argus eyes4—No. 4 ANN ARBOR. MICHIGAN February, 1946

*Doy-£fate (food

In the current Argus advertisements these two puppies were models forIfc^picture "It Shouldn't Happen To A Dog" . . . . like all good models they

•*ted (hand in hand) hard to make a good impression. So many inquiriescam<-' in for reprints that publication in Argus Eyes seems in order, not onlyto satisfy those who wanted a copy, but also to put in a plug for one of ourown products. In spite of the extreme enlargement of the 2'/4 x 2'/4 picture,plus the loss of about 30 % in detail, through the coarse screen of the en-gravers, the picture taken at 200th of a second at F 4.5 has lost little in

volume and detail and nothing in general appeal. Exact focusing and goodcomposition, because you see the whole picture before you take it, enabledthe photographer to give his whole attention to a difficult subject and selectthe best possible split second to press the shutter. (Editors note: To all doglovers, aside from the intrinsic worth of the Argoflex picture, this seemsalso a sensible household hint to those who have recently acquired anew puppy)

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ARGUS 111%This paper is an employees' publica-

tion. Its aims are:1. To present news of individual

throughout the two plants.2. To keep former employees now in

the service informed as to what igoing on at Argus, Incorporated.

3. To present up-to-date informationon all problems vital to employeeswhich the war has brought about

4. To give all employees an oppor-tunity to express themselves

No items will be used which will tencto ridicule or embarrass anyone. Humorand good-natured fun, however, are al-ways acceptable.

EDITORIAL STAFFEditor Chas. A. BarkeAssistant Editor . . . . Helen O'SullivanSports Harold Peterson

\ Jerry DavenporPhotographers . . j B

Cartoonist Marie BarbierThe Representatives of each Depart-

ment are responsible that the news o:these Departments reach the desk o:the Editor in the Advertising Depart-ment, Plant 1.

TheSwitchoard Gals

The switchboard has a complete newstaff: Virginia Wilson, formerly withthe WASP is the new supervisor.

Louise Gerrard has returned afteran absence of two and one-half yearsWe're glad to have you back Louise

Last but not least is Evelyn Loy,Louise Gerrard's sister, who is theyoungest member of the switchboardstaff.

Norm Booth

Norm Booth, our new photographer,who formerly served with the ArmyAir Forces as head of a photographicsection, hails from Detroit, Michigan.Norm, with his wife and two year oldson, will make his home in PittsfieldVillage.

SOCIAL SECURITYOne Social Security Card For A Lifetime

Have you got more than one social security card? And do you some-times show one card to your employer and sometimes another? If you aredoing that, you may take a loss when you file a claim for benefits. Oryour family may take a loss when they file a claim.

Why? Because your social security card is the key to your insuranceaccount with Uncle Sam. If you have more than one card, it means youhave more than, one account. It means that the wages reported by youremployers are sometimes credited to one account and sometimes to another.And that may mean trouble when time to draw benefits comes around.

What's the meaning of a social security number anyway? It is somethingto identify your insurance account—something to keep your account fromgetting mixed with somebody else's of the same name. (If your name isSmith, Johnson, Jones, or Williams, there are tens of thousands you can getmixed up with.) And it's of the greatest importance to keep your accountstraight because the benefits you or your family will get depend on thewages recorded in your account.

So if you have more than one social security card, let the nearest SocialSecurity Board office know about it. They will straighten out your accountand tell you which number to use.

And now suppose you lose your card. What then?The thing to do then is to apply at the nearest Social Security Board

office for a duplicate card. Don't ask for a NEW card. Ask for a duplicatecard with the SAME number on it. Then you can be sure that you willhave just one account and that all your wages will be credited in the sameplace. Then when you or your family apply for benefits, there will be notrouble getting everything that's due.

So remember. One card, one number—FOR A LIFETIME.The Social Security Board which serves Washtenaw County is located

at 709 Reynolds Building, Jackson, Michigan. The telephone number is255588.

