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Newspaper
Sheppard Field Texacts
Location
Sheppard Field, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1946
Page
2
Public relations notices at Sheppard Field Texas invite news and contributions via mail or in person to Building 843 by noon Wednesday. Squadron Squibs deadline set at noon Monday.
A wartime address urges soldiers to mature and abandon war as a dispute solution. It honors predecessors who fought across the globe and calls on every service member to show discipline, endure hardship, and earn the world’s respect through responsible, peaceful leadership.
Officials urge caution on base streets as former Indianapolis racers and troops share traffic. The 20 mph limit is enforced with penalties including vehicle ban on post and possible disciplinary action for military drivers. Emphasis on observance of regulations to protect pedestrians and property.
Washington reports 1760 Army nurses labeled replacements for the Nurse Corps will sail from the West Coast to Pacific duty posts. Of about 57,000 nurses on duty at V J Day over 42,000 had been separated. Eligibility for separation includes marriage age over 30 with dependents under 14, or 14 months of active duty, or a service rating of 25 points or more.
Chicago report says a group of shouting youngsters halted their catch behind a tavern when John Suzuki, angered by the noise, threw their ball into a waste can. The ball contained a loaded hand grenade which Suzuki retrieved from the can.
The article recalls the June 6 1944 Allied invasion of western Europe code named Operation Overlord. It charts the buildup the crossing of the English Channel and the launch of the assault that began the push to defeat Nazi Germany. It notes Allied planning the long lead times and the decision against an ill timed or under prepared strike. It cites General Marshall and the April 1942 agreement to invade France in summer 1943.
About 270000 veterans may be denied fall college admission as housing, books, and instructors fall short. Of 2080000 potential entrants, 970000 are veterans. only 1000000 spots, 690000 veterans, are available. Tuitions have risen 15 to 30 percent amid inflationary pressures, with many schools surpassing the 500 veteran tuition cap.
A guidance letter to new recruits detailing the transformation from civilian to soldier at Sheppard Field. It stresses time and effort, seeking informed advice, and tackling adjustment challenges, with an emphasis on mental, moral, and financial growth and pride in becoming a qualified American soldier.
Months after a shifting Allied position, the invasion focus moved from France to North Africa code named Torch. Rommel pushed toward the Suez Canal while the Red Army faced pressure, altering the war’s balance and priorities. See D DAY Page 7.
Diverse faith services listed with times and locations across bases chapels and buildings including Baptist Christian Science Catholic Jewish Lutheran Church of Christ and Latter Day Saints. Notable sites include Chapel No 4 Bldg 345 Theater No 3 Bldg 649 Hospital Bldg 532 and Bivouac Areas with morning and evening sessions.
A dated listing shows weekday Protestant services across buildings 632 345 532 113 with Bible study prayer meetings and services from 1900 to 1990. Catholic daily Mass at Chapel No 2 Building 546 with Miraculous Medal and Sacre Heart novenas, and weekly confessions Saturday. Jewish Sabbath includes Friday evening service and Wednesday discussion at Building 345.
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