21 May 1942
On detail to Tarlac to had rice. Had we stopped for food I would have enjoyed it more. Dysentery & cramps still pretty mean. No… Read More »21 May 1942
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20 May — 1942
Had a tough night between rain, cramps, dysentery & FEAR — No blood this morning but very weak. Rumors of moving someplace — we all… Read More »20 May — 1942
19 May 1942
— Tues — On water faucet detail this AM very warm — 43 died yesterday. I am very worried with loose Bowel movements hourly. Once… Read More »19 May 1942
18 May 1942
Monday — Eyes sore — hope it was from the sun. Feeling a little better due to rumors that may be in part worth something.
17 May 1942
Sunday — To church with Gouman & then rest then lunch & to duty at the River. Rumors at night were good — chow excellent… Read More »17 May 1942
16 May 1942
Stomach upset today. Hope it is not the start of something. Rumors also upset with orders to repair buildings for rainy season. Profiteering checked a… Read More »16 May 1942
15 May 1942
— Feeling much better today — Spent the morning on duty on the river checking Filipinos getting water. Wind & dust storms are getting bad… Read More »15 May 1942
14 May 1942
“Exchange” Rumor weakening — It never had much sense — But hope is wonderful for Morale — So is the Holy Bible. Although weak I… Read More »14 May 1942
13 May 1942
Water detail in the afternoon. No rumors. No doubt we are here for the duration. Out of 7000 Americans our daily death rate is about… Read More »13 May 1942