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Imagine the congested air corridor between the great cities of the world. Hundreds of aircraft.

Scores of ships. An army of vehicles. And such false target reflections as stationary land return, noise and clutter. Add electronic countermeasures and -you have a ' routine surveillance en-vironment for the E-2C Hawkeye.

Because of its new APS-125 Advanced Radar Processing System, the E-2C can automatically track hundreds of targets against any background, land or sea. Its detection range of up to 250 miles and from the surface to 100,000 feet extends warning and reaction time to 30 minutes. Time for the E-2C to direct many fighters

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"We have met the enemy and they are ours."

- Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry Lake Erie, Sept. 10, 18B Oliver Perry was a mere pup of 11 when he went to sea. Sixteen years later, he built a fleet of ships from gourd-green wood suitable to challenge the British in the War of 1812. The next year, as an old salt of 28, he assumed command of the vitally important American forces on Lake Erie.

Since Detroit had fallen to the British, control of Lake Erie was crucial to America. And Perry was bullheadedly determined to give America what it needed.

The waters were becalmed when Perry's fleet set out to meet the enemy Sweating, straining oxen and raw recruits struggled to pull the supply ships alongshore. But by the time they sighted the white British sails, the wind had picked up and Perry and his men were ready to fight.

"Hoist tile flag!" Perry ordered. His men cheered wildly as they read the immortal last words of Captain James Lawrence emblazoned on the ships bright blue flag: Don't give up the ship! They didn't intend to.

When the smoke cleared that day the British were beaten. Ship after ship fell to the fierce American frontiersmen and their seasoned leader "Before the sun set," wrote one buckskinned sailor, "many a brave tar on both sides was doomed to a watery grave."

At day's end, a weary but proud Commodore Perry sent this triumphant dispatch to Ceneral William Henry Harrison: "We have met the enemy and they are ours."

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Shipmate ISSN 0488-6720 (USPS 494-440) Executive Director W. S. B U S I K , '43 Captain, U . S. Navy (Retired)

July-August, 1981

Volume 44, Number 6, FEATURES The Ring

by Capt. Dwight A. Lave USN (Ret.) Board of Trustees Meeting

Executive Secretary BARRIE ISLEV-PETERSEN

Treasurer and Director of Alumni J A M E S D. O L I V E R , '43 Captain, U . S . N a v y (Retired)

Services

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NAFAC '81

by Prof. Emeritus Rocco A. Paone Ph.D. Everybody Works But John Paul Jones

by Mame Warren and Marion E. Warren

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Mine Warfare Needs You

by RAdm. Charles F. Home III USN

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Uncle Jack's Vesuvius

by Cdr. Edwin J. Quinby USN (Ret.)

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Lost in the Sargasso Sea

by MGen. Perry B. Griffith USAF (Ret.)

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Rank, Highest in the U. S.

by LCol. Philip S. Gage, Jr. USA (Ret.)

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The Military-Civilian Faculty: 1960-1981 (Part IV)

by Prof. John D. Yarbro Commissioning Week 1981

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DEPARTMENTS Contributors' Biographies 4 Sea Breezes 5 The Mail Boat 6 All Hands 12 Officers and Trustees 28 Lucky Bag of Books 31 Capitol Hill 32

A Few Inches from the Yard 38 Navy Sports 43 Gift List and Order Form 47 Class News 48 Chapter News 100 Last Call 103 Classified Services 110

COVER A montage of postcards of the Naval Academy just after the turn of the century, done for Shipmate by Mame and Marion E. Warren, photographers of Annapolis. See the Warrens' photographic spread on the Academy of those days on pages 16 and 17.

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Contributors' Biographies REAR ADMIRAL CHARLES F. HORNE III USN Chuck Home '52, son of a flag officer alumnus, served in a carrier, destroyer and repair ship before teaching at NROTC California and attending the PG School. More destroyers and a tour in BuPers preceded attendance at the Industrial College, where he also earned an MBA from George Washington. He then commanded five divisions of SWIFT boats in Vietnam and the destroyer ROBINSON offshore, served in DoD Intelligence and in OpNav. He commanded USS PuGET SOUND, DesRon 22 and DesRon 10 before promotion to flag rank and present assignment as Commander Mine Warfare Command.

COMMANDER EDWIN J. QUINBY USN (RET.) Jay Quinby was a seagoing Marconi operator absorbed into the USN during Wodd War 1, in a tanker servicing SCs in the North Atlantic.

Post-war, he joined the infant RCA, to whom he later assigned a dozen U.S. and foreign patents. At the beginning of World War II he was recalled and commissioned ensign, assigned to Key West to help establish the new Fleet Sonar School. As a sonar instructor ashore and afloat, he was involved with the operational development of new electronic gear, ending as O-in-C Naval Ordnance Unit Key West.

After the war he became Director of Research for Monroe Calculating Machine Co. to develop new electronic computers.

MAJOR GENERAL PERRY B. GRIFFITH USAF (RET.) Perry is a '34 West Point graduate who shifted to the Air Corps when the horse cavalry went out of style in 1940. At the Cavalry School he won the All-Around Equestrian Championship and the School Pentathlon Championship, having previously won the California Hunter Championship. He writes for several magazines, is Associate Editor of Horse and Horseman, and his book, From Corral to Championship, is highly acclaimed for its instructional guidance in international-style riding. A pilot with over 9,000 hours, he still flies a light plane whenever he can find the time.

LIEUTENANT COLONEL PHILIP S. GAGE, JR. USA (RET.) Phil Gage was graduated from West Point in 1936 and has been the Class Secretary and new columnist for Assembly, the West Point Association of Graduates' equivalent of Shipmate. He served in the infantry for nine years, ending in the 101st Airborne Division in France with wounds that caused physical disability retirement in 1945. He spent the next 27 years in the insurance business before retiring on his own. He is currently compiling an editorialized and polemic history of the wodd with focus on the United States.

PAUL R. SCHRATZ '39, Ph.D. Following a distinguished career in submarines and in policy planning in Washington, Paul retired as Captain USN to become Director of International Studies at the University of Missouri. Later he served on the White HouseCongressional Commission on Foreign Policy, as a guest scholar at the Brookings Institution and a professor at Georgetown University. He has been a faculty member on the Naval, Air and National War Colleges, and was the first naval officer to be awarded a Mershon doctoral fellowship at Ohio State and a Wilton Park Fellowship from the British Foreign Office.

JOHN F. SLINKMAN John was the first Editor of Navy Times, serving from 1951 through 1974 and earning the Navy's Distinguished Public Service Award on retirement. Subsequently he edited The Officer, published by the Reserve Officers Association, for several years and continues to contribute editorial and special articles to both publications. He has long been a respected member of the Washington Naval and Maritime Correspondents Circle.

THOMAS F. BATES A 1960 graduate of Notre Dame, Tom Bates became Director of Public and Sports Information at Gannon College in Erie, Pa., in 1961, and also was publicity assistant for the All-American Bowl Football game at Buffalo in 1962-63. In 1967 he was appointed Director of Sports Information at Lafayette College, where his publications won honors for editorial excellence and his peers rewarded him with high offices in their professional associations. He joined Navy's staff in September 1973.

PROFESSOR JOHN D. YARBRO Professor Yarbro joined the USNA faculty (Languages) in 1944 and has been Senior Professor, Department Chairman, and Chairman, Civilian Faculty Affairs Committee. He is manager of the Olmsted Scholars program and of the Cox Fund programs for midshipman summer study abroad. An honors graduate of Kentucky, he received the M.A. from Columbia and did further graduate work at Columbia, Middlebury, the Sorbonne and other European universities. He began his teaching career at the Lyc^e in Rennes, France. He belongs to Phi Beta Kappa, the Modem Language Association and other professional groups.

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Life at Sea V: Moral Leadership One of the hoary traditions of the sea is the responsibility of the captain for the moral welfare of the coihmand. His personal code of conduct establishes standards for behavior by both officers and men and heavily influences acceptance within the command. Intentionally or not, personal habits in dress, bearing, language and behavior of the leader set the tone for subordinates, the men probably more than the officers.

Military men and women are highly imitative. A smart looking division officer greatly eases his problems by his own work attitude. A sloppy division officer or department head can generally expect a sloppy division. Our Navy enlisted can rarely be conned; they are unusually quick to see through a phony. A subordinate officer out of step with the command will be ignored or bypassed.

To a large extent the personality of the command is the personality of the commander.

In our continuing saga of Captain Dusty and his shipmates, some of Dusty's closest friends, I must confess, did not always see him as a paragon of virtue. An honorable man and a moral man, yes, but when regulations sometimes got in the way of common sense they were Hkely to get bruised. A super activist, modest and self-effacing. Dusty was keen of wit and shrewd judge of character. Quick tempered and quicker to forgive, he was frequently in hot water and life was never dull. We believed as an article of faith that if what we were doing wasn't fun we weren't doing it right. A natural leader in the Horatio Nelson image. Dusty was deeply interested in his men and they in him. It made for a fascinating life and we relished every minute of it. I think we made a great team.

The USS had a good crew, with a normal share of misfits and problem children. We were the dumping ground for a number of hardened veterans of the naval prison system "paroled" into our custody. Submarine skippers have always had the right to disqualify any man they deem psychologically unfit for submarine duty. These men, highly skilled despite their problems, represent a valuable training resource and go, generally, direct to the submarine tender. The problem for the tender is to motivate Shipmate, July-August 1981

these men, already disenchanted with submarine duty, to continue to perform in their specialty despite loss of their "dolphins"—and their submarine pay. It is no easy job to motivate a psychological cripple to continue his job despite a severe pay cut. An instant morale problem, only careful handling will make them produce. Here Dusty was at his best and enjoyed great success.

Most men quickly found a place on the team. They gained a sense of accomplishment in doing an important job and outdid themselves in performance. If the occasional oddball didn't learn to love him like the rest, he soon learned the consequences of goofing off. He stayed out of trouble and the result was a serene and happy ship.

In setting policy, the Captain was clear and concise in telling what he wanted.

The Exec was expected to take the ball and run with it. Dusty didn't say how, when or what to do and didn't keep checking on details. Department Heads laid out the work; division officers and leading petty officers, the heart of the Navy, had real responsibility and justly took pride in a job well done. Hardly new in theory, his system is rare enough in practice to merit special mention.

Dusty wasn't keen on the assignment of collateral duties. Sure, we had a voting officer, a Red Cross officer, a bond officer and all the rest. But we certainly didn't have a Human Affairs Council nor minority affairs officers. These were morale functions and hence a primary responsibility of command, not to be submerged in boards and committees.

Collateral duties were merely sources of special information. They were no more in the chain of command than the ship's hbrary. When a man had a problem he was expected to go to his division officer, not to the specialist. He needed a sympathetic ear more than technical details on getting married or unmarried, a loan, or removing a tattoo. The factual information was much less important than the display of concern for his welfare.

Men with personal difficulties were encouraged to share their problems. Even the closesness of a large ship can be a lonesome place at times. Men needing counselling were not sloughed off to the Chaplain. The division officer and department head shared responsibilities

with the Chaplain, each from his own perspective. Men who got into trouble aboard through immaturity or antisocial behavior received the fullest assistance.

Dusty's soft heart, concealed behind a stern exterior, frequently found forgiveness where experience urged caution.

The interests of the individual generally took priority over the immediate needs of the ship. Against better judgment we went out on a limb for a number of special cases. I would like to report that each of these problem children, given another chance, saw the light and reformed his ways. Unfortunately it was not so. Many or most fell into their old habits. They let us down, proving if nothing else that they were immature and in need of help. But the missionary spirit is contagious. Old timers, inspired by the command example, quickly began to exert their own considerable talents in character building to great effect. They had other advantages. If a man needed an old fashioned trip to the woodshed, they were much less inhibited in finding a suitable remedy to speed the growingup process. The individual, the ship and the Navy all benefited.

People may claim that success in achieving high standards of performance was easier in the palmy days before the drug and hippie era. True, I am sure, but Captain Dusty's techniques would work in any age, any culture. One particular case was a young recruit with a horrible background—father unknown, school dropout, a trouble maker who had been certified a delinquent in his native Arkansas before mid-teens. He enlisted fraudulently and came to us to be made into a man. He was a bright lad, however, and we gave him all the help we could.

For the first time in his life he found somebody interested in him as a person.

He responded splendidly. Unfortunately, the Bureau discovered the fraudulent enlistment and ordered him discharged, over our eloquent objections. Under the circumstances the man's effects had to be searched before leaving the ship. In his possession was a photo of the ship.

Although technically required to surrender it, we thought otherwise. Dusty auto graphed it as a farewell remembrance.

His discharge may have been the final Concluded on page 7

The Mail Boat An Alternative for the MX Shipmate: The enclosed was brought to mind by the April Shipmate's article on "Sea-Basing the MX." Since the idea presented by Admiral McWhinnie is similar, it occurred to me that Shipmate would be interested. As you well know, one never loses the love of the naval service and the Academy. The hope of making a contribution is never lost.

E. P. Mills '26 The enclosed clipping was this letter from RAdm. C. J. McWhinnie USN (Ret.) '22 published on 30 December 1980 in the Denver Post: "Consideration is being given to installment of MX missiles in an underground trench system in Utah and Nevada . . . mounted on rail cars so they could be moved around to odd places at irregular intervals to deceive any possible enemy.

"I wonder if it would not be less costly and more effective to mount these missiles on barges and anchor them in the Great Lakes. (They) could be towed to different locations at irregular times.

Some barges could be decoys. Instead of barges, perhaps the hulls of mothballed ships could be used to mount the missiles.

"It would not be necessary to restore the main propulsion system of the old hulls. The hulls or barges could be equipped with a diesel generating system for power and lights.

"Deployment of the missiles in the Great Lakes would provide a much wider range than a trench system on land, unless we build trenches several hundreds of miles long."

Psychological Warfare 1926 Shipmate: Here is an interesting letter from Benny Friedman, that great Michigan quarterback, about the 1926 Michigan-Navy game. I had sent him a copy of the September 1978 article in Shipmate on Navy's psychological campaign to beat Michigan in that great game. His comments are indicative of the sportsman he was and still is.

"Thank you so much for sending me the story of the 1926 Michigan-Navy game.

"First, I well remember Harvey Emery as a fine person and a good coach. Second, I have very painful mem-

ories of Wickhorse and Eddy. Those two devils teed off on me all afternoon.

Third, it is true that I had Oosterbaan back to pass once and after the same two teed on him, he wanted no part of passing.

"Being quartered at the Academy and meeting President Coolidge in Washington was the only mistake that Yost ever made. I never knew it was Harvey who suggested our staying at the Academy. It is true that the cadets pulled psychology on us that kept us from being 'up' for the game. Three times in the first half I called trick plays that worked, but no one went down to knock down the safety man and so we only got about 18 yards instead of a touchdown. At the end of the half, with the score 0-0, the Navy boys realized we were human and beat the hell out of us.

"I might tell you that years later I met Tom Hamilton and a number of his gang at the Officer's Club in Pearl Harbor.

There was a Marine colonel with them, also of that Navy Class of '27. He started to tell me that Navy had learned more football in the '25 game (Ed. note —A disaster, Michigan 54-0 at Ann Arbor) than they could ever believe. I reached across the table and thanked him, saying that he was the only Navy man who remembered that game—the others bypassed it and talked about '26.

Tom said, 'Now you know why we put him in the Marines.' " Mitch Matthews '27 The PBYs Shipmate: I thought the article about PBYs by Rear Admiral A. B. Scoles in your March issue was a dandy. He was most generous in his evaluation of the efforts of others, and he applied a technical fine-tune that no one else has suppHed. I, for one, had no idea that you could get that much endurance out of those dear old pelicans. It is pioneers with the courage of their convictions, like Scoles, who have kept our American technology in the ascendancy.

Murray Hanson '33 Permissible Dual Employment Shipmate: Joe Taussig's "Post Retirement Employment" discussion relfects both sound legal advice and a labor of

love. However, one added point needs to be made.

It is not always necessary to make a legal issue out of a dual employment case; a great many retirees deprive themselves of an exemption from the dual employment laws by not taking advantage of administrative procedures available under Civil Service regulations.

Any retired military officer who desires Civil Service employment can be exempted from the dual compensation laws—can draw his full retirement in addition to his Civil Service salary—under two conditions. First, he must establish that there is a special or emergency employment need for his services which cannot otherwise be readily met. Second, he must estabhsh this need before he accepts employment. Interpretation of the first requirement has been quite liberal. For a GS-14 or below, I understand that such a determination can be made locally; for a GS-15 or higher, it must be referred to a board within the Civil Service Commission in Washington.

If a military background is at all important for the position sought, it should not be too difficult to establish either the special employment condition or its emergency nature. It is then vital to withhold acceptance of the employment until the determination has been made.

Otherwise one finds himself in a "Catch 22" position—the emergency need for his services no longer exists because the position has been filled—by the hopeful applicant.

Paul Schratz '39

A Correction Shipmate: In the May issue under "All Hands," Midshipman Arango is listed for temporary assignment to the Center for Naval Analysis (sic) following graduation. I take this opportunity to correct the spelling (CNA is the Center for Naval Analyses) and to modify the duty station. Ensign Arango will be assigned for temporary duty with the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Operations Study Group, Center for Naval Analyses.

As the senior naval representative, responsible to the Director, Systems Analysis Division (Op-96) for military matters and to the President CNA for management and professional matters, I provide Shipmate, July-August 1981

a somewhat unique link in the special relationship the Navy has with its FCRC (Federal Contract Research Center).

We fully expect to achieve all three of our mission objective with Ensign Arango, who will be joined by four of his classmates: Ensigns J. A. Sneveli, and Mark Bradley (8th Co.), John Hetrick (12th Co.) and Peter Karcz (32nd Co.).

Bradley and Sneveli are waiting further assignment to flight training while the other two are nuclear power selectees.

Our program to provide practical experience in applied logic and related disciplines has been extended to USNA graduates, USNPGS experienced officers and selected Naval Reserve officers. We feel that all three parties benefit: the individual, CNA and the Navy.

R. V. Buck '58 Shipmate hopes to have more details on the objectives and operations of CNA in an early issue.

The Most Unusual High School Record Shipmate: Please permit one more entry in die high school sweepstakes— Rangerville High School of Rangerville, Texas, just has to be the winner.

The i934 graduation class had onethird of its graduates eirter the Naval Academy with the Class of 1942. Perhaps, if women had been eUgible at that time, I could have persuaded the other two members of the class to apply and we would have been 100%.

William A. (Bill) Morgan '42 Lest some should wonder about the four years between high school and the USNA, Bill took another year at San Benito to complete an 11 th grade (Rangerville only going through 10). spent a year farming, and then joined the Navy for two years before selection for the Academy. He says that the happiness of that first year of farming led him to his present (third) career as a California farmerl rancher.

The Press, Ever Accurate Shipmate: My wife recently found among some old pictures a section of the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin dated in September 1909. One small item may be of interest to readers of Shipmate: "To the Editor of the Evening Bulletin Sir: Accounts have been circulated by several large newspapers that five midshipmen have been dismissed from the Navy for inefficiency. Among the list, my name appears. This is entirely false, and is the result of nothing but incorrect information. As I am a Philadelphian, and this news is most likely to reach that city, I am writing to ask you if Shipmate, July-August 1981

you will kindly publish in your paper an article refuting the statement that we have been dismissed or even requested to resign."

The letter was signed by Louis E. Fagan. Midshipman, U.S. Navy.

H. W. Blakeslee '25 Who's in Command?

Appreciation Shipmate: A big thanks to you and your colleagues for helping us with June Week West '81. The Shipmate article was fine; many have read it and asked for reservation forms. The name tags and gift items arrived in good shape and all is going well.

Jack Branson '50, Chairman

Shipmate: It was Saturday afternoon in the USS NEW MEXICO, flagship of the

Pacific Fleet, anchored off Long Beach.

Two days before the First Lieutenant had been suddenly transferred to the hospital and the Captain had made me First Lieutenant and Head of Department. Today the Captain, the Exec and the other department heads were all ashore—all except Admiral Hugh Rodman, Commander-in-Chief.

I was in my stateroom when six bells on the boat bell system announced that the Admiral was going ashore. I buttoned up and quick-timed up to the quarterdeck. The OOD informed me that the Admiral was leaving in civilian clothes, which required no honors other than the presence of the CO and OOD. The Admiral's barge was alongside the gangway, everything ready and shipshape. And there was I, a big shot. Captain of the Fleet Flagship, and all before my time.

Admiral Rodman knew me and my nick-name "Hoke," for I had been an ensign in the NEW YORK when he was her skipper. A feeling of contentment and pride pervaded me. Would he notice who was the Captain as he left?

A few minutes later Admiral Rodman emerged from the after hatch leading from his quarters, walked the hundred feet to the gangway, looking neither to the right nor the left but scowling, saluted the colors and went over the side.

At three steps down he stopped, turned, came back to the upper platform and asked in a stern voice, "Who is the commanding officer of this ship?"

There I was, standing erect alongside the OOD with my arm and hand at salute. What was wrong? My very first time as head of department; what was at fault? My heart fell completely out of place, split in two, and ran down my legs and out through my shoes. Finally, I blurted out, "I am, sir."

Admiral Rodman bore down on me and whispered into my ear, "Say, Hoke, this is a hell of a lot more fun than selling newspapers on the comer, don't you think?"

Allen E. Smith '15

Dedication Shipmate: I recently received a longhand letter from VAdm. Cari A. H. Trost USN '53, Commander Seventh Fleet. The last paragraph was so well written that I would like to share it with the readers of Shipmate.

"I'm currently enjoying the challenge and the satisfaction of commander of the worid's finest fleet. We're kept busy, but it's reassuring to feel that this part of the world would be even more unstable and troubled were it not for the efforts of a lot of dedicated Navy men who give up some of their freedom so that others can remain free."

Ralph A. Sentman '25 U/

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straw to drive him beyond redemption. I often wondered how much one photograph could counteract.

Captain Dusty saw military service as one of the few institutions in America devoted primarily to the molding of men.

The Navy doesn't try to show a profit to the taxpayers, merely to carry out its responsibilities in protecting the national interest. Man is the most important element in that mission. Leaders in the armed services, far more than in industry, share a sense of responsibility in training subordinates. Too often, however, the "system" makes our people leaders of machines rather than leaders of men. We are technicians in an age that worships technology. Not Dusty. He was people oriented and got the job done by instilling in both officers and men their role as a team. They got the job done and had a helluva lot of fun and excitement doing it. They knew he was behind them and their blind loyalty to him was something to behold. Proud of their ship, their pride was reflected in everything they touched. Morale was not only sky-high; he set new standards for its measurement. ^ Editor's Note: The saga of Captain Dusty will conclude next month with the change of command.

The Ring Captain Dwight A. Lane USN (Ret.)

When I was a Midshipman, I suppose I considered Bailey Banks & Biddle as much a part of the Naval Academy and of the Navy as I did Jacob Reed (uniforms), Joseph Schiff (Lucky Bag portraits), and Babcock and Wilcox (boilers). So it was only natural as our 35th wedding anniversary approached that my mind turned to Bailey Banks & Biddle for help in salvaging the remnants of Peggy's 36-year-old miniature.

Long ago, when I stood in line in Memorial Hall to place my order for a miniature class ring, unable to raise the cash for the traditional diamond, I'd had to settle for a lowly black onyx. That black beauty was supposed to have been only temporary—until an ensign's pay could buy a diamond.

But the onyx soon became a permanent part of our scene, and thoughts of upgrading were pushed aside for the more critical demands: car, rent, children. In later years the class crest on the side of the ring wore slowly away to a polished smoothness. But our active lives took a much earlier toll on the onyx. Did that big ship come out of the middle when Peggy was trying to repair the generator on our old '37 Ford, stalled in Brooklyn? Or when she was moving a cruise box in Norfolk?

By the time we'd actually grown fond of that black stone, when it had developed real character with all those chips and scratches, it just disappeared. I think it was one of my car pool members (this was during flight training, when all of us were living in Navy Point housing) who suggested a "temporary" solution to the problem: a toothbrush handle.

Most people would fail to see any relationship between a miniature ring and a toothbrush handle, but for those broke and desperate Navy men who've spent hours carving a genuine gem from a "Dr. West," it will sound familiar. What a marvelous selection they offer—ruby, amethyst, garnet! Just find a toothbrush of the chosen color. And later, if your gal should dre of a red stone, pop it out and carve a blue one. True connoisseurs, it should be noted, use translucent handles only. Dull, opaque ones lack the same class.

How long we relied on those exodc bits of plastic, I can't remember. But I do remember the big splurge in the jewelry shop in Yokosuka, where ESSEX was tied up. It was here that I bought for an astoundingly reasonable price, what my 8

smiUng salesgiri avouched was a "real, high quality aquamarine." You sure could get a bargain in Japan!

Years later, after the aquamarine had begun to wobble in the ring, I spent an agonizing hour sifUng through our vacuum cleaner bag before I found it. Blessing my luck, ring and stone in hand, I went to our local jeweler, who agreed to do a repair job—and promptly cracked the stone. "One of those things that happen," he told me cheerfully. "Naturally, we'll replace it for you. Won't cost much, anyway—since it's only a synthetic."

Synthetic? My "real, high quality" Japanese aquamarine? Impossible! But a second, then a third jeweler confirmed that infuriating fact.

Whether I was angrier at having been duped by a winsome little Japanese or happier that it wasn't an expensive stone which now lay split in two, I'm not sure.

In any case, I was long out of the mood to tackle the toothbrush handle routine. It was then that Bailey Banks & Biddle came suddenly to mind: "When in trouble, go to the professionals."

From California, I contacted their shop in Philadelphia. "Can you get me a genuine aquamarine that exactly matches the color of my old synthetic?" I asked the jeweler.

"No problem, sir; but your wife's ring will probably need a new bezel—the part on top that reads United States Naval Academy—to hold the stone in place."

Ouch! Gold at $540 an ounce! But I pressed on. "Can you flesh out the band a bit? After 36 years, it's thin as a wire."

"No problem." (Again, more of that gold.)

During several more exchanges we discussed delivery date (the ring must arrive in time for our wedding anniversary on 7 June), the inscription to be engraved inside the ring (I wonder what the original message was in 1944?), and which NA class this ring represented (could the class crest really be so worn that he couldn't identify it?). By then Charies Rush of BB&B and I were almost on a first-name basis.

So it wasn't too surprising to receive a long-distance call from him one morning suggesting that he could provide me with a brand new Class of '46 miniature for only a litde more than the cost of refurbishing the old ring. But it didn't take long to answer that one. Peggy's old and now-smooth miniature had developed a character and history of its own. No

thanks, Chariie, just send back the patched-up old one. That'll suit us fine.

With the 7th of June fast approaching, I began to watch anxiously for the little package from BB&B. On the 4th, when I'd almost given up hope, it arrived. The day of our 35th anniversary, Peggy was dutifully surprised. Although the ring had been missing from her jewelry box for several months, she'd never let on that she knew—even with that flood of letters from BB&B. The new aquamarine looks almost as good as the old synthetic and a lot better than the toothbrush handles—even the ruby one. We still haven't achieved the promised diamond. Maybe for our fiftieth?

Dwight Lane '46 served in DENVER, and PRINCETON. Aviation duty involved tours with photo-mapping and ASW patrol squadrons. Shore duty as an intelligence and photographic specialist included several tours in Washington, assignments with the Navy in Berlin and the USAF in Wiesbaden, Germany. He completed his career as Defense Attache in New Zealand. After retirement, he and his wife formed Lane Associates, a writing/editing/photography venture which has involved extensive travel during their investigative reporting projects. They are currently writing a book to be titled The Listener's Handbook.

ESSEX,

Dwight Lane

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Board of Trustees Spring Meeting The Board of Trustees met on 21 May in Rickover Hall at the Naval Academy.

Following opening remarks by the President on the state of the Association, the Executive Director announced results of the national election of officers and local elections of twelve chapter trustees, as hsted elsewhere in this issue.

The Executive Director's report contained some interesting highlights: Two major bequests from wills are in the process of final turnover to the Association. That of Marshall Cox "31, amounting to about $500,000. is directed by will to be used in support of the Naval Academy's foreign language training program to provide for study abroad.

That of George Schneider "21. about $400,000. will be held by the Association as a contingency fund. Initial payments of some $75,000 from that bequest have already been used to estabhsh a Maintenance and Improvement Fund for our properties.

The Superintendent has asked that the Alumni Association take over administration of the assests of the Naval Academy Memorial Fund. The plan is to put these assets, currently about $300,0()0, in the Putnam Income Fund along with our alumni Group Investment Program, which will reduce the load on the latter fi-om 4.5% to 29c.

Also the Superintendent has asked the Association to take over administration of the Parents Clubs, now numbering 17.

And the Superintendent has obtained SecNav clearance to assist the Association in a proposed capital fund campaign to finance an endowment and also constniction of a new multi-purpose facility on the seaward side of Halsey Field House above the existing parking lot.

The Board approved the concept of this project. Initial studies and analyses will begin in the near future.

The Group Life Insurance Program experienced unusually high claims last year but. with only a month to go. has had no claims this year and will recoup about half of last year"s claim payments, which amounted to $190,000.

In spite of the raise in annual dues this year, we show a net increase of about 100 members—as compared to a net loss of about 10% when we last raised the dues in 1972. As of 31 March, the end of the membership year, we had a total membership of 21.302 (7.476 Life and 13.826 Regular), with an additional 93 Associate and nine Honorary members.

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There are also 1,829 widows and nonalumnus subscribers to Shipmate.

The cost of Shipmate continues upward with steady increases in circulation and in the volume of class and chapter news, not to mention inflation. However, while the average net cost per copy, including advertising revenue, increased by 10.8% in the past year, the cost per page per copy, the measure of printing cost, increased by only 5.5%.

The new heating system and storm windows in Alumni House have produced great savings. The attic has been completely renovated to include a new mail room, a storeroom, and two additional office spaces. We now have room to expand the staff as the need arises.

Following reports by committee chairmen, the Board approved these items: national election results, local chapter trustees, the FY '82 operating budget of $1,037,604, the capital compaign, investment of new funds, and our special project for 1981—a mantel chime clock

by Bulova with the Naval Academy Chapel centered in the dial face.

The President of the Class of 1939, Capt. F. P. Anderson, presented to the President of the Class of 1981, Mid'n.

Dennis Sawyer, a gavel and block made from original wood of USS CONSTITUTION as a welcome into the Alumni Association and a well done on their first four years.

Luncheon at Alumni House included invited officers, faculty and midshipmen from the Academy, after which the Board reconvened for a briefing by the Superintendent. Admiral Lawrence has orders to command the Third Fleet, with detachment in August, and the Board approved a resolution in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedication during his three years as Superintendent.

It was announced that the 1981 winner of the Alumni Association's annual award as Outstanding Midshipman is Mid'n l/c Stuart W. Swetland, our first Rhodes Scholar since 1968.

The President thanked the outgoing officers and trustees for their services: VAdm. P. D. Stroop "26 (Past President, who will remain on the Board as local trustee for San Diego/Coronado); Mr. Owen F. Keeler, Jr. "43 (Vice President Central Area): Mr. John E. Benoit "49, Capt. Roland Brandquist "60, Capt. John D. Holland '58. and VAdm. William P. Mack "37 (Trustees-at-Large): and local

chapter trustees LGen. Henry W. Buse, Jr. '34 (Annapolis), Cdr. H. Knox Perrill '26 (Los Angeles), Mr. Richard Glickman '49 (New York), Mr. John W. Hamilton '68 (North Texas), Mr. Ira Kane '53 (Peninsula), Capt. Henry E. Surface '38 (Philadelphia), RAdm. Robert B. Eriy '37 (San Diego/Coronado), Capt. Lawrence N. Smith '45 (Texas Gulf Coast), and Col. James B. Glennon '39 (Washington DC).

VAdm. Mack, as Trustee-at-Large and the newly elected President, presented Admiral Johnson with a gavel affixed with a brass plate bearing his name and the dates of his term as President of the Alumni Association.

Following adjournment of the Board, Admiral Mack convened the new Board, welcomed the new trustees, and announced committee appointsments.

The date for the Fall meeting of the Board was set for 22 October 1981. ^ The '39 Gavel presentation

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NAFAC '81 Worid Resource

Diplomacy

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R o c c o M. P a o n e , Ph.D., Professor Emeritus

Twenty-two years ago, a number of select midshipmen and I postulated a foreign policy conference for the Naval Academy based on attendance of student delegates from 60 colleges. Supported by Captain David Rubel (later Rear Admiral) and Rear Admiral John Davidson, Superintendent, the annual Naval Academy Foreign Affairs Conference was born in 1961 (NAFAC '61). The Midshipman Director for that year was Jim Connel, a man of sound judgment and effective leadership who, as Navy pilot Lieutenant Commander Connel, gave his life for his country in a Vietnam POW camp. He served his country beyond the usual call of duty.

NAFAC has developed into an outstanding intercollegiate student conference, judging from comments received over the years. Today, it attracts student delegates from some 125 colleges located in all sections of our country and from the British, German, and Italian Naval Academies. All of the senior war colleges in the United States send representatives who act as official observers.

This year's conference centered its theme on strategic materials and the relationship of these commodities to the national strategies of the United States, our allies, and the Warsaw Pact countries. The major speakers included the following: Opening Address—Vice Admiral William P. Lawrence, USN, Superintendent Panel "Resource Security and the North Atlantic Alliance"—E. F. Andrews, Vice President, Allegheny Ludlum Industries; Richard Barnet, Senior Fellow, Institute for Policy Studies; Charles Corddry, Defense Correspondent, The Baltimore Sun; Major General Charles W. Dyke, Vice Director for Joint Chiefs of Staff Keynote Address—Senator Harrison Schmitt, United States Senate 10

Banquet Address—Norman Polmar, nationally known specialist on Soviet Union Navy; Other featured speakers included Ambassadors from Japan, Nigeria, and Cuba, and the Honorable L. Bruce Laingen, lately the senior hostage in Iran Round-up Session—Former Ambassador Anthony D. Marshall; Rear Admiral William C. Mott, USN (Ret.), former Judge Advocate General and presently Vice President and General Counsel of the National Strategy Information Center; Dr. Robert S. Wood, Chairman, Department of Strategy, Naval War College.

With hundreds of comments having been received at this writing, there is no doubt that NAFAC '81 was among the most successful. Some 200 civilian student delegates and observers left here with a greater knowledge of Western security dependency on importation of A breather during round table sessions

Strategic commodities and problems involved in persuading our leaders and those of our allies to accept a common policy on strategic materials. Much of this achievement is due to my splendid faculty staff, co-chaired by Dr. Michael Halbig, Associate Professor, who will succeed me as NAFAC Chairman, and Captain Joseph Jockel, who shortly will be director. Division of U.S. and International Studies, at the Academy.

This year, perhaps more than most years, the midshipmen, supported by the faculty staff, truly planned the agenda and literally organized the conference.

Their execution of leadership qualities augurs well for the United States Navy and future of our country. The Midshipman Director was Mark Adamshick and his Deputy was Brad Rex—two truly outstanding individuals. Others of the midshipmen staff were: Craig Pruden—Crisis Manager, William McGuinness—Transportation, Susan

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Bruce Laingen attracts a crowd

Registration for NAFAC '81

Heon—Program and Reception, Catherine Calhoun—Public Relations, John Somplasky—Director, NAFAC '82, John Dean—Administration, and David Dick—Housing and Messing.

All of the midshipmen functioned as part of a well organized team. Those who represented the Academy in the eleven round table discussion groups were judged by their civilian colleagues as outstanding. The climax of this sentiment was reached when the midshipmen, mostly political science majors, took the delegates on the YP's up the Severn and explained the intricate problems of shipboard engineering, intelligence, and navigation—using nautical terminology.

The conferees as a whole were more moderate than their predecessors, who in turn were more toward the center than earUer NAFAC delegates. They recognized as a sine qua non assured supplies of strategic materials for industrial and military security of the United States and the West. The supply, they said, must be guaranteed. In the final or wrap-up session, enriched greatly by critically constructive comments from Admiral Mott, Ambassador Marshall and Professor Wood, they also asserted the hope for improved diplomacy throughout the world, fear of terrorist and Soviet interruption of supply lines in times of emergency, a stronger build-up of our national defense, particularly the United States Navy for assured protection of the sea lanes—including increased bolstering of our naval forces in the Indian Ocean region and creation of an Indian Ocean Fleet—and a more consistently determined stand against Soviet threats to Western security. The delegates also stressed the desire for the United States Shipmate, July-August 1981

to uphold the dignity of human rights for all people and at the same time consider more carefully problems involving conflicts between our advocacy of civil rights and issues of vital interest to the United States. They desired the elimination of apartheid in Southern Africa and concomitantly assurance of strategic material supplies from that region of the world.

After thirty years on the Naval Academy facuUy, I have retired into the Emeritus strata. NAFAC '81 was my last as Director and Chairman. It is interesting to note that over my 21 years tenure as NAFAC Chairman, some 4,500 student delegates have spent four days as guests of our Academy. According to a study by one of my colleagues, Steve Frantzich, financed by a grant from Exxon Foundation, we know that many of these former delegates presently are in the political arena, some are bank executives, college professors, high in the legal profession, and on White House and Congressional staffs—one was the domestic adviser to President Carter. Most of them, judging from replies to the questionnaire in Frantzich's study, recalled their stay at NAFAC as the highlight of their undergraduate education and hoped that in the near future we can have a NAFAC Alumni Association.

I cannot close this report without expressing appreciation for support given NAFAC by the Alumni Association from the very beginning. Such assistance facilitated the development of this Academy project into one of the most successful ventures undertaken here and I understand from observers "the best intercollegiate conference on foreign affairs in our country." In particular, I want to

thank the individual Alumni Association members, i.e.. Rear Admiral Fitzgerald, former Executive Director of the Association; Captain Bill Busik, present Executive Director; Admirals Thomas Moorer, Arleigh Burke, James Holloway, and Paul D. Stroop; Commander Wes Burnett and Mr. Richard Diehl, and the late Robert Burnum for their special efforts. Others to whom NAFAC owes a great debt are: Messrs. Leonard Genz, deceased, former Vice President of General Foods; Ray Kooi, Ford Motor Company Fund; Donald Snook and George Lewis, both of Exxon Corporation; James Winokur, President and Chief Executive Officer, Air Tools Corporation; and Mrs. Shirley Howard, my NAFAC Secretary since 1971, who is endearingly surnamed by midshipmen as Mother NAFAC. It is my sincere wish that where possible these individuals will continue to assist my successor—NAFAC deputy since 1979— Dr. Michael Halbig, Associate Professor.

NAFAC,with a budget of $20,000 annually, is supported financially by nonappropriated funds only, which are administered by the Naval Academy Alumni Association. Au Revoir, but by no means Goodbye.

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All Hands Election of Officers and Trustees

Midshipmen Presentations

The annual election of Association officers and trustees-at-large resulted as follows: President—VAdm. William P. Mack USN (Ret.) '37, of Annapolis, Maryland.

Vice President, Central Area—LGen. Thomas P. Stafford USAF (Ret.) '52, of Norman, Oklahoma.

Trustees-at-Large—W. Dunham Crawford '48, of Beaumont, Texas; Cdr. Stephen M. Duncan (JAGC) USNR-R '63, of Denver, Colorado; Capt. R.T.S. Keith, Jr. USN '58, commanding DesRon 7; and Capt. James A. LoveU, Jr. USN (Ret.) '52 of Houston, Texas.

The President and Vice Presidents serve for two years, the Trustees-atLarge for three. All six took office at the Spring Meeting on 21 May 1981.

The full roster of officers and trustees, including those from local chapters, is published elsewhere in this issue of Shipmate.

Mid'n. David B. Dittmer '82 won the first prize of the International History Scholastic Honorary Society, Phi Alpha Theta, at its 1981 regional conference at Frostburg State College for his paper, "A Position Most Cruelly Awkward, U.S. Diplomacy in the War in the Pacific." Among the six papers selected for final competition, two others were also by midshipmen: "Commodore Lawrence Kearney and the Opening of China" by Mid'n. Laurent Reinhardt '82 and "The Existence of a Popularist Party" by Mid'n. Thomas L. Reese '82.

Seven midshipmen in the Aerospace Engineering major presented papers at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Middle Atlantic Regional Student Conference at NASA's Langley Research Center in Virginia.

The five (two were co-authored) papers given by the midshipmen competed with ten more from nine other regional colleges. First place was awarded to Mid'n.

Brent Jett for his paper, "The Feasibility of Turnback from a Low Altitude Engine Failure During the Takeoff Climb-out Phase" and second went to Mid'n. William Johnson for "Optimizing the NAHBE Piston Cap Design Utilizing Schlieren Photography Methods and Applications of the Helmholtz Resonator Theory." Both Jett, first in the class, and Johnson, a Trident Scholar, were graduated with distinction in the Class of 1981.

Two other midshipmen papers were presented at the American Nuclear Society Eastern Regional Student Conference in Boston. These were "Review of Recent Advances in U.S. Fusion Research" by Mid'n. William E. Higgins and "The Light Water Breeder Reactor"

by Mid'n. Patrick Blake. Both authors were just graduated in the Class of 1981.

Command Changes at the Academy VAdm. William P. Lawrence '51, who has served as Superintendent since 28 August 1978, now has orders to command the Third Fleet and will take with him a host of best wishes from the Anapolis community, both military and civilian. He expects to be relieved in the latter part of August, but his relief had not been named as of this writing.

RAdm. William F. McCauley '55, Commandant of Midshipmen since July 1979, was relieved on 1 June by Capt.

Leon A. "Bud" Edney '57. Admiral McCauley is the new Commander Cruiser Destroyer Group Eight, homeported in Norfolk. Comprising 47 ships, six of which are nuclear cruisers, this is the largest such unit in the Atlantic Fleet.

Captain Edney comes from command of USS CONSTELLATION for the past two years, including a record 110-day deployment in the Indian Ocean. He is an aviator who shifted from ASW to jet attack and has flown over 230 combat missions in Vietnam. He holds a master's degree in public administration from Harvard and, in 1970, was selected as a White House Fellow to serve as a special assistant to the Secretary of Transportation.

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William P. Clements Award Major David Vetter USMC '67 is the recipient of the 1981 William P. Clements Award for Excellence in Education and was named as Mihtary Instructor of the Year at the Naval Academy. He has taught economics for the past three years and this year devoted attention to defense economics, where his students

Major Vetter at the blackboard

look at the national and defense budgets, see where the money goes, and compare U.S. budgets to the Soviet economic commitment to its military forces. Vetter says that he has his students consider the pros and cons of military spending issues, which are of great importance to the future naval and Marine Corps officers.

While there are copies of the Wall Street Journal and books on defense and the economy in his office, there are also posters a cheerleader might envy. As the officer representative for the varsity baseball team, Vetter is the liaison between academic and sports programs for team members. He keeps his eye on the athletes' grades and also does counseling. These activities helped to make him the award winner.

Major Vetter will receive a silver medallion and have his name engraved on the special plaque that remains here.

Other Faculty Awards Associate Professor E. Eugene Mitchell (Weapons and Systems Engineering) has been selected as one of the two recipients of the American Society of Engineering Educators' Western Electric Fund Award for the Middle Atlantic Section. This prestigious award, given for contributions to engineering education, course development, presentations and project development, includes a stipend of $1,000 and a certificate.

Instead of awarding the 1980 John Lyman Book Award in United States Naval Hostory to a single study, the North American Society for Oceanic History gave Honorable Mention to three books.

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etta (History) and published by the U.S. Naval Institute.

Professor Coletta is also the author of a new book. The United States Navy and Defense Unification, 1947-1953, recently published by the University of Delaware Press.

Trident Scholars for 1981-82

Seven members of the Class of 1982 have been selected as Trident Scholars for the coming academic year, pursuing scientific research projects with individual faculty advisors. They and their projects are as follows: Joseph L. Donovan, Jr. - Synthesis of The Honorable Carl Vinson Azuloquinones as an Experimental Confirmation of a Theoretical Prediction.

The Navy's greatest friend, former Representative Carl Vinson of Georgia, Michael J. Golightly - Synthesis of Podied in his hometown hospital at Miltentially Catalytic Bimetallic Systems. ledgeville on 1 June at the age of 97.

Peter P. Haglich - Application ofOrthosubtraction Algebra to Hilbert Space.

First elected to Congress in 1914, he Frank P. Pursel - Capacitive Pressure served continuously for 50 years and one month, the longest such service on recTransducers and Fixed Points. ord. Given a seat on the House Naval John M. Richardson - Effects of Affairs Committee in 1914, he became its Transverse Stress on Magnetization. chairman in 1930 and chairman of its reStephen R. Surko - Performance Opplacement, the Armed Services Committimization of a Pneumatic Wave Energy tee, with the Unification Act of 1947.

Conversion Device.

Except for 1953-54 when the RepubliTimothy S. Thomas - A Semi-orthocans controlled the House, he served as modular Approach to the Hilbert Space chairman until his retirement in 1964—a Development of Quantum Mechanics. total of 33 years in the two chairs.

Carl Vinson's power was legendary. In 1950 he was mentioned as a possible Astronaut Selections Secretary of Defense but ruled himself out with the comment, "Shucks, I'd The recent success of the COLUMBIA rather go on running the Pentagon from Space Shuttle flight by astronauts and up here." Dedicated to the cause of a Navy pilots Young and Crippen strong Navy, Vinson led the long fight in prompted a review of USNA alumni parthe 1930s to rebuild its strength and he ticipation in the space program. The recwas the prime mover in passing 1940 leg- ord is phenomenal; one that every islation to build a two-ocean Navy for alumnus/alumna can contemplate with the war he saw coming. The Navy and great pride in his or her alma mater. the Nation owe a great debt to Carl VinThe 127 astronaijts selected to date son, and it is most appropriate that our have come from 58 different undergradunewest nuclear carrier bear his name. ate schools, but only six have had four or more representatives. USNA leads Ave atque vale! with a total of 22; followed by USMA with nine, USAFA with eight, Purdue with six, U. of Colorado with five and How Many Midshipmen from One U. Cal. with four. In the last selection of School?

17, six are USNA alumni.

"The Mail Boat" recently ran a series Of the 79 NASA astronauts currently active, 12 are USNA alumni: Bruce of letters on the number of midshipmen McCandless '58, Jim Buchh '67, Mike coming from various high schools. Here Coats '68, J.O. Creighton '66, Dave is an entry that warrants notice.

The picture shows 41 of the current 54 Griggs '62, Dave Walker '66, Charlie Bolden '68, Dave Leestma '71, Mike Marine Military Academy alumni now at the Naval Academy, posing with a group Lounge '69, Bryan O'Connor '68, Mike Smith '67, and Bob Springer '64. of current MMA cadets touring AnnapoUs during a one-week orientation visit to We must be doing something right! military installations and points of historical interest in the Washington area.

Former and present MMA cadets Courtesy of Marine Military Academy

New Naval Warfare Center A Center for Naval Warfare has been estabhshed at the Naval War College in Newport RI, to serve as a focal point for naval strategic thinking. It operates under the supervision of the President of the Naval War College and is manned by a small group of active and retired officers and civilians. The Center will draw on the intellectual resources of the Navy, other government activities, the academic world and foreign countries to

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promote the highest quality of naval strategic thought.

The creation of the Center was stated recently by the CNO in an address to the annual strategic forum at the College. He pointed out that deliberations have been going on for some time as to how to stimulate more meaningful strategic and tactical thinking among the Navy's more senior officers. "Our objective," the Admiral said, "is to make this Naval War College respected around the globe as the residence of the finest maritime strategic thinking of our time."

The Center was established on 1 July, initially staffed by active duty naval and Marine Corps officers in the grades of 05 and 0-6. It may also include a retired flag officer and one or more civilians, with personnel normally serving for a one-year term.

First Aegis Cruiser Launched USS TICONDEROGA (CG-47), first ship in a series of guided missile cruisers carrying the Aegis weapons system, was christened by Mrs. Ronald Reagan at the Litton Ingalls Shipyard at Pascagoula MS on 16 May. The importance of the event is indicated by the roster of visiting speakers: ScDef Weinberger, SASC Chairman John Stennis, House Minority Whip Trent Lott, SecNav John Lehman, the CNO, Aegis Project Manager RAdm. Wayne Meyer, and Litton Industries President O'Green.

Primary mission of the TICONDEROGA-

class will be to protect carrier battle groups from air attack, particularly the threat of cruise missiles. The ship will also add significantly to the group's ASW defense, while her superior detection and tracking capabilities will coordinate the defensive efforts of all other ships and aircraft in the group.

The heart of TICONDEROGA's fighting

capability is the Aegis combat system, designed by RCA to detect, classify and track hundreds of hostile targets simultaneously in the air, on the surface or under the sea. A phased array radar sees in all directions at once to detect enemy missiles and aircraft by continuously searching the vast volume of air space surrounding the battle group. In countering an attack against any of the ships, the Aegis control system directs surfaceto-air and surface-to-surface missiles, automatic A A guns, 5"-guns, ropketed torpedoes and depth charges, helicopters and fighter aircraft. Weapons are supplemented by electronic countermeasures, decoys and passive detection systems.

The primary weapon used with Aegis in air defense is the Standard Missile 2, which is based on the proven performance of SM-1, Terrier and Tartar missiles. It remains under total control of Aegis until it finds its target.

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time enough for the three morning and afternoon ceremonies. The principal address at each yard was made by the Hon. Charles M. Schwab, who had been the first president of U.S. Steel and left to organize its Bethlehem rival with Union Iron Works as a keystone of its foundation. He pointed out that "This is the largest one-day launching and keellaying program in the history of shipbuilding." (Still true.)

Of the sixteen four-pipers, eleven were stricken from the Navy list between 1930 and 1937, though most of their names were repeated in newer ships. USS FULLER (DD-297) was one of the seven destroyers wrecked on Honda Head in 1923. USS CRANE (DD-109) served actively through WW II and was scrapped in 1947. USS MCKEAN (DD-90), converted to an APD, was sunk by Japanese bombers off Bougainville in 1943. USS WILLIAMS (DD-108) and MACKENZIE (DD-175) were in the 50 destroyers transferred to Great Britain in 1940 and served throughout the war, with Canadian crews, as HMCS SINCLAIR and ANNAPOLIS.

All in all, that was quite a day.

USS TICONDEROGA takes to the water

New Hydrofoil Launched A further development of the SPRUANCE and KiDD class destroyers, TICONDEROGAS can carry their formidable array of weapons and electronic equipment at high speeds over long ranges. They are 563 feet long, have a 55-foot beam, and displace about 9,200 tons. Powered by four gas turbine jet engines, which develop more than 80,000 horsepower, they are capable of speeds in excess of 30 knots. Thanks to automation and advance technology, complements will only be some 33 officers and 327 enlisted.

Two New Memorial Ships On 27 April Secretary of the Navy Lehman signed a contract turning over USS INTREPID (CV-11) to the Intrepid Museum Foundation of New York. Plans are for her to become a memorial ship, with museum displays of her career and of naval aviation in the Pacific during World War II. We understand that she will be berthed in New York City, probably along the Hudson River waterfront.

USS KiDD (DD-661) is scheduled to become a memorial ship in Baton Rouge LA, pending final approval by the Congress which is expected shortly. She will be berthed on the downtown riverfront, with an adjacent shore area donated by the city and parish for a memorial exhibit. Her berth will be in a cradle structure that will support her hull when the Mississippi is at low water stages, and allow her to float free at high water.

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Hooray, Hooray, The Fourth of July One Fourth of July celebration set a memorable record. On that one day in 1918 Bethlehem Steel's Union Plant in San Francisco launched twelve ships and laid the keels for fourteen more. Of the 26 ships, sixteen were destroyers and ten were freighters.

The Union Plant then included Potrero Works (now Bethlehem's San Francisco Yard), the adjacent Risdon Works (now property of the Port of San Francisco), Hunters Point Works (now the property of the Navy), and the Alameda Works across the Bay. The General Manager was Mr. J. J. Tynan, who had emigrated from Ireland to Philadelphia at age 20 and worked for Cramps Shipyard there until 1906, when he went west to join Bethlehem's new operation in San Francisco. Bethlehem had just taken over the Union Iron Works, noted as builder of the USS OLYMPIA and OREGON of Spanish War fame, and the area was just digging out from the great 1906 earthquake.

The highlight of his 27-year career with Bethlehem was the 1918 award of the U.S. Shipping Board's Blue Pennant for constructing the nation's highest tonnage of new ships in one year.

That morning Alameda Works launched four freighters and laid the keels for six others. In the afternoon Potrero and Risdon each launched four destroyers, at fifteen minute intervals, and laid the keels for four more. Hunters Point was not included; there was only

USS TAURUS, the first of five Patrol Hydrofoil Missileships (PHMs), was launched on 8 May in Seattle. The five production PHMs will join USS PEGASUS (PHM-1), the prototype commissioned in July 1977, to form a six-ship squadron in the summer of 1982. It will be based in Key West.

Waterjet propulsion and fully submerged, computer-controlled foils give these ships the ability to operate in heavy seas with remarkable stability, and they are capable of speeds above 45 knots. Their eight Harpoon missiles and a 76-mm gun provide effective offensive capability, while high speed, extraordinary maneuverability, and small radar cross section provide survivability. With a crew of only 21 per ship, the risk to men and material is at a minimum compared to the PHM's service potential.

USS TAuiius afloat after laiinching

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Historians Note The Naval History Division recently published Volume 8 of its collection. Naval Documents of the American Revolution, covering the American Theatre from 1 March to 31 May 1777 and the European Theatre from 1 January to 31 May 1777. Edited by Dr. William J. Morgan of the Naval History Division, this volume continues the publication of letters and other documents, pubhc and private, of naval interest during the American Revolution. The series is a must for any historian or researcher of that period in our early history.

Volume 8 is 1184 pages, with index, illustrations, appendices and bibliography.

It is available from the Government Printing Office, Washington DC 20401, at the price of $24.

Reunion Notices Submarine Veterans of World War II—National convention will be held this year in Sacramento, California, 16-20 September, with headquarters at the Red Lion Motor Inn, 2001 Point West Way, zip 95815, phone (916) 929-8855. As noted in earlier issues, there are several other individual reunions planned to coincide with this major convention.

USS Philadelphia (CL-41)—lSth annual reunion of "The Galloping Ghost" will be held at the Stardust Hotel in San Diego, California, 13-20 September. For further details, contact Frank Amoroson, Reunion Chairman, 93 Dunbar Street, Somerset NJ 08873, phone (201) 5451475.

USS LeRay Wilson (DE-414) - Reunion is scheduled in Buffalo, N.Y., on 5-8 August 1981, in connection with the annual convention of the Destroyer Escort Sailors in the Buffalo Statler Hotel. For details, contact John J. O'Leary, 3100 Hemon Road, Montgomery AL 36106 Phone (205) 277-6987.

USS Waller (DD-466) - Reunion of her World War II crew is scheduled for 3-7 September 1981 in Stoffers Waterfront Towers, St. Louis, Mo. Chairman is William J. Olvany, telephone (314)-821-8613.

Or write Robert D. Sandefur, P.O. Box 978, Ruston LA 71270.

USS LaVallette (DD-448) - An effort is underway to contact former shipmates to form a reunion committee. Anyone interested should contact Patrick F. Dunn, 29 Wilson Place, Belleville NJ 07109.

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The nostalgic views of the Academy which appear on the covers of this issue of Shipmate are a sampling of the collection of old postcards owned by Annapolis photographer Marion Warren. Attached to the Department of the Navy during World War II, Warren fought "The Battie of the Potomac" with a camera, then settled in Annapolis in 1947. He has been collecting historical photographs of the area ever since.

In August, the Naval Institute Press will publish Everybody Works But John Paul Jones: A Portrait of the U. S. Naval Academy 1845-1915, co-authored with Mame Warren, his daughter. The book is a nostalgic portrait of life within the walls of the Academy, told through a treasury of candid and formal photographs.

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Like a family album, this often witty, always affectionate collection of images and ideas at once encourages and dispels our ideaUzed notions of how life really was in the good old days.

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Mine Warfare Needs You! Are U.S. Naval Mine Watfare Forces Ready for the

Future?

Rear Admiral Charles F. Home, III USN

The morning was grey and overcast.

Thick fog accompanying the dawn blanketed the coastal area. Landward, a major military and civilian maritime community began stirring. Seaward, beneath the glassy water's surface, submarines of a hostile nation prowled, expelling slender deadly shapes. These shapes came to rest on the seabed while the submarines that spawned them moved out to sea. The mines were in place.

The morning sun quickly dispelled the worst of the fog and the sleeping city awoke to the sounds of explosions which were ripping apart the first of the military and merchant shipping now exiting the channel. And paralysis set in . . .

The preceding paragraphs are, of course, fiction, but certainly not science fiction in the literal sense, as evidenced in Sacramento, California, last year. This port was closed for eight days simply as a result of a telephoned mining threat.

Mine warfare, a naval art and science conceived in the 1700s, is as painfully relevant today as it was when the first primitive mine was used to destroy an opponent. The fictional illustration is presented as a reminder of the strategic and tactical importance of mine warfare; the Sacramento incident illustrates the importance of being able to counter such a threat. The lessons must not go unheeded.

At present the United States, NATO, and our other allies are individually and collectively undergoing a renaissance in the area of mine warfare. A long overdue resurgence in both mine countermeasures (MCM) and mining has been evident in recent years to answer the increasing threat posed against our national arteries, our sea lines of communications. Significantly, the impetus for dramatic change comes from our Chief of Naval Operations and other senior flag officers and is reflected in the increasing support felt throughout the naShipmate, July-August 1981

val establishment. As I noted in my letter to Naval Institute Proceedings, June 1980, if ever there were a combination of high level champions for mine warfare, it is now.

The heightened interest in mine warfare in the United States is a result not only of a new awareness on our part of our own vulnerability to the existing Soviet mine warfare threat, but also reflects the realization of the threat posed by non-aligned nations for whom mining may be a viable military option. The enhancement of our countermeasures posture is therefore essential. In addition, by improving our mining capabilities, we can restrict the options available to any potential enemy.

Mine Countermeasures The progress made recently in the area of mine countermeasures has been diverse and innovative.

The single most significant initiative in the United States in the last several years is the development of a new

ocean-going minesweeper, the first such ship to be built in 25 years. Fourteen of these new ships have been approved for construction. They will employ state-ofthe-art systems in minehunting and mine neutralization and will include an automated Combat Information Center (CIC).

The mine neutralization vehicle carried on board will be an underwater craft capable of neutralizing deep as well as shallow mines. Also approved by the Navy are smaller minehunters to be used in conjunction with other MCM platforms. As a backup, we are following the British lead in the use of "craft of opportunity" such as fishing trawlers in a mine countermeasures role. Suitable vessels to be manned by Naval Reserves could be identified, and containerized MCM equipment placed on board to give them a limited MCM capability. Additionally, our present MSOs are scheduled for extension via a Service Life Extension Program (SLEP), thus reviving these assets' reliability and effectiveness until the new MCM ships join the Fleet.

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Airborne mine countermeasures hehcopters have been the mainstay MCM asset for the past ten years. Presently, RH-53D aircraft provide the United States with a mobile countermeasures capabihty for world-wide contingencies.

Improved versions of the RH-53 helicopters are in procurement. These aircraft provide considerable flexibility in their use and are part of the United States' new rapid deployment concept.

Another exciting initiative is the development of new systems and technologies for use in mine countermeasures. Accuracy in clearing mined channels will be significantly improved with the introduction of the Global Positioning System (GPS). This system enables the MCM units to accurately ascertain their positions at all times, reducing the clearance time required and increasing the confidence level of the mine countermeasures efforts. The production of new and more sophisticated minehunting sonars appears as one of the brightest stars in the mine countermeasures constellation. The AN/ SQQ-30 minehunting sonar, a variable depth sonar installed on the new MCM ship, will provide mine detection capability for moored mines and bottom mines at their maximum effective depths. For the 1990s the Advanced Minehunting Sonar System (AMSS), an ahead-looking sonar with side looking synthetic aperture sonar characteristics, is planned.

At the operating level, MCM scenarios are being included in many fleet exercises to test, refine, and enhance mine countermeasures readiness, tactics, and strategy. MCM Forces are conducting realistic exercises utihzing the full inventory of platforms and systems available.

COMINEWARCOM is now providing teams of analysts to evaluate exercises and develop improved tactics. The benefits of such exercises will be the improved capabilities of our MCM forces.

Central to revitalizing mine countermeasures readiness is the development of port breakout planning. The threat of mining to United States ports and harbors, as illustrated in the opening paragraphs, is seen as a real possibility. Port breakout planning includes the designation of defined port exit channels which then require sonar survey and ocean bottom mapping to facilitate rapid minehunting and sweeping should these ports be mined. The active participation of the Naval Reserve and Coast Guard is envisioned. When completed, these plans will provide additional guidance for determining the pre-positioning of MCM assets for most effective utilization.

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A-7 carrying exercise mines ready for launch

Mining The most cost effective and viable anti-mining defense may well be mjning itself. If we can deny the enemy the opportunity to mine those areas of strategic interest to us, we simplify the mine countermeasures problem. Presently, the concept of defensive mining is receiving attention, the premise being the use of defensive minefields will deny the enemy's mine-laying vessels access to our ports and harbors. Mining however, is not merely a countermeasures strategy but is an important naval warfare specialty which daily takes on greater relevance. The U.S. Navy has thousands of mines, some in forward sites in the Atlantic and Pacific. These mines are maintained by over five hundred minemen, who represent the best in naval tradition and dedication.

New families of mines, now in planning, production, or advanced development, will greatly increase our mining flexibility and expand our options into areas previously thought to be "unmineable." Among such new developments is the CAPTOR mine, a deep-moored weapon which is an encapsulated ASW torpedo that waits for a target to encounter. The value of CAPTOR is in its significant threat to enemy submarines, and as such represents one of the most important advances in mining in recent years. CAPTOR is now in the fleet as a new member of the ASW team. Another deep-moored mine currently being considered is the medium depth mine, a mine with an all-target capability. This all-target mine (against submarines, ships

and minesweepers) will significantly improve the capabilities of the United States and NATO in offensive mining of key chokepoints. A new family of bottom mines is also being developed to replace and improve on the capabilities of the "destructor" mines (modified general purpose bombs) of the Vietnam era. By modifying the new bottom mine with a sophisticated sensor system, the mine will have a greater target detection range and an improved target selection capability.

Mine delivery is perhaps the toughest part of mining because of other high priority demands on potential mine delivery assets. Innovative methods are being sought, researched, and tested in the area of mine delivery to overcome this Umitation. The use of surface ships for such a mission is being reviewed with various surface vessels being considered for the role of minelayer. This approach would be used primeuily for laying defensive minefields, but in certain tactical situations surface ships could be used to lay offensive minefields. The use of submarines as a minelaying vehicle is already in being, and several additional high payoff air delivery systems are under investigation.

New technology is becoming a major ingredient in mines. Micro-processors are one good example whereby miniature circuitry can provide sophistication and versatility to mines. They even provide the possibility of remote control mines in the near future. Remote control minefields could provide a new dimension in mine warfare.

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A shrimp trawler cum minesweeper

Modem attack submarines have mitiing capability

United We Stand Mine warfare requires the best efforts of all the free world navies. A coordinated and comprehensive effort is crucial to the successful countering of any preemptive SovietAVarsaw Pact mining.

Continued close association with our alhes in mine warfare is essential to ensure the timely execution of NATO/Allied mine countermeasures as well as mining responsibilities at the outbreak of a major conventional conflict. Mine warfare could have a telling impact on the eventual outcome of any future war. Similarly, a sharing of allied technologies and ideas will enable the mine warfare forces of the free world to act in concert to most effectively counter aggression. We are improving our own capabilities, but we must expect and depend upon greater complementary mine warfare efforts by our allies. In most nations this is forthcoming.

Postiude The emphasis on mine warfare is being felt throughout the entire naval establishment. The pendulum has, even in a time of peace, swung back, making significant progress possible in the past few years.

This emphasis is essential since mine warfare is nine parts preparation and one part execution where the nine parts preparation must be done in peacetime.

It is analogous to pre-preparing for a hurricane; the key is those preparations made in advance of the event! The present strong support exhibited at all levels Shipmate, July-August 1981

of the Navy is very encouraging to those associated with mine warfare. The struggle to advance mine warfare to its needed position within the hierarchy of effective and viable military options continues vigorously, but not without problems.

The Navy is faced with shortages of trained and experienced personnel in mine warfare, and of concern is the status of the mine warfare community within the structure of the service. Mine warfare is not considered a primary subspecialty as are other warfare areas. The net result is a misconception in the naval community as to the relative importance of a tour in mine warfareâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a misconception that has been a disservice to the talented and dedicated men and women associated with mine warfare who have done so much to enrich the military potential of the Navy through their collective and individual efforts. We need to start stressing the critical need for naval officers to be conversant in all major categories of naval warfare including mine warfare. Naval officers should take a hard look at this newly revitalized warfare area and in doing so realize the singular opportunity available in serving in mine warfare. We need officers with vision who enjoy challenges to join our ranks. The contributions to be made and rewards to be gained are unlimited.

Summary The U.S. Navy is now on course toward significantly upgrading its mining and mine countermeasures capabilities.

Many problems must still be faced and many misconceptions overcome before the full potential of our mine warfare forces can be reached. The mine warfare community has set its sights on realistic force levels and systems which will effectively and efficiently counter the threat. We are intensely proud of our accomplishments and confident in what the future holds. We expect full integration into the Navy whereby all naval officers are conversant with mine warfare and appreciate and use it in their planning, training and fighting. To state it succinctly, and borrowing some words from other proud and professional warfare communities, "Mine Warfare Needs You!" There are three mottos in the mine warfare community which get to the heart of the matter and which all naval officers should understand and appreciate: MCM: "Where the Fleet goes, we have been!"

Miners: "Where we've been, no Fleet goes!"

For the Non-believers: "Every ship is a minesweeperâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;ONCE!" +

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Uncle Jack's Vesuvius The Dynamite

Gunboat of the Spanish-American

War

C o m m a n d e r Edwin J. Quinby USN (Ret.)

She was sleek, slender, and as graceful as any millionaire's yacht, which was what she resembled. VESUVIUS had a beautiful set of 4000 HP "up and down" steam engines that could send her skimming along at better than 21 knots, and she packed a wallop more fearful than any other ship in the fleet. But she was officially distrusted as too great a peril to her own personnel. Despite the fact that her own officers and men were proud of her, enthusiastic and eager to assume whatever risks might be involved in her operation, the top authorities of the Navy Department insisted that she was untrustworthy. Her name was whispered by them as though tainted with scandal.

In the subsequent controversy after her trials, her reputation suffered character assassination. Perhaps there was a touch of jealousy, especially among the battleships. Could this insignificant little gunboat pose a threat to their supremacy and their very future? Wasn't this obviously absurd? A junior lieutenant named Quinby didn't think so.

John Gardner Quinby was appointed to the Naval Academy by his father's West Point classmate and wartime companion, President Grant, and was graduated third in the Class of 1878. Serving as a midshipman in USS LANCASTER, flagship of the European Squadron, he had watched the bombardment of Alexandria, Egypt, by the British fleet in 1881. Promoted to Ensign in 1882, he was assigned to USS PETREL in the

Asiatic Fleet, where ordnance became his chief interest. He contrived orders to the Torpedo School at Newport for the course in high explosives, and became an expert in that field. From there he was assigned to USS VESUVIUS, the experimental gunboat that was destined to make history at the Battle of Santiago.

Popularly known as "the dynamite gunboat," VESUVIUS was built by Cramps Shipyard in Philadelphia in 1887.

She had an iron hull 252' long, was of 950 tons burden and had a draft of less 22

than 11 feet. Her low flush deck gave her a small silhouette, for it was surmounted only by a small deckhouse amidships from which rose her funnel. Her lethal armament consisted of three parallel compressed air tubes which slanted up 18° from the hold to penetrate the foredeck. They were designed to hurl torpedo-shaped charges of wet guncotton, with fulminate of mercury detonators, at enemies over a mile distant. The tubes were rigidly fixed and could neither be elevated nor depressed. They could not be trained left or right, but fired only straight ahead. In order to bring them to bear it was necessary to swing ship, and ranges were adjusted by regulating the compressed air propulsion. This type of propellant was chosen as a precaution to avoid premature explosion of the elements contained in the projectile. As British naval observers commented, the explosive charge was "a nervous mixture," and it was handled very carefully.

The lower or "breech" end of each tube below decks could be disconnected from the forward or "upper" end, permitting it to be dropped into a horizontal position to line up with a revolving magazine containing five projectiles. VESUVIUS could then fire a total of 15 shots in 10 minutes with no pause for reloading.

With one tube in firing position, the other two could be fed ammunition from their revolving magazines. The tubes were 55' long and measured 15 inches outside diameter.

Each projectile measured 10-'/2 inches diameter and was nine feet long. The compressed air charge could be adjusted for range by means of a reducing valve equipped with a pressure gauge. Firing was done by remote control from the conning tower by means of mechanical levers. Discharge was noiseless and smokeless, so the flight of each projectile could be cleariy followed from the ship.

Each projectile was equipped with a spiral safety device designed to render it harmless for the first 250 yards, then it

became armed, with a prearranged detonation time either on contact or at a prescribed number of seconds later.

Records indicate that those in higher authority nursed a healthy respect for the precarious operation of VESUVIUS and her unique armament and ammunition. Apparently her initial firing tests, in a broad reach of the Delaware River below Philadelphia in March 1890, were sufficientiy awe-inspiring to convince the observers and satisfy their curiosity in short order, for they deemed further demonstration unnecessary. Only the officers and men of VESUVIUS remained aboard during the firing tests; the committee of War Department civilians and Navy observers withdrew to a tugboat at a respectful distanceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;"just in case."

From a distance of one mile, they signalled to commence the tests.

Just three shots were fired on that occasion. The first projectile, weighing 510 lbs., went 200 yards beyond the one-mile range expected in 11 seconds. It was set to explode ten seconds after contact with the river's surface, and it did so, sending up a huge column of mud and water over 200 feet high. The second shot, weighing 504 lbs., went 250 yards beyond the onemile range in 11.7 seconds. It had been set to explode five seconds after impact, which it did with similar results. The third shot, also at 510 lbs., went 400 yards beyond the range in 11.75 seconds, set to explode upon contact. The brilliant flash of its explosion was cleariy visible to the observers as it struck the surface.

The shock waves from these detonations shattered windows in the city of Chester, five miles away, and the official observers, considerably closer to the scene were also shaken up. Accordingly, the impressive demonstration was called off at this point. VESUVIUS lapsed into seven years of obscurity and inactivity, the victim of pessimistic ridicule and criticism. She was accused of imposing unnecessary risk to life and limb of her own personnel as well as to others in her Shipmate, July-August 1981

From watercolor by Fred S. Cozzens

Initial firing tests by USS VESUVIUS

vicinity. Her critics at home and abroad maintained that she constituted an unreasonable hazard, and in official opinion she was declared an "interesting but impractical menace." The British observers reported her as a "bloody uncivilized atrocity."

In 1897 VESUVIUS was recommis-

sioned as a fast interceptor to halt the filibustering traffic in arms from Florida to insurgents in Cuba, operating out of Key West. She served effectively in that role until the MAINE blew up in the Havana Harbor to precipitate the SpanishAmerican War, then was ordered North to refit and rearm for war service. Her great chance had arrived.

Caught largely unprepared, the Navy began commandeering anything and everything that would float and run.

Merchant ships, yachts and tugboats were hastily acquired and outfitted with whatever armament could be found. Obsolete monitors that had been decommissioned for thirty years were frantically overhauled and set to guard coastal harbors. Word came that Admiral Cervera's Spanish fleet had sailed for America; Admiral Sampson received urgent orders to intercept and destroy it.

When Cervera was found in the fortified harbor of Santiago de Cuba, Sampson established there a fleet blockade.

Upon the elevation along the west side of the entrance channel were the two strategically-located Socapa Batteries, along the eastern side were the Estrella and Morro Batteries. And it was recognized that the narrow channel between them was probably mined. Sampson's fleet therefore took up position in a wide Shipmate, July-August 1981

semi-circle just outside the range of the shore batteries, like a pack of hounds around a treed 'possum. Cervera, safely protected in the harbor, was content to await developments while Sampson sought ways to get at him.

When VESUVIUS arrived off Santiago on 13 June, her Gunnery Officer, Lt. John G. Quinby, was anxious to unlimber his fantastic armament. Never one to avoid a fight, he had become known throughout the fleet as "Red Mike" because of his pink whiskers and fiery temper. Handy with his fists, he had established a reputation as a worthy ally in any contest. His nose, having been broken so many times in disputes, remained flattened above his square jaw. Anxious to get into the scrap at Santiago, "Red Mike" begged his skipper to let him try out his "dynamite" guns against the forts that guarded Cervera.

Admiral Sampson was equally eager to try out his new weapon and directed VESUVIUS to have a go. Happily, "Red Mike" unlimbered his compressed air weapons as VESUVIUS was maneuvered into position to bring her tubes to bear on the west bank Socapa Batteries.

WHOOSH! went the first shot, and all hands watched it climb to an elevation of 300 feet. There it levelled off and began its increasingly steep downward plunger over the 200-foot bluff where the batteries were perched. It disappeared down behind the target, having overshot the mark, and sent up a great cloud of debris from the tropical terrain beyond, accompanied by a resounding explosion. Having diligently studied the data compiled during initial operations with the fleet.

Quinby had a pretty good idea of how much reduction of air pressure was needed to compensate. Promptiy the second shot went soaring skyward, and this time dropped on target. The eruption of debris was followed by the shock wave of detonation and a hearty cheer went up from VESUVIUS, echoed from other ships of the fleet. The other Socapa Battery was treated similarly, then VESUVIUS turned her bow eastwards towards Estrella, high on the opposite bank. The Morro Battery was not fired upon because it was an ancient monument of little military value and because it had been reported that Lt. Hobson and his crew were imprisoned there after their gallant attempt to scuttle the MERRIMACK across the Santiago channel.

Casualties among the Spanish forc'es might have been heavier had the first shot not landed beyond Socapa. The resultant explosion struck terror into the hearts of the surprised defenders and most of them escaped in the following stampede. Their counterparts on the opposite bank, witnessing the destruction and anticipating that they were next in line for treatment, swiftly "went over the hill" in the nick of time. However, they later returned and put many of the gun batteries back in order, but they were never a factor in the remainder of the Santiago campaign.

VESUVIUS remained with the fleet and made a total of eight firing runs, but always at night with the ship darkened.

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at the shore batteries, the second at maximum range against the Spanish ships in harbor, and the third again at the batteries. One of the harbor shots was reported to have landed near enough to damage two Spanish destroyers, who promptly shifted berth farther up the harbor.

Cervera realized that the game was up.

Although he recommended landing his guns and crews to reinforce the army garrison, he was ordered to sortie in a desperate dash for Havana. The night before, VESUVIUS had been ordered to Guantanamo for coal and boiler repairs, and so missed the final action. But she tried. When word came that the Spaniards were coming out, her skipper cast off the coal lighters, with the boilermakers put aboard, and got underway on one boiler and one engine. The others were gradually brought on line en route Santiago, but she arrived after the fun was over.

And so it ended. With a range of little better than one mile and accuracy within only 300 yards, VESUVIUS would have been a vulnerable target long before she could get in firing range of a major enemy ship, and so had no place in fleet tactics. She was ordered to Boston and placed out of commission in September 1898, but recommissioned in June 1905 as a torpedo test vessel for the Naval Torpedo Station at Newport. There she

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served, except for a two-year refit, until October 1921, when she was decommissioned and sold for scrap.

As for her Gunnery Officer, "Red Mike" was promoted to lieutenant commander in 1901, to commander in 1905, and to captain in 1912, commanding the Naval Training Station at Norfolk. He retired in 1913 at age 54 but returned to active duty at the outbreak of World War I and served throughout that conflict. Again retired, he refused to swallow the anchor and went back to sea in command of PALISADES, one of the big

U.S. Shipping Board trans-Atlantic freighters. His death in November 1939 precluded service again in World War II, but he would certainly have volunteered had he been around. As a fighter, he was "dynamite."

This article is based on an earlier one of the same title in Steamboat Bill, Summer 1975.

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Lost in the Sarga Or a Reasonable

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MGen. Perry B. Grifflth. USAF (Ret.)

The 1934 West Point class thundered into a depressed world on 12 June. June Week I was caught out with a girl after taps and got slugged until Graduation Parade. My Wellesley girl had already been to Annapolis and was now slumming at the Rock Pile with my parents. I finally got to see her closely at Graduation Hop. Meanwhile, some guy on the Severn already held a pat hand and I hadn't even been dealt a card yet.

After graduation, I avoided all hydrants while driving my folks to the Main Line and returned to New York.

Ne.xt morning. Dale Mayberry, USNA '33, convoyed me to a docked mud scow, SS PRESIDENT H.ARDING, and disclaimed further guardianship. Dale's ship was swinging around the hook in New York Harbor. He and I were kids together and he came up to graduation, then to help see off my best (I stupidly thought) girl.

The Commandant of Cadets had selected six of us to join the Midshipman Cruise in the UK. A diverse lot. only one had worn stars. One was a cadet captain and four branches were represented, but all had lettered in a sport. I guess he figured six jocks were better than throwing darts at a class roster. We were: Harvey Alness. Jack Neely and Dale Smith, headed for flying school; Tom Crystal, an Artilleryman; Jim Walsh (the star man) an Engineer: and Griffith, a Cavalryman.

The crossing was uneventful. A leggy, come-hither brunette who looked like Kay Francis spent it in a deck chair reading Nijinsky, and a tall, shifty-eyed guy with claim to being a White Russian passed six days flattering us in the bar.

