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Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
Bow Asks
80 Million

Superintendent Of Schools Bow
today submitted a budget, calling
for an appropriation of S39,4S7,-
$50 for the board of Education.
This represents an increase of
S4,279.S25 over the previous
budget.
The budget for the 1945-1946
fiscal year will be discussed and
revised between now and Jan. /
it lists estimated receipts for the
fiscal year at $15.394, 500, Of
which S10.600,000 is estimated as
state aid and Sl31.339 as receipts
from such Self-supporting agencies
as book stores, lunch rooms, sum-
mer schools and athletics,
The board appointed Atty
Thomas &. Long 10 the library
commission to succeed Oscar Hull
who died last week. The term
Will expire Doc. 81. 1916.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
Detailed Instructions Given

Then he gave the their compass setting and said
that If they climbed certain rate they should be
Aachen IN % minutes at 5000 feet, which just where
and when he wanted them.
Sometimes boys take off for designated targets at
Others given targets from the ground by radio after
arriving the target
This mission be of the latter type Paul instructed
and what direction attack and also just
how peel off and pull out after the attack
in the they given only two
they had sufficient they could if they wanted
of the German aelds the other side Of
the Rhine
The kids chucked at this knowing that having look for
Paul themselves meant down and strafng the devil
planes hangers whatever they could find the ground
In all whether bombing strahng he told them to
follow him and that he would lead the attack
He then gave them suggestions on how to handle
themselves they got into dogfgh and appointed
deputy leader who would take anything should happen to
him.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
Il. Col. Krukowski
Killed in Belgium

BATTLE CREEK. Nov. %
The death in Belgium Of 1t Col.
Albert c. Krukowski' one OF the
founders Of Percy Jones General
Hospital was announced today by
Brig Cen. Baston, commander OF
the army hospital here.
Et.-Gof.- KrukowskT. according
to the report, was killed in A
vehicle accident. He was com
mander of a hospital unit IN
Belgium.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
BY WILLIAM RANDOLPH HEARST, JUNIOR
Written Expressly for the Hearst Newspapers

AN ADVANCED L. s. AIR FORCE FIGHTER
BOMBER FIELD SOMEWHERE IN BELGIUM,
Nov. 2S-After lunch attended "briefing' of the
next mission which was to accompany in one of
the groups two "piggey-back' Thunderbots, going
along, as it were just for the ride.
Ihesitatngly suggested to It. Col. Paul P. Doug
las Jr., the squadron commander, that wouldn't
be too uncomfortable if ! wore flax suit-a sort
of macknaw version of the Chicago armored vest.
Paul lightly scoffed at the idea, saying that the
vest would add too much weight.
When he leads missions, Paul briefs the boys per.
sonalv Nobody can be gayer have better of
humo than he has his lighter moments but when there
is serious business at hand, he is cold as ice
He went the entire path of the mission with the
boys right from the takeo emphasizing that he wanted
the number two to take off at the time the
leaders, and to have the squadron compacy formed at
1000 feet at the end of the first turn around the held
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
King George Pledges
Action in Pacific

LONDON, Nov. % GNS)-King
George VI proclaimed today that
1914 was a year of "resounding
achievement" which foreshadows
final victories" for the Allies.
The British monarch hailed
American victories against Japan
and promised reinforcement in the
Pacific as rapidly As possible.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
Hopes for Exciting Ride Die
He ended the session saying:
"Takeof in As minutes"

On the way down get paraChutes, Paul introduced
1t Charles j. Kennedy Jr known afecionatey the
pappy because of his very advanced yearshe
Is 20.
Kennedy and got into and starting out the
door when of the nonchalantly said:
Were you two planning to the pggyback?'
Sure" said. What ese:"
WELL I'm afraid you can't just II was leaking
little oil and they've taken the motor half apart fixing IT,"
Kennedy said, We'll the other one and picking up
telephone called operations. heard him cussing to
dismsy.
Turning he said that the other pggyhack had been
field pick up of the boys who had made
forced landing while returning from mission during the
morning.
think that have been disappointed in my
life
Here OF the best flying days in months. All
returning pilots about the visibility and the battle
could be blazing with artillery and exploding
bombs.
The sky full of planes and was tied to the
ground! absolutely nothing that could do about it.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
Hero Tells
Of Escape
Off Isle
(S.. Pictorial R.pi.wl

