World War II Collection of Arlington, Texas - 20 Matching Results

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[Certificate for Completing Air Liaison School]

Description: Certificate awarded to Justin L. Bible. It reads: "This Certificate is awarded to Corporal J. L. Bible, A. C., USA for having satisfactorily completed the Air Liaison course of instruction in Air Liaison School. Amphibious Training Command, U. S. Pacific Fleet. 28th day of April, 1944."
Date: April 28, 1944
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum

[Leave Pass]

Description: A pass allowing Jesse J. Boyd to visit surrounding cities while off duty. It reads: "A member of the organization shown above has permission to visit Monterey, Pacific Grove, Carmel, and/or Salinas between Retreat and Reveille daily when off duty, and from Retreat Saturday to Reveille Monday, when off duty." It is signed by Boy and his commanding officer, Captain W. H. Garner.
Date: 1944
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum

[Letter from Beal S. Powell to Lena Lawson, November 19, 1944]

Description: Letter from Beal S. Powell to Lena Lawson, discussing his distaste for the army. Powell suggests that is it better to voluntarily enlist into the military rather than waiting to be drafted. Powell also discusses his discontent for the current political climate in Texas and the recent election.
Date: November 19, 1944
Creator: Powell, Beal S.
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum

[Letter from Beal S. Powell to Lena Lawson, November 28, 1944]

Description: Letter from Beal S. Powell to Lena Lawson, discusses that he is leaving New Guinea and is not on a fighting ship. Powell is homesick and talks of wanting fresh meat and eggs as opposed to the heavily processed food he has to eat. Powell also shows his discontent for the 4F and wonders if they will be caught.
Date: November 28, 1944
Creator: Powell, Beal S.
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum

[Photograph of Carl Rainone and His Dogs]

Description: Photograph of Carl Rainone in front of the Midway Inn sign with his dogs on either side of him. The dog on the left is Christy the collie and on the right is an Irish Setter. Rainone is in uniform and is crouched down. The text on the back reads, "Private 1st class Carl Rainone bombardier navigator circa 1944 with Christy Collie and Irish Setter at the Midway Inn Arlington, Texas."
Date: 1944
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum

[Photograph of Jack and Jacquline Alexander]

Description: Photograph of Jack and Jacquline in front of a house. Jack is wearing his military uniform and Jacquline is a baby. Text on the back reads, "Easter Sunday, April '44, Jack & Jacquline." Included text reads, Jack Alexander 1922-1975, Turret Gunner, Army Air Force."
Date: April 1944
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum

[Postcard from Grace Schiverea to Lt. Roy E. Johnson, August 1944]

Description: Postcard written to Lieutenant Roy E. Johnson from Grace Schiverea, that says: "Hi, Lt. -- Roy - the navy was never like this!!! It sure is a wonderful life - sleeping, swimming & sunning. - Time is going much too quickly. - will see you, on the 25th. (Note "Air Corp" insignia on the front of card - Ahem!!!) Grace." The front of the postcard contains an illustration of a military airplane flying over an ocean at night. The moon is visible in a cloudy sky above the plane and the Air Corps … more
Date: August 1944
Creator: Schiverea, Grace
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum

[Service Records]

Description: Document containing information pertaining to Justin L. Bible's service record, including his name, rank, ASN, marital status, home address, name and address of his nearest relative, and a person to notify in case of emergency.
Date: May 25, 1944
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Partner: Arlington Historical Society’s Fielder House Museum
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