The last night, when our billfolds took flight, he became suspect, but we couldn't fix blame. However, we gathered he rode the tubs awaiting masquerade nights, then went to work on pigeons' property with fingers, at bridge tables, that could do more with a fist full Shipmate. July-August 1981

of wheat thins than I could with a stacked deck.

Sliding into Portsmouth Harbor, we saw the ARKANSAS and WYOMING.

Ashore was a Marine who escorted us to the ARKANSAS, showed us the port bunkroom and introduced our bunkmates. Spike Webb, the boxing coach, and Alan Blow Cook, an English instructor.

Neely, Alness, Griffith. Walsh, Crystal and Smith aboard SS PRESIDENT HARDING

The Marine, Lt. Walter Asmuth '32, said Admiral Train, expected us to lunch—in uniform. Donning cadet whites, with new officer's insignia, we reported to the flag lieutenant. The admiral, an affable man, chatted a bit, and our ex-cadet adjutant, Tom Crystal, who handled our protocol niceties, said we'd hke to bug off, milk Europe dry, and rejoin the ship on the Riviera—all but Pinky Alness, who felt he should stay aboard. The admiral agreed, said to tell Captain Coffin, the skipper, and we could leave after lunch—my first 22-boy curry, something I got to know well on three later Navy tours.

After lunch, my cousin, Nevin Shaffer '35, came over from the WYOMING. He got us ashore. We took a rattler and ended up in Reading—lost. Hours later, in London we found digs and, while searching for a cafe, spent two hours fighting off streetwalkers on every side street and back alley in Soho.

We visited the British Museum, hard by our flat, Woolwich, Sandhurst and two West Point Rhodes Scholars at Oxford—Tick Bonesteel, later to collect four stars, and Jim McCormack, a wheel on the Manhattan Project in the Forties, AF major general and later. Chairman of Comsat's Board.

Bill Snow, a recent Harvard grad, had been in the HARDING with us and went wherever we did. Bill, an umpteenth secretary in the Paris Embassy, knew French and helped greatly. He later became an Under Secretary of State. After a week we took a train to Dover, the ferry to Calais and ended in Paris. That night Bill got tickets to the Follies to see Mistinguette. Afterwards Bill said, "C'mon, let's go to 22 Rue Blondelle!"

With no idea what he meant, in a nether region of Paris—guys in turtlenecks, that kind of stuff—Bill lead us through a passageway, pushed two swinging doors and voild!—dozens of women dressed in nothing but shoes! A shopworn old broad sat like a trafficcourt judge on a high stool behind a desk, and some pasty-faced character impersonating Chevaher-type songs on an accordion reigned at the room's other end. Tongue-tied, we signalled for six beers and some wine, tried chatting with women of varying ages and looks, but all naked as jay birds. Finally, gasping for air, we reclaimed our titles as country boys and fled.

Bill took us to everything of consequence. His language helped and he knew French history, an assist to me, whose grade in Caesar's accounts of forays in Gallic territory was probably the lowest ever recorded in my high school's history.

Munich was next, where we tried drinking the Hofbrau Haus dry and eating all their sauerkraut and foot-long sausages. The place was always wall to wall 25

brown shirts, guys truculently haranguing the Western Powers and everything not Nazi. Extreme care was taken, our impulse being to emit occasional razzberries, but we aimed to see Italy and those bully boys would as soon stomp us to death as glance at us.

In Rome, through the Attache and Ambassador Long, our boy captain wangled invitations to see Mussolini, to a party, and to see the Pope (Tom and Jim were Catholics). Captain Coffin was up from Naples to be decorated by Mussolini. The bonging was in a huge room, with this massive-headed, runty guy sitting behind a big desk at the far end—everything big but him. All in full regimentals, we marched in. II Duce rose, left the dais, pinned a bong on the skipper's chest, brushed cheeks, and that was it. Mussolini's stature was amazing.

I'm not tall, but alongside him I was, and alongside Smith, at 6'6", WOW! At the Papal audience, he blessed our class rings. In mid-Atlantic mine hit on a breech block and the setting broke. Tom and Jim said it served an Episcopalian right for leaving their fold and then taking advantage of the Pope's drag on High.

That night at the Embassy with a bunch of American Vassarites on tour, girls all seeming to be named Missy, Buffy or Priscilla, we were introduced to Cointreau. Jack and I awoke next morning on a park bench in an ugly part of town, but with our possessions yet intact—all but our unscrewed heads—something in today's Italy that sure as hell wouldn't ever happen.

Dragging ourselves up to Nice, after loitering at Monaco a day or so, we reported in, bought Marine khakis and were assigned as gun captains to several 5" batteries. Pinky explained the drill, and we set about justifying our existence on the cruise and aboard.

In Gibraltar the ship's aviator bought a bottle of scotch and several of us went to the La Linea bull fights. Under a merciless sun, when the jug ran dry the bulls and fighters had become adagio dancers, we assisted each other back to the ship before ending up in the arena or La Linea's slammer.

At sea our gun crews did well and were commended by the captain. The crossing was uneventful until, 600 miles off Norfolk, a fine silt settled on deck and the ship's paper reported this as Oklahoma dust—the stuff that, in 1934, started Okies westward to California.

Spike Webb ("Littie Rico" to us) was always shadow boxing about the deck.

Alan Blow Cook had his Fall papers to 26

work up and was rather reclusive, but we knew all the first classmen and ship's officers, and some contacts have lasted lifetimes. One fine lad was from Pittsburgh, Jim Reniers. Others were a redhead named Crowder; Gene Fluckey, who dated my later-to-be wife when she was at Friends School; Slade Cutter, the boxer, and Eddie Outlaw.

In 1935, Cutter's and Fluckey's ship visited the Presidio of Monterey, where I was stationed. Hordes of bluejackets swarmed to our service club bar. One sailor got in a fight with a horse shoer.

Cutter was Shore Patrol CO and inspecting the joint. The farrier took a good knock, grabbed a bottle, smashed it on the bar and made for the sailor. Slade stepped in and let the shoer have one off the deck that blew the man clean across the room.

Scratch cadets' and mids' skins and you'll find little difference, the values of both being inter-changeable. So long as we have three Academies, the U.S. need not fear the future—no matter how cloudy and how stupidly things seem to be run, sometimes, in Washington. This, of course, is a function of inverse distance, as measured from the individual to the man with the inevitable scythe.

Two old Air Corps pioneers were USNA products: Generals Louis Brereton '11 and Hugh Knerr '08. At the Air War College we had several Navy and Marine classmates. Despite the then raging B-36 controversy, we got on famously. Today, the USAF has a number of USNA grads who are general officers, two being Phil Conley '50, the Test Pilot School Head at Edwards, and Tom Stafford '52, the astronaut, now retired.

I later served as Deputy for Air to Admiral Red Hanlon '21, and was Vice Commander to Admirals Page Smith '24, Dave McDonald '28 and Don Griffin '27 in London, all sterling, admirable characters.

Besides two naval cousins—Shaffer'31 and Shaffer '35—another, Jeanne Mock, married Bill Hulson '37. He was killed in a North Island crash. Jeanne became a WAVE officer in WW II and married Skeeter Gardes, also '37.

Of our Rock Pile six: Jack Neely was first to buy the farm. Shortly out of flying school, while piloting a B-10 when instrument flying was needle, ball, air speed and a nail hanging from a string.

Jack angered into a Rhode Island hill in a pea soup fog. I lost a close and highly valued friend.

Jim Walsh commanded the New Orleans River and Harbor District. During an inspection tour, at Vicksburg he had a

heart attack and left us in 1960—a much admired man in our class.

Tommy Crystal got a Ph.D., won a Silver Star in WW II, ran the InterAmerican Defense College, instructed at Stanford, and succumbed to the Big C in 1971.

Pinky Alness was a leading AF planner with a lustrous reputation on the Air Staff. He got two Silver Stars in the War, retired with three stars and now lives in San Antonio.

Dale Smith is one of the country's more brilhant strategic thinkers. He commanded a bomb group in the War, got a Ph.D. at Stanford, was a JCS advisor in the Sixties, has written several books, is a forthright speaker for his cause, and last Fall presented his case in the ROA magazine for changing the National Security Act of 1947. Dale retired with two stars and lives in Reno.

I married Florence Parker, the regimental commander's daughter, at the Presidio. We went to the Cavalry School. After the Advanced Equitation Course and while striving for the Olympic Equitation Team, the '40 Games were scrubbed. I went to flying school. I was a group CO overseas in WW II and was in Korea. Six Washington years followed, including two Eniwetok Tests.

Command of a B-57 Division, and USAF Director of Safety came next. The London duty followed and, finally, a responsible job connected with the Middle East, India, Pakistan and Africa, South of the Sahara.

We six knew this would be the only post-adolescent hurrah for us before zeroing in on lifetimes of hard reality and God-knows-what. So, in excusable college-boy fashion, our hejira through Europe, marked by dicey adventure and a trail of empty botties, ended. Our extremely varied lives then began: three wars, repeated Washington duty, schools, and plenty of command spots for all but Jack and, in part, Jim. But we had had a good introduction to the Navy.

I might change some of my act on a reincarnated go-round of life. But one thing I'd never change is the wearing of a class ring from the USNA, USMA or the USAFA—not for anything on earth.

Someday I shall, for a harp or a coal scutUe, but here on earth, I won't.

And that's an article of faith.

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Ranit, Highest in the U.S Five-Star Devices,

Six-Star

Titles

Lieutenant Colonel Philip S. Gage, Jr. USA (Ret.)

The recent death of General of the Army Omar Bradley, last survivor of the five-star "supremos" of World War II, generated some press comments on the relative seniority of those officers and previous appointees to similar ranks in bygone years. This article should clear up any confusion along that line.

George Washington was "General and Commander-in-Chief of the Army of the United Colonies" during the Revolution, but with the three-star rank of lieutenant general. On 3 March 1799 Congress passed a bill providing that "the commander of the Army of the United Colonies shall be . . . commissioned by the style 'General of the Armies of the United Colonies' and the office of Lieutenant General (be) abolished." No record has ever been found to indicate that Washington actually had this title conferred upon him, and he was buried with the rank of lieutenant general—but no one ever doubted his superiority of command.

After Washington's death. Congress passed an act of 14 May 1800 that authorized President Adams to suspend any further appointments as "General of the Armies." Probably because of the small size of the Army (1800 men), for economy reasons, and perhaps because Adams thought the title competitive with his as "Commander-in-Chief," he signed the bill and did away with the unfilled office.

The title "General of the Army," with four-star rank, was conferred on General Ulysses S. Grant on 25 July 1866. On his accession to the presidency, it passed to WilHam T. Sherman and, on his death, to Philip H. Sheridan on I June 1888. All three had been lieutenant generals before promotion to General of the Army, and the tide expired with Sheridan.

In 1815 the Navy began unofficially designating its "Senior Officer," but the highest rank was captain—commodore being a courtesy title for command of a Shipmate, July-August 1981

group of ships. On 2 March 1859 Congress appointed Charles Stewart, longestlived of the 1812 heroes, "Senior Flag Officer," but the title, created for him, expired on his death in 1869. In 1862 the rank of rear admiral was established, Stewart being so promoted on the retired list, and in 1866 David G. Farragut was appointed the first admiral and designated as "Senior Officer of the Navy."

When he died in 1870, his rank and designation passed to VAdm. David D. Porter, who remained on active duty until his death in 1891.

Again, the rank and designation expired with the incumbent. After the Spanish-American War, on 2 March 1899, Congress gave RAdm. George Dewey the rank and title of ' 'Admiral of the Navy," but specified that "whenever such office shall be vacant by death or otherwise, the office shall cease to exist." Unlike Farragut and Porter, who had no four-star contemporaries, Dewey needed a uniform distinction and chose a collar device of two gold fouled anchors, each surmounted by a star, instead of the standard one. He died in 1917, and the rank and device with him.

On 8 September 1919 General John J. Pershing was promoted by Act of Congress to "General of the Armies," another lifetime designation for the incumbent only. However, Pershing chose not to relinquish his four stars for some other device, and wore them to his grave.

Until Pershing's promotion, four-star rank and designation as General of the Army or Admiral of the Navy had only been authorized for Washington, Grant, Sherman, Sheridan and Dewey—and Washington's appointment was never effected. Stewart, Farragut and Porter's designations as "Senior Officer of the Navy" were honors indeed, but simply recognized what they in fact were.

Pershing's promotion, like Grant and Dewey's, was intended to set him above

his contemporaries, recognizing that it required a rank above four stars. But, with the exception of Dewey, none of these officers wore other than their fourstar insignia—the five-star device was 25 years in the future.

Since Pershing's appointment was as "General of the Armies," it was argued by some that he was the highest ranking officer in U.S. history. However, subsequent debate and discussion decided that the plural was immaterial—used only to reflect the larger distribution of forces world-wide at that time—and that "General of the Army" and "General of the Armies" were one and the same in the honor and prestige conferred.

Public Laws of 14 December 1944 and 23 March 1946 created, in a sense, a new rank bearing five stars to honor the Army, Navy and Air Corps leaders of World War II. The new ranks, General of the Army and Fleet Admiral, were an "inflation of grade" so to speak; they were the equivalent of other nations' field marshalls, indicating greater responsibilities but not that the officer was in sole command of his service as in the cases of Washington, Grant, Sherman, Sheridan, Dewey and Pershing. Until Pershing died in 1948, he was senior to all the new five-stars, not only from seniority but because he was general of all the armies and there was no other.

The first of the five-stars of 1944, in order of rank, were Admiral Leahy, General Marshall, Admiral King, General MacArthur, General Eisenhower, General Arnold (designated as "General of the Air Corps"), and Admiral Nimitz, all given rank and title for life. Since the law provided that there could be four living five-stars in each service. Admiral Halsey was so promoted in December 1945 and, when General Arnold became General of the Air Force in 1949, General Bradley was promoted to the vacant Army billet—and was the last survivor of that extraordinary group.

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USNA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

ENTRY BLANK USNA Alumni Golf Tournament—Homecoming 1 9 8 1 23 October 1981, USNA Golf Course

OFFICERS President ADM. WILLIAM P. MACIC USN (Ret.) '37

18 Hole Medal Play, Flighted by handicaps but no handicaps used within flights, and a Calloway System flight for those without handicaps

Annapolis MD Vice President (Eastern Area)ADM. JAMES L . HOLLOWAY USN (Ret.) '43

Annapolis MD Vice President (Central Area)L G E N . THOMAS P. STAFFORD U S A F (Ret.) '52

Norman OK Vice President (Western Area)R A D M . ROBERT B . ERLY USN (Ret.) '37

Notes: (1) Names of national finalist entries will be submitted by their local chapters. Individuals should submit own entry application. National finalists will be automatically entered in Open Division as well.

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(2) Carts to be paid for when signing in at course.

Executive DirectorCAPT. W . S. BUSIK USN (Ret.) '43

Annapolis MD

(3) Entry fees are not refundable; they will be used to defray tournament expenses with any remainder going to the Navy Golf Team. This applies in case inclement weather forces cancellation of the tournament.

TreasurerCAPT. i. D. OLIVER , JR. USN (Ret.) '43

Annapolis MD

TRUSTEES (4) Starting times will be assigned by the Tournament Committee, beginning at 0815 on 23 October.

Past PresidentADM. ROY L . JOHNSON USN (Ret.) '29

Virginia Beach VA

(5) Entries must be received not later than 1 October, preferred as soon as possible. Early entry will assure early start.

Superintendent's RepresentaliveCAPT. J. L. CLEARWATER USN '57

USNA, Annapolis MD

(6) Wives may play with their husbands.

At Large (To serve through Spring Meeting 1982)

(7) Make checks payable to USNA Alumni Golf Tournaments; $10 each for alumnus, $5 for wives. Mail to Alumni House—Attn.: Homecoming '81 Golf Tournament.

MR. ROBERT S . CUNNINGHAM '59 CDR. PAUL E . GALANTI USN '62 CDR. MILES A. LIBBEY HI USN '67 L G E N . THOMAS F . STAFFORD USAF (Ret.) '52

(To serve through Spring Meeting 1983) CAPT. CHARLES E . BOYERIII U S M C '71

GEN. ROBERT E . CUSHMAN, JR. USMC (Ret.) '35

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CAPT. EDWARD A. RODGERS USN (Ret.) '40 V A D M . BERNARD M . STREAN USN (Ret.) '33

(To serve through Spring Meeting 1984) MR. WILLIAM D . CRAWFORD '48 CDR. STEPHEN M . DUNCAN U S N R R '63 CAPT. RoBEhT T. S. KEITH, JR. USN '58 CAPT. JAMES A. LOVELL, JR. USN (Ret.) '52

From Local Chapters CAPT. SIDNEY E . VEAZEY USN '59

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OPEN DIVISION. My handicap is.

I will advise of any change as of 1 September 1981. (Handicap cards or authorization note from your Pro will be required on signing in.)

Greater Washington DC Association MR. JOSEPH N . PORTNEY '52

Los Angeles

.CALLOWAY Division. I do not have an established handicap. In this division handicaps will be determined from tournament scores.

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New York MR. JOHN W . HAMILTON '68

North Texas

. I have enclosed $10 entry fee for myself (and an additional $5 entry fee for my wife).

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By a Joint Resolution of Congress, approved by President Ford on 11 October 1976, LGen. George Washington was posthumously raised to the rank of "General of the Armies of the United States," effective 4 July 1976, with rank and precedence over all other grades of the Army past or present. (Nothing was said about six stars as a rank device.)

That effectively ended any question as to the semantics of relative rank and precedence.

In summary, the ranks of General of the Anny(ies) and Admiral of the Navy, indicating the supreme command within the service, have been conferred upon only six individuals: Washington during the Revolution (thought not implemented until 200 years later); Grant, Sherman and Sheridan (the latter two by inheritance) after the Civil War; Dewey after the Spanish-American War; and Pershing after World War I. Farragut and Porter (again by inheritance), though designated as "Senior Officer of the Navy" were not given rank above admiral but, because they were the only admirals of their time, should be ranked with the nine five-star appointees during and after Worid War II. And, of them all, Washington still stands first, officially as well as in the hearts of his countrymen. <Xf

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Lucky Bag of Books Gunpowder and Galleys: Changing Technology and Mediterranean War at Sea in the Sixteenth Century

by John Francis Guilmartin. Jr. London: Cambridge University Press, 1974. Reprinted 1980 John Guilmartin's Gunpowder and Galleys offei^ everything which even the best of historical studies usually lack.

His brilliant analysis of the sixteenth centui^' Mediteiranean naval affairs makes a major contribution to an understanding of the role of maritime war. piracy, commerce raiding and international poUtics. Of transcendental importance, however, is his "extremely acute analysis" which, in historian John Keegan's words, "enlarges our understanding of all amphibious campaigns, particularly in the Pacific war of 1939-1945. Guilmartin also tantalizingly outUnes . . . a new theory of naval warfare, more comprehensive than that of Mahan which has so long held the field."

Until the sixteenth century the war galley was the only effective warship.

The saiUng ship was not yet perfected and heavy ordnance was lacking because of the economical and technological cost of building brass cannons. The galley, with its human limitations on endurance and mobility, monopolized offensive violence but could not maintain a close and continuous blockade and could not exercise command of the sea. Hence the climactic bank of fleet against fleet, the core of Mahan's theory of seapower, was irrelevant in the Mediterranean. Mahan saw commerce raiding as a waste of effort: victory at sea came through destruction of the enemy's seaborne commerce by destroying the enemy fleet, sweeping his commerce from the seas and blockading his harbors to choke off his trade at the source.

Mahan pointed out the fallacy of a parallel between the war galley of the sixteenth century and the steam warship of the twentieth, and was cautious about extending his generalizations into the Med. But the deceptive simplicity of his broad concepts of sea power and control of the sea gave them the force of dogma.

No effective intellectual counter to Mahanism ever developed: his ideas are alone, unchallenged and unmodified, and Western scholars tend to analyze problems automatically in Mahanist terms.

Hence problems such as the sixteenth Shipmate, July-August 1981

century Mediterranean warfare are obscured badly. Here, control of the sea was impossible, and without control the importance of maritime trade in a naval war also becomes suspect. Only Venice of the Mediterranean powers depended on her maritime trade and was Mahanian in outlook: the other two great naval powers and the continental powers, less interested and unable to control the sea, were generally unconcerned with destruction of the enemy fleet as an end in itself.

The Mahanian fallacies in Mediterranean warfare clouded interpretations by modem historians of several highly significant battles: Jiddah, Prevesa, Djerba and Lepanto. If the decisiveness of victory is measured by the degree of destruction suffered by the enemy fleet.

Lepanto and Djerba did not produce control of the sea and could not have been decisive: but both were decisive because of the critical loss of manpower.

Prevesa was misunderstood because the modem Mahanian historian is unfamihar with the amphibious tactics of that era.

Mahanian suppositions rooted in the eighteenth century experience with sea powerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;fleets of warships under centralized control in pursuit of purely military objectives, sharp distinctions between intense military conflict and peaceful commerce, opposition to piracy and to the use of armed violence at sea for private gainâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;none of these distinctions holds in the sixteenth century Mediterranean.

Here one finds no clear distinction between piracy and commerce. Navies were self-sustaining: the naval commander covered his operating costs by private trade concessions. One finds the utter inapplicability of modem assumptions about the relationships between naval commanders and their governments.

There were few sharp, dramatic battles to clear the sea of hostile ships: galleys waged near continuous raids against merchant ships.

Gunpowder and Galleys is a brilliant study: perhaps most surprising is the fact that author LCol. John F. Guilmartin is an Air Force officer currently serving as editor of the Air University Review. As a piece of historical research and a benchmark in naval thought, and for the analytical genius in historical method by

which he develops his conclusions, the book is indispensible. No naval historian or student of strategy should be without it.

Paul Schratz '39 Capt. USN (Ret.)

China Ensign

by RAdm. Joe W. Styker USN (Ret.), Vantage Press, 516 W. 34th St., New York, NY 10001, 150 pages, $8.95 The China Station in the late 1920s must have been a fascinating place for a young naval officer to have had duty.

My late Naval Academy classmate's fittie book China Ensign really reinforces that belief. I judge it was a lot of fun.

But, as Admiral Stryker points out, there was much work for and responsibility to be taken by freshly-caught young officers, particularly in the smaller and usuaUy independently-operating ships.

In his description of life in the great ports, the river ports and aboard ship, he, in only 150 pages, tells a pretty complete story of the gUttery side of shore leave, of the seamy side of life with the lax morals of local authorities and other people, and of the then-current history of a China at war with itself. Some people could be shocked by his frank talk and at his direct and indirect references to the conduct of the times, but he was right to be explicit.

In almost all cases, especiaUy when talking about classmates and shipmates, he uses pseudonyms for his real characters, so here is a good guessing game for those interested.

In my opinion, for those who were there or have at other times been on the old Whangpoo, the Yangtze and in the ports of China, and for anyone interested in how things were done in the "good old days," this book is a most readable delicacy.

Schuyler N. Pyne '25 RAdm. USN (Ret.) 'If

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Congress Nearing Decisions On Compensation, Weapons Although legislative decisions on military matters are being made with dizzying speed some fairly definite trends could be deduced at press time.

The 1 July 5.3 percent military pay raise is all but dead, even though the Senate Budget Committee allowed money for it in its version of the first concurrent resolution governing the fiscal 1982 budget and even though Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger and other Defense leaders were still urging it in appearances before Congress and in Armed Forces Day speeches.

The House and Senate Armed Services Committees instead are processing bills providing for pay raises, increased travel allowances and other benefits effective 1 October. The House group is leaning towards a 14.3 percent increase then, as well as higher re-enlistment bonuses. The Senate committee wants to allocate part of the raise to specific grades and is dubious about a bonus increase. The Administration wanted a 9.1 percent raise on 1 October in addition to the 5.3 percent 1 July raise. It wants 4.8 percent for civilian govemment workers effective 1 October.

House and Senate Budget Committees accept the civiHan proposal and Senate Budget endorses the military plan. But the House Budget Committee, while citing need for a military raise of more than 4.8 percent, suggested no amount and suggested a combination of across-theboard and selective grade increases.

As passed by House and Senate, the budget resolutions call for once-a-year increases for military and civilian retirees. Beyond that, again there is dis agreement. The Senate Committee would have skipped the March 1982 raise, but money was added on the Senate floor to allow that increase. The Senate version also calls for basing retired pay raises on the lower of the increases in the Consumer Price Index and the average wage index. The House does not.

These budget resolutions impose a series of doUar reductions but, while making recommendations, leave it up to the committees having legislative jurisdiction to come up by June with decisions on just how the savings will be effected.

The Budget Committees acquiesce in the Public Health Service Hospital stageout.

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dropping flight training and correspondence courses from the GI Bill and veterans dental care cuts.

The Armed Services Committees have reported and House and Senate have passed Defense supplemental authorization bills for 1981 and reported similar authorizations for 1982. The authorization bills approve reactivation of battleship NEW JERSEY (a move to delete it faihng on the Senate floor). The House committees approves reactivation of carrier ORISKANY; the Senate bill does not.

Many Health Issues in Air Congress so far has produced much speculation—and some action—on service health matters.

On the one hand, a dental care program for military families was shaping up: on the other, a veterans' dental program was facing cuts. On the one hand, the Administration was proposing the closing of the PubUc Health Service's eight hospitals and 27 clinics; on the other, the Comptroller General was recommending (and the services were agreeing) that more beds for retired military personnel should be provided in military hospitals.

In still other developments, the fiscal 1982 military construction program submitted to Congress provides for increased hospital construction, including a new Naval Hospital at San Diego, where the Navy is undertaking another review of a site. And the CHAMPUS program is going to allow service people in six cities to join health maintenance organizations.

Under the three-year test of this supplement to CHAMPUS care, participating families would pay part of the dues, but they could not use other CHAMPUS services or military medical facilities.

The test was authorized by a provision in the 1981 Defense Appropriations Act. A dental bill- was passed by the House in 1980 but the Senate Armed Services Committee wanted further study of details. However, the House Armed Services Military Personnel and Compensation Committee has already held hearings on a plan.

In its tentative form, care would be provided for dependents of active-duty personnel only, not retirees. Operated as part of the CHAMPUS program, the plan calls for paying all costs of examinations, emergency work and preventive

dentistry; for 80 percent of the costs of fillings, and for half the cost of dentures, crowns, etc., with an annual cap of $1,250 a person.

Neither Office of Management and Budget nor Secretary of Defense has voiced support yet, but the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs and the Surgeons General support the plan. The Assistant Secretary, Dr. John H. Moxley III, however, warned the subcommittee that such a plan must compete for a share of the $370 million the budget earmarks for all new military benefits exclusive of general pay raises.

(A big part of that sum is destined to pay more change-of-station expenses.) It is probable a dental plan will be included in the 1982 Defense Authorization Bill which House Armed Services Committee was reporting in mid-May. Five improvements in CHAMPUS have been submitted to the Defense Department and the Office of Management and Budget, the director of the CHAMPUS Office, Theodore Wood, told the same subcommittee. The changes would: —Place retirees and their dependents over 65 under CHAMPUS, with CHAMPUS coverage taking up after Medicare payments are made.

—Give active-duty dependents the sanie eye examinations military medical facilities provide when the dependent is in an area without military medical facilities.

—Eliminate the annual deductible and the 20 percent charge for out-patient services under CHAMPUS for active-duty dependents in areas where they do not have access to military medical facilities.

—Allow CHAMPUS to do its own updating of what are reasonable charges by doctors.

—And give CHAMPUS more flexibility in the lengths of contracts it negotiates with fiscal intermediaries—the claims-processing agents.

While the service dental plan was being considered, another House Committee—Veterans Affairs—was considering a Reagan Administration proposal to to curtail free outpatient dental care for veterans, now provided the first year after military service. The House and Senate Budget Committees have endorsed the cut.

Several previous attempts were made to close the Public Health Service facilities but Congress rejected them. In this year's economic climate, the outcome is Shipmate, July-August 1981

not certain, but, again, the Budget Committees go along with the President. In addition to Coast Guard personnel and dependents and merchant seamen, the hospitals provide much care for active and retired personnel of the other services and their dependents. The eight hospitals are located in Baltimore, Boston, Houston, New Orleans, Norfolk, San Francisco, Seattle and Staten Island.

More Coast Guard People, Money To the personnel and operating fund increases asked for the Coast Guard by President Reagan the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee is proposing a further substantial increase in hardware.

The hardware—or "acquisition, construction and improvement"—account was the only part of the President's request changed by the committee when it reported a Coast Guard authorization bill, S. 831, to the Senate. The bill was passed by the Senate without change.

After the House acts the actual money will be voted in a separate bill. The appropriations can be less than the authorizations.

In addition to the authorizatons for coming fiscal 1982, S. 831 makes additional authorizations for the current year and changes permanent personnel and other laws.

It allows an extra 219 active-duty personnel for this year, and another 85 for next year, for an '82 total of 39,904.

Next year, the committee predicts, the Coast Guard will have about 250 vessels, 2,000 small boats, 50 fixed-wing aircraft, 100 heUcopters and 1,000 shore units.

The bill approves the requested extra $88,840,000 in operating expenses for this year, to meet 1980 pay raises, fuel costs and make good some of the wear on equipment caused by the Cuban boatlift.

The Commerce Committee told the Senate it is convinced the Coast Guard is being called on to perform an increasing number of missions with ' 'fewer and fewer resources." But it is not increasing personnel above the budget request because of the current "Roles and Missions Study." When that study is completed by the end of the year it may recommend dropping some missions or shifting them to private operation, the committee observed.

Two aspects of the committee report are of special interest to Navy-Marine personnel. Noting the administration proposal to close the Public Health Service hospitals, the committee said the Coast Guard estimates it would cost that service about $28 million to provide the equivalent benefits. On the same rationale, CHAMPUS would have to pay for medical care Navy and other service reShipmate, July-August 1981

tirees and dependents now receive from the Public Health Service. The other was committee praise of Navy attempts to create a closer working relationship with the Coast Guard. "The committee notes the Navy's desire to provide the most advanced weapons and electronics systems on the new . . . medium endurance cutters and to assist in the mid-life renovation of the . . . 378-foot endurance cutter." This, and the "prospect of limited Coast Guard membership on the Joint Chiefs of Staff' will "enhance our nation's defense posture."

The committee increased the "hardware, construction and improvement" account almost 50 percent above the Reagan budget, observing that Coast Guard ships average 27 years of age compared with 14.7 years for Navy ships.

The account will authorize funding: —The last three of the 13 new medium-endurance cutters.

—Eight 55-foot replacement buoy boats.

—Relocating the Los Angeles Air Station from leased space at the intemational airport to NAS Point Mugu.

—41 medium-range HU-25A replacements for the aging HU-16Es and 32HH65A short-range copters. (The first two HUs were to be delivered in May.) —To renovate 14 seagoing buoy tenders; re-engine and improve habitability of three 95-foot patrol boats; put more powerful engines and other improvements in icebreaker STORIS, which operates off Alaska's north slope.

—Improved sensors, radars and other ship equipment and aids to navigation.

—Various shore facilities including 50 family quarters at a number of locations.

The permanent laws the authorization bill would amend includes removing the requirement of recent law that Reserve officers recalled to duty other than to work with the Reserves or Selective Service be considered for promotion with their Regular counterparts. Under the amendment, only Reserves ordered to duty for 12 months or more under standard written agreements will be considered with Regulars.

Another change subjects inactive Reservists to draft registration on the same basis as inactive Reservists of other services.

And another makes the rear admiral designated as Chief of Staff" senior to all other Coast Guard rear admirals and exempts him from the continuation proceedings other rear admirals face after four or five years in grade.

than almost any other form of federal outlay.

Although the Administration does not want a new GI Education Bill until next year, preferring to assess the results of increases in service compensation, the House Veterans Committee has been holding hearings on such a bill and the Senate Veterans Committee is scheduling hearings for July.

And House and Senate Veterans Committees have voted to preserve, at least through fiscal 1982, the 92 special "store front" offices set up to counsel Vietnam War veterans.

Service and VA officials testifying before the House Veterans group have deplored lack of success of the Veterans Educational Assistance program set up in 1977. Under that program, the Defense Department puts up $2 (sometimes more for critical skill people) for each dollar a service member deposits into an education account. Of the nearly 320,000 who signed for the program, 42 percent have dropped out. Congress was told, and many have asked refund of the $25 to $100 they deposited each month.

A variety of GI Bills have been introduced in both House and Senate. The bill reported by a House subcommittee, with changes is H.R. 1400, introduced by the chairman of the Veterans Committee, Rep. Montgomery (D-Miss.), and cosponsored by the ranking Republican on Veterans Affairs and by several Armed Services committeemen of both parties.

H.R. 1400 provides coflege educational aid for Regular and—on a reduced basis—for Selected Reserve members. It also would allow some careerists in critical skills to transfer some or all their benefits to dependents.

Some of the 39 enUsted representatives who appeared before a special GI Bill fomm sponsored by the Fleet Reserve Association and Rep. Duncan Hunter (RCalif.) have been dubious about transfer rights, worried that their cost would affect allowances for the serviceman himself. Basing entitlements on skills also was opposed. Service officials are concemed that a GI Bill, while encouraging enlistments, would discourage reenhstments.

The House Committee also has already approved a bill, H.R. 1100, which would broaden the medical and compensation benefits of former prisoners of war. And Chairman Montgomery has introduced a bill to extend the special noncompetitive appointments to federal jobs for Vietnam veterans for two years beyond their scheduled 30 September expiration.

GI, Other Vet Bills Move Benefits for veterans have been more successful so far in surviving cutbacks proposed by the Reagan Administration

RDF Made Independent Command The Rapid Deployment Command of Gen. Paul X. Kelly USMC, has been 33

made a unified command, reporting directly to the Secretary of Defense. Approving the action, Secretary Caspar Weinberger placed operational control of the Army's 56,000-man 18th Corps under Gen. Kelly. The corps, which includes the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, would still be available for assignment to Europe if needed. The Joint Chiefs of Staffâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;except Marine Commandant Robert Barrowâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;had wanted the RDC to be part of the unified European Command, under its Army general.

The RDF is headquartered at MacDill AFB, Tampa, Florida.

Criticism of the failure to reach decision on the command stracture has been voiced by the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services' new Seapower and Force Projections Subcommittee, Sen. William S. Cohen (R-Maine.). Sen. Cohen praised Gen. Kelly for his support of a separate unified command.

The Navy, meanwhile, is at least temporarily abandoning any plans for homeporting ships in the Indian Ocean in favor of continuing to rotate ships to the area.

ample, Adm. Thomas B. Hay ward said Navy people are performing in a magnificent way, with great distinction. The CNO said military pay and compensation continued to be his first priority.

Rep. James M. Jeffords (R-Vt.) also had praise for the crews in the Indian Ocean. Returning from his two-week Reserve active-duty tour aboard carrier RANGER, Mr. Jeffords told the House "these young men are the unsung heroes of the hostage crisis." Despite long deployments of 150 days or more, and long, seven-day-a-week workdays, "their spirits," Mr. Jeffords said, "were boosted by their recognition of the importance of their mission."

Chairman John Tower (R-Texas) of the Senate Armed Services Committee predicted, in an interview with Associated Press reporters, that the Soviet Union would provoke a crisis with the United States to test President Reagan and "see what he's made of." Sen. Tower said he didn't know what the test would be but he called the Indian Ocean "a high threat area" and said America must be ready to rush forces there to protect the Persian Gulf oilfields.

More Defense Posts Filled President Reagan is gradually filling out the gaps in the Defense administrative team. Since the last issue of Shipmate, the Under Secretary of Defense, two more Assistant Defense Secretaries, a new Veterans Administrator and the chief arms control negotiator have been appointed.

The Under Secretary for Research and Engineering is Richard D. DeLauer.

New AsstSecDef for International Affairs is Francis J. West, Marine Corps veteran of Vietnam, dean of advanced research at the Naval War College and a consultant since 1977 to SecNav and CNO. Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs is Henry E. Catto, Jr., former Ambassador to El Salvador and former White House Chief of Protocol.

The new administrator of Veterans Affairs is Col. Robert P. Nimmo USAF (Ret.), veteran of World War II and Korea. Col. Nimmo became a farmer, served Governor Reagan in California and was elected to the California Senate.

Chief arms control negotiator is LGen. Edward L. Rowny USA (Ret.), who worked on the team negotiating SALT II but denounced the final treaty submitted to the Senate by President Carter.

What They're Saying Navy people are performing at tremendously high levels, the Chief of Naval Operations has told the Senate Armed Services Committee. Citing their performance in the Indian Ocean as an ex34

Other Developments President Reagan signed into law 14 April as PL 97-9 the joint resolution (H.J.Res. 182) designating 26 April 1981 as "National Recognition Day for Veterans of the Vietnam Era." The Senate meanwhile passed another joint resolution, S.J.Res. 50, designating 17 July 1981 as "National P.O.W.M.I.A. Recognition Day." It authorizes the President to proclaim the day in honor of the prisoners and missing of all U.S. wars.

Sen. Roger Jepsen (R-Iowa) has asked the Postal Service to issue a commemorative stamp to honor Vietnam Veterans.

A design has been offered by Richard Braley, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a former Marine Corps captain.

The Senate again has passed a bill to give a Congressional charter to the U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II. A similar bill was passed 18 August 1980 but died with the 96th Congress without House action. The organization has about 5,300 members and has chapters in each state, the District of Columbia and in Australia.

With a roll call vote of 92 of the 100 Senators in favor and none opposed, the Senate on 29 April adopted a resolution (S.Res. 115) expressing its profound regret for the loss of Japanese lives and property in the sinking of the small freighter NissHO MARU in the East China Sea on 9 April by the ballistic missile submarine GEORGE WASHINGTON.

The eighth anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War was marked by re-

newed demands by a number of Congressmen for an accounting of the missing. About 2,500 U.S. servicepersons are stiU not accounted for and about 1,100 to 1,200 of them were known or reasonably believed to have been ahve in enemy custody at one time. Rep. Benjamin Gilman (R-N.Y.) reminded the House of last year's report by a Vietnamese who had helped prepare the remains of 400 Americans which were stored in a warehouse and not returned to the United States. "Some of the refugees fleeing Vietnam have indicated that they have seen Americans in a prison camp type of situation," Mr. Oilman said. "There are close to 300 first-hand live sighting reports which are being analyzed by our Defense Department."

A prime mover in last year's improvements to the Survivor Benefits Plan, Sen. Strom Thurmond (R-S.C), has introduced two more bills affecting SBP. S. 897 would give retired service people who originally rejected SBP 270 days in which to join the now-improved plan.

They would have to pay for a year, however, before coverage is effective. The bill also would allow enrollees to increase (to the legal maximum) or decrease their coverage. Sen. Thurmond's other bill, S. 611, is the latest of his many attempts to provide survivor benefits for widows whose service husbands died before SBP was created in 1972.

Defense has told the House Veterans Committee it endorses an increase in the maximum Servicemen's Group Life Insurance coverage for active and reserve personnel to $35,000. Inflation has outdated the present $20,000 limit, just as it outdated the original $10,000 hmit.

The Coast Guard has joined the Navy in more frequent wear of the uniform in Washington. Since 4 May, Coast Guard Headquarters personnel are expected to be wearing the uniform to work most weekdays.

Defense is seeking to retain control of its oversea dependent schools, a House Armed Services Subcommittee has been informed by William Delaney, the deputy director of Defense Department's school system. The Carter Administration ordered the schools put under the new Department of Education it lobbied Congress to create, but during the campaign.

Candidate Reagan said he wanted to dismantle the new department.

Insignia prices in military clothing sales stores were to have been increased 27.6 percent effective 1 June as a result of covering exchange overhead costs.

Congress ordered this markup in passing the 1981 Defense Appropriations Act. Manufacturers had complained to Congress that the insignia they sold through exchanges could not compete in price with the heavily-subsidized clothing sales stores.

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The Military-Civilian Faculty 1 9 6 0 - 1 9 8 1 (Part IV) Professor John D. Yarbro

This continues and concludes the fourpart series on the Naval Academy Faculty.

The Upgraded Faculty Clearly, to achieve and maintain an educational program of such scope, depth, and quality, the Naval Academy had needed not only enlightened guidance from its Superintendents and other senior officials but also academic leadership and creativity from the faculty. Faculty members, officers and civilians, have participated heavily in all stages of the conception and design of the original programs for validation, elective courses, minors, majors. Trident Scholars, Postgraduate Study, and seminars. Steady upgrading of faculty qualifications has gone hand in hand with these academic advances.

How has the faculty changed since the Folsom Board report of 1959? Here are some highlights: —As of November 1980 the total faculty numbered 557 members, with slightly more than half civilians. Officers have a small majority in the Division of Engineering and Weapons. They comprise about one-third of the other Divisions, except for Professional Development, which has 77 officers and two civilians. The Department of Physical Education has 12 officers and 26 civilians. Eleven civihans and four officers have facuUy status in administrative billets.

—Hiring and promotion policies for civilians were made more rigorous in the mid-60's, as we have seen. Since that time, favorable salary scales, stronger academic programs, growing research opportunities, and our select body of students have helped attract highly competent and dynamic teacher-scholars.

—The number of civilians with the Ph.D. degree in 1961 was 57, or about 27 percent. The number more than doubled by 1968, and rose to 167 by 1975. In 1980 it reached 207, or 80 percent of ciShipmate, July-August 1981

vilians, not counting those in Physical Education.

—Among the officers, 15 percent had the master's degree in 1962. This figure was 55 percent in 1965 and 73 percent in 1980—or 96 percent, if we do not count those with B.S. degrees teaching seamanship, navigation, leadership, and physical education. Presently, 15 officer instructors hold the Ph.D. —The military faculty includes eight Army, seven Air Force, and nine foreign exchange officers. The latter come from Australia, Canada, France, Italy, Japan, Mexico, West Germany, and the United Kingdom.

—Responsive to DOD Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action policies and directives, the Academy has intensified its efforts in recent years to add well qualified women and members of minorities to the faculty. At the present time the civilian faculty includes 29 women, three blacks, three Hispanics, six orientals, and three others. On the military side, there are 20 women officer faculty members, 11 blacks (two of them women), two Hispanics, and two orientals.

What the Faculty Does The primary job of faculty members at the Naval Academy is still to teach.

"You will be expected to be a fine teacher, certainly. But there is always more to Annapohs." This is a key message to newcomers from Academic Dean Bruce Davidson. Their influence and actions must extend well beyond the faculty-student classroom relationship, in keeping with the Academy's mission.

All instructors are concerned with acquiring and maintaining expertise in teaching, as also with creating effective course programs and materials. They must know how to use our excellent media resources; provide academic and professional counseling; give thorough evaluations of performance; and offer in-

dividual extra instruction when it is needed.

Day by day, furthermore, the faculty must influence midshipmen's growth and personal development, in the honored tradition of precept and example. In terms of professional qualities, this rolemodeling function is vitally important for officer-instmctors. In terms of moral and intellectual traits and achievement, it belongs to the entire faculty.

Committees and ECAs There is still "more to AnnapoHs." Officers and civilians share in many collateral duties. Academy-wide or within their divisions and departments. Some such duties are administrative or advisory, some deal with extracurricular activities (ECAs) or sports, and some involve the curriculum or special projects.

All departments have elected representatives on the Faculty Forum, both officers and civilians. As the Middle States visitors recommended, the Forum, since 1966, has served as a sounding board and as a key channel of communication between faculty and administration.

The Civilian Faculty Affairs Committee, with members elected from each department, advises the Superintendent on civilian faculty matters. The Junior Officer Advisory Group, composed of volunteers in grades 01-04, advises the Superintendent on measures to enhance officer duty at the Academy.

Among the other Academy-wide committees usually manned and chaired by facuhy members, officers or civilians, are the Black Studies Committee; Computer Advisory Board; Computer Users Committee; Counseling, Validation and Majors Committee; Educational Resources Advisory and Users Committees; Group and Faculty Curriculum Review Committees; Human Relations Advisory Council; Library Committee; Naval Academy Research Council; Officers and Faculty Club Advisory Committee; Civilian Faculty Promotion and Ten35

ure Committee; and Trident Scholars Committee.

Faculty representatives also serve as members of the Objectives Review Board and other senior boards headed by the Superintendent.

Officers fi-om most of the departments serve as representatives for some 20 academic Extracurricular Activities, in which civiUan professors also participate.

Examples: chapters of various engineering societies; honor societies in Economics, Math and Science, History, Political Science, and Mechanical Engineering; the Astronomy, Chemistry, and History Clubs; the Churchill Society and the Forensic Activity; the International Club, with five language sections; the Marine Technology Society; Masqueraders; the Military Studies Association; and the Naval Academy Foreign Affairs Conference.

On a departmental basis, faculty members also sponsor regional and national symposiums and conferences which draw coUeagues and students from other schools. Among the largest of these are the annual Foreign Affairs Conference and the biennial History Symposium.

New Academic Divisions and Departments, 1970 As previously noted, the 1966 Middle States report had advised that responsibility for development and conduct of academic programs and courses be placed in the hands of the faculty. Two USNA study groups subsequently worked out plans for reorganizing the academic department structure, one group named by the Academic Dean in 1966 and the other by the Faculty Fomm in 1968. At the urging of VAdm. Calvert, reorganization was approved in 1970, as a corollary of the new majors curriculum.

Eariier, the various disciphnes had been compressed into seven academic departments, each headed by a Navy Captain advised by a Senior Professor.

As reorganized, they were separated out to form 19 new departments (since reduced to 17). The new departments were in turn regrouped into five divisions, which now have four line Captains, USN, and one Colonel, USMC, as directors.

Division Directors, Department Chairmen The Division Directors consequently now function in the manner of deans of divisions or schools within a university.

For the departments under his cognizance, the Director is responsible for allocating resources and personnel; meet36

ing objectives and carrying out policies; nominating department chairmen; and evaluating performance and fitness. Directors of academic divisions report to the Academic Dean; the Director of Professional Development reports to the Commandant of Midshipmen. All Division Directors are voting members of the senior governance boards chaired by the Superintendent and in this capacity advise him on USNA objectives, the curriculum, professional training, management policies, resources, facilities, and administrative procedures.

Individual instruction

Civilian and military faculty walk together

Superintendent and Academic Dean

The Chairmen may be civilian professors or officers, the latter usually at the 05 level. All must possess advanced degrees in their disciplines. They are appointed by the Superintendent, upon recommendation of the Academic Dean and the Division Director, foUowing consultation with the department faculty. Civilians normally serve terms of up to foiu" years. Military chairmen are named for the duration of their tours. All serve at the pleasure of the Superintendent. Academic department chairmen report to their Division Director, or via him to the Academic Dean. This year 11 chairmen are professors and six are officers.

Chairmen are responsible, as a minimum, for operating their part of the curriculum and assuring that course objectives are met; budgeting and utilizing resources; ensuring professional development of the faculty; evaluating performance of faculty members; furthering improvements in teaching methods; encouraging research and scholarly projects; and recommending civiUan faculty for merit pay increases and promotion in grade.

Faculty Development and Research Teaching, course planning, writing â&#x20AC;˘ course materials, evaluating, counseUng, extra instruction, committee work, extracurricular activities, officer representative tasksâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;such are the services rendered by faculty members in direct support of the Naval Academy mission.

But there is yet another element in the professional life of a teacher: growth as a scholar, researcher, writer. Study and investigation on the leading edges of one's discipline are a basic complementary obligation for the top-flight college professor.

As already noted, the 1976 Middle States report singled out research interest and activities in the faculty as an area needing further stimulation and support. The Naval Academy recognizes the need for increasing emphasis on research, publications, scholariy and techShipmate, July-August 1981

nical reports, and presentation of papers at professional meetings. Encouragement in policy statements is not enough. Willing scholars and investigators need practical help, and the administration is working to provide it. Following are examples of progress in this regard: —Establishment of the Naval Academy Research Council (NARC) in 1966.

—Annual base funding of faculty and Trident Scholar projects by the Chief of Naval Research, begun in 1967.

—Completion of new laboratories in Michelson-Chauvenet Halls. 1968.

—EstabUshment of the position of Director of Research with appointment of Dr. Richard M. Mathieu. 1971.

—USNA Time Sharing Computer System. 1971.

—Opening of Nimitz Library, 1973.

—Research Activities, monthly newsletter of NARC. edited by Dr. Wilson L. Helfin. begun in 1974.

—Annual Report on Research, giving complete information on all research, reports, papers, and publications by faculty and midshipmen, begun in 1975.

—Academic Dean's Instmctional Development Program, to promote more effective and iimovative appUcations of media and computer resources to teaching, begun in 1978.

Financial Support for Research Financial support for faculty research projects at the Academy, while modest in relation to heavy flinding at graduate instimtions, is progressing towards a respectable level for an undergraduate school where primary concern must be teaching. The total has increased from $113,000 in 1966 to $1,300,000 for fiscal 1980.

In 1979-80 some 94 civilians, 19 officers, and six midshipmen Trident Scholars participated in funded research projects. Many other civilians continued scholarly work on their own.

In 1978-79, faculty members published nine books, had 92 articles appear in professional joumals, wrote 21 technical reports, and made 75 presentations at professional meetings.

Working with Dr. Mathieu, the Civilian Faculty Affairs Committee is making plans to seek substantial increases in support for faculty development from donor sources. Funds are desired for research leave fellowships, publication costs, travel to professional meetings, tuition for additional graduate study, and a variety of modest project grants to supplement those awarded by NARC.

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Research Chairs and Visiting Professors Under plans originating in 1969, the Academy annuaUy designates a few of its own faculty members or brings in outstanding scientists and engineers from other schools, DOD commands, or other govemment activities to serve for one year as Research Professors. Chairs for this purpose, sponsored by the various Navy Systems Commands, are now established in Aeronautical Systems, Naval Systems Engineering, Hydrodynamics, Operations Analysis, Meteorology, Electronic Engineering and Physical Sciences. Five of the Chairs are occupied in 1980-81.

Under another more recent plan, as part of the Navy Scientist Training and Exchange Program (NSTEP), six Navy engineers-scientists are now serving for a year on the USNA faculty, and one regular faculty member on sabbatical leave is working at the Naval Ship Research and Development Center.

Faculty members are also encouraged to exchange positions for a year with professors at other schools. As an example. Professor L. V. Thompson, History Department, is teaching this year at Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, while his British counterpart. Professor Eric J. Grove, replaces him here. Next year Professor Donald J. Treacy, Physics Department, will go to Dartmouth on another exchange tour. In past years, faculty exchanges have been made with the Royal Mihtary College of Canada and the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School.

The Military-Civilian Partnership How do the USNA military-civilian faculty members regard their partnership? How do they all work together?

Ask a cross-section of officers and professors for their thoughts on this matter and you become convinced that although some few cases of discord may exist, they generally occur on an individual basis, without regard to military or civihan status. Mutual respect and good wiU are the rule.

A composite of comments on their relationships, firom officers and civilians in the academic divisions, runs about as follows: The Naval Academy has a clear-cut mission. We are all committed to it. Our job is to train, as well as to educate. We have to be concerned about the whole person. It would be unthinkable to try to prepare future career officers without experienced line officers on the faculty.

The midshipmen need them as examples, as models, as authentic sources of up-to-

date information about life and work in the fleet—as tellers of sea stories and war stories, if you will. They need them, obviously, as instmctors in navigation, seamanship, leadership, and tactics; and also in good proportions as instmctors in academic subjects where well qualified officer-teachers can represent the many special intellectual achievements useful to the Navy and Marine Corps and where a vigorous and keen-minded officer can often bring zest and fresh approaches to the classroom.

On the civilian side, the Academy has built up a first-rate academic program with challenging advanced-level work in all fields. CiviUan professors bring rich scholarly backgrounds, academic experience, and prestige to the school. They assure continuity and serve as pedagogic mentors to newly arriving officer colleagues for a semester or two. Most of them commit themselves to the midshipmen and to the Academy as whole-heartedly as most of the officers. The two groups strengthen each other. We have flexibility and continuity. It's a good combination. It works.

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A Few Inches From The Yard Midshipman Rich Langfford '82

There is an old saying that goes, "March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb." At Navy the month when this happens is not March but May. May, which for most people is a month for flowers and birds and sitting on the back porch sipping iced tea, is a month which is in constant motion at the Naval Academy. For midshipmen it is a month of pain and pleasure, pressure and relaxation, long hours of studying and long hours of celebrating.

The month begins with final exams, the signs of which are easy to spot. Mids, on their way to the academic buildings, hurl fistfuls of pennies at Tecumseh. The pennies rain down on the little kids scouring the area and amassing small fortunes in bubble gum money. After an exam an average midshipman can either be found in his bed, out on "Red Beach" working on a tan, or grabbing another fistful of pennies before heading off to another exam. At night the books come out and with every flip of the page he learns how much he doesn't know. When the moment arrives when the headache amassed during the evening is exceeded only by the need for sleep, the calculator comes out and the rationalizing begins.

"What do I need on this test in order to keep my grade?"

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After this is done, a night of tossing and turning begins. Forgotten concepts come to mind with promises to look them over in the morning. All of this agony is then multipfied by " K , " the Spring constant. The only thing harder than studying for finals is studying for finals in Spring.

Then finals end, leaving the Brigade mentally drained.

Everyone goes to his respective resting place for a few days of end of semester leave in order to prepare for the second phase of May's assault on the minds and bodies of the Brigade. This second phase was redesignated "Commissioning Week" when the new academic schedule went into effect, but it will always be known as "June Week."

June Week begins with the Dedication Parade. Sweat streams from every pore under the heavy wool full dress blouse. As the parade continues, covers begin to feel like vises being slowly tightened. After the parade and after everyone gets back to the Hall, the real purpose of Plebe Summer "uniform races" is discovered. Upperclasses shower and change into whites in record time. Plebes change into white works and blue rimmed "dixie cup" hats. The upperclass head out to meet their girl friends. Ah, the girls, each one more precious than the combined wealth of the Pharohs of Egypt. The bright colors of their clothes and their warm smiles make June Week a dazzhng spectacle. The plebes form up in T-Court. Then the "No More Plebes" ceremony begins as a thousand screaming fourth class mn madly towards the heavily greased Herndon monument. Their goal, the blue rimmed "dixie cup," sits innocently on top of the huge monument. It looks as though a child could accomplish the task of removing the hat and replacing it with a combination cover. It certainly doesn't look as though it will take over two hours of blood, sweat, tears, and a few broken bones to accomplish the feat, but it will.

June Week; the Color Parade, the Ring Dance, Herndon, Graduation, and everything else; is a celebration of who and what we are. It is a celebration of the history and traditions of Navy. The importance and significance of June Week is not something which can be understood by someone who has never been a midshipman, or close to one. Of course we celebrate, we celebrate with every ounce of strength we have.

Why do we celebrate?

Because we have met our ultimate enemy, ourselves, and won. We have been pushed to our limits, met them, and taken one step beyond. Of course we celebrate.

Why do we celebrate with everything we've got?

Because for anyone who has passed that test and met that enemy, less than one hundred percent in anything is unsat.

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Commissioning Week 1981 Outstanding Midshipman Award The 1981 winner of the Naval Academy Alumni Association's annual award to the outstanding midshipman is Stuart W. Swetland of Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania. In his four years at the Academy Stuart maintained a 4.0 CPQR in his physics major and stood third in his class, graduating with distinction. He was a top performer in intramural basketball and track, and served as an official during his last year. He also was Editor of the Lucky Bag, a member of the History Club and of the Masqueraders.

Last Summer he served as Command Assistant for the YP cruise and, during the academic year, as 4th Battalion Subcommander. That the Commandant of Midshipmen considered him "tops allaround" in the Brigade is confirmed by his selection as a Rhodes Scholar, Navy's first since 1968.

The $1,000 check that accompanied his award will no doubt be useful during his residency at New College, Oxford, which commences this FaU.

Graduation Honors The 1-2-3 gradautes of 1981 are Brent Jett of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Robert Niewoehner of Webster Groves, Missouri, and Stuart Swetland (see above).

Jett, an aerospace engineering major and Burke Scholar who goes to aviation 1-2-3; Jett. Niewoehner and Swetland

training at Pensacola, held a 4.0 academic average and participated in various research projects. He was Regimental Commander during the 1980 Plebe Summer and first set Brigade Commander during the academic year. In extra-curricular activities he was a member of the long distance running club, the History Club, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, and of Phi Kappa Phi. Niewoehner, a physics major with a 3.83 academic average, completed the requirements for an MS in electrical engineering from Johns Hopkins prior to graduation. He was a regimental commander and one of three Rhodes Scholarship finalists from the central midwestern area. He rowed on the varsity lightweight crew and was President of the Orienteering Club. While attached to the Naval Surface Weapons Center at White Oak, pending assignment to flight training in November, he has enrolled in the doctoral program at Johns Hopkins.

Niewoehner also was awarded the Class of 1897 Sword and Cup for "the greatest contribution through leadership ability and positive character to the development of esprit de corps and loyalty in the Brigade."

Swetland will spend two years at Oxford doing graduate work in philosophy, politics and economics, after which he will enter the nuclear power program.

Prior to entering Oxford this Fall he is serving temporarily in a frigate out of Norfolk.

Thirty-seven midshipmen were awarded letters of commendation by the Superintendent for their contributions through officer-hke qualities and positive character to the development of naval spirit and loyalty within the Brigade.

Graduation and the Graduates The graduation address was delivered

by Vice President George Bush, the youngest Navy fighter pilot of World War II at age 18 and still proud of his naval service. His theme was the need to maintain a strong Navy in these unsettled times, and the determination of the new administration to make it so.

There were 947 graduates (60 women) from the entering class of 1,239 (90), with another 18 scheduled for delayed graduation. That represents an overall attrition of 29%, by far the lowest of any Shipmate, July-August 1981

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of the service academies. A total of 98 were graduated with distinction, including five women and all five of the Trident Scholars, and 328 received designated degrees in engineering specialties. There were four foreign nationals, commissioned in their own services, and three not commissioned for physical disability.

The graduates include 848 new life members of the Alumni Association.

Service selections placed 109 in the Marine Corps (9 women), 198 in surface warfare (5 women), 222 pilots and 119 flight officers (5 women each), 218 in nuclear power (no women, all but 17 in submarines), 10 in submarine strategic weapons, 42 in staff corps or restricted fine (14 women), and 22 women in the unrestricted line but without designated warfare specialties.

Ten of the new ensigns were selected for Burke Scholarships: Eric Armour, Paul Bushong, John Hetrick, Harvey Hopkins, Brent Jett, Wendy Lawrence, Mark McCormick, James Rice, Kenneth Walker and Kevin Warnke. Seven Marines were chosen for Burke Equivalents: Phillip Antonino, Dean Fish, David Fuquea, Gwendolyn Mines, Clarence Perry, Richard Racine and Gregory Rhodes. Four grads were named as future Olmsted Scholarship candidates: Anthony Chiffalo, Herbert Elkin, Timothy MacGregor and Cari Spataro.

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chael Connolly (M.I.T.), Diane Durban (to be selected), Mark Middleton (Case Western Reserve) and Mark Mulligan (Stevens I.T.). Ted Dumbauld won an NCAA and Football Hall of Fame Scholar-Athlete fellowship and will attend M.I.T. this Fall.

Faculty Honors and Retirements The Dedication Parade honored a total of 24 faculty members. Named as Professors Emeriti were retired Professors Arthur Bock (Naval Systems Engineering), Edward Heise (Registrar), Rocco Paone (PoUtical Science), Anthony Rubino (Physical Education) and Curtis Thompson (Educational Resources Center). Other retirees honored were Associate Dean Edward Cook; Professors John Hutchins (Languages), John Lee and Henry Malin (Electrical Engineering), Joseph Milkman and Virgil Robinson (Mathematics) and Joseph Wiebush (Chemistry); Associate Professors Charles Crane (English), Donald Hathaway (Physics), Richard Molloy and Nathan Niles (Mathematics), Albert Pritchard (Languages), Arthur Richmond and Rowan Williams (History).

Academic Dean Bruce M. Davidson former Assistant Dean Edward J. Cook were given special honors by presentation of the Navy's Distinguished Civilian Service Award from the Secretary of the Navy.

Alumni Association 20-year service pins were presented to Professors Vincent Lopardo and Robert Granger (Mechanical Engineering), Associate Professors Stephen Belichick (Physical Education) and Donald Brill (Physics).

'Tain't No Mo' Plebes The annual assault on the Herndon Monument was completed by '84 in the third shortest time of the past six years.

Peter Nardi removed the plebe "dixie cup" from the monument's peak just after the one-hour mark and Andreas Bierbraver replaced it with a midshipman's cap at 1 hour, 27 minutes. He received a plaque mounted with vice admiral shoulder boards from the Superintendent.

The all-time record for the Herndon climb is 58 minutes, set by '79.

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also received letters of commendation from the Superintendent. Both have orders to Pensacola, Doyle as a student pilot and Hafey, a four-year Marine prior to entering the Academy, as an NFO trainee.

For the 1981 Color Giri, Doyle chose Miss Gail Ann Fletcher of Woodland Hills, California. She is a junior at California State U. at Fresno, majoring in business. With the usual luck of the Irish, the day of the Color Parade produced lovely, clear Spring weather.

The color competition was won this year by the 25th Company with a 400point margin over the second place 17th Company. John Hafey, the first set commander, received the Forrestal Award—an engraved silver tray. Thomas Doyle, the second set and June Week commander, received the Stewart Wight Hannah Memorial Trophy, and inscribed silver bowl retained for display in Bancroft Hall during the coming year. Both

Commissioning Week (We almost wrote "June" again) opened with a special 0800 Colors Ceremony in Tecumseh Court by the Academy's Marine detachment. During the week there were four concerts by the Naval Academy Band in the Chapel Walk bandstand, two Glee Club and one Women's Glee Club concerts, a Drum and Bugle Corps performance on Dewey Field, a VFW Memorial Parade to the USNA Cemetery, and a Field House show by Bob Hope and one of his girl singers.

Highlights, though, were the annual Naval Review, featuring the YPs and all types of the Academy's sailing craft in impressive displays of seamanship skills, and the always breath-taking performance of the Navy's Blue Angels flight team.

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Boslia, Dumbauld, Wall Capture Navy's Top Athletic Awards for 198081 Two-sport standouts, Bemadine Boska and Jonathan S. Wall, each of whom earned eight varisty letters, and footbaU academic All-American Theodore E. Dumbauld were the 1981 winners of the Naval Academy's top three athletic awards.

Boska, fi-om Alexandria, Va., won foiu- letters in volleyball and four in basketball. She won the Naval Academy Athletic Association Sword "as the female midshipman of the graduating class considered by the Athletic Council to have personally excelled in athletics during her years of varsity competition."

Wall, who captured eight N-stars in squash and tennis, is the winner of the N.A.A.A. Sword to the male midshipman of the graduating class for his overall excellence during his years of varsity play. He is from Portland, Ore. Dumbauld, from Troy, Ohio, was the Thompson Trophy Cup winner as the midshipman "who has done the most during the current year for the promotion of athletics at the Naval Academy." He was a winner this past year of an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship and a National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame Fellowship.

"Boska is one of the pioneers on whom we built the women's basketbafl program," said her coach, Dave Smalley. "She's an excellent and very dedicated athlete."

She likewise was a keystone on the first four women's voUeyball teams at the Academy. "She deserves a lot of credit for playing back-to-back sports for four strai^t years," said Ens. Cindy Schendel, the women's vofleyball coach.

Boska was the first woman in Academy history to score 1,000 points in basketball and is currently tied for the top spot in career scoring with Colleen Cassidy, each with 1,325 points. Boska ranks first in career rebounding with 716 and third in assists with 142.

In noting Wall's achievements. Navy tennis and squash coach Bobby Bayliss said, "During my 13 years here no player has lettered four years in both sports. Not only did he letter, but he played number one or two his last three years in squash."

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In four years of varsity tennis. Wall posted an overall 57-20 record, and in squash he was 40-14 over the four years.

As a sophomore, he was 12-2 at number two and selected to the All-America team, the first sophomore in Navy history to eam this distinction. He was the team captain this past year in squash.

Navy football coach George Welsh termed Dumbauld's winning of The Thompson Trophy Cup "a fitting honor to cap off an excellent four years at Navy. There aren't many young men in the country today who combine all of the positive qualities that he does."

Dumbauld lettered three years for the Midshipmen and played on two bowl teams. This past season, he was second on the team in tackles with 146, despite missing one game. He was named to the first Academic All-American team and three times was selected to the ECAC All-East weekly teams.

Spring Sports Culminate Another Solid Athletic Year for Varsity Teams Navy's spring sports teams, with three of them posting a record high for victories, capped off another solid year of intercollegiate competition. The varsity teams, 21 for men and seven for women, ended with a winning percentage of .637 for the 1980-81 academic year. The percentage is based on 243 wins against 138 losses and two ties, exclusive of sailing regattas.

Turning momentarily to Army-Navy competition for the year, the Midshipmen came up with nine wins against eight for the Cadets. The Spring sports, however, had only one victory against the West Pointers, that coming in tennis.

Navy lost to Army in baseball, lacrosse, track and field, and golf.

Records for the spring athletic teams included: baseball (24-7), heavyweight crew (6-1), golf (13-5), lightweight crew (3-1), women's crew (6-2), lacrosse (7-5), tennis (20-4), women's softball (13-19) and track and field (1-2).

The baseball team's mark was a pleasant surprise. Fielding one of the youngest squads in his 20-year tenure here.

Coach Joe Duff saw his team stay atop the Eastem Intercollegiate Baseball League standings until the final weekend of the season. Then a loss to Cornell and one to Army in the first game of a twinbill (4-2), pushed the Mids into second place behind Yale. Navy had an 11-3 record in the league games and the Bulldogs, who had been beaten by the Midshipmen earlier in the season, 8-3, finished 12-2 to earn the NCAA playoff berth.

The last half of the season featured a 10-game win string and the 24 wins was the most ever by a Navy team in one season solely against collegiate competition. The team was considered for an atlarge berth to the NCAA tournament, but the selection committee decided on teams who had played more games.

Third baseman Jim Roberts, a firstie, and outfielder Steve Komlo, also a first classman, were both selected to the AU-EIBL first team, the second year in a row Roberts has earned this distinction. He led Navy in hitting for the year with a .400 average and was second in RBI's with 31. Rightfielder Steve Acalin, a second classman, followed with a .389 mark and topped the squad in RBI's with 36. He also was the team leader in home mns with five.

As a team. Navy batted .323 for the year and had six regulars batting over .300. The others included first baseman Bob Ravener (.340), Komlo (.337), centerfielder i'mdy Loferski (.328) and catcher-designated hitter Terry Deitz (.303). Ravener is a firstie while Loferski was a youngster and Deitz a second classman.

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Gibson (4-2, 4.14) and second classman Bob Adrion (6-2, 4.36).

Eaming honorable mention on the EIBL team were Ravener, Adrion and McMurtry, Loferski and Deitz. Loferski also was named to the NCAA District II Academic All-America team.

Navy's heavyweight crew was preparing for the Intercollegiate Rowing Association regatta in early June as Shipmate went to press. The varsity eight had won the Varsity Challenge Cup at this prestigious event a year ago.

Late season victories included the winning of the Goes Trophy over Syracuse and Cornell and the winning of a regatta with Wisconsin. It was the third straight year for Navy winning the Goes, only this time the Midshipmen scored a clean,sweep of all races for the first time since 1971. A week later, however. Navy suffered its first loss of the year when Harvard won the Adams Cup with the Mids second and Penn third. That marked the fourth straight year for the Crimson in the claiming of this trophy.

In the Eastern Sprints, Navy did not fare as well as it had hoped. The varsity eight was first in the Petite Finals after being knocked out of the Grand Finals during the morning trial heats by a narrow margin by Syracuse. The second varsity was second in the Grand Finals behind Cornell and the freshmen eight was first in the Petite Finals.

The lightweight crew had one of its best regular seasons in recent years. It captured the Haines Cup from Harvard for only the second time in the 15 years of this regatta and it won the Callow Cup over Penn for the first time since 1973 a week later. The Haines Cup was rowed undei; modified conditions because of extremely high winds. It was a timed race on the Sevem River instead of a race over 2,000 meters. The Midshipmen were a victor by a length in the fourminute span. In the Callow Cup, Navy scored a three seat victory over the Quakers and the Midshipmen won the second varsity and freshmen eight races that day too.

At the Eastern Sprints, the lightweight varsity eight was fifth in the Grand Finals and the second varsity and freshmen boats likewise earned fifth places in the Grand Finals in their respective races.

Navy's women's crew capped off a fine season by earning six straight wins in regular regattas and then finishing third in the women's varsity eight race of the Dad Vail Regatta for the second straight year. A total of 19 schools had entered this category at the Dad Vail, which attracts participants from all along the east coast.

Despite a 367-375 loss to Army, Navy's golf team had one of its best years ever, with its 13 victories the most ever in this sport at the Academy. Army, incidentally, finished with a 16-0 record.

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Top performers for Coach Larry Ringer included team captain Bill Moran with a 76.9 average for 20 rounds this year and Tom Giedlin, also a firstie, with a 79.6 average. Second classman Mark Hunter had an 81.4 average while plebe Scott Spooner was at 81.6. Moran was selected for the NCAA Division I championships at Stanford for the second time in the past three years.

The lacrosse team played some of its best ball at the end of the season, backing up its win over Maryland with a 1312 surprising of Virginia on the CavaUers' field and then battling number oneranked Johns Hopkins all the way before suffering a 9-6 loss.

The Midshipmen were selected to the NCAA playoffs for the 11th straight year, the only school in the country to have this distinction. In the first round, the sixth seeded Navy team gained revenge for a regular season loss to Army when it trimmed the third-seeded Cadets, 16-10 at Michie Stadium. Second classman Bill Anderson keyed that triumph with four goals and two assists. The Mids then fell in the semi-final round to North Carolina, 17-8, and the Tar Heels the next week dethroned Johns Hopkins in the NCAA championship game, 14-13.

First classman Syd Abernethy was the season scoring leader with 39 goals and 17 assists. Careerwise, he totalled 87 goals and 54 assists. Second top scorer this spring was youngster Rich Wehman with 21 goals and 13 assists, but he missed some late season contests with an injury. Youngster goalie Scott Bartkowski had 136 saves and he too was sidelined with an injury in last portion of the year. Abernethy and first class defenseman Mike McLaughlin were first team All-America selections.

The women's softball team in its second year of varsity competition finished with a 13-19 mark but performed very weU in the Naval Academy Invitational.

The squad posted a 4-2 record in the tourney against some soUd competition and Mid pitchers Barbara Cmtchfield and Erin Lynch combined to hurl two no-hitters in this event. A plebe, Lee Bricketto, was the top hitter for the season with a .379 mark and was the leader in doubles (9), triples (2) and RBI's (20).

By posting four wins in the final week of the season, including a 9-0 triumph over Army, Navy's tennis team set a school record for the most victories in a season, 20. The win over the Cadets was the 12th straight for Navy in this rivalry.

Outstanding individual records were compiled by first classman Curt Dashiell, who was 21-3 at number three-four with his 21 wins the most ever in a season by a Midshipman tennis player; first classman Craig Morrison, 16-7 at number one; second classman Dave Andrews, 16-7 at number two-three; plebe Bayly Taff, 15-6 at three-four-five; and second

classman Randy Kasamoto, 14-2 at fivesix. Navy in doubles play this spring was an overall 52-8 with Andrews and Dashiell teamming up for a 15-3 mark.

In track and field. Navy had some fine individual performances in the Heptagonals Games Association and IC4A meets, particulariy from youngster high jumper Leo Williams. The Muncie, Ind. native won the high jump at the Heptagonals for the second straight year with a leap of 7'-3'/2". Second classman Bill Kovach took the 3000-meter steeplechase in 8:56.2, giving him a "hat trick" in Heptagonals competition this year. He won the Heps cross country championship last fall and was the 3000-meter mn winner at the Heptagonals Indoor championships. As a team Navy placed fourth in the Heps.

Williams won the high jump at the IC4A too, (7'-2'/2"), giving him five major college titles in that event during the past academic year. Second classman Rick Smith was second in the decathlon with 7,449 points and qualified for the NCAA championships with WiUiams.

Also placing at the IC4A meet were javelin throwers Perry Puccetti (fourth at 245'-7") and Jay Bass (fifth at 244'-0").

Puccetti also competed in the NCAA meet. Kovach was sixth in the 3000-meter steeplechase as the Mids finished tied for seventh in the team standings with 26 points at the IC4A.

Eastern Kentucky Fills Void on 1981 Football Slate Some anxiety concerning the 1981 Navy football schedule created when Villanova dropped the sport in late April was eased when Director of Athletics, J. O. Coppedge, announced in mid-May that Eastern Kentucky will fill the open date of September 19. The Colonels were the NCAA Division I-AA mnners-up last year, defeating Lehigh in the semi-finals, 23-20, before losing in the championship game to Boise State, 31-29 in the last 12 seconds. Eastem Kentucky, the Division I-AA champs two years ago, was 10-3 overall last fall.

"We are most pleased that we could work out a date for this game," said Coppedge. "No one wants a vacancy on their schedule that early in the season and we had been exploring every possibility when the opportunity to meet Eastern Kentucky was presented. It has an excellent reputation in the sport and has an outstanding record."

The Colonels return 31 lettermen, including six starters each on offense and defense. Among their offensive standouts is quarterback Chris Isaac, who threw for 1,318 yards last year and seven touchdowns, completing 92 of his 177 pass attempts. His top receiver is speedy Jerry Parrish who had 19 catches for 254 Shipmate, July-August 1981

yards and has led the Division I-AA schools in kickoff returns two of the last three years.

The game will be played at 2 p.m. at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Sept. 19.

Sailors Have More Fun Navy's sailors successfully defended their National Collegiate Large Yacht Championship and the Kennedy Cup by a decisive win in a series of seven races sailed in the Academy's Luders yawls on 24-26 April. Navy had previously won the Kennedy Cup in 1966, 1977 and 1980.

The Navy team, led by skipper Nick Madigan and tactician Dave Schoene, led at nearly every mark and finished with a record of 1-1-1-1-1-3-1 for a remarkable nine points.

The dinghy team sailed away with the Interservice Dinghy Championship and the Bryant Moore Trophy, leading mnner-up Merchant Marine Academy by 24 points. Each of the six academies fielded two A and two B Division crews; New York Maritime won A-1 over Navy's Mary Brigden and Richard Byers but Ted Mortonson and Priscilla Futcher won A-2, Bob RusseU and Karen Mulvaney won B-1, and Steve Lowery and Mary Kaye Kopper won B-2. Host Coast Guard placed third, foUowed by New York Maritime, West Point and Massachusetts Maritime.

The Spring Middle Atlantic Singlehanded Championship was sailed at the Naval Academy in winds fine for the big yawls but which capsized a good many of the Lasers, fortunately with no losses other than time. Tom Lihan of Merchant Marine was the winner, followed by Navy's Robbie Brown, Mark Converse and Dan Bergen in second, third and fourth places.

Two plebes, Kris Holdereid and Vicky Wall, placed third and fifth in Princeton's Women's Singlehanded Regatta.

On 9-10 May Navy won the America's Trophy and qualified for the National Dinghy Championship, to be sailed off Annapolis on 8-10 June. Mark Converse and Kathy McGurk (8 races), Bob Russell and Carl Lee, Robbie Brown and Tom Johnson (2 each) sailed in A Division while Mary Brigden and Cheri Kerr sailed all twelve in B for a low total of 76 points. Merchant Marine and St. Mary's Coflege finished second and third and also made the nationals.

Two Named To Navy Football Staff Ken Mack, an assistant at Howard University this past year, and Major Chuck Boyer, a former offensive lineman at Navy, have been assistant footbaU Shipmate, July-August 1981

coaches at the Naval Academy. The appointments complete head coach George Welsh's staff for the 1981 season. Mack fills a vacancy left open by Dale Strahm, who recently joined the University of Georgia staff, and will coach the Midshipmen defensive ends. Boyer takes over as the Plebe/Junior Varsity coach from 1st Lt. Cleveland Cooper, who is leaving the military service.

Mack, a native of Gary NC, won four letters in footbaU, track and basketball in high school before enrolling at the University of North Carolina. He then won three letters for the Tar Heels at tailback from 1976-78. In 1978, his senior year, he was given the Spring Hustler Award for his efforts during spring practice. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from UNC in 1979, and spent that fall as a part-time assistant on the UNC staff, working the offensive backs. He then was the offensive backfield coach at Howard University for the 1980 season.

Boyer, a native of Columbus, Ohio, was an all-league selection while in high school and then won two letters at the Naval Academy as an offensive guard in 1969 and 1970. He was second in playing time among the offensive Hnemen in 1970 with 251 minutes. After graduating from the Academy in 1971, Boyer served with the First Marine Division, the Third Marine Division, as an Officer Selection Officer and attended the Naval Postgraduate School. He returned to the Naval Academy as an instmctor in Electrical Engineering in 1979.

Dudley Purdy Retires Dudley W. Purdy, who retired last December 31 as the Assistant Director of Athletics and Secretary of the Naval Academy Athletic Association, was honored at a testimonial dinner in midMay. A native Annapolitan, Purdy has been employed by the Academy's Athletic Association for more 50 years.

An Annapolis High School graduate and ex-Chief Warrant Officer, he first joined the N.A.A.A. as Administrative Assistant to the Director of Athletics in April, 1930. When the late Captain Morris Gilmore retired as Secretary-Treasurer of the N.A.A.A. in July, 1955, Purdy assumed the duties of Secretary.

In 1980, he was named Assistant Director of Athletics.

