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Serving the Footprint of FreedomVolume 16, Number 16U.S. Navy Support Facility, Diego Garcia, B.I.O.T.April 21, 2006MWR Photography Contest1st Place - Underwater CategoryPhoto by Jon Schleyer
2Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006CO’s CornerA Message from theCommanding OfficerLadies and gentlemen of the Island Team,It’s Friday once again, and a muchdeserved weekend is upon us. The first fullweek back at the Island’s water activities,whether it’s been fishing, swimming, sailing, orsnorkeling, has been safe, sound and fun.Thanks to all for your patience.I had the honor of presenting awards to the winnersof the MWR Photography Contest last Friday evening atthe Island Room. Thank you to MWR for anothersuccessful program. There are many talentedphotographers on Island which made the judging anextremely difficult task. All of the entries captured thelife and beauty of Diego Garcia both above and belowthe waterline. Thanks to all who participated.I want to thank Captain Wildgen and COMPSRONTWO for taking some of our tenant Sailors, Airmen andBritish counterparts out over the weekendaboard the MV SGT William R.Button. Guests of the Button had theopportunity to learn what shipboard duty isall about. For many it was their firstexperience at sea, and they came away witha better understanding of the ship, its missionand the important part it plays in the globalwar on terrorism.On a final note: Earth Day is April 22. To celebrate,we are holding a Beach Clean-up on April 28. If you canbreak away from the office, volunteer some time toparticipate in this worthwhile endeavor. The Public WorksEnvironmental Office is spearheading the event to removedebris washed ashore at vital sea turtle nesting areas. Getout and enjoy the day while cleaning up the beach for agreat cause.Thanks again for all you do. Have a great weekend!Sincerely and very respectfully,Captain BirklundTropical TimesUnited States Navy Support Facility, Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean TerritoryCommanding OfficerExecutive OfficerCommand Master ChiefCapt. Gil BirklundCmdr. Mike HarberCMDCM(SW) Brad RenolletPublic Affairs Officer/Reporter/PhotographerEditorJournalist 1st Class MargallisEnsign CasterThis funded newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S.military services. Contents of the Tropical Times are not necessarily the official viewsof, or are endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, or Department ofthe Navy. The editorial content is prepared and provided by U.S. Navy SupportFacility, Public Affairs, Diego Garcia. The Tropical Times is published every Friday.Submissions are due to the editor by end of day every Wednesday. Inputsmay be submitted via guard mail, in person, or e-mail at margallisd@dg.navy.mil. Allsubmissions are subject to editing for length, content and to conform to AssociatedPress and local style guidelines. Submission of information does not guarantee itwill be published.INFORMATION HIGHWAYIsland Color Guard VolunteersPaintball TechniciansThe Island Color Guard is looking for volunteers.Anyone who is interested in becoming a member of theColor Guard team, please e-mail HM3 Maygra atmaygram@nhyoko.med.navy.mil or call 370-4205.MWR is looking for paintball technicians. Individualsshould have experience with officiating, marker and fieldmaintenance. Anyone interested should contact Mr. EdPickens at 370-4333.Diego Garcia Gospel ChoirDGGC Debut Sunday -- “On One Accord”April 23, 1:30 p.m. at the Chapel in the Palmswith Guest Speaker: Air Force Chaplain Clyde Dyson
