BIRTHDAY BASH A SURPRISE.Byline: BETTIE RENCORET Senior columnist columnist, the writer of an essay appearing regularly in a newspaper or periodical, usually under a constant heading. Although originally humorous, the column in many cases has supplanted the editorial for authoritative opinions on world problems. LANCASTER Some 35 of A.B. Hale Jr.'s friends helped him turn 80 April 29. They surprised him at a bash hosted by his daughter, Stephanie Hale of Bakersfield. Most of the invited guests were fellow members of The Retired Officers Association, of which he currently serves as secretary/treasurer. Some members of the Citizens Committee for the California State Veterans Home in Lancaster also attended. He is a charter member of that organization. ``A.B. deserves it,'' master of ceremonies Tom Craft, a retired Navy captain, said of the gathering. ``After all, we need to tell him these things "These Things" is an EP by She Wants Revenge, released in 2005 by Perfect Kiss, a subsidiary of Geffen Records. Music Video The music video stars Shirley Manson, lead singer of the band Garbage. Track Listing 1. "These Things [Radio Edit]" - 3:17 2. while he's still around to hear them.'' Hale, who retired as a major from the U.S. Air Force in 1965 after 26 years of active duty, was well known as the executive assistant to Mel Baker in charge of the Retired Activities Office at Edwards Air Force Base Edwards Air Force Base, U.S. military installation, 301,000 acres (121,805 hectares), S Calif., NE of Lancaster; est. 1933. It is one of the largest air force bases in the United States and has the world's longest runway. and the Edwards Federal Credit Union office in Lancaster. In 1967 he went to work as a civilian contracting officer A US military officer or civilian employee who has a valid appointment as a contracting officer under the provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. The individual has the authority to enter into and administer contracts and determinations as well as findings about such contracts. for the U.S. Navy and after three years, made a lateral transfer to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), civilian agency of the U.S. federal government with the mission of conducting research and developing operational programs in the areas of space exploration, artificial satellites (see satellite, artificial), at Edwards Air Force Base. After 11 years he transferred once more, this time to the Edwards Air Force Flight Test Center, and retired again in May 1983. Partygoers were asked to bring only funny cards, pictures or embarrassing stories from the honoree's past to relate. Craft offered a few comic comments about his association with Hale, then invited others to do the same. Bob Burke and Barbara Saunders Saun´ders n. 1. See Sandress. gave some insight into Hale's character and there were myriad cards and greetings from other well-wishers, some of whom could not attend. ``I can't believe that nobody gave this away,'' said the hostess. ``When I said I wanted it to be a surprise, not one person said anything to make Dad suspect what was going on. He was really surprised.'' A special tribute was offered for Hale's wife of 55 years, Helen, who was a volunteer librarian (1) A person who works in the data library and keeps track of the tapes and disks that are stored and logged out for use. Also known as a "file librarian" or "media librarian." See data library. (2) See CA-Librarian. at Rosamond Elementary School elementary school: see school. for 22 years before her death last June 17. Craft, who assisted with the local arrangements, called for a moment of silence ``in remembrance of a lovely lady.'' CAPTION(S): photo Photo: A.B. Hale Jr.'s daughter, Stephanie Hale of Bakersfield, staged a surprise party for his 80th birthday. Bettie Rencoret/Special to the Daily News |
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