Salem (CA 139) - Naval Cruise Book

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lHl SHHM Sllllllli .-Good morning -- and our Chaplain, Father Paul Bradley, briskly strolled through the SALEM with these cheery words for every man he met. Coming from him, the words could start a day off right. Born and raised in Brooklyn, whose famous team he staunchly supports, Chaplain Bradley was ordained a The Salem's outstanding personality. t 5 1 l Say cheese, Padre. ,, W Q 1 if' priest in Iune, 1941. After two years in civilian parishes, he accepted a commission in the Navy and went to a chaplain's indoctrina- tion school. From there he eventually became an originatl member oi the famous 28th Marine regiment whose men raised the American flag on Iwo Iima's Mount Suribachi. Up to that moment though, our Chaplain, distinguished by a cap with gold cross thereon, took care of his Marines, many for the last time. With pride men of the 28th could tell you how he Cap- tured a Iap soldier. Now with a similar pride we of the SALEM could tell you that our morale got a shot in the arm everytime the padre had a good word or two to say for us. If you went to one of the Catholic, Protestant, or Iewish services, then you probably became a regular. Those newscasts each evening are unforgettable - a little credit or praise sure Went a long way. The SALEM salutes . . . who did a great job. That's all for now. Good Night. 83'lo predictions from a l00'lo guy. The Padre and friends. A spiritual leader for all faiths.

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The stars of the show. They've got springs in Spanish Dancers - Palma You put your right toot out. . . Geedunk for all. These Spanish dancers provided the Salem's crew with rare native entertainment. These youngsters demonstrated a sparkling array ot intricate and delicate routines, while musicians with native instru- ments provided a harmonic background accompani- ment. Ranging in age from six to eighteen, the dancers never seemed to falter even with the in- tense heat oi the afternoon. By the enthusiasm shown, the kids seemed oblivious of the fact that they were denied their traditional Siesta. The rou- tines combined with aloof, sedate, foot stamping type of dance with the whirling, frolicking reel. The gen- uine native costumles were a picturesque sight against the background of the blue water of the bay. Gaily striped skirts with an overlay of a contrasting apron, lace trimmed blouse and Wide brirnmed hats adorned the girls while the boys displayed brilliant pantaloons, plain shirts and colorful vests. Follow- ing the dances, the Salemites treated with geeclunk and cake, which the guests consumed with great delight. their shoes tp -.-Q4 Really livin' it up.

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'l lit! .-The Smoking lamp is out. Knock oil all games. Keep ce about the decks during divine services. And so Chap- lain Bradley leads a service for either the Iewish, Catholic, or ant men on the SALEM. In some services there is more silen Protest participation by members ot the crew than in others, accord- ing to the occasion. In all the services, though, men have that necessary opportunity to think, pray, and look to the future, in their own personal ways. Whether it be the Crew's Lounge, the Forecastle, or the Main Deck Att, the place is secondary to the spirit ot reverence that iills it. While singing is an important part of each service, the Chaplain's sermons are always antici- pated. It has been said that churchgoing people are easy to work With, and the SALEM is made up of these people. rinse Wim , Eisman conducts in Hebrew. Communion forward of Turret l. I Concentrate, men.