Leyte (CVA 32) - Naval Cruise Book

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Pvgfrfqff -'-enum-5--1'f:!!'!'5 'l..I'.f1!'2 f'l'Ji ?T7 .7 'TT , l.1'f'IZ :5!E'5 22 dr 'LW' Romanesque Structure typical of homes in France, this perfume factory is one of the twenty-six located in the City of Flowers - Grasse. IZASSIZ This Perfume, Gentlemen - Oh, yes, I know a beautiful blonde who would really go for this scent. BUILT in an arnpitheatre at the height of sixteen hun- dred feet, Grasse faces the Mediterranean boasting its mild and salubrious climate. The city is particularly celebrated for its perfumeryg however, it manufactures some of the finest wax, soap, and olive oil to be found in the world. l Deft Fingers of the potter shape each production, as his wheel spins with the original shapeless mass of clay. The Ceramic Menagerie fascinates Dixon, and the young lady seems to enjoy telling him all about the design. 128-

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oN'rl: C ELO One of the three communes of Monaco, population about 15,- 000 with the famous casino, pigeon-shooting grounds, and fashionable hotels. Gambling, for which Monte Carlo is most famous, has been a part of the commune since 1856. The in- habitants are forbidden access to the gambling tables, but they are exempt from taxation and receive large profits from the visitors. The present govern- ment is administered by the Prince of Monaco, an able ex- ecutive admired by his subjects. His castle overlooks the beauti- ful bay of Monaco and its prov- incesg Monaco, the old settle- ment on the summit of a rocky headland defended by ram- partsg La Condamine, on the west of the bay which is a bath- ing resort with manufacturers of perfume and liqueursg and Monte Carlo. -wmv 1i .,, i Monte-Carlo Casino, world-famed maker and breaker of fortunes. Its three portals open at ten a.m to the princes and paupers with their tokens to risk at a game ol chance. Placid and Serene, a natural anchorage for the small craft and Tourists All, AmeriC?11 SHIIIOTS Pit?-ISC fllsoplggillifdgost' private yachts, Monte Carlo is a resting place for small ships. cards and souvenirs or sa e on e casi g .. E i...-.,,, H i t l 1 . 1 127 3 x

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NICE was founded about two thousand years ago by the Phocaeans of Marseilles. In its long history it has been governed by the Genoese, Saracens, French, Italians, Sardinians, Germans, and following XVorld War II was returned to the French. It is equally famous as an in- dustrial and tourist center, has a superb climate, and is one of the most beautiful cities on the Riviera. Rapt Attention on the hook, this weather-beaten fisherman baits his hook for another surf cast. Nothing Like French Cuisine, as these sailors could testify after partaking of one of the excellent meals. y 129 I 3 f World Wfar I Memorial occupies one of the most conspicuous places on the roadway outside of Nice, and is a well-known land- . mark. CII Fashionable Promenade, now semi-deserted, basks in the win- ter sun with the French Tricolor flying proudly above 1t. J I A 9 K Sn 6 2