Thursday, April 18, 2013

WWII: The History Making 'Doolittle Raiders' Down to Four Remaining Members, to Hold Last Reunion

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Cole, Thatcher and Saylor — three of the four surviving crew members from the history-making bombing run — are at Eglin for a final public reunion of the Doolittle Raiders. They decided to meet at Eglin because it is where they trained for their top-secret mission in the winter of 1942, just weeks after the Japanese devastated the American fleet at Pearl Harbor.
The fourth surviving raider, 93-year-old Robert Hite, could not make the event.


Doolittle Raider Lt. Col. Dick Cole stands April 16 in front of a B-25 at the Destin Airport in Destin, Fla., before a flight as part of the Doolittle Raider 71st Anniversary Reunion. Cole was Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle's co-pilot during the Doolittle Tokyo Raid, a notable attack on the Japanese during World War II using B-25s. The B-25 pilots trained to take off from an aircraft carrier, which the plane was not designed to do. Nick Tomecek / Northwest Florida Daily News via AP


Friday, April 12, 2013

From the Poetry Page: Hither and Yon

Hither and yon

Just like a Yo-Yo,
Its up and down we go.
It really needs to cease.
Just like playing Ping Pong,
Its back and forth for too long!
We need some relief!
"Oh, no!" here again we go!
Playing 'To and Fro.'
Not again! "Good grief!"
Over and over goes She,
Damn it! Pick him or me!
This tension needs release!
Doing it one more time,
With no reason or rhyme,
It smacks of one big tease!
This complicated indecision,
Either pick my life or his and
Give on of us some peace.

Monday, April 8, 2013

Big Brother Is Still Diligently Watching You! Maybe....

Is this a mosquito,a bot or spy drone, a toy, a hoax or what?
We need to all be aware of it anyway so
this information!
 If you happen to see something like this then give this weird little mechanical insect the swat of certain death!
(Hit it again!)
If it's an insect spy drone for urban areas, already in production, funded by the US Government. It can be remotely controlled and is equipped with a camera and a microphone. It can land on you, and it may have the potential to take a DNA sample or leave RFID tracking nanotechnology on your skin. It can fly through an open window, or it can attach to your clothing until you take it in your home!
Or.
It could just be someones idea of a cool little replica of what a real robot mosquito could look like.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Sheriff Walter E.(Eugene) Crum - The Death of A Hero

Mingo County Sheriff's Office, West Virginia
Sheriff Walter E. "Eugene" Crum - 30+ years dedicated to the People
End Of Watch: 04-03-13

Sheriff Eugene Crum, 59, was gunned down in broad daylight at point blank range in a deliberate assassination (details below). Born with a soul that has courage to wear the badge, Sheriff Crum had been Saving, Serving and Protecting the People for more than 30 years. Brother Eugene began his calling when he was sworn in with the Matewan Police Department, WV. and then the Delbarton Police Department. There, this True Blue Warrior devoted himself with dedication and with courage to make a difference in his small corner of the world ... and he did so with an unshakable commitment. Fellow Officers really liked working along side of this Brother. He was always upbeat and positive and made even the bad days seem not so bad. Anytime they were involved in an investigation and they did not 'get their man' right there, he kept everyone motivated with the attitude of 'no worries, we will get him tomorrow'. Brother Eugene never gave up on anything. Co-workers also loved his motivation to keep fit, both physically and mentally. He was big on training whenever he got the chance and encouraged his peers to do so as well. This Warrior knew they had to be ready for anything and everything at any time. Eugene was also very proactive in his community, going out of his way to ensure People knew how to keep themselves safe. His approachable, compassionate demeanor allowed the citizens to respect and trust this Officer, which in turn led to their assistance when called upon for information. He treated all with fairness and did his work with bravery and with benevolence.

Working his way up the ranks in the 18 years he was with DPD, Brother Eugene's innovative thinking and hands-on work made him the perfect choice for Chief Of Police, a rank he achieved. This was no sit-behind-a desk leader. He was down in the trenches working alongside his men at every chance he got. Chief Crum looked out for them and shared his experiences so they could learn from and hone their skills to become the best Law Enforcement Officer they could be. 12 years ago, Chief Crum left the Delbarton PD to become a Magistrate for the Mango County Judiciary Office. Brother Eugen held a great passion for helping folks stay off of drugs and this became his main focus. This Warrior was responsible for implementing Operation Zero Tolerance, a task force comprised of multiple agencies to crack down on the drug trade. In January of this year, the People of Mingo County wanted, and received, Eugene Crum as their new Sheriff. His dedication to making the County a safer and brighter place to live was welcomed by the citizens and they were grateful for him. Greeting each morning with a smile and enthusiasm that lasted throughout the day, Sheriff Crum was a joy to encounter, often leaving you laughing with his amazing sense of humor. He made the People feel important and that they mattered to him .. because they truly did.

Even when not in uniform, Sheriff Crum often spent time driving around the county to keep up on what was happening where. But it was his time spent with his wife and children that gave him the greatest joy. Oh how he ate up being a grandpa too! This Son, Husband, Father, and Brother of Blue will be remembered for Living As Only A Hero Could. May we continue his legacy but ensuring we pick up where he left off and his fight to keep the People safe from drugs, as we continue to create our own legacies. A Hero who will be missed by so very many ... so few will forget the day he was taken from us all too soon ...

Just after noon today, Sheriff Crum was sitting in his SUV about a block away from the Courthouse. The Sheriff often ate his lunch in this manner to make the most of all time spent in uniform. On this day, he parked near a building that was a known previous pill mill to watch for any activity. A vehicle pulled up, the driver exited and walked up to the Sheriff's car . As Sheriff Crum rolled-down his window to assist, he was shot four times at point blank range to the head and upper body. Witnesses called immediately for help as the shooter fled. A Police pursuit ensued and when the suspect's vehicle became disabled, the driver exited and opened fire on the Officers. The Police shot the suspect, who is now in custody being treated. Sadly, this was to be our Brother's final battle ... Sheriff Walter Eugene Crum succumbed to his wounds and was pronounced.

Eugene leaves behind his beloved bride, children and grandchildren. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Crum family, the Men and Women of the Mingo County SO, the Mingo Magistrate's Office, the Delbarton PD, the Matewan PD, the West Virginia State Police, and to all whom have had the pleasure and the privilege of knowing and working along side this True Blue Hero.

Our Brother, as you now look down from the Heavens, may you continue your vigilant watch over us all as we carry on in the battles to come ... In Our Brother's Honor. We thank you for your service and for your sacrifice. We thank you for your life. Job Well Done Sir.

Rest In Peace Sheriff Walter E. "Eugene" Crum ... We Have The Watch From Here. SALUTE!

~written by Nessie for TrueBlueWarriors.org~www.facebook.com/truebluewarriors
copyright2013 TrueBlueWarriors/Nessie
MCSO: http://www.mingocountywv.com/
MPD: http://www.matewan.com/goverment/police%20dept.htm
DPD: http://www.delbartonwv.us/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=51&Itemid=65
MCJO: http://www.courtswv.gov/lower-courts/counties/mingo.html

Suspected Cop Killer, Tennis Melvin Maynard, 37, in custody - charges pending. This is an ongoing investigation and we will update.

Monday, April 1, 2013

What Is the Largest Man Made Object in Space?

"The ISS is the largest man made object in space. Here's how it compares to other notable objects, both real and fictional, all drawn to scale."

The ISS isn't just the largest space craft ever built, it's also the world's most expensive object. According the Government Accountability Office, it cost upwards of 100 billion dollars to complete.