LANCE CPL. CRISTIN K. BARTTER

Combat Correspondent

Station residents will see a 20-centincrease in gas prices starting todayand continuing through September.

For the first time in years, the De-fense Energy Support Center has exer-cised a contract option to increase fuelprices.

The rise in cost per barrel of oil

throughout the year forced DESC toraise its “standard government rates”charged to its customers and serviceorganizations.

The added cost to Marine CorpsCommunity Services is 41 cents pergallon.

However, “MCCS is making everyeffort to minimize the effect of the pricechange by absorbing 21 cents per gal-lon of the increased cost,” said DennisDuck, MCCS acting director.

Customers can expect to spend anaverage of two to three dollars moreper fill-up.

The community can anticipate an-other price change when the contractis renegotiated in three months to co-incide with the beginning of the fiscalyear.

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INSIDE... Oil costs pump up gas prices

In-home childcare aboard Station, rules to followLANCE CPL. LENDUS B. CASEY

Combat Correspondent

Asking a neighbor to watch your children mightnot be a big deal. But, if leaving them longer than 10hours is the plan, it becomes a big deal.

Station residents have to abide by Marine CorpsOrder P1710.30E, which prohibits childcare, regard-less of profit, for more than 10 hours in one week in

government-owned or leased housing without propercertification.

“Last year they defined the order more clearly stat-ing that each child is counted separately, so if you arewatching two children you can only watch them forfive hours instead of 10,” said Candy M. Siaw, FamilyChild Care monitor.

Residents who want to baby-sit on a regular ba-sis, more than 10 hours a week, need to attend the

FCC’s free child care training classes for certification.“If residents want to attend this class they have to

come to the Family Child Care office and fill out aninformation packet, which includes any physical prob-lems and a background check on themselves and anyfamily member over the age of 12,” said Siaw.

The background check can take up to two weeksand is conducted by various agencies on base such

see IN-HOME CHILDCARE Page 4

Marine Security Guard screening team visit scheduled to find Iwakuni’s bestLANCE CPL. LENDUS B. CASEY

Combat Correspondent

The Marine Security Guard screen-ing team is scheduled to visit MarineCorps Air Station Iwakuni to find cred-ible future MSG duty Marines, Oct. 28.

The command visit will consist ofan introductory brief about the MSG

program, after which the team willscreen all interested volunteers for fu-ture assignment to the MSG program.

“Marines are required to pass aphysical fitness test, have a generaltechnical score of 90, and be releasedby their military occupational specialtymonitor to qualify for a MSG dutypacket,” said Gunnery Sgt. Ronald Mix,

Station career retention specialist.All Marines who wish to receive or-

ders to MSG School are required to at-tend the screening process and fill outa packet prior to the MSG screeningteam’s arrival.

“The packet entails whether you areeligible for the program, medically anddentally qualified, financially stable,

and have good pros and cons,” saidMix. Marines in receipt of orders toMSG School, are also required to attendand must bring their service recordbook, health record, an up to date basicindividual record and a basic trainingrecord.

Staff non-commissioned officersee MSG Page 4

MCCS is making everyeffort to minimize theeffect of the price changeby absorbing 21 cents pergallon of the increasedcost.

“-Dennis Duck,

MCCS acting director”

Lance Cpl. Cristin K. Bartter

Customers can expect to spend about two to three dollars more per fill-up.

PHOTO FEATURE

The Art of SushiWant sushi after midnight? There’s no

need to fret, Stationresidents learn

how to makeand enjoysushi intheir ownhome.Page 6 & 7

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NEWS FEATURE

Can you hearme now?Marines erect re-trans site toensure clear callswhile deployed.Page 3

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Commanding Officer/Publisher

Col. Michael A. Dyer

Public Affairs OfficerMaj. Stewart T. Upton

Public Affairs ChiefMaster Sgt. Lesli J. Coakley

Press ChiefSgt. David J. Hercher

Operations ChiefLance Cpl. Mark Fayloga

Combat CorrespondentsLance Cpl. Cristin K. Bartter

Lance Cpl. Lukas J. BlomLance Cpl. Lendus B. Casey

Lance Cpl. John S. Rafos

Information/EditorialSpecialist

Yukiko Mitsui

Volunteer CorrespondentsAaron S. RomanMichelle A. Perry

“This weekly newspaper is an au-thorized publication for members ofthe military services stationed over-seas and their families. Its contentsdo not necessarily reflect the officialviews of the U.S. Government, theDepartment of Defense or the U.S.Marine Corps, and does not imply en-dorsement thereof.”

Editorial content is edited, pre-pared and provided by the Public Af-fairs Office of Marine Corps Air Sta-tion Iwakuni, Japan.

All queries concerning news andeditorial content should be directed tothe Public Affairs Office, Building One,Room 216, MCAS Iwakuni, Japan.Call 253-5551.

MAJ. MATTHEW D. RAZVILLAS

Station Inspector

The following are questions pertaining to identificationcards and answered by Master Sgt. Beal, Installation Per-sonnel Administration Center Chief.

1. What type of Identification cards are issued at the IDcard Center?

Active duty members and civilian employees receiveCommon Access Cards. Dependents of service members andDepartment of Defense employees are issued DD Form 1173and retired service members are issued DD Form 2RET. Chil-dren are eligible for an ID card on their 10th birthday. DualService and Single Parents’ Dependents can be issued theDD Form 1173 at any age. Reserve ID cards are not issued atthe ID card center.

2. What documents are required to obtain ID cards?Marine Corps Order P5512.11c outlines all requirements

for obtaining ID cards. Active Duty personnel must bring

Ask the Inspector promotion warrant and/or reenlistment or extension contract.Civilian Employees must bring a completed DD Form 1172-2,which is issued by their Personnel Office and Letter of Em-ployment. Civilian employees’ dependents must have a DDForm 1172, that can be issued by the sponsors personneloffice.

Sponsors should accompany dependents so that themember can verify and sign the DD Form 1172, or the spon-sor can come to the ID card center and sign the documentsbeforehand. Dependents must bring their Social SecurityCard. Should an ID card be lost or stolen a Minor OffenseReport must be made with the Provost Marshals Office andthe pink copy must be presented to the ID card center at timeof request for a new ID card.

Newly married servicemembers or servicemembers withnewborns must bring a copy of their birth certificate, mar-riage certificate and Basic Individual Record, to verify thedependents have been entered into Marine Corps Total ForceSystem.

3. How long does it take to process an ID card?Common Access Cards take on average 15-20 minutes

during optical conditions. However, the process can take

CAPT. G ENE THOMAS GOMULKA

U.S. Navy Chaplain (ret)

Dear Gene-Thomas,My husband has been deployed

more than half the time since we gotmarried four years ago.

While I don’t want him to give upsomething I know he enjoys doing, I’mtired of being alone with our daughterwho also misses him. I don’t know if Ican continue to cope with his absencein our lives.

Dear Bev,Military commissaries used to have

the following slogan printed on theirbrown paper bags: “Military spouse –the hardest job in the military.”

As troops like your husband findthemselves making multiple deploy-ments, often leading them “in harm’sway,” it’s becoming harder and harderfor families to endure these separations.

During recent testimony before the

Chaplain’s Corner:

Military spouse - Hardest job in the militarySenate Armed Services Subcommitteeon Recruitment and Retention, LtGenH. P. Osman, USMC, pointed out, whilerecruitment is about personnel, reten-tion is about families.