Because he decided 10 face al
most certain death rather than
miss a chance for freedom. Sgt.
John Stymelski is home today, an
escaped prisoner OF Japan.
His dramatic story goes back 10
May. 1912. and the fall OF Corresi-
dor. where he had served with the
infantry for three years.
I'VE held out until our am
munition and food were COM
pletely gone" the 26-year-old
Detroiter said today. I'VE were
tired. but we would have con-
tinued fighting II we had sup
plies"
Sgt. Stymelski spent the next
20 months as prisoner OF
Japan. being herded from one IN
ternment camp 10 another.
WARDROBE G-STRING
IL was put on work detail,
growing food which We were
told was for ourselves. OF
course we saw only a small por-
ton of II.
my wardrobe consisted Of a
G-string. That Ia all. This Is the
first time I've worn shoes In
over two years, so It's no won
der I'm having trouble getting
used to them"
On Sept 7 of this year he was
aboard Jap convoy ship beng
transferred to another prison
camp. when an American sub
marine torpedoed it three miles
off a small island in the Philip
pines.
There were $50 prisoners
aboard" he continued. we
were packed In worse than ssr-
dimes. At least sardines can lie
down. We couldn't. When the
torpedo hit I was knocked I'M
conscious. I came 10 three min
utes before the ship sunk and
managed To get clear of her.
The Jsps had life RATS out
to pick up the survivors. but in
stead I decided Ia try for shore.
Three miles il long stretch for
guy who never swan more
than so feet before, and the
shrapnel in my arm and shoulder
didn't make II easier. but IL was
my chance.
"Once q Jap patrol boat
passed and 7 stayed under water
until I thought my lungs would
burst. They didn't see me-"
SEES INVASION FLEET
Many hours later sgt Sty1nelski
flung himself upon the beach. one
of the ships SO survivors. There
he lolned the islands guerillas and
fought with them until he was
evacuated by Americans. For Sc
curity reasons, the details Of that
must remain a mystery until
war Is over.
When he was flown back to this
the plane Circled above
our Pacific invasion fleet.
That is what I had waited
nearly three years to see" Sgt.
Stynelski said. 1T stretched for
miles with every type Of vessel
imaginable. Much Of the equip
ment was made right here In
Detroit, and ! kept thinking OF
how we waited at Corregidor,
searching the horizon for REIN
fOrcements that never came.
And I thought, Just keep on
giving the boys materials ond
they'll bring this Wor TO a quick
end
That is why Sgt. StymelSki is
going to spend most Of his 90
day stay here urging Detrolters
10 got behind the Sixth War Loan
u
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1944-11-30
william RsndoIp h Hearst, Junior, Finds:
Briefing of Filters
Serious. Detailed

EDITORS NoTE-Thts is the third Of series Of
articles by William Randolph Hearst Junior, describing
operations OF the Ninth L. s. Ar Force at advanced
fgbter-borber fed Somerhere ~ Belgium.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Discharged Vet. Will Receive
 New Emblem

A new Honorable Discharge Elm blem has been adopted by the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, under an agreement signed by Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson and Secretary of the Navy James Forrestal. It is 8 cloth device with the same design as the Honorable Service Lapel Button and will be worn on the uniform of all honorably dis charged personnel.
 The new emblem, worn as badge of honor, will be sewed above the right breast pocket of all outer uniform clothing at the time of discharge. Honorably dis charged personnel may wear their uniforms to their homes, and there after, at official ceremonies.
 The basic design of the emblem will be embroidered in gold, with the background material varying to match the color of the uniform on which it is to be worn. Supplies of the emblem are not yet avail able for distribution. Regulations pertinent to the Honorable Dis charge Emblem will be published in the near future.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
WD Will Tell No One About GI Disabilities

Washington (CNS)-GIs whe get GODS will be able to keep their physical afflictions a secret from now on, the War Department has decided.
 Discharge certificates for men and women leaving the services will no longer mention their phys ical conditions under a new WD ruling. And, furthermore-any dis charged CT whose discharge con- tains detrimental remarks about his physical condition may return it to the Adjutant General in Washington, and receive the new form.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Bradley Pilots Who Made Life
 Tough for Nazis Receive DFC's

