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Thursday, March 31, 2005 Vol. 49 No. 13 New program aims to improve moving process By Army Sgt. 1st Class pier campers because they are not going is lost or damaged might only be valued “What makes this even better for Doug Sample to be losing any money out of their at $100 after depreciation, he said. the servicemembers is that whenever American Forces Press Service pockets like they did before,” said With Families First, he said, “the you have temporary storage (and) more Cullen Hutchinson of the passenger and carrier will either replace the television handling of your household goods, the WASHINGTON – Full replace- personal property office at the Military with a similar one or reimburse the ser- more susceptible it is for loss or dam- ment value for lost or damaged items is Surface Deployment and Distribution vicemember the full cost of a new one.” age,” Mr. Hutchinson said. among several changes taking effect in Command in Alexandria, Va. Another benefit of the program is He said direct delivery will also October as part of a new program called Under the current claims process, that servicemembers will now deal save the services money now spent for “Families First” which aims to improve servicemembers only receive a depreci- directly with the carrier to arrange direct temporary storage. the moving process for military fami- ated value for property that is lost or delivery of household goods, thus alle- In Families First, servicemembers lies. damaged, he said. viating the need for temporary storage, will file settlement claims directly with “We’re going to have a lot of hap- For example, a $200 television that he said. See New program, Page 12 Commissary shoppers save big seven days a week By Tech. Sgt. Matt Gilreath 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

People authorized to shop at the Peterson Air Force Base Commissary can save an average of 35 percent on a daily basis and help the Caring for Sharing program at the same time. The commissary consistently wins cash award checks for various promotions, displays, volume of sales and creative merchandising. Winning these contests has resulted in over $5,000 in donations to the Caring for Sharing program since December. “The Commissary continually helps out the Warriors of Team Pete and Caring for Sharing program with their dona- tions,” Chief Master Sgt. James Moody, 21st Space Wing command chief master sergeant said. “I can’t begin to thank Mr. Mings and his staff enough for what they do for our Team Pete Warriors.” “I’ve got the best people in the world working here,” Photo by Dennis Plummer Brig. Gen. Webber, 21st Space Wing commander, stands at attention as retired Colonel, James Bobby Mings, Peterson AFB Commissary officer said. “They Gardner, presents the flag to retired Chief Master Sgt. James “Joe” Gardner. Chief Gardner work hard and want Peterson to be number one all the time. accepted the flag on behalf of the retired Maj. Gen. Salisbury’s family and extended his thanks We have a 98.6 percent in-stock rate of merchandise for to the men and women of the 21st Space Wing for their outstanding support. our customers. Our customer service is beyond reproach. Our employees will bend over backwards for the customer. If a customer doesn’t see the product, they can ask someone to A farewell to General Salisbury look in the warehouse and see if it has just arrived. Members may also ask for case lots. We want their business.” By Ulysses D. Diwa reminder to us about the special group of human Mr. Mings said shoppers can save over 50 percent on Registered nurse beings we call “heroes” – guardians of our freedom some meat department items. The meat department also posts and liberty. Many of you in this solemn gathering the prices of outside competitors so the consumer can com- On behalf of our group of caregivers from Life today, both veterans and our men and women in uni- pare for themselves and see the dollars they are saving by Care Center of Colorado Springs, who had the honor form belong to that group. We, caregivers, salute shopping at the commissary. of taking care of the late Gen. Arthur Salisbury, we you, too. Mr. Mings looks forward to construction of the new came here this morning to pay our last respects to A man of few words, Gen. Salisbury was very commissary in May and is scheduled to be completed in him. direct. One time when I was taking his vital signs, he December of 2006. We, who you left behind, salute you for the last asked me, “Well, Ulysses, will I live?” He looked at “The new facility will be three times the size of this one. time. me with a smile and with a pose that conveyed, “the It will have 89,000 square feet of grocery area. It’ll have As one of our patients, Gen. Salisbury was a honest truth”. With a smile and reverence, I replied, everything plus more,” Mr. Mings said. joy to be with. He was witty and always dignified. “General, you are an immortal among men.” For information about commissary services contact His snappy salute to our greetings to him is a See Bio, Page 12 Bobby Mings at 556-7760.

INSIDE Parking lot closure News 1-8 Vanguards pay tribute Commentary 5 The northwest parking lot near Building to Bataan Heroes 350 will be closed beginning Monday The 76th Space Control Squadron hon- Snow Call Line Happenings 17-19 due to construction. All vehicles must be ors heroes by participating in the 16th Services 20 moved out of the parking lot by midnight Annual Bataan Memorial Death March Feature 22 Sunday Page 6 Page 22 556-SNOW SPACE OBSERVER 2 Thursday, March 31, 2005 FROM THE TOP Space wing No. 1 couple earns AFSPC recognition Guardian Challenge By Tech. Sgt. Kevin Allen wing commander and spouse team Staff writer whose contributions to the nation, the Air Force and the local community best Earlier this month, Brig. Gen. exemplify the highest ideals and posi- way ahead Richard Webber, 21st Space Wing tive leadership of a military couple commander, and his wife, Michele serving in a key Air Force position. Golley, were honored as recipients of Congratulations to General Webber Air Force Space Command the 2005 General and Mrs. Jerome F. and Ms. Golley, and best wishes as O’Malley Award for Air Force Space they represent AFSPC at the Air Force- Command. This award recognizes the level competition. will host the space and missile competition in 2006. Guardian Challenge will be hosted biennially to reduce the stress on servicemembers and the budget resulting from the annual competition.

Photo by Dan Schofield Brig. Gen. Richard Webber and his wife, Michele Golley Action Line Submitting Action Lines ple at lodging, and I was told CE was going to get uniforms for security force and Tactical Air The Action Line is a direct link to the 21st Space Wing someone. Then, I was told the stand by person did- Control Party personnel. Air Force Instruction commander. It should be used when other avenues have n’t have the correct tools. Lodging told me I had 36-2903 stipulates that only TACPs are allowed to failed. Concerns should be addressed at the lowest possible to wait to get the bathroom door unlocked until wear Army patches of their supported Army unit. level in the chain of command and elevated as necessary. some time the next morning. I would think it is a As a TACP member for the last 10 years, I take Though not required, Action Line users should leave health hazard not to have access to a bathroom. tremendous pride in my career field and work point-of-contact information when submitting an Action Thank you. with the Army on a day-to-day basis. I find it Line. This will allow those who are addressing the concern Answer: The staff at Pikes Peak Lodge deeply very insulting that people who go TDY for three to clarify the information and respond, if necessary. Not all regrets their lack of responsiveness and your frustrat- months are wearing the Army patch when I spend responses are printed; however, if information allows, a ing experience the evening of March 8. In response my entire career doing it. Thank you. response will be rendered in another format. If satisfactory results have not been attained by to your report, all members of the front desk staff Answer: Thank you for your concern for the addressing the chain of command, call the Action Line at have been advised of the proper procedures for han- proper wear of the military uniform. Our dress and 556-7777 or fax 556-7848. dling after-hours customer service emergency appearance intruction, AFI 36-2903, Table 3.6 and maintenance response issues. Additionally, a mem- Figure 2.11 (note 3), makes it very clear that Air TLF LOCKOUT ber of the lodging maintenance team has since fixed Force personnel may wear Army patches only when Question: Why aren’t the lodging office your bathroom door to eliminate any future lock- assigned to an Army unit. While badges and decora- and/or civil engineering equipped to handle outs. For information, call 1st Lt. Jason Bennett tions may be worn after time with a sister-service is emergencies in the temporary lodging facilities? at 556-6229. complete, patches may only be worn during the actu- I found the bathroom door in my TLF room al period of assignment to an Army unit. The locked at 8:30 p.m. March 8. I immediately called ARMY PATCH ON implication is that once an Air Force member is no the lodging operator to get someone to unlock the AIR FORCE UNIFORM longer assigned to an Army unit, he or she must door. From 8:30 to 10 p.m., I spoke to several peo- Question: This is concerning the distinctive remove the Army patches. A Moment in Time March 27, 1999 – A combat search and rescue team res- cued an F-117 Nighthawk pilot Published by Colorado Springs Military Newspapers Group, 31 E. 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Employees of Peterson Air Force Base who want to place a free classified Staff Writer April 1, 1954 – President advertisement should call 634-3223 Ext. 210. Tech. Sgt. Matt Gilreath Articles for the Space Observer should be submitted to the 21st SW/PAI, Attn: Space Observer. For submission Tech. Sgt. Kevin Allen Eisenhower signs into law a bill details call the editor at (719) 556-4351 or DSN 834-4351 or e-mail [email protected]. Deadline for sub- Layout and Design creating the U.S. Air Force mission is 4:30 p.m. the Thursday one week before publication. All articles, copy and announcements submitted will Kara Magana be edited to conform to AFI Series 35 and the Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual. Academy. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, March 31, 2005 3 www.peterson.af.mil NEWS Recognizing the members selected for Guardian Challenge 2005

Sergeant Airman Bechtold hails McDonald hails from Dallas, from Westminster, Pennsylvania and is a California and is systems control jour- our Circuit Actions neyman and has been in supervisor. He has the career field for four been in the career years. He spent the field for over nine majority of that time years, and if he specializing in secure can’t fix it, it can’t network engineering be fixed. and installation. It is scary how much he knows about network

Staff Sgt. Robert McDonald infrastructure. Senior Airman Brian Bechtold Top guns Top

Wild hair Retired Chief Master Sgt. Ed Weaver, volunteer guide at the Peterson Air and Space Museum, gives a brief his- tory and talks about the newly painted nose art on the P-47 Thunderbolt to Robert Pinnock, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office deputy and Jeff Nash, Peterson Air and Space Museum assistant director.

