th Infantry, 3rd Infantry Division, awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service in France Luxembourg Belgium and Germany from July 12 1944 to February 28 1945. He served as rifle platoon leader and later as battalion S 2 under fire. Entered service from Texas.
A reader letter from Pfe. Alton Meier urges Americans to back the war, criticizing domestic strikes and shortages. He argues unity at home reflects the sacrifices of servicemen abroad, noting some doubt others care if soldiers return. He pleads for collective effort and patriotism.
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