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February 16, 1945
The East Hartford Gazette
New Britain, Hartford County, Connecticut
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Seaman First Class Marie Catherine O'Hare, from 2 Wells Avenue, is serving with the WAVES in Washington, D.C. after training in Bronx, N.Y. She enlisted on August 3, 1944, and is pursuing a Yeoman rating. Previously employed at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft and Aetna Life Insurance.
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Marie C. O'Hare Is
Serving With Waves
In Washington, D. C.
Seaman First Class Marie Catherine O'Hare of 2 Wells Avenue is now on duty with the WAVES in Washington, D. C., it was announced this week by the Navy Department. She received her recruit training at the Naval Training School, Bronx, N. Y., and is now residing in WAVE quarters where living was described by the Public Relations Office as "comfortable, friendly and typically Navy."
In their liberty hours, the WAVES are free to participate in the many activities planned by the Recreation Officer and other members of ship's company at the Quarters, or to visit the many places of interest around the capital. Social opportunities for servicewomen range from teas at the famous embassies to dances and entertainments at the various canteens and USO clubs.
Seaman 1/c O'Hare, daughter of Mrs. Julia Barron, is striving for a Yeoman rating. She was sworn in as a member of the Women's Reserve of the U. S. Naval Reserve on August 3, 1944, and is now stationed at the Navy Department. She was formerly employed at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft Corp., and the Aetna Life Insurance Company.
Serving With Waves
In Washington, D. C.
Seaman First Class Marie Catherine O'Hare of 2 Wells Avenue is now on duty with the WAVES in Washington, D. C., it was announced this week by the Navy Department. She received her recruit training at the Naval Training School, Bronx, N. Y., and is now residing in WAVE quarters where living was described by the Public Relations Office as "comfortable, friendly and typically Navy."
In their liberty hours, the WAVES are free to participate in the many activities planned by the Recreation Officer and other members of ship's company at the Quarters, or to visit the many places of interest around the capital. Social opportunities for servicewomen range from teas at the famous embassies to dances and entertainments at the various canteens and USO clubs.
Seaman 1/c O'Hare, daughter of Mrs. Julia Barron, is striving for a Yeoman rating. She was sworn in as a member of the Women's Reserve of the U. S. Naval Reserve on August 3, 1944, and is now stationed at the Navy Department. She was formerly employed at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft Corp., and the Aetna Life Insurance Company.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Waves
Navy Service
Washington Dc
Enlistment
Yeoman Rating
Wwii Women
What entities or persons were involved?
Marie Catherine O'hare
Mrs. Julia Barron
Where did it happen?
Washington, D. C.
Story Details
Key Persons
Marie Catherine O'hare
Mrs. Julia Barron
Location
Washington, D. C.
Event Date
August 3, 1944
Story Details
Marie Catherine O'Hare enlisted in the WAVES on August 3, 1944, trained at Naval Training School in Bronx, N.Y., and is now serving at the Navy Department in Washington, D.C., residing in WAVE quarters and pursuing a Yeoman rating.