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Page Eight ROCKETEER October 18, 1974 Center Employee To Pilot on Scientific Flight

, A 1~-day-long manned balloon flight, studies, dates back to 1963 when he was equipment, including Sandia Laboratories Houston Corp., both of Houston, TeL; the cond\lcted for the purpose of determining assigned to design and develop a combat of Albuquerque, N.M.; the Institute for . Bendix Corp. and the National Atmospheric SHOWBOAT what happens inside a body of air as it flare for near-supersonic delivery by Navy MOVIE RATINGS Storm Research, and the Grumman and Oceanic Administration. attack aircraft. Craig selected the hot air The objective of the ratings is to moves over the countryside,ls scheduled for Some 25 related scientific experiments inform parents about the suitability of launching on Saturday from the municipal balloon as the most feasible means of and measurements are scheduled as a part mOYie content for viewing by their airport at Las Cruces, N.M. producing long-duration, slow·descent of Project da Vinci-a balloon flight that will children. Pilot of the balloon will be Jimmie Craig, illumination. combine the old and the new in (G)· ALL AGES ADMITTED program manager of the Surface Missiles Other Balioon.RelatedProjects meteorological research tools. General Audiences Department's Swimmer Weapons Program Over the past 10 years, Craig has worked Several Advantages Cited (PG)· ALL AGES ADMITIED at NWC, whose experience in this field In­ on a number of other balloon-related Manned balloon flights have several Parental Guidance Suggested cludes more than 200 hours of free balloon projects for the Navy (the Swimmer potential advantages. The slow moving, (R). RESTRICTED flight, as well as 550 hours airborne in a Weapons Program, for example was stable balloon floats with the air so that Under 17 requires accompanying ~red balloon. initiated with a balloon system), in addition experiments and measurements can be Parent or Adutt Guardian An active participant in hot air balloon to taking part in scores of sport balloon made over a prolonged time-sometbing CS . Cinemascope races, Craig has competed earlier this year contests. For two consecutive years (1964 that cannot be done from ground in­ STD. Standard Movie Screen in such events at the Belmont Stakes race and '65) he was the world champion bot air struments. In addition, a balloon has no track in New York during June; at the Regular starting time-7:30 p.m. balloonist. propellers or engines to generate noise or Wumipeg (Canada) Centennial on the July M.tinee--l p.m. The 36-br. balloon Oight Is called Project electrical inteference, or to contaminate the 4th weekend, and in mid-August returned da Vinci, and Is being funded jointly by the experiments and.test equipment. FRio 1.OCT. from a race held at Toronto. His best Atomic Energy Commission, the National "AVANTI" (134 Min.) The da Vinci balloon will float free at Jack Lemmon. Juliet Mills showing was a second-place finish at Geographic Society and the Department of altitudes between 4,000 and 14,000 ft. above (Comedy) Odd circumstances bring an Winnipeg. the Army's Atmospberic Sciences HAPP'Y BIRTHDAf, FRONI MURRAY SCHOOL - The MurrlY sea level, staying with a single air parcel as birth of this nltion's NIVY (celebrlted on Oct. 13), gathered on the American businessman and an EngliSh secretary Craig's interest in piloting hot air balloons Laboratory. School Mlrchlng lind celebrlted the 1,,", birthday 01 the U.S. together on a picturesque Italian isle where initial long as possible while multiple, rela~ lawn of the Administration Bldg. to play such tunes as "Anchors and making use of them in projects related Nearly 15 other organizations are Nlvy list FrlcllY morning (Oct. 11) with a parade down Blandy hostility blossoms into love. (R) measurements are taken of such things as Aweigh," and the National Anthem. They are shown above along to both weapons programs and atmospheric providing experiments, support services or Jimmie Crllg, Pilot The 01 the SAT. nOCT. (Continued on Page 3) Ave. group, led by AlbertI Kline, inspired by the theme the plairade route which was lined with Amerian flags. -FAMILY MATINEE- "THE PIGEON THAT TOOK ROME" (101 Min.) Charleton Heston, Elsa Martinelli (G) Oct. 18, 1974 Miniature Golf Course fund-Raising Dinner Set -EVENING­ A fun-filled fund-raiser for the benefit of miniature golf course for which nine holes NWC Public Works Department, or at any of "LIMBO" (112 Min.) INSIDE .. . Kate Jackson, Kathleen Nolan the Ridgecrest miniature golf course Is on have been completed and are in use, but the following locations: (Drama) The wives of men lost in Vietnam leave tap Saturday night, starting at 7:30. Joshua additional money Is needed to complete the The Ridgecrest City Hall, Ridgecrest for Miami Internalional Airport when word Candidates'ForumSlated ...... 