27th day, Jan. 23, 1945
What a hectic day! I had the opportunity to hit Peralta, and I have done it good and hard. The damned fool is finished. My… Read More »27th day, Jan. 23, 1945
Tacloban
26th Day, Jan. 22, 1945
I have gone to the Capital of Leyte today. I met Gen. Valdes, Gov. Hayden, Dean Kalaw and many others. The night previous I had… Read More »26th Day, Jan. 22, 1945
25th day, Jan. 21, 1945
After all, we are now here in Tacloban, the “promised” land, at about 5 pin today. After a whole night in the sea on our… Read More »25th day, Jan. 21, 1945
January 21, 1945 — Sunday
Attended 6:45 a.m. Mass and received Communion. Went to Air Strip at 8 a.m. Took off at 9 a.m. on a B-25. Sat inside the… Read More »January 21, 1945 — Sunday
January 20, 1945 — Saturday
Busy in office. Invited by Commander James Van Landt to luncheon in his L.S.T. in the bay. Delightful luncheon. Returned to office 2:30 p.m.
January 19, 1945 — Friday
In Tacloban. A gray, rainy day. I was informed today that we have already had 28 inches of rain in January. My work was interrupted… Read More »January 19, 1945 — Friday
January 14, 1945 — Sunday
In Tacloban. Attended 9 a.m Mass and then went to the office. Lunched with Captain Hunt, Lieutenant Klenn & Capt. Minas. Spent afternoon at home… Read More »January 14, 1945 — Sunday
January 13, 1945 — Saturday
In Tacloban. Spent day busy in the office. Had luncheon at the home of Lieutenant & Mrs. Quejado Philippine Constabulary. Attended buffet dinner in the… Read More »January 13, 1945 — Saturday
January 10, 1945 — Wednesday
In Tacloban, attending to official matters in the office.