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Newspaper
Sheppard Field Texacts
Location
Sheppard Field, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1944
Page
8
News for TEXACTS available through Public Relations Office at Sheppard Field Building 843 Pierson Texas. Submit general news by noon Wednesday and Squadron Squibs by 4 p m Monday. CNS material credited and republication requires CNS permission.
The piece calls for renewed dedication to American ideals and urges citizens to buy more War Bonds. It recalls Concord, Valley Forge, Saratoga, and Yorktown and links them to battles on Tarawa Saipan and Italian fronts, framing Tuesday as a day to rededicate and support troops.
Actor Brian Aherne impressed soldiers at Sheppard Field with his frank charm and interest in base activities. He accepted a Fifth War Loan Drive appearance despite other demands and hopes to visit front-line troops overseas. His visit follows a pattern of Hollywood stars aiding war effort through USO and tours.
The Treasury Department promotes a new GI War Bona as a safe investment for tomorrow's victory. Soldiers can apply through their organization for a payroll deduction of 7.50 dollars, with the bond maturing at 10 dollars. The plan costs 1.80 dollars per week toward the Fifth War Loan. Act today.
A military bulletin urges personnel to know War Department Circular 205 24 May 1944 and avoid misconduct that could cost pension or pay. It notes IG criticism for lack of courtesy, salute failures, and noncontact with seniors, and calls for a photo studio and praise for Loan Stars aiding the Fifth War Loan Drive in North Texas.
First Sgt Robert Green shared stories at the NCO Club about a New York furlough. The tale shifts to S Sgt Russell Tanner, a popular singer at Sheppard Field, who collided with an officer while saluting on a bicycle after the car passed. Major Dillman triggered the mishap as Tanner flew over the handlebars in a comical clash of discipline and physics.
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