- December 19, 1991
Naval Weapons Center, China Lake, california 93555-6001 Vol. XLVI, No. 51, December 19, 1991 President salutes China Lake four Commendations recognize contributions to the HARM low cost seeker development program By Barry McDonald awarded the Presidential Quality and Manage improved productivity and quality of Ser- Rocketeer Staff Writer ment Improvement Award for 1990. Estab vice." Good-natured fmger-pointing ranged from lished by President George Bush in 1989, the Hughes and Nalley were on-hand for the the President to the Director of Navy Labs, program provides recognition for outstanding presentation, Kyser was on leave and will Gerry Schiefer, and from SPAWAR to OPM, improvements in government operations, cost receive his award when he returns and Wal last Monday at the Commander's Meeting, for savings and services to the public. lace, who now worlc:s for private industry, will the time it took to acquire presidential award The commendation letters state, in part, "I receive his award by mail. plaques and letters of commendation for four am pleased to commend you for your dedica The award recognized the significant pr0- • Center employees. tion and exemplary service... for your cost-sav jected cost savings, $37 million, of the scien Richard Smith Hughes (Code 35205), J. ing work on the HARM (Low Cost Seeker tists' and engineers' efforts in designing three Patrick Nalley (Code 3649), Dr. David S. (LCS» missile system ... which contributed to analog integrated circuits (ICs), originally , Kyser (Code 3941) and Dean A. Wallace were the Federal Government's objectives of (Continued on Page 5) NWC seeking conservation • data in homes by Peggy Shoar 1 Rocketeer Staff Writer Water conservation is an important issue in California today, and the Naval Weapons Center wants to do its part. The Center's newest efforts in conser vation is metering eight houses on-Center and retrofitting four of them with conservation materi als, such as water-saving toilets, water-saving bathroom and kitchen faucets and water-saving shower heads. According to Steve Cooper, a landscape architect with the Resources Management Branch, Environmental Project Office, the meters will be monitored for a year to determine if enough PRESIDENTIAL COMMENDATION--Presidential Quality and Management water is being conserved in the Improvement Awards presented last week were late in coming, but not so retrofitted houses to justify the late they came from the president above. The ICs responsible are (clock expense of retrofitting all homes on-Center. "Technically, it's a wise from left) the logarithmic amplifier, video amplifier and track and hold (ConMued on Page 9) circuit used In the guidance and control section of the HARM LCS. TID photo Vampires pick top sailor Ifyou think you have to leave means facing challenB"es, taking By Barry McDonald A look at his service record reveals Ernst's deci the Navy to have a successful Rocketeer Staff Writer sion was to make a distinguished career of the Navy. ~sponsibil.ity and domg an In the case of AMEi (AW) Miles P. Ernst, indus Among others, his awards include a meritorious career, you're all wet. lIDportantJob you're proud of. Iry's loss was the Navy's gain. Named Air Test and unit commendation, designation as an enlisted avia We don't have to tell you about Ifthat's your defimtion of Evaluation Five's (YX-5) Vampire of the Year for tion warfare specialist (EAWS) and three letters of the financial advantages: A steady success, we're in the same boat. 1992, AMEI Ernst got out of the Navy in 1979 after appreciation. In addition to more than IS years of paycheck, a great retirement See your Command Retention serving his ftrst enlistment at the Naval Weapons formal education, he has 19 Navy schools and eight package, and other benefits few Team today. Center in the aviation structural mechanics shop. self-study courses to his credit civilian jobs can match. But unable to find long-term employment security Following the selection as VX-S's sailor of the Today's Navy. There's really no in induslry, he signed up again, this time planning year is the nomination for 1992 Shore Sailor of the But success means more: It better place to make a splash. on a Navy career. Year for the Pacific Fleet. The nomination leuer by "I was totally shocked when I was chosen as VX-5's Commanding Officer, Capt Garth Van Sick supervisor of the (fIrst) quarter," said Ernst, who le says Ernst's "technical expertise (maintenance of You and the Navy. Full Speed Ahead. supervises the egress and environmental systems egress/environmental systems and collateral duty shop. "I had put in one of my people for Vampire of inspection of various versions of six different air the month but had no idea Senior Chief (AMCS craft), leadership and initiative have been a driving Randolph) Dahms had nominated me." (Cowued on Page 3) - December19,1991 December 19, 1991 Commentary ROCKETEER CLASSIFIEDS
going to lake place again when we consolidate. I am curious in this time of trying to save money. that we are doing a process which may Rocketeer indeed have to he repeated three months hence. Wouldn't it have been NON-MILITARY PERSONNEL that wish to place Classified ads In CLASSIFICATIONS beuer to have postponed this for three months and then if we don't con· the ROCKETEER will be charged, PER ISSUE, as follows: Published by High Desert Newspa. .solidate. we could still do the rebadging. This concerns me greatly. Ads up to 5 lines ...... $3.00 PERSONALS ...... 1 SERVICES ...... 30 pers.lnc. having to do the same process twice in the very short time. LOST & FOUND ...... 5 AUTOMOTIVE...... 35 224 EasI Ridgecrest Blvd. Ads up to 10 Iines ...... $5.50 ANSWERS HAPPY ADS ...... 10 MISC. FOR SALE ...... 40 Ridg.."..~ CA 93555 (I) Signatures and photographs are being digitized and stored in the Ads up to 15Iines...... $8.00 HELP WANTED ...... 15 GARAGE SALES ...... 45 (619) 315-4481 PETS & SUPPlIES ...... 50 This conunercial enteJprise (CE) I have five questions. three of them are regarding the present same manner as they are for your California driver's license. As you Ads up to 20 lines ...... $10.00 RENTALS ...... 20 newspaper is an authorized publi· rebadging process going on. Although I haven't gone through the are probably aware. it is extremely difficult to mainlain a computer Ads over 20 lines ...... $1 0.00 & $1.00 per line over 20 lines. BUSINESS ...... 25 REAL ESTATE ...... 55 cation. ConlallS of NWC ROCKE· rebadging process myself. a friend of mine has and shared his con· security system that is foolproof to a dedicated and Imowledgeable TEER .e J1O( necessarily the offi· cerns. One. he observed all the signatures going on the badges were hacker. However. the badge system has been accredited by OPNAV cial vie,., of. or endorsed by. the digitized and going into permanent storage _. or is it a temporary pro. standards and is protected by not only the unique hardware and soft· U.S. Govermnen~ the DeplTlllteJ\t DEADLINE FOR ALL CLASSIFIED LINE ADS IS 4:30 p.m. TUESDAY - cess. only? If they are going into permanent storage. what assurance ware used. but by passwords and access rights. Access to the dala base • of Defense or High Desert News· is limited and is strictly controlled. papers. Inc. do we. as NWC employees. have that those signatures are appropriate PRIOR TO THURSDAY PUBLICATION Employee photographs and signatures are digitized and stored to The editorial content is edited. pre ly protected .. that a computer hacker. who may have other than good reduce employee inconvenience in future badging operations. When it pared and provided by the Public motives in regards to such a thing. could not access. I observed on • Affairs Offace of the Naval previous badges. we still signed them. followed by the lamination pro. becomes necessary 10 rebadge. badges can be printed without the , Weapuns Center. China Lake. Cor· cess. I fail to see the necessity of digitzing those signatures. employee's presence and can be issued at the employee's worksite. TO PLACE AN AD respondence and material for pub. The second question has to do with the apparent cost of this rebadg· This will eliminate the need for employees to wait in line at a rebadg· lication should be addressed to: ing system. My friend noted he and his friends were waiting in line for ing site. CALL 375-4481 Editor. NWC ROCKETEER. Code anywhere from one to three and a half hours. Even though that is not (2) Every effon has been made in the rebadging process to reduce 0033. Naval Weapons Center. an apparent cost to the Center. cenainly from a lost tine standpoint. the lost time caused by waiting in lines. The long lines to which you OR DROP IT BY Phone: 939·3354. FAJ(: 939·2196 • even if we are a+eraging an hour for people waiting. we are lalking refer resulted from the initial stan up of the rebadging process. When COIIIllllUlde, excessive delays were predicted, employees were advised and it was CAYf. DOUGLAS W. COOK about a quaner of a million dollars in lost time. From that standpoin~ , The Daily Independent! Tecla.kIIl [)Wdor it would seem to me. it might be worth actually expending the money suggested to them that they might return at a later time. when there WILLIAM PORTER having a single employee spend the time scheduling each individual would be less delay. Most employees choose to wait rather than 224 East Ridgecrest Blvd. Public AJJIIirs Offiur throughout the base so they could show up at a specific time. return. Because of the initial long lines. the procedures were changed. CATHY PARTUSCH The third question has to do with that the rebadging process is These changes reduced the waiting time by as much as one half 10 two EtJitgr thirds. Additionally. affected codes were allotted a specific day(s) for STEVE BOSTER rebadging and attempted to schedule approximately 40 employees per 15 HELP WANTED 35 AUTOMOTIVE 40 MISC. FOR SALE SlaJJWriUr hour into the rebadging area. Numerous employees showed up who I 55 REAL ESTATE 55 REAL ESTATE PEGGY SHOAF Pages were not scheduled and many appeared from 15 to 30 minutes prior to 1980 CHEVROLETE . Manual. AlC. SlaJJWriUr PERSON NEEDED TO WATCH TEAKWOOD STEREO CABINET. their scheduled time. This caused an increase in the waiting time. It is AMlFMlCASS. 