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.0Un'FortCAPT. C. GULBRANSON, USNCommanding OfficerPierce, FloridaCOMDfi.J. G.FARHSWDRTH, USERExecutive Officer
UNITED STATES ATLANTIC FLEETAMPHIBIOUS FORCEU. S. NAVAL ADPHIBIOUS TRAINING BASEFORT PIERCE, ELORIDA"xTHE STORY OF DR. NASSELL, By James Hil—ton, is the story about Comdr. CorydonWassell, USNR, the doctor from ArkansasCOMMANDING OFFICERCapt. C. Gulbranson, U. 5. NavyEXECUTIVE OFFICERComdr. J. G. Farnsworth, USNRwho tended the wounded from the Hustonand the Marblehead in Java and later gotthe more serious cases out safely to Australia.DEATH TAKES A BOW, by Francis and Rich-EDITORIAL ADVISOR, Lt. c. H. SchooleyEDITOR, Lt. (j.g.) Walter F. HealyardIARTIST, Rolf Holm, PhM3/cMANAGER, Howard L. McVitty, Cox.MUSIC EDITOR, Don Farley, RM3/cINEWS REPRESENTATIVESBen Pope, CSp.J. E. Jackson, CSp.Gordon B. Dyer, Fl/cPFC Richard F. Mahoney, USAThe MOCK UP is printed weekly in theinterest of the personnel of the USNATB,Fort Pierce, Florida, and will welcomeall contributions from members of thisbase.‘(.V. " .".".1\ACOAST GUARD LIBRARYAVAILABLE TO SERVICEMENDue to the efforts of the citizens ofFort Pierce, the Coast Guard has an excellent library at the Fort Pierce Hotelestablished under the supervision of Mrs.L. W. Halbe. A wide variety of books, including numerous technical books whichhave a direct bearing n the naval service, are available. his is a servicemens' library and all in the armed forcesare invited to take advantage of the fa cilities. All are urged to return borrowed books as soon as they are finished.reading them.aaesseA BOND IS THE BEST BUYassess‘N.Lockridge. Jerry North, publisher,survives the terrific ordeal of introducing his prize author, Victor Leeds Sproulto a New York lecture audience only tofind that the man of letters has been murdered during the introduction.VISIBILITY UNLIMITED, by Ernest G.ter, presents in full detail related sub»jects of meteorology and navigation withVet—.'such practical simplicity and clearnessthat it can be understood by any reader.WE THOUGHT WE HEARD THE ANGELS SING,by Lt. James C. Whittaker, co pilot ofthe Rickenbacker plane, relates the complete, epic story of the ordeal and rescue of the Rickenbacker party.NO LIFE FOR A LADY by Angen MorletCleaveland. Dlere is a picture of one ofthe great ages in America, told withcharm, humor and sturdy dignity. Wellworth reading.MB. CHURCHILL, by Philip Guedalia,tellsof the life and works of Winston Church—ill, one of the most beloved leaders ofthe English people.DESIGNATION CHUNGKING, by Han Suyin.Here is the autobiography of a Chinesegirl, still in her twenties, which tellsof her youth, romance and her activeshare in the unfinished war in China.CHICKEN EVERY SUNDAY, by Rosemary Tay—lor. Life as the author saw it in a Tucson boarding house, and lots of it, with’gold-strikers, retired yodeller,ing ladies, and other curios.man kill»
AMERICAN MUSICPLAYS PROMINENTROLE IN WARTIMEI didn't have tocon centrate long on chaos»ing a topic for this issue of MOCK UP. Iwould like to say something about Americomposers.And to head my list, I have chosen Geo.M. Cohan who has given Americans some ofthe best in light music and songs. Hiscatchy tunes are sentimental and gay withlyrics to match., Mostly everyone knowsthe story of how most of these songs werecas ownsongs of an era pastbut new generations will constantly re vive them, sing and dance to them.I should say Stephen Foster upholds traditions of the South through his immortaland haunting melodies of this land heloved. ”Swanee River", "Jeannie" andothers have withstood the test of time.Listen to the Hall Johnston Choir some time and you will picture yourself on theveranda of a southern mansion, cypresswritten.Theywerebowing gently to the soft winds,golden moon casting silhouettes acrossthe plantation. The South captured intreessong,WestAtAtAtAtWatch foral2.1000.0915.0830CATHOLICCamp No. 2Casino, 5 and 00.1100.1100-0800-1100.0800 and l000-PresbyterianBaptist.ascolumnist next week:By Don Farley, RM3/cAFORT PIERCE CHURCHES.E@i5C0Pa1Christian.