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United States Naval Academy Alumni Association

Shipmate March 1999

Volume 62, No. 2

Features President s Call

by Rear Admiral U S N , (Ret.)

Ron F. Marryott

Mayday Over Chosin T.J. Hudner '47 a n d His M e d a l of H o n o r W o r t h y Experience

by Michael J. Collins '84

The Father of Top Gun

The Class of 1946 Gift 13 Are Enough Names Enshrined in Memorial Hall?

James H. Webb, Jr. '68

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Getting Involved With the Alumni Association

by Linda

Postenreider

Superintendent's Call

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An Ocean Away The Gulf in Crisis

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Navy Academics

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A Few Inches from the Yard

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Index of Advertisers

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Mail Boat

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All Hands

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Bravo Zulu

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Yard Gouge

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Navy Anecdotes

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Navy Athletics

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Alumni Association Staff and Assistance "We're here to help!"

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by The Honorable

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Lucky Bag of Books 26 Target Hiroshima: Deak Parsons and the Creation of the Atomic Bomb

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by Captain Frank Ault USN (Ret.)

Officers and Trustees

VFA-34: The Blue Blasters 8

by Lieutenant P. Scott Miller '94, USN

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Board of Trustees Notes December 1999

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Class News

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Chapter News 148 "But still when two or three shall meet..."

Restructuring Governance

by Captain Neil Block '61, USNR

37 BOT Ballot and Candidates 40

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In Business...

Services from our Alumni Family

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COVER: CDR Tom Twomey '83 banking over NAS Miramar. Courtesy of CDR Twomey.

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Last Call

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MEMBERS MAI GEN WILLIAM A. ANDERS, U S A F R (RET.) '55

Former Chairman & CEO, General Dynamics; Astronaut THE HONORABLE BEVERLY BYRON

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President's Call

his month, I would like to talk about one of our more important services: the Career Transition Program (CTP). The CTP, as currently structured, focuses on two distinct areas: career transition and enhancement. The '97 and '98 alumni surveys revealed that the membership believes career transition and career enhancement are vital parts of the Association's mission. As you may know, our Career Transition Program has several components, serving both the transition and enhancement phases.

These are the Service Academy Career Conference ( S A C C ) , the Resume Database Program (the resume disk), the Job Opportunities page on the Association's webpage (www.usna.com), the Business Breakfast Program, and use of the Service Academy Business Resource Directory (SABRD). Each of these programs have matured over the past years and are "friendly," effective and productive networking tools. As such, each are being continually fine-tuned to provide both our members and the recruiting companies a better way to meet.

Knowing that our graduates, and for that matter all national service academy graduates, are highly valued by civilian industry and companies, we are always looking for additional networking opportunities. Our members leaving the military (transition) need to find good employment opportunities as quickly as possible, while those akeady in the civilian world need to continually take on more responsibility and improve their employment status (enhancement). Placing our alumni in reputable companies throughout industry benefits both our society and country. It is an axiom that any alumni association, with its members well positioned in the civilian sector, can provide greatly leveraged support, both in the monetary and influence arenas to their school, and in our case, for overall benefit of the United States.

With the above in mind, I am pleased to announce the next Career Transition Program service. Although some of you might have spotted the USNA ProNet advertisement in the September or October 1998 issues of Shipmate, I believe the majority of our members, particularly the members in our initial target group, were introduced to it here or when the USNA ProNet introductory letter arrived.

The Naval Academy Alumni Association and University ProNet have entered into a

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partnership to provide career transition and career enhancement to life members of the Association. Founded in 1987, by Stanford University, ProNet is an Internet based system whereby alumni are enrolled both by resume and by their specific skills, interests and education. ProNet has since expanded to, and is owned by, 20 of the nation's top universities with 65,000 of their alumni enrolled. The ProNet employer client base currently totals over 250 of the country's top companies. A quick review of the schools making up ProNet indicates the level of quality represented: 9 of the top 10 graduate engineering schools 6 of the top 10 graduate business schools 8 of the top 10 law schools 7 of the top 10 undergraduate universities As stated, ProNet is owned by these universities' alumni associations and is operated for the sole purpose of enhancing and furthering the careers of their own alumni. That the

ProNet is a service offered exlusive to the alumni of these schools:

Caltech Carnegie Mellon Columbia Cornell Duke Georgia Tech MIT Purdue Stanford University The Ohio State University UC Berkeley UCLA University of Chicago University of Illinois University of Michigan University of Pennsylvania University of Texas University of Wisconsin U.S. Naval Academy Yale

Naval Academy alumni, through the Alumni Association, were invited to join, is a true indicator of the value these prestigious schools recognize our alumni will bring to ProNet and its clients.

ProNet is designed to enhance our SACC program, which has traditionally been strongest in serving our junior alumni as they transition from the military to the civilian world.

ProNet will be at its best serving our midgrade and senior military officers transitioning from active duty, and most importantly, our alumni already in civilian endeavors who are ready for increased responsibility and leadership positions in the country's elite companies.

ProNet is an interactive, Internet based system with 24-hour access by enrolled alumni and client companies. Because enrollment provides lifetime service, your Alumni Association is only accepting Association life members into ProNet. I strongly encourage all alumni who are still actively employed and are not life members, to become an Association life member and to enroll in ProNet [See pp. 6-7]. This could be one of the most important career decisions you can make.

To enroll in USNA ProNet, all you need to do is access our USNA ProNet website at www.usnapronet.com and complete the required information to request a personal ID. Once you are issued an ID, you must complete the comprehensive worksheet to enroll and become "marketable" to the client companies. From that point forward, ProNet will provide you a confidential interface with the companies whose ProNet database searches "hit" on your skills, interests, experience and/ or education. It's that easy!

I am excited at this new opportunity we can now offer you. And, I want you to know your Association will continue working to provide enhanced and additional services to the Career Transition Program, while enhancing our alumni service across the boards.

Good luck with your career transitions and career enhancements! As you progress in your military and eventual civilian careers, we want you to keep us here at Alumni House apprised of your accomplishments and your current addresses, phone numbers and email addresses. Successful networking depends on current and valid data. Each and every one of you are the key to a vigorous and effective Alumni Association!

Ronald F. Marryott '57

Superintendent's Call

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of the Academy I would like to take this opportunity to share some information We are very pleased with our Permanent Military Professor Proprovided recently to our faculty and staff, as well as the Brigade, gram, which brings highly educated and enormously talented officconcerning the state of the Academy and an important Strategic Plan- ers to the Academy to teach and serve as role models until they reach ning initiative we have recently undertaken. retirement. Presently, four of these superb officers are onboard, with I continue to be impressed with what I see at the Naval Academy. another six slated to arrive in the near future. They bring diverse backBased upon close observation and extensive discussion with instruc- grounds, strong leadership skills and operational experience into the tors, staff and midshipmen, it is obvious the Academy is sound and classroom, providing additional stability that benefits the faculty and performing its mission of providing young men and women of great the Brigade. character and competence to the Navy and Marine Corps. Two things We are excited about our Company Officer master's program that make this institution better now than when I was a member of the is in its second year This program brings fleet-proven junior officers Brigade. First, we have a world-class faculty completely dedicated to to the Academy to assume duties as Company Officers after earning developing future leaders for the Navy and the Marine Corps. Sec- a master's degree in leadership, education and development. I am ond, our midshipmen are more talented and accountable than ever. impressed with the performance of these officers. We are seeing adPerhaps because of the society they come from, some do not arrive ditional side benefits from this program, such as thesis work, that has with the strong moral anchor we would prefer. But, we have the pro- direct application to our leadership development program. grams in place to inculcate and reinforce, over four years, the values This past fall, the Naval Academy established the Center for the we require in our graduates and our future officers.

Smdy of Professional Military Ethics. Funded by private donations I am pleased with 98% of the men and women who come to An- of Naval Academy supporters and Alumni, we expect the Center to napolis and am very proud of 100% of those who complete the four- become an ethics "think-tank" and a beacon for military ethical deyear program and graduate. However, you will still read the occa- velopment. We are privileged to have this superb resource here on the Yard and to have Dr. Al Pierce as its first direcsional story about a midshipman being recomtor [See "Resource for the Brigade... and Beyond," mended for discharge because of a serious violap. 6, Jan/Feb Shipmate]. We are very excited about tion of our standards of conduct. I make no To grow and to improve the Center's focus on ethical education, outreach apologies for being a strict disciplinarian who beand research. The Center's programs will involve as an institution, we lieves in holding people accountable, and at times the faculty, midshipmen, and the entire Navy and my recommendation to separate midshipmen for must articulate a case Marine Corps, and we are hoping to add an interserious misconduct will lead to adverse publicity. national diplomacy dimension as time and refor continued robust Unfortunately, most of the time you will hear only sources permit. one side of the story (their lawyer's) because the public funding... privacy act prevents the Academy from giving you As I have said before, the state of our infrastructhe fuU story. I am committed to the highest stanture and its associated maintenance requires imdards of conduct and to raising the level of accountprovement. In fact, the Academy today is burdened ability and responsibility within the Brigade of Midshipmen. with a significant deferred maintenance backlog, resulting from periOverall, "thrust vectors" remain positive for the first semester The ods in our history where we paused or neglected the area of infraoverall Brigade academic average is 2.85—the best it has been in a structure maintenance. Although most of our buildings look fine from long time. Earlier this year, we reduced weekend privileges and es- the outside, it is evident that our academic facilities, including classtablished the goal of improving study hour and the study habits of the rooms and laboratories, need to be renovated to a standard expected Brigade. The cooperation between our faculty and Bancroft Hall in of the Navy's flagship training institution. For instance, some of our addressing this issue has been impressive. We have made positive laboratories are essentially the same labs I sat in 32 years ago. Many steps, but we need to keep focusing on academic performance. After of our classrooms have been untouched for decades. This lack of imattending a number of classes each week during the first semester, it provement and renovation is not good for our midshipmen, our facis clear that many midshipmen can still improve their academic prepa- ulty, or our academic accreditation. The Brigade and faculty memration. bers deserve to have access to modem facilities and equipment. We Professional performance and deportment is an area of particular are working closely with staff and faculty in this renovation effort, importance to our Academy's reputation and image. Throughout the and remain optimistic that our stable and healthy budget will address semester, under the fine leadership of the Class of 1999, the Brigade this issue in the long run. showed continuous improvement in the fall series of formations, paAs many of you know, the Naval Academy continues to rely upon rades and football march-ons. Regrettably, because of the actions of significant private funding in addition to public funding. Public funda few midshipmen, we regressed during the Army-Navy game, both ing alone no longer enables us to leverage the degree of excellence in professional conduct and appearance. This was unacceptable and necessary to maintain our status as a world-class institution. In the was discussed by the Commandant with the Brigade immediately after past, most everything we did at the Academy could be sustained the weekend. As our Navy's flagship institution, I expect our Brigade through public funding. One of the biggest changes for me in coming to be the hallmark of military excellence, and we should strive for back to the Academy was not the physical plant or the Brigade, but nothing less. seeing how much we now depend upon private funding. Today, most Shipmate, March 1999

of our public funding is consumed by our huge deferred maintenance backlog. While this public funding will upgrade our facilities, it supports no new enrichment programs. That is not positive for an institution that has existed for 153 years and serves as a source of pride to the American public. To grow and to improve as an institution, we must articulate a case for continued robust public funding, and to attract significant private donations.

As I have announced to our faculty and staff. Brigade and various alumni, we are commencing an aspiration-based Strategic Plan and have commissioned IBM as a consultant to facilitate the Strategic Planning process. The Strategic Plan will look out to the year 2010 to determine what the Brigade and the Academy will need to meet the requirements of a rapidly changing 21" century. Because of our stable, positive command climate at the Academy, the timing is perfect to begin this important effort.

Admiral Larson created oiu- "Five Centers of Excellence." This initiative was an outstanding start to our private funding endeavor Projects such as the Ethics Center, modernization of the Robert Crown Sailing Center and construction of the new Glenn Warner Soccer Facility are being accomplished with private funding. We now have the opportunity to articulate oui future requirements in the larger context of a Strategic Plan.

There are many factors for our Strategic Plan to consider We are constrained physically with a fixed amount of acreage and must use this space wisely. We want to continue drawing outstanding young men and women to the Academy, as well as ensuring that we attract the highest caliber faculty. To sustain excellence in our programs and departments, we need additional endowed chairs. Nimitz Library can be improved. It is a world-class structure and its resources must be upgraded to world-class standards. As we enter the third millennium, we need to evaluate our entire education and training program and where necessary, modify our curriculum and even change the way we teach midshipmen. This effort has started with the recently com-

pleted Curriculum 21 study. Our Strategic Plan will integrate this effort into the future vision.

During our planning process, which will begin in February, we will solicit ideas and encourage active participation by a wide variety of individuals interested in and associated with the Academy, including the Alumni Association and members of the Naval Academy Fund.

We have developed a planning organization headed by the Executive Steering Committee, which I chair, and the Core Planning Team, chaired by the Commandant, to lead our effort. As our consultant, IBM will facilitate our process, but it will be the Academy and its leadership team that will develop and implement the Strategic Plan.

We expect to complete the Strategic Plan in July 1999, and immediately begin its implementation.

The Academy is on the right course. I am proud of how we are performing our mission, and I ask for your continued support. Central to our success are Naval Academy Alumni. All colleges and universities work closely with their Alumni network, and we're no different. In fact, the Naval Academy Alumni Association plays a more significant role than most. Class and chapter volunteer organizations are particularly strong within our Alumni Association because of its efforts over the last 50 years. We will interact with, and reinforce the effort of, the Alumni Association to develop the best possible Strategic Plan. Your ideas, thoughts and concerns matter Our mission is to develop leaders of great character and competence, and we need to continuously ask how can we improve the young men and women we are sending to the Fleet. The Naval Academy has been successful in producing leaders for 153 years, and I want the Naval Academy to grow and improve. As I have stated previously, we need to raise the "Bar of Excellence" in all we do—academically, morally and physically.

I am confident, with your dedicated support and involvement, the Academy can meet any challenge. We will continue to educate and train the very best young leaders for our Navy and Marine Corps.

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by Lieutenant P. Scott Miller '94 , USN August 1998, The Adriatic Sea: DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69)

was conducting routine flight operations over Bosnia-Herzegovina. I manned the spare for the second morning event on day two of Surge Operations. I was seated in my F/A-18 Hornet, Blue Blaster 211, ready to go flying in the event that one of the other Air Wing Hornets was unable to launch. I looked out across the flight deck and absorbed the flight deck buzz that every carrier aviator knows.

Positioned on the shelf, the aft area of the ship near the fantail that is clear of the landing area and opposite the landing signal officer's platform, I could only see catapults 3 and 4. It was just after the early E-2C Hawkeye and S-3B Viking launches, and the flight deck crew prepared to launch the Hornets. As I looked down toward catapult 4,1 saw one of those visions you usually only see on Navy commercials and in movies like Top Gun. The sun was just beginning to set directly behind the steam engulfed yellow shirt, who was directing the first F/A-18 toward the catapult. As the Hornet was being positioned for launch, the catapult director gave the launch bar down signal as the pilot gave the weight board operator a "thumbs-up." The aircraft, and its crew of one, were now ready for launch. The vision did not last long as IKE turned further right, into better wind, and quickly changed the position of the sun. This big dirty gray boat I had been living on for the last three months certainly was capable of producing a picturesque scene. I had not seen the pure silhouette of men, machine, steam, and God working together to produce such a beautiful sight other than in the Hollywood productions.

I think each person finds moments, here and there, that make all the jobs of carrier aviation not just bearable, but worthwhile. I recently spoke with Blue Blaster Airman Jerry Muiioz, one of the VFA34 personnel who is temporarily assigned to IKE'S S-5 division. He had stopped by my stateroom to take care of some of his duties, and we started to talk about his life and experiences. A native of Guatemala, he will finish his temporary duty assignment on the ship in 20 days and has started to look forward to working in the Line Division for the squadron. He had recently taken a few free moments to go up on the flight deck and watch his first night launch and recovery. To see the excitement in this young man's eyes, while he was telling me about what he had seen and felt the night before when he stood between catapults 1 and 2, was quite inspirational. His face lit up as he spoke of watching a Hornet launch; the pilot selecting afterburner, clicking on the lights and being sent into the night.

Sometimes it is difficult to appreciate or enjoy your surroundings while on board an aircraft carrier that is thousands of miles from home for months on end. I was fortunate to see my "vision" on the flight deck and to sense the excitement of a young man looking forward to his own future experiences on the flight deck of Mighty IKE. •f

Lieutenant Miller is a member of the Class of 1994 and is assigned to the VFA-34 Blue Blasters, flying the Navy's newest lot of XIX F/A-18C Hornets. VFA-34 is part of C VW-17, embarked on DwiGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69).

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t was a cniise like many others. The aircraft carrier LEYTE (CV32) was on a peacetime deployment to the Mediterranean, and the crew was enjoying some liberty in Marseille, France, when they received word that North Korean troops were pouring across the 38** Parallel. Most people on the ship had no idea where Korea was, and fewer had any idea that U.S. forces soon would be involved in a major war in Asia.

Within weeks, however, the Quonset Point-based carrier was racing across the Atlantic for repairs and provisions in Norfolk, before it dashed through the Panama Canal en route San Diego, Pearl Harbor, Yokosuka, and eventually, Korea.

Lieutenant (junior grade) Thomas Hudner '47 was a pilot with VF-32flyingoff LEYTE. He had beenflyingF-4U Corsairs since 1949, when he had been designated a Naval Aviator.

LEYTE arrived off the East Coast of Korea on 10 October 1950, three weeks after the Inchon landing. Aircraft from LEYTEflewbombing, armed reconnaissance, and close-air support as U.S. forces pushed the North Koreans back across of the 38* Parallel, and north toward the Yalu River. In spite of Chinese warnings not to approach the Yalu River that formed the boarder between China and Korea, General Douglas MacArthur continued to press the attack.

The situation changed on 27 November, when 150,000 Chinese soldiers swarmed across the Yalu and attacked U.S. Soldiers and Marines near the Chosin Reservoir The U.S. forces were outnumbered 10-1, and were forced to withdraw, or as Marine General O.P. Smith said at Hagaru-ri, "We're not retreating, we're simply attacking in a different direction!" In one of the most glorious chapters of Marine Corps history, the Marines fought off encirclement by the Chinese army and temperatures of 35 degrees below zero, to keep a corridor open that allowed withdrawal of U.S. forces from the "Frozen Chosin" to the sea.

The pilots from LEYTE were thrown into the fray, and on 4 December, launched an armed reconnaissance mission around the Chosin 10

Reservoir led by VF-32's executive officer. Lieutenant Commander Dick Cevolli, wingman Lieutenant George Hudson, section leader Ensign Jesse Brown, the U.S. Navy's first African-American pilot, and tail-end-charlie, Lieutenant (junior grade) Thomas Hudner. The group was flying at about 6,500 feet, only 1,000 feet above the mountainous terrain. Suddenly, Ensign Brovra announced he had engine trouble and was going down. Lieutenant Hudner began talking him through the crash landing checklist—wheels up, flaps down, canopy open, lock shoulder harness, etc.,—while looked for a clearing. Somehow, Ensign Brown managed to find a clearing in the trees below and crash-land his Corsair in the snow on a 20 degree incUne. The force of the crash buckled his plane and forced the canopy closed, as smoke began to billow from the cowling. It appeared to all that Ensign Jesse Brown had been killed.

As Lieutenant Commander Cevolli climbed to a higher altitude to transmit a Mayday call. Lieutenant Hudner saw Jesse Brown open the cockpit and wave. But Jesse was trapped in the smoking plane. Lieutenant Hudner assessed the situation: Jesse Brown was alive; he was trapped in his aircraft; the aircraft was smoking and might burst into flames; the rescue helicopter was at least 20 minutes away. The situation was clear to Hudner; so was his duty. He decided to make a wheelsup landing, a controlled crash, to try to save Jesse Brown.

Lieutenant Hudner made a carrier-type pass over the clearing to gauge his approach, then he flew slowly up the slope of the mountain and made a hard belly-landing, stopping 100 yardsfromEnsign Brown's crashed Corsair.

Lieutenant Hudner clambered onto Ensign Brown's broken Corsair, with snow-caked boots slipping on the fuselage. He held on with one hand and worked to free Brown with the other. Brown was pinned in the aircrat. Hudner had no tools with which to pry the twisted metal to free the trapped pilot. His frustration grew. Brown had removed his helmet and glove in an attempt to release his harness and had dropped his gloves into the bottom of the cockpit. In addition to his injuries, Jesse Brown was freezing in the subzero temperatures in the mountains around the frozen Chosin. Tom Hudner gave Brown his watch cap and wrapped his scarf around Brown's stiff hands while he offered Ensign Brown some hope.

Soon the rescue helicopter, an H03S flown by Marine P' Lieutenant Charlie Ward, arrived on the scene. But, the situation was futile.

Jesse Brown was trapped and dying in his Corsair and there was nothing that Tom Hudner or Charlie Ward could do about it. With darkness falling, Charlie Waid called Tom Hudner aside. His helicopter was not instrumented for night flight, and flying at night through the mountains of North Korea was suicide. In addition, with temperatures of 30 degrees below zero, they had no chance to survive the night on the mountain. They had to go now. Jesse Brown died moments later Retired Navy Captain Thomas Hudner spoke recently at the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Society. He retold Shipmate, March 1999

this amazing story in the stoic, detached, and matter-of-fact manner long associated with Naval Aviators. His voice broke, however when he told of leaving Jesse Brown on that mountainside. He told of people he thought of as truly brave, the Marines and soldiers who fought their way from the frozen Chosin to the seaport of Wonsan.

Much has been made of the fact that Jesse Brown was the Navy's first black pilot. In the days when the military had recently been integrated by executive order, and the rest of the nation was segregated, why would a white man crash his own plane into a mountain in enemy territory to save a dying black man? Because Jesse Brown was not black or white: He was a shipmate.

President Harry S. Truman awarded the Medal of Honor to Lieutenant (junior grade) Thomas J. Hudner on Friday, 13 April 1951.

Thomas Hudner went on to have a successful career in the Navy, retiring as a captain in 1973. He served many exciting tours, including squadron operations officer for the Air Force's F-IOIB category i n test programs, executive officer of KITTY HAWK (CV-63), and in the targeting section of the Southeast Asia division of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He had a successful run in the private sector before becoming deputy commissioner for Veteran's Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1987, and C o m m i s s i o n e r of Veteran's Services in 1991, a post he still occupies.

Thomas J. Hudner credits much of his success to the lessons he learned at the Naval Academy: s h i p m a t e loyalty, and in moral decisions where principle is involved, be deaf to expediency.

Captain Hudner and our nation have been well served by these lessons.

The author thanks Captain Jack Van Ness '43, USN (Ret.), and Mr. Timothy Cronen of the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Society for arranging an interview with Captin Hudner. Sources for this story included The Flight of Jesse Leroy Brown (Theodore Taylor, New York, Avon Books 1998), Jesse's Down by Captain Hudner, which appeared in the fall 1998 issue of the Naval Aviation Museum's Foundation magazine, and his address at the Smithsonian's "Flight Jackef night. Most of all, the author must thank Captain Hudner.

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To my surprise, I found I had talked myself right into the hole that admirals Connolly and Townsend had already dug for me. I was given the "simple" mandate to find out why the Navy was not shooting down more MiGs and to recommend what should be done about it!

I was given carte blanche to pick anyone I wanted to assist in the project, to conduct the study in any manner I saw fit, and to spend whatever funds were necessary. As for desired end results, I was told: "an increase in combat kills of not less than three times better than performance to date, and as soon as possible." If ever the Navy had issued a de facto license to steal, this, indeed, was mine. Little wonder, then, that the word, accountability, surged immediately to mind, underscoring as much as the urgency of the effort, the onus on me to perform.

In looking through the thousands of pages of analyses of air combat performance, it became apparent that, although there had been many studies of discrete elements of Navy and Air Forcefighterweapons systems, no one had ever looked at them in a coordinated, wombto-tomb basis whereby events or influences at each stage of their life cycles were not only significant at that stage, but importantly affected events and performance later on.

This suggested to me the breakdown of life cycles into five significant stages and the selection of a study team member with a proven track record for each area. Ex officio members of my study team included the manufacturers of the principal elements of the weapons systems, each of whom assigned a team to work with us to uncover problems and devise fixes.

Nine months and approximately 150 man-years of effort later, my team released the 480-page A/r-to-AirMwi/fe Capability Review (later dubbed "The Ault Report"), which embodied 242 recommendations for changes and improvements to the Navy's fighter weapons systems.

Like most study groups, mine first looked for the "Aha's": crucial factors, previously overlooked, which would materially influence the outcome. However, we found no single reason why our air combat performance was sub-par in 1968. Rather, the situation was the byBy Captain Frank Ault '43, U.S. Navy (Retired) product of an insidious conglomeration of small items, many relatively insignificant, which, in combination with others, seriously vitiated combat performance.

In retrospect, it is worth noting that the Fighter Weapons School, reported to Washington, D.C. in early 1968, after duty as Com"TOP GUN," one of the most successful and widely-popularized prodmanding Officer, CORAL SEA (CVA-43), and qualification as a bona ucts of the Ault Report's 242 recommendations, probably would not • fide member of the "Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club." During my time in have been nearly so successful without one of the report's less-publithe Tonkin Gulf, I had written several letters suggesting changes to cized recommendations—the development and acquisition of an Air the Navy's fighter weapons systems to improve air combat perforCombat Maneuvering Range. mance. These were on the table in Washington in early 1968, coinciNevertheless, the bottom line is that the Ault Report is generally dent with a growing realization in the Pentagon that something was credited for raising the Navy's air combat kill ratio in Vietnam from wrong with our fighter weapons systems and that something had to less than 2.5 to 1 to slightiy more than 12.5 to 1. be done about it.

Moreover, naval aviation recruiting was a notable beneficiary of Combat kill ratios, although still in favor of U.S. aircraft, were the the popular movie. Top Gun, even if, in my opinion, the blonde was worst in the history of U.S. aerial warfare: just a little over 2 to 1, too old for Tom Cruise! including attack aircraft and other types. While the F-8 Crusaders were doing better than other types—about 6 to 1—even that was below expectations. Worse, the "exchange rate" involving a 2-man, $4 Captain Ault is a metnber of the \ million F-4 Phantom versus a $1 million MiG-21 favored the enemy.

Naval Academy Class of 1943. -il^ No Navy pilot had more than one MiG kill and most of these aviaHis career as a naval aviator intors, having completed their fair quota of combat sorties, were comcluded command of CORAL SEA ing home just as the MiG threat was increasing ominously. In truth, (CVA-43). In 1968, tie authored U.S. claims to air supremacy over Vietnam were in real jeopardy. the "Ault Report" which is cred- .

In March, 1968, 1 was called to a conference with Rear Admiral Bob Townsend '34, Commander Naval Air, and Vice Admiral Tom ited with major improvements in ^ ' Connolly '33, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Air), ostensibly, I the Navy's air combat perfor- f thought, to give me hell for rocking the boat. I, therefore, hastened to mance in Vietnam. ' f »• , mount my defense by offering that the tempo of operations had restricted my views to only the tip of the iceberg and that numerous fixes, beyond what I had recommended, were needed.

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:< The Naval Academy is a living monument to service, and those of us who spent four formative years inside the Yard are, almost without exception, devoted to remembering and honoring the past. Memorial Hall, featuring the list of names of those Alumni who perished during battle, is at the heart of this respectful reflection. It also serves as a quiet way for Midshipmen and Alumni alike to explain to visitors that sacrifice is an inherent part of our special calling. But in this writer's view, the list of names of graduates killed in action vastly understates the price that has been paid by Naval Academy Aliunni, particularly during the Cold War and its aftermath. It would be both respectful to our traditions, and a more accurate reflection of the contributions made by our fellow Alumni, if the list of names were expanded to include those who perished during operational missions, even if they were not officially designated as having been killed in action.

The naval service is rightly stringent in awarding the Purple Heart and in assigning the status of killed in action to a service member.

But in the complicated world in which we have lived since the end of World War II, many who perished during operational missions, directly related to national defense, paid a price that was clearly measurable in the Cold War's victory. Others who died in combat zones while on missions were not accorded the status of "killed in action" because of technical definitions. Few graduates over the past 50 years would have to struggle if asked to remember examples of such service, and several come easily to mind for me. For example, Gary Holtzclaw '67 perished in a mid-air helicopter collision while serving as a company commander in Vietnam. Bill Mathews '68 died Shipmate, March 1999

after his aircraft fell into the sea following a "cold shot" from an aircraft carrier T.K. Tardy '68 was lost over the sea while flying a helicopter off of Okinawa. And I would be stunned if there were not several Alumni among the officers lost with THRESHER. None of these men were specifically killed in combat, but certainly they lost their lives while sent into harm's way.

While we, as Alumni, should carefully guard our traditions and standards, at the same time we should not allow ourselves to be paralyzed by textbook definitions and peer understandings from other eras.

Such definitions, and even the nature of military awards that we regard as sacrosanct, have evolved overtime.As one example, we rightly hold the Medal of Honor to be the epitome of truly extraordinary battiefield conduct—in Vietnam, the Marines, who suffered more than 100,000 casualties, awarded only 47 Medals of Honor, 34 of them posthumously. However, past awards were not given with such care.

The April 1914 expedition at Vera Cruz, a littie one-day spat in which 15 Americans were killed in action from all services, resulted in the issuance of 56 Medals of Honor. The Boxer Rebellion, in which nine Marines were killed in action, saw the issuance of 33 Medals of Honor to the Marines alone. Just as the viciousness of the twentieth-century battlefields elevated the standards for this precious award, the extraordinarily complex operational requirements brought on by the Cold War and modem technology should allow us to recognize that dying for one's country during military operations does not always result in the receipt of a Purple Heart.

It seems entirely fitting that those of us who were spared such a fate take steps to recognize Alumni who made the supreme sacrifice during operational missions. To me, the appropriate gesture would be to join their names with those of friends and Classmates who now are enshrined in hallowed honor in Memorial Hall. Their addition would more accurately reflect the contributions to national defense by those who have walked the bricks at the Naval Academy. They would also offer outside obsei-vers a greater understanding of both the price and the contributions of naval service.

Mr. Webb served as Secretary of the Navy during the Reagan Administration, He is a highly decorated combat Marine, and was one of the driving forces behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

The list I if those Alumni who perished during battle...serves as a quiet way for Midshipmen and Alumni alike to explain to visitors that sacrifice is an inherent part of our special calling.

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By Linda Vostenrieder 'SI In recent years, I have spent a great deal of time reflecting on my own personal role as a Naval Academy graduate, and the role of the Academy in our worid's future. The Naval Academy has not played a big part in my life since my graduation more than 16 years ago. I had great fun at the ten year reunion, met a couple of Classmates along the way, participated in a couple of email lists, and browsed Shipmate for news. Other than that, however, I purposely kept the Naval Academy on the periphery of my life.

In the last couple of years, with the encouragement of my best friend, Mik, I began networking more with Naval Academy grads. I went to a few of events where I recognized a couple of faces and began to feel like I "fit in." But the event that started to bring the Naval Academy Alumni Association back "onto the active radar scope," was a dinner meeting with a guest speaker who was on a task force formed by Admiral Charles Larson '58. This task force was given five months to determine if the Academy was still achieving its mission.

This speaker really got me thinking about the role of the Navy in general, and the drastic changes and challenges that the Information Age is creating. I was intrigued by his story of his own ambivalence about the Academy until he reluctantly agreed to take a five-month leave of absence from his executive position at a Fortune 500 company to participate in the task force. His experiences were similar to my own and many other Alumni who have chosen not to participate in the Alumni Association. We all are barraged daily with junk mail, email, voicemail, news and advertising. Family, work, charities, social clubs, etc. ask us for our money and our time and our commitment. We must make choices continuously about how we spend our resources.

When the opportunity arose to represent the San Francisco Chapter of the Alumni Association at the Board of Trustees meeting in December 1998,1 threw my hat in the ring. As I was the only person in the Chapter wilUng and able to go, I was selected for the trip. At the very least, I hoped to get into the Mid Store to do some power shopping for the holidays. Not really knowing what to expect, I braced myself for all possibilities. I considered the best case scenario an informative meeting that would convince me to deepen my involvement with the Alumni Association; the worst case, an agonizing experience as an "outsider" that would put the Naval Academy and the Alumni Association back into the periphery of my consciousness.

I arrived early for the meeting and drove around the Yard. As I drove behind Nimitz Library, I saw a familiar face running in the opposite direction. It was someone who had played on the volleyball team with me during my days as a Mid, so I hung a U-turn and caught up with her. Turns out that Caroline Simpkins '83 (now SimpkinsMullins), a Marine major, was stationed at the Academy in the Character Development program. I wondered how character development fit with the leadership curriculum to address the needs of Midshipmen. The current mission statement of the Naval Academy states as its goal: To develop Midshipmen morally, mentally and physically and to imbue them with the highest ideals of duty, honor and loyalty in order to provide graduates who are dedicated to a career of naval service and have potential for future development in mind and character to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship and government.

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character Development Caroline explained that character development is an exciting new part of the curriculum that is targeted at the latter part of the mission.

So, with my colorful silk shirt, holiday red blazer, black skirt and black wing-tipped pumps, I entered Alumni Hall into a sea of blue, gray and black suits. My first thought was, "way to be inconspicuous." As I made my way to one of the breakfast tables, I was approached by a grad with a smile and a handshake. Roger Onorati '61 greeted me and welcomed me to the meeting. His genuine interest in my background was a delightful and unexpected start to my day.

Even more unexpected was the predominance of civilian attire.

First name introductions were the order of the day. Several more handshakes and introductions pulled me into the conversation of the stressed junior officers and the frustrations of the large pipeline of commanding officers waiting to take command. I am not sure why first name introductions surprised me, but that, combined with the immediate sense of inclusion, put me much more at ease and gave me a greater sense of purpose (and it was not even 8:00 a.m. on the first day!) After further discussion with Roger, we reaUzed that I was a Mid when he was 5* Battalion officer. It was fun to reminisce and enjoy fact-finding about our paths from naval service into the civilian sector.

I attended theformal portion of the Membership Committee meeting where they were discussing the need to increase the lifetime membership and general participation. I was impressed with the degree of preparedness of the committee members and the agenda of issues..

Those issues included the need for the Alumni Association to: â&#x20AC;˘ expand its role in assisting with the military-to-civilian transition for all members (not just members retiring) â&#x20AC;˘ facilitate the networking opportunities for all (especially after the transition into the civilian sector) [See President's Call] â&#x20AC;˘ consolidate and coordinate fund raising efforts to minimize the requests for financial support These were the exact issues that the members of the San Francisco Chapter asked to be addressed. I was pleased to see that these issues were concrete enough to be reflected in the plans and budget for 1999.

The chairman tasked the committee with several action items for the spring meeting. The most intriguing item, to me, was the chairman's introduction of the "Post-Vietnam Syndrome" (more on this later) with a strong request to brainstorm ideas for reaching the classes of 1969 and junior.

Possibly the most important highlight of the meeting was the proposal by the Governance Study Panel to change the composition of the Board of Trustees to facilitate junior alumni involvement. The panel Chairman, Neil Block '61, and his team did an excellent job of identifying necessary changes to the Board of Trustees (5ee CAPT Neil Block, pp. 37-39.) Not only do the current board members embrace junior class involvement, they clearly see the need to facilitate it. They are working very hard to give us, the junior classes, reasons and opportunities to step up and get involved. They seek diversity in class representation, gender and ethnicity. The Board of Trustees understands the changes that need to be made for the Alunrni Association to be successful with all Alumni.

Finally, the Chairman told of his visit to the office of the Under Secretary of the Navy to voice the Alumni Association's concern regarding a recent decision made by the Secretariat (5ee BOT sumShipmate, March 1999

mary pp. 48-51.) At this point, I realized the enormous influence the Alumni Association has on what happens at the Academy and in the Navy. I was awestruck by the reality of our unique position as graduates of the Naval Academy and members of the Alumni Association.

We wield incredible influence on the directions and decisions made at the highest level.

With this realization, the seeming contradiction of the Post-Vietnam Syndrome is startling. The Syndrome, as I understand it, boils down to the ambivalence about the Alumni Association and the lack of involvement of Alumni from the classes of 1969 and junior There are many reasons to be concerned about the Post-Vietnam Syndrome.

In the most drastic scenario, without the involvement from the junior classes, and with the inevitable reduced involvement of senior classes over time, there is fear that the Yard will be leveled for condos.

As alarmist as that may sound, in the San Francisco area we have lost Moffett Field, Hunter's Point and Mare Island Naval Shipyards, Alameda and Treasure Island. We now have zero active-duty naval faculties. During national budgeting negotiations, the cost of the Academy is under great scrutiny and the involvement of Alumni is seen as a necessity in keeping it open. From a San Francisco Bay perspective, it seems to be a reasonable concern.

M There are some clear reasons, to me, why the Syndrome exists: * Prior to the Viemam War, and particularly during World Wars I and II, there was popular support for the war efforts.

The information age overloads us with choices for time and financial commitment.

The media is rightfully allowed to present the dark side of war Naval careers are the exception, and not the rule of Naval Academy grads.

y\l\\y Qet Involved?

Before attending this Board of Trustee meeting, 1 wondered, "Why get involved?" It may sound idealistic, but involvement can result in things like influence on course curriculum. Navy policy, and have a positive impact on future military, government, and industry leaders.

The Naval Academy must remain open to continue providing quality leaders to our nation. There is plenty of work to do to continue the improvement. Things like the Character Development Program make me believe that the Academy is responding to the needs of the Navy, and the nation.

The Post-Vietnam Syndrome is a very real challenge for the Alumni Association. I encourage you to investigate the opportunity of involvement. There have been few events in my life in which I have experienced such a sense of purpose and belonging, but joining-in is one of them. For those whose curiosity is peaked by the idea of getting involved at a local, class, or national level, I have one piece of advice. Find your local chapter or class contact and give it a try.

Linda Postenrieder graduated from the Naval Academy in 1982. She served as a Surface Warfare Officer onboard FRANK CABLE ( A S -

40) before transitioning to Supply Corps in 1985.

Linda left active duty in 1987 and began a hi-tech career in the Silicon Valley. At present, she is the Director of Technical Support for Personic Software, Inc., in Brisbane, Cahfornia. For those interested in joining the San Francisco Bay Chapter, Linda Postenreider can be reached at post82@pelicanassociates.com.

1999 Alumni Travel Program has something for everyone! By popular demand, we Anchors Away areThebringing back places and itineraries that are hot, but we are also tiding some things we Alumni Travel 1999

have never done before. There are short, value-priced trips for people who don't have time for a long trip, and cruises for people who like to unpack only once. We have trips that focus on culture, and trips that focus on wildlife and the natural beauty of a location. We have also tried to find new ways to explore places you may have been before—so even if you've been there on another trip, take a look. We are also sending more staff from the Alumni Association—so watch to see who's hosting!

Alumni College in Ireland Alumni College in Greece Explore the land of the Gods—a week in Poros Town, a village of You asked for Ireland! A week in Ennis, a medieval town surrounded lime-washed white houses on the island of Poros. Day trips to by spectacular history and scenery. Visit Quin Abbey, Bunratty Castle, Epidauros, Mycenae, Nauplion, Trizina, Hydra and Athens. Visit all Kilfenora, Galway City and Rossaveal. In depth exploration of the those places you learned about in school. June 1-11, 1999/10 days/ history and culture of this fascinating area. September 15-22,1999/9 days/$2095 (includes air.) Hosted by CAPT Paul Zambernardi '70, $2295 (includes air.)

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Russia's White Sea, The North Cape, Norwegian Fjords Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. Includes a visit to Passage of the Caesars Murmansk in Russia. Cruise aboard the MV KRISTINA REGINA with A new itinerary that combines many requested places. Four days in her teak decks and old-style elegance. Lectures on-board bring his- Paris, then board the M.S. CEZAiNNE II for a cruise to Aries, Monte Carlo, Portofino, Viareggio and Rome. Follow in the footsteps of tory alive. June 17 to July 2, 1999/16 days/$4795 (includes air.)

Romans and see their amazing achievements. September 14-28,1999/ 15 days/$4795 (includes air.) Hosted by CDR Skid Heyworth '70, Main-Danube Passage Three days in Prague, then cruise aboard M/S ERASMUS through Ger- Director of Strategic Programs. many, Austiia and Hungary. Visit historic cities including Passau, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest. The heart of Europe is open The West Coast on the American Orient Express for your enjoyment. July 24-August 6,1999/14 days/$3495 (includes Discover the West Coast by private luxury train. Los Angeles, Santa air.) Hosted by CAPT Chip Seymour '65, V. P of the Naval Acad- Barbara, San Francisco, The Napa Valley, Shasta, Portland and Seattle. A leisurely journey with stunning natural beauty and amazing emy Fund. history. October 15-21, 1999/7 days/$2990 (plus air.)

Alaska's Inside Passage—Hidden Fjords and Glaciers THE YORKTOWN CLIPPER brings small ship elegance to an area you've All prices tentative. Final brochure prices may vary. always wanted to see up-close. With two options—the cruise portion For more information or to be on the mailing list for to explore by sea, or add the Denali pre-cruise extension to see Alaska one or all trips, call Bobbi Collins at 410-263-4448, by both sea and land. August 7-14, 1999/Craise 8 days/$2200 (plus ext. 139. air), Denali pre-extension—5 days/$1220.

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Where will the SACC be held?

The SACC is the Service Academy Career Conference supported by the Alumni Associations from the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis) and U.S. Coast Guard Academy (New London) and Associations of Graduates from the U.S. Military Academy (West Point) and the U.S. Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs). The eight previous Conferences have been attended by over 200 different companies and 4,100 alumni.

The SACC will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Pentagon City, Arlington, VA.

Who will be the candidates at the SACCl The candidates will be alumni from the Service Academies.

These individuals have learned the lessons of leadership, integrity and time management during their undergraduate years. These skills have been honed and tested during active duty military service in a fast paced operational environment.

The highest sense of personal honor and commitment to getting the job done are common traits among our alumni. Alumni of the Service Academies are a true representation of our multiculmral society and span the experience levels from entry to senior executive.

Who is a typical candidate?

Alumni of the Service Academies have a strong background in technical course material, as well as demonstrated leadership and management skills. Over 50% have post-graduate degrees.

What is the schedule for the SACC ?

The schedule for the SACC is as follows: Thursday, April 22,1999 (10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.)— Recruiter check-in and receipt of resume books and electronic versions of resumes Friday, April 23,1999— 10:00 AM to 1:00 p.m. - Open Session I Recruiter Break - Lunch 3:00 PM to 6:00 p.m. - Open Session II Saturday, April 24,1999— Interviews as scheduled by company recruiters.

What is the company registration fee?

The company registration fee is $2000/1 st table, $3000 for two tables, $3750 for three, and $4250 for four tables. This fee entitles a company access to the best candidates in corporate America; open sessions to meet with candidates; opportunities for on-site interviews. For each table registered, a company receives hard copies of all resumes submitted and an electronic version of the resumes with search software. PLEASE NOTE: This fee does not cover the cost of your room at the hotel.

You must make separate room reservations by calling 800241-3333 or 703-415-5000 and asking for the SACC rate.

SACC Company Registration Form A. Enclosed is a check for $ for April 22-24, 1999. This is for tables.

B. Bill the $ SACC Company Registration fee for tables to the address below: C. Charge the $ SACC Company Registration fee for tables to the MasterCardA^isa/Discover #.

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What is the SACCl The SACC is the Service Academy Career Conference supported by the Alumni Associations from the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis) and U.S. Coast Guard Academy (New London) and Associations of Graduates from the U.S. Military Academy (West Point) and the U.S. Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs). The eight previous Conferences have been attended by over 200 different companies and 4,100 alumni.

Where will the SACC be held?

The SACC will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Pentagon City in ArUngton, VA. You may obtain a room at the Ritz for the SACC rate of $180 plus tax a night. Call 1800-241-3333 or 703-415-5000 for reservations and ask for the SACC rate. There are many other hotels available in the area, or think about renewing relationships with classmates in the Washington, D.C. area.

4. To participate in the April 1999 SACC, send to the SACC office no later than March 19,1999: a. Completed registration form below b. The $20 registration fee c. Two (2) hard copy resumes (1 page/1 side) d. The Electronic Resume and Attribute Program disk 5. In early April, all registered candidates will receive a list of attending companies and available web sites.

6. The schedule for the SACC is as follows: Thursday, April 22,1999: • Interview Prep Seminar at 7:00 p.m.

Friday, April 23,1999: •Continental breakfast at 8:00 a.m.

• Registration opens 9:00 a.m. - continues all day • Two open sessions from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 24,1999: • Recruiters may schedule individual interviews Saturday.

What to do to register for the SACC: 1. Have a current Association membership and complete the registration form below.

2. Send two copies of your resume (resumes strictly limited to one page/one side).

This resume should be the version that sells you the best, not necessarily the one generated using the electronic resume program.

3. Complete the Electronic Resume and Attribute Program disk, obtained by sending a check for $25 to USNA Alumni Association, 247 King George Street, Annapolis, MD 21402.

The recruiters who participated in the 1997 and 1998 Conferences found the electronic database extremely helpful; it would be wise to use this resource.

We cannot guarantee resumes received after March 19, 1999 will be included in the Resume Book provided each recruiter. To have your resume included in the electronic version of the data base, please return the resume and attribute disk to SACC office. Electronic versions received after March 19, 1999 will not be provided SACC recruiters at this conference; however, they will be added to the normal Service Academy Resume Database. This is a hard deadline, as the resumes have to be compiled and the disks copied. (If you have returned an electronic version after November 1, 1998 for the Service Academy Database, it will be included in the SACC Electronic Resume Database).

If you have any questions on this service provided to members by the USNA Alumni Association, call 410-2634448.

SACC Candidate Registration Form Name {to be printed on your nametag, no ranks please)

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THE GULF IN CRISIS

by Captain George Galdorisi '70, USN In the short time since my December colurtm on ABRAHAM LINCOLN Battle Group's 1998 deployment, the ongoing crisis in the Gulf erupted into offensive operations against Saddam Hussein. Operation Desert Fox, led by ENTERPRISE Battle Group, under the command of Rear Admiral Cutler Dawson '70, struck the Iraqi regime with both tactical aircraft and Tomahawk, in missions that had been planned and rehearsed by previous battle groups.

As this column is being written, CARL VINSON Battle Group aircraft, as well as Air Force assets deployed throughout the Middle East, are dueling with Saddam's aircraft in the skies over northern and southern Iraq. By the time you read this, one of these aerial dogfights may have resulted in aircraft being shot down. The ENTERPRISE Battle Group will have returned home, The CARL VINSON Battle Group also will have left the Gulf, and a succession of other carrier battle groups and amphibious ready groups will have taken their turn on station in what will be the primary focus of our Navy and Marine Corps deployments for the near-term.

Solving Problems With all the successes of these battle groups and amphibious ready groups, there are important areas where deployed forces are potentially brittle and will require constant attention to keep readiness from being impacted in a negative way. These areas were recently briefed to Fleet commanders and the Chief of Naval Operations and have the full attention of the Department of the Navy.

Manning ABRAHAM LINCOLN Battle Group deployed with 800 fewer sailors in 1998 than it did in 1999, and the carrier/air wing team alone deployed with 600 fewer sailors. While mandated manning levels were met, the target number of sailors was adjusted downward as manning requirements continued to be refined. While the data that caused these adjustments did not seem flawed, a carrier deploying with 18 aircraft directors instead of 30, and more than a hundred fewer airman, seemed far less able to sustain ongoing strike operations. ENTERPRISE Battle Group reported similar manning challenges.

Sensors and Weapons Battle groups and amphibious ready groups departing the Fifth, Sixth, and Seventh Fleet areas of responsibility typically pass critical sensor systems and precision weapons to the inchopping battle groups. This logistics shell game is designed to maximize the effectiveness of our systems and put the best systems in the hands of those units that are likely to use them in combat. This enables us to get the job done, but often suboptimizes the ability of our forces. This can inhibit the ability of our carrier air wing aircraft and armed helos to train the way they are going to fight. This is especially true when it involves practicing with precision sensors such as LANTIRN and FLIR, and firing "smart" weapons such as Phoenix, AMRAMM, Penguin, Hellfire and others. In addition, this constant sensor and

weapons shell game makes determining force capabilities problematic. Can we muster the forces necessary if more than two carrier battle groups are needed to respond to a larger crisis in the Arabian Gulf, or elsewhere?

Platforms The mix of our carrier air wings is changing. The new ES-3 Shadow is being eliminated as a cost-saving measure, and the undersea warfare capability of the S-3B Viking is being cut back, relegating it primarily to tanking and SSSC roles. Similariy, our net number of Navy ships continues to decline, and will continue to decline throughout the next decade. I have watched the last two battle groups 1 deployed with scramble to make their commitments in the Arabian Gulf, while watching the OpTempo (the net days a sea) increase.

Technology The Navy and Marine Corps have moved out smartly embracing new technology such as Intelligence Technology for the 21st Century (lT-21). Deployments with prototype systems have just been completed and "full-up" systems are at sea. This technology allows command elements and larger combatants to make enormous strides in effectiveness and efficiency, causing older systems to fall into disuse. However, smaller platforms, such as our frigates, destroyers, and submarines do not yet have the bandwidth capability to take full advantage of this technology. We must ensure against leaving these platforms behind as we bring this technology on line.

Scanning the Horizon Over the past six months much of the focus of this column has been on the Arabian Gulf It is the place where our military, and our Navy in particular, has fired ordnance, but there are other areas where our forces could be called into action, and scenarios for which we must continue to be ready. North Korea continues to threaten its southern neighbor and continues to exhibit what can only be described as bizarre behavior.

China is an emerging regional power that at times becomes more and more intransigent regarding Taiwan. The entire Balkans cauldron continues to boil, taking significant resources across the board to keep in check. Regional powers such as India and Pakistan are continuously at odds, threatening their region with potential conflicts. Transnational crimes such as piracy, drug and alien smuggling, and others mandate a requirement for the U.S. military, and especially the Navy, to be able to respond. International terrorism requires that a wide range of responses be available, from naval strikes against terrorism last August to tracking down and arrest of individual terrorists.

These examples and more make it imperative that the Navy and Marine Corps team of tomorrow overcome whatever challenges it faces and be as ready as today.

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It is the M1911A1 .45. It was known as the "Colt .45," because Colt was the first and the hading supplier of this sidearm to the Navy. Its passing, only due to NATO's standardization of 9mm, was bemoaned.

Now, to salute the U.S. Navy and this passing "Golden Age", Colt and The American Historical Foundation are proud to issue the CoH Golden Tribute and Colt Silver Tribute to the U.S. Navy—in 24-Karat Gold plating or Hard Nickel plating, respectively Advance collectors and Navy families will want to acquire one of each with matching regishy numbers.

"Firsts" in Collecting!

This announcement presents two important "Firsts": (1) This is the first Official Colt Collectible .45 to specifically honor the U.S. Navy. And (2) this is the ^irsf Official Colt Collectible .45 with coverage of inscriptions extending all the way to the lower front side of the sUde. Each fu-es .45 AGP.

The "Golden Tribute" The 24-Karat Gold Plated Golden Tribute is a firiifgi Museum Piece; each gleams like a valuable Gold nugget, as rich 24-Karat Gold plating glistens across each pistol. As your guarantee of lasting beauty and value, the plating is to Jewelers GradeHeavy thickness. The Rosewood grips are finished to a corresponding deluxe high gloss. This edition is strictly limited to only 500 pistols.

Tribute. Each pistol is minor polished and plated with beautiful, yet heavy-duty. Hard Nic/ce/ plating. The Rosewood grips are finished with multiple coats of hand-rubbed oil. The Silver Tribute edition is strictly limited to 1,000.

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The symbol of the Navy forms the focal point, flanked by its name, its proud motto and the four stars of the CNO. The Navy's founding date, etched in a foliate barmei; embellishes the lower front side of the slide Fired-enamel cloisonnes enhance both right and left grips, displaying the intertwined initials, USN. Verification of the origin of each as an Official Colt Collectible appears with the maker's name on the reverse side of the frame, deeply etched on the presentation side of the slide and imprinted on the Certificate of Authenticity.

This document also verifies the edition limit; the purity of the plating; and the Registry Number, which is proceeded with the initials USN (e.g. USNOOl), as engraved on the pistol.

How to Reserve The Colt Golden Tribute and Silver Tribute to the U.S. Navy are available exclusively through The American Historical Foundation. To reserve, simply

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"Annapolis'' is the perfect gift, the lasting heirloom

Leonard Weber's striking watercolor evokes memories of the stately Academy grounds and buildings, and the charm of colonial Annapolis. Highlighted are Academy landmarks, from Bancroft Hall to the Chapel, the academic buildings, a dozen monuments and sculptures, Worden and Dewey Fields and Santee Basin - virtually the entire "Yard." Some 45 familiar townhouses, churches, spires and City Dock complete the remarkable townscape.

Your signed, numbered print of this oneTECUMSEH ART D. Laric (wife of Paur49) For more information call: Sales Representative RO. Box 307 212/924-4864 Mon.-Wed. Great Barrington, MA 01230 413/229-8816 Thur.-Sun. E-mail: LARICl@aol.com Please send me the following: - Signed, numbered (limited edition of 5,000) prints (g $145.00 + $15.00 shipping & handling.; Framed: $245.00 + $30.00 shipping & handling. „ Hand-signed, personalized by name, (e.g. "For the family of Cdr. W.T. Door, by Leonard Weber."Please specify.) numbered (limited to 300) prints @ $245.00 + $ 15.00 s&h.

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The 39"x9" (47"xl5"framed) watercolor is reproduced on superior quality, acid-free paper for long-term preservation. Frames are gold-leaf wood with protective acrylic glazing and double mattes, specially selected to complement the art. A separate legend and print authentication accompany each order.

"ANNAPOLIS" IN MINIATURE A colorful print of "Annapolis" is now also available in an exquisite 14 1/2" x 7 1/4" antique gold-leaf wood frame. On a wall, bookshelf or desktop, the miniature makes a bold statement... and a thoughtful gift.

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The \]S. Service Academy Alumni Business Resource Directory SABRD The new SABRD, to be published in April 1999, includes new business listings for Service Academy Alumni.

This is the "Yellow Pages" of networking. Find business contacts you can trust. Organized by geography, industry, business name and Alumni. This resource is easy to use!

Also available in CD ROM version.

Register of Alumni 1998 Edition The Register of Alumni 1998 is now available in both book and CD ROM format By using the Register of Alumni 1998 you will find Academy and Alumni Association directories, addresses and biographical information of USNA Alumni, a chronology of the Naval Academy, Chapter listings, Class contacts, information about local accommodations, bereavement assistance and more!

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Navy Academics

The Sky Is No Limit

by Pamela Warnken At the Naval Academy, being on the leading edge happens more than "once in a blue moon." One example is Rickover Hall's stateof-the-art astronautics lab.

Professor Daryl Boden is clearly proud of what the lab offers Midshipmen. "What sets the Naval Academy apart from other universities and Service Academies, is the Naval Academy Satellite Ground Station."

Uniquely, the ground station supports Midshipmen education and faculty research in both astronautics and space systems engineering.

The facility began in 1988 and has grown to include numerous antennas for communicating with spacecraft, including the recent MIR and space shuttle missions.

The centerpiece of the ground station is the 12-meter, high-gain, dish antenna located on Hospital Point, which can be seen clearly from the Naval Academy bridge spanning the Severn. The dish is remotely controlled from the ground station in Rickover.

To enhance coverage, there is a three-meter dish antenna, along with assorted smaller dishes, helixes, Yagis, and whip antennas, located on the roof of Rickover Hall. These are for Navy and amateur terrestrial and spacecraft communication.

"One of our most exciting research projects using the Naval Academy Satellite Ground Station is the Spacecraft Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (SAIL)," explained Boden. SAIL was established in July 1995, by a joint agreement between the Naval Academy, the National Aeronautic and Space Administration (NASA), the Chief of Naval Operations, and the Naval Research Lab. The goal was to create a research and development resource to examine autonomous monitoring. Ultimately, these tools may lead to the ability to command spacecraft using intelligent software tools.

SAIL uses the Navy's "Follow-On, Flight 1" spacecraft, which is currently in orbit as a test bed. This spacecraft, called UFO-1, presents a unique opportunity to Midshipmen. They can sit at a computer terminal and monitor a live satellite.

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Midshipmen explore the new frontierâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;spaceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;in Rickover Hall's satellite ground station. This facility is a major learning hub, as well as a research and development collaboration between the Navy and NASA. "We have access to the satellite's telemetry whenever the craft is in view of our ground station," said Bob Bruninga, the satellite station engineer. The joint SAIL project with NASA is developing software to process this information. This will allow the Naval Academy to monitor the spacecraft, with "artificially intelligent" data processing and displays. Those closely involved with this project say it clearly represents the future of space systems engineering.

"Midshipmen and Faculty in the astronautics lab are part of that future," Professor Boden says.

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"Specifically, our ground station is fully capable of receiving and displaying UFO-l's engineering telemetry. We input the telemetry data to our Altair Mission Control Software (AMCS). AMCS was developed to give us the ability to monitor the UFO-1 subsystems using dynamic, graphical displays. We can graphically view electrical power, attitude control, communications, propulsion, and thermal control subsystems.

AMCS is designed to allow other artificial intelligence tools to plug-in to UFO-1 telemetry and test their algorithms by feeding information between the various programs. The AMCS uses a state recognition engine to examine numerous parameters and report the state of a subsystem. Operators and artificial intelligence tools have access to both raw parameters and system states.

In addition, "SAIL supports our electronic classroom used by First Class Midshipmen in our Space Systems Laboratory Course." Altair Mission Control Software (AMCS) drives the displays on individual workstations in the classroom. Midshipmen view two-dimensional graphical displays of the subsystems, obtain technical descriptions of the components, and query sensors for real-time telemetry, said Boden.

In one example, laboratory Midshipmen observe the electrical power system as the spacecraft moves into eclipse. They monitor falling voltages and currents from the solar panels, as well as falling temperatures in the spacecraft. Midshipmen are also exposed to the data transport and data processing functions of mission operations. They learn firsthand how engineering data is received and processed to provide usable information.

During the Space Systems Laboratory course, Midshipmen also do hands-on laboratory exercises to enhance their experiences with the actual satellite data. The focus here is on communications, electrical power, thermal control, and structural dynamics, as well as a field trip to NASA Goddard Space Flight Center to see how it all comes together.

In the future, according to Engineering and Weapons Division Director CAPT William Rubel, SAIL will include development of a "Virtual Environment Spacecraft" using UFO-1 as a model. The model will be built and connected to the live telemetry stream, allowing a student to go inside the spacecraft and observe the current state of the spacecraft. The model will also support collaborative engineering from geographically displaced locations.

"The astronautics laboratory, the satellite ground station, and SAIL are vital tools in the Naval Academy's effort to give Midshipmen face-to-face experience with space systems," Rubel said. "When they enter active duty they will understand how current Navy space assets operate and how they can use these assets."

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Parsons was among the earliest advocates of the operational potential of what would become known as radar. The chronicle continues with his monumental World War II and postwar contributions.

Throughout the story, the support of his wife, Martha, and love for his children are noteworthy.

The environment in which Deak Parsons worked is an important adjunct to the biography of the man. The author describes the National Defense Research Committee and its successor central operating organization, the Office of Scientific Research and Development.

