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In the News (Wed 15 Feb 12)

  
  Cape Gloucester (Tuluvu)
On December 15, the US Army's 112th Cavalry made an assault on the Arawe to the southeast of Cape Gloucester for the primary purpose of distracting the Japanese from the main Marine thrust.
On December 26, 1943, the First Marine Division commanded by Major General William H. Rupertus (veteran of Haiti, China and Guadalcanal) landed at Cape Gloucester after a brief naval bombardment and aerial smoke screen, landing at Yellow Beach 1 and 2 and Green Beach.
Following the landing the Marines moved to occupy Cape Hoskins on the northern coast.
www.pacificwrecks.com /provinces/png_gloucester.html   (1256 words)

  
 Welcome to Cape Ann Divers! cape ann divers, cape ann diving, boston diving, scuba boston, massachusetts diving, scuba ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
Cape Ann Divers offers an extraordinary experience for divers of all levels.
We are strategically located near all diving areas in Gloucester and Rockport, and there are many to choose from.
The 45 foot Cape Ann Diver II (the largest dive boat in New England) and the 31 foot Cape Ann Diver take groups of 2 to 20 divers to some of New England's best offshore dive sites.
www.capeanndivers.com   (134 words)

  
 Festival & Special Events in Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, Manchester, MA
Festival & Special Event Listing for Cape Ann, MA Cape Ann is famous for festivals packed with family fun — four score during the summer alone.
A special lecture by Gail Levin on the Gloucester paintings of Edward Hopper (1882-1967).
Seasonal activities in Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, and Manchester.
www.capeannvacations.com /events/events.cfm   (332 words)

  
 Cape Pond Ice, Gloucester MA: Ice Products, Ice Sculptures, Shot Luge, and Coolest Guys Around Apparel
Cape Pond Ice Company is a full service manufacturer, located on Gloucester, Massachusetts' historic waterfront, just north of Boston on Cape Ann.
Cape Pond Ice Company's "Pure Yankee Cold" keeps lots of people, and things, cool, fresh and chilled.
" Cape Pond Ice supplies to Gloucester's fishing fleet, to wholesale and retail packaged customers, and to a broad range of industrial and niche commercial markets, including concrete contractors, special effects snow and for advertising, TV and movies, farmers raising poultry, corn & broccoli, chemical companies, bakeries...
www.capepondice.com   (379 words)

  
 Cape Ann Vacation - New England Travel Guide North of Boston, MA
Representing Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea, the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce officially invites you to visit New England's premier travel destination.
Cape Ann Symphony kicks off the 56th concert season with special guest Owen Young of the Boston Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, September 29, at 8pm and Sunday, September 30, at 2pm.
Cape Ann Symphony is kicking off the concert season with a Gala Celebration & Auction on Sunday, September 30 at 4:30 p.m.
www.capeannvacations.com   (444 words)

  
 Cape Ann, Massachusetts:(Essex, Gloucester, Manchester by-the-Sea, Rockport)
Gloucester is America's original seaport, and still active and lively, after more than 375 years.
The quietest of the Cape Ann communities welcomes visitors with a number of shops, restaurants, a local museum and scenic landscapes.
Beaches are a major attraction to Cape Ann, and here's where to find the most popular beaches, and what you'll find when you get there.
www.seecapeann.com   (308 words)

  
 LST-68
After participating in three support landings, those at Lae on 23 November and 5 December 1943, and at Cape Cretin on 16 December 1943, LST-68 was at the initial landing at Cape Gloucester, New Britain on 26 December 1943 where she was under enemy air attack and destroyed one enemy plane.
Two support landings at Cape Gloucester on the 5th and 13th of January, 1944, were followed by three support landings at Saidor on January 16th, 19th and the 29th.
During February, on the 15th, a return to Cape Gloucester was followed by three more trips to Saidor on the 18th, 22nd and 26th.
www.uscg.mil /hq/g%2Dcp/history/WEBCUTTERS/LST_68.html   (679 words)

  
 See Gloucester
With these natural advantages, Gloucester soon became America's premier fishing port and today is a vibrant small city of approximately 28,000 residents.
There are two places to get oriented to Gloucester, the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, located in the downtown area at 33 Commercial Street, and the Gloucester Visitors Welcoming Center, located at Stage Fort Park, just off Route 127.
The Gloucester Maritime Trail is a new and interesting way to enjoy Gloucester's waterfront, downtown and harbor areas.
www.seecapeann.com /see_gloucester.html   (1006 words)