In so far as over 60 percent of mili-tary personnel today are married, it’scritical for military and government lead-ers be attentive to the feelings ofspouses who have a major role to playin whether service members stay in orget out of the military.

While many couples enjoy the armedservices with opportunities of servingand living in a variety of countriesaround the world, along with other ben-efits (e.g., education, housing, medicaland dental care), other couples may findthe multiple challenges involved in mili-tary life too much to endure.

Before a couple decides to leave mili-tary service, it’s important they discusswhat they will do and where they maylive if and when they were to leave.

In your case, how many years does

your husband have remaining on ac-tive duty before he is eligible for retire-ment? What are his employment oppor-tunities if he were to leave at the end ofhis current contract? Are you yourselfemployable to help supplement yourfamily’s income?

The closer a couple is to separationor retirement, the more important suchquestions become.

I recommend that you sit down andhave a heart-to-heart talk with your hus-band. Let him know your concerns, yourfears and your hopes.

Ultimately, work together to come upwith a plan that will grant your husbanda sense of job satisfaction while givingyou and your daughter the support andlove you seek.

In the meantime, recognize there area lot of people not only in our country,but also in war-torn countries like Iraq,who are deeply grateful for the sacri-fices your husband, you and your

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CHATTERBOXThe image of the United States has become so tattered two years after the Iraq invasion that China, which is ruledby a communist dictatorship, is viewed more favorably than the U.S. in many countries, a recent international pollfound. In light of this new report we hit the air station to find out …

“What can the U.S. do to improve foreign opinion of us?”Danielle N.BrownSteilacoom,Wash.

"Americans who areliving overseas can set abetter example of theUnited States."

"When traveling overseas,we can be kind and courteousto those we meet, so whenthey think about Americathey will remember how nicethe Americans they've metare."

Chris J.RudskiToldeo,Ohio

MarshaWilliamsChicago

"By providing moreforeign aid to a widernumber of countries.Also, when foreignersare visiting we can bemore courteous to them."

Todd L.KueblerMoville,Iowa

"By increasing awareness aboutthe political and religiousdiversity of the people of theUnited States. So they know eventhough we elect our officials, wedon't always agree with thedecisions they make."

NEWS BRIEFSJULY 4TH FIREWORKS

Marine Corps Community Services will behosting a 4th of July fireworks show at 8:30 p.m.at Penny Lake Field. There will be contests, musicand other festivities starting at 3 p.m. Everyoneaboard the Station is invited to particpate.

PAYMENTS FOR OFF BASE

TELEPHONE SERVICES

The Station Telephone Office is notaccepting payments for off base telephoneservices as of today. To make phone paymentson base, off base residents may pay their billsat the Community Bank for a small fee. Bills mayalso be paid at 7-11, Lawson, Family Mart andother stores located off base. For additionalinformation call 253-5555.

BLOOD DRIVE

The U.S. Pacific Command Armed ServicesBlood Bank Center in Okinawa will host a Sta-tion-wide Blood Drive aboard Iwakuni on July8 at Yujo Hall, Room 207 from 8 to 2 p.m. Allblood types are needed. For additional infor-mation call 253-6647.

ALL-MARINE WOMEN SOFTBALL

TEAM TRYOUTS

Marine Corps Community Services SemperFit is seeking resumes for the All-Marine WomenSoftball Team. Resumes can be downloaded atwww.usmc-mccs.org/sports and must beendorsed by the Marine’s command. Marinesmust also submit a resume to Keith Carr, SemperFit athletic director, no later than July 15. Foradditional information call 253-4605.

LANCE CPL. LUKAS J. BLOM

Combat Correspondent

CAMP FUJI, Japan — Marinesfrom Marine Wing Support Squadron171 erected a radio retransmission (re-trans) site in order to provide theMarines with increased communica-tion capabilities during their two-weektraining exercise here, June 19.

This was the first time the Marinesof MWSS-171 have increased theircommunications potential via re-transsite during operations at Camp Fuji.

“This (re-trans site) is a simplesolution to an ongoing problem withcommunication we’ve had at CampFuji,” said Chief Warrant Officer RonK. Groen, MWSS-171 air operationsofficer. “Because of the terrain anddistances we deal with when we trainhere, good radio communications hasalways been an issue.”

When two sites attempt tocommunicate with each other with lessthan stellar results due to distance,geographical obstructions or loss ofsignal a re-trans site is added to theequation.

The re-trans site is usually placed at the highestpoint somewhere in the middle of the two sites thatare having difficulty communicating with each other.

“The purpose of a re-trans site is basically to actas a relay point byboosting the signal fromone point to another,” saidSgt. Steven L. Superville,MWSS-171 radio operator.“Anything that decreasessignal; distance, geo-graphical obstructions,dead zones and foreignsignals from the base canbe overcome by adding are-trans site.”

By equipping the re-trans sight with an MK-145HMMWV, High-Mobility Multipurpose WheeledVehicle, which is a modified HMMWV outfitted withtwo PRC-119 field radios, and a 30-foot tall OE-254omnidirectional antenna. Any signal sent out byeither of the main operating sites will be boostedand sent out to its intended recipient clearer andstronger.

“Before we set this up you could talk on the

Re-trans site keeps conversation crystal clear

radio but the Marine on the other end would hear adistorted transmission and a lot of times they didn’tget all the information needed to be passed,” saidSuperville. “Now we’re able to communicate with

much more clarity andefficiency.”

As well as addingdistance to the communi-cations capabilities, the re-trans site also addsanother aspect of securityfor any information beingpassed by radio. Anymessage received by there-trans site is convertedto a different, predeter-

mined signal and then sent back out to its intendedrecipient.

“This is a real world communication skill that isbeing used in Iraq frequently,” said Superville.

The addition of the re-trans site to the trainingschedule also gives some of America’s Squadronnewest Marines the chance to learn a valuablecommunication technique.

“I love training in the field,” said Pfc. StevenCulp, MWSS-171 field radiooperator. “We still have tofollow the rules of course,but because we don’t haveall the support and equip-ment back in Iwakuni wehave to use more of yourtraining in order to get thejob done. It makes you thinka lot more.”

Once the improvementswere made to the communi-cations here, the communica-tions Marines of MWSS-171had only one thing to say.

“You can talk about us,but you can’t talk withoutus.”

Lance Cpl. Lukas J. Blom

Lance Cpl. Eric Chase, MWSS-171 bulk fuels transporter, holds an OE-254 omnidirectional antenna whichwill be installed at the re-trans site here, June 19. The antenna helps provide the re-trans site withincreased communications capabilities for the Marines during their two-week exercise.

Lance Cpl. Lukas J. Blom

Cpl. David Flores, MWSS-171 field radio operator, talks to theMarines at the re-trans site on his PRC-119 field radio.

You can talkabout us, butyou can’t talkwithout us.

-Sgt. Steven L. Superville,MWSS-171 field radio operator

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LANCE CPL. LUKAS J. BLOM

Combat Correspondent

CAMP FUJI, Japan— Although his body lookedweathered and his voice was a muffled rasp,Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 171at Camp Fuji listened attentively to RobertBoardman, a Marine who was awarded the SilverStar for his actions on the island of Okinawa duringWorld War II, as he spoke to the youngLeathernecks about everything from leadership tospirituality at the Base Community Room here, June20.

The ceremony commenced with the commandingofficer of Camp Fuji,Col. J.J. Tabak,reminding the eagerMarines how pro-found an impactBoardman’s genera-tion of Marines hadon present dayMarine Corps tactics.

