The Whistler was an American radio mystery drama which ran from May 16, 1942, until September 22, 1955, on the west-coast regional CBS Radio network. For many of those years, it was sponsored by the Signal Oil Company.On June 19, 1949, Signal began featuring limericks in their Whistler advertisements. Listeners enjoyed these so much that … Continue reading The Signal Oil Limericks on “The Whistler”
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A Different Christmas Poem
(by Jeff Giles) The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light,I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight.My wife was asleep, her head on my chest,My daughter beside me, angelic in rest.Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,Transforming the yard to a winter delight. The sparkling lights in the tree, I … Continue reading A Different Christmas Poem
The Photo
(author unknown) My husband never really talked a lot about his time in Vietnam, other than mentioning he had been shot by a sniper. However, he had a rather grainy, 8x10 black and white photo he had taken at a USO show of Ann-Margret with Bob Hope in the background that was one of his … Continue reading The Photo
The Desks
In September of 2005, on the first day of school, Martha Cothren, a History teacher at Joe T. Robinson High School in Little Rock, did something not to be forgotten. On the first day of school, with the permission of the school superintendent, the principal and the building supervisor, she removed all of the desks … Continue reading The Desks
Reggie
(author unknown) They told me the big black Lab's name was Reggie, as I looked at him lying in his pen. The shelter was clean, no-kill, and the people really friendly. I'd only been in the area for six months, but everywhere I went in the small college town, people were welcoming and open. Everyone … Continue reading Reggie
The Trap
(author unknown) A large group of Taliban soldiers were traveling down a road when they heard a voice call from behind a sand-dune, saying, "One Marine is better than ten Taliban." The Taliban commander quickly sent ten of his best soldiers over the dune whereupon a gun-battle broke out and continued for a few minutes, … Continue reading The Trap
Enthusiasm or Experience?
(author unknown) One day a huge US Air Force cargo plane was lumbering across the sky over the Pacific Ocean. It was on its way to a remote Air Force Base in the Philippines. Out of nowhere came a small jet aircraft streaking across the sky. The young jet jockey wanted to show off his … Continue reading Enthusiasm or Experience?
An Important Favor
(origin unknown) A soldier on his way home from war called his parents after landing in Los Angeles. “Mom, Dad, it’s great to talk with you again,” he said. “I’m coming home, but I have an important favor to ask. May I bring a friend home with me?” “Of course, son,” his father replied. “We look … Continue reading An Important Favor
Retirement Fun
(origin unknown) A few days ago, a friend of mine sent me a ‘Vietnam Veteran’ hat. I never had one of these before and I was pretty hyped about it, especially because my friend was considerate enough to take the time to give it to me. Yesterday, I wore it when I went to the … Continue reading Retirement Fun
The Airman’s Creed
I am an American Airman. I am a Warrior. I have answered my Nation’s call. I am an American Airman. My mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win. I am faithful to a Proud Heritage, A Tradition of Honor, And a Legacy of Valor. I am an American Airman. Guardian of Freedom and Justice, My … Continue reading The Airman’s Creed