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INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Ready Room
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XO Briefing
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Ship’s Log
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Starfleet Marine Corps
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Starfleet Renewal Reminders
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Quotable Quotes
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Treasury Report
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Away Team and Activity Schedule
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Jokes
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Star Trek Fiction {
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Star Trek News
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Area Conventions
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Reviews
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Command Structure
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.
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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
The Anvil, Issue 275, 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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F r o m t h e R ea d y R o o m Greeting from your Captain, Lately I have been trying to give a theme to the pictures in the Anvil. This month I looked up different genres that have been placed into Star Trek. I hope you enjoy the samples through out the newsletter. If you have a favorite then drop me a line either on my email or on the Facebook group. I have added a little fun. In this newsletter there are five hidden starship ({) icons. See if you can find all five. Answers will be in next month issue. Note, this is not one of them. Do you have an interesting idea for the Anvil? Do you have a theme that you might want us to explore? Do you have an article, news story or fictional story that you would like to share? Then send you idea and stories to the email address below. Capt. MarkAdam Miller cohephaestus@bellsouth.net https://www.facebook.com/groups/Hephaestus2004/ Do you have an interesting idea for the Anvil. A theme
XO Briefing Ahh. These lazy days of late summer. They call us to put our feet up and relax with a frosty glass of iced tea. And I’m enjoying every minute of summer and not complaining about the heat after the winter we had. On to business, well, interesting information maybe? Filming has started on Star Wars episode VII. On or around July 29 the cast and crew arrived on the remote island Skellig Michael, off the coast of Ireland to film for three days. The island is a tourist attraction because of an ancient monastery. It is also a Special Protection Area for the birds on the island, and it’s mating season for those birds. Birdwatch Ireland is concerned about the effect filming will have on the nests. The crew did obtain the necessary permits Concerning ship’s business, there is nothing pressing, so enjoy the rest of the summer. We’ll have the elections for Second Officer and the EC in September or October. That’s all for now. Pat Hicks booklady44@charter.net USS HEPHAESTUS
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Ship’s Log July 12, 2014 – Captain’s Cookout We had the Annual summer Captain’s Cookout. We cooked Hamburgers and Hot Dogs. Some people brought steak or sandwiches. We also had chips, cookies and pop to drink. Also a cake was there for Sue Ellen’s Birthday (Shhhhh. we are not telling how old she is just that she still looks 29). Star Trek and World Cup Soccer were watched on the TV. Also Star Trek Scene It was played. Donald won the Munchkin game. His prize was a gift card to Barnes and Nobles. Matthew won the Texas Hold’em Tournament. He beat his dad in the heads up round. Finally, Pete won Dalmuti with his prize being a Carmike Theater Gift Card. All in all a great time. Attendance: 25 People June 18, 2014 – Alabama Theater (From Ensign Donald Arnold’s log) We had a great turnout for The Alabama Theatre’s showing of STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN. I, Captain MarkAdam Miller, his wife Brenda, and Roy Green were there. The Captain, a young woman named Haley and I participated in the Khan screaming Khan-test. The Captain won, letting the young lady pick first. She chose the TWOK phaser. The Captain let me choose next. I chose the STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN poster. Finally, the Captain got his prize; tickets to the rest of the season’s movies at The Alabama Theatre. It was a great showing. “What’s on 2nd” in Birmingham provided merchandise for .sale. They even had Vulcan Ale, providing one was of age, of course. All in all it was a great night. The Theatre is always a great place even if your just there for the scenery. Of course, we also heard The Mighty Wurlitzer. It, as always, was beautiful. It was my first visit and I loved it! This ends my log. Arnold out. Attendance: 4 crewmen Personnel Updates: Ensign Donald Arnold is working hard in Starfleet Academy. He has received 4 more Cadet Star Awards. They are: Andorian Orientation College, College of Chapter Development, College of Genealogy and Caitian Orientation College. Congratulations Donald. (If you have any news or accomplishments you would like to share with the group please email them to me at: cohephaestus@bellsouth.net. Also your personal updates can give your Captain added info to help get you recognition and awards at summit for your accomplishments).
