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Vol. 51 No. 43 Guantanamo Bay, Cuba Thursday, November 10, 1994


MCX Gitmo closes doors


For years, the Guantanamo Bay Marine Corps Exchange has met the needs of the Marines specifically and all residents in the Gitmo community. However, last Sunday, the MCX closed its doors forever.
Dedicated MCX shoppers showed up early, hoping to get the best bargains at the "Final Blowout" sale. The first customer, ContractorAbner Lopez-Kellogg, arrived at 7 a.m. By 9 a.m., a line of customers had formed around the building past the Western Union office.
At 10 a.m., the doors were unlocked and the first group of bargain hunters entered the building. Only 50 customers were allowed in the MCX at a time.
"The main reason for the closing was the evacuation. When the dependents left the island, so did almost the entire staff of the MCX," said Chief Warrant Officer Danny Ronan, USMC, Marine Corps Exchange Officer. "All but sixteen of the one-hundred and thirty employees were evacuated."
As one customer checked out and left the store, another quickly entered looking for that special bargain.
Those patiently waiting outside the


MCX expressed their feelings on the store closing.
"When the store closes, it'll cut down on the selections," said Petty Officer 1st Class Mark Conrad. "(With the MCX), we at least had more than one place to choose from."
Another customer, Seaman Leticia Vanzo, had a different concern. "The more things that are closed, the lowerthe morale," she said.
The employees are also concerned about the closing of the MCX and the effect it will have on the community.
"Customers shopped the MCX forthe simple factthey could special order items instead of using catalogs," said Gunnery Sgt. Michael A. Hinton. "Whatever the customer wanted, we could order. Although the MCX has closed its doors for the last time, "there is still much work to do," said Ronan.
Marines stationed here and five Marines from Camp Lejeune, N.C. have worked hard taking care of the added duties necessaryto close down the MCX.
"There is inventory to be counted and goods to be returned to vendors and to other Marine Corps exchanges," said Ronan. "We also have to pack up and ship all the accounting data."
Those Marines assigned to the exchange are also working at the other


Gen. Mundy wishes US


Fifty years ago, at the pinnacle of our Corps' heaviest involvement in


combat, Gen. Alexander Vandergrift, our distinguished 18th Commandant, issued the following birthday greeting:
"Today, we Marines begin our 170th year of life. It is destined to be


Haitians migrants repatriated
A soldier cuts the DMPITS (Deployable Mass Population Identification and Tracking System) bracelet from a Haitian child during the most recent repatriation on Nov. 3. This child was only one of the forty-one Haitians who left Gitmo aboard USCGC Mohawk en route to PortAuPrince. Aboard the Mohawk, the crew of the Mohawk, which is home based in Key West, Fla,, makes sure the repratriated Haitians are fed and kept warm during the eighteen-hour voyage. Photo by JOsN Melissa Farley


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The line for the finalopeningofthe Mane Corps Exchange here began at7a.m.Sunday. The final customer was Capt. Shawn Stith, USMC, of Marine Forces. Photo by JOSN Melissa Farley


facilities that have remained open.
The Marine Mini-mart, Post 46, Staff Non-commissioned Officer Lounge and the warehouse are still open, but the furniture store has closed.The mini-mart has been redesigned to fit the needs of the Marines. For example, men's sportswear, dive gear and Marine uniforms are sold at the mini-mart.




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one of the most momentous years in all our battle-filled history. A birthday is a fitting time to peer backwardand forward. We have reason to look ahead with hope and courage.
Since the last observance of the Corps' official birth, our advance in the Pacific has been steady and unswerving. We take deserved pride in our role as the spearhead of a great amphibious drive against a formidable enemy. You have fought ably in the past year. You have met and licked the FOE's forces at Cape Gloucester, at Bougainville, in the Marshalls, the Marianas, the Palaus. You have planted our flag again on Guam. You have helped secure the bases from which our Navy has sailed forth to overwhelming conquest. You, with the other services, have come as liberators to thousands of men, women and children who have been under Japanese rule for nearly three years. The price has been high. Many of your comrades are gone. Their lives, their wounds paid for those victories.
Today, as new blows are being readied, we stand prepared for futher action. Our enemy is determined that we shall not reach our objective


'The mission of the MCX was to take care of the personnel assigned to the Marine Barracks by meeting their needs in any way possible," said Ronan. 'Now we'll do our best through the mini-mart.'
As the Marines turned out the lights and locked the door of the MCX, another page was turned in Guantanamo Bay's history.




219th B-day

of inflicting total defeat. He is ready to fight to the death. In these many years, we have met other such enemies. As these obstacles confront us, we shall destroy them and press on to our goals. On this 169th birthday of the Corps, therefore, I wish all who wear the Marine green the highestsuccess in the ventures they face."
Some things never change. Today, we Marines begin our 220th yearof life...and we continue to stand prepared for further action. On this 219th birthday of the Corps, therefore, I charge all who wear the Marine green to stand tall. You're United States Marines; and highest success in the ventures you face will continue to be your hallmark. Semper Fidelis.


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An open letter to President Clinton


Dear Mr. President,
My name is Christina Roman. I am eleven years old. I am also a high honor roll student. But worst of all, I am an American refugee from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. I lived there for one and a half years. I thought it was great down there. There were no gangs, robbers or murders. It was the safest place you could ever be. If I wanted to go to my friends house six blocks away, I could. Here in the states, I can't even go down the street without someone coming with me.
The school I go to is nothing compared to the one in Cuba. The school I attend is a zoo.


Instead of the teachers running it, the kids do. I can't even walk down the school hall without the fear that someone would come and harass me.
The worst thing of all, my mom is down there. She is a RM1 in the Navy. Instead of being in Cuba for another two years, she has to go on ship next year. I don't think we should have to live like that. Since we have been evacuated, almost every couple has been having marriage problems. I am afraid it might happen to my mom and dad.
You say on the news you want a strong American family. In this case, I don't think it's


possible.
On the news you say you will have the Marines in Kuwait home by Christmas. What about me and all the other torn apart families. That is what I want to know. I don't like the idea of the evacuation. You knew we would be evacuated so why didn't you work on a solution earlier? The reason I wrote this letter is because all of us want information. We have not heard a thing since the evacuation. All we want is information. I have been stressed and depressed from being away from my mom.
The family tradition is ruined for the holi-


days. My mom might not be here for Christmas. How would you feel if your daughter wasn't with you for Christmas?
I am also concerned about my five-yearold brother. How do you think this affects him? My major concern is when we are going to get some information. I hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
One of the American Refugees,
Christina Roman
(Note: Christina is the daughter of Petty Officer 1st Class Kim Roman of the Navy Communications Detachment here.)


Commemorative coins issued by U.S. Mint'in honor ofVeteran's Day


Washington-The United States Mint has issued three U.S. Veterans Commemorative Silver Dollars to honor: prisoners of war, military servicewomen and Vietnam veterans. By preserving America's past while looking toward its future, the surcharges raised from the sale of these coins will contribute to three memorials that will be recognized nationwide by Americans of all ages. As of Oct. 18, more than 700,000 coins had been sold, contributing more than $7 million to the three memorials. These limited mintage coins are available from the United States Mint until April 30, 1995.
"These coins recognize three groups of veterans for their courageous contributions to our nation," said Philip N. Diehl, Director of the United States Mint. "The tribute will continue when proceeds from the sales of the three U.S. Veterans Commemorative Coins will contribute to the construciton of the National Prisoner of War Museum and the Women In Military Service For America Memorial and the repair of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial."
The National Prisoner of War Museum, planned for Andersonville, Ga., will recognize approximately 142,250 prisoners of war by bringing a greater understanding to the ordeals suf-


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The Women In Military Service For America Memorial, to be built at the gateway to Arlington National Cemetery, will document the history of nearly two million military women who have proudly and unselfishly served America throughout history.
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial has endured the elements for over a decade. Cracks have been discovered in the black granite panels requiring extensive research and repairs. Also, new names need to be added to the Wall. Funding is needed to preserve the legacy and memory of more than 58,000 people who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of freedom.
Coins are available in three-coin sets and individually. As mandated by Congress and signed into law by the President, each of the three commemorative issues is limited to a maximum mintage of 500,000 coins. U.S. Veterns Commemorative Silver Dollars may be purchased by calling 1-800-777-VETS or by writing:
Customer Service United States Mint
10001 Aerospace Rd.
Lanham, Md. 20706


Migran tpets treated by vets here

Animal care specialist .Sgt. Affonso Ru/Ian, USA, spends time wIth Cuban parrot, Colti, at the veterinary
clinic here. Colti/s the pet of a Cuban migrant. Photo by JOSN Melissa Farley



The Gazette is here to serve you


Within the last fewweeks, several drastic changes have occured in the pages of the Gazette. Most of these changes have been met with very positive responses from base residents, from junior enlisted to senior officer. The staff of tne Gazette has worked% hard to ensure the content of the newspaper is timely and contains news that affects base residents.
Recently, there have been comments made concerning the number of JTF stories in the paper, in that there are too many stories about JTF and not enough about base residents. Inthe last issue of the Gazette, the front page story was concerning the consolidation of the migrant camps. The consolidation can take place due to the decreasing number of Haitian migrants. The number of migrants decreasing has major impact for base residents. It affects the quality of life, morale andthe posible return of the families to Gitmo. Hence, it is not a story that is solely for the JTF.
The Gazette has been running stories concerning the Cuban migrants because the migrants are human beings, not unwanted guests. Relations between the migrants and base residents and JTF are better for it. The migrants are trying to maintain an environment of normalcy in a situation that is anything but normal. They should be recognized for i.
The Gazette is a newspaper for the residents of Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay. The members of JTFand the migrant community are currently base residents and outnumber permanent residents fifteen to one. Therefore, it would be unfair to exclude them from coverage in the base newspaper when so much of what they do affects those us.
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shouldn't be in the newspaper. If you would like to voice that opinion, feel free to contact the Public Affairs Office. The phone number is 4502/4819 and our fax number is 4520. If you would like to send us a submission, you can send via fax or guard mail. Our guard mail stop number is 1. Please include your name, rank, command and a daytime phone number.
Remember, the Gazette is here to serve you and we want your constructive input.




