July (A) 1944

SOULÉ # SALUTE

IRON AND STEEL PRODUCTS SS CO

INVASION! ### A CHALLENGE TO THE BEST IN ALL OF US

The zero hour has passed..."Invasion" is on! Our sons and brothers in the Armed Forces will meet the supreme test—of that we can be sure. But how about the rest of us . . . are we keeping pace?

Here at Soule Steel, we have a vital part to play. As the magic word "Invasion" grips our hearts, each and every one of us must make it the signal for all-out effort to see it through. This means unceasing effort in ever-increasing intensity until our goal is accomplished. If we do that, "Invasion" will mean what we all hope and pray it will— the beginning of the end. We have made the beginning . . . let's keep going and the end will take care of itself.

VOL. 2, NO. 3 Published Regularly by and for Soule Steel War Workers JULY, 1944

Soule' Salute

**SOULE SALUTE** Vol. 2 No. 3 Published Regularly by and for Soule Steel War Workers

Staff: Managing Editor . . . George Cobb Los Angeles Editor . . . Bill Irwin Portland Editor . . . . . Les Poole San Francisco Editor, Fred Kappelman

Associate Editors: Los Angeles Clarence Balfour Frank Bennett Art Dedrick Eddie Dugan Ted Jones Charlie LeFevre H. B. Porter Hartman Reno

Portland John Vaile

San Francisco Peter F. Culcasi Paul Hyner Peter Padilla Joe Romero Marion Sheehy

Torrance A. M. Dowell

Assembly Line ### OF NEWS ABOUT OUR PEOPLE

THE COVER At the Portland plant . . . Charlie Johnson industriously makes rudder shoes for skegs

THIRTEEN TOOTS Noticing the reference in last month's Salute to the "Forgotten Battalion", the night crew, we feel obligated to call attention to another gang who could be called the "Orphan Division", we mean "Office Thirteen" or the "Receiving End". (Yes, you've guessed it.) It's the San Francisco Receiving Office and its force.

Headed by Bob "Welding Report" Behlow, who holds the reins, assisted by Elaine "Farmer" Bradshaw, by Bill "Teamster" Foley from Eire, by June "Sunshine" Piotraschke in the stock room, by Daniel "Boone" Restivo at the stockroom window, and by Olindo "Jeep" Rossi, we function as a unit.

Should you drop in to our remodelled department you would hear "Requests for material—it is in—where's it gone—call for a truck—how many to a boat—can you tell me—quick, get the crane—there's the phone again—have you seen Gus—who took the station wagon—how much did we use last month—another carload of motors—will you write a letter for me—do your files show . . .". The Receiving Department answers them all, it's the hub of the plant and daily complies with requests and demands as they come. We may be but a small cog in the big wheel, but (sure, and we can blow our own horn) we feel we're operating as a team and contributing our share toward production at Soule Steel Company.

Charming Dorothy Olsen, pretty as ever with her snow kissed cheeks, has returned to work at the Los Angeles plant after spending two weeks on a much enjoyed vacation. She travelled to Denver, Colorado, to visit with her relatives and many friends. Highlight of her trip was the pure white snow flakes that dropped from the sky, lasting three days, it covered the city of Denver with a beautiful white blanket. (Gee, it makes me think of my red flannels!) But Dorothy is happy to get back to dear old Los Angeles, the Sunny Spot of California. (We hope the weather man reads this).

A card was received from Benjamin Dean Noah, formerly of the Los Angeles plant, giving us his new address at the U. S. Naval Training Station, San Diego. Until Noah received a "Greetings from the President" he was a production welder. We know he will make as good an impression in his new activities as he did here.

Four submarines were launched at the same time at the Portsmouth Navy Yard the other day. That's a production record to make Tojo hiss with fury, because our undersea craft have already sunk or damaged over 570 Jap ships. Yes, American workers and the American Navy are really teaming up to give Japan half of the ocean—the bottom half!

Recently received a V-Mail letter from Pfc. Willis T. Cain, Somewhere in the South Pacific. He states he has been receiving his copy of the Salute and enjoys it very much, especially pictures of the old gang at the Los Angeles plant.

Johnny Edgar, who used to pilot a big truck at San Francisco, is now in the Army Air Corps. When he entered the service he left behind a beautiful wife and a little fellow he called Pancho. We understand there has been another little Pancho added. With two Panchos in the family he should be able to give the Axis the one-two punch!

The many friends and fellow workers of Jimmy Ryan were shocked to hear of his death at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, April 26th. Funeral services were held at Forest Lawn Friday the 28th. His passing will be a distinct loss to all who knew and worked with him.

Did you ever have the experience of a switch engine staring you in the face and shouting move over "Bud"? Take the railroad's advice . . . STOP, LOOK AND LISTEN. But how can you listen, when the noise around you is louder than the choo choo, and how can you look when you can't see around a blind corner? The other day, Irv Halliday's Model "A" Ford pickup was parked near the side of the truck garage of the Los Angeles plant headed towards the Railroad Spur Track. A gasoline portable welding machine was running full blast nearby, coupled with the bang bang noise of our industrious employees from the shop. Irv had to hustle out to purchase some repair parts, he jumped in his Ford and stepped on the starter, but he didn't get far. As his front wheels almost reached the first rail, he noticed the 90 ton switch engine coming about 2 feet away saying, "Get the "L" out of the road!" Damage to switch engine . . . none. Damage to Model A Ford . . . 15c. Damage to Irv Halliday??? Take Irv's advice, STOP, GET OUT, AND LOOK!

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YSD # 61 RECEIVES A ROUSING SEND-OFF BY PETER F. CULCASI

Photo: Mrs. Boris Smirnoff smashes the bottle of champagne over the bow of YSD #61 and another ship is on its way.

We at San Francisco's Islais Creek Yard now have an added reason for holding up our heads in pride . . . Or have you been told? What is the cause for this elation? Well, just this. On Saturday, April 22, the YSD #61, following soon after our first heart-throb, the YSD #60, smoothly and gracefully hit the waters of Islais Creek and thus became a link in the large chain of ships built for the U. S. Navy.

It was a gala affair. Mrs. Boris Smirnoff held the spotlight as sponsor for this ocean going vessel. As she smashed the bottle of champagne against the ship's bow, it slipped into the waters which awaited her and was taken in tow by an LCM which stood by. Shipfitter Armand Papini gave a good talk on "helping the war effort" and, as usual, Mr. George Cobb was a masterful MC. The highlight in the day's orations, however, came when Mr. Edw. L. Soulé announced to the gathering that the yard had been awarded another Navy contract for some YF boats upon completion of the present contract.

Open house was the order of the day and the men's families took advantage of this, coming out for the launching and luncheon at the cafeteria in large numbers.

This boat, the USS YSD #61 represents to us who have taken part in her construction, our contribution to the war effort. It is indeed gratifying to know that we are also fighting the war—perhaps not with guns—but with tools. Yes Sir!!!

Photo: Mrs. Smirnoff, sponsor of YSD #61 holds bottle of champagne just before the christening.

Eight air force bombers, customarily afforded protection by fighters during raids over the Nazi-held areas of Europe, were able to return the favor recently and escorted fighters homeward. Two Thunderbolt fighters, which had expended their ammunition in driving German fighters away from American bombers in a wild pursuit practically through the streets of Metz, had to fly "upstairs" fast and snuggle under the bellies of the bombers for protection as far as the coast.

One hundred and fifty years ago March 27th, 1794, President George Washington approved Congressional legislation which gave the United States Navy its first ships, guns and personnel under the New Constitution of the United States. The first fleet consisted of six ships and 2,024 men.

Photo: Armand Papini speaks for the workers at launching celebration.

Photo: Mr. and Mrs. Boris Smirnoff with their daughter, Olga, who acted as Maid of Honor at the YSD #61 ceremonies.

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Here's what the boys at Islais Creek Yard are shouting about! The YSD #61. In the foreground Edw. L. Soulé is addressing the workers and their families at the launching ceremonies.

