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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1944
Page
6
Lt. Mahin details the move of a large military unit from Melbourne to a new base, rapid packing, and evacuees. He notes rain and mosquito irritations, the efficient 21 hour relocation, staff photos, and the mix of travel fatigue with small comforts. He also updates family news and local sewing and Red Cross activities as World War II continues.
The author reflects that time speeds with age noting forty years ago the saying was foolish yet now true. Two months pass quickly and spring weather is not ideal. Duane returns home April 6 for a nineteen day furlough and Mary in Portland calls home to plan a visit around the 14th if he remains present.
March planting recaps peas and greens with neighbors trimming rows while town life blooms. A homey Riverside scene features Ensign Clifford Flynn honor dinner and a school picnic with locals and visiting relatives.
Six young foxes were discovered in a den on the Frank and Amrose Bopp farm three miles northeast of Riverside along the Iowa river banks. Helpers Robi Cress Geo Birrer Leo Jenn assisted in the four hour dig to remove the cubs from the earth at the den opening high on a steep bank.
The practice of smashing a glass after a toast serves to prevent reuse for lesser purposes and echoes the Jewish wedding custom. It recalls the destruction of Jerusalem’s temple and the sages’ warning not to forget this break even amid joy.
A meatless meal using a semi tropical fruit provides a filling, stick-to-the-rib dish that leaves the sense of having eaten well despite the absence of meat.
A recent survey of troops departing for foreign duty shows over 98 percent have purchased National Service Life Insurance. The average coverage exceeds $9,500, reflecting broad financial preparedness among service members.
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