His duties as the Assistant Athletic Director and Secretary included the scheduling of Navy's intercollegiate athletic teams, transportation arrangements, setting up of training tables for the teams and contracting of officials for the multitude of contests in which Navy squads compete each year. Purdy, widely respected in Eastern college athletic circles, worked for 19 different Directors of

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He has been succeeded by Captain James W. Blanchard, USN (Ret.), a 1956 graduate of the Academy. Blanchard, a lacrosse stand-out at Navy, served as Deputy Director of Athletics at the Academy from 1974-77.

Evaluation of Women's Intercollegiate Athletic Program Leads to Changes A lengthy evaluation of the women's intercollegiate athletic program at the Naval Academy this spring has resulted in the elevating of indoor track and track and field for women to intercoflegiate status while dropping women's softball back to intra-mural status. Concern over the declining number of women participating in intercollegiate sports this past year—volleyball, basketball, swimming, fencing, crew, saiHng and softball—plus frequent requests to grant varsity status to other sports led to the reassessment

by Director of Athletics J. O. Coppedge and his staff.

Also entering into the evaluation was the number of women enrolled at the Academy. It has become apparent that about 100 female midshipmen will enter with each class in the upcoming years, a figure determined by Department of Defense needs. Currently, there are about 270 women in attendance.

"Our ability to support the women's teams and make them competitive is limited numerically," Coppedge noted. "We made some comparisons with other schools and found our basis of approximately 40 women per sport to be extremely low."

As a part of the evaluation. Academy athletic officials and members of the Commandant's staff conducted a preference poU among the women and then 45

had a committee meet with each coach of a current varsity women's team and with the coaches of those sports which were seeking varsity status. Retaining intercollegiate status are volleyball, fencing, swimming, basketball, crew and sailing, thus giving eight sports for the women.

Flash Navy wins fifth consecutive intercollegiate sailing championship

Navy Sports Briefs Captains in 12 winter sports for the 1981-82 academic year were announced recently by J. O. Coppedge, Navy's Director of Athletics. Named were: J. Myron Simmons, men's basketball; Colleen Cassidy and Lynne Coe, women's basketbafl; Carroll LeFon, men's fencing; Jennifer Tondu, women's fencing; Mike Guenther, gymnastics; Bemt Oydna, pistol; Robert Duncan, rifle; J. Compton Newman, squash; Mike Smack and Matt McCloskey, men's swimming; Terri Riggs, women's swimming; Rick Smith, indoor track; and Dave Halladay and Guy Zanti, wrestling.

Steven C. Risser, a graduate of Susquehanna University, has been named assistant sports information director for the Naval Academy Athletic Association. Risser previously had served as an intem with the ECAC and with the N.A.A.A.

Details in September

Scores Since Last Shipmate: Baseball (Final Record: 24-7)— Catholic U., 8-7; Siena, 17-5; Columbia, 7-6; Penn, 20-7; Penn, 3-2; Maryland, 5-13; ComeU, 5-8; Army, 2-4; Army, 7-3; Baltimore U., 1-6; Baltimore U., 3-1.

Heavyweight Crew—Goes Trophy (Navy-Comell-Syracuse); Varsity—1st, 2V—1st, Plebes—1st; Adams Cup (Navy-Harvard-Penn): Varsity—2nd, 2V—2nd, Plebes—3rd; EARC Sprints: Varsity—1st (Petite Finals), 2V—2nd (Grand Finals), Plebes—1st (Petite Finals); Navy-Wisconsin: Varsity—1st, 2V—1st, Plebes—1st.

Lightweight Crew—Haines Cup (Navy-Harvard): Varsity—1st, 2V—2nd; Callow Cup (Navy-Penn): Varsity—1st, 2V—1st; EARC Sprints: Varsity—5th (Grand Finals), 2V—5th (Grand Finals), Plebes—5th (Grand Finals).

Women's Crew—B.C. Area Regatta: Varsity—1st, 2V—3rd; Dad Vail Regatta: Varsity—3rd (Grand Finals), Novice (did not place).

Golf (13-5 Final Record)— Georgetown, 392-440; Johns Hopkins, 313-338; Penn State Invitational, Navy 14th; District II Qualifier, Navy 6th; Merchant Marine Academy, 549-656; Army, 375-367.

Lacrosse (7-5 Final Record)—Virginia, 13-12; Johns Hopkins, 6-9; Army, 16-10 (NCAA first round); North Carolina, 817 (NCAA Semi-Finals).

Women's Softball (13-19 Final /?ecor^)—Shepherd, 23-7; Shepherd, 116; York College, 12-6; George Mason, 25; Liberty Baptist, 3-10; Washington Bible, 21-2; Towson State, 4-3; Catholic U., 10-1; Delaware State, 8-7; Rhode Island, 1-11; Catholic, 12-1; Delaware, 2-6.

Tennis (20-4 Final Record)—Columbia, 7-2; Penn, 8-1; Georgetown, 6-0; Maryland, 7-2; Cornell, 6-3; Army, 9-0.

Track and Field (1-2 Final Record)— Heptagonals, Navy 4th; IC4A Championships, Navy, tied for 7th. ^

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Class News DEADLINE: For October - Classes prior to 1930—7 August; later Classes - 14 Augiist For November - Classes prior to 1930—8 September; later Classes - 15 September

08 Alumni House has been happy to receive a note from Cdr. John C. Latham USN (Ret.), who resides at 141 E. 55th St., NYC NY 10022.

Cdr. Latham has passed his 96th year and has made a remarkable recovery after having been struck by a motor car, with a resultant broken leg.

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The son of RAdm. Frank A. Braisted USN (Ret.), secretary and treasurer of the Class of '09 since November 1968. reports that he has moved from his home in Cleveland Park. Washington (DC), to nearby Maryland. His new address is 1111 University Boulevard West, Apartment 105, Silver Spring MD 20902.

10 and prior send directly to Shipmate Percent Members: 88

11 Chairman Class Comm.. RAdm. G. J. McMillin, USN (Ret.) 4242 Linden Ave., Long Beach CA 90807 Percent Members: 75 Adelaide Kingman's family had a birthday party for her on May 12. Those of us who have enjoyed the hospitality of Adelaide and Howard in their Los Angeles home have enjoyed it very much. Please give us more news of you and yours, Adelaide.

Birthday greetings to Ralph Dennett, 30 July.

Arthur Ford, 3 June, and to Fred Hatch, a bit in advance, 5 September.

Survivors of our Class. 1911. regret to see that Dorsey Thomas 1910 will no longer be writing the Class of 1910 news in Shipmate. Dorsey has always written a column of much interest.

He will be missed.

12 Percent Members: 86 Edith Payne Blackburn held an exhibition of her paintings and a reception at Palo Alto Art Club on May 3, 1981. She teaches art in Aduh Educadon.

Edith is the daughter of Mary and Raymond Payne, our Classmate. He was commissioned in the Army two months after graduation from the Naval Academy and was retired for physical disability in 1920. During WWII he served as 48

inspector general, San Francisco Port of Embarkadon. He was relieved of all active duty in the rank of Colonel, US Army, in 1946.

13 Sec'y-Treas., MGen. C. G. Helmick, USA (Ret.) 4784 Old Dominion Dr., Arlington VA 22207 Percent Members: 88 Recently Hattie Hatch in a telephonic conversation with Glenn Davis indicated that Dorothy and he were in good health and were enjoying the social life of Carmel Valley.

Jessie (BiUie) White, wife of Classmate Hugh White, Miami, Florida, passed away on 10 April 1981 and was buried in Arlington National Cemetry on 16 April. They had been married for 65 years. Frances Sleeper, Marguerite and Glenn Davis attended the graveside service.

14 Sec'y, RAdm. Donald Royce, USN (Ret.) 65 Meadow Road Riverside CT 06878 203/637-2773 Percent Members: 73 We took the train to Washington in early April to attend the annual meeting of the Army-Navy Club. The Washington trains stop over in Stamford about four miles away and offer competition with driving in point of time and expense and freedom from driving, especially in bad weather or traffic. Flying isn't so good as it involves catching the bus for La Guardia and involves almost an hour's bus ride with waits at both ends, so that very little time is saved.

The annual dinner at the Club was very peaceful and the president promised early start on the big project to change the club into a combination club and office building at the not inconsiderable cost of nearly twenty million dollars. Adm. Walter Anderson '03, the Senior Knight of the Golden Circle, was unable to be present, so it was a tie between John McCrae. '15 and me as to who sat in the Golden Chair, but the records showed that John joined the Club in 1915, a few months ahead of me, so he won the honor. John was aide to President F.D.R. during World War II, and it is pleasant to hear him talk of his associations with the great and near great. Time marches on. and takes its toll so each year 1 see fewer and fewer of old friends at the Club. This is a pleasant time to visit Washington since the date of the annual meeting of the Club was advanced several months. We also had a family

17 August 1962 Navy's first hydrofoil patrol craft launched at Seattle

dinner at the Officers' Club at the Naval Hospital. Bethesda: another pleasant occasion.

The annual meeting of the NY Naval Academy Alumni association was held at the Officers' Club on Governor's Island in NY Harbor.

The island is now occupied and operated by the Coast Guard and they provide A-1 facihties. The affair was a dinner-dance and very gay. with but httle annual meeting. We enjoyed the company of Pauhne Wills and Capt. and Mrs. C.H. Sigel, '25 USNA. A contribution has been made to the Navy Relief Society in memory of Ed Palmer who died in February "81 from a head injury suffered in a fall. Ed was a frequent and generous contributor to these notes and his presence will be missed. He rates a high mark for loyalty to his Class, in fact to all-his family, the Navy, his country, his community.

15 Chairman and Class Comm. and Sec'y, Adm. A. D. Struble, USN (Ret.) 4017 Oliver St.. Chevy Chase MD 20015 Percent Members: 95

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Sec'y-Treas., Capt. George P. Brewster, USN (Ret.), 611 W. 40th St., Baltimore MD 21211 West Coast Reporter, Capt. George F. Chapline USNR (Ret.) 1327 Inspiration Dr. La JoUa CA 92037 Percent Members: 86 Those of you, if any, who read these notes may remember Mick Carney's comments in the May issue. He was addressing the matter of a class reunion this year—the 65th! From his point of view at that time it looked hopeless, due to the scarcity of members in the vicinity along with the limits that the weakness of the flesh (not heart) would exercise. But fate has, as usual, been able to find a way to turn things in Mick's favor. And so it happened again. Just as he had about resigned himself to spending the 65th alone, saluting his own image in the mirror and offering the usual toast to the Class, along came George Hussey and Phebe Nell together with Jean Carlson to save the day.

George was there to attend the annual dinner honoring the Knights of the Golden Circle of the Army-Navy Club in April, Phebe to keep an eye on George. All gathered at the Carneys for dinner and a "litde meeting" which they decided should go on the record as constituting a "Mini-Mini 65th Re-Union of the noble Class of 1916." So be it.

On April 15 Mick visited the Naval Academy at the Sup's invitation and spoke about Ernie King at the dedication of the Wardroom as "Admiral King Hall." The Wardroom encompasses the messhall. Memorial Hall and enviShipmate, July-August 1981

rons. Mick says. "It is a damn sight bigger than any wardroom I ever knew."

Speaking of .•\dmiral King, your Secy, is enjoying reading .Master of Sea Power, a biography by Thomas B. Buell '58. a recent publication of Little, Brown & Co. It is recommended highly. .•\ touching note was received from Eva, George Sumner's widow, living in Honolulu.

Eva was lamenting the loss of old friends, especially of late, that of her very dear friend Marie Rodgers. E v a s address is: Mrs. G. W. Sumner. 178 Dowsett .^ve.. Honolulu HI 96817.

—Your pacemaker makes the garage door go up when a pretty giri passes by.

—The little gray-haired lady you help across the street is your wife.

—You sink your teeth into a steak and they stay there.

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West Coast News The April lunch of the Classes of 1916-17-18 was thoroughly enjo>ed in the Garden Room, the Officers" Club. Marine Corps Recruit Depot.

Thursday the 16th. Don Curtis handled the arrangements, including that Club's near-perfect beef, rice and curry with their eight ancillary additives, all augmented by soup, sherbet and a tasty white wine "on the house."

Present were: 1916 - Root. Jenkins. Esther Jenkins. Chaphne: 1917 - Rogers. Kiland: 1918 Curtis. We extended our deepest sympathy to Lawrence Wainwright for the loss of his devoted lovely wife. Helen. It has been many months since Lawrence's health has permitted him to join our monthly lunches. Joe Loventhal also has been unable to be with us for a long period of time due to health. We hope to see George Price, still strong, at the "Mick" Carney Aimiversary lunch (1916) in Julv.

Secv. Capt. Perr> R. Tavlor, USNR (Ret.) 1211 South 25th S"t.. Arlington VA 22202 Percent Members: 89

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In April Shipmate you read of the sudden death of Duvie. one of our much beloved Classmates. Now we. with sorrow, must report the death of another respected and admired member of Eighteen. Ralph (Vice Admiral Ralph S. Riggs) who died of respiratory arrest on 28 April at the Naval Hospital. Bethesda. where he had been in the intensive care unit of that excellent hospital for more than two months. If he had hved until 20 June, he would have reached the age of 86.

Ralph was bom in Paris. Texas, lived in Amarillo and worked on a 3.000-acre ranch. In fact for the benefit of the ranch and. of course, for him also, he decided not to report for induction at the Academy until September 1914.

He was eager to acquire the customs of the Service and did not drop behind his Classmates in spite of his late start. His physique was well developed at the ranch: he could cope with those of us who had been drilling, rowing and Acting Sec'y. Capt. Ward P. Da\is USN (Ret.) otherwise exercising all Summer.

Ralph's personality carried him right into the 670 .\mericana Dr.. .\nnapoUs MD 21403 affections of all of us. and his ability to conform Percent Members: 82 to the mihtary customs pleased the officers on Here's a bit of philosophy submitted by Cap duty. And Ralph stood high academically. Graduation a year early in June 1917. WWI gave him Ward. the opportunity early to start to develop the THE JOYS OF OLD AGE career for which he had been bom.

The Washington Post, at his death, reported —Nearly everything hurts, and what doesn't him a WWII hero. Our readers are invited to hurt doesn't work.

—The gleam in your eye is from the sun hitting read ""Last Call" about his military record, which was written by the editors of this magayour bifocals.

—You feel like the night before and you zine and verifies such praise. In spite of his boldness and determination against the enemy, we haven't been anywhere. his friends always knew Ralph as a gentle per—You get winded plaving chess. son. This splendid trait was dominant in Ralph's —Your children begin to look middle-aged.

—You finally reach the top of the ladder and makeup. He never referred to his war record nor to his business successes. find it leaning against the wrong wall.

Ralph advanced professionally and during —You join a health club and don't go.

—Your mind makes contracts your body can't WWII he was promoted to flag grade to date from 16 June 1943. one of a few of our Classfulfill.

—You know an the answers but nobody asks mates to become admirals during the war. His active performance earned him the highest you questions.

Navy combat decoration, the Navy Cross, as —You look forward to a dull evening.

—You turn out the light for economic rather well as many others.

In 1951. after distinguished duty at sea and than romantic reasons. also in the Navy Department ashore. Ralph was —Your knees buckle and your belt won't.

—You regret all those mistakes you made in placed on the retired list. His last Naval duty assignment was in the Department as Director resisting temptation.

—You are 42 around the waist and 95 around of the Naval Reserve w hich position he held for four years. During those years he lived with his the golf course.

—After painting the town red. you have to wife Kathryn in Bethesda. but in much of the take a lo'ng rest before applying a second hot Maryland Summers they enjoyed spending time in a log cabin on a 22-acre tract of wooded coat. forest along the Potomac River north of Wash—Dialing long distance wears you out.

—You just can't stand people who are intoler- ington w hich they thoughtfully had previously acquired. (It is interesting to note that .Adiai E. ant Stevenson had resided in that cabin intermit—You bum the midnight oil after 9 PM —The best part of your day is over when the tently when he visited Washington in those days.) A structure on the palisades suitable for alarm goes off. them to occupy for their remaining years was —Your back goes out more than you do.

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designed and built for them, it being about a half mile from the access street. The cabin was enlarged as a home for the estate manager. Claud Rider and family, a family dedicated and loyal to Ralph all the rest of his life, some 27 years.

And Ralph's own family admired and loved him too. His son Ralph, Jr., living in Baltimore was present, of course. A sister and two brothers came from Texas at the time of his death, including the very gracious Kathryn Riggs Wheeler (Mrs. Avery C ) . and two affable, tall Texans. Newton and Harry Riggs.

Having started constmction of his Maryland home, Ralph became a general partner in the New York Stock Exchange firm of Burton, Cluett and Dana. He established the Washington office of that company and carried on its business for 15 years. Because of Kathryn's then unexpected illness and the need to relieve her of caring for the forest home, he retired from that business and devoted much of his time to her. While in Horida, Winter of '69-'70. Kathryn had a severe fracture of a hip of a novel type which required hospital care lasting five weeks. From then on she had resided in a hospital or a nursing home until her death. 19 March 1981.

During the last eleven years of her Ufe Ralph, much alone, tried helpful exercises. He played golf at the Chevy Chase and Burning Tree Country Clubs. He also enjoyed visiting the ArmyNavy and MetropoUtan Clubs in Washington.

Moreover he usually spent one lunch period each month at the Army-Navy Club with Classmates who were happy that he had the time to do so. He also acted as chairman of the "18 executive committee composed of Washington area members. However, much of his time was devoted to Kathryn whom he visited daily.

Her death was very distressing to Ralph, then trying to recover from an automobile accident on 31 January and from the surgery resulting from that accident, which occurred when he was returning home alone from her bedside. It was his custom to visit her with at least one flower daily, and he did most of the driving himself.

After ten days in the hospital, he tried recovery at home but had to return to Bethesda where he was placed in the intensive care unit. Even though he was given expert and continuous care, he suffered repeating bouts of pneumonia and passed away near the end of April.

He was buried with Kathryn on 4 May in ArUngton Cemetery after a memorial service in the Fort Myer Chapel conducted by his own clergyman. David L. Uhl. Th.D. He was given full miUtar>' honors appropriate to a hero of the United States Navy.

Language published in 1972 after the death of another famous Classmate seems appropriate for Ralph and is printed again: When tears have cleansed the cloudy lens of memory And restored clear vision of the past.

The strength, the spirit of the man.

Will far outshine the fraility of the last.

For here was one who made his mark.

Who wore the mantle well.

Who left a gentle, quiet legend For those who knew to tell.

Courage, valor, concern for men Were written on his page.

Senice. love, a life inspired For this and every age.

Composed by Capt. Dan M. Carpenter, son of Don M. Carpenter, '16, on his flight from Tommy Spragues ftineral to his station in Bremerton.

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Tommy Tomlinson and Peg Margaret Feller of Salem, Oregon and Tommy Tomlinson were married 20 February in Las Vegas after a two-month romance. She lost her husband of 47 years last September and Tommy lost his Francel to cancer September '79. Last Fall Tommy decided to winter in Yuma where he had many friends; among them were Glydas and Ray Herrin. Tommy was their guest on New Year's and there met Peg for the first time. Apparently they both soon recognized that both needed and found compatible companionship.

Early in February with the Herrins they traveled to Las Vegas. The location of their home is not known at this writing, but soon they will do a bit of touring in his faithful Mercedes including Peg's home town, Salem, reunion of the Golden Eagles at San Diego, Tommy's home town.

Batavia, New York, Maine. Norfolk, Pensacola, Memphis and Denver—an exciting venture for both. Regards to them and every good wish.

At one of the Class reunions, probably the 50th, action was taken to delegate responsibility for minor detail decisions to an executive committee composed of Washington area Classmates; Murphy was elected as chairman—Duvall and Rogers, members.

Savvy Malone, the Class President, expressed in writing his approval. Duvall sometime later resigned as a member and was replaced by Taylor; Ralph Riggs became chairman after Vince passed away.

At a plenary session of the Executive Committee on 6 May, Sully Sullivan (RAdm. USN retired) was elected chairman in place of Ralph.

He graciously accepted. It is not necessarily a time-consuming job, but important.

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Sec'y, Capt. G. Laurence Schetky USN (Ret.) 5606 Glenwood Road, Bethesda MD 20034 Percent Members: 79 We start this month with a report of an historic event, as reported in the Evening Capitol of Febmary 23, 1981. On February 22, 1945, George Dyer stood on the bridge of USS ASTORIA and saw the famous raising of the Flag on Mt. Surabachi.

At the class lunch on April 7th, George Dyer.

Miles DuVal, Tom Wynkoop. Harry Rochester and Laurence Schetky were present. We did not meet for lunch in May, since our Sixty-third Reunion, May 9th, was so close.

Word comes from Sara Beltz that her grandson, Matthew Shihadeh. has an appointment to the Naval Academy.

More details from Russ Ihrig: Peg died July 2, 1976, and Russ married Josephine Todd on June 12. 1977.

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A letter from Rody VonHeimburg sends regrets that she cannot join us on May 9th, and encloses a check for the Alumni Fund.

Ehzabeth Metzel writes that her son Bill has been in the U.S.A., to see his son John receive his Ph.D. at Harvard, and has returned to Zaire where he is engaged in missionary work. Ehzabeth has been laid up at Bethesda and Walter Reed, but is evidendy back at Distaff House.

In reply to my letter asking for his birth date, which is not given in the Alumni Register, Johnny Johnston tells me that he was bom October 6, 1896, "in the same old brick house where I am living to-day," and adds, "1 am still breathing and general health is good, but the doctors have banned alcoholic drinks."

George reports on his and Adeline's Sixtieth Anniversary that all their children, with spouse, twelve grandchildren, five of their six grandchildren-in-law, and three great-grandsons—quite a Clan! Three other Classmates still living have celebrated their Sixtieth: Marjorie and Dick Rush, Dorothy and Ralph Netting, and Phyllis and Bill Tarbutton.

Two letters have come from Mike Williams.

The first contains dire warnings of danger from Russia and the Arab world, and predictions of disaster to the United States in the next two years due to bank failures, gold price fluctuation, and water shortages. The second quotes a letter to the National Commander of the American Legion regarding legislation denying or restricting prayer in public schools.

At our Sixty-third Reunion at Alumni House on May 9th, twenty-eight were present, as follows: Nell Stevens and Cousin Inez Gibbons.

Eleanor Ansel, Virginia Kinkaid, Henriette King, Fay Settle, Catharine and Dave Clark.

AdeUne and George Dyer and daughter Georgia, Dorothy and Ralph Netting, Sarah and Bill Callaghan, Florence and Tom Wynkoop and daughter Norma, Erica and "Sammy" Samouce, Walter Whitehead and friend Richard Payne, Betsy and Harry Rochester, Pop Olds and son Hugh, and Laurence Schetky and granddaughter Barbara Patterson.

At a business meeting following lunch, it was voted unanimously to hold our Sixty-fourth Reunion on May 8, 1982, at Alumni House.

Congratulations to Cdr. and Mrs. Walter D. Whitehead, who observed their 60th wedding anniversary on 25 September 1980.

20 Class Correspondent, Mrs. W. P. Hepbum 11-B-1 President Point Drive Annapolis MD 21403 Percent Members: 82

6 July 1747 John Paul Jones' Birthday

21 Sec'y, Capt. Heber B. Brumbaugh USN (Ret.), 3722 Manor Road, Apt. 2 Chevy Chase, MD 20015 Sec'y West Coast (SF Bay Area): Mr. Norman C. McKee 19 Blue Ridge Lane, Woodside CA 94062 Sec'y., San Diego Area: RAdm. Logan McKee USN (Ret.) 738 Glorietta Blvd.

Coronado CA 92118 Treas., RAdm. James R. Dudley USN (Ret.) 164 Edwards Ferty Road Leesburg VA 22075 Percent Members: 84

Mary and Paul Howard The pictures printed this month were taken by "Muy" Barrett in early March when he and Jane visited Classmates in Califomia. They were houseguests of Tram and Charlie Roland (shown in one picture with Jane between them), and of Mary and Paul Howard, shown in the other picture. Their trip was reported in the June issue by Norman McKee. "Muy" wrote that they once considered buying a house in Carmel, but, "We still think our little comer of North Carolina is about tops. The only trouble is that too many other people are getting the same idea, and the place is jumping."

Our sympathies EU"e with "Fish" Moebus, who lost his beloved Katherine on March 19th. They had been married 58 years. Jim Dudley wrote him a letter of sympathy on behalf of the Class, and asked where the Class should send a contribution in her memory. He answered with deep appreciation and wrote: "Of the various things that 'Kat" was involved in—heart, cancer, etc., her longest affiHation was with the Humane Society of Fort Walton Beach."" Jim complied.

We thank Ralph Netting '19 for sending us a news clipping about the passing, on April 9. of deVecmon Ramsay Jacobi. widow of Leon Jacobi, who died in 1976. Their home was in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. A Southern belle, she became a Broadway musical comedy star while still a teenager. She married Leon in 1925, the year he resigned his commission, but he was active in the naval reserves, and attained the rank of rear admiral. Leon and deVecmon had Shipmate, July-August 1981

an active, happy life in the Detroit area. She continued singing, and was involved in civic affairs, as was Leon. Her survivors include two sons. L. John, Jr., and G. Kenan; a sister; and four grandchildren.

Cdr. Elmon Bishop Guernsey USN (Ret.) died in Port Hueneme. Califomia. on Easter Sunday, April 19. and was to be buried in Conejo Mountain Memorial Park on April 22nd after services in All Saints Episcopal Church, Oxnard. A letter of sympathy has been sent to Mrs. Guemsey (Elsie Cornelia Thome Guemsey) of 178 W. Bay Blvd.. Port Hueneme CA 93041. See "Last Call" of the June issue.

A letter of sympathy also has been sent to Anna Lorene Shaw Westfall. of Box 351, Vincennes, Indiana 47591. Her husband. Cdr. Morris J. (Dan) Westfall USN (Ret.), died on the 30th of April. Dan retired in 1936 when he could not pass the strict eye tests then required. He was recalled to active duty in ONI from 1941 to 1946. After each retirement from the Navy he had an active career in developing mral electrification in southwest Indiana. He formed and headed the Knox County Rural Electrical Membership Corporation, built 1350 miles of power lines, and managed the corporation until retiring in 1%3. He was active in civic affairs. See "Last Call."

The Washington-Annapolis Group We had no April luncheon, and the Sherwood Smiths and Jim Dudleys expected to miss the one on 26 May. The Smiths were to be at an out-of-town wedding. The Dudleys planned another trip to the West Coast, this time to attend the reunion of LEXINGTO.N Sailors' Club in Ashland, Oregon, and to visit Jim's daughter and brother in the Seattle area. They expected to be back in Leesburg, Virginia, about June 14th.

San Diego Area The San Diego Chapter of the Class of 1921 held its regular monthly luncheon at the Naval Amphibious Base. Coronado, on Tuesday, 21 April. Present were the following members: Paul Abemethy. Jim Baker, Nick Carter, Abie Cook, Sydney Dodds. Tom EsUng. Hod Gorry, Bris McHugh, Logan McKee, Ivan Miller, Tim O'Brien. Stogi Roberts, Sabe Sabin, Leo Stafford, Ray Tarbuck, Rex Tallman and Bunny Wray.

The following wives joined up for Happy Hour, and retired to the patio for their lunch: Elsie Carter. Marion Esling, Marty Gorry, Ruth McHugh and Peter Wray.

Sabe Sabin gave an interesting account of his recent trip to the East Coast. While there he saw some of our mutual friends and talked by phone with others.

Leo Stafford presented a personally grown orchid to each person present.

San Francisco Bay Area News Cathe and Tommy Thomas made one of their frequent trips to the Northwest to visit their son.

Bob. A postcard mailed on the first anniversary of the catastrophic emption of Mt. St. Helens on 27 March 1980 gave a graphic picture of what would follow. Now they report the mountain again is quiet, but the U.S. Geological Survey Office in Menio Park lost two geologists who were making scientific observations when the mountain erupted.

Heber Brumbaugh advises that in the June issue. Shipmate announced the resignation of Homer Elmers as class president. Dolly Fitzgerald was elected president and Sherwood Smith Shipmate, July-August 1981

was made a member of the executive committee.

Rutledge '"Tommy" Tompkins died 27 October 1980 at Lake Havasu City, Arizona.

On 24 April. Charlie Woodson's close friends and neighbors in El Cerrito, namely Doris and Mont Carlston, Janet and Bill Hughes, arranged a sumptuous dinner party honoring Charlie on his 83rd birthday. Ransom "Dave" Davis drove from MenIo Park to the Carlston's home to join the group. Next day they took their customary hike. This group has become a small hiking club and regularly strikes forth on 5 or 6 mile hikes, some times in the Berkeley hills, other times in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Charlie and Dave refuse to lessen such activity because of sUght advance of age or touch of arthritis.

The Norman McKees enjoyed a recent visit from Classmate Albert Arkush and his wife, Florence. The Arkushes five in Palo Alto and don't drive any more. Because they are delightful company, Dave Davis kindly volunteered to drive them from Palo Alto to the McKee hideout in the country. Anna Thayer drove from the City and also joined us. Anna refuses to live in the past and is forever taking on new interests and involvements. Much stimulating conversation was enjoyed by the group. The swimming pool, around which the gathering occurred, is completely hidden from view by high growing colorful shrubbery and trees.

Many people were greatly thrilled by the recent appearance at the Norse Auditorium in San Francisco of Caspar Weinberger, the president's Secretary of Defense. The World Affairs Council and The Commonwealth Club of Califomia arranged the meeting. A short, no nonsense speech, was followed by questions. Without question Weinberger is well qualified to handle the compUcated problems of national defense.

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Sec'y, Capt. D. H. Johnston USN (Ret.) 3928 N. 36th St., Ariington VA 22207 Corr. Sec'y., RAdm. J. L. Pratt USN (Ret.) 4000 Mass. Ave. NW, Washington DC 20016 Percent Members: 78 The Washington-AnnapoUs luncheon group had a fine meeting at the Army-Navy Club on May fifth with two distinguished out-of-town visitors: Otto Von Schrader was one, in from Wisconsin to visit his children. His son and sonin-law are both Navy Captains and Classmates: Chaner Von Schrader, '37 and George Kirk, '37. Two great-grandchildren, can't remember if one from each or two from one, but Otto does.

Alvan Fisher was the other visitor, a picture of health the same size as in June 1922. Alvan and Florence were also visiting relatives.

Then there were the regulars: Carl Espe. Ken Ekelund, Frank Akers, Don Johnston (with an armful of new Class Roll Calls, saving a lot of postage). Doughboy Kneeland. Howard Davison, Hal Baker, Russ Sturges, Oliver Walker, and yours truly. (Oliver's firm is finding the financing for the reconstruction of the Club.

Costs have escalated threefold since his first offer five years ago. but the projected Club income will be considerably enhanced by rental of valuable office space gained in the remodeling.)

Back to the luncheon: Some years ago Owen Comp, announcing that it was his birthday, bought all the drinks and started an as yet unbroken tradition. Your scribe's birthday coincided this time. Everybody was thirsty. Had he

known how many would be there he could have saved a bundle by calling in sick! However, they gave him a cupcake with one candle. Easy to blow out, but dividing was tough.

Peggy and Don Johnston were packing for the wedding of their granddaughter, Mary Elisabeth Witthaus with Richard Bruce Speakman in Claremont, Califomia, on May 9th. Lovely giri.

We sadly report the loss of Clint Blount who died in his sleep in the hospital on April 17th.

Clint's obituary is found in "Last Call." Our deep sympathy to you, Elaine. (Elaine, as most of you know, is Rupe Lowe's wife's sister.)

We reported earlier about Vikki Kaplan beginning her singing career. Now, May 10th, she has married Jay Thomas Oliphant in Houston, Texas. Lots of happiness, Vikki.

The May 1st meeting of the San Diego Luncheon Club was enlivened by Lib Libby's stories.

BiU Riggs bought the drinks to make up for his own long absence. Fish Whaley and Henry Agnew were there. Vic Ellis has had a lens implant and is doing fine. Harvey Walsh and Nina will be in the East when you read this for the midAtlantic '22 co-ed luncheon on June second in Annapohs. A travehn' pair. Just returned from Palm Springs where they trammed to the peak of a 8516-foot mountain in a snowstorm enroute home from Apache Junction where Nina lived for 20 years. They also stopped at the Casa del Watson in Litchfield Park.

Harvey talked to Win Jones. Her new address: The Arcadian Retirement Hotel, 253 West Descarte Rd., Arcadia CA 91006. Glenn is doing well.

Lucille Stevens and her daughter Mary were East this spring with Mary's two children to look at colleges. Lovely Mary is the one who thrilled us with her singing at the 50th reunion.

Lucille's sister, Gladys Staples, now Mrs. G. L. Rhodus, is on a European tour with her husband.

The following from The Washington Post on March 30th: When President Tmman inscribed his initials on the world's first atomic submarine in June 1952, it marked the attainment of a technological dream for a spare, graying Navy captain then in his early 50s: Hyman G. Rickover.

Seven presidents have succeeded Tmman in the White House. The Korean war, two Mideast conflicts, the Cuban missile crisisVietnam, Watergate—all have receded into history. The NAUTILUS has been decommissioned and may become a tourist attraction where it was built, in Groton, Connecticut.

Hyman George Rickover—now a four star admiral—still clings tenaciously to the helm of the nuclear propulsion program which powers more than 125 submarines and surface warships.

He is the oldest officer on day-to-day duty, surpassing the previous record set by Gen. Winfield Scott who was 75 when he retired as Army Chief of Staff in 1861.

Dott Lott went to Panama not long ago and saw her granddaughter Anne Thompson win a blue ribbon in the Army Horse Show. Another of many prizes that great httle rider has won.

Mary Atkeson's three sons gave her a beautiful party on the 80th anniversary of her birth.

Twenty were there—practically all her family.

Bobby and Carl Eipe held their annual open house on May 17th. A host of callers; a lovely table groaning with goodies; great clusters of 51

At the birthday party

magnificent peonies produced by Carl's green thumb.

The picture of Milt Jackson's family (except two who couldn't be there) was taken on Hilda's 80th birthday. What a fine family they have raised. Milt contributed much to the Class all through his exceptional career which included management of steamship companies in civilian life prior to his retum to the Navy on December 8, 1941, retiring as a flag officer when h was all over. Milt was the prime mover in the original estabUshment of the '22 Memorial Scholarship Fund which has been so successful in contributing to the fine breed of naval officers we have today.

We sadly report the passing of John Parker's son, John E. Parker, Jr., aged 56, on April 13th after a long illness. We knew him well. He had a fine voice, and many of us remember the evenings among the pines at Rehoboth where we'd often gather. How beautifully he sang and gave us such pleasure. He is survived by his wife Eleanor and a son, John E. Parker III ("Skipper"), aged 24.

Ingeborg Lauterstein, the author of Water Castle, Houghton Mifflin, a fascinating story of the Nazi occupation of Vienna, has dedicated her book to Larry Holcomb who was her instmctor in creative writing years ago. Larry predicted then that the attractive Vienna-bora writer would achieve great success in the literary world.

Bon mot: "To get the most out of life—take big bites." (But chew slowly!)

23 Sec'y RAdm. Elliot Strauss USN (Ret.) 2945 Garfield Tertace Washington, DC 20008 East Coast Reporter Lt. Wm. P. Wadbrook USN (Ret.) 620 Americana Drive, Apt. 205 Annapolis MD 21403 West Coast Reporter Capt. H. H.Connelley USN (Ret.) 544 Silvergate Avenue, San Diego CA 92106 Percent Members: 93 Our May Luncheon was held on 6 May at the Officers' Club, Annapolis. A fine tumout of 70 was in evidence, with the following husbands, wives, widows and widowers present: Keat and Pablo Barrett, Sybil and Pierre Bemard, Bobbie and Arleigh Burke, Peggy and Mike Conrielley and daughter, Winnie and Jim Cutting, Janet and Neil Dietrich, Lydia and "Speed" Edwards, Janet and Wink Folk, Evelyn and Merle Huebl, Nell and Jo Johannesen, Margaret and 52

Henry Johnson, Roz and Don Kelsey, Anne and Ray Lewis, Betty and Stu Lindsay, Nova and Tony Mclsaac, Sally and Bill Mendenhafl, Pat and Dave Nutter, Mimi and Frank Rigler, Min and Morris Smellow, Mary and Emmett Sprang, Bea and Elliott Sfrauss, Ruth and Tommy Tucker, Louise and Fred Withington, Jo Ageton, Anne Ammon, Chiquita Bums, Sybil Cook, Donna Cutts, Ahce Day, Pearl Evans, Hazel Keith, Greta Kennedy and guest, Mrs. Lathbury, Kitty Kem, Betty Myers and daughter, Janice Perry, Lily Ralph, Dot Walton, Joe Briggs, George Holdemess, Peirce Kingsley, Bill McCafferty, Pat Moran, Val Pottle, Bill Wadbrook.

This Luncheon was blessed with lovely ladies, happy reunions, beautifully decorated tables, a fine menu, and even cool weather.

All present rose to express their appreciation for the thoughtfulness and effort put into the luncheon by: Dot Walton, for the beautiful floral centerpieces; Jim Cutting for taking charge of reservations and all arrangements with the Officers' Club; in this he was ably assisted by Tommy Tucker.

Especially welcome were those who came from considerable distances: Peggy and Mike Connelley and their daughter from San Diego, Roz and Don Kelsey, en route from Florida to Milton, Massachusetts, Janet and Wink Folk, from Old Lyme, Connecticut, Greta Kennedy and her guest, Mrs. Lathbury, from Moylan, Pennsylvania, Betty Myers and her daughter, from Medford, New Jersey, Joe Briggs from Virginia Beach, Bill McCafferty from Yonkers, New York, and Peirce Kingsley from Ridgewood, New Jersey.

The Woods and Von Dreeles sent their regrets as follows: The Woods, "Sorry to miss this Luncheon, leaving for Califomia April 28th—returning late in May;" the Von Dreeles, "Will be undergoing repairs!"

8 May 1981—Just informed by Arleigh that Dutch Will died this moming at 1 a.m. in Walter Reed Hospital. The cause of death was cancer.

Memorial services will be held in the Chapel in Vinson Hall. This Chapel was given by Dutch as a memorial to his deceased wife. A later memorial service will be held in New York City, where Dutch was so well known in business and shipping circles.

After a distinguished career in the Navy, mosdy in submarines, his last duty was as Commander Military Sea Transportation Service. In civihan life he became chairman of the board and president of American Export Lines.

He is survived by his son, Capt. John M. Will USN, at present on active duty, and a number of grandchildren. (Please see "Last Call.")

"Slim" Laurent writes: "What is your reaction to the suggestion that there be prepared and published, in a future issue of The Bulletin, a special item containing the names of those officers of the Class of 1920 who supervised our initial indoctrination and training during the Summer of 1919?

"An incomplete and possibly inaccurate hst, but based upon my recollection and the data given in the Register of Alumni, 1845-1981, follows: R. B. Daggett (5242), C. B. Momsen (5278), L P. Padgett (5286), G. C. Skinner (5339), G. P. Kraker (5343), H. H. Hill (5471), J. B. Carter (5524), and H. D. Power (5552)."

Additional Ensign "Instmctors" that I remember are Tobey, N. S. (5618) and Whelchel, J. E. (5390). All the above Ensign Instmctors, except for Daggett, are now deceased.

The one I remember particularly and, no doubt, many of the other 719 Plebes also have vivid recollections of, was Tobey. Each moming during Plebe Summer reveille blew at 6 a.m.

Within 4 minutes we threw on "white work" trousers, undershirt, socks, and "sneakers" and assembled 720 strong on the red-tiled roof of the Mess Hall. Within this time period, it was strenuous work for Bob McCormick, my roommate, and myself, not to speak of many others.

We lived on the 4th Deck of the new 4th Battalion Wing (which had just been completed in June).

Then our "Instmctors" put us through 20 minutes of setting-up exercises, taking turns in this daily duty. This was a normal moming's exercise. However, when Tobey had this duty we suffered, because he took us on a 3-mile ran to the old postgraduate school and back. Tobey led us. He was a tall, lean six-foot two, a former member of a track team, who enjoyed leading us 720 strong on this gruelling ran. (It would be nothing to present-day joggers, but it was not easy, strung out as we were.) Tobey was only 19 and younger than a number of our Classmates.

One of our "drills" in Plebe Summer was in pulling boats, heavy, double-banked, ten-oared cutters. Tobel commanded the cutter that I rode in. He usually took us out to Greenbury Point Lighthouse and we were often accompanied by another cutter in command of Ens. Padgett. On the way out we were drilled in oarsmanship, but on the way in these two ensigns delighted in racing the cutters in to the Dewey Basin, a distance of 3 to 4 miles. No pleasure for us Plebes!

In effect they cracked the whip over us, urging us to "Pull," "Pull," and "Pull," relentlessly.

From "Speed" Edwards: "The Naval Academy Museum has on display the Gibson flatback (Style A-3) mandolin, manufactured in 1913, that "Speed" presented to it in 1979. During our First Class Year it was played by Bill Thayer, leader of the U.S.N.A. Mandolin Club."

A letter from Wendell Taylor: "Dear William: 1 have just received your newsy letter about our Classmates which I have enjoyed no end. Needless to say, Marion also enjoys your bulletins and we have long discussions about the contents, living over that portion of our lives spent in the Navy.

"I spend most of my time in planting and tending to a large vegetable garden and chewing the fat with one of my friends who was a professor of chemistry at Oklahoma University in my days there, but who is also retired now. I wish you could join us in one of our fishing trips as we live on the shores of Lake Tenkiller. In the past we have spent much of our time fishing for catfish and croppie.

Shipmate, July-August 1981

"We both wish to get as much happiness and pleasure out of what you are doing as you are giving to us. Sincerely, Wendell."

From Wink Folk: "The "23 blazer patch project is moving right along—on turtle feet.

Bob McCormick called me from Wellesley, Massachusetts, yesterday to put his name on the blazer patch hst. Only 17 to go. How about you?

I don't mean just you. Bill, but you who read this.

"I meant to say before how much I enjoyed Karl Hensel's reports from his midshipman cruise diary. As with many others, it has been a pleasure to look back on those relatively halcyon days.

•'Karl's mention of the loss of CONNECTICUT'S propellers started a train of thought that ended with the memory of a catastrophe. In 1924 the 3000-ton cmiser G.ALN'ESTON lost its starboard 'wheel' en route to Frontera. Mexico, and put back to Boston on its port shaft for the Navy Yard fitting of a new starboard propeller. (No. that was not a calamity.) It meant some three weeks in civilization, quite unexpected, especially enjoyable in view of the fact that we did not end up in Frontera. (You've heard of the jumping-off place? Well. Frontera is where you land after you've jumped.)

"In Boston, at a tobacconist's. I met up with Pinkussohn's Potp>ouni. Perfect Pipe Pleasure, so the wording on the can read, and then and there began a long-lasting nicotinic love-affair between Pinkussohn and me. (Only pipe-smokers will appreciate this, especially the denouement.)

"Some thirty years later the American Tobacco Company bought the formula from the originator, J. S. Pinkussohn Cigar Company, of Charieston, South Carolina. Happily, there was no diminution in quaUty and the 'affair' continued to flourish, particularly since I never ran out of the tobacco. That, because my logistic officer always ordered a replenishment in good time, even with a destroyer year in Europe, a tour in the Yangtse Patrol, and WWII craiser duty in the Med and the Pacific. Finally, the aforesaid catastrophe befell me. The American Tobacco people quit making Pinkussohn. Over fifty years of smoking enjoyment was 'Gone With the Wind." and I grieve for my lost love.

However, life goes on and I have been trying various pipe tobaccos, straight and blended together. Thus, I have finally found a reasonably satisfactory mixture, so I survive. (And if anybody says 'Rabbits." it's all right with me as long as he is not a pipesmoker.)

"One more item: I have just finished reading The ImperialJapanese Na\y. (1941-45), by Paul S. DuU. It is written from the Japanese standpoint, but the author, an American, has some interesting observations of his own to make, especially his comments on Yamamoto. 1 recommend the book.

"See you in May. All of the best. Wink."

"Speed" told us that the majority of responses to his questionnaire indicated that May was the choice for our 60th Reunion. He named the 29th and 30th of April (1983) as tentative dates. (This choice was made in April because all athletic events at the Naval Academy terminate on 30 April.) Our luncheon Group agreed to this.

We leara from Tony Mclsaac that Nova was discharged from the hospital on the 21st of March. This was a happy day for Tony and an auspicious date for both as it was their 50th Wedding Anniversary.

Continuing "Hons" Waring's reminiscences of "My Annapohs Mates of Sixty Years Ago": Shipmate, July-August 1981

"In the mid-1920s, after setthng in Colorado, 1 typed up 1,200 words of notes about Annapohs." A few of the faded notes: "To get into the Academy, after receiving a Utah Congressman's appointment 1 studied seven months at Marion Institute for seven written exams in Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic, English, Spelling, History, and Geography. (I thought those excuns were long, but at Annapolis they lasted as much as 4 hours and 40 minutes without a break for a sip of water.)

"Some 2,200 boys took those entry exams in early 1919, and 720 were admitted. After acceptance physically, we paid the Academy $350 for our many clothes. (That would be like $3,000 now.) It was a great Plebe Summer, as the hazing upper-classmen were away on a craise. We learned rowing, saihng, knot-tying, swimming, machine shop, military drill, shooting, gymnastics and Spanish (or French). A bell would rouse us at 6 a.m. I had to dress and mn down four sets of stairs, stopping at the 'head' in my flight.

Rigorous exercise prepared us for breakfast. I always ate four eggs, but some bigger Plebes devoured seven. ""That dreaded day came in September when the older midshipmen rode herd on us. Meals were the worst. We sat erect on 2 inches of our chairs, eyes forward. Questions by the dozen were hurled. We were never allowed to say, "I don't know.' ff we missed the answer we took our plates and sat on the concrete floor under the table.

"Plebes could relax in their rooms, but in the corridors they marched stiffly with eyes to the front. No talking. We had to leam discipline, for some day we might demand it of our men in war. Some of our Classmates couldn't take h. " 'Celebrities' came to watch us parade.

Once we performed for King Albert of the Belgians and later for Edward, Prince of Wales.

(Age about 24.) That's before Edward VIII met Wally Simpson. It was a tradition for such royalty to show appreciation for our parade by asking that all demerits be wiped off the current slate. I was saved by both Albert and Edward.

Later the Commandant put me down for 30 demerits because I sneaked to a dance with a girl who came down from Goucher College. The Superintendent wiped those demerits off after the Army-Navy Game at the Polo Grounds because the midshipmen had not misbehaved after our victory.

"These are my reflections this Christmas as I leam what splendid service the Class of 1923 rendered and still renders to the Nation."

Karl writes: "I've been so busy lately that I have had httle time to write anyone. That freeze in January was our worst since '62 and it was the second time we ever had ice on our birdbath.

Temperature was below 32° (to 30° and probably 29°) for 2 to 4 hours and it killed a lot of stuff, but here mostly just palm fronds—not the hearts—so the city tracks have been swamped—I must have had 200 fronds fall. Will take many months for coconuts and royals to get fiill heads again. Mango blooms all killed, but all seven varieties have new blooms and young fruit. Folks across the river had it down to 22° or so."

After the April Luncheon I carried a package from Bobbie Burke to Betty Lindsay, entrasted to me by Arleigh. Thus I had the pleasure of visiting the Lindsays in their attractive groundlevel apartment, which has a fine view of Back Creek and Annapohs Roads with their numerous sailboats.

It appeared that the package contained the Chapter's file of widows' addresses. Perhaps I was of some help to Betty in going over these addresses.

Stu and I reminisced about the old days of lacrosse in the "Twenties." Stu spoke about the faster play in present-day lacrosse. In the old days there were no boundaries except rivers, roads, etc. Consequently the game would be considerably slowed up by two players scrapping for the ball a hundred yards or so behind the goal net. with the rest of the two teams waiting on them.

In those days we wore no helmets or face guards. Numerous were the black eyes and broken teeth. And sometimes a player would be 'tomahawked' and knocked out. Those were the days!

At our April Luncheon, Val Pottle, Chairman of the Nominating Committee of the Washington Environs Chapter, informed us that the Committee had chosen as candidates: for president, "Speed" Edwards, and for vice president, Elliott Strauss. When put to a vote by all assembled, they were enthusiastically and unanimously elected. Fred Withington, as treasurer, and Bill Wadbrook, as secretary, were considered as "fixtures" and no vote was necessary.

From Sam Fuqua: "Our dear friends: Nothing too new, just want to wish you and yours a most Happy Easter and God Bless. All hands here just grand and busy BUSY. Pat and Charles leaving for Europe April 29th, and Edna and I holding down the fort and looking out for a place and a new dog (somebody gave the kids a puppy and THAT 'dun it')—we love a dog, but he is like having a Uon on the place, into everything and chewing up our shoes: starts to go to obedience school tonight, so we have hopes.

"We are looking forward to a big Easter—Pat's three fine sons will be home, so lots going on—we enjoy aU these younger folk and their ftiends.

"Edna and I and Pat's family send fondest regards and all our good wishes—please remember us to all. My very best wishes to you, Bill,—keep well and best of luck always. Sincrely, SAM." Don Kelsey writes: "In what, for all I know, may be the first issue of a pubUcation of USS CONSTITUTION Museum called Constitution Chronicles, the director of that Museum Usts his 4 most vivid impressions of 1980 and among them is the following: 'My second vivid impression is that of Admiral Arleigh Burke receiving the Samuel Ehot Morison Award for Distinguished Service from RAdm. Joseph Wyhe at CONSTITUTiONS 183rd Birthday Party in October at the Museum. Admiral Burke eloquendy inspired us with his vision of America's greatness and of the ever-present need for naval preparedness.

'The Samuel EUot Morison Award has now been awarded to Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge, Speaker John W. McCormack, Senator Leverett Saltonstall, as well as Admiral Burke, Chief of Naval Operations.' "How wonderfiil that the Museum can recognize an outstanding citizen each year at CONSTFTUTiONS Birthday."

Continumg Don's letter: "Soon we will be headuig North for the Summer, and I have notified Jim Cutting that Roz and I will be among those attending the Co-Ed Luncheon on May 6th. I look forward to seeing you and the rest of the Classmates present at the luncheon."

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Bob Cofer writes: "I was sorry to miss your telephone call the other day, but Maurine enjoyed talking to you. We have just enjoyed a fine visit over Easter with our son. Bob, who had been to nearby Manassas on an I.B.M.-Navy business trip. We managed to get a couple of his old boyhood '23 Junior friends, Frank Shoup (Scaley's son) and his lovely wife, Heidi, and Tom Mclsaac (Tony's). These young people are all very attractive and personable, a good time seemed to be had by all over dinner.

"I am very sorry that we will not be able to attend the May Luncheon but please give our very best regards to the whole gang. With warm regards. Bob." From Joe Briggs: "Just a little news from Virginia Beach about the 79th Anniversary and National Navy League Convention of which Marge, as president of the Women's Council (Norfolk) was a co-host with the Men's Council.

That kept her very busy, especially as hostess for the Women's Tea when 88 women attended from the U.S.A., Panama, and the Caribbean.

As her escort and chauffeur, it kept me enjoyably busy too.

"No other new of '23ers here. We hoped to attend '23's Luncheon in Annapolis on May 6th, but unable to because of Navy League activity for Marge and previous engagement for me.

All our best wishes to you and all '23ers at the May 6th Luncheon. Ever sincerely, Joe." (Fortunately, Joe came, but we regret that Marge was unable to.)

Resolution of Appreciation: On the occasion of its 79th Annual Convention, the Navy League of the United States expresses great appreciation for the efforts of the Hampton Roads Council and Norfolk Women's Council, and to their respective presidents, Roy D. Martin, Jr., and Marjorie P. Briggs, for their leadership they provided in making this a most successful meeting in Norfolk, Virginia.

Jack Curry writes: "Today my wife, Betty, is scheduled for surgery (right eye for removal of a cataract). Otherwise, no news worthy of mention. (My turn will come at a later date.)

She will probably have a similar operation (left eye) in the FaU. All the best. Sincerely, Jack."

Arleigh informs us that Mary Dugan died on 29 April at the Willow Care Nursing Home, in Mountain View, Missouri. She is survived by two sons and two daughters and many grandchildren. Interment will take place in Arlington National Cemetery-date not known at present.

Our sympathy goes out to Mary's sons and daughters and their families.

Ken McCracken has sent in a most generous contribution to the Washington Chapter, and, quoting Ken's own words, "to help pay for the postage and other expense involved in sending me the Washington Environs Chapter bulletin, which 1 always enjoy; or to pay for anything else beneficial to the Chapter like a bottle or two before lunch. Incidentally, please change my address on your records to: Capt. K. McCracken, 520 N. Edgewood Ave., La Grange Park IL 60525."

Correction: On page 49 of the April Shipmate in Dutch Will's letter about "those quartered at 37 Catherine Street" in Newport in the Spring of 1925, change "Redding" to Reddington.

"Reddy" Reddington went to flight instmction in Pensacola shorUy after completing the torpedo course at Newport. On the 21st of May, 1928, he was killed making a landing on LEXINGTON. "Reddy" was a good friend of mine.

In Plebe Year he and Norm Parks lived across the hall in a room opposite that of Bob Mc54

Cormick and myself. He was a quiet, savvy, likeable Classmate.

Eleven days earlier, 10 May 1928, "Pat" Rooney was killed, attempting to make a landing on LEXINGTON. He saw another plane in the landing pattem and sheered off to port to avoid hitting itâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but went into a spin and dove into the sea.

He was only 25. 1 saw him at the Naval Academy in June of 1926, shortly after he had received his wings, he was his usual cheerful, ebullient selfâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a happy lad.

Steamboat Fulton writes: "Dear Bill, It's time for a contribution to the kitty so here is a small check. About the only current news is a trip to San Francisco late this month for the wedding of a grandson. Greetings to the WashingtonAnnapolis Group. Sincrely, Steamboat."

And as well our thanks for the generous contribution of Greta Kennedy to the Washington Chapter.

West Coast News Present at the latest meeting and luncheon held at the Officers' Club, NAS, North Island, were the following: Hank and Helen Agnew, Murr and Gala Arnold, Madge Chapman, Mike and Peggy Connelley and their guests Swede and Betty Ekstrom '24, Louise Hederman, Billie Leith, Ken Moses, Al OIney, Bill Rassieur, Speed and Mabs Rodgers, Curt and Bunny Smiley, Put and Eleanor Storrs, Margaret Willett, and Ralph Woods.

After a proper prelude and a good lunch, we were informed of some recent trips. Mabs and Speed Rodgers spent a most restful week at their favorite place on the beach at Wakiki, Madge Chapman entertained us greatly by recounting some of the events happening to her on her most interesting trip to Ireland and England recently, and Mike tried to tell of the pleasure he and Peggy had experienced on their trip East. They attended the class coed luncheon at Annapolis on 6 May and were given a most cordial welcome there. They also were dinner guests of the Burkes, at which they had the opportunity to be with the Dietrichs and the Withingtons. They also enjoyed the hospitality of the Cofers at a lovely dinner at Vinson Hall. It was a most happy trip for the Connelleys in every way.

The group was saddened to hear of the deaths of so many good friends. Perl Charles died on 31 December 1980 in Phoenix, Arizona; Mary Dugan died on 29 April in Mountain View, Missouri; Brace Robinson died 23 May at Laguna, Califomia; and our distinguished Classmate, Dutch Will, died 8 May at the Walter Reed Hospital in Washington (DC).

The meeting wound up with election of officers for the group.

The San Francisco Bay Area group held its luncheon and meeting at the Presidio Officers' Club on 20 May. The "Lone Arranger" was Red Lusignan, assisted by Annabel. The Teuschers were forced to cancel out at the last minute, but the following fifteen answered the roll call: Bill and Susie (Duncan) Bennett, Cabell and Marion Gwathmey, Red and Annabel Lusignan, Peter and Betty Obninsky, Packy and Alice Schade, Bill and Esther Stock, Chariie and Ruth Walker. The next luncheon is scheduled for 21 October at the FAdm. Nimitz Club. You all come.

24 Sec'y and Columnist, Mr. Robert A. Keyer, Box 7234, Richmond VA 23221 E. Coast Sec'y, RAdm. H. B. Miller USN (Ret.) W. Coast Sec'y, VAdm. C. E. Ekstrom USN (Ret.) Percent Members: 88 Wally Petersen has advised that, unless notified to the contrary, a Coed luncheon will be held at Vinson Hall on 16 December 1981-the 3rd Wednesday. You have sufficient time to plan and if nearby Classmates in New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania attend, it could develop into almost a mid-Reunion, with added attendance from Norfolk Area.

Bob Sutliff, standing in the center of the Atsugi Air Base, could not comprehend the urgent activities surrounding him. On the left one Japanese Zero after another rolled down the ranway to climb sharply until out of sight as they tried to intercept the B-29s. Dozens of Zeros, hundreds of Zeros took off until all flying aircraft had disappeared. But, at the hangars at the head of the other runway came loud and prolonged shouts of "Banzai." Shortly, the weary and war-worn aircraft of all types began to roll down the ranway to make the uncertain and ragged takeoffs of the unskilled pilots. They too disappeared never to retum. Suddenly Bob snapped out of his reverie, for it was now 1 December 1950 and only that moming he had read his orders as Commanding Officer of the U.S. Naval Air Station at Atsugi. It had not been difficult for him to think back to those rugged days of 1945 as our Fleet steamed ever closer to Honshu. But now he had a job to do and do fast. The base must be ready to accommodate Navy and Marine flyers in their operations against North Korea. In spite of the lack of equipment and transportation, the faithful Sea Bees got the job done as they had so often before. There was plenty of makeshift and of Can-Do spirit, and when Bob turned over the base in the course of time he had the satisfaction of having made that last step to Korea for the aircraft.

Although Herb Bearce chose to become a civilian in April, 1925, he carried on a military chain via his three sons: Earned (USMA '59) who became a Marine; Pat who became a naval aviator and is now a Captain USMC; and, Sandy who enlisted in the Corps working with helicopters and then joined Bell Helicopters in Iran.

With the abdication of the Shah he came home to the University of Texas. Graduating, he was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant and now has completed his indoctrination course at Quantico, with his parents, Sandra and Herb, as proud guests. Sandra keeps more than busy with her stable in dressage conformation competition while Herb continues as a schoolteacher. (New Address: 2508 Plateau, Piano, TX 75075.)

Frances and Josh Shively have their cooperative apartment on lower Fifth Avenue, New York, for deUvery in July and will then visit a daughter who lives in South Carolina until they make up their minds where to retire. It may possibly be in South Carolina.

John CuUen has retired. His new address is: 442A Newport Way, Rossmoor, Jamesberg, NJ 08831. He goes to Sam Singer's office about once a week in the City to say "Heho." And Sam has been appointed a trustee of the Harmon Industrial Aviation Award, which is given annually for outstanding achievement. John ShanShipmate, July-August 1981

non has also been appointed a trustee, which that autobiographers suffer many disadvanmakes two of the three tmstees '24. Sam Singer tages. If they adhere to the rules of evidence is still practicising law at 30 Vesey Street, NYC they quickly discover that many of their basic 10007. motivations have no substance but are the fruit Evvie Burroughs sent check in name of '24 to of hearsay. As a witness constrained to "facts, the Santa Barbara Astronomy Club in memory sir, only facts," they may not deal in opinions of our esteemed Classmate, Crutch Adair. From or conclusions. If in addition to this they show Cratch's memoirs: "In 1932 1 took a look a fitting modesty or due regard the canons of through an 8" reflector telescope and astronomy good taste, it ends up that they really have nothbecame my hobby." ing to tell. If they violate these rules, people will Lee Herring advised of the passing of Maurine doubt their veracity or decency or both. The Hayteron 31 March. Hubert (Virgie) Hayter was best autobiographies are ghost-written. There killed in action, December 1942, in the battie of was a Count d'Artagnan who died at the siege the Savo Islands. Maurine used to be active in of Maastricht as lieutenant general in the army work for Shipmate and helped the Class Sec- of Louis XV. He left an autobiography which retary keep contact with many widows in the came into the hands of Dumas, and the resulting Washington-Baltimore Area.

Three Musketeers is better than the original.

Remember seeing "Red" Ballinger practising Conan Doyle took the memoirs of Baron de the old time drop kick to score three points for Marbot and created the far more lovable BrigNavy? Not dozens of practice kicks but adier Girard. (Ask yourself, where is my bioghundreds of them, literally, day after day. His raphy? Is it in Alumni Association files?) persistence gave Navy three points against Penn Ellen and Weary Wilkins spent four days at State '21 in one game as Harold Wilson ran Easter in Crystal River, Florida. They visited nearly the length of the field on three occasions with Claudia and "Smeddy" Smedburg in their for touchdowns. And, in the Fall of 1923, Red's lovely home named "Secure" and all later had three points gave Navy a tie with Princeton in dinner together at the Plantation Inn. Ellen and the closing minutes of that game. Red would Weary continue to spend part of the year at sea. have been proud to have received his son's. May found them on a cruise in the Norwegian Herb Jr., recent round-robin letter describing Shipâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;SAGAFJORD Ft Lauderdale to Bermuda, his gas and petroleum engineering design work to St. Thomas, V.I., Puerto Plata, Dominican with Bechtel Corporation which keeps him comRepublic, Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and then back muting between Texas and Saudi Arabia. You to Lauderdale. may recall that Red was flying from WEST VIREd Woodyard wrote Wally Petersen recently GINIA on the 1928 craise to Hawaii. Catapulting saying, "When 1 see how I have rattled on, 1 to join Min Miller who was already in the air. feel it appropriate to give you Pascal's famous Red's plane "spun-in" from about 500 feet. The postscript: 'Please forgive the length of this plane disappeared and never was found. It was letter! I did not have time to write a short Min's sad task to go ashore and inform Pauline, one!' " Which should be said of a letter Felix Red's wife, who had gone out to Honolulu ahead Howland wrote a friend when Felix was a stuof the Fleet. Young Herb was bom several dent in Parisâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;this letter was only 70 pages in months after his Dad's death. He missed know- length. ing a trae and kindly gentleman, and would have Mahn Craig's father, once USA Chief of loved to tell his Dad of his rapid progress in the Staff, was a roommate of Ed Woodyard's father engineering world. at West Point back in the '90s.

Dynamite Short tells us he has a new address: Bob Keyer has a new street address: 3510 1202 E. Mulberry, Apt. 133, San Antonio, TX Stuart Ave., Apt. 2, Richmond VA 23221, post 78209. Dyna indicates that his new address is office box and phone number remain the same. across the street from Fort Sam Houston. Close Harriet McClelland Willis and Bill Cole were to the golf course and also across the street from married on 6 May in the First Presbyterian Chambers PaviUion, so he says they won't have Church, Virginia Beach. Harriet now becomes far to go when they come to get him. the newest '24 bride.

Grace Hoffman recently on a Caribbean 8 May, 1981 at Bethesda Hospital, Joe Farrell craise went to a hotel in Haiti where she stayed crossed the border to answer another roll call. in 1939 while Charlie was on Caribbean duty. He will be sadly missed and his Irish humor and It is reported Grace got the manager to XEROX wit is lost to us. his register showing her as a guest in 1939. She Month of May also witnessed Evvie Burwas lucky the records went back to that date. roughs resignation as a director because of probHonor and Savy Crampton, health permitting, lems with his eyesight; the remaining directors plan to go on a craise around Greece 19 August. elected Swede Ekstrom to replace him. Winter It will be hosted by a British group, with pro- visit of Georgia and Ralph Baldwin to South fessors giving lectures and the ship their home Carolina brought ten of Georgia's former high for two weeks. They both are thrilled with the school pupils from Rugby, South Carolina, idea of visiting Troy after having known it see her for a mini-reunion.

Rep Replogle praised the Lord for all the through the Iliad all these years! We heard through Red Pyne "25 and Mrs. Luthringer that blessings of his long life as he enjoyed his 78th Marshall Luthringer had been ill and the Class birthday in Defray Beach. Aldena and Ed Taylor wishes him an early recovery. Marshall '24 left during the Winter visited the concrete jungle the Academy youngster year because of the eye known as Waikiki. Since earlier report in this chart in sick bay. Marshall went to the U of column, we now have address of Frances and Illinois and after graduation started out as an Josh Shiveley for late June: 44 University Ridge, electrical lineman. He worked up through the Greenville SC 29602. ranks and served after the lower jobs as division engineer, chief engineer, president and then chairman of the board of Central Illinois Public 4 August 1947 Service Company, Springfield, Illinois. He reBirthday of the tired from this Company and lives at: 2512 W. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield IL 62707.

Medical Service Corps It may be remarked, observes Felix Howland, Shipmate, July-August 1981

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Sec'y, Capt. George F. O'Keefe, USN (Ret.) 2003 Glen Dr., Belle Haven Alexandria VA 22307 Columnist: RAdm. Schuyler Pyne USN (Ret.) 259 Providence Road, Annapolis MD 21401 Percent Members: 86 In the January-Febmary issue we paid especial tribute to Classmates who had already or who would pass the 80-year-old mark by 30 June. We would like to add now to that list with a great big "Happy Birthday" to those who will pass that milestone during the rest of 1981.

Chronologically arranged our new group includes Max Bailey, Ernie Davis, Red Day, Phil Creasor, Don Burling, Clyde Carmichael, and Speed Graubart. And to all you sub-octogenarians who have a natal day in that six-month period, a happy birthday also.

There was an extra-fine class luncheon held by the W. B. & A. group on 30 April at the O' Club in Bethesda. Fourteen were in attendance, which is nice in itself, but the special features was the presence of Oliver van den Berg whom many of us have not seen or heard from since he left the Academy in 1923. Your reporter has been a bit more fortunate in that he has seen and heard from Oliver at various times over the years and has been able to write him up for Shipmate on occasion. But it was great to see him again. Oliver and his wife Elizabeth, FAdm. Ernie King's daughter, and other family members attended a ceremony, dress parade and reception at the Naval Academy when the midshipmen's wardroom (messhall to you) was dedicated in memory of Fleet Admiral King.

Henry Ford, who had not seen Oliver for 57 years, was there too and persuaded Oliver to come to the luncheon. Briefly, and to risk possible repetition of info we may have given out before, Oliver left the Academy, where he had made many friends and was in great hopes of becoming a U.S. naval officer, because of eye deficiency. He matriculated at the University of Illinois and following graduation accepted a commission in the Army. After thirty years service he retired as a colonel and now lives in Webster Grove, Missouri, near St. Louis. Ehzabeth and he have five offspring living in various parts of the nation.

Going back to the luncheon, the other thirteen present were Toon Benson, Crosley, Ford, Goetz, Griffin, Woolsey Johnson, Kent Loomis, Marshall, McFariane, O'Keefe, Pyne, Robinson, and Slaven. A good representative group, although we always miss the others from the area whom we might have seen had they been there. Among the missing were some who come fairiy regulariy, some only now and then, and some only hardly if ever at all.

No April fooling, Paul Crosley and Mrs. Anna Osmond dashed off to the Montgomery Country Courthouse in Rockville, Maryland, and got married on 1 April. The new bride and groom had lived in the same apartment house in Falls Church, Virginia, and now occupy the same apartment there. The address is Munson Hill Towers, Apt. B-1, 6129 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church VA 22041. Congratulations to Paul and great happiness to Anna.

A short note from Bill Turney says that he and his Marj had dinner recently with Fran Grimes and her escort, and with Marj (McNally) and Arch Young, who were in the Philadelphia area for a flower show. All are reported as being in good health.

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. . . and the girls The Southern East Coast Florida group gathered on 12 April at Betty and Butch Parker's home on Lighthouse Point for a luncheon. Eight couples made it, seven Twenty-fivers and the Nick Nichols '26. Nick tried for our Class, but missed it because of height and had to setde for '26. The pictures of the people shown here give the names of the attendees: for the men, they are, I. to r., Gibbs, Eggers, Hull, Parks, B. B. Loomis, Parker, Nichols, and Foss; and for the ladies, Flo Hull, Louise Loomis, Carolyn Parks, Maggie Nichols, Ruth Eggers, Elsie Gibbs, Leone Foss, and Betty Parker. All hands enjoyed Betty's good cooking and a beautiful spring day. For a bit more news, the Hulls had a granddaughter married in Tampa in June.

We have told you at other times about Monty Egger's efforts through his film. His Majesty the Salmon, to promote conservation of the Atlantic salmon. Ruth and he have worked on this program assiduously for years and are recognized authorities on the subject. Recently Monty received the F. B. Eraser Award for his efforts before an assembled 250 salmon anglers. This deserves a full set of congratulations.

- From Burlingame, Califomia, Dick Reither writes that he has been promoted to Admiral, Texas Navy, because of his contributions to the Nimitz Museum. Judge Eller also enjoys that rank.

A very interesting and entertaining book entitled Cliina Ensign by our late Classmate Joe Stryker has just been published by Vaptage Press, 316 West 34th St., New York NY 10001.

Joe went out to the China Station in the old PITTSBURGH in 1926, served awhile in her and DDs out there, had a hitch in PENGUIN, a birdclass minesweeper converted into a Yangtze gunboat, and wound up in the craiser TRENTON. The book is just full of entertaining anecdotes, interesting facts and history, and an awful lot 56

of good fun and information. And it is quite bratally frank about the behavior and conditions out there in those "good old days." Navy Classmates are mentioned but always by pseudonyms. However, it isn't too hard to identify them if you use your memory and imagination and the various Quivers to see who was out that way in 1926-28, what ships they were in, and who had the recounted experiences. Joe gives us a pretty good account of the people he writes about, both for then and for later years. Everyone of our time will enjoy this book and Tini Stryker or Vantage Press will be glad to see that you get a copy if you write them; or go to your bookstore and order one. The price is $8.95, plus $1.00 for postage. Toon Benson, who was out in the Orient at the time, has made a list of those whom he remembers being out there.

These include Love, Brian, Crosley, McGoey, P. H. Lyon, McNulty, Poore, Sima, Voge, Wagner, and K. Williams. There were quite a number of later arrivals in 1927-28, but Joe's stories are restricted mainly to the list above.

An intriguing game is to see how many you can spot from Joe's really excellent treatment of his cast of characters.

Our "Down-easter" turned Jerseyite, Ed Walker, has brought us up-to-date on Mim's and his doings of late. They were, as you may recall, at the Reunion last Fall and in January through March they spent three pleasant months at St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. There they saw Eddie Beck several times who, Ed says, is getting along very well in spite of his lameness, and >s very popular with the widows in the area. The Walkers also had cocktails with BiU Veeder's widow Prissy, who lives in St. Petersburg and is also doing fine. A great thing has happened in their family in that their son, Ed Junior, Class of '54. has been selected for rear admiral, supply corps, USN, the first and only Classmate's son

to reach flag rank. A great big Congrats to the whole family.

Beulah and George O'Keefe were off again on a trip to Indiana in May and retumed via the Canadian side of Lake Erie.

On 27 June the Class of 1921 at Central High School in Washington (DC) held its sixtieth reunion with a luncheon at the Kenwood Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland. Kent Loomis is one of the alumni of that year, at Central, and he has given us the names of eleven others who graduated there that year and four years later in the Class of 1925, USNA. The names were Broadbent, Eaton, Gibbs, Kiel, John Long, Vic Long, Ludewig, Stiriing Smith, Tyree, Weeks, and George Wright. Not only did they graduate from the good old USNA, but they were a pretty savvy group too, with an average class standing of 126, four in the first hundred. six in the second hundred, and only two above 200, and quite long-hved too, as Gibbs, V. Long, Loomis, Tyree and Weeks are still with us, all having served at least 30 years in the Navy. J. Long, Ludewig, Smith and Wright also had long and honorable careers on active duty in the Navy; whereas Broadbent, Eaton and Kiel dropped out early for various reasons. Of the nine career Navy persons, eight held flag rank while on active duty or were placed on the retired list as flag officers, two as vice admirals, and six as rear admirals. A pretty outstanding group! Central High School is no more as such, its name having been changed to Cardozo some years ago.

The Naval Academy Foundation has informed us through our president, Henry Ford, who is a member of that outfit, that our Class now has the following memorial scholarships for young men who need help to get into the USNA: 1. The Class of 1925 Memorial Honor Scholarship to which many members contributed and are still doing so. 2. One set up by the wills of Margaret and Tony Rorschach and called the Anthony L. Rorschach - Class of 1925 Memorial Scholarship. 3. The Dundas Preble Tucker Memorial Honor Scholarship, the funds for which are taken from Dundas Tucker's very substantial bequest to the Foundation. 4. The Admiral Joseph W. Ludewig Scholarship created in memory of Joe by Minerva. 5. The George L. Todd Scholarship developed by the will of Louise Todd in honor of George. 6. A scholarship set up by the Gallery family to memorialize Dan Gallery '21 and Phil Gallery '28, both deceased, and to honor our Classmate, Bill Gallery.

Quite a hneup, and the value of invested funds is between three and four hundred thousand dollars. Our number of scholarships, six. puts our Class right up there, being only second to "22 who have seven or more.

On 25 April at the Dutch Masters Swim Meet in York, Pennsylvania, Woolsey Johnson took five firsts in the 75-79 age group. This guy is unsubmergible!

We have a few notes from the Midwest: Further reporting on their four-month stay in Coronado, Bonnie and Russ Thomson say they had a great time and saw Marge Pefley and her daughter, Joan Taylor, whose husband was Doda and Whitey Taylor's son, lost in a heUcopter accident some years ago. They also saw Virginia and Vic Long, Doris and Cam Briggs, and George Purmont, and Russ attended the San Diego Alumni March luncheon. Ed Triebe says he keeps himself busy in his yard and his shop and also in local projects as reported earlier.

Bob Dunlap in Edwardsville, Illinois, writes that he is still confined to a wheel chair, but he poShipmate, July-August 1981

etically outlined the problems of old age, winding up with the statement. "Thank God I m alive, even though old age is hell." Bob sends his best wishes to all Classmates. Reg Forster is confined to a nursing home, his wife Eloise tells us. He has a sickness known as algerinus.

Bill Gallery continues with his boot-camp graduation exercises at Great Lakes. Every week he arranges for a V.I.P. to be guest of honor at luncheon and the graduation parade. And the source of these Midwest notes, Charlie Silsbee, reports that he is doing well too.

Clem Criddle died on 18 March in Fairfax.

Virginia. We leamed of it only in time to make a quick entry in the column, and thus far know no details. Nevertheless we do express to Dorothy our most sincere condolences.

Bill Headden died of a heart attack at his home in Tiptonville. Tennessee, on 25 March. He had had previous trouble. He was buried with military honors from the First Baptist Church in Tiptonville, the naval unit from Milhngton NAS handling the arrangements. Interment was local.

Bill was a basketball and baseball player as a midshipman, being on the varsity baseball team for the last three years. As an officer he served in submarines and in destroyers, and had a full naval career. He went to his native Tennessee when he retired from the Navy and became interested in civic and church work, mainly in helping others overcome their troubles. He did not usually join in Class and Alumni activities, although Charles Silsbee and he carried on a written dialogue during the last few years. He is survived by his wife Helen and by a sister.

To them we send our deepest sympathy.

26 Corr. Secy, VAdm. W. R. Smedberg III, USN (Ret.). "Secure." Box 178, Crystal River. FL 32629 Percent Members: 88 It has been almost a year since we last heard of Ernest Parker Mills, when he had been elected to vice moderator of the Synod of the Rocky Mountains of the Presbyterian church.

That was repwrted, not by "Skipper" Mills, but by an admiring friend in Denver, Colorado, where "Skipper" has become a widely known and highly respected member of the community.

His friend, RAdm. Charles McWhinnie USNR (Ret.) USNA'22, now reports that LCdr. E. P. Mills USN (Ret.) has written a book. Listening; Key to Communication, which he has read with interest. He commented that Ernest P. Mills "life and work is, in my opinion, a credit to the Naval Academy."

Ben Scott Custer writes from Loudon Woods.

Rye. New York, in April enclosing a clipping from the Los Angeles Times reporting the death of RAdm. Phillip Niekum, Jr., on 10 April 1981, at Laguna Hills. Califomia. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. Phil will best be remembered by many of us for his valiant and determined fight to be restored to the active list, after his retfrement, and loss of one eye. His many contributions during the war, especially at Iwo Jima and Okinawa, and his continuing devotion after retirement in 1948 to lectures and writings on the Communist menace demonstrated the power of his will over his deteriorating physical strength. He was active in the Republican Party, at various levels, in the Retired Officers Association of which he was a life member, the Naval Academy Alumni Association, and the VFW. The Class extends deepest Shipmate, July-August 1981

sympathy to Phil's two daughters.

Ben Custer also wrote of his and Henry Boorse's efforts to bring together the "remnants" of 1926 in the New York area; successful in October where a luncheon at Columbia University Faculty House brought Albertson, Boorse. Crowley. Custer, Flippin, Schanze and Whiteside. He was planning for another in May, hoping to add Mumma. Ted Aylward from Philadelphia, and Lin Brannerman from Boston.

Ben also reported that Bill Whiteside has been in London for several months, where he celebrated the arrival of his first grandchild, bom to his only daughter, married and living in London.

Ben was full of regrets that he and Belts would not be able to make the 55th Reunion because of the visit of their daughter and family from Boulder, Colorado, from the middle of June until early in July.

Word has been received from the Alumni Association conceming the deaths of two Classmates, but few details. LCdr. Wayne H. Miller USNR (Ret.) died in BaUimore on 15 Febraary 1981. and was buried in Arlington National Cemetery on 19 Febraary.