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Naval Base
Guantanamo Bay, Cuba

Naval Base Commander Capt James F. Boland, Jr

Administration Officer
Lt. Doug D. Drake

Public Affairs
JOC(SW) Doug G. Coulter
11 Mary Dugan

Editor
J03 Brandon W. Mudd

Editorial Staff
J03 John Bolger
JOSN Melissa Farley
SN Jacqui Kuth

Sea Signal Staff, JTF 160
Cpl. Jim Davis, USMC

Volunteer Staff Lt. Don Biadog
JOC(AW) Jon Gagne JOC Colleen Pegram
YN3 Lance Flake

This newspaper is an authorized
publication for members of the
military services stationed overseas.
Its contents do not necessarily reflect the official views of the
U.S. Government, the Department
of Defense or the U.S. Navy and do not imply endorsement thereof.


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The Education Center is continuing on our regular schedule of office hours.
Navy Campus offers workshops designed to introduce personnel to the voluntary education opportunities and to assist them in preparing a list ofpotential credits from their military training and rating. Some ofthe topics covered in the workshops include sources of college credit, tuition assistance policies, application procedures and other general information about programs with CCC and TSU.
The Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) supports the voluntary education functions of the office of the Secretary of Defense including all the military services. DANTES provides the Navy Campus Education Center personnel with a variety of materials to support your education needs, including reference publications manuals, handbooks, posters, brochures for distribution to military personnel.
Interested students can stop by the Navy Campus office in the Education Center, located on Chapel Hill,
8 a.m.-4 p.m., for more information, or call 4769. City Colleges ofChicago, 4748 - Term II is underway. It's not too early to start planning for Term 111/94-95. In fact, classeswill begin Jan. 15, 1995. Atentativeschedule will be availableat the end ofthe month. CCC is looking for part time instructors in the following areas: Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Humanities, History and Biology. Qualified candidates must possess a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 hours in the subject matter. A part-time position is now available in the CCC office. We are looking for an administrative assistant, 25 hours a week, 8 a.m.-I p.m., Mon-Fri. Strong typing skills a must. Call Ellen Soucy for more information.
Troy State University, 4782 - If you are not yet a TSU student, consider the bachelor's degrees we offer in business administration and resource management. If you already have your bachelor's degree, TSU offers a master's degree in' public administration that can be completed in one year! Drop into the TSU offices for more information. We are located in the education center on Chapel Hill behind MWR. Come by or call us today!







Thursday, November 10, 1994, The Gazette, Page 3






Army dunks Navy, takes All-Services title


When it came down to crunch time, Army took full control in the All Services Basketball Tournament last weekend at the base gym. They stared elimination directly in the face forfour straight games, but never succumbed to the pressure. They were a team on a mission.
After ambushing the Marines in their opener, 80-43, Army was caught off-guard by a surprisingly strong Navy team that had disposed of the Air Force, 69-59, in the opening contest. Navy benefited from a 23point performance by Mark Bragg and a 9point lead at the half to take home the win. The loss dropped the GIs to the loser's bracket where it suddenly became do-or-die. But Army was up the challenge.
Meanwhile, the win gave Navy an automatic berth in the championship game, but they would have to wait a while before they could take the court again. Their opponents still had to be determined.
Air Force and the Marines had to determine which team would take on the Army next, and which team would become spectators - the first victims of the tournament.
A 45-point explosion in the first half gave Air Force the upper hand and they cruised to an easy 90-74 win. Williamson was the top scorer for the winners with 21 points, while Mayo added 15, Thompson 12 and Love 10. Anthony Burke took game-high honors for the Marines with 24.
Army then took the court against the winners and used thefree-throw lineto mount a 10-point lead in the first half going 10-14 from the charity line. By the time the final


buzzer sounded, Army had rolled up an 8264 win.
Claude Hammond's 14 points paced the winners, while Ronald French chipped in with 13. Thompson netted 17 to lead the Falcons, with Harvey adding 11.
The win sent Army into the showdown with Navy forthe championship. Armywould have to win twice to take home the title, Navy needed only a single victory to hoist the crown.
Neither team would bow to the other, however.
From the opening seconds, it became evident this was going to be a fight. Navy came out swinging behind the shooting of Bragg and Maurice Flournoy. Bragg's 11 first half points and Flournoy's 8 gave Navy a 32-24 lead at the break, and Coach Dave Horton's team was just 20-minutes away from taking home the bacon. But the Army refused to throw in the towel. This fight wasn't over.
A second-half explosion led by guards Hammond, Shelton Gore and Robert Preston erased the Army's deficit in a hurry. By game's end, Army had the advantage, 7362.
Bragg was the game's leading scorer, with 22 points. Army's Michael Winding was next with 15, while Hammond added 12 and Gore 10. The win forced a one-game showdown for the title, and it was certain to be a battle.
Navy took control early, benefiting from the hot hands of Bragg (12 first half points) and Shannon Brown (6). But the "Blue and Gold's" aggressive play got them in foul trouble and Army capitalized, going 13-16 from the charity line. At the intermission, Navy held a 40-32 lead, but everyone in the


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gym knew the battle wasn't over.
Tempers would flare during the final five minutes, and the referees would haveto send four players to the showers. Navy's John Rose and Army's Eric McKinney were dismissed at the 14:42 mark, and two minutes later, Army's Brown and Navy's Flournoy both got the boot.
When things finally settled down, Army had pulled out a 76-72 win and taken the championship.
Leading scorers in the game forthe champions were Hammond (18), Hardins (16), French (14) and Preston (11). Navywas led by Bragg (22) and Rodney Evans (10).
The championship team included James Brown, David Hardins, Ronald French, Derrick Mosley, Robert Preston, Shelton Gore, Claude Hammonds, Karl Bastian, Michael Winding, Eric McKinney, Steven Banach and Rufus Thorton. The team was coached by Tony Moore and Arthur Davis.
The Navy team consisted of Rodney Evans, Erin Barnes, Marice Flournoy, John Matin, Ullysses McClough, John Rose, Mark Bragg, Tony Siler, Shannon Brown, Sam Miller, Dwayne Overstreet and Donald Gillis. Dave Horton and Troy Trotter handled the coaching chores.
In the women's title game, Army built a 19-11 lead in the first half and then had to hold off a late.Navy rally. The 40-35 win gave the Army two tournament championships, and the Navy two bridesmaid berths.
Top scorers for the Army women were Tina Staton (16 points, 8-12 in free throws) and Vickie Dykes added 8. Navy's scoring leader was Lynn Norwood with 12, while Jennifer Armenta added 11. The Army team consisted of Staton, Dykes, Nichole Butler, Lisa Code, Gloria Haynes, Tina Kellymore,



Naval Jkospital


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Clinic

Clinic hours are Tuesdays
1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Routine primary care services call 72110 for an appointment Point of
contact for questions Cdr. Herrera at
extension 72110




Attention:
The following vehicles have been abondoned
aboard the Naval Station.
Any
vehicles unclaimed after
Feb. 28,1995 will be
disposed of at the
board of lost, abandoned and unclaimed personnel
property.
If you have any information concerning these
vehicles, call Security at
4423/4105.

1963 Green Dodge Dart
Black Plymouth Barracuda
(Year unknown)
1968 Blue Dodge Dart 1976 Yellow Mercury
Monarch
1973 Gray Ford Maverick
Gray Plymouth
(year & model unknown)
Gray Oldsmobile Toronado
(year unknown)
1970 Blue Plymouth Fury
1973 Brown Mercury
Cougar
1980 Gray Ford
(model unknown)


Trina Avery, Germaine Sanders and Roxie Fields.
Representing the Navy were Norwood, Armenta, Colleen Pegram, Vickie Waters, Gayla Branch, Selina Maddox, Jackie Johnson, Asheli Miles, Delicia Sharpe, Melissa Mendenhall and Lynn Glover. The team was coaches by Troy Trotter and James Williams.


The Army women's basketball team defeated the Navy team 40-35 during the All Services Basketball Tournament last Friday. Top scorers for the Army women were Tina Staton with 16 points and Vickie Dykes with 8. Photo by J03 John Bolger



GPO Test

Chief's test deadline
for all
requirements completed and turned in to the PSD (ESO) is close of business
Dec. 1.
January E-7 Military
Leadership Exam given weekly at ESO Thursdays
at 8:30 a.m. Final
leadership exam for the
January exam will be
given Dec. 1. Call ESO at
4338/4554.





Weekly worship opportunities aboard Naval
Station:
Saturday, Chaplain-led:
5:30 p.m. Catholic Mass, Main Chapel (Confession avail. 30 min. before Mass)
Saturday, Lay-led:
11 a.m. Seventh Day Adventist, McCalla
Chapel
Sunday, Chaplain-led:
7:30 a.m. Early Praise Service, Main Chapel
9 a.m. Catholic Mass, Main Chapel
(Confession avail. 30 min. before Mass)
11 .m. Protestant Worship, Main Chapel
6 p.m. Protestant Gospel Hour, Main Chapel
Sunday, Lay-led:
8 a.m. Jamaican Apostolic Assembly, Bay
Hill Chapel
9:40 a.m. Church of Christ, McCalla
Chapel
11:30 a.m. United Jamaican Fellowship,
"Cable/Radio" Bldg. 1036 Monday, Chaplain-led:
8:10 a.m. Catholic Service, VAW Training
Room
Tuesday, Chaplain-led:
8:10 a.m. Protestant Service, VAW Training
Room
Chaplain's Office-2323/2628
Office hours 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.
Religious education opportunities are
available. Call for information.