Parsons' collaboration with Merle Tuve led to successful fleet introduction in late 1942 of the influence, or variable-time, fuze. Typical was his trip to the Pacific during World War II to deliver the shells, find ships to fire them, and be present when "the first mass-produced smart weapon had proved itself in battle." Parsons' unique combination of personality, reputation (military and scientific), and circumstance, gave him high-level backing.

The author notes that military-scientific-industrial collaboration required for the proximity fuze project set precedent for the Manhattan atomic weapons project, where Parsons was assigned in May 1943.

His focus was the Ordnance Division with the daunting task of making a combat useful atomic weapon. His wide-ranging activities included readying the island of Tinian for first delivery of the weapon, and serving a key operational role in its success.

He found time to look to the postwar future in which he would play further major roles, particularly in deliberations and battles within and between services on research and development missions, and the collateral issue of civilian control and military requirements. He was promoted to rear admiral in early 1946.

Deak Parsons was a principal participant in Operation Crossroads, tests of atomic weapons against ships. He was an early advocate of nuclear power for ships and submarines. Finally, his dream of a sea command was fulfilled in 1951-52 with command of Cruiser Division Six, followed by duty in Bureau of Ordnance, where his intense activity was ended by a fatal heart attack.

This is an important record of a remarkable naval officer whose contributions to 20th century ordnance are likened to those of John Dahlgren in the previous century.

Admiral King graduated from the Naval Academy in 1943 with the accelerated Class of 1944. He received the graduate degree of Naval Engineer from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He served at sea during World War II and Korea. He was in Hiroshima and Nagasaki in the Fall of 1945. His assignments included: ship design, nuclear weapons effects, ship vulnerability and survivability, fleet staffs, shipbuilding and maintenance in five naval shipyards, engineering education, and research and development, including two laboratory tours.

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The Catholic University of America's School of Engineering has the best, most convenient, graduate program in engineering management in the Washington, D. C. area.

In as little as five semesters (less than two years) of part-time evening study you can complete the program and earn your Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.) degree with a concentration in engineering management. The CUA Engineering Management Program also satisfies Acquisition Professional Community (APC) educational requirements and is eligible for funding under DAWIA. The following USNA alumni/alumnae graduated from The Catholic University of America's Engineering Management Program in recent years: Samuel L. Davies Jr., '64, CUA '95 Walter M. Elliott, '67, CUA '98 John H. Almy 11, '68, CUA '98 Arthur Lee Edwards, '68, CUA '93 Augusto J. Dionizio Jr., '69, CUA '93 James M. Brick, '71, CUA '98 John C. Brandes, '71, CUA '94 Raymond N. Fulton Jr., '73, CUA '95 Paul K. Landers, "73, CUA "97 John J. Higbee, '74, CUA '96 Andrew C. Krug, '74, CUA '91 Miles B. Wachendorf, '74, CUA '96 Kevin D. Casey, '75, CUA '95 Robert M. Eichelberger, '75, CUA '97 David A. Gove, '75, CUA '96 William M. Hicks, '75, CUA '96 Michael R. Lilek, '75, CUA "97 Louis T. Roumaya, '75, CUA '91 Brian J. Wegner, '75, CUA '99 William S. Wolff, '75, CUA '97 Raymond P. Putt, '76, CUA '93 John M. Bird, '77, CUA '93

James D. Hartigan, '77, CUA '94 Steven W. Bacon, '78, CUA '86 John G. Gardiner, '78, CUA '89 Christopher D. Slack, '78, CUA '90 William G. Timme, '78, CUA '91 Glenn L. Krumel II, '79, CUA '93 Michael D. Chapline, '80, CUA '96 David S. Carlson, '81, CUA '89 Donald E. Densford, '81, CUA "90 John Q. Dickmann, '81, CUA '93 William H. Hilarides, '81, CUA '97 Paul D. Ims Jr., '81, CUA '98 John P. Keenan, '81, CUA '96 Richard L. Perry, "81, CUA '96 Robert H. Perry, "81, CUA '96 David A. Portner, '81, CUA '94 David B. Rich, '81, CUA "94 Patrick C. Gill, '82, CUA '95 Kevin W. McGuire, "82, CUA '89 Kurk P. Anderson, '83, CUA '89 Dietrich H. Kuhlmann, '83, CUA '96 Paul R. Mahosky, '83, CUA '94*

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Michael L. Seaward, '80 Russell T. Janicke, '82 James M. Kuzma, '83 John A. Stewart, '84

Ross C. Beaton, '87 Gregory E. Dawson, '87 Geoffrey G. deBeauclair, '87 Stephen M. Gillespie, '87

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Isn H it time we welcomed you aboard? Now accepting applications for the 1999 summer session and fall 1999 semester . 1999 summer session begins May 17, 1999, and fall 1999 semester begins August 30, 1999.

For more information, contact: Sid Mohsberg, '67, Director, Engineering Management Program School of Engineering, The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. 20064 Phone: 202-319-5191 Fojc 202-319-4499 E-mail: mohsberg@cua.edu Web: http://www.ee.cua.edu/programs/management

A Few Inches From The Yard

March; what a wonderful month. It resembles a middle child. Always an equalizer, comparable to everyone's demands and needs, and always a bright spot in the dark. For Midshipmen, March has to be one of the greatest events of the semester. March brings the Dark Ages to a close, and brings two of the sweetest sounding words to the Ups and minds of Midshipmen—Spring Break!

The Dark Ages has been a relative term this semester. The uniform for most days has not included that infamous reefer and black gloves as pictured above—temperatures have been rather high. But March lived up to that middle child analogy; there was a little snow early in 1999 for all those who didn't get enough at home during Christmas leave. Yet, for all those kids from the South, the semester's warmth has been a prolonged Christmas gift. To help fight the Dark Ages, Vice Admiral Ryan '67 put together a lobster dinner upon reform to help beat the sullen attitude that can settle in upon return. The Superintendent and his staff put together a charming atmosphere in conjunction with superb food, and the meal was truly appreciated.

Looking towards the future. Vice Admiral Ryan's "State of the Academy" address in January stressed the need for a strategic plan to bring the Academy up to date by 2010 [See Supe's Call]. At the end of this semester. King Hall [the mess hall] will begin renovations and the Brigade will dine in Dahlgren Hall. Sampson and Maury Hall also will be gutted, along with first wing. For Midshipmen, this means some classes will be held at Hospital Point (and the engineers thought it was a long haul to Rickover). This strategic plan eventually will see the renovations of every major academic building, more parking facilities, and new playing fields on Hospital Point.

March is also a month of preparation. For the Firsties, graduation is so near, and yet so far. With their dreams and fates decided at the end of January with Service Assignment, there are temporary duty assignments to consider, and apartments to be rented. Wedding plans, cakes, dresses, and Chapel times weigh in the balance for a few lucky ones. And, if Firsties are identifiable by the lightness in their step, the Second Class can be picked out for those dominating facial expressions of total desperation or complete contentment. A Ring Dance date—it makes or breaks the year. The Youngsters find themselves preparing for Plebe Summer detail and just trying to survive Physics II. For 2002, Hemdon is looming on the horizon. Sea Trials [a Plebe version of Marine boot camp's Crucible] will be the prelude to the teamwork needed to climb Hemdon and earn the right to put that anchor on.

March is also a great month for sports. Dickie V and March Madness—life doesn't get any better. The men's basketball team is off to a great season and is looking to make a third consecutive appearance at the Big Dance. The Navy women's basketball team had perhaps its sweetest win in five years on January 17. It had been five long years

since Navy had beat Holy Cross, when Ensign Tina Dalmau '98 came off" the bench as a Plebe and hit two clutch free-throws to end the game in a Navy victory. If Navy wins the Patriot League Tournament this year, it will be the first time in the history of the Women's NCAA tournament that a military institute has been represented as one of the elite 64. Baseball, Softball, and crew get into full swing in March. The women's club lacrosse team will look to repeat as National Champions. Running into history this winter was Midshipman 1/C Mike Ryan of the Fifth Company, setting a new record at Halsey Field House for men's indoor track when he ran a 4:095 mile on the 23 January meet against Georgetown. Leaping into the books was Midshipman 3/C Joshua Stewart when he set the new Navy triple jump record with a leap of 51 '4.0" at the same meet. The athletes that represent Navy sports should be commended for their efforts and dedication, for their results are extraordinary.

So what does March really mean? Warm sunny beaches in Mexico and the islands, skiing for others, home for some, perhaps the Big Dance, and double varsity practice for those very special athletes whose seasons will kick off in the middle of the month. All in all, March is definitely a highlight in the spring semester, making everyone a little happier, and happy playing its role as the middle month.

Lauren Majchrzak came to the Academy from Roselle Park, New Jersey. A member of the 11th Company, Lauren is a math major and a member of the women's varsity basketball and crew teams.

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John R. Fisher Elected Senior Vice President Of The Navy League ARLINGTON, VA—John R. (Jack) Fisher '47 of Scottsdale, AZ, was elected senior vice president of the Navy League of the United States (NLUS) during the League's annual Board of Directors Winter Meeting in Miami. He is expected to succeed the current national president. Jack M. Kennedy, at the end of the organization's 1999 national convention to be held in Chicago, 21-25 July.

Over the last 21 years, Fisher has served in various Navy League leadership positions including national director, a member of the NLUS youth activities and scholarship conmiittees, and most recentiy, as national vice president for sea services. He is known for his efforts with the Navy Oceanographer in establishing the 1998 "Name that Ship" contest; he also represented the Navy League in the commissioning of PEARL HARBOR ( L S D - 5 2 ) .

Fisher graduated from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1947 and served as a naval construction battalion engineer during his 34year naval career, retiring with the rank of rear admiral. After his Navy retirement, he became president and CEO of CHAMA Inc., a privately owned and operated rural hospital chain. He remains active with that company as president emeritus and business consultant.

For his participation in the Navy League, Fisher has received both the Secretary of Navy's Meritorious Service and Superior Public Service Awards in 1995 and 1997, respectively.

Midway Memorial Dedication

The Intemational Midway Memorial Foundation will host a weeklong dedication honoring the veterans of the Batde of Midway. Events are scheduled from 27 June to 5 July 1999, in Honolulu, HI. ActiviShipmate ... Dull? ties will include a reception at Hickam AFB, a dedication ceremony The unusual thing about we Naval Academy graduates is that we at the HYPO Unit, a Battle of Midway Symposium, and an Annual share not only our alma mater, but also our service lives. We are a Midway Night dinner at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. In addition, there small, relatively tight-knit group. will be a two-day excursion to Midway Atoll where three bronze What once distinguished Shipmate were articles—sea stories— plaques will be dedicated. The grand finale will be a 1940s style big written by graduates. "They were interesting, humorous, alive, and band dance on the 4th of July. For more information, contact Bob FolUard at (800) 966-7269. fun.

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Yard Gouge Courtesy of Michael Parker, Professor of English, U.S. Naval Academy BUge can be derived from the Old French word boulge, which meant "the bottom of a ship." It first appeared in English in the early 16"' century. But bilge has assumed special significance at the Naval Academy. Plebes are reminded constantly not to bilge their classmatesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; make them look bad. The historical meaning of bilging was to fail an exam or course, or to fail out of the Naval Academy. Bilge was used in Fag-Ends from 1881 throughout the early 20* century. The 1941 Guide to the Academy defines bilge to mean "to be assigned to the USS Outside." Bilger's gate takes its cue from this definition. Midshipmen who bilged out would tum in their dismissal papers to the guard house near the gate. The 1969 Reef Points used the definition "to fail" and "to make someone look bad." In the 1970 edition of Reef Points, the sense of "to fail" was dropped.

For new midshipmen, the best way to avoid trouble and extra work is to steer clear of bilgers, bilges, and bilging. If, however, one should encounter any of the above, the only way to survive is to set to work and bail oneself out.

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Anecdotes During Youngster Year, my section was fortunate to have a civilian English instructor who happened to be something of an expert in dialects and accents. One day in class, we got him to digress from the lesson of the day, and got him started at guessing where each of us had come from. He would ask a Midshipman to pronounce a few key words, and from those clues, could then tell us where that person had come from. Of course, a Midshipman from Boston presented little challenge to him. As for myself, he correctly identified my area as being the "Goiter Belt," which is an area that stretches across northem Indiana and Ohio. Being from South Bend, this was reasonably accurate.

The game was progressing without error when a voice in the back of the room piped up with: "Professuh, Whar am Ah frum?"

The professor responded, "Oh you! You're from Roanoke."

"No, suh," replied the Midshipman.

"Oh? You're not from Roanoke?" retorted the professor.

"No, suh! Seven miles outside" Arthur Major '44 Shipmate, March 1999

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^^^^ sophomore wide receiver Ryan Read (Austin, TX/Westiakes) led the nation in touchdowns per reception in 1998. Read, who had 17 catches for 433 yards and six touchdowns, averaged a touchdown every 2.83 catches.

Carlos Johnson, a freshman from Temple University, was second in the nation, averaging a touchdown every three receptions.

Read also set a Navy school record for yards per catch (25.5 yards per reception) and tied the school record for touchdown catches with six. Read seemed to have a special relationship with quarterback, Brian Broadwater, catching 14 passes for 371 yards (26.5 yards per catch) and five touchdowns in the six games that Broadwater was a starter.

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Men's Soccer (7-10-1, Lost to Army) Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Stephen Earl MIDN 2/C Matt Neely, first-team All-Patriot League

Women's Soccer (17-3-1,2-0 Against Army) Team Captain: MIDN 1/C Nicole Aunapu Patriot League Regular-Season Champions School-Record 17 wins, including a school-record 14 shutouts MIDN 1/C Nicole Aunapu, Patriot League Defensive Player of the Year for the second-straight year, second-team All-Mid-Atlantic Region, first-team All-Patriot League, Patriot League Women's Soccer Scholar-Athlete of the Year MIDN 3/C Sarah Wilson, 11th in the nation in goals against average, giving up 0.64 goals per game, first-team All-Patriot League MIDN 4/C Justine Fisher, Patriot League Rookie of the Year, firstteam All-Patriot League MIDN 2/C Kristen Riismandel, third-team All-Mid-Atiantic Region, first-team All-Patriot League MIDN 1/C Anne Kipp, MIDN 2/C Shannon Filbin, MIDN 2/C Michelle Nance and MIDN 3/C Margaret Ewers, first-team All-Patriot League

Naval Academy head football coach, Charlie Weatherbie, has announced that he has not renewed the contract of offensive coordinator. Ken Niumatalolo.

"I have decided to make a change on our staff," said Weatherbie.

"We have some philosophical differences and consequently we are making a change. I want to thank Kenny for his contributions to Navy Football over the last four years and wish him the best of luck."

"It has been a great four seasons. The people at the Naval Academy couldn't have been better to me," said Niumatalolo. "I am really going to miss the Midshipmen. There is not a greater group of kids to work with than the smdent-athletes at the Naval Academy. Coach Weatherbie and I had a difference of opinion about the offense, which happens sometimes in this profession. I wish the best to Charlie and the team."

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Restructuring Governance

by Captain Neil Block '61, CEC, U.S. Naval Reserve (Retired), Vice Chairman Central Region

During its recent fall meeting in December, the Board of Trustees of our Alumni Association voted to modify its structure. The changes adopted result from the work and recommendations of a study group that was impaneled to look at the governance needs of the organization as it moved into the next millennium. The impetus for creating the study group came from a request by class presidents that some changes to the Board structure be considered to include trustees that specifically represent classes organizations. The classes argued that they merit equal consideration for representation as was afforded to chapters.

The issue of "trustee allocation" had been raised previously and discussed by the Board over the past several years. The recently completed strategic studies created some new and expanded areas in which the effort of the Association would be directed in the next decade.

Our Chairman and the Board agreed that a governance structure review was not only warranted, but timely.

I was designated chair of the group and over a period of several months, after a call for participants went out, a panel of 14 alumni was assembled from approximately three dozen who volunteered. The group represented the fuU range of alumni. There were grads and non-grads, active duty, reservists, civilians, working and retired. There was great geographic diversity as well, and the members of the group spanned almost 50 years of classes. The study group consisted of:

CAPT Jerry Anderson '64, USNR (Ret), Class President; CAPT Steve Andres '67, USNR (Ret.), Los Angeles Chapter Trustee; Mr. Art Bryant '66, Detroit (13th) Chapter Trustee; LCDR Lee Doggett '51, USNR (Ret.), Class President; CAPT John Haynes '55, USNR (Ret.), Sacramento Chapter; Mr. Jim Hocking '53, NYC Chapter Trustee; Mr. Tony Marks '59, Connecticut Chapter; LCDR Mike Midgley '85, USNR, San Diego Chapter Trustee; Mr. Cari McCallum '60, Atlanta Chapter Trustee; RADM Mike Rindskopf '38, USN (Ret.), Class President; CAPT Ed Robie '43, USN (Ret.), Class President; CDR Peter VanDeriofske '68, USNR, Past Trustee, Texas Gulf Coast Chapter; and CDR Chris Wenz '79, USN, Central NY State Chapter.

The study group was chartered to examine the mission and new strategic initiatives of the Alumni Association, and determine whether, and how, changes in the governance structure might be made to strengthen the Association and to accommodate its evolving dynamic.

We met over a period of four months and spent a significant amount of time studying and discussing basic issues before examining the governance mechanism. Once we had established the procedures that we would follow, we began our work with an academic study effort.

First, we reviewed our organizational charter, our mission, and our established operating policies and procedures. Then, we looked at the organizational and operational interface between the Board in its governance and oversight role, and the staff in its execution and management role. We focused sharply on the "plans" versus "ops" disShipmate, March 1999

tinction in their individual responsibilities. We studied the legal aspects of trusteeship—its obligations and liabilities, and the recently completed Long Range Strategic Study, and the resulting Strategic Plan. We also looked at alumni demographic statistics in this phase.

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When the academic phase was completed, we debated a "philosophical phase." During this time, we analyzed and correlated the data we had gathered. We spent a great deal of time discussing the philosophy of "alumni-ship" and the concept of "fraternity" as it pertained to us as alumni. We also applied these ideas to our classes and chapters. We discussed primacy and transcendence, as it related to those segmented groupings, and further discussed the impact and implications of that de facto alumni segmentation on active service alumni.

We also reviewed theoretical board composition formats. We discussed board size; methods for choosing trustees; criteria or credentials for trusteeship. We debated the merits of a corporate-style selected board as opposed to an elected one, and looked at how we, as a tax-exempt organization, differed in our governance responsibilities from that of for-profit corporations.

We launched a detailed, iterative examination of board formats to determine what would accommodate representation by definable constituent groups. The pros and cons of each iteration were examined and discussed. Structure iterations included a theoretical board composed of: — Only trustees-at-large, with each trustee's constituency being all alumni — Only chapter or only class representatives We considered every permutation of the above and also reviewed the status quo structure of the board. We even considered inclusion of non-alumni as trustees.

Our deliberations led us to conclude that despite individual viewpoints, cultures, biases or preferences, there were only two reasonably distinct identifiable alumni constituencies—classes and chapters. We concluded also that active service affiliation as a separate alumni grouping was not required or warranted, and the representational needs of those alumni could be readily accommodated in class 37

groups and/or deployed or ashore chapters. We also reaffirmed that the governance and operational management of the Association should continue to be "constituency driven," but within and among more defined constituencies.

Only alumni would occupy Board seats, but those seats would be apportioned among classes and chapters. The incumbents would be selected or elected in a fashion that would provide for quality of leadership, while permitting open, fair and umestrained access for the greatest number of qualified trustee aspirants.

We had agreed previously that a board no larger than the existing board should be contemplated. For manageability, a smaller board would be desired—if attainable. Our charter capped our Board 25 trustees and 6 officers, totaling our present size of 31 trustees (12 from the largest chapters, 1 from a competitively selected 13th chapter, and 12 trustees-at-large).

The demographic review in our study revealed no historical variance among the largest nine chapters. Competition for trustees existed only for the remaining three chapter seats, and only five or six chapters competed for these seats as relative chapter populations changed. In addition, since membership count determined trustee positions, some very creative accounting methods were employed by contending chapters to bolster their numbers.

We started our allocation discussions with the goal of providing nine seats for the "always largest chapters," and opening the contention for the three remaining historically "chapter seats" not only to the biggest of the rest, but to all chapters. This would give medium and small chapters the same ability to compete for those seats, as has been the case for the 13th chapter. Our rationale was that competition for governance representation would stimulate and encourage chapters to be proactive and involved, as these criteria would be paramount consideration factors in committee review for selection. Membership numbers alone, however arrived at, no longer would be the overriding determinant for a competitively attainable Board seat. We also reasoned that it would expand the access to the governance mechanism to a much larger alurrmi population, which heretofore had no opportunity for such service whatsoever.

Next, we looked at potential representation from classes. Because more than 70 classes comprise our alunrni constimency, it was impossible to consider any configuration that would accommodate broad and fair representation other than decade groups. Seven decades handily fit our existing and foreseeable demographics.

We examined the constituency that trustees-at-large ostensibly represent and concluded that the Board would be better served if those positions were identified with the more defined constituencies that our Regional Vice Chairmen represented. Such allocation would provide better representation and coordination for all chapters in any geographic regions. In addition, our concurrent review of the role and function of the Regional Vice Chairmanships had concluded the Association did not need more than one Vice Chair.

There were now twenty-three trustees.

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This was a potential stopping point. To ensure the possibility for even greater flexibility and depth in the Board's composition, and to ensure it had specific talent, resources or attributes it might need or want, we concluded that two trustees should be provided that had no "defined constituency." These would be selected by the Board for any specific reasons or requirements the Board might see fit.

Discussion turned to terms and tenures. AU Study Group participants agreed that ideal tenures should be three years. However, we also recognized that a long-term commitment for younger alumni— in deploying units or in the process of building careers, families, etc.,— was a potential pre-filter for their involvement. So, we concluded that a two-year term would provide for greater inclusion and participation in the governance process. To obtain the desired continuity of the longer and more ideal service term, however, we recommended that trustees be re-electable to serve no more than six concurrent years in any ten-year period.

Nineteen of the 25 Board seats were filled based on criteria and processes decided by classes and chapters. So, in order to provide for competition while still ensuring selectivity, we agreed that the Regional Trustee positions would continue to be multiple ballot candidates selected by the Nominating Committee and presented to the Board for approval. Further, to provide access to the process for "unaffiliated" aspirants, we agreed that the petition process for access to the ballot for those positions would continue. The Chairman and Vice Chairman positions would be Board-approved and presented to the electorate as single slate candidates.

One final task was to create an implementation plan. We did so within the premise that the transition from the status quo to the new structural format should be seamless. It was agreed that sitting trustees and officers should complete their terms. The changeover could be effected in three transition years as each changing incumbent trustee position was vacated.

Our final task was to look at committees and their assignments and functions. With one exception, the study group concluded ±at all committees were necessary and properly tasked. We recommended that the Information and Recruiting Committee be eliminated and replaced by a new Admissions/Recruiting committee. This new committee would shepherd alumni initiatives and resoiU"ces so our Association can become actively involved with the Academy's Admissions and Blue and Gold programs. Creation of two new standing

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So, here we were after more than four months of study, examination, discussion, deliberation, philosophizing, pontificating, agreeing, disagreeing, cajoling, convincing and compromising. The 14man Study G r o u p had u n a n i m o u s l y created a plan and recommendations for fine-tuning our governance structure and mechanism. It was presented to trustees and officers for review several weeks prior to the December meeting where, after discussion, it was overwhelmingly approved and adopted.

The effort of the Study Group was a long labor of affection, and 1 offer my sincere public thanks and appreciation to its participants. I also must recognize the important contributions to its education and deliberations by: Judge Paul Lang '61, the legal mavin; Roger Onorati ' 61, a sitting Trustee-at-large and Chairman of the Strategy and Planning Committee; CDR Tim Kobosko '80, who had to find and count all the alunrni; and to Rob Black '63 for his excellent, but not necessarily umestrained, services as scribe and secretary. Without the superb and enthusiastic assistance of the entire staff from Ron Marryott '57 and Paul Zambernardi '70 down, the effort would not been nearly as smooth. To Joni Jones and Cammy Bosworth, a special thanks.

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Please take the time to read the biographies and cast your vote now. Remember that your ballot must be signed and received by 15 April 1999. Only original ballot postcards, i.e. no copies, faxes or email, will be counted.

Please note that only those members in the Eastern area will be voting for their Vice Chairman. All area members will be voting for four (4) Trustees-at-Large.

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Instructions All ballots must be received by 15 April 1999. Vote for no more than four (4) Trustees-at-Large. Unsigned ballots will not be counted .

• In accordance with the By-Laws, only Regular Members in good standing are eligible to vote in the Annual Election.

• Only Eastern Area Members will vote for a Vice Chairman.

Eastern Area States: Central Area States:

CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT, W V AL, AR, lA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, ND, NE, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX,WI Western Area States: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, OR, UT, WA, WY

For Eastern Area Vice Chairman (Eastern Area States: CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT, WV)

CoRBiN A.

MCNEILL, JR.

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Corbin A. McNeill, Jr. is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of PECO Energy Company.

Mr. McNeill completed a twenty-year career with the U.S. Navy in 1981, after serving as Commanding Officer of TAUTOG and Commanding Officer of the Naval Nuclear Power School. Mr. McNeill joined the New York Power Authority as Resident Manager of the James A. Fitzpatrick Nuclear Power Plant in 1981 and subsequently was named Senior Vice President, Nuclear Generation. He joined Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&.G) as Vice President, Nuclear in March 1985 and was named Senior Vice President, Nuclear in April 1987.

In March 1988, Mr. McNeill joined PECO Energy as Executive Vice President, Nuclear. In April 1990, Mr. McNeill was elected President and Chief Operating Of ficer and a Director of the Company. In April 1995, he was elected to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer.

Mr. McNeill received his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1962 from the Naval Academy and has completed graduate courses in business at the University of California (Berkeley) and Syracuse University. He is a 1992 graduate of Stanford University's Executive Management Program.

Mr. McNeill serves on the Board of Directors at Drexel University, the Edison Electric Institute, the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) the Electrical Power Research Institute (EPRI); Greater Philadelphia First (GPF) and Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce (GPColC). He is also a member of the Advisory Board of the Philadelphia Regional Introduction for Minorities to Engineering (PRIME).

Mr. McNeill is also a member of the Union League of Philadelphia. He is a former trustee of The Valley Forge Military Academy, former director of the American Gas Association, and former Chairman of Leadership, Inc. of Philadelphia.

Mr. McNeill is Vice Chairman, Eastern Region, of the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association (USNA AA).

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For Trustees-at-Large (Choose no more than four) SCOTT C . HOTTENSTEIN '92 Scott Hottenstein is a graduate of the Naval Academy Class of 1992. After graduation, he reported to Newport, RI, for various courses of instruction before reporting aboard JOHN L HALL ( F F G - 3 2 ) as Damage Control Assistant. During his 38 month tour aboard JOHN L HALL, he also served as Combat Information Center Officer, Selected Restricted Availability Coordinator, and Operations Officer. While aboard JOHN L HALL, Scott deployed in support of UN sanctions against Iraq and received the Navy-Marine Corps Achievement Medal and Navy-Marine Corps Commendation Medal.

Scott reported to the Department of Leadership, Ethics, and Law in July 1996. As an instructor in that department, he helped rewrite the leadership curriculum, drafted the Naval Academy "Bedrock" leadership document, served as subject matter expert for the Plebe leadership course, and assisted the Distinguished Leadership Chair.

While stationed in Annapolis, Scott was the key organizer of the Class of 1992's five-year reunion, drafting the Class by-laws, and implementing the Class Plan. In February 1998, Scott was elected President of the Class of 1992.

During his tenure as Class President, the Class of 1992 initiated an Endowment for Community Service in support of the Midshipman Action Group, developed a Class web page, finished a long-term budget for Class funds, and increased their number of social activities. In November 1998, Scott was selected to represent the 90s decade on the Council of Class Presidents.

Scott is currently an active duty lieutenant and will report to Department Head School on February 1999. He is the prospective Operations Officer for TAYLOR (FFG-50), homeported in Mayport, FL.

ANTHONY M . MARKS '59

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Tony Marks graduated form the Naval Acadmey in 1959 and was commissioned in the Marine Corps. His initial tours in the Marine Corps were in communicatins and weapons training, followed by duty in engineering at the National Security Agency. In 1964, he transferred to the Marine Corps Reserve. He was ordered to form a new Electronics Maintenance Unit at Fort Schuyler, NY, served as its Commanding Officer for seven years, and was promoted to major. He finished his USMCR service with tours in Volunteer Training Units in New York and Connecticut.

His civilian career spans thirty years in the insurance business, with time in sales and sales management. He served as a General Agent and a Vice President, in New York, Connecticut and Washington, D.C. ^ He earned a master's degrees in both finance and management from the American College in Bryn Mawr, PA. He has had the unique experience of serving as President, and then Regional Trustee, for the New York and Connecticut Chapters of the Alumni Association. In 1989, he chaired the Class of 1959 Thirtieth Reunion. He also was a member of the 1998 USNA A A Governance Study Group.

Tony is currently Director of Development for Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic in New Haven, CT. He and his wife, Ellen, have four children. Their son, Charles '88, is Chief Engineer on L\BOON (DDG-58). They live in Branford, CT.

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Kerwin E. Miller '75 Attorney Kerwin E. Miller graduated with the Class of 1975. He qualified as a surface warfare officer onboard SAVANNAH ( A O R - 4 ) , and was the Officer-In-Charge of the military department onboard PAWCATUCK (TAO-108). He served as the Navy's Affirmative Action Plan Manager in the Office of the Chief of Naval Personnel, prior to leaving active duty in February 1982.

In May 1985, Kerwin graduated Cum Laude from the Howard University School of Law and earned a Juris Doctor Degree. He earned a Master of Laws Degree in September 1989, from George Washington University's National Law Center.

He has served as an attorney in the Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of General Counsel since October 1989, where he received a Special Contributions Award and the Secretary of Veterans' Affairs Outstanding Volunteer Award.

Kerwin is a commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve. He has been a Blue and Gold Officer since October 1987, and was appointed the first Washington, D.C. Area Coordinator for Blue and Gold activities in September 1993.

He has been a member of the Washington, D.C. Service Academy Nominations Board since 1988, and was appointed the Vice-Chairman of the Board in 1997. A lifelong member of the USNA Alumni Association and financial contributor to the Association, he has served on the Board of Directors of the Greater Washington Chapter since 1996. He was elected to the position of Reserve and Retiree Representative on the Board of the National Naval Officers Association (NNOA) in 1996. He is currently an active member of the NNOA and the Naval Reserve Association.

Kerwin is single and resides in Washington, D.C.

CAPT JEROME RAPKIN '52, USN

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Captain Rapkin graduated with the Class of 1952 and served aboard several ships before becoming CO, CLAUDE V. RICKETTS ( D D G - 5 ) and ComDesRon 26. He holds an MSEE from the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA and was a proven subspecialist in financial management, acquisition management and weapons systems engineering.

During his several tours in Washington, D . C , he served as Business Manager, Aegis Weapons System; Program Manager, Ship Self-Defense; Comptroller, NavOrd; Head of Surface Warfare, NavSea; Head of Surface-to-Surface Warfare, OpNav and Budget Director, NavMat Upon retiring from the Navy in 1979, Captain Rapkin was employed by Gould Corporation as Vice President, Program Management and Engineering Development for undersea weapons. Further industry experience includes operating various defense related companies as Senior Vice President and COO. He presently serves as President and CEO of Breakwater Development Corporation.

Having held a number of positions with civic organizations at both local and national levels and a recipient of Secretary of the Navy's Superior Public Service Award, he is currently serving as National Vice President, Navy League of the United States. A Life Member of the Alumni Association, Jerry resides in Annapolis, MD.

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LCDR CHARLES W .

SHARKEY '85,

USNR

LCDR Sharkey graduated with merit from the Naval Academy in 1985. Upon completion of his training pipeline, he reported aboard HAROLD E. HOLT ( F F - 1 0 7 4 ) , where he served as DCA and CICO. He also served as Ops officer for an eight-week period. He made two deployments (NPAC and North Arabian Sea). He qualified Surface Warfare Officer, Gunfire Liaison Officer and ASW evaluator, in addition to standing Tactical Action Officer during Refresher Training. Following completion of his division officer tour, he reported to Bupers, where he served as a surface junior officer detailer (N4127).

Additional duties included, assistant recorder for two department head selection boards and one XO selection board. Next, he reported as freshman instructor NROTC Unit, George Washington University. He was selected by CNET to be course coordinator for the "Introduction to the Navy Course" and wrote the instructor guide used by all universities on the NROTC system.

While at GW, he received his MBA in finance and was selected as a White House Social Aid. In 1992, at the completion of his tour, he left active duty and was employed by Clarke American, where he served as a regional sales manager. In 1996, he joined Ernst and Young LLP, where he worked in the performance transformation practice. In March 1998, he joined Pricewaterhouse Cooper as a principle consultant in the marketing and customer management practice. He is currently in his second reserve command and has completed various Annual Training tours including joint (ComThirdFltâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;RimPac '98), shipboard (FAHRION lFFG-22]) and overseas (Korea). His awards include two Navy Commendation Medals and a Navy Achievement Medal. He currently lives in Newport Beach, CA, where he enjoys competing (slowly) in various triathlons and lOKs.

CDR SCOTT WATSON '83, USNR CDR Watson graduated with distinction from the Naval Academy in 1983. While a Midshipman, he served as 2nd Battalion Sub-Commander, was a semester exchange student to the United States Air Force Academy, and was involved in a myriad of activities. Following graduation, he served on GEORGIA ( S S B N - 7 2 9 ) ( G ) as Chemistry and Radiological Controls Assistant, Strategic Missile Officer and Tactical Systems Officer. Following qualifications as Naval Nuclear Engineer and Strategic Weapons Officer, CDR Watson served as a Joint Chiefs of Staff intern in Washington, D.C. While at the Pentagon, CDR Watson completed an MBA from George Mason University, Fairfax, VA. Following Desert Storm, CDR Watson served in the Naval Reserve in a units supporting the Trident Training Facility, King's Bay, GA, the Navy's Central Command in Tampa, FL, and as Executive Officer of Mobile Inshore Undersea Warfare Unit 112, St. Louis, MO. He is now the Navy Emergency Preparedness Liaison Officer Alabama.

CDR Watson has been actively involved in the Tampa Bay Chapter and Alabama Chapter of the Naval Academy Alumni Association. While living in Tampa, FL, he founded the "Over the Wall" networking breakfast and is currently serving as Membership Officer of the rapidly growing Alabama Chapter. CDR Watson is a Blue and Gold Officer for the State of Alabama and acts as the North Alabama Coordinator for Naval Academy affairs.

CDR Watson is employed as Vice President, Transactions for TKe Hackney Group, an equity buyout firm in Birmingham, AL. He resides in Birmingham with his wife, the former Lynne Pate of Tampa, FL, and with their three children, Bryan, Jody and Ben.

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CAPT LYNN H .

WIDENER

'70, USNR

A Life Member of the Alumni Association, Captain Widener graduated with the Class of 1970. He served as a Surface Warfare Officer on MAHAN ( D L G - 1 1 ) and GRIDLEY ( C G - 2 1 ) , and as an instructor at the Surface Warfare Officer School Command in Newport, RI. In 1978, he affiliated with the Naval Reserve and has been Commanding Officer of three Naval Reserve units. His current Naval Reserve assignment is as a member of the Supreme Allied Commander Atlantic Detachment at the Washington, D.C. Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Center. He is employed by Logicon, Inc. as the Deputy Program Manager for the Standard Missile Program Office (PMS422) of the Program Executive Office for Theater Surface Combatants contract in Crystal City, VA. He has an MBA in Finance from the University of Maryland.

His commitments to the Alumni Association include being the Class Representative at Board of Trustees meetings from 1991 to 1998, and a member of the Alumni Association Finance Committee since 1996, where he is also a member of the Investment Subcommittee. During his tenure the Finance Committee selected Hirtle Callaghan as the Investment Adviser, developed a risk averse investment portfolio, developed the Naval Academy Endowment Trust, Inc. and Naval Academy Alumni Association Joint Endowment Policy, and conducted Affinity credit card negotiations with First USA. He is a member of the Greater Washington Area Chapter.

He has served as the Class of 1970 fund-raiser since 1989. In this capacity, his first effort was the designation of the Class of 1970 as a member of the Franklin Buchanan Society for its gift to the Alumni Hall project. For the Naval Academy Visitor Center, the class funded the Naval Academy Seal. The Class also sponsored Leadership Awards for LAKE ERIE (CG-70) and HOPPER (DDG-70). He served as a member of the 20 and 25 Year Reunion Committees.

Captain Widener has lived in the Annapolis area since 1987. He is Chairman of the Finance Committee at Calvary United Methodist Church and is involved with the local business community with his wife, Ann, who is the owner of the Peake House on Maryland Avenue. They have two sons, Christopher and Ryan.

MR. THOMAS J. WOJCIECHOWSKI '69 Upon graduation, Thomas Wojciechowski served aboard destroyers, both in division officer and department head billets. In 1974, he was employed by Ingersoll-Rand Co., as a materials manager. He entered the securities business in 1978 as a municipal bond salesman. In 1982, he earned a master's degree in business administration from the University of Houston. He is presently employed as a financial advisor with Legg Mason Wood Walker, Inc. He is President of the Bunker Hill Place Townhome Owners Association. He has served as a Trustee on the Board of Directors of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, where he served on the Membership Committee. As a past president of the Texas Gulf Chapter of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, he has been volunteering his time to the organization for the past 20 years. He presently maintains the database and communications system for the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter and is a member of the Chapter's Board of Directors. He is married and enjoys handball and golf.

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he following is a summary of the Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trustees Meeting, held 3-4 December 1998 in Alumni Hall, U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD. The full (18-page) text of the Board meeting is available on our web site at: www.usna.com.

Pursuant to the President's call letter, the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trustees' meeting was held beginning at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, 3 December 1998 at the United States Naval Academy's Alumni Hall.

The Chairman [Admiral Leighton Smivh], called the meeting to order and welcomed the trustees. He then introduced Midshipman Chris O'Brien, president of the Class of 1999, and Rear Admiral Doc Abbot '39, the new trastee-at-large. Rear Admiral Abbot replaced Captain Jim Kenney '58, who regrettably resigned earlier this year.

Mr. Jim Meehan '86 from the Philadelphia Chapter could not attend, so Mr Pat Hoffman '86 represented that chapter.

In the competition for the 13th Chapter, a position currently held by the Detroit Chapter's Art Bryant, Art chaired this year's committee of Heather Carrington '84, J.R. Knight '76, Carl McCallum '60, and Mike Midgley '85. Admiral Smith announced that the Sacramento Chapter is this year's winner Captain John Haynes '55 represented Sacramento as an observer He will replace the Detroit Chapter when the 1999 trustees take their seats next spring.

In another special recognition, announced with heartfelt congratulations, that Claudio Pacheco '64 has been named Commander-inChief of the Costa Rican Navy.

After a moment of silence for departed Alumni, the Chairman called on Admiral Marryott to conduct a roll call. A quoram was reported present.

Admiral Smith congratulated the member from the most senior class represented, Captain Chester A. Briggs '35, and Midshipman Chris O'Brien '99 from the most junior class present. He then designated Claudio Pacheco '64 as the graduate traveled the furthest.

Admiral Smith then directed attention to the May 1998 minutes located in the board book. They had been pre-approved by email.

There being no objections or further discussion, the meeting proceeded. In addition to the minutes, the agenda was sent out with the read-ahead package.

Admiral Smith requested that the minutes reflect his sincere gratitude to Chuck Griffiths and the Class of 1946 for their very generous contribution [$1 million to the USNAAA.] Admiral Smith then acknowledged and thanked those who had served as the chairman of committees and study groups, in particular, the executive committee that met several times since the last meeting, and for all of the work that has been done to prepare for this board meeting.

Admiral Smith then introduced the President and CEO of the Alumni Association, Rear Admiral Ron Marryott. Admiral Marryott

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echoed Admiral Smith's comments about the great class of '46 gift to the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

Admiral Marryott concentrated his remarks on two areas; the organization, and trusteeship. During his speech. Admiral Marryott highlighted the following: • At the end of 1995, our assets totaled $24 miUion.

• At the end of 1997, our assets totaled $38 million.

• As of October 1998, our assets totaled $46 million; A $22 million increase in less than three years He then addressed the work and responsibilities of trusteeship.

• The Bylaws Committee, Strategy and Planning committee put an enormous effort into updating our bylaws and developing our operations manual.

• The Long Range Planning Committees I and II, which developed the concept of operations and the Governance Study Group, has set the Association's overall program and course—and established a general course—for the next decade.

• The Finance Committee has established fiscal policy and boundaries with budgets and financial controls.

• The Nominating and Membership Committees are working extremely hard to activate and engage our Alumni to be involved with the Association.

• The House Committee monitored the condition of the buildings and grounds and recommended maintenance and repairs.

The Alumni Association has created a network of Alumni Leaders In National Communications—ALINC to help improve the image of the Naval Academy and the Association and emphasize the importance of the Naval Academy as a national treasure to the nation. The Association has created and tested an electronic, flash-messaging service, to send and receive important information in a timely maimer The Association £dso has created a volunteer recognition program and is in the process of creating a nationwide volunteer phone tree. In addition, the website at: www.usna.com, was created with assistance from our Alumni, but is now done all in-house.

The Association developed the West Coast Service Academy Career Conference, added six new chapters in calendar year '98, (with two coming on-line in '99), joined ProNet [See President's Call], a professional job matching service made up of Alumni of 20 elite colleges and universities around the country, and in concert with corporations to provide job matching services for our Alumni. The Association also developed and inttoduced the Life Membership Gold Card Program.

The Association established the Naval Academy Fund to consolidate staff to effectively raise money for the Naval Academy and the Alumni Association. The fund evolved from our 1997 survey in which 50% of Alumni wanted support to go directly to the Naval Academy, and 50% wanted support to go to the Alumni Association to fund alumni programs for the Alumni. Donors now have the option to earmark money for the Naval Academy, the Alumni Association, or to split it.

Captain Paul Zambernardi '70 addressed the dollar flow and the financial situation. This presentation was a recap of the President's Call that appeared in the September 1998 Shipmate.

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Admiral Marryott then addressed Alumni participation in the As- tain Robie for his dedicated service and asked for a round of applause from the trustees to recognize Captain Robie. sociation, and how Trustees can improve participation by: The Chairman then recognized Vice Admiral Ed Martin '54, Vice • Publicizing and talking about Association activities widely Chairman Western area and Chairman of the Membership Committee.

• Seeking opinions and observations about how we are doing Admiral Martin advised the board that the membership Commit• Staying in touch; letting us know about your interests • Making regular appearances on behalf of the Association speaking tee had set some goals for the future because membership continues to Alumni, speaking to non-Alumni, business groups, and friends and to be lacking with 75,000 plus living Alumni and about 37,500 members. He asked for the board's support to try to dramatically improve potential friends in their areas. the numbers of the Alumni to become members of the Association.

Admiral Marryott then discussed Suggesting that reunions are an excellent time to get a membership Alumni Association initiatives drive going, he also encouraged the Class and Chapter presidents to for 1999. use whatever communications they have to keep this issue in front of • Improve Flashnet. Get connected their respective constituents. Reminding the board to 28,000 Alumni. that 10% of the membership can be associate (non• Enhance the image of the Naval voting) members. Admiral Martin said that LtCol Academy and the Alumni AssociaCorky Gardner proposed, and the Membership and tion through the ALINC network.

Executive Committee agreed, to in• Promote excellence at the Naval vite the senior enlisted advisors at Academy through the focused fund the Naval Academy to be Associate raising. The goal in '99 is $14 million.

Members. Another issue discussed, • Activate Alumni through various membership and but not yet resolved, is to open up volunteer drives. membership to other enlisted per• Add 1,500 new life members and estabhsh a netsonnel who are very closely associwork of 7,500 volunteers. ated with the Naval Academy. Cap• Deliver targeted services to alumni. tain Dick Couch '67, has started an • Execute appropriate influence on behalf of the initiative through the Academy's Naval Academy and Alumni. Influence is not lobbyCandidate Guidance Office, to invite Blue and Gold ing. It is educating and getting information out.

Officers (BGOs) who are not Alumni to become as• Emphasize headquarters support for class and chapfth Robert Black '63 sociate members based on their performance as ters, including Class and Chapter web pages, hand(bottom) Chip Seymour '65.

BGOs. The Candidate Guidance Office would be books, and speaker's bureau and supporting reunions.

The Hon. JohnE. Sheehan '52 the filter for these invitations.

• Highhght career transition and enhancement while and John Nolan "50 Noting that the agenda was moving forward ahead continuing two Service Academy Career Conferences of schedule, the Chairman asked for several coma year. Continue to use ProNet, while looking at a (top) Mr. Art Bryant '66 with mittee reports (House and Strategy and Planning) similar software program for those who are transiMajor Gordon Thomson, to report early so that there would be time on Fritioning out of the service. Produce a career transition USAFR day morning to discuss other matters. handbook. In '99, an Alumni information network with (bottom) ADM Leighton W. on-Une services to our database will be standard.

The Chairman called on Captain Al Davey Smith '62 '67, Chairman of the House Committee. ReferRegarding influence, the Association wiU start ring to his report in the board book. Captain slowly in '99 building its capabUity over time to Davey provided the Board with a brief summary eventually influence the following areas and the of his report which covered the 243 King George following: Street property, 49 House (49 College Avenue), • The general public; to think of the Academy the "Cottage" at 245 College Avenue, and Ogle with other top-tier universities Hall (247 King George Street). 243 is once again • The media; for balanced coverage of events rented after being vacated during the summer. at the Naval Academy Captain Davey praised the appearance of 49 • The government, for financial support of the House and how the space is being Naval Academy effectively utilized. He also pointed • The Navy, for support of the Naval Academy out that Captain Bob Hofford's '61 • Parents of Midshipmen, to participate in the efforts led to the overall appearance Alumni Association of the building. While there are • Other Federal Academies, to join together on ismany people in the Cottage, the sues of common interest. staff is handling it well. The Alumni The Chairman then called on Mr. Corbin McNeill Association is limited here by '62, Chairman of the Finance Committee, to give his report. space.

Captain Davey praised the The Chairman asked for approval of the 1999 budget, which was appearance of Ogle Hall, saying "It unanimously approved. looks the best it's looked in a long, Mr. McNeill then recommended approval of a joint Endowment long time."

There were some quesSpending Policy for the Alumni Association and the Endowment Trust. tions from the trustees concerning the status of the basement apartThe Board approved the policy by a unanimous vote.

Before yielding the floor, Mr McNeill announced that he had re- ment in 49 House. Captain Zambemardi pointed out that the apartceived a letter from Captain Ed Robie '43, announcing his resigna- ment is small and difficult to rent. In addition, the rent that it could tion from the Finance Committee. Mr McNeill complemented Cap- generate would not be enough to offset the cost of maintenance, insurance, and wear and tear

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Another question was asked about relocating some association fimctions to space on the yard. Admiral Marryott said that currently the Alumni Association has some space in Mahan Hall for the Naval Academy Fund. They will be relocated to Preble Hall when the Naval Institute moves out and academic renovation in the yard begins.

In closing. Captain Davey advised that research into a sprinkler system for Ogle Hall " . . . has proven to be extremely expensive and impractical." Fire awareness has been increased in the staff and regular fire drills are held, and " . . . at the present time there's no consideration to go forward with the sprinkler system in Ogle Hall."

The Chairman then called on Captain Roger Onorati '61, Chairman of the Strategy and Planning Committee.

Captain Onorati reported on the progress of achievement of goals in both the operating plans and the strategic plans. He pointed out that for the first time, the Strategy and Planning Committee was able to monitor the Alumni Association's Annual Operating Plan against the approved Concept of Operations, which is the role of the Strategy and Planning Committee. Praising the briefing by Commander Lawrence Heyworth III '70, Director, Strategic Programs and Mrs. Laurie Selby, Deputy Director, Strategic Programs on the status of goals. Captain Onorati reported that staff has either completed the goal, is on target for completing the goal, or has completed a goal ahead of schedule. The next three year operating plan, which will be developed in 1999, should be presented at next December's board meeting for approval.

The Chairman then called on Captain Neil Block '61, Chairman of the Nominating Committee.

heavier weight paper, kiddy-school pop-up, something of that nature, because we still have lots of people that apparently cannot find the ballot in the Shipmate."

Upon the conclusion of the Nominating Committee's report, the Chairman advised the board of an action that he and Admiral Marryott took on behalf of the board.

They called on the Under Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Jerry M. Hultin, and briefed him on the Association and gave him an overview of the Association and the Endowment Trust and how the Association works with the Naval Academy. They made a plea to him not to cut down the public funding or government funding to USNA. They also raised the issue of former-Midshipman Ormsby, who was expelled from the Academy for his involvement in a dmg-related incident at the Naval Academy. He was ordered to repay a portion of the taxpayer's funded education in the amount of some $86,000, but was relieved of that responsibility because of actions by his U.S. Senator, and because of action from within the office of the Secretary of Defense. The admirals conveyed their displeasure at this action and their concern that this might set a precedent, since it removes some latitude from the Superintendent on certain actions that he can take. Admiral Ryan has discussed the same issue with the CNO and the Secretary of the Navy. And so as a team, the Naval Academy and the Alumni Association, have gone forward with this issue.

The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 3:49 p.m. until the next morning at 8:00 a.m.

The Chairman opened Friday's session at 8:00 a.m. with the formal recognition of four new chapters and their Presidents, which were established during 1998: Delaware Chapter - President Nick Carter '70 he Nominating Committee's recommendation for Miami Chapter - President Neil Sapp '62 Naples-Ft. Myers Chapter - President Eugene Lawler '47 thel999 slate was as follows: Ft. Lauderdale Chapter - President Jeffiey Welsh '73 For Vice Chairman of Eastern Area Only: In preparing the trustees for the Governance Study Panel to be discussed next, the Chairman reminded the trustees that the Study Mr.CorbinA.McNeiU,Jr.'62 Panel's deliberations had been sent ahead for review to the trustees.

For Trustees-M-Large: He further stated that he was delighted with the level of efi'ort, which went into the study, and was impressed with the outcome. AdditionLT Scott C. Hottenstein '92, USN ally, the Executive Committee had unanimously adopted the entire Mr. Anthony M. Marks '59 package, and he would be asking for a motion to approve the study's recommendations at the conclusion of Captain Block's brief.

CDR Kerwin E. Miller '75, USNRR The Chairman then called on Captain Neil Block'61, Chairman of CAPT Jerome Rapkin '52, USN, (Ret.) the Governance Study Panel for his report [See Neil Block pp. 37-8].

Captain Block reported the results of the panel's work. The transition LCDR Charles W. Sharkey IV '85, USNR to the new Board composition will take place over a period of four to CDRB.ScottWatson'83,USN six years. Major recommendations of the study were as follows: A 29 member Board comprised of 25 Trustees and 4 Officers. The CAPT Lynn H. Widener '70, USNR 4 Officers would be: Mr. Thomas J. Wojciechowski '69 A Chairman; selected as a single slate candidate for election confirmation by the Alumni per the present method to serve a three year term and who is re-electable to an immediate subsequent three year term.

The Board unanimously approved the slate as presented by CapA Vice Chairman; selected as a single slate candidate for election tain Block.

Captain Block brought up two additional issues. First, the Nomi- confirmation by the Alumni as is presentiy done for the Chairman to serve a three year term coincident with the Chairman and who. likenating Committee concluded after some discussion, that they ... should not support any political campaign statements other than wise, is re-electable to an immediate subsequent three year term.

The President/CEO; as presentiy selected and elected. the standard biographical information that appears in Shipmate.

The Immediate Past Chairman of the Board.

Second, the Nominating Committee wished The 25 Trustees would be: Four regional Trustees; Nine Largest "... to reaffirm that balloting for positions of trustee should be by Chapter Trustees; Three Smaller Chapter Trustees; Seven Class Trustoriginal, franked, Shipmate-'ms&ntA ballots, which are not otherwise ees; Two Board Selected Trustees e-mailed, faxed, or handled in any other fashion in casting the ballot.

It was further recommended that the Executive Committee be comWe also recommend to the Shipmate handlers that maybe some method posed of the following voting member: The current Chairman; The to bring ... specific attention to the ballot itself be considered. Color,

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The Chairman of the Nominating Committee had requested earUer Vice Chairman; The President/CEO; A Chapter trustee representative; A Class trustee representative; and as nonvoting members the that one of the proposed, and subsequently approved, changes dealChief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of the Association. ing with the composition of the slate of officers be held in abeyance A motion was made and seconded to approve the panel's recom- pending further study. Mr Rourke suggested that the trustees vote to mendations. During the ensuing discussion, Mr John Howland '64 rescind the change: One candidate for Vice Chairman, vice two, as expressed concem about the Board's approving the recommendations just approved. After some further discussion, the motion was made, without some further reflection, review by the respective constituseconded and unanimously ents, and final approval at the May meeting. Lieutenant Commander approved to change the verJ. R. Knight '76, President of the Pensacola Chapter, objected to the biage in the Bylaws to reflect section of the study which called for the chapters to create some one Vice Chairman candidate mechanism for dues so that they can formally incorporate prospecfor nomination slates. tive members in the organization.

Captain Andres then asked the Chairman if there could be Mr. Howland then made a motion to amend the some discussion on the process earlier motion so that the board preliminarily apused for the Bylaws Commitprove the recommendations of the governance study tee, to which the Chairman panel which would then authorize the staff to proconcurred. Captain Andres mulgate the recommendations to the Alumni withpointed out that while the out requiring the alumni to vote. The final adoption email mechanism worked, of the recommendations would take place in the there is a great deal of value spring session of the board meeting. After a secin discussing Bylaws issues ond and further discussion, the Chairman called for "eye-to-eye." Bylaws changes a vote and six voted for Mr. should be pondered carefully Howland's amendment. The amendand not by voting from home via fax or email. These ment did not carry. changes should be studied with comments provided The Chairman Âąen called for a to the staff who would then accumulate the comvote of the original amendment that ments, report to the next board meeting, and then the carried with two abstentions, and tmstees can vote in person.

Mr Rourke responded one absent. that most changes are unanimous and can be apThe Chairman then asked for a proved electronically.

However, those that require motion that the board codify a proopen discussion can be discussed in open session subcess, through a means to be deterject to the Chairman's approval.

Mr Howland also mined, to periodically review the mentioned the importance of treating Bylaws caregovernance study panel's results, fully. If there is an emergency, or the changes are so recommendations, and implementa(top) RADM Ronald F. perfunctory that there is no question that there will tions to ensure that the governance of the U. S. NaMarryott, President and CEO be no controversy, an electronic process is fine. Othval Academy Alumni Association meets the changof the Aluimii Association erwise, the Board should " . . . do the bylaws the olding needs. After a motion was made, seconded, and (center) VADM Chuck fashioned way." briefly discussed, the motion carried unanimously.

Griffiths '46 USN (Ret.) and The Chairman asked Admiral Marryott to provide Thanking the Trustees for their comments, the CAPT Hallie Rice '46 USNR the Executive Committee with a method of accomChairman moved on with the agenda.

(Ret.) plishing this task and the review process at the next Under new business, a Class of '58 petition to (below) VADM John Ryan, meeting. In addition, the Chairman stated that we the Board to review the case of Captain Wes Superintendent would promulgate the results of this session by evPhenegar, USMC, as it pertains to his inclusion in ery available means and specifically the governance the KIA Memorial listing in Mestudy panel conclusions. He suggested that Capmorial Hall and the Vietnam Metain Neil Block assist in the preparation and writmorial listing in the Cemetery ing of a Shipmate article. was considered. The Board unanimously approved forming a The Chairman then called on Mr. Charlie Rourke committee to review all criteria '54, Chairman of the Bylaws Committee. for recognizing graduates who Mr. Rourke addressed two issues: First, the vote have lost their lives in service to on proposed Bylaws changes and then an adminisour country. The committee will trative error that needed to be corrected by the board. then forward the results of their Mr. Rourke began by stating that because the vote review to the Superintendent for was accomplished using email, this process was a learning one. Two appropriate action. The President/ members objected to voting by email and of the remaining board CEO will form the committee members, six votes were cast against the ten proposed changes with with an estimated completion date two votes abstaining. Captain Hofford investigated all votes against of the Spring Board meeting. or abstaining, and four of the six negative votes were changed after Captain Hofford's discussions. The challenge for future changes is After announcing that the that comments need to be effectively managed. The Bylaws Comnext meeting would be a one-day mittee is in the process of generating a form for change submittals meeting on 7 May 1999, the Chairman accepted a motion to adjoum, and instructions that will become part of the operations manual. This which was seconded and unanimously approved at 9:52 a.m. process should provide a proper paper trail with sufficient follow-up over the life of a proposed change.

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Class News "But still when two or three shall meet. And old tales be retold..."

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Pres: RADM Elliott Strauss 2945 Garfield Terrace NW, Washington, DC 20008 h: 202-332-5042 Send news directly to Shipmate.

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Pres: RADM William B. Bailey, USN (Ret) Send news direcdy to Shipmate.

From RADM Francis J. Thomas, we have the following letter: As a member of the Class of 1925 (rather elderly), I have been giving talks to numerous civic groups, mihtary retiree. ROTC and other groups for a number of years (usually near 7 December) regarding my experience on NEVADA when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.

In these talks, always well received, I stressed being a member of the Class of 1925, well trained for a naval career. My most recent talk was before the University of Missouri Naval ROTC group here in Columbia, MO, while visiting my sons.

I am enclosing the letter sent to me from the commander of this imit, thinking you might be wilUng to use it in the Class of "25 column. My talk is similar to the article I had written for the September 1987 issue of Shipmate. RADM Walter "Henry" Ford and I are very close friends.

Respectfiilly, RADM Francis J. Thomas, USNR (Ret.), 1915 Katy Lane, Columbia, MO 65203.

Here is the letter to ADM Thomas: Dear Admiral Thomas, On behalf of the Midshipman Battalion at Naval ROTC, University of Missouri, I would Uke to sincerely thank you for taking the time to speak with us about your experiences at Pearl Harbor. It was a truly inspiring presentation which provided a source of motivation for all those present.

It is not often that young officer candidates can hear first hand accounts of important occasions in history, let alone one of such momentous proportion. It was a true honor to have a gentleman of your character as a guest for our lab, and your presentation was most informative and enjoyable.

We very much look forward to having you as a guest again in the near future.

Again, I would like to thank you for the generous giving of your time, and may you always have "fair winds and following seas."

Sincerely.

CAPTC.R. Pierson, USN

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Pres. and Sec'y: CAPT Gordon CampbeU, USN (Ret) 3848 Somerset Drive, Durham, NC 27707-5017 Vice Pres: RADM Ben Scott Custer, USN (Ret) Henry S. Lewis, Jr. has sadly reported the death of his mother, Olga D. Lewis, widow of Henry S. Lewis. She was 91 years old.

She is survived by three children: June Gardner, Henry J r and Gary B. Lewis; two sisters, eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.

During World War II, our Classmate, Henry, was placed on the Government Roster of scientific persoimel and worked on many projects including radar, atomic bombs, chemical warfare equipment and naval refueling depots. He was president of Manning and Lewis Engineering Co. in Newark, NJ. Jesse McClure phoned from Longwood, FL (near Orlando), expressing his sorrow over our loss of F r a n k O ' B e i m e . The McClures and O'Beimes had been good friends over the years and he was sorry to hear Tommie O'Beime had not been well.

(We all hope she has recovered and is her old dynamic self.) The obituary for Frank appears in this issue.

