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No. 8 Bombing & Gunnery School, Lethbridge.

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1-10-41 Strength as at 1st of the Month: RCAF Officers - 14 RCAF Airmen - 233 Trainees - Nil Other than RCAF - 2 Civilians - 10

Flying Officers P.M. Hale, W.S. Wright, J.R. Bryan, Staff Pilots, reported on Temporary Dutyfrom No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank, Sask. , prior to posting.Flt. Lt. S.A. Cheesman reported on Temporary Duty from No. 6 B. & G. School, MountainView, Ontario. (To be O.C. Flying)

2-10-41 Construction of roads and Parade Square were well underway.

3-10-41 Nil

4-10-41 Chief of the Air Staff, Air Member Personnel, Chief Works Officer, and party visitedthe Station.

5-10-41 The Construction Company working on a 24 hour shift was rapidly putting the runwaysinto shape.

6-10-41 Mr. H.S. Atkins, Canadian Legion War Services supervisor reported for duty.Flt. Lt. J. Johnston, Senior Accountant Officer, reported from No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank,Sask. Pilot Officer R.H. Parkin, Accountant Officer; reported from No. 4Training Command.

7-10-41 Normal Station Routine.

8-10-41 Flying Officer T. Jenkins, Fire Prevention Officer from No. 4 Training Command,

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inspected the fire fighting equipment, personnel and the general organization.

9-10-41 Flt. Lt. Ness from No. 4 Training Command, Heating Engineer, inspected theinstallation of the heating system. (W.A. Jones) Wing Commander Commanding Officer

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9-10-41 Flying Officer W. Bowman from No. 4 Training Command visited the Station inconnection with Air Cadets.Flying Officer V.C. Banks, Aerodrome Control Officer reported for duty.Major E.L. MacKay, D.S. & T.O. from M.D. 13 visited the Station.

10-10-14 Wing Commander K. Gray, Command Armament Officer, visited the School.Starting around 0900 hours a 76 mile gale lashed the Station until well on to midnight. Flying has not started as yet.

11-10-41 1310 hrs. Initial class of 25 Trainees, W.O.A.G.s reported from #2 Wireless School,Calgary, Alta.

12-10-41 Ground Instructional School prepared for commencement of Course on the 13th.

13-10-41 Eleven Air Gunners reported from C.T.S. Trenton, Ont.Today is the official opening day of the School, and the training of 36 trainees commenced righton schedule. No time off was taken to hold the opening of the School, the construction andvarious work was carried on without interruption.Flying Officer R.M. Paterson reported from No. 15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm, Alta. for a visit.(Engineer Officer)Flying Officer R.G. Love, Engineer Officer, reported for duty from No. 3 B. & G. School,MacDonald, Man.Flt. Lt. W.E. Smith, Senior Engineer Officer, reported from No. 4 B. & G. School, Fingal, Ont. Flt. Lt. J.M. Lees, Senior Medical Officer, reported from No. 4 I.T.S. Edmonton, Alta. Blowing with undiminished force from early morning to 1900 hours a 61 mile per hour windraised a terrific dust storm, making working conditions very difficult.

14-10-41 Flying Officers A.H. Farrington, G.F. Rapley, Staff Pilots, reported from No. 3 B. &G. School MacDonald, Man.

15-10-41 1030 hrs. Air Officer Commanding No. 4 Training Command visited the Station.

16-10-41 Flying Officer P. Patrick, Armament Officer, reported from No. 6 B. & G. School,Mountain View, Ont.An Anson aircraft visited the Station from No. 15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm.

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17-10-41 Five Staff Pilots under command of Flying Officer J.R. Bryan proceeded to Edmontonto ferry five Battle aircraft from No. 16 T.D. to this Station. Two Anson aircraft and one Dragon Fly visited the Station.Flt. Lt. S.A. Allan, Administrative Officer of the Advance Party, returned to AFHQ., Ottawa. Three Staff Pilots reported from C.T.S. Picton, Ont.

18-10-41 Battle P5284 was ferried to this Station.No. 6591 Anson aircraft from Shelby, Montana, enroute No. 15 SFTS Claresholm, stopped over.

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19-10-41 Seven Fairey Battles were ferried to this Station.One Beaufort aircraft enroute to Patricia Bay stopped over for refuelling, check over and toawait satisfactory weather for the crossing of the mountains. Two Officers, Staff Pilots, reported for duty from C.T.S. Picton, Ont.

20-10-41 Flt. Lt. C.W. Durdin, Administrative Officer, reported from No. 7 B. & G. School,Paulson, Man. Pilot Officer W. Pilkington, Link Trainer Instructor, reported from No. 2 I.T.S. Regina. One Officer, Staff Pilot, reported from C.T.S. Picton, Ont.Flt. Lt. M.S. Lynch, Padre, from No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary, visited the Station whilst onvisit to four R.A.F. prisoners in the Lethbridge, Jail.No. 2467 Norseman aircraft enroute Calgary stopped over at the Station.

21-10-41 Officers' Mess opened with breakfast.Flying Officers E.L. Garrett, and R.G. McIntosh, Admin. Officers reported for duty from No. 7B. & G. School, Paulson, Man.Squadron Leader J.H. Hollies, from the Dependents Allowance Board, Ottawa, visited theStation.Three Officers, Staff Pilots, reported from C.T.S. Picton, Ont. Three Battle aircraft arrived onthe Station.No. 716 Bolingbroke aircraft enroute Patricia Bay stopped over awaiting satisfactory weather forcrossing the mountains.

22-10-41 Flying commenced with first Gunnery Exercises being carried out. One Officer, Staff Pilot, reported from C.T.S. Picton, Ont.Flt. Lt. Harrison, Assistant to A.S.A.O. No. 4 Training Command visited the Station. CaptainBrown, Canadian Dental Corp, from No. 4 T.C. visited the Station.

23-10-41 One Officer, Staff Pilot, reported from C.T.S. Picton, Ont. Two Bolingbroke aircraft enroute Patricia Bay stopped over.

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Flying Officer Sheldon, from No. 4 T.C. Electrical Inspector, arrived to make a generalinspection.

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23-10-41 One Fairey Battle arrived on the Station.

24-10-41 Flt. Lt. Flewelling, D.A.P.S. Directorate Ottawa, together with Flt. Lt. McKiechen andFlt. Lt. Kempster from No. 4 T.C. visited the Station to discuss any problems concerningpersonnel.Two Officers, Staff Pilots, reported for duty, from No. 5 B. & G. School, Dafoe, Sask.

25-10-41 Five Fairey Battle aircraft arrived on the Station. Two Officers, Staff Pilots, reported for duty from No. 5 B. & G. School, Dafoe, Sask.

26-10-41 Thirty-four W.O.A.G.s, Course No. 19 scheduled to commence October 27th,reported this date from No. 3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, Man.One Officer, Staff Pilot, reported for duty from No. 5 B.&G. School, Dafoe, Sask.

27-10-41 One Bolingbroke aircraft enroute Patricia Bay stopped over.

28-10-41 Commencing around 0700 hours snow began to fall quite heavily, washing out flyingfor the day.

29-10-41 Five Beauforts enroute Patricia Bay stopped over for refuelling, checking over, and toawait satisfactory weather for crossing the mountains.Flt. Lt. Thornleon, Armament Officer from No. 4 T.C. visited the Station, for an inspection No. R.74559 LAC Baker from No. 4 T.C, reported on temporary duty to set up the Link Trainer.

30-10-41 Flying washed out due to high winds, 55 miles per hour. Flt. Lt. Simpson from No. 4T.C. reported to this Station with Secret and Confidential publications.Six Fairey Battles arrived on the Station. One Anson, one Dragon Fly, and one Northrop Deltavisited the Station.

31-10-41 Seven Harvards enroute to Swift Current and ferried by American Army Pilotsstopped over. Strength as at 31st of the Month: RCAF Officers - 50 RCAF Airmen - 488 Trainees - 70 Other than RCAF - 7 Civilians - 61Total number of flying hours for the Month:

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Test Flying 7.25 Bombing familiarization 8.30Drogue 68.05Gunnery 158.10 (W.A. Jones) Wing CommanderTotal 242.10 Commanding Officer.

31-10-41 No. of Aircraft on charge - 34Type - Battle (Fairey) (W.A. Jones) Wing Commander Commanding Officer No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge.

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1-11-41 Strength as at 1st of the month: RCAF Officers - 50 RCAF Airmen - 488 Trainees - 70 Other than RCAF - 7 Civilians - 61

Sergeant Hooper, F.R. #4 T.C. reported at this Station to prepare C.I.M. report. Checked allpublications in flights in conjunction with Flt. Lt. Smith, Senior Engineer Officer. Prepared andsubmitted report November 3rd.Wing Commander Gray, #4 T.C., Armament, and Wing Commander Nelson, AFHQ, Armament,arrived at Station. Armament training etc. fully covered in conjunction with CommandingOfficer Wing Commander Jones.Harvard aircraft No. A.J. 852, Pilot Adams, arrived 1300 hours from Great Falls. Departed toSwift Current 1525 hours. U.S. Ferry Service. Maximum possible flying hours 9:35.

21-11-41 Mrs Brander, C.O. and other ranks C.A.T.S. Lethbridge, were conducted over theStation by Flt. Lt. Durdin. Admin.I, and shown through No. 720 Mess Canteen, M.T. and otherpoints of general interest to them; tour lasted about an hour.Wing Commander Gray from #4 T.C. visited Station, flying Harvard 3023 from Calgary.Departed 1616 hours.Maximum possible flying hours 5:40. Fying washed out 1530 hours. - Wind 54 MPH.

3-11-41 Squadron Leader R.M. Trites posted from No. 7 B. & G. School reported on Station.W.O.2 Stretton #4 T.C., Electrician, reported to supervise setting up and installation securitylighting on hangars and poles in connection with sentry boxes on hangars in preparation for newguard system. Provided him with crew and material and work progressing favorably.

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Maximum possible flying time 9:35.

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4-11-41 Wing Commander Newbigging #44 T.C. flying Harvard 3023 arrived 1150 hoursdeparted 1550 hrs. He checked over signal instruction set-up. Discussed equipment andimproved classroom, etc. Special meeting of all officers for the purpose of setting up variouscommittees for the purposes of organizing various activities in connection with official OpeningDay Ceremonies and first Wings Parade to be held Saturday November 8th. Maximum possible flying time 9:35

5 -11-41 Air Commodore Cowley #4 T.C., Group Captain Poole and Flt. Lt. Mason arrived 1800hours by plane, pilot A/Cdre Cowley. Took off via TCA for Vancouver at 2200 hours. Mr. H.E. Jenkins Signal Examiner arrived on Station to conduct signals test on Course No. 18.Expressed satisfaction at all pupils passing satisfactorily. Flt. Lt. Jerome #4 T.C. APM visited Station, discussed reorganization Service Police, andsatisfactory arrangement made.Maximum possible flying time 2:15 hours. Flying washed out at 1005 hours. Wind 56 MPH

6-11-41 48 Air Cadets from Lethbridge visited Station. They put in half hour in Drill and halfhour in Signal Instruction at G.I.S. Fine group of lads and all potential aircrew. Maximumpossible flying time 9:35. Perfect day for flying and full complement Gunnery Exercises carriedout.

7-11-41 New airmen's canteen building opened.Personnel concentrating on official opening and initial Wings Presentation. Maximum possibleflying time 9:35. Full day of flying and gunnery exercises.

8-11-41 Today is a day to record in the History of No. 8 B. & G. School, insofar as the Officialopening took place at 1500 hours and also first graduating class of Wireless Air Gunners andStandard Air Gunners were presented with their wings by Air Commodore Cowley, A.O.C. #4 T.C. who also officially opened the Station with an excellent speech. He was assisted byGroup Captain A.J. Ashton, C.O. #2 B. & G. School, Mossbank and Wing Commander Jones,Commanding Officer, who also gave short talks.Other distinguished guests included Senator Buchanan and Mrs. Buchanan, May & Mrs. Elton,Wing Commander James & Mrs. James, C.O. #15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm, and Wing CommanderCampbell and Mrs. Campbell, C.O. #7 SFTS, MacLeod and Wing Commander Davidson, No. 4T.C. Some 5000 people attended and were escorted over the Station. A short flying programme andtarget towing exercise was carried out and a parachute jump was made by Roy Lonheim of HighRiver. Appendix "A" Lethbridge Herald supplement of November 7th, gives in part some of theoperations of a B. & G. School.

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8-11-41 Appendix “B” Lethbridge Herald of November 10th gives a report of openingceremonies and Wings Presentation.Course No. 18 graduated 36 airmen all RCAF and postings were 27 to "Y" Depot, Halifax and 9to #31 O.T.U. attached to Dorval. There were no failures and three graduates were subsequentlycommissioned. Maximum possible flying time 9:35

9-11-41 Graduates of Course No. 18 all departed to their various postings. Maximum possible flying time 9:35

10-11-41 First pilot at station was checked out on night flying in dual Battles. Preparationsnow complete to engage in night flying and to check out all General List personnel whenweather permits night flying. Flt. Lt. Staddon checked out F/O W. Wright on this date. CourseNo. 20 - 33 airmen - 32 - RCAF, 1 NFD - commenced this date. All Wireless Air Gunners.Maximum possible flying time 9:35

11-11-41 Mr. E.G. Randlesome, resident Engineer, directed by Command HQ to proceed to 36SFTS to supervise construction there and return here part time.School supplied a Squadron of three flights in connection with Memorial Day Parade toCenotaph in Lethbridge. Wing Commander Jones placed wreath at Cenotaph on behalf of #8B. & G. School. Wing Commander Jones also assisted Brigadier General Stewart in taking saluteat March Past.Maximum possible flying time 3:00.- Wind velocity 70 MPH.

12-11-41 Maximum possible flying time 3:20 hours. - Flying washed out due to snow and lowclouds at 1120 hours.


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13-11-41 Air Cadets came to Station and heard lecture by F/O Bryan and F/O Anderson ontheory of flight.Maximum possible flying time 9:35 hours.- Wind 50 MPH at 1700 hours.

14-11-41 Group Captain Greig, flying Cessna Crane #7889 arrived 1203 hours departed 1430hours for Y. Flying washed out all day. Wind 70 MPH

15-11-41 Dance organized by War Auxiliaries Officer for airmen on Station, held at YMCA

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Lethbridge. Maximum possible flying time 9:35 hours.

16-11-41 Cases of scarlet fever discovered and 22 personnel placed in quarantine. Maximumpossible flying time 5:45. Flying washed out (Fog) until 1100 hours.

17-11-41 Senior Admin. officer and War Auxiliaries officer attended conference at Calgary for17th & 18th to discuss war auxiliaries services. Flying washed out. Low ceiling and snow.

18-11-41 Maximum possible flying time 3:30 hours. Flying washed out until 1350 hours.

19-11-41 Several pilots ware given instruction in dual Battle in night flying.Delta aircraft damaged when Battle aircraft at this Station taxied into same on 1ine.Maximum possible flying time 9:35 hours.

20-11-41 Air Cadets from Lethbridge came to Station and received lecture by Flt. Lt.Cheeseman on principles of flying.Maximum flying time 9:35 hours.

21-11-41 Dance organized by War Auxiliaries Officer for all airmen on Station at TrianonBallroom. Lethbridge, in cooperation with I.O.D.E.Maximum possibly flying time 3:00 hours. Flying washed out remainder of time due to windand snow.

22-11-41 Legion hut opened today. About 200 guest in attendance, including Mr. Alex.Walker, Dominion President, Canadian Legion. Mr. Hugh Farthing, director of C.L. WarServices, for Alberta. J.W. Jenkinson, C.L. War Services Supervisor (Alberta) and Mayor Eltonof Lethbridge spoke. Mr Jenkinson formally turned hut over to Commanding Officer.Maximum possible flying time 9:35 hours.


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23-11-41 Further cases of scarlet fever discovered in quarantined. Maximum possible flying time 9:35 hours .

24-11-41 Course No. 19 graduated and Wings presentation made by Wing Commander Jones.Course consisted of 34 airmen - 24 RCAF 2 RAF 3 NFD 5 RAF of which 30 graduated - 22posted to "Y" Depot Halifax, 3 to #31 O.T.U. on attachment to Dorval, 5 failed Signal Test andwere posted to #3 Wireless School, 4 transferred to Course #20.Course No. 21 - 38 Airmen W.O.A.G. - 29 RCAF 7 RNZAF 1 NFD 1 RAAF commencedthis date. A wind velocity of 97 MPH removed tar & paper from roofs of hangars 4 and 5 andmetal roof of garage building (#6). Debris was thrown about the whole Station. Station fence

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was bent over on an angle by the force of debris blown against it. Heavy wind continued untillate in afternoon.Maximum possible flying time 2:25 hour. Flying washed out at 1030 hours.

25-11-41 Flt. Lt. Buchanan (AFHQ) visited Station to discuss amendments to W & Bestablishment. Squadron Leader G.W. Erichson (AFHQ) arrived by air to make surrey ofBombing and Armament facilities at this Unit. Maximum possible flying time 2:25 hours.

26-11-41 Air Commodore R.W. Ryan and Squadron Leader B.C. Stone and F/O Friesen PMO,Director Medical Services and P.A. to IMS respectively arrived on Station and inspectedHospital expressing satisfaction with same.Flt. Lt. V.L. Lapointe #4 T.C. visits Station examining signal equipment on Station and advisedequipment to be obtained and expressed satisfaction with progress of section. Maximumpossible flying time 9:35 hours.

27-11-41 Air Cadets from Lethbridge came to Station at 1930 hours and received lecture onairframe by F/O Hall and lecture on Wireless by Flt. Lt. Begg.


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27-11-41 PMO IMS and PA to IMS departed for MacLeod by PMC.One case of mumps discovered and placed twenty under observation.Maximum possible flying time - NIL

28-11-41 Squadron Leader G.W. Erichsen departed today having spent three days examiningbombing range and armament section. Expressed satisfaction with progress of training andsetting up of facilities for training. Maximum possible flying time 3:00 hours.

29-11-41 Battle 2069 forced down 1¼ mile west of Claybank, Sask. - Pilot F/O H.B. Houston.Battle 2050 forced down 3¼ miles west of Crestwynd, Sask. - Pilot F/O H.J. Rapley. Bothaircraft were being ferried from No. 8 Repair Depot, Winnipeg to this Station. Reported by wire.Particulars not available at this time. Maximum possible flying time - NIL

Total Strength of Station at this date: RCAF Officers - 58 RCAF Airmen - 660 Trainees - 71 Other than RCAF - 9 Civilians - 74

Total number of flying hours for the month: - 826:55

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Total number of aircraft on charge this date: 1 Harvard 56 Fairey BattlesBattle Aeroplanes delivered during month - 21

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1-12-41 Strength as at the 1 of the month: RCAF Officers 58st

RCAF Airmen 660 Trainees 71 Other than RCAF 9 Civilians 74

First aircraft equipped with Wireless ATR5 in towing aircraft.Flying 0800 hours to 0900 hours. 1115 to 1220 hours. Maximum possible flying time 2:05 hours.Balance of day unsatisfactory for flying due to high winds.

2-12-41 Heat available today in hangar lean-tos.Barrack Officer A.E. Russell arrived to replace barrack warden G.N.E. Strong transferred toEdmonton. Maximum possible flying time - NIL - flying washed out all day due to 82 MPH wind.3-12-41 Battle aircraft #2056 damaged in night flying exercises overshooting field in landing.Pilot Flying Officer J.A.P.R. Lessard (C4810) Type - Fairey Battle; Cause - Aircraft overshotaerodrome and struck fence. Error in judgment of pilot; Location - Aerodrome; Extent ofdamage - Aircraft starboard wing damaged; Injury - NILMaximum possible flying time - NIL - Flying washed out all day account 70 MPH wind.Bombing flight night flying familiarization. Number of planes taking part - TEN.

4-12-41 Drill course of officers commenced today under the direction of Sqdn. Ldr. R.M. Trites(C1785). All airmen receiving drill instruction from 0745 to 0830 hours daily commencingtoday. 60 Air Cadets from Lethbridge received instruction in signal 1930 to2000 hours, andlecture by Flt. Lt. W.E. Smith (C1930), on the subject of constructional detail aircraftengineering from 2000 to 2100 hours. A few of the cadets were given a short talk onmeteorology. Maximum possible flying time 6 hours. Bombing flight night familiarization.THIRTEEN planes taking part. W.A. Jones

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5-12-41 Three Battle aeroplanes ferried from No.l6 Technical Detachment, Edmonton by No. 8B. & G. Staff pilots.Flt. Lt. R.E. Dodds. DFC, AFHQ AMP - Field Liaison officer covering American personnel inthe service arrived with Flying Officer B. Galbraith Pilot, in Cessna from No. 2 B. & G. School,Mossbank, Sask. Flt. Lt. C.B. McDougall, AFQ “Accounts” was also in the party. Maximumpossible flying time - 2 hours. Balance of day washed out due to 55 MPH wind. Bombing flightnight flying familiarization. Number of planes taking part - TEN.

6-12-41 Mr. Leon, Construction Engineer AFHQ called in connection with inspection of trusswork on hangars and large buildings and damage caused by wind storm on 24-11-41. Flt. Lt.D.G. Ness (W&B) No. 4 T.C. called regarding heating arrangements. Sqn. Ldr. M.K. Parlee, AFHQ, called in connection with central examination board.Maximum possible flying time - 4 hours. Balance of day flying washed out account 55 MPHwind.

7-12-41 Roman Catholic Church parade held at 0645 hours. Services conducted by FatherMalloy of Lethbridge. All R.C. personnel attended.Protestant Church parade of all personnel not engaged in flying was held at 1000 hours and theservice was conducted by Rev. J.M. Pritchard of Lethbridge. Scripture sentences were read byWing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer of the Station. An address was givenby Rev. P.C.Wade.Immediately following Church parade or at approximately 1030 hours, Wings PRESENTATIONof Air Gunners badges, for graduates of course No.20, was made by Wing Commander W. A.Jones, Commanding Officer of the Station. This course graduated 31 RCAF, 1 NFD who wereposted as follows: 27 to “Y” Depot, - 3 to #31 O.T.U. RAF, Debert, N.S. - 2 to #31 OTU onattachment to RAF Ferry Command Dorval Airport, - 1 airman failed and was held over forcourse No.21. Four graduates were subsequently commissioned.At 0300 hours Flight Lieutenant A. Morrison (C1428) Senior Equipment Officer, met with a caraccident in which he suffered severe injuries. Details of this accident are being investigatedthrough a Court of Inquiry.COURSE No. 22 reported in and was composed of 15 WOAG and 12 AG all RCAF. Maximumpossible flying time 7:45 hours. Operated all day.

8-12-41 Wing Commander J.N.H. Whitworth, DSO DFC RAF arrived at this Station to deliveran operational lecture. Air Commodore A.T.N. Cowley, AOC, #4 T.C, Group CaptainW.E.Dipple,(SASO, Group Captain D. D'A. A. Greig), Wing Commander C.F. Falkenberg, SOO,Wing Commander P.R. Hampton, SPSO, and Sqn.Ldr. E.J. Ellis all from #4 T.C. attended thelecture and returned immediately afterwards.

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8-12-41 Other visitors for this lecture included Group Captain A.L. James, CommandingOfficer, No. 7 S.F.T.S. MacLeod, Alta. and Mr. R.F. Staddon from No.5 E.F.T.S. High River.Flying Officer G.S.Wright (C8898) (W&B) reported for duty.Flying Officer J.E. Todd, Medical Officer, not yet gazetted also reported for duty. Maximumpossible flying time 7:45 hours. Operated all day.

9-12-41 All graduates Course #20 proceeded on embarkation leave today.Telephone instruction received from Flight Lieutenant Kerr DAPS DirectorateOttawa at 2000 hours to recall from embarkation leave 15 WOAG's, graduates course No. 20,and instruct them to report Immediately to WAC, Victoria, B.C. These instructions wereimmediately carried out. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

10-12-41 Flying Officer Snyder flying Delta No. 87 left for Regina. Maximum possible flyingtime 4:30.

11-12-41 Radio installation in Battles have been going on at a rapid pace. To date 9 completeinstallations have been made in Drogue aircraft. Awaiting further equipment for bombingaircraft.Posted to WAC 2 Instrument Makers, 6 A.E.Ms, 2 Armourers, 2 G.D.s, 2 AFMs, 1 clk steno.1 staff pilot, 1 Equipment Assistant. Flying Officer T.C. Wilkinson, (C5512) Staff Pilot, forced landed Battle Aircraft north of Waterton Lakes due to fog. No damage to crew ofaircraft. Flying Officer. B. Galbraith flying Moth #5946 left for Medicine Hat. Maximumpossible flying time 8:44.

12-12-41 Pilot Officer C.B. Handwright (C6734) Staff Pilot, forced landed on range due to crewreporting fire in fuselage. Faulty wiring was repaired on the spot. No damage to crew oraircraft. Sqdn. Leader Galloway flying Bolingbroke #9054 left for Vancouver. Flying OfficerWelsh flying Hansen #6581 left for Claresholm. Best flying day since opening of School andmost work accomplished with students in air. 114 completed exercises.


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12-12-41 Maximum possible flying time 8:45.

13-12-41 Major H.M. Phipps, Lt. Col R.W. Dow, 112th Battery L.A.A.F. visited the Station

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and were conducted on a tour. Flt. Lt. H.E. Jones, O.C. #3 Rec. Centre, Edmonton arrive for aninspection trip. The body of R92759 LAC Pryor James, deceased, who was killed in a flyingaccident at #34 S.F.T.S. R.A.F. Medicine Hat, was received in Lethbridge, which was theairmen's home. A full funeral party was provided from this Unit and the service was held at1539 hours from the Baptist Church. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

14-12-41 Roman Catholic Church Service was held at 0645 hours, conducted by Father Malloyof Lethbridge. Maximum possible flying time 8.45.

15-12-41 Fairey Battle #R4037 damaged while taxing due to high wind. Pilot Flying OfficerG.F. Pearson (C6034). Type - Fairey Battle $4307 Drogue Aircraft. Cause - Cause due to high winds Location - Aerodrome. Extent of damage - B Crash Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

16-12-41 Armament Training (See typewritten copy) (See Appendix A.) Maximum possibleflying time 6:45. Two hours lost due to 55 MPH wind.

17-12-41 Flying Officer W.K. Coveney, Pilot Officer R.E. Leary, #4 SFTS Saskatoon, Sask.arrived to check over Maintenance system on the Station.Course #21 examined by Mr. H.E. Jenkins, #4 TC on signals. All passed.Pilot Officer C. Edgar (C8676) from School of Administration, Trenton, Ont. arrived assupernumerary.Maximum possible flying time - Nil - wind 55 MPH.

18-12-41 Flying Officer L.J. Ricks, (C2590), DAPM, #15 SFTS Claresholm, Alta., arrived inconnection with co-operation of police service on the trains for Christmas and New Year's.Maximum possible flying time 8:45.hours.

19-12-41 Flt. Lt. J.G. Brown (C6243) Protestant Chaplain reported from #3 SFTS Calgary, Alta.to take over Chaplain duties temporarily until the arrival of regular Chaplain.Maximum possible flying time, 8:45 hours. W.A. Jones (W.A. JONES) Wing Commander, Commanding Officer.

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20-12-41 Rev. E.J. Heuer, Warner, Uta., Scout Master and troop of 20 Boy Scouts visited theStation and were conducted over same by R60541 Sgt. McKenzie, K.I. who had previouslylectured the troops on several occasions.Maximum possible flying time 8:45.

21-12-41 Roman Catholic Church Service was held at 0645 hours conducted by Father R.W.

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Griffin Roman Catholic padre of the Station.Protestant Church Service was held at 1000 hours, conducted by Flt. Lt J.G. Brown. Lesson wasread by Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer of the Station. Immediatelyfollowing the Protestant Church service at approximately 1030 hours a Wings Presentation wasmade to graduates of Course No. 21.Air Observers and Wireless Air Gunners arrived for courses. Course #33 - Air Observers -Australians 6, RCAF, 13 from No. 2 Air Observers’ School, Edmonton, Alta. Course No. 23Wireless Air Gunners - RCAF. 22 from No. 3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, Manitoba.

22-12-41 Course No. 21 graduated today consisting of 36 wireless operator Air Gunners and oneAir Gunner, 30 RCAF, 7 RNZAF, 1 RAAF, and 1 Newfoundlander, 3 posted to O.T.U. Debert,Halifax. 14 to EAC Halifax and 20 to "Y" Depot, Halifax. Two failures held over for CourseNo. 22. 3 RCAF and 2 RNZAF of this course were later commissioned. Maximum possibleflying time 8:45 hours.

23-12-41 A Christmas Party and entertainment was held for the children of the members of thisstation and was organized by C1930 Flt. Lt. W.E. Smith, Station Maintenance Officer. Somefifty children were present and the part of Santa Claus was abely taken care of by C3534 FlyingOfficer J. Bill, Equipment Officer.The Station received a visit from Flt. Lt Christy RAF attached to Ferry Command, Dorval,Quebec, who was engaged in ferrying Bolingbroke aircraft to Western Command. We understand this Officer ferried the Atlantic on some 14 occasions.Eight Bolingbroke aircraft held at Lethbridge on instruction of Chief of the Air Staff


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23-12-41 were released today and departed to report to Western Air Command, Vancouver. Fifty per cent of the Station today departed for five days Christmas leave. Maximum flyingtime 8:45.hours. No flying course completed.

24-12-41 The Christmas Eve formal dance was held in the Officer’s mess. Maximum possibleflying time-nil, snow all day.

25-12-41 On Christmas day Officers were entertained at the Sergeant's Mess and the entirepersonnel remaining on the station enjoyed the annual turkey dinner served at the Airmens'Mess. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

26-12-41 Ordinary routine. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

27-12-41 Pilot Officer M.G. Genge (C8857) reported on station from School of Administration,Trenton as Supernumerary. No flying took place. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

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28-1-41 Roman Catholic Church parade was conducted by H/Flt. Lt. Griffin. All RomanCatholic personnel attended. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

29-12-41 Course No. 22 Wireless Operator Air Gunners graduated today and WingsPresentation was made by Commanding Officer of the Station, Wing Commander W.A. Jones. This course graduated 28 pupils, all RCA.F., 21 posted to “Y” Depot, Halifax; 4 Ferry CommandR.A.F. Dorval, Quebec; 3 O.T.U. Debert, Nova Scotia, 17 Wireless Operator Air Gunners, 12Air Gunners. One failure Acedemic Reserved posted to Composite Training School, Trenton.Maximum flying time - nil - snow.

30-12-41 Fifty per cent of the station departed for 5 days New Year's leave. Maximum possibleflying time - nil - snow.

31-12-41 Ordinary routine and preparation for 1942. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.Total strength of station at this date. R.C.A.F. Officers - 62 R.C.A.F. Airmen 698 Trainees 73 Other than R.C.A.F. 7 Civilians 77


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31-12-41 Total number of flying hours for this month: 680 hours 20 minutes. Total number of aircraft on charge this date: 6l Fairey Battles, 1 Harvard. Total aeroplanes delivered this month: 4 Fairey Battles.


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APPENDIX A. December 16, 1941.Armament Training - Night Bombing

1 (a) This school is in a position to start night bombing at any time but it is not expected that the first class of students will be ready before the first of the new year.

(b) A program of pilot training for this work is being carried out.

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To date ten pilots in bombing flight have each had fifteen hours night flying on this Station. This includes runs on targets.

(c) The O.C. Bombing Flight has dropped sixteen night bombs. At each time other pilots have been carried along for instruction.

(d) All pilots have successfully used the azimuth bracket.

(e) A copper tube intercommunication systems has been installed in all bombing aircraft.

(f) Flare pots are being used for targets. Fifteen neck flare pots to a target. They are satisfactory.

(g) A safety pilot is used at the bombing range: with Aldis lamps for signals.

(h) Each bombing pilot has received approximately thirteen hours Link Trainer instruction at this school.

(i) X11 night aircraft are equipped with flares. Radio is installed in three aircraft and is being installed in balance as quickly as possible.

(j) A program of instrument flying under the hood, in Harvard aircraft, has been started.

(k) Night practice bombs are being observed satisfactorily but it is noted that they set fire to the grass, so that with the first few the target flares could not be distinguished. However once the grass is burned over the difficulty will be eliminated. A careful watch is being kept to prevent any fire getting out of control.

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1-1-42 Strength as at the 1st of the month: RCAF Officers 62 RCAF Airman 698 Trainees 73 Other than RCAF 7 Civilians 77 New Years day, Officers entertained the Sergeants at the Officers’ Mess. The entire personnelof the Station had turkey dinner at the Airmen's Mess. The Officers and Sergeants waited onthe Airmen. Music was provided by one of the Officers and a very enjoyable time was had byall.An Airmen's dance was held in the evening in the recreation hall. A dance orchestra wasprovided which was improvised and directed by Flying Officer G.W. Schafer (C6035) whobrought forth many innovations. The ladies were provided under the auspices of the I.O.D.E. ofLethbridge. The Commanding Officer and a number of officers and senior NCO's were present

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and a large crowd started the New Year right.Weather-Snow, low overcast. All students up to date on flying. Maximum possible flying timeNIL

2-1-42 Ordinary routine and nothing outstanding. Weather-Snow, overcast. Maximum possibleflying time - NIL

3-1-42 All students up todate in their flying exercises. No flying took place today. Maximumpossible flying time 7:45 hours.

4-1-42 R.C. Church parade was held and conducted by F/Lt. R.W. Griffin. All R.C. personnelattended. Protestant Church parade was held in the recreation hall conducted by F/Lt. Brown.All available personnel were present.Bolingbroke 9122 F/Lt. Longhurst arrived from Moose Jaw at 1313 hours with three passengers.Bolingbroke 9123 pilot and passengers arrived from Moose Jaw at 1313 hours.


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4-1-42 (Cont’d) First hockey match in Service League held in Lethbridge Arena at 2015 hours. No. 8 B. & G. School versus No. 7 S.F.T.S. Score 1-1. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

5-1-42 Course No. 22 composed of 29 RCAF Airmen graduated 28 Airmen (12 AG and 16WOAG's) posted 21 to "Y" Depot - 4 to RAF Ferry Command Dorval - 3 to #31 OTU Debert - 1Failure posted to CTS Trenton. Wings presentation was made by Wing Commander W.A.Jones, Commanding Officer and held in the G.I.S. building owing to severe weather.Course No. 24 composed of 25 pupils WOAG’s all RCAF, reported from No. 2 W.S. Calgary, tocommence training.Course No. 34 composed of 21 pupils reported from No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton to commencetraining as Air Observers. This course now composed of 14 RCAF 5 RAAF 3 RAF, oneRAAF being transferred from course No.33Flying Officer J.K. Young (C6979) Armament, reported from No. 2 W.S. Calgary. Flying Officer Smith flying Tiger Moth 275 arrived 10:51 hours.One exercise lost due to unserviceable drogue aircraft. Range not needy for bombing.Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

6-1-42 Ordinary routine.One exercise lost due to unserviceable drogue aircraft. Range not ready for bombing.Flying Officer Smith flying Tiger Moth 275 departed for Dewinton at 0845 hours. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

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7-1-42 Bolingbroke 9119, Pilot Voohlees and two passengers arrived from Winnipeg at 1129hours. One hour lost due to unserviceable drogue aircraft. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

8-1-42 Bolingbroke aircraft 9125 Pilot Bradley arrived from Winnipeg at 1519 hours. Threehours 10 minutes time lost owing to weather conditions. Maximum possible flying time 5:20 hours.

9-1-42 Flying Officer A.S. Harrison (C6047) "Accounts" reported from No.10 Repair Depot,Calgary. An urgent request was received from No.34 S.F.T.S. Medicine Hat, Alta., to send aparty to assist in the search for Harvard aircraft which disappeared the morning of the 8th fromMedicine Hat with instructor and student. Three Battle aircraft took off under direction of Flt.Lt. J.R. Bryan (C1452) and covered territory for 100 miles to the South and South East


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9-1-42 of Lethbridge without sighting the craft. One of the Battle was forced down when it ranout of gas and forced landed at Taber. The weather at the time was very poor with high windblowing and snow drifting. The landing was accomplished safely and the aircraft was flownback to Aerodrome next morning.60 Air Cadets from Lethbridge, were brought out to the Station and under the direction of Flt. Lt.W.E. Smith (C1930) were placed under competent senior N.C.O.'s and given instruction asfollows: 10 in parachute Section; 10 in Instrument Section; 10 in Electrical Section; 30 inGeneral Maintenance. Maximum possible flying time 4:45 hours.

10-1-42 On instruction from No. 4 T.C. this Station was requested to provide three Battleaircraft to report to Wing Commander Scragg, Chief Instructor, No.34 S.F.T.S. Medicine Hat,using it as a base for a further search for the missing Harvard aircraft. These three planes tookoff at damn. After two hours 10 minutes in the air Flt. Lt. W.S. Wright (C2573) from thisStation found the wreckage of the Harvard and duly reported same to Commanding Officer No.34 S.F.T.S. All planes then returned to this Station. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

11-1-42 Normal Routine.Bolingbroke aircraft 9032 Pilot Russell arrived from Medicine Hat at 1216 hours and departedfor Vancouver 1330 hours. Cessna 8116 Wing Commander W.E. Kennedy CommandingOfficer No.15 S.F.T.S. arrived l409 hours and departed 1427 hours for Claresholm. R.C. Churchparade hold at 0645 hours.Protestant Church parade held at 1000 hours. Last service by H/Flt. Lt. Brown. Solo rendered byFlying Officer C. Edgar (C8676). Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.CO

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12-11-42 Normal routine. Harvard 2833 Pilot Officer Bisson arrived 1702 hours departed 1740hours for Calgary. Plane returned next day for storage. Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

13-1-42 A Major accident took place to one of the Station aircraft today (1) Battle #2067 (2)Cause: Obscure (3) Location: 8 miles N.E. Picture Butte (4) Pilot R125977 SGT Lawson, D.W.and student aircrew, R109221 LAC Foster, W.E. and R103794 LAC Dewis, M.W. (5) Extent ofdamage: Totally destroyed (6) Injuries: NIL. This plane was doing a routine camera gunschedule when it caught fire. The accident is being fully investigated. Maximum possible flyingtime 8:45 hours.

14-1-42 Mr. Jenkins, Command Signal examination officer reported on Station to give signaltest to course No. 23 W.O.A.G’s and course No.33 A.O.S.Wing Commander I.B. Newbigging, No.4 T.C. Signals Officer, visited, this Station today anddeparted for Calgary with Wing Commander Newbigging.Flt. Lt, S.A. Cheesman (C2001) O.C. Flying left for Edmonton to pick up Fleet aircraft which isbeing donated to Air Force Cadets to be dismantled and used for instructional purposes. Still nobuildings provided on Air Firing and Bombing Range. Commanding Officer taking very seriousview, as training is seriously retarded as a result, of no accommodation for personnel andequipment on the ranges.Four hours 40 minutes time lost, due to unserviceable aircraft, by drogue and gunnery flights.Bombing flight operated full day. Maximum possible Flying Time 9:10 hours.

15-1-42 Crane and Equipment from No. l0 Repair Depot, Calgary arrived to remove wreckageBattle plane 2067.2nd Lt. L.M. Proctor and 2nd Lt. M.D. Eberts, U.S. Air Corps Ferry Command, Long Beach,California arrived at this Station with two Harvard aircraft for Swift Current. One of theseplanes was unserviceable and was left at this Station until arrangements could be made forrepairs.60 Air Cadets from Lethbridge were given drill by their own instructors in the drill hall at thisStation.H/Flt. Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657) reported for duty as Chaplain from #2 I.T.S. Regina. Dinner washeld in the officers' mess at 1800 hours followed by a mess meeting. Dinner and meeting werepresided over by Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer of the Station.

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15-1-42 Bolingbroke aircraft 9019 Flt. Lt. Delaney arrived 1049 hours departed 1422 hours forSuffield. Crane aircraft 7764 Flying Officer Madden arrived 1406 hours departed 1423 hours forClaresholm. Full day flying by all flights. Maximum possible Flying Time 9:00 hours.

16-1-42 H/Squadron Leader W.B. Willans (C4158) No. 4 T.C. Chaplain visited the Station. Station kit inspection was held. Maximum Possible Flying Time 9:00 hours.

17-1-42 Normal Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time 9:00 hours

18-1-42 Course No. 23 composed of 22 RCAF airmen graduated 21 W.O.A.G’s who were postedas follows: 17 to “Y” Depot - 2 to #32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay, B.C. - 1 to #31 O.T.U. Debert,- N.S.- 1 to No.3 W.S. Winnipeg for further training in Signals and 1 transferred to Course No.24. Twoairmen were granted commissions.R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours and conducted by H/Flt. Lt. E.W. Griffin. All R.C.personnel attended.Protestant Church parade conducted by H/Flt. Lt. F.L. Scott at 1000 hours. This was the firstservice conducted by Flt. Lt. Scott since arrival on the Station. All available personnel attended.Maximum possible Flying Time (9:00 hours.)

19-1-42 Pilot Officer I.C. Nelson (C7l40) reported from Air Armament School, Mountain View.Course No. 25 composed of 36 RCAF Air Gunners commenced training, reporting from No. 1and No. 3 Manning Depots.Course No. 35 composed of 20 Australian Air Observers commenced training, reporting fromNo. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton.


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19-1-42 The entire Station was on Station Drill Parade from 0800 to 1015 hours, under thedirection of Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer. Maximum Possible Flying Time 9:00 hours.

20-1-42 Entire Station on Station Drill parade 0800 to 1000 hours under the direction of WingCommander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time 9:l5 hours.

21-1-42 Flying Officer P.O. Laidlaw (06202) from No.15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm reported asPresident of the Drill Test Board.Entire Station on Station Drill parade from 0800 to 0930 hours under the direction of WingCommander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer.The weather today is exceptional. Maximum temperature 58º, clear, clouds 10,000 feet.Maximum Possible Flying Time 9:l5 hours.

22-1-42 Approximately 60 Air Cadets from Lethbridge reported on the Station and were takenover by Flt. Lt. W.B. Smith (C1930) and split up in groups of six and given instruction by seniorN.C.O.'s on instrument repair, parachute repair and construction, electrical work and theremainder of the time on fitting and rigging.First night bombing exercises carried out by trainees. Six aircraft took part. 22 Studentscompleted 22 3B exercises each dropping 4 bombs. Total flight time of the six aircraft 14:30hours over a period from 1900 to 2350 hours.flying washed out 5 hours 50 minutes due to exceptionally high winds. Maximum possible flyingtime 3:50 hours.

23-1-42 Mr. Miller, Mayor of Taber, called at the Station regarding low flying aeroplanes overhis town. After some discussion he stated that there was apparently no trouble from aircraft ofthis Unit as offenders were twin engine aircraft.Most of the day washed out for flying due to exceptionally high winds. Maximum possible flyingtime 2:30 hours.

24-1-42 Normal routine.Flying washed out part of the day due to high winds. Maximum possible flying time 4:30 hours.

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25-1-42 R.C. Church parade held at 0645 hours and conducted by H/Flt. Lt. R.W. Griffin. AllR.C. personnel attended.Wing parade of entire Station held at 1330 hours. Wing and Ceremonial drill carried out underthe direction of Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer. Maximum possible flyingtime - NIL

26-1-42 INSPECTOR GENERAL’S INSPECTION TODAY. Air Vice-Marshall G.M. Croil(C65) A.F.C. Inspector General accompanied by: Air Commodore A.T N. Cowley (C9) ADCACC #4 T.C. - Wing Commander S.G.Cowan (C158) Equipment No. 4 T.C. - Squadron LeaderR.D. Byers (C1298) No. 4 T.C. - Flight Lieutenant G.P. Dymond (C1968) P.A. to InspectorGeneral - Flight Lieutenant W. Thornber (C141) Armament No. 4 T.C. - Flight Lieutenant A.T.

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Mason (C2273) P.A. to ACC. arrived at Station 0930 hours in Cessna Planes. An inspection ofall personnel on parade was made by the Inspector General. A march past in column of routeand General Salute in review order was carried out. A General Inspection of the Station wascarried out. Entire party guests at special luncheon in Officers' Mess attended by all officers ofthe Station. Party remained for supper departing for Marquis Hotel, Lethbridge approximately2000 hours.Flt. Lt. D.S. Ross (C2010) No. 4 T.C. Photographic Officer visited Station and inspectedPhotographic Section. Arrived with Inspector General's party. Flying washed out due toInspector General's visit 4 hours 10 minutes. Maximum possible flying time 9:15 Hours.

27-1-42 Mr. Jenkins, Command Morse Examiner gave a test to Course #34 A. Observers, insignals. All were found to be proficient and passed.Mr. Jenkinson, Supervisor Canadian Legion B.E.S.L. Auxiliary Services, visited Station todayand installed a new supervisor, Mr. W.L. Kew. Present incumbent Mr. T. Atkins being postedoverseas.Inspector General accompanied by his P.A. Flt. Lt. Dymond made a short visit at Station at


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27-1-42 0900 hours and entire party departed by planes for No.34 S.F.T.S. Medicine Hat, Alta.at approximately 0920 hours. Harvard No. 954 Pilot W.H. Brooks arrived 1600 hours departed0950 hours 28-1-4-2 landed at Medicine Hat. Harvard No. 984 Pilot H. Paschang arrived l600hours departed 0950 hours 28-l-42 landed in Havre, Montana. Harvard No.985 Pilot N.T.Cornell arrived 1600 hours departed 0950 hours 28-l-42 Crashed - killed vicinity of MapleCreek. - Harvard No.986 Pilot E.L. Carpenter arrived l600 hours departed 0950 hours 28-1-42 -Landed at Maple Creek, Sask, with little damage. Harvard #987 Pilot H.W. Moseley arrived1600 hours departed 0950 hours 28-l-42 - Crashed - Killed vicinity Maple Creek. The abovecrashes and forced landing are supposedly due to icing conditions. Flying Officer J.K. Young(C6979) posted DO AD AFHQ Ottawa. Had just been three weeks at this School. He had takenover Supervision of Ranges and was doing a good job. Posted without warning which meant thatinexperienced officer was obliged to take over Range duties. No change for continuity insupervision of this most important aspect of Bombing & Gunnery School work.Full day of flying.Maximum possible flying time 9:30 hours.

28-1-42 Mr. Jenkins, No.4 T.C., Command Signal Examiner carried out a test involving CourseNo.24 W.O.A.G.'s. All pupils proficient and passed signal test. Pilot Officer W.J. McGill (C6445) Aeronautical Engineer reported from School of Aeronautics,Montreal.Wing Commander W.E. Kennedy, Commanding Officer, No.15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm and Flt. Lt.J. Constabaris (C1087) arrived in Cessna 8676 at 1200 hours departed for Medicine Hat.

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29-1-42 Flt. Lt. E.O.W. Hall (C1689) from AFHQ, Ferry Squadron arrived with three N.C.O'sand 15 aircraftmen to take over the Lethbridge Detachment of the AFHQ Ferry Command.Flt. Lt. D.R. Easton (C4172) D.P.M.O. No. 4 T.C. visited Station. Bolingbroke 9027 Piloted by Pilot Officer D.E. Arnold (J5107) employing the followingpersonnel: R86424 SGT Roberts, G.R. as Navigator; R53552 SGT Casselman, D.J. as fitter;R68624 LAC Grace, Norman as wireless operator crashed two miles west of the Aerodrome dueto a dead port engine and causes which are presently being investigated through a Court ofInquiry.- All four occupants of the plane managed to scramble out with only slight injuries butthe plane and contents were totally destroyed by fire. This plane was being ferried by No. 8 BRSquadron, Sea Island, Vancouver, B.C.


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29-1-41 Lethbridge Air Cadets were given instruction under the direction of Flt. Lt. W.E.Smith(C1930). Maximum possible flying time 9:30 hours.

30-1-42 Oxford 274 Pilot Wing Commander Scragg, No. 34 S.F.T.S. Medicine Hat arrived 1545hours departed 1730 hours for Medicine Hat.Cessna No. 8670 Flying Officer Bates; No. 8672 SGT Townson: No. 8687 SGT Wheeler - flightleader; took off for Spokane. Received report at approximately 1800 hours of safe arrival. Course No. 33 Air Observers graduated 19 airman out of 20. - 1 posted to Course No. 34. Theywere posted to No. 1 A.N.S. Rivers, Manitoba.- Wings presentation held by Wing CommanderW.A. Jones, Commanding Officer. - l4 RCAF 5 RAAF received their Wing. Flying washed out0800 to 1245 hours. Maximum possible flying time 3:30 hours.

31-1-42 Normal Routine.Maximum possible flying time 9:30 hours.

Total flying time for the month of January: Training - 1364:40 Testing - 73:05 Total 1437.45 hours.

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1-2-42 Strength as at the first of February: RCAF Officer 64 RCAF Airman 730 Trainee 104 Other than RCAF 7 Civilians 74 R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W.Griffin (C9882).Protestant Church parade for all personnel not on essential duties, conducted at 1000 hours byH/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657) Station Chaplain.Course No.24 composed of 26 RCAF W.O.A.G. graduated 24 airmen and were posted asfollows: 9 pasted to No.31 OTU Debert, N.S.; 15 to No. l "Y" Depot, Halifax; 2 transferred tosubsequent courses. Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer presented Wings tothe graduates. Ceremony held in the G.I.S. building due to high prevailing wind. Twograduates were commissioned.Night Flying Time 3:30 hours, 10 exercises carried out and 59 bombs dropped. Maximumpossible flying time 2:45 hours.

2-2-42 Course No.26 composed of 33 RCAF Wireless Air Gunners reported from No. 2Wireless School, Calgary, to commence training.Pilot Officer Love, from Suffield, visited the Station, and intends to return at a later date to givelectures on navigation.Course No. 36 composed of 4 RAAF and 15 RCAF Air Observers reported from No. 2 AOS,Edmonton, Alberta, to commence training.Harvard No.3833 transferred to No.2 B. & G. School, Mossbank, Sask.Horseman No.680 arrived 1640 hours with four of a crew. Pilot F/t. Lt. Dobson. Took off1655 hours for Suffield. Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.


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3-2-42 Flt. Lt. A. S. Turnbull. (C2860) No.4 T.C. Guard Officer, visited the Station to conferwith Flying Officer F.H. Ryder, Station D.A.P.M.Water main for Officers Quarters, Mess and Station Hospital burst. Repairs being effected, andin the meantime water requires to be hauled from other parts of the Station. Maximum possibleflying time 10:00 hours.

4-2-42 Turning very cold and snow falling after several weeks of beautiful weather. Flying Officer G.W. Schafer (C6035) held an audition on the Station to select airmen willing toco-operate to form a Concert Party and visit nearby towns to encourage the sale of VictoryBonds of the new War Loan. Some very good talent uncovered and an excellent programmearranged.Maximum possible flying time 6:00 hours.

5-2-42 Flying Officer H.A. Sloan (C7310), No. 4 T.C. Motor Transport, arrived to check theestablishment of Motor Transport Equipment on the Station.Flt. Lt. T.R. Walker (C1869) No. 4 T.C. messing officer visited the Station to check messingsituation. Found everything to be in good order except possible improvement of staff personnel.Air Vice-Marshal E.W. Havers, Director General of Equipment, RAF, accompanied by WingCommander M.H. Robinson, RAF, AFHQ equipment, visited Station arriving by Trans-CanadaAirlines. Plane for the East being delayed they visited on the Station and were shown alloperations by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander W. A. Jones. Party remained forlunch and tea and departed by T.C.A. at 1800 hours.Telephone request from Squadron Leader Wheatley, No. l Advance Party, Pearce, Alta. toaccommodate overnight 29 personnel being moved to Neepawa, Manitoba. No accommodationavailable, and further request made that this Station provide drivers for four trucks and one staffcar, and store same in our M.T. Section until called for. This was arranged. Three Sergeants“Gunnery Instructors” with machine guns gave instruction at the Normal School to theLethbridge Air Cadets.Flying washed out all day. Low Overcast. Maximum possible flying time - NIL

6-2-42 Wing Commander R.A. Cameron.(C137) arrived from Western Air Command, Victoria.RAF33057 Wing Commander K. Gray, No. 4 T.C. SAO arrived from Calgary. Both remained fordiscussions regarding armament training. Maximum possible flying time 7:00 hours.


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7-2-42 Wing Commander R.A. Cameron departed for Medicine Hat, and Wing CommanderGray departed for Calgary.Douglas D.C. with a crew U.S. Army Air Corps arrived at this Station from Alaska., departingnext day for Washington.

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Flying washed out all day. Low overcast.Maximum possible Flying time NIL

8-2-42 R.C. Church parade held at 0645 hours and conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin.Protestant Church Parade held at 1000 hours and conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott. All personnelnot on essential duties attended. Maximum possible flying time 9:15 hours.

9-2-42 Squadron Leader E.C. Millar (C945) Senior Equipment Officer reported from No.5S.F.T.S. Brantford, Ontario.Squadron Leader Hildritch, Australian Liaison Officer, visited Station and conferred with theCommanding Officer concerning RAAF personnel.R61977 Sergeant Stewart, G.A. in charge signals instruction at G.I.S. gave Morseinstruction to Lethbridge Air Cadets at the Lethbridge Collegiate.Night flying time 8:00 hours, 22 exercises carried out and 101 bombs dropped.Record day of flying 143 completed exercises.

10-2-42 Squadron Leader R.D.P. Blagrave (C814) from No. 18 E.F.T.S. reported on the Stationfor Temporary Duty.Flt. Lt. W.E. Robinson, P.T. & Drill Instructor from No.4 T.C. arrived on this Station inconnection with setting up drill and P.T. classes.Night flying time 5:10 hours, 13 exercises carried out and 70 bombs dropped. Maximum possible flying time 9:45 hours.


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11-2-42 Pilot Officer G.W. Brown (C9787) "Accounts" arrived from No .1 Manning Depot,Toronto reporting for duty.Mr. A.G. McNaughton from No.4 Training Command, Treasury Department, arrived on theStation and interviewed Flt. Lt. O.W. Durdin (C3622) re civilian employees. Flying washed out. Low overcast, snow and fog. Maximum possible flying time NIL

12-2-42 A preview of the concert party arranged by this Station in conjunction with MissEvelyn Dinsmoor (Miss Sunshine) from California, to promote Victory Loan drive was held inthe Station Hall. Master of Ceremony, Flying Officer G.W. Schafer (C6035) had organized anexcellent programme and same was enjoyed by 35 officers and approximately 200 airmen of theStation personnel. A charge of 25 cents was made to go towards sport funds of this Station, andapproximately $55. was collected.Squadron Leader R.D.P. Blagrave (C814) left for No. 7 S.F.T.S. on instruction from No. 4 T.C.as member of a court of inquiry to inquire into a crash at that Station. Maximum possible flying time 6:50 hours.CO

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13-2-42 Flying Officer C.B. Hamilton (C4834) Staff pilot, reported for duty from No. 3 B. & G. School MacDonald, Manitoba.Squadron Leader Penman, RAF, No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank visited Station. Wings presentation for graduates Air Observer Course No.34 was held at 1500 hours on theStation parade ground. Wing Commander W. A. Jones, Commanding Officer Officiating. Thiscourse graduated 22 pupils comprised of 5 RAAF 3 RAF 14 RCAF. All were posted to No. lAir Navigation School, Rivers, Manitoba. Maximum possible flying time 9:45 hours.

14-2-42 Flt. Lt. R.H. Andrews (C2332) AFHQ, Work & Buildings, on his way through toOttawa visited the Station.Ian Hunter, Movie Actor from Hollywood, visiting several southern Alberta points inconjunction with the promotion of the Victory Loan Drive, visited the Station and lunched at theOfficers' Mess. He was introduced to all the officers.Wings presentation to graduating Air Gunners Course No.25 was conducted by WingCommander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer at 1500 hours in the Station Drill Hall. Thiscourse graduate 21 pupils, all RCAF, posted to No. 1 "Y" Depot. 4 Failures were posted toK..T.S. Trenton and 13 holdovers were transferred to course No.26. This course proved to bethe most difficult to train since the Station opened. Considerable trouble was experienced with anumber of U.S. enlistments in the R.C.A.F.Maximum possible flying time 6:45 hours.


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15-2-42 R. C. Church parade held at 0645 hours and conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin.Protestant Church Parade held at 1000 hours and conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott, StationChaplain. Battle aircraft No.2064, pilot Flying Officer C.B. Hamilton (C4834) forced landed atRaymond, Alberta. A very heavy blizzard blew in during the afternoon without any warning,necessitating the quick grounding of all planes. Those equipped with two way radioexperienced no difficulty but those not so equipped were very difficult to handle from ControlTower due to the very heavy billiard prevailing.Cessna aircraft No.861, 8694, 8686, Sergeants Pilot Wheeler, Townson and Flying Officer Bates,AFHQ Ferry Squadron took off for Spokane en route to Western Air Command, Patricia BayUnit.Maximum possible flying time 5:00 hours.

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Signals Instruction, at the Collegiate in Lethbridge. Reports progress satisfactory. Maximumpossible flying time 9:45 hours.

17-2-42 Squadron Leader R.D.P. Blagrave (C8l4) reported to this Station on 10-2-42, detailedfor Court of Inquiry at #7 S.F.T.S. 12-2-42, returned l4-2-42. Detailed for General Court Martialat #32 E.F.T.S., Bowden, Alberta, 18-2-42 required to depart 17-2-42. The services of thisOfficer were urgently required at this School and to date his temporary duty off this station hasdeprived this School of his assistance.Night flying time 8:10 hours, 19 exercises carried out and 85 bombs dropped. Maximumpossible flying time 10:30 hours.

18-2-42 Flt. Lt. Henry, AFHQ Ferry Squadron, in charge Bolingbroke 904 after being held forseveral weeks due to various delays finally took off for Vancouver.Night flying time 9:40 hours. 20 exercises carried out and 103 bombs dropped Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.


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19-2-42 Flt. Lt. A.G. Byng-Hall, RAF, visited the Station and conducted several lectures topilots and students of the Ground Instructional School.Squadron Leader R.D.P. Blagrave returned to this Station.Night flying time 7:00 hours. 19 Exercises carried out and 97 bombs dropped.Maximum possible flying time 5:00 hours. (day)

29-2-42 Official opening of the Officers Mess took place with a formal dance at 2100 hours. A total of 110 couples attended. Music was provided by the Royal Albertans Orchestra ofLethbridge. Group Captain A.L. James (C83) Commanding Officer No. 7 S.F.T.S. MacLeod,Alta and Mrs. James; Wing Commander W. A. Jones, Commanding Officer of the Station, andMrs. Jones; Flt. Lt. J.M. Lees, Medical Officer of this Station, and Mrs. Lees were the receptioncommittee. Visitors and guests were as follows: RCAF Personnel: Wing Commander C. A.Davidson, No. 4 T.C. HQ., Calgary; Wing Commander W.E. Kennedy (C174) CommandingOfficer No.15 SFTS Claresholm, and Mrs. Kennedy; Flt. Lt. L. de S. Duke (C2656) AFHQ,Ottawa; Flying Officer A.W. Adams and Mrs Adams, No.34 SFTS, Medicine Hat and FlyingOfficer Anderton of Medicine Hat. ARMY personnel: Brigadier-General J.S. Stewart and MrsStewart; Lt-Colonel G.S. Brown and Mrs. Brown; Capt. T.E. Brown and Mrs. Brown. CIVILIAN guests: Miss Evelyn Dinsmoor (Miss Sunshine) of California; Dr. and Mrs. A.S.Fumerton of Lethbridge; Mr. A Mrs. Chas. MacMillan, Manager of the local branch of the RoyalBank of Canada and wife; Mr. Gordon Frisby, Manager Lethbridge Breweries and Mrs. Frisby.Maximum possible flying time NIL

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2-2-42 R.C. Church parade held at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin.Protestand Church parade held at 1630 hours, and consisted of all personnel not on essentialduties. A Wing formed up on the tarmac. An inspection was held by Wing Commander W.A.Jones, Commanding Officer with a march past prior to proceeding to "D" Hangar for serviceconducted by the Station Chaplain H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657).Flt. Lt. Doke, DFC - Liaison Officer AFHQ, reported on the Station from No.15 SFTSClaresholm by Air.Maximum possible flying time NIL

23-2-42 Station conducted a funeral party for R131547 LAC Huculak, M. who died frominjuries sustained in a crash at No.5 EFTS, High River, Alta. on 19-2-42. Services wereconducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin (C9882) at St. Patrick's Church. A full funeral party etc. wasprovided in charge


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23-2-42 (Cont’d) of Flt. Lt. W.E. Smith (C1930) Senior Engineer Officer. 6 Lacs pall bearersand 1 Lac Trumpeter were provided.Instructions were given to the Lethbridge Air Cadets, for one hour by Sergeant Stewart, G.A.Battle No.52 forced landed on the Bombing range due to engine trouble. Pilot Flying OfficerV.J. Staley (C5847).Night flying time 6:15 hours. 21 exercises carried out and 111 bombs dropped. Maximumpossible flying time 8:15 hours .

24-2-42 Normal Routine.Night Flying Time 17:50 hours. 45 Exercises carried out and 207 bombs dropped.Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

25-2-42 Normal Routine. Excellent for training in general.Night flying time 6:00 hours. 8 exercises carried out and 50 bombs dropped. Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

26-2-42 Captain H.K. Brown, C.D.C. Calgary, visited Station in connection with adding anassistant dentist to present staff.Sale of War Loan Bonds to Duty Watch No. l netted $2,100.00, as a result of a talk in the G. I. S.building, by Wing Commander W. A. Jones, Commanding Officer.Flying Officer G. Bell, (C2475) Equipment officer, reported for duty from Rockliffe. Nightflying time NIL.17 Exercises carried out l6l bombs dropped. Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

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27-2-42 Wings presentation to 20 Australians, graduates Air Observer Course No.35, by WingCommander W. A. Jones, Commanding. Ceremony held on the Station parade ground. Allposted to No. 1 Air Navigation School, Rivers, Manitoba.


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27-2-42 (Cont’d) R96931 SGT Sams, E.L. "Air Gunner" graduate from Course No.25, who washospitalized died suddenly this morning from an obscure reason. R243354 AC2 McHenry, John,suffering from at mental condition which struck him this morning, was escorted to ShaughnessyMilitary Hospital, Vancouver, B.C. for a check up before admission to Essondale Hospital inBritish Columbia.Sale of War Bonds to Duty Watch No.2 netted $1500.00 as a result of a talk in the G.I.S.Building by Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer.Night flying time 15:50 hours. 58 Exercises carried out and 287 bombs dropped. Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

28-2-42 flying Officer L.H. McBride (C3794) No. 4 T.C. Trade Test Officer arrived fromClaresholm by Air for Trade Test Board Operations.Flt. Lt. T.G. Crotty (C3620) AFHQ Staff Officer visited the Station.Wings parade was held for graduates Air Gunners Course No.26. with Wing Commander W.A.Jones Commanding Officer, making the presentation. All were RCAF personnel and wereposted as follows: 10 to WAC Victoria; 1 to No. 32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay; 6 to No.31 O.T.U.Debert and 5 to No.31 O.T.U. Debert reporting to RAF Ferry Command, Dorval Airport; 16 toNo.l "Y" Depot Halifax. One failed signal and was posted to No.2 W.S. Calgary for furthertraining and 4 ceased training were posted to K.T.S. Trenton, Ont. 3 were held over for courseNo.27. Maximum possible flying time : NILTotal flying time for the month of January: Training: 1237.35 Testing: 51.05 1288.40 hours

Strength as at 28th of February: RCAF Officers 62 RCAF Airmen 697 Trainees 155 Civilians 90 Other than RCAF 7Total number of aircraft on charge this date: 62 Fairey Battle, 1 Harvard.Total aeroplanes delivered this month : 2 Fairey Battle 1 Harvard (Out)

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1-3-42 Strength as at the first of March: RCAF Officers 62 RCAF Airmen 697 Trainees 155 Civilians 90 Other than RCAF 7R.C. Church parade was held at 06 45 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.TT. Griffin (C9882). All personnel attended. Protestant Church parade was held in the drill hall at 1500 hours. Inspection of the parade wasmade by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander W.A. Jones, prior to the service. Serviceconducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657) Station Chaplain. All personnel not on essentialduties attended.Maximum possible flying time 7:30 hours.

Flying Officer T.W. Saunders (C8496) of No. 3 Recruiting Centre, Edmonton, reported on theStation for educational and instructional purposes. Flying Officer L.H. McBride (C3794) No. 4Training Command, Trade Teat Board, arrived on the Station and commenced Trade Tests.Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

3-3-42 Normal Routine.Victory Loan Campaign for Duty Watch No. 4 resulted in subscription of $2500.00. The totalsubscription to date on the Station amounts to approximately $12300.00. Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

4-3-42 Wing Commander I.B. Newbigging, (RAF26118) No. 4 Training Command, CSO,visited the Station in connection with Signal facilities. John P. White, W.G. Evans, representingInspector General, Inspection Board United Kindgom and Canada, Ottawa, visited the Station inconnection with repair facilities and fitting of boots generally.Flight Lieutenant E.C. Herring (C2202) No. 2 Training Command, Winnipeg, passed through onhis way to No. 4 Training Command, Calgary, Alberta.

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4-3-42 (Cont’d) Squadron Leader H.O. Madden (C1047) Officer Commanding No. 124 FerrySquadron, Rockcliffe, arrived on the Station at 1730 hours. Visited in connection with the localdetachment of the 124 Ferry Squadron under command of Flight Lieutenant E.O.W. .Hall(C1689) - The party arrived in six Cessna aeroplanes. Included in the party were thefollowing: Flight Lieutenant L.B. Scott (C5730) Squadron Equipment Officer; Flying OfficerF.R. Bates (C3818); Flying Officer O.T. Johnson, Sergeants Wheeler and Roberts.Flying washed out half day due to high winds. Maximum possible flying time 5:00 hours.

5-3-42 Flying Officer J.R. Arthur (C2073) and 2357A Flight Sergeant McAfee, H.F. arrived onthe Station from No. 11 Equipment Depot, Calgary, to check over Surplus Equipment. Mobile

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photographic Section from AFHQ, Ottawa, comprised of R62998 AC1 Jones, R.A. and R112547AC2 Bennett, W.E. arrived at 0950 hours 25-2-42. They completed photographing of allavailable personnel and departed for No.34 EFTS, RAF, Assiniboia, Sask. at 1820 hours by rail,on instruction of the A.O.C. No. 4 Training Command.Flying Officer L.H. McBride (C3794) Trade Test Officer, No .4 Training Command, completedtrade testing and returned to Command Headquarters. Approximately 390 airman were TradeTested in various trades. Duty Watch No.5 subscribed $2,700. to the Victory Loan Campaign. Total subscription todate $15,000.Maximum possible flying time 3:00 - Flying washed out due to high winds.

6-3-42 Flight Lieutenant G.H. Jerome (C2809) APM, No.4 Training Command visited theStation in connection with the Service Police.Sergeant Hoole and Corporal Gough, No.2 Wireless School, Calgary, reported on the Station toassist in instruction of Wireless Operators Ground.Air Vice-Marshal G.O. Johnson (C4) MC Deputy Chief of the Air Staff, accompanied bySquadron Leader P.S. Secord (C1246) Works & Buildings Officer No. 1 Training Command,dropped in to the Station due to delay of the Trans-Canada Airlines to Vancouver, where theywere en route to Western Air Command. They were shown around the Station by theCommanding Officer, remained for lunch and departed later in the day.Flight Lieutenant G.E. Grindley (RAF75693) was taken on Strength 22-2-42 upon returning fromoverseas, reported off leave this date. This officer is an Air Gunner, and is to be employed in AirGunner instruction and aircraft recognition. He has since departed on Temporary Duty oninstruction of No.4 Training Command.Flying Officer M.R. Jordan (C4697) Staff Pilot, reported from C.T.S. Rockcliffe for duty. PilotOfficer J.D. Johnstone (C8280) Armament, reported from RCAF Mountain View for duty.

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6-3-42 (Cont’d) Squadron Leader P.S. Conroy, (C1932) AFHQ, Flight Lieutenant G.H.McMahon (C1975), No. 4 T.C. visited the Station to clear up difficulties in connection withCivilian personnel. Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

7-3-42 Flying Officer R.L. Hamilton (C4835) Staff Pilot, reported for duty from No. 7 B. & G.Paulson.Victory Loan drive completed, approximately 242 subscriptions totalling $18,000. were subscribed at this Unit. Range snowed in.- Night flying NIL.Maximum possible flying time 9:l6 hours.

8-3-42 R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin (C9882)Station Chaplain. All personnel attended.Wing parade and inspection by the Commanding Officer, Wing Commander W.A. Jones, wasfollowed by the Protestant Church Service in the recreation hall at 1630 hours. Service wasconducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657) Station Chaplain.A concert party from Stavely, Alberta, presented a concert in the recreational hall at 2000 hoursfor all personnel. A large attendance enjoyed the good entertainment provided. Night flying

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9-3-42 Flight Lieutenant E.G. Herring (C2202 ) from No.2 Training Command, Winnipeg,reported on the Station for Temporary Duty in connection with operations of the Station ingeneral. Flight Lieutenant W. Thornber (C141) Armament, No.4 Training Command visited theStation. No night flying, weather unfavorable.Flying washed out greatest part of the day, due to high winds. Maximum possible flying time 1:45 hours.

10-3-42 Wing Commander H.N. Compton (C2630) Chief Accountant Officer, No. 4 TrainingCommand, visited the Station and held a conference with the Accounts Officers and made ageneral check up.Mr. Jenkins, No. 4 Training Command Signals Examiner, visited the Station and conducted aTest

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10-3-42 (Cont’d) for the Air Observer Course No. 36.- All passed.Night flying 4:30 hours. All flights flying a full day.Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

11-3-42 Flight Lieutenant A.S. Turnbull (C2860), No. 4 Training Command Security GuardOfficer, visited the Station on a routine inspection.Flight Lieutenant R.O. L’Ami (C4389) No. 4 Training Command Public Relations Officer,visited the Station in connection with general routine work concerning his activities.Mr. Jenkins, No. 4 Training Command Signals Officer conducted a test of Air GunnersCourse 25A. All passed.Night Flying 10:00 hours. Maximum possible flying time 10:15 hours.

12-3-42 Normal Routine.No night flying - Low ceiling. Good day for flying. Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

13-3-42 Flying Officer C.D. Manson (C8893) DAPM reported from No. 2 Training Commandto relieve Flying Officer F.H. Ryder (C2591) DAPM posted to No. 1 B.G.S., Jarvis. LieutenantG.I.M. Robb, C.D.C. No. 4 Training Command, reported for duty. Wings presentation forgraduateds Air Observer Course No. 36 was held at 1500 hours on the Station parade ground. Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer officiating. 15 RCAF, 4 Australiansgraduated and all were posted to No. 1 A.N.S. Rivers, Manitoba. No night flying due to snow and fog. Maximum possible flying time 8:30 hours.

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15-3-42 Flying Officer W.C.M. Barrell (C6885) No. 3 Recruiting Centre, Edmonton, arrived onthe Station for the purpose of instruction in operation of a B.G.S.R.C. Church Parade held at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin (C9882). All RCpersonnel attended.Wings parade and Inspection by the Commanding Officer Wing Commander W.A. Joneswasheld at 1500 hours, followed by presentation of Wings to WOAGs and AGs graduates courseNo. 25a.

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15-3-42 (Cont’d) Course graduated 37 pupils, all RCAF, 2 failures held over to Course No. 26A. 30 posted "Y" Depot, Halifax, and 7 posted to Western Air Command, Victoria. Fourgraduates were commissioned.Wings parade was followed by Protestant Church Service, held in the Recreation Hall andservice conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott, Station Chaplain. Night flying 3:30 hours.Maximum possible flying time 5:15 hours.

16-3-42 Squadron Leader J.R. Frizzle (C375) No. 4 Training Command Navigation,accompanied by Flight Lieutenant J. Gellner (J2822) DFC No. 4 Training Command, AirObserver Bombing Leader, arrived on tour of the Station, Flight Lieutenant Gellner DFCrecently returned from overseas and gave lectures covering his experience to pilots and trainees.Air Commodore A.T.N, Cowley, AOC, No. 4 Training Command accompanied by GroupCaptain G.R. Howsam, Group Captain P.R. Hampton, SPSO, made a casual visit to the Station.Air Commodore Cowley is saying "Au revoir" on posting to AFHQ, Ottawa, Ontario. GroupCaptain Howsam is saying "Hello" on posting as Officer Commanding No. 4 TrainingCommand. 36 pupils, all RCAF, reported from No. 2 Wireless School, Winnipeg to commencetraining for WOAG Course No. 27. 24 pupils all RAAF reported from No. 2 Air ObserverSchool, Edmonton, to commence training for Air Observer Course No. 30.Nursing Sister M.M.F. McCrae (C9631) and Nursing Sister E.I. Dunning (C9630) from No. 3Service Flying Training School Calgary, reported on the Station for duty. These are thefirst nursing .sisters to be posted to this Station.Night Flying 5:00 hours. Maximum possible flying time 8:30 hours.

17-3-42 Flight Lieutenant G.A.P. Brickenden, (C1953) No. 4 Training Command, AuxiliaryOfficer, visited the Station in connection with operation of Auxiliary Services.

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17-3-42 (Cont’d) Approximately 1730 hours, telephone advice was received from SquadronLeader Bailey, Chief Flying Instructor No. 31 Elementary Flying Training School, DeWinton,Alberta, that a Tiger Moth No. 5090 pilot Lao Bates, had forced landed on a ranch 3 miles westof Diamond City, approximately 16 miles from Lethbridge due to shortage of gasoline and oiloccasioned by getting off course and bucking high winds. It was requested we proceed to thescene with gas and oil and either fly the plane back to this Station or place a guard on same forthe night. Flying Officer P.M. Hale, (C3880) proceeded at once by car and flew the plane back

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to this Station, arriving at approximately 2000 hours. LAC Bates was quartered on the Station. Squadron Leader Bailey from No. 31 E.F.T.S. DeWinton, was informed by telephone of thecompleted action taken and he advised planes and pilots would be dispatched to collectaeroplane Tiger Moth 5090 next day. Night Flying 4:00 hours. Maximum possible flying time9:15 hours.

18-3-42 Air Commodore K.G. Nairn, (C585), Air Member for Accounts and Finance, AFHQ,Ottawa, accompanied by Wing Commander H.N. Compton (C2630), SAO, No. 4 TrainingCommand, visited the Station on inspection and departed for Calgary by plane at approximately1100 hours. R51017 Sergeant McCleay, D.E. of 124 Ferry Squadron attached to this Station,suffered a fractured pelvis (no complication) whilst working on Tiger Moth 5090 belonging toNo. 31 E.F.T.S. RAF DeWinton, Alberta. He was adjusting the points of the Starboard magneticwhen the engine back fired. A court of Inquiry is being held. Maximum possible flying time10:00 hours.

19-3-42 Flying Qfficer D.M. Layton (C2967( Staff Pilot reported for duty, after leave, fromCentral Training School, Rockcliffe, Ontario.First moving picture show on the Station was held in the Station Recreation Hall at 2000 hours. An excellent show was provided in collaboration with the Capital Theatre of Lethbridge. Approximately 180 personnel attended. Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

20-3-42 14 Stearman planes arrived on the Station ferried by pilots of No. 124 Ferry Squadron.These planes are designed for use by No. 36 Elementary Flying Training School, RAF,Pearce, Alberta.Night Flying Nil - low overcastMaximum possible flying time 9:30 hours.

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21-3-42 Squadron Loader G.F. Stewart (C2603) No.4 Training Command, arrived on the Stationto interview his son R1S2099 AC2 Stewart, D.F.Seven Stearman planes ferried by 124 Ferry Squadron arrived on the station on their way to No.36 EFTS RAF, Pearce, Alta.Maximum possible flying time 8:30 hours.

22-3-42 R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W.Griffin (C9882). All personnel attended.Protestant Church parade held in the Recreation Hall at 1630 hours. Service conducted byH/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657) Station Chaplain.Flying washed out practically all day due to high wind. Maximum possible flying time 3 Hours.

23-3-42 Captain C.C. Casewell, C.D.C. from No. 3 SFTS, Calgary, reported on Temporaryduty to relieve Lieutenant G.I.M. Robb who was admitted to the hospital with Mumps.Two Stearman planes ferried by 124 Ferry Squadron arrived at the Station on their way to 36

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24-3-42 Mr. Jenkins, Signals Examiner No.4 Training Command reported on the Station toexamine Course No.37, Air Observers and Course No. 26A, Wireless Operator Air Gunners. All course No.37 passed their test. Two failures in course 26A were posted to No.2 WirelessSchool, Calgary for further Morse Training. Night flying 5:30 hours.Maximum possible flying time 9:00 hours.

25-3-42 Normal Routine. Two Stearman planes ferried by 124 Ferry Squadron arrived at the Station on their, way to 36EFTS, RAF, Pearce, Alberta.Morning flying washed out due to low overcast. Maximum possible flying time 4:00 hours.

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26-3-42 2449 SGT Hooper, F.R. No. 4 Training Command, reported on the Station to checkMaintenance Publications. Wing Commander K. Gray (RAF33057) No.4 Training Command,SAO, & Flight Lieutenant E.C. Briese (C1591) Armament, No.4 T.C. arrived on the Stationaccompanied by Wing Commander Kent, RAF. Wing Commander Kent was on a tour ofCanadian Stations and gave a talk to all officers and trainees, relating his experiences with anRAF Fighter Squadron overseas. Wing Commander Kent departed by T.C.A. for Vancouver at1200 hours. Group Captain F.A. Sampson (C101) Officer Commanding No.4 TrainingCommand and Group Captain P.R. Hampton, SPSO, No. 4 T.C. visited the Station on their waythrough by T.C.A. to Calgary. Night flying 4 hours - Full day of flying Maximum possible flying time: 12½ hours.

27-3-42 Wings Presentation was held on the Station parade Ground at 1500 hours for graduatesAir Observer Course No. 37. Wing Commander W. A. Jones, Commanding Officer officiating. 32 pupils graduated, comprising 26 RAAF, 3 RAF, and 3 RCAF. All were posted to No. l AirNavigation School, Rivers, Man. Full day of flying.Maximum possible flying time 12½ hours.

28-3-42 Wing presentation by Wing Commander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer was held at1500 hours on the Station parade Ground. Wings presented to Graduates Air Gunners CourseNo. 26A.- 30 pupils graduated, comprising 6 RAAF, 23 RCAF, 1 RNZAF.- They were posted asfollows: 3 RAAF 16 RCAF to No. l "Y" Depot, Ha1ifax; 5 RCAF 1 RNZAF to 31 OTU RAFDebert, N.S. on attachment to RAF Ferry Command Dorval, Que; 3 RAAF to No.36 OTU RAFGreenwood, N.S.- . 2 RCAF Signal failures were posted to No.2 Wireless School, Calgary, forfurther instruction. 5 RCAF and 1 RAAF were held over for course No.27. - 1 held over toCourse No.27 pending discharge proceedings. 1 RAAF and 2 RCAF were commissioned.Captain C.C. Casewell, C.D.C. returned to No.3 SFTS, Calgary, completing a period ofTemporary Duty as relief for Captain J.E. Carson, C.D.C. attached to this unit who returnedfrom leave. Maximum possible flying time 10½ hours.

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29-3-42 R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin(C9882). All personnel attended. Wing parade held on the Station parade ground at 1430 hours. Parade marched to the recreation hall where a short service was conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott,Station Chaplain, followed by the showing of the picture "One Foot in Heaven" kindly loaned bythe Capitol Theatre of Lethbridge.At approximately 1800 hours this Station received a visit from Colonel Ralston. Minister ofRational Defence; Major Power, Minister of National Defence for Air; Honorable IanMcKenzie, Minister Department of Pensions and National Health; Air Marshal L.S. Breadner(C39) DSC, Chief of the Air Staff; Wing Commander T.C. Macfarlane (C1114), AFHQ, andSquadron Leader Marlow Kennedy. The party called on their way to Western Air Commandand were prevailed upon to remain for supper in the Officers' Mess. The party departed byplane for Western Air Command at approximately 2100 hours. Maximum possible flying time2:30 hours.

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30-3-42 Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C182) reported for duty from No.3 B. & G. School,MacDonald, Man.Wing Commander J.A. Verner (C177) SAEO, No.4 Training Command arrived by plane fromCalgary, with Flying Officer H.E. Bishop (C5206) and Mr. Fynch, Representative Rolls RoyceMotors.Air Observer Course No.40 reported from No.2 Air Observer School, Edmonton to commenceTraining. - 29 pupils reported comprised of 1 RAF, 4 RAAF, 1 RNZAF and 23 RCAF.THE Station hold its first wedding at 1700 hours. The ceremony was performed by H/F/Lt.L.C. Scott, Station Chaplain, who united in marriage Flight Sergeant Mulock, F.M. (R65214)Station Sergeant Major, and Miss Frances Elizabeth Davidson, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J. FrankDavidson of Lethbridge. Appropriate music was rendered by airmen of the Station. A banquetwas later served to upwards of ninety guests in the Sergeants' Mess. Toasts to the King and tothe bride were proposed by Flight Lieutenant S.A. Cheesman (C2001) and a presentation to thenewly married couple was made by Flying Officer Q.W. Schafer (C6035)t A dance followed thebanquet. Flight Sergeant Mulock and Mrs. Mulock left on Tuesday for Brandon, Man., to whichpoint the groom has been transferred. Maximum possible flying time 8:00 hours.

31-3-42 Lecture by Mr. Fynch of Rolls Royce Motors, on Merlin Engines was given toMechanics in the morning and to Staff Pilots and Officers in ths Evening.Muster parade of all Station personnel was held at 1900 hours with a talk from WingCommander W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer, prior to the regular end of the month pay parade.Air Gunners Course No. 28 reported on the Station from No.2 Wireless School, Calgary, fortraining. 29 pupils reported, comprised of 22 RCAF, 6 RNZAF, and 1 RAAF. Maximum possible flying time 6:00 hours.

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1-4-42 Strength as at the First of April: RCAF Officers 69 RCAF Airmen 641 Trainees 155 Other then RCAF 9 Civilians 90 964

Lieutenant Colonel R.H. McDougal, C.D.C. No.4 Training Command arrived on the Station fora routine examination of the Dental Clinic.Squadron Leader W.J. Bundy (C264) reported for duty from No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank,Sask. Squadron Leader J.R. Frizzle (C375) No.4 T.C. Navigation Officer, Flight Lieutenant A.S.Turnbull (C2860) Command Guard Officer, Flight Lieutenant Bowman, W.M. (C4678) incharge Air Cadets No.4 Training Command, visited Station in connection with various duties.R51062 W.O.I Bogden, F. reported for duty from RCAF Station, East Calgary.Night flying entirely washed out due to low ceiling. Flying for part of the day washed out due tohigh wind.Maximum possible flying time 4:00 hours.

2-4-42 Mr. G.H. Shore, Representative of Lorain Cranes Ltd., visited the Station in connectionwith this Equipment Flight Lieutenant D.G. Ness (C3393)W & B No.4 Training Command,arrived on the Station in connection with a Board of Officers for taking over heating equipmentfrom Metals Limited.Air Vice-marshal L.S. Breadner (C39) Chief of the Air Staff; Major C.G. Power, Minister ofNational Defence Air Vice-Marshal N.R. Anderson, ADC, passed through via T.C.A. to the East.A test fire drill was held at 1700 hours and the Station Fire Department was complimented bythe Fire Chief of the City of Lethbridge for their quick turn out and action. Night flying 1930

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hours to 0045 hours - 5 hours 15 minutes. Maximum possible flying time 8:15 hours.

3-4-42 GOOD FRIDAY. Entire personnel except Duty Watch Pool allowed on pass.The 14th Fighter Squadron arrived on the Station from Ottawa proceeding to Sea Island inCommand of Squadron Leader B.D. Russel (C1319). Squadron consisted of 12 Kitty-Hawks, 2Lockheeds, 2 Harvards. Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

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4-4-42 The 14th Fighter Squadron departed for Sea Island 1315 hours.No night flying due to snow . Maximum possible flying time 9:00 hours.

5-4-42 R.C. Church parade was hold at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin(C9882). All R.C. Personnel attended.Protestant Church parade was held in the drill hall at 1630 hours in charge of Squadron LeaderG.R.F. Gross (C182). Services conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657).Colonel J.L. Ralston, Minis tar of National Defence, arrived on the Station at 1430 hours anddeparted for the East at 1500 hours.The Station was visited by a heavy dust storm, visibility being less than 100 yards. Thisoccurred between 1700 hours and 1900 hours followed by a very heavy wind, whish necessitatedflying being washed out. Maximum possible flying time 8:30 hours.

6-4-42 All officers took drill instruction in the drill hall from 1730 to 1800 hours under thedirection of R51062 W.O. I Bogden, F. Station Sergeant Major. Maximum possible flying time10:00 hours.

7-4-42 Mr. Jenkins, Signals Examiner No.4 Training Command, conducted signals test for AirObserver Course 38. Officers drill instruction carried out from 1730 to 1800 hours by R51062W.O. I Bogden, F.

8-4-41 Section Officer Evans, RCAF, (WD) No.4 Training Command, reported on the Stationfrom No. 15 SFTS, Claresholm, Alberta, to make preparatory arrangements for entry ofWomen's Division on this Station. Mr. Jenkins, Signals Examiner No.4 Training Command,conducted signals test for Wireless Operator Air Gunners course No. 27.Officers drill instruction carried out from 1730 to 1800 hours under the direction of R51062 W.O. I Bogden. Maximum possible flying time 4:30 hours.

9-4-42 Honorary Squadron Leader W.B.Willan (C4158) Command Chaplain made a routinevisit to the Station Flight Lieutenant E.C. Briese (C1591) No.4 Training Command Armament Officer reported onthe Station by Air for a routine visit and to fly a few bombing and gunnery exercises. Maximumpossible flying time 9:45 hours.

10-4-42 Flying Officer J.E. Wright (C6321), Flight Lieutenant J.A.Weddell (C5966) No.2

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Recruiting Centre, Calgary visited the Station while conducting a recruiting campaign inLethbridge. They were shown over the Station and taken for a flight by the CommandingOfficer.Wings presentation for graduates Air Observer Course No. 38 was held at 1500 hours on thestation parade ground. Squadron Leader R.F. Cross (C182) officiating. 22 pupils graduated - 6RAAF, 14 RCAF posted to No.l Air Navigation School, Rivers, Man. 2 RAF posted to No. 31P.D. Moncton, N.B.

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10-4-42 Mr. W.L. Kew Canadian Legion Auxiliary Services Incorporated, reported on theStation to take charge of their hut.Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

11-4-42 Flight Lieutenant E.C. Briese (C1591) No.4 Training Command Armament Officerreturned by Air to Calgary.Wings presentation for graduates Air Gunners Course No. 27 was held at 1500 hours on theStation parade ground. Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C182) officiating. Course graduated 37pupils - 5 RCAF posted to No.31 OTU Debert, N.S. 31 RCAF and 1 RAAF pasted to No.l "Y"Depot, Halifax.- 4 failed for academic reasons and 1 failed for medical reasons.- All held everfor Course No. 28.- 4 commissions were granted to RCAF graduates.Pilot Officer T.P. Millar (J10242) recent graduate of No.15 SFTS, Claresholm, on his way to No.l "Y" Depot came to visit his father Flight Lieutenant T.A. Millar (C4664) Adjutant. Mr. T. Atkins, Canadian Legion Representative, departed from the Station for Headquarters inCalgary having been here since the opening of the Station. Maximum possible flying time 3:00hours.