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Mail - one of the essential needs in the life of military personnel. "Food, shelter, clothing and mail are the most important needs in someone's life," said Master Chief Petty Officer Michael Minor, postal officer. "People would eat coconuts as long as they get their mail."
According to Petty Officer 1st Class Keith Kinder, Post Office leading petty officer, "Mail is the most important link between servicemembers here and their families back in the states, besides the telephone, and that's expensive."
During the holidays, the amount of mail coming in and going out of the post office doubles. "In October, we handled one-hundred and seventy two thousand pounds of incoming mail and forty thousand pounds of outgoing mail for base and Joint Task Force personnel," said Kinder. "We expect these numbers to double in December."
The postal service has set deadlines to ensure packages, cards and letters are delivered to families in time for Christmas.
For letters and cards the deadline is Dec. 10; for priority mail, Dec. 8; for parcel airlift mail (PAM), Dec. 6; and for space-available mail (SAM), Dec 2.
"If items are mailed by these dates, customers can be reasonably sure their loved ones will have these items under the tree on Christmas morning," said Minor.
To ensure holiday mail gets tosan individual on time, the post office is manned 24 hours a day and the staff is using


every available flight to transfer both incoming and outgoing mail.
Another way to ensure holiday packages are delivered to lovedones on time is by properly packing them.
The post office personnel have given helpful hints for packaging items. First by securely packing items to withstand pressures of moving the packages onto pallets. It is also important to put "to" and "from" addresses inside packages DCVI as well as the outside just in case the outer wrapping is destroyed during transfer. Lastly, insure items of any value.
The staff of the post office is made up of fifteen permanently stationed personnel and seven augmentees. "Our augmentees are from various bases 7/z
from Texas to Connecticut," said Kinder.
The staff handles mail for everyone on the base, including JTF personnel. However, the Marine Barracks, Leeward and JTF personnel are additionally supported by their own personnel.
Not only does mail bring together
servicemen bers and families back in Petty Officer First Class Tim Jeffers sends his holiday packages early so his the state the omt effort agan rings loved ones receive them before Christmas. Photo by JOSN Melissa Farley
together all the services.


NEX Auto Shop works for you


(Above Left) Dave Slovak prepares to align a vehicle. (Left) James Morro uses the diagnostic computer to thoroughly check a vehicles system. This helps the mechanicsIocate troublespots quicker. (Below) Norman Johnson begins working on a van by removing the front grill.
Photos by J03 John Bolger


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Florenzano transfers to Fleet Reserve Wednesday


Guantanamo Bay -- Chief Petty Officer Andrew Florenzano of Security here, will be retiring next Wednesday in a ceremony held at the Base Police Station.
Florenzano's military career beganin February 1959when he joined the United States Marine Corps. He attended basic training in Paris Island, S. C. Upon graduation in MayJ hewas assigned to Advanced Infantry Training, Camp Geiger, N. C. Florenzano served with the 1st Battalion 6 Marines 2nd Marine Division in Camp Lejeune, N. C. from June 1959 to Dec. 1961. He transferred to Marine Barracks, Navy Ammunition Depot in McAlester, Okla. where he served from Dec. 1961 to Feb. 1963. His duties at the Ammunition1 Depot included Guard DetachmentI Corporal of the Guard. Florenzano transferred to the Marine Reserves in Feb. 1965.
In Dec. 1973, eight years later Florenzano joined the Army NationalI Guard serving as a military police-I man until April 1974. Not being satisfied in the National Guard, Florenzano joined the United States Army in August of that year. HewentI to Basic Training in Fort Polk, La., graduating in November. For three years Florenzano served with the1 181st Signal Co. in Heidelberg, Germany as a 36H, dial central office


repairman and a 36C, telephone installer and lineman. He was discharged in.November, 1977 at Fort Jackson, S. C.
Three months later, Florenzano joined the Army Reserves, becoming a Drill Sergeant in the 95th Training Division, McAlester, Okla.
In October, 1981, Florenzano joined the United States Navy as a construction electrician 2nd class and attended indoctrination at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, 111. His first Navy assignment was at Diego Garcia. Florenzano transferred to Naval Air Station, Naples, Italy where he was assigned to the then Shore Patrol (now Master at Arms) for a four-year tour. Florenzano attended Master-at-Arms school at Fort McClellan, Ala. In April, 1987, Florenzano was stationed at Security Department, U.S. Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where he served as the chief of police until December 1992. From Jan. 1993 to Dec. 1993, Florenzano was the assistant security officerfor Pensacola, Fla. Naval Hospital Security. Florenzano reported, for the second time, to Gitmo in Jan. 1994 as chief investigator.
Florenzano and his wife Paula have three children: Paul, 31; Robert, 28 and Andrea, 25 and one grandchild, Hayley, 7.


Computers ease isolation of mechanics' problems


Unless you are a mechanic or mechanically inclined and your vehicle breaks, life can become a real headache. The Navy Exchange Auto Service Center Staff is the only place on base where personnel can get their automobiles thoroughly serviced.
Dave Slovak manages the car rental department, gas station, appliance services and parts department. Slovak, who has worked in the Auto Center for three years, works with seven full time skilled


mechanics. Some of them have been there for 20 years or more and rememberwhen the auto store was located in the current Toyland. But times have changed since they first arrived and with changes, improvements can make their job easier.
"We are equipped with a diagnostic system, an R-12 air conditioning unit, and alignment system for wheel alignment and a wheel balancer. We also have a pipe bender to do exhaust work," said Slovak.
The diagnostic system is obviously the pride and joy of the center because of the time it saves on


mechanical work.
"The system checks the codes and the computers within the car and it gives an idea of what's wrong and where to look for major problems, said James Morro, inline mechanic for the Auto Center. "For instance, if I' m checking the spark plugs, the gauge shows the high and low points. I can figure outwhich one has the weak spark. It makes the job easier." Morro, who also does warranty work for Chevy, Ford and Chrysler/ Dodge automobiles, also rebuilds transmissions and overhauls engines.
Being the only overseas Auto Center to have the ability to service privately owned vehicles under warranty, Guantanamo Bay's staff of professional mechanics work to meet the needs of the community.


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Vol. 1, No. 24 Joint Task Force 160, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba November 10,1994



Married soldiers deploy together in today's army


ByCarlA. Mahnken
Joint Task Force - 160 Public Affairs

Today's military is ever changing, upgrading and more and more thinking about military families and how to help them. Though we may never see the day when entire families are deployed with a unit like in the crazed TV and movie hit Star Trek, the 716th Military Police Battalion already has a small taste of this.
There are three married couples in the 716th MP Bn that were deployed here from Fort Riley, Kan., home of the 1st Infantry Battalion.
"This is today's Army, it's always changing... it's the new Army," said Spec. Patricia Harback, lst MP Company, 716th MP Bn, and wife of Spec. James Harback.
This isn't the first time the unit has deployed with married couples within the battalion, according to Lt.Col. Randy Garver, 716th MP Bn commander.
"When we deployed to Desert Shield/Desert Storm, we had families thatwere married and deployed together and there were no problems," he said. "I attribute this to good leadership and that our soldiers are great young Americans, doing their duty. I don't think it has an adverse affect and is not negative. If there are problems it's more out of jealousy."
While there are always problems and challenges to be dealt with when preparing to deploy, there were some unique challenges which existed for these married soldiers as they prepared.
For James and Patricia Harback, they had to move up their wedding date because of the deployment here.
"We had planned to get married July 5, and that was the day we were to deploy," James said. "We got married July 1, in the 1st MP Company day room in our BDUs."
"I had to leave five minutes after the ceremony to get my jungle issue uniforms," Patricia said.
For Spec's Joe and Lisa Waterhouse the big challenge was moving out and packing up all the household goods, then moving them into storage over a weekend so they could deploy that Monday.
Unlike the Harback and Waterhouse families, the Cherry family didn't deploy at the same time.
Spec. Karl Cherry deployed at the same time as the Harbacks, however it was nearly two months before his wife, Spec. Lenease Cherry, was sent to Guantanamo, too.
The big challengefor the Cherry familywas deciding where their daughter, Karlissa, who will be 18 months old in November, should stay.
"She's with her godmother, whose husband is also deployed here," said Lenease. "She's walking now. She took her first four steps a day before I left. She's even started talking without me."


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Married and deployed together (left to right): Specialists James and Patricia Harback, Specialists Karl and Lenease Cherry, and Specialists Lisa and Joe Waterhouse. Photo by Carl A. Mahnken.


"I'll try to be there for her graduation," Karl said jokingly.
Although the young couples are here together, there still aren't many chances for them to spend time together.
"Their personal time is cut down to a bare minimum and there is no privacy like that enjoyed back home, and that can add stress to the situation," said Sgt.Maj. Vittorino Dimattia, Command Sgt.Maj., 716thMPBn.
For each couple, time together is important and cherished. They live in separate tents, and one couple is even split between camps.
Working the midnight to noon shift, the Harbacks get about five to ten minutes daily to see each other during the shift changes and on days off.
The Waterhouse couple fares a little better with about three to four hours a day and feel fortunate to have that time.
"I stop myself when I want to complain about not being able to see my husband because I remember all the other soldiers here who don't even get to talk to their spouses back home but once a week," said Lisa Waterhouse.
For the Cherry family distance plays a big role in the


time they spend together.
"I'm in Phillips Park and she's in Camp Quick," said Karl Cherry. "We get to see each other on my days off and when schedules allow which is about every third weekend."
When the families' tour is done here and they head home, there will again be some challenges they will be faced with that many of the other soldiers will not have to deal with.
"One thing that other soldiers will have is a home to go back to," said Patricia Harback. "We will have to reestablish our home because we had to put everything in storage."
"We'll have to find a place, getutilities turned on and household goods delivered," said James Harback.
"We'll have friends to stay with when we get back ... until we can find a place to stay," said Lisa Waterhouse.
For the Cherry's, Karl may well have to do it on his own as he will head home before his wife.
"Everybody comes from different walks of life and everyone who does a deployment makes sacrifices, whether you are married or not," said Dimattia.


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The migrant children's choir sings during a special first-of-its-kind evening celebration that took place at the Bayview Officers Club for all Armed Forces Chaplain services on the November 2. It started with 'The National Anthem' and invocation and ended with a cake cutting ceremony. Throughout the celebration prayer and praise was offered in song and recognition of each of the chaplain services history. Special music was provided by both Cuban and Haitian migrant children's choir and a chaplian duet.
Commander, Joint Task Force -160 and guest speaker, BGen. Raymond P. Ayres, Jr., said that "Chaplains are wonderful, dedicated people who have taken care of our troops, our families, and us personally."
"All branches of the service, medical personnel and chaplain personnel, serve hand-in-hand where ever they have been," said Chaplain Larry Greenslit. Photo by Carl A. Hahnken.


