John IJlllnK,er Page Eight Summer school for local youngsters to start on Monday A varied and interesting five-week summer school program open to pre-first through pre-eighth graders will be offered beginning on Monday and continuing on weekdays through Friday. July 29, by !be Sierra Sands Unified School District. According to James C. Georgeau, director of tbe summer programs, primary (pre-first through pre-fourth) classes· will be held at all of tbe district's elementary schools except Vieweg, while tbe elective program is to be conducted at Murray Junior High School. Classes will be in session on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with tbe exception of tbe holiday on Monday, July 4. Already ",der way is a summer program at Burroughs High School, which is being conducted in two sessions-from June 13 to July 29 and from July 5 to Aug. 19. Atotal of 714 students are signed up for the high school courses. with another 833 enrolled in the primary and 811 in tbe elective program. Late registration will be accepted at any time during tbe summer program, and families who will be starting out early on their summer vacations are encouraged to enroll tbeir youngsters in summer school program when tbey return. PrilNlry Program Expanded This is tbe first time that pre-fourth graders have been included in the summer school's primary program. The curriculum for it includes basic academic subjects in Ridgecrest WIll be tbe setting for a gala part of the Fourth of July celebration terms of remedial help and advancement or Fourth of July celebration that will begin at The Ridgecrest City Council started the enrichment, as well as woodwork, leatber 3 p. m. on Independence Day and conclude ball rolling with a $500 t·b t· f work and arts and crafts at a skill level some time after dark ·th fi ks con n u Ion or the . WI a rewor purchase of fireworks, and additional suited to tbe ages of tbe pupils. display. d t· be· Fourth through seventh graders enrolled T . ona IOns are mg sought from clubs in the elective program at Murray Junior o~y Martin, ~ager. of. the Desert organizations and individuals in order u: EmPIre F81r. Inc., IS coordinating plans for raise an estimated $2 000 for th ·ghtt· High School are required to register for four this admission-free comm ·tywide t , e ru one . .. wu even, pyrotechnic display that will b· the da 's classes from a wide choice of offerings that which willmclude games and activities for fun-filled festivities to a fittingnng I Y ranges from mathematics, remedial all ages. . . cone uslon. reading and foreign language courses to Shaded outdoor pimic areas will be Those wishing to add tbeir financial music, woodshop, physical education, ceramics and cooking. av~blefo.rthe use o~those who would like ~u::'!::.=~~;:!:'r~'~~~:"~ to brmg theIr own PlcruC fare, and there will Empire Fair PO Box 1176 Ridgecrest CA A greaUy expanded list of classes in both be a large barbecue ~ up for broiling 93555.' , , academic and non-academic areas is being hamburgers and hot dogs. offered this summer at Burroughs High. Civic-minded groups interested in In addition, hamburgers and bot dogs will Many of tbese classes are in the basic assisting with the Independence Day be on sale at the Knights of Columbus booth subjects which, prior to this summer, have celebration by sponsoring games or special on the fairgrounds, while the Ridgecrest been taught only during tbe regular school events are asked to contact Martin at the Chamber of Commerce will be selling cold year. fairgrounds by calling 375-8000 as soon as beer and soft drinks. possible. The number of certificated personnel who Appetites will be whetted by such ac­ will be involved in tbe summer program tivities as a tug-of-war and greased pole Independence Day Sale totals 32 at Burroughs High, and 26 each at climb for youngsters, and tbere will be an Murray Junior High and for the primary slated at Navy Exchange on-going horseshoe tournament for all ages. as they view " Disaster '76", a spoof of the current program. In addition, a number of student Approximately 75 items will be offered at that two men had run into difficulty at Trail recipients ofthe William B. McLean Award. personnel into an enthusiastic, effective Pie-eating and watermelon-eating contests cinema catastrophe craze . (PG) aides will assist with the instruction. Silberberg, wbo was on travel Wed­ group. following an eight-year teaching career at also will be staged. There will be prizes for reduced prices at tbe Navy Exchange store's UT. 