-------.".Parkview FirstHowguestCamp No.Camp No.aBaptistCATHOLIC'-St. Anastasia.and 2000and 1730and 2000and 2000and 1100and 1930.‘ChurchJEWISHat 2000 in MethodistSt. and Orange Ave.FridayAnnex, 7thServicesChurch of Jesus Christ serviceat 1A00 in Women's Club, No.day*“”””*onSan-2ndSt.WORLD'S SMAILEST NEWSPAPERYou bet America has her music and inmy opinion it is her biggest moralebooster. American songs have carried mento victory before and they will do it a—gain.PHOTESTANT'only our cowboyspppular they:werewith the inimitable Will Rogers. Take alook at the followers of Autry, Britt,and Rogers. There won't be a few.Popular song writers of the day areoverflowing Americas younger generationwith lilting tunes, some wild and somesweet but enough to satisfy all. "Star—dust" and "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes" willalways live despite constant repetitions.But America is classical also with RoyHarris and George Gershwin sharing highhonors for magnificent contributions.Songs of thesing them.CAUSEWAY ISLAND SERVICES.-canCHURCHES';;Joseph Fowles, CHM, receives copiesofthe World's Smallest newspaper, "The Try—on Daily Bulletin," printed in his hometown, Tryon, N.C. Each copy is eight byfive inches and its eight pages carry awealth of home town news events.0
GJ\E"T CUeonsPLEDGEWELCOMEMALLJHflMTH"When we work, we work hard; when weplay, we play hard; and when the timeFortuneInfortuna:FortiUno*throughfor us to fight,will fight hard‘; Through storms,calms,United we are as one;are the words of Major Lionel F. Smith,Commanding Officer, of the 57th Engineer ‘pon these emits we base our deeds,Until the task is done.Combat Battalion, newly arrived at theATE, and signifies the spirit and attiGhosts of Argonnet. Mihiel,tude of his entire Battalion.Postof glowing, glorious fame,Efficient, forceful, and highly resArise and see! we march anew,pected by officers and enlisted men ofhis organization, Major Smith has been in- U. S. 5?th, to fight and win again!command since Feb. 23, 1945. Prior toWith God, with truth, with notion,his assumption of command, the Major,With those, we'll know no fears,ierved as Company Commander oflcompony"A", in the rank of Captain, from Nov. 3, Fortuna Infortunn Forti Una1942 to Jan. 13, 1945. Promoted to Major Forward! Yd 37th Engineers.on Feb. 16, 1945, he sorvcd.os 8-3 of the*Motto—— 37th Engrs.Johnson57th Engineer Combat Regiment until Feb.23rd, when tho rogimont;wns divided; atwhich time, the Major was placed in comaUhilo in command of the 37th Engineermend of the 1st Battalion, later redesig- Combat Battalion, the organization has wonnoted the 37th Engineer Combat Battalion. many oommondotions for its services our»Born in Athens, Ala., the Major attondxlformed. Mainly for its flood control andschools there, and later Alabama Polytoc— evacuation work, also for its bridge pronic Institute (Auburn), where he wasjects done for the United States Forestactive for four years in the ROTC. InService. While at its forre: station, thecivilian life, the Major wns occupied as unit was greatly praised Tor their ongin—a civil ond'sgricultural engineer.coring feat of construction a difficultOn July 6, 1935, the Major was married dam.to Lois Rhea. Mrs. Smith at the presentThe Major, & great fishing cnthusiast,is residing in Fort Pierce.and short wave radio fun, should find thisThe Major accepted appointment as avicinity a veritable paradisc for the forSeoond Lieutenant in the Officers Reserve nor, if he can find time from his 24-hourCorps on May 15, 1953; and served on ac- duties. **-73*tive duty for periods in '33, '37 and '38.57th Engineers EntertaincdPromoted to lst Lieutenant on July 3,By 5th Beach Battalion1941, the Mojor went on extended activeThe 37thare more than approduty Aug. 1, 19dl, and served for a perioat Camp Forrest, Tenn. On June 17, 1942, ciative for the get-together program inhe was promoted to Captain. Five months their honor Thursday evening at the Indianlater found him assigned to the 57th En» Hills Country Club. The former were hoststo the Engineers on the occasion and agineor Combat Regiment.pleasant evening of refreshments and musicBONDSMilestones to Victorywas enjoyed.comes—-—.-.Engineers ——.-—.—.-
