February 18, 1942
High school began this morning here. We were allowed half an hour on the court at 6:30. Can take husband’s arm if we walk fast,… Read More »February 18, 1942
High school began this morning here. We were allowed half an hour on the court at 6:30. Can take husband’s arm if we walk fast,… Read More »February 18, 1942
With loud pounding, Nakamura and the guards waked us in the darkness, tacking a huge sign on the tree in front of barracks—headed by “NEWS”… Read More »February 16, 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
Some of the children’s valentines were very bright. June’s to Mrs. Macabee, “a dish cloth dripping with love for you”—to Daddy, “A garbage can full… Read More »February 14, 1942
The dentist’s hours are three to four, his dental chair is an Epsom Salt tin, his fillings are temporary, only guaranteed as far as the… Read More »February 13, 1942
Bedie’s 11th birthday. I whispered a song to him with kisses. He received a bag with 12 pan de sal with “Happy birthday from Ismael… Read More »February 11, 1942
Japanese radio claims Singapore landing and taking Tengah Airport, also bombing Sumatra. This was almost eclipsed by the furor of four pies made in the… Read More »February 10, 1942
A bag came from Ismael with loaf of bread and two tins of jam we had left as their portion! We were thrilled. Nearly two… Read More »February 9, 1942
It costs each about P8 a month for food here and the Committee uses somewhat less than P100 a day. One Japanese ex-miner said to… Read More »February 7, 1942