109,500 miles. Runs BARRY MCDONALD TWO CHILDREN occasional days. $800 OBO. Gulbransen Electric FREE ... WEEKLY LIST of from not feasible to schedule 6.500 appointments for rebadging. Scheduling evenings and weekends. 446-1901 . great. $600 OBO. CaJI446·1621. Organ wfmaple cabinet, $500 OBO. PItolOf"'l"" propertieis for sale by owner appointments would needlessly disrupt the day·to-day badging and vis· Dresses from Singapor. Velvet jack· PUJ CARY BRADY 77 DODGE POWER WAGON· 8 cyl. els from Pakestan. Roller blades, w~h addresses. prices. owner's itor control operations for several months. China Lake. CA 93555·6001; tele· the 20 RENTALS 4WD. 3 spd. PS. AlC. king cab. 5th kid. size 4, $25. HoI Lixx Guitar, $30. phone number. 371·1005. phone (619) 939·3354; FAJ(· 939· (3) Although there is an effon underway to develop a badge com· wheel pkg. 40 gal tank. $3,200 OBO. Call 371-3545. HeIp-lJ.SeIl Real Estale. 375·2905. 2796; Deadline for receiving sto Past mon to all Naval Air Warfare Center facilities. there are no plans 10 1 BDRM., 1 BATH ries and photos is 4 p.m .• Friday rebadge Center employees immediately upon consolidation. You WATERBED FOR SALE· Oueen 83 NISSAN 2WD . 99K miles. Mag for publication on the following might notice that reference to "NAVWPNCEN" was omitted and only Poollwalk·in closeVrefrigerator size, full side, headboard w/mirror. moted to caplain. rims , new tires, new paint. Great Good size. Best offer. 446·1488. TIuu_,. December 19, 1951 "CHINA LAKE" is depicted on the front of the new badge. This was $375/month cond. $2.500. 446-5793. Rich. December IS, 19S1 Published by High Desert Newspa. Arthur Begoon. a 29·year·old done to prelude the necessity of rebadging upon consolidation. It is ERA VAUGHN REALTY WORLD PROGRESS ENCYCLOPE· pers,. Inc., a private frrm in no way m~es . PROPERTY OWNERS NOTS chemist died of a hean Larry Luxton. Sterling Haa· not anticipated that a common NAWC badge will be issued in the 446-6561 87 TOYOTA PICKUp · 73.000 DIAS, $200. 3 cockatiels w/cage. connected with the DoD or U.S. land. Harlan Reep. Aint Jacobs Excellent condo Camper shell, AlC, $75. 44&-7666. atlack while skiing at McGee immediate future. We Want To Manage Your Property Navy. wKIer exclusive written con and Lawrence Hru:tley were HERITAGE VILLAGE HOUSE FOR Nakamichi pull-out stereo. $3,800. Mountain north of Bishop . . .Cdr. 375·2248. tract with the NAVWPNCEN. This James Cunniff is reponing to the named winners of 1981 Michel· RENT · 2BR 2BA, 2 car gar, yard. Featured Rental commercial enterprise newspaper Indudes use of pool, gym. $1OO/mo. 50 PETS SUPPLIES Slation as the new public works son Laboratory Awards ...Lee E. 88 CHEVY CAVALIER· 2 door is an authorized pUblication for China Lake + utilities. 805·382·1163. Iv. msg. officer. relieving Cdr. S.K. Wil· Lakin was presented the Navy Coupe, 4 cy~nder. 5 speed. $6,000 or manbers of the rniliwy servi<:es. $1.000 & payments. 44&-7172. FREE TO GOOD HOME· 8 mo son ...LL Joe Gilben of the Meritorious Civilian Service NORTH END. CLOSE TO NWC . Contenll of the Rocketeer are not 2BR 1BA , gar. FP. all appIi ...... wid temale Rottweiler. All current shots. nccessaily the official views of, or NOTS Infirmary. won a Bronze Award by Capt. JJ. Lahr... AII Calendar Good disposition. Call (619) 446· hookups. cable hookups. Fenced 40 MISC. FOR SALE endoned by the U.S. Government. Star while action while serving the housing area on NWC is pan Thursday, Dec. 19 back yard. Trash peid. $4351mo., 1s~ 4689. the Department of Defense. or with an Army anillery battalion pan of the City of RidgecresL . last + dep. 446·2086 aller 5pm. · ..New style area access badges required for FRE E TO GOOD HOME · Male NAVWPNCEN. The appearance of in Korea ...Louis McDonald. .Laura Oliver offers a Navy White German Shepherd, 6 years MlvatisiRg in lhis publication. all NWC restricted areas. head of the process and develop· Relief Society class on lmitting 30 SERVICES old. Also male CoIlielShepherd mix.; including inserts and supplements. ment branch at Salt Wells left for interested volunteers. Saturday, Dec. 21 years old. Call 446-30t9. does J1O( c:onstirute endorsement by NOTS for a job in the private sec· 1600 N. NORMA, SP. 1 the Department of Defense or of · .. Breakfast with Santa, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, REGISTERED COCKER SPANIEL tor .. December 19, 1986 Walk to stores· across from Boeing. Unfurnished 3BR, 2BA the pocIucts or suvices advertised. Seafarer ClUb. FOR SALE . Black male, 1 112 ye ..... Everything advertised in this publi. December 16, 1966 Air Force volunteers removed old. Very playful. Can 446·7895. double wide in quiet park. Water. gas & trash paid. Fenced lot. cation shall be made available for Lt. John Williams and Lt. Gary the last B·29 Superfonresses Tuesday, Dec. 24 Many extras. Year lease required. $595 + sec. pun:hase, use, or pauonage withow Moore flew a UH·34 Seahorse from the NWC "boneyard" · ..Family Day at NWC, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Just Give regard to race. color. religion, sex. helicopter loaded with supplies to recently to he restored for muse national DriIin- age, marital SIaIUs. the Kernville area in suppon of um displays ...A Nevada Nation· Dec. 23-Jan. 3 Us A Ring For pItysicaI handicap, puliticaJ affiUa· FAMILY HOME CARE - Good .lood relief efforts . . .Kenneth aI Guard CH· 54 helicopter · ..NWC Weapons Exhibit Center open 8 a.m. Christian home. Reasonable rallls. tioa, or any other non·merit f...... Home Delivery of Homb of Code 4043 presented a brought the ftrSttwo F/A·IS's to Evenings & weekends ar. avail. of the purcltoser. users, or poIIOn. to 4 p.m., except Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Base ~ Pencing. cal 446- o~ paper on inettial sensors in Wash· NWC to use as live flTe test beds. A c:oaftrmed violation or rejection COUCH AND LOVE SEAT SET· The Daily . .Carl Austin. LCdr. Keith Hahn Tuesday-Wednesday, Dec. 31-Jan. 1 4689 for delails . 371-4IDi of this po1icy of equal opponuni. ington last week ...CapL Allee F. $500080. cal 446-7172. ~~'9) and Capt R.M. Gugowski. pre. Independent ties by ... advertiser will result in Oapp hosted a group of visitors · ..Kids New Year's Eve Party, 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., Property MBll!l&emenl'~d Qental Ocrvice the JeluuI to pint advertisiDa. . from Bakersfield J.r College sented the first check from the' NWC Youth Center. C/assifieds Get Results DP WEIGHT BENCH AND recently ...Army ILt. James Coso Joint Venture to Capt John WEIGHTS. $125. Speakers. $75. 375-7778 109 E. Qid&ecre& Blvd. _ cal after 6pm. 446-3955. Cobb. NOTS liaison. was pro- Bun, NWC Commander. December 19, 1991 December 19, 1991 3 Community Events Military News What's happening at IWV Spanish courses offered armer, onam sa ors 0 quarter By Barry McDonald glas W. Cook commended IC I deployed units successfully com Craig, after presenting the plaque. Delgado, praised her auainment Every third Saturday of the the artist and museum members . From now through Jan. 17, through the Sierra Sands Rocketeer Starr Writer Farmer in the selection leller for pleted their missions." "Your work has given the Naval of expertise as an expediter in the month (Dec. 21) at 2 p.m., the will be held Friday, Jan. 10 from the Cerro Coso Community Col Saying they would soon be superb performance as NWC Those details include arrang Weapons Center a good repula programs management unit of the Stroke Survivors' Support Group 7 to 9 p.m. Admission to the lege Fine Ans Gallery will show collector's items, Cap!. BJ. Craig, Aeet Liaison CoordinalDr. "Your ing for maintenance, if the tion throughout the neeL" Aviation Supply Division. He meets at the Beverly Manor Adult Education Program museum is $1 for adults and 50 the second annual Alumni Invi Naval Weapons Center Chief expertise and personal diligence detachment hasn't brought along read, in pan, "You have repeated Health Care Center, 1131 N. cents for children. There is no Starting the week of Jan. 27, two Spanish courses will be offered tational ¥t Exhibit. The show is Staff Officer, presented NWC were directly respontible for the its own crew, aircraft parking Turning to the junior sailor of ly demonsuated your ability to China lake Blvd. The group is a fee to museum members. open to public. through the Sierra Sands School District's Adult Education Program. the plaques ID the senior and junior smooth deployment of 21 aircraft space, accommodations for per- the quarter, AN Delgado, Capt. correct erroneous supply transac resource for building a suppon Spanish I introduces Spanish to studenlS, with an emphasis on conver •••• •••• sailors of the third quaner, 1991, of various type/mission suppon sonnel, airfield access badges and Craig, who, as Aircraft Depart tions, which have been instru system for those who have had a On Thursday evenings, Jan. sation. Spanish 2 is for those who have a basic understanding of the During a dinner meeting at last Tuesday in the Aircraft ing six separate weapons detach meeting a variety of other needs. ment head is the ultimate super mental in the reduction of error stroke and for those caring for 16-Feb. 13, the Indian Wells Val language. Both classes will be held evenings (6:30 ID 9:30 p.m.) dur the Texas Caule Company on Department conference room. ments to NWC. Through your "1 can allestlD the fine work it visor of both selectees, said, rates in documentation. Addition· them. For more information, call ley Master Gardeners will host a ing the school week. Cost is only 530, which includes textbooks and Wednesday, Jan. 8, the Indian Senior sailor honors were pre resourcefulness and "can-do" aui- takes to make just one detach- "Where there are good leaders, ally, you have expeditiously pro Lisa Corsey at 446-3591. Desert Gardening Workshop materials. However, if the class can help further your career, the pro Wells Valley TV Booster's 1992 sented to ICI Darnell Farmer, and tude, you efficiently orchestrated ment go smoothly, said Capt. there are good people coming up cessed supply requisitions by from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Knights gram waives the costs. For more information, call 371-9562. •••• board of directors will be AN Socorro A. Delgado received the numerous .