The White Falcon


The White Falcon - 31.03.1978, Blaðsíða 2

The White Falcon - 31.03.1978, Blaðsíða 2
Page 2 White Falcon March 31, 1978 Exchange news by Darlene Johnson AF Aid Society Help when you need it Faced with a temporary financial emergency? Don't know where to turn? Perhaps the Air Force Aid Society can help! Over the years the Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) has provided emergency financial assistance to thousands of Air Force members and families to help them through unforeseen difficulties. The society has recently expanded its policies to further the Air Force phi- losophy of "taking care of its own." Because each case is considered on its own merits, it is not possible to develop a list of all circumstances which qualify for assistance. As a rule of thumb, an emergency is gener- ally defined as an unforeseen occur- rence, requiring an urgent remedy. Applying for assistance is a simple matter. Just contact your AFAS officer at the AFI personnel office. Fill out an application and AFI personnel will contact the national headquaters.. If a need is deter- mined, the society will write the check. Air Force Aid Society assistance is provided only to Air Force members and their families. This included retirees as well as dependents of mem- bers who die on active duty or in retirement. AFAS provided some $1.6 million in loans to some 7,500 members and families and grants of approximately $100,000 to about 375 members and their families. Educational loans totaled $2.5 million. The Air Force Aid Society is parti- cularly sensitive to the needs of junior enlisted personnel, including temporary financial problems which may arise as the result of a permanent change of station move. In many cases, the AFAS can provide the necessary cushion to help them through a finan- cial crisis. Your local AFAS officer can provide more details on the program. Getaway luggage For many people, spring and summer seasons mean travel—a time to hit the road, visit friends and see new places. Well, the Navy Exchange has a new as- sortment of luggage, ideal for the oc- casion, regardless of how far or long you intend to travel. The selection ranges from small totes to large-size pieces, in soft-side and hard-shell construction. Also available are attache cases and small suitcases, designed to fit neatly under the seats of most airline carriers. The money you save on Navy Exchange luggage can make your getaway that much more enjoyable. Feel spring fresh The arrival of spring and wearing freshly laundered clothes develops a fresh outlook on life. So take advan- tage of the quality laundry/dry clean- ing service provided by your Navy Exchange and enjoy a fresh outlook on life throughout the year. New car sales New car sales can offer an added savings to Navy Exchange authorized pa- trons through the following major auto- mobile manufacturers' represenatives: Ford/Chrysler----Mr. Mooney---Taxi Stand General Motors---Mr. Roberts----Re- creation Bldg. American Motors Corp----Mr. Cleaver--- Recreation Bldg. Delivery in the United States nor- mally takes 12 weeks. Orders are begun after receiving a reasonable down payment and you must pay the remaining amount due upon delivery. Orders for 1978 models will be cut off soon, so see the dealer of your choice and have your new car waiting for your arrival in the United States. 32 years young The Navy Resale System actually came into being 32 years ago with the formal establishment of the Ships Store Office on April 1, 1946, by James V. Forrestal, then Secretary of the. Navy. Before that time, Navy resale activi- ties consisted of many fragmented operations, conducted by countless ships and units of the Navy. This disjointed situation evidenced inconsistencies in goods and services provided, as well as logistic and regulatory differences. Clearly, a Navy committee found, there was a pressing need for consoli- dation of the various activities into a structured organization. Such an organization, the committee success- fully reasoned, would result in signi- ficantly improved benefits to Navy members and their authorized dependents. Since the urgency of World War II had subsided, attention was then given to a consolidation plan, approved in February, 1946. During the past 32 years, the Navy Resale System has grown into a multi- faceted network of Navy Exchanges, com- missary stores, Ships Stores Afloat, Military Sealift Command exchanges and Navy Lodges around the world. The goods and services provided by these agencies have been a significant factor in the dramatic improvement of Navy life that has taken place in the last three decades. The Keflavik Navy Exchange, as an important part of the system's struc- ture, proudly shares in the Navy Resale System's heritage and the occa- sion of this anniversary. But, more importantly, NEX proud of its member- ship on a team that is dedicated to providing professional resale services to Navy men and women. Most good things are not easily a- chieve as it is with the many benefits made available by existing Navy Resale System facilities. Many people played a part in making the system what it is today, and many people are doing their utmost to make it even better. Not only congressional and military leaders, but also, the many people all the way down the line as well have contributed. Included are people such as yourself— the loyal customer who recognizes the personal value of the system and actively par- ticipates in protecting it from abuse. With your continued support, the future of the Navy Resale System pro- mises to upstage its impressive past. The NEX staff invites and encourages you to join with NEX this anniversary oc- casion, in its renewed commitment to yet even greater service to the Navy family. Do it yourself and save The high cost of labor has literally transformed the do-it-yourself craze into a permanent way of life. In fact, power and hand tools are