For I dipped into the future, far as human eye could see; Saw the Vision of the World, and all the wonder that would be... -Alfred Tennyson (U.S.S. Voyager dedication plaque)
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Starfleet Marine Corps Greetings, Major General Neil Yawn will be promoted to Lieutenant General at the IC this year. The 654th MSG is looking for members. There is a completely different set of Academy schools for those trying to get the Boothby awards. There is no pressure in joining. There are two categories: Active which means all ranks will be Marine ranks, and Reserve which means you stay primarily Fleet and only use Marine ranks when doing marine stuff. Contact Major General Neil Yawn if you are interested or have questions. Looking to boost your Boothby Awards? The Starfleet Marines Academy may be your answer. Check out what SFMC Academy has for you. Major General Neil Yawn, OIC 1 BN, 2BDE, OIC 654 MSG
STARFLEET RENEWAL REMINDERS Robinson Arnold Youngblood-Yawn Potts Family Mohney Family Mangina
09/15/14 11/30/14 11/30/14 03/05/15 03/11/15 05/15/15
Green Hicks family Lindsay Miller Family
06/04/15 06/16/15 06/18/15 08/26/15
Quotable Quotes Janeway: Mr. Kim, we're Starfleet officers. Weird is part of the job. ***** Paris: "Captain, I think I should tell you I've never actually landed a starship before." Janeway: "That's all right, Lieutenant, neither have I." ******* Chakotay: "Trapped on a barren planet and you're stuck with the only Indian in the universe who can't start a fire by rubbing two sticks together."
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Treasury Report J ul y Description
Payments
Deposits
Beginning Balance B&N Gift Card
$
10.00
Carmike’s Cinema
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10.00
Captain’s Cookout food
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50.00 $
Poker profit
Ending Balance
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Balance $
130.00
$
70.00
10.00
Away Team and Activity Schedule DATE Aug 2, 2014 Aug 8, 2014 Aug9, 2014 Sept. 5, 2014 Sept. 12, 2014 Sept. 13, 2014 Oct. 3, 2014 Oct. 10, 2014 Oct. 11, 2014 Nov 1, 2014 Nov. 7, 2014 Nov. 8, 2014
EVENT/TIME Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm
LOCATION/ACTIVITY cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Paul Mohney’s House Mohney’s House cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Pott’s House Mohney’s House cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Burtyk’s House Mohney’s House cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Burtyk’s House Mohney’s House
ALL EVENTS AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE, PLEASE REFER TO THIS SECTION FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION Janeway: "Dismissed. That's a Starfleet expression for 'get out.'
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Jokes Q:Where do Red Shirtsgo to work out? A:The He’s Dead Gym **** Q: How many Klingons does it take to change a lightbulb? A: TWO: One to screw it in, and one to stab the other in the back and take all of the credit. **** Q: How many Klingons does it take to change a lightbulb? A: NONE: Klingons aren't afraid of the dark. **** Q: What do the Klingons do with the Klingon who replaces the bulb? A: Execute him for cowardice. **** Q: How many Vulcans does it take to screw in a light bulb? A: Approximately 1.00000000000000000000000000000000 **** Q: How many Borg does it take to change a light-bulb? A: All of them!