C“-"3TO COKDJCTUou“TB‘. }“ .:{ Biiifi) Ci‘-.L 1’!-"I013Officers from ovory USHATB nofiivity metin the burston BUQ this week and plans werewutlinod for the greatest War Bond Cflmn,aign yet at this Base. Comdr. J. C.Pornsworth, Executive Officer, served aschairman and outlined the profiram afterwhich Lt. Jack Sawyer, War Bond 0ffiocr.fiw7th Naval District, explained the purchase'plan so knot the officers in fiunn mightconvoy tho information to the men undertheir commands. Lt. Bruce A. Nnod, BaseWhr 30nd Officer, urged all to join in therally and get results.DARE fiUSQUlTOEvery man on the base is urged to do his,bit by signing the allotment glam in theDarn mosquito every where,p .:.rc}mse 01' one or tn.-.;-re 1s)()4‘LLC]L!§.:, 1:: :1: acDarn mosquito in my hair,tivity will compete for tho Boat §“011H“ 1 Darn F13; {to on my face,g. andWa special uworo Jill he u qotod}i” ‘!; :: .':‘r., ;5}‘-.r .‘: . :.4':.r::;';;p1nc:33to one activity showing tho smut ronults. lull: to G%wL1bo1' C omm ”on run?’“'1 {IO CPJ 1poign will be held August 9 to5;; dis place is best in laud,lé. in oonnocfiion with tho cmwpoiju,Where do tropics Shana begin,Cont. flulbronson said:11' 0Whore Pore blow fino tradeEaval Activities of tho SeventhIn do riotvr ohesa rnxmgN rm; ulntrfct, in common with othar dis- : Gotta Lfigga Oranyu farm.tr? to fihroughout tho Nation, are makingHe no toll what in do summer,Whole darn place is on do humor.«rwaign to enroll all hands in the War“chase Allotment Plan from Augusta*I1 through the 15th."M\"}SQ1iT.T») N§JISé.}JCE"The cooperation a? this baso is antiWILL BE LIQUIUATEDcipated and it is my wish that every manEvery effort is being made to combat theOur drive willon duty More will enroll.menace about Fort Piorco and esbe hold from August 9 through 14; however,on the Island, Capt. C. GulbranvA1“ ullowmont plan mode in the mofintimcson annouuooo with a comprehensive pro5ramwill *0 oreditad to this owtoaign."way to liquidate ho pests. Sund"All activities in this district aretoo, will be diminished as thecompeiing for highest honors in the drive.‘!f1ies,work hrogresses.With a little effort and sacrifice by eachComdr. Omar J. Br wn (MC) USN, insectJof us, I fool that this base will loadlconfirol spociali S J.u of the Navy Dept.,the list."a survey of the physical aspects of193, Planes, Guns and all other im {madethe Island tcrrian and conferred withpl meats of war are needed to keep ourCondr. Eli Rubens (MC) USER, andfig} ng forces on the march to victory. *(lo.n'}r'. '-. ’.' L. Siz‘;11:, 1‘- ch (MC) l,;.‘:?-§ iL{,BaseLet's do double duty and.§§§:Whr Bonds."Considerablemedical Officers.progress —*has been node in their plans to reducenuisaroe.In order to make purchased of toothpasteThe City of Ft. Pierce is working withand shaving cream in the future it will heoioal authorities on she project.thenopossary for the men to turn in their The USNAEJ is furnishing the manpower andenp%g'tubos. All ship's service unitshave been instructed to sell these-itemscivil authorities are providing twomen in this work.only when tubes are presented.1I,-aiv-21"!r .' w1f\0,themyloxporioncodII
ADDRESSES KIWANIANSPhillip Johnson, USNATB Chaplain,recently addressed the Fort Pierce Kiwanis-Lt.!Clubatameeting heldluncheonat the{Episcopal Parish House. Lt. Johnson, who was introduced by Lt. C. H. Schooley, ZonePublic Relations Officer, dwealt on hisviews of Russia from his observations durICHADLES BREILING Mme UPDUTIES AS DIRECTOR or USOCharles Breiling, who led the campaignfor the organization of a USO here ayear ago, is now acting director of theingvisit.a9:-nii1I!\I\)t\'-l\'—IrCOLORED USO CLUB OPENEDColored servicemen now have their ownUSO Club which is located at 1208 AvenueD. S. D. Thom is in charge of this newunit, Zhth of the Colored USO Clubs. An2entertaining program was held at dedication exercises recently.