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Show Army Surgeon's Heroism Appreciated. General Smith has recommended Surgeon HeiDz of the medical department depart-ment of the amry for a medal of honor as a reward for heroism at the battle of Ganda river, island of Samar. Heinz fought as long as he was able, while shot through -both arms and with a bad bolo slash in the back. After recovering from a fainting spell with both arms in a sling, Heinz directed di-rected the work of carrying- the wounded until they arrived at Calaba-log. Calaba-log. Colonel Calhoun recommend Heinz for a certificate of merit, which was approved, but General Smith thinks the man's heroism is worthy of a medal. |