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Robert B. Smith of Farmington was with the U.S. Navy during
World War II, attaining a rank of Quartermaster, 3rd class.
He served in the Shipping Control Office, forward area, in Enivetok and
Guam.
"In December, 1945, my tour of overseas duty was over. All I wanted to do was to go home on leave as soon
as possible," Smith began.
"I caught a ride on a slow merchant ship to San Diego. The next step was to find a way to St. Louis. It was just before the Christmas Holidays and
transportation from the west coast was full. I
happened to see a notice on a bulletin board about someone wanting riders to Oklahoma
City. I got in touch with the sailor and made
arrangements.
"There were six of us sailors in a Chevy Coupe built for
five. We didn't stop except for gas, food and the bathroom.
We made it to Oklahoma City where I caught a bus for St. Louis. There, I caught a bus for Farmington. I got a cab to the gate that leads to home. From that gate, I ran all the way down the hill and
noticed a lot of cars at our house.
"It was Christmas Day and all the kin folks were at our house and just ready to sit down to a big Christmas dinner. They were surprised and happy to see me. I remember this Christmas as one of the best in my life."
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