12-4-4 R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours, services conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W.Griffin. All R.C. personnel attended.Protestant Church parade was not held due to the absence of Flight Lieutenant L.C. Scott.The Sterling Little Theatre Group from Sterling, Alberta, visited the Station and put on the play"The Barretts of Wimpole Street" in the recreation hall at 2000 hours. An excellent performancewas put on and was enjoyed by a large number of personnel.Maximum possible flying time 3.00 hours.

13-4-42 Flight Lieutenant C.A. Burns (C3593) Armament, reported for duly from No.3Training Command. 36 pupils, all RCAF, reported from No.3 Wireless School to commenceTraining for WOAG Course No.29 27 pupils, all RCAF, reported from No. 2 A.O.S. to commence training Air Observer CourseNo.41. Maximum possible flying time 8:30 hours.

14-4-42 William Horder, CPR General Passenger Agent, Winnipeg, visited the Station todiscuss transportation. R51062 W.O. I Bogden, F. was instructed to report for one weekTemporary Duty at No.4 Training Command. Maximum possible flying time 9:00 hours.

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15-4-42 Captain D.R.Bannatyne, C.D.C., No. 4 Training Command arrived by air to Superviseinstallation of X-Ray equipment in the dental clinic.A muster parade of entire Station personnel was held at 1400 hours in the recreation hall for theshowing of a picture and hearing a lecture on V.D. given by Mr. P.T. Cook, ProvincialDepartment of Health. Maximum possible flying time 3:00 hours.

16-4-42 Captain D.R. Bannatyne completed installation of X-Ray equipment at the dental clinicand proceeded by Air to Medicine Hat at 0900 hour. Maximum possible flying time 10:15 hours.

17-4-42 Pilot Officer W.W. Foster (J8788) Staff Pilot, reported from C.T.S. Rockcliffe.Maximum possible flying time 8:45 hours.

18-4-42 Wing Commander J.A. Verner (C177) arrived on the Station by Air from No.15 SFTS,Claresholm for services inspection and left for No. 4 T.C. by car on the 19th. Maximum possibleflying time 9:14 hours.

19-4-42 R.C. Church parade held at 0630 hours. Services conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin(C9882). Protestant Church parade held at 1630 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657).Lethbridge Collegiate Institute presented a musical entertainment at 2000 hours. Approximately275 airmen and Officers attended and an excellent entertainment was enjoyed by all. Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

20-4-42 Air Vice-Marshal G.M.Croil (C65) arrived by T.C.A. at 1440 hours and departed by Airfor Penticton at approximately 1800 hours. No inspections were carried out, the visit being in thenature of a stop-over while on personal affairs. Extremely hot today and theremometer reached80º in the shade and summer dress was made optional.

Group Captain J.M. Murray (C8932); Wing Commander C. Gray (C1724) AFHQ Accounts, arrived on the Station via T.C.A. and discussed accounting problems with the Station SeniorAccounts Officer, Flight Lieutenant J. Johnston (C2473) and departed by T.C.A. for No.4 T.C, atapproximately 2100 hours. Squadron Leader J.B. Harvey (C790) arrived on the Station by T.C.A.for a visit and left for No.4 T.C. at approximately 2100 hours.Flying Officer W. Pilkington (C7162) Link Trainer Instructor, was removed by Air to MacLeodfor appendectomy which was performed successfully by the Station Medical Officer, SquadronLeader J.M. Lees (C4052). Maximum possible flying time 10:30 hours.

21-4-42 Flight Lieutenant L.A. Kane (C5413) No.2 I.T.S. Medical Officer arrived on theStation at 0810 hours to do tonsillectomies at the Station Hospital.Mr. Jenkins, No.4 T.C. Command Signal Examiner arrived on the Station to test WOAG CourseNo. 30 in signals.

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21-4-42 Mr. Gingras from Montreal visited the Station to instruct personnel in the properinstallation and operation of blade attachment for Sicard Snow Plow. Maximum possible flyingtime 10:00 hours.

22-4-42 Mr. Jenkins, No. 4 T.C. Singals Examiner tested Air Observer Course No. 39 Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

23-4-42 Boy Scout Troop from Magrath visited the Station and were conducted on a tour byF/O K.K. Smith (C4435). Maximum possible flying time 11:30 hours.

24-4-42 Wings presentation for Air Observer course No.39 was held at 1500 hours on theStation parade ground. Wing Commander W.A. Jones officiating. The course graduated 24pupils all RCAF and they were posted to No. l Air Navigation School. Rivers. Man.- The ClassLeader was presented with an identification bracelet purchased by the airmen's canteencommittee. There were no failures on this course. Maximum possible flying time 11:00 hours.

25-4-42 Wings presentation to Wireless Operator Air Gunners Course No. 28 was held at 1500hours with Wing Commander W.A. Jones officiating. 29 pupils graduated composed of andposted as follows; 10 RCAF posted to No.31 OTU Debert, five of which proceeded to RAF FerryCommand, Dorval; 12 RCAF, 6 RNZAF and 1 RAAF posted to No.1 “Y” Depot, Halifax. Identification bracelet was presented to the class leader R107014 SGT Lambert, J.J.M. who wascommissioned. Refreshments were served in the recreation hall to the graduates, their friendsand relations. Flying washed out part of the day due to very high wind. Maximum possible flyingtime 6:15 hours.

26-4-42 R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin(C9882). All R.C. personnel attended.Protestant church parade held at 1630 hours conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657). Themen’s and boy's choir of St. Augustine Church, Lethbridge attended the services and renderedsome very nice choral selections.The Station provided 3 Officers and 86 airmen as an escort for the Army train which visitedLethbridge from 1800 hours to 2330 hours. A letter of thanks for this service was received fromthe Mayor of Lethbridge.

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26-4-42 Flying Officer E.G. Christilaw (C7131) No.2 Wireless School, reported at 2340 hoursconducting pupils course No. 30 Wireless Operator Air Gunners to commence training the 27th.Personnel consisted of 22 RCAF, 10 RNZAF and 1 RAAF.Pilot Officer J.G. Keacock (J9670) reported from C.T.S. Rockcliffe. Maximum possible flyingtime 10:10 hours.

27-4-42 Captain J.B. Hackman, Lieutenant Burt-Johns (MSC) Lieutenant Turner, RCASC,arrived on theStation at 1500 hours to arrange installation of Lieutenant Johns as permanentASC Supply Officer to replace Lieutenant Turner part time. Captain Hackman departed for

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Calgary at 1730 hours and Lieutenant Turner departed for MacLeod at 1730 hours.19 RCAF personnel reported from No.2 A.O.S. to commence training Air Observer course No.42. Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

28-4-42 Flight Lieutenant G.F. Jenkins (C2189) No.4 T.C. Fire Prevention Officer, arrived onthe Station for a routine inspection.Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

29-4-42 A Telephone message received from Group Captain Flynn, No.4 T.C. to detailSquadron Leader W.J. Bundy (C264) as president of a Court of Inquiry at No.15 SFTSClaresholm, Alberta, to inquire into Moth Crash. This was attended to and Squadron LeaderW.J. Bundy departed by Air at approximately 1530 hours.Amuster parade of the entire Station personnel was held for a demonstration of bed making andlaying out of kit by R51062 W.O. I Bogden, F. - Station Sergeant Major.Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

30-4-42 Pilot Officer J.L. Booth (J8665) Staff pilot reported for duty from C.T.S. Rockcliffe.Wing Commander T.W. White, Squadron Lender Rae, New Zealand Air Mission arrived viaT.C.A. from No.4 T.C. at approximately 2030 hours. Wing Commander White remained on theStation to contact RNZAF trainees and for a tour of the Station. Squadron Leader Rae proceededto Regina via T.C.A. Maximum possible flying time 10:00 hours.

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE Mk. I Fairey Battles - 62 Mk. II Harvards - 1

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 1856.40 hours

STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTIETH OF APRIL RCAF Officers 73 RCAF Airmen 762 Trainees 148 Other then RCAF 10 Civilians 84 1078

W.A. Jones (W.A. JONES) Wing Commander, Commanding Officer, No. 8 B. &. G. School, RCAF., LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA.

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1-5-42 Strength as at the First of May, 1942. R.C.A.F. Officers 73 R.C.A.F. Airmen 762 Trainees 149 Other than R.C.A.F. 10

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Civilians 84 1078Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 9 hours Day - 15 hours.

2-5-42 Group Captain J.M. Murray (C8932) AFHQ Accounts and Wing Commander C.A.Davidson (C1232) of No. 4 Training Command (W&B) visited the Station whilst waiting forT.C.A. Group Captain Murray was going to Ottawa and Wing Commander Davidson wasgoing to Boundary Bay.Anson 6147, Pilot, Squadron Leader J.G.H. McArthur RAF37925, with 2 passengers arrivedfrom Calgary and departed the following day at 1100 hours.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 9 hours Day 15 hours.

3-5-42 Three American Army planes arrived on the Station at 1330 hours from Alaska, oneDouglas and two Hudsons. Fifteen officers and men made up the party in charge of MajorDuncan.A Roman Catholic Church Parade was held at 0645 hours conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin(C9882). All Roman Catholic personnel attended.A Protestant Church Parade was held in the Drill Hall at 1630 hours. Services were conductedby H/F/Lt. L.C.Scott (C3657), Station Chaplain. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Nil.

4-5-42 Anson 6147, Pilot, Squadron Leader J.H.G. McArthur RAF37925 arrived from MedicineHat at 1730 hours and departed for Calgary at 1800 hours.Wing Commander S.G. Chalk (C3952) P.M.O. No. 4 Training Command and Squadron LeaderM.D. Williams (C4081) S.M.O. No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank, Saskatchewan visited theStation Hospital, arriving by air. Also in the party was Flying Officer H. Cole (C5895) No. 4Training Command visiting Works & Buildings. All arrived from No. 4 Training Command byair at 1200 hours and departed at 1600 hours for No.4 T.C. Three American Army planes andcrews departed for Tacoma, Washington, at 0900 hours. Maximum Possible flying Time - Day15 hours Night 9 hours.

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5-4-42 Mr. Jenkins, Signals Examiner No .4 Training Command, conducted signals test for AirObserver Course No. 40. There were several failures on lamp.Mr. S.L. de Carteret, Ph.B. Deputy Minister of National Defence for Air. (Vice-President of theAir Council) accompanied by Air Commodore R.R. Collard (C1253) AFHQ (W & B), AirCommodore G.R. Howsam (C33) AOC No.4 Training Command and Wing Commander C.F.Falkenberg DFC (C363) SOO No.4 T.C. visited the Station. Mr de Carteret and Air CommodoreCollard proceeded to Vancouver at 1500 hours. Group Captain Howsam and Wing CommanderFalkenberg proceeded to Calgary at 1530 hours.Wing Commander J.A. Verner (C177) SAE No.4 T .C., Flight Lieutenant E.A. Blanchard(C2074), Flying Officer S.A. Bishop (C6437) AEronautical Engineer arrived on the Station byAir at 0950 hours for a routine inspection and departed by air at 1500 hours,A musical entertainment was provided by the Lethbridge Male Voice Quartet at 2000 hours inthe recreation hall.

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Maximum possible flying tine: Day 15 hours. Night 9 hours.

6-5-42 Mr. Jenkins, Signals Examiner No. 4 Training Command, conducted signals test forWireless Air Gunners Course No. 29. All passed. This course was claimed to be one of thebest courses graduating from this School.Flight Lieutenant G.H. Jerome (C2809), Provost and Security Officer No. 4 Training Command,visited the Station on a routine check.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

7-5-42 The following Officers arrived on the Station at 1020 hours by Air from No. 4 TrainingCommand for inspection of various departments: Wing Commander K. Gray RAF33057.“SAO”; Wing Commander I.N.B. Newbigging RAF 26118 “SSO”; Wing Commander M.H.Robinson RAF21121 "SEO". Flight Lieutenant N.W. Helwig DFC Armament, AFHQ, arrived onthe Station from AFHO, by TCA at 0940 hours to interview Flight Lieutenant G.E.GrindlayRAF75693, Station Gunnery Leader, re Aircraft Recognition School. Mr. C. Lister Curle, Inspector General's Department Great Britain and Canada, reported on the Station re boots. This is the fourth representative of the Inspector General to visit this Station in connection withboots and repair of same since January 15th of this year. Maximum possible flying time: Day15 hours, Night 9 hours.

8-5-42 Normal Routine.Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

9-5-42 Wings presentation for Air Observer graduates Course No. 40, and Wireless Air Gunnergraduates Course No. 29, was held at 16OO hours on the Station Parade Ground. Badges to AirObservers were presented by Wing Commander K. Gray SAO No. 4 Training Command. Badges to Wireless Air Gunners presented by Group Captain W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer. Air Observer Course No. 40 graduated 26 airmen composed of

IMAGE 16139-5-42 21 RCAF, 4 AUS, 1 RAF, 1 RNZAF who were posted to No. 1 ANS, Rivers, Manitoba. Two were hold over for Course No. 41 while one failed and was posted to KTS Trenton,Ontario. The Class Leader R133291 Sgt. Gibbons, R. was presented with an identificationbracelet donated by the Airmen's Canteen Committee. Course No. 29 Wireless Air Gunnersgraduated 40 RCAF pupils. One failure was hold over for Course No. 30, and the balance wereposted as follows: 12 to No. 31 OTU, Debert, proceeding on attachment to No. 5 M Depot,Lachine, 8 posted to 31 OTU, Debert, 5 posted to 34 OTU, Yarmouth, N.S. and 15 posted to No.1 “Y” Depot, Halifax. Five Airmen ware granted commissions. The Class Leader, R109025Sgt. Greenslade, C., was presented with an identification bracelet donated by the Airmen'sCanteen Committee. Graduates, friends and relations were entertained in the Officers Mess andwere served tea and sandwiches, etc. from 1700 to 1800 hours.Volume 1 lumber 1 "The Chinook", Station Paper came off the press today. We are proud ofour initial effort, a copy of which is attached as Appendix "A”. Maximum possible flying time: Nil.CO

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10-5-42 A Roman Catholic Church Parade was held at 0630 hours. Services were conductedby H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffen (C9882).A Protestant Church Service was held in the Recreation Hall at 1630 hours. H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott(C3657) conducted the services. No Parade was held due to very heavy rain.Flying washed out. Maximum possible flying time - Nil.

11-5-42 Thirty-six RCAF pupils reported from No. 3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, to commencetraining for Wireless Air Gunners Course No. 31.Sixteen RCAF pupils reported from No. 2 AOS, Edmonton, to commence training for AirObservers Course No. 43. Maximum possible flying time. Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

12-5-42 Pilot Officer H.K. Hutton (C11155) reported from No. 1 Manning Depot, Toronto, toassume duties as Educational Officer.Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

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13-5-42 Pilot Officer O.N. Mends (C10460), Equipment Officer, reported on the Station forduty.Wing Commander W. A. Jones (C135), Commanding Officer, was appointed to the rank ofActing Group Captain effective April 1st, 1942.Two Hudson Bombers arrived on the Station at 1130 hours from Alaska with Seven AmericanAir Corps passengers on board.Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 3 hours.

14-5-42 Normal Routine. Flying was washed out due to rain. Maximum possible flying time:Nil.

15-5-42 Squadron Leader A.E. Turner (C2126) Equipment Officer and Squadron Leader R. D.Byers (C1298) arrived on the Station by Air from No. 4 Training Command at 1305 hours, anddeparted at 1800 hours by Air. Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

16-5-4 All personnel below the rank of Sergeant are confined to Barracks until further notice. A slight epidemic of streptococci and 'flu has spread over the Station. Sixty-four were admittedto the Hospital. Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

17-5-42 Church Parades ware cancelled owing to the outbreak of streptococci and 'flu. FlightLieutenant A.W. Fraser (C2093) arrived on the Station by Air at 1210 hours from AFHQ to makearrangements regarding the Tractor Operators course given by the International HarvesterCompany. Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

18-5-42 At 0830 hours, Fairey Battle 2095 piloted by R125724 Sgt. Stevens, A.L. collided withFairey Battle 2096 piloted by R125927 Sgt. Coss, W.G. Pilot misjudged distance - Error injudgment on part of Sgt. Stevens -Aircraft collided. The location of the accident was ten mileswest of aerodrome. Considered a "D" category crash - Damage slight. Pilots and occupants of

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aircraft ware all uninjured. These aircraft were doing routine Gunnery exercises. The necessaryamendments to Station Standing Orders have been made to prevent any further occurrence ofthis nature. The Log Book of Sgt. Stevens has been endorsed.International Harvester Tractor School opened at 0830 hours. Flight Lieutenant Fraser fromAFHQ, supervised the opening. Group Captain W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer, gave theintroductory lecture. Thirteen airmen attending were obliged to live off the Station owing to anepidemic of 'flu. Wing Commander S.G. Chalk (C3952) P.M.O. No. 4 Training Commandarrived on the Station by Air at 1315 hours, departing 1510 hours.The following Officers arrived on the Station from No. 4 Training Command to AuditEquipment Accounts:

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18-5-42 Squadron Leader J.H.K. Broughton (C2284) Flight Lieutenant P. Richards (C3339) andFlight Lieutenant J. Fallows (C3350).Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

19-5-42 Flight Lieutenant A.S. McNeil (C1519), Provost and Security Officer, arrived onStation from No. 4 Training Command at 1030 hours.The following officers arrived by rail on an Inspection visit of the Station Hospital. SquadronLeader J.M. Cruickshank OBE (C5658) Hygiene Officer AFHQ Flight Lieutenant R.H.B.Langille (C4604) AFHQ Medical Supplies, Flight Lieutenant J.H. Baillie (C7059) HygieneOfficer AFHQ.Group Captain P.R. Hampton (C1206) arrived on the Station by Air at 1030 hours, departing at1330 hours. Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

20-5-42 Pilot Officer W.E. Field (C9028), Aeronautical Engineer, reported from School ofAeronautical Engineering, Montreal, for duty on this Station.All personnel below the rank of Sergeant are now permitted to leave the Station. The epidemicof 'flu is well in hand and no new cases reported.Maximum possible flying time: Day 15 hours, Night 9 hours.

21-5-42 Air Cadet Inspection was carried out by Group Captain A.L. James (C83) and FlightLieutenant W.M. Bowman (C4678) P.D. Officer in Lethbridge at 1400 hours. Several AirCadets were shown around by Flight Lieutenant Bowman at approximately l600 hours.Maximum possible flying time: Day 15:30 hours, Night 8:30 hours.

22-5-42 Group Captain W. Macey RAF31019 passed through Lethbridge en route from Ottawato Vancouver. Pilot Officer R.E.G.Waite “RAF” arrived on the Station with eight SergeantPilots from No. 31 P.D. Moncton, for duty at this Station.The Wings presentation for Air Observer Course No, 41 was held, at 1500 hours on the StationParade ground. Group Captain W.A. Jones, Commanding Officer, made the presentation. Thiscourse graduated 28 airman including 1 RAF, who were posted for Air Navigation Training toRivers, Manitoba. An identification bracelet was presented to the Class Leader R113356 Sgt.Cook, J.H. of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta.

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22-5-42 Station Parade ground. Group Captain W.A. Jones officiated. This course graduated23 airmen composed of 14 RCAF, 6 RNZAF, and 1 AUS who were posted as follows: 4 to 36OTU Greenwood, N.S.; 9 to 32 OTU Patricia Bay; 4 to No. 2 Air Observer School, Edmonton; 3to No, 3 Air Observer School, Regina; 3 to No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary and 9 failures, ofwhich four failed for Medical reasons, were held over for Course No. 31. An identificationbracelet was presented to the Class Leader, R91422 Sgt. Cox, P.C, of Toronto. Aftergraduation, refreshments were served in the Sergeants Mess. Maximum possible flying time: Day 14:30 hours, Night 5:30 hours.

23-5-42 Acting Section Officer S.I. Evans V30006 arrived on the Station to completearrangements for Women's Division.Maximum possible flying time: Day 14:30 hours; Night Nil.

24-5-42 R.C. Church parade was held at 0645 hours conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W. Griffin(C9882). All R.C.personnel attended.Protestant Church parade held at 1630 hours. Service conducted by H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657).All personnel not on essential services attended. Flying washed out due to rain.

25-5-42 Normal routine.Flying washed out due to rain.

26-5-42 26 pupils composed of 14 RCAF, 5 RAAF, 6 RNZAF arrived from No.3 wirelessSchool Calgary to commence training for Wireless Operator Air Gunners Course No.32.18 RCAF arrived from No.2 Air Observer School, Edmonton to commence training for AirObserver course No. 44.Maximum possible flying time: Day 10:00 hours; Night 8:30 hours.

27-5-42 28 Officers, Staff pilots; 2 Officers attached to "Ferry Command" and 9 airmenincluding 4 Staff Pilots departed from this Station at 1830 hours for No.2 Wireless School, Calgary, Alberta to be interviewed by the United States Army Board for the purpose oftransferring to the United States Armed Forces. All were accepted by the United StatesAuthorities.Flight Lieutenant J. Johnston (C2473) Accountant Officer at this Unit departed for No. l “Y”Depot, Halifax on posting Overseas.Honorary Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C11405) reported from No.l "M" Depot, Toronto toassume his duties as Station Chaplain at this Unit, replacing H/F/Lt. L.C. Scott (C3657) who lefton embarkation leave prior to reporting for overseas posting.Wind of a high velocity washed out flying for the greatest part of the day. Maximum possible flying time: Day 6:00 hours; Night 8:30 hours.CO

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28-5-42 Normal Routine. Snow and rain washed out the night flying. Maximum possible flying time: Day 15:30 hours.

29-5-42 Normal routine.Flying washed out due to rain.

30-5-42 Flying Officer C.S. Lindberg (C10214) No.4 Training Command Trade Test Officerreported to trade test personnel at this Station. Night flying washed out, overcast with light rain.Squadron Leader J.H.K. Broughton (C2284) and party completed audit and departed for Calgaryby Rail. Maximum possible flying time: 16:00 hours.

3-5-42 Group Captain A.H. Hull (C19), Lieutenant-Colonel Gordon, Squadron Leader Z.L.Leigh (C496) and party arrived in Lockheed Hudson at 1930 hours. The party remainedovernight at the Marquis Hotel and departed for Vancouver at 0530 hours the following day. (i) At 1545 hours Fairey Battle 4050 piloted by Flying Officer M.R. Jordan (C4597) resulted inan accident when a tire blew out. (ii) On take off the tire blew out immediately prior to aircraftbeing airborne which caused a severe ground loop to right, causing starboard wing to comeheavily in contact with the ground. (iii) Location of the accident was on the aerodrome. (iv)This accident is considered a “D” crash category. Damage slight. (v) Pilot and two occupants ofthe aircraft were uninjured. The purpose of this flight was for a Routine Drogue exercise.Maximum possible flying time: Day 16:00 hours; Night 8:00 hours.

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE -/- Mk. I Fairey Battles 63 Mk. II Harvards 1

STRENGTH AS AT THE 31 OF MAY 1942 - RCAF Officers 79st

RCAF Airmen 816 Trainees 123 CDC Officers 2 CDC Other ranks 3 RCASC Officers 1 RCASC Other ranks 5 CPC other ranks 2 Civilians 86 TOTAL - 1117

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1-6-42 Strength as at the First of June, 1942 R.C.A.F. Officers 79 R.C.A.F. Airmen 816 Trainees 123 Other than R.C.A.F. 13 Civilians 86 1117

Flight Lieutenant Brickenden, G.H.P. (C1953) No. 4 Training Command Auxiliary Officer,arrived on the Station by air from Calgary at 1040 hours on a routine cheek of the AuxiliaryServices on the Station. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 8 hours Day 16 hours.

2-6-42 Weather very damp with intermittent showers. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night8 hours Day 16 hours.

3-6-42 On an Inspection Trip of Air Training Schools across Canada, three high-rankingOfficials spent a few hours on the School, arriving by air at 1500 hours, having dinner in theOfficers' Mess, and departing for Vancouver at 2115 hours. The Party consisted of GroupCaptain G. S. Oddie of London England, Deputy Director of Flying for the British Air Ministry,Air Marshall A.G.R. Garrod, British Air Minister and United Kingdom Air Representative onthe Training Council, and Air Vice Marshall R. Leckie of Ottawa, Canadian Air Representativeon the Council. While visiting on the Station, the Guests chatted informally with the Officersand other Officials of southern Alberta Training Schools who were present.Section Officer M.M. Graham, R.C.A.F. (W.D) arrived on the Station from No. 4 S.F.T.S.Saskatoon, to prepare for the arrival of Airwomen being posted to the Station.Group Captain Iron, and Squadron Leader Maddocks of No. 37 S.F.T.S. R.A.F. Calgary, arrivedby air to participate in the visit of Air Marshall Garrod and party, and returned by air at 2000hours. Lieutenant Colonel R.M. McDougall and Captain (Q.M.) C.A. Finley arrived by P.M.C.on routine visit to the Dental Clinic of the Station.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night Nil Day 7½ hours.

4-6-42 Squadron Leader W.B. Willan, Command Chaplain of No. 4 Training Command, arrivedon the station at 1200 hours on an official visit and departed at 1700 hours. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night Nil Day Nil

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6-6-42 Flying Officer W.H. Venables (C7129); Aero Engineer for No. 133 Fighter Squadronbeing organized at this Station, reported for duty from No. 35 S.F.T.S. North Battleford.Course No. 42 Air Observers, composed of 18 R.C.A.F, personnel completed course this dateand were posted to No. 1 A.N.S. Rivers Man. effective 6-6-42, reporting 7-6-42, and proceededto Rivers under escort of Sergeant W.M. Brooks.Twenty-four R.C.A.F. personnel reported from No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton for entry in AirObservers Course No. 45, commencing 8-6-42.This Station enjoyed a visit for a few hours in the afternoon from the Honourable Captain HaroldBalfour, British Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Air, and his party, which arrived at1600 hours, made a hasty inspection of the Station, visited with Group Captain Jones and otherofficers in the Officers' Mess, before leaving for Lethbridge to spend the night. In the partythere were: Air Commodore G.R. Howsam, M.C., Air Officer Commanding No. 4 TrainingCommand, M.S. Lang, Staff Officer of the British Air Ministry, Wing Commander C.F.Falkenberg D.F.C. , Senior Organization Officer of No. 4 Training Command , and WingCommander D.S. Blaine of Ottawa The party left the airport by air at 0900 hours on the 7th. Number 132 Fighter Squadron under command of Flight Lieutenant K.A. Boomer consisting of 9Kitty Hawks, 2 Harvards and 2 Lockheeds, and a total of 27 personnel, arrived on the station at1530 hours. Accommodation was provided for aircraft, officers and airmen below the rank ofsergeant. As no accommodation was available for the Senior N.C.O's, those in the partyproceeded to Lethbridge for the light. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 8 hours Day 16hours.

7-6-42 Roman Catholic Church Parade was held at 0645 hours, conducted by H/F/Lt. R.W.Griffin (C9882) attended by all R.C. personnel.A Protestant Church Service was held at the Recreation Hall at 1900 hours conducted by H/F/Lt.W. K. Batty (C11405) Station Padre. As no parade was arranged the attendance was voluntaryand about 200 airmen enjoyed the service.A Wings Presentation was made to the Graduates of Course No. 31, W.O.A.G. on the StationParade Grounds, at 1600 hours, when Group Captain Jones presented the wings to 38 pupils,comprising of 33 R.C.A.F. and5 R.N.Z.A.F. personnel. An identification bracelet was presented to the Class Leader, Sergt,C.R. Ayres R122011, of Eagle, Idaho, U.S.A. with the compliments of the Airmen's CanteenCommittee. Following the Wings Parade the graduates and friends and relatives wereentertained to tea in the Officers' Mess.It is interesting to note, that, from this class, 4 were awarded commissions, 3 R.C.A.F. and 1R.N.Z.A.F. personnel. Postings of this course were as follows: 16 R.C.A.F. to No. 31 O.T.U.,Debert, N.S., 7 RCAF and 2 R.N.Z.A.F, to No. 3 A.O.S. Regina, 6 R.C.A.F. and 3 R.N.Z.A.F. toNo. 6 A.O.S Prince Albert, 4 R.C.A.F. to Western Air Command, Victoria, B.C. There were 7members of the course, R.C.A.F. personnel who, for medical reasons unable to complete thecourse, were transferred to Course 32.

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7-6-42 35 R.C.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F. personnel reported on the Station from No. 3 WirelessSchool, Winnipeg, for entry in to W.O.A.G. Course No. 33, commencing 8-6-42. Maximum

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8-6-42 The first quota of personnel for the Women's Division reported on the Station, underAssistant Section Officer B.A. Burton, and consisted of 1 Sergeant, 2 Corporals, and 17Airwomen. Flight Lieutenant G.W.C. Kinney (C2095), Administrative Officer, reported to thisUnit for duty, from R.C.A.F, Detachment, Toronto, Ont.No. 132 Fighter Squadron departed for Penticton, B.C., at 0600 hours. One Harvard, under PilotSergeant Richards, was delayed, due to the propeller being broken when it struck a light postwhile the plane was taxiing for the take-off.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Tight 6 hours Day 16 hours.

9-6-42 No. 118 Fighter Squadron, under command of Flight Lieutenant A.N. Yulle (C1328)with 9 officers, 5 senior N.C.O.'s and one airman, flying 15 Kittyhawks, accompanied by 2Hudsons flown by Flight Lieutenant FitzGerald, Flying Officer Rees and crew (RAF), arrived onthe Station in two sections, the first at approximately 1800 hours and the second at 1900 hours. Two Harvards accompanying this Squadron did not arrive. The party was accommodated withquarters and rations, with the exception of the sergeants, whose quarters on the Station arealready crowded.Wing Commander Penman, Chief Instructor, Squadron Leader McNutt, Officer Commanding ofG.I.S. and Squadron Leader Stewart, Officer Commanding of Flying, all of No. 2 Bombing andGunnery School, arrived on the Station by air at 1100 hours for an inspection and tour of theStation. They departed by air at 1600 hours.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 45 minutes Day 16 hours, 15 minutes.

10-6-42 No. 118 Fighter Squadron departed for No. 2. A.O.S. Edmonton, at 1300 hours.Personnel being posted to this station for attachment to No. 133 Fighter Squadron commencedarriving this date.Advice was received that the Officer Commanding of this Squadron will be Squadron LeaderL.T. Brooks R.A.F., being posted from No. 39 S.F.T.S. Swift Current, reporting 12-6-42.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night Nil Day 7 hours 8 minutes.

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11-6-42 A very heavy rain throughout the day, with flying washed out, but otherwise normalroutine work carried out.The R.C.A.F. (W.D) Canteen was opened for business in a spacious new building, alreadypartially furnished by kind citizens of Lethbridge, adding materially to the establishedequipment. Maximum Possible flying Time - NIL

12-6-42 Flight Lieutenant W.R. Pearce (C2l42) Works and Buildings Department at No. 4Training Command, visited the Station in connection with the Board of Officers for the takingover of the new Fire Hall. Flight Lieutenant E.R. Borgal (C6593) No. 4 T.C. Armament Officerand Flight Lieutenant D. Ross (C2010) No. 4 T.C. Photographer, arrived by air at 1100 hours on a routine visit to their sections, and departed by air during the afternoon.Squadron Leader L.T. Brooks (39932) (RAF) arrived on the Station from No. 39 S.F.T.S. Swift

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Current at 0830 hours, to assume command of No. 133 Fighter Squadron being formed at thisStation for training purposes. This officer was accompanied by Flight Lieutenant P.V. Boot(74055) and Pilot Officer H.J. Etherington (42299) (RAF) from No. 32 S.F.T.S. Moose Jaw aspilots for this Squadron. Pilot Officer H.N. Hoyle (47052) R.A.F. arrived by P.M.C. from No. 32 S.F.T.S Moose Jaw.Fairey Battle No. 2104 with Sgt. Pilot Bloxham L.B. R103784 and as crew - Ft. Sgt. PaulsonR60269 and Air Gunners LAC Wagner G R77735 and LAC Myers G. R128198, in returningfrom routine bombing exercise, overshot the airport in landing, jumped the road and irrigationditch and landed on the field opposite the aerodrome. Bent the propeller slightly, somedamage to the fusilage, but no injury to the occupants. This occurred at 1745 hours. Crashcategory C2. The plane was towed back into the drome by caterpillar tractor.Pilot Officer G.S. Sargent from No. 13 S.F.T.S. and Flying Officer R.H. Dibnah from No. 33S.F.T.S. arrived to report for duty with No. 133 Fighter Squadron.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 42 minutes Day 16 hours, 18 minutes.

13-6-42 Ten Anson aircraft from No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton, under command of Flight LieutenantHegy, arrived on the Station at 1630 hours to conduct exercises for Course No. 46 Air Observers,and departed at 2300 hours. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 42 minutes Day16 hours, 18 minutes.

14-6-42 R. C. Church Parade at 0645 with Father Mallory officiating and with all R. C.personnel in attendance. Protestant Church Service in Recreation Hall at 0830 hours, with FlightLieutenant W.K. Batty Station Padre in charge. An added feature to this service was a vocalsolo by A.W.2 Dowdell W302505. Four Hurricanes for No. 133 Fighter Squadron were ferriedhere by No. l24 Ferry Squadron and arrived at 0900 hours, with Flight Lieutenant Lee in chargeof the party of one officer and two N.C.O. pilots. Three Hurricanes arrived at 1400 hours withthe party in charge of W.0.2 Wheeler.Wing Commander Clayton, D.F.C. stayed over at the Station on his way to Vancouver, the delayoccasioned by T.C.A,. tied up owing to weather conditions.Maximum Flying Time Possible - Night 7 hours, 41 minutes, Day 16 hours, 19 minutes.

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15-6-42 Flight Lieutenant Briese of No. 4 Training Command arrived on the Station by air,acting as Liason Officer to No. 133 Fighter Squadron. He returned to Calgary later in the day.Fifteen Airwomen reported for duty, 3 M.T. drivers from Toronto, and 12 standard generalduties from Rockliffe.A heavy wind prevailed, reaching a maximum of 50 miles per hour and finally curtailing flying.Maximum Possible Flying Time Night 4 hours, 30 minutes Day 11 hours, 30 minutes.

16-642 Mr. Cook, of the Department of Health, Province of Alberta, visited the Station andpresented 2 lectures on social diseases, same being accompanied by films; one to the Women'sDivision at 1600 hours, and one to the airmen at 1900 hours. Approximately one thousandpersonnel attended these two lectures. This proved another very windy day, exceeding 50 milesper hour velocity. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours 29 minutes Day 15 hours,

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17-6-42 Mr. Jenkins, Signal Examiner for No. 4 Training Command, conducted examinations insignals for No. 33 Course, Air Observers, and Course No. 32 W.O.A.G.’s. No failures werereported.Volume 1, No. 2 of the Station Paper, "The Chinook", came off the press today - a 24 page littlemagazine with a distribution of 1800 copies.All messes on the Station are now enjoying radishes which have been grown in the Station Area.Many similar treats of green vegetables are in store in due course, the result of a large scheme ofgardening. Wind Velocity, again over 50 miles per hour.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 4o minutes Day 16 hours, 20 minutes.

18-6-42 Flying Officer F.P. Bouchard (C11744), Administrative Officer, reported for duty fromNo. 4 Training Command.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours 39 minutes Day 16 hours 21 minutes.

19-6-42 Wings Presentation took place for Course No.. 32 W.O.A.G. with Croup Captain Jonespresenting the wings. The ceremony took place in D hangar, owing to the rain, at 1530 hours.This course graduated 19 R.C.A.F., 5 R.A.A.F., and 6 R.N.Z.A.F. The class leader 412930Sergeant A.C. Carlton, R.A.A.F, was presented with an identification bracelet from the Airmen'sCanteen fund, and later was awarded a commission from the R.A.A.F., as were two R.C.A.F.personnel.

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19-6-42 Two R.C.A.F. personnel were held over to Course 33 for medical reasons. Thegraduates were posted as follows; 7 R.C.A.F, and 4 R.A.A.F..to the R.A.F. Ferry Command,Dorval, proceeding direct to No. 5 "M" Depot. Lachine, Quebec, on attachment: 3 R.A.A.F. toNo. 34 O.T.U. Pennfield Ridge ,N.B.: 6 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 3 Repair Depot, Vancouver: 9R.C.A.F. and 1 RA.A.F to No. 33 A.N.S. Hamilton, Ontario. The third draft of R.C.A.F. (W.D.)consisting of ten airwomen cooks reported for duty from No. 4 S.F.T.S. Saskatoon.Flight Lieutenant O.W. Durdin (C3622), Senior Administrative Officer, left on pre-embarkationfor home in London, Ontario, prior to reporting to “Y” Depot, Halifax. Maximum PossibleFlying Time - Night Nil Day 11 hours, 24 minutes.

20-6-42 Course No. 42 A.O. composed of l6 R.C.A.F. personnel completed its course, and wasposted to No. 1 C.N.S. Rivers. Class Leader, LAC Hunter H.E. was presented with anidentification bracelet from the Airmen's Canteen Committee.Flying Officer D.J. Aslin (102907) R.A.F. from 36 S.F.T.S. Penhold, A/F/O R.C. Nutter(108855) R.A.F. also from No. 36 S.F.T.S., and Flight Lieutenant W.R. Assheton (41979) R.A.F.from No. 35 S.F.T.S. North Battleford, reported for duty with No. 133 Fighter Squadron.Lieutenant F. Loberg (1627) Royal Norwegian Air Force, Toronto, arrived on the Station toparticipate in No. 1 Course on Aircraft Recognition.Four Lysanders arrived on the Station at 1415 hours as added equipment to this Unit. MaximumPossible Flying Time - Night Nil Day 7 hours.

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21-6-42 R.C. Church Parade was held at 0645 with H/T/L R.W. Griffin (C9882) in charge. The Protestant Church Service was held at 0830 hours in the Recreation Hall with H/T/L W.K.Batty (C11405) Station Padre, in charge. A vocal solo was contributed by Flying Officer C.Edgar (C8676). Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night Nil Day 11 hours 24 minutes.

22-6-42 Six Hurricanes for No. 133 Fighter Squadron arrived on the Station at 1700 hours.Personnel for Course No. 34 W.O.A.G.’s reported from No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary, andconsisted of l4 R.C.A.F., 2 R.A.A.F., and 9 R.N.Z.A.F.Personnel for Course No. 46 A.O.’s reported from No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton, and consisted of 19R.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F. personnel.A draft of R.C.A.F. (W.D.) arrived to report for duty, including clerks - accounting,stenographer, and general, - cooks and general duties.A change was made in the Administrative Staff. Flight Lieutenant T.A. Millar (C4664), who hasbeen the Adjutant since the opening of the Station, took the position of Senior AdministrativeOfficer. Flying Officer E.L. Garrett (C6568), who has been the Junior Administrative Officersince the Station opened, took the position of Adjutant. Flying Officer F. P. Bouchard (C11744)took the position of Junior Administrative Officer.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 38 minutes Day 16 hours, 22 minutes.

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23-6-42 Flight Lieutenant J.W. Taylor (3033) arrived by P.M.C. from Air Force Headquarterson regular inspection of Canteens.Flight Lieutenant K.P. Leichnitz (C1852) Signals Training Officer from No. 4 TrainingCommand, and Flight Lieutenant J.C. Simpson (C2426) No. 4 Training Command, Secret andConfidential Publications, arrived by air at 1630 hours on routine inspection.Five Hurricanes for 133 Fighter Squadron arrived on the Station at 2300 hours. Of Course No. 32 W.O.A.G.’s, which graduated June 22, commissions were granted to thefollowing: AUS 412390 Sergeant Carlton A.G., R106847 Sergeant Crowe M.D. and R103825Sergeant Fowler T. Seven hospital assistants, R.C.A.F. (W.D.) reported for duty from St.Thomas, Ontario. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 39 minutes Day 16 hours,21 minutes.

24-6-42 Section Officer M.M. Graham (V30042), here on Temporary Duty in connection withthe arrival of the Women's Division, returned to her Unit No. 4 S.F.T.S. Saskatoon.Section Officer S.J. Evans (V30006), No. 4 Training Command Officer of the Women'sDivision, arrived for a routine inspection.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 39 minutes Day 16 hours, 21 minutes.

25-6-42 Section Officer S.J. Evans (V30006} returned to No. 4 Training Command. MaximumPossible Flying Time - Night and Day Nil. (Heavy rains all day).

26-6-42 No. 1 Aircraft Recognition Course, conducted week of June 22-26/6/42, wascompleted and personnel returned to their units.Colonel J.E. Lyon, Staff Officer of Army Headquarters, Ottawa, stopped at the Station between

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T.C.A. schedules and visited at the Officer’s Mess for dinner.Lieutenant Colonel Rogers and Squadron Leader Heape (R.A.F.) visited at the Station during ahold up between T.C.A. Schedules and spent the evening at the Officer’s Mess. MaximumPossible Flying Time - NIL.

No. 1 I.H.C. Tractor Operators Course completed. 13 Graduates.27-6-42 As a weekend variation, an Airmen's Dance was held in the Recreation Hall thisSaturday evening, when 150 couples participated, 150 airmen, 50 airwomen, and 100 youngladies from Lethbridge. The event was under the auspices of ths Jane Megarry Chapter of theI.O.D.E., whose committee did an excellent IMAGE 1626

27-6-42 job of planning, right down to the decorating of the large hall. A splendid supper wasserved in the Airmen’s Mess before midnight, with extras being supplied to the menu by thehostesses. A r piece orchestra, composed of businessmen from Stavely, Alta., provided musicfor the evening. This was arranged through co-operation with Mr. W.K. Kew of the AuxiliaryServices. A strong committee of Station personnel assisted in arrangements which culminated ina very successful evening, and more suchlike functions are to be held regularly.Maximum Possible Flying Time NIL.

28-6-42 R.C. Church Parade was held at 0600 hours with H/F/L R.W. Griffin (C9882) in chargeand all R.C. Personnel attended.Protestant Church Parade was at 0800 hours with H/F/L W.K. Batty (C11405) in charge. Thisservice was held in the Recreation Hall and was quite well attended. Ladies from Lethbridgecontributing music to the programme were Mrs. Cross, Mrs. Fletcher, Miss Lorraine Fletcher,Miss Marjorie Steele, Mrs George Brown accompanist.A flight of airmen and airwomen was supplied from the Station to participate in the DrumheadService in Lethbridge in the afternoon, as an official opening of the Army Week programme. The flight was under Flying Officer Parkyn, and made a very favorable impression on the public.

Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 40 minutes Day 16 hours, 20 minutes.

29-6-42 Aircraft Recognition Course No. 2 under Flight Lieutenant G.E. Grindley (75693),commenced this date with 7 Senior N.C.O.’s and 7 Corporals as the personnel attending.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 Nil Day 16 hours, 20 minutes.

30-6-42 Nothing of interest. Work carried on as usual.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Night 7 hours, 42 minutes Day 16 hours, 18 minutes.

STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTIETH OF JUNE 1942 - RCAF officers 51 RCAF Airmen 841 WD Officers 1 WD Airwomen 79

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Wing Commander Verner, J.A. (C177) O-AEO of No. 4 Training Command, accompanied by arepresentative of Jacobs' Engineers, Ltd. visited the station.Mr. Jenkins, Signal Examiner from No. 4 Training Command, visited the station and conductedthe examination for course No. 44 Air Observers and course No. 33 W.O.A.G. 'S, and reportedonly one wireless failure.Pilot Officer S. Bigman (J5787) reported for duty as a staff pilot, and Flying Officer A.I. Hill(C9703) from No. 12 Training Depot, Toronto, reported for duty as an Equipment Officer,supernumary.Corporal William Frederick Collings (R50380), passed away in Galt Hospital, Lethbridge, after afew days illness. This airman had been in Maintenance flight for the past 8 months, and waswell known and respected by all personnel. The remains were forwarded to the parental homeat Charlottetown, P.E.I, for burial.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 16 hours 18 mins. Night 7 hours 42 mins.

2-7-42 Miss Dorothea Cole of New York City was a visitor to the station and as a specialfeature at the evening show in the recreation hall, favoured the troops with a number of vocalselections.Flight Lieutenant A. Harrison (C1428), Equipment reports back to the Station from ColonelBelcher Hospital, Calgary

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2-7-42 with a recommendation for sick leave.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 18 mins. Night 4 hours 42 mins.

3-7-42 Wing Commander Gray, K. (33057) Senior Armament Officer of No. 4 TrainingCommand, arrives at 1000 hours on an official visit to the Station, spending the day inconference. Flying Officer H.S. Baker (C11371) (Adm) arrives from No. 4 Training Command,Calgary, on temporary duty.Graduating ceremonies were conducted on the parade grounds at l600 hours, when GroupCaptain Jones presented Wings to the graduates of course No.33 W.O.A.G.'s. This coursegraduated 35 students of a total of 36. The one pupil, R.C.A.F., being sent to No. 3 WirelessSchool Winnipeg, for further training. The leading man in the course was NZ41640, SergeantMeha, E.M., who was presented with an identification bracelet from the Canteen Committee onbehalf of the School personnel. Before leaving the School on posting, Sergeant Meha receivedword of his being granted a commission. The posting of this course was as follows: 9R.C.A.F. to No. 32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay, B.C., 12 R.C.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 6 A.O.A.S.Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and 1 R.C.A.F. to No. 3 Wireless School, Winnipeg.Course No. 44 Air Observers graduated 18 students R.C.A.F. personnel, who were posted to No.1 C.N.S., Rivers, Manitoba. The leading man in this class was R124170 LAC Jackson S.W.A.,who was also presented with an identification bracelet. These personnel were granted 2 weeks

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special leave, to report at No. 1 C.N.S. 19-7-42. An R.A.F. concert party from R.A.F. StationNo. 36 E.F.T.S., Pearce visited the Station and presented a concert in the Recreation Hall, muchto the delight of a large gathering of Station personnel. Following the concert the visiting artistswere entertained to a social hour and luncheon at the Officers' Mess.Two ball teams from this Station attended the Carmangy Sports and participated in the soft balltournaments of the day, but failed to break their way into the prize money class.Air Vice Marshall McKean and Group Captain Banting of the British Air Mission arrived byT.C.A., and after spending the night departed early the following morning for Pearce,accompanied by Group Captain Flynn piloting a service aircraft.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 17 hours 17 mins. Night 6 hours 43 mins.

4-7-42 Flying Officer Downie, F.P (C3336) P.T. Instructor and Disciplinarian Officer from No.4 Training Command visited the Station on an inspection and returned to Calgary at 1825 hoursby rail. Flying Officer Peel D.A.P.M. from No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod, visited the station at 1000hours to confer with Flying Officer Officer C.B. Manson Station D.A.P.M. and left forLethbridge at 1200 hours.Mr. Cunnals Y.M.C.A. representative at No. 36 E.F.T.S., Pearce, visited the station andconferred with

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4-7-42 Group Captain Jones and the Legion Auxiliary Services representative, Mr. Kew.Maximum Possible Flying Time - 16 hours l6 mins. (day) Night 7 hours 44 mins.

5-7-42 The usual Station Church Services were held this date at 0800 hours. Roman Catholicservice being held in the Airmen's Dry Canteen, conducted by H/F/L Griffin. The Protestantservice was held in the recreation hall, conducted by H/F/L W.K. Batty. At this latter serviceupwards of 200 personnel attended.Course No. 58 Air Bombers arrived to start training and consisted of 2 R.N.Z.A.F., 6 R.C.A.F.and 26 Great Britain personnel.Course No. 35 W.O.A.G.’s consisting of 38 R.C.A.F. personnel, arrive to commence theirtraining. Course No. 35B (Air Gunners) also arrive consisting of 28 R.C.A.F. personnel.9 Anson aircraft arrive from Winnipeg to be detailed for use in bombing exercises.

6-7-42 Aircraft Recognition Course No. 3 commenced training with 14 personnel registered forthe course.F/L Kinney G.W.C. (C2095) (ADM), is posted on temporary duty to A.F.H.Q., Ottawa, to report0900 hours 10-7-42, for a 5 day's course in Intelligence. Flying Officer Baker, H.S. (C11371)(Adm) on temporary duty is placed to work with the Adjutant of A.T.S. for instruction.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 15 mins. Night 7 hours 45 mins.

7-7-42 Ten Senior N.C.O.'s go to Calgary for a classification test at No. 2 Recruiting Centre inresponse to their applications for commissions.Two auditors, Messrs. J. S. Ross and J.G.E. Sawyer, representing the Auditor General'sDepartment Dominion Government, Ottawa, arrive to make a routine audit of the Accounts

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Section.F/L Glen Edward Grindley (75693) a direct entry in the R.A.F., has been included in the BritishBirthday Honours List, as a Member of the British Empire, and is receiving the heartycongratulations of the Commanding Officer and all station Personnel.

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7-7-42 F/L Gent from Great Britain who is on an inspection tour of R.C.A.F. Stations inCanada, visits the Station particularly to inspect the cork of the Aircraft Recognition Course.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 16 hours Night 8 hours

8-7-42 F/L T.A. Millar (C4664) Senior Administrative Officer is admitted to Galt Hospital at2100 hours and an appecdectomy is performed at 2359 hours. Squadron Leader, Senior MedicalOfficer, of the Station, was in attendance and reports the operation successful.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 17 hours 10 mins. Night 6 hours 50 mins.

9-7-42 Assistant Section Officer Evans (WD) of No. 4 Training Command pays a brief visit tothe Station to confer with Assistant Section Officer Burton.An extensive mid-summer clean up campaign is in progress with an early weed crop beingharvested before ripening. The various gardens on the Station are showing a wonderful growthas the result of almost excessive moisture, and all the messes on the Station are benefitting withlettuce, radishes and onions added to the daily diet.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day l6 hours Night 8 hours

10-7-42 Aircraft Recognition Course No. 3 concludes with an output of 13, and 1 failure. Thiscourse was composed of 1 Officer, 2 W.O. l's, 3 Flight Sergeants, 3 Sergeants and 5 Corporals. Flying Officer Pilkington W. (C7162) Link Trainer Instructor on this Station since October 1941,is posted on temporary duty to A.F.H.Q. Ottawa, reporting 0900 hours 13-7-42, for a 5 days'intelligence course of instruction.A Battle Aircraft No. 2086 in taxiing on Hangar Apron crashed into a Harvard No. 3812, at 1630hours, the crew of the Battle consisted of GB334265 Sergeant Thompson J.W. and R128505LAC Sawyer, both of whom were uninjured. The Harvard was piloted by Pilot Officer HeacockJ.D. (J9670), who was uninjured. R118340 LAC Steel, Edward was a passenger whose head wasstruck by the impact, bashing him against the instrument panel fracturing his lower left jaw andcausing outs on the face. He was rushed to the Station Hospital for immediate attention.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours Night 8 hours

11-7-42 F/L T.A. Millar (C4664) Senior Administrative Officer is reported steadily improvingafter operation in Galt Hospital, Lethbridge. Flying Officer McIntosh R.G. (C6756) issubstituting as Administrative Officer No. 1 during the absence of F/L Millar.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 12 hours Night 2 hours

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12-7-42 building and the Protestant service in the Recreation Hall, with the usual goodattendance at each service.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 16 hours Night 8 hours.

13-7-42 Flying Officer Gessell, G.A.W. J.8873), Link Trainer Instructor reports for duty fromNo. 35 S.F.T.S. North Battleford, to take the place recently vacated by Flying Officer Pilkington W.Pursuance of the Station's policy to help enlighten the civilian population of the work of theR.C.A.F. members of the Lethbridge and Raymond Rotary Clubs were entertained at luncheon atthe Officers' Mess at 1230 hours, and following a very happy dinner hour upwards of 90 guestswere treated to an inspection tour of the Station. A well organized committee of Officersconducted small touring parties through all the interesting sections of the Station. These givingthe visitors an insight into the actual operations of such a Station as this. Details of the luncheonmeeting and visit are outlined in exhibit "A" a report carried by the Lethbridge Daily Herald.Aircraft Recognition Course No. 4 commenced with 15 enrolled vis; 1 Lieutenant, 1 PilotOfficer, 1 W.0.1, 1 F/Sgt., 4 Sergeants and 7 Corporals.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day l6 hours Night 8 hours.

14-7-42 Lieutenant W. Tudor of the U.S.A. Ferry Squadron arrives to be attached to the Stationas Officer in Charge of U.S.A. air transport service through this station.This School's soft ball team, known as No. 8 B. & G. Fliers, played its third and final play-offgame with the Lethbridge Kresades for the right to represent this district in the Southern Albertasoft ball play-offs against Medecine Hat. Owing to heavy postings in recent weeks, the highlytouted "Fliers" were unable to stand up against the "Kresades", and dropped this deciding gameby a score of 7 to 4. The "Fliers" played a very sportsmanlike series in this play-off tourney, andwon the applause of quite large crowds at these games, thus maintaining a good prestige for theR.C.A.F.Wing Commander Gray of No. 4 Training: Command, and Wing Commanders Nelson andLevis. J.D. (33093) of A.F.H.Q. Ottawa paid an official visit to the Station.

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14-7-42 Pilot Officer Brewster D.A. (C9888) aeronautical engineer, reports for duty from theschool of Aeronautical Engineering, Montreal.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 16 hours Night 8 hours.

15-7-42 Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 16 hours Night 8 hours.

16-7-42 Major E.L. MacKay in charge of R.C. A.S.C., Calgary and Captain Turner of No. 7S.F.T.S., Macleod visit the Station on a routine inspection of the Supply Depot and the rationssituation on this Station. The Supply Section on this Station is in charge of LieutenantBurt-Johns M.S.M, and these officers reported finding everything in excellent order under a

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17-7-42 Normal operations in progress throughout the day. Aircraft Recognition Course No. 4Completed with 14 passing and one failure.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 16 hours Night 8 hours.

18-7-42 The first marriage of one of the Airwomen personnel of our Station takes place to-dayin Edmonton, when, at All Saints' Cathedral, AW1 Strawson is being married to James Sexaeur,supply assistant in the Royal Canadian Navy. AW1 Strawson has been an Equipment Assistantworking in the Clothing Stores of this Station, and will continue in the service. Her husband hasreturned to his duties on the east coast.Class No. 45 Air Observers graduates 25 students of R.C.A.F. personnel, who are granted 14days special leave before reporting at No. 1 C.N.S. Rivers, Manitoba. LAC Brown E.A. R116377is the top man in the class and is presented with an identification bracelet from the Airmen'sCanteen Committee.Group Captain Jones and all Station personnel are greatly interested in the arrival on the Stationof the Hawker Hurricane fighter plane named “March of Dimes”, a gift from the people ofCanada to the R.C.A.F. This ship has been placed at the disposal of No. 133 Fighter Squadron,and will be flown by Squadron Leader L.T. Brooks (39932) the O.C. this Squadron.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day l6 hours Night 8 hours

19-7-42 The usual Sunday Church Services are held at 0800 hours, the Roman Catholicpersonnel holding services in the Airmen's Dry Canteen with Rev. Father Biggen officiating inthe absence of H/F/L Griffin. H/F/L Batty conducted the Protestant service in the recreation hall.F/L T.A. Millar recently operated upon is reported discharged from the Galt Hospital,Lethbridge, and is granted 15 days special sick leave and left by T.C.A. plane for his home inVancouver, B. C.A Wings Parade is held at l600 hours for the graduates of course No. 34 W.O.A.G.’s, with GroupCaptain Jones officiating. 24 students graduated, these being comprised of 9 R.N.Z.A.F., 2R.A.A.F. and 13 R.C.A.F.

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19-7-42 Leading the class was R128505 Sergeant Sawyer, C.G., who was presented with anidentification bracelet. Word was received the following day of his also being granted acommission in the R.C.A.F. A very large gathering of civilians witnessed this WingsPresentation on a bright Sunday afternoon, and enjoyed the march past and the salute, taken bythe Commanding Officer. In the march past a flight in the squadron was composed of R.C.A.F. (WD) personnel, who received a hearty applause from the gathering. After the ceremony, thegraduates and visitors were treated to luncheon in the Sergeants' Mess. The graduates of thisclass were posted as follows: 2 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 1 "Y" Depot Halifax, 4 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 1A.O.S. Malton, Ontario, 3 R.C.A.F. to No. 32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay, B.C., 3 R.C.A.F. to No. 4A.O.S. London, Ontario, 3 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 4 A.O.S. London, Ontario and 5 R.C.A.F. toEastern Air Command Halifax, N.S. 2 R.C.A.F. and 2 R.A.A.F. were posted to and retained atNo. 8 B & G School as instructors. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 16 hours Night 8

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0-7-42 Aircraft Recognition Course No. 5 commenced with 13 enrolled, viz; 5 Flight Sergeants,5 Sergeants and 3 Corporals.The Legion War Services takes up its new quarters in building No. 4, where a large library andoffice are well set out in the main room. A large room is used for sporting equipment and athird large room is being prepared as a games room.Squadron Leader H.T.I. Lee (C1961) (ADM) of A.F.H.Q., Ottawa, and Squadron LeaderBirckenden of No. 4 Training Command Headquarters, visit the Station on business of interest tothe Legion Auxiliary Services and leave the following morning for a similar visit to the R.A.F.Station at Pearce.Course No. 36B (Air Gunners) composed of 32 R.C.A.F. personnel commenced training. Course No. 36 (W.O.A.G.) consisting of 17 R.C.A.F. and 11 R.N.Z.A.F. commenced training. Course No. 59 (Air Bombers) comprising personnel from C.T.S. Trenton commenced trainingand consisted of the following personnel: 9 R.C.A.F., 6 R.A.A.F. and 21 R.A.F. MaximumPossible Flying Time - Day 16 hours Night 8 hours.

21-7-42 Group Captain P.R. Hampton, P.R. (C1206) (ADM) No. 4 Training Command andSquadron Leader L. de S. Duke, DFC (C2658) (ADM) visited the Station and held conferencewith the Commanding Officer.

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21-7-42 Group Captain Scott Commanding Officer of No. 7 Equipment Depot, Winnipeg, visitsthe Station for a few hours while en route to Calgary.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day l6 hours Night 8 hours

2-7-42 Ten Bolingbroke aircraft arrive from the east for service at this Station.A unique good will inspection visit to the Station was held this afternoon when chiefs of theBlood Indian tribe were guests for a few hours, and had dinner in the Officers' Mess. ChiefShot-in-both-sides, Chief Cross-child and Chief Owns-different-horses, were flown over the AirFiring and Bombing Ranges and over their own reserves by Group Captain Jones. Other chiefswho visited the Station were Fred Tailfeathers, honorary "Chief Mountain" Rev. Canon S.H.Middleton, the principle of St. Paul's Indian School, and honorary "Chief Brave Rock" A.McMillan, Indian Agent from Cardston. Following the air flights the chiefs and their guestswere entertained at dinner at the Officers' Mess. Prior to dinner and in a very surprise feature,Group Captain Jones was honored by the visiting chiefs with feathered headdress and fullregalia, and in a befitting ceremony they named this School's Commanding Officer to be knownas "Chief Heavy Shields". Chief Shot-in-both-sides presided at the ceremony, with Chief PercyCreighton acting as interpreter. The honourary title given to Group Captain Jones is particularlyfitting as the original Chief Heavy Shields, who died several years ago, was a great warrior in theearly days and took part in many raids. He was an outstanding Medicine Man of authority, andwas the owner of several ritualistic charms which have been handed down from the past. Hewas a kindly chief of good judgement, and was the last of the surviving chiefs to sign theoriginal Indian Treaty. The chief was a great friend of St. Paul's School and of the white man.

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It is interesting to note that No. 8 B. & G. School now possesses two honourary Indian chiefs.Barrack Officer A.C. Russell, the former manager of the Lethbridge Exhibition, having beenmade an honourary chief some years ago in recognition of his kindly relations with the Indians atthis annual Exhibition. Pictures of the ceremony are shown in exhibits "C" and "D". MaximumPossible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 45 mins. Night 4 hours 30 mins.

23-7-42 The soft ball team representative of the Women's Division of this school visits No. 7S.F.T.S. Macleod, and in an evening game beats a W.D. team of that Station by a score of 11 to5. The visitors enjoyed a social evening at the W.D. Canteen. Assisstant Section OfficerBurton accompanied the party.Normal working operations continue throughout the day. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day15 hours 40 mins. Night 4 hours

24-7-42 Aircraft Recognition Course No. 5 completed with eleven passing and two failures.The July issue of the Station newspaper, the Chinook, is distributed to all personnelas Volume INo.3

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24-7-42 comes off the press.Considerable rain throughout the day hampers normal routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 38 mins. Night 2 hours 48 mins.

25-7-42 Normal Station activities with some rain through the day.First overseas postings for W.D. personnel of this Station are noted, with the potting of AW1MacKinnon M.J. of Moosomin Saskatchewan, a graduate of the University of Ottawa, and AW1Douglas E.M. of Winnipeg, a graduate of the University of Manitoba. These two are both clerkstenographers, delighted with their postings and greatly envied by their associates. MaximumPossible Flying Time - Day 6 hours 36 mins. Night nil.

26-7-42 Regular Church Services were held at 0800 hours this date, and were quite largelyattended. The Roman Catholic Service being held in the Airmen's Dry Canteen, with Rev.Father Beggan officiating, and the Protestant Service in the Recreation Ball with H/F/L Batty incharge. Upwards of 200 personnel attended this service despite the fact that work was inprogress in many sections of the Station. The weather throughout the day was quite wet andhampered flying. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 30 mins. Night nil.

27-7-42 Aircraft Recognition Course No. 6 commenced with 14 enrolled viz; 4 Flight Sergeants,6 Sergeants, 3 corporals and 1 LAC.Flying Officer Baker H.S. (C11371) Administrative Officer, is a guest speaker at the Rotary Clubluncheon in Lethbridge, giving the members his impressions of R.C.A.F. life since his joiningthe Service. Flying Officer Baker in civilian life was a school inspector in this section of Alberta,and was given a hearty welcome by members of the Rotary Club.

28-7-42 Soft ball teams representing our Station's Airmen and Women's Division attended a

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sports meet at No. 15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm, but failed to land any of the prizes.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 18 mins. Night 4 hours 10 mins.

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29-7-42 Mr. W.S. Howland, chief of the Southern Bureau of "Life" and "Time" magazinesaccompanied by Group Captain Hampden arrived on the Station at 1600 hours by air fromMedicine Hat, and visited with the Commanding Officer, departing at 1815 hours by air forCalgary. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 20 mins. Night nil.

30-7-42 Members of the Airmen's Canteen Committee are planning the establishing of a coffeebar in the Airmen's Canteen and after ordering the necessary equipment are making alterations tothe building, to accomodate this service which will no doubt be greatly appreciated by thepersonnel.Members of the Armament Training Squadron enjoyed a social event, in the nature of a dance atthe Henderson Lake Pavilion, in the evening. This proved a very successful affair with asplendid orchestra entertaining quite a large crowd. This party was well organized and carefullymanaged under the direction of Squadron Leader Bundy, W.J. (264), Officer CommandingFlying. The event was also a financial success with approximately $25.00 profit.Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 15 hours 20 mins. Night nil.

31-7-42 Assistant Section Officer B.M. Gilroy from No. 6 “M” Depot, Ontario, reports for dutyon the Station to assist in the Women's Division Section.Mr. J.W. Jenkinson district supervisor of the Canadian Legion War Services visits the Station tocheck over the new premises of the Auxiliary Services, and confer with the CommandingOfficer, Group Captain Jones, and the Legion Auxiliary Services representative Mr. W.L. Kew. Aircraft Recognition Course No. 6 completed with l4 passing and no failures. Maximum Possible Flying Time - Day 12 hours 15 mins. Night nil.

STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTY-FIRST OF JULY 1942 - RCAF Officers 53 RCAF Airman 604 WD Officers 2 WD Airwomen 107 Trainees 204 CDC Officers 2 CDC Other ranks 3 RCASC Officers 1 RCASC Other ranks 6 CPC Officers 0 CPC Other ranks 3 Civilians 83 TOTAL 1069

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31-7-42 No. 133(F) Squadron (Attached) Officers 11 Airmen 217 TOTAL 228GRAND TOTAL 1297

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE AN SONS 21 BATTLES 64 LYSANDERS 12 BOLINGBROKES 16 HARVARD 1

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2120 hours, 25 mins.

R.F. Fross Sqn Ldr. for (W.A. JONES) Group Captain, COMMANDING OFFICER, No. 8 B. &. G. School, RCAF., LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA.

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Attached Personnel - No. 133 (F) Squadron Officers 11 Airmen 217 228

Course No. 46 Air Observers completes training and is posted to No. 1 C.N.S. Rivers, Manitoba.

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The personnel consists of 18 G.B. and 1 R.N Z A F. Course No. 35. W.O.A.G.’s is graduatedand wings are presented by Group Captain W.A. Jones. 33 Graduates receive badges and areposted as follows: 5 R.C.A.F., to No. 3 Wireless School, Winnipeg; 2 R.C.A.F. to No. 4 A.O.SLondon, Ontario; 5 R.C.A.F. to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton; 3 R.C.A.F. to No. 36 O.T.U.Greenwood, N.S.; 15 R.C.A.F. to Western Air Command, Victoria, B.C.: and 2 R.C.A.F.retained at No. 8 B. & G. School as instructors. Following the

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1-8-42 presentation the usual photographs were taken of the class and the graduates andcivilian guests were treated to luncheon in the Officers Mess.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours 16 mins. Night - 8 hours 46 mins.

2-8-42 Course No. 60 Air Bombers commenced training and consists of 35 personnel asfollows: 6 G.B., 2 R.A.A.F., and 27 R.C.A.F. Course 37B Air Gunners commences training andconsists of 36 R.C.A.F. personnel from No. 3 Wireless School, Winnipeg. The usual SundayChurch Services were conducted on the Station. The Protestant Service in the Recreation Hallwith Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C.11405) in charge, and the Roman Catholic Service in theAirmen's Dry Canteen, with Rev. Father Bergen in charge. Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours 12 mins. Night - 8 hours 48 mins.

3-8-42 Pilot Officer R.R. Fisk (C.11909) arrives from Trenton, Ontario, posted to this Stationas P.T. and Drill Officer.The Commanding Officer, Croup Captain W.A. Jones (C.135) goes to Medicine Hat for aconference of Commanding Officers and Training Command Officials of No. 4 TrainingCommand. Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C182) assumes command of the Station in theabsence of the Commanding Officer.No. 7 Aircraft Recognition Course commences with 19 personnel enrolled, under FlightLieutenant G.E. Grindley, M.B.E. (RAF 75693).Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours 10 mins. Night - 8 hours 49 mins.

4-8-42 Flight Lieutenant T. A. Millar (C4664), Senior Administrative Officer, returns to dutyfrom sick leave spent in Vancouver, and following an operation.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours 7 mins. Night - 8 hours 51 mins.

5-8-42 Assistant Section Officer E.J. Campbell (V30239) (Eq’t Messing) (W.D.) arrives onposting from No. 6 "M" Depot, Toronto, to be a dietician at this Station.Mr. H.D. Liddell representing the Inspector General and the Inspection Board of the UnitedKingdom and Canada, visits the Station and in particular the Equipment Section. Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 28 mins. Night - 8 hours 57 mins.

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6-8-42 Flight Lieutenant H.W. Sloan, Motor Transport Officer of No. 4Training Command,arrives t the Station by P.M.C. on a routine visit to the M.T. Section of this Station.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours Night - 9 hours.

7-8-4 Aircraft Recognition Course No.7 is completed with 18 students passing and one failure.Personnel returning to their various units throughout the Command. This was the concludingcourse of the present series, successfully conducted under the leadership of Flight Lieutenant G.E. Grindley M.B.E. (RAF 75693).Maximum Possible Flying Time. Day - 14 hours 58 mins. Night - 9 hours 4 mins.

8-8-42 The Commanding Officer, Group Captain W. A. Jones (C.135) returns from aconference at Medicine Hat, and resumes command of the Station. Squadron Leader G.R.F.Gross relinquishes said command.Advice is received from Air Force Headquarters to the effect that in Course No. 35 R.C.A.F. AirGunners, a commission is awarded to Sergeant C. E. Endersbe R114825.Major H.F. Kellems and Lieutenant G.W. Hobbs of the American Army visit the Station andconfer with Lieutenant Tudor stationed here in the interests of the American Army, and with theCommanding Officer of this Station.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours 54 mins. Night - 8 hours.

9-8-42 Sunday Church Services are conducted as usual at 0800 hours. The Protestant Servicein the Recreation Hall, with Flight Lieutenant W.K Batty (C.11405) in charge and assisted by theReverend P.C. Wade of Lethbridge. At 0700 hours the guest minister Reverend Mr. Wade heldAnglican Communion Service in the Recreation Hall, a number of personnel participating. TheRoman Catholic Service was held in the Airmen's Dry Canteen at 0800 hrs.

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9-8-42 and was conducted by the Reverend Father W.H. Malloy.At 2300 hours telephone advice is received from the R.C.M.P., reporting the accidentaldrowning of R.84142 LAC Hume, G.D, an airman on the strength of this Station. The accidentoccurred at Bow Island in the South Saskatchewan River. The police report that the body hadnot been found and that dragging operations were under way. Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours 52 mins. Night - 8 hours.

10-8-42 The Chief Instructor, Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C.182), goes to Medicine Hat tospend several days at a conference of Senior Officers from Stations of No. 4 Training Command.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 15 hours Night - 9 hours.

11-8-42 Normal routine procedure continues throughout the Station with no particular newsvalue therein.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 45 mins. Night - 9 hours 15 mins.

12-8-42 Word is received from the R.C.M.P. of the recovery of the body of the late LAC Hume,G.D., from the waters of the South Saskatchewan River, Bow Island, and that same is beingforwarded to Lethbridge. The next-of-kin of the deceased, Mrs. Hume, is advised at Embro,Ontario, and arrangements are made for forwarding the body to that point for burial. A

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Committee of Adjustment is named as follows: President - Flight Lieutenant T.A. Millar(C.4664), Members - Flying Officer F.P. Bouchard (C.11744), Pilot Officer G.W. Brown(C.9787).Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 5 hours 26 mins. Night - 2 hours, 40 mins.

13-8-42 Heavy rains cover this entire district, and washed out flying entirely, with only normalStation Routine in vogue.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - Nil Night - Nil.

14-8-42 The body of the late R85142 LAC Hume, G.D., is forwarded to Embro, Ontario forburial, leaving here via C.P.R. at 1825 hours, arrangements having been made for a militaryfuneral to be carried out by No. 14 S.F.T.S. Aylmer, Ontario, an R.C.A.F. School in

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14-8-42 Squadron Leader G.F.R. Gross (C.182) returns from conference at Medicine Hat.Maximum Possible Flying Time Day: - 14 hours 39 mins. Night - 9 hours, 25 mins.

15-8-42 Course No. 2, Tractor Operators' Course being conducted by the International HarvesterCompany in Lethbridge, is completed and graduates 12 pupils — 11 R.C.A.F. and 1 G.B.personnel.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 39 mins. Night. - 9 hours 25 mins.

16-8-42 Course No. 6l, Air Bombers, reports for duty with 41 students - 35 R.C.A.F., 8 G.B. and1 R.A.A.F.The usual Station Church Services are conducted, at 0800 hours, the Protestant service in theRecreation Hall with Flight Lieutenant W.K.. Batty. (C.11405) in charge, and the RomanCatholic Service in the Airmen's Dry Canteen with Reverend Father P. Bergin in charge. BothServices are quite largely attended by all personnel not on routine duty.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 29 mins. Night. - 9 hours 30 mins.

17-8-42 Course No. 36 W.O.A.G.'s graduates effective this date. The wings are presented bythe Commanding Officer Group Captain W.A. Jones (C.135). in an appropriate ceremony on theparade square. Twenty eight students are graduated and are posted as follows: 6 R.C.A.F., 5R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 5 "M" Depot, Lachine, Quebec; 2 R.C.A.F. to No. 34 O.T.U. Pennfield Ridge,N.S., 4 R.C.A.F. to Western Air Command Headquarters Victoria, B.C., while 2 are retained atNo.8. B. & G. School as instructors (one R.C.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F.)The leading man in the class, R.N.Z.A.F. 412649 Sergeant Bradshaw, W.F., is presented with abracelet from the Airmen's Canteen Committee. A very fine group of civilians witnessed thegraduation ceremonies, and joined with the graduates, at luncheon in the Sergeants' Mess.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - l4 hours 25 mins Night - 9 hours 35 mins.

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interview with a view to recommendation for a commission.No. 3 Tractor Operator Course commences at the International Harvester Company inLethbridge with 12 R.C.A.F. personnel enrolled.Advice is received to .the effect that 5 graduates of course No. 36 (W.O.A.G.) receivecommissions, as follows: R.N.Z.A.F.- Sergeant Bradshaw, W.F., N.Z.421649; N.Z.416014Sergeant Mullin, J.B.; R.C.A.F. - R.114584 Sergeant Lennox, G.A.; R.128543 Sergeant Todd, I.;R.129110 Sergeant Nathan, G.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 22 mins. Night. - 9 hours 40 mins.

19-8-42 The first fatality in the history of flying at this School is reported at 1015 hours thisdate, when Fairey Battle Aircraft R4000 crashes 2½ miles North West of the village of Magrath,approximately 17 miles from the Station, resulting in the following personnel being instantlykilled: R100191 Sergeant Low, L.R. (pilot); R119793 LAC Morin, G.G.(Gunner); R121785 Sandman, R.B. (Gunner). This crew had completed a routine gunnery exercise, and werereturning to the Aerodrome when engine trouble of some sort developed, making a forcedlanding necessary. The pilot lowered the undercarriage but a normal forced landing was notcarried out, as there was no evidence of a landing run. The Battle Aircraft struck the groundheavily. There was no evidence of a fire, although the oil and fuel tanks were fractured. Acourt of inquiry has been ordered and not until the investigation has been completed will thecause of the accident be known.A Committee of Adjustment is set up for the purpose of taking action as required by A.F.A.O. onthe Service Estates of R100191 Sergeant Low, L.R., R119793 LAC Morin, G.G., and LACSandman R.B. The Committee is to consist of: President - F/Lt. T. A Millar (C4664) - Members - Flying Officer R.G. McIntosh (C.6756) and Pilot Officer O.W. Mends (C10460).Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 18 mins. Night. - 9 hours 44 mins.

20-8-42 A Court of Enquiry under S/L C.D. Gordon (C1284), #7 S.F.T.S. Macleod, Alberta asPresident and Members - Pilot Officer G.D. Watson (J.10743) and Pilot Officer J.D. Heacock(J.9670), both on strength of No. 8 B. & G. School, convenes here to investigate the crash ofBattle Aircraft R4000 which occurred on 19-8-42.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 14 mins. Night. - 5 hours 40 mins.

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21-8-42 Air Vice Marshall J.A. Sully, AFC (C.686), Air Member for Personnel, Group CaptainC.C.P. Graham, (C.1251), Director of Airmen Personnel Services and Group Captain M.M.Sisley (C.1257), Director of Provost and Security Services, Wing Commander T.E. MacKell(C.2915). Director of Personnel, Squadron Leader W.R. Kingsland (C.1972), Deputy Director ofPostings and Careers, and Flight Lieutenant C.F. Divine (C.5424), Personal Staff Officer to AirVice Marshall Sully arrive by Government Air at 1120 hours and held a conference with theCommanding Officer and Key Officers of the Station. The party has luncheon and visits with theOfficers at the Officers' Mess, after briefly visiting the various sections of the School. BeforeDeparting by Government Air at 2145 hours for Brandon, Man., Air Vice Marshall Sully brieflyaddresses the classes of trainees at the Ground Instructional School.Flight Lieutenant F.P. Downie (C.3336) Physical Training and Disciplinarian Officer of No. 4

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Training Command visits the Station and confers with Section Officers concerned in regard todrill and sport activities, equipment for same, etc.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - l4 hours 11 minutes Night - 9 hours 51 minutes.

22-8-42 Funeral Services are conducted in the Martin Brothers Funeral Chapel, Lethbridge forSergeant Low, L.R. (R.100191), LAC Morin, G.G. (R.119793), and LAC Sandman, R.B.(R.121785) at 1700 hours with Honorary Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C.11405) and HonoraryFlight Lieutenant R.W. Griffin (C9882) officiating. A full military funeral was afforded thedeceased with the necessary parties from the School personnel being in the parade, which wasvery efficiently organized under Flight Lieutenant T.A. Millar (C.4664) Senior AdministrativeOfficer and successfully carried out under Flying Officer F.P. Bouchard (C.11744). Theremains were forwarded by C.P.R. to the respective homes of the deceased; those of SergeantLow to Foxwarren, Manitoba and LAC Morin to St. Boniface, Manitoba; those of LAC Sandmanto Jarvie, Alberta.Flight Lieutenant G.S. Grlndley, MBE (RAF) (75693) returns from Temporary- Duty to WesternAir Command.The new Tennis Courts on the Station are used for the first time. A large square having beenprepared by the Works and Buildings staff providing for four courts and play commences with alarge number of personnel of the Station participating.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 14 hours 7 minutes Night - 9 hours 54 minutes.

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23-8-42 Air Commodore R.W. Ryan, Director of Medical Services for Air, and SquadronLeader D.R. Easton (C.4172) Principal Medical Officer (#4 Training Command) visit the Stationand Station Hospital briefly en route by Trans Canada Airlines to Medicine Hat, arriving at 0900hours and departing at 0930 hours.The usual Sunday Church Services are conducted this morning at 0800 hours. The Protestantservice in the Recreation Hall with Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C.11405) in charge, and theRoman Catholic Service in the Airmen's Dry Canteen with Honorary Flight Lieutenant R.W.Griffin (C.9882) in charge back to duty after a month's holidays.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - l4 hours 4 minutes Night - 9 hours 58 minutes

24-8-42 The #133 (F) Squadron commences night flying training with Flight Lieutenant J.B.McColl (C.1172) in charge..Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - l4 hours Night - 2 hours 40 minutes.

25-8-42 Squadron Leader W.T. Brooks (RAF) (39932) Commanding Officer of #133 (F)Squadron departs by air at 0930 hours for Mossbank, Saskatchewan to visit #135 (F) Squadron.Flying Officer P. Patrick (C.6981) Armament Officer is posted to Chemical Warfare School atEdgewood, Maryland, U.S.A. to take a course commencing 31-8-42 and terminating 26-9-42.The Station magazine “The Chinook” for the month of August is off the press and distributed toall personnel on the strength. This is number 4 of the School's monthly paper, and consists of24 pages well illustrated and covering a cross-section of news commentary of Station Life. Thefeature article of the month is a story on the work of the Air Training Squadron, and this is

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accompanied by a large number of pictures of the Flights in the Squadron, and a variety ofpictures of the work conducted by the Flights.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 13 hours 57 minutes Night - 10 hours 5 minutes.

26-8-42 Flying Officer W. Dow (C.3876), Flying Officer G.W. Schafer, (C.6035) and FlyingOfficer P.A. Shelton (C.6040) are posted to No. 6 S.F.T.S. Dunnville, Ontario.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 13 hours 53 minutes Night - 10 hours 12 minutes.

27-8-42 First Lieutenant W.M.E. Crater and four enlisted men of the U.S. Army Air Corpsarrive on the Station for duty, the former as Weather Officer with the U.S. Ferry Detachmentnow stationed at this unit.Flying Officer B.C. McKnight (J.8959) Air Force Headquarters Works and Buildings Officervisits the unit and confers with the Commanding Officer and the unit's Works and BuildingsOfficer. Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 13 hours 50 minutes Night - 10 hours and 12 minutes.

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31-8-42 Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 13 hours 37 minutes Night - Nil

STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTY-FIRST OF AUGUST 1942 - RCAF Officers 50 RCAF Airman 651 WD Officers 3 WD Airwomen 142 Trainees 217 CDC Officers 2 CDC Other ranks 3 RCASC Officers 1 RCASC Other ranks 6 CPC Officers 0 CPC Other ranks 3 Civilians 86 1164

No. 133(F) Squadron (Attached) Officers 13

Other Ranks 199 212

No. 124 Ferry Squadron (Attached) Officers 2 Other Ranks 23 TOTAL 1401

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2981 hours 15 minutes

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TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE Cessna Crane 1 Bolingbroke 14 Ansons 21 Lysanders 12 Battles 61

110 TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE: THIS DATE Hurricanes 19 #133 (F) Squadron Harvards 7 TOTAL 136

G.R.F. Gross Sqn Ldr. (G.R.F. Gross) Squadron Leader, Commanding Officer, No. 8 B. &. G. School, RCAF., Lethbridge, Alta.

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1-9-42 Strength as at 1 of September, 1942: st

OFFICERS 50 AIRMEN 651 OFFICERS (W.D) 3 AIRWOMEN 142 TRAINEES 217 - (1063) C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C. OTHER RANKS 3 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 6 C.P.C. OFFICERS 0 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 86 TOTAL 1188

ATTACHED PERSONNEL No. 133 (F) Squadron OFFICERS 11 OTHER RANKS 199 TOTAL 212

No. 124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 23 GRAND TOTAL 1425 TOTAL 25

Squadron Leader S.E. Bourne (C.1505) from No. 4 Training Command visits the Station for an

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Inspection of the Equipment Section.Mr. A.E. Russell, Barrack Officer, is struck off strength, having been named AlbertaRepresentative of the B.C. Security Commission. Mr. G. Barr is taken on strength as BarrackWarden.

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1-9-42 Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day 13 hrs. 31 Minutes Night 10 hrs and 29minutes.

2-9-42 Flying Officer W.A. Wheten (C.6089) arrives from No. l4 "X" Depot, Regina, for aninspection of Explosives.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY NIL NIGHT NIL

3-9-42 Flight Lieutenant J.P. Gaschler (C.6980) and W.O. I Wareham, B.G. (GB.364352)Armament Visitation Flight from Mountain View leave by rail for Calgary completing a visit onthe Station of four days.A Flight of Airmen and A Fleet of Vehicles from the Motor Transport Section visit Lethbridgeand participate in a Parade to boost the War Savings Stamps Sales Campaing.Personnel of the Station are treated to a unique feature in the Recreation Hall in the evening whenChief Mountain Horse gives a lecture on “Indians of the Western Plains”. Accompanying hisaddress was a showing of curios and relics.Flight Lieutenant J. T. Naylon (C.2067) of the Western Air Command visits the Station to inspectthe equipment of No. 133 (F) Squadron. He departs by Government Air at 1700 hours for No. 3B. & G. School, Mossbank.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 7 hrs. 13 minutes NIGHT 10 hrs. 36 minutes

4-9-42 Flying Officer R.T. Watkins (C.12522) arrives by rail from Medicine Hat, #34 S.F.T.S. onTemporary Duty on Station Hospital Medical Staff.Mr. E. A. Pockock representing the Inspector General’s Department Inspection Board, Ottawa,visits the Equipment Section on routine inspection.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours 22 minutes NIGHT 10 hours 36 minutes

5-9-42 The Sergeants’ Mess is the scene of a very pleasant Summer Formal Dance when a largenumber of visitors joined with Station Personnel in a social time for four or five hours.At 1630 hours Bolingbroke MK 4 Aircraft No. 9902 powered with Mercury 15 Engines, Port No.2907, and Starboard No. 2884, piloted by GB.958526 Sgt. Pilot Waller, E.G.S. and carryingGB.1127186 Sgt. Pilot Williams, K.B.C., Pilot Navigator, and R.109343 Cpl. Rogan, J.B., aspassenger returning from a Navigation Flight and made a forced landing on the Aerodrome. ThePilot made a crash landing, wheels up, due to inability to lower same by means of emergencyhydraulic pump. There were no injuries. Category of Crash was "B".Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours 18 minutes NIGHT 10 hours

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6-9-42 A National Day of Prayer was observed by the Station Personnel very extensivelyparticipating. A splendid Protestant Service was held in the Recreation Hall at 0830 hours withFlight Lieutenant W.K. Batty in charge. The Commanding Officer Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross(C.L82) read the Lesson, and a Vocal Solo was contributed by Mrs. G.S. Wright, the wife of FlightLieutenant Wright (C.8898) the Station Works & Buildings Officer. At St. Patrick's RomanCatholic Church at 0900 hours fifty Airmen and Airwomen of the Station participated in a SpecialService under Flight Lieutenant R.W. Griffin (C.9882), and afterwards were served breakfast atthe Y.M.C.A. as guests of the Knights of Columbus. At 1000 hours about thirty personnelattended a Special Service at St. Augustine's Church, conducted by Reverend P.C. Wade.Under the direction of Mrs. T.Y. Love, the Auxiliary of the Canadian Legion War Services aConcert was held at the Recreation Hall at 2000 hours. Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C.182)acted as Chairman when a very entertaining program wad presented as follows: Reading - Margaret Cross Vocal Solo - Verna Russell Piano Selection - Mrs. Botterill Saxaphone Solo - Miss McKissock (AW1) Vocal Selection - Aurline Tanner Violin Selection - Cpl. George Kerr South Sea Island Dance - AWl Mamie Booth Vocal Solo - Mrs. G.S. WrightPiano Accompanists - Mrs. W.J. Nelson, Mrs. Botterill, Irene Elton and Wilson L. Kew.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours 14 minutes NIGHT 10 hours 46 minutes

7-9-42 Mr. Parker, Federal Aircraft Representative pays an official visit to the Station.Aircraft. Recognition Course No. 8 commences under Flight Lieutenant G.E. Grindley, MBE(G.B.75693) with ten senior N.C.O.'s in attendance.The Air Officer Commanding, Air Commodore G.R. Howsam, MC visits the Station and spendssome hours on inspection.Assistant Section Officer L.B. McKergow (V30234) reports for duty from No. 3 S.F.T.S. comingon strength supernumerary to establishment for the purpose of gaining unit experience.