------, behind them." transmining follow requests Colorful and expressionistic of Columbus Hall. The public is installed. A social hour at 6:30 Sign Language Club meets on first Friday junior sailor accolade. details required Capt. Craig's which have enhanced material works of Northern California invited to attend. p.m. begins the event. Reserva NWC Comman<\er, CapL Dou- to ensure the lener, selecting availability. " anist David Harris will be fea Registration is SlOper person tions are required and may be Interested in learning sign language? A Sign Language Club, spon tured in Transilions, a new show or S 15 per couple. Pre-registra made by calling Gene Schneider sored by the High Desen Deaf Support Services, holds meetings on the Senior sailor Farmer is Higher education goals at the Maturango Museum's tion is required and may be made at 446-4470. Leave your name, first Friday of each month. Interested panies are welcome ID attend. Sylvia Winslow Exhibition by calling Beverly Wood, 377- phone number and the number of For more information, call 377-3445 or 375-9613 (Voice/TDD). favored by opportunity lead Delgado to-career Gallery from Jan. II through 5558 or Billie SlDne, 377-5158. people auending on the answer "A career of golden opponunities" is the way "1 originally joined the Navy for the G.\. Bill, so Feb. 5. A preview reception for .* •• ing machine. ICI Darnell Farmer, senior sailor of the third quar I could go to school," said AN Socorro "Suki·' Del ter, describes his time in the Navy. gado, junior sailor of the quaner. "I auended Michi The most recent example of this was his June gan State University for three months and then Computing Heritage 1991 designation as an Enlisted Aviation Warfare realized it was too expensive. I wanted to go ID col Montessori • UVE X-MAS CENTERPIECES Specialist (EAWS). He completed the EAWS pro lege, so this was going to be my way of getting seminar set • POINSElTAS & ARRANGEMENTS gram in just ten months. During the award presenta there." Pre-School tion, Quality Assurance Branch head, Lt. John Originally wanting to be a doctor, AN-Delgado Thirty leading manufacturers Everything You Need! 934 Heritage Drive Brookes, rose from the small audience ID say Peuy now says, if she gets into the program for the rate will exhibit their abilities, which 446-7459 Officer Farmer was the best of the EAWS candi she is striking, CTI (cryptologic technician, inter include products and services • dates. pretive), she'll make a career of the Navy. uniquely associated with real New Room - More spaces "All of the people I needed ID talk ID and learn Despite the success she's had learning and work time applications during the available for 3 and 4 year from for each section were nearby," Farmer said. BRAVO ZULU--Capt. B.J. Craig, NWC Chief Staff ing as an AK (aviation storekccper), which led to Real-Time Computing Exhibi olds in our Short Program at $155/mo or Full Day. "That's what I mean about having good opponuni her selection as junior sailor, Delgado says there arc tions seminar set for Thursday, Special January registration DISCOUNT. Call or come by. Officer, congratulates AN Socorro Delgado of the ties. If I'd been trying to do it aboard a carrier, it already many people in the A K rate, and there is a Jan. 23, at the Kerr McGee Cen Aviation Supply Division on her selection as would have taken much longer." need for native speaking interprcters. ter from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The junior sailor of the quarter. Senior sailor of the He says he's been lucky most of his Navy jobs She fits the bill. Born in EI Paso, under a pro RTC show in Ridgecrest is spon allowed him to complete all of his responsibilities quarter, IC1 Darnell Farmer, NWC's Fleet Liaison gram that allowed Mexican nationals to have their sored by the manufacturers to Lowest Prices (Continued on Page 4) Coordinator, looks on . Photo by PH3 Cary Brady (Continued on Page 6) bring the most advance technolo gies to you! Registration is free and includes breakfast and/or Largest Selection lunch. R.S.V.P. are requested and AME1 Miles Ernst selected as can be made by calling Sherry Guy at (800) 733-1811 . VX-5 1992 Vampire of the Year Nllt ••nINE lat ••,It ••• 'flcl •• cl pro (Continued on Page J) Then when she left the Navy they He will be able ID retire in five ., ... force within the Egress/Environ moved to he r native Eveleth, or six years and hopes he'll have tell: Nllt •• t. 5636 (24 ...... 1 mental Branch and are equally Minn. the time at hi s next tour to be or te.. the Insp.ttor 'e.. erl. impressive in the Quality Assur He re-entered the Navy in able to complete requirements for , 1-Hour Film velopment ance Division. February 1983, seeing his first his commercial airframe and Low Cost Pelly Officer Ernst has also duty with VP-4 at NAS, Barbers powerplant license. Then he and a whole lot more! served as branch career coun Point, Hawaii, before going to wants ID go to work refurbishing 486 System selor, EAWS Board member, the Pacific Missile Test Center, jetliners for an aircraft company ejection seat safety inslrUclDr and Pt. Mugu with the Naval Military near his wife's hometown. Complete 486 System: duty section leader. Personnel Command, Sea Duty 25MHz with 89MB hard For Your He is an active member of the Component Detachment in 1986. Capt. Van Sickle concluded disk, 2MB RAM, 1 parallel Auxiliary Security Force at Leaving in the spring of 1990 for his leller, saying, "Peny Officer & 2 serial ports, ] .2MB & Holiday Memories NWC, most recently participating three and one-half months of Ernst has established himself as 1.44MB floppy drives, in supply transportation 10 the training at Whidbey Island, he an invaluable cornerstone of the mono. monitor, 101 kbd, • site of the downed Lemoore NAS reponed ID VX-5 in June. squadron's maintenance learn. full-tower case, MS-DOS 5.0. Photo Quik F/A-18 near Independence earlier The expertise and professional Only $1595. Upgrades: this month. AMEI Ernst and his wife have demeanor he exbibits in every VGA $199, 4MB $86.3- 880-8 N. China Lake • Ernst met and married his wife three sons -- Travis, 8, Joshua, 5, endeavor has earned him the VAMPIRE OF THE YEAR--VX-5 Commanding Offi year parts & labor warranty. Amigo's Nursery (Next to Kragen Auto) Kathy, who was also stationed at and Eric, 14 months. complete admiration and respect cer, Garth Van Sickle gives the. "well done" hand "See Us First" NWC, during his fltSt enlistrOent. In his off time he plays soft of the entire command ... A true shake to 1992 Vampire of the year, AME1 Miles Upon leaving the Navy he fol ball and coaches T-ball for Indian superstar, this squadron's choice 813 W. Ridgecrest Blvd .• 384-2442 Ernst at hangar ceremony. Photo by PH2 (AW) Auch lowed her to NAS Bermuda. Wells Valley Youth Baseball. for 1992 Vampire or ~hc Y~.: .1<»jll\;nrUn' )W~ .J\llU December 19, 1991 December 19, 1991 Senior sailor Farmer eyes CPO rank Recognition Variety of computer courses being offered (ColtMuedfrom Page 3) Pacific aboard the USS Constel- Farmer bas four teenage chil- Ja_ A. FiDfpn was]l'OlllOlOO 10 staff seJge3IIt on and still have time to study and lation in both 1977 and 1978, he dren -- Rashaud, Darnell Jr., Dec. i, by onb' of the Commandant of the Marine COIJ)S Word on the IBM-PC & Thursday, 0800-1600, Train management and multi·user con macros, 3D wireframe models along with instructor's lectures January 21-23, Tuesday ing Center. By Doug Bleau, siderations. (solid primatives, section and and help. This class is DOl recom advance in his career. His first worked first in the dial telephone Lanesha and Lanise. C.E ~ Mundy lr. job al NWC, maintaining the air- shop and then the intercom shop. The boys will be playing Tbursday, 0800-1600, Training Code 6441. Autocad 3D/Autolisp profile renderings, and solids mended for serious programmers ::: A~!.Y'ldlie D.1liII re-enli$led fix' two years OIlDcc, p. field's optical lighting system, A tour al the IC repair shop at youth basketball at Kerr McGee Center. By Daryl Vaugbn, Code 'Prerequisite: Completed 4th January 27-31, Monday-fri editing functions) and finally or those who completed the tuto ,Re:enlisri!iioffiCer WM Lt.Mart.1. Sullivan.