Thank You' NotesYou've all been wonderful

to me,And I'm as pleased

as punchSo here's a thank you

for each one,And that means all

the bunch.—Bennie Kearney

The flowers you sentcame

just on time,I could look at them

andthey made me feel

fine.These colors of fall,

rust and yellowbright,

On long stems waving,a beautiful

sight.They did help me along

on some lonesomeday,

"Thanks Argus Club",That's all I can say.

—Anna Thorsch

A sincereThank You

for yourthoughtfulness.

-"Bo" Price

I enjoyed the flowers the Argus clubent me while I was ill. Thank you/ery much.

—Nina Walterhouse

PersonnelAlthough this is rather late, it is

our first opportunity to thank Argus,Incorporated for the beautiful turkeys.We are glad that the management chosethis generous and practical way to wishus all a Merry Christmas, and we returna sincere vote of thanks.

Personnel headquarters are tempor-arily in the old storeroom on the secondfloor, with the employment office on thefirst floor, just off general accounting.

Mary Haight entertained us at din-ner the week after New Year's. Maryis a wonderful cook, among otherthings, and the evening is one of ourbetter memories.

Mrs. Radford attended the NationalIndustrial Conference Board meetingsin New York, which began on January17.

Roy H.'s car was lawfully parked infront of his house one day last week,when a driver in a great hurry skinnedoff the left rear fender and slashed atire to pieces. This is not only an in-convenience and an expense to Roy, butit curtails some of his Good Fellowactivities.

Virginia Fox attended a conventionin Detroit on January 22.

Letter From ServicemanWe received a letter from Pfc. Linus

Kneiper, Camp Atterbury, Indiana, whosays he has enjoyed Argus Eyes, andhopes to be home soon and back on thejob. Linus worked in the Grinding De-partment before entering the service.Has been over-seas 18 months, servingin the Medic Division in England, Bel-;uim, Germany and Southern France.

We wish you lots of luck and hope tolave you back soon.

ARGUS PROFILESBy H. J. R.

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SMITH, Leona VelmaAgreeable, industrious machine operator, Plant I, where she has been ener-

getically associated with miscellaneous jobs since October 1936 . . . particularlywelding, at which she became quite efficient. Can currently be seen flitting in andout of the Milling Department whre she is concentrating on exceeding any stan-dards set by the time study men. Was born near Qwosso, Michigan in 1916,went to Jackson High School, where she claims a certain amount of efficiencyin mathematics. Became interested in nursing and worked in a doctor's officefor a while until the more interesting position of housewife presented itself. Now•lives at 717 Dwight Street, Ypsilanti and owns a bright, new house which has afine basement, easily converted she says, into an impressive bar. Belongs to alocal "Bunks" club which reaches the height of its activities in the summermonths, when members wander from house to house. Belongs to the YpsilantiMoose Club, bowls with an average) of 120, and is becoming interested in golf,but admits that her game is still in the questionable stage.

Cost AccountingLady Luck has smiled on Eunice and

Grace. Yep, those gloriously clad gamsare theirs—they got NYLONS the otherday! They have also deserted the ranksof the War Widows, their husbands arecivilians again.

Gertie expects to take off on vaca-tion any day now. That is, as soon asher husband, who at last word, was'waiting at the dock' for transportationhome from Japan, gets here. We hopeit is soon.

We ought to have a skating party sowe can all see Marilyn in her newskating togs. She has a zoomy jacketand that white sweater!! Glenn almostcopped it.

Our Boss-man might be having casualcallers if he doesn't tell us more aboutthe doctor he has living with him.

Bob Ward's penny bank was gettingkinda low so he thought he'd try toreplenish it by having the guys in fora bit of poker. The outcome—we haven'tfound out yet.

From the desk of Norm Tweed:Gert (I wonder how long it takes)Sutton can't understand why anyone'shair turns gray. Who can enlighten her?Also the Cellar Rats have finally reachedtheir destination. Now starts the hardrow back up. How about some moralsupport from you gals in 69, 61, and68? Mary Jane ask your husband fora night off.

General warning to the public—ifyou have occasion to use the Editor'sdictionary, stand up straight. He isvery handy with his ruler and does notresist Life's Little Temptations.