2 Ball, on the Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 18-hole family recreation facility. Chamber of Commerce, Ridgecrest Golf arrives thai the husband Of one is relurning from Tilly Barling Honored ...... 3 will be the setting for a barbecued steak Tickets to the barbecued steak dinner are Center, K&R Market, Ken's Liquor Store, prison camp. Young Kale Jackson had been married for lwo weeks when her husband went priced at $6 per person, except for the Dally Independent newspaper office, Combined Fedei-aI Campaign ...... 4 & 5 elMer. into combal. She receives word that her husband is Sports ...... 6 ThIs event Is being sponsored by the youngsters under 12 years of age who will be IWV County Water District office, the alive and, uncertain of the future, goes to meet Ridgecrest Improvement Conunlttee, the served for $3 each. The ducats can be ob­ Knights of Columbus Hall and at John's h im . (PG) Naval Weapons Center Esposito Memorial Fund ...... 7 SUN. & MON. 20·21 OCT. China Lake Vol. XXIX No . .oil communitywlde group that has been tained from members of the Ridgecrest Pizza Parlor. Mini-ColfFund-Raiser ...... 8 "CAPTAIN KRONOS: VAMPIRE HUNTER" California responsible for development of the Improvement Conunlttee, a group headed Entertainment planned during the "we locketeel (91 Min.) I Ridgecrest golf center with its lighted by City Councilman Ted Edwards, who Is program that will follow the dinner will driving range. employed as an electrical engineering include music by the Burroughs High School (Horror·Adventure) Caplain Kronos and Professor Grost are on their way to a village Combined Fed'i Campaign Plans Discussed Also a part of the golf center Is the technician in the Electrical Branch of the stage band, as well as other activities that plagued by vampires when they find Caroline will appeal to persons of all ages who attend Munro. Dastardly deeds fol low. ( R ) The mechanics for conducting the 1975 stil\ in the process of heing prepared, but Federal Campaign," Parode commented. film Scheduled of Women's Lunch Meeflng this affair. TUES. & WED. 22·2l0CT. Combined Federal Campaign were outlined when this is done it will be distributed Pledge cards for the 1975 CFC were "THE BLACK WINDMILL" (106Min.) distributed at Wednesday's meeting, and The second in a series of lunchtime Miss Pastorius stated that the film's title, During a meeting of the RIC held earlier M ichael Caine, Donald Pleasence Wednesday morning during a meeting Centerwide in order that hoth Civil Service programs concerning the working woman Is ''pack your own chute," really explains the this month, a progress report on the (Action Drama) M ichael Ca ine contac ts called by Harry Parode, the campaign and military personnel of NWC will know attention was called to information ahout planned on Monday at the Community message, "create your own successes and development of the second nine holes of the Delphine Seyr ig, member of an international arms chairman, and held in the Sidewinder Room wbo to contact for pledge cards or In­ " fair share" giving that is found on the back syndicat e, unaware that she and John Vernon of the Community Center. formation about the campaign. side of the pledge card's front sheet. What is Center's Cactus Hall. failures. " miniature golf course revealed that the have just kidnaped h is son. Ca ine desperately While pledge cards and brochures con­ suggested, is that contributors to the Beginning at 11:30 a.m., the motivational FUmed with a professional cast, "You grading on the 10th hole was 95 per cent steals diamonds for ransom. Caine contacts P resent were rejlresentatives from Vernon, but Is left w ithout h is son and w ith film, "You Pack Your Own