Medical/Galley Menu3Flu-like Symptoms on the Rise using the restroom. So these tips are alsoTropical TimesApril 21, 2006Submitted by Branch Health ClinicRecently the Branch Health Clinic hasseen an increased number of patientspresenting with flu like symptoms.Because we live and work in such closequarters, it is imperative that we practicegood hygiene to prevent the spreading ofinfectious germs.The most important thing that you cando to keep from getting sick is to washyour hands. By frequently washing yourhands you wash away germs that youhave picked up from other people, or fromcontaminated surfaces, or from animalsand animal waste.What happens if you do not wash yourhands frequently? You pick up germsfrom other sources and then you infectyourself when you Touch your eyes Or your nose Or your mouthOne of the most common ways peoplecatch colds is by rubbing their nose ortheir eyes after their hands have beencontaminated with the cold virus.You can also spread germs directly toothers or onto surfaces that other peopletouch. And before you know it,everybody around you is getting sick.The important thing to remember isthat, in addition to colds, some prettyserious diseases — like hepatitis A,meningitis, and infectious diarrhea — caneasily be prevented if people make a habitof washing their hands.When should you wash your hands?You should wash your hands often.Probably more often than you do nowbecause you can’t see germs with thenaked eye or smell them, so you do notreally know where they are hiding.It is especially important to wash yourhands Before, during, and after youprepare food Before you eat, and after you usethe bathroom After handling animals or animalwaste When your hands are dirty, and More frequently when someonein your home is sickWhat is the correct way to wash yourhands? First wet your hands and applyliquid or clean bar soap. Place the barsoap on a rack and allow it to drain. Next,rub your hands vigorously together andscrub all surfaces. Continue for 10 - 15seconds or about the length of a littletune. It is the soap combined with thescrubbing action that helps dislodge andremove germs. Rinse well and dry yourhands.It is estimated that one out of threepeople do not wash their hands afterimportant when you are out in public.Washing your hands regularly cancertainly save a lot on medical bills.Because it costs less than a penny, youcould say that this penny’s worth ofprevention can save you a 50 visit to thedoctor.Next Meeting:April 21 at 7 p.m.Location:Chapel in the PalmsCommunity Room.Everyone is invited to learn aboutwhat’s out there in the night skies.We will be setting up thetelescopes (subject to clear skies)after the meeting.GALLEY MENU April 22 - 28SaturdayLunchDinnerBeef Rice SoupSweet & Sour PorkOven-fried ChickenTurkey Vegetable SoupBaked Beans & FranksSteak with Onions“Brunch”Corn ChowderMinute SteakFishwich with CheeseCreole SoupCranberry Chicken BreastBeef Stir FryBean Soup w/Ham HocksHearty Beef StewWhite Fish w/MushroomsPepper Pot SoupCreole Pork ChopBeef & Corn PieSundayWednesdayThursdayMondayLunchDinnerFrench Onion SoupPepper SteakHerbed Baked Fish“Hawaiian Night”Cream of Potato SoupKalluah PorkTeriyaki ChickenSplit Pea SoupAssorted PizzaChicken AlfredoVelvet Corn SoupBroccoli QuicheSwiss SteakTurkey Vegetable SoupPotato BarSukiyakiCarrot SoupLemon Baked FishBaked Tandoori ChickenFridayTuesdayBeef Rice SoupLasagnaGrilled Polish SausageTomato BouillonShrimp Chop SueyTurkey CutletDue to unforeseen circumstances, it may be necessary toprovide substitutions for food items not in stock, or to permitthe timely use of perishable foods.
Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006Chaplain’s Corner4TransitionsFather ShuleyNSF Chapel of FaithTransitions are apart of every person’slife. We move fromplace to place, we pickup the next pay grade,or qualify for awarfare specialty. Wephase in a new policyor phase out an old one.These things are routine for us asmilitary members, but as people ofhabit, we tend to settle in and adjust tothe battle rhythm, or the operationaltempo of our unit.Saying goodbye to people iscommon here. With 52 weeks in ayear, and almost everyone on a oneyear tour, 2% of the population changeseach week. I have been here three anda half months, and already more than25% of the folks I started with here arealready gone.At the same time, saying hello tonew arrivals is also common here. Thechallenge to us who have been here awhile is to show the same warmwelcome and courteous reception thatwe received to those who arenewcomers.In my staff corps, as a Chaplain,we tend to have a high rate of