Japs Destruction Of Manila Highlighted By Engineers
Major Smith led the 189 Engineer Battalion in Manila, detailing brutal Japanese demolition and the unit’s seven mile road and bridge work plus a large hospital project. The men labored day and night, clearing gutted areas and rebuilding through harsh conditions, including bridge abutment damage and tidal water hyacinth obstacles.
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Manila
John. Am. Saulth
Glendale
Eammanding
Smith
Wac
Dorks
Pasig
San Juan
Sunshine Allows City to Resume Improvement Projects
The sunny weather permits the resumption of delayed city projects including work on Third Street and Casal Avenue. A new park is under construction and a recreation center is planned at the Public Market site. Major John 4 notes adjustments due to the pause and the city moves forward with planned improvements.
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Troy
Third Street
Casal Avenue
Pier Seven of Manus Island A Titan Pier in Ruins
Engineers of the 1069 Engineering Battalion clear and salvage Manus Island’s giant Pier Seven after Japanese demolition. They describe a massive, roller coaster like wreck with a concrete rimmed hole, salvaging metal from the roof and floors while facing snipers and shifting debris. A Liberty ship was moved in within a week and more repairs loom as teams brace for further work.
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Engineering Corps
Manus
Pier Seven
Pier Sevén
Manila
Empire State Building
New York
John 2. Walton
Auburn
Miss
Walton
Victor
Hertstel
Seten
Protect Electric Appliances With Clean Covers
Household care tips describe cleaning exterior surfaces of toasters irons and other electric appliances after cooling. Wipe with damp cloth, dry thoroughly, and restore luster. Use transparent covers between uses to keep dust away, store fabrics by washing, and add a touch of starch for a perky look.
Nazis Had Jet Plane To Bomb New York
Reports claim Germany planned long range jet bomber missions to hit New York and eastern U S cities if the war had continued. Sources cite discussions at press conferences and alleged designs linked to a high speed aircraft.
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New York
United States
Ie Sag Pened
Carl A Spaateerviews Bse
Geran Messer
Schmith
Allies uncover experimental long range jet bomber in France
De Seversky said nine fit the range and that the Allies found at least one experimental model of the long range jet bomber in France.
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de Seversky
France
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