Page Five Page Four ROCKETEER October 18, 1974 October 18, 1974 ROCKETEER 1975CombinedFederaiCampaign Under Way at Center NWC personnel contributing to the Combined Federal Campaign should be aware of two important facts: (1) Their donations can be determined by them to support a particular charity; and (2) payroll deductions can be utilized for the contribution. Thus it is possible to designate a donation exclusively to the United Way of Indian Wells Valley as a whole, to the National Health Agencies in total, or to the International Service Agencies, or to one or more single agency included within anyone of these three major categories. Any contribution that is not designated for a specific chanty will be automatically ap­ protioned according to the following percentages: United Way of IWV, 74.0 per cent; National Health Agencies, 16.5 per cent, and International Service Agencies, 9.5 per cent. United way In order to insure that their donation goes where they feel it is best needed, contributors OF AMERICA should fill in the appropriate space on their CFC pledge form that they will receive from their representative. To make the giving easier, check the form for payroll contributions UNITED WAY OF INDIAN WELLSVALLEY and give "A Fair Share." A goal of $100,000 has been set by Harry D. Parode, NWC's Public AMERICAN NATIONAL REO CROSS Information Officer, who is chairman of the 1975 fund drive. Supports some 100 local volunteers who provide assistance to military, disaster relief, "aides" for NWC Dispensary, training in emergency first aid, water safety, and infant care. BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA United Way money Is used to train some 250 adult volunteers, provide summer camps, 'South Sierra Council operating ex· UNiTED WAY OF pense assistance, supporting program fOr 750 some local b;)ys. NOlAN WELLS CAMP FIRE GIRLS United Way supports training of adult leaders, organizing units to offer a program of wholesome activi t ies for some 100 local NATIONAL HEALTH girls age 7 through high school. ONE OF. THE MANY _rt_ile organiutions in the Indi.n Wells V.lley that is included AGENCIES CHILDREN' S HOME SOCIETY among the United Way agencies is the China Lake Mountain Rescue Group. The exploits of Th is society arranges adoptions, provides counseling, financial its members over the yun in rescuing stranded climben and hikers and other injured assistance fOr unwed pregnant girls; temporary fOster homes INTERNATIONAL in emergencies, permanent hOmes for older orphans and persons have brought a small measure of •• meto this area. Above, members of the C LMRG handicapped children. SERVICE AGENCIES are seen during a practice session, one of the many held by the organization ·during each CHI LOREN'S HOSPITAL OF LOS ANGELES year. Treats only sick and in jured children provid ing complete pediatric care either by admission or out-patient. Mobile 10 90 100 o 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 clin ics serve IWV regularly, aiding children needing PERCENT specialiled care. ~ ... CHINA LAKE MOUNTAIN RESCUE GROUP A YOUNG KOREAN GIRL tri.. on. new ..t of clothos gl".n ..... by valunt_ Volunteers capably carry out search I rescue operations, giving first aid to lost or iniured persCXls in desert! high caseworke" of the American-Korean Foundation. This International Service Sierras. Conduct mountain ! rock climbing safety courses. Agency, which benefits from contributions to the CFC, is still much needed in that DESERT COUNSELING CENTER war-torn lanei. Through donations to the Combined Federa I Campaign, or Provides professional help to Individuals! families ex­ periencing emotional ! social difficulties. No one financially designated donations to the American-Korean Foundation, Korean children are deficient denied service. Around "00 contacts monthly. All led, clothed and housed. Remember, donations to CFC can be handled through interviews private and confidential. payroll cledudions. GIRL SCOUTS OF THE USA United Way supports the training of volunteers, organiles Retarded Chiidren troops and defrays Joshua Tree Council expenses. Girts tauoht ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, service. 