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BOXING THE COMPASS
THE CHIEF QUARTERMASTER TELLS THE NEW SEAMAN "TO BOX
IN THE COMPASS." THE SEAMAN RUNS AROUND TRYING TO
FIND A BOX TO PUT AROUND THE COMPASS. "BOXING"
THE COMPASS MEANS ADJUSTING IT.
Where learned: MICHIGAN ; HAZEL PARK
| Subject headings: | CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Entertainment Diversion |
Date learned: NOT GIVEN