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About Abbot engineer. (Camp Abbot, Or.) 1943-1944 | View Entire Issue (Aug. 6, 1943)
Chin-Up Girl MEET MARY—First guest ar tist to occupy the regular AB- BOTIZERS column is this blond starlet, Mary Elliott of the Hol lywood film factories. Mary was recently chosen by the Supply Company as their favorite “ Chin-Up” girl. She gets our Vote, too. Panoram," C am p Picture M agazine On Sale Shortly " Camp Abbot's colorful pictor ial magazine, “ranoram” will be on sale within two weeks at all PX’s for 35 cents. Graphically displaying life in the ERTC, the 24-page LIFE- sized publication is the creation o f Mr. Dale Vincent, post photo grapher. A mailing envelope is attached to all copies. Officers wishing to arrange for company and platoon pic tures are requested to contact Mr. Vincent through the Post Special Service office until his photographic studio building is completed in camp. Be a Good Gl and Ride to Swim Hole You gotta Is- a good GI to rate a free ride on the nightly trucks to and from the post swimmin' hole. A 2’ á-ton truck will be avail able at each battalion headquar ters and at the Hq. Command ant's office, while a weapons Friday, August 6, 1943 ABBOT ENGINEER Page Four Sneak Preview Of Camp Show Wins Applause A sneak preview of what Camp Abbot’s all-soldier musical show is about was termed “a huge success” by guests attend ing the regular Saturday night dance in the Officers’ mess. Arranged by the Special Ser vice Office, highlights of the forthcoming GI revue—“ Castles O’ Fun”—were clever, smacking richly of diversified entertain ment and, when whipped into shape, are assured of pleasing any type of khaki-clad audience. A feature of the capsule show was introduction of an original song, “ We’re Taking A Lesson From Colonel Besson, On How To Be a Real Gf,” composed by Sgt. Morrie C. Guss, and intro duced by Maj. and Mrs. James E. Campbell, Lt. and Mrs. Wayne B. Leitzell, and Lt. and Mrs. Jack Bates. A number of talented Abbot- men, recruited for spots in the song-and-dance-and - comedy ex travaganza, sold their wares in true socko style. Pvt. Seymor Goldston’s ability as a voice impersonator earned him numerous call-backs. That talented violin virtuoso, Pvt. George Doumani bowed his way into the hearts of the audience, ably assisted by T/5 Dwight Newton on the piano. Three hill billy vocalizers— Pvts. Joe Dan- bull, James Stevens and Jack Gullidge—all of C-54 were slight ly terrific. Pvt. Harry Gerrard, also of C-54, brought his pretty wife to aid him in several rhy thmic toe-tapping numbers. “ The Six Kernels of Korn,” namely ERTC bandsmen You- man, Hadcock, Riggleman, Tie- man, Coburn and Owens, stole the show with their brand of wacky melodies. They had to beg off! Rehearsals will be announced shortly. Additional talent is needed to round out “ Castles O’ Fun.” Cpl. John Abramson, D-54 roving cadre, is whipping up lyrics for five featured songs. A n ti-G as Garb G. I. FASHION NOTE—Warrant Officer Robert M. Cox, left of the QM branch explains to Cpl. John W. Bradford salient fea tures of clothing made of im pregnated cloth affording pro tection against gas. The issue, widely used in combat zones, has been received in Camp Abbot. Trousers and shirts have the same appearance as regular G I’s, but have a protective lin ing with an extra flap to prevent gas fumes from seeping through. Well Tan My Hide It's Cool Inside Expressions usually in vogue during winter months or in a perennially cold climate again were aired at Camp Abbot this week when soldiers expressed their views on changing from olive drab to khaki. Interviewed in the interest of fashion by the A b b o t ENGI NEER, during early morning and evening hours, supporters of khaki unanimously vibrated, “Brrr,” their voices barely audi ble above the rattle of their ver tebrae. At noon