Two Bradley Field Flying In- structors, It. Francis w. Hennin, Jr., and It. Louis Mastriani, were awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross during ceremonies at the Base gym last Saturday at which the families of IT other airmen who are missing or killed in action were also presented medals.
 Fought Seven ME-109's
 It. Hennin, whose home town is Newark, N. J., received the DEC for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights as pilot of a P-40. On 13 August 1943, as It. Hennin completed his bombing run in an attack on enemy shipping in the Messina Straits, he was attacked by an ME-109. When he turned to engage the enemy fighter, six other ME-109's dived upon him from out of the sun. Displaying outstanding courage and superior tactical skill in the long-running battle which
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09

flight as pilot of a P-40. On 20 October 1943, It. Mastriani led his flight in a strafing attack on enemy communication lines and motor conveys near Arlcona, Italy. Ob- serving a long railroad train, he skillfully led his flight through heavy anti-aircraft fire in two at tacks, the last of which resulted in a tremendous explosion which shot flames more than $500 feet into the air, destroying more than thir- ty freight cars and many ad- jacent buildings. As he turned for home, the Lieutenant strafed a large motor convoy, destroying five vehicles. He has flown more than ninety combat missions throughout the North African, Sicilian and Italian campaigns and voluntarily continued combat fly ing after completing his tour of duty. He also holds the Air Medal with one Silver and one Bronze Oak leaf cluster.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
John R. Carlson to Speak
 on Sabotage in the U. S"

MT. John Roy Carlson, author of the best-seller, Under Cover" will address Bradleyites Thursday morning on the topic of Sabotage in the United States" MT. Carl sons talks will be given in the Base gym at 0815 and 1000 and are must" for all Bradley GIs.
 Formerly newspaperman, Mir. Carlson has also written for many magazines including American Mercury, Liberty, Christian Herald", and "The Churchman", The Nation" and "New Republic. He has collaborated with the FBI in Investigating subversive move ments and pseudo-patriotic organ izations. Judging from the interest showed in his now famous book, and the experience he has had in the subject which will be highlight- ed in his lecture, MT. Carlson's talk should prove especially stimu- lating and interesting for all who attend.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Buying Bonds?
 ~ A~ :~. AAA YA

In order that this Base may meet its Sixth War Bond Drive Quota of over $37,0O0, it is im- perative that all personnel CO., operate to the fullest extent.
 It is the desire of Colonel HI. E. Johnson, Base Commander, that every Officer subscribe to an allotment of at least $18.75 per month and in addition purchase $50 Bond if a Major or higher ranking Officer, and a $25 Bond if below the rank of Major. Also that enlisted men of the first three grades purchase at least one extra Bond for cash and men of the last four grades subscribe to an allotment of at least one GI Bond per month.
 To do our share-ALL must participate.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09

ensued, he damaged one enemy aircraft and continued to outright his attackers until his own plane was so heavily damaged that he no longer could gain altitude. Se- riously wounded and weak from loss of blood, he broke off combat by diving into a cloud layer. He then sighted a friendly gun boat and, parachuting to the water, was rescued by the boat crew. He has participated in many combat mis- sions throughout the Middle East ern, Pantellerian and Sicilian cam paigns. It. Hennin was also pre- sented with the Air Medal during the ceremonies for participating in 10 sorties against the enemy in the Middle East Theater.
 Destroyed Enemy Train
 It. Louis Mastriani, of Schenec- tady, N.Y., was also awarded the DEC. The Lieutenant received this award for extraordinary achieve ment while participating in aerial
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Ex-Bradley Wac Meets Husband In England

Fate lent hand to a former Bradley Wac, Cpl. Mildred Tous- saint, and her husband Paul, a Master Sergeant in Combat 1ntei- 1igence, when the two were recent ly reunited in England.
 Word has been received at the Base Special Service Office where Cpl. Toussaint was formerly on duty that her husband arrived in England a week after she herself landed on that island of tea, crum- pets and courage. In her letter, Cpl. Toussaint reported that she and Paul meet frequently in Lon don and see more of each other now than they did when both were based in the States, she at Brad ley and Paul in the South. She also reports that her hubby was pro- noted from PFC to Master Ser geant and that they hope to rent a garret in Paris in the near fI1tJre
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
St. Joseph s Choir at Chapel Sunday For Second Mass

The choir from St. Joseph's Church, Sufield, Conn.,, will pro- vide special music for the HOO Mass in the Base Chapel on De- eember 10th. Composed in part of civilian employees of this Base, this choir has in the past presented beautiful programs. The choral group has prepared special music for this occasion, and many mem- bers of the Base have expressed their pleasure on it's return.
 The choir is under the direction of Sister Emily, and our thanks are given to Rev. Anthony, Pastor, through whose kindness this group appears.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Mass Exodus of GIs From Train at WI
 Confuses Westoverites

