Thursday. November 12. 1942
Pag« Thrée
—
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spired by the Tent City shower*
Eugene Officers Club
Gift of Dallas Matron
and is planning the second in that
Will Open on Saturday
series . . . the Field Artillery band,
Special Service
Special RateH
which plays jive and jam Friday
nights at Club 2, rehearsed all
By Adele Adair
Erg n s late t c'.' ring to th"
week more serious stuff—for their
armed forces- an officers service
club—will be opened Saturday night
4.
w«ek of November brought the spotlight of the Armistice Day concert yesterday
.
.
.
Capt.
Ruth,
Special
Serfices
of
according to word received by Col.
social swirl on the two post Service Clubs as places where
ficer has been purchasing rhumba
Gordon H McCov from Col C. I.
t e enlisted men congregate to dance, write, find recreation and conga records for Pvt. Leonard
Sampson, R.O.T.C. head at the
"i i taxation in some less vigorous sport or generally sit down Green’s Latin-American dancing
University of Origin.
a while to rest after a days’ work and chat with their buddies. classes which started Tuesday
The club rooms are located in
e Eugene hotel and are complete
Highlighting last week’s activities, although the entire night.
Trip the Light Fantastic
ly equipped for the convenience of
week brought lots of new activity at the clubs, were the regu
Last Wednesday night, when we
visiting officers. ,M< mbership cards
lar Friday night dances. Otherwise, there has been ping pong,
may be obtained at the desk. Sat
were putting the “Sentry” to bed
darts, cards, checkers, etc., and other signs of business and and tucking in those last minute
urday evening prominent Eugene
relaxation that indicate that the men stationed at Camp “musts,” Mrs. Blodgett was sound
civic ar.d social leaders will be on
hand to meet visitors and introduce
Adair are beginning to realize the place the Service Clubs can ing the S.O.S. for more men for
them to selected hostesses.
and should play in their lives as members of the nation’s the dance that the Medics held in
RY
the
Red
Cross
recreation
rooms
in
It is suggested that Camp Adair
armed forces. All club hostesses are happy to be busier than the hospital quarters. Seems there
officers planning on attending noti-
usual, when they realize that the men they are to help, realize were more gals than men ... so
Mrs. J. G. Van Orsdel. of Dallas. was certain that the men ■ fy the post public illations officer,
that they are there to help them.
of Camp Adair would find good use for her piano in one of the ! Pilone 2981. This is not absolutely
I Mrs. B. got busy on the ’phone and
post recreation rooms. The spirit which prompted Mr-. Van <>r-<lel
necessary howt ver. as the club is
Club 1 Notes
♦
| rounded up some “eligible” men
p H O T O G R A PH E RS
to donate her piano is very much in evidence throughout her com j epen to all on Saturday Im.I all
Theatrical in mode was the way Cook and another aide, Lt. Joseph from the other sections, secured
munity and the Dallas brand of hospitality rate, high with Camp
day
Sunday.
to describe the dance at Service E. Cook, and Major General White the necessary transportation and
Adair soldiers.
Open Every Evening
Club No. 1 last Friday night. Aside of Fort Lewis.
thus turned the tide in favor of a
SALEM
Ground Floor
EUGENE
from the usual dancing program,
Col. Gordon H. McCoy and Capt. truly wonderful evening. The gills
Chaplain Writes
520 State St.
Locations
991 Willamette
with a spotlight as an added at Carl Forsman of the post, dropped hailed from Albany, Salem, Cor
There’s not a lot of time to wast >.
traction, the intermission brought a in on the SCU band rehearsal last vallis and Dallas, and it was a j
but nil’s well and greeting is sent
special treat to the enlisted men Monday afternoon, and both were great party, from what we gather.
to his many friends at Camp Adair,
and their Junior Hostess guests "very favorably impressed” with
Choral Rehearsal Set
via a post card received by Cal
with a floor show featuring Col. the resultant progress the outfit
Mrs. Merriam at Club 2 announc
Horne yesterday from Post Chap- i
“Chuck” Healy as emcee, with has made.
Fame pointed her fickle finger
Given Watch
lain. Captain I.. V. Harmon. Capt. I
ed today that the first rehearsal of
songs and patter by Sgt. “Ozzie” .
One company wanted him to pose Harmon is now at the Harvard Uni- •
the Men’s Glee club, or Choral a short time back— at a soldier of
Notes from Citab 2
INI I’D RMS ... INSIGNI A ... SV Pl’Ll ES
Williams and Col. Bill “Crazy Cu-
A state dignitary came with the group will be held Wednesday Camp Adair. And that’s probably , for a photograph with its product varsity Chaplain’s school.
L.
T.