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Father, son serve together during JTF operations


By MSgt.L.P.:Cabal,Jr. MarFor, Joint Task Force - 160

When 20-year-old Christopher A. Abbott of Lewistown, Mont., enlisted in the Marine'Corps Reserve this past June, he had no idea that he would be serving alongside his father on foreign soil just five months later.
"I joined the reserves for the extra money that I would need for my education," said the third year psychology major at Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C. "When I reported to the Reserve Center in Johnson City, Tenn., I was asked if I would be interested in volunteering for a humanitarian deployment to Cuba. I was told that we would be helping to provide external security for the Cuban and Haitianmigrant camps at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base. I thought the experience would be great and said, 'yes.'
"In September, when I got accepted for the assignment, I called my dad, a chief warrant officer with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines at Camp Lejeune, N.C., to brag about it because I knew he was scheduled to deploy to Okinawa, Japan, next June."
CWO-3 Richard A.Abbott, a veteran of nearly 26 years service in the Corps and a strong believer in education, advised his son to stay in school. He then informed the hard-charging


Private First Class that 1st Bn, 2nd Marines was also on the list of Marine units selected to take part in Operation Sea Signal and that he, too, was headed for Cuba.
Only the elder Abbott didn't realize the execution order for his infantry battalion would be givenjust two hours after that telephone conversation on September 11.
"I got real excited when I found out that I would actually get a chance to serve with my father in Cuba," exclaimed the young rifleman, "especially since he is on active duty and I am a reservist."
CWO-3 Abbott was at Camp Tarawa to welcome his son to the "Pearl of the Antilles" when Company F, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marines reported for duty with Joint Task Force - 160 on October 22.
"Despite my desire for Christopher to remain at the university and continue his education, I was proud to see my son, here," said the gunner. "I guess I, too, never thought that we would get to serve together."
Following a quick personal ground orientation and situation briefing during that initial encounter, the Abbotts have not had much of an opportunity to socialize due to conflicting work schedules.
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Pfc.ChristopherA. Abbott and CWO3Richard A. Abbott, father and son, found a few minutes to visit with one another during their busy schedules of helping with migrant operations here. Photo by MSgt. L.P. Cabal, Jr.


claimed the elder Abbott, "But Chris is just here for a 30-day pump. For now, we just plan to hook up for dinner one evening before he ships out later this month. We did connect to get a birthday present for his sister, Allynne, though," he chuckled.
"This deployment has been every bit as interesting and exciting as I imagined," said Pfc. Abbott. "It has really shocked me to see how much people are willing to go through to get a chance to live in the United States," he com-


mented, referring to the Cuban migrant's dangerous and sometimes fatal attempts to sail the 90 miles of Caribbean Sea between Cuba and Florida on homemade rafts and boats.
"Most of them seem like really good people and I wish them a lot of luck getting there," he continued. "I am personally, however, looking forward to getting back to the dormitory at school, myself, where I won't have to live inthe dirt and I can get a hot shower every night."


Coast Guard cutters play important role in saving migrants


By Spec. Dee Constant Joint Task Force - 160 Public Affairs


When we hear of someone walking the plank an image of Captain Hook forcing Peter Pan into shark-infested waters may come to mind. However, when the captain of the United States Coast Guard Cutter Chandeleur has someone walk the plank, it is from shark-infested waters and danger to safety.
The Chandeleur is one of the many Coast Guard cutters that plucked migrants from the oceans this summer. The crew has saved thousands of Haitian and Cuban rafters.
"We patrolled the waters and whenever we saw the migrants we would pull them from their crafts," said Lt. Glenn F. Grahl, commanding officer of the Chandeleur. "I hesitate to call them craftsbecause in many cases the migrants were in little more than floating debris. We've pulled them from tire tubes, 50-gallon oil drums

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and even upside down truck cap covers.
"We've seen more than our share of dehydrated people. Because many of the crafts would capsize soon after leaving shore some of these people spent many days without any food or water," Grahl explained.
"As soon as we pulled them aboard we would assess their medical condition and begin rehydrating them. We had to airlift some of the migrants whose medical situations required more attention than we could provide," Grahl added.
The crew rescued hundreds of migrants daily throughout the summer. "It almost became routine. Someone would spot a vessel or sometimes just a person in the water, we'd bring the migrants aboard, give them medical care, water and food. Within 24 hours we would pull alongside a U.S. Navy ship and then the migrants would walk the plank from the cutter to the Navy ship," explained Lt. j.g. Roberto Muniz, executive officer of the Chandeleur.


The Chandeleur is the second smallest class of cutter in the Coast Guard. It is a 110-foot patrol boat, based in Miami Beach with U.S. Coast Guard Group Miami. The crew's usual primary mission is maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, boating safety and random boardings, according to Grahl.
Now the cutters primary mission is harbor defense in Port-au-Prince and Cap Haitien. They leave ahead of the larger cutters that are repatriating Haitians.
"We go ahead of the bigger ships to clear the channels. The harbors are full of small rowboats, canoes, sailboats and other vessels. We need to secure an area large enough for the cutters to safely enter the port," Muniz said.
Aside from securing a safe entry for repatriating Haitians, the crew's other mission is to protect the cutters from barterers. "As soon as the Haitians see a Coast Guard cutter enter the harbor, they swarm around it trying to trade


things like dried fish for U.S. dollars. It is our responsibility to keep these people from the ships," Muniz said.
While this mission is quite different from the Chandeleur's normal duties the crew's attitude is not.
"Our crew is tight. We have worked many 48-hour shifts yet no one complains. Everyone knows the routine, what's got to be done, and we do it. Ifsomeone is too busy, one of us will fill his position, take up the slack, that's what this is all about," said Petty Officer 1st Class David Pilitowski, quartermaster and ships navigator.
Although the Chandeleur has logged many hours these last months there have been no injuries or safety problems, according to Grahl.
"My crew has made our very difficult missions appear routine. They were obviously proud of the job they were doing. I'm proud of them, too," Grahl concluded.


Name: Lt.Col. Henry O'Neal, commander, 6th Air Transportable Hospital Home station: 6th Medical Group, MacDill AFB, Fla.
Education: Bachelor of Science in biology from Tuskegee University in Alabama and Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Florida Specialty: Internal medicine Home town: Sylacauga, Ala. Family: Wife, San; sons, Patrick and Conor; and daughters, Kyndal and Taylor Hobbies: "Jogging, walking, listening Doctor O'Neal to music and catching a little quiet time
when I can get it."
Philosophy of leadership: "Lead by example, keep an open
mind and be flexible. There's more than one way to do the things we do; allow your subordinates to do theirjobs."
Goal for medical care at Gitmo: "Maintain an effective blend of care for the Haitian and Cuban migrants and, as much as possible, make it the same sidardz as Li e U.n' ted 'at.'

