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Show The Deseret Sampler, Fri., January 24, 1975 Post. SCRIPT . . By Josie Riddle Giving blood can be a very hairy experience. The 74 persons here who gave their pint two weeks ago can attest to that fact. This roving reporter decided to rove into the Recreation Center where die Red Cross team was working and watch the goings on. I figured 1 might as well play the game of an undercover reporter and do my thing as an innocent blood donor. Who would suspect 1 was there to do a story when I had a thermometer in my mouth and was going to get stuck in the arm like everybody else? EVERYBODY walked into the Recreation Center feeling really brave. . .officers, enlisted men, a few enlisted women, and quite a few civilians. You could tell that the thermometer bit and the blood pressure bit was no hassle. It was when we had to get stuck in the finger to have our hemoglobins tested that everybody started getting nervous. Shall we do your ear? asked a friendly-lookin- g nurse. It hurts a lot less than sticking your finger. My ear, who ever heard of getting stuck in the ear. I already have my ears pierced. Oh, well, why not. Everybody else had done it and die did say it would hurt less. So, I got my ear stuck. She was right. It didnt hurt. NOW THE BUTTERFLYS really began. It was the waiting that did it. We all sat in a row of chairs holding our donation packet. HI! Im Your Kitten "Whats in this thing? asked someone. Oh, nothing much, lust a rusty nail to stick you with and tube to siphon the blood out of you. was the casual reply. I could tell that this was really going to be trying. W'e started out on seat 8 and slowly moved up as the next person was called to the tables. THE TABLES. Thats where it finally happened. But it was getting to those tables that was the worst part. The waiting. The wondering. Actually, it wasn't bad. We got to joke around and get acquainted with one another. Best of all, we reassured each other that giving blood was a noble gesture. Ive never done this liefore, said one GI, hut my mother has given several times, and if she can do it, I can do it. Im doing it for God and Country, joked another GI. I just wanted the four hours off, said somelxxly else. OH, DONT BE such sissies! said one of the women there. Its got to hint less than having a baby. I guess it did hurt less than having a baby. I've never had a baby and I am sure none of the men have, so I guess die was right. Now the blood drive is over, the 74 of us who gave have discovered that it really wasnt so bad after all. I just bet that the majority of us who gave will give again the next time around. And This Is My Home Now! Kudlers Baby .5 JBSF. ,. '?SPV s y ' ' J Busy taking care of the day's paperwork, 1st Sgt. Sullivan creates an air of efficiency and promptness. The Life and Times Of a 1st Sgt. Once upon a time in the enchanted land of Dugway, a Green Knight returned after many crusades to DPG for the fourth time. The brave green knight, known and loved by all of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, none other than First Sergeant James T. Sullivan, BORN JANUARY y 18, 1944, James Sullivan was raised in New York City, where he graduated from George Wadi ington High School in 1960. After taking a six month vacation, Jim joined the Army in January 1961. Taking basic training at Fort Dix, N.J., he proceeded to Fort McClellan, Ala., for AIT. Graduating from AIT, Jim was stationed at Dug-- . way in die 46th Chemicla Co. (SG), Second Chemical Battalion. After serving two years at Dugway, he was transferred to die 45th Chemical Co. (SG) Ft Lewis, Washington. Upon completion of two years at Fort Lewis, SGT Sullivan returned to Dugway for another year. In February 1966 he was sent to - Korea for one year. As the war in Vietnam was reaching its high point Jim was sent to HHC, 504th Field Depot the Republic of Vietnam. After a fatanp there, he again . years at Dugway, he returned to Ft. McClellan, Ala., for an additional 414 years. In July 1974 SPC Sullivan returned to Dugway, where he picked up 1st Sgt recently. During his 14 years in the Army, 1st Sgt Sullivan has earned dime awards of die Army Commendation Medal, four awards of the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with palm. TOP SULLIVAN has taken USAFI courses plus attending college in Alabama. In addition to his formal education, he has Get the facts about staying in. If youre considering