John L. Woodbury (Lee) has been honored by the residents of his retirement commimity. His son, CAPT John L. Woodbmy Jr. '51 (Ret.), sent the following: On the occasion of his 94th birthday. John L. Woodbury received a plaque, colloquially referred to as the "Old Goat Award," in recognition of his being the "Senior Naval Academy resident at the WestminsterCanterbury in Virginia Beach." Lee is the third graduate to be the "Old Goat," though he is the first recipient of the new plaque.

The previous senior graduates were John L. Pratt '22 and Wilfiam M. Cole '24. At the present time, the next senior graduate is RADM William A. Moffett, Jn '30.

John, Jr. reads this colunrn and often recognizes names of men and women he met in his parents' home or that he served un-

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society 1 Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

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der in the course of his naval career. Interestingly, he notes that '26 and '51 are quinquennially related and celebrate our "big reunions" in the same years, enhancing our relationship. Lee siu^ely looks spry in this photo!

John Woodbury (Lee) on his 94th birthday with the â&#x20AC;˘'Old Goat" plaque presented by WestminsterCanterbury, Virginia Beach residents

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Pres: RADM William O. Snead, USN (Ret) Secy: CAPT John A. Moreno, USN (Ret) 1214 Fifth Street, Coronado, CA92118 h: 619-435-3732 A sad note and phone conversation with John Gragg. His lovely wife, Clare, died in San Antonio, TX, on 16 November 1998, from lymphoma. She had been ailing when they came to San Diego in the summer, so we didn't have a chance to see them during their visit. Clare did receive some medical treatment while here, though I don't know how much good it did. I'm sure the Class joins us in sincere condolences. John, himself, was in the hospital for a short stay in December but he has now recovered. He says he intends to remain in San Antonio, where his address is 1 Towers Parklane #815, San Antonio, TX 78209.

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Pres: RADM J. O. Miner, USN (Ret) 9001 Stoneleigh Ct., Fairfax, VA 22031-3216 h: 703-280-1347 Secy: RADM A. B. Metsger, USN (Ret) 3520 N. Roberts Lane, Arlington, VA 22207 h: 703-524-4599; e:ABEM3 l@compuserve.com JB Colwell, now living in Sunrise, in Arlington, sends us this good message: From a close connection with the children of relatives and friends, 1 have gained an appreciation of how fraternal relationships may carry over into post-university life in a beneficial fashion, socially and in the business world.

Now, 1 would like to suggest to you that we graduates of the Naval Academy are the

fortunate members of a series of elite fraternities, each composed of the members of a single Class. This does not mean a separation of friendships or a lack of appreciation of superb performances by others, far from it; but I suggest that there is a unique tie with our Classmates which continues throughout our active careers and, thankfully, on into our final years, as exemplified by group luncheons and reunions.

On a personal note, my Classmates are now and have been throughout my active and retired years my very dear friends, and many times, men to whom I owe a great deal. Thank you all.

Our Christmas luncheon with our ladies was a happy pre-holiday gathering; our group: JB Colwell, Ruth Day, Audrey Dempsey, Bill Fitzgerald, lone and Ralph Gillette, Dorothy McFarlane, Lynn and Abe Metsger, Jack Miner, Virginia and Johnny Webster. We especially missed Dick Steere who had arranged to come bringing Margaret Werts, but the taxi he had ordered for the 25 mile trip failed to show up until too late. It was a joy to share our party with '33, who along with the rest of us, had wondered whether most would prefer to have our July luncheon at the Chevy Chase Club, rather than drive to Annapolis as in many past years; the luncheon group, queried, indicated a large preference for avoiding the long drive; July luncheons will now be at the Chevy Chase Club. We include a picture taken at the Washington luncheon.

From Les Wood's nice daughter, Linda Higgenbotham: Please convey our thanks to the Class of '31 for the beautiful flowers they sent on the occasion of my father's death. All of you were among his oldest and dearest friends and he so enjoyed telling us of the good times he enjoyed with you. We are very thankful that he was able to attend the 65th Reunion two years ago. He enjoyed it tremendously. Thanks to you all, Linda.

Corr. Secretary: Dot Flatley Sandpiper Village, Apt. PI, 1224 Village Creek Ln Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 Send news directly to Shipmate.

I received a note from Joanne Visser. She wrote that Dick (Visser) had passed away on 2 November Lung cancer had metastasized over many bones and organs since the onset in September He died two weeks before his 92nd birthday.

Dick's ashes will be moved to Arlington National Cemetery in the spring. Joanne will continue to live in Madrid, where a daughter with family, and many friends of assorted nationalities, bridge players and fellow golfers, are living, and where the Vissers had found an interesting life.

Another daughter lives in Florida, but was with her mother and dad both before, and after, his passing.

Joanne wishes the Fluckeys, and other friends, to know she will be in touch.

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Washington luncheon, 8 December '98.1 to r: Jack Miner, Johnny and Virginia Webster, JB Colwell, Bill Fitzgerald, and Dorothy McFarlane

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Les consistently strongly supported Class activities.

Dick Peterson writes about his move to a retirement facility (5828 Constitution Ave., Fairfield, CA 94533; 707-399-0814): This is my first attempt at writing longhand to another person. After years of using the typewriter for letters, I'm not very steady. Of course age has something to do (an awful lot) with my scrawling. This has been a real tough experience; made tougher by our time on this earth. I'll be 90 on 19 December! We think we'll stick it out here, but there are many problems; identification for health care, etc.

Dick and Girmy had been nearly forty years in their Los Altos, CA, home; Dick has for years kept in touch with our Bay Area Classmates and arranged Class functions. Although he started with a good number on his list, there are now only three or four.

Bob Heilig, who manages Class affairs in San Diego, has the same problem of dwindUng membership. We are grateful to Dick and Bob, and to the other Classmates who keep us posted on Class news. This column depends on their contributions.

Cliff Shuey wrote in mid-December: Hope you are well and happy. Enclosed small check for [Class] expenses. You should remind us once in a whileâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I am very forgetful and expect I am no exception. I am OK at home. My nurse is OK, but my housekeeper is in a nursing home with a broken right elbow (shattered). My family is keeping pretty good contact. P.S. Talked to Dardanelle, Nelson K. Brown's widow, this morning and she is 'fine' at 84.

Dot and Alvey Wright sent a beautiful Christmas card, artwork by Dot, a painting of Lanikai Beach. They added a fine family photo which we include.

SAN FRANCISCO, fresh fi-om convoying American troop ships to Guadalcanal, November 1942, was attacked by Japanese torpedo bombers. The ship shot down all but one, but a damaged plane crashed into her superstructure, killing 30 men.

Then, after leaving Guadalcanal, ADM CaUaghan received a signal: a large enemy Task Force was approaching. He decided to meet it head on. Just off Savo Island, 14 ships showed up on our radar screens, two of them battleships. They were coming in three columns, clearing the way for a big convoy of troop ttansports.

Callaghan decided on a daring and dangerous maneuver His line of warships would run the gauntlet, between the enemy columns, hopefully surprising them and causing confusion. On the TBS, he concluded his order by saying, "Get the big ones first!"

Dick Hay "At the End of the Line."

We received notice that John E. Kirkpatrick had been elected an honorary member of the Association of Graduates of the Air Force Academy. It was noted that he had established a trust fund for each of the Service Academies.

Dooley Johnsen's widow, Kathleen, after forty years with Dooley, was married to Jack Geyer for ten years, and then to George Brown. Her new address is: Mrs. George Brown, 761 Alliance Drive, Apt. 227, Vu-ginia Beach, VA 23454.

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Pres: CAPT Will 1. Bull, USN (Ret) 1725 Oak Lane, McLean, VA 22101 h: 703-538-5981 Sec'y: Bob Gamble 8311 River Crescent Dr., Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-266-8775

The Alvey Wrights: Dot, Alvey, Patlye, Rusty Dorothy Johnson, widow of Dub Johnson, wrote in mid-December: Happy New Year. I am very happy in this great retirement center. I keep busy and I am enjoying good health. 1 have been to Colorado and Michigan the last few months visiting my four sons. Best wishes.

Our good Dub wrote a significant article about his experiences as a PW early in the War, some good and some bad; it appeared in our June 1992 column.

Dick Hay, after decades in Southern California, now lives in West Columbia, SC, sent us this handsome photo labeled, "Here I am at the end of the line."

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Bruce McCandless being presentated with the Medal of Honor None of us can forget the day when Bruce McCandless won the Congressional Medal of Honor The Surface Warfare Magazine (12/98) published an excellent story by RADM Schonland '25, the senior surviving officer

SAN FRANCISCO opened up on the

Japanese Battleship KONGO on her right, range 3500 yards. After unloading a series of crippUng salvos, she suddenly felt a shock, a shell tore through her port side.

Then another struck from starboard. The BB was dishing out terrible punishment from her 14" guns. Below, where shells had struck, fires were raging. Repair parties raced with fire extinguishers and hoses.

Water began to pour into the engine rooms.

Then, a shell struck the bridge, killing the admiral. Another ricocheted off the navigation bridge, killing CAPT Young.

COMDR Arison, the navigator, was blown off and landed 25 feet below. The bridge was now a smoking shambles, dead bodies strewn all about. But SAN FRANCISCO still steamed between the two columns, her gims blazing.

Bruce McCandless, wounded and unconscious, revived. He realized that all senior officers on the bridge were dead or out of action. Schonland, senior officer remaining, was 100% occupied in keeping the ship afloat. "Tell McCandless to take command!" he roared into the speaker.

"Give us the course and keep us informed."

Schonland had shell holes in the bulkheads big enough to walk through, water flooding the decks and small fires everywhere, even in Group 2 magazine. "Tell the repair party to sprinkle and flood Group 2 on the double!"

On the bridge, there was twisted metal making things even more difficult, Bruce commanded the CA 38. The cruiser was kept on course, her guns still in action.

Finally, the ship emerged from the battle area. The main job now was caring for 300 casualties and disposing of the 100 dead.

Amazingly, SAN FRANCISCO never slowed down. Her guns kept firing throughout the battle. The Japanese battleship was disabled, a desttoyer sunk. Our column had sunk several other enemy ships. The Navy had won its first sea battle with the Japanese. Both Schonland and McCandless received the Medal of Honor.

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The January Proceedings carries an article "Tomorrow's Fleet." A few extracts should be of interest. Force level—2000346 warships; 12 carrier battle groups; 64 nuclear subs; 116 surface warships.

However, Force Level Table indicates a decline to 250 ships by FY 2025, subject to change in future administrations.

Cruisers seem to be disappearing, especially when you read tliat the DD-21 will displace about 12,500 tons. In addition to its many missiles, it will have the new 62 cal. 5-inch gun capable of firing 20 rounds per minute (conventional) and 10 per minute for advanced munitions such as ERGM. Another new gun, 755 mm, possibly mounted vertically in the hull, is designed to fire automatically 15 rounds per minute per barrel. The vertically launched projectile will fly an "up and over" trajectory up to 200 miles.

The Tomahawk land-attack missile, our weapon of choice since Desert Storm, is likely going to be replaced by the Tactical Tomahawk, a lower cost missile with updated guidance capabiUty. Included is the ability to hover over the target area and be retargeted.

Conclusions of 'Tomorrow's Heet" will appear in the next Proceedings.

Jim CoUett died on 10 December. He hadn't been really well since his wife, Peggy, died back in 1996. Most of you read in our colunm, last December, the write-up about Jim's war experiences. The Washington Post obituary mentioned his being Naval Attache in Spain and Commander of the Newport Naval Station. After his 1962 retirement, he was Director of the Washington HOME. Jim was one of the "pioneers" at Ginger Cove, meaning he came to her in 1988, when it first opened. He was a popular resident and will be greatly missed.

WTiile in California for Thanksgiving, I had the pleasure of meeting with Al Cope and the other San Diego County people at the swank Fairbanks Country Club. Betty Cope, Anne Thomas and Pat Willard supplied the feminine touch, while Al, Dick Best and I represented the Class. Lloyd Mustin's health was causing concem; Jack Coffman had a bad fall and cracked his hip; Anne Thomas talks about moving east to Ginger Cove, but family ties hold her back. Dick Best entertained us with a story about spending a year in Havana; he and Hector de Zayas were attached to a cruiser sent there to keep the peace. He lost me when he mentioned the "Green Bay" Society, a semi-secret bunch in the Fleet.

On Coronado Island, they are planning a tunnel to get Navy personnel to North Island, thus relieving present traffic jams.

Pat Willard mentioned polo aficionados, but I'm positive it had no connection with any Classmate! Mark Sennett, reputedly a fine golfer, is now remarried. Joe Halwall was a big success in the Merchant Marines.

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estate. Then, the Class discussion eased off and we got into humorous stories all the way from our Commander in Chief, to making love on the count of "four" From the standpoint of a Class secretary a long way from home, the luncheon, hosted by Al and Betty, was a great success.

The Annapolis Group met at the Officers and Faculty Club last December WiU I. Bull and Jane Moncure came up from Virginia; Wes Johnson, Sara Anne Mott, Jane and Win Baily, Howard Prince and Mary Bruce, Modoc Sunderland and Louise, Marian and Bob Gamble completed the group. Wes reported that Larry Smith had moved to an assisted living facility in Columbia, MD, where he can be close to his son's home. Of the five Classmates present, two have now passed the "90" mark, Howard and Win. Win said that Jane had put on a Birthday Gala in Ginger Cove's Maryland Room in honor of the event. Then he reminisced about our '31 Cruise, when his ship, WYOMING, took NAUTILUS in tow. The food was running out

because of the extra days involved; no fresh vegetables and the beans were sprouting.

Francis Foley arranged our nice luncheon, but was unable to attend, he is fixing up his house for sale and is personally supervising the crew. Jane Moncure, a fine storyteller, told a tale which included ADM Nimitz and another four-star, there was some sliding down the banister amid great hilcU'ity. ^ ^ ^ The Trident had an article about "Annapolis, birthplace of Naval Aviation." It states that the Wright brothers, on 6 September 1911, brought their B-1 bi-plane to the Naval Academy. It was assembled in Dahlgren Hall.

"The next day, LT Ron Rogers 1903, took off from Farragut Field, flew for 15 minutes, executing a series of spirals, circles and turns, finally buzzing the field."

The first flight from a catapult was not so successful. On 7 July 1912, LT EUyson 1905, attempted it by means of compressed air from an old torpedo tube. The catapult was built on Santee Dock; when Ellyson's plane shot down the catapult, it caught a cross breeze and cartwheeled into the water A few months later he succeeded, thereby setting up a new way to get into the air ^

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Our 1998 Election returns are now in and counted as of 31 December 1998. All officers are re-elected. Class Council, which consists of five members, was elected as follows: Al Cope, 32 votes, Chairman Dick Best, 31 votes. Vice Chairman Bobby Fulton, 29 votes, Member Ted Hodgkins, 29 votes. Member Al Bowser, 20 votes. Member Bobby Fulton picked up a sad news item from AP: Retired RADM Magruder Hill Tuttle, a WWII aircraft squadron leader, a postwar carrier commander, and a founder of the National Museum of Naval Aviation, died Friday.

Tut was 90 when the end came in November Our Lucky Bag says, "Captain Tuttle, at center, was probably the most outstanding player on the football team. His persistence in breciking through and nailing a runner behind the line of scrimmage made him a terror to all opponents."

Speaking with first-hand knowledge, Vick McRea said: Playing center, he caused our opponents lots of worry on the defensive, while on the offensive, he was ripping great holes in their line. He was also an outstanding success in boxing.

In a way of rounding out Tut's personality, Mac goes on to say "His penchant was the singing of all sorts of funny songs and the reading of poetry."

A moment of silence for an outstanding Classmate.

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Pres: ADM Thomas H. Moorer, USN (Ret) Pres Emer: CAPT Raymond W. Thompson, Jr., USN (Ret) Secy: RADM Charles A. Blick, SC, USN (Ret) 2725 31st St. NW, Washington, DC 20008 San Diego Correspondent: Mrs. R.S. Riddell 4037 Alameda Drive, San Diego, CA 92103 h: 619-295-9091 Tut with one of his lovely granddaughters Naval History recently published an article describing a photo mission, one designed to tell our high command all about Truk. Pilots James Christenson and James Yawn were based at our new airstrip on Bougainville. It was long enough to acconomodate the heavy four-engine PB4Ys needed for the long, 1000 mile trip.

Both planes managed to photograph the Japanese Fleet anchorage some 2100 miles from Tokyo. Both planes encountered ground fire, but no serious attack from fighters. WTien they returned to Bougainville, after their 12-hour flight, they were too tired to celebrate, they went looking for some chow and sleep.

But, after scrutinizing the maps at Pearl, Admiral Nimitz ordered Operation Hailstone. The fast carriers of Mitcher's Task Force on 17 February 1944, with more than 700 planes from 12 carriers, destroyed 264 planes and sank 37 ships, the worst single day's loss for the Japanese. New plans were made: By-pass Truk, isolate it with air strikes and move to the Marianas.

An important photo mission!

A phone call from Dave Scott reported the death of Ingeborg, Wally Short's widow, who lived in Seattle. Suzie, their daughter, called in the news. Most of you will remember that Wally suffered from an aneurysm of his aorta that helped cause a blockage in circulation. This resulted in the amputation of a leg and Wally never recovered; he died a few years after our 45th in Coronado.

Al Cope reported the death of Betty Lu Keyes. She lived in DelMar, CA. You may remember that Chuck Keys, when he retired, went into teaching at the university level. He retired a second time, in 1975, and enjoyed his last years with his family.

Are you a member of the

Robert Means Thompson Society?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership at 410-293-1939.

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The Washington Group met for lunch at the Chevy Chase Club on 8 December Attending were, Cartie and Tom Moorer, Charlie Blick, Hal Bowen, Lee and Gary Coleman, Tuddie and Jim Elliott, Mickie and Hugh McKibbin and John Oren.

Members of the Class of 1931 and their ladies numbered 15. It was a festive occasion to celebrate the Christmas season.

The Club Christmas tree was spectacular and the table settings were bedecked with pointsettias and linens to match.

Our indefatigable Hal Bowen won the National Squash Rackets Singles Championship this past February in the 85 and older catagory. "Well Done," Hal. He has been playing squash for 64 years and has competed nationally for 50 years rather sucessfully, as he has been "runner up" several times.

Mike Luosey's daughter, Bridget Siwinski, of 12 Seawall Street, Augusta, ME 04330, wrote in to advise that her father had passed away on 29 June 1998, after a series of falls, a broken hip, breathing and heart problems. Mike's wife, Mary, died in 1968. He is survived by a son, Dennis; daughter, Bridget, and her husband. Grant; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. See "Last Call."

Ralph Sargent's son, Ralph Sargent 111, of 6478 Ivarene Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90068, wrote in to advise that his father died on 21 October 1998 of congestive heart failure. In addition to Ralph 111, he is survived by his wife of 61 years. Eve, of Leisure World, Laguna Hills, CA; and a son, John, of Fairbanks, AK. See "Last Call."

"Carl" Jones called in to advise both that "Al" Ryan had died on or about 20 October 1998 of a brain tumor and that Al's wife, Marion, is in a nursing home suffering from Alzheimer's. Our prayers to them both, a very sad situation.

Tuddie and Jim Elliott celebrated Tuddie's 85th birthday with a Sunday luncheon cruise on the Potomac River aboard M.V. ODYSSEY. Tuddie's son, daughter and several grandchildren joined them for the occasion. Jim reports that the food and service were excellent and the ship was immaculate.

Tuddie and Jim Elliott onboard M.V. ODYSSEY for her birthday party Michael L. Hartman '59 of 32364 SE Bluff Road, Gresham, OR 97080, wrote in to advise that his father, I.S. (Jim) Hartman, had died of heart failure on 20 November 1998. In addition to Michael, Jim is survived by his wife, Elaine; and sons, Christopher and Andrew of Clackamas and Eugene, OR, respectively; a daughter, Patricia Spencer of Milwaukie, OR; and numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. See "Last Call."

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Regular Membership: 50% Life Membership: 38%

Pres: CAPT Hugh Q. Murray, USN (Ret) 6310 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 Sec'y: CAPT Roy C. Smith HI, USNR (Ret) 3730 Ramsgate Drive, Annapolis, MD 21403 h: 410-268-5668 West Coast Correspondent: CAPT Robert W. Leeman, USN (Ret) 1611 Chatsworth Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107 A fine letter came from Ed Lee, too late for the Jan-Feb deadline, hence considerably delayed here beyond its mailing date in November However, he was enthusiastic about the 65th and promised to be there, "the Lord willing and if the creeks don't rise." In fact that enthusiasm carried over so that he is now involved in planning a 70th reunion for his high school class in the year Y2K. Just sitting around gave him itchy feet, so he embarked on a preChristmas cruise, flying to the Seychelles Islands to join Silver Cloud. There were port stops along the way in Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia before winding up in Singapore after 18 days. Home on the 23rd. Then, sometime early this year, Ed is looking forward to selling his house in Millbrae and moving into a retirement home being built nearby. A change of address notice will follow.

Similarly, Orilee (Bill Robbins widow) wrote, at tlie end of November, to pass the word that she and Charles G. Oliver were married on 25 June 1997, in a garden wedding, at the home of her daughter, Janet Chubb, and her husband in Reno. A reception followed in Glendale, CA, hosted by the Doctors Elenor and Harold Fondseleu on 24 August. Gilbert, known as "Bun," spent some 42 years, in the Far East Division of Seventh Day Adventists doing

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missionary work (teacher, treasurer, pastor, administt-ator, etc.) in Japan, Guam, New Guinea, Borneo and Indonesia. He and his first wife, who died about five years ago, were high school classmates of Orilee.

They have settled in Vancouver, WA where the address is 12307 NW 36tii Ave., Vancouver, WA, 98685. Here's a belated wish for many happy years to come.

My English niece (daughter of sister Lou, widow of Stu Stephens, wife of CDR Horace Barnard RN R e t ) , sent me a newspaper clipping from Bristol on the discovery of John Paul Jones'flagshipBON HOMME RICHARD in relatively shallow water,

off the coast of Yorkshire. The find was made by a family of three local fishermen diving to clear their net from an underwater snag. By comparing exploded guns, fire tracks, and other damage, with records of survivor interviews, it seems clear that the wreck really is that gallant ship that transferred Jones and the other survivors to their captured HMS SERAPIS, and then sank alongside. 1 wonder what they'll do with her now?

Chuck Coley sent in a lot of data on a hot prospect for the USNA, which 1 relayed to the Blue and Gold recruiters here. He also included several photos of family and historic groups. The one here shows Chuck, as President of the Oklahoma City Historical Society, and Lt. Governor of Oklahoma, Mary Fallon, presenting the Society's 1997 Distinguished Service Award to singer Vince Gill. Along with it was the program of the 1998 Annual Pathfinder Award Ceremony, when Chuck was presented with the Distinguished Service Award as "a man who has probably contributed more than any other to the maintenance of historical integrity of Oklahoma City's historical structures." He has been a member of the City's Historical Preservation Commission ever since its founding more than ten years ago.

Chuck Coley at the 1997 award presentation

Russ Maynard sent along the snapshot shown above of his family taken during the celebration of Ruie and his 62nd wedding anniversary. Shown are son, D r Michael Maynard, MD; Ruie; Russ, and son, CDR Michael Maynard '59, USN (Ret). It must have been a very happy occasion for all present.

In cleaning out some old files, 1 ran across a great picture of some Classmates' Shipmate, March 1999

A typical '34 celebration

from years ago. Above are Hank Miller, Ann Smith, Isabelle Fleck, Paul Savidge, Roy Smith, Helen Savidge and Lucy Miller, all obviously enjoying themselves.

From the dress, the background and the name tags, my guess is that it was taken during the Friday night Homecoming cocktail party before dinner in King Hall, the date would have been 1991, a year after Ed Fleck's death, and the photographer, was the duty lad from the USNA Photo Lab. A fine letter from CAPT John J. Hyland HI '62, USN (Ret), enclosed a familywritten obituary for his father, our Johnny, along with a beautiful eulogy from the funeral service. The obituary appearing in the January-February Shipmate, covered a bit more of Johnny's service career, but was not aware of two post-retirement items.

One is that he spent the first six years after retiring as Director of LT's Hawaiian operations and twelve years on the Board of Directors of AMFAC. The second, he was an avid tennis player, a member of the Punahou Tennis Club, Waialae Country Club and the Outrigger Canoe Club. He laid

proud claims to being the tennis champion of the Hyland family. In his own retirement, young John has been serving with the NATO Iraq Action Team as Chief Inspector, Nuclear Monitoring Group. After Johnny's funeral, he flew back to Baghdad for a "normal tour," but soon returned to Vienna, his agency headquarters and home.

John Harllee sent in a newsletter from the National Press Club reporting on NBC Anchor ,Ted Brokaw's, appearance with a new book. The Greatest Generation (ours).

John had the pleasure of joining him for the member-authors book club lunch following.

Dottie and Fid Murray hosted the WB&A Christmas luncheon, at his Belle Haven Country Club in Alexandria, on 17 December Attendees were Anne and Ed Batcheller, Terry Bertholf (home from long family visits abroad), Dorothy Bunevich, Vema (Hyde) and John Craven, Eel Dutton with Emily Stoffel (replacing her Mother Dorothy Stabbel who broke a bone in her foot), Helen and John Harllee, Betty and Bill Keller, Janet MacLeod, Mariquita and Hugh Mullan, Dottie (welcome back) and Fid Murray for a total 57

of 18. Ann and I had to cancel because of bad colds. Jane Condon, because she and a friend with her were broadsided by a drunken driver, about two blocks from her house. There were no personal injuries, but much damage to the car and the police are still looking for the driver.

A note from Rudy T\irrentine's daughter, Martha, via Florence Bradley and Fid Murray, relayed the word that her mother Peggy, Rudy's widow, died on 8 October 1998, in Houston, TX, where Rudy had died a year earlier Florence's correct zip is 20906-1877.

For this month's dicho, advice to some of our leading politicians in the Congress and at the White House: En boca cerrada, no entran moscas (Mosquitos don't enter a closed mouth).

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Regular Membership: 34% Life Membership: 46%

Pres: CAPT Jefferson D. Parker, USN (Ret) Sec'y: CAPT Jesse B. Gay, Jr., USN (Ret) Corr. Sec'y: CAPT W.H. Packard, USN (Ret) 5600 Yorktown Blvd.. Arhngton, VA 22207 h; 703-536-7120 The Class family in the WB&A area combined the December Class Council luncheon meeting and the TV viewing of the Army/Navy football game on 5 December This get-together was sponsored

by Poppy and Clag Claggett at the Maplewood Park home for retirees in Bethesda, MD, where they now live.

Needless to say, this was a very enjoyable session, in spite of the final score of the game.

Another Class coed get-together was reported by Bill Hazzard in Coronado, CA. It was held on 28 October at the Sky Room of the NAS on North Island, Coronado.

Attendees included: Norm Atkins, George Towne Baker, Lou Bauer, Katie and Ralph Baum, Nellie and Al Bowker, Margot Doukas, John Flachsenhar, Mary Jo and Bill Hazzard, Jerry McCormick, John McQuilken, Norie and Dave Nash, Helen and Skip Sellers, Fred Stiesberg, Don Van Ness, and Ginger and Bill Wideman.

Your Corr. Sec'y gratefully received a fist-full (or two) of Christmas cards from members of the '35 Class family members, many with personal and family news for 1998. All will be used, some in this or future columns but all in Class and Naval Historical Center biographical files, the latter at the Washington Navy Yard.

Fred Bakutis, in Hawaii, reports that he is getting around as best one can without a left foot. His son, Bunky, Jr., lives nearby and is most helpful in many ways.

Pat and Johnny Becker, in Palm City, FL, are keeping well occupied playing tennis and swimming. In November, they flew to the Cayman Islands, for a "snorkeling vacation," a real adventure. They spent 58

Christmas in Santa Barbara, CA, with their daughter, Pamela. Their #1 son, CAPT John Becker Jr. '68, completed an outstanding career, including command of PHILIPPINE SE.\ (CG-58). Pat and Johnny's granddaughter, Christy Jones, was featured on the cover of the 30 November 1998 issue of Forbes magazine, relative to the story therein about the company she had founded.

Art Decker's widow, Dutch, writes on her Christmas card from Atlantic Beach, FL, that she sees Lib and Bud Ward frequently. Now and then she sees Helen and Norm Gage in the winter, but they go to New Hampshire in the summer Her son, John, and daughter, Vicki, both live nearby, and they are able to get together quite frequentiy, especially for the hoUdays.

Reports on deaths in the '35 family in 1998 don't appear to be reduced by the holidays. As of 31 December 1998, the following reports had arrived: Joe Penland, on 30 June in San Diego; Helen, widow of Bill Sampson, on 22 September, also in San Diego, she was interred with Bill at the National Military Cemetery in San Bruno, CA. Several reports were received concerning the death of Avis, widow of Connie Karaberis, on 11 December in San Diego. Marion, wife of Mason Freeman, wrote a special note on this sad event. Avis had been a very dear friend of Marion's for 45 years. (Sec'y: Details on her burial have not been reported at the time of this writing, but Connie's ashes were scattered at sea and this may be anticipated for Avis' remains as well.) Irene, widow of Bruce Ross, died on 23 November in San Diego.

In connection with the report on Irene Ross, a brief, but very sincere note was received from LCDR Mike Midgley '85.

He stated that his wife, Joanne, and he were blessed to have known Irene and Bruce for the past ten years. Mike wrote that he would always cherish the memories of Bruce, especially the Academy tales and the numerous sea stories they shared as fellow ship-drivers. He also wrote that Bruce was a primary reason why he retained a close contact with the Academy after his graduation, which led to his current position as a trustee on the Alumni Association board of directors, representing the San Diego Chapter Mike's note concluded: "1 salute Bruce and his entire [USNA] Class. My generation will never forget its dedication, duty and sacrifices."

Marc Peppard's widow, Cathy, in San Diego, sent a nice note with her Christmas card, reporting on several interesting trips, in addition to her many activities in the local area, such as golf and bridge. She also mentioned that she tutors two Japanese graduates in Enghsh. She made a trip to Sicily, where she had a brief visit with her daughter, who is studying in Berlin, Germany. She also cruised to Nova Scotia from New York.

Virgil McQuary in Pittsburgh, PA, enclosed a lengthy newsletter in his

Christmas card, giving the details on his 1998 activities which well supported his introductory sentence that '98 was neither the best, nor the worst of years for him. The happy events included a cataract removal from his right eye in May, giving him much improved vision and making it possible for him to see better than he had in years. Such improved eyesight might have saved him from one unhappy fall in April, and made possible several happy events such as a Great Lakes cruise in a new German motorship, M/S COLLTHBUS, which cruised all the Lakes, except Lake Michigan, and visited all major ports.

News on the death of Bill Sullivan, on 25 November 1998, has been received, but no details yet. Jesse Gay wUl have expanded information in Bill's "Last Call" item in next month's issue of Shipmate.

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Regular Membership: 43% Life Membership: 40%

Pres: CAPT Randolph Meade Jr., (SC) USN (Ret) Sec'y-Treas: CAPT O. M. Butler, USN (Ret) 1101 S. Arhngton Ridge Road Arlington, VA 22043 Corr. Sec'y: CAPT William A. Ellis, USN (Ret) Goodwin House West #832 3440 S. Jefferson Street, Falls Church, VA 22041-3127; h: 703-578-7546 We can't believe it, but here it is March already, that means one-quarter of the fmal year in this 20th Century has come to pass, and so has our deadline for the March issue of Shipmate. No news may mean good news for the new year, and we hope it does.

So here goes with what little we have on hand.

The Christmas letter received from Mildred and Joe Reed reported that they soon would be moving to an apartment about February '99, located in a continuing care community similar to Goodwin House West, where we live. Their elder daughter, Carolyn "Cari" Eppinger. had a hip replacement in October, but was making a good recovery and eager to get back to work. All the other children and grandchildren were keeping busy with jobs, school, etc. 1 am sorry to say "Mid" reported she had been diagnosed, in October as having rheumatoid arthritis, a shock to her that has limited her activities. However, she also said Joe was a great helper in keeping her going. In conclusion, both sent their best wishes to all in the New Year, especially for everyone to have good health.

Thank you "Mid" and Joe. Keep in touch, and let us hear from you more often from Athens, GA. After February the Reed's new address will be: Talmage Terrace, 801 Riverhill Drive #346, Atiiens, GA, 30606.

Please correct your new Class Roster [December 1998] accordingly.

Amanda Boland called from Virginia Beach just before Christmas to wish us a

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merry holiday season and to report that Becky Southerland's new address is now: 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451; phone: 757-496-1100. We thank "Nanny" for her best wishes and Becky's new address.

Another address change was reported by Dick Rothwell, who said to cortect his address in the Roster to read: The Remington Club #206, 16925 Hierba Drive, San Diego, CA 92128-2660; phone: 619487-5150.

Abe Lincoln's note of 29 December said GEORGE E . DAVIS (DE-357), which he

commissioned and commanded in the 7th Fleet during WWII, was having its annual reunion for four days in mid-September '99 in Arlington, VA. He hoped to come east at that time and was anxious to see Classmates who might still be in the area. He said that he was in excellent health except for his eyes. He has macular degeneration with complications, a disease for which the doctors had found no cure yet. But Abe will not get worse for many years to come.

[Welcome to the club Abe!] Audrey enjoys the reunion and will be with me if all goes well.

I'm still able to counsel clients on Tuesdays at the Salvation Army. They pick me up and drive me home when I'm finished; so I keep busy. Will let you know the dates of the reunion later.

Thanks Abe; we'll look forward to seeing you.

We have a report from the west coast that Maynard Nohrdenz suffered a stroke, in late December, and was in the local hospital. However, as of this writing, we've had no further word on his condition and assume he must have recovered. We will keep you advised as soon as we get a confirmation or a bit more positive news.

Meanwhile, we all wish "Dixie" well and a speedy recovery.

In closing, we regret to report that Paul Bjamason died very suddenly of a heart attack, at his Lake Barcroft home, on 3 January 1999. We have no details, as of this time, but understand that a memorial service with full military honors is planned for 15 February, at the Fort Myer Post Chapel followed by inurnment at the Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium. Paul was predeceased in 1992, by Dorothy, his wife of 51 years. He is survived by a daughter and three sons, and seven grandchildren, to all of whom we express our deepest sympathy.

That is all for now. We have another reprieve from the dialysis treatment, and so, God willing, we'll see you in the April Shipmate. Meanwhile, best wishes for good health and good fortune.

If you have managed to get a copy of Bob Sleight's book mentioned in earlier columns, 1600 Men, let us know if it brought back memories with its stories and bits of humor Better yet, write Barbara Sleight and Bill Shea and give them your reaction to Bob's book.

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Regular Membership: 48% Life Membership: 36%

Pres: CAPT John S. Slaughter, USN (Ret) Sec'y-Treas: RADM D.G. Baer, USN (Ret) Corr. Sec'y: CAPT Frank N. Shamer, USN (Ret) 7112 Lewison Drive, San Diego, CA 92120-1248 This March column competes with our president's all hands update missive, particularly as to morbidity updates. You'll hear it first from Jack.

Marcella, Wes Steesy's widow, passed away in Silver Spring, MD, on 30 November 1998. Her funeral took place on 6 December She and Wes had been very active in Saint Luke's Lutheran Church for years. As in his case, her service was well attended. Dave Bell, Jack Slaughter, and Chuck Stein attended and the Class sent a monetary contribution to the church.

Fred Schneider fell while walking their dog near their Virginia Beach condominium in early fall. The resulting subdural hemotoma left him in a coma from which, after a long time, he had been slowly emerging, having some speech, but very little movement. Marion had become very optimistic but, he then developed an infection which required intravenous injections. Marion reported he "ran out of veins to inject," allowing the infection to overpower his defenses.

His funeral at the Naval Academy Chapel on 22 December was followed by a solemn graveside committal service in the Naval Academy Cemetery with full military honors.

Don Gay's complete address is: The Forum, 23500 Cristo Bay Drive #826F Cupertino, CA 95014; 650-964-1501.

Hank Rowe's "Last Call" entry reads like a travel report. He really moved around. He was M r Fighter-Director answer man.

Our Si Ramey has joined the group who have disappeared. The Register of Alumni for 1997 has him at the same address as our Class directory, but that one doesn't work. 1 would guess tiiat CLEVELAND would have an address for his retired pay remittance.

Anyone with good information, please tell me and/or Bill.

Jack Slaughter reports that Mary Minter is back home from a hospital visit and is feeling better Mrs. Joanne McFadden of 2 Imperial Lane, Chariton, NY 12019-2603, seeks information on our Danny Deckelman's service and death. She is married to Scott McFadden '89 and is a volunteer in the archives of the Albany-based WWII destroyer escort. SLATER (DE-760). In going through a trunk forwarded to them from a West Coast naval museum that had failed to make it, she found Danny's Midshipman full dress jacket and a page from our Lucky Bag, his page. My not so reliable Register of Alumni for 1997 lists his loss in ATIK on 5 April 1944. Our Class register lists her

loss on 5 May 1942, a much more probable date. She seeks destroyer escort information in general because she is helping this destroyer escort museum. 1 think that ATIK was some sort of escort conversion. Her loss certainly preceded serial delivery of DE's. If you can help her in her work, please do so. Our Jack Wadleigh helped years ago. She thinks all of us are as polite and helpful as was our Jack.

The fact that Fred Schneider had been ADM Ernest King 1901's aide, reminds me that while ADM King wore wings, he was actually a career submariner There was something about diesel submarines that caused those serving in them to beget female offspring. ADM King and his gracious wife produced six girls prior to the arrival of E.J. King, Jr. '45. (Sec'y: Sally and 1 produced three girls while 1 was embarked in submarines.) On hearing of ADM King's family, Dorothy Thompson is said to have remarked that E.J. King, Jr should have been named Earnest Endeavor King. 1 understand that there is no such pattern in the nuclear-powered submarine community.

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Regular Membership: 37% Life Membership: 45%

Pres: RADM M. H. Rindskopf, USN (Ret.) Chairman, Wash. Area: CAPT J.M.McDowell, USN (Ret) h: 703-751-6144 Sec'y: CAPT D.K. Ela, USN (Ret) 3260 N. 12th St., #3329, Grand Junction, CO 81506 h: 970-256-7174; e: dkela@gj.net Presidents Corner NEW-MEMBERS: Last spring we sent a letter, along with a complementary copy of Shipmate, to about 25 of our esteemed Classmates who were not members of the Alumni Association. Two have joined, Ike Brooks from Switzerland and John Shirley in Annapolis. 1 suggest that anyone who talks to a non-member Classmate, give him a pep talk about joining, since as 1 relate in the next item, "Classes" will assume a more important role in the Alumni Association over time.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES: We have been talking since the summer about my participation in the Governance Study Group of the Association Board of Trustees.

The Board accepted the recommendations of the GSG at its 4 December meeting. The most important change is the inclusion, over the next few years, of seven Class Presidents as trustees. At the same time, the Class presidents will form a council which will coordinate action by the Classes for presentation to the Board. This means that each member of the Class of 1938, and every other Class, can influence the direction of the Association by timely inputs.

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Bill Boykin, Kay Ow en, Louise Boykin. Margaret Jones. Jean Conrad, Frank Jones, and Betty Raymer

Carl Fleps. Ro Brown. Fran Pearson. Bob Caner. Ann Church and Phil Beshany

Snowden and Birgitta Arthur. Annabella Dubois. Gigi Beshany. Kay and Carl Dwyer

LEADERS' FORUM: The 1999 Leaders' Forum has come and gone, and again it was a smashing success. The Class was well represented, as you can see in the accompanying photograph. This, of course, was VADM John Ryan's '67 first Forum as the new Supe, and he was involved all the way.

It was also the first for the new Director of Professional Development, CAPT Lee Geanuleas '77, and he was impressed. It surprised none of us that Gen Chuck Krulak '64, USMC, was again the star of the show. (He now holds more 1938 Leaders' Forum coffee mugs than any other speaker) His illustrated talk emphasized the importance of personal integrity and the impact of the Constitution on every military man. By chance, he showed a video of Congressional testimony, in which Senator Bob Smith of New Hampshire lauded the

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Marines; but the Commandant did not know that the Senator was the son of our Classmate, Don Smith, who was lost in a plane crash off Norfolk, in March 1945, when he was CO of Utility Squadron 4.

As in past years, the speakers commended our Class for sponsoring the Forum, and set us up as examples of leaders whom the Midshipmen, and the Cadets of

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the Air Force, West Point, Coast Guard, and for the first time, the New York Maritime Academy should emulate.

Always we have some good news and some bad news, the latter first. Louie DeCamp, our champion rope climber, passed away on 14 December His funeral service was held in Suffolk, where he was buried next to Dottie. Mike and Sylvia, Frank and Margret, Joe, and Betty Luby paid our respects at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to INOVA, VNA Hospice, 3251 Old Lee Hwy, #204, Faufax, VA 22030.

Class Comer The good news; reports on three parties.

Larry Pierce and Lynn note the largest and warmest gathering in many years. Bud Wolfe and Bev hosts, for the Army-Navy game with 20 present. Ruth Boyd, Marilyn Bowers, Jim Douglas and Sally, Vic GraCT and friend Velma, Dave Harris and Giimy, Beverly and Charlie Hart. Lorette and George Neel, Lowell Jett, Lois Risenberg, John Saxten and LeClaire. W^ed and dined, they reelected Larry as area coordinator and all departed with doggy bags. We think Navy's play was terrific, that last wiiming touchdown by Army really crushed the day we thought was in the bag.

The almost total lack of penalties marked quality teams.

Washington Group had a Class lunch for 10 on 19 November, exceeding the minimum for mutiny, which failed. But to protect the innocent, we've not included Bob Carter's pics which were duplicated in the following. The Christmas lunch on 10 December, attended by 29, was totally and successfully dedicated to the festive spirit of the season. See the pictures below to see the names and teeth except for Hugh Robinson who was glued to the view finder Mike has a new shoulder and has his goal set to again shoot his age, last accomphshed at 76. Schultz and Gordy Williams please note this contender Olsen reports Bill RatlifT single-handed the tiller, sheets and halyards in hoisting a hugely successful and tastefully appointed Christmas party for 27 in San Diego, also on the 10th.

(Sec 'y 's Note: Photos of attendees will be posted in the next issue; we're now limited to five so we've cropped and combined the pics as is evident in those below. We're posting the pics in the order received, avoiding the Solomon's choice of posting half of each group over two issues. In case of a tie, we'll favor the later group in a prior set. Perhaps it would be well to think larger groups although couples make the best copy.)

Attending were: Becky and Charlie Akers, Mary Frances Bennett, Mary Alice and Marion Buaas, Rose Callahan. Myra and Bill Flinn, Gayle and Tom Foster, Jessie and Dan Harrington, Betty Jensen, Phyllis and Bob Kercheval. Kitty and El Ogle, Jan and Swede Olsen, Bill Ratlilf, Rosemary Stott, Jean and Wendy Suydam.

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club. Our talk was euphemistically titled "The Complete Navigator" (a la Isaac Walton) following their book review of Longitude. It is another very short, one evening, paperback "read" on the fascinating story of the development of the chronometer by John Harrison and his frustrating decades-long bout with bureaucracy for recognition and acceptance. It brings up a feeling of deep respect for that gimbaled item in the chart house.

The marvel of our life span is that we now keep time to a billionth of a second. A billionth here and a billionth there and one really sharpens a "mark" on a star sightthat's what you do when the battery in your hand held GPS dies.

Muriel Wells, Jo Fleps, Alison Fryer and Ed Conrad

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Pres: CAPT Paul Loustaunau, USN (Ret) Sec'y: CAPT William J. Ruhe, USN (Ret.) 1310 MacBeth Avenue, McLean, VA 22102 e: VGH39@webtv.net

Conny Conrad. Bob McNitt, Betty Luby and Guy Gugliotta In our last colunm, we supplied some commentary on the millennium bug.

Retired Officer magazine, January 1999, has summarized government department readiness. In particular, DoD public affairs office says military readiness system fixes will be in place before you receive this, and 1999 will be devoted to test operations.

DFAS started conversion in 1991 and targets completion this March including electronic transfers with the Federal Reserve, national and multinational banks.

If these don't work, it also has contingency plans in place for your pensions. Medicare stands the best chance for lousing up, as it is based on a multiplicity of external contractors, and a wide array of medical equipment suppliers such as intensive care monitors. Excuse our propensity for gallows humor, but consider planning your heart attacks early or postponing them just a bit Salutes The youngest member of our Class has become a work of art. We didn't make this up, Irv Frankel covers the entire front page of the Tacoma City Paper, a regional paper reporting on news, music, arts and entertainment. A Tacoma major art project, unsupported by public funds, was a concept by artist and sculptor, Nancy Mee, to truly "connect with the public and put the public back into public art." Littie is said on the Shipmate, March 1999

screening process, but seven people from the community were chosen whose demeanor, expression and experience was appropriate to one of the seven classical liberal arts of antiquity. Photographic studies were made, and one of each was then sculptured by sand blasting full scale into pale green glass which in tum is set in metal and fused glass. The star of the chosen seven sculptures in the exposition is Irv in whose physiognomy 80 years of accumulated wisdom and razor sharp intellect show through. If you are ever in Tacoma or close, the striking exhibit is in the Pierce College librjuy.

RSRH (Reefed Sail Retirement Home) Notes A copy of Jimmy Carter's '47 The Virtues of Aging, is circulating here; we recommend it highly. In paper back it is about a hundred small pagesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;one evening's worth of good reading. ISBN O345-42592-8. "When you're pushing 80, that's exercise enough," or "There aren't many of the good old days left." Jimmy and Rosalynn are the antithesis of disabled, so perhaps their energy warps their enthusiasm for "doing," but the little volume is rich in experience and philosophy for all of us and our spouses: chicken soup for fading away, a paragon of honor in the Oval Office. We also report that we fearlessly addressed 18 sharp women in the local AAUW book

Maddy and Ken Barker write: We were off camping last summer for six weeks. We revisited Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and several lakes along the Eastem High Sierras. Took a swim in Hot Creek, which is steam-heated by hot springs. Then, we visited the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. It's the oldest living thing on earth; some of its ancient trees are 10,000 years old.

From McUlha and Jim Smith, "Good to see you once in a while at St. John's Church in McLean; we do love that church."

Martha and Jim Smith Barbara and Elmar Waring write: If we had just three wishes, we'd wish for peace, health for our friends, and joy in every heart. We leave the stormy coast of Oregon in mid-December to be with our daughter, Melissa, in Phoenix, for this blessed holiday season.

Harry Higgs' widow, Micky, writes: We expect to go to our '39 gathering for the Army/Navy game on 5 December. That should be fun, since Navy might win. (They didn't.) Last year, I got a big, fat lip helping Navy win, due to my excessive bugling.

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In February, my house was broken into and among other things, my bugle (with one valve) was taken. I told the detective who was sent to investigate the theft, to look for a trumpet, perhaps? After a couple of weeks, I got my bugle back Irom the nearby police station. I also got back 13 rings of mine, which I had to pay the pawnshop for.

I went to the Hot Air Balloon Festival, but didn't know most of those who were there.

As one of my old friends said, "We are rapidly becoming an endangered species."

Joan and H e r b Cassidy sent, " W i s h i n g you every h a p p i n e s s this HoUday S e a s o n . " M a r i e and L a r r y L a w r e n c e , "It has taken three w e e k s to c o m e d o w n to earth after our 'Eightieth Year Celebration.'

Y o u ' l l h a v e to be at the 9 0 t h . " Paul D i m b e r g : " M y best to y o u . . . a n d the w h o l e C l a s s . " Muriel and C h u c k J e n k i n s fill us in on their n e w s : Our new address is: 1312 Estates Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533. Muriel was reluctant to move, but has adjusted well to retirement and to always having Chuck around the quarters. We're most comfortable in a retirement complex near the Travis AFB, where we enjoy the full health care provided by the Air Force hospital. There is no cooking requirement, but we keep our bar open. With limited vision, Muriel anticipates problems with the DMV, but we have a scenic view and make new friends daily by sitting with a new couple at every dinner. This we like, but it strains the memory of names and faces.

Muriel and Chuck Jenkins F r o m H e r b Kriloff: With the first days of summer in the land "Down Under," (Yarra, Australia) the temperature is 35 degrees Celsius! We've spent much of 1998 traveling to Fiji and then New Zealand. In May, 1 went to see the outback of Australia, while Dagmar stayed home.

Camels, dust and flies are not her cup of tea. See you at the Sixtieth!

F r o m Lois and Pres S h a m e r , "We are off to the E a s t e m Caribbean in January for a

cruise in YORKTOWN CLIPPER. H a v e a n e w year."

Pres and Lois Shamer Vina and H e n r y A d a m s write, " M a y the peace and goodwill of Christmas be with you throughout the c o m i n g year."

N e w s from Giimy and J i m Dimford: The first half of the past year, we were on a World Cruise from Rome to San Francisco. It took 64 days and we visited 21 ports; almost half of which were new to us.

In March, we will visit South America on a cruise around Cape Horn. At this, Ginny says, "Once a sailor, always a sailor."

G e n e and T o m M u r p h y write: We struggle on as we look forward to the 60th. We will see you then. Gene's fingers are numb, thanks to chemotherapy and Tom's hands are arthritic; but, we think of you often and wish we could be together.

F r o m A n n e and Stan Kerkering: The highhght of the year was our threeweek trip to France this past September. We spent five days in Paris and then drove a rental car to San Rafael, where we had a villa for three weeksâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;overlooking the beautiful, blue Mediterranean. We are still happy with our lifestyle at Tidepointe, our retirement place. We enjoy bridge, poker (for Stan), the spa, 'happy hour' with singing, reading, knitting and artwork; so, life is good.

Kathy and Skeet B e m i s : We celebrated our 59th wedding aimiversary in June and Skeet turned 82 years-old.

We are mindful of our own mortality, as we attend more frequent memorial services for our friends who have passed away.

Betty and M u r r a y F r a z e e write, "See you at the Reunion in ' 9 9 . In the m e a n t i m e , follow our m o t t o â&#x20AC;&#x201D; H a n g in there."

M a r y Lou and Sy Sugg: All's well here. M.L. stays with the management of our apartment building. I'm writing a little and transcribing oral history interviews with naval and marine officers.

Marjorie and Fred Corle send, "Every good wish for the c o m i n g year."

A r e y o u a m e m b e r of t h e Robert Means Thompson Society? P l e a s e call J e n n i f e r J o h n at the N a v a l A c a d e m y P l a n n e d G i v i n g Office to d i s c u s s membership (410-293-1939).

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Marjorie and Fred Corle Polly and H o w i e T h o m p s o n w e r e , "thrilled and chilled and then killed by the N a v y fumble in the A / N g a m e . " Pat and B e n Jarvis write: There is no light at the end of the mimel for Pat. On the other hand, Ben has problems with hypertension (low blood pressure) but is still housekeeping and gardening. To live in a state (California) where one can have four seasons in one day, remains a bargain and a great blessing.

S t e w M o r e d o c k (with J o y c e ) enclosed a picture of Susan and B e n F i s c h e r holding a plaque that they received for their long, efficient and gracious service in organizing luncheons for ' 3 9 e r s in the San Francisco B a y area. T h e plaque w a s presented to them on 11 D e c e m b e r at the San D i e g o Yacht C l u b . It is cleverly designed and m a d e by B e n Jarvis, using an old h o r s e s h o e and a discarded knife and fork. T h e m o i m t i n g was a real challenge to B e n , w h o will h a n g it on the wall of his den.

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and Bev and Bill Worden. This group of Bay Area '39ers participate, off and on, in the four luncheons held per year. We join in sending the Washington contingent our warmest regards.

Pat and Don Furlong: "Looking forward to the Sixtieth."

Ben Fischer and Ben Jarvis Betty and John Guerry: "We're planning on being at the Sixtieth Reunion. I hope the attendance is good, despite the thinning of our ranks."

Peg and Jim Glennon, "...and every good wish for a New Year of happy days."

Ronnie and Paul Loustaunau, "Best wishes for a great '99. We look forward to many get-togethers during the year."

Ann and Blackie Weinel, "Time flies; life goes on; good health is everything."

Gloria and Norm Bennett, "Wishing you a New Year filled with happiness."

Grant Rogers sent a hand-painted, dark blue card, which shows, in silver, a star and three small guys riding camels. The inscription on the card says, "And the wise seek the wise, and it did come to pass.

Noel."

Lillian and Joe Vasey: LiUian, after two years, still has not recovered from her second hip surgery. I still keep my hand in Pacific Forum. The future of our country, on the global scene, is worrisome, to say the least. Rocks and shoals lie ahead with no real navigator aboard and our national leadership is self-destructive.

There's a great shortage of Republicans in this 50th State, so much so that they had to sail in some fellows to chair the campaign for their Ueutenant governor candidate, who almost wonâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but not quite.

From Charlotte and Dave Bill, "ADM David Bill, HI '66 has retired! David, IV, is in his second year at Hampden-Sydney."

Tom Bell, " I hope your holiday season is filled with lots and lots of happiness."

Carlos Albert's granddaughter, Christina, writes their family letter and reports: Mom Maritze and Pop Mike Rudden (Tom Rudden's son) celebrated their 25th anniversary by spending two weeks at Petit St. Vincent, an exclusive island resort in the Caribbean, where guests can run around in the nude on their private beach. It's mortifying to have parents engaged in such behavior. But, don't worry. I've given them a stern talking-to. And, Granny Rudden (Betty) stayed with us for Thanksgiving.

Ben Fischer submitted the names of those who attended the '39 Christmas lunch on 11 December at the St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco. They were: Dick Dressling, Helen Eddy, Mary Jane and Pete Ehrman, Marion Gumee, Alexandra and John Hodapp, Dorothy Lewis, Joyce and Stew Moredock, Peg Palus, Chris Scott, Ursula and Herm Spector, Polly and Howie Thompson, Peggy and Ted Ustick, Shipmate, March 1999

Pat and Don Furlong Penny and Stan Hindman: Enjoyed your Clinton/woodshed cartoon.

I remember losing a Classmate in otir Second Class Year. He got a property pass to take his radio for repair, but instead, loaned it to his date. And so, he was bounced. Different time/different standards.

Doc Abbott, in his annual 4,000-word Christmas letter, writes: It's an even year, so there's no apology due if you stop reading it and try for two points by tossing it into the wastebasket.

But first, was my Eightieth Birthday Caperâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;an 'Affair to Remember.' Then, as my role as Sixth Fleet Band's new vocalist, wearing a bushy gray wig and shades. I sang my carefully rehearsed, "Ode to Caloosahatchee." This was followed by "Abbott's got the O.T.C." (in honor of his son, Steve Abbott '66's getting his fourth star and being relieved as Commander of the U.S. Sixth Fleet) Recognized, despite Doc's disguise, Steve bounded up on the stage and shouted, "I yield! I yield!" Much more followed, with Doc making it to the Tailhook reunion in Reno and managing to make three trips to Washington/Annapolis as a newly appointed member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association's Board of Governors.

Steve and Doc Abbott Yesterday, 1 ran into Willy Stiles, (looking vitally healthy), at the Commissary. He told me of Ed Aiken dying of anemia on 26 December Ed was a faithful attendee of '39 events and was well-liked by the gang in Washington. He will be sorely missed!

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Pres: CAPT William M. Carpenter, USN (Ret.) 1119 Aquia Drive, Stafford, VA 22554 Sec'y: CAPT Jacob V. Heimark, USN (Ret.) 410 Old Gulph Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Corr. Sec'y; CAPT Edward C. Sledge, USN (Ret.) 932 Shetland Court, McLean, VA 22102 Once again, it is time to bring you news and comment on what '40 is doing. Without the steady support and help, not only from active Class stalwarts, but also from so many in the '40 family who have provided me with material to help make the column interesting and alive, could this happen.

A bright spot has been the increased input from places far from the East Coast. An example where many took part, was the organizing and running of the April '98 Hawaii Reunion. Their efforts are what made this event such a big success. We have Johnny Lacouture to thank for pushing this good idea to fruition.

The pictures you send in add greatly to both the interest in and meaning of the written word. Another big plus, has been the considerable improvement in the quality and the usability of the pictures. Faces now fill far more of the pictures.

The big events to report about this holiday season, at least in the Washington area, were the formal dinner dance at the Bethesda Naval Hospital Club and the year end; and Classmates, wives and widows luncheon at the Army-Navy Country Club.

The black tie dinner dance, where a dozen or so classes participate, was attended by Betty Bowell, Mary and Bill Carpenter, Julianne and Ted Hill, Virginia Trimble and Joe Weber from '40. Those there reported having a good time. Even though Virginia Trimble needs a walker, she and Joe were able to dance one number We are all proud of your "don't give up the ship" spirit, Virginia. Keep it up.

Art Berndtson, Betty Bowell, Maxine Brown, Betty and Julian Burke, Mary and BilU Carpenter, Elouise and John Chase, Tab Collins, Helen D'Arezzo, Lu and Paul Desmond, Mary Anne and Phil Eckert, Jo Gray, Chris and Mike Hanley, Joan Healey, Dick Heath, Betty and Jake Heimark, Ruth Henry, Julianne and Ted Hill and granddaughter, Stephanie Whisenhutt, Sis and John Lacouture, Helen Longino, Helen Maulsby, Jack Newbould, Charlotte and Pat Patterson, Rorence and Bill Roseborough, Bill Scott, Betty and Harv Seim, Mary and Ed Sledge, Harry Stirling, Bette Ann Taylor, Bob Triplett, Penny and Hugh Vickery, Dee Winters and daughter, Debbie.

For this busy season of the year there was a big tumout. With nearly 50 in attendance, there was opportunity to visit with long time friends and exchange greetings and best wishes. Enjoy these pictures of

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this event. We did miss participation from Classmates who live in Annapolis and other outlying areas. Anyone within 100 miles of the ANCC can, even during short winter days, drive up in the morning and get back home before dark. And for the next joint luncheon, to be held on 12 May at the Army Navy Country Club, a daytime round trip will be a snap. Start planning now to join the '40 family for this fun reunion as a warm-up for our 60th next year.

Ted Rodgers, Phil Glennon, Marguerite Rodgers and Chariotte Patterson

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society? Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

Bill Carpenter, Helen D'Arezzo and Penny Vickery

Florence and Bill Roseborough and Ruth Henry

For you who have never been to Castine, now is the right time to plan to come. For those with teen age or even younger grandchildren, bring with you a couple or more. Last year the Bundys enjoyed having eight grandchildren there. Above is a picture showing a couple boatioads of picnickers unloading at the picnic site.

This inexpensive fun holiday, from 27 June to 8 July, with friends you have known for years, will bring you pleasure. And your grandchildren will have a different, really fun time of then- lives, enjoying experiences ranging from golf to boating, to just "hanging out," or getting ready for the 4th of July parade. Hardly any supervision of children is needed in this small, interesting Maine town. And if watching over them is too much for you, bring a parent or two along to do that.

Harry Fischer writes as follows: Your thoughtful tribute to Bill Caspar! in the December 1998 issue of Shipmate prompts this letter. In March 1968 I was relieved as CO of SAINT PAUL ( C A - 7 3 ) and

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reported for duty as Commander, Recruit Training Command, San Diego. The Commander, Naval Training Center, San Diego since November 1967 was RADM Allen A. Bergner. His command included, in addition to the Recruit Training Command, the Service School and Administrative Commands. Due to the Vietnam build-up, the Naval Training Center was at near capacity, training approximately 11,000 recruits per month. It had been a long-cherished goal to have a flag officer command the Naval Training Center and, to my knowledge, Al was the first of only three flag officers to command the Center in its illustrious 75 year long history.

