Squadron A Welcomes Lt. Frederick Bohan in Changes
Lt. Frederick Bohan arrives to replace Lt. Jimmy Payne in Squadron A as overseas service reshuffles staffing. S/Sgt. Gene Ogle notes a lively, lighthearted mood after his outing stories, while Staff Sergeant Parker departs for San Marcos with helicopter and liaison units reassigned to that base. Chaplain Haskins offers a bite of humor with a definition about cynics and liberals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squadron A
Frederick
Chopin) Bohan
Jimmy Payne
Gene Ogle
Parker
San Marcos
Chaplain Haskins
Squadron News Notes From Fort Worth Post
Military unit update from Fort Worth posts detailing returns from furloughs and new assignments. Mentions Corporal Delk Whisenhunt Mathis Wetbrook and Reed family ties, baseball and softball team developments, night and day-room changes, and upcoming separations including M Sgt Floyd Henry and Jack Kerr. Includes jokes and casual banter about rail strikes and local hospital recuperation.
Squadron Returns with New First Sergeant In The Ranks
After a two week absence the Squadron column resumes. Our new first sergeant known as the little zebra is reported to have spent seventeen days in Oklahoma. Walker returns and Staff Sergeant James shifts back to his former role. Pete Olivia and his shipping crew have moved ex-day room proprietor Joe Novogradic onto a train home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Cavitt
Post
Billie Brown
Fort Worth
Connie
Oklahoma
Walker
James
Joe Novogradic
Day Room
Pete Olivia
Havng
Squadron
Post Office
T P.O
Corpor
Thomas J. Dunlap
Raymo
Abel
Leo Elwell
Cy Bkicher
Bob Lo
Bill Willoughby
Corp Ray Tribe
Larry Ray
William Dunsw
C.O
John Rape
Amarillo
Rape
Phillipines
Sheppard FI
N.C.O
Atlas
Corp Swoyer
Deadline Change for Squadron Squibs and TEXACTS Columns
Editor announces new deadline of Monday noon for Squadron Squibs and TEXACTS columns. Staff cooperation requested for typewritten double-spaced copies on one side of the page only.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texacts
Military squadron weekly notes highlight limited activity
The week saw little news as several permanent party members faced transport issues to a rifle range for refresher drills. In inter squadron sports, R-3 beat R-5 27 11 in basketball, then defeated R-4 30 18, while R-15 routed R-14 26 6 in softball.
Dance at the club features Stardust and Mop Mop requests
The 7 30 p m club dance opens with a semi classical number praised by all. The band performs Stardust with an electric guitar solo followed by Honeysuckle Rose. Intermission offers refreshments and a floor show begins with Mop Mop requests. Dippy Majors delivers Saturday Night When I Came Home to thunderous applause. Bob Fleming jokes as Old-Timer. Bill Hodges sings Just Want Some of That Meat with an encore.
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Song
Lance
Bob Fleming
Bill Hodges
Dance Show Delights Club Audience with Star Performers
The night featured a lively routine set to The Sheik of Arabia by Tony De Marconi and Jimmy Fair delivering superb drum ensemble. Emcee Jimmy Fair added charm with familiar quips. Elizabeth Fair wowed the crowd singing Somebody Loves Me and I Stay in the Mood for You, drawing enthusiastic encores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tony de Marconi
Jimmy Fair
Elizabeth Fair
Bobcats domination and leadership changes at Lowry Field
Squadron I loses C O J W Quirk to Squadron A 11 as Capt P B De Coursey takes over. Bobcats again defeat I squadron 10 3 in a May 27 ball game while softball leads the field league. Promotions, awards, and training updates fill the week with entertainment planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Quirk
C.O
Paul B. de Coursey
Quirk
Arison
Bobcats
Walker
Cherrye
Lowry Field
Squadron I
W. G. Moore
Moore
Navy
Ocs
Arthur Klien
Pvt
Harvey Page
Squadron E Plans Picnic At Medicine Park June 9
The committee reports good progress with arrangements for the squadron picnic on June 9. Captain Ewing leads the group proposing Medicine Park Oklahoma as the site with picnic refreshments and a full sports program. Feminine guests will be invited by several squadron members.
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Ewing
Medicine Park
Okla
Army Stars and Stripes in Rome Ends Publication
The Mediterranean Stars and Stripes newspaper in Rome will cease operations after nearly four years. The suspension cuts about 16 staff from 53, as redeployment reduces replacements. formerly seven daily editions with a 3000 circulation, now 26000.
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Rome
CNS
Stars and Stripes Medicanean
Army
War Department
Stars and Stripes
Charro Days Fiesta in Brownsville Runs February to March 3
Brownsville, Texas, hosts the Charro Days Fiesta from February into March 3, featuring cross border celebrations and local cultural events showcasing mariachi performances, parades, and traditional foods.
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Brownsville
Texas
Texas Seedmen Plan 11000 Acre Planting in 1946
Texas seedmen announce plans to plant 11 000 acres of certified seed in 1946, aiming to boost crop quality and yields. The initiative reflects renewed agricultural effort across the state with support from local growers and industry groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Texans Lead First Allied Landing Into Continental Europe
The first Allied troops to land in Continental Europe during World War II were from the all Texas 3 Division led by prominent units.
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Europe
All Texas 3 Division
Also Mentioned on This Page
Denzil V. White
Cpl
Bob Harrold
E. V. Dickson
Delk
241
Whisenhunt
Davis
Mathis
Wetbrook
Reed
Joe
Kansas City Baseball Club
George
Moxely
Dick Wolfe
Cavitt
C.Q
Floyd B. Henry
New Mexico
Jack Kerr
Jack
Sellers
Corporal Cooper
B. W. Tarwater
R-15
Leonard Peterson
Arthur Bailey
Phil Tolomeo
James E. Ewing, SR
Charles E. Howard
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