Cdr. Edward N. Leonard USNR was reported by his daughter, Barbara Hemphill of Charlotte, North Carolina, to have died on 31 March 1980, and that he was the manufacturing vice president of Rexham Corporation, formerly Riegal Paper Corp. The CS has written Barbara to determine if the date of his death was in 1980, as she wrote, or in 1981. which seems more probable, since we had heard nothing about it during the intervening year.

After what seems like a long silence, Mac McCorkle writes from 93 Clarendon Ave.. Providence Rl 02906, on 26 April 1981 that, "All the snow has been shovelled and gone. Hibernation is complete, Forsythia and Japonica are in bloom. Spring must be somewhere near." He had just been the guest speaker on board USS MASSACHUSETTS in Fall River, for the Southern New England Chapter of the Naval Reserve Association, and had "wanted to pat or hug the guns of those forward turrets that night, because if it had not been for their skillful handling off Casablanca. 1 would not be around today." Mac related the incidentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;then a major happeningâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;when his TILLMAN was under fire from the French battleship, JEAN BART, until MASSACHUSETTS came to his rescue and silenced her.

Our Bill Cooper's lovely Lois wrote Claudia and me that she has joined the rest of us greatgrandparents, starting in 1978. and is very happy at having her Jack and his wife Pam living next door to her in Newport. Bill Cooper. Jr.. is hving in New Hampshire and has two grandchildren, and Ann has three lovely daughters. Lois. Charlotte Ann. and Susan.

Grayce Fravel reports 14 at the April 28th lunch of the Washington group at Ft. Myer: Aitkens, Braton, Busey, Cavenagh, Greenacre, Harvard. Katz, Kelley, Lovett, Morrison, Stiegler. Strain and Sylvester.

"Red" Ransom mailed a clipping from a newspaper in Collingswood, New Jersey, reporting the death on April 6. 1981 of William D. Truax, who came into the Class from "25 but did not graduate. Many will remember him as a fine tumbler on the gym team.

And. in the May issue of the Retired Officers Association magazine there appeared, under "TAPS,"" the name of Capt. Louis L. Vodila USN (Ret.). The CS has no other information, nor any confirming news. Lou was a member

of the Alumni Association, which shows his address as 150 Tamarack Drive, Aptos CA 95003. The Class extends deep sympathy to his wife, to whom the CS has written.

Max Leslie wrote in early May that it looked as though we will have several foursomes of men for the 18 June tournament, and at least one of our ladies. By the time this reaches its readers it, and the 55th, will be past history.

Max says that he has been playing golf regulariy, about 16-17 days a month, and was looking forward to a golfing tour to Honolulu, playing five courses from 13-19 July.

The CS has just retumed from Concord, Massachusetts, where he celebrated his 60th Reunion at Middlesex School, with the only three of the ten Hving Classmates who showed up.

However, my brother George Smedberg, was there from Palo Alto, incident to his 55th reunion, and came back to Florida with me, never having been here before.

27 Sec'y, RAdm. Brooke Schumm USN (Ret.) 680 Americana Dr., #25, Annapohs MD 21403 Percent Members: 89 A note from Tom Hamilton with the following news: "Sorry to be the conveyer of bad news.

I called Don Griffin and asked him to call you about Jimmie Thach, who died on 15 April at Balboa Naval Hospital, and to tell you I would send the obituary (which I thought was very good) out of the San Diego Union.

"Jimmie had been in the hospital since early December, and they did everything possible, but he has had a miserable time. A very nice service was held at the Navy Chapel at North Island followed by interment at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. Classmates present included Mike Hunte, Harry Hummer, Walter Price, Gil Richardson, Cliff Cooper, Dutch Deutermann, Jimmy Hogg, Walter Winn, Alan Sutherland, Ken Keepers, Kitchen, Ziggy Dawson, Aley Sharp and possibly others. A large number of friends from many other Classes were there.

"Madalyn seems to be doing OK with the aid of their two sons. Jack and BiU" Our Class is saddened by the loss of such a fine Classmate and outstanding aviator and Naval Officer. We send our deepest sympathy to Madalyn and other members of his family. See "Last Call" for details of his remarkable career.

On a happier note, Tom also reported that Mike Hunte is making a strong comeback and that Harry Hummer is recovering from his operation. Emmie and Tom had a wonderful time with Clare and Walter Price at their mountain on Easter Day. The San Diego County Chapter of USNA Alumni Association, Class of 1927, met for "spirit raisers" and luncheon in the Destroyer Room of the Admiral Kidd Club on 28 April.

Bobby and Clarence Coffin, secretary, had retumed the previous day from the annual Yangtze River Rats' reunion, held this year in Virginia Beach, to report a happy celebration with a hundred assembled "River Rats" in a setting of blooming dogwood, azalea and rhododendron.

Gill Richardson, president, read a note of appreciation from Madalyn Thach for the flowers and condolences sent by our group to the funeral services for Jimmy Thach.

After many months absence owing to ill health, Cece Caufield made a welcome appear57

ance with Dorothy Smith, his sister-in-law, as guest.

Another long-time absentee, Jessie Chamberlin, joined us for the first time since she broke her wrist last Summer. Skivvie is stiU in Coronado Convalescent Hospital, his condition little changed.

Congratulations were extended to Wash Willcox on his ?th birthday. We don't mention the year any more and probably won't until it reaches something spectacular like 90 or 100.

After a few stories and a reminder from Gill Richardson that those questionnaires pertaining to arrangements for next year's 55th reunion in Coronado which have not been returned are urgently needed before plans can be completed, the meeting was adjourned.

Because access to our meeting places is too difficult for Anna Lyde Cooper to manage with her "walker," and drives of any length in the car are painful for her back, she has not been able to come to our luncheons. However, Robbie and I were fortunate to see her at a dinner party at the home of near neighbors of the Coopers, and her many friends will be happy to hear that she looks extremely well and her good spirits and sense of humor are stUl with her.

A note from Red Scoles in LA: "Substituting for den-father Ed Eckelmeyer who was off on one of his East Coast voyages. Our lunch at the 'O' Club Long Beach on 24 April brought out six of us plus one wife, who helped to keep it clean. Present: Red Scoles, Dutch Woelfel, BUI Kera, Ron Hamley, Harry TaUman, Bill Nation and his wife Clara. Harry looked good and Dutch is finaUy through with his surgical overhaul work. After hearing of those who have recently passed on, our organ recital was somewhat muted, vis., we may have aches and pains, but it's not so bad, considering the alternatives."

Heinle Armstrong reports for the Northern California Clan: "Greetings to you and Ruth.

Hope that all goes well, Betty and 1 continue to keep a check on that old hypertension.

This Saturday 1 again serve the Naval Order of the U.S. and present a third sword to a Middie. Best to all hands: am glad to say that I've discharged my portion of the USNA Alumni Fund work."

The Clan met for luncheon for its Second Quarter Spring Meeting. Those reporting in were: Marshall Smith, Helen Todd, Helen and Jim McKinstry, Helene and Gene Lugibihl, Edie and Bob Ford enroute to visit Amber Palace, Jaipur, India窶年ov. '80

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At the Naval Gun Factory, February 1952 Johnita Heald, Coach GuUett, Rosie and Frenchy Goyette, Edie and Bob Ford, Helen Dyson, Rosie Boyd, Nina and Ernie Blake, Lorene and Charlie Beasley, and Heinle Armstrong.

Get well cards were signed and sent on their way to Dottie Truslow, still walking with her four-pronged cane after her fall at Xmas, Earl Patterson who remains in the convalescent home at Pleasanton, California, and Argyll Buckley is stiU convalescent at Cupertino. A sympathy card was sent to Ross Kellerman.

Ross indicated that his beautiful Eleanor had died of cancer. He has sold his home in Santa Rosa and will move up to Washington, near Everett to be near his daughter and family. Al Mayfleld reports by note that he spent a happy Christmas down in Carmel. Kathie Heinlein is getting over the flu. Al called Tex Anders and found he had been in a respirator on account of herpes (shingles) which had caused paralysis.

He is now walking assisted by a cane. Don Hilton was out of town celebrating the birthday of a grandson.

Virginia Walsh had a long standing date with the ballet. On 13 January she was presented with a new grandson named David Ryan Underlich. Barbara Wickhorst, still a very serious graduate student, expects to receive her M.A. in gerontology this December. Congratulations.

Margaret Reilly Cole has her Saturdays taken up by the Berkeley Lawn Bowling Club. Frank June, Pebble Beach, celebrated his 76th birthday with a gathering of relatives from North Carolina. Sunney is still undergoing therapy for her broken wrist. Down there, Joe Earnshaw also had a 75th BD in March.

Phyllis Chappell reports that she received a letter from Captain R. P. llg USN '60, C O . of USS WABASH (AOR-5), reporting the ceremonies off California in which the ship conducted impressive ceremonies for commitment services for Lucius Chappell with appropriate gun salute. He sent Phyllis the Flag involved and one of the cartridges of the salute. LiUian Henry wrote she has taken steps to obtain a memorial chair in the Naval Academy Stadium for Hank.

Count DeKay came through with news of the Carmel group. They all appear to be doing well.

Janet and Ted Fauntz stopped by on their West Coast swing. Mary and Claren Duke are off again to visit Germany and Austria. Rosie Boyd took a trip through Texas and on to Florida.

After returning he suffered a blockage in a vein in one eye, which took some doings, but he is now OK and again playing golf.

A letter from Otie Gregg reported the death of Eddie Ponvert, of which more later. He also enclosed a picture of Classmates taken at the Naval Gun Factory in Febraary 1952, which is printed in this column with names listed as Adams, AUan, Ashford, Atkinson, Bowling, Brockman, Cooper, Edsall, Gazze, Gregg, Gullett, Hinners, Hoerner, Hunter, King, Knickerbocker, Organ, Outerbridge, Palmer, Ponvert, Rice, Ross, Rubins, Shapley, Snyder, Sutherland, Van Mater, and Zern.

Ernie Blake is back at golf after a tour in the hospital with phlebitis in January. Nina has recentiy been seen as the organist in The Big Stuffed Dog and in TV promotion spots. Johnita Heald recently spent a week in Santa Barbara with her daughter Nancy and family. She had lunch with Frances (George D.) Jones, who had just returned from a trip to Australia and New Zealand with her daughter Sally. Coach GuUett reports the birth of a grandson, son of Jimmy GuUett. Coach has been enjoying a visit from his daughter with family. Her husband is a physicist with the Los Alamos Laboratory. Betty and Heinle Armstrong both participated in the White Elephant Sale, both working in the jewelry department and they made a profit. Heinle thanked the Alumni Fund Drive assistants for getting the drive off to a good start. They were Clif Cooper, Tommy Flynn, Jack Dalton, Jimmy Hogg, Frank June, Coach GuUett, and Marie Gouge. (Thanks, Heinle, for a full report.

Sec'y.)

The following named Classmates attended the Naval Academy Foundation Meeting in Annapolis in May; George Anderson, Don Griffin, BiU Irvin, Dick Phillips, and Charlie Tooke.

Your scribe was asked by the United States Naval Academy Sailing Squadron to present the Annual Cressy Regatta Trophy to the winning crew. Tabor Academy, at the awards ceremony held at the Robert Crown Sailing Center on 3 May 1981.

A note from Elizabeth Shands, Courtney's widow, in which she states: "Courtney Jr. and Courtney 111 now live with me. 1 will always miss the Navy."

Bob Hinners wrote Mac McClaughry that he could not attend our May luncheon because he is involved with the Choral Society of the National Cathedral on that date. Likewise Smut Cortner, who is having trouble with his heart pacer. And also John Malley, who said that Kay is in and out of the hospital and they will be unable to travel at that time. Merie Johnston Shipmate, July-August 1981

(Mrs. Paul F.) has written me asking for info on the 55th Reunion, and has been duly referred to GiU Richardson.

Frenchie Goyette suffered a heart arrest and was in the Navy Hospital in Oakland, where it was a nip and tuck affair. Rosie, as usual was there. He is now home and taking it easy. In June the Bob Fords will join an artists' group on a trip led by Ralph Lamdesman which will include England, Scotland and Wales. They report the arrival of their third grandchild, Tyler Morris Ford, son of Jimmy Ford and Pam. Father Time has taken a heavy toll on members of our Class since the last report in Shipmate. Otie Gregg had the sad duty of reporting the death of Edwin K. Ponvert on 19 April. Ed had been going downhill every since he had an eye operation in February, Ed had retired from the Navy in 1937 as a JG, but went back to active duty in 1941. He did contract work for the Navy and, on one occasion had a head-tohead confrontation with Admiral King. Naturally, he claimed to have won the argument.

(See "Last Call" for further details.) BiU Burch has made a generous contribution in memory of Ed to the class fund.

Gordon Forbes '21 was kind enough to send me a card informing me of the death of Elizabeth Denty (Mrs. Harry.) of cancer on 19 April 1981.

She was survived by three children: Ann Denty Schoonover, WUIiam M. Denty, George C. Denty, and four grandchildren. Interment was in Ariington Cemetery. Liz Denty was a sweet and lovely person, and aU those who knew her wiU miss her sorely.

Lonny Pancoast reports from Pensacola of the death of Francis Reynolds Jones. Lonnie wrote that as he has had many complications that would have caused a great deal of suffering.

"Snooks" was buried on 8 May in Greenwood Methodist Cemetery in Pensacola, Florida. (See "LastCaU.") Delano Jackson Fitzgerald, a non-grad, died on 1 May 1981. Dellie was 77 years old and had been a top official of the Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. in Maryland. Dellie offered his services to the Navy during WWII, but was tumed down for active duty on account of his services being of paramount value to the country in his then current assignment. (See "Last Call.")

Frederic Shram Habecker died in Anne Arundel County Hospital after a long illness. He was buried in the U.S. Naval Academy Cemetery on 15 May 1981. Fritz was one of the best liked members of our Class, and he and his wife, Betty, often hosted their many friends in their home on College Avenue. We will all miss him deeply. (See "Last Call.")

The sincere condolences of the Class are extended to all friends and relatives of our departed Classmates and wives.

28 Corr. Sec'y, Capt. Albert O. Momm, USN (Ret.) 121 Glen Oban Dr., Arnold MD 21012 Florida Corr., RAdm. R. N. Norgaard, USN (Ret.) 121 N. Phelps Ave., Winter Park FL 32789 West Coast Cort., RAdm. W. A. CockeU USN (Ret.) 3222 Browning St., San Diego CA 92106 N. Eastem Corr., Capt. R. O. Burzynski USN (Ret.) Box 145, New Castie NH 03854 Percent Members: 91 Shipmate, July-August 1981

John Urquhart reports the sad news of the death of Lucretia (Mrs. John) Zablisky on 26 May in Washington DC. Funeral services for Lucretia were held at the Ft. Myer Chapel three days later, with interment at the Ariington Cemetary. In addition to John, Lucretia was survived their daughters Mae Scanlon and Frances Ogg. Lucretia was a sister of RAdm. Worthington S. Bitler USN (Ret.) '22.

"Chet" Wine, LiUian Wine, Kay Leary, Mac Leary, and Kathleen Holland, widow of "Waxie" In San Antonio, Texas, in early April, a surprise party for LUIian and Chet Wine upon their 50th Wedding Anniversary was given by their children, Robert and Carolyn Bell, and grandchildren, all of Rolla, Missouri. Attending the cocktail party and dinner were Kay and Mac Leary, and Kathleen Holland, widow of "Waxie" Holland. Chet remarks: "It's always great fun to be with Classmates of the BLC." Duke Merson, as a memberof a tenants' panel on conversions of rental property to condiminiums, testified recently in hearings before Rep. Berry S. Rosendahl's (D-NY) House commerce, consumer and monetary affairs subcommittee in Washington. Rep. Rosendahl plans to introduce legislation to make sweeping tax law changes aimed at curbing such conversions.

Duke reported that his $495-a-month rent would rise to a $l,400-a-month payment to buy his converted apartment at the Promenade in Betheda, Maryland. Duke told the panel of congressmen: "1 don't have that kind of money".

As noted in the May Shipmate, Duke has since moved to Williamsburg.

Jerry Gerin tells us that Duke had an excellent chance to make Spike Webb's varsity boxing tfeam, except for an unusual accident that occurred in our first-class year. Before that boxing season opened (about Dec. '27), Duke and Jerry were sparring in the ring near Misery Hall—actually, more likely "fooling around."

Jerry came up with his head after a clinch, and caught Duke on his nose, breaking it. The doctor in the hospital told Duke that if it happened again, there was nothing they could do for it.

Jerry reports that Duke had the greatest admiration for Hap Lyon '25, who helped and encouraged him at the Academy, gave him extrainstruction in a basement room so he could keep "sat," and helped him cope with his personal problems. Then Jerry says; "After all that, Duke ended up with a Ph.D., as did Matt Radom!" Jerry continues: "Duke and 1 entered the admin office at the same time. Duke was assigned laundry No. 1, and 1, No. 7. Duke said that was an awful number to wear on his white working clothes; The upperclassmen would say to him: 'So you're No. 1; you will be first in line.'"

Swede Norgaard writes that Winter and Spring went by quickly for them. He reports: "In the course of reviewing a book for our University Club, 1 came across the unusual story about Bypass Beyerly in 'Mary" Miles' ('22) book A Different Kind of War, published in 1967. Bypass was in WWII the executive officer, U.S. Naval Group, China. His group was planning a Christmas dinner in 1943 at their Happy Valley Camp near Chungking. Bypass had inquired for weeks about a shipment of sulphuric acid that he was expecting from 'over the hump." It arrived just before the dinner. When the box was opened, it contained a case of Old Forester.

'There is nothing better,' said Farmer Brown years ago. Traly, an example of loyalty among '28 Classmates. For more on Bypass and China, see the Golden Twenty-Eighter, as well as Mile's book."

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Sec'y, RAdm. Cal Laning USN (Ret.) 6404 Lakeview Dr., Falls Church VA 22041 Cort. Secretaries: So. Cal., Cdr. Bill DarneU USN (Ret.) 2003-224 Bay view Hts. Dr. San Diego CA 92105 No. Cal., RAdm. Dick Ballinger USN (Ret.) 25 Teal Rd., Belvedere CA 94920 Florida, RAdm. Daniel Carlson USN (Ret.) Doral Mobile Homes, Villa No. 17 Clearwater FL 33515 Percent Members: 86 (Editor's note: The Gremlins are not asleep!

Through some as yet unexplained positioning, part of the Class of '29 news in the May issue ended up under the Class of'28. So please check the last five paragraphs of 1928 for that issue to see what you missed. Our apologies to all.)

It appears that our Classmate, Chandler Johnson, was the one who ordered the National Ensign to be erected on Mount Suribachi, Iwo Jima, which subsequentiy became the famous Marine Memorial, reproduced in bronze at Arlington. Rosy Junghans submits the following quotes from John Toland's book. The Rising Sun: "The next moming the Marines resumed the assault on the battered volcano, edging up its sheer sides in the face of concentrated fire . . . PUIboxes and underground galleries were seized. Marines bellied into small caves, knives in teeth, to eliminate the enemy in close combat.

First Lieutenant Harold Schrier and forty men neared the summit. He had an American flag and instructions from Lieutenant Colonel Chandler Johnson, his battalion commander, to place it 'on top of the hill.' At about 10:15 a.m. they reached the rim of the crater, which was blanketed with dead Japanese. At the lip they were temporarily pinned down by a burst of fire from a small group on the other side. During the skirmish, somebody found a long piece of pipe. The flag—it was 54 by 28 inches—was secured to one end, and at 10:20 Lieutenant Schier and five men, including an Indian, Louis Charlo, raised the Stars and Stripes. (Further combat, even then, is described.) From the beach area below, the small flag was barely visible. Men in foxholes cheered and punched one another. Fortuitously, James Forrestal, who had become Secretary of the Navy after the death of Frank Knox, was coming ashore . . . Forrestal said gravely, 'The raising of that flag on Suribachi means a Marine Corps for the next five hundred years.' Colonel Johnson, who had sent up the flag, turned to his adjutant; 'Some son of a bitch is going to want that flag, but he's not going to get it!" He ordered the original brought down, and another put in itsjjlace."

Chandler was killed in action a few days later.

We have a letter from Vite, his wife, telling of the circumstances. "Chan had the 2nd Bn. of the 28th Marines, which was commanded by Harry Liversedge. As 1 got the story from 59

Harry, the final push was successfully accomplished by Chan's outfit and the little battalion flag was flown from the top of the mountain.

This could not be seen from the ships—so Chan sent down for a larger flag, which was hoisted by the 2nd Bn. men and became the famous statue and picture. This took place on 15 February I think. After that area was secured, the whole regiment was moved up to join Tommy Womham on the Northem front. On March 2nd, Chan took off on a routine patrol, in a jeep with a driver and gun bearer. The jeep received a direct mortar hit, and all three men were blown to bits. Harry told me he personally went up to the scene and searched, hoping to find Chan's class ring or something. AU they found was a crater.""

Sally and Russ Hart directly witnessed the space shuttle launch without having to get out of bed because their home, on a canal of Merritt Island, Florida, is so close to the pad. They invited Joey Ray to their loge seats, but, due to postponements and responsibilities, Joey missed the show. Yr secty would have loved it: we always wanted to see our second launch, the first one to be seen from a safe position. We and Bob Heinlein witnessed the fourth V-2 launch at White Sands from a ditch in front of the control blockhouse in 1947. It was a shattering experience, but one for which the checksighting on the six-inch guns of the battleships had inured us. At the next launch of those captured V-2s, Joe Berkley was caught in that same ditch when the V-2 blew up at 2000 feet and showered him.

Joey now swims throughout the Winter in his solar-heated pool, when he is not making pecan pies for everybody. In May, these attractions brought visits from all three daughters and Ruthie"s sister. Joey's letter contained hints on "How to know you're growing older." We recognized Hint #7: "You look forward to a dull evening."

Do you get mail addressed to "Mr. and Mrs. RAdm. S ?"" Kemp Tolley suffered even greater humiliation, (juoting him: "Several weeks ago I was in the Aberdeen PX likker store, where the beautiful young lady behind the counter scrutinized my ID card, observing that her knowledge of Navy ranks and rates left something to be desired. 'Wot does that R-A-DM mean?" she speUed out. 'Radioman?' So 1 wrote it down in my squiggly handwriting on her pad. 'Oh! Rear Animal,' says she. 'Is that officer or enlisted?' " A mention in this column that Carl Johnson, Curator Emeritus, might contact Alice (BUI) Gates, brought immediate action. "Mission completed! Your suggestion in March Shipmate, with a perfect clue, set me in search of Alice Gates. She is serving as secretary at The Old Gaol Museum in the town of York, Maine.

It was great to meet this very attractive lady at her office, and we had much to talk about. Hope Financeers Les Richardson and Roy Simpler, celebrating recent coups

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I didn't take her away from her desk too long while various museum volunteer ladies were trooping in and out. She gave her address as 48 Fletcher Woods, Kennebunkport ME 04043.

Connie and I will try to build on this acquaintanceship for the future. Best wishes to all of you in the WB&A Chapter. Carl."

Connie (Gordon) Cone wUI be in Washington in December as Congressman Pashayan's representative to the White House Conference on Aging. While here, she will visit Vinson Hall.

Connie is the organizer and early executive of the several senior citizens' residences in Portersville, Califomia. Jane (Woody) Huelskamp has been asked to write the details of Woody's Navy years for his hometown history book. In Santa Monica, Wally Baird notes the only "29 activity is an occasional telephone conversation with Frannie Hutchinson, discussing the peculiarities of USAA insurance policies.

On the first full day of Spring, March twentyfirst, a memorial service was held for our Jacob W. Waterhouse in the Bethlehem Chapel of the majestic Washington Cathedral, attended by numerous relatives. Classmates, their wives and widows and other friends. Lucy had come from Wheeling, West Virginia, accompanied by Jake's brother Jack and the Reverend Carrol Thom who had attended and comforted Jake during his last year. Father Thom officiated at the service assisted by Chief Gunner's Mate Robert Winters (Ret.) who had been a lay reader at St. John's Episcopal Church, Broadcreek, Oxon HiU, Maryland, when Jake was the senior warden. It would have warmed the heart of any sailor to have heard at the end these celebrants sing "Etemal Father Strong to Save" con brio e anima. Following the service all hands adjoumed to the adjacent College of Preachers for a reception and buffet. It was an impressive tribute to our esteemed friend and Classmate, and we welcomed the opportunity to express to Lucy and Jack our sympathy for their and our loss.

Thanks to the " Z " in the name. Tracker DarneU has located old Plebe Jack Z. Clark, partly retired in Kansas City. His address is 4924 Logan Road, KC. MO 64136.

30 Corr. Sec'y, Capt. Herbert H. Marable, USN (Ret.) 100 Askewton Rd., Round Bay, SevemaParkMD21146 Percent Members: 88 Whereas the members the Class of 1930, during the business meeting at the 50th REUNION, selected Annapohs as the site for our 55th REUNION, it became the responsibility of the Class Executive Committee in Washington to initiate the planning. In discharging this responsibility, October 25, 26, and 27, 1985, are the dates chosen as the week end for the affair, and reservations have been made at the Annapolis Hilton. The Navy-Pittsburgh football game is scheduled for that week end and should lend some zip to the occasion. October 19 was the first choice for the REUNION but the Hilton had already been fully booked for this Homecoming Week End, and no other suitable reservations were available. Now that you have read it, read it again and jot it down. Incidentally, BiU Nelson has volunteered to be the chairman for the 55th. BUI Snead points out that all those interested should note that the dates for the "AND A HALF 52" have been set as 18-20

March 1983 on the West Coast.

Fred Bradman has been pouring in the information during the latest mails to arrive. '30 SW Area Group held its monthly luncheon meeting on 10 April at the COM at Ballast Point. Present; Herb Andrews, Fred Bradman, Moon Chappie, WiUie Coates, Bob DeGraff, Mush Domin, John Gragg, Fog Hayes, Frank Johnson, John Kinert, Rowland McKnight, Roy Newton, Dick Nixon, Ed Price, BUI Sanders, and John Seargeant.

Guests were George Ashford and Arturo Molina. Fred included an interesting item about a visit by Chick Lawyer, Chick's son Phil, and his grandson PJ. GoUy how the time passes! Following excerpts from letters received from Phil and " P J " should be of interest to all. From Phil—"1 picture PJ sitting with us, and I know each time he enters the messhall of Bancroft Hall he wUI be reminded of the tme feUowship represented in the renewal of bonds at each meeting of the Class of '30. I tmly beheve he found out why it is such an honor and responsibility to be a midshipman. What a proud tradition he and his fellow midshipmen have the opportunity to uphold."

And from "PJ"—"You don't know how proud you made my grandfather feel by making such a big deal of all the Law vers in attendance.

But he wasn't the only one who was 'busting his buttons.' I was also very proud to be there with my grandfather and his Classmates. The comaraderie and the loyalty that is present in your Class made me realize a very important aspect of the Academy. I hope the Class of '84 can be as successful as the Class of '30."

Fred's group had a co-ed get-together on 8 May. Reports on Ed Brumby are very favorable foUowing his surgery in mid-March. The Wagners, Eddie and Anne expect to be visiting in the East soon, but will be returning to Rancho Bemardo thereafter.

Here, from way out West, are a few welcome words from Marv Gluntz: The following is a brief note on some of the doings of '30 in Sun City over the past 6 months or so. We have had several luncheon gatherings of Classmates and wives. In addition, we attend the monthly meetings of what, for want of a better name, might be called the Sun City Naval Academy Club, a group of over 20 from various Classes from the Academy. Incidentally, '30 has the larest representation of any of the Classes. Looking ahead to the hot summer months, we understand that as of now the Gibsons are planning to stay in Maui and Molly and Mac WiUiams are looking forward to attending their granddaughter's (Wendy Lawrence) graduation from the Naval Academy. Wendy has made an outstanding record in her four years at Annapolis, one that should pop the buttons on any grandparents' clothes. I am assuming the Williamses will be visiting some of dieir favorite East Coast spots while they are East, but have no info on that possibility.

And to wind things up, a bit of inside info from the PAO at USNA. Katherine Olivia Fugleman "81 will be graduated from the Naval Academy just 51 years after her father. Christian L. Engleman, Class of 1930. She is engaged to Ens. Dan Frawley USN '80, and both famUies were arranging a grand reunion for Commissioning Week.

Since I haven't received too much flack about the photo album pictures and cartoons the following are further presented hopefully for your amusement: Shipmate, July-August 1981

Had to be men to man this monster Which of these jokers is D. M. Coffee? He'd remember Dr. Bacchus

Not sure who this is, but he got a treatment

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Sfll Just wanted to be sure this baby had a bottom

A brief note to M Carmickâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;by the time you have received this copy of Shipmate you will understand how I have been trying to utilize the pictures from your album that you so graciously loaned. The album is being carefully preserved and wiU be retumed in due course. Unfortunately, somehow the first pictures used were mislocated in the column in that the "Administrative" cartoon and Chick Hayward's picture should have been the first picture as indicated in the column. Somehow it tumed up as the third picture, which might have been confusing to some.

"Sparky" Woodruff has settled (November to May) in S. Fl. at The Moorings, 1865 Bay Road, Apt. 110, Vero Beach FL 32960. Seems it's less crowded and there are fine accomodations for his 42' Grand Banks craiser. All the more power to you. Sparky!

A short note from Anne Mathews that the "Welcome Mat" is out to Classmates' families, at Pleasure HUl, Ingram TX 78025.

Shipmate, July-August 1981

Next, holystone that sidewalk Good word about the walking woundedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Ed Brumby and Bobbie Trower progress, but word comes through that Herb Andrews has had more problems.

Regretfully BUI Stewart's letter of 4 March got misplaced but now it has surfaced. The NorCal USNA Class of 1930 had a very fine branch at the " O " Club on Mare Island, VaUejo, California, on 22 Febraary. Attending: Wilma and Joe Whitaker, Madeline and Bowen McLeod, Victoria and E. J. MacGregor, Eleanor Winant, Gertrade and Doc Strohbehn, Genevieve HUles, Marge and Harry Stevenson, Hannah and Ed Carmick, Alice and Bill Stewart, Sam RandaU, Margery HanUn, and Dee and Abe Lincoln.

They celebrated George Washington's birthday on his regular date, decorating with cherry blossoms and a small profile of George. Bill advises of the following changes in address: Mrs. David

D. Hawkins, 120-128th WA 98005; Mrs. F. V. Drive, Sunnyvale CA MacKay, 341 Wyngate 95825.

Ave. N.E., BeUevue H. HUles, 1121 Lime 94087; Capt. H. T. Rd., Sacramento CA

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At the Bay Ridge Inn The Washington Area Group of the Class of '30 had a delightful branch at the Bay Ridge Inn on 17 May 1981 and was lucky enough to have 29 in attendance: St. Clair and Bob Craighill, Barbara and MuUie Foster, Cici and Jim Howard, Bertha and Andy Jackson, Bernadette and George Kosco and George's sister, Carlisle and PhU MothersiU, Dot and Bob Moore, Madeleine and Art Owen, Mary and Rich Richardson, Pattie and Bill Snead, Vera and Glen Williams, Peg AUes, Martha Beans, Jane Colestock, Joe Hindman, Herb Marable, Evelyn Stevens. Examine the picture closely and you will see Gabriel (PhU) blowing his trampet (bugle), just like old times, somewhere. There will be more pictures in the next issue; those that 1 took cannot be processed in time to meet the script deadline.

We wish to congratulate Wendy Lawrence, granddaughter of Molly and Mack Williams, for her successful graduation frorri USNA, Class of '81. She stood 12th in her Class, first among the women graduates, and pulled the bow oar in the women's crew. We think this is a very fine performance.

Congratulations also to Katherine Olivia Engleman, daughter of Chris L. Engleman, another successful graduate.

31 Sec'y, RAdm. John Crumpacker, USN (Ret.) 1101 S. Ariington Ridge Rd., #402 Ariington VA 22202 West Coast Cort., RAdm. Andrew J. HiU USN (Ret.) 1295 Bangor Street, San Diego CA 92106 Percent Members: 88 Mothers-In-Deed, the surrogate-mother providing organization founded by Alice Uehling, has gone national in scope. Alice has branch managers, and her lady in the Virginia area is Bonnie Guillespie. The organization is a great tribute to Alice's determination to be busy and useful after her children left home and when she was left alone after Gordon's death. The East Coast branch under Mrs. Guillespie has ten to fifteen "mothers" out on assignments at any one time. These ladies usually work in single parent situations, but have also been very successful in troubled households too.

An example of this fabulous work was recently reported by Deborah Churchman in the Washington Post. This home had been run by one housekeeper after another until in desperation, the father appealed to Mothers-In-Deed.

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do much for themselves such as sort their clothing. At first the mother was indifferent, the father was sad and the children resented the surrogate-mother. But, dotsg everything a grandmother would do, the Mother-In-Deed got the place cleaned up and in order, began driving the children to school and giri scout meetings, and soon had them proud of their home. After ten months the alcoholic mother began to take hold and today this family is intact.

Alice's files contain many reports of similar successes. I'm sure you all join me in congratulating her on this wonderful, human work that she is doing.

Are hands in the pockets a Class A? Here you see Art Flaherty, Dan Stuart, Eddie O'NeiU, Jim Meola (seated), Pete Fiala and Al Butterfield posing in front of one of the vinecovered learning halls during our second class year.

Vera and 1 have moved to Florida. We have been working on this for at least six years and finaUy, we found a house in Palm Beach Gardens that we like very much. We are in it now.

When we put our condominium up for sale in February we were advised not to get excited about moving, but what else could we do when we got an offer the next day, yes, the next day, that met our terms. Our new address is 54 Balrour Rd. E., Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410.

We are in the new, PGA National development, located on one of the fairways.

Of course, in accordance with the class constitution, it was necessary for me to resign as class secretary, which 1 did at the April class luncheon in Washington, to take effect at the business meeting at the conclusion of the 50th Reunion. Ed Day was elected secretary and has agreed to serve. My last literary effort will appear in the September issue of Shipmate when I will report on the reunion.

BiU Leverton had an aneurysm repaired early in April and while this was going on his surgeons looked at a tumor and have started him on some chemotherapy. This makes his ulcer act up.

Nevertheless, as 1 write this on 15 May BiU expects to be at the reunion.

Carol Moore has returned from Europe after spending the last seven years there with her daughter and family. She will live in Colorado, where she was raised and where she "loves those Mountains." Her new address will be pubUshed in this column next month.

Congratulations are beginning to come in from Classmates on the Fifty Year Book Carl Lucas and BiU King have written. Bill also told me he suffered a burglary at his home in Santa Monica and among other things, his class ring was stolen. A replacement from Tiffany was quoted to him at $1,670! Hang onto those rings, guys and giris, the miniatures are equally expensive to replace. Marie Peckham's was stolen last year and you can ask her about the bad news.

Bill also reported on a trip he made with his two sisters to Spain and Portugal. Some jumble about the airplane trips from their different homes to the starting point Lisbon caused them to miss their hotel accommodations, and for a while they couldn't find each other. Bill and the younger sister, having connected up after a while, located the older gal in the hospital with a broken wrist. Then the good luck began. On the tour with them was someone fluent in Portuguese, which worked better than Bill's 2.5 Spanish, the hospital accepted Master Charge and they made it out of town with the rest of the party.

Fran and Don Wither celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a suitable bash which Vera and 1 would have made the trip up from Palm Beach to attend, almost.

Ed Day and 1 have been hunting down members of the Class who didn't stay with us in the Navy, poor fellows, and among them was John Craven. He says he hasn't been lost at all and I must agree he has had a most interesting career to the extent that it is possible if you are not in the Navy! Here is his letter. " . . . 1 served in the Massachusetts legislature from 1932 to 1940.

The last two years Tip O'Neill, now Speaker of the House of Representatives, was there too.

Then I was also a self-employed accountant and considered myself well-qualified, having served with Joe Kennedy during the peak days of his theatrical career.

"Next 1 became a bank examiner and then an internal revenue agent. 1 served a term as executive assistant to a member of the Boston City Council and then went back to accounting.

"Now for my family: Maureen, Pauline and Susan are registered nurses and now are all happily married. My oldest girl, Patricia, is the editor of the Boston City Record. John Jr., a graduate of Harvard, is a member of the bar and is now dark of the Boston Municipal Court.

Sheila, a graduate of Simmons College, was for seven years an assistant to a local doctor and is now married too. Kathleen, although married with four children, is an assistant clerk of the West Roxbury District Court. Brendan is a detective in the special unit of the Boston Police Department. Barbara is the paymaster for the Metropolitan Transit Authority and Francis is an independent contractor. Timothy is a graduate of King's Point and is the administrative assistant to Sen. Bill Owens in the Massachusetts Senate."

John says, "If 1 have been too verbose cut some of it out," but I didn't because 1 know you all enjoyed his account of a most remarkable career. In the picture John and Katherine pose with their eleven children. Front row, Barbara and Francis on either side of John and Kathleen on her mother's left. Standing are Shipmate, July-August 1981

John J. Craven and family SheUa, John Jr., Susan, Maureen, Brendan, Patricia, Timothy and Pauline.

By the time everybody reads this we will have had our wonderful 50th Reunion. Tribute wiU have been paid to Johnny Webster for once again chairing this remarkable series of events. Here and now, however, I put it in print, "Johnny you did another terrific job for all your friends.''

32 Sec'y Capt. TerreU A. Nisewaner USN (Ret.) 7121 Hehnsdale Rd., Bethesda MD 20034 Percent Members: 85 "Here and There With '32" Like an absent minded professor, this is one Secretary who is always losing or misplacing letters . . . and pencils and pens and checkbooks . . . but back to the letters. Amid the usual pUe of debris on the desk a great letter was uncovered from Priscilla and Dick Lambert.

Dick, with many years of academic life under his belt, finally called halt to a twenty-year career in engineering and metallurgy at Carnegie Mellon University and now finds that they have a greatly increased freedom for vacations.

They estabhshed a great Lambert custom a few years ago of leaving cold Pittsburgh in December and traveling to their favorite swimming hole, which happens to be the Makaha Valley Towers in Waianae, Hawaii, untU early April.

Thus, the wintry winds can blow all they want back in Pittsburgh but they can't quite reach PriscUla and Dick in Waianae. Your scribe and Eddie had a chance to visit the Lambert hideaway in January and found it to be a delightful place to relax and swim.

Priscilla and Dick also whisk around the country a bit. Last Summer they spent 10 days driving around parts of New England, visiting relatives and friends before starting an ambitious West Coast trip in August. That trip took them through Jamestown and Minot, North Dakota; and thence on to Moosejaw, Saskatchewan.

Next it was generally westward via Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, the Frazier River Canyon and on to Victoria, British Columbia, where they visited friends from Waianae. (Small worid department.)

Next came the sojoum down the West Coast via Bellingham and Ashland, Oregon, the Shakespearean Festival Town, for a visit with daughter Barbara; on to San Jose for a short stopover Shipmate, July-August 1981

with an Air Force nephew, to Los Gatos to see Ellie and Dixie FarreU ('35) and thence on to San Diego for a USS PHELPS (DD-360) reunion.

While there they got to visit brother Dave ('33) and see Esther and Al Cope, Ronnie and Bob Porter, Ellie and Roy Newton ('30) and Theresa and Zondo Zondorak ('27).

Eastbound they had a nice visit with old Pittsburgh friends now hving in Sun City West, Arizona, and thence on to Houston for a visit with brother Coriiss (USCGA '37) and his wife Betty before finally returning home.

Being now fully in the travel mood they drove South to Durham in early December, left their car and dogs with daughter Lynn, and flew to Phoenix for the first national reunion of USS ST. LOUIS (CL-49), the "Lucky Lou." The campaign of the ST. LOUIS Association to get the ship returned from Brazil and established as a memorial museum in the United States similar to NORTH CAROLINA or ALABAMA

had culminated 24 August 1980 when the ship, under tow from Rio to the Orient for scrapping, foundered and sank in heavy seas off the coast of Africa.

The ST. LOUIS was the largest ship to successfully exit Pearl Harbor during the Japanese attack on 7 December, 1941. The PHOENIX which got underway after the attack joined the offshore task group of light craisers and destroyers and is, insofar as is known, the only ship which was in Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7th still afloat . . . although in the Argentine Navy since 1951. That was part of the reason for having the "Lucky Lou" reunion in Phoenix.

Southem California's loss is Florida's gain as another good man has left the confines of the greater San Diego area to move clear across continent. Ronnie and Bob Porter, after checking out the possibihties of the Annapolis area, and probably being overwhelmed by the rising real-estate prices, opted to move to Florida.

Their new address is: Col. R. R. Porter, USMCR (Ret.), 3714 Glen Oaks Manor Drive, Apt. 57, Sarasota FL 33582.

Jerry Miller, just before taking off with Ruby for a five island tour of Hawaii, sent in a bit of data on the Memphis contingent. He was pleased that the Fultons, the Griders and Virginia Moore do at least occasionally get together inasmuch as the 1932 input into the USNA Alumni affairs is almost nil in the Tidewater area.

He was also delighted with Bobby Fulton's phrasing that he was accommodating to living

Chuck Gold, Harvey Head, Mike O'Connor, Red Scoles . . . Norfolk 1934 "with one less eye." Somehow that phrasing seems much more macho and more appealing than "living with only one eye."

The bad news from Memphis was that a serious accident in El Paso left Charlotte Grider's two young grandsons suffering from serious bums. The two grandsons, just five and seven years old, were transferted to the Houston bum center and we can only wish them the best of luck on their recovery.

Rex Little writes in to inform us that he and Sylvia coasted out the Winter in the balmy (?) region of the Northeast U.S.A. . . .Connecticut to be specific . . . with no apparent ill effects.

Now that Spring was here he was inquiring about the date for the big co-ed Spring luncheon in Annapolis and the time of the starting gun to make reservations for the 50th Reunion. By the time this hits the press, our chief honcho, Howard Prince, should have the first letter conceming all details for the Reunion in your hands.

Rex also made a delayed report on the annual gathering of the Connecticut Classmates. This year the rally and annual great get-together, held at the home of Dorothy and Country Quarles in West Hartford, was attended by Sylvia and Rex Little, Betty and Bill Outerson, Janet and BiU Kenna, and Chevy Chase. No details were submitted on the staidness or sobriety of the occasion.

A great letter from Moe Archer enclosing a nice check for the "32 Scholarship Fund'' stated that PD Quirk had finished a stint at the Veteran's Hospital in Tampa and, sUmmer than usual, was back ushering in his regular duty at the 8 o'clock Sunday service.

On one of Moe's visit to Tampa he saw Whitey Moore and indicated that both Whitey and Baxter Billingsley are in fine shape. Baxter is still teaching, although on a reduced scale, at the University of South Florida. He added that last November at the Tampa Bay-Pittsburgh pro football game, veterans of the four services were honored. Representing the Navy on the field at the pre-game ceremonies was Whitey Moore.

Moe was planning on visiting his daughter, Mrs. Cyntha J. Poage, who fives in Reston, Virginia, from June 3rd to the 14th for a bit of business and a bit of pleasure. Cyntha's oldest son graduates from Fork Union on June 6th and one proud grandfather will be in attendance.

The Southeast Zone Junior Olympic Wrestling toumament will be held at Fairfax, Virginia, 63

high school yearbooks and other class reunion books with an unlimited restriction on pictures.

The whole exercise will be first class or not at all. Start digging for pictures, pictures, pictures, biographical information, personal anecdotes, and history of the Class. from June 12th through the 14th and Moe, still active in Florida AAU, wiU stay and help with the toumament.

One of the super co-chairman of the Alumni Fund drive this year. Brooks Harral, reported in that he had a fantastic group of agents working for him and that they were covering the waterfront in great fashion. This great group of operators were: Si Perkins who reports out of Carlisle that they are now the proud grandparents of their tenth grandchild, a girl, bom to their daughter Louise; Dick Lambert who did his work from his vacation base in Hawaii: Ted White who was off and running in Florida: George Pierce holding down the fort in Bethesda; Emerson Fawkes who despite his current back problems is a dynamo in contacting people; Whitey Toft in Seaside Pines, New Jersey, who allowed he could help "one more time"; Ralph Johnson from the Annapolis contingent; and the always cooperative Rex Little handling the New England contingent. There are always a few disappointments in the annual fund drive, but it serves a good cause.

A nice little note from Nellie and Bill Zink down Clemson way. They are both fine and enjoying the quiet life and simple routine of Southem living since Bill retired from teaching at Clemson University. They both find it good to be able to come and go without being tied to a work schedule.

One needs regular correspondents for a Job like Class Secretary and Don Thomas out San Diego way is to be congratulated again. He covers the waterfront for that area, but I'm not adverse to news from anyone else. Two recent visitors to the area were Jean and Horace Rounds for a bit of conventioneering at the Hotel Del Coronado, and Dorothy and Barry Atkins to house sit for his cousin, Brooke Atkins ("35), while the Thomases and Atkins took a ten-day jaunt to Hawaii which included a 7-day inter-

Atlantic storm . . . Midn Cruise . . . ARKANSAS . . .

1931 From Vic McCrea comes a little note (second hand) that they have moved again, to be exact last Fall on the 4th of November. His new address is: Drinkwater Road. Hampton Falls NH 03844. Vic states that they moved up there to be near their doctor in Boston and they settled in New Hampshire to avoid the high taxes in Massachusetts. As it is they are only 50 minutes from their doctor's office in downtown Boston.

He added . . . "This. I'm certain, is our last move.""

A real shocker came out of Pasadena on 12 April when word was received that our aggressive and wonderful Classmate, Bob Kerr, died of a heart attack while observing a day at the beach. Bob resigned his commission in 1946 as a commander but continued in the naval reserve and was subsequently promoted to captain. He served with distinction as an engineer with the Southem California Gas Company until his retirement in 1970.

Bob was an avid tennis buff, as anyone at the 45th Reunion should recall, and was a devoted family man with five surviving children left to carry on his wit and good-natured charm. He had lived off the beaten path from most of us these past two decades, but he was always an ardent supporter of the Class and the Naval Academy. The condolences of the entire Class go out to his widow Ruby on this sad occasion.

With deep regret we report the loss of another Classmate, the irrepresible Louis W. "Loki" Mang on 7 April in Pensacola, Florida. When we entered the Academy in "28 his father was the senior instructor in the Department of Phys Ed and one of the leading gymnastic coaches island cruise on the SS OCEANIC INDEPENDENCE. in the United States. The name "Mang" was Don got to play rounds of golf on Oahu, Maui almost synonymous with the Naval Academy. and Kauai. Unfortunately the trip forced them Loki didn't follow in his father's footsteps but to miss a luncheon date with Jean and Horace blazed a path all his own. Flight training led him in what was reported to be a great party. to Pensacola and when he finally tumed in his The bi-monthly Class luncheon on 14 April suit it was to fully enjoy the swimming, fishing, was attended by Jack Andrew, Dick Blair. Burl and cruising offered by the Pensacola-Mobile Bailey. Dan Carroll, Jim Clement. Jim Craig. area. He always maintained his interest in the Tom Chambers, Tim Fleck, George Hughes, Naval Academy and his Classmates, and his J. A. Thomas, Bud WiUard and. of course. Don cheery presence will be greatly missed.

Thomas. J. A. drove down from his Los AlamFinal services for Loki were held at the Baritos for the affair, picking up Jim Craig in Hun- ancas National Cemetery with six Classmates, tington Beach enroute. Quite a tumout for the Tun Tuttle. Hap Asman. Dutch Close. Henry Southem California gang. The space shuttle Delong. Bill Kelly and Wu Fang, among the landing was, of course, the main topic of con- active pallbearers. versation.

Following in the tradition of many previous Al Cope hosted a farewell party for the Porters classes and the often-heard comment from the at his Rancho Santa Fe home on March 22nd field of, "Is the Washington contingent going a week or so before Ronnie and Bob pulled up to do anything about a 'Fifty-Year Reunion stakes to retum to their old stamping ground of Book?" the Washington-Annapolis Chapter deSarasota, Florida. Many of the Class were pres- cided at the April luncheon, with 18 of the usual ent to say, "Hail and farewell!"" and everyone sturdy souls present, to get going on the book. wished them luck in their new Florida campsite. Andy Nisewaner will be the editor and a staff ' For those of you who haven't noticed, our will be assembled, but a lot of help will be reClassmate BUI Outerson is becoming quite an quired from everyone. A letter will go out soon author. He has an article in the April issue of asking for biographical data concentrating on the Naval Institute Proceedings which is his data since our And a Quarter Thirty-Two hit the second article in about a year's time. Congrat- press. There will be a sense of urgency, but we ulations. have contacts with an organization handling 64

Henry receiving his "Sportsman of the Year" award Among the truly active Classmates is Henry DeLong who recently received the Pensacola Sports Association top award. Sportsman of the Year. He received the award for services as a past director and president of the Pensacola Sports Association (replaced Porter Bedell "33) and twice general chairman of the Pensacola Open, formerly the Montsanto Open, sponsored by the Association, and currently a committee chairman of the American Amateur Classic.

Henry was caught by surprise by the award. At the presentation he commented. "1 was really just astounded that 1 was selected. But I'm very proud and most appreciative."

33 Sec'y-Treas.. Capt. Archie T. Wright, Jr. USN (Ret.) 4829 Ft. Sumner Dr. Washington. DC 20016 301/229-1963 Percent Members: 84 NOW HEAR THIS: The date for our 50th Reunion has been set for Friday and Saturday, 13/ 14 May 1983, with headquarters at the Hilton Hotel in Annapolis. Mark your calendar!

The W/A Joint Co-Ed luncheon with the USMA held at the Annapolis Yacht Club on Saturday. 11 April 1981, was a pleasant affair despite the threating skies and spring showers, and the attendees who made it with their wives and guests totaled 36 for the Navy and 18 for our Army compatriots. At the head table were Generals Johnson and Sparrow with their wives Dorothy and June, with Smoke and Janet Strean acting as hosts and your C/S and Adelle balancing the seating arrangements. After a delicious seafood luncheon. Smoke and Bert Sparrow made us laugh with reminders of "characters" we have known in our service careers, especially those in the Class of "33 from the Service Academies. Members of the USMA present included: Johnson, Sparrow. Downing, Gee, Hulbert, Otto, and Watters, while the USNA was represented by the wives and guests of the following CMs: Blick, Blouin, Caldwell, Chase. Cobb, Curtis, Dawson, Tumer Duncan, Erck, King, Loughlin. George MUler, Ogden. Oren, Slayton, Strean. Travis, and Wright. Our thanks to Morgan Slayton who made the arrangements with the Club for the party.

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A note from CM E. J. (Harry) Harris. San Mateo. Califomia. reminded us that he was getting his bio and pics in for the 50 Year Book forthwith (he'd long since mailed in his checkl) and told us a little about grandson Scot Harris.

USN.A '82. i.e.: "Scot is doing very well at the Academy. He is #1 in his Class in his company and made the exchange cmise program. He w ill make his summer cmise with the Spanish Navy." For C Ms who would like to see what a future midshipman looks like, check out page 83 of ouriO Year Book for Scot Michael smiling in the arms of grandfather Harry.

Along with his check for the 50 Year Book.

Jimmy Dietz's note of their activities mentioned a South Seas trip they have just completed and some necessary catching-up of some loose ends around their home in Leesburg. \ irginia. that always follows such tra%els.

Thanks to Lib CampbeU. we have an up-date on the Clan Campbell activities of the past few months and it would seem the\ must have 48 hours in each day to maintain such schedules.

In addition to Jim's professional activities as tax consultant, he still ser\es as president of the Clan CampbeU Society. L'S.A. and was recently elevated to the rank of knighthood in the Order of St. Lazarus of Jerasalem and they were to attend an international gathering of that Militar> and Hospitaller Order in Quebec in May. Jim and Lib attended the Virginia State Republican convention and went on as delegate and alternate to the national convention in Detroit in JuK and then w ere present at the festivities of President Reagan's inauguration, attending the ball at the .\ir and Space Museum which Lib described as a CindereUa Ball without the Pumpkin let-down. Now comes the Virginia State convention in June in which Jim is a campaign co-ordinator for one of the candidates in the governor's race—Lib doing most of the work of lining up the delegates! But Libby promised to get the bio for the 50 Year Book in the maU to " O B " .AS.AP. On 26 .\pril we had a telecon from L. F. (Ox) HeUeman. Middlebury. Connecticut, reporting that he's working on his bio and wondering if

it's too late—we hastened to reassure him that it wasn't. It seems that the Heilemans have been doing some traveling along w ith too much "busy work" and Ox promised that he'd get right to it. .Along w ith his check for a copy of the year book. CM Francis Dolan. Long Beach. Califomia. sends in this advice: "Keep your left up!" and we'll always remember he had a good one!

With sadness the following is quoted from a note received from CM Lem Stevens: "April 30, 1981—It is with deep sorrow that I report the sudden death of my wife of almost 46 years.

Margaret Porter Stevens, on .April 28. As most of the Class know s. Peggy was the sister of my four year roommate. BiU Porter. I will complete the move to our planned new home in Vero Beach as she wished. The address will be 2525 Fairway Drive. Vero Beach FL 32960. effective May 21."" The Class expresses deepest sympathy to Lem and Bill in their sorrow.

The San Diego Group had 13 C/Ms at their .April luncheon at the .^dm. Kidd OClub. i.e.: Rumble. Bird. Gamon. Ryan. Gibbons. Wagstaff. PeUing. Stuart. Braning. Russell. Monroe.

Heinz, and visitor Amie Schade from Florida, and the wives had 14 at their concurrent event: Dee Heinz. Maggie PeUing. Lee Riddell. Dorothy KimbaU. Dottie Norris. Ruth Jordan. Helen Gamon. Nita Gibbons. Jean Hampton. Marion Ryan. Karin Monroe. Elsa Bird. Ruth Beyer Podlewski. and Becky Schade. Some news from the meetings: (11 Amie Schade claims to be the first Great-Grandfather of the Class (no?). (2) Dottie and Ed Norris represented the Class at the landing of the Space Shuttle at Edwards .A.F. Base. (3) Jean-Anne and Ed Lee enjoyed dinner and bridge with Bett\ and Bal Cheatham and are looking forward to a 15-day trip to Mexico to visit the Mayan ruins and spend some time at Cozumel. (4) The annual "33 Beach Party is scheduled for 15 .\ugust at 1630 at the North Island Beach OClub; out-of-towners are welcome.

The mid-reunion with the Florida Coimection got off to a flying start on Thursday, 30 April,

under sunny skies with 16 competitors playing the championship course at the Bay Hill Country Club under artangements made by Jim Reedy. The players included Champ Blouin with guest. Jay Chase. Bill Dawson. Pete Galantin, Pickles Heinz. Cari Jones with guest. Howie Kuehl. Jim Ogden. Jim Reedy. Chariie Robbins, Ruth and Jack Stewart. Smoke Strean. and Jim Tucker. The winners: Ruth Stewart and Pete Galantin! They were awarded their winning prizes at the Saturday evening banquet. (It was rumored that Ruth beat them all!)

The non-golfers spent the afternoon in the "hospitality room"" under the tutelage of the Hardworking Indians, checking in. unpacking, and getting in voice for the cocktail buffet at 1800 that evening at the hotel, which event afforded a pleasant setting for renewal of friendships and was concluded at a reasonable hour with Jack Stephens (husband of Betty Thomas, widow of C/M M. W. Thomas) at the piano and Jim Tucker leading the circle of Sea Chanters in songs of long ago!

Everyone was up bright and early on Friday, 1 May, for the 20-minute bus ride to NTC to witness the recrait graduation exercises consisting of performance by outstanding drill teams, the Recrait Bluejacket Choras. an address by the reviewing officer. C/M Adm. I. J. Galantin USN (Ret.), the presentation of awards, and the training group "Pass in Review." As we listened to Pete's weU chosen words of encouragement, advice, and prophecy to the audience of newly graduated recraits about to start on active duty with our Navy, our hearts filled with pride as we recalled the distinguished careers of the many members of '33 who were "there"" in the time of our Nation"s need. If the 17-year olds were as inspired by the exercises as were the 70-year olds, it was a moming well spent.

After the Review we gathered at the O'Club for luncheon and a memorial tribute to the now 191 Classmates who have left us since we began our naval careers in 1929. The memorial was conducted by C/'M Ralph Styles and culminated, after a moment of silence, by these words:

Down Florida Wav

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Well done, good and faithful ones With rich deeds wiping out all flaws; So will you feel the breath of God As you rest upon your oars.

Murray Hanson had arranged for a VIP guided tour of the Kennedy Space Center for those who were interested, and it developed that approximately 50 of the group enjoyed a 5-hour tour of the 140,000 acres of the Center's facilities, museums, and wild-life refuge, while the remainder elected to visit the gardens and tourist attractions that abound in Orlando.

Most of us were able to make it to the Class meeting on Saturday at 1000 to hear President Smoke Strean's welcome address, a report by the class treasurer, the reports by our East and West Coast V.P.s, Turner Duncan and Eddie Fredericks, and Howie Keuhl's report on the Class History for the 50 Year Book. Then came Gerry O'Brien's exhaustive and humorous report on the problems of the 50 Year Book Committee that left us breathless and wondering how we'd ever get a book published—but the prevailing concern is "communication." We need your bios and pics along with your orders for the numbers of copies you want. The questions of "deadlines" and "cut-offs" and "price increases" were discussed, but the consensus was that if we said 1 December 1981 was the final acceptable date, that would be the date we'd get them all—which then makes it unacceptable! In short, get your bios, pics, and checks for aU the copies you want for your great-grandchildren in NOW so we'll know where we stand and can get on with the task of typing, layout, proofs, editing, printing, and mailout in time for your thorough review before you attend the 50th Reunion in Annapolis 13-14 May 1983.

The Saturday night banquet was attended by 110 according to unofficial count, the music was hot, the wine was cold, and all of the latent talents of the Class surfaced during the periods of intermission when the mikes were left unguarded on the bandstand. There was a large demand for coffee and hot milk for Sunday breakfast, but by Despedida time things were looking better, and for those who could tarry there were warm goodbyes with promises to keep in touch in the years ahead.

For the record, the foUowing were in attendance at one or more of the affairs: Andrews, Haven and Ginney; Bethea, Jim and Harriett; Bierer, Pat and Lib; Blouin, Champ; Bowen, Hal and Connie; Brittan, Ted and Carroll; Brown, Burt and Edna; CampbeU, CHff and Effie; Chase, Jay V.; Coleman, Gary and Berniece; Davis, Bill and Mary-Alice; Dawson, BiU; Duncan, Tumer and Charlotte; Ellis, PeeDee and Miriam; Foster, Eagle and Bobbie; Fredericks, Eddie and Maudie; Galantin, Pete and Ginny; Gambling, Laurette; Gibbons, Marty and Nita; GUI, Frank and Betty; Hanson, Murtay and Margot; Heinz, Pickles; Hudson, Keith and Marion; Jones, Carl; Kauffman, Peggy; Kiergan, Gus and Jeanie; Kefauver, Barbara; Kuehl, Howie and Jean; Kuhn, Larry and Fran; Ligon, Daisy Christie; Macintosh, Betty; Madden, Memsie; Martineau, Dave and Jean; Meyer, Barney and Mary; Miller, Clayton; Mott, Bill and Edy; O'Brien, Gerry and Mike; Ogden, Jim and Betty; Poor, Dick; Reedy, Jim and Jean; Robbins, Chariie and Evelyn; Ruble, Chub and Virginia; Rumble, Henry; Schade, Arnie and Becky; Selby, Gordon and Harriet Ridgeway; Shuffle, Ed and Jan; Smith,, Gussie Mae (Ms Kerfoot B.); Stephens, Jack and Betty (Thomas); Stewart, Jack and Ruth; Strean, 66

Smoke and Janet; Strozier, Henry and Evelyn; Sturt, Hank and Millie; Styles, Ralph and Elizabeth; Sublette, BUI; Taylor, Karin (Ms Rufus); Thompson, Ray and Sidney; Tucker, Jim and Catherine; Tyree, John and Nora; Vaughan, Alice with her daughter Carolyn and husband Dr. Thomas Geary and her son James, jr. and wife Carolyn; Wiggin, Bruce and Cally; WiU, Elizabeth (Ms Robert); Winston, Phil and Mary; Wright, Archie and Adelle.

On behalf of the Class, our thanks are proffered to the Committee of Hard Working Indians of the Florida Connection for their thoughtfulness, kindness, and hospitality in hosting the reunion—not an easy task; the Committee: Becky and Arnie Schade and Mary-Alice and Bill Davis, organizers, bookkeepers, and hospitality room managers; Elizabeth and Ralph Styles, memorial services; Jean and Jim Reedy, golf; Gordon Selby and guest Harriet Ridgeway, sea-shell name plates and souvenirs; Catherine and Jim Tucker, songs; Margot and Murray Hanson, tour; Helen and Frank GUI, Evelyn and Henry Strozier, organizers and hospitality.

And here's the way everyone viewed the world on 1 May 1981 in the Land of Sunshine.

See if you can match the faces with the attendees listed above!

And now it's On to The 50th in Annapolis in May 1983!! See you there!!

34 Sec'y, Cdr. Robert P. Harbold, Jr., USNR (Ret.), 129 Spa View Ave., Annapohs MD 21401 Percent Members: 89 BUI Brockett reports that he and Bunky Ireland have been working together on the Annual Fund exercise and exchanging correspondence incident thereto. A recent note from Bunky contained the following bad news: "You have probably heard by now that Jack Parker died April 10th. He had been in and out of the hospital in Mountain View near here some 43 times in the last three years. We went to a memorial gettogether at Susie Parker Wilcox's in Los Altos.

All five Parker kids were there. Other Classmates and wives attending were Rule and Russ Maynard, Sonya and Hap Deakin, Marion Paton (Bob's widow) and Earl Logsdon." Obit in "Last CaU." The mystery photo that first appeared in '32 class news last December and again in '34 class news in April with identifications provided by Bill McCormick gets further comments by Sallie Knert, identifying Hugh Knerr as fourth from left and confirming BiU Keller as fifth.

A regular report from Jack Weber: "Both Theresa and I are enjoying good health up here in the Bremerton area of the Northwest. We do manage to travel frequently, especially during the cooler and more humid months. We had a

At the Galleon

travel trailer up until a year or so ago, and usually spent our time in Arizona or So. Cal. Made an extended tour of Mexico, and had no problems with bandidos nor Monty's Revenge. Then in 1978 we went to Italy where my son-in-law, an Army doctor, was stationed. They are now on duty at Fitzsimmons Army Med. Center in Denver. We enjoyed the trip as we had the chance to visit Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and I might add that we stayed in Army Rec. Hotels most of the time and they were excellent. However, in order to have this privilege, one must be sponsored by an active duty member. Retirees are out, under NATO rales.

Just returned from three weeks in the Hawaiian Islands. We tried (and succeeded) in availing ourselves of all the military Rec. Centers and they were great. The Hale Koa Hotel is posh, but inexpensive. Downtown Honolulu is not what it was in the good old days. Bellows Air Force Rec. Center has great facilities and the cottages are right on the beach. The Marine Corps Air Station at Kaneohe has a new beach cottage set-up, and the Kilauea Military Camp on the Big Island is a lovely place and usually has plenty of vacancies. While at KMC I talked with George Clifford by phone after I found out he and his wife lived near Kona. Also had Soupy CampbeU ('35) and Jack Lawrence ('31) on board to exchange a few sea stories. As of yesterday (5/7/81), Theresa and I are now Greatgrandparents. A baby girl, daughter of my grandson, John and his wife. Maybe I am not the first in '34, but perhaps in the top ten."

On Thursday, 23 April, 21 of '34's Washington area Classmates got together for their annual luncheon and golf-outing (two foursomes) at the BeU Haven Country Club in Alexandria under the auspices of Fid Murray.

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Among those present On Wednesday 13 May, as reported in the May issue of Shipmate, a commemorative coed luncheon ON BOARD THE GALLEON brought forth 49 Classmates and wives (sorry about the many last minute cancellations): Eleanor and Wendell Bailey, Anne and Ed Batcheller (his photos), Terry and Mariner Bertholf, Florence and Francis Bradley, Lenore and Red Brachez, Dorothy and Irv Bunevich, Marj and Emie Christensen, Ernie Cooper, Jean and Chick Clarey (a last-minute addition from Hawaii), Theresa Newman and Eel Dutton, Jessie and Bob Fairweather, Chuck Farwell, Isabelle and Eddie Fleck, Doug Fuller, Milli and Art Gralla, John Green, Cecelia and Butch Harbold, Lois and George Hoffman, Rita and Jim Johnson, Peggy and Dick Klunk, Janet and Racehorse Macleod, Bill Martin, Hank Miller, Lady and Ray Ours, Helen and Paul Savidge, Bob Townsend and RoUin Westholm.

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Shipmate, July-August 1981

Isabelle Bullen died suddenly in McLean, Virginia on 19 May. The Class sent flowers which were ordered by Doug Fuller. Our sympathy goes out to George, who is hospitalized, and their children.

"B. J . " Semmes got this photo from BiU McCormick some years ago (1965). It was taken in 1936 of Commander Battle Force, U.S. Fleet, Admiral Claude Block commanding and staff (Capt. H. F. Leary C.O.S., Alan Kirk, the N3, KeUer Rockey the Marine). In the center of the back row are five ensigns; if not handsome, at least they are awake! They were the Communications Watch Officers: left-to-right, McCormick, Semmes, Brockett, Sellers and Dry, all 1934. Small wonder that Battle Force communications were frequently fouled-up! Photo was taken aboard flagship, USS CALIFORNIA (BB), Capt. Bill Calhoun, Sr. '06, commanding.

Sec'y-Treas., Capt. L. M. Detweiler, (SC) USN (Ret.), 6650 Van Winkle Dr., Falls Church, VA 22044 Corr. Sec'y, Capt. W. H. Packard, USN (Ret.) 5600 Yorktown Blvd., Ariington, VA 22207 Percent Members: 80 The very brief notation at the end of the June column on the deaths of Joe Bettens and Sherwood Dodge on 5 April can now be supplemented. Relative to Woody, Eleanor Dodge wrote Jeff Parker a letter of appreciation to the Class for the blue and gold floral arrangement which Cy Austin, acting as '35 representative, procured for the Memorial Service. Cy also gave the eulogy. Those of the Class attending this service in addition to Cy included: Sally Austin, Bunny and Frank Herold, Bob Prickett, John Thomas and Bob Vasey. Dick Hansen ('36) was among others at the service. Woody, Cy and Dick had attended Hall's Prep School in Columbia, Missouri, before entering the Naval Academy.

As for Joe Bettens, the foUowing is from a letter he wrote in March 1980. He reluctantly retired from the Navy in 1956 due to the development of a heart problem. Through the intervening years his heart stabiUzed and gave him no further trouble, but he wrote that cardiologists always got excited when they looked at his EKG for the first time. His retirement from General Electric in Bay St. Louis in 1974 was taken upon the detection of his prostate cancer.

He underwent radiation treatment at Oschner Radiation Clinic in New Orleans which was successful. It was still remissive in late 1979 when, during a routine check at Kessler AFB Hospital, he was found to have cancer in the left lung. In order to continue his work at the Superdome, the doctors at Kessler in Biloxi approved his undergoing radiation therapy again at the Oschner CUnic. He had "no debilitating effects of any significance" and missed only one event at the Dome, during the therapy. Subsequent to the above letter he attended '35's West Coast 45th and continued his work at the Dome which he enjoyed up to the last few months of his life.

The Class plus individual Classmates contributed funds sufficient to dedicate a chair at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Joe's name.

As the result of an Alumni Fund solicitation letter being retumed to Fritz Harlflnger, he checked and reported that P. K. Wright, Jr., had died on 23 December 1979 at his home, "Lee Haven," in Easton, Maryland. Belated condolences of the Class have been expressed to his widow, Elizabeth, who continues to live in their Easton home. The Class also made a donation to Christ Church of Easton, in P. K.'s memory.

On 24 April, the annual '35 sword presentation was made in the 35th Company Wardroom in Bancroft Hall to Midn. l/c Anthony M. Kurta of Montana, who had been selected by his Company Officer, LCdr. F. B. Grubb, Jr. USN, '70, as the outstanding Midshipman of the Class of 1981 in the 35th Company. French Wampler donated his sword for this year's ceremony, and the presentation was made by Jeff Parker. Others of '35 attending included: Conrad AbhaU, Rod Badger, Lou Detweiler, Jesse Gay, Fletcher Lamkin, Wy Packard, George Powell, Kagey Schacht, and Stevie Stever. LCdr. Grabb, in selecting Midn. Kurta for this honor, stated that Mr. Kurta, as 35th Company Com67

mander for the first set, "did an exemplary job in leadership and personal involvement." He was "selected out of an intensely competitive group to go on a Foreign Exchange Program to Germany, was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha—the Political Science Honor Society, and worked three years on the Naval Academy Foreign Affairs Committee." His aim is to gain experience as a naval officer and then to seek naval and joint bUlets involved in strategic planning and intemational relations. We wish him success.

BiU Germershausen reports that the San Francisco Bay Area '35ers are initiating a monthly luncheon to be held each month at a time and place to be variable, for the time being. Any Classmates in or passing through the area may contact Bill to get confirmation on time and place. The first lunch in this program was held on 9 April at Moffett Field, and the second was on 14 May at the Fleet Admiral Nimitz Officers' Club on Treasure Island. Attending one or both luncheons were: Frank Barrows, Pete Boyle, Glenn Clegg, Spike Ewald, Dixie FarreU, Ross Freeman, Bill Germershausen, Hersch GoldBerg, Ron MacMillan, Ralph Metcalf, Wally Nelson, Ozzie Osbom, Doug Rhymes, Bert Rodier, BiU Sullivan and Frank Wheeler. Ross Freeman was elected by acclamation (and without opposition) as scribe for the group and reported on the second get-together.

Norm Meyer from Cedar Crest, New Mexico, wrote an amplification on the 3-week trip which he and Barbara made to China in early April.

They traveled with a medical group studying the health care delivery system of that country and made many visits to hospitals, clinics, barefoot doctors, etc., in additiorf to the usual great tourist sights. Norm gave a talk (via an interpreter) in Shanghai on hospital administration, the field in which he is a recognized authority. Norm has set up "Meyer Management Consultants, P. A." recently as sort of a new career by which he can slow down his activities and work as much or as little as he wants. His consulting is in the field of health care management.

Chick Murphy wrote a couple of newsy letters in April from St. Simons Island, Georgia. He and Louise are both in good health and enjoying life immensely on the "Golden Isles." They were expecting grandchildren #17 arid #18 in May. Sally and Bob PhUIips from Highlands, North Carolina, were on adjacent Jekyll Island in early Febraary, and they and the Murphys were able to get together on several occasions.

SaUy and Bob hope to be able to come to St. Simons for next Winter. Chick confirmed last month's report that Jane and Ned Dougherty stopped by in Febraary on their way back from a Florida trip, but their visit was much too brief.

Helen and Norm Gage came down from Charleston in early April to see the Murphys. Chick and Norm were "roomies" in NEW YORK after graduation, so there was a lot of catching up to be done. Chick also reports that they live just a few blocks down the street from Terry and George Doster, and they see each other frequently. George is doing very weU, keeps active and enjoys hearing from Classmates. (As reported in the December 1975 Shipmate, George has some physical disabUities from a brain tumor removed in 1971, but has no complaints.)

They have five fine children, two girls and three boys. The middle boy, Nicholas, was married a few months ago. George's address is 2024 Brace Drive, Box 801, St. Simons Island GA 31522.

Eunice and Chuck Beaman were on a trip last Winter to the West Coast from their home in 68

Rogers, Arkansas, and got as far as Fresno when Chuck developed a blind spot in his left eye which went away in about 15 minutes. An ophthalmologist told him to get an immediate evaluation of his carotid arteries. So, instead of going on to see Classmates in San Diego, they headed home. Arteriograms showed 90% occlusion of both carotid arteries in his neck. Two operations later, he had lost 25 pounds down to 150, just 5 over his gym team weight. As of the end of April, he was feeling fine and "raring to go." He is busy with "ham radio" early each moming at 0600 CST. His call W7PFG on 3937 kz.

Steve Carpenter reports selling his house at Santa Ana, and on 15 May he and Rachel moved to 3029 Bonita Woods Dr., Bonita CA 92002.

Doc Holme's widow, Elaine, has moved from Bonita to 121 Orange Ave., Chula Vista CA 92011. Margaret and George McKusick have recently moved from Chula Vista to 1319 South Grade Rd., Alpine CA 92001 (20 miles east of downtown San Diego) where they purchased a large (4 bedroom) home on 1.27 acres which they intend to put into the growing of grapes.

Other moves: Art Giesser's widow, Thelma, is reported to have moved from San Diego and to be living with her daughter, Linda Silver at 1463 Galaxy Dr., Newport Beach CA 92660; B. D. (Clagg) Claggett made a local Washington area move to 3575 Hamlet Rd., Chevy Chase, MD 20015. He and Poppy are delighted with their new townhouse set-up.

All of these changes appear in the new Class address list which should have been received a month or so ago, but are repeated here for their friends in other Classes. Relative to our list, it wiU be noted therein that we still have some gaps. It would be helpful if the names shown without addresses could be checked in local phone books by Classmates in the areas where these lost C/Ms formerly lived. We'd like to get the Annual letter to them, at least.

Don't forget to send in your biographic data sheet.

Late item: After the above was submitted, word was received of the death of Ed Michel on 10 May 1981: see "Last CaU" in this issue.

Other details will be covered in the next issue of Shipmate. Also, Ace Husband's widow Mary died on 17 May 1981 at her home in Old Saybrook, Connecticut.

36 Sec'y, Capt. W. M. Hanger, USN (Ret.) 4201 Cathedral.Ave., N.W., Apt. 1417 East, Washington, DC 20016 Corr. Sec'y, Capt. Wm. A. Ellis, USN (Ret.) 4101 Downing St., Annandale, VA 22003 Percent Members: 81 It's the 19th of May, and if the column is short this month, it is because it is almost 10:30 PM, and I'm hurrying to get this written before taking off in the moming for the West Coast to attend the 45th west at the Del Coronado. So bear with us, and in the next column we hope to bring you a full report on what went on in Coronado. Our trip wUI be a long one because we are driving and plan to see old friends along the way as well as family relatives. In all we'll be visiting in Denver, Sun City, San Diego, Los Angeles, Monterey, and then back through Texas and Oklahoma before returning home. So here goes with the news we have. Sorry to mn, but we've got to be ready to move out early in the moming and be on our way.

Pat and Dick Bradley became the proud grandparents of a new grandson on Easter Sunday moming. The new addition to the Bradley clan is Richard R. Bradley, III. Our congratulations to Pat and Dick and to the proud parents.

A note from "Russ" Faust (26 April) said that he and Marge would see us on the West Coast if nothing marred their plans. Like the EUises, they are driving out and will arrive early to visit with friends in Rancho Santa Fe. After the Reunion, they planned to drive on up to Seattle and back to Texas via Salt Lake City, Pueblo, et cetera—just sightseeing.

Norm Gillette wrote (9 April) that he was still residing in Long Beach, where he went to take care of his late mother in 1975 when she fell and broke her back. Says he is leaning more and more to staying in the West, with frequent trips back East and trips hhher and yon. Said Norm: ". . . AU but the youngest of my six offspring are through school and married. The sole dependent has only one more year of law school, and I will be relatively affluent—and able to travel more extensively. I have children in Spain, Newport, Washington, New Orleans, Oceanside, and the Philippines—we sort of circle the globe—so there are plenty of travel inducements ! Two of my sons are Marines (Captain and 1st Lt.), but the giris are all civilianoriented. AU have escaped the perils of the '60s and '70s and give their parents great pride and much satisfaction. Only two grandchildren to date, but love and Catholicism will change that I am quite sure. . . . Regards to all."

"Jake" Fyfe wrote (2 April) that he was now settled in at his new home and that his phone number was 804 220-2790. Said he hadn't seen any Classmates since his visit in Califomia with Katie and Fred Chenault. ". . .am enjoying life here at King's Mill and have become quite active in a couple of Scottish organizations. I have even ordered kilts and the rest of the accessories so I won't be out of uniform when I go to fiinctions!"

A note from Dick Hansen (3 May) reported that Nancy and he had been on the road again—this time, a three-week tour up the Nile River, covering 600 miles by ship (air-conditioned!), and being thoroughly steeped in the 6500-year history and countless dynasties and kingdoms of Egypt. Said Dick: ". . . The antiquity and importance of this country (Egypt) makes our short history appear as a mere drop of water in the ocean. We stopped at least twice a day, visiting countless temples, tombs, pyi"amids, etc., until we almost got 'tombitis.' Our guides were a scholar from the British National Museum in London and a superb Egyptian. For those who might be interested, such a trip is operated by W. F. & R. K. Swan (Hellenic) Ltd., London Wl, England. NormaUy the tour is sold out in advance for two years and has a long waiting list. It isn't inexpensive, but very much worth the cost. To avoid the heat, I'd suggest October, November, Febmary, March, or April, ft was 114 degrees F. at the Assuan Dam for us and the same at Abu Simbel."

The usual "quickie" type note (27 Feb.) from Jasper McDonald reported that he had pulled up stakes in Hilton Head and had moved to Florida.

His new adress: 756 Toledo Drive, Boca Raton FL 33432; phone: 305 368-8760. We thank Jasper for the kudos in which he said: " . . . You guys in Washington are doing a great job and I am a lousy cooperater—forgive me, and keep it up!" Thanks for the pat on the back, Jasper, and how about leaving the sunny clime for a wee spell to join us all at the 45th East in Annapohs in October? We'd all like to see you.