· allowed him the time to work on the Shore Intermediate Mainte- Center in Ridgecrest this season, 224. Dimension intro, have developed day, 0800-1600, Training Cen Autolisp programming (Syntax rial with little trouble. The focus .\~QCJay ' B. ScOtt~ for two years Oec;,l,:Ri: his EAWS studies and tasks. Now nance Activity, San Diego, gave and dad will be coaching. He also Prerequisite: Basic IBM-PC two or more 4th Dimension ter. By Cad Institute. and the interaction between of this course will be to provide was Lt_ Huber. he supervises a third class petty him exposure to more major coaches Little League. Playing enlisilng i61f1C~ S~ven C. VWiiWWP> operating skills. databases and have begun writing Prerequisite: Enrollees are Autolisp and the drawing editor). plain english explanations for officer in that position, in addi- repairs -- the type that can't be basketball, himself, and fishing Scope: This course covers scripts and/or procedures. required to have basic knowledge 4th Dimension, Tutorial non-programmers and non-tech tion to his Oeetliaison duties. done at sea. round out his recreational time. basic word concepts, entering Intended Audience: Experi of Autocad (Version 10), be January 21-23, Tuesday nical types or for those who need "Growing up I always thought Eighteen weeks of closed cir- text, editing text, saving the doc enced users of 4D. familiar with PC and DOS, and Thursday, 0800-1600, Training help. Special attention will be • I'd work in a factory," said cuit television (CCTV) school About Farmer's selection, his Christmas Schedule ument, printing the document, Scope: The goal of this course have some programming experi Center (Room 109). By Stan given to those who are slow or Farmer, who was born in ClIicago prepared him for his next sea supervisor, ACC (AW) Rohert Protestant COQgmration closing word, character format is to provide the student with the ence. Smith, consultant. need added attention. and raised in Detroit "But in high duty aboard the USS Pensacola, a Adam said, "He earned this 22, Sunday -- 8:30 a.m., Hosanna Service, East Wing ting. paragraph formatting, page skills to write more cOOplex pr0- Scope: Students will be Prerequisite: Macintosh oper Note: Students are asked to school I enjoyed mathematics landing ship dock. where he honor.. .it's not some candy-coat- 10:30 a.m., Service, Main Chapel formauing, spell check. hyphen cedures and scripts. This wiU be trained with Autocad, Version 11. ating skiDs. bring with them the tutorial .that and electrical shop and developed maintained the CCTV system. ed award. He worked for it as an Sunday School Christmas Program ation, form letter (print merge), done by explaining 4th Dimen This course is intended for those Intended Audience: Beginning came with the 4th Dimension an interest in the electrical field. I Then he was assigned to the objective toward the ultimate 24, Tuesday -- 7:00 p.m., Candlelight Service, Main Chapel test columns using tabs, side-by sion concepts and providing tips who already have some experi users of 4th Dimension program. software package to class. The wanted to be an electrical engi- USS Nimitz, where he maintained gnal of getting him in khakis." Catholic Congmation side text tables, numeric columns and techniques. ence with Autocad, but also Scope: This class is an intro class uses the tutorial as its text. neer." three separate CCTV systems, Farmer explained he came to 22, Sunday -- 9:00 a.m., Mass of 4th Sunday of Advent, and tables, glossaries, borders, desire to learn advanced features duction to 4th Dimension and is Enrollments will be filled on a The idea of another four years deploying for seven months to NWC with the goal of making Main Chapel newsletter columns, intro to Objectives: To understand the such as Autolisp, in a relatively intended for those who have first application received, first of school, however, he explained, the Mediterranean and for six chief petty officer. He had com- 24, Tuesday -- 5:00 p.m., Vigil Mass, Main Chapel graphics, table of contents and execution cycle, printing, dialogs shon period of time. The course never used 4)} or who had diffi approved basis. didn't appeal to him, so he staned months on an "around the world" pleted most of the requirements 12:00 a.m., Midnight Mass (Carols all 1:45 p.m.), outline. and windows, data exchange, will review basic Autocad com culty with the tutorial. The tutori For more information about talking to the Navy recruiter. cruise, rounding the tip of South when he arrived and has passed Main Chapel, Reception in East Wing 4tb Dimension, Intro record selection, functions, point mands, cover advanced topics al and quickstan books will be any of these classes, call Annette After graduation he enlisted in America and ending at Bremer- the exam each of the last four following Mass January 27-28, Monday & ers, arrays, passwords, men u such as dimensions, blocks, menu the main material of the class, at NWC exl. 2451. the fall of 1975. ton, Wash. years. All he needed when he 29, Sunday -- 9:00 a.m., Feast of the Holy Family, Main Chapel Tuesday, 0800-1600, Training He went to basic electricity Saying Navy life can be hard arrived on Center was the EAWS 31, Tuesday -- 5:00 p.m., Vigil Mass, Main Chapel Center. By Doug Bleu, Code._------~~ and electronics" A" school, fol- on relationships, he expressed designation and a personal award. 6441. f7r;'en,d your counseling lowed by internal communica- great appreciation fbr his wife, Now an EAWS, selection as Prerequisite: Know the Macin lions (IC) school and has steadily Corrine, whom he married in senior sailor of the quaner makes tosh, complete Quick Stan tutori \5e,5S110n5 on more added to his knowledge in com- 1980. "She hung in there through him hopeful he'll be a chief by al. njusttalk. Make munications elecuooics. all that sea duty, and a lot of them the time sailor of the year is Intended Audience: 4 D users Save Time This Christmas! Deploying to the Western don't" announced. new to 4th Dimension. With our customized Christmas Cards, positive change in your Scope: This course introduces Talk is easy ... but studenlS to basic database con relatives. Sending a letter? We can copy cepts and provides a hands-on your letter on Holiday paper, with many introduction to the design and user environments. Students learn in how to build databases and to ~ st~I~S s~~;;;u ;;5C:~~;~ work effectively with the user environment. The course also g.. PLUS _,,~" ••~ "EMMANUEL" the ages through rustic stories about farmers introduces simple programming There is a story about the great English writer, seeding their fields and a woman sweeping Divine Services techniques through the use of Protestant "~~~~~~4 G.K. Chesterton, in which he is playing a letter house. Emmanuel! God with us! scripts. Computers, software and quiz game with some friends. 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6 December 19, 1991 December 19, 1991 19 Junior Sailor of the Quarter Delgado Promotional opportunities are available sees ell rate as good job experience (Cotrli_ f"''' POI' 18) Training in related quality control and sor on all aspects of the program. The (Continued/rom Page 3) Paso. After" A" school she hopes together to her first en assign romputational methods (romputer model specialized equipment will be received. position requires a strong technical and ing) for explosive interface realiability Job Rele •• nt Criterl.: Ability to oom managerial background and close interac Secretarial opportunities babies in Texas, Delgado lived in to fill one of several billets cur ment. improvements. JOB RELEVANT CRI municate in writing; ability to communi tion with NAVAIR sponsors, major and Mexico and grew up speaking rently open for native Spanish In her off-time she enjoys TERIA: Knowledge of explosive corn cate craDy; ability to gather, record, and small contnctors, Navy Field Activities, This column is used to announce secretary positions for which the duties and job Spanish as a young child. Moving speakers, including one in Puerto shon story writing, designing and ponenu, safety-anning and anning-fuing assemble scientific or engineering data; and NWC team memben. Job Relevant relevant criteria are generaUy similar. Secretaries serve as the principal clerical and to Texas with her family at age 8, Rico and another in Panama. making clothing and reading sci devices; knowledge of affirmative actioo ability to learn the skills necessary to Criteria: Ability to plan, organize, coor administrative support in the designated organization by coordinating and carrying out principles including a willingness to operate motion picture, video cameras and dinate, and manage a technical program; she began learning English in the As a en, Delgado can go on ence fiction. such activities. Secretaries perform numerous tasks which may be dissimilar. Posi implement EEO practices; knowledge of video recorden, and still cameras. Pro Knowledge of guidelines and procedures tioos at lower grades consist primarily of clerical and procedural duties and, as posi third grade. to learn other languages. Already safety cootrols necessary for explosive motion potential 00 DT-3 but not guaran for engineering development, transition tioos increase in grades, administrative functions become predominant. At the higher When she read in the Link the having completed two years of At the awards presentation, ordnmce testing; ability to plm, organize, teed. to-production, and production; Knowl levels. secretaries apply a considerable knowledge of the organization, its objectives Navy was looking