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Star Trek Fiction Star Trek: The New Adventures: Time Travel: The Shoot Out By: Donald Arnold The entire saloon was quiet. Bill drank a glass of water, walked outside, and waited. The clock struck noon as James Arman walked out of the bank. He snarled, “You ready to die?” Bill didn’t speak. He didn’t tell the Cartwrights he was leaving when he did. He waited without response. “I said are you ready to die, kid?” James snarled again. Bill responded, “It’s nice that you still have an imagination.” That’s all Bill had to say. A man popped up on the roof of the bank, one on the side of the saloon, and two out of the alley by the local barber shop. People watched through the windows. “You’re outnumbered. This just means a quicker death,” Bill looked somewhat disturbed at the surprise number. But that’s when he heard the hooves of horses. The preacher stood in the door of the church, praying for peace in the situation. Bill looked over his shoulder as James cussed at him and swore he would die. His men cocked their guns. The horses came in view then. It was the Cartwrights, Spock, and even Leah McCoy. They all drew their guns and so did Bill. Six against five, that’s how it started. Bill eyed the man on top of the bank and fired. The man fell. The two from the alley were shot down by Little Joe and Hoss. Adam and Leah took out the one by the saloon. Bill and Ben looked at James. He started shooting, missing them both and nearly hitting Hoss. Bill fired. James fell. The sheriff rushed out of his office to make congratulations. After accepting and bidding goodbye to the Cartwrights, Bill and the others rode out of sight. They got far off, beamed up, and that solved one problem. After materializing, Bill went to the bridge. He tapped his staff and they warped out. Destination: home, the future. Spock asked, “Captain, now that we’ve returned, where do you think we should visit next in time?” Bill said, “Next time, we time travel, I’ve heard of this great little town called Mayberry. For now though, we can rest.”{ No sooner had he said that than suddenly Alexander said, “Captain, Qo’nos is hailing.” Bill responded, “On screen.” It was Martok, who said, “Captain, we have a problem.” Bill asked, “What is it?” Martok then went pale as he recounted, “The Cardassians have attacked Andoria and are threatening war. They’re blackmailing us with something very important.” Bill pondered, “Important?” Martok nodded, “The Sword of Kahless.” THE END…? (Donald Arnold is a member of the Hephaestus and has written many Star Trek fan fiction. If you have any fan fiction you would like to submit then send me your stories at cohephaestus@bellsouth.net)
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Star Trek News Star Trek and Sesame Street Do you know how to get to Sesame Street? In the coming year it looks like being a nerd might be the way to get there. Sesame Street is going to do a parody of Comic-Con with Numeric-Con. Con. Elmo dressed d up as Batman – The Dark 9 will see character of Captain Kirk, Princess Leia, Doctor Who, The Deleks, Superman, X-men men and many more. Also the show will be parodying Game of Thrones, Harry Potter and the Avengers. Avengers Special guest this year is Sir Ian McKellen. Since he is a good friend of Sir McKellen, does d this mean that Captain Picard (Sir Patrick Stewart) will not be far behind? To see a preview goto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgxycSKCL2U#t=14 (www.trektoday.com)
NASA and Kirk Tweeting Some of you may remember back ack in 2013, Shatner tweeted Astronaut Chris Hadfield, Hadfield “@Cmdr_Hadfield Are you tweeting from space? MBB”(My Best, Bill) Bill). Hadfield Replied,“@WilliamShatner “@WilliamShatner Yes, Standard Orbit, Captain Captain. And we’re detecting signs of life on the surface.” On Saturday Aug 2, Shatner asked, “How is @NASA doing today?” NASA doing their best geek replied,“@WilliamShatner “@WilliamShatner Good day, Captain. #ISS is in standard orbit and Commander Swanson has the conn. Hope you’re having a great weekend!” “Very good news,” said Shatner. NASA sure does know who their fans are… (www.trektoday.com {and and other sources sources)
William Shatner Injured William Shatner was injured in a hor horse riding accident. The horse was fine but Mr. Shatner wrecked his leg. This did not slow him down. He still made an appearance at San Diego Comic Con. He was in a wheel chair and said he was in pain but ut he would be fine in a couple of days. (Did I miss something? You have an interesting news item from Star Trek? Then send me your suggestions and articles at cohephaestus@bellsouth.net)
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Area Conventions For additional Cons please go to http://www.southernfan.com/calendar.htm This section lists Cons that might be if interest to our group. It is not intended to be a complete list. It appears that there are no more Cons in our area of interest for the rest of the year. If I’ve missed one, please let me know so I can list it in the next issue.
