McFarlane, R. W. Honolulu, Hawaii 13 
1953 
June 17 
Plane to Honolulu had to lay-over at Wake for engine repairs. Were 
two hours late leaving 0700 . 
Crossed International Date Line, 
June l6 
Arrived Honolulu 134-0. Had to check through immigration and customs. 
Went to Skylane Inn. Trevor and Marshall arrived shortly after midnight. 
Trevor-s luggage had been lost by United. 
Our orders for Midway do not stipulate a particular flight. Called 
Army ATCO at Hickum. We have not been booked on J25 for tomorrow. Have 
decided to wait here a day or two to find the missing luggage or get 
replacements. 
June 17 
Called Maryanna this morning. Told her of my decision to remain here. 
Discussed numerous other things. 
Went out to Army ATCO. They knew nothing of impending bird shipment. 
Gave them necessary information. 
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Checked J25. Booked solid. Could not have left if we wanted to. 
June 18 
Called Lt. Kuntz, Dist. Trans. Off., about WY flight. She passed the 
buck to Major Smith, Pier 39- I then went out to Hickum Army ATCO, gave 
M/Sgt. Evans our orders, Maj. Smith called Kuntz. Finally get permission 
to fly WV. 
June 19 
