USO Canteen FReeper Style Liberty R&R to Rhode Island November 2,2002

FRiends of the USO Canteen Freeper Style and Snow Bunny

[Snow Bunny]

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The USO Canteen FReeper Style
Delivering a Touch of Home

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A Touch of Home

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This is how I think of the USO Canteen 
Freeper Style. It is like a cottage down a road,
a place where a weary veteran can spend the night. 

Since it opened, it is magical how so many
Freepers who post here, feel it too. 
It has been so dear how the Freepers
kept making it a cottage - a home-type of 
place that had a huge living room
for them to visit in and a dance floor, 
a library, etc. 

Many Veterans have written to me, 
saying that the Canteen is like home
to them for the first time since they 
served. 

This is your Canteen -
a respite from our busy 
and sometimes troubling world. 
Make yourself at home.

Snow Bunny

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If you know a Veteran, someone in your family, 
friend of the family, neighbor, who served their  
country, take a brief moment of your day to thank 
them. 

Thank them for the sacrifice they made
for the better good of their country.

We at Free Republic, and the USO Canteen FReeper 
Style, are thankful for every service member 
in our military, who has served our great nation.

So, to the men and women who answered the call,
In both times of war and peace, thank you.

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Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields. 

John McCrae 

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CASUAL SATURDAY AT THE CANTEEN

Liberty commences at the beginning of today's
FReeper USO Canteen thread
and, depending on your division assignment,
expires when the new thread for Sunday is posted.

***** A special invitation to our troops and Veterans
to join us in today's cyber trip. *****

Rhode Island

The compact state of Rhode Island
is most recognizable for its 400
miles of shoreline, which has
resulted in the nickname

"The Ocean State"

The States moto is Hope

Historic Wickford Village,
North Kingstown, Rhode Island

Historic Wickford is the
original town center of
North Kingstown, Rhode Island,
and it is a place where time
seems to have stopped in the 1820s

Wickford's most famous native
is the renowned novelist, John
Updike, a descendant of one of
the village's founders, and it is
generally agreed that Wickford
provides the setting for his popular
novel, "The Witches of Eastwick".
(The movie that was based on the
book, however, was not made in Wickford.)

The gardens at Applejack Farm, Wickford,
at the zenith of the spring bulb season.

This unique island community
instantly blends the old and
the new - colonial homes stand
feet away from modern
condominiums and offices.

The bustling harbor glistens as
elegant yachts, luxury liners and
lobster boats compete for space.
All of these combined are the
charm that is Newport.

Founded in 1639, Newport's
first residents were settlers
seeking religious freedom.
The area was soon recognized
for its ideal trade location and
quickly developed into one of
the major seaports on the east
coast. Beautiful schooners and
trade ships billowed into the
harbor, crowding the wooden
docks and bringing exotic treasures.

The State flower is the Violet

The most famous harbor in
New England.…… Newport, Rhode Island.

Sail to Cape Cod and incredible
islands such as Nantucket,
Martha's Vineyard, Cuttyhunk,
Fishers & Block Island. Greenport
& Stonington Harbor located on
Long Island Sound

The beautiful yacht Courageous

Tall Ship Parade Of Review On Narragansett Bay

Rose Island Lighthouse

A mile offshore, beyond the reach
of Newport’s utility lines and
services, the Rose Island Lighthouse
stands as an independent,
energy-efficient building that
was home to keepers and their
families for over a hundred years.

Castle Hill Lighthouse

This is America's big one: Since 1954, Newport has
drawn the hottest stars in jazz,
rhythm and blues, country, and
rock together for a multi-day jam
session. Performers play in a huge
park that boasts two stages, while
the audience listens from reserved
seating or on the lawn.

Autumn in the Emile Ruecker
Nature Preserve in Tiverton Rhode Island.

Welcome Aboard!

Step back in time
when dining aboard
a luxury train was
a statement of elegance
and privilege. Enjoy
the experience of
Rhode Island's only
moving dinner train
on a 22-mile, 2½ hour
sentimental journey along
scenic Narragansett Bay.

Dine amid vintage rail cars
meticulously restored to quietly
bear the ambiance and aura of the
golden age of railroading. Plush
velvet draperies…fine china, silver
and crystal set on crisp white linens
in the soft glow of candlelight. Enjoy
black tie wait service and excellent
cuisine suitable to present to
Mr. Pullman himself.