interviewers were greeted with a contented look and an enthusiastic “ ah.” Soldiers in ODs answered noon inquiries with a “ whew” and, scratching vigorously, made a dash for the nearest water foun carrier will be placed at the Wac tain. Co. disposal. The trucks leave respective sites at 1915, return TUESDAY JIVE FOR 55 ing at 2100. A dance for members of the In the battalions, half of the 55th, Engr. Tng. Bn. and cadre daily bathers may be trainees of the 12th Gp. will be held at and remainder cadre. “ Passen the All-Purpose recreation hal.l gers will be chosen as a reward Tuesday night. Music will be for good service during the day,” provided by members of the commented Col. Frank S. Bes Camp Abbot dance orchestra. son, post commander. bonds Buy Bullets! Tojo " I T Boy Abbot n* Around * Being a weekly calendar of events listing activities In Camp and Bend for Camp Abbot personnel. For listings phone Ext. 8 FRIDAY BEND USO: Informal activities, 1830. BASEBALL PRACTICE: Post. Hqs., 1800. Try out for the team. SATURDAY BEND USO: Dance. Community Sing, 2030. BLDG. NO. 211: Officers' dance, Informal, in Officers’ Mess, 2100 to 2400. SUNDAY ABBOTheater: Matinee. 1400: Regular Shows. 1830, 2030, week days. On weekdays, 2 shows nightly: 1830-2030. ATTE N D CHURCH: Chapels on post or churches in Bend. CAMP B A LL PARK: Double header baseball game, 1330-1500. BEND USO: Dunkers Club, 1015-1100; Musical Gems (classical recordings), 1500; Buffet Lunch, 1500-1700: Snacks, 1900- 2200; Party Night-Games, refreshments, community sing ing. Register at USO for Home Hospitality. MONDAY PILO T BUTTE IN N ARM Y WIVES-USO Club Meeting, 2000. BEND I'SO: "IVi as vou Please Night’’—Open House. ERTC BARRACKS 919: String Ensemble Practice, 1830. BIBLE CLASS: Post Chapel, 1930. TUESDAY ALLPU R PO S E REC H A LL: Dance for cadre and trainees of 55th Engr. Tng. Bn., 2030 2230. WEDNESDAY STATIO N KBND: "Camp Abbot on Parade." Studio in Pilot Butte Inn, 1945-2000. Interviews, speakers. Audience invited. BASEBALL PRACTICE: Post Hqs. 1800. CHOIR PRACTICE: Post Chapel. 1930. BEND USO: "Game Nlte,” Telephone call home to winner, 2000. THURSDAY BEND USO: "Ia»arn to Dane»'" Class 1800. CHOIR PRACTICE: Post Chapel, 1800. Critical Home Shortage to Be Alleviated Lush Thrush Plans for a conversion and construction program which would relieve the congestion and confusion now attending the securing of housing facilities in Bend were announced today by Maj. Russell I). Turril.l, Director, Personnel Division and president of the camp housing hoard. A plan is under way for the conversion of 60 existing hous ing units in Bend into suitable accomodations for civilian per VOCALOVELY This is Hile- sonnel classified as “ in the war garde of NBC’s “ Beat the Band” effort,” and 50 additional units show. She is what you call a chanteuse. Here she is chante- of a permanent nature also plan using. What else do you dog ned for use by war workers, faces at Camp Abbot want? Maj. Turrill said. Military per sonnel and civilians whose mates are in the military service are not classed as “ war work ers” or “ in the war effort,” so Two Abbotnien — an officer far as availability of war-time housing goes. and EM—said “I do” this week A trailer camp which will to headline Cupid’s campaign— house 75 trailer units is under in the attractive Post chapel. construction just south of Bend In the presence of Post Com and there is a possibility an ad ditional 60 permanent units mander Frank S. Besson and may be authorized by National Mrs. Besson and a number of Housing Administration. These officers, Miss Leoma Jones, of units, which should be complet Washington, N. C., became the ed by Jan. 1, 1944, will be avail bride of Lt. Thomas P. Kruzic, able only to eligible civilian per assistant director of inspections sonnel not members of military at a Catholic nuptial mass last families. Saturday morning. The cere Investigations by the camp mony was read by the Rev. Ed- housing board and housing mudn Hyland, OFM, Cap. board in Bend have unearthed On Tuesday evening, !