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Final Personnel Record for Newhouse, Delbert C., U.S. Navy, 1957

U.S. Department of War · 1957-05-02 · 585 pages · text by GLM-OCR

This 1957 U.S. Navy personnel file was released under the U.S. Department of War name. It covers Chief Photographer Delbert Clement Newhouse, CWO-4, USN. It holds Records of Emergency Data from 1955 to 1957, a 2 May 1957 request that changed his home of record to Pensacola, Florida, and vouchers for his dependents' travel. It also includes fitness reports from his time as Photographic Officer at the U.S. Naval Base at Santa Elena Bay, Ecuador, and with the Fifteenth Naval District in 1942 and 1943. The file contains no UFO material.

From the source:Release of 2026-09-18 Incident: 5/2/57, N/A. This file contains the final personnel record of U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer Delbert C. Newhouse, who left naval service as a Chief Warrant Officer 4, then the highest Warrant Officer grade. In July 1952, Newhouse recorded 16mm motion-picture film near Tremonton, Utah; the film later became the subject of a Project Blue Book investigation. Project Blue Book was the U.S. Air Force program active from 1952 to 1969 that investigated the nature and origin of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). In addition to documenting routine assignments and training, the file records Newhouse’s career progression as a Photographer’s Mate, a Navy enlisted specialty responsible for photography and related imaging work. Project Blue Book investigators characterized Newhouse as an expert photographer based on his naval experience.

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DOW-UAP-PR159 · video · 1952-07-02 Historical Film of Reported UFOs, Utah, 1952 This archival footage is a digitization of a 16mm print of Kodachrome color motion-picture film shot on a handheld Bell & Howell Auto Master camera near Tremonton, Utah, on July 2, 1952. U.S. Navy Chief Warrant Officer Delbert C. Newhouse reported observing and filming a group of bright airborne objects and shortly thereafter submitted the footage to the U.S. Air Force. The film later became one of the visual cases reviewed by Project Blue Book, the 1952–1969 U.S. Air Force program that investigated the nature and origin of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). The film’s limited detail and lack of fixed reference points prevented a conclusive resolution. From the 55-second mark onward, the film transitions to unrelated footage appearing to show a demonstration of sewing equipment. The presence of unrelated sewing-equipment footage suggests that the surviving footage may be a composite or reused print, though the available record does not establish how or when the materials came to be combined. As documented in records submitted with the film, contained in this collection under the title DOW-UAP-D102, the footage originally was paired with mountain scenery from Idaho, which is not preserved in this digitization. Download (76.1 MB)

