The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry), [then Technical Sergeant] Otis D. Newton (ASN: 0-887483), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 9 July 1944, in France. First Lieutenant Newton acted with swiftness in organizing his men into defensive positions and pointing out targets to them. During this time he became constantly exposed to enemy fire. The enemy fought continuously and First Lieutenant Newton again exposed himself to murderous fire and went among the members of his platoon to effect greater effort. His unusual leadership and loyal devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry), [then Technical Sergeant] Otis D. Newton (ASN: 0-887483), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 9 August 1944, in France. First Lieutenant Newton manned an observation post during an enemy attack which came with the apparent intention of annihilation. Although subjected to intense enemy fire for three hours, he remained in his position and directed artillery and mortar fire upon the enemy. The gallant action of First Lieutenant Newton in remaining alone in his position to direct fire and his loyal devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces.