December 1943

* * * * * * * * * * * * Soule' Salute 12-43

Presentation of Army-Navy "E" Award by Rear Admiral W. L. Friedell

"Mr. Soulé and Ladies and Gentlemen of the Soulé Steel Company. You are a very select group, and it is a rare pleasure to be here with you today. I say rare with proper consideration, for less than three percent of all industrial concerns handling Navy and Army contracts in this country share with you the distinction of Flying the Army-Navy 'E' Award.

"I think it is quite fitting that I should make this award to you today. You may not know it but the walls and floor of my office at Mare Island Navy Yard are all reinforced with Soulé steel. I've been in that office nearly two years now. Yes, you might say that for two years I've really been 'wrapped up' in Soulé Steel.

"As a matter of fact, in all of my duties carried on in my office at Mare Island, I get a lot of 'support' from Soulé Steel.

"So you see there is a very close bond between us. And since there is such a close bond between us, I'm going to let you in on a little secret. I don't like the Army-Navy 'E' Award speeches you usually hear, and I'm not going to give one!

"In the first place, they're usually too long. In the second place they usually try to build up the morale and patriotic attitude of the workers to whom they are made. I contend that any group of workers, such as you, who are good enough to win an Army-Navy 'E' Award and join the select circle of less than three percent in the nation, doesn't need to be pepped up. You already are. Those speeches ought to be given to the other 97 percent that can't win an 'E' Award. But, if you don't keep up your good record, and should lose your pennant, I'll try to come over here and give you a good hour-long pep talk . . . and you won't like it any better than I will.

"So, instead of talking in platitudes about morale and patriotism, I'd like to explain just why you won this award, and how you can keep it. The 'why's' of an 'E' Award are really demonstrated, concrete, patriotic efforts. You might say that workers who win an 'E' flag are really putting the reinforcing steel into the concrete structure of all-out patriotic war effort on the home front.

"You may think you know why you won this award, but I doubt if you know the whole story. Here are just some of the reasons:

"This company gave up its entire peacetime business, and it was a good one, to turn over its plant 100 percent to war work. Some 92 percent of the work here is ship-building and other war contracts take care of the remaining eight percent.

"Your first 40 LCM's were delivered two months ahead of contract date. The greatest credit for this speed goes to you. If you workers of Soulé Steel had not done (Continued on Page 4)

Photo: Accepting the "E" Award . . . Edw. L. Soule. Rear Admiral W. L. Friedell listens.

Acceptance of the "E" Burgee by Edw. L. Soule

"Mr. Chairman, Admiral Friedell, Colonel Huntington, other distinguished guests, fellow workers, ladies and gentlemen.

"In gratefully accepting this outstanding honor signified by this Burgee that has been bestowed upon our people today, we are fully conscious of its deep significance. This is a mechanical war—a worldwide battle of mechanized equipment. Never before in any war have the men on the production line borne such a responsibility to the men out on the firing line.

"Our part here at Soulé Steel has been the construction of landing barges . . . building bridges to victory between the mother ships and the beach heads. During those last few tense moments before the zero hour—just as the barge is grounded on the beach—the fighting men of America . . . your sons, brothers, neighbors . . . are entrusted to the care of Soulé War Workers. The quality of our work cannot be compromised—for war grants no second chance. Tank lighters are built to battle pounding surf—made to stand the jarring impact of landing—tough is the word for these barges. Nor can we lag in the speed of our production lest again there be too little or it be too late. To deliver 'too late' is almost certain to mean tragedy to some men who might otherwise have had a fighting chance.

"In appraising that part of the war production job entrusted to Soulé Steel, the Navy has set certain rigid standards which, like the gigantic tasks of our soldiers on far-flung fronts, are based on the 'Impossible but necessary'. In complying with these high standards and winning the coveted Army-Navy 'E' our entire organization has worked as one team with one common incentive, Victory, to spur us on. I welcome this opportunity to thank each and every one of you who have played a part, both

Presentation of "E" Pins By Lt. Col. Carlos W. Huntington

In presenting the "E" pins to workers of Soulé Steel Company at San Francisco, Lt. Col. Huntington of the Army Service Forces said: "I have known Mr. Soulé many years . . . and I know this is a case of co-workers, not employee-employers".

