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Show HILL TOP TIMES Pmgt 4 Editorials . . . ffitinbp7kM32&. Much To Be Thankful For Yesterday on Thanksgiving most of us enjoyed a lavish dinner and then settled down in front of the television for a football game or visited with relatives. However, Thanksgiving is more than just a joyous holiday and we hope everyone at Hill AFB paused to reflect on the true meaning of this annual national observance. that first Thanksgiving Day some three and a half centuries ago, the Plymouth colonists halted their On work to thank God for His many blessings. They had survived the hardships of a severe winter, reaped a bountiful harvest and possessed a most precious sense of freedom. They feasted in celebration. Since that day American servicemen have made many sacrifices to protect our nation and preserve our freedom. As members of the Air Force, give thanks this holiday season for the continued opportunity to cherish and defend our heritage. Our Obligation Everyone has obligations. Teachers, parents, scholars, servicemen and women no matter what the walk of life we are obligated by the nature of our society, whether we've thought about it or not. One definition of the word obligation by Webster states: "That which a person is bound to do or forbear; any duty imposed by law, promise, or contract, by the relations of society, or by courtesy, kindness, etc." President Nixon perhaps best asserted the meanof our obligations as members of the U.S. Armed ing Forces when he spoke last June at the Air Force Academy commencement exercises. He said, "I believe that we must balance our need for survival as a people. Americans, servicemen and civilians, must remember that defense is not an end in itself it is a way of holding fast to the deepest values known to civilized men." No country can survive for long unless its people survive within it. By this we mean, dedicated and compassionate men and women of our great country must hold fast to the human values we deeply believe and accept as highly civilized society. Among these aesthetic values are freedom, heritage, happiness, prosperity and peace. To lose anyone of these from within means we would fail to survive as a people; in turn, we would also fail to survive as a nation. As Americans, servicemen and civilians, we must band together, work together and build together. Above all, we must be idealists, if we are to continue to progress and be respected as the leaders of the Free World. Individualism and enthusiasm are urgently needed if we are to remain a proud society of idealists. This is how America became the greatest nation on earth. This is how she will remain the greatest nation on earth. We have only to love our country and contribute our fair share of effort as individuals and as a team to achieve and retain the goals we hold fast as ". the deepest values known to civilized men." We have only to fulfill our obligations as a people and as a nation. r November CommeJ CHAPLAIN'S CORNER Capsule Law Thank Godf You're Irma's two children, living with her in New Jersey, receive regular support payments from their runaway father in California. Janet's two children, living with her in California, receive regular support payments from their runaway father in New Jersey. In similar fashion, thousands of families receive the benefit of an interstate network of collection procedures. Known as "Runaway Pappy" laws, they have made the long arm of the law a lot longer. The keynote is reciprocity. Each state agrees to act as a collection agency for the citizens of another state and the favor is returned. The procedure is in effect with some in all 50 states. variations However, it is not a cure-a- ll for the problem of the family left destitute by a fugitive father. Particularly, if the fugitive cannot be found. The mother goes to a court in her community and presents her claim for support (for her children or herself). This court relays the claim to a court in the other state, which orders the father to make payments through the intervening courts. The father may dispute the amount of support he is asked to pay at a court hearing. After receipt of a statement from the mother the court makes its ruling. (AFNS) By Chaplain (Captain) James A. Curry One of the popular songs of our dav this You'rTS portant theme line, "Thank God, . . .. i i. ,ka i uupicasam experiences are recall which one would certainly be the happier if he 00 I spcucu ui mem; tnen the theme com S back "B Thank God, You're Feeling." This is a wonderful tribute &tm. Just alive. This might well be everv . a kind of indebtedness to God. to f,--, liexpre iriends an even to life itself. On this day after Thanksgiving, is this ., livA in thow viVi . . Wp S un OrUQ earth li "atiyji have been many; however, as a nation our Prayer is still! "Lord make us thankful " xr uua vuas i.iluh nrnim. .1 uecxi 13 r,I" . . thankful. True thankstrivW must. . ' nmo ". winaKeil uuiu mat mwarl phimrtor- which .....v., ructu me spirit, oi. man. .oo ., :. iu. Human behavior rpflvtst w... uC, u,ie most unmtpl Fill nrootiii-rvnnn4 luuutcu uy juu. gratitude is one of w v-- - vyii-hii- i --- 3 1 o tusuoi. vinura, wuiiB ingratitude IS Onfl mn, nf J common sins. Psalm 103 reflects upon the feeline aJ ""'I irlool tiro oilMil o:.r i. o.uivx omvc ivr anuJ indirectly warns of ttio 11 win winii we suuuiu nee. i. For manv rmonlft the nmrlH ..v-., w a ,o., t iJKitc uit nunger an Dain. In lurht of this fnpf fho TTm'ot cn-n .. -- Q t. Agriculture estimated that in a recent year the aveng. American consumed 1,488 pounds of food. Those of us wh enjoyed tne blessings of another Thanksgiving are feelin fine today. It is a difficult thing to give thanks when vnn'ro ing hungry, enduring pain, or living in poverty. May wl say to you in the name of Jesus, that in adversity seek God; we do not lose heart, but in all things give thanks, and with thankful hearts press forward. And foi today, "Thank God, You're Feeling." fool J Remember Safety in Yule Decoratin This Christmas keep the red glow of fire out of the red and green color scheme of your holiday decorations. Here are some specific suggestions from the Fire Pro tection Branch for keeping this holiday The use of natural trees in offices, industrial and supply areas is not recommended. If you display a natural tree at home pick a one, saw off the butt an inch above the old cut, stand, the tree in water and keep it in water until you dispose of it, which should be soon after Christmas. Place the tree away from heat and where it won't block escape routes. Artificial trees should be clearly marked as made don't buy any not sot of materials labeled. Look for the Underwriters Laboratories (UUj electrical systems. TO label on trees with built-i- n shock! metal trees, use only indirect lighting to avoid hazard. coCheck lighting strings for frayed wires, loose with U fire-fre- e: slow-burni- GO M iH fresh-lookin- 50 Feelintf firm-needl- g, ed ng sockets, and replace only are labeled sets. Electric cord sets with built-i- fuses on use j strongly recommended. For outdoor lighting, tree thi nnrnnse. Always turn off ttt. Hatd lea and other indoor holiday decorations when you nnections, broken n i f. or retire for the night. 00 . m Use noncombustible decorating materials sure cotton glass, asbestos where possible. Make nnnfafintr mnpr are flameprootea. Dispose of gift wrappings promptly, fire safety ru d keeping is one of the uu year-aroun- U.S. SAVINGS BONDS Attention to fire safety when setting 1 Quote of Note 'Today, more than ever be- fore, it is Imperative that we do our job as effectively and economically aa possible so that we can free additional resources for our operational mission." (Former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. John P. McConnell. AFNS) T 1 A. I a a v. m ar I U .' I I up LI I v Merry Christmas. oy'T WAIT Ml j j j |