'JU~ Crest - another 1,000 ft. higher up the The award consists of a certificate and a Kansas State College in Manhattan, Kans. the winners of tbese events. Independence Day Sale, which will be held mountain from Trail Camp. nesday, will receive his award at a later "BOBBIE JO AND THE OUTLAWS" (8.4 M in.) medal which is cast in the likeness of Dr. He holds a Ph.D. degree in chemistry from here beginning next Thursday, June 30, and (Conlinued .n Page 5) date. Forthose who prefer being indoors during MarjoeGortner, LYnda Carter tbe Massachusetts Institute of Technology. a summer afternoon, air-conditioned continue through Saturday, July 2. (Action Adventure) The winner of a " quick Featured among tbe items which will go on draw" rodeo competition is a would·be gunslinger Capt. Haff, who is currenUy the acting Joshua Hall will be open, chairs will be set Capt. Wilson to become head of Public Works Dept. (Gortner) who idolizes Jesse James. Stealing a NWC Vice Commander, was recognized for sale at 20 to 30 per cent off tbeir regular prices up, and music and other fonns of en- SOUped.up Mustang car, he leads a state trooper liis outstanding individual achievement in a~e sleeping bags, golf equipment, fishing the field of management while assigned to tbe Naval Weapons Center. In tbe citation that accompanied presentation of the (Conlinued .n Page 3) on a wild chase that ends in disas.ter. (R) Duties and responsibilities of Public petroleum engineering in August 1964, and education behind him, the new head of tbe Information available kits, camera outfits, health and beauty aids Works Officer and head of the Public Works then was enrolled in the post graduate Public Works Department became tbe Free movie matinee set and laundry needs. A series of free Saturday matinees, for Department at tbe Naval Weapons Center program of tbe California Oil Company's .Officer-ifl.OIarge of the naval petroleum on recreation areas Specials in the Men's Shop will include will be taken over on July 1by Capt. Robert Western Division in Denver, Colo., until and oil shale reserves in Colorado, Utah and adults as well as children, will be shown on short sleeve shirts and tube socks while May 1965. Saturdays at the Center Theater beginning B. Wilson. midwest WYOlning through April 1967. in Sierra Nevada bikini briefs and koee-bigh nylons will be on tomorrow and continuing for 12 weeks. Capt. Wilson, a veteran of 21 years of With this specialized training and For the next two years he was assigned to sale in the women's department. With school out and summer vacation at The doors will open at 1 p.m. and the service as a Navy officer, will replace Capt. - U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion h:md, many people will be traveling to tbe Two evenings of disco program, consisting of a short subject and a William F. Daniel, Jr., who has been FIVE - first as executive officer and later SIerra Nevada Mountains on vacation trips. main feature, will begin at 1:30. assigned to headquarters of the Naval as commanding officer- and was then sent music set at The Shuttle As an assist to such persons, tbe U.S. All movies are rated G and range from Facilities Engineering Command in to Washington, D.C., to serve as Director of Ron Penny will be playing disco music at Forest Service is providing information on Washington, D.C., after serving as head of the Seabee Division, Naval Facilities "vintage" westerns and sea stories to World the Shuttle (Enlisted Club) tonight and recreation facilities that are available as Engineering Command, until May 1972. War IT adventure films and science fiction. Code 26 for the past 2'n years. again tomorrow night from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. well as fire danger information. It can be The new bead of the Public Works A tour of duty..as executive officer of tbe Scheduled for this Saturday are "The !loth evenings. obtained by calling: Public Works Center in Norfolk, Va., then Buckaroo Sheriff of Texas" and a short Department was commissioned as a line In addition, reservations are now being followed prior to an assignment with tbe Bureau of Land Management in Baker­ ensign in the Navy in June 1956, following story entitled "Barney and the Choir." taken for a top sirloin steak dinner to be sfield, (805) 861-4191; Sequoia National his graduation from Duke University in Atlantic Division of the Naval Facilities ..A. u .s. Governrnefl' Printing Office : served on July 1at The ShutUe at a cost of $7 Forest, Porterville (209) 784-1500. )..[ 1976 - No 1032 Durham, N.C., with a bacbelor of science From: PLACE STAMP HERE To: Engineering Command as acquisition of­ per couple. Dancing to the Stumpbreakers, California Department of Forestry ~ degree in mecbanical engineering. ficer. a local soft rock band, will also be included. Fresno (209) 222-3714; Sequoia and Kings Assigned initially to duty at the U.S. Capt. Wilson is coming to China Lake ON EXHIBIT - Inspired by century­ Interested persons are urged to call The Canyon National Parks (209) 56>335l. Naval Station in Newport, R.I., he com­ following completion of specialized course old New Guinea sculpture, Cerro Coso Shuttle at ~969 to assure seating ac­ (~hers are: .Owens Valley Interagency pleted the Civil Engineer Officers' School in work as a student at the Naval War College Community College art student Eunice commodations. VISItor Center m Lone Pine, (714) 876-4589; 1958 and joined the ranks of CEC officers. in Newport, R.I. Covert recreated the style in an Inyo National Forest in Bishop, (714) 873- CPO Club dance planned Subsequent duties were on the staff of the His decorations include the Bronze Slar 'aluminum clsting mounted on walnut. 