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Show HILL TOP TIMES November 15, 1974 1 First time you've driven on ice? Now that Old Man Winter is here, many a holiday skier is thinking snow. He's dreaming of hitting those powdered slopes and Swiss Chalets. Yet he sometimes gives little thought on how to get there safely. Winter driving can become a nightmare if adequate steps aren't taken to overcome its hazards. For example, a good way to help keep the windshield clear is to flip down the visor and pull it out an inch or two from the windshield. That way, the warm air BENEFITS FR0MY0l)ReSTATE & BONUSES MONTANA - Individuals applying must have been residents of the state prior to entry on active duty and must have served on active duty between Jan. 1, 1961, and March 31, 1973, in the countries of Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, or the Bismarck, N.D. 58501. OHIO - Individuals must have been a resident of Ohio one year prior to entry on active duty or Vietnam service. Bonus maximumm i $500. The period of active duty must have been between Feb. 28, 1961, and July 1, 1973, for Vietnam service and between Aug. 5, 1964, and July 1, 1973, for other service. Cutoff date of application is prior to Jan. 1, 1978. Contact: Director, waters surrounding these countries, a geographical Ohio Vietnam Veterans' Bonus Commission, Hartman Theater BIdg., 79 E. State St., Columbus, Ohio 43216. Contact: Administrator, Vietnam Veterans Bonus, PENNSYLVANIA - Individuals must have served on active duty in the Vietnam theater of operations, be section called the "Vietnam area" in the state law. Cutoff date for application is July 1, 1976. Capitol BIdg., Helena, Mont. 59601. NORTH - DAKOTA In- dividuals must have had at least 60 days of active duty between Aug. 2, 1964, and Jan. 28, 1973, and must have been a legal resident of the state for at least six months prior to entry into the military service. Bonus payment will be up to a maximum of $1,600. Cutoff date for the receipt of applications is Jan. 27, 1976. Contact: Adjusted Com Get in the habit of pumping your brakes when the going gets slippery. This is the best way to maintain steering control while stopping on slick roads. When gearing down be careful. On slick stuff, picking too low a ge ar or ge arin g down from too fast a speed, will cause a breathtaking skid. Getting up and over those hills ad can be another help. Keep a little extra distance between you .and the guy in front of you. It'll take you three to twelve times longer to stop depending on how slick the road surface is, the tires on your car, your ability, etc. , DAKOTA 17120. - In- dividuals must have had service in Vietnam between July 1, 1958, and Aug. 4, 1964, or must have had at least 90 days of active duty in the Armed Forces after Aug. 5, 1964, to Apr. 1, 1973. Maximum payment is $360 for individuals with no service in Vietnam and $500 for those with service in Vietnam. Cutoff for applications is Jan. 1, 1975. Contact: Director, Veterans South Dakota Department, Old Post Office BIdg., Pierre, S.D. 5751. Ala. GUNTER AFS, Prior to convening each promotion board, many officers realize that they may not have completed work on (ECINS) Military Education courses through the Extension Course Institute (ECI) in time to have the information included in their records for consideration. That often results in actions hurried, as the officers strive to have their work pushed through the system. last-minu- possible way, some requests for assistance come too late to process completion records through the system so that the selection folder is for board review. To avo'd problems and enhance promotion chances, ECI 'officials suggest careful up-to-da- OFFICERS enrolled in Squadron Officer School or Air Command and Staff College programs should check with their local education office to the currently enrolled in a PME program, but who would like to complete a program before a promotion board convenes, should enroll now in the appropriate course. te pre-plannin- g. determine exact requirements for obtaining the appropriate completion record. That will enable the student to plan and complete his work eligible for .the Vietnam Conflict WHILE ECI is happy to assist students in every te Service Medal, and must have been a legal resident of the state upon entry into the Armed Forces. Eligibility period is July 1, 1958, to March 28, 1973. Deadline for applications is March 28, 1975. Maximum payment is $750. Contact: Commonwealth of DELAYS OFTEN force the student to rush through a course and may cause him to perform poorly. Students with special problems, however, should not hesitate to request assistance from ECI. The base education office, ext. 2710, has enrollment details and complete in- formation on all extension programs. and have the information entered on his personnel Mi record prior to .the cut-of- f date. Officers who are not Q Vietnam Pennsylvania, - In deep snow, pull out straight ahead, if possible. If that won't work, set up a rocking motion with some precisely timed shifting. But, first read what your owner's manual says about this. So,1f you are planning to share in the winter fun, don't let Old Man Winter get the best of you. Remember these tips and meet the challenge of winter driving with a little skill and common sense. education records Pre-pla- n Professional braking. Lingering ice in shady spots, on bridges, overpasses, and underpasses is another hazard waiting for the careless driver. Don't let it scare you, let your fun-pack- ed Bureau, Harrisburg, PA SOUTH drivr. ally polishes ice and snow. melt under the wheels causing the snow to become more slippery, thus less traction. Starting off in second gear or "Drive" will car roll on through the icy spots without venture for the inexperienced When approaching a hill, build momentum to carry you to the top, then ease off at the crest in anticipation of hidden trouble. Curves are another menace always ready to invite skids. So, slow down before you get to them. At curves, it's especially difficult to recover frpm a skid and still stay in your lane. It's also a good idea to slow down well ahead of intersections and brake early. Heavy traffic re- from your defroster is redirected and becomes twice as effective. Spinning wheels also help to get you nowhere. The snow begins to Compensation pensation Division, Box 1817, EDDIE B0EHLEN RETIRED CHIEF 1 . 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