My recollections are many and pleasurable, but to sum them up, my memory of Al's tenure was that he invigorated the Center by his energetic and innovative leadership. He instituted programs focused directly on individual sailors and the civilian personnel. If you will recall, Al in his football playing and wrestling days at the Academy, he had considerable energy and focus. At the Center, he devoted many hours to seminars on leadership and inaugurated indoctrination by the Center Commander of the officers, senior enlisted personnel and key civilians assigned to responsible leadership billets.

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hosted by Al and his lovely wife, Jayne. I am sure that he had a great deal to do with my being ordered as his relief, when he was detached in October 1969. He certainly was responsible for making my penultimate Navy tour both rewarding and personally enjoyable.

In April 1994, Flossie and I had a delightful luncheon reunion with Jayne and Al on the Eastem Shore of Virginia where they have lived for many years. We have kept in touch via Christmas cards and we are distressed to learn that Jayne's health has deteriorated due to Parkinson's disease. As you know from Bill Carpenter's letter in a recent issue of Shipmate, Al devotes his full time and energy to her care.

I am delighted to have this opportunity to express my personal appreciation to Al and Jayne and to acknowledge and thank him for his inspiring and considerate professional example.

You have just read a beautiful account that provides another good example of one Classmate working directly under the leadership of another The message that comes through so clearly in this story is what superb naval officers Al Bergner and Harry Fischer were. "Superachievers" describes them very well. We of '40 are very proud of both of you.

Thank you Harry for giving us this fine example of another '40 member working for a Classmate while on active duty. That this experience turned out to be a career highlight is not a surprise. If others of you have had similar experiences, please send an account of them to either Ed Sledge or me.

Harry Fischer and Al Bergner

Thanks go to Anne Graziano for our feature story this month. It is about the late Frank Graziano's many faceted, highly successful, interesting career Frank stood number three in our Class and, on graduation, was awarded the following prizes: the James Edward Palmer Prize for Proficiency in Practical Steam Engineering; The Sons of Revolution Prize for Excellence in Practical Ordnance and Gunnery; Fleet Reserve Association Award for having the Best Officer-Like QuaHties; Highest in Conduct and Aptitude, (a Sword); and a letter from Superintendent of the Naval Academy, RADM Wilson Brown '02, recognizing his officer-like qualities.

His first three years were spent at sea on PHILADELPHIA. Then, in 1943 he was ordered

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He put this training to good use as Ship Repair and Construction Superintendent and Docking Officer at the now-defunct Brooklyn Naval Shipyard. This was followed by duty at the Naval Academy as instmctor and Head of Third Year Engineering. His last active duty assignment, from 1952-1955, was in the Bureau of Ships, where he went from Head of the Landing Ship Department to Head of Machinery, where he co-led the Navy's first effort in Value Engineering.

Resigning as commander at the end of 1955, Frank continued his successes in the world of business. His first position was with Monarch Machine Company of Sidney, OH, as Vice President of Manufacturing and a Board Director After seven years there, his next career stop was at Continental Copper and Steel Corp., in New York for a year before shifting jobs to American Can Co., where he moved up to be the Corporate Senior Vice President. In 1969, Crompton and Knowles chose Frank to be their President, CEO and Chairman, positions he held until his retirement from the world of business in 1985.

During his time as CEO, he transformed this company from a maker of looms to one that manufactured chemicals, plastic machinery, flavors, fragrances and dye stuffs.

Among awards which Frank received were an Honorary Doctorate degree from Webb Institute of Technology for his outstanding achievements. Later he became Chairman of the Board of Tmstees of this top-rated school that specializes in Maritime Engineering Design. After Frank's death, Webb honored him by dedicating the school's First Terrace to his memory. Throughout his career, Frank always found time to support worthy charitable and community projects.

Here follow Anne's thoughts about her husband: The searing pain of loss remains with me still. We shared an all consuming love and a relationship few are privileged to enjoy.

As a result, he left me with enough love in my heart to last a lifetime. Thank you for wanting to write a feature story about him.

Frank was a man of vision and brilliance.

Those gifts combined with his character, integrity and capacity for working until the job was done, enabled him to achieve his goals. Every time I open his desk drawer (now mine) I see an excerpt from a monograph by Disraeli; "Life is too short to be small." Frank really lived by this. As a result he was a very large man, unassuming, considerate and generous. After Frank retired in 1985 we had wonderful years of travel. From the Amazon to Zanzibar, Bombay to the Great Wall. We had family trips and were even able to take our grandchildren on a special trip. Golf was a favorite pastime that we shared along with bridge and the sheer pleasure of enjoying every moment we were blessed to have been allotted.

The best way for me to honor Frank's memory is to live each day as he would have. He was a devoted churchman and the new library at St. Rose School will be the Frank J. Graziano Library. Before he died we had the great pleasure of establishing the Frank J. Graziano Research Grant at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital in New York, devoted expressly to Multiple Myeloma research.

Thank you, Anne, for giving all of us in the '40 family an insight into the life of this very special Midshipman, naval officer, businessman, good citizen, and loyal friend.

Art Varnum reports that there was a raucous Army-Navy Game party in California (where else?) attended by about 200 fans, from both the Army and Navy.

Art and Caryl have been chosen to be the "foster parents" of this group, with Art known as "Dad." Press and TV reports were that "Dad" did all the requisite pushups-a total of 84. As he finished his last 30 and stood up, the photographers got a good shot of him wearing his sweatshirt embossed with the Class motto "Only 40 is 4.0."

Looks as if this Classmate of ours on the West Coast had his aging switch tumed off many years ago. Thanks, Art, for representing our Class so ably and well.

Above is a picture of 41 members of the Eldo Bergman family taken shortly before Eldo died. In addition to those shown, there were about a dozen grandchildren who missed being there for this picture.

to MIT for graduate training in engineering.

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Tommie, thanks for the picture. The whole '40 family is proud to honor you and the fine family you and Eldo raised. Do continue to keep in touch.

Rose Michaelis has recently moved to: Manor Care Nursing Center, 550 South CarUn Springs Road, Arlington, VA 22204.

Her family reports that the best way to give her support is to write her a card or note to let her know you care. The message will be given her at the best time.

The Ted Hill's are now on email. Their address is TedjuUe@worldnet.att.net. Cary Hall is at: caryhhall@juno.com —Jake Only '40 is 4.0

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Chnm & Sec'y: CAPT Victor Delano, USN (Ret) 5610 Wisconsin Avenue, Apt # 1409 Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4439 h: 301-215-7532 e: Vdelano@aol.com Paula Conrey, the daughter of our Classmate, Charles Paul Conrey, was bom 16 days before her father died on 26 December 1943 off New Britain, and never got to know him. She is most anxious to leam more about him from friends and Classmates. If any of you would like to share your remembrances with Paula, either get in touch with her at: steveinsurrey® juno.com, or with me. 1 am sending her a copy of Pablo's write-up in our Lucky Bag because she does not have a copy. Any other ideas?

Of a different sort, can you believe that the Class of '43 is really looking for some 3rd Batt upperclassman who might have been on the receiving end of a bucket of water in the spring of 1940? Knowing how well behaved all our Goalkeepers were, I caimot believe it was anyone from oiu" Class. Take a look at the Class of '43 column this month to see what this is all about. Such shenanigans never went on in the 4th Batt!

In order to avoid the trauma of putting up a Christmas tree. Mil and Bill Jones made a week-long cmise over the holidays with some other ex-Naval aviators that started and ended in Fort Lauderdale. Maybe more about this later Dick Wright has reappeared with the following interesting letter about China: Just in case any of our Classmates want to make a tourist trip to someplace especially worthy, but can't make up their minds as to where, here is another recommendation from your Class vagabond. I'm there now..-Huang Shan, China, about 200 miles WSW of Shanghai.

Huang Shan is a mountain, actually the principal one of a very rugged mountainous area covering about 250 square miles.

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6 or 8 hotels (from deluxe to quite simple), well laid out and constructed concrete and stone paths (no roads), and many excellent vantage viewpoints. What's to do? Look!

The scenery is breathtakingly spectacular and beautiful.

These mountains were formed by cnistal movements followed by glaciation, leaving fantastic rock formations, weird shapes, columns, spires, slabs, faces, crevasses, ridges and peaks. Amongst all this, are crystal ponds, hot springs, waterfalls, and clouds ...wispy tendrils, to solid seas of clouds out of which arise crags and castles of rocks. This is the region which, along with that of the great Umestone karsts (sic) on the Li River just below Guilin, inspired the predominate Chinese art form, the painting of cloud enshrouded pinnacles.

Here now, I hike about to various vantage viewing points, generally picking my directions and destinations so as to maximize the effects of simUght and shadow on the rock formations. Every view, every sight is a treasure—spectacular, unforgettable, magnificent.

But, everything here is steep. The developed area at the top is not simply a lovely flat plateau. The paths are steep. For the most part, so steep that they are mostly steps. Steep, steep, steep...! reconmiend it only for those with strong hearts and good legs. But, oh, dear God, it is beautiful.

There are some concrete and stone pathways up to the top area from the bottom.

But, I think only youngsters would use them...steep, steep, steep. Practically everyoneridesup and down in one of the three cable cars.

Well now, if I've got any takers, here is a bit about how to get there. But first, get a typhus shot and take a course of piUs for hepatitis.

First, I entered China at Hong Kong, spent a couple of days there, then went by train to Hangzhou. After a couple of days at Hangzhou, I went by bus to Tunxi, and again by bus to Tangkou. That's where one enters the park and gets the cable car to the top. From there, you walk. (In getting to bus stations, down below, people in your hotel will put you in a taxi or a pedi-cab and tell the driver where to take you.)

Or, one could take a train from either Hong Kong or Beijing to Tunxi. (Tunxi isn't shown on most maps, as it is a section of the city of Huang Shan, about thirty miles south of the mountain.) Also, there is an airport at the city of Huang Shan; I expect you could fly there from Hong Kong, Beijing or Shanghai.

Probably the best thing for anyone who is not experienced and familiar with traveling by himself, on his own, in China, would be to join a tour offered by some dependable tour company in the US. If not that, he could buy a tour from the Chinese Travel Service (CTS) in Hong Kong or Beijing or (probably) Shanghai.

It's hard not to become emotional about Huang Shane. I find myself frequentiy saying, or thinking, "Dear God, thank you for creating a place of such beauty. And, thank you for permitting me to see it."

Dick accompanied his letter with a beautiful color postcard of the scenery he described but, unfortunately, there is no Classmate in the picture as Shipmate

requires, and without the color, too much would be lost. Thanks, Dick. If you are scaling those steep, steep, steep places, you must be in great shape.

Dick's letter is a reminder that East Carolina University is the official repository of the Class of 1941 papers. Although he has retired from full time duties at the Joyner Library at ECU, Don Leimon is still the one there who keeps an eye on the maintenance of our records. Whenever you are anywhere near Greenville, NC, and have a bit of time, Don would be glad to welcome you to the library and give you an interesting tour of its collection. Visits by '41ers are most welcome and, furthermore, they show our interest and appreciation for what the Ubrary has done and is doing in our behalf.

Since the usual monthly lunch in the San Diego area was not scheduled over the Christmas season, Sidonia and Bill McReynolds invited the regulars over for drinks and a buffet supper Those attending were Jack Bennett, Jean and Dave Byrd, June and Cliff Lenz, Lucy and RoUo Rieve, Elaine and Malcolm Wolfe and Red West. All had a good time, a good dinner and, naturally, the best company.

One of our Class authors has published another book. One Step—Two Step, by Mac McLellon, is described as a saga of black and white conflict and adaptation in West Virginia 1865-1870 and is a sequel to his earUer book. Leather and Soul. I have read the latter, and it was good reading. I am starting the new book shortiy, and probably will have finished it by the time this column appears. Both are available from Butternut Press, PubUshers: 1913 Winnebago Trail, Fem Park, FL 327303015; wally79497@msn.com.

Out in Hawaii, Ace Clark has been working the past year with other harbor users in monitoring master plans which threaten deep sea access. Pau, along with seven other artistically accomplished ladies, has been roving in the Islands. They've been painting together for many years had a beautiful showing of their paintings. In the meantime, work goes on toward our 60th in Annapolis in 2001 with Rusty Crenshaw at the helm. In addition to many others who are helping Rusty, Sheldon Kinney has taken over management of a diimer cmise that will be one of the occasion's highlights.

March is supposed to come in like a lion and here is the roaring contingent from our Class: Einstein, Henneberger, Rieve, Rush, Searle, Sweeny and Dick Wright.

In case you wondered, their birthstone is the aquamarine, which signifies courage; while the flower for March, is either the jonquil or the daffodil! The Presidents who shared March with our fine Classmates were: James Madison, Andrew Jackson, John Tyler and Grover Cleveland. So, let the rest of the pride give a goodly roar for our March Classmates.

Shipmate, March 1999

More and more of us are getting into the email business: John Doherty's address is: jdoherty41 @aol.com; Lou Edwards' changed address is: Louige@aol.com; Erling Hustvedt's is: ehustvedt@aol.com, and Gray Strum's is: KTPP61A Šprodigy, com. One of these days I shall give you a complete email listing. Frank Cuccias has a new area code: 228.

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Regular Membership: 38% Life Membership: 43%

Pres: CAPT James D. Small, USN (Ret) Secy: CDR R. S. Day, USN (Ret) 2426 Chestnut St., Falls Church, VA 22043-3052 We close out 1998 with a wrap-up of the Class Christmas Luncheon held in Annapolis on 9 December at the Wyndham Garden Hotel, the site of our 60th Reunion. The food and the venue were both excellent, so we should have a great get-together. Under Max Duncan's cool hands, 62 enjoyed the camaraderie and a choice of chicken dijormaise or grilled salmon jardiniere.

Gathering were Trilby and Max, Joan and Dick Curtis, Edie and Frank O'Brien, Tex Winslow, Peggy and Jim Small, Ann Beale, Hap Day, Yvonne Padget, Nancy and Bill Morrow, Peggy and Buzz Betzel, Bob Connor, Barbara and Dale Reed, Marian and Bill Montgomery, Rufe Porter, Vira Schoenfeld, Ruth and Jack Gommengenger, Jack IVIitcbell, Sunshine Payne, Shirley and Harry Kelley, Rita and JT Hill, Muff and Norm Nash, Peg and Jake Glick, Ruth Opp, Anne and Bill Richardson, Cindy and Jack James and daughter Jackie, Kay Cole, Patricia and Swabo Rawson, Rene Griffith, Maggie Liz and Bob McWethy, Anne and Layton Allen, Betts and Bill Divine, Irene and Mac MacKown, Betty and Jack Crawford, Ray Wilhite, Martha and Pappy Sims, and Giimie and Tom Smith.

The next big social event is the aimual Sweetheart Luncheon at Ft. Meyer on 11 February to be followed on 20 April by the 17th Annual USNA 42 Mary E. Hill Memorial Golf Tournament at Quantico. Once again a rain date of 21 April has been designated, but is to be used only in the event of tidal wave, disastrous flood, hurricane, or natural disaster. JT has sent flyers to all known participants; past and present.

Should anyone desire to be included who has not received a flyer, call JT at 703-221-3490.

A shipmate wants to replace his wife's 1942 Miniature Ring and will pay fair market value to anyone wishing to dispose of one. Call 619-2701942 if you can help. As a matter of interest.

Tiffany disposed of the molds for our Class rings many years ago when they decided not to continue bidding on the Academy rings. They had designed and made rings for West Point for many years before undertaking ours and were the originator of the curved wedding bands to accommodate the heavier miniature. While these proved to be quite popular with the ladies, the original design was made for a West Point bride who had had her hand crushed in an accident.

Buzz Betzel is the recipient of a unique honor.

A Marine feature on the Antarctic Peninsula has been named Betzel Cove. The cove is in Wylie Bay at 64 degrees, 43 minutes South and 64 degrees, 12 minutes West in the vicinity of our Marine Biology Center on the Antarctic Peninsula called Palmer Station. This is in Shipmate, March 1999

recognition of his years with the National Science Foundation, 1974-1986, when he served as Ocean Project Manager for the Office of Polar Programs.

Ray Miller checked in from El Segundo, CA, to report in spite of three hip replacements and a back problem which have left him on crutches, he keeps up with the Southern California Class activities and even enjoyed watching the Army/ Navy game. A positive spirit can overcome lots of difficulties. Ted Balis has advised that the Tidewater classmates once again gathered at Mary and Bill Vose's home for another wonderful Army/Navy game party. They celebrated the early Navy success and have dismissed the latter part in favor of looking to next year. The rooters included Peggy Norman, Ted Balis, Margot Bamhardt, Jean and Bob Brown, Dee and Harry Clark '43, Doris and Frank Dunham, Mary Lee and Dick Lowe, Mary and Bob McGrath, Buck Buhrer, Ace Mullen, Joyce and Bill Simmons, Mary and Bill Vose, Quint and Margaret Pierce, Margo Babb ('35), Jeannette and Roy Werthmuller, and Doris and Carlos McCullough '47.

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Quint and Margaret Pierce Doc Robinson, who has changed his name back from "Walt" after retiring as a paper salesman viz stocks, bonds and mutual funds, has provided a strong rational for enjoying his recent move to the outskirts of Charleston, SC, "a fun place to be, with lots of action."

This is a report on our family move from Chevy Chase, MD, to Charleston, SC, or more accurately Mount Pleasant, a place cited by quaUfied and certified experts as the finest in South Carolina.

If you are thinking about moving, think!

After scribing 150 address changes and horsing around 250 boxes, the move caused trauma, headache, leg ache and close to a lifestyle change, hut it was worth it! (For psychology buffs, the truth comes after the "but.")

It is stimulating to eye all these pretty local females prancing around in their brief shorts. Cars are loaded with bicycles and surfboards. The beach is 15 minutes away and strange to say, many locals have nearby beach houses too, maybe to impress friends and occasional enemies. Signs of the times are license plates reading HAVEFUN and WKEND. This is in contrast to Washington, D.C, where a plate offered a guaranteed predictionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;DEATH. My accurate people poll, as opposed to the political junk, says everyone likes it here. Not a single negative vote. They even have a lively group of halfbacks. These are people from the Northeast who moved to Florida, didn't like it and came halfway back to Charleston. There are plenty of medical types stranded here who graduated from the local Medical University of South Carolina and can't abandon their living in fun (not sin). Also, the Naval Hospital is around the corner. Distances are so short that 20 minutes gets you to any far flung outpost. The Air Force base has a full plate of facilities and 57 jumbo jets which will hopefully whisk you to Frankfort sans hassle.

I refuse to be called cheap, but a few prices are pertinent. Homes are 60% of the 67

cost of big city enclaves. Haircuts cost $9.

The local China Royal has a tab of $20 for two adults and a small monster for a served Chinese dinner with three glasses of wine.

After dining, the doggy bag is more than enough for an extra meal. The various meals therefore cost $3.33 each, according to my magnificent mathematical mind. In spite of a tiny age gap, the three-year-old disturber is moving along atflankspeed and keeping everyone else busy, distracted and delighted. Nothing compares to being a dinosaur daddy.

The reason I no longer qualify as a miserly misfit is because I have changed. For example, in my early years, I left a posh London hotel bar at the Regency. I paid the two shillings bar bill as presented. As I left the crowded lounge, the bartender's voice boomed loud and clear, "That's exactly right, sir!"

People here are funny. They won't honk if you are slow to take a green light. They give way to my seven-year-old Lincoln as if it were a Rolls. Also, speaking of people, the thought goes to human resources. For $10 to the local Chamber of Commerce, you receive an inch-thick book of local action covering 1,000 organizations ranging from animal lovers to Zulu dance aficionados. Ordinary citizens are also there, the Lions, Rotary and Naval Academy clubs.

At the last meeting of '40 Canoe-U worthies, I am proud to report receiving a deserved honor. I was proclaimed the earliest (not oldest) class member to attend. Jim Osborn was not there to compete with me.

Jim is moving along and is healthy. He ought to be, he works out six days a week, but never on Sundays.

I want to wish all you hard working and dedicated armchair retirees the best and end with some sage advice: stay alive, well, and well off.

Winn Esler is probably a neighbor of Doc's. She has sold their dream home and moved to a retirement place; 937 Bowman Road, Apt. 343, Mt. Pleasant 29464, just three minutes from the nursing home where Cliff is living with Alzheimer's. Winn sees him every day and he still knows her, but not much else; "a sorry way to spend one's Golden Years."

As soon as Peggy and Bunky Herndon had devoted three days to stamping a retum address, gluing stamps and addresses on envelopes, folding and stuffing the updates into 444 envelopes and shepherding them to the post office, changes began artiving.

Peggy Tofalo has moved to a new apartment, #167, at Vinson Hall. Beverly and Bill Robie are living in a retirement home in the same city as their former dwelling.

The new address is 986 Kirkville Way, Lakeside, IL 60045. Their phone number did not change: 847-234-8891. As a followup to last month's report, Noni and Bill Kigerl are living at 1 Fleet Landing Blvd., Atiantic Beach, FL 32222-4599. Gladys Wheldon now lives at 15451 SE Woodland Hgts. Rd., Amity, OR 97101-2105. John Lindbeck has a new email address: lindbeck@open.org.

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and Wilma Brafford have moved or died.

Muff Borop, Jim's lovely wife, died on 4 December after a long illness and was interned in Arlington Cemetery on 16 December Piet Hinkamp died on 10 November 1998.

Bob Reilly's grandson, a senior at Colby College, has been awarded a Rhodes scholarship.

If you lived in the Third Batt in the spring of 1940, or had any reason to have been an observer of the Navy goat at that time, you might check the Class of '43 column and possibly embellish Jack Van Ness's '43 account.

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But, I was already a Midshipman in the U.S. Navy. Out of uniform\ I had only a white Palm Beach suit and all-white shoes.

Therefore, for over four days, I went to all formations, marched down halls, squared comers, etc., wearing my all-white civilian Palm Beach suit.

I really stood out\

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Pres: CAPT E. A. Robie USN (Ret) 2111 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401 h:410-224-0850 Sec'y: CAPT "Jack" Van Ness, Jr., USN (Ret) 7108 Broxburn Dr., Bethesda, MD 20817 h:301-320-4564; w:202-357-3762 e: Jvanness43@aol.com Class phone: 888-535-4564; f:301-320-9123 Our Most Outstanding Plebe Webster defines the word "outstanding" as "prominent," or "conspicuous." This certainly applies to the following story sent in by our Classmate, John Nichols, who wrote: I was the most outstanding Plebe in the Class of 1943. As you will recall, the induction process at the USNA went like this: At the first of the week, a large group of 'inductees-to-be' would report. They would undergo a physical exam. A couple of days later, those passing would assemble in Memorial Hall for a formal and memorable swearing-in ceremony.

During my physical exam, a minor discrepancy appeared in a lab report. I was told to come back in three days. I did, and the discrepancy had cleared up. I passed. However, the formal ceremony for my group had already been held the day before. I was, therefore, sent alone to the office of the captain of Bancroft Hall. He received me in an informal manner, with the intent to swear me in, in his office. He pulled from his desk drawer the text of his speech and started to read. After thefirsttwo sentences, he stopped and said: 'you read it; sit down.'

He handed the papers to me. I dutifully read them and returned the papers to him. / was now a Midshipman in the United States Navy!

The captain then commanded: 'Go immediately to the Midshipmen Store and draw your uniforms.' Then, an anguished look came across his face. He snapped his fingers and said: 'The Store is closed for inventory.' He then called the Store and was told that 1 could not be accommodated. It was Friday; the Store would also be closed all weekend!

The captain then commanded: 'Go to the Store the first thing Monday morning.' This was followed by: 'Rats! Monday is the Fourth of Julyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a holiday!'

John Nichols in his white civilian suit

John, great story! You traly were (and still are) outstanding!

The Galvani Trip To Britain The following report of a great trip to England came from Helen and Gal Galvani of Virginia Beach: After many years of thinking about it, we finally made our first trip to Britain. We started our month-and-a-half-long visit with eight days in London to see its many magnificent sights, including a boat trip down the Thames to the Naval Observatory at Greenwich. We also managed to trade two of our time-share condo weeks in the States for two in England: One at the Cromer Country Club on England's east coast on the North Sea, and the other at Torquay in Devon on England's southwest coast, their so-called Riviera.

Our travels by rental car took us the length and breadth of England, and also to short stays with friends in Wales and Scotiand. We had to see Boston, England, namesake of Helen's home city, and from which the Pilgrims originally departed for Holland. For the same reason, we visited Plymouth, namesake of my home town in Massachusetts, and from which the Pilgrims finally set sail in the Mayflower for America in 1620. We also spent three days at Oxford to see our granddaughter, who had just started her junior exchange year there.

No visitors were being allowed into the Royal Naval College at Dartmouth, the British Naval Academy, which was under tight security because of the Irish situation.

However, a phone call and my ID card managed to get us in, and we were given an interesting and informative tour by an exchange professor from our own Naval Academy, Rod Tomlinson '59.

Shipmate, March 1999

One of the nicest parts of our trip, was driving through the British countryside and seeing die beautiful green rolling hills with their many pastures and farmlands, all neatly outlined with stone walls or hedge rows, like a patchwork quilt, as well as seeing thousands of peaceful, browsing sheep.

The pubs were a lot of fun too. Their soups were always piping hot, and their food was better than we had expected. The Devonshire cream tea and the Cornish pastries were absolutely delicious!

We spent nearly a dozen nights in B&Bs during our travels. We found them to be clean, reasonably priced, and quite comfortable. They provided an opportunity to meet and exchange ideas and information with other travelers, and all served the same, identical, huge English breakfast.

After driving a couple of thousand miles on the left side of the road and through zillions of traffic circles ("roundabouts' as the British call them) in mostly rainy weather, and without so much as a single fender scratch, I breathed a big sign of rehef when we finally tumed our rental car in at Gatwick airport.

All in all, we had an interesting and enjoyable time. I now jokingly refer to our trip as 'sloshing thru Britain.'

The Galvanis at Greenwich, England Helen and Gal, welcome home! (Are you dried out yet?)

"Dr. Jim" Returns (Weak stomachs should skip this story.)

You will recall our Class has three betterthan-most-of-us "medical doctors," all with on the job medical training. They are: "Dr. Zeke" Zechella, "Dr. Fred" Gressard, and "Dr. Jim" Aller.

Here is the second on the job training experience of "Dr Jim," told in his own words: Our ship was in the North Atlantic, a couple of days out of Ireland, when an appendix was 'hot.' By this time, the Doc had Shipmate, March 1999

trained some of his new help, and all I needed to do was to stand by. After all, I was experienced in the administration of ether. All I did was help when the ship rolled so badly as to nearly dump the patient from the wardroom table (a.k.a. the operating room table), by stuffing his "insides" back inside.

I will never have my appendix removed at sea after observing and assisting in that operation. The Doc resolved to never again do it at sea, at least not in the North Atlantic, but to use ice.

The patient came out fine, and didn't even need to be transferred!

"Dr Jim" says that his two on-the-job medical experiences had almost nothing to do with his choice of doctorate. He earned a doctor of science of biomedical engineering in 1968. Nice going, Jim! More Email Addresses Classmates, here are more email addresses to add to your growing list. Those of us who have email have found that email can make communications with your friends easier and more convenient.

Lou T\ittle—loututtle@aol.com Ken Ruiz—kenmiz@pclv.com Joe Gould (correct)—jgould43@aol.com Frank Ault—whiteyf@erols.com Ed Hitchcock—edhitchcock@pressroom.com Charlie Robison—cdrobison@home.com.

Third Company Dining In Our Class-sponsored Third Company held their fall Dining In on 6 November 1998 and once again graciously invited a number of members and spouses of the Class of 1943 to be special guests at this formal black-tie dinner, held in Hubbard Hall.

Representing the Class were: Patty and Ed Robie, Fran Hudson and Bob Hansen, Eleanor and Dick Lazenby, Jane and Tom McClellan, Wally and Bill Newlon, Jane and Les Heselton, Libby and Jack Logan, Squidge and Dave Holmes, Lanelle and Det Detweiler.

Our Classmates had a wonderful time, greatly appreciated being included in this elegant event, and would like to say: "Thank you. Third Company!"

Third Company Open House On 21 November 1998, the Third Company invited the Class of 1943 to attend an Open House of their living spaces in Bancroft Hall. Attending were: Ed Robie, Geo and Wes Burnett, Squidge and Dave Holmes, and Jack Van Ness.

We were escorted from the Rotunda to the spaces of the Third Company, where refreshments of donuts and orange juice were waiting. We then had a visit to the Third Company Wardroom, followed by visits to several rooms where the Midshipmen live.

Since our Class did not have a Company Wardroom, a few words, sent to us by MIDN Joseph Parker of the Third Company, may be helpful: The purpose of the Wardroom is to improve the quality of life for Midshipmen.

The Wardroom has definitely fulfilled the expectation of bringing Third Company closer together. Of major concem, is the condition of the fumiture in our Wardroom.

From the visit to individual rooms it is clear that they are well designed and efficient, although quite "snug." The bunks are located over the desk. It reminds one of the arrangements in a railroad sleeper car, with the upper bunk being where the Midshipman sleeps, and the space where the lower bunk is located being made into study space, with computer and desk.

From the writer's standpoint, there is a great difference between the modern and well-maintained appearance of the individual rooms and the gmngy and wom fumiture in the Wardroom.

Here is what Wes Burnett says of the visit: I was, as always, impressed with the gentlemanly behavior of the Midshipmen, and their courteous and respectful treatment of the Class of 1943. They deserve our attention and our help and they are most appreciative. Under the circumstances, I think we should endeavor to re-furnish their Wardroom. It would be a display of the comradeship we always associated with our experience in the service.

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I was awestruck at the new air-conditioned rooms they now occupy in old Bancroft. They are fortunate to have such modem quarters. I have no doubt they are a necessary upgrade to a building on its last legs, with its failing plumbing, and very inadequate electric power for the computers, etc. Given their arduous life (compared to college student peers), they deserve this improvement in lifestyle. We certainly lived in a different age, and our visit brought this fact home in a reflective, but not envious way.

Dave Holmes adds: Those who criticize the present state of the fumiture are entirely correct and the decor definitely needs improvement.

The Hardcastles Make It Around The World (In 80 Days!)

From Mary and Bill Hardcastle comes this summary report of their memorable trip around the world westward, beginning in early 1998. Here is their brief report of a great voyage: In January, we boarded SAGA ROSE (re-

centiy SAJAFJDIU) of Cunard) at Lima for a westward bound adventure of 80 days en route to Southampton, England. The itinerary included many ports and countries we had not previously visited. Our stops included: Easter Island, Pitcaim Island, Papeete, Bora Bora, Tonga, New Zealand, Australia, Bali, Java, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India, Yemen, Egypt, the Suez, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, and Spain. It was a great experience. Mary chose the quarters and they were super. We enjoyed shipboard life, the food, the service, the entertaimnent, perfect weather and delightful fellow passengers: 95% British, with 22 black tie evenings!

Bill and Mary Hardcasde Bill and Mary, glad to have you back!

Classmates Meet at the White House Kathleen Sestak, wife of our Classmate, Joe Sestak, sent in this photo of Joe, their son, RADM (Sel.) Joseph A. Sestak, Jr. '74, and our Classmate, Bud Zumwalt. The three were attending a reception at the White House on Veterans Day 1997. Their son was then Director of Defense Policy on the National Security Council at the White House, and is presently Commander, Destroyer Squadron Fourteen. Kathleen reported that it was quite an event, and included the unexpected opportunity for our two Classmates to talk about '43 Classmates and friends.

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Joe Sestak, Jr., Joe Sestak, and Bud Zumwalt share a White House table Another Goat Story!

Our Classmate, Ed Kerr, on hearing about the story of "The Great Goat Kidnapping of 1953" that was in the January/Febmary '99 column, sent in the following story: Tune your memories back to the spring of 1940. It was a warm and lush sunny spring weekend day. Most of our Classmates of the Third Batt were in their rooms, and all but a few of the upper-Classmates were ashore. Our gallant mascot. Bill, was enjoying his "home" in the open space in the center of the Third Batt, sunning himself, stretching his mighty muscles, and thinking deeply (maybe about naimy goats).

Suddenly Spring Madness Takes Over!

For reasons not fully understood, one of our Classmates leaned out of his interior window in the Third Batt and started yelling at Bill. Soon, this first Plebe was joined by another Plebe, then another, and then more.

BiU didn't like the yelling (after all, he was iimocent), and began to run back and forth and butting the walls that enclosed him. After a minute, an upperclassman, annoyed that Plebes were enjoying themselves (not allowed, of cotirse), and fearing that Bill would break his horns, leaned out a window and yelled: ''Rig In Your Gonksl" All was quiet for about two minutes; then the screaming started again. Once again..."Rig In Your Gonks'."

The thirdtimethe upperclassman stuck his head out of the window, he was hit by a wastebasket-fiill volume of water from a window directly above. Then, The Fun Began!

The upperclassman rounded up several of his Classmates, ordered that no Plebe leave his room, and began a search to find the culprit. Every Plebe was questioned, and again and again asked: "Who dumped

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the water?!" No one in our Class admitted knowing anything about anything. We were the dumbest Plebes ever at the Academy.

It was exciting for a while and helped ease the stress of a long Plebe Year. Our beloved mascot survived, and never said anything. And, in respect, he was never teased again.

Classmates/former upperclassmen, do you remember this spring-of-1940 incident? If you do, send in the details.

Polly GUIock Visits France Polly sent in the following summary of a glorious visit to France: On 15 October 1998, I boarded a flight to Paris. After spending three days there, and visiting the Louvre, Notre Dame, taking an evening cruise on the Seine, and visiting the Palace of Versailles, and numerous other sights, the group I was with moved on to Caen to visit the D-Day landing beaches, the Invasion Landings Museum, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery. We then went to St. Milo, into the Loire Valley, where we visited chateaux, saw beautiful tapestries, sampled the wines, and visited the mythical St.Mont/St.Michel hilltop abbey. Then to Rouen, and Chartres with its cathedral with its beautiful stained glass windows. Finally, one more night in Paris, and a retum home after 13 days. It was a very interesting and impressive trip, with the added bonus of meeting some lovely people from various places in the United States, whom I hope to see again.

Polly, sounds like a great trip!

Climbing Ladders As is becoming more apparent, cUmbing ladders (generally to clean the gutters) is risky. We have had too many Classmates and friends fall while doing so, often with really bad results. Please do not mn the risk of falling, listen to your concerned wife and friends, and stay off those laddersl Recentiy Det DetweUer fell from a ladder while cleaning leaves from the gutters of the Detweiler home, and broke his pelvis and wrist. As this is written, Det is recovering from the fall, and he and Lanelle thank their many friends who called and sent cards, but Lanelle has fimily mled that ladders are now completely "out of bounds."

The Travels Of Dick Walker It is always with awe that the yeeuly travels of our Classmate, Dick Walker are reported. He has been everywherel Here is his report for 1998: My travels were somewhat restricted this year, but 1 did get to explore the upper Amazon, to gaze in wonder at the mins of Machu Picchu in Peru, and to cmise the Dnieper River from Kiev to Odessa. However, avoiding extensive stairways is getting to be a challenge, but we will cope.

The problem for the year was the onset of Parkinson's Disease, which I had never heard of, but now regulates much of my activity. However, this problem is largely offset by the generous concem shown by friends and relatives. So, let us all enjoy a fmitful 1999.

Dick, good luck with your medical problem, and please press on!

Shipmate, March 1999

Dick Walker at Machu Picchu A Sea Story Your writer asked our Classmate, Jim Oliver, for a sea story, and here is the interesting tale that resulted: In November 1963, I was relieved as Commander, Destroyer Division 152 in WestPac, with orders to report to the Imperial Defense College in London. (Our National War College was modeled after the IDC.) En route, I joined Mariella, daughter Marijo, and son J.D., at her parents home in Haddonfield, NJ, arriving just in time for the sold-out Army/Navy game in nearby Philadelphia. Having no tickets, I phoned Classmate and good friend. Bill Busik, USNA Athletic Director, and he came through with a pair. Thanks again. Bill!

Harry Lee Arnest, whom Wally describes as a great, hard-working guy. Then, clockwise from Taze Shepard, who stands upper left, are: Al Oberg, Mike Tremain, Bill Godfrey, Jack Barrett, Ponder, Bud McCord, Willis Maxson, and Ralph Leedy. Wally was unable to identify the two young ladies; does anyone recognize them?

A last-minute email from Classmate, Charlie Robison, says the two persons in the Ring Dance photo are Johnny Tazewell and Betsy Taylor, who is now, and has been for the past 56 years, Mrs. John Tazewell.

How about this additional new "mystery photo?"

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Regular Membership: 39% Life Membership: 39%

Pres; CAPT Henry S. Barbour, USN (Ret) Annapolis Rep: CAPT Jack E. Godfrey, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Wynn V. Whidden, USN (Ret.) 6156 Loch Raven Drive, McLean, VA 22101-3132

Then, we all boarded S.S. UNITED STATES,

which held the trans-Atlantic speed record for the fastest ever trip from New York to Southampton, England. You guessed it; we ended up making the slowest crossing the ship ever made! A Nor'caster came up the second day at sea, and a huge wave on the starboard bow smashed into the upper decks. The entire ship shuddered and water began to trickle down the passageways.

It was so rough that nearly everyone got seasick, except Marijo (age 9), and me. We were the only two passengers who showed up in the first class dining room for lunch, where the chains were strapped to the tables, destroyer-style!

Nice going, Jim, and you held fast to one of the mles of the Class: "Never pass up a chance to chow down."

Who?AVhen?AVhere?AVhat?

Classmate, Wally Ponder, sent in identification of all of our Classmates who were in the first three photos of this series.

He reports that the two Classmates in the first photo are Johnny Rowland-Fisher and "S. W." Randolph. In the next photo, is Classmate, Joe Devlin, with an unidentified young lady. The larger photo, he says, was the most fun, as he recognized it as the Hop Committee that put together our memorable Ring Dance on short notice, with limited funds allowed and in mid-winter to boot. He adds that his time on the Hop Committee was one of his great memories of our three years. "1 tried hard never to miss a hop, and the Hop Committee chores and perks made some of those dreary winter nights worth stmggling through."

He recognizes, in the center of the third photo, the Hop Committee Chairman,

by the Board of Trustees in its meeting in December 1998. Approval of Class Presidents as an integral part of the Alumni Association governance infrastructure, is a major step forward to assure that Class thoughts and ideas are heard.

The term of our present Class organization expires on 30 June 1999. The precepts for our Class nominating and election committees have been issued. 1 will keep you up-to-date in future President's Comments.

Don't forget that, as requested in the December 1998 issue of Rover, our Class is refurbishing the Third Company Wardroom.

Annual donations to our Alumni Association should have "1943 Third Company Wardroom" written on the check.

That's '43 Family For Today!

What a handsome couple! Who are they?

An Interesting Dinner The mail brought a letter from Classmate, Jack Barrett, who reported that he and his wife, Joan, Lefty and Billye Lavrakas, Pat and Dale Cox, and Sheryn and Lee Scherer gathered at a neat restaurant next to the Newport Beach (Califomia) Yacht Harbor for a great '43 get-together During the many sea stories. Dale and Jack discovered that both had probably competed for an appointment to the Naval Academy from the same congressman, and both had joined the Naval Reserve as apprentice seamen as another approach.

Further discussion led to the interesting ideas of having a dynamite get-together celebration in Annapolis, perhaps in September (1999) to mark our Sixtieth, repeat Sixtieth, coming together in 1939, and...perhaps, in some way, adopting the Class of 2003, who will enter the Naval Academy 60 years after we did, in addition to sponsoring the Third Company. Classmates, send your thoughts to our Pres, Ed Robie, on these two ideas. Time is short.

President's Comments As stated in my December 1998 issue of Rover, please read about the complete change in the Alumni Association's governance committee in this March issue of Shipmate. These changes were approved

MAIL BAG A long letter, dated 7 November 1998, came from Gage Baker in Australia, where he has lived now for many years. He recalled that he and 1 were together at Marion Military Institute in 1939-40, but never knew each other there. In reminiscing. Gage recalls that he resigned from the Navy in 1954 and went to Seattle, his wife Helen's home town, where his first civilian job was with a firm of naval architects and marine engineers working at Bremerton Naval Shipyard on the "wet accumulator," a new source of steam to propel the steam catapults on air craft carriers. Eventually, the system tested out well with "deadload" catapult shots, and Gage found himself again at sea in SHANGRI-LA as a civilian engineer while many aircraft were launched from the catapults with great success in Califomia waters. While on his next job with the Applied Physics Laboratory of the University of Washington, working on developing sonar devices, he joined the Naval Reserve at his old rank of LT and eventually was promoted to LCDR, at which rank he retired from the Reserve with all the privileges of retirement enjoyed by regular retirees. Gage and Helen took many "space-a" air trips and used the military exchanges the world over, especially on their RV travels in North America while living permanently in Australia. Gage reminded us that he had a stroke in Tucson in early '93 while on his way to attend our 50th Reunion, and therefore did not get all the way there. The effects have lingered and he walks with a cane and types mostiy with his right hand.

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rapid onset and spread of cancer, succumbing to the disease on 20 June 1998 and leaving Gage devastated at the loss of his beloved partner and wife. Gage is now Uving in a hostel community at: Resthaven, 139 Gold Creek Rd., Brookfield, Queensland 4069, Austraha. He will welcome cortespondence from old ftiends.

Bill Burlin wrote Tom Carlin (with a copy to me) to report on the goings-on at the Sub Vets convention in Albuquerque and at our 55th in Annapolis. Bill set up for the submarine SKATE'S dinner on 4 September in the Laguna Room of the Convention Center in Albuquerque. There were 27 diners present for the dinner and all went well. Bill reported he saw only the following '44ers at the convention: Hank Hanssen, Walt Chadwick, Paul Crutchfield, and Lloyd Yeich. There may have been others present, but he presumed that most other submariners had opted to go to the '44 55th instead. Bill went on to give a very thorough description of events at the 55th for Tom's edification, but since we covered the same pretty broadly in the December issue of Shipmate, we will skip a repeat of it here. Maylon Scott reported attending the Army-Navy game Annual "Big Bash" and tailgate thrown by John Strachan. The accompanying picture showed Maylon, John, Bo Coppedge '47, and Snuffy Jackson in appropriate get-ups for the affair. Too bad this happy foursome could not muster five more points for a Navy victory! Maylon added that missing from this year's A/N tailgate were Agnes and Tom Walsh (as we know, Tom passed on) and Jackie and Chuck Schmidt.

At the 55th, the three roommates, Ed Stock. Walt Dixon, and Hugh, with their wives, stayed together at the Comer Cupboard in Annapolis where they had a great time. Bob Wynandus Clack sent in his "book review" of the Recollections and Biographical Notes produced for the 55th.

He also sent his new address, which is not an actual move, but a change from P.O. Box to curb side deUvery: 25329 Canterbury Drive, Lake Wales FL 33853.1 will herewith render a brief summary of his review. If you would like a complete copy, please contact him directly. Clack's approach is to examine the 160 memories for events pertinent to today's world, common threads in the accounts, and cono-adictions. Under MOST PROMINENT memories he found that Lord Louis Mountbatten's address in the mess hall made an enduring impression on many Classmates. Another commonly reported memory was the sermon by Senator Chaplain, Peter Marshall, given in the Chapel on 7 December 1941, delivered before we got word of the attack on Pearl Harbor Others reported their pleasure in academics, sports, hazing (as hazees, but not as hazers), discipline, and glorious "dragging week-ends." "Uncle Beanie" was the most-cited member of the Executive Department. FDR's inaugural parade in 1941 was a well-reported memory. Under MILITARY CAREERS some were outstanding and some mundane. The outstanding ones could make best-selling books. We are not necessarily aU heroes, but no Classmates are known to have avoided going in harm's way. Duty was dangerous, but we were spared from the first year and a half of fighting in WTWII, or our attrition rate would have been much higher Under SUBSEQUENT CAREERS was a broad spectmm; outstanding to ordinary. Achievements may be understated because few wish to be thought guilty of self-puffery. Medicine, publishing, constmction and weapons design are some

Maylon Scott. John Strachan. Bo Coppedge '47, Snuffy Jackson

Hugh Rosania sent us some photos, which we will fit in as possible. First is a good shot of Hugh and Lois in front of Mahan Hall.

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

fields in which Classmates performed with distinction. Under IN RETIREMENT most respondents mention marital status, list their descendants, and mention their hobbies. Golf seems the most popular with tennis a distant second, those who still wield the racket are courting joint degeneration (as attested by the reviewer himself). Under PERCEPTIONS "THEN" AND "NOW" most beUeve tiiat die USNA was tougher and better then than now.

About 20% had reservations about females as Midshipmen or in combat while about 3% either approved or seemed to approve of women in combat. Several expressed concem that the US is not maintaining a credible military posture. Under A PUZZLE the reviewer wonders why about half of the grads still living failed to share their memories with their Classmates. He suggests that everyone has memories and experiences worth sharing, some more than others, to be sure, but still worth sharing.

Only one respondent expressed regret for the Naval Academy experience, while all, the reviewer infers, think that the nation wUl be best served by keeping a credible mihtary posture. Indeed, a prime justification for service academies is to preserve during low stress periods a nucleus of mihtary tradition to be expanded upon in times of emergency. This one purpose alone is enough to make the academies worth the price. The reviewer observes that the pacffic spirit of Woodrow Wilson did not avoid WWl, nor did the rising tide of pacifism stimulated by All Quiet On The Western Front and faith in the League of Nations prevent WM^TI. He says that now comes the sequel to All Quiet and the League of Nations: Saving Private Ryan and the United Nations. He states that public opinion can still be manipulated with sufficient skill and effort. Several respondents commented on the vicissitudes of age, including "Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be" from Browiung's Rabbi Ben Ezra. Another was, "Old age ain't for sissies." And finally, "Old age may be likened to eating an ice cream cone. It may get yucky toward the tag end, but we hesitate to discard it." Clack ended his review as follows: If young people should see this, they will reflexively think to themselves. 'A bunch of old fogies whose recollections are irrelevant to a modem world.' Maybe so. But then again...

SECRETARY'S CORNER To recapitulate, we now have received packets of photographs from the following fine Classmates and wives: Snuffy Jackson. Marquita and Don Miller, Art Battson, Huck Schmidt, Peg and George Peery. Hugh Rosania, Jig Jig Bailey, and Bob Rubel. All of them provide a splendid record of those present at the 55th, and we will be using them throughout 1999 as we tum out columns for Shipmate. A number of them are included herewith. ...WVW.

Hugh and Lois Rosania

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Bob and Pat Apple

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Don't forget to VOTE in your Alumni Association Board of Trustees election.

Your vote counts.

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Regular Membership: 32% Life Membership: 43%

Pres: LtCol W. P. Cosgrove, USMC (Ret) 6214 NutÂť ell Drive Tracys Landing, MD 20779-2206 h: 410-867-7435 Secy: CDR Robert O. Sherman, USN (Ret) 1110 North Pegram Street Alexandria. VA 22304-1928 h: 703-370-5867; e: rosherm@aoI.com In Memory We have learned belatedly that Grady Gay passed away last spring of complications resulting from diabetes. Grady is remembered for his spectacular touchdown during the final minutes of the Columbia game and as an aggressive, competent pilot in VF-11, the Red Rippers. Grady flew over 100 combat missions over North Korea and numerous Combat Air Patrol missions to intercept Russian and Korean pilots flying MIG-15s.

We were shocked to leam of the loss of Charlie Mize. He was at the luncheon on 8 December, professing to be feeling good and in high spirits but, the following day. he developed a fever and his doctor placed him in the hospital.

On the very next day, 10 December, he passed away. Charhe had suffered for some time with leukemia, but the proximate cause of death was pnetmionia. All of the people I have spoken to considered himself to be one of Charlie's close friends. Charlie had a tendency to welcome those of goodwill into his unbounded circle of close friends, and all felt privileged to be there.

Services were held at the USNA Chapel on 15 December and he was interred in the USNA cemetery.

Phaon Derr sent by email: It is with a great sense of loss that I report the death of my very dear friend, and former USNA roommate, James A. Strand. Jim died early Friday morning, 11 December, in Monterey, CA, from a ruptured aortic aneurysm.

Jim was a surface sailor, serving in SAN DIEGO. COMPTON and ZELL.\RS. He resigned in

1948 and entered exploration and production operations for Gulf Oil. Upon retiring, he moved to Monterey, CA, where he remained with his wife, Patsy, until his death.

Association News The following prehminary schedule for our Reunion next June was suppUed by Dick Van Orden; Sunday, 6 June: 4:00 p.m., register Lowes Hotel, 6:00 p.m., no host cocktail party.

Monday, 7 June: Company day. Options include sailing (Doc Prothro). tours of Annapolis, Washington or Baltimore (Dick Wilson), golf (starting times via USNA pro shop), tennis (BIU Hoover).

Tuesday, 8 June: Academy day; 9:00 am., shop at Midshipman's store; 11:45 a.m.. memorial service at the Seagate; 12:00 noon, catered picnic; 2:30 p.m.. Academy tours, 5:00 p.m.. happy hour in Hospitality Suite.

Wednesday, 9 June: Class Day; 9:00 a.m.. Class meeting in Alumni Hall.

Dick Wilson will send a letter to the Class as soon as the schedule is firm.

Address Changes Phyl and Joe Schroeder have moved. Their new address is: 12190 Zielian Court. Tustin. CA 92782; 714-730-4034. Marise and Bill Page ask. by email, tiiat their current address be published so that old friends may catch up with them: 6666 Brookmont Terrace, Apt 411, Nashville, TN 37205-4622.

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The Way We Are Ed Bebm writes: This photo is of Gordon Hopwood and me in Branson. MO. during our tour there in November. We had just completed a scenic train ride into the pretty countryside south of Branson. A most pleasant surprise to find a Classmate, and his Jessie, as our travel companions.

Gordon Hopwood ana nson. MO Life is renewedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;our deeds hve on. Reid Perry Davis, grandson of the late Chester Newton Perry, Jr. '45. received his 1998 Citadel diploma from his father, Charleston businessman, Nathaniel A. Davis, (Citadel "69).

Chet Perry attended the Citadel for three years before transferring to the Naval Academy on 18 June 1941. The 1945 edition of the Lucky Bag mentions that "With the love of Dixie in his heart and the praise of the Citadel on his Ups, Chet arrived at the Academy..."

The San Diego/Coronado Group of the USNA '45 organization met at the Coronado Yacht Club on 5 December, through the gracious arrangement of Bob Lenson. The group enjoyed being together, in spite of the disaster that befell our gallant football team. At half-time, at the suggestion of President Tiny Atkinson, the gathering observed a moment of silence for friend and Classmate, Larry Wilder. Then, (as reported by Bill Tiraynor) those rascals elected Bill Traynor its President for 1999. (Sec'y: I understand. Bill. That's the way it happens. Just a moment of weakness...)

Attending were; Anna and Tiny Atkinson.

June Baldwin, Beth and Ed Bebm. Gwen and Bill Benson. Louise and Al Giorgis. Mary Ellen and Pat Gowan. Bobby Haines, Jim Hamburg, Barbara and Hal Hoffer, Evelyn and Frank

Kleber, Raye and Bob Lenson, Jean Lewis and son Marty, Midge and Art Levy, Aim and Bob McCrary, Marge and Frank Nepo. Jerry Patton. Beth and Herb Poorman. E h a Randall, Joann Riley, and guests Joanie and Hap Perry '44, Peggy and Don Shelton. Suzanne and Harry Stebner, Josie and Bob Tartre, and Marion and Bill Traynor.

BUI Traynor, who appears to have recovered receives congratulations from Tmy Atkinson, who is obviously relieved.

Gene Masica writes; Peggy and I (cruised) over the Holidays on NEW ROTTERD.VM. and plan tore-boardher in April in Israel for the final segment of its world cruise.

We were at the Subvets WWII convention in Albuquerque in September and saw a lot of the very old submarine crowd, many wheel chairs, canes hearing aids and some new young wives.

We get home long enough to pay the accumulated bills, throw out the catalogs and get reacquainted with the dog. Our grandson. Mike Masica '95, is now a fighter pilot in F-I8s, homeported in Japan. He comes back on leave to get married in January, then back to the front lines, after becoming a new member of the oppressed husband society.

The "Rascals" of San Diego/Coronado.

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From Newport Beach, we leam that some of the Orange County '45ers enjoy 'looking alive' by gathering toreminisce,eat and drink. Enclosed are the most recent pictures from a lunch hosted

by Joann and Miles Larson in their home in Newport Beach.

Wily Conover, Stewart Berkshire and John Pearce looking alive in Orange County

One good and true Virginian, Spencer Neale, surrounded by four Floridians, Carrier, Moorer, Pate, and Fortson

Bill Siegrist, Miles Larson and Joe Schroeder also maintain the spirit in Orange County Connie and Nick Burde send greetings from Gulfport, FL: Still hanging in there. Keep in touch with Classmates, Don Kennedy and Ed White, on the lower Suncoast. Yes, I still work out on my piano, but no longer do commercial gigs. We managed to escape Florida heat in summer by visiting our east coast daughter in New Jersey. We'll be in Califomia for Christmas with our son, David.

Don Rockwell writes from Winter Haven, FL: Enclosed is a photo of Anne and me at the Halloween costume party, portraying Mammy and Pappy Yokum. Other '45ers in the area are Ted Johnson and Bill Ferguson. We are still active and looking alive.

Suzy and Jerry Rester returned to Florida on 8 December from a four-week trip to Honolulu, New Zealand, Australia, and a week's cruise around the Hawaiian Islands; with stops at the three of the outer islands. Among the many highUghts, were five days at the Armed Forces Hotel Hale Koa, on Waikiki Beach. It is truly a firstclass hotel that is open to active duty and retirees, regular and reserve. The facility is friendly and beautiful, and the price is right. We look forward to seeing Classmates at the Reunion in June.

We expect to cruise our boat up the ICW for the occasion.

From Joe Moorer: My old roomie, Spencer Neale, and his lovely friend. Destiny Clark, visited Eleanor and me for a couple of days in the middle of November. We had a great time reminiscing about our days at the Academy and fun times we had with our other roommates, Blackie Pearce and Calvin Cobb. I got three other Classmates, Jack Pate, Bill Carrier, and Malcom Fortson to join us at the Ponte Vedra Club. I enclose a photo taken after lunch...

Bob Close reports in spite of curtailed travel plans, he will get to the Class Reunion "one way or t'other" and hopes to see all of us, all in good health.

The following was written by EUie Barron, but Jack claims an important, nay, vital, role. He delivered it!

This has been a year of travel and reunion for EUie and Jack Barron. It started with a reunion of MISSOURI Association in Virginia and included the dedication of a plaque at the Navy Memorial in Washington, DC, for MISSOURI. From there, we left for Pinehurst, NC, and golf with Dave Paul who still has a very low (close to zero) handicap.

Needless to say, he clobbered Jack. We enjoyed seeing Dee Dee and Dave, and as always Pinehurst was wonderful.

After North Carolina, we headed for Charleston, SC, and a reunion of PRAIRIE STATE'S V-7

Midshipmen Program. Several of Jack's Classmates were there. Jack received his appointment to the Naval Academy while onboard PRAIRIE STATE (i.e.. Middle USNR to Middle USN). It was a very well planned reunion, and included tours of Charleston, Ft. Sumter, YORKTOWN, and the submarine, CLAGMORE.

Anne and Don Rockwell as Mammy and Pappy 'Vokum

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We then left on a cruise through the Panama Canal, with stops in Mexico, Costa Rica, Columbia, and the Cayman Islands. This trip was mainly to let Ellie traverse the Panama Canal. It all lived up to expectations.

The highlight of this year's travels, was three weeks in Hawaii. We spent two weeks in Kauai, where Jack played the famous Prince Course, plus others. We then had a week in Waikiki. There, we had a personally escorted tour of MISSOURI, which is now docked in Pearl Harbor across from the ARIZONA Memorial. It was wonderful for Jack, and it brought back many memories. When we returned home, Jack sent numerous mementos from his time on MISSOURI to the MISSOURI Me-

morial Association. Of particular interest, were items related to the Third Fleet Landing Force which went into Yokuska prior to the peace signing onboard MISSOURI.

Ellie and Jack Barron once more onboard MISSOURI Helen and your scribe attended the Naval Academy Classes '39â&#x20AC;&#x201D;'62 Holiday Ball at the Bethesda Hospital Club. The annual gala owes much of its success to the efforts of Al Olsen.

Al, in tum, was supported by twenty-two couples from our Class. I shall indeed long remember this affair, for as we were leaving, Helen tumed to me and said sweetly but firmly "Bob, we are going to take dancing lessons."

From Dick Van Orden, we leam that we now have 118 members of the Class on the '45 email net. This must be a record for a Class that was issued slip sticks instead of computers at a time when electronic development had culminated in the pentode.

The Way We Were Paul Nuschke often drives down from Fayetteville, PA, to join us at our luncheon at Ft. Meyer. During our conversation, Paul showed me pictorial evidence that Hub Davidson was

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destined to be a sailor from the very start.

Pictured are Paul, Hub, Paul's sister, Nancy, and Hub's brother, Alexander. Alexander, too, became a sailor, well almost. Sandy was a Marine Corps pilot in WWII, and that's close enough.

Future '45ers Bob May mentioned, in correspondence, he was an old NASHVILLE sailor. In reply, I mentioned I was aboard PHOENIX and saw NASHVILLE struck by a Kamakazi. He responded: Yes, I was there. That plane flew directly over O'BANNON, the most decorated DD of WWII, then flew around our stem and landed on the quarterdeck. One bomb went off on the port side and the other on the starboard side. One hundred thirty-three men were killed. I was in Spot 2 with the door open. All I got was hot wind and light debris in my face.

Notes From The Twenty-First Company From Eugenia, widow of James Braun: Our 'Big Bear' won't be with us except in spirit, and the uncanny resemblance of a grandson and great grandson, but life goes on; one day at a time. Remembering all of your kindness and friendship during this past year, 1999 has to be better. God bless each and every one of you and yours.

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Pres: VADM Charles H. Griffiths, USN (Ret.) Vice Pres and Annapolis Factotum: CAPT Jim W. Foust, USN (Ret.) 1914 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Annapohs, MD 21401 w: 800-334-5701 Treas: CAPT Wils F. Engel, USN (Ret.) 6807 Rosewood St., Annandale, VA 22003 h: 703-256-5832 Sec'y; Clete Kennelly 7911 Sleaford Place, Bethesda, MD 20814-4625 h; 301-654-7315 Con^. Sec'y: CAPT Ed Ellis, USN (Ret) 2943 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA 92117 h: 619-276-1857 Mary Daly, of Mercer Island, WA, wife of Dick Daly (6), our perennial Squash Champion, reported, against his wishes, that Dick did it again. He won two gold medals in the squash competition in the men's 70-plus and 75-plus age groups at the Fourth Quadrennial World Masters Games held in Portland, OR, 9-22 August 1998.

These games are the world's largest participatory multi-sport competition, with more than 11,000 athletes from more than 100 countries. Here's more detail from the Mercer Island Reporter of 2 September 1998:

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Daly defeated players from Australia, Spain, Portland and San Francisco in four matches over a three day period. In the final match of the men's 70+ age group Daly beat the 1998 Men's U.S. National 70+ Squash Champion in a close match.