“The MarineCorps learned manylessons from the battle of Okinawa,” said Tabakduring his opening speech. “Those lessons broughtus to where we are today. Back then we hadamphibious warfare, then we had maneuver warfareand now we’ve got expeditionary warfare, but all ofit is built on the foundations that we learned andpaid for in blood.”

Graduating boot camp more than 60 years ago,Boardman was initially an infantryman until a twistof fate landed him with C Company 1st TankBattalion 1st Marine Division.

“One day the Corps announced they neededtankers,” said Boardman a Seattle native. “So theyput into operation their scientific selection system,‘all the A’s, B’s, C’s and D’s fall in on the right, youare now tankers.’ Sometimes I wonder where I’d beif my last name started with an E.”

Decorated WWII veteran shares experiencesIn total Boardman participated in three

campaigns while serving more than 26months overseas; the battles of Peleeliau,Cape Glauster and Okinawa.

He was injured by enemy sniper firewhile trying to rescue his woundedcomrades, for which he was awarded oneof the nations highest combat decorations,the Silver Star.

“Four days before the Island ofOkinawa was secured, I zigged when Ishould have zagged and got shot throughthe neck, it was a bad case of ‘Japaneselaryngitis’,” said the 81-year-old

Boardman.During his

presentation,Boardman spokeon many differenttopics dealing withleadership, but hismain focus washaving a strongmind, body andspirit on and off the

battlefield and always keeping one eye onthe inevitable end.

“When it comes time to die, make sureall you have to do is die,” said Boardman.

When he was done speaking, the entireroom of young Marines burst into abooming standing ovation for the deco-rated Marine hero.

“I was really motivated by the entirepresentation,” said Pfc. Jamie Degrazia,MWSS-171 motor transportation operator.“He really changed my perspective onWorld War II and spiritually.”

Currently Boardman is the Chaplain for the 1stMarine Division Assosiation which has approxi-mately 15,000 members, and has also written twobooks on his experiences in Okinawa; “Unforget-

table Men in Unforgettable Times” and “C-Rationsfor the Warriors Heart.”

“God be with you and Semper Fi,” said the oldMarine as he departed the community room.

Lance Cpl. Lukas J. Blom

Robert Boardman, a Marine who was awarded theSilver Star for his actions during the battle of Okinawain World War II, speaks to Marines from Marine WingSupport Squadron 171 about leadership and spiritu-ality at the Base Community Room here, June 20.

candidates must also bring an over-seas dependant medical screening,identifying possible health condi-tions of family members who may dis-qualify the sponsor.

If a condition is identified with thedependant, a medical officer willscreen the family member’s healthrecord and a memo will be placed inthe Marine’s health record indicatingwhether the family member’s medical

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daughter are making to help create abetter world. The lonely nights andmeals, along with the missed birth-days, holidays and anniversaries youhave endured over these past years,have not been in vain.

What retired Navy Chief Petty Of-ficer Jeff Edwards said at his retire-ment about his wife could be para-phrased about you and so many othermilitary spouses: “You are a patriot -

MILITARY SPOUSE from Page 2 the sort of citizen all of us should be,but so few of us are. You live withsacrifice, because you believe in therights and ideals your husband de-fends. Although you wear no uni-form, you are a part of that defense,a vital link in the chain of freedom,and even though you wear no med-als and will reap no glory on the fieldof battle, you are a hero in the truestsense of the word. You are a militaryspouse.”

condition is a disqualifying factor.Staff non-commissioned officers

with less than two years on station,or with active duty or active reservespouses, who are single parents, orhave more than four family membersare not eligible for screening.

“Marines can come in anytime toreceive their packet and should haveit submitted a least 10 to 15 days priorto the MSG screening team’s visit,”said Mix.

as the Naval Criminal Investigation Service,Staff Judge Advocate, Family Advocacy,Substance Abuse Counseling Center, Pro-vost Marshals Office, and Housing.

After the background check, the residentmust attend a one-week orientation processwhere they receive training in cardiopulmo-nary resuscitation, first aid, and basic skillsin learning how to run a home day-care.

Before the residents can receive certifi-cation they must have three personal refer-ences and go through a family interview.

They then receive a house inspection byfire safety and preventive medicine. If every-thing is acceptable, a letter is sent to the Sta-tion inspector where a certificate is signed toqualify the resident for proper childcare.

“After residents are certified they con-tinue to receive training two hours eachmonth and are required to perform Depart-ment of Defense modules, which are subjectmatter lessons showing residents everythingthey could encounter while providing childcare,” said Siaw.

Residents then take a test on the mod-ules. If they pass, they receive an additionalcertificate, which is equivalent to a Child De-velopment Associate making them eligible

IN-HOME CHILDCARE from Page 1

BY FRANK SCHAEFFER

Author of “Faith of our Sons — A Father’s Wartime Diary”Reprinted with permission

I never served in the military, and before my son unexpectedlyvolunteered, I was too busy writing novels to give much thought tothe men and women who guard us. To me the military was the“other.” After my son joined the Marines, however, casualty reportsfrom Afghanistan and Iraq were no longer mere news items but gut-churning family bulletins. And reports about prisoner abuse cut meto the quick. They also made me angry at the media. Sure, this was anemotional, don’t-impugn-my-son’s-honor reaction, but I wonder ifthere is also something fundamentally amiss with the way the mediareport on our military.

If most reporters, editors and publishers are like this writer beforehis son volunteered, they don’t identify with members of our armedforces personally. Most members of our media are drawn from myprivileged class. And we, the most privileged Americans, seem tobelieve that everyone but our children should serve. When membersof the elite do volunteer — as did the Harvard-graduate son ofRichard and Doris Kearns Goodwin — it’s a news story in itself.

To be sure, if the children of our top reporters, editorial writersand columnists were proportionately represented in our military, wewould still read the stories about prisoner abuse. But I think wemight also read more stories like this one, forwarded to me by anotherMarine’s father:

“February 19, 2004 Iraq Dear Mom & Dad, . . . . We were stoppedin the desert outside of Fallujah. We had 3 detainees under ourcontrol that were captured in the act of [attacking our] Marines.Because we were in the open without any facilities around, thedetainees were temporarily being held under the stars.

“Around 3:00 a.m., the wind started blowing hard and a sand-storm hit . . . . the sky opened and the flying sand was joined by adownpour of rain. . . . . In the back of a truck, 4 Marines were tryingto stay dry and get some sleep. The lieutenant who was in charge ofproviding security for the detainees approached this truck andopened up the back hatch. He ordered the Marines out . . . . TheMarines asked why and he explained to them that he had to put thedetainees in the back of the truck to protect them from the rain andsandstorm.

“Word of this spread quickly and everyone was livid. Wecouldn’t believe that our Marines were being kicked into the sand-storm/rainstorm so these detainees could stay dry. The next day Iwas still angry and everyone was still talking about what hadhappened that night. Later in the day, after having time to cool downand think about the situation, I switched from being angry to beingproud. . . . I love you and miss you lots.

“Your son, Josh”(Cpl. Joshua A. Mandel)As a military parent, why do I read the most positive stories about

our troops in a sort of military-family samizdat e-mail undergroundnetwork and not on Page One? And how many times does the sametype of editorial about the same handful of abused prisoners have tobe repeated before an inaccurate impression of our military is given?

Maybe reporters and editorial writers think that reporting toooften on the many selfless acts our troops undertake will reflect wellon an undeserving president who likes to grandstand with our troopsin photo ops. But is the truth about the character of our militarybeing accurately, or should I say proportionately, reported? Does thepublic, which has woefully little personal contact with our military,know that most men and women in our services are not torturers butpeople like them trying to do the best they can with compassion andhonor? Does the public know that acts of kindness are routine andacts of abuse are rare?