5841; Yosemite National Park (209) 372- Anonymous, a contemporarymusic group Commander, Service Forces, AUantic Fleet Medal with Combat "V," a gold star in lieu Her sculpture may be seen in the 4222; Stanislaus National Forest in Sonora from Los Angeles. will be playing for a through 1960and as tbe assistant Officer-in­ of a second SIIch award, and the Meritorious school's second·floor art gallery, along (209) 53:1-9784; Toiyabe National Forest u: dance tOnight at the Chief Petty Officers' Charge of Construction at tbe Naval Station, Service Medal. wilh .ther studenl w.rks. Ihr.ugh the Reno, (702) 784-5331; Eldorado National Club from 8 until 12. Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico, until July Capt. Wilson, who was born in month of June from noon until 7 p.m. on Forest in Placerville, (916) 622-5061; and Dinner special for the evening is a choice 1963. Washington, D.C., is married to tbe former Mon....y through Thursday and .n Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, South between whitefish steak and prime rib, Ayear d. higber education followed at tbe Patricia A. Ingle of Raleigh, N.C. They are Lake Tahoe (916) 544-1130. served from 6 to 9 p.m. University of Texas, where Capt. Wilson Fridays from noon to 3 p.m. the parents of three children, Ellen, Eric June 24. 1977 ROCKETEER SHOWBOAT MOVIE RATINGS The objective of the ratings is to inform parents about the suitability of movie content for viewing by their children . (G) · ALL AGES ADMITTED General Audiences (PG) . ALL AGES ADMITTED Parental Guidance Suggested (R) . RESTRICTED Under 17 requires accompanying Parent 0,.. Adult Guardian CS . Cinemascope STD . Standard Movie Screen Regular starting time- 7: 30 p.m . Program SUbjec:t to change without notice - pluse check marquee. hard way something about the hazards of "AT THE EARTH' S CORE" (90 Min.) being unprepared for inclement weather Doug McClure, Peter Cushing while on a climb up Mt. Whitney last Sun­ (Science Fiction) A hllge burrowing mach ine day. nicknamed " The I ron Mole" (created by scientist FRI. 24JUNE Dr . The two mountaineers, Charlie Brown ONE. TWO. THREE - Going .ver the fine poinls.f classic bump and grind style are Lenore Edwards, who plays Mamma Rose in the upcoming Community Light Opera and Theater Association production of "Gypsy," and the show's diredor, Robbie R.bbins. who als. choreographed Ihis number. This play. which c.ncerns lhe life .f famed slripper Gypsy R.se Lee. will be perf.rmed al the Burroughs High Schoo. lecture Center on July 8, " 15 and 16. Tickets, priced at 54 for adults and 52.50 for stUdents, senior citizens and enlisted military personnel, are on sale althe Gill Mart, Medical Arts Pharmacy and the Importium. all in Ridgecrest_ Gala Fourth of JulJ fete to be held at.Desert Empire Fairgrounds .The Desert EmpIre F:urgrounds in tertainment are being planned inside as Perry- Peter Cushing) is ready for an ex­ per-imental run before undertaking its main and Sam Gonzales, were the victims of taSk-that of piercing the earth's core and ex­ exhaustion and numbing cold brought on by ploring the mysteries deep beneath the surface of snow and below-freezing temperatures our planet. The machine begins its downward trek. Suddenly, tunneling out of contr~ at a when forced (unexpectedly) to spend ferocious speed, it cuts through to the center of the Sunday night on the mountain. earth. Here a strange ciyiliation is encountered Thanks, however, to the availability of the in which prehistoric animals dwell along with predatory humans. (PG) Naval Weapons Center's search and rescue SAT. 2SJUNE UH1N "Huey" helicopter, the problem of "THE HUMAN FACTOR" (96Min.) getting them off tbe mountain safely was George Kennedy, John Mills handled routinely and without incident. Mclean Award was m_ by Dr. Marguerite Rogers (al righll, (Drilma) This film is a gripping account Of one SPECIAL HONOR BESTOWED - Ouring a luncheon held Helicopter Pressed to Limit man's singleminded vendetta against a highly Wednesday at the Commissioned Officers' Mess, capt. Frederic .n behalf.f R. M. Hillyer, ading Technical Dirwctor. t. Samuel organized gang of terrorists who brutally, and Even at that, however, according to U. H. M. Kinley (al lell). NWC C.mlNlnder, presenled L. T. E. A. Miller. A second recipienl of the McLHn Award, George without motive, massacred his wife and children. (R) Col. D. E. P. Miller, USMC, pilot, the Thompson Awards I. (I. -r.1 tapt. William B. Half, Dr. Guy W. Siloerberg. was unable 10 be present for the c....m.ny. bul will MON. 27 JUNE powerful helicopter was pressed to the limit Leonard and Milton K. Burford. Presenlalion .f Ihe William B. receive his award at a IiIter datt. -Photo by Ron Allen "KING KONG" (134 M in.) of its capability to land and lift off with two Jeff Bridges, Jessica Lange crew members (AD2 AI Ortiz and AD3 Bill (Drama) In this remake of the renowned 1933 5 of NWe's outstanding emplofees singled Rossi), three members of the China Lake spectacular, the giant ape King Kong is again Mountain Rescue Group and the two captured and