ExperimentalOptical

Howard McCombs sure has beenmissed around these parts, due to abad case of the flu, although I hearLeurs has returned from overseas andthat should be sufficient medicine forHoward. Hurry back Mac.

Tex has a lowdown feeling these daysand tells me its due to no sailinghis boat. Let's hope the sun shines !fTex.

Hotzel had a little flu epidemic too,but his smiling face is again beamingaround old Experimental Optical. Gladto have you back Hotz.

Dick Guarino has been going aroundwith an ear to ear grin since that hot553 series last Friday night; games of186-199-168. That's really blasting thosemaples Dick, keep it up.

Greg Letsis seems contented nowthat his sister Mary is home for a whileon a furlough. Also the other sisterAnn should be home soon, so what a

Service Dept.Esther Richards is a new member of

our office staff. Welcome to the Depart-ment Esther.

Our inspector, Edward Sayre, whowas just discharged from the Armyafter 3 years service, 28 months ofwhich was spent in India, is now back jwith us once again. We all heartilywelcome him back to the department.

Returned Veterans

OLEN MORRISTool Room

CLYDE MELTONMachine Shop

DON STRITEMachine Shop

JACK ROBERT DAVISPolishing Department

EDWARD SAYREService Department

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Advertising andSales Depts.

It's Harder To Park Now!

THELMA (FABER) FULLER is anotherReturned Veteran. Welcome backThelma.

The Sales Department seems to bespreading to every nook and corner ofthe building. This month we are wel-coming Mrs. Elizabeth (Toby) Kohlerto our department. Toby, whose home isin Ann Arbor, is just back from NewYork where she was on the staff of the"Woman's Home Companion" maga-zine. We're glad to have you with usand hope you enjoy your work atArgus.

Melba Bowdsn, who is leaving usthis month, has hopes of going by wayof Texas, en-route to Lt. Bowden's nextstation . . . that is, if the Navy per-mits. Sorry to have you leave us Melba,but know how anxious you are to gethome to Lubbock, Texas.

Glad to see Earlyne Krapf is feelingmuch better, having recovered from herrecent illness.

Lucy Gridley took in a recent swingconcert at the Ann Arbor High School,featuring "Sugar Chile" Robinson, theseven year old piano genius, who willsoon be featured in a Van Johnson pic-ture.

From the looks of the new clothes| i Kachula and Mary Luszka haven sporting, the stores in Detroit

must be getting in some new merchan-dise. Say, I'll have to look into that.

Thelma Fuller didn't realize, whenhelping Jackie Schaffer clean houselast week, that it was in preparationfor a surprise shower to be given forThelma.

We're wondering how Bud Davis isenjoying his bachelor life??? His wifeand little daughter have gone to Chi-cago for two weeks . . . I'll bet thedishes are really piling up in the sink.

Elma Lundahl recently gave a lectureon "Divine Discontent" at the MichiganLeague.

Did you see the beautiful braceletCarolyn Wilson received from her hus-band, Ray? Ray is now stationed inIndia, and Carolyn hopes it's not toolong before he will be coming home.

Claire and Bob Royal spend all theirfree time playing bridge . . . theyshould be getting pretty good at it.

When Jackie Schaffer's fiancecalled for her last week, he really gotan eye-full when Jackie stepped out inher new fur coat . . . and a pair ofnylons.

STEEL GIRDERS GOING UP, ANOTHER STEP IN THE GROWTH OF ARGUS

Receiving Inspect'nSince the last report there has been

little change in the Argus bowlingleague, and the Office team has beensuccessful in holding onto first place.The Skunks, Methods, and inspectionentrys are following in that order withnone able to cut the lead of the Officeteam. The leaders proved themselvesto be of the stuff of which championsare made just a few weeks ago. TheSkunks, who were only one game offthe pace, had bowled on the first shiftand had won all four of its games. TheOffice bowling at nine was definitelyon the spot needing all four games toretain its rating. The Lens Polishersfurnished the opposition for this test,and although they gave good accountsof themselves the Office team" came out:he winner in all four games and kepttheir spot at the top of the ratings.