staying in, talk to an Army Career Counselor about the re-enlistm- ent bonuses, benefits and options open to you. the Career Counselors in your area are: . As a First Sergeant my job to advise die Company Commander on enlisted matters. Most erf the run will say, Oh here cwnes the 1st Sgt. hes always chewing people out or sreamfog about this, that or another thing. But gratifying thi Command Generals Staff Col- is when the same individual lege and Maintenance and who complains about being Equipment Procedures School. jumped all over is die same guy As an avid bowler and pis- who comes to me and says, I tol hooter, Jim also enjoys need help. When he needs help, he woodworking, winter sports and knows who to come and see, the hunting. Befog a family man, with 1st Sgt. You have to be able his wife and two children, Top to discipline a man at nine and expressed one of his greatest then be prepared and willing to conerns as being that desire to help him at 10. taken chemical training. Jungle Operations School, NCO Academy, Radiological Monitoring for Instructors, Mechanized Flame Combat Throwers, Leadership course. Chemical ASKED TO DESCRIBE provide for his family. My himself as an individual Top than me means more to family all the rank or money that ac- replied, "I like to look at myself as a professional soldier, basicompanies it AS FOR THE FUTURE, cally. Hopefully Im a good Ill stay in for at least 20 years. parent and husband. I'm conAfter 20 it will depend cm what cerned, and I hope that others possibilities are on the outside. look on it like that also. I try Ive thought about working for to be a fair person, especially die telephone company, but who in a position as the 1st Sgt. I knows what will happen in six would say Im a jovial person, too sometimes or seven years. becoming Asked what he thought serious. I believe in God and the about die Modem Volunteer American way, especially in Army, 1st Sgt. Sullivan stated, what the Constitution stands Ve are not getting the high for. I believe in myself, family caliber of men we had during and my friends. Im just one of , the draft, except with a few the folks. blue-eye- d As die exceptions. Thats not saying that we arent getting good Top leaned back in his chair he people now, its that during die said, "I have a soft spot in my drift we were getting people heart for Dugway. Itss been with more formal educaiton. At good to me. When I retire Ill Dugway we have an exception probably come back to this area to the case. The men here are to live, most likely in Salt Lake. really working for that formal This is beautiful country, you education. Im glad to see the have room to u ove. First Sergeant James T. people here taking advantage of Sullivan is a genuine person, educational the opportunities at The comin the displaying a great sense of Dugway. guys humor and showing deep conhave ball. lot a on the got pany Most erf dim wouldnt think Id cern for the men and women say that but I have a lot of around him. He is truly an asset respect for the majority of to Dugway and todays prothem. gressive Army. Deseret Drifts By Linda Kay Perry The monthly coffee for die Dugway Womens Chib (DWC) was held January 7th. This informal was hosted Marcia Miller. decoraThe by tions were simple and the goodies were excellent, but the fun comes with just visiting old friends and making new ones. So if youve been missing out on these coffees we hope youll come and join us for the next one.The next luncheon will be held January 21st and you can always count on an excellent program and pleasant company, so be sure not to miss this special affair. get-toget- Edward S. Feigngold SSG E- -6 Ext. 2884 is We have two new families to welcome to Dugway this month. Ft. Lee, Virginia was the previous assignment for CPT Francis H. Rauber and his wife Lisa. The Rauhers have two children, Francis, 7 and Bertram 3. Idaho is the home state for Donald and Iva Mellen. Donald die new pharmacist at die hospital. The Mellens have no is children. We would like to welcome these new families to Dugway and hope their stay is pleasant. Dcaw h ? o o o h H S ; h P High Chairs Baby walkers Reg. 14.95 NOW H h P : h Baby Tubs & Accessories Johnson Baby lotion o.l Johnson Baby Oil 16-o-z Johnson Baby Powder 1 6-Wipe and Pipes 1 00s 6-o- z And lots of infants 1H 1M oz 1M 1 clothes. Blankets, Toys and Feeding Utensels WE WILL BE OPEN Sunday, Jan. 26, 1975 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.- - |