Chellis
1520 Jefferson St., Corvallis
sie” Cusumano. Sgt. Williams , Senior Hostesses to chaperone the night, November 18, starting at the beat way to explain the trip and today Pvt. Vierra tells time
chose as his vocal selections “My dance at Club No. 2 last Friday 6:30 p.m. at the club. That allows that Pvt. .Edward Vierra took—a with a beautiful Elgin watch.
Blue Heaven” and “Blue Skies,” night. She was Mrs. Charles A. plenty of time for dinner to di trip that is-«till a wonderful dream
He was a social lion by the time ,
both of which brought heaps of Sprague, charming wife of the gov gest and the rehearsals will end to him; and Aladdin’s adventure of )><■ got home to his mother and
applause. Col. Healy, a profession ernor of Oregon. Mrs. Sprague oc in time to make that second show 1942.
folks» at his family residence, at
al funster, presented two acts en cupied an unassuming spot in the at your favorite theatre if you so 1 It all happened bwausc of n North Fairhaven, Mass. He was a
titled “Then Came the War” and balcony of the ballroom, and dur desire. Mrs. M. is gratified with chain of circumstances and because lion still hungering though, for his
“Bits of Nonsense.” The same ing her visit, inspected the club the response and says that there that far-reaching thing culled "The mother’s corned beef and cabbage.
troupe will be back again tomor cafeteria, which will open shortly, are still some openings left for Press” looked into its own little He ate it, and how.
I boy heart and then into the heur'
row night, augmented by Cpl. New- the library, games rooms and other good singers.
Then he started hack across the
of one American soldier—then took
Ian, a former showman, who will facilities. She remarked that she
continent to Camp Adair, again by
Dancing
(
lasses
Pvt.
Vierra
and
his
problem
to
its
present ‘‘Impersonations.” From was “very much impressed with
train and it was a little more of the
Notice the many additions to your shopping list this week. New mer
Club 2 will inaugurate what is t,osom
advance reports, there will be everything” and said that she look
expected to be a series of weekly j j It
- all
— happened because Pvt. Vi same all along the way.
chandise is arriving daily. We are combing the markets for the new
“plenty in store for the guests,” so ed forward to another visit soon.
He has had three litters propos
dancing classes next Thursday erra was first in a telephone line
don’t say we didn’t tell you! The
things you will want as they come out.
The Field Artillery band played night, beginning at 7:30. Several when the Service Men’s Telephone ing marriage. “But why? when I
program they have planned, inci again for dancing and the ballroom
men have already signed up. There Center opened for business; be am engaged to the most beautiful
dentally, is the one they will offer was filled to overflowing with en- will be a beginner's section as well
WATCH THIS LIST AND CHECK ITEMS NEEDED
girl in the world, back home,” he
I
when they appear Saturday night ’ listed men and Junior Hostess as one for advanced dancers. Both cause he called his mother across asks.
the
nation
and
told
her
he
was
Or better still — come into either of our stores—at Albany or Salem—
at the opening of the Officers club. dancing partners from Corvallis
At every station enroute he met
these sections will be taught by coming home on an 18-day fur
Junior Hostesses at Club 1, ac and Salem.
and go over the stocks with us.
people
who
had
heard
of
the
"corn
Pvt. Michael Carroll and a chap by lough; because he told her the
cording to Mrs. Blodgett, director,
Tomorrow night, a gala inter the name of “Cecil” will be on hand thing of all things that he wanted ed beef and cabbage" soldier from
came over from McMinnville (the mission program, along typical to teach Latin-American dance .
her to fix was a dinner of her home- Camp Adair, out in Oregon.
first group to have come from that floorshow lines, has been arranged steps. Music will be provided in
Today Pvt. Vierra is back on
cooked corn beef and cabbage.
(For officers arid enlisted men.)
local-ity), Albany, Eugene, Dallas, by Mrs. Merriam, recreational and turn by Sgt. Boyle and Pvt. Walter
And it happened because Sgt. Ed duty, satisfied to be back.
Independence and Monmouth. social hostess and Miss Rogers, Babel. Let's dance!
“I don’t care what happens now,
Brown, Editor of the Camp Adair
About 200 girls were on hand, and club director. The program will
or where I’m sent,” he said. “I’v<
(100'. wool Piping for all branches.»
The P.E.O. Sisterhood, Albany Sentry, spotted in this a cute syn
dancing and general good fun were feature the playing and singing of
had my furlough. But it was a
dicate
story.
He
sent
it
to
Portland.
Chapter,
extends
a
cordial
invita-
.
enjoyed from 8 until 11 o’clock.
Cpl. Nick Sansonia, who needs no tion to all non-com and officer | H went out. over Associated Press dream; all such a wonderful
The SCI! dance band, directed by further buildup. Miss Eila Schweit
dream.”