“The Advance”52 pages

  • p. 22 …ADVANCED $300.00 10/31/50 WHICH HAS BEEN CHARGED ON THE PAY RECORD DISTRICT STAFF…
  • p. 32 …Reference (a) is quoted below and is certified to be a true copy of the original…
  • p. 62 …In accordance with reference (a), when directed by the Commanding Officer, Utility Squadron FIVE, about 15…
  • p. 89 …Reference (a) is quoted below and is certified to be a true copy of the original…
  • p. 94 …Reference (a) is quoted below and is certified to be a true copy of the original…
  • p. 237 In reply address not the signer of this letter, bus Bureau of Naval Personnel, Navy Department…
  • p. 247 In reply address not the signer of this letter, but NAVY DEPARTMENT Bureau of Naval Personnel…
  • p. 293 …in the rank of lieutenant you are hereby advanced, effective 1 April 1960 to the rank…
  • p. 295 …in the rank of lieutenant you are hereby advanced, effective 1 April 1960 to the rank…
  • p. 329 …Time Lost - None Effective 1 April 1960, you are hereby advanced on the retired list to…
  • p. 369 …Advanced Base "GAMMA", later designated as USNavBase, Santa Elena Bay, Ecuador. Duties: Administration of the Ordnance…
  • p. 373 …FOR EACH FACTOR OBSERVED CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX TO INDICATE HOW THE OFFICER COMPARES WITH ALL…
  • p. 385 …Receipt is acknowledged of the (original) (advance copy) of your application for commission as limited duty…
  • p. 388 …In accordance with reference (a), I hereby apply for a permanent commission in the United States…
  • p. 402 …A brief summary of my experience leading to qualification in the technical phases of photographic development…
  • p. 409 (g) Cont'd. (4) Advanced Base "GAMMA" later designated as U. S. Naval Base, Santa Elena…
  • p. 426 …The subject Acting Photographer is recommended to be placed on the list for advancement to Chief…
  • p. 460 …You are authorized to draw advanced mileage in the execution of these orders. 3. Your leave…
  • p. 461 …You are authorized to draw up to three months advance pay in the execution of these…
  • p. 504 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 506 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 509 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 514 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 516 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 518 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 520 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 522 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 524 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 526 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 528 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 530 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 532 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 534 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 536 …Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge. Is well informed on most…
  • p. 553 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? X…
  • p. 554 …FOR EACH FACTOR OBSERVED CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX TO INDICATE HOW THE OFFICER COMPARES WITH ALL…
  • p. 555 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? X…
  • p. 556 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND! X…
  • p. 557 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? X…
  • p. 558 …FOR EACH FACTOR OBSERVED CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX TO INDICATE HOW THE OFFICER COMPARES WITH ALL…
  • p. 560 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? 3. PERFORMANCE…
  • p. 561 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY How does this officer compare in: NOTE: ITEM (A3) TO BE…
  • p. 562 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X How does this officer compare…
  • p. 563 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? X…
  • p. 564 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? X…
  • p. 565 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? X…
  • p. 566 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X 2. ABILITY TO COMMAND? X…
  • p. 567 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY How does this officer compare in: NOTE: ITEM (A3) TO BE…
  • p. 568 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY 1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY? X How does this officer compare…
  • p. 569 …SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY How does this officer compare in: NOTE: ITEM (A3) TO BE…
  • p. 570 …ITEM (A) TO BE MARKED ONLY FOR OFFICERS ON SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY DURING THE…
  • p. 571 …ITEM (A) TO BE MARKED ONLY FOR OFFICERS ON SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY DURING THE…

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OFFICERS BEING REPORTED ON to fill out Sections 1 through 5. Sign three pages in the lower left hand corner. REPORTING OFFICER to fill out Sections 6 through 12. Sign all three pages in the lower right hand corner.

4. If Aviator, Indicate No. of Flight Hours Last Two years for Each Type Aircraft (List Most Recent Type First)	TYPE OF AIRCRAFT	Non-Aviator. TOTAL
NO. OF HOURS
5. MY PREFERENCE FOR NEXT DUTY IS:	SEA	KIND OF DUTY Photographic	LOCATION Pacific
SHORE	KIND OF DUTY Photographic	LOCATION West Coast.
6. SECTIONS 6 THROUGH 12 TO BE FILLED IN BY REPORTING OFFICER NAME OF REPORTING OFFICER RANK FILE NO. OFFICIAL STATUS RELATIVE TO OFFICER REPORTED ON L. M. GRANT RADM USN 34644 Commanding Officer.
IS THIS OFFICER QUALIFIED TO PERFORM ALL HIS PRESENT DUTIES? YES NO INDICATE MORE RESPONSIBLE DUTIES FOR WHICH HE IS IN TRAINING. (If none, so state) DATE OF EXPECTED QUALIFICATION None

7. FOR EACH FACTOR OBSERVED CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX TO INDICATE HOW THE OFFICER COMPARES WITH ALL OTHERS OF THE SAME RANK, CLASSIFICATION AND CORPS WHOSE PROFESSIONAL ABILITIES ARE KNOWN TO YOU PERSONALLY. DO NOT LIMIT THIS COMPARISON ONLY TO THE OTHERS NOW UNDER YOUR COMMAND. DO NOT HESITATE TO MARK "NOT OBSERVED" ON ANY QUALITY WHEN APPROPRIATE. NO ENTRY WHICH IS MADE IN THIS SECTION WILL BE CONSIDERED AN UNSATISFACTORY REPORT WHICH MUST BE REFERRED TO THE OFFICER FOR STATEMENT. ONLY ENTRIES DESIGNATED IN SECTIONS 8, 9, 11 AND 12 WILL BE SO CONSIDERED.