displayed in New York. Breaking out of his cage, he creates havoc in the city until exhausted mountain climbers on board, out to recei,e Thompson, McLean Awards he finally meets his end when his bullet·ridden since the pickup was made at an elevation body falls from the top of the towering World of 12,500 ft. Five of the Naval Weapon's Center's Up until this time, nine military and 47 Thompson that is inscribed with tbe Trade Center complex. (PG) WED. 29JUNE First word of tbe predicament of tbe two outstanding employees were honored at a civilian employees of the Naval Weapons recipient's name and tbe words, "In men from Lancaster was received by Dr. luncheon this past Wednesday during which Center have received the Thompson Award recognition of outstanding contribution to "A SMALL TOWN IN TEXAS" (95Min. ) T imothy Bottoms, Susan George Bill Stronge, CLMRG team leader, from a tbe L.T.E. Thompson Award (tbe Center's "for outstanding contribution to the ad­ tbe advancement of ordnance." (Action Drilmil) Poke (Timothy Bottoms ) - the deputy sheriff in Lone Pine at 4 a.m. highest recognition for outstanding in­ vancement of ordnance and thus the forces Dr. Leonard, wbo is currently tbe head of small town's wild one, football hero, hard drinker Monday. As be and two otber CLMRG dividual achievement) and tbe William B. of the U.S. Navy." tbe Engineering Department, was singled and general hell·raiser-is released from prison McLean Award (which recognizes ex­ By presentation of this award, tbe Center outto receive tbe Thompson Award "for his after serving a three-year sentence and returns to members - B. J. Holden and Rick Davis ­ Texas to clear his name. He has a burning desire were getting together as an advance party ceptional creativity) were presented. pays tribute to its first Technic~ Director. demonstrated personal dedication and to get even with the town sheriff, who he feels Capt. F. H. M. Kinley, NWC Commander, who was tbe first person to receive tbe foresight in tbe fields of propulsion, to size up the situation tbey were notified framed him. He is also anxious to see his girl that the Navy helicopter was about ready was joined by Dr. M. M. Rogers, acting for award. Through his leadership, vision, and pyrotechnics, and energy self-sufficiency. friend, who bore h im a child out Of wedlock. (PGl FR!. 1 JULY for takeoff at 5:30. R. M. Hillyer, the acting Technical persistent efforts, Dr. Thompson gatbered His leadership skills and technical expertise Director, in making the presentations. at China Lake a strong complement of bave paved tbe way for the identification of "DRIVE IN" (96Min.l The "chopper," with U. Col. Miller at tbe Singled out for this special distinction outstanding men and women. the problems of tbe future and the Lisa Lemole, Gary Cavagnaro controls, landed at Trail Camp - the last (Comedy) Thedriye-in of a small Southwestern The success of tbe Center in the field of development of workable solutions, thus camping spot on the trail to the top of Mt. were Dr. Guy W. Leonard, Capt. William B. town is the gathering place where an assortment Haff, and Milton K. Burford, who each ordnance has been in great part due to the bringing much recognition to the Nav Whitney, and Dr. Stronge and the other Of characters resolve a series of teenage dilemas received the L.T.E. Thompson Award, and initial guidance o( Dr. Thompson and to his Weapons Center and tbe Department of the through a variety Of comic escapades. The CLMRG members learned from some Boy opening scene introduces the central characters Scouts who were camped at the lake there Samuel A. Miller and George G. Silberberg, skill in integrating military and civilian Navy." Dr. Leonard came to China Lake in 1957 INSIDE ... Army Liaison Officer Retires .. . ..... .. ...2 $6,400 Raised for Navy Relief ......... . ...3 EEO Conunittee Seeks Applicants .. ... .. .4 June 24, 1977 Employee Attends Scuba Diving Class ....5 Nevel Weapons Cent.r (hiM lake ~rts ..................... ... ...... ... . .6 Celltorni, Vol. XXXII, No. 25 nwc rocke'eel Summer Scbool Starts Monday ... ... ... ..8 Navy helicopter plays key role in mt. rescue Two Lancaster area residents learned the received a master of science degree in Capl. Robert B. Wilson and Wendy. Turn in timecards early next Friday All personnel who are responsible for submission of employee timecards are reminded that because of lhe upcoming holiday .n Monday, July 4. all timecards for the regular work week ending .n July 2 musl be delivered 10 the Payr.1I Office no laler than 11: 15 a.m. next Friday. This is necessary because the processing of timecards must be c.mpleled by next Fri....y f.r lhe payday occurring on July 8. No timecards are to be held out. since failure 10 pr.vide lhe Payr.n Office with an a·ccur.te timecard by the July 1 deadline may result in a delay in pay for the empl.yee. Any overtime worked on Friday 11ight. July 1, or Saturday, July 2, should be submitted on a supplemental time card for payment covering the subsequent pay period. , OCR Text: John IJlllnK,er Page Eight Summer school for local youngsters to