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7-9-42 At l400 hours Fairey Battle Aircraft No. 2078 Piloted by Sgt. Pilot Anderson, H.G.(R.86274) and carrying two Air Gunners, R.132192 LAC Phoenix, O.H. and R.76853 LAC Smith,J.R. when returning from a routine gunnery exercise had to make a. second circuit of theAerodrome when lack of power caused a forced landing, when the wheels retracted, at ½ mileSouth-West of the Aerodrome. There was no one injured. The category of the crash was "C-l4".Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours 11 mins. NIGHT 10 hours 49 minutes

8-9-42 Mr. J.W. Jenkinson, District Superintendent Canadian Legion War Services visits with theCommanding Officer and the local representative, Mr. W.L. Kew.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours 07 minutes NIGHT 3 hours 10 minutes

9-9-42 A normal day's activities in progress.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours 03 minutes NIGHT 10 hours 57 minutes

10-9-42 Squadron Lender G.C. MacDougall (C.2351) Accounts Inspector from No. 4 TrainingCommand arrives by Air at 1045 hours to commence an inspection of the Accounts Section.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours NIGHT 11 hours

11-9-42 Flight Lieutenant F.W. Cowley (C.2562) of No. 4 Training Command arrives at 0850hours to join in a meeting of a Board of Inspection, and departs by Air at l400 hours for Pearce.The R.C.A.F. Airmen of the Bomber Crew, who assisted in the smashing raid on Saarbruecken,Germany, and flew to Canada the next day, arrived at the Station at 0910 hours to have a brief visitto the City of Lethbridge. (A) The visiting airmen included Pilot Officer, J.B. Higham, DFC of Assiniboia, Sask., pilot of the Wellington bomber which blasted Germany; Sgt. Don Morrison, Sherbrooke, Que., rear gunner; Flt. Sgt. Karl Svenson, Elfros, Sask., wireless operator; FLt. Sgt. S.C. Lee, Minnedosa, Man., navigator; Sgt. Arch Loaoh, Islington, Ont., front gunner and bomber. (B) Flight Lieutenant T.C. McCall, chief public relations officer at R.C.A.F. headquarters in Ottawa was in charge of the tour. (C) Airmen and Airwomen from No.8 Bombing and Gunnery School formed and honor guard with Royal Canadian Mounted Police being a part of a colorful background. (D) Rousing cheers and applause greeted the airmen on their arrival at the Court House where the Macleod Air Pores Band played throughout the ceremony. Representatives from Air Schools included Wing Commander R.F. Davenport of Macleod; Wing Commander Walter Kennedy of Claresholm; Lieut. William Tudor of the United States Air Corps and Squadron Leader R. Gross(C.182)

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11-9-42 acting Commanding Officer at No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge. (E) During the few minutes they were at No. 8 the visitors chatted with Mayor Elton, Inspector E.D. Fryett of the R.C.M.P., President Charles MacMillan of the Lethbridge Board of Trade, Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C.182) acting Commanding Officer of No. 8 and other officers of the local and other southern Alberta air training centres. The Bomber Crew depart by plane for Vancouver at 1015 hours.Course No. 59 Air Bombers complete their course and are posted effective 12-9-42 reporting 13-9-42 as follows: 9 R.C.A.F. to #2 A.O.S. Edmonton. 1 R.A.A.F. to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton, and l4R.A.F. to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton; 6 R.A.F. to No. 3 A.O.S. Pearce and 5 R.A.A.F. to No. 3 A.O.S.Pearce; 1 R.A.F. is hospitalized and is transferred to Course No. 60.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 13 hours NIGHT 11 hours

12-9-42 A normal day's routine of station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours 52 minutes NIGHT 11 hours 08 minutes

13-9-42 The usual Station Church Services were conducted; the R.C. Service being held in theAirmen’s Dry Canteen at 0800 hours and the Protestant Service in the Recreation Hall at 0800hours with Flight Lieutenant R.W. Griffin (C.9882) and Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C.11405)

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respectively in charge.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours 48 minutes NIGHT 11 hours 12 minutes

14-9-42 Group Captain W.A. Jones C.135) returns from annual leave and resumes command ofthe Station Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross relinquishes command.Maximum Possible Flying Time: 12 hours 44 mins. NIGHT 11 hrs. 12 minutes

15-9-42 Course No. 40 W.O.A.G. commences training and consists of 12 R.C.A.F. and 7R.N.Z.A.F. from No. 2 Wireless School. Calgary. Course 63 Air Bombers commences trainingthis date and consists of 31 R.C.A.F., 4 R.A.A.F., and 9 R.N.Z.A.F. (44 personnel) posted fromK.T.S. Trenton, Ontario.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours 42 minutes NIGHT Nil

16-9-42 Squadron Leader Bruce Millar (C.3572) of No. 4 Training Command, Calgary visits theStation. Squadron Leader Millar is the Command Chaplain.

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16-9-42 In view of tho stop-over for the night planned to be made at the Station by the BomberCrew on tour of Canada on return from Vancouver,. plans were made to hold a Station Dance thisevening in the Recreation Hall. Although word was received late in the day that the party was notarriving, the dance was proceeded with and proved vary successful. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours 35 minutes NIGHT Nil

17-9-42 The touring Bomber Crow of 5 Airmen arrives from Vancouver at 1500 hours andremains over-night, being entertained at dinner at the Officers’ Mess and participating in animpromptu party in the evening when a number of guests were hurriedly invited and come outfrom Lethbridge. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours 28 minutes NIGHT 11 hours 32 minutes

18-9-42 Flight Lieutenant S.S. Farrell (C.4518) arrives by air at 1000 hours from No. 15 S.F.T.S.,Claresholm, posted on Temporary Duty to the Accounts Section.The touring Bomber Crew of 5 Airman depart at 0900 hours for Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, wherea Civic Welcome was awaiting them.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 30 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 30 minutes

19-9-42 Normal routine station business in progress.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 26 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 34 minutes

20-9-42 A Station ceremonial parade and ensign raising was carried out between 0800 and 0900hours with Group Captain W.A. Jones (C.135) Commanding Officer present. Following theparade the personnel attended Protestant Church Service in the Recreation Hall and R..C.Personnel attended services in the Airmen's Dry Canteen. Approximately 700 personnel attendedthe Protestant Services at which the Commanding Officer read the Lesson, and the Service wasconducted by Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C.11405). The R.C. Service was conducted by Flight

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Lieutenant R.W. Griffin (C.9882). Following the Church Services, the remainder of the morninghours were given over to a Sports and Drill Program under Pilot Officer R.R. Fisk (C.11909)(P.T.&D.) with quite a varied program carried out.Station personnel were entertained at a variety concert in the Recreation Hall at 2000 hours withthe C.P.R. Telegraph Staff of Lethbridge the sponsors. The program was under supervision of theCanadian Legion War Services, and Artists of the program included Beverly Roberts, HelenMcKenzie, A.T.C.M. and Lincoln Lee as comedian, played by one of our station personnel,Corporal Arnold, A.M.(R.131836).Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 23 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 37 minutes 21-9-42 Press representatives from Vancouver and Victoria in company with Flight Lieutenant O.L'Amie No. 4 Training Command Press Liaison Officer visit the Station, arriving at 1000 hoursby Government Air. The purpose of the visit being to inspect particularly the Woman's Division ofthe Station.IMAGE 1662

21-9-42 After an interview with the Commanding Officer and Assistant Section Officer Burton incharge of the Women's Division, the visitors made a thorough inspection of the station payingparticular attention to all sections wherein the airwomen were engaged. The visiting pres ladieswere: Miss R.S. Milligan, Vancouver Sun; Miss Kaye McIntyre, Victoria Times; Mrs. Rita Myers,Vancouver Province; Mrs. Irene Kent, Vancouver News-Herald. The visitors were entertained atluncheon at the Officers’ Mess, and departed for Calgary by Government Air at l400 hours.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 19 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 15 minutes

22-9-42 No. 4 Training Command dietitian. Section Officer Clarke visits the Station and inspectsthe Messing work as under Assistant Section Officer E. J. Campbell (V.30239.) and returns by railthe following day to Calgary.Pilot Officer A.H.J. Zaitlin, (C.13880) Administrative Officer, is posted to the Stationsupernumerary for instructions prior to taking a course, and arrives for duty from No. 5 "M"Depot, Lachine, Quebec. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours 15 minutes NIGHT Nil

23-9-42 The Airmen's Canteen Committee holds a business meeting, during which time a reportis read advising the near completion of a new Coffee Bar in the Airmen's Dry Canteen, where avery fine set-up is under construction and should be operating within the next two weeks.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 7 hours NIGHT Nil

24-9-42 Ths Community Chest Drive in the City of Lethbridge now in progress practically assuresthe local War Service Council that a Hostess Hut will be provided in the City for the airwoman. This is a much needed service, and practical results are looked forward to with considerableinterest by the personnel of No. 8 B. & G. School.Flight Lieutenant H. W. Sloan, No. 4 Training Command Motor Transport Officer visits theStation on routine inspection, and finds maintenance of vehicles being stressed in order that M.T.service may be kept up to requirements; as, for instance, a Panel Truck for Security Guard serviceshas been thoroughly overhauled and is now ready for installation of radio set now on hand.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 8 hours 45 minutes NIGHT Nil

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25-9-42 Course No. 35B composted of 9 pupils graduates at 1030 hours when the CommandingOfficer, Group Captain W. A. Jonas, (C.135) presented the wings. Following a ceremony thegraduates and civilian guests were served tea in the Officers’ Mess. The leading airman in theclass was R.90685, Sgt. Patterson, K.R., who was presented with an Identification Bracelet fromthe Airmen’s Canteen Committee. All the graduates were R.C.A.F. personnel and were posted asfollows: 8 to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, and 1 retained at No. 8 B. & G. School, as an instructor.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours 06 minutes NIGHT 8 hours

26-9-42 Flight Lieutenant L. J.Ricks (C.2590), D.A.P.M. of No. 4 Training Command visits thestation and confers with the Commanding Officer and the station D.A.P.M.Tractor Operators’ Course No. 3 concludes at the International Harvester Company School,Lethbridge, with 12 R.C.A.F. students completing the course and returning to their respectiveunits.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours NIGHT 12 hours

27-9-42 The regular church services were held this date following a wing parade at 0800 hours. The R.C. service under Honorary Flight Lieutenant R.W. Griffin (C.9882) was held in theAirmen's Dry Canteen, and the Protestant service at 0900 hours was held in the Recreation Hallwith Honorary Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C.11405) in charge. On an official visit to thestation and taking part in the service was Squadron Leader Bruce Millar(C.3572) CommandChaplain of No. 4 Training Command, Calgary.Officers and personnel of the Station were guests of the Lethbridge Country Club at a GolfTournament sponsored by the Club's Men's Committee. During the afternoon a very fine gamewas enjoyed, after which lunch was served by a committee of women in charge of Mrs. W.J.Farrell and Mrs. Charles MacMillan, assisted by Mrs. B.T. Coon, Mrs. J.S. Kirkham, Mrs. E.C.H.Davis, Mrs. C.S. Donaldson, Mrs. J.E.Thompson, Mrs. H.W. Menzie, Mrs. S.R. Lamb and Mrs. T.H Caudwell. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 111 hours 56 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 04 minutes

28-9-42 Course No. 41 W.A.G.s consisting of 18 R.C.A.F, 31 R.N.Z.A.F, total 49, commencetraining upon reporting from No. 3 Wireless School, Edmonton. Course No. 64 Air Bombersconsisting of 23 R.C.A.F, 2 R.A.A.F., 2 R.N.Z.A.F, and 13 R.A.F., total 40, commences trainingfrom K.T.S., Trenton, Ontario.Battle Aircraft No. 2078 piloted by G.B. 1127186 Sgt. Williams, K.B.C, and carrying R.115214LAC Wood, F.C., and R.149736 LAC Zehanovicz, J. student Air Gunners, while flying on routineCamera Gun exercise had engine failure. A forced landing was made, wheels retracted, in theOld Man River, 10 miles north of Coaldale. There were no injuries. Category of Crash was "B".Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 54 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 06 minutes

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29-9-42 Group Captain W. Ewart Cockram (C.1701), Director of Protestant Chaplain ServicesR.C.A.F. Headquarters, Ottawa, arrives by T.C.A. and confers with Squadron Lender Bruce Millar(C.3572) No. 4 Training Command Chaplain, and Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty, Station Protestant Chaplain, and leaves by T.C.A. at 2100 hours.Tractor Operators' Course No. 4 opens at the International Harvester Company School, Lethbridgewith 12 students enrolled from various units in the Command.The September issue of the Station magazine "The Chinook" consisting of 20 pages is publishedand distributed to all station personnel.A Court of Inquiry appointed by the Air Officer Commanding, No. 4 Training Command toenquire into the loss of funds on imprest account No. 8 B. & G. School assembles at the Schoolthis date. The Court is composed of Wing Commander W.G. Webber(C.886) of No. 3 “M” Depot,Edmonton, Squadron Leader J.R. Jackson (C.2381) of No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod and FlightLieutenant Millar, T.A. (C.4664) of No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge.A Court of Inquiry composed of Squadron Leader W.J. Bundy(C.264), Flight Lieutenant Millar,T.A. (C.4664) and Flying Officer J.D. Johnstone (C.8250) convenes to squire into an accidentinvolving Hurricane Aircraft #5396 of 133 (F) Squadron attached to this unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 50 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 10 minutes

30-9-42 Over 500 personnel of the Station gathered in the Recreation Hall to enjoy a presentationby the Lifebuoy Follies, a concert troupe from Lever Brothers Ltd., which opens a two dayshowing at this station. The show of Song and Burlesque was produced by J. McLaren, producerof the first Overseas Concert Party with the Canadian Corps of the Great War. An 18 itemprogram was presented under the management of R.K. Cheetham, by a cast of 8 very fine artistsheaded by Pat Rafferty of the famous original Dumbells Show Troupe. At the close of the showGroup Captain W.A. Jones (C.135) thanked the Lever Brothers, and the players for the fineperformance.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 46 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 14 minutes

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30-9-42 SRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTIETH OF SEPTEMBER 1942 - OFFICERS 48 AIRMEN 697 W.D. OFFICERS 4 AIRWOMEN 147 TRAINEES 305 CIVILIANS 86 - (1287) C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1

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R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 6 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 No. 133 (F) SQDN. 11 No.133 (F) AIRMEN 192 #124 Ferry Detachment OFFICERS 2 #124 Ferry Detachment AIRMEN 23 U.S.A.A.C. OFFICERS 2 U.S.A.A.C. OTHER RANKS 5 TOTAL 1537

NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE: LYSANDERS IIIA 16 FAIREY BATTLES I 62 ANSONSII 21 BOLINGBROKE IV 15 HARVARD II 1 115

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2786 hours 10 minutes

G.R.F. Gross for (W.A. JONES) Group Captain, COMMANDING OFFICER, No. 8 B. &. G. School, RCAF., LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA.

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R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 6 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OFFICERS 0 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 86 TOTAL 101 - 1302 ATTACHED PERSONNEL No. 133 (F) Squadron OFFICERS 11 OTHER RANKS 192 TOTAL 203 - 1505 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 23 TOTAL 25 - 1530 U.S.A.A.C. OFFICERS 1 U.S.A.A.C. OTHER RANKS 5 TOTAL 6 - 1536 GRAND TOTAL - 1536

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1-10-42 Lifebuoy Follies show on second night here proves highly entertaining to an audience ofover 600 airman and airwomen. At the close of the program the Commanding Officer extendedhis personnel thanks and those of the Station Personnel for the splendid entertainment. After theperformance each evening the members of the Company were entertained socially at the Officers’Mess, and on Friday afternoon were transported to No. 7 S.F.T.S. , Macleod.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 42 minutes. NIGHT 12 hours 18 mins.

2-10-42 Squadron Leader L. Conacher (C12685) of Air Force Headquarters, Ottawa arrives onthe Station at 1000 hours by T.C.A. from the west Coast. He spent the day here conferring withthe Commanding Officer, the Sports Officer, and a proposed Hockey team manager, the latterconferring with Hockey Club Officials in Lethbridge and with Flight Lieutenant W.C. Goudie(C.4309) from No. 4 Training Command. Before departing via T.C.A. for Regina in the eveningSquadron Leader Conacher announced the success of his Conference and proposed formation of astrong four team Service League in this Province with R.C.A.F. teams at Lethbridge and Calgary,and an Army team at Calgary.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 40 minutes. NIGHT 12 hours 20 minutes.

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3-10-42 Flight Lieutenant G.B. Randall (C2700) arrives on the Station from No. 5 A.O.S,Winnipeg to take position of O.C. of G.I.S. succeeding Squadron Leader J.O. Begg (C2103) whowas posted to Mountain View.Seven Staff Pilots report for duty. Pilot Officer A. Crozier NZ415749 and R.A.F. Pilots, PilotOfficer R. Cooper, 1239328, Pilot Officer, W.A. Watt 1340667, Pilot Officer J.K.L. Draycott1210336, Pilot Officer G.F. Cook 1387851, Pilot Officer F.H. Ryan 1210854, Pilot Officer W.McAdam 1366072, all coming from No. 1 C.N.S. Rivers, Man.Armament visiting Flight Officers, Squadron Leader G.W. Erickson (C1305) and Flight LieutenantF.L. Gower (C2508) arrives on the Station by Government Air at 1000 hours from No. 5 B. & G.School, Dafoe, Sask. On an official inspection, and departed at 1400 hours by Government Air forMossbank. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 35 minutes. NIGHT 12 hours 23 minutes.

4-1-042 Prior to holding the regular Sunday Church Service a Station parade was held with threeSquadrons assembling on the Station Parade Ground for ensign raising ceremonies at 0820 hourswhen the Commanding Officer attended. Protestant Church Service was held in the RecreationHall with Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty in charge and approximately 500 personnel attending. TheRoman Catholic Service was held in the Legion Auxiliary Hu with Flight Lieutenant R.W. Griffinin charge.

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4-10-42 Three hours of this Sunday morning were spent after the Church Services in a sports, P.T.and Drill program conducted under the organization of the P.T. Officer.With the exception of the air party conveying aircraft, the personnel of No. 133 (F) Squadrondeparted by train from Lethbridge to Vancouver, B.C. in route to their new posting at BoundaryBay. Movement plans were well organized and successfully carried out, and the special traindeparted at approximately 2350 hours, practically on schedule.Maximum Possible Flying Timet DAY 11 hours. 33 minutes. NIGHT 12 hours. 27 minutes.

5-10-42 Squadron Leader J.G. Begg (C2103) takes his clearances from the Station to go onannual leave prior to reporting on posting to Mountain View. Flight Lieutenant G.B. Randall(C2700) assumes the duties of O.C. G.I.S.Flying Officer R. Coots (C5209) arrives by air at 1200 hours from No. 4 Training Command to doauditioning of Station personnel proposed to participate in a Command Concert party for theforthcoming Victory Loan Campaign.Flight Lieutenant S.S. Farrell (C4518) arrives by air from No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm at 0500hours on posting to this Unit in the Accounts Section.Pilot Officer C.L. Andrew (J12848), Staff Pilot, arrives by rail at 1430 hours from C.F.S. Trenton.The Air Party of No. 133 Fighter Squadron posted to Boundary Bay, B.C. departed from this Unitat 0830 hours under command of Squadron Leader W.T. Brooks. A rear party of 1 officer, 1Senior N.C.O, and 13 airmen remained to complete packing of equipment and shipment thereof.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours, 28 minutes NIGHT 12 hours, 32 minutes. 6-10-42 Normal routine Station activities.

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7-10-42 Flight Lieutenant R.D. Churoh (J3266) arrives at 0001 hours by rail from Air ForceHeadquarters, Ottawa on routine inspection tour. He departed at 0900 hours 8-10-42.Squadron Leader G. Gerill (C2900) arrives on Temporary Duty from No. 4 Training Command to assist in re-organizing Maintenance Wing at this Unit.Two W.D. personnel of this Station strength, W302094 Sgt. Stewart, J.F. and W302084 Cpl.Timberlake, D. leave for No. 6 "M" Depot, Toronto for commissions and to take a course forOfficers.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours, 20 minutes. NIGHT 12 hours, 40 minutes.

8-10-42 Flying Officer R.H. Parkyn (C6737) Accountant Officer is posted to No. 2 F.I.S., Vulcan,Alta.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours, 14 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 46 minutes.

9-10-42 Flight Lieutenant J.E. Wright (C6321) arrived by Government Motor Transport at 1100hours from No. 2 R.C.A.F. Recruiting Centre, Calgary to examine W.D. Recruits in Lethbridge. He visited with the Commanding Officer and the O.C. of the W.D. Section.A Wings Parade is held at l600 hours on the Station Parade Ground for the 20 graduates of Course36B (Air Gunners) all R.C.A.F. personnel. The graduates were presented with wings by theCommanding Officer. The leading man in the class was R107420 Sgt. Penner, Edward, who ispresented with an identification bracelet from the airmen's Canteen Committee. Of the graduates,four are posted to No. 34 O.T.U. Pennfield Ridge, N.B., 16 to No. 1 “Y” Depot, Halifax. Laterword is received advising of the commissioning of Sgt. Penner, E. A second class of graduates, 17 students, of Class No. 40 (W.A.G.s) was also presented with wings and the leading manR122179 Sgt. Anselmo, A.G. is given an identification bracelet. This class composed of 11R.C.A.F., 6 R.N.Z.A.F. posted as follows: 4 R.C.A.F. to No. 31 O.T.U., Debert, N.S., 5 R.C.A.F.and 1 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 3 A.O.S. Regina, Sask, 2 R.C.A.F. and 5 R.N.Z.A.F. No. 1 “Y” Depot,Halifax.Captain G.I.M. Robb of the Canadian Dental Corps who has been on the local unit's strength sincethe opening of this School is posted overseas and leaves for No. 4 Training Command to completeplans for posting. Upon the departure of Capt. Robb for overseas posting Squadron Leadar J.M.Lees (C4052) is named as Station representative to manage the R.C.A.F. Senior Hockey team inthe Alberta Hockey League.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 12 hours, 12 minutes. NIGHT 12 hours, 48 minutes.

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10-10-42 Assistant Section Officer B. Burton (V30114) is promoted to the ran of Section Officerand is posted to Western Air Command effective 10-10-42.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours, 11 minutes NIGHT 12 hours, 49 minutes.

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small attendance is reported. The usual Station parade is conducted, the Squadron parade in theRecreation Hall for the Protestant Service conducted by Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty, the R.C.Service in the Legion Auxiliary Hut under Flight Lieutenant R.W. Griffin.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours, 06 minutes NIGHT 12 hours, 56 minutes.

12-10-42 Course No. 6l (Air Bombers) has concluded training on the 9th which is composed asfollows: 21 R.C.A.F., 1 R.A.A.F., and 10 R.A.F. are posted thusly: 13 R.C.A.F., 8 R.A.F. and 1R.A.A.F. to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton. Alta.; 8 R.C.A.F. and 2 R.A.F. to No. 3 A.O.S. Regina; 2R.C.A.F. to K.T.S. Trenton. 15 failures on the course were posted to Course No. 62. Personnelarriving reporting for Course No. 65 (Air Bombers) comprised of 46 personnel as follows: 26R.C.A.F., 9 R.A.A.F., 3 R.N.Z.A.F., 8 R.A.F. Pilot Officer J.C. Naish (C12435) (Admin.) is postedto this Station to fill the vacanacy on the strength caused by the posting of Flying Officer F.P.Bouchard (C11744) posted to No. 4 Training Command, Headquarters.Assistant Section Officer L.B. McKergow (V302324) (Equipment) is posted to K.T.S. Trenton.Flight Lieutenant D.V. Hardyman (C5921) arrives by Government Air at 1500 hours from No. 7S.F.T.S., Macleod on Temporary Duty.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 11 hours 02 minutes NIGHT 12 hours, 58 minutes.

13-10-42 Normal routine station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 58 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 02 minutes.

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14-10-42 Normal routine Station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 51 minutes, NIGHT 13 hours, 09 minutes.

15-10-42 Flight Lieutenant T. Jenkins (C4304) No. 4 Training Command Fire Prevention Officerarrives by rail at 0945 hours on routine inspection.Air Vice Marshall A.E. Godfrey, M.C. A.F.C. Deputy Inspector General, Air ForceHeadquarters, Ottawa and Air Vice Marshall A.B. Shearer A.D.C. of No. 2 Training Command,Winnipeg arrived on the Station by Government Air, the former here on inspection tour and thelatter on route to Western Air Command, conferring with the Commanding Officer and the D.I.G.made an inspection of several sections of the Station.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 49 minutes. NIGHT 13 hours, 11 minutes.

16-10-42 R58447 Sgt. Ross, J.O.A., Senior N.C.C i/c of Records is commissioned in Accountancyand leaves for Lachine, Que. for Officers' course prior to posting.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 46 minutes. NIGHT 13 hours, 14 minutes.

17-10-42 Air Vice Marshall A.E. Godfrey continues his inspection of the Station by visitingseveral sections.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 42 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 18 minutes.

18-10-42 Normal Sunday program is carried out with Station parade for the ensign raisingfollowed by Church Services - Protestant in Recreation Hall, and R.C. in the Legion Auxiliary Hut.

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At the Protestant Service a vocal solo was given by Mrs. G.S. Wright of Toronto.Following the Church Services a two hour sports, P.T. and drill program was carried out.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours, 40 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 42 minutes.

19-10-42 With the Senior Accountant Officer, Squadron Leader J. Penman (C2517) as Chairmanof the Station Committee, the third Victory Loan Campaign amongst Station personnel was startedthis date as an ambitious endeavor to obtain $30,000. In view of the fact that $18,000 wassecured through the Second Victory Loan this is a high standard. However, a good organization isplanned through coverage of all personnel including civilians on the station strength. A largebarometer was set up close to Station Headquarters and the Parade Grounds and by means ofelectric lights the growth of the campaign was daily observed.

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19-10-42 Picture of this proceedure has appeared in the Lethbridge Daily Herald. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 38 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 25 minutes.

20-10-42 Normal routine station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 22 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 29 minutes.

21-10-42 Normal routine Station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 29 minutes NIGHT 13 hours, 32 minutes. 22-10-42 Normal routine Station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 26 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 26 minutes.

23-10-42 Course No. 37B (Air Gunners) composed of 10 students graduated. The CommandingOfficer, Group Captain W.A. Jones, presented the badges. The leading man was R138691 Sgt.Parker, R.E. who was presented with an identification bracelet. The entire class, all R.C.A.F.personnel were posted to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours, 22 minutes NIGHT 05 hours

24-10-42 Normal routine station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 18 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 44 minutes

25-10-42 Course No. 41 (W..A.G.'s) composed of 51 pupils graduated in a combined ChurchService and Wings Parade Ceremony held in the Recreation Hall with the Chief Instructor,Squadron leader G.D.F. Gross, presenting the badges. The leading man in the class wasNZ415523 Sgt. Ellis, J.F. who was presented with an

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R.C.A.F. to No. 34 O.T.U. Pennfield Ridge, N.B., 16 R.N.Z.A.F. and 4 R.C.A.F. to No. 1 "Y"Depot, Halifax.The Protestant Church Service was conducted by the Station Chaplain, Flight Lieutenant W.K.Batty, with approximately 500 personnel in attendance for this unique combination Service.The R.C. Church Service was held in the Legion Hut with Flight Lieutenant R.W. Griffinofficiating.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours, 14 minutes NIGHT 12 hours 47 minutes.

26-10-42 Flight Lieutenant J. Eisen (C10535), Jewish Chaplain, arrives at 0900 hours byGovernment Air and visits with the Jewish personnel on the Station in the Legion Auxiliary Hut,spending an interesting day on the Station and departing at 0900 hours 27-10-42 for MedicineHat, No. 34 S.F.T.S.Personnel arriving reporting for Course No. 33 (W.A.G.) 7 R.C.A.F. from No. 2 Wireless School,Winnipeg and 11 R.C.A.F. from No. 4 Wireless School, Guelph, Ontario, and 47 personnel fromK.T.S. Trenton reporting for instruction Course No. 66 (Air Bombers) and composed as follows:30 R.C.A.F., 9 R.A.F., 5 R.A. A.F. 3 R.N.Z.A.F.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 10 minutes NIGHT 5 hours

27-10-42 Flight Lieutenant W.C. Goudie (C4309) Auxiliary Services Officer of No. 4 TrainingCommand arrives on the Station and converses with the Commanding Officer and SquadronLeader J.M. Lees in regard to the proposed R.C.A.F. Hockey Team to operate this coming winterin the Lethbridge arena.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 98 minutes NIGHT Nil

28-10-42 Normal routine Station activities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours 04 minutes NIGHT 13 hours 50 minutes

29-10-42 No. 124 Ferry Squadron reports a crash of Kitty Hawk A.L. 136 in the Cyprus Hillsdistrict south-east of Medicine Hat at approximately 1200 hours this date when the pilot flyingthrough bad weather and a snow storm with visibility very bad was unable to locate bearings andcrashed into the ground. The aircraft was a complete wreck and burned, and the pilot, WO1Carless was killed. No. 34 S.F.T.S., Medicine Hat upon being advised of non arrival of this planeat the expected time of 1140 hours followed up the investigation after learning of the crash.


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29-11-42 Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 5 hours NIGHT NIL

30-10-42 Course No. 62 (Air Bombers) comprised of 43 pupils officially graduated on 30-10-42composed as follows: 20 R.C.A.F., 4 R.A.A.F., 19 R.A.F. and posted as follows: 19 R.C.A.F. and 4R.A.F. posted to No. 1 A.O.S. Malton, Ontario effective 7-11-42 reporting 8-11-42; 1 R.C.A.F., 15

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R.A.F. and 4 R.A.A.F posted to No. 10 A.O.S. Chatham, N.B. effective 7-11-42 reporting 8-11-42. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours NIGHT 5 hours.

31-10-42 The end of the second week of the Third Victory Loan Campaign finds the Stationbarometer indicating $19,000 from 259 subscribers.As this date is Halloween night the Senior N.C.O.’s entertained at the Sergeant’s’ Mess at a verypleasant dance when Station personnel and lady friends enjoyed the hospitality of the SeniorN.C.O.’s.Squadron Leader Halditch, Australian Liaison Officer arrives by Government Air From #4Training Command and confers with the Commanding Officer and interviews the Australianpersonnel at the Station. Before departing by Government Air for Calgary he again conferred withthe Commanding Officer and expressed satisfaction with the situation amongst Australianpersonnel on the Station.Squadron Leader W.J. Bundy (C264) O.C. of Flying is posted to No. 1 B. & G. School, Jarvis,Ontario to the position of Chief Instructor and leaves by rail this date. A successor is not yetnamed.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 10 hours. NIGHT 13 hours 56 minutes.

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31-10-24 STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTY-FIRST OF OCTOBER 1942 - OFFICERS 65 AIRMEN 685 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 144 TRAINEES 285 - 1182 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 2 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 4 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 86 TOTAL 102 - 1284 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 24 TOTAL 26 - 1310

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OTHER RANKS 5 TOTAL 6 - 1316

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE: BOLINGBROKE IV 24 ANSON II 34 LYSANDER III 19 BATTLE I 61 HARVARD II 1 TOTAL 139

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF OCTOBER: 2958 hours 30 minutes

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1-11-42STRENGTH as at the 1 of November, 1942: st

OFFICERS 65 AIRMEN 685 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 144 TRAINEES 285 - 1182 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 2 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 4 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 86

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Squadron Leader J. Bundy (C264) O.C. Flying in recent months is posted to No. 1 B. & G. School,Jarvis, Ontario to the position of Chief Instructor. Flight Lieutenant P.M. Hale (C3880 is takingover the position of O,C. Flying.Flying Officer W.J. McGill (C6445) is posted to No. 1 “Y” Depot, Halifax, effective 6-11-42reporting

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1-11-42 21-11-42.The regular Church Parades are held this date in the Recreation Hall, Roman Catholic personnelattended their service at 0800 hours and the Protestants their service at 0900 hours with theirrespective Chaplains in charge of services. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 9 hours 51 minutes NIGHT 14 hours 11 minutes.

2-11-42 Assistant Section Officer B.M. Gilrey (V30148) in attending a Command Conference ofW.D. Officers at No. 4 Training Command, Calgary on November 2 and 3 .nd rd

A wire is received from Air Force Headquarters, Ottawa advising the commissioning results ofCourse No. 40 W.A.G. in the granting of commission to R.N.Z.A.F. Sgt. Ginders, F.C.F.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 9 hours 47 minutes NIGHT Nil

3-11-42 Commissioning results on Course No. 41 W.A.G are received awarding commisions to thefollowing: R138362 Sgt. Blundel, L.R., R128528 Sgt. Gleig, T.H., RNZAF415523 Sgt. Ellis, J.F.,RNZAF 417301 Sgt. Carroll, R.R., RNZAF41794 Sgt. Buttemore L.N., all effective 26-10-42. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 9 hours 43 minutes NIGHT 3 hours 9 minutes.

4-11-42 Normal Station activities with nothing pronounced to report.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 9 hours 40 minutes NIGHT Nil

5-11-42 Group Captain White RNZAF Liaison Officer visits the Station for a brief time betweenT.C.A. Flights and departs for Winnipeg.Mr. J. W. Jenkinson, District Supervisor of the Canadian Legion War Services spends a few hourson the Station checking the local Legion Hut and the Supervisor in charge, Mr. W.K. Kew, andconferring with the Commanding Officer. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 9 hours 37 minutes NIGHT 5 hours 27 minutes.

6-11-42 Graduation exercises are held on the Station Parade Ground for graduates of Course No.38B when 12 W.A.G.s, all R.C.A.F. personnel graduating with the Commanding Officer G.C.W.A. Jones presenting the badges. R70550 Sgt. Coles, J.A. was the leading man in the class andwas presented with an identification

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6-11-42 bracelet from the airmen's Canteen Committee. All the graduates were posted to No. 1“Y” Depot, effective 9-11-42 reporting 21-11-42.A second class of graduate's, Course No. 42, were composed of 15 R.C.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F.W.A.G.s. R131798 Sgt. Linning, W.E. was the leading man in the class and received theidentification bracelet. Postings of this course were as follows: 3 R.C.A.F., 1 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 31O.T.U. Debert, N.S, effective 9-11-42 reporting 21-11-42, 12 R.C.A.F. posted to No. 1 "Y" Depot,Halifax effective 9-11-42 and reporting 4-11-42. Those in this class receiving commissions were;R131798 Sgt. Linning, W.E. and R138039 Sgt. Millar, J.N.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 34 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 59 minutes.

7-11-42 Intake for Course No. 67 (Air Bombers) consists of 43 airmen as follows; 27 R.C.A.F., 4R.N.Z.A.F., 5 R.A.A.F., 7 R.A.F. from No. 1 Reselection Centre, Trenton.Word is received of the commissioning of LAC Light, E.S. as an Honorary Flight Lieutenant,Chaplain (P), effective 13-11-42 with posting to No. 5 M. Depot, reporting 14-11-42.The Third Victory Loan Drive on the station concludes this date with a very satisfactory record -411 personnel subscribing $29,050. Of this amount $4,600. is in cash, $24,100. throughassignment of pay, and $350. by the civilian staff. Over $1,000.00 was subscribed by Stationpersonnel through the City of Lethbridge agancies in addition to the Station total. A pennant forhaving attained its objective has been received by the Station and is being flown at the top of thelarge barometer near the parade square.Course No. 4, Tractor Operators Maintenance Course, graduates at the International HarvesterCompany School in Lethbridge with twelve men, all R.C.A.F. personnel, having passed throughthe School from various units within Nos. 2 and 4 Command, and Western Air Command.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 9 hours 31 minutes NIGHT 14 hours 31 minutes.

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8-11-42 Section Officer E.I. Dunning (C9630), Nursing Sister, on the Station Hospital staff fromMarch 17, 1942 is posted to No. 10 Repair Depot, Calgary.The regular Station Church services are conducted this morning in the recreation hall, the RomanCatholic Service at 0800 hours with Rev. Father Malloy in charge. The Protestant Church Serviceis held at 0900 hours in the Recreation Hall with Rev. H.A. Mutchner of Southminster United Church, Lethbridge conducting the Service in the absence of H/F.L. W.K. Batty who is on leave.The Station is represented at the annual Remembrance day program in Lethbridge this Sundayafternoon when two flights of personnel, one of airmen and one of airwomen joined in a very largeparade to march to the Southminster United Church for public service, later to the Cenotaph in theGalt Gardens. City officials, all civic organizations and individuals place wreaths on the Cenotaph. A lovely wreath in the name of personnel of No. 8 B. & G. School was placed by the CommandingOfficer, Group Captain W.A. JonesMaximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 27 minutes NIGHT - 14 hours 35 minutes.

9-11-42 Section Officer C.F. McCausland (C3935) arrives on posting from No. 10 Repair Depot,Calgary to exchange positions with S.O. E.I. Dunning to No. 10 Repair Depot.F.L. J.B. Badgley (C1698) arrives on the Station on posting from No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank.F.O. J.B. Jennings (C2428) is assigned O.C. of Bombing Flight and Flying Officer W.W. Foster

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(J8788) relinquishes this position to take charge of night flying operations.Course No. 67 Air Bombers arrives from K.T.S., Trenton to commence training, a total of 43being composed of 27 R.C.A.F., 5 R.A.A.F., 4 R.N.Z.A.F. and 7 R.A.F. Course No. 44 W.A.G.scommences training upon arrival from No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary and consists of 22 R.C.A.F. and 1 R.A.A.F.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 24 minutes NIGHT 14 hours 25 minutes.

10-11-42 Course No. 5 Tractor Operators Maintenance Course commences training at theInternational Harvester Company School in Lethbridge and is composed of 12 R.C.A.F. personnelfrom units in No. 2 and 4 Command and Western Air Command.At 1300 hours Bolingbroke aircraft No. 9904 made a forced landing with R110024 F.S. Gary, J.M.as the Pilot. R102116 LAC Merril, A.F. Air Gunner, and GB1316806 LAC Morgan, W.W. AirGunner, were uninjured as well as the pilot. The plane was doing a routine gunnery exercisewhen the hydraulic system

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10-11-42 failed and required a landing with wheels retracted.Mr. W.L. Kew Canadian Legion War Services Supervisor for the past few months left Fridaymorning for Calgary being called by his Supervisor to take a position at the. Internment Camp atOseda and later to be transferred to the Internment Camp to be opened at Lethbridge.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 20 minutes NIGHT 4 hours 20 minutes.

11-11-42 At 0910 hours Bolingbroke aircraft #712 while taxiing in strong down wind withinsufficient air pressure to operate the brakes, could not be stopped by the pilot, P.O. J.D. Heacock(J9670) and swerved into construction ditch along the taxi runway. Tho pilot and co-pilot,GB82359 P.S. Millar, H.H. were uninjured.Court Martial proceedings are opened in the recreation hall on the charge of being guilty of an actin flying which was likely to cause bodily injury to persons and negligently damaging aircraftbelonging to His Majesty against GB1127186 Sgt. Williams, K.B.C. President of the Court wasS.L. D.L. Townsend, A.F.C. R.A.F. (70680) of No. 32 E.F.T.S., Bowden, Alta. Members - F.L. P.M. Dobree Bell, R.A.F. (42576) No. 2 F.I.S. Vulcan, Alta., and F.L. K.W. Hinds, R.A.F. (81921),No. 31 E.F.T.S., DeWinton, Alta. Waiting Member - F.L. R.R. Livermore, R.C.A.F. (C896) No. 15S.F.T.S. Claresholm. Judge Advocate - F.L. A.C. McClaskey, R.C.A.F. (C3179) No. 4 TrainingTraining Command, Calgary. The Prosecutor was F.O. A.A. Cattanaoh, R.C.A.F. (C8471) of No.4 Training Command Headquarters, Calgary, Alta. Defending Officer - P.O. A.H.J. Zaitlin,R.C.A.F. (C13880) No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge.A second Court Martial was commenced against GB1438842 Sgt. Taylor, L. on a charge of an actlikely to cause damage to aircraft belonging to His Majesty. The same personnel as in the CourtMartial against Sgt. Williams constituted the Court. At about 1700 hours the Courts Martial wereconcluded, the accused being, found guilty and confined to Station Guard House pendingpromulgation of the sentence.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 18 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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12-11-42 A large number of Air Cadets from Lethbridge visited the Station for their first call ofthe winter season, and by way of a welcome were served a luncheon in the airmen's mess. F.O.I.C. Nelson (C7140) and P.O. R.R. Fisk (C11909) have been named to act as Liaison Officersbetween the School and the cadets and in co-operation with cadet officials are planning a veryinstructive series of visits for the cadets.The October-November combination issue of the Station Magazine, the Chinook, is off the pressand takes the form of an anniversary number to mark the first birthday of this School. Themagazine contains 52 pages and in story reveals a year of great activity in the School’s openingand expansion. Interesting on the first few pages of the magazine are messages from manysources, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, Premier of Alberta, Mayor of City of Lethbridge, andmany officials of City Organizations, while a birthday message from the Commanding Officer tothe Station personnel and the citizens of Lethbridge is equally interesting.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 15 minutes NIGHT 14 hours - 47 minutes.

13-11-42 Court-Martial proceedings are opened in the recreation hall against R111828 LACMaurais, J.P.A.H. on a charge of Stealing Public Property. The Court consists of President WingCommander W.E. Kennedy RCAF (C174) of No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm; Members F.L. R.H.C. Harrison, R.C.A.F. (C2755) No. 4 Training Command. Calgary, Alta. and F.L. W.N. Douglas,R.C.A.F. (J2933) No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macloed, Alta; Waiting Member F.O. M.R. Jordan, R.C.A.F.(C4597) No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alta.; Judge Advocate F.L. A. C. McClaskey,R.C.A.F. (C3179) No. 4 Training Command Headquarters, Calgary, Alta.; Prosecutor, F.O. A.A.Cattanach, R.C.A.F. (C8471) No. 4 Training Command Headquarters, Calgary, Alta.; DefendingOfficer, P.O. A.H.J. Zaitlin, R.C.A.F. (C13880) No. B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alta. Theaccused was found guilty and confined to the Guard House pending promulgation of sentence.A second Court-Martial opened today against R60418 WO2 Hardy, G.E.A. of No. 8 B. & G.School on a charge of being guilty of an act of flying which was likely to cause loss of life tohimself and passengers. Rl39891 LAC Orr, R.I. and R143459 LAC Macleod, W.P. Aftercomplete submission of all evidence and the hearing of the case for the prosecution and of theDefense Council the accused was acquitted.Section Officer Fulmer of No. 4 Training Command spends the day in a visitation of W.D.personnel on the Station gaining information for purposes of writing articles and making radioaddresses.

13-11-42 Pilot Officer A.H.J. Zaitlin (C13880) leaves for Course of Administration at Trenton,Ontario after spending approximately six weeks at this Station under instruction. In a veryhospitable function held at St. Pauls Indian School this evening the Commanding Officer of thisSchool, Group Captain W.A. Jones was officialy made the recipient of an Indian Headdress, appropriate to his recently achieved title of

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13-11-42 Chief Heavy Shields, an honor bestowed upon the Commanding Officer a few monthsago on the occasion of a visit to the School of the Indian Chief of the Blood Indian Reserve southof Lethbridge.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 13 minutes NIGHT 14 hours - 54 minutes.

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14-11-42 The first formal dance of the winter season was held by the members of the Officers’Mess when a large number of civilian guests added to the pleasure of the evening in what provedto be one of the very finest functions yet held on the Station.Squadron Qfficer K.O. Walker (V30001) and Section Officer M. Dunbar (V30069) visited thisStation for a few hours on this date and conferred with the Commanding Officer and with theW.D. Officers, and enjoyed the instruction of W.D. work on the Station.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 5 hours 20 minutes NIGHT 14 hours - 54 minutes.

15-11-42 The regular Sunday Church Services were held this morning with the Roman Catholicservice being held at 0800 hours and conducted by Rev. Father Malloy, the Protestant service at0900 hours conducted by Rev. E.L. Grant of St. Angustines Church of Lethbridge, both officiatingin tho absence of Station Chaplains.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 30 minutes NIGHT nil

16-11-42 Overseas postings deplete Station staffs with three Equipment Assistants, four A.F.M.’s,three Armourers and three Standard General Duties, posted to No. 1 Y Depot. A second postingeffective this date also takes three armourers, two A.F.M.’s and four Standard General Duties.Hostess House officially opened in Lethbridge in ceremony afternoon and evening. Flying Officer W.E.R. Boone, (C9830) arrives on Station to fill vacancy in establishment. Assistant Section Officer E.J. Campbell V30239 attends #4 Training Command MessingConference.

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16-11-42 Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT Nil

17-11-42 Pilot Officer H.V. Mulligan (C20525) Admin. reports from T.T.S. St. Thomas, Ontariofor Station experience, prior to reporting to the School of Administration, Trenton.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 3 hours 30 minutes NIGHT Nil.

18-11-42 Building expansion progress is noted with leantos on Drill Hall. Stores Building andBarrack Blocks going up steadily.Commissioning is reported of R6079I Sgt. Towne, W.E. (Pilot) effective August 14, 1942.Allotted personal number J. 20385Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 56 minutes NIGHT - Nil.

19-11-42 Normal Station Activities. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 54 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 7 minutes.

20-11-42 Course No. 63 (Air Bombers) comprised of 51 pupils graduates this dated: 37 R.C.A.F.;6 R.A.A.F; 8 R.N.Z.A.F. Of this number 18 R.C.A.F., 3 R.A.A.F. and 2 R.N.Z.A.F. (23) were posted to No. 2 A.O.S., Edmonton: 15 R.C.A.F, 3 R.A.A.F. and 5 R.N.Z.A.F (23) were posted to#3 A.O.S. Regina; 4 R.C.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F. (5) were posted to #7 A.O.S. Portage la Prairie. Graduation exercises were held for sixteen pupils of Course #43 (W.A.G.) when the CommandingOfficer, G.C. W.A. Jones presented badges to these, all R.C.A.F. personnel, in the drill hall at

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1000 hours. Leading man in the class was R134598 Sgt. Hilton, R.C. He was presented with anidentification bracelet. Postings on this course were: 5 R.C.A.F. to #32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay, B.C.;5 R.C.A.F. to Western Air Command, Victoria, B.C. and 6 R.C.A.F. to #1 Y Depot, Halifax, N.S.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 52 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 10 minutes.

21-11-42 R.C.A.F. Bomber Hockey Club under S.L. J.M. Lees is taking shape and practices dailyare bringing the team into condition. Some strong talent has been posted to this School to make arepresentative team under Coach Pete Slobodzian. This team plays in Calgary this evening in an exhibition game to meet the Calgary Mustangs. A four team league is announced withLethbridge, Red Deer and Calgary R.C.A.F. and Amy teams entered. Twelve home games areassured each team and a busy season of hockey is in prospect.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 39 minutes NIGHT 15 hours 22 minutes.

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22-22-42 Usual Church services were conducted this morning, Roman Catholic at 0800 hoursand Protestant at 0900 hours, F.L. W.K. Batty being back from leave for the latter service.The newly organized Station Band made the first official appearance with some sixteen memberspresent at the Church service and under the baton of Mr. Milt Moffatt. The Band also paraded to.the Wings Ceremony in the Drill Hall when Course #43 (W.A.G.s) graduated. The Band made avery favorable impression and station officials appreciate the assistance of Lethbridge citizens inbringing the band into service.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 47 minutes NIGHT 15 hours 15 minutes

23-11-42 Intake arrives for Course No. 43B (W.A.G.s) and consists of 13 R.C.A.F. and 12R.N.Z.A.F. personnel from #3 Wireless School, Winnipeg.Effective this date more overseas postings are authorized - two officers and six Flight Sergeants,all staff pilots being posted to No. 1 "Y" Depot, and two Sgt. Pilots to #31 P.D. Moncton, N.B.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 44 minutes NIGHT - Nil.

24-11-42 Air Commodore A. Nevill, C.B.E. Deputy Chief of Staff of the Royal New Zealand Airfarce, accompanied by Group Captain K. W. White, Air Liaison Officer and Chief of the NewZealand Air Mission in Canada visits the Station when delayed by T.C.A. traffic for nearly 48hours. They were guests of the Station from Sunday evening to Tuesday morning at 1000 hours. He expressed real enthusiasm for the progress of the Air Training Plan, real satisfaction with thetreatment of the New Zealand troops passing through Canada and his own personal opinion that"The people of Canada are magnificent. The airmen write home and tell how much is being donefor them here. New Zealanders here are learning more and more about Canada and the people"down under" are taking a greater interest in this Dominion. An inevitable accomplishment of thiswar will be a wider and better understanding by people in the various parts of the British Empire of other dominions”, expressed the Air Commodore.Mr. Groundwater of Bristol Aero Engines, visited the Commanding Officer during the delay inT.C.A. services.

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24-11-4 Visits from aircraft and aero engine manufacturing company officials are muchappreciated and considered of great value in settling problems which crop up in maintenance.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 42 minutes NIGHT - Nil

25-11-42 Heavy fall of snow gives Station first touch of winter and impedes flying for short time.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 39 minutes NIGHT 15 hours 22 minutes.

26-11-42 Normal day's activities with nothing outstanding occurring.Squadron Leader R.E. Norman (C1543) arrives from #11 Equipment Depot, Calgary to takecharge of Equipment Section.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 36 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 25 minutes.

27-11-42 Squadron Leader J. Penman (C2517), Senior Accountant Officer is posted to No. 3 B.& G. School, Mossbank.Wing Commander L.P. Kent (C2250) from #4 Training Command visits Station to make changein Accounts Section, F.L. S.S. Farrell(C4518) taking charge from S.L. Penman and T/F.O. L.P.Baensiger (C4515) joins the staff.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 34 minutes NIGHT 6 hours 38 minutes.

28-11-42 Normal day's activities with nothing outstanding occurring.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - Nil.

29-11-42 It is interesting to note that in addition to graduating trainees, this School has had 69Officers and 498 airmen of the staff posted from the School since January 1942. These postingsare from an establishment of approximately 60 officers and 790 airmen.Members of the Lethbridge Kiwanis Club were entertained on the Station this Sunday afternoonwhen upwards of one hundred members and friends were welcomed by the Commanding Officerand a number of officers acted as escorts to show the party in groups of a dozen through the mostinteresting sections of the Station where normal activity could be observed, i.e. the canteens,airmen's mess, the M.T. Section, one of the Hangars, the W.D. quarters, the Station FireDepartment, etc. Despite a wintry day

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29-11-42 the inspection was thoroughly enjoyed by the visitors. To conclude the afternoonsocially, the guests were entertained at lunch in the Officers' Mess where all the officers of theStation mingled with the party as hosts to assist the Commanding Officer in making the event avery successful visit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

30-11-42 Members of the Lethbridge Rotary Club with their wires, are entertained on the Stationwhen the Recreation Hall made an admirable setting for the buffet luncheon served by the W.D.Staff from the various messes. A score of prettily arranged tables filled the hall and serving tablescatered to the tasts of the party with a lovely cold chicken dinner. A visiting hour together wasenjoyed before dining. After the luncheon Rotary officials took charge and operated a Bingo

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game for an hour. This was followed by a very fine concert presented on the stage by School talentunder a committee of F.L. W.K. Batty and A.S.O. Gilroy, with Cpl. Brownrigg acting asannouncer. The concert was of a splendid order, with items contributed by station personnel, invocal and instrumental numbers, etc. Before concluding the evening the President of the RotaryClub expressed sincerest thanks of all members for the mosthospitable reception and splendidevening's entertainment.

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30-11-42STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTIETH OF NOVEMBER 1942 - OFFICERS 67 AIRMEN 677 OFFICERS (W.D.) 5 AIRWOMEN 144 TRAINEES 234 - 1127 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 4 C.P.C. OFFICERS 0 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 96

TOTAL 111 - 1238 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 24 TOTAL 26 - 1264

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE: BOLINGBROKE IV 26 ANSON II 42 LYSANDER III 19 BATTLE I 61 HARVARD II 1 TOTAL 149

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF NOVEMBER: 2647 hours 05 minutes.

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1-12-42 Strength as at 1 of December, 1942: st

OFFICERS 67 AIRMEN 677 OFFICERS (W.D.) 5 AIRWOMEN 144 TRAINEES 234 - 1127 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 4 C.P.C. OFFICERS 0 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 96 TOTAL 111 - 1238 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 24 TOTAL 26 - 1264 TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE: BOLINGBROKE IV 26 ANSON II 42 LYSANDER III 19 BATTLE I 61 HARVARD II 1 TOTAL 149

A brief visit was made to the Station Tuesday afternoon by Major-General B.W. Browne D.S.O.,M.C., director general of the Canadian Reserve Army. When in company with the CommandingOfficer, he made a

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1-12-42 tour of several sections to see operations in progress.Honorary Flight Lieutenant W.J, Cassidy (C20790) was posted to #8 B. & G. School from #5 "M"Depot, Laohine Quebec, reporting 1-12-42. He assumed duties as Roman Catholic Chaplain,

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succeeding H/Flight Lieutenant Griffin, (C9882) who has filled the position of part time Chaplainsince January, 1942. His duties are divided between this Station and #3 A.O. S., Pearce.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 26 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 47 minutes.

2-12-42 An entertainment group composed of R.A.F.., R.C.A.F. and W.D. personnel from theStation presented a radio program over Lethbridge Station C.J.O.C. at the opening of the GyroClub Drive to promote sale of War Saving Certificates. Flying Officer O. Brower (C4937) assumed temporary command of #124 Ferry Squadron duringthe absence of Flight Lieutenant E.O.W. Hall (C1689) on temporary duty.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 3 hours NIGHT 6 - Nil

3-12-42 District Court Martial Sentence was promulgated on Sergeant Shelley, D.D. (GB655581)who, November 23rd, was tried on a charge of "disobeying a lawfull command given by hissuperior officer" and "neglect to the prejudice of good order and Air Force discipline." Thesentence of the Court was, "that he be reduced to the ranks and undergo detention for ninety days". The accused was escorted on 5-12-42 to #4 Training Command Detention Barracks, Calgary, toserve his sentence.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 32 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 38 minutes.

4-12-42 A crash occurred at approximately 1400 hours 4-12-42 of Faerey Battle Aircraft #2070,four miles east of the aerdrome. The aircraft was carrying out routine Camera Gun Exerciseswhen it caught fire. The pilot commenced a forced leading but the flames spread rapidly as theaircraft neared the ground, causing the pilot to loose control.As a result of the crash GB1314535 Sergeant Williams, E.L. (Instructor) who was piloting theaircraft at the time, was seriously injured, Rl22006 LAC Aitkens, E.T., (W.O.A.G.) was killedinstantly and R143303 LAC Armstrong, E.W., was slightly injured.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 22 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 40 minutes.

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5-12-42 Course #64 of Air Bombers was potted to the following Units effective 5-12-42: 23airmen (3 Aus; 3 NZ; 17 RCAF) to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton, Alta., 21 airmen (RCAF) to No. 3A.O.S. Pearce, Alta.; l airman (RCAF), to K.T.S., Trenton, Ontario.The body of LAC Aitkens was sent to Vancouver for burial with military honours. The conditionof Sgt. Williams is still critical. LAC Armstrong, E.W. is making favourable progress in GaltHospital, Lethbridge, where both he and Sergeant Williams were admitted following the crash. Flying operations nil owing to fog and poor visibility all day. A committee of adjustment wasappointed for the purpose of taking action on the service estate of R122006 LAC Aitkens, E.T.,killed in flying accident 4-12-42. The committee is composed of Flying Officer H.S. Baker(C13371), Flying Officer D.H. Muir (GB1082114), and Pilot Officer H.V. Mulligan (C2055).Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

6-12-42 A Wings presentation and Station Church Parade took place at 0900 hours Sundaymorning. Squadrons from Headquarters, Maintenance Wing, and Air Training Wing were formedup on the parade ground where wings were presented to the graduating class of Wireless AirGunners #42B by Croup Captain W.A. Jones. (R133367) Sgt. Emerson, C.P.A. headed the class

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and received a gold identity bracelet. Following the ceremony and March Past the Squadronsparaded to Church.. The protestant Service was conducted hy H/Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty, 514officers and other ranks being present. The Roman Catholic parade of 130 officers and men washeld prior to Wings Parade and the service was taken by the new chaplain, H/Flight LieutenantW.J. Cassidy.Course 42B, W.O.A.G.'s, which had trained at this Station from 9-11-42 to 6-12-42, graduatedto-day and were posted to the following Units effective 6-12-42; 10 (RCAF) to #31 O.T.U. Debert,N.S., 3 (RCAF) to #36 O.T.U. Greenwood, N.S., 7 (RCAF) retained at Station pending posting. 1(RCAF) retained as an Instructor, and 3 (1 Aus., 2 RCAF), to #4 A.O.S. London, Ontario.Course #44 W.A.G. numbering 18 airmen posted in from #2 Wireless School, Calgary, reporting6-12-42.The Intake for course #69 of 54 Air Bombers reporting 6-12-42 was as follows; 16 R.C.A.F. from#1 Reselection Centre, Trenton, 25 Australians and 13 New Zealanders from #3 "M" Depot,Edmonton.

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6-12-42 GB1314535 Sergeant Williams, E.L. Died in Galt Hospital at 0600 hours 6-12-42 as aresult of injuries sustained the crash of Faerey Battle 2070 on 4-12-42. Arrangements are beingmade for full military funeral Wednesday, 9-12-42.Members of the Gyro Club visited the Station in the afternoon. They were welcomed by theCommanding Officer and following a tour of various sections they were entertained at tea in theOfficers' Mess.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 4 hours NIGHT - 4 hours

7-12-42 The following sergeants of Course #42B, W.O.A.G.'s received their commissionseffeotive 7-12-42: Emerson, C.P.A., Armstrong, E.W. (Who is still in Hospital following slightinjuries sustained in crash of Faerey Battle Aircraft #2070), Dryden, C.L.A court of inquiry has been detailed by Air Commodore G.R. Howsam (C33), A.O.C., #4 TrainingCommand, to investigate and report upon the crash of Faerey Battle Aircraft #2070, whichoccurred 4-12-42. The following officers are members of the Court of Inquiry; Squadron LeaderJ.M. Dobson (C929) #15 S.F.T.S,, Claresholm, Alberta, Squadron Leader N.J. Williams (C1306)#7 S.F.T.S., MacLeod, Alberta, Flight Lieutenant S.M. Layton (C2967) #8 B. & G. School,Lethbridge, Alberta, and Pilot Officer G.F. Cook (GB138751) #8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge,Alberta.The undermentioned officers have been appointed as a Committee of Adjustment to take action onthe service estate of GB1314533 Sergeant Williams, E.L., who died 6-12-42 as a result of injuriessustained in the above mentioned crash: President - Flying Officer H.S. Baker (C13371), Members- Pilot Officer H.D. Muir (GB1082114) and Pilot Officer H.V. Mulligan (C20525).V30105 Section Officer M.S. Clarke, Command Messing Officer visited the Station this date onroutine inspection.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 16 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 45 minutes.

8-12-42 Flight Lieutenant D.A. Lane (C5605) reported to Station from #4 B. & G. School, Fingal,Ontario, and assumed position of Station Adjutant prior to departure of Flying Officer E.L. Garrett(C6568 on posting to #10 S.F.T.S., Dauphin, Manitoba, affective 12-12-42.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 46 minutes.

9-12-42 Section Officer C.F. MacCausland (C3935), one of the Nursing sisters on the strength ofthis Station and one of the first to be commissioned in the R.C.A.F. was granted indefinite leavewithout pay eff. 9-12-42.

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9-12-42 Full military honours were accorded to Sergeant Williams, E.L., who died as a result ofinjuries sustained in crash of Faerey Battle Aircraft 4-12-42. The funeral service was conductedby H/Flight Lieutenant W.T. Crees, Chaplain of No. 7 S.F.T.S., MacLeod, at the First BaptistChurch and at the Lethbridge Cemetry. The band of #7 S.F.T.S. and attending parties composedof personnel of this Station formed the parade, which escorted the bier to the cemetry.Squadron Leader J.M. Lees, Flight Lieutenant M.K. Young, Medical Officers, Captain J.E. Carson,C.D.C. and Assistant Section Officer E.J. Campbell, Messing Officer proceeded to Calgary ontemporary duty 9-12-42, to attend a short specialized course in nutrition at #2 Wireless School,returning 11-12-42.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 13 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 50 minutes.

10-12-42 T/Flight Lieutenant R.F.E. Kempster (C2278) arrived from #4 Training CommandHeadquarters and succeeded Flight Lieutenant W.E. Smith (C1942) as engineering Officer on hisposting to #10 Repair Depot, Calgary, effective 28-12-42.Flying Officer C.D. Manson, M.C. (C8893), D.A.P.M., was posted to #2 Training CommandHeadquarters effective 10-12-42, the position being filled temporarily by Flying Officer H.S.Baker (C11371).Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 11 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 49 minutes.

11-12-42 Flying Officer C.S. Lindberg (C10214) Command Trade Test Officer came from #4Training Command Headquarters for the purpose of Trade Testing two of the Station personnel forinefficiency in their respective trades.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 51 minutes.

12-12-24 A very successful formal dance was held in the Officers' Mess on Saturday evening,which was well attended by guests from the City of Lethbridge and Officers from R.A.F. andR.C.A.F. Stations.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 09 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 52 minutes.

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13-12-42 The Commanding Officer, Croup Captain W.A. Jones (C135), proceeded on TemporaryDuty to Calgary to attend a Conference of all Commanding Officer's of #4 Training Command.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 08 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 23 minutes.

14-112-42 Owing to sudden changes in weather conditions in the Southern part of the Province, itwas considered advisable for the health of the personnel, to improvise a plan whereby WinterDress regulations might be adapted to existing outdoor temperatures from day to day. Pennants

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are flown from two barrack blocks to indicate when great coats are considered necessary by theSenior Medical Officer.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 07 minutes NIGHT - Nil

15-12-42 The Lethbridge Glee Club with Stat ion band in attendance entertained Stationpersonnel in the Recreation Hall Tuesday evening.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 08 minutes NIGHT - 5 hours 05 minutes.

16-12-42 The Commanding Officer returned to the Station from Temporary duty in Calgary.A basketball tourney was held in the Station Drill Hall when teams of airman and airwomen metteams from the Lethbridge Collegiate, Teachers Association and Y.M.C.A. in a very wellcontested triple-header, - the W.D. winning their game but the R.C.A.F. losing to the City team.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 2 hours 22 minutes NIGHT - Nil

17-12-42 A very dense fog closed in suddenly at 0930 hours. Six planes, which had gone up onnormal routine flights experienced extreme difficulty in locating the runways and eventually wereforced to land at the Bombing Range, #3 A.O.S., Pearce, and #7 S.F.T.S., MacLeod.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

18-12-42 Course #65 Air Bombers composed of 25 R.C.A.F., 7 Australians, 3 New Zealanders,and 7 R.A.F., graduated from this School December 18th, and were posted to Air ObserverSchools for further training as follows: 28 to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton, (25 R.C.A.F. and 3 NewZealanders), 14 to #2 A.O.S., Regina, Sask. (7 Australians and 7 R.A.F.) The class was headed byAUS422753 LAC Taylor, A.R.Pilot Officer J. Cordon (C14974) was posted in from #4 Training Command Headquarters to takeover position

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18-12-42 of D.A.P.M. from Flying Officer H.S. Baker (C113711) who was acting temporarily inthat capacity.Flight Lieutenant T.L. Morella (C3005) arrived from #9 B. & G. School, Mont Joli and assumedthe position of Officer Commanding Flying.A very successful variety concert was presented in the Recreation Hall by airmen and airwomen ofthis Station under the direction of 3 R.A.F. Sergeant Pilots.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

19-12-42 An outstanding Boxing Meet was held in the Station Drill Hall Saturday evening underthe management of Pilot Officer R.R. Fisk, the Drill and Physical Training Officer. Competitorstaking part from R.C.A.F. Stations at MacLeod. Pearce, Claresholm, Calgary. Two wrestling boutsand a fencing display were also included in the program.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 4 hours 06 minutes NIGHT - Nil

20-12-42 Bolingbroke #9898 crashed at noon on the Bombing Range, taking the lives of: PilotOfficer G.H. Brazier (J20200) Instructor Air Gunner, R105922 Flight Sergeant Dalgleish, N.J. -Pilot, R131732 LAC Bohush, E., W.A.G., Student, and AUS 414952 LAC Palmer, S.L., W.A.G.,

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Student.Wings were presented to Course 43B, the Wireless Operator Air Gunners, by Group Captain W.A.Jones, at a parade held in Hangar "D". NZ421295 Sergeant Taylor, J. obtained the higheststanding and was presented with a gold identity bracelet. This airman, also Sgt. Waring, J.A.,R.N.Z.A.F. and Hollidge F.G., R.C.A.F., appointed to a commission effective 21-12-42 onauthority from D.A.P.S.Following the ceremony personnel paraded to the Recreation Hall where Christmas Service wasconducted by H/Flight Lieutenant Batty. Special choral numbers were presented by

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20-12-42 members of a Lethbridge Choir.A Christmas Party for children of the married personnel of the Station and their parents was heldin the Recreation Hall, Sunday afternoon. The program included a short movie in technicolor,presenting of gifts by Santa Claus to Approximately 110 children, followed by refreshments. There were numerous expressions of appreciation made by both youngsters and parents, as to thepleasure of their brief visit to the Station.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 05 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 55 minutes.

21-12-42 Course #70 Air Bombers, composed of 54 R.A.F. reported to the Station from #31P.D., Moncton, New Brunswick and commenced their course December 21st.The following officers have been appointed to committees of Adjustment for the purpose of takingaction as required by A.F.R.O. A 8/2, on the service estate of the undermentioned officer andairmen who died December 20th in an accident which occurred on the range, to BolingbrokeAircraft #9898.Service Estate of J20200 Pilot Officer G.H. Braizer President - Flight Lieutenant G.B. Randall (C2700) Members - Flying Officer C. Edgar (C8676) Pilot Officer R.A. Lyons (J20160) Service Estate of R105922 Flight Sergeant Dalgleish, N.J. President - Flight Lieutenant P.M. Hale (C3880) Members - Flying Officer J.D. Heacock (J9670) Pilot Officer J.C. Naish (C12435) Service Estate of R131732 LAC Bohush, E. President - Flight Lieutenant K.K. Smith (C4435) - Pilot Officer R.R. Fisk (C11909) Pilot Officer L.J. Isaacson (N.Y.G.)Service Estate of AUS 414952 LAC Palmer, S.L. President - Flight Lieutenant J. Ryrie (C3080) - Flying Offioer R.G. MacIntosh (C6756) Pilot Officer H.T. Robertson (C20795)Squadron Leader A.E. Williams (C1306) Chief Technical Officer at #7 S.F.T.S., arrived on thisStation to make a technical Investigation of Bolingbroke #9898.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 7 hours 19 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 54 minutes.

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22-12-42 A duty watch drawn from personnel remaining on the Station during the five daysChristmas leave was detailed to take over from 0615 hours 23-12-42 to 0615 hours 29-12-42.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

23-12-42 A Funeral Service was held at Martin Brothers funeral home for Pilot Officer G.H.Brazier, Flight Sergeant Dalgleish, N.J., LAC Bohush, E. and LAC Palmer, S.L. Following theService the funeral parade formed up in two parts - one half following the gun carriage supporting the remains of P.O. G.H. Brazier, F.S. Dalgleish, N.J. to the station from which point they were sentby rail to Meyronne, Sask, Grande Prairie respectively for internment. The remains of LACBohush, E. were sent to Calgary on 22-12-42 for internment. The other half of the parade escortedthe body of LAC Palmer, S.L. to the cemetery where final military honours were accorded to thedeceased.Approximately half the station personnel left on special Christmas leave granted for period between1745 hours 23-12-42 to 0615 hours 29-12-42.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 06 minutes NIGHT - 5 hours 26 minutes.

24-12-42 Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C183) assumed temporary command of No. 8 B. & G. School during the absence on special Christmas leave of the Commanding Officer, Group CaptainV.A. Jones from 24-12-42 to 27-12-42 inclusive.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 4 hours NIGHT - Nil

25-12-42 Normal Station routine was followed throughout the day, work ceasing at 1600 hours. Allpersonnel remaining on the station had a very sumptuous dinner, followed by a sing song in theairmen's mess which had been gaily decorated for the occasion. The success of the

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25-12-42 evening is to be attributed to the efficient management of the Messing Officer A.S.O. E.J.Campbell and the co-operation of a very cheerful and energetic kitchen staff. The serving in theMess was done by the Officer, Senior N.C.O. 's and 550 odd people were amply taken care of invery short order. Following the dinner informal dances were held in the Officers, Sergeants' Messand the airwomen's Canteen.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

26-12-24 Normal Station Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 07 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 54 minutes.

27-12-42 The usual Roman Catholic and Protestant Church parades were held at 0900 hoursSunday morning.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 06 minutes NIGHT - Nil

28-12-42 The Commanding Officer, Group Captain W.A. Jones, returned from Special ChristmasLeave.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 05 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 54 minutes.

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reach camp until noon owing to the retarded schedule on which the trains have been operatingduring the last few days.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 08 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours 53 minutes.

30-12-42 Approximately half of the station personnel left on special New Years leave granted forperiod between 1745 hours 30-12-42 to 0615 hours 5-1-43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 06 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 52 minutes.

31-12-42 Normal Station Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 08 minutes NIGHT - 1 hour 42 minutes.

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31-12-42STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTY-FIRST OF DECEMBER 1942 - OFFICERS 71 AIRMEN 746 OFFICERS (W.D.) 5 AIRWOMEN 155 TRAINEES 261 - 1238 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OFFICERS 0 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 TOTAL 114 - 1352 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 23 TOTAL 25 - 1377NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE: BOLINGBROKE IV 26 ANSON II 42 LYSANDER III 19 BATTLE I 60 HARVARD II 1 TOTAL 148

FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF DECEMBER: 2429 hours 05 minutes.

(W.A. Jones) Group Captain, Commanding Officer,

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PLANE CRASH KILLS FLIER FROM NO. 8LAC. Ernest Aitkens, Vancouver, Victim—Two InjuredBOMBER CRACKS UP 5 MILES EAST OF FIELDLAC. Ernest Trevor Aitkens of Vancouver, was killed, a sergeant-pilot from Britain critically injured and another Canadian escaped with slight injuries when their Fairey Battle bomber from No. 8 Bombing and Gunnery School five miles east of Kenyon Field Friday afternoon.Both Canadians were wireless operator air runners and were to receive their graduation badges from Group Captain W. A. Jones, officer commanding, Sunday morning.Immediately after the accident the injured men were rushed to Galt hospital. This morning the condition of the pilot was reported to be “critical” while close examination of the injured student failed to reveal anything beyond minor injuries. FORCED LANDINGLAC. Aitkens, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Aitkens of Vancouver, will be burled in his native city after a military funeral. The body of the 20-year-old man will be shipped to the coast Sunday evening.Before enlisting the young man was an invoice clerk for the Hudson's Bay Company at Vancouver.Names of the other two men are being withheld pending confirmation that next-of-kin have been notified.Observers who watched the plane shortly before it crashed explained that the bomber was apparently coming down for a forced landing (Continued from Front Page.)in a farmer's field. There was a large trail of smoky vapor and it is believed this was overcoming the pilot. The pilot, it appears, lost control of the plane shortly before reaching the ground.The plane bounced and nose dived, hurling the pilot from the machine. LAC. Aitkens was believed to be killed instantly. The plane did not take fire, officers explained.Friday's crash was the second from No. 8 which involved fatalities. Three men were killed when a Fairey bomber from the R.C.A.F. station crashed near Magrath a months ago.

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KILLED IN CRASHChapel Filled for Funeral Service No. 8 Airmen— Many Floral Tributes

Full military honors were accorded three of the four airman who were killed in a crash at No. 8 B. and G. School last weekend including PO. G. H. Brazier of Meyronne, Sask., Flt. Sgt. N. J. Dalgleish of Grande Prairie and LAC. S.L. Palmer of Mudgee,Australia, when services were held at Martin Bros. Funeral Home Wednesday afternoon.Airmen and friends filled the chapel to capacity with the school chaplain. Hon. Flight Lt. W. K. Batty officiating. There were 20 pallbearers including Australian Leading Aircraftmen, Flight Sergeants and Warrant Officers and Pilot Officers representing the various ranks from No. 8 B. and G. with the Commanding Officer, Group Captain W. A. Jones, also in attendance.The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful and included pieces representative of the Air Force. The remains of the Australian filer were covered with the Union Jack while those of the other airmen carried the R.C.A.F. ensign.Burial of the Australian airman took place in the city cemetery with The Last Post and Reveille being sounded by an airman from No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod. The remains of the other fliers were forwarded to their homes for burial while remains of the fourth airman, who was killed in the crash, LAC. E. Bohush of Youngstown, were forwarded to Calgary where military services were held Wednesday afternoon.

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1 Jan./43STRENGTH AS AT THE 1 OF JANUARY, 1943: ST

OFFICERS 71 AIRMEN 746 OFFICERS (W.D.) 5 AIRWOMEN 155 TRAINEES 261 - 1238 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5

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C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OFFICERS 0 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 TOTAL 114 - 1352 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 23 TOTAL 25 - 1377 GRAND TOTAL 1377.

A very successful dance was held in the Officers’ Mess Thursday evening when fellow officers andtheir wives and many friends of the mess from Lethbridge gathered to see the New Year in.True to Air Force tradition the Senior N.C.O.’s were entertained in the Officers' Mess New Yearsday before parading to the airman's mess where all personnel remaining on the Station gathered forevening dinner followed by a hearty sing song and get-together. A free show was held in theRecreation Hall later on in the evening which was wall patronized.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 3 hours NIGHT - 11 hours 50 minutes.

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2 Jan./43 Normal Station routine was resumed. Six R.A.F. Staff Pilots left this unit for #31 P.D.Moncton on posting overseas.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

3 Jan./43 The usual station Church Parade was held Sunday morning - the Protestant Service beingtaken by H/F.L. Batty and the Roman Catholic padre, H/F.L. W.J. Cassidy, officiating at the R.C.Parade.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours

4 Jan./43 Normal Station routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours NIGHT - 15 hours 40 minutes5 Jan./43 Personnel who had been on special New Years leave from 31 Dec. to 4 Jan. (inclusive)returned to the Station and resumed normal station duties.On the posting of A.S.O. B.M. Gilroy V30146 to #7 S.F.T.S. Macleod, A.S.O. M.L. Acland V30119assumes the position of O.C. R.C.A.F. (W.D.) on arrival from #2 B.& G. School, Mossbank.Flying Officer A. Muir(C8549)and Flying Officer W.J. Hoover (C8486) arrived from #2 R.C.Calgary for the purpose of testing 6 N.C.O.'s and 29 other ranks who are desirous of remustering toaircrew.Flying Officer B. Anthony A. F. C., C7O5O reported in from #3 S.F.T.S., Calgary and will act asAerodrome Control Officer working in conjunction with officials of T.C.A.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours NIGHT - 15 hours 45 minutes

6 Jan./43 Wing Commander K. Gray (GB33057) Command Armament Officer, accompanied by

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S.L. J.S. Irvin(C1287) visited this unit on a routine inspection, and also in connection with a lectureto be given by A.V.M. E.W. Stedman OBE.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours NIGHT - 3 hours.

7 Jan./43 Air Vice Marshall E.W. Stedman OBE and Flight Lieutenant A. Wilkinson C2623 visitedthe school arriving by T.C.A. 2035 hours 7 Jan./43 and departed by Government air 1000 hours 9Jan./43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours NIGHT - 14 hours.

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8 Jan./43 Air Vice Marshall E.W. Stedman, O.B.E. (C.3) lectured to Armament Instructors onmorning of Jan.8 and delivered a 2 hour lecture to officers in the afternoon. These lectures areappreciated by the officers and other ranks and it is anticipated that more lectures will be providedin future to keep the School staff up to date on current air force affairs.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

9 Jan./43 Group Captain H.P. Crabb C305, Command Administrative Officer visited the Stationand was present at the wings parade of Course #44 W.A.G.'s Sunday morning. Major H.K. Browneaccompanied by Captain C.A. Findlay, both of the Canadian Dental Corps, made a routineinspection of the Dental Clinic on this Station.Fifty-four R.A.F. airmen were posted to this Unit from #31 P.D. Moncton and will commencetraining January 11 as course 71 Air Bombers.Course #46 (W.A.G.'s) consisting of 4 R.A.F., 7 R.A.A.F., 1 R.N.Z.A.F. (total 12) were posted infrom #2 Wireless School, Calgary and commenced training 11 Jan./43.A draft of 20 volunteer airmen, including 10 A.E.M.s, 4 A.F.M.s, 2 armourers, and 5 G.D.’s wereS.O.S. on overseas posting, reporting 24 Jan./43 at #1 “Y” Depot, Halifax.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

10 Jan./43 A Wings Parade was held on the Station Parade Ground Sunday morning when GroupCaptain W.A. Jones presented the Air Gunner badges to the 16 graduates of Course #44 (W.A.G. s). The airman heading the course was NZ415266 Sgt. McLachlan, E.W. The course consisted of thefollowing graduates: 10 R.C.A.F.,1 R.A.F.F., 4 R.N.Z.A.F., 1 R.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F. failure. Theseairmen were posted to the units as designated; Western Air Command, Victoria - 7 R.C.A.F., #7D.A.S. Portage la Prairie - 2 R.C.A.F., #1 “Y” Depot, Halifax - 1 R.C.A.F., 1 R.A.A.F., 4R.N.Z.A.F.; #31 P.D. Moncton - 1 R.A.F.Two airmen R131732 LAC Bohush, E., AUS4141952 LAC Palmer, S.L., Student Air Gunners oncourse were casulaties in crash of Bolingbroke aircraft #9898, 20 Dec./42.

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11 Jan./43 Flight Lieutenant J. Bill C3534 from A.F. H.Q. made a routine inspection of Forms andPublications held on this station.An effective schedule of drill classes for officers, senior N.C.O.'s, other ranks and R.C.A.F. (W.D.)

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have bean planned for off duty hours commencing this date.Maximum Possible Flying Time. DAY - 8 hours 20 minutes NIGHT 15 hours 35 minutes.

12 Jan./43 Acting Flight Lieutenant L.P. Baenziger C4515, Accountant 0fficer #2, was struck offstrength of this Station on posting overseas.A fire occurred on the Indian Reserve, 4 miles south west of the R.C.A F. Bombing range at 1400hours 12 Jan./43. Driven by a strong westerly wind the fire assumed considerable size. At 1800hours a crew and crash tender were sent out to assist in preventing destruction to a Royal Oil Co.well in the path of the fire. At 0200 hours the fire was nearing a small Indian settlement and also awooden bridge built across the St. Mary's River by the R.C.A.F. Twenty men and equipment weresent to the scene and the fire was brought under control. It has definitely been established that theblaze was started on the reserve by Indians and no blame is attached to the R.C.A.F.Thirty-five members of ths Lethbridge Kinsmens Club were entertained in the Officers' Mess,Tuesday evening.The following graduates of Course #44 (W.A.G.) are granted commissions effective 11 Jan./43:R128257 Sgt. Allenby, G.M., R121580 Sgt. Fleming, K.E. and NZ415266 Sgt. McLachlan, E.W.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - Nil

13 Jan./43 Air Commodore E.E. Middleton (C8l), Deputy Air Member for Personnel, accompaniedby Wing Commander J.K. Young Cl695, Director of Airmen Personnel Services, and SectionOfficer E. Moles, Personal Adjutant to Air Commodore E.E. Middleton, payed a short visit to theStation en route from Ottawa to Vancouver when the T.C.A. west bound flight from Kenyon Fieldwas delayed from 1100 hours to 2100 hours due to high winds.All R.C.A.F. planes were grounded throughout the day owing to prevailing weather conditions. Abasketball team from this Station won a closely contested game from #3 A.O.S. when the teamsplayed their initial game here Wednesday evening.

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13 Jan./43 Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

14 Jan./43 Flight Officer S. Evans V30006 W.D. Command Staff Officer arrived by Governmentair 1130 hours l4 Jan./43 from #14 S.F.T.S. Claresholm and departed by rail for Command H. Q. Calgary by rail 1700 hours 15 Jan./43 During her visit Flight Officer Evans accompanied by A.S.O. Acland inspected living accommodation and working sections of the W.D. and discussed variousadministration problems with the Commanding Officer. It might be stated here that administrationof the W.D.s is considerably complicated due to the fact that there are now 156 airwoman onstrength and normal accommodation for only 125. Additional accommodation of the new barrackblocks is urgently required.Group Captain K.W. White, Air Liaison Officer and Chief of the New Zealand Air Mission arrivedon the Station this date and departed for Vancouver by T.C.A. Friday evening. During his stay hechatted with New Zealand Officers and airmen on the station and expressed keen interest in theirwelfare and progress while in Canada under the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours NIGHT - 2 hours

15 Jan./43 According to information received by signal from D.A.P.S. 40 airwomen in the specified

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trades were interviewed by A. S.O. Acland prior to their selection, and said recommendations beingsubmitted to Ottawa for consideration with regard to the draft of volunteer airwoman shortly to beposted overseas.A very sever blizzard, moving in from the north grounded, all aircraft throughout the day andgenerally retarded activity on the Station.Captain M. Panar, Canadian Dental Corps Officer attached to this station for duty effective this dateon posting from #4 T.C. H.Q. Calgary.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

16 Jan./43 Flight Lieutenant H. Bouts C2612, Supervisor of Auxiliary Services for #4 T.C. payed ashort visit to the Station in connection with sports and entertainment activities being arranged forpersonnel, both on

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16 Jan./43 the Station and in conjunction with other Air Force Schools.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 3 hours NIGHT - Nil

17 Jan./43 A minimum temperature of 35° below zero was recorded at T.C.A. at 0700 hours thismorning.The R.C. Church parade was hold at 0800 hours with F.L. W.J. Cassidy officiating.The Protestant church parade fell in at 0830 hours in the Drill Hall and marched from there to theRecreation Hall for a service conducted by F.L. W.K. Batty.A free show "Battle of Britain", sponsored by the Alberta Wheat Pool and managed by Mr. L.J.MacKenzie, the Provincial National Services Supervisor, was held on the Station, Sunday evening. The event was well patronized and considerably constructive information was made available as tothe important part played by the three branches of our armed services through their interco-operation and organization.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 3 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - Nil

18 Jan./43 Air Vice Marshal L.F. Stevenson C31, Air Officer Commanding Western Air Command,accompanied by Air Commodore K.L. MacLeod (C18), Group Captain R.C. Gordon(Cl33) andWing Commander G. Carpenter (C10937) visited this school for several hours while waiting forT.C.A. to resume east bound traffic.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - Nil

19 Jan./43 Continued Cold weather. A board arrived on Temporary Duty from A.F.H.Q. to carry out the routine semi-annual survey andaudit of all public and non-public funds dealt with on this station.A Station badminton tournament is being held in the drill hall and included both ladies and menssingled and doubles and mixed doubles. This event is well contested by the officers, airwomen,and airmen, and it will be several days before the final games will be played off.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

20 Jan./43 Flight Lieutenant H. Cole (C5895) visited the Station for an official consultationregarding matters pertaining to Works & Buildings and Merchant Accounts

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21 Jan./43 A minimum temperature of 40.6º was recorded at T.C.A. control tower at 0630 hours.The mercury rose comparatively little throughout the day.According to signal received from AFHQ, Wing Commander M.D. Lister (C168), shortly to assumecommand of No. 8 B. & G. School on posting of Group Captain W.A, Jones (C135), has beenappointed to the rank of Acting Group Captain effective. 1 Jan./43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

22 Jan./43 On authority of a signal received from DA.P.S. this date the graduation and subsequentposting of Course #67 Air Bombers scheduled to leave 22 Jan and of Course #45 W.A.G.s scheduledto graduate 25 Jan. have been held over for two more weeks.R135612 Cpl. Chartrand, J.R.A. on authority of A.F.R.O. 55 dated 15 Jan./40 is awarded the BritishEmpire Medal (Military Division) for outstanding qualities of leadership and devotion to dutyshown as an N.C.O. employed on the Range Crew.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

23 Jan./43 Squadron Leader J.C. Byers (C2152) arrived on temporary duty from #4 TrainingCommand to assist in matters pertaining te certain documentation on transfer of command fromGroup Captain W.A. Jones (C135) to Group Captain M.D. Lister (Cl68) on his posting to WesternAir Command H.Q., effective 27 Jan./43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

24 Jan./43 Continued cold weather.Usual Roman Catholic and Protestant Church parades were held with Flight Lieutenant W.J. Cassidyand Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty officiating at their respective services.

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24 Jan./43 Course #47 (W.A.G.) was posted in this date from #3 Wireless School, Winnipeg and iscomposed of 8 R.A.A.F. 15 R.C.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F., totaling 24.Twenty-six R.C.A.F., 2 R.A.F. and 1 R.A.A.F. from #1 Reselection Centre, Trenton, 1 R.A.F. and 24R.N.Z.A.F. from #3 Manning Depot, Edmonton, arrived this date and will commence training asCourse #72 Air Bombers.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 2 hours NIGHT - Nil

25 Jan./43 Five G.D.s S.O.S. of this station on posting to #1 “Y” Depot, Halifax reporting 8Feb./43 on overseas draft.Squadron Leader R. Ketterer (C2105) made a routine visit to the Station in connection witharmament inspection.Lysander aircraft #2357 made a forced landing at approximately l400 hours on the Bombing rangeduring routine drogue operations due to engine failure. The aircraft suffered considerable damagewhen it nosed into a snow bank but the pilot and drogue operator were uninjured.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 15 hours

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26 Jan./43 Pilot Offioer .AM. Penman Nz4l6l54 is appointed to act as Liaison Officer in matters ofwelfare concerning New Zealand, Australian and R.A.F. trainees on this Station.A very successful dance and presentation was held in the Officers' Mess Tuesday evening in honorof Group Captain and Mrs. W.A. Jones on the occasion of his departure to take up a new post atWestern Air Command after sixteen months as Commanding Officer of this Station.Word was received that F.L. S.A. Cheesman (C200l)(who had held the position of O.C. Flying fromNov. 1941 to April 1942 prior to his posting to an O.T.U. in Eastern Air Command) was reported"missing" on an Atlantic patrol.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours NIGHT - 3 hours 15 minutes

27 Jan./43 Flight Lieutenant R.F.E. Kempster (C2278), Chief Engineering Officer, is appointed tothe rank of Squadron Leader effective 1 Jan./43.Weather closed in at approximately 1000 hours, due to ground fog. A Gunnery Bolingbroke,piloted by Sergeant Pilot Truefitt, was forced to proceed to Calgary and land. No damage wasdone. Flying ceased

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27 Jan./43 at 1600 hours due to Handing Over Parade.Air Commodore A.L. Paxton (Air Member for Training) visited the Control Tower. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours NIGHT - 15 hours 45 minutes.

