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Newspaper
Sikeston Herald
Location
Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1944
Page
8
The Propwash is written and edited by the Cadets of the 2561st AA F Base Unit, a unit of the Army Air Forces Central Training Command. All articles and remarks reflect cadet views and not necessarily those of the paper.
PROPWASH STAFF led by Major Phil Hughes with 45A defeated the State Police in two games 9-8 and 14-3 securing the city championship Friday night. Interclass 15A vs 45B ended with 45-A dominating 19-1 amid limited practice and tough conditions. The report notes strong hitting and key plays by Ralph Lees and Crowden, with lanes opening for multiple Cadet runs across innings.
Aviation Cadets share furloughs and tennis getaways in the Western training command. Jokes and rumors swirl about leadership, Cape Girardeau deals, and a disappearing act during a drill formation. Social activities include the Young Matron’s Club meeting at Sikeston USO with a birthday cake for Mrs Brewer.
Cadets of voting age may exercise the ballot in November elections. They must obtain a postal card from the War Department, fill it out, and mail to the home state Secretary of State. Ballots travel by air mail, and voting rooms are provided for secret marking. Ballots are mailed back by air mail to the home state.
Cadets of 45 A and 145 B celebrate 45 A’s departure to Greene Fields as a community dance bonds unit members. An Aviation Cadet leads a sing along while squadrons queue for bed check amid games of chance and a busy refreshment counter. Letters from buddies reveal the grind of Army life and KP duty.
Mrs G C Baker Jr, recently treated at Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, is expected to be released next week. Mr Baker traveled to Memphis today for a visit through the week. Harole L Lane of St Louis and Mrs Lane join a 10 day visit with Mrs Lane's parents Mr and Mrs W Kirk in town.
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