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Gazeute Vol. 51 No. 43 Guantanamo Bay, Cuba Thursday, November 10, 1994 MCX Gitmo closes doors For years, the Guantanamo Bay Marine Corps Exchange has met the needs of the Marines specifically and all residents in the Gitmo community. However, last Sunday, the MCX closed its doors forever. Dedicated MCX shoppers showed up early, hoping to get the best bargains at the "Final Blowout" sale. The first customer, Contractor Abner Lopez-Kellogg, arrived at 7 a.m. By 9 a.m., a line of customers had formed around the building past the Western Union office. At 10 a.m., the doors were unlocked and the first group of bargain hunters entered the building. Only 50 customers were allowed in the MCX at a time. "The main reason for the closing was the evacuation. When the dependents left the island, so did almost the entire staff of the MCX," said Chief Warrant Officer Danny Ronan, USMC, Marine Corps Exchange Officer. "All but sixteen of the one-hundred and thirty employees were evacuated." As one customer checked out and left the store, another quickly entered looking for that special bargain. Those patiently waiting outside the MCX expressed their feelings on the store closing. "When the store closes, it'll cut down on the selections," said Petty Officer 1st Class Mark Conrad. "(With the MCX), we at least had more than one place to choose from." Another customer, Seaman Leticia Vanzo, had a different concern. "The more things that are closed, the lowerthe morale," she said. The employees are also concerned about the closing of the MCX and the effect it will have on the community. "Customers shopped the MCX forthe simple factthey could special orderitems instead of using catalogs," said Gunnery Sgt. Michael A. Hinton. "Whatever the customer wanted, we could order. Although the MCX has closed its doors for the last time, "there is still much work to do," said Ronan. Marines stationed here and five Marines from Camp Lejeune, N.C. have worked hard taking care of the added duties necessary to close down the MCX. "There is inventory to be counted and goods to be returned to vendors and to other Marine Corps exchanges," said Ronan. "We also have to pack up and ship all the accounting data." Those Marines assigned to the exchange are also working at the other The line forthefinalopeningofthe Maine Corps Exchange here began at 7a.m. Sunday. The final customer was Capt. Shawn Stith, USMC, of Marine Forces. Photo by JOSN Melissa Farley facilities that have remained open. The Marine Mini-mart, Post 46, Staff Non-commissioned Officer Lounge and the warehouse are still open, but the furniture store has closed.The mini-mart has been redesigned to fit the needs of the Marines.For example, men's sportswear, dive gear and Marine uniforms are sold at the mini-mart. "The mission of the MCX was to take care of the personnel assigned to the Marine Barracks by meeting their needs in any way possible," said Ronan. "Now we'll do our best through the mini-mart." As the Marines turned out the lights and locked the door of the MCX, another page was turned in Guantanamo Bay's history. Gen. Mundy wishes US Fifty years ago, at the pinnacle of our Corps' heaviest involvement in combat, Gen.Alexander Vandergrift, our distinguished 18th Commandant, issued the following birthday greeting: "Today, we Marines begin our 170th year of life. It is destined to be Haitians migrants repatriated A soldier cuts the DMPITS (Deployable Mass Population Identification and Tracking System) bracelet from a Haitian child during the most recent repatriation on Nov. 3. This child was only one of the forty-one Haitians who leftGitmo aboard USCGC Mohawk en route toPortAuPrince. Aboard the Mohawk, the crew of the Mohawk, which is home based in Key West, Fla., makes sure the repratriated Haitians are fed and kept warm during the eighteen-hour voyage. Photo by JOSN Melissa Farley MC happy 219th B-day one of the most momentous years in of inflicting total defeat. He is ready all our battle-filled history. A birthday to fight to the death. In these many is a fitting time to peer backwardyears, we have met other such enand forward. We have reason to emies. As these obstacles confront look ahead with hope and courage. us, we shall destroy them and press Since the last observance of the on to our goals. On this 169th birthCorps' official birth, our advance in day of the Corps, therefore, I wish all the Pacific has been steady and unwho wear the Marine green the highswerving. We take deserved pride in estsuccess in the venturesthey face." our role as the spearhead of a great Some things never change. 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Page 2, Thursday, November 10, 1994, The Gazette An open letter to President Clinton Dear Mr. President, My name is Christina Roman. I am eleven years old. I am also a high honor roll student. But worst of all, I am an American refugee from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. I lived there for one and a half years. I thought it was great down there. There were no gangs, robbers or murders. It was the safest place you could ever be. If I wanted to go to my friends house six blocks away, I could. Here in the states, I can't even go down the street without someone coming with me. The school I go to is nothing compared to the one in Cuba. The school I attend is a zoo. Instead of the teachers running it, the kids do. I can't even walk down the school hall without the fear that someone would come and harass me. The worst thing of all, my mom is down there. She is a RM1 in the Navy. Instead of being in Cuba for another two years, she has to go on ship next year. I don't think we should have to live like that. Since we have been evacuated, almost every couple has been having marriage problems. I am afraid it might happen to my mom and dad. You say on the news you want a strong American family. In this case, I don't think it's possible. On the news you say you will have the Marines in Kuwait home by Christmas. What about me and all the other torn apart families. That is what I want to know. I don't like the idea of the evacuation. You knew we would be evacuated so why didn't you work on a solution earlier? The reason I wrote this letter is because all of us want information. We have not heard a thing since the evacuation. All we want is information. I have been stressed and depressed from being away from my mom. The family tradition is ruined for the holidays. My mom might not be here for Christmas. How would you feel if your daughter wasn't with you for Christmas? I am also concerned about my five-yearold brother. How do you think this affects him? My major concern is when we are going to get some information. I hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely, One of the American Refugees, Christina Roman (Note: Christina is the daughter of Petty Officer 1st Class Kim Roman of the Navy Communications Detachment here.) Commemorative coins issued by U.S. Mint in honor of Veteran's Day Washington-The United States Mint has issued three U.S. Veterans Commemorative Silver Dollars to honor: prisoners of war, military servicewomen and Vietnam veterans. By preserving America's past while looking toward its future, the surcharges raised from the sale of these coins will contribute to three memorials that will be recognized nationwide by Americans of all ages. As of Oct. 18, more than 700,000 coins had been sold, contributing more than $7 million to the three memorials. These limited mintage coins are available from the United States Mint until April 30, 1995. "These coins recognize three groups of veterans for their courageous contributions to our nation," said Philip N. Diehl, Director of the United States Mint. "The tribute will continue when proceeds from the sales of the three U.S. Veterans Commemorative Coins will contribute to the construciton of the National Prisoner of War Museum and the Women In Military Service For America Memorial and the repair of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial." The National Prisoner of War Museum, planned for Andersonville, Ga., will recognize approximately 142,250 prisoners of war by bringing a greater understanding to the ordeals suffered by those denied their freedom while attempting to preserve the freedom of others. The Women In Military Service For America Memorial, to be built at the gateway to Arlington National Cemetery, will document the history of nearly two million military women who have proudly and unselfishly served America throughout history. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial has endured the elements for over a decade. Cracks have been discovered in the black granite panels requiring extensive research and repairs. Also, new names need to be added to the Wall. Funding is needed to preserve the legacy and memory of more than 58,000 people who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of freedom. Coins are available in three-coin sets and individually. As mandated by Congress and signed into law by the President, each of the three commemorative issues is limited to a maximum mintage of 500,000 coins. U.S. Veterans Commemorative Silver Dollars may be purchased by calling 1-800-777-VETS or by writing: Customer Service United States Mint 10001 Aerospace Rd. Lanham, Md. 20706 Navy Campus The Education Center is continuing on our regular schedule of office hours. Navy Campus offers workshops designed to introduce personnel to the voluntary education opportunities and to assist them in preparing a list ofpotential credits from their military training and rating. Some ofthe topics covered in the workshops include sources of college credit, tuition assistance policies, application procedures and other general inforniution about programs with CCC and TSU. The Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) supports the voluntary education functions of the office of the Secretary of Defense including all the military services. DANTES provides the Navy Campus Education Center personnel with a variety of materials to support your education needs, including reference publications manuals, handbooks, posters, brochures for distribution to military personnel. Interested students can stop by the Navy Campus office in the Education Center, located on Chapel Hill, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., for more information, or call 4769. City Colleges ofChicago, 4748 -Term II is underway. It's not too early to start planning for Term 111/94-95. In fact, classeswill begin Jan. 15, 1995. A tentative schedule will be availableat the end ofthe month. CCC is looking for part time instructors in the following areas: Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Humanities, History and Biology. Qualified candidates must possess a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 hours in the subject matter. A part-time position is now available in the CCC office. We are looking for an administrative assistant, 25 hours a week, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Mon-Fri. Strong typing skills a must. Call Ellen Soucy for more information. Troy State University, 4782 -If you are not yet a TSU student, consider the bachelors degrees we offer in business administration and resource management. If you already have your bachelors degree, TSU offers a masters degree in public administration that can be completed in one year! Drop into the TSU offices for more informaf a' tion. We are located in the education center on Chapel Hill behind MWR. Come by or call us today! THELMA THWARTUM -By Alex ALL READY TO GO. ILL '1JUST 1REVIEW-1MY 'VACATION CLIECK LIST TO BS SUBS" A L) VACATIONI oCs-0F LIST bl ITc:Yur geatest ri aaIseirtbor. periods o prlonsg"a n05 oCECK tlitilY Yasr loutl laWJ nforcaeet. ae~yo our absenlce. 2.Loic all doors ., (,. 4sLocts rae do ruc1 o aea.Tl cards,etc 6Cancsl all dliverie5sod' uacee paperS ,inislc. ot ofic~e It eazavemas Au -. NOW SET THE5LIGHT SAND RADIO TIMER TO COME ON AT DIFFERENT TIMES" The Gazette is here to serve you By JO3 Brandon W Mfudd Within thelastfewweeks, severaldrastic changes have occured in the pages of the Gazette. Most of these changes have been met with very positive responses from base residents, from junior enlisted to senior officer. The staff of the Gazette has worked hard to ensure the content of the newspaper is timely and contains news that affects base residents. Recently, there have been comments made concerning the number of JTF stories in the paper, in that there are too many stories about JTF and not enough about base residents. In the last issue of the Gazette, the front page story was concerning the consolidation of the migrant camps. The consolidation can take place due to the decreasing number of Haitian migrants. The number of migrants decreasing has major impact for base residents. It affects the quality of life, morale andthe posible return of the families to Gitmo. Hence, it is not a story that is solely for the JTF. The Gazette has been running stories concerning the Cuban migrants because the migrants are human beings, not unwanted guests. Relations between the migrants and base residents and JTF are better for it. The migrants are trying to maintain an environment of normalcy in a situation that is anything but normal. They should be recognized for it. The Gazette is a newspaper for the residents of Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay. The members of JTFand the migrant community are currently base residents and outnumber permanent residents fifteen to one. Therefore, it would be unfair to exclude them from coverage in the base newspaper when so much of what they do affects those us. Everyone has an opinion of what should and A Public Service of AARP Criminal Justice Services LOCK UP-"TA-K BUD FOR WATCHING THlE H0USE AND PICKING UP MAIL AND I'M OFF FOR A FEW DAYS 19 1990 by is.aali 1aas.stln ef 5.5,.P~neen shouldn't be in the newspaper. If you would like to voice that opinion, feel free to contact the Public Affairs Office. The phone number is 4502/4819 and our fax number is 4520. If you would like to send us a submission, you can send via fax or guard mail. Our guard mail stop number is 1. Please include your name, rank, command and a daytime phone number. Remember, the Gazette is here to serve you and we want your constructive input. Gazette Naval Base Guantanamo Bay, Cuba Naval Base Commander Capt. James F. Boland, Jr. Administration Officer Lt. Doug D. Drake Public Affairs JOC(SW) Doug G. Coulter Lil Mary Dugan Editor J03 Brandon W. Mudd Editorial Staff J03 John Bolger JOSN Melissa Farley SN Jacqui KJuth Sea Signal Staff, JTF 160 Cpl. Jim Davis, USMC Volunteer Staff Lt. Don Biadog JOC(AW) Jon Gagne JOC Colleen Pegram YN3 Lance Flake This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the military services stationed overseas. Its contents do not necessarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Navy and do not imply endorsement thereof.