28 Jan./43 A Station parade was held this afternoon on the occassion of the official handing overceremony when Group Captain W.A. Jones (C135) relinquished command of #8 B. & G. School toSquadron Leader R.F. Gross (C281) who will act temporarily as Commanding Officer of thestation until the arrival of Group Captain M.D. Lister (Cl68) from Mountain View.Flight Lieutenant S.A. Cheesman and his crew have been located at a point on the Labrador coast.Supplies are being dropped to them by plane until such tins as a rescue can be affected.Wing Commander W.P. Dunphy (C1038) visited the Station in the afternoon.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours NIGHT - 14 hours 50 minutes

29 Jan./43 Normal Station routine. Weather milder.9 R.C.A.F., 7 R.A.A.F., 7 R.A.F., 3 RNZAF. (total 27) of Course #67 (Air Bombers) were posted to#3 A.O.S. Pearce, effective this date. The remainder will be retained at this Station pending furtherposting authority from D.A.P. S.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 9 minutes NIGHT - Nil

30 Jan./43 Squadron Leader G.R.F. Gross (C.182) is appointed to rank of Wing Commandereffective l5 Jan./43. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 40 minutes

31 Jan./43 Course #445A (W.A.G.) graduated this date. The wings presentation was made by WingCommander R.F. Gross in the Station Drill Hall, Sunday morning. Following the ceremonypersonnel paraded to the Station

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31 Jan./43 Recreation Hall for Church Service conducted by F.L. Batty, the Protestant Chaplain. The R.C. Parade and mass was held by F.L. Cassiday prior to the presentation. R106937 Sgt.Myers, C.D., high man in the class was presented with a bracelet.The disposal of course #45A is as follows: 5 R.A.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F. posted to #31 O.T.U.Debert, N.S.; 4 R.A.A.F.., 6 R.C.A.F. posted to #36 Greenwood, N.S.; 3 R.A.A.F. and 4 R.C.A.F.posted to #31 P.D., Moncton, N.B.The acting Commanding Officer of the Station - Wing Commander R.F. Groes (C182) left for aconference at No. 4 Training Command, Calgary.Maximum Possible Flying Time: Day - 6 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTY-FIRST OF JANUARY 1943 - OFFICERS 70 AIRMEN 781 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 155 TRAINEES 297 - 1306 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 TOTAL 114 - 1420 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 25 TOTAL 27 - 1447

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE: BOLINGBROKE 22 ANSON II 52 LYSANDER III 16 BATTLE I 58 HARVARD II 1 TOTAL 149

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF JANUARY:

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1 Feb./43STRENGTH AS AT THE 1 OF FEBRUARY, 1943: ST

OFFICERS 70 AIRMEN 781 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 155 TRAINEES 297 - 1306 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 TOTAL 114 - 1420 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 25 TOTAL 27 - 1447

Six airmen representing #8 B. & G. took part in a boxing meet held bald at Macleod. They metcontestants from Calgary, Claresholm, Penhold and Vulcan stations. Afencing exhibit was given byan airwoman and a Senior N.C.0 who accompanied the team to Macleod.R106937 Sgt. Myers, CD., AUS414958 Sgt. Rigazzoli, S.F. and AUS420987 Sgt. Nolan, K.,Wireless Air Gunners of Course #45 granted commissions effective this date.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 7 hours NIGHT - Nil

2 Feb./43 Twenty-four airmen and airwomen came before a local board headed by Squadron LeaderR.F.E. Kempster (Senior Engineering Officer at this unit and formerly Command Trade TestOfficer) and unit Specialist Officers which was assembled to interview and advise applicantswishing to remuster from G.D. to a

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2 Feb./43 trade, or from one trade to another trade at the next trade Test Board.Slight damage was caused to Bolingbroke #9903, when returning from routine gunnery exercise atapproximately l600 hours. The pilot overshot end of runway and aircraft nosed up in deep snow.Neither pilot or student air bombers sustained injury.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 4 hours 10 minutes.

3 Feb./43 The Macleod Concert party, accompanied by the band visited this unit February 3rd and produced their Variety Concert before a large audience in the Station Recreation Hall. It ishoped that inter-station entertainment of this type may be arranged from time to time and a suitableconcert troupe organized on this Station.Pilot Officer J.N. Brough (Jl2374) Engineering Of ficer, reported to this unit on posting from #13

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S.F.T.S., St. Hubert and assumes position of Technical Adjutant of Maintenance Section.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 9 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 15 minutes.

4 Feb./43 Two teams, one of airmen and the other W.D. from #7 S.F.T.S., Macleod met andchallenged basketball players of this station on two well contested games - the airmen of this unitwinning but the W.D. team losing by a narrow margin to #7 S.F.T.S.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 14 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 10 hours

5 Feb./43 Damage ("C" Category) was caused to both Anson Mk II 7430 and Anson Mk II 8270when at about 0200 hours Anson 8270 returning from routine bombing exercise was forced to makean emergency landing due to battery failure and in doing so collided with Anson 7430 which wastaxiing along end of run without lights resulting from battery failure. None of the crew sustainedinjury.Squadron Leader H.R. McIntyre (C5763) Deputy P.M.O. from No. 4 Training Command made anofficial inspection of the unit hospital and a very favorable report was submitted on the generalefficiency and administration of the hospital.Five Aerio Engine Mechanics, two Armourers (Bombs), five Armourers (Guns), five aircraftelectricians and four Instrument Makers were struck off strength on overseas posting effective thisdate.The balance of Course #67 Air Bombers comprising 18 R.C.A.F. were posted to #2 A.O.S.Edmonton this date. Of the original entry of 49 airmen on this course, 44 airman graduated, oneairman transferred to

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5 Feb./43 Course #70. Four failed and were remustered at this unit. Top man in the course wasR140245 LAC Scott, R.W. Pilot Officer E.S.P. Braddell (C10827), O.C. Repair Squadron, appointedto rank of Temporary Flying Officer, effective 3 Oct./42.Wing Commander C.A. Cook (C1388) and Squadron Leader T. C. Anderson (C2682), CommandAeronatuical Engineers I & II visited this unit in connection with maintenance and procurement ofspares for Bolingbroke, Lysander and Battle aircraft.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours NIGHT - 8 hours 45 minutes.

6 Feb./43 Three officers were posted from this unit. Flying Officer H.S. Baker (C11371),Administrative Officer reverted to Pilot Officer on remuster to aircrew and S.O.S. on posting to #4I.T.S. Edmonton. Flying Officer J.D. Johnstone (C8250), Armament Officer, S.O.S. on posting toWestern Air Command reporting to advanced trainer, centre, Chilliwack on Bomb Disposal Course. Pilot Offioer J.C. Naish (C12435) Administrative Officer, S.O.S. on posting to #4 I.T.S. Regina.The intake for Course #48 W.A.G.s consisted of 18 airmen (15 B.C.A.F., 1 N.S.A.F., 2 R.A.F.)posted in from #2 Wireless School commencing instruction Feb. 8th.Damage was caused to Anson MkII 7437 at 0130 hours when Sgt. Pilot returning from routineBombing exercise landed aircraft with under carriage retracted. No injury was sustained by thepilot or two student Air Bombers. Pilot's log book was endorsed as accident was due to extremecarelessness.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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7 Feb./43 Course No. 46 W.A.G. graduated this date. Wings presentation was made by WingCommander R.F. Gross in the Station Drill Hall Sunday morning. Following this ceremonypersonnel paraded to Church.The original intake of Course #46 WAGs was 13 - (4 R.C.A.F., 8 R.A.A.F., 1 R.N.Z.A.F.)- reportingin from #2 Wireless School. The disposition of the course was as follows: 2 R.C.A.F. to WesternAir Command

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7 Feb./43 Vancouver; 2 R.C.A.F., 8 R.A.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F. to #3 A.O.S. Pearce. R118318 Sgt.Clarke, D.F. of this course was granted a commission effective 8 Feb./43, also AUS420313 Sgt.Watkine, H.W. and AUS412494 Sgt. KcQuellin, P.D.Flying Officer A.A. Cattanach (C8471), Assistant Judge Advocate arrived on Temporary Duty from4 Feb./43 to 7 Feb./43 to convene Court of Inquiry to investigate circumstances surrounding chargesof low flying brought against an R.A.F. Pilot, Pilot Officer R. Cooper (GB1239328) of this unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

8 Feb./43 Group Captain M.D. Lister (Cl68) arrived at the station on posting from R.C.A.F. Station,Mountain View effective 8 Feb./43 reporting 9 Feb./43.Pilot Officer H.E. McNeil J11320, unit staff pilot, appointed to rank of temporary Flying Officereffective 24 0ct./42.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 8 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - Nil

9 Feb./43. Group Captain M.D. Lister assumes command of No. 8 B. & G. School effective this datefrom Wing Commander R. F. Gross (C182) who had held temporary command since the departuerof Group Captain W.A. Jones (C135) 28 Feb./43, on posting to Western Air Command.A General Court-Martial is convened by order of Air Vice Marshall G.R. Howsam, M.C., AirOfficer Commanding No. 4 Training Command, Calgary, 9 Feb./43 to deal with charge laid againstPilot Officer R. Cooper (GB1239328) (R.A.F.), No. 8 B. & G. School. Officers detailed toassemble at this unit February 17th, 1943:President - Group Captain A. Ellis, O.B.E. - #34 S.F.T.S., Medicine Hat, Alta.

Members - Wing Commander M. Brown, R.C.A.F. (C1267) - #7 S.F.T.S., Macleod; SquadronLeader R.D. Pexton, (R.A.F. 72150)- #34 S.F.T.S. - Medicine Hat; Squadron Leader P.M. DobreeBell(RAF42676) - #2 F.I.S. Vulcan, and Squadron Leader A.E. Mix, R.C.A.F. (C2422) - #4 TrainingCommand Headquarters.

Waiting Members - Squadron Leader W. C. Turner R.A.F. (40578) - #37 S.F.T.S., Calgary;Squadron Leader J.M. Dobson R.C.A.F. (C929) - #15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm.

Judge Advocate - Squadron Leader A.C. McClaskey, R.C.A.F. (C3179) - #4 Training CommandHeadquarters.

Prosecutor - Flying Officer A.A. Cattanack. R.C.A.F. (C8471) - #4 Training CommandHeadquarters.

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9 Feb./43 Defending Officer - Flight Lieutenant D.A. Lane R.C.A.F. (C5605) - #8 B. & G. School,Lethbridge.

Witness - Flight Lieutenant W.J. Cassidy (J20790); Flight Lieutenant J.B. Badgley (C1898) andFlight Lieutenant D.A. Lane (C5605)

Flying Officer H.W.G. Fuller (C8696), O.C. Servicing Squadron posted on temporary duty to #2I.T.S., Regina for special coarse on Oxygen Equipment.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 6 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 50 minutes.

10 Feb./43 A very successful Valentine Dance was held in the Drill Hall Wednesday evening andwas well attended by a large crowd of station personnel both officer and N.C.O.s, airmen, theirwives and lady guests invited through the Lethbridge Hostess Club. Supper was served in theairmen's mess which had been attractively decorated for the occasion.Squadron Leader J.T. Watt (C2228) of the Command Accounts branch arrived on temporary duty atthis Station, dealing with matters pertaining to the transfer of command from Wing CommanderR.F. Gross to Group Captain M.D. Lister.Wing Commander R.F. Gross proceeded to Calgary 7 February to attend conference of CommandingOfficers, returning 10 Feb./43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 15 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 3 hours 40 minutes.

11 Feb./43 Flight Lieutenant G.S. Wright C8898 returned from Calgary following a CommandConference assembled by the Senior Organization Officer, Wing Commander C.A. Davidson C1232to deal with matters pertaining to Works & Buildings sections at units.A formal dinner was held in the Officers’ Mess Thursday evening in honor of the new CommandingOfficer and on this occasion an official welcome was extended to him by Squadron Leader R.F.E.Kempster on behalf of all members of the mess.

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11 Feb./43 Two airwoman were struck off strength on posting to No. 1 "Y" Depot reporting 25 Feb.These airwomen form the second group from this station to be posted on a volunteer overseas draft.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 13 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours 50 minutes.

12 Feb./43 Squadron Leader M.A. McNeil (C2019) Provost Marshal from Air Force Headquartersand Flight Lieutenant L.W. Martor C2858, Assistant Provost Marshal from #4 Training Commandpayed an official visit to this Station and made certain recommendation regarding disciplinegenerally, also regarding proposed change whereby the Security Guard will be absorbed into theService Police, the establishment to be 1 F.S., 3 Sgts., 9 Cpls., and 20 ACs (Acting Corporalsunpaid).A sudden rise in temperature caused an excessive amount of water to accumulate from melting snowboth about the camp and on the landing field hindering flying operations for several days.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 4 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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13 Feb./43 A large gathering of Officers and their friends had a very enjoyable evening at theValentine Dance held in the Officers’ Mess on Saturday.Flight Lieutenant S.H. Bonser GB77590 and Pilot Officer T. Burgoyne GB124635, two R.A.F.officers of the British Air Ministry arrived on Temporary Duty to give a four day course ofinstruction from 16 Feb. to 20 Feb., to armament officers on the "Theory of Sighting" as arranged byAir Force Headquarters for various Schools.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 2 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - Nil

14 Feb./43 A parade of Station personnel was held in the drill hall Sunday morning, the inspectionand general salute being taken by the Commanding Officer. The squadrons then parade to Churchservice held in the Recreation Hall.Wing Commander J.A. Hutchison O.B.E. C1142 of No. 4 I.T.S., Edmonton visited the Station toview the general syllabus and local conditions of training at a B. & G. School under the BritishCommonwealth Air Training Plan.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - 3 hours.

15 Feb./43 Officers reporting to this unit on the course of instruction on "Theory of Sighting"included Flying Officer G.B. Wareham GB49808 - Mountain View, Pilot Officer B.A. Angers C15966 - #2 B. & G. School

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15 Feb./43 Mossbank, Sask.; Flying Officer A.W. Wood C8255 - No. 1 B. & G. School, Jarvis,Ont.; Pilot Officer S.M. Paulson C13570 - 32 O.T.U., Patricia Bay; Squadron Leader J.S. IrvinC1287 - No. 4 Training Command; Flying Officer I.C. Nelson C7140 - No. 8 B. & G. School. Alsoattending the course were eight Flight Sergeants, ten Sergeants, and six corporals.Flight Lieutenant J.E. Jennings C2428 ceases to be on temporary duty on returning from R.C.A.F.Station, Mountain View where he has been attending Armament Course for the past two months.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 3 hours 15 minutes.

16 Feb./43 Wing Commander C.W. Crossland C1275 Aeronautical Engineer from Air ForceHeadquarters payed an unofficial visit to Maintenance Section of this station while waiting forT.C.A. to assume flying schedules.Wing Commander C.G. Beveridge C1384, Senior Personnel Staff Office (P-1) arrived on temporaryduty from No. 4 Training Command to make a survey of the station administration generally andalso with view of appointing Station Administrative Officer to fill vacancy left on posting of FlightLieutenant T.A. Millar C4664 to Western Air Command effective 28 Feb./43.By order of Air Vice Marshal G.R. Howsam, M.C., Air Officer Commanding No. 4 TrainingCommand, the General Court-Martial assembled to try Pilot Officer R. Cooper GB1239328 17Feb./43 was dissolved owing to the illness of the President of the Court. A new court will bere-convened at a later date.Flying Officer I.C. Nelson C7140, Armament Officer in charge Wireless Operator Air GunnerCourse, G.I.S., appointed to the rank of Flight Lieutenant to succeed F.L. K.K. Smith C4435 asOfficer in charge Air Bomber courses on the posting of the latter to No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleodeffective 8 Mar./43.A very well contested Boxing Meet organized by the Senior N.C.O.s of this unit was held in the

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Drill Hall Tuesday evening and included amateur boxers and wrestlers from surrounding units. Alarge crowd including friends of Station personnel, flights of Navy and Air Force Cadets, a numberof Veteran Guards from the Internment Camp and Royal Canadian Engineers attended this event.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - 11 hours 25 minutes.

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17 Feb./43 Flight Lieutenant P.M. Hale C3880 posted to Pilots Armament course at R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View.Captain M. Panar C.D.C. ceases to be attached to this unit on transfer to High River.Lieutenant R.B. Campbell C.D.C., attached to this unit on return from Basic Training Course atThree Rivers, Que.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours.

18 Feb./43 Damage (“B” Class) was caused to Bolingbroke aircraft #9974 when returning fromroutine Gunnery exercise at about 1100 hours. The port motor failed while pilot was makinglanding approach causing the aircraft to swerve to the left. Tho pilot retracted the undercarriageand was obliged to make a forced landing in a field about ½ mile south of ths aerodrome. Neitherthe pilot or student air gunners suffered any injury.The circumstances' surrounding this accident will be investigated by the Chief Engineering Officer.During the "Sighting Course" held Feb. l6th to 19th (inclusive) officers of the Visiting ArmamentFlight included: Flight Lieutenant J.F. Gaschler C6980, Squadron Leader G.W. Erickson (C1305),Flight Lieutenant D.V. Thomas C2648, Flight Lieutenant R. A. Renn1e C4393, Flying Officer G.C. Johnstone C13573 were at this station reporting in from Mountain View.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours.

19 Feb./43 Course No. 69. Air Bombers, having an original intake of 51 airmen graduated 19 Feb. The graduates -12 R.C.A.F., 25 R.A.A.F., 13 R.N.Z.A.F. and 1 R.A.F. were posted as follows: 40airmen (l R.A.F., 13 R.N.Z.A.F., 26 R.A.A.F.) to #3 A.O.S. Edmonton. The remaining 11 graduateswere retained at this station pending further posting .instructions from D.A.P.S.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours 5 minutes.

20 Feb./43 The intake of Course #49 W.A.G. was 26 R.C.A.F. reporting this date from #3 WirelessSchool, Winnipeg and commencing training 22 Feb. The intake for Course #74 Air Bombers was 1R.C.A.F. and 47 R.A.F. reporting this date on posting from #31 P.D. Moncton. One R.C.A.F.airman transferred from Course #70 will also commence training with this course on 22 Feb./43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 13 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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21 Feb./43 Damage was caused to Anson Mk2-11293 at approximately1030 hours when pilot oncross country flight to #3 A.O.S. Pearce, landed in cross wind which threw aircraft off runway intosoft mud causing aircraft to nose up. Neither the pilot or R. C. Padre, travelling as a passenger, wereinjured. The accident, which was due to negligence of pilot lead to endorsing of his log book.Lysander aircraft IIIA.2358 was skilfully landed by pilot at 1130 hours about ½ mile south ofaerodrome when returning from routine drogue operations. One engine siezed due to lack of oil

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pressure and propellor flew off. No further damage was caused to aircraft by forced landing andpilot and drogue operator wore uninjured.Course No. 4 7 graduated 22 Feb./43. Wings were presented by Group Captain M.D. Lister on theParade Ground at 0900 hours 21 Feb. R87844 Sgt. Lewis, M.F. was top man of the course. He waspresented with a silver identification bracelet. He, together with R56734 Sgt. Sprott, J.C., R133319Sgt. Swordy, J.E., and R162809 Sgt. Long, W.B. were subsequently granted commissions effective22 Feb./43.Of the original intake - 15 R.C.A.F., 8 R.A.A.F., and 2 R.N.Z.A.F. (Total 25) the 20 graduates of thecourse were posted as follows reporting to their respective unite 6 Mar./43: 12 R.C.A.F. to WesternAir Command, 4 R.A.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F. to #32 O.T.U.. Patricia Bay, 2 R.C.A.F. and 1R.N.Z.A.F. to #36 O.T.U. Greenwood, N.S. Five Wireless failures (l R.C.A.F. and 4 R.A.A.F.)posted to #3 Wireless School for further training on authority of D.A.P.S. letter dated 15 Feb.Wing Commander G.R.F. Gross (C182), Chief Instructor at this school departed by T.C.A. this datereporting to #32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay on 22nd Feb.Flying Officer L.E.A. Myles C20483, Command Trade Test Officer, reported to this station and willpreside at Trade Test Board throughout the week.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 12 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - Nil

22 Feb./43 Normal Station Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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23 Feb./43 Flight Lieutenant T.A. Morrella C3005 on temporary duty at #15 S.F.T.S. ClaresholmFeb. 22nd and 23rd having been detailed as Member on District Court-Martial by the Air OfficerCommanding, No. 4 Training Command Headquarters.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 14 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - Nil

24 Feb./43 Considerable damage was caused to Lysander #2359 at approximately 0950 hours 24February When engine failed in take-off on routine drogue exercise. Pilot was obliged to force landaircraft which on hitting soft ground rolled over completely. The pilot was uninjured and DrogueOperator very slightly hurt. An investigation of circumstances surrounding the accident will becarried out.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 25 minutes.

25 Feb./43 By order of Air Vice-Martial G.R. Howsam M.C., No. 4 Training. Command, Calgary,dated 18 Feb./43 the detail of officers mentioned below assembled at #8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge25 Jan./43 for the purpose of trying by General Court-Martial the accused, Pilot Officer RentonCooper GBl239328, an officer of the Volunteer Reserve of the Royal Air Force charged with"whilst on active service neglecting to obey Station Standing Orders"in that at #3 A.O.S. Pearce,Alberta, on three occasions Dec. 24th, 25th, and 27th did fly aircraft in a foolhardy and dangerousmanner contrary to Station Standing Orders Section 3.Group Captain B. Iron, O.B.E. R.A.F. is appointed President.Members - Wing Commander J.R. Frizzle, R.C.A.F. C375, #4 Training Command, Calgary;Squadron Leader P.M. Dobree Bell R.A.F. r2787, #2 F.I.S. Vulcan, Alta.; Squadron Leader R.D.Paxton R.A.F.72150, #34 S.F.T.S., Medicine Hat; Squadron Leader A.E. Mix. R.C.A.F. C2432, #4

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Training Command, Calgary. Waiting Members - Squadron Leader W.C. Turner R.A.F.40578, #37 S.F.T.S., Calgary, and FlightLieutenant N.S. MacLeod, R.C.A.F. C2431, #2 Wireless School, Calgary.Judge Advocate - Squadron Leader A.C. McClaskey, R.C.A.F. C3179, #4 Training Command,Calgary. Prosecutor - Flight Lieutenant A.A. Cattanach R.C.A.F. C8471, No. 4 Training Command, Calgary.Defending Officer - Flight Lieutenant D.A. Lane, R.C.A.F. C5605, No. 8 B. & G. School,Lethbridge.Squadron Leader H. Padwick C3358 arrived from #2 F.I.S. Vulcan for the purposes of investigatingcircumstances surrounding crash of Lysander Aircraft #2359 24 Feb., in conjunction with FlyingOfficer G.D. Watson J10743 of this unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - Nil

26 Feb./43 Squadron Leader S.P. Dyte C1549 & Flight Lieutenant F.P. Downee C3336, P.T. & DrillOfficers from Air

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26 Feb./43 Force Headquarters and No. 4 Training Command Headquarters respectively payed anofficial visit to this unit 25 Feb./43. The situation with regard to P.T. & Drill facilities and programsof instruction, are were very favorably commented on as compared with most Bombing & GunnerySchools.Three Drivers Transport, 3 Service Police, and 1 Photographer were S.O.S. of this unit reporting to#1 "Y" Depot, Halifax on 12 March on overseas posting.Flying Officer E. Anthony, A.F.C. is posted to Course 3 at No. 1 Flying Control School, R.C.A.F.Station, Patricia Bay, B.C.Flight Lieutenant S.T. Taylor C3139 T.O. S. from #2 A.O.S. Edmonton. He will succeed FlightLieutenant T.A. Millar C4664 as Senior Administrative Officer at this unit on posting to WesternAir Command effective 23 Feb./43.Pilot Officer C.W. Miller, Staff Pilot at this unit, is appointed Temporary Flying Officer effective 8Nov./42.Lieutenant Colonerl P.P. Drewry and Major H.K. Brown, Command Dental Officers visited theStation for the purpose of examining the Dental facilities at this unit.Flight Lieutenant G. B. Randall C2700, Chief Armament Officer and former O.C. G.I.S., is struckoff strength on posting to R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View, Ont.Flight Officer M.S. Clark V30105 payed a routine visit to this station arriving 1500 hours 25 Feb./43by air from Vulcan and departing 1400 hours 26 Feb. for Macleod. Specific recommendationswere made as to best method of utilizing rations available on the new scale of issue in conjunctionwith extra messing.Flying Officer M.M.F. McRae C9631)proceeded on temporary duty to No. 2 Composite TrainingSchool, Toronto for a three week course, effective 28 Feb./43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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27 Feb./43 Normal Station Routine.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

28 Feb./43 The Protestant Church Parade was held at 1130 hours Sunday morning in the RecreationHall and was conducted by Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty. The R.C. Service was held by FlightLieutenant W.J. Cassidy at 0800 hours. This schedule will be adapted in future as it will result inlarger attendance at church. Parades cause less disruption to training and working routine whichotherwise will continue as usual throught the day. Wing Commander R.F. Gross C182 returned byair from #32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 2 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - Nil

STRENGTH AS AT THE TWENTY-EIGHTH OF FEBRUARY 1943 OFFICERS 71 AIRMEN 786 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 158 TRAINEES 253 - 1271 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 TOTAL 114 - 1385 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 26 TOTAL 28 - 1413

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE:

BOLINGBROKE 23 BOLINGBROKE I 1 ANSON II 51 LYSANDER III 17 HARVARD II 1 BATTLE I 58 151

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF FEBRUARY: 279 hours 5 minutes.

M.D. Lister G/C (M.D. Lister) Group Captain Commanding Officer, No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alta.

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OFFICERS 71 AIRMEN 786 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 158 TRAINEES 253 - 1271 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 TOTAL 114 - 1385 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 26 TOTAL 28 - 1413

Squadron Leader E.B. Howard C1813, Command Chaplain (R.C.) visited this unit and conferredwith Flight Lieutenant W.J. Cassidy on matter pertaining to Roman Catholic personnel.Course #72 Air Bombers, commencing training Feb. 25 will be known as Course #73 as amended byinstruction received from D.A.P.S.Maximum Possible Flying Time: 7 hours 50 minutes - DAY Nil - NIGHT

2 Mar./43 An official visit was made at this unit by Flying Officer G.F. Beurling, D.S.O., D.F.C., D.F.M. and bar, arriving 1100 hours March 2nd by air from Calgary and departing for Western AirCommand by T.C.A. at 2100 hours the same evening.

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2 Mar./43 A formal luncheon was given in the Officers' Mess in honor of the occasion. In theafternoon he delivered a lecture to officers and trainees and later a talk to all other personnel whohad been unable to attend the first lecture, including W.D.s and two large enthusiastic units of AirCadets from Lethbridge and Magrath Squadrons. During his visit an opportunity was afforded toseveral parents residing in the district, whos sons had served .at Malta in the same Flying Squadronto chat with Flying Officer Beurling.It is felt that talks of this nature given by officers and N.C.O.'s returning from active combatoverseas, are of outstanding value and provide a definite incentive and boost moral at inland trainingcentres.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 15 minutes

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3 Mar./43 Squadron Leader J.H. Baillie C7059. Command Hygiene Officer, visited this unit on anofficial inspection of quarters, messes, working sections, deposal plant, etc., on matters relative togeneral health and medical protection of station personnel.Flight Lieutenant D.A. Lane C5605 and Flight Lieutenant J.T. Taylor C2193 proceeded onTemporary Duty to #3 A.O.S. Pearce at 1700 hours March 3rd returning 2000 hours March 4 for thepurpose of acting as defending Officer and Waiting Member respectively at a District Court-Martialas convened by order of Air Vice Marshal G.R. Howsam, Air Officer Commanding No. 4 TrainingCommand.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

4 Mar./43 Ten Aero Engine Mechanics, ten Airframe Mechanics, three Instrument Makers, twoElectricians, five Armourers ( (Guns), five Armourers (Bombs) and three Wireless OperatorsGround were struck off strength effective 4 Mar./43 on overseas posting reporting to No. 1 “Y”Depot, Halifax, 18 Mar./43.Flight Lieutenant F.J. Chunn 40733 and Flight Lieutenant E.L. Gray 41233, Liaison Officers of theNew Zealand Air Mission from Air Force Headquarters visited the station for the purpose ofinterviewing airmen of the R.N.Z.A.F. training at this Unit.Wing Commander K. Gray 33057, Command Armament Officer, visited this unit for the purpose ofreviewing armament training syllabus in effect at this School.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 6 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - Nil

5 Mar./43 All personnel of G.I.S. paraded at 1600 hours and formed up on the Station ParadeGround for the presentation of Wings to Course #48. W.A.G., by Group Captain M.P. Lister, whoalso gave a final address to Course #70, Air Bombers, on posting to A.O.S. schools for completionof their training.

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5 Mar./43 Course #48 W.A.G. commenced training Feb. 8 with an entry of airmen (13 R.C.A.F., 1R.N.Z.A.F. and 2 R.A.F.) posted in from #2 Wireless School , Calgary, plus 1 airman transferredfrom Course #47 for medical reasons.There were 14 graduates of course #48, 1 R.C.A.F. airman failed in Morse and was posted back to#2 Wireless School, Calgary, 2 R.C.A.F. transferred to Course #49 for Medical reasons. GB1337191LAC Swire, W. graduated as high man and was presented with a silver identification bracelet. Sgt. Cockburn, J.C. and Sgt. Richmond, W.E. were subsequently granted commissions effective March8. 6 R.C.A.F. were posted to #3 O.T.U. Patricia Bay reporting March 20. The remainder grantedtwo weeks leave reporting back to this unit pending further posting instructions.The posting of Course #70, Air Bombrs, having an original intake of 54 R.A.F. posted in from #31P.D. Moncton and commencing training Dec. 21st was as follows: 6 R.A.F. to #9 A O.S., St. John,P.Q.; 3 R.A.F. to #7 A.O.S., Portage is Priaire, Manitoba; 22 R.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F. to #1 C.N.S.Rivers, Man; 20 R.A.F. to #5 A.O.S., Winnipeg, Man. There was one R.A.F. failure retainedawaiting reselection board and 2 R.A.F. transferred to Course #71 for medical reasons.Flight Lieutenant L. Mathieson C4596 T.O.S. on posting from #2 A.O.S. Edmonton as unitArmament Officer replacing Flight Lieutenant G.B. Randall C2700 who was posted to R.C.A.F.Station, Mountain View effective 25 Feb./43.Pilot Officer A. Crozier NZ415749, staff pilot, appointed to rank of Temporary Flying Officer

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effective 5 Dec./43.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours NIGHT - 8 hours 40 minutes

6 Mar./43 l 6 R.A.A.F. T.O.S. on posting from #2 W.S. Calgary March 6th and will commencetraining aa Course #50 W.A.G. March 8.Course #75 Air Bombers consisting of 47 R.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F. posted to this unit commencingtraining March 8th. Course #76 Air Bombers consisting of 48 R.A.F. posted this unit pendingcommencement of

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6 Mar./43 instruction Mar. 22.Various courses and classes for general trade improvement and advancement have been organizedfor off duty hours including Pre Aircrew training in mathematics and science, typing classes andlectures for clerks and organized P.T. (2 hours weekly) for all sections.Pilot Officer J. Gilmour C20813, Theory of Bombing Specialist, S.O.S. on exchange posting to #2B. & G. School, Mossbank.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 55 minutes

7 Mar./43 On authority from D.A.P.S. the following amendments are made in course numbers asshown on training Division Charts dated 13 Feb./43. For Course #74 Air Bombers read Course #76. For Course #75 Air Bombers read Course #77 and for Course #76 Air Bombers read Course #78.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - Nil

8 Mar./43 Flying Officer A.E. Chard C5615, Armament Officer, T.O.S. from R.C.A.F. Station, SeaIsland and assumes position of Range Officer from Pilot Officer A.M. Penman temporarily incharge.Pilot Officer H.E. Fisk J11909, P.T. & Drill Officer, proceeded on temporary duty to #2 "M" Depot,Brandon for special interview, returning to his unit March 13 th.Pilot Officer R.E. Spicer NZ422578, Bombing Analyst Specialist T.O.S. on exchange posting from#2 B. & G. School, Mossbank, Sask.Flying Officer C. Edgar C8676, Administrative Officer and Adjutant G.I.S., S.O.S. on overseasposting effective this date reporting at #1 "Y" Depot, March 22.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 4 hours 10 minutes

9 Mar./43 Normal Station Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 40 minutes

10 Mar./43 Accident occurred to Anson #8249 at 0100 hours March 10. Pilot returning from nightbombing exercise taxied aircraft into restricted area and hit post with wing tip, damaging leadingedge. Neither pilot or 2 student air bombers were injured. Pilot's log book endorsed.

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10 Mar./43 Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY 17 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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11 Mar./43 Squadron Leader J.G. Sparling C4230, Command Protestant Padre, arrived fromMacleod by air 1200 hours and departed 1700 hours by rail for #4 T.C. Calgary.A semi-annual inspection of Service Kit of all station personnel below the rank of Warrant Officerwas carried out at 0800 hours Thursday morning by Officers and Warrant Officers.Pilot Officer P.N. Spackman C12085, Aerodrome Control Officer, appointed to rank of TemporaryFlying Officer effective Dec. 12/42.The weekly station routine includes the Commanding Officer’s Parade and inspection ofHeadquarters Squadron at 0800 hours Thursdays and of Air Training Wing at 0800 hours Friday, andan inspection of all quarters, working sections, etc., Thursday morning.Pilot Officer H.W. Lehti and Pilot Officer H. Bate, Bombing Instructors, reported to this Unit onposting from R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View.Flight Sergeant B.P. Salt and Cpl. Batt, G. (W.D.) both of this unit, proceeded to R.A.F. Station,Medicine Hat by air March 11 to give a fencing exhibition in conjunction with a Boxing Meet beingheld at that unit.The following airmen were S.O.S. and posted to #1 "Y" Depot reporting March 25th on overseasdraft; 1 Sergeant, 1 Corporal, and in LAC's - Aero Engine Mechanics, 1 Sergeant, 10 LAC's -Airframe Mechanics.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 NIGHT - 8 hours 40 minutes

12 Mar./43 Normal Station Routine:Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY -15 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - Nil

13 Mar./43 Flying Officer F.N. Spackman C12085, Aerodrome Control Officer, S.O.S. on postingto North West Staging

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13 Mar./43 Route Headquarters, Edmonton, Alta., reporting March 15/43. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

14 Mar./43 Course #71, Air Bombers, having an original intake of 56 R.A.F. and subsequent 54graduates was posted as follows on completion of course of instruction at this unit: 10 R.A.F. to #4A.O.S. London, 0nt,; 22 R.A.F. to #1 A.O.S., Malton, Ont.; 22 R.A.F. to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton, Alta. Two trainees failed course for medical reasons and were posted to #1 "M" Depot, Toronto andrecommended for ground crew duties.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 7 hours NIGHT - Nil

15 Mar./43 Flight Lieutenant G.E. Grindlay RAF75693, O.C. G.I.S., appointed to rank of ActingSquadron Leader effective 1 Mar./43.Pilot Officer C.W. Miller J11584 and Pilot Officer A. Crozier NZ4l5749 S.O.S. March 15 reportingto No. 1 "Y" Depot March 30th on overseas posting.A Station Badminton Tournament, including officers, airmen and airwomen was started Mondayevening with very large number of entries.A local station committee has been organized for the collection of funds for the Red CrossCampaign now in progress. The personnel of each section will be canvassed by sub-committees. It is expected that there will be a generous response to this appeal.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY -18 hours 05 minutes NIGHT - Nil

16 Mar./43 Normal Station Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY -11 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 5 minutes

17 Mar./43 An accident occurred to Anson aircraft #7400 at approximately 0130 hours March 17thwhen pilot, returning from routine Bombing exercise overshot runway and before momentum couldbe checked aircraft hit fence, crossed the road, and ran into another fence. Pilot and two studentwere uninjured but aircraft was seriously damaged. Pilot's log book was endorsed and Summary ofEvidence being taken.Flight Lieutenant E.R. Borgal C6593, Armament Officer, potted to this unit from #2 W.S. Calgary.A St. Patrick's Day dance was held in the Station Drill Hall for all airmen and airwomen of the rankof

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17 Mar./43 Corporal and below. Lady guests had been invited through the Lethbridge Hostess Clubfor the occasion. A gaily decorated hall, good orchestra and supper served in the airmen's added tothe success of the event which was well attended by a large crowd.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY -19 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - Nil

18 Mar./43 Normal Station Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 40 minutes

19 Mar./43 Flight Lieutenant A.R. Knight C3226, Aerodrome Control Officer, posted to this unitfrom #4 T.C. Calgary on reposting from Gandar Bay, Newfoundland.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 4 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 10 minutes

20 Mar./43 A dance was held in the Officers' Mess Saturday evening which was thoroughly enjoyedby members and many friends of the mess.The posting of Course #71 Air Bombers amended to read as follows: 19 airmen to #1 A.O.S.Malton, Ont.; 20 to #2 A.O.S. Edmonton, Alta.; 5 to #4 A.O.S. London, Ont. The remaining airmento be held at this unit until April 3 at which time they will be posted to #5 A.O.S. Winnipeg.Course #51 W.A.G. (2 R.A.A.F., 4 R.N.Z.A.F., and 13 R.C.A.F.) posted to this unit from #3 W.S.Winnipeg commencing course of instruction Mar. 22nd.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - Nil

21 Mar./43 The usual R.C. and Protestant Church Parades were held Sunday morning. Mr. Stroud,well known tenor on a tour of western cities, gave a recital of religious music at the ProtestantService.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 12 hours 35 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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22 Mar./43 Flying Officer M.W. MacDonald C5264, Admin. Officer, posted from #2 F.I.S. Vulcanreporting March 22nd. He will assume position of Adjutant of G.I.S.

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Lieutenant R.B. Campbell, Canadian Dental Corps, appointed to rank of Captain effective 13Feb./43.The staff of the Station Ground Instructional School and Air Training Wing and their friends had avery enjoyable time at a dance held in Lethbridge Monday evening.Flight Lieutenant I.C. Elliott C5167, Armament Officer, reported at this unit on posting from #4 B.& G. School, Fingal.Course #78 (formerly #76) held at this unit from March 6th commenced training this date.Pilot Officer D.A. Fontana J23282 on posting from #3 F.I.S. Arnprior and Pilot Officer A.W. MooreJ230l4 on posting from No. 7 S.F.T.S. Macleod reported to this unit March 22 and will be employedas Staff Pilots.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - Nil

23 Mar./43 Squadron Leader C. Stark C11392 paid an official visit to No. 8 B. & G. on inspectionof equipment held on charge and issuable at this unit.Flit. Lt. Jenkins C4304 arrived on temporary duty from Calgary March 22 and proceeded to Macleodby air l400 hours March 24. As Command Fire prevention Officer he inspected all fire fightingequipment and made recommendations on ways in which fire hazards could be minimized at thisunit.The balance of Course #48 W.A.G. reporting back to this unit March 20 following their graduationand subsequent two weeks leave were posted to stations as follows: 2 R.C.A.F., 1 R.N.Z.A.F., 1R.A.F. to #9 A.O.S., St. Johns, P.Q.; 2 R.C.A.F. to #10 A.O.S. Chatham, N.B.; 3 R.C.A.F., 1 R.A.F.to #8 A.O.S. Ancienne Lorette, Que.Flight Lieutenant J. Ryrie C3080 proceeded on temporary duty to Trenton to attend an AdvancedEquipment Course at Composite Training School.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 12 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

24 Mar./43 Course #49 Air Gunners (comprising 24 R.C.A.F. of original intake from #3 W.S.Winnipeg and 2 R.C.A.F. transferred from Course #48 for medical reasons) commencing instructionFeb. 22, graduated this date and

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24 Mar./43 received their Air Gunner badge from the Commanding Officer, Group Captain M.D.Lister at Wings Parade held at l600 March 24 on Station Parade Ground. There were 25 graduatesand one airman transferred to Course #50 for medical reasons.An identification bracelet was presented to R161697 LAC Scherbarth, A.O. for obtaining highesttraining marks at this unit. He also received an engraved silver bullet for highest air firing scores atNo. 8 B. & G. R58392 Sgt. Deacon, W. S. headed the class for highest marks on combined trainingas received at various schools.The posting of Course #49 was as follows: 15 posted to Western Air Command reporting #32O.T.U. Patricia Bay April 3; 10 (remainder of course) granted leave reporting this unit April 3rdpending further instructions from D.A.P.S. R58393 Sgt. Deacon, W.S., R166713 Sgt. Clark, F. S.and R166788 Sgt. Fulton, R.W. were subsequently granted commissions effective this date.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 15 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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25 Mar./43 The bridge built by the R.C.A.F. across the St. Mary's River about eight miles from #8B. & G. on the road leading to the unit bombing and firing range was badly damaged by an ice jamwhich occurred after several days of milder weather as the river began to break up. The centresection of the bridge was carried away but it is expected that a temporary structure will be erected inorder that the range crew may be transported to their place of duty and normal bombing schedulesmay be resumed.W301866 Sgt. Cameron, M., one of the original W.D. Admin. Corporals to arrive at this unit with adetachment of airwomen 8th June/42, on receiving a commission was posted to O.T.C. CompositeTraining School, TorontoMaximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - nil

26 March/43 Pilot Of Lysander aircraft #2360 made a forced landing at aerodrome at Cutbank,Montana, U.S.A. 1500 hours Mar. 25th due to engine failure. Neither pilot nor Sgt. Pilot, flying aspassenger, were injured and aircraft reported undamaged.

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26 Mar./43 Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 7 hours 35 minutes NIGHT - Nil

27 Mar./43 Normal routine was carried on throughout the day. A plan was put into effect wherebysmall scale gunnery schedules were carried out, the drogue ships dropping the used drogues at adesignated point on the flying field at this unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 13 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - Nil

28 Mar./43 The normal Sunday schedule, Roman Catholic and Protestant Church Services beingheld in the morning at 0800 and 1100 hours respectively.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 6 hours 05 minutes NIGHT - Nil

29 Mar./43 The following airman were S.O.S. of this unit March 29 reporting at No. 1 “Y” Depot,Halifax April 12th for overseas draft: 2 Instrument Mechanics, 3 Electricians, 5 Armourers (Guns).Two W.D. Clerk Generals S.O.S. reporting to Air Force headquarters April 3rd pending repostingon overseas draft.The Range Crew were ferried across the river by boat and temporary living accommodation hasbeen arranged at the quadrants to enable normal training schedules to be carried on without furtherdelay.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - nil NIGHT - Nil

30 Mar./43 Wing Commander D.R. Easton C4172, Command P.M.O., visited this unit to make abrief review of medical arrangements and facilities.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 14 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - 2 hours 15 minutes.

31 Mar./43 Squadron Leader K.F.Leichnitz C1852, Command Signals Officer, arrived on temporaryduty for the purpose of supervising the final signals examination for Course #50 W.A.G. and also toreview W/T reports, returns and publications etc, on charge at this Unit.The following is a brief summary of sports activities throughout the winter months: A #8 B. & G.men's basketball team was entered in the southern Alberta Senior Amateur League which, with the

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exception of the Raymond "Jacks”, former Western Canada Champion, consisted of service teamfrom Macleod, Pearce, Vulcan and Claresholm. In the final play-off the team placed 53th. Thedecidedly outclassed team never failed to play a keen game and it is felt that through these sportsactivities general inter-station good will and co-operation is greatly enhanced.

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31 Mar./43 The #8 B. & G. W.D. Basketball team played in the Lethbridge Senior Girls Leaguewhich included three city teams from the Y.M.C.A., Collegiate and Teachers’ Association ofLethhridge. The W.D. team held second place in the series and third in the play-offs. The team hasshowed great enthusiasm and besides the league games have challenged various teams of personnelin training at this unit.The #8 B. & G. "Lethbridge Bombers" under the management of Squadron Leader J.M. Lees, SMO,of this unit entered in the Services Senior Alberta Hockey league playing a total of 24 games againstthe Calgary Army (Currie Team). Calgary R.C.A.F. (Mustangs), Red Deer Amy (Wheelers). Theseries opened Dec. 2 and concluded Feb. 28, the Curries team ultimately heading the league.The Lethbridge Bombers gave an exceptionally good account of themselves on every game. Theywere greatly outclassed in man to man comparison by the two Calgary clubs, each of which had 5N.H.L. players on their teams besides an ample reserve of outstanding Senior talent. The Bombershad 1 N.H.L. player and a shortage of players had to be contended with throughout the season butunder the coaching of AC2 Slobodzian and the persistenet drive of every member of the team andAC2 Slobodzian, AC2 Boesch and AC2 Gray in particular the Bombers placed third with 18 pointsas against 26, and 39 points of the Mustangs and Currie Teams respectively. AC2 Boesch,defenceman was voted the outstanding player in the league and was awarded the Gordon EfficiencyMedal.Several badminton and ping pong tournaments have been held at various times and arrangementswere made to use the Lethbridge arena one night a week in conjunction with one of the PrivateSkating Clubs.Several Boxing Meets of some note have been held and entries from numerous other stationsparticipating.Fencing, boxing, wrestling, badminton and basketball instruction are available each evening and arevery well received.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 14 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - 4 hours

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31 Mar./43STRENGTH AS AT THE THIRTY-FIRST OF MARCH, 1943 OFFICERS 72 AIRMEN 754 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 164 TRAINEES 242 - 1235 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. OTHER RANKS 5

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C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 TOTAL 114 - 1349 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 26 TOTAL 28 - 1377

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE:

BOLINGBROKE IVT 23 ANSON II 42 LYSANDER III 17 HARVARD II 1 BATTLE I 50 Total 133

TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF MARCH: 2643 hours 35 minutes.

M.D. Lister G/C (M.D. Lister) Group Captain Commanding Officer, No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alta.

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1 Apr./43 STRENGTH AS AT 1 OF APRIL, 1943: R.C.A.F.ST

OFFICERS 69 AIRMEN 726 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 164 TRAINEES 90 - 1052 R.A.F. OFFICERS 5 AIRMEN 23 TRAINEES 182 - 1262

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OFFICERS 1 AIRMEN 4 TRAINEES 60 - 1327

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AIRMEN 1 TRAINEES 34 - 1364 R.C.A.S.C. OFFICERS 1 R.C.A.S.C. AIRMEN 5 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 - 1478

#124 FERRY SQUADRON OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 26 - 1506

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1 Apr./43 Two Staff Pilots - Pilot Officer F.R. Farr (J22768) and Pilot Officer W.M. Walker(J21276) T.O.S. on posting from No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank, Sask.The final figure shown at completion of Red Cross Campaign was $950.00 donated by personnel ofthis Unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - 2 hours 45 minutes.

2 Apr./43 Squadron Leader J.C. Byers (C2152) arrived on Temporary Duty from No. 4 TrainingCommand to supervise transfer of Pay and Allowance Accounts from the charge of Flying OfficerG.W. Brown (C9787) on posting to Western Air Command Vancouver, reporting April 5th forreposting.

All personnel of G.I.S. paraded Friday afternoon with No. 7 S.F.T.S. band in attendance forpresentation of Wings to Course #50 W.AG.s by Group Captain M.D. Lister. Following theceremony tea was served in the Legion Hut to the graduates, their friends and officers of the staff.Course #50 commenced training 8th March/43 with 16 R.A.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F. (transferred fromCourse #49) student Air Gunners. Of this number all graduated and were subsequently posted tounits as follows: - l4 R.A.A.F. to #32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay effective lst May; remainder (2 R.A.A.F.and 1 R.C.A.F.) to North American Base for reposting to #111 O.T.U., Nassua, effective 1st May. Commissions were granted to AUS418213 Sgt. Walker, R.M. and AUS418163 Sgt. Newnham, J.H.effective 5th April/43. Sgt. Walker received the silver identity bracelet and also engraved silverbullet for attaining highest training marks and best gunnery scores at this unit. Owing to the time

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between date of graduation and effective date of posting arrangements have been made for theseSergeant Air Gunners to report back to this Unit for a further ten days practical training prior to 1stMay.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 12 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - Nil

3 Apr./43 Course #52 W.A.G.s, consisting of 16 R.A.A.F. T.O.S. of this unit 3rd April from #2Wireless School, Calgary, commencing training 5th April.Flight Lieutenant P.M. Hale (C3880) ceased to be on Temporary Duty on returning from ArmamentCourse at R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View, Ont.Wing Commander G.R.F. Gross (C182), Chief Instructor at this Unit, was posted on TemporaryDuty to No. 1 “Y” Depot, and will proceed overseas on a three months tour of inspection.Pilot Officer J.M. Swanson T.O.S. from #2 Wireless School, as Staff Pilot at this Unit.

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3 Apr./43 The Provincial Boxing Championships were held in the Lethbridge Arena April 2nd and3rd, the meet being sponsored by the Kinsmen's Club with the assistance of No. 8 B. & G. Schoolwho undertook to look after the accommodation, training and other necessary arrangements for Airforce personnel who entered in the event from various Alberta units. The meet was very wellpatronized by this Station and an arrangement had been made whereby a certain percentage of thenet profits would be handed over to Station funds for the construction of suitable sports field whichwould total approximately $350.00.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 5 hours NIGHT - Nil

4 Apr./43 The Hostess House formerly opened in Lethbridge for the use of W.D. personnel underthe auspices of the Auxiliary Services has now been made available for use of all Station personnel. It is felt that through their generosity and interest the citizens of Lethbridge have made a very greatcontribution to the welfare of the airmen and airwoman.For the coming spring and summer season a sports program for station activities is now being drawnup including Soccer, Baseball, Softball (R.C.A.F W.D.). Cricket Teams for inter-section andinter-station competition.Flying Officer F.D. Merrill (C8712) T.O.S. from #15 S.F.T.S. and assumes position of Link TrainerInstructor from Flying Officer G.A.W. Gessell (C8873) posted to #33 E.F.T.S., Caron, Sask.R150666 LAC Ruts, E.W. was seriously injured Sunday afternoon when thrown from rear of firetruck during emergency run to the flying field to extinguish a grass fire. He was admitted to Stationhospital with fracture of skull.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 20 minutes

5 Apr./43 Squadron Leader G.E. Grindlay, M.B.E. (GB75693) assumes duties of Chief Instructorduring the absence of Wing Commander G.R.F. Gross (C182) on Temporary Duty overseas. FlightLieutenant K.K. Smith (C4435) assumes Temporary Command of the Ground Instructional Schoolfrom Squadron Leader Grindlay during the same period.

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5 Apr./43 Course #79 Air Bombers consisting of a total of 48 airmen (31 R.C.A.F., 15 R.A.F., 1

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R.N.Z.A.F., and 1 R.A.A.F.) reporting from various units ( #2 I.T.S., #7 I.T. S., 4 I.T.S. and #1Reselection Centre, #2 “M” Depot, and #3 Depot) T.O.S. this unit and commenced training 5thApril on posting from #3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, Man.Flight Officer R.E. Foster (C30045) arrived on Temporary Duty from No. 4 Training Command tointerview and make a confidential survey of general attitude of W.D. personnel serving at Air Forceunits within the command.Course #52 W.A.G. having an intake of 16 R.A.A.F. commenced training 5th April on posting from#2 Wireless School, Calgary, Alta.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours NIGHT - 7 hours 20 minutes

6 Apr./43 Five Standard General Duties struck off strength on posting to No. “Y” Depot anoverseas draft effective 6th April reporting 20th April.Flying Officer R.E. Ayres (C2538) arrived on Temporary Duty from #l4 “X” Depot, Regina and willassume position of Officer i/c Clothing Stores in the absence of Flight Lieutenant J. Ryrie posted toadvanced Equipment Course at Trenton.Assistant Section Officer E.C. Gershaw (V30245) T.O.S. from #10 Repair Depot, Calgary, onexchange posting with A.S.O. E.J. Campbell, Messing Officer, posted to #10 Repair Depot, Calgary,12th April.The final disposition of the balance of Course #49 W.A.G. which graduated 24 March was asth

follows: 6 airmen to #32 O.T.U., Patricia Bay, effective l6th April and 4 airmen to #2 A.O.S.,Edmonton effective 6th April - to be granted two weeks leave prior to reporting date.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 10 minutes

7 Apr./43 A letter was received by the Commanding Officer from the Principal of the Baronsconsolidated School in appreciation of the co-operation given in arranging for an R.C.A.F. plane tofly over the town and drop a flag as a salute to the School showing the distinction of winning theWar Savings drive in the month of March.Wing Commander D.R. Easton (C4172) Command P.M.O. and Squadron Leader A.W. Farmer(C14763) from Air Force Headquarters visited this unit for the purpose of reviewing surgicalarrangements available in cases of emergency.

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8 Apr./43 Sections 4 - 44 of the Air Force Act were read by Officers of Headquarters, Maintenanceand Air Training Wing during muster parades held April 8th and 9th.A formal dinner m held in the Officers' Mess Thursday evening, officers being entertained afterdinner by a light entertainment provided by W.D. personnel.Air Vice-Marshal G.R. Howsam, M.C. Air Officer Commanding, No. 4 Training Command, andSquadron Leader O'Brian arrived at this unit by air from Calgary at 1400 hours and departed 2100hours April 9th. During his visit he made an inspection of sections and station grounds.Flying Officer T.M. Smith (J9I87) Staff Pilot, T.O.S. from Test and Development Establishment,R.C.A F. Station, Rockcliffe.Five airmen proceeded to #15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm to take part in Boxing and Wrestling Meet.

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The following airmen were posted overseas April 8th reporting at #1 “Y” Depot 22nd April: 13Airframe Mechanics, 10 Aero Engine Mechanics and 3 Metal Workers.Twelve Anson aircraft of navigation Flight from No. 2 A.O.S., Edmonton, landed at this field atmidnight for refueling and returned again to their home unit.An accident occurred on the Station Aerodrome at 1845 hours, April 8th when Lysander #2442returning from routine drogue operation, having landed, was taxiing towards the aerodrome whenthe aircraft started to ground loop. Due to a technical brake failure the pilot was unable to checkthis and being caught in a cress wind the aircraft tipped to the left causing serious damage to portwing. Neither pilot nor drogue operator, occupants of the plane, were injured. No blame is attachedto the pilot as a result of this accident.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 30 minutes

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9 Apr./43 Six Pilot Officers, Air Bomber Instructors, T.O.S. on posting from course at R.C.A.F Station, Mountain View, Ont.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 3 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

10 Apr./43 All station personnel have been placed on a six pool Duty Watch system, effective thisdate.Squadron Leader C.C.M. Hilditch A502 of the Australian Air Force Liaison Mission visited this unitto make a surrey of progress and general welfare of Australian airmen under training in Air Bomberand Wireless Air Gunner Courses.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - Nil

11 Apr./43 Roman Catholic Church Parade conducted by Honorary Flight Lieutenant W.J. Cassidy(C20790) was held at 0800 hours and the Protestant Parade at 1100 hours conducted by HonoraryFlight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C11405).Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 15 minutes

12 Apr./43 Flying Officer M.N.F. McRae (Nursing Sister) (C9631) S.O.S. on posting to #2Wireless School, Calgary.The Y.M.C.A. badminton club of Lethbridge challenged players of #8 B. & G. in a tournament to beplayed in the Station Drill Hall Monday evening.The Technical Stores of Equipment Section are being moved to a new and more suitable buildingwhich should facilitate administration and efficiency of this section to a marked degree.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - Nil

13 Apr./43 Squadron Leader T.C. Anderson (C2682), Command Aeronautical Engineer, came tothis station for the purpose of discussing engineering and maintenance problems.Squadron Leader G.M. Hamilton C3833, Command Auxiliary Services Officer, made an inspectionof the W.D. Canteen, Airmen's Canteen and other recreational facilities for the purpose ofsubmitting a report and requesting a grant to cover expenses incurred by furnishing these buildingssuitably.Flying Officer G.R. Henry (C9298) taken on strength from Sea Island, replacing Flying Officer G.W.

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13 Apr./43 Flying Officer M.P. McDonald (C7732), Nursing Sister, T.O.S. from #2 WirelessSchool, Calgary, replacing Flying Officer M.M.F. McRae (C9631).Slight damage was caused to Anson Aircraft #728 at approximately 2015 hours 13th April/43 whenpilot returning from completed bombing exercise flew low over an area about ten miles south-westof aerodrome and in doing so clipped the tops with port wing. The aircraft returned to the airportwithout difficulty. A summary of Evidence is being taken. No injury was sustained by either thepilot or two Air Bomber students.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours NIGHT - 8 hours 10 minutes

14 Apr./43 On authority of Air Force Headquarters the length of Air Bomber courses has beenincreased from eight to 12 weeks , commencing with Course #73, and that of Wireless Air Gunnersfrom four to eight weeks commencing with Course #51 beginning instruction at this unit 22ndMarch.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 14 hours NIGHT - 6 hourd 50 minutes

15 Apr./43 On Thursday evening a radio broadcast was made from this station over C.J.O.C. when ashort variety program, starring airmen and airwomen of this unit, was staged in the Recreation Hallunder the direction of two Sergeants from No. 4 Training Command loaned from Air ForceHeadquarters for special services work in connection with entertainment and publicity. Thebroadcast was an outstanding success and was later transmitted over C.B.C. from recording madeduring the program.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 7 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - 4 hours 30 minutes

16 Apr./43 A board of officers composed of Squadron Leader R.E. Norman (C1543) (Equip.), #8 B.& G. School, Flight Lieutenant M.K. Young (C5877) (Med.) #8 B. & G. School, and FlightLieutenant A.M. Paull (C6934) (W. & B.), #4 Training Command assembled at this unit by order ofthe Air Officer Commanding for the purpose of taking over the contract for the supply andinstallation of Steam Heating System in various new buildings and extension to buildings already inuse, from the contractor, Lockerbie and Hole, Ltd., Edmonton, Alta.Wing Commander H. Pollard (C1143) and flying Officer R. Kerr (C20500), both of Air ForceHeadquarters

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16 Apr./43 payed an official visit to this unit to consult with the O.C. Flying on matters pertainingto aircraft accidents and investigations.Squadron Leader D. B. Rees (C3190) of #3 A.O.S., Pearce, visited this unit for the purpose ofinspecting and discussing proposed ground improvement shortly to be started under direction of the"Landscaping Committee" for the general beautification of station grounds.Group Captain H.B. Godwin (C99), Director of Signals, from Air Force Headquarters made aninspection of signals operations and facilities at this unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 20 minutes

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17 Apr./43 Twenty-four airmen (7 R.N.Z.A.F., and 17 R.C.A.F.) of course #53 W.A.G., T.O.S.from #3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, and will commence training April 19th.Flight Lieutenant I.C. Nelson (C7140) (Armament), O.C. of Wireless Air Gunner Courses in GroundInstructional School, S.O.S. this unit effective this date reporting to #1 "Y" Depot May 3rd onoverseas posting.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - nil

18 Apr./43 The usual Protestant and R.C. Church Parades were held Sunday morning in theRecreation Hall.Sunday evening Station personnel were entertained by the Canadian Corps Capers, a voluntaryconcert troupe from Calgary, comprised of 25 ex-service men or their sons and daughters who tourvarious stations in Command entertaining the Services. The entertainment was greatly appreciatedand it is hoped that at a future date further concerts of this sort may be arranged.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - Nil

19 Apr./43 Forty-seven airman (25 R.A.A.F., 18 R.A.F. and 4 R.C.A.F.) T.O.S. of this unit andcommenced course of instruction as Course #80 Air Bombers on posting from #17 S.F.T.S. Souris, Manitoba.Twenty-four airmen (17 R.C.A.F., 7 R.N.Z.A.F.) reported to this unit and began training as course#53 W.A.G.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 50 minutes

20 Apr./43 Pilot Officer R.R, Fisk (C11909), P.T. A Drill Officer, appointed to rank of FlyingOfficer effective 29th Nov./42.Air Vice-Marshal L.S. Breadner, D.S.C. Chief of the Air Staff, accompanied by Air Vice MarshalN.R.

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20 Apr./43 Anderson (C40), Honorary Aide-de-Campe to his Excellency the Governor-General,arrived at this unit at 1330 hours April 20th in Lockheed Aircraft #1531 on westward flight fromWinnipeg and departed at 0830 hours April 21st for Vancouver. During his visit he was inconference with the Commanding Officer on certain secret matters.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 7 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

21 Apr./43 A Rifle Team from this unit has been entered in the Command Shoot and it isanticipated that they will make a good showing against teams from other stations.The R.C.A.S.C. Supply Depot has been disbanded at this unit and Lieutenant J. Burt-Johnstransferred to the Headquarters staff at the Internment Camp in the vicinity of Lethbridge fromwhich Main Supply Depot #8 B. & G. School will in future draw necessary rations, daily.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 2 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

22 Apr./43 A class of 58 deferred aircrew were posted to this Unit from #3 "M" Depot, reportingthis date and will be employed in various duties about the station.A formal dance was held in the gaily decorated Officers' Mess Thursday 22nd April when officers,their wives and friends gathered for an evening of entertainment.

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Flight Lieutenant J.T. Taylor (C2193), Senior Administrative Officer, appointed to the rank ofActing Squadron Leader effective 1st April/43.Flight Lieutenant P. Melling (C23190), Medical Officer, posted to this unit from No. 4 TrainingCommand to fill vacancy on hospital establishment on posting of Squadron Leader J.M. Lees(C4052) to #3 "M" Depot, effective 27 April. Flight Lieutenant M.K. Young .C5877) will assumeth

position of Senior Medical Officer of this unit as a result of this posting.Flying Officer A.T. French (C23672), Armament Officer, posted to this unit from #4 TrainingCommand.

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22 Apr./43 Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 11 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - Nil

23 Apr./43 All Station personnel, with the exception of Duty Watch which maintained a skeletonstaff in sections were granted a 24 hour pass on Good Friday. Those on duty will be granted leaveof absence on Easter Monday.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - Nil NIGHT - Nil

24 Apr./43 The Air Officer Commanding No. 4 Training Command, - Air Vice-Marshal G.R.Howsam, M.C., accompanied by Wing Commander C.G. Beveridge (C1384) and Squadron LeaderT.W. O'Brien (C2271) arrived at this Unit at l400 hours Saturday afternoon in Lockheed aircraft#7649 from Calgary. Together with the Commanding Officer & the Victory Loan Committee,Colonel L. Ponton de Arce and other American Officers who arrived from Great Falls, Montana in afamous Flying Fortress aircraft, (the first ever to land at this field) proceeded to Lethbridge to takepart in a ceremony before the City Hall in which this community and its citizens pledged themselvesto whole hearted support of the Victory Loan drive. In the evening a rally was held in the Cityarena in which both the R.C.A.F. and American officers participated.Flying Officer ''Buzz" Beurling was at this unit for a short time on Saturday between flights onT.C.A.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - Nil

25 Apr./43 Easter Sunday Church Service for Roman Catholic personnel was held in theRecreation Hall at 0800 hours and the Protestant personnel paraded at O915 hours. The Service wasconducted by Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty assisted by the Lethbridge Choir who presented a choralservice.The visiting American officers left this station when the Flying Fortress aircraft took off at 1130hours on return flight to Great Falls, Montana.Air Vice Marshall G.R. Howsam, M.C. (C33) returned to Calgary by air at 1300 hours Sunday.Sunday evening Senator Buchanan and Mr. A.G. Baslim, two prominent Lethbridge citizens, spoketo station personnel in the Recreation Hall during an intermission in the show, in connection withthe individual responsibility of service personnel in the current Victory Loan Drive.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 11 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - Nil

26 Apr./43 By order of Air Vice-Marshal G.R. Howsam, M.C., Air Officer Commanding No. 4Training Command, the detail of officers mentioned below assembled at #8 B. & G. School at 1000hours April 26th/43 for the purpose of

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26 Apr./43 trying the accused person R94986 Flight Sergeant (Acting Warrant Officer SecondClass) John Daniel Moyer, on the following charge: "W.O.A.S. is charged with AN ACT TO THEPREJUDICE OF GOOD ORDER AND AIR FORCE DISCIPLINE in that he at the City of MedicineHat, Alberta, on the third day of April, while pilot of His Majesty's Aircraft, Anson #7387, did flylow the said aircraft contrary to Sec. 1 Para. 25, C.A.P.100 - Sec. 40 A.F.A."President - W.C. M. Brown (C1267), #7 S.F.T.S., Macleod; Members - S.L. A.E. Mix (C2432), #4T.C.H.Q., Calgary, and F.L. A.L. Hutchinson (J3261, #15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm; Waiting Member -F.L. C.R. Thompson (J4892), #7 S.F.T.S., Macleod; Judge Advocate - S.L. A.C. McClaskey(C3170), No. 4 T.C.H.A., Calgary; Prosecutor - F.L. A.A. Cattanach (C8471), No. 4 T.C.H.Q.,Calgary; Defending Officer - F.L. D.A. Lane (C5605), #8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge.The Fourth Victory Loan Campaign commenced April 27th. To the committee consisting ofOfficers and N.C.O’s in all section, and to the Chairman, Squadron Leader J.T. Taylor (C2193) wewish every success. Our quota - $35,000.00.Group Captain M.D. Lister, Commanding Officer of this Unit, has been appointed head of theSouthern Alberta Victory Loan Committee during the present campaign.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 1 hour 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

27 Apr./43 Flying Officer H. McNeil (J11320), Staff Pilot at this unit, posted to Course at No. 12Communication Squadron, Ottawa, effective April 27th.Pilot Officer J.H. Brough (C12374), Aeronatuical Engineer, S.O.S. on posting to School ofAeronautical Engineering.The Australian Protestant and R.C. Padres accompanied by S.L. E.B. Howard (C1813), CommandR.C. Chaplain arrived by plane from #4 Training Command at 1400 hours and returned to Calgaryagain at 1500 hours by Air. In conjunction with the R.C. and Protestant Padres at this unit theyformulated plans for effective liaison work with Australian airmen in training under the BritishCommonwealth Air Training Plan.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hour 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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28 Apr./43 Normal Station Routine.Ten airmen, graduates of Course #51, W.A.G.s, were flown to Calgary Wednesday morning to takepart in Victory Loan Parade held at Mewata Park and receive Wings in conjunction with pilots,observers, and navigators in joint graduation ceremony trained under the British Commonwealth AirTraining Plan. This ceremony was attended by many high ranking officials of Navy, Army and AirForce, and units of all three services including C.W.A.C. and R.C.A.F. (W. D.) paraded before alarge gathering of Calgary citizens.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours NIGHT - Nil

29 Apr./43 Squadron Officer K.L. Jeffs (V30102), Chief Messing Officer, from A.F.H.Q, and FlightOfficer M.S. Clark (V30105) Command Messing Officer visited this unit for the purpose ofreviewing the Messing and Staff arrangements in the Officers, Sergeants and Airmen's Messes.Mr. S.L. ReCarteret, Deputy Minister for Air, accompanied by Air Vice-Marshal R.R. Collard,C.B.E. (C1253), Director of Works and Buildings, Wing Commander Jones, Wing Commander

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Kennedy and Flying Officer McAllister paid a brief visit to this station Thursday during a westwardflight by Government Air to Western Air Command. The party accompanied by the CommandingOfficer made a short tour of the Station.The graduation of Course #41 W.A.G. took place on the Station Drill hall at 1600 hours, Thursdayafternoon when the Air Gunner Badges were presented by Group Captain M.D. Lister (Cl68) to the18 (l2 RCAF, 4 RNZAF and 2 RAAF) airmen of this class, all of whom had successfully completedtheir training at this unit. Six flights of personnel from Headquarters, Air Training andMaintenance Wings paraded on this occasion accompanied by the Macleod band. The graduationparade had originally been scheduled to take place in Lethbridge in connection with the VictoryLoan drive but owing to inclement weather this plan had to be cancelled.R167207 Sergeant Johnston, B.E.J. graduated as top man of this course and was presented with asilver identity bracelet. The course was subsequently posted as follows following leave: 2 RAAF, 4 RNZAF, 5 RCAF to #1 C.N.S., Rivers, Man. effective 9th May; 6 RCAF to #3 O.T.U., Patricia Bay,effective l4th May and 1 RCAF to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton, effective 9th May.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hour 35 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 35 minutes

30 Apr./43 Course #54 W.A.G.s consisting of l4 airmen, R.A.A.F., from #2 Wireless School,Winnipeg, T.O.S. this date.Pilot Officer D.S.F. Hunt-Duke GB1319499 R.A.F. Air Bomber Instructor, S.O.S. on posting to #31 B & G.

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30 Apr./43 School, Picton, Ontario, effective this date.Course #73, Air Bombers, (26 RCAF, 3 RAF, 1 RAAF, and 1 RNZAF) completed Course ofInstruction (12 weeks) at this School April 30th and were posted to the following units for furtherinstruction, effective May lst: 2 R.C.A.F. to #5 A.O.S , Winnipeg; 8 R.C.A.F. to #7 A.O.S., Portagela Prairie, Manitoba; 2 R.C.A.F. to #1 C.N.S. , Rivers, Manitoba; 20 R.N.Z.A.F., 13 R.C.A.F., 1R.A.A.F., and 3 R.A.F. to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton, Alta. 1 R.N.Z.A.F. failure posted to #3 RepatriationDepot, Vancouver. (3 R.N.Z.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F.) non-graduates transferred to Course #76 formedical reasons.The training of this course was interrupted for a short time due to the wash-out of the bridge overthe St. Mary's River and subsequent readjustments that had to be made.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - 45 minutes

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIS DATE: Bolingbroke I 1 Bolingbroke IVT 24 Anson II 43 Lysander III 19 Harvard II 1 Canasco Moth 1 Battle I 33

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30 Apr./43 STRENGTH AS AT THIRTIETH OF APRIL, 1943: - R.C.A.F. OFFICERS 77 AIRMEN 794 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 167 TRAINEES 66 - 1107 1107 R.A.F. OFFICERS 5 AIRMEN 18 TRAINEES 179 - 1309

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TRAINEES 23 -1373 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 - 1491 108 #124 FERRY SQUADRON OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 26 - 1519

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1 May/43 Flight Lieutenant J.E. Todd (C9996) proceeded on Temporary Duty to the University ofAlberta Medical Convention May lst returning to this unit 8th May.Flight Lieutenant H.A. Sloan (C7310) (Equipment), Command M.T. Officer, arrived on temporaryduty from #4 T.C, for an official inspection of Unit M.T. Section with retard to administration,maintenance and effective operation of vehicles under the present policy of stringent conservation ofgas and rubber supplies.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - Nil

2 May/43 The R.C. Church parade was held as usual at 0800 hours Sunday morning and theProtestant Personnel paraded to the Recreation Hall for service conducted by H/Flight LieutenantW.K. Batty C11405 at 1145 hours in his last service to be held on this Station. After carrying outduties as unit Padre (P) for the past year he will now proceed overseas reporting at Halifax onoverseas draft effective 21st May.

Course #81 Air Bombers consisting of 25 R.C.A.F., 11 R.A.F., 8 R.N.Z.A.F., and 4 R.A.A.F. (total48) posted to this unit from #3 Manning Depot, Edmonton and #1 Reselection Centre, Trenton,commencing training 3rd May/43.Assistant Section Officer A.K. Lyons (V30421)( Admin) T.O.S. of this unit from #4 T.C, Calgary,under instruction in administration duties.Pilot Officer P.L. Bodwell (J20910), Air Bomber Instructor, posted to #36 S.F.T.S., Penhold ontemporary duty for purpose of instructing members of the University Air Training Corps in a twoweeks course to be conducted at that unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - 5 hours 50 minutes

3 May/43 Graduates of Course #51 W.A.G. -1 R.N.Z.A.F., NZ422459 Sgt. Hammersly, H. and 2R.C.A.F., R1672O7 Sgt. Johnston, B.E.J, and R69206 Sgt. Simpson, R.L., granted commissionseffective 3rd May.13 R.A.F. of Course #54 W.A.G. T.O.S. of this unit from #2 Wireless School, Calgary, commencingtraining 3 May.rd

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3 May/43 Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 22 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 5 hours 10minutes

4 May/43 Wing Commander S.G. Cowan (C158), Senior Equipment Officer from Command,together with Mr. Church, a Member of the Staff of Deputy Minister for Air, paid a visit to this unitto discuss matter relative to the procuring and handling of equipment both from a technical andeconomic viewpoint.Wing Commander C.G. Beveridge (C1384), Flight Lieutenant R.O. L'Ami (C4389) and Pilot OfficerJ.K. Ringland (J23349) arrived at this unit l400 hours 4th May by air from #4 T.C. to discuss mattersregarding the Fourth Victory Loan Drive with the Commanding Officer and officials of the

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Lethbridge Campaign Committee.Arrangements have been made with various clubs in town to place golfing, riding, and swimmingfacilities open to service personnel during the summer months at a very low cost.The Y.M.C.A. has given over the use of their swimming pool to service personnel four mornings andfour evenings a week free of charge.Inter-section and inter-course softball and soccer games are being played nightly as weather permits.The station Rifle Club which shoots at the city range three nights a week holds a monthlycompetition for individual marksmanship open to all personnel - the winner shooting the best of 15targets during the month is presented with the individual cup and holds the Station Shield bearing hisname for the same period of time.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 22 hours 45 minutes NIGHT 1 hour

5 May/43 By order of Air Vice-Marshal G.R. Howsam, M. C., A.O.C. #4 T.C., the detail of officersmentioned below assembled at #8 B. & G. School at 1000 hours 5th May for the purpose of trying theaccused. Pilot Officer P. Wagner GB81806l, by District Court-Martial on the following charges -"W.O.A.S. is charged with an Act to the Prejudice of Good Order and Air Force Discipline in that he(l) on the 13th day of April did negligently fly one of his Majesty's aircraft in such a manner that itcame into contact with an object on the ground, thereby causing damage to the aircraft to the amountof $39.75 (2) wrongfully flew the said aircraft at an altitude of less than 1000 feet above groundlevel contrary to Section 1, Para. 25 of Flying Regulations of the Royal Canadian Air Force(C.A.P.100): President - G.C. C.R. Keary, #39 S.F.T.S., Swift Current, Sask.; Members - S.L. W.C.Turner R.A.F. (40578), #37 S.F.T.S., Calgary, Alta.: S.L. A.D. Forster, DFC R.A.F. (90290) #36S.F.T.S. Penhold, Alta. and S.L. A.E. Mix, R.C.A.F. (C2432) #4 Training Command Headquarters,Calgary, and S.L. E.L. Hancock, R.A.FF..

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5 May/43 (70278), #34 S.F.T.S., Medicine Hat, Alta.; Waiting Members - S.L. R.R, Livermore,(C896), #15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm, Alta., F.L. T.V. Hamlin, R.A.F. (70911), #32 E.F.T.S. , Bowden,Alta.; Judge Advocate - S.L. A.C. McClaskey, R.C.A.F. (C3179), #4 Training CommandHeadquarters, Calgary, Alta.; Prosecutr - F.L. A.A. Cattanach, R.C.A.F. (C3471) #4 TrainingCommand Headquarters, Calgary, Alta.; Defending Officer - F.L. D.A. Lane, R.C.A.F. (C5605), #8 B.& G. School, Lethbridge, Alta.Squadron Leader G.N. Hamilton (C3833) Command Auxiliary Service Officer arrived on TemporaryDuty 5th May and made an official review in conjunction with the Commanding Officer, UnitAdministrative Officer, P.T. & Drill Officer and Auxiliary Services Officer of sports andentertainment facilities on the station and else in the City of Lethbridge. The W.D. Canteen is beingremodelled and on completion will fill a very great need in the service lives of the 180 airwomennow on strength of this unit.Return from Victory Loan drive as at 1700 hours 5th May - total $47,650.Five Aero Engine Mechanics and four Armourers (Guns) struck off strength of this unit effective 5thMay, reporting at #1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, 19th May on overseas draft.Fifty-seven pre-aircrew (I.T.S. ) currently held at this unit on useful employment S.O.S. on posting to#19 S.F.T.S. Vulcan.Wing Commander C.F. Falkenberg, DFC, (C363), Command Senior Organization Officer, arrived ontemporary duty 5th May and conferred with the Commanding Officer on matter relative to unit

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strength and establishment.A category "A" crash occurred on the Station aerodrome at approximately 1630 hours, 5th May whenpilot, returning from routine gunnery exercise in Bolingbroke #10118, overshot the field and inattempting to gain altitude and make another circuit stalled engine causing aircraft to spin to the rightlanding partially on nose and wing tip. Despite the extent of damage to the aircraft the GunneryInstructor and two student Air Bombers were uninjured in accident. The pilot sustained slightinjuries in being cut about the head. Immediate action is being taken to investigate circumstancessurrounding the accident.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 13 hours 30 minutes NIGHT 5 hours

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6 May/43 On instructions from #4 T.C. radio messages will no longer be sent from this unit and thewireless circuit is to be considered only as a standbye in case of emergency - the sending of messagesnow to be distributed between commercial telegraph and point to point.Squadron Leader J.C. Gray (C2662) from Air Force Headquarters visited this unit 6th and 7th May todiscuss matters regarding accommodation as provided in Officers', Senior N.C.O.s, W.D. and otherranks' quarters relative to increasing strength of this unit.Flying Officer R. Kerr (C20500) arrived on Temporary Duty from #4 Training CommandHeadquarters to inspect Bolingbroke damaged in crash which occurred 5th May and investigatecircumstances surrounding the accident. He proceeded to #32 S.F.T.S., Moose Jaw on completion ofofficial business.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 50 minutes NIGHT 3 hours 50 minutes

7 May/43 A muster parade was held at 0800 hours Friday, 7th May of all personnel of Maintenanceand Air Training Wing at which time R94986 A/WO2 Moyer, J.D. by sentence of DistrictCourt-Martial (confirmed 30th April) was publicly reduced to the rank of Sergeant by theCommanding Officer, Group Captain M.D. Lister, and severely reprimanded under Section 40 A.F.A. for an act "To the Prejudice of Good Order and Air Force Discipline in that he did fly an aircraft at analtitude of less than 1000 feet ever the City of Medicine Hat contrary to flying regulations.An airman's dance sponsored and arranged by N.C.O. personnel of G.I.S. was held in the Drill HallFriday evening. A record crowd of 500 attended including 100 girls from Lethbridge invited throughtthe City Hostess Club. The twelve pice R.C.A.F. Orchestra from Macleod provided music for theoccasion and assisted with the thirty minute floor show held during the evening, starring stationsinging and dancing talent. Supper was served at midnight in the airmen's mess.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 2 hours 45 minutes NIGHT 6 hours 15 minutes

8 May/43 Flying Officer H. Lines (C12080), Equipment Officer of Air Force Headquarters made anof final visit at this unit to work in conjunction with Unit Senior Engineering Officer in establishingpercentage of assemblies and large items returned to stores that would be repairable.On instructions from Air Force Headquarters Pilot Officer R. Cooper(RAF1239328) tried by GeneralCourt-Martial at this unit l4th February/43 for violation of flying regulations was posted to #31 P.D.,Moncton effective 8th May reporting 12th May for return to United Kingdom at earliest opportunity.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours NIGHT - 6 hours 50 minuted.

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I.T.S. Refresher Course.No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank has challenged this unit to bigger and better deeds during the lastweek of Fourth Victory Loan Drive and it is with mounting excitement that the CampaignCommittees, are following up their all ready successful efforts with renewed interest.On Sunday morning eight officers and 250 other ranks paraded in the City of Lethbridge with abattery of Veteran Guards from the Internment Camp accompanied by the Macleod Band andproceeded to Southminister United Church. Despite the inclement weather the parade was a greatsuccess and drew much favourable comment.Service for R.C. personnel was conducted on the Station as usual by H/Flight Lieutenant W.J. Cassidy at 0800 hours. Otherwise normal working routine was carried on throughout the day.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 3 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - Nil

10 May/43 A new Tractor Maintenance course started their six weeks training at Internationalth

Harvester Company this date. The intake for Course #9 was as follows: 2 from Western AirCommand, 6 from #2 Training Command and 4 from #4 Training Command - totaling 12 airmen.The Commanding Officer, Group Captain M.D. Lister (Cl68) - Unit Chief Engineering Officer,Squadron Leader R.F.E. Kempster (C2278); Senior Armament Officer, Flight Lieutenant I.C. Elliott(C5167) on authority of #4 Training Command Headquarters left this unit at l400 hours 10th May byGovernment Air for an official visit to #7 B. & G. School, Paulson and #3 B & G. School, Macdonaldto discuss various problems to be dealt with in air firing training. The party returned to this unit l400hours 12th May having obtained much valuable information in this and other relative matters ofmaintenance and equipment affecting training operations generally.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 11 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 5 hours 15 minutes

11 May/43 Flight Lieutenant J. Ryrie (C3080, equipment, ceased to be on temporary duty onth

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11 May/43 Equipment Course #1 K.T.S. Trenton and will resume duties as Unit Clothing Storesth

Officer.The following rank appointments wore promulgated in unit D.R.O.s: Temporary Flying E.R. Borgal(C6793) appointed to Temporary Flight Lieutenant effective 10th August; Temporary Flying OfficerD.A. Lane (C5605) and Temporary Flying Officer P.M. Hale (03880) appointed to Temporary FlightLieutenant effective 15th August; Temporary Assistant Section Officer M.E. Pullen (V30262)appointed to Temporary Section Officer effective 12th March.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - 5 hours 5 minutes

12 May/43 W304884 LAW B.M. Beck, Equipment Assistant, among one of the first airwomen to beposted to this unit in l5th June/42 has been appointed to commissioned rank and S.O.S. on posting toOfficers' training Course at #2 K.T.S. Toronto.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 05 minutes

13 May/43 The final returns on Victory Loan Drive shown at close of business hours l2th May wereas follows: #2 B. & G. School - $53,000, #8 B. & G. School - $52,750.

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Flight Officer M.S. Clark (V30105), Commanding Messing Officer visited this unit 13th May onroutine inspection. Group Captain S.G. Cowan (C158), Equipment, S.E.S.O., payed an official visitto this Unit 13th May in connection with salvage and shipment of battle aircraft being disposed of atthis Unit. A mobile salvage crane has been sent to this unit to aid in these operations.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 35 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 20 minutes

14 May/43 Two W.O.G.s, 2 Electricians, and 5 A.E.M.S were S.O.S. on overseas posting effective14th May, reporting 15th May.Victory loan returns as at 1700 hours 13th May: #2 B. & G. School - $54,700., #8 B. & G. School -$54,450 - Come on No. 8! !The Commanding Officer proceeded on temporary duty by air to Calgary to take part in conferenceconvened by the A.O.C. to discuss arrangements to be made for visit of H.R.H. Princess Alice and theGovernor General in this Command.Course #52 W.A.G.s consisting of 16 R.A.A.F. taken on strength 5th April from #2 Wireless Schooland commencing instruction that date received their wings from the Acting Chief Instructor,Squadron Leader

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14 May/43 G.E. Grindlay (RAF75693) in a graduation ceremony held on the stat ion parade groundat l600 hours Friday, 17th May. AUS422671 Sgt. Oliver, D.J. graduated as high man on combinedtraining marks and air gunners scores and was presented with engraved identity bracelet and silverbullet. Commissions were subsequently granted to AUS4l8500 Sgt. Buchanan, K. and AUS422480Sgt. Ford, F.E. effective 17th May. Following two weeks leave these Sergeant Air Gunners will reportto the following units: 12 graduates to #5 “M” Depot, Lachine for reposting to #111 O.T.U. Nassau,reporting 1st June; 3 graduates to #32 O.T.U., Patricia Bay, reporting 29th May, 1 airman transferredto Course #55 for medical reasons; nil failures.Course #76 Air Bombers concluded training schedule at this unit this date. Of the 51 airmen (2R.N.Z.A.F., 2 R.C.A.F., and 47 R.A.F.) of original intake 45 completed course of instruction(commencing 22nd Feb.) and were posted to the following units effective 15th May: 35 airmen to #2A.O.S., Edmonton; 3 airmen to #5 A.O.S., Winnipeg; and 7 airmen to #7 A.0. S., Portage la Prairie. 1 R.A.F. failed course of instruction and retained at this unit pending reslection. The followingtransfers were made due to medical reasons: 1 R.A.F. transferred to Course #77, 1 R.A.F. transferredto Course #78, 2 R.A.F, transferred to Course #79, and 1 R.A.F. transferred to Course #80.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 17 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 1 hour

15 May/43 R105822 WO2 Lemmon. W.E. and R54057 WO2 Orthman, L.T., employed on duties asStaff Pilots at this Unit, appointed to rank of Pilot Officer.The final Victory Loan returns for this school were $56,500. as against a quota of $35,000. Thistotal is somewhat below the total of $63,000 attained by #2 B. & G. School, Mossbank, againstwhom this unit competed in the last week of the drive. However, though running a good second, agreat deal of credit is due to the station committee for the unanimous support of all station personnelthrought the Campaign.Honorary Flight Lieutenant H.S. Dodgson (C12918), Chaplain (P), taken on strength from #2 I.T.S.,Regina, replacing Honorary Flight Lieutenant W.K. Batty (C11405) recently posted overseas.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 19 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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16 May/43 The intake of Course #82 Air Bombers reporting this date is as follows: 21 R.A.F. from#3 “M” Depot, Edmonton and 27 R.A.F. from #37 S.F.T.S., Calgary.The intake for Course #55 W.A.G. consisted of 12 R.N.Z.A.F., 12 R.C.A.F. T.O.S. from #3 WirelessSchool, Winnipeg, commencing instruction 17th May. 1 R.A.A.F. transferred from Course #52.R.C. and Protestant Church Parades held Sunday morning. The Commanding Officer attended aChurch Parade in City of Lethbridge when special services were held on Empire Youth Day. AirCadet squadrons from Taber, Raymond, Magrath, and Lethbridge paraded to Soutminster United Church with Group Captain M.D. Lister taking the salute at the City Hall. The squadrons werebrought out to this station by M.T. for dinner in the Airmen's Mess. During the afternoon flightswere drawn up for official inspection by Squadron Leader J.T. Taylor C2193, Senior Admin. Officerand received Drill instruction from Flying Officer R.R. Fisk (C11909), Unit P.T. and Drill Officeracting as liaison officer to local Air Cadet Squadrons. Later the cadets made a tour of the hangarsand working sections leaving the station at 1600 hours.Air Vice-Marshal A.T. Cowley (C9), Honorary Aide de Camp to His Excellency the GovernorGeneral, was at the station for a short time on westward flight.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 24 hours NIGHT - 4 hours 5 minutes

17 May/43 Flight Lieutenant D.V. Thomas (C2648), Flight Lieutenant R.A. Rennie (C4393) andFlying Officer Wareham (RAF49808) arrived on temporary duty from Mountain View to conduct afive day course on Armament Sighting.Air Vice-Marshal G.R. Howsam M.C. A.0.C., #4 Training Command, accompanied by Mr. Morrowof the Staff of the Deputy Minister for Air, made a brief visit at this unit 17th Nay, arriving anddeparting by Government Air.Pilot Officer W.T. Gillingswater (J24453), Staff Pilot, T.O.S, from #2 F.I.S., Vulcan, Alta. 18 May/43 Mr. Britnell and Mr. Bowen of Aircraft Repair, accompanied by Flight Lieutenant J.Higgins (C2625) of #30 A.I.D, visited this unit on routine matters.Squadron Leader J.E. Ritchie (C57l6) from Air Force Headquarters and Flight Lieutenant T. Jenkins(42304), #4 Training Command, Fire Prevention Officer, arrived at this unit 18th May on routineinspection of fire fighting equipment and review of fire precautions. They departed by M.T. for #2F.I.S. Pearce

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18 May/43 Vulcan, Alta.Flying Officer J.W. Youngman. (C4073), Armament Officer, posted to this unit for three weekstemporary duty in order to carry out modification in Bristol Turret IV on Bolingbroke aircraft.An accident occurred on the Station Aerodrome at approximately l6l5 hours 18th May when pilot,returning from routine bombing exercise in Anson #8290, was unable to lower undercarriage forlanding due to a technical failure. The pilot was forced to make a belly landing causing littledamage other than breaking both wooden propellers. Neither pilot nor two Air Bombers studentswere injured. No investigation will be carried out.An accident occurred on Station aerodrome at 1300 hours 18 May when pilot, returning from routinegunnery exercise in Bolingbroke #9908, came in for normal landing and after rolling a short distance,

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port tire blew out causing aircraft to ground loop. Neither pilot nor two students were injured.A fatal accident occurred Tuesday morning when Air Cobra aircraft, being ferried north by anAmerican Army Air Corps Officer, took off from this field in company with another aircraft, andwhile travailing in normal flight suddenly dived into Keho Lake about sixteen miles from this Unitand disappeared from sight in the water. The pilot of the other aircraft returned to this unit forassistance of unit Officers and Equipment. The cause of the accident is not known and the matter isbeing dealt with by American Army officials.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 30 minutes

19 May/43 Wing Commander C.F. Falkenberg, D.F.C., (C363), Flight Officer S.I. Evans (V300006)and Flight Officer M. Clarke (V30105) arrived at this unit by air 1730 hours to discuss further detailsof arrangements for Royal visit on Wednesday 26th May. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 hours 35 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 25 minutes

20 May/43 Pilot Officer J.P. Pelletier (J21878), Staff Pilot, T.O.S. from #2 B. & G. School,Mossbank, Sask.

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20 May/43 Wing Commander K. Gray (33057), Command Armament Officer, visited this unit 20thMay on routine inspection.Flight Lieutenant J.A. Pogue (C2815), Armament Equipment Officer, and Flying Officer S.T. Malach(C11380), Aircraft Recognition Officer, visited this unit on an official inspection 20th May.Twenty-one R.A.A.F. T.O.S. of this unit on disembarkation f rom Australia and will he held foruseful employment pending commencement of training as Course #83 3lst May.A team from this unit met #7 S.F.T.S. Macleod, Thursday evening in the first inter-station game ofthe season.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 22 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 10 minutes

21 May/43 Pilot Officer L.A. Gray (N.Y.G.) and Pilot Officer F.B. Murphy (N.Y.G.), Air BombersInstructors, T.O.S. from Mountain View.Squadron Leader W.M. Bowman (C4678), Command Cadet Officer visited this unit and proceeded toLethbridge, to review the Air Cadet Squadron at a special ceremonial parade. He later left for Taber,Raymond, and Magrath where similar inspections were to take place.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 15 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 3 hours 45 minutes

22 May/43 The regular monthly formal dance was held in the Officers' Mess Saturday evening. Alarger number of officers and their friends attended from Macleod and Pearce than usual.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 4 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - nil

23 May/43 Church parade of Roman Catholic and Protestant Personnel was held Sunday morning at0800 hours and 1100 hours respectively.A team from this unit met the Calgary Navy in a softball game played in Lethbridge Stadium Sundayafternoon, the latter winning by a narrow margin.Sunday evening thirty members of the Eaton Review arrived by bus from Calgary to stage a varietyprogram for the entertainment of station personnel. An exceptionally large crowd attended and the

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show was greatly applauded as the best of voluntary entertainment troupes to have come to this unit.Following the concert the artists were entertained in the Officers' Mess.

