20 Apr 1945
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1945
Page
1
Wrath Cowan retires after two Jima combat service as noted by the War department. Alvin Sepenson of Houston is reported to have sent a $10 donation to the college, with Troy Fewer and San Pranctuzo also contributing. College officials express gratitude and extend thanks to the donors.
National clothing drive seeks cooperation from United States residents for wartime needs. Collection days listed as Friday April 7 at Grantilt Gay School and Saturday April 28 at Cranfilla Gap Tranter building. Acting Chairman Mrs Tok Meral announced.
A youthful profile from Meridian describes a church youth gathering at the Mt Meridian Methodist Church. It mentions Nell Spitzer of Morgan and Robert Meridian as vice president with Ruth Restor in attendance and notes a second Tuesday night meeting forthcoming.
Pfc Irvin J Grime of Clifton Texas earned a combat decoration with the Ninth Army in France Germany while serving with the 176th Infantry Regiment. His parents Mr and Mrs Oscar Grim attended the recognition noting his hometown and military unit.
In April the group will host its series event at the Baztiet Cleary venue. Details on dates and participants are not fully clear in the readable text.
Elvin Maley and Sqt Alven Traley lead the B25 bomber group of the 12th Army Air Force as they celebrate two years of operations. The unit, commanded by Lt Col Charles F. Camiddy, has flown missions across Tunisia Sicily Italy and Southern France, earning a War Department citation for distinguished service. The group supported Italian campaigns in the Brenner Pass and faced heavy air and ground opposition while aiding Allied advance.
Ralph HL Hampe, promoted from sergeant, serves with Heh J. C. Bain 407th TC Group in France as a C-47 crew chief. His crew transports paratroopers and equipment, evacuates wounded, and flies missions over Germany and other territories. Hampe earned a Presidential Citation for D Day duties and retraced time in England, Paris, London, and Scotland during furloughs.
Franklin D Roosevelt, age 63, died Thursday afternoon at Warm Springs Georgia after a stroke and paralysis with which he had struggled since 1921. The nation and allied governments mourn his loss as the world faces a leadership transition. Funeral rites took place at the White House with Bishop Angus Dun presiding, followed by a burial in Hyde Park New York. Roosevelt led the United States through war and peace as a trusted leader and symbol of Allied unity and American resilience.
A Bosque County resident marked her 77th birthday in a local observance. Family and neighbors joined in a small gathering praising long life and community ties amid a quiet community event.
Fragmented recollection from Joel C. Alfei describes widespread destruction in Germany as towns, homes, and businesses are demolished. He notes rebuilt efforts will take years while refugees and returning residents confront ruins and a path to Berlin remains distant amid ongoing conflict.
Memorial services were held at the Clifton City Auditorium after a 1:45 p.m. closure of businesses on the mayor’s proclamation. A crowd of 400 heard Rev. Gigstad urge turning to God for strength as the community honored Franklin D. Roosevelt who had died Thursday.
Mr and Mrs KG Bronstad of Clifton received a Navy telegram on April 17 reporting the death of their son Private Clayton Bronstad, United States Marine Corps, who served at Pearl Harbor before moving into the battle area. The family will receive more details by 10 pm. A county wide revival and related church notices follow, inviting all men to attend at Searsville Baptist Church with Rev J D Baran preaching.
Condon Sexkelund, son of Mr and Mrs Simon Betistund of Cilfien Texas, was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge for participation in the 1st Infantry. A member of Honda era Company, 1st Battalion, he previously held the Philippine Liberation Medal and Pacific Theater Medal. Overseas service spanned Hawaii, New Guinea, Jamar and Leytn.
Four Bosque men, all aged about 50, are reported to have entered into service with the Army at Fort Sam Houston. The notice notes Temas as the locale associated with the enlistment.
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