RATING FACTORS	Not Observed	Within Bottom 10%	Within Next 20%	Within Middle 40%	Within Next Top 20%	Within Top 10%
A. SEA OR ADVANCE BASE DUTY
How does this officer compare in:
NOTE: ITEM (AS) TO BE MARKED FOR ALL OFFICERS.	1. STANDING DECK WATCHES UNDERWAY?	X
2. ABILITY TO COMMAND?	X
3. PERFORMANCE IN PRESENT DUTIES AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 2, ABOVE? X
4. REACTIONS DURING EMERGENCIES?	X
5. PERFORMANCE AT BATTLE STATION OR IN BATTLE DUTIES?	X
B. INITIATIVE AND RESPONSIBILITY
How well does this officer:	1. ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY WHEN SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS ARE LACKING? X
2. GIVE FRANK OPINIONS WHEN ASKED OR VOLUNTEER THEM WHEN NECESSARY TO AVOID MISTAKES? X
3. FOLLOW THROUGH DESPITE OBSTACLES IN CARRYING OUT RESPONSIBILITIES ASSIGNED OR ASSUMED? X
C. UNDERSTANDING AND SKILL
How well does this officer:	1. UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN, AND USE SUGGESTIONS OFFERED? X
2. EXERCISE JUDGMENT? X
3. RATE IN TECHNICAL COMPETENCE IN HIS SPECIALTY, IF ANY? (Name Specialty) X
D. LEADERSHIP
How well does this officer:	1. INSPIRE SUBORDINATES TO WORK TO THE MAXIMUM OF THEIR CAPACITY? X
2. EFFECTIVELY DELEGATE TASKS AND AUTHORITY? X
3. TRANSMIT ORDERS, INSTRUCTIONS, AND PLANS? X
4. ORGANIZE HIS WORK AND THAT OF THOSE UNDER HIS COMMAND OR SUPERVISION? X
5. MAINTAIN DISCIPLINE AMONG THOSE UNDER HIS COMMAND OR DIRECTION? X
E. CONDUCT AND WORK HABITS
How does this officer compare in:	1. ABILITY TO WORK WITH OTHERS? X
2. ABILITY TO ADAPT TO CHANGING NEEDS AND CONDITIONS? X
3. MILITARY CONDUCT—BEARING, DRESS, COURTESY, ETC. X
8. INDICATE YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD HAVING THIS OFFICER UNDER YOUR COMMAND, WOULD YOU:
(Check one)
DEFINITELY NOT WANT HIM? (UNSATISFACTORY)
PREFER NOT TO HAVE HIM? (UNSATISFACTORY)
BE SATISFIED TO HAVE HIM?
BE PLEASED TO HAVE HIM?
PARTICULARLY DESIRE HIM?
9a. Considering All Officers of the Same Rank, Classification and Corps, Whose Professional Abilities Are Known to You Personally, Would You Promote Him:
(Check one)
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES? (Unsatisfactory)
IF 90% WERE TO BE PROMOTED?
IF 70% WERE TO BE PROMOTED?
IF 80% WERE TO BE PROMOTED?
IF ONLY 10% WERE TO BE PROMOTED?

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Official release, from the pursue collection. The PDF is mirrored here; the original link is above. The text was read from the page images by GLM-OCR; expect the odd misread word. 585 pages are in the text index: search them above, or from the library's search.