Photo by Tech. Sgt. Denise Johnson Earned an award? Been promoted? Job Shadow Day brings Completed training or earned a degree? Fill out a Hometown News local youth to Peterson! Release! The 2005 Junior Achievement Job Shadow Day provides The Hometown News Release program is your an opportunity for Peterson Air Force Base members to chance to tell your Air Force story in your hometown, host youth from local schools in their work centers. The and it couldn’t be easier! Just go online to www.peter- students will come to Peterson and learn about military son.af.mil/21SW, click the “Fill out an online Hometown jobs that interest them. A small commitment, volunteers News Release” link, and you’re on your way! You can are required to spend no more than two hours with their also fill out a DD Form 2266 and send it to 21st Space student May 6. For information or to volunteer, call Wing Public Affairs, via fax at 556-7848, e-mail at 556-6208 or email [email protected]. [email protected], or in person to Building The deadline to volunteer is April 6. 845, room 219. SPACE OBSERVER 4 Thursday, March 31, 2005 COMMENTARY Driving Cheyenne Mountain’s road presents hazards By Senior Master Sgt. approximately 45-55 minutes on Julian Plymale average. 721st Mission Support Group Upon arriving at the CMAFS main gate, give pedes- It takes a keen attention to trians the right-of-way at the detail when negotiating the road crosswalk between the visitor to visit Cheyenne Mountain Air parking area and the Visitor Force Station. Center. Drive slowly when The NORAD access road crossing over the speed bumps has many hazards, to include near the main gate. sharp turns with a six percent When exiting CMAFS, be grade or better in many places. aware of the warning light on Drivers should also be on the right side of NORAD Road. look out for wild turkeys, deer When the red strobe light is and black bear appearing in the flashing, the steel barrier system roadway when rounding blind is in the raised position. When curves. Freezing rain or snowy the light is green, it’s safe to go conditions may warrant driving ahead. The speed limit is 10 at reduced speeds – well below mph in the barrier zone. the posted speed limit. Mountain driving is haz- Be sure to schedule addi- ardous year round with the tional time to navigate the wildlife and weather conditions mountain’s road and remember on NORAD Road. Drivers must that road conditions in the be attentive to changing condi- greater Colorado Springs area tions at all times. Attention to are not necessarily the same as these small details will reduce the hazards of negotiating the the mountain’s. Transit time Photo By Master Sgt. Billy Hayes from upper parking lot to mountain’s road and may prevent A vehicle sits aside Cheyenne Mountain road following an encounter with a deer. Deer Peterson AFB west gate is a future mishap. strikes are on the rise as spring approaches and they become more active. Volunteer tour guides gain different perspective By Tech. Sgt. Michael Phillips Hawaii as they went through the facility. The sheer cinating to the various groups who visit our base. Seeing 21st Space Wing Public Affairs enormity of this engineering accomplishment definite- their take on our jobs can give a fresh look at what we do, ly seems hard to fathom at first glance. why it’s important and what an accomplishment it’s been Sometimes, seeing things through a different pair By contrast, it’s “old news” to most people to get the training to get where we are. of eyes can give someone a whole new perspective. who have worked in the Mountain for any length The Public Affairs office receives tour requests That’s one of the benefits of volunteering to assist the of time. from groups of all ages, from school-age children to Peterson Air Force Base tour program. Looking back, I remember seeing similar things Boy Scouts and Junior ROTC to ROTC groups from For someone who’s been on the job for several on previous tours. At the 21st Security Forces’ around the country. months or years, it can seem tedious. But if you’re able Squadron Military Working Dog kennels, handlers and We’re always looking for people who’d like to to show someone from “outside” what you do, you kennel-masters tell tour groups about what they do and help escort these tours and show what Peterson’s all could get a new appreciation, just by seeing how they how they train and work together with their dogs as a about. If you’d like to volunteer, call the Community view it. team, but to the young people “watching the show,” it Relations division of PA at 556-6208. On a recent tour of Cheyenne Mountain Air all comes together as something out of the ordinary. There’s a lot to see, even at a “Space Base.” Force Station, I watched the looks on the faces of sev- Firefighters, aircrews on the flightline, Helping others see it for the first time can give you a eral young ROTC cadets from the University of aerospace physiologists and dozens of others are all fas- “fresh set of eyes” on what you do every day. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, March 31, 2005 5 www.peterson.af.mil COMMENTARY Customs and courtesies? Anonymous author tesy as “elegance or politeness of manners; especially, I’ve heard it said that “it’s the little things that politeness connected with kindness; civility; complai- matter”. I can’t agree with that more. If you’re a sub- sance; as, the gentleman shows great courtesy to ject matter expert in your career field, that’s great! I’ve been in the Air Force for almost seven years strangers.” But if you’re totally unprofessional along with your both as a prior enlisted member and as an Officer. I've These are the basis of the military as we know it technical competencies, your skills go by the wayside. learned a great deal during my time in the Air Force today… or is it? I’m going to pose some questions to People will remember your professional and the main thing I have learned thus far is that cus- my military comrades, both officer and enlisted. demeanor more than your technical expertise. I per- toms and courtesies are timeless. Why is it that it seems some Air Force members sonally would rather have a mediocre, technically Webster’s 1828 Dic- act like these customs and courtesies don't matter any- competent individual, who has the right attitude and tionary defines custom as more? Are we too “modern” of a service and think wants to learn more about his job, displays the proper “frequent or common that we don’t “need” to exercise the proper cus- customs and courtesies to not only me, but everyone use, or practice; a fre- toms and courtesies to the proper individuals? around him, working with me, than have the Airman, quent repetition o the I’m reminded of an article I read which NCO or CGO who “knows it all” and displays poor same act; hence, way; stated, “The organization’s success or failure, airmanship and shows a bad example to all those established manner; strengths or weaknesses, can be directly related to around them. habitual practice” the effectiveness of its NCOs.” I believe wholeheartedly in the military way of and defines To all you in the enlisted ranks, what does that life. It’s not an easy road that we all travel on day-to- cour- mean to you? I’m also reminded of another article day. My prayers go out to all of our troops overseas that states, “When courtesy falters within a unit, dis- who risk (and even lose) their lives daily to further the cipline ceases to function, and accomplishing the mis- freedoms all humans deserve. I salute them all. sion is endangered.” I’ll end with this: if you feel you don’t owe your Could this be the difference that supervisors, superiors or even your subordinates the many of us are looking to find common customs and courtesies which our Air Force somewhere in our ranks? I spent holds dear, than you better think twice about those some time with a recent NCO who are in harms way right now… I’m sure you think academy class here. It seems it they deserve it, right? Truth is, anyone wearing a isn’t just here where these con- military uniform deserves it. That’s you and me! cerns are sprouting. Let’s get back to the basics. (Articles quoted are found Unfortunately, it’s Air Force- at http://usmilitary.about.com/od/airforce/l/blranks. wide! Is there a plague htm and http://usmilitary.about.com/cs/airforce/ spreading? a/afcustoms_3.htm)