Shipmate, July-August 1981

With regard to Harry Brent's idea mentioned in our recent column, one reply points out that there is a 1936 Memorial Window in the rear, right-hand side of the new nave in the Naval Academy Chapel—a rightful reminder. Said the note: ". . . How may memorials do we need?

If we need a bigger—or better—perhaps the present memorial window could be enhanced since it occupies only a small portion of the window. . . . Let us not forget that '36 was a smaU Class, hence higher statistics. All the Classes with equivalent presence on the scene in all probability suffered higher numerical losses than we. So the book referred to was really reporting on a statistic of unknown value in its reflection of heroism, sacrifice, or other memorable aspects." A good comment. It gives forth food for thought ivhen you consider all our colleagues and friends who gave up their lives iii service to their country. Let us have more of your comments.

In closing, we are sorry to report that Peggy Clayton had to undergo surgery back in April.

As of early May she was getting along fine, and by now we all hope she has fully recovered.

That's it for now. And "Away we go" to Califomia. See you in the next Shipmate.

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Sec'y-Treas., LCdr. J. P. M. Johnston, USN (Ret.) 2118 Bancroft PI., N. W., Washington, DC 20008 Corr. Sec'y, VAdm. Charles S. Minter, Jr. USN (Ret.) 238 Puritan Place, Annapohs MD 21401 Percent Members: 77 One of the traly frustrating aspects of functioning as Corresponding Secretary is the realization that if you make a mistake in a particular column, the earliest a correction can appear is two months later. I made a very regrettable error in the April Shipmate column and am writing an apology and correction now which will not appear untU mid-July. In the April column I had just finished typing a paragraph conceming a diimer party Frankie Dalton had given and was starting a new paragraph quoting from a letter from Joe Dodson, and through some mental aberration kept the name Dalton in my alleged mind and credited Joe Dodson's letter to Joe Dalton. I have written to apologize both to Frankie and to Joe Dodson and herewith apologize to the rest of you, with the promise that I will proofread more carefully in the future.

BUI Mack reports the happy news that to date Class responses to his plea for the Class memorial have averaged $48.70 per person, which gives us a slight cushion and puts us modestly above the power curve in our effort to have a fund adequate to support a meaningful gift to our alma mater on the occasion of our 50th reunion. I hesitated to mention this in the not unreasonable fear that it might have an adverse effect on future contributions, but after due deliberation and discussion. Bill and I feel that our confidence in your generosity and understanding will not be misplaced and that you will collectively realize that we must continue to support this effort in the future in the same selfless manner that has been our hallmark to date.

There were enough of you whose financial ears stood straight up at Bill's casual reference to 18% investments that he provided me with the following information about investment opportunities and future planning: "Many of you have enquired as to where we are going to find an 18% investment. The answer is second mortShipmate, July-August 1981

gages, but the Washington Group's financial committee, which includes such financial whizzes as Fred Janney and Pinky Baer, has decided that a 15% retum using liquid asset funds would be safer and more flexible.

"Financially, with the help of some of the local big boat pilots, an approximate 'howgozit' curve has been constructed showing how we are going to arrive at our goal with a little bit left over for contingencies and the usual extra we need for sending flowers and occasionally contributing to the support of the First Company Wardroom.

"As of May 1st, 83 Classmates had donated $4,042. This projects to about $5,000 for 1981.

"We now have $7,000 invested at 15% and $4,000 in the Alumni Fund which cannot bear interest. 80% of the 1981 donors opted for the interest bearing fund. Unfortunately there is no way the funds already in the Alumni Fund can be withdrawn or made to bear interest.

"The start figures as of 1 January 1982 for the 'howgozit' are then $11,000 plus $5,000 in 1981 donations and $1,000 in interest for a total of approximately $17,000. Cranking in future donations, projected interest rates, forgetfulness and other human and Class of '37 foibles, gives us a total of at least $37,000 by 1986. This should give us at least a year in which to design and build the gift.

"The determination of the nature of the gift met a slight setback in that we were informed that the proposed fountain in front of Dahlgren HaU is no longer desired by the Naval Academy.

(C/S note. This is a particularly distressing turn of events for those who marched under the ' 'Ace Barton for President" banner almost fifty years ago on the "beer in the scuttlebutts" platform to the consternation of an Executive Department singularly devoid of a sense of humor. Old loyalties die hard, and there were a few who still clung to the dream that the christening of our fountain might well have been done with Budweiser or Michelob.) Instead the Superintendent wiU provide us with a listing of aUernate gifts. The Washington Group will research these and present its recommendations at the 45th reunion. In the meantime, all those having suggestions are urged to forward them to the Washington Group."

I am sorry to report that Wes Steesy has had to discontinue the Class Calendar program. Wes says that there are two reasons forcing him to take this action: (a) costs of calendars and postage have advanced so much that $1.50 would have been about the amount required to break even, and (b) not even the catalog minimum quantity (100) was ordered by Classmates last year. However, Wes ordered the minimum anyway and had to eat those left over. I am really sorry to see Wes have to discontinue the program. I thought his calendars were extremely handsome and attractive, and just wish he had gotten more support.

Willie Mack's plea for contributions to the class fund had a fortunate spinoff in that several contributors also sent along a bit of news something that I find difficult to pry out of our modest Classmates usuaUy. Heading the list in the Good News Department was word from Charlie Putman that he and a lovely widow, Nancy Smead, were to be married on 18 April and honeymoon in Mexico. We are delighted for them and look forward to the opportunity to welcome Nancy aboard officially at the Coronado reunion next year.

Johnnie Nielsen chimed in from Santa Barbara with the news that the temperature never got below 49° in his area last Winter and that he had

a bumper crop of Valencia oranges that ripened in February instead of June when well-behaved oranges are expected to arrive. Apparently they split open and fell to the ground and John says they lost many bushels. Clearly no one would be churiish enough to be unmoved by this loss of Johnnie's, but with oranges selling for 150 each locally about that time, there may be those who would be less sympathetic than would be the case otherwise. Johnnie and Bernie ran into June and Guy O'NeU at a Christmas eggnog party and discovered that they were now living in Montecito where Johnnie reports that Guy has some very professional looking water colors done in his distinctive style. D. J. and Syd Bottomley stopped overnight with the Nielsens enroute to a golf tournament in Seattle, but other than that, one gathers that '37 activity in the Santa Barbara area has been rather restricted.

Harry Hahn, who is still a consultant with Bechtel Corp., brought Janet east with him to attend a meeting in Williamsburg. States Mead was at the same meeting according to Rex Wheeler, who reported further that the Hahns came on to Norfolk for dinner with the Pridmores with the Joyces, Fords, Hessels, and Wheelers also in attendance. Rex added: "Eleanor and I are going to Newport for the 25th Anniversary of the Naval Command Course. Red Hessel will also attend part. Dick Colbert was the first director. Red and I were later directors. Almost 700 senior officers from 56 countries have attended, and half became flag officers, a dozen or so CNOs of their respective navies."

Ed Arentzen writes from Rancho Santa Fe that he and Marcia went on a five-week tour of Central Europe late last Spring, including stops in Holland, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Yugoslavia, Italy, France, and England. Unfortunately, the trip was not a resounding success for reasons Eddie did not expand on, but he said it convinced him never to return. His next travel venture is planned for our own scenic western U.S. Incidentally, Eddie was shrewd enough to have a younger brother, WiUard, who became Surgeon General of the Navy and recently retired to Rancho Santa Fe where he will live very near Eddie. It must be pretty nice to have a Surgeon General available for house calls at what one assumes would be a nominal fee.

Bea and Larry Brantley wended their way southward in a leisurely fashion during early April, eventuaUy arriving in Pensacola where they were hosted by Libby and Ace Barton for a pleasant stay. The Whites, Patriarcas, and Lirettes stopped by for cocktails, and apparentiy this rather select group enjoyed each others company so much that a repeat performance with the same participants was played a couple of nights later at a dinner party given by Ruth and Don White. Ace introduced Larry to Pensacola Country Club style golf which has been known to be detrimental to financial health and well being for newcomers, but Larry seems to have survived with no visible scars. Larry and Bea returned home via Anniston, Alabama, and Asheville, North Carolina, where they visited with friends.

Lois and Bob Erly came east for a two-week stay on a combined business and pleasure trip.

We enjoyed hosting them for a couple of days during which we attended the Spring Meeting of the Naval Academy Foundation of which Bob is a Trustee. Bob and 1 got in a round of golf with Tom Adams and almost made it a '37 foursome but Willie Mack was otherwise committed and couldn't join us. Bob put on such a virtuoso performance with a borrowed putter as to bring 69

into serious question the legitimacy of his handicap, but it was finally decided that he was only exhibiting to his eastem hosts the benefits of West Coast year round play. After visiting famUy and friends in the Washington, Patuxent, Norfolk area. Bob and Lois will join us again to attend the meeting of the Naval Academy Alumni Association of which Bob is Vice President, Westem Region. The Class is particularly proud of the fact that our own Willie Mack will be honored by the Alumni at this upcoming meeting by being instaUed as the new President of the Association.

Among the patrons of the arts enjoying a recent performance of the Tidewater Symphony (CIS note: good to know that there are those among us who do their bit to raise the class cultural average) were the Mehles and the Curries. Speed and Gloria had just retumed from a Winter in Sanibel and Key West and were delighted to have son Michael '67, a commander attached to VA-65, now stationed at Oceana.

38 Sec'y, Capt. Snowden Arthur USN (Ret.) 10207 Dickens Ave., Bethesda MD 20014 Percent Members: 79 Here are some more Classmates and their wives who are interested in attending the San Diego reunion: Anne and Snowden Arthur, Pete Aurand, Betty and Fred Bardshar, Ruth and Berk Berkeley, Eloise and Charley Bums, Marie and John Burkhardt. Carlotta and John BurriU, Doris and Bob Bywater, the John Carlsons, the Joe Cassidys, lona and Dick Cooper, Diane And Bill Cranford, Mrs. Howard (May) deLaureal, AnnabeUa and Ray DuBois, Mrs. E. J. (Jean) Bryant, Josephyne and Carl Fleps, Gayle and Tom Foster, Mary and Vance Gordon, Leda and Tex Guinan. Robby and Jigger Harmon, the Charles S. Harts, Slocumb and John HoUis, Harry Holton, Betty and Bob Huron, Dorothy and Dick Ingham. Jane and Lowell Jett, Steve and Rosy Johnson plus one, Lillian and Herbert Kabat, Aggie and Bill Kitch. Jean and Jack Kleiss, the Frederick Krupps, Emilie and Thomas Lamar, Hank and Josephine Lauerman, Mary Louise and Bill Leonard, Virginia and Bob Managhan, Emilou and Agee Melvin, Nels Nelson, Evelyn and Les O'Brien.

Connie and Bob O'Neill plus daughter Colleen.

Mrs. Frank B. (Helen) (juady, Betty and Jack Raymer, Mrs. Howard L. (Marie) Ritter, Dolly and Charley Robertson, Elizabeth and KG Robinson, Marguerite and Leon Rogers, the Carlo Rovettas, LeClaire and John Saxten, Mrs. Raphael (Juanita) Semmes, Betty and Gordon Smale, Charlotte and Don Snyder. Betty Louise and John Stevens. Edna and James Stilwell, Jean and Wendy Suydam, and Mrs. Thomas (Peggy) Washington.

Wendy Suydam reported as of April 1 some statistics on the 45th Reunion. These statistics include the persons named in the preceding paragraph.

Interested in attending: Accompanied by spouse Single Classmates Widows Total interested Not interested in attending: Physically unable Deceased Dislike San Diego 70

164 8 JO 282 5 2 2

General Widows Total not interested Retumed undeliverable Total Accounted For Classmates and Widows Not yet heard from Lodging preferences: Hotel Del Coronado Other motels RVPark BOQ Classmates/relatives Home and commute

35 7

J2 _20 253

147 135 2 2 1 24 18

There is practically unanimous interest in attending the social events Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, as well as the Friday Class Assembly. Although many commented that it was too early to decide upon daily activities, the reported preferences are: Golf Visiting ships Tijuana Zoo SaiHng Sea Worid Harbor Excursion Wild Animanl Park Museums Tennis

64 46 42 34 28 27 26 26 21 12

We anxiously await word from that silent battalion of 147 who have not returned their questionnaires.

My task as the "38 Corresponding Secretary for Shipmate has been an easy one this first year because Frank Zimanski and his "regional editors" were tuming in so much good copy.

Frank was able to recruit some outstanding talent on a one-time basis, but they refused to surrender their souls to him for all eternity. Ray Calhoun wrote a thoughtful letter to Frank opposing the "regional editor" concept and stating that 1 ought to propose a plan to cover the preparation and writing of '38 class news. Well, here's the plan: 1 propose to edit this column by "doing what comes naturally." That means covering marriages, deaths, children, vacations, jobs, honors, social events, and even robberies.

1 ask that you, the "38 readers of Shipmate send me pictures, anecdotes, human interest stories, and so forth. 1 won't ask anybody by name to prepare material unless the natural sources of news dry up. In that case 1 may solicit submissions.

The annual husbands-and-wives luncheon of the "38 Washington group took place at the Fort Myer Officers" Club on the last Thursday of April. It was a lovely luncheon: mild weather, a tasty menuâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;including dessert (an item that the husbands never seem to afford at their stag luncheons) and relaxed and genial people. One could even call about 50 percent of them "beautiful people."

After we ate and drank to our fill, Carl Fleps, the group chairman, rose to greet the assembly from the combined height of his over-six-feet stature and his altitude as a Marine Corps general and, 1 suppose, from his even higher altitude as a Marine Corps aviator. Anyway, he was imposing. And he started right away to indicate that he planned to really impose on us.

He was going to deliver an after-luncheon speech lasting at least 45 minutes! Fortunately for the guests, Admiral DuBois launched a spirited heckling of General Fleps, smothering

every remark he uttered with a brilliant thrast of repartee. As a result, Cari was cut down to a measly little talk that didn't last much more than fifteen minutes. And that included his applause-provoking remark that, "The Washington '38 group has but a single purposeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the annual ladies' day dinner."

The flowers on the luncheon tables were sent to Betty Bolam who was prevented from attending by an illness requiring hospitahzation.

The surprise speaker at the luncheon was Mike Michael, back in Washington from his home in Colorado Springs as a delegate to a National TROA convention. He spoke of life in the scenic Rockies where ecstatic trout caper in crystal streams. He acknowledged missing the companionship of '38 Classmates even though he has for consolation the vintage wit of Flash Gordon.

This memorable occasion was attended by the following: Mary Bullard, Betty Luby, Muriel Wells, Eleanore Fitz-Patrick, Jeanne Mann, Fran Hartigan, Connie Jackson, Lee and Dick Mugg, Kay and Jim Payne, Betty and Gordon Smale, Jean and Grant Heston, Jack Bogley, Peggy and Hugh Robinson, Jane and Bob Bidwell, Snowden Arthur, Ro and Don Brown, Gigi and Phil Beshany, Margaret and Frank Jones, Shirley and Jim Andrews, Emilou and Agee Melvin, Julie and John Ferriter, Josephyne and Cari Fleps, Elaine and Jake Bland, Skip and Jake Jakel, Ruth and Carter Berkeley. Betty and Jack Raymer, Peggy and Rett Trickey, AnnabeUa and Ray DuBois.

The California Report by Frank Zimanski End of the great experiment. During the past year while serving voluntarily as S/M editor for '38 in So. Cal. 1 recognized the risk of hogging our limited space, as well as of boring you aU with news of the same people in every issue.

Accordingly, 1 begged C/Ms in No. Cal., the Midwest and the Northwest to contribute to our "38 column. They graciously obliged. Then I got ambitious and proposed formalizing this system of regional reporting on a permanent basis, believing as I do that our readers preferred coverage of our mates in all 50 states and Mexico as well. I'll spare you the details, but my concept fizzled.

Discussing this matter at length at our regular luncheon on May 7 with Finn, Olsen, Ramage, Callahan, Ratiiff, Ogle, Muir, Harrington and Lee Rogers, my concept of reporting was flatly rejected. The consensus was that regional editors were redundant since the C/S in Wash, was entirely adequate. This assembly instead adopted the Harrington Plan. In it the hosts of our regular semi-annual dinners would also be responsible for reporting our class news. In the interim it would be a case of every man for himself as in the past, reporting directly to our C/S. El Ogle, our next host (party in Oct.). agreed to report the news in the Jan.-Feb. '82 issue of S/M. 1 take this means to advise our Classmates in So. Cal. that the office of this regional editor and his funnel for all the news is hereby declared defunct. Submit all your scoops directly to Snowden Arthur. In the meantime 1 shall once again retire to pasture and graze contentedly like Ferdinand the Bull, a sort of a kindred spirit.

Shipmate, July-August 1981

for a male camel! Christmas will see us in Agra, Bangkok and Hong Kong. Greetings to all!

Salam!"

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Army-Navy Football Train. Second Batt Plebes—1934 The '38 trainees (ha! ha!) shown in the accompanying photo are clockwise from upper left: CharUe Akers, John Burkhardt. Pret Haines. BiU Dimmick. and Nate Sonenshein.

And now in the immortal words of Frank Zimanski. Let's communicate via Shipmate!

39 Secy. Capt. W. J. Ruhe, USN (Ret.) 1310 MacBeth Ave.. McLean VA 22101 Percent Members: 74 Murray Frazee showed up at the May luncheon. "I've quit my job with Vista after only nine months and I'm back at my home in Gettysburg," he revealed. "There wasn't much to do in those Kentucky Mountains—only about fifteen minutes a day of work. So Betty and I decided to caU it quits." At this, George Duncan chimed in with. "My daughter is teaching school under the Vista program in St. Croix and she works eighteen hours a day and is doing a lot of good." Murray noted however that President Reagan wiU probably eliminate the Vista program and leave oiUy the Peace Corps as part of Action. He added, "The smaU town we were in had only one Jones and two Smiths in the phone book—but about 88 Shepherds (no feudin' Martins or Coys?). And the place was dry; the nearest liquor store a mere fifty miles away.

So when our house was burglarized, all they took was aU my liquor." Summarizing, he said.

"We thought we could help somewhere. It seemed hke a good idea." Danny Weitzenfeld, our luncheon MC. buoyed by the remarks about him in last month's column: pulled a large pack of one-liner cards out of his pocket and started with, "After Judy Cooke's expose of the eightyear-old drag addict Jimmy, the new name they're giving the Washington Post is 'Graham's Fairy Tales.' " (After that one, decided to use Kerkering"s cartoon of Weitzenfeld going down forthe third time.) Then he intoned, "And now the good news. 1 checked our clock at the Naval Academy and it showed the same time as my Zodiac watch, (to put to bed reports that our memorial was out of commission)."" And now the bad news: "Midshipmen were lying in their bathing tranks on the terrace in the back of Bancroft Hall— sunning. Since when do midShipmate, July-August 1981

shipmen have time to lay out in the sun?" Later someone reported that Doug Syverson had retired from the Department of Transportation on I May. Have you wondered why the "retired" MacGregor KUpatrick (our All-American Soccer player) flies to Connecticut "on business,"" as reported in last month"s column? See the answer at the end of this month's column.

In reading Tom Wolfe's best seller The Right Stuff, I ran across mention of Bob Truax (a rocketman with the right stuff?) and his World War II rocket work which contributed to the powering of the first U.S. aircraft to break the sound barrier.

A note from F. B. McFarland, who was originally with '39 but graduated with '40, said; "Josephine and 1 have hved in Arcadia, Califomia (6040 W. Estrella Ave.) lo! these many years since 1958 and find it a good place for retirement. I would greatly appreciate an extra copy of a "39 roster."

1 saw Alice and BUI Brehm at the Ft. Myer commissary, pushing three (?) baskets of groceries. Enroute back to their home in Ohio (1516 Hayes Ave., Fremont) after visiting their children here in Washington. They were taking advantage of the last provisioning stop-off before they drove back to the Ohio wildemess (or something hke that). Bill reports that he is presentiy the vice president of Kessler Corporation.

He looks healthy and prosperous, as does Alice.

"I'm in no hurry to retire," he emphasized.

Carol and I flew to Santa Monica for daughter Melody's wedding—a great event for the Ruhes.

Melody and her Golddiggers sang "The Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy from Company D"" at the reception, and she and 1 did "Lida Rose" together to prove conclusively why she was named "Melody." Judy and Hank Reaves.

Micky Higgs and the two children of OUie Paine represented "the Class.'" (We should have had a Big Apple!)

Bob Border writes from Saudi Arabia. "The ever-moving Borders are now in Jeddah."" (% SAPL-Power and Water. PO Box 3694.)

"Couldn't resist one last fling in an interesting and productive job—liaison between Parsons and its sub-contractors. The campsite is 19 kilometers south of Yanbu on the Red Sea. and the housing makes Spain look like a hardship area. No golf course in this gigantic sand trap.

Wish we could extend a welcome mat. but getting a visa to get into this country is easy only

Jack Cameron wrote a short note to alert us to the death of John WiUiam's wife, Pat— in Reno on 13 April. The cause of her death was heart failure, a result of intensive chemotherapy for lung cancer. "Pat and John would have celebrated their 3rd wedding anniversary on 1 June. This is the second wife that John has lost in less than four years, but he seems in good spirits and keeps busy with the water company he owns."

On an equally sad note we heard of the death of Rex Warner, from cancer, on 5 April, at Chapel HUl, North Carolina. Rex was stUI working at the University of North Carolina untU he passed away. He was about the friendhest and most warmhearted Classmate we had, so his death represents a great loss to many of us.

Jim Coleman, egged on by Stan Kerkering to, 'just get it over with. It isn't that big a deal," tumed himself in for a knee operation like Stan' s and Stan recorded the event for Shipmate. (See cartoon.)

'39ers in the news. George Netts. elected district govemor of the Lions of Kentucky."" will be installed in this office (which governs 36 clubs) at the Intemational Convention of Lions in Phoenix, Arizona, on 20 June. A Lions Club member for 17 years, Netts takes office July 1st."" George clarified what this means: "Our usual retirement activities are pushed back for my year as district govemor. Libby is resigned to it—not happy with it. About fourteen months from now I expect we'll take her on another honeymoon trip (another '39 Caribbean craise?) to get to know her once more."

For the 45th reunion in 1984 (that's only three years off!) the Executive Committee decided we'd have a special tailgate affair before and after the Homecoming game, then move to an informal dinner-dance. We hope to get some indication—about a year ahead of time—as to who will need housing so we can book a block of rooms in a motel. We also decided on having another "39 craise for some time in 1982 and will work out the details soon. Danny Weitzenfeld wants all "39ers to start sending in (to me) anecdotes about other members of the Class, for issue in a small book at the 45th as a memento for the occasion.

The reason, we hear, why MacGregor KUpatrick flies to Connecticut is that he is owner of the Hartford Whalers of the National Hockey League.

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40 Sec'y, Cdr. Leigh Winters, USN (Ret.) 418 Tyler Place, Alexandria VA 22302 Percent Members: 76 Washington Report Over half-a-hundred of the local mates and spouses celebrated Mothers' Day with a 2ndWednesday Cocktail/Buffet at the Fort Myer O'Club from 1800 - 2100 on 13 May. The everlovin' husbands brought gifts, anonymously (?) wrapped, which were distributed, together with the various table floral arrangements, to the ladies. John Montgomery, assisted by Dee Winters, emceed the drawing of numbers and the distribution of prizes.

Prez Ted Hechler publicly thanked aU who had assisted in last year's Homecoming success for the Class of '40, and presented Art Esch, Homecoming Chairman, with a bronze plaque commemorating the event; to Jo Esch, Art's indefatigable better-half,—an NA '40 Tote Bag. He reported that other plaques had been delivered to the Reverends Blaine Libbey and Dick Heath for their splendid contributions to the spiritual strength of our Homecoming in their religious services and dedication ceremony for the NA '40 Fountain. And, through this column, Ted thanks all of you "out there" for the letters and messages you have sent expressing your thanks, suggesting improvements, and, generally, conveying strongly the feelings of warmth and fellowship that bind this little Class so closely together.

Attendees included: Jonnie and Art Bemdtson, Maxine Pole and Dick Brown, Ellen and Dick Cochrane, Mary and Bill Carpenter, Elouise and John Chase, Mary Anne and Phil Eckert, Jo and Art Esch, Susie and Frank Frankenberger, Jo and Oz Gray, Chris and Mike Hanley, Loretta and Ted Hechler, Ginny and Ted Hill, Goody and Bill Keating, Charlotte and Gene Lamiman, Peg and Larry Lockett, Helen Longino, Barbara and Tad Lothrop, Rose and Mike Michaelis, Mary and John Montgomery, Marge and Ed Muhlenfeld, Margaret and Ray Schneider, Thelma and BUI Scott, Mary and Ed Sledge, Betty Ann and Tom Taylor, Penny and Hugh Vickery, Bee and Bob Wann, Dee and Early Winters. Piano background to the general bedlam was provided by Frank Frankenberger and Ray Schneider and photography is courtesy of BiU Carpenter and Tad Lothrop.

29 April news flash from the local press: ". . .EDO Corporation's Government Products Division has announced the promotion of Vincent Healey to vice president and manager of its Washington (DC) office. . ." Congratulations to our Class Vice President!

John Chase reports that he and Art Esch and Ed Muhlenfeld have been busy considering a slate of officers for the '40 election this Winter.

The gist of his nominating committee's decision: ". . .Our committee is unanimous in our feeling that things are going well with the Class of '40 and it is our intent to nominate the present slate of officers in toto for another term. . ." Any thoughts from the field?

In the April 1981 issue of Sea Power (pg. 35) the Navy League announced its 1981 award winners. Among the honored recipients Vi and Bob Quinn were proud to note that their Navy daughter received "The Captain Winifred Quick Collins Award for Superior Performance of Duty by a Woman Officer—to: LCdr. Kathleen Anne (Quinn) Krohne USN, for exceptional 72

Ted Hechler presents bronze plaque to Homecoming Chairman Art Esch

Goody Keating receives the tote bag she did not get at Homecoming

Peg Lockett wins her surprise prize

Helen Longino, Ed and Marge Muhlenfeld John Montgomery and Dee Winters pick a winner

leadership and superior performance as the executive officer of Navy Recraiting District, San Diego. LCdr. Krohne's resourcefulness, foresight, and zeal were directly responsible for the district being selected as the finest in the nation, and for the command receiving the Navy Unit Citation. Her individual performance was recognized when she was awarded the Commander, Navy Recraiting Command Gold Wreath Award and three stars (in lieu of second, third and fourth awards) for excellence in recraiting. . ." Viand Bob, along with Kathleen's husband, Cdr. Ted Krohne, USNA '63, were in attendance for the presentation at the Navy League convention in Norfolk, VA. Echoes of Castine By the time this issue hits your mailbox many of us wiU already have enjoyed the 1981 Castine Caper. But for you who have not yet had that pleasure, please note the article on pgs. 25 - 27 of Shipmate's May 1981 copy: "Forty Goes to Main-A Visitor's look at the Maine Maritime Academy, by Gary H. Hall." This fine article helps your secretary to understand why he is still just an unpaid and straggling columnist whereas Gary was the EDITOR of Reef Points or the Lucky Bag or some such publication. . .

News From Here and There Sara Lee and Pete Peters announce a new mailing address for their Florida home; 233 Pablo Road, Ponte Vedra Beach FL 32082. Pete also reports that belated but still sad tidings that Jerry McCarthy died on 30 March 1978 of a sudden heart attack. His widow, Marie, has moved to 116 Boardman Ave., Traverse City MI 49684.

On the happier side, Pete continues " . . .

Shirley and Ray Koshliek were at Amelia Island Plantation (in April '81), and since they were close by we were able to get them to come see us for a game of golf at Sawgrass, lunch, etc. . . . It's great to see old friends like that, and especially when they're weU, healthy, and having fun . . ."

D'Arcy reports from Centerville, Ohio, that her favorite man, Ned Bent, reached the ripe old age of 65 on 16 April, retired 30 April, and—together with his favorite gal^left for a long tour of Europe (Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Switzeriand and Holland) on 4 May. Quoting D'Arcy; ". . . Ned's one condition for our European trip—to retum home in time to arrive at CASTINE on SUNDAY, 5 July! . . . " Heading out West—faithful correspondent Mac McFarland sends an Associated Press wirephoto taken during the summer of '38. It may not print clearly enough to ran in Shipmate but the print shows a platoon front of midshipmen in blue mess jackets, white trousers and cap covers and gloves, holding their bayoneted rifles in the attention position with their right hands while raising their caps for a cheer in honor of the Color Giri with their left hands. Mac remarks ". . . E d (Jack) Newbould looks like the one who is a little slow getting his hat up . . .

And here's the late BUI Robb, right up front, holding his rifle with his left hand and raising his hat with his right..."

And that was Second Class summer . . . (Regrettably, the picture did not reproduce.)

Newsy letters also from Kent Bulflnch and Ray Hundevadt. Out of space now. Tune in next September to hear what Kent and Ray have to say.

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"On a more personal note, 1 am retiring from St. Petersburg Junior College the end of May after eighteen years of academia and will take my Social Security and run. Pat and 1 have built a small place in Vermont and will leave for the north country May 30th and will stay through the foliage season sometime in October. We will head back to Florida and then head for Hawaii in eariy November. Our daughter Genevieve is getting married in Honolulu December 6th, and we are going out eariy for planning and festivities. Pat has been asked to be her Matron of Honor, which is a rare honor indeed. We will be back home in time for New Year's. Am really looking forward to retirement. The first several months will be busy, and from what everyone says, it will stay that way." How right you are, Joe. The Wheelers' Vermont address is at the end of the column, so you can add their summer address as well as others to your new directories.

Site of N.A '40 fountain, the Lejeune Physical Education Center Annapolis Report; The NA'40 Fountain Frank Frankenberger (artifacts) and John Chase (biogs) join forces in a final appeal for more memorabilia to go into the time capsule which wiU soon be buried under a multi-ton rock near The Fountain. You all must have something solid in the way of war souvenirs, awards, flak-riddled drawers or models of ships and aircraft, etc. . . Please send the stuff to Frank. And this is the LAST CALL FOR AUTOBIOGRAPHIES to John! Wives please wind up and activate your husbands in front of the nearest typewriter. A photo of the Time Capsule and the projected site for it at Lejeune Center appeared on page 73 of the November 1980 Shipmate.

AndforSkipAppleton who asks. ". . .Is there avaUable some sort of artist's rendition of the Class memorial fountain and its proposed location? . . ."" Here's a photo of the "mockup".

Skip. The Fountain will be just to seaward of Dahlgren HaU. The Secretary's Corner The Executive Committee has authorized the secretary to dispose of remaining A Score and Three More books. 1980 Tote Bags and tie clasps at $6.00/each. Price includes postage; a real bargain!—The souvenirs, not the postage.

Get your orders in to me at the address up at the head of this column. The money wUI go into your class treasury.

41 Corr. Secy, Capt. Victor Delano, USN (Ret.) 7111 Pyle Rd.. Bethesda MD 20034 301/320-3887 Percent Members: 70 WiUie Hunt writes from Califomia that, after getting together from time to time with Scott Dwire, they have decided to make the swing East for Homecoming. LoUy and Willie will arrive early, rent a car. visit friends and then be all set for the big event. 1 can assure Willie and all others that the plans are moving forward and you can expect another bulletin from the planning committee shortly, if not sooner!

From Florida, Joe Wheeler wrote more about the Febmary reunion in Jacksonville as regards the golf; "It was eventually billed as the Pete VaU relief fund. 'Hustler" Pete hosted a golf outing at his home club. The only problem was that he checked in with an 18 handicap and then shot in the high 70s."" This may explain the rare look of contentment on Pete's face in the accompanying photo provided by Joe. The rest of Joe's letter said that "Pete and Monkey paid Pat and me a visit in early April for a three-day week end. and 1 am happy to report that Pete was back on his normal game so there is hope that we can recoup in Melboume in Febraary.

L. to r.: Bymside. Cuccias, Beardall. Owen. Vail.

Wheeler. Taber. Kennedy

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Locally, Fred Ruder says that he and Bette have also set up a summer residence in the north country—Maine. They have a mini-lodge in a small development on Moose Pond, near Pleasant Mountain Ski area in Bridgton, Maine. Fred plans to add a small sailboat to his one kayak fleet and teach the grandchildren to sail. Their place is near their son Frederick and his family in the Waterville area as well as near Bette's sister and her family in Durham, New Hampshire. They are also quite close to the winter resort area of North Conway. Bette and Fred visited their new place in March and April and Fred writes: "When we arrived, we were delighted. The house was complete and ready to five in and exactly as we had planned it. We emptied our U-Haul trailer which included two studio couches and a fold-away cot and settled down in front of our fireplace. Stephen (our 19year old who drove up with us) and I went to my older son's house in WatervUle to retrieve a table and chairs of ours. 1 flew Stephen back to Dulles so he could complete his year at Virginia Tech. Betty and I spent time buying various things for the house—new beds from the Sunset Mathers Co. in Ossippee, New Hampshire (a family-run venture in the country in a large bam-like place). We found a couch we wanted, brand new, in a little place in South Paris, and then some other chairs and a coffee table at an 'antique' shop in North Conway and had them stripped for me to refinish. I purchased a 'dry sink' in a kit so I can assemble and finish it." Bette has named their place "Windward Anchor'" and they are now looking for an anchor to mount. Any offers?

Among the other movers is George Nolte who wrote in June 1980 that he joined the ranks of the fully retired after 19 years with Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. Since then he and Tommy decided to relocate to Cape Cod. He wrote: "We were in the process of marketing our house and getting things in order for this last and final move (I hope) so we were unable to attend the 40th reunion in Florida in Febraary. We would have liked to go but will have to settle for Homecoming instead and we do plan to attend that.

If any Classmates get to Cape Cod, please look us up. Information will have our phone number." George also clued us that the Mel Warner listed in the new directory is not OUR Mel Wamer so we are on the trail of the right one.

Our Reverend Dave Jackson has taken a new assignment at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany in Seattle, Washington. 1 know that all of us join in wishing Dave well in his new task. The Jacksons' new residence is listed with the other changes.

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4!^ L. to r. Sisk, Strieter, Shelley

L. to r.: Kelley, Huey, Morrison Enders Huey sent the accompanying pictures of some Classmates in Florida last Winter. He and Jane plan to be present for at least the Saturday night event during the Homecoming and perhaps even more if they get back down from Connecticut in time.

Naval Aviation News reports that Mickey Weisner chaired a nine-man committee that selected the first twelve distinguished men to be enshrined in the Naval Aviation Hall of Honor which will be opened in November at the Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola.

Finally, here are the changes for your new directories: R. L. Baughan, 205 Ridge Ave., Gettysburg PA 17325, phone 717/334-0203; E. S. Dzura (Diane). P.O. Box 2897, KailuaKona HI 96740; Rev. D. H. Jackson, 13820 NE 65th St., Apt. 540, Redmond WA 98052; G. H. Nolte, 26 Nuthatch Way, East Dennis MA (For mailâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;P.O. Box 1375, East Dennis, MA 02641); F. J. Ruder (summer address). RRl, Box 259, Bridgton ME 04009, phone 207/647-8242; R. V. Welch (Ginny), 1011 Dulaney Lane, Annapolis MD 21403, phone 301/268-3239; J. C. Wheeler (summer address), WiUard Road, Quechee VT 05059; Mel Warner, delete entire address.

42 Sec'y, R. S. Day, CLU P.O. Box 6042 Shiriington Station, Ariington VA 22206 Percent Members: 73 Reservations for the great 40th Reunion are rolling in as we approach the 1 June deadline.

By the time this is in print, we should be well over 150 Classmates and wives. We are also fortunate in having several Class widows planning to attend. The Alumni Association will have mailed information on the Friday night cocktail party and dinner in the messhall to all of the Class, and you are urged to get your reservations made early. Tickets for the Homecoming game with William & Mary must be requested from the Athletic Association, if you are not a member. Applications for NAAA members had been held up because of the cancellation of the second scheduled game following

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the decision at Villanova to drop football from its varsity program. Nonmembers should write to the NAAA promptiy and request tickets in the Class section. The tickets are $10 each and a handling charge of $1.00 per order must be included. Write NAAA, U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis MD 21402.

Gloria and Bob Lim will be winging in from Manila, and he is looking forward to sharing with the Class a very special part of his life. In early April, daughter Laida launched a book.

To Inspire and To Lead, a compilation of Bob's Dad's letters to him posted weekly on the Pan Am Clipper while we were at Annapolis. They had waited 40 years before publishing them, for many reasons. Now, the famUy is sharing this version of history as his father saw it. The book is a history of the critical period in our lives, as seen by one man, across the Pacific. The first edition of 6,000 copies was sold out almost immediately and they are into the second edition.

Paperbacks are $6.00; hardbound copies are $20.00, and Bob will bring as many as we Classmates might like to order. I'll be glad to act as middleman, if you'd write me and indicate your interest.

Bob provided me with a brief review of the book, but space precludes running the excerpt as he had hoped. General Lim was the first FUipino to graduate from West Point ('14) and served first with Philippine Scouts before passing to the newly established Philippine Army and rising to the position of deputy chief of staff in the period just before the war. The last letter is dated 1 December 1941, addressed to his wife, PUar. Thereafter. General Lim fought at Bataan, underwent the Death March, and was imprisoned at Capas. After his release, he worked with the underground and in June 1944 attempted to escape to Australia. He was captured by the Japanese, imprisoned a second time and subjected to torture through at least October 1944, when the last word was heard of him. Probably executed before the Japs left Manila, his remains were never found.

John " P a t " Patterson brings us up-to-date on things in New Bern, North Carolina, and about.

Marion and Bud Livingston, with son (Navy MD) John and family, visited Pattie and Pat in March and were full of 40th Reunion spunk.

Mary Helen Hill. Pattie's second cousin, dropped by for lunch in April to report that Jack is now off on a new adventure with their son, John, doing home maintenance projects.

Mo Murch continues to cash in on his undercover work in the mid-East. Found himself a privileged guest for the 1981 Global Strategy Seminar at the Naval War College in early April.

He expected to join Chris ("83) for Commissioning Week "81 as a warmup to the 40th.

Jim Conger's daughter, Todd, has made him a grandfather with the arrival of Kimberlee.

Both children, Dan and Todd, now live in the Richmond area, so we will continue to enjoy the Congers" company for the forseeable future.

Connie and Handy Cruser also represent Richmond, where Handy is harbormaster and about to embark on a major rebuilding of the port facilities and the acquisition of a new tug for their Deepwater Terminal operations. The latter project found Connie and Handy in New Orleans attending the Work Boat Show in New Orleans while the rest of us in the East were shivering our way from January into February.

A good tug runs upwards of $500,000. so they settled for a run-down of the clubs and restaurants and an evening with Pete Fountain at the New Orleans Hilton.

Ray Smith's daughter, Jo-Anne, plans an October wedding with Preston Buriew. Both currently work for Hazelton Labs in Vienna. Virginia. Jim Seamans reports that his plebe roommate, Larry Swoboda, died in the eariy '60s in his home town of Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Pat and Art Rawson visited daughter Trissy in Hanford, Califomia, over Easter. Flight plans and prices got them into the San Diego area (they'll do Sacramento in September for the SubVets WWII convention), so they had a chance to visit a few friends and to assess the area real estate. With prices on "cracker boxes" going above $150,000, they found it a great place to visit. Had a big time with Natalie and John Drew who were about to fly off to New Zealand to visit one of Natalie's daughters who StiU lives there. Planned to rent a 27' sailboat and sail to the Great Barrier Reef Since they were to be gone 30 days, it would be interesting if they ran across Buzz Betzel, who is once again keeping things in Antartica under control. Fran and Bob Poage, who live near the Drews, have decided to foresake the crowd now clustered around their golf course and move up into Vista Valley where they plan to build near a newer golf course. Bob plans to retire on 1 October, depending on how the sale of their present house moves along. Art didn't raise the Bishops, but did get Dorothy and Hal Howard for a toast or two. The Howards, like so many who moved there some years ago. are in Coronado to stay, so may not make it back for the 40th.

43 Sec'y, Capt. WUIiam T. Peach. Ill, (SC)USN (Ret.), 647 Kaimalino St., Kaliua, HI 96734 Corr. Sec'y, Cdr. Wes Burnett (SC)USN (Ret.) 253 Heamans Way. Annapolis MD 21401 No. Calif., Cdr. PhiUp P. Hambsch USN (Ret.) 5133 Lawler Ave., Fremont CA 94536 Percent Members: 67 Bancroft Hall is a coed dormitory, as you will know, so there was no objection from the Midshipman Brigade Officer of the Watch when the Burnetts and Sibolds, ladies included, asked to view the 3rd Company Wardroom sponsored by the Class. Neither Geo or Libby. graduates of the all-girls colleges of a different generation, had ever been in a men's dorm before (they claimed), much less the mysterious and vaguely threatening interior of Bancroft. They are happy to report there were no young Mids dashing about in skivvies or less. Nor were there any women's screams from behind closed doors. In fact the Hall was virtually empty. Modem-day midshipmen are a more cosmopolitan lot, likely to be seen on week ends in ten gallon hats and cowboy boots, squiring a pretty giri in tight jeans and driving a new "Vette" down Wisconsin Avenue in fashionable Georgetown. It is difficult not to be a little envious, even to deplore having been born a generation too soon.

The '43 Wardroom was enough of a disappointment to deflate our image of "pampered pets." Hear Art in a letter to class president Bob Adrian: "Frankly, I was disappointed. I thought the wardroom looked shabby and certainly was nothing that the Class would be proud of. The room was outfitted with a diverse collection of worn sofas, none matching, arranged for TV viewing, a TV set, and autographed photographs of Bud Zumwalt and Jim Holloway.

These photos were the only reminders that I saw of what Class sponsored the room."

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Art went on to suggest a photo-montage of activities and accomplishments of the Class (the Class of ' 11 had an excellent display) and refurbishment of the room.

Continuing with our tour, the Sibolds and Burnetts proceeded down Stribling Walk, flanked by beautiful new Chauvenet and Michelson Halls. It was eariy Spring and The Yard was beautiful—it might be a good time to have a class reunion—for the azalea and dogwood season in Maryland is stunning. We visited the engineering (aero), electrical and chemical laboratories and the two (!) ship model basins. Our midshipman escorts were enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and curious about the old grads. (Do you realize how preposterous it is for us to have been graduated as eariy as 1942; the kids are surprised to see us ambulatory.) The new Nimitz Library and Rickover Hall enclose a large, elevated, tree-covered plaza. Stately windows open to the blue expanse of the Sevem. (I swear the river was brown in '42.)

It is an inspirational academic environment, and the resident Midshipmen looked good to us.

You would be pleased with their lean and handsome appearance. The adverse publicity (Newsweek, etc.) grossly distorts the picture in the interest of sensation. The student body's SAT scores rank with the top colleges and have been rising in the face of national trends. Academy athletic teams perform better each year. The women, considering their number, do extraordinarily well. The academic regimen is demanding, the graduate a strong candidate for service in the Fleet.

The Academy has executed the mandate of law and pubhc policy conscientiously and well.

It deserves credit for carrying out its orders.

Women are a competent, loyal, integral part of the brigade. More on this subject in another column.

Zeke ZecheUa wrote us a nice letter. 1 quote: "After 28 years with Westinghouse from design engineer to vice president. I finally got stationed in New York City as the northeast region vice president, and although Jean thoroughly enjoyed living in Manhattan, the 'Big Apple' was not my cup of tea. Having reached age 60. we retired to our beachfront condominium in Jacksonville. Florida.

"I am now employed as executive vice president of the Charter Oil Company, with the responsibihty for getting a large refinery built in Valdez, Alaska, at the southem terminus of the Alaskan pipeline. This is a two billion dollar project, and it may present itself as the greatest challenge to my career . . . but. I am enjoying it thoroughly,. . . and end up in Jax playing golf on week ends . . . Still in touch with Dan Kacher and Owen Keeler and will be happy to hear from anyone coming through."

Wow! Contributes to a guilt complex at being retired retired.

1 pinged on Phil Hambusch to get some West Coast news in to us. He says he'll try, but for the moment is thinking of relocating back to the DelMarVa area. Deedee remembers too many friends there.

Jane Hazelton visited the Washington area recendy and issued an open-door invitation to any '43er who comes to the San Diego area.

Bob Smith underwent surgery in Daytona Beach in May, and Hazel Greenwood flew down to be with his wife, June, during a trying time.

We wish Bob a speedy recovery.

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;:1^ Dick Zimmerman, Harry Clark, B. Rapp, Gal Galvani, B. Hardcastle, and wives in front with Nancy Davis between Cathy Rapp and Helen Galvani

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Paul and Betty Copeland, Barney and Cathy Rapp, checking on the Chesapeake Bay

Sec'y, Capt. Wynn V. (Windy) Whidden, USN (Ret.), 6156 Loch Raven Dr., McLean, VA 22101 Annapolis Corr. Sec'y, Capt. Jack E. Godfrey, USN (Ret.) 40 Franklin St., Annapolis MD 21401 301/268-6474 Percent Members: 64 '44 Memorial Project It has been a source of gratification and great pride for your class officers, and particularly the '44 Memorial Committee members, to see the magnificent response from so many of you in our fund drive. It may turn out to be the most successful effort of this kind conducted by an Alumni Class ever before. Keep up the good work and accept our heartfelt thanks. It is not done yet, but thanks to aU of you, it is doing weU. Mail Bag

Mary and Bill Hardcastle Our lively Virginia Beach correspondent.

Barn Rapp, sent us some pics of his birthday party and a gathering at the Hardcastles to honor Virgie and Dick Zimmerman as they wended their way north from Florida.

The Detweilers had a marvelous trip to Egypt in late Febraary and March. They were in Cairo for five days and then went down the Nile. Their quote was "they had a ball, but once was enough."

Hazel Nolan entertained a group of twentyfive '43 wives from the Washington-Baltimore area at their lovely just-off-the-golf-course home in Annapolis. Betsy and Ralph Leedy dropped by at a later date. They looked great, Ralph full of enthusiasm and Betsy obviously amused by my brief appearance in tennis shorts, spindly legs and a smile.

My appeal for material reached a nomadic Ken Klofkorn, who managed a 33-word card written on location in a rented Ford Escort as he putted around England on the dinner, bed and breakfast circuit. Is there no end to the diversity of class activity?

Dr. Bill (Willie) Wakeland sent in the picture of the commissioning of his son Richard as an ensign upon his graduation from OCS in Newport. Richard is also a graduate of Texas A&M University. He has completed the course at the Nuclear Power School in Oriando, Florida, and is now undergoing training at the Prototype Nuclear Power FacUity in Idaho Falls, after which he will join our nuclear powered submarine force as a junior officer.

Bill Wakeland and son Bill reports that he is now head of the electrical engineering department at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, where he is enjoying close association with the young engineers of the future. He and Gloria, his spouse, live at 1065 Monterrey, Beaumont, TX 77706. They play golf at every opportunity and invite one and all to look them up for a game. Congrats to both of you on your son's accomplishments, and to you. Bill—we all should look as young as you!

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Jack Pennington, '44's own perennial marathon runner and faithful correspondent, has written in to report on the latest confounding physical exploit of his iron constitution and winged feet. Jack qualified for and entered the Boston Marathon which was run on 20 April.

He finished with an adjusted time of 3 hours, 26 minutes, and 5 seconds for the 26'/2 mile marathon. Wow! It was, he said the most memorable experience of his life except for his wedding day. So far as he knows, he was the senior in USNA Classes (not rank) to finish the race.

There are other marathoners in '33, '34, '38, and '42, but to Jack's knowledge, none is able to run the qualifying 3 hours, 30 minutes for the Boston event. Jack, we are all proud of you and just wish we had a photo of you crossing the finish. Next time, have some one snap a shot of our favorite marathoner.

Charlie Carr ('41) was kind enough to report on the family of his late brother, and our Classmate, Bob Carr. Bob's eldest son, Robert Scott, received his Ph.D. at Texas A&M in June, and his youngest son, Charles, received his M.D. at Dartmouth also in June. The third son, Doug, now operates and prospers in an antique car restoration business in Signal Hill, California.

Bob's wife. Marge, has remarried and is now Mrs. F.J. DiUon of Lakewood, California. She can be (and Charlie says she is) extremely proud of those three perfect chips off the old blockâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;as is Charlie. We add our plaudits as Classmates and our appreciation to Charlie for posting the news.

Jake, Nan and Ted Ted Snyder dropped a note and a good snapshot taken recently at Berkley, California, of Jake Laboon with Nan and Ted Snyder. Ted confirms that Jake is scheduled to return to Annapolis in July to take over the operation of Manresa, the Jesuit home overlooking the Severn River. It is great that we will have Jake back among us here in the headquarters area. From our standpoint, it is where he belongs now.

Welcome home, Jake!

Charlie Miller passed the word that Doug Munnikhuysen and his wife Patricia have given up their Maryland residence and moved down to Bay Point Box 245, Panama City FL 32407, tel. 904/234-2776, where they are planted near the water and a golf course. Doug has been with Westinghouse Oceanic Division alongside the Chesapeake Bay Bridge for a number of years and will stUI be connected with Westinghouse.

John (Jig Jig) Bailey reported in, looking for Homecoming accommodations and with news on the Chicago area '44 contingent. We could not help him on accommodations (Inns are full), but we were glad to get the news that: Sandy Sandquist is very busy as a representative in the lUinois legislature and a senior partner of a substantial law firm now; Orrie Crepeau is happy as a retiree and doing well now after Maggie's passing; Jack Martin is still with the Electromotive Division of General Motors; and H. P. (Horsepower) Weirich and Ginny are doing weU. 76

Homecoming '81 Notice Jack Godfrey has just informed us that a '44 Dinner Dance for Homecoming '81 in Annapolis wiU be held after the football game on Saturday night, 24 October, at the Heritage Harbor Community Lodge. It is a great new place for our annual reunion and according to Jack, it is first class. Make your reservations eariy with a check of $44 per couple to Charlie MUler, 1741 Long Green Drive, Annapolis MD 21401, tel.

301/757-1199. The price of admission includes cocktails, dinner, orchestra, and service charges. Get your reservations in by 15 October. Flyers wiU be mailed by Alumni listing as a reminder. Let's go!

News Clips Leon (Red) Smith made the news in an interview published in the Washington Post, 26 March, under a column by Amy Nathan. Red was interviewed by the author at lunch in the Army-Navy Club downtown in regard to Secretary of State Alexander Haig's skirmishes with members of President Reagan's team. Red said, "If you present your case and the boss rales, there's a military rale of long standing that you don't quarrel with a decision once it's been made . . . and you certainly don't quarrel with it in public. Which isn't to say 1 don't think Haig may be right. He evidently feels very strongly that crisis management should come under the aegis of the Secretary of State, and he's a forceful man."

Whereupon, Red joked that he typified the rigid concept of a retired military man and went on to order his usual bowl of soup and tunafish sandwich (with one pickle and two tomato slices) like any sage and disciplined '44 philosopher would do. Well said. Red.

Bob Wooten Bob Clack, who now lives on Rt. 1, Box 162, Manhattan KS 66502, sent in a full page ad from the May 15, 1981, National Review with the query, "Do you suppose that the Robert J. Wooten pictured in the ad is our own Robert J. Wooten, '44? If so it appears that while most of us are winding down, he is just getting started."

After taking a close look at the picture and comparing it with his photo in the '44 Lucky Bag, yours truly is certain it is, indeed, our Bob Wooten, who is listed in the current Alumni Register as living now at 2951 Ascot Drive, San Ramon CA 94583. Bob is president of Enhance Corporation, a new multi-level marketing organization with a quality line of household cleaning products, personal care items, and natural food products.

Tribute to a Sailor - A poignant note arrived on 18 May from Tina Boose informing us that her husband, William Robinson Boose, had died suddenly and unexpectedly at home on April 29, 1981, apparentiy from a massive heart attack. Bill had just finished a consulting job in Erie, Pennsylvania, and he and Tina were planning a trip to Sacramento and San Francisco before Bill started

a new consulting job in Orange County, California. Tina wUI remain in their home at 3691 Bates Street, Irvine CA 92714 where they had established their roots near their children and grandchildren.

Those of us, including your secretary, who sailed with Bill in the schooner FREEDOM for three years while we were midshipmen, will remember him as a splendid "Class A " big boat sailor and superiative racing skipper. May his spirit sail on into that eternal sea of peace and tranquility. We join in sending our sympathy and best wishes to Tina and the family. Please see "Last Call."

Secretary's Corner To those of you who have taken the time to write and to the many more I hope will do so, I doff my hat and say, "Thanks".

WVW

45 Sec'y, Mr. Phil Erickson 6313 Golf Course Square Alexandria VA 22307 703/765-1413 Corr. Sec'y, Capt. Dutch Schulz USN (Ret.) 5100 26th St. N., Ariington VA 22207 703/536-7156 Percent Members: 59

"Sail Ho" at the April luncheon "Do you remember the time you got me for ?" was a frequent phrase which greeted our four guests at the April Class luncheon at Ft. Myer. Also, the words, " F r a p , " "fry," "Form 2," "Extra Duty," etc. . . .we're heard over the din of 45 persons milling around some of our favorite OODs of 37 years ago. We were indeed privileged to have as our guests' Shipmate, July-August 1981

Capt. Herbert H. Marable USN (Ret.), Capt.

Charles Marriner Berthoff USN (Ret.), Capt.

John M. Oseth USN (Ret.) and Capt. Hugh Q. Murray USN (Ret.). All were Battalion or Company officers during our halcyon days at the Naval Academy. Can you recognize them?

That's Herb Marable, ex-3rd Battalion Officer, in the top foto, explaining his current duties as '30 Cortesponding Secretary to Mike MarschaU and Vince Anania. In the middle picture, Jim Wilson is flanked by John Oseth '36 on the left and Marriner Berthoff '34 on the right. And that handsome man in the middle of the bottom foto is none other than our ex-13th and 15th Company Officer, Hugh Murray '34. As you might imagine, that was one luncheon that didn't break up early!

And at the May luncheon,-Bill Barnes, Chairman of the '45 After 45 Gift Committee, made an impassioned plea for ideas and suggestions for an appropriate gift. Write either Warren Taylor at Underbill Place, Alexandria VA 22305 or Jack Barron, Apt. 1205N, 2111 Jefferson Davis Highway, Ariington VA 22202. Jim Wheeler, writing from Merton, Wisconsin, says: "The thought occurred to me that an item of historic importance might be sitting in some inconspicuous or not very noticeable spot in this country, which could be beautifully exhibited on the grounds of the Academy. Conceivably, our Class could acquire . . . some such item and handsomely exhibit it as a momento from our Class." Jim adds, "A second thought would be to originate a monument to some naval hero or group of men who might epitomize our generation."

Jack Barron proposes that we donate two new bronze/brass flagpoles for Tecumseh Court (fotos for later issue). BiU Strong of Los Lumas, New Mexico, in a letter to Warren Taylor, suggests that the Class provide electronically operated portable cassette recorders for tourists to be checked out when they visit the Yard.

Writing from Walport, Oregon, WUIiam Appleton WUliams beheves that we should do something for the Nimitz Library, such as a statue . . . As Bill Bames told the luncheon group of 35 Classmates, "We have some suggestions, but we are short in depth." Why not dig out the last Class newsletter, review the criteria proposed, and send us your thoughts?

One of the least desirable aspects of this job as your Cortesponding Secretary is to prepare your obits for Shipmate. Recently, we have had a spate of deaths, all of which have been included in the "Last CaU" section of this issue, but let me list them so you can tum to the end of the magazine for the final news of your Classmates: John Frederick Masden, 59, died 5 Febraary 1981; Boyd Benjamin Bumquist, 58, died 26 March 1981; James Kem Lawrence, 59, died 31 March 1981, and Alfred Curtis Bessette, 58, on 10 April 1981. Our heartfeh condolences out from the Class to the families of our Classmates.

Ella Bessette, writing to Al Olsen, bravely sums it up:" Navy wives do have on advantage over other widows because we've had practice in being responsible foreverthing.''

Now, you can do it no w, or your widow can do it later, but why not_send an updated biography to the Alumni Association's files so it will be available to the individual who is going to write your obit for Shipmate?

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of USNA Alumni Association (Shipmate subscription) forms which you could send to your "wife," who may be a non-member or some other Classmate non-member. If you read this column, why not give us a hand at this time?

Write me, Dutch, please.

Alf E. Bergesen recently renewed his subscription to Shipmate and included an interesting update: "1 am now completing two years in Haiti, as Counselor of the American Embassy.

I have also been Charge d'Affaires during much of my time here, in the absence of the Ambassador. I have served in the Foreign Service since 1949." Bobbie and Alfs current address is: Port-au-Prince, Department of State, WashingJohn Howard Day Jr. ton DC 20521.

Have you read A Sense of Honor, by James Webb '68? This new novel, which deals with The May issue of the "Last CaU" section of eight days in the lives of two Midshipmen set Shipmate contained an obituary for John Howin February 1968, achieved immediate notoriety ard Day Jr., 159, of the 17th Company, who when it was removed from sale at the Midshipdied on 12 October 1980 at San Antonio of canman's Bookstore at the Naval Academy, supcer. Thanks to the efforts of Gene Masica, we posedly because it did not reflect a true picture have been able to obtain some additional inforof life at the Academy. Assuming you can get mation: John is survived by his widow, Betty, through the sex and the profanity, I think you of 2715 Gainsborough Drive, San Antonio TX wiU find that A Sense of Honor wUI generate a 78230; a daughter, Diane NunneUy of San Anhaunting memory of places and faces to you. tonio, and a son, Gerald, who resides in Oregon.

The Association of the Class of 1945 made a Reflections upon a sink hole in Winter Park: contribution in his name to the '45 Gift Fund.

Hey, Tom Utegaard, how are things down A registered professional engineer in Texas, he there? . . . The Sixth Edition of the American was a member of the USNA Alumni AssociaMerchant Seaman's Manual has been pubtion, the Institute of Electrical and Electronic fished. It was revised and edited by Capt. WilEngineers, Rotary Club and the Chamber of liam B. Hayler USN (Ret.), Master Mariner, Commerce. who currently teaches seamanship, navigation, Our beloved Treasurer, "Throw out the fendship handling and rules of the road at the Calers," Ozzie Dale received the foUowing note ifornia Maritime Academy . . . A quick refrom Midn. I/c Brian M. Barton '81, President sponse to my plea in the May issue of this colof the 5th Company Wardroom: "On behalf of umn from Bob McDevitt of 2401 Cocoanut Road, the 5th Company, I wish to thank you and the Boca Raton FL 33432 brings the current address Class of 1945 for your donation ($450) to our of "Jig Jig" King's widow, Dorothy: Mrs. J. J. wardroom fund. We have made many plans and King, 2800 South University #5, Denver CO the money you have given us wiU enable us to 80210. "I'm enjoying retirement in Boca," says make a good wardroom better. Graduation is Bob . . . Bob Sherman doesn't let the grass grow coming up and turnover procedures to the Class under his feet. He is working for two corporaof 1982 wardroom president will begin soon. tions: Commercial Transfer Systems, Inc., and The Class of 1945 has left him a very generous Adroit Data Systems, both operating out of Fulgift . . ." lerton Industrial Park, Springfield, Virginia Hey, you professional bread makers, I owe . . . Dick Fay has been elected as president of you a postscript: In the May column, I gave you the American Society of Naval Engineers . . . a recipe for Stroh's Beer Bread which is abso- Larry Shaffer is the new sales representative for lutely fabulous. What 1 neglected to teU you is Northern Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania that the beer should be at room temperature for the Mid-Atiantic Distribution Co., which before it is poured into the pot. The loaf I baked sells laboratory equipment . . . John N. Price, to "show o f f came from a 12 ounce can right assistant dean of the Alameda Community Colout ofthe the frig. You're right, it didn't rise . . .it lege was in town for an April conference . . . was pretty thin, but we ate it. So, for one more time, Lee and Ed White are planning to move to Flor1 give to you the most fantastic recipe for abso- ida . . . Art Red has again become a Phantom. lutely mind-busting homemade bread with an irLast known address was 2000 S. Eads St., Apt. resistible bouquet and which wiU melt in your 223, Ariington VA 22202 . . . On a trip to Savanmouth!! nah, PhU Erickson touched base with C. B. Three cups of self-rising flour, three tablePowell who is a food broker in Florence, South spoons of sugar, one can of Stroh's Beer at room Carolina, and R. T. Daniel Jr., a consulting entemperature. Make into mud pie and pour into gineer in Raleigh SC . . . The Rev. Bob Davis, greased bread pan, and bake at 325 for 50 minutes Class Co-Chairman in the Alumni Fund Drive (I forgot and baked it for 60 min. with no problem). '81, holds the record. He wrote to 48 Classmates If you try the recipe, please send in the Northeastern Area . . . John Potter's your comments to Corresp. Sec'y. Wayne Jen- widow, Beth, can be located at 737G Ave., Cosen '50 at 499 Skyhill Ct., Chula Vista CA 92010, ronado CA 92118 . . . Winnie and Stu Bowcock with a copy to me, Dutch! And by the way - have moved to a townhouse at: 305 Cherry why not send me your favorite bread recipe? Court, Herndon VA 22070 . . . Al Dunn of 762 (Both girls and boys.)

SUver Shadow Drive, Murray UT 84107 has reDid you notice in the April issue that '49 has cuperated from lung surgery in May ; . . Kathy 64% membership in the Alumni Association and and Ralph SteU spent a May week end in Dallas produced an April column of five lines. You, attending the Annual Convention of the Assofaithful readers of the '45 column, whose read- ciation of Naval Aviators . . . Randy Prothro's daughter, Nancy, will teach English Literature ership is a mere 58%, usually get a minimum of 1400 words or 130 lines. Can you help the Class and Creative Writing at the Naval Academy in the Fall. She holds a doctorate in English from of '45 to increase our membership in the USNA Alumni Association? I can send you a couple the University of Virginia. (Did she get her 77

ofthe American Society of Military Engineers.

He says that they are searching for a house in Oakland - very difficult since he doesn't want to be too far from his work. He says Jacque wUI come west as soon as she sells the house in McLean, which they have owned for more than 20 years.

BiU Leffingwell wrote from 18 Chatham Place, Dix HiUs NY 11746, after Art Morrow phoned him to tell him that his name was on my "missing" list in the April column. Thank you. Art. I hope others will take note and follow your Sec'y, Mr. C. W. KenneUy II lead. Bill says he has been living on Long Island 7911 Sleaford PI., Bethesda, MD 20014 ever since he resigned from the Navy in Nov. Conr. Sec'y, "Daisy" Wilhoit '53, with the exception of a two-year sojourn 1103 Santa Rufina Ct. in Washington from '68 to '70, and has been Solana Beach CA 92075 working as an engineer, program manager and 714/481-1093 marketing manager as a result of his PG training Percent Members: 60 at MIT from '47 to '49. During that time he has Pete Coope, responding to an item in the been employed by Sperry Gyroscope (14'/2 yrs), March column, says it's no big deal "but just Harris-PRD (8 yrs) and Litton Systems (4 yrs). for the record, I worked for Electric Boat for "I recendy won a contract from the US Postal eight years after retirement, but since that time Service to develop the world's fastest Laser I have been with Mystic Seaport Museum." Printer which will be used by their planned elecThat sounds interesting; I'll have to get Pete to tronic mail service system. The product is called a 'Plain Paper Printer' and can record letters at tell us more about his work there.

From Ann and Dick Hall: "We returned from the rate of 10 pages per second. Litton Systems our last extended craise in Florida and the Ba- develops many advance electronic products hamas with the philosophy 'larger boat - smaller which makes my work very interesting." 1 have house.' We left on our present cruise with the two design suggestions already. Bill - A poor larger boat, our Cabo Rico 38 named MISTY ISLE spelling adjustor and an automatic reply initiaand a contract to sell the larger house! That tor! Good luck. contract was executed in January and we became houseless in frigid weather in Maryland.

After returning to MISTY ISLE, we continued our cmise down the Intracoastal Waterway, the Atlantic and the Keys, but kept coming back to central Florida-where we believe we have found the smaUer house! Location: 105 Via Benevento. New Smyrna Beach FL 32069, 904/4277302. It's a charming house . . . located on a protected deep-water lagoon where we can keep the boat at our seawaU. We're close to Daytona and not very far from Orlando, Cape Canaveral, etc. In fact, we watched the Columbia launch from our boat anchored just off the launch site.

It was spectacular!" Dick says they are looking forward to seeing old friends and have already had a visit from Harriet and Curt CordeU. Both The Nelson McDermotts are 'deep' into antiques and dogs (showing and judging).

Nelson McDermott has moved into a new Nancy Hutcheson is a girl after my own heart. house at 38 Pilgrim Dr., Bedford NH 03102. "1 After I wrote to Bill Hutcheson in March re- retired as president and CEO of Hitchiner Mfg. questing information, Nancy took the matter Co. on 1 January 1980 and started my own maninto her own hands - "I knew you wouldn't agement consulting company. New England write to 'Daisy,' so here it is all ready to sign!" Consulting Group, specializing in corporate turn WeU Done, Nancy! BiU has been an architect arounds. Business is very good and 1 am work with Pflueger Architects in San Francisco for ing much harder than before 1 retired (which 1 over 33 years and says during the last 10-15 wiU have to correct)." years most of the projects he has been involved 1 wrote to Joe Meyer recently requesting with as project architect or project manager news, other than the fact that the 9th Co. 35th were hospital facilities - Ft. Ord, Letterman, party was held in their condo at 309 Yoakum NAS Lemoore, and the new Walter Reed Gen- Parkway, Apt. 201, Alexandria VA 22304. Joe eral Hospital in Washington (DC), which re- reminded me that they had lived in Los Angeles ceived a design award from DOD in April. Also, for some 25 years before moving to the Washthe California Farm Bureau headquarters in ington area in '72 "where 1 became executive Sacramento won an Owens-Corning Energy vice president of Unified Industries, Inc. in Award for commercial buildings in 1979. At Springfield, Virginia." Joe also responded to my least BiU is one who isn't wondering whether appeal for the Class Fund in the March column or not there is going to be a land based MX and enclosed a check which he said represented missile. He's the project architect on the missUe a 100% penalty for late payment. 1 promptly headquarters building. Current address for forwarded it to Wils Engel.

Nancy and Bill is 772 Chenery St., San FranDave Munns has moved to 47 Sandpiper cisco CA 94131; 415/334-8013, a house they pur- Strand, Coronado CA 92118, and says that the chased in Aug. '80 and "have been in the middle law firm where he is employed has changed their of some stractural and decorative remodelling name to Augustine & Rhodes. Same location; since that time." same phone numbers! Dave is president ofthe Talked to Don Iselin on the phone briefly last San Diego/Coronado Chapter of the Alumni week when he was in San Diego for a meeting Association.

smarts in English from her old man? . . ) . . .

Our 37th Homecoming is scheduled for 23-25 October at Annapolis. The dope should be in the Jul/Aug news letter from the Association of the Class of 1945, but if you hope to get one of the 30 Class of '45 rooms at the Hilton, you'd better caU them right now!

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Ed Olson, who has been in the steel business at Bethlehem Steel since '47 at Spartows Point, Bahimore, has recently been appointed general manager of the Steelton, Pennsylvania, plant, near Harrisburg. His address is 8 HoUy Drive, Timber Ridge, New Cumberiand PA 17070. "I spent the two years from '45-'47 in the Orient aboard CALIFORNIA (BB-44), then the fleet tug COCAPA (ATF-98), then resigned and took a reserve commission. In 1951 I was recalled to the fleet tug ARIKARI ( A T F - 1 0 1 ) and went immediately to Korea and after serving seven months in Japan was transferred PATAPSCO ( A O G - 1 ) on

the day of sailing and spent seven more months in Japan. Needless to say, I resigned my reserve commission. . . . 1 enjoy being the plant manager very much!" Ed says he hkes the water and especially the Chesapeake Bay area and plans to return there one day.

Bob Park wrote recently from 3752 Plumb St., Houston TX 77005, to bring me up-to-date on his activities since the column last mentioned him in Dec. '75. He works for Texas Eastern Transmission Corp. "Have been very busy traveling as petroleum coordinator for our engineering department and spent lots of time in Iran between '75 and '78. Our activities also included the PRC and I had a long trip there a year ago inspecting their pipelines and coal mining areas. We had two delegations in this country for which I was the host - much fun."

Donald F. Pillen When I noted Don Pillen's overseas address in the '81 Register of Alumni and also noted that I had not "covered" him in my column since 4/54 I wrote to him for information. Before he could reply 1 received a Honeywell press release announcing a new appointment for him. His reply arrived several weeks later. "When your letter arrived we were in the throes of leaving Europe to return to the USA. This process of disengagement is much more demanding than people realize if their only movement is between states or as a visitor to Europe. Consequendy, our time was consumed by packers, movers, exit permits, garbage clearances, etc., etc. I have worked for Honeywell for 31 years with most recent positions being marketing director ofthe residential division and then national sales manager, and then off to Europe as the director of marketing of the European, Middle East, Mediterranean Coast and African areas. Now I have returned as director, marketing and administration for control systems worldwide.

Without a doubt our most interesting assignment was in Europe, located at headquarters in Brussels. We traveled the length and breadth of several countries and continents. The people, problems and solutions were interesting, challenging and refreshing. As far as personal life is concerned, my wife Joan and 1 have three sons, two daughters, four grandsons and one granddaughter. And believe me, there is nothing Shipmate, July-August 1981

I want to go back and do over again - and I do not want to be twenty again! 1 like my life just the way it has been lived and is." And I'm sure that includes being recalled for two years in minesweepers during Korea, eh Don? Parker Smith brings me up to date from 11 Fleetwood Dr., Ladue MO 63124. He is now a senior vice president ofThe Boatmen's National Bank of St. Louis in charge of their national division. "I handle our account relationships with the major corporations around the country and supervise the officers who call on these accounts and solicit new business. This is a lot of fun and enables me to travel around the country on a regular basis." The last of their three children has just graduated from college and are all in varied careers. Parker, Jr. is the product manager for the new Purina 100 cat food; Susan teaches first grade in St. Louis and Catherine is interested in retailing. "Harriet is now in the travel business and enjoying it immensely. Last Summer with another couple, we took a wonderful craise to Southeast Alaska out of Vancouver in S.S. PRINSENDAM. YOU probably will recall that the PRINSENDAM suffered the ultimate early last Fall when she sank in the Gulf of Alaska. 1 hope our presence aboard her earlier in the Summer did not contribute to her problem. I have been invited to attend the Current Strategy Forum at the Naval War College in Newport commencing April 6, 1981. This will be my first real association with the Navy in many years and 1 am looking forward to it very much. All good things come in pairs. Your letter was followed the next day by a telephone call from K. T. Swanson who was passing through the St. Louis airport. K. T. is now hving in Los Altos, Califomia. I expect to be out that way in another month or so and hope to have dinner with him. 1 try to see Betty and Wes Schmidt in Washington at least once a year and keep up with their wonderful family. Three years ago when Harriet and I were in Hawaii, we visited Wes. Jr. on his destroyer at Pearl and had a first-hand view of how much naval hardware has changed."

Was surprised to see a new address for Jack Sutherland in the "81 Register of Alumni - 20 Huntington Court, Sumter SC 29150, and in his reply to my letter he said that he retired on 1 Jan. "80 after some 24 years with Boeing and selected Sumter because of the location, cost of living and the beautiful wide selection of reasonable homes. "We have a large house with acreage and my priorities are: (1) gardening (2) golf and (3) fishing. I do a little consulting now and then, but don't let it interfere with the aforementioned priorities." 1 also inquired about his naval reserve affiliation and he said: "1 spent a couple of years with the submarine division in Tacoma with Aldo Benedetti '46 and Stan King '45. Also a few years with a naval research unit in Seatde and retired in "71 (CDR) after 3 years as CO of the MSTS Unit in Cape Canaveral, Florida."

I dropped a note to Dick Tinney to find out what he is doing and he informs me that this is his tenth year as a professor of business management at the Virginia Beach campus of Tidewater Community College and says he has enjoyed every one of them. "It has been a satisfying experience. 1 expect to remain here until I retire for good. 1 am pretty much my own boss, with more than enough free time to do what 1 want." Midge and Dick live at 1213-Wickford Landing, Virginia Beach VA 23464.

John Viele also responded to my recent inquiry regarding his activities, writing from #10 Fourth Ave., Cudjoe Gardens, Summeriand Shipmate, July-August 1981

Key FL 33042. "Pam and I are enjoying life in the Keys while 1 continue to work for Stanwick Corp. on a part-time basis doing maritime studies and technical writing projects."

I relaxed my guard just long enough to be elected First Vice President of the San Diego Council of the Navy League. I'm beginning to believe that volunteering is incurable! "Daisy."

trip to Europe. Barbara, our youngest, is coming to stay on the farm and take care of the animals. We hope to come to Homecoming, 23-25 October."

47 Secy, Cdr. H. G. Heininger, Jr. USN (Ret.) 4554 Lawnvale Dr., Gainesville VA 22065 Percent Members: 67 The '47 STEW The Washington-Annapolis area Classmates, wives, and friends, along with a few who join us from outside of the area, continue to celebrate our 35th year anniversary. Our 17th consecutive annual "Spring Fling" on 29 April at Annapolis was a great success. Miki and Bob Stone and Bess and Doc Jex drove up from Virginia Beach. Altogether some 100 of us enjoyed our cocktails and luncheon at the " O " Club, shopping at the Mid'n Store, and watching the final Brigade Parade of the Spring. Five of the eight USNA graduates that became astronauts in the nation's space program were honored guests. This reminds me to write that Wes McDonald, our "Bull Naval Aviator," attended the launch of the first space shuttle. He is stUI trying to figure out how to trap one on a carrier deck. During the return flight to Washington on a chartered Eastern L-IOll, Wes went into the cockpit and took over the controls. Commercial aviation has not been the same since. Jack Williams, OP-02, said that he dragged Wes, OP-05,

Ralph Carnahan, Wes McDonald, Jack Williams, Jack Finneran—the May luncheon to the May monthly luncheon at Blackies, which now has a good-sized Marriott Hotel enclosing it. Some of our "callers" were out of town, so we only had about 15 attend, but what we lacked in quantity, we made up for in quality.

We will continue our celebration on 12 July at our 1981 Annual Picnic at Louise and Chuck Slonim's lovely home in Manassas. Shipmate was going to try to make a last minute entry in my June column so those from outside the Washington-Annapolis area would have a chance to join us Manassas area folks. This reminds me to tell you that before now I have never been particularly proud of our GainesvUle, Virginia, postal address. The town of Gainesville is a rather ugly looking collection of gasoline stations, a small postoffice, and a few other buildings—all overshadowed by Atlas Machine and Iron Works. But. a horse named Pleasant Valley, born and raised at Buckland Farms, changed all that when he won the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness. Buckland Farms is really a beautiful place, located just off U.S. routes 29 and 21! and very close to the Army's Vint Hill Station.

Nancy and Grant Apthorp sent a short note.

"Grant has been busy getting the yard and garden in shape before we leave for our two-week

The Davelles, Rafterys and Olivers

The adjacent photo was taken in April at Pat and Jack Raftery's home in Las Vegas, Nevada.

From left to right and top to bottom are: Ronnie and Jack Pavelle, Pat and Jack Raftery, and Betty and Bruce Oliver. Jack writes, "This was our initial contact with the Olivers since they spend much of their time in Carmel, Califomia.

Bruce is currently retired from business and is concentrating on retrofitting their Cahfomia home and lowering his golf handicap. A week later, the Olivers hosted the same group at their home on the 13th green of the Las Vegas Country Club, where we all greeted Barbara and Bob Marmet, in from Washington (DC) for the National Ass'n of Broadcasters Convention.

Again, we aU had a great time reminiscing.

Brace has started to organize a June Week West reunion of as many Classmates that can be persuaded to spend the last weekend in June at Monterey. Earlier this year, Pat and 1 enjoyed the gracious hospitality of Betty and Don Skinner at their Palos Verdes, California, home. We spent two nights and updated each other on family activities. 1 am still working for a support contractor at the Department of Energy's Nevada Test Site. Pat and I are just trying to keep up with the needs of our ever growing family (four children stUI Uving at home, either attending school or working; five are martied—three grandchildren, so far). We hope to join the '47 contingent at the 35th reunion at Annapolis this October. With best wishes. Jack Raftery, First Company."

The May question of the month was "Who was the midshipman in the exceptionally brilliant mood in the cartoon drawn by Bob Schwartz?" It was Wilt Sanders. Virginia, Wilt, and their daughter Susan were in town for the closing on the sale of their home here. Now for the question of this month. At a recent '47 Wives Bridge party at Clare and Bob Gowers' home when the husbands were invited, someone asked about "Harry Englecke's Victory Garden." Does anyone know anything about it?

Betty Gay, Bill's wife, will graduate from the Naval War College on 24 June, having attended an extension school here in the Washington area for some three years. She is presently director.

Combat Systems Engineering Division, Naval Surface Weapons Center at White Oaks, Maryland.

Until next time, " '47, Best on the Severn," Bo. See you at our 35th!

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48 Sec'y, Cdr. Sumner K. Moore, USN (Ret.) 308 Mansion Dr., Alexandria, VA 22302 Percent Members: 61 Those of you who do not live in the Washington area must know that Springtime here is delightful and the whole area is lovely. It doesn't usuaUy last very long, but it is nice. Of course, when you read this, many of you will be individually sweltering in your own private Summer wherever you are!