for native high school French, she says that Delgado said she couldn't have coordinate, and manage a technical pro No. 35-029, Supervisory Interdisci edge of affirmative action principles and a and lines of communication. Depending on grade level, typical secretary duties are gram.; ability to influence and mOlovate plinary (AerospacelElectronidEledri willingness to implement EEO practices; speakers, she researched the pro will be her next choice for auain achieved this level of success, "if implied by the job relevant criteria indicated below. Olhers including a willingness to support ullGeneral/Mechan1cal Engineer/ Ability to communicate onUy; Ability to Applicants will be rated against four or more of the foUowing job relevant criteria: gram and then put in her package ing proficiency. And, as soon as the guys hadn't taken me under and implement TQM principles; ability to PhysIcist) DP.86118S~ 801 /830113101- communicate in writing. A one year (1) ability to perfonn rece~onist and telephone duties; (2) abi.lity to review, track, to strike the CTI rate. So far, she she can, she'll return to college their wing: Later, she specifical communicate in writing. Must serve a 3/4, Code 35BS· This position is the Pr0- supervisory probationary period may be screen and distribute incoming mail; (3) ability to review outgoing correspondence; ooe-year probationary period if not previ ject Director, Advanced Bomb Project required. Promotion potential to DP-4 oot has passed two defense language pan-time, majoring in linguistics. Iy mentioned AI( I Louis Zade as (4) ability to compose correspondence and/or prepare non-technical reports; (5) ously completed. Promotioo potential to Office, Attack Weapons DepartmenL The nOl guaranteed. This ad will close 26 tests and is currently undergoing Delgado recently married her training her in the storekeeping knowledge of filing systems and mes management; (6) ability to meet the adminIstra DP-4, bIA. not guaranteed. ThIs vacancy Naval Weapons Center has primary gov December 91. tive needs of the office; (7) ability to train clerical penonnel and organize workload of a security background investiga high school boyfriend, Michael trade and expressed appreciation aanouacement doses 26 December ernment technical responsibility for the clerical staff processes; (8) ability to plan and coordinate travel arran-gements; (9) tion. Luna, who will be completing his to Aviation Supply Division head, 1991. development of the Advanced Bomb No. 35-030 Eledrical Engineer, OP· ability to maintain and coordinate supervisor's calendar and to arrange conferences. Family (ABF) weapons system. The sys 850-1, Code 3526 - This position is locat lf selected, she will go to "A" bachelors degree in chemistry Lt Mark Sullivan, for helping her Unless otherwise indicaled, applicants for branch secretary will be rated 00 ele No. 32-024, Supervisory Interdisci tem includes a new family of general and ed in the Advanced Systems Development school at San Angelo Air Force about the time she gelS out of" A" put together her package for the ments 11213/5/8; division secretary applicants wiD be rated on elements InfJI4n/8l9; plinary (General/Mechaniul' special purpose bombs, the Inertially Branch, Weapons Systems Development Program Office secretary applicants will be rated on elements 1!2!3/4/5/819; and Base, just three hours from EI school, and the couple will go CT! program. Aerospace/Chemical Engineer/ Physi Aided Munitions family of weapons and Division, Attack Weapons Department. department se~tary applications will be rated on elements 4n!8l9. A SUPPLEMEN cist) DP·801I8301861189311310·3, C_ precision tenninal guidance kits. The pro Primary duties include engineering capa TAL FORM IS REQUIRED AND MAY BE OBTAINED IN ROOM 100 OF THE 32741 - This position is the Head, MOlar ject office is responsible for developing bility to participate in formulating altack PERSONNEL BUILDING. Midshipmen pranksters score a first HIGH FIVE BEFORE FLIGHT-Lt_ Dave Maybury Technology Seaioo, in the Solid Propul and reviewing requirements, providing weapon system concepts, demonstrating (left) and Lt_ Joe Rist prepare to fly to the USS sion Bn-nch of the Propulsion Systems inputs to and reviewing aU technical ele the feasibility of critical subsystems, con Division. lbis Section is responsible for ments of the program, chairing the System ducting exploratory development. system No. 32·023, 5e Inyo.... ' n Ad high-end VGA monitor, all ED ASSURED!" the usuals for for under ~ oirt~ f3IiVld l.{Jd~ • 371-7740 $3000 (under $2500 for somewhat slimmed, non Assured Mini Storage f'§J ~wc =dC~ 3a19 By Appointment Only VGA system). Call for details. ~ 200 E. 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Job _ ...1 cri\erIII: Knowl ARMITAGE FIELD IUpporI s.McIs) and I'" oeneral business area. v .... and p«Mstrlan Promotional opportunities tems, building content and layout etc.); edge of NWC ICCOUIIIin& ')'1Um; knowl oal .. are stralegicaly located to proride aoceu lor personnel c::orduct~ Knowledge or firefighting; Ability to edge of NAVCOMPT regulations and o oIflclel bu ...... wl'*' lhe IlighI .... area. operate firefighting apparatus and equip Applications for positions listed below are being accepted from Department of Navy employees cunent1y work basic accounting principles; ability to ACc.S. ... 1 personnel entering lhe IIIOht 11M area must have an 'F' on their ment, (e.g., structural pumpen, crash fue work accurately with figures; ability to empIoyeefciontradof badges or a oepM1menl Issued specJal·.,ea·aoceSi ing at NWC and from eligible employees of attached activities who are permanently assigned 10 NWC. This group trucks, pumping systems, noziles, resrue meet financial work deadlines; ability to pass ard a need 10 conWcl oUIcial business In the light Ine area . Onl)' govemmenl .... hiC ... lind those vehie", on the approved -=cess Is1 are includes employees with career or career conditional appointments; employees with permanent Veterans Readjust equipment, etc); Ability to direcl (proper deal effectively with people. Promotion aaow.ct Inaidt the RighI line area. Privataly owned vehicles, Including ment Act (VRA) appointments; temporary employees with reinstatement eligibili£y; and handicapped employees with use of gears, clutch, brakes and demon potential 10 DG-3. Pro_ applican .. bk::ydes. are noc MlthoNed Inside lhe lance except lor lhose rnobBIty 5ch. (A) continuin'lppOintments. Also included are spouses, with competitive status, of civilian sponsors hired by a strated safe, smooth, effective q,erations need not apply. t... ' . pped persorwtel. • 1& reoommendtd l\1li )'OU park In the ptIitIno lot 000 activity wilhin NWCs commuting area. Applicatiom from other groups will be accepted when specified in an or vehicles); and Ability to carry out No. 28-~ Acc:o.ndac Technician, ,.,..,.st ycu destlMllon. TtIt llIachtd map 1ndicaI" ItIt vehicle and pede~r1an o-Ie. INII are OfI*I"MM 20( houIs per day. TtIt pede.trilln advenisemenL Vacancies are subject to restrictions imposed by the Priority Placement Program. Applicants assignments with minimal supervision. DC.oS25·112J3, Code 2162 • This posi / ooD AIRCRAFT IumIIhs eetctronlc.8lty read seady badge. ant petmlenry k) IUlhOrtled SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATION tion is located in the Procurement must meet aU legal and regulatory requirements. including minimum qualifications requirements, by the closing date IIOVEIIENT FUOHTLK personnll!. Use 01 a dIpattmert Uued spec&aJ-lfe.·eoc::.a PHI" req.Jlrl STATEMENT REQUIRED. THIS Accounting Branch. Accounting Division, AREA of the advertisement Evaluation of applicant's qualifications will involve using at least two assessment measures. SECUAIfY FENCE thai boIh the IndMIlJaI's NWC ~ n the spec:tal-ar.. · acQI:N pall be FORM IS AVAILABLE IN ROOM 100 Office of the Comptroller. Incumbent .a.ctfOnicalr' tNd by .. catd reader. Assessment measures are work experience, annual performance assessment rating and narrative. education. training. 'D' TElEPttOHE ACCESS OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES serves as an accounting technician in the Onty bnMd driwfI and .... hidls. both at ~ ",",S$ be approved by the performance assessment and awards. DEPARTMENT BUILDING_ THE control and maintenance of procurement IQ\ VEHICLE ACCESS NI TraffiC: ConIroI BrartCh. Code 6112. rT"IOIy ope ra te wlhln ItIt airerall Eligible spouses (of military sponsors) with competitive employment status may apply for employment prefer PERSON(S) SELECTED FOR THIS accounting records and subsidiary ledgers. \!:I (OPEN 24 HOURS! moveme:nI .ea. vetftes authofizlld will*, lhe lIight line lence but not ence. Those enrolled in this program will automatically receive consideration for employment on vacancies for which POSITION WILL BE SUBJ ECT TO Duties include the processing of various r.\f;-~ PEDESTRIAN ACCESS operaling In !hi alraaIJ movemert area do rot rll(Jlife a 1ligh, 1ir.. licensed ~~ (24 HOUR COMPUTER drtll.r. PllftonMl flOC 1PossessJng a Uight line Orlvef, bnsl or apptOved they applied. For initial employment information. career counseling and enrollment, call 939-3317 for appoint URINALVSIS TESTING FOR USE OF types or accounting records, recording and an toHTROllED TUANSnLE) vehIeiI t:lIA ,«J,IImg t,anspot1at1on wiltvn the alrt:ralt mowmert area can cal ILLICIT DRUGS_ SEE "NOTICE tracking commitments, obligations and ment. 000 December 19, 1991 December 19, 1991 ~. eleecD • 9 Sports Water conservation study underway here (Colltillued from Page J ) Code OO8's lead for groundwater This sludy will help delermine if irrigation systems, fixed the leaks Xeriscape projecls," he feasibilily sludy," Cooper said. evalualion, Ihere are Iwo lines waler conservation would justify and aulomaled Ihem," Cooper explained. "We developed a plan I "Each retrofiued house is com which bring water onlO the Cen the expense of retrofilting office said. "This project is currently 75 matrix for use and are developing Kay Wilson wins· Turkey New Year Day walk/run planned pared to a metered house compa ler. While they don'l have a way, buildings throughoul the Cenler. 