August August 29-September 1 – DragonCon – Atlanta, Georgia http://www.dragoncon.org DragonCon is the largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction & fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film in the universe.
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Reviews X-Men Days of Future Past By Donald Arnold (Spoiler Alert – May be spoilers in the article) This movie was very good in terms of how they are taking the franchise. Let’s start with the dystopian future. That and its character design were great. Next, the past, one of the biggest movie points, which they portrayed the past, its figures, and so on amazingly. The one thing I wasn’t fond of was the fact that the sentinels of the future looked like the Destroyer from Asgard got ripped off. Now, to the plot points. Okay, Wolverine and Victor weren’t recruited until after this past timeline. Now, they seemed to always be together but not in DOFP. Where was Victor? Was he conveniently not there at the time these events were taking place? A good point was the part of the Professor we never saw before, the distraught young man who had lost the hope he once had. It was played very well. Quicksilver and his family left much to the imagination. They even hinted perhaps the father of Quicksilver was our metal-bending friend Magneto. Now, questions. Where were Cyclops, Storm, and the other famous ones when they were needed? They didn’t appear in the past. Mystique was the dangerous villain-like character. Even Magneto was playing good, for the moment. That all changed when he had a chance to turn into the Magneto we know. The last main scene shows the new future which people will love. The post credit scene is our big peek into X-Men Apocalypse.
RATING: AAAAa The Last Dragon (Throwback Review) By Donald Arnold (Spoiler Alert – May be spoilers in the article) I recently watched The Last Dragon. I have to say I loved this movie. Now for those of you who haven’t seen this, you should. For those who have, you know what I mean when I say that Bruce Leroy takes it in this movie. This movie follows a young man who is a karate teacher, and has supposedly learned all he can. When he wishes to learn more, he’s sent to find “The Master.” He searches in a fortune cookie shop, faces Sho’Nuff, the Shogun of Harlem, battles an evil music producer trying to get his distasteful artist through in the business, and finally battles for the girl of his dreams against all odds to find out who The Master is. Win or lose, there’s something inside of him he must discover in this movie that is amazing for fans of karate as well as a great movie.
RATING: AAAAA (Did I miss something? You have an interesting movie or TV show you would like to review or be reviewed? Then send me your suggestions and articles to cohephaestus@bellsouth.net) USS HEPHAESTUS
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USS HEPHAESTUS COMMAND STRUCTURE COMMAND STAFF
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MarkAdam Miller, Captain – Commanding Officer Pat Hicks, Fleet Captain – 1st Officer Brenda Miller, Lt Cmdr – 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, SFMC – Security Intelligence, Chief
OPERATIONS
MARINES
SueEllen Mohney, Captain – Chief of Operations and Counselor Shelia Benton, Lt Col – Stampede Coordinator, SFMC Brenda A. Miller, Lt Cmdr – Ships Administrative Assistant Lynnette Yawn, Lt. – Ships Galley Officer
Neil Yawn, Major General, SFMC Roy Green, Brigadier ,SFMC Shelia Benton, Lt Col
MEDICAL
AMBASSADORS
Shelia Benton, Lt Commander – Chief Medical Officer, SFMD
Mike Burtyk {
CADET TRAINING
UNASSIGNED CREW AND CIVILIANS
Matthew Potts, Petty Officer Katrina Mohney, Cadet Crewman Tara Mohney, Cadet Athena Youngblood, Cadet
Gloria Greening, Lt Edward deGruy, Lt Cmdr Renee Gainer, Lt JG Donald Arnold, Ensign Diedra Robinson, Ensign Haley Youngblood, Crewmen Phillip Mangina, Red Shirt Dennis Evans, Fleet Captain(ret.)
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