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Show . k I 1 LIBRARY APR 23 1984 TATE HISTORICAL or SOCIETY WISCONSIN Wf MADISON, 5170 The "Published in the interest of the personnel of Dugway Proving Ground, Utah." Thursday, February 23, 1984 r :tfappy Birthday to us! me - , - ' - . i V ? y I jr 'S. & '' ' ' I fc Dugway celebrates 42 years of proud service March 1 It ' ',' , ; s'. A W .v - ' , Nv ' , V' Awf ; ' V " : : ' ".; s1',; ', years ago the Secretary of War signed a declaration setting aside, an and the Ditto Technical Center (formerly Dog Area) began to rise out of the sand Forty-tw- o . 5 .. s.v. '' j' THINGS HAVE CHANGED just a little In 42 years, havent they? Take a look at our very own Lincoln Highway Bridge as it looked way back when Maj.Bums and his party headed westward. This photo is among many that hdve come across our desk showing Just how much things have changed from those early days of yesteryear. Sara Beeler, of the PAO, is starting to sort and sift through the many items of historical nature and hopes to soon put together a display in the front hallway of Headquarters Building, 5450.1f you have items that you would like to share with the general population, or have ideas or stories, we would really love to hear from you!!! Call Sara at 2141. Let s' all help to put together something that the entire community can be proud of!! iWts wjtTii'Sf SdasajfclfeiiTif nv- iitnrt4 Lv s AER annual fund drive s .$ starts soon . The Army Chief of Staff has announced that the 1984 Army Emergency Relief (AER) Fund Campaign will be1 held within the Army during the period 1 March 1984 to July 1984. In his message the Chief of Staff stated that AER is Army people helping Army people. Traditionally, we have taken pride in caring for our own. AER helps us to maintain this important tradition and to show our commitment to meeting the basic needs of our soldiers and their families through the AER hinds made avail-abl- e to the local chapters. AER assistance has increased substantially in recent years, in 1983, over $21,200.00 was provided to Army soldiers, active and retired and their families (the AER section here at Dugway has loaned over $20,000.00 to military personnel, stationed at Dugway, Tooele Army Depot, Ft. Douglas and Defense Depot, Ogden as well as retirees and transient personnel). All Army personnel at Dugway will be receiving a letter signed by the Commander asking your support during the AER Campaign please give generously to this worthwhile cause. For more information on how you can help AER, call r ,? . cendiary devices. Much has changed since Maj. Burns brought his wife Lucy out to be the first lady v . literally and figuratively of Dugway. In those days there was a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp at Simpson Springs that served as the first headquarters. Construction was rapid and sage. It would be eight years before construction of English Village and Fries Park would begin, they were just valleys along the dusty remains of the Lincoln Highway . . . the only road to Salt Lake and civilization in those days. - The photo at left is the only one we have managed to find that shows the road leading to the bridge that still stands near Michael Army Airfield, and is being preserved as a National Historic site. Testing at Dugway has run the gamut from development of the first chemical mortar brought with him to this place has remained as steadfast as the desert itself . . . the dedication and professionalism of the Dugway workforce. From that first group of soldiers thru the years when the chemical school was here to the present day mix of civilians and soldiers, Dug- way takes pride in her accomplishments and continues to meet daily challenges that tax her ability to survive and achieve results above end beyond the quality expected. With a firm grip on this resolve we will continue to be a leader in ifcUUM, and an invaluable asset to the defense of the greatest nation on earth. to the testing of the flame thrower to several generations of the protective mask and attire that now protect our troops from the threat of Stress Seminar Planned Prayer Breakfast To Be Held There will be a seminar on stress held at the Post Chapel on Friday, the 24th of Feb. beginning at 9:00. Luncheon will be salads, and ladies are requested to bring their favorite salad. Beverages and rolls will be provided. For more information, call the Chapel at 2431. The annual prayer breakfast will be held Feb. 29 at the Troop Dining Facility. A guest speaker will join locals in breaking bread and giving thanks. Everyone is invited. You may call the chapel at 243 1 for reservations. n Booster Club Jackets On Sale Now! Credit Union has Tax Help . V1 ' area in the Great Salt Lake Desert as a proving ground for the Chemical Corps, to test weapons. On March 1, 1942 then Maj. John R. Burns accepted the order and proceeded to mold a military installation from the barren desert landscape he found ideally suited for the Armys need to test and develop chemical and in-- . chemical attack. Not many pieces of Dugway from 1942 remain, but one thing that Maj. Burns Be the first on your block to sport the Booster Club jackets that everyone is clamdring about. They are warm, very stylish and help to support High School activities. Mrs. Wilson plans to order soon, so call 3171 today. Members of Dugways Federal Credit Union are welcome to call the CU and make an appointment for income tax counseling. There is a charge for this service and the service is available to members only. Call the Credit Union at 2572. . Red Cross Blood Drive Need A Driver's License?? The Utah Driver's License personnel will be at DPG on March 8 to administer examinations and grant licenses. The provost marshals office, at 2424 can give you details on this. . March 1, the Red Cross will conduct a blood drive from noon until 5:00 p.m. Blood is the gift of life, why not join with your fellow workers and give! Dugway's government workers issue a challenge to all contractor employees -- Let's all give! . Services at 2278. Community ' Published by the Transcript-Bulleti- n Publishing Company, a private firm in no way connected with the Department of the Army. Opinions v .4 fl n neifr V expressed by the writers herein are their own and are not to be considered an official expression by the Department of the Army. 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