John,   I just realized that you asked above, but I did not assess your Air Service Overseas (Signal Corps with "winged globe") insignia.     From what I think I can see; it appears as though it could be a good example.  The somewhat crude nature of many French-made insignia makes it challenging to be absolutely certain, and frankly, opens the door for those trying to pull a fast one.  For these, the best tell seems to be the thickness (or rather, the thinness) of the winged globe appurtenance.  Fakes are typically thicker than a quarter, originals are thinner than a dime.  Many originals have peened or split pins to affix them to the Signal Corps device but I have seen soldered versions.   I hope that helps.   Warm regards.   Chris

Thanks, jmd62. It seems like some manufacturers just do a much better job with the detailed handwork needed.

Could these bags have been used at the very beginning of WWII, on par with MIVA1?

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We are not far from Bundy Hill at all, 311 N Wisner St in Jackson, very close to 94 and 127 interchange.  Scott

In relating to different faiths, while browsing for old articles on chaplains there is one mentioning other faiths/sects (In this case rabbis and ministers) contacting the national headquarters of the Holy Name for material and guidance. The article is called "UNITY MARKS SERVICE OF ARMY CHAPLAINS: RABBIS AND MINISTERS HELP TO FORM HOLY NAME UNITS." New York Times (1923-), Dec 20, 1942. You may have to ask around in your group if anyone has access to Proquest to read the full article. Here is the relevant quote;  Apologies if the quotation is not 100% accurate, there is no text version.  I am going to keep poking around for any other interesting articles, let me know if there is anything in particular you are looking for.  - Bill  

Yes, the button on the dialer's handset to talk. I have two sets, and they both behave this way. Reversing red to LA, and green to LB doesn't work. If you do that, the status indicator on the dialer never changes color. It's supposed to change to green when you take it off the hook. Then it changes to red when you dial, back to green when you're not dialing, etc. It'll still work for calling out, but now half-pressing doesn't even work. So the person on the other line cannot hear you. But green to LA, red to LB works. But like I said, I have to press half-way, or find some sort of sweet spot. Now if I disregard the handset on the dialer and use the original handset that came with the OB unit, then full pressing on that ptt button works. I don't have to find a sweet spot, I just press all the way.    So I'm just curious what are the chances both the handset on my dialer is defective, or if there is some sort of wiring I'm not understanding. BTW, I'm using a Panasonic PBX. I've tested with both extension lines, as well as my Ooma line. This has been the behavior regardless. 

Very cool!

John, @kiaiokalewa,    It is worth noting; it would be completely unfair to cast any aspersions on your friend Marty for what we, In the light of the present, can recognize as missteps.  Much of what is now known only came to light in the last 10 years or so -- after the passing of the men who committed the work. Your friend Marty proved himself to be a discerning collector and many of the previous postings you showcased have been of phenomenal quality.    Earlier generations of collectors simply did not have the benefit of the internet and other electronic means to research and share information.  If anything, we should count ourselves fortunate to live in such a time.  That vacuum of information, was exactly what the likes of; Darida, Beckman, Snyder, Walters, and (many!) others counted on to ply their wares.  Unfortunately, restrikes, reproductions, and outright fakes found their way into the very best of collections.   In his books, Duncan Campbell often warned about various efforts at re-striking or otherwise faking historic military artifacts.  Most of the above men (and their wares) were well known to him but (gentleman that he was) Campbell refrained from "naming names" -- at least in print.  To be certain, other fakers have taken up that mantle and are actively putting out questionable items. Also, as a previous generation of collectors passes on, questionable items from old, established collections are coming back into the light.  Fortunately, we have this forum (and other venues like ASMIC) at our virtual fingertips to share information and learn.   Warm regards!   Chris    

Thanks, I already asked my group leader relating to other faiths so that may be a problem since there are other of different faiths in the group. I will check out that sight thanks!