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Thursday, November 10, 1994, The Gazette, Page 3 Army dunksNavy, takes All-Services title When it came down to crunch time, Army took full control in the All Services Basketball Tournament last weekend at the base gym. They stared elimination directly in the face forfourstraightgames, butneversuccumbed to the pressure. They were a team on a mission. After ambushing the Marines in their opener, 80-43, Army was caught off-guard by a surprisingly strong Navy team that had disposed of the Air Force, 69-59, in the opening contest. Navy benefited from a 23point performance by Mark Bragg and a 9point lead at the half to take home the win. The loss dropped the GIs to the loser's bracket where it suddenly became do-or-die. But Army was up the challenge. Meanwhile, the win gave Navy an automatic berth in the championship game, but they would have to wait a while before they could take the court again. Their opponents still had to be determined. Air Force and the Marines had to determine which team would take on the Army next, and which team would become spectators -the first victims of the tournament. A 45-point explosion in the first half gave Air Force the upper hand and they cruised to an easy 90-74 win. Williamson was the top scorer for the winners with 21 points, while Mayo added 15, Thompson 12 and Love 10. Anthony Burke took game-high honors for the Marines with 24. Army then took the court against the winners and used thefree-throw lineto mount a 10-point lead in the first half going 10-14 from the charity line. By the time the final buzzer sounded, Army had rolled up an 8264 win. Claude Hammond's 14 points paced the winners, while Ronald French chipped in with 13. Thompson netted 17 to lead the Falcons, with Harvey adding 11. The win sent Army into the showdown with Navy for the championship. Armywould have to win twice to take home the title, Navy needed only a single victory to hoist the crown. Neither team would bow to the other, however. From the opening seconds, it became evident this was going to be a fight. Navy came out swinging behind the shooting of Bragg and Maurice Flournoy. Bragg's 11 first half points and Flournoy's 8 gave Navy a 32-24 lead at the break, and Coach Dave Horton's team was just 20-minutes away from taking home the bacon. But the Army refused to throw in the towel. This fight wasn't over. A second-half explosion led by guards Hammond, Shelton Gore and Robert Preston erased the Army's deficit in a hurry. By game's end, Army had the advantage, 7362. Bragg was the game's leading scorer, with 22 points. Army's Michael Winding was next with 15, while Hammond added 12 and Gore 10. The win forced a one-game showdown for the title, and it was certain to be a battle. Navy took control early, benefiting from the hot hands of Bragg (12 first half points) and Shannon Brown (6). But the "Blue and Gold's" aggressive play got them in foul trouble and Army capitalized, going 13-16 from the charity line. At the intermission, Navy held a 40-32 lead, but everyone in the commemorate USS Chief tine Barracks, participates in the commemoration of the commis). The local senior enlisted personnel gathered at the new Goat rdayfora steak dinner. The club held its grand opening the previous Ewing and president Jon Gagne'cutthe traditional ribbon to officially rsonnel on base. Photo by JOC(SW) Doug Coulter THE WHITE HAT DAYS BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR STAR7STOMORROWTHIROUGHSUNDAYWTHSAVINGS THROUGHOUT THlE STORE. ENTER THE EUREKA SWEEPSTAKES TO WINA GRAND PRIZE OF A $1500 NEX SHOPPING SPREE OR TEN 2ND PRIZES OF$500SHOPPINGSPREES T7IROUGH TUESDAY. FOR GREATPIZZA, HAMBURGERS;FRIES&HOTDOGS, TRY TIE GOLD TILLS TOWER. OPEN MON-TIHURS 5:3011:30 P.M., FRI & SAT 5:30 P.M.-MIDNIGHTAND SUNDAY 5:30-11:30 P.M. TlIERE WILL BE A NEX ADVISORYBOARD MEETING TUESDA VAT 2:30 P.M. IN HE COMNAVBASE CONFERENCE ROOM. IIOLIDAY GIFIS SALE BEGINS TUESDAYAND CONTINUES THROUGIIDEC. 1. gym knew the battle wasn't over. Tempers would flare during the final five minutes, and the referees would haveto send four players to the showers. Navy's John Rose and Army's Eric McKinney were dismissed at the 14:42 mark, and two minutes later, Army's Brown and Navy's Flournoy both got the boot. When things finally settled down, Army had pulled out a 76-72 win and taken the championship. Leading scorers inthegameforthechampions were Hammond (18), Hardins (16), French (14) and Preston (11). Navywas led by Bragg (22) and Rodney Evans (10). The championship team included James Brown, David Hardins, Ronald French, Derrick Mosley, Robert Preston, Shelton Gore, Claude Hammonds, Karl Bastian, Michael Winding, Eric McKinney, Steven Banach and Rufus Thorton. The team was coached by Tony Moore and Arthur Davis. The Navy team consisted of Rodney Evans, Erin Barnes, Marice Flournoy, John Matin, Ullysses McClough, John Rose, Mark Bragg, Tony Siler, Shannon Brown, Sam Miller, Dwayne Overstreet and Donald Gillis. Dave Horton and Troy Trotter handled the coaching chores. In the women's title game, Army built a 19-11 lead in the first half and then had to hold off a lateNavy rally. The 40-35 win gave the Army two tournament championships, and the Navy two bridesmaid berths. Top scorers for the Army women were Tina Staton (16 points, 8-12 in free throws) and Vickie Dykes added 8. Navy's scoring leader was Lynn Norwood with 12, while Jennifer Armenta added 11. The Army team consisted of Staton, Dykes, Nichole Butler, Lisa Code, Gloria Haynes, Tina Kellymore, Naval hospital WlVomen's Jiealth Clinic Clinic hours are Tuesdays 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Routine primary care services call 72110 for an appointment Point of contact for questions Cdr. Herrera at extension 72110 Attention: The following vehicles have been abondoned aboard the Naval Station. Any vehicles unclaimed after Feb. 28, 1995 will be disposed of at the board of lost, abandoned and unclaimed personnel property. If you have any information concerning these vehicles, call Security at 4423/4105. 1963 Green Dodge Dart Black Plymouth Barracuda (Year unknown) 1968 Blue Dodge Dart 1976 Yellow Mercury Monarch 1973 Gray Ford Maverick Gray Plymouth (year & model unknown) Gray Oldsmobile Toronado (year unknown) 1970 Blue Plymouth Fury 1973 Brown Mercury Cougar 1980 Gray Ford (model unknown) Trina Avery, Germaine Sanders and Roxie Fields. Representing the Navy were Norwood, Armenta, Colleen Pegram, Vickie Waters, Gayla Branch, Selina Maddox, Jackie Johnson, Asheli Miles, Delicia Sharpe, Melissa Mendenhall and Lynn Glover. The team was coaches by Troy Trotter and James Williams. RI-. The Army women's basketball team defeated the Navy team 40-35 during the All Services Basketball Tournament last Friday. Top scorers for the Army women were Tina Staton with 16 points and Vickie Dykes with 8. Photo by J03 John Bolger CPO Test Chief's test deadline for all requirements completed and turned in to the PSD (ESO) is close of business Dec. 1. January E-7 Military Leadership Exam given weekly at ESO Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. Final leadership exam for the January exam will be given Dec. 1. Call ESO at 4338/4554. J/brs/,4t7 rvkies Weekly worship opportunities aboard Naval Station: Saturday, Chaplain-led: 5:30 p.m. Catholic Mass, Main Chapel (Confession avail. 30 min. before Mass) Saturday, Lay-led: 11 a.m. Seventh Day Adventist, McCalla Chapel Sunday, Chaplain-led: 7:30 a.m. Early Praise Service, Main Chapel 9 a.m. Catholic Mass, Main Chapel (Confession avail. 30 min. before Mass) 11 a.m. Protestant Worship, Main Chapel 6 p.m. Protestant Gospel Hour, Main Chapel Sunday, Lay-led: 8 a.m. Jamaican Apostolic Assembly, Bay Hill Chapel 9:40 a.m. Church of Christ, McCalla Chapel 11:30 a.m. United Jamaican Fellowship, "Cable/Radio" Bldg. 1036 Monday, Chaplain-led: 8:10 a.m. Catholic Service, VAW Training Room Tuesday, Chaplain-led: 8:10 a.m. Protestant Service, VAW Training Room Chaplain's Office-2323/2628 Office hours 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Religious education opportunities are available. Call for information. i

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Thursday, November 10, 1994, The Gazette, Page 5 Page 4, Thursday, November 10, 1994, The Gazette Mail -one of the essential needs in the life of military personnel. "Food, shelter, clothing and mail are the most important needs in someone's life," said Master Chief Petty Officer Michael Minor, postal officer. "People would eat coconuts as long as they get their mail." According to Petty Officer 1st Class Keith Kinder, Post Office leading petty officer, "Mail is the most important link between servicemembers here and their families back in the states, besides the telephone, and that's expensive." During the holidays, the amount of mail coming in and going out of the post office doubles. "In October, we handled one-hundred and seventy two thousand pounds of incoming mail and forty thousand pounds of outgoing mail for base and Joint Task Force personnel," said Kinder. "We expect these numbers to double in December." The postal service has set deadlines to ensure packages, cards and letters are delivered to families in time for Christmas. For letters and cards the deadline is Dec. 10; for priority mail, Dec. 8, for parcel airlift mail (PAM), Dec. 6; and for space-available mail (SAM), Dec 2. "If items are mailed by these dates, customers can be reasonably sure their loved ones will have these items under the tree on Christmas morning," said Minor. To ensure holiday mail gets to an individual on time, the post office is manned 24 hours a day and the staff is using every available flight to transfer both incoming and outgoing mail. Another way to ensure holiday packages are delivered to loved ones on time is by properly packing them. The post office personnel have given helpful hints for packaging items. First by securely packing items to withstand pressures of moving the packages onto pallets. It is also important to put "to" and "from" addresses inside packages .-; as well as the outside just in case the outer wrapping is destroyed during transfer. Lastly, insure items of any value. The staff of the post office is made up of fifteen permanently stationed personnel and seven augmentees. "Our augmentees are from various bases from Texas to Connecticut," said Kinder. The staff handles mail for everyone on the base, including JTF personnel. However, the Marine Barracks, Leeward and JTF personnel are additionally supported by their own personnel. Not only does mail bring together 4 servicemembers and families back in Petty Officer First Class Tim Jeffers sends his holiday packages early so his the states, the joint effort of delivering and receiving mail once again brings beloved ones receive them before Christmas. Photo by JOSN Melissa Farley together all the services. from the Fleet Post Offi Florenzano transfers to Fleet Reserve Wednesday Guantanamo Bay -Chief Petty Officer Andrew Florenzano of Security here, will be retiring next Wednesday in a ceremony held at the Base Police Station. Florenzano's military career beganin February 1959 when he joined the United States Marine Corps. He attended basic training in Paris Island, S. C. Upon graduation in May he was assigned to Advanced Infantry Training, Camp Geiger, N. C. Florenzano served with the 1st Battalion 6 Marines 2nd Marine Division in Camp Lejeune, N. C. from June 1959 to Dec. 1961. He transferred to Marine Barracks, Navy Ammunition Depot in McAlester, Okla. where he served from Dec. 1961 to Feb. 1963. His duties at the Ammunition Depot included Guard Detachment Corporal of the Guard. Florenzano transferred to the Marine Reserves in Feb. 1965. In Dec. 1973, eight years later Florenzano joined the Army National Guard serving as a military policeman until April 1974. Not being satisfied in the National Guard, Florenzano joined the United States Army in August of that year. Hewent to Basic Training in Fort Polk, La., graduating in November. For three years Florenzano served with the 181st Signal Co. in Heidelberg, Germany as a 36H, dial central office repairman and a 36C, telephone installer and lineman. He was discharged in.November, 1977 at Fort Jackson, S. C. Three months later, Florenzano joined the Army Reserves, becoming a Drill Sergeant in the 95th Training Division, McAlester, Okla. In October, 1981, Florenzano joined the United States Navy as a construction electrician 2nd class and attended indoctrination at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. His first Navy assignment was at Diego Garcia. Florenzano transferred to Naval Air Station, Naples, Italy where he was assigned to the then Shore Patrol (now Master at Arms) for a four-year tour. Florenzano attended Master-at-Arms school at Fort McClellan, Ala. In April, 1987, Florenzano was stationed at Security Department, U.S. Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where he served as the chief of police until December 1992. From Jan. 1993 to Dec. 1993, Florenzano was the assistant security officerfor Pensacola, Fla. Naval Hospital Security. Florenzano reported, for the second time, to Gitmo in Jan. 1994 as chief investigator. Florenzano and his wife Paula have three children: Paul, 31; Robert, 28 and Andrea, 25andonegrandchild, Hayley, 7. Computers ease isolation of mechanics' problems Unless you are a mechanic or mechanically inclined and your vehicle breaks, life can become a real headache. The Navy Exchange Auto Service Center Staff is the only place on base where personnel can get their automobiles thoroughly serviced. Dave Slovak manages the car rental department, gas station, appliance services and parts department. Slovak, who has worked in the Auto Center for three years, works with seven full time skilled mechanics. Some of them have been there for 20 years or more and remember when the auto store was located in the current Toyland. But times have changed since they first arrived and with changes, improvements can make their job easier. "We are equipped with a diagnostic system, an R-12 air conditioning unit, and alignment system for wheel alignment and a wheel balancer. We also have a pipe bender to do exhaust work," said Slovak. The diagnostic system is obviously the pride and joy of the center because of the time it saves on mechanical work. "The system checks the codes and the computers within the car and it gives an idea of what's wrong and where to look for major problems, said James Morro, inline mechanic for the Auto Center. "For instance, if I' m checking the spark plugs, the gauge shows the high and low points. I can figure out which one has the weak spark. It makes the job easier." Morro, who also does warranty work for Chevy, Ford and Chrysler/ Dodge automobiles, also rebuilds transmissions and overhauls engines. Being the only overseas Auto Center to have the ability to service privately owned vehicles under warranty, Guantanamo Bay's staff of professional mechanics work to meet the needs of the community. NEX Auto Shop works for you (Above Left) Dave Slovak prepares to align a vehicle. (Left) James Morro uses the diagnostic computer to thoroughly check a vehicles system. This helps the mechanics locate trouble spots quicker. (Below) Norman Johnson begins working on a van by removing the front grill. Photos by J03 John Bolger 9L