  
 Whale Watching Tours Gloucester Cape Ann Massachusetts
We are located on Cape Ann, just forty-five minutes north of Boston, in the heart of historic downtown Gloucester.
We pride ourselves in offering you and your family an experience which is educational, exciting, and (most importantly) fun, while continuing to provide the utmost in luxury, comfort and safety during your time aboard the newest of Gloucester's whale watching boats...
Gloucester, Massachusetts is one of these special places.
www.7seas-whalewatch.com   (603 words)

  
 Cape Ann Historical Museum
Fitz Henry (Hugh) Lane: Riverdale, 1863; Gloucester Harbor from Rocky Neck, 1844; On the Wharves, Gloucester Harbor, 1847
The Cape Ann Historical Museum is located at 27 Pleasant Street in downtown Gloucester, Massachusetts, America’s oldest fishing port.
Cape Ann - which includes the city of Gloucester as well as the towns of Rockport, Manchester and Essex - has also been a leading center for artists since the 19th century and the source of granite for building projects up and down the East coast.
www.capeannhistoricalmuseum.org   (188 words)

  
 Cape Ann lodging & vacation rentals located in Gloucester, MA - The Sea Lion Motel
Discover the beauty and history of Cape Ann's rocky shores, white beaches, historic art colonies and galleries.
Cape Ann and Gloucester - Things To Do Art Galleries, shops and fine dining abound in the area.
Whale watches, fishing, harbor cruises, museums and beaches are readily accessible in Gloucester and throughout Cape Ann.
www.sealionmotel.com   (324 words)

  
 Cape Ann, Massachusetts Tourism Links (Under Construction)
Cape Ann, Massachusetts is an island/peninsula located 40 miles northeast of Boston.
The best-known release filmed locally is "The Perfect Storm", the true story of the October 1991 storm at sea which claimed the lives of the crew of a Gloucester swordfishing boat called the "Andrea Gail".
Cape Ann has welcomed a record number of visitors wanting to learn more about this tragic tale (click for an excerpt from the best-selling novel by Sebastian Junger).
www1.shore.net /~natalie/capeann.htm   (743 words)

  
 Team Gloucester: a Mountain and Trail Running Club on Cape Ann, MA
Team Gloucester is a loosely organized running club with an emphasis on mountain and trail running, though we regularly compete in both road and trail races throughout New England.
Based in Gloucester, Mass, we do most of our training in Dogtown, Ravenswood, and other Cape Ann Trails.
Washington Road Race in June, Escarpment in July, Savoy in August, Around the Cape in September, and the Ravenswood Trail Race in October.
www.teamgloucester.com   (351 words)

  
 News: Papua New Guinea: Langila Volcano - Jun 2005, PNG responds to West New Britain eruption
The first shipment of relief supplies left Kimbe for Cape Gloucester yesterday afternoon while PNG Red Cross yesterday packed its first relief supplies to be sent for the volcano victims.
Meanwhile, the PNG Red Cross Society said relief was in response to an assessment conducted by its officer Gima Kila on the current situation in Cape Gloucester.
PNGRC organized volunteers from Koki and Kesi settlements to help in the packing of tarpaulins and water containers to be airfreight to Hoskins, which would then be transported to Cape Gloucester for distribution to those affected.
www.reliefweb.int /rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/SODA-6DB89M?OpenDocument   (409 words)

  
 Cape Ann Marine Sales & Service (Gloucester, MA)
Cape Ann Marine Sales and Service in Gloucester, Massachusetts offers boaters everything from a place to tie up for a few hours to a home away from home on your sail or powerboat.
Cape Ann's Marina Resort, which is home to Cape Ann Marine Sales and Service, offers products, services and a marine accessory store for your every boating need.
Our experienced sales and brokerage staff are ready to get you into a new or used boat, trade up, or even downsize.
www.yachtworld.com /capeann   (404 words)

  
 Local Accomodations on Cape Ann; Places to stay; Gloucester Massachusetts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
Cape Ann's Marina Resort 75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930 Tel.
Cape Ann Motor Inn 33 Rockport Road, Gloucester, MA 01930 Tel.
Gray Manor 14 Atlantic Road, Gloucester, MA 01930 Tel.
www.caww.com /local_accomodations.htm   (444 words)