When Lt. Col. Huntington had presented the "E" pins he congratulated those who had won it, adding: ". . . in congratulating you here today, I can also offer the congratulations of the men representing you on the fighting fronts."

Photo: Eddie Eschenauer receives "E" pin from Lt. Col. Carlos W. Huntington.

Receiving Pins for Soulé Workers By Edward Eschenauer

In accepting the Army-Navy "E" Award, each one of us here at Soulé Steel that has participated in earning it realizes the challenge and responsibility that goes with it. We know that this honor not only signifies excellence in past achievement, but implies a promise of even better future performance which we all agree the Nation has a right to expect of us.

In meeting this patriotic challenge, we Men and Women of Soulé Steel, displaying our "E" pins as a symbol of excellence in past performance, pledge ourselves to maintain and excel if possible the high standards in production that have earned this Award for us. We have the "E" . . . let's get that star!

as individuals and as an organization working together.

"And I am sure that all of my fellow war workers will join me at this time in expressing our deep appreciation to our Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Captain Kell, and his associates, for their constant vigilance and unceasing cooperation in design, procurement of materials, and execution, which have played such a big part in our accomplishment. (Continued on Page 4)

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Soule' Salute

Reproduced by special permission from the Saturday Evening Post. Copyright 1943 by the Curtis Publishing Company.

MR. SOULE'S SPEECH (Continued from Page 3)

"This award, which Admiral Friedell has brought to us today, has not been lightly won nor will it be lightly received by the men and women of Soule Steel. Symbolizing 'Excellence' for our past performance, it stands as a challenge to each and every one of us to maintain and even exceed the high standards we have set. With the increasing intensity of war in the Pacific, the demands on our facilities are bound to become greater and greater. Every tool, every machine, every bit of material and every man hour must be made to count to the utmost.

"The next six months will see an even greater test of our skill, resourcefulness and stamina. At the end of that period our performance will again be reviewed by the Board of Production Awards. If it is found that continuance of the honor we have won is justified, we will be permitted to add a bright star to our Burgee, signifying continuing outstanding service.

"And finally, when that great day is here and our boys come home, and our efforts for Victory are turned to peaceful pursuits, we can all be happy in the thought that in building well the 'bridges to victory', we fulfilled our obligation as well as helped speed that day. The work we do, or fail to do, is felt on every battle front. Let us resolve—we can—we must—we will do more.

"Thank you, Admiral Friedell and Colonel Huntington, and thank you all for joining with us on this momentous occasion."

First on the "Hit" Parade

Praise the men who pass the ammunition! Praise the men who don't go a-fishin'! Don't praise the men who are a-missin' . . . They won't help us stay free.

The above parody was prompted by the song, "Praise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition." Ammunition in our case is the boats we turn out and the steel we sell. Men who don't go a-fishin' are here every day to answer roll call in the Army of Production. Men who don't let an excuse —real or imagined—keep them from passing that ammunition . . . men of Soule Steel Company plants who have not "gone a-fishin'" are to be commended in helping us "stay free".

Army-Navy "E" Certificates Given Out

All members of the Soule Steel plant who were eligible for "E" pins October 22, the day the award was granted, received a certificate engraved on parchment signifying participation in the achievement of winning the "E". The certificates were handed out with paychecks a week following "E" ceremonies.

*Photo: Before the "E" Ceremonies families of workers were permitted a tour of inspection around the San Francisco plant. Shipfitter George Scholz introduces daughter Joan Mary, 2 1/2, and Mrs. Scholz to Shipfitter Howard Morgan's family: Charlene, 7, Mrs. Morgan, Angelyn, 10, and Howard Morgan, 8.*

REAR ADMIRAL FRIEDELL'S SPEECH (Continued from Page 3)

a good job on these boats, they might well have been delivered behind schedule. You can take my word for it, as an old and experienced Naval officer, that lateness in delivery can cause disastrous ramifications at the war fronts which result in American young men losing their lives needlessly. Thus every job you finish ahead of schedule, is as surely a contribution to victory and the saving of American lives as if you too were at the front behind a gun.

"You completed the hulls of your last 30 LCM's prior to contract date, and delay was caused by bottlenecks in other parts of the production line outside your company's control. Here again you made your contribution to victory, but someone else failed to give you proper support. You can see, even on the home front we must all work as a team, a team that stands right behind the varsity on the battle fronts.

"The management of your company, Mr. Soule here, and all those assisting him, has done its part. Management has maintained a most aggressive training program, has expanded facilities to take care of important war work, whenever necessary, and at its own expense. Management has followed to the best of its ability all

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S. F. PLANT AWARDED "E" *(Continued from Page 1)*

Opening the program with appropriate remarks, Max Thelen, Director of Soulé Steel Company and Chairman of the Day, pointed out that "Edward L. Soulé . . . is one of the great builders of the West." He introduced Rear Admiral W. L. Friedell, who had command of the Naval Submarine Forces in European Waters in World War I, and who was selected by Under Secretary of the Navy, James Forrestal, to present the award.

In presenting the Army-Navy Burgee which now flies from the Soulé flagstaff, Admiral Friedell emphasized that less than three percent of the war plants in America have qualified for this distinction.

Bernhard Dinse, veteran worker of Soulé Steel Company, handed the Burgee to Paul Blickle and Charles Bruno who raised it on the flagstaff while the band played "Anchors Aweigh." Dinse, Bruno and Blickle were selected for the honor because their names were drawn from those of veteran employees.

Rising to the challenge of Chairman Thelen "Will Ed Soulé accept that flag or won't he?", the president and founder of Soulé Steel Company did so in a ringing address which carried clearly to the entire audience over the loud speaker. Mr. Soulé accepted the Burgee for the complete San Francisco organization.

Lt. Col. Carlos W. Huntington, Army Service Forces, then officially presented the "E" token pins to Viola Dexheimer, George Fisher, Abel Romero and Edward Eschenauer, selected by the employees to receive them. The pins were distributed to all employees after the ceremony.

Edward Eschenauer, in accepting the pins on behalf of Soulé war workers, ended his speech with, "We have the 'E' . . . let's get that star!"

As the entire gathering rose to sing "America" at the close of the ceremony, one was impressed by the spirit of the group. One purpose brought these people together . . . one purpose prompted this occasion . . . the unified effort for victory and peace.

It was there symbolically in the backdrop of flags of the United Nations. It was there physically in the group itself . . . civilians and military . . . workers and management . . . and in the heritages of many nations reflected in the faces turned toward the flag of these United States. Above all, welding purpose with performance, was the Army-Navy "E" Burgee. Long may it wave!

Congratulations by the Hundred!

Messages, messages and more messages poured in by the hundreds bringing congratulations, expressions of good will and acceptances for the Army-Navy "E" ceremony. Among all these messages there was just ONE telegram from the only one privileged to send a congratulatory message by wire—Undersecretary James Forrestal. Here it is:

SK 0 F2 WUPA12OF (TWC) 25/44 GOVT. ST. WASHINGTON DC NOV. 12 1942 932AM EDWARD L SOULE, SOULE STEEL CO. PSK THE EXCELLENT RECORD OF THE MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYEES OF THE SOULE STEEL COMPANY PLACES YOU IN THE FOREFRONT OF AMERICA'S MIGHTY INDUSTRIAL ARMY. CONGRATULATIONS ON WINNING THE ARMY-NAVY "E" AWARD. I AM PLEASED THAT ADMIRAL FRIEDELL WILL REPRESENT THE NAVY DEPARTMENT AT YOUR CEREMONY. JAMES FORRESTAL UNDER SECRETARY OF THE NAVY. 905AM.

*The ten acre San Francisco Soulé Plant was converted into a vast auditorium for Army-Navy "E" Award ceremonies. Here, the crowd listens to President Soulé's acceptance speech.*

Photo: Rear Admiral W. L. Friedell, U.S.N., makes presentation of the Army-Navy "E" Award.

Photo: Max Thelen, Director Soule Steel Company and Chairman of the Day, addresses crowd.

Our Pledge

In accepting the challenge implied in the "E" Award, we pledge ourselves:

*** To give the same devotion to taining war production as our playing at the front.

*** To produce all we fastest we can, in order to at the earliest possible

*** To hitch our Navy "STAR" that six months from pledge.

Photo: Edw. L. Soule and Bernhard Dinse, veteran employee, hold up the "E" Burgee.

To "Anchors Aweigh," Charles Bruno and Paul Blickle run up the brand new "E" flag.

he Army-Navy our duty in main- ghting men are dis- an, the best we can, the g our boys back home oment. agon to a "STAR" ... the Army- will be added to our "E" Burgee now to show that we have kept this Soule Steel War Workers

Photo: "AMERICA"

Photo: Accepting pins for employees is Edward Eschenauer. That's Captain Kell, Supervisor of Shipbuilding, 12th Naval District, in the background.

Photo: Lt. Col. Carlos W. Huntington, Army Service Forces, presents "E" token pin to employee Abel Romero.

THE CEREMONIES

Edw. L. Soule, President and Founder, accepts the award on behalf of the San Francisco Plant.

REFRESHMENTS ARE SERVED!

Photo: The crowd gathers for ice cream, cake and punch following "E" Award ceremonies.

Photo: Gathered 'round punch bowl and cake are Roberta Dominick, 6, Robert, 3, Elaine, 2. Right now Mrs. Dominick and Shipfitter Anthony Dominick are just background to the youngsters.

Photo: Boris Smirnoff, Mrs. Smirnoff and daughter Olga enjoy refreshments with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kullmer.

Photo: Discussing events of "E" day are Mr. and Mrs. Lee Soule.

★ ★ ★ "E" DAY ★ ★ ★

Max Thelen, Chairman of the Day at the "E" Award ceremonies, summed it up nicely when he said: "Today the letter 'E' is cock of the walk. E stands for Excellence, for employer, for employee . . . for Ed and for Eddie . . . also for Eschenauer." End.

Extra Programs Available

A few copies of the Army-Navy "E" Programs are available for those who wish extra ones. Inquire or write to the San Francisco Personnel Office.

War Bonds "Work" Better Than Cash

Considered from any angle, War Bonds are better than cash, better than money in the bank! Here's why, the Treasury War Finance Committee points out:

"Idle dollars not only are slackers in these critical war days, doing nothing to help finance and win the war, but also they are bringing no return to their owners. If lost, destroyed or stolen, they are gone for keeps, too.

"On the other hand, invested in War Bonds, these same dollars are helping Uncle Sam do a vital job. Besides, they grow in value at the rate of nearly 3 per cent a year and are guaranteed in full by the United States government. Also, unlike cash, they will be replaced if lost, destroyed or stolen.

"The voluntary payroll savings plan is the only way you can buy War Bonds on a partial payment basis. This convenient plan makes it possible for you to wisely use your spare dollars in:

(a) Helping to pay the cost of the war and achieve victory; (b) Warding off price inflation by reducing unnecessary spending; (c) Giving yourself the soundest and best protected interest-paying security you can acquire; (d) Helping you buy the things you want after the war; (e) Providing a cash reserve, if you should need it, when war-time production, employment and wages are readjusted to peacetime conditions."

GIVE and TAKE

Note: This column is for you. It is a place to air your "beefs" and voice your suggestions. The editors of the Salute welcome your contributions to "Give and Take".

To the San Francisco Editor of the Salute:

Why aren't the former employees of Soule Steel Company who are now in the services given recognition as in other companies . . . that is a service flag with stars designating the number of men in the service?

Possibly one flag in the foyer of the office and one by the guard gate house would remind those of us who are serving our country in another capacity that maybe the fellow who was working alongside us a short time ago would appreciate a little more help from us. Maybe through purchasing more War Bonds . . . maybe through working a little harder in order to end this war quicker we can have our former buddies (male or female) back with us again.