10 80 percent compleled. The sec landscaping guidelines for Ihe rable in size and with Ihe same yel, of measuring what use Tbe Center has been involved 10 To celebrale the new year, the the same low price as lasl year, areas ond part of Ihe program is Cenler. The malrix explains number of people living in il." Trot, Mark Marcelli takes Over The Hill Track Club is free. the mosl water, they do know the in numerous other conservation identify other manual irrigation which plants are besl suiled for Ken Freund from Public Cenler used 4,200 acre feel of sponsoring a 3K Walk, 5K Run Celebrate the stan of the new our area, which can thrive on lil Works is the prOjecl manager in the Desert Ultramarathon at the Cerro Coso College park year wilh family, friends and water lasl year. "An acre fOOl is tle water. If a code wants to land charge of Ihe melers. Freund approximately 326,000 gaUons of scape their area, they have to go Ihc has ing 101 on Jan. I. The registra friends still to be met - join the During past month, the Over The Hill Track Club spon noled melers and water-saving waler," Sioner explait>ed. Thai through the Public Works Depan sored two races -- the Turkey Trot race on Thanksgiving Day and the tion time is 9: 15 am., follow,o(\ The Hill Track Club on by the race al 10 a.m. The COSI devices have already been equals 1,369, 200,000 gallons of menl, which in lurn, asks us 10 sixth annual Desert 50K Ultramarathon held on Dec. 7. instaJled. waler used On-Cenler for one review the landscaping plan. One hundred ninety-four people ran or waUc:ed the Turkey Trot's "This swdy will end one year year. A normal family of four slightly hiUy 3-mile course. According to Mike Mumford, publicity from now," Cooper said. "Thai uses an average of 9,676 gallons "If their ideas follow the Cen chairman, the race was run under a "blind handicap" system, in way, we can compare water usage a monlh, 111,312 gallons per ler's Xeriscaping effons, fine. If which the runner drew a handicap after compleling Ihe run. The in the winler, spring, summer and year. efforts in Ihe pasl few years, syslems and aulomate them ." nOl, we advise them on the lypeS handicap was then subuacted from the runner's actual time 10 gel the Cooper said. During the pasl IwO Cooper no led Ihe Cenler is fall. It'll be interesting 10 nole Because office buildings don'l of plants and landscaping Ihal "handicapped" time. "This gave everyone an equal chance al win how much extra waler is used use as much water as residential years, contraClors and employees involved helping employees would best suil their needs, while ning," he explained. during the summer when evapo buildings, an idenlical sludy is in the Public Works Department become more aware of the need slill keeping waler conservalion Kay Wilson's handicap time of -\0: 12 gave her a firsl place win rative coolers are operating." being considered for IwO similar sludied the irrigation problems on for waler conservation. "We are as a primary concern." and a gifl certificate for a large wrkey from Albertson's. The prize Kn~gbts f1I the Sky Center. 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California Ave.• 371-1308 729 W. RIC Blvd . New Big Screen T. V. 375-7508 AND MUCH MORE TO ~MicroLink I BEER SPECIALS throughout the game CHOOSE FROM Sales 371-3535 FAX 371-4477 r,llcro~,~~ 371-7622 A&~TIRE~ 1400 N. Norma St. 317 W. Inyokern Rd. (Next to Cruisers) 225 Balsam Street· Rlrlaecrest • CA . 9:1555 ,. .. .. :.;: ~-2575 10 JIiII2- December 19, 199J. December 19, 1991 15 by New Year's, a period of sum year-end blues again the next Well ness Corner 10. Exc:essive sympathy lor ming up of the year's events and year. Reasonable goals would be CAAC: Gulf war takes new toll an evaluation of its accomplish goals which are challenging but (Edilor's nole: This is Ihe second question of how much to drink at the less lortunate Don't let your friends drive drunk this holiday ments. Feelings of disappoint attainable. Defense personnel who served in the Persian Gulf region since of a two part series on T h. the various holiday festivities Because Christmas is meant to ment or a sense of advancing age During the holiday season, it is customary for us oEncourage them to drink water or juice. Avoid Aug. I, J 990, win not be allowed to donaIe blood because they may Twd •• Pi(flllis of Christ_s.) you'll be allending is to avoid be a time of great happiness, mis may result in feelings of unhappi Insight, to cOOtemplate the things we usually take for grant soda, coffee or some other beverage containing caf carry an infectious parasite. fonune and tragedy seem to be Reprinted from a Christmas can be one of the pressures. A good host will not ed. We congregate with friends, sometimes travel feine. Alcohol robs the body of water, as do those Sand flies carry the disease, called leishmaniasis. Dr. Enrique especially poignant during the ness which bear some resem special Holiday issue from Kern happiest times of the year. The pressure his or her guests into great (or not so great) distances to be with family be erages containing caffeine. Auid replacement is Mendez, assistant secretary of defense for health affairs, issued the holidays. There are even times blance to "clinical depression." View Hospital, Inc., Bakersfield, rituals that make up each family's drinking. Likewise, problems can and other relation. With these gatherings, naturally most imponant after drinking alcoholic beverages. advisory foUowing the discovery of 22 confil1lled cases of leishmani when it seems that individuals, One of the ways that we can deal Calif. traditional holiday celebration be avoided if guests don't drink come parties, and with these parties, naturally Remember, you may be on holiday, but the vari asis among Army gulf rewrnees. businesses and organizations take with this problem is to set new can serve as a comfoning link to more than they really want, even comes alcohol. The Naval Weapons Center's Coun ous police departments, sheriffs and highway The han on blood donations covers DoD military and civilian per advantage of us, which puts us in goals for the coming year. If the Belly Miller and Pat Oliver of our past. Unfonunately. we are when urged on by well-meaning seling and Assistance Center personnel urge China patrols are not. And these guys are foaming at the sonnel who served in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iraq, Bahraim, QaIar, the a position of feeling both touched goals are reasonable, this can be a the Well ness Program Office sometimes detracted from this friends. Statistics show that over Lakers act responsibly this year. ~ ___.:.m::-outh to catch a drunk driver. If you are pulled United Arab Eminues, Oman and Yemen. and manipulated. You must make very helpful and healthy wish everyone a healthy and holiday spirit by these very tradi· half of all traffic accidents during Most drink responsibly - but some do over by any of these smiling individu Mendez's halt on returnees' blood donations is temporary, but a decision concerning your abili approach. Unfortunately, we happy holiday season. Merry tions and SIrOIlg feelings of obli· the Thanksgiving, Christmas and not. It is each individual's responsi als, and they smell alcohol on ~n-ended, DoD spokesmen said. Among other agencies cooperat ty to contribute to humanitarian often set very unrealistic goals Christmas and Happy New gation. The result is that people New Year's weekends involve bility to control their alcohol breath, be prepared for a ing in the effort are the Food and Drug Administration, Centers for causes and recognize that there which guarantee us feeling the Year! often experience the holiday drivers who have been drinking. intake, but there are in the slammer. Ask Disease Control, American Red Cross, American Association 0 will be limitations in your ability blues. Remember not to drink on an actions a pany host can '~"JV"~ you know who has Blood Banks and Council of Community Blood Centers. to respond to every request for * • * * * * * * * * * • * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * The following is a list of six empty stomach, and always serve to provide some altemal~v"" j arrested for DUI - relief that comes your way. pitfalls that can precipitate the food if you'll be serving alcohol. to those who may nO! tell you the judge "holiday blues," and some gener You also have the right not to Division of labor prob COME TO cise care or sound j'l Jdg;ment/ be in the holiday al suggestions about how to avoid drink at all, if that's what you 11. L.A. regarding their use of as you stand before emotional problems during this choose. lems hoi: You'll lose your time of the year. The first six pit In many families in recent oHave non-alcoholic hP.v·~r_ \ Ili,:ense for awhile, you'll Holiday obligations falls were published in last 9. years, more and more men are DELUXE GOVERNMENT ages available for guests. to go to DUI school week's Rocketeer. expected and are even volunteer PER DIEM PACKAGE oDon't force your guests shell out big bucks, ing to help out with household drink. Some of them may be ;",Ion. in fines or that expen 7. Overeating Many people avoid or don't enjoy annual holiday projects like chores. However, at holiday time fectIy happy to "nurse" the auomey you're praying will Christmas is a time of tradi making the Christmas card list, the division of labor seems to be ONLY drink through most of the pany. get you out of this fine mess. ~~. ~ ' tion, and the traditional foods of making a gift list or' planning a women doing the cooking and ·Have a shot glass or jigger available to Thousands of people die every year in . ;;1, . cleaning while the men watch avoid guests drinking 100 much, too soon. Better alcohol related traffic accidents. Even more sad, is ~(~ the season are overwhelmingly get-together for friends and rela ~.