Daly had to come from behind in the fifth game after a deficit of 7-4, to capture the last game 97 and win his first gold medal. For his second gold medal, Daly downed an English player from the island of Mallorca.

'Participation in sports is great in keeping you young,' Daly said. 'Just because you get older, it doesn't mean you have to quit.'

Earlier this year, in Febmary, Daly won the Men's 75+ national tide at the 1998 U.S. Squash Championships, which were held in Los Angeles, CA. Over the past 20 years, Daly has captured squash titles in age divisions 55-plus, 60plus, 65-plus, 70-plus and 75-plus, for a total of 14 national squash championship titles in five age-group divisions.

Congratulations, Dick.

Dick's playing partner, Lt Gen Bob Kelley, USAF (Ret.) and Dick. (No information was provided on the identification of the object on Dick's squash racket.

Was it a trophy for doubles?)

Glenn Reiff (14), Pueblo, CO, reported that during his usual Christmas calls to friends he hadn't heard from for awhile, he was saddened to learn of the death of two of his Companymates, Sylvester Graff of Pasadena, CA and Bob Page, Bethel Island, CA.

Sylvester who died from cancer in 1997 had been Glenn's roommate for the three years at the Academy. He came from the Marine Corps via Prep School. He and Glenn played handball and bridge together and tried to help each other with studies. He spent one Christmas leave with the Reiff family in Newton, KS, and, upon graduation, when Syl and Dorothy were married Glenn's mother stood up with them. Syl attended submarine school but resigned from the Navy in 1947. He did not keep in touch with many of his Navy friends. He had two careers: one with the telephone company in Los Angeles, retiring as a VP; and the other, later, as the CEO of a local hospital. He is survived by his widow, Dorothy, and three children.

Bob Page, one of Glenn's closest friends at the Academy, died from a stroke on 15 December 1998. Glenn and Bob had played handball and spent one Christmas leave together at Bob's family home on Long Island, NY. He retired from the Navy after 30 years with the rank of captain. He then worked at a shipyard on the Gulf Coast near New Orleans until the yard closed. After that, he took a job as a submarine project officer with Bechtel Corporation. He retired to Bethel Isle, CA, where he lived on a houseboat. Homer Key, another 14th Companymate living in Scottsdale, AZ, told Glenn that Bob had been confined to a wheelchair prior to his death. He is survived by four children. His wife. Sue, predeceased him in 1986.

The deepest sympathies of the Class are extended to Syl's widow, Dorothy, their children, and to Bob's four children.

My records show that we have lost track of the following 20 Classmates: Ansel Braseth (5), Ralph Bretting (2), Don Bums (16), Jim Cunat (4), Robert Davis (19), Tom Dwyer (16), Art Erikson (10), Sam Francis (13), Bill Hanson (8), Atticus Hatsell (15), Jim Jackson (15), Edward Lange (17), George Mayo (13), M.L. Medcalfe (19), R.B. Miller (2), E.J. Radasch (9), M.S. Sartain (10), R.M. Swanson (4), S.S. Waldron (5), and H.C. Walker (5). Anyone having any information on any of them is requested to pass it to Clete Kennelly (10), or me.

In a change of venue, the Greater San Diego Group Army/Navy party was held in the home of Marigold and Bob Gorton (5) on Point Loma on

LtoR: in the background, Harry Watson (7), Colette Irvine, Luke Maples (20) and his wife, Jessie, Fred lacohclli (4), Bob Gautier (7), Doris lacobelli and Jim Irvine (13). Front row - John Kent (6), Stan Zipser (4) and Dona Decker Shipmate, March 1999

Homecoming- Standmg in back l/r Frede Froelich (9), Chuck Griffiths (6), Jack Hull (18), Barbie Griffiths, Clete Kennelly (10) and Ken Petticrew (19) from Ausdn, TX. In frontâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;in the wheelchair. Bob Kephart (20) and his sister, Keppie.

Homecoming- L/R Ash Ashley (13), Bmce Althoff (1), Bill Dunseath (12), Lucky Jordan (16), Hal Hamberg (7) and Frede Froelich (9)

L/R Colette and Jim Irvine (13), the back of Corliss Nugent (2), a side view of Herk Camp (7), and Bob Wertheim (7) near the decimated buffet table Shipmate, March 1999

5 December 1998. To enhance the viewing pleasure of attendees, a $2.50/ person fee was charged to pay for the rental of two 29" TV sets.

These were set up in separate rooms which worked out very well. Following the normal pattern, attendees arrived with their assigned "pots." The hosts provided a continental breakfast to aid early arrivals in opening their eyes. This early arrival is the penalty that we San Diegans pay to live in paradise. Nearly everyone paid attention to the game, as evidenced by the photo which shows the elation displayed by game watching attendees. Sometimes there's more conversation at these events than game watching, but that's a big part of the fun, too. If there had been a winning touchdown, I'm sure everyone would have cheered. But, it didn't happen. Wait until next year.

Following the game, everyone lined up for the pot luck luncheon. After everyone had had their fill, we got down to business. Bottles of wine from the Gautier Cellars were presented to the winners of the quarterly score pool; the 55th Chairman gave us an update on Blue Cards received; and then, raffled off some items left over from previous reunions. As usual, everyone had a great time, seeing and talking with Classmates and friends which included: Nancy and Vince Bacon (11); Herk Camp (7) and guest Jo; Dona and Bert Decker (18); Jan and Ted Dibble (18); Harriett and Ed Ellis (7); Rita Furland, widow of Fred Furland (5); Fran and Bob Gautier (7); Marigold and Bob Gorton (5); John Hughes (18); Chris and Jim Hugus (15); Doris and Fred lacobelli (4) with their granddaughter, Kristin lacobelli, who's a sophomore at the University of San Diego; Colette and Jim Irvine (13); Jackie and John Kent (6); Ann Lindsay widow of Jack Lindsay (7); Jessie and Luke Maples (20), from Santa Ana; Joan Muncie, widow of Wendall Muncie (14); Arlene and Corliss Nugent (2); Bea and George Pavis (19); Harry Watson (7); Stan Weisburg (16) from San Clemente; Barbara and Bob Wertbeirn (7); Whizzer White (5); Shiriey and Bob Williamson (2); and, Stan Zipser (4).

On 3 December 1998, Chuck Griffiths (6), our Class President, presented the Class' check for the $1,000,000 Endowment Tmst Fund to the Board of Trustees. Also in attendance to help handle the weight of all that money were Wils Engel (4), our Treasurer; Jim Foust (7), our Vice President; Clete Kennelly (10) our Secretary; and Hallie Rice (15), representing the major donors. Pictures and a feature article on this event will be submitted separately to Shipmate by the Alumni Association.

On the East Coast, the Greater Washington DC Group gathered at Jean and Hal Hamberg's (7) in Laurel, MD, for the Army/Navy game festivities. Following the format in the DC Area, the host made a big pot of chili and everyone else brought salad, appetizers, bread and desserts. Clete Kennelly (10) likened the event to a dinner theater. The dinner was great but the play had a lousy ending. The winners of the four quarters pool were Stu Savage (14), June Simpson, wife of Bill Simpson (4), Bob Moore (7), and Elsie Sommer, guest of Chuck Hansmann (9). In spite of the score it was a great day with temperatures in the 50s and a good group in attendance. They were: Marilynn and Bruce Althoff (1); "B.G." and Ash Ashley (13); Sue and Bill Dunseath (12); Peggy and Ed Field (11), from Lander, WY; Pris and Jim Foust (7); Kathy and Wally Hankins (11), Chuck Hansmann (9); Jerry and Lucky Jordan (16); Ann and Clete Kennelly (10); Betty and

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Frede Koch (9); Carol and Andy Lemeshewsky (13); Ernie Lowen (2); Pat and Bob Moore (7): Sidney and Stu Savage (14); June and Bill Simpson (4); Perry Taylor (19); and. Dick Wilson (2). The outing was graced by four widows: Barb Clark, widow of Bob Clark (11); Jean Herzog, widow of John Herzog (9); Marg Lyon, widow of Harvey Lyon (4); and. Patsy Skidmore, widow of Ed Skidmore (13), with their daughter Sheila. Additionally, there were five guests—Elsie Sommer, Aim Stahl (Larry's sister), Dottie James, and Naomi and Bill Mayo.

Bill is Hal's Army golf buddy. Bill was respectful of Navy's loss in light of the ribbing he got last year.

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Pres: VADM John G. (Jake) Finneran, USN (Ret) Sec'y: Chester H. (Chet) Shaddeau, Jr. 343 Prestonfield Lane Sevema Park, MD 21146-1512 h; 410-647-5868; f: 410-647-2453 e: stadir@erols.com Mea Culpa For those of you who expected to see your photos, letters, etc. last month, or those who find anachronisms and errors this month, be advised that it's all my fault. In an effort to do justice to the big photo we used last month of the cmise group, we had to cancel material, rearrange, and generally goof up the usual editing process, so whatever your complaint, you're right— that's what happened! I hope to get a couple of closeup shots from the cruise into next month's column.

CHS Lexington Communique From Bob Peniston: Here's a recent update: I retired at Washington and Lee in June, after almost 22 years on the staff of the University, with primary duty as Director of the Lee Chapel. I was given a huge sendoff by personnel from all echelons of the University: then during Homecoming in October, at the formal dinner for the Five Star Generals (those who graduated at least 50 years ago) I was made an honorary Washington and Lee alumnus, the fourth person honored in this way.

Also in October, I was honored by membership in the Virginia Division of the United Daughters of the Confederacy in convention! Don't laugh, fellows. The by-laws were amended to make my honorary membership possible, and "the maximum number shall be one." I look on both this and my honorary alumnus status with great pride...

Since retirement, I have been working in the special collections section of the Washington and Lee Library, summarizing the original letters of General Robert E. Lee. It is an awesome feeling handling die letters that the man himself wrote. I also tutor several middle school lads in military history, plus giving one-on-one attention to several who need help in various subjects.

The Increase and Diffusion of Knowledge The National Air and Space Society recently presented another in its series of evening lectures at the Langley Theatre of the Smithsonian Institution's Air and Space Museum, and took advantage of the subject matter to make it their second annual Flight Jacket Night. Attendees who have them are urged to wear their flight jackets, old or new, military or civilian.

The whole concept was appropriate both to the speaker, our own Tom Hudner, who reflected upon his career as a Naval Aviator, and to a large percentage of tiie Class of '47 who were in die

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audience: Olga and John Urban, Elvie and Pete Cummins, Jo and Verne Jennings, Bets and Ralph Camahan, Evelyn and Charlie Kiser, Hannah and Al Barnes, Chan von Schrader, and Frank Readdy, who was accompanied by his son.

Astronaut CAPT Bill Readdy '74 and Bill's wife.

Colleen, a Naval aviator in her own right.

Classmates were treated to pre-presentation refreshments in the Auditorium's Green Room, and to the surprise of absolutely no one who knows Tom's skill as a speaker, to a fascinating evening of reminiscence centered around Tom's experiences and the attempted rescue of ENS Jesse Brown.

The Mail Buoy We reported the incident earUer, but let Doug Yuengling tell it now in his own words; Tennis is dangerous to your health. On 29 August I chased a cross-court ball into a cyclone fence, dislocated my shoulder, broke the shoulder bone, and pulled and tore up some muscles. The shoulder wasresetthat morning, and the next day I was operated on to pin the bones back and sew up the muscles. Have been in therapy ever since, regaining about 1/8 inch of movement a day. At that rate, I'll be back to combing my hair in maybe another four months. I am taking up chess!

From Wirt Thayer, in Rhode Island; ...just returned from exploring the Southwest USA with my daughter, Susan, an environmentalist for the State of Vermont. Hiked the North Rim of Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, and Pipe Springs National Monument, plus Piria Canyon, a State Park on the border between Utah and Arizona. Lots of petrographs, lots of backpacking, lots of walking!

From Ken Ekelund; Our travels this summer took us, among other places, to Oshkosh, WI, in August, and the hill country of Texas in September At the Experimental Aircraft Association's AirVenture '98, they honored three MOH recipients including Jim Stockdale. I was privileged to be in the audience when Jim gave bis talk and answered questions.

In September, Merlle and I were guests of Frances and Jack Stevens on their ranch in Texas.

(I'm walldng into the picture a bit late, since the automatic shutter timer on my camera seems to have a mind of its own!) Behind us is space! Vast space! Believe me, there is nothing but rolling hill country for miles! Frances and Jack take all this for granted, but city folks such as Merlle and I are really impressed! Warm regards. ^^^^^•Bl^f

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The cameraman gets into the act. I to r: Ken Ekelund and his wife. Merlle, with Jack and Frances Stevens Dick Bivin sends a photo and says it was taken at his home when he and Joan hosted a party to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 87th Officer Submarine Class at New London in 1948. The San Diego contingent of that class had a great time—especially trying to identify classmates from the photograph taken way back then. There ha\e been some changes!

Pat March from the State of Washington: ...from Olympia, the Crossroads of the Pacific Northwest for '47, whither Mary and Del Grantham wended their way from the dustier clime of New Mexico. Their timing was exquisite, as they were here for Saumie's birthday! Actually, they helped us celebrate twice. She was entiUed, since she was deprived of a birthday last year when we crossed the Intemational Dateline enroute to Beijing and the Orient Express trip.

Instead of a cake, we placed candles on a blackberry pie which I had baked, as shown in the photo.

1 to r: Front Row: Dick Bivin '47. Joe Myer, Matty Mathews '47 Back Row: Jack Nicholson '47 . Lou Neeb. John Shelton '47, and Bob Gautier '46

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back to visit his home town of Thermopolis, and do some traveling. He also served as president of the National Association of State Treasurers in 1990.

Our congratulations go to one of our own who has clearly demonstrated that, contrary to what we see in today's papers, honorable, honest, efficient public service is not incompatible with elective office.

Saumie's birthday cake. 1 to r: Mary Grantham, Saumie March. Del (The Beloved Chair Person) Grantham, and Pat March We had to roll out the red carpet, of course, since Del is the (some say self-styled) BCP, or Beloved Chair Person of the Makalapa 400, an august group of those who were captains, three of us out of '47, on tiie CINCPACFLT staff in 1972-73. We have met every other year since 77-77.

And, a mutual friend induced Bob Wenke down from Bellevue for golf at the Olympia Club. We had never met before, but had lots of friends and experiences in common. No photo; I always seem to forget to take a camera to the golf cotirse.

Now, having absorbed the above, read the following from John Prehn for a bit of exposure to the "small-world" syndrome!

I received a card, from a gentleman who, with his wife, had stayed at our Bed and Breakfast, Magnoha House, back in 1991, his son's Plebe Summer. His son subsequently graduated, and is a flier stationed at North Island, but the family had not been in touch with us since 1991. The card from the father said he had seen a Lincoln Town Car on the Capital campus in Albuquerque bearing New Mexico license plates "USNA 47."

His memory bank dredged up the seven-year old information on my Class and name, and he went over, introduced himself to the two jaunty gentlemen and their wives in the car, and asked if they knew John Prehn.

You guessed it; they were Pat March and Del Grantham with their wives! And now, we can record Grantham's license plate on the mighty database, even if he didn 't send it in to us!

There's no place to hide, Del! A Christmas letter from Nancy and Jim Dickson, who have relocated to a waterfront location at Portland, ME, brings the unwelcome news of further medical problems for Jim, but clear proof (see the photo!) that he is working on hammering them into submission. Jim says that after skydiving, the next move is bungee jumping!

Jim Dickson is the one on the bottom Cheyenne Goodbye Harriet, Stan Smith's wife, sent us the photo of her and the 0 1 ' Red Dog to mark his retirement from service as Treasurer of the State of Wyoming after sixteen successful years in that office. Elected first to two terms in the Wyoming House and one in its Senate, Stan was then elected four times to the Treasurer post, and has now decided that it is time to hang 'em up, go

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Stan and Harriet Smith, in a photo taken at Prague in 1997 Report From Osaka If you saw the Marlon Brando movie "Sayonara" some years ago, you will recall the Tokyo entertainment school of which Brando's love interest was a member; the Takarazuka Theater School. A performance by the girls of that school was only one of the many highlights of the recent 35th Reunion in Osaka of our "opposite numbers," the Japanese Naval Academy's 75th Class, at which they received a letter of congratulation from our Class President, Jake Finneran.

Bud Baldwin, who read the letter aloud to them in Japanese, and who reports on the glittering affair, says that it went flawlessly, with excellent food (for which Osaka is noted), very short speeches, and the usual song-fest. The 75th Class, which originally contained 3700 members, still has about 2/3 living, and among them are some of Japan's top industrial names.

One of these is CEO of the great Hankyu organization, comprising hotels, theme parks, railroads, real estate, department stores, and The Hankyu Braves pro baseball team. It is therefore not too surprising that the Takarazuka girls showed up; Hankyu also owns the school and theater! The luncheon was held in a Hankyu hotel, and many members took off immediately afterward on cruises and tours; naturally booked through Hankyu agencies.

The photo Bud provided shows him with Mr. Saburo Hirota, senior member of the Osaka Chapter of the 75th Class, who served as emcee for the affair, and Mr. Kobayashi; yep, CEO of the Hankyu conglomerate. And, behind Mr. Hirota, after all these years, is the Asahi (rising sun) flag which only yesterday served as Japan's Naval Ensign. Only yesterday, and yet so many years ago.

1 to r: Mr. Saburo Hirota, master of ceremonies, Bud Baldwin, and Mr Kobayashi, at the 75th Class luncheon in Osaka

Quick Takes We have received notice of the '99 Symposium of the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, to be held at Pensacola in May. Three interesting sessions are scheduled, but of particular interest to us is the third, which will be moderated by TV personality David Hartman, and feature Naval Aviators who wear the Medal of Honor. Both Tom Hudner and Jim Stockdale are scheduled to participate. Nye "Dusty" Rodes is recuperating from major surgery...Roberto Leon and his wife, Nydia, are back after a tour of the West Coast...A fax from Emiel Meisel in Mexico advises that he was one of those whose October Shipmate artived lacking the middle eighteen pages...including the '47 notes! It was promptiy replaced, while he claims he was testing the beer, tequila and wine supply of the country! A welcome voice from the past was Bob Fletcher, from whom we haven't heard in a long, long time. He is now online with us on CYBERSEVERN47, as are Lew "Ozzie" Ozimek, Bill Carpenter, Jerry Gronfein and Jim Dillman, among others. Ozzie provided a pretty complete bio update (where is YOURS?) and among other things, is looking for Classmates who are ham radio operators, with a view to possible establishment of a Ham Net. I can put you in touch, if interested. Congratulations are in order for Jack Fisher, recently elected National Senior Vice President of the Navy League of the United States, a position which leads to his taking over as its National President next summer. We look forward to seeing him in the Capital area, where his new job will certainly bring him from time to time...and to complete our reportage on the recent promotion to fourstar rank of Gen Montgomery Meigs, USA, son of Betsy and Bill Lampman. He has been confirmed as Commander in Chief of U.S. Army Forces in Europe (USArEur), headquartered at Heidelberg. In case you wondered who the "Walt Small" was to whom we referred in the November column, be advised that your Secretary was simply experiencing a "senior moment." While we intended to talk about Will Small, the memory bank dug up the name of Walt Small '38, one of my fine early skippers in destroyers. While on the subject of "other Classes," check out the photos of our own Bosco Perrich in the Class of '56 notes and the photo of Tom Hudner in the '49 notes, both in November's Shipmate. A recent photo in the Reserve Officers Association magazine The Officer indicates that Paul "Spike" Hewitt continues very active in their affairs. Both Wirt Thayer and Walt Boyes '51 were kind enough to send clips covering the dedication speech by Tom Hudner at the unveiling of the new Korean War Memorial in Providence, RI. Bob Derrick sent in a clip proving that press coverage of strife and change at the Academy reaches at least as far as The Charlotte Observer, in Charlotte, NC. Which wraps it up for this month. Lets see more letters and photos from you people. Meanwhile, enjoy! CHS

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Sec'y: CDR Sumner K. Moore, USN (Ret.) 308 Mansion Dr., Alexandria, VA 22302 h; 703-549-8739; e: sk48moore@aol.com The January-Febmary issue, which was composed in December, is in your hands, so this is the first time in 1999 1 have taken to the machine to write. So, what cheer, 1999?

1 trast that by the time you read this, our electees will have sufficiently honored and correctly interpreted our Constitution, such that the country will have retumed to a semblance of normalcy. Meanwhile, be of good cheer, for we have some letters and Seasonal Greetings from which we will excerpt enough dope to fill in the column. 1 still have a selection of good fotos from the 50th and luncheons to provide color Let's start with Andy Frahler, who writes from Atlanta: Our son, Don, retired after 26 years in the Navy. He was Deputy Chief of Staff to the Commander Military Sealift Conmiand.

We are mightily proud of him. He had two ship coimnands and was senior naval officer in Saudi Arabia during the two bombings. He will reside in Washington with his family. His wife, Sharon, is treasurer of the World Health Organization, and one daughter is in high school and the other a grad of the University of Virginia.

Rufo Robinson comes through from Pensacola in between trips.

At the 50th, I heard about the Class contribution to the Alumni Endowment Fund, and I thought it a good idea. I would contribute two bits, but I haven't heard anything about the procedure for doing so. If the idea is alive, the column might be the place for pubhshing the mechanics. I might be the 2% who doesn't get the word because I travel often and the important mail might have been lost in the pile of junk mail that accumulates during my absence. I join Elderhostel two or three times a year to leam something in an effort to delay the conversion of my brain to tapioca pudding.

My next trip with them is three weeks in Russia in June. It's great being retired.

It seems most remarkable that any Classmate might have escaped the fund net that has been spread. My guess is that Rufo is in it by now.

Not long after the 50th, Phil Rogers sent a comprehensive letter of thanks to the Supe, VADM Ryan, for all the support the Academy provided. VADM Ryan's 29 October answer is worth passing on: Thank you for the kind note regarding your 50th reunion. 1 am always pleased to hear that the staff has done a good job of taking care of the heroes of our not too distant past. Congratulations on a superb reunion. I know a lot of hard work is done by the members of any Class that actually do the work of coordinating a reunion, and the 50th, obviously, has to be special, so I'm sure that it is even more of a challenge. I have heard good things about your Class from the people you named in your letter. I have also leamed that your Class has made 80

significant contributions to the legacy of the Naval Academy. Generosity of our Alumni enables us to raise the bar of excellence beyond what we can achieve with public funds. Please pass my regards to your Class and congratulations, again, on a great 50th.

Now, getting back to what really counts in this life, we have from Midlothian, VA, the following: Enclosed are a couple of Classmate snapshots for chuckles in the Class Column (if the fish shown are considered large enough for printing). The main foto is of ex-naval submarine Captain Bill Chipman, 'in his element,' with fishing boat Captain Doug Market, my son, on board his sportfisher, WAHOO VOODOO. The accompanying foto,

also with a monster fish on the same boat is ex-deep dive research sub Captain Art Market. Please note that fresh and large, but not fresh and record rockfish (stripers) are shown in the fotosâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but caught in record numbers at the entrance to Chesapeake Bay. Bill and I would like to invite Classmates to become involved in a fall

It can be done!

The CLASS OF 1948 $1 millidi in pledges toward our

Academic Excellence at USNA Let's go over the top! your 50th Anniversary Gift Committee. tournament next November (1999) to compete for fun and a record catch! Thanks for your help in this matter. Beat Army in 1999!

Jud Shook sent a Christmas letter, including a picture taken from the inside balcony at Loews Hotel looking down on the 50th reception. It won't print, but it shows a significant preponderance of bald heads. Good looking chaps. He goes on: In May we attended Elaine's reunion at Southwestern Louisiana in Lafayette, and in June it was the 50th in Annapolis. What a reunion it was! Although some of my closest friends are no longer living, the memories shared with surviving Classmates were

specialâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;memories that were sometimes joyous, sometimes touching and always with pride that they participated in the Academy's finest traditions. In the meantime, Elaine organized an October reunion for our DeRidder High School Classes of '42 and '43. It was a joy to see so many old friends (we were both '42). On 21 August we celebrated our 50th anniversary and a new deck and professional landscaping in the back yard. As for DeRidder, it's still warm and friendly, beautiful, and home.

Nick Castruccio, from Gallows Bay, St. Croix, VI, adds an email to his piece in the December issue on their 50th anniversary.

He's speaking from down there: Our youngest, Ceci, her friend Maureen Kelly, and our granddaughter, Catarina Castraccio Prince, and I spent the better part of a day at Buck Island. No snow, but some rain showers. While there, Catarina swam over to a friend's yacht, which Teddy Kennedy had chartered. We watched from a safe distance as he came back from an excursion in the tender. He has a very large girth to say the least.

Bill Speer fills us in from Grand Prairie, TX, on doings post-50th.

After the 50th, Catherine and I headed north up the East Coast for another three weeks. We flew to New York City, rented a car and drove to Bloomfield, NJ, to view the houses and schools I knew as a boy in the 1930s. Then Amtrac to Boston. It was exciting, as an ex-sailor, to navigate the city tunnels, just flooded with seven inches of rain that weekend. We made six miles in two-and-a-half hours. On to Springfield, MA, where I had worked as a shop inspector in the Springfield Armory from '41 to '43. Although the Armory has been converted to a college, the Museum is open to the public. 1 haven't seen so many Garand rifles in one place since all of those in Dahlgren Hall. Too bad Boone Taylor wasn't with us. He had told us 13th Company mates at dinner in the Maryland Inn that his favorite memory of USNA is marching in the P-rades. It must be cool to be a minority of one! The next leg was Boston to Halifax and Prince Edward Island. We drove over the Confederation Bridge, an eight and a half mile span connecting New Bmnswick with Prince Edward Island. The toll, $37.50, included a retum ferry to Nova Scotia. After a week of discovery, we flew to St. Johns, Newfoundland. We retumed to Dallas via lovely Montreal. Believe it or not, this was my first 30 day leave since graduation! But the real purpose of this letter is to share a marvelous description of what a sailor is, which I copied from a poster in the Museum at Signal Hill, St. Johns.

"He is an otter, an amphibian that lives on both Land and Water. His familiarity with death and danger, hath armed him with a kind of dissolute security against any encounter. The sea cannot roar more abroad, than hee within, fire him but with liquor.

In a tempest, you shall heare him pray, but so methodically, as it argues that hee is seldome vers'd in that practice. Hee makes small or no choice of his pallet. He can sleepe as well on a Sacke of pummice as a pillow of doune. He was never acquainted with much civilitee; The Sea has taught him other Rhetoricke. Hee is most constant to Shipmate, March 1999

his shirt, and other his seldom washed hnnen. Hee has been so long acquainted with die surges of the Sea, as too long a calme distempers him. Hee cannot speak low, the Sea talks so loud. Hee can spin up a rope like a Spider, and downe again like lightening. The rope is his road, the topmast his beacon. Death hee has seen in so many shapes, as it cannot amaze him."

A 17th century sailor as described by Richard Braiwait in 1631.

Liz and Lee Strong checked in with Christmas cheer in his tme mish-mash style Excerpts: June brought ye 50th Class Reunion at USNA. Paul Riley wondered, 'Who are all these old geezers who claim they went to school with me?' Then he looked in the mirror. I try not to. Go ahead! Try shaving with your eyes closed. July we whimsically wended whither was freland. Dublin is a great city for walking. Interviewed Molly Malone, "The tart witii the cart' Book of Kelts, the delightful Dublin Art Museum.

Vermeer only painted 32 pictures, and they have one. On to Dungarven by the Sea, Kilkenny. I kissed the Blarney Stone, and would ye be believin.' It kissed me back!"

The Strongs, of course, took in the Laurel and Hardy convention in Birmingham, England.

Rosalie and Bob Doxey also dropped us a Christmas letter, from Lady Lake, FL, full of travel descriptions, including the fact that 1998 was a no-travel year, passing up '48's 50th, the Moline High School 55th, and CoLiiMBUs Vets Association reunion in Norfolk. Bob goes on: Rosalie is doing fine, and I seem to be getting better. And, oh yes, we made it to Hillton Head this December.

And we rode to the Outer Banks with Tom in his tmck last sunmier. By taking an extra day each way, I could take the riding. It was good being with the family both at Duck and back in Tidewater. 1999's plans are still incubating. Robert Benchley said that there are two ways to travel: first class and with children. Let me paraphrase that to first class with oxygen.

Bill Ikard and Alda report: BUI and I are doing very well. We've been traveling around the globe uncovering new places and making more friends. Life has been very good to us. Bill adds: For my 50 cents I do believe the next major reunion should be in the West. We are many and it's tough to always be going east. Besides, we normally have better weather. Would be nice to have the 55th in the West. I will do my share wherever.

Teen and Hart Stringfellow report from their new house (1039 NW 41 Drive,

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Gainesville, FL 32605), referring to the 50th: Since we were married in the Chapel the day after graduation, and took part in the re-celebration of that event during the reunion along with 14 other Classmates and their brides after the scheduled Memorial Service, we were so impressed to realize that we had stuck it out for 50 years, we decided to continue to celebrate for the remainder of the year. We took off for England (Teen's home away from home) on QUEEN ELIZABETH II. We spent a week riding the Orient Express, etc., to Canterbury, Brighton, Leeds, the Greenwich Observatory, and the White Cliffs of Dover. London adventures included visits to Edinburgh Palace and to the world famous night club, Stringfellow's, where we net some fascinating cousins. Next came a fast trip to Bmssels and Amsterdam via the Chunnel, land of windmills, dikes and flowers. We all now all snuggled in our little dream house.

I am most distressed to report that Tom Cuddy died 24 November at a Northem Virginia nursing home after an extended illness. His remains were interred at Arlington Cemetery on 22 December A large contingent from the submarine community were at the service, as were a number of Classmates. Admiral Jim Hogg '56, a close friend, and Kurt Dorenkamp '49, spoke at the service. Kurt and Tom and I were in Sub School in 1950, along with many '48s. Tom was a gentieman with a slow easy smile, one of the world's really good people. I know all hands join me in expressing our condolences to Nancy and the family.

Jean Lochner checked in at Christmas time from the Lochner home on Luce Creek, Annapolis, with family news. Her daughter, Jane, LCDR USN, just presented her with twin grandchildren. The Lochner children all live in Maryland within reach, which is a blessing to Grandmother Jean says she is keeping busy with the house and grounds (love to give you some leaves), daily treadmill workouts, sewing, and bowling, with a bit of fumiture building and re-finishing thrown in.

Jean Adds: 1 heard from May Hoffmann a few days ago that she lost Brad in March. Thus, all of Ray's roommates are now gone, Edgar Ward in 1983, Raymond Lochner in 1996, and Bradley Hoffmann in 1998. It's the end of an era.

On a happier note, Jean reports that Betty Hall is recovering nicely from the severe auto accident in which she and Don were involved several of months ago. Don is OK. Betty is in good spirits. She expects to receive a couple of new knees eventually, and knowing Betty, she will be back on the golf course and bowling alleys within the year As for the 50th Anniversary Class Project, initiated at the 50th Reunion, the Committee informs me that in pledges and contributions, the fund exceeded the one million dollar mark in December Remember that this project extends for five years as far as realizing pledges is concemed, but that contributions should be made as soon as possible, and pledges should be made during the current phase being run by the Alumni Association. Everyone should have received at least one letter and a phone call by now.

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Pres: Alfred C. Boughton III, USNR (Ret.) Sec'y: LtCol Richard H. Francis, USMC (Ret.) RO. Box 10262, McLean, VA 22102-8262 h: 703-339-5275 ASec'y: CAPT Pete Swanson, USN (Ret.) e: pswanson@capaccess.org Hi, Classmates. Good column ahead.

December was a very social month for us Washington Metro dwellers. In December, we held a combined luncheon with husbands, wives, and partners at Sartis' House of Beef in Rosslyn.

It was almost a record.

Attendees were: Marie Baughman, Jane and Bill Black, Betty and Bill Callaghan, Charlotte and Luke Capone, Priscilla and Bob Eustace, Leila and Fred Grabowsky, Betty and Bill Guthrie, Dolores and Charley Haskell, CMC Jones, Graham Leonard, Don Lister (down from NY), Adaline and Mort Neely, Liz and Andy Nelson, Gene Reiher, Marlene and Frank Sherman, Mary and Gerry Smith, Helen and Slim Somerville, and Peggy and Barkley Wood.

Then, a few days later, several of the Class attended one of the best "bashes" of the holiday season. It was the once-called Wartime (WWII) Classes Christmas Ball held at the Officer's Club at the Bethesda Naval Hospital. Attrition has required dropping the "wartime" label and expanding it to include Classes '39â&#x20AC;&#x201D;'53. The ball is a black-tie optional affair, which affords the ladies the opportunity to deck themselves in their fine evening gowns and furs. The affair is open to all our Classmates. It is usually the Art Markel 82

Wednesday of the week before Christmas week.

So put it on your calendar, and next year interested people should let your Secretaries know, in advance, since special invitations are sent locally to Classmates who appear to have such an interest. This year, the Class was represented by Rose Marie and Jack Benoit, Sally and Dick Francis, Nancy and Al Frost, Betty and Bill Guthrie, Helen and John Metcalf and Helen and Dick Wolford.

Everything from the cocktails and filet mignon to the music of the "Aristocrats" was superb. It kept up most attendees well past their bedtimes and a few may have had a sore back from doing the Lindy Hop; but what memories and what a "bash!" We hope to see more of you next year.

Our Annapolis Classmates also had their December festivities as Gene Shine wrote: Served by our regular lovely hostess, Terry, the Annapolis group had its December luncheon at Fergie's on the South River The day was made special by the largest Fergies' turnout in 1998.

In attendance: Eli Venning with his own "harem:" Carol Baysinger, Betty Jepson, Betty Venning, and her sister, Katherine Bradley, from Pennsylvania. Also, Maureen and Bill Bennett, Helen and Bob Brady, Eileen Butler, Cal Roberts (up from Lusby, MD), Ella and Chet Davis, Rita and Steve Krause, Madelon and Mickey McDonald, Ralph Murphy, Joan and Gene Shine, Patricia and Jack Venable, and Betty Whiteside. A really nice affair with great conversation, lots of jokes, and much discussion about our upcoming 50th.

Bulletin Here is important news about our future monthly luncheons in the Washington Metro area. Based on a survey of local Classmates, we 're changing lunch locations starting in April 1999! The luncheons will still be the 2nd Tuesday of every month, except July and August, commencing at 11:15 a.m. at the Army/Navy Country Club, lower level. We also note, in passing, that this month has Secretary's Day, to which your secretaries look forward and to the free lunch for which they're sure grateful Classmates will pay. Stay tuned.

New Directory If everything has gone right, most of the Class will have received an updated 50th Reunion Class Directory. We hope it will be useful and that the ertors are few. Will there be mistakes?

Yes. Did Duke and Pete do their best? You bet.

But, addresses and phone numbers are moving targets and constantiy change. Thus, now and then we'll include changes of which we become aware. Here are the latest; Bill (Herman W.) Jones is now at; 1100 E. 'Whittier Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631; phone and fax: 562-6910349. That is an assisted living facility. Bill would appreciate hearing from Classmates, we're sure.

Bob Salomon now has an email address: rsalomon@webtv.net. We asked Bob for verification of his address and got this response: Pete, it is my great pleasure to be part of the '49er [email] group. As Harv Conover said, I am probably the first one with WebTV. So far, so good. My granddaughter, Leelee Sobieski, is in Prague, making a movie called "Joan of Arc" for CBS. U will air on CBS in May 1999. She plays Joan of Arc. Sorry to brag so much. We look forward to our 50th. Best regards.

Al Cohen also has a new email address; scec@loop.com. Al and his wife. Faith, were responsible for providing to all the Class a pre50th Reunion gift of the book. The Admiral, the memoirs of ADM Albert Gleaves 1877. Your Secretaries have their copies and are delighted with it, as are so many others who have received it. The Class is exceedingly grateful for such a Shipmate, March 1999

splendid gift and thank the Cohens for their enterprise and energy on making this happen.

We mentioned last month that Luke Capone had gone for an airplane ride with his son. Skip Capone '73; and that Skip had let Luke take the controls! Luke followed up this month with proof positive that he was near an airplane. Here is a picture of Cadet Emeritus Capone and his spitting-image son. Skip.

1 to r: Jerry Jones, Pete Llewellyn and Red Tolbert

From Florida, Fred Wilder sent us this comprehensive, December catch-up letter on his activities:

Dad, Luke Capone '49 A nice November letter from Tom Watkins caught us up on his doings: Last winter '97/'98 was a bit of a downer for Rita and me. We came east for the Army/Navy game; I caught the flu, so we watched the game on TV from Bob Salomon's house in New Jersey. Wasn't until spring weather came to Tucson that I was completely back-to-battery again. And, I'd had a flu shot! But summer was great, including a raotorhome trip to Tillamook, OR, for grandson, Jesse's, wedding, and then home for daughter, Lindy's, wedding. At the request of the bride and groom, I wore my dress white uniform to give the bride away. What an honor it was to be asked to wear it again, after 19 years of storage in the attic. And, yes, it fit (more or less) but I'm sure I reminded folks of the Civil War veterans of our youth. Our grandson, Trevor, came with us on the Tillamook RV trip so he might experience life on a dairy farm, and brought granddaughter, Lauren, home the same way, so she could experience our comer of the desert.

Good kids all; and a great summer!

I'm also happy to report two other Navy family ceremonies this year: my nephew, Tim Watkins '82 was promoted to CDR and his younger brother, Keith Watkins, made Chief Petty Officer. Very proud of both and I'm sure their grandfather, VADM Frank Watkins '22, also would be very proud of his grandchildren.

This fall, Classmate, Dick Kelly, and I took in some northem Arizona trout fishing, near Lee's Ferry (Colorado River between Lake Powell and Grand Canyon). The scenery was spectacular and so were the trout, as illustrated by the threepounder shown in the accompanying photo. (It's all catch-and-release so our photos were all that we brought home.) This one could be tided 'Arizona, the good life.' Glen Canyon Dam is in the distance. Hope to see you at our 50th.

A trout with two '49ers, Dick Kelly and Tom Watkins From Jerry Jones came this newsy November letter: You, Dick, and all the other officers and committee members are doing a great job. I appreciate the work you all put into Class activities. The addition of your use of email has been a real plus.

Thanks for all your efforts. I have not sent in any news in the past. I am just too slow in writing to provide 'news;' [however] we've had some visitors this year. Bobby and Al Jenks spent a few days with us in May while en route to Bobby's college reunion. Sue and Pete Llewellyn visited with us a few days in August. On each occasion, Lou and Red Tolbert joined us for drinks and for dinner one evening. We all had a most enjoyable time. You know how it is, "when two or three shall gather and old tales be retold." We did, and we all enjoyed. I have enclosed a picture from each of those occasions. Sue and I are looking forward to the 50th and hope to see many of our friends there. I am enclosing a check to assist the Class. That's all for nowâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it truly is finer to be a forty-niner!

Dot and I made our reservations at Loews Annapolis for the 50th Reunion the first day they would take reservations, and we look forward with fond anticipation to seeing you and all of our other good '49er friends at the 50th.

You may recall that I transferred from active duty to the Ready Reserve in 1955, when we were both doing our tour at USNA. I've forgotten which department you were with (Sec'y: math dept), but I recall that being an aviator, obviously I was assigned to the Department of Seamanship and Navigation and was teaching ship handling and celestial nav (where was the GPS when we needed it?). You and I did a lot of flying together that year at the NAF across the Severn in the Grumman Goose (JRF-5) and Albatross (UF). All of the USNA pilots pitched in for the flight orientation rides for the Mids in the N3Ns. Do they still have one hanging from the overhead in Dahlgren Hall? (Ed. Note: Yes, it's still there, until they start renovating King Hall and the Midshipmen have meals in Dahlgren.) It was a fun time to pick up our single and multi-engine seaplane ratings.

I have been practicing law for 42 years now back in the old hometown in Clearwater, n.., but I stayed in the Reserves for 20 years with the 'Weekend Warriors' at NARTU JAX so I could keep flying some real airplanes. I remember the 'recruiting pitch' that when you got to be 60, you could get a Reserve retirement pension. My thought at the time was that nobody ever lived to be 60, but I was happy to do it, just to keep flying. Somehow, the years slipped by. First age 60 (when I did get a pension), and then age 70 finally arrived, when I could actually collect a little Social Security; but I still don't see any retire-

1 to r: Al and Bobby Jenks, Jerry Jones, and Lou and Red Tolbert

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ment in my immediate future. I still feel like I'm a couple of years behind in my office with little hope of ever catching up. Dot (who works in my office also more than full time as a certified legal assistant) and I are still very active at the law office. Besides, my sister, Jess Wild Thacker, age 84, is an attomey in our office and is usually the first one in the office each morning, so I don't know how the 'kid brother,' only 72, can think of retirement.

We have three young'uns. Greg Wilder lives in Miami, FL, with his wife, Sue, and three granddaughters. Greg is a tax attomey and partner in the Miami office of Arthur Andersen & Co. Son, Steve Wilder, lives with his wife, Debbie, and two grandsons in Albany, GA, and has his own medical clinic and OR (with five doctors) specializing in foot and ankle surgery. Neither one of my boys is ever going to amount to anything. [!] One is a doctor, one is a lawyer, but daughter, Diane Coe, who lives 1/2 mile from us, has got it together and is flying airplanes. Both daughter, Diane, and her husband, John, are airline captains with United Parcel Service. John is currently flying 747s, and Diane, 767s. Diane in one of a half-dozen of the 2,300 UPS pilots who has 'checked out' in all of their aircraft: DCS, 727, 747, 757, and 767.

Son-in-law, John Coe, has a trophy case full of awards for his prowess as an acrobatic pilot in international competitions. Since his employer frowns heavily on acrobatics in the 747, John felt he had to replace his old Pitts with something he could 'get on his back with,' and I am delighted John and Diane recently acquired a beautifully restored 1942 Stearman N2S-2 with an authentic Navy 'Yellow Peril' paint job. I hadn't been in a cockpit for about ten years, but this was too much to resist. So, this 'antique pilot' is enjoying the 'antique airplane.' I know I'll never make it back to the VCs and the night carrier ops, but actually it's a lot more fun checking out the bikinis on Clearwater Beach on Sunday afternoons in the Stearman. Best regards to all and looking forward to the 50th. Kind regards.

and Sydney. We saw just about everything, the koala bears munching in the eucalyptus trees, the kangaroos (these we actually petted!), and the penguins returning over the beach to their dens at dusk. We saw the opera 'Cinderella' at the famous Sydney Opera House. The photo enclosed is of me sitting in the captain's chair on the bridge of HMAS VAMPIRE, an Australian destroyer tied up near the Australian Maritime Museum (the latter a must-see if one gets to Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it has a tremendous display of Aussie history right up through WWII and the present.) Pat and 1 have made our reservations and are looking forward to the Fiftieth Anniversary bash next year'

From the Virginia Beach group, loyal correspondent Tom Parsons wrote: I'm behind on the reporting of '49 activity in the Hampton Roads area. Fall is easily our busiest period with luncheons, local cruises, and football games. Several of us gathered at our favorite fish house in October. Not a record turn out, but we were all happy to welcome a new '49er's arrival in Hampton Roads; i.e., Bill (Hambone) Hamilton. Bill's association with Virginia Beach precedes our Naval Academy days. Delighted to have Bill and Barbara with us.

Then, '49ers filled two tables for the brunch cruise aboard SPIRIT OF NORFOLK. Making the cruise were: Nancy and Jack Magee, Kay and Bill Dotson, Cecille and Don Trueblood, Alyce and Tom Parsons, and Barbara and Bill Hamilton. The line-up of Navy ships we passed, which terminated with several massive aircraft carriers, was awesome. If we had continued down Chesapeake Bay, we would have been at that spot where, on Youngster cruise, NORTH CAROLINA began to do funny things and I began to consider a career other than on the 'bounding waves.'

Concerning other '49er happenings, Tex (Randlett) Lawrence and Phil Ryan '50, put together the second reunion of the football team of 1948 on the weekend of the Navy/Kent State game. We've weathered well, as you can see by these pictures.

Tex's guest, other than Liz Rosenthal, was Ron Wolfe, the General Manager of the Green Bay Packers. How the two of them became associated is a remarkable story. It was based upon the 'It Can Be Done,' Life magazine picture which appeared after the 21-21 Army/Navy game. Tex put together an all inclusive book which we'll all treasure forever. It was great to be with such a group. We'll never forget that 59 yard run by 'Pistol Pete' Williams. Thanks Tex. And who should join Alyce and me for an interesting visit, but Carolyn and John Sieck. The Siecks have two champion rottweilers, one of which was showing here in Virginia Beach. John and Carolyn know the 'dog showing' business very well and have the ribbons to prove it.

John Draim in the Australian destroyer, VAMPIRE'S, captain's chair

Fred Wilder and llic iN2S-2 Not to be outdone on "those continuing work" Classmates, we received this late November letter from John Draim, who wrote: Pat and I have been living the good life here in Vienna, VA, ever since I retired from the Navy in 1972. I'm still working in the aerospace industry-having lots of fun in the R&D side of new systems development. I've been keeping my hand in on inventing and flling for U.S. and foreign patents on satellite constellations and satellite technology in general. I've just filed three new disclosures, and one new patent (filed three years ago) was just issued. I am working for Mobile Communications Holdings, Inc. and its parent company, Ellipso, Inc., a (Big-LEO) competitor of Iridium for world-wide mobile telephone communications. I have been writing technical papers for presentation at intemational conferences.

Pat has been coming along on these trips. While I am at the conference sessions, she's out and around taking tours. Then, at the end we usually take a week or so off to see some of the country on our own. Past trips have included Norway, China, Japan, France and Italy. We just got back from doing Australia; a week in Melbourne (the conference site) and then ten days in Canberra

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Kneeling 1 to r: CMC Jones, Barkley Wood, Tex Lawrence, and Pete Williams Standing 1 to r: Tom Kilcline, Moose Weir, Arch Roos, Tom Parsons, and Bob McElroy

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Pres: RADM Roy Snyder, USN (Ret.) Sec'y; CAPT Wayne L. Jensen, USN (Ret.) 499 Skyhill Court, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Sieck and his rottweiler. Aqua John and I recalled the days when we would make a stab at electrical connections in the EE lab, then shake, loser had to throw the final switch. See you at the 50th and Semper Fi. Thanks, Tom. [Sec'y note: I, too, remember ova EE labs. Once, a circuit breaker snapped shut with an explosive loud bang and I remember Chris Lamb, my lab partner, vaulting through the window (on the ground floor of Isherwood) getting clear of any possible fallout. Chris's speed and dexterity were amazing.]

Finally, with regret and sadness we report the death of our Classmate, Robert H. Nelson, from Alzheimer's disease, on 19 December 1998. Our profound condolences go to Bunny and the family. In hen of flowers, memorials may be made to The Alzheimer's Association, Cleveland Area Chapter, 12200 Fair Hill Road, Cleveland, OH 44120.

With deepest sympathy, we note the death of oiu' esteemed Classmate, COL Lewis H. Devine, who passed away on 28 December 1998, from complications from prostate cancer in San Diego. To Kathleen and family, we send our profound condolences.

So, great Classmates, the colunm is completed for this time. Your inputs make or break what we do, so keep sending in your family news, thoughts, plans, jokes. Only seven months to go until the Grand 50th! Get your reservations in for the big event and conclude your pledges to the '49 House. And, while you're anticipating what's to come, don't ever, ever forget this forever tmth: Nothing Can Be Finer Than To Be A '49er!

RHF&PSS

Charlie Cooper is an avid reader of The Washington Times, and recently The Times chose to quote Charlie with, "I'm just horrified to think the commander-in-chief conducted himself with such reckless disregard for his responsibilities, making himself part and parcel of every blackmail threat that one could imagine." We would refer to Executive Order No. 12968 signed by the President, in August 1995, which states in part, "For access to classified material, individuals must have sttength of character, tmstworthiness, honesty, reliability, discretion and sound judgment, as well as freedom from conflicting allegiances and potential for coercion." Doesn't that say it all?

Dick Moberly writes from Orange Park, FL, to express his appreciation for Shipmate '50 articles which keep him well informed on Class doings. Dick had the very sad news of the passing of his wife, Yvonne, on 5 October. She had suffered from Alzheimer's disease for about five years and her demise was brought about by colon cancer. Dick will be at our 50th Reunion in Annapolis during the month of April, in the year 2000.

George Deranian checks in from Bedford, MA, to report of the death of James P. Rasmussen on 21 January 1998. While this may have been reported previously, Jim's wife, Marilyn, wanted to find word of Jim's passing noted in a '50 column.

Jackie and George Deranian report having a wonderful Elderhostel experience at West Point, staying at the Hotel Thayer, where they were spoiled rotten. They were so pleased with Elderhostel, that they repeated, with a visit to one, at Lake Champlain, VT, where they had classes on Ethan Allen, jury trials and nature.

This they again found rewarding and they recommend "you elders" take advantage of all that Elderhostel has to offer. The Deranians were fortunate to get down to Boston for the BC-Navy game and George says he could get used to seeing Navy win at football.

Thor Hanson recently participated in a very moving ceremony in Arlington National Cemetery, the dedication of a tree and memorial plaque to the 74 sailors who died when FRANK E .

EVANS (DD-754) was cut in half by the Australian carrier, MELBOURNE, during a SEATO exercise in the South China Sea. Because he had been the skipper of FRANK E . EVANS from May '66 to March '68, he was invited as the guest of honor and principal speaker at the ceremony and at the banquet that evening.

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society!

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

VADM Thor Hanson at Arlington Cemetery Shipmate, March 1999

VADM Thor Hanson at FRANK E. EVANS banquet Here we have a photo of Rickie and John Snyder and Carolyn and Ken Ivenson enroute to a football aftemoon in Colorado Springs. They are alongside the Durango Silverton train on which they had a scenic ride. The ride was a lot more scenic than the 1998 Air Force/Navy game.

Snyders and Ivensons From Jacksonville, FL, Lee Minnis tells of a highly successful cmise from Vancouver onto Seattle with Special Expeditions on MA' SEA BIRD. Twenty-five of the 70 passengers were in a party sponsored by the Alumni Association. The group got along well with Classes ranging from '35 to '84. Two were from '50. Victoria was visited with its exquisite Butchart Gardens and the delightful Royal British Columbia Museum.

They pulled into Friday Harbor for a visit to its renowned whale museum. They followed killer whales feasting on salmon in tidal waters. A day was spent touring Seattle and then to a small reunion with VA-112, Lee's command in Vietnam in 1967. One of the attendees was VADM John Lockard, ComNavAirSysCom, and Lee's wingman in olden days. Then it was on to Whidby Island and the residence of Joyce and Fred Terrell overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Kelly Carr joined the '50 group with his 85

two Irish Wolf Hoimds for a dinner of grilled salmon. Fred gave a grand tour of the island while KeUy went on to another dog show.

Last summer, at the Intemational Speedway (PA), he raced an Indy Style race car. In the back straight, with the pedal to the metal and flat-out, he hit speeds over one hundred miles per hour.

Bud says he did this because he had gotten a Uttie leery driving his JAG Convertible 130-140 mph on back country roads. Mothers don't let your children do this at home.

Lee and Jo Minnis and Corky and Kitty Angleman

Fred Terrell, Lee Minnis. Kelly CanUnder the heading of Von Ryan's Express, we have email from Jerry Coleman aimouncing the exploits of Phil Ryan. For those not on email, we repeat an advenmre of Phil's as reported by a very appreciative and admiring AimapoUs robbery victim; After attending the Monday Quarterback luncheon in AnnapoUs, I stopped at a filling station to fill my car. I went to give my credit card, when a man appeared out of nowhere, reached into my car, took my wallet and ran. It was then, when Phil walked by and I yelled that I had just been robbed. With that, Phil went into afterburners and took off after the thief. A short time later Phil returned, reached into his chest pocket and pulled out the recovered wallet with everything intact.

A foUowup intUcates, that in fact, Phil pursued the culprit on foot, dragged him down, retrieved the wallet, lectured the thief to go get a job, retumed to the gas station, and observed that anyone in '50 would have done the same. Whoa, Phil, Navy football gave you the stamina, but most of us couldn't mn the three city blocks required anymore. Congramlations.

Roy Highberg underwent a bilateral hip replacement followed by 18 days of inpatient physical therapy and several months of outpatient therapy. Result...he and Velura took off on a week-long cmise to the Westem Caribbean during December. Needless to say, Roy's recovery has been fully satisfactory.

Velura and Roy Highberg Bud Sproull argues that he might be the fastest man on earth out of the Class of 1950.

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Bud Sproull at Intemational Speedway In Annapolis, they had for November/ December meetings; John Cavanaugh, Gerry Coleman, Ed Greenberg, Ed McLean, Tom Ross, Phil Ryan, Daryl Tripp, George Van, Rex Kilboum, Byron Lee, Wayne Smith and Roy Snyder. Phil Ryan was very much involved with the USNA Squash Team and with the armusd Captain Phil Ryan Invitational meet, which Navy won for 1998 over Hobart University. Phil says that it is a pleasm-e to work with the Mids and with the new Navy coach, Damian Walker, who is #1 player in the USA. Sadness was expressed at the '98 football loss to Army, but the flame btimed etemal for a football win over Army in '99. At the October Homecoming in Annapolis, we managed to gather 50 from '50 for that exciting football game; MiUie and John Holmes, Elaine Bossert, Betty and Bob Muck, Joyce and Fred Terrell, Phil Conley, Muriel and Roger Buck, Frank Beat, Joaime Keiser and Jim Oberholtzer, Nancy Faimtieroy and Bud Sproull, Suzanne and Willy Ayres, Molly and Jerry Coleman, Midge Terry, Pokie and Don Fraasa, Carol and Ed Grunwald, Carolyn and Charlie Hooper, Carol and Bill Kiehl, Terry and Law Kivlen, Donna and Byron Lee, Fran and John McNally, Fran and Dick Powell, Bets and

Phil Ryan, Mary Jane and IVIilt Schultz. Margy and Bob Shultz, Joyce and Bill Simons. Liz and Wayne Smith, Ann and Roy Snyder and Jo and George Van. Sue and Willy Ayres were pleased to aimotmce the arrival of two new grandchildren: MilUe Suzanne Ayres in England and Ian Robert Ayres in San Diego.

Over in Washington for the December gathering of the Class at La Porta's of Alexandria, we had: Bill Kiehl, Bill Simons, Willy Ayres, Gayle May, Tom Ross, Bob OUver, Larry Hawkins, Tom Rogers, John Henderson, Daryle Tripp, Harry Krantzman, Dick Powell, BiU Diehl, Jim Lyim, Earl Halpem, Charhe Hirsch, J.J. McNally, John Cavanaugh, Ray Bowers, Marsh Treado, Jack Ryan, Amie Austin, Norb Walecka, Howard Portnoy, Bob Shultz, and MUt Schultz. Daryle Tripp gave an account of the inspection of the 12th Company Wardroom that he and Law Kivlen had made and the space was tmly in need of repairs. $1,000 was approved by the EXCOM of the Class to assist in refurbishing of the Wardroom. Dick Powell gave a report of the $505050 Fund status with a breakdown of contribution amounts. It is now a certainty that we will make our goal provided pledges are fulfilled. Larry Hawkins sends along some very sobering statistics with reference to cuts in Department of Defense forces, since January of 1993. Perhaps we should all show a bit of concem for the fiscal 2000 Defense budget. The cuts of forces since 1-93:709,000 regular troops; 29,300 reserve troops; eight standing army divisions; 20 Air Force and Navy wings with 2,000 combat aircraft; 232 strategic bombers; 13 SBM submarines; 500 ICBMs; 4 aircraft carriers; and 121 siuface combat ships and associated support assets. Are we pulUng the teeth out of the tiger?

In San Diego, gathered for November/ December, at the NavSta Mariner Club, we had: Wayne Jensen, Dick Smith, Bob Muck, Mark Fmdden, Frank Cassilly, John Malloy, Gene Wisenbaker, Dick Martin, Dick Thiwston, Dick Prescott, Charhe Clark, Frank Taylor, Don Elliott, Bill Grimm and J. B. Farrell. The "50 wives had a gala December luncheon at the Club in their own well-decorated room with; Marcia Clark, Diane Taylor, Judy Fmdden, Mary Lou Thurston, Mary Ellen Prescott, Faye EUiott,

November Lunch, George East, Jack Branson, Don Albright, John Axe, Dick Miller

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Dorotijy Jensen, Marge Cassilly and Helen Wisenbaker. J. B. Farrell provided Christmas favors for the ladies and all were heard to observe, "There goes a Classmate with some tt^e class." We all joined for the Sweetheart Valentine Dinner party at the San Diego Yacht Club on Sunday, 14 Febmary, at what is our annual tribute to the wives who have seen us through the trials and tribulations and happy times of military careers. Betty and Bob Muck provided artangements once again making the affair a lasting tradition for San Diego sailors.

Beat Army! Wayne

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Pres; Lee Doggett 1600 Stonebridge Road Alexandia, VA 22304-1037 h: 703-751-5067; e; leedoggett@aol.com f; 703-461-3639 Vice Pres: John Redfield e: jmredf@aol.com; f; 703-426-9358 Sec'y: Jack Grace Cort Sec'y: Sam Ginder 4004 Rickover Road SUver Spring, MD 20902-2331 h: 301-942-4397; e: samginder@aol.com f; 301-949-0588 Live so that you wouldn't be ashamed to sell the family parrot to the town gossipâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Will Rogers President's Comer Although you will not be reading these words tmtil March, I would like you to know that Mary Arm and I send our thoughts and best wishes as we approach the Hobday Season. For me, the Season will be a wonderful celebration of Christmas, the start of an exciting New Year, after my successful operation in early December to cortect problems with a 15-year old heart by-pass.

As I write this, I am on the way to a full recovery and looking forward to great things in 1999.

While I was enjoying the hospitality of Arlington Hospital, Guy Shaffer represented me at the December meeting of the Class Presidents and USNA AA Tmstees. His report of the highlights of the meeting contained several items that should be of interest to all of' 51.

First and most important, the effort that was initiated by Trent Shaver, while he was our President to place a number of non-Chapter Tmstees on the Board of Tmstees was finally successful! You may recall that a number of Alunrni from all of the Classes have been restive for some time over the fact that the Classes, which are the major donors to USNAAA, had no representation on the Board of Tmstees. Guy brought it to Trent's attention and Trent and Guy met two years ago with Ron Marryott '57 to raise the issue (progress is sometimes slow when organizational dynamics are involved). When I succeeded Trent, in concert with a number of other Class Presidents, I continued to push for the change. These efforts culminated in a sixmonth study, in which I participated. Our report was presented at the Tmstees meeting and after extensive discussion, it passed overwhelmingly.

There will be a gradual transition period so as to permit each current Tmstee to complete his term, but eventually the Classes will have seven Board of Trustee members, while the overall number of Tmstees will be slightiy reduced. This is tmly an important and beneficial change that will broaden the representative base of the Board and Shipmate, March 1999

give the Classes more influence in the Association's governance.

Other matters of interest, briefly mentioned, six new USNA AA Chapters have been established. Ron Marryott expects two additional Chapters to be formed in 1999. 1500 new USNA AAlife members joined in 1998. The Association is forming a "Speakers Bureau" to assist USNA, Alumni and Chapters. A career transition handbook will be published in 1999, to better support Alumni experiencing the impact of the Navy's downsizing. USNAAA will provide "USNA Movement Orders" on the Web to better inform Alumni when Academy officials, or teams are visiting areas.

