Monthly Archives: February 2012

More News that Print to Fit

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Job Conger

Two newspapers are perused for AKM clippings almost every day: published in Peoria, Illinois but with the name and base of operations in Springfield, the State Journal-Register is the local conduit, and its coverage of aviation throughout the state, particularly … Continue reading →

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Report from the Research Room

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Job Conger

It’s been too long since posting here. As I continue to beat my little drum to recruit volunteer help here at the WELCOME Room, I am busy upstairs during slow times when it’s too early or too late to expect … Continue reading →

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Visitors from Brazil

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Job Conger

A highlight of January at AKM was a serendipitous encounter with visitors from Brazil on Sunday the 15th. I had been working in the WELCOME! Room (ground floor office) updating the Points In Time chronology of aviation file, but had … Continue reading →

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