~~ ... high-calorie sweets. To stay in tives. These tasks can be looked foothall on TV. This is, in pan, yet, consider hiring a bartender. many of these people are innocent victims of a ~ due to Christmas being a time of 89* oprovide and encourage guests to eat food in drunk driver. But the real tragedy is, all of this sad control of your eating during the upon as obligations. And this holidays, set realistic expecta sense of obligation can rob the great tradition, and tradition has (Below Los Angels Per Diem) between drinks. High protein foods such as meats ness, hardship and loss is pre ..ntable! All it takes Gen~ration women in the kitchen. To prevent U tions -- don't plan on losing gift, card or visit of the holiday and cheeses assimilate 31 a slower rate and stay in is one person looking out for another. weight or going without your spirit it is supposed to convey. the development of resentment, it INCLlmES the stomach longer. Or, perhaps serve a late supper This is the time of year for fun, family and snow after generation, favorite Christmas treats. Instead, Give yourself permission to share is imponant that family members an hour or so before the party ends. ball fights. Don't become a statistic -- keep it sim plan on having small ponions of your holidays with the friends agree upon an equitable division oBe a responsible host; keep an eye on your guests - ple. If you drink, don't drive. If you're a pany host say Me!l1' Christmas your favorites and give your full and family members you really of labor for the holidays with ~*lIREAKFASr~*D~R**DRlNKS** - and yourself, 100. and one of your guests has had a few too many, take anention to eating them so you wish to see. During the rest of the chores being spaced throughout -'Upgrade to iliiUiio~~li~ when avciilable Should a guest become 100 intoxicated: the keys, call a cab, take a stand. withc/i.ndstrom's -Free Dinnerk* · ". . , ORIGINAL get as much satisfaction as you year, we understand our limita the season so that no one will be oTake the car keys, call a cab or let them sleep it off ~.t .. BLACK HILLS GOLO CREATIONS can. 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As of Dec. 19, the old Naval only $419 VGA monitor & card, nice ~~~:~~~ Weapons Center badges (without plus RAM, incl. free labor. Uyou need compatible mouse, enhanced k Do Not Pop the black Slrip at the bottom) will even more power, a 25MHz 486 up Windows 3.0, MS-DOS 5.0. parts & labor warranty on entire system. nO! be recognized for access. grade is $799 (plus RAM charge, if any). Until Dec, 25th $499 to upgrade a Zenith 248. Upgrade Carol C. Williams, MSW Spl'cia): I IIIII 111111111' I I 1,. 1 Country Junction is located between Stater Bros. & Mervyn's NWCHOTUNE incl. new EGAlVGA video card & s&p Ucensed Clinical --\11,.. .,., ,I. "'21~'! Inlegrlly, .nIoIency Dpr.. ogo...... ports. Same $$ to upgrade in present case. Social Worker c.tI: NWC ed. _ (24 houn) HOLIDAY HOURS: Downs or cal fie """"'*" General at 801-8 No Mon. ~ Fri . 9:30-8 (800) 522-3451 (101_) Rldgeaest, CA 93555 p.m. 28H743 (AuIoYon) Sat. 9:30--6 p.m. (202) 443-6743 (~) 375-7015 Moot ....urin: .. RatrMune , ~.J~~~~~~~~~t, ~s~u:n~..&4~:A!!p~.m:.~ ' . .~I 1 . 'l~. ,) ~ ...• .... 0 , December 19, 1991 December 19, 1991 addressed by your own depan· Code 87; No. 277, Government trol in lOday's changing times), menl, then bounce it off them Vehicles for PMTC/NWC Trav Debra Kuehn, Code 006P; and first. If an answer can't be found elers (suggests government vehi No. 279, Timecard Drop Box NAVAIR offers executive development tool or things get bogged down, then cles be provided for travelers to (suggeslS the timecard drop box send itLO us. PMTC and NWC in place of the locaJed in the hall of the Admin Providing ambitious, laIenJed tracks, one orienIed LO technical The development portion of Quality Management Board their developmental objectives Remember, you can use the renlal cars currently used), BelSy istration Building needs to be employees a systematic and management (TM), emphasizing the SEMDP falls inLO three cate (QMB), or other TQL or and facilitates development of an . IDEAS IDEAS form out of the NWC Chartier, Code 3627; No. 278, made accessible for deposit of coherent framework in which LO advanced professional develop gories -- formal ttaining and edu NAVAIR "corpornte" project. To effective and realistic individual phone book or you can write it Rumor Repair (suggeslS there timecards on more days of the clarify their career goals, develop ment; while the other is orienJed cation, professional development ensure participanlS practice what development plan and advises the on a plain piece of paper. If you should be a point of contact week), Donn ie Woods, Code managerial potential and enhance to acquisition management, lead and developmenJal assignments. they learn about TQL, each must participant's evaluation board on have access LO a computer, send esUlblished LO act as rumor con- 051. technical expertise is the goal of ing to certification as a civilian Formal training includes semi provide a brief written report on progress. The Key to Continuous Improvement your IDEA LO SCF::IDEAS or on the Naval Air Systems Com material professional (CMP). nars, workshops and university how they have implemenJed TQL Selection, development and QuickMail at IDEAS. mand's newest activity -- the The TM track is for panici sponsored courses designed to principles. appraisal criteria are based on Here are some tips for origi whelm you. If you get stuck, If you have questions or need Senior Executive Management pants whose career objectives develop managerial or technical Developmenlal assignments eight factors -- managing external nators of IDEAS. Besides your give us a call and we'll help you information about the IDEAS Deve10pment Program (SEMDP). focus on positions requiljng spe knowledge and skills within rela provide an opportunity for build relations, representing and coor name, code and phone number, get the facts we need down on process, we'd be glad LO taIIc with cialized training, education and tively strucutred settings. Five ing knowledge of the organiza dinating, planning and leading, there are three things we need LO paper. you. You can reach Bruce Mac ngqnnew experience in a technical disci core courses, sponsored by the tion and providing "hands-on" managing material and financial process your IDEA --I) what the Try to make sure you've got Imosh or Melanie Truesdale in rogf!IITI ire_set pline, such as engineering, com Naval Aviation Executive Insti experience in numerous manage resources, developing and utiliz issue is; 2) whal sbouId be done your facts straight. Check them the IDEAS office at X2311, or E in Michelson Lab puter science, budget analysis and tute, are required. Courses rial competencies, noted Peck. ing human resources, monitoring to improve things; and 3) what out if you can and let us know mail - SCF::IDEAS, or Quick and reviewing results, mainlain on ... Jan2;S,' 14. % accounting, contracts and pro include Executi ve Leadership and benefits will the IDEA generate. who you lalked LO. If you have Mail - "IDEAS" .. curement, cost analysis, person Career Development, Contempo Each participant ing technical expertise and pro Give enough dellliis so the tried, and the facts, rules or regu In the last week these new According LO Roger Peck, an nel, logistics or industrial engi rary Management Issues and selects a mentor moting technical excellence. reviewer can understand what the lations elude you, go ahead and Ideas were submitted: IDEAS employee development specialist neering. In addition to core Practices, The Politics of Nation from NAVAIR or Application packages and issue is and what you want LO do submit your IDEA. We'll try LO No. 276, Bicycle Safety (propos with the Naval Weapons Center's SEMDP requirements, TM indi al Security, Washington Arena additional program information -- but don't get so bogged down find someone LO check out the es the Center take a more aggres Human Resources. Department, vidual development plans incor Seminar and Capitol Hill Work other agency. are available from department in writing details that you forget issue. Just remember, the betler sive position on bicycle safety participation in SEMDP is not a porate a minimum of 240 hours shop. Additional formal training They promote the development of offices. The completed applica to send your IDEA LO us. Writ the initial dala, the faster the training and enforcement of prerequisite for career advance advanced technical training as includes 80 hours of basic super a "corporate" outlook while tion pa,ckage should consist of ing your IDEA should be easy; action will be on your IDEA. rules), RM I Charles Abbott, ment, but