https://commweb.hill.af.mil/ATM/ SPACE OBSERVER 6 Thursday, March 31, 2005 NEWS BRIEFS LEGAL OFFICE CLOSURE resolution and family finances. The application and more information can American Society of Military The 21st Space Wing Legal registration deadline is April 18. be found at www.spacesymposium. Comptrollers representative or Jenny Office will be closed Friday for an For information, call 556-4442, 556- org/national05. Interested organiza- Luvisi at 556-7665. Deadline to sign official function. 7804 or 556-6141. tions or individuals, call Jennifer up is April 13. Picard at the Space Foundation at 719- WOMAN’S RING FOUND SPACE FOUNDATION 576-8000 or toll free in the United TOUR GUIDES NEEDED The 21st Space Wing Public A woman's ring was found in SEEKS VOLUNTEERS States and Canada at 800-691-4000. early March at the base car wash FOR SYMPOSIUM Affairs office seeks sharp officers and LEGAL OFFICE Airmen. Candidates must be E-4 and behind the service station. Claim it by The Space Foundation seeks vol- above who have been on Peterson for calling Calvin Gammon at the services unteers to fill a variety of roles sup- NEEDS VOLUNTEERS at least one year to interview for auto skills shop at 556-4481. porting the 21st National Space The 21st Space Wing legal office positions in the base tour guide pro- Symposium which takes place April 4- needs volunteers to witness and sign RELATIONSHIPS SEMINAR gram. 7, at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado wills at the base legal office 10:30 Each year, Peterson is host to FOR ENGAGED COUPLES, Springs. More than 300 military-relat- a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays in more than 1,000 base tour visitors. NEWLYWEDS ed personnel support the National Building 350. You must be at least 18 Share your Air Force experience with The Peterson Air Force Base Space Symposium annually in a vol- years old. To volunteer and receive potential recruits coming on base from chapel, Peterson and Schriever family unteer capacity. Symposium volun- information, call Master Sgt. Marna local schools, ROTC units, scouts and support centers and Life Skills are teers gain space industry knowledge, Brasili at 556-1710. community organizations. Tours typi- sponsoring a free educational as well as access to the symposium ASMC CERTIFIED cally last four hours and are hosted experience to help people who are conference sessions and the 34,000 Monday through Friday between 7:30 preparing for marriage or are newly square-foot exhibit center. Volunteers DEFENSE FINANCIAL a.m.-4:30 p.m. Interviewees must have married. The seminar, “Falling In Love can assist in registration, security, MANAGER TESTING their supervisor’s permission to Without Falling On Your Face,” transportation and support for speak- All modules begin at the educa- become part of this elite team. Tour will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ers, exhibitors and media. Military tion services building from 2 to 4 p.m. dates will be e-mailed each week as far April 22 at the chapel here. Lunch will members and Department of Defense April 19 and from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., as three months out so that members also be provided. Topics to be civilians and their families are encour- and from 9:45 to 11:45 a.m. April 20. can sign up to escort the tours. For discussed include family backgrounds, aged to apply. Volunteers must be at Everyone must sign up prior to regis- information, call 556-6208. expectations, communication, conflict least 18 years old. An online volunteer tration. For information, call an

Parking lot closure Cyber Café ribbon cutting is at 5 p.m. Beginning Monday the construction for the new addition to Building Apr. 8 at Building 1164 dormitory 350, the military personnel facility, will begin. A construction fence courtyard. Open house will begin at will be installed around the site including the northwest parking lot. All 5:30 p.m. There will be live music after vehicles must be out of the parking lot by midnight Sunday. Parking the event. A burger burn will begin at will be available in adjacent parking lots. The new addition will add approximately 60,000 square feet to the existing building and is sched- 3 p.m. For information, call the uled to be completed in August 2006. The groundbreaking ceremony Peterson Air Force Base Chapel will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Building 350. For infor- at 556-44442. mation, call Ernie Branch at 556-1422. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, March 31, 2005 7 www.peterson.af.mil NEWS effective from the date of marriage or the member’s attorney Skip Morgan. This seminar is offered every entry date whichever is more recent. Military sponsors other month. Personnel have the responsibility to report any additions or changes to the customer service section in the DoD UPDATES NATIONAL military personnel flight to ensure the system is SECURITY PERSONNEL SYSTEM Corner updated appropriately. It’s strongly recommended that The 2004 National Defense Authorization Act this requirement become a part of the squadron’s gave the Department of Defense authority to establish a MPF OFFERS ADVICE FOR RENEWAL marriage checklist. new human resources management system for civilian OF COMMON ACCESS CARDS employees called the National Security Personnel The Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting AFPC OFFERS IMPROVED AIRMAN System. This system will create a new framework of System database reports hundreds of Team Peterson PROMOTION DVR PROCESS rules, regulations, and processes rooted in the members’ CACs, will expire in the next three to five The military personnel flight is no longer required principles of flexibility and fairness that govern the way months. The military personnel flight encourages to print and distribute data verification records for civilians are hired, compensated, promoted, and members to check the expiration date and if the Airmen. Members may view and print their own DVRs disciplined in DoD. Proposed regulations were posted CAC expires within two to three months, to come in via the vMPF. Members requiring assistance should in the Federal Register on Feb. 14. We recommend now and get it renewed rather than waiting until just contact their commanders support staff for help. employees and managers go to the DoD NSPS before expiration. For information call Staff Sgt. Krista MILITARY PERSONNEL FLIGHT OFFERS Website at www.cpms.osd.mil/nsps/index.html and Lopez at 556-4680. click on FACT SHEET to read more about NSPS and UNIFORM GUIDANCE the proposed regulations. We also recommend you go to MILITARY PERSONNEL FLIGHT Sideburns must be neatly trimmed and tapered in the USAF NSPS Website at https://www.dp. ANNOUNCES NEW HOURS the same manner as the haircut. The haircut must be hq.af. mil/dpp/dppn/nsps/ and subscribe to the USAF Starting April 4, the military personnel flight serv- straight and of even width, not flared, and end in a NSPS newsletter. icing Team Peterson, including all tenant units, front clean-shaven horizontal line. Sideburns will not extend range retirees, etc., will move to standardized hours. below the lowest part of the exterior ear opening. This FSC SCHEDULES DEPLOYING, The MPF will be open for customer service walk-ins doesn’t apply to individuals with shaving waivers. REMOTE TOUR READINESS and appointments from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER CONDUCTS BRIEFING MANDATORY through Friday. The MPF encourages everyone to use The Family Support Center deployment, remote these core open hours to conduct business. The MPF ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR tour rediness briefing is offered every week and will be A seminar will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. can accommodate exceptions on a case-by-case basis by held from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Family Support Wednesday at the family support center to teach how to making appointments with the appropriate MPF repre- Center. This is a mandatory briefing for those that are estimate the value of your estate and plan for your future sentative any time from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. For questions deploying or going on a remote tour. This briefing edu- business, personal and health care needs. This seminar concerning the new hours of operation, contact Maj. cates members on the three phases involved with separa- provides an estate planning sampler as well as informa- Jeff Boleng, 21st Mission Support Squadron com- tion and the programs that are available for the families tion on disability planning, powers of attorney, living mander at 556-4023, or Capt. Debbie Horne, 21st MSS left behind. Spouses are encouraged to attend! Military Personnel Flight commander at 556-7135. will, long-term care and death taxes. The presenter is AFPC ANNOUNCES 2005 BOARD SCHEDULE Air Force officials have approved the following Team Pete around changes to the schedule for selection boards convening the globe in calendar year 2005. One board has been removed: The 21st Space Wing The Colonel selection board will not convene Sept. 12, operates 15 weapon as previously scheduled. One board has been added: the systems, comprises Major selection board will convene Sept. 12. One board 44 units in 26 loca- has been moved: the Lieutenant Colonel selection tions in four coun- boards previously scheduled to convene on July 6, will tries, and spans now convene Sept. 12. Information is available nine time zones www.randolph. afpc.af.mil, officer promotion section. throughout the world. Team Pete has FAMILY MEMBER 121 deployed mem- GROUP LIFE INSURANCE bers supporting various Family Member Group Life Insurance automati- operations across the globe. The 21st Space Wing cally enrolls family members until the sponsor specifi- makes up 88 of those members. cally declines or reduces the coverage; this includes a spouse whether or not they are a military member. For this purpose, a military member’s spouse is covered SPACE OBSERVER 8 Thursday, March 31, 2005 NEWS Spotlight on justice Peterson Air Force Base legal officials recently announced Article 15 actions for January to February: A colonel assigned to U.S. Northern Command received an Article 15 for a violation of Article 133, Uniformed Code of Military Justice, conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentle- man for an unprofessional relationship and Article 107, UCMJ, false official statement. The member received a reprimand and forfeiture of $3,849 pay per month for two months, with $1,924 per month of that amount suspended. A lieutenant colonel assigned to Air Force