Sun. Feb. 15/42
On Saturday night, Pedro had a bad attack of asthma and we despaired of his life. Had to get a doctor. His heart is weak,… Read More »Sun. Feb. 15/42
1942
February 15, 1942
Sunday. The day I figured help would get here. But no soap. Fixed the tent up today. The A.C. can be thankful for Gen. George,… Read More »February 15, 1942
February 15, 1942*
(*Undated in book; but context dates to Fall of Singapore on February 15, 1942) The fall of Singapore hit us all between the eyes. It… Read More »February 15, 1942*
February 15, 1942
Junkin baby born in cottage hospital at 5:30, starting at midnight. What are these babies –Japanese subjects, citizens? It is Chinese New Year today also.… Read More »February 15, 1942
Sunday, February 15, 1942
Mr. and Mrs. Wiley and Mr. and Mrs. George Ossorio were driving over a narrow railroad bridge to see place the Wileys had selected for… Read More »Sunday, February 15, 1942
Feb. 15 — 42
Two air planes (Japs) came over early this afternoon and laid a smoke screen, which the trapped enemy came through. A lot of them broke… Read More »Feb. 15 — 42
February 14th, Saturday
Routine bombing front and rear area. Shell fire from Cavite on Harbor defenses.
February 14, 1942 – Saturday
6:30 a.m. left Corregidor for Bataan on a Q boat. The sea was very rough and it could not make any speed. I arrived at… Read More »February 14, 1942 – Saturday
February 14, 1942
Asked an old man of eighty years which regime he prefers: Spanish, American or Japanese? The old man thought for a moment. Then he answered… Read More »February 14, 1942