start on Monday A varied and interesting five-week summer school program open to pre-first through pre-eighth graders will be offered beginning on Monday and continuing on weekdays through Friday. July 29, by !be Sierra Sands Unified School District. According to James C. Georgeau, director of tbe summer programs, primary (pre-first through pre-fourth) classes· will be held at all of tbe district's elementary schools except Vieweg, while tbe elective program is to be conducted at Murray Junior High School. Classes will be in session on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with tbe exception of tbe holiday on Monday, July 4. Already ",der way is a summer program at Burroughs High School, which is being conducted in two sessions-from June 13 to July 29 and from July 5 to Aug. 19. Atotal of 714 students are signed up for the high school courses. with another 833 enrolled in the primary and 811 in tbe elective program. Late registration will be accepted at any time during tbe summer program, and families who will be starting out early on their summer vacations are encouraged to enroll tbeir youngsters in summer school program when tbey return. PrilNlry Program Expanded This is tbe first time that pre-fourth graders have been included in the summer school's primary program. The curriculum for it includes basic academic subjects in Ridgecrest WIll be tbe setting for a gala part of the Fourth of July celebration terms of remedial help and advancement or Fourth of July celebration that will begin at The Ridgecrest City Council started the enrichment, as well as woodwork, leatber 3 p. m. on Independence Day and conclude ball rolling with a $500 t·b t· f work and arts and crafts at a skill level some time after dark ·th fi ks con n u Ion or the . WI a rewor purchase of fireworks, and additional suited to tbe ages of tbe pupils. display. d t· be· Fourth through seventh graders enrolled T . ona IOns are mg sought from clubs in the elective program at Murray Junior o~y Martin, ~ager. of. the Desert organizations and individuals in order u: EmPIre F81r. Inc., IS coordinating plans for raise an estimated $2 000 for th ·ghtt· High School are required to register for four this admission-free comm ·tywide t , e ru one . .. wu even, pyrotechnic display that will b· the da 's classes from a wide choice of offerings that which willmclude games and activities for fun-filled festivities to a fittingnng I Y ranges from mathematics, remedial all ages. . . cone uslon. reading and foreign language courses to Shaded outdoor pimic areas will be Those wishing to add tbeir financial music, woodshop, physical education, ceramics and cooking. av~blefo.rthe use o~those who would like ~u::'!::.=~~;:!:'r~'~~~:"~ to brmg theIr own PlcruC fare, and there will Empire Fair PO Box 1176 Ridgecrest CA A greaUy expanded list of classes in both be a large barbecue ~ up for broiling 93555.' , , academic and non-academic areas is being hamburgers and hot dogs. offered this summer at Burroughs High. Civic-minded groups interested in In addition, hamburgers and bot dogs will Many of tbese classes are in the basic assisting with the Independence Day be on sale at the Knights of Columbus booth subjects which, prior to this summer, have celebration by sponsoring games or special on the fairgrounds, while the Ridgecrest been taught only during tbe regular school events are asked to contact Martin at the Chamber of Commerce will be selling cold year. fairgrounds by calling 375-8000 as soon as beer and soft drinks. possible. The number of certificated personnel who Appetites will be whetted by such ac­ will be involved in tbe summer program tivities as a tug-of-war and greased pole Independence Day Sale totals 32 at Burroughs High, and 26 each at climb for youngsters, and tbere will be an Murray Junior High and for the primary slated at Navy Exchange on-going horseshoe tournament for all ages. as they view " Disaster '76", a spoof of the current program. In addition, a number of student Approximately 75 items will be offered at that two men had run into difficulty at Trail recipients ofthe William B. McLean Award. personnel into an enthusiastic, effective Pie-eating and watermelon-eating contests cinema catastrophe craze . (PG) aides will assist with the instruction. Silberberg, wbo was on travel Wed­ group. following an eight-year teaching career at also will be staged. There will be prizes for reduced prices at tbe Navy Exchange store's UT. 