Soviet Push Near Komarom Threatens Budapest Defense
Frontline dispatches describe German forces clinging to walls and rubble as Soviet columns from Marshal Tolbukhin and Marshal Malinovsky converge on Komarom less than 85 miles southeast of Vienna. Russian forces push from the east and Danube corridor toward the city, with heavy artillery and self-propelled guns in support. The Pest fortifications and surrounding suburbs face fierce Soviet bombardment while German deserters prompt death penalties for retreat.
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Vienna
Bratislava
Feodorobulkhin
Third
Anube
Oction Malinovsky
Hron
Danube
Tolbukhin
Danjibe
Vertes
Danthe River
Santergam
Esztergeam
Falinovsky
Mran
Ereekujvar
Kornarom
Est
Budapest
Morotai Island push and Leyte mopping up
The report notes Japanese attempts to ferry troops to Morotai airbase and Leyte mop up continues in rugged terrain. MacArthur says 912 Japanese killed and 16 captured. A Tokyo radio report claims an underwater tunnel to Honshu and Kyushu may be used for homeland defense.
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Morotai
Philippines
MacArthur
Leyte
Jin Hotchegon
Associated Press
Tith
Tokyo Radio
Japan
Honshu
Patton drivers push German line toward Bastogne
The report describes General Patton's counterattack from December 16, driving German forces back up to 20 miles in six days. It notes Allied air power destroying thousands of German trucks and hundreds of planes, while winter weather reduces air operations. Fierce fighting persists near Bastogne with village gains and crossings along the Sure river.
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Bastogne
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Bavigne
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Frome S
Potitiedet
Bota Zio Milea
Luxemburg
Bute
Wiltz
Liuxembourg
Arth
Artys
Eseh
Wrily
Wuthern
Armeticana
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Eoder
Arether
Final honors chose two WACs and four civilians
Final votes will determine the Bond-Belle of Selman Field from six finalists, including two WACs and four civilians. Among the favorites are Lt. Helen Bonner, Helen Blackshear, Mary Elizabeth Keel, Edith Longle, Martha Blanchside, and Moss Anderson, each with at least six votes.
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Selman Field
Helen Co Bonner
Helen Blackshear
Misa Mary Elizabeth Keel
Edith Longle
Martha ‘Sugar’ Blanchside
Moss Hoss Anderson
Sergren Club
Eer
Bonner
WACG
Wordy contest hints and war time news mix in page jumble
Four contestants headline a page of disordered notes with talk of final voting and portraits to be released. The piece shifts to Ward's wartime seizures, government actions, and court battles, then veers into a dreamy dialogue about marriage law and humor.
Divorce Debate Echoes Through Personal and Public Life
The dialogue discusses divorce acceptance and legal reform, citing public demand and moral concerns. References to marriages failing, economic costs, and how law could adapt to rising divorce rates appear amid a broader debate on social norms and personal responsibility.
Fire at Monroe Hardware Store Extinguished by Fire Department
A blaze caused by a snort in a base plug was put out by the Monroe fire department at the Monroe Wholesale Hardware Company located at 24 North Third. The Millsaps Realty Company owns the building. Firemen also extinguished a trash fire on a back porch at 404 Arkansas Street, reported at 11 45 Thursday night.
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Monroe Wholesale Hardware Company
North Third
Monroe Fire Department
Millsaps Realty Company
Arkansas Street
Wreck Scene Quieted After Trenton Timber Yard Disaster
A fogbound incident near Trenton led to a deadly wreck with shattered debris and a failed rescue operation. Fire crews and volunteers frantically worked to reach victims as authorities investigated the cause and secured the site.
Special Mass at South Chapel New Year's Day
A special mass will be held at South Chapel on New Year's Day for Catholics. The event is noted by Father Mo Mullan, recently appointed chaplain, and will be observed at the stated location with references to Western and California areas and Japanese attendance in the broader community.
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South Chapel
Soath Chapel
Cathols
Mullan
Pin UK
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