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Newspaper
Free Press
Location
Trumansburg, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1968
Page
2
Editorial emphasizes Labor Day's original meaning, praising the American worker and serviceman. It notes parades have faded to holiday getaways while labor and military efforts underpin the nation's wealth, safety, and progress through wars, depressions, and advances in the atomic and space ages.
Staff Sergeant Johnston Dunlop received the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars with one V device, and the Purple Heart posthumously at Seneca Army Depot. The awards cite gallantry on April 16, 1968 during a claymore mine ambush while leading a long range reconnaissance team in Vietnam. His mother accepted the medals from Col. Metzler as family and local friends attended.
A veteran writes of American aid in Korea and Vietnam, praising medics and food relief while noting dissenters. He mentions plans to travel again, thanks John Bramble, wishes luck, and urges participation in November elections to have a voice.
More than 2400 airmen, Marines and soldiers at Da Nang Air Base enroll in off duty courses. Most take USAFI and Extension Course Institute classes while over 140 pursue University of Maryland courses.
Community notice urges residents to enroll in an off duty education program to expand learning during free time. The flyer highlights flexible scheduling and accessible courses designed for working adults seeking skill development and personal growth.
Sunday worship times and transport from Elliot Acres and Lake Housing Areas to the Post Chapel are listed along with Friday Jewish services at Temple Beth El in Geneva and a Wednesday religious film at the service club. A clergyman’s quote about God’s concern frames a reflection on busyness and spirituality.
The Special Services led program serves over 200 dependent Joseph Venuti children with Frank Shields supervising a range of sports crafts swimming and Teen Club. Diane Pugh directs crafts at the beach and teen activities three times weekly while nature hikes and various games engage youths under 17 with free crafts at the beach.
The Depot Dispatch published by IT Publishing Corporation in New York serves Semeca Army Depot personnel. It targets both military and civilian readers with monthly notices and updates.
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