Space Command headquarters received an Article 15 for a violation of Article 92, UCMJ, failure to obey two orders to report for uri- Major vehicle accident ment center at the same time when their vehi- nalysis testing within the time specified. The member received forfeiture of $3,000 pay per month for two months, with $1,000 The driver of an SUV backed into a small cles struck each other. They reported not see- per month of that amount suspended, and a reprimand. sedan at the base fitness center parking lot. The ing each other when a security forces patrol- A captain assigned to 21st Medical Group received an SUV sustained no visible damage, but the man responded to take statements. The patrol- Article 15 for a violation of Article 133, UCMJ, conduct unbe- sedan’s front fender, radiator and hood were man deemed a lack of visibility due to coming an officer and a gentleman for an unprofessional rela- extensively damaged. No one was hurt in the inclement weather to be the precipitating factor tionship and abuse of position. The member received forfeiture accident. The SUV driver received a citation in the accident. No citations were issued. Snow, of $1,500 pay per month for two months and a reprimand. for limitations on backing. This accident and fog, rain and even bright sunshine can reduce A staff sergeant assigned to 721st Security Forces those that follow, could have been avoided had visibility when driving. Drivers can reduce the Squadron received an Article 15 for a violation of Article 86, the offending driver paid attention to his driv- likelihood of an accident by being keenly aware UCMJ, failure to go; Article 92, UCMJ, failure to obey lawful ing environment. Using installed mirrors and of their surroundings at all times. orders; and Article 107, UCMJ, false official statement. The looking in all directions before moving a vehi- Theft of private property member received a suspended reduction to senior airman, for- cle can drastically reduce the chances of caus- An Airman found a black purse in front of feiture of $350 pay per month for two months and a reprimand. ing an accident while backing. a dormitory dayroom. He turned the purse in to A senior airman assigned to 21st Space Communications Minor vehicle accidents the dorm manager who notified the owner. Squadron received an Article 15 for a violation of Article 86, Security forces responded to minor acci- When the owner of the purse claimed the purse, UCMJ, failure to go and Article 92, UCMJ, dereliction of duty dent involving two vehicles in the base she reported that $200 and a credit card were for failure to remain in the local area while on standby duty. The exchange parking lot. Inattentive driving, missing from it. Security forces responded and member received a suspended reduction to airman first class, which led one driver to bump into the vehicle in took statements. The owner had left the purse forfeiture of $100 pay per month for two months and 14 days front of her, caused the accident. The offending on the radiator at her residence and forgot to extra duty. driver was issued a citation for careless driving. take it with her when she went to work. An airman first class assigned to 21st Security Forces This should serve as a reminder for drivers to Security forces investigations assumed control Squadron received an Article 15 for a violation of Article 92, pay attention to what is going on in front of of the case. Securing one’s private property is dereliction of duty for underage drinking. The member received them and to their sides. The speed limit in all the key to protecting it. a suspended reduction to airman, forfeiture of $668 pay and a parking lots on base is 5 mph. Damage to government reprimand. Another minor vehicle accident occurred An airman first class assigned to 21st SFS received an in the civil engineering parking lot. The driver property over $500 Article 15 for a violation of Article 107, UCMJ, signing a false Eight reels of medium voltage cable were who caused the accident had just cleared the official statement. The member received a reduction to airman reported damaged during the recent deploy- snow from windows, checked his mirrors and basic and a reprimand. ment exercise. Owning unit officials speculated began to back out of his parking place. His An airman assigned to 21st Civil Engineer Squadron the damage occurred when the reels were being vehicle struck a vehicle behind him causing a received an Article 15 for a violation of Article 92, dereliction positioned on aircraft pallets for transport. This 2-foot-long dent and a crack in the bumper. The of duty for underage drinking and providing alcohol to a minor; situation should serve as a reminder to anyone offending driver received a citation for improp- and Article 107, UCMJ, false official statement. The member who uses government vehicles or property er backing procedures. Remember, during cold received a reduction to airman basic, suspended forfeiture of should pay close attention to detail and report weather, clear the vehicle’s windows of snow $617 pay and a reprimand. problems or damages. If a person witnesses and ice. Then make sure the windows are (Courtesy of the 21st Space Wing Legal Office) damage to government property, that person defrosted before moving the vehicle. should report it. Yet another minor vehicle accident hap- pened at an intersection on base. The offending Expired license HELP driver backed into the vehicle behind him. The Security forces initiated a traffic stop on a low-speed, bumper-to-bumper contact left a civilian employee and discovered the driver’s WANTED 5-inch scratch on the backer’s vehicle. The license had expired. A Colorado Springs Police Seeking 6,000+ people with victim’s vehicle sustained a 2-foot long crack Department officer responded and issued the Eagle Eyes living and working to its front bumper. The offending driver driver a citation for driving with an expired on Peterson to help 21st received a citation for improper backing license. Colorado State Law requires motor Security Forces identify suspi- procedures. Using all available rear-view mir- cious packages and activity. vehicle operators to possess and carry a valid Opportunity begins immediate- With Eagle Eyes, any rors and turning one’s head to look could have driver’s license when operating a motor vehicle ly, must be willing to assist 24 community member can provided the situational awareness needed to on public roadways. hours a day, 7 days a week. report suspicious avoid this accident. * Anyone with information on a crime or Contractors, civilians, guard, activities 24 hours a day Reserve, family members and by calling the law Two drivers began backing out of their any of these blotter entries should report it to the active duty from all services enforcement desk respective parking spaces at the child develop- 21st Security Forces team at 556-4000. welcome! at 556-4000. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, March 31, 2005 9 www.peterson.af.mil COMMENTARY Air Force Assistance Fund helps Airmen By Douglas Phillips 21st Comptroller Squadron

Back in 1987, my daughter Amanda was diagnosed with Leukemia. I was an E-4 stationed at Francis E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo. as a member of the security police. Team Pete goal – $79,448 Amanda had to spend approxi- mately one full month at Fitzsimmons Week 4 (March 21-25) Army Medical Center in Denver, receiving treatment after she was first diagnosed. In those days, active duty turn in – $65,221 servicemembers had to pay out of pocket for hospital stays at the rate of daily Basic Allowance for Subsistence. Once Amanda was released, she had to go through chemotherapy treatments every Wednesday at Fitzsimmons as well as receiving spinal taps to deter- mine her condition. 0% 82% 100% I did not know a lot about Air Force Aid back then, but funds were GOAL tight, so my First Sergeant took me to Air Force Aid and helped me to get procedure that could be accomplished tions of the bills, but one bill I was way for Airmen to take care of each the paperwork started. I received where Amanda’s bone marrow could going to be stuck with was approxi- other. This charity is the most impor- grants so I could afford the gas to drive be extracted from her, cleansed and mately $100,000. tant charity that Air Force members can to Fitzsimmons and to pay for her hos- put back. Air Force Aid again came to my contribute to in order to take care pital stay. Needless to say, since this was assistance and paid that bill and did not of each and every member of our In 1988, I was transferred to experimental, it would not be covered ask for a cent in return. A few months branch of service if and when they Lowry AFB, Colo., and retrained into by our military insurance but the doctor after Amanda returned home she need assistance. the supply career field under “Children thought this was her best chance. relapsed again and the doctors could The Air Force Assistance Fund Have a Potential.” While I was there, Amanda was sent down to Dallas/Fort not do anything to help. Three weeks provides support through four Air Amanda was in and out of remission. Worth, Texas in 1989 to receive this later in 1990 my daughter lost her fight Force charities: the Air Force The doctor at Fitzsimmons decid- procedure. She spent approximately 3 and passed away. Air Force Aid, once Aid Society, the Air Force Enlisted ed it was best to have a bone marrow months in the hospital. Her medical again, along with the American