Literary Corner

The USS Indianapolis: Chapter 4

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Phinneas (Finn) Posten, Staff Writer

April 7, 2025

Miss Taylor Young

Chapter Four

Preparing to leave the Northern Mariana Islands

The USS Indianapolis

July 26, 1945

15:50 hours (3:50pm)

Tom and Steve and the rest of the crew of the USS Indianapolis waved their hands at the island of Tinian, as they were about to begin departure. Very few returned the crew’s waves, but that’s because they didn’t know what was going to happen in less than four days’ time. And it was going to be brutal.

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Phinneas (Finn) Posten, Staff Writer

Why did you decide to join Newspaper Club? Because I like to write. What’s a fun fact about yourself? I am 130 pounds. What’s your favorite book? Jaws by Peter Benchley. What’s your favorite thing to write about? Books and tutorials.

Miss Taylor Young, Club Adviser

Why did you decide to join Newspaper Club? I joined, because my wonderful students asked me to help start this club! What’s a fun fact about yourself? I love type II fun, coffee, and poetry! Running, cycling, swimming, and hiking are some of my favorites. What’s your favorite book? I love anything by Mary Oliver, Ada Limón, and Joy Harjo! What’s your favorite thing to write about? I love to write poetry, reflections about life, teaching and learning, noticings of the world, and informational pieces.