In spite of the poor performance of the stock market during the summer and early fall, USNA AA investments showed a return of 4.8% at the end of November. This compares to a 2.5% loss at the end of September. The new investment management firm is doing much better than its predecessor. A new credit card agreement has been negotiated with First Bank to go into effect in 1999. This will be a seven-year arrangement that offers better terms than MNBC and provides USNAAA with $1.5M in up-front payment.

USNA AA is trying to improve the collection of email addresses and also the support for "...selling the Navy on the 'local' scene." ADM Marryott has established a Long Range Planning Committee to better define the path to the future.

Guy suggests this may be the place where the new Class representation on the Board of Tmstees may have real impact. The Classes, vice the Chapters, are closer to this issue.

Some bad news was also reported: 1) only 50% of USNA Grads are Alumni members ('Si's record is better than this, but '51 still has some 25% who are non-USNA AA members), 2) ADM Marryott admits that confusion still remains about the efforts to better coordinate fundraising.

This certainly seems to apply to some of our Classmates, in spite of efforts to clarify the situation. Please call or contact Guy Shaffer if you have questions. He should be able to help explain what is happening. 1999 will be a year of significant change within our Association. I will pass the word as it develops. Lee Items Of Note Lee Doggett and Pete Hilgartner are planning to obtain "Club Seats" for the 1999 Army/Navy game, should the game be played at the Jack Kent Cook Stadium in Landover, MD. The decision to shift from Philadelphia has NOT yet been made, but is getting serious consideration. Those who availed themselves of the Club Seats for this year's Navy/Notre Dame game can attest to the excellent view and comfort of these seats. Should the A/N game move to this new venue, the Club Seats will go fast. If any Classmates are interested in joining other '51ers on the Club Level, contact Pete at: 703-759-2617 as soon as you receive this column.

Once again, permit this editor of the Class Column to plead for identification on the back of submitted photos. This month's supply of pictures was noteworthy for the lack of accompanying identification. The fun of preparing the column can dissipate quickly when it requires major detective work to identify those whose pictures are mailed in, sans labels.

At the end of 1998, each member of the Class was mailed a package containing information regarding our 50th Reunion Fund Drive. It is hoped that the material answered open questions and brought each of you up to date on what is planned and how things are going. The limited feedback that has been received, generally, has

been favorable. If any of you still have questions or concerns, please contact any of the three persons identified in the mailing. Information also is posted on the Class web site. One further point of clarification; USNA AA considers donations unaccompanied by a pledge card as a one time gift. Their computer is curtently programmed this way. If you plan to or have made a pledge, please use the pledge cards.

Otherwise, we have no way to recognize that your donation is part of a pledge. Thanks! We still have a way to go to meet our goal. To succeed; we need your informed and hopefully generous support. Questions will be answered promptly by phone, email or fax as appropriate.

This column is due the day after the start of the New Year. This means it will have few Christmas pictures or little Christmas news.

Hopefully, you all will get these important items to Sam Ginder promptly so that they can form a big part of next month's column. And, in the interim, here is a wish for a happy and healthy New Year from all of us who prepare this column over the year.

Happenings On 17 October, a number of Classmates and wives assembled in Alumni Hall to dedicate 17 chairs, in the Class of '51 section, to our Classmates who were Killed In Action or were Prisoners of War. Appropriate remarks by Lee Doggett and Chaplain Petmska, marked the ceremony. For the ceremony, the chairs were denoted by Blue and Gold ribbons. Each chair now is individually marked by an appropriate brass plaque. Certificates, noting the honor, have been mailed to the honorees families. The photo below records the event.

KIA/POW Ceremony - Assembled Classmates, Billie and Paul Tuzo smile with Bob Kalisch Annapolis Fall Football Navy's football season had its ups and downs this year. Although it was a building year, the enthusiasm of Coach Weatherby and the team's early performance gave rise to optimistic hopes that failed to materialize. Nevertheless, the tailgate spirit remained high throughout the year as the following pictures show;

Sporty Bannerman, Nancy Stuart, Pat and Kit Kitterman at the Kent State Tailgate in September '98

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Pete Hilgartner, Kit Kinerman and Milt Shaw - Kent State, September '98. Out-of-towners with a "local boy"

Back row: Eileen Gambke, Mel Cunningham, Harriet Nehaz, Fed Gambke, Front row: Jim Nehaz, Shirley Dimcan, Bill Duncan, Dottie Cunningham

The Gambke family Fred Gambke provided a photo taken at the Wake Forest game. It is a pleasure to see some new faces in the mail bag.

'51 Tailgate wide angle view Pete Hilgartner took the above photo with his new wide angle lens. It provides a vivid view of a typical '51 football tailgate gathering. I hope Shipmate can do this photo justice. The print Pete provided really is impressive!

Homecoming Weekend Dinner This year, the venue for the Homecoming Dinner shifted from the Bay Ridge Iim, which no longer exists, to the Annapohs Elks Club. As always. Bob Small handled the arrangements in superb fashion. The new location is easy for all to find, has plenty of parking and serves a scmmptious (archaic word) meal. The '51 tumout was good; the following pictures attest to the fun time had by all. If the captions are a bit vague on some of the pictures, your scribe apologizes. He remains at die mercy of what he is provided. If the photos aren't labeled, we do the best we can.

The '51 "hats" assemble to support Navy. Homecoming weekend '98

Pete Hilgartner and his "harem." The Marines have always done well Clare and Ward de Groot with Nancy Stuart

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were Jackie and Joe Brenkle. Paul enclosed the following two pictures all labeled in proper form to aid the editor.

Paul Clark (left) and Bill Harper in Bill's home Phoenix

Al and Nanc\ RLiithel: Bob and Ruth Small enjoy the results of Bob's arrangements

"Beau" and Ann Dietrich join Jim and Fredda Winnefeld From The Mail Bag Email is a wonderful method for communicating Class news. Maybe, it's time to change the tifle of this section. Like the Navy, maybe '51 too can become "Network-centric." (I have never been impressed with "buzzwords.") Anyway, the email report forwarded from Rick Richard is quoted as follows: Ashby Reardon, BIU Vonier, Dave Ghysels and Rick Richard attended the inaugural meeting of the new USNA AA Naples/Ft. Meyer Chapter. Bill Vonier and Dave Ghysels both had been prime movers in getting the Chapter started and both were elected by acclamation as officers of the new Chapter..."

Rick goes on to state that local '51ers are always welcome and more members from the area are invited to join.

Al Raitbel forwarded two photos he forgot to include in his recent column. I have selected one showing Nancy and Al in front of Al's old high school, Thomas Jefferson of San Antonio, TX. As Al noted, the school looks good for its ageâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; 68 years. Of course, most of us look good at the same age. They just built things better in those days.

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Nancy and Al Raithel in front of Thomas Jefferson High - San Antonio, TX; Everything improves with age A letter from Paul Clark (2892 Peg Lane, Fayottevill, AR 72703) reports on his recent trip to visit three "alive and kicking" Classmates.

Paul's itinerary led him first to visit Claudie and Dick Rasmussen, now in San Diego. Dick is still working; he claims that "...honest work is better than golf." I'm not sure all would agree, but Dick avows "...work is his avocation." More to the point, Paul reports ".. .Dick has a beautiful home in the Coronado Cays with a 35 foot sloop parked in the backyard." So much for the workahohc image! Paul's next stop was a visit to Sue and Bill Harper in Phoenix, AZ. The important news is that; "...Sue is still flying; shuttling the Episcopal Bishop around his territory." (/ wonder, does the Bishop get frequent flyer miles?) The last stop on Paul's rambling was at Tucson to join a reunion of the 69th Tactical Missile Squadron. Among the, "40 old graybeards and young wives" assembled.

Paul again, this time with Joe Brenkle in Tucson on 5 October '98 Of equal importance to my readers, Paul reports he recently purchased a small house with a guest room. He states his accommodations are as good as the nearby Motel 6 and the price is better Humorous letters are always a pleasure for the editor, who sometimes tires of straight unadorned facts. Such a letter was received from Charlotte lacona. She reports that the lacona vacation this year was spent at the Duke University, Fitness-Wellness Center for training in behavioral modifications to exercise and eating. Charlotte made a few humorous remarks about oversized, but interesting, guests which I will not quote, but enjoyed reading. She and Mike are staying with the program. I can attest to their success after joining them at the Stockdale's for the annual A/N party. The picture, again with the subjects identified by the writer, was taken at Mike's 70th birthday party held in Shadyside, MD. The stranger in the back row is a new ensign: Jake Staub '98. Welcome Aboard, Jake!

An incomplete letter (no salutation or other data) was enclosed in the package received from our Corresponding Sec'y. One supposes that the shock of the Navy loss to Army temporarily addled the usually smoothly functioning Ginder brain. Anyway, what I have been able to deduce is Mary and Bill Smith have spent much of the last year crisscrossing the United States. They report visiting Classmates, relatives and friends in North Carolina, Ohio, South Dakota, Wyoming, Colorado, Texas, Florida and Massachusetts. Of course, there must have been a number of unmentioned intervening States.

AAA and the petroleum industry must be in love with these people!

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information about Rob Roy failed to make it into the last Shipmate column I produced. Thus a repeat; in case you all forgot, or, as is more likely, I goofed. Patricia and Rob reside in Fort Walton Beach, FL. They proudly report four children and thirteen grandchildren, ten boys and three girls. Talk about sexual bias! Rob is a retired USAF colonel with a distinguished postretirement career in industry, academia and business. He is a Carona Honoree at the Smithsonian Institute for his work on the Carona Space Program. Currently, Rob is in business with his son. developing software for the USAF. This month's column is filled with news about those of us who never seem to rest.

Paul Tomb provided picttwes from the hallowed home of all submariners. New London, CT. The first picture was taken onboard NAirriLus (SSN-571). She is now retired as a floating exhibit at the Submarine Museum in Groton, CT. The photo shows (in addition to the typical New England fog), Oscar Webber and ADM Bmce Demars, a notable submarine admiral and successor to Kin Mckee as head of the N a w ' s Nuclear Program.

Tomb, Webber and Demars onboard NAUTILUS The second photo is probably of real historic importance, since it shows Paul wdth the only known former Marine (our Classmate) W.P.T. BMI to become eimieshed in the tar baby of submarine constmction. I'd like to say that both the Marines and Electric Boat benefited from the change but that might be partially wrong. I can only surmise that the Marines lost one of their

"Few Good Men," but I can attest, from personal experience, as a member of the crews of three submarines built at EBCO, that Pete was superb in his role as a submarine builder. He actually seemed to enjoy the turmoil of the shipyard.

Maybe, Marine training?

Pete Hill and Paul Tomb - Mystic. CT. 1998 For those deeply concemed about the status of wildlife in Maryland, the following picture explains the recent sharp drop in migratory wild fowl. Pete Hilgartner provided this "on-thescene" photo of Lowell Stockdale and Pete after a day of "...reducing overpopulation."

Pete. Lowell, decoys and their "catch" Pete claimed they would have bagged more had they been able to throw the dog higher.

A short letter from "Pappy" Sears enclosed a photo taken during Asbby Reardon's visit to Hawaii. I include the photo with the comment that all three gentiemen appear to be 'in the pink.' Unfortunately, the colunm will appear in B&W and the "blooming" health of all three will not be appeu-ent.

1 to r: Pappy Sears, Ashby Reardon and Buzz Bibby It was a pleastu-e to find in this month's mail bag a letter from an old friend. Bob Innes. I seem to remember that Bob and I shared the same "drag house arrangements" many years ago. The letter enclosed a pictiu-e of Nancy and Bob, at this year's Army/Navy game. If the Brigade in the background wasn't enough evidence, the smiles make it obvious that the photo was taken before the game.

Nancy and Bob Innes at the 1998 Army/Navy game In his letter. Bob took exception to conunents in the December '98 issue of Shipmate regarding superannuated airplane drivers. He enclosed a photo of himself, at 7 1 , ".. .sharing the joys of flying with granddaughters. Kate and Sarah." Of course, I note that the photo shows flying accouterments and airplanes in the background but no real evidence of actual flight.

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Bob Innes. wuh his granddaughters. Kate and Sarah Jack Hamilton sent a number of pictures taken on a recent Crip to the South. AU were of interest, but space limits prevent showing them. I will pass some on to next month's editor. The two that immediately caught my attention were those that proved what I have suspected all along! They all don't wear shoes in Pensacola!

Taken at the home of Lou Sarosdy, the first photo shows Lou, Jack Hamilton, John Butts and Frank Liberatto, as always, distinguished and suave, just what one would expect from ' 5 1 .

But, the tmth is revealed in the second picture.

Here, we confirm what has always been suspected.

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Lou Sarosdy, Jack Hamilton, John Butts dignity personified Shoes are optional in Pensacola. Can the readers discem who the true "country boy" is?

Who is the country boy?

Bancroft Hall Doings For those who may have forgotten, '51 sponsors the 16th Company. This association has been an excellent one, in part because of the enthusiasm of the Midshipmen who join '51 at an annual tailgate during the football season and find other ways to further our interactive relationship. They recently invited a number of the Washington and AnnapoUs '51ers to luncheon in King Hall, followed by a golf toumament. The luncheon was great fun.

Afterwards, a number of our Classmates enjoyed a tour of the 16th Company spaces in Bancroft.

In spite of a heavy rain, a few golfers ventured out on the course. It seems strange that no one has reported the results of the obviously hardfought golf match. No doubt the Mids are too respectful, and the '51ers too embarrassed. The successful association between the 16th and '51 has been facilitated by the efforts of Wake Stometta. Wake has maintained close contact and has done a superb job of being "our man in Bancroft Hall." This fall, the Class board of directors responded to an urgent plea from the 16th Company Midshipman Wardroom Officer to provide funds to replace wom out Wardroom fumiture. In a team effort that was most effective, Lowell Stockdale provided Wake with the information that the GSA managed an operation that refurbished used govemment fumiture. This source offered good quality merchandise at much less than even "commercial prices." With this information, the 16th Company and their enlisted advisor ATCM McKay (Photo above with Wake) had the paperwork prepared in a matter of a day and, using transportation that only good MCPOs can obtain, had the fumiture in Bancroft Hall hours later. The result is that, at lower cost, '51 was able to replace all of the couches in the Wardroom with matching leatherette couches. By the time you all read this, the new fumiture will have been "commissioned" in an appropriate ceremony.

Wake Stometta joins MCPO McKay in a cup of coffee in Bancroft Hall The efficient exchange of information between '51 and the 16th Company is assisted in no small way by MIDN 1/C Larissa Salazar. Larissa provides Sam Ginder a monthly news report on the doings of the 16th. Excerpts from her report find their way into this column as space permits.

We appreciate very much this extra effort on Larrissa's part. As is customary with all great columnists, I include herewith a picture of my field reporter, together with Wake and the 16th Company Officer, LT Mark Carter.

MIDN 1/C Larissa Salazar, LT Carter and Wake Sometimes we have the pleasure of enjoying a reunion within a reunion. Fred Gambke provided the following foto of the Class of '51 members of the '48 football team that tied Army, 21-21. Since the foto was taken in Bancroft HaU, I have decided to place it in the "Bancroft Hall Doings" portion of this column. I am sure the sea stories that accompanied the reuniuon brought back many memories, no matter how tme the stories were.

Last Call The Class of '51 lost a stalwart member on 25 November when RADM Doug Mow '51 died of a massive heart attack. Doug epitomized the tme meaning of the word gentleman. A wonderful

friend, a great naval officer, a loving father, and husband to Rosalie. He will be sorely missed.

His obituary appears in this issue of Shipmate.

His record of service to the Navy, his country and society is truly impressive.

Final Thoughts Preparing this month's column has been a bittersweet task. It is the Christmas season, and, as I write this, the house is filled with the smells and sounds of a season of joy and anticipation.

Yet at the same time, young men and women, some the children and grandchildren of Classmates, are risking their lives in the Near East, a president is under close scrutiny, and the happiness of the holidays is marred by reports of the illness and death of close friends; some Classmates and some otherwise. For many of diverse religious persuasions, this dichotomy between the hope of the season and personal sorrow, produces challenge and confusion. My wish is that the strength of the individual beliefs of each of you and the inherent strength and goodness of our Country will ultimately bring to all the blessings of a New and Happy Year ahead. God Bless! Guy Shaffer

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Pres; CAPT Vmcent J. Manara, USN (Ret) Sec'y: CAPT Leigh Ebbert, USN (Ret.) 2514 Culpeper Road, Alexandria, VA 22308-2133 e: J-L.Ebbert@worldnet.att.com This new year is moving right along. Having caught our breath from the dark ages gettogethers plus the holiday festivities, we can look forward to spring. Jean and I are ready to retum to MAASDAM for another cmise. We had a delightful trip through the Panama Canal in December. Leaving on the day of the A-N game for Acapulco, we slid out of range for important news, like who won! I had to ask about the A-N game details when we retumed. Thank you, Jan Rapkin, for the essential details.

The Northwest Chapter gathered for the second year at the home of Wendy and George Barry in Redmond, WA to view the A-N game.

From Chuck Seeger, "We had a great time socializing, and a not-so-great time watching the fourth quarter. There was lots of conversation along with food and drinks. Marty McRorie won most of the football pool money.

Marty McRorie, Chet McRorie During a short "business' meeting I was reelected Chapter president (in spite of my vigorous objections) for another year.

Attendees (shown in the two pictures): Mary Jane and Fred Adair, Wendy and George Barry, Ron Campbell. Angela and Glenn Driver, Ralph Enos. Judy and Whit Hanson. Loretta and

Northwest Chapter Les Hewitt, Marty and Chet McRorie, Bea and Jim Niederkrome, and Susie and Chuck Seeger Our next event is the Dark Ages Party on 27 March at the Seegers in Bremerton.

If any' 52ers have plans to be in the great Northwest aroimd that time, we would love to have you join us. Our phone number is 360-377-7588.

Thank you very much. Chuck, for the invitation and for the pictures.

Washington, D.C. and AimapoUs Classmates and famiUes gathered at the Wevs in AimapoUs to watch the game. They were joined by the Baileys, Manaras, Argiros, Fakourys, Sierers, Ryans, Denfelds, Smiths, Spencers, Tom Thawley and Susan Kephart. Lockes, Steins, Avallones, NuimeUeys, Lancasters, Bress, Pat Lockwood, and Jim Troutman. I understand that except for the score, it was a grand aftemoon.

Related to the A-N game, there was a "History of Navy Football" program aired on the west coast in November, accortUng to Lefty Lavrakas '43.

Forwarding me a copy of his letter to the Athletic Director to me, he commended the program as, "an excellent, inspirational program for an old graduate." His criticism, and personal regret was the failure to include any reference to the 1950 A-N game and specifically Zug Zastrow's role in that game. His note to me acknowledges this lack:

I have been someone who has done all he could to ensure that newspaper coverage before and after the game was made available to the USNA Athletic Department. For instance. PuUtzer-prize winner. Art Daley, of the New York Times used a variety of metaphors in Sunday and Monday columns after the game to describe the phenomenal Army setbackâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;'Gang-tackUng' and 'Zug-chugging' were two of his terms.

Thank you for this information. Lefty.

One of the deUghts of the recent hoUday season was an open house hosted by the Manaras. I saw a number of people there that I hadn't seen in a long time. Red Stein has moved to the area. It was nice to see Thyra and Larry Valade, and Betty and Frank Hannegan (Frank remarried in November).

Christmas included email greetings. Howard McCollum wished us weU and announced that the latest revision to the Class web pages are up and running (www.usna.com and then choose the box marked Classes). He would appreciate any feedback. Vemice and Bill Knutson sent greetings and wished everyone a happy and healthy New Year. Rosemary and Walt Locke suggested that our Class web page be linked to Portney's Ponderables at http;//gcs.glypliix.com/ lit/q.qry and commented, "an interesting, entertaining and educational site originated and maintained by Joe." Using the more traditional? snail mail, Jim Troutman's "End of Season Reportâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Yacht ANSER 1998" highlighted that his team earned the Severn River Yacht Club Championship, and he passed on Holiday Greetings.

Vince received a nice letter from RADM Ron Marryott '57, thanking us once again for; your generous gift of sponsoring the Alumni Association Christmas Tree... I look forward to next year's ceremony, as I know it will be even more popular with the Ward One residents, the Naval Academy and Alumni Association famiUes. The Honor Chair for the remembrance of Martha Califf and Peggy Keane is completed and is located in Section V, Row 14, Seat 3 of the Alumni Hall. We are thankful to the Class of 2002 for then- contribution to this project.

Go Navy Northwest Chapter Ladies

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53 Jim and Jim Jim Link sends the picture of him and Jim Keane taken during Plebe Summer. "We thought we were 'hot you know whats' then. I remember him well and miss his smiling face at many occasions. You know what I mean." Thanks, Jim, and send us the pictures of your A-N gathering with West Pointers in the Eglin AFB area.

John Owen sent a clipping from the Kansas City Star dated 13 November titied, "After the legend, meet the man." The picture in the clip shows Jim Lovell talking with students at the Alta Vista Education Center during a visit to the campus of DeLaSalle Education Center in Kansas City. Thanks, John.

The December Newsletter, South Run Source, from a local Northem Virginia recreation center (REC), recaps the achievements of Lois and Dick Smith and Phil Case. The lead line, "South Rim was a powerhouse at the 1998 Virginia Senior Games, thanks to the fitoess stalwarts who train regularly at our REC." Vince ran into John McWilliam in November He is stiU in the Washington, D.C. area at the Buchanan House in Crystal City.

Bill Sberar in a letter to the Commanding Officer NavSta Annapolis commenting on USNA activities, included an article on the yawl.

HIGHLAND LIGHT. The article from the October issue of Latitude 38 magazine summarized some of her history describing her as, "the 67-ft Frank Paine cutter whose record in the 1932 Bermuda race stood for 24 years. By a strange twist of fateâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;namely that her original owner died cUmbing K2 and willed the boat to the Navyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; she became the first yacht donated to the Naval Academy," and further that "HIGHLAND LIGHT was going up for auction at the federal yard in Long Beach..." The date of the auction was 24 October. Bill, thank you. What happened next?

Supporting our gathering of information for the 50th, please send along information about Classmates, about children attending Service Academies, authors (we know about Punchy Gillcrist, are there others?), artists etc. I'll be glad to print the information in the column and forward it to the committee assembling the Reunion Book.

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Regular Membership: 45% Life Membership: 24%

Pres: CAPT A.E. (Gus) Hubal, Jr. USN (Ret.) 6449 Johns Road; Falls Church, VA 22043 h; 703-533-3041; work fax: 703-534-8005 Sec'y: LCOL David B. Jones, USAF (Ret.) 1 Harbourside Drive, Apt. 1-701 Defray Beach, FL 33483 p: 561-278-8325; e; djlocker@flips.net Webmaster: Paul Dudley e: pauld53@earthlink.net http://home.earthlink.net/~pauld53/usna53 I goofed up last month. I changed the header of this column showing that we had a new Class president and I pointed it out to the Shipmate staff, but I didn't mention it in the body of the column. I offer my abject apologies to our new president, CAPT Augustine E. (Gus) Hubal, USN (Ret.). Gus officially takes office on 1 January, which is three days from now (by now, as I'm writing this in late December). Congratulations to Gus and to Judy. I'm sure they will do a great job in leading us into the new millennium. We are a little bit lucky, as we have had the Hubals as leaders before, and we know that they do good work. Congratulations to our outgoing president, Dave Frost and his charming wife, Dolores, as well. They also did a great job and it was fun getting to have an occasional meeting at The Federal Reserve. Thanks for all your work, Dave.

The annual USMA/USNA Class of 1953 preArmy/Navy game luncheon was held on 2 December at the Fort McNair Officer's Club and was a great success. Joyce and Don McVay did their usual super job in making all the arrangements. We were honored to have some distinguished guests, including the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Commandant of Midshipmen, the 23rd Company officer, the Midshipman Company commander and the Wardroom Rep, as well as three of the Navy cheerleaders. The guests definitely added some pizzazz to the luncheon. With the way the game went on Saturday, it is probably fair to say that the luncheon was the high point of the week.

Thanks, Joyce and Don. It was a good party, and a unique one. As far as I know, we are the only Class that does this on a yearly basis.

The Army/Navy game was more of the same.

However, if you have seen any of Navy's games this year, it could have been expected. The kids played hard, but they had a very poor defense.

The Army defense wasn't much better, which was about all that made the game as close as it was. Of course the fumble our fullback made, as he was about to cross the goal line, really hurt. I watched the Air Force team play the University of Washington in the Oahu Bowl. The difference between Air Force, Army, and Navy is like the difference between night and day. Air Force has a real team, with a good defense and a good offense. Yet, they supposedly operate under the same mles and restrictions that we have to live with. They must know something, and my question is "when are we going to leam what they know and then put this knowledge into practice?"

Norma and Bob Raffaele again hosted their annual A/N game bmnch. The get-together and the food and drink was marvelous. There were a lot of us in attendance and we had a wonderful time until about the middle of the aftemoon, when we lost another game. Joyce Flynn doesn't say we lost, she prefers to say we came in

second, but that really doesn't cut it. We lost that A/N game, just like we have lost 30-some straight Notre Dame Games. It is getting old. As the A/N game ended. Hart Sebring mouthed "Wait till next year." I hope so.

On the bad news front, Al Higginbotham notified me that Linda's dad, ADM Lester Orin Wood '31, passed away on 2 December and was buried on 8 December at the Academy cemetery.

We send the Higginbothams our most sincere condolences, as well as the rest of the family.

The Christmas letter from Liz and Cricket Johnson, reported that Liz's mother also had passed away. This came as a shock to me, as Liz and Cricket had just been up to Grand Marais, MN, to help her mother celebrate her 99th birthday in September, and I had thought she was going strong. Of course one must be awfully strong to get to 99. We send all the Johnsons our most sincere condolences, as well.

In an earlier letter, Don Hente advised me he had heard from Bill Harrison. Bill told Don that he had been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease, which is not a good thing to hear.

However, Bill says that he is in good shape and exercises regularly, which should help him in his fight against the disease. He is playing golf as often as possible and even had a hole-in-one in July. Regular exercise and medication to help slow down the onset of symptoms, give Bill some hope. We are pulling for you. Bill, and I'm sure everyone else in the Class will as well.

People desiring to get in touch with Bill can reach him at: 313 Sundew Drive, Belleville, IL 62221:618-234-3703.

Karen and Bill Trueblood are charging ahead with the planning for our Hawaii cruise and Navy football trip in November of 1999. As I reported earlier, 45 couples indicated interest at the Reunion, and so far, I think about 15 of those couples have already booked cabins on the cmise and made reservations at the Hale Koa in Hawaii. There is still room for more, so if you have never cmised around the islands, or seen a game between Navy and the University of Hawaii, call Karen and Bill right away. They can be reached at; 410-956-4380; 409 Westbury Drive, Riva, MD 21140-1410; wtmebl409@aol.com. Come join the fun.

Jack Morrison gave me a letter, with several pictures, reporting on an old event and two more recent ones. Jack was reminded of the old event by a picture I had mn of a Classmate at Antarctica and my question as to whether any other '53ers had been there. Jack went there in 1962 to install a nuclear reactor. He was there courtesy of Tom Mitchell, who fingered him for Martin Marietta. The company, and Tom, realized as they were about to ship the reactor to the ice, that no one on the start up team had ever actually started a nuclear power plant. Tom knew that Jack had just returned from the Arctic where he had a devil of a time starting, but was ultimately successful in getting an Army reactor plant on line. Besides Tom, Bill Hall was also down there with them. The plant went critical and was started at 8:45 a.m. one moming in March, and Jack was on a Coast Guard helicopter chasing the last ice breaker out of McMurdo at 8:50 (his contract called for him to leave by the time the last mode of transportation to New Zealand left). He did get back to the ice in 1963 for about a month to do some reactor maintenance and repair. Jack enclosed a picture of him kneeling among a bunch of penguins on a very rocky and barren shore. The penguins look a little like short and very short-armed fat Mids in some kind of open jacketed Dress Blues. You

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wUl have to accept my description, as the picture is a little dark and probably wouldn't have printed well. Besides, Jack wants to be sure he gets it back.

The other events involve trips that Betsey and Jack have taken in the last couple of years. In 1996, they went to Alaska and did a spUt land/ sea trip. They took the MV NEW AMSTERDAM north and then started the land portion of the trip in Skagway riding the White Pass narrow gauge raUway over the ChiUcoot Pass into White Horse.

Like most later day travelers, they could hardly believe that the old miners made it over the pass on foot with all their supplies. From White Horse, they went on to Dawson, Eagle, Chicken, Tok, Fairbanks, and finally on to Anchorage, via Denali. Jack says "As you have written before, it is a trip no one should miss." The picture shows Jack outside of the world famous Red Dog Saloon. Jack's final picture shows Jack with the birthday present Betsey gave him when they were on a trip to Greece and Turkey in 1997. The Smithsonian tour guide helped Betsey find this real belly dancer to dance for Jack when the group was having diimer and touring a mg factory outside of Kusadasi, Turkey. Jack says, "it was great," but doesn't indicate whether the "great" applied to the dancer, the dinner, the mgs or aU three. He recommends the Greece and Tiu-key trip, but wams that there is some strenuous walking and hill climbing involved.

"Most of the acropoU are very steep and uneven.

I lost five pounds on the trip, even though I ate Uke a horse." Thanks Jack, I (Udn't realize you had all that nuclear background.

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Jack Morrison with his birthday presentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a real belly dancer Margot and Tom Southerland have retumed from leading two separate safaris in South Africa and Botswana. I talked to Tom the other day, and he said the trips went weU and that they may have seen more animals on these two trips than they have on any of the other of their trips. In fact, Tom said they might have been too "up close and personal" with some of the animals. At one point, Tom was chased by a young bull elephant. He thought the elephant was just sort of ambling in his general direction, but when the animal began to move out right at him, Tom said it got a little serious and he discovered he had some long-unused speed gears of his own. At one camp, they were in the end tent and discovered that a pride of lions had the next spot.

Tom said they roared all night. He said they were way too close for Margot, and a Uttie close even for him. I'm sort of glad we weren't at that camp. We picnicked a couple of hundred yards from two lions in the Ngorongoro Crater on our trip with the Southerlands several years ago. Of course, Margot and Tom found a few more birds that they had never seen. As mentioned last month, the Southerlands are planning an AustraUa trip for the Class in June of 2000,1 think. You can contact Tom at: princetonnaturetours @msn.com; 609-683-1 111; or 609-924-5258.

Bill Britton sent me a copy of a message he got from Pat Adams, George Adams' widow.

She told Carolyn and Bill that on 21 October, she and her friend, Beth, went up to the Grand Canyon. It was a rainy foggy day, not a day for views. They hiked down the trail, or slid down the trail, as it was pretty muddy. They came to a place where there was a big beautiful rock outcrop and a huge pine tree. "I looked down the hillside and the stones were the same color as George's bone fragments, so that was where we decided to scatter his ashes. It was a very satisfactory place." They slogged their way back up the hill and came out looking like drowned rats, but they had accomplished their mission.

Thanks, Bill and Pat. Sally and I were at the Canyon about a month earlier and spent a lot of time looking down that trail. I'm sure Pat found a good place.

Al Higginbotham sent me a copy of an email exchange between him and Nat Stater. Al was trying to talk Nat into coming to the 45th and

Nat explained that they could not make it, as they were going to Iowa to pick up a new motorhome that they had ordered for delivery in early November Nat also said they were closing up their summer place in Pagosa Springs, CO, and would retum to their winter quarters in Tucson. Thanks, Al. I'm going to save a lot of news from people Uke Joe Gildea, John Hyatt, Dick Albright, Bettye and Chuck Boyer, Bob Fuzzy Knight, Irv Boeskool, Jill Prickett, Fred Mann, Bill Hall, Pat and George Hall, Joyce and Pat Flynn, Otto Wills, Jenks Jenkins and one or two others who sent in Christmas news.

We are packing now for the trip to Defray Beach and will depart tomorrow, so I'm short of time and also I want to mn some of the great pictures that Ed Chase took at the Reunion. Ed gave me copies of all the pictures he took at the Reunion so we will have pictures of his for months to come. Thanks, Ed. The pictures are great and I really appreciate your efforts and aU the time you spent covering our Reunion for us.

As always, you came through Uke a champ. They show; two of Don Metz's old basebaU teammates. Rod Hegarty and Stubby Cbace. The one of Randy Randall is the one Ed said was one of the best pictures he has ever taken. Ed is right. It is a great picture of Randy. You will also see Jean Gourlay, Don Dahlgleish and Bill Gourlay; old ffiends Irv Boeskool and Bill Britton; Peg and Doug Binney; Joan and Bob Lowell with Arlis Simmons; Dick Albright and Kent Curl. Another shows our web master in a sort of ethereal pose. His head seems to be floating in from the right side of the picture. I am, of course, talking about Paul Dudley, who works long, long hours making our Class web page the success that it is. Paul is sneaking up on Classmates Glen Hatch and Hawley Brooks.

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The first, is of Tom Southerland with a lovely granddaughter wearing a familiar looking uniform. Jill Prickett, Bruce Prickett's widow, gave the next picture to us at the Reunion. It shows Bmce with one of his grandchildren. It was one of the last shots taken of Bmce. The final shot, is of a Tenth Company Classmate who was coming back to his first Reunion since graduation—Bethel Massie, with her husband.

Dr. Sam Massie. Another Tenth Companymate, Fred Mann, took the picture. It was great to see Sam again and to finally get to meet Bethel.

Thanks to all of you good Tenth Company people.

Bethel and Sam Massie That is it for this month. Don't forget Class luncheons are held on the first Tuesday of each month at the Fort McNair Officer's Club at 11:30 a.m. Sally and I will be in Defray Beach when you read this. Our phone number there is; 561278-8325. Our maiUng address and email address are at the top of the column. Keep sending me your news and seriously think about the Hawaiian and Australian trips. Hope you all had a wonderful holiday season. We were iced in at our cabin for Christmas. Made us realize why we like Florida in the winter. Stay healthy, active and happy. And next year, let's beat both Army and Air Force! Cheers to all, Dave

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Pres; COL Fitz W. Woodrow, USMC (Ret.) Sec'y; CAPT Oliver Shearer, Jr. USN (Ret.) 9615 Podium Dr., Vienna, VA 22182-3338 h: 703-938-5211; e: ovshearer@erols.com; www.erols.com/willyaye/USNA54/Index.htm Class News Class election results are: Chairman (President): Fitz W. M. Woodrow Jr.; 1st ViceChairman: James F. Bell; 2nd Vice-Chairman: Herbert A. Hope, Jr.; Secretary: Oliver V. Shearer, Jr.; Treasurer: Frederick J. Franco, Jr. 360 ballots were received and counted. First order of business will be to update/revise our Class Constitution. Fitz Woodrow soon will be appointing a committee to undertake this task.

These election results were sent out by email on 29 December 1998 and by U.S. mail the first week in January 1999.

Class of '54 web site address: www.erols.com/ wiUyaye/USNA54/Index.htm Webmaster address: Classof54@thenavy.com Last Call We were saddened to leam from Bill Daniels that Walt Nix died suddenly mid-aftemoon on 24 December. For those of us who knew Walt, and his family and friends, it will be a great loss.

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Bilyeu. Ager. Hay, Hoover. Hinkle memorial services were to be conducted in Memphis foUowed by burial at Arlington National Cemetery.

There have been requests from several Classmates to change thefr tide on address labels originating from the Class Address Directory.

This is the directory maintained by Jack Wildman. ff you want to change your tide from what it is now to something else (e.g., Mr. Jack Sprat to Jack Sprat, or Mr. to RADM or CAPT. or BGen) please send the change to Jack WUdman 144 Hearthside Lane WiUiamsburg, VA 23185 or email tojwildman@widomaker.com

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Army-Navy Football Game What a (Usappointment! Several groups of Classmates were reported to have gathered to watch the game Uve and on TV. Perhaps the largest of these was the one organized by Jim Hay and Jim Healy that congregated at the Sheraton Hotel in Wilmington, DE, for the weekend.

Bill Hoover entertained with cocktails, in his room Friday night, foUowed by a Classmate and wives dinner in the hotel restaurant.

Eugene (Booge) Stevenson, Bilyeu and Ager Restaurant scene catches, left to right: Ann Jordan. Ed Tipshus, Sandy Tipshus,01Ue Shearer, Mary Dee Shearer, Louie Jordan. See photo below.

After dinner, Ed Tipshus led a number of us around the streets of Wilmington to the famous Dupont Hotel where we viewed Christmas decorations and he treated us to after-dinner drinks. After returning from the game at Philadelphia on Saturday, we all met at Kid Sheleen's Restaurant (arranged by Jim Healy) for cocktails and a delightful meal. Ed's photo of one table. L to R are: Frances Tiemey, BiU Hoover, Nan Hoover, Jim Healey. Betty Conboy, Nancy Chuday, Sylvia Healy. and John Tiemey.

Attending were: Marty and Denny Ager, Mary Kay and Buster Bilyeu, Betty Conboy, Nancy Chuday, Ruth and Jim Hay. Cindy and Jim Healy, Nan and Bill Hoover. Muriel and Dave Hinkel, Ann and Louie Jordan. Mary Dee and OUie Shearer, Sandy and Ed Tipshus. and Frances and Stuart Tierney '45. On Sunday moming after bmnch, we headed home, having enjoyed '54 camaraderie despite a bitter loss to Army in the 4th quarter the day before.

Christmas Luncheon We had a good tumout of 60 Classmates and wives for the Christmas Limcheon at Army-Navy Country Club, arranged by Fitz Woodrow. Jim Bell brought Jack Heil in on an ambulance cot from Jack's nursing home and he enjoyed visiting and chning with us. Since Jack is confined to bed and has tUfficulty reatUng or watching TV, he would appreciate any audio tapes (music/book) that anyone would send him.

A Classmate donated a ratho/cassette player to aid in his entertainment. Jack's address; ColUngswood Nursing Center 299 Hurley Avenue Ro ckville, MD 20850.

Classmate News Received this travel report from Jamie Deuel; Carol and I have just returned from a 28-day European holiday. This has been a year of discovery for us to China, the Dominican RepubUc, a SCUBA diving Drip off Mexico's Cabo San Lucas with one of my daughters, and now this.

We traveled by plane, train, bus, car. subway, boat, and on foot on this self-catered trip. Our route included portions of Italy (lovely northem lakes and old Roman cities). Heidi's Switzerland.

Germany (Bavaria and Wurtemberg). France (EU "capital" Strasbourg, Rheims. and Paris) and, for you geography buffs, a country whose capital city is Vaduz.

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Deuel in Locamo. Switzerland During that time we were able to connect with two Classmates, Max Anacker and Tom Banfield. who are living overseas. Both were missing from our 40th Year Book (both now on email) and each has had a fascinating career.

Max, and his beautiful bride of 25 years, Marianne, met in the U.S. while he (never commissioned due to a leg problem) was working for Dow Chemical. With his strong German language capabihty, he was soon assigned European posts which delighted Swiss national Marianne to no end. Today she is the Director of Human Resources for a multinational company, and Max commutes from their Maienfeld (near the Austrian border) home to Le Havre, France, each week where he is a management consultant. But, about the time you read this, they will have both retired and plan to split their time 50-50 between Switzerland and the U.S., probably a new home near Danville, CA.

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Deuels and Banfields in Paris Almost immediately upon our retum from the holiday, my recently widowed "wife"of 44 years ago, Penn Colvin from Chester, SC, visited us for a week. We had lunch with Mark Byrd, a golf and hunting devotee, and leamed that area resident-Classmate, Sandy Sandiin, and his wife, Terri, have been operating a very successful B&B in Albuquerque's East Mountains, which they are now trying to sell. During Penn's visit, we dazzled him with a Veronica Lake-look alike, but I think he prefers his homegrown, southern belles.

If anyone enjoys catching up with long, lost Classmates I strongly encourage you to send Jack Wildman $5 for a copy of the latest Class Directory. I may have shocked several Classmates, who I called out of the blue, some for the first contact since graduation. It has been really fun talking to Paul Shimek (trial lawyer in Pensacola), Denny Ballou (Professor at Georgia Tech who spent four years in Singapore as a consultant for their new rapid transit system), Frank Dorsey (recovering from a hip replacement ), Wayne Frye (retumed to his Ohio home and is helping his dying town attract new business), and Chet Weymouth (in a small Maine town along the Canadian border).

A local friend of mine planning to visit Hawaii wondered if I knew anyone who could show him around Honolulu. Last year, I had sent a Viennese Composer-Conductor friend of ours to Hawaii and he raved about the tour Bob Gibson provided. This time, I contacted Brad Bassett, who my friend heartily commended. I leamed that Brad is a volunteer in charge of a group who maintain the submarine memorial, BOWHN, at Pearl Harbor. Hugh said BOWFIN is much better maintained than the boat in San Francisco, which he had also visited. Well done, Gino, and thanks!

From Bob Tolg: Barbara and I got together with our Classmates in the Jacksonville area for dinner on Friday night. Seven of us played golf at O-Dark Thirty Saturday morning and then went to Tom C. Watson's house to watch the game. Our fumble when we had the ball on Army's 2 yard line was definitely the turning point. It really was a two touchdown momentum-turner.

News from the Palm Coast; George Bole and Dick Boverie have been appointed to the board of directors of the Palm Beach (Florida) Chapter of the Alumni Association. Congratulations, George and Dick.

Dick Boverie sent the following about Class missileers: The Association of Air Force Missileers has published its first-ever book

describing the history of the U.S. Air Force's missile systems, units and people. Included in a section dedicated to "Special Stories" is a piece entitied "U.S. Naval Academy Class of 1954â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 'Cold War Warriors.'" This piece was excerpted from our outstanding USNA '54 40th anniversary history, produced by editor, Mike Nassr.

Specifically, it is a condensed version of the exceptional missiles and space section, which was written principally by Mike, Al Casey and me. USNA '54 is the only Service Academy Class for which a "Special Story" is included in this history book. However, other Classes also contributed. USNA '54 contributions to USAF missile forces started immediately after our graduation, when a dozen Classmates went into training and then operations for the USAF's first operational surface-to-surface nuclear missile, the Matador. Over the span of years. Classmates assumed substantial roles in development, testing and operation of the range of early and advanced missiles, such as the Atlas and Minuteman strategic ballistic missiles, the Snark intercontinental cruise missile, the Skybolt air-launched ballistic missile, the Bomarc interceptor missile, and air-launched cmise missiles. The development and deployment of the ultimate ICBM, called the MX and the Peacekeeper, were led by Al Casey. A number of Classmates are mentioned in the story: Jack Appel, Ken Bums, Creight Bricker, Al Casey, Fred Clark, Ed Defede, Jim Foster, Al Freer, Dale Gramley, Bob Hertes, Tann Lightsey, Bill Miller, John Miller, Stan Prahalis, Dick Proffitt, Chuck Prohaska, Dick Sassone, Carl Soreco, Harvey Taffett and Dick Boverie. Because a condensed version of the missiles section of our USNA '54 40th anniversary history was used, not all of our Classmates who contributed to USAF missile forces are mentioned. Others included in our USNA'54 40th anniversary history include Don Ayres, Jim Foster, Charlie McLean, Joe Morgan, Mike Nassr and Dick Spencer. John Lyding reports on trip to Portugal. Evelyn and I just completed a trip from Lisbon, Portugal to Fort Lauderdale, FL, on ROTTERDAM. We flew from BWI to Lisbon on 30 November via Newark. After two delightful days in Lisbon, we boarded the Holland American's Flagship ROTTERDAM VI for the Big Band Crossing. The Glenn Miller Band was the feature, with two concerts and dance sessions daily. Our first stop was Ponta Del Gada in the Azores. A planned stop at Horta, Azores was canceled to avoid bad weather. We crossed south of the usual shipping lanes to Nassau, Bahamas. My previous occupation came to the fore as we took a trip in a semi-submersible to view the fish, reefs and a wreck. Next we were off to Fort Lauderdale for the retum flight hom&.(Class Sec'y note: sounds better than those diesel submarine surface transits in the winter.)

Reflections of a Navy Junior, Mike Stroop A common misconception among some Navy officers was that Navy juniors somehow had it made, implying their life was going to be easier, because they had connections. If these were facts, somehow I missed the boat. My experience was that for any single advantage there was more than one with an equal and opposite disadvantage.

My First Class cmise in 1953 was on MISSOURI. Normally First Class cmise would be ranked among life's better experiences. This is your first experience at the top of the heap. Mine wasn't so hot since I had a session with the academic board shortly before we departed. They wanted to discuss the 1.9 that 1 had earned on the

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Thermodynamics final. We quickly reached an agreement that I would try again after the 53 summer cmise on "MIGHTY MOE." I had a Classmate named Rudolph Bermejo.

Rudy was smarter than most and a good friend, but this summer I tried my best to avoid him.

After each evening meal I would wander up to the fantail to get a good seat for the movie. Rudy would appear and drag me off to some remote comer of the big ship. He had my Thermo book, complete with the dam Moliere chart. It was time to study, not watch movies. I thought First Class cmise was for the birds and things couldn't get any worse. Wrong!

One day, as we approached Panama, I got a note to report to the Chief of Staff's office. This was the Admiral's number one side boy and even as a hotshot Firstie, he was someone I didn't hang around with. I was worried. What could he want with me? Had the Academic Board reneged? Had Rudy told him I was hiding from him and not studying, that I had put movies ahead of Thermo in my list of fun things to do?

I knocked on his cabin door and heard the enter command. First Class or not, I felt like a Plebe again and gave him my best brace, finnedout, chin in and all that stuff. He cut me no slack, no "at ease," "carry on," "as you were" or anything to indicate to me that I could relax. He took his time and let me suffer. Finally he told me "Stroop, the Admiral asked me to find you and notify you that the promotion board has met and that your father has been selected for rear admiral." Long pause, still at a brace. Seemed he almost enjoyed the situation. Looking me right in the eye he said "and I want you to know that it won't make a damn bit of difference. You can go now."

Memories of my First Class cmise are as solid today as they were then. They are of my good buddy Rudy, who got me through Thermodynamics and of the cmsty 0-6 who, while in the middle of a situation he didn't like, took the time to refresh my memory of Fluid Dynamicsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the part about stuff flowing downhill! There were eight of us that took the Themo re-exam that summer We lost four, so you can understand why I will always be in debt to Rudy, God rest his soul.

Would like to hear from some of you who haven't checked in for a few years. Stay off the Binnacle List. Your scribe, OUie.

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was a 1998 Alumni Achievement Award recipient. As founder and managing partner of Idanta Partners Ltd., Dave has built a reputation as "one of the nation's leading venture capitalists." Since Dave started the firm in 1971, Idanta has worked with some thirty companies including Prime Computer and Iomega Corp., that have created more than 40,000 jobs. Dave's involvement has been hands-on, serving both companies, mentioned above, as chairman for seventeen and eighteen years, respectively. His particular interest is in improving educational opportunities for new generations of students from disadvantaged and minority backgrounds.

In keeping with this belief, Dave has provided funds to support underprivileged students. Bravo Zulu to Dave Dunn!

Dave Dunn Dick Ellis (16) has sent in a very entertaining vignette conceming Youngster Cmise '52: A short time ago I ran across some pictures that I had taken back when the world was flat and found that we were not as "portly" then as

most of us are at this current moment. The picture was taken in front of the boathouse at Queen's University in Belfast, Northem Ireland, in June of 1952 during our Youngster Cruise.

From left to right are: Lew Gregg (06), Jack Sinnott '53, me, Steve Lowe (11), and kneeling in front, is Chuck Hagee (10). While the really good guys were at Helsinki grabbing up the Olympic Gold, we found ourselves on DES MOINES anchored at the head of the loch about 12 miles to the east of Belfast. Jack Sinnott managed to dmm up a race between our rather mangy group and a four oared with cox from Queen's University. He even convinced the Midshipman's office that we needed an open gangway in order to catch the train up to Belfast every moming.

While the "monthly insult" had just been increased to the grand sum of $7.00 from the previous $3.00 amount, the cost of the train fare was apt to eat into the pocketbook too deeply for us to really enjoy the experience. Ace Davis (20) had, however, stumbled onto a solution in that he had found that the ship's store had a large quantity of sea-stores. Lucky Strike cigarettes that had been marked down to $.25 a carton. Ace indicated that an investment in Luckies might well serve in lieu of the coin of the realm if placed in the right hands once we got ashore.

The cigarettes had apparently been stored for several years in the same compartment with a load of "High Titre" salt water laundry soap, hence the drastic markdown. The cigarettes were as dry as a bone, tasted simply awful, and if one tried to smoke them, they had a tendency to flare up without warning and then bum like a piece of primer cord, much to the smoker's peril. Several of us made a small investment and banked them away for later use.

Ace Davis was correctâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the station master was willing to trade Bangor-to-Belfast tickets for a carton on each of our trips up to Queen's. He couldn't have been a smoker himself, probably passed them off to someone else, for had he smoked one, we would have never been able to make a second trip so inexpensively.

Those classy looking shirts were made by DES MOINES ship's serviceman/tailor. We each contributed a new t-shirt from the C&SS and a midnight trip to the flag bag on the signal bridge provided the blue and gold material for the emblem.

Regular Membership: 37% Life Membership: 26%

Pres: LCDR Dennis Sullivan, USN (Ret.) Sec'y; CAPT Thomas G. Kiefaber, USN (Ret.) 11814 Triple Crown Rd., Reston, VA 20191 h: 703-758-1077; e: KIEF55@aol.com http://members.aol.com/us55na/index.html The dates of our 45th Reunion have changed.

It will now take place on 26-29 October 2000, an "off-Homecoming" weekend. However, nothing else has changed. We still have booked the waterfront Marriott Hotel in Annapolis as well as the Days Inn on Route 50. Washington area Classmates are still planning a great program.

More details will be provided later in this column, via letter, and on the '55 Net. Each spring, the Harvard Business School honors a select group of men and women who epitomize the strengths and accomplishments of their exfraordinary community. David J. Dunn Navy's four oared with cox

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The race came off the last day prior to leaving Nordiera Ireland, Chuck Hagee kept the stroke down to a gentleman's level and we came out ahead with a boat-and-a-half lead at the end.

DES MOINES next went to PorUand, England, and the balance of the sea stores, fortunately, went with us to London. Just prior to heading back to Portland, a group of us including Candy Crimm, Ace Davis, and J.D. Everett (20), among others, convinced Ray Medeiros (03) to take an express trip in a large laundry hamper down the main stairway of the hotel. Ray arrived in the lobby to a great round of applause at the same instant as did a member of the local constabulary, summoned by the manager to quell the riot.

For a short time we thought that the next ato-action on our tour would be our visit to the bar of justice at the Old Bailey. At diat point, Uie balance of the Luckies was put forth as a gesture of goodwill and we made a hasty retreat toward Waterloo Station and the Boat Train back to DES

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I venture this confession with the assumption that the statute of limitations will, by now, have covered our youthful indiscretions.

It would be a shame not to include a bunch of great pictures of Classmates taken recentiy just because I haven't a particular story to go with them (the general story is, "a neat time was had by all"). So, here tiiey are. Call it rolling up the year 1998 in pictorial form. The pictures were taken at football tailgate parties. Class dinner parties, and miscellaneous events "...when two or three shaU meet, and old tales be retold..."

Darrel Westbrook, Steve Lowe and Gary Snyder

George and Marilou Stott

Chariie Plumly, Tom Kiefaber, Ray Hine and Ray Medeiros Jean Westbrook, Karen and Pat Taylor

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Class Executive Committee, Co-Chairmen: CAPT Douglass F. Hayman, USN (ReL) (11) 1387 Stonecreek Road, AnnapoUs MD 22102 e: doughaym@crosslink.net; h: 410-268-0740 COL George Mushaiko, USAF (Ret) (15) 8214 Treebrooke Lane, Alexandria VA 22308 h: 703-768-4543 Members; CAPT Ted Shultz, USN (Ret.) (20) 9832 Arroyo Court, Vienna VA 22I8I h; 703-938-6992 CAPT Jim Van Metre, USN (Ret.) (4) 9006 Nomini Lane, Alexandria VA 22309 h: 703360-5715 Treas: CDR Larry White, Jr., USN (Ret) (12) 1004 White Rock Gap Road, Covington VA 24426 e: thegemttee@aol.com h: 540-862-1300 Sec'y: Pete Randrup (3) 4407 Atwick Road, Baltimore MD 21210 e; hardhead@erols.com h and FAX; 410-243-0552

Out with the stars Yours tmly had the good fortune recentiy to join the Mustins and the MacKinnons for the gala events surrotmding the world premier of the movie "Enemy of the State" in Washington, DC. Hank's sister's daughter, Terry Curtin, is a VP of Pubhc Relations with Walt Disney, and she graciously invited us into the iimer sanctum of movie-dom. We were royally treated to chauffeured service, preferted seating and red carpet treatment at the after-movie party (personal introductions to the stars, inclutUng Gene Hackman). We had a neat time!

Movers John DeZell to: P O . Box 3340, Centt-al Point, OR 97502; George Mead (13) to; 1022 Prospect Street, #503, Honolulu, HI 96822; Norman Palladino (24) to: 1101 Corte Las Holas, Oxnard, CA 93030; John Raster (07) to; 51491 Highland Shores Drive, Granger, IN 46530; William Rentz (09) to; 1780 Weems Road, Locust Grove, GA 30248; and Wayne Shanahan (13) to; c/o Mesa Ridge Office, 1402 WAjo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713.

Heard It On The Grapevine ('55 Net, that is) From "Easy" Ed McHale (03); Hi Gang: Celina and I had the pleasure of attending the bi-annual luncheon of ex-football team members. This event is organized by three guys in the San Diego area, primarily Hugh Webster (12). He was there of course, nursing his new knee job. This is his second luncheon and many of the guys in attendance have had similar operations. Of course, us ex-managers just have aches and pains like everybody else and get no sympathy. Anyway, Webbie did a great job getting out about 40 ex-players, including VADM Jim Stockdale '47. USN (Ret.), who is a board member of the new Military TV Channel. The featured guest was Line Coach, Gene McKeehan, who is a very bright and positive guy. I sat with him so got to bend his ear about our very positive line coach. Homer Hobbs, who used to watch the players with binoculars during time-outs to see if their Adam's apples moved while taking water. Homer's "lean and mean" theory concluded that only sissies (or another less compUmentary name) swallowed water during breaks.

So much for the olden days.

The new guys are up-beat about the future.

Gene told us they seek leadership qualities and

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individuals who can hack academics as well as the military aspects of "being a Midshipman first." I hate to take any credit for Gene's pitch, but I had just mentioned similar things Ben Martin '46 told me many years ago and the attimde we adopted when Capt "Bonzo" Perrich '47, USMC (Ret.), tested us die first day back from summer leave in August '54. After we responded to his "frying" every room, by holding field day and squaring away immediately, Bonzo never missed a practice. The system does work. If you come across any quality high school football players, let the Athletic department know!

From Bart Fordham (16); Carolyn and I went to Lynn and Dan Shields' (16) house for the Army/Navy game last weekend, meeting my other roomie. Bob Smith (16) and his wife, Marilyn, there also. We saw several other '55ers, but were sorry that Charlie Plumly and Pat Taylor and their wives were unable to anend. Despite the horrors of another loss to Army when it was almost a lock for Navy, we had a wonderful time. I am very glad to report that Dan has really improved since his second hip replacement and leg injury, caused when a chair collapsed on him some months ago. He's still hobbled by a cane, but is able to navigate around pretty good, can drive and get around much better than before. And, he's playing the infirmity to the hilt. "Honey, would you get me a drink. Honey, can you get the paper, etc., etc." I go in for a complete left knee replacement on 14 December. My doctor is a joker, so I may end up with a mbber leg or something. I hope to be home about five or six days later, and then the recovery begins. As a sole practitioner, I can assure you that my recovery will be nothing short of a miracle! The bills continue, even if I am not making any money, so watch my smoke!

For 1999, the Washington area social schedule is pretty much the same as last year. Luncheons will be at Portofino Restaurant in Arlington on 18 March, 6 May, 24 June, 26 August, 21 October and 2 December. In addition, Ann and Wes Saunders will host a crab picnic in July, and Ray Hine is working up a golf program to begin in April. We will have our Homecoming Party at Busch's Chesapeake House following the Navy/Akron football game on 23 October Attendance by out-of-towners is an extremely welcome plus to these events, so plan ahead!

Class Executive Committee Co-Chairmen: CAPT Douglass F. Hayman, USN (Ret) (11) e; doughaym@crosslink.net h; (410) 268-0740 COL George Mushaiko, USAF (Ret) (15) e: gmushalko@erols.com h; (703) 768-4543 Members: CAPT Ted Shultz, USN (Ret) (20) e: USNA56@aol.com h; (703) 938-6992 CAPT Jim Van Metre, USN (Ret) (4) e; JimVanM@aol.com h; (703) 360-5715 Treasurer: George C. Heidrich (8) 1162 Old Stage Court, McLean VA 22102 h: 703-821-8567 Secretary; Pete Randrup (3) 4407 Atwick Road, Baltimore MD 21210 e; hardhead@erols.com h and FAX: (410) 243-0552 '56—Photo GaUery This fine offering is brought to us by Bill O'Keefe (10) URL:http://www2.bc.edu/~okeef; e: okeefew@bc.edu h; (617) 326-4960 25 Calvin Rd., Dedham MA 02026 Pass on photos or slides for presentation in the '56 Photo Gallery directiy to Bill O'Keefe.

Class Email Lists & Web Page Directory '56, There is a publication available that contains the current information for Classmates' email addresses and their URL sites. It is distributed by the Class list 56USNA-Coinmon.

Please subscribe to the Prime Class Lists to obtain your issue of the '56 Email and URL Directory. It is issued roughly every month.

'56 Birthdays April 1—Charlie Noble; 2—Townsend; 3 — Olson, Bob Rodgers; 4—Brandt, Brillantes, Gardella, O'Shea, Stefanou, Israel; 6— Chartrand, Keller, Kostesky; 7—Howell, Shillinglaw; 8 —Ball, PJ. Nelson; 9— Bradtmiller; 10—Brokaw; 12—Kuykendall, Langley; 13—Byrom, Stansfield; 14— Culberson; 15—Gaylor, Steele; 16—Connolly; 17—Filley; 18—Crone, Kernes; 19—Oaks; 20— Knetties, Pattin; 21—Flannery; 22—Forster, Groner; 24—Gambarani, Hussey; 25—Cantrell; 26—Motherway, Cliff Peterson, Rich Thomas; 27—Honsinger; 28—Shaefer; 29—Lyle.

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Class Fraternity

Reno in the spring: Dick and Joan Walsh, and Barbara and Bob Harman Dick Walsh (5) reported on his trip west last spring; AA/hile piloting our 37 foot long motor home (a Safari model) west to Oregon, we did the New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada destinations. Making port in Reno, we called again (after 30 years!) on Barbara and Bob Harmon (7). Back then, it was when KITTY HAWK was put into commission in Philadelphia. We stayed several days with them and were given the royal treatment with much Westem hospitaUty, extensive tours, and non-stop gabbing. How good it was to be with old friends again. Hopefully we can entice them to our next big Class Homecoming. Certainly our visit with the Harmans was a definite highlight of our trip.

You can tell by the picmre (above) that we all look great! We're all active as ever with the traveUng, gardening, golfing, and the hiking. The last is the real interest of the Harmans these days.

Bob says, "We hiked most of the Sierras and a lot of the Rockies.'

Bob is fully retired now, and since we saw them, in the above gathering in May, Bob and Barbara have become grandparents! Their granddaughter, Annie, was bom in July. One very nice thing is that Bob and Barbara's children, Catherine and Robert, Jr, live in Reno as well!