Sgt. Bob Black, again turned in a zer, a singer who is employed on wives who are out of town mem- w,re-
Fate
Steps
In
bers to attend the local meetings.
hit performance, with steady im the post by the Post Exchange of
DINNER’S READY
The handsome young Portuguese,
Meetings are held on the first
provement in the comparatively fices, and a cowboy yodler, Cpl.
Although
the fine and final
Pvt.
Edward
Vierra,
didn
’
t
know
it
and third Mondays of each month.
new organization evident.
construction details will not be
Gene Logan. It promises to be a Those who would like to attend are then, but Aladdin’s journey was nl
Speaking of dances, the person good show. So remember we told urged to telephone the correspond ready started.
completed for n few days—such
Enlisted Men’s All Wool
nel at Club 1, together with the you.
Pvt. Vierra departed Portland by ns the fountain anil work of
ing secretary, Miss Amelia Zuhls-
Special Services officers and Lt.
The weekend witnessed the com dorf at Albany 118, to obtain the train. He had hoped to fly but mili decorating the Post Exchange
Robert Black, Capt. N. George De ing and going of many visitors, times and places of the meetings. tary matters prevented.
restaurant was opened nnd cat
Dakis and Lt. Louis J. Alleman. both to the Club and Guest House.
ering to a lusty business Mon
The wire yarn flew ahead. At
The Bridge Club, started a few
II, are making plans to launch a Parents and relatives, visiting weeks ago by Mrs Merriam, social cities along the way there were re- day. The building is at the cor
series of regimental dances, the their sons and families who are directress at Service Club 2, met porters, sometimes photograplu is ner of Ave. F and South 1st St.,
(With insignia.I
first of which is scheduled for stationed at Camp Adair, dropped again last Tuesday night in the bal to greet him. He hit New York and across from Field House and the
Wednesday, Novernber 25. As new in to look over the club facilities cony of the club as the tournament the Herald-Tribune had picked up hours are from 8 n. m. to 8 p. ni.
troops arrive in camp, the need for they have been hearing so much went into its second session. High the story and blazoned it with a
More details will be revealed
additional dances to accommodate about. Guests at the guest house scorer of the*evening was Pvt. Har top head.
by Roy Scrivner, general man
There were, in fact, few papers ager, as work is completed,
all the men interested, is seen. numbered over 20 for the weekend old B. Hoffenbacher and low scor
Several dances a week are plan and came from states including er with Pvt. Bert Mitchell. Women that didn’t carry the yarn.
probably for the next issue of
In New York, which does thing
ned, with one night set aside for Utah, Arkansas, Louisiana, Minne partners came over from Corvallis.
the Sentry. Phone is 2810.
Regulation. Wool Lined
a particular regiment. It is ex sota, Michigan, New Jersey, Wash First prize was a minature chess that way, he was deluged with at
pected that only those men attach ington, California and Oregon. The set and the other prize was a box tention; feted, taken to every hot
spot on the gay-way—the Stork
ed to the regiment sponsoring the hostesses’ apartments at the guest of stationery.
dance, will attend that particular house have been finished by the
The club meets again next Tues- Club, the 21, the Morrocco, others
HURLEY'S LOTION
White Brondiloth
affair, in complete fairness to the carpenters and the house, where da ynight, November 17 at 7:30. —all as honor guest of the New
For Poison Oak
York
USO.
men in camp. There will, in time, Mrs. Mills is house mother, is re It is expected that about eight or
5000 bottles sold. Guar
When he hit Boston the fever I Over
be dances for each particular sec ported to be functioning smoothly ten tables will be in play.
anteed treatment for poison
was
rising.
They
ran
pictures,
oak relief. 50c hottie by muil
tion. Groundwork for such affairs with many reservations booked
NEIGHBORHOOD PARTIES
stories.
HURLEYS BRI GS. Albany
is in the formulation process.
Where are you from, soldier?
well in the future.
The weekend found several vis
New
York,
Texas.
California.
Bos
Meanwhile, Pvt. Greenhouse has
itors at the club. A group of about just about completed staining the ton, Ioway, or any other of the 48
150, from Salem and led by Mr. wooden portions of the Club 1 in states? How would you like to
Kunz of the USO in the state cap terior, a job which is a fine im meet a bunch of folks from your
ital, were met by Lt. Louis J. Alle- provement for the club’s appear home state or neighborhood, per
mann II and escorted through the ance. Varnishing is almost com- haps even your home town? That’s
With Buckle
club, the guest house and the post | 1 pleted as we go to press.
the idea back of a series of State
hospital. Sunday afternoon. •'All I Miss Rogers and Mrs. Merriam or Regional Parties planned by the
were favorably impressed with the I j | agree that ping pong is THE sport Recreational Committee of Cor
I
Pink and Green
camp and its many facilities.
