Since 10-26-01
Since 10-26-01
From: SSnews@submarinestore.com
Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2001
12:24 PM
To: Jim
Subject: SS News - October 2001
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Be sure to forward this to your
shipmates. They'll enjoy it too!
Jim -
In This Issue:
1. Note from Bodega Bob
2. Shipmate Search
3. New Products and Specials
4. Reunion Corner
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Note from Bodega Bob
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Well shipmates, I trust you will
join Harry, myself, and the Submarine Store crew in expressing our
heartfelt sympathies to the victims and families of the September
11th massacre as well as in our expression of pride and support of
the fleet as it brings the wrath of God down upon the miserable
heads of those responsible.
This year's USSVI convention in
Peoria was well attended, considering the circumstances. For those of
you who didn't make it, it was a helluva party!
I get the biggest dang kick out of
a week of the mischief, mayham, & hair brained antics that only
submariners can come up with! One thing that really made an impression
on me was swapping sea stories with the oldest living submariner that I
have ever met!
The shipmate's name is Chief
McCann and he is 92 years old! Now, Chief McCann sat with me, Harry, & the Submarine
Store crew during the welcome aboard party. As if learning that the dude
was 92 years old was not enuff of a blast, I also learned that he was
spending the convention in the Honeymoon Suite because he just got
married!
Hoo Yah! Ya know what shipmates?
Bubbleheads got balls, of this there is no doubt! But ya know what else?
Looks like they're still working afternearly a century!
Keep the bubble,
Bodega Bob
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Shipmate Search
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These locator requests are culled
from the SS Community discussion forum. If you know of the whereabouts
of one of these shipmates or are looking for a shipmate yourself, go to:
http://www.submarinestore.com/cgi-bin/ssbbcgi/Ultimate.cgi
and post your message in the
Shipmate Locator forum
1. Just found out my now deceased
father left Mare Island to Midway on AG-23 as MMO1. After arriving his
best buddy lost track on him, may have been transferred to Pilotfish.
Also served on R-14,16 & 18. Anyone remember him?
Thanks
2. Nobber of the greasy
"T" is looking for jerry lee Pragman., I have owed him some
money from 1967, and I would like to pay the debt before I die.. Last
known location was the USS Tiru SS416 then Joplin Missouri.
3. Served on board Volodar SS490
January 1963 to August 1966. Would like to contact other shipmates.
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Christmas is right around the
corner! Make sure you get your orders placed soon to ensure timely
delivery for the holidays!
http://www.submarinestore.com
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New Products and Specials
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-- The Lone Sailor --
Bronzed replica of the life-size
statue commissioned for the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington D.C. This
statue stands a full 8" tall and stirs emotions in even the most
grizzled old salt. Offered by exclusive special arrangement with the
U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation. Each purchase of The Lone Sailor directly
benefits the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation. A
great gift! Get yours at:
http://www.submarinestore.com/whatsnew.htm
-- Radio Controlled Gato class
Submarine Kit --
Dive into great submarine action
with the new USS Bluefish radio controlled submarine! This is a 33"
long operational replica of a WW2 Gato class submarine with a 4.25"
beam. Your model runs under water, dives and surfaces just like the real
thing! A perfect Christmas gift! Go to:
http://www.submarinestore.com/models-rc.htm
-- Jon Whitmore's Famous "He
Volunteered for the Submarine Service" Poster --
What can I say shipmates? You have
been pinging on us for nearly 2 years to get this booger in the
catalogue. It took us that long to find an authorized producer and
quality reproduction! Comes ready to frame!
http://www.submarinestore.com/art.htm
-- 2002 Submarine Calendars --
Avoid the end of the year rush!
Order yours today! Each
purchase benefits the USSVI. Available from:
http://www.submarinestore.com/
-- Great New Submarine T-shirt
Designs --
** Fast Boat Pride
This very sturdy, hi-res,
full-color, front design on 100% pre-shrunk cotton navy blue shirt will
let the world know that you are rough, tough, and can't get enough!
** Trident Pride
This is a hi-res, full-color
patriotic celebration of the pride in belonging to Free World's 21st
Century peace-keeping deterrent force!
Both can be found at:
http://www.submarinestore.com/tshirts.htm
-- Laser Engraved Commemorative
Cribbage Board --
These buggers went like hotcakes
at the convention! A stone cold beauty! Fifteen for two never looked so good!
Personalized laser engraving can commemorate retirement, advancement, or
former commands & duty stations.
Available at:
http://www.submarinestore.com/misc.htm
-- New Submariner Ballcaps --
** Crush Depth Dummy
What can we say?!? This is a
Bodega Favorite! Tired of the traditional? This cap's for you!
Guaranteed to become a collectible! Click to:
http://www.submarinestore.com/hats.htm
-- Pack of 25 NRA regulation size
targets with Osama's picture as your prize! --
How about shooting a few and
sending them to the Afghani delegation at the UN? Get yours at:
http://www.submarinestore.com/whatsnew.htm
-- Sterling Silver Triple Dolphin
Dangly Earrings --
Beautiful set of sterling silver
2" triple dolphin danglies will look beautiful hanging from your
favorite submarine girl!
Click to:
http://www.submarinestore.com/jewelry-earrings.htm
-- Just a Reminder --
Cold weather is coming, shipmates!
Make sure you're prepared with the sturdiest cold weather subwear
available!
Sweats and jackets available at:
http://www.submarinestore.com/coldweather.htm
And stay tuned because we have
more original T-shirt designs and other great products on the way!
http://www.submarinestore.com/whatsnew.htm
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Submarine Store Gift Certificates
- Always the perfect gift!
http://www.submarinestore.com/catalogue.htm
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Reunion Corner
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1. Former Crew Members of the
Growler are encouraged to contact Bill "Scotty" Scott STC(SS)
if you arn't already on our mailing list. We had a reunion in 2000
at New London, and are now planning another reunion in San Diego in
2002.
Contact Scotty at:
bbs35t@yahoo.com
or 520-908-0831 (which is in Tucson AZ)
2. Calling all Shipmates of the
Submarines Cavalla to Reunion 2002 on 16 and 17 April in Galveston, TX.
Come and enjoy the close friendships the Cavalla brought us and share a
bit of nostalgia on board the first Cavalla. The progress of her
restoration is amazing! Individual
gifts, foundation grants and the tender loving care of Volunteers are
making her ship shape again.
The Hotel Galvez will be the
center of activities. There will be a Memorial Service alongside the
Cavalla on the 17th. In addition Galveston provides an
interesting area to visit. For details, contact Zeke Zellmer:
cavallareunion02@worldnet.att.net
665 Grant Court, Satellite Beach, FL 32937
(321) 777-2966
Reunion Coordinators - REMEMBER to
post your reunion information at The Reunion Corner Discussion Forum:
http://www.submarinestore.com/cgi-bin/ssbbcgi/Ultimate.cgi
And don't forget to contact Harry
for special discounts on your reunion supplies! He's at: harry@submarinestore.com
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SS Community Calendar
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Once your reunion or special
function date is set, add it to the SS Community Calendar so that the
rest of your shipmates will know about it.
The SS Community Calendar is
viewed by more than 8,000 visitors every month and is located at:
http://www.submarinestore.com/cgi-bin/calendar/calendar.cgi
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Contributions to the SS News
Welcomed
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News. If you would like to contribute information, a museum or tour
review, or a short article, please contact us at SSeditor@submarinestore.com.
Until next time, fair winds and
following seas,
Bodega Bob (SS)
Chief Engineering Officer of the
Submarine Store
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