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About Our People

YSD CALLING By PETER F. CULCASI

Hello—OAKIES, ARKIES and native LIQUID SUNSHINERS—This is Y S D, a major part of the Soulé Steel Company, calling from Islais Creek Yard where men are men and women—DO NOT EXIST —TOO BAD. * * * CONDOLENCES . . . for CHARLEY LEY . . . who lost his freedom because he listened to someone telling him that "life begins at 46". Congrats to you from the gang—a money order is in the making for the happy couple. * * * CONGRATULATIONS . . . for ALFONSO ARANA . . . who won the Burner's Production Contest sponsored by the burners themselves. ARANA burned 911 1/2 feet in six days. We think that this is an all time high for burning . . . and certainly a challenge. * * * SUZIE . . . the CREEK Cat . . . has suddenly and mysteriously disappeared. Of course you know that the cat became a widow with LEY'S wedding . . . and probably took it too hard. Or could it have lost "face" over the locker room "mouse" incident? * * * WANT ADS IN REVERSE . . . FARM-HAND wanted. . . . No work to do. . . . Must be able to sit in rocking chair on cool south porch and come to meals unassisted. * * * IT'S GOOD TO SEE— Lewis Crane who now shaves regularly since he became "leaderman". Al (the wildcat) Firpo who went on the roof at the celebration because he heard that drinks were on the house. Hughes Elliot whose "MAW" made him wear shoes Friday. The "Royal Welder" who gave up the fiddle and got a haircut. * * * We at the Creek are currently displaying our "E" pins and we're mighty proud to be a part of what they represent. * * * ## LOS ANGELES Technical Sergeant John Haley dropped in at the shop for a visit with his old pals while on furlough. * * * Resident Inspector W. J. Pike was able to return to work a few days after suffering severe injuries in an automobile accident the evening of October 31. Mr. and Mrs. Pike were returning to their home in San Pedro after having driven their son to the station on his way to camp. At the intersection of Redondo Beach Boulevard and Main Street another car hit theirs and Mr. and Mrs. Pike were seriously injured. Mrs. Pike suffered a broken shoulder and the loss of several teeth but is recovering nicely. Mr. Pike was badly cut on the head. We are happy to report both are on the mend and out of danger.

Photo: "I KNEW HE WOULDN'T COME ... HE NEVER TAKES A DAY OFF!"

PORTLAND "VACATION TIME" Meat rationing points were at a stand-still recently when Earl Bardell returned from a hunting trip in Eastern Oregon with a 290 pound deer. We all enjoyed the venison, Earl. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Carl Knapp have returned home after spending a delightful weekend in Canada.

Lewis Vanderhoof tells us he spent his vacation fixing the pipes in his bathroom and fishing off the back porch. Lewis says it was a week poorly spent. There was no fish to be caught and the pipes still leak. * * * Ed Andrews tells us he failed to benefit by his week off also. He had to paint the kitchen twice. Moral: Next time do it right the first time, Ed. * * * Ernest Hoecker played the role of Butch Minds the Baby" during his week off. * * * We would all like to take this time to extend our deepest sympathy to Leonard Ferguson over the loss of "Asthma", his pet Crawler Crane. We know just how you feel, Fergie. * * * Our associate editor, John Viale, and his wife Florence spent their vacation in San Francisco packing dishes and household furnishings for shipment to Portland. It looks like San Francisco once again loses to Portland. * * * The Portland Plant seems to be haunted by the Navy. Our manager, Ed Hussey, is now a Lieutenant in the Navy. Engineers Jack Tuomy and Mel Bush went Navy, too. Jack is an Ensign aboard a destroyer and Mel was with the Sea Bees in Virginia last we heard. Gene Edmondson, one of our best welders, who was inducted November 9th, chose the Navy. So to them we say: "Bon Voyage" and a safe return.

Certificate received by qualified members of Soulé Steel Company's San Francisco Plant.

Soulé Steel Company San Francisco Plant

This certifies that

has contributed by loyal effort and efficiency while an employee, in winning

The Army-Navy Production Award

for Excellence in War Production

SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA NOVEMBER 19TH 1943

PRESIDENT

SAN FRANCISCO

We received a card from Paul Graham, whose ever ready smile and blond hair made many friends for him while he was with us in the Personnel Department. He is at the CB camp, Camp Peary at Williamsburg, Virginia. He emphasized the excellence of the food and ends his message "with love". Gee, we never thought our associations with him would lead to love!

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Corporal Louie Halpin, who was in the Engineering Department before he became one of Uncle Sam's boys, recently visited his plant friends here. The extra bit of weight he added looks swell . . . and he's still an engineer. Now it's the 1057th Engineers of Fort Scevern, Georgia, however. You just missed the "E" ceremonies, Louie. Too bad.

A Couple of Fish Stories

By JOE ROMERO

Johnny Scagliola has been making frequent trips to Port Costa in the past weeks. He finally landed a 12-pound bass.

Wishing to share his luck, he invited the family over for dinner. During the meal everyone started smacking his lips when the prize was placed on the table. Everyone watched everyone else to check reactions.

