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Show 2 Hilltop Times July 28, 1989 NEWS BRIEFS Faulty batteries discovered Faulty C and D size zinc oxide batteries have been discovered in military stocks. In a recent incident, two D size Everready batteries shorted together and melted an explosion-proo- f flashlight. The incident an prompted investigation which revealed the batteries had insufficient insulation. All battery stocks should be screened for the foland lowing information: NSNs r' ' $$t, - - ; . f ' 0" . V 6135-00-930-00- 6135-00-935-530- 1, tract numbers DAAB007-86-D-C02- 3, manufacturer's code 83740, DAAB07-88-D-COO- 3 lotdate code 11-8- r con- and r.IVI!! 3. Sidewalk sale scheduled A sidewalk sale will be held Aug. exchange parking lot. ft ' - . i I ing Col. William R. Rahter, 2849th Air Base Group commander, receives an introductory tour of the Vehicle Transportation Division from T. Niel Hansen, division chief, right, and Bob Bushell, vehi- . in the base cle maintenance branch chief. The commissary and base exchange are teaming up for the first time to offer savings on many items reduced in price for this special event. War Department bicentennial WASHINGTON (AFNS) The bicentennial of the establishment of the Department of War, forerunner to the Department of Defense, is Aug. 7. : Two hundred years of civilian control over the military was born by an act of the first Congress which says "...there shall be an executive department (called) the Department of War, and ...a principal officer therein. To be called the Secretary for the Department of War...." -- . Contest deadline ncaring WASHINGTON (AFNS) The deadline for the Federal Voting Assistance Program voter slogan contest is Monday. To date more than 3,800 entries have been received. The winning slogan will be used in the 1990 media campaign. A certificate of recognition from the secretary of defense will be awarded to first and second winning slogans and honorable mentions. Send entries to Federal Voting Assistance Program, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Room IB457, The Pentagon, Washington, D.C. 20301. 40 inyestigated at AF Academy Springs Narcotics Task Force. Military cases are beForty people are under investigation at the Air ing handled by the Air Force Office of Special InForce Academy for allegedly using, possessing vestigations and the academy security police. None andor dealing cocaine and marijuana at the acade- of the military people will be charged - until the investigation is completed. my and in Colorado Springs. As part of the investigation, two others were arIdentified are 25 enlisted people and 15 civilians assigned to the academy's support staff. No cadets rested July 18. A civilian and enlisted person were are involved. Charges are pending. The 40 were iden- picked up for suspicion of possessing and selling tified during a three-mont- h investigation called marijuana. Less than a quarter ounce of marijuana and $30 were involved. No charges have been filed Operation Herbicide that began May 1. The civilian cases were referred to the Colorado yet. U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AFNS) ? program work," he said. IMAs are Reservists who are not assigned to a Reserve unit but rather train and work with active duty counterparts. Through this program they are able to keep their skills current and to contribute (AFNS)-Bra- niff Inc. has CHURCH, fare leave cover to its expanded military program retirees and their families. The addition was effective July 14, the Military Traffic Management Command said. The program now covers retirees, active-dut- y peoand the cadets at ple, family military academies, members of all categories except cadets. Braniff offers the option of selecting 50 percent off standard coach fares or an additional 10 percent off any other fare offered, provided the traveler can meet normal fare restrictions. . Travelers are required to present appropriate identification when picking up tickets or checking in for flight departure if tickets were received by mail. For more information on fares, schedules, cities served and reservations, contact the base scheduled airlines ticket office, local travel agent or call Braniff i ; Continued from Page 1 "But the utilization of IMAs and welcoming them into the work force is something that can be dupli; cated," Colonel Ferraro said. Col. to Boyd Anderson, a Reserve According brigadier general selectee and mobilization assistant to the commander at Ogden, several things contrib-- ; ute to the success of the program, including good people and an interest in IMAs assigned here. "The bottom line is that Ogden ALC has made the Military leave fare program expanded Va. FALLS at rf U.S. Air Force Photo In-brief- 2-- 5 . 8. If stock numbers match all the above data, turn material into supply in condition J. Tags should be marked with Safe Alert For further assistance, contact Darcey Nye at Ext. 76459. SM-S-89-0- V4 to AFLC missions. "The IMA program was recently granted additional funding and we are trying to man that higher number," Colonel Anderson said. "Retention avoids y -' having to replace losses." Currently there are 267 IMAs at Ogden, 123 officers and 144 noncommissioned officers. That number is nearing the 100 percent funded line, the colonel said. Colonel Anderson said the efforts of those involved in the program have made it work. MSgt. Ken Finch, base individual mobilization augmentation admmistrator, is a primary help to those who manage the program, aiding in identifying potential losses and in recruiting. Another significant factor in keeping IMAs is how effectively their managers and supervisors use them. Here, a lot of attention is given to IMAs, ensuring them a good work environment, a meaningful job and valuable training, Colonel Anderson said. "It is that interest and utilization that makes the program work," Colonel Anderson said. ' 'We're proud of the continuing efforts which have resulted in a lower loss rate, and kept trained people available," he said. ' The number of IMAs is reaching an e high at more than 1,800, and it is good to see Ogden ALC leading with such a good example, Colonel Ferraro ; said. ? . all-tim- Air Guard aids pi ane crash victims SIOUX CITY, Iowa (AFNS) About 200 Iowa Air National Guardsmen provided crash and rescue support when a United Airlines DC-1- 0 carrying more than 290 people crashed here July 19. The 185th Tactical Fighter Group at Sioux Gateway Airport, Sioux Ci,ty, had advance warning of the emergency landing and immediately dispatched fire equipment and rescue vehicles to the airport. ; DC-1- 0 The three-engin- e crashed just short of the inactive runway. Soon after the crash, the airport's 185th TFG was joined by the county disaster agency, which assumed crash scene responsibility. Col. (Dr.) Romaine Bendixen, 185th TFG clinic commander, was the first doctor on scene. He was on-sce- y Base directory delayed The Hill AFB telephone directory will not be printed this summer due to lack of funds. A new projected delivery date has been set for late fall. Recertification listings will be sent to organizations for updating. Copies of the August 1988 directory are available if they are needed. Phone the 1881st Communications Squadron at Ext. 75575. ne joined by a TFG clinic. half-doze- n : medical people from the 185th : : ; - ; Fire departments from the city, county and state disaster agencies provided support along with Air National Guard units from Des Moines, Iowa; Lincoln, Neb.; and Sioux Falls, S.D.; and Iowa and Nebraska Army National Guard helicopters. ; "We did everything we could to help," said Lt. Col. Dick Lillie of the 185th TFG. "We received a lot of support from the community. It was a good ' : overall effort." V: indicate that as many as 186 people surReports vived the crash. I ' ; -- ; I Combat Strength Through Logistics Defense or the Department of the Air Force. The appearance of advertisements in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Air Force or MorMedia, Inc. of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Ogden Air Logistics Center Public Affairs Office staff, Bldg. 1102. Room 118, Extf 77321. - Hilltop Times Published by MorMedia, Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with Hill AFB. 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