California Maritime Academy - Hawsepipe Yearbook (Vallejo, CA)

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seattle the t. s. golden bear drew near navy pier 91, and the city of seattle loomed in the distance. a washing- ton rain storm was the order of the day, and a very wet mooring detail completed the arduous task of line handling. the engines were secured, and the first liberty party lost no time in exploring a new port. all was in apparent good order until the epidemic struck. lt. commander averill was a victim of the measles and, as a result, all hands were restricted. for many there were visions of a portless cruise under the yellow quarantine flag. but such fears were soon for- gotten when the all clear came, and the second liherty party invaded seattle. some will recall the 1'ain and the city hills, while others will remember dining at the olympic or shop- ping at the magic inn. certainly all will have some memories of their hrief stay in the great wet city of the north. v

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lunvau beautiful hawaii, land of enclnnttment and sunshine laccording to the travel postersj. as the great white ship pulled into view of diamond head, we were met by violent thundering and an onslaught of torrential rain. a wet welcome by the beautiful islands to the west. although our clothes were dampened, our spirits weren't, so we sallied forth to see everything we could in our too short stay. many of us headed for the beaches in spite of the rain while others headed for the beach- combers. the first class was treated to a cocktail party held at the fabulous royal hawaiian hotel by matson lines where the midshipxnen were introduced to the very charming wahines of the town. alter six inclement days, we sailed for hilo on the island of hawaii, the largest of the group, where we were met by more rain. still we were undaunted. the mid- dies took tours to the volcano as well as the beautiful scenic parks of the island. the naniloha hotel royally entertained the midship- , men which was greatly appreciated by all. in spite of the good times we were anxious to be on our way to the next port of call, acapulco. sf 1 M S sis asia V 3 whos ills it Eg is S