Antares (AKS 33) - Naval Cruise Book

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L. TO R. — EMMITT. W A. MM1. DIVISION P. O : STUCKEY. C A MMFN: ADAMS. R. G. FN : ST LAURENT. A G. EN3: THURBER W. H.. EN3. DIVISION]

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Ji The S-5 Division has the important task of operating the ship ' s galley, wardroom and the mess hall. Included in its functions is the ordering, stowage and issue of all provisions. The menu preparation, operating the vegetable preparation room, the scullery and the provisions issue room as well as the reefers and dry provisions storerooms . . . This tremendous job of feeding a crew of approximately 225 men with hearty appetites has been performed in an outstanding manner throughout the cruise. It is com- mendable that this group has continually exerted extra effort to brighten up the daily fare. Among other things, outdoor, charcoal barbecues have been held, special celebration cakes have been baked, and all food for the ship ' s parties has been prepared and served by this hard working Division. Our hats are off to this hard working gang and we appreciate their fine efforts. i

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n The mission of the A Division of the A gang as they are usually called, is the care and maintainence of all the ship ' s auxiliary equipment. Their biggest piece of machinery is the emergency diesel which is in constant readiness in case of power failure on the ship. In a way they control the climate aboard ship as the heating system and air-condi tioners also fall under their domain. When they aren ' t trying to keep us cool or warm, they take care of the diesel engines in the ship ' s boats. In addition to this floating equipment they are also responsible for the com- plete maintenance of the ship ' s three vehicles. The fueling of the vehicles and boats is also a side line with them. Our hats are off to the men who operate the auxilary equipment which plays such a vital role in a smooth operating ship. 7