  
 Cape Gloucester Eco Resort
Cape Gloucester Eco-Resort is a unique eco-friendly holiday destination in the Whitsundays.
Cape Gloucester Eco Resort is intimate with only 6 one and two bedroom cabins and 4 attached units..
It boasts a perfect anchorage for prevailing tradewinds with 20 moorings for all size boats.
www.capegloucester.com   (150 words)

  
 The Andrea Gail / Perfect Storm page from UFiSH
Cape Ann is comprised of the communities of Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea.
Cape Pond Ice Company is a full service ice manufacturer located on the waterfront in Gloucester.
Offering drinks, lunch and accomodations on the working Gloucester waterfront for over 25 years and where the crew of the F/V AG spent most of their shore leave.
www.ufish.com /Andrea_Gail/AndreaGail.htm   (962 words)

  
 Escort Carrier Photo Index: USS CAPE GLOUCESTER (CVE-109)
Jim Gregg, PhoMate 3/c, USS Cape Gloucester, 1946
Captain Sherman E. Burroughs was the first Commanding Officer of the Naval Ordnance Test Station China Lake, where extensive guided missile and rocket testing and research occurred.
Cape Gloucester is "mothballed" and USS Princeton (CV-37) being prepared for inactivation on the opposite pier.
www.navsource.org /archives/03/109.htm   (326 words)

  
 Cape Ann Motor Inn
Cape Ann Motor Inn is located on beautiful Cape Ann, just 30 miles northeast of Boston.
are open all year, so you can enjoy a great beachfront vacation or quiet off-season getaway here on Cape Ann.
Long Beach is a safe and fun beach for children of any age.
www.capeannmotorinn.com   (84 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
Complement: 1,066 Armament: 2 5” Class: COMMENCEMENT BAY CAPE GLOUCESTER (CVE-109) (name changed from WILLAPA BAY, 26 April 1944) was launched 12 September 1944 by Todd-Pacific Shipyards, Inc., Tacoma, Wash.; sponsored by Mrs.
After operational training at Pearl Harbor, CAPE GLOUCESTER arrived at Leyte, P.I., 29 June 1945 to join the 3d Fleet.
After a period covering minesweeping along the Japanese coasts, and aiding in the recovery of Allied troops from prison camps on Kyushu, CAPE GLOUCESTER made four voyages returning servicemen from Okinawa and Pearl Harbor to the west coast.
www.hazegray.org /danfs/carriers/cve109.txt   (244 words)

  
 Arts on Cape Ann, North of Boston, ArtsGloucester
We are proud to say that this year's training provided new skills for young girls in hopes to advance their interest in Science, Math and Technology.
Our goal is to share, promote, sponsor, and educate each other in the efforts of uniting this jewel of a creative environment, Gloucester and Cape Ann.
The enrichment and development of a thriving artistic and historic fishing community depends on our residents and guests to understand each others needs, strengths and talents.
www.artsgloucester.com   (196 words)

  
 Gloucester, MA
Drawing from city archives and contemporary newspaper stories, Gloucester Police Officers Larry Ingersoll and Mark Foote spent 15 years assembling this day-by-day account of the Gloucester police doing their jobs.
Visit Cape Ann Online - Discussion Forums for Gloucester, Rockport and Essex.Local and general discussions for residents and visitors.
Cape Ann Web is a community web site.
www.capeannweb.com /gloucester/Gloucester.html   (226 words)

  
 Cape Ann Whale Watch:whale watching tours from Gloucester,Massachusetts
Cape Ann Whale Watch:whale watching tours from Gloucester,Massachusetts
Whale Watching Tours out of Cape Ann, Massachusetts
Why is the boat speed and size important??
www.caww.com   (113 words)

  
 Cape Gloucester Apartments - realestate.com.au
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www.realestate.com.au /realestate/qld/townsville/real+estate/apartments/cape+gloucester   (312 words)

  
 Boston.com / News / Boston Globe / Obituaries / Joseph P. Sheridan, veteran a beacon for disabled; at 80
He participated in several battles including the assault and capture of Guadalcanal.
In 1944, he was wounded in action at Cape Gloucester, New Britain.
Shortly after, doctors removed his right arm and part of his right leg.
www.boston.com /news/globe/obituaries/articles/2004/10/10/joseph_p_sheridan_veteran_a_beacon_for_disabled_at_80   (478 words)

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