Mike "Gunner" Thompson replied to John Caudy's discussion Argentia, NFLD in NAS Argentia
"Hey Joe!

>> Mike Finnessy was head of the print shop <<

I just went and got one of my surviving copies of "The Foghorn" - this one dated June 27, 1969 (probably the last edition before I left the Rock). The masthead proclaims that "F.F. Finecey"…"
Aug 21, 2019
Mike "Gunner" Thompson replied to John Caudy's discussion Argentia, NFLD in NAS Argentia
">> Dr. Gary Novak died <<

I didn't know that either... bummer. He wasn't the greatest guy I ever served with but he mostly treated the Corpsmen OK.

All the "Foghorns" I kept were ones that had something about either Sandy or I in 'em I guess. I…"
Aug 21, 2019
Joe Sarver replied to John Caudy's discussion Argentia, NFLD in NAS Argentia
"I was on the rock from '59 to '63 and was the editor of "The Foghorn." We used to put it out in the old print shop. An old civilian, Mike Finnessy was head of the print shop. Maybe some of you might remember him."
Aug 21, 2019
John Caudy replied to John Caudy's discussion Argentia, NFLD in NAS Argentia
"Mike

Nice hearing from you. I was attached to the SAR also. If I remember we had to get 4 hours a month to collect flight pay. I have some pictures of me being hoisted up into a helicopter hanging on to a May West. Brings back a lot of memories.…"
Aug 21, 2019
John Caudy replied to John Caudy's discussion Dr. Gary Novak 1966-1968 in NAS Argentia
"I was assigned to the pharmacy along with HM2 Thompson.  Stood night watch in the ER, and drove the ambulance when needed.  Arrived in Argentia in August of 1966 until March 1968, after being stationed at the Philadelphia Naval Hosptial, amputee…"
Aug 21, 2019
George Sabel replied to John Caudy's discussion Dr. Gary Novak 1966-1968 in NAS Argentia
"I was a doctor  at Argentia 1965-1967 and am very sorry to hear that Gary Novack died. I agree he was a great guy. By the way, my son was born at Argentia.   George Sabel MD"
Aug 21, 2019
John Caudy replied to John Caudy's discussion Argentia, NFLD in NAS Argentia
"I remember Dr. Cross and Dr. Melhorn. I remember one time in ER, Dr. Cross drew fluid from his wife's knee. She had water on the knee, and he explained to me what he was doing. I don't know if I mentioned this before, but Dr. Gary Novak died. He had…"
Aug 21, 2019
Mike "Gunner" Thompson replied to John Caudy's discussion Argentia, NFLD in NAS Argentia
"Hey John!

>> Mike Thomson was there at that time <<

Yeah I was, and it was great to see ya last year. Hope you get back to Florida soon!

I was there July '67 through June '69. I was on flight status most of the time as a SAR Corpsman. That was…"
Aug 21, 2019
John Caudy left a comment for James Maddaloni
"Enjoyed your pictures. I was at Argentia in 1966, and don't think much had changed since you left. Do you remember the name of the man who use to pick up laundry on the base. I use to hang out at the Blue Room across from the hospital.

John Caudy"
Aug 21, 2019
John Caudy left a comment for James Maddaloni
"James

Thanks for the reply. I was originally a SeaBee and was at Davisville, Rhode Island. I cross rated to Hospital Corpsman. When I frequented the Blue Room is was the housing for the Marines. I also played the slots. Hope everything is fine with…"
Aug 21, 2019
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