THE ANVIL U.S.S. Hephaestus: NCC-2004 September 2012

ALWAYS ONWARD

A MEMBER OF STARFLEET INTERNATIONAL

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From the Ready Room 1

XO Briefing 1

Ship’s Log 2

Starfleet Marine Corps 2

Star Trek News 3

Treasury Report 3

Away Team and Activity Schedule 4

Starfleet Renewal Reminders 4

Area Conventions 5

Command Structure 7

WEB LINKS

Starfleet www.sfi.org

Region 2

www.region2.org

USS Hephaestus www.usssheph.org

Editor MarkAdam Miller

Layout, Graphics and Publishing Brenda A. Miller

Marine Reporting Neil Yawn

Treasury Reporting MarkAdam Miller

HEPHAESTUS is the Greek name for the Roman

god of the forge, Vulcan. Birmingham has the

world’s largest iron statue, that of the Roman god,

Vulcan. We named our Starfleet chapter the

Hephaestus to give us ties to our city and to Star

Trek, which has had its own Vulcan since 1966.

Hephaestus forged armor and weapons for the gods.

We create our own “armor and weapons” here, in

our newsletter, so it is called The Anvil.

The Anvil, Issue 253, is the monthly newsletter of

the USS Hephaestus, NCC-2004, of Starfleet, The

International Star Trek Fan Association. All terms

and phrases from Star Trek are owned by

Paramount Pictures Corporation, a division of

Paramount Communications and all rights are

reserved.

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Greetings, I am dedicating this Anvil to my hero Neil Armstrong. I was always into space even as a little kid. I think that is why

I was in to Star Trek as it showed us exploring space. I don’t remember watching the moon landing since I was only 5 years old at the time but I do remember drinking Tang and having the Lunar rover you got with each purchase of a jar. I did not meet Mr. Armstrong but I did meet Buzz Aldrin when I helped with a book signing of his. I also went to the Air & Space Museum that Mr. Armstrong had in his home town of Wapakoneta, Ohio. I hope that we can continue to reach for the stars just as Mr. Armstrong did.

I also like to say a “Happy Birthday” to a person whose birthday I can not forget because she was born on September 8, 1986, my niece, Abigail Miller. Before she was born my brother said I would not remember her birthday unless it had something to do with Star Trek. Well, as it happened, it did, on the 20th anniversary of Star Trek. Happy Birthday, Abigail!

If you have any topics of interest you would like to see in the newsletter send your articles or updates to cohephaestus@bellsouth.net.

As always see you around the ship, Capt. MarkAdam Miller cohephaestus@bellsouth.net

XXOO BBrriieeffiinngg

Wow! I can’t believe its September, and summer is officially over. But we know that unofficially it’s still summer. There’s still time for cookouts and trips to the lake or the beach. And the weather is perfect for football. Our next major social won’t be a cookout, but food will be involved. The annual Fall Feast will take place in November at Pete and Sue Ellen’s.

And I think Pete will probably keep with tradition and cook the turkey. Believe it or not, he cooks a delicious turkey. Sides, drinks and snacks will be provided. We will also have the usual games for those game players. So mark November 10 on your calendar and plan to attend.

I was looking over one of the Anvil’s and noticed MarkAdam’s note that he was looking for articles, reports, or stories for the Anvil. I would like to add my invitation to you to submit an article, report or story. It doesn’t have to be Pulitzer Prize material, just something entertaining.

That’s all this time. I’ll be out of town during the September meeting/social, so I’ll see you at the Fall Feast.

Pat Hicks booklady44@charter.net

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August 11, .2012 – Bowling Night:

For those who attended, a fun time was had at the Brunswick Riverview Lanes. We had no expert bowlers but some of the participants did get a few good rolls in. Even I rolled two strikes and a spare in the 2 games we played. In all there were 16 strikes and 26 spares. So I think our little group showed the pins who was boss. The winner was Mike in both games.

Names Game 1 Game 2

Mike 122 152

Matthew 94 63

Danny 115 131

Pete 119 110

Brenda 104 94

MarkAdam 74 62

Attendance: 8 people.

Personnel Updates:

No personal updates were sent in by press time.

If you have anything accomplishments you would like to share with the group please email them to me at: cohephaestus@bellsouth.net.

SSttaarrfflleeeett MMaarriinnee CCoorrppss Greetings,

We are looking for new Marines to join the unit from the USS Hephaestus.

BGen Neil Yawn, OIC 1 BN, 2BDE, OIC 654 MSG

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SSttaarr TTrreekk NNeewwss We pay respects to the passing of Neil Armstrong. Neil Armstrong was as everyone knows the first man on

the moon. His small step for a man was a giant leap for mankind in bringing to us a new world of

understanding. Many of the things we have today are because of the advances that were made to get a man to

the moon. The best statement I found about Neil Armstrong came from his family:

“For those who may ask what they can do to honor Neil, we have a simple request. Honor his

example of service, accomplishment and modesty, and the next time you walk outside on a clear

night and see the moon smiling down at you, think of Neil Armstrong and give him a wink.”

This Anvil is dedicated to him for his inspiration in space exploration ;)

For those going to be in the Orlando area you can go to the Star Trek Experience. It has a ¾ mock up

classic bridge, the Raptor shuttle craft from Nemesis, several costumes and timeline for Star Trek. It was small

and not on scale of the Las Vegas Experience, but should do well in the Orlando area.