‘km “*4: :5‘Fort Pierce Club and Bernard D. Tierney,NEW ADDITION TO DISPENSARYNCCS representative, will continue inA new addition to the USNATB dispensaryhis present capacity.on the Island will be a reality soon asF. Marion Rust, who for the past fourwork has started on the concrete founda—months has been the YMCA representativeand director of the USO, has been called tions, the project when completed to costto Atlanta, Ga., for special work and has 26,000. The addition will provide accom-Aodations for 25 beds, thus doubling thealready assumed his new duties.bed capacity for the dispensary. PatrickMr. Rust left with the best wishes ofthe USNATB servicemen for during his stay Mccarl of Miami is the contractor.here his work was highly commendable, acPRIZE MONEY FOR DRIVERScording to members of the USO Committee.eeeeaeeeaeCapt. Gulbranson has announced that allauthorized drivers of Navy vehicles at theUSO ACTIV.TIESShowers, towels and soap——the makings USNATB who maintain a "no reportable recof a refreshing bath in this warm season- .ord" for a period of 90 days from July lstwill be awarded a prize of 5 to be paid —are available to all at the USO.Many other facilities are provided in- from the Welfare-Fund. Drivers with aperfect record for six months shall recluding reading and wricing material,ceive 10 for their efficient operation.games, ping pong and pool tables, piano-:e:—e:—v.:-:9and phonograph and the popular snack barFALL FATAL TO SEAMANwhere refreshments are served.Herman L. Davis, Sl/c, Coast GuardsmenEach week the U.S. Army Orientation Department supplies maps delineating points attached to the Captain of the Port unitof activity and information of interesthere, was fatally injured Tuesday morningin a fall from the rear of a moving truck.to all servicemen. These are posted inDavis was returning from a beach patrol.the USO hall.He died within an hour. His home hadDances will be held at Legion Hall asusual each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday been in winter Beach, Fla,evenings. USO girls serve as hostesses-3H1-33%?‘-35at these affairs.a)Aw \/ \r. .« .
8ndtr.ALGER wensCamp #2opal Belcher Griffis of Fort Pierceon Sunday became the bride of 2nd Lt.Morton G. Alger, USA; at a ceremony heldat the Englur plantation on South IndianRiver Drive. Chaplain Phillip Johnson,‘USNR, performed the ritual. Among thosepresent were a large number of Army andNavy officers and their escorts. The‘bridegroom, whose home is in Chicago, isin command of the 295th Signal Detachmentat the USNATB.eMrs.(Con‘t)sn5,’o,is r'elnt-2.-d to thePilsudski,famous Polish General of the same name.Yea, he's from Poland, via Chicago. Another notable in Camp # comes from PortoRico. His name is Victor Corchndo andhe's bantamweight champ of the Island.If you don't think Porto Ricnns arescrnppers, ask any chief who’s had libertyat San Juan. Vic is a good sailor andhopes to stay in the Navy after the war.‘-*.-Sth BEACH BATTALION NOTESTWO WEDDINGS HELDSt.'Anastasia Churchwasthesceneofweddings recently. Miss Margaret M.Nerney of New York City and Sgt. WilliamA. Keel, USA, were united in wedlock byChaplain W. J. Spinney, Saturday afternmn.Miss Kathleen McCullough of New York Citytwoand PFC RichardPersonalitiesMahoney,USA, of the USN-The Platoons are going to have to getup early and stay up late to beat A-5combination of the SU football ace and"Seaweed Sam”.Nickname of Beach Party Schco1:'College of Beachhead Knowledge.""Conger‘sthe attendants.J. Boland,MoM2qAs soon as we acquire a rolling walkthat of Lt. Bryant, the genial Com—A.FrancesMisslikehisbridefortookRayof Cnmpany A, we'll know we'remsndorconof Baltimore, Md., Chaplain SpinneyHe served for ten yearssailors.isrealhomeBcland'sducting the ceremony.Marine Service.MerchantinthePa.in Pittsburg,Army Detachment, wereSaturday morning RobertATB—*'.TAX EXPERT COMING HERETO ASSIST SERVICEMEHThe "Silent One", J. Whrd, was heardmaking a cracker barrel speech to hisenchanted shipnntes the other night whileJ. Denham Bird, deputy collector for the waiting for liberty cords. Boy, how thatU.