I treasure a photograph of my son cradling an Afghan child in hisarms while standing outside a school he was protecting from fanaticswho wanted to kill the teacher for the “crime” of teaching girls. Thatpicture is far more typical of what my son and his fellow Marines didevery day than are the pictures of mistreated prisoners.

My son humbled me. He taught me that our troops are not the“other.” My son’s brothers and sisters in uniform deserve better thanto be mischaracterized if only by omission. Who they are and whatthey do should be accurately reported in a way that reflects thereality of what our selfless and extraordinary men and women doevery day.

Military you don’t seeMedal of Honor recipient,former commandant dies at 85STORY SUBMITTED BY

HEADQUARTERS MARINE CORPS

WASHINGTON - Louis H.Wilson, 85, Medal of Honorrecipient for heroic actionsfighting enemy forces at FonteHill, Guam, Mariana Islands, inWorld War II, and 26th Comman-dant of the Marine Corps, diedJune 21 at his home in Birmingham,Ala., with his family present.

A hero by any definition, Gen.Wilson was just a young captainand placed in command of Com-pany F, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines,3rd Marine Division, when,although wounded several times,he succeeded in capturing andholding the strategic high groundin his regimental sector against anumerically greater force, whichcontributed significantly to theultimate victory on Guam.

Gen. Wilson “repeatedlyexposed himself to the mercilesshail of shrapnel and bullets,dashing fifty yards into the openon one occasion to rescue awounded Marine lying helpless beyond thefront lines. Fighting fiercely in hand-to-hand encounters, he led his men in furi-ously waged battle for approximately tenhours,” according to his Medal of Honorcitation. Because of the wounds hereceived in the fierce fighting, then Capt.Wilson was evacuated to U.S. NavalHospital San Diego where he remained untilOct. 16, 1944.

President Harry S. Truman personallythanked Gen. Wilson by presenting hisaward in a special ceremony at the WhiteHouse in Washington.

Besides earning the nation’s highesthonor for heroism in combat, Gen. Wilsonserved in a variety of command and staffpositions, which included service in Koreaand command of The Basic School atMarine Corps Base Quantico, Va. Hegraduated from the National War College inJune 1962 and after a second tour atHeadquarters, he returned to 1st MarineDivision at Camp Pendleton, Calif., as theassistant chief of staff, G-3, deploying withthe division first to Okinawa, Japan, andthen to Vietnam.

This was followed by duty as command-ing officer of 6th Marine Corps District inAtlanta.

Gen. Wilson was promoted to brigadiergeneral in November 1966, and was thelegislative assistant to the Commandant ofthe Marine Corps in 1967 and 1968. Thiswas followed by a tour as chief of staff,Fleet Marine Forces, Pacific and command-ing general, I Marine Amphibious Forceand 3rd Marine Division on Okinawa. Gen.Wilson became director of the EducationCenter at MCB Quantico in 1971, and in1972 he assumed command of Fleet MarineForces, Pacific. He was appointed Comman-dant of the Marine Corps July 1, 1975. InOctober of 1978, Gen. Wilson achieved full

Official USMC photo

Gen. Louis H. Wilson, 85, Medal of Honor re-cipient for heroic actions fighting enemyforces at Fonte Hill, Guam, Mariana Islands,in World War II, and 26th Commandant of theMarine Corps, died June 21 at his home inBirmingham, Ala., with his family present.

membership on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.Gen. Wilson retired June 30, 1979, and

will always be remembered as skillfullyguiding the Marine Corps through theturbulent and challenging post-Vietnamera. During his tenure as commandant, helaid a firm foundation of high standardsand demanding training that ensured thatthe Marine Corps remained a modern,mobile, general purpose, combined armsforce with amphibious expertise preparedfor low and high intensity combat against awide-spectrum of potential foes around theglobe.

“The entire Marine Corps family issaddened by the passing of MarineGeneral Louis Hugh Wilson, Jr., our 26thCommandant, and we extend our deepestsympathies to his family and friends,” saidGen. Michael W. Hagee, Commandant ofthe Marine Corps.

“General Wilson was a forward-thinkerwho was ahead of his time. As comman-dant from 1975-1979, he stressed modern-ization, readiness, expeditionary capabili-ties and integrated firepower — areas thatwe still concentrate on today. His legacy ofvalor and leadership will live forever in theMarine Corps.”

After his military retirement in June of1979, Gen. Wilson lived in Mississippi andCalifornia, and subsequently moved to benear family in Birmingham. During this timehe felt privileged to serve on the boards ofMerrill Lynch, Burlington Resources andthe Fluor Corporation.

Gen. Wilson’s culminating act of publicservice occurred in October of 1995, whenat age 75 he addressed a Joint Meeting ofthe U.S. Congress commemorating the 50thAnniversary of the end of World War II.

Gen. Wilson is survived by his wife,Jane Clark Wilson and his daughter, JanetWilson Taylor.

When it comestime to die, makesure all you haveto do is die.

- Robert BoardmanDecorated WWII veteran

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longer. For Dependants and Retireesthe process takes 5-7 minutes duringoptical conditions. The ID center islocated in Bldg One, second floor,

for child care jobs in the civilian world.“The program is great for moms who

want to stay at home and still work,”said Delores Gray, certified familychildcare provider.

Certified childcare providers are alsorequired to put a decal with the FamilyChild Care emblem stating they are quali-fied for childcare.

“Part of the inspection we do is makesure the childcare provider has the em-blem visible, either on the door or whenyou enter the room,” said HeatherO’Leary, FCC supervisor.

Residents who do not have the timeto participate in this training should notgo over the 10 “child care” hour limit.

“If the Station inspector receives areport that someone is doing illegalchildcare they will investigate the re-port,” said Siaw.

Maj. Matthew D. Razvillas, StationInspector adds, “If a report is submit-ted, there will be an administration hear-ing to determine all the facts surround-ing the case. If the report is substanti-ated, the outcome can be anywhere froma letter of reprimand to debarment forrepeated violation.”

ID CARD from Page 2 Room 223. Hours of operation arefrom 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mondaythrough Friday closed for lunch from12 p.m. to 1 p.m. For more informa-tion contact 253-4323.

Think you know ...sushi (pronunciation: sü-she)noun 1. Cold rice dressed with vinegar,formed into various shapes and garnished withbits of raw fish or shellfish.2. A functional form of art.S TORY AND PHOTOS BY

LANCE CPL. CRISTIN K. BARTTER

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They wait, like a pack of wolves glaring at their prey withdaggering pupils. Submissive? Absolutely not. This iswhat they live for, die for. Floating with the current their

excitement grows, who will it be? Which one of them will fulfilltheir dream, their destiny?

The bait drops. Silence.CHARGE! Weaving in and out of seaweed and coral, they

dart like bullets to the defenseless worm. Victory sighted in.You see, it’s not the worm they wish to obtain; it’s the breath-taking idea of becoming the few, the proud, the sushi. Theirmotto, why go out in peace or flames when you can go out instyle?

Station seafood lovers need to soak in their surroundingculture and whip out the chef hat, making sushi is somethingeveryone can learn and enjoy. Even if a resident doesn’t like toeat raw fish, remember, this is to fulfill the dreams of ourslippery friends and make a good impression to the hostnation.

