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Newspaper
Sheppard Field Texacts
Location
Sheppard Field, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1941
Page
3
Texacts Staff Writer outlines common inquiries from soldiers seeking flight training. Lieutenant Thompson lists steps for applications, required documents, differences between flying cadet and flying student, exam pass rates, post exam timelines, and alternative paths like navigation bombardier.
Six civilian employees at Sheppard Field post exchange were arrested last week for attempting to strike for higher wages. Military police held them 36 hours for investigation of possible subversive activity. Col. Black ordered their release after a warning and processing for records.
Bids for the Red Cross building at mid-field are closed with Whitehill Construction Co of Wichita Falls the lowest bidder. National Headquarters in Washington must approve the contract before construction. The colonial style structure measures 38 by 90 feet and will face G Street between Third and Fourth. until approval, Red Cross occupies building 839.
Pvt Charles W McQuinn of the 403d School Squadron recounts a Friday night prank in Barracks 375. His bunkmates stuffed him in a barracks bag with only his head exposed, hung him from a shower bag, and left him under a flood for 15 minutes before he freed himself.
Mrs. Pearl L. Bullock, longtime manager of post exchange number 1 at Pearl Harbor, retires. W. O. Alexander steps in as her successor.
Pvt. Arnold J. McDevitt a 401st School Squadron crewman and carpenter by trade was chosen from 75 applicants to play Santa at Pomeroy’s in Reading Pennsylvania. For six weeks each December he delivers Christmas cheer and aids needy families by collecting and distributing gifts and supplies through local supporters.
C. O. Hobson principal instructor Airplane Division was elected president of the Sheppard Field Faculty Club with about 600 charter members. Officers include James Cain as first vice president and J. F. Dressel second vice president, E. F. Warner third vice president, and L. N. Swanke secretary. The club plans a New Year’s Eve party at Weeks Park Golf Club and had arranged a Christmas party at the club house.
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