TEAMWORK WINS! ## The address of Edw. L. Soulé at launching of second YSD

When we undertook to build a fleet of YSD's for the Navy here at Soulé Steel, we started something! Seemingly insurmountable obstacles stood in the way and yet today we have visible evidence of these obstacles being overcome as we again honor you men of the Yard with the second launching within a month.

Man finds his greatest satisfaction in creating something. In building these YSD's for the Navy we are creating not one, but two important achievements.

First, of course, we are creating a tool of warfare designed to help bring an early end to the destructive forces that engulf the world. Second, we are helping to create a new spirit in America, a spirit of cooperation that gets things done.

We hear much these days about the wonderful mechanical inventions resulting from large scale war production that will give us more and better products after the war. Yet, I say to you, that as important as these advances are, all the wonderful things that are coming out of the research laboratories today cannot compare in significance to the discovery of the productive forces of teamwork when all factors work together for one common purpose.

In achieving this spirit of cooperation, which is reflected in the progress you men of the Yard are making, we are setting the stage for the future of America, a future whose blessings all can share under an enlightened system of voluntary enterprise that considers the rights and needs of all.

In expressing my personal thanks for what you are accomplishing, I bring you good news and the tangible appreciation of the Navy in the form of further orders for more ships to be built in our Yard when the YSD's are completed.

And so I say to you all . . . another job well done . . . another demonstration of teamwork . . . another milestone on the road to victory. We've gotten going . . . now let's keep going!

The planes of one of the Navy's new 27,000-ton aircraft carriers, a ship whose fliers have already spread destruction across eight major Jap bases in the Pacific since September 1943, have sunk enough ships to comprise a fair-sized Jap fleet and by shooting down 60 Jap planes in one action, won one of the great carrier victories of the war. In five actions the fliers attached to this flat-top made well over a thousand sorties against the enemy, dropped well over a half-million pounds of bombs and fired close to 400,000 rounds of ammunition.

NEEDED $16,000,000,000

Henry Morgenthau, Jr., Secretary of the Treasury, announced that the Fifth War Loan will start on June 12, and run to July 8. The goal will be $16,000,000,000, of which $6,000,000,000 is to come from sales of bonds to individuals.

"In the Fourth War Loan," the Secretary said, "Individuals invested $5,300,000,000. In planning to get $6,000,000,000 of the Fifth War Loan's $16,000,000,000 goal in individual sales, we are asking more than ever before from the American people. Fifth War Loan goals were set high because the Nation's Treasury must borrow a great deal of money this year to keep the war going. We will need more than twice as much as we can expect to get in taxes.

"Since January 1, 1944, the direct costs of the war have exceeded $23,000,000,000. With the critical phases of the war still ahead of us, certainly no decline in expenditures is now in prospect. For this reason the $16,000,000,000—all of which is to be raised from investors other than commercial banks—is urgently needed."

The Secretary pointed out the major emphasis throughout the entire period of the drive will be placed on the quota of $6,000,000,000 for individuals. The plant quota assigned is an average of $100 cash investment in extra Bonds per employee (including regular purchases through Payroll Savings during the Drive accounting period), and participation of at least 90 per cent of all employees in extra purchasing.

You will soon be called on to buy additional (over and above your payroll savings) Fifth War Loan Bonds. Put every cent you possibly can into those extra Bonds! Here is another chance to fight with our boys!

Interview with S. F.'s Cook By EDITOR ROMERO, ESQ.

The answer was "No". I might just as well tell you now, so you won't be trying to find it elsewhere in this interview. Yes, that's right, her age. She would not talk . . . and believe me I tried everything. Pardon me, folks, the one I speak of is none other than our very charming cook, Marie Broll. I did manage to find out she has been cooking for a good number of years in lumber camps and other industrial plants. She finally arrived here two and a half years ago. Since this time she has done a remarkable job of running the old cafeteria. Not having the modern up-to-date facilities which are now at her disposal. It wasn't this alone that kept her working at top speed, it was also in trying to satisfy some six hundred odd workers, such as Jim, Joe and Pete who

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YSD CALLING ### By PETER F. CULCASI

HELLO . . . gang . . . this is me again . . . still batting 1000 for good old YSD . . . things have finally resumed normalcy . . . after all the excitement.

