Gaskell served in the 407th U.S. Infantry Regiment during World War II. He received the citation "for gallantry in action against the enemy in Germany on 23 and 24 February 1945." A description of his actions is included.
Eight American veteran organizations jointly presented this resolution of appreciation to Boykin because of his work on the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
This certificate appoints Boykin as "Admiral in the Great Navy of the State of Nebraska," an humorous, honorary title given by the governor to individuals who promote the welfare of the state.
This humorous certificate makes Boykin an honorary admiral in the naval section of the Sumter Guards, a remnant of the nineteenth-century military unit from South Carolina.
The certificate is a receipt for a contribution the paper made to the Committee: "...if the people would rule their own country they must pay the expenses of electing their own public servants. Millions of dollars from trusts and special interests...
According to the certificate, Tingle "has satisfactorily completed the prescribed course of study at the Naval Training School (Radar Operators) Point Loma, San Diego, Calif. with the mark of 77."