retentionand high job satisfaction. There areseveral chaplains that I served as a LayLeader under when I was in the MarineCorps, still on active duty, stillenthusiastic about the job, and stillbeating the aging process. They are agreat inspiration to me. Because havingbeen out of the Marines for over 15years now, I can guarantee you that in15 years I will be long retired from themilitary, and back in civilian ministry.That will be a difficult transitionwhen it comes. But with everytransition comes a new opportunity. Iwould like to recommend that you takea look at your upcoming transitions as aperson, as a military member, as amember of a family, as a team memberin your work area, etc. and look at theways you can praise the Creator andtake care of his people.Continued success and happiness tothose who depart our specialcommunity here in Diego Garcia! Ipray for your future joy and fulfillment.I pray in thanksgiving for having thechance to be part of your lives, and totransition into new areas of my own lifewith your help and inspiration.UNITEDTHROUGHREADINGIn coordination with the NavalMedia Center, the United ThroughReading program is offered everyTuesday, 10 a.m. at the LibertyCenter.Read a book to your child ontape and send it home. The VHStape is provided free of charge.Please contact the NSF Chapelfor more information by calling370-4601.Diego Garcia Island Church ServicesThe Chapel in the Palms370-4601ROMAN CATHOLICCo nfe ssio n/Rosary/Nove naSaturday 7 p.m.Sunday 7:30 a.m.Catholic MassSaturday 7:30 p.m.Sunday 8 a.m.Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.Choir RehearsalThursday 7 p.m.Note: Confession is alsodone by appointment.ISLAMICThe Chapel in the Palms370-4601PROTESTANTTraditional Protestant WorshipSunday 9 a.m.Sunday Bible Study9:30 a.m.Contemporary Protestant WorshipSunday 10:30 a.m.Gospel ServiceSunday 1:30 p.m.Bible StudyTuesday 7 p.m.Bible StudyWednesday 7 p.m.Iglesia ni CristoJ um ’h aCHURCH OF CHRISTSunday Worship10 a.m.English Worship ServiceThursday 5 a.m.Tagalog Worship Service7:30 p.m.English Worship ServiceSaturday 7:30 p.m.Camp Justice Chapel370-4959Sacred Heart of Jesus Chapel370-2956Bible StudyTuesday and Thursday 7 p.m.Chapel Movie NightMonday 7 p.m.General Protestant ServiceSunday 9 a.m.Fellowship TimeSunday 10 a.m.Evening MassWeekdays 6 p.m.Saturday Mass5:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.Sunday Mass8 a.m. and 7 p.m.Friday Bible Study7 p.m.*Confession After MassCHURCH OF JESUS CHRISTOF LATTER-DAY SAINTSSunday Worship1 p.m.Palmsville Village MassEvery First Friday 7:30 p.m.Prayer MeetingWednesday 8 p.m.Hindu TempleSeabreeze VillageFellowship ServiceThursday 7 p.m.Sacred Heart of Jesus Chapel370-2956Daily Rosary5:45 p.m.Theological FormationWeekdays 7 p.m.Christian’s DenBand PracticeTuesday and Saturday 8 p.m.Tagalog Bible StudyWednesday 7 p.m.Tagalog FellowshipThursday 7 p.m.Contempo r ar yChristian ServiceSunday 7 p.m.
Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006News5Command Master Chief’sDG SpotlightThe purpose of the DG Spotlight is to reach out and recognize outstanding enlisted military personnel of allcommands who work on Diego Garcia in support of the island mission. This week’s DG Spotlight is focused onpersonnel serving at the Mission Support Facility and Security Department. Bravo Zulu and keep up the great work!Mission Support FacilityName:Hometown:Job Title:CTM2 Canton ColeGrand Island, NebraskaAir Traffic ControllerSecurity DepartmentName:Hometown:Job Title:MASN Jessica MarquardtCanistota, South DakotaLPO, Preventive MaintenanceTime in Service: 4 Years, 10 MonthsTime in Service: 3 Years, 9 MonthsTime on Island:Time on Island:4 MonthsWhat I like about my job: “I like the unique andchallenging opportunities in a constantly evolvingtechnical field. There is always something new tolearn.”3 MonthsWhat I like about my job: “I like working withthe different services and countries. There is somuch responsibility and so many people count onyou to do the right thing so that the mission iscoompleted My friends and family love the factthat I am a U.S. Navy Police Officer.”
6Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006Force Protection/Ship’s StoreHQ USPACOM Force Protection (FP) Advisory MessageAll DoD personnel must considercarefully the risks of traveling to thePhilippines. The country has recentlyexperienced an increased threat fromextortionists by both kidnap forransom and bombing operations asevidenced by the bus bombing in thesouthern Philippines. Terroristgroups, including Jemaah lslamiyah(JI), Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), andNew Peoples Army (NPA), areactive in various areas throughout thePhilippines.Historically, the Philippines hasexperienced bombs exploding inshopping malls, on publictransportation, at airports and portfacilities, in places of worship, and inother public areas resulting innumerous casualties, including severaldeaths. DoD personnel should beaware that terrorists could seek softtargets as most official facilities haveincreased security measures in place.Such soft targets could include but arenot limited to places where Americansand other westerners live, congregate,shop or visit, including hotels, clubs,restaurants, shopping centers,identifiably western businesses,housing compounds, transportationsystems, places of worship, schools,or public recreation events.DoD personnel are advised toreview their security posture, increasevigilance, and practice sound securityprocedures on a daily basis. A goodrandom antiterrorism measure is tovary the time and route of movementsto make your daily actions lesspredictable.Tips for avoiding SpamSubmitted by NCTAMS(Source: MacAfee’s Website)We recommend the following tips toreduce unwanted e-mail messages. Makethese tips available to users to help themreduce the amount of spam they receive: Use a different email address or“public” email address whenparticipating in news groups,joint contests, or responding toany third –party requests online. Avoid using a Reply or Removeoption. Some senders removethe address, but others recordthe e-mail address and later sendmore spam, or sell the address toother spammers. Limit internet usage at work.When at work, do not accesssites that are not businessrelated such as message boards,e-trade sites, internet auctions,and e-commerce sites.Don’t post e-mail addressesonline. Know whether your email address will be displayed orused before posting an e-mailaddress online. Read the privacypolicy on the web site beforeposting your address and optout, if possible.Beware of purchasing productsthat are advertised by spam.Ship’s Store CornerAVAILABLE SOONRemote Control CarsSALE ITEMSVarious Lunch MeatHot dogsSnicker’s CookiesInstant NoodlesRuffles Potato ChipsApple Cinnamon Pop TartsBIKE ORDERSIf you would like to special order abike, you may do so at the CustomerService Desk. A bicycle catalog withprices is available to make yourselection. Special order bikes takeabout 3 months for shipment to DiegoGarcia.When you respond to this typeof e-mail message, you oftenmake more personal informationsuch as your name, address,telephone number or credit cardnumber available to spammers,which can lead to increasedspam. Furthermore, in order toprovide themselves with anincome, spammers must issuelarge numbers of e-mail messagesin order to get enoughresponses. By not responding atall, you can discourage thisadvertising technique by makingit unprofitable.SHOPPING CARTSCustomers are authorized to usecarts to transport groceries from theShip’s Store to place of residence.We would greatly appreciate thatyou return them to the store.SHIP’S STORE GIFT CERTIFICATESThey are offered in 10 incrementsand can be purchased at the customerservice counter.