2B ? ? ? the $64 question here now is . . . 2B or not 2B ? ? ? and I'm not kidding either . . .

Newcomers . . . George Scholz . . . Thomas Chan . . . Charles Fowley . . . Walter Barros . . . Welcome to YSD and some perfect sunny weather . . .

He swore that he loved her and that he would go through hell for her . . . now that they are married . . . he is keeping his promise.

Did you know ? ? that . . . Lyle (Chick) Ingersoll used to play big league baseball ? ? . . . that YSD stands for . . . Yard Seaplane Derrick ? ? . . .

IRONY . . . Leo Cullen was so exhausted from a straight 33 hour shift . . . he fell asleep on the YSD's Mare Island run . . . must have been a smooth trip . . .

Good luck . . . to Dick Pfuhl . . . who is organizing a YSD softball team . . . you can count me in . . . We'll watch the bulletin board.

I'd like to re-iterate . . . gang . . . that everyone will get an opportunity of riding on the YSD's future trips . . . this comes straight from Fix . . .

Close Call . . . for Jack Fairbanks . . . who was to leave for the Army on the afternoon of the 20th . . . at the very last minute got orders to disregard induction . . . as he's over 26 . . . that was close!!!

YARD BIRDS . . . Jay Jons, that guy with a cheery smile and light step . . . a jack of all trades . . . a truly genial personality . . . Dick Pfuhl . . . a champ Ten-pinner . . . has lifetime average of 198 . . . not to mention the numerous bowling medals on his watch chain. Lewis Crane . . . the man who missed the boat . . . chasing around for oil cans . . . Boy, was his face red?

Orval Cornell . . . the shipfitter boss . . . who was once manager for the Beherns Athletic Club . . . a newcomer to YSD . . . and some real ships . . .

Hats off ! ! . . . to Paul Slowik . . . who will very shortly receive his Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering . . . Congrats to you from the gang.

Did you know . . . that Lee Ingraham, our youngest burner . . . is also a whiz at Blueprint drawing ? ? . . . and boogie-woogie piano playing ? ? . . . right in the groove kid . . . That YF . . . our new contract from the Navy . . . means Yard Freight . . . That . . . the reason the men at the yard eat more than their bosses . . . there are more of them . . .

Congrats . . . to GI . . . Homan . . . the welder who got married the other day . . . said he had too much peace . . . single . . .

DID YOU KNOW? ### By JOE ROMERO

That Mac McMerrick has bought himself two saddle horses. I wonder if he could be one of Charles Lucy's and Paul Demartini's colleagues? Never can tell.

That a certain lady of the cafeteria, and a gentleman working in the Reinforcing Department could be hearing wedding bells, or is it just a romance?

That the man's picture on the Soule billboard at Army and Potrero Streets is a picture copy of Pat Iorio. This same Pat will be heard over Budda's Amateur Hour very soon. Has a very good voice too, so I have been told.

That Tony Faraudo, of the Reinforcing Department, bought himself a Rabbit Ranch and expects to retire. If his multiplication is right . . . 1500 then 3000 then 10,000 and at $1.25 each it sounds good. How about a couple of shares, Tony?

That the Welding foreman down at the Creek is now hiding behind a beautiful mustache. Don't let him fool you fellows, it's Louise Crane. Look out for those hot rods, Lou.

That a new crane operator has been added to our night shift in the person of Elizabeth Turner. Tall and good looking, too. Glad to have you with us, Elizabeth.

That Pete Valenti was made a grandfather recently. OK Gramp, let's get that Dime Bank going.

That Ray Martin woke up the other morning and looked in the mirror and thought she was looking through a screen door. Yes, that's measles. WOW!