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23 May/43 Air Vice-Marshal A.T. Cowley (C.9), Honorary Aide-de-Camp to His Excellency theGovernor General, visited this unit for a short time on eastward flight.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 15 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

24 May/43 Group Captain G.L. Best. Command Senior Aeronautical Engineer, accompanied bySquadron Leader L.S. Scott (C54259) and Pilot Officer R.H. Porter (C20491), Field LiaisonEngineering Officer from Air Force Headquarters, arrived at this unit Monday morning 24th May onofficial business in connection with proposed plans to establish a Central Maintenance System and discussions of other relative problems.Flight Lieutenant C.S. Lindberg C10214), Command Trade Test Officer, arrived at this unit 24thMay, and will preside over Trade Board conducted at this unit up until 28th May inclusive.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 16 hours NIGHT - 4 hours 25 minutes

25 May/43 Preparations for visit of Royal Party.Normal Station Routine.Pilot Officer G.W. Ervin (J1147), Command Canteen Officer, visited this unit for an inspection ofW.D. and airmen's canteens and canteen stores. A very satisfactory report was submitted.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours 55 minutes NIGHT - 1 hour 10 minutes

26 May/43 At 1100 hours Wednesday morning, Her Royal Highness Princess Alice, accompanied byher Lady-in-waiting, Lady Grenfell, arrived at this Unit from #7 S.F.T.S. by Staff Car and were met atthe guard house by the Commanding Officer, Group Captain M.D. Lister (C168) and Section OfficerM.A. Acland (V30119), O.C. R.C.A.F. (W.D.). Lockheed plane bearing His Excellency theGovernor General, Earl of Athlone, and Aide-de-camp Captain Levison Gower, piloted by WingCommander Marlowe Kennedy, A.F.C. landed at 1130 hours. The Vice-regal party was welcomedby the .O.C. #4 Training Command, The Commanding Officer and Wing Commander G.F.Falkenberg, D.F.C. Following an inspection of the Guard of Honor consisting of

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26 May/43 fifty airmen and fifty airwomen drawn up on the tarmac, the Royal party proceeded tothe Station Hospital, W.D. Canteen, and Barracks, airmen’s mess and quarters.At the request of His Excellency all officers were presented to the Royal Party in the Ante Room ofthe Officers' Mess before luncheon served at 1230 hours.At 1330 hours the Graduating Class, G.I.S. Squadron, A.T. Squadron, Headquarters Squadron andMaintenance Squadron, numbering approximately 1200 personnel, formed up on the tarmac beforethe reviewing stand.A large gathering of civilians witnessed the ensuing ceremony. Following the Royal Salute anaddress was given by His Excellency made over the amplifying system to the spectators and stationpersonnel and he personally presented wings to the graduating class. Course #53 W.A.G.s. After theMarch past personnel were marched to their own parade grounds for dismissal. The Royal Party

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then proceeded to Vulcan by air at 1500 hours for a similar ceremonial parade and inspection.Following the parade all personnel and visitors were invited to tea served in the Drill Hall where anopportunity was offered to the public to see a fine display of training equipment miniature aircraft,eta. N.C.O. Instructors gave information as to the general function of the equipment in training andoperations. The Macleod band was in attendance at this social event as well as at all paradesthroughout the day.Wednesday evening the Massey Harris Concert Troupe entertained personnel and their friends in twoshowings of their variety concert. Following the show ths artists were invited to the Officers’ Mess.Course #53 W.A.G. consisting of 17 R.C.A.F., and 7 R.N.Z.A.F. commencing training 19th Aprilwere singularly honoured in having their wings presented to them on this occasion by His Excellencythe Governor General. R143765 Sgt. Copping, N.C. received the engraved silver bullet as mostproficient Air Gunner and R168444 Sgt. Monk, E.W. graduated as top man and was presented withan engraved identity bracelet. One R.C.A.F. failure detained pending reselection. Commissionswere subsequently granted to R168444 Sgt Monk, E.W., R169582 Sgt. Columbus, A.H., Rl51227Sgt. Hansen, A.H., R169671 Sgt. Thompson, C.G. and R167226 Sgt. Bonney, V.N.This course was posted to the following units following leave: 3 R.N.Z.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F. to #1C.N.S., Rivers, Man. effective l4th June; 6 R.C.A.F. to #3 O.T.U. Patricia Bay, B.C. effective 11thJune; 9 R.C.A.F. to #1 “Y” Depot, Halifax, effective l4th June; 4 R.N.Z.A.F. to #36 O.T.U.,Greenwood, N.S. effective 11th June.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 11 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - Nil

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27 May/43 inspection of equipment stores relative to the unit requirements for effectivemaintenance of four types of aircraft used for training purposes.An accident occurred at approximately 1145 hours 27th May in which Bolingbroke #10078 wasseriously damaged. Pilot, returning from routine gunnery exercise joined the circuit to come in fornormal landing. At about 1000 feet one engine failed and aircraft rapidly lost altitude. Pilot forcedlanded in wheat field ¼ mile north-east of aerodrome with undercarriage retracted. Two types ofBolingbroke aircraft are in use at this unit and it would appear that due to the position of the fuelcock in the aircraft envolved that it is was inadvertently closed in switching from 87 octane to 100octane. An investigation is being conducted. Neither pilot nor two student Air Gunners wereinjured.Pilot Officer I.L. Lowen (J24655) has bean appointed Press Liaison Officer for this Unit.A Soccer game was played on the station field when a team from this unit met #15 S.F.T.S., #8 B. &G. winning by a one point lead.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 22 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 15 minutes.

28 May/43 Assistant Section Officer M.L. Acland (V30119) appointed to rank of Temporary SectionOfficer, effective l6th Nov./42.

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Course #77 Air Bombers consisting of 49 R.A.F. of original intake graduated 41 from this School28th May. There were 6 R.A.F. and 1 R.C.A.F. transferred to later courses for Medical reasons and 1R.A.F. failure. Airmen successfully completing the course were posted as follows: 1 to #1 C.N.S.Rivers, Man.; 1 to #7 A.O.S., Portage-la-Prairie, Man; and 39 to #2 A.O.S. , Edmonton, Alta.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 22 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 5 minutes

29 May/43 The intake for course #56 W.A.G. is 17 R.A.A.F. T.O.S. from #2 Wireless School,Calgary, reporting this date.

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29 May/43 An accident occurred at approximately 1000 hours 29th May on the station aerodromewhen pilot returning in Bolingbroke #9891 from routine gunnery exercise came in for a normallanding. However the undercarriage when lowered had not looked down causing it to collapse onlanding. Neither pilot nor two student Air Bombers sustained injuries.In answer to a cable dispatched under the signature of the Commanding Officer of this Unit toGeneral Montgomery, Commander in Chief of the North African Army on the occasion of the recentAllied victories, this message has been received in return from Cairo, Egypt dated 29th May: -"Thank you for your congratulations which have been greatly appreciated by all ranks of the EighthArmy - Sgd. General Montgomery!Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - Nil

30 May/43 Roman Catholic and Protestant Church Parades were held Sunday morning.Flight Lieutenant J.B. Badgley (C1698), O.C. Bombing, - recently O.C. Bombing Flight, S.O.S. onposting to #1 Training Command for reposting.

Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 13 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - Nil

31 May/43 Normal Station Routine.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 18 hours 35 minutes NIGHT - 4 hours 25 minutes

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIRTY-FIRST OF MAY, 1943 - BOLINGBROKE I 1 BOLINGBROKE IV 24 LYSANDER III 19 ANSON II 43 HARVARD II 1 MOTH 2 TOTAL 90

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STRENGTH AS AT THIRTY-FIRST OF MAY, 1943: -

R.C.A.F. OFFICERS 83 AIRMEN 717 OFFICERS (W.D.) 4 AIRWOMEN 178 TRAINEES 72 - 1054 1054 R.A.F. OFFICERS 2 AIRMEN 18 TRAINEES 152 - 1226



TRAINEES 21 -1370 23 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 - 147 108 #124 FERRY SQUADRON OFFICERS 2 OTHER RANKS 24 - 1504 TOTAL 26

(M.D. Lister) G.C.

C.O., #8 B.&G. School Lethbridge, Alberta.

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1 June/43. Wing Officer W. Walker (V30005), Senior W.D. Staff Officer, Squadron Officer J.F.

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Davey (C13578), Senior W.D. Medical Officer, and Flight Officer E.K. Goddard (V30073), all of AirForce Headquarters, accompanied by Flight Officer S.I. Evans (V30006) Command Staff Officer,arrived by air at this Unit 1030 hours June 1st, from Calgary, for an official inspection of W.D.working sections, recreational, messing and barrack accommodations, and discussion of W.D. policyand welfare with the Commanding Officer, Section Officer M.L. Acland (V30119) Senior W.D.Officer, and unit Padres.A squadron of 150 airwomen paraded at 1400 hours with the MacLeod Band in attendance. Following the inspection and March Past, the squadron was paraded to the Recreation Hall for anaddress given by Wing Officer Walker. Satisfaction was expressed in the manner in which airwomenhad fitted themselves into their service jobs, and their appearance on parade. It is felt that this visitdid such to renew the initial keenness of the airwomen, and provided a great source ofencouragement to all ranks.50 airmen (22 R.A.A.F., 19 R.C.A.F., 8 R.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F.) T.O.S. from No. 2 E.D. Sydney,Australia, No.3 “M” Depot Edmonton, Alta. and No.31 E.F.T.S. DeWin ton, Alta., commencinginstruction this date as Course No.83 Air Bombers.A.S.O. A.K. Lyons (V30421) posted to No.2 Recruiting Centre, Calgary, Alta., to assume staffduties at that Unit.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - 6 hours 45 minutes.

2 June/3. Flight Officer K.E. Shuttlewood (V30046) posted to this Unit from No.l RecruitingCentre, Vancouver, B.C. as Senior W.D. Officer on posting of Section Officer M.L. Acland (V30119)to No.2 Wireless School, Calgary, Alta.Squadron Leader J.G. Sparling (C4230) Command Chaplain (P) paid an official visit to this UnitJune 2nd to discuss matters of welfare with Flight Lieutenant H.S. Hodgson (C12918), Unit padrerecently posted to this Station from No.2 I.T.S., Regina, Sask.Squadron Leader G.E. Grindlay (RAF 75693) returned from two days Temporary duty at No. 4Training Command. Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 2 hours 35 minutes NIGHT - 20 minutes.

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3 June/43. Pilot Officer A.M. Lang & Pilot Officer V.J.P. Gerald (Air Bomber instructors) & PilotOfficer L.G. Hahn (Air Gunner instructor) T.O.S. of this Unit on posting from R.C.A.F. Station,Mountain View, Ont.Flight Lieutenant J.C. Johnston (C3380) (Accounts) reported to this Unit for 10 days Temporary Dutyunder instruction.Pilot Officer W.T. Gillingwater (J24453) (Staff Pilot) returned to Canada following two years'operational duties Overseas, and has been appointed Liaison Officer for R.A.F. personnel at thisStation on return to U.K. of all R.A.F. Officers previously on strength of this Unit.Pilot Officer C.L. Andrew (J12848) and Pilot Officer W.E. Towne (J20385) appointed to rank ofTemporary Flying Officer, effective 28th May,1943.The Air Force Concert Troupe presenting "Blackouts of 1943" arrived at this Unit and gave twoperformances both Thursday and Friday evenings in the Recreation Hall, playing to a full house ofStation personnel on both occasions. The troupe, under the supervision of Flying Officer Campbelland Section Officer M.L. Thompson (V30117), were provided with sleeping accommodation at thisUnit during a four-day stopover before proceeding to No.19 S.F.T.S., Vulcan, Alta.

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Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 20 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 50 minutes.

4 June/43. A Board of Officers composed of the Commanding Officer (C168), Squadron Leader J.S.Orvan (C1287), Flight Lieutenant A.M. Paull (C6934) of No.4 T.C. and Flying Officer P.W. Benson(C8512), was assembled at this Unit for the purpose of sighting explosive stores in accordance withC.A.P. 1245.Maximum Possible Flying Time: DAY - 21 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours 45 minutes.

5 June/43. Flight Lieutenant J. McDougall (C5400) (Armament) reported at this Unit May 5th, fromNo.3 A.O.S., Regina, Sask., and will act as second in command of all Air Bomber Courses.Flight Lieutenant F.P. Downie (C3336) Command P.T. & Drill Officer, made an official visit at thisUnit and discussed syllabus for P.T. & Drill training for both trainee and staff personnel inconjunction with Flying Officer R.R. Fisk (C11909) and the Station Warrant Officer.Pilot Officer H.T. Robertson (C20795), Unit Educational Officer, posted on Temporary Duty to No.3“M” Depot and No.3 I.T.S., Edmonton, Alta., on an instructional tour to observe methods ofinterviewing employed by the Selection Board, and review training syllabi in use at I.T. Schools.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 21 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 45 minutes.

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6 June/43. On Sunday, June 6th, a Station holiday was granted, excepting to personnel ofMaintenance Wing, Equipment Section, Duty Watch and those necessary to maintain essentialservices.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 35 minutes NIGHT - Nil

7 June/43. Three General Duties S.O.S. of this Unit, effective June 7th, reporting to No.l "Y" Depot,Halifax, June 12th, on Overseas draft.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 21 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 40 minutes.

8 June/43. Squadron Leader G. Milsom (C1976) Chief Ground Instructor at No.,4 I.T.S., Edmonton,Alta., paid an official visit to this Unit to discuss matters dealing with training syllabi and methods ofinstruction with a view to facilitating I.T.S. co-operation.Group Captain E.G.Fullerton (C25) of No.9 S.F.T.S. Centralia, paid an unofficial visit to this Unit enroute by T.C.A.The Station Team played its first game of the season against the Army at their barrack diamond inLethbridge. Score: No.8 - 15 Army - 0Flying Officer R.G. McIntosh (C6756) (Admin.) Adjutant of Maintenance Wing for 18 months,S.O.S. on posting to No. 11 E.D., Calgary, Alta., effective 8th June/43.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 21 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours.

9 June/43. Flying Officer K.K. Smith (C445) (Arm) Acting O.C. of G.I.S., S.O.S. on posting toth

No.2 B.&.G. School, Mossbank, Sask.Flight Lieutenant E.R. Borgal (C6593) (Arm). appointed Liaison Officer for the Air Cadets, replacingR128700 F.S. Anderson G.S. on posting.

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Calgary, Alta., on Temporary Duty on June 8th, to attend Command Conference, returning June 9th.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 21 hours 45 minutes. NIGHT - 7 hours 55 minutes.

10 June/43. A Station Parade was held Thursday morning at 0800 hours, at which time Flightth

Sergeant Barlow, R.H.(4806), Master Mechanic, N.C.O. of Maintenance Wing, was presented withthe M.B.E. as announced in the King's Birthday honours list. The award, which was made by theCommanding Officer, Group Captain M.D. Lister (C168), was accompanied by the formal citation ofcongratulations for meritous service from His Majesty The King.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 16 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours 50 minutes.

11 June/43. Three Flight Sergeant Wireless Air Gunner Instructors of Unit Ground Instructional th

School, S.O.S. on posting to Eastern Air Command, Halifax, for reposting.Two Australian Wireless Air Gunner instructors posted to No.l "Y" Depot, Halifax, reporting 18thJune, on Overseas draft.Flying Officer J.G. Housege (J11971) Staff Pilot, T.O.S. from No.14 Squadron, Anchorage, Alaska.A Graduation Parade was held Friday afternoon when wings were presented by the CommandingOfficer to the 13 graduates of Course No.54 (W.A.G.), who were posted to this Unit May 3rd fromNo.2 Wireless School at commencement of course. There were no failures, and the entire coursewas posted to No.32 O.T.U., Patricia Bay, B.C., effective 25th June, at termination of two weeks'leave. AUS422440 Sgt. Cook, R.E., was presented with an engraved bracelet, as high man on thecourse, and AUS414793 Sgt. Henderson, D.A. received the engraved bullet for top air gunner scores. Commissions were subsequently granted to: - AUS. 422440 Sergeant Cook, R.E. and AUS.423109Sergeant Hanson, W.A.R.\

Course No.78 (Air Bombers) having an original entry of 48 R.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F., commencinginstruction March 22nd, completed training at this Unit June 11th, graduating 42 R.A.F. 1R.N.Z.A.F. and 1 R.A.F. were transferred for Medical Reasons to subsequent courses, and 4 R.A.F.failures held at this Unit pending re-selection. Postings were effected as follows:- 2 R.A.F. & 1R.N.Z.A.F. to No.7 A.O.S., Portage la Prarie, effective June 12th. 40 R.A.F. to No.2 A.O.S.,Edmonton, effective June 12th.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 6 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - 45 minutes.

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12 June/43. 22 airman ( 12 R.C.A.F., 9 R.N.Z.A.F., and 1 R.A.A.F.) T.O.S. from No.3 Wirelessth

School, Winnipeg, commencing training as course No. 57 W.A.G. June 14th.48 airman ( 22 R.C.A.F., 3 R.A.A.F., 17 R.A.F., and 6 R.N.Z.A.F.) T.O.S. from No.4 I.T.S.,Edmonton, No.7 I.T.S. Saskatoon, No.3 "M" Depot, Edmonton, and No.31 S.F.T.S. DeWinton, andcommenced training 14th June as Course No.84 Air Bombers.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

13 June/43. Regular R.C. & Protestant Services were held Sunday morning in Station Recreationth

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Pilot Officer A.W. Moore (J23014) (GL) appointed to rank of Temporary Flying Officer, effective2nd March.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 20 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

14 June/43. Clothing Stores have been transferred from its present site to larger and betterth

accommodation, in the former R.C.A.S.C. Supply Depot which has been taken over for that purpose.Repeated efforts have been made to organize a Current Events discussion group at this Unit, and it ishoped that the services of qualified speakers from Lethbridge can be arranged for.Squadron Leader J.S. Orvin (C1287) (Arm) and Flight Lieutenant R.A. McLellan (C8030) (W.B.)visited this Unit on routine inspections.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 15 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 50 minutes.

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Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 18 hours 5 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 50 minutes.

16 June/43. Pilot Officer F.H B. Maynard (J25417) T.O.S. from No.2 F.I.S. Pearce, Alta., and willth

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16 June/43. The following airmen T.O.S. at this Unit as follows:- 16 from No.3 “M” Depot,th

Edmonton, 19 from No.l C.N.S. Rivers, Man., and 13 from No.36 S.F.T.S. Pennfield, Alta., to beusefully employed until commencing instruction as course No.85 Air Bombers, Juno 28th.The Quarterly Kit Inspection of service equipment of Station personnel was carried out by Officers &Warrant Officers this date.8 Air Cadet Instructors of Penticton & New Westminster, B.C. squadrons, and of Coleman,Edmonton, Pidsbury & Ponoka, Alta. squadrons, and of Regina, Shaunavan, Sask. squadrons,reported to this Unit on Signals Course June 16th - 29th, and authorised to draw Rations and occupyGovernment quarters for that period.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 18 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours.

17 June/43. Squadron Leader J.A. Gordon (C1782) A.F.H.Q., and Wing Commander K. Gray (RAFth

33057) & Flight Lieutenant . J.A. Pogue (C2815)1 of Command Headquarters (No.4 T.C.), arrivedthis date to discuss matters pertaining to Armament, Maintenance, and Repair, and departed June18th for No.2 B. & G., Mossbank, Sask., by air.Flight Lieutenant L.E. Prendergast (C1644)(Arm.GL) posted to this Unit from No.2 B.& G.,Mossbank, replacing Flight Lieutenant J.E. Jennings (C2428) as O.C. Gunnery Flight, in an exchangeposting.Two flights of Station personnel, consisting of 50 airmen and 50 airwomen, paraded Thursdayevening in Lethbridge, with Units of 20th Battery R.C.A., Veterans Guard & Band, Army CadetsCorps, Navy Cadets, Air Force Cadets, and R.C.A.F. Band from No.7 S.F.T.S. MacLeod, on theoccasion of the presentation and dedication of Honour Roll to the City by the Rotary Club, at animpressive ceremony held before the City Hall. At the saluting base were Group Captain Hamptonof No.7 S.F.T.S. MacLeod, Group Captain M.D. Lister of No.8 B.& G., Lethbridge, and Col.McCormick, Commanding Officer of the Lethbridge Internment Camp.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 18 hours 20 minutes NIGHT - 1 hour.

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Dr. Humberto Qias Casanueva, Secretary of the Chilean Legation, visited this Unit Friday afternoonand made a short tour of the Station, arriving by Air from No.15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 21 hours 40 minutes NIGHT - 8 hours 55 minutes.

19 June/43. Major-General W.N. Porter, U.S. Army, arrived at this Unit by plane at 1200 hrs. fromth

Test & Development Depot, Suffield, and departed 1400, for Great Falls, Montana.

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19 June/43. A formal dance was held in the Officers' Mess Saturday evening.Flight Lieutenant P. Melling (C23190) Unit M.O., proceeded on Temporary Duty to Vancouver, B.C.to attend Medical Convention as authorized by instructions of No.4 T.C.Flight Lieutenant P.M. Hale (C3880) (GL), S.O.S. on posting to No.2 B.& G. School, Mossbank,Sask.Flight Lieutenant M.K. Young (C5877) (Medical) Senior Medical Officer, appointed to rank ofActing Squadron Leader, effective 1st June,1943.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - Nil

20 June/43. R.C. & Protestant Church services conducted Sunday morning by H/F.L. W.J.Cassidy(C20790)and H/F.L. H.S. Dodgson (C129118) respectively.The Commanding Officer, Group Captain M.D. Lister (C168) and P.T. & Drill Officer, FlyingOfficer R.R. Fisk (C11909), proceeded n Temporary Duty to Calgary on business matters pertainingto Lethbridge Bombers Hockey Team, returning June 21st.Variety concert given by Catholic Youth Organization from Calgary; supper was provided for thetroupe in the Airmen's Mess, and later coffee and sandwiches in the Officers' Mess.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 5 hours 50 minutes NIGHT - Nil

21 June/43. 99 Aircrew posted to this unit for I.T.S. Refresher Course to be held at LethbridgeCollegiate Institute.Section Officer M.E. Pullen (V30262) (Adm.) left on posting to Air Force Headquarters, after fillingthe position of Assistant Adjutant at this Unit for eight months.Golf Tournament at Country Club.Softball game between Pearce & No. B.& G. - Score: No.8 Bombers 2 Pearce 3Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 1 hour

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22 June/43. Flying Officer F.V. Bell (C2035) (W.& B.) of No .4 Construction & Maintenance Unit,Calgary, spent the day here making an investigation of road conditions.A.S.O. Funk (V30415)(Adm.) Welfare Officer at No.4 T.C. Headquarters, spent the day on theStation in connection with Women's Division activities.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 17 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 25 minutes.

23 June/43. Air Vice Marshal A.A.L .Cuffe (C23) Deputy Inspector General, and Air Vice MarshalG.R. Howsam MC (C33) Air Officer Commanding No.4 Training Command, arrived on the Station

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by Air from Calgary. After a brief inspection of the Station they visited the Bombing Range.A Drill period was held for all Station personnel.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 2 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 1 hour

24 June/43. Pilot Officer M.L. Flynn (J14851) appointed acting Assistant Station Adjutant, pendingarrival of a replacement for Section Officer M.E. Pullen (V30262) (Adm.)Pilot Officer J. Gordon (C14974) D.A.P.M. appointed to the rank of Temporary Flying Officer (Paid).No.8 B.& G. defeated No.2 F.I.S. Pearce - 5-0 in a soccer game played on the Station grounds.Flying Officer M.L. Stephenson (J16581) posted to No.8 B. & G. from Mt. Jolie.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 15 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours 10 minutes.

25 June/43. Wings presentation at 1630 hours in the Drill Hall to 23 graduates of W.A.G. CourseNo.55, and the following commissions were subsequently granted:- R178655 Sgt. Dabbs, D.H.,NZ426205 Sgt. Riesterer, L.M., R99986 Sgt. Chesney, J.E., R177878 Sgt. Lysack, P., and R172911Sgt. Donnelly, J.M.W.D. Canteen officially opened by Group Captain M.D. Lister (C168). Members of the Women'sDivision entertained airmen at a dance, which was followed by a variety program presented by W.D.personnel.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 20 hours 45 minutes NIGHT - 9 hours 55 minutes.

26 June/43. Pilot Officer W.C. Davis (C25621) posted from No.4 T.C.Flight Lieutenant H.W. Sloan (C7310) on Temporary Duty from No.4 T.C,, was here in connectionwith securing a garage in Lethbridge for a District Mechanical Transport Repair Depot.47 members of Air Bomber's Course No.79 graduated and left on posting.

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26 June/43. Flight Lieutenant J. Higgins (C2625) of No.3 A.I.D., Edmonton, was on Temporary Dutyand conferred with the C.E.O. on Aircraft Repair Mobile Party program.Flying Officer M.M. Swanston (C9061) of No.4 C. & M., Calgary, visited the Station in course ofsurvey of local supplies of gravel for Air Force use.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 21 hours 15 minutes NIGHT - Nil

27 June/43. Results of a Command Trade Test held on this Unit of the week of May 24th, 1943,were received. A total of 254 tried the teat, of which 146 passed and 108 failed.The Station Softball team played the Lethbridge Brewers in a league game at Henderson Lake BallPark at 1900 hours. Score: No.8 Bombers 6 Brewers 5Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 22 hours NIGHT - 7 hours 45 minutes.

28 June/43. Lieut.-Col. C. Kieling, Executive Officer to the Officer Commanding the AlaskanHighway Transportation Headquarters, Edmonton, visited the Station, and made arrangements for adetachment of 5 enlisted men of the U.S. Army Air Corps to be stationed here to deal with the casualvisits of American aircraft to this Unit.Flying Officer G.P. Cummings (C13676), Flying Officer JB.Wilson (C13503), Pilot Officer G.A.Prentice (C2365) and Pilot Officer J.H. Gough (C24940), of No.4 Service Audit Group, arrived on

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the Station on Temporary Duty.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19 hours 25 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours 30 minutes.

29 June/43. A.S.O. J.E. Jackson, (Adm) Assistant Adjutant, T.O.S. on posting from No.4 T.C, asreplacement for Section Officer M.E. Pullen (V 30262) (Adm.)Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19 hours 10 minutes NIGHT - 5 hours 45 minutes.

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30 June/43. Flight Lieutenant MacQueen (C5890) of A.F.H.Q. and Flying Officer T. Malack(C11380) of No.4 T.C., Aircraft Recognition Officers, spent a half day inspection aircraft recognitionequipment and instructions.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 11 hours 30 minutes NIGHT - 7 hours.

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIRTIETH OF JUNE,1943 - BOLINGBROKE IV 24 ANSON II 43 LYSANDER III 18 HARVARD II 1 MOTH 2 TOTAL 88 TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF JUNE: 3789 hours 10 minutes.

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30 June/43. STRENGTH AS AT THIRTIETH OF JUNE, 1943: - R.C.A.F. OFFICERS 88 AIRMEN 826 OFFICERS (W.D.) 2 AIRWOMEN 180 TRAINEES 92 - 1188 1188 R.A.F. OFFICERS 2 AIRMEN 18 TRAINEES 177 - 1385

197 R.A.A.F. OFFICERS 1 AIRMEN 2

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TRAINEES 44 -1522 46 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 - 1630 108 #124 FERRY SQUADRON OFFICERS 5 OTHER RANKS 25 - 1660 - TOTAL 30

(M.D. Lister) G.C.

C.O., #8 B.&G. School Lethbridge, Alberta.

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1 July/43. STATION LANDSCAPING PROGRAM - A Committee of five Officers inspected theStation with a view to deciding which Section had achieved the best results in the Spring Landscapingcompetition. It was found that great progress had been made by all Sections of the Station and theCommanding Officer was most pleased with the general appearance of the camp. The results are asfollows: - First prize: - M.T. Section - an extra 48 hour pass was given all members of the Section. Honourable mention: -Fire Hall, Guard House, Control Tower, Hospital and Ferry Squadron -Personnel in these sections were granted one extra day off, either Sunday, July 4 or Sunday, July 11. A special award was given R125122 Sgt. Ernst,W., who was granted an extra 48 hour pass foroutstanding services rendered in connection with this program.The first group of Air Cadets arrived on this station. Ten days of extensive training will fit theseyoung lads for the duties they hope soon to be performing in the R.C.A.F. The three Air CadetSquadrons represented are from Raymond, Claresholm and Foremost - making a total of 81. PilotOfficer E. Stauffer was the C.O.At 1330 hours, Lysander 2356, target towing aircraft, on take-off piloted by Sgt. Pilot J.H. Sawyer,GB1306066, had motor trouble. In attempting to re-land, on the airport, damaged port wing strut. Noinjury occurred to occupants of the aircraft.Pilot Offioer J.P.Lawlor (J24799), reported for duty from No.2 B.&G. School, Mossbank, Sask.,effective July lst,1943.

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Maximum possible flying time: DAY -18:40 NIGHT - 8:00

2 July/43. The Commanding Officer, in a D.R.O. notice, congratulated all pilots on the station, on thefact that in the month of June there were no flying accidents of any kind at this school.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 7:l5 NIGHT - 7:55

3 July/43. The regular monthly dance was held in the Sergeants’ Mess, with approximately onehundred couples attending.The third of a series of lectures to Trade Improvement Classes for Clerks General and ClerksStenographer

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3 July/43. was given in one of the Drill Hall lecture rooms. These are being held twice a week for thenext two months to prepare candidates for the Command Trade Tests.The afternoon was devoted to drill instruction for all station personnel.At 2315 hours, Anson aircraft 8263 developed motor trouble over target 3 on the range and was forcedto make a belly landing 25 miles southwest of the aerodrome on the auxiliary field at Stand-off. Thepilot was F.S. Walton, B.A., student was LAC Wilson; neither of the occupants was injured and verylittle damage resulted. The aircraft was repaired and flown hack to this Unit the next day.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19:40 NIGHT - Nil

4 July/43. At l400 hours, Bolingbroke 9895 piloted by Sgt. Stone, GB1315561, when attempting totake-off, motor failure forced the pilot to land in the field adjacent to the aerodrome. The aircraftwent through two fences which resulted in the tail plane being slightly damaged. The students in theaircraft were LAC Walls, GB1116339, LAC Ward, GB1801268, LAC West, GB1398064. No injuriesresulted to any of the occupants."It Happened One Night" was shown in the Recreation Hall to a capacity audience of stationpersonnel. This Sunday night show was in addition to the regular Monday and Thursday movieprogram.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 20:30 NIGHT - Nil

5 July/43. A station pressing establishment was opened in the Supply Depot for the convenience of allpersonnel, with economical prices being charged — officers and W.D.'s paying 20¢ for blue ortropical uniform and N.C.O.'s paying 15¢ for pressing of each blue uniform.Flying Officer H.D. Parker (C9012) reported on this station from No. 4 S.F.T.S., to take over Adjutantduties In the Maintenance Section.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 23:00 NIGHT - 6:05

6 July/43. Wing Commander C.A. Cook (C1388), arrived on this station and conferred with the ChiefInstructor and Chief Engineering Officer, on a/c maintenance problems.Squadron Leader C.C.M. Hilditch (A502), Australian Liaison Officer, visited the Australian traineesand spoke to them.Pilot Officer P. Blown (AUS422393) reported to this school from No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce, Alta.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19:00 NIGHT - 7:55

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7 July/43. Drill instruction was given to N.C.O.'s and Officers throughout the afternoon.A Sergeant and four Corporals of the United States Army Corps. arrived on the Station for duties inconnection with servicing of visiting U.S. Aircraft.An average of 20 to 25 station personnel play Badminton every night in the Drill Hall.A Softball League Game between Canada Paint and the Bombers (Station team) resulted in the scoreof 7 - 2 in favor of Canada Paint.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 7:15 NIGHT - Nil

8 July/43. Capt. J.E. Carson. C.D.C., ceased to be attached to this school on proceeding to C.D.C.Headquarters, No.4k Training Command, Calgary, Alta.Squadron Leader C.C. Stewart {C2384) arrived on the station from Air Force Headquarters, for thepurpose of joining No.4 Service Audit Group.Flight Lieutenant M.B. Donaldson (C13508), Command Hygiene Officer, flew down here from No. 2F.I.S., Pearce, to confer with the Senior Medical Officer.A/Cpl. W.F. Hancock, C.D.C., reported on this station for duty from No.2 I.T.S.A benefit soccer game for Greek War Relief was played between a Headquarters team and a Traineeteam. A silver collection, amounting to $27.65, was turned over to the Lethbridge Herald. Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 16:50 NIGHT - Nil

9 July/43. Pilot Officer B.V. Gain (NZ421828) reported for duty from No.2 F.I.S., Pearce, Alta,effective 8th July/43.Course No.80 - Air Bombers, who commenced their course April l9th/43. with a personnel of 54,graduated today. The graduates consisted of 22 RAAF, 2 RCAF and 20 RAF, making a total of 44.Wastage or transfers amounted to 10. GB874506 Sgt. Anderson, D.W. was presented with both thebracelet and bomb.

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9 July/43. (Cont'd)3 postings were to No.5 A.O.S. Winnipeg, Man., and 41 were posted to No.2 A.O.S., Edmonton, Alta.Course No.56 - Wireless Air Gunners, also graduated today. This course commenced its training atthis school May 31st/43, with 16 airmen - all Australian. The Wings Parade was held at l600 hours.AUS423801 LAC Margules, M.E. scored highly to win the bracelet. AUS423806 LAC Moyes, G.D.,was presented with the bullet. 12 were posted to No.32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay, B.C.; 3 to No.7 PortageLa Prairie, and 1 to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax.Horseback riding is engaged in every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, by approximately 6 - 12personnel.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 17:25 NIGHT - Nil

10 Jul/43. The second group of Air Cadets arrived today upon the departure of the first lot. HighRiver and Three Hills Air Cadet Squadrons, with Flying Officer G. Harper as Commanding Officer,reported today. There are 64 in all.Approximately 175 couples attended the Airmen's Dance held in the Drill Hall from 1900 hrs. to 0100hrs. It was arranged in co-operation with the Jane McGarry Chapter of the I.O.D.E. with 90 girls from

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Lethbridge attending, in addition to the airwoman.The new equipment for archery has arrived and 6 enthusiastic people started off this new sport on theStation.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 19:30 NIGHT - Nil

11 July/43. Sunday A.M. Church Services were conducted by the Station Chaplains - H/F/L Dodgsonand H/F/ Cassidy. The Protestant service was held at 1130 hours, and the R.C. service at 0800 hours. Communion services are held every other Sunday following the Protestant service. All personnelexcept those on essential duty are required to attend.38 airmen have arrived on the Station reporting for Course No.89, which commences August 23/43.This group is made up of 19 RAF, 12 RCAF, and 6 RNZAF, and 1 RAAF.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 14:05 NIGHT - Nil

12 July/43. Congratulations were extended to Pilot Officer H.J. Markham (J22064), through D.R.O.'s,for his high score in rifle shooting during May and June. He won the individual Cup and also theShield, which will

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12 July/43. (Cont'd.) hang in the Officers' Mess for the next two months. The July-August competition is now on. Five G.D.’s were Struck off Strength on posting to Goose Bay, Labrador.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 22:15 NIGHT - 6:50

13 July/43. Airmen vs N.C.O.'s & Officers played for the Station Golf Championship. The Airmenedged out their opponents and will retain the trophy until August 15th/43.Flight Officer S.I. Evans (V30006), Command Staff Officer, arrived on the Station to confer withFlight Officer K.E. Shuttlewood (V30048), about the W.D. "Open House" which is to be held Julyl4th/43.Pilot Officer R.B. Hutchinson (J20172), Pilot Officer R.A.Lyons (J20160), Pilot Officer F.H.Tarr (J22768), Pilot Officer M.J. Cowie (J14834), Pilot Officer H.L. Flynn (J14851) and Pilot Officer W.M.Walker(J21276) were appointed to the rank of Temporary Flying Officer.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 22:40 NIGHT - 7:35

14 Jukly/43. The W.D. of this Station were hostesses to over 500 ladles during their "Open Day". Several sections were visited and tea was served later in the W.D. Recreational Centre. It is felt thatthis "Open House" served an excellent purpose in allowing civilians to see where and how theairwomen are taking over positions formerly occupied by R.C.A.F. personnel.A/S/O I.E. Summers, (V30283)from No.2 Recruiting Centre, Calgary, arrived on the Station in orderto be here for the "Opend Day."A/S/O J.E. Jackson (V30442) appointed Assistant Station Adjutant, effective July 1st,1943.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 21:25 NIGHT - 2:35

15 July/43. Three non-commissioned officers on this Station received the King's Commission:-(R111741 WO2) J27867 Pilot Officer J.P. McDonald - effective 15th December, 1942. (R112616 WO2) J27795 Pilot Officer C.G. Robson - " 29 January, 1943.

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(R117625 WO2) J27823 Pilot Officer W.J.C. Campbell - " 29 th January, 1943.

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15 July/43. (Cont'd) Air Vice Marshal G.R. Howsam, A. O. C. No. 4 Training Command, paid a visit to this Station toconfer with the Commanding Officer and inspect the buildings.Wing Commander D.R. Easton, P.M.O. arrived on this Unit to discuss the subject of NutritionResearch with the S.M.O.Squadron Leader Bowman arrived on Temporary Duty from No.4 Training Command, Calgary.No.4 Service Audit Group, having completed their work, left the Station today.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 7:15 NIGHT - Nil

16 July/43. The Elks Bowling Club has offered the use of their greens, bowls and running shoes, forthe station personnel every Thursday evening.Duelling lessons by LAC Pickerton, who holds an English fencing title, hare been offered to thosewho are interested.The W.D. held their weekly Dance in the W.D. Recreational Centre. A large number of airmen andairwomen enjoyed the evening, which was added to by delicious fresh doughnuts and coffee, made inthe Airmen's Mess.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 17:00 NIGHT - Nil

17 July/43. A/S/O/ E.C. Gershaw (V30245) received her appointment to Section Officer, effective17th February/43.Pilot Officer H.T. Robertson (C20795) and Pilot Officer J. McGillivray (C21480), were appointed tothe rank of Flying Officer, effective 11th June and 13th May respectively.Today has proved to be a very quiet one.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 20:15 NIGHT - Nil

18 July/43. The monthly Dance for the Officers was held Saturday evenly, July 17th/43. There wereapproximately 50 couples present.

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18 July/43. (Cont'd) The Funeral of Pilot Officer M.W. Hansen, who was killed at Pennfield Ridge, N.B., was held atCardston, Alberta, July 18/43, the Padre officiating being F/L H. Dodgson. The O.C. of the Paradewas F/O R.R. Fisk, O.C. of Escort Party, P/O Lawler, with an Escort of 30 Trainees. The SupportingParty consisted of P/O Holman, P/O Stelfox, P/O Bates, P/O Floyd, P/O Weber and P/O Gain. TheFiring Party was under the direction of Sgt. Bankhead; the Bearers were six Trainees; the Band from#7 S.F.T.S. MacLeod, was in attendance. The Service was held in the Mormon Tabernacle atCardston, and interment in the Cardston cemetery.Bolingbroke No.9906 crashed at 0850 hours near Welling, Alta., taking the lives of F/O J.D. Heacock(J9670), R86936 Cpl. Newell, W.A. "AEM", R159426 LAC Wise, C.L. "AEM", and R172494 AC1Pattison, H.M. "AEM". The cause of the accident is unknown. The aircraft and crew were wiped outby the explosion and flames.

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19 July/43. The following Officers have been appointed to Committees of Adjustment, for thepurpose of taking action as required by A.F.A.O. A8/2, on the service estate of the undermentionedofficer and airmen, who died July 18th,1943, in a fatal accident which occurred near Welling, in aBolingbroke aircraft, No.9906 (see D.R.O. No.171, July 19th,1943). Re: F/O J.D. Heacock - S/L. J.T.Taylor (C2193), F/O M.J. Cowie (J4834) and P/O. W.J. Campbell (J27823). Re: the three airmen -F/L J.V. McDougall (C5400), F/O H.B. Parker (C9012) and P/O G.G. Hahn (N.Y.G.)Flying Officer R. Kerr (C20500), from No.4 Training Command, arrived on this Station to make aninvestigation of Bolingbroke No.9906.Squadron Leader T.C. Anderson (C2682) arrived on Temporary Duty from No. 4 Training Command,Calgary. Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 20:05 NIGHT - 7:15

20 July/43. Magrath, Rosebud and Didsbury Air Cadet Squadrons, reported on the station thismorning for their 10-day programme. P/O D.C. Adams is their Commanding Officer. 77 young men,full of the excitement of actually living on an Air Force Station, tried to settle down to the seriousbusiness of learning.

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20 July/43. (Cont'd) At 1100 hours, Lysander 2354, piloted by F.S. Bathurst. A., forced landed 15 miles N.E. ofaerodrome due to motor failure. No damage resulted and no injuries sustained by pilot or passenger. LAC Reum, G.E. (AEM) was the passenger.A full Military Service, held in the Martin Bros. Chapel, was given to the four men who lost their livesJuly 18th,1943. At the conclusion of the Service the bodies were escorted to the train. The EscortParty were 35 Airmen from Deferred Trainees and Maintenance Squadron.P/O G.S. Reid (J21940), P/O J.G. Burchill (J26989) and P/O W.R. Parks (J27028) were Taken onStrength from No.2 Wireless School, Calgary, as staff pilots.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 11:50 NIGHT - 7:15

21 July/43. At 1530 hours, Lysander 2354, piloted by Sgt. Tuck, C.E. experienced a forced landing 15 miles N.W. of aerodrome in a field due to motor failure. No damage resulted from the forcedlanding and the plane was repaired and flown back to the station. LAC fox, A.H. was the passenger. Neither occupant was injured.A/F/L D.M. Layton was appointed to the rank of T/F/L, effective 17th August, 1942.The following Struck off Strength on posting to No.l “Y” Depot: P/O J. Carr (J21035) P/O W.D.Robertson (J20812) F/O H.B. Hutchinson (J20172), P/O P.L. Dodwell (J20910) and F/O R.A. Lyons(J20160) to be included in a draft for Overseas.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 18:00 NIGHT - Nil

22 July/43. At 1230 hours, Bolingbroke MK IV T No. 10181, piloted by WO2 Simpson, R., wasslightly damaged when on take off the aircraft failed to gain sufficient speed and height and the tailwheel caught a fence wire and pulled up two posts. The aircraft made a circuit and landed. Passengers were LAC Richardson, P.L.A., LAC Burns, A., and LAC Pearse, G.E., all W.A.G.’s. All

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occupants were uninjured.P/O P. Wagner (GB918061) and P/O A.M. Penman (NZ416154), and P/O R.S.McGibbon (J20908)Struck off Strength on posting to No.l “Y” Depot, Halifax, for Oversead Draft. This is a total of nineofficers (bombers) who have left No.8 B.&G. School in the past week for Overseas.A “Hangar Cleanliness” campaign has been started and the hangars are showing good results.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 13:30 NIGHT - 7:15

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23 July/43. During the afternoon, Anson MK II No.11297, piloted by P/O J. G. Burchill, circled theairport several times before the wheels would lower. When they finally lowered, the pilot landed theaircraft, rolled along almost to the end of the runway, when the wheels retracted. This occurred at1600 hours. Two props and pitot tube were damaged. The pilot was uninjured.The "Old Crocks" played a very high quality of softball last evening against the Station Team. Theoccasion was made funnier by the grotesque costumes of the "Old Crocks." The final score waseventually straightened around and much to the surprise of everyone the "Old Crocks" won 7-5.W.A.G. Course No.57, which commenced 14th June, 1943, graduated today, which included 12RCAF, 9 RNZAF, and 2 RAAF, a total of 23 airmen. The entire course passed; R189085 LACFulcher, E.R. received a bracelet for top man on the Station; R87091 Sgt. Kirby, O.C., stood first inthe Course, and NZ416959 LAC Otway, A.W., received the bullet. 9 Graduates were posted toNo.3 O.T.U. Patricia Bay, B.C., 5 to No.31 O.T.U, Debert, N.S., 4 to No.7 A.O.S. Portage La Prairie, 2to No.8 A.O.S. Ancienne Lorette, P.Q., and 3 to Eastern Air Command, Halifax, N.B.Air Bomber Course No .81, which commenced training 5th May, 1943, with a total of 51, graduatedtoday. The graduates consisted of 20 RCAF, 7 RNZAF, 4 RAAF and 13 RAF. Rl68703 LAC Plotkins,L.J. and R157362 LAC Robinson, C.J., led for honours — each received a bracelet. NZ421686 LACDawson, R.C, received the bomb. Wastage was a total of 7. 11 posted to No.l A.O.S. Malton, 31 toNo.21 A.O.S., Edmonton, and 2 to No.5 A.O.S., Winnipeg.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 13.15 NIGHT - Nil

24 July/43. 14 RCAF personnel reported on this Station for W.A.G. Course No.60, which commencesJuly 26th,1943.The W.D. were again hostesses last evening to a group of Airmen in the W.D. Recreational Centre.There were approximately 50 couples. These informal dances are a highlight in Stationentertainment. A sudden thunder, lightning and rain storm struck the station. A bolt of lightningstruck a telephone pole outside the officers' quarters, burning out a large fuse. It was quickly repairedwhen the storm passed by.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 14:30 NIGHT - Nil

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25 July/43. 45 Airmen have reported on this Station for Course No.87 (Air Bombers), whichcommences 26th July/43. This group is made up of 34 RAF and 11 RCAF.The regular morning Church Services were held. Mrs. S. Wright, wife of Flight Lieutenant G.S.Wright, Works & Buildings officer, added to the Protestant Church Service by singing "Lord HowLovely are Thy Dwellings". Flight Lieutenant Dodgson's sermon was in connection with Works &Buildings. The Padre is taking the various sections of the Station and applying the work they do to

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our job in Life, It is very interesting.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 14:05 NIGHT - Nil

26 July/43. The W.D. did themselves and the station proud last evening, by soundly trouncing theW.D.'s from No.7 S.F.T.S. MacLeod, in the Softball match. But the men's team did not fare so well. They were beaten very badly. It has been suggested the score remain a military secret. Later in theevening the four teams, and friends of the players, joined in on a weiner roast which was held down bythe River. Hot dogs and coffee, a huge bonfire, plus an accordian, rose nobly to the occasion. Allwho attended loudly proclaimed the gaiety and success of tho event.A special C.O.'s Parade was held this morning at 0700 hours - the dress- Service blues. The Ensignwas raised at 0715 hours. A deliberate disobeying of a command given to 5 Airmen by theCommanding Officer, was the cause for the early parade. The Commanding Officer spoke to theWing, pointing out his duties as Commanding Officer, our duties, and what is expected of every manand woman working on an RCAF Station as far as discipline is concerned.R172515 LAC Pratt, F.B., Course 86 (Air Bombers), holds the Station Record for the ObstacleCourse. His time is 1 minute, 24 seconds. The course is approximately 300 yards long. This sport ispart of the P.T. instruction.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 17:05 NIGHT - 6:l5

27 July/43. Flight Lieutenant G.S. Wright (C8898) Works & Buildings officer, was posted to No.37S.F.T.S. Calgary, Alta. effective 29th July,1943.Yesterday afternoon GB1600132 LAC Wigg, T.C.W., pared 2 seconds off LAC Pratt's record in theObstacle Race. The new record is 1 minute, 22 seconds, which will be difficult to beat.Squadron Leader J.T. Taylor (C2193),is being replaced by Flight Lieutenant D.A. Lane (C5605),whilst on leave. Flying Officer M.W. McDonald (C5264) has temporarily assumed duties asAdjutant. Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 20:05 NIGHT - Nil

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28 July/43. Flight Lieutenant H.E. Wight (C8750) has been Taken on Strength, effective July 28th/43;from No.37 S.F.T.S. Calgary, Alta., to take the place of Flight Lieutenant G.S. Wright (C8898).The Station Soccer Team defeated No.2 F.I.S. Pearce, Alta. at the Pearce grounds last evening. Thescore was 3-0. The Soccer Team now feel they can hold their heads up.The Obstacle Course record was again broken yesterday, this time by R160678 LAC Poxon, L.F, ofCourse 84B. The new record is 1 minute, 21 seconds. The competition seems very strong.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 18:40 NIGHT - 6:05

29 July/43. 48 RAF reported on this Station from Moncton, N.B. for Course No.88 (Air Bombers),which commences August 9th,1943.RAF Air Commodore Lord Stansgate, D.P.R., who is on his way from California to Fairbanks, Alaska,via air, arrived on the Station last evening to pay his compliments to Group Captain Lister, whilstwaiting change over of T.C.A. planes.The N.C.O.'s defeated the officers last evening with the astounding score of 18 - 6. It seems that theN.C.O.'s are right on the job.Flight Lieutenant G.S. Wright (C8898) was presented at noon today with a beautiful silver tray, before

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leaving for his new Station, No.37 S.F.T.S. Calgary, Alta.- Also, some very humorous photographstaken of him dressed up in his brilliant red sash and numerous valuable (?) medals. Flight LieutenantWright, who was Works & Buildings officer, laid the attractive stone fireplace in the Officers' Messby himself.Pilot Officer R.W. Featherstonhaugh (J27878) reported for duty from No.2 B. & G. School,Mossbank, Sask. effective 29th July/43.Maximum possible flying time: DAY - 16:00 NIGHT - Nil

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30 July/43. Last evening the Station Soccer Team, made up entirely of RAF personnel, defeated aCanadian Team from No.7 S.F.T.S. MacLeod - Score 2-1.The W.D. held a very successful weiner roast last evening. Over 100 airmen and airwoman indulgedin hot dogs and coffee around a blazing fire down by the River. Music was provided by a guitar andviolin duo - so well as quartettes — and a sing song. It was a beautiful evening, and many RAF,RAAF and RNZAF experienced their first picnic of this kind.Maximum possible flying time: - DAY - 16:40 NIGHT - Nil

31 July/43. Flying Officer H.A. Maguiri (C20762) and Pilot Officer J.W. Hubbard (J24465), No. 124Ferry Squadron Detachment, ceased to be attached to this School on transfer to No. 124 FerrySquadron Detachment, Calgary, Alta., effective 31st July/43.Flying Officer G.F. Craft (C4972), No.124 Ferry Squadron Detachment, has been transferred toNo.124 Ferry Squadron Detachment, RCAF, Rockcliffe, Ont., effective 31st July,1943.Flight Lieutenant T.L. Morrella (C3005), O.C. Flying, has been appointed to the rank of ActingSquadron Leader, effective July 1st,1943.Flying Officer G.R. Henry (C9298), Accountant Officer, was appointed to the rank of Acting FlightLieutenant, effective July 1st,1943. Flying Officer M.R. Jordon (C4597) O.C. Drogue Hangar, andFlying Officer H.W.G. Fuller (C8696) O.C. of Servicing Squadron, were appointed to the rank ofActing Flight Lieutenant, effective July lst,1943.Total number of RCAF visitors by air to this Station during July were 378. The number of U.S.A.visitors by Air have been 10.Maximum possible flying time:- DAY - 17.00 NIGHT - Nil

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31 July/43. (Cont'd).

TOTAL NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT ON CHARGE THIRTY-FIRST OF JULY, 1943 - BOLINGBROKE IV 22

BOLINGBROKE Dual 1 ANSON 11 43

LYSANDER 111 18 HARVARD 11 1 MOTH 2 TOTAL 87

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TOTAL FLYING TIME FOR MONTH OF JULY: 3377 hours 15 minutes.

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31 July/43. STRENGTH AS AT THIRTY-FIRST OF JULY, 1943: - R.C.A.F. OFFICERS 90 AIRMEN 784 OFFICERS (W.D.) 3 AIRWOMEN 175 TRAINEES 137 - 1189 1189 R.A.F. OFFICERS 1 AIRMEN 11 TRAINEES 191 - 1392



TRAINEES 35 -1481 37 C.D.C. OFFICERS 2 C.D.C . OTHER RANKS 3 C.P.C. OTHER RANKS 3 CIVILIANS 100 - 1589 108 #124 Ferry Squadron OFFICERS 5 OTHER RANKS 26 - 1620 31 U.S.A.A.F. (OTHER RANKS) 5 - 1625 - TOTAL

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(M.D. Lister) G/C, C.O. #8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alta.

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Aug. 1/43. Wing Commander R.C. Mair (C152) and Wing Commander S.G. Chalk (C3952) visitedthis Unit to inspect the various sections.Wing Commander G.R.F. Gross (C182) returned from 4 months' Temporary Duty to the UnitedKingdom.Pilot Officer W.F. Cox (J24031), has been posted to No. l "Y" Depot, effective 4th August,1943.Pilot Officer J. Wood (J24031), Pilot Of ficer H. Bate (J24015) and Pilot Officer H.W. Lehti (J23735)were S.O.S. on posting to No. l "Y" Depot, effective 2nd August,1943.Seven babies were baptized by F/L H.S. Dodgson, Station Chaplain (P), in the Officers' Lounge today.The proud parents were:- Pilot Officer 4 Mrs. Gillingwater, Flying Officer & Mrs. Moore, PilotOfficer & Mrs. Gray, Pilot Officer & Mrs. Bate, Pilot Officer & Mrs. Lowen, Flight Lieutenant & Mrs.Henry and Flight Lieutenant & Mrs. Fuller. Flowers behind the attractive altar added the touch of achapel.Bolingbroke #9875 piloted by Sgt. Moyer, J.D. forced landed in a wheat field 18 miles S.W. ofaerodrome, resulting from a broken oil line leading to the starboard engine. No damage resulted andno one was , injured. Passenger was Sgt. Tilling, A.J. (AEM).Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night 8:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day 8:30 Night Nil

Aug.2/43. The feature "Hitler’s Children" is to be shown at the station theatre this evening.Several new appointments amongst the ranks were shown in today's D.R.O’s.Possible Flying Hours: Day 11:30 Night NilHours Flying Carried out: Day 9:45 Night Nil Aug. 3/43. Soccer and Softball are the two important sports being entered into on the Station now. On the side there is tennis, badminton and fencing.GB996215 Cpl. W.E.Crane, GB659129 LAC Johnstone, A. have been awarded a Good ConductBadge. Pilot Officer D.A. Fowlie (J26942) reported here from No. F.I.S., Trenton, effective 3rdAug./43.Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night 7:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day 10:00 Night Nil

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Aug. 4, 1943. Pilot Officer G.H. Alley (J24760) has been posted to No.l F.I.S., Trenton, effective 4thAug./43.Last night the Station Team defeated the Internment Camp Staff Team 27 - 3. The game was calledat the end of five innings.Possible Flying Hours: Day 10:00 Night 8:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day 8:00 Night Nil

Aug. 5, 1943. Squadron Leader G.E. Grindlay (GB75693) left on T.D. for Rockcliffe, Ont. to take acourse in Aircraft Recognition.Baron Silvercruys, accompanied by the Belgian Air Attache Captain J, Dricq, and Squadron LeaderR.A. Kendrick, Liaison Officer (Allied Nations), arrived in Lethbridge via T.C.A. this morning,leaving by service aircraft, for Medicine Hat this afternoon. Group Captain M.D. Lister conducted the

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visitors over the Station.Possible Flying Hours: Day 11:00 Night 5:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day 7:45 Night Nil Aug.6, 1943. Flying Officer M.P. MacDonald (C7732) has been recategorized Nursing Sister,effective 16 July, 1943. Pilot Officer E.R. McLeod (C21702) has been recategorized Nursing Sisterth

(Provisional), effective 16th July,1943.W.D. Personnel again entertained at a Weiner Roast down by the River.A Write-up on the Station Padres at No.8 Bombing & Gunnery School, appeared in the LethbridgeHerald.Wing Commander W. Hobson and Squadron Leader J.S. Irvin (C1287) from No.4 Training Command,arrived here to discuss simulation bombing exercises.W.A.G. Course No.58, which commenced 28th June,1943, and was made up of 15 Australians and 1New Zealander, graduated today. All graduated except one who is in hospital. The bullet was givento AUS423682 LAC Egan, M.G. The bracelet was presented to AUS423293 LAC Riekie, D.R. Thetop man throughout the whole course was AUS426934 LAC Willmore, A.H. Postings were asfollows:- 11 to No.32 O.T.U., Patricia Bay, 3 to No.l "Y" Depot, Halifax and 1. to No,2 A.O.S..Edmonton. Alta.Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night 7:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day 9:45 Night NilAir Bombers Course No.82 commenced their course May l7, 1943, with a personnel of 48 - graduatedtoday, consisting of 42 R.A.F. and 1 R.A.A.F, - wastage of 5 men. GB1398105 LAC Riley, F.C. waspresented with the bracelet, and GB1317511 LAC Lewis, N.J. presented with the bomb.

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Aug. 7, 1943. The Dental Clinic has commenced to inspect the teeth of every service personnel onthis Station.Baron Silvercruys and party stopped over between planes this morning. The Commanding Officerand Adjutant met them and the entire party had breakfast in the Officers' Mess.A. W.D. Recruiting Campaign filled the weekend paper of the Lethbridge Herald. A message fromthe Commanding Officer, concerning the W.D. in the Armed Forces, as well as a series of write-upson various officers and airmen on this station and their positions, were also included.Nursing Sister E.R.McLeod reported to No.2 W.S. on T.D., effective 7th August,1943 until August31,1943.Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night NilHours Flying Carried out: Day 10:35 Night Nil

Aug. 8,1943. Protestant services conducted by Flight Lieutenant H.S. Dodgson were held as usual inthe Recreational Hall at 11:30 A.M. R.C. Services were held at 8 A.M. in the Recreational Hall byFlight Lieutenant W.J. Cassidy.The R.A.F. defeated the Anzacs 56 - 52 in a close game of cricket. A continuation of the game willbe played on Tuesday evening.Thirteen Cadet Officers reported at this Unit for a Cadet Instructors' Course.Possible Flying Hours: Day 11:00 Night 7:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day 9.35 Night Nil

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Aug. 9, 1943. The movie "Forever and a Day" was played to a full house last evening.Pilot Officer J.F. MacDonald (J27867) has been posted to No.12 Communication Squadron,Rockcliffe, effective 9th August,1943.The Station hardball team defeated Picture Butte team, the champions of Southern Alberta. Possible Flying Hours: Day 12.00 Night 9:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 9:30 Night 7:30

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Aug. 10, 1943. Pilot Officer H. Remington (J26955), "Pilot", reported here from No. 1 F.I.S., Trenton,effective August 6 , 1943.th

R92063 F/S chaster, J.B., Pilot "So. Gp." was appointed to the rank of Pilot Officer, effective April,1943. A rehearsal of the newly formed Choir will be held this evening in the Recreational Hall. It is hopedthis is the basis also for a Glee Club.Pilot Officer L.K. Lynn (NYG) reported to this Station from R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View. Ont.,effective 10th August,1943. Possible Flying Hours: Day 9:00 Night 10:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 7:45 Night 6:30

Aug. 12/43. Squadron Leader E. B. Howard (C1813), Command Chartered Accountant, arrived onTemporary Duty from No.4 Training Command.."Pride of the Yankees" is the feature in the Station Theatre tonight.The Softball team lost the first game of the playoffs with “Huttons”last evening.Flying Officer R.A. Lyons J210160 who left this station July 21st for Overseas, died suddenly inHalifax, N.S.; the cause was a ruptured appendix. The Funeral was held at Didsbury, Alta., near hishome. Pilot Officer S.B. McDougall (J24539) represented No. 8 Bombing & Gunnery School, at thefuneral.Possible Flying Hours: Day 10:00 Night 6:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 8:15 Night 4:35

Aug. 11/43. Group Captain Davidson, C.A.(C1232), from No. 4 Training Command, paid a visit toGroup Captain M.D. Lister (C168).Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night 4:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 10:10 Night 2:40

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Aug.13/43. The monthly Mess Dinner was held in the Officers' Mess at 1300 hours. WingCommander G. R.F. Gross (C183), gave an interesting account of his Tour of Duty in Britain. WingCommander W. Hobson and Squadron Leader J.S. Irvin (C1287), of No.4 Training Command werethe guests of honour. Wing Commander W. Hobson has just arrived in this country from England. He is now taking the place of Wing Commander K. Gray (33057).Pilot Officer F.T. Ridge-Williams (C22328) was appointed to the rank of Temporary Flying Officer, effective 24th April, 1943.The new Joint lounge for Airmen and Airwomen, adjacent to the Airmen's Canteen, opened today. It

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is beautifully fitted, and is an attractive asset to this Station.Possible Flying Hours: Day 13:00 Night 5:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 9:35 Night Nil

Aug. 14/43. Classification Tests for remuster to Aircrew will be given by the Education Officer.The following Officers are appointed to supervise the voting of all Australians on this Station in thecoming Australian General Elections,1943: - AUS421412 P/O D.A. Stevens and AUS422392 P/O P.Blown.On August 9th,1343, a smoke puff accidentally went off in Anson #7387, piloted by P/O W.T.Gillingwater (J24453). He landed the aircraft safely on the aerodrome. The passengers wereuninjured., but the pilot was slightly burned on the arm.Possible Flying Hours: Day l4:00 Night 4:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 10:10 Night Nil

Aug. 15/43. Flying Officer R.H. Porter (C20491) AE, reported in on Temporary Duty to visitSquadron Leader R.F.E. Kempster (C2273), regarding workshop establishments.Pilot Officer J.A. Davy (J24466) is carrying on the duties of A/S/O J.E. Jackson (V30442) during hertwo weeks' leave. Possible Flying Hours: Day 11:00 Night Nil Hours Flying Carried out: Day 9:10 Night Nil

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Aug. 16/43. Last night at Henderson Park a very fast and thrilling game of baseball was playedbetween Picture Butte and No.8 B. &. G. - Score 6-6.W.O. 11 Martin . L. (R109535), a pilot on this station for some considerable time, has been posted toNo. 12 Communications Squadron, Rockcliffe, 0nt.Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night 9:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 8:5O Night 7:00

Aug. 17/43. Daily weather reports are proving very monotonous. In that the "Met." men are uncannyin their predictions of “Ceiling and Visibility unlimited” — they sure get the breaks during aLethbridge summer.Last evening our soccer team, No. 8 Gunners, that we know are good, were defeated 2-1 in a splendidmatch at Pearce, Alta. It was our first defeat and it just can't happen again - we hope!Ah! at last we have some Cricket players, and will soon have a regular schedule of games beingplayed. With the Cosmopolitan aircrew now in training we should have lots of good entertainment,and how!Pilot Officer S.J. Cairns (C24462), has been transferred to No. l24 Ferry Squadron Detachment,Calgary, but hope that in the course of his duty he will drop in on us again.Last night we took the "Huttons" to the cleaners in a soft ball game, the score being 13 - 0, and nowwe are in the semi-finals for the White Lunch trophy.Possible Flying Hours: Day 14:00 Night 5:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 10:40 Night Nil

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Aug. 18/43. Wing Commander G.R.F. Gross (Cl82), proceeded on Temporary Duty to Calgary tobring back MOST Secret Publications.Flight Lieutenant L. Mathieson (C4526) ARM. has been posted to No.2 Air Gunners Ground TrainingSchool, Trenton, Ont., and is now under training to become an Air Gunner.Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night 4:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day 10:30 Night Nil

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Aug. 19/43. GB1006251 LAC McLean, D.R., Air Bomber "Std", of Course No.87, has been awardedthe "Good Conduct Badge", effective June 24, 1943.Squadron Leader E.C. Miller (C945), of No.4 Training Command, arrived by Air at 0900 hours today,and accompanying him were Squadron Leader E.A. Blenhard C2074) and Squadron Leader G.M.Monteith (C2352), from No. 11 E. .Flight Lieutenant L. Jenkins (C4304) arrived on the station on Temporary Duty, by Rail, to carry outan inspection of our fire fighting equipment.Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night Nil Hours Flying Carried out: Day 9:20 Night Nil

Aug. 20/43. A Wings Parade was held at 1600 hours for the Graduating Class - Course 59, W.A.G.’s,wings being presented by Group Captain M.D. Lister(Cl68). The original intake of the Course was24, all R.C.A.F., from No.3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, of which there were 22 graduates. 12 wereposted to No.2 A.O.S. Edmonton, 5 to No. l "Y" Depot, Halifax, and 5 to Western Air Command,Vancouver, B.C. The top man of the course was R51228 Sgt. Townsend, L.M.J., who was presentedwith the bracelet, and R92215 Sgt. Rutherford, H.D. received the bullet.Air Bombers Course No.83, with an original intake of 48, commenced training 3lst May, 1943 andgraduated today, with 45 going out. The graduates consisted of 17 R.C.A.F., 8 R.A.F. and 20R.A.A.F. AUS 422943 LAC Flory, M.A. was presented with the bracelet as top man, and AUS 429301LAC Andersen, P.R. received the bomb. 38 were posted to No.2 A.O.S. Edmonton, and 7 to No.5A.O.S. Winnipeg.No.8 B. & G. is no longer behind the Eight Ball — McLeod, our friendly rivals, were beaten by ourteam 4-2.We are going "all out" for the coming Track Meet on August 30th, and both airmen and airwomen arehard at work every morning and evening.After the Baseball game last night a grand weiner roast took place under the able management of

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Aug. 20/43. Flight Lieutenant H.S. Dodgson, our P. Padre; and Milt Moffat, our Auxiliary Servicesrepresentative acted as M.C., and a grand time was had by all. Over 80 W.D.’s and airmen werepresent.Possible Flying Hours: Day 14:00 Night 5:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day 10:25 Night Nil

Aug. 21/43. Squadron Leader J.M. Watts (C2099), arrived from Montreal and arranged a Militaryfuneral for R160872 Sgt. Ewert, J., to be held at 1400 hours at Coaldale, Alta. Pilot Officer W.T.

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Gillingwater (J24453) and an escort of 12 airman carried out the ceremony.Harvest Leave Board, consisting of C2l53 S/L. J.T. Taylor, C2278 S/L R.F.E. Kempster, and J21848F/O. C.L. Andrew, has been formed to consider the large number of Harvest Leave applications.Possible Flying Hours: Day 12:00 Night NilHours Flying Carried out: Day 9:25 Night Nil

Aug. 22/43. The regular Monthly Officers' Mess dance was held last evening in the Officers' Messand we again had the good fortune in obtaining the Macleod dance orchestra who sure can swing it. Those of as who imbibe a little were unduly worried about the success of the dance owing to theextreme rationing of liquor in Alberta. Everyone had a grand time despite this regretful shortage andwe all are looking eagerly towards the next dance.Our station baseball team played Picture Butte in the first game of the White Lunch Trophy lastevening, the score being two-two - a tie.Possible Flying Hours: Day 10:00 Night NilHours Flying Carried out: Day 8:40 Night Nil

Aug. 23/43. Squadron Leader Sloan (C7310) and Flying Officer Mettiot (C28440) arrived from #4Training Command via C.P.R. at 1330 hours and carried out a routine inspection of our MotorTransport Section.The first drill class for Junior Officers is to be held on Monday, August 23rd.Possible Flying Hours: Day 11:00 Night 8:00Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 9:45 Night - Nil

Aug. 24/43 Station personnel are taking a deep interest in the coming sports day. Airmen andairwomen are practicing faithfully every evening.

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Aug. 24/43 Possible Flying Hours: Day - 12:00 Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:30 Night - Nil

Aug. 25/43. Group Captain M. D. Lister (Cl68) has gone on Temporary Duty to Gieger Field,Spokane, Washington, by air. Wing Commander G.R.F. Gross (C182) assumes temporary command. Possible Flying Time: Day - 10:00 Night 5:00 Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 9:15 Night - 4:00

Aug. 26/43. Squadron Leader G.E. Grindlay returned from Temporary Duty at Rockcliffe, effective25th Aug. The above officer proceeded on temporary Duty to Geiger Field, Spokane, Wash. with theCommanding Officer.The following are the events for the Track Meet: -Events Events for W.D.s 100 yard dash Broad Jump 75 yard dash Hammer Nail Race220 yard dash High Jump 100 yard dash Make-up Race440 yard dash Shot Put (16 lbs) 220 yard dash½ mile Baseball Throw High Jump Medley Race (220 and 440 and 880) Tug-of-war (12) Shuttle Relay

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Shuttle Relay (2) Sack Race Softball Throw Lysander No. 2361 piloted by Sgt. Taylor made a normal landing, taxied 50 yards and then aircraftswung violently to the left and the tailplane and port wing tip touched ground. The aircraft hadacquired drift after landing. There was slight damage to the airframe. Passenger was LAC Taylor,E.M., and both he and the pilot were uninjured. Course 86 defeated Course 88 by 8 runs in a game of cricket.P/O A. Booth (J21040), P/O H.J. Markham (J22064), P/O T.L. Falconer (J22066), A/F/O N.L.Stephenson (J16581), P/O S.B. Williscroft (J21423) and P/O W.E. Lemmon (J26050) have beenappointed to the rank of Temporary Flying Officer effective August 20th/43.

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Aug. 26/43 Nursing Sister (Prov.) E.R. McLeod (C21702) has been appointed to the rank of NursingSister, effective 14 June/43.th

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Aug. 27/43 A prairie fire broke out in the N.E. corner of the range today at noon.P/O J.A. Staniforth (N.Y.G.) and P/O C. Weller (N.Y.G.) reported to this station from R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View, effective 25th and 26th August, respectively.S/L M.K. Young (C5877) proceeded on Temporary Duty to No. 6 I.T.S., Toronto on a course.Squadron Leader J.T. Taylor (C2193) reported to No. 3 S.F.T.S., Calgary on Temporary Duty to attenda Court-Martial.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 12:00 Night - 9:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:00 Night - 6:10

Aug. 28/43 The fire on the range has spread considerably. Contingents of station personnel arebeing kept busy battling the flames.The W.D.s did an excellent job of defeating the Kresge girls last night. The score gave us all a verygood idea of the calibre of our W.D.s ball playing - 22-11.The Station Team tied with No. 7 S.F.T.S. in a closely contested Soccer Same.Group Captain M.D. Lister (Cl68) ceased to be on Temporary Duty at Geiger Field, Spokane, Wash.,eff. 26th Aug.Arriving on Temporary Duty from No. 12 O.T.U., E.A.C. by air and departing by rail for No. 4 T.C.,and again back to this Unit was Flight Lieutenant R.J. Candy GB79229 A.G. This officer departed forNo. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank the same day. F/L Candy was here on a liaison tour.The entire personnel of the station was C.B. last evening to enable those in charge of the fire fightingto have a reserve to draw from.It has burned an area of 80 square miles. The fire is now well under control.

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Aug. 29/43 The regular Church Services were held today. Squadron Leader J.G. Sparling (C4230),

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Command Chaplain, took part in the Protestant Services. The Commanding Officer, Group CaptainM.D. Lister, read the lesson.Bolingbroke No. 9975, piloted by Sergeant Pilot Shaw, D. took off as target aircraft. When returning,to airport after the exercise the starboard airscrew flew off in the vicinity of the Air Firing & BombingRange. The pilot landed the aircraft without further damage. Passengers were F/O L.J. Isaacson,Sgt. Ingram, C.A. and Sgt. Jackson, W., all uninjured. The pilot is to be commended for his excellenthandling of the aircraft and his safe return to the aerodrome.Possible Flying hours: Day - 10:00 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:55 Night - Nil

Aug. 30/43 A very successful Sports Day was held this afternoon with a large number of contestantstaking part. It was a perfect day for such an event and everyone enjoyed himself thoroughly, besidesgetting a beautiful sunburn. The winners of todays event will compete against No. 7 S.F.T.S.Macleod in their sports on 6th of Sept./43.The following are the final results of the preliminary field and Track Meet:Standing by Sections — G.I.S. Trainees - 925 points Headquarters 675 points Maintenance 650 points A. T.S. 400 points.AC1 Beattie, R.F. and LAW Makerenko, R. were the individual champions receiving 300 and 425points, respectively.The Commanding Officer is at present on Temporary Duty at Calgary at a Commanding Officers’Conference. Wing Commander G.R.F. Gross (C162) has assumed Temporary Command of theStation.

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Aug. 30/43 Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:00 Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried Cut: Day - 4:30 Night - NilThe Trade Test Board consisting of Flight Lieutenant V.A. Pogue C2815, Flying Officer L.E.F. MylesC20483, Flying Officer D. McNair C8005, and Pilot Officer R.F. McConnell arrived on the stationtoday to conduct the quarterly Trade Tests. Personnel in 32 trades will receive oral examinations.Approximately 362 took Trade Tests.No. 8 B. & G. School won the White Lunch Cup last evening for their brilliant game in which PictureButte was defeated.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:00 Night - 7:00 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:55 Night - 5:00

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PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D. Civilians R.C.A.F. ............................ 86 758 180

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W.D. ....................... 3 Nursing Sisters. ..... 2

SERVICE PERSONNEL OTHER THEN R.C.A.F. C.P.C. ................. 3

C.D.C. ................ 2 4 R.A.F. ................. 1 R.N.Z.A.F. .......... 2 R.A.A.F. ............. 2 U.S.A.A.C........... 5 CIVILIANS Barrack Officer ....... 1 Others ..................... 99 TOTAL STAFF 98 770 180 100 #124 Ferry Squadron 1 24

TRAINEESR.C.A.F. .......................... 110

R.A.F. .............................. 1 193 R.A.A.F. .......................... 34 R.N.Z.A.F. ...................... 2 64

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Aug. 30/43 AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Lysander ............... 3 9 Bolingbroke ......... 8 14 Anson ................... 22 18 Harvard ................ 1 NIL Moth .................... NIL 2

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Total number of hours flow during August: 3,242.

(M.D. Lister) G/C C.O., No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alberta.

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1 Sept./43. A heavy hailstorm broke suddenly late this afternoon causing several aircraft in the air tobe caught. It blew over in approximately ten minutes.P/O H.E. McCombs (J286314), Pilot, reported to this station from No. 1 F.I.S., Trenton, Ont.F/L J.H. Watts (C2099) reported on this station from No. 3 T.C. H.Q., Montreal, eff. 1 Sept./43.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:40 Night - 15:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:45 Night - 10:15

2 Sept./43 The Commanding Officer's Parade was held as usual this morning at 0845 hours. W/CG.R.F. Gross (C182) was Inspecting Officer due to the absence of G/C M.D. Lister (C168). Theadvance was at 0800 hours and the Ensign was raised at 0810 hours. Flying commenced immediatelyfollowing dispersal. The four squadrons consist of: No. 1 Maintenance Wing No. 2 Headquarters Squadron No. 3 Air Training Wing No. 4 Air Training Wing.W/C G.R.F. Gross (C182) relinquished temporary command of this School on return of G/C M.D.Lister (C168), who resumes Command.Today has been clear and sunny although a cold wind kept it from getting warm, The first frost ofautumn was seen on the roofs this morning.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:00 Night - 6:50Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:55 Night - 1:10

3 Sept./43 Two staff Sergeants recently posted to this Unit received their commissions effective 20Aug./43. They are: P/O N. Grinstain (N.Y.G.) and P/O L.I. Tallman (N.Y.G.).S/L M.K. Young (C5877) has proceeded to Toronto on temporary duty to attend a coarse on AviationMedicine.

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3 Sept./43 #738 FS Edmond, P.J., G.D. (Std) is entitled to receive a further ten cents a day, havingserved three years in the rank of Flight Sergeant. This N.C.O. is employed in the office of the StationSergeant Major.Ceiling and visibility unlimited although a heavy wind has been blowing causing great clouds of duet.W.A.G. Course No. 6o, which commenced 26th July/43, finished today. The course consisted of l4airmen. All were R.C.A.F. One airman was Chinese. Following are the postings: #34 O.T.Y. Pennfield Ridge, N.B. - 9 #1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, N.S. - 3 #5 "M" Depot, Lachine, P.Q. - 2R1I98636 LAC Collins, R.S. was top man in his class and was presented with both the bracelet andbullet.Air Bombers Course No. 84, which commenced l4th June/43, graduated today. There were nofailures. The class consisted of the following: R.C.A.F. - 21 R.A.F. - 15 R.A.A.F. - 3 R.N.Z.A.F. - 6 Belgium - 1 Dutch - 2There were a total of 48 on this course. R182767 LAC Holmlund, M.E. won the bullet and

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GB1507972 LAC Insley, H. won the bracelet and bomb. Following are the posting: #2 A.O.S., Edmonton - 40 #5 A.O.S., Winnipeg - 8Inventory Holders were Called in today by the Commander Officer to discuss the forthcomingstocktaking.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 11:00 Night - 12:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 10:35 Night - 8:35

4 Sept./43 S/L R.E. Norman (C1543) has been posted to No. 2 "M" Depot, Brandon, Man., eff. 4Sept./43. We are indeed sorry to see this officer leave.P/O D.M. Grant (J27640), Pilot, reported on this station from No. 3 F.I.S., Arnprior, eff. 1 Sept./43.Independent Checkers were called into the Commanding Officer's office and their duties explainedto them.A heavy rain and windstorm blew up late this afternoon causing flying to be washed out.At 0830 hours, Bolingbroke No. 9976 piloted by F/O Watson, taxied into Bolingbroke No.10122,which was parked and unoccupied. This was caused by failure of the cable control on the brakes. The damage

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4 Sept./43 to the airframes was slight and no occupants of Bolingbroke No. 9976 wore injured.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 10:00 Night - 8:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 9:15 Night - Nil

5 Sept./43 The morning Church Services were held as usual by H/F/L Cassidy (R.C.) and H/F/LDodgson (P) at 0800 hours and 1130 hours respectively.A cloudy day which cleared up in the afternoon.F/L P. Melling (C23190) (Medical) has been posted to No. 36 S.F.T.S., Penhold, Alta. eff. 5thSept./43.Possible Flying Hours: Day. 11:00 Night- 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:30 Night- Nil

6 Sept./43 The station is being well represented at No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod's Field Day. The W.D.Softball Team, Men's Softball Team and a group of track and field stars made the trip down thismorning.Today has been a typical Labour Day holiday - cold and rainy, although, of course, business does notstop in the Air Force for such a holiday as this.LAC Rutten, G. won the South Eastern Alberta Golf Championship at Medicine Hat. He waspresented with a beautiful trophy.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 12:35 Night - 9:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:55 Night - 8:55

7 Sept./43 The A.O.C. of No. 4 T.C., A.V.M. G.R. Howsam, M.C., (C33) paid a visit to this station. The Commanding Officer conducted the A.O.C. on a tour of the Station.Opposition was very difficult at Macleod yesterday but our men and women put up a very goodshowing.

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S/L E.A. Blanchard (C2074), S.E.O., reported on this station from No. 11 E.D., Calgary, eff. 7Sept./43.

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7 Sept./43 Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:00 Night - 12:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 9:50 Night- 8:30

8 Sept./43 A warmday today with visibility and ceiling unlimited.Italy surrenders! This important capitulation was celebrated by the screech of fire engine andambulances sirens, the shooting off of flares, a general salute and a high feeling amongst the men andwomen on the station.A/V/M L.S. Breadner (C37) who spoke over the air reminded us that as proud of our victory as wemay be, we must remember it was the men over there who won this victory and we must strive morethan over towards reaching our goal in this country.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 9:50 Night - 10:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:45 Night - 8:30

9 Sept./43 This has been an exceptional quiet day, probably due to the fact that some found that theroute march and commando course was too much to cope with.The Commanding Officer had all three wings, Maintenance, Headquarters and A.T.W. on a twentyminute route march immediately after Commanding Officer’s parade this morning. The men wereled by their officers over, through and around the commando course, while the W.D.s were marchedalong siide. Their lack of participation is due, we believe, to the wearing of skirts and fine silk (?)stockings - lucky people, but to make up for this omission their route march was extended a little. Everyone whose blood was running slowly on parade and were bundled up in blues immediately feltvery uncomfortable.The weather has been perfect for flying - little or wind.Possible Flying Hours: Day 10:30 Night - 11:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 8:00 Night - 9:35

10 Sept./43 P/O N.P. Troy (N.Y.G.), Air Bomber, and P/O W.W. Sublett (N.Y.G.), Air Bomber,arrived on this Station from R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View, Ont.The new Duty Pool and Duty Watch system goes into effect today. The Station has now beenseparated into four Duty Pools. Twenty-five percent of the Station are to be on Duty Watch on theweekend and they will carry out normal duties during Saturday and Sunday, 25% of the Station will beon a 48 for Saturday and Sunday and the remainder of the Station, i.e., 50% may be granted Sundayoff, at the discretion of their

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10 Sept./43 Unit or Section Commanders.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:50 Night - 10:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:30 Night - 9:50

11 Sept./43 The men's softball team evened the City championship series with the Lethbridge

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Brewers, taking the second game 11 to 5. The final game is to be next Wednesday.Today has been very warm - a clear and unclouded sky.It has also been very quiet, perhaps because of the new 48 hour pass system.At 1100 hours Lysander #2439, piloted by FS Conway, W.G., made a forced landing on the Air Firingand Bombing Range due to fuel having escaped from the carburetor through the fulcrum pin hole, thepin having been lost. No damage resulted to the aircraft.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 11:35 Night - 8:50 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:25 Night - Nil

12 Sept./43 A very quiet day. The usual morning church services were held but attendance wasvery low.The weatherman does not have any trouble predicting the forecast these bright and sunny days.Possible Flying Time: Day- 9:00 Night - 9:35Hours Flying Carried Out Day - 8:35 Night - Nil

13 Sept./43 The station hardball team gave a very severe setback to the team from No. 7 S.F.T.S.Macleod last evening. The final score was 16 to 1! 'Tis said to have been a very one sided game (?).A rather interesting point is brought up each day through the medium of D.R.O. A sketch of anaircraft is printed and attached to D.R.O. with a large question mark surrounding the aircraft. In theD.R.O. of the following day the name of the aircraft and statistics is given. It has proven to be veryinteresting.

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13 Sept./43 Kit Inspection was held today for the G.I.S. Trainees.It is another hot, clear, sonny day today. This must be Indian Summer!Possible Flying Hours: Day - 12:30 Night - 10:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:00 Night - 9:30

14 Sept./43 A new series of lectures for those airmen who wish to remuster to aircrew began today. Those interested in studying shorthand and typing were encouraged through the medium of D.R.O.’sto register with the Educational Officer.Our Soccer Team is now in the semi-finals for the championship of Southern Alberta, having defeatedNo. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod.A new Medical Officer, F/L A.W. Watts (C2797) arrived on this station from No. 2 A.O.S.,Edmonton, eff. 13th Sept./43.F/L J.H. Watts (C2099) who was recently posted here has been transferred from the Non-Flying List,Armament Branch to the General List, eff. 31 Aug./43.The weather has been excellent for flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 11:50 Night- 11:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 11:10 Night- 9:45

15 Sept./43 The big new double Maintenance Hangar seems to be rearing its head very quickly now.

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The taxi atrip that connects the existing strips with the new hangar is being beaten and hardened downwith gallons of water preparatory to laying the cement. No. 8 Bombing and Gunnery is indeedexpanding, The Sheet Range which was directly behind the Officers' Mess has now been laid outdirectly across the highway from this School.A General Court-Martial was held yesterday in the case of P/O J.P. Pelletier (J21878). It was held inthe W.D. Canteen commencing at 1000 hours and finishing at 1500 hours.President: G/C D.S. Blaine (C145), #2 B. & G. School, Mossbank, Sask.Prosecuting Officer: S/L A.E. Mix (C2432), No. 4 T.C.H.Q., Calgary, Alta.Defending Officer: P/O. H.R. Buiton (-PG-), No. 4 T.C.H.Q., Calgary, Alta.Judge-Advocate: S/L A.C. McClaskey, M.B.E. (C3179), #4 T.C.H.Q., Calgary, Alta.F/O S.B. Williscroft (J21423) has been S.O.S. on posting to No. 34 O.T.U. Pennfield Ridge, eff. 14Sept./43.

