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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1944
Page
4
A wartime letter from Raymond Rheperd with the U S Army in Minneapolis describes D Day dawn and invasion news. He prays for family and troops, reflects on faith, courage, and sacrifice, and expresses hope for victory, peace, and unity across nations while noting home life and rationing details.
A series of notes from Malvern area residents detail furloughs and letters from service members. Cpl John Hall of the Coast Guard visits Red Oak with family, Lt Wallace Jones reports from Camp Leonard Wood, and Ensign Jon Cary and Sgt John Beals share arms and duty updates. Wayne E Nims writes from France describing foxholes, weather, and homesick thoughts while awaiting pay and news from the front.
Gene K Bell recounts a Pacific voyage to the Admiralty Islands detailing a slow mail run, storms, sear sickness, wildlife duress, coral reefs, and life aboard the Russells Islands setting. He notes nurses, household setup, food from coconuts, and vivid coral landscapes, with mentions of tropical birds, fish, and sea life observed along the journey.
Strahan Alumni Association held an annual banquet on June 17 honoring servicemen and posting a fund for papers for all in service. A long honor roll lists many alumni, with greetings from Gerry Mille and notes of gratitude. About 70 attended in person, and the message urges continued support as loved ones remain away, hoping for a normal life and homecoming.
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