Sure Way to Prevent Old Age! ### By J. F. BENNETT

1. Always stand or sit under loads suspended by cable, chain or rope. It never falls. 2. Always dash around blind corners, you won't run into anything. 3. Go ahead, lift it, show your strength, it only weighs three hundred pounds. 4. Be sure to take all of the guards off machines, especially the grinding wheels, the wheels never burst. 5. Don't report minor injuries or get first aid. It is only a waste of time. You want to get an infection. 6. Always wear a good strong apron, duster or necktie around machinery. 7. Ride the crane chain boys, it shows the world that you have nerve. 8. Show the boys that you have guts. Don't tie the top of that ladder, don't wear a safety belt.

*The Ramp Department of the Portland Plant. Some place under those masks you will find Keith Thomas, Clifton Hyatt, Rodney Newman, Gilbert Broten, Bill Roetter, Bob Templeman, Milton Wilken, Jack McCullough and William Lefferson, but don't ask your Salute Editor to tell you who is who.*

Soule' Salute

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY WASHINGTON

11 May 1944

Mr. Edward L. Soule', President Soule' Steel Company 1750 Army Street San Francisco, 24, California

Dear Mr. Soule':

At the last meeting of the Navy Board for Production Awards, the San Francisco Plant of the Soule' Steel Company was considered for a renewal of the Army-Navy "E" Award. It is with great pleasure that I inform you that the renewal was granted. Accordingly, a new flag with one star affixed will be forwarded to you in the near future.

The men and women of the San Francisco Plant have achieved this high honor by continuing their splendid production in such volume as to justify this renewal of their award. In the first instance it was difficult to win the Army-Navy "E" and by meriting a renewal, the management and employees have indicated their determination and ability to support our fighting forces by supplying the equipment necessary for ultimate victory.

The Navy Department extends its hearty congratulations and desires to express a fervent hope that future production will be even more outstanding.

Sincerely yours,

C. C. BLOCH Admiral, USN (Ret.) Chairman, Navy Board for Production Awards

SOULÉ STEEL COMPANY 1750 ARMY STREET SAN FRANCISCO 24

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

May 15, 1944

Admiral C. C. Bloch, USN (Ret.) Chairman, Navy Board for Production Awards Department of the Navy Office of the Under Secretary Washington, D. C.

Dear Admiral Bloch:

This is to acknowledge and thank you for your letter of May 11, 1944, in which you tell us that the Navy Board for Production Awards has granted a renewal of the Army-Navy "E" Award to our San Francisco Plant.

It is with gratification that we receive this notice and also to have you inform us that a new flag with one star affixed will be forwarded to us in the near future.

The men and women in our San Francisco Plant have done a very commendable job in the continuance of their production. It may be interesting for you to know that several of our foremen have been asking about the continuance of the Award and when we were going to receive the star.

On behalf of all of us we desire to thank you for conferring upon us this honor and you may know that we are still pledged to produce more.

Sincerely yours,

SOULE' STEEL COMPANY

Edw. L. Soule'

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*A letter was received by us from Admiral C. C. Bloch . . . a new Army-Navy "E" Burgee flies over the San Francisco Plant. This one has the hard-won star signifying six months more of top production to help shorten the war.*

LANDING CRAFT IMPORTANCE IN MARSHALLS INVASION IS CITED BY ADMIRAL COCHRANE

Washington: — War plants producing landing craft and their component parts for the Navy are on the offensive today, Rear Admiral E. L. Cochrane, USN, Chief of the Bureau of Ships, has declared in commenting on the invasion of the Marshall Islands. "They will be on the offensive, in ever-increasing intensity, until the final day of victory."

Paying tribute to American industry for the role it is playing in the new blow against the Japs in the central Pacific, Admiral Cochrane asserted:

"Our fighting men who today are storming the beaches of the Marshall Islands are being backed by the mightiest sea force ever assembled in the history of the world. This is a most important operation, and its outcome will have a large bearing on the future progress of the war in the Pacific.

"Fighting ships of all types make up this powerful Naval armada, acting as protection for the thousands of landing craft of all types that are carrying our men and equipment to the enemy's shores.