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15 Sept./43 As usual the weather has been excellent for flying. Very windy for walking though.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:00 Night - 11:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:2O Night - 9:50

16 Sept./43 Aircrew awaiting training have been doing a noble job on this station and will somedaybe excellent (?) helpers around their homes. The brambles and high weeds have been trying to get astrangle hold on the grounds but these Aussies, Newsies, R.A.F. and Canadian's are fighting a mightybattle and a stake truck is busy picking up loads of these obnoxious weeds. The station looks muchimproved now. No. 8 B. & G. S. Baseball team defeated Macleod 7- 0 retaining the White LunchTrophy. This morning after Commanding Officer’s Parade the entire parade was route marched up thetaxi strip the length of the station and there we jogged along for approximately 200 yards. Manyfound themselves in a heaving stats whilst others who have kept themselves in condition were quiteunpurturbed. The CO. then announced that more strenuous physical training will become acompulsory. It is understood that anyone should be able to handle another person twice their weight.The idea behind this is that by Christmas we shall all be in such shape as to be able to handle aJapanese or German by the mere flick of our wrist. We shall then become known (we hope) asSupermen and Superwomen instead of the more common variety of airmen and airwomen. It wassaid on the side that the women always did know how to handle anything twice their weight by merelywrapping it around their little finger!Possible Flying Hours: Day- 9:40 Night - 6:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:35 Night - 5:15

17 Sept./43 The Good Conduct Badge has been awarded to GB1102126 LAC Toplis, F.A.Last evening the monthly Mess Meeting and Dinner was held. This marked the first appearance ofthe W. D. Officers in a Mess Meeting. A cribbage tournament was arranged and the winners ofvarious tables have still to play one another off. There were approximately 94 officers present.The fortnightly Wings Parade had been held off until Monday. A high wind set the sand dust flyinghigh, blanking out the surrounding landscape for about 15 minutes. The dust storm is still quite high.Seven R.A.F., N.C.O. pilots have been posted back home after spending nearly two years in Canada. Four of

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17 Sept./43 these airmen have been married to Canadian girls, one to an American girl since comingWest.The engine stalled on Moth Mk. II No. 4885, piloted by FS Gow, L.D. There was not sufficientheight to restart engine and the pilot made a forced landing. When attempting to take off, the aircrafthit some stubble in a field and nosed up, damaging the propellor. Passenger was Cpl. Wilson, A.G. Neither passenger or pilot was injured.Course #85, Air Bombers, who commenced their course 28th June/43, graduated today. There was atotal of 48 airmen consisting of: 19 R.N.Z.A.F., 7 R.C.A.F., 1 R.A.A.F., and 21 R.A.F. TwoR.N.Z.A.F. and one R.A.F. were transferred from the course. Two R.N.Z.A.F. ceased training onmedical grounds and two R.N.Z.A.F. failed, a total of seven who failed to finish the course. Ofthose who passed 39 were posted to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton and 2 to No. 5 A.O.S., Winnipeg.The graduation parade was held at 1400 hours. NZ24059 LAC Cutherbert, R.W. received the silverbullet and NZ425433 LAC Richmond received both the silver bomb and silver bracelet for the highestbombing average and academic remarks respectively.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 9:55 Night - 9:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:40 Night - 1:00

18 Sept./43 Snow! Last evening at 2330 hours it commenced to snow.Flying was washed out this morning due to the very sloppy condition but later resumed. The sun hasbeen shining brightly but there is an icy feeling in the air.The W.D. had a successful Corn Roast last evening up until 2215 hours when it became very suddenlytoo cold. This affair was held at the Experimental Farm. The corn was the most succulent many hadever tasted.

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19 Sept./43 Captain McEown, Chaplain from the Internment Camp, was in charge of the ProtestantService today in the absence of F/L H.S. Dodgson who is on his leave.A high wind has blown nearly all day.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 9:50 Night - 5:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:20 Night - Nil

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20 Sept./43 A list of officers has boon entered in D.R.O. who will be responsible for a barrack blockwhich has been allotted to them. It will be up to them to inspect these huts periodically, checking upfor neatness and cleanliness and to look them over on Thursday mornings before the CommandingOfficer commences his inspection. If every officer detailed really shoulders this responsibility ourbarracks should be a shining light.R60224 WO1 Weir, H.E. has been appointed to a commissioned rank eff. 4 July/42.Harvest Leaves have finally dropped off. During the month of August the influx on these leaves grewto such heights that it was necessary to form a Harvest Leave Board consisting of S/L R.F.E. Kempster(C2278), S/L J.T. Taylor (C2193) and F/L H.W.G. Fuller (C8696). All leaves went through their

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hands before application was made to A.O.C. #4 T.C.Postings overseas for airmen has flourished considerably this past week.Course #6l, Wireless Air Gunners, which commenced the 9th of August ended their course today. Theintake consisted of 17 R.C.A.F. and 9 R.N.Z.A.F, 1 R.C.A.F. f romCourse #59 and 1 R.A.A.F. fromCourse #58 were transferred to Course #62 and 1 R.A.A.F. to Course #64, making a total output of 26- 18 F.C.A.F. and 8 R.N.Z.A.F. There were no failures. They were posted as follows: 12 R.C.A.F. to No. 3 O.T.U., Patricia Bay. 5 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 111 O.T.U. Nassua. 2 R.C.A.F. to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax. 4 R.C.A.F.) 2 R.N.Z.A.F.) to No. 2 A.O.S., Edmonton. Alta. 1 R.N.Z.A.F. to No. 31 O.T.U., Debert, N.S.The Graduation Wings Ceremony was held at 1600 hours in the Drill Hall. R176520 LAC Edmonds,C.H. was presented with a silver bullet for the best gunnery score.NZ427972 LAC Forster, D.L., received the silver bracelet for the highest academic marks includingWireless School and B. & G. School. This has been the best course since No. 50.

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20 Sept./43 Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:30 Night - 11:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:00 Night - 9:50

21 Sept./43 F/L J.M. Haight (C3799) has been taken on strength from No. 10 R.D., Calgary, effective20 Sept./43.P/O D.A. Stockdale (J27802), Pilot, and P/O H.A. Higginson (J27817) Pilot, reported to this Stationfrom No. 2 W.S., Calgary, effective 19th September.Fifteen airmen were struck off strength on posting to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax. Their trades were:Electrician, Armourer Guns and one Hospital Assistant.The weather as usual is very hot and dry.W/C W.F.C. Hobson and F/L R.T. Pogue (J12878) reported on T.D. by air from No. 4 T.C. today toconfer with the C.O. They returned later in the day.Possible Fying Hours: Day - 11:25 Night - 10:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:35 Night - 9:35

22 Sept./43 S/L D.V. Thomas (C2648) and W/C Erickson (C1503) who arrived on this station 17Sept./43 as Visiting Armament Flight left to return to No. 2 B. & G. School, Mossbank.Five officers were authorized to wear First Aid Badges today. This is a good thing and it shouldencourage the men and women working with them to try and attain the same degree of proficiency.Another hot Indian Summer Day.F/L E.R. Borgal (C6593) and F/O R.R. Fisk (C11909) have been appointed Air Cadet Officers of AirCadet Squadrons affiliated with this Station.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:00 Night - 10:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:30 Night - 9:35

23 Sept./43 The feature "In Which we Serve" starring Noel Coward, was shown to a capacityaudience last evening in the Recreation Hall. The committee who arranged for these excellent films

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is to be congratulated on their choice of entertainment.The flowers which are on every hand on the station are still raising their heads disregarding the odd

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23 Sept./43 frosty nights we have had.Aircrew posted here and awaiting their training are keeping the lawns clipped and the bramblebushesdisposed of.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:45 Night - 11:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:10 Night - 9:50

24 Sept./43 The wearing of Blues came into effect today.Last evening the football team drew with No. 7 S.F.T S. 3 to 3. It was a good game but darknessclosed down too quickly.Another very hot day today: the weatherman certainly has not the worries of having the wrath ofpersonnel on his head.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:55 Night - 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:30 Night - 9:50

25 Sept./43 S/L H.W. Padwick (C3358) A.E., has been taken on strength from No. 19 S.F.T.S.,Vulcan, Alta. to replace S/L R.F.E. Kempster (C2278) who is being posted to No. 10 R.D., Calgary,Alta.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 11:00 Night - 6:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:35 Night - Nil

26 Sept.43 The airmen's dance was held in the Drill Hall last evening with only a medium crowdattending, perhaps a good thing due to the very warm night but everyone present enjoyed themselvesthoroughly.Captain McEwen again took the Protestant Service this morning. His sermon was “Do We Stop toThink whether or Not We are ready for the Post War World” - a very timely subject. The regularR.C. Services were held in the Recreation Hall at 0800 hours.

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26 Sept./43 Possible Flying Hours: Day- 10:00 Night - 9:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:30 Night - Nil

27 Sept./43 The film "Hello Frisco Hello" starring Alice Faye was shown to a capacity audience lastevening in the Recreation Hall.Trade Improvement Classes for A.E.M.s and A.F.M.s commence this evening. Classes for other tradeswill be commencing in the very near future.The Station Baseball Team did very well for themselves yesterday by splitting the doubleheader withthe Calgary Army Fliers. The first game was won by Calgary 5-0; the second was ours 8 - 7.S/L R.F.E Kempster (C2278) has left this station for No. 10 R.D., Calgary.F/L H.W.G. Fuller (C8696) has also left. He is reporting to No. 15 S.F.T.S. , Claresholm. We areindeed sorry to have these two officers leave us.

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Another sunny day today.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:25 Night - 10:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:35 Night - 5:55

28 Sept./43 Great plans are being made for the tremendous birthday jamboree which is taking placeOctober 9th. A large parade through the City of Lethbridge, an Airshow, Sideshows, dancing and allthe trimmings one can find at a Carnival.P/O R.W. Montgomery (J27676) Pilot, has been taken on strength from No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce, Alta.A heavy wind sprung up early today, the cause of flying being washed out. These winds are difficultto walk in as well as to fly in.P.T. has finally been started for everyone on the station and has become a compulsory parade. Hoursin ths morning and afternoon have been laid down. Aircrew - 5 days a week Headquarters - 3 days a week W.D. - 2 days a week.By Christmas we should indeed be really in the "pink".

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28 Sept./43 Possible Flying Hours: Day 10:00 Night - 9:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:55 Night - 5:40

29 Sept./43 Today was Pay Day.- always a greet day in the lives of the armed forces. Beside the paytables was another table and an officer who did not ask for a donation to the Community Chest, butwho simply looked at you. The station, as usual, showed up very well in the final count.A strong wind is still blowing.Possible Flying Hours: Day- 9:20 Night - 7:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 8:20 Night - 5:40

30 Sept./43 "Raydard", the new Station Mascot, a four year old Great Dane, was formally introducedthis morning on the C.O.'s Parade. He is a beautiful large grey dog and W/C G.R.F. Gross had thehonour(?) of being pulled through the ranks as the C.O. inspected H.Q. Squadron.Fl/O M. Clark (V30105), Command Messing Officer arrived on the Station for her trimonthly visit.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:00 Night- 9:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:55 Night- 5:15

AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Lysander .............. 3 9 Bolingbroke ......... 9 13 Anson .................... 17 23 Harvard .................. Nil 1 Moth ...................... 1 1

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PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D. Civilians R.C.A.F. ............................ 99 809 184 W.D. ....................... 3 Nursing Sisters. ..... 2

SERVICE PERSONNEL OTHER THEN R.C.A.F. C.P.C. ................. - 3

C.D.C. ................ 2 4 R.A.F. ................. 1 R.N.Z.A.F. .......... 2 R.A.A.F. ............. 2 U.S.A.A.C........... 4 CIVILIANS Barrack Officer ....... 1 Others ..................... 99 TOTAL STAFF 111 819 184 100

#124 Ferry Squadron 1 24

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(M.D. Lister) G/C, C.O., #8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alberta.

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1 Oct./43 Thirteen woman become pioneers of a Rifle Club on this station for W.D. last evening. The girls are using the 25 yd. range and two excellent instructors are teaching them all the finepoints of a .306 Lee Enfield.Headquarter’s Squadron were on parade this morning to raise the ensign. A route march aroundthe station concluded the parade.Wireless Air Gunner Course No. 62 which commenced 23rd August, 1943, graduated today with a

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total of 17 receiving their badges. Postings were 13 to No. 1 "Y" Depot. Halifax, N.S. 4 to No. 2 A.O.S., Edmonton, Alberta Wastage - none.A Confirmation Service was held in the Recreation Hall by the Bishop of Calgary this afternoon at1430 hours. Five members of the R.C.A.F. were received into the Church.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 12:30 Night - 5:20

2 Oct./43 P/O H.D. Monteith, J26128, Pilot, and P/O C.H. Narsted, J29204, were taken onstrength of this School from #2 F.I.S., Pearce, affective 1st October.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:55 Night - Nil

3 Oct./43 The weekends are proving very quiet now since the new system of passes wasenforced. The usual Church Services were held. A very hot day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:20 Night - Nil

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4 Oct./43 “Blossoms in the Dust” starring Greer Garson and Walter Pidgeon was shown to acapacity audience in the Recreation Hall last evening.A very normal, quiet day. Trade Improvement classes for N.C.O.’s were commenced thisafternoon for W.D. N.C.O’s in the W.D. Canteen with a lecture by Group Captain M.D. Lister. Since the disappearance of the W.D. Amin. Trade, trade N.C.O.s are being made to realize that theresponsibilities of being in charge of airwomen is now on their shoulders. Another exceptionallyhot day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:40 Night - 9:15

5 Oct./43 The P.T. Classes have been going along very well with very few casualties as far asaching bones and muscles are concerned - we hope.The Jamboree Committee has been working long, hard hours making arrangements for the bigCarnival to be held Saturday evening. Admission is free to all Service Personnel, and over $200.00in prizes will be drawn for that night.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:50 Night - 1:00

6 Oct./43 In order to decorate the Drill Hall for the Jamboree it is Out of Bounds until Saturday. Flags of Britain, Canada, United States, China and many others will convey a cosmopolitan feelingto all those who enter the Drill Hall.P/O J.D. Myles, J27833, has been posted to this station from No. 3 W.S., Calgary, effective 5October.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:15 Night - l:00

7 Oct./43 F/O C.G. Middleton (J10788) has been transferred to No. 124 F.S. Det. at this stationfrom Rockcliffe. One more officer, F/O L.J. Isaccson, Jl4555 has left this station on posting to No.1 “Y” Depot, Halifax.There have been several appointments amongst Senior N.C.O’s to a higher rank. The station isbeginning to get that feeling that, something tremendous is brewing - our Jamboree Committee

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looks harassed and drawn out, but they have been putting every ounce of energy they have into this big undertaking.Lysander MX. III ATT #2360 piloted by P/O D.A. Stockdale forced landed in a field 2 miles Southof aerodrome due to complete engine failure. There were no passengers and the pilot wasuninjured. There

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7 Oct./43 was no damage to the aircraft.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:40 Night - 10:15

8 Oct./43 F/O N.C. Helmer NYG, and P/O T.E. Moore NYG, taken on strength from R.C.A.F.Mountain View. It looks as if they are just in time to help put over our Jamboree tomorrowevening. All 48 hour passes the officers had have been cancelled, but all other ranks will retaintheirs. Every officer has been detailed to a job in one of the many booths.The station is a very busy little town today. Electric lights are being strung around the Drill Halland Airmen's Mess - large banners have been placed on the various buildings indicating what it is-the Aircrew awaiting training have the grounds looking spotless. "D" Hangar has been cleared ofall aircraft and the skeletons of booths are seen. The Lethbridge Herald has carried 3 solid pagesof information regarding the Jamboree for the past 3 nights - banners line the downtown streetsand tickets have been going like a prairie fire. While coming in for landing at 1630 hours, Bolingbroke No. 10108, piloted by WO2 Simpson, R.and Bolingbroke #9909, piloted by WOl Higgins, D.J., collided in the air. The tail on Bolingbroke10108 was badly damaged and the props were bent on Bolingbroke 9909. Both aircraft landedwithout further damage. Passengers in Bolingbroke 9909 were Australian trainees; LAC Lewis,A.C., LAC Peach, P.J. and LAC Ward, T.F., all W.O.A.G.’s No one was injured. An investigationhas been ordered to enquire into the circumstances surrounding this accident.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:10 Night - Nil

9 Oct./43 THE GREAT DAYFloats - comical ones, clever ones, attractive ones - have been undergoing secret construction forthe past week, and today blossomed forth for the parade. The number of personnel in the paradecovered l½ miles and the route was 2 miles long - lined with people.

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9 Oct./43 The day was hot - just a tracing of clouds.At 1630 hours the gates were opened and so started a big evening. P/O J.E. MacKay was taken on strength from No. 1 F.I.S., Trenton.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:40 Night - Nil

10 Oct./43 The last person was finally gently pushed out the gate, lights were switched off allover the camp - that is of course after the last cent was picked up - weary feet settled down topainful throbbing, and finally quiet settled in after one of the most super-colossal entertainmentsthat has ever been seen around these parts. “D” Hangar and the Drill Hall, where the dance washeld, may some day regain their slender lines - not mentioning the many other buildings. At 1800

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hours an airshow consisting of aerobatics by F/O. G. Watson, J10743, in the Harvard - a beautifulshow - splendid formation flying in Bolingbrokes - high class flying in two Kittyhawks, a mockbattle with a smoke screen laid most effectively by a Boston from Suffield - 2 daring parachutejumps - incidentally, the parachute used by one of the jumpers was packed by W304718 LAWRobertson, J.F., of our Parachute Section - and a lovely display of pyrotechnce fireworkscompleted a well organized show. “D” Hangar then became the mecca for literally thousands -wheels of chance, darts, rifle shooting, bingo, tickets for blankets, hot dogs and pop, a musicalcorner where the Macleod band put on an excellent concert and a W.D. Booth kept people verybusy for tho next six hours. A splendid display of machine guns, rifles, equipment used forinstructing, aircraft recognition, etc., was shown in the Recreational Hall - G.I.S. was opened upand the airman's mess was a cafeteria for the hungary. The Legion Hut became a lounge for theladies a huge dance took place in the Drill Hall where 2 orchestras alternated. There the birthdaycake was cut and given to the people. Work did not commence until 1000 hours today - no flyingat all. Shortly after everything was finished last evening we had a rainstorm which had cleared upbefore anyone was up. As well can be imagined the pulse of the station is a little below par today,but tomorrow everyone will be ready to begin another week.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

11 Oct./43 P/O G.E. Larue, NYG and P/O F.A.B. Spur ling, NYG, Air Bombers have been takenon strength on posting from R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View.The station is resuming normal duties today, although it is reported by some of the officers, two ofwhom occupied each booth, that never in such times of human conflict have they felt such aches,pains and sore throats caused from bending down to pick up some articles customers managed tonook over in his zeal to win a prize and from talking to the public - re the particular charms oftheir booth.

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11 Oct./43 Today has been dull and a cold wind is blowingHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:10 Night - 1:00

12 Oct./43 J26000, P/O L.A. Gray (Air Bomber) and J25733, P/O F.B. Murphy (Air Bomber)have been struck off strength on posting to No. 1 “Y” Depot, Halifax.Ten General Duties have also been struck off strength to No. 1 “Y” Depot.Today a fire alarm practice was held - a smoke pot was let loose behind the Airmen’s Canteen.The results were very surprising. A suggestion is made to the effect that a fire practice should beheld at unstated periods at not less than three times a month. In that way every new course whichcomes in will very soon after they arrive have a practical demonstration of what should be done incase of fire. Headquarters, of course, will not be amiss in having this practice. The reading ofFire Orders could be arranged by having each section have their personnel check against theirname when the Orders are read - and the trainees awaiting course could be responsible to theS.S.M. After that it is up to the individual.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:10 Night - 9:00

13 Oct./43 "Smilin! Through" starring Jeanette McDonald was shown to a capacity audience lastevening in the Recreational Hall.

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Maintenance Wing is being inspected every Wednesday afternoon by the Commanding Officer. This will in some measure relieve the pressure of the C.O.’s Inspection on Thursday morning. Avery cold day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:55 Night - 5:25

14 Oct./43 Taken on strength on posting from No. 3 S.F.T.S., Calgary - F/O T.R. Rogers (C6760)Aerodrome Control Officer.Today has turned out to be a fine warm day, but decidedly chilly on 0745 hour parade.

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14 Oct./43 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:55 Night - 9:55

15 Oct./43 Visit of D.I.G. - A/V/M. A.A.L. CuffeThe Deputy Inspector General and party arrived on the station at 1045 hours this morning. A/V/MCuffe was accompanied by F/L D.H. Carsons, 21611, and F/L R.S. Weir (C2732). A very thoroughinspection was made of every Section.At 13330 hours the station parade was lined up on the Parade Square for a formal inspection, afterwhich accompanied by the Maclaed band, a "March Past" was presented.Two cases were set before the Deputy Inspector General by airman - R79923, Cpl. Babcock, H.A.and R53086, Sgt. Harvey, K.H.A/V/M Cuffe and party left the station at approximately 1600 hours.The following officers (pilots) were struck off strength on posting to No. 10 B. & G. School,Mount Pleasant, P.E.I., effective, 17th October: J26050, F/O W. E. Lemmon J27035, P/O F.B. Davis J21940), F/O G.S. ReidP/O M.G. Gillespie (J21395) has been appointed to the rank of Temporary Flying Officer,effective 22nd July/43.Three W.D.'s have been discharged under para. 195 (12) (b) K.R. (Air) W306744, AW1 Hickling,E.M., W302779, Cl. O'Connell, B.L. and W303565, Cpl. Stafford, H.A. Today has been cloudly - with barely a breeze.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:55 Night - 4:50

16 Oct./43 A Badminton Ladder wee commenced last evening and the first results of bowlinghave appeared in D.R.O.'s. The scores were between 176 and 208.Graduation Course 87 Air Bombers. Delayed graduating one day due to visit of D.I.G. Coursecommenced training 26th July, 1943 to 15th October, 1943. Source of Entry: No. 4 I.T.S.,Edmonton, N. 36 S.F.T.S. Penhold, No. 34 S.F.T.S., Medicine Hat and Repatriation Pool,Rockcliffe. Intake consisted of l4 R.C.A.F, and 34 R.A.F. - Total 48. Transferred to course 1R.A.A.F. Failure: 1 R.A.F. Academic. Postings: 42 to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton, Alta., 6 to No. 1C.N.S., Rivers, Man. Graduation Parade at l400 hours Saturday, 16th October, 1943. Silver Bulletfor Best Gunnery Score: GB1006251 LAC McLean, D.R.

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16 Oct./43. Silver Bomb for best bomb aimer: GB1564991 LAC Sim, J.T., Silver Bracelet forhighest academic marks: GB1396423 LAC Davis, H.S. - GRADUATION COURSE No.63(Wireless Air Gunners) - Course commenced training 6th Sept./43. Source of entry #3 WirelessSchool, Winnipeg, Man. Intake 25 R.A.A.F.- Nil failures - POSTINGS: 8 to No.31 O.T.U.Debert, NS., 7 to No.111 O.T.U. Nasseau, 3 to No.10 A.O.S. Chatham, N.B., 4 to No.32 O.T.U.Patricia Bay, B.C., 1 to No. l “Y” Depot, Halifax, N.S., 2 to No.2 A.O.S. Edmonton, Alta. SILVERBULLET for best Gunnery Score to AUS423027 LAC Simes, R.M. - SILVER BRACELET forhighest academic Marks to AUS429497 LAC Flemming, T.J.M.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:20 Night - Nil

17 Oct./43. The regular morning Church Services were conducted by H/F/L W.J. Cassidy andH/F/L H.S. Dodgson. At 163O hours H/F/L Dodgson spoke at a Victory Flag raising ceremony heldin front of the City Hall. The three services were represented - the Airforce by F/O G.D.Watsonand A/S/O J.E. Jackson. A sunny but cool day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:25 Night - Nil

18 Oct./43. P/O W.J.C. Campbell (J27823) was struck off strength on posting to R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View, P.E.I. Last evening the comedy picture “The Courtship of Andy Hardy”was shown to a large appreciative audience. Redecorating has begun in the Officer's Mess - thelounge is being done in clear white and seafoam green - already a vast difference has been noted.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:20 Night - 9:45

19 Oct./43. W/C G.R.F. Gross (C182) assumes temporary command of this School in the absenceof G/C M.D. Lister(Cl68) who is on one week's Annual Leave, effective October 19 l943.The wearing of greatcoats has become optional affective tomorrow according to today's D.R.O.'s.A system has proved very satisfactory here whereby blue pennants are flown from the staffs at therear peaks of huts #15 and #20 when it is compulsory to wear greatcoats. Today it tried vainly tosnow and as a result is very cold with a slight wind blowing.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:05 Night - 6:25

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20 Oct./43. Distribution of D.R.O.'s Part 11 has been cut down considerably to conserve the use ofmimeograph paper. Effective today the new system of a 48 pats every second week comes intoeffect. A Badminton Ladder has been commenced as well as bowling.The W.D.’s wore their greatcoats on parade this morning and were inspected as to fit. A cold daywith bursts of sunshine.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:10 Night - Nil

21 Oct./43. W/C G. R.F. Gross took the Commanding Officer's Parade this morning. "Raydar"the station mascot also attends every Thursday morning parade.W.O.2 Clarke W.M. has been appointed to the rank of Pilot Officer, effective 26th July, 1943.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:30 Night - Nil

22 Oct./43. The new system of 48 hours passes goes into effect tomorrow - two 48 hour passes amonth.

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P/O C.W. Jackman (C36772), Education, has been taken on strength from No.4 TrainingCommand, Calgary effective today.P/O W.J. Hare (NYG ), Air Gunner, also was taken on strength from R.C.A.F Station, MountainView, P.E.I, effective 21st October,1943.The mornings are gradually becoming colder - as can be verified by those on ensign-raisingparade.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:25 Night - Nil

23 Oct./43. A certificate of Honour was received from Command Headquarters in recognition ofour having reached the amount of our objective last Monday, in the Victory Loan Drive, of$55,000. The amount is still climbing.F/O M.G. Gillespie (J21395) A.G. has been posted to No.l "Y" Depot, Halifax, effective 8thNovember/43.H/F/L. J. Eisen (C10535) (H) arrived on temporary duty to interview all Jewish personnel at thisStation.This morning every one wakened to find a good healthy inch of snow which gradually disappearedduring the day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 1:20 Night - Nil

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24 Oct./43 Today has been very quiet.G/C M.D. Lister flew to Suffield this morning to attend one week's course on anti-gas. W/CG.R.F. Gross is acting as Commanding Officer in G/C Lister's absence.Full flying duties have been carried out today - a cool but sunny day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:00 Night - Nil25 Oct./43 Storm windows are in the process of being put up and today has turned outexceptionally mild and warm. The new location of the 25 yd. range has been placed across theroad from this school. Building is going ahead rapidly.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:20 Night - 9:40

26 Oct./43 A fatal accident occurred just before lunch near the new Maintenance Hangar. Charles Zabo, Labourer, was killed instantly when a cement mixer backed into him.The totals for the Victory Loan, although well above our quota is still rising. Here they are as theynow stand: Quota Results to 25/10Officers 20,000 20,000Sergeants 20,000 12,550Corporals 10,000 5,750Airmen 20,000 10,150Airwomen 10,000 7,050 Civilians 2,000 3,050Canteen Fund 10,000 10,000 92,000 68,550

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26 Oct./43. The Victory Loan film "Shells for Britain" was shown to Station personnel lastevening. A mild day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:20 Night - 10:25

27 Oct./43. The Station aerial rugby team played an evenly matched game last night againstNo.19 S.F.T.S. Vulcan, 6-6. The return game is to be played tonight. A cold, chilly day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:10 Night - 10:05

28 Oct./43. Flight Officer K.S, Shuttlewood (V30048) has returned from No. 4 T.C. afterattending a W.D. Officers' Conference.Flying Officer N.L. Stephenson (J16581) has been appointed to the rank of Flight Lieutenant,affective 1st October,1943.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:40 Night - 10:40

29 Oct./43. The last of the flower beds are being pulled up and tidied. The station looks quitebare without them. Although mornings are cold and greatcoats would seem to be the order of theday, it becomes quite warm during the day.Several of the airmen and airwomen on this Station have been married during the summer. A fine,warm Autumn day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:15 Night - 9:55

30 Oct./43. Snow, and a strong wind blowing. W/C G.R.F. Gross (C182) turned over the command of this Station to G/C M.D. Lister (C168) onthe Commanding Officer's return affective today.Preparations are being made for the Officers' and Sergeants' dances to be held this evening.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

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Oct. 31/43. A good sized crowd attended the dances held in the Officers' and Sergeants' Messeslast evening. Business is slow today — and perhaps a good thing due to lack of sleep last night. Awarm Autumn day.This evening the "Victory Varieties" will put on their stage show.The excellent recreational facilities on this station have proved to be a good incentive to Stationpersonnel. The Drill Hall it always occupied during the evenings with basketball and badmintonplayers, as well as the hardy who keep trim with the medicine ball, ropes, etc.Aerial rugby and rifle shooting, as well as bowling and swimming are well patronized — clubshaving been formed.Entertainment is well taken care of with splendid moving pictures — right up to the minute - andnow stage shows by various troupes are commencing.The recreational side of this station is certainly in very good hands.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:00 Night - Nil

AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson .................. 15 25

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Total number of hours flown during October, 1943, 3775 hours.

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Oct. 31/43. PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D. Civilians R.C.A.F. ............................ 99 809 184 W.D. ....................... 3 Nursing Sisters. ..... 2


C.D.C. ................ 2 4 R.A.F. ................. 1 R.N.Z.A.F. .......... 2 R.A.A.F. ............. 2 U.S.A.A.C........... 4 CIVILIANS Barrack Officer ....... 1 Others ..................... 99 TOTAL STAFF 111 819 184 100


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No. 8 B.& G. S. Oct/43

1. GENERAL HEALTH OF STATION DURING THE MONTH. OF OCTOBER

(a) The general health of the station during the month of October was satisfactory. There were547 hospital days which was a little larger than usual. This may be accounted for by a largeproportion of head colds, and also to a small food epidemic which occurred on October 5th, 1943. This latter involved some nineteen personnel all of whom completely recovered within seven days.

(b) There were no cases of Infectious Disease during the month of October.

2. SPIRITUAL WELFARE OF THE STATION

PROTESTANT

(a) The Station Chaplain (P) states that the Spiritual Welfare of the Station is good, but could bebetter.

(b) Church Services are held each Sunday morning at 1130 hours, with the Sacrament of the HolyCommunion following at 1200 hours.(c) On Sunday, October 10th, voluntary services were substituted for Parade Services, and theattendance has temporarily dropped from over 300 to around 50. Two factors affect theattendance; first, the Mess Hall opens at 1100 hours, and second, the G.I.S. continue withvoluntary classes, which the aircrew feel obligated to attend. On recent Sundays less than half adozen have been present at church services. The Chaplain visits all sections of the Stationregularly, making his personal contacts with all personnel.

(d) Morals of the personnel are quite satisfactory. About 50 to 60 airmen and airwomen visit thePadre (P) at his office each week for interviews on personal problems.

(e) The general morale of the Station is good, especially where section commanders take time toconsider the Spirit of the Law as well as the Letter of the Law. The Station Adjutant deservesunstinted praise for his care and understanding of good morale and esprit de corps.

(f) Many cases are dealt with which are caused by the "browning off" due to lack of Overseasaction.

(R.C.)

(g) The spiritual temper of this Station (R.C,) is very satisfactory.

(h) It is the Chaplain's knowledge, that with very few exceptions, all who are free, attend Sunday

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Mass and receive the Sacraments regularly, whether there be a formal church parade or not.

(i) It is also the Chaplain's experience to find a few at Mass and to Sacraments every morning ofthe week - even though there be no obligation of any sort to do so.

(j) The general conduct of moral behavior of the Station reflects this adherence to the principles ofreligion.

3. STATION DISCIPLINE

The deportment and discipline of this Unit for the month of October has been very good.

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1 Nov./43 Today was fine and clear to begin new month.F/O F.T. Rudge-Willlams (C22328) Pilot, has been struck off strength on posting to No. 2 W.S.,Calgary. F/L J. Ryrie (C3080), Equipment, has been posted to No. 1 T.C. We are indeed sorry tosee him leave. A/S/L E.A. Blanchard (C2074) Equipment, has been appointed to the rank of T/S/LEffective 1st Dec./43. The gardens have finally been cleared and tidied up - leaving nothing but alump of bare earth. It is indeed barren.COURSE 88 AIR BOMBERS Course commenced training 9th August to 29th October, 1943. Source of Entry: No. 31 P.D. Moncton, N.B. Intake consisted of 48 R.A.F. Transferred tocourse 1 R.N.Z.A.F. Failures 3 R.A.F. Academic, 1 R.N.Z.A.F. Academic Postings: 37to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton, Alta. 6 to No. 5 A.O.S. Winnipeg, Man. Graduation Parade at 1400hours Saturday, 30th October, 1943. Silver Bullet for Best Gunnery Score GB1585354 LAC Little,H.A. Silver Bomb for beet bomb aimer GB13l62l46 LAC Hosegood, B.R.R., GB1521080 LACRingland, F.L. Silver Bracelet for highest academic marks GB1671889 LAC Shepherd, R.COURSE 64 WIRELESS AIR GUNNERS Course commenced training 20th September, 1943 to1st November, 1943. Source of Entry: #2 Wireless School, Calgary, Alta. Intake consisted of 10R.C.A.F., 4 R.A.A.F., 2 R.A.F. Trans. to course 1 R.A.A.F., Failure 1 R.C.A.F. Trans. fromCourse 1 R.A.F., 1 R.A.A.F. Postings: 1 to #5 "M" Depot, Lachine, Que., 1 to #1 “Y” Depot,Halifax, N.S., 8 to #2 A.O.S. Edmonton, Alta., 4 to #34 O.T.U. Pennfield Ridge, N.B. SilverBullet for Best Gunnery Score R205182 LAC Cawston, R.C. Silver Bracelet for highest academicmarks R205182 IAC Cawston, R.C.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:05 Night - 8:10

2 Nov./43 P/O A.C. Smeed (J20585) Pilot has been posted here from No. 2 W.S., Calgary.Air Chief Commandant T. Forbes, C.B.E., Sq/O B. Holmes of the W.A.A.F. Wg/O W. Walker(V30005) Chief W.D. Officer in Canada, Fl/O M. Dunbar (V30069) of AFHQ and Fl/O B.I. Evans(V30006) Command Staff Officer No. 4 T.C. visited the station today arriving by air at 1030hours.W.D. were inspected on the Parade Square immediately upon arrival of the party. The A.C.C.also took a great interest in the Airmen's and Sergeants' Messes, W.D. Canteen and quarters. After luncheon, A.C.C. Forbes spoke to the airwomen in the W.D. Canteen describing the work ofthe W.D. overseas, the R.A.F. Stations and life in general on the airforce station.

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2 Nov./43 The party left by air at 1400 hours for No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce. A cold blustering day - butwith sunshine.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:20 Night - 10:40

3 Nov./43 Taken on strength in the Special Reserve, General List, R.C.A.F., effective 15thOctober, 1943, are P/O R.H. Shewan (NYG), P/O W.G. MacRae (NYG) Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:45 Night - 10:40

4 Nov./43 F/L D.A. Lane (C5605), Adjutant, has been appointed O.C. the Motor TransportSection, effective Nov.l/43. Last night at Pearce, R102086, FS Harradenc, A.M., R212444, LACDickie, B.S. won their boxing matches with personnel from other station.P/O G.G. Gordon (NYG) was taken on strength from R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View.Greatcoats were worn for the first time in this season on C.O.s Parade today. A windy day but thesun is shining as it usually seems to doHours Flying Carried Out: . Day - 6:40 Night— 7:20.

9 Nov./43 Last evening two C.W.A.C. Bands - a brass and a pipe and drum band thrilled a largeaudience in the Drill Hall for an hour and a half. Approximately 40 members arrived on the stationat 1700 hours - had dinner and were on their way again by 2130 hours. The Gyro Club ofLethbridge were responsible for bringing these two fine bands to No. 8 B. & G.A sunny day accompanied by the inevitable wind this afternoon - but wet snow and wind whichwashed out flying this morning.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:30 Night - 10:40

6 Nov./43 P/O W.R. Elcoate (J24653) (A.B.) and P/O G. Floyd (J24532) (A.B.) have been S.O.S.on posting to No. 1 “Y” Depot, Halifax.A/S/O Nichol (V30551), Messing, has been taken on strength on posting from No. 4 T.C. forcontact training.A farewell dinner was held in the Mess on Saturday evening in honour of W/C and Mrs. G.R.F.Gross.During the course cf the evening a handsome sheepskin lined hunting jacket was presented to theChief Instructor, and to go with it he was given a little red hunting cap and a toy wooden gunwhich he put

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6 Nov./43 to use when S/L G.E. Grindlay and F/L E. Borgal rolled in two beautiful live geese !What a sensation! Afterwards an informal dance was held.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:40 Night - Nil

7 Nov./43 The regular morning Church Services were held this morning. Holy Communion wastaken at the conclusion of the Protestant Service. A very quiet day also rather chilly.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:45 Night - Nil

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8 Nov./43 Taken on strength from AFHQ effective 1 Nov./43 was S/L G.M. Ross (C635) who isreplacing W/C G.R.F. Gross. Struck off strength on posting to No. 1 “Y” Depot were 3 officersand 10 N.C.O.s and Warrant Officers (Staff Pilots).More and more ground crew are realizing their ambition for aircrew when remusters came throughfor several airmen today.The final total for our station in the 5th Victory Loan is $78,450. A windy but sunny day. Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:40 Night - 10:40

9 Nov./43 F/L C.D. Jane (J15428), W.A.G., reported today from No. 2 W.S., Calgary.W/C G.R.F. Gross (C182) has left this station to go to No. 10 B. & G. Mount Pleasant, P.E.I. Weare indeed sorry to see him go and he will be missed.Hockey and basketball are putting in an appearance now - for both men and women.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:15 Night - 10:15

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10 Nov./43 S/L J. Stevenson (C1674) reported on Temporary Duty from AFHQ.An exceptionally heavy wind and dust storm blew up this afternoon, a cause for flying to bewashed out. Every Wednesday afternoon the Comrmanding Officer makes an inspection of allhangars.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:35 Night - 1:45

11 Nov./43 The monthly mess meeting and dinner was held last evening.The Officers' Mess is well on the way now in donning its new colours and we expect to have thefloors improved.Conversational Spanish classes have been commenced and a goodly number are attending.R160899, Sgt. Hall. W.W. has been taken on strength as an officer effective 6th November, 1943.P/O Hall has also been struck off strength on posting to No. 1 "Y" depot.A really beautiful day - warm and sunny.Remembrance Day was remembered on the station at 1100 hours when the siren blew. At theconclusion of 2 quiet minutes it again blew.In downtown Lethbridge, No. 8 B. & G. was represented by 2 flights of 50 which included - 10 RNZAF 10 RAAF 10 RAF 10 RCAF 10 RCAF (WD)

A service was held at the Cenotaph in Galt Park and the Army, Airforce and Navy, Army andAirforce Cadets took part in the parade.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 8:35 Night - 10:15

12 Nov./43 All passes allowing the wearing of Battle Dress to and from work are automaticallycancelled. Only those men working on the Range will be allowed to wear this dress.There is so much congestion of the 1700 hour bus that a double queuqe beginning at the south sideof the Main Gate has been formed.

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A rather cool, but sunny day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:45 Night - Nil

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13 Nov./43 Last evening the Coco-Cola Company of Canada Limited presented Mart Kenney andhis Western Gentleman. A half hour programme from 1800-1830 hours was broadcast by theC.B.C. and then an extra half hour strictly for No.8 B.& G. Later in the evening a dance from2100 hours to 2359 hours was held, and approximately 2000 attended. It was indeed a mostenjoyable evening, and rather delightful for many to be "in" on a nation-wide Broadcast.A moderately warm day. More like mid-August. Air Bombers Course No. 89 left today for No.2 A.O.S., Edmonton and No. 5 A.O.S., Winnipeg totake their final training.Course 89 Air Bombers: Course commenced training 23rd August, 1943 to 12th November,1943. Source of Entry: #4 I.T.S., Edmonton, #3 “M”Depot, Edmonton and #36 S.F.T.S., Penhold,Alta. Intake consisted: 21 R.C.A.F., 6 R.N.Z.A.F., 20 R.A.F., 1 R.A.A.F. Transferred fromcourse: 1 R.A.A.F. 2 R.C.A.F. Transferred to course: 2 R.A.F. Failure 1 R.A.F. Postings: 44 to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton, Alta., 2 to #5 A.O.S., Winnipeg, Man. Graduation Parade at 1500hours Saturday, 13th November, 1943. Silver Bullet for Best Gunnery Score R198704, LACKeech, G.M. 8.1%. Silver Bomb for best bomb aimer GB1579545, LAC Frankel, P.D. 82%. Holds station record for beet night bombing score of 35 yards. Silver Bracelet for highestacademic marks GB15222184, LAC Rafferty, W.F. -87.2%Wireless Air Gunners Course 65 left today for #1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, #3 O.T.U., Patricia Bay,B.C., #32 O.T.U., Patricia Bay, B.C., #2 A.O.S., Edmonton, Alta. and #8 A.O.S., AncienneLorette, P.Q. Course 65 Wireless Air Gunners: Course commenced training 4th October, 1943 to 15thNovember, 1943. Source of Entry: #3 Wireless School, Winnipeg, Man. Intake consisted of 11R.N.Z.A.F., 15 R.C.A.F. Transferred to course 1 R.A.F. One non-graduate (Disciplinaryreasons) Postings: 2 to #1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, N.S., 7 to #3 O.T.U., Patricia Bay, B.C., 6 to #32O.T.U., Patricia Bay, B.C., 4 to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton, Alta., 7 to #8 A.O.S., Ancienne Lorette,P.Q. Silver Bullet for best Gunnery Score 6.8% NZ425309 LAC Withey, J. Silver Bracelet forhighest academic marks 81.3% NZ428082 LAC Comeskey, L.J.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:30 Night - Nil

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14 Nov./43 The Protestant Service this morning was taken by H/Capt. I. McEown (Internment Camp) whilst H/F/L H.S. Dodgson spoke in St. Augustin's, the Anglican Church in Lethbridge.A short Service of Holy Communion was conducted immediately after the Service.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:45 Night - Nil

15 Nov./43 The movie feature "They met in Bombay” starring Rosalind Russell and ClarkeGable was shown to a full house last evening.Sample sizes of skates are in the Sports Office and orders are being taken this week. We are verylucky in attaining skates as they are a scarcity on the market.P/O A.T. Dalgleish (J29503) pilot, reported to this station from No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce.

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A new medical officer to replace F/L J.E. Todd, who was posted to No. 10 R.D., Calgary, hasarrived on the station. His name is F/L W.R. Bell.Struck off strength on posting to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax was P/O L.G. Hahn, (A.G.) effective29th November.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:15 Night - 10:05

16 Nov./43 F/O H.T. Robertson (C20795) and 10155 F/S McKillop, G. were instrumental ingetting the much needed drug “penicillin” to a young child in Cranbrook who is suffering from adangerous type of infection. The drug had been flown here by T.C.A.Preparations are being made for the broadcast "Command Performance" which will be put on inthe Recreational Hall this evening.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:40 Night - 1:00

17 Nov./43 S/L W.E. Gower, MC (C2426) has arrived here from No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce, to takeover the duties of S.Ad.O. Last evening eight of the station personnel - 4 W.D. and 4 airmen tookpart in the programme "Command Performance". The half hour of entertainment was muchenjoyed by a capacity audience. Following this the feature "Airforce" was shown. A windy but notchilly day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:55 Night - 1:00

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18 Nov./43 S/L J.T. Taylor (C2139) has been posted to No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce, effective today.A new class of W.A.G. have been taken on strength from No. 2 W.S., Calgary, the majority ofwhich are Australians.After the Commanding Officer's Parade this morning we were taken on a route march - with alittle sprinting thrown in. Those who did not indulge in a good healthy breakfast must have feltthe need of a good strong stimulant afterwards (or perhaps a little more P.T. on their part mightimprove their condition). It has been a chilly day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:10 Night - 10:20

19 Nov./43 Struck off strength on posting to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, effective 3rd Decemberwere: P/O N.C. Holman (J24648), P/O S.D. McDougall (J24539), P/O B.H. Lowen (J24655) - AirBombers and P/O C.C. Robertson (NZ411708), P/O J. P. Lawlor (J24799) - Air Gunners. TwoN.C.O.s R60626, FS Bowen. R.H. and R50344, FS Fillmore, B.M. - Air Gunners, were also S.O.S.on posting to No. l “Y” Depot. F/L A.W. Watts (C27971) Medical Officer had the misfortune tofall and break his shoulder last evening - he is at present in hospital at No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod.The Armament Visiting Flight is at present on the station. A mild day - fairly clear.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:00 Night - 10:00

20 Nov./43 F/O N.W. Knight (J6800) pilot has been posted to this Unit from No. 2 W.S., Calgary.Another weekend - the last one for half the station before Christmas.Today was cloudy and dull in the morning - but has turned out warm and sunny this afternoon.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:20 Night - Nil

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21 Nov./43 A comparatively warm and sunny, day.We have two large "Cansos" awaiting trips to the Coast.Regular church parades were held this morning by F/L H.S. Dodgson (P) and F/L W.J. Cassidy(R.C.). This afternoon F/L H.S. Dodgson christened 10 Airforce babies in Southminister Church ina very impressive ceremony, The fathers of these babies are LACs from this station.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:20 Night - Nil

22 Nov./43 F/O H.T. Robertson (C20795) Education, has been posted to No. 2 W.S., Calgary. Ten airwomen arrived at this station today - the largest number to arrive at once for some time.Today has been a well nigh perfect day - barely any wind and a clear sky. Our tennis courts aretaking on a semblance of a skating rink.Hockey is going ahead with great leaps and bounds and a league encompassing 5 stations -Macleod, Claresholm, Vulcan, Pearce and Lethbridge have formed a strong league. We arelooking forward to a winter of good sport.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:30 Night - 5:50

23 Nov./43 One airwoman, W302541, Cpl. Reid, A.A.R., Clk. General “B”, has been posted toNo. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, effective 7th December.Today there are five Cansos surrounding "E" Hangar (No. 124 F.S.) one or two Cornells, and theodd Cessna Crane . There is certainly a variety of aircraft around here at the present moment.Another one of these priceless Indian Summer days - the natives tell us to expect a mild winterbecause of .the very dry summer and long drawn out Autumn. A smart new floor is being laidthroughout the Officers’ Mess.Last evening a film originated by the American Signal Corps in Germany before America declared war was shown in the Officer's Mess. The film is named “Conquer and Divide”. It depicts by theuse of excellent “alive” maps and authentic film the action prior to and after the declaration of warin Germany and the occupied countries. It is a splendid film and the opinion is voiced on all sidesthat it should be seen by the entire station.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:20 Night - 3:30

24 Nov./43 Last evening when the film "It ain't Hay" starring Bud Abbott & Lou Costella finishedit was found a light fog had fallen over Lethbridge - the first in these parts for quite sometime. This morning we

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24 Nov./43 wakened to find it snowing and a little windy. A complete washout except for T.C.A.who take advantage of any small break to get away.The snow has stopped but it is still heavily clouded.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - :45 Night - 10:25

25 Nov./43 This morning the station wakened to find there had been 10 degrees of frost. Theroads are like glass. On Commanding Officer's Parade this morning Air Bomber Course No.90graduated.Course 90 Air Bombers: Course commenced training 6th September, 1943 to 26thNovember,1943. Source of entry: #3 "M"" Depot, Edmonton, Alta. Intake consisted: 1

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R.C.A.F., 24 R,N.Z.A.F., 21 R.A.A.F., and 2 R.A.F. Transferred from Course: 1 R.A.A.F. Transferred to Course: 2 R.C.A.F. A & 1 R.A.A.F. Postings: 45 to #2 A.O.S Edmonton, Alta. Graduation Parade at 0800 hours, Thursday, 25th November, 1943.Silver Bullet for Best Gunnery Score: AUS432537 LAC Musgrove. J.D. 9.4%. Silver Bomb forbest bomb aimer: NZ4213800 LAC Prebble, F.E. 7.9%. Silver Bracelet for highest academicmarks: NZ39301 Sgt. Yanovich, I.T., 86.8%.R103671, WO2 Simpson, W.G.R. has been taken on strength as a Pilot Officer, effective 6thNovember. P/O Simpson has been S.O.S. on posting to No. 1 "Y" depot.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:05 Night - 5:50

26 Nov./43 Two airwomen have been married to airmen on this station in the past two weeks.Today our favourite breeze - the Chinook - came along and now we are stepping around slush - butit is really mild again. Another fine flying day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:30 Night - 8:35

27 Nov./43 A W.D. Hairdressing Parlour has at last been inaugurated on this station. All we arewaiting for now is a W.D. hairdresser to be posted in.

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27 Nov./43 The new 25 yard range across the highway from the station is practically completedand should he in full use very shortly.The station looks quite scrubbed now that all the brambles have been cleaned up. A chilly day - noChinook has appeared as yet.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:40 Night - Nil

28 Nov./43 The Recreational Hall was well filled this morning for the regular Church Services. Arather mild and sunny day.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:15 Night - Nil

29 Nov./43 The attention of all personnel has again been drawn to the Highway Traffic Actregarding walking on the correct side of the road.Course #66 - Wireless Air Gunners graduated today. The graduation took place in the Drill Hall.C635, S/L G.M. Ross - Chief Instructor presented the newly made Sergeants, with their wings.AUS417580, Sgt. Grimble, R.C. scored a double hit by becoming winner of the Silver Bullet forthe best gunnery score, and also winner of the silver bracelet for the highest academic score.Course #66 commenced training 18th October and all twenty airmen graduated today. The classwas entirely Australian with the exception of one Canadian. There were no failures. Disposition of this couse was as follows: 9 R.A.A.F. to #31 O.T.U., Debert, N.S. 9 R.A.A.F. to No. 1 “Y” Depot, Halifax, N.S. 1 R.A.A.F. to Australia (Repatriation) 1 R.C.A.F. to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Halifax, N.S.The course average for ground work and air work combined was 76.02%. Today has been areasonably mild day.Fifty business men were escorted through the station today to learn a little of the "ins" and "outs"

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of a bombing and gunnery school. Tea was served later to both the graduates, their friends andthe visitors in the Airmen's Mess.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:40 Night - 15:25

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30 Nov./43 The Air Training Wing Personnel raised the Ensign this morning at 0745 hours.A station skating party has been planned for this evening in the Arena downtown. It isanticipated there will be a good sized crowd if the sale of tickets means anything. The stationskating rink has been hopefully flooded - but these Chinooks can play havoc with the best laidplans o' mice and men. Today has been quite mild making conditions undergoot some thing to bedesired.Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:45 Night - 3:50

AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson..................... 30 10 Bolingbroke........... 14 9 Lysander................ 9 3 Harvard.................. Nil 1 Moth....................... 2 Nil

FLYING HOURSTotal number of hours flown during November, 1943: 3206:10

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Nov. 30/43. PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D. Civilians R.C.A.F. ............................ 98 809 190 W.D. ....................... 4 Nursing Sisters. ..... 2


C.D.C. ................ 2 1 R.A.F. ................. 1 R.N.Z.A.F. .......... 3 R.A.A.F. ............. 3 U.S.A.A.C........... 4 CIVILIANS Barrack Officer ....... 1 Others ..................... 97

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No.8 B.& G. School, Lethbridge, Alta. November,1943. “MONTH-END REVIEW”

1. GENERAL HEALTH OF STATION DURING MONTH OF NOVEMBER.

(a) The general health of the Station during the month of November remains satisfactory. There were no cases of contagious disease, and no epidemics of any type. A few cases of mild influenza occurred.

(b) One airman, R261954U AC1 Chilcott, W.R., arrived on Temporary Duty to this unit, 25th November, and was put on the "Seriously Ill List two days later with the diagnosis of Acute Agranulocytosis. His progress since that date has been quite satisfactory.

2. SPIRITUAL WELFARE 0F THE STATION

(a) Protestant and Catholic Church Services have been very well attended this past month.

(b) Marriage between three Airwomen and Airmen on this Station was solemnized during November, 1943.

(c) The personnel seem to feel quite free in consulting their Padres regarding personal affairs, which of course, shows the complete understanding that exists.

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The discipline on this Station continues to be good.

4. RECREATIONAL & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

(a) No.8 B.&G. belongs to the Southern Alberta Airforce League, composed of the following stations:-Lethbridge, Macleod, Claresholm, Pearce and Vulcan. All sports have been organized in this area.

(b) Basketball

The inter-section league will set under way on December 7th. In the meantime a great many boys are turning out for practices. An Inter-section league it also planned. The Women's Division have four section teams. These played two games each during the month. A W.D. team will be selected to compete with other stations, and locally with the Y.W.C.A.

(c) Hockey

An Inter-Station League has been drawn up. Practices are in progress now in preparation for the beginning of scheduled games. Inter-section hockey it planned also. This station is at a disadvantage in that natural ice cannot be counted upon. This makes it necessary for the unit to hire all ice time from the Lethbridge Arena at a rather high rate. However, an outside rink has been constructed on the station in hopes that the weather will get sufficiently cold to maintain ice in the New Year.

(d) Skating.

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(e) Badminton The station has eight badminton courts in the Drill Hall. These are in constant use every evening. This game is by far the most popular on the station with from sixty to eighty playing every day.

(f) Volleyball

Volleyball is quite popular and is played considerably.

(g) Floor Hockey

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One of the best games from the angle of present equipment shortage is Floor Hockey. Outside of the goals, no outlay for equipment is necessary. The game is fast and enjoyed by the many who play. At least three games are played every day.

(h) Boxing

The station plans a Boxing Meet on December 8 . Boxing Instruction is given three times a th

week, and many take advantage of this opportunity for exercise. The same holds true for Wrestling.

(i) Miscellaneous Sports

(i) An Indoor Archery range is in use and instruction given one evening each week.

(ii) Fencing instruction is provided each Tuesday evening.

(iii) A large and quite successful gun club is in operation. The station has provided rifles and a local range is used. Members, both men and W.D.'s shoot six nights each week.

(iv) Weight-lifting and gymnasium apparatus in the Drill Hall get considerable use.

(v) Shuffleboard and table tennis are provided in a lean-to off the Drill Hall. During the month many played every day.

(vi) Bowling - Two bowling leagues are in operation. The members of these bowl on local allays one evening every week.

(j) Every Friday evening the W.D. hold a dance in their Canteen. Each section takes its turn in being responsible for an evening. As a result a most entertaining evening is provided for those who are left on the station Friday evenings. Stage shows have been put on several times in the past month, among which were the “C.W.A.C. Brass Band and Pipe & Drum Band,” “Mart Kenney and His Western Gentlemen”“Command Performance”, and others. These shows have been well received. Excellent movie films are shown every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. These fill up our evenings very well, and as can be seen, we do not lack for entertainment.

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1 Dec./43 Today several LAC and LAW were appointed to the rank of Acting Corporal - anotherst

milestone in their life in the Service.W.D. Personnel were on parade this morning to assist in the ceremony of raising the Ensign.Over three hundred personnel attended the skating party held last evening in the Arena. Everyoneproclaimed it to be a huge success.C168, G/C M.D. Lister and C2426, S/L W.E. Gower. M.C. are President and Waiting Memberrespectively at a Court Martial being held at No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod today and tomorrow. A

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windy, dull day.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:l5 Night - 4:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:15 Night - 4:35

2 Dec. Five Hundred and Four Dollars and forty-Three Cents ($504.43) was sent to the R.C.A.F.nd

Benevolent Fund. This amount was 10%. of the receipts received from our Station Jamboreewhich was hold last month. Today has been one of the windest days we have had this autumn.The hockey team has been putting in long hours practicing and it is the opinion of everyone on thisstation that our boys are going to be hard to beat.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:40 Night - 1:05Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 3:40 Night - 1:05

3 Dec. It has been brought to the attention of all personnel that the arm swinging, when marchingrd

on parade, is not up to par, and an improvement can be made.The Staff of G.I.S. held a dance last evening, in a downtown dance hall. It was a most successfulevening.What a windy day, but fortunately it has died away considerably as the evening came on.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 1:30 Night - 4:05Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 1:30 Night - 4:05

4 Dec. Two investigating officers were appointed to look into the circumstances surroundingth

injuries to two personnel.

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4 Dec. Christmas and New Year's Leave passee are pouring in fast and furiously now. It hasth

been found that the men and women from this station will be going to nearly 250 different townsand cities - from the West Coast of Vancouver Island to New York: and Nova Scotia, and fromEdmonton to Long Beach, California - Australians, New Zealanders and the R.A.F. are much morein favour of Vancouver and the United States than they are of Eastern Canada.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:45 Night - NilHours Flying carried out: Day - 8:45 Night - Nil

5 Dec. Captain McEown from the Internment Camp took the Protestant Service this morning inth

place of F/L H.S. Dodgson (P), who is ill with influenza. The regular R.C. Church Parade washeld. Every Sunday numerous visitors come to inspect our station. The number of passesallowing entry to friends of station personnel show the keen interest the people of Lethbridge takein this School.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:00 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:00 Night - Nil

6 Dec. A splendid stage show put on by Eaton's Review was very much enjoyed last evening by ath

capacity audience. The whole show was one of the best organized shows every seen on thisstation. The only drawback was the fact that the "Finale" came too soon.Another large draft of airmen headed for no. 1 "Y" Depot.The forthcoming Boxing Meet is gaining a great deal of publicity in the Lethbridge Herald as is

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our Hockey League. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:30 Night - 3:45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:30 Night - 3:45

7 Dec. Today has been like a day in early autumn.th

W/C D.W. Edmonds (RAF39435) and S/L A. West (RAF44058) were visitors to this station fromPatricia Bay on December 3,4,5. These two officers were here to familiarize themselves with theorganization of G.I.S.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:00 Night - 10:50Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:00 Night - 10:50

8 Dec. In today's Daily Routine Orders was shown the reclassification of Z77777 AC2 Raydar,th

Mascot, to AC1.The remarks of the Commanding Officer in recommending his promotion were "Possesses a keensense of smell and devotion to his duties in the Fire Hall. Recommend his retention in the Serviceof No. 8 B. & G. School and his promotion to AC1." His Section Commander S/L G.E. Grindlayfelt that "this AC2

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8 Dec. has carried out his duties in an excellent manner - good potential N.C.O. qualities! Oneth

thing about No. 8 B, & G. School - regardless of fine upbringing - wealthy ancestors and a proudpedigree - every man and woman (and dog) must work his way up through the ranks, which afterall is a good thing. The Commanding Officer and party went on a very thorough inspection of allthe hangars today.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:00 Night - 10:30Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 9:00 Night - 10.30

9 Dec. The Commanding Officer's Parade was held in the Drill Hall this morning due to the icyth

wind which was blowing. Air Bomber Course No.91 graduated during this morning's parade.The Boxing Meet last evening was an extremely good show and was enthusiastically received. Theevent was held in the Drill Hall and our new station band, conducted by CB750, F/L H.E.N. Wight,showed the good results of their hours of practice.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:25 Night - 10:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:25 Night - 10.20

10 Dec. Great interest is prevalent amongst everyone on the station regarding the forthcomingth

opening of the hockey season tomorrow evening. The Calgary Albertan has turned over several ofits pages to the various stations in the Southern Alberta Air Force Hockey League.Another lovely day, windy in the morning, warm in the afternoon, cold in the evening.Air Bombers Course No.91 which commenced training September 20th,1943, completed theirclasses at this Station today. There were 31 R.A.F., 18 R.C.A.F., on the course. Numbergraduated were: 30 RAF 1 RNZAF 1 RAAF

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15 RCAFThe reason for the increase in numbers was the transfer of several from the proceeding class, 1RAF, 2 RCAF were transferred to the next course on medical grounds. There was 1 RCAF failurewho is waiting

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10 Dec. reselection. The bomb, bullet and bracelet were won by 3 different airmen on thisth

course. The entire course was posted to No. 2 A.O.S., Edmonton.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:25 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:25 Night - Nil

1th Dec. One of the best organized and most entertaining Mess Meetings and dinner ever put onwas enjoyed by all Officers last evening. C2074, S/L E.A. Blanchard, our new President of theMess, really gave us a fine evening.The first half of the season for our Bowling League is over and the Equipment Section is in firstplace. Naturally the Equipment Section is in first place in everyone's heart. The highest singlewas 334. A warm, sunny day.Possible Flying Hours. Day -8:30 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:30 Night - Nil

12 Dec. An exceptionally quiet day. Last evening at 1800 hours the M.T. carrying back theth

Range Crew overturned on the gravel road. The case is being investigated by C11909, F/O R.R.Fisk. This weather is indeed grand - but a sudden influx of patients in the hospital has filled it tocapacity.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:00 Night - :45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8.00 Night - :45

13 Dec. There are fifty patients in the hospital. Double decker bunks have been moved in toth

accommodate everyone. It seems to be a mild attack of influenza - but temperatures are high. The hospital ordinarily contains 25 beds.Course No. 67 - Wireless Air Gunners - which commenced 1st November graduated today withGroup Captain Lister pinning the wings on the new Sergeants. One of the graduates father waspresent to pin his son's new wings on. The winner of the silver bracelet for the highest academicmarks and also for the best gunnery score was R208929, Sgt. Bard, U.J. of St. Boniface, Manitoba.The top student for W.S. and B.& G. combined was Sgt. Pinkerton of Vancouver, B.C. with 83%. There was a total of 24 airmen on this course - all Canadians. Postings were as follows: 9 RCAF to No. 3 O.T.U. - Patricia Bay 10 RCAF to No. 32 O.T.U. 5 RCAF to No. 1 “Y” Depot - LachineThe course average for ground and air work was 76.3%.

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Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:30 Night - 10:05

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14 Dec. P/O D.H. McLean (J16692) Navigator "B" has been posted to this station as Bombingth

Leading from No.l Repat. Depot, Rockcliffe. This station now has ten (10) returned men whohave been in action Overseas. Two more airbombers have been posted Overseas making a total ofapproximately thirty officers who have gone Overseas in the past five months.Five New Zealand Officers are here for training as airbombers.The flu epidemic is well under control here - not any great additional number have been admitted.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:30 Night - 9:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:30 Night - 9:20

15 Dec. The Orderly Room is indeed busy these days with Special Leave Passes, travellingth

warrants, ration cards, etc., etc. This is a time when the airwomen can prove their worth.Another mild day - cloudless.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:45 Night - 8:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:45 Night - 8:30

16 Dec. Last evening the Lethbridge Bombers played against the Pearce Professors in anth

exhibition game. The score was 7-3 in favour of Pearce - this will make our men fight harder thanever now. A Kit Inspection is being held tonight for all airmen/airwomen below the rank of FlightSergeant.Today has been cloudy with a powerful wind blowing all day.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:15 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:15 Night - NilIMAGE 275

17 Dec. It is unheard of - December 17th - and as warm a day as could be found in mid-summer! th

A light wind blowing up, causing the weather to be really bumpy upstairs.Tonight a huge Christmas Dance for Corporals and below has been planned to take place in theDrill Hall. The feeling of Christmas has invaded the Orderly Room, but only in this manner -passes, warrants, ration cards, after orders - Annual and Christmas Leave combined - worriedlooking clerks - airmen/airwomen asking a million questions - ah me! They say this is the life.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:05 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:05 Night - Nil

18 Dec. Today has been very tragic. Four men - one pilot and three students were fatally injuredth

in Bolingbroke No.l0181 - which crashed approximately 4½ miles away from the aerodrome. The cause for this aircraft to burst into flames and crash is unknown. The names of those wholost their lives were:J27028, P/O W.R. Parks AUS435377, LAC Cook, T.J.AUS431088, LAC Carroll, T.J.R194972, LAC Dunlop, D.V.The aircraft was a total loss.Last evening a 72 mile an hour wind blew up and bowled over two aircraft(American) - one ontoits back, the other left leaning at a precarious angle. All our aircraft had been roped securely. Thewind calmed down considerably, and today has been bright, reasonably warm and windy. Theairmen held a Christmas Dance in the Drill Hall last evening. Fir trees and Christmas lights

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added much to the enjoyment of the evening. A well-known band from town provided excellentmusic. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:00 Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:00 Night - Nil

19 Dec. Today has been quiet - sunny, but a chilly wind prevails.th

Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:25 Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:25 Night - Nil

20 Dec. The following officers have been appointed as a Committee of Adjustment on theth

Service Estate of J27028, P/O W.R. Parks: President - F/L D.M. Layton (C2967) Members - F/O T.M. Smith (J9187) P/O J.G. Burchill (J26989)

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20 Dec. The Committee of Adjustment for the purpose of taking action on the Service Estates ofth

AUS435377, LAC Cook, T.J., AUS431088, LAC Carroll, T.J. and R194972, LAC Dunlop. D.V. isas follows:President: F/L E.R. Borgal (C6593) Member: F/O T.S. Falconer (J22066) P/O L.J. Fortier (J23282)Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:05 Night - 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:05 Night - 6:25

21 Dec. The funeral of LAC Carroll, T.J. was conducted at St. Patrick's Church, Lethbridge atst

1000 hours this morning. The burial took place in Lethbridge.The funerals of P/O Parks, LAC Cook and LAC Dunlop were held this afternoon at Christensen'sFuneral Home, Lethbridge at 1600 hours.The remains of P/O Parks were escorted to his home, Prince Albert by J20585, P/O A.C. Smeed. The remains of LAC Dunlop were escorted to his home, Banff, by R118292, FS Eckman, J.H. The burial of LAC Cook took place in Lethbridge.The firing party was formed by trainees from Class 97A and the bearer and escort parties wereCourse 94. Six officers formed the supporting party.An investigation was conducted by C20500, F/O R. Kerr of No. 4Training Command.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:00 Night - 2:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:00 Night - 2:30.

22 Dec. A Christmas Party was held for the children of Air Force and Civilian Personnel of thend

Station this afternoon. Santa Claus was in attendance and had presents for all the girls and boys.Coloured Cartoons were shown on the screen, and refreshments were served.F/O C.L. Andrew (C412848) Pilot and F/O G.D. Watson (J10743) Pilot were S.O.S. on posting toNo. 124 Ferry Squadron, Rockcliffe, effective 17th December, 1943.Our skating rink was flooded last night and it now has its first coating of ice - for how long isanother question. Today is not very frosty - but windy. The final Station Skating Party before

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22 Dec. Christmas was held at the Arena and as usual a good time was had by everyone.nd

Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:35 Night - 4:50 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:35 Night - 4:50

23 Dec. Wings Parade was held today for courses No. 68, Wireless Air Gunners. Group Captainrd

M.D. Lister presented the wings to the new sergeants. Highest honours went to two Australianlads.LAC Braybrook, F.A. from Newtown won the Silver Bracelet for Highest Academicmarks with a percentage of 85.3% and LAC Lilley, R.A. from East Linfield wonthe Silver Bullet for best gunnery score with a percentage of 6.1%. There was a total of 14 on thiscourse.The staff was increased today when P/O Noel, J.G. (J37049) was posted here from No. 2 F.I.S.,Pearce, Alberta.The weather still remains mild and no sign of snow from Christmas.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:20 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:20 Night - Nil

24 Dec. Final preparations are being made for Christmas Day celebrations. All those leaving forth

Christmas Leave, have left the station. Open House is being held Christmas Eve in the differentmesses. Three more officers were taken on strength, P/O Baker, H.S. (J37090) from No. 1 F.I.S.,Trenton, Ontario. P/O Kerr, G.H. from Mountain View, Ontario, and A/S/O Holtby, H. from No.4 Training Command. Christmas Midnight Mass for R.C. personnel was celebrated at midnight.The Sections were closed early to allow all personnel to get ready for Christmas. The weatherstill remains mild.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:40 Night - NilHours Fying Carried Out: Day - 4:40 Night - Nil

25 Dec. Christmas Day dawned fair and mild. Special Christmas Day Church Services wereth

held, and at 1100 hours the Officer's Mess was at home to the Senior N.C.O.'s. At 1130 theOfficers and N.C.O.'s proceeded to the Sergeants' Mess, where they were entertained for the nexthalf hour. At twelve o'clock sharp all proceeded to the Airmen's Mess, where the Officers andN.C.O.'s served Christmas Dinner. The old established custom was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Inthe afternoon many airmen and airwomen left the station to enjoy the hospitality of friends foranother Christmas Dinner. The

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Possible Flying Hours; Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

26 Dec. Sunday was very quiet. Church services were held. It was quite cold, but the sun wasth

very bright. Movies were held on the station at night.

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Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:00 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:00 Night - Nil

27 Dec. Monday was very quiet. Everybody was taking it easy after the holiday celebrations. Ath

mild day.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:00 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:00 Night - Nil

28 Dec. Today is the last day for the people who went on Christmas Leave and those whoseth

New Year's Leave is in the horizon are looking forward to it very much.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:10 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:10 Night - Nil

29 Dec. Back to work (?) after Christmas Leave! A rather difficult situation.th

Today the sun is shining brightly, practically no wind and dry underfoot - indeed Sunny SouthernAlberta.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:20 Night - 10:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:20 Night - 10:20

30 Dec. A "Red Letter" day today, as work was considerably lightened, owing to the assistanceth

of the New Zealand Officers recently posted to this Station. Prior to the commencement of theircourse they are making themselves generally useful (as this is written by one of them better not puta question mark

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30 Dec. after that work) by removing loads of worry and responsibility from our shoulders. Weth

will now be able to face the last evening of the year, 1943, completely relaxed in mind and spirits(which type it is not necessary to mentioned here.)Weather sunny and quite warm - cloudless sky - little wind - even the NZ folk consider theweather quite.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:30 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:30 Night - Nil

31 Dec. Yesterday afternoon saw the general exodus of high-spirited personnel for New Yearst

Leave. Let's hope they will return full of the same spirits and not those which tend to unbalancethings. a fair mild day although a heavy wind blew up causing flying to be washed out.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:20 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 3:20 Night - Nil

AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson............................. 33 7 Bolingbroke.................... 20 3 Lysander......................... 9 3

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Harvard........................... 1 Nil Moth................................ 2 Nil

TOTAL HOURS

Total number of hours flown during December, 1943: 3802:50

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PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D. Civilians R.C.A.F. ............................ 101 765 189 W.D. ....................... 5 Nursing Sisters. ..... 2


C.D.C. ................ 2 1 R.A.F. ................. 1 R.N.Z.A.F. .......... 3 R.A.A.F. ............. 3 U.S.A.A.C........... 4

CIVILIANS Barrack Officer ....... 1 Others ..................... 96 TOTAL STAFF 117 773 189 97


TRAINEESR.C.A.F. .......................... 113

R.A.F. .............................. 59 R.A.A.F. .......................... 60 R.N.Z.A.F. ...................... 54

TOTAL TRAINEES Nil 286

(M.D. Lister) G/C, Commanding Officer,

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#8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alberta.

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1 Jan./44 Dances were held in the Sergeant's and Officers's Messes last evening where everyonest

enjoyed themselves thoroughly. New Year's dinner was served to the airman and airwomen bythe Sergeants and Officers and so a - New Year.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: Nil NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: Nil NIGHT: Nil

2 Jan. A very quiet day, but it is sunny and warm considering the time of year. There werend

several new postings in of Air Bomber Instructors.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 1.55 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 1.55 NIGHT: Nil

3 Jan. An excellent movie was shown to all those who remained on the station over New Years - rd

“The Man Who Came to Dinner” - starring Monty Woolly - a most entertaining show.The station Skating Rink is in pretty good shape now and several have enjoyed the outdoor skatingbut found the ice rather hard at times.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.35 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8:35 NIGHT: Nil

4th Jan. The Station Skating Rink is now really ready of skating and is in excellent conditionconsidering the weather. This morning was below zero weather - but warming up during the day.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.35 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.35 NIGHT: Nil

5 Jan. P/O D. W. Graham (NYG) (Air Bomber) has been taken on strength on po9sing fromth

RCAF Stn. Mountain View. P/O J. M. Smyth, J36628 (Pilot) has also teen taken on our strengthon posting from No. 2 F.I.S. Pearce. P/O R. Young J39160 (Pilot) has been taken on strength onappointment to a commission effective 18 Oct/43.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.50 NIGHT: 10.05Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.50 NIGHT. 10.05

6 Jan Today has been such a normal working day, no interesting events, nothing at all to beth

entered in the Daily Diary. The weather, as usual, has been most exceptional by rising to 44°above zero. A court of Inquiry has been assembled consisting of G/C W. Kennedy, C.O. No. 15S.F.T.S. Claresholm. GB43914, S/L W.L. Whittaker of No. 4 T.C. and C2118, S/L J. A. Mead, ofNo. 2 F.I.S. Pearce, to investigate lost equipment. Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.45 NIGHT: 9.40Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.45 NIGHT: 9.40

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7 Jan./44 Three new Staff Pilots hare been posted in: th

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J37094, P/O S. M. Van Orman from No. 2 F.I.S.J25298 P/O E.M. Critchley from No. 3 S.F.T.S. J36573 P/O D.K. MacKay from No. 7 S.F.T.S. C22658 P/O M.C. Wilson from No. 124 F.S. on transfer to #124 F. S. Lethbridge.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 4.50 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 4.50 NIGHT: Nil

8 Jan. A visit was paid te this Unit by the Publicity Officer, V30021, Fl/O F. M. Douglas, andth

held a serious interview “Raydar” our mascot re personalities on this station. Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.30 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.30 NIGHT: NilThe monthly mess dinner was held last evening with approximately 117 officers attending. Afterthe dinner it was found that a boxing ring had been put up in the ante-room, thereby making a veryentertaining evening. Some excellent bouts were fought. Today has been quite windy.

9 Jan. The regular Church services were held today.th

Skating has become a popular sport, although the temperature has climbed considerably - the dayis warm, sunny and extremely mild. Our hockey team put up a good show last evening bymaking Pearce Professors work hard for their four points against our three points.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.35 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.35 NIGHT: Nil

10 Jan. The introduction of War Service Chevrons has caused a great deal of discussion - thoseth

enlisting in the past one and half two years are rather concerned as to the compulsion of the neworder, others feel that their services should be recognized in this way.C24607 N/S A. Hansen (Prov) has been posted to this Unit from No. 15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm toreplace C21702 N/S E.R. McLeod. J23014 F/O A. W. Moore has been posted to No. 7 S.F.T.S.McLeod. A rather mild day today.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.20 NIGHT: 1.15Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.20 NIGHT: 1.15

11 Jan. Our first station skating party on the outdoor rink proved to be a grand evening on theth

night of the 10th. A huge bonfire helped to warm the chilled hands and faces of the skaters. Coffee and hot dogs were served to approximately 200 people. A hoar frost covered everything inwhite, but today has been a real spring day.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.00 NIGHT: 8.25Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.00 NIGHT: 8.25

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Archery classes for W.D. are to be held on Tuesday and Thursday evening.P/O H.W. Ingraham, J38096, Pilot was taken on our strength on posting from No. 2 F.I.S. Pearce.This weather is simply amazing - a chinook, which blew at 30 miles an hour turned our lovelyskating pond into a handsome swimming pool (practically) and so our station party for tonight isliterally washed out.

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Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 6.25 NIGHT: 3.15Possible Flying Time: DAY: 6.25 NIGHT: 3.15

13 Jan. C21702 N/S E.R. McLeod and V30245 S/O E. Gershaw (Equip. Messing Officer) haveth

been posted to No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm. Billiard tables in the Drill Hall will come into usethis evening - one more excellent sport (if it may be called that), for the airmen. Tumblingclasses have been organized also.Greatcoats are proving a little warm these past days - although a high Chinook was blowing againtoday.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.45 NIGHT: 3.25Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.45 NIGHT: 3.25

14 Jan. Today a gale, which was between 50-65 miles per hour with dust have made outdoorth

activities very miserable. Flying has been completely washed out. A very busy, but normal dayotherwise, except of course, that today was PAY DAY, and a very much looked for day for allthose who went on Christmas leave. The Court of Inquiry adjourned today.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: Nil NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: Nil NIGHT: Nil

15 Jan. Another windy day but not as dusty as yesterday - we certainly had our fill of flying dust.th

Trade Improvement Classes, are going along well as usual in preparation for the coming TradeTest Board. Flying was washed out at 1000 hours when the wind reached the peak of 60 m.p.h.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.10 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.10 NIGHT: Nil

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16 Jan. The usual Sunday Church services were held in the Recreation Hall.th

N/S A. Hansen has been posted to this Unit from No. 15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm. The wind rose to45 m.ph by noon today, but calmed down to a mere breeze, by late afternoon.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 3.25 NIGHT: 8.30Possible Flying Time: DAY: 32.5 NIGHT: 8.30

17 Jan. The graduation parade for Course 69 W.A.G. which commenced training here 6thth

December /43 was held today in the Drill Hall. There were 23 trainees composed of 20 RAAFand 3 RCAF. Winner of the Silver Bracelet for highest academic marks was presented toAUS434335 Sgt. Stewart R. with a percentage of 938. Sgt. Stewart was also winner of the silverbullet for the best gunnery score of 11.3%. AUS430176, Sgt. Lavelle, N.W. was top student ofWireless and Bombing and Gunnery Schools combined with a percentage of 76.9%. Postingswere as follows: 9 RAAF to No. 4 A.O.S., London, Ontairo. 12 RAAF to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Lachine, Que. 2 RCAF to W.A.C. Vancouver, B.C.Course 93 Air Bombers which commenced training here l8th October received their emblems before proceeding to A.O.S.The miniature bomb was presented to NZ4213840, LAC Glass, L. F. for best bomb aimer with an

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average of 8.4%. AUS4l8625, LAC Bryant, J. D. Received the silver bullet for the best gunneryscore with an average of 8.4%. Highest academic marks were awarded by a silver bracelet goingto two trainees; GBl68l4358, LAC Taylor, V.G. and NZ4215741, LAC McConchi, D.R. Theiraverage was 81.5%. 54 trainees were on this course, consisting of: 24 RAF 23 RNZAF 4 RAAF 3 RCAFOne RAF Failed on academics in ground subjects. Postings were as follows: 4 RNZAF to No. 7 A.O.S., Portage La Prairie23 RAF and 3 RCAF; 4 RAAF, 19 RNZAF to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton.The wind is still causing wash-out weather.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 1.00 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 1.00 NIGHT: Nil

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18 Jan. The wind has become an obsession. 68 -70 m.p.h. Today has been very regular andth

normal. Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 1.45 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 1.45 NIGHT: Nil

19 Jan. The wind went down today and the temperature soared to 52 degrees above. Indeed,th

sunny and warm Alberta. Forms are being rapidly filled out for authority to wear the new WarService Chevrons. F/L I. C. Elliot (C5167) (ARM) who has been here for some time has beenposted to No. 1 Training Command for re-posting. Flying has been resumed oncemore.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 4.45 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 4.45 NIGHT: Nil

20 Jan. There were 14 men posted to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Lachine preparing to go overseas - theth

first draft for some time. The second Administrative lecture will be given this evening to allGeneral List Flying Officers and Pilot Officers. Today at noon the temperature rose to an all highof 62 degrees. Our only hope now is that the weather-man doesn't give us winter in June, July andAugust as he does in the Southern Hemisphere.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: 10.40Possible Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: 10.40

21 Jan. A new Medical Officer, C13542, F/L E.R. Francis has been posted to this Unit from No.st

2 R.C, Calgary. Archery has become an interesting pasttime at this unit. Many are learning the artof shooting. Classes in Spanish have once again been resumed and is proving to be veryinteresting. A warm, sunny day MINUS wind.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.30 NIGHT: 9.00Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.30 NIGHT: 9.00

22 Jan. No. 4 Training Command Mobile Identification Unit will be on the station shortly. Allnd

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obtain a new one. as well as civilians working here; RAF, RCAF, RNZAF, and RAAF, Today hasbeen warm and sunny as usual.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: 1.35Possible Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: 1.35

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23 Jan. A Very quiet day, sunny with a alight wind blowing up. Regular church services wererd

conducted by the Protestant and Roman Catholic Padres.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 6.15 NIGHT: 3.45Possible Flying Time: DAY: 6.15 NIGHT: 3.45

24 Jan. C3358, T/S/L H. W. Padwick (A.E.) has been appointed to the rank of Acting Wingth

Commander, effective lst Jan./44. C4518, T/F/L S.S. Farrell (Acct) has been appointed to therank of Acting Squadron leader, effective Jan. lst/44. A range fire broke out last evening atapproximately 2130 hours. Forty men were despatched there immediately and it was broughtunder control. Another fire broke out on the range this afternoon. Thirty odd men weredespatched immediately to bring it under control. R115793, LAC Zimmer, I.J. was fatally injuredin a motorcycle accident on Saturday, 22nd January. The accident occurred last evening and hedied this morning at 0530 hours. Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: 10.30Possible Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: 10.30

25 Jan. It commenced snowing and blwoing heavily this afternoon, but let up by dinner time,th

washing flying out. The Sergeants are holding a Mess Dinner this evening - Robert Burns will thehonoured guest.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 2.00 NIGHT: 1.00Possible Flying Time: DAY: 2.00 NIGHT: 1.00

26 Jan. The funeral of t he late R115793, LAC Zimmer, I.J. was conducted at St. Patrick’sth

Church, Lethbridge this morning at 1030. Escort and bearers were airmen from No. 4l AreaRepair Shop and the Firing Party consisted of airmen from #8 B. & G. School. Today has beenbeautifully clear. Good flying conditions but the snow is slippery.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.55 NIGHT: 10.30Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.55 NIGHT: 10.30

27 Jan. Reporters from every section for the "Chinook" have been appointed and it looks as ifth

our next paper is going to be bigger and better than ever. P/O Z. R. Charke (J27397) Air Bomberand P/O A. M. Lang (J26538) Air Bomber have been struck off strength on posting to No. 1 “Y”Depot, Lachine, effective 11th February. Bright sunny weather with our rink looking up.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.45 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.45 NIGHT: Nil

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28 Jan. P/O J.F. Rood (NYG) Air Bomber has been taken on strength on posting from RCAF Stn.th

Mountain View. S/O D.W.J. Scott (V30129) Admin. has been taken on strength on posting fromNo. 4 T.C. Calgary. Course 94 Air Bombers which commenced November 1st, 1944 graduatedSaturday. There were 39 graduates out of a total of 45. Two RAAF and RCAF were killed andthree were academic failures. The miniature bomb was presented to R178166, LAC Hovis, A.R.with a percentage of 84%. For the best gunnery score - No. 2% AUS435282, LAC Brown, J. M.received a silver bullet. Aus.433554, LAC Crady. J.J.B. stood top man in the academic work withan average of 82.7% for which he received a bracelet. The O.C. of bombing remarked on theoutstanding ability of this class due to the favourable scores in High Level Bombing —112 yardsconverted to 10,000 ft. - an average of 74.3%.A station skating party was held last evening and was a huge success. The weather is not cold butthe temperature is low enough to have good ice. Today has been quite sunny and mild.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.50 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.50 NIGHT: Nil

29 Jan. THe usual weather of Southern Alberta is with us again today, but the nights areth

sufficiently cold to freeze the water on our skating rink. It is in good condition again and is agreat attraction. A/V/M G. A. Sully, G.B. A.F.C. and party arrived on the station last evening at1840 hours. The A.MP spoke to the trainees in the Drill Hall at 1900 hours. He then inspectedvarious parts of the station, including Barrack Blocks and the Airmen’s/Airwomen’s Mess. Alsothe Airmen’s Canteen. The entire party left by service aircraft at 0915 hours this morning for #3“M” Depot, Edmonton.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 9.00 NIGHT: Nil

30 Jan. The McLeod Wolves were defeated last evening in a hockey game by our Bombers. Ath

closely fought game was enjoyed by both service and civilian personnel. The usual SundayChurch services were held this morning. The day was cloudy but cleared up by 1700 hours.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.40 NIGHT: NilPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.40 NIGHT: Nil

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31 Jan. The Elks Carnival was put on last evening by a group of entertainers from Calgaryst

before a highly appreciative audience. It was, indeed, one of the best stage shows witnessed at thisstation for some time. A beautiful, mild. early summer day with a slight Chinook blowing.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.40 NIGHT: 8.30Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.40 NIGHT: 8.30The course average for ground work and winner of the silver bracelet for highest academic marksand winner of the silver bullet for highest gunnery score went to AUS437299, Sgt. Upton, U.S.with an average of 85.2% and 7.1% respectively. Top man for Wireless School and B & GSchool was AUS 4128999, Sgt. Small, F.A. with an average of 84.3% The entire course - 15RAAF have been posted to No. 1 "Y” Depot, Lachine. The course was above average in groundwork, average firing ability, very satisfactory standard Signals (Morse) and were cooperative andcapable.CO

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AIRCRAFT STRENGTH

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Anson 32 8Lysander 8 4 Bolingbroke 19 4 Harvard 1 Nil Moth 2 Nil

FLYING HOURS

Total number of Flying Hours flown during January, 1944; 291.90

STATION STRENGTH Officers 123 C.D.C. O.R. 1W.D. Officers 3 C.D.D. Officers 2Nursing Sisters 2 C.P.C. O.R. 3Airmen 802 124 F.S. Officer 6Airwomen 191 124 F.S. O.R. 24Trainees 369 U.S.A.A.C. 4Civilians 97

TOTAL........................1627.

(M. D. Lister) G/C, C.O., No. 8 B.G.S., Lethbridge, Alberta.

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No. 8 B & G School, Lethbridge, Alberta.

January, l944

“MONTH-END REVIEW”


(a) Protestant - The religious life of this station is progressing satisfactorily. Church services aresemi-voluntary and attendance varies from about 100 to 225. The Senior Officers are faithfulto church services, but Junior Officers rarely attend. Classes are held regularly for Church Membership for all denominations. InfantBaptism services are held on the station at intervals.

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The Recreation Hall is adequately furnished for church services, but there is aserious need for a room in a lean-to or other building which could be used as a small chapel orquiet room. It is expected that this will be attended to shortly. Morale is excellent in these sections where good intelligent leadership is furnishedby officers in charge. Where officers lack the proper moral outlook toward life there are moreproblems of morale amongst their personnel. The Christian basis for Democracy is frequently explained by the Padre is Sundayservices, and is contrasted with the false doctrines of Nazism, according to A.F.A.O. 33/11

(b) Roman Catholic - The Roman Catholic spirit of religion on this station is found to be verysatisfactory. With few exceptions, all who can possibly do so attend mass on Sunday; and that isthe case whether there be a Church Parade or not. This even maintained itself when the Chaplainwas away on leave and a civilian priest substituted for him. There are always a few who attend mass daily, oven though they have noobligation to do so. This spirit is reflected in their general responsiveness to discipline and intheir devotion to duty.

2. STATION DISCIPLINE The discipline an this station continues to be good. Nothing of any unusual nature occurredduring the month.

3. RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES The spirit of the station with regard to sports is very high. Badminton tournaments,basketball (inter-station), hockey, (S.A.A.H.L. and inter-station), volleyball, boxing, bowling, rifleshooting, fencing and archery keep everyone on their toes. One can find every evening in the Drill Hall exponents in ths art of rings, tumbling,badminton and basketball. In the lean-to, others are using the billiards and shuffleboard providedfor their pleasure. P.T. classes are organized so that everyone participates.

4. HEALTH OF THE STATION The health of the station is standard. There is the usual epidemic of colds customary tothis season of the year. There has been one isolated case of Mumps. This is ths only case ofcontagious disease which has appeared in the last month. Hospital admissions have been at aminimum during the last month. The station hospital and station sanitary conditions generallywere inspected by the Director Medical Services (Air) and no serious complaints registered.