“It’s very important to know other cultures especially theone you reside in,” said Taeko M. Curtin, Japanese andAmerican Society manager. “It will help you understand thehost culture and the different things they do like sticking apiece of raw fish in their mouth. It gives a good impression onyour behalf and betters the relationship between the twocultures.”

In order to make sushi, chefs must first gather the right tools:a sharpknife, a wooden chopping board (so the knifes aren’t damaged whenslicing the sushi), a bamboo rolling mat, short-grained Japanese rice,

rice winevinegar, sugar and

salt, nori sheets (seaweed) and any kindof seafood. Sushi kits are available at the

Marine Corps Exchange.Next, make one of the key ingredients - the rice.

Wash two cups of Japanese style rice. Add 2 ½ cups of water andcook for about 15-20 minutes or until the water is almost gone. Then let it

steam for about 10-15 min.“The rice should be a little firm and sticky when done cooking,” said KazuakiHirata, four-year chef at Kuru Kuru Sushi, a local sushi restaurant.

While therice is steaming,

prepare the sushi vinegar.Mix 1/3-cup of rice wine vinegar,

two tablespoons of sugar and oneteaspoon of salt into a small pan on low heat.

Cook until the sugar dissolves.Take the hot rice and spread it onto a large plate or bowl.

Sprinkle the vinegar mixture and then fold the rice very quickly.Try not to smash the rice. According to Tomoyuki Sasaki, three-

year chef at Kuru Kuru Sushi. “The most important part is adding thevinegar, salt, and other ingredients.”From here, place a nori sheet on the bamboo mat. Spread the sushi rice

on to the nori sheet and place the fillings lengthwise on the rice. Roll upthe bamboo mat by pressing forward to shape the sushi into a cylinder. Wet theknife with a wet cloth, slice the sushi into bite size pieces, and enjoy.

“Once you are done you can add wasabi, chili sauce or other sweetsauces,” said Sasaki “Whichever you think is best.”

Taking pleasure in the low calorie cuisine at home or in a sushi restaurant,the bite-size bits are a part of the Japanese culture residents have the opportu-nity to try and love.

“When I came to Japan I knew nothing about the Japanese culture,” saidLance Cpl. Joshua Boeck, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron meteoro-logical aviation equipment technician. “I have always liked sushi but I havenever been able to make it. I would like to learn how to do this so I can impressand help my Japanese friends. I think it is important to learn the Japaneseculture, it helps me relate to them a little more and bridges the gap I feel whenaround them.”

5easy steps

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STEP 3ARRANGEFILLINGSACROSSRICE. BESURE NOTTO PUTON TOOMUCHFILLINGOR YOURSUSHIMAYCRUMBLELATER.

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STEP 1MI XJAPANESESHORT-GRAINEDRICE,RICEWINEVINEGAR,SALT ANDSUGAR.

STEP 2SPREADSUSHIRICEEVENLYONTOSEAWEEDSHEETS.LEAVEABOUTONE INCHAT THETOP ANDBOTTOM .

In the Colonial period, 1600, a lone villagercrossed paths with a single, wild Wasabi. Hedug his fingers into the ground and pulled

the plant out of its secure surroundings.The man brought it back to his home where

he planted it near the water hoping it wouldgrow. Wasabi is one of the most popularseasonings for all foods especially raw fish andnoodles.

Don’t be fooled, for the last twenty yearspeople have come up with substitutes for freshWasabi rhizomes because of its low supply.

The small lump of green sauce on the side ofa sushi dish is usually made from mixtures ofhorseradish or mustard and food coloring. Theyhave also discovered the use of other parts ofthe Wasabi plant, like the leaves and petioles,can be powdered for use as Wasabi flavoring.

Left: Instead of going to a local restaurant,Station residents can enjoy Japanese cuisine inthe comfort of their own home. See how tomake you favorite sushi in five easy stepsbelow. Center: Yasuo Niimi, a chef at Kuru KuruSushi, prepares raw fish for customers to eat.

Lance Cpl Michael Inclan, Headquarters andHeadquarters Squadron weather observer, chowsdown on a piece of his favorite sushi.

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both; Sharp 19 inch tele-vision, $150. Call DTCOlaes at 253-5252 dwh or253-2673 awh.

Community BankA 30-hour teller positionis available. Prior cashhandling and customerservice preferred. CallMarcia at 253-3852 formore information.

11th Dental Company DetIwakuniA dental assistant posi-tion is open. Call DTCOlaes or DTC Sito at 253-5252 for additional infor-mation.

Softland InternationalA part t ime, nights &weekends cashier and aproduct manager posi-tions are available in theMCX sound shop area.Call Christina at 253-2555for details.

Matthew C. PerryThe following positionsare available. Applica-tions may be picked up atthe high school or e l -ementary school main of-fice. Call 253-5449 formore information.- Substitute teachers. Ap-plication may take up to10 weeks to process.- Special education aide.Experience as a job or em-ployee counselor is en-couraged.- Special education andAVID aide.

Toyota Town Ace, 1991,auto., 8 passenger van, A/C, P/W, P/L, good condi-tion, JCI until Oct. 2006,$1,500. Call Bill at 253-4264dwh or 31-8529 awh.

Nissan Pulsar, 1995, 4door sedan, auto., A/C, P/W, P/L, good condition,JCI unt i l Feb. 2007,$1,200. Call Bill at 253-4264dwh or 31-8529 awh.

BMW, 1991, 4 door, char-coal gray, runs well, newfront brakes/belts, recentoil change, JCI until Nov.2006, $2,200 negotiable.Call S. Merriweather at253-2038.

Mazda Light Mini Van,1994, A/C, radio/cassette,46,250 miles, JCI untilJune 2006, $900. Call A.Tanaka at 253-5323 dwhor 253-2413 awh.

Toyota Lite Ace, 1992,mini van, JCI until May2007, $1,200 obo. Call DTCOlaes at 253-5252 dwh or253-2673 awh.

Subaru Legacy, 1991, sta-tion wagon, JCI until April2006, $1,200 obo. Call DTCOlaes at 253-5252 dwh or253-2673 awh.

Mitsubishi Pajero, 1988,4 door, 4WD, runs great,no mechanical problems,new rear tires, A/C, auto,P/S, P/B, SUV, JCI untilJune 2006, $2,000. Call 253-

2898 and leave message.

Honda Odyssey, 1994, 7passenger wagon, newbattery, nonsmoker, 6 CDchanger, road tax/recy-cling fee paid, JCI untilJune 2007, $3,000. CallSSgt. Mason at 253-4113dwh or 253-2887 awh.

Honda VFR , 2003, modi-fied to U.S. specs., hardside saddle bags, ridingjacket, $9,000. Call 253-2367.

Misc., 2 concert tickets toSummer Sonic, a 2-daymusic festival, featuringover 50 bands, including:NIN, Weezer, Yellow Cardand more. Concert is Aug.13-14 in Tokyo. Asking$480 obo. Call Mark at 253-5551 dwh or 253-7302 awh.

Misc., 4 drawer file cabi-net, $30; Pampered Chef4 mini loaf pan set, neverused, $30; 16 pc. dinner-ware set , $25; Hoovervacuum with bags, $45;assorted plastic flowerpots; Halloween decora-tion; jungle boots, newlynew, green upper, size 91 /2 w; jung le boo t s ,newly new, black upper,size 10 w. Call Carey orGySgt. Barton at 253-3267dwh or 253-2749 awh.

