Army Tightens 3 Way Trap On Pacific Front
Allied forces tighten a three way trap as they seize Mapia islands 900 miles behind front lines in the Philippines. A small amphibious force overwhelmed weak Nip defenses at Mapia with naval and air bombardment preceding invasion. In Leyte, U S 24th Division nearly severed the Ormac road, trapping thousands of Japanese and signaling a major advance.
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Rain General in Area Brings Mixed Weather Across Texas
Weatherman J Henry Darhoe notes October sunshine and cool, dry trend favoring city dwellers, while Abilene to Austin and San Antonio report light rains. October and November remain dry, total rainfall for November at 0.26 inch, year-to-date 25.63 inches. Snow and frost touch Lubbock and West Texas, with temperatures from 33 to 69 across cities. deer hunting hampered by showers in western ranchlands.
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Roosevelt Flags Rumor Spreaders
Roosevelt denounces rumors used by enemy to undermine Red Cross blood drive. He warns that a “most vicious rumor” claims blood plasma is spurred by donors and fights to wounded men. He urges reporting rumor spreaders to the FBI and stresses accurate information. In Paris, De Gaulle regime recognized as provisional government by the Spon Jah delegation.
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Non-Coms Lose Stripes as Mutiny Averted
Fort Belvoir authorities ended a mutiny threat by WACs with four HON-commissioned officers being restored to their ranks. The investigation debunked charges of a public protest against Capt. Dorothy Tamhave and Sgt. Gladys Davis. Names of the four WACs were not released. Authorities pledged steps to address misunderstandings and improve leadership.
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General Stilwell Praises U S Soldiers In Carmel
In Carmel on November 18 General Stilwell refused to discuss his removal and praised American soldiers. He told over 50 reporters that the army has done an excellent job training and the war picture is better presented. He noted some past prep could be improved but credited the troops’ conduct and cited their youthful training. He wore no ribbons, explaining the decoration should stay with the men who earned them. He deferred questions on his next assignment.
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U S W Front Casualties Pass 200000
Washington reports American ground force casualties in Western Europe exceed 200000 with total 200369 as of November 1, including 3554 skilled, 145788 worried and 18577 missing. Seventh Army and northern fronts included. air force not counted. Overall casualty figures updated but newer totals not released.
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Hitler in Tokyo One Theory States Hitler in Tokyo
London officials quote an odd letter to the Daily Herald proposing Adolf Hitler be invited to Tokyo for a war conference with Emperor Hirohito. The suggestion comes from Will Peischater, an Austrian living in London with two decades researching Hitler, and reportedly circulated by unidentified GIs on the Western Front yesterday.
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Air Personnel May Make Complaints at Army Air Stations
Washington November fifteen UPI reports enlisted men and officers at army air force stations will be encouraged to voice grievances and suggestions for improvements. An AR personal conference hour will be held at least monthly to ensure complaints are heard without punitive action by anyone making them.
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Assassin Threats Grow Against Marshal Von Keitel
New York reports quote Geneva and Moscow radio on threats against Wilhelm Keitel. Messages claim a failed assassination attempt occurred during a recent visit to Hungary, with rumors of his wounding and return to Berlin. London dispatch cites India secretary Amery stating Japanese casualties on the Birama front reach over 46,500.
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U S Ninth Joins Ike in Winter Offensive Across Rhineland
Allied forces led by Generals Hodges and Texas Bill Starkey launched a major Rhineland assault with 2700 bombers and ground troops. American First and Ninth armies struck near Aachen and the Dutch border while British and French units pushed from Metz toward Thionville and the Rhine, threatening a broad breakthrough as weather improved.
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Weather Forecast for San Antonio and Vicinities
Forecast shows continued cloudy skies with occasional rain through Thursday afternoon and night. Temperatures near freezing expected in extensive Texas Bay area with cooler readings into the Lower Rio Grande valley. The eastern and southern portions remain cloudy with rain likely, more details on Page 2.
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Soldier and General Bargain Over Overshoes
Advanced Command Post reports General Eisenhower nearly swapped his overshoes with a GI today as mud and cold pressed talks. The GI’s stubborn stance finally ended the deal, with Eisenhower joking about needed flight boots as he inspected American installations with army and corps commanders.
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