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”
Army
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 Soldier’s Creed
(author unknown) I am an American Soldier. I am a Warrior and a member of a team. I serve the people of the United States, and live the Army Values. I will always place the mission first. I will never accept defeat. I will never quit. I will never leave a fallen comrade. I am … Continue reading The Soldier’s Creed
The Quartermaster’s Creed – Army
I am Quartermaster. My story is enfolded in the history of this nation. Sustainer of Armies... My forges burned at Valley Forge. Down frozen, rutted roads my oxen hauled the meager foods a bankrupt Congress sent me... Scant rations for the cold and starving troops, gunpowder, salt, and lead. In 1812 we sailed to war … Continue reading The Quartermaster’s Creed – Army
The Infantryman’s Creed – Army
(author unknown) I am the Infantry. I am my country's strength in war. Her deterrent in peace. I am the heart of the fight...wherever, whenever. I carry America's faith and honor against her enemies. I am the Queen of Battle. I am what my country expects me to be...the best trained soldier in the world. … Continue reading The Infantryman’s Creed – Army
The Ranger Creed – Army
(by Neal R. Gentry, command sergeant major of the reactivated 1st Ranger Battalion, with revisions) Recognizing that I volunteered as a Ranger, fully knowing the hazards of my chosen profession, I will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and high esprit de corps of the Rangers. Acknowledging the fact that a Ranger is a more elite … Continue reading The Ranger Creed – Army
Noncommissioned Officer’s Creed – Army
(author unknown) No one is more professional than I. I am a noncommissioned officer, a leader of Soldiers. As a noncommissioned officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as "The Backbone of the Army." I am proud of the Corps of Noncommissioned Officers, and will at … Continue reading Noncommissioned Officer’s Creed – Army
Principled Thoughts 