at the club. There is always some vallis. Churches, clubs, various or
Guests of the military who drop, one in the game room at night, ganizations and the CSO are spon
Hriiss Wire
30 nnd 45 Calibre
ped in to look over the club during when most all the soldiers are free soring these parties on a three-
the week, says Mrs. Blodgett, in to play, there is invariably a wait way plan — camp. town, and cam
cluded Major General Charles H. ing line. The Red Cross offices on pus are all invited. "Roll call” by
Folding and Barber Size
Gerhardt and his aide from Camp the post are cooperating in an ef states or cities, a peppy program,
For Waterproofing Jackets
White, accompanied by Major Gen fort to secure additional tables games led by good game leaders,
and eat« will comprise the enter
eral Gilbert R. Cook and Capt. and equipment.
It is not so much a question of whether your gla«tes arc a sight,
Boydston, aide, of Camp Adair;
During the week, a jam session tainment that is being planned.
but whether or not your vision r adequate,
Governor Charles A. Sprague of has burst forth nightly in the
our registered optometrist examine your «yes
Oregon, accoVnpanied by General club. Around 7 o'clock, a pianist, Salem Crescendo Club
whether or not you need glases. Many style
to suit your eyes and personality.
trombonist and clarinetist drift in, Series Begins Monday
Spread Eagle, V. S. Army, Camp Adair
SEE DR. BROWN TODAY ------ NO OBLIGATION
group around the piano, launch
forth on a program of swing mu
Salem’« Crescendo Club begins
sic. jive and jam. They are a tal its yearly series of concerts on
From Camp Adair
(All types.)
ented trio and provide that “cham- Monday, Nov. 23rd with an exhibi
ber-music-gociety- o f -iower-baain- tion by Miriam Marmein, dancer
street" effect to the club. Drop in and mime. The concerts are held
( Regulation. )
some night and give a listen. in the Salem High school auditor
They’re good.
ium, at 7:30 p.m.
Collected at Random
Other programs in the «erie» are
Was happy to hear that Miss Delbert Anderson, tenor, Thursday,
Carrie Reedy. Club 1 Cafeteria Dec. 3; George Chavchavadie, Rus
Hand-sewn- Leather
hostess, who has been hospitalized sian pianist, Tuesday. Jan. 19. and
in Corvallis since last Friday with { as final concert—the Oregon State
a minor ailment, continues to show orchestra, full 60 pieces, on Thurs
improvement . , . Mrs. Merriam day. Feb. 25.
has been kept awfully busy play
ing the organ and tinging at num- ;
It’s Nutshy Bat True
erotM post weddings . . . PFC Don > “Where’s Elmer?” Legionnaires
Lynch has completed the mural in- , have been shouting at their con
ventions. year after year. Just a
pretty custom. Well, now it seem«
“Your Dollar’s Worth Always”
Sale« and Service
»«O
t « t I a.
that S Sgt. Elmer H. Nitzke is at
TWO
STORES
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
cous» watan
onto«
Modern Shop — Best
Camp Livingston, La., and so is
Mechanics
211
N.
Commercial
,
20« W. Second St.
SALEM
’
S
LEADING
(
REDIT
JEW
FLEB.I
—
OPTIMA
N«
S Sgt. Elmer H. Na take Both are
Funeral Home
Member
Better
\
uiaiun
Institute
(Farmer I y Holling»« orth)
troopers, in charge of suply rooms,
Corvallis
and they were promoted at the
SOCIAL SWIRL
This
Christmas
Give the Gift
that only you
can give
DO»TRAIT
BISHOP
Aladdin's Adventures Ends For
Pvt. Vierra, Camp Adair Soldier
Who Telephoned for a Dinner
ARMY CASH TAILORS
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SOLDIERS
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□ Officers' Embr. Insignia
□ Elastique, Ft. Knox Caps
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! I Brass Whistles
I I Serge Ponts
[ ! Uniform Buttons
I J Shoulder Patches
[ ! Money Belts
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□ Shoe Rags
Í
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[ J Shorts and Shirts
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Web Belts, Brass Buckles
f
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□ O. D. Laundry Bags
Metal Soap Boxes
1 Regulation Oxfords
Officers'Elastique Slacks
□ Gun Cleaning Brushes
i
"Dyan Shine" Shoe Polish
□ "Raintite"
□ Combs
□ Metal Trench Mirrors
White Emblem Tee Shirts
Fitted Inspection Kits
Souvenir Pillow Tops
Albums, Photo & Service
Copper Button Boards
0. D. Cotton & Wool Sox
□ Brushes, All Types
Moccasins
BR 0IV N ’S
Glastic Dog Chains
□ Officers' Raincoats
Military Jewelry
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