Red Foundation Inc., the Air Force Village transplant done, but we were unable bills were well above what I would have Cross, came to my aid to assist in the Indigent Widow’s Fund, and to find a close enough match. At that ever been able to afford to pay. The cost of the burial. the General and Mrs. Curtis E. time there was an experimental doctors themselves wrote off their por- For me, Air Force Aid became a LeMay Foundation. Team Pete member saves husband’s life By Margaret Leibfried told me to get up and check After the second one, his breathing became a lit- 21st Space Wing Public Affairs on him. When I came tle easier and he was able to clear his throat. He had a To set up classes or downstairs, I realized he piece of meat lodged in his throat. One never knows information about first-aid, wasn’t breathing correctly He said “that helped.” when you’ll need to use contact the Pikes Peak and wasn’t able to get his It was hard for me to catch my breath after the CPR or the abdominal breath. whole thing was over. I remember we had instructions thrust, formerly know as the Chapter of the American The way he was strug- on the refrigerator for how to help a choking victim. Heimlich maneuver, to save Red Cross at 632-3563 or gling to breathe was some- Time doesn’t wait when someone is in need. People a life. www.pparc.org. thing I never want to hear should always be prepared and know basic life saving It was brought home again. I was scared, and skills. You never know when you may need to use them. to me very forcefully March without thinking I instantly Following the scare, I went back to bed and 20. I was in bed and about sprung into action. I said a prayer of thanks for being able to remember to shut my eyes for a nice long restful night, when I thought a couple of whacks on his back might help, but what to do. I started to think about what might have heard my husband Don coughing. it didn’t, so I got behind him and did a couple of happened if I didn’t go down and check on my husband His coughing didn’t sound right and a little voice abdominal thrusts. when I did. SPACE OBSERVER 10 Thursday, March 31, 2005 FEATURE State Games of America registration opens America this year, making it possible for all call (719) 644-7333, ext. 1000. Volunteers, athletes sought Colorado residents – including military Organizers are also looking for volunteers to Registration for the 2005 State Games of personnel stationed in Colorado and their assist in various capacities. America is officially open. Medal winners from families – to participate. “A team of dedicated, enthusiastic, hard-work- 49 State Games nationwide will compete in the 2005 Athletes will compete in a variety of events, ing volunteers is critical to the success of the State Games of America, which will be held July 28- including a 5K-run, archery, badminton, basketball, State Games of America,” said Doug Martin, State 31, primarily in Colorado Springs. billiards, bowling, diving, gymnastics, field Games of America National Director. “Sport Organizers say Colorado Springs hockey, figure skating, foosball, golf, experience is helpful, but it’s not required. The will host the largest inline hockey, martial arts, racquet- desire to contribute to the success of a large, multi- State Games of America yet, ball, soccer, softball, swimming, sport event – and a friendly, cooperative attitude – with some 9,000 athletes, half table tennis, tennis, track and are the essentials.” from across the country and field, triathlon, weightlifting Volunteers are needed in a variety of areas half from Colorado, and wrestling. including: opening ceremonies, athlete check-in, expected to participate, “Grassroots sports information booths, set-up and tear-down, course with competition taking build confidence,” said guards, crowd and traffic direction, scoring, place in 24 sports. State Games of America timing, hospitality, awards ceremonies, tabulating “We are very spokesman and Olympic results and many other activities. pleased to bring this gold medalist, Rulon In addition, volunteers are needed to support national sports event to Gardner. “The State activities leading up to the State Games, assisting Colorado,” said Dave Games of America gives with administrative tasks and other activities in Palenchar, State Games of amateurs a first-class, the office, or attending events on evenings and America Chairman of the supportive environment to weekends as representatives of the State Games Local Organizing Committee. test their skills against of America. “This will be the largest national national competition.” For volunteer information, contact the State multi-sport event ever held in this For information on the State Games office at SGAINFO@ TheSports Corp.org, or state of Colorado.” Games of America or to register, down- call (719) 634-7333, ext. 1009. Colorado’s Rocky Mountain State Games load a registration form, or to request a regis- (Information courtesy of the State Games of will be incorporated into the State Games of tration handbook, go to www.State Games.org, or America Web site) Find the Space Observer at csmng.com SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, March 31, 2005 11 www.peterson.af.mil SPORTS 1st SPCS takes crown in intramural basketball championship By Walt Johnson routinely beat its opponents by There’s an old saying in stunned by the loss coach The Friday night game was Sports writer 20 or more points, using a dev- sports that teams should never Michael Chandler said the team closer from the beginning. Both astating front line that averaged underestimate an opponent brought upon itself. teams wanted to show their The 1st Space Control 6’3” tall to subdue its foes. based on their size. The 1st “We came into that game championship character and Squadron used its superior Coming into the tournament it SPCS found out the hard way with the wrong attitude. We although the 1st SPCS team led height and athletic ability to was clear that the 1st SPCS was that old sayings sometimes ring played the laziest game we throughout the game, the defeat the 21st Operations the team to beat. true. Playing with a determina- played all year. We came to the outcome was in doubt until Support Squadron 59-44 to win The 1st SPCS team tion that matched their skills, the game taking them for granted late in the fourth quarter when the best-of-three Peterson intra- breezed through each round of 21st OSS upset the favored 1st and they beat us,” Chandler said. again clutch shooting, outstand- mural basketball championship the playoffs, reaching the win- SPCS team by two points If anyone thought this ing rebounding and good free finals Friday at the sports and ner’s bracket championship Wednesday to take command of team didn’t learn a lesson from throw shooting gave the 1st fitness center. game where they were matched the best-of-three championship that defeat they were quickly SPCS the championship. Throughout the intramural against a 21st OSS team that was series one game to none. After corrected the next night. The 1st After the final game, 21st basketball season the 1st SPCS talented but undersized. the game the 1st SPCS team was SPCS team scored the first 11 OSS coach Teo Williams said points of Thursday’s game, the 1st SPCS size advantage clearly sending a message that over his team was a major factor they came to win the champi- in the game. onship. The message was strong “They’re a big team and but not a deterrent for the they were able to get second and undaunted 21st OSS team third shots at the basket. Our because they played the eventual whole game is based on playing champions almost point for tough defense, getting rebounds point the rest of the game and and running in the open floor. threw a scare into them late in They took that away from us the second half. with their strong rebounding. We Battling with all they had played good defense on them; no to get back into the game, the one has held this team less than 21st OSS got within six points 70 points all year and we did it of the lead late in the second two nights in a row,” Williams half, but the 1st SPCS team was said. But their defense wasn’t able to put the game away enough to overcome the size dif- relying on timely shooting ference. Chandler related that and clutch free throws with less winning the title was great but than two minutes remaining in reaching success with his team- the game. Chandler and his mates was an even greater feel- teammates had done what they ing. “This is just a good bunch of Photo by Walt Johnson set out to do, setting up a winner guys I play with and winning it 21st Operations Support Squadron forward Jerome Wesley, 9, is surrounded by 1st Space take all match Friday night at the with them is something I will Control Squadron defenders as he tries to get to the basket March 24 during the intramural fitness center. always remember.” championship series. SPACE OBSERVER 12 Thursday, March 31, 2005 NEWS Bio, from Page 1 Europe. Field, Mass. In May 1962 he became commander of General Salisbury departed Italy the New York Air Defense Sector and the New York Major General Arthur Salisbury for England in January 1944 to assume NORAD Sector, McGuire Air Force Base, N.J., and in was born in 1916, in Sedalia, Mo., command of the 84th Fighter Wing, August 1963 became director of operations, J-3, North where he received his high school edu- consisting of several P-47, P-51, and American Air Defense Command/Continental Air cation. He graduated from the P-38 fighter groups. He was one of the Command, at Ent Air Force Base, Colo. University of Arkansas Law School in first Army Air Forces officers to land He was transferred to Washington, D.C., in 1939. He became an aviation cadet in on the Normandy Beaches during the October 1964 as chief, Joint Command and Control September 1939, and completed flying invasion. Requirements Group, Organization of the Joint Chiefs school at Brooks Field, Texas, in May After returning to the United of Staff. He was assigned to Headquarters Air Defense 1940, with a commission as second States in December 1944, he served as Command, Ent Air Force Base, Colo., in August 1966 lieutenant. He then was assigned to the commander, Fighter Gunnery School, and served as deputy chief of staff for plans until 8th Pursuit Group at Langley Field, at Galveston, Texas. In January 1946 November 1967 when he was appointed director, Joint Va. he was selected as an instructor for the Continental Defense Systems Integration Planning During World War II in June Major General Salisbury first class of the Air Command and Staff, Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. 