'JU~ Crest - another 1,000 ft. higher up the The award consists of a certificate and a Kansas State College in Manhattan, Kans. the winners of tbese events. Independence Day Sale, which will be held mountain from Trail Camp. nesday, will receive his award at a later "BOBBIE JO AND THE OUTLAWS" (8.4 M in.) medal which is cast in the likeness of Dr. He holds a Ph.D. degree in chemistry from here beginning next Thursday, June 30, and (Conlinued .n Page 5) date. Forthose who prefer being indoors during MarjoeGortner, LYnda Carter tbe Massachusetts Institute of Technology. a summer afternoon, air-conditioned continue through Saturday, July 2. (Action Adventure) The winner of a " quick Featured among tbe items which will go on draw" rodeo competition is a would·be gunslinger Capt. Haff, who is currenUy the acting Joshua Hall will be open, chairs will be set Capt. Wilson to become head of Public Works Dept. (Gortner) who idolizes Jesse James. Stealing a NWC Vice Commander, was recognized for sale at 20 to 30 per cent off tbeir regular prices up, and music and other fonns of en- SOUped.up Mustang car, he leads a state trooper liis outstanding individual achievement in a~e sleeping bags, golf equipment, fishing the field of management while assigned to tbe Naval Weapons Center. In tbe citation that accompanied presentation of the (Conlinued .n Page 3) on a wild chase that ends in disas.ter. (R) Duties and responsibilities of Public petroleum engineering in August 1964, and education behind him, the new head of tbe Information available kits, camera outfits, health and beauty aids Works Officer and head of the Public Works then was enrolled in the post graduate Public Works Department became tbe Free movie matinee set and laundry needs. A series of free Saturday matinees, for Department at tbe Naval Weapons Center program of tbe California Oil Company's .Officer-ifl.OIarge of the naval petroleum on recreation areas Specials in the Men's Shop will include will be taken over on July 1by Capt. Robert Western Division in Denver, Colo., until and oil shale reserves in Colorado, Utah and adults as well as children, will be shown on short sleeve shirts and tube socks while May 1965. Saturdays at the Center Theater beginning B. Wilson. midwest WYOlning through April 1967. in Sierra Nevada bikini briefs and koee-bigh nylons will be on tomorrow and continuing for 12 weeks. Capt. Wilson, a veteran of 21 years of With this specialized training and For the next two years he was assigned to sale in the women's department. With school out and summer vacation at The doors will open at 1 p.m. and the service as a Navy officer, will replace Capt. - U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion h:md, many people will be traveling to tbe Two evenings of disco program, consisting of a short subject and a William F. Daniel, Jr., who has been FIVE - first as executive officer and later SIerra Nevada Mountains on vacation trips. main feature, will begin at 1:30. assigned to headquarters of the Naval as commanding officer- and was then sent music set at The Shuttle As an assist to such persons, tbe U.S. All movies are rated G and range from Facilities Engineering Command in to Washington, D.C., to serve as Director of Ron Penny will be playing disco music at Forest Service is providing information on Washington, D.C., after serving as head of the Seabee Division, Naval Facilities "vintage" westerns and sea stories to World the Shuttle (Enlisted Club) tonight and recreation facilities that are available as Engineering Command, until May 1972. War IT adventure films and science fiction. Code 26 for the past 2'n years. again tomorrow night from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. well as fire danger information. It can be The new bead of the Public Works A tour of duty..as executive officer of tbe Scheduled for this Saturday are "The !loth evenings. obtained by calling: Public Works Center in Norfolk, Va., then Buckaroo Sheriff of Texas" and a short Department was commissioned as a line In addition, reservations are now being followed prior to an assignment with tbe Bureau of Land Management in Baker­ ensign in the Navy in June 1956, following story entitled "Barney and the Choir." taken for a top sirloin steak dinner to be sfield, (805) 861-4191; Sequoia National his graduation from Duke University in Atlantic Division of the Naval Facilities ..A. u .s. Governrnefl' Printing Office : served on July 1at The ShutUe at a cost of $7 Forest, Porterville (209) 784-1500. )..[ 1976 - No 1032 Durham, N.C., with a bacbelor of science From: PLACE STAMP HERE To: Engineering Command as acquisition of­ per couple. Dancing to the Stumpbreakers, California Department of Forestry ~ degree in mecbanical engineering. ficer. a local soft rock band, will also be included. Fresno (209) 222-3714; Sequoia and Kings Assigned initially to duty at the U.S. Capt. Wilson is coming to China Lake ON EXHIBIT - Inspired by century­ Interested persons are urged to call The Canyon National Parks (209) 56>335l. Naval Station in Newport, R.I., he com­ following completion of specialized course old New Guinea sculpture, Cerro Coso Shuttle at ~969 to assure seating ac­ (~hers are: .Owens Valley Interagency pleted the Civil Engineer Officers' School in work as a student at the Naval War College Community College art student Eunice commodations. VISItor Center m Lone Pine, (714) 876-4589; 1958 and joined the ranks of CEC officers. in Newport, R.I. Covert recreated the style in an Inyo National Forest in Bishop, (714) 873- CPO Club dance planned Subsequent duties were on the staff of the His decorations include the Bronze Slar 'aluminum clsting mounted on walnut. 