Station HYPO

From the Shore Fire Management Report on the fire:

24 September 1965 – Security Communications Facility, 11 enlisted men, 1 officer died – $1,307,800 property loss. At 0235, smoke was noted in operations area by watchstander. A search for the source of the fire revealed fire in combustible undivided 1st floor concealed space. Smoke quickly spread as Fire Department was called and occupants attempted to fight the fire. Two 500-gpm pumpers responded manned by military and Japanese Nationals. Realizing the seriousness of the fire outside aid was called.

Five Marines, William Kiser, Paul Kugler, William Thomson, Ogden Wilson, and Winnett Robinson were trained in Kata Kana at the Navy Intercept Station in Shanghai in 1927.  On September 20, 1927, these five new intercept operators departed Shanghai en route to Peiping.  In October of 1927, CRM Dorman Chauncey arrived in Peiping.  Under the leadership of CRM Chauncey, the station was established. 

Man has always felt that he was in control. He has felt confident that he can control the elements and has conquered nature. Yet time after time nature has proven him wrong. It is said that “Eternal vigilance is the price of Freedom”. It can also be said that Eternal vigilance is the price of safety – be it in your homes, on the roads, or in the workplace.

September 19^, 1983 – January 17, 2012

Congratulations to all selected (IW officers are highlighted) Message follows: