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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1943
Page
11
A serviceman writes from Italy describing civilians’ suffering and the devastation of war. He recalls seeing beautiful buildings blown apart and many dead under rubble, compares Africa’s hardships, and seeks peace. He signs with Christmas and New Year wishes to his parents.
Johnny Rawlings notes New York is crowded, bigger than Los Angeles, and bustling on East Coast streets. He admires subway tunnels and wonders at city attractions, counting many more women than men and planning to explore further in coming days.
Arnold Owen writes from various posts about auditing Post Exchange books and touring to oversee camps. He expects to spend much time in Texas with possible travels to Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico and Oklahoma. He mentions enjoying the work and thanks for the candy from home.
LaMont Smith from Fairview writes about a harsh start at Farragut with long drills and homesickness. He notes improved freedom, Sunday shows, recreation facilities, and three classes daily plus rifle practice, while missing Hanna’s.
Ken Coburn writes from Africa describing survival and gratitude during war. He recounts leaving the States a year ago and surviving harsh conditions, from freezing nights to using a bomb as a stove. He details cooking duties at 3:30 AM, meals like French toast and beef stew, and sends love to his mother Mrs. Anne Hansen of Glencoe.
Letters from Chadwick family members describe shore leave in the Pacific Isles, beach life, sightings of sunsets, meals with local families, and news of relatives abroad. Don Chadwick recounts dances, travel to cities like Casablanca and Algiers, and hopes for college postwar study, while Willis writes from North Africa about daily guard duties and weather.
Letter from a Fairview family describes a son in the tropics and another still in the United States. The writer details military life, inspections, upcoming bayonet training, outdoor theaters, jungle activity, and daily routine including early wakeups, few letters, and upcoming leave.
Farrell reports English weather similar to home but worse with ongoing rain and cold winds. He notes tents stay warm only with a fire. without fire the cold becomes uncomfortable. He mentions receiving a Christmas message.
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