It's wise GI who knows his own Base. This is as good lead as any we can think of for this little tale.
 At approximately 04O0 Monday morning two strange GIs with a number of Bradleyites piled out of a taxi at the Main Gate. The cab had picked them up at the Wind sor Locks R.R. Station after they had "debarked" from the 1910 out of New York. It wasn't until they reached the gate that the two GIs realized this wasn't Westover Field.
 Explained the bewildered sol diers, eve woke up suddenly and saw all the GIs getting off the train so we figured they must be heading for Westover and got off the train in a heck of hurry"
 Moral: Always make sure you have extra money for taxi fares.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Band is Commended
 by General Hunter

The 596th AAF Band of this Base has recently received com mendation from Major General Frank OD Hunter, Commanding General of the First Air Force. The commendation was read to the Band by Colonel H. E. Johnson, Base Commander, during the medal presentation ceremonies held at the Base gym last Saturday.
 Following his reading of General Hunters commendation, Colonel Johnson added his own words of praise to those of the General when he thanked CWO Rene Pittet, Bandleader, and members of the Band for the fine work they have done during their years at this Base.
 General Hunters commendation read as follows:
 IT November 1914. SUBJECT: Commentator. THRU: Commanding Officer, Army Air Base, Bradley Field, Conn. TO: Commanding Officer and Mem bers, 596th AAF Band, Bradley Field, Conn.
 1. I have noted with pleasure numerous communications from military and civilian sources com mending the 596th AAF Band.
 2. All tht SC requisites which are the haIlmarks of leadership and discipline such as personal clean Illness, military bearing, appear ance, and conduct on and off duty, are exemplified in the enviable rec ord established and maintained by your organization for the past three years. High regard for your professional attainments is unstint- ingly reflected in the letters which I have noted. The foregoing indi- cates exceptionally noteworthy esprit-de-corps within the organi- zation and demonstrates that as in- dividuals you accomplish your re- spective duties with a high degree of efficiency.
 8. desire to extend my sincere personal commendation to each and every individual for his con- tribution to the honor, prestige, and standing enjoyed by the Army Air Forces throughout the Con- necticut River Valley.
 F. O'D. HUNTER,
 Major General, LISA.
 Commanding.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Apologies

The BEAM wishes to extend it's apologies to Cpl. Tom Caffrey of the Base Photo Lab. Tom took the photos that appeared in the page five picture layout in last weeks issue but the credit line was mad vertently omitted.
Bradley beam., 1944-12-09
Thompsonvile Dance,

Bradleyites have been invited to attend a Dance and Party at the Mt. Carmel Club, Park Avenue, Thompsonville, this evening. The affair will feature dancing from 2OOO to 01OO, refreshments and a floor show.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-03
CLUB NOTES
Chapter Holds OpeNing Meeting


 Miss Fannie l.. Mccormack gave a htoreoptlcon lecture on the subs iept, "A Musical Trip Through Other GAhds," At the opening meeting of Melicent Porter chapter, D. A, R, yesterday afternoon At tho Water bury Womens club. Miss McCor- liiaok told Of Q trip which she took with a group from Vassar college In loS0 under the direction Of Prof. George Dickerson, She described thelr trip to France, Germany, Ausa trlA and England, illustrAtlng her talk by stereoptlcon slides, The group visited the birthplaees and homes of Europes most famous musicians and attended musical ies- tiyAis and operas.
 Miss Mccormack also played sev. eral selections on the plano inolud- ang neethovons "sonata, Opus t4, No. 2. Bach's twenty First Pre- lude"; and Mosart's "Rondo in D Major".
 Mrs. Earl W. plerson, regent, en- neuneed At the meeting that the construction of permanent libraries at Rovernment hospitals will be the var project of theD. A. R. for this year.
 Following the huslneas meeting and Miss MoCormack'S talk, Q soc ciAl hour was held. HosteSses for tho afternoon were the past regents of the chacpter: Mrs, John P. Clark, Mrs. Charles A, Tompleton, Mra, Adrian L. Mulloy, Mrs, Robert w. ptnnison, Mrs, Louis 2. Laun, Mrs, Frederick c, Margraff, Mrs. Robert 6. Walker, Mrs, John W, Potter and Mrs, William A. Service,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-03
John DSiedSic
 Rendered Party