Sports/EntertainmentEntertainment this WeekTropical TimesApril 21, 20067Main Outdoor TheaterMWR Presents:Friday at 8 p.m. Friday at 10 p.m. -“Feedback Band”The RingerAeon FluxSaturday at 8 p.m. Saturday at 10 p.m. -Aeon FluxThe Stone FamilyFriday, April 21, Island Room, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.Sunday at 8 p.m. -The Stone Family“DJ Jasper (Latino)”Monday at 8 p.m. -Chronicles of RiddickFriday, April 21, Camp Justice, 8 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.Tuesday at 8 p.m. -Check MOT MarqueeWednesday at 8 p.m. -Check MOT Marquee“Feedback Band”Saturday, April 22, Island Room, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.Thursday at 8 p.m. -Fantastic FourOfficers ClubMWR events this WeekSaturday, April 22Wednesday, April 2640K Bike RideUNO TournamentJake’s PlaceIsland RoomShowtime: 8 a.m.Starts: 8:30 a.m.6 p.m.Sunday, April 23Golf TournamentCoral Sands Golf CourseVarious Start Timesbeginning at 7:30 a.m.CPO ClubTuesday at 7:30 p.m. -Thursday, April 27Wednesday at 7:30 p.m -3 on 3 BasketballTournamentThursday at 7:30 p.m. -Fantastic FourSl e e p wa lke r sThe CaveFitness CenterEach movie that plays at the M.O.T. will be replayedthe following morning at 11 a.m. in the Turner Club.*Note: Movies are subject to change!5 p.m.Liberty CenterFriday, April 28Off Road Bike Race5K Fun RunJake’s PlaceShowtime: 4:30 p.m.Fitness CenterNBAThursday at 7:30 p.m. - Chronicles of RiddickSaturday at 7 p.m. The FogSaturday at 9 p.m - History of the World: Part 1Monday, April 24Starts: 5 p.m.The CaveTuesday at 7:30 p.m. -6 p.m.Friday at 7 p.m. Exorcism of Emily RoseSaturday at 7 p.m. - Nightmare on Elm StreetSunday at 7 p.m. - History of the World: Part 1Monday at 7 p.m. Transporter 2Tuesday at 7 p.m. Land of the DeadWednesday at 7 p.m. Fantastic FourThursday at 7 p.m. Sl e e p wa lke r sVarious SportsAll games are subject to change.For more information log on to:www.myafn.net.NBA PlayoffsSunday, April 23Teams TBD (Live) 1 a.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Live) 3:30 a.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Live) 6 a.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Live) 8:30 a.m. AFN SPORTSMonday, April 24Teams TBD (Live) 1:30 a.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Tape) 1 p.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Tape) 3:30 p.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Tape) 6 p.m. AFN SPORTSTuesday, April 25Teams TBD (Live) 5:30 a.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Live) 8 a.m. AFN SPORTSWednesday, April 26Teams TBD (Live) 5:30 a.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Live) 8 a.m. AFN SPORTSTeams TBD (Tape) 1 p.m. AFN SPORTSNASCAR (April 22 & 23)Busch Series: Bashas’ Supermarkets 200, (Tape) Saturday,1 p.m. AFN SPORTSNextel Cup Series: Subway Fresh 500, (Tape) Sunday,1 p.m. AFN SPORTSMLB (April 22, 25 & 26)Cubs at Cardinals, (Live) Saturday, 6 a.m. AFN PACIFICMarlins at Cubs, (Tape) Tuesday, 7 p.m. AFN SPORTSPirates at Cardinals, (Live) Wednesday, 11 p.m. AFN SPORTSNHL (April 24)NHL Playoffs: First Round, (Live) Monday, 5 a.m. AFN SPORTSNHL Playoffs: First Round, (Live) Monday, 8 a.m. AFN SPORTS
8Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006Across1 Ellingtoncontemporary6 “Cat on Tin Roof”10 Projecting rock14 Warner , CharlieChan portrayer15 Church part16 Angel’s topper17 Singer Ronstadt18 Circus performer20 Lord’s land22 Like a lion23 Year-by-yearaccounts25 Reverses26 Whirlpool28 Language of SriWeekly CrosswordLanka30 Fitting31 Part of a spur33 Actor Romero37 Hurt and disable39 Mindless followers41 Debtor’s woe42 Penh44 “ my case”46 Man, in old Rome47 Mourning song49 Unorthodox belief51 “You Love You”54 More expensive56 Casanova, for one58 European tongue61 Lively63 “Cool!”64 “Body Count” rapper65 “Two Years BeforeThe Mast” author66 Law67 Father68 Christian Sciencefounder69 AbscondDown1 Fearless2 “I cannot tell ”3 National hero ofArgentina4 Start right?5 “The Mary TylerMoore Show” co-star6 Divine messenger7 Shakespearean prince8 Ellipsoid9 Church hymn10 “The Big Sleep”author11 Proportion12 Solo13 Al et al.19 Column style21 Largest island of theCyclades24 Directed26 Seductive woman27 Colorful fish29 Out of the wind32 Tory rival34 Golfer Ballesteros35 Sacred bull of Egypt36 Actor Calhoun38 Restrain40 “Fiddlesticks!”43 Copy closely45 Roman writer ofcomedies48 Live50 Give new hands51 Song thrush52 Friends in Firenze53 English seaport55 Attempt57 Warty creature59 Call it a day60 Sharpen62 Frankfurter link