This has been a pretty Spring, and not long ago I ran into Rube Prichard's own Jeanie in the Ft. McNair commissary, victualling the Prichard family while the old man partook of his favorite pastime, sail-planing out near Manassas. In fact, he helps feed his hobby by instracting in the sport. Well, Jeanie promised some dope, and she did it well: "Rube left NASA last Fall and went to DOE in Germantown as chief, safety analysis branch. Once Reagan's axe gets around to DOE we'll know if this was a smart move. He is a member of the Warrenton Soaring Club and instructs and flies tow planes every other Saturday. The 'every other' is a concession jointly agreed upon last year in the interest of peace and harmony at home.

"Our eldest, Paige, and husband, Charles Kennedy, left our area in the Spring of '77 with their joint savings of seven years and aU their worldy possessions to become landed immigrants in Nova Scotia. When they were married in '70, they, with two other couples, all U. of Maryland classmates, bought 260 acres of land near Scotsbum. When we went up in '72, and fought our way through virgin timber and shoulder-high underbrash to the spot our kids had chosen for their house, we declared their venture ill-begotten, impossible, and yes, insane.

They cleared the land on summer vacations, chopped trees and sawed lumber which was dry and ready by 1977. The house went up in a wicked winterâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all by hand, there being no electricity. We visited again in '79, and got involved in digging the ditch, laying the pipe from the weU to the houseâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but we carried every drop of water we used two miles and had no electricity. The organically grown vegetables were cooked on a woodbuming stove and Paige baked the bread. That was not the most restful vacation we've had! Now, three years later, each couple has a home, the Province has built a main road into their homes, and they have electricity and ranning water (no indoor plumbing). Charles has built a cozy guest cottage and a shop for his tools. He works in construction in the Summer and for the Government in silvaculture in the winter (thinning trees, replanting, trying to bring back the Nova Scotia timber production). Paige pursues her art work while growing and preserving all their food and teaching, and now, caring for a sweet little Cannuck, Augusta Logan, age 2. Paige uses 'Prichard' professionally, and her crafts are for sale in several galleries in Truro, Tatamagouche, and in Halifax. This Summer she is exhibiting in an art show at Dalhousie University in Halifax., "Polly graduated from the U. of Md. and spent several years at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in the botany department.

Tiring of prestige in lieu of a good salary, she joined the Department of Agriculture in New Branswick, New Jersey (Rutgers U.) as a plant pathologist. She sorts, examines, tests by ger80

minating, any seed which enters the USA though the Port of New York. She lives in Cranbury in a deUghtfully restored old house.

"Reuben 111 graduated from U. of Virginia in aero engineering via a four-year NROTC scholarship. He elected to join the nuclear power submarine program. He's now a lieutenant assigned to VON STEUBEN, which is in the yard at Newport News. He will probably leave the Navy next Summer.

"PrisciUa went to Mary Washington College for two years, and transferred to Medical College of Va. in Richmond for nurse's training.

She has one more year to go. She has worked Summers and vacations at Vinson Hall for four years, but this Summer, whe will be at Sibley Hospital. She just may join the Air Force. Apparently, the Navy does not have a shortage of nurses, while the AF is recruiting actively.

"Richard is a freshman at VPI and will retum there next year, somewhat reluctantly. He thought we couldn't get along without him, and that's close to the trath, he being a good fix-it, yard, and pool man. So, there you have it. Life is good, with the family nearly raised, the end of the straggle to educate all in sight, and in good health."

There was a class luncheon on May 12, at our usual digs. The folks at Sea Catch still look and sound like O'Donnell's to us. We mustered, in addition to your Scribe, Paul Martenson, Bill Arnold, Dick Adams, Bob Mercer, Frank Knock, Walt Grechanik, Grace and Jack Bell, Rosalie and Bob Doxey, and Shirley and Dave Cammack. The Cammacks cajne over from Baltimore, where Dave has a part-time parish and does some teaching. Dave is a member of the World Federalists Association, Baltimore Chapter, and was involved in a two-day conference at the Marvin Center at GWU. The theme was "A Dialogue on the Search for Global Security," and included speakers, Elmo Zumwalt, Paul Warnke, Adam Yarmolinski, Harrison Salisbury, and a number of other no tables.

Terry Ross dropped a note recently with a bit of news and some detail on the death of Dean DeWitt. "1 had a delightful evening, including dinner, with Arden and Ben Pester in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, a few weeks ago. My trip was by courtesy of Lockheed, which sent me to Cherry Hill, New Jersey, for a two-week course in RCA PRICE parametric cost analysis.

This fits in well with my job as 'Mr. Design-toCost' on Lockheed Missiles & Space Co, Inc.'s Precision Location and Strike System (PLSS) Program. We are planning to take most of our family to my oldest son Brace's, graduation and commissioning at USNA." Dean DeWitt, although he had not enjoyed good health for several years, continued to work for Watkins-Johnson until very shortiy before he died. He entered the Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Hospital on March 19 for a lung tissue biopsy, but the shock ofthe surgical procedure sent him into intensive care until his death on March 31. He suffered from pulmonary fibrosis, a gradual deterioration on lung tissue, which built up over several years, but which was not finally diagnosed until his hospitalization. You will recall that Dean was a NAPS man, and met his future wife, Mary Marshall, of Baltimore, at a hop. They were married shortly after graduation. Destroyer duty lead to a tour on ComNavPhil Staff as a lieutenant in '62. Dean left the Navy after 15 years, at T.I., and joined Lockheed at Sunnyvale where he was part of a satellite tracing crew for about

nine years. He then worked as a realtor in Mountain View, California, until joining Watkins-Johnson five years ago. One of Dean's delights was his three granddaughters, children of Dean and Mary's married daughter, Mary HoU Bates. Dean's remains were interted in the military section of Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, Milpitas, California.

I have some very sad news. Liz and Dick Scott's youngest son, Timothy Powell Scott, was killed in an auto accident in Maryland on Good Friday. Tim was a plebe at the Academy, an outstanding soccer player, and an all-round young man. The Scotts returned from five years in Hawaii last Summer and resumed life in their Potomac, Maryland, home. There was a memorial service at St. Francis Episcopal Church in Potomac on April 20, and then ariother service at the Academy Chapel on April 23. The Chapel service was very moving and impressive. Four chaplains were present, the choir, the Superintendent and his wife, and a number of department heads and instructors, plus many mids. The soccer coach gave an eloquent eulogy from the pulpit, as did one of Tim's Classmates. There was an enormous amount of love, respect, and sorrow present.

The service was a strong testament of what the Academy and the Navy is all about. Tim Scott will be missed. The Scotts suggest that expressions of sympathy be in the form of contributions to the Naval Academy Foundation, Class of '48 scholarship fund.

Tom Hayward lunched with the D.C. Chapter of the USNA Alumni Association at the Ft. Myer O' Club on May 20, and gave an excellent and impressive talk to the old grads. Paul Keenan, Dick Sprince, and Gene Spalding joined your scribe to make up the local cheering section.

More sad news. A letter from Baylor Lansden, 3531 White Oak Ave, New Orleans 70114: "With a very heavy heart 1 write to tell you that my Ginny died on April 20. She was striken with cancer 4'A years ago, and in spite of all the medical knowledge that could be applied, the disease continued to spread. She is buried in Cuba, Alabama, her girlhood home, not far from here. Please announce this in your next column so that all our many friends and Classmates wiU know."

A look at the Naval Review (May) issue of the Naval Institute Proceedings reveals the following class flag officers still on active duty as of that reading; Tom Hayward, CNO: BiU SmaU, Com6th Fit; Ty Dedman, Com Iberian-Atlantic Area; Fred Baughman, Com Pacific Missile Test Center; Bob McClinton, ComNavBase Charieston; Bruce Keener, Com Military Sea Lift; Ed Welch, President, Naval War College; Ken Shugart, Chief Naval Education and Training; Bob Conolly, Director, Inter American Defense College; Chris Christoph, COS Joint Deployment Agency; Tom Allshouse, CO Navy Ships Parts Control Center. Since Phil Shutler retired, we've no more Marines.

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Sec'y, Mr. T. P. Riegert 5901 Bing Ct., Alexandria VA 22310 Percent Members: 65

At the window dedication Last month we mentioned the stained glass window donated by the Kilcline family and friends to the Naval Academy. Now a picture of the presentation showing Tom Kilcline and wife DoraeU; daughters Lt. Georgene Kilcline NC USN and Mrs. Mary Novak; and son, Lt. Thomas J. Kilcline Jr. USN'73. The dedication ceremony was in memory of Lt. (jg) Patrick Kilcline USN '75, late husband of Georgene, who was lost at sea on 10 July 1978.

50 Sec'y, Cdr. Roy W. Highberg USN (Ret.) 6911 Southridge Dr.. McLean VA 22101 Corr. Sec'y. Capt. W. L. Jensen USN (Ret.) 499 SkyhUl Ct.. Chula Vista CA 92010 Commercial: 714/421-6756 Percent Members: 63 The 'Bawlimer' Sun calls her "The GimbaUng Gourmet," a take off on the now famous. "Gal loping Gourmet"" tide, but we all know her as Marcia Grosvenor, the widow of our late Classmate Alexander G. B. She has had her title since March of 1975 when Alex took over the Naval Academy Sailing Squadron. Marcia realized early-on that if she wanted to see him during the sailing season, she had better become part of the program. She began by easing the midshipmen cooks' burdens by devising standard numbered meals, which are prepared by the midshipmen's mess for use during the overnight training craises. As might be expected with six years of experience in provisioning, searching out good recipes and preparing menus for the yachts, she is in demand as crew for long-distance cmising. Two years ago, she helped move a Dufour41 from Annapolis to St. Thomas, and last year she ere wed aboard the same boat, cooking and standing watch, on a 4,500 mile voyage from St. Thomas through the Panama Canal to San Diego. In the future, Marcia admits there may be a book. And so goes the active life of a Class of '50 widow.

A very short time ago we reported in this column that Chuck Orem had been elected president and chief operating officer of Bird-Johnson Co., one of the world's leading manufacturers of marine propellers. Well, like the shuttle Columbia, his rise has been astronomical, and on the 28th of April the chairman of the board announced that he had been named chairman and chief executive officer of Bird-Johnson. 1 guess Chuck must have paid attention during some of those marine engineering "P-Works."

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It had been announced that special recognition would be given in this column to the generous, public-spirited, forward-looking, grateful and magnanimous Classmate who managed to put the Class over-the-top in our quest to supply the Academy with our full $30,000 quota for our 30th anniversary gift. As of 0530 on 8 May 1981 we reached and surpassed our gallant goal by counting $30,031. Dorothy Jensen wants to apologize to Al Drew, because when the telephone rang at that early hour, her first comment was, "Who was that? Al Drew." In truth, it was Dick Powell with the good news, and who also pronounced that the gift was from an anonymous doner.

Our Country Square, PhU Ryan, checks in from Annapolis to remind that he has been named the Chairman for the 31st reunion which wiU culminate with appropriate festivities on Saturday, the 24th of October 1981. Willie Kiehl and Law Kivlen had been over to Annapolis going over desired arrangements with Phil; they reflected the groundswell that has been growing over the years, and that it that now we are over the thirty-year hump we had best get back to basics and have our annual banquet in Crabtown and forget about the convenience aspect of gravitating to Washington DC. Accordingly, on Saturday, the 24th of October, after the Navy-William and Mary football game the Class of '50 dinner-dance will be held at Busch's Chesapeake Inn in Annapolis. All should plan along that line, and Phil will supply added information as plans are firmed. If you don't receive a flier on Homecoming events by mid-September, contact Phil Ryan at 874 Holly Drive, Annapohs MD 21401. Phil very graciously represented the Class at the Annual Alumni meeting held on the 21st of May in Annapolis. The Ryan phone number is 301/757-3254. Other news from Annapohs had Grover Rees passing through town from Lafayette, Louisiana (son going through Navy flight training). Bud Congdon visited on his way to WiUiamsburg and representing General Electric, Don Fraasa in good health and active, Elanore and Tom Noble in Annapolis for an annual TROA meeting, and John Brick announcing that son, Johnathan, was married in Delaware in April.

Trae to form, and using up some ofthe funds John took infiUingout income tax retums, Benita and J. B. FarreU report from Pago Pago, American Samoa, and a week later from Aggie Grey's Hotel in Westem Samoa. Benita had always desired to see Pago Pago where her grandfather was the first govemor. Benita Farrell, nee Tilley, is the granddaughter of RAdm. Tilley who, under the direction of Congress, raised the American flag and formulated the laws and procedures that are still in force today.

And so Benita wanted to get out there and enforce some of those laws. They had a grand time and while on the hill at Govemment House they saw a fine looking sloop in the harbor. On looking closer, they met Mrs. Maurice Baldwin whose husband is Class of '40. Their boat, the ENSALLA (48 ft.) has been saUing the Southem Seas for two years. J. B. and Benita hoped to get to San Diego in August after a gathering of former SigoneUa sailors in Seattle. John again reassures that space " A " is still available all the way to Australia.

A couple of years ago we reported that Lt. Lartey Arnold Owens USCG had made his claim to Miss Debra Ann Neander. Well, a lot of time has passed and the Coast Guard has persisted as the good lieutenant took Debra as his bride on the 20th of June at Pt. Loma Presbyterian Church in San Diego. June and Stan

Neander (with the approval of Debra and Carrey) held the reception at the Admiral Kidd Club on Harbor Drive. It was a beautiful affair, and I am happy to report that the Admiral Kidd club is still the "Class" of the Officers clubs in the San Diego area.

We were very pleased to have a visit from George Bottom down in Chula Vista during May. He gets down to Tijuana from the Bay area at irregular intervals for a week of treatment and medical care at the Playas clinic. I am happy to report that George looks very good and enjoys life to the fullest. Wanda, at George's insistence, had stayed up at Pajara Dunes where the Bottoms have a beach cottage near Watsonville, Califomia. Plans were for the Joe Schettinoes to spend a few days at Pajara when they came over for June Week West from Buckeye, Arizona.

Dorothy and your C. S. also managed to wrangle an invitation and then had to decline because Wayne found he had to go to school on that Saturday and write a final exam. All will remember the fantastic swimming records that the Bottom boys established over the years and they were, naturally, a product ofthe USC swim factory. Joe and Mike acknowledge their really competitive days are over, but now along comes David, and so the swim coach at USC figures he is as good as signed—so what does David do—he opts for Stanford. George says the controversy keeps him thinking young.

At various social events we ran into Fish Whaley, who is enjoying retirement and works in his garden and plays golf whenever he wants.

He wanted to know what Shipmate was, and so we told him and suitably chastised him. BiU Grimm looks great and has fully recovered from his ulcer operation of a year ago.

On the 14th of May, Charlie Cooper was relieved at MCRD and the Class was well represented at the Change of Command. The Commandant's Quarters were lovely and from '50 were: Dick Prescott, Joe Howard, Hal Vincent (recendy retired and hving near El Toro), Lee Baggett, Murray Kaplan (a grandfather again), Rufo Hunter (says he is going to have to go back to work in order to pay his income taxes), and your C. S. Charlie reports that Headquarters USMC did pretty well by him this time and he doesn't have to be in North Carolina untU 18 June. He and Carol were anticipating an enjoyable trip across country. Charlie recalled an earlier cross-country trip as a Marine captain and during a previous Lebanon crisis when he sent a telegram to Headquarters each evening to advise of his whereabouts. He insists that those telegrams are in his service jacket to this date.

MGen. Lowell English was at the ceremony—he had been the Commandant MCRD 1967-1969, and 1 commented to him about the fact that he had been a lieutenant colonel in the Executive Department USNA when we were plebes. He said he remembered it well. 1 added that he hadn't punched all the slots on my little brown card that signified that I was qualified in the manual of arms and he retorted in true Marine fashion, "Then you probably weren't qualified to graduate."

Phyl Howard remarked that we all should feel really privileged to be able to attend such a reception at the Commandant's Quarters—as indeed we were. Phyl had recently retumed from Greece where she had been on business in connection with her travel business. She had stopped smoking and finds that she now goes home from parties eariier, and wanted to know if there was any connection between the two.

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also there, but didn't get the chance to talk to him.

Dutch Shuiz '45 writes to say that Frank Roth's bread recipe that we published a few months back was traly fabulous and an all-time hh with the ShuIz famUy. It was good to hear the comment because it confirms the fact that we are traly highly selective when we take the space to publish a recipe. Dutch republished Frank's recipe in the Class of '45 May column.

51 Sec'y, Cdr. Bruce I. Meader, USN (Ret.) 5609 South 5th St., Ariington, VA 22204 Percent Members: 60 The 30th Reunion Cruise was a smashing sue cess. Some ofthe enthusiasm ofthe participants is in evidence in the following Kiplinger-style report by Jack HamUton and Tom Boyce, to whom I am indebted for the write-up and to whom all literary credit belongs.

Thirtieth reunion cruise . . . , sixty-seven Classmates and wives, plus Julia, Patricia and Sarah, lovely daughters of Pat and BiU A. Smith of Raleigh. . . eighteen including Tuzos, Wards, and Yeagers gathered at Washington National with a bloody mary sendoff. Eight more from BWI, the rest scattered all over the land . . . a rendezvous at the Terminal on Dodge Island, Port of Miami . . . walked into a throng of 1,200 passengers and guests . . . held up due to wildcat strike of some crewmen . . . a tedious wait, but camaraderie overcame all . . . the ship sailed! Glenn Brewer loaded down with camera case, a familiar sight . . . . Jeannie carrying the luggage! Betty and Ed Clausner from Fort Lauderdale, and Helen and Reg Rowley from Stuart, came already well tanned, . . . good start with a cocktail part in the Tradewinds Lounge courtesy of our travel agent. . . "rum goodies" and snacks on the Lido deck with music and pool, to hold us until dinner. All of '51 in second seating, . . . much table swapping . . . and on came the calories! Choice of eight meals a day and good wines. Finally sailed a little after midnight, with Gene Doering winning the "up anchor" pool at 12:12 . . . itinerary changed to make Nassau the last stop, so headed straight

for San Juan . . . Captain's party made for dressing up . . . dinner whh the Captain for Boyces, Butts and Hamilton . . . champagne for the class a la cruise agent. Shiriey and Bill Duncan, and Nancy and Tom Stuart represented the "Corps."

Activities galore . . . several tables of bridge outside the open doors ofthe casino . . .dummy plays slots and hits a jackpot on occasion . . . action at the green tables too . . . Lowell Stockdale, Terry Smith, Tony Bartuska (Doris on her own!) Pat Stockdale, Sam Latimer (Gay watching warily!) . . . big slots folks June Doering, Eileen Gambke, Pat Smith and daughters . . .

Suzanne Hamilton . . . lots of jackpots^ust enough to keep from going to the poor house . . . Esther and Art Ward big bingo winners.

Midnight snacks on Promenade Deck . . . lots of action on the sun decks . . . Jean and George Yeager in charge of lifeboat drills . . . some bloodshot eyes from, among other things, viewing the curvaceous scenery . . . some burned early, some never burned . . . a few athletes visited the gym when the calories started to mount . . . Tom Boyce and BUI Boakes intent on keeping fit! Sumptuous food . . . never-ending things to do . . . and lots to buy . . . poker sessions a la John Gilchrist (with Mary as treasurer), and Tom Stuart, Lowell Stockdale, John Tillson, Ben Benjovsky, Tony Bartuska, and Glen Brewer wheeling and dealing.

San Juan . . . the group scatters like grape shot for tours . . . Billie and Paul Tuzo walk to Morro Castle . . . Roger Lewis keeps us all rolling with his puns . . . heavy buying, but some save for St. Thomas . . . collapse aboard in late afternoon, then ashore to the Navy guest house area, where Val and Pete Cullins host a gala cocktail party . . . casual, gay, and great food.

More night clubbing for some, but for most it's back to the ship . . . Marilyn Johns introduces a small group in the Carnival Lounge to the balloon game . . . soon the groups expands to for^y strong batting balloons around . . . Pat and Bill Boakes gave it their all . . . Three hours later, back to the Lido deckâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;underway, past Morro, more food and drink, and altogether too late for bed.

Next, it's St. Thomas. Again, tours in all directions . . ; and Terry and Bill M. Smith, Presh and John Tillson, Bev and Joe Bray, Jeanne and

Glenn Brewer, Jack Hamilton and others on a bus-boat-bus trip to Trank Bay on St. John's Island for snorkeling and swimming . . . Lynne and Roger Lewis and Suzanne Hamilton to the Lemon Tree for swimming et al - Fred Gambke and George Yeager go scuba diving . . . Eileen Gambke in the glass-bottomed boat . . . everyone shopping too. Tom and Nancy Stuart with a barrel of crystal . . . Tom and Barbara Boyce meet Pat and Bill (Toughy) Thomas (they were on a sailing craise out of the British Virgin Islands with another group). . . the familiar liquor cases are heading for the ship. Finally, gathering on the fantail, departing these romantic shores . . . Carol keeps Bob Larson walking . . . Carl Buzzell and Joanne lead the "Beat Army" cheers . . . and Birgitta with Harry Cooper in tow, always smiling.

Cocktail parties on the fantail . . . dress up nights . . . New Year's Eve trinkets at final dinner . . . masquerade contest with Marilyn and Woody Johns as San Diego Padres, and Presh and John Tillison as San Diego Chargers, . . .

Ben and Babs celebrate 25th Anniversary . . .

Lew Powell shaved his beard the first day to get a tan . . . on Baz's orders? Woody Johns, Bob Adler and Jack Bowen didn't. Marilyn, Elsie and Flo like 'em as they are! Speed run to Nassau for five-hour stop . . . enough to buy English woolens . . . Joy and John Butts found a little umbrella-tabled patio cafe . . . final fantail cocktail party on the way out of Nassau Harbor . . . final night of shows, gambling, bridge, slots, casual lounge get-togethers . . . and, as always, so late to bed . . . Nassau police so kind they refuse to give Benjovsky a ticket for parking his weelchair in a "No Parking" zone! The group stands and sings "Navy Blue and Gold" at the last dinner . . . being in a group was much of the fun . . . could have been on a desert isle! . . . the seeds of future trips are planted in one and all . . . and with that in mind, everyone dashed ashore next morning to the friendly Customs people, a sea of luggage, and buses, cabs, rental cars and what-have-you . . . some to catch another day of sunshine in Florida before returning home, others enroute to Disney World . . . and a tuckered group it was . . . and for those who think your Board of Directors is doping off, let it be known that the six of us who went had a Board meeting in the Carnival

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Lounge, along with Doering, Gambe and Benjovsky.

Don't miss the next one . . . more about it and others at the Reunion . . . be there . . . close to 400 signed up so far . . . you just can't beat a group of '51ers getting together anywhere, anytime!

We are all proud of Bill Lawrence, who leaves the Academy about the time this column appears to command the Third Fleet. Bill, in tum, has to be very proud of daughter Wendy who graduated from USNA in May, twelfth in her Class. Congratulations to both!

Have you signed up for the Reunion yet? It's September 19th and the game is Navy vs. Eastera Kentucky. How about the elevator fund.

Operation Access? Just to make it easy, send your check for $100 (or more or what you can) to either your Secretary or the Alumni Association, payable to the latter and marked "Class of 1951 Fund."

52 Sec'y, Capt. WiUiam E. Roberts USN 4301 Gifford Pinchot Dr. Annandale VA 22003 Percent Members: 57 In closing out my two years as Class Secretary and my last column, 1 would like to thank the many Classmates that have helped me with their periodic inputs of news and happenings throughout the Class. It has been both interesting and rewarding. Under the leadership of Ron Hattin, class president, there have been a number of activities undertaken, worked on by the officers of the executive committee and other wUling Classmates, and reported in the column. I solicit your help and support to my successor, Todd Blades who will be putting the September column together by the 10th of July (that's when it has to be mailed in to the Alumni House).

At the cmnual business meeting on the 8th of May a new slate of officers for the Class of '52 executive committee was submitted by a nominating committee (Pete Roane, chairman, Dave Altwegg, Toxey Califf, Fox Johnson and Jim Nunneley) and approved by the class members present. The members for the 1981-1982 year include: Gamett BaUey—executive vice president; administrative vice president—BUI Studabaker; secretary—Todd Blades; treasurer—Bisquet Wev; members of the executive committee—Harry Bixby, Scott Gray and Bob Jacob. Ron expressed his thanks and appreciation to the outgoing officers (John Harren. Box Bowser, and me) for their help and loyalty during their years of service.

Forthose who didn't read the June issue of the Institute Proceedings, be sure and do so.

Wayne Hughes received a First Honorable Mention Award in the 1981 General Prize Essay Contest for his article titied "Missile Class: A Parable" - Congratulations, Wayne.

On Saturday, 25 April, a dedication ceremony took place at the Academy at which the varsity baseball locker facilities were named in honor of George Vahsen. The following message was sent to Bo Coppedge: "The Naval Academy Class of 1952 is extremely pleased with the USNA Athletic Association's decision to name the varshy baseball locker facilities in honor of our deceased Classmate, Capt. George Martin Vahsen USN. George was a superior dedicated Naval Officer. He was a devoted family man.

Shipmate, July-August 1981

He loved the Naval Academy, the Midshipmen and Naval Academy Athletics. He was an inspiration to all who knew him. He has truly eamed this honor. The Naval Academy Class of 1952 is proud that he was our Classmate."

Some late news entries from the 21 May class luncheon and other sources: BiU Rowden will get his third star and will be COMSIXTHFLT by this reading. Congratulations, Bill; and Sally, standby for visitors if you dare send your address. Also, Jim Brickie will don his third star and head down to Tampa, Florida, for a deputy position. Watching Bill perform on the 21st, surrounded by an overwhelming majority of Navy and Marine officers, his success is guaranteed.

Ace Lyons and Demp Jackson should have been present to defend themselves—rumor has it that Ace is retuming to his crib-somewhere in the OPNAV 06 group. Received an accouncement—Judy and Ken Loposer's daughter, Dinah Lee, to be married in June.

In closing, I would like to apologize for late or no responses to your letters or notes or items included or worded in such a manner that might have offended anyone. Just a reminder—the article must be submitted by the 10th of the month, two months preceding issue publication (e.g., 10 July for the September issue) so timing is important. Please get your news items in early.

53 Sec'y, Mr. C. E. Mumford, GRI 1303 Towlston Rd., Vienna VA 22180 703/759-3115 Percent Members: 62 Washington Area Thirty-three Classmates assembled at the monthly class luncheon at the Ft. McNair Officers' Club on 6 May 1981, the first Tuesday of the month. Pete Carr was up from Norfolk and reported that he had seen Frank Scolpino recently. As rumor had it, Ted Fellows is retiring in the Fall and will attend George Washington University Law School. Brad Mooney is slated to be the new Navy Oceanographer. Will Albers, son of BiU Albers, won the Inaugural Marathon of the D.C. Marathon after pulling away from the pack at the 12-mile mark and winning in the time of 2:27.58 for the 26.2 mile course.

At the Air University. Maxwell AFB MGen. Stu Sherman is Commandant of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) at Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio. Photo shows Stu Sherman and John Smitherman during a visit to Air University, Maxwell, AFB, Alabama.

The engagement of Ann Gary Nelms to Navy Ensign Nevin Palmer Carr, Jr., son of Navy Captain Nevin P. Carr and Mrs. Carr of Norfolk, has been announced by her parents, Mr. and

Mrs. Simon Whitaker Nelms, of Newport News, Virginia. Miss Nelms is a graduate of Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, and Ens. Cart, a graduate of the Naval Academy, is stationed in KING.

PhU Charest reports "dues paying members of The Naval Academy Association of New York, Inc. from 1953 include: James D. Baldinger, Bion B. Bierer, Jr., Philip G. Charest, WUIiam J. Dougherty, James R. Hocking, Archie F. MacAllister, John Sokol, Anthony M. Tortora, and James B. Walker. On Friday, 8 May 1981, NAANY had its annual dinner-dance at the Officers' Club on Governors Island. The inconvenience of having to take the Coast Guard ferry in actuality added to the evening. Tony and his lovely wife were there with Betty and me.

I have been elected secretary for the coming year and Bion is the Division Officer for Division VII (1953-1959). Brian McCrane is working in downtown New York (212/486-9100) and we recently had a pleasant phone visit. Son Steve improves steadily at the VA hospital. He is now on his fourth artificial leg—each a bit more com plex than the previous one. This one uses a hydraulic knee. We expect Steve to become an out-patient from the hospital after a stay of about fourteen months. Possibly in six or so months, he will be ready to go job hunting and resume his life. The hit-run driver that was at fault is now living in South America and is expected to stay there until the statue of limitations runs out. Daughter Anne is completing her junior year at Towson State—should you ever eat at the Crab House in Annapolis (downtown) she's working there part-time as a waitress. We are still planning on joining '53 at homecoming this FaU." The following letter, in full, is from a long lost Classmate, who has regained contact; Reginald W. Butcher, Ph.D. Dean, The University of Texas, Health Science Center at Houston, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Texas Medical Center, Houston TX 77030. Dated April 8, 1981, "1 have never been one to rush into things, so 1 didn't join the Association untU the first of this year. Having taken that plunge (and finding the water rather pleasant), it seems appropriate to drop you a line and let you know that we are alive, well, and if not kicking, at least wiggling toes frequently. As you may recall, 1 opted for sock bag blue (this is a term out ofthe past) which, in retrospect, was probably not one of the better choices 1 have ever made.

After two scintillating years in Lake Charies, Louisiana (we weren't air-conditioned so celibacy was a way of life for 9 months of the year due to 95 degree temperatures and 100% humidities), the Air Force, in its infinite wisdom, must have known that we were uncomfortable in the heat. In an effort to make me more comfortable they treated me to a year on an island in the Bering Sea (St. Lawrence Island of course, the garden spot ofthe polar bear belt).

After six months on the Island, when the accumulated snow depth reached 22 feet and at least four anemometers had blown away (it took 110 Knots to do that!), a sixth sense told me that perhaps the Air Force was not the place for me. As you may recall, I had long wanted to be a gigolo. Unfortunately, the field was fairiy full in those days so 1 decided to go into medicine instead. To make a long and boring (to any one but me) story as short as possible, I spent one year at the University of Virginia, picking up the sort of medical school requirements which we didn't get at USNA. Next were six years at the Western Reserve University School of Med83

icine (now Case Western Reserve) in an M.D./ Ph.D., program for by this time I had become greatly enamored of research. After graduation, I went to Vanderbilt for six years, was then appointed Chairman of the Department of Biochemistry at a new medical school in Worchester, Massachusetts, and then after ten years moved to Texas. That occurred in mid-1979.

The area of my research is in hormones and how they act, and I'll let you make anything of that you Hke, including 'bamacled puns.'

"Although I have a lot of titles, I'm stiU able to spend the largest portion of my time in the laboratory, which is where 1 am really happiest.

You may recall that as we left one institution, I entered (with your help) another. Marriage.

Joan and I are still at it, with our 28th anniversary coming up on June 6. We have three kids, a 21-year-old boy who is studying chemistry at University of Vermont, a 19-year- old girl who's working in Massachusetts, and a 16-year-old girl who is with us in Houston. Aside from watching Army/Navy games with a zealousness that would make Jerry Falwell blush, my contact with Classmates have been restricted to a regular exchange of Xmas cards with Jerry Muench and his wife, and occasionally ranning into Classmates in strange places (e.g.. Stubby Chace in the Washington National Airport about 8 years ago), and Brad Sutter as a neighbor in NashvUle in the '60s. Now that I have taken the plunge and am a member ofthe Association, I'd like to start getting back into the swing of things and have some role, no matter how modest, in Alumni affairs. In any event, if anyone comes to Houston and has a spare five minutes, I'd be delighted to get together. Seriously, I'm quite embarrassed that it has taken me 28 years getting around to this. But then, why rash? With best regards to all. Sincerely, Bill."

I don't want to put a damper on your enthusiasm. Bill, but your one letter put you ahead of the game. If each Classmate had written one letter during the past 28 years, my mail box would contain 2.75 letters per month and this column would be full of even more good news.

It StiU amazes me that amount 30% of the Class are still in the woodwork somewhere and have not written that first letter. Many, many thanks for the update. Bill, and I look forward to possibly seeing you this Fall at Homecoming! Incidentally, the Houston Naval Academy Alumni Association meets at the Whitehall Hotel, 1700 Smith Street, on the 1st Friday ofthe month at noon.

Now is the time to start planning for the Fall.

Home football game ticket applications should be out shortly, and 1 urge those in the area to purchase the season tickets at a good savings.

Tailgating will take place, commencing about two hours before each game in the parking lot nearest the Elks Club, so plan on joining the Class before and after each and every home game. Last minute munchers are welcome. See you there!!

54 Sec'y, Cdr. R. K. Sheehan USN (Ret.) Corr. Sec'y, Capt. M. J. Stoffel USN (Ret.) 6208 Jefferson Blvd.

Frederick, MD 21701 Bus.: 703/734-6233 Home: 301/371-4166 Percent Members: 59 Me Again. After an absence of almost three years, I am happy to resume the duties of being your class secretary. I'll start off with my stan84

dard plea for news. Since our class reunion, there has been a severe dropoff in letters to the column—a trend I'd like to get reversed. I'd also like to mention that much of the news I received in my previous tour came over the telephone, and I would like to encourage this as well, either at the office or at home.

1 regret to report the death of Don Fullam in Phoenix, Arizona, last month. He suffered a heart attack while jogging. Remembered by us for his football heroics, his death was widely reported throughout the electronics industry.

The Electronic Buyer's News in a lengthy article tracing his flamboyant career described him as "a hard-hitting, hard-living executive who enjoyed the strife of corporate life and rather forced the course of events so that he could live on the more dangerous edge of any situation."

Several Classmates and wives attended the funeral: Marge and Fred Franco, Bobby and Steve Eisenhauer, Jean and Dick King and Dick Olson.

An obituary appeared in "Last CaU" in the June issue of Shipmate.

Mideast Report. An old friend, Harriet Hankins, wife of Bud Hankins, who thought she was writing to a stranger sent an interesting note: "1 thought the enclosed article and picture (about John Fahey, see below) Class of '54 was certainly worth noting in Shipmate. Here is someone who has truly sought and found happiness for his retirement years. We are aU full of joy for him and his new work. Bud was John's roommate for four years at USNA, both having attended Loyola High School in Los Angeles.

Bud finds his job as senior U.S. Naval Advisor to Turkey so enjoyable and rewarding that letter writing does not stand a chance.

"We all enjoy Turkey and once again say 'This is the frosting on the cake' to Bud's career in the Navy. We are looking forward to our trip to Annapolis for 'June Week in May' to see our oldest son graduate with a degree in naval architecture. Needless to say, we are proud parents (of all five children)."

Never Too Old. Harriet's enclosure was a clipping from The Tidings of Los Angeles in which John is quoted as saying: "At the age of 45 I joined the ranks of those who suddenly realize that half their life is gone. I had been a reasonably happy person, content in my bachelor life as a teacher and coach, but somehow I couldn't picture myself in that same role ten or fifteen years hence. Something was missing. For the next three years I continued to teach, but I was being led gradually to the conviction that my future lay elsewhere and that its starting place would be a seminary."

Being a man of his word, John entered Saint John's Seminary College. 1 was able to see John a few years ago in a visit to L.A., through the good offices of C. H. Taylor, and know we all wish him God's blessing in his new career.

Incidentally, I'd be interested in finding out how many Classmates are in the priesthood or ministry. Please let me know.

It Flies When You're Having a Good Time.

The, parents of Bob Tolg, in a rather touching letter to Shipmate, provided some items of interest. "Perhaps I am too impatient but as of today's date we have not received our October Shipmate. Understand the Plebe class will be featured in the October issue and as our granddaughter, Midn. Anne M. Tolg 4/c., is going through Plebe year we are anxiously waiting for the issue. She is following in her father's footsteps—Capt. Robert G. Tolg, Jr. (present tour of duty—Naples, Italy). We are so very proud of her. Our son was sworn in on July 6, 1950:

Anne M. Tolg, Class 1984, sworn in July 8,1980.

Thirty years!! My, how those thirty years have flown by. Having read the above, feel sure you will understand the impatience of two old people."

Dark Ages In late March the annual Dark Ages cocktail party was held at Fort Myer. It was well-attended and thoroughly enjoyed. Many thanks to Fitz, who made artangements singlehandedly.

Class Luncheons. Several years ago potential attendees for the luncheon showed up at the assigned place only to find it closed. In March and April history repeated itself, so Howie HaU (with an assist from Tom Albee) made arrangements to have the May luncheon at AtUla's at 2705 Columbia Pike (the old Pickle Factory), ft was an outstanding success: excellent food, service and accommodations, with ample free parking. Now that we finaUy have a decent place, 1 hope attendance will pick up again: come one, come all.

Incidentally 1 now am employed at TRW with Tom and several other Classmates: Bill Richter, Paul Skarlatos, Bill Caan, Syl Dulke, and Fred Clark.

MisceUany The number of active duty officers is dwindling. Those in uniform at the luncheon were Neil Ferraro, Louis Jordan, and Jack Wildman. Lou Reasonover is officer rep for gymnas tics at USNA, Willie Hargrave is still in and presentiy COMTRAWING ONE in Memphis, Tom Seigenthaler will be new CO of Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, and Bob Schlenzig is new SEA63 (Submarine Sonar).

Of interest is the announcement received from the Beachway Restaurant at Chincoteague, Virginia, indicating that Grant Schumann, the managing chef, is open for the Summer every day except Wednesday from 1600-2200. The menu sounds terrific, so if you are treading your way up the Eastern Shore, you might give it a whirl.

It is with deep regret that I must report the death of Maynard K. Shipley on 27 Febraary 1981.

55 Cort. Sec'y, Mr. Clif Shumaker 8800 Old Courthouse Road Vienna VA 22180 Percent Members: 54 Lots of news and cortespondence for a change: where do I start? How about hardship tours? Ace Davis has been relieved as CO NSD Yokosuka, Japan, and is en route to London for duty on Staff, CINCUSNAVEUR. In other moves, Don Sturtz has left Bethesda for duty as chairman, department of surgery, in what we used to call Balboa Naval Hospital.

That should be good news for you San Diego types. Powell Carter has taken command of SUBGRP TWO in New London; Don Knepper is CO SUBASE there and, I guess, his landlord.

Ted Parker is joining Plum's Norfolk chapter as COMSERVGRP TWO. Ted is looking forward to taking units of his group on both North and South Atlantic craises this year. Scott MacCauley is taking command of CRUDESGRP EIGHT. BiU Rentz has left N AVSEA to become COS CARRGRP FOUR (that 4.0 blackshoe will square away those brown shoes!). My Ricketts has relinquished NSRDC for NAVSEA 03. Rort Kucera is to take command of the Navy-MC Reserves Center in Phoenix. And last but not Shipmate, July-August 1981

least, Paul Sutherland tells me Skip Chase is relinquishing his hold as CO NAVSTA CHASN and being drag back here to Washington.

Joining the increasingly long retired list are Charlie Edson, Jim Perryman, Red McDonnell and Jim Dunbar, who writes, "On 1 June this year, I'U be joining the retired ranks, so this class luncheon may indeed be my last in the area. I'm going to locate in Waynesboro, Mississippi. I'U be managing a wine operation (Almark Vineyards) and Lala will be starting her medical practice in internal medicine. Both new careers have exciting potential for us, and the Air Force is going to do all right after I leave."

Some of our active retirees are Charlie Plumley who is having a ball as an advisor to Saudi PGC/PGM skippers during their training in Norfolk. Plum also had an oyster roast for Margo and Pete Blair on June 5 to send them off from Norfolk to Washington. Pete (W. D.) Peterson has joined me at Integrated Microcomputer Systems, Inc. (IMS); that old Air Force hand is going to help us solve Navy problems, would you believe.

Howard Alexander got his face in the Naval Reservist News this Spring. It seems his supply department at N AF Detroit won the Golden Oak Leaf (Porkchop to most of us) award for supply proficiency in support of aircraft intermediate maintenance departments. Not to be outdone, Joe Walter, CO NARF Pensacola, was honored recendy by being named one of the city's business leaders of the year.

Peggy Greene writes, "Please extend my thanks to the Class of 1955 for the lovely Blue and Gold bouquet display which was sent for Jim's (James F.) funeral. 1 was impressed with the number of Classmates that attended the funeral and 1 know Jim would have been pleased.

Thank you all for your help and expressions of sympathy." In lieu of flowers, it was requested that donations be sent to our Class. I'm pleased to announce that from these proceeds we have purchased a memorial chair in Jim's name at the Navy-Marine Corp Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. I'm sure Jim will enjoy it, for he rarely missed a game.

56 Sec'y, Capt. P. C. Peterson USN 13007 Clarion Road Fort Washington MD 20022 Percent Members: 55 My apologies certainly go out to Bob Schmitt who along with three others was selected for rear admiral several months back. 1 could perhaps account for it based on the fact that the intelligence community doesn't advertise everything they do, but must blame it on my own oversight. Congratulations, Bob, and 1 hope you win forgive me. On the plus side, it is nice to know that so many Classmates read the column and were quick to let me know of my omission.

About 27 years ago two of my wives (Harry Bames, Jess Buckelew) and I toured France and Germany courtesy of MATS. This past month the O.A.O. and I had the opportunity to do it again. Concentrating on Wales, England and France, it gave us the opportunity to meet Giscard D'Estaing, the former president of France, visit with relatives I had never met and visit the birthplace in Wales of my grandmother. The two hundred dollars of second class summer wouldn't go as far today as it did then but the trip was great and Peg and I sure welcomed the opportunity.

Shipmate, July-August 1981

The following personal interest item crossed my desk several weeks back and 1 would like to relay it here. "Some four years ago, at an age when many of us have resigned ourselves to an occasional game of golf (or less activity), Jim Black has taken up bicycle racing. After some coaxing by a local bicycle dealer, Jim entered a novice race in the Albany, New York area (I believe his words were 'if I am going to make a fool of myself, 1 better do it where nobody knows me.' To make a long story short, he did well enough to continue into licensed U . S . Cycling Federation bicycle racing all over the country . . . racing in 'Veterans' category (35 years and over) events. Although Veterans races are frequently short (10 to 15 miles), Jim has won category races in distances to 56 miles.

"In addition to his riding he now officiates around the country (including the National Sports Festival this July) and in August he wUI be directing a National Championship Series event here in Toledo—one he promoted.

"Again he wouldn't admit it, but 1 imagine his most satisfying moment to date was exceeding 250 miles in a 12 hour time trial . . . a feat normally achieved only by (as he puts it) 'flat-bellied young jocks.' His second best moment—having his son recognize him in the field of the road race in the movie Breaking Away.

"I guess I first found out how serious he was when I discovered he had invested more than $1400 in a bicycle!"

It appears that efforts to locate several of our "missing" Classmates are paying off. Vern Dander forwarded a list of names he had been tracking along with the news that he retired a year or two back and is currently with Martin-Marietta in Denver. A note from Jack CoUins from Miami way also sent some addresses. Thanks, guys.

Gerry Fulk sends the following info from the West Coast; "Tom Scott, Rich Thomas and 1 are active duty contingent in the Long Beach area.

Tom and I have ships in overhaul (PELELIU and JouETT) and Rich is the planning officer for the Long Beach Naval Shipyard. We sit across the table each week at the overhaul progress meeting, but we haven't found any other Classmates in the area. Perhaps this note in your column will bring out some others. We need some activity to balance the publicity from the San Diego Group.

"I hope to make it to Homecoming but our schedule is indefinite coming out of overhaul.

1 would like to have the details for planning.

Thanks for the update, Gerty." Rog Lyle promises to get the Homecoming 25 info out in the very near future.

A big "Bravo Zulu" to Jim Flatley for winning the John Paul Jones Award for the Navy League. Jim's citation is quoted: "Rear Adm.-selectee James H. Flatley III USN, for unusual inspiration and imaginative leadership whUe serving as commanding officer, USS SARATOGA (CV-60). During his tenure in command of 'Sara', which included a most vigorous and demanding deployment to the Mediterranean and extensive training with the navies of U. S. NATO allies, his ship achieved what Commander, 6th Fleet, lauded as 'The highest aircraft readiness figures in recent Mediterranean deployment history.' In addition, as a direct resuh of his keen interest in, and superiative effort in support of, the welfare of SARATOGAS crew, his officers and men achieved unusually high standards in almost every form of personnel endeavor, ranging from retention to education to dynamic and inspiring esprit de corps. Flatley

has served 24'/2 years in the Navy, is a native of Bartow, Florida, and currently resides in Philadelphia."

During the recent Industrial Supply Support Conference at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, 1 had the pleasure of seeing Bev and George Connolly. George recently received the Defense Meritorious Services Medal for his service as chief of the Defense Logistics Agency Inspector General Regional Office in Philadelphia and is now back as executive officer of the Defense Depot at Mechanicsburg.

From the "missing list" comes a note from Roy PhUIips in Woodland Hills, California. Roy joined RANTEC in January 1979 and is now marketing manager for microwave systems.

Don't know how far Woodland Hills is from Long Beach but a call to Roy at 213/888-3163 might get Gerry Fulk a fourth for bridge or golf!

Per the class by-laws the Treasurer's report for 1980 is included below: Beginning Assets—January 1980 Income: Interest & Dividends $1,538.66 Total income Total Income & Beginning Assets Expense: Operating costs $ 58.25 Total Expenses Total Assets—January 1981 Distribution on Assets—January 1981 Federal Farm Credit Bank Bonds Pennzoil Debentures Reliance Financial Services Corp. Debentures Drexel Bond-Debenture Trading Fund Legg Mason Cash Reserve Trust Government Services Savin.t-s & Loan. Inc. Passbook Checking Account Ten-year history of total assets: 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 1975 1974 1973 1972

$17,379.59 $ 1,538.66 $18,918.25 $ 58.25 $18,860.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 1,020.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 7,621.88 $3,593.12 $ 521.79 $ 103.21 $18,860 $17,380 $16,338 $15,654 $15,211 $14,173 $13,413 $12,926 $12,148 $8,513

In addition to the financial data, Larty reports: "We were in the metro area the last week in April for our oldest son's (Trey) wedding in Essex, Maryland. It was our first 'Pohsh' wedding and was a delight. My parents and 95-yearold grandmother flew in from San Diego for the festivities and a two-week stay at our farm.

"We had to have a couple come and goat-sit for us while we were away for the week end.

Our menagerie has grown to twenty goats, two cows, three horses, two dogs, and a cat—and four more goats are due to kid within the month.

See you this Fall."

57 Sec'y, Mr. Frank Bames 5223 Crinnel St., Fairfax VA 22030 Corr. Sec'y, Capt. F. N. Howe, Jr. USN 1 Walter Circle Fredericksburg VA 22401 Percent Members: 53 The Biz In response to the many requests for info on how your favorite stock—the Class of 1957 USNA Operating Fund—is doing, the following 4'/2 fathoms (a nautical nine yards) from Pete Boyne. "Enclosed is (at long last) the CY 1980 85

Class Operating Statement. We did not do well this year to the tune of about $200. This was the result of luncheons and Homecoming. We tried to cut it too close, particularly at Homecoming where inflation, extra costs and a new Maryland tax (amusement) caught up with us. They hit us for the '79 party too, as indicated. The only thing that saved us from a more serious loss was the dividends from our savings account.

OPERATING FUND STATEMENT A. BALANCE BROUGHT FORWARD: Checking: Annapolis $ 166,43 NFCU 1,215.20 1,381.63 Savings: NFCU Government Service S&L Cash

$2,379.26 3,550.18 7.15 .

5,936.59 SUBTOTAL

B. RECEIPTS: Luncheons Homecoming Ties Dividends

$2,053.00 1,674.00 5.00 519.84 $4,251.84 SUBTOTAL

C. EXPENDITURES: Luncheons Homecoming Maryland State Tax (1979) Administrative

44.10 91.81 (-)$4,445.51 $7,124.55

$ 166.43 574.57 SUBTOTAL

Savings: NFCU Govemment Service S&L Cert.

(-H) $4,251,84

$2,229.45 2,080.15

$4,445.51 SUBTOTAL D. BALANCE: ASSETS: E. Checking: Annapolis NFCU

$7,318,22

$2,548.57

$ 741,00

Naval Base, but I have seen no confirmation of it. Believe BiU was to be relieved by Art Wright."

Thanks, Peter, for your, as usual, diligent job in watching the store for us. We appreciate it.

The Word

Next, we heard from the PANDP Division, SHAPE: "Doug Roysdon and I were so pleased to read so much about the Class of '57 in the last Shipmate that it inspired us to jointly drop a note.

"We are the only two USNA '57s here at SHAPE—both in Air Force blue, of course.

When 1firstarrived in '78, however, Dick Toner and CharUe Hall were both here.

"I might add also that I recently spent a most interesting week at SACLANT Headquarters working with Cookie King. I was assigned at the SACEUREP to SACLANT during a recent major NATO exercise and was extremely pleased to find myself working very closely with Cookie, whom 1 haven't seen in some 23 years.

"Both Doug and 1 will be departing SHAPE this Summer. Doug, who has spent the last two years developing SACEUR's Rapid Re-inforcement Plan, is going to JCS-J5 at the Pentagon and wUl undoubtedly have an opportunity to renew old acquaintances. " On the other hand, 1 am going in the opposite direction, in fact to Southern Bavaria at a small place near Garmisch called Oberammergau to become Commandant of the NATO School.

Since the ski slopes are only three minutes away from our house, my family is looking forward to the assignment, particularly the two boys.

My daughter, Tara, who is going to school in Paris, wUl have to enjoy it only during vacation times. The real point being, however, that if any of you are in the area after the Change of Command Ceremony on 22 July, don't hesitate to pick up the phone. It's a lovely part ofthe world to visit. Sincerely, Fred Federici" From Dale (1 really live in Del Mar) Hollabaugh a brief piece from Post Scripps, the house organ of the Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Joila, detailing more of Bud Edney's good works. "In a rare act of human kindness, the crew of the USS CONSTELLATION recently do-

nated 193 pints of blood for Ed Shambo, a food service employee of the hospital who suffered 3,824.03 second and third degree burns on 70 percent of $6,372.60 his body after attemtping to pour gasoline into Cash: $ 10.95 his car while it sat three feet from a hot water $ 10,95 TOTAL heater in his garage. The pilot light in the heater $7,124,55 caused a flash fire which ignited his clothing."

COMPANY F, DEPOSITS:* We share all that with you for more reasons Sixth Company $ 108,50 than just because Bud is one of our guys.

Seventh Thanks, Dale.

Company 25,00 After aU that ink over the past couple years Eighth Company 35,00 on the life and times of Dick Sargent, the man Sixteenth himself has surfaced at long last. "After we 50,00 Company parted ways on graduation, 1 went to Marine Eighteenth Corps Basic School at Quantico; then on to Company 85.00 flight school at Pensacola/Memphis/Kingsville.

Twentieth On assignation as a naval aviator, Kathy and 1 20.00 Company went to Hawaii for three years—had the privi( - ) $ 323,50 lege of serving with VMA-214 (The BlackG, TOTAL: $6,797,25 sheep)—great way to start a Marine aviation •Company deposits are excess contributions from the Memorial career!

Chair drive and are held for Company use only.

"That tour completed my obligat'^d active "During a business trip to San Diego, 1 found duty, and having invested my flight pay in the enclosed article." (The article, dated 29 stocks, I found my interests shifted to being a April 1981, from the Los Angeles Times, shows stock broker. In October 1962. 1 joined Dean our own Denny Brooks in the process of reliev- Witter & Co. and am still in the business, though ing our own Bud Edney as CO, CONSTELLAwith S. G. Edwards & Sons, Inc, today. This TION.) Attaboy, Bud and Denny! duration does speak well for my survivability, Pete closed with, "BiU Crowe called and told but I'm not so sure about my intelligence. Acme he was expecting orders to Guam as C. O. tually, it has really turned out to be a real blessing. The business is much like farming with its 86

"Colonel Dick" fair share of hard-knocks. We have been broke four times, with the last one creating a 'negative net worth' including our home. Fortunately, we have enjoyed five come-backs, and we now find ourselves finaUy well on the road—with humility—actually. My fortune is that I am now one of my better accounts and all 1 do is manage my own portfolio and share with others what I am doing for myself.

"In this time frame, two daughters have come and gone their separate ways, and Kathy and I are really enjoying our quiet life style.

"On leaving active duty in 1962, 1 joined the Reserves, flying out of Olathe, Kansas. That base was Closed in 1970, and 1 was automatically 'out of planes.' After six (6)—count 'em!—long years in a voluntary training unit (non-pay) I was blessed with getting a set of orders back to flying—NAS Alameda and Super Foxes (A4F).

Mind you, I am at the point, 42 years of age, and have been sitting it out in obscurity for six years.—God does work miracles!!

"Well, back to flying with the job of S-2 (Intelligence) Officers for Marine Aircraft Group -42 at NAS Alameda. Two years later, in 1978, 1 became C O . of HSMS-42 and in January 1980 became XO of MAG-42, top job for a reserve as the C O . is a regular. Those years were an opportunity and as the results were good, 1 was blessed once more being selected for full colonel in May 1980. (You also lose your job with promotion to bird, but 1 can handle that kind of RIF.) "This photo was taken following my last flight in July 1980. First, you'll notice 1 am still wearing my shoes! And when you realize you're looking at a guy well past his 46th birthday, 1 was a most lucky fellow. Flying was my mistress, and 1 am so thankful we had such a neat affair—and that it lasted so long.

"Shifting gears has been fun. Financial worries are gone, Kathy and 1 have a lot more time to be with each other, and I'm able to enjoy my fly-fishing and gardening, and my hobby of beekeeping seems to get a little bigger each year.

All in all, it's been a great life, today was fantastic, and am looking forward to each day left for me. There's a lot of living to be done. My best to everyone at the '57 monthly luncheon in D.C." To those of you who know Dick, that letter has got to bring back a few memories. Some things never change. Great to hear from you , again, partner.

Our pineapple crew continues to help us keep tightened up on what's going on way out west.

The following hot off the press from Bill AldenShipmate, July-August 1981

derfer: "A few weeks ago. Buck Ashford and 1 had lunch to discuss some legal work that he was doing for Pacific Resources, and the thought of getting the '57ers in Hawaii together was initiated. From a very partial (and outdated) list, we finally found (hopefully) everyone currently residing in the State and last Friday we mustered at the Pearl City Tavern. Over a very informal lunch we renewed acquaintances, told war stories, held a critique on a previous evening's article in the Honolulu paper concerning the 'problems' at the Naval Academy, and agreed that we should expand the meeting to include dinner or a picnic with families in the near future. Those who were present were Tom Marnane, Terry Mahoney, Earle Smith, Bob Saracco, Paul Peterson, Art Ahrens, G. W. "Buck" Ashford. and 1. Last minute commitments kept Dick Chanslor, Dean Hines, Doug Lowrance and Harry Somerset from attending.

Tom, Terry, Earl and Paul are all on duty at Pearl Harbor, while Bob works for Vought Corp (an LTV Company), Buck is a partner in the law firm of Burke. Ashford, et al. Art is fuUy 'retired.' and I work for PRI. an independent energy related company.

"The lunch really tumed out to be a fun time for all, and we had a lot of good stories. Almost all of us had forgotten the joys of plebe year, but it didn't seem half bad twenty-eight years later! Even Buck's story of falling on the bayonet at the June Week parade can be looked upon in a Ughter vein now. All in all. everyone seemed to be doing well and prospering in the Hawaii sunshine. If we do get together again, and I am sure we will, I'll provide an update."

What you got here, troops, is three bags full.

Room only for one additional thought: By the time this reaches you we will be down to a year and change before the big 25th. Everyone naturally expects it to be a steriing event, but just expecting won't carry the day. Based on experience gathered as we rounded the 20th Milepost, it takes a lot of early planning, hustle and work. Now is the time for great ideas and now is the time to volunteer—there are slj's enough for all. Hank Converse is the O-in-C at this point and. if you would care to check into the circuit, the scribe will be pleased to pass your traffic, while assuring full credit. Come on, doit!

58 Corr. Sec'y, Mr. Wayne E. Scott 11 Apple Seed Lane Gaithersburg MD 20760 301/258-0323 Percent Members: 54 Now is the time for all good "58ers to come to the aid of their . . . selves: Get a couple season tickets to the feetsball stadium, and join in the fun. Look for the '58 banner diagonally opposite the gridiron from the water tower. Come eariy, stay late. Tail gate, tail gate, tail gate.

Hot Stuff of the Month: Tom Buell has done it again. Not satisfied with his Alfred Thayer Mahan Award from the Navy League (writing as a sport . . . now they have leagues?) for his 1975 biography of Adm. Raymond Spmance, he went out and won it again in '81 for Master of Sea Power, a bio of FAdm. E. J. King '01. Tom, you may not have been a Bull slash when it was graded, but you sure are one now that they pay for it. Way to go. I didn't think any of us MiShipmate, July-August 1981

chiganders would ever leam to rite (int.). Tom, retired in '79, is living in Wayzata, Minnesota, and is manager of weapons systems integration for Honeywell's advanced technology torpedo program. (I'm sure glad some sort of integration has finally found its way to Wayzata.)

Also heard from an Air Force computer that Col./Maj. John Dickson is director of safety with the Eastern Space and Missile Center, Patrick AFB, Florida. As such, he was a member of the team that supported the launching of the space shuttle Columbia. Although introduced as Col., John was said to have "supported" by cheering loudly while watching the launch on TV in his rec room . . . and by the end of the article, the computer was snidely referring to John as Major. Hope you can pull this one out, my man.

George Brenner is installed Jungle George Brenner has been installed as president of the 11,000-member Massachusetts Association of Realtors. The pic shows George being pinned by the National Association of Realtors president and being given the gavel by his predecessor. George is entitled to say GRI and CRB after his name. As 1 recall, they mean Graduate of the Realtors Institute and Certified Real Estate Broker, each indicating the successful completion of significant study, experience, and examination. George himself says he has an extremely active travel and meeting schedule, business is good, and he's very optimistic about 1982. See ya at the 25th, George, if not before. You look great.

Orders: My favorite . . . my old buddy Jan Cook has orders to VICECOMPACNAVFACENGCOM . . . only in the Navy . . . Others I've noted—Stan Bump to COMSUBRON 16 in Kings Bay, GA, to relieve JD WUliams. Tom Jacobs to CO, SUBTRACEN PAC Jim Adkins to COMSUBRON 14 in Holy Loch. Lou Fisler to CO, AIREWORKFAC, Alameda. John Poindexter to Military Assistant to the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (MILASST2ASST2PRES4NATSECAFFS???).

'Fess up. John. What can we call you that we can say in one day? (Other than Superfella, that is.)

COMCIVLANT ORDERS—Planning Research Corp (PRC) names Concklin to direct government program development. Our man Bert was engagement manager for McKinsey & Co., Inc., in DC since '77. Before that he was a civil servant for 7 years, as deputy assistant secretary for OSHA, deputy administrator for policy at the Federal Energy Agency, administrator of price controls for the Cost of Living Council, and director of information systems for the Office of Management and Budget. For the benefit of those of you not in the DC-arena, know that PRC has more than 6800 employees and 200 offices around the worid, and serves clients in 36 countries. And I'm still learning to type.

If-a-equals-c-and-b-equals-c-then-a-equals-b revisited . . . At a recent luncheon of Amer.

Soc. of Nav. Engs. in DC, 1 had occasion to chat briefly with a fella I've been working with for 2 + years at Bradford National Corp. I asked him if he'd seen anyone he knew (besides me, of course). He said he'd seen Bob Jones, of QED. He'd done some business with them whUe StiU on active duty. "WeU," said I, "what a small world. 1 know Bob Jones, too. He's a Classmate of mine, and 1 knew him back when he was starting up that QED operation." "Oh," said my friend, "I'm a Classmate of his, too."

"From where?" sez 1. "From the Naval Academy," sez Dick Davies of 21st Co. fame. Result . . . I now get to car pool it to the class luncheons. And the egg on my face may be gone by Homecoming.

Bob Jones reports Carl Triebes is relieving Bob as Tidewater Section chairman of ASNE. Also, that Mike O'Connor works for QED in Phillie. And that Bob often sees Paul Brown, who works for ADTEC, in Norva. Jack Pierce of Solar Turbines Int'l was at the ASNE luncheon, as well as Ron Fisher and Dick Dunbar.

Dick is a surface warfare-qualified ED working at AIRLANT. (That boggled my submariner mentality, until he pointed out AIRLANT has the BIG ships.) As ships material officer. Dick and Nancy, who teaches school, are reaUy putting down some roots in Norfolk.

Another Norva rooter is BiU Freakes, who is planning officer for Norva NSO. Bill just got designated a registered engineer in Virginia.

Seen at the Reserve Officer Defense Economics Course at the Naval War College in April was our own Capt. Steve Barrett, 5903 Boyce Springs, Houston TX 77066. He's staff distribution rep for Shell Chemical Co. Roy Clason, another Michigander made good, called me in response to continued press re getting rich only because of being in the reserves before going to USNA. He had caUed his roomie. Bob Sauer, a 20-year-retiree, who said he didn't know what it is all about, but he'd like to know, etc. (Everybody else gets rich, while 1 learn to type.) Roy makes contrails for Pan Am out of LAX. Address: PO Box 12089, Zephyr Cove NV 89448. Roy is hoping to be able to participate in an auto race commemorating the Great Race of 1906 from Peking to Paris. The first one was 12,000 miles and took 34 days. What he was really concerned about, however, was that he had sent a check 13 months ago for his copy of The Voyage and received neither the pub nor a cancelled check.

Listen, Roy, please be patient. This town is the seat (pun intended) of bureaucracy, where great acts are performed slowly. People paid and got 'em, people got 'em and didn't pay; it's only natural to expect that some paid and didn't got 'em (int.). Tell Carol to keep checkin' the maU box, and Watch This Space. Good luck on your chariot race . . . and let's hear more about it, OK? Got a note from MY HERO, Gary Flora. He is the fella who makes sure SYLVA has had proper amounts of food, sunlight, water, and love. Why do we care, the ingrates among you may ask? SHE DID THE VOYAGE, that's why.

And don't you ever forget that. Gary sent along a few shekels from 5 La Salle St. Redlands CA 92373, for BiU Mooney, The Class Treasurer.

Gary reports he is a civil engineer with the Air Force Regional Civil Engineer for MX at Norton AFB. As an AF retiree, he is looking East for the latest words on the MX program, no doubt.

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graciously provided the following writeup ofthe April DC luncheon (edited for propriety): "Well, gang, it was Secretaries' Week once again this April, and of course the DC Chapter honored its secretaries at the usual class luncheon, the last Thursday ofthe month (in keeping with the procastrinator's schedule, one week late). Bob Caldwell introduced Julia Brown and Virginia Omdorff (OPNAV-OP-986). Truly lovely ladies as well as professional secretaries in the most esteemed sense. Bob noted that he had not been charged with sexual harassment aU week, then the cheers resounded. 'Pass them up.' Thank goodness our Classmates are the one constant left—some have new careers, new wives, new famUies, new jobs—only Classmates are 'old' these days. John Gentile introduced Sue McGill, Sharon Goruzzi. and Linda Kelley, who proudly represented the U.S. Postal Service. After John's explanation of ZIP-l-4, rate increases, best service in the world, etc., these girls truly restored the image of the Postal Service. Again, 'Pass them up.'

Wally Bridgeman, the ranking Class A scholar at the luncheon (and perhaps a Guinness record holder), reported in on his company's action in San Diego, Fairfax, etc.. Has something to do with the new R&D ink jet spray for stenciling a laundry number on a bra—these are changing times, guys. George Meinig, '58's contribution to the Aegis Shipbuilding Project as technical director, reported on TICONDEROGAS launching, christening by Nancy Reagan, and soon-to-be joining the fleet as one of the corner-stones of the "600 Ship Navy." Bob Slaven reported having seen JD WUliams in town recently, attending the CNO "Charm School" for new flag selectees. Tony (Bend somethin', Tony) Stremic was reported to be inducted into the ehte Seminary (Prep School) Athletic Hall of Fame. The ceremony was to be at the school in Kingston, Pennsylvania, in May. And, finally, a flash that Peggy and Frank have high hopes for the Class of '02 (that is 2002)." Thanks for the dope, John.

The ASNE luncheon was the same day, and my company footed the bill. (If you can't even type, six buck is six bucks.) Others present at the luncheon were Fenick, JD Peters, Eytchison, Meisel, Martinez, Hurst, Lyon, Bradley, E. Mansfield, G. Stubbs, J. Sheehan, Wilcox, J. Wright, Konkel, Mitchell, Gerson, Porter, Allender, Howard, Steckler, Sinnot, Gibbons, Buck, Binford, Slaven, Carty, Polski, and Slyder.

A quote from BUI Meisel: "You know you're gettin' old when your plebe retires."

WeU, hang in, folks, and remember: "It's all right to treat your fellow man with dignity, honor, and respect; but always cut the cards yourself." Adios, amigos. El Wayne-o.

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Sec'y, Capt. John A. Butterfield USN CO., NSA Souda Bay FPO NY 09528 Percent Members: 48 Executive committee meeting held at Ralph Christy's on 4 May 1981. Ralph Christy, Lloyd Adams, Steve Snyder, and Gary Smith in attendance. Your corporate secretary unable to be there (but able to visit Lloyd and Steve next day in DC) got briefed, and put signature on document(s) finally putting new '59 Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation in concrete. Consensus moved executive committee to assume "new" 88

jobs/positions as they are now described in the new laws. The chairman, executive vice president, administrative vice president, corporate secretary, and corporate treasurer positions will be elected for two-year terms (complete slate to be voted on every two years, in the Fall).

Ron Trossback has been asked to head up the three member nominating committee, at the request of chairman. Lloyd Adams. Vacancies which might arise would normally be filled by a "move up" principle until next elections, with the exceptions being that the secretary and treasurer posts could be appointed on an interim basis.

Other business discussed that evening; the need for mailing labels for the DC area contingent of '59ers. Looks like Walt Wynn may be able to solve that problem for the almost 200 addresses of area '59ers. Thanks, Walt! Need for people to think about and make desires known now. . . . do you want a 25th Lucky Bag similar to the 20th one????. . . . and any volunteers to work on the project if it is a "go"????

Need for a '59 volunteer to serve as the Annapolis area/Homecoming coordinator was quickly answered by Capt. Ed Veazey who heads up Naval Systems Department at USNA, and lives in The Yard. Other Annapohtans who work elsewhere but will help in Crabtown endeavors: Patty Ford, Dan Truax, Norm Bednarek, Jim Lackey, Van Nield, Al Mays, and Geoff Cant. Subject of dues was raised, and so our USNA annual Class dues are to be raised to $5.00—StiU a bargain!

Tom Hassler had Boston Marathon time of 2:51:39 - good going, Tom! He was our '59 rep this year. If there were others, let me know!

April luncheon for '59 was held on the 16th at Ft. McNair. Sam Sigmund was unable to get there to speak, so with the smell of victory fresh with the audience, i.e.. the spectacular Space Shuttle, two of our '59 space-related guys took the floor. Dolf Lekebusch who works with NASA at the Goddard Space Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and Dick Moore who is into the Space Telescope end of it gave a very interesting impromptu talk. Other '59ers who are also "spaced out" . . . . 1 mean are into the program in some fashion, Frank Pipkin SDS/Headquarters NASA, and BiU Molnar down at Houston.

Here follows a list of those at the luncheon: (and maybe a footnote or two). John Sapp, Paul Darby (has lived in Calvert County MD, close by, for some time). Frank Roescher, Tom Billings, Tom Bonds, Russ Anderson, Dean Simmons, Jake Tarpgaard, Bill Richardson, Bobby RiddeU, Dick Robinson (Robby and Phil Powers recendy completed the Master's Program in Systems Management, University of Southem Califomia, Pentagon extension. Well done, gang!). Jack Nourie, John Ekstrom, Bill Barkman (helped me get Olympian Al Oerter to visit USNA for Interservice Track and Field Championships in June), Mickey Garverick, Tom Hassler (a bit nervous before Boston) Ed Webster (orders to SUPSHP Bath from SysComHqnot bad for the 6th Co. Columbus, Ohio, guy!)

Dick Winter, Jim Regan, Dolf Lekebusch, Dick Moore, Dave Frye (works for SRI, the Stanford Connection), Don Cooper, Phil Powers, George Strohsahl, Johnny Walker, Dave Osbum, John Butterfield (CO NSA Souda Bay, 23 June '81).

NOTE: 1. Lou Wardlow stopped by for a moment enroute to his National War College class lunch. 2. G. Cant could not make it: in Newport for two weeks active duty at Senior Officers' Course.

Some things discussed: 22nd anniversary Chapel Services and Brunch on Sunday, 7 June

1981. Please donate to the USNA Alumni Fund Drive. Frank Donovan contracted for the Hilton for the 25th Reunion HQ. Recommended reading for •59ers: the NAPS article in March '81 ALL HANDS. Where was Sam? Well, at the luncheon on the 12th of May at Ft. McNair, Sam was there! And. he gave an excellent talk on NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, for which Sam now works as a civilian (USN retired about a year ago) in the policy and planning office.

Sam had to respond to an urgent order from NOAA highers in April and had to forego that meeting. It was certainly not a case of cold feet or the jitters, as Sam spoke lucidly and in a most entertaining way to delight the audience of 35 who gathered. How he stepped from USN uniform to civUian suit, to the same job, same desk, etc., was amusing, and how legislation and a "cap" affect retired pay was most interesting.

Sam reminisced a bit with us. saying he waited six years before his Ocean Engineering degree had been put to use by the Navy (three of those years had been spent on the faculty at the Naval War College); finally he got the caU from the Oceanographer ofthe Navy, to get down to DC and NOAA and he worked in an office there for well over a year in ocean engineering. Then he moved into policy and planning for a year. When Classmate Jim Langemo threatened to send him to Bay St. Louis (Marty Finerty may love h there now, but Sam was reluctant to go), Sig opted to retire and shift to a civilian suit doing same thing and in the same area he liked. He has worked on various projects, including some interface with Fred Naef on ocean energy proposals, and with Walt Wynn's company also.

Sig is one of our most active Alumni, to wit he is very much involved now in planning an 11th Company reunion this Summer. They believe they have good addresses for almost the entire Class in the company and have commitments from about twelve to attend. Pat Joynt who lives in Oslo, Norway, can not make the get-together, but plans a mini-reunion on a business trip earlier in the Summer. Ex-11th Company Officer Secretary of State Haig will be invited to the festivities. Big John Collins drew laughter from the crowd when he said he would not get close to the 1 Ith company. . . . the 3rd Batt. Even as a 2/C man. Big John stayed away from the "War Zone"". . . . they even made segundos shove out, John claimed! The Third Battalion had a reputation that still lingers.

1 was pleased to see Jack Austin at the lunch.

First time 1 have seen J. B. in some time. His son Chris, now a junior, is very interested in USNA, so 1 passed some information/materials and advice on. Also to Dick Robinson's son Rick, who lives in Ariington, Virginia. Jack's family is staying in Virginia Beach (for the kids and school reasons) while he labors for a tour in OP-506D1. aviation and weapons requirements. Ron Jessberg (also at lunch) works in same area; Ron looking forward to command in LPH before too long. Not bad for an old soccer goalie and teammate . . . way to go, Jess!

Other attendees at the luncheon were: John Butterfield, Tom Hassler. Ron Trossback. Ken Town. Cdr. Vic Krulak (our •59er chaplain, now serving with the Marines at Camp Pendleton, and back here for a chaplain's conference. He had served in CHICAGO when Ron Trossback was C O . Ron was great to bring him to lunch), Phil Powers, Peter Tarpgaard, Walter Wynn, Jr., Dean Simmons, John Robertson, Russ Anderson, Steve Snyder, Norm Mayo, Norm Bednarek. Bob Boyle, Lloyd Adams, Pete Bozzo Shipmate. July-August 1981

Bin Gartett. Tom Bond. John Collins, Fred Naef. Mickey Garverick. Jack King, Charlie Pease. Bob Riddell. Jack Austin (Jack had been a command watch officer at CINCLANTFLT; later Air Ops for CTF 24 before DC duty. Home is 4440 Leatherwood Dr.. Virginia Beach 23462). Sam Sigmund, Jacob Boltz. Sam Ligon, Ing KUand. Jim Curtin. Buddy Wellbom, Joseph Brantuas. Dick Robinson. Ralph Christy came late from busy lawyer duties.

1 enjoyed sitting next to my old 2nd Co. buddy and roomie Ken Town. We hope to finally get famUies together for dinner before 1 head for Greece. Ken had stories to tell about super trip his War College Class went on to Rumania, Hungary. Yugoslavia _. . . and Ken and some others made a side trip to Vienna. Ken is off to Okinawa this Summer as the G-4 (logistics) guy on staff there.

Guys who apologized for not making luncheon: Ed Veazey. troubled with a pinched neck and had to get therap\; Dan Tmax busy with pre-commissioning paperwork which the Academic Dean (his boss) is responsible for.

Great note from Pete Rowland, and super contribution to the "59 Class Fund. Many thanks, Pete, arid best of everything to you and the famUy. Leesburg. Virgiiua. sounds like a super place to Uve! Na\y Times of 4 May 81 finalb had my orders in print, but more importantly saw Jerry Horacek's orders from NavBase Pearl to PWO ConNavyWpnCenter. Jerry is 5100 designator; good luck in your new job!

Another nice letter from Bob Steidle, living at 290 South Chcle. Novato CA 94947. Bob was interested in the possibUity of back pay (•59ers who were reserves prior to USNA time are the ones most apt to get some) and who to contact.

Lloyd .\danis now seems to be best source for info and answers. Call commerical 703/6945598/9 or write Lloyd at 7869 Godophin Drive.

Springfield VA 22153 or caU home 703/455-7311.

I don't think Bob wiU mind if I quote from his kind letter: "I have not seen you since 1959, but Ufe seems to be treating you very well. You keep relating your ranning efforts, but never say if you can stUl drive to the bucket as you did in aU the pick up hoops we used to play. I have long forgotten about my basketball abilities since I actuaUy got the word playing intramurals against 19-21 year-old Marines. (I was 42 at the time.) I was a httle slower and never could catch up witii the fast break, so I quit except for an occasional game of Horse. I have, however. found racquetball to be just what the doctor ordered. I play daily and enter the local tourneys in the Bay Area and usually get to the semifinals before going down the tubes.

"I have not been East since 1973. (am currendy deputy commander of Mihtary Ocean Terminal in Oakland. Califomia) so am looking forward to attending another of those great homecomings should I be accommodated with some orders East. I am continually threatened that they are on the way; personally 1 hate snow tires, so 1 do not care to come back. The law of averages is nipping at my heels though, with 22 years and no Washington tour. 1 keep saying that I would be useless back there now since I would require too much indoctrination into the DC arena. The detailer laughs!

"I see very few of the •59ers. but I did talk with Dick Leisenring about a week ago. He is XO at NSC San Diego now. but due to go to the AIRPAC staff in some capacity as a 'computer whiz.' Your columns certainly have been great and fuU of good news. I look forward to Shipmate, July-August 1981

hearing where everyone is and what they are doing. Maybe 1 can make the 25th; actually the last one 1 made was our 10th, so 1 am definitely due to get to another one."

Another super letter which Steve Snyder loved receiving: "Enclosed is my check for $62: $30 of which is for class dues; $12 for Twentieth Reunion Yearbook; $9 each for a '59 tie and ladies' scarf; plus $2 postage. I am not sure how far I am in arrears in my class dues, but I am probably paid up now.

"I talked with John Butterfield on the phone the other day - in fact, several times over the past couple of months since 1 am attempting to aid my son. Skip, to gain admission to the Naval Academy Prep School. 1 told John how much I enjoyed the '59 column in Shipmate.

"As you can see by the stationery. I am attached to NAS Pensacola. and have been here about a year. Prior to that 1 was supply officer in FORRESTAL. and made two craises to the Med. My current assignment is great duty. Of course, our aviation Classmates have been through here and know whereof 1 speak. As far as I know we only have three '59ers here. Harry Korrell is commanding officer of NARDAC and Freddie Freckmann flies the T-39 and C-131 for the station.

"Please send the goodies to the address indicated here: Capt. R. C Erickson SC USN, Quarters 20. Naval Air Station, Pensacola FL 32508."

Thanks. Roger, and here's hoping many other '59ers take the hint and buy some ofthe goodies and really support our grand old Class!

"Twas a great few months for letters, this one from Jacques Naviaux: "You are correct in your analysis. I really have heard enough about my former sergeant who posed in the nude; however. I did appreciate your comments. Despite the fact that the PAO mispelled my name, I received a considerable amount of mail on the subject, all of it in favor of the action taken by the Marine Corps in this case. 1 was pleased to discover that we still have people who feel that there is nothing wrong with setting behavioral standards, and enforcing them if need be.

"1 think that you are doing a marvelous job as class secretary, John, and your appeal to the Class for support. I would Hke to make a suggestion. When I became involved in the process of helping a young man in his quest for entrance to the Naval Academy, I found that I did not know very much about the system, in particular, such things as how NAPS is ran in terms of

appointments and opportunities. In my case, I was fortunate to have you and Frank Donovan on hand to provide some very helpful guidance, but you won't always be there. 1 would hke to see Shipmate publish a summary of how things work these days for the benefit of others and I think that a short article would be in order."

USS ARKANSAS commissioned; entered the fleet in commissioning ceremonies held 18 October 1980 at the U.S. Naval Station, Norfolk, Virginia. ARKANSAS is the fourth and last VIRGiNiA-class craiser with two nuclear fission reactors; she has the added high speed endurance and staying power that is vital to our modem Navy.