950 local girls Sicla, Urgl. Support of CFC registered. HELP LINE Local crisis intervention telephone service by trained volun­ Once apiD It Is u.t time al the ,.. for Navy cIvfIIan and m1a...., per- teers, offers callers emotional support, information, 80IIDeI to Ibow their care and CXItIc:S'II for .... In need by wII1lI!cIJ sup­ suggestions for help 6 p.m . to 6 a.m . Calls single shut·lns and elderly dailV. porting tile trI5 C)mbIned Federal CaqMIII' 'l1Ie IpirIt al vobmtarIIm .... HOMEMAKER SERVICE OF INDIAN WELLS VALLEY aift11l belli an Important pmalthe AmerIcan W8J alllfe and the Navy .... Provides services of maturel reliable women to' families aIft11I readied ItII01l and tIIIo .11 a record u.t we _ be qaIt.e proud requir ing help in emergencies. Homemakers are trained In home management, child care, hOUsekeeping and cooking 01. skills. 'l1Ie need for __ ""'III""'CJII and pneI'OIIty Is u vItaIJy felt tbIa year u It INDIAN WELLS VALLEY ASSOCIATION FOR THE bas beIIIlD BDJotbeI'. 'l1Ie ComhIred Federal Onnpaill' ~ __ me.. RETARDED of bIIIpIDg .... wbo c:anDOt help 1twneeI-. w. c:anDOt tum __ t.eb CJII Pri me aim to promote general welfare to mentally retarded In people! community. United Way provides educational programs for mentallv handicapped. Actlvitity Training Center opening fOr I am 81viDC my faIllllJllllOl't to tbIa IIIOIt wartby _ and I mow I can adults. coaat CJII JOII to do the ...... 'l1Ie __ W8J to Ibow JOIIr w1D"'Il- to INDIAN WELLS VALLEY CAMPERSHIP FUND read! 01& to beIP aootber Is by IIl\q 01& a PQnJII cI!!dnrtiCJD card U 8m U Enables children from financiallv deprived homes to enl oy ca mping eltperience. Ch i ldren receive health examinations, )lOlL BOY SCOUTS from the Indi.n Wells V.II.y ..... seen during. c.mping trip participating in JOIIr arc ...aeM·latift ...... u shots, proper equipmenl and adequale clothing prior to leaving of of do. Let's aD let to&etbr-It beIpI. one of the traditional "fun" things thllt members the Boy Scouts America A roaring for camp. campfire hils been known to breed songs, tall stories, companionship. The Southern Sierra J. WIDIam IILIder'IIorf, U LEGAL AID OF THE I.W.V. - Sea., althe Navy Council, Boy Scouts of America, is a member agency of the United Way of Indian Wells This agency interviews persons needing legal assistance In this V.lley. Persons who wish their entire donal ion to beMfit the Boy Scouts may designate area. Financial support from United Way Is used to assist In their contribution as such on the card given them by their CFC representatives and the paying part of the attorney's fee in cases In which an attorney is needed, but the client cannot afford to pay the fee. The .,;.,tion ..n be sp.... d out o ..r the ye.r by payroll deductions. person dolng'the interviewing is a former attorney who Is able to give advice In many cases in which funds are not needed. ONE TO ONE PROGRAM NATIONAL HEALTH AGENCIES Offers to all boys and girls needed meaningful participation BIRTH DEFECTS-MARCH OF DIMES and adult contact. Similar to Big Brothers of America program Supports reseerch , medka' services, educatlwl tor prevention but is not l i m ited to fatherless boys. IN"td trutment Of birttl defects. Program Includes sickle cell SALVATION ARMY disene and care of high.risk mothft'S and babln. Provides genuine needs - fOod , clothing, lOdging, emerge-ncy CRIPPLEO CHILDREN AND ADULTS-EASTER SEALS transportation ; medical, ClMtal and optical to IWV residents This agency is the la'VHt voluntary hutth agency provid ing and transients. Referrals made- to maternit, homes and ..... d irect care and treatment sft'vicn 10 Ameri ca' s handicapped alcohollc rehabili tatiCXl centers. Children and adults. 300,000 PIItitnts .r• . served annually. TRAVELERS' AID - INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL SERVice OF THE NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROStS SOCIETY AMERICA Supports research SHking cause, prevention and -cure of MS. Offers emergency assistance to 'Peopl. encounter'ng Multiple sclerosis is a d isease afflicting the brain and spinal emotional situational crises while tra.velino .or otherwtse cord. SoCiety chapters provide patient s@f'vices. separated fr.om family, community or resources. The program THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF is world·wlde in scope. BLINDNESS UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATION (USO) Protects your Sight. It supports resHrCh, provides up.to..