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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1945
Page
4
The report lists servicemen and addresses from New York and California, noting furloughs and home visits. It highlights Sgt Laughlin of the 8th AAP with 36 combat missions, plus Lt Huey and families visiting relatives in Yankton.
Wartime letters from soldiers describe front-line life and longing for home. Garlands Johnson from APO 96 San Francisco reports from a hospital detailing injuries, morale, and the fight for a better world. Promotions and decorates listed include Duan Schipper, Robert McCormick, Ensign Robert Ferguson, Wayne Blackman, and others. Piper Hanna letters share packing or sea voyage anecdotes. Local updates mention Roy Seeger and Carroll Blackburn completing military courses and awaiting assignments to return home.
A wartime letter from Joe describes the fifth army front in Italy with grim humor about cold and snow. He jokes with medics over treatment for illness, notes a tough battle against the Krauts, and mentions camaraderie and hopes for the new year. An editors note confirms Herb Ponton remains in England APO 874 and previews a church service planned to boost morale for service members.
An advertisement touts Creomulsion as a potent remedy for coughs and bronchitis. It claims Creomulsion reaches the bronchial membranes to loosen phlegm, soothes irritation, and aids rest. The product contains beechwood creosote with other medicines and is non narcotic. If ineffective after trial, money back.
Archimedes approach used to sink a Bielly era war galley in 285 B C aided raising the USS Old Thomae sunk during a Japanese attack near Pearl Harbor. The report links ancient balance principles to salvage efforts and notes the historic connection between early naval engineering and mid 20th century operations.
Randolph and Riverton communities announce the installation of Rebekah and I O F officers. N Gs Ethel Tyner and Richard Wowery preside with a slate including Floyd Atkinson and Dick Wilson as wardens and secretaries. A reception lunch followed with prizes awarded for high score in progressive hitch.
Wesley Chapel Methodist Church invites members to join worship and church school services as weather permits. Pastor RV Felt indicates plans to resume regular religious services at 10 30 a m and worship sessions, with hopeful rejoicing for better weather and attendance.
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