ARKANSAS' mission is to operate independently, or in the company with strike, antisubmarine, or amphibious forces, against possible submarine, air, and surface threats. To accomphsh this task, ARKANSAS employs a first-of-itskind fully integrated combat system, utilizing the latest technology in computers, weapons systems, sensors, and command and control techniques. Firepower will consist of two Standard Missile launching systems with antisubmarine rocket (ASROC) capability. Harpoon Launchers, helicopter, etc. ARKANSAS is under command of Capt. Dennis S. Read USN, '59ers.—But this "Add-on" to the story is. . . . . From: Charles P. Dobbs, 666 E. Jefferson, Kirkwood MO 63122. "I've been intending to write this since last October, foUowing our trip to Norfolk for the commissioning of the new USS ARKANSAS. We had a very pleasant visit with Jake and Donna. The new CO did an excellent job before, during and after the ceremony. '59 was well represented, as you can see from our off-center photo.

"Actually 1 should say the 10th Co. was weU represented. Unfortunately we snapped the photo before we found Andy (Russ) Anderson in the crowd.

"My Betsy was in Kansas City last month, taking the younger daughter to a national sorority-fraternity meeting of some kind. While there she talked at length with our old friend Ann Fendorf. Ann is doing counseling in the school system. She reports all is going weU for her. We plan to get together later on at Ann's recently acquired lake cottage. Note: Dale Fendorf (10th Co. Kansas City) was a super guy, one of my best buddies in flight training, and unfortunately one of '59's first aviation fatahties in an early '60s crash.

Angy (now Col. Angy Fernandez USMC). Dermis (Jake) Read, Linda (Dave) Osbum, Charlie Dobbs. Linda Fernandez. Betsy Dobbs, Sue Simmons, and one half of Dean Simmons

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"The St. Louis Chapter-Navy Alumni had its second quarter meeting today—lunch foUowed by some words from Assistant Coach Tom O'Brien '71 and the highlights film from last fall.

Ron Hearst and I represented '59. We're planning a big party for the Navy-Arkansas game in Littie Rock in '82. Luck and our best to all, Charles."

Call came from Fred Olds that his son, Bradley, wUl be USNA '85!

On a recent trip I passed through Dover AFB, and again BUI Corroum and Cathy were so kind.

Had deUghtful dinner and discussion with them, on the eve of a VIP visit to the base and a week end fuU of activities, and then Bill's important CFI (command facilities inspection) foUowing Wednesday. I heard that Bill and Dover AFB passed, with flying colors, all the gates, hurdles and inspections. You could sense Bill really had the troops and whole base in high gear, and you felt morale was soaring, so good leadership and management a la our Bill C really paid off. BiU updated me on a couple of our light-blue suiters from '59; seems Chuck Vickery is the deputy wing commander at Travis AFB, near Sacramento, Califomia and Fred Anderson is the C O . of the Wamer-Robins Base in Georgia. I think Don Smith still has the Wing C O ' s job out at McChord AFB, and betting is he may be "our first star"—good chance of making brigadier general. Good man. . . . hope so!!

Concemed '59ers. . . . love 'em! Jack Nourie has put USNA's candidate guidance office on to an exceUent student athlete from Potomac, Maryland. And Henry Papa has been doing likewise, especially finding some fine young folks in the south Alabama area. His own son Henry and a soccer-playing teammate are high on the consider list! You would love the glowing words Henry shares in his praise for USNA. . . . "the finest school in the country" . . . . in his pledge to use his energies and dedication toward youth seeking a mihtary career . . . . and in his thanks to Navy for giving him an opportunity to graduate. Keep up the inspiring work. Hank!! It has been good working with you.

It was a moving ceremony on 6 May 81 at the boathouse on the creek at USNA, as a shell was named and dedicated to Laura Stegman '82, the young lady tragically killed last December. She as you remember was a vital member ofthe 19th company which our Class sponsors. She touched a lot of people in many ways, and 'tis a fine way to have such a great young person remembered.

Here is an excerpt from an article in the March '81 issue of Surface Watfare: "Surface Sitrep." The new MK-15 Close-in Weapons System (CIWS) training course at FTC San Diego graduated its first class in January. The 13 students who completed the 24-week course were instracted by four FTC military personnel, one instmctor adviser, and one maintenance man from General Dynamics. FTC San Diego retained five of the course graduates to instruct future classes. Four of the remaining graduates reported to USS ENGLAND (CG-22), including

Capt. Henry H. Mauz, the commanding officer.

"Pap" Papa passed along that H. Dudley "Dud" MitcheU has a high power position with an investment company in Springfield, Massachusetts. Also "Zeke" Zembruski hves and works in the Atlanta, Georgia, area and has a vice president position with a company there.

I hear that Tyler "Toby" Field did retire from his staff position with the Naval War College, fives in his beautiful old colonial home, and is "Mr. Big" with a company in the executive communications field. Charlie Hughes has fine 90

position with IBM in the DC area; wife Elizabeth is the dean of the Georgetown School of Nursing. 9707 West BexhiU Drive, Kensington MD 20795 will put you in touch. I have seen CharUe playing gotfat USNA a couple of times. . . . don't know if he uses a "hand mashee" or the old gimmee trick, but I have accused Patty Ford of such devices. Evidently Patty was reaUy on top of his game on 9 May, cuz he was aglow at Dan Tmax' nice wetting down party at their lovely home. (Ona and twin daughters, Tricia and Tina are the hostesses with the mostesses.)

Later that evening 1 kidded Patty that with the new beard that he sports, he should be playing baseball for the old House of David team. Patty, other '59ers and I have started a quiet lobbying campaign to get "Reif' down here on the coaching staff.

I shall close with the latest D.C. area "flyer" on what goes. . . . or went!

(1) Commissioning Week (formerly June Week): was 22-27 May this year.

(2) Homecoming 1981: 23-25 October (Navy vs William and Mary) - put this on your calendar. '59ers wiU have their traditional "Tsuigate Party" before and after the Game. A class party Saturday evening for the Class may develop. Details to follow!!

(3) Homecoming 1984: Let us know what you would like for our 25th Anniversary.

(4) '59 Summer Picnic We are looking for a date and a place late in August or early September! Any suggestions? Any volunteers?

(5) Class Luncheons: all on Tuesday— 9 June, 14 July, and 11 August at Ft. McNair " O " Club 11:45-1:15.

(6) '59 Spring Fling: Saturday, 30 May, 8:00 PM^?? at Judy and Mike Coopers, 5736 Wooden Hawk Ln., Burke VA (PH 250-5151) B.Y.O.B. Plus your favorite Hors D'Oeuvres.

Mix, softdrinks and beer will be provided.

Rise'n shine . . . . and send those letters/cards to me at Crete.

sustenance).

1330 Navy vs. William & Mary.

1800 Postgame casual dining at Qtrs " B " DTNSRDC Beer, wine and soft drinks to go with ample hot entrees enough to meet anyone's appetite.

Homecoming Chainnan Dick Pariseau says there may be a need for recreation vehicles to be on the scene eariy to reserve our location.

Drop Dick a line at 6811 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield VA 22152 or call Jim Knorr AV 2812271.

Would hke to also report that 18 "involved" '60ers gathered at the Orieans House in very busy downtown Rosslyn, Virginia, on 21 May 1981 to plan for the reunion and other events.

Vice President Gene Gasser and officers Perry Benson, BUI Townsend and Chuck Bingemer led the discussion with attendees Larty Lavely, BiU Dimsdale, John Murray, Casey Jones, Jim Knorr, Harris Sperling, Duane Tollaksen, Dick Pariseau, Al Arcuni, Roy Hughes. Joe Hoffman, Dick Shawkey, Don Boecker and Ken Loveland. Would like to see more loyal supporters at our 20 August 1981 meeting at the Orieans House.

Capt. Chuck Crigler, C O . of R . C OWENS in the news recently for his ship's involvement in rescuing Vietnam refugees.

60 Secy, Raymond T. Burkley Burkley Associates P.O. Box 496, Cupertino CA 95014 Percent Members: 52 Soon (it"s all relative) after you read this article you will receive a letter amplifying the Homecoming '81 Class of 1960 festivities.

Under the leadership of Ron Brandquist, the Washington-Annapolis Chapter has planned a high-quality but low-budget 21st reunion. We encourage all Classmates to attend and welcome children and friends of '60 to attend the pregame tailgate party at the North End (near Goat Club sign) and post game "hot and heavy" hors d'oeuvres at Jim Knorr's quarters overlooking the Sevem. The Reunion Committee isn't beyond having our own friendly '60 athletic competition on the golf links, tennis courts or jogging paths (side bets at your own risk). To put in a plug for the Homecoming Alumni Golf Tournaments on Friday. 23 October, it would be awesome to have '60 represented in all handicap flights!

To summarize here is some planning data for our 21st Reunion: 24 October 1200 Tailgate Party consisting of Bloody Marys, beer, soda and snacks for $2.00/ person (heavy lunchers bring additional

R. Charles Schroeder The following info received on Capt. Chuck Schroeder, who was recently ordered to command of Air Development Squadron FOUR at Pt. Mugu, California. Chuck has had a most interesting career since graduation, flying off RANGER with Fighter Squadron NINETY ONE after being designated naval aviator in 1962.

Later duty was on board BON HOMME RICHARD in which he made three Westem Pacific deployments, then became a flight instmctor. In 1970 he took a Master of Science degree at PG school, then became maintenance officer for Fighter Squadron FIFTY ONE aboard CORAL SEA.

He later was operations officer for Fighter Squadron ONE TWENTY ONE, then had command of Fighter Squadron TWENTY ONE in RANGER, with another tour in WesPac. Later in RANGER he had command of Carrier Air Wing TWO, and during this cruise he recorded the 1000th carrier arrested landing of his career. His most recent duty has been in Washington as assistant head. Strike Warfare Branch of the Systems Analysis Division, office of the Chief of Naval Operations. He and Joyce and the two children, Michael and Laurie Ann, will reside at Point Mugu.

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Cort. Sec'y, Mr. James L. George 17801 HoUingsworth Dr., Derwood MD 20855 Percent Members: 54 Needless to say, this secretary was a htde dismayed to see an Editor's note at the beginning ofthe April column. Flashes ofthe dreaded R & R crossed my mind. And, 1 do not mean Rest and Recreation, but the Rewrite and Resubmit we all feared on our 1st class papers. I know this is our big 20th reunion year, but I thought that was carrying nostalgia a little too far. Anyway. I was relieved, if not somewhat embarrassed, that it was not a R & R, but a note from the very vigilant Shipmate staff about my Naval Institute Proceedings Prize Essay.

Thanks, gang—I think.

The Naval Institute's award ceremony this year was at the postgraduate school in Mon terey. which afforded me the side benefit of seeing two Classmates: Dick Garritson who is the naval engineering cunicular officer, and Mike Roth, the computer technology cunicular officer. Dick had been expecting orders this Summer, but will probably be extended for a year. Mike wiU be leaving for the Naval War CoUege. but since it is only for a year, he intends to leave wife and kids in Monterey in order for the chUdren to finish school. Anyway, at a reception after the ceremony I had a good time visiting with Dick and wife Joan and Mike and his spouse Ruth.

Unfortunately, while it's nice to get accolades, even award winners make mistakes. In the May Shipmate, we had hoped that we had gotten the line captain selection list cortect, but apparentiy we missed at least one—Bob Fitch—sorry. Bob. One of the problems was that the Ust came out at press time and given rather hastUy over the phone. Actually, I think we listed someone not in the class, but since no one noticed I won't teU. While I hope the hsting is now correct, if not, just drop me a line. fWhere was the vigUant Shipmate staff when I needed them?)

We have been notified that the wiimer of the Class of 1961 U.S. Naval Academy Prize is Midshipman First Class Jay Troy Grafton, Jr., son of Cdr. and Mrs. Jay T. Grafton of Alexandria, Virginia. Jay, a member of the 24th Company, is a math major. He wUl be commissioned an ensign and then go to Nuclear Power School. Treasurer Ben Gerson will present the award this year.

Either Mark Moore is very popular or he owes his former roommates some money. Both Dan March and PhU MerriU wrote letters asking his address. WhUe not lost, Mark is now flying out of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, which is not exactly next door. I will send the address.

Dan March writes that he has just assumed command ofthe USS PONCE (LPD-15) which I think would make him one of our first Captain Captains. WhUe happy to get the command.

which is his third, Dan departed in June for a SVi month Med craise and writes that "unfortunately, I will miss our 20th Reunion."

Phil MerriU writes that he is concluding his Air Force career as the director of engineering for the Air Force Plant Representative Office (APPRO) at the Boeing Company in Seattle.

Phil will be retired as of 1 July and expects to stay in the area. He invites all passing through to stop by at 8040 84th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island WA 98040.

The column received notice that Andy Salko has joined the Mount Vemon Realty Company as one of its realtors with their Woodlawn Office. Andy's office number is 703/780-0050.

The local Washington Chapter of the Uth Company assembled for its semi-annual camping trip at the Wildemess Resort near Fredericksburg, Virginia, over the first week end in May. Graciously arranged by Doris and Bob McLaughlin, the week end found eight brave and hearty families leaving the cold winds and torrential downpour of Washington behind for the warmth of the campfire and the often dry humor which abounded. Those campers extraordinaire answering to muster at Friday evening happy hour were Bob and Doris, Miriam and Dave Stem, Maiji and Mike Jones, Ann and Bob KeUy, Mack and Rod Bubeck, GG and Bert Cassels, and Judy and Roger Onorati. Notably tardy were Kipper and Tim Degavre who assessed the weather on Friday and decided that no one in their right minds would opt for other than the warmth of their own home. How wrong they were. Their Saturday arrival was greeted by an appropriate round of hisses, boos, and deleted expletives, albeit uttered rather quietly by the brave ones, because the resonance of any loud noises bouncing around one's head was entirely inappropriate to the occasion, in view of the quantity of hbations which flowed the night before.

Bert Cassels was kind enough to supply and cook enough fried chicken for Friday night's meal to keep the Red Chinese Army fed for the next three cultural revolutions. It was ramored that trading on Holly Farms stock was suspended on Wall Street that week. Other than Bob KeUy's consistent inability to "score" at the expense of Roger Onorati, the highlight of the week end was the constraction ofthe Miriam Stem Memorial Shrine which commemorated the hole into which she stepped when she broke her ankle on Saturday night. A quick trip to the hospital resulted in her retum to "party central" within hours, using a makeshift cratch which conspicuously resembled a tennis racket to aid her in hobbling around between dranks.

The next camping trip for this august group is being planned for Labor Day week end, providing everyone is stiU alive by then.

Finally, there are a couple of important messages cocnceming class matters. The first is from Bob Hofford with the latest on the fund drive: We're on the way! As of this writing, 152 members of the Class have contributed $8,471.61.

Are You Coming Home for Homecoming?

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For those who have not yet participated, please take a moment NOW to send in your check Make it out to: USNA Alumni Association. BE SURE TO EARMARK YOUR TAXDEDUCTIBLE GIFT TO THE CLASS OF '61 MEMORIAL FUND BY SO NOTING ON THE CHECK. The purpose of this special fund drive was weU covered in the last issue of Shipmate, so won't repeat it here. We have two goals: to raise $20,000 prior to Homecoming 1981; and to achieve 100% participation from the Class. We feel that the projects chosen to memorialize those of the Class who have gone before are very worthwhile. We're asking for your support.

Second, we have an important message from the president: Can you believe it? Less than three months ago on 7 June, the members of the WGNAC (World's Greatest Naval Academy Class) completed our second decade of "liberation" from being totally govemed by the provisions of USNA Regs. It's really hard to believe that all you young-looking, macho guys I see at the class luncheons and various disco joints around town are actually that old. To celebrate that important mUestone in our lives, plans for our forthcoming 20th reunion are all on track for Homecoming Weekend, October 23-25. You should have received by now the final class mailing containing the week end's schedule of events, as weU as a request for the balance of payment for your participation. If you haven't received it yet, please contact Vic Karcher, 301/ 267-2433, and he will mail you one immediately.

A tremendous tumout is anticipated, with Classmates coming from as far East as Saudi Arabia and as far West as Hawaii. If you haven't sent your reservations yet, it's not too late.

Make it a point to spend a week end swapping lies about how tough it was in the old days with your Classmates. Hope to see you here.

I'd like to bring you up-to-date on a few other items of business also. Your class executive committee has been extremely active, trying to keep the Class ranning efficiently and in the black. We recently updated our long-range corporate plan, a copy of which will be handed out to everyone at homecoming. We also conducted a comprehensive review of the Class Constitution and by-laws and voted to make one change of which you should be aware. Executive committee members, who are elected from among the Classmates residing in the AnnapolisBaltimore-Washington area, will now serve terms of two years, rather than one. The costs and inefficiencies associated with annual elections and resultant turnovers could not be justified, therefore the change was made. Other than that, it was determined that our organization is basicaUy sound, both administratively and financially, and is proceeding along a course which should keep the good name of the Class of 1961 secure for many years to come.

As I complete the first year of my term as president, 1 am encouraged by the newfound enthusiasm and support we are getting, not only from the Classmates in the local area who are so generously donating their time and effort to serve as Executive or 20th Reunion Committee members, or to assist in matters such as the annual fund drive, but also from those formerly dormant Classmates from around the country and the world who seem to be taking an active interest in supporting our many recent endeavors. Things are looking up, and I have nothing but an optomistic outlook toward the future.

Roger Onorati.

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And just a short note on Roger. The Brigade of Midshipmen Bulletin for 30 April states that Capt. Onorati is the first naval officer selected for the Senior Executive Course at the Sloane School of Management at MIT, so he should have left the Academy by the time you read this. And his job as officer rep for football should have been taken by Al Cheaure '61.

Next month we will give a detaUed schedule for the Big Twentieth Homecoming. However, do not wait until then for reservations: only two months left for THE event.

Get It Done with '61!

62 Sec'y, Cdr. Howard Pinskey SC USNR-R P.O. Box 3380 Annapohs MD 21403 Percent Members: 55 Summertime is upon us and I hope everyone is enjoying good health at this great time of the year. Please note the new address for our Shipmate correspondence. We now have a Post Office box and a new zip code, but still the great town of Annapohs. It's easier to remember a box number so you can now begin to mail in those cards, letters, and photos you've been holding all year long.

Shortly the entire Class will receive our yearly summer flyer filled with various kinds of information conceming the following topical subjects. Our president's newsletter, ballots for class elections. Homecoming '81 information and reservations. Homecoming '82 information package, class project and class financial report.

If you do not receive this by the middle of August please notify me at once and one will be mailed out immediately.

Now for our monthly news.

Jerry Crumly informs us that he assumed command of Training Squadron TWO on 30 April this year. The squadron is based at NAS Whiting Field at Melton, Florida. Remember Second Class Summer?

Jerry goes on to say that, "Recently Dave Bourland passed through and gave me a call. He is CO of VF-301 at NAS Miramar. Also Isom Ingram showed up from NAS Pax River, where he flies with VXN-8.

"Pat and I reside in Pensacola with our three children and have had the following assignments: VP-4, naval postgrad school, SARATOGA, STRATANALSUPPGRU Washington, VP-56, US Taiwan Defense Command, VT-2.

"It's been fun. Would like to hear from anyone passing through Pensacola."

From the West Coast, Fred Badger writes that he has been appointed president, northem operations, for Finnegan-White Inc. Management Consultants. The office is located in Walnut Creek, Califomia.

Mike Brown, wife Charlene and two daughters reside on a 150-acre farm north of Branswick, Georgia. After getting his degree from Georgia State and master's from San Francisco State, Mike held various business positions, then settied in Branswick, Georgia, where he is president of Hopeton Capital Corporation.

The Browns raise Charolais cattle and rabbits, rabbits, rabbits on their farm. Anyone passing through the area on the way to Disney World or changing duty stations is cordially invited to stop by and be prepared for some good 'ole fashioned southern hospitality.

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That's our brief story for this mid-summer edition. Your Classmates would Uke to hear from you. Now is a great time to write and even send a photo from the summer's activities.

63 Sec'y, Mr. W. Douglas Davidson 3730 Cardiff Road Chevy Chase MD 20015 Percent Members: 52 As you read this, the Class of 1981 wiU have been added to the roles of Alumni. Getting close to that magic number of 1983! The Mitre Corporation has named Ed Brady technical director ofthe newly formed Navy Systems Engineering Division. The new division is in the corporations Washington Command, Control and Communications (C) operations. He previously had been associate technical director of battlefield systems integration and evaluation division.

Before joining Mitre, Ed was a group leader with Computer Sciences Corporation in Saigon; a partner in Southeast Asia Computer Association; and with the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam, first in the U.S. Army from first lieutenant through major, then as special assistant to the director of the Phoenix program.

Ed and his wife Kathy and son Alexandri live in Vienna, Virginia.

Via Phil Gubbins we have word of Ted Bowman who since September 1980 has been a division manager in the Paris office of EDS Nucleor. Inc. His U.S. mailing address is T. E. Bowman, c/o EDS Nucleor, Inc., 445 Broad Hollow Road, MolvUle NY 11747. Also in the Paris area are George Tracy, Joel Gardiner and Roland Fontaine. Ted says if they get a few more residents they will start a Paris Alumni Chapter.

(If you do I'll volunteer to be the official Shipmate correspondent to cover the first meeting!)

Vern Von Sydow recently advised that he wUI be departing JCS in May for "toot and whistle" school in Newport, Rhode Island, enroute to his next billet as XO of OKINAWA homeported in San Diego. If anyone passes through San Diego, please give Vern a call so he can try out his new Margarita recipe. Vern and Gail had dinner recently with Julie and Ron Testa in D.C. Ron is presently attending the National War College and has screened to take over the VP training squadron in Jacksonville in the near future.

During his brief tour to Washington, Vera has served as a trastee of the Class foundation; we appreciate his contribution and will miss him.

A forthcoming book and movie. The Dark Angel, by Fred Wayne is a story which involves one of our Classmates, Frank Lee TiUotson, when Lee served as executive officer of Fighter Squadron 51 in San Diego. It seems that one of Lee's best young officers feU victim to PCP (Angel Dust) which was being smuggled in the baggage hole of a commercial airline flight. The Navy lieutenant and his luggage were enroute to Pensacola and a month's stay at the Naval Air Station's Electronic Warfare School when the dangerous halucinogenic drug spilled and penetrated his bags and his clothing. Everytime the lieutenant made contact with his belongings he went totally out of control. He was taken to an emergency room but when the blood test failed to show any reason for his condition he was told to get some rest and check in with the dispensary the next day. The lieutenant was terrified and one of his first caUs for help was to Lee TiUotson. He recommended he stay in the

hospital, forget about school, and pursue medical help. After much testing, traces of PCP were found in the lieutenant's blood and he was found unfit for duty by virtue of misconduct (drug abuse). While he was waiting to be discharged, his wife sent samples of the soiled clothes to a poison control lab for analysis and the tmth came out. He was reinstated and his good name restored. The moral—stay off commercial flights and Fly Navy.

Dick Omohundro, who is now a vice president of Merrill Lynch in the Boston office, is planning a Row on the Sevem along with the other class crew members for our 20th reunion. He reports that Paul Quinn will once again coach for that event. Dick sent us a letter from Beth and Dave Konold who have been home on furiough from missionary duty in Korea. They had been visiting in Indianapolis and Long Beach and were planning to retum to Korea in April.

This is a relatively short article for one reason—I had relatively little input! If you haven't done so lately, sit down and write a letter about what you are doing and Classmates you have seen. Our Class was never known to be bashful, so let us know what you are doing.

Quality—'63!

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Sec'y, Cdr. James Baumstark, USN 10420 Collingham Dr. Fairfax VA 22032 Corr. Sec'y, Jerold F. (Jerry) Anderson 5173 Dungannon Rd. Fairfax VA 22030 703/278-8277 Percent Members: 56 No one has stepped forward to relieve the watch yet, so you are still stuck with me. Keep sending your cards and letters to the above address until further notice.

Richard L. Keyser Dick Keyser is moving up in the corporate world. He was recently named executive director of the parts business for Cummins Engine Co., Inc. Dick joined Fleetguard, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Cummins in 1971. Since 1977 he has served as general manager of parts operations for Cummins. Dick holds an MBA degree from Harvard. He and wife, Mary Ellen, now live in Columbus, Indiana, with their two chUdren, Jeffrey and Jennifer.

Jim Baumstark took command of USS LAPON (SSN-661) on May 22 in Norfolk. Jim had been working on the Tndent program in Washington pnor to his command assignment.

Jim Arrison phoned to say he was leaving the area and is taking command of USS JOHN HANShipmate, July-August 1981

COCK (DD-981) at Charieston on May 19. He also had some hews on other surface warfare officers. Russ Buckley is scheduled to go to San Diego to be CO of HOEL, a DDG. Steve Saulnier

Gary Robinson, Nancy and Pete Tamny and Alice and Jim WUson at the USC football games each Fall. Pete works for Lehman Bros. Inc. (investments), Gary works for Bechtel Corp., is curtendy CO of USS FLETCHER ( D D - 9 9 2 ) , and Jim has a Ph.D. in math and works for a homeported in San Diego. According to Jim, research firm. Also received a letter from Chuck Ken Viafore is leaving OSD for San Diego also, Zschock, who is finishing up his tour as Comwhere he is slated to be a CO too, although Jim mander Task Group 168.3, providing intellididn't know which ship. gence support to the European Forward Area, Jim also reported ranning into Marty PhUIips operating out of Naples. Chuck has orders to Suitland (near DC) where he'll continue his in. of all places. Busch Gardens amusement park near WUIiamsburg. Marty is CO of VA-195 Spook business with COMNAVINTCOM and at Lemoore. Califomia. Other aviators Jim had likely reside in the townhouse he owns in Burke, heard about included Jack Dantone who had fin- Virginia. ished his tour as CO of VF-14 and was at Don Hallwachs called in with some news, too.

NAV AIRLANT. Brent Bennitt, who was CO Don left the Navy and for some years has been of VA-105, is now in nuclear power training at working with Sperry in their SEACOR CH-53 Oriando for a possible slot as XO of a CVN. Simulator and currently resides in Vienna, VirScott Harmon called in too. He is presently ginia. He has ran across numerous Classmates working with the National Park Service in the in his Navy reserve unit, VP-68, in Patuxent, Washington area. He was on his way to work Maryland. Don reports that Dick Harris, now on a project at Pearl Harbor and was checking an airline pilot, has recently received orders to fleet up from XO to CO of VP-68 reserve unit on Classmates in the area.

Ace correspondent J. Mallory Taylor, Pete's and Dennis Weidekind is also assigned to that dad, wrote to bring us up-to-date on his son's fine group. Meanwhile, Lloyd Abbot is now XO activities. (If you are an avid follower of Ship- of VP-45/49 reserve unit and Frank Calkins remate, you know we never hear from Pete!) Pete cently transferred from this outfit. Lloyd is a is now in BeeviUe, Texas, as XO of VT-24 after pilot for Translntemational Airlines. Don also finishing War CoUege in Newport, and hopes to reports that ol" Jimmy Tucker has been sighted fleet up to CO this Fall. Mr. Taylor commented in a reserve VP squadron at NAS Memphis. Don on one of the Shipmate articles involving Dave RaUsback dropped by the office indicating that Tomherg and Wayne Arny and the fact that his dastardly detailer has been threatening to Toraberg couldn't make it home after the party transfer him from his present billet with NAVwas over. His comment, "I can remember when AIR to join the harried group of '65ers now in OP-96, now including Froggy Kristensen, those guys could hold their own!!"

Jim Craven, an attorney in Durham, North Andy Fahy, yours traly, and Doyle Borchers, Carolina, wrote to say he just graduated from due to report this Summer. Don has had operDivinity School at Duke, getting a Master of ational tours in A-4s and A-7s and, with his wife Jan and two daughters, lives in Springfield, VirDivinity degree, and is stUI practicing law.

Jim is also active as a reservist (JAGC) in the ginia. Don reports that another Classmate, John Blue and Gold program and John Kendall (also Coleman, works near him in the advanced development section of NAV AIR. I noted in Aviaan attorney in North CaroUna) is his CO! Gerry Evans continues to direct our Wash- tion Week that Bernie Smith is our first aviator ington-area class luncheon that takes place at to get command of an air wing. He has relieved Fort Myer O'Club on the 4th Thursday of each as CVW-3 out of Cecil Field, Jacksonville.

The April DC area luncheon (held monthly odd-numbered month. His office number is 6942983. CaU him to get on the Washington phone on the third Tuesday at 1130 at the Sheraton Ust. As afinal note to this month's column Gerry National, near the Navy Annex) included, reported seemg Emory Brown recently and among others, Jerry Robinson, Pete Gness, found out EM is now a grandfather. Can any- Mike Goodwin, Skip Shealy, Doug Katz, Andy Fahy, Clem Meehan and Chip Seymour. Jerry body top that? was down from North Stonington, Connecticut, where he's vice president of Analysis Technology, Inc. doing oceanographic and ASW research work. Jerry Robinson, his wife Kathy Sec'y, Cdr. Dave Anderson USN and daughter, live in Kingston, Rhode Island.

0PNAVSUPPACT/(OP 961E1) Skip Shealy toils also in the Pentagon with a Washington DC 20350 Suriface ASW R&D code and, with his wife 202/695-7452 Bunny and three kids, lives in Crofton, MaryPercent Members: 58 land. Mike Goodwin is with the comptroller's Greetings, Shipmates!! Trast your Summer office at BUPERS (now the Naval Military Perso far has found you all well, poised to take pen sonnel Command) and also has three kids. His to paper and provide an update on your life and wife's name is Linda and they live in Dumfries, times to your intrepid and straggling corte- Virginia. Chip Seymour, of course, is still head spondent. We have reached the 20-year anni- of officer retention at NMPC and he and his wife versary wherein we were all thrown together for Mary and two daughters, live in Alexandria. the first time, and if your name has not been in Andy Fahy, working down the hall, lives in Anprint lately, it's most appropriate for a chronicle nandale with his wife Barbi and two girls.

Noteworthy is the fact that Mike, Chip and of your lofty achievements. 'Nuff said.

Did receive this month a couple of letters, Andy all have orders to leave the area this SumweU above the average. Chris Manger wrote and mer to command one of the new FFGs now reported his completion of medical school and under constraction. At this rate '65 may get a four years of postgraduate training in ophthal- lock on the FFG command billets. MeanwhUe, mology at USC (1972-80). One year ago he Clem Meehan is with NASA and lives in Aropened his private practice in ophthalmology Ungton with his wife Betsy.

Received a call from J.B. Doherty, reporting in Laguna HiUs, Califomia, specializing in cataract extractions and lens implant surgery. some sad news (see next paragraph) and proChris and his wife Carol have seen Judy and viding an update on his activities. J.B. resigned

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from the Navy in 1970, took his MBA from Stanford in '72 and now works in Philly with a private venture capital financing firm.

Finally, was notified by several sources ofthe untimely death of one of our Classmates. Richard Mansfield Hamilton passed away on 27 April 1981. Rick had suffered for some years with Hodgkin's Disease. After graduation and nuclear power training. Rick spent his active duty time on board USS JOHN MARSHALL (SSBN-) and resigned in 1970. He received an MBA from Stanford Business School and had been working for Norton Corp. of Worcester at the time of his death. He is survived by his widow Dola, a son and his parents. On behalf of USNA '65,1 wish to express heartfelt condolences to the family of this fine Classmate.

66 East Coast Corres.: Cdr. Thomas I. Eubanks USN 7700 Mulberty Bottom Lane Springfield VA 22153 West Coast Corres.: Mr. Robert G. Johnson, Jr. P.O. Box 1011 La Jolla CA 92037 Percent Members: 52

67 Sec'y, LCdr. John C. Lawlor, Jr. USNR (TAR) 871 Five Forks Road Virginia Beach VA 23455 Percent Members: 52

68 Sec'y/Treas., LCdr. Warren T. Spaeth, Jr. USN Oceanography Dept., USN Annapolis MD 21402 Percent Members: 52 As I said in the one previous '68 column, there reaUy is a Class of '68. I guess it's the column writer who disappears. WeU, we've got lots of news to catch up on, so let's get started.

First a bit of sad news to report. Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to Linda Ludwig and children after the tragic aircraft accident which took the life of our Classmate, John Ludwig. John had been working as a test pilot for Hughes Helicopter of Carisbad, Califomia, at the time of the accident last Fall.

Majors Chuck Dittmar and Marv Floom served in the Armed Forces Presidential Inaugural Committee. Marv is the executive assistant in the engineering department at the Naval Academy, and Chuck and his wife are residing in Annandale, Virginia.

Pat and Hal Jones are in sunny SigoneUa, Italy, where Hal pilots choppers for Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 24. Hal also participated in the extensive earthquake relief operations in Naples and vicinity last Winter. Edie and Don Smith are in Winter Park, Florida; well anyway, Edie is, because Don is aboard INDEPENDENCE at sea with VF-102. John VeUis was recendy 93

graduated from the Armed Forces Staff College in Norfolk, Virginia. John is bound, who knows where, but certainly for more gold. Dick Evert is flying with VF-124 out of Miramar, San Diego.

Dick, is it trae that it's still raining in Califomia?

Danielle and Joe Mazza, are in Moffett Field where Joe is attached to VP-48. Maybe Danielle will let us know if the squadron is back from Okinawa yet. Jim Pearson participated in "Coldex 8 1 " in Northem Norway as OPS boss of the amphib AUSTIN. Jim is rumored to have tried a bit of reindeer steak.

Jim Webb has done it again in the literary field. After his very successful Fields of Fire, his latest book. Sense of Honor, seems headed for the best-seller Ust as weU. While creating a minor controversy at good old USNA, Jim's novel is a fictional story about the life of a midshipman at the Academy in the watershed year of 1968. Many of the current midshipmen who have read the book are looking up graduates of the illustrious Class of that year and posing the question, "Is that what the Academy was reaUy like back in 1968?" Sense of Honor—give it a try: I'd love to have your comments. Jim, by the way, was under serious consideration by President Reagan to head the Veteran's Administration, but he declined the offer.

On the high seas we find Ron Berning, XO of BRISCOE out of NORVA, and Dave Edwards is XO of AINSWORTH, out of the same fine city.

Special Congrats to Cathy and Steve Etter and family. Steve was recently elected to the vice presidency of Bishopric, Inc., and thus executive responsibility for Lastiglas Industries, a subsidiary of Bishopric, in Cincinnati.

No plans have been made thus far for any formal or informal parties at Homecoming Weekend, 23-25 October 1981. If you plan to be in town and would like to get something going, please let me or Al Thacker know as soon as possible. However, please note that all tickets for the various function (football games, etc.) are to be purchased individually, not via the Class.

FinaUy, the end is near. 1 regret that there have been a few lapses in news in the '68 column (other than my name) during the past months.

Due to my other commitments, 1 have reluctantly decided to relinquish the position of class secretary. Al Thacker has graciously volunteered to take over, while 1 will retain the position of class treasurer. (They tell me that's where the money is.) It has been fun. Thank you for your letters, and keep them coming. Al is an excellent fiction writer, and, in point of fact, he has supplied most of the info for this column. His address is: LCdr. Al Thacker USN, Deputy for Management, USNA, Annapolis MD 21402. Have a great Summer, and a safe one.

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Sec'y, Mr. Steve Brixey 10161 Marshall Pond Rd. Burke VA 22015 Percent Members: 44 The first news this month is sad news: Gerry Jenkins was killed in an accident aboard a carrier in the Atlantic on 17 March. Dan George wrote to say that he, Bruce Lawson, who said the eulogy, and Mike Lettieri attended the funeral and served as bearers.

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his eight-year-old son live in Coronado.

Mike is now furloughed from the airlines and is a reserve back on active duty, working with VR at North Island. He and his family live in Bonita.

Dan finished his training with VS-41, the VS Rag for the S-3 Viking, and reported as safety department head in VS-33 in June. His wife Mary and two sons Chris (7) and Jon (4) live in Chula Vista.

Dan wrote that he frequently sees Tom PhUIips who is a helicopter pilot and is the maintenance officer in the HS Rag in San Diego. He, his wife Glenda and children Tommy (6) and Laura (3), live in Chula Vista.

We had another Washington area luncheon on 5 May. The tumout was not as large this time, but those of us who made it enjoyed ourselves. Our next luncheon will be held the first Tuesday in August. I've asked Jim Webb '68 to be our guest speaker if his schedule permits.

At the luncheon Tom Craser gave me a list of several of our Classmates and their duty assignments. The list follows: Fred Gritzen, from NROTC Marquette to asst. eng. USS PELELIU (LHA-5), Steve Lieberman, enroute XO USS TRENTON (LPD-14), BUI Coxe, enroute navigator USS NASSAU ( L H A - 4 ) , Gary Goodmundson

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the cord from Mother B. again, and headed West to NPGS. Someone on the selection board obviously overlooked my attendance record at the academic boards. In fact, if it had not been for the good graces of RAdm. Calvert, I never would have gotten past the green table.

A few reflections on the USNA of today.

Despite the sometimes negative press we have received over the past two years, 1 haven't seen any major differences between the press of '81 and the press of'70. As always, sensationalism, exaggeration, and distortion sell papers and magazines. Just imagine what they would have done with a certain 'pep rally.' The Academy is still producing dedicated, motivated, very talented young officers. There are some things missing—bracing up, squaring comers, 1st Class and 2nd Class Alley, Upper Class Ladders, a long Plebe Summer, Pep Rallies, June Week—but their value depends on your perspective. As for me, 1 have enjoyed my 22 months here, and thoroughly enjoyed the position as class secretary. I would like to thank again all those who worked on the reunion and those of you who have helped to keep the cobwebs in my mail box to a minimum.

Ken Nelson (35) will be relieving me as secretary. His address is: LCdr. Ken Nelson USN, Division of Professional Development, USNA, Annapohs MD 21402.

1 am sure he'll be glad to get your mail—so—keep it coming!

USS INCHON ( L P H - 1 2 ) , Bob Mayo, 1st Ueuten-

ant, USS PELELIU, Dave Juarin-OPS USS CLEVELAND ( L P D - 7 ) , Ed Anglim—from staff COMNAVSURFPAC to XO USS JUNEAU

(LPD-10) in Febraary, Mike Masica, to asst. air boss USS INCHON. Pete Reith, XO USS POINT DEFIANCE (LSD-3 1) since January, Terry Dillon, XO Amphibs Constraction Battalion Two in Little Creek, Gary Hein, XO Amphibs Constraction Battalion One in Coronado, Jim Speer enroute XO USS THORN (DD-988), Howie Klein, enroute XO USS OLDENDORF (DD-972), Gary O'DonneU, XO USS KINCAID (DD-965), Rich

Gano at the Naval War College. Slated as XO USS PREBLE (DDG-46), Greg Hansen, XO USS JOHN A. MOORE ( F F G - 1 9 ) Precom in San Diego,

to be homeported in San Diego, and Tom Cruser detach July/August from NAVMILPERSCOM enroute XO USS CONOLLY ( D D - 9 7 9 ) .

Tom also included some info on his fellow Clay Grubb and Len Supko in Cairo Tenth Company mates: Tom LaForce is a re- The Short Note Department craiter for an executive search firm in CleveCarolyn Grubb sent along the photograph of land, Ken Cech is on a LATWING staff in Jax, Clay Grubb and Len Supko. The background is going to CAG OPS in FORRESTAL (CV-60), Rich Perkins, Intel officer on COMPHIBRON the front of the Cairo Museum in Egypt. Clay THREE staff, going to defense Intel school in and Len served with the U. N. Observer Force Washington in August, Jim Higgins, asst. ops in Palestine. The Supkoes (Len. Pam, Brian (5) and Stephanie (2)) are now in DC where Len is in MOUNT WHITNEY ( L C C - 2 0 ) in Norfolk, and Bob McDevitt, now an engineering duty officer assigned to HQMC Clay, Carolyn, Eric (5), and Alex (3) Grubb are situated in Monterey where working in VaUejo, California.

Finally, while in Dallas on business in April Clay is in the OPS Analysis program.

Katie and Ed McKenny have crossed the big 1 ran into Rick Lottie who works for EDS. He and his wife and son live in Colts Neck, New pond to settle in Hong Kong. Ed is the manager, Jersey, but may return to the Dallas area soon. southem service division of Caterpillar Far East Limited. Maggie (5-1/2). Erin (22 months), and Patrick (4 months) will certainly have unique childhood memories.

Thanks, Katie, for the other news you passed on: Jennifer and C. J. Ihrig and their two giris, Sec'y, LCdr. Bob Burton SC USN Melissa and Lauren are headed to NPGS in USNA Midshipmen Store Monterey.

Annapolis MD 21402 Sharon and Dave Phillips have taken their Percent Members: 50 crew (5 children) to Yokosuka. Dave will be in Head'em up! Move'em out! Looks like it's USS BLUERIDGE (LCC-19). time for my last roundup as recorder of the epic Roy Connell has joined VAW-126. Seems hke chronicles of the Class of '70. On 22 May I cut he spent some time in Keflavik as OIC of an

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advanced det that never made it North. Bad enough. However, the squadron held his welcome aboard while he was vacationing in Iceland.

The last we heard of Dean Knuth was that he was doing wonders for both the Navy and the USGA. Seems like the lovesong ofthe links was too great to ignore and Dean will be leaving the Navy in November to join the staff of the USGA as director of handicapping. Lots of luck!

Fortune finds Steve Hazelrig and Chris Beivjes as test pilots at Pax River.

Stu Powrie is flying with the Blue Angels and was here for the Commissioning Week show this year. He also plans to be in the Monterey area the last week in October.

Congratulations are in order for Jeff Kaylor.

Jeff was awarded the Coast Guard Commendation Medal for his part in the helicopter rescue of two men trapped on scaffolding inside the 650 foot smokestack of the Wisconsin Power & Light Plant at Portage, Wisconsin. Jeff was copUot of the helicopter that pulled the men from their perilous position 350 feet above the ground and 300 feet from the top.

Gmo Marchetti is trying to organize a class luncheon. Any interested Classmates in the local Virginia, Maryland, and DC area, give him a call and help make it a big success. Gino works at NavSea in Crystal City: Autovon 222-7700.

So ends my latest and last missive. Thanks forthe news and the articles. Help make Ken's job easier by keeping his mailbox full—besides it's nice to know what everyone's up to. If anyone happens through the Monterey area after June, come by and see Shari and me. Take care.

71 Sec'y, Maj. Charles E. Boyer HI USMC FootbaU Office Ward Hall USNA, Annapohs MD 21402 Percent Members: 45 So many letters have arrived this month. It's really great to hear from so many of our Classmates. Without further prattle, let me share the news they have passed on to us.

Ron Comelison has settled down in Alexandria. Quite the entrepreneur, he helped start SEACOR but is seUing out his interests in that organization shortly to devote his talents to his new business. Integrated Systems Analysts, Inc. Ron left the Navy in 1977 but not before getting his M.S. and MBA out in Califomia. Not only being a business owner has Ron excited.

He was married on 31 January to the former Lillian Saunders. Our congratulations to you both, and best wishes for a happy life together.

My old friend John BaU sent me a note to say that he and Jim Loiselle graduated from Test PUot School in June. Both will remain on at Pax River to test new helicopters. In the next class behind John and Jim, Bob Cabana will graduate in December. Frank Culbertson will be starting his school this month. Also in the area is Jerry Werner, a graduate of the school last year and now a test pilot. Jim and John spent some time recendy touring different facilities of which one was the Johnson Space Center. No less than our own astronaut, Dave Leestma, was their tour guide. Also in the space shuttle simulator was Scott Burd, an engineer for launch procedures.

In the area but not to be found was Barry BosweU, an engineer for NASA. John also mentions that John Long is patiently waiting his orders Shipmate, July-August 1981

to Test PUot School. Seems he expected to be in the class that convenes this month, but hadn't received his orders as of the writing of this letter.

We should aU commend Marsha and Jim Brick for their tremendous effort in preparing a really great letter about many of our Classmates. Let me see if 1 can break this down for everyone.

Ed Ammons and Jack Balcom work at Ford with Jim. All live within a four-mile radius of each other.

Barbara and Pete Flannery hosted Jim in New London during his two-week reserve active duty. Pete is back in the Navy as the weapons officer of ALEXANDER HAMILTON,

As for the rest ofthe 27th Company, Marsha and Jim have compiled an impressive summary for me to relate to you. Marsha gathered all this information while preparing this Company Newsletter. (Better contact him if you graduated in 27th Company—she does not want to miss anyone).

Joan and Dan Brown are in Monterey at the NPGS. Ross Burkhead (he has a new bride) flies for Delta out of New Orleans.

Barbara and BUI Cocos are still in St. Louis where Bill owns his own plumbing business.

Sandy and Dave Lee are in North Carolina working in private industry.

Mary and John Martin are civilians in Boston working for RCA. Mary had already lined up their sitter for Homecoming as early as March.

Bet she is excited to be there.

Mary Jane and Jim Metzger are suffering through shore duty in Hawaii. Jim is on the submarine staff there and just loves to rub it in stating that he was picking mangoes in his backyard while the rest of us shivered this past Winter.

Michele and Dana Roberts recently migrated from Hawaii to Virginia Beach. Dana is on the COMSUBLANT staff in Norfolk.

Marsha and Jim had a list of names of people they could not locate. You can contact them at 45051 Claymore Dr., Canto Ml 48187, 313/4559059.

Besides the 27th Company, Jim did mingle with others. He has heard from Jane and Pete Devos. Pete is a recent graduate of Stanford with his MBA. Susie and Jeff Loustaunau are in Freehold, New Jersey, where he works with Dupont.

Betsy and Ted Fisher Uve in Wilmington, Delaware, where he also works with Dupont. Jenny and Steve Spancake live in Houston. Steve is with Exxon.

Many thanks to the Bucks!

A couple of letters from Japan.

Terry and Bruce Gallemore are half way through a three-year tour at Yokosuka. Brace is OIC of NAVSEE ACT. He runs into Pat Doyle occasionally, but that is the extent ofthe '71ers he has seen so far. Brace has changed designator, now an EDO, and tells us that BiU Hatcher, Erick Benson, and Dave Charvat have done the same. The Gallemores will be at Homecoming in October—guess that eliminates the excuse of distance for everyone now!

A recent arrival to Yokosuka as material officer for COMSUBGRU SEVEN are Vonice and Russ Carr and they too see the Doyles often.

Vonice and Russ are planning a special tenth anniversary celebration of their own in Hong Kong this year. We will be thinking of them.

Russ tells us that he has also seen John McMacken and Tom Travis in Japan. John is the OPS/NAV in CAVALLA and Tom is working in

Submarine Squadron Seven Material Office.

Back in San Diego, Harry Sheffield is with Submarine Group Five.

The last bit of news is that Fred Ziska has reported to San Francisco for duty at the Navy Recruiting District.

Not a bad month. Once again, thanks to everyone for writing.

A last note, please check my new address.

You guessed it! 1 am leaving the academic side for the footbaU office. I wUI assume Tom O'Brien's old job—maybe 1 can stay here five years. Yes, even as a major, I find football easier and more fun than academics.

It is not too late to make arrangements for participating in the Homecoming activities.

Hope to see everyone there.

72 Acting Cort. Sec'y, LCdr. George Z. Berry USN 3093 Wellington Court Annapolis MD 21401 AV: 281-3004 (O) 301/267-3004 Percent Members: 46 I got a call from "Mad Dog" Mooney and Tom Jones recently. You know, the two who claim to be the best looking guys out of '72 . . .

Anyway they volunteered to send me an update on some people, and Tom actually got it in the mail to me. The following was put together by Tom, Mad Dog, Dave (Rosey) Rosenzweiz, and Craig Killough. Tom and Deanna live at 3654 Altamont Way, Redwood City CA 94062. Tom is branch sales manager for Prime Computer, Inc. in Palo Alto. Tara and Rosey live on Tonga Lane in Alameda where Rosey is working in commodities and options. Sweet John (Mad Dog) and Sue are at 1010 Baypoint Dr., Rodeo CA 94572. They have three boys: Joey, Michael and Brian. John was a marketing rep for IBM for three years and just recently started with Tandem Computer, Inc. as a marketing rep in San Francisco. Marilyn and Craig Killough and girls, Kara and Erin, are at 326 Weldon Ct., Benicia CA 94510. Craig is at Mare Island in SEA WOLF as the project officer. Sandy and Jim Devin are at 5730 Stonegate, Dallas TX 75209.

Jim is with Glamour Top, Inc. as a territorial manager. Pat (Slats) Grady is now on an aroundthe-world cruise after being with Cheeseborough Ponds as a salesman. His forwarding address is 420 Pier Ave., Suite C, Hermosa Beach CA 90254, and Norah and John McLaughlin are in San Diego. Rose, Matthew, Thomas and Gary Griffiths are in Endicott, New York, where Gary is with IBM. Beth, Shannon and Kevin Chambliss live in or around Groton, Connecticut. Scotty Stevens and "Huds" Wry are in Lake Tahoe, (California. They're still working the slopes at Squaw Valley. Sue and Cole Schmidt with children Kelley, Kim and Michael, were last reported in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, where Cole is a supply corps officer. Andrea, Gregg and Tom Schuler live at 517 Greenwood Dr., Albany GA 31707, and Tom is with Proctor and Gamble. Connie, Casey, Christopher and Mick Barr were last heard from near Cincinnati, Ohio. Mick is also with P. & G. Ben "Pumpkin" Reymann is in Mississippi.

Here's a shot of Pumpkin, Craig Cover, Rosey and Tom at the Super Bowl in New Orleans. You guys have maintained pretty well!

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mates and others from the 1970-76 years at USNA are warmly invited to the function. If you can come, address John at 1130 S. W. 16th Ave., Apt. 69, GainesviUe FL 32601.

My 15th Co. newsletter has been renewed, thanks to the efforts of Mike Kane. With minor editing, here U is: I'm sure that this newsletter is a surprise to some of you that 1 have not personally contacted in the past several months.

As some of you probably remember, when we graduated we had decided that a company newsletter would be a nice thing to have, but over the last eight years U has sort of fallen by the At the Super Bowl side. Well, every Christmas since then 1 have where Gary is with United California Bank. been asked by several members ofthe company Ginger, Michael, Craig, Shannon and Mike to start it up again, so here goes.

"Goose" Byers are in Cortez, Colorado. Sissy I've managed to locate everyone in the comand Tom McClowry and family are in Chicago pany except for Depeder, Thompson, and Craand Tom is with IBM. Ted Sullivan is a stock mer. If anybody has their address please arrange broker with Merrill Lynch in Sherman Oaks, to have it forwarded to me so 1 can include it Califomia. Tom Padden should be in Hawaii by in the next letter. Their homes of record did not now after being a flight instructor at Pensacola. prove fruitful in my search to track them down.

Sue and Dave Gorden are in the DC area. I think I think that Bruce Thompson is at UCLA Law Dave is with CEC there. 1 appreciate the letter, School. As for Rhino, somebody mentioned that you guys. I'll buy you a beer one of these days. he might be at Patuxent Riverflyingjets of some News releases—Larry Groves is OPS for sort. If any ofthe fellas still in the service have Marine Air Traffic Control Squadron 18 in access to an autovon line, please try to get in Okinawa. Leslie, Erin and Conrad Wigge live touch with him and send me his address. As for at Point No Point Dr., Annapolis MD 21403. He Andy, I'm at a complete loss, except that I think is a cruise missile logistics engineer at Joint he left the Navy.

Cruise Missiles Project (JCMP) in DC. Now for the news! Please excuse me for not The football team is looking good for this having all the wives' and kids' names. I'U try year! If you're in the area for any games this to include as many as 1 have, but you'U have FaU, give me a call. to correct/update me if things have changed.

Roe and Jim Schaefer with son Justin (20 months) are aboard the PRATT in South Carolina and Jim is a supply officer.

Judy and Ken Mayeaux and daughter Michelle are back in Louisiana as Ken left the Navy and Sec'y, Mr. Dirk P. D. Mosis III now works as a plant enginner. Ken is flying 709 W. Lang model planes and Judy is finishing her requireAlvinTX77511 ments for her Louisiana State teaching certifiPercent Members: 46 cate at McNeese State Univ. Michelle is two I realize that it is quality that counts and not years old with the one big ambition to get big enough to ride the school bus. You're all invited quantity, but only two (count 'em—"2"!) qualin to see the Mayeaux clan if in the neighbority letters have shown up. Come on guys, let's hood. hear from you.

John Chapman wrote from Oregon updating Mac McGinty wrote while deployed aboard me on his life since 1 last saw him in Charleston HARRY E . YARNELL ( C G - 6 1 7 ) to the waters around Africa. (Mac, can you be a bit more while he was serving aboard JAMES K . POLK and 1 was in KAMEHAMEHA both SSBNs. John specific? That's a lot of coastline.) The McGinty recently reported on board as operations officer, left the sub for a recruiters job in Scotia, New and this is his fourth sea duty and sixth sea York, He did that for three years and then left deployment. Wife Pam (met on l/c cruise in the Navy for Oregon and Portland General ElecGaeto, Italy), two children—Jennifer (4) and tric where he holds down a nice job as a senior Skeeter (1)—are back in Virginia Beach, Mac's electrical engineer working special projects for hometown. News of other '73ers from Mac in- their nukes. John has purchased a home and is now driving a Mercedes!!!! clude: Mary Jo and Hugo Blackwood are in Charleston (the McGintys" previous homeport) Claude Lamar was married to Debbie (sorry, and expecting their second child in late Sum- 1 don't think any of us know her) and has a mer. Sue and BiU Sanderson are with IBM in daughter (Robyn). Claude left the Navy and is the LAMPS 111 program. Their little girl has had now in first year of med school in Alabama. several operations at Walter Reed; our thoughts Says he's even studying on the week ends now! are with you. Peggy and Rick Warner are re- Doesn't sound like Claude, does it? turning to Virginia Beach; Rick is a civil engiCathy and Don Canterna are in Illinois (1 think neer. Paul Hendrickson is working for West near Chicago) where Don is manager of adminVaco Co. in Northern Virginia. Tally Fox is to istration for Enduro Industries. Don said that report aboard YARNELL as weapons this SumJohn Daily is in Arlington, Virginia, now, but mer. no new address yet. Don, if you're still interMac is looking to hear from anyone in 32, and ested in actively helping out on the reunion please let me know. Thanx. the latter is planning a week end at Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, in July. The McGintys will Dirk Mosis as many of you know who gets be attending their first Homecoming this Fall.

Shipmate is the class secretary. I urge all of you Mac, thanks for all the good news. to write him from time to time so other members ofthe Class can see how you're doing. Dirk sent And a letter to Shipmate from John C. Harris, me an update on several of our Classmates. As ensign USN(ret.), indicates that he will be marfor himself, he left the Marines in July 1979 and ried on 16 August 1981 at the University United headed to Seattle, where he began study toward Methodist Church, Gainesville, Florida. Class-

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a degree in architecture. Dirk was martied pnor to leaving the service but has subsequently returned to the bachelor ranks and at the same time decided to move from architecture to his present position with Kurt Salmon Assoc, an engineering consulting firm.

John Graham was married in summer 80 and is flying F-4s out of Kaneohe, Hawaii. Frank Dunn is, 1 think, stationed at El Toro, Cal. Please write, Frank!! Mike Curreri graduated from Notre Dame Law School in 1980 and is now a JAG officer at Virginia Beach somewhere. He and Gretchen have two sons and a daughter. JJ Dicks called me from his position with Ford Motor Company (Lite Truck Division) and sounds great. He is also attending U of Detroit and is in his last semester toward his MBA. Mel Barrentine wrote from Stanford Business School where he's working on his MBA. After graduation, Mel went to SPADEFISH (SSN) then to a recruiter's job before he left the service last Summer. Mel was married in August, 1977 to Randi, a speech pathologist.

Vince Nigro wrote me in January '81 on some stationery from the Hong Kong Holiday Inn!!

He is presently with the PE dept at USNA and has been coaching baseball. In his first year as ass't coach. Navy won the league and was invited to the NCAA postseason tournament for the first time ever. 1980 season, Vince was plebe coach and the team went 11-5. Good job, Vince!

Vince said his sister married Duke Snyder '74.

Vince is still single and owns a home, but he is leaving the Navy in May '81 and wUI then finish up his master's at George Wash. Univ. and then be job hunting. Vince wants Chappie to know that he was asking for him.

Gary Chetelat and Darlene are at El Centro where Gary is a public works officer (he's now in the CEC). They have a son, Aaron, who says that he wants to be a fighting sea-bee!! Doug MarshaU left the Navy in June '78 after serving as a supply officer. He graduated with an MBA from Wharton in June 1980 and has recently started work with a firm in New York State.

Doug and 1 got together early this year when he was in the Northern New Jersey area. Doug says that with his MBA he's now a licensed corporate planner (whatever that means).

Mark Kirchberg and Gigi left the service in '78 and now live in Virginia where Mark is a probation officer and is going to graduate school. The Kirchbergs have two daughters, Krista and Allison.

Bob Nestlerode is still in the service as the engineer officer of USS ETHAN ALLEN ( S S N -

608). Sounds like Bob really loves his job and is thinking career. Bob recendy moved to Washington State where his boat is in overhaul. He recently remarried and the new Mrs. Nestierode is from Colorado: I believe that Bob and she met at one of his ship's change of command ceremonies. (Boomers have a lot of those!)

1 forgot to fill you in on my activities since graduation. 1 served in KAMEHAMEHA for two years and then went to NEW YORK CITY ( S S N 696) for another 2 years. I left the service in March 1979 and started medical school that FaU. I'm presently finishing up my second year of med school and will graduate in May 1983. * * * * Mike is planning a 15th Co. ten-year reunion at June Week '83. Thanks for aU that news, "Moik."

That's all for now. Hope your Summer is a good one. '73!

Shipmate, July-August 1981

74 Sec'y, Lt. Mike Chaplain USN Cort. Sec'y, Lt. Brent S. James USN 13760 Tres Vistas Ct. San Diego CA 92129 Percent Members: 43

75 Sec'y, Lt. Steve Hubbard USN 719 Garfield Ave. Virginia Beach VA 23452 Percent Members: 46 Howdy, all! I hope all is going well for everybody this fine Summer. I'm getting my "feet on the ground" here at the FIC in my first INTEL job as Med analyst. Bob "Willie" Williams is here too, in his first job since finishing up the computer systems management curriculum at Monterey. Just got word that another surfaceto-intel Classmate will be joining us soonâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Scott Kee. We're looking forward to it. Scott! Maggie and the boys are hanging in there . . . she will be taking a course at ODU this Summer to keep her teaching certification alive, and they are growing and talking like crazy. God love 'em!

On the news front we detected a slight decrease in mail volume this past month . . . so don't slack off! From the news service comes a tidbit on George Croner. He's a JAGC type now, and was honored by the Fleet Reserve Association for having "excelled all other students in the 1980 classes at the U.S. Naval Justice School in Newport."" BZ, George! (He is currently attached to the Naval Base at Philadelphia.)

In my travels through Navy Times I've come across the following orders: George Chegin to NRMC Portsmouth; Dr. Mickey Daum to 1st MARBDE; Pete Squicciarini to SWOS; and Georgene Kilcline (Mrs. Patrick) to NRMC Okinawa.

In my "foot" travels I've bumped into a few Classmates, too. 1 saw Carl Willis at the NOB Navy Exchange in Norfolk. We were both in search of summer khaki uniforms, but to no avail. . . gabardines and double knits were not to be found . . . unless you happened to weigh 200 pounds or more! Cari is with VF-84 at NAS Oceana, along with Dennis Poulos who switched from USMC captain to Navy lieutenant in order toflyF-14s (he obviously saw the light!).

As we were warming up for a ten-mile race in Hampton, Virginia, I " r a n " into Tom Swift who is currently with the BEST (Behavioral Skills Training) unit at NAB Littie Creek. He's really enjoying his work, but is undecided whether he'll go on to SWOS or not. Tom's first tour was aboard USS R. L. PAGE ( F F G - 5 ) , followed by a stint aboard USS BARNSTABLE COUNTY (LST-1197).

One Thursday evening in April, the 30th in fact, my phone rang . . . and it was none other than Pat Sloan who was in Norfolk on his two weeks of reserve active duty. While here, he worked with COMSERVRON TWO. Well, 1 brought him over to the house and we talked late into the eariy mom. He, Deb, Scott, and Kelly live in Peoria, Illinois, where Pat is employed by the Caterpillar Corporation (you Know . . . the earth pushers). He's currently in training as a field engineer and already knows how to maintain diesels, including his family Shipmate, July-August 1981

Rabbit. We reminisced over midshipmen days, since we hadn't seen each other since 4 June '75, and companymates' activities and whereabouts. It was super seeing you again, Pat . . . wish we'd known earlier about your being here!

Scott Lindsey dropped a short one from Quantico with a picture that did not print. Shown were 13th Company members: Steve House, Bobby Brown, Mark Wydra, Scott, Bernie Bailey, and Kirk Daniels, as they appeared at the Homecoming shindig last Fall. Steve and Kirk are flying, both in Virginia Beach; Bernie is at USNA; and Mark is a civilian working for a nuclear outfit in New York state. Mark is engaged to a gal named Sherry and owns a 280Z to boot! Scott is still turning candidates into 2Lts at OCS. Others at Quantico include Dick Rybolt (OIC for USNA midshipmen training at TBS), Gary Lundeen (at MCDEC), and Pat Connally (at Amphibious Warfare School). Thanks, Scotty!

Greer Puckett sent an update on his recent activities. He got the axe from Ford when they cut 5,000 employees in April '80. While spending the Summer back home in TuUahoma, Tennessee, he accepted a job with Westinghouse as a field engineer at Electric Boat in Groton, Connecticut. "I guess 1 couldn't stay completely away from the Navy . . . " H e oversees the installation and testing ofthe Trident Missile Launching systems and tubes on the new Trident submarines. He has seen Gary Powers (stationed at SubBase) and Jesse Arildsen (prospective DCA for OHIO, SSBN-726). Greer likes Connecticut for its "friendly people and continual parties," but still has close ties with Tennessee. He now owns a half interest in a small antique business in Knoxville, so if anybody goes to the World's Fair next year he invites you to stop in at "Little Orphan's Antiques" in the Kingston Pike Antique Mall. "Such a deal 1 have for you!" Uh, thanks Greer . . . and thanks for the note.

Former classmate Dave McCrary sent an update on his whereabouts. On completion of supply school he has been assigned to USS KNOX (FF-1052) out of Yokosuka. He was commissioned in the regular Navy, having graduated in the top 10% of his class at OCS, and the McCrarys were blessed with a son born 28 March, named Patrick. Congrats, Dave, and have a good tour aboard KNOX! Well, that's it for now guys and gals. Let's keep those cards and letters rolling in . . . I'm only as good as my "wing men." Hang in there . . . see you all at Homecoming (that's right . . . it's coming up soon) . . . and Beat Army!

to seek an office. We have been fortunate, so far, to have a strong spirit of unity and interest in our Classâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;let's keep it up.

1 heard from Howard Aschwald; he and Michelle are living in San Francisco. Howard is separating from the Navy this Summer and going to work for General Electric in that area. Ariane and Joe Martinka are also leaving the Navy; Joe plans to go to work for one ofthe big electronics companies. Andy Bushak is looking for a job with the Cincinnati Bengals; we wish him weU and look forward to seeing his name in the news.

Ted Achorn is finishing a tour aboard USS PUFFER (SSN-652); he and Cindy are being transferred to Japan.

1 got a letter from Brad Speer today; he and Janet are in Monterey. Brad sent the following list of names of Classmates who are at Naval Postgraduate School: Joe and Leslie Paquette, Mike and Kay Drennan, Jeff Neufeld, Blair and Katie Vorgang, Joe and Bonita Zacharzuk, Jerry Buck, Peter and Sara Grant, Walt and Jane Neboshynsky, Mike and Gail Ago, Francis and Ann Devereux, Larry and Terry Doong, Joe and Rita Bouchard, Dan and Sherri Simons, Dave and Nancy Carlson, Doug and Terri Humphrey, Oz Paulding, Dave and Sandy Markham, Bruce and Renee Smith, Mike and Stephanie O'Loughlin, Ralph McKinney, Scott and Robin Pugh, John and EUeen Kolbeck, and Craig and Peggy Opel.

Chip CampbeU sent greetings from Bermuda, where he was deployed with VP-24 out of Jacksonville. He was living in Paul Deppe's house in Jacksonville; Paul is with VP-16. Chip has orders to the ROTC unit at the University of Michigan. In his recent travels he ran into Glen Davis at Dubi Point; Glen was aboard RANGER. Chip also saw Paul Johnson at the Navy Annex in D . C ; Paul owns a townhouse in Annandale, Virginia. Chip asked me to pass on the word to Terry and Bob Peranich that he is alive and well.

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Best Wishes!

Corr. Sec'y, Capt. Joe Buranosky USMC 111 Austin Drive Stafford VA 22554 Percent Members: 58 There has been a flood of letters during the past few weeks, so there is a lot of news to pass on this month. Many Classmates are leaving the military to pursue other dreams, and the rest are building promising careers in the Naval service. Our reunion is coming up this October; please let us know if you are going to attend.

It should be a great time to see old friends and catch up on all that is happening. If you want to ran for class office, we also need to know that; so far, no one has expressed an intention

Nick Karangelen had some good news to send, and congratulations are in order. He married the former Carolyn Eve Ceder of Pittsford, New York, last September at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Baltimore. Mark Clements, Scott Jenkins, Dick Gallagher, and Frank Drennan were ushers. Nick and Carrie are leaving the Navy and moving to Washington (DC).

I heard from Dennis Dilucente a couple of weeks ago; he's back in Iwakuni with VMFA212. Jeff Cory and Tom Sears were also in Iwakuni with a detachment from VMAQ-2. Andy Yates passed through the area on his way back to Futenma; he and Bruce Petit are with HMH361.

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school. He and Mara are doing very well; Mara is working as a manager for Budget Rent-A-Car at O'Hare Airport. Nate finished up his tour in TURNER JOY as the weapons boss. On his retum from WestPac, he saw Rodney Mitchell, who is recruiting in L.A. He also heard from Dave DeSilva, who is in Pensacola as an instmctor.

wrote and sent a nice picture ofthe both of them and their daughter Shannon. They are expecting another child in the Fall. Jim Hartigan and his wife Barb, Ed Rogers and his wife Mary Beth, and Bill Stiles and his wife Ellen are all in South Carolina. Dave Schubert and his wife Pam are in Hampton, Virginia, and should be proud parents about now.

Also received a good letter from Jim Bethmann with lots of news. He and his wife Lynda are residing in Coronado, California, Jim is in the engineering department aboard CONSTELLATION. Jim was awarded the Navy Achievement Medal in March for outstanding leadership. Congratulations are in store for Ken Shearer. He and Joan are engaged and are planning a wedding for 1982. Ken is the electrical officer aboard KITTY HAWK on her way to the

Priming for Homecoming I heard from Tom Bakke, who is still at Oceana with VF-142. It looks like he'll be going to the ROTC unit at MIT in Boston. Tom recently played golf with Keith Champion and Pete Harris in a Fighter Invitational Tournament at Oceana. He said that they were getting primed for the Homecoming golf tourney. Tom also recently saw John Maciejczyk and Steve Grayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;both are doing well.

That about wraps it up for this month. Please keep in touch. 1 wish you all continued success.

77 Sec'y, Lt. Daniel F. Busch USN 14B SeUers Rd. Annapolis MD 21402 Percent Members: 80 Lots of letters continue to roll in, so let me get right to it. Henry Brus stopped by the Academy a whUe ago. He has taken the air option and is flying helos off TARAWA. His companymates and where they are: Bill Bristow, EISENHOWER, Ray Crevier, ATKRON 66, Larry Laughlin, NETC Newport; Dave Reidy, NAS PAX River, Dan Finn at SWOS in Coronado; BiU Frost at NAS Cubi Pt., Rick Kirsten with VP-46; Rick Whitehurst, PHILADELPHIA, Mike BoUer in El Toro with VMA-a; and Mike Moore in Washington (DC) with DIA. Paul Colman and his wife also stopped by and gave me some information on who was in Portsmouth. Mike Brock (ARCHERFISH), Bruce Scott (BREMERTON),

Rick

McWhorter

(JACKSON-

VILLE), Tom Hawkins and Mark Anderson (DALLAS), Dan O'Lone (BOSTON), Mike Magnotti (WHALE), Eric Shewbridge (GREENLING), Don

Nowicki (TREPANG), Chris Strathos and George Manaskie (TULLIBEE). Chris Stathos' wife Mary The Stathos Clanâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Chris, Mary, Shannon

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Indian Ocean. Keith Tibbits and Karen co-own a home in Vista, California. Keith flies Hueys at Camp Pendleton. Dave Murphy and Mary Jane have a little boy named Hugh David. The Murphys are living in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Frank Pierce has just returned from a Med craise aboard JOHN F . KENNEDY. Frank, Kevin SuUivan and Chris Ryan own a home in Jacksonville, Florida. Roger Sheppard and Jo just recently bought a new home in Virginia Beach.

"Shep" flies F-14s and is in a Rag out of Oceana. Jo is teaching school.

Clark Hardy called from Pensacola. He left FREDERICK as DCA and is now in VT-10. Mark Piscioneri is also in VT-10. Jack Gavin wrote me a long letter (on the midwatch!) while he was deployed in Iwo JIMA with Ron Long. Ron Rodger was selected for the Marine law program at the University of Dayton. Winston Crow is also in Iwo JIMA. as assistant ops. Mike Jones and his wife Ann are in Jax where he is flying SH-3s. Jerry Bennett and his wife Wendy are in Norfolk where Jerry isflyingCH-46s. Al Griffin retumed from deployment in SAIPAN and Ron Booker is the air coordinator for AQ Squadron 18, based in Okinawa.

Jim Mclsaac wrote a very quick note from GoLDSBOROUGH where he is serving as DCA. Gary Hoist is also on board as navigator. He saw Ken Trass in Hong Kong. Ken is DCA in HoRNE and is looking forward to his trapsfer to Detroit for recraiting duty. Jim is going to Newport to teach Baby SWOS, and will leave in June with his wife Meloda and two daughters.

Joe O'Conor wrote from just down the road in Maryland. It seems both Chris Ryan and Jerry Miller are planning to tie the knot. Jerry and Laura are planning a 25 October wedding in Amsterdam, New York. Jerry is now the navigator in BLANDY and Chris is flying H-3s off the IKE. Mike Caron is in Hartford with the supply corps. Dirk Debbink is in Japan as an aide for COMNAVFOR Japan. Bobby Holman, Rick White and Bob Kautter are in ARKANSAS out of Norfolk.

Joe Storto's wife Linda wrote and sent a picture of Joe and his daughter MicheUe. I'm sorry I couldn't get this in for Father's Day. Joe is out on a Med craise flying A-6s off FORRESTAL. Thanks, Linda. Mike Trueblood is writing a newsletter for his company, 36. Mike is at the public works center in Norfolk and he and his wife Karen have a boy, Jonathan. Mike Reed left R. K. TURNER and is now CIC officer in WAINWRIGHT. Mark Kirk and his wife Lori are in Hawaii and he flies for VP-1. Mark is weapons and nuclear safety officer for his squadron.

Jim Warren is in Bremerton, Washington, while LONG BEACH is in overhaul. He and Ruth have a little girl, Jennifer. Jim expects to leave his ship in December and report to STERETT as CIC officer.

Floyd Houston is with 2nd Force Recon. Company in Camp Lejeune. I forgot to mention Tom White who is the supply officer at the Naval Station, Annapohs.

Juno Jamison is in VS-21 in Coronado. Jay Casey and his wife Donna are living in Oak Harbor, Washington, and Craig Turley is in DOWNER. Jeff Hoobler and Larry Becker's wives wrote a great letter. It seems that they are "craise widows"; thanks for the letter, Heidi and Joan! Larry, Heidi and son Chuck are in Virginia Beach. Larry is flying F-4s off FORRESTAL, while Jeff is also flying F-4s but off INDEPENDENCE. Al Seither is flying F-4s off NIM-

ITZ and is married with a son. Sandy Saunders is flying F-14's off KENNEDY. Pete Caulk and his wife Peggy have two children and he is in Virginia Beach in a F-14 Rag. BUI Ittner and Steve Harden are also there, but in the F-4 Rag. Kevin Sullivan is flying helos off INDEPENDENCE. Kent White and wife are in Jacksonville and he is flying A-7s. Tim DeMenna and wife Ginger and two children are in Jax also. Tim is an S-3 NFO. Jim Kelly is leaving HALSEY to begin P. G. school, and Bruce Smith and wife Marcia are enjoying San Diego and the submarine community. Hank Donigan is stationed at Parris Island and is working with Marine recraits.

Tim Eason is flying Harriers, but no idea where. Scott HiU and wife Mary Ellen are in New Orieans where Scott is an admiral's aide.

"Duck" Laviano and Mike Brown areflyingout of Guam. Tom Bauer is flying F-4s off MIDWAY. Tom Lindner wrote from shore duty in Norfolk and seems to be enjoying the "no duty night" duties. He rans into a lot of people teaching ASW courses there. Bill Claridge came through on his way to the PRECOM unit of USS SCOTT (DDG-995). Mike Coulbourne and Greg Baran are in LASALLE at the shipyard in PhUly. He also ran into Greg Smith who is flying H-3s there. Tom lives right around the corner from Scott Sheppard who is an NFO with VA-143.

Mark Slivka is communicator in SILVERSIDES and Bob Vogel is aboard FLYING FISH.

Finally, Phil Wisecup stopped by on his way back to the JFK (boilers officer). Phil was up in Baltimore for the Preakness and he wUI be taking his Olmstead scholarship at the University of Strasburg. Mark Stephenson is electrical officer and Cling Hallman is a division officer on the Big John.

A few days from this writing the Class of '81 will graduate, a Class we never saw. Makes you feel old, huh? Hope you all have a good Summer, and looking forward to hearing from every-

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Cort. Sec'y, 1st Lt. Michael J. Conklin USMC 120 Carolina Cir., Jacksonville NC 28540 Percent Members: 94 It's my favorite time ofthe month again. Shipmate time, and my mail bag is full. We have a lot of new additions to our Class in the way of little ones. Deb and Kevin Ryan have a little boy, Seth, bom II February. The Ryans are now in Charleston where Kevin is in a SSBN. Colleen and Mark McKeon have a little girl, Ashley Megan, bom 12 December and are now stationed in Beaufort, South Carolina. Debbie Karen and Sale Lilly and John Cooke have a little boy, John Gordon IV (Jacy), bom 20 April. John is pictured with currently the electronics material officer in Jacy. The Cookes are now stationed in ConBLAKELY. Randy Kahn is also aboard. necticut. Margie and Roscoe Godfrey had their third child, Eric Roscoe, on the 16th of April.

Shell and Ted NuU had their second little girl, Jessica, bom 14 April. Janet and Barry Pochron,

Barry Pochron is in DURHAM. Jeff Dickman and Brian " B U L L " McCormick are off in the wild blue yonder, flying S-3s. Steve Hinks is in MONTICELLO and planning on making the Navy a Career. Hank Van Oss is flying C-130s out of North Island. Thanks to Mo for the information, and will be in touch on the reunion plans.

Linda, Shanna and I are getting by in Jacksonville. The place kind of grows on you after a while: remember I'm talking about NC not FL, so it took a little getting used to. Everyone who is not a lifetime member of the Alumni Association, is reminded that your three-year memberships are about to run out. The Association has a time payment plan on their lifetime memberships. So until next month, remember we can only print news when we hear from you!!! Final note: Tracy and Jim Degree have a little giri, Kaitlun Ann, bom 16 March.

79 Sec'y, Lt. (jg) Peter A. Husta USN USS MT, BAKER ( A E - 3 4 )

FPO Miami FL 34092 Percent Members: 87

Wedding in Mobile

The Cooke Boys to keep their lead in the '78 baby race, had their third little giri. Julie Ann, on the 2nd of March.

Special recognition goes to Martha and Glen Wheless the godparents of Ashley Megan McKeon.

The Wedding Party Pictured is Judy and Dan Mori's wedding in San Diego. Some Classmates in attendance ineluded Chariene and Skip Bayes, Ed Boyd, and Bob Ruthowski. Dan is now stationed in HALSEY and is currently in WesPac. Another wedding picture came from Karen and Sale "BUBBA" Lilly who were married on 20 October in Lake Charies, Louisiana. The swordbearers were: Duane LaFont, Pat Quiqley, Kiel Norris (just recently married to Lura in Ponchtaula, Louisiana), Matt Shellhorn, Jim Koslow, Steve DoweU and Jeff Dasher. Sale is Shipmate, July-August 1981

Pictured are John "JOHN BOY" Day (civilian med student after a med discharge) Mark "PODAD" Poston, Rich "ITCHY " Cellon and Bob "BUBBA D " Destafney at Itchy's wedding on 10 December 1980. Itchy married his high school sweetheart, the former Carmen Charnock. The Cellons are now living in GainsviUe, Florida, were Itchy is going to grad school.

Chris "DOC" Dougherty and his new bride, Anne Cabrey, also attended the wedding. When Doc is not playing B-Ball he is the Legal-O for MASS-3 at Camp Pendleton.

After all these months we finally heard from Maurice Tose. Maurice wrote with a lot of class news, but let's take care of business first. In our class fund we have $3,785.49 in available cash, with $10,000.00 invested in a Treasury Bill. It's only two years off and we're planning a big "BASH" at Homecoming '82, our 5th. So, if anyone has any ideas, drop us a fine and let us know.