Misc., washer and dryer,washer is 1 year old, dryeris 3 years old, both excel-lent condition, $450 for

- Part-time certified math-ematics, science or physi-cal education teacher.Send resume and coverletter to:M.C. Perry High SchoolPSC 561 Box 1874FPO AP 96310In addition all applicantsfor this posi t ion mustcomplete an online appli-cation at www.dodea.eduto be considered.

CHRO (253-6828)MCCS:– P s y c h o l o g i s t / S o c i a lWorker

–Victim Advocate–Transit ion ProgramCounselor

Facilities:–ArchitectClinic:–Occupat ional Heal thNurse

–Information TechnologySpecialist

Commissary:–Sales Store Checker NTE1 Year (Student Tempo-rary Employment Pro-gram)

–Sales Store Checker (In-termittent)

Comptroller:–Budget OfficerLogistics:–Supervisory ContractSpecialist

BPO:–Management and Pro-gram Analyst (CCCT)

IPAC:–Supervisory ResourcesManagement Specialist

AHO:–Air Traffic Control Spe-cialist (Terminal)

AUTOMOBILES

OTHER ITEMS

FRIDAY - 8 a.m. A Cinderella Story (PG); 11 a.m./5 p.m.What’s The Worst That Can Happen (PG-13); 2 p.m./8

MOVIE SCHEDULE

FRIDAY - 7 p.m. Batman: Begins (PG-13); 10 p.m.Unleashed (R); 12 a.m. Mystery MovieSATURDAY - 1 p.m. Monster-In-Law (PG-13); 4 p.m.Batman: Begins (PG-13); 7 p.m.; Unleashed (R); 10 p.m.Batman: Begins (PG-13); 12 a.m. Mystery MovieSUNDAY - 4 p.m. Batman: Begins (PG-13); 7 p.m. Batman:Begins (PG-13)MONDAY - 1 p.m. Monster-In-Law (PG-13); 4 p.m.Batman: Begins (PG-13)TUESDAY - 7 p.m. House Of Wax (R)WEDNESDAY - 7 p.m. Unleashed (R)THURSDAY - 7 p.m. Interpreter (PG-13)This schedule is submitted by the Sakura Theater and issubject to change. For show times call the Sakura Theaterat 253-5291.

JOB OPENINGS

p.m. Two Weeks Notice (PG-13); 11 p.m./5 a.m. TheHeist (R); 2 a.m. Joy Ride (R)SATURDAY - 11 a.m./5 p.m. First Knight (PG-13); 2 p.m./8p.m. National Treasure (PG); 11 p.m./5 a.m. Imposter(PG-13); 2 a.m. “O” (R)SUNDAY - 11 a.m./5 p.m. Walking Tall (PG-13); 2 p.m./8p.m. Undercover Brother (PG-13); 11 p.m./5 a.m. Hidalgo(PG-13); 2 a.m. Seven (R)MONDAY - 8 a.m. Lady And The Tramp (G); 11 a.m./5 p.m.Independence Day (PG-13); 2 p.m./8 p.m. Laws OfAttraction (PG-13); 11 p.m./5 a.m. L.A. Confidential (R);2 a.m. Soul Plane (R)TUESDAY - 8 a.m. Spy Kids 3D (PG); 11 a.m./5 p.m.Wimbledon (PG-13); 2 p.m./8 p.m. King Arthur (PG-13);11 p.m./5 a.m. Open Range (R); 2 a.m. Training Day (R)WEDNESDAY - 8 a.m. Sinbad (G); 11 a.m./5 p.m. RaisingHelen (PG-13); 2 p.m./8 p.m. Lara Croft 2 (PG-13); 11p.m./5 a.m. The Punisher (R); 2 a.m. Wrong Turn (R)THURSDAY - 8 a.m. Finding Nemo (G); 11 a.m./5 p.m. TheTransporter (PG-13); 2 p.m./8 p.m. Spanglish (PG-13);11 p.m./5 a.m. Texas Chainsaw Massacre (R); 2 a.m.NARC (R)

COMMUNITY BRIEFS

CHRO Trainingn How To Catch Yourself “Leading Right”: Aug.24-26, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information andnominations, call 253-6834 or send e-mail toMarehamPA@iwakuni.usmc.mil. Class will be held atCHRO training room. Building 1, Room 102.

Special Events (253-3727)n 4th Of July Celebration: Monday, 3 p.m. atPenny Lake. This event will include a live band and DJ,three-legged races, relay races, tug of war, horseshoes,air bouncers and amusements for adults and childrenand more. Cotton candy, funnel cakes, snow cones, ham-burgers, hot dogs, chicken, rib eye steaks, and manybeverages will be available for purchase. Fireworks startat 9:30 p.m. Base taxi service will be available at regularrates.

MCX (253-5641)n Santa Bucks : Issued now through July 31. Receive$1 Santa Bucks for every $10 single purchase. Redeemyour Santa Bucks Nov. 25 through Dec. 24, just in timefor holiday shopping.

Single Marine Program (253-3585)n Day At The Hiroshima Peace Park Or Shop-ping : Saturday, $10 transportation fee. Bus leavesHornet’s Nest at 10 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.n SMP Committee Meeting : Wednesday, 10 a.m.Attendance is mandatory for all squadron representa-tives.

School Age Center (253-4769)n Summer Camp Adventure 2005: Registration isopen continuously throughout the summer for CampAdventure 2005, held on the Station. The camp is opento children ages 5-12. 5-year-old children must be en-rolling in kindergarten next school year in order to par-ticipate. The cost is based on total family income. Par-ents must provide their L.E.S. upon registering. Thecamp operates now through Aug. 19.

Youth & Teen Center (253-6454)n Teen Keystone Meeting : Every Friday, 7-9 p.m.Interested teens are welcome to join a committee tomake the Teen Program better than ever.n Fire Cracker Dance Party: Today, 6-11:30 p.m.Let’s celebrate Independence Day. There will be plentyof fun and games for everyone. Ten to 12-years-oldsparty 6-8:30 p.m. Teens will dance from 9-11:30 p.m.

Food Court July Specials (253-4108)n Burger King : Kids 12 and under receive a free kidsmeal on their birthdays.n Pizza Hut Special: Get a large pizza any way youwant it with a six-pack of soda for only $16.95.n KFC Picnic Special: Purchase a 16 piece FamilyMeal and get a large Spicy Popcorn Chicken for free.n Special T’s: Buy one foot long combo meal andreceive the second foot long for half price.n Baskin Robbins : Try the all new Fruit Fusions.

Marine and Family Servicesn Sponsorship Training : Thursday, 10-11 a.m. Findout at this mandatory class what it takes to effectivelysponsor someone transferring to MCAS Iwakuni. At-tend this training to avoid missing those critical stepsthat can make the transition a positive experience. Call253-3311 for details.n Basic Resume Writing : Thursday, 10 a.m. to 12p.m. This workshop identifies skills, training and workexperiences that translate to marketable job qualifica-tions. Call 253-6439 for more information.n Family Member Employment Assistance: Thisprogram assists spouses and other employable familymembers in exploring employment options and oppor-tunities in their chosen career fields. For further details,call 253-6439.n Station Book Clubs : Happy Bookers meet Tues-day at 7 p.m. Call 253-3078 for details.

CHRO

MCCS

SAKURA THEATER

MCTV CHANNEL 19

OUT THE GATENote: Japanese who do not

speak English may answer thephone numbers provided.

Japanese Calligraphy DisplayThere is a display of Japanese

calligraphy in the Iwakuni City Au-ditorium exhibition hall today andSaturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sun-day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission isfree. Call 331-1189 for details.

