Paper looking for photos of missing Veterans; seeks information on two Vets
June 23, 2026
The Wayne County News is looking for some assistance to complete its
America 250 Section publishing on June 2.
America 250 Section publishing on June 2.
While putting together the Veteran's Spread that is the main part of
the section, it was discovered that some photos that were known to be
brought in were either not scanned in properly or were lost in the
computers.
the section, it was discovered that some photos that were known to be
brought in were either not scanned in properly or were lost in the
computers.
"This is a simple mistake that can easily be corrected with help from
the public," said Publisher Paul Keane. "Sometimes, files get
corrupted or accidentally deleted, and we apologize for this
inconvenience.
the public," said Publisher Paul Keane. "Sometimes, files get
corrupted or accidentally deleted, and we apologize for this
inconvenience.
"If the family members or Veterans themselves will reach out and
provide us with a photo, we will be more than happy to scan it in and
make sure it does not get 'eaten' again."
provide us with a photo, we will be more than happy to scan it in and
make sure it does not get 'eaten' again."
Photos of Veterans needed are as follows: James R. Davis, T.J. Pitts,
Paul Shoemaker and Jerry W. Taylor
Paul Shoemaker and Jerry W. Taylor
In addition, Keane is asking for a little more information on Edward
Foster.
Foster.
The search for the unknown Veteran is also continuing. There was no name
attached to the information that was submitted. The handwritten
information — which is being updated and corrected here — states:
attached to the information that was submitted. The handwritten
information — which is being updated and corrected here — states:
"Dates 10/43-02/46. Rank-Corporal. Military Speciality Truck Driver.
Offenses: Okinawa, Ryuku Islands,, Occupation of China. Medals Good
Conduct, Honorable Service Lapel Pin."
Offenses: Okinawa, Ryuku Islands,, Occupation of China. Medals Good
Conduct, Honorable Service Lapel Pin."
Keane said he hopes that someone will come forward and provide the name
of the Veteran.
of the Veteran.
"We don't want to miss the chance to recognize this Veteran," he
said. "Unfortunately, if we can't get the name, we can't run the
information."
said. "Unfortunately, if we can't get the name, we can't run the
information."
Photos and information can be dropped off at 716 South St., by calling
601-735-4341 or emailing Keane at news@thewaynecountynews.com. The
office will be closed Friday and Saturday, but will be open Sunday.
601-735-4341 or emailing Keane at news@thewaynecountynews.com. The
office will be closed Friday and Saturday, but will be open Sunday.
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