Award Winning Baby Back Ribs
Barbecued full rack of tender ribs,
hickory smoked to perfection
And brushed with our own tangy
barbecue sauce.
Baked Stuffed Filet of Sole
Stuffed filet of Sole (tender
sole crowns with a seafood
stuffing of scallops, crabmeat
and herbs) topped with a
champagne dill buerre blanc sauce.
Chicken Vanderbilt
Boneless breast of chicken,
layered with prosciutto,
sun-dried tomatoes, spinach,
provolone cheese and finished
with a tomato basil cream sauce.
ALL ENTREES SERVED WITH
FRESH GARDEN SALAD,
ROLLS AND BUTTER, STARCH
AND FRESH VEGETABLE.
CHEF'S DESSERT, COFFEE OR TEA.

*Vegetarian Entrée available
upon advanced request.

Then we finish off our day listening to Jazz at the........

[MoJo2001]

Donald Fagen Click

[MoJo2001]

Good afternoon, bentfeather. Great to see you!! Hope you are having a great day!!

[SAMWolf]

State Seal

The seal of the State of Rhode Island features a maritime anchor as its central image. The anchor has been used as a symbol for Rhode Island for hundreds of years, well before the region claimed statehood. When the Providence Plantations were organized in the mid 1600's, the anchor was used then as the seal of the province. The anchor is also the prominent image on Rhode Island's flag. The word "Hope" was placed over the seal's anchor in 1644, and still remains. The outer circle of the seal reads "Seal of the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations 1636".

State Flag

In 1897, Rhode Island was the third of the original thirteen colonies to legally adopt a state flag. Its close neighbors, New York and New Jersey, were first in 1896. The flag's colors, white and blue, are the same colors flown by Rhode Island soldiers' during the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Mexican War. The white also represents the facings (collars, lapels and cuffs) of the Rhode Island Revolutionary War uniforms. The thirteen yellow stars represent the thirteen original states. The anchor has been a symbol of Rhode Island since 1643 maybe because of its 400 miles of coastline and its love for sailing and boating. The people of Rhode Island may also have gotten the idea for the anchor from words from the Bible. A blue banner under the anchor has the state's motto, "Hope."

State Tree

Did you know in the 1890s Rhode Island school children also voted the Red Maple as the state's tree? However, it didn't become official until 1964. During the autumn months the tree's leaves can turn golden, purple, or scarlet red. Rhode Islanders feel the Red Maple adds to the beauty of their forest during all seasons, especially in the autumn. But it received its name from the bright red flowers that bloom on it in late spring. The trees grow throughout eastern North America. They grow in cold climates like Canada and hot climates like Texas and Florida. Its leaves are 2 to 6 inches across and most have three lobes (think of the shape of your ear lobe) sometimes five lobes. Red Maples can grow to 120 feet in height.

State Flower

In 1897 school children voted the purple violet as their state flower. It did not become official until 1968 making Rhode Island the last state to adopt a state flower. The violet is the state flower for three other states. It is a perennial flower meaning it lives through the colder months and blossoms in the spring. Their leaves are heart-shaped and the flowers grow on separate stems from the leaves. It blooms in early spring and the flower's color ranges from a deep to medium purple.

State Bird

The Rhode Island Red was not Rhode Island's first state bird. In the 1930s the bobwhite was voted as the official state bird, but in 1964 a new state bird was chosen, the Rhode Island Red. The Rhode Island Red is a type of hen or chicken. This type of hen was bred in a small town named Little Compton, Rhode Island in 1854. It has brown feathers, lays brown eggs, and weighs six to nine pounds. It quickly became known for its delicious meat and the wonderful quality and quantity of the eggs it laid. The raising of poultry (chickens and turkeys) became a major industry in the United States thanks to the Rhode Island Red!

State Fish

The striped bass is the largest member of the sea bass family, often called "temperate" or "true" bass to distinguish it from species such as largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass which are actually members of the sunfish family Centrarchidae. Although Morone is of unknown derivation, saxatilis is Latin meaning "dwelling among rocks." As with other true basses, the dorsal fin is clearly separated into spiny and soft-rayed portions. Striped bass are silvery, shading to olive-green on the back and white on the belly, with seven or eight uninterrupted horizontal stripes on each side of the body. Younger fish may resemble white bass (Morone chrysops). However, striped bass have two distinct tooth patches on the back of the tongue, whereas white bass have one tooth patch. Striped bass have two sharp points on each gill cover, and white bass have one. Additionally, the second spine on the anal fin is about half the length of the third spine in striped bass, and about two-thirds the length of the third spine in white bass.