Yasaka Lake Sports FestivalA festival will be held at Yasaka

Lake July 31, 9 a.m. Participants areinvited to join in on the fun. Regattarace (knuckle four, dragon boat andcanoeing) will be held. Admission feeis required. The deadline is Thurs-day. For more information, call Wadaat 253-5344/5551.

Seven Gods Of Fortune FestivalA Buddhist service will be held

at the Daishoin Temple, Miyajima Is-land Thursday, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Admission is free. Call 0829-44-0111for more details.

Raft RaceA raft race is scheduled at the

Hanaguri Beach, Kasado Island inKudamatsu City Aug. 28, 12:30 p.m.Admission fee is required to partici-pate. The deadline is July 8. In caseof inclement weather, this event willbe cancelled. Call Wada at 253-5344/5551 for further details.

Yamaguchi Flea Market/AntiqueMarket

There will be a flea market andan antique market at the KameyamaPark, located in front of the Prefec-tural Museum in Yamaguchi City,Sunday from dawn till 3 p.m. Call083-927-5599 for further informa-tion.

Photos by Lance Cpl. Lendus B. Casey

ABOVE: Barbara A. Roman, tour par-ticipant, bites into an snack offeredduring the Otafuku Show Room tour.RIGHT: Rika Yabuue, Otafuku tourguide, shows tour participantsOtafuku apple vinegar products.

LANCE CPL. L ENDUS B. CASEY

Combat Correspondent

Although it resembles a pizzawith its round and flat shape,Okonomiyaki, a traditionalJapanese food, doesn’t have theusual toppings. Instead ofsausage and pepperoni, this dishcomes with squid, clam, scallopsand even seaweed as toppings.

Okonomiyaki, also known as“cook what you like”, is famousfor its great taste, healthinessand even has its own kind ofsauce.

Station residents learnedeverything there is to knowabout the Okonomiyaki Sauceduring a tour of the OtafukuOkonomi Sauce Factory inHiroshima, June 24.

The tour began with a videoon Otafuku history and theprocess of making OkonomiyakiSauce. After the video, RikaYabuue, Otafuku Factory tourguide, led the group on ajourney through the entirefactory.

Yabuue began the tour with the shippingprocess. The group watched as computerized robotstook completed packages and delivered them to theshipping area, making sure the products completedfirst were the first ones out the door.Next, the group saw the factory solar panels, whichproduce power for the entire factory’s operations.“The solar panels showed how Japanese people arevery concerned with their atmosphere and protect-ing the environment,” said Yoshiko Kihara, Marineand Family Services cross culture specialist.

Afterward, the group learned how the sauce wasmixed in huge stainless steel containers by opticalfiber links that allowed computers to integrate everyblending process to make sure quality was always atits peak.

Another part of the tour showed residents thesanitation maintenance process, where Otafukuemployees worked extensively to protect theproducts from bacteria that may harm the consum-ers.

“You definitely aren’t going to get food poison-ing from their products because they are extremely

Residents learn about Okonomi sauce

thorough in thecleaning,” saidStephen C.Granderson, a tourparticipant.

After the lab, thegroup was intro-duced to the bottlingprocess.

The bottles comeinto the factoryalready sealed tokeep out bacteria.They are cut at thetop, filled with sauce,resealed withaluminum sheeting,wrapped and packedinto cardboard boxes.

Finally the tour was led to the quality controlprocess where the products were inspected forquality and deviations in taste.

After the tour, the group was taken to the

Otafuku Show Room and given different types ofOtafuku samples. The group tasted different typesof vinegar drinks such as date vinegar and soybeanvinegar. They were also given the opportunity topurchase Otafuku products on display there.

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CHAPEL RELIGIOUS SERVICES

Roman CatholicSaturday

4:30 p.m. Confession5:30 p.m. Mass

Sunday8:45 a.m. Mass

ProtestantSunday

9 a.m./10:30 a.m.Sunday School & AdultBible Fellowships

10:15 a.m. Non-DenominationalChristian Worship

11:45 a.m. Gospel Worship Service

Cooperative Chapel Ministries3rd Saturday

8 a.m. Men’s Fellowship Breakfast

LAY LED RELIGIOUS SERVICES

JewishFriday

6 p.m. Shabbat Service

Seventh-Day Adventist2nd & 4th Saturday

9:30 a.m. Sabbath School/Worship

EpiscopalSunday

7 p.m. Worship Service

Church of ChristSunday

10:30 a.m. Worship ServiceWednesday

7 p.m. Bible Study

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day SaintsWeekdays

6:30 a.m. SeminarySunday

1 a.m. Priesthood, Relief Society &Sunday School

3 p.m. Sacrament Meeting

OTHER SERVICES

IslamicFriday

12 p.m. Prayer

Nichiren BuddhistCall Chapel for POC information.

To confirm current schedule of services atthe Marine Memorial Chapel, call 253-3371.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

The Vacation Bible School for preschoolersthrough sixth graders will be held at the StationChapel Aug. 1-5, from 6-8 p.m. Children canregister at the foyer of the Chapel. For moreinformation, call Carol Nash at 253-4323 dwh or21-8043 awh.

Mess Hall Lunch MenuWeek Of July 4-8Monday – Baked Chicken And Rice, Roast Turkey,Lyonnaise Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, PeasAnd Carrots, Chicken Gravy, Hot Dinner RollsTuesday – Chuck Wagon Stew, Cajun Catfish,Potatoes Au Gratin, Steamed Rice, Glazed Carrots,Broccoli Combo, Cheese BiscuitsWednesday – Chili Mac, Grilled Cheese, TempuraFried Fish, Macaroni And Cheese, Oven Glo

Potatoes, Broccoli Polonaise, Peas And Mushrooms,Dinner RollThursday – Apple Glazed Corn Beef, TeriyakiChicken, Rissole Potatoes, Noodles Jefferson,Succotash, Fried Cabbage, Hot Mustard Sauce,Chicken GravyFriday – Crab Cakes, Chicken Vega, Parsley ButterPotatoes, Steamed Carrots, Corn On The Cob,Dinner Rolls, Steamed Rice

Today: Mess Halls will be open for the lunch meal(10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.) to all military, guests, retirees,and civilians.Cost: $3.50 ($3.00 for family members of E-4’s andbelow.)Saturday - Monday: Meal hours for IndependenceDay holiday; breakfast/brunch 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.,dinner 3:30-6 p.m.Tuesday: Normal meal hours will resume.

Nihongo de...

On June 23, Master Labor Contract and Indi-rect Hire Agreement employees were honoredduring a Retirement Ceremony at MCCS ClubIwakuni. The retirees were honored for their loyalservice to Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni andeach received a Certificate of Appreciation fromCol Michael Dyer, Commanding Officer, MCASIwakuni and Fumio Awaya, Hiroshima DefenseFacilities Administration Bureau shown seatedin the center between the retirees.

Station Commanders thank retirees -

ONE PITCH SOFTBALLTournament takes place today, 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. at the main

field. Call 253-3067 for details.

FAMILY APPRECIATION DAY - BOWLINGSaturday, 1-5 p.m. All games are half price. For further information, call

253-4657.

FIRECRACKER OPEN - GOLFSaturday, 7 a.m. arrival with shotgun start at 7:30 a.m. Featuring Close

to Pin, Gorilla and Long Drive contests. There is a $10 entry fee in additionto users fees. Call 253-3402 for more details.