5841; Yosemite National Park (209) 372- Anonymous, a contemporarymusic group Commander, Service Forces, AUantic Fleet Medal with Combat "V," a gold star in lieu Her sculpture may be seen in the 4222; Stanislaus National Forest in Sonora from Los Angeles. will be playing for a through 1960and as tbe assistant Officer-in­ of a second SIIch award, and the Meritorious school's second·floor art gallery, along (209) 53:1-9784; Toiyabe National Forest u: dance tOnight at the Chief Petty Officers' Charge of Construction at tbe Naval Station, Service Medal. wilh .ther studenl w.rks. Ihr.ugh the Reno, (702) 784-5331; Eldorado National Club from 8 until 12. Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico, until July Capt. Wilson, who was born in month of June from noon until 7 p.m. on Forest in Placerville, (916) 622-5061; and Dinner special for the evening is a choice 1963. Washington, D.C., is married to tbe former Mon....y through Thursday and .n Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, South between whitefish steak and prime rib, Ayear d. higber education followed at tbe Patricia A. Ingle of Raleigh, N.C. They are Lake Tahoe (916) 544-1130. served from 6 to 9 p.m. University of Texas, where Capt. Wilson Fridays from noon to 3 p.m. the parents of three children, Ellen, Eric June 24. 1977 ROCKETEER SHOWBOAT MOVIE RATINGS The objective of the ratings is to inform parents about the suitability of movie content for viewing by their children . (G) · ALL AGES ADMITTED General Audiences (PG) . ALL AGES ADMITTED Parental Guidance Suggested (R) . RESTRICTED Under 17 requires accompanying Parent 0,.. Adult Guardian CS . Cinemascope STD . Standard Movie Screen Regular starting time- 7: 30 p.m . Program SUbjec:t to change without notice - pluse check marquee. hard way something about the hazards of "AT THE EARTH' S CORE" (90 Min.) being unprepared for inclement weather Doug McClure, Peter Cushing while on a climb up Mt. Whitney last Sun­ (Science Fiction) A hllge burrowing mach ine day. nicknamed " The I ron Mole" (created by scientist FRI. 24JUNE Dr . The two mountaineers, Charlie Brown ONE. TWO. THREE - Going .ver the fine poinls.f classic bump and grind style are Lenore Edwards, who plays Mamma Rose in the upcoming Community Light Opera and Theater Association production of "Gypsy," and the show's diredor, Robbie R.bbins. who als. choreographed Ihis number. This play. which c.ncerns lhe life .f famed slripper Gypsy R.se Lee. will be perf.rmed al the Burroughs High Schoo. lecture Center on July 8, " 15 and 16. Tickets, priced at 54 for adults and 52.50 for stUdents, senior citizens and enlisted military personnel, are on sale althe Gill Mart, Medical Arts Pharmacy and the Importium. all in Ridgecrest_ Gala Fourth of JulJ fete to be held at.Desert Empire Fairgrounds .The Desert EmpIre F:urgrounds in tertainment are being planned inside as Perry- Peter Cushing) is ready for an ex­ per-imental run before undertaking its main and Sam Gonzales, were the victims of taSk-that of piercing the earth's core and ex­ exhaustion and numbing cold brought on by ploring the mysteries deep beneath the surface of snow and below-freezing temperatures our planet. The machine begins its downward trek. Suddenly, tunneling out of contr~ at a when forced (unexpectedly) to spend ferocious speed, it cuts through to the center of the Sunday night on the mountain. earth. Here a strange ciyiliation is encountered Thanks, however, to the availability of the in which prehistoric animals dwell along with predatory humans. (PG) Naval Weapons Center's search and rescue SAT. 2SJUNE UH1N "Huey" helicopter, the problem of "THE HUMAN FACTOR" (96Min.) getting them off tbe mountain safely was George Kennedy, John Mills handled routinely and without incident. Mclean Award was m_ by Dr. Marguerite Rogers (al righll, (Drilma) This film is a gripping account Of one SPECIAL HONOR BESTOWED - Ouring a luncheon held Helicopter Pressed to Limit man's singleminded vendetta against a highly Wednesday at the Commissioned Officers' Mess, capt. Frederic .n behalf.f R. M. Hillyer, ading Technical Dirwctor. t. Samuel organized gang of terrorists who brutally, and Even at that, however, according to U. H. M. Kinley (al lell). NWC C.mlNlnder, presenled L. T. E. A. Miller. A second recipienl of the McLHn Award, George without motive, massacred his wife and children. (R) Col. D. E. P. Miller, USMC, pilot, the Thompson Awards I. (I. -r.1 tapt. William B. Half, Dr. Guy W. Siloerberg. was unable 10 be present for the c....m.ny. bul will MON. 27 JUNE powerful helicopter was pressed to the limit Leonard and Milton K. Burford. Presenlalion .f Ihe William B. receive his award at a IiIter datt. -Photo by Ron Allen "KING KONG" (134 M in.) of its capability to land and lift off with two Jeff Bridges, Jessica Lange crew members (AD2 AI Ortiz and AD3 Bill (Drama) In this remake of the renowned 1933 5 of NWe's outstanding emplofees singled Rossi), three members of the China Lake spectacular, the giant ape King Kong is again Mountain Rescue Group and the two captured and displayed in New York. Breaking out of his cage, he creates havoc