[SevenofNine]

Good morning Canteen members

Well there is report off Hareetz wire that Bibi may not get FM job after all Sharon looking for somebody else but good possiblity Bibi may take the job or not

So kinda confusing on Hareetz wire this morning

Meanwhile back in Aussie Age wire report that Indoensia cops busted more perps that took part in few week ago Bali bombing

GOOD JOB Bali PD

[Soaring Feather]

Hey MoJo, Loved your tid-bits today, way to go girl!

[SevenofNine]

Speaking of IDF and Mossad

There is report off Reuters wire that Ariel Sharon appoint some dude of name of Abu Mosiz who has link not only to Mossad but IDF and he promise get Israel ready for Saddam smackdown or any smackdown

COOL

[blackie]

Rhode Island Liberty R&R...Bump !!

Up With The Right !!

Vote For Republicans !!

GWB Is The Man !!

The RATS Are In Disarray...Eradicate The Rodents !!

Fire Democrats, Hire Republicans !!

Freedom Is Worth Fighting For !!

Let's Roll !!

Molon Labe !!

[SAMWolf]

Rhode Island Army National Guard



The Rhode Island Army National Guard maintains 16 armories, and is present in 13 communities.

The Rhode Island Army National Guard traces its history from the first colonial defensive force established in the town of Portsmouth, Rhode Island in 1638. This group of citizen soldiers consisted of two sergeants, two corporals, and one clerk. From this humble beginning the State's military grew, providing forces in many conflicts during the pre-revolutionary period, the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, the Spanish American War, the Mexican Border, World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm and most recently Stabilization Forces (SFOR) in the Balkans.

Today, the Rhode Island Army National Guard consists of a force of over 2,500 dedicated men and women, who are prepared to serve our State or Nation in a variety of military specialties. Rhode Island has citizen soldiers qualified in military occupational specialties which include Artillery, Infantry, Signal, Engineer, Aviation, and Military Police.





During FY99, Rhode Island Army National Guard units participated in Annual Training sites throughout the United States and in Germany, Canada, Oman and Kuwait. The 103rd Field Artillery Brigade Headquarters participated in a Warfighter Exercise with the III Corps at Fort Hood, TX. The 1st Battalion of the 103rd Field Artillery conducted Initial Fire Support Automated System live-fire mission training at Fort Pickett, VA. An element of Detachment 2, 3rd Battalion, 172rd Infantry Company underwent intensive Mountain Warfare training at Valcartier, Canada. Another element participated in a SETAF exercise at the Combat Maneuver Training Center in Germany.

During FY99, the Drug Demand Reduction Program sponsored 67 activities that promoted drug education and awareness of illicit drugs. The program utilized 150 volunteers and reached approximately 148,500 children, young adults and the general public via local newspaper coverage, community schools, civic organizations and National Guard programs. The partnership with city police departments provided personnel and equipment to support programs and events such as DARE, National Night Out, Camp Wave and Safety Day. Youth programs such as Child Opportunity Zone, ACE Camp, Boy Scouts of America and YMCA Kid’s Day were all part of this year’s activities.

[SAMWolf]

I received the following from a source I consider trustworthy:

Phil,

As forwarded:

Veracity: Unknown.

(Seems Legit ... IMHO)

Sure raised the old heart rate this early Sat. AM though!

"Just another reason why..." (Remember that saying from RVN days?)

The citizen in me wants say he has a "right to free speech," however abhorrent. The Marine/Veteran in me just wants to "dust" his sorry ass!

I have a good idea which would win out if any of us crossed paths with this puke ... Anyone know a good defense lawyer?

Perhaps contacting the Board of Regents AND every affiliated Alumni Association would cause him to temper his rhetoric. Doubt it. Putting a dent in contributions will probably have a better shot to affect policy more than emailing the President, who'll just hit "delete," though.

Maybe there are ROTC units there to be contacted too. I'll send it to my local newspaper contacts here in NE Ohio as well to check it out as to legitimacy.

S/F-

Rick


I have a daughter at the US Air Force Academy who forwarded me the following email. It involves a polite inquiry made by a cadet, regarding how to best promote the Academy's upcoming forum on Political Science issues. The cadet contacted Peter Kirstein, a so-called "professor" of History at Saint Xavier University, and you won't (freakin) believe the response.

The paragraph below is Kirstein's reply followed by the cadet's original email inquiry. Below that is *CONTACT INFORMATION* for "Professor" Kirstein. Please use it, perhaps not to contact Kirstein himself but to contact his EMPLOYER instead. Let's get fools like this out of our Universities. On Monday, I'm writing to the Chancellor, Dean or whomever is most likely to FIRE this imbecile. Please join me.