Environmental9Chagos Archipelago - A Sea Turtle SanctuaryTropical TimesApril 21, 2006By Nestor GuzmanNSF EnvironmentalBefore the establishment ofthe British Indian OceanTerritory (BIOT) in 1814, manhad stood upon this largest andmost complex group of atolls inthe world, the ChagosArchipelago. The ChagosArchipelago is a mixture of fiveislanded atolls; severalsubmerged or drowned atollsand a collection of submergedbanks known as the GreatChagos Bank. This un-spoiledchain of atolls provides arelatively undisturbedsanctuary for wildlife especiallyfor the critically endangeredhawksbill turtle Erethmochelysimbricata and the endangeredgreen turtle Chelonia mydasThough Chagos Archipelagois available for defense andsecurity purposes by both theU.S. and U.K., wildlife in theBIOT is protected under law and heavypenalties apply for infringement of theregulations.Several studies have concluded thatthe migration of sea turtles in theArchipelago has gained internationalattention. In March 2002, U.K. became asignatory of the internationalMemorandum of Understanding on theConservation and Management of MarineTurtles and their Habitats of the IndianOcean and South East Asia.All seven species of the world’s marineturtles are threatened with extinction dueto over harvesting of eggs, destruction ofhabitat, widespread hunting for their fleshand shells and accidental captures infishing nets worldwide. However,hawksbill and green turtles are known tonest abundantly on Diego Garcia.Immature green and hawksbills forageextensively in the lagoon waters. Crudeestimates on the number of females thatnest annually in Chagos are: 700 forhawksbill and 800 for green turtles whileunknown number of leatherback andloggerhead turtles feed in the surroundingwaters.island residents that violation towildlife protection may result toprosecution. Likewise,conservation leaflets andcampaign materials are posted inconspicuous places. The NavalMedia Center plays an activerole in advertising thru the radioand television.One big problem that ChagosArchipelago faces is the amountof garbage washed to shorefrom trans-oceanic floatingdebris that pollute turtle habitatsand nest sites. DG is notexempt, as debris is washed toshore by the strong MALABARcurrent from the direction ofSouth East Asia. Approximately28 truckloads of nonbiodegradables are collectedeach year during the bi-annualbeach cleanup to prepare theshoreline for the seasonalnesting of turtles.Diego Garcia is also home toTurtle Cove where a large proportion ofhawksbill and green turtles reside andfeed. Two observation decks wereconstructed for enthusiasts to viewforaging turtles, spectacular sea life andbaby sharks. Considered as an area ofworldwide significance, Turtle Cove mayact as a protected refuge and a safe havenfor sea turtles.The HAWKSBILL TURTLE alsocalled the tortoiseshell turtle is the mostvaluable of all marine turtles. Thehawksbill turtle has a hooked upper jawthat resembles a hawk’s beak and twopairs of large plates or shields on the topof the head, between the eyes. Natural,commercial tortoiseshell comes from theseshields, which are black or dark brown andrichly splashed with yellow. The shieldsare removed from the back of the turtle byapplying heat, often while it is still alive.Hunted for its shell and eggs, this speciesis now facing extinction. The hawksbillturtle, as many other sea turtles isomnivorous, feeding mostly oninvertebrates and can reach a maximumlength of about 1 m (about 3 ft).Continued, see Turtle Sanctuaryon page 17.Photo by JO1 MargallisSeveral scientific studies have beendone by both the Foreign CommonwealthOffice and the United States Navy toidentify critical nesting habitat and toassess the status of nesting population,population structure, growth rates,feeding ecology and patterns of migration.How turtles in the world are related iscurrently being studied thru DNAprofiling. The most recent study is thesurvey of various nesting season and GPSmapping of nest locations for monitoringand continuing studies. Findings andrecommendations were incorporated in theupdate of Diego Garcia’s IntegratedNatural Resources Management Plan.EDUCATION AND AWARENESSCAMPAIGNS:A strict Turtle Conservation Program isobserved in Diego Garcia. NatureReserves and Conservation Areas areestablished. November is designatedTurtle Conservation Month with activitiesranging from 22-mile beach clean up andfun run/ walk. Additionally, WildlifeProtection Regulations are emphasizedduring indoctrination to visitors and
10Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006Odds & EndsNautical Terms and Phrases.Their Meaning and OriginThis week’s phrase is:Toe the lineThe space between each pair of deck planks in a wooden shipwas filled with a packing material called “oakum” and then sealedwith a mixture of pitch and tar. The result, from afar, was a seriesof parallel lines a half-foot or so apart, running the length of thedeck. Once a week, as a rule, usually on Sunday, a warship’s crewwas ordered to fall in at quarters — that is, each group of meninto which the crew was divided would line up in formation in agiven area of the deck. To insure a neat alignment of each row, theSailors were directed to stand with their toes just touching aparticular seam.Another use for these seams was punitive. The youngsters ina ship, be they ship’s boys or student officers, might be requiredto stand with their toes just touching a designated seam for alength of time as punishment for some minor infraction ofdiscipline, such as talking or fidgeting at the wrong time. A toughcaptain might require the miscreant to stand there, not talking toanyone, in fair weather or foul, for hours at a time. Hopefully, hewould learn it was easier and more pleasant to conduct himself inthe required manner rather than suffer the punishment.From these two uses of deck seams comes our cautionaryword to obstreperous youngsters to “toe the line.”This Week in Naval HistorySource: Naval Historical CenterApril 22, 1778 - Captain John Paul Jones of Ranger ledlanding party raid on Whitehaven, England.April 23, 1934 - In first Navy movement throughPanama Canal over 100 ships transited.Jon Schleyer, BritishTraining Officer, photographed this tiny ClownFish peeking from withinthe safety of a seaanemone. The photograph was selected asFirst Place in the Underwater Category by thejudges in the MWRPhotography Contest.Check out pages 14 and15 for more winningphotos.Want to share your favorite photo or two with the Island Team?Submit your photos with some information about the photo to JO1Margallis at margallisd@dg.navy.mil. Photo credit will be given ifpublished in the Tropical Times.April 24, 1862 - Battle of New Orleans; Union Navy under DavidFarragut runs past forts into Mississippi River.April 25, 1959 - USS Eversole rescues 14 Chinese Nationalistfishermen from their sinking fishing trawler in the Formosa Strait.April 26, 1921 - U.S. Naval Detachment left Yugoslavia afteradministering area around Spalato for 2 years to guaranteetransfer of area from Austria to new country.April 27, 1861 - President Lincoln extendedblockade of Confederacy to Virginia and NorthCarolina ports.April 28, 1993 - SECDEF memo orders ArmedForces to train and assign women on combat aircraftand most combat ships, but not to ground combatpositions.Answers to Last Week’s Crossword:Tide ReportApril 22 - ayHighLowHighLow9:28 a.m.10:57 a.m.11:48 a.m.12:10 a.m.12:48 a.m.1:22 a.m.1:58 a.m.3:07 a.m.4:40 a.m.5:38 a.m.6:24 a.m.7:02 a.m.7:38 a.m.8:12 a.m.10:30 p.m.11:28 p.m.---------12:30 p.m.1:10 p.m.1:48 p.m.2:24 p.m.4:13 p.m.5:18 p.m.6:05 p.m.6:44 p.m.7:21 p.m.7:56 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006Notices11The DGYacht Clubwelcomesnew members! No priorsailing experience necessary!Meetings are held on the firstWednesday of every month at5 p.m. Come by for food andfun!Drinking Water NoticeThis is to inform the public that the water fromthe tap (distribution water faucets) exceeds themaximum contaminant level requirements forTRIHALOMETHANE and is therefore strictlyNOT SUITABLE FOR DRINKING PURPOSES.Drinking Water (Potable Water) is regularlydistributed in: white water tanks situated close toyour barracks, 5-gallon bottled water coolers inoffices and other areas, and hydro-pneumatic tankslocated in all clubs and dining facilities.For more information, please call the NSFEnvironmental Office at 370-4540.RCalling all DG athletes!The Branch Health Clinic is offeringcustom-made athletic mouthguards tohelp protect the mouth and jaws. Callthe Dental Clinic at x4213 to make a 30minute appointment!
