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Show 4 SPECIALV COLLECTIONS Vol. 3lWoT5i December OGDEN. UTAH 23, 1S77 Recorders too rche'rs fi HQ crash helicopter and its crew of five were credited with locating a downed United Airlines cargo DC-- 8 after it crashed early Sunday near A UH-1- N Fruit Heights. and crew Rescue from members 4 Hill located Detachment at the aircraft at about the 7,200 The aircraft -- foot level in Baer Canyon near Francis Peak in a search that lasted about eight hours. Tuesday and Wednesday military volunteers from Hill AFB as well as a base helicopter rejoined the search and recovered two missing recorders nesday morning. DC-- 8 flight Wed- jet was in a holding pattern for Salt Lake City International Airport The began looking for the downed crew in snow from one to four feet deep. DC-- 8 when it disappeared off the radar screen. Three crewmen were killed in the crash. Detachment 4 officials said that the helicopter and crew were scrambled in 15 minutes. The mission was termed "tricky" because of commercial helicopters in the search area and low clouds. Two pararescuemen were lowered into the crash site and Wreckage, covered with inches of snow, was scattered over a area. Participating in the aircraft search mission were Capt. Gary Robinson, aircraft commander; 1st Lt. Scott four 200-yar- d Aston, t; SSgt. Al Ginot, flight mechanic and hoist operator; and pararescuemen Sr. Amn David Vogele and co-pilo- Sgt. Charles Hart. Joining in the initial ground (Continued on Page 3) SANTA THROUGH A CHILD'S EYES - Santa was a common sight on Hill AFB Saturday as all the base kiddies got in their last minute requests. Handy with a camera was little Wendy Harrington, 8, who captured on film this unusual angle of the popular personality. (Editor's Note: An unconfirmed rumor has it that Santa functions as Commander of the 388th Headquarters Squadron when he isn't in his red suit. For another photo, see page 8). (Photo courtesy of Wendy Harrington) ho" The Tactical Air Command announced Friday that President Carter has approved the nomination of Col. Davis C. Rohr, commander of the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW), here, for Senate appointment to the rank of Brigadier General. Colonel Rohr's name will be submitted with 51 others when the Senate reconvenes after the Christmas holidays. Born in Burlington, Wise, Colonel Rohr graduated from Burlington High School and Assignment effective date will not An be announced until after Senate confirmation. It has not been determined if the promotion will result in a change of assignment for Colonel Rohr. attended Northwestern University at Evanston, I I X August arrival 111., his freshman year. He then attended the United States Military Academy at" West Point. N.Y. and graduated in 1952. academy's course. Russian history Colonel Defense, The Christmas season has a special meaning for all of us a meaning that never ends. International Security Affairs, as Country Director for South America. 4,500 flying hours nearly 4,500 flying hours, and F Delta Sabre Jet, the Sabre the Super Dagger, and the F-- 4 Phantom. having flown the F-86- D F-10- He took command of the 388th TFW on Aug. 3, 1977. Prior to coming to Hill AFB, he was commander of the 67th F-1- He attended the University of Washington, Seattle, and received his degree in Russian Affairs in I960. Subsequently, he was assigned to the Air Force Academy at Colorado Tactical Reconnaissance Wing at Bergstrom AFB, Texas. The 388th TFW has !een selected as the first Air Force unit to convert to the new fighter aircraft. F-1- 6 Springs, Colo., where he taught military history and was in charge of the Col Davis C. Rohr Decorations His decorations and awards include the Legion of Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Medal with 15 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Pur- - Common childhood diseases stand as specters employees and military members to show concern for the danger of childhood diseases and officials further urge them to make sure their children are fully protected. part of the national immunization program, the Utah State Division of Health is launching an extensive program designed to raise As immunization levels of children throughout the state. "In recent years, immunization levels have declined or remained low against such diseases as polio, diptheria, tetanus, whooping cough, measles and rubella," stated Dr. Lyman J. Olsen, Director of Health for the Utah Department of Social Services. Preventable diseases still strike The percentage of children immunized against childhood diseases has been declining. As a result, polio, measles and other preventable diseases continue to strike. Health officials warn that unless more young children are immunized, widespread epidemics could take place The Hill Top Times is an unofficial newspaper published every Friday in the interest of personnel at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, of Air Force Logistics Command. It is published by Mor Media Sales, Inc., 1150 West Riverdale Rd, Ogden, Utah 84403. a private firm in no way connected with the Department of the Air Force. Opinions expressed by publisher and writers are once again, spreading par- ticularly among Rohr resides on From the ALC commander - It is a time of remembering loved ones and friends, especially those who are far away, and for us in the Air Force, military and civilian members alike, it is a time to take pride in the service that we render which makes possible "peace on earth" and "good will toward men." 5 00 Waiting to strike The Air Force has stressed the need for both its civilian base with his wife, the former Gayle White of Youngstown, Ohio, and his two daughters, Ellen and Jean. Colonel Rohr has had assignments in Korea; Japan; Ramstein Air Base, Germany; Mountain Home AFB, Idaho ; Tuy Hoa Air Base, Republic of Vietnam ; Langley AFB, Virg. ; and in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of He is a command pilot with Russian degree pie Heart, and the Air Force Commendation Medal. pre-scho- ol children. Dr. Olsen recommended that parents check to see what immunizations their children have received. By age two, each child should have received at least four DPT shots (Diptheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis), three polio doses and vaccines for measles and (Continued on Page 7) My family and I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. JAMES P. MULLINS Maj. Gen., USAF Commander Ogden Air Logistics Center -- s- From the Base commander Christmas is a special time of the year that focuses on the theme of willingness to give, rather than to receive. To all of you who have been guided by this principle throughout the year, thank you. As we move into the new year, you can be justifiably proud of the many accomplishment of the past year. Because of your efforts, not only is the Air Force mission enhanced, but also Hill Air Force Base is a better place to work and live. Mrs. Moore joins me in extending warmest personal regards, and hope you will find the true joy of Christmas and happiness throughout the New Year. MICHAEL W. MOORE Colonel, USAF Hill AFB Commander -- s- their own and are not be to considered an official expression by the Department of the Air Force. The appearance of advertisements, including supplements and inserts, in this publication does not constitute an endorsement by the Department of the Air Force of products or services advertised. |