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From: Peter Kirstein
Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2002 1:46 PM
To: Kurpiel Robert C4C CS26
Subject: Re: Academy Assembly

You are a disgrace to this country and I am furious you would even think I would support you and your aggressive baby killing tactics of collateral damage. Help you recruit. Who, top guns to reign death and destruction upon nonwhite peoples throughout the world? Are you serious sir? Resign your commission and serve your country with honour.

No war, no air force cowards who bomb countries without AAA, without possibility of retaliation. You are worse than the snipers. You are imperialists who are turning the whole damn world against us. September 11 can be blamed in part for what you and your cohorts have done to the Palestinians, the VC, the Serbs, a retreating army at Basra.

You are unworthy of my support.
Peter N Kirstein
Professor of History-
Saint Xavier University

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Original Message

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From: Kurpiel Robert C4C CS26
Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 13:16:20 -0700

Dear Sir or Ma'am
The Air Force Academy is going to be having our annual
Academy Assembly. This is a forum for mainly but not only Political Science majors, discussing very important issues dealing with politics.

Right now we are in the planning stage for advertising and we would appreciate your help in the follow areas. Do you know of or have any methods or ways for interschool advertising and or communications? What would be the best way for us to advertise at your school whether it is
sending you the fliers and you making copies or by perhaps putting an advertisement in your local publication? We would appreciate your input and the cost of what you recommend. Thank you for your time and consideration

Very Respectfully
Cadet: Robert Kurpiel

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CONTACT INFO FOR KIRSTEIN:

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Name: Kirstein, Peter N.
Title: Professor
Dept: History & Political Science
Room: N229
Phone Ext: 3283
Email: kirstein@sxu.edu
Fax: 298-3314
Phone: 773.298.3283
Go to the webpage below and take a look at the photo of this xxxxk. You'll understand what you're dealing with right away - and what our sons and daughters are being influenced by (shudder!) http://www.sxu.edu/history/pkirstein

[SAMWolf]

Sorry. Forgot to put the ping list in Post #89.

[MoJo2001]

That guy also deserves MoJo's JACKASS AWARD!! What an idiot!! I plan on emailing him a nice little tidbit.

[MoJo2001]

Is Saint Xavier University a private Catholic school? If so, start putting emails towards the Catholic church. If they aren't going to stop child molestors at the freaking VAtican, they sure as hell better get off their ass and start paying attention to this. If it is a public school, I would suggest emailing the administration and telling them that you don't appreciate what monies in this country are being spent for.

[MoJo2001]

Here's the picture of the Jackass that hates America and also a song to go along! Do not click if you are easily offended by offensive music!! You've been warned!!

[Soaring Feather]

Thanks so much for the ping!

[SAMWolf]

103rd Field Artillery Brigade



The Headquarters of the 103rd Field Artillery Brigade, Rhode Island Army National Guard, is located in the Armory of Mounted Commands, Providence, RI.

The mission of the 103rd Field Artillery is to destroy, neutralize, or suppress the enemy by cannon, rocket and missile fire and help integrate all fire support assets into combined arms operations.

Within the Rhode Island Army National Guard, the 103rd Field Artillery Brigade exercises command and control over the 1st Battalion, 103rd Field Artillery, and its three (3) Firing Batteries.

The firing batteries of the 103rd Field Artillery are equipped with the M-198 Towed Howitzer.



Also attached to the brigade is a light maintenance company

[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

Hey, pretty girl! Thank you for playing some Donald Fagen!! [SQUEAL!!!] I love that man!! (Unfortunately, he's a crazy liberal, but...I'll overlook it just this once.)

I'm looking forward to posting some tunes with you - this will be a lot of fun.

We sure missed you last night!!

Got my coffee - going off to read your daily rant, which I LOVE.

[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

Hi Belle. : )

[firewalk]

Bumping by to say hi (-:

Hope you're having a good day...

[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

We had such a blast last night - for those who missed it, this is LindaSOG's graphic - is it not a scream?

This is dedicated to all the Canteen Girlz, and all those who missed the flight! We'll have to do it again!

HIT ME, BABY! MASH THIS:

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good afternoon Troops, families, veterans, Canadian and Israeli allies (and everybody else). Thank you for taking such good care of the USA.

Today in Anchorage, Alaska:

Sunrise 8:32am
Sunset 4:52pm

Hi 43F
Lo 34F

Rain and drizzle…ARGHHHHH!!!

Actual yesterday in Anchorage:

Hi 40F
Lo 33F

State Hi 51F Cordova
State Lo 7F Arctic Village