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Page 6, Thursday, November 10, 1994, The Gazette Class 1988 Dodge Daytona runs good. $2000 DWH 6250, AWH 3106 Ask for Mark. 1985 Dodge 600. Available iDecember. $1000 OBO. DWH 3649 AWH 3689. 1992 Sunbird, 196., 4.3L OMC Cobra 170 hp, Depth Fmder, AM/ FM cassette. $9,500, might sell truck with boat. AWH 2746. 1980 Mazda 626, 4 dr. Excellent nmning condition. New paint and new timing chain and gears recently installed. $1,000 OBO. DWH 2289, AWH 2125. 1990 white Chevy Cavalier. Less than 28k miles. Excellent condition, one owner, $6,000. Health Max home gym, $200. Alto Sax $400. DWH 6250 or AWH 7479. 1980 3x3 Chevy truck. Runs great, dependable, $500. Mike 2266. 1989 SubaruJusty, $2,500 firm. 51,300underblue book. Call 2497. 1984 Chevy Cavalier. Gitmo special, runs good. $350 OB. Call Gary DWH 5191, AWH 3175. 1975 Chevy Malibu, Gitmo special $300. DWH 4106 AWH 7610. 1980 Ford Fiesta, runs great, good condition. Avail. Nov 11, $700 OBO. Call P.O. Ring DWH 72810 AWH 81103. 1985 Chevy Celebrity. V-6 2.8L AM/FM Cass. w/eq. Runs great. $850 OBO. Call Gary DWH 5191 AWH3175. 1985 Dodge 600. Avail. n Dec. $1,000 OBO. DWH 3649 AWH 3689. 1983 Ford LTD, 4-dr, 6 pass., 6 cyl. Good tires, runs good. $1,800 OBO. 1984 BuickLeSabre, 2-dr., 6 pass., 8 cyl. AC/PW, ruisgreat, new belts, new fuel pump. $1,900 OBO. Both for $3,500. Byers DWH 72210 AWH 3176. 1977 Ford F-100 Pickup with camper top. Runs great and very dependable!! Excellentfor towing, lockingup.Dive gear or fishing gear. $1500 OBO. Call Tony DWH 3714or AWH 4725. I989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Sierra. V-6, AC. $5,000 firm. AWH2098. 1984 Nissan 300ZX/Turbo, burgundy, loaded, low miles. $6000 OBO. FMIDWH 2300 or AWH 5872. 1981 Datsun S-10. Has new clutch and battery. $800 OBO. Available November 11 at ferry landing. Must sell. Call Jacqi at 7786 AT. 1983 Mazda GLC. Extremely reliable, new tires. Recent tune-up and oil change, $800. Call J.D. AWH 2094. 1986 Chevy Celebrity PS/AC 99,000 miles. Runs well $12000BO. Call DWH 4575 or AWH 2038. 1975 ChevyMalibuGitmospecial$300.DWH4106orAWH7610. 1976BuickSkylark, 4-drAff.P/S.AM/FMgoodgasmileage. Very dependable. Engine mechanically sound. Body good. $450. Call Maj. Garwell at 5108 or Tac: 563. 1985 Chevy Celebnty V-6, 2.8 L, AM/FM, cassette w/ eq. Runs great. $850OBO. Call Gary DWH 5191, AWN3175. 1980Ford Fiesta, runs great. Good Condition. Available Nov. I 11h. $700 OBO. Call Petty Officer Ring DWH 72810, AWH 81103. 1980 3X3 Chevy Pickup. Runs great. Very dependable. $500. Call Mike 2266. 1991 Maxum 21 ft. sport cuddy cabin. 175 hp mer cruiser. 11O excellent condition! Lots of extras include: VHF and cassette radios, skis, tube, vests, coast guard package, trailer, props and more. Call DWH 72097 or AWN 7563. 12 speed Hybrid $50. DWH 4820 or AWH 2632. Full set of dive gear. $450. Call Mark DWH 6250. Wanted: other compulsive overestersl Lets meet to help each other with our addictions to food. FMI AWH 4350. Exercise bike ergometer dual action $50 OBO. King-size waterbed withhead board. $50OBO. Whirlpoolheavydutydyer. $1000OBO. Norge Heavy duty washer $100 OBO. Redwood picnic set, 8 pcs. $50 OBO. 1980 6X6 Truck runs good. $500. Call Mike Collins DWH 4106 or AWH 2266. Large DcorBC. Wish to trade even up forsame or medium quality. Call AT DWH 4106/4721 or AWH7610. 6 Pcs oak bedroom set, good condition $200. Call DWH 4510 or AWH 2171. Wanted: used washer and dryer. Call AWH 4754. Nightowl's BBS: Computer Bulletin Board Service. Free subscription. Over 4 gigs of shareware files, classified ads, on-line games, message base and local BBS new. On-line 24 hr, 7 days week. Call 3245. Woman's mountain bike. New condition. $250 Firm. Call Bryan DWH 4553 or AWH 3998. Looking for certified Aerobic instructorsto teachAerobic for MWR FMI Bob at 2560. 10 cubic ft. chest freezer. $300. Call DWH 6440 or AWH 2725. 4 wood bookshelves, large entertainment center wooden latchen pantry. Call DWH 6440 or AWH 2725. Trade one medium pet career, (27"L X20"W XI9"H) For next smaller size carrier (intermediate size) Call DWH 72210 or AWH 3176. We are looking for some "crafty" people! The Gitmo Chrstmas bazaar is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, December 3rd from 9 am to 1 p.m., location TBA Call Ellen Soucy at 7611 for more information. Apple HC computer, $200. Apple printer $300. AT 2268. GermanFisherGrandPrix27"womansbicycle. 3speedw/generator for front and rear lights, $75. AWH7585. Woman's mountain bike, brand new, $250. Call Bryan DWH 4553 AWH 3998. 5 CongratulationsI U.S. Marines 219 Semper Fidelis ComNavBase N2 Staff ***" *" *" *" *" *"*"*"** *" Effective immediately, Defense: Printing Service customer * service hours are 7-11 a.m. Mon.-* Fri. for drop off and pick up. ********************** Bench Press! lien Contest November 26t 8tCable Beach MENS:I51UMDER 1 1 21 UNUMRsO TROP.HIES FR T 1CE Ir CLASS! Register at he B e or at Cable Beach the 0 y th pmpetition. 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Sea Signal Vol. 1, No. 24 Joint Task Force 160, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba November 10,1994 Married soldiers deploy together in today's army By CarlA. Mahnken Joint Task Force -160 Public Affairs Today's military is ever changing, upgrading and more and more thinking about military families and how to help them. Though we may never see the day when entire families are deployed with a unit like in the crazed TV and movie hit Star Trek, the 716th Military Police Battalion already has a small taste of this. There are three married couples in the716thMP Bn that were deployed here from Fort Riley, Kan., home of the Ist Infantry Battalion. "This is today's Army, it's always changing .it's the new Army," said Spec. Patricia Harback, 1st MP Company, 716th MP Bn, and wife of Spec. James Harback. This isn't the first time the unit has deployed with married couples within the battalion, according to Lt.Col. Randy Garver, 716th MP Bn commander. "When we deployed to Desert Shield/Desert Storm, we had families that were married and deployed together and there were no problems," he said. "I attribute this to good leadership and that our soldiers are greatyoung Americans, doing their duty. I don't think it has an adverse affect and is not negative. If there are problems it's more out of jealousy." While there are always problems and challenges to be dealt with when preparing to deploy, there were some unique challenges which existed for these married soldiers as they prepared. For James and Patricia Harback, they had to move up their wedding date because of the deployment here. "We had planned to get married July 5, and that was the day we were to deploy," James said. "We got married July 1, in the 1st MP Company day room in our BDUs." "I had to leave five minutes after the ceremony to get my jungle issue uniforms," Patricia said. For Spec's Joe and Lisa Waterhouse thebig challenge was moving out and packing up all the household goods, then moving them into storage over a weekend so they could deploy that Monday. Unlike the Harback and Waterhouse families, the Cherry family didn't deploy at the same time. Spec. Karl Cherry deployed at the same time as the Harbacks, however itwas nearlytwo months before his wife, Spec. Lenease Cherry, was sent to Guantanamo, too. The big challenge for the Cherry family was deciding where their daughter, Karlissa, who willbe 18 months old in November, should stay. "She's with her godmother, whose husband is also deployed here," said Lenease. "She's walking now. She took her first four steps a day before I left. She's even started talking without me." Married and deployed together (left to right): Specialists James and Patricialarback, Specialists Karl and Lenease Cherry, and Specialists Lisa and Joe Waterhouse. Photo by Carl A. Mahnken. "I'll try to be there for her graduation," Karl said jokingly. Although the young couples are here together, there still aren't many chances for them to spend time together. "Their personal time is cut down to a bare minimum and there is noprivacy like that enjoyedback home, and that can add stress to the situation," said Sgt.Maj. Vittorino Dimattia, Command Sgt.Maj.,716thMP Bn. For each couple, time together is important and cherished. They live in separate tents, and one couple is even split between camps. Working the midnight to noon shift, the Harbacks get about five to ten minutes daily to see each other during the shift changes and on days off. The Waterhouse couple fares a little better with about three to four hours a day and feel fortunate to have that time. "I stop myself when I want to complain about not being able to see my husband because I remember all the other soldiers here who don't even get to talk to their spouses back home but once a week," said Lisa Waterhouse. For the Cherry family distance plays abig role in the time they spend together. "I'm in Phillips Park and she's in Camp Quick," said Karl Cherry. "We get to see each other on my days off and when schedules allowwhich is about everythird weekend." When the families' tour is done here and they head home, there will again be some challenges they will be faced with that many of the other soldiers will not have to deal with. "One thing that other soldiers will have is a home to go back to," said Patricia Harback. "We will have to reestablish our home because we had to put everything in storage." "We'll have to find a place, getutilities turned on and household goods delivered," said James Harback. "We'll have friends to stay with when we get back until we can find a place to stay," said Lisa Waterhouse. For the Cherry's, Karl may well have to do it on his own as he will head home before his wife. "Everybody comes from different walks of life and everyone who does adeployment makes sacrifices, whether you are married or not," said Dimattia. Chaplain service celebration involves migrants, military in prayer The migrant children's choir sings during a special first-of-its-kind evening celebration that took place at the Bayview Officers Club for all Armed Forces Chaplain services on the November 2. It started with 'The National Anthem' and invocation and ended with a cake cutting ceremony. Throughout the celebration prayer and praise was offered in song and recognition of each of the chaplain services history. Special music was provided by both Cuban and Haitian migrant children's choir and a chaplian duet. Commander, Joint Task Force -160 and guest speaker, BGen. Raymond P. Ayres, Jr., said that "Chaplains are wonderful, dedicated people who have taken care of our troops, our families, and us personally." "All branches of the service, medical personnel and chaplain personnel, serve hand-in-hand where ever they have been," said Chaplain Larry Greenslit. Photo by Carl A. Hahnken.