selling like never before—15 to 25 percent increase in demand over last year and manufac- turers say the end is nowhere in sight. Unfortunately, the same labor cost escalation also influences the,prices you pay for money-saving tools as well as everything else. If you're a smart consumer, you'll shop now for the tools you want, es- pecially during the April Do-It-Your- self Sale. You'll minimize the possibility of encountering out-of- stock conditions and probably get the best deals. (NEX assumes that you already realize that most items will become more expensive the longer you wait.) One thing is fairly certain: You can count on the Navy Exchange to come through with attractive prices despite inflation. Guaranteed satisfaction Perk up with a quick snack from the different vending machines provided by your exchange for your pleasure and enjoyment. For information or servicing of vending machine, call the Vending De- partment at 4575. 'PWOC What’s that? By Pat Foster The last Thursday of the month has become a special day for many single and unaccompanied personnel. It is on this day that the Protestant Women of the Chapel sponsors a free chili supper, complete with rolls and dessert. What is the Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC) and what is it they do? Every woman who attends the Protes- tant Chapel service on Sunday is considered a member of the PWOC, and is encouraged to participate in its acti- vities . The aims of the PWOC are: To lead women to accept Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; to teach women the history and beliefs of the church through worship and Bible study; to develop prayer, evangelism, stewardship and social service; and to involve women in Chapel work. "We are Workers Together for Christ," became the official motto in 1957. The monthly meeting is held on the first Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Chapel. After general business is discussed, a devotional is given a- long with inspirational programs. The meeting ends with social time. Friday mornings a Bible study is held at 9:30 a.m. at Qtrs. 1045D. Along with the chili supper, the PWOC sends baked goods to Hofn every month, visits the sick, aids those who need the help, presents a plant to new Chapel community members and maintains a constant prayer chain. New projects are always in the mill and ideas are always welcome. The PWOC hope to see you its next meeting, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Chapel. If you have any questions or re- quests, call Charlene Bennett at 7875 or Margaret Dearmond at 7340. A.T. Mahan school lunch menu Monday—Cream of mushroom soup, grilled ham steaks or chili hot dogs, French fried potatoes, buttered green beans, salad, dessert, lemon gelatin and chocolate pudding. Tuesday—French onion soup with crou- tons, Newport fried chicken, brown chicken gravy, mashed potatoes, buttered peas, salad, dessert, strawberry gela- tin and butterscotch pudding. Wednesday—Split pea soup, spaghetti with meat sauce and meatballs or grilled cheese sandwich, French fried potatoes, buttered broccoli, chef's salad, des- sert, lime gelatin, vanilla pudding and garlic bread. Thursday—Minestrone soup, hot open face pork sandwich, brown gravy, mashed potatoes, buttered corn, fruit salad, dessert, orange gelatin and chocolate pudding. Friday—Vegetable soup, Icelandic fish, battered fried shrimp, sloppy joes on toasted buns, baked macaroni and cheese, seasoned peas, salad, lemon gelatin and butterscotch pudding. TOURS & TRAVEL by Madeleine Grimsley Summer excursion rates Great news for families planning to visit the United Kingdom, Scandanavia or Finland this summer. Starting Apr, 1, a family plan is scheduled on the 8- 21 day excursions. The head of the family will pay full fare; the rest of the family pays 50 percent of the fare. This fare applies only to the above countries. It adds up to quite a savings. Call the Tour Office for more information. Amsterdam Amsterdam is a wonderful city to visit. It has history, life and warmth. To get an overall view of the city, several tour operators exist* such as Bergmann or American Express. The American Express operates the Amsterdam Sightseeing Tours; departures are daily at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. and last about two and a half hours. You can also take a canal tour of the city from a number of locations. Often on a visit to Amsterdam, the exciting shopping street, so close to the train station, is overlooked. You will find that one of the most interest- ing experiences in Amsterdam is to walk along this narrow shopping street, which parallels the broad Damrak and Rokin Streets. The Damrak is the main avenue from the train station. The way to find the shopping street is to look for the McDonalds at Muntplein. “Red Cross is an organization of physical action,of instantaneous action; it cannot await the ordinary deliberation of organized bodies if it would be of use to suffering humanity..” Clara Barton, Red Cross founder White Falcon Commanding Officer Capt. Jack T. Weir Public Affairs Officer J02 Jerry L. Foster Editorial Staff J02 Ray D. Oosterman AR Karen Mayo Gerald Hansen The White Falcon is published each Friday in accordance with SECNAVINST. 5720.44 for distribution to U. S. military personnel, Naval Station Keflavik, Iceland, and their depen- dents, and to military and civilian employees of the Iceland Defense Force and their families. It is printed in the Naval Station Print Shop from appropriated funds in ac- cordance with NAVEXOS P-35. The opinions and statements made herein are not to be construed as official views of the Department of Defense or the U. S. Government. News items, questions, sugges- tions and comments may be submitted by calling the Naval Station Public Affairs Office at 4612 or by vis- iting the Naval Station Public Af- fairs Office in Bldg. T-44.

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