Walter Koenig will receive his Star on the Walk of Fame September 10, 2012. Walter Koenig is best know

for his roll as Chekov in Star Trek and Bester (the man we most love to hate) on Babylon 5. This is a small part

of the over 100 times he has appeared on television with no less then 42 different character including a gang

leader in Alfred Hitchcock Presents to a middle age Tom Sawyer in The Boys of Autumn. The celebration starts

on September 8 the 46th anniversary of Star Trek at the Egyptian theater with a celebrity dinner & roast on the

9th at Beverly Garland Hotel. Congratulations, from the crew of the Hephaestus.

Sir Patrick Stewart is lending his voice as the Huntmaster on Futurama. Bender (voiced by John

DeMaggio) will be giving Sir Patrick the run around in the Episode 31st Century Foxhunt.

Need some new Star Trek Toys? Then get your pocketbooks ready because Diamond Select Toys are

coming out with several new ships, weapons and figures. Ships include the Enterprise B, Klingon Bird of Prey

and The Enterprise E from Nemesis. The weapons include a Klingon Disruptor and a Phaser/Communicator

set. They are going old school for the 8 inch figures with Kirk and Spock figures form Mirror, Mirror universe.

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Description Payments Deposits Balance

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Ending Balance $ 88.00

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DATE EVENT/TIME LOCATION/ACTIVITY Sept.1,, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Sept.7, 2012 Poker – 7 pm Paul Mohney’s House Sept. 8, 2012 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House – Star Trek Games Oct. 6, 2012, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net

Oct. 12,, 2012 Poker – 7 pm Dennis Evans’ House

Oct. 13, 2012 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House – Table Games Nov. 3, 2012, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Nov. 9,, 2012 Poker – 7 pm Pete Mohney’s House Nov. 10, 2012 Social – 2 pm Mohney’s House – Fall Feast Dec. 1, 2012, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Dec.7,, 2012 Poker – 7 pm Miller’s House Dec. 8 , 2012 Social – 2 pm Mohney’s House – TV Trivia

ALL EVENTS AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE, PLEASE REFER TO THIS

SECTION FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION

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Youngblood-Yawn 11/30/12 Mohney Family 12/20/12 Potts Family 03/01/13 Green 04/10/13 Mangina 05/09/13

Hicks family 05/29/13 Carr 08/11/13 Miller Family 08/26/13

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Area Conventions

September

Orlando Comic Expo

September 23, 2012 – Orlando, FL – Over 75 Tables of Comics, Videos, Toys, Action Figures, Anime, Video Games, Star Wars, Artwork, Trading Cards & Fun! For more info visit their website: http://www.orlandocomicexpo.com.

Klingon Feast

September 28-30, 2012 – Daytona Beach, FL – This is a Science Fiction Star Trek weekend event by the fans for the fans. ... No dealers or guest stars – just fans being Klingon, games, contests and gathering for a Group Feast on Saturday Night. All species invited including HUMANS, Klingons play well with others....So come out to play. For more info visit their website: http://www.klingonfeast.com/Klingon_Feast_Florida.html.

Octoberr

Geek Media Expo (GMX)

October 26-28, 2012 – Nashville, TN – As a multi-fandom convention, GMX features over 20 Channels of programming content, including Art, Literature, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Comics, Digital and Tabletop Gaming, Science & Technology, Star Wars, Star Trek & British Fandom, Costuming & Props, and much, much more. GMX brings together veteran and on-the-rise celebrity and artistic talent in an interactive forum with a focus towards quality in content and production level. GMX also features destination events, topical discussion panels, workshops, vendors & artist exhibitions, contests and more! For more info visit their website: http://www.geekmediaexpo.com.

FAN:Con Con

October 27-28, 2012 – Pensacola, FL (University of West Florida Commons Building 22) – FAN:dom is a convention that covers over a variety of interests. It’s not just an anime or sci-fi convention. It’s both and more. Guests include: Quinton Flynn, Eric Stuart, Todd Haberkorn, Tiffany Grant and Jennie Breden. For more info visit their website: http://www.fandomcon.com .

If you have information about up coming conventions or events that you would like to have

published please send info to cohephaestus@bellsouth.net

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USS HEPHAESTUS

COMMAND STRUCTURE

COMMAND STAFF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

MarkAdam Miller, Captain – Commanding Officer Pat Hicks, Fleet Captain – 1st Officer

Dennis Evans, Fleet Captain – Second Officer

SueEllen Mohney, Captain Denby Potts, Rear Admiral Danny Potts, Rear Admiral

SCIENCES NAVIGATION

Roy Green, Brigadier, SFMC – Archaeology and Anthropology

Pete Mohney, Admiral

COMPUTER SCIENCES ENGINEERING

Danny Potts, Rear Admiral Flo Hurst, Commander

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY

Brenda A. Miller, Lt Cmdr Pat Simmons, Lt Cmdr

Melissa Boartfield, Crewman

Roy Green, Brigadier– Security Intelligence, Chief

OPERATIONS MARINES

SueEllen Mohney, Captain – Chief of Operations and Counselor

Shelia Benton, Lt Col – Stampede Coordinator, SFMC

Neil Yawn, Brigadier General, SFMC Roy Green, Brigadier ,SFMC

Shelia Benton, Lt Col Brenda A. Miller, Lt Cmdr

– Ships Stores Officer and Secretary Lynnette Yawn, Lt. – Ships Galley Officer

MEDICAL UNASSIGNED CREW AND CIVILIANS

Shelia Benton, Lt Commander – Chief Medical Officer, SFMD

Gloria Greening, Lt Nicholas Mohney, Ensign Edward deGruy, Lt Cmdr Renee Gainer, Lt JG

CADET TRAINING

Haley Youngblood, Cadet Apparent Matthew Potts, Crewman

Katrina Mohney, Cadet Crewman Tara Mohney, Cadet

Athena Youngblood, Cadet