Robert, Jr.'s wife is also a Barbara!

Leaving Reno, we made it to Oregon, crisscrossing the state before heading to Idaho, Wyoming and then eastward to home. We covered over 8,000 miles in almost three months! There's so much to see of our beautiful country, and traveling in the motor home is such a great way to travel.

October had John Buckley and Dick Walsh surveying the battiefield at Gettysburg from Little Round Top Lortaine and John Buckley (20) and Joan and Dick Walsh (5) joined in with former servicemates from earlier days at Pearl Harbor back in the '60sâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;two other couples, Betty and Dick Rounds (University of North Carolina) and Ingrid and Mike Caverly (Dartmouth College).

Mike hves in Gettysburg and was a grand guide as we took a personalized tour of die setting of the great Civil War battle. He is a volunteer guide during his free time, so we benefited greatly from his knowledge. John mentioned that Pete and he would be out on the water chasing off the viewers who enter die danger area for the Glenn Shot. As a note, he added that they hoped to catch some fish!

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Within a few hours of each other, I received calls from the Third Company's Philadelphia representatives: Amos Deacon (3) and Dick South (3). Must be the water up that way, for each has a similar laugh, yet each is easily identifiable. Amos traded in his Naval days for a career that had to do with computer memory storage. His operation was successful to the point the Lockeed bought his MDB, Inc. outfit and 'hid' Amos from the trade while they ran with the newly acquired line.

Under his guidance from 1970 through 1990, MDB had achieved many significant developments in its segment of the computer field.

Originally a 'systems' house, it evolved into the design and manufacture of leading technology subsystems and board level controller and communications products for DEC, Data General, Hewlett-Packard. During the early 1980s, Deac pioneered the concept and design of mggedized military and commercial removable storage subsystems.

After waiting out the no-competition clause, Amos started his new firm. Phoenix Intemational System, Inc., of Orange, CA, was established in 1993. It manufactures and integrates fixed and removable mass storage subsystems which plug and play with any computer platform or network for any application. These subsystems can be configured with any storage device or combination for any RAID or server application.

He is well and has Amos III there with him in the company. It was so very delightful hearing his voice again. The last time we met was a chance meeting at the Smithsonian when he and his family came east on a trip. "Can you imagine, that was a short 37 years ago!"

Dick South is still in Spokane, WA, doing his insurance thing. The big new item is that this is the year he plans to get into the email and web business. Seems his kids and old roommates have finally tired him of putting it off. We discussed the possibility of having a westem reunion of the Third Company '56ers. Perhaps one of the Air Force bases with nearby airline service could do the trick. Had a recent lead on our companymate, Gary Christiansen (3) being in the Salt Lake City area. Let's recall our days with Falardeau and Perrich!

'56 Memorial Chairs Consider sending the Class Treasurer three annual payments of $150 each to insure all Classmates shall have a Memorial Chain The actual cost is $300, thus you will self-fund your own memorial, plus provide a cushion for other Classmates as financial needs require Class funding. Also, if you designate funding for a particular Classmate, consider adding the statement to the gift that surplus funds should be used by the Treasurer as needed for other worthy projects.

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

Gatherings

Tidewater '56 Gathering: Bob Rodgers and Jim 'Boom' Cannon recall the happy events of the last golf toumament

Kiiss Burt and Jack McKintyre are caught in the middle of a serious discussion on the effect of not having any Form W's at the Academy these days!

Tidewater Virginia: The sturdy men of '56 and their lovely ladies gathered on 3 December to kick off the holiday season.

Which one told the biggest story: Hoot Foote, Dave Carre, or Mike Gluse

"Say, Fred Adams, do you mind turning around for the camera," prompts Al Gaylor.

Laura and Hoot Foote (12) hosted a wonderful evening for all. It started with cocktails and hor d'oeuvres at their beautiful Virginia Beach home. In good spirits, the gang went on their arranged dining at the Gus' Restaurant the oceanfront restaurant at the Ramada Inn. And what a tumout it was! In attendance were Fran and Fred Adams (23); Hunter and Russ Burt (22); Alice and Jim 'Boom' Cannon (4); Lynne and Dave Carre (8); Ann Dyer [Skip Dyer (5)]; Jean and Al Gaylor (15); Barbara and Mike Gluse (16);

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AUce and Jack Mclntyre (15): Eftie and Danny Michaels (10); Kay and Robbie Robertson (2); Annene and Bob Rodgers (2); Arline and daughter Katherine Schultze [John Schultze (I)]; Nancy and Perry Stone (2).

Oceana Officers Club at 11:30 a.m. the first Friday of March, June, September, and December.

Vem Bush has updated the list of '56ers in the Southeastern Virginia and Northeastern North CaroUna area, as done by Hoote Foote and Jim Cannon. It includes addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. Contact Vera at VRBush@ compuserve.com for a copy of this directory.

Vera's phone ntunber is 757- 547-5042.

'56 Washington, D.C. From the November meeting at the Ft. Myer O'Club, the camera captured some of the hi-jinks that went on at that gathering of the clan.

Looks like Robbie Robertson recalls the value of the TraMid Ball during 2/c Summer with Perry Stone during the December Tidew ater gathering Intellect, personality, and a piece of cake. Doug Hayman (11), Ted Lewin (4), and Jim Van Metre (4) November DC Class Luncheon.

Laura Foote at home with Nancy and Perry Stone in Virginia Beach It all added up to a deUghtful evening of shared experiences and some whopping good stories.

Some attendees even thought several of the more outrageous stories could have been true! A good time was had by all. We thank Laura and Hootâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bravo Zulu!

The trivia comer with Alex Morris (2), Mike Ahrens (7), and Frank La Motte (24) is caught by cameraman Jerry Jones (20).

News From Classmates Jane and Howie Burdick conducted safety at a sea trip to Florida in November; We sUpped down to Florida to see our daughter in Pompano Beach. Taking the advantage of it all, we sUpped over to the West Coast and had lunch with Sally and Roger Betts (22) in Punta Gorda, just north of Fort Myers. Driving north an hour or so, we visited with Barbara and Bud Alexander in St. Petersburg. It was during an excursion in the Alexander's pontoon party baige that Jane caught the crew exchanging navigational data (see evidence here).

October Fundraiser Does the Job HighUghts from the Providence Sunday Journal's, 9 October issue: In moments, 350 guests were to arrive at Blitbewold mansion and gardens, and Nicholas Brown had become jittery. Would the house's first black-tie fundraiser work out?

Brown, the newly appointed executive director of the Heritage Tmst of Rhode Island, which owns the house, was working hard to make things mn smoothly. Adhering to one of the party's two dress codes, which called for either black tie or tura-of-the-century costume, he dressed as lord of the manor. Brown looked dapper standing in Blitbewold's enttance in scarlet tails, brass buttons, smds with fox heads and white vest, shirt and pants.

Brown, who used to run the National Aquarium in Baltimore and steered it through a major expansion, worried about logistics for the fundraiser-auction. The purpose of the gathering was to raise money for repairs to the mansion and upkeep of its sprawhng gardens, expenses to maintain the grounds have cUmbed to $140,000 per year. The proceeds from the Uve auction were $25,000, bringing the total amount raised to about $125,000.

WeU done Nick. Looks like the Heritage Tmst has been fortunate having your leadership. But we knew that ever since the summer of '52!

Crossroads of Texas Bill Simpson (12) reports that there is a nice thing happening in Old San Antonio these days...there's a steady stream of '56ers checking in! Recentiy, Carol Lee and Choppy Cusacbs (5) broke away from thefr house movings, in Louisiana, to head up thefr way. And '56's representative to FEMH, Jay Taylor, chopped by after the flooding of Texas in the fall. In fact, BiU was getting a bit concemed about that water as it began approaching his place, a never-before situation for his neighborhood. In January, Gerry and Bill celebrated thefr 39th anniversary in several ways, but one (Ud catch Gerry's eye.

"Bill, wouldn't it be nice to have a ciabcake again?" had been often heard around the house over the years. So, gallant Bill came through with 'genuine' crabcakes, afr-shipped in from /^gelina's Restaurant and Irish Pubs, consistentiy voted Baltimore's best crabcake, year in and year out (www.crabcake.com). "It was a success and has guarranteed me 39 more lovely years with Gerry!"

A particular delight was seeing Katherine and Arline Schultze at the early December cocktails at the Foote's home

Both Al Gaylor and Alice Cannon smile at the camera at the oceanside restaurant There is always an open invitation to any and all '56'ers in the Tidewater area and any of you passing through to join us as break bread and enjoy each other's company. We meet at the NAS

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Scene: Tampa Bay. View: Barbara and Bud working out their navigational problems. Verdict: 'Eyes in the boat'â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Coxswain, failure to maintain, 10/2 I plan to retirefromfull-time employment from Marine Safety Intemational here in Newport and the local USNAAA Chapter Secretary duties in June this year. Thereafter, Jane and I plan to sail to the Maine for the summer and then, after the hurricane season has wound down, head down the East Coast and its Intercoastal Waterway to Florida and the Bahamas. The plan is to retum to Newport in the spring of 2000. Should you see a Freedom 36 sloop named EVENTTOE, give us a hail.

By the way, the Newport Chapter of the USNAAA remains comfortably active, with supportfromNick Brown (13), Jim Hogg (17), Line Mossop (18), and me.

So let me sign off with the old "Tough as nails, hard as bricks" thing...well, somewhat!

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

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Bill and Gerry Simpson and Carol Lee and Choppy Cusachs together in San Antonio '56 Army Game Supporters in the Midwest Alongside a Notre Dame cheerleader dummy, 'Gun' Jenson and his wife, Sharon, enjoy the first quarter of the 1998 Army-Navy game, at a local Varsity Club. Also present were other members of the Michiana (Indiana) USNA Alumni Chapter, some happy Woo Poos (ultimately), and their wives. Of course the unfortunate accident, a broken stadium railing and some injured Cadets and students from MAPS, took much of the joy and celebration out of Army's victory at the end, but not all of it. Regardless of thefinalscore, it was a spirited, well fought game worthy of much praise to both teams.

Now here's the way to watch the Army game! Gun and Sharon Jenson '56 CAPT 'Hal' Lewis Leadership Award Jim Bruso (20) sends in this report; Jim Kautz and I attended the first presentation of the Captain 'Hal' Lewis Leadership Award on 13 October, at the U.S. Naval Station, Everett, WA. It was actually my first trip fhere, but Jim had been there once before and thus had the seeing eye duties.

The ceremony was held in the foyer of the Administtation Building, where the award plaque was unveiled. It is an impressive monument to a great guy, who was tmly adrrdred and liked by many people. The occasion was the first presentation of the award. The initial award winner was OSl(SW) Jerimiah Townsend, Jr. The bronze plaque which is permanently mounted on a wall in the large impressive foyer of the Administration Building is approximately 3 ft. by 3 1/2 ft. in size. Across the top is engraved "CAPT 'Hal' Lewis Leadership Award." Centered just below is a photo of Hal. On the left section is engraved, "In Memory of CAPT Harold S. Lewis USN, U.S. Naval

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Academy Graduate Class of 1956, thirty-one year career with distinguished service in surface, submarine, and air units afloat and ashore"— followed by Hal's major duty assignments. On the right side, space is provided for about 25 plates for the engraving of annual award recipients. Below that is engraved "Outstanding Leadership and Professional Performance."

Across the bottom, "Presented by Everett Council Navy League of the United States."

Meg Lewis was called on to say a few words, and after the ceremony, Jim, Meg and I were given a tour of the command section of the Administration Building. Quite a place! So strange to see "new" developments in the Navy.

Jim Braso (20), Meg Lewise, and Jim Kautz (19) upon the occassion of the initial presentation of the award named in honor of Hal Lewis (13)

Meg Lewis meeting the first award winner

'56er Gains High School's Hall of Fame Honor Out of Boonton, NJ, came word this past fall that Car! Schleicher (6) was selected by the Alumni Association of that town's high school to be included in their new Hall of Fame. Bravo Zulu Cari!

Yarns from the Old Days Recently there has been a lot of postings dealing with NAPS. It perked up our own Bill Loveday (18); All the stories about NAPS make me feel like I really missed out on some great times. I came to Mother Bancroft from the Fleet, but had never heard of NAPS up at Bainbridge until the day I reported in and was asked for my NAPS papers.

It took about two hours before the authorities stopped scratching their heads about what to do with me before they decided I'd have to stay.

It all started back in January of '51, when I got my draft notice while a freshman at Middlebury College, up in Vermont. The draft board was magnanimous and let me finish out my year there, but then it would be onward and upwards into the (ugh) Army.

What else does a bowlegged mnner do but of course hitch-hike to the nearest Navy recruiter and enlist as an airman recmit. I had visions of being an open cockpit tail-gunner.

The Navy, of course, also let me finish out my year, and then it was on to Boot Camp at Great Lakes. While there, I read a notice on a bulletin board saying anyone interested who thought they had a chance of qualifying for the Naval Academy (no mention of NAPS) could send a letter for more info.

Actually, I didn't take the invitation too seriously, but nevertheless I gave it a go. Back came a reply saying I'd need to obtain a congressional appointment, pass a stiff qualifying exam and a stiff physical. It sounded like all this might take about five years, but decided to give each of these steps a shot...one at a time.

This was all a bit overwhelming for a hick recmit who saw a LT one day in Boot Camp and thought he must be just one step down the ladder from God. Could have used a few advisors along the way, too, but found they either didn't exist or belittled my chances of making it to the Severn Boat School.

On to the Naval Air Fundamental School at Jacksonville, qualified for Class A Aerographers Mate School at Lakehurst and started there without hearing any more about my requests. About that time, my sister wrote me that the Congressman from our boondock area of New York had three appointments—one to Annapolis, and two to WooPoo. I sharpened my pencil and wrote him saying 'Hell yes, I'm interested!'

In about a month, he arranged for everyone from our district to take a competitive Civil Service exam with the top three walking off with the appointments. He arranged a special testing place for me in New Jersey. By then it was early 1952, and the year in college must have helped the gray matter as the Navy appointment was mine in spite of being a bit rusty from being out of high school for well over two years.

By the time I heard the results, I was working in the tower at NAS Alameda as a full-blown weather guesser That's when the letters started hitting the fan—letters from the Congressman, letters from the Academy, letters from Bupers, and of course my letters in response. My entrance exam was set up for somewhere in Oakland, so I borrowed some wheels and headed out to take an exam about which I knew absolutely nothing, thoroughly expecting toflunkit and thereby bring the whole circus to a conclusion. I guess all the letter writing must have helped on the English part of the examination, but still don't know how I managed to pass the other parts.

Next was the physical examination. I'd heard all kinds of horror stories, especially about the thorough eye exam. Now, I said to myself, this will surely be the end because I'd worn reading glasses since eighth grade and knew the eyes

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Go Navy

Ted Shultz (20) and Judi Hayman with her mangled hand in traction

Trick play! Law Groner (I) sent in his picture of the '56 Cheering Section at the '98 Army Game held at the Meadowlands in New Jersey. Ready '56ers...Smile! weren't 20/20. But let's give it a shot anyhow.

My first test was the eye tesL I was in a waiting room with about 20 other guys and an eye chart fiDm which we were required to read the 20/20 line. I was about 15th and had that sucker indelibly memorized by then and spit it out like a champ. When does the eye test get tough, I wondered, and couldn't believe it when we were told that that was it. All of a sudden, I had a glimmer of hope because I knew the rest of the physical was going to go well. I was in great shape.

After dazzling the doctors with 60 pushups, semps, getting scoped, I knew 1 had it made.

That's when the three doctors got in an argument about my beUy-bunon. Two of them said it was fine, but the senior MD said otherwise... "It sticks out too far! We're flunking you for an umbihcal hemia." I knew I had no hemia, and my home doctor later verified it smck out a litUe only because that's the way he tied off all his babies.

So I said, "Okay Doc, Sir, it is now late in May and I intend to pass this physical. Do whatever you have to do to correct your hernia thoughts."

Thus two days later, I was operated on at Oak KnoU Naval Hospital and recuperated just in time to have three perfectiy good wisdom teeth extracted by the Alameda dentist because the examining dentist said no wisdom teeth would be allowed at AnnapoUs. One of them was in sofirmit took him three hours to get it out, which put me in the NAS Sick Bay for two days and must have sent the dentist to the nearest bar to recuperate.

Shortly after that, I caught a hop to the East Coast on a cargo plane with no seats. In fact, I was delighted to get the flight on this plane for it allowed me to stretch out on top of a crated heUcopter and sleep for the whole trip.

When I checked in at Mother Bancroft in my more than sUghtiy mmpled whites with my oddball set of orders and a letter from the Congressman, I told the confused checker-inners that I'd afready had too long a row to hoe, and they better take me because there was no way I was about to leave, NAPS or no NAPS. (I told quite a few '53ers the same thing more than once). So, they took me and we were all sworn in just three days before my 21st birthday.

I would not have traded the four-year experience with all you guys for anything. I have always been very proud to have made it to AnnapoUsfromthe Fleet, but even prouder to have been an integral part of our Academy and my Class of '56. I'll never be able to understand how so many

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capable young men who succeeded in getting there could have given up and thrown it all away so easily. Guess they didn't have tofighttoo hard to get there.

Anyhow, guess it just wasn't in the cards for me to go to NAPS with a lot of you guys. I'U just have to set back and enjoy your stories about all the good times you had there.—Beat Army!

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Pres: CAPT Waher T. Meukow, USN (Ret.) Secy: CAPT W. H. Peerenbbom, USN (Ret.) 1003 Rachael Lane, Vienna, VA 22180-6473 e: whpeerenboom@compuserve.eom or 102424.577@compuserve.com Not a great deal of mail this month. All 1 have is the "snail mail," owing to my PC suffering a major cerebral incident just in time for the deadline. I had to send it to the PC emergency room, where it is as I write this on my office laptop. It is a leaming experience to see how reliant we become on the PC...and how cUfferent Ufe suddenly becomes when it is not available.

Getting to the Class input, I had a note from Jeff Dennis who passed this along to bring us all up to date on his recent travels; Judy and I recently enjoyed a trip to Europe, where we spent a week renewing underway quals on a canal trip through France (Burgundy). Over 20 years ago, I was assigned to the Royal Navy College in Greenwich and the canal crip was a 20-year reunion for six of us; a Brit (RAF) and Canadian, now working in Malta, and our brides.

We aU picked up right where we left off, lots of fiin and laughter. Shows the importance of good friends and keeping in touch with Christmas cards and stamps through the years.

I retired from teaching last July, had a good run with it; school district treated me royally, but thought it was time to go while I still enjoyed it and wasn't "bumed out."

Nice work if you can get it, Jeff. I tmst the canal boat survived your review of conning procedures.

Received some excellent pictures from the Class Christmas party, which, unfortunately, we missed because I was in CaUfomia on business.

What is depicted, as you will see decorating these pages, is a good crowd of the local Washington group, plus, from Syracuse, Bruce Tapper, who is one of our most loyal participants in Class affairs these days. Great to see him.

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Hastie, Warren, O'Connell, Tapper, Sims, Rositzke, Behrends and Crouch Ron Marryott sent in a report updating his life and times as our Alumni Association President and surrounding activities. Here is Ron's report: I thought I would give you an update on my health and welfare, with a view that what 1 have to say may help other Classmates and others who may run into the same medical dilemma as I...the problem of prostate cancer! Years ago, men did not talk about this "problem," mainly because of the possible after-effects of surgery and radiation; namely impotence and incontinence. I am glad that folks are talking more openly about this disease that affects millions of men each year. I know that in my case, if a friend had not shared his experience with me, and referred me to a renowned surgeon, I probably would not be in the good shape I am today. My surgery was done at Walter Reed Hospital by Col David McLeod, who did the same surgery on Gen Schwartzkopf, Senators Dole and Stennis, and about seven retired naval officers whom many of us know. And, he says he is happy to take on all the cases from Navy types as his schedule will allow. He is really dedicated to eliminating this dreadful disease, and works both the treatment and research sides. Surgery was not a walk in the park, but in retrospect, was not all that bad. My problems involved a longer recovery than I had anticipated (the body just does not respond as quickly as it used to). The after-effects I mentioned earlier are manageable and can be treated with dmgs, if necessary at all. I would like to emphasize two points.

Firstly, get a routine physical every year that includes PSA blood test, along with an internal

exam. Those two things saved my life. My PSA rose very slightly, but coupled with the intemal exam, indicated there was something going on with my body. There was, and the rest is history.

Secondly, talk to others about this disease. If you do not know now, this is a big club I have joined, and to talk to others who have been down this road before is not only comforting, but smart. I will talk to anyone, anytime, about my cancer treatment, and will be glad to talk publicly or privately about the great care I received and continued to receive at Walter Reed. Classmates wanting to talk to me can reach me at work: 410263-4448 ext. 102 for first contact, and then at home later on. [Ed. Note: Also see Mailboat, p.

33, Jan/Feb Shipmate.]

On a completely different note, I am pleased to report that my number three son, Tom, is now the assistant basketball coach at USNA, after ten years of coaching and being AD at NAPS in Newport. Needless to say, Carol and I are happy to have Tom in the same town and enjoy watching him pace up and down the sidelines at Alumni Hall. At Navy basketball, frequent watchers along with the MaryoHs are Dave Smalley, Frank Baulch, and Wayne Fritz. Dave, by the way, continues to do a great job in the NAAA, and was recently inducted into the Anne Amndel Athletic Hall of Fame. Wayne continues to do fine work for us in the Visitors Center I hope everyone had a great Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, and I look forward to seeing as many Classmates as possible in 1999!

Ron, I know I speak for all of us in saying "thanks" for your candor and very helpful advice!

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The other input we received is a nice followon to the good work I reported the Class is doing through the good offices of John Shewmaker in the Assumption Church Outreach program. John received this note from them: Many thanks to you and the members of the Class of '57 for the abundant and quality toys donated. We had a most successful Christmas distribution program this year and it was benefactors such as yourselves who made it possible for us to provide toys and gifts to some 2,000+ youngsters and their families during the holidays.

Thank you all for sharing with us and making the holidays so special for many needy people.

Thank you, John, for spearheading this effort and helping us benefit others. John also reported that Monica suffered a fall during the holidays, and got herself a bit "out of battery." But, the good news is that she is on the mend, and will be up to her full speed very soon! Our prayers and good wishes, Monica! And, on behalf of everyone at the Christmas party you organized, once again, you outdid yourself! And thanks to John too, of course.

That is traly the end of die news, because I have lost access to my last month's email. I expect to get it back, since it was backed up, but until I get the machine back and can reconstmct it, we are "in the dark."

On a personal note, I have been on a consulting assignment in San Jose, CA, of late, doing Y2K remediation for an IBM site there. It is fascinating work, but the commute is a bit of a stmggle. Hopefully, it will quiet down as the actual millennium date (for computers) nears. In the meantime, no harm in stocking up on wood (for those in cooler climates) and TP. Happy New Year to everyone, and it is never too early to Beat Army \

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Pres: Lt Col Gordon M. Gerson, USAF (Ret.) e: gmgerson@erols.com Sec'y: Col Warren S. Walters, USMC (Ret.) 5664 Ravenel Lane, Springfield, VA 22151-2430 h: 703-321-9586; e; wwalters@maU.erols.com http;// www.usnaclass.org/class/58 March wmds are supposed to be blowing, but it seems that many of the old weather aphorisms are somewhat askew, and you are probably in a dead calm somewhere, either hip-deep in snow or wearing a short-sleeved shirt. AnnapoUs just went through the second warmest December ever, and it has been so long since there has been a White Christmas in the yard, they use stock photos from the '50s for their hohday graphics. Do the proponents of global warming really have the inside track? And, if they do, hang on to that property in Maine...it may become the temperate zone!

Seeking the temperate zone, are the winter catamaran cmisers, Joan and Rupe MacLean (21st), who departed Annapolis on 16 October and began their second trip south to warmer waters. Going down the inland waterway and cutting across Lake Okeechobee, they arrived at Ft. Myers, FL, by Thanksgiving. From there, up to the Tampa Bay area, then back to Ft. Myers for the Christmas holiday week. In January, it was off to the Bahamas, but you'll have to wait until next month for the details of that sail. Lest you think it's all leisurely cmising, the pattern of travel a while, fix the boat, travel a while, fix the boat, continues. However, the beauty of the inland waterway and the bays and rivers of

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Navy-Notre Dame Tailgate, 10th Company Florida make it all worthwhile, and the warm weather doesn't hurt, either.

The Class flag was traveling last fall in Europe, in the custody of Seebergers, Tiptons and Aults, the 10th Company Travelers. As JJ Seeberger reports: This past fall, Peggy and JC Tipton, Norine and Dave Ault, and Pat and I vacationed in Europe. The trip started with four days in Paris in a small cozy hotel in the Latin Quarter close to many of the must-see sights in Paris. Major attractions were the gardens at Versailles, where we took the obligatory Class flag picture, the Louvre, and the Museum D'Orsay. From Paris, we drove south to Brehemont, a small town on the Loire River, where we rented a mstic farmhouse for two weeks. We visited many of the nearby chateaux, learned some French history and enjoyed the food and wine of the Loire Valley.

From Brehemont, the Aults had to head home as Norine is still working and supporting Dave.

While Pat and 1 were driving through France and Germany, on our way to Vienna, Austtia, the Tiptons flew on ahead to arrange our activities there. We were fortunate to get tickets to the opera and the Lippizaner show. From Vienna, Pat and I flew to London for a short stay, seeing the sights and taking in a few shows before heading home. The Tiptons were off to Budapest before retuming to Dallas. We retumed home just in time for the Notre Dame game to tailgate with the Aults, Pat and George Jenkins (lOfli), Eileen and Mike Giglio (lOdi), and Mike's brother, Joe, from Pittsburgh. Beat Army! JJ A flag picture of a slightly different bent was sent in by Vince Panaia (13th), who explains: After seeing so many locations in the world where the '"58 Is Great!" flag has been pictured, mostly by vacationing Classmates, I thought it was time to show the old "Blue and Gold" in a working environment where some of us still toil and sweat. The enclosed picture was taken at our company's stone factory in Vredendal, South

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Africa. The two distinguished senior citizens holding the flag are our factory manager and our quarries manager. As CEO of the company, I allowed as how I should not carry the weight of the flag (rank hath its you-know-what), besides, standing behind the flag allows me to hide an expanding waisUine!

Since I am now spending the better part of each year in die beautiful climes of Soudi Africa, I would welcome any Classmates dropping by en route to wherever they may be headed. Our operational offices are at: Natural Stone Industiies, 3 Lourens Stteet, #4 The Mews, Somerset West, Republic of South Africa. The phone is +27-21852-8350. Otherwise, I still reside in California, with frequent visits to my birthplace in Pittsburgh, PA. BEAT ^RMY (next veiir!)

Vince Panaia at work in Souili Aiin.a Along the lines of "where-we-work," is a photo from New England showing Greg Streeter (1st) and George Brenner (1st) standing in front of the Liberty Tree Bed and Breakfast in Newport, RI. George and his wife, Diane, are the proprietors, and Greg was there at the unofficial "commissioning ceremony" for the inn. George states there will be a special '58 discount rate always in effect. The adcfress is 49 FareweU St., Newport, RI 02840, tel: 401-8420713.

Brenner and Streeter in Newport Three Classmates were involved in the establishment of the Naples-Ft. Myers, FL Naval Academy Alumni Chapter last November. Bob Shearer (14th) and John Lorusso (3rd) are regular residents of the area, and Ned Oldham (6th) is a snowbird, operating the Naples office of the Oldham & Oldham law firm in the winter months and retuming to the Akron, OH, office in the summer. And, while the chapter was being organized, the '58ers, already organized to a fare-thee-well, popped out their flag and posed for a photo in the comer.

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society ?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

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Shearer, Oldham and Lorusso in Florida Speaking of Bob Shearer, he had a Holiday season adventure that was a cause for concern.

Driving back to Florida on 1 December, from a trip to the D.C. area. Bob felt queasy as he was motoring in the area of Columbia, SC. Wisely recognizing some symptoms of potential heart attack, shooting pains in the arm, tingling fingers, and cold sweat, he went to the local hospital and ended up getting a double by-pass on his heart. Had to delay his travel for a week or so, then it was on to Naples in time for Christmas.

A short update on the life of Paul Stiller (20th). He was married to Joan Lipsitz in 1995, and they reside at 17 Fones Avenue, North Kingstown, RI 02852, telephone 401-294-7014.

Paul is a consultant to the Roger Williams Park Zoo, where he coordinates the design and fabrication of a new exhibit about the habitat of Rhode Island. Joan is a consultant in educational reform.

Steve Guthman (13th) has come up with the address of one of our long-lost sheep, an associate who left before graduation. It is Walter W. Arbogast (13th), who resides at 8220 Arrowhead Rd., Pikesville, MD 21208, telephone 410-655-4978.

Florida is drawing more of the Class to its warm environs, and among them are Barbara and Tom O'Neill (22nd), who have left Coram, NY and settled in at 1802 Durango Drive, Lady Lake, FL 32159, about 40 miles NW of Oriando.

Tom says he was placed on the Social Security binnacle list in Febraary of '97, tried the consultant business for awhile, but his reappearance in the OR in January '98 ended that. They felt a warmer climate would be beneficial, so are now down in golfers paradise, with a '"58 Is Great!" sticker on their golf-cart. And in his words, the welcome mat is out!

We have some Classmates who are perpetual RVers, traveling the highways and byways of our great (and very large) country in their motor homes and seeing the land up close, following the good weather. Now, picture a little place in mid-December called Foley, AL, halfway between Mobile and Pensacola. Set the stage with a campground for RVs, and start the music for "whenever two or three shall meet..." Sitting outside the laundromat of the campground, place a traveler wearing a USNA sweatshirt, biding his time. Have another passerby walk up and say "Beat Army... next year!" And that's how Frank Conery (13th) met up with Paul Herner (20th).

Marion, Frank, Nancy and Paul then spent time swapping old stories and comparing notes. The last time Frank and Paul had really been together was in 1955 aboard COLUMBUS on Youngster Cruise. Hemers travel out of Pahrump, NV,

while Conerys call Manchester, NH, their home base. Frank also reports the existence of a sixyear-old grandson running around with the frightening appellation of Francis Aloysius Conery V. Sounds like a dynasty!

In the Washington area, around 50 couples joined in the annual Class of 1958 Christmas Luncheon, held this year at the Army-Navy Country Club in Arlington. Chapter President Bruce Wilcox (12th) had arranged for a choral group from Wakefield High School to entertain us with Christmas carols, and they in turn were given some needed musical accompaniment on the piano by Polly Mitchell, wife of Ken Mitchell (10th). Attendees picked up their copies of the 40th Reunion Addendum (since mailed to all hands), won a few door prizes, and enjoyed this yearly get together for the holidays. The next event will be the St. Valentines Day Massacre, which you will get to read about in the May issue of Shipmate.

'58 Trivia: In the USNA yard, today's "Ingram Field" was known to us as "Dewey Basin."

During our Academy days, USNA won back-toback National Championships in 1956 and 1957.

It was 34 years before the championship was won again by Navy. What was the sport? Hasta Luego!WSW.

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Pres: VADM Francis R. Donovan, USN (Ret.) Chairman Exec. Committee; CAPT Norbert H. Bednarek, USNR (Ret.) Exec. VP: Joe Flynn Admin. VP: Gary Geist Exec. Sec'y: Bruce Nordwall Corp. Treasurer: Dave Osburn Sec'y: CAPT John A. Butterfield, USN (Ret.) 1130 Sugar Sands #190, Singer Island, FL 33404 w:561-840-1104; h; 561-881-7512 f: 561-863-8984; e: jbsgma@aol.com www.roanoke.kl2.va.us/Dave'sWorld/usna 59.html 1999 is here gang, and let's make it a great one. I hope I do not have to plead with you for cards and letters and email. Leading up to our 40th Reunion, it should be a natural that many of you will want to communicate ahead of time.

Remember, get off your butt and get your roomies and close friends in the Class to make an early commitment to be there. No excuses!

So I don't have to make any weak excuses for forgetting a Classmate's input, I begin with the Phil Powers report: Navy plays University of Hawaii on 20 November 1999. We have at least eight '59ers here in the islands. We are thinking of setting up an extension to our 40th Reunion; beyond even a West Coast version of the big event. 1 am exploring, with other Class leaders, the feasibility of a "Reunion in Paradise." More on this later Also, I have an update on the 20th Company, and it seems very complete. Any Classmates who want a copy, let me know!

What follows are excerpts from our annual Christmas letter It always helps if I remind John B that Bret Powers and Jeff Powers are my sons; Kristal (Powers) Melendez is my daughter; John and Joseph Balac are Valli's sons, and Eveline is Valli's daughter who is married to the baseball player in the family, Brett Butier.

Aloha! We are ending 1998 at home in paradise, spending Christmas and the holidays with local family and friends, and thanking God that we survived another fully active year. Only 11 tennis tournaments for the year, but we were

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mixed doubles (7.0rating)champions once, semifinalists twice (Phil 3.5 singles and Valli 3.5 doubles), and Phil was over 60 doubles champion once. Valli played in some women's senior leagues. Phil captained his USTA men's league team to four wins! Valli has been muring tennis elbow since mid-July. She has taken up the slack with other activities, including painting lessons and artists shows along the Honolulu Zoo fence (she sold one of her paintings for $350â&#x20AC;&#x201D;move over Grandma Moses!), French lessons, teaching and practicing asttology, yoga classes, working on Republican campaigns, and playing computer fantasy games. She entered the Aloha Run (8.5 miles) for the second consecutive year and placed 26th of 160 in her age group. Phil continues his weekly golf and tennis; delivers subpoenas and picks up medical records in support of son Bret's business; performs Notary Public duties; serves as President of our condominium association; and promotes the Seament Shoreline Systems in Hawaii (beach erosion control system developed by USNA Classmate, Ed Veazey).

Lotsa family doins last January in Hawaii and on the mainland, highlighted by Kristal's marriage to Billy Melendez in Califomia. A sad time was in March, when Kristal's mother, Jeaime, lost her courageous fight against cancer in San Antonio, TX. ValU's son, John, underwent a second surgery for his back, which as the year ends, has been completely successful, allowing John to return to work fuU-time as an electrician and commence renovation of his mountainside home in the Shenandoah Mountains of Virginia. Jeff Powers moved back to Honolulu from CaUfomia; nice to have him home with family again. May was a time for a trip to Mexico; Phil had a ball touring the Mayan ruins, etc.; Valli had a bout with Montezuma's Revenge. Later in the year, Kristal gave birth to Phil's first grandchild. Another trip to Califomia, including a four generation gathering near Oceanside. Thanksgiving was spent in Hemdon, VA. followed by a trip to Adanta to visit EveUne and Brett and kids. Then, a stop in California to visit Kristal, new grandchild, and family, and Phil's mom's 86th birthday celebration.

Phil and VaUi closed by giving thanks for another full year, with hopes and prayers for peace and happiness, and a warm Aloha!

A couple of foomotes to my last Trossbach report; More about the glow from being proud grandparents of twins, Catherine Holland and Eleanor Lanier, named after their two greatgrandmothers. Kathy recovered quickly from the rotator cuff operation. Ron sailed MOONESHINE in the double-handed division of the NewportBermuda Race. The Trossbachs left Annapolis just before Thanksgiving; stopped in Virginia Beach to visit Nancy and George Marvin aboard their TRUMPETER and enjoyed a magnificent Thanksgiving repast with Ann and Ing Kiland also. We enjoyed record warm weather as we continued south in the ICW to Beaufort, SC. There, we left our MOONESHINE until after the New Year, when we will explore more of South Carolina and Georgia before retuming to the Chesapeake in April. After the Newport/Maine/ Canada excursion, Ron has committed to being at the 40th. The boat will be hauled in for winter, and work begins in earnest as Chairman of the Race, Newport to Bermuda, 16 June 2000.

Now to some very sad news, shocking is the best way to describe it. Here's how our good friend and Classmate, "Mr. Basketball" for the Class of '59 (Red Johnson can take issue), John Mascali, put it; A voice from the past awakes, but, unfortunately it has taken sad news for me to do so. I had a phone call from Jim Finlen today informing me that his beloved wife. Justine, was killed on Thanksgiving Day. She and their three daughters were walking on the beach near their home in Big Sur and a wave picked them up and tossed

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them against the rocks. Justine was knocked unconscious and washed out to sea. The children were uninjured. The Coast Guard recovered Justine's body the next day. Jim was one of our ushers almost 40 years ago, and Diana and I have visited with the Finlens severaltimes.Justine was the most genuine, loving, vivacious and beautiful Navy wife you'd ever want to meet. She was the light of Jim's life and he is devastated! His address and phone number: James Finlen, P.O. Box 22734, Carmel, CA 93922-0734; phone 408625-2403. News of the Mascalis wiU follow when the shock of Jim's misfortune lessens. We are planning on attending the 40th; looking forward to it. Best regards. Big John.

Thanks, John, for being quick to share! I called Jim immediately and it was a tough phone call. He sure misses his lovely wife, his best friend. Our hearts and prayers reach out. It will take awhile for things to settle down.

Another piece of bad news; our John Dacbos died on 18 December 1998, in Philadelphia, PA. He had put up quite a fight.

From Fred Olds: I received info regarding John's deathfromhis daughter, Natasha, after an earlier call from his other daughter, Sarah. I was a bit upset and did not think to ask about his son, Jonathan. His lovely wife, Martha, is apparendy doing weU under the circumstances.

One significant fact regarding the Dachos family, wherever they went they had a profound positive effect on education. John practically singlehandedly fought to strengthen a public school in downtown Annapolis, and also served on a School Board in Idaho Falls while on active duty.

I remember Martha teaching English as a second language in every place they were stationed. One daughter even attended a Japanese public school while they were stationed in Japan, and gave a short farewell speech in Japanese to their guests at John's change-of-command.

From Classmate days to PG School, tours together in Viemam, having my wetting-down for commander at his quarters at the Naval Engineering Station at Annapolis, sharing command tales, having a gourmet dinner of leg-of-lamb cooked

by John...the list could go on and on. Bonds were formed that only those who serve together under trying conditions will ever fully understand, but bonds were only amplified by thetimesour families were able to spend together. Linda and I feel a great void and our Class has lost a true gendemen's gendeman. Our prayers go out to the family.

The funeral was to be 6 January 1999, at Arlington National Cemetery. All '59ers were requested to identify themselves, because all were considered honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested for the Delaware Chapter of the National Kidney Cancer Association. Send checks to: Nancy Good, 2244 Ayreshire Drive, Landsdale. PA 19446.

Questions? Call 610-584-0422.

Thank you, Fred, for a wonderful testimony to a great man and a loving family!

Dave Sullivan continues to slave away on our web page, updates, etc. He reported that after a longer downtime than expected (for reasons too 'techie and geeky' to explain), the web page was up and operating...but then an 'oops' followed.

Someone at the school/system where he works 'pulled the plug,' they shut down the file server. I am sure that by the time you read this. Sully will have once again triumphed. If you need to contact Sully (and some of you give him an attaboy every now and then), use this email address: dsulliva@roanoke.infi.net. Thanks!

I think I forgot to acknowledge the excellent piece in The Washington Post profiling Bill Houley. Thanks to both Dick Robinson, and to Brad Keyes for insuring I got a copy. Most of you have Robby's address, etc, except for Brad, 6452 Spring Tertace, Falls Church, VA 22042.

The article from 6 November '98, found on page A19, was entitled "Retired Admfral Pushes Pentagon to Run a Tighter Ship." It went on to say that Bill knew that history was littered with other well-intentioned efforts to reform the defense bureaucracy. SecDef Cohen wanted Houley because of his reputation as a hardnosed, sometimes irascible, manager not hidebound by tradition. If the reform campaign was to be taken seriously and maintain momentum, Cohen and his aides figured it needed someone like Houley. "We wanted an iconoclast who knew how the place is mn" a senior Pentagon aide said. Houley finaUy took the job six months ago, agreeing to supervise the effort launched in November '97. Houley accepted Cohen's offer after being convinced the effort was not just the 'drill of the year.' Houley said, "My original wish list was to be an adimral so I could fix the Navy. Then, I discovered when I got to be an adiiural that it wasn't the Navy that was broken, it was the Department of Defense."

It was an excellent piece about Bill, and we wish him the best of success in trying to reform a monster that has exasperated one and all for over 50 years.

Nice note from Mike Hartman, accompanied by a copy of the obituary he sent Shipmate regarding his late father, CAPT Irvin Hartman '33, who died 20 November. Mike should be very proud of his tUstinguished dad. A few thoughts from Mike: Before Dad died, he suggested I read The Fleet the Gods Forgot by W.G. Winslow (available via Amazon). I have now read it and it is great, and helps me understand what his life was all about during that period of time. At the ceremony at Willamette National Cemetery, there was a large contingent of submarine veterans of WWII. They are indeed a proud outfit and did honor to the service. Call if I can help. Sincerely, Mike Hartman. Telephone: 503-663-5268, email: mhartman@teleport.com. or write 32364 SE Bluff Road, Gresham, OR 97080.

Thank you, Mike, for checking in. Hope we see you for the Reunion!

Hayden Leon sent an email wishing the Class happy hoUdays and a good new year. Hayden's address is laden with systems; Northrop Gmmman/Electronic Sensors & Systems Division. Marine Systems, Power/Control Systems. Call him at 410-765-0515; fax: 4251.

Dan Branch is a faithful reporter. He and Bob Morgan attended die reunion of ORION (AS-18) in Denver in September '98. Both were COs in the '80s while the ship was homeported in La Maddelena, Italy. A photo shows Sheila and Dan Branch, Bob and Lucy Morgan at reunion time.

I to r: Sheila and Dan Branch. Bob and Lucy Morgan Dan was speaker for the occasion. Bob having been guest speaker at the previous Reunion when it was held in California. Sheila and Dan will be in Sardinia 4-10 July 1999, and then in Tuscany just soutii of Florence 10-17 July 1999. If tiiere are Classmates planning to be in those areas during the same period, contact Dan to arrange a

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restaurants, shops, boutiques, etc. Also, I think you will have new appreciation for the great history of Annapolis, and touring the Capital, State House, and restored homes, etc. will keep you busy. If you want to enjoy walking, ranning, in-line skating, bicycling to keep you fit (for all the partying, activities, etc.) and to allow you to enjoy some of the places I have mentioned, let me know.

For now, plan ahead and Rise 'n Shine.

John Butterfield

60 1 to r: Dan and Sheila Branch. Mary and Bob Martin, Terry and Betty Camilleri, and Hank Estes

get-togetiier. Phone 303-499-0337, or DBRANCHJR@aol.com. Dan followed tiiat witii a short note and picture: We had a large gathering of Alumni in Colorado to view the Army/Navy game with West Point Alumni. Pictured are Class of '59 attendees: Dan Branch, Sheila Branch, Mary Martin, Bob Martin, Terry Camilleri, Betty Camilleri, and Hank Estes.

Have a great holiday season. Our best to you and PrisciUa. Sure appreciate the work you put into the column.

Thanks Dan, and sounds like a busy, fun '99 ahead for you. All the best to the Branch Family!

Tis always fun to receive the "Clautice Christmas Log." This is for 1998, and a few snapshots of the fun and froUcsome adventures of the spirited family of Joyce and Bill Clautice.

A few excerpts, including the headUnes: Aging teacher retires after 25 years. Competes for Ms. Senior Virginia. Daughter moves to Tampa. Son engaged. Grandkid State Gymnast.

Husband (DRC DC VP) hanging in. Read on dear friends about our very exuberant family Thanksgiving when Jim became engaged to Dear Abby.

A minor mood swing on Christmas Day, when after 14 years of Christmas in Florida, we expect to open a can of spaghetti "at home alone" in Mt. Vernon. Other highhghts, from January, Joyce attains the "Age of Elegance" at 60. Susanne and Mark and grandkids move to Tampa, FL. Son, Jim, completes tiaining in new Gulfstream/copilot in Naval Reserves, and he works fiill-time for TRW supporting the FAA, rons marathons, and is player, coach and manager of league soccer team. Febraary saw Bill visit Sub Base in Georgia/nostalgia trip/flashbacks of Trident Cold War pattols. March saw skiing and ranning the St. Paddy's lOK. April golf lessons for Joyce and Bill in Myrtle Beach. Goal: double digits (next year?). Submarine League asks Bill to be on Committee planning Submarine Centennial in 2000. May was Joyce's Retirement Party, Ms. Senior Pageants, and out on the briny/new 26' power/sailer. June had Bill as guest of honor at 75th Anniversary Celebration of NRL (Bill a former CO there). 39th wedding anniversary in July was excuse for week in Jamaica. No problem 'mon! Another Reunion in August, for SAM RAYBURN (Bill was on the commissioning crew in 1964). There's more folks, but let me just mention that Bill was honored by The Submarine Review which published his ten-page paper on the 1931 NAUTILUS expedition to the North Pole, written by then-Midshipman Clautice 40 years ago. Other trips, baby-sitting, volunteer work, etc., not exactly a slow year for the dynamic Clautice duo.

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Thanks in advance to a couple, who along with other high energy folks in the Class, will surely make this 40th Reunion very special!

Dave Sullivan was able to get in touch with Alice Kitttedge, and I followed that up quickly, with a phone call. I caught Alice coming to the States to celebrate Christmas and New Year's with family and friends. Sully planted the seed to get Alice to visit Annapolis during our Reunion, and I strongly encouraged her to come...and I think she will. She and other family will greatly enjoy hearing stories about our beloved "Kitt" when he was a Midshipman/a devilish sort in the 2nd Company. We can help fill in some holes in the family history. Okay Toby Field, Bill Longfellow, Boots Ceres, et alâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;you guys insure you make it, and bring Alice along with you!

For those of you coming to Annapolis from far away, and maybe for the first time in many moons, you may want to consider adding on to your trip. Obviously, there is much to see in Washington, DC, (but do not forget to add some new places, e.g., the Holocaust Museum, the FDR Memorial and the Navy Memorial on Pennsylvania Avenue). Baltimore is a fantastic city now and you should spend time going to the top of the Trade Center, poking around the Inner Harbor, and visiting Fort McHenry. Atlantic City is only three hours away and you may want to see the changes there/compare it with Las Vegas.

And, our Sam Valenza who produces the Lottery & Casino News may be able to give you advice, directions, tour recommendations. NYC is a four hour drive from Annapolis now. If you want to enjoy the beauty and charm of the Amish country and the rolling hills of Pennsylvania, consult with Don Smith based in Lancaster. It will be fall of '99 and in some places the foliage will have started to tum. The Blue Ridge Parkway, the Shenandoah area, Westem Maryland are gorgeous. If you really are ambitious, and have the time and money, go to northem New England and have a fall foliage tour that most places in the U.S. cannot touch. And, those quaint towns, inns, tavems, B & Bs (and oh yes, there's shopping too...e.g. L.L. Bean's store in Freeport, ME, and all the outlets; that is paradise for many). In Annapolis, you will want to check out Quiet Waters Park (near Bay Ridge area), the B & A Trail (the old railroad bed has been paved/ made into a beautiful linear park that goes all the way to BWI/old Friendship Airport if we date ourselves), Sandy Point State Park near the Bay Bridge, and a ton of marinas, sailing centers.

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Pres: Dr. Richard R. Pariseau Sec'y: Bill Lewis 14312 Cove Ridge PI., Midlothian, VA23112-4337 h: 804-744-8808; f: 804-675-5372 e: bilewis@richmond.infi.net I appreciate the input over the internet. Please note my new email address. The old one will be out of business shortly. During the past couple of months I've heard from Dan Reid, Carl Aglio, Larry Laudig, Carl Bruntlett, Chuck Bingemer, Marty Merrick and Hugh Smith.

I got a nice note and picture from Jim McConnell conceming a Class of '60 gathering at the Air Force/Navy game, this past fall. To quote Jim: This is the '60 gang that gathered at Betty and Joe Rosengren's for the Air Force/Navy weekend in Colorado Springs. The scene is the Navy Ball, the night before the game, sponsored by the Rocky Mountain Navy at the Doubletree Hotel in Colorado Springs. Pictured in the front row are Clair and Bob Fraser, Jacquie Dolan, Fay and Jim McConnell. Between Fay and Jim are Dick Pariseau and his date, Barbara. Behind Bob are Dave Schnegelberger and his friend, Jean.

In the back row are Joe Rosengren and Betty, with Peter Dolan next to Dick Pariseau.

Joe and Betty were fantastic hosts. Joe put on a Gourmet Tailgate 'to die for' before the game, with fine wines, scampi and tenderloin sandwiches.

I received a note from Gordon Gerson '58.1 enclosed a picture from the "good old days." He doesn't remember who, but one of us in the 11th Company "enjoyed" his attention 40 years or so ago. If you recognize yourself, let me know and I'll send the picture.

Bob Allison sent me a note from his home in North Carolina. Bob and I were old "fencing buddies" from days of yore. It was good to hear from him. Every time I heard of the racing Allisons, I wondered...

I am sure 1 speak for many of us in saying thanks for the good job you are doing (It's in the great input I get) as Class Sec'y. I enjoy seeing our column very much.

I am basically enjoying retirement. I fish a lot.

Usually about two days a week this past summer. I play organ and piano for our church and travel some. I spend a lot of time with our two grandsons and put in a couple of days a week (temporarily) working.

I read in an earlier issue of Shipmate how to get a damaged class ring repaired, but did not keep that issue. My ring has a chipped stone and would appreciate it if someone would furnish this information.

I hope you and your family are doing well and hope to see you and the rest at the 40th. Bob! Dan Reid contacted me via the internet: Bill, I'm Dan Reid from the 19th Company. I recently got back online at reiddan@gte.net. I retired from Lockheed Martin in February 1998, after ten years as the DSCS III Program Man-

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ager. I am enjoying the good life in Florida, trying to figure out how to hit a golf ball straight.

I'm living at 9921 Sago Point Drive in Largo (Bayou Club) and can be called at 727-319-6439.

This year was thefirstArmy/Navy game that I' ve missed in about twenty-five years, so I didn't see any of our Classmates as I usually do. Looking forward to the 40th. Regards, Dan. Mai Murray sent me another email: I found another 18th Co. Classmate...Justin Wickens who just retired (in 1987) from the USMC. (I will have to try to get info from both of you on where each of you spent your careers.)

He says he hasn't kept up with many classmates at all, and none from 18) I'U try to change that, as he's very close to USNA). He and his family Uve in Virginia, and he is interested in our 40th, so we must get with him. We go north on Monday, 21 December, for a few days with the kids and new grandson. We will be back right after Christmas because it's too cold up there for me any more. More later. Merry Christmas to all and to all a Happy New Year. I'U be in touch when we get back.

From Larry Laudig via email: My wife and I spent a deUghtful three days in Richmond, VA, last month to anend my nephew's wedding. He was married at the Christian Church in Richmond's Bon Air suburb. The reception at the Thomas was just as bad as "BiU" Jefferson Hotel. We played golf one day on a really tough layout. Too bad that Richmond had such a dry year. The roughs were bumed out and the fairways very thin. Our rental clubs were so heavy and so stiff that we could only sUce or fade the ball. Best regards and Merry Christmas!

From Carl Aglio via emaU: BUI, I got your email today. The address for me you got from Joe Tranchini is a good one.

Sorry I don't have anything for the Class column at this time, but it was good hearing from you.

Keep in touch.

I also heard from Carl Bruntlet and Chuck Bingemer through Joe, as well. Meike and Charles Fisher also wrote with a new email adtfress from St. Thomas. Tom Moylan also updated his email adtfress.

Danny Mussleman sent me an article from Los Angeles. The Orange County Chapter had an Army/Navy get-together and he and Ted Parsons were two of the more competitive attendees. In spite of all thefr efforts, we'll have to wait until next year.

From Hugh Smith via email: Bill, It's hard to beUeve it has been Uiirty-nine years since I have written, buttimedoes fly when you are having fun. The motivation was a recent dinner meeting with several of our Classmates, in town for the Navy-Tulane game. It made me remember just how important are our Classmate ties.

Martha and I have been back home (Madisonville/New Orleans area) for about 12 years. For my paying job, I make clothing for the Navy, Marine Corps and the Army. My fun job is helping to build a Maritime Museum in Madisonville. I am on the Museum Board of Directors and will be President of the Board this year. We received some funds from the state and the Town of Madisonville to purchases the site property, and last year we received $2.5 million from the State of Louisiana to start constmction.

Of course that is insufficient, and we are constantly trying to raise additional building funds.

If any Classmates are interested, any donations to our Building Fund will be matched by a generous local donor, up to $350,000. Information on the Museum can be found on our web site at: http://www.selu.edu/orgs/LPBMM/ Please add my email address to the Class list.

I just got this "electronic wizard " for Christmas and I am not quite sure what I am doing. As 'Trigger Joe" says, I just hope all the elections are flowing in the right direction. Happy New Year and, wannest regards!

From Marty Merrick via email: My history goes as follows: Flight Training, VP-10, PG School, WASP, War College, VP-11, 110

Class gathering at Air Force game NAPTC (Naval Air Propulsion Test Center), VC8, Naval Station, Roosevelt Roads, then retired!

For ten years after retiring, I did the following: General Offshore Corp. (Flying a P-3 as part of the Sonobuoy Test Program), Sunaire Express (Regional Airline-Management Pilot), and Channel-8 TV (Traffic Manager). All of this time living in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. By the way, Charlie Fisher is also here in St. Croix.

On a Windjammer cmise a year ago I ran into John Geller (he noticed my ring and asked 'What Class?' I later invited him and his lady for a fourday cmise on my sailboat. FOOTLOOSE. My current hobbies include sailing, music, and the theater.

LCDR M. P. (Marty) Merrick, USN (Ret.), St. C Condo #102, Christiansted, VI 00820, h: 340-773-1473 Fax is die same; w: 340-778-5008, Work Fax 340-778-5011; e: MMerr91459@aol. com That's all for now. Glad about emailâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;sure beats writing.

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June and Gene Gasser and Merf Moerschel

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Pres; RADM Jerry Smith, USN (Ret) Cort. Sec'y: CAPT Roger Onorati, USN (Ret) 1756 Point No Point Drive, AnnapoUs, MD 2I40I h: 410-849-3812; w: 301-261-8862 f: 301-261-8669; e: rtrogero@ea.net http://www.jorge.com/USNA61

Danny Mussleman and Ted Parsons watching "the" game

Greetings from the frozen Tuncfra of Crabtown! I'm writing this column the morning of a cold New Year's Day as we're expecting the "storm of the year" tomortow. "But the year is still very young. " you say. Tme, but not so young that I haven't already broken two of my five New Year resolutions. The first broken resolution was to give up cigars. As of 10:35 a.m., I'm contentedly puffing on my second stogie of 1999, a Cuban Cohiba sent to me as a Christmas present by my son, Tony Onorati '84, who managed to procure one during his recent cmise to exotic lands in the Middle East courtesy of Uncle Sam aboard ABE LINCOLN. Since the contraband arrived in the mail, I've been worried

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about a customs agent showing up at my door demanding restitution, so I thought I'd destroy the evidence by burning it. The second broken resolution had to do with my perennial postholiday diet. This fell by the wayside at exactiy 6:37 a.m., local time, when I opened the freezer, spotted the remnants of a container of Starbucks coffee almond fudge ice cream, and proceeded to dispose of the remains by inhaling it quickly before my conscience had time to react. I justified this by pretending I was on Wake Island, where it was still before midnight, local time.

This leaves three resolutions I will pursue with all the enthusiasm of a Plebe preparing for a cruise box race. Two have to do with lowering my golf handicap to a respectable level so I won't embarrass myself when I get to play with Mike Moynahan during my next trip to Hawaii.

The final resolution, contrary to popular opinion, has nothing to do with Viagra. I'm keeping it under my hat, so to speak, but I'll be sure to keep you posted on the progress.

Cyberspace Nooze Skip McGinley (cinmesm@erols.com); Connie and I are moving to Washington, D.C. New address for us: E.S. McGinley II, 1515 Jefferson Davis Highway, Apt. 1304, Arlington, VA 22202; 703-413-0647.

JP Decker: Carole and I hosted the annual Army/Navy game party at our house again this year. Unhappily, we didn't do as weU this year. We were really looking forward to trashing the Woo Poos, again. Anyway, the game was still a thriller and everyone enjoyed themselves thoroughly. Those who attended were: Sandy and Ken Craig (Sandy is recovering from foot surgery), Faye and Dave Tunm, Judy and Jim Laster, Breeze and Charlie Stewart and Walt Strobach. I sent invitations to our game party to all the Classmates that are Usted on our Class web site, but a lot of them were returned because the addresses were no longer valid. I'd like to ask those Classmates in the Hampton Roads area to either update their addresses on the Class of '61 web site or send them to me: J. P. W. Decker, 901 Winwood Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451; 757-491-8288. We hope for a much bigger tumout next year!

Don Grinnell: The San Diego Class hierarchy here asked me to send you a few lines about our A/N get-together. WeU, with the exception of thefinalscore, we had a great time at our annual A/N game party here in San Diego. Many thanks to Leo Willetts, Boyd Steele, Mugs McKeown and Jim Richardson for their work in putting the party together. With the departure of Karia and Buzzy Needham, we went back to our old rendezvous at the Sub Base here in San Diego. The club is right on the water and surprisingly, there were several ships heading to sea during the game.

Needless to say, the ships prompted more than one sea story. The breakfast buffet was a great seller right through tiU the fourth quarter. We invited foUcs from not only the San Diego area, but from Arizona and Nevada as well. Those attending were: Betty and Tom Bailey, Corky and Gary Carlson, Lee and Jim Cavanaugh, Terry and Roger Goodall, Don Grinnell, Bob Grubb, Michelle and Ted Gumee and son, Scott, and Scott's lady, Bill Kraus, Joe Maiden, Bruce Maxon, Steve Mayian, Mimi Boos and Mugs McKeown, Dudley Moore, Hannah and Jim Richardson, Ann and Dick Rothwell, Arilla and Chuck St. Laurent, Lou and Boyd Steele, and Kathryn and Leo Willetts. The party ended with all good wishes for a healthy and Happy Holiday Season and New Year.

And finally, complements of our great 3rd Company Rep, Arlie Campbell, a very comprehensive update to ring in the New Year: Curt Holcomb (holcomb@scra.org): I have kept up with Dudley Williams somewhat. Dud is Comptroller for a small company

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that manufactures hi-tech valves for power plants, located in Springfield, MA. Judy Williams is headmisttess of a school there. Both are runners and birders. In fact, they got Ruby and I into birding when they visited us in Charleston several years ago. Dudley is also a lawyer. I am not sure if he is actively practicing, but he did the degree and the Massachusetts Bar exam. I believe that both of their sons went to USNA. Joe Mueller and I are on the Sub League email list.

We saw the announcements about Tom Maloney '58 (a fellow submariner and mutual friend.

AFC). My wife. Ruby, is quite a quitter. Does about four a year and gives them away as gifts. I am still working full-time for Arthur D. Little, and am now a VP, might keep going for two to four more years. Doing more ttavel than I would like and it interferes with tennis. Ruby and 1 do birding trips for vacations; Trinidad in November, Northem California in September. My parents are still hanging in there at local assisted living facility. Joe Mueller moved his parents to one here as well, but his mother was killed in an auto accident soon after. The Naval Nuclear Power School/Nuclear Power Training Unit has co-located here. Amazing how Charleston has shragged off the base closing and surged ahead.

Unemployment is below the national average and home prices are rising faster than anywhere in the U.S. Local contractors can't find enough workers.