-S. Treasury Dept., will be here August sailor could count cadence with that wasted energy.25 to 26 to assist officers and men ofthe USNATB with their income tax problemsAn orchid to the men of "B" compeny'Mhoit was announced by Comdr. John G. Fernsreturned to the Base Sunday noon after aworth, Executive Officer. He will alsoaid’any who wish help in making out their maneuver with smiles on their faces.*forms for filing in September.Mr. Bird will be located at the IslandTO N.KE RATION BOOKSPost Office on August 23 to 25 and onAVAILABLE TO TROOPSAugust 26 he will be available at theFort Pierce Hotel. *.Whshingtcn: The OPA has announced plansfor making the new Ration Bock No.5 availCAMP #2 PERS ONALITIESable to all members-of American and Alliedhas a first name, noIf Sanchez,armed forces who need them.one except BuPers ever found out about it,Special application blanks Will be dis?with.the possible exception of a bright tributed by commanding officers and applications will be mailed to a central officeeyed Latin living in Miami who met himwhen he used to sing and dance with Xavnn' in Chicago, .Inmctes of Joliet (Illinois)Jugat, and who just can't wnit'till sheprison will do the clerical processing ofsees him, according to Sanchez.the applications.‘‘§l/c,'
Z// \MPHIBIOUS //QMPHIIBOLOGY"P1G‘1SC (3.C\1’1't C1‘ , hDI‘. 9‘ ," ?‘»le.“.deL1 Boat Do 3rguL1look atBot. .‘.f‘oru, as no :,1'.'m.»*a1 n.-].y patted1Iswain\\his ;‘;ir1’e s}1oufJ.:ie;".- “Honest. I ain'tfot :1 girl in every port. I ain't beenin e‘701‘3;' },. f‘I"'L'-e"wmgarthe-gmokg E.] asSeg 1;}-11e1'1 trvinright side of life?‘Jto‘Musso had a few hits, no runs, 0. lot oferrors. At the crucial time he struck out."Do I feel terrible this :1o1'r1i z1g," moan only carpenters hm.-9 the right to be Chised P3.-‘C 12131:.-zioy. "I got up tc .lr-:1 on theelem,wrozigsido of the first scrgozwzii:-."Its hard to keep .11 good ship down. ConSolootee: "-"i’.'-:c;,r can't 1193.’; no i‘ig;ht;."Sider the ]\Eo1 I‘,1a1] dig,Dr.- ,.[‘t Z‘.-oard CJ1"j‘i.ccr: A"L:‘.-.;'bo not, buttlmglr cot: t:,\3:v.-is ;;c:u1.'rho1'o the fi , ';.‘-;;1'.“:';g isSimplicity, like evvex-ythjng else, is 1-31.and you can use J0“? "Hm Juflé-:0?:1 —‘-mu"ntive. Th.i11k of the new and "simplified"income to}: blozalts.Drill Sgt. to Rookie: "Ripe that opinion off‘ your face."Life is not at: short but that there is7‘always.Have you hen? the one about the man whotook ‘a joh at the rxmrg Yard in search ofa blood vessel? He hunted in vein.C1arm "I ‘toldhim he mu::n‘tsee 1716"more.did So:;:I.1y do?"Clara: "7162 turned the lights out."Ziary: "’fIho.t.I-blood done).--Lstar was melt ing"Don'ttaketion to E. Red Cross station.it all," he cautioned the doctor." "Remembar, I got to give 10 ‘,7. to my agent."A:1Guard: "IL-alt. ‘siho goes there?""A1-"I, 7011 '\.’.TUu1dI1"t 1-’.1'1OTT H00 IROt‘:3‘1'.iG:-just got"Sir;here:)OiI'ltC1'I""I‘;nph.1'-01" ‘C0You lookmorelikean319-"a1, n -be1y?"'"Won 80 bucks lastWestproudIrish set-Saturday,"wasthe5- n gwgr,JUST LINESdon't blusterDon't dream and don't shirk;Don!-1; thin, of your troublesJust thin}; of your work,your troubles will wmnishYour Wm]; m 11 be done;110 man sees his sh.r;,dowYJ}n:a faces the sun.i.Don't,The Kaiser was deeplyhworricd at theof‘ Clmteau Thiorry that reached loinHe rushed into Gen. Ludendu-i‘I"s htqsahkecl in an-cro1'riud voice, "Have yourea ".dope an the Nestorri 1*‘ront?"onyansvr"Only your son, the Crowncred the General.Prince,,''sosee you're in the Army,"gcgnt, "Dory; much shootingson, Ig3; j d fihg oldnewsWhat is Benito doing withtime on his hands?H011}/vrood''WeJ.1,‘today."P11 have you kncm' I'mcourtesy’.---Emerson.mo cmzxom WITIIER.Boy—-—And now, Doctor, that I've {told youI am going to marry Anne, the1'c'q some-.’any thing I vm11t to get off‘ my chest.Doctcn‘-—Y:.:u just tell me about it, my boy.Boy--A to'tt.oeed heart with the name Mabel:on it.S9.i3 or's let‘-ser to his bride:"Come dam-n1 next Sunday if‘ you can" anshort of c::s:}‘1, so bL“iT'1{‘, C310-"P.Sc.--"Ii‘ you c:m't cone sondmie 13-"Fromtime forg;rur1b1e ,.P.S. Did you 1212143 outpurchase Wei" Bonds?much idlean*--*'allotmentto
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