John DsIedEic, seaman second class, of Litcht1eld, was h0n0red Sunday at the homo Of Mrs, Dgled- Eo's mother, Mrs. Hubert Hudson of Torringford. A chicken dinner was served. Cards and games were enjoyed.
 Those present were. MT. and Mrs, Leslie Hudson, Leslie, Jry Caroline and Jeannett0 Hudson Of HilsdAle, N. F.; MT. and Mrs. Burton Morse, Robert, Earl and DoFeen Morse Of New Hartford; MT, and Mrs, William Phillips, Mrs, Aiie0 Phillips Alvie Delden, Jean Jones, John, George, Alice and Earl Phillips of BakeTss vile; Mfr and Mrs. stephen B0dner, Rhoda, Nellie and Stephen Bods neF, jr, Of NoFthfeld; MT, and Mrs, Bort Sleeves, Roy, Albert, Donald and John Stoves Mr, and Mrs, John DziedSle, John, JF., Patricia, Mary, Judith, and Joanna DziedNe Of Litehfieid; MT. and Mrs. Hubert Hudson, Wesley, Larry, Henry and Hubert Hudson, Jr. of T'oFringford {; Mrs, Roland Btlekney, Miss Claudia gtiekney, Mrs, WhAiGn Btiekney, Audrey and Sylvia Btiekney Of Ban- tam; MT. and Mrs, Robert Dean, Mrs. Eleanor Tedeseo, Ralph Ted- esee jr, Of TerryVllie; Mir. and Mrs, John Brbaeher, Pearl and Keith EFbaoher of TorFington, Mir, and Mrs. Wesley Read Mrs. Richard Lane, George and Julie Ann Lane Of WateFVille.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-03
Lecture Series
 Opens Oct. 0h

The opening lecture in c series by Rev. John g. Kennedy Of Hart. ferd, sponsored by tho Waterbury Council of Catholic Women will Dc held Monday eVoninng, october Q, at the WateFI Dry High school auditori. um, FatSsr Kennedy, well known book critic writer and associate edis tor of the Catholic Transcript will discuss current books ia the Mon. day night lecture and in three sucs eeedlng ones,
 Among the books which he will anAlyge are novel from England and Ireland, novels by Americans, biogs Faphies, and war and peace books.
 Mrs. Ruth LaVallee, Conniston avenue. is chairman of the series, and tickets may be reserved by cone taeting her or by calling the Dios eesan Bureau Of Social Service, 50 Church street. The series is open Co tho public, both men and women.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1944-10-03
Contract Bridge
CORNELL BRIDGE CLUB

The Friday afternoon tournament Of the Cornell Bridge club, cons dueted by Mrs, John c, MoriaFty, co Linden street, resulted ia the foi- lowing top scores; north and south Mrs. Mae Walden and Mrs. John Bush, ii3: Mrs. Patrick Cronin and Mrs. A. T. Deeonni6k, Ill; east and west, Mrs, Joseph MeArdle and Mrs Joseph Montambault, l29; Mrs Robert Treat and Mrs. D. W, Rose. brugh, ii2. The official standing Mrs, Treat and Mrs. D. w. Rose. bFugh, li2. The official standlngi Mrs, Treat and Mrs. Rosebrugh 3i3; Mrs. MeAFdle and Mrs. Mon. tambault, 3i2 i.S; Mrs. Bailey and Mrs. May, 300.
 High scorers in the Monday after. noon tournament were: north and south, Mrs, James DulgeF and Mrs Louis Schmidt, iib is2; Mrs, Thomas Maener and Mrs, Joseph ByFRe, Ill leg; east and west, Mrs. James Walsh and Mrs, Theodore Brett. haupt, ii3 i.2; Mrs. D. W. Rose brueh and Mrs. W. c. Bailey, ii0 i.9. The official atandingi Mrs. Bu!- ger and Mrs. Schmidt, 220; Mrs. Walsh and Mrs. BFeithaupt, 22b is2; Mrs. Wagner and Mrs, ByFne, 2oo i-2; Mrs. York and Mrs, Andres, 20o i"2.
 Top scores in the Monday evening tournament were; north and south, Mrs. Richard Wooding and Mrs, Prank Wooding, O i-2; Miss Eileen CFueas and Miss Loretta Vance, ei: east and west, Miss Barbara Holl- man and Miss Berniee D0Fgin, tied with Mrs. John MuFnane and Miss Mary Durhoe. co; Miss Julie oFsini and Miss Lillian castaido, 04. The official standing; Mrs. Yoos and Mrs. skipp, BIO; Mrs. Roy and Mrs, Cocehiola, 300; Mrs. Pickett and Mrs. Sheridan, 2e0 l.2; Miss Maka and Mrs. MaheF, 2e0.