12Tropical TimesApril 21, 2006SportsBoard Games CompetitionEvent held April 18Dominos1st – Jerimiah Smiley (40 EMXS)2nd - Juan Carillo (AF)3rd - Tim Carrington (BHC)Chess1st - Jerry Rapapdas (DG21)2nd - Arnel Perez (DG21)3rd – Rudy Rosales (DG21)Spades1st – James Gaskill (DG21)Danny Frey (PSD)2nd – Gregory TormaschyDouglas Gorisch3rd - Tim Merz (AF)Rolly Versoza (DG21)(l to r) First place in chess: Jerry Rapapdas;first place team in spades: Danny Frey andJames Gaskill; and first place in dominos:Jerimiah Smiley. Congratulations!Bowling TournamentTournament held April 16.Men1st - Fernan Gasmin (NSF) 5932nd - Lou Trembly (PACAF) 5853rd – Donald Ilano (DG21) 567Women1st – Beth del Pilar (PACAF) 5292nd - Janet Bennett (PWD) 4613rd - Luz Magpoc (DG21) 421
Sports IIEvent held April 15Time in hh:mm:ssMen (29 & under)1st - Eric Gould (OBREGON) 1:17:592nd - Jesse Lamarand (20 EBS) 1:46:00Men (30 – 39)1st - Fernan Salengga (DG21) 1:25:302nd – Steve Hasstedt (AMC) 1:27:273rd - Chris Chandler (EBS) 1:34:18Men (40 – 49)1st - Greg Bell (EBS) 1:04:452nd – Jojo Eugenio (DG21) 1:20:213rd - Larry Littrell (PACAF) 1:42:55Men (50 & over)1st – Larry Godek (OBREGON) 1:43:56Women (29 & under)1st – Ellen Serra (EBS) 1:31:26Women (30 – 39)1st – Dianna dela Torre (EBS) 1:36:322nd - Shannon Murray (BMC) 1:40:10Women (40 – 49)1st – Margaret Webb (BHC) 2:15:20Team1st - Jasper Salandanan (DG21) 1:08:59Michael EstanislaoJoe
Christian’s Den Band Practice Tuesday and Saturday 8 p.m. Tagalog Bible Study Wednesday 7 p.m. Tagalog Fellowship Thursday 7 p.m. Contemporary Christian Service Sunday 7 p.m. Diego Garcia Island Church Services The Chapel in the Palms 370-4601 Iglesia ni Cristo English Worship Service Thur
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Cisco MWR 2941 Router Command Reference This appendix contains an alphabetical listing of new and revised commands specific to the Cisco MWR 2941 router. Note For a general reference for Cisco IOS, see the documentation for Cisco IOS Software Releases 12.2 SR . The Cisco MWR 2941 does not nec
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Photography Contest Rules & Guidelines. PURPOSE . The Texas 4-H Photography Contest encourages self-expression and allows youth to demonstrate skills learned in the area of photography, including the use of photographic equipment and process of photographs. OBJECTIVES To develop skills in composition, light, story line, posing, and awareness.
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1. WELCOME TO NATIONAL HISTORY DAY 3 1.1. About the NHD Contest 3 2. PARTICIPATION INFORMATION 4 2.1. Affiliate Contest Structure 4 2.2. Contest Divisions 4 2.3. Contest Categories 5 2.4. Rewards for Participation 5 3. ENTERING NHD CONTESTS 6 3.1. Logistical Procedures 6 3.2. Entry Procedures 6 3.3. Advancement of Entries 6 3.4. Contest .
AssemblyLine flow and Hooks .26 Controlling the flow of an AssemblyLine . . . 30 Expressions .30 Expressions in component parameters .33 Expressions in LinkCriteria .33 Expressions in Branches, Loops and Switch/Case 34 Scripting with Expressions .34 The Entry object.35 Chapter 2. Scripting in TDI .37 Internal data model: Entries, Attributes and Values 38 Working with .