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Feb. 1/44 The total strength of the station is l627.C264, W/C W. J. Bundy has been taken on strength as Chief Instructor, effective 30 January,1944, from No. 2 B. & G. S., Mossbank.A very mild summery day - with a slight wind. Our rink has taken on a wrinkled, ripply look.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:50 Night - 5:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:50 Night - 5:20

Feb. 2/44. V30l279 S/O D.W.G. Scott has assumed command of the W.D. during the absence of

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V30048 Fl/O K.E. Shuttlewood who is on a course at No. 1 K.T.S., Trenton.V30644 A.S.O. F.C. McKinnon (Equipment) has been posted to this Unit from No. 4 TrainingCommand. A very windy day.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:00 Night - 8:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:00 Night - 8:25

Feb. 3/44 A fog blew in early this morning 0315 hours, washing out flying and causing twoAircraft to land at Outbank, Montana. Flying was washed in again at 1300 hours.A draft of 4 RNZAF officers and 30 LAC Air bombers were met at the train last night by NZ1952A. Lee. These men docked at San Francisco on the 29th January.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:35 Night - 1:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:35 Night - 1:15

Feb. 4/44 A very successful badminton tournament was held - ladies’ doubles, ladies' singles, andmen's singles. Last evening and this morning there was a heavy fall of snow practically one inch -but it cleared up in the afternoon.V30654 A.S.O. P.E. Ward has been posted to this station from No. 4 Training Command.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:55 Night - 1:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day- 3:55 Night - 1:30

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Feb. 5/44 The dance in the Airwoman's Canteen was cancelled last evening due to it being used assleeping quarters by the W.D. Hut 35 is being painted throughout causing a shortage of room. Ithas been a windy day — as usual.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:00 Night -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:00 Night -

Feb. 6/44 The regular Roman Catholic Church Service was conducted by F/L W. Cassidy in theRecreation Hall, and the Protestant Church Service was held at 1130 hours by F/L M. S. Dodgson.A very quiet day - sunny and warm.Possible Flying Hours: Day -1:35 Night -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day -1:35 Night -

Feb. 7/44 J6133 F/L W.D. Speer (Nav. B) has been taken on strength on posting from No 1.Repatriation Depot, Rockcliffe.A busy day - catching up on the weekend work - sunny and not too windy.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:15 Night - 9:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:15 Night - 9:55

Feb.8/44 P/O C.W. Jackman (C36772) has been appointed Investigating Officer to investigate thecircumstances surrounding the death of LAC Zimmer (R115793).The movie - "Phantom of the Opera" was shown to a full house last evening. C9012 F/O N.C. Parker (Adm) has been posted to No.2 W.S. Calgary. C10837 F/O E.S.P. Braddell (A.E.) has been posted to No. 1 Y. Depot, Lachine. It has been adifficult day for flying.

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Feb. 9/44 C635 S/L G.M. Ross (Pilot) has been S.O.S. on posting to No. 2 B. & G. S., Mossbank. 4 New Zealand officers have been put to useful employment (mostly O.O.) whilst awaiting theircourse.The Commanding Officer made his usual afternoon inspection of Hangars etc.Flying was completely washed out today - and as our guests we had Lieut - Colonel Arnold of theU.S.A.A.F. and Miss Jane Page of the W.F.S.P.S.Possible Flying Hours: Day - :45 Night - 1:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - :45 Night - 1:15

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Feb. 10/44 The Visiting Flight - C1346 S/L D.J. Cleland as O.C. reported on temporary duty fromNo. 1 C.F.S. Trenton.There were seven appointments to Flying Officer today. Flying was resumed today after acomplete washout yesterday.Our basketball teams are showing up well in inter-station games - our hockey team is managing tokeep its head above water.Possible Flying Hours: - Day: - 9:00 Night - 9:55 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 9:00 Night - 9:55Feb. 11/44 Regulations for the wearing of the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal ribbon are asfollows:3" in width - from 3/l6 of an inch to ¼ of an inch above the left breast pocket.P/O N.L. Cruickshank (NYG (A.B.) has been posted to this station from RCAF station.F/L W.D. Speer (J6133) (Nav B) has been taken on strength on posting from No. 1 Repat. Depot,Rockcliffe.Snow - and lots of it - and of course another “washout” - there is one thing - our aircrew should bein excellent condition from being able to do so much P.T. (?).Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 9:25 Night -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 9:25 Night -

Feb.12/44 An excellent Valentine Dance was held in the Officers' Mess last evening catering to acrowd of approximately 100. The anti-room was artistically decorated and a great revolving bowlbroke up and threw the light around the room.Flying was resumed this morning but a strong wind is blowing again.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:25 Night -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:25 Night -

Feb. 13/44 The station is very quiet due to it being Sunday - but regular Church Services wereheld in the Recreation Hall. There has been flying all day - and a Chinook softened the icemaking very difficult walking conditions.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 7:45 Night -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 7:45 Night -CO

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Feb. 14/44 Valentine Day - perhaps in the Schoolhouse, but not around No. 8 B. & G.S., businessas usual with no stops forhearts and folwers - during the day anyway.The show "Sea Wolf" starring Edward G. Robinson was shown to a capacity audience.Mr. E. Officer, Special Passenger Representative of the C.P.R. and Mr. N.R. DesBrisay - Assistant- Passenger Traffic Manager of the C.P.R. were visitors at the station today.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 3:15 Night: - 10:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 3:15 Night: - 10:00

Feb. 15/44 Course 71 W.A.G. which commenced training on the 3rd of January, graduatedyesterday. Out of a total of 26 airmen, 10 were RNZAF - 16 were RCAF.The winner of the silver bracelet for Highest Academic Marks was R221154 Sgt. Smith, J.A. withan average of 90.8%. Sgt. Smith also won the silver bullet for the best gunnery score - 6.3%. Topstudent for both Wireless School and B. & G. S., was Sgt. Stewart R.N. with an average of 75%.Postings were as follows:10 RNZAF - No. 1 Y. Depot, Lachine. - 3 RCAF - No. 1 Y Depot Lachine - 6 RCAF - No. 3O.T.U. Patricia Bay for course "23, - 6 RCAF - No. 32 O.T.U. Patricia Bay for course "5. One wastransferred to course No. 72.The remarks by their Flight Commander were as follows "Average W.A.G. Course - had difficultyin Air Firing, also very unfortunate with adverse weather conditions for Air Firing. Co-operativeand capable. Course 95 - Air Bombers which commenced training 15 November/43 completedtheir 3 months training on this station today. The 47 Airmen in the course wore made up from thefollowing: RAF - 14: RNZAF - 4: RCAF - 29.As best bombaimer C.B. 1396081 LAC Harris F.W. won the minature bomb with an average highlevel score converted to 10,000 ft. of 98 yds.The Silver Bullet for the best gunnery score was won by R203655 LAC Richardson B.A. whosepercentage of hits was 6.3%.R221733 LAC Primeau R.C. made a percentage of 85.1%. in ground subjects and was presentedwith a Silver Bracelet. There was one academic failure. Postings were as follows:46 were sent to No. 2 A.O.S. Edmonton, Alta Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 9:00 Night: - 9:55 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 9:00 Night: - 9:55

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Feb. 16/44 W/O W.J. Bundy (C264) assumes temporary command of this station during theabsence of G/C M.D. Lister (Cl68) on leave.C6593 F/L E.R. Brogal (Arm) has been taken on strength on posting from No. 3 Manning Depot,Edmonton. A mild, sunny day - but very windy upstairs.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - :55 Night: - 7:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - :55 Night: - 7:15

Feb. 17/44 A lovely warm Spring Day - on a day such as this most people get itchy feet and wantto start their gardens. Today has been completely routine nothing outside regular duties hashappened.

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Feb. 18/44 The barracks are taking on a new coat of green paint - and are looking quite spruce. The fireplace in the Airwomens Canteen has been practically completed. Snow: - but itonly lastedan hour or to.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 8:55 Night: - 2:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 8:55 Night: - 2:00

Feb. 19/44 Today has been a gala day. Miss Kay Francis, Mr. Reginald Gardiner, Miss MarshaHunt and three starlets were the guests of No. 8 B. & G. School this afternoon and evening.The Officers Wives held a tea at l600 hrs. There is no doubt about it, Stars come and go, butmany present still consider Miss Francis as the First Lady of the Screen. A wild, windy day.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 9:00 Night: - Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 9:00 Night: -

Feb. 20/44 A variety show presented by No. 10 R.D. is to be presented in the Recreation Hall thisevening. The advance notices state - “Comedy, Drama, Classics”. - “Free for everyone” - "Free" should indeed sound interesting.Today has been dull and windy. Typical February day.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 3:00 Night: -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 3:00 Night: -

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Feb. 21/44 The Station skating rink is in excellent condition once again, due to the snow fallyesterday - and freezing last night.Another fairly large draft of airmen (l4) have left for overseas.Ah! Feather Pillows. This one can remember those hard, knotty ones we used when first intraining, years ago - why the ones of today do not know how fortunate they are - and so every oneis gradually getting a nice soft pillow. Cold and really nippy.Possible Flying Hours: - 2.10 Night: - 3:35 Hours Flying Carried 0ut: 2:10 Night: - 3:35

Feb. 22/44 The Ferry Squadron has been kept busy transferring aircraft from East to West and viceversa. No. 8 B. & G. is indeed the crossroads of Aviation - American aircraft flying, to Edmonton,Whitehorse, Dawson from far Eastern points - Canadian aircraft & Trans Canada Airlines fromEast to West.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 10:00 Night: - 10:25 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 10:00 Night: - 10:25

Feb. 23/44 Air excellent.Concert was put on by our Station band before the show last evening - they really did themselvesproud. G/C M.D. Lister (Cl68) has returned from annual leave and again resumes his Command.The Bowling League is well into the last lap with Equipment in No. 1 position winning 20 gamesand losing 8. Competition is very close.

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Feb. 24/44 Flying has been washed out completely all day due to winds, low lying fog and snow -as a result a very quiet day.The new 25 yd range across the road has been put to use, and except where an East wind isblowing no shooting can be heard.The first Operational Wing to be seen on this station was presented to J16581 F/L N.L. Stephensonby Cl68 G/C M.D. Lister on the Commanding Officer's Parade this morning. F/L Stephenson, whois an Air Gunner, completed 39 trips during the North African campaign.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - :40 Night: -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - :40 Night: -

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Feb. 25/44 An 18 or 20 piece string, reed and brass Orchestra is being organized on the Station - itshould be successful as our band has proven itself on more than one occasions already. Flying was resumed today - but it is still windy.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 10:10 Night: - 1:15 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 10:10 Night: - 1:15

Feb. 26/44 Course 96 - which commenced training 29th Nov/43, left today for #2 A.O.S. forfurther training. Five Airmen tied as best bombaimers and the silver bullet was won by NZ216740LAC McLellan I.Q. The silver bracelet was presented to NZ1926 P/O R.B. Pinel with an averageof 88.8%. The course consisted of 53 Airmen and 2 RNZAF Officers. 25 R.C.A.F. - 22RNZAF - 8 R.A.F. Five Airman have been transferred to later courses due to Medical reasons, 2ceased training - one due to Academic reasons, the other Medical reasons. 43 graduated.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 1:45 Night: -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 1:45 Night: -

Feb. 27/44 A fairly mild spring day - sunshine and excellent weather for flying. The regularchurch services were held in the Recreation Hall with a fairly good turnout at both services.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 9:55 Night: -Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - 9:55 Night: -

Feb. 28/44 Course 72 W.A.G.S. which commenced training Jan. 17, graduated today. 23Airmen consisting of 3 R.C.A.F. 20 R.A.A.F. of which one has been transferred to a new coursefor medical reasons. They received their wings from Croup Captain M.D. Lister (Cl68) in theBombing Hangar.AUS434966 Sgt Schoermer C.K. won the sliver bracelet for highest academic marks with apercentage of 93.75%. Sgt. Schoermer also won the silver bullet with a gunnery score of 6.0%.The top student for Wireless and B. & G. schools was AUS419249 Sgt. Bell J.D.C. with apercentage of 81.2%.Postings were as follows:19 R.A.A.F. to No. 1 Y Depot, Lachine.3 RCAF to No. 3 A.G T.F. Three Rivers.

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Today has been really wintry - snow and lots of it - no flying whatsoever.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - Night: - :45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - Night: - :45

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Feb. 29/44 Another winter day with temperature hovering around zero - with snow and a bitingnorth wind - our lovely Southern weather deems to have left us.Leap Year Day - the day when man sits back and lets his girl do the paying — we wonder. And so February is luring up to its true colours - A treacherous month.Possible Flying Hours: - Day: - Night: - :45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: - Night: :45

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Anson.................. ............. 33 7Bolingbroke...................... 20 3Lysander........................... 12 Nil.Harvard............................. 1 Nil.Moth................................. 1 1.

FLYING HOURSTotal number of hours flown during the month of February, 1944.

STATION STRENGTH

Officers 131 S.N.C.O.'s 183 W.D. Officers 7 C.D.C. Officers 2 Airmen 655 C.P.C. O.R. 2 Airwomen 187 U.S.A.A.C. O.R. 4 Trainees 370 Sr. N.C.O.'s W.D. 3 Civilians 100 C.P.C. Sr. 1 TOTAL....................... 1645

(M.D. Lister) G/C., C.O., No. 8 B. & G. S. Lethbridge, Alberta.

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March 1/44 Today has been cold, snowy and sunshiny intermittently. A contest has beencommenced whereas when any G.I.S. personnel questions one re the identity of the aircraft oneach day's D.R.O. and they are unable to identify it, five cents is to be deposited in a bottle for theMilk for Britain Fund.COURT MARTIAL

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March 2/44 General officers have reported here on temporary duty to set up the new system forNavigation Training. R.110117 T/WO2 Macvey, E.F. (Pilot) has been taken on strength as anofficer effective 9th January, 1944. No. 124 Ferry Squadron Detachment is now to be known asNo. 170 Ferry Squadron Det.Possible Flying Hours: Day - :30 Night - :40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - :30 Night - :40

March 3/44 V30229 S/O D.W.G. Scott has taken over the post of Wing Adjutant in Maintenance,replacing V30592 A/S/O H. Holtby who has been posted to No. 7 S.F.T.S. Macleod, effective 29thFebruary, 1944.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:10 Night - :45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:10 Night - :45

March 4/44 The Kinsman's follies have stirred up considerable interest. Aid is being enlistedfrom all personnel to enter into an Amateur Show to determine ability for these Follies, and ifchosen will go on a two week tour of Alberta. The Amateur Show is to be held here on Marchl4th. A snowy day, no flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:20 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:20 Night - Nil

March 5/44 A quiet, mild day - very little flying, although it finally cleared up late in theafternoon.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:00 Night - 7:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 3:00 Night - 7:30

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March 6/44 A good deal of flying was done last night as it was a crystal clear night and full flying was resumed again this morning.A Summary of Evidence has been taken on R.93904 WO2 Coote, J.R. and FS A.C. MacDonaldR.92026 for removing beer from the Sergeants' Mess.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:35 Night - 10:05Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:35 Night - 10:05

March 7/44 Today is very sunny and the combination of sun and snow make it very difficult tosee. V30048 Fl/O K.E. Shuttlewood has resumed her former position as O.C. of the W.D. upon herreturn from No. 1 K.T.S., Trenton.A rather quiet day considering the fact that this is Monday.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:35 Night - 1:05Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7.35 Night - 1:05

March 8/44 A skating party was held last night on the station skating rink, but a fairly heavy windblew the snow in deep drifts across the ice making it difficult to manoeuvre.

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The longed-for Chinook wind arrived today, turning the station into a lake at noon, but by 1700hours all roads were practically dry.A meeting of all Inventory Holders and Independent Checkers was held in the Recreation Hall thismorning by the Commanding Officer to give all those concerned a clear picture of their duties.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:35 Night - 9:35Hours Flying Carried Out Day - 7:35 Night - 9:35

March 9/44 The temperature has risen to well over 50° degrees. The roads are dry andgreatcoats are indeed a burden.Despite a high wind a reasonable amount of flying was accomplished today, and time lost lastweek is being gradually caught up. After C.. 's parade this morning the five squadrons were takenon a route march around the station -the band leading - a good blood stir-upper.It was also noticed that the first group since last November negotiated the Commando Coursewhich is situated just outside the gates and parallel to No. 5 Highway.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:25 Night - 3:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 3:25 Night - 3:15

March 10/44 The semi-annual independent checking of inventories was commenced today.A surprise snowstorm which lasted only a short while during the early hours of the morning andaccompanied by a driving wind which blew the snow in great swirls greeted everyone thismorning. Last evening was mild and summary - hence the surprise. Flying was finally washed outdue to the heavy wind.

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March 11/44 Once again a 48 hour pass and business is cut down considerably. A full quota offlying today - an attempt to catch up on lost time. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:50 Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:50 Night - Nil

March 12/44 A heavy snowstorm washed out flying today and it turned much colder. Thisweather is playing havoc with flying hours and it is difficult to catch up. C12918 H/F/L H.S. Dodgson conducted regular services in our present chapel - the RecreationHall - as did C20790 H/F/L W.J. Cassidy at an earlier hour. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 2:00 Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 2:00 Night - Nil

March 13/44 A lecture on the Use of Fire Extinguishers is going to be held in the Recreation Hallthis evening for all Fire Fighters and other interested personnel.Another heavy posting of airmen overseas was completed this weekend. At least the airmen aremoving fairly fast.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:50 Night - 8:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:50 Night - 8:55

March 14/44 No. 8 Bombing and Gunnery is in deep mourning - our beloved and respectedAdjutant C.5605 F/L D.A. Lane has been posted to a new station. Our station will undoubtedly

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feel his loss - his tact, kindness and great attention to the small things which really count in theend is a pleasure we will all miss.The monthly mess meeting and dinner was held last evening. As the 3 month period is up C2074S/L E.A. Blanchard (Equip.) reliquished the President's position to C2426 S/L W.E. Gower. TheCommanding Officer and several officers from the Internment Camp were our guests.Today is really spring and perfect for flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:00 Night - 9:40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:00 Night - 9:40

March 15/44 Bags of bustle today! Headquarters inventory is getting the once over. Receivedword our new Adj. F/L Dempsey is in hospital at Edmonton, so S/O Jackson nobly holds the fort. Our one and only F/O Gordon D.A.P.M. left today for #11 E.D. Calgary. We can easily visualizea drop in the Officers' Mess

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March 15/44 (Contd.) entertainment. Beautiful day. Ceiling and visibility unlimited.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7.55 Night: NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:55 Night: Nil

March 16/44 Our new D.A.P.M. arrived this P.M., appears to have all the qualities of a goodtype.C.O.'s inspection and parade this morning. C.O explained to ths station personnel the closing ofNo. 8 on 1st December, 1944. Kit inspection of all other ranks this evening. Weather rather windy,bags of cloud.Two very good basketball games on the station this evening, Macleod boys and girls versus ourtalent. Our girls won handily, but our boys were not so fortunate, getting beaten out in the lastgame of a two game, total point, series.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:40 Night: 1:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:40 Night. 1:00

March 17/44 Very miserable weather out today. Raining with a slight wind.V30442 S/O Jackson still acting Station Adjutant and J24455 F/O Gillingwater acting in capacityof Assistant Adjutant until F/L Dempsey arrives. J. 17957 F/L P. Wilby DFC arrived here forcontact training after a great operational tour overseas. Very quiet, everything under control.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:05 Night: NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:05 Night: Nil

18 March/44 Big day on the station today. W/C Padwick and Maintenance Wing have startedtheir move into the new hangar. Weather beautiful. Still no word of the arrival of the new Adj. Very quiet. Pools 2 & 4 on 48 hr. pass. Lots of flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:10 Night: NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:10 Night: Nil

March 19/44 Another very quiet day. Maintenance are moving right along. Lovely day. Reallypiling in the flying hours.

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March 20/44 Terrific snow storm this morning, cleared up towards noon. Received word ournew Adj. is arriving Wednesday P.M. All back to normal, many happy faces after their 48.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:45 Night - 5.00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:45 Night - 5:00

March 21/44 A very normal day on the Station. Weather marvellous, a very noble attempt madeto catch up on the flying. The Skating Party was held in the Lethbridge arena, and was certainlya great success.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:00 Night - 4:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:00 Night - 4:55

March 22/44 Our new Adjutant (C.6530) F/L J.W. Dempsey arrived this afternoon to take up hisnew duties. A Station Dance was held this evening for Corporals and below, was an outstandingsuccess. A lovely day; the flying hours are beginning to look reasonable.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:50 Night - 4:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:50 Night - 4:35

March 23/44 A blustering day today, snowing quite heavily with a high wind. Flying didn’t evenget started.Maintenance Wing had their monthly dance tonight and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.F/L P. Wilby DFC (J.17957) and F/O C.D. Jane (J.15428) were presented with their OperationalWings on C.O's Parade. F/L Wilby also received a bar to his.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

March 24/44 Weather perfect, flying hours are increasing rapidly. Air Bomber Course No. 98graduated today. This course commenced training 3rd January with a personnel of 40 airmenmade up as follows: 20 R.N.Z.A.F. and 20 R.C.A.F. NZ432257 LAC Moultrie, D.C ofChristchurch, N.Z. was presented with the Miniature Bomb as best bomb aimer.R.213747 LAC Bates, G.F. of Kamsack. Sask, received the Silver Bullet for the best air firingscore. For the highest academic marks R.222830 LAC Hargreaves, G.E. of Jasper, Alta. waspresented with a silver bracelet, with a percentage of 92-7%.The entire course graduated and 21 were posted to Rivers, Man. and 18 posted to No. 2 A.O.S.,Edmonton. One airmen, a repatriated Air Bomber, remustered to Navigator “B”.The remarks of the O.C of Air Bombers were "High average class, both in ground and air work.Amount

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March 24/44 of air work reduced by adverse weather conditions". There were no wastages.

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(Cont’d) The C.A.S., A/M R. Leckie C.B., D.S.O., D.S.C., D.F.C., accompanied by S/L D.A.B.Marshall, AV/M R.R. Collard C.B.E., A/C K.M. Guthrie arrived by air from Vancouver at 1830hours on his way through to Ottawa.The A.O.C., A/V/M G.R. Howsam MC., accompanied by A/C D. Iron, O.B.E., G/C P.S. Secord,O.B.E., G/C C.A. Davidson and W/C G.M. Hamilton arrived from Calgary to welcome the guests.F/L D.J. Tyler was A/M Leckie's pilot and F/L E.H. McVeity was the Press Relations Officer.The party stayed for dinner and later A/M Leckie invited the officers to ply him with any questionsand they complied heartily. The evening was most pleasant and proved most enlightening.A/M Leckie and party left at approximately 2130 hours for the East.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10.20 Night - :45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:20 Night - :45

March 25/44 Weather perfect, flying hours piling up. One of our M.T. vehicles was turned on itsside at l600 hours coming in from the range. Nobody seriously hurt, few scratches and bruises. The Investigating Officer is J.24453 F/O W.T. Gillingwater.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:05 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:05 Night - Nil

March 26/44 Typical Spring Sunday, warm and not a cloud in the sky. Flying all day. H/F/LDodgson conducted the Church Service for Protestants at 1100 hours, at an earlier hour H/F/LCassidy conducted Services for those of the Catholic faith.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 1:20 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 1:20 Night - NilMarch 27/44 Course 74 W.A.G.'s, which commenced training 3rd January, received their wingstoday from C.2426 S/L W.E. Gower, M.C. Sixteen students commenced the training made up asfollows: R.C.A.F. 16 The winner of the silver bracelet for highest academic marks and the silverbullet for the best gunnery score was R.211544 Sgt. Sime, J.A. of Golden, B.C. with a percentageof 91.5% and 7.6% respectively. R.255016 Sgt. Mayne, C.E. of Woodbridge, Ont. was topstudent for Wireless and B. & G. School combined with percentage of 81.4%.Posting were - l4 to No. 1 Y Depot, Lachine. 2 to No. 111 O.T.U., Nassau. No wastages.Remarks were "High average course, cooperative, reliable, capable, very satisfactory; signalstandard (Morse), air firing ability above average - excellent in ground work.A mild, sunny day. A group of 70 went down to the Blood Donor's Clinic today and it is hopedthat our blood is going to mean life to some wounded person.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:00 Night - 9:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10:20 Night - 9:55

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March 28/44 Preparations are being made for the Kinsmen’s Victory Show this evening.The night fliers are making good time now on their night bombing. The weather has beenexcellent after many adverse conditions. The nights are starlit, clear and very little wind.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:15 Night - 10:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 10.15 Night - 10.20

March 29/44 The Station was treated to an excellent concert last evening sponsored by the

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Kinsmen's Club of Lethbridge. The talent was above average. The price of admission was .20¢- the price of 2 bottles of milk for the Milk for Britain Fund. Every number was heartily encored.This troupe will tour Southern Alberta for two weeks visiting the various stations. Flying is at ahigh average today. The last of the hockey games was played last evening. The ice is soft nowand our outdoor rink has reverted to its original form. Ten new staff pilots have been posted in - 5officers - 5 sergeants to relieve our thinning ranks of pilots and now the odd pilot can be O.O. onweekends as well as during the week.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:10 Night - 8:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:10 Night - 8:15

March 30/44 F/O D.H. McLean (J.l6692) was presented with his Operational Wings and citationthis morning on Commanding Officer's Parade. This is the fourth presentation on this station.C.l68 G/C M.D. Lister is on Temporary Duty at No. 19 S.F.T.S. Vulcan as President of a GeneralCourt-Martial. C.264 W/C W.J. Bundy has assumed command of the Station.Spring - a warm (60° above) day and excellent, for flying conditions up until approximately 1330hours. A strong wind blew up making it difficult for bombing and gunnery exercises. The FerrySquadron's apron held a variety of aircraft today - a Canso, two or three Ansons, three or moreHarvards and a Tiger Moth. Two Hampdens dropped in from the West a few days ago.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:00 Night - 9:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:00 Night - 9:20

March 31/44 A list has gone up on the boards of the 3 Messes asking for the names of those whowant to compete in inter-section baseball, softball, rugby and football teams - it is indeed Spring. We have a coincidence here. The Sergeant, a last War Veteran, in the Airmen's Mess has foundhimself working under the

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March 31/44 (Cont’d) sister of the brother whom he worked under in the First World War.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:05 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 11:05 Night - Nil

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Anson.................. ............. 32 11Lysander........................... 8 1Bolingbroke...................... 10 4Harvard............................. 1 Nil.Moth................................. 1 1.

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STATION STRENGTH

Officers 127 C.D.C. Officers 2 W.D. Officers 6 C.D.C. Senior N.C.O.’s NIL Senior N.C.O.’s 183 C.D.C. Other ranks NIL Other Ranks 656 RCASC Senior N.C.O.’s NIL Senior N.C.O.’s W.D. 4 RCASC Officers NIL Other ranks W.D. 188 RCASC Other Ranks NIL Trainees 380 C.P.C. Senior N.C.O.’s 1 Trainees W.E.T.P. NIL C.P.C. Other Ranks 2 Civilians 100 170 Ferry Sqdn. 2 170 Ferry Sqdn. O.R. 28 USAAC 4 TOTAL 1684.

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No. 8 B. & G.. School, Lethbridge, Alberta. April 4th, 1944.


(A) Protestant -;

Church Services 4: average attendance: 220 Communion Services 5: average attendance: 8 Baptismal (babies of personnel): 2 Marriages: 3 Confirmation classes held: 4 Funerals: 1Personnel confirmed: (all churches) 2 Hospital Visits: 23 Average per visit: 10 Office interviews: 268 Average per week: 67 Detention Barracks Visits: 9 Dedicatory Services for Graduating Classes: 2 Calls on bereaved homes in City: 8 Calls on airmen's homes in City: 6 Addresses given to personnel: (6 First Aid) 14 (8 to Courses) All Sections visited regularly every two weeks.

General condition of religious and spiritual welfare of personnel is satisfactory. Many domesticproblems which seriously hamper effectiveness of work are dealt with and are either solved orameliorated.

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The religious temperature (R.C.) of this Station has been thoroughly satisfactory to the Chaplain.Attendance at Sunday Mass and reception of the Sacraments has maintained itself-whilst,especially since the beginning of Lent, there has been a marked increase in attendance at week-dayMass. Since this latter is not required or obligatory, it can be taken on a definite indication of thereligious situation on this station.

( c) Station Discipline-:

Discipline during the month of March/44 continues to be quite satisfactory. Only one chargeinvolving detention is disclosed during the month, this being that of Rl50666 LAC Ruts, E.W.,who was sentenced 28 days detention for improper possession.Discipline in the city of Lethbridge is above average.

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There were four cases of Scarlet Fever and one case of Chicken Pox during the month of March.Hospital was filled te capacity throughout the month, mainly with sore throats and head colds.The general health of the station remains very satisfactory.

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Apr. 1 Commencing today a new system has been inaugurated whereby an alphabetical list of allst

Pilot Officers and Flying Officers has been made up and Orderly Officer is taken in turn regardlessof Duty Watch.Forty-eight hour passes are the only thing that prevent the names following systematically oneafter the other.Twenty four new appointments were shown in D.R.O.'s today, making it still seem veryworthwhile to work hard for advancement. Two more W.D. Corporals have gained entry to theSergeants' Mess. A mild, warm day - and April seems anxious to start off on the right foot.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.15 NIGHT: NILPossible Flying Time: DAY: 8.15 NIGHT: NIL

Apr. 2 Yesterday two airmen travelled to No. 2 I.T.S. Regina to take part in a boxing meet. nd

C264 W/C W.J. Bundy and W303174 Cpl Batt G.M. (W.D.) gave a fencing exhibition at the samemeet. “The flowers that bloom in the Spring - tra- la....” (what flowers) Nothing here but prairie.Nevertheless - Spring - or whatever it is - - is definitely floating around. Actually it is more likeSummer it is so hot. The digging bug has hit the Station anyway - and the ground is stirring again.Looks as if we'll be getting our vegetable garden going soon.The usual Sunday Services were observed but as today is Palm Sunday the occasion was especiallynoted throughout the sermons.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 9.20 NIGHT: NILPossible Flying Time: DAY: 9.20 NIGHT: NIL

Apr. 3 The picture "Bataan" was shown to a capacity audience last evening. They were willingrd

to battle the heat to see this stirring picture.Another day of heat. The Control Tower theremometer said 69° in the shade. Oh for our

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khaki. As a result flying was considerable and it looks like it may be a good night for flying.The Newzies and Aussies are opening up the Rugger Season this evening. It takes these "DownUnders" to get things going along these lines.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 10.55 NIGHT: 10.40 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 10.55 NIGHT: 10.40

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Apr. 4 The Commanding Officer kicked off the rugby ball at 1845 hours on the Station field lastth

evening, thereby opening up the season for outdoor sports and the two teams really fought it out. The Kiwi's (Newzies) finally came out on tip over the Kangaroos.Flying was washed out at 16:02 hours this afternoon due to a high wind - but this warm weatherstill continues. Storm windows off today - Another good sign.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 10.45 NIGHT: 08.45 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 10.45 NIGHT: 08.45

Apr. 5 Eleven appointments to Flying Officers came through D.R.O.'s today - Mass production.th

Indeed a lovely day - great plans are in the making for a final good season of sports - for this timenext year good old No.8 will be no longer here.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 08.05 NIGHT: 1.00 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 08.05 NIGHT: 1.00

Apr. 6 R178942 Cpl Kokolsky J. was commended this morning on Commanding Officer'sth

Parade in a letter from the Chief of Air Staff for combining into one instrument the scale andprotractor which are part of the present Camera Obscura, which is being publicized in the“Armament Training Circular”. Cpl. Kokolsky was presented on Parade with the original letter.It poured rain this morning, but as usual everything had dried out by 1700 hours.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 06.10 NIGHT: 5.50 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 06.10 NIGHT: 5.50

Apr. 7 Good Friday and a Station Holiday for all except those on Duty Watch and in essentialth

Duties. A Protestant Service was held this morning at 0900 hours.A great deal of American and Russian aircraft have gone overhead today - two were reportedmissing later in the day.A Spring day - but windy - no flying during the day or night.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: NIL NIGHT: NIL Possible Flying Time: DAY: NIL NIGHT: NIL

Apr. 8 The report is in of the time aircraft missing yesterday. Both crashed near Brooks, Alta -th

one Pilot killed - one injured.Flying washed out at 1600 hours due to heavy clouds and winds.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 10.40 NIGHT: 8.30 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 10.40 NIGHT: 8.30CO

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Apr. 9 A Kittyhawk from #170 Ferry Detachment ground looped on the Airfield when attemptingth

a landing with a flat tire. This being Easter Sunday special church services were held in themorning. It would have been a magnificient day for an Easter Parade walking in pairs rather thanmarching in column of route.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 05.30 NIGHT: NIL Possible Flying Time: DAY: 05.30 NIGHT: NIL

Apr. 10 A new flying schedule was inaugurated whereby there is now no flying in the afternoon. th

It has been found that the heat has produced violent vertical air currents at that time of the daywhich make accurate bombing almost impossible.A Wings Parade for the graduation of W.A.G. Course 75 was held in the Drill Hall at 1600 hours.There were 23 trainees composed of 20 RAAF and 3 RCAF. Winner of the Silver Bracelet forhighest Academic marks was AUS429211 LAC Peach, R.G. who had a percentage of 936. TheSilver Bullet for the best gunnery score went to R78683 Sgt. Boss, C.D. for a score of 5.5%. Topman for wireless School and B. & G. School was AUS 429211 LAC Peach, R.G. with an averageof 84.3%, Three RCAF were posted to #1 "Y" Depot, three of the RAAF were posted to 111O.T.U., eight to 32 O.T.U. and nine to #1 "Y" Depot.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 10.30 NIGHT: 8.30 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 10.30 NIGHT: 8.30

Apr. 11 Spring is very much in the air with wild ducks searching frantically for a pool of waterth

large enough to warrant the outlay of a nest in the vicinity. The new "Chinook" committee metunder the chairmanship of F/O M.W. McDonald. A new editorial policy was established andprizes for best features were announced.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 12.00 NIGHT: 8.35 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 12.00 NIGHT: 8.35

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Apr. 12 A cloudy and sunless day with a little rain and a cold wind. The various committeesth

organized to sell the record quota of $80,000.00 worth of bonds for the sixth Victory Loan, in theoffice of the S.Ad.O. S/L W.E. Gower MC, President of the Station Committee who was chairman. The Commanding Officer addressed the members and stressed the urgency of making theCampaign a success. The band, basketball team and several officers visited the Internment Camp.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 8.55 NIGHT: 3.45 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 8.55 NIGHT: 4.45

Apr. 13 The Commanding Officer's Parade was held on the Parade Square for the first time inth

the Current Year. The C.O. announced that in future when the fire alarm sounded only once thefire fighters and fire pickets only need turn out. If, however, it sounded a second time the wholestation personnel would report. The Officer's Mess Dinner was followed by a Boxing Meet in theDrill Hall which all Officers attended. Participants from various Navy, Army and Air Force Unitstook part. The large crowd helped swell the proceeds which went to the Air Cadet League.

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A bombing flight of Bolingbrokes took off for Suffield, Alberta at which place the Staffco-operated in a highly successful bombing mission. Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.15 NIGHT: 3.00 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.15 NIGHT: 3.00

Apr. 14 Flying Weather continues without a great deal of interruption, although there are a lot ofth

clouds. Station personnel are beginning to attend Victory Loan Meetings frequently in connectionwith the drive that is to commence shortly.A large number of genera1 list Officers were detailed to attend drill practise during the comingweek.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.50 NIGHT: 2.40 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.50 NIGHT: 2.40

Apr. 15 A perfect day for flying. The winds for which this part of Canada is notorious have notth

been frequent this Spring.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 6.30 NIGHT: 2.45 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 6.30 NIGHT: 2.45

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Apr. 16 A combined Church Parade of the Armed Forces in the locality vat held in Lethbridgeth

this morning. Three flights from the Station took part. The salute was taken by Col. Taylor of theInternment Camp. Group Captain Lister and the Station Adjutant were also at the Reviewing Base. O.C. i/c of the Air Force Contingent was S/L Blanchard. An Army band from Calgary took part.Much favourable comment was heard concerning the smartness of the RCAF Personnel. An M.T.Vehicle overturned between here and Lethbridge. No one was seriously hurt.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 3.30 NIGHT: 2.15 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 3.30 NIGHT: 2.15

Apr. 17 There is a noticeable reduction in the number of aircraft landing here while in transit. Ath

continuous stream of planes can be seen overhead proceeding to Edmonton and beyond.Dry weather continues and really green grass is in evidence only where the garden hose has beenused frequently.F/O C.R. Roberts reported in from #2 I.T.S. Regina. He will eventually take over as StationAdjutant.W/C W.J. Bundy (C264), Chief Instructor, proceeded on T.D. to Suffield, Alberta. Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 10.05 NIGHT: 6.25 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 10.05 NIGHT: 6.25

Apr. 18 A schedule of instruction for Pre - I.T.S. trainees on the Station for useful employmentth

was commenced today. As recent overseas postings of Airmen have depleted the supply ofgeneral duties personnel, it was difficult to find suitable hours for this instruction. A compromisewas made whereby they get 2 hours per day. A/C Recognition was stressed as this seems to be thesubject that causes most failures on Aircrew Courses.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 13.15 NIGHT: 8.50

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Apr. 19 The Station Riding Club featuring horses purchased with Non Public Funds has createdth

a great deal of enthusiasm. The sport of kings and cowboys is going to be a major interest on theStation during the coming summer. Purchased primarily for the use of Airmen and Airwomen, the horses are at present taking a course of training from Officers and senior N.C.O.’s who willlater act as instructors for the uninitiated among the other ranks. The steeds are being quarterednear the city, where any aspiring Sir Galahad, Buffalo Bill or Lady Godiva will be able to rentthem for a very small fee.An Airman's dance in the Drill Hall featured an orchestra from Magrath, Alberta, and was largelyattended.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.55 NIGHT: 8.55 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.55 NIGHT: 8.55

Apr. 20 The day dawned fresh clear and, as seems usual when there is a parade, chilly. Theth

Commanding Officer congratulated all ranks for having subscribed a total of $30,000.00 beforethe Victory Loan Drive has officially started. Advice received by signal from #4 T.C. Hdqs. to theeffect that the Commanding Officer, G/C M..C. Lister (C168) is posted to RCAF Station, Tofino,B.C. effective 29th April and to be replaced by G/C H.L. Foss from Boundary Bay B.C. reporting27th April, 1944.

Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.40 NIGHT: 8.35 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.40 NIGHT: 8.35

Apr. 21 Good flying weather continues. The impending change of both Commanding Officersst

and Adjutant has given Headquarters staff an increased amount of work.W/C Bundy leaves an temporary duty to attend a court-Martial at No. 2 F.I.S. Pearce.Air Bomber course 100 graduated. This course did particularly well in Aldis, but had difficulty inAircraft Recognition, in which subject there were 65 failures en the first test and 3 on thesupplemental. The class was addressed by F/L Stephenson in lieu of the Chief Instructor who was to speak in lieu of the Commanding Officer. There were 46 graduates and 3 failures. Thegraduates consisted of 21 RCAF, 19 RAF, 4 RAAF, and 2 RNZAF. 23 of the men were posted to#2 A.O.S. The best bomb aimer, R123888 LAC Turner W.J. of Witaskiwin, Alberta received aminiature bomb while GB1587171 LAC Rabbets, A.G. of Salisbury, England received a silverbracelet for the highest Academic Mark of 86.2%.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 10.10 NIGHT: 2.40 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 10.10 NIGHT: 2.40

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Apr. 22 A day of beautiful flying weather, with half the station on 48 hr passes, both planes fromnd

the Station and horses from the Riding Club are ranging far and wide.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.30 NIGHT: 1.15 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.30 NIGHT: 1.15

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Apr. 23 Flying proceeds apace and hours of flying time should establish a record. There hasrd

been a great influx of officers lately mostly RNZAF Trainees which had made 3 to a room a rulerather than an exception in the Officers Mess.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.35 NIGHT: 2.40 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.35 NIGHT: 2.40

Apr. 24 Wing Commander W.J. Bundy (C264) proceeded on Temporary Duty to Pearce.th

The Commanding Officer presented wings to W.O.A.G. Class 76 of which 23 out of 24 graduated.The class showed average ability on course at this school.R210665 LAC Cope, E.D. won the silver bracelet for the highest Academic Mark of 83.2%. Thewinner of the silver bullet for the best gunnery score of 4.8% was also LAC Cope while R197521LAC Guscott H.W. had the highest combined wireless school and B. & G. School mark with81.8%. The course consisted of 20 RCAF men and 3 RNZAF who were posted as follows:- 16 RCAF toNo. 1 "Y" Depot and 38 No. 111 O.T.Y. at Nassau, and 3 RNZAF to No.1 “Y” Depot. The onlyfailure was held pending advice regarding transferring him to Course #77.The Victory loan was officially underway today with half of the $30,000.00 already accounted for.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 6.25 NIGHT: 9.35 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 6.25 NIGHT: 9.35

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Apr. 25 The Victory Loan total came up to over $60,000.00. One LAC on the range paidth

$1,500.00 cash for bonds while 2 in Maintenance paid cash far $1,000.00 worth each.T.H. Cressy of British Aero Engines, Montreal who is field service representative for BristolEngines arrived in Lethbridge for a visit to this Station.S/L M.K. Young's successor as S.M.O. arrived on the Station. He is F/L Brown (C5946 ) whocame from No. 2 W.S. at Calgary.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 6.50 NIGHT: 7.50 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 6.50 NIGHT: 7.50

Apr. 26 The Victory Loan Drive has brought in well over $70,000.00. Not the same success isth

attending the sale of raffle tickets at $1.00 each on a $1,000.00 Bond. Good flying weathercontinues and flying hours are steadily mounting. S/L M.K. Young (C5877) left on posting toCalgary.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.40 NIGHT: 9.40 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.40 NIGHT: 9.40

Apr. 27 The victory loan went over the top with over $80,000.00 sales in under 4 days,—Afterth

the drive was officially started, a new objective of $90,000.00 was set.A large number of officers and guests enjoyed themselves at a dance in the officers' mess given inhonour of Group Captain M.C. Lister, retiring Commanding Officer. The new CommandingOfficer, Group Captain R.H. Foss arrived during the evening.The A.P.M. S/L Hammond visited the station from #4 T.C. Headquarters.

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Apr. 28 Command of the station was handed over under perfect weather conditions. Theth

squadrons formed up on the parade grounds at 1300 hours. After a very impressive ceremonyGroup Captain Lister departed for RCAF Station, Tofino, B.C. and Group Captain Foss took overthe reins. Two Aircraft made belly landings in the night with only superficial damage.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.15 NIGHT: 9.40 Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.15 NIGHT: 9.40

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29 Apr. The weather is a little uncertain and a falling barometer foretells that a storm isth

approaching. P/O C.R.Roberts (C21656) assumed the duties of station adjutant when F/L Dempseyleft on annual leave. F/L Dempsey will officially relinquish the duties of adjutant on 30th April,1944.Maximum Flying Time: DAY: 5.30 NIGHT: 45Possible Flying Time: DAY: 5.30 NIGHT: 45

30 Apr. The long awaited April shower arrived accompanied by sleet and wind. Flying wasth

held to a minimum during the day. The new Commanding Officer read the lesson at Chuchwhich service was well attended.


AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Bolingbroke 12 3 Ansons 28 19 Lysander 8 1 Harvard NIL NILFLYING HOURS Total number of hours flown during the month of April, 1944. 4396:40

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Officers 128 S.N.C.O.'s 197W.D. Officers 6 C.D.C. Officers 2 Airmen 571 C.P.C. O.R. 2

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Airwomen 194 U.S.A.A.C. O.R. Trainees 384 Sr. N.C.O.’s W.D. 5 Civilians 100 C.P.C. Sr. 1 Trainees W.E.T.P. NIL 170 Ferry Sqdn. Officers 2 170 Ferry Sqdn. O.R. 28 U.S.A.A.C. 4

TOTAL 1624

(R.H. Foss) G/C, Commanding Officer, No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alberta.

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No. 8 B. & G. School, Lethbridge, Alberta.

April, 1944.

“MONTH-END REVIEW”


( a) Roman Catholic - The religious situation (R.C.) of this Station is thoroughly satisfactory tothe Chaplain.This is evidenced in the attendance at Sunday Mass, whether a formal Church Parade is held ornot.What gives greater assurance of this is the attendance at Week Day Mass when there is noobligation of any kind at all.

(b) Protestant - The spiritual and moral standing of this Unit appears to be on a highlysatisfactory level. Church services are being well attended, and many personnel have been receiving instruction forconfirmation each for their own church. There is ample evidence of a splendid esprit-de-corpswhich can be traced in no small measure to the quality of effective stabilizing influence of thereligious life of the personnel.

2. STATION DISCIPLINE - The discipline on this Station generally continued be good during the month of April.

3. HEALTH OF THE STATION - There were two cases of measles,1 case of scarlet fever, and 1 case of chicken pox during the month of April. Admissions tostation hospital were much fewer this month being only minor illnesses.

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The general health of the station remains satisfactory.

3. RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

The spirit of the station with regard to sports is very high. Badminton tournaments, basketball (inter-station), volleyball, boxing, bowling, rifle shooting,fencing and archery keep everyone on their toes.One can find every evening in the Drill Hall exponents in the art of rings, tumbling, badminton and basketball. In the lean-to, others are using the billiards and shuffleboard provided for theirpleasure. P.T. classes are organized so that everyone participates.

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1 May/44 The Commanding Officer called a meeting of all Section Commanders. Twenty-sevenofficers and the Auxilliary Services Officer met in his office. The Commanding Officer calledupon the older officers to set an example in the Mess and elsewhere for the "younger set" tofollow. He said that it was essential that they be taught to use moderation in the ordering of theirlives.It was stated that this Station need be second to none in its appearance. Sections are to be made"clean-up" conscious. G/C Foss said that this could be done to a large extent by the example ofsuperiors. Paper and other rubish should be picked up when seen. Personnel are to be warmed tostay off lawns. Suggestions for Station improvement are to be broadcast by the sound truck atnoon hours.Condition of the Mess and barracks was also discussed. The Mess is to be inspected by theCommanding Officer on Wednesdays, by W/C Bundy on Mondays and by W/C Padwick onFridays. It was impressed on all that the success of the Unit depends on the happiness in theranks.S/L A.E. Turner (C.2126) reported on the Station to replace S/L E.A. Blanchard (C.2074) asS.E.O.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 04:00 Night - 01:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 04:00 Night - 01.55

2 May/44 It was announced that this Station has been awarded the Air Minister's Pennant forefficiency. While it was regretted that the announcement was not made while G/C Lister was stillhere, all are determined that when the next award is made, our new Commanding Officer shall bethe recipient of a pennant won in his own regime.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:00 Night - 04:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:00 Night - 04.25

3 May/44. Weather is excellent for flying and with aircraft serviceability maintaining such a highlevel, another good month is in prospect. S/L A.C. McClaskey from #4 T.C. Headquarters visitedthis Unit in connection with the Victory Loan.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 11:00 Night - 09:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 11:00 Night - 09.35

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4 May/44. It was announced by the Commanding Officer on Parade that a new Victory Loanobjective of $100,000.00 had been set. Subscriptions have now passed the $90,000.00 mark. Allwere impressed by the Commanding Officer's remarks regarding the need for saving to provide forpost-war rainy days. All ranks were congratulated on the winning of #8 B. & G. School's firstpennant.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:15 Night - 09:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:15 Night - 09.20

5 May/44. Forest fires, which have broken out in various parts of the province, are interfering withflying. Smoke obscured the landscape during the day and made night flying impossible. S/L F.C. Manning visited the Station from No. 4 C.M.U. in Calgary on an inspection tour.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 04:45 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 04:45 Night - Nil

6 May/44. Flying washed out due to smoke. Course 101, Air Bombers, who completed theircourse yesterday, left the Station today after their graduation ceremony. Out of 51 there were 48graduates, 3 being failures for academic reasons. . . .There were 19 perfect papers in Aldis. The course had difficulty with Aircraft Recognition due tothe fact that in Australia and. New Zealand the course of study in this subject is different toCanada.Of the graduates, 18 were from Australia, 15 from New Zealand, 11 from United Kingdom and 4from Canada. Twenty-two were posted to #5 A.O.S. at Winnipeg and 26 to #2 A.O.S. atEdmonton. GB.l681979 LAC Sherry, J.B. of Wishaw, Lanarkshire, Scotland, was the best bombaimer with a score of 88%. He was awarded the miniature bomb. NZ.1966 P/O J.B. Goscoignewas presented with a silver bracelet for having made the highest academic mark of 69.2%.The graduation date for W.A.G.’s Course No. 77 was set forward to today from Monday.Twenty-seven men received their wings, of whom two were Canadians and 25 Australians. BothCanadians were posted to #l "Y" Depot; 5 of the R.A.A.F. proceeded to #111 O.T.U.; 8 to #32O.T.U.; 5 to #4 A.O.S.; 2 to #2 A.O.S. and 5 to #l "Y" Depot. AUS.8660 LAC Duncan, J.M. wonthe silver bracelet given for the highest academic marks. He obtained an average of 87.1%. AUS.437671 LAC Bird, K.J. won the silver bullet with the best gunnery score of 4.6. LACDuncan, J.M. was also the top student at Wireless School and B. & G. School combinedwith an average of 78.5%.The class got a high average rating.F/O M.W. MacDonald (C.5264) G.I.S. Adjutant is posted to #4 C.M.U., Calgary, effective 7thMay, l944.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

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7 May/44. Flying was again impeded by the smoke. Aircraft participated for a short time in asearch for service aircraft from other schools believed lost in the vicinity, but no bombing ornavigation flights were made.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

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8 May/44. The smoke has cleared somewhat and several aircraft participated in the search for lostaircraft.Regular flying was resumed in clear weather, but with the horizon still obscured by smoke. TheVisiting Armament Flight from Mountain View reported on the Station. Among the officers wereW/C G.W. Ericksen (C.1305), S/L K.W. Walton (C.2104) and S/L P.M. Hale (C3880).Officers' Quarters are becoming very overcrowded with three to a room becoming a rule ratherthan an exception.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:20 Night - 09:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:20 Night - 09:35

9 May/44. A very strong wind caused flying to be washed out for the greater part of the day. This was the first day on which the wind has been the cause of lost time for some weeks. Two General List and six airmen pilots were posted overseas. Five of the airmen wererecommended for commissions on posting.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 09:45 Night - 03:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 09:45 Night - 03:30

10 May/44 Flying was resumed in calm weather. F/L H.E.N. Wight, W. & B. Officer, left onposting to E.A.C. Headquarters. He is not being replaced as no further construction work will bedone on this Unit. Sections 4 to 44 A.F.A. were read to G.I.S. staff and trainees.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:15 Night - 09:50Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:15 Night - 09:50

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11 May/44. Sections 4 to 44 A.F.A. were read to Headquartes and Maintenance staffs after C.O.'sParade. Overseas postings for 5 W.D. Clerks - 1 A.W. and one Cpl. Clerk-stenographer, 2 A.W.and one Corporal Clerk-general. Posting of Cpl. Clerk-Steno. delayed pending advice fromD.A.P.S. that A/Sgt. Powell, C.P. (W.302510) can revert to Corporal for posting.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 08:15 Night - 09:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 08:15 Night - 09:00

12 May/44. Anson belly-leaded on range while night flying. R.175233 LAC Cerbett, R.G. wasinjured when practice bombs, which could not be jettisoned, exploded under his seat and injuredhis legs. He was removed to the Internment Camp Hospital for an emergency operation.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:05 Night - 05:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:05 Night - 05:00

13 May/44 Several pilot officers and one Assistant Section Officer received their first promotionin commissioned ranks. It has become unseasonably warm. F/L A.R. Knight (C.3226) has beenposted to Western Air Command, leaving F/O T.R. Rogers (C.6760) in charge of the local ControlTower effective immediately.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 07:35 Night - 02:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 07:35 Night - 02:45CO

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14 May/44 The order permitting the wearing of summer uniforms effective tomorrow is readwith sighs of relief as the heat wave sends the thermometer over 85º in the shade.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:50 Night - 05:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:50 Night - 05:35

15 May/44 Khaki is in evidence everywhere as the sub tropical weather persists. A storm circledthe horizon at dusk and brought a strong wind, but no rain. F/O T.R. Rogers (C.6760), AerodromeControl Officer, was also posted to Western Air Command, but the posting is being held up.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:25 Night - 00:50Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:25 Night - 00:50

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16 May/44 Tke S.O.S.O. from Training Command Headquarters, W/C N.D. MacKeen (C.1172)reported on the Station for an inspection visit. F/L J.P. White (C.8506) Personnel Counsellor,from Command spent the day on the station and advised that a Unit Counsellor would be postedhere shortly to deal with rehabilitation problems.R.175829 LAC Nicholls R.V. won the $700.00 Victory Bond raffle and two other lucky airmenwon a $50.00 bond each donated by the City of Lethbridge. The Commanding Officer announcedwinners at the Station show.Another storm that just missed lighted up the Eastern sky with vivid lightning flashes.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:30 Night - 05:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:30 Night - 05:30

17 May/44 A heavy downpour of long overdue rain fell for an hour in the evening and washedout flying for a short time. It aided the clean-up campaign by settling dust and giving moisture tograss and other vegetation.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 08:55 Night - 03:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 08:55 Night - 03:45

18 May/44 The Commanding Officer announced that the Victory Loan total was $96,750.00. Apractice parade and route march was held in preparation for the A.O.C.’s visit. F/L W.C.Clements (C.51790) and F/O L.H. Maybin (J.11144) visited the Station regarding navigationtraining. W/C J.H. Cartwright (C.1503), Command Equipment Officer, also visited the Station. F/O C.W. Jackman (C.36772) was appointed Intelligence (Security) Officer for the unit. Sq/OLaidlaw, L.J. (V.30068) visited the Station from Command.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 04:20 Night - 00:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 04:20 Night - 00:45

19 May/44 A steady drizzle restricted flying and other outside activities.Course 78 W.A.G.’s had a Wings Parade with 11 Canadian and 15 Australian graduates receivingtheir wings.

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scores.AUS.435561 LAC Emerson A.C won the Silver Bracelet for the highest academic mark of 90.2%.AUS.431212 LAC Verlin, J.S. was presented with a silver bullet for the best gunnery score of11.5%. The top student at Wireless School and Bombing & Gunnery School combined was AUS.431104 LAC Kelly, R.J.Course 102 Air Bombers also graduated. This was the initial course of Air Bombers to takenavigation training at #8 B.G.S. and set a good pace for future courses. There were 43 graduates,while 3 failed on academic grounds. The best Bomb Aimer, AUS.55625 LAC Breckley, L. had ascore of 80% and received a miniature bomb.NZ.438670 LAC Walker, D.I. received a silver bracelet for the highest academic mark of 82.8%and dividers for the highest navigation proficiency with a score of 83.7%. All graduates wereposted to #2 A.O.S., Edmonton.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:35 Night - 02:10Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:35 Night - 02:10

20 May/44 This is a beautiful sunny day with normal routine. S/L A.J. Kerwin (C.5952) vicitedthe Station from No. 4 T.C. Headquarters on a medical inspection.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:30 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:30 Night - 09:45

21 May/44 The normal routine was in effect until a heavy downpour in the evening interruptedproceedings. Officers and their wives were entertained in the Officers' Mess.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:45 Night - 01:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:45 Night - 01:25

22 May/44 F/L C.S. Lindberg (C.10214) came from Command to preside at Trade Tests. A realattempt has been made to improve on the results of preceding trade tests. The Command PublicRelations Officer (C.24864) F/L E.M. McVeidy was also on the Station as was F/L R.A. Reid (C.10532) Command Photographic Officer.Three Australian pressmen and Senator Buchanan of Lethbridge visited the Station.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:45 Night - 09:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:45 Night - 09:15

23 May/44 Command Trade Test Board proceedings continue. The Station is preparing for thevisit of the A.O.C. on Thursday. Recent rains have served to make the Station much moreattractive. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:45 Night - 08:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:45 Night - 08:35

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24 May/44 The Hon. David Wilson, New Zealand High Commissioner to Canada and G/C. Whiteof the R.N.Z.A.F. visited the Station with their retinue. In the evening they attended a rugby gamebetween the Auisies and Newsies. During the day they acquainted themselves with members ofthe R.N.Z.A.F. on the Station. Inefficiency trade boards were held for five personnel on the Stationunder the chairmanship of F/L Lindberg.

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25 May/44 The A.O.C. visited the Station for an inspection and toe present the efficiency pennantawarded by the Minister. He was accompanied by G/C Dicks (S.P.S.O.) and F/L Smith (P.A.). The party arrived by air at 1000 hours and immediately commenced an inspection tour ofbarracks, canteens, the airmen's mess as well as G.I.S.After lunch, Stores were inspected while the parade was forming up on the parade ground. TheA.O.C. approached at 1400 hours. After the general salute he briefly addressed the parade andpresented the pennant to the Commanding Officer. The presentation was followed by a marchpast in column of route. During the afternoon hangars were inspected.The A.O.C. was interested particularly in the establishment of an Intelligence Room and anInformation Room. Locations for these rooms were discussed.The party stayed in the city for the night and left by air the following morning.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:30 Night - 09:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:30 Night - 09:35

26 May/44 The Command Trade Test Board ended its visit. The impression was that results andbeen well above average.Preparations are underway for the Station Dance in the Drill Hall tomorrow might. Excellentflying weather prevails.F/L A.R. Knight (C.3226) reported back from W.A.C. Several Aerodrome Control Officers areposted here.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:55 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:55 Night - 09:45

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27 May/44 Six Air Bombers posted to A.G.T.S., reporting 1st July, for training prior toembarkation for overseas. A Station dance for all ranks was held in the Drill Hall and was wellattended.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:00 Night - 09:40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:00 Night - 09:40

28 May/44. A Drumhead Service for Protestant personnel was held on the grass behind GroundInstructional School.The sermon was given by H/S/L J.G. Sparling (C.4230). A baptismal ceremony was held in theOfficers’ Mess in the afternoon.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:15 Night - 10:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:15 Night - 10:00

29 May/44. V.30442 S/O J.E. Jackson, Assistant Adjutant, reported back today from T.D. at No.2 K.T.S., Trenton.The sky is stormy and making flying difficult. The flower beds, grass and treas are beginning to get some life to them. We hope to have anotheroasis in the desert this summer.

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30 May/44. Lacrosse and softball, at well as golfing tournaments, are well under way now. No. 8is holding its own very well.The weather is very good for flying today. A warm bright day with a small shower late in theafternoon. S/L C.B. Walkor DSO & Bar and S/L Hilditch visited this school and gave a lecture tothe trainees .Possible Flying Hours: Day - 08:55 Night - 00:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 08:55 Night - 00:30

31 May/44. Sgt. E.L. Buchanan, R.C.M.P., Security Control, visited the Station in the course of aninvestigation into fires on Government property.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 09:45 Night - 09:40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 09:45 Night - 09:40

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May 31/44 PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen or STAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D.’s Civilians R.C.A.F. .................... 128 830

W.D. ......................... 5 185 Nursing Sisters. ........ 2

SERVICE PERSONNELOTHER THAN R.C.A.F. C.D.C. ......................................... 2 1 C.P.C. ........................................ 3 170 F.S. ..................................... 4 24 U.S.A.A.F. ................................ 5

CIVILIANS Barrack Officer. ............................ 1 Others. .......................................... 99 TOTAL STAFF 141 863 185 100

TRAINEESR.C.A.F. .................................. 189

R.A.A.F. .................................. 77 R.N.Z.A.F. .............................. 13 83 R.A.F. ..................................... 20

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AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson 29 26 Bolingbroke 9 5 Lysander 6 3 Harvard 1 Nil

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May 31/44 FLYING HOURS Total number of hours flown during May: 4,786 Hours and 40 Minutes

MONTH END REVIEW ( of Health, Spiritual Welfare, Discipline and Recreation, etc. isappended)

(R.H. Foss) Group Captain, Commanding Officer, No. 8 B. &G. School. R.C.A.F., Lethbridge, Alberta.

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MONTH END REVIEW

31 May, 1944.st

1. HEALTH OF UNIT IN GENERAL

Sickness on this station as evidenced by hospital days, has increased slightly during themonth of May, there being 999 days, as compared with 953 oar April.There has been a definite increase of infections disease, the total for the month being 16, ascompared with 4 last month. Scarlet Fever has occurred mainly among New Zealanders andAustralians, and has constituted the greatest problem, but has by no means reached epidemicproportions.The Command V.D. Control Officer visited during the month and discussed the problems ofcontrol with Medical Officers and Padres, stressing the importance of cooperation.Regular sanitary inspection revealed the Station generally to be satisfactory.

2. SPIRITUAL WELFARE (a) Protestant:CO

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The religious life on this Unit is fairly satisfactory. Church Services are supported by SeniorOfficers and by large numbers of the personnel. However, much is to be desired in this regardfrom Junior Officers, staff pilots, Servicing Squadron, the Hospital Staff and Messing Staff.

Morale is good in almost every Section. Individual cases of poor morale are often duo to homeworries, or from the fact that personnel have been on this Station for over two years. A.F.H.Q. docooperate in cases of urgent need for Compassionate Postings, but much could yet be done forthose who have been here too long.

(b) Roman Cathtolic: The spiritual aspect of this Station (R.C.) is eminently satisfactory to the Chaplain. Whilstthe spiritual life of Catholic airman and airwomen could be considerably enhanced ifcircumstances and equipment allowed, these same are doing admirably well when conditions aretaken into consideration. This is evidenced in their attendance at Sunday mass without theformality of a parade and their frequentation of the Sacraments.

3. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

This unit is in the Southern zone of #4 T.C. and bears the title Southern Air Force League. The Stations included are No. 19 S.F.T.S., Vulcan; No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm; No. 7 S.F.T.S..Macleod; No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce; No. 8 B.G.S., Lethbridge.

Schedules have been drawn up for the following sports: Baseball, Softball, Soccer Football,Rugby (English), Golf, Tennis and Lacrosse.

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3. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES (Continued)

No.8 has played to date the following games in the schedulee: Softball - at Vulcan (both Airmen and W.D.) Soccer - at Pearce and Macleod. Rugby - at Lethbridge against Claresholm. Rugby - at Vulcan. Lacrosse - at Claresholm. Lacrosse - at Lethbridge against Macleod. Golf - at Pearce.

The S.A.F.L. is very well organized and functioning very successfully.

This unit has two teams in the Lethbridge City League and one of the teams (Repair) is at presentat the top of the league. There are six Station softball teams and, to date, Headquarters is tiedwith Repair for the top bracket.A great deal of interest has arisen in English Rugby. There are six course teams and

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all-Australian and all-New Zealand teams.The Station owns twelve riding horses and operates a Riding Club. Trail rides have been organizedand have proven to be very popular.Each Monday the Station has a golf evening at the Country Club. Special concessions have beengiven Station personnel. Tournaments are played each month for two Station trophies.Rifle shooting is quite popular. The team from this unit stands high in the Command Sheet.

4. DISCIPLINE

Station discipline for the month of May has been excellent, with three isolated cases requiringattention, as follows:(a) One airman from No. 10 R.D. charged by City Police Courts with three offences under theCivil Court; theft of a car, theft of a Vacuum Cleaner, and damage to property.(b) One airman from No. 8 B.G.S. charged with the same offences.(c) An officer charged with a Civil Offence and a Summary of evidence has been taken.

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1 June /44 A new month and the second half of 1944.A heavy rain fell during part of the morning and afternoon, but cleared up for night flying. Thetwo classes which graduate tomorrow are cleaning up their last bit of work.

Possible Flying Hours: Day - 0610 Night - 09:10Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:10 Night - 09:10

2 June /44 A clear, bright day; excellent for flying.Course 79 W.A.G.'s which commenced training 24th April, graduated today, twenty-five airmencommenced the course, consisting of: 21 R.C.A.F., 3 R.A.A.F. and 1 R.N.Z.A.F.K.255834, Sgt. Edmunds, J.D. of Vancouver, B.C. was the winner of the silver Bracelet with thehighest academic marks of 86.1%. The Silver Bullet was presented to R.252325, Sgt. Murray,A.D. of Springhill N.S. WA.G. Course 79 set a very high standard for Morse signals - 97.6%. Postings were: R.C.A.F. - 13 to #3 O.T.U., Patricia Bay 3 to #6 O.T.U., Comox 5 to No. 1 Y Depot, Lachine R.A.A.F. 3 to No. 1 "Y" Depot, Lachine R.N.Z.A.F. 1 to NIo. 1 "YT" Depot, LachineA total of twenty-five graduating, there being no wastage.Course 103 Air Bombers which commenced training 13th March, graduated today. The classconsisted of 39:R.A.A.F., 5, R.A.F., 6, R.N.Z.A.F., 14 R.C.A.F. The Miniature Bomb was presented to GB.1583735 LAC Holmes, E.M. of Dudley, England, witha mark of 76%. GB.1622465, LAC Goulding, W. of Bradford, Yorkshire, England, was presentedwith a Silver Bracelet for the highest academic marks - 84%. For the highest Proficiencynavigation NZ.439367, LAC Jones, E.M. of Christchurch, New Zealand received Dividers. Hisaverage was 78.9%.This course holds 2 Station records in bombing scores High Level Night made by K.2702946LAC Scheneffer - 36 yards converted. Low Level Day made by NZ428195, LAC Bowden, H.C. -

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11 yards actual. Course 103 dropped more than the average number of bombs - 150Thirty eight graduated, there being one failure due to Academic Law in bombing theory. Postingswere: 21 Posted to #1 C.N.S., Rivers and 17 posted to No. 5 A.O.S., Winnipeg.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:45 Night - 09:50Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:45 Night - 09:50

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3 June /44 Rain again today cutting down flying hours.Course 103 Air Bombers packed up and left today and a new course has taken up their sleepingquarters. The officers got busy this afternoon and cut the large lawn surrounding their quarters. Such activity was almost too much for then according to their complaints, but a few runs on theCommando Course will soon remedy that.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

4 June /44 Snow! At least that white, fluffy stuff falling cannot be white rain, or even a ScotchMist, as the daily newspaper so coyly called our downpurs of the past few days. It seems onceagain our seasons are mixed, instead of snow in January we had 68° and 70° above zero heat andtoday - June - we have snow. The officers had their monthly dance last evening and it was a mostenjoyable affair. As a result of no flying business is well nigh nil.

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5 June /44 Rome has fallen into Allied hands! More than ever now they need our backing andsupport. Weather has been for Station routine flying. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 07:20 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 07:20 Night - 09:45

6 June /44 D-Day! The Allies have struck and landed on the shores of Normandy! The weather has cleared temporarily and full flying has been carried on. Strangley enough, thoughthere is so much activity in Eurepe today, in contrast work is quiet here and quite routine. C.373,G/C R.H. Foss attended a Court martial at No. 2 B.G.S., Mossbank today. C.264, W/C W.J. Bundyassumed temporary command.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 0810 Night - 08:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 0810 Night - 08:25

7 June/44 A perfect day of flying, but clouds have piled up this afternoon. The CommandingOfficer has returned from Mossbank. A Golf Tournament is taking place and so far the officers aremerely holding their own.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 07:25 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 07:25 Night - 09:45

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8 June/44 A good flying day- The 25 yard Range, which is across the road from the Admin. Bldg. is stiff competition when talking. The East wind blows almost all the time, hut we hope the noisedoes not step until the day when the quota has been filled for aircrew.The Commanding Officer gave us a "pep" talk this morning on his Parade. He urged us to workhard to obtain first place during this quarter for the Minister's Pennant.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:55 Night - 09:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:55 Night - 09:35

9 June/44 C.264 W/C W.J. Bundy, Chief Instructor, and W.306630 AW1 Andersen, A.M. werehonoured by the King today in his Birthday Honours, the former receiving the A.F.C. and the latterthe B.E.M.A fairly good day for flying; a sudden squall in the afternoon. Sports! Sports! Sports! - Baseball,soccer, fastball, riding and now picnics. The enthusiasm on this School is something to marvel atand congratulate.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 09:15 Night - 09:50Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 09:15 Night - 09:50

10 June/44 CAN C.3358 W/C Padwick, H.W., Chief Engineering Officer, has been posted to No.36 O.T.U., Greenwood. N.S., effective 15th June, 1944. A beautiful day for flying - large, fluffyclouds at 7,000 feet.All Section Commanders are to be responsible for the lawn and garden in front of their Section. Inthis way the large responsibility of caring for them does not fall on one person's shoulders.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:20 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:20 Night - 09:45

11 June/44 A most uneventful day and a day which makes it difficult te sit in an office and try towork. Flying conditions were good and will be for the evening fliers.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:00 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:00 Night - 09:45

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12 June/44 A wet, miserable day- Flying was washed out very early in the day. The rain hashardly let up all day. The fastball game has been called off.Attention has been called to the regulations regarding saluting of all officers in and out of uniform. This was done through the medium of D.R.O.s.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:10 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:10 Night - Nil

13 June/44 Another wet day. it poured rain all day until 1600 hours. Of course, the natives saythis is unheard of, but pray for more to keep their crops progressing.No flying this morning at all. The new Chief Engineer Officer C.1463 S/L J.R. Farquharsonarrived from No. 4 T.C. yesterday to take up his duties.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - NilCO

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14 June/44 The monthly Mess Dinner and meeting is to be held this evening. A clear, warm dayfor a change, and a little flying. The Victory Garden is doing very well. We get the first radishesfrom it this week.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:55 Night - 09:40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 05:55 Night - 09:440

15 June/44 This afternoon 125 members of the Lions Club from Alberta and Montana wereescorted through the Station on a tour of inspection. They were served tea in the W.D. Canteenwhere the Commanding Officer spoke to them. A convention of the Lions Club is being held inthe City of Lethbridge.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:20 Night - :45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:20 Night - :45

16 June/44 One more repatriated officer has been posted to this Unit from No. 1 Repat. Depot,Rockcliffe - CAN J.18628 F/O G.H. Hoosier, A.G. who has seen action in North Africa.W.A.G. Course No. 80 which commenced 8th May with 26 airmen graduated today. Two weretransferred in from Course 79 and one transferred out to Course No. 81. One trainee wasreselected. Postings were at follows: 1 R.N.Z.A.F. - No. 1 “Y” Depot 3 R.A.F. - No. 5 O.T.U., Boundary Bay 2 R.C.A.F. - No. 111 O.T.U. Nassau4 R.A.A.F. - No. 1 “Y” Depot 12 R.C.A.F. - No. 1 “Y” Depot 4 R.C.A.F. - Pennfield Ridge. N.S.

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16 June/44 (Cont’d) Winner of the Silver Bracelet was R.263324 Sgt. Harlow, K.G. with highestacademic marks of 85.7%. AUS431357 Sgt. Hobbs, J.J. won the Silver Bullet for the best gunneryscore of 11.7%. The top student for both Wireless & B.G.S. was AUS429711 Sgt. Kendrick, R.with a percentage of 83.8%. The remarks of the O.C. of Air Gunners were “Very good,cooperative course. Good air firing marks and excellent signals marks.”Course 104 Air Bombers, also graduated today. This course commenced 27th March with 47trainees of which 4 were transferred in and 11 transferred out, making a total of 40 who graduated. The entire course was posted to No. 7 A.O.S. Portage la Prairie, Man.AUS432701 LAC Gerham. R.F. of Croyden, N.S.A., Australia, was presented with the MiniatureBomb as the best bomb aimer. His score was 74% - 115 yards converted to 10,000 feet, alsoaverage yards Low Level was 44 yards. The Silver Bracelet for highest academic marks waspresented to NZ.2039 P/O D.O. Turner of Wellington, New Zealand, with a score of 84.2%. NZ4216544 LAC Beet, L.M. of Wellington. N.Z. had the highest proficiency in Navigation andreceived a pair of dividers. His ground work was 95.3% and air work 75%. This course droppedan average of 151.5 bombs, which is the highest of any course to date.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

17 June/44 Six officers (Air Bombers) have been posted to A.G.T.S. prior to proceedingoverseas, effective 30th June, 1944. A request for those interested in Forestry is noted in D.R.O.'s. As this is a basic industry there should be several interested people. A miserable day, so no flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 03/00 Night - :25

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18 June/44 Church services were held this morning in the Recreation Hall for both RomanCatholic and Protestant personnel. A much sunnier day than has been all week, but still cloudy andwindy. A large number of American aircraft are passing overhead these days, turning all eyes tothe sky.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 08:15 Night - 09:40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 08:15 Night - 09:40

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19 June/44 A fire practice was held this afternoon - a much needed affair. A beautiful day forflying. Last evening a film was shown in the Officers' Lounge for the wives and guests of theofficers.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:30 Night - 10:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:30 Night - 10:15

20 June/44 The Lethbridge Ward M.l.A. Group put on a splendid hour and a half of music.Several numbers were given by the orchestra and choir. The score of "Martha" was beautifullysung by the choir and accompanied by the orchestra. It was indeed a delightful evening.Flying was carried out, but weather conditions could have been greatly improved. V.13578 Sq/OJ.F. Davey, S.M.O. and V.30068 Sq/O L.J. Laidlaw, Command Staff Officer, arrived on theStation today. Sq/O Davey is here to speak to all the airwomen on medical problems. A Court ofInquiry has been assembled to investigate the absence of W.305722 Cpl. Smith, M.E. Our sportsaddicts are doing well in their respective games. Lacrosse and softball teams won their games,but lost at rugby. The inter-Station golf tournament commenced today.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 09:45 Night - 08:05Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 09:45 Night - 08:05

21 June/44 The longest day in the year; commenced the day with a 300-1400 foot ceiling; verychilly and not very cheerful, but under pressure has improved a little - very little.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 03:15 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 03:15 Night - 09:45

22 June/44 Commanding Officer's Parade was held on the Parade Square this morning. Anexcellent flying day and flying was carried on throughout the Parade. We went on a short routemarch which we could do every Thursday A.M. Each Section is working valiantly to keep downthe thick growth of grass and the officers in charge of the various Sections have dubbedthemselves as "O.C. i/c of Weeds and Seeds."Possible Flying Hours: Day - 08:45 Night - 09:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 08:45 Night - 09:55

23 June/44 A sudden influx of Americana today who were passing through. A very windy day butthe sun was shining. Several of the officers have left to compete in a Golf Tournament atFernie, B.C.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 05:45 Night - 07:40

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24 June/44 Three W.D.'s and one airman have been posted overseas. Their trades are ClerkGeneral, Clerk Steno, and a Driver Transport. A difficult day for flying due to our old friend -Wind. We are now gathering in the vegetables from the Victory Garden - Spinach - scads of it(which, no matter how many times one washes it, the sand stays, according to some of the W.D.'s)radishes, lettuce etc., etc .Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:15 Night - 03:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:15 Night - 03:40

25 June/44 A warm, sunny day - and a good flying day. Capt. McEwan, the Padre from theInternment Camp, gave the sermon in the Protestant service this morning.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:55 Night - 02:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:55 Night - 02:20

26 June/44 Raining - sheets of it - and not one bit pleasant. Volunteers to give blood donationswent into the Clinic in town this afternoon. Now that the need is greater, more are volunteering,which, we hope, encourages the civilians to do so.Possible Flying Hours: Day - :45 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - :45 Night - Nil

27 June/44 C.A.V.U. This morning - for how long is unpredictable. The weatherman is themost undecided person of all. The trail rides are most popular now and fastball, lacrosse, soccer,etc. are reaching their climax, making it a busy station for sports.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:00 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:00 Night - 09:45

28 June/44 A real midsummer day - good flying, and a busy day. The flying hours have jumpedte new heights since the new system of flying in the morning, skipping the afternoon until 1700hours, then flying until 0500 hours was inaugurated.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:45 Night - 09:10Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:45 Night - 09:10

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29 June/44 A hot, bright day - excellent for flying. Commanding Officer's parade this morningand we had another route march. The band is certainly a great help and are really good. TheC.O. encouraged us to keep up the good work we are doing, but reminded us there is always roomfor improvement.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:00 Night - 09:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:00 Night - 09:45

30 June/44 A big station dance was held last night in the Drill Hall. The orchestra from No. 7

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S.F.T.S., McLeod, lent a real night club air to the dance which was complete with a soft drink anddoughnut bar. It was one of the best dances this station has seen in some time. A windy, butsunny day, making it difficult for flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 06:40 Night - 08:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 06:40 Night - 08:35

PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D.'s Civilians R.C.A.F. 132 758 175 W.D. 6 Nursing Sisters 2

SERVICE PERSONNEL OTHER THAN R.C.A.F. C.D.C. 2 C.P.C. 3 170 F.S. 4 25 US. A.A.F. 4

CIVILIANSBarrack Officer 1Others 99 TOTAL STAFF 146 790 175 100TRAINEESR.C.A.F. 169R.A.A.F. 57R.N.Z.A.F. 6 61R.A.F. 16W.E.T.P. 87 TOTAL TRAINEES 6 390

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June 30thAIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson I 24 10 Anson II 15 4 Bolingbroke 10 3 Lysander 7 1 Harvard 1 Nil

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MONTH END REVIEW

30 JUNE ,1944.th

SPIRITUAL WELFARE OF UNIT(a) ProtestantMorale in this station may be considered very good on the whole. Overseas postings of severalW.D.'s have helped considerably. Serious shortage of hired help for farms has caused increase innumber of requests for Compassionate postings and Discharge.Church services are reasonably well attended, considering the amount of apparently essential workrequiring staffing each Sunday morning. Marriages show a natural increase. Baptisms,confirmations and attendance at Holy Communion shew a steady interest among many in theservices of the Christian Church as represented by the Chaplain (P).

(b) Roman CatholicThe religious situation (R.C.) continues to be satisfactory. The new early morning flying schedulehas cut down to a few the attendance at week day Masses, but attendance at Sunday Massmaintains itself. This holds with or without a Church Parade.2. HEALTH OF UNIT IN GENERAL

Station illness as reflected by Hospital days has decreased this month, there being 855 days to dateas compared to 999 days to the corresponding date in May with a total for May of 1025 days.

The incidence of infectious disease has remained practically constant. The total for the monthbeing 18 cases as compared with 17 for last month. Scarlet Fever continues most prominent, withAustralians and New Zealanders forming a large bulk of the cases. Sporadic cases of Chicken Poxand Mumps, Influenza and Pneumonia also occurred. The new cases of V.D.G. developed thismonth but results of tracing contacts has been gratifying.G/C Kelly, D.M.S., W/C Gardner, Chief Pysiotherapist and Matron Portous visited and inspectedthe Station Hospital. Problems were discussed and the question of storing fruit in the HospitalCooler was raised. G/C Kelly sanctioned this practice.

Regular sanitary inspection revealed the station generally to be in good order and cooperation hasbeen excellent in carrying out suggestions offered by Medical Officers during routine inspections.

3. DISCIPLINE

During the month of June, two cases of a serious nature occurred; that of FS MacDonald, J.G.stealing $60.80 from the Sergeant's Canteen, Cpl. Smith, M.W. (W.D.) Deserter. One other caseof unusual nature was that of LAC Verdon, J.M. who advertised in a Montreal newspaper for PenPals. He was put on charge for this offence.

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4. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

During the month of June the Station Baseball team played ten games, winning six, while theFastball team won all but two of their games in both the Lethbridge League and the Southern AirForce League.

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3. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES (Cont.)

Beside inter-course Rugby an all star team representing the station played four games winning twoand tying one. Five games of inter-station Soccer were played of which No. 8 won four. Oneevening each weak it set aside as a station golf evening. No. 8 played host to Pearce, McLeod,Claresholm and Vulcan in a golf tournament at the Lethbridge Country Club. Also two games ofinter-station Lacrosse were played, No. 8 winning both.

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1 July/44 The beginning of a new quarter, the second half of 1944 and Canada's 77th Birthday.Thunder showers threatened flying most of the morning, but the afternoon turned warm and sunny.Course 81, WAG's, which commenced training 8th May, graduated yesterday. Twenty-nineairmen commenced the course, consisting of: 12 R.C.A.F., 10 R.A.A.F. and 7 R.N.Z.A.F. AUS.434726 LAC Bowles, R. was the winner of the silver bracelet with the highest academicmarks of 86.1%. The Silver Bullet for the best gunnery score was awarded to AUS.430779 LACRowe, V.E. The top student for Wireless School and Bombing & Gunnery School combined wasAUS.435408 LAC Haskell, M.B. with 83.4%. Postings were: R.C.A.F. - 3 to #5 O.T.U., Boundary Bay 3 to #3 O.T.U., Patricia Bay 6 to No. 1 "Y" Depot R.A.A.F. - 10 to #1 "Y" Depot R.N.Z.A.F. - 7 to #1 "Y" Depot. A total of 29 graduated, there being no wastage.Course No. 105, Air Bombers, which commenced training 10th April, graduated yesterday. Thecourse consisted of 49 — 21 R.A.A.F., 6 R.N.Z.A.F., 4 R.A.F. and 18 R.C.A.F. NZ.4213399 LACSpiers, E. of Wellington, N.Z. was awarded the Miniature Bomb upon attaining the score of76.4%. R.174528 Cpl. Johnson, C.A. of Winnipeg, Man. was presented with the Silver Braceletfor obtaining the highest academic marks. A pair of Dividers was awarded to R .123059 Sgt.Yewman, F.I. for highest proficiency in navigation with marks of 84.5% in air work and 77.3% inground work.Disposition of graduates: 24 to No. 5 A.O.S., Winnipeg 25 to C.N.S., Rivers.,Two members came up for reselection, one going to No. 2 "M" Depot, and one being posted to No.31 P.D. Reselection Board 2 June, 1944.

