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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1946

Page

5

Manila grows as war ruins give way to new commerce

Manila emerges as a busy boom town with ruined streets dotted by rough wooden shelters and temporary shops. Soldiers and sailors fuel activity along Escolta and Rizal Avenue as recovery lags behind optimism for peace.

Manila Escolta Fifth Avenue

Brother Can You Spare a Room

A poem laments housing shortages and homelessness in postwar America. The speaker notes crowded homes, damp conditions, and trailer living as many service members and families struggle to find shelter. The piece contrasts hardship with a longing for stable, affordable housing while referencing popular culture.

Frankie America

Authority for discharge of ASF enlisted men after four years

The Adjutant General's Office reports that effective December 1 enlisted men with four or more years of service become eligible for discharge and that all service and theater commanders have been informed. It is likely not an Army regulation or circular but possibly a radiogram authority.

Manila Orient Tombstone Tokyo Philippine ASF Adjutant General’s Office

Rest Church to Study The Cross Over Africa Mission

The W. B. C. 8 of Rest Church in Rest Virginia holds a mission study class titled The Cross Over Africa. Mrs Blanche Pome teaches the course and the last session was held Thursday.

Rest Rest Church Blanche Pome

Rest Church Holds Service Flag Tribute

Night gathering at Miss Esther The Rest Church honored boys who returned from service and those represented on the church flag with one gold star. Rev Emory Ellmore to preach next Sunday at 11 after Sunday School.

Esther Exmagerl Emory Ellmore Bertha Wilson Witchita Kansas C. E. Ridge

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