\H » some unethical practices em Jean Clark, of Memphis, Te5 ^ ployed by some prospective ten- and T/Sgt. James H. Williams nants in efforts to obtain hous exchanged vows in rites per ing, Maj. Turrill added. A lack formed by Post Chaplain W il of cooperation on the part of liam H. Andrew. Sgt. Williams others has resulted in available is a key man in the Rail Trans housing going to personnel portation office. other than civilians and military The Jones-Kruzic marriage personnel of Camp Abbot. was one of the loveliest yet held Congestion in Bend was at on the post, with the bride wear tributed in part to the fact that ing a white mouseline de soie “ camp followers” and families wedding grown and carrying a of personnel connected with white prayerbook, decorated maneuvers are applying for with white carnations and sweet housing despite the warning by peas. Miss Helen Moore, was the Commanding General, IV bridesmaid and Lt. Raymond J. Army Corps that the housing sit Sammarco, Weapons Branch, uation would be acute. Tng. Division, was best man for Camp Abbot personnel were the groom. cautioned by Maj. Turrill not to Traditional music was fu n ^ ^ "bid” on housing because such ed by Mrs. James E. CampS..,, procedure might result in high organist, and Pvt. George Dou er rents. Inadequate facilities mani, violinist. An informal wed and exorbitant rents are under ding breakfast was held at the investigation at present and ef Officers’ club following the cere forts are being made to improve mony attended by 20 guests. the situation. The joint housing Sgt. Williams’ brother, H. boards estimated that 25 per Wright, a 3-striper who works cent of existing accomodations in the same office, served as will be withdrawn if OPA comes best man. Capt. John C. Nelson, Post Signal Officer, gave the to Bend. Officers and married enlisted bride in marriage. An informal men stationed here seeking reception followed. The couple housing accomodations are ad will reside in Bend. vised to consult Mrs. Hoppick, in charge of the housing desk at "expect to obtain housing in the Bend Chamber of Com Bend.” merce. “ Don't, if you are a trainee in Save for Security! Save with training.” cautioned Maj. Turrill, Security!—Buy BONDS! Two Couples Wed In Post Chapel Movie CALENDAR Two Shows Nightly— 1830-2030: Matinee, Sundays at 1409 DRAPE APE— This smug mug is “Suki Kuki" voted as the most popular pin-up boy by the Jap anese Geisha Girls Association. Attired in zootsuit, and puffing on a rice ciggie, the monkey is idolized by the JGGA babes— boy, are they dumb? FRIDAY—Aug. 6—' “HERS TO HOLD,” with Deanna Durbin, Joseph Cotten. Deanna sings “ Begin the Beguine.” Funny Terrytown, news. SATURDAY. Aug. 7—"UNION PACIFIC” (Revival), with Joel McCrea, Barbara Stanwyck, Akim Tamiroff. A powerful historic film worth seeing again. Color cartoon. SUNDAY M O N D A Y , Aug. 8-9 — "W HAT’S BUZZIV, COUSIN" with Ann Miller, John Hubbard, “ Rochester” of the Benny radio show, Freddy Martin's grand band. “ Unusual Oc cupations," short; "Speaking of Animals," short, news. TUESDAY Aug. 10— "MELODY PARADE” with Mary Beth Hughes. Eddie Quillan. A tuneful screen appetizer. Famous Jury Trial, short; “Jungle Land,” with Lew "Monkeys are t h e Kwaziest People" Lehr. WEDNESDAY. Aug. 11 — (Douhle Feature — "MEXICAN SPITFIRE'S BLESSED EVENT." with Lupe Velez and Leon Erroll. Also "FOLLIES GIRL" w ith Wendy Barrie and Gordon Oliver. Two good entertaining films. Each one worth the price of admission. THURSDAY. Aug. 12—“DIXIE" with Bing Crosby. Dorothy Lamour and a string of featured players. This is Bing's newest and best. Loaded with songs. “ Night Life in the Army," and latest news.