The Cellar Rats are again proving toquite a disappointment in the show-

ing so far. This team boasts a fairaverage team, but does not seem to beable to get going. As in other years:he team started out rather well, butias now fallen into its old habits oflosing three and four games each night.As a result they have now displaced theMachine 3 team at the bottom of theeague's standings. The Machine shop;eam has shown steady improvementsince the acquisition of Norm Egeler tots team. At the present time this fivelave been plenty tough for all the teamsand is no longer considered an easytough.

BasketballIn local basketball circles the Argus

entry in the Industrial League is rapid-y proving itself one of the better teams

in Ann Arbor. In the past years thisleague has been dominated by the teamsrepresenting Argus and King-Seeley.This year is following along that samepattern and in the play so far thesetwo are again showing the way. Atthe present time the King-Seeley isleading the league with a perfect recordnot having yet tasted defeat. Argus,however, is only one game away fromthe leaders and have only 32-26 defeatfrom the leaders to mar their record.When these two teams met for the firsttime each was carrying an umblemishedrecord into the game, but the odds wereall in favor of the veteran King-Seeleyquintet. The fighting Argus team, how-ever, carried the game to their oppon-ents and played them on even termsand with a minute to go before thehalf were sporting a one point lead.At this point, Pete Murphy, formerSt. Thomas star and now mainstay ofthe King-Seeley five, pumped in twoquick field goals to give his team athree point lead at the half-time inter-mission. The second half continued tobe a ding dong battle with Argus con-tinually pressing the league leaders. TheKing-Seeley team with more reservepower held on, however, and the finalwhistle found them with a hard earned32-26 win. The Argus team will havean opportunity in the second half ofthe schedule to square matters withtheir respected opponents, but the squadmembers feel confident that they willbe able to turn the tables in their sec-ond encounter. The team will bestrengthened for the last half of theseason so there is every reason to be-lieve that this will be accomplished.Sam Neustadt, who was a member ofthe Argus teams that were consistentlywinning the title, has returned to Argusand having played while in serviceshould rapidly round into shape.

Another veteran who will be returningto give the Argus squad additionalstrength is the fiery and capable JimmyNeumaier. All of us at Argus will re-member the sensational play of Jimmyin helping Argus to win IndustrialLeague titles and who gave such anoutstanding performance when theArgus team won the city championship.

The members of the team who aregiving such a good account of them-selves and are deserving of the supportof the employees of Argus are: VicTasker, Johnny Paup, Joe Dianetti,Elmer Pfister, Red Weid. DonaldCrump, Bud Roberts, and Dick Fred-rickson. The coaching duties are beingcapably handled by Tommy Neff. oneof Ann Arbor High's former greats.

Tool Design andProcessing

"Bo" Price is now in University Hos-pital to undergo an operation. He isin Room 5327 and would appreciate lotsand lots of visitors. He is in a privateroom, so you may drop in any timebetween 9:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M.

Art Parker went to Pennsylvania fora second honeymoon over the Christ-mas holidays. Why was "Red" Weidalong? Chaperone?

Leonard Thomas has an order infor a new car, but won't promise anyrides upon its arrival. 'Guess we'll haveto buy one ourselves to see how theyride.

There are three new men in the de-partment, whom we do not believe youhave met: Les Carlson is the newC.T.D. with Francis Albin and Gard-ner Parsons also in Tool Design.

Why doesn't Bill Bone ever do any-thing to write about?

—Hiffy the Dope

Baby Van

Six months old Chris is the son ofMr. and Mrs. Jan Vanden Broek.Van, who works in the EngineeringDepartment, is an active member ofboth the Camera and the FlyingClub.

Ladies' BowlingNews

PLANT ONEVictory, Cupid Bar and Schwaben

Inn are one game apart for top threepositions. It looks like a good racefrom now on. Hollis and Towner losttheir footing a little but they hope tomake a come-back, they say.

All the other teams are very closetogether too. There should be a lot ofchanges in the team standings by nextArgus Eyes time.