1942, General Salisbury became com- Staff School at Maxwell Air Force General Salisbury became chief of staff for Aerospace mander of the 65th Fighter Squadron and was assigned Base, Ala. In September 1949 he became a student at Defense Command in July 1970. He assumed duties as to the Mediterranean Theater of Operations. He flew the Air War College at Maxwell Air Force Base. After commander of U.S. Air Forces Southern Command at 126 combat missions in support of Field Marshal graduation in July 1950, he was assigned to Albrook Air Force Base, Canal Zone, in April 1972. Montgomery's Eighth Army in its pursuit of Rommel Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., in the His military decorations and awards include the across the Libyan desert and North Africa, and also Programming Division, Deputy Chief of Staff for Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit with participated in the invasions of Sicily and Italy. Operations. In August 1954 he returned to England four oak leaf clusters, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air He became commander of the 57th Fighter and served successively as deputy commander, 49th Medal with four oak leaf clusters, Army Group, also in the Mediterranean Theater, which par- Air Division; commander, 20th Fighter Bomber Wing; Commendation Medal, Purple Heart, Distinguished ticipated in one of the war's largest air battles. and chief of staff, Third Air Force. Unit Citation Emblem with two oak leaf clusters, Air Intercepting the mass air evacuation of Rommel's staff General Salisbury returned to the United States Force Outstanding Unit Award Ribbon, Distinguished and troops in their attempt to escape from Africa to in July 1958 and was assigned to Air Defense Flying Cross (Britain), Croix de Guerre with palm Italy, the 57th Group downed 76 JU-52 transports and Command. He served first as vice commander of the (France), and Order of the Red Star (USSR). Maj. 13 Messerschmitt 109 fighters in 20 minutes. During 29th Air Division, semi-automatic ground environ- Gen. Salisbury is a command pilot and is qualified as the campaigns in Egypt, Libya, Sicily and Italy, the ment (SAGE), at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., a jet pilot. He was promoted to the grade of major gen- 57th Group developed several tactics that were and in August 1961 became chief of the Command eral effective Nov. 1, 1964, with a date of rank of April employed throughout the remainder of the war in Control Defense Systems Office at L.G. Hanscom 1, 1960. New program, from Page 1 get from the government is going to fall He said efforts like Families First were higher for military moves. While off or stop completely,” he said. “So there should help improve the quality of service average military claims ranged around the carrier, using a Web-based claim-fil- is an incentive there. It’s no longer a com- in the military moving industry that car- $500, he said many corporate claims were ing process. petition on cost, but it’s a competition ries household goods of more than in the range of $100. “There will not be a middle man; now with cost and performance.” 500,000 servicemembers and their fami- In the end, he said, DOD officials the servicemember will be able to address The survey gives servicemembers a lies each year. expect to see a “considerable decrease in the carrier directly on the issue (he or she chance to influence decisions on whether He said problems in the moving loss and damage claims.” has),” he said. a carrier continues to do business with the industry have plagued the services for “The reason for that is that the car- “And the carrier will have an incen- Defense Department, Mr. Hutchinson years, and that efforts to improve the rier is assuming a higher liability for tive to take care of that servicemember in said. moving process have been ongoing since claims,” he said. “So it’s in their best a positive way.” “And that decision is going to be 1994, starting with re-engineering of the interest to protect the goods better so they Mr. Hutchinson said servicemem- based on the performance of that carrier,” household goods process. are not subject to this loss.” bers will be encouraged to complete a he said. “The perceptions were that DOD Mr. Hutchinson said the program Web-based customer satisfaction survey “(The result will be) more quality was experiencing a very high loss and also should ease some of the stress that measures the performance of carri- carriers, which will translate into quality damage rate,” Mr. Hutchinson said. involved with moving. ers, and that survey will become part of service for our servicemembers,” Mr. “When we looked at the numbers, it was “What we’re trying to do is reduce that carrier’s record. Hutchinson said. “And higher-quality car- significantly higher than some of the cor- stress for servicemembers so they can “If the carrier’s performance is poor, riers will ultimately mean higher-quality porate accounts.” concentrate on important things.” (Court- then the amount of business he’s going to moves.” In addition, he said, claim rates also esy of Air Force Print News) Photos by Warren Schroeder Families enjoy a variety of events at the Enlisted Club, Officers’ Club, Youth Center and Aquatics center during the Easter weekend at Peterson Air Force Base. The events were hosted by the 21st Services Squadron. Rosemount Museum

Photo by Nel Lampe Rosemount mansion, an elegant Victorian-era home built in Pueblo in 1893 is one of the finest such homes in America. The mansion is now a museum. one of the nation’s most elegant Victorian-era homes by Nel Lampe a home in New Mountaineer staff York for Thomas ne of the nation’s most ele- Edison and gant Victorian-era homes is another Pueblo in Pueblo. The Rosemount home for Museum is the home built in Thatcher’s broth- Photo by Nel Lampe O1893 for banker John Thatcher and his Rosemount’s carriage house now serves as a restaurant, er, Mahlon. open Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. family. The 37-room mansion has 10 Holly fireplaces in its 24,000 square feet of designed Thatcher’s mansion and fur- was easily installed years later by space. When the mansion was built, it nishings as a package, paying great removing closet floors and ceilings. had a luggage room, servants’ quar- attention to details. For instance, ceil- A state of the art intercom system ters, a carriage house and its own ing carvings may duplicate the room’s allowed the Thatchers to summon greenhouse. The grounds covered an furniture designs; another room coor- servants, no matter what room they entire city block. dinates the fireplace trim to the furni- might be in. A great example of Victorian ture. Imported English tiles on a fire- The mansion was roomy – the architecture, Rosemount was designed place in another room duplicates dining room seats 36 people comfort- by well known New York architect chair carvings. ably. Lots of built-in cabinets hold Henry Hudson Holly. Holly also built Roses — Mrs. Thatcher’s extensive dinnerware collections. favorite flower — are included in The house is Richardsonian designs throughout the house, and Romanesque style; outer walls are why it is named Rosemount. Rhyolite-pink volcanic stone quarried Furnishings and fixtures for at Castle Rock. Ornamentation and the house were brought by train carvings decorate the house. Slate for from the East Coast. The house’s the roof was shipped from Vermont. carpet came from New York, as The house’s construction took two did the lighting fixtures which years, yet cost less than $100,000, designed and made by Tiffany. A includings its furnishings, carpet New York artist created the stained and windows glass windows. Furniture was An elaborate staircase leads to the bought at Wannamakers in second floor, and behind the staircase Philadelphia. is the 9-by-13-foot stained glass win- Unique and creative ideas were dow, “Kingdoms of Nature.” used in the Thatcher mansion. The Thatchers had five children; Holly designed and built a gravity each child had his or her own room. water system, in which a 2,000-gal- There are several bathrooms, a guest lon water tank in the attic furnished room and a room filled with traveling water throughout the house. trunks used by family or guests. There The house was designed to were servants’ quarters, a sewing room include an elevator, but was elimi- a library, a large kitchen, a dining room Photo by Nel Lampe nated in a budget cut. However, and a butler’s pantry. Places to see in the The porch at the mansion’s entry has an Holly put closets where the eleva- The mansion is now a museum, a Pikes Peak area. elaborate wooden ceiling. tor shaft should be, and the elevator See Rosemount, Page 18 March 31, 2005 SPACE OBSERVER 18 Thursday, March 31, 2005 HAPPENINGS

