22 Dec 1944
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1944
Page
1
Fragments detail the funeral of O H Petanld with reference to family, friends, and his residence in Fresno County. The record notes a final tribute held Friday and mentions a family background and age, but the garbled text limits specifics.
A 1944 Christmas appeal urges readers to re examine themselves and practice fellowship and kindness to bring happiness to the human heart. It says each person holds the key to this transformation and invites sharing goodwill during the season.
Lt. Joe F. Hyde Jr. receives the Bronze Star for meritorious achievement in combat. The ceremony notes his actions in 1942 and subsequent service, honoring his leadership and bravery.
The obituary notes the death of the father of N. W. Willett Jr at Arlington. It mentions relatives including siblings and widows, and lists associated names such as James and Lee, with affiliations to local churches and communities. The record reflects a traditional church funeral, referencing the Willet family of Gastonville and nearby areas.
Obituary notice for John Christenson who died Tuesday night at 11 oclock age around 70s. Born in Rome emigrated at 22 arriving in Boogie in 1885. Survived by a large family including Ole, Matilda and Anton Amundson with siblings and many grandchildren. Funeral details not specified.
Local Cameron workers will receive a Christmas bonus from their employer. The plan outlines extra pay ahead of the holiday season benefiting staff across departments.
Col David Morrison sustains wounds in France as reports confirm injury. The notice mentions Mrs J A Morrison of Ovartonl as a associated contact or relative in the casualty listing.
Mrs Anne H Driskill dies at Hico Friday after long illness in her 70s. Survived by husband John and siblings, funeral arrangements announced by the family at local church.
Fragmentary wartime card notes Pvt Herbert H Works listed at Ontario California field base. Scrambled text shows unclear lines but confirms service location near Ontario and a pre ME reference.
H C Hating opens a locker room visit in Pa with Norrie present for a sweep. The event centers on Hating as host and Norrie as visitor in a local sports context.
Memorial services for Cpl Mervis Rohne aow of Mrs Halga Rohne, in action in France Oct 18 1944, were held at St Olat Lutheran Church Cranfills Gap on Sunday Dec 17 at 8 00 with Rev Benjamin R Mankestad conducting. The service included a memorial sermon based on Psalms and a flag presentation by Chris Rohne.
The Record quotes a V-Mail from H. A. on Biffle, E.M. 1-c, serving with the Seabees in the Pacific. It highlights Seabees achievements at Guadalcanal and in major amphibious operations, noting their authorized strength, and the pride home towns feel as Seabees are remembered.
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