"This is going to be a tough operation. And it won't be without cost. Many of our men will give their lives. Some of our ships will go down or suffer damage. Many of our landing craft, the heart of invasion, will be expended.

"The importance of keeping a steady flow of landing craft and their component and spare parts to the Navy is underscored by the action at the Marshalls. Important as it is, it is only one of many engagements yet to take place. The cost in men and landing craft will increase proportionately as we push forward to the inner defenses of Germany and Japan."

Y. S. D.

There is a type of seacraft, I hadn't heard much about, I wondered what it was . . . or did, So I managed to find out.

Her crew is small but hardy, It consists of twelve, you see; But their work is very important For the ship is a YSD.

This boat is used for salvaging Planes that are wrecked at sea. They're saved and then brought home again By the mighty Y. S. D.

Many a plane is flying again To help us toward Victory. Many a plane that might have been lost If it weren't for the Y. S. D.

You may not hear much about them, Or how they work when at sea But they certainly deserve recog- nition Three cheers for the Y. S. D.

R. Papini

TEN PER CENT INCREASE

A ten per cent increase in production of landing craft during the next two months was urged by Chairman Donald M. Nelson of the War Production Board following a recent trip abroad a Navy LCI.

Mr. Nelson was a member of a group of labor and management representatives of the landing craft industry and War Production Board officials who inspected East Coast amphibious training bases at Solomons, Maryland, and Camp Bradford, Virginia, and who observed the performance of the Landing Craft, Infantry, during a night and a day on the Chesapeake under rough weather conditions.

The trip was sponsored by the Industrial Incentive Division, U. S. Navy, under Rear Admiral C. H. Woodward, USN, as part of a program to stimulate the production of landing craft by enabling key representatives of the industry and government to participate actually in landing craft activities.

Mr. Nelson commented, "The Navy is doing an outstanding job."

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Soule' Salute

Photo: Ted Jones, Los Angeles Associate Editor of the Salute, started with the company in 1920. In 1923 he was made warehouse superintendent, the position he now holds. Ted is now a grandfather with 2 son-in-laws in the Army Air Corps.

HOME FRONT COMMANDOS

Curtis Garten, 74, and his partner, James Horton, 59, above are two men who have a good record of attendance at Soule's Los Angeles Plant. They have worked here nearly one year without having been tardy or missed a single day. This is not surprising, due to the record Mr. Garten has. He was employed by the Sante Fe Railroad for 45 years during which time he was never late or absent a single day. He previously worked for the Express Company for three years in which time his record was again perfect. Mr. Horton also has an enviable record for previous employment. Mr. Garten has now returned to his home in Newton, Kansas.

Photo: H. B. Porter, welder at the Los Angeles Plant, gave us some interesting side-lights in an article he wrote about our 100th Elsie M Launching. As an Associate Editor of the Salute, his contributions will soon appear under "The Port Side".

Photo: Jessie Justus hails from Oklahoma. Jessie was employed at the Los Angeles Plant in September 1943 as a helper and because of his regular attendance and application to his work, is now a 2nd class fitter.

Photo: J. F. Bennett, is combination burner and fitter at the Los Angeles Plant. He started with us in '42. He hails from Georgia and is a member of the Shop Safety Committee and also an active member of the Southern California Industrial Safety Society.

Tips from the Safety Committee

Do not talk to welders who are in the process of welding. Scaring the welder while his hood is down can result in serious accident to both persons concerned. You welders remember what can be caused by carelessly throwing welding rod stubs on the floor. Such stubs can (1) while still hot, burn and damage acetylene hoses or welding cables, or landing in someone's clothes, burn the person. (2) Cause workmen to slip and fall and (3) last, but not least, stubs should be saved as important war material. Welders remember to keep welding cables as straight as possible to prevent fellow workmen from slipping and falling. While working in close quarters, like engine rooms, etc., it is extremely dangerous to carry long screw drivers, or the like, in pockets. Do not leave loose tools on top of engine in engine room. Such tools can easily roll off, or be kicked off by men stepping on the engine, and hurt the workmen down underneath. Those working around gasoline or other fluids for cleaning purposes, should not smoke. Heavy loads on trucks should be carefully handled so that they will not slip or tip over. Joe Bellina will inspect and repair the comealongs being used in the Hull Assembly. Think of Curley Dinse when you notice that bannisters on the stairway leading to the boats are now equipped with railings. Also designed and suggested by Curley is the bridge which connects the last two boats. Soon members of the Safety Committee can be recognized by badges they will wear. In the meantime, any suggestions made about safety will be appreciated by everyone of us who work in the plant.

