Blue (DD 744) - Naval Cruise Book

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We arrived at Hong Kong Island Un a hot morning in June. It was crowded with men of all races As was the nearby Kowloon. Ships of many nations Lay in the harbor at rest. The city itself shows the marks Of the merging of East and West. We remained for week, While Mary Soo cleaned the SideS- We hit the Nite Spots, And side-stepped the guides. The split Chinese skirts Drew a lot of attention, And started ideas We donlt care to mention. We took in our lines, And stood out channel. New clothes filled our lockers, Of cashmere and flannel.

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Loved by oll for their unusually I-Ove that San Miguel sweet disposition Subic Bay l I Southward to the Philippines, To the port of Suhic Bay. Two times We made the trip. Once in March, again in May. Qnly one night our Hrst time there. But the 2nd trip down was a 10 day The burning sun heat down, The stifling heat held steady. But the Working Went right on To ensure the ship was ready For more, and difficult operationsg For fulfilling our many obligations. We took time to see Olongapo, The growing town outside the gate. And relax with a beer until late. And sometimes at night We'd cool off, affair

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