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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1942
Page
2
Orchids and hibiscus mask hidden weapons as Oahu prepares with pillboxes dugouts and gun emplacements. U S Army guides show fortified sites from beaches to plateaus, with large and small dugouts, lights and pictures on walls. Defenders are cheerful and tough as more guns are readied for instant action.
London voters faced a sharp debate over Prime Minister Churchill's war leadership as Randolph Churchill, a major in the army on leave, defended his father in the House of Commons. He argued the government might be flawed but questioned whether the Commons is a good-house.
An official Chinese tally from CHUNGHING records Jap losses at 66,044 killed and prisoners in Changsha, marking a third losing battle for the invaders in central China. The report notes a Japanese air attack on Luttaiq, a tin mining center in southern Yunnan, caused no damage.
A dated compilation notes wartime events from 25 years prior. British auxiliary raber Lane Tence reportedly sunk with 150 fives feared. Russian offensives push along the Moldavia Bukovina border and break through. Allied and axis actions detailed across multiple fronts with reported reinforcements and bombardments including Kent coast.
The Midway garrison reports a stout defense after a 20 minute Japanese bombardment with two ships engaging at close range. Marine gunners claim hits on the cruiser’s forward superstructure and waterline, forcing the enemy to withdraw. Wake’s fall contrasts with Midway’s continuing resistance and warning that the Marines still control the island.
The Senate and House naval affairs leaders consider a full congressional inquiry into the Pearl Harbor disaster. Proposals urged Gen Walter Short and Admiral Husband Kimmel to face charges or a court martial while Roberts commission findings are reviewed. Strong push to reveal the full story grows.
CAMP BOWIE January 28 promotions of three San Antonio men with Headquarters Company Gist Field Artillery Brigade announced today. Staff Sgt Robert N White promoted to first sergeant. Sgt Charles J Boyd promoted to staff sergeant. Cpl Robert R Harding promoted to sergeant.
Members of the Christ Church society hold a regular sewing session Monday at the Cava Regina on Worth Street Marys Street starting at 10 80 a m. A luncheon is planned for 12 20 p m Mrs J J Dalton reports. The Soviet envoy in London notes a malaria issue involving the Russian ambassador to terse.
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