Maurice is currently the Comm O in MAUNAKAE, homeported in VaUejo. Maurice has a two-year-old son, Nicholas Justin, and Dad is looking forward to serving a tour at USNA. The following is a list Maurice has seen or heard from; Tim Sprague is going to CHESTER PULLER as ASW. He is currently in San Diego on the pre-commissioning crew. Dan Holoubek is in BAGLEY as gunnery asst; Dan will be split tour-

Hi group, I'm out here doing the 1.0. PAX/ MAIL/CARGO transfer gig. The "Low Country Express," my very own Dinosaur Thirty Four, spends her days running about. Makes for numerous Conning challenges. Now that I am an OOD though, 1 let the baby ensigns sweat that.

1 also have a perpetual sunburn. We'll be here for a few, then back to our usual drilling grounds, the MED. Looking forward to Army this year, the first time I'll have done PhiUy as a bachelor (YEP, once again) in many a year.

My ex-roomie, Joe Bradfleld, Chop par exceUence, is arranging tix for me for this year. Hope to see grunches (that's 12 more than copious quantities of) 1979, there. If you are planning on "Making the scene", please let me know.

1 may be able 'o arrange an impromptu tailgater/ kegger prior to the main event. While on this tack; class treasurer, please write to LCdr. Keith, custodian of Midshipman Welfare. He's got some of our dinero and desires to give it back!

I'll start with a listing of our newly acquired plane drivers (much to the chagrin of the Staff): Rob Macek, Tim Hewitt, Joe Romano, Tom Forsythe, Bryan Williams (NFO), Ed O'Brien (NFO), Tod Hirt, Matt Gebel, Chad Sain, Bill Mariott, Cari Rehling (NFO), Shane Tippett, Tom Joyce, Steve Voetsch, Jim Gigliotti, Joe Valenti, Rocky Kropp, and Pete Kurzenhauser.

As to ship assignments: Mike Butler and Dave Fleenor, BLAKELY ( C H S T N ) ,

Jim Chimiak,

CONALLY, (NORVA), Tom Smith, C V. RICKETTS (NORVA), Brian Yanagi, MIDWAY ( A T TACKRON 93), Mike Muldoon, NIAGARA FALLS (ALAMEDA), Francis Burke, RAMSEY (San D.), Ray AgUar, RACINE (San D.), Ray

ing to LONG BEACH in the yards at Bremerton.

Snell, OLDENDORF (San D.), Ken Barnes and

John Huseman did a split tour from REASONER to DESRON 7, as operations officer. Archie Griffin is leaving his minesweeper to go to MOUNT HOOD as the Ops officer. Scott Eckart is East Coast bound to become navigator in SiMMS. Marvin King is the comm officer in STERETT. Al Baker is the navigator in BROOKE. Robbie Knight was in MEYERKORD, but has seen the light, is going to exercise his air option and is P-Cola bound. Mike Moore remains in MEYER-

add those to your lists, if you are keeping track on the homeport tote board.

Let's switch to the latest love affairs. Recently wed were Paul DiRito and Patricia Ann at the Boat School Chapel. Mike Kenny married Barbara and is now driving P-3s out in Hawaii.

Jeff Sunamerour and Donna were married; Jeff now the CHOP at NAS El Centro. Monty Larimer and Kate may be added to the list, also.

KORD. John Carpenter is in TURNER JOY, and

Monty is the CHOP in GEORGE MARSHALL in

Chris Cadiz, MARVIN SHIELDS (San D.). You can

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NLON. Good news from Maurice Montana. Mo is now engaged to Diane Martensen and planning a summer ceremony. Mo is on the preComm crew for HOUSTON. Chris Brehany, of 13th, sent a copy of his "Lucky 13" news letter. "The Beav" is one of four young ex-Enzymes living in "Boystown" aboard COCHRANE. Erik Doyle is a rifle platoon leader with the 3/9 BLT oiit of Okinawa. BUI Calkins and Charlene should be out of the Pcola area. now. Ron Marshall and Maureen are in KNOX, in Japan. Steve Weis is the DCA aboard COMTE DE GRASSE. John Rogers is out of USMC CHOP School and acting as the regiment supply officer at Camp Pendleton. John ran into Bob Burge (ex-napster and "79er) who will enter the Corps via the PLC program, in late August. Welcome back. Bob! John Doswell and Kris are out of supply school and enroute to LEWIS AND CLARK (BLUE)—1 thought they only named them after fish and cities??!! Dave Rich is working for General Dynamics and expecting his second chUd. Braha also ran into Ralph Quarles, the second division officer on IKE, during a recent I. O. deployment.

Pat McGrath sent some of the dirt from Seventh. Both Mugs and Anne are on their way to San Diego and HSL-35. Dave Palmer and Judy wUI be off to HC-3 in San Diego, after eaming his wings in March. Paul Darring is starting NFO school along with his wife Danielle and daughter Asia. Bill Pong is in Corpus Christi for P-3 preps and both Tim Olivier and Carl Rehling are at Moffett doing VP. PhU Pirozzi is living jets at BeeviUe and Bob Lesczynski. Scott Morrison and Barry Brocato are doing the same at KinsviUe. Tom Gehrki is a Tanker at 29 Palms and Gary Cerezo and Grace are in NORVA in NASSAU. Finally, Tom Forsythe and Mary will soon join HM-14 in NORVA. MUle Gracie, Muggsy!

Chuck Weikel sent a quickie from SWOS in Newport. Chuck and Anna are soon to join the wardroom in MISSISSIPPI. Henry Jones, in BRADLEY (SanD.), is out here with me, somewhere.

Jon Gahan is out of SWOS and off on the gunline at Dam Neck before joining the STUMP in NORVA. BUI WUIiamson and Ruthie are in

North Carolina and are soon to head for Okinawa. Don Shaw. Judy and Adam Lee have moved down to Charleston. Jim Stetson married Mary in March, and Paul Kaus and Lee are in Jax doing P-3s. Bob Macek is flying P-3s at Moffett and Kevin Jackson is doing jets at Meridian.

A card from Jan Brazee places him as a PLTCDR with 3/6 at Lejeune with Pete Aagaard as admin officer and Dave Bethel as the rifle platoon commander. Dave and Sussm were recendy joined by their newbom son, as were Kathy and Alden Salcedo, in San Diego.

I'll close this one with a conglomeration from Jim Davis who is still doing his thing aboard BRISCOE. Jim's efforts contributed in a large degree to the Battie " E " which BRISCOE scored for last year. PhU Cullom completed prototype and is now leaming SWOisms in San Diego. Phil wiU soon join the wardroom of TRUXTON. Mike Reedy, in recent Battie " E " winning T. C HART, is weU on his way to SWO. Mike has

been A,M,and B Division Officer and is a qualified EOOW. George Argerake is in jets after completion of primary back in November. Pete Johnstone, "Herd" member in hiding, is in INGERSOLL. He has been gunnery assistant since he joined the commissioning crew. Pete and Meg are coming up on their first anniversary, this July.

That's all I've been able to decipher from your letters this month. Many thanks for the Company Newsletters. Our mail has been stashed somewhere for the past month. Dinosaur Thirty Four has gooten exactly zero since our arrival on Gonzo Station. Especially for Bob Wiesenberg; my new roommate, your old roommate, asked me to send edong that all important reference: BUPERSMAN 6610360. In there, both you and I will find all we need to know to execute our Air-Option.

See you in Pensacola One last note; ran into the greater part of the wardroom of DALE, now in ROH in Charleston. Rob EHRHARDT and other members of "Club DALE" are holding the fort in Don Ksiazek's ('78) Hotel Charleston, whUe we are out here playing around. Write when you all find work. OMNES VIRI.

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Sec'y, Ens. Woody Stanley USN 3100-A Bravura Ct. Oriando FL 32807 Percent Members: 94 ft is with pride that we leam ofthe establishment of the Ens. Kurt Thomas Israel Memortal Pistol Award. It was presented for the first time during Commissioning Week to Midn. Peter Dunlap Achor USN '81 and is given to that member of the pistol team voted by teammates as having contributed most to the team by demonstration outstanding character combined with dedication, positive attitude, skill, and good sportsmanship. The award has been provided by family. Classmates, and friends in memory of Kurt, lost in the tragic accident of 16 Febraary near Live Oaks, Florida, with Classmates George Currie and Chris Nelson.

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Sec'y, Ens. Peter Sciabarra USN 2670 East 19th Street Brooklyn NY 11235

Chapter News DEADLINE: For October—3 August; for November—4 September

Many Alumni have expressed interest in joining local Chapters at regularly scheduled meetings in various areas of the country; accordingly, as accurate a listing as possible of those Chapters which are known to have such meetings will be made monthly. Additions or modifications are requested.

Annapolis USNA Officers' Club 2nd Wed. Sept.-May, i 301/263-4448

Charleston Naval Base Officers' Club Dates vary 803/572-2772

Atlanta Monthly, dates and sites vary 404/231-2202.

Chicago Varies, Sept.-May 312/642-9288

Boston 2nd Tues., noon Sites vary

Connecticut Quarterly throughout state 203/449-3515

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Houston Whitehall Hotel 1700 Smith Street 1 St Friday of month—noon HuntsviUe Monthly meetings at The Elegant Steak Room 205/881/4173 Indianapolis Heslar Naval Armory—quarterly JacksonviUe 1st Thurs., Sept.-May 904/744-4830 Kittyhawk (Dayton, Ohio) Officers' Club, Wright-Patterson Monthly, dates vary Shipmate, July-August 1981

Los Angeles Monthly, dates, sites vary 213/583-3468

Philadelphia Officers' Club, Naval Base 3rd Wed., noon

LouisviUe 1st Fri., noon, Masterson's Restaurant

Puget Sound Sites vary 1st Wed., except July and Aug.—1830

Newport Officers' Club, Naval Base Last Tues., Sept.-June, 1830 New York Williams Club 24 E. 39tii St.. NYC

Richmond 2nd Mon., Engineers Club Sacramento 1st Wed., The Lobby Restaurant San Diego 3rd Thurs, except June. August, December. Adm. Kidd Club

Southeast Florida 11345 S. W. 108th Ct. Miami FL 33176 235-8087 and 238-3672 Dates and sites of meetings vary Tidewater Bimonthly Sept. thra May Various locations Texas Gulf Coast Whitehall Hotel, Houston 1700 Smith St.

San Francisco FAdm. Nimitz Club, Treasure Island 1st Wed.. 1815

Upper Midwest Fort Snelling Officers' Club, 2nd Fri. of month, 1130 Washington Ft. Myer Officers' Club 3rd Wed., Sept.-May, noon

Peninsula Officers" Club, Moffett Field 1st Wed., noon

Santa Barbara Varies. Sept.-May 805/687-7278

Wisconsin University Club, Milwaukee 3rd Thurs., noon

ANNAPOLIS

sibility in the distribution and usage of these fiinds. The maintenance of the Indian Ocean force has required strong support, but both personnel and equipment have held up well in the demands for this strategic group.

In the future, national sentiment appears to favor a strong support for the next ten years, with resultant increase in the number of ships, including reactivated vessels and numerous aircraft. RAdm. Frost stated that two phrases characterized the fiscal inspector. When coming on board a ship or station he states, "I'm here to help you."" And the inspectee says, "Glad to have you on board."" AccountabUity with wise spending will insure that pubUc monies are used correctly.

Orlando NTC Officers' Club 2nd Fri.. Sept.-June. noon Pensacola Monthly, dates and sites vary

LCdr. K. T. Moore USN AppUed Science Dept.

U.S. Naval Academy Annapohs MD 21402 Capt. Dan Tmax USN "59 opened the final meeting of the ArmapoUs Chapter on 13 May 1981 by thanking LCdr. Dave Ward USN "72 and LCdr. Kevm Moore USN "68 for their efforts in pubUcizing the luncheons, handling the fiinds. and reporting the meetings. He also announced the new slate of officers for the 198182 scholastic year: president. Capt. George Zeberiein. SC USN "54; vice president. Capt. Jack Wales USN (Ret.) '51; secretary, LCol. Bob Spooner USMC '66; treasurer, Lt. Fred HahndorfSC USN "74; councU members. LGen. H. W. Buse USMC (Ret.) "34; RAdm. R. S. Benson USN (Ret.) "29; RAdm. A. F. Richardson, USN (Ret.) "31; Capt. R. L. Reasonover USN '54; Capt. J. W. Blanchard USN (Ret.) '56; Cdr. P. E. Galanti USN "62; and national trastee. Capt.

S. E. Veazey USN "59.

Augmenting the large group gathered for the last meeting of the season were the Supply Corps Association and the American Society of Military ComptroUers. gathered to hear the guest speaker. RAdm. S. David Frost USN '53, Acting ComptroUer of the Navy. RAdm. Frost, a graduate of the Naval War College and with a graduate degree from Stanford, indicated that it was a great pleasure to retum to the Naval Academy to see the recently enhanced grounds, but he found that the plebes were a great deal younger than in his day, and many of the midshipmen were prettier than his classmates. He indicated that financial management with respect to the 1982 budget, but also as regards the 1981 budget under the new administration, would be one of the principal charges of the supply corps personnel in the coming year, with economy and efficiency being stressed in construction, procurement, retention of trained personnel, and estabUshment of maritime superiority as the end of the line effort. More funds are now avaUable for the first time in some years, but this in tum demands greater responShipmate, July-August 1981

CHARLESTON Cdr. James M. Grego USN(Ret.) c/o Charleston Naval Base Officers' Club Charieston SC 29408 Thanks to the National Executive Dfrector, Capt. BUI Busik USN(Ret.) '43, the Charleston Chapter held a record-breaking meeting at the " O " Club on 29 April with approximately 75 members and guests attending. After cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, accompanied by a trio from the Naval Base Band, Chapter President, Bob McCUnton welcomed and introduced BiU Busik to the group.

Bill covered a wide variety of topics, principaUy addressing changes at the Academy, but also highlighting the Association's growth and financial support requirements. He outlined several ideas for stimulating local participation in our Chapter's activities.

Thank you again. Capt. Busik, for a very informative and interesting meeting.

The Charleston Chapter is contacting the Atlanta Chapter for the purpose of actively participating in the "June Week—South" festivities on 26-28 June. Those members in the state of South Carolina who are not members of a Chapter and are interested in this or other Chapter activities please call: Jim Grego—803/5722772 (days). 803/768-2333 (nights), or RAdm. Bob McCUnton—803/743-3651.

COP>JNECTICUT Anthony M. Marks 419 WhaUey Avenue New Haven CT 06511 Over fifty members of the Connecticut Chapter gathered at the Officers' Club, Submarine Base. Groton, for the spring meeting. Guest speaker was RAdm. William C Mott USN(Ret)'33, member of President Reagan's Task Force on Critical Minerals. His talk on the "Resource War"" dealing with the Soviet threat to our overseas resources of critical minerals was well received.

The meeting was opened by Connecticut Chapter president. Dave Martineau '33, who led the 1933 contingent of Arthur Jones, Malcolm Tinker, John Tyree and James Fortune. Also attending, with their ladies, were BUI Pryor '26, Sam Quarles '32, Carolyn Gerwick (widow of RAdm. J. D. Gerwick '35), Herb Mandel '38, Brace Meulendyke '42, Walter Rose '45, Frank Pinto '45, Ted Batchelder '46, Buck Buchanan '46, John Tumier '47, Tom Fitzgerald '53, John Apple '56, Tony Marks "59, W. PoweU '60, Dave Stryker '61, Win EUis '64, Harold Anderson '64, Charles Lounsbury '64, BiU Hickey '66, and Guy Mendenhall '66. Oldest member was Josiah Venter '12—hale and hearty at age 93.

Plans are underway for a gala celebration in connection with the October 3rd Yale-Navy Football Game at the Yale Bowl in New Haven.

Activities start with a Friday evening. October 2nd, performance of the Yale Glee Club at Sprague Hall. A pre-game tailgate party and buffet lunch will be catered at the Navy tent starting at 11:00 A.M. Tickets for that event can be obtained from Tony Marks '59, 84 Northford Road, Branford, CT 06405 for $14.00 per person. FoUowmg the game, the Navy tent wUl be open for aU friends and Alumni for Ubation and feUowship. Tickets for the game may be ordered dfrect from the NAAA on the regular order blanks. An additional maUing of ticket appUcations wUI be sent to all East Coast Alumni.

Be sure to indicate seating in the special block of tickets reserved for Navy Alumni and guests.

See you in New Haven. And Beat Yale!

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LOS ANGELES Mr. Victor H. Prushan 291 MarceUo Avenue Thousand Oaks CA 91320 The latest Westside U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Business Exchange Luncheon (WUSNAABEL) was held Thursday. April 23, 1981 at the Brentwood HoUday Inn in West Los Angeles. Host for the luncheon was Pete Koonce, '54, Paine Webber vice president and tax shelter coordinator. Pete spoke about tax shelter investments, what they were, their advantages and pitfalls. The attitude adjustment period was enjoyable, as usual, more so with the good crowd in attendance.

The attendees were: Knox Perrill '26, Harold Shanahan '26, Ben Bass '31, BiU and Orilee Robbins '34, Hal Felbt '39, Louis Benitez '44, E. M. (Tex) Ostrom '45, Robert Poulsen '46, Jack Barach '48, Tom Dawson '48, BiU Wagner '48, Warren Spry '48, Charles Mcintosh '51, Barry Balin, Guest, Veme Smith '52, Joe Portney '52, Walt Gragg '52, Rae Arison '52, Les Hewitt '52, Dean Strong '53, Bob Rogers '54, Pete Koonce '54, Wally Christmas '55, Don Murphy '56, Vic Prashan '57, Joe Koch '57, BiU Kramrei '58, Bob Cunningham '59, Jerry Peterson '59, Peter Greenwood '61, and Jim Thomton '63.

The May meeting was to be hosted by Art Spring '58 and Jerry Peterson, '59 has agreed to host the June meeting.

ORLANDO Capt. G. C. Ball Jr., USN(Ret.) 2501 Bayfront Parkway Oriando FL 32806 1130 2nd Friday, COMO, NTC, Orlando The Greater Orlando Chapter held a joint meeting with the West Point Alumni Association on 8 May 1981 at the COMO, NTC Orlando.

President Lou Branch presided. A total of 80 members, wives and guests of the two Associations were present. Elections for Chapter Officers for the coming year were held with the following slate of officers being retumed: president, BiU Underwood '42, 1st vice-president, Jerry Ball '41, 2nd vice-president, BUI Danner '50, treasurer John Long '55, and secretary, John Majesky '49.

Jerry Ball gave a historical and informative talk on "The Evacuation of Dependents From the U.S. Naval Base at Guantanamo, Cuba, during the Cuban MissUe Crisis of October '62.'"

The following members and wives were present: Bob & Bunny Adams '51, Jerry & Betty Ball '41 and guests Capt. & Mrs. Herb McNeal USNR, Lou Branch '49, BUI Danner '50, George Darfus '50, Davey & LucUle Davenport '36, Pat & Jane Finnigan '35, John Gallaher '26, Bob & Ruth Finlay '46, Dick Laning '40, Swede Norgaard "28, Dave & Lillian Rau "22, Joie Ray '29, George & Margaret Robillard '21, Bob & Eunice Rice "27, Bill & Anne Stark '34, Mike & Mary Ague Sellars '34. Martin & Tonie Stone '27, Dan & Margeret Stubbs "25, Bill & Ann Underwood "42, John & Eileen Long '55, Harold Yokes '30, John Majesky "49, Paul Martin '23, and Rich Whitesides "75.

PHILADELPHIA Cdr. WiUiam H. Higgins USN(Ret.) 17 North Drive Road, #7 Vincetown NJ 08088 1130-3rd Wednesday O'Club, NavBase, Philadelphia 102

Based upon many inquiries, the Philadelphia Chapter of the Naval Academy Alumni Association has been surveying parents of current midshipmen and USNA graduates in the Greater Delaware Valley area to determine interest in having a parents group associated with the local Alumni Chapter. The group would be invited to selected functions during the year such as the Army-Navy dinner dance. Dads' Night, events featuring key speakers, hosting midshipman teams such as saUing, etc. To date, retums have been very encouraging. Any interested parents who have not as yet signified their interest may get additional information or answers to questions by contacting: Mr. Richard J. Chuday, USNA Alumni Association, 1591 Wynwood Drive, Cinnaminson NJ 08077; tel.: 609/829-0878.

As this Chapter news is submitted, plans are being made by Harry Lewis '60, Chapter President, to hold the 1981 annual business meeting in late June. (Submitted by Jenks Jenkins '30.)

SACRAMENTO Capt. John S. BurriU (SC) USN (Ret.) 5840 Wymore Dr. Sacramento CA 95822 Chapter News, Sacramento CA The regular monthly meeting was held at The Lobby restaurant, 11th st. near L, at noon on 06 May. Dick Stockwell '46, chairman of the Nominating Committee, had done his usual fine job of producing a good slate of nominees to take over 1 June for the 1981-82 year. The nominees were all elected unanimously and ÂŁU"e now the incoming officers as follows: president, Barry Whittlesey '49; vice-president. Jack Everett '64; and secretary-treasurer, Doug Kinney '54. Since this correspondent was elected "Permanent Corresponding Secretary for Shipmate" some time ago, no election was needed.

A warm welcome was extended new members John Lally '56, Charlie Mitri '56, and BUI Boakes '51.

Joe Drachnik '43 invited all to attend his graduation from McGeorge School of Law 30 May. Our congratulations to Joe! Jack Everett "64 and John BurriU '38 jointly displayed advertising posters for the coming George Peppard, George Hamilton WWII movie From Hell to Victory of which they each own a portion. Carlotta BurriU was the sole distaff representative.

Harry Holton "38 pointed out that the Class of '56 now tied '38 for most present. M. O. Slater '42, as usual, contributed to the good fellowship all shared. Whittlesley, Drachnik and BurriU indicated plans to attend June Week West in Monterey 26-28 June. As BurriU had already made reservations at the Hilton, he suggested others do likewise.

ST. LOUIS Mr. John E. Niesse 424 Glan Tai Drive Manchester MO 63011 Twenty-nine Alumni attended the luncheon meeting on April 21, 1981. at the Riverfront Room in the downtown Holiday Inn. It was a good tumout with some welcome new faces.

The main attraction was the speaker, Tom O'Brien ('71), assistant football coach, who showed the '80 football highlights film, gave a short talk and answered questions. The group enjoyed the food, the company, and the speaker. The next scheduled event was to be

the Cardsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;PhiUies baseball game on June 29th.

The St. Louis section has reserved the "bullpen" at Busch stadium which has enough freedom to allow a lot of mixing and camaradene.

SAN DIEGO Capt. Frank M. Shamer USN (Ret.) 7112 Lewison Drive San Diego CA 92120 The 16 April 1981 meeting was held at the Marine Corps Recrait Depot Officers' Club.

Appropriately, the program was provided by MGen. Charlie Cooper USMC '50, the commanding general at MCRD, and was entided "The Makmg of a Marine." As Charlie Cooper was in the east on temporary additional duty, the assistant commanding general, BGen. J. J. McMonagle, USMC represented him.

The program consisted of a spirited and effective talk by Col. Hank Stackpole USMC the recrait training regiment commander. Col. Stackpole emphasized the goal of recruit training, making an individual into a Marine by helping him to realize what are his mental and physical capabilities. Further, the recrait is presented moral goals that are expected to guide him in the future. Basic training to impart weapon skills and service famUiarization round out his recrait preparation. Col. Stackpole admitted that all candidates do not make it to the goal of becoming a Marine, but he painted a program that, while holding to its high objective, still provides sympathetic investigation and support before opting for rejection. The colonel then introduced a recruiting sergeant, a recruit about to graduate the very next day, a driU instractor, a corporal on duty at the MCRD, and an officer in the recruit training program. Each gave a talk about himself and his duties. The whole panel and Col. Stackpole then fielded questions from the group of Alumni and their ladies. The splendid mihtary bearing and the mental alertness of the enlisted men were impressive.

Among the sixty-five appreciative attendees were VAdm. M. E. Murphy USN(Ret.) "22 representing the senior class present and Ens. Jill Hawkins USN '80, the junior class representative.

Ed Ellis "46 brought the group up to date on June Week West preparations at Monterey.

The next meeting will be the "Blue and Gold Dinner"' honoring local candidates for the Naval Academy and their relatives.

SAN FRANCISCO Capt. LoweU F. Jett USNR(Ret.) 325 Fremont St. San Francisco CA 94105 415/421-8355 One of San Francisco Chapter's own active duty members. Jack NunneUy, Capt. USN '51, was guest speaker following the monthly dinner meeting at Fleet Admiral Nimitz Club on Treasurer Island on 6 May 1981. Currendy serving as Commanding Officer of U.S. Naval Support Activity at Mare Island. Jack said that Mare Island Naval Shipyard was purchased in 1854

by Admiral Farragut (of torpedo fame!) and was the first shipyard established in the Westem United States, as well as the oldest Marine Corps Station. Over 500 vessels were bulk here pnor to 1972 when building ceased. Mare Island now has 90()0 employees engaged primarily in the overhaul and maintenance of nuclear submarines (an overhaul usually takes about 2 Shipmate. July-August 1981

in the comings and goings of these vessels in our San Francisco Bay. Characterizing the work for the young men who man these ships as "dangerous, demanding, and challenging," Jack spoke ofthe hazards attendant upon a submjuine coming up from the depths for a "look see"—bad sound conditions, with weather apt to affect the SONAR system. and bad visibility—all contribute to make this a hairy experience at best, with the possibility of collision ever-present.

The Chapter voted to share the cost of entertaining the incoming midshipmen at the dinner which is traditionally co-sponsored with the Peninsula Chapter, and which was to be held this year 23 May at Moffett Field Officers' Club.

Ed Kert "45 will be chairman of the nominating committee. Heinle Armstrong and Frenchy Goyette of "27 took the senior honors, with John Hubbs "74 the junior member present.

Classes of '45, '48 and '65 tied for attendance honors.

WASHINGTON, D.C. Cdr. R. S. Day USN(Ret.) P.O. Box 2057 Falls Church VA 22042 The Greater Washington Association rang down the curtain on Herb Anderson's presidential year with the 20 May meeting at Ft. Myer. Adm. Tom Hayward was the guest speaker and brought us up to speed on the prospects for a 600-ship Navy under the Reagan administration, as well as the Rapid Deployment Force and its limitations.

The officers for the coming year were elected during the luncheon. VAdm. Bob Townsend, '34. president; Capt. Frank Auh, '43, vice president; Cdr. Hap Day. '42, secretary; and Capt.

John Haffey, "42, treasurer. RAdm. Herb An-

derson, '41, will serve as trastee. VAdm. Smoke Strean, '33, retired from the Board of Directors.

Meetings wiU resume at Ft. Myer on 16 September 1981. Normally, meetings wiU be held on the third Wednesday, BUT, because of scheduling problems, the October and November meetings will be held on the third Thursday, years). There are in addition some 6000 active duty personnel at the activity. NunneUy went on to relate interesting instances from his career as a distinguished nuclear submarine officer, including service on Polaris and missile submarines, with the 7th Fleet attack-subs, and with the nuclear power train. He also described the frenzied diplomatic activity and negotiation which precedes the visit of a nuclear vessel to a foreign port; pierside arrival is apparently the signal for up to 100 media personnel to show up, accompanied by hovering helicopters—all of this, compared to virtually no media interest

Last Call 'They shall not grow old as we that are left grow old, age shall not weary them nor the years condemn; At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them . . . " Tomb of the Scottish Unknown Soldier, Edinburgh BLOUNT, CLINTON WILLIAM '22, 17 April 1981, Point Pleasant NJ

BOND. FRANK HENRY '23 (CDR USN RET), 13 May 1981. New York NY BOUD, HENRY WALLACE '35 (LCDR USNR RET). 13 May 1981, (Corpus Christi TX) CRIDDLE, CLEMENT ROBERT '25 (CAPT USN RET). 18 March 1981. Fairfax VA CRGNIN, ANGUS JOHN '43 (LCOL USMC RET). 18 Febraary 1981. Lynn MA DYER, THOMAS EDWARD '57, (CDR USN) 10 June 1981. Yorktown VA ESTY, HARVEY LOGAN '66, 6 May 1981, Ft. Pierce FL: plane crash FARRELL, JOSEPH ALOYSIUS '24 (CAPT USN RET). 8 May 1981. Bethesda MD HABECKER, FREDERIC SHROM '27 (RADM USN RET). 12 May 1981. Annapolis MD

HAMILTON, RICHARD MANSFIELD '65, 26 April 1981, Boston MA H O T T E L , MARTIN PERRY '27 (RADM USN RET), 30 May 1981, Virginia Beach VA HOWE, JOHN W E N T W O R T H '38, 29 May

1981, Denver CO JOHNSON, LEON WYMAN '24 (CAPT USN RET), 9 May 1981, Coronado CA JONES, FRANCIS REYNOLDS '27 (CAPT USN RET). 6 May 1981, Pensacola FL KING, THOMAS STARR JR '36 (RADM USN RET), 28 May 1981. Coronada CA MCCLURE, FRANK CHARLES '21, 23 April 1981. Springfield MO MICHEL, EDWARD ANDREW JR '35 (CAPT USN RET), 10 May 1981, Clearwater FL MUELLER, GREGG '43 (CDR USN RET), 18 Febraary 1981, Gardena CA

RALPH SMITH RIGGS '18 VAdm. Ralph Smith Riggs USN (Ret.) died on 28 April 1981 in Bethesda. Maryland, where he had been hospitalized with chest injuries suffered in a traffic accident. Memorial services were held at Arlington National Cemetery on 4 May. Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Texas, he was graduated with the Class of 1918 on 28 June 1917 and joined the craiser MI.NNE.\POLIS when she was commissioned in

July of that year. Later service was in DANTE A. LIGHIERI and MANLEY. the latter a destroyer

Ralph Smith Riggs

based on Queenstown. Ireland. He later had command of EAGLE 2, then was ordered to service in UTAH untU 1923 when he reported to the Bureau of Navigation in Washington.

Duty on the Asiatic Station with the Yangtze Patrol followed on the staff of Commander Light Cruiser THREE in RICHMOND, then duty under instniction at the Naval War College. Other assignments included the Hydrographic Office in Washington, aide and flag lieutenant to Commander Battleship Division ONE in TEXAS, and

service in ZANE, assuming command of the latter in 1933. In 1934 he retumed to the Bureau of Navigation, then had sea duty as navigator

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of WEST VIRGINIA before assuming command of

the stores ship ARCTIC in 1938. He later was aide to assistant Secretaries of the Navy Charies Edison. Lewis Compton and Ralph Bard, then in 1941 took command of Destroyer Division TWO in AYLWIN, followed by command of De-

stroyer Squadron FOURTEEN early in World War II.

NELSON, JOHN BLOUNT '40 (CAPT USN RET), 4 Febraary 1981, Orange TX OLSEN, ELIOT '27 (RADM USN RET), 14 May 1981, (York Harbor ME) ROBINSON, BRUCE HERBERT '23, 23 May 1981, (San ClementeCA) SMITH, RICHARD WILDER '27 (RADM USN RET), 30 May 1981, Charieston SC WALL, WILLIAM DURETTE JR '22, 20 April 1981, (Juno Beach FL) WILL, JOHN MYLIN '23 (ADM USN RET), 8 May 1981, Washington DC WINECOFF, CLARENCE LINDSAY '24 (CAPT USN RET), 12 May 1981, Leesburg VA ( ) around place of death indicates hometown at time of death when specific location is unknown.

(Then) Capt. Riggs participated in 13 major Pacific battles during the war, beginning with the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, followed by action off Bougainville Island and in the batties of the Coral Sea and Midway. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious achievement in driving off enemy aircraft in these engagements, then in March of 1943 he won the Navy Cross for the part he played in action off the Komandorski Islands. As part of a task group that was attacked by a stronger Japanese force trying to land troops and supplies in the Aleutian Islands, he engaged in a fierce ranning battle for three-and-a-half hours, maneuvering his destroyers so skillfully that the Japanese were forced to retire.

He later served as Chief of Staff to Commander Destroyers. Pacific Fleet, and was awarded the Legion of Merit for this assignment. In March 1944 he was named commanding officer of the battleship SOUTH DAKOTA and

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for his duty received another Legion of Merit, then earned a third Legion of Merit as Commander Cruiser Division TWELVE and a Cruiser-Destroyer Task Group operating against the enemy in the Japanese-held Philippine-Bornea area, and in addition was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a second Bronze Star Medal for service during the bombardment and occupation of Mariveles Harbor, Southern Bataan and Corrigedor, the Philippine Islands.

Early in 1946 he assumed command of Cruiser Division FOURTEEN, then had duty as commandant of the Naval Base, Philadelphia. He later served on the General Board, Navy Department, was assistant Chief of Naval Operations for the naval reserve, and was serving as director of the naval reserve when transferred to the retired list in 1951 after thirty-seven years of commissioned service. He then became a general partner in the stock firm of Burton, Cluett and Dana, establishing a Washington office for company and retiring there from in 1968.

He was a life member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association and was chairman of the executive committee for the Class of 1918.

His wife of 52 years, the former Kathryn Pew, died in March of this year, and he is survived by a son, Ralph S. Riggs Jr., of Baltimore; and a sister and two brothers of Texas.

WILLIAM HOWARD ARMSTRONG '20 Mr. William Howard Armstrong died on 23 March 1981 in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Known as "Army" to his many friends, he was graduated on 6 June 1919 with the Class of 1920 at the Naval Academy, receiving his commission in the Marine Corps, but was forced to resign some time later. As a civilian he worked for many years for the Baltimore Gas and Electric Company, retiring in 1965 as superintendent of electric constraction. He enjoyed retirement with his wife in Ocean City, New Jersey, for a time, then moved to Florida. He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow Gladys, Bayfront Tower #1809, One Beach Drive, St. Petersburg FL 33701; a daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth A. Emory of St. Petersburg, and another daughter, Mrs. Nancy A. Luce of Tampa; a grandson and a grandaughter, and four great-grandchildren.

MORRIS JAMES WESTFALL '21 Cdr. Morris James Westfall USN (Ret.) died on 30 April 1981, in Vincennes, Indiana. Memorial services were held on 4 May, in the Knox Presbyterian Church, with interment in Memorial Park Cemetery in Vincennes.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Indiana, he was graduated with the Class of 1921, and proceeded to sea in TENNESSEE. He served later in the repair ship PROMETHEUS and in the torpedo firing ship MCDERMUT at San Diego. After three years on the destroyer EDSALL on the China Station, he was ordered to duty under instruction at the Naval War College at Newport in 1928-29 and at the postgraduate school at Annapolis 1929-30.

After duty in HALE, he served three years in the heavy craiser AUGUSTA, followed by three years as an instmctor at the postgraduate school.

He was retired from the Navy in 1936 when it was decided his vision was too impaired for him to remain on active duty. He travelled extensively in Europe for the next six months and in 1937 returned to his home at Vincennes.

When the U.S. Government, in the late '30s decided on the national policy of providing central station electric power to mral Ainerica in 104

an effort to help end the depression, he was persuaded by local leaders to take charge of this development in Southwestern Indiana. He was successful in forming an Indiana Corporation in 1939, known as the Knox County Rural Electric Membership Corporation. During the next twoand-one-half years he constracted 550 miles of raral electric distribution lines and another 225 mUes were nearing completion when the rumblings of World War II were becoming louder.

He was recalled to active duty in March 1941 and ordered to report to the Chief of Naval Operations where during the war years he served as personnel officer and assistant director in ONI. After retiring from the Navy the second time in 1946, he returned to his former position as the head of Knox County REMC, and in 1963 he decided to retire, and relinquished active control of the corporation. Clubs and associations with which he was affiliated include the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, Retired Officers Association, the Shrine, Masons, Elks, Kiwanis, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Navy Club. He also had been appointed by the Governor of Indiana to head the committee for the distribution of mementoes taken from USS INDIANA. He widow is the former Anna Lorene Shaw of Palestine, Illinois, and by a former marriage he has a daughter Ramona who lives in Afameda, California.

FRANK CHARLES McCLURE '21 Mr. Frank Charles McClure died on 23 April 1981 in Springfield, Missouri. Interment was in the Resurrection Cemetery.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Missouri, he was graduated with the Class of 1921 on 3 June 1920, number eight man in his Class. After two years of active duty he resigned his commission and entered the printing and engraving business, eventually becoming the owner of the Inland Printing Company of Springfield. He was a member of the Hickory Hills Country Club, the Lions Club, and the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He was predeceased by his wife Peg, and is survived by a sister, Mrs. W. A. Black of San Diego, California; and two brothers, Rensselaer W. McClure of Lawrence, Kansas, and George C McClure of Hamet, California.

CLINTON WILLIAM BLOUNT '22 Mr. Clinton William Blount died on 17 April 1981. His home was in Sea Girt, New Jersey.

Born in Temple, Texas, he was graduated from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1922, but resigned from the service immediately upon graduation and joined the Radio Corporation of America. He later was employed by the Bakelite Company which later merged with Union Carbide, where he rose to be vice president for marketing, plastics, division, retiring from this organization in 1962.

He was a life member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association and took a great interest in the affairs of his Naval Academy Class of 1922.

He was a member of the Plastic Pioneers of America and past director of the Society of the Plastic Industry.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Elaine Heller Blount, Box 417, Sea Girt NJ 08750.

FRANK HENRY BOND '23 Cdr. Frank Henry Bond US (Ret.) died on 13 May 1981 in New York, New York. Graveside services were held at Arlington National Cemetery.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Pennsylvania, he was graduated with the Class of 1923, and subsequently ordered to the PITTSBURGH for a European cruise. Following a short tour in TRACY, Cdr. Bond was transferred to the Torpedo School at Newport, and after completion of the training course, he was appointed torpedo officer of GILMER. Later sea duty included tours with the MILWAUKEE, CHILDS. BLACK HAWK and

MATTOLE, special-

izing in fire control, gunnery, and engineering.

Prior to Worid War 11, much of Cdr. Bond's shore duty was served in the Newport area. He was planning and production officer at the Newport Torpedo Station, Naval Reserve instractor at Fall River, Massachusetts, and spent a year at the Junior War College in Newport. He also commanded the Receiving Station at Cavite, Phillipine Islands.

Peari Harbor found Cdr. Bond commanding the SAGAMORE, out of the Third Naval District, New York. Eariy in 1942 he transferted to the Pacific Theater, where he was in charge of the Naval Unit at Wallis Island. He also served as Harbor Defense and Port Officer in Oran, Algeria, and later was appointed District Planning Officer for the HQ of the Third Naval District.

Following transfer to the retired list in 1946, Cdr. Bond joined Parry Engineering Co. in New York City, specializing in the planning and development of air systems. He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association and the Retired Officers Association.

He is survived by his widow Gene, 27 Washington Square North, New York NY 10011; two daughters. Sue Keman, Munich, West Germany, and Dr. Sara Amaud, Sausalito, California; one son, Cdr. Rogers A. Bond USNR, Solana Beach, California; and eight grandchildren.

JOHN MYLIN WILL '23 Adm. John Mylin WiU USN (Ret.) died on 6 May 1981 in Washington (DC). Memorial services were held the Fort Myer Post Chapel in Ariington, Virginia, on 14 May and at the Seaman's Church Institute Chapel in New York City on 19 May.

John Mylin Will

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of New Jersey, he was graduated with the Class of 1923 and proceeded to sea in NEW YORK. He later joined the destroyer KANE, then attended submarine school and was assigned to S-47. Postgraduate school followed and he was awarded a Master of Science degree at Pennsylvania State College in 1932, whereupon he returned to the submarine service and had command of S-17, S-19, and S-35. Washington duty Shipmate, July-August 1981

followed in the Bureau of Engineering with service as well as resident inspector of naval material at the Fairbanks Morse Company, Beloit, Wisconsin, during which time he supervised the development and construction of the first opposed piston type submarine engines.

In 1937 he took command of the submarine PORPOISE, then in 1939 joined the staff of Commander Submarine Force as engineer officer, followed by similar duty with Commander Submarines, Scouting Force, assignment to the Board of Inspection and Survey, Commander of Submarines, Seventh Fleet in West Australia in the early part of WWII, then command of Submarine Divisions 202 and 62 in the Seventh Fleet. In the latter position he was awarded the Legion of Merit with Combat V while on war patrol in TUNA.

Other assignments were as operations officer on the staff of Commander Task Force 71, and Commander Submarines Seventh Fleet. He also commanded Submarine Squadron Six and Task Group 17.5 at Midway Island and then was Commander, Submarine Squadron 28 with additional duty as Commander Task Group 17.10 at Guam, for which service he was awarded a second Legion of Merit.

In 1945 he was ordered to the Bureau of Naval Personnel, becoming director of training and receiving a Letter of Commendation from the Secretary of the Navy for outstanding performance, then had command ofthe cruiser COLUMBUS, flagship of the Commander, Eastem Atlantic and Mediterranean. Service with the Military Sea Transportation Service as deputy commander for the Atlantic area followed, then assignment as director of personnel policy, office ofthe assistant Secretary of Defense (Manpower Personnel and Reserve) in Washington.

In 1956 he became Commander Military Sea Transportation Service with headquarters in Washington and received a third Legion of Merit for this duty, from which he was transferted to the retired list in 1959.

He thereupon joined the American Export Lines as president and served until 1965. He was named board chairman in 1960 and remained in that position until 1971. He later was president and chairman of the Arthur Tickle Engineering Works Inc., a marine engineering company. WhUe with American Export, Admiral Will also served as president and chairman of the board of First Atomic Ship Transport Inc., the charterers and operators ofthe nuclear ship SAVANNAH. He was a board member of the American Bureau of Shipping, president of the board of trastees of the New York State Maritime Museum, president ofthe Whitehall Club, and president of the New York Shipping Association from 1967-71. He was also a life member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his son, Capt. John M. Will Jr. USN, of Fort Foote, Maryland; two brothers, Capt. Prentis K. Will USN (RET.) '31, Cape EUzabeth, Maine, and Otto W. Will of Metuchen, New Jersey; and four grandchildren.

RICHARD PIERCE CARLSON '24 Capt. Richard Pierce Carison CEC USN (Ret.) died on 4 Febraary 1981 in Mill VaUey, Califomia.

Bom in Washington (DC), he was appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Califomia and was graduated with the Class of 1924.

A member of the Civil Engineer Corps, he had eamed his Master of Civil Engineering degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1928. During Worid War II he supervised the constraction Shipmate, July-August 1981

Richard Pierce Carlson of the Millington Naval Air Base outside Memphis, Tennessee, and he later was assigned to Alaska for two years, where he was among the first to recognize the huge deposits of petroleum in that area.

He was transferred to the retired list in 1957, and thereafter he was employed as an engineer for the state Division of Highways in San Francisco for about ten years. He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow Deane, 51 Sycamore Ave., MUl Valley CA 94991; a brother; a son and a daughter and two grandchildren.

JOSEPH ALOYSIUS FARRELL JR. '24 Capt. Joseph A. FarreU Jr. USN (Ret.) died on 8 May 1981.

Bom in New York, he was appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Colorado and was graduated with the Class of 1924. During his thirty-one years of active duty he had a wide variety of duties in the naval service. He was awarded the Legion of Merit with Combat V for outstanding performance of duty as Chief of Staff and Aide to Commander Blockading and Escort Force during the Korean War. He also received the Order of Military Merit Choog Moo for vital services rendered to the Republic of Korea during the North Korean invasion. During World War 11 he was commended by the Secretary ofthe Navy for excellent performance as director of the training aids division of the Bureau of Naval Personnel.

After retirement he was for a time a realestate broker in Califomia. He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow Alice, 6251 Old Dominion Drive, McLean VA 22101; a son, Joseph A. Farrell III '52; and eight grandchildren.

LEON WYMAN JOHNSON '24 Capt. Leon Wyman Johnson USN (Ret.) died on 9 May 1981 in Coronado, Califomia. Memorial services were held at the Episcopal Church in Coronado, and his ashes were to be scattered at sea.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Alabama, he was graduated with the Class of 1924 and ordered to sea in TEXAS, later transferting to TOUCEY. Flight training followed and he was designated naval aviator in 1926, joining Fighter Squadron SIX attached to LEXINGTON until 1929 when he returned to Pensacola as a flight instractor. In 1932 he retumed to the West Coast with Patrol Squadron ELEVEN, then was assigned to the Naval Air Station, San Diego.

In 1936 he joined RANGER as landing signal officer, then was ordered to duty in Washington at the Bureau of Aeronautics. At the beginning

of World War II he was serving with Patrol Squadron NINE, but then he was assigned to the staff of CinC PacFIt until May 1942 when he was ordered to Air Group SEVENTEEN in HORNET and was serving on board when she was sunk in October of 1942. Thereupon he became personnel officer on the staff of ComNavAirPac until 1944, returned to Pensacola as an instractor, then had command of MANILA BAY, retuming military personnel at the end of hostilities in the Magic Carpet operation. Once again he had Washington duty, first with the Bureau of Aeronautics, then in the office of the Chief of Naval Operations until 1949 when he was ordered to San Diego. In transiting the continent by automobile, he was involved in a serious accident in New Mexico and badly injured, spending four years in hospital. He was transferted to the retired list in 1951.

He was married to Thelma Woodley of Portsmouth, Virginia, in January 1926, and had one daughter who died in 1965. Survivors include six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to the Alumni Association.

CLARENCE LINDSAY WINECOFF '24 Capt. Clarence Lindsay Winecoff USN (Ret.) died on 12 May 1981 in Leesburg, Virginia. Graveside services were held on 16 May at the Union Cemetery, Lovettsville.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of North Carolina, his sea duty encompassed four years in battleships, three years in submarines, five years in a craiser, and Atlantic Fleet destroyers from April 1942 untU December 1944. In the latter branch he had command of GLEAVES, then was ComDesDiv 38, ComDesRon 19, and Commander Task Force 64. He later become fleet administrative officer for the Atlantic Fleet, and was deputy Chief of Staff for Commander Marianas from 1946 until May 1947. Ships in which he served included UTAH, LOUISVILLE, and the submarines S-48, S-19, and

0-2.

Shore duty included assignment to the Naval Academy 1931-33, head of the executive department in Guam 1936-38, the Naval War College in 1947, service with the Central Intelligence Agency, commanding officer ofthe Naval Station, San Juan, and command ofthe receiving station in Boston until being transferted to the retired list in 1954. While on active duty he received the Legion of Merit with Gold Star and Combat V. In civilian life, Capt. Winecoff settied in Waterford, Virginia, and became a teacher in the Loudon County public school system. At the time of his second retirement in 1970 he was principal of Waterford Elementary School. He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion.

He was predeceased by his wife Virginia, and is survived by a sister, Mrs. Alda Kamellin of Beverly Hills, California.

CLEMENT ROBERT CRIDDLE '25 Capt. Clement Robert Griddle USN (Ret.) died on 18 March 1981 in Fairfax, Virginia.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Wisconsin, he was graduated with the Class of 1925 and proceeded to sea in MILWAUKEE. foUowed by duty in PITTSBURGH. GREBE. FAIRFAX, CUMMINGS, ARKANSAS, and PHILADEL-

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DELANO JACKSON FITZGERALD '27 Appointed to the Naval Academy from the Mr. Delano Jackson Fitzgerald died on 1 May manding officer of GENERAL GEORGE M . RANState of Pennsylvania, he was ordered to sea in 1981 in Baltimore, Maryland. Memorial services DALL. Ashore he served at the Naval Gun die stores ship BRIDGE, followed by duty in were held at the Old St. Paul's Episcopal Factory and the Bureau of Ordnance in WashWYOMING and then four years in destroyers beChurch in Baltimore on 4 May. ington, and his final active duty was as inspector fore being assigned to PENSACOLA and then postAppointed to the Naval Academy from the general for BuOrd. graduate school. In 1935 he began flight training State of Maryland, he entered with the Class of and was designated naval aviator in 1936.

He was transferred to the retired list in 1955 1927 but left prior to graduation and completed During Worid War II he commanded pati-ol and became comptroller of the National Safety his college training at the Johns Hopkins Unisquadron VP-52 operating from the Aleutians, Council in Chicago, and later moved to Fairfax. versity, taking his degree in electrical engineerthen was commanding officer of Bronson Field He was a member of the Army-Navy Country ing. He thereupon joined the Baltimore Gas and Club and the Naval Academy Alumni Associ- Electric Company and retired from this orgain Pensacola. He also had command ofthe auxation.

Uiary ah station at Charleston, Rhode Island, nization in 1969 after having been manager of the seaplane tender SALISBURY SOUND, die NaHe is survived by his widow Dorothy, 4211 purchasing and stores. Long interested in travel Middle Ridge Drive, Fairfax VA 22033; a son; in this country and abroad, he worked for a year val Air Station at Kingsville, Texas, and Fleet Air Wing 11 in Honolulu. Prior to being transand two grandchUdren. after his retirement as a volunteer in the Interferted to the retired list in 1957, he was inspector national Executive Service Corps with a utiUty general for the Sixth Naval District in CharlesWILLIAM RAMON HEADDEN '25 in Tunisia. ton. He was awarded the Air Medal whUe on RAdm. WiUiam Ramon Headden USN (Ret.) He was a member of the Maryland Club, the active duty. died on 25 March 1981 in TiptonvUle, Tennes- Bachelors CotiUion, I'Hirondelle, the Society After retirement he worked as a special agent see. of the Colonial Wars, and the Naval Academy Appointed to the Naval Academy from the Alumni Association, having served as an officer for an insurance firm until 1965. He was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of the Scottish Rite State of Tennessee, he was graduated with the of the Baltimore Chapter for many years.

Temple, and a member of the Naval Academy Class of 1925 and reported to MARYLAND for He is survived by his widow Dorothy, 115 Alumni Association. four years of sea duty. He later entered the sub- Tunbridge Road, Baltimore MD 21212; a He is survived by his widow Helen, 3560 Cormarine service and had command of PLUNGER, brother; a daughter; and two grandchUdren. tez Dr., Pensacola FL 32503; a brother; a son foUowed by duty as commanding officer of the and a daughter; and two grandsons. destroyer EDISON and then service as a division FREDERIC SHROM HABECKER '27 and squadron destroyer commander. He also RAdm. Frederic Shrom Habecker USN EDWIN KING PONVERT '27 had assignments on the staffs of ComSubLant (Ret.) died on 12 May 1981 in Annapohs, MaryLt. Edwin King Ponvert USN (Ret.) died on and ComDesLant, had studied postgraduate en- land. Memorial services were held at the St. 17 April 1981 in Portsmouth, Virginia. Mass of gineering, and was stationed in Washington at Andrews Chapel of the Naval Academy on 15 Christian Burial was celebrated in St. Nicholas the Bureau of Naval Personnel and with the May with interment in the Academy Cemetery.

CathoUc Church on 21 April with interment in Chief of Naval Operations. He later was ordered Appointed to the Naval Academy from the the Eastem Shore Chapel Cemetery. to Cairo as naval attache, and he was transferred State of Pennsylvania, he was graduated with to the retired list in 1955. While on active duty the Class of 1927, then ordered to sea in TENhe had been awarded the Legion of Merit twice, NESSEE. Later sea duty was in the destroyers the Navy Commendation Medal, and the PresWHIPPLE and BULMER on the Asiatic Station, idential Unit Citation. then postgraduate study before retuming to sea He is survived by his widow Helen, of Tip- in MARBLEHEAD. Later service was in the electonville TN 38257; and a sister. trical engineering department at the Academy, then service on the staff of Commander ScoutLERMOND HORTON MILLER '25 ing Force, Pacific Fleet, for which he was Cdr. Lermond Horton Miller USN (Ret.) died awarded the Navy Commendation Medal. on 22 December 1980 in Hampton, Virginia.

In September 1942 he assumed command of Memorial services were held on 26 December the destroyer MAYO and was awarded the Leat the Galilee Episcopal Church in Virginia gion of Merit with Combat V for participation Beach. in the amphibious landings at Salerno, Italy.

Edwin King Ponvert Appointed to the Naval Academy from the Later service in the Pacific Theater was in comAppointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Nebraska, he had attended Doane Col- mand of RICHARD P. LEARY; action here inState of New York, he was graduated with the lege for a year prior to reporting with the Class cluded the Marianas, Palaus, Leyte Gulf, and Class of 1927 and served on active duty for of 1925. Upon graduation he was ordered to sea the Battle of Suriago Strait. He was awarded eleven years. After being transferred to the reduty in MISSISSIPPI, serving in her for two-and- the Bronze Star Medal with Combat V and the tired list, he was an electronics industry execa-half years whereupon he took submarine Navy Cross for this duty. utive. training and was assigned to R-19. Later sea After the war he served in the office of the He is survived by his widow Opal, 3713 Litde duty included KANAWHA. SANDS. NROTC duty Chief of Naval Operations, on the staff of the Neck Pt., Virginia Beach VA 23452: a stepson at the University of Washington, and PENNSYL- Allied Command in Southeast Asia, and with and a stepdaughter; and four grandchildren.

VANIA. At the beginning of World War II he was the Joint Intelligence Staff in Washington. Later commanding officer ofthe destroyer PERRY, sta- duty was as commander of the Fleet Training JOHN SMITH THACH '27 tioned at Pearl Harbor, where she splashed one Group, Guantanamo, and as professor of naval Adm. John Smith Thach USN (Ret.) died on ofthe Japanese attackers on 7 December 1941. science at ComeU University. He was trans15 April 1981 in San Diego, Califomia. MemoThe ship later escorted troop and supply con- ferred to the retired list in 1957. rtal services were held at the North Island Naval voys in the foggy waters of the North Pacific.

Upon his military retirement he became opAir Station chapel on 20 April with interment Cdr. MiUer's next command was the destroyer erations manager with the Bames Engineering in Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.

FLUSSER, and following this he was ordered to Company of Stamford, Connecticut, and he Appointed to the Naval Academy from the PENSACOLA as navigator in carrier task forces. moved to Annapolis in 1967.

State of Arkansas, he was graduated with the He received the Navy Commendation Medal He was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth Class of 1927 and reported for his first sea duty and the Purple Heart during the war, and then and is survived by a daughter, Gretchen, of in MISSISSIPPI, followed by a year in WEST VIR became recruiting officer in Richmond, Vir- Florida; and three sisters.

GiNiA. In 1929 he was ordered to flight training ginia. In 1947 he was transferred to the retired and a future in aviation as both pilot and comUst. FRANCIS REYNOLDS JONES '27 mander that would take him from open-cockpit In civilian life he taught in the School of EnCapt. Francis Reynolds Jones USN (Ret.) sea-going biplanes to multiengine patrol bombgineering, old Dominion College, Norfolk, Vir- died on 6 May 1981 in Pensacola, Florida. Mem- ers and high performance jet aircraft. Adm ginia. He was a member ofthe Naval Academy orial services were held in the Christ Episcopal Thach IS possibly best remembered for develAlumni Association.

Church with interment in the Greenwood Meth- oping the two-plane fighter formation and comHe is survived by his widow Dorothy, 212 odist Cemetery, Greenwood. Florida. Classbat technique that became dramatically suc87th St., Virginia Beach VA 23451; three daugh- mates of 1927, RAdm. Jack Monroe, RAdm. cessful m the Pacific during Worid War II ters and several grandchildren.

Aller Smith, and RAdm. Lonnie Pancoast were Trainees today continue to refer to the comamphibious flagship BLUE RIDGE in the PhUippines, and during the Korean War he was com-

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After retirement in Southem Califomia, Adm. Thach continued his involvement in community affairs as a member of the board of directors of the San Diego Aerospace Museum, and he was a past president and member of the board of directors of the American Fighters Aces Association. He was also a life member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow Madalyn, 330 Eighth St., Coronado CA 92118; two sons; two sisters; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and he was predeceased by his brother, VAdm. James Harmon Thach Jr. USN(Ret.)'23.

John Smith Thach bined offensive and defensive tactic as the "Thach Weave." In addition, his system of blanketing enemy airfields with a continuous patrol of carrier-based fighters was credited with destroying the air offense capabilities of Japan during the war. His direction ofthe Navy's final offensive blows to the Japanese mainland led to his invitation to participate in the Japanese surrender aboard the battleship MISSOURI in Tokyo Harbor.

His long list of decorations includes the Distinguished Service Medal and the Navy Cross for leading his squadron against enemy bombers that were attacking aircraft carriers in the Coral Sea. In the shootout, 19 of the 20 Japanese attack bombers tumbled into the sea. He was given a Gold Starin heu of a second Navy Cross for defensive action in the Battle of Midway when his fighter escort shot down six Zero fighters, drove others away, and shielded dive bombers attacking Japanese ships.

The career of "Jimmy" Thach would be difficult to deUneate in a few paragraphs. Strangely enough, his nickname "Jimmy" was derived from his brother, James H. Thach, a member ofthe Oass of 1923. After being designated naval aviator, the younger brother flew from the eariy aircraft carriers LEXINGTON and SARATOGA, and later was an advisor for motion pictures made in HoUywood and depicting naval aviationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;films that even today may be seen on late night motion picture programs. During Worid War II he helped tum out training films for fledging pUots about to go to the Pacific Theater.

During the Korean War he had command of the carrier SICILY, a ship whose aviators were noted for their close support of both Army and Marine Corps. Later assignments included chief ofstaffto Commander Carrier Division 17, aide to die assistant Secretary ofthe Navy (Air), and

JOHN HAYDON PARKER '34 Cdr. John Haydon Parker USN(Ret.) died on 10 April 1981 in Mountain View, Cahfomia.

Memorial services were held at the Alta Mesa Cemetery in Palo Alto where he was laid to rest alongside his wife Chiara, who died in 1975.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Wyoming, he was graduated with the Class of 1934 and was assigned to TEXAS, then was ordered to OKLAHOMA for an eighteenmonth tour. Service on the Asiatic Station fol-

command of the carrier FRANKLIN D . ROOSE-

lowed in POPE. WHIPPLE and ALDEN. whereupon

VELT. He also was the commanding officer of the naval air stations in the Sixth Naval District and at that time had his portrait on the cover of Time magazine. Later duty was with the office ofthe Chief of Naval Operations, and here he was instrumental in introducing the A-7 Corsair II light carrier-based attack plane to the Fleet.

Adm. Thach became commander of the Antisubmarine Warfare Force in the Pacific Fleet in 1960 and in recognition of his work the Navy annuaUy gives the best anti-submarine warfare squadron The Admiral Thach Award. In 1965 he was ordered to duty as Commander in Chief of U.S. Naval Forces in Europe, then in 1967 was transferred to the retired list after forty-four yean in uniform from the time he entered the Naval Academy. Other awards that he received included the SUver Star Medal, the Legion of Ment, and Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation, the Navy Unit Commendation, and foreign decorations.

he joined the commissioning detail ofthe craiser WICHITA in early 1939 and served in her during the early days of World War II, participating in North Atlantic Patrol and convoy operations, and the Algeria-Morocco landings. Later he had duty in IOWA in the Pacific area, then served at the Naval Proving Ground, Dahlgren, Virginia, before commanding the destroyers PORTER and ERNEST G. SMALL. Other duty stations included the Naval Ordnance Plant, Macon, Georgia, command ofthe Naval Minecraft Base, Charleston, South Carolina, on the staffs ofthe Pacific Reserve Fleet and Commander Naval Base, Marianas, executive officer of PRESIDENT JACKSON, and commanding officer of KENNEBEC. He was transferred to the retired list in 1957 and joined the Lockheed Corporation in Synnyvale, Califomia, from which firm he retired in 1969.

He is survived by three daughters and two sons; four sisters and seven grandchildren. The address of his eldest daughter is: Mrs. J. Haydon Krambholz, 839 Cumberland Dr., Sunnyvale CA 94087.

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ROBERT HARTLEY KERR '32 Capt. Robert Hartley Kerr USNR (Ret.) died on 12 April 1981 in Pasadena, Califomia. Memorial services were held at the St. James Episcopal Church.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of New York, he was graduated with the Class of 1932 and proceeded to sea in SALT LAKE CITY. Later duty included flight training at Pensacola, sea duty in MELVILLE, CHILDS and

WYOMING, then postgraduate school. He later retumed to sea in HUMPHRIES, had duty at the Naval Academy, then command of PC 625 after having served at the Submarine Chaser Training Center in Miami. Later in the war he was engineering officer of BiLOXi and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for service in the Pacific Theater.

In 1946 he resigned his commission and joined the Southem Califomia Gas Company as an engineer, retiring from this organization in 1970.

He also was active in the naval reserve. He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow Ruby, 1615 BushneU Ave., S. Pasadena CA 91030; four daughters and a son; and six grandchildren.

EDWARD ANDREW MICHEL Jr. '35 Capt. Edward Andrew Michel Jr. USN(Ret.) died on 10 May 1981 in Clearwater, Florida.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in the Light of Christ Catholic Church on 13 May with interment in Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of New York, he was graduated with the Class of 1935 and spent a year in INDIANAPOLIS before staring a long career in destroyers.

Among the ships in which he served were DORSEY. PEARY, HARADEN. and THOMAS, then ser-

vice in COLORADO before joining DENT in the early World War II operations in the Aleutians. In June 1942 he was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for personally directing the rescue of the weakened and injured survivors of a patrol plane that had crashed into mountainous Carlisle Island in the Aleutians, swimming through heavy seas and dangerous surf to meet them and directing their rescue.

In 1943 he put the destroyer escort RICH in commission and took command, making three round trips in escorting convoys across the Atlantic to England before being assigned to the Normandy Invasion assault force. Off the beaches she supplied gunfire support and on 8 June went to the aid of the destroyer GLENNON, the latter having hit a mine. In manuevering near the stricken ship. RICH herself ran into a minefield and was sunk, suffering heavy loss of life.

Later service included two years at the Naval Academy, command ofthe destroyer MCCARD, duty with the office of the Chief of Naval Operations, study at the Naval War College, command of a mine division in Charleston, and he also saw duty with the Naval Mission in BrazU, had command of THUBAN, and was on the staff of the Ninth Naval District before being transferred to the retired list in 1961. While on active duty he was awarded the Navy Cross, the Purple Heart Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal, and the French Croix de Guerre.

In civiUan life, Capt. Michel was director of community relations for the Morton F. Plant Hospital in Clearwater, later becoming executive director of the Hospital's Foundation. He was a life member ofthe Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow Helen, 1945 Magnolia Drive, Clearwater FL 33516; a son and a daughter; and one grandson.

THOMAS STARR KING, Jr. '36 RAdm. Thomas Starr King Jr. USN (Ret.) died on 28 May 1981 in Coronado, Califomia.

Memorial services were held at the St. Andrews Chapel of the Naval Academy with interment in the Academy Cemetery on 4 June.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Illinois, he was the son of Capt. (USN 'II) and Mrs.Thomas Starr King II. After graduation with the class of 1936, he joined NEW MEXICO, serving on board for two years while the ship operated with the Pacific Fleet. He thereupon was ordered to the pre-commissioning detail of WICHITA and was on board when the United States entered Worid War II. In 1943 he attended the postgraduate school in Annapohs, then continued his studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he was awarded the degree of Master of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1945. He thereupon joined ALABAMA as gunnery officer and when that battleship was inactivated, became gunnery officer on the staff of Commander, BattleshipsCraisers, Atlantic Fleet. He later had command 107

ofthe destroyer WINSLOW. then was ordered to the Naval Proving Grounds at Dahlgren. Virginia, for a two-year tour before becoming a student at the Naval War College.

Other service was on the staff of Commander First Fleet in the Pacific Fleet, then rotation to the staff of Commander Seventh Fleet, engaged in combat operations in the Korean Theater, for which duty he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Combat V. He later had command of Destroyer Division TWO HUNDRED TWO, then was assigned to the Naval Gun Factory in Washington. Sea duty foUowed as chief of staff to Commander Carrier Division EIGHTEEN, and in January 1960 he assumed command of

Rex Walton Warner ficer; in July 1945 was ordered to Pensacola to OBSERVATION ISLAND, an experimental ship operating in the Atiantic Missile Range to test the serve on the staff of the Chief of Naval Air Polaris Fleet Ballistic Missile, for which service Training. In July 1949 he attended the Navy"s the ship was awarded the Navy Unit Com- All Weather Flight School at Corpus Christi and then served as executive officer and CO of VPmendation.

5 untU February 1952. He then attended the He later was Commander Destroyer Squad- Armed Forces Staff College at Norfolk, Virron FIVE and later had command of Destroyer ginia, and upon completion of the course beFlotUla FIVE. In October 1962 he embarked in came operations officer, NAS Corpus Christi.

KEARSARGE as recovery group commander for In 1954 he reported to the staff of Commander astronauts Cdr. Walter M. Schirra USN "46 and Naval Forces. Far East as air operations officer Maj. Gordon Cooper USAF. Later duty was in and liaison officer with the 5th Air Force, then the Bureau of Naval Weapons in Washington June 1956 he assumed duties as executive of(DC) and as Commander Cruiser Destroyer Flo- ficer of the BON HOMME RICHARD, tiUa ELEVEN. For combat operation service In 1957 he was transferred to OPNAV in the in support of the RepubUc of South Vietnam in 1966, he was awarded the Legion of Merit and Pentagon as a budget officer in Op 50-C, folthe Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star lowed by duty in 1960 as Chief of Staff for Comand the Vietnam Navy Distinguished Service mander Fleet Air, Quonset Point. His final acOrder. He later received the Meritorious Ser- tive duty began in 1963 when he became CO of vice Medal for duty with the Chief of Naval the NROTC Unit of the University of North Operations (Training), then as director. Fleet Carolina. He remained in this position until his Readiness and Training Division. In July 1969 retirement six years later in 1969, whereupon he was named deputy commander of the MUi- he assumed the position of veteran's advisor tary Sea Transportation Service and chief of and associate director of records and registrastaff to the commader, for which service he was tion at the same university. Capt. Wamer awarded a second Legion of Merit. He was served in that same position untU his death. He transferred to the retired list from this duty in was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni 1970, He was a life member of the Naval Acad- Association.

He is survived by his widow, Nancy Mosley emy Alumni Association.

Wamer, 812 Greenwood Road, Chapel HUl NC In civilian life. Admiral King was general 27514; three daughters and one son; and three manager of a local govemment transportation grandchildren. agency in Portland, Oregon, then returned to the Washington area in 1976. He was vacation- ROBERT RANDALL GRAHAM '42 ing in Califomia at the time of his death.

Cdr. Robert Randall Graham CEC USN(Ret.) He is survived by his widow Dixie, 6630 died on 8 Febraary 1981 in Honolulu, Hawaii.

McLean Ct., McLean VA 22101; two sons and Memorial services were held at the Punchbowl a daughter; two sisters and one brother, RAdm. National Cemetery. Appointed to the Naval Randolph W. King USN (Ret. "44); three grandAcademy from the State of Califomia, he was children and six stepchildren. graduated with the Class of 1942 on 19 December 1941. After service in World War II, he atREX WALTON WARNER '39 tended Renesselaer Polytechnic Institute and Capt. Rex Walton Wamer USN(Ret.) died on received a master's degree in civil engineering 5 April 1981 in Chapel HUl, North CaroUna. A in 1947, and as a member of the CivU Engimemorial service was held at the United Church neering Corps served at stations all over the of Chapel Hill and his ashes were to be scattered world until being transferred to the retired list in 1962. He also eamed a Master of Business at sea.

Bom in Burlington. Iowa, he was appointed Administration degree at George Washington to the Naval Academy from his home state and University while on active duty. was graduated with the Class of 1939. UntU his In civilian life he worked at the Pacific MissUe transfer to the Supply Corps in September of Range Facility until 1978 and was active in ci1941, he served in a craiser, then a destroyer vilian life in Hawaii, serving on the Kauai Enwhich was handed over to the British in 1940, ergy Self-Sufficiency Committee which was orand finally in the battleship NEW YORK in which ganized to discover alternatives in the energy he saw Atlantic convoy duty. On graduation field. He was a life member of the Naval Acadfrom the Navy Supply Corps School at Harvard emy Alumni Association.

University he was ordered to NAS Jacksonville He was predeceased by his wife Carol and is for duty as assistant supply officer. While there survived by three sons. his eyesight improved so that he was able to pass aflightphysical, and in 1943 he commenced WILLIAM ROBINSON BOOSE '44 flight training at NAS Dallas. After operational Cdr. WiUiam Robinson Boose USN(Ret.) training at NAS Jacksonville he reported aboard died on 29 April 1981 in Irvine, Califomia. Mass WASP as assistant air officer, then in 1944 he of Christian Burial was celebrated on 1 May at was transferred to POKOMOKE as executive of- the Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Corona

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del Mar, and at his request, his remains were to be consigned to the sea by the Navy.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of West Virginia, he was graduated with the Class of 1944 on 9 June 1943 and ordered immediately to submarine school, the service in which he would spend most of his career.

Service in GROUPER in the Pacific Theater of war followed, then transfer to TIGRONE before being ordered to the submarine sonar design section of the Bureau of Ships. Assignment to sea followed as executive officer of the submarine POMFRET. then command of HAMMERHEAD with subsequent transfer to Turkey in 1954 as CERBE.

Further command was held of the submarine RAZORBACK. then duty at the Armed Forces Staff College in Norfolk before being ordered to service in the Eighth Naval District. New Orleans, for duty with the reserve program.

Cdr. Boose next attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to eam his master's degree in Management and Industrial Engineering before becoming assistant manufacturing officer at the U.S. Naval Weapons Plant in Washington (DC).

He retumed to sea in the stores ship UNION, then was transferred to the retired Ust in 1963.

After retirement he worked on the Apollo Program at North American Aviation, then completed executive program of the Graduate School of Business Administration at the University of Southem Califomia before becoming a self-employed consultant on management information systems, inventory/production control, and manufacturing systems, and in the planning and installation of advanced manufacturing, accounting and production systems. Recently he had been working as a consultant in Erie, Pennsylvania, at the Singer Corporation American Meter Division, installing such systems, and had retumed to Califomia to attend the opening of the Railroad Museum in Sacramento, for he and his family had maintained as a hobby one of the largest N-gauge model railroads in the West. He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow Justine, 3691 Bates St., Irvine CA 92714; two sons,William and Richard of Califomia, and two daughters, Mimi of Califomia and Kebi of Ahmednager, India; four grandsons and four granddaughters.

ALFRED CURTIS BESSETTE '45 LCdr. Alfred Curtis Bessette USN(Ret.), died on 10 April 1981 in Providence, Rhode Island. A memorial service was held in the E. Greenwich United Methodist Church, with burial at the Veterans Cemetery in Exeter, Rhode Island. The Association of the Class of 1945 made a contribution in his name to the American Cancer Society.

Bom in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Curt was appointed to the Naval Academy from that State and graduated in 1944 with the Class of Alfred Curtis Bessette

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1945 and a member of the Uth Company. He served as executive officer and commanding officer of LSMs in both the Pacific and Atlantic Fleets and as gunnery officer of USS WEEKS (DD-701) from 1947 to 1950, then had duty as an instractor at NROTC Cornell University. In 1952 he became the navigator of USS ATKA (AGB-3) foUowed by a three-year tour in the marine engineering department of the Naval Academy until 1957. After serving as executive officer of USS FORREST ROYAL ( D D - 8 7 2 ) , he

reported to the Military Assistance Advisory Group, Venezuela, in 1959. Retiring from the Navy in 1964 after serving three years on the Insurv Board. Newport, he attended Boston University and received a Master of Arts in Political Science. He joined the facuhy of Rhode Island Junior College at its opening in 1964 and was chairman of the social sciences department for 10 years.

A trastee ofthe United Methodist Retirement Center in E. Providence, and a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, he is survived by his wife of 35 years. Ella, of 35 N. Fairfield Dr., N. Kingstown RI 02852; two sons, Curtis and Michael; and a daughter, Linda.

BOYD BENJAMLN BURNQUIST '45 Mr. Boyd Benjamin Bumquist died on 26 March 1981 at his home in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Funeral services were held at the Fellowship Community Church on 27 March followed by interment at the Vila Alpina Cemetery in Sao Paulo. The Association ofthe Class of 1945 has made a contribution in his name to the "45 Gift Fund.

remained tme to the very end in his last fight with cancer.

He is survived by his wife, Rita Chendel Bumquist of Caixa Postal 44, Sao Paulo, SP Brazil; sons Robert, William and John; daughters Susan and Patricia; and three grandchildren.

JAMES KERR LAWRENCE '45 Lt. James Kerr Lawrence USNR (Ret.), died on 31 March 1981 in Flint, Michigan, of leukemia. Services were held at the Brown Funeral Home on 3 April followed by interment at the Sunset Hills Cemetery. The Association ofthe Class of 1945 made a contribution in his name to the '45 Gift Fund.

Bom in Flint "Jay Kay" was appointed to the Naval Academy from that State and graduated in 1944 with the Class of 1945 and a member of the 6th Company. After duty on board, the USS ToRSK (SS-423) in the Pacific in the last days of World War 11, he was assigned to the USS MT. OLYMPUS. In 1946 and 1947, he made

two trips to the Antartic with RAdm. Richard E. Byrd, serving as the ship's communications officer. Following flight training in Corpus Christi in 1947, he served as R Division officer on board USS LITTLE ROCK (CL-92) and then

as executive officer of LST 391 until 1951. Instractor duty at the damage control school in Newport was followed by a tour as operations officer in BRISTOL from 1953 to 1954; two years at C N A R E S T R A , and another two years as engineering officer of USS MOALE (DD-693). Retiring from the Navy in 1957, he received a graduate engineering degree from the University of Michigan and joined General Motors Institute as associate professor of mechanical engineering. In 1976 he retired because of health problems.

A member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association and of the First Presbyterian Church in FUnt, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Fannie Lawrence; a sister, Mrs. Louise Schemm of 896 N. Salem Drive. EssexvUle MI 48732; and a son, Edwin of Portland, Oregon.

JOHN FREDERICK MASDEN '45 Mr. John Frederick Masden, a non-graduate of the Class of 1945, died on 5 Febraary at Naples, Florida. The Association of the Class of 1945 has made a contribution in his name to the '45 Gift Fund.

Boyd Benjamin Bumquist Bom in Fort Dodge. Iowa, Bumie graduated from the Naval Academy in 1944 with the Class of 1945 and a member of the 19th Company.

After serving in the Pacific Theater in Worid War 11, he resigned and joined the First National City Bank of New York as a trainee and was sent to BrazU in 1948. After various assignments throughout Brazil, he reached the position of resident vice president and regional manager in Sao Paulo. An active memer and leader in the American Community, he served as president ofthe American Chamber of Commerce in Sao Paulo and was a member ofthe Naval Academy Alumni Association. In 1968, he was transferred to Buenos Aires as vice president and managed John Frederick Masden the bank's business in Argentina, Umguay and Paraguay. He resigned from CitiBank in 1971 Jack served as accounts manager for Uniand retumed to Sao Paulo with his family to Royal in Allen Park, Michigan, for 30 years. He become managing director of Lion S.A., the retired in 1978 and moved with his wife, Pat, to largest tractor and heavy constmction machines Naples. dealer in South America, where he remained A member of the USNA Alumni Association untU his Ulness. and the Association of the Class of 1945, he is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Myers of The 1945 Lucky Bag had this to say about New Jersey; his widow, Mrs. John F. Masden Burnie Bumquist: "Bombastically energetic, he of 3491 Poinciana St., Naples FL 33942; two easily made both the company wrestling and battalion pushball teams, always fighting to the daughters, Carol and Deborah; and one son, end in these bonecrashing sports.'' These words Mark.

Shipmate, July-August 1981

DONALD MATTHEW FULLAM '54 Mr. Donald Matthew Fullam died on 20 April 1981 after suffering a heart attack while jogging near Phoenix, Arizona. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Huntington, New York, with interment at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from The Bronx, he was graduated with the Class of 1954 and commenced flight training as a second lieutenant in the Marine Corps. In 1959 he resigned his commission and entered the electronics field, primarily as a distributor, working at times for the Bendix Corporation, CIE Northeast, the Harvey Group, Motorola, Cramer Enterprises, and Arrow Electronics. At the time of his death he was engaged in an expansion program for Bell Industries in the Southwest.

He is survived by his widow Ruth and six children.

THOMAS EDWARD DYER '57 Cdr. Thomas Edward Dyer USN died on 10 June 1981 in Yorktown, Virginia.

Bora into a naval family, he came to the Naval Academy with a Presidential appointment and was graduated with the Class of 1957. Later schools included the Naval Postgraduate School at Monterey, California, where he eamed a Master of Science degree in physics, and the nuclear power schools at Mare Island, California, and Idaho Falls, Idaho. His assignments at sea included duty on board the nuclear-powered craiser LONG BEACH and command of the destroyer WILLIAM R. RUSH. He was a veteran of

the war in Vietnam. Ashore he had served at the Naval Surface Weapons Center in Dahlgren, Virginia, and at the time of his death he was on duty as the ordnance officer at the Naval Weapons Station at Yorktown. He was a life member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

He is survived by his widow, Virginia, Naval Weapons Station, Yorktown VA 23691; three children by a previous marriage and two stepchUdren; his parents, Capt. (USN Ret. '24) and' Mrs. Thomas H. Dyerof Sykesville, Maryland; and a sister.

RICHARD MANSFIELD HAMILTON '65 Mr. Richard Mansfield Hamilton died on 26 April 1981 in Boston, Massachusetts. Memorial services were held at St. Julia's Church in Weston with interment in Old Bohemia Church Cemetery, Warwick, Maryland.

Appointed to the Naval Academy from the State of Pennsylvania, he was graduated with the Class of 1965 and entered the submarine service where he was an expert in nuclear submarine technology. He resigned his commission in 1970 and worked for his MBA at the Stanford Graduate School of Business Administration, receiving it in 1972, whereupon he joined the Clairol Corporation in New York City. In 1978 he became affiliated with the Norton Corporation of Worcester, Massachusetts, where he was responsible for establishing and developing the current consumer products division.

He is survived by his widow Dola, 92 Sunset Dr., Weston MA 02193; a son; three brothers and two sisters; and his parents.

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