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2 July/445 The day started off by raining. As Pool 6 of the 6-pool system in effect in AirTraining Wing and Pool 3 of the 4-pool system in effect in Headquarters were both on a 48 hourpass Saturday and Sunday, the Messes were somewhat deserted over the weekend, but businesscontinued though somewhat out down.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4.15 Night - 6.05 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4-15 Night - 6.05

3 July/44 The Ferry Squadron (No. 170) are busy these days. A great number of planes havepassed through in the last week. Good flying this morning. The Commando Course is beingused to its fullest extent once more. The new course provides a better workout as it is moredifficult to go through, C.15017 F/L R.B. O'Callaghan was posted to this Unit from No. 3 O.T.U.,Boundary Bay, B.C.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7.00 Night - 9.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7.00 Night - 9.40

4 July/44 Today, Independence Day in the United States, was marked here by the worst storm inyears. Hail, rain, lightning and thunder lasted all afternoon, after a very still morning. There arelakes everywhere and many who were cutting lawns were thoroughly doused. We hope thefarmers' crops are not ruined. Sixty Air Cadets, made up of boys from #25 Campian Squadron,#32 Luther Squadron, #41 Balfour Tech Squadron, reported in for ten days' training.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.05 Night - 2.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.05 Night - 2.40

5 July/44 Another stormy day that turned the highway into a mud hole, making it very difficult fordriving. Arrangements have been made for a weiner roast tonight. The Air Cadets have taken toAir Force life like an aircraft takes to the air. The Station baseball team was victorious overthe Vulcan team by a score of 15 - 5.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.45 Night - 8.55 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.45 Night - 8.55

6 July/44 F/L R.B. O'Callaghan, who was recently posted to this Station, had his OperationalWings presented to him by Group Captain Foss on the weekly Commanding Officer’ Parade. Tosolve the problem of S.D.O., a complete list of all Squadron Leaders and Flight Lieutenants isplaced in DRO's and the only excuse for not carrying out their tour of duty is leave. If the S.D.O.slated for a certain time is to be on a 48, it is his responsibility to arrange a substitute. A goodflying day, but it is certainly

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water covered the floor due to the fact that the roadway and floor are on the same level. S/LStephens, Command Psychiatrist, visisted the Station for a medical consultation.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7.00 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7.00 Night - Nil

7 July/44 Today and tomorrow the West comes into her own. It is the Rodeo time in Lethbridgeand the Station had time off to take in the show. Our Station the Air Cadets, plus a large float,represented No. 8 in the morning parade.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

8 July/44 The Commanding Officer and Adjutant have both gone on leave. CAN C.264 W/CW.J. Bundy A.F.C., assumes temporary command and V.30442 S/O J.E. Jackson assumestemporary position as Adjutant. Flying was carried out to full extent during the morning.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.05 Night - 4.05 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.05 Night - 4.05

9 July/44 The Station Baseball Team are in trim for a battle against the Columbus Club ofLethbridge. Naturally we hope to retain the White Lunch Trophy again this year. Three of ourofficers have been chosen for the Personnel Counsellors Course at Rockcliffe. Two have justreturned to duty from the course. An excellent flying day.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7.15 Night - 9.45

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10 July/44 An excellent flying day - extremely warm. There has been a high turn over ofpostings for officers; one of which was the O.C. of Flying, C.3005 S/L T.L. Morrella, to #2 B.G.S.,Mossbank. J.10131 F/O A.E.F. Staple had a flying accident yesterday. One of the tires blewout on landing and the aircraft ground looped. No one was injured and the four Air Cadets whowere passengers were unaware of the fact that everything was not in order. They thought it was awonderful experience and were thrilled when the M.O. gave them a ride in the ambulance. Theywanted to know if they could lie down on the stretchers and pretend they were injured.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5.40 Night - 9.45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5.40 Night - 9.45

11 July/44 Typical flying day. V30664 S/O P.E. Ward, assumes temporary position asAdjutant effective 11th July, 1944 due to posting of V.30442 S/O Jackson, J.E. to Vulcan. A/VM Goble, Australian Liaison Officer, and party visited the Station and addressed compatriotsin the Recreation Hall. C.2099 F/L H.J. Watts arrived from Mossbank to take over his duties asO.C. Flying. C.13175 F/O D.J. Zeller arrived on the unit from No. 4 T.C., Calgary to succeedF/O W.C. Lee as technical adjutant.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8.00 Night - 9.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8.00 Night - 9.40

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12 July/44 The weather has turned chilly for July in Southern Alberta, Normal flying activitieswere carried out without interruption. A good crowd attended the dance in the Recreation Hall. A Station W.D. orchestra provided the evening's music. Once more the Station baseball teamcame through with flying colours to defeat Claresholm 9-8.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5.50 Night - 5.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5.50 Night - 5.40

13 July/44 The Air Cadet contingent from Regina left for that city after having amazed all bymaking themselves so inconspicuous during their 10 days on this unit. Billiard cues were the onlycasualties as the boys took advantage of an opportunity to practice up difficult shots withoutincurring the usual expenses. A heavy rain and wind storm in the early evening interrupted flyingfor a short time, otherwise Station routine was normal.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8.00 Night - 10.45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8.00 Night - 10.45

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14 July/44 The overseas posting of C.264 W/C W.J. Bundy has been indefinitely deferred and asa result this unit will have further benefit from his experience in its efficiency drive. Nineteenmembers of W.A.G. Course 82 came one step closer to Jerry's backyard today when they receivedtheir wings from the Commanding Officer. Of the total, 14 received commissions on graduation. Among those commissioned were two colored men from the British West Indies. The same paireach one a prize. - GB605630 LAC Pinks, C.N.R. winning the Silver Bracelet for highest academicmarks of 88% and GB605629 LAC Ybarra, A.T. attaining 83.1% as top student at Wireless Schooland B. & G. combined. K260656 LAC Cuthbertson, J.O. of Red Deer was the winner of theSilver Bullet for the best gunnery score of 13.5%. Of 14 R.C.A.F. graduates, 12 were posted toA.G.T.S. and 2 to #111 O.T.U. at Nassau. The 3 R.A.F. men were posted to #5 O.T.U. atBoundary Bay.Course No. 106 Air Bombers also graduated today. This course commenced the 24th April with56 trainees of which 5 were transferred in and 13 transferred out, with 39 graduating. Theminiature bomb was presented to LAC Dewar for the best bomb aiming score, while NZ.439253IAC Silva, G.F. was presented with the silver bracelet for the highest academic marks, andNZ.439142 LAC Dawes, W.E.J, received a pair of Dividers for the highest proficiency inNavigation. Disposition of graduates: 33 to #1 C.N.S. Rivers; 6 granted two weeks special leavebefore reporting to #1 C.N.S. Rivers.V.30564 S/O L.H. Johnson arrived to assume the duties of Assistant Adjutant.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.15 Night - 9.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.15 Night - 9.40

15 July/44 A real summer day that makes the middle of July seem to be a reality, rather than arumour. Normal flying routine was carried on.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5.45 Night - 4.50 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5.45 Night - 4.50

16 July/44 A quiet day on the Station, marked by very warm weather. Several wives of officerswere out for supper. Most of the personnel who were on "48's" attended the last day of the Calgary

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16 July/44 remain to be played. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8.30 Night - 9.10 (Continued) Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8.30 Night - 9.10

17 July/44 The No. 12 (Edmonton) Squadron of Air Cadets arrived on the Station - 72 strong. This morning found our Commanding Officer at his desk after a short furlough at Banff. W/CNelson from A.F.H.Q. and S/L H.R. McIntyre from No. 4 Training Command made a brief visit tothe Station Hospital. This has been a very warm day - ideal for flying. The No. 8 Baseball Teamcontinued their winning streak when they defeated MacLeod by a 10-8. score.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5.50 Night - 9.10 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5.50 Night - 9.10

18 July/44 G/C Secord and W/C Dumville, Command Works Officers from Western AirCommand paid us a short visit between planes. S/L J.B. MacDonald from No. 4 T.C. visited theStation in connection with Signals Training. The weather continues to be hot and dry.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7.00 Night - 9.55 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7.00 Night - 9.55

19 July/44 A dinner party was held in the Airmen's Mess by the members of the Flightshonouring C.2967 F/L D.M, Layton, who will be retiring soon. After partaking of a chickendinner, stories were exchanged and a presentation was made to the guest of honor. All voted theparty a huge success. July weather has really arrived with today being especially warm.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.00 Night - 8.55 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.00 Night - 8.55

20 July/44 Perfect weather was in order for the first of a series of weiner roasts which was heldat Park Lake. About eighty airmen and airwomen spent a very enjoyable evening swimming anddancing, A sing-song around the hugh campfire brought the evening to a close.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7.15 Night - 5.50 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7.15 Night - 5.50

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21 July/44 A very hot day, which found many of the Station personnel seeking the coolness ofWaterton Lakes and Banff for their 48' s. In the evening, rain halted what started out to be a veryexciting baseball game between Vulcan and the local nine. The score in the middle of the fourthinning was 2-l with Lethbridge leading.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9.25 Night - 6.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9.25 Night - 6.40CO

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22 July/44 R.201479 LAC English, J.D. was presented with a $500. cheque instead of the horseand saddle which he won in a draw at the Cardston Rodeo.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.10 Night - 9.45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.10 Night - 9.45

23 July/44 Church Parades were held as usual on the Station. Capt. Ian McEwen, Chaplain fromthe Veterans' Guard at the Internment Camp, took the Protestant Church Service in the RecreationHall. A large number of airmen and airwomen with the Air Cadet Squadron filled the hall for theservice.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5.35 Night - 9.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5.35 Night - 9.40

24 July/44 Today was one of the hottest days of the season. Normal routine was carried on.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5.40 Night - 8.00 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5.40 Night - 8.00

25 July/44 Sq/O Clarke, M.S. (V.30105), Command Messing Officer, inspected the messes onthe Station. A Monthly Mess Meeting and dinner was held in the Officers’ Mess. New arrivalssince the last meeting were welcomed. Farewell was said to W/C W.J. Bundy who is postedOverseas.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.20 Night - 7.15 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.20 Night - 7.15

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26 July/44 C.21656 F/L C.R. Roberts resumed his duties as Adjutant after a short furlough. Large overseas posting for 15 staff pilots has caused great excitement on the Station. The regularmonthly Station Dance was held with the Macleod orchestra supplying the music. Part of theprogram was broadcast over the local radio Station. Very appropriate summer decorationstransformed the Drill Hall into a modern ballroom. Ice cream and soft drinks were served asrefreshments. All personnel report a very enjoyable evening.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.45 Night - 9.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.45 Night - 9.40

27 July/44 Another typical July day, excellent for flying. Commanding Officer's parade washeld in the morning. G/C Sellers and W/C Hobson paid an inspection visit to the Station. TheNo. 12 Edmonton Squadron of Air Cadets leaves tonight. The boys expressed regret at leaving andall were of the opinion that their visit to Stations was too short. In the evening the CommandingOfficer addressed the officers of the Station on their duties and responsibilities.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6.00 Night - 9.40 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6.00 Night - 9.40

28 July/44 Twenty-six members of W.V.A.G. Course #83 were presented with their wings by theCommanding Officer. AUS.37663 LAC Keeling, J.H, was top student at W.S. and B.G.S.combined with a total of 81%. AUS43982 LAC Wilson, W.G. was winner of the silver bracelet,

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attaining a mark of 91.5% (B.G.S. only), AUS25176 LAC Ganter, C.C. won the Silver Bulletemblematic of the best gunnery score, which, was 15.9%. AUS37663 LAC Keeling, J.H.,AUS439832 LAC Wilson, W.G. and AUS25176 LAC Ganter, C.C., all from Australia, werecommissioned, along with R.213985 LAC Hanover, H.E. of Maryfield, Saskatchewan. Theweather continues to be excellent for flying.Course #107, Air Bombers, which commenced training 8th May, graduated today. The classconsisted of 53; R.A.A.F.- 6, R.N.Z.A.F.- 24, R.C.A.F.- 23, with 9 transfers out and 14 transfers in. NZ.2105 P/O Calkin, C. proved to be the best bomb aimer and was presented with the MiniatureBomb. NZ.4310787 LAC Crosby, H. was awarded the Silver bracelet for the highest academicmarks and also obtained the highest proficiency in Navigation, thus earning a pair of Dividers. Dispostion of graduates: R.A.A.F.: 4 to 5 A.O.S., Winnipeg and 2 to #7 A.O.S. Portage LaPrairie. R.N.Z.A.F.: 14 to #5 A.O.S, Winnipeg and 10 to #7 A.O.S., Portage La Prairie, R.C.A.F.: 10 to #5 A.O.S. Winnipeg and 13 to #7 A.O.S. Portage La Prairie.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5.40 Night - 4.10 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5.40 Night - 4.10

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29 July/44 A violent dust storm ended a day which started out to be extremely warm. Flying wasstopped for a short time in an otherwise normal day.Possible flying hours: Day - 6.00 Night - 2.00 Hours flying carried out: Day - 6.00 Night - 2.00

30 July/44 The regular Church Parades were held on the Station, W/C Rossie-Brown, Senior R.A.F. Chaplain in Canada delivered the sermon for the Protestant Service. In the afternoon, 54R.A.F. personnel were addressed by W/C Rossie-Brown, following which a brief discussion washeld. C.l2918 F/L H.S. Dodgson, Protestant Chaplain, conducted the service at the Veterans'Guard Unit at the Internment Camp before holding the Protestant Service on this station. A heavyrain storm in the evening cooled the atmosphere and removed much of the dust after yesterday'sstorm. Air Cadets from #134 Malta and #192 Holden Squadrons arrived on the Station.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3.10 Night - 1.55 Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 3.10 Night - 1.55

31 July/44 The last day of July ended in typically hot summer weather. A number of W.D.'sjourneyed into Lethbridge to attend the regular swimming class at the Y.M.C.A.Possible flying hours: Day - 6.00 Night - 7.35 Hours flying carried out: Day - 6.00 Night - 7.35

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PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D.'s Civilians R.C.A.F. ............................ 121 753 173 W.D.................................... 5

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Nursing Sisters................... 2

SERVICE PERSONNEL OTHER THAN R.C.A.F. C.D.C................................. 2 1 C.P.C................................. 3 U.S.A.A.C......................... 4 170 F.S.D............................. 4 25

CIVILIANSBarrack Officer (Off. Status)........... 1Others.............................................. 107 TOTAL STAFF 134 786 173 108

TRAINEESR.C.A.F......................................... 229R.C.A.F. (C.V.T.)......................... 82R.A.F............................................. 54R.A.A.F......................................... 73R.N.Z.A.F..................................... 35

134 1259 173 108

GRAND TOTAL: 1674

AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson Mk.I 24 3 Anson Mk.II 9 1 Lysanders 13 1 Harvard 1

FLYING HOURS Total number of Flying Hours during July - 4,784:30

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1. Health of Unit in General

Station illness, as reflected by hospital days, has been reduced, there being a total of 716 days forJuly, as compared with 855 days for June,

Incidents of Infectious Disease also has markedly diminished, there being a grand total of 9 casesfor July, as compared to 16 for June. Scarlet Fever has practically died out and not a single caseoccurred during this month. The volume of Infectious Disease is made of sporadic cases ofMumps, Influenza, and Rheumatic Fever. There were no cases of V.D.G. during the month, butseveral cases of N.S.U. cropped up. One case of meningococcal meningitis was diagnosed on aNaval man on holidays. He was evacuated by air to Calgary.

The regular sanitary inspections during the month revealed Station generally to be in good order.

2. Spiritual Welfare Protestant: Church Services and Holy Communion held each Sunday. W/C Rossie-Brown,Senior Staff Chaplain, R.A.F. in Canada, visited Station 30th & 31st July; preached sermon andaddressed meeting of all R.A.F. personnel. Three airmen Confirmed. Two marriages. Addressesgiven to all incoming and outgoing courses. Fourteen pastoral calls made at homes of airmen.Average of 74 interviews per week in Padre's office. Morale generally may be consideredsatisfactory.R.C. : The religious situation continues to be satisfactory to the Station Chaplain. Sunday Massand even daily Mass is well attended without formality of parades. Chapel conditions could bearimprovement, but since the Station is closing in a short time, such improvement is out of thequestion. All of which bears out that the religious temperature (R.C.) is eminently satisfactory -for lack of proper facilities can seriously impair the spiritual functions of Roman Catholics.

3. DisciplineDiscipline on the Station and in the City of Lethbridge has continued to be exceptionally good. Noserious cases ware reported during the month.

4. Sports and Recreational ActivitiesSeven Hardball games were played in the past month, with Lethbridge winning 4. Men's Softballteam played 12 games and have come out on top by winning 9. W.D.’s Softball team wasquite active, playing 5 games and winning 4. One game of Rugby was played in the leagueplay-offs, losing the game by a narrow margin. Several inter-team competitions were held on theStation. The Soccer team have played a very good brand of Soccer, winning 4 out of 5 games. Lacrosse has been practiced several times to better the team's style of play. Cricket matchesplayed with other units have not been to our favour, though several inter - team matches have beenplayed. Five to eight play tennis nightly, either on our own courts or at the Collegiate in the city. Golf is very enthusiastically participated in on the course in the city. Fifteen to twenty ride dailywith organized trail rides' held several times a week.

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1 Aug./44 The first day of August has been particularly hot and sunshiny, providing excellent

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flying weather. The No. 8 B. and G. men's fastball team was defeated by the Huttons team in anexciting game which ended with a 1-0 score. A large audience was on hand to witness this gamein which some fine ball playing ability was displayed. J.24466 F/O J.A. Davy, pilot, was taken onstrength from No. 10 Repair Depot, Calgary.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:45 Night - 9.55 Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 6.45 Night - 9.55

2 Aug./44 It was announced today that this Station has once more been awarded the Air Minister'sPennant for efficiency. All personnel have shown a fine cooperative spirit in the drive, and areproud that they have merited the pennant. A large number of sports enthusiasts journeyed to No. 2F.I.S., Pearce, for that Station's Gala Sports day. The No. 8 ball teams under charge of F/LCassidy, and track and field competitors attended. The W.D. Fastball team was defeated by theVulcan W.D.'s by the narrow margin of 5-4, while the men's team was defeated by the U.S.A. AirForce team. Although our competitors did not bring home many prizes, a good time was enjoyedby all who visited Pearce. C.2105 S/L R. Ketterer arrived on the station from No. 4 T.C.H.Q. toassume the duties of acting Chief Instructor. Captain Orobko of the C.D.C. arrived on temporaryduty from R.C.A.F. Station, Swift Current, Saskatchewan. The day has been ideal for flying - brightand hot. An Anson Mark I which had been out on a bombing exercise overshot the runway andstruck a fence, causing slight damage to the aircraft.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:55 Night - :30 Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 7:55 Night - :30

3 Aug./44 Today has been another bright, hot day, which allows flying to be carried out underideal conditions. About eighty airmen and airwomen journeyed to Park Lake Park for a weinerroast, which was put on by the Women's Division. The early part of the evening was spent inswimming. Later hot dogs and coffee were served around a huge camp fire. The evening closedwith a hearty sing song led by F/L Dodgson. All who attended voted the entertainment a hugh success. In the sports line-up the Lethbridge Lacrosse team was successful in defeating Pearce 5-4,while the man's fastball team scored a win over

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3 Aug./44 the Repair Depot to the tune of 16-2. A game with the Columbus Club resulted in a(Cont’d) 3-3 draw.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:50 Night - 9:45Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 7:50 Night - 9:45

4 Aug./44 Today was another good flying day. Many R.C.A.F. personnel who were on 48's tookadvantage of the newly opened tent camp at Waterton Lakes which provides sleepingaccommodation for airmen, at very reasonable rates. Mr. Moffat, Canadian Legion War Servicesofficer, is at the camp, helping representatives from No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod and No. 2 F.I.S.,Pearce to get it organized. In a cricket match between Lethbridge and Macleod, the final outcomewas a draw.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:35 Night - 5:50 Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 6:35 Night - 5:50CO

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5 Aug./44 A quiet day was spent on the Station with normal routine being followed. The weatherhas been very good for flying. The Riding Club is being well patronized during the hot weather,with the Saturday night Trail Rides being particularly popular. All horses were booked for the ridetonight.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:45 Night - Nil Hours Flying Carried out: Day - 5:45 Night - Nil

6 Aug./44 Protestant and Roman Catholic Church parades were held as usual. Normal Routinewas carried on. The No. 8 Baseball Team was defeated 15-13 by the Picture Butte team in anexhibition game at Henderson Park. Some very good ball playing was presented to the large crowdin attendance.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:25 Night - 9:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:25 Might - 9:35

7 Aug./44 Today was voting day for Service Personnel who were residents of Alberta prior toenlistment, F/O C.W. Jackman acted as Returning Officer for this Station. From a total of 70 onthe Voters List only 42 made use of their franchise. A number of visitors to the Station includedC.23680 F/O C.A. Jenkins, C.2185 S/L J.A. Pogue, C.3791 S/L D.I. Crossley, all from No. 4Training Command. The weather has been fair and warm.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:15 Night - 5:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:15 Night - 5:25

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8 Aug./44 General election day in Alberta finds the Social Credit party swept back into powermore solidly than ever. The Chief of the Air Staff, A/M Leckie, C.B., D.S.O., D.S.C., D.F.C.accompanied by A/V/M Collard C.B.E., Air Member for Works and Buildings... .made a brief stopat the station at 1530 hours while on. their way to Winnipeg and Ottawa from Vancouver. Anothervisiter to the Station was G/C White, Chief of the New Zealand Air Liaison Mission, who spoke to.New Zealand personnel, on their future role in the war. This was followed by a discussion period,during which many questions were asked of the visitor. C.11380 F/L S.T. Malach and V.30377 S/OI.E. Smallwood from A.F.H.Q. visited the Aircraft Recognition Section of the Station. F/L W.Mosley, Command Medical Officer paid a routine visit to the Station Hospital. C.1813 W/C E.B.Howard from #4 T.C. and C.2664 S/L F.C. Manning from 4 C.M.U. visited the Station also. In the world of sport No. 8 teams were defeated in baseball and fastball. The Pearce team defeatedthe fastball players in an exciting 1-0 game at the Barrack Grounds. The Lethbridge baseball ninewas defeated at Vulcan in a close game that ended in 6-5 for the home team. A heavy thundershower in the late afternoon washed out flying for a short time. C.11909 F/O R.R. Fisk, C.2712F/O F.D. Merrill and J.29830 F/O H.E. Weir returned from the Personnel Counsellor's course atRockcliffe.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:00 Night - 8:52Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:00 Night - 8:52

Aug. 9/44 The Inter-Section Sports Meet was held this afternoon. Despite the extremely high

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wind and poor weather, there was a good turn out. The winner of the men's events was Cpl. Reed(P.T.& D.I.) from Headquarters with a total of 15 points, while LAC Bethune, a student, wassecond with 13 points. Cpl. Sexauer was the winner of the W.D. events and high scorer of the daywith 18 points. The students amassed a total of 66 points to be the winning section, whileHeadquarters came second with 54 points. Awards were presented at a very successful Stationdance which brought the day to a close. This has been a very poor flying day owing to the highwind.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:00 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:00 Night - Nil

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Aug. 10/44 A dull, rainy morning caused the cancellation of Commanding Officers parade. Showery weather all day hindered flying operations. The Air Cadet Squadrons. No. 134 Malta andNo. 192 Holden, under the supervision of H.42515, F/O P. Armishaw and H.37440 P/O B.F. King,left for their homes tonight. While here, these young fellows have put. on a really fine show. They were all of the opinion that their ten days on an R.C.A.F. Station had been very beneficial andwere sorry to be leaving. The Station Soccer team journeyed to No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm to playa game which had been postponed previously. The No. 8 team were defeated by a 1-0 score in aclosely contested game.Possible Flying Hours: Day- :45 Night - 5:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - :45 Night - 5:20

Aug. 11/44 Another Wings Parade has come and gone and twenty-two more young airmen arenow proudly wearing their WAG badge. Wings Parade began with the presentation of anOperational Wing to CAN J.16888 F/O R.E. Springer by the Commanding Officer, G/C R.H. Foss. F/O Springer then presented the wings to the graduating class. This has been a cooperative course,obtaining excellent air firing scores and signal marks as well as being very good in camera gunassessments. GB.1615582 LAC Herbert, J.E. obtained the highest academic marks of 86.7% towin the Silver Bracelet, as well as being the top student for Wireless and B. & G. School combined,with a total of 86.3%. R.86960 IAC McLeod, W.P. obtained the best gunnery score of 15.9%, thuswinning the silver bullet. Postings were: R.C.A.F. - 5 to #111 O.T.U., Nassau 10 to #1 "Y" DepotR.A.A.F. - 2 to #1 "Y" DepotR.N.Z.A.F. - 2 to #1 “Y” DepotR.A.F. - 3 held pending posting advice Course 108 Air Bombers also graduated today. R.205899 LAC Meggs, J.F. from Paris, Ontario,was presented with the miniature bomb for the best bomb aimer score. A Silver Bracelet wasawarded to R.251094 LAC Ward, J.P. from Toronto, Ontario, for the highest academic marks andR.178150 LAC Sargent, D.A. of Calgary, Alberta, was presented with a pair of Dividers for thehighest proficiency in Navigation. Postings: 21 to #5 A.O.S., Winnipeg, Man. 17 to #1 C.N.S., Rivers, Man. Capt. W. Orobko of C.D.C. returned to R.C.A.F. Station, Swift Current, on ceasing T.D. at thisStation.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:45 Night - Nil

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12 Aug./44 Today began with overcast skies which finally resulted in a slow, steady rain thathalted flying. Activity around the Station was greatly curtailed due to the very poor weather.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:45 Night - 5:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:45 Night - 5:20

13 Aug./44 Church services were held in the Drill Hall for Roman Catholic personnel at 0800hours, and for Protestant personnel at 1115 hours. A slow steady rain continued for the entire dayand washed out all flying operations, Due to the general inactivity during the day, the Stationtheatre was well patronized in the evening and "Lost Angel" was shown to a packed house.Possible Flying Hours: Day - :40 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - :40 Night - Nil

14 Aug./44 Today has been another dull, rainy day which makes it seen as if autumn weather isupon us far ahead of schedule. Station personnel were saddened to hear of the death of "CorporalRadar" the Great Dane Station Mascot, who has been a familiar sight on Station parades. F/O J.W.Marchen and C.13547 F/O J.A.L. Johnston, Command Trade Test Officers, arrived from No. 4 T.C.to conduct trade tests for station personnel. Sq/O L.J. Laidlaw from #4 T.C. paid a routine visit tothe W.D. personnel in the various sections. The men's fastball team scored a 4-1 win over theT.C.A. team in a game played at the Barrack Grounds in Lethbridge. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:30 Night - 9:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:30 Night - 9:00

15 Aug./44 Rain spoiled the early part of the day, but in the afternoon the skies cleared andnormal flying routine was carried on. The monthly meeting of the members of the Officers' Messwas held. C.7060 F/L J.A. Cawston was elected Vice-President, as there had been no officer fillingthis position up until this time. F/L Mosley, Command Medical Officer made an inspection of thevarious messes on the station. The milk supply for the station has been cut off due to the highbacteria content in the present source. The cricket match which was to have been played betweenNo. 8 B.G.S. and Vulcan was postponed due to poor weather.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:15 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:15 Night - Nil

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16 Aug./44 Station personnel were today privileged to hear Dr. A.J. Brace, F.R.G.S., one of theoutstanding authorities on affairs in China, give an interesting talk on the subject "India to China byAir". Dr. Brace, who has spent 25 years travelling and exploring, possesses a popular personalityand speaks from his own personal experiences. The Recreation Hall was packed to capacity tohear this really fine speaker. C.4393 F/L R..A. Rennie, C.5891 F/L E.S. Smith and C.2104 S/LK.W. Watson, the visiting Armament Flight arrived from Mountain View. A number of our stationathletes journeyed to No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm to compete in their anniversary sports day. Cpl.

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Sexauer and LAW Myles from this station were outstanding for the Women's Division, while LACChester, LAC Andrews and LAC Askey won honors for the men. A total of 33 points was won forthe station in the S.A.F.L. Arrangements are being made to have these five people represent No. 8at the Inter-Service track and field Meet to be held at Calgary on September 2nd.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:45 Night - 9:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:45 Night - 9:25

17 Aug./44 The weather has improved and flying is once more being carried on in full swing. Normal routine was carried on in all sections of the Station.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:20 Night - 9:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:20 Might - 9:55

18 Aug./44 This morning was bright and sunny, providing perfect weather for CommandingOfficer's parade. A brief silence was observed in respect for Cpl. Radar, the station Mascot, whodied this week. The Command auditors, C.2349 S/L R.H, Gregson, C.43914 S/L W.C. Whittakerand C.5419 F/L W.A. Collis arrived from No. 4 T.C. and spent the day auditing Station accounts. C.6877 S/L G.D. Woolley also from No. 4 T.C. visited G.I.S. today. Trade Test officers, F/O J.W.Marchen and F/O J.A.L. Johnston finished the last quarterly trade test for this unit and departedtoday.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:30 Night - 7:40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:30 Night - 7:40

19 Aug./44 The usual station routine was carried on today with fine weather allowing flying toproceed favorably. In the evening a number of officers and their wives enjoyed the weekly TrailRide and the Corn Roast which followed:Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:15 Night - 9:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:15 Night - 9:25

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20 Aug./44 Protestant and Roman Catholic Church Parades were held. Captain Miller, theVeterans' Guard Chaplain from the Internment Camp conducted the Protestant Service in theRecreation Hall.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:15 Night - 9:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:15 Night - 9:35

21 Aug./44 Once more the weather has been rainy and a surprise thunder shower in the earlymorning caught many people on their way to work minus their raincoats. The sun managed toshine through the clouds about noon and the afternoon was warm and bright. All sections carriedon their normal routine. In a double header event the W.D, Fastball Team defeated theClaresholm team in a closely contested game at the Barrack Grounds in Lethbridge, while No. 8Men's Team defeated Vulcan. However the Claresholm teams proved to be superior to ours inRugger and Lacrosse, winning contests in each event. A weiner roast was held at the river forspectators and participants of the games played at the Barrack Grounds. This proved to be a veryenjoyable event and it is hoped that more such evenings can be planned in the near future.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:15 Night - 7:30

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22 Aug./44 A very good turnout was in attendance at the Monthly Mess Dinner; which was held inthe Officers' Mess. F/L N.S. Kirk, guest speaker from No. 10 Repair Depot, spoke on personnelcounselling, a subject which is very interesting to all of us at present. Lieutenant CommanderFieldman, who is carrying on special work at the Internment Camp, spoke briefly on hisexperiences while living on a yacht. His interesting talk made "a life on an ocean wave" veryappealing, J.35804 F/O L.J. Fortier attended a District Court Martial at Vulcan, acting asdefending 0fficer, while C.1269 F/L J.H. Ewing attended, acting as prosecutor. C.5946 F/L C.B.Brown, Senior Medical Officer at this unit, left for Washington, D.C., where he will attend a sixweek's course at the U.S. Army School of Tropical Medicine. 113139 S/L M.N. Balsilllc from theR.A.F. spoke to R.A.F. personnel on the Station.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:30 Night - 1:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:30 Night - 1:20

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23 Aug./44 A very good attendance was had for Commanding Officers' parade which was heldthis afternoon instead of the usual time due to the fact that A/C Johnson from No. 4 T.C. was topresent the trophy, to the Station Miniature Rifle Club. However , circumstances prevented theproposed visit and the trophy will be presented at a later date. Today's visitors to the stationincluded C2876 F/O R.O. Babbitt from No. 2 A.G.T.S., Calgary, who is making a survey of schoolswhich send graduates to the A.G.T.S.; C37370 F/L J. Berger Hebrew Chaplain from A.F.H.Q. whospoke to Hebrew personnel and C2562 S/L T.P.V. Cowley Command W. & B. officer who visitedthe W. & B. Section of the station. The W.D. Fastball team suffered a serious set back when theywere knocked cut of the semi-finals of the League games in a game against Pearce that ended in a10-3 score for the visitors. The visiting team was served lunch in the Airmen's Mess after thegame. The weather has been ideal for flying today.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:15 Night - 9:55Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:15 Night - 9:55

24 Aug./44 Promotions were the order of the day for a number of officers on this station. Thefollowing were promoted to the rank of Squadron Leader: C6593 F/L J.R. Borgal (Arm.), C2099F/L J.H. Watts (Pilot) and C5946 F/L C.B. Brown (Med.) J6800 F/O N.W. Knight (Pilot) andJ10131 F/O A.E.F. Staple (Pilot) were promoted to Flight Lieutenant rank. Great excitement hasbeen caused over a large number of overseas postings and many airmen are anxiously awaiting thetime for the M.O. to pass them as medically fit for Overseas service. The monthly Station Dancewas attended by a large crowd and an enjoyable time was had by all. In the evening a heavydownpour of rain accompanied by thunder and lightning left the whole camp in a well soakedcondition. Hail, which accompanied the rain, damaged crops in the surrounding districts.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:00 Night - 2:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:00 Night - 2:00

25 Aug./44 Proud possessors of shiny new W.A.G. badges are the 28 airmen who graduated inCourse 85 W.A.G.s today. This has been a good co-operative course with exceptional signal

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marks, turning in 23 perfect papers. Wings were presented by the Commanding Officer, G/C R.H.Foss, at the Wings Ceremony. AUS439915 LAC Soughan was winner of the silver bracelet with theHighest Academic marks of 90.9% as well as being top student at the Wireless School and B. & G.School combined, with an average of 80.7%. AUS48319 LAC Watson was winner of the SilverBullet with the Best Gunnery Score of 12.4%.

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25 Aug./44 Posting were: R.C.A.F. -- 4 to "Y" Depot Cont’d R.A.A.F. -- 6 to Nassau R.A.F. -- 1 held R.A.A.F. -- 17 to "Y" DepotThere were 41 graduates from Course 109 Air Bombers. This was a satisfactory course, being onlyone bomb short of the desired. R267165 LAC Woolf, D.W. was the Silver Bracelet Winner withan average of 85.3% in Ground Subjects. The best bomb aimer was AUS174O LAC Renshaw,F.C. who won the Miniature Bomb with a score of 73%. AUS430996 LAC Bethune, A.C. obtainedths highest combined ground and air marks in Navigation to win the dividers. The course wascomposed of 30 R.C.A.F., 5 R.A.F. and 6 R.A.A.F.Airwomen served tea to the friends and relatives of the graduating classes who attended theGraduation ceremonies.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 2:45 Night - 9:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 2:45 Night - 9:30

26 Aug./44 C2682 W/C T.C. Anderson from No. 4 Training Command inspected the MaintenanceSection of the Unit. The Principal Medical Officer from No. 4 Training Command, W/C Easton,inspected messes and the Station Hospital. Extensive damage resulted when Anson Mk I, No.6974 crashed through a fence after a practice bomb fell from the aircraft on take-off. Thepassengers were uninjured. The cause of the accident is being investigated.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:10 Night - 9:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:10 Night - 9:20

27 Aug./44 Roman Catholic Mass was held at 0800 hours and Protestant Services at 1145 hours inthe Recreation Hall. In the evening a number of wives and friends of Officers visited the Officers'Mess. There was a large crowd of station personnel in attendance at the showing of the old favoritefilm: "Lassie Come Home".

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27 Aug./44 Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:00 Night - 8:45Cont’d Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:00 Night - 8:45

28 Aug./44 More overseas postings caused further excitement on the Station today. Many happyfaces are seen as airmen who have waited many months for this day, find they at last have theopportunity to get nearer the actual theatres of war. The Pearce lacrosse team successfully battledour team to win with a 9 - 7 score. Rain washed out flying during the morning hours.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:00 Night - :35

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Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:00 Night - :35

29 Aug./44 The Medical Officers and Dental Officers are working overtime getting the Overseasdrafts ready before they proceed on embarkation leave. The weather has been fine for flying. Inthe sports line-up No. 8 defeated Vulcan in Soccer Football by 1 - 0, while that Station's teamdefeated No. 8's team in fastball.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:45 Night - 7:10Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:45 Night - 7:10

30 Aug./44 S/L Stephens, Command Psychiatrist from No. 4 Training Command held aconsultation at the Station Hospital. The weather continues to be excellent for flying. In one ofthe season's most exciting games No. 8 suffered defeat by the Columbus Club in a fastball contest. The season's largest crowd was on hand to witness the battle and came away feeling they had seenone of the best games played at Lethbridge for many a day. In lacrosse No, 8 was defeated by No.3 S.F.T.S. and in Australian Rules Football, No. 8 defeated Vulcan by a very comfortable margin.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:10 Night - 9:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:10 Night - 9:15

31 Aug./44 An extensive prairie fire was brought under control by 20 men at No. 2 target rangetoday. Prompt action prevented the fire from getting beyond control. August has ended in a greatbustle of activity on this Station. Headquarters Section is kept busy with documentation andissuing of warrants to personnel proceeding overseas. In other sections, depleted establishmentsmake it necessary for the remainder cf the staff to co-operate in doing additional duties. Today hasbeen another good flying day. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6: Night - 9:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6: Night - 9:15

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31 Aug./44PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D.'s Civilians R.C.A.F...................... 122 723 151 W.D........................... 6 Nursing Sisters.......... 2

SERVICE PERSONNEL OTHER THAN R.C.A.F. C.D.C...................... 2 2 C.P.C...................... 3 U.S.A.A.C............... 3 No. 170 F.S.D......... 4 25

CIVILIANSBarrack Officer (Off. Status) 1Others................................... 109

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TOTAL STAFF 136 756 151 110

TRAINEESR.C.A.F.............................. 154R.C.A.F. (C.V.T.).............. 71R.A.F................................. 47 R.A.A.F............................. 76R.N.Z.A.F......................... 32 GRAND TOTAL: 136 1136 151 110

31 Aug./44 AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson I 33 8 IMAGE 45531 Aug./44AIRCRAFT STRENGTH cont’d. Type Serviceable Unserviceable Anson Mk.II 6 3 Lysanders 8 1 Harvard 0 1 Bolingbroke 9 4 FLYING HOURS Total Number of Flying Hours during July: 4,896:45

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The general health of the station a good. Hospital admissions, infectious diseases and sicknessare minimal.

2. Spiritual Welfare Protestant: Satisfactory. Roman Catholic: The religious level (R.C.) of this Unit continues to be satisfactory to the Chaplain.

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This is particularly evidenced in the attendance at Sunday mass, and even more so at week day masswhen there is no obligation to attend. Given adequate facilities much more could be done, but theclosing of the Station does not make the pursuit of such feasible.

3. Discipline The discipline on the station for the month of August continues to be very satisfactory. There is nothing of serious nature to report.During the month there were 31 charges under various sections of the A.F. Act.(1) Three charges were admonished, reprimanded or given restricted privileges.(2) Three charges resulted in the awarding of detention not exceeding 96 hours.(3) 26 charges resulted in the awarding of Confinement to Camp.

4. Sports and Recreational Activities Ten games of lacrosse were payed during the month with the stations in the SouthernAirforce League. The station fastball team played six games in the S.A.F.L.; it was eliminated byNo. 19 S.F.T.S., Vulcan in the semi-finals for the League championship. In the Lethbridge CityLeague, the fastball team played eight games and at present is in the first position. The W.D. fastballteam played four games during the month. It was defeated in the semi-finals by No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce. The station soccer team played six games in the S.A.F.L. It has advanced to the finals. Threestations in this area have organized teams for Australian football. Three games have been played todate. An average of 15 personnel, all ranks, ride every day on the Station-owned horses. Trail rideshave been organized by the Club and these are particularly popular with riders.

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1 Sept./44 The month of September started with very fine weather for flying. Two officers wereposted out. NZ428096 F/O F.P. Fearon, who has been acting as Liaison Officer for New Zealand andAustralian personnel, left on embarkation leave prior to reporting at No. 1 "Y" Depot, Lachine. J29830 F/O H. Weir was posted to No. 2 Training Command Headquarters where he will take upduties as a Personnel Counsellor. A soccer match between No. 8 B.G.S. and Pearce at Lethbridgeresulted in a 1-1 draw.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:30 Night - 00:25 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:30 Night - 00:25

2 Sept./44 A number of athletes from this Station took part in the Command Track and Field Meetheld in Calgary. J.28634 F/O H.E. McCombs (Pilot) proceeded on embarkation leave beforereporting to No. 1 "Y" Depot. Today has been clear and fine with flying in full swing. The TrailRide and Corn Roast in the evening proved to be very popular with all available horses booked forthe evening.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:00 Night - 9:20 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:00 Night - 9:20

3 Sept./44 The World Day of Prayer was marked by large attendances at the Church Services on thisStation. Roman Catholic Service was held at 0830 in the Recreation Hall. A large turnout attendedthe Protestant Parade held in the Drill Hall.

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4 Sept./44 G/C Sellers SASO from No. 4 T.C. conferred with the Commanding Officer, G/C R.H.Foss. Athletes from No. 8 B.G.S. competed in the Macleod Track and Field Meet, attaining 29 points. Cpl. D. Sexauer and LAW Myles were the high scorers for this Station. Weather conditions forflying were very good today. The best wishes of the Station go with the following pilots postedoverseas: J.29509 F/O M. Grinstain, J.27883 F/O J.D. Myles, and J.25298 F/O E.M. Critchley.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:05 Night - 9:15 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:05 Night - 9:15

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5 Sept./44 53194 F/O S.C. Dunmore and 129157 F/O B.M. Foster arrived on the station fromA.F.H.Q. While at this station they will visit G.I.S. in connection with studying Bombing analysis. CAN.J16724 F/L E.E.Osler, D.F.C., D.F.M. departed on Temporary Duty for Regina where he will bea guest speaker. C23676 F/O R.L. Chalmers and J18695 P/O J.C. Bailey left on Temporary Duty forWaterton Lakes to close the Service Camp for this season. The Maintenance Section held a veryenjoyable Corn Roast and dance at Henderson Lake in honor of the personnel from that Section whohave been posted overseas. Good wishes were extended to the departing personnel and the hopeswere expressed that their stay away from Canada would be brief. The No. 8 Soccer team wassuccessful in defeating the Pearce team by a score of 3-1 at Pearce.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:45 Night - 9:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:45 Night - 9:30

6 Sept./44 The Command Fire Prevention Officer, C23680 C.A. Jenkins, made a routine inspectionof the fire section, and fire precautions on the station. Today has been a typical September day andflying has been uninterrupted.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:45 Night - 9:35 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:45 Night - 9:35

7 Sept./44 Today has been an unusually quiet day with flying carried on to its full extent, and normalroutine in all other sections. In a fastball game in the evening the No.8 team was successful indefeating their old opponents, the Columbus Club by a 12-7 score. However, No.8 was not sosuccessful in the Soccer Section, as our team suffered defeat by the Claresholm team at Claresholmby the narrow margin of 2-1.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:30 Night - 9:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:30 Night - 9:15

8 Sept./44 Twenty-four W.A.G.'s from Course 86 received their wings today and are now that muchnearer to aiding in the defeat of Hitler. This has been a good, co-operative course, with very goodair firing ability and good signals marks. R270786 LAC Frederick, C.H. from Tompkins, Sask.obtained the highest Academic marks (15.1%) to win the silver bracelet. The winner of the silverbullet for the best gunnery score was R268285 LAC Lipscombe from Vancouver, B.C. with ascore of 14%, The top student for Wireless School and B.& G. School combined was AUS435882

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LAC Roberts, A.D.S. of Brisbane, Australia with 83.8%. Postings were as follows:10 RCAF toA.G.T.S., 5 RCAF to Pennfield

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8 Sept./44 Ridge, N.B., 1 RAF held at this unit awaiting posting and 10 RAAF to No.l "Y" Depot, (Cont’d) Lachine.Air Bomber Course No.111 also graduated from this school today. NZ439242 LAC. Rudd. A.C.proved to be the best bomb aimer with a score of 76.9% and was presented with the miniature bomb.The highest ground marks of 89.2% were attained by NZ4311972 Sgt. Jacobs, J.J. who was presentedwith the silver bracelet. The pair of dividers for the highest proficiency in Navigation was presentedto R265605 LAC Fairbairn, F.R. who attained the score of 83.7%.Wings were presented to the graduating W.A.G. class by the Commanding Officer G/C R.H. Foss.After the graduating ceremony tea was served to the friends and relatives of the graduates.This has been a bright, sunshiny day, ideal for flying. C2612 S/L H. Bouts, Command AuxiliaryServices officer from No. 4 T.C. paid a routine visit to the station.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:10 Night - 9:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:10 Night - 9:35

9 Sept./44 53194 F/O S.C. Dunmore and 129157 F/O B.M. Foster from A.F.H.Q. who have beenvisiting G.I.S. left by Air today. The weather continues to be fair and mild, enabling pilots to get in alarge amount of flying time.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:45 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:45 Night - Nil

10 Sept./44 The Commanding Officer, CAN C373 G/C R.H. Foss departed by Air for Calgary wherehe will attend a conference along with the other Commanding Officers from this Command. Protestant and Roman Catholic Church parades were held as usual. The No.8 B.G.S., Women’sDivision were successful in defeating the Bellevue team by an 8-5 score at Henderson Lake. A goodcrowd turned out to witness the fine ball playing that was shown by the girls.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:45 Night - 6:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:45 Night - 6:15

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11 Sept./44 The Equipment Section had one visitor today, 39208 S/L P.P. Butler, from No.34 SFTS,Medicine Hat, whose visit was connected with equipment and Jacobs engines. Fine weather is stillthe order of the day.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:30 Night - 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:30 Night - 6:25

12 Sept./44 Weather conditions today have been perfect and everyone is hoping it will continue forthe Stations Sports Meet which will be held tomorrow. Plans for the meet are all complete and allthat is needed is a bright day. V30168 S/O S.C. Strang, W.D. Personnel Counsellor from No.4 T.C.visited the W.D. Officer, the Educational Officer and the Station Personnel Counsellor. C36772 F/O

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C.W. Jackman, Unit Educational Officer left for No.4 T.C.H.Q. where he will attend a conference ofEducational officers from this command.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:45 Night - 5:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:45 Night - 5:00

13 Sept. 44 In spite of the unusually high wind which developed in the afternoon, the thirdAnniversary Sports Jamboree of No.8 B.G.S., was successfully staged. Entrants from the followingstations competed: No.7 SFTS, Macleod, No.2 FIS, Pearce, No.15 SFTS, Claresholm, No.19 SFTS,Vulcan, and No.5 EFTS, High River. Claresholm walked off with the highest point total of the daywith a score of 54, while Lethbridge was second with 32 and McLeod third with 29. LAW Myles ofLethbridge had the high individual score for W.D.'s with 11 points while Cpl. Reed of Claresholmled the men with 10 points. The day was finished off with a mammoth dance held in the Drill Hall,the music being provided by the Mcleod orchestra. Prizes were presented to the individualcontestants. CAN 373 G/C R.H. Foss, Commanding Officer returned by air from No.4 T.C. wherehe has been attending a conference. Very little flying carried on due to the very high wind.Possible Flying Hours: Day - Nil Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - Nil Night - Nil

14 Sept./44 C2126 S/L A.E. Turner, Senior Equipment Officer returned from Temporary Duty atNo.15 EFTS, Regina where he has been acting with the Equipment disbandment board. High windshave hindered flying activities. In a fastball game played in Lethbridge the Columbus Club defeatedthe No.8 team to the tune of 11-8.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:00 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:00 Night - Nil

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15 Sept./44 A brief silence was observed on ensign raising parade this morning in commemorationof the Battle of Britain. High winds still continue to hamper flying. J11123 F/O D. Brandley (WAG)the Station Signals Officer left for No.3 W.S., Winnipeg.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:45 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:45 Night - Nil

16 Sept./44 C2105S S/L R. Ketterer who has been acting as Chief Instructor for the past six weeks,returned to No.4 Training Command by air today. CAN C943 S/L R.V. Henderson now assumesthe duties of Chief Instructor. Activities on the Station were again curtailed due to the high wind.C36772 F/O C.W. Jackman returned from the Educational conference at No.4 T.C.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:45 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:45 Night - Nil

17 Sept./44 The usual Church Parades were held on the Station. C8712 F/O F.D. Merrill,Personnel Counsellor left for No.4 T.C. to attend a Personnel Counsellors Conference. TheBellevue Fastball team defeated the No.8 W.D, team by a 5-2 score in a game which was excitingdispite the one-sided score.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:00 Night - 2:10

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18 Sept./44 Today has been very quiet with normal routine being carried on in all sections.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:45 Night - 6:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:45 Night - 6:35

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19 Sept./44 F/L Lockhart (Command P.T. & D.I.) Officer paid a routine visit to the Station. C1269F/L J.H. Ewing and J35804 F/O L.J. Fortier proceeded on Temporary Duty to No.2 A.G.T.S. to actas Prosecutor and Defending Officer respectively at a District Court Martial. Once again there is avery strong wind blowing and flying has been curtailed.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:00 Night - 1:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:00 Night - 1:20

20 Sept./44 The day started out with a very high wind which went down about noon and flying wascarried on uninterrupted during the afternoon. The Commanding Officer spoke to a meeting ofInventory Holders and Section Commanders concerning preparations for "V" Day. The matter ofmore attention being paid to discipline by all personnel was stressed. C8712 F/O F.D. Merrillreturned from Temporary Duty at Command. C4230 W/C J.G. Sparling, Command Chaplain (P)visited the Protestant Chaplain, C12918 F/L H.S. Dodgson, on this Station. V30377 S/O Smallwoodand C23680 F/O C.A. Jenkins from No.4 T.C. visited the Aircraft Recognition Section of the Station. A very small crowd attended the weekly W.D. dance held in the Recreation Hall. An effort will bemade in future to have these dances well advertised so that attendance will be larger. C4518 S/LS.S. Farrell, Senior Accountant Officer, left for Calgary by Air to attend the conference of SeniorAccountant Officers of this command. Lethbridge suffered defeat in an exciting game against theHuttons team which end 6-4 for the Huttons. The 8 BGS Lacrosse team was defeated 7-4 at Mcleod.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:45 Night - 5:45Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:45 Night - 5:45

21 Sept./44 Today marks another step in, the gradual closing down of this unit, with the closing ofthe Bombing Teacher at G.I.S. On Commanding Officer's parade this morning, the CommandingOfficer CAN C373 G/C R.H. Foss, spoke on the subject of discipline. Personnel were warned that inthe future breaches of discipline would be checked by officers and N.C.O.'s.The Monthly Mess Meeting was held in the Officers' Mess with the following members elected to thecommittee: J46682 P/O D.J. Higgins replaces V30129 S/O D.W.J. Scott as secretary,

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21 Sept./44 J38788 P/O D.W. Graham and C3799 F/L J.M. Haight are Bar Officers and C36772 F/O (Cont’d) C.W. Jackman is now House Officer. The meeting was followed by the Monthly Mess Dinner at which new members of the Mess were welcomed. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:05 Night - 2:45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:05 Night - 2:45

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finished with their training at this school. Wings were presented to the WAG's by the CommandingOfficer. This course has been co-operative with good average signal marks and air firing ability. With a score of 87.6% AUS435790 LAC Shiess, W.S.N, obtained the highest academic marks towin the silver bracelet, while the best Gunnery score of 13.8% was obtained by AUS439805 LACWebb to win the silver bullet, and the top student for Wireless School and B.& G. School combined was (CAN) R50828 Sgt. Gunn, D.B. with a score of 84.2%. Postings were:5 RCAF - O.T.U., Patricia Bay, B.C. 17 RAAF - #3 R.D., Vancouver, B.C. 6 RCAF - A.G.T.S.In No. 111 Bomb Aimers, the miniature bomb, emblematic of the best bomb aimer was presented toR253992 LAC Membery, R.E. with a score of 74%. R73362 Cpl. Morrison H.R. obtained the highestGround Marks of 87% and was presented with a silver bracelet. The pair of dividers went toAUS43429 LAC Tunbridge, R.B. with a score of 84%. Postings were:49 to 1 C.N.S., Rivers, 1 to Manning, Depot,1 Pending disposal as Air Gunner.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:45 Night - 5:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:45 Night - 5:00

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23 Sept./44 Today has been quiet on the station with normal routine carried on in the varioussections. The weather has been ideal for flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:45 Night - 8:40Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:45 Night - 8:40

24 Sept./ Roman Catholic Mass was held at 0830 hours in the Recreation Hall and ProtestantServices were held at 1115 hours in the Recreation Hall.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:40 Night - 6:35Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:40 Night - 6:35

25 Sept./44 The last W.D. corn roast of the season was held at Park Lake. There was a largeturnout and an enjoyable time was spent by all who attended. Flying is being carried on in fullswing.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:35 Night - 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:35 Night - 6:25

26 Sept./44 Handicraft classes under the supervision of Miss Pletsch were started. J16724 F/L E.E.Osler and W306007 LAW Young, A.M. were married at the 1st Baptist Church in Lethbridge. W/CAndrew, Commanding Officer at Vulcan, visited the C.O. of this unit. Concert put on by "The JoeBoys" of No.4 T.C. under the supervision of Sgt. H. Cluff was enthusiastically received by a capacityaudience in the Recreation Hall.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:50 Night - 4:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:50 Night - 4:30

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carried on in the various sections. The W.D.'s held a dance in the Recreation Hall, from all reports itwas an enjoyable party.

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27 Sept./44 J36549 F/O A.P.Boden (Pilot) proceeded to #19 SFTS Vulcan, Alberta, where he was (Cont’d) posted. J39263 P/O W.B. Fahey and J46399 P/O J.B. Martin, Air Bombers, reported in from #2 B. & G. Mossbank. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:00 Night - 6:25 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:00 Night - 6:25

28 Sept./44 A beautiful day dawned for the Commanding Officers Parade. The Station activitieswere normal. C2584 S/L Butler, W.J. from #4 T.C. payed this unit a visit to-day. Yesterdaymarked 31 clear days without a Flying Accident.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:00 Night - 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:00 Night - 6:25

29 Sept./44 A very dull, wet and windy day. Flying was, washed out all day, thus the station wasvery quiet. J17177 F/O B. Gibb departed for #2 A.G.T.S., Calgary. Also J14731 F/O J.G. Miskaeleft #8 B.& G. to attend a course at Mountain View, Ontario. 113139 S/L M.N. Balsillie, R.A.F.Liaison Officer from #4 T.C. visited this unit and spoke to all the R.A.F. personnel.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 00:25 Night - NilHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 00:25 Night - Nil

30 Sept./44 The last day of the month dawned with at least 2 inches of snow covering the camp, abeautiful day clear and bright. CAN J18777 P/O R.S. Arbour, (Pilot) was T.O.S. reporting in fromthe Repat. Depot, Rockcliffe, Ontario.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 01:00 Night - 6:05Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 01:00 Night - 6:05

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30 Sept./44PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D.'s Civilians R.C.A.F....................... 161 678 W.D............................ 5 153 Nursing Sisters........... 2

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Barrack Officer (Off. Status). 1Others .................................. 116 TOTAL STAFF 174 701 154 117

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30 Sept./44AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Total Serviceable Unserviceable Ansons Mk.11 1 1 1 Ansons Mk.1 40 34 6 Lysanders 111 ATT 7 6 1 Lysanders 111 TT 1 1 Harvard Mk.11 1 1 Bolingbroke 1V T 11 7 4 Dual Bolingbroke 1 1 FLYING HOURS Total Number of Flying Hours during September - 3,790:40

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MONTH END REVIEW

1. Health of Unit in General Health of the station for the past month has been good. Hospital admissions and sickparade attendance were at a minimum. There were no cases of Infectious Diseases.

2. Spiritual Welfare

Protestant: Satisfactory.

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The religious level (R.C.) of this Unit continues to be satisfactory to the Chaplain. Thisis particularly evidenced in the attendance at Sunday mass, and even more so at week day masswhen there is no obligation to attend. Given adequate facilities much more could be done, but theclosing of the Station does not make the pursuit of such feasible.

3. Discipline The discipline on the station for the month of September continues to be very satisfactory. There is nothing of serious nature to report.During the month there were 13 charges under various sections of the A.F. Act.(1) 6 charges were admonished, reprimanded or given restricted privilege.(2) 2 charges resulted in detention.(3) 5 charges resulted in the awarding of Confinement to Camp.

4. Sports and Recreational Activities. The Station Riding Club organized Trail rides throughout the month. The Club hasceased operation as at September 30. Many personnel have availed themselves of the opportunity forrecreation and exercise. September saw the wind up of the inter-station fastball league. Both W.D.and Men's team had many fine contests during the season. A team from this unit travelled toCommand for the Inter-Services Meet and won seven points for the R.C.A.F. team. On 4September No. 7 S.F.T.S. held an inter-station meet. No. 8 came third in total points. On 13September a meet was held on this unit, Macleod, Claresholm, Vulcan, Pearce, Lethbridge, andHigh River competed. No. 8 reached the semi-finals of the S.A.F.I. Soccer League. Seven gamesof Lacrosse were played in the Inter-station league. This game has brought out many excellentplayers.

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1 Oct./44 The month of October began with fine weather for Flying. Protestant and RomanCatholic Church parades were held as usual.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:15 Night -3:10 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:15 Night -3:10

2 Oct./44 A real Fall Day, windy and cold. Station Routine was normal, rather quiet. TheC.W.A.C. military Band under the supervision of Captain McNeil and Lieutenant McMurray arrivedby M.T. to spend the night in Camp en route to district points in connection with the Victory Loan. Major Knowles, C.W.A.C. Staff Officer from Calgary accompanied the band.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:15 Night - 1:45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:15 Night - 1:45

3 Oct./44 The C.W.A.C. Band paraded through the Camp at noon today. The Station Personnelare looking forward to the Band Concert to be held, Sunday evening. A fine clear day, windytowards the evening. J44868 P/O T. Stamnes (pilot) was taken on strength from #2 F.I.S. Pearce. CAN.J9284 F/? Stiles, E.H. (pilot) was posted to No. 5 O.T.U. Boundary Bay, B.C. Group CaptainFoss proceeded on Temporary Duty to No. 2 Wireless School to be President of a Court Martial. C13573 F/O G.C. Johnston arrived on T.D. from #4 I.T.S., Edmonton, Alberta, and C21779 F/L

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W.H. Waddell and C5944 F/L S.D. Birrell from No. 4 Training Command.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:00 Night - NIL Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:00 Night - NIL

4 Oct./44 Bright but very windy day: Station Routine normal. J46320 P/O W.R. Bell (Air Bomber)was taken on strength from R.C.A.F. Station., Mountain View, Ontario. J29503 F/O A.T. Dalgleishproceeded on posting to No. 7 O.T.U. Debert, N.S.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:00 Night - :45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 3:00 Night - :45

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5 Oct./44 Bright Fall day, not much wind. The Airmen and Airwomen had a very enjoyable dancein the Recreation Hall with No. 7 S.F.T.S. Orchestra in attendance. S/L R.V. Henderson took theCommanding Officer's parade this morning.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:20 Night - 3:50 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:20 Night - 3:50

6 Oct./44 A typical Southern Alberta day, very windy but clear. Station Routine normal.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 9:15 Night - 6:50 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 9:15 Night - 6:50

7 Oct./44 Today has been quiet on the Station with normal routine carried out in the varioussections. The weather has been ideal for flying.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:00 Night - NIL Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:00 Night - NIL

8 Oct./44 A real Indian Summer day, fine flying weather. Routine normal. The C.W.A.C. Bandput on a Band Concert in the Drill Hall for the personnel and their friends Sunday evening. It wasall too short, but enjoyable. The Pipe Band proved to be most popular. J46192 P/O C.W.Warrington (Bomber Officer) was taken on strength from R.C.A.F. Station, Mountain View,Ontario. J10743 F/O G.D. Watson (170 F.S.) ceases to be attached to No. 8 B.G.S. on posting to#170 F.S. Detachment, Calgary, Alberta. This unit bid farewell to six officers (Pilots) who wereposted to No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary, Alberta; J39648 P/O G.A. Fahlman, J44973 P/O F.A.McComb, C18777 F/O R.S. Arbour, J44868 P/O T. Stamnes, J85148 P/O A.P. Collins, J44988 P/OP. Brown. C4518 S/L S.S. Farrell proceeded by air to No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm on TemporaryDuty. C15017 F/L R. O'Callaghan proceeded by P.M.C. to No. 4 Training Command to take part ina Speaking Tour in connection with the forthcoming Victory loan.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:15 Night - 6:15 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:15 Night - 6:15

9 Oct./44 A beautiful Fall day, calm and bright; Station Routine normal. C25621 F/O W.C. Davisproceeded on Temporary Duty to Rockcliffe, Ontario to take the Personnel Counsellor's Course.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:15 Night - 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 3:15 Night - 6:25CO

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10 Oct./44 Station routine normal, perfect flying weather. V30048 Fl/O K.E. Shuttlewood, SeniorW.D. Officer has been posted to No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod, Alberta. She has been replaced byV30100 Fl/O N.E. Card, from No. 7 S.F.T.S. J35804 F/O L.J. Fortier proceeded on TemporaryDuty to No. 2 B.G.S., Mossbank by air to act as Defending Officer in a Court Martial.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:45 Night - 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:45 Night - 6:25

11 Oct./44 A really warm Fall day, no wind, good flying weather. The Monthly Officers' Dancewas held in the Mess. The interior of the Mess was originally and attractively decorated by meansof painting plain brown wrapping paper to look like logs. The Maintenance Section constructedframework for wagon wheels and ceiling beams. Hunting trophies and bear skins were borrowedfrom a local merchant, which added to the atmosphere of the Tavern. The floor show was mostenjoyable. LAC Leigh Hull from No. 2 F.I.S., Pearce, rendered two solos. Two civilian danceteams were secured through the Legion Auxiliary, which proved very entertaining. C4518 S/L S.S.Farrell returned by air from Temporary Duty at No. 15 S.F.T.S., Claresholm. C13573 F/O G.C.Johnson and C21779 F/L W.H. Waddell, examining Armament Officers from No. 4 TrainingCommand proceeded to No. 7 S.F.T.S., Macleod, by air. CAN.J16711 F/O R.A.G. Fiddes (Pilot) andCAN.J23451 F/O M.H. Dalphond (Pilot) were taken on strength from No. 2 A.G.T.S., Calgary,Alberta.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:40 Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:40 Night - NIL

12 Oct./44 The weather remains fine, excellent flying weather. Commanding Officer's parade washeld at 1400 hours today. During the parade G/C Foss informed personnel that R10667 W02Ellergodt, G.O. had been mentioned in Dispatches in the London Gazette dated 2nd June, 1944. G/C Foss read the citation and congratulated WO2 Ellergodt on his fine service record. C11909F/O P.P. Fisk, P.T.&D. proceeded to RCAF Station, Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, on posting.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:30 Night - 6:25Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:30 Night - 6:25

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13 Oct./44 Friday the 13th dawned with very fine weather, no wind, excellent for flying. C373G/C R.H. Foss, Commanding Officer, proceeded on leave. C3218 S/L S. Clark (Admin.) was takenon strength on posting from #404 A.H.U., Regina, Saskatchewan, taking over the position as SeniorAdministrative Officer, replacing C2426 S/L W.E. Cower, MC, who is being retired. C13906 S/LG.M. Stephens from #4 T.C. Headquarters arrived by air on a routine visit.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:30 Night - 5:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:30 Night - 5:30

14 Oct./44 Another beautiful Fall day, good flying weather. C943 S/L R.V. Henderson, the ChiefInstructor, assumes Temporary Command of No. 8 B.G.S., during the absence on leave of C373 G/CR.H. Foss, Commanding Officer.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:45 Night - NIL

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15 Oct./44 Clear, fine weather still remains. Station routine normal. There was a combinedRoman Catholic and Protestant Church Parade held downtown with the Army. A street parade washeld with #7 S.F.T.S. Band leading and the Pipe Band from the Internment Camp was in attendance. The different denominations broke off from the main parade and proceeded to their own churches. After Church, the parade formed up and had a March Past. Lieutenant-Colonel Taylor from theInternment Camp took the Salute from the Reviewing Base on 4th Avenue South. CAN.J16724 F/LE.E. Osler, DFC, DFM proceeded to No.4 T.C. in connection with the Victory Loan.Possible Flying Hours: Day - NIL Night - 6:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - NIL Night - 6:30

16 Oct./44 The weather remains fine and warm, excellent for flying. C3791 S/L D.I. Crossley,Command Navigation Officer arrived and departed by air today. The station routine is normal, withnot a great deal of activity on the station.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:30 Night - 3:35 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:30 Night - 3:35

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17 Oct./44 A perfect day for flying. Station Routine normal. CAN.J.6133 F/L W.D. Speer, andCAN.J.42785 F/O T.C. Kellough returned from Rockcliffe, where they attended the PersonnelCounsellor's course.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 2:25 Night - 5:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 2:25 Night - 5:30

18 Oct./44 The weather remains very fine, excellent flying conditions. The Station Victory LoanCommittee is very well organized and the Section Canvassers are busy. C23676 F/O R.L.Chalmers, Arm.(U/T Pilot) proceeded to No. 15 S.F.T.S. Claresholm, where he has been posted tocomplete his Elementary Flying Course.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:30 Night - 5:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:30 Night - 5:30

19 Oct./44 Fine weather continues. V30515 S/O M. Chase, P.T.& D. Officer from A.F.H.Q. paidthis unit a visit. J37350 F/O A.F. Duclos and J5117 S/L S.K. Ward arrived on Temporary Dutyfrom No. 4 T.C. C13210 F/L D.A. Robinson (Med.) ceased Temporary Duty at this unit on return toNo.4 Training Command.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:00 Night - 5:20Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:00 Night - 5:20

20 Oct./44 Fine weather continues to prevail although the mornings are quite chilly and frosty. TheGraduation Ceremony for Course 89 W.A.G.'s was held in conjunction with the Victory LoanCampaign at the R.C.M.P. Barrack Grounds in the City of Lethbridge at 1530 hours. Thepresentation of badges was made by Group Captain W.E. Kennedy, the Commanding Officer of No.7 S.F.T.S., Macleod. It was a very impressive ceremony. After the presentation of wings, theparade proceeded down 4th Avenue to the City Hall, where the Mayor Lethbridge raised the 7th

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Victory Loan Flag. The Band from #7 S.F.T.S. was in attendance during the ceremony. AUS.79316 LAC Jackwitz, F.E. obtained the highest Academic marks 83.9%, thus winning theSilver Bracelet. Aus.443512 LAC Braid, E.J. obtained the best Gunnery Score 20.3%, thus winningthe Silver Bullet. Aus.79316 LAC Jackwitz, F.E. proved to be the top student. The total number ofstudents-30, 27 of which were R.A.A.F.; the balance of 3 were R.C.A.F.

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20 Oct./44 The Class assessment was average, co-operative. The number granted commissions -3. (Cont’d) On advice of A.F.H.Q. the course is being held over for a further four weeks instruction. C48963 F/O G.R. Baker from No. 4 Training Command was taken on strength at thisunit today. C3153 S/L D.W. Davis from #4 T.C. arrived and departed by air.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 5:10 Night - 2:50Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 5:10 Night - 2:50

21 Oct./44 A perfect day, no wind and quite warm. Station routine normal. Flying has beenwashed out today and tomorrow. CAN.J16888 F/O R.E. Springer left today for No. 15 S.F.T.S.Claresholm, where he was posted.Possible Flying Hours: Day - NIL Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - NIL Night - NIL

22 Oct./44 A decided change in the weather, a high wind and somewhat colder. The RomanCatholic Church Parade was held in the Recreation Hall at 0800 hours. Protestant Church Paradewas held in the Recreation Hall at 1115 hours.Possible Flying Hours: Day - NIL Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - NIL Night - NIL

23 Oct./44 A very windy day, a remarkable change from the beautiful Fall weather experienced forthe last month. The Station Badminton Tournament got away to a good start tonight at 1830 hoursin the Drill Hall. The W.D.’s have formed a Basket-Ball League and are very busy practising. C13563 F/O J.T. Burton proceeded on Temporary Duty to Yahk, B.C. C25574 F/O H.B. Smith,J6208 F/L J.K. Feilden, C13455 S/L C.K. Card, C6779 F/L F.J. Edwards arrived by air on TemporaryDuty from Vulcan.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 2:00 Night - 1:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 2:00 Night - 1:00

24 Oct./44 A very dull windy day. C373 G/C R.H. Foss resumes command of No. 8 B.G.S. onexpiration of leave. G/C Foss and hunting party had quite a trip. From the number of stories relatedat the Monthly Mess Dinner it seems that S/L E. Borgal was fortunate to have his life after woundinga grizzly. The wounded grizzly and one cub both charged at the same time, a terrifying experience. The grizzly finally pounced on S/L Borgal's foot as he was trying to dodge over a windfall and fell. After a

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Bear's chest. S/L Borgal survived the ordeal with a badly injured toe. C/C W.A. Dicks from No. 4Training Command was a visitor at the Monthly Mess Dinner CAN.J23451 F/O M.H. Dalphond,DFM (Pilot) and CAN.J16711 F/O R.A.F. Fiddes (Pilot) proceeded to No. 2 Wireless School,Calgary, where they have been posted.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 8:00 Night - :45 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 8:00 Night - :45

25 Oct./44 A fine warm Fall day, excellent flying weather. CAK.C3226 F/L A.R. Knight(F.C.Aero), “Stormy” as he is better known to all personnel on the station, bid farewell to No. 8 B.G.S. onretirement.Possible Flying Hours: Day:- 5:00 Night - 6:25 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day:- 5:00 Night - 6:25

26 Oct./44 The weather remains fine, clear and quite warm. Station Routine was normal. GB110562 F/L R.G.D. Hawkins, (Air Bomber) and NZ2217 P/O W.N.J. Thacker (Air Bomber)completed their Air Bombers Course and have proceeded to No. 7 A.O.S., Portage La Prairie,Manitoba. Commanding Officer's parade was held at 1400 hours today. G/C R.H. Foss stated thatif the station personnel would go all the way out to back the Station Victory Loan Quota by Fridaynoon, they would be granted a 48. Needless to say we were over the top in no time.Possible Flying Hours: Day: - 5:10 Night: - 1:10 Day: - 5:10 Night: - l:10

27 Oct./44 The weather remains very fine. Station routine normal. The Station Farewell Dancetook place tonight in the Drill Hall with approximately one thousand personnel in attendance. TheHall was beautifully decorated in Halloween Colors. The Royal Albertans Orchestra fromLethbridge was in attendance and provided excellent music for dancing. The Lock Dancing partyfrom Calgary providedIMAGE 488

27 Oct./44 a very entertaining floor show. C6760 F/O T.P. Rogers (F.C.), Senior Flying Officer at(Cont’d) #8 B.G.S. departed for No. 1 T.C, Toronto, where he has been posted. Possible Flying Hours: Day - 6:10 Night - NIL Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:10 Night - NIL

28 Oct./44 The weather is still very fine and warm. Station Routine normal, but very quiet. TheStation Personnel are very excited and look forward with anticipation to the arrival of Gail Patrickand the Victory Loan party.. A cocktail party and dinner was held in the Officers' Mess for thevisiting party, after which the celebrity visited the Sergeants' Mess and the Airmen's Canteen,proceeding to Calgary by plane later in the evening.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:00 Night - 5:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:00 Night - 5:15

29 Oct./44 A very fine Fall day, quite warm for this time of the year. Station Routine normal.Protestant and Roman Catholic Church Parades were held on the Station today.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 4:35 Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 4:35 Night - NIL

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30 Oct./44 A decided change in the weather, feels very much like snow, overcast and damp. Stationroutine normal, but very quiet.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 7:00 Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 7:00 Night - NIL

31 Oct./44 A real winter day, snow flurries and a cold wind. A Station Kit Inspection took place at1830 hours today. CAN.J2S519 F/O J.E. MacKay (pilot) proceeded to No. 8 O.T.U. Greenwood,N.S., where he has been posted.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 3:45 Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - 3:45 Night - NIL

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31 Oct./44 PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen-otherSTAFF: Officers Ranks W.D.'s Civilians R.C.A.F....................... 134 644 W.D............................ 5 147 Nursing Sisters........... 2

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ATTACHED #170 F.S............................. 4 23 1 CIVILIANSBarrack Officer (Off. Status). 1Others .................................. 114 TOTAL STAFF 148 891 148 115

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MONTH END REVIEW

1. Health of Unit in General Health of the station for the past month has been good. Hospital admissions and sick paradeattendance were at a minimum. There were no cases of Infectious Diseases.

2 . Spiritual Welfare Protestant: Religious leadership continued without interruption during the month of October. Fiveservices of worship were attended voluntarily, except for two incoming W.A.G. Courses, who wereparaded to Church on their first Sunday, and a Parade Service to Churches in Lethbridge on VictoryLoan Sunday. Holy Communion is held each Sunday following the Church Services. Aggregateattendances for the five Sundays were: Officers: 14, Other Ranks: 361 (Averages 2.8 and 72.2.) Special services Holy Communion were held for two graduating W.A.G. Courses. Morale has beengreatly affected by the closing of the station and the very uncertain future of the R.C.A.F. DuringOctober 260 office interviews were given to personnel in addition to numerous casual conversationsaround the station, A very large amount of correspondence on case work was cared for in theinterests of airmen and airwomen.

Roman Catholic The religious situation (P.C.) remains satisfactory. Though the P.C. population of this Unithas been decimated the per capita attendance at Sunday Mass maintains itself. There has been nodaily Mass throughout the month due to an injury to the Chaplain's wrist, which necessitatesviolence to the rubrics. The Sunday obligation is the only thing that allows his celebration of Masson those dates.

3. DisciplineThe discipline both on and off the station has been very satisfactory during the month of October. There was an increase in cases tried during the first two weeks, this being due to one group ofairmen being late on parade. Five airmen were awarded detention, ranging from 48 hours to 10

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days. Three of these awards were for A.W.O.L. and two for taking an M.T. Vehicle withoutpermission. Discipline in the City of Lethbridge has been very satisfactory.

4. Sports and Recreational ActivitiesSeveral of the personnel play badminton every night. On October 23rd we formally opened theseason with a Single Round Robin Tournament. Both Airmen's and Airwomen's Basketball teamshave had practices three times a week. Their first game is to be at Pearce on November 1st. Agame of Rugby Football (Australian League Rules) was played between No. 7 S.F.T.S. Macleod andNo. 8 B.G.S. Lethbridge, at No. 8 B.G.S. on October 18th. A good many from No. 8 B.G.S. havetaken the opportunity to ice skate at the Lethbridge arena during the last week. No. 8 B.G.S. willnot have a bowling league this year, since the station is closing so early in the season, however a fewpeople from the Station do bowl in town quite frequently.

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1 Nov./44 The weather is very unsettled, cold wind, and snowy. The station routine normal. Veryquiet, not much activity on the station due to the weather.Possible Flying Hours: Day - NIL Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - NIL Night - NIL

2 Nov./44 The weather remains unsettled, overcast, snow flurries. J17390 F/O J.B. Chaster(Pilot)has been posted to #12 Communication Squadron, Rockcliffe, Ont. A posting for the first onehundred and fifty Other Ranks came in today. The Airwomen had a farewell dinner in the Airmen'sMess tonight. One hundred and seventy-five were present. G/C R.H. Foss gave a very interestingfarewell address. F/L W.J. Cassidy (R.C. Padre) presented the two remaining original Airwomen,Sgt. Powell(Admin.) and Cpl. Law (M.T.Driver) with corsages of red roses. F/L H.S. Dodgson(Protestant Padre) also addressed the Airwomen in a very fitting manner, and then finished theevening off by leading the sing-song.Possible Flying Hours: Day - NIL Night - NILHours Flying Carried Out: Day - NIL Night - NIL

3 Nov./44 A very cold wintry day, windy and generally unpleasant underfoot. V30377 S/O K.E.Shuttlewood, and C23680 F/O C.A. Jenkins from #4 Training Command paid this unit a routinevisit. Station Routine normal.Possible Flying Hours: Day: 3:00 Night: 9:00 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 1:00 Night: NIL

4 Nov./44 The weather has improved somewhat, still chilly, but clear and sunny. The station is veryquiet with half the personnel on a 72 hour pass.Possible Flying Hours: Day - 10:00 Night - 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day - 6:20 Night - NIL

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6 Nov./44 Fine, clear weather once again, slightly windy but warmer. Station Routine normal. J48665 P/O H.J. Seeley (170 F.S.) has been posted to #170 Ferry Squadron Headquarters, Winnipeg,Manitoba. CAN.J39147 F/O D.E. McIvor(170 F.S.) Pilot has been appointed to the rank of FlightLieutenant.Possible Flying Time: Day: 10:00 Night: 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 8:45 Night: NIL

7 Nov./44 A very mild, bright sunny day, slightly windy. J85987 P/O A.J. McPhee and J27267F/O H.R. Ludman (Bomb Aimers) reported in from #4 Training Command. CAN.J16821 F/O B.F.King (Pilot) and CAN.J15988 F/O R.G. Fernyhough (Pilot) departed to #2 T.S.U. Penhold, Alberta.Possible Flying Time: Day: 13:00 Night: 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 11:35 Night: NIL

8 Nov./44 A very cool windy day with a feeling of snow in the air. Station Routine normal. CAN.J6133 F/L W.D. Speer(Nav.B.) proceeded to No. 7 Release Centre, Calgary, Alberta, where he hasbeen posted.Possible Flying Time: Day: 10:00 Night: 13:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 8:15 Night: NIL

9 Nov./44 A little warmer today, although windy and cloudy. The Commanding Officer's Paradewas held this afternoon at 1330 hours. G/C R.H. Foss spoke to all pre-aircrew personnel on paradeand thanked them for their cooperation and work while on useful employment at this unit. TheSergeants' Mess had their farewell party and dance this evening. The Mess was attractivelydecorated in pastel crepe paper. The Orchestra from #7 S.F.T.S., Macleod, provided excellentmusic.Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:30 Night: 13:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 8:30 Night: NIL

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10 Nov./44 Very cold, light snow falling, damp and wet underfoot. Station Routine Normal. Very few activities on Station due to weather.Possible Flying Time: Day: 5:00 Night: 8:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: :15 Night: NIL

11 Nov./44 Weather remains same. Light snow flurries. A Remembrance Day Parade was held inthe City this morning, and No. 8 B.G.S. was represented by a small contingent. Station routinenormal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 8:30 Night: 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 2:15 Right: NIL

12 Nov./44 Weather remains about the same and generally unpleasant. Roman Catholic ChurchParade was held at 0800 hours and Protestant Church Parade at 1115 hours today. Station Theatre

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at 1930 hours featured "Uncertain Glory". Station Routine as usual.Possible Flying Time: Day: 8:30 Right: 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: Nil Night: Nil

13 Nov./44 Cold, occasional snow flurries and heavy ground fog throughout the morning. Brightsunshine in afternoon. CAN.J42785 F/O T.G. Kellough has been posted to No. 6 Release Centre,Regina, Sask. One airman posted to No. 2 T.S.U. Penhold, Alberta. Forty airmen posted to variousDischarge Depots in Western Canada. Station Routine as usual.Possible Flying Time: Day: 3:30 Night: 13:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: NIL Night: NIL

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14 Nov./ 44 Cold and foggy in morning. and nice winter afternoon. Station Theatre at 1930 hoursfeatured "Three Men in White". Station Routine normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 7:30 Night. 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 7:15 Night: NIL

15 Nov./44 Very nice weather, bright sunshine, snow is melting. J38204 F/O A.C. Dunn hasproceeded to No. 3 S.F.T.S., Calgary. Alberta, where he has been posted. Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 10:00 Night: 14:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 8:00 Night: NIL

16 Nov./44 No change in weather. J27640 F/O D.M. Grant, J42347 F/O R.T. Saxby and J37094 F/O S.H. VanOrnan (Pilots) are posted to No. 2 F.I.S. Pearce, Alberta. At 2030 hours a farewellparty for all aircrew Graduates was held. All officer and senior N.C.O.’s were invited. Entertainment was given by Calgary performers. A good time was had by all. Station Routinenormal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 10:00 Night: 14:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 9:35 Night: NIL

17 Nov./44 Weather remains about the same. CAN.C373 G/C R.H. Foss and CAN. C943 S/L R.V.Henderson are on temporary duty to Calgary. C2099 S/L J.H. Watts is acting Commanding Officer. There was a Wings Parade at l600 hours for Course 91 W.A.G.'s. 28 Trainees graduated andC2099 S/L J.H, Watts gave the graduates a short talk and presented them with their Wings. Thewinner of the Silver Bracelet was Sgt. Seymour-Bennett, D.F. and the winner of the silver bullet wasSgt. Dehon, R.P. Top student was Sgt. Seymour-Bennett, D.E. Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 10:00 Night: 13:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 9:00 Night: NIL

18 Nov./44 Nice winter day, snow is gradually melting away. The Commanding Officer. G/C R.H.Foss returned frorm Calgary with S/L R.V. Henderson. The Handing Over of the Station took place.CAN.C943 S/L R.V. Henderson assumes command of the Station. CAN.C372 G/C R.H. Foss isposted to No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary, Alberta. Station Routine Normal.

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18 Nov./44 Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:30 Night: 14:30 (Cont.d) Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 7:00 Night: NIL

19 Nov./44 Weather remains same. The R.C. and Protestant Church Parades took place at the usualhours. C12918 F/L H.S. Dodgson was posted and C3657 F/L L.C. Scott will replace him asProtestant Padre. F/L J.A. Cawston (Nav.) was posted to No. 5 O.T.U. Boundary Bay, B.C. StationRoutine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:30 Night: 14:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 6:40 Night: NIL

20 Nov./44 Nice winter day, a little wind and wet underfoot. V30442 S/O J.E. Jackson(Admin.)who was previously on this station was reposted back from Macleod, No. 7 S.F.T.S. C7060 F/L J.A.Cawston 's (Nav.) posting to No. 5 O.T.U. Boundary Bay, B.C. was cancelled. C21656 F/L C.R.Roberts (Admin.) has been posted to Lachine, P.Q. V30654 S/O P.E. Ward(Adnin.) has taken overthe position of Adjutant. Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:30 Night: 14:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 6:40 Night: NIL.

21 Nov./44 Partly cloudy in forenoon and fair in afternoon. High wind 30-50 throughout the day.Station Routine Normal. At 1930 hours the Station Theatre featured "Buffalo Bill."Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:00 Night: 12:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 7:20 Night: NIL

22 Nov./44 Cloudy in forenoon and partly cloudy in afternoon. Warm weather and wet underfoot.J43982 P/O J. LaRochelle (Pilot) has been posted to No. 2 F.I.S. Pearce, Alberta. C4518 S/L S.S.Farrell (S.A.O.) has been promoted to the rank of Temporary Squadron Leader. Station RoutineNormal.

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22 Nov./44 Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:00 Night: 13:00 (Cont.d) Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 9:00 Night: Nil

23 Nov./44 Partly cloudy throughout day, nice winter afternoon. CAN.J85987 P/O A. J.McPhee(A.B.) has been posted to No. 10 R.D. Calgary, Alberta. J10131 F/L. A.E. Staple(Pilot) hasbeen posted to No. 19 S.F.T.S. Vulcan, Alberta. J16581 F/L N.L. Stephenson(A.G.), J6842 F/LG.W. Flieger (W.A.G.), J85429 P/O J.W. Ritchie(A.G.) and J14834 F/L M.J. Cowie(Pilot) haveproceeded on Temporary Duty to Trenton, Ont. where they will take a junior administrative course. Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 8:30 Night: 11:15Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 8:00 Night: Nil

24 Nov./44 Partly cloudy all day, with light snow occasionally. There were 28 airmen who wereposted to various units in Western Canada. Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:00 Night: 12:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 8:15 Night: Nil

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25 Nov./44 Very nice day with snow falling at 1700 hours. V30700 Fl/O N.E. Card(Sr. W.D.Officer) has been posted to No. 10 R.D. Calgary for records purposes only, reporting direct to No. 3Release Centre, Rockcliffe, Ont. Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:30 Night: 13:30Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 7:25 Night: NIL

26 Nov./44 Snowing mostly throughout day, with low ground fog. Protestant and R.C. ChurchParades were held as usual. Not very much doing on Station due to snow and low fog. StationRoutine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 6:00 Night: 11:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 5:10 Night: NIL

27 Nov./4 Very foggy in morning and low clouds in afternoon. F/O G.G. Morisette(A.B.)(J40764)and J45129 P/O J.M. Graham (Navigators) were posted to No. 5 O.T.U., Boundary Bay, B.C. C25621 F/O W.C. Davis (A.E. NFL) was posted to No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary. J46682 P/OD.J. Higgins, CAN.J29886 F/O E.D. Silverson, CAN.J17458 F/O S.L. Davies, and CAN.J.6800 F/LN.W. Knight, Pilots, are posted, for record purposes only, to No. 10 R.D. Calgary, and later willproceed to release centres. The Station Sergeant Major R60414 WO2 R. Hodge was posted to No.11 E.D. Calgary. Station Routine Normal. IMAGE 505

27 Nov./44 Possible Flying Time: Day: NIL Night: NIL (Cont’d) Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: NIL Night: Nil28 Nov./44 Fair weather throughout day with patches of fog in vicinity. CAN.C943 S/L R.V.Henderson assumes command of No. 8 B. & G. School, RCAF, Lethbridge, Alberta effective 15November 1944. CAN.C373 G/C R.H. Foss was posted to No. 2 Wireless School, Calgary. V30654 S/O P.E. ward assumes the duties of Adjutant effective 21 November 1944. C21656 F/LC.R. Poberts (Admin) was posted Overseas. V30511 S/O C.M. Mclean was posted to No. 3 ReleaseCentre, Tockcliffe, Ont. C13175 F/O D.J. Zeller(A.E.) was posted to No. 7 B. & G. School,Paulson Man. Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 8:30 Night: 14:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 7:20 Night: Nil

29 Nov./44 Cloudy and cold, regular winter day. The following were posted to No. 10 R.D.Calgary, Alberta for record purposes only and are to report to various Release Centres: CAN.J46641 F/O F.E. Donovan (Gunnery Officer) CAN.J47492 P/O C.A. Warfield (GunneryOfficer), J26314 F/O H.O. Derby(Bomber Officer) J45399 P/O J.B. Martin(Bomber Officer)CAN.J16692 F/O D.H. McLean(Nav.) C7060 F/L J.A. Cawston(Nav.). Station Routine Normal.Possible Flying Time: Day: 7:30 Night: 10:00Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 6:05 Night: NIL

30 Nov./44 Very nice winter afternoon. Chinook Wind blowing all day, snow is rapdily melting.V30442 S/O J.E. Jackson(Admin) was posted to No. 15 S.F.T.S. Clarseholm, Alberta. C2099 S/LJ.H. Watts (Pilot GL) was posted to No. 10 B.G.S., Mt. Pleasant, P.E.I. J41947 P/O G.A.Porter(Pilot) J43085 P/O G.P. Smith(A.G.), CAN.J46952 P/O A.G. Coroon(W.A.G.) have been

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posted to No. 10 R.D. Calgary for record purposes only, later to report to various Release Centres. J42080 P/O W.A. Gillis(Pilot) J42424 P/O D.W. Miles (Pilot) J42108 P/O M.P. Storm(Pilot) J42416P/O W.D. Dempster (Pilot) and J42871 P/O W.H. Cowan(Pilot) were promoted to the ranks ofTemporary Flying Officer.

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30 Nov./44 At 1930 hours the station theatre featured “Climax”. Station Routine Normal. (Cont.d) Possible Flying Time: Day: 9:30 Night: 14:30 Hours Flying Carried Out: Day: 1:20 Night: NIL PERSONNEL STRENGTH Airmen orSTAFF: Officers Other Ranks W.D.'s Civilians R.C.A.F...................... 114 347 115 W.D........................... 3 Nursing Sisters.......... 2

SERVICE PERSONNEL OTHER THAN R.C.A.F. C.D.C...................... 2 2 #170 F.S.D............... 4 23 1

CIVILIANSBarrack Officer (Off. Status) 1Others................................... 108 TOTAL STAFF 125 372 116 109

TRAINEESR.C.A.F.............................. 8 34R.A.F................................. 2 3 R.A.A.F............................. 3R.N.Z.A.F......................... 1 GRAND TOTAL: 773 135 413 116 109

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30 Nov./44 AIRCRAFT STRENGTH Type Serviceable Unserviceable Ansons Mk.I 12 _ Ansons Mk.II 2 _ Lysanders 6 _ Harvard 1 _ Bolingbroke 10 _

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MONTH END REVIEW

1. Health of Unit In General Health of the station for the past month has been good. Hospital admission and sickparade attendance were at a minimum. There were no casts of Infectious Diseases.

2. Spiritual Welfare

Protestant: Satisfactory. Roman Catholic: Satisfactory.

3. Discipline The discipline on the station for the month of November continues to be verysatisfactory. There is nothing of serious nature to report.During the month there were 12 charges under various sections of the A.F. Act.(1) 3 Three charges were admonished, reprimanded or given restricted privileges.(2) 1 Charge dismissed.(3) 7 Charges resulted in the awarding of Confinement to Camp.

4. Sports and Recreational ActivitiesDue to the coming disbandment of the unit organized sports were discontinued, and only physicaltraining was carried on. Recreational facilities on the station ware utilized.

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1 Dec./44 Nice winter day. Snow is slowly melting away. Station as of today is inactive. C26585F/O R.W. Richardson. (Nav. G.L.) has been posted to No. 5 O.T.U. Boundary Bay, B.C. SeveralN.C.O.'s and Airmen were posted to various units. Station Routine Normal.

2 Dec./44 No change in weather. Snow mostly all gone. Can.J88351 P/O A.L. Zacharuck, BomberOfficer G.L. was posted to No. 8 B. & G. School, RCAF. J41045 F/O B.V. Seigel, Pilot G.L. wasposted to No. 10 Repair Depot, Calgary, Alberta. J11971 F/O J.G. Housego, Pilot G.L. was posted toRCAF Detachment, Suffield, Alberta. J43085 P/O G.P. Smith, Gunnery Officer G.L. was promotedto rank of Temporary Flying Officer effective 12th September 1944. Several airmen also postedfrom this unit. Station Routine Normal.CO

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3 Dec./44 Nice winter day. Practically no snow left. Protestant Church Parade at 1115 hours andR.C. Church Parade at 0800 hours. Station Theatre featured at 1930 hours "San Diego I Love You".Station Routine Normal.

4 Dec./44 arm day with strong wind blowing. J24466 F/O J.A, Davy, Pilot G.L. has been posted toNo. 3 R.D. Vancouver, B.C. Station Routine Formal.

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5 Dec./44 No change in weather, strong wind from West. J36608 F/O G.G. Gordon, GunneryOfficer posted to No. 10 R.D. Calgary, Alberta (for record purposes only), reporting direct to No. 8R.C. Vancouver, B.C. C20790 F/L W.J. Cassidy (Chaplain R.C.) has been posted to No. 2 WirelessSchool Calgary, Alberta. F/L Cassidy has been on this station for a long tine, and has always beeninterested not only in spiritual welfare of the personnel, but also in many other station activities. Station Routine Normal.

6 Dec./44 Very nice day, sunshine and small breeze blowing throughout the day. All snow is gone.Station Routine Normal.

7 Dec./44 Nice winter day. Bright sunshine in afternoon. J41572 F/O R.O. Adams, BomberOfficer G.L. has been posted to No. 5 A.O.S. Winnipeg, Manitoba. CAN.J22988 F/O E.J. Fraser,Pilot, G.L. has been posted to No. 10 R.D. Calgary, Alberta ( for record purposes only) direct to #7Release Centre, Calgary, Alberta. A Station Farewell Dance was held last evening at the RecreationHall. All personnel on the station were invited. A good time was bad by all. Station RoutineNormal.

8 Dec./ 44 No change in weather. Very little station activities. Station Routine Normal.

9 Dec./44 No change in weather. Warn and sunny day. C8712 F/O0 F.D. Merrill, PersonnelCounsellor, has been posted to No. 7 A.O.S., Portage La Prairie, Manitoba. Station Routine Normal.

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10 Dec./44 No change in weather. The Protestant Church Parade was held at 1115 hours and theR.C. Church Parade at 0900 hours. No picture show in the evening as the equipment has beenremoved due to disbandment of the station. Station Routine Normal.

11 Dec./44 Nice winter day. Warm and sunny throughout the day. Station Routine Normal.

12 Dec./44 No change in weather. Warm and sunny. J89668 P/O V.M.H. Rach, Gunnery Officer, G.L. received a commission as Pilot Officer. Visitors on the Station for a short while were C2631G/C A.R. Sinclair, C2213 W/C R.S. Cross, V30187 S/O W. Whiteford, Fl/O M.M. Weiss. Thirty-two airmen and airwomen were posted to various stations. Station Routine Normal.

13 Dec./44 No change in weather. Warm and sunny day. As the Station is about to be officiallyclosed on the 15th December the tempo of activities is steadily increasing. Posting for over three

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hundred ground crew personnel has arrived and Headquarters Staff is very busy. Most N.F.L.officers have received their postings scattered throughout Western Canada.

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14 Dec./44 The weather remains about the same. Headquarters ia a very busy section due topostings, as a result of the closing of the station. Besides that, all is well.

15 Dec./44 Nice winter day, warm and sunny. Today is the official closing day of No. 8 B.G.S.,but owing to every one being so busy with posting and clearances there was no official closingceremony. Within the next two or three days every one but the personnel left with the Rear Party willbe cleared from the Station .

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The general health of the station during the month of December has been good. Hospital admissionsand sick parade attendance were at a minimum. There were no cases of infectious disease.

2. Spiritual Welfare Protestant: Satisfactory.Roman Catholic Due to the posting of the R.C. Padre there have been no Church Services on the Station, andthe R.C. personnel are taken into the City of Lethbridge by M.T. to attend Mass, every Sunday.

3. Discipline The discipline both on and off the station has been very satisfactory during the month ofDecember.

4. Sports and Recreational Activities Due to the disbandment of the unit there have been no organized sports for the month ofDecember.CO

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