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NEWSLETTER November 2004 ABRIDGED VERSION Don Bullock - Publishing & Mailing Jim Friday - Business manager, Reunions
Daughter Seeks Info on DAD I am 26-years-old and my father adopted myself and 2 other children. I can remember growing up and hearing stories about the war.
It is very unusual for someone of my age to have heard those stories first hand, but because my father was much older when he adopted us, I had the privilege of hearing them.
My father passed away in April of 1999. I think back now and remember those stories, and only wish that I could hear them again.
Kids today will never get to hear,first hand, about that war. My father was the most wonderful man I will ever know. I am very proud to have had him for my Dad. He was so proud of his country, he always few an American Flag in our yard. One day, while we were outside, my father pointed to the flag and said, "Do you see that? That is the prettiest sight you will ever see!" That has stuck in my mind all of my life.
My father also attended every ship reunion that he could. But, since he has passed, my mother has not attended. I would like some more information on his service on the USS WADSWORTH.
Any information that you could give me would be greatly appreciated.
I remember your father coming to the reunions, but I don't remember him on board ship. We had your father's name added to the Navy Memorial List in Washington DC. You can find it at, www.lonesailor. org.
We do put out a Newsletter about four times a year. If you would like, I'll put you on the mailing list. Also you and your family are welcome to attend the reunions. The next one will be in Charleston, SC. October 2005. Info will be in our newsletter.
BENNY PAJAK ON THE MEND
I'm enjoying the newsletters, also memories from Bath Maine. Us old salts will meet again in Charleston in 05. I hope,
I received the same surprise you got from Darcy. You got yours in the mail, he delivered mine. He's a great help around here.
We were going to the WW II memorial, but cancelled our tickets because "Doc Said" easy to get blood clots from sitting so long.
Also was in intensive care unit of 12 days in January. Got 6 pints of blood. Best of health to all. Thanks for saving my life. Ben
IVA JOHNSON THANKS US FOR NEWSLETTER I am sending this little check as he would have wanted that.
CROWLEY PLANS TO MAKE CHARLESTON I will be at this next reunion, I hope, as I am really looking forward to it. My wife is too. I will be eighty two years old for the next reunion.
I am sending you a check to help out with the mailing expenses.
I just wanted to let you know we are planning on making the reunion. I am still in fair shape for eighty one, and I still like to fight.
Well, take care. Am looking forward to seeing everybody in October.
ATTKISSON PLANS ON CHARLESTON My intention is to be at the next reunion, if at all possible, and I hope to see you there.
Enclosed is a small check to help with expenses.
Could you send me another photo of the ship, one with the real photo. I had mine framed and am donating it to the World War II Museum, which is opening right off Interstate 80.
Enclosed is a check for the DD 516 Fund.
Thank you, hope to see you in South Carolina.
The WADSWORTH Newsletter is a publication aimed at informing WADSWORTH shipmates, their families and survivors.
ELIUK FINDS FOTO I looked through the pictures I took aboard ship. Harry Newton and I took pictures of all our buddies aboard ship and the places we went. I've got lots of pictures taken in the Phillippines and at Wake Island. We had beer parties and we took pictures of everything. When I saw this picture, it occured to me that it is the same one you had. I know Fields and Bromely, but the other guys I didn't hang around with, so I don't know their names. Maybe you do.
I had the picture enlarged. In the picture you showed me, he is holding Snafu with the gun turrent in the background. The picture I have has the same gun in the background and the same guy is holding Snafu. His features are the same, but he is wearing a hat pulled down, but this is the same shipmate you wanted to know about. Hope this is what you wanted.
Lou was born May 11, 1926 in St. Paul, Minn. Upon graduation from Cambridge High School in 1994, he enlisted in the Navy, serving as a radioman, mainly in USS WADSWORTH. Following the war he enrolled at Gustavus Adolphus College, where he gained the attention of administrators for his penchant for dancing, drinking beer and smoking cigerettes. By mutual agreement he transfered to the University of Minnesota.
Lou was offered a commission in the U. S. Army Quartermaster Corps as a second Lieutenant and quickly accepted. Thirty years of active duty followed. Lou was the recipient of two Legions of Merit, three Meritorious Service Medals, four Army Commendation medals and a Joint Service Commendation medal. He retired to Tabb, Va. in March 1979. In 1997 he married Nancy Bull.
BOB MATHENY
USS WADSWORTH CREW: I am doing fine myself, however my wife has had some medical problems, but we are working our way through them. I am sending my best to all the crew of the best ship to ever serve the Navy. Smooth sailing to all.
Following: An Abridged Copy In early September my ship was sent to Nagsaski to pick up 120 of our ex-POWs and I got to see just what an atomic bomb can do to a city, it was a wasteland.
Well boys, our country is at war once again, in defence of freedom and our way of life. And I have a feeling this is going to be a long war. We are facing a strange kind of enemy; he is everywhere, yet he is nowhere, for we do not know who he is or where he is until he strikes. This war is going to be a test of our will and we must stay the course. We must not loose sight of the fact that our freedom is of no less value today than when our forefathers declared our country to be free. The dedication of the World War II Memorial has reminded us that freedom is not free.
We must not lose sight of the fact that God led us to victory in WWII and it will be God that leads us to victory in this war. When I was in the service, our little church held the names of all 33 boys that were fighting up to the Lord every Wedensday evening. All 33 returned home safely. I think God brought all 33 boys home so He could answer the prayer of that little church.
Well boys, have a nice day and May God bless each of you and our great country.
BITS & PIECES by JIM FRIDAY
No new news about the reunion. The Motel did not suffer any damage from the hurricanes this past spring.
The reunion is scheduled for Oct. 11 - 16, 2005. We will be staying at the Town & Country Inn located on Hwy.17 in West Ashley.
The Motel is going through an extensive remodeling program. The outdoor pool has been completely rebuilt. The guestrooms are being remodeled in plenty of time for the reunion.
"Thanks For Saving My Life!"
WHAT'S IT COST ??
Three more of our shipmates have been relieved of the watch.
Norman Keil BM 1/C - Died 1966
It is our fervent prayer that these shipmates crossed over the bar on a flooding tide and have at last found a safe and peaceful anchorage.
ROSTER CHANGES
Charles Crowley
Ben Payjak
Malcom Sanderson
Fred W. Marler
SCUTTLEBUTT
Mrs. Mary Myers sent a check along with the notice that her husband Melvine had passed away.
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