Here are some nice series the girlshave bowled: Laura Snearly—179-175-151 for 505; Laura Egeler—161-179-161 for 500; Thelma Livesay—165-175-169 for 509; Jessie Hack—161-170-166 for 497; Clara Schallhorn—185-151-161 for 497; Joy Hartman—142-147-197 for 486; Clem Dormer—167-201-117 for 485; Florence Do-man—158-188-136 for 4.82; Irene Mc-Cowan—127-163-189 for 479; MaryBriggs—152-156-164 for 472; RheaMcLaughlin —163-134-177 for 474;Sally Stone —146-161-153 for 460;Julia Apple —141-175-145 for 461;Grace Henz —124-156-159 for 439;Ruth Howe —115-169-134 for 418;Marjorie Young—155-115-141 for 411;Leona Breisch—138-134-138 for 410.

Considering the averages of thesegirls the series is very good.

The following letter was received byThelma Livesay, Secretary of theLadies Bowling League, Plant One,from Dorothy Ketcham, Director ofthe Social Service Department, Univer-sity Hospital:My dear Miss Livesay:

May we express to you our verygreat appreciation of your interest andgenerosity for the Christmas patients atthe hospital?

Our plans followed that of previousyears with fun and gifts, preparation,singing, movies and Santa. Everyonehad some participation and the big pinetree on Observatory Hall was lightedonce more.

It is very gratifying to face the chal-lenge of the new year knowing the veryreal services made possible through yourconfidence and assistance. May we ex-tend the season's greetings?

Returned Veterans

FREDERIC LEEMANStandards Department

HAROLD HOPPERPlanning Department

MAX HAMMONDCamera Assembly Department

LESTER BAILEYMachine Shop

GEORGE KENNEDYPolishing Department

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BOND WINNERS ON VICTORY LOAN DRIVE

LESTER MICHAELService Department

ALBERT HUSTEDMachine Shop

EDWARD WATSONLens Blocking Dept.

DORIS STRITESales Department

HARRY KAUFMANMechanical Maintenance

Receiv'g InspectionWith all the confusion of dust and

dirt while the shop is being remodeledwe still manage to go along as usual.

We are happy to have all our girlsback, after their long illnesses.

Bennie Kearney dropped in to seeus one day. She is enjoying herself verymuch at home and she looks it.

Amanda Alber's son is home onleave from the Navy after many monthsin the Pacific area. He will be dis-charged in February.

Helen Clough has joined the depart-ment. She has met many old friendshere at Argus that she knew when sheworked here before. Hope you like ithere, Helen.

Tony Rupas has also joined us. Heserved many months in Europe withthe Army. Tony tells us some very in-teresting stories.

The "Four Musketeers", Leola Ston-er, Mary Beth Briggs, Doris Layer andAggie Thurston had Italian Spaghettidinner at Doris's apartment one night.We hear Doris serves nails with hermeat sauce.

Matta Cowen, of the Camera Line,and her son Charles, who recentlyjoined the Army and is now stationedat Camp Robinson, Illinois.

Optical AssemblyWe are glad to welcome into the de-

partment five former Optical gals: Asincere welcome to Helen Allen, Max-ine Wichman, Mary Green, ShirleyMontgomery, and Dorothy Morrison.

Elsie Paradise's son arrived homefrom the service the other night—nowonder that smile these days!

There haven't been any birthdayslately, so we've missed the modelling.Maybe Eva will oblige again—withoutanother present.

Charlie Van Aken left the depart-ment recently and we all miss him.Charlie is going to go to college downin Dallas, Texas. We hope he'll like it.

Eddie's secretary, Virginia Busch,is right on the beam these days ans-wering the phone. It doesn't even havea chance to ring twice.

We are sorry to hear that AliceWeir's little grandson has been serious-ly ill. Hope he is better now.

We hope Gertie Haines will be veryhappy with her husband back fromoverseas. Hurry back, Gert—we missyou.

Looks like California air and menaren't.as good as Michigan can offer.Some always come back to the oldhunting grounds.

It sure was nice to see Ann Letsisback visiting the plant. She looks swelland says the Wacs are a grand bunchof girls.

Poor Rosie! She'd like to know whocould lend her a slightly used jeep, be-cause she won't be able to get her newcar until about '48. We surely couldn'tlet her walk from Pinckney every day.