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Page8, Thursday, November 10, 1994,The Gazette Father, son serve together during JTF operations By MSgt. LP; Cabal, Jr. MarFor, Joint Task Force -160 When 20-year-old Christopher A. Abbott of Lewistown, Mont., enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve this past June, he had no idea that he would be serving alongside his father on foreign soil just five months later. "I joined the reserves for the extra money that I would need for my education," said the third year psychology major at Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C. "When I reported to the Reserve Center in Johnson City, Tenn., I was asked if I would be interested in volunteering for a humanitarian deployment to Cuba. I was told that we would be helping to provide external security for the Cuban and Haitian migrant camps at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base. I thought the experience would be great and said, 'yes.' "In September, when I got accepted for the assignment, I called my dad, a chief warrant officer with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines at Camp Lejeune, N.C., to brag about it because I knew he was scheduled to deploy to Okinawa, Japan, next June." CWO-3 Richard A. Abbott, a veteran of nearly 26 years service in the Corps and a strong believer in education, advised his son to stay in school. He then informed the hard-charging Private First Class that 1st Bn, 2nd Marines was also on the list of Marine units selected to take part in Operation Sea Signal and that he, too, was headed for Cuba. Only the elder Abbott didn't realize the execution order for his infantry battalion would be given just two hours after that telephone conversation on September 11. "I got real excited when I found out that I would actually get a chance to serve with my father in Cuba," exclaimed theyoungrifleman, "especially since he is on active duty and I am a reservist." CWO-3 Abbott was at Camp Tarawa to welcome his son to the "Pearl of the Antilles" when Company F, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marines reported for duty with Joint Task Force -160 on October 22. "Despite my desire for Christopher to remain at the university and continue his education, I was proud to see my son, here," said the gunner. "I guess I, too, never thought that we would get to serve together." Following a quick personal ground orientation and situation briefing during that initial encounter, the Abbotts have not had much of an opportunity to socialize due to conflicting work schedules. "I may be here into next year," Pfc.ChristopherA.Abbottand CWO3Richard A.Abbott,fatherand son, found a few minutes to visit with one another during their busy schedules of helping with migrant operations here. Photo by MSgt. L.P. Cabal, Jr. claimed the elder Abbott, "But Chris is just here for a 30-day pump. For now, we just plan to hook up for dinner one evening before he ships out later this month. We did connect to get a birthday present for his sister, Allynne, though," he chuckled. "This deployment has been every bit as interesting and exciting as I imagined," said Pfc. Abbott. "It has really shocked me to see how much people are willing to go through to get a chance to live in the United States," he commented, referring to the Cuban migrant'sdangerous and sometimes fatal attempts to sail the 90 miles of Caribbean Sea between Cuba and Florida on homemade rafts and boats. "Most of them seem like really good people and I wish them a lot of luck getting there," he continued. "I am personally, however, looking forward to getting back to the dormitory at school, myself, where I won't have to live inthe dirt andl can get a hot shower every night." Coast Guard cutters play important role in saving migrants By Spec.Dee Constant Joint Task Force -160 Public Affairs When we hear of someone walking the plank an image of Captain Hook forcing Peter Pan into shark-infested waters may come to mind. However, when the captain of the United States Coast Guard Cutter Chandeleur has someone walk the plank, it is from shark-infested waters and danger to safety. The Chandeleur is one of the many Coast Guard cutters that plucked migrants from the oceans this summer. The crew has saved thousands of Haitian and Cuban rafters. "We patrolled the waters and whenever we saw the migrants we would pull them from their crafts," said Lt. Glenn F. Grahl, commanding officer of the Chandeleur. "I hesitate to call them craftsabecause in many cases the migrants were in little more than floating debris. We've pulled them from tire tubes, 50-gallon oil drums Soldier gets splashed during promotion Sergeant First Class Joseph Pierre-Louis, a Haitian interpreter for camp seven, was recently drenchedwithacoolerfull of ice water during his promotion ceremony. Nearly all of the migrants ofcamp seven and a group of Haitian interpreters turned out in a camp formationtoparticipate in theoccasion. Pierre-Louis, from the 21st Combat Support Hospital, Fort Hood, Tx., has been involved in Operation Sea Signal since Junewhen he wasontheUSNSComfort in Kingston, Jamaica. Photo by Cpl. Jim Davis. and even upside down truck cap covers. "We've seen more than our sharp ofdehydrated people. Because many of the crafts would capsize soon after leaving shore some of these people spent many days without any food or water," Grahl explained. "As soon as we pulled them aboard we would assess their medical condition and begin rehydrating them. We had to airlift some of the migrants whose medical situations required more attention than we could provide," Grahl added. The crew rescued hundreds of migrants daily throughout the summer. "It almost became routine. Someone would spot a vessel or sometimes just a person in the water, we'd bring the migrants aboard, give them medical care, water and food. Within 24 hours we would pull alongside a U.S. Navy ship and then the migrants would walk the plank from the cutter to the Navy ship," explained Lt. j.g. Roberto Muniz, executive officer of the Chandeleur. The Chandeleur is the second smallest class of cutter in the Coast Guard. It is a 110-foot patrol boat, based in Miami Beach with U.S. Coast Guard Group Miami. The crew's usual primary mission is maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, boating safety and random boardings, according to Grahl. Now the cutters primary mission is harbor defense in Port-au-Prince and Cap Haitien. They leave ahead of the larger cutters that are repatriating Haitians. "We go ahead of the bigger ships to clear the channels. The harbors are full of small rowboats, canoes, sailboats and other vessels. We need to secure an area large enough for the cutters to safely enter the port," Muniz said. Aside from securing a safe entry for repatriating Haitians, the crew's other mission is to protect the cutters from barterers. "As soon as the Haitians see a Coast Guard cutter enter the harbor, they swarm around it trying to trade things like dried fish for U.S. dollars. It is our responsibility to keep these people from the ships," Muniz said. While this mission is quite different from the Chandeleur's normal duties the crew's attitude is not. "Our crew is tight. We have worked many 48-hour shifts yet no one complains. Everyone knows the routine, what's got to be done, and we do it. If someone is too busy, one of us will fill his position, take up the slack, that's what this is all about," said Petty Officer 1st Class David Pilitowski, quartermaster and ships navigator. Although the Chandeleur has logged many hours these last months there have been no injuries or safety problems, according to Grahl. "My crew has made our very difficult missions appear routine. They were obviously proud of the job they were doing. I'm proud of them, too," Grahl concluded. Name: Lt.Col. Henry O'Neal, commander, 6th Air Transportable Hospital Home station: 6th Medical Group, MacDill AFB, Fla. Education: Bachelor of Science in biology from Tuskegee University in Alabama and Doctorate of Medicine from the University ofFlorida Specialty: Internal medicine Home town: Sylacauga, Ala. Family: Wife, San; sons, Patrick and Conor; and daughters, Kyndal and Taylor Hobbies: "Jogging, walking, listening to music and catching a little quiet time whenI can get it." Philosophy of leadership: "Lead by example, keep an open mind and be flexible. There's more than one way to do the things we do; allow your subordinates to do their jobs." Goal for medical care at Gitmo: "Maintain an effective blend of care for the Haitian and Cuban migrants and, as much as possible, make it the same s"t.d:rd as ii the U.ted S.ats.'