participants are provid specified by the participant's visory training and local TOlal simulUlnoously opening new lines NAVAIR Form 12412/1 , the don't let the writing process over- If the issue raised is one best I I ed significant opponunities to menLOr. Specinc uaining require Quality Management training. of communication. Assignments SEMDP application form, and the 20% 50% Off develop and demonstrate their ments may also be required. Professional development may be structured in a variel y of applicant's performance PC I top I qualifications for senior level and The CMP individual develop includes on-going activities to ways -- from shon term shadow appraisals from the previous three with Lotus® 1-2-3® DISCOUNT I 2nd SHOCK exeuctive positions. ment plans include all advanced update and enhance professional assignments to 3-12 month years. Completed packages on parts for I General briefings covering acquisition management training competencies such as attendance details. Exchanges with counter should be submitted, via depart I OR STRUT details of this program will be and experience requirements as at professional conferences, parts in program offices, func ment channels to Code 224 n 0 any service condUCJed in Micbelson Lahora outlined in NAVAIRINST meetings and lectures. etc. tional groups or field activities I4kr tIuln Feb. 7. I Offer good with coupon only throug, LOry's Conference Room IOOOD 12400.1, plus core SEMDP RequiremenlS include attendance are encouraged. The SEMDP advisory board not advertised I 12131191 at this Midas location on Wednesday, Jan 8, at IO am. requirements . of at least two headquarters or Each SEMDP participant rates and ranks each applicant's Offer good with coupon only th.ough F I I - t- and on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at I p.m. While the program length field activity lectures/presenla selects a mentor from within managerial experience, technical 12131191 aJ this Midas location .------I ue nJec Ion The program aims. at for depends upon participants' devel tions (which raise awareness of NAVAIR, other commands and pronciency, professional perfor ------..1 career employees at DP-3 or DP- opmental requirements. Peck management concerns or issues) government agencies or private mance and good clarity as provid PC power in BRAKES : Service 4 and equivalent wage grades. noted it will not exceed five a year while in the program; at industry who has the technical ed in the application form. A rank the palm of your '.and OVF GRAPHICS Only 20 candidates will be select years. Participants at DP-3 level least one visit to NAVAIR head and institutional knowledge, per ordered list will be forwarded to Built·in: (619)371-1559 ed for the program this year. or equivalent will typically quarters, a depot, a ROT &E sonal interest and capacity to aid the technical director for • Lotus 1·2·3 Release 2.2 82S-AN. Downs~ l ill. 1 1 59°on9~L __ ~~~~ __ Recognizing the diversity of require longer to accomplish activity and private industry; par the participant with his/her devel approval. Applicants will be noti • Complete set of organizer tools Ridgecrest, CA iIIiiiiIII PERAXl..... 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'lfW HP 485 375-6543 PROBLEM for Monday·Friday 9-6,_Saturday 11-5, ~~~day 1.1-3 Gl * Additional parts. services and labor l "'liIre/'fton •.n~ , ~ . ~ Und ~r_. Ne\AI~~ Ma ~._'--·--",· ~ ••••• ""'c;c>nl a_.r , .'I..~!•• ~~~ ~~~ . .... ' .•• J Decamber 19, 1991 December 19, 1991 , , The White House Skipper's Holiday Message Washington, D.C. MWR With the holidlly season upon us, it is time to pause and On behalf of all Americans, I extend season's greetings and the heartfelt reflect on the good fortune that has been ours in this nation thanks of a Nation to the dedicated members of the United States Armed and at the Naval Weapons Center in the past year. Forces at home and abroad. You and your families have our best wishes for We are a nation at peace again. This peace is due, in part, to the dedication to excellence shawn by the men and a happy holiday season and for a bright and prosperous new year. women, military and civilian members of the NWC team. As we celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah and reflect on the dramatic The phrase "peace on earth and good will tuward men" has events of 1991, we Americans share a sense of gratitude and joy. Each of probably never been more universally accepted in the past you-wherever your post of duty, whether you served at sea, in Europe, 50 years than in 1991. Happy Holidays , Asia, Latin America or at bases in the United States; or in the sands of This is an appropriate time to commend the military Saudi Arabia and in the liberation of Kuwait-{;an take pride in the accom civilian team at NWC for the successes of the past year. You plishments of our armed forces in the past year. Today, America is proud, can be proud of the contributions you made to Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Without the work of this Center, those FroBI MWn free and at peace - to a great extent because of you. Yet we know that our successes in the Persian Gulf would have been more diffi freedom and security have been preserved by the sacrifices of our men and Thillik JOU lor JOur 1991 cult. women in uniform. Those of you who must spend this special time of the The times ahead will be difficult and cha nges will be pallollage. MWR looks 10lwilld to smulg year away from home and family feel keenly the sacrifices that are demand numerous. But the optimism, can-do attitude and willing JOU i11ld JOurs dwing 1991. Best Wishes i11ld ed in the line of duty. Rest assured that you are close in the hearts of all ness to see the task to completion that continue to be the Americans. hall,!,ark of NWC will stand us in good stead as the country Daye aSale i11ld Plospelous New Year. Each of you-no matter where you are, no matter what your job plays a and the Navy adjust to a new world. CHRISTMAS DAY HOURS vital role in defending our way of life. Your patriotism and professionalism Bill Porter and 1 extend to all members of the China LAke All MWR Facililies are Closed NEW YEAR'S DAY are a source of pride and strength for our country, and your fellow Ameri fa mily our hearty and sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Aulo Hobby Cenler ·Closed cans will cominue to keep you in our thoyghts and prayers. Bowling Center·Closed God bless and, and God bless the United sCmerica Child CarelYouth Center·Closed SECOND CAR WASH OFFICIALLY OPENS - John Piroska, manager of the 'J)-,L 41. f2[ CralIech·Closed NWC Auto Hobby Shop, and Capt. Douglas W. Cook, NWC Commander, cut CAPT Douglas W. Cook Golf Course·Normal Hours the ribbon opening the Canter's newest car waSh, located next to the Auto GymnaSium· t 1: 00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Hobby Shop. Watching the event are (I to r) an unidentified customer, Torn 'rJ--~ Seafarer Club·Closed Blackmore, head of MWR, Daniel Cleary and Sammy Williams. The manual ------_.. - Warm November fades into winter's chills at NWC The O'Club Billeloot Bill will be open car wash Is operated by four quarters for private vehicles, or a token for government vehicles that are hard to clean or too big for the automated car High pressure dominated the mal. On 13 days of the month, unsettled weather because of [or New Year's EYe fiOlD 6Plllto l iI1Il weather during November, early morning readings dropped strong winds or precipilation duro Get On wash located off Inyokern Road by the Transportation Department. While according to the Naval Weapons to 32 degrees fahrenheit or less. ing the month. January is the Please Note: Limited hours may the automated car wash Is open only from dawn to dusk during the winter Center's Range Meteorology According to the report's out· coldest month of the year, with apply prior 10 legal holidays months, the manual one Is open 24 hours a day. Piroska urges everyone to Office. The high pressure system look for January, valley residents freezing temperalures occuring The Case of MWR facilities, depending on usage. take pride In their vehicles - whether government or private - by keeping broughl in warmer afternoon can expect at least three days of on an average of 23 days. Please Inquire with the respective facility. them clean. Photo by PH3 Cary Brady temperatures and below normal precipil8lion for the month. r+======:::;:::======::;::=~ 1I11!~iIl From Only Aflernoon temperature read- r iogs averaged 3.8 degrees fahren· Eve ry Day heil warmer Ihan normal, wilh I $69 morning readings only one tenth of a degree warmer than nonnaI. Lowest Pr-Ices Seasons The mean monthly temperature was 1.9 degrees warmer than nor- 1 Gallon PENCIL THIS IN Greetings Shrub FOR THE HOLIDAYS and a 5 Gallon 32 VARIETIES OF: Shrub • Submarine Sandwiches Happy • Dell Sandwiches • Sub Salads • Party Subs \ 15 Gallon 00 • Party Trays Tree $45 New Year Catering For All Occasions - ~======Y SOLID OAK Fast To Go Orders MADE IN U.S.A. r--__ ----, ToNWC CALL AMIGO'S • Free Local Delivery NURSERY • Excellent Advice I 1446-50011 • Open 7 Days "The Nursery Thar Beats When You Care To Out.()f· Town B/uesr • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM TIVOLI CEIll:RE ...... ',', About Quality :\u,:,;-fri,. 1().6. ~{t. 10-5. 5o.ln_12·5 From ~COMAiJC().,. ! • '13 RIcIg_IIIWd. :.~2 1400 N. N~ ST. w. (619) J7:;'2625 Layaways 414 West Ridgecrest Blvd. .r/ ,I ,I. ',-,',' t ... t, •• ~- •. f·.'·... ,· , . ., ...... - .. -_. ======:::!I--; ~_~~ ~:;~.. .-~.. ~...~ .. ======~ .. ~==~~~~~~~ ...... :"' ..... J