Salem (CA 139) - Naval Cruise Book

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. . f 4 , . . . . X W. ,. 'Q Checking out the Whirlybird. A function of our presence in the Med is the fostering of good will in the countries we visit. This is done in part by inviting members ot the younger generation aboard for a guided tour. .Au revoh, Groups are usually provided from local orphan- ages and the kids thoroughly enjoy the sights. Ynunq Vlsltnrs Mama Mia ice a cream We've heard no complaints about the movies and ' ice cream either. How you say it, bolkhad? 1 x X kk 5 Gunnery striker. Saturday matinee Signalman striker. Careful, young 1ady. Who's having more lun? A-QV . 'If 3' Lg 1 N i-MQW 7 .r,,Y - .51 mm 45.11 WS' M lr I .xt ,-. V Ak, 1121

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Captains Inspection They wash behind the ears? Gay, smiling faces .... A spit polish, rolled neckerchief and a fresh haircut her- alded Captain's Inspection. At Assembly all hands doubletimed topside, careful not to scuff shoes, and fell in at Quarters. A little strained humor preceded the bugle call which announced the beginning of the inspection party's slow and critical tour on the main deck. Eyes straight ahead, hands perhaps too stiffly at sides and chest out - you didn't do this often, so better make it impres- sive. Youthful faces quick to show thanks or resentment at an officer's comment were contrasted with the wisely blank looks of petty officers who wore ribbons. One man's missing stencil and another's soiled hat degraded their division, while the next division received an outstanding, Ji wg, Mr. McCooey looks nervous. I I X 1 A smart looking division. l The Exec sees something. 1 r I i l A f Y K i w H Someone just lost a liberty.

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Beach Party, Trieste I x T iff, W 'CW ff, Sistiana SOLDIERS BEHCH T Mike Division pulls together for once. Hosts were GI's of the 351:-at Infantry Regiment The Army personnel stationed at Trieste have excellent recreational fa- cilities available some fifteen miles west of the city. These include swim- ming, softball, volleyball, shuffleboard, ping-pong, and, a favorite one, just loafing. As in '52, the SALEM was invited to use these facilities. We brought cartons of sandwiches, cookies, cases of beer and soft drinks to the beach club, and over a three day period each section had an opportunity to enjoy a full day of relaxation. Highest scores in the organized athletic contests went to the Engineering Department and the M Division. Aside from occasional light rain showers, the parties were very successful. adults Never had it so good. Dungaree chow chits not required. So I told him to The Sarge lets his stripes down. 5glLLET4!i MHP., ins.,- Too much exercise