SCUBA CLASSESThe Basic Open Water class is held on Mondays, lasting for seven days

and costs $260. Sessions are held continuously through autumn. Advancesign-up is required. Gear rental is available for individual divers. Call theScuba Locker at 253-6058 for more details.

COMMANDING OFFICER’S SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTMonday, 9 a.m. Call 253-5777 for more information.

JULY 4 SPECIALBowl for only 50 cents a game from 1-9 p.m. For further details, call

253-4657.

LATIN DANCE CLASSESClasses are held at the IronWorks Gym every Wednesday, 7:30-8:30

p.m. and cost $32 per month or $8 for each class. Come learn the Salsa,Merengue, Mexican Folk Dance and Bachata. Call 253-3696 for details.

IWAKUNI SPORTS SCENE

Photos by Lance Cpl. Cristin K. Bartter

ABOVE: Clifford Lindgren, Guatemalan Circus Midgets shortstop, tries totag Mike Roybal, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron Hitmen left-center fielder, who slides into second base. The umpires call- Safe!BOTTOM: Joe Cook, the Hitmen’s first baseman, cracks the ball deep intocenter field for a base hit.

LANCE CPL. CRISTIN K. BARTTER

Combat Correspondent

Headquarters and Headquar-ters Squadron Hitmen crushedthe Marine Aircraft Group 12Guatemalan Circus Midgets inthe double-elimination champi-onship game Monday.

In the first inning of gameone, the Hitmen formed anassembly line hitting nothingbut home runs and base hitsraking in 11 runs. The firecontinued through the rest ofthe game as the Hitmen shut theMidgets out almost every timethey went to bat. The Midgets,unable to shrug the large gapoff, couldn’t take control of theirhitting and suffered their firstloss of the season.

“It was a big let downbecause we had high expecta-tions which were not met,” saidBilly Allbright, Midgets pitcher.“I thought we were definitelygoing to win the second gamebecause they hit well in the firstinning of the first game and then theywent flat the rest of the game.”

Going into the second game irritatedwith the first games results, the Midgetsstarted off strong with five runs by theend of the second inning compared to asingle Hitmen run. But the momentumshifted in the third inning and stayed withthe Hitmen for the remainder of the game.They never let the Midgets gain anotherrun until the last inning when theMidgets began to perform.

The score stood at 11-7 in the bottomof the last inning. With one out already, itwas the last chance for the Midgets toheighten the momentum in their favor andpull ahead. With Allbright on second,Andre Fung, Midget first baseman, stepped up tothe plate with a mission to bring his pitcher home.Dennis Snook, Hitmen pitcher, threw a belt-highpitch and Fung cracked the ball for a base hit. In aworld of chaos, Fung tried to stretch it into a double.

Hitmen assassinate Midgets point blank

He slid into second and was deemed out. Allbrightdecided to go for the glory and sprinted for homeplate. Unable to beat the ball, he slid in and wastagged out also.

“We made two bonehead plays back to back,”

said Allbright. “When you get intoit, you try to make somethinghappen to spark the team. That isabout the dumbest thing you can doin softball, making the third out athome, especially at the end of thegame.”

Unable to beat the Hitmen twicein row, the Midgets walked off thefield knowing what they did wrongfor both games.

“We had a really good season,but we just didn’t hit the balltonight,” said Allbright. “We feltdominant all year long and we feltlike we should have won everythingbut we just didn’t hit the ball.”

After the last inning the Hitmenran onto the field screaming withpride, they beat the undefeated teamof the season, not just once, buttwice. The championship trophywas undoubtedly theirs.

“We knew it in our hearts thatwe were the better team,” said JoeCook, Hitmen first baseman. “Wecame out really hard and we wereable to hold them down.”

“We (the teams) both had thesame drive, both really wanted towin and both were at each othersthroats with the competitive nature,”said Snook. “This game was allabout who could just put it alltogether, we did and they didn’t.”

As far as the Midgets areconcerned, ‘it ain’t over till the fatlady sings and she hasn’t sung atune yet.’ They plan on coming backnext season stronger than ever.

“What doesn’t kill you onlymakes you stronger,” said Allbright.“It is a guarantee we will be back towin it all next season.”

The Hitmen beg to differ,according to Jacob Paulk, Hitmen

right fielder, “We are going to be back for thesummer season and we are going to try and take thesummer championship just like we did this one.

Hopefully we won’t have to beat them twice.They will have to beat us twice to win.”

Photo courtesy of CHRO

LANCE CPL. MARK FAYLOGA

Operations Chief

Muscle men and women tested their strengthduring the 2005 Summer Slam Bench Press Competi-tion at the Marine Corps Community ServicesIronWorks Gym, Saturday.

Participants competed in two lifting events; astrength lift and an endurance lift. During thestrength lift, competitors were given three opportu-nities to successfully complete one repetition oftheir choice in weight. During the endurancecompetition, female competitors lifted approximatelyone half of their weight for a maximum number of

IronWorks host Summer Slam 2005repetitions, male competitors performed the sameexercise using approximately their own body weight.

The competition was divided up so competitorswere competing against people in their same weightclass. The male and female competitors who liftedthe most weight in ratio to their size were crownedthe male and female overall champions. First throughthird place trophies were given out in each indi-vidual weight class. The male and female competitorwho performed the most repetitions during theendurance competition were given the first placeendurance trophies.

The event was filled with various competitorsfrom first time participants to lifting veterans, but it

was the creative and kooky acts ofone competitor that made thecompetition a memorable experi-ence.

Cho-Syu Riki Fujitani, firstplace 181-pound weight class, wonthe crowd over with his Americanflag leotard, pre-lifting antics andimpressive strength.

“I put on a show like thisbecause power lifting isn’t anextremely popular sport in Japan,”said Fujitani. “When I train for theevent, I’m very serious. But whenI’m at a competition, I try and havefun and promote the sport.”

The event was the first liftingcompetition Fujitani had partici-pated in aboard Station.

“I really enjoyed it,” saidFujitani. “I believe the Americancompetitions are the most fair, andthey are a lot more fun than thelocal Japanese competitions.”

Fujitani was not the onlynewcomer to the annual event.John H. Woolard, first place 198-pound weight class, joined thecompetition at the last minute on

Photos by Lance Cpl. Mark Fayloga

TOP: Anthony R. Watts, first place 220-poundweight class, bench presses 424.5 pounds dur-ing the 2005 Summer Slam Bench press com-petition in the IronWorks Gym Saturday.ABOVE: Walter Rickett, 198-pound weightclass competitor, prepares for his lift.the advice of a friend and managed to take home thegold.

“It was a lot different from what I expected, butI’m glad I did it,” said Woolard. “You see everyonecheering each other on and rooting for peoplethey’re competing against. Everyone wants every-one else to do well.”

The male overall champion trophy was awardedto Koichi Iwamoto, first place 165-pound weightclass. The female overall champion was KunihiroUmeyo, first place 150-pound weight class.

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2005 Summer SlamBench Press Competition

Strength ResultsFirst PlaceFemaleElizabeth ManchaUmeyo KunihiroMaleOmi HirotaAtsuhiro KimuraKoichi IwamotoCho-Syu Riki FujimiyaJohn H. WoolandAnthony WattsSteven RobinsonYasuo Fukushima

Endurance ResultsFirst PlaceFemaleUmeyo KunihiroMaleKatsutoshi Wakimoto

*All weight in pounds

Weight Class132150

132148165181198220242SHW

Weight Lifted66

215

Bench 93.5159.75

242.5308.5408375292.25424.5419507.25

Repetitions53

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