in the city until exhausted mountain climbers on board, out to recei,e Thompson, McLean Awards he finally meets his end when his bullet·ridden since the pickup was made at an elevation body falls from the top of the towering World of 12,500 ft. Five of the Naval Weapon's Center's Up until this time, nine military and 47 Thompson that is inscribed with tbe Trade Center complex. (PG) WED. 29JUNE First word of tbe predicament of tbe two outstanding employees were honored at a civilian employees of the Naval Weapons recipient's name and tbe words, "In men from Lancaster was received by Dr. luncheon this past Wednesday during which Center have received the Thompson Award recognition of outstanding contribution to "A SMALL TOWN IN TEXAS" (95Min. ) T imothy Bottoms, Susan George Bill Stronge, CLMRG team leader, from a tbe L.T.E. Thompson Award (tbe Center's "for outstanding contribution to the ad­ tbe advancement of ordnance." (Action Drilmil) Poke (Timothy Bottoms ) - the deputy sheriff in Lone Pine at 4 a.m. highest recognition for outstanding in­ vancement of ordnance and thus the forces Dr. Leonard, wbo is currently tbe head of small town's wild one, football hero, hard drinker Monday. As be and two otber CLMRG dividual achievement) and tbe William B. of the U.S. Navy." tbe Engineering Department, was singled and general hell·raiser-is released from prison McLean Award (which recognizes ex­ By presentation of this award, tbe Center outto receive tbe Thompson Award "for his after serving a three-year sentence and returns to members - B. J. Holden and Rick Davis ­ Texas to clear his name. He has a burning desire were getting together as an advance party ceptional creativity) were presented. pays tribute to its first Technic~ Director. demonstrated personal dedication and to get even with the town sheriff, who he feels Capt. F. H. M. Kinley, NWC Commander, who was tbe first person to receive tbe foresight in tbe fields of propulsion, to size up the situation tbey were notified framed him. He is also anxious to see his girl that the Navy helicopter was about ready was joined by Dr. M. M. Rogers, acting for award. Through his leadership, vision, and pyrotechnics, and energy self-sufficiency. friend, who bore h im a child out Of wedlock. (PGl FR!. 1 JULY for takeoff at 5:30. R. M. Hillyer, the acting Technical persistent efforts, Dr. Thompson gatbered His leadership skills and technical expertise Director, in making the presentations. at China Lake a strong complement of bave paved tbe way for the identification of "DRIVE IN" (96Min.l The "chopper," with U. Col. Miller at tbe Singled out for this special distinction outstanding men and women. the problems of tbe future and the Lisa Lemole, Gary Cavagnaro controls, landed at Trail Camp - the last (Comedy) Thedriye-in of a small Southwestern The success of tbe Center in the field of development of workable solutions, thus camping spot on the trail to the top of Mt. were Dr. Guy W. Leonard, Capt. William B. town is the gathering place where an assortment Haff, and Milton K. Burford, who each ordnance has been in great part due to the bringing much recognition to the Nav Whitney, and Dr. Stronge and the other Of characters resolve a series of teenage dilemas received the L.T.E. Thompson Award, and initial guidance o( Dr. Thompson and to his Weapons Center and tbe Department of the through a variety Of comic escapades. The CLMRG members learned from some Boy opening scene introduces the central characters Scouts who were camped at the lake there Samuel A. Miller and George G. Silberberg, skill in integrating military and civilian Navy." Dr. Leonard came to China Lake in 1957 INSIDE ... Army Liaison Officer Retires .. . ..... .. ...2 $6,400 Raised for Navy Relief ......... . ...3 EEO Conunittee Seeks Applicants .. ... .. .4 June 24, 1977 Employee Attends Scuba Diving Class ....5 Nevel Weapons Cent.r (hiM lake ~rts ..................... ... ...... ... . .6 Celltorni, Vol. XXXII, No. 25 nwc rocke'eel Summer Scbool Starts Monday ... ... ... ..8 Navy helicopter plays key role in mt. rescue Two Lancaster area residents learned the received a master of science degree in Capl. Robert B. Wilson and Wendy. Turn in timecards early next Friday All personnel who are responsible for submission of employee timecards are reminded that because of lhe upcoming holiday .n Monday, July 4. all timecards for the regular work week ending .n July 2 musl be delivered 10 the Payr.1I Office no laler than 11: 15 a.m. next Friday. This is necessary because the processing of timecards must be c.mpleled by next Fri....y f.r lhe payday occurring on July 8. No timecards are to be held out. since failure 10 pr.vide lhe Payr.n Office with an a·ccur.te timecard by the July 1 deadline may result in a delay in pay for the empl.yee. Any overtime worked on Friday 11ight. July 1, or Saturday, July 2, should be submitted on a supplemental time card for payment covering the subsequent pay period. , China Lake Museum,Rocketeer Newspaper,Rocketeer 1970s,Rocketeer 1977,Rktr6.24.1977+.pdf,Rktr6.24.1977+.pdf Page 1, Rktr6.24.1977+.pdf Page 1