Feb. 3, 1945
At dusk, we saw a silent line of Japanese in blue shirts creep from the gate to the front door. They went through the long… Read More »Feb. 3, 1945
Manila
3 Feb. ’45
After dark rifle fire is heard. It can be estimated that the strength of the enemy’s motorized unit is approximately three battalions. All personnel will… Read More »3 Feb. ’45
3rd February 1945
With the Americans at the gates of Manila the official Imperial Rule Assistance Association called a “Victory in the Philippines” rally at the Hibiya public… Read More »3rd February 1945
Saturday, February 3, 1945
The same half-boring, half-scary life. Early in the afternoon Papa, Frank and Nong came home with 3 bayongful of money. (Papa had mortgaged the farm.)… Read More »Saturday, February 3, 1945
2/3/45
A very bright-red red letter day! Everything went along as usual, performance of routine duties, exchanging of rumors; evening chow, and then—six American planes flying… Read More »2/3/45
February 2, 1945
[Separate sheet of paper dated] Febr. 2nd (1945) 1st Friday and Communion – A spiritual happiness & joy which gives strength far beyond mere physical strength… Read More »February 2, 1945
Jan. 30, 1945
We lie on the bed or sit on Daddy’s while he draws plans for our ideal house in Baguio or Shenandoah Valley. There is no… Read More »Jan. 30, 1945
January 28, 1945
[Separate sheet dated] Jan. 28th Tho’ I am weak today, I feel rested and completely peaceful -I went to Confession last night & to Communion this… Read More »January 28, 1945
17th January 1945
The Japanese financial adviser in Manila has given us a few graphic flashes of the last days of the Laurel regime in that city. Its government,… Read More »17th January 1945