Suddenly John's sister, Rena, yelled, "Oil!" Sure and the fish was full of oil! John not only landed a 12-pound bass, but had struck oil as well.

There were a lot of stories about the fish Pat Orio and his gang didn't get when they went fishing at Santa Cruz.

They reorganized their forces and headed straight for Santa Cruz to renew their attack. Lo and behold! After the smoke of battle had cleared, there, at the end of a nice, shiny hook, was a 15-pound Lind cod!

Photo: SOMEBODY TALKED - Photo: AND ANOTHER GOLD STAR

KITCHEN-DOOR KANTEEN

By JANE HANSON (Conducted by the Bay Area Nutrition in Industry)

For months now, we Kanteeners have been stretching the meat and talking about it lengthily. Now that our other great red point item, Butter, has gone up to 16 points per pound, we have an even greater need for "extending". In the "extender" recipes that follow, remember that it is important that each one be followed ACCURATELY in order to give a good product.

It is also best to mix only a small amount so that it may be completely used without waste in case any change in texture of flavor takes place after long standing.

Remember that using "butter extender" reduces the Vitamin A content . . . so, Kanteeners, remember your extra carrot and that glass of milk.

KNOX SPREAD

Don't forget: 1. Leave butter out in room temperature for some time before preparing spread. 2. Milk to be used should also be set out in room temperature ahead of time.

RECIPE

1 tsp. Knox Gelatine 1/4 lb. butter (at room temperature) 1 tbsp. cold water 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup evaporated milk (room temperature)

1. Soften gelatine in cold water. 2. Dissolve thoroughly over hot water. 3. Be sure the butter is soft and milk warm for standing in the room. 4. Add dissolved gelatine and salt to room temperature milk. Gradually whip milk into butter with egg beater, or electric beater until milk does not separate. 5. Add coloring, if desired. 6. Pack in dish or container. Place in refrigerator until hard, and keep in refrigerator when not in use.

For one pound, spread with 1/2 pound. Double ingredients. For two pounds, spread with one pound, use 1 envelope Knox gelatine 1/4 cup cold water 1 pound butter 1 large can evaporated milk 1 tsp. salt

(Continued from Page 4) Bureau directives on material conservation. Management has shown its deep interest in the welfare of you—its employees. It has worked to improve feeding and transportation facilities, taken steps to protect the rights of the workers and establish some order in the Selective Service set-up in this plant, has inaugurated training programs for workers, and worked diligently to improve safety records and plant cleanliness. You see contributions toward an 'E' Award can't be one-sided. They have to come from management as well as the workers. The Board that makes the award takes all these things into consideration.

"Another important factor the Board considers in making one of these coveted 'E' Awards is how management and the workers get along. How do they help each other in the common effort? Soulé Steel measured up on this score, too. The investigators found your teamwork has been such that there has never been a rejection on your products. This means everyone is doing his job correctly. The investigators reporting to the Board of Awards also noted you have an effective labor-management committee operating on a high plane of unification in the war effort, and is not torn apart by petty bickering. Some of the results of the operation of this committee is found in your low absentee record. Nothing can keep a company away from an 'E' Award any more surely than a high absentee record of unaccounted absences. There have been no work stoppages at Soulé Steel. This is also an important consideration, as it indicates a high degree of cooperation between labor and management. You no doubt have differences, but you work them out together and don't let the boys at the front take the rap for these differences.

"Yes, all of the above points are part and parcel of the record of Soulé Steel Company. I could go on, but you know you're good! Why should I tell you?

"And if any of you don't know you're good, just take a peek at this flag flying over your Yard, starting today, and, I hope, for the duration. Take a look at this flag and remember it was given to you by the Secretary of the Navy—in this case I'm just acting as messenger boy—and it marks you as better than 97 percent of all the war plants in the country handling Army and Navy contracts.

"Then, when you know you are good, just figure on keeping that way. The same records that put this flag over your Yard will keep it there.

"And, so on behalf of the Secretary of the Navy, I present this 'E' flag to you, Mr. Soulé, and to all of the men and women here who have worked with you to bring it to Soulé Steel Company. To all of you I say, 'Well done'! Here is your Flag—Keep it flying!!"

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