Photo courtesy Rosemount museum Photo courtesy Rosemount museum The luxurious dining room of the Rosemount mansion seats 36 The elegant parlor of the Rosemount mansion has carving on the fire- people. The room has paneling and a fireplace. place and ceiling. Rosemount, From Page 29 location on the Arkansas River and near coal deposits made it ideal for smelter mills. Four smelter mills were built in Pueblo; immigrants unique treasure. Because the mansion was came from Italy and other parts of Europe, always occupied by members of the same drawn by the work available in the smelters and family, most of the furnishings, including cur- the steel mill. Gen. William Palmer helped tains and drapes, were still in the mansion when establish the steel mill to have a ready source it became a museum in 1967. of steel to build his railroad. Palmer’s Denver National Geographic Magazine named and Rio Grande Railroad reached Pueblo in Rosemount one of America’s most elegant 1872. Other railroads were built; some 24 Victorian-era homes. Rosemount is also featured trains a day arrived in Pueblo. on Home and Garden Channel’s “Christmas Cattle drives from Texas passed near Pueblo Castles” documentary and A&E network’s on the way to Denver and Cheyenne, Wyo. “America’s Castles.” Hotels were built to accommodate travelers. Who was John Thatcher, and how did he end Large groups of immigrants from other nations up with this large mansion in Pueblo? joined Pueblo’s population and started stores Like many people who came West for the and farms in the area. adventure and opportunities following the Civil As Pueblo prospered, so did banks and the War, Thatcher left Pennsylvania and came to bankers. The Thatcher family moved from its Kansas territory. He had worked as a teacher and modest five-room house to the completed, cus- a store clerk and found a job as a store clerk in tom-built, luxurious Victorian mansion, bringing Denver. The story is told that Thatcher asked to along an extensive art collection. be paid in merchandise rather than money. The mansion is almost as it was in the 1890s; Photo courtesy Rosemount museum Before too long, he gathered his collection of the art, stained glass, window hangings, furniture Lots of oak paneling is in the 1893 home built merchandise and headed to Pueblo, where he and china remains. for the John Thatcher family in Pueblo, as started a store. Visitors can take guided tours through the seen in the entryway. Thatcher was known to be honest; Pueblo cit- mansion 11 months per year. Rosemount is izens soon began asking him to keep their valu- closed during January. The former carriage house has been con- ables in his store safe as there was no bank. In addition to seeing the Thatcher mansion, verted to a restaurant that is open Tuesday John’s younger brother Mahlon came West to visitors get an additional, free exhibit. On the through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., serv- join his brother in Pueblo. The brothers decided third floor of the mansion is a collection of world ing a lunch menu and desserts. Lunches range Pueblo needed a bank, so they started one. It “curiosities,” gathered by prominent Pueblo citi- from about $6 and up. The restaurant’s phone later became the First National Bank. zen Andrew McClelland. He traveled extensively number is (719) 543-4192. John Thatcher became a shrewd and very and collected memorabilia from his travels. The Rosemount is located at 419 W. 14th Street successful businessman, investing in cattle, eclectic assortment of urns, artifacts an Egyptian in Pueblo. Drive Interstate 25 south of agriculture and mining, in addition to his mer- mummy are displayed in the Rosemount. Colorado Springs, taking Exit 99B (13th cantile and bank interests. McClelland was known for bringing culture Street) in Pueblo and go west about five Pueblo, established in 1842 as a trading and progress to Pueblo, helping establish a town blocks. Rosemount Museum and the carriage fort, began to grow when gold, silver and other library, opera house and a children’s home. house are the only buildings on the block. metals were discovered in Colorado. Pueblo’s Rosemount Museum hours are Tuesday Parking is streetside at meters. through Saturday, from 10 a.m. (Courtesy of the Fort Carson Mountaineer) until 4 p.m. It is closed Mondays and major holidays. The phone number is (719) Just the Facts 545-5290. • Travel time just over an hour • older children, adults Guided tours take about For ages • Type historic house an hour. Admission is $6 for • Fun factor adults, $4 for ages 6 to 18, (Out of 5 stars) and free for children ages 6 • Wallet damage $ or under. $ = $20 or less A gift shop is in the muse- $$ = $21 to $40 um and features Victorian-era $$$ = $41 to $60 gifts, such as teacups, tea $$$$ = $61 to $80 items, greeting cards and Photo by Nel Lampe (Based on a family of four) The Rosemount mansion’s carriage house is now a restaurant. gift items. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, March 31, 2005 19 www.peterson.af.mil HAPPENINGS

Academy theater adults and $2 for children ages 6 to 10. a concert April 3 at 3 p.m. in Benet Hill is April 16, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., “The Passing Zone” is April 23 at Disney on Ice Center, 2577 N. Chelton Road. The con- when the amusement park is open only 7:30 p.m. All performances are in the Mickey and Minnie’s Magical cert presents Gershwin’s “An American for military members. Buy tickets in Arnold Hall Theater at the Academy. Journey, by Disney on Ice, is in the in Paris,” Ives’ “The Unanswered advance at the Outdoor Recreation Call the box office at 333-4497. Theater Colorado Springs World Arena April 6 Question,” Ravel’s “Bolero” and Center at Peterson Air Force Base guests should enter the Academy at the through 10. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. April Gould’s “Latin American Symphon- Information, Tickets and Tours office North Gate Exit. 7, 8 and 9. There are shows at 11:30 a.m. ette.” Tickets are available at the door for $18. All tickets include a meal at Bull riding and 3:30 p.m. April 9, and at 1 and 5 for $6 for adults and $4 for students. the park. Remember to have cash for This year’s Professional Bull p.m. April 10. Call 576-2626; tickets are Military day at Elitches the parking lot fee at Elitches. Riders U.S. Army Invitational is at the $16 and $19.75, but there’s a military The annual “Joining Forces (Courtesy of the Fort Carson Colorado Springs World Arena April 15 discount for children’s tickets. Buy one Event” at Elitches Six Flags in Denver Mountaineer) to 17. Tickets are $25; call 576-2626. adult ticket, get one child’s ticket by There’s a free block party in downtown showing military identification at the Colorado Springs on Tejon Street, April box office. Answers 14 from 5:30 to 11 p.m., with music, fun Rembrandt’s etchings to the puzzle and a live bull. The White Galleries of the Sango on Page 21. Pikes Peak Center de Cristo Art Center at 210 N. Santa Fe The Artie Shaw Orchestra, direct- in Pueblo has several collections of art ed by Dick Johnson, is in the center displayed, including “Rembrandt: The April 6. Tickets start at $22; call the box Moreschim Collection” of etchings office at 576-2626. Rob Becker’s through April 23. Admission to the gal- “Defending the Caveman” is April 8 and leries is $4 for adults and $3 for chil- 9, at 8 p.m. The Pikes Peak Center is at dren, and also admits visitors to the 190 S. Cascade Ave. Parking is street- Children’s Museum. side or for $5 in a garage behind the Pueblo’s art center theater center. Upcoming at the Sangre de Cristo Museum Discovery Days theater at 210 N. Santa Fe in Pueblo is Museum Discovery Days are every “The Passing Zone” at 7:30 p.m. April Saturday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the 22, tickets are $20. The box office Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, 30 phone is (719) 295-7222. Take Interstate W. Dale St. The event, geared for ages 6 25 south to Pueblo, then exit 98B. to 10, introduces children to fine art. Pikes Peak Philharmonic Regular admission fees apply: $5 for Pikes Peak Philharmonic presents SPACE OBSERVER 20 Thursday, March 31, 2005 AROUND PETE April 15 is not just a tax day By Annette Gervais p.m. These camps are for chil- bership fee is $30 for the first transport to and from, this may 21st Services Squadron dren ages 9 to 18 with the excep- child and $10 for each addition- change depending upon the level tion of rock climbing which al child within the family. of commitment from parents. In At the Youth Center here, is only for children ages 13 to Children ages 6 to 18 are eligi- our B&A program we provide April 15 has a whole other 18. The cost for each camp is ble for membership. breakfast and an afternoon meaning besides turning in tax $125 for members and $150 for In an effort to increase snack as well as a variety of forms. On this day, parents of non-members. enrollment for the fall before activities similar to what is pro- children ages 3 to 18 can sign up The school age summer and after school program, we’re vided during the summer. for a wide variety of activities to day camp is an all day camp for planning to offer transportation Weekly fees are based on total include sports camps, outdoor children ages 6 to 12. Children to and from Remington household income. adventure camps and school age must have completed a whole Elementary for children attend- Representatives from the summer day camp. Registration year of kindergarten before ing first through sixth grades if Aquatics Center, Bowling will begin at 9 a.m. enrolling in this summer pro- there are enough children Center, Golf Course and other Sports camps include gram. Breakfast, lunch and an enrolled in our program to war- services activities will also take archery, tennis, baseball, soccer, afternoon snack will be provided rant this service. In order to place April 15 at the Youth basketball and football. These daily. Children can enjoy activi- determine the level of interest in Center to share information camps will run Monday through ty clubs, field trips, swimming this service, we will survey par- about their summer programs. Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and bowling. The program is ents of children who attend the It’s never too early to start The cost for each sport is $75 for open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. following D-49 schools: Evans thinking about what your chil- members and $100 for non- daily. Weekly fees are based on Elementary, Remington Elemen- dren will be doing once the members. A copy of the child’s total household income. tary, Springs Ranch Elementary, school year is over and the sum- current physical is required. If family members become and Stetson Elementary. This mer begins. During this one stop Outdoor adventure camps a member of the Youth Center, survey will be given out on April shop day you will be able to include hiking, horseback riding the fees for the summer sports 15 during the summer camp reg- meet all your child’s needs and and fishing from 7:45 a.m. to 5 and adventure camps, as well as istration. have peace of mind that he or p.m., white water rafting from other programs throughout the Although we have current- she will be well taken care of for 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m., and rock year, can be provided to you at a ly chosen Remington Elemen- the summer. For information, climbing from 7:45 a.m. to 5 reduced cost. The annual mem- tary to be the school that we call 556-7220. ARAGON DINING FACILITY MENU Today Friday Saturday Sunday Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Mexican Baked Lasagna Crispy Baked Fish Almondine Tuna and Noodles Ginger Barbecue Roast Loin of Pork Chicken Spaghetti with Chicken Stir Fry Chick Sauerbraten Chicken Jaeger with Swiss Steak with Meat Sauce Cajun Meat Loaf withBroccoli Chicken Breast Fried Shrimp Mushroom Sauce Tomato Sauce Sweet Italian Grilled Steak PorkChops with Parmesan Seafood Cocktail Glazed Cornish Hen Stuffed Green Sausage Baked Potatoes Mroomroom Au Gratin Potato Sauce Potato Halves Pepper Mashed Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Gravy Steamed Rice Spinach Lasagna Baked Macaroni Broccoli Polonaise Broccoli Rissole Potaotes Cauliflower Combo Orange Rice, Orange Rice and Cheese Cauliflower French Style Rice Pilaf Peas Mashed Potatoes Carrots Steamed Rice, Italian Style Baked Peas Calico Corn Fried Cabbage Black Eye Peas Simmered Pinto Fried Cabbage Beans Glazed Carrots Club Spinach Lima Beans Beans Corn Combo Monday Tuesday Wednesday Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Herbed Baked Swiss Steak with Baked Can Ham Onion-Lemon Paprika Beef Mexican Chicken Pita Pizzas Chicken Tomato Sauce Raisin Sauce Baked Fish Barbecue Beef Mexican Pork Country Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Baked Chicken Fish and Fries Pork Steak Cubes Chops Steak Southern Fried Catfish Hot Italian Mashed Potatoes Schnitzel Chicken Fajitas Chicken Enchiladas Fried Chicken Black-eyed Peas with Sausage Corn Bread Yakisoba O'brien Potatoes Mexican Rice Oven Brown Rice Peppers and Dressing Baked Potatoes Steamed Rice Refried Beans and Potatoes Onions Succotash Mashed Potatoes Cauliflower Cheese Mashed Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Herbed Green Simmered Pinto Corn on the Cob Spanish Style Fried Cauliflower Sweet Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Beans Beans Lima Beans Beans Bean Combo Mixed Vegetables Hours of Operation: Weekdays/Weekends: Breakfast 5:30 – 8 a.m.; Lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Dinner 4 – 6 p.m.; Peas Holidays/Down days: Supper 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; All carry out times 7 – 9 p.m. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, March 31, 2005 21 www.peterson.af.mil CROSSWORD PUZZLE 21. Mouse sighting cry 7. Tennis player Sampras 22. Begins 8. Unfortunately Planes of the ‘30s 25. Small bird; Anthus Motacillidae 9. Consolidated B-24 _____ Answers on Page 22. member 10. Curtiss P-6E _____ 26. Soar 12. Autos 29. Stop 13. Draft org. 32. Consents 15. Caviar starter 34. Meadow 20. Sea animal 35. Singer Redding 22. Resort 36. Gun lobby, in short 23. Type of welder 37. Cypress tree 24. Spring mon. 38. Singer Jones 26. Wright 1909 Military ___ 39. French aircraft maker of S.VII / 27. Confederate general .XIII 28. Pitch 42. Exploit 29. ____ Abe 44. Designer Wang 30. Italian money, once 45. Help 31. Org. concerned with airport 46. Seafarer security 47. Mil. move 33. Cooking method 48. Corpse 39. Vesicle 51. U.S. aircraft maker of B-10 / B- 40. Actress Zadora 12 41. Summands 54. Earthquake center? 43. Wry depiction 55. Rope 44. DVD precursor 57. Trig. function 47. Bachelor's place 59. Bleroit _____ 49. Mil. address 62. Thomas-Morse S4C _____ 50. Thomas-Morse XP-13 _____ 64. AFFTC (Edwards AFB) mission 51. Mil. meal in the field 65. Relieve 52. Computer desktop images 66. Curtiss JN-4D _____ 53. Sentence part 67. Shuttle identifier 56. Air Force ___ 68. CD or DVD computer driver 58. Pig's pen 69. Friends 59. Married lady, in short DOWN 60. Can. province 1. Chat service, in short 61. SE Asia Thai person ACROSS 14. A Gershwin 2. Yankee great Gehrig 62. USAF lawyer 1. Divulge 16. Chop ___; Chinese dish 3. Pub order 63. Fahr. opposite 5. Father figure 17. Baker and ____ 4. Beau (Courtesy of Alaskan Command 11. Douglas B-18 _____ 18. Part of a ship 5. Wheeze Public Affairs) 12. Sopwith F-1s _____ 19. Boeing B-17 Flying ____ 6. Far East male royalty SPACE OBSERVER 22 Thursday, March 31, 2005 FEATURE Vanguards pay tribute to Bataan Heroes Americans were Army, Army 76th Space Control Air Corps, Navy and Marines. Among those seized were members of the Squadron succeeds 200th Coast Artillery, New Mexico National Guard. at White Sands They were marched for days in the scorching heat through the Philippine By 1st Lt. Trevor Nolan jungles. Thousands died. Those who sur- 76th Space Control Squadron vived faced the hardships of a prisoner of war camp. Others were wounded or On March 20, nine members of the killed when unmarked enemy ships 76th Space Control Squadron traveled to transporting prisoners of war to Japan White Sands Missile Range, N.M., to were sunk by U.S. air and naval forces. take part in the 16th Annual Bataan Captain Tanya Hurwitz of Team Memorial Death March. Ding Hao spoke of the motivation felt by The squadron’s two teams meeting the 19 remaining Bataan sur- Vanguard and Ding Hao led by Captains vivors, “It was very humbling to see Tim Bos and Mafwa Kuvibidila, respec- those that survived the whole ordeal, I tively, completed the 26.2-mile march in Courtesy photo was inspired by them and by the fact that the co-ed military flight competition, Members of teams Vanguard and Ding Hao, pose before starting the 16th they continue to attend (the march) every donning desert camouflage uniforms, Annual Bataan Memorial March, held at White Sands Missile Range, N.M., year.” March 20. From left to right (back row) Lt. Col. Todd Gossett, 1st Lt. Trevor web gear and CamelBaks®. Since its inception, the memorial Nolan, Capt. Frank Landry, Capt.Tim Bos, Capt. Ben Parrish, Master Sgt. Ryan “This was an outstanding opportu- march has grown from about 100 to nity to remember the sacrifice that this Carlson, (front row) Capt. Mafwa Kuvibidila, Capt. Kalliroi Lagonik, Staff Sgt. Whitney Huggins, and Capt. Tanya Hurwitz. Both teams completed the march some 4,000 marchers from across the group of WWII veterans made in the in about 10 hours. United States and several foreign coun- Philippine Islands,” said Lt. Col. Todd tries. While still primarily a military Gossett, 76th SPCS commander and War II heroes. These brave soldiers were ed region, surviving on half or quarter event, many civilians choose to take the member of Team Vanguard. responsible for the defense of the islands rations with little or no medical help. challenge. “Participating in this event developed of Luzon, Corregidor and the harbor They fought with outdated equipment Used with permissions by WSMR camaraderie among the teams and defense forts of the Philippines. and virtually no air power. Bataan Death March Memorial improved individuals’ fitness.” The conditions they encountered On April 9, 1942, tens of thousands Webpage. White Sand Missile The Bataan Memorial Death and the aftermath of the battle were of American and Filipino soldiers were Range Public Affairs Office 505- March honors a special group of World unique. They fought in a malaria-infest- surrendered to Japanese forces. The 678-1134.

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