Photo: Larry Kresch has been with us for almost 2 years and does layout work on the Los Angeles ramps.

Photo: Melford Burke has been busy for the past year working over the Los Angeles stock of steel windows to make them saleable. He has done a "pane"-taking job very well indeed.

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MAKE LIFE MORE PLEASANT By TED JONES

*Photo: Marie Broll who prepares those mighty tasty dishes at the cafeteria.*

(Continued from page 4, col. 4) had before the war, been used to having everything they wanted in the way of food. You know the kind, "like mother used to make". Well, Marie has become quite a Mother in this respect, as she managed to satisfy at least a good ninety per cent, which is a good average in any league. You might think after putting in long hours . . . such as coming in at 7 a. m. in the morning and then staying some nights to cook for special parties, etc., she would run home and lay down. But not Marie. No sir. She has a very attractive daughter who just graduated from Commerce High School and a nine year old son whom she tells me, we will be seeing in Seals Stadium some day doing his stuff as a ball player. So you see she has no time to rest. It's cooking again and on occasion Marie finds time to take her family out to dinner. I really think this gives her a chance to pick the food to pieces and yell about the cook.

Are you always complaining, or do you have some friends or neighbors that are always complaining? If so, tell them, show them, how to make their personality turn failure into success. Success is constructiveness. If a worker shows that he is naturally constructive, an employer will go to any length to train him and hold him because he is marked for a coming man every time. People divide into two classes; the first class is made up of individuals whose thoughts are of failure and destruction and the second class thinks in terms of success and construction. One class naturally destroys; the other class builds. Employees have often declared that a certain employer was not fair, because he discharged an employee for complaining or knock-

-AND HOW DO WOMEN STACK UP COMPARED TO MEN ? WE HAVEN'T HAD TO STACK ANY - THEY'VE BEEN VERY CAREFUL!

LONG TIME NO SEE! Wear Those Goggles!

ing, but that employee was discharged not because he was always complaining, but because his complaining indicated that he was of a destructive type. When a man is willing to stay on his job but complains continuously he is no doubt non-constructive, otherwise he would present constructive suggestions for helping the conditions he thinks are wrong. The constructive type of mind is not only able to think constructively, but when something isn't just right he is able to analyze it and he gets in back of the causes and by considering them constructively, sees that they don't come up again. So make your thoughts and actions constructive and success and happiness will be yours in a shorter time.

*Photo: Captain Donald L. Erwin, Asst. Supervisor of Shipbuilding, 11th Naval District, snapped as he attended the Los Angeles "E" ceremonies a few months ago.*

Salute to Soulé Steel For the second time Soulé Steel materials have been used in construction at the Southern Pacific General Hospital, San Francisco. According to J. H. Christie, Chief Architect for the Southern Pacific Company, the requirements were (1) light framing (minimum deadload), (2) Fire-proof materials, (3) Earthquake-proof design and (4) economical construction. Recently a modern and well equipped Addition to the Hospital's Surgery on the 5th floor was placed in service! Soulé Steel studs, welded together as a unit, were covered with Thermax planking and then stuccoed. Plateglass in steel sash and glass bricks were freely used and the interior finished with glazed tile walls and floors of vitrified tile.

*Photo: The Portland Skeg Department going full blast. Lewis Vanderhoof in the foreground and Milton Wilken in the background are doing the welding while Fred Schaad steadies the skeg being moved by the crane. These boys are setting a record that will be hard to beat.*

*Photo: The Southern Pacific Company's Hospital, San Francisco, whose new addition was constructed of Soulé Steel Products.*

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