My, how Helen Fraser's eyes shinethese days! She seems to be getting outmore evenings and seein' the brightlights. Must be Spring is in the air (andalso in her heart) at this time—brrr.

Just mention "spinach" and thingsreally buzz for Jennie Lasky.

Alma had quite a time explainingthat "shiner" she's had for several days.Are you sure it was a fall, Alma?

Guess Rosie and Wilma Kennedywill have to put signs on their backsso those men in uniform won't get con-fused again.

Grinding andPolishing Depts.

Spitz, who was recently dischargedfrom the Navy is back with us onceagain on his Grinding job. We're gladto have you back with us "Blondie".

Bill Walker, a former polisher visitedus the other day. He was also dischargedfrom the Navy and plans to resume hiscollege career.

The last two girls have left the polish-room, namely Jennie and Russel. Poorfellows, who will they have to whistleat now?

They tell us Pepper is really tryingto make a success of his Bowling andGrinding. Quite a task we'd say.

The department was so very quiet forabout a week; reason, Lucille M. wasabsent. Think I'll find some corner tohide in when she hears this.

Now MA Green will really havesomething to talk about when she getsback to work, "Her Operation". How-ever, we miss you Ma and are happyto hear you are recovering so nicely.

The latest to fall for brass buttonsis none other than Kay. What we'd liketo know is the Lt.'s last name. Wethink you make a striking couple andlike that gleam in your eyes'these days,Kay.

Tool Room

This is proof of the domestic train-ing Carl Bates receives at home. Hecan ably handle any domestic task even

VICTORY LOAN DRIVEQuota: $26,000.00 Total Sales: $18750.00

Very special tribute and thanks go to all employees ofthe company for the wonderful results of the Victory BondDrive. Only the complete cooperation of everyone withthe Captains and Sub-Captains, who worked untiringlyto achieve the quota, could have obtained such gratifyingresults.

in a hunting camp. By the way, Carlwas the only successful hunter in theparty.

We wish to take this opportunity towelcome the following returned ser-vicemen : Olen Morris, John Carverand Charles Ceronsky. Also HarryBates, who recently started working inthis department. Harry worked inlens grinding in the summer of 1941.

Chris Korte has given up his dutiesof Constable of Dexter and moved tothe home he recently purchased on Pon-tiac road.

Loren Bement and Bill Fraser alsomoved to new homes recently.

Harold Sweet has not had verygood luck yet ice fishing, but Haroldw.ll get his share yet, before the seasonis over.

Ocar Clymer reports his son to bein Shanghai at the present time.

The Independent bowling team com-posed of members of the toolroom andmaintenance had a hot streak and won13 out of a possible 16 points butcooled off last week when they met thehot American Anti Accessories Teamand dropped 4 points.

Captain Hubert Krasney is goingto give the boys a pep talk.

John Snuverink has gone into thebutter business. He recently posted asign on the bulletin board, "HomeChurned Butter" for sale, and wasimmediately swamped with orders fromthe women of optical assembly.

Joe Majewski was not using theright language while talking to the gal-loping dominoes at the recent bowlingparty. Instead of going home with apocketful of dough, Joe went homedoughless.

Pvt. Ann Letsis

Pvt. Ann Letsis, daughter of Mr.and Mrs. Harry Letsis, enlisted in theWac's on the 15th of August i°45, andis now stationed at the Bordon GeneralHospital, where she works in the Per-sonnel Department. Ann Worked forArgus in the Raw Inspection Depart-ment and also in Optical Assembly. Asister Mary, also a Wac, is in the AirCorp Division and is stationed at Spo-kane, Washington.

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ANNIVERSARY AT ARGUS

CARLO ROSASCOTen years of service is the recordCarlo holds with Argus.

EUGEN SCHUMANNPlanning Dept.

Five years of service.

GERALDINE BROWNGeneral Accounting Dept.

Five years of service.

SARAH HAMLETTLens Cementing and Cleaning Dept.

Five years of service.

CHARLES G. KLINEGeneral Accounting Dept.

Five years of service.