Joe Herlihy (joeh@cybertours.com): My computer seems to work, however, I'm still not very proficient at manipulating the email. I can log on and read the Christian Science I^ionitor or NY Times in the moming and pick up any incoming mail. My son keeps promising to give me a Wtorial, but he invariably does something to the system and I can't get rid of what he did.

To tell the trath, Arlie, did you have to pull out your old 'Reef Points' to get the fifth Law of the Navy right? (No. I bought a brand new Reef Points... wfto could find the old one? AFC). I can still recite a lot of stiange things; How's the cow.

What time is it. Sir!, etc. I leamed them two years before you guys did too! My daughter, who is an 'admiralty' lawyer in Manhattan frequently amazes her partners and associates with the Navy related trivia she comes up with. One of the items concemed a passing knowledge of the existence, and some of the contents of. Reef Points. My oldest daughter, Maura, who works assisting either my wife. Marguerite, in her property management business, or me in my real estate appraisal business, takes care of paying the bills. Recently, she decided that it made more sense to pay for a lifetime Alumni membership than continue to pay an annual fee. I think this had something to do with an impending price break as we get older and farther removed from graduation day. In any case, the result is that I am a Life Member, though it was not a conscious decision on my part. I hope to be able to make some significant contribution to the Class Project, though I suspect an equal amount would need to be sent to Marguerite's alma mater, Mt. St. Vincent's in New York. Marriage is a compromise. We are well along with recovering from the trauma of paying for college costs. Our last, JD, graduated in May 1996 and hopefully will have some discretionary income available. We took a craise out of San Juan in January '97.1 personally didn't much care for it, perhaps because I had some flu symptoms for thefirstpart, or maybe because the captain wasn't prepared to accept my advice on how to drive.

Marguerite liked the craise, especially the ram drinks and slot machines. Makes her sound like a drunken gambler, and she is anything but.

Seems like some days she is taking care of half the world. I was the youngest child in my family, almost seven years younger than my closest sibling and 15 from the oldest, so my parents are now gone, my mom would have been 100 next year. Marguerite, however was the oldest, and her parents are still with us, but suffering the infirmities of 80+. My daughter, Maura, has also been a big help, freeing Marguerite from her office to allow her to and assisting in helping her

parents. My children are a source of pride. Family is what it's all about. Since Joe entered the Academy in '86, our vacations have involved long weekends visiting our children in either Annapolis, South Hadley, Saratoga Springs, Bryn Mawr, Durham or Boston (BC Law), fortunately all nice places. Joe Herlihy '90, 30+, left the service after four years, most as an ORDO on a Frigate, received an MBA at Duke and now rans a division of a Company called IDEXX (does medical products, blood tests, etc., for the veterinary and food testing fields) in Memphis, TN. We hope he comes back to Maine in about a year, since he will have completed his task of creating the division he now runs. Maine is the Corporate headquarters. Maura, our oldest girl, has an apartment in our largest complex and, as I stated, works primarily for her mother, but helps me as well. Our middle daughter, Louise Skidmore '92, is pregnant with our first grandchild and is married to a Navy officer, Bill Tower They are in Middletown, RI, (Newport) where Louise is known as the 'Rental Queen of Newport,' her real estate specialty. Bill is waiting for a seat in the March class at the War College, while teaching at SWOS, after serving as CHENG on CHOSIN. How am I doing on the acronyms? He hopes to stay on after the War College for PXO school.

Our baby, Sarah, (Bryn Mawr '94, BC Law '97), is also married, though she retains her maiden name. She is an associate at Healey and Bailey a Manhattan lawfirmspeciahzing in admiralty law.

Most of her work involves shipping contracts with the occasional opportunity to depose Ivana Tramp; who was suing a company Sarah's firm represents over her Yacht overhaul. They also represent Lloyds of London and a lot of the shipping companies. She is happily married with a nice apartment in Hoboken, apparently a YUPPEE/DINC community. First dusting of snow in Maine last night, after record-breaking warmth (it was over 70 in Portland on 7 December, an all time record) a shock to find a quarter to half inch crast of snow/ice over everything.

Time to put on the studded snow tires and change to winter wiper blades. Why is it you spend all your life (when self employed) worrying about where the next client is going to come from, then when you want to slow down, they are coming out your ears? I do real estate appraisal all by myself (spent 30 years avoiding having employees) and am presently hip-deep in work which just keeps coming in. Time to retire, never thought I'd say that.

Boots Kubia (bootsk@aol.com): Just want to acknowledge your letter and the fact that you have the right address. For now, all is well. I am kept busier than I sometimes care to be as VP and Tech Director for IriScan, Inc. Some of my activity over the past five years can be seen on our company web site at: iriscan.com. We have come a lo-o-o-o-ong way in the past five years, starting from scratch with two persons and a helluva piece of technology developed by our senior scientist (now a lecturing professor at Cambridge University, England). Jerry Kennedy (3rd Company) joined us within the past year to address strategic partnering and licensing deals.

Sounds like you have decided to cut back on the throttle and enjoying it. (/ have...now fully retired, hut possibly willing to consult, if it doesn't cramp my traveling, etc. AFC). One of these days, in the not too distant future, need to be bought out first or go public. IriScan, and our technology, received a lot of attention this past year and expect a lot more in the next. Had some excellent successes this past year. Licenses with Oki Electrical Corp., LG and Daimler Benz for applying our technology in their products. We exhibited at COMDEX for the first time and a new product that I have a patent filing on was one of the four finalist for Best of the Show. The company was selected Product Company of the Year

by NJ Technology Council. Like good wine, it gets better with age. All of the work keeps me busy, off the street and out of trouble...most of the time.

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Pete Ferriso (pwferriso@earthlink.net): Just received your annual letter to the Company and thought that it best that I respond as soon as possible lest I forget. I am a Life Member of the Alumni .Association. I have recentiy spoken to Dan Schroeder (frigatel20@aol.com) about the Class craise and it appears that I might be off to Disney World just about that rime. I'm sure that I will be missing a great time. Now, for a littie background on my coming and goings: I retired from TWA in Oct '97 after 31 years. Several years ago. I set up a financial consulting business and am continuing with that endeavor in order to keep from driving my wife crazy. We have had an empty nest for about five years. All three of my sons are married and doing quite weU. My oldest. Peter, is a principal at Morgan Stanley.

My middle is the assistant dfrector of the Smart Museum at the University of Chicago and my youngest is a \ice president at Deutche Bank, NY. During July 4th weekend, we visited Karen and Dan Schroeder in North Carolina and had the oppormnity to visit with Carol and Phil Jones (He started widi us and finally graduated m 1962).

Just recendy Howie Winfree also retired from TWA and had a great party at his home in Oxford. MD. Many other Classmates were also in attendance. In October of this year, we are off to Nanwcket for our annual USNA week (been going for 12 years). Our usual attendees are TJ".

Manning. Tom Rooney. Gary Seraly. Howie Winfree, myself and our wives. We often refer to this annual event as "original issue gathering" (since all wives are original issue); which is unique in this age and we all are quite blessed.

Gary Seraly lives close by and I manage to see him often and drink some of his homemade wine, â&#x20AC;˘'Chateau le Guar." Just spent a week with Susie and Howie Winfree and they were kind enough to share their Homecoming tickets with Jeannie and me (Colgate game). Heard all about your famous hotdogs and am looking forward to the tailgate party and, of course, a win by Navy. See you all in two weeks.

(Pete made it to our famous '61 Tailgates, Howie rrmkes most of them now, also. AFC).

Jim Traa (jrtraa@aol.com); iJim reported in late August with the following. Since then, his wife. Honey, has passed away and we all send our most sincere corulolences to him and the family. AFC) Even though I haven't been communicating very much. I have a great appreciation for the fine job that you and the "61ers in the AnnapoUs area are doing on behalf of the Class. To update you on my activities, we moved to Adanta three years ago to start up a business. After 30+ years in corporate Ufe. small business is a big change.

It does keep one young. Our oldest son, Jimmy Traa '88, got out of the Navy last year and is in the medical equipment business in San Antonio, TX, with his lovely wife. Claudia, and two grandchildren. Our daughter. Laura, is a Human Resource Manager at Burson-Marsteller in Washington, DC. She is enjoying the good life in Georgetown. The youngest son, Michael, graduated from the University of Tennessee where he played football and has been commissioned a 2nd Lt, USMC. He reports to Quantico in November and hopes to make a career in Marine Air. Please give our best to the Third Company Gang. My daytime phone number is: 770 986-0062, fax 770 986-9848.

Gary Seraly (gseraly@worldnet.att.net); My son, Mark Seraly. M.D.. is a physician on staff at the University of Pittsburgh Dermatology Department. He also is a sculptor in the process of sculpting the great Indian chiefs. Thus far. he has completed the busts of Sitting Bull and Chief Joseph. He soon will be working on Tecumseh. Mark has been able to find much historical information about Tecumseh but very litde physical information. Realizing the importance of Tecumseh to USNA, I assume you may have important physical information about him that may include pictures or paintings. Please advise what information you have and what you can send

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to me via email. (/ mentioned that the USNA's Tecumseh. a figureheadfrom a ship, is not a likeness of the historical Tecumseh. the Chief of the Six Nations tribe and British General during the Warof 1812. AFC) I retired from TWA as a Captain/Pilot Instructor and FAA Check Airman in October 1995 after 28 years of service. Two of my three children, along with their spouses and six grandchildren, Uve in the Pittsburgh, PA. area. This is the reason why my wife, Ruthaim, and I have purchased property in Peters Township, PA, and plan to build a retirement home there near our family.

A guest room will be waiting when our new home has been completed! I currendy have my New Jersey house on the market and hope to be moving in 1999. I will provide a new address after we are settled for Classmates desiring a potential "watering hole" stop if transiting the area. I often see Pete Ferriso. Tom Manning. Howie Winfree and Tom Rooney. As a matter of fact, the whole group of us worked for TWA and are all retired. In January. Ruthann and I will visit Tom and Sandy Rooney Uving in University Park, FL. While there, we shaU also visit Sandy and Dick Petrucci who wiU soon be building a new home in die same area. Regards to all of our 3rd Company shipmates.

Jim Hart was heard from via snail mail; Thanks for the note. As you say, a year can pass in a flash and both Marilyn and I think it goes faster as one gets older (hopefully better too!). Not much news here other than yours tndy is now going on Social Security. Fortunately, I don't feel older, so I continue to work part time.

StUI participate in Masters/Senior track and field and look forward to possibly coaching a local track team in the spring. Regarding the rest of the family, all is weU. Marilyn still teaches. She swears every year wiU be her last, but every year she hears Uttie voices (kindergarten) and goes back to her first love. My troop, whom I can't get to marry anyone, are stUl doing OK. Tim is with a large advertising company in San Francisco and there is a "Girl Friday" from a law firm here in Walnut Creek. The Class project seems to be going OK. I've got my long term financial commitment going on and hope to pay it down quickly. I'm looking forward to the 40th and I'm sure both Marilyn and I will be there.

Les Lemke (leslenike@aol.com); I received your letter yesterday...my 87-year old mom misplaced it! Good to hear from you. I just have a few minutes here, and promise to send you loads of info next week. Here is a bit now: I. Jay Shower, 3325 Biscay Drive. San Diego, CA. 92154; 619-690-9035: hangar 619-448-0065; email: jayshower@aol.com. (Come on Jay. you too can check in. AFC) 2. 1 am divorced. Don't be sorry about it. Please remove Marcia fixim roster. New girlfriend is Barbara (wonderfiil). 3.

We think we can be on the craise! 4. House addresses for me: a. 16834 Palmero Drive. San Diego, CA. 92128; 619-487-0577 b. 2665 Topaz Square. Las Vegas, NV 89121; 702-733-8548 c.

7600 SW 116th Sti^et, Miami, FL 33156; 305255-8038: d. Boat, in Coral Gables, FL: 305-9690707, and I get messages forwarded no matter where I am. Jay Shower and I shoved off 12-19 December from Miami in my forty foot sloop.

CAREFUL NOW. with our friends. Mary and Barbara, for two weeks of holiday cmising in the Bahamas in the south Exumas chain. Really great to hear from you. Go Navy!

Dick Dunn (rjatdunn@compuserve.com); I recently got online and wanted to give you my email address. Hope things are going well with you; everything is fine here. I'm still completely retired and enjoying the hell out of it.

Here's a two-minute tour of my life since graduation. Married my OAO. Anita, ten days after we graduated. Got out of the Navy in '67 after flying F-4s for a while before getting grounded.

Spent two years on RANGER (CVA-61) as ship's company working in lOIC (Air Intelligence).

However, since I was a "boat schooler." I was pressed into standing deck watches and qualified as OOD underway: GQ OOD. and Special Sea

Detail OOD. Had some fun on two WestPac cruises. Spent my last year in Hawau at FICPAC on Ford Island; good duty. My second son was bora two months after I got released; first was bora in '62. Moved to Philadelphia and took a job with "Uncle" as a training officer for the IRS. Spent 27 years in the training and persoimel field all in the Philadelphia area. Iretiredfiveyears ago as a GS-14 and have been reaUy enjoying life ever since. We moved to the Reading, PA, area ten years ago; the commute to Philadelphia was a bear, but I did it for five years. This past summer, we downsized to a two bedroom condo in Reading in anticipation of doing a lot more traveUng. My wife, Anita, still works part-time, but she'U be cutting back/stopping shortly. Our two boys Uve in the area, so we see them all the time and enjoy their company. We also have two lovely granddaughters (9 and 16) with whom we have a lot of fun.

Not many USNA-types here in Reading, but if anyone comes close I'd love to hoist a few with them. I'm in the book and would enjoy talking about old times, as weU as current events.

Dan Schroeder (frigateI20@aol.com); I am semi-retired: spUtting time between golf, beach and work. I do consulting things for a couple of companies which helps to support the mortgage company and Karen's and my favorite vacationsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;craises. On the golf front Karen and I will be marshals at the "99 U.S. Open in Pinehurst next June...some people will do anything for a free lesson.

Here's a final note from Arlie Campbell: From all of therestof the Third Company guys; Dick Bowen. Mike Bradley. De Bronk, John Champlain, Bob Foord (keeping his cover in tact. I presume. AFC). Mike Gambacorta, Ed Henault. Jerry Kennedy (jkennedy@ uscom.com). Art Mack, Jim Meadows. Frank Morrow, Andy Salko, Bob Schmidt (your email address no longer works for me. AFC), Jay Shower (jayshower@aol.com). Dud Williams, Howie Winfree (recently retired and now on the Maryland Eastern Shore. AFC), and Dave Wright (djwright@gorca.com): "Nothing Heard." Drop me a line at A.F. CampbeU, 7903 Marysia CourL Springfield, VA 22153, or an email: campbellaf@aol.com. Your Classmates would love to catch up with you. I accept calls 703-912-6826, also, even collect ones from Companymates, or have your secretary drop me a fax at: 703-912-7806.

Seen and Heard Around Town I talked to J i m Hellauer in late November and he sent me a press release announcing his appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer of Envfronmental Technologies Corporation (EVTC). Jim, who is an Executive Director of Colman Capital Advisors. I n c , was appointed to provide strategic and financial advice to EVTC, On the local front. Barbara and Jay Bower hosted the annual Navy/Army game party at their new home in Annapolis, The tumout was tremendous, though I still haven't received the attendance Ust. For the first time since 1980, Judy and I traveled to Philly for the game with Gina and Neil Block, and missed the local party.

It was a beautiful, warm, sunny day, and the Navy team played thefr hearts out. but the fickle finger of fate got us once agstin. I'm looking for Navy to do well the next few years as the very young players who played this year gain some size and experience.

Upcoming Class Events Class luncheons in the DC area will be held on Tuesday. 11 May and 13 July.

By the time you read this, the Class of "61 craise will be history. I'll be waiting for a fiiU report from the craise director. Don Evans, and will report in the June or July column. " G E T IT DONE WITH '61"

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Pres: CAPT Richard J. Hayes, USN (Ret) h: 703-575-0670; e; USNA62@erols.com Sec'y: Howard Pinskey h: 410-974-1962; e: PINSK62@aol.com RO. Box 3380, AnnapoUs, MD 21403-3326 Greetings From Annapolis As 1999 unfolds, here's hoping that the Class enjoys a healthy and happy year and may all your wishes and desires be fulfilled. The Annapolis "Dark Ages" are almost over and the beautiful springtime is taking over. Now for the Class news: QUI Class president, Dick Hayes, attended the Naval Academy Alumni Association Board Tmstees meeting held in Annapolis on 3 and 4 December 1998. The following is a synopsis of some of the key items on the agenda; VADM John Ryan '67, the new Superintendent, provided an overview on the status of the Academy and the Brigade. He feels he has a great and diverse faculty team headed by the Academic Dean (our own Bill Miller). It's a good leadership team that is actively involved in helping the Midshipmen get through the rigorous academic programs at the Academy. There are now 19 majors programs with a sound core curriculum. The average SAT score for the Class of 2002 is 1304. The Midshipmen own the Honor Concept. Firsties teach the Honor Concept values to the underclassmen. Weekend and liberty privileges have been tightened up to aUow more time for the Mids to study and supervise the underclassmen. It's not a Monday to Friday coUege. He is putting more funds into the Naval Academy Prep School (NAPS) to better prepare Fleet Sailors and Marines to succeed at the Academy. There is an exceUent funcUng profile for the Academy. Strong support from the SecNav and CNO. He is working on a long range strategic plan for the Academy.

Snuffy Smith, the Chairman of the Board of Tmstees, convened the business part of the meeting. He introduced key members of the Alumni Association who provided an overview of "things" under thefr respective cognizance.

RADM Ron Marryott '57, President and CEO of the Alumni Association, briefed on the status of numerous programs, including FlashNet (an electronic mail system to get the word out quickly to Board Members, Class Presidents and Alunrni Members). The 1999 goal is to increase the number of Alunrni on the FlashNet to 28,000.

He also said that the Alumni Association had joined ProNet in association with 21 other universities to help match job-seeking alumni and potential positions.

Corbin McNeill, Chairman of the Alumni Association Finance Committee, gave the "financial report" which reflected an excellent financial position (the best ever).

CAPT Paul Zambernardi '70, the Chief Financial Officer, followed with a financial overview, which included the very good work Corbin has done. CAPT Zambemardi then briefed the members on the status of the Naval Academy Fund. As most of you know, this is the first year of the new fund raising procedures.

Members making donations to the annual Naval Academy Fund drive, can direct their contributions to benefit Naval Academy Programs, Alumni Association Programs or both. In the current drive, so far about 55% has been designated for Naval Academy Programs and

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45% for Alumni Programs. It appears that the final split will be closer to 50-50. This is good.

By far, the most significant item discussed at the Board meeting was the Alumni Association Governance Study Group Report by the study chairman, CAPT Neil Block '61. A littie background: the Board of Trustees provides overall policy guidance and direction to the Alumni Association. The policy/guidance is then executed by the President/CEO (RADM Ron Martyott) and his staff. The Board of Trastees is composed of elected members as weU as 13 Chapter members. The Chapter members represent basically the 13 largest chapters in the Association. There is no Class President representation on the Board of Trastees. As a result, policies and programs are developed by the Board of Trustees and may require assistance from the Class Presidents to make them a success. A good example is fund raising, which is the key program involving Class Presidents.

After a caucus of Class Presidents (including me) in May 1998, strong support for structural changes in the composition of the Board of Tmstees to accommodate "Class Representation" was expressed. Snuffy Smith then appointed a study group (under Neil Block) to review the issue and make recommendations as warranted for changes in the stmcture and/or composition of the Board of Tmstees. The Governance Study Group Report recommended a 29 member Board composed of 25 Tmstees and four officers. This is a decrease from the present board composition. The major change is the addition of seven Class Trastees. The Class Trastees will represent their respective generational group (i.e. a '60s Class Trastee will represent the interests of the Class Presidents from '60 to '69). This is a good plan because it provides basically equal representation between the Class Presidents and the Chapter Presidents. After a 'spirited' discussion, the recommendations of the Govemance Study Group Report were approved by the Board of Trastees. The Class President representation will be phased in over the next several years.

After the meeting, there was a pep rally and 'Mule Stew' party to cheer on the football team for the Army/Navy game. I guess we didn't cheer loud enough. We may not have won the game, but we certainly won the party.

Speaking of party's, Marcia and Tom Woodka graciously hosted an Army/Navy game party attended by 62 (unique number) Class members and their OAO's. Thanks to Tom and Marcia.

As a final note, for those who are not members of the Alumni Association, please consider joining. Your membership entitles you to Shipmate, as well as all the numerous benefits of membership. Please support your Alumni Assoc.

Class News Gail and Bob Bosser write from New Mexico that they had a devastating house fire on 12 January 1998.

It left the shell and we rebuilt, in a retirement community in Rio Rancho. The house is wonderfully new now and we are recovering nicely from our loss, which included our two Siamese cats. Fortunately, Bob was able to get me two others for my birthday, so now we are four again.

Our children andfivegrandchildren left Florida for Alaska and D.C. Our son, Robert, Diane and their two, Aric (2-1/2) and Marissa are in Gaithersburg, MD, while our daughter, Kimberly, Al, and their three, Chris (11), Brando (9) and Jessica (7), weretiansferredto ElmendorfAFB, Anchorage, AK, where she is in her third year of a college social work major. Bob has taken up amateur acting and he's loving it. It gives me a kitchen pass.

Bob and Gail Bosser Trena and John Hewitt send regards from Port Orchard, WA. It was a busy year for the Hewitts. John's health is improving nicely and they traveled a lot and saw all their children and grandchildren, except one, around the country.

They wish the Class another year of continued health, love and friendships.

That's our Class news for this March 1999 issue of Shipmate. As always, your Classmates need your input, cards, letters and photos. Give them up!

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Pres: Hon. Stephen M. Duncan Sec'y: Michael H. Shelley 25 Sweetwater Lane, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 h: 828-862-4245; e: nstar@citcom.net We'll begin this month's news exchange with results and photos from the 35th Reunion Golf Toumament at the Naval Academy golf course, all provided by toumament coordinator Jim Lloyd. The various winners among the 45 participants were: Low Gross—Mickey Mays; Low Net—Joe Fossella; 2nd Low Gross—Jim Koehn: 2nd Low Net—Mike Rubel; Longest Drive—Bob Hecbt; Closest to Pin—Mike Bracy; Closest to Pin—Rich Weidman.

Here are some photos from the 35th Reunion Golf Toumament;

Group 2 - Bonnie and Daryl Rabert, Steve and Karen Hoy Group 6 - Ed Howard, Mickey Mays. Roy Warren.

Dave Honhart

Group 10 - Joe Collins, Wink Wilkinson, Rich Weidman

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\%Tm. I Group 11 - Bemie Kelley, O.D. Thompson, Sam Garde, Pete Vreeland

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Group 8 - Joel Gardner, Mike Bracy, Ian Sargent, Clay Morse

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Group 9 - Bob and Jane Hecht, Chuck Spadafora, Dick Jones

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Judi and Dave Puckett Judi and I were married on 16June 1963,after a long courtship starting in the seventh grade.

After some TDY, we started Nuc School in Vallejo in February '64, then to prototype in Idaho, and then to Sub School in New London.

In August '65,1 was assigned to PATRICK HENRY

Fourth Company tailgaters Here's a photo of some very happy-looking Fourth Company folks at the 35th Reunion.

Shown are Gwen Wyttenbach, Bonnie and Dan Hitzelberger, and Judy and Jim Koehn. (Yes, that's Bill Graham in the left background.

Thanks to Gwen for supplying the picture and for sharing the news that she recentiy gave a tour of the Academy to Pat Wright's son, Keith, who had never seen his dad's alma mater I recentiy received a phone call from the mother of our Classmate, Ed Weathers, bringing the sad news that Ed had died of a heart attack on 8 November in Bay St. Louis, MS. An obituary and a photo of Ed are set to appear in the "Last Call" section of this issue.

I am sorry to also report the death of Karl Kaup, who succumbed to a brain tumor on 30 December in San Diego. Here is text from a message that Karl's wife. Donna, sent that evening: Dear friends and family, I want to let you know that Karl peacefuUy passed away in my arms this moming and is now with our Lord. All of your prayers, love, and support have been so overwhelming and appreciated during this time. I know Karl is happy that you are surrounding our family with your kindness and love. God bless you. Donna.

Donna's maiUng address is P.O. Box 6676, San Diego, CA 92166-0676.

From Jim Ring, comes an evocative photo, a good story, and note of a recent recognition of distinguished service:

Danang 1967 - Jim Patterson and Joel Warshaw This is a picture of two A-6 Warriors taking a break from the action in Vietnam. At left, is my roommate, LT Jim Patterson, USN, and on the right, is our 16th Companymate, Capt Joel Warshaw, USMC. It was taken in Danang in April 1967, one month before Jim was shot down over North Vietnam. He is still missing. Jim was an A-6 B/N and Joel was an A-6 driver. Jim had taken R & R from ENTERPRISE and went to visit his brother. Luck, an infantry Marine Officer in Vietnam. He actually went out on a mission with

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him. He stopped to visit with Joel for a little, when he was there. Joel flew over 300 missions during his 13 months in Vietnam. He received the DEC and was recommended for the Navy Cross, but it was downgraded to the Silver Star. Jim received the DFC also. I wonder what a list of medals that our Classmates received would look like.

Incidentally, Joel told me a great story. When he was flying one night when he first got to Vietnam, he heard a group of Marines say that they were under fire and needed some air support. He contacted the air ttaffic controller and said that he could see where the fire was coming from and requested permission to make aran.They put him on hold and he kept asking to be sent in. Finally, then gave him permission, but it was too late; the firing had stopped and he couldn't see the place to bomb. After he landed, he wrote a bUstering post-op brief in which he expressed his frastration at not being allowed to attack the enemy. The next day, he was called into a senior officer's office. The senior officer reamed him out for writing such a scathing report and told him never to write one like that again, then dismissed him. As he was walking out, the senior officer said "LT Warshaw, sometimes you have to take things into your own hands." He had been given the official version and then the unofficial version. Joel said that was all he needed from there on.

Jim DeFrancia, Terry Abell and I had dinner with Mike Lents in mid-December and presented him with a framed, remarqued lithograph of FITZGERALD. It was inscribed, "To Mike Lents for 20 years of service to the USNA Class of 1963 Foundation. Thanks for making it happen!" Our Classmate, Dick Whalen, the artist who painted the original picture, added to Mike's lithograph a drawing of our Class crest, which he had designed when we were Plebes.

Honoring Mike Lents' distinguished service Setting a most excellent example for the rest of you good folks, Dave Puckett has written to summarize his career to date and tell us about his family.

(SSBN-599).

In August' 69, we left the Navy with three children and I started an MBA at Purdue (Once a Hoosier, always one!) Due to a need for cash and getting on with it, I finished in August '70 and started work for Owens Coming in Toledo, OH. While at Purdue, and with no insurance, we conceived again, and within two weeks of starting the new job, we had number four (our MasterCard baby).

My career in Owens Coming was mostly in the international area with the last four years spent in Korea and Hong Kong, operating as the lone expat in a minority held joint venture in Korea and starting new businesses in China, respectively. I then took an early retirement package instead of a job in Colombia. On the way home from Hong Kong, we had the honor of visiting with Carol and Charlie Minter. After nine months (That's long enough to have a baby, isn't it?), I decided what to do with the third, third of my life. At this time, our daughter who lives near Detroit told us she was going to give us our first grandchild. Judi said she did not want to be an "absentee grandmother" so we decided to move back to Toledo, where we still owned a house, and I went into Financial Planning with a WooPoo from '64, although I never let it interfere with trips we want to take or other social agendas. We rafted down the Colorado for eight days last summer If you ever get a chance to make the trip, I highly recommend it. That was our therapy after the two weddings!

Judi and I have four children, two of whom were married this summer three weeks apart. We now have four grandchildren, with twins on the way in April. The children live in Chicago; Novi, MI; Cleveland; and Lynchburg, VA. Only Virginia is a tough trip, so we see them all as often as possible and we accept all babysitting assignments. Grandchildren are traly ay'oy!

We had a fabulous time at the Reunion and would invite any of you who get this far in this note to stop and visit if you are ever close. We have plenty of room as we do not want the children to use lack of space as an excuse not to come see us. My email is: puckmmad@glasscity.net, and I am the only David Puckett in the Toledo phone book. We look forward to seeing some of you in Toledo and, if not before, at the 40th.

From both coasts came news of Class of 1963 activities surrounding the Army game on 5 December.

From Pennsylvania, John Newsom sent two photos and this account: Here, one the next page, is a photo taken at the gathering of Classmates at John Conroy's house in Morrisville, PA, before the Army/Navy game.

Standing, left to right, are Bill Himchak, Ed Gill, Fred Storz, Bob LaGassa, Dave Honhart and Bruce Webb. Kneeling are Chuck Spadafora, John Conroy and John Newsom. (Note the large "USNA '63" banner in the background!) All of us were still standing, well behaved, and rela-

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tively sober for the 8:00 a,m. start time of John's party. Also present, but not pictured, was Bemie Grabowski.

The second photo shows Navy pushing the raU at the game. You'U notice they have two rails to keep in the Navy guys. In the ftt)nt are, John Castro, John Newsom and Dave Honhart In the center are, Jim Metcalfe and Bob LaGassa.

Standing are Wilson Harris, Bob Campbell, Fred Storz and Bruce Webb. Other Classmates were seen at the game, but were buying food or in the head when this picture was taken.

Roy Warren provided this account of events involving our San Diego area Classmates: The Navy/Army game (We should always consider ourselves first) brings some aimual happenings to our area. First, some graduates from the Classes of '71 and '72, who are now attorneys, started a golf toumament here about ten years ago. It is a Beat Army get-together and is now done in a scramble format This year, we were represented by Win Orgera and first-time entrants, Mickey Mays and Max Ricketts. They joined with me and if any of us could have putted, we would have had a great score. The next day, was our annual watching of the game. We gathered at June and Chuck Stone's beautiful home.

(This year they have added a huge patio, highUghted by a wondrous, very natural looking waterfall.) In attendance were. Dee and Ron Wills, Grant Telfer, Sally and Win Orgera. Nancy and CharUe Helsper and CharUe's mother, my wife, Vicki; and Don Jacobs. Don is now retired from the CIA, as is his wife, and they have a home in La JoUa. Have a great 1999!

Continuing our bi-coastal coverage, here are two "restaurant pictures." The first was provided

by Jim Oakes. It shows Daryl Rabert Arlene Inch (Jim's OAO), Bonnie Rabert, and Jim enjoying a meal at the Rose Pistola Restaurant in San Francisco last May. The secontL submitted

by Bob Polich. shows Liz Polich, Bob, and yours truly at the FaUs Lantling Restaurant in Brevard. NC, last November. Bob and Liz were looking for a retirement home and I enjoyed showing them aroimd our Uttie pocket of God's Country,

Dining in North Carolina Please read this letter carefully. It is from Jeanine Reynolds Delaney, daughter of our deceased Classmate, Jim Reynolds; My husband is Jim Delaney '90. We always receive Shipmate and I routinely read the '63 column because my father, Donald James Reynolds, was a '63 graduate. I am intrigued to read about what his Classmates are presentiy doing and how their lives have proceeded. Sometimes, I imagine what my father would be doing now, if he had survived the tragic accident that took his life on 3 December 1969.1 just put down

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die December issue of Shipmate and I must say that I was completely moved bytiiebeautiful and eloquent address delivered by your Class president, Steve Duncan. I felt as if someone let me see inside die hearts of my father's peers, and thus, inside his own heart. I was able to gain insight regarding his Classmates and the experiences they have shared. There was a part of the address that was dedicated to the Classmates who were gone—those who never saw their children grow up and never wimessed their weddings. Mr. Duncan's sensitivity to this ttagic fate that befell several families touched me deeply. Although my father is gone, and although 1 did not know him, I know he had dreams for my sister, my mother, and me. Thank you, Steve, and the Class of '63, for honoring his memory and his life. I appreciate the revealing insights, perspectives and memories you shared.

I barely knew my father, and his parents both died when I was still quite young. After all these years, I remain fascinated with who my father was and what his experiences were like as a Midshipman and as a Marine. Sharing the Annapolis experience with my husband has been a gift. I have been able to leara about the USNA ttaditions. experience Army/Navy, visit the campus and meet many wonderful Mids and graduates, fronically. on one special occasion during my husband's Commissioning Week, I met your Classmate. Charles Spadafora. He was a friendly sponsor who knew Jim. and who also knew my father from Quantico. It was a great conversation, one that stays with me years later.

I would be grateful for any additional perspectives that I can gain from his Classmates.

My father was stationed with my mother, GaUna, sister Christina (5) and me (2 1/2), at Cherry Point NC, at the time of the accident. He hadflownfor 13 months in Viemam, and recently retumedfromCuba. He was spending his last few weeks on active duty before retiring to be at home with his family. At the time of the accident, he was serving as an instractor. The student lost control of the plane and my father was forced to eject. He was knocked unconscious by the wing of the plane and his parachute never opened. He was MIA for 30 days over Christmas, before his body was found. Coincidentally, the admiral had signed the papers to grant my father terminal leave on the day that he died.

I would like to request that if anyone from the Class of' 63 remembers my father (known as Jim Reynolds to his friends), could you please take a moment to share with me, via mail or email, a memory or story about him? Most sincerely, Jeanine Reynolds Delaney, 608 North Barrett Lane, Christiana, DE 19702; jkdelaney@ erols.com.

A good month for news. Did you enjoy reading it? Of course you did. Now that you've again taken something from this news exchange, isn't it time to give something back? Simple to do: just send me a brief note by email or the postal service, or call me on the dependable voice phone system. All the info you need is printed at the head of our Class column. Use it, please. Thanks!

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Pres: CAPT Jerry Anderson, USNR (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Grant Fulkerson, USN (Ret.) 6000 Natick Court, Burke, VA 22015 h: 703-978-6885; e: fulkie@erols.com '64 Class Web page; http://www.mindspring.com/ ~gunsmoke26o/USNA64

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Pres; Pete Gness 410-757-4796; e; pdg@nrc.gov Sec'y; CDR Dave Anderson, USN (Ret.) 98-2039P Kaahumanu Street, Aiea, HI 96701 p: 808-456-1399; f: 808-834-0658 e; daveand@aloha.net '65 Class web site; http://www.aloha.net/~daveand Hope you all had a great Christmas and are starting out '99 mighty fine. I am putting this together on New Year's Eve and you won't see it 'til March, but there's a lot of info thanks to lots of email and a good, spirited dialogue ongoing on Harry "Doc" Hoffman's inspired '65 group from which I've gleaned a number of messages that I thought would be of interest to the whole Class. Look for Doc's email herein if you'd like to be part of the '65 list and egroup.

Ted Nanz, President and CEO of SPOT Image Corp., had a distinguished visitor last month.

Shown in the first photo are Ted and Dave Maddox. Dave's law firm, Arter and Hadden, represents SPOT Image and Ted says it is gratifying to have Classmates representing him—Dave for legal needs and Skip Orr of the Roger Staubach Realty firm representing his real estate needs.

Nanz and Maddox Ted Nanz also is shown below in the company of CAPT Edward Alexander '59, Kevin Nanz and his date, and ADM Jen^ Tuttie, USN (Ret.), at a ManTech Intemational anniversary party at the Reagan Center in DC. Ted's son, Kevin, graduated from Virginia Tech in May 1998 and works for ADM Turtle's company, Mantech.

Phil Ferrara also sent in a couple of notes and photos, the first of which was taken at the Navy/Rutgers tailgate in November Left to right in the next photo are; Bill Robertson, Pat Fitch, Phil, and Dave Neal. They all enjoyed tailgating with numerous Classmates and friends at all the games this year, including Army/Navy. Phil's address is: 902 Ravelson Terrace, Arnold, MD 21012.

Robertson, Fitch, Ferrara, and Neal Phil's second note related about Janie and Doug Norton's hosting of their first semiannual backyard "Wolf Trap East" party, which included many '65 Classmates and local friends. It was an Irish theme with the local "Black Velvet Band," and picnic on the grass was a great success. The '65 Classmates and spouses included Linda and Phil Ferrara, Janie and Doug Norton, Mary and

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Chip Seymour, Jane and Mitch Henderson, and Carol and Arnie McKechnie. The photo shows, Phil, Doug, Chip and Mitch, left to right. Ain't they ageless? Youth is etemal.

Ferrara, Norton, Seymour, and Henderson Steve McDonald sent a photo of himself and Lee Rathbun in River Ranch, FL, where they went for breakfast. Photo shows the tow of them in front of Steve's Stearman bi-plane.

McDonald and Rathbun The Fore & Aft, the official publication of the Honolulu Council of the Navy League had a terrific cover story on my ol' roomie, Jim Taylor, in thefr June/July issue. Jim is ADM Clemins' Deputy Chief of Staff for Fleet Maintenance, U.S. Pacific Fleet and is doing a helluva job there. Chris and Jim have been hosting and entertaining their two daughters, and one son (plus families) and Jim's dad over the holidays. Dad's from Lima, OH, where Jim hailed from on entering USNA. The son lives in San Francisco and the two daughters make thefr homes in Washington State.

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Taylor Have a few Christmas letters but will save those for next month. On to the email.

From Dick Zimmermann (dzimmerm@dandp.com), 2 November 1998: In early June 1967, a rendezvous in the eastem Med of a large task group was made in re-

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sponse to the opening of Arab-Israeli hostilities that later came to be known as the Six Days' War. The rendezvous was started in total darkness and the formation was completed just before first light, all done in total electronic silence. To the best of my recollection now, 31 years later, there were two attack carriers, two heavy craisers, and at least ten desttoyers. All ships were on station, or reasonably close to it, when electtonic silence was lifted at first light.

As an experimental use of our new email group, I think it would be interesting to see if we can now reconstract the composition of that task group which was, to me at least, an awesome and inspiring sight, at first with all the lights on the horizon as ships proceeded silently through a pitch-black but clear night to the stations they had been assigned several hours earUer, then more so at first light when the ships themselves became visible, and finally even more so when the carriers started air operations.

If you were there, please email me directiy at: dzimmerm@dandp.com, with your name, your ship, and your billet at the time. I will consolidate all responses and advise any who express an interest of whatever 1 come up with, and we can then see where this might go. Right now, I can think of no particular useful purpose to such an experiment, other than the fact that it seems intriguing. But then, isn't that what sea stories are all about?

From Theodore Harada (tharada@pol.net), 2 November 1998: Our son is home with us now for one year, and then will continue his residency for another four more years in dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan. Abby is in her first year at UH Medical School, and our oldest daughter, Ann is in her second year at Ross Medical School in New York. Ted is working harder than before to support our two daughters in medical school. I finished with my master's in health administration at the UH School of Public Health last year, so now I am done with school and work harder than before also. Please give us a call when you are in town or write to us when you're free. Take care.

Aloha, Sue Harada.

From Harry Hoffman (Doc@who.net), 2 November 1998: A few brief statistics for the '65 email list that I maintain: Since the list was loaded, a total of 2138 messages have been read on the web (as opposed to via email) by 207 unique users. A "unique" user means individual email address (some have two).

The number of subscribers hovers at the 400 mark. In the last week, the number of new or resubscribes has approximated the number of unsubscribes. A list of subscribers can be viewed at the eGroups website, though (unfortunately) there are no correlating names available, just addresses). The list is just shy of one month old (first addresses were loaded on 10/5/98) and started out with approximately 550. Losses were understandably the highest in the first week.

Reminders: To subscribe/unsubscribe via email, send email using the account you want affected as follows: to UNsubscribe, send blank email to: usna65-UNsubscribe@egroups.com.

To subscribe: send blank email to: usna65subscribe@egroups.com.

Web access for the list archives: http:// www.egroups.com.

Here, you can change your account options, read archived messages, access other email lists, and even start your own list.

USNA65 List Web Page (different from die eGroups site): http://home.inreach.com/flitedoc/home/ usna65.htm. Here you can subscribe via webbased form and download attachments which were too large to be sent to the list.

Suggested uses for the list: 1. Announcements of general nature (USNAAA or Class Alumni Chapter meetings/lunches, USNA sports information, Class events, etc.).

2. Updates for personal information (email ad-

dresses, etc.) Jeff, Bull, and Dave monitor the list so they should get the word along with 400 of your Classmates.

3. Information about Classmates who need our help.

4. Requests for information of general nature.

5. Sea Stories, Trivia, Class "Nostalgia," etc., are fair game, but please try to use good judgment regarding content and volume. Attachments over 200K can be sent directiy to me and I can post them on the list website for easy access.

6. Job announcements (such as the one Ted Nanz sent) which offer opportunities unique to classmates and our special qualifications. Out-and-out "ads" strictly for commercial or personal gain are discouraged.

7. Questions about the mechanics of using this Ust or computers in general. We have lots of computer talent here. Don't be afraid to ask. No question is too basic or "stupid."

8. Other suggestions for use of this Ust. Discouraged uses of the list: 1. Commercial advertisements for personal gain, as noted above.

2. "Chit-Chat" that could otherwise be accomplished by individual private messages.

3. Flames and nasty-grams to the Ust moderator (at least please send them privately).:-) 4. Large attachments (over 200K).

5. Political Statements (there are plenty of other fomms for this).

A word about lurking: Lurking, (reading list messages but never posting) is fine. Just remember that this is your Ust and if you want to participate by sending a message, you should not feel shy. Lists tend to "police" themselves (moderated or not) and so far this Ust is user-friendly and, hopefully, will remain that way.

My sincere thanks to those who have remained on the list and given it a shot at being a successful tool for class communication. In particular, thanks to Jeff Lewis, Dave Anderson and Bull Durham. Without the basic information they have collected, there would have been no way to effectively launch this effort.

I'm working on a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) for the list and will post it both to the list and on the website when finished. Best wishes, and BeatArmy'.

From Tom Humphreys (Swptwng@aol.com), 31 October 1998: Dear Classmates all. This is afiincommunique for me, and a very important one for the attractive, intelligent young lady sitting next to me.

Teresa James is a name that some of you wiU recognize, by virtue of the letter she sent to some of us in the spring of "97. Teresa was bora on 25 August 1965, and knows for a fact that her mother was a high school senior and her father a USNA Midshipman at the time of her conception (most likely Christmas break 1964). She was most probably bom in New York, and was adopted up-state (Plattsburg. NY) by a very lucky USAF couple (Mick James, a major at the time, and his wife, Lois).

With the support of her adoptive parents, Teresa has started a search for her birth parents.

The file from the placement agency indicates that her mom was 5'7" tall, had light brown hair and blue eyes, was poised and atttactive, and intelligent. The same file stated that dad was 25 years old (narrows the field a bit!), of English descent, and a USNA Midshipman at the time.

I received one of the initial query letters, and Marty and I scanned the '65 and '66 yearbooks for possible candidates. Despite some promising leads (in terms of age/location/etc.), nothing concrete has evolved, and Teresa is hampered by the New York state "sealed file" court order. Teresa's only interest in locating her birth parents is to leam of her roots and family medical history.

Teresa James is a very talented professional artist (e.g. was commissioned to restore murals at the Oregon state capitol, and other such prestigious projects). She is 5'9" tall, slender and athletic, having light brown hair and hazel eyes. She is also an accomplished equestrian.

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In case you're wondering why she is sitting next to me, Marty and I invited her out for a visit to our 20-acre Montana "spread." We've had a great time visiting, and plan to have many more such tiips in the future. To the "birUi-dad" that is out there (who may not even know Teresa exists), Marty and I can only say that we would be happy to have Teresa for our daughter. She is a sweetheart!

If any of you have info that might help Teresa in her search, or if "dad" should happen to read this communique, please call/email/mail/wire/fax me, and we'll close the loop. Any such info will be handled in strictest confidentiality.

Thanks for your help. Tom Humphreys '65, RO. Box 1502, Noxon, MT 59853; 406-8472594; fax: 406-847-2595; email: SWPTWNG@AOL.COM. From Mike Epprecht (epprecht@globalnet.co.uk), 9 November 1998; I am on the Class website and need to update my address. Here is the new contact information: Mike and Pam Epprecht, 2B Kew Green, Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 3BH, England; home phone: +44-181-286-4824; home fax: +44-181286-9369; office phone: +44-1276-411-281; office fax: +44-1276-411-085; mobile: +44-7771845-657; email addresses: epprecht@globalnet.co.uk, and 106122.1223@compuserve.com, and mike.epprecht@d-fd.com.

From Dean Richman (deanjr@wtd.net), 17 November 1998; Re: Class of 1965 Christmas Luncheon. Skip, please give my best regards to the guys in the D.C. area. It's been a long time since I've joined the luncheons. Work took me from McLean, VA, to Houston's Johnson Space Center I just left there and now reside in Lewisville, TX, north of DaUas. There's quite a wild group here, and I plan to be wild with 'em.

From Jerry Robinson (jerry.robinson@trw.com), 18 November 1998: As you may know by now, an endowment for Navy Rowing has been established. "Pure Gold," as it is called, was put together with the combined forces of The Navy Masters Rowing Club and The USNA AA. The sole purpose of the endowment is to estabUsh a $6M fund over die long term to increase the funding to Navy Crew. A handful of us, led by Craig Thrasher '63, are leading the effort. USNA AA is providing the muscle to make it happen. Following is the status to date: 1. A letter from ADM Ron Marryout '57, has been sent to all rowing Alumni announcing the program.

2. Craig Thrasher has sent a letter to all Class rowing Alumni beginning with '29 (when records started being kept) that explains the program.

3. We handful have divided up calling duty to all rowing captains since '29 to just answer questions and provide encouragement.

4. Pure Gold brochures are about to be mailed to every rowing Alumni, explaining the program.

5. Peter Bos '60, captain of the '60 Olympic Crew, is sending a letter to all captains.

6. Bob Hofford '61 (USNA AA) is ttaining the IDC telephone people to start the calling campaign. IDC is a company, with USNA/USMA Alumni, who do this as a business for USNAAA. 7. Wendy Lawrence '81 is calling all Class leaders for women's crew.

This program is separatefromthe USNA Foundation but is not in conflict. You can contribute to the foundation and direct your contributions to the "Navy Rowing Endowment." USNAAA, and not NCAA, is ranning this endowment. For those of you who were in the Clean Sweep in 1965, or just rowed for Navyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;even at the battalion levelâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;this is an opportunity to give something back to the sport. Navy Crew is seriously underfunded by as much as 3:1 compared to some of the competition. This fund, which will take years to build, will change that profile.

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can. Thank you. Jerry Robinson '65, h: 703-2816179, w: 703-845-3384, h: grobins@erols.com, w: jerry.robinson@ttw.com.

From J. Patrick Scott III (ipsdorcas@aol.com), 21 November 1998; Martha and I moved back to my hometown of Pensacola from Manchester, MO, (St. Louis) in 1996. We live at: 8931 Scenic Hills Drive, Pensacola, FL 32514; 850-477-3746. Martha is active with the Scenic Hill Country Club homeowners association and all the duties attendant to dealing with our 18 year-old daughter, Summer, who is on a campus visit to Central Florida University at Orlando Uiis week. Our son, Patrick, graduated from FSU with a degree in history and is still finding himself. I am still with the Layne Christensen organization, a global leader in municipal and industiial groundwater development, constmction ground freezing, and mineral exploration drilling. I was recently promoted to vice president in charge of eastern U.S. operations and consequently travel a great deal up and down the eastem seaboard. Martha and I would be delighted to hear from any Class of '65ers by phone, mail or email.

The January issue of Sport magazine ranks the top ten college football players of the century, and tabs Navy quarterback, Roger Staubach, as die third best player [Ed. Note: See All Hands, p.

36, Jan/Feb Shipmate] . The panel of experts who selected these players included Florida State head coach, Bobby Bowden, BYU head coach.

La Veil Edwards, Iowa head coach, Hayden Fry, former Nebraska head coach, Tom Osbome, Penn State head coach, Joe Patemo, and UNLV head coach, John Robinson.

The magazine says, '"Roger The Dodger' used his equally adept passing and running skills to lead the Midshipmen to their last New Year's Day bowl appearance and highest ranking ever (No. 2) in 1963. Staubach earned All-America honors while capturing the Heisman Trophy and Maxwell Award. He set 28 school records during his three seasons at Navy before beginning his military service in Vietnam." Way to go, Roger!

From Ed Gray (EGRAY@epri.com), 3 December 1998: 1 have decided to take early retirement. My employer has been the Electric Power Research Institute for the last 14 years. The last nine years, I have been in consultative (SPIN) sales, with the last three years of that in intemational sales.

The basic idea has been to find a high value technology solution to a business problem. I would like to build on that. My annual sales goal has been about $6M. Before tiiat, 1 worked in the civilian nuclear power program in planning, designing, and licensing nuclear plants (at the NRC and TVA). I picked up an MS at Woody Hayes University along the way. Before that, 1 was in the 'admirals' submarine program; both the three knots and a cloud of dust kind, and the fast ones.

My retirement is effective 1 January '99 and I've already started networking for something new.

The ideal thing for me would be to find something around Crabtown. (Funny how we actually like the place now!) Beat Army!

From Charlie Morrison (Morrisonch@aol.com), 4 December 1998: Do we have any members in Tallahassee, FL, or anyone who has strong contacts there? My sonin-law is graduating from FSU next spring and I think he should look for his initial entry position as an Information Systems Management Specialist in that area with the University, the state govemment or a medium sized firm in that area. Both he and my daughter love Florida and their fiveacre hideaway and it would be hard to pull up stakes to go to D-FW or Silicone Valley to look for a job. Would appreciate any networking links.

From Denny Jones (jonesneb@aol.com), 16 December 1998:

Just a note to keep your records up to date. I retired on 1 September and moved back to the DC area. I've started a second career by taking a position as a vice president with L-3 Communications Corp. Home: 9371 Robnel Place, Vienna, VA22182; 703-757-6493; Work: L-3 Communications Corporation, 1215 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Suite 1205, Arlington, VA22202; 703-412-7190; fax: 703-412-7198.

From Skip MacMichael (JMACSr@aol.com), 17 December 1998: Well, Dave, looks like the Class column is humming. As info, I was the senior Amtrak manager in charge of the Army/Navy game special (official) train from Washington to Philadelphia this year I guess in 33 years, you go from ICOR to ICOT! In any event, a very nice affair with three locomotives, 15 cars and about 400 restless riders (going up, anyway). The only thing bad was the final score, but the game itself was certainly never boring. I may even do it again next year. Mele Kalikmaka!

From Bob Lawrence, Jr. '66, 22 December 1998: Noticed in the November Shipmate that Butch Eddins is among your "missing" Classmates. I knew him in the Reserves when I drilled in Knoxville, TN, in the late '70s and early '80s. Have also run into him professionally more recently.

Found his address thra the Interact as: 360 Dominion Circle, Concord, TN 37922; 423-9665612. Concord is an unincorporated area west of Knoxville. Hopes this helps...always figured '68 needed to keep an eye open to serve '65! Bob Lawrence, 19th Company Plebe.

From Jim Savard (jsavard@henge.com), 17 December 1998: New job info: James F. Savard, Director of Operations, GALLIUM Software, Inc., 10011 South Cottoncreek Drive, Suite 1000, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126-3845; w: 303-683-1803, fax: 303-470-8502.

From Skip Moore (cjmjmm@erols.com), 29 December 1998: The Washington, D.C, area members of the Class of 1965 had their annual Christmas Lunch on 15 December 1998. A great time was had by all. We have our DC area Class lunches the third Tuesday of every month, and all of you who could not attend in December, we hope to see you in January. All the best, and have a Happy New Year!

That's if for this month. Aloha, Dave.

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership (410-293-1939).

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Pres: CAPT Fred P. Moosally, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CDR Mike Baird, USN (Ret.) 63 FrankUn Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 e: mbaifd@arinc.com West Coast Sec'y: Robert G. Johnson, Jr., Esq. 30131 Town Center Drive Suite 147, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 http:// www.usna66.org By the time this gets read, spring will only be a few weeks away. That's hard to reconcile with ice storms, snow, freezing rain. I could go onand on, as I sit here composing this article. Ah well, on with the news. I received several newsletters during the Christmas period, as well as emails, that provided updates to families and events. My thanks to all. Since I am constrained in column length, I will give you the condensed versions.

Bill Birkmaier (seriousmoney@ cyberportal.net) checked in from Lebanon, NH. He writes Laura and he are busy, but since no one comes to visit them anymore, they did some traveling themselves over the past year. Most of it involved travel up and down the East Coast to places such as Norfolk, VA, Washington, D.C, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, and Vermont. The highlight was to visit their daughter. Sherry, in Trieste, Italy. Sherry (24) is in Italy for a one-year fellowship, at the Scuola Intematizionale di Trieste, as part of her master's degree program in intemational and intercultural management. She is working with intemational students at a pre-school. At night, she moonlights as an English teacher for Slovenian and Italian adults and children. While in Europe, Laura and Bill also spent two and a half weeks touring Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, Austria, and Germany.

They even skied on the glacier at Kapmn, Austria for a day. Son, Will (26), is a computer engineer with Cambridge Technology Partners in Cambridge, MA. He is busy traveling to London, England and Toronto, Canada, ensuring the branch office computer networks are in synch.

Daughter, Christina (19), is attending Keene State College in Keene, NH. Her interests are film, art and languages. Laura is still the Security Manager for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory. Bill and Laura welcome anyone who is in the area to stop by for a visit. Thanks for the update. Bill.

Pat Beachy (pat@wans.net) took the initiative to report that she and her husband, John Beachy, have moved to Texas. Their address is 8107 Miller Falls Drive, Round Rock, TX 78681.

Scott is working for Tracor, and busy traveling, but the sailboat is in the water, Pat reports. Pat operates a small business designing clergy vestments and altar linens. Daughter, Karen, graduated in December 1997 with a degree in environmental studies, and remains in Califomia, working for GTE. She is engaged to a young Army tank driver, currently stationed in Germany. They plan to wed in 2000. Daughter, Sarah (16), and is the starting goalie for the varsity soccer team. Pat says that at 5 feet 1-3/4 inches, and 106 pounds, she hardly looks the part, but she has no fear and is good at her position. Thanks, Pat. Ed Loret de Mola broke the silence and reports that 1998 was a very tough year for Pera.

El Niiio and the world economic problems have caused a serious crisis, which is creating havoc in the never-filled pockets of the Peravian

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people. The crisis is characterized by a lack of employment and an economy that is almost at a standstill. Ed is working in the Peravian branch of Drake Beam Morin (DBM) as vice-general manager and senior consultant in outplacement.

That has directly protected him and his family from the effects of the crisis. His company is thriving. Wife, Mariella, has been dedicated to her work in Ponle Corazon (give them your heart), a local ladies association dedicated to helping children afflicted with cancer. They do all kinds of activities destined to raise funds to cover the medical cost (which is never low) of helping children whose parents don't have the economic resources. Mariella has also joined the American Women Literary Club by invitation of their American neighbors. It, like so many associations, has an additional goal of helping poor Peravian families. Lluvi, their oldest daughter, will provide Mariella and Ed with the "wonderful gift" of her second child in January.

They expect it to be a boy. Ton'o, her Peravian Marines captain husband is finishing a tough training assignment with the Peravian Army Commandos, the same group that was shown on CNN entering the Japanese Ambassador's home and freeing the hostages. Ale, their granddaughter, turned five years old in November 1998, and as Ed says, is the undisputed owner of her grandparent's hearts. Second son, Edgardo, who was bom in Pensacola, FL, graduated in November 1998 from the "Agrarian University" with a bachelor of engineering, specializing in agricultural engineering (primarily farm machinery and irrigation). He is now working to obtain his title as an engineer within the next six months. He is working at the local branch of John Deere as a trainee. Their youngest son, Marco, is the equivalent of a senior at Lima University, where he intends to become a Business Administrator by early 2000. In the meantime, he is a very successful teacher at a pre-university school. Many thanks to Ed for the update. I also have his new address, as nearly as I could make out his handwriting: Carlos Porras Osorio 414, San Isidro, Lima 27, Pera.

Rufe Taylor also checked in for the holidays.

New items not previously reported are that son, Charles Taylor '92, and his wife are expecting their first child in April 1999. Rufe has also become active in Cowboy Single Action Shooting, and is a founding member of a local club in Pahramp, NV. At the time of his letter, he and Joan were poring over plans for their vacation cabin in Island Park, ID. They've broken ground and expect to complete the cabin by late autumn 1999.1 expect the next article will have some information on the ski trip to Grand Targhee, WY. Thanks, Rufe!

Tom Marfiak wrote that he has recently (October) assumed command of the National War College in Washington, D.C. Tom was on the staff as J-5 when he received orders as Commandant. Pat and he moved into Quarters 5 at Fort McNair, which has a bunch of bedrooms for all the grandchildren and guests. The five minute commute to the other side of the campus isn't too arduous either. Tom's relief in J-5 was John Sigler. John, Tom and Tim Beard recentiy served together in Millington on a selection board. During Tom's travels, he's happened upon Bob Whitlock, who is doing well as a realtor in the Monterey, CA, area. If you get in the area, Yolanda and Bob would like to hear from you.

Pat Marfiak is occupied full time as the Ombudsman for the Chief of Naval Operations, and is busy traveling to the Pacific theater and Europe. Tom has been traveling to visit counterparts in Moscow, Warsaw and Kiev.

Thanks, Tom. I'll make sure you're on the luncheon list. By the way, his new address is: Commandant, The National War College, Washington, D.C. 20319-5078.

I've got some address changes. Bill Erickson still lives in Annapolis, but his new address is 312 Sevem Avenue, ElOO, Annapolis, MD 21403-2520. Tom Kildebeck (feronic@ibm.net) sent me an email that he and his wife, Fero, are still in Hong Kong. Tom is doing consulting work for energy companies in Asia, particularly Indonesia and Japan. Scott Sears (SSears@GDATS.com) sent me an email regarding Bob Tarr. Bob was recently elected to the board of directors of WESCO Intemational, Inc. Bob is also a director of the John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company, Houghton Mifflin & Co., and Hannaford Bros., Inc. Bob has over 20 years in top executive roles for Harcourt General, including six years as President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Operating Officer of Harcourt General (formerly General Cinema Corporation). Congratulations, Bob. Sam Nicholson has a new email address (snicholso@schafercorp-ballston.com), as does Bo Wiley (bwiley 1 @ san.rt.com or bo.wiley@mci2000.com.)

That's all that was in the mailbox this month. I hope the year has started well for everyone. Just some reminders about the election for Class President. Again, if you have an email address please forward it to me. Until Aprilâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;All the bestâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Mike!

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Pres: CDR David E. Church, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: LCOL Jim McNeece, USMC (Ret) 4832 Solomon Dr, Annandale, VA 22003-4041 e: SCRIBE67@AOL.COM You know you're spending too much time in front of a computer when.. .you're reading a letter (the paper kind) and you reach for the mouse to scroll to the next page. I just did that...really! Ah, me!

A quick synopsis of some of the cards that came in during the Holidays. Everybody had a wonderful year; all the kids are great; all the grandkids are great; all the pets are great. Well, gee, that's what mine's going to say, too, except for the part about the grandkids.. .as soon as I get it written...and I haven't even done that yet!

Kathy and Dick Meade still live in McLean, VA, but moved a whole block away to a townhouse they bought in their own neighborhood. Kathy said it was because the rags got dirty in the place they were renting. Dick's working for MITRE. If you remember, Sharon and Bud O'Hara moved to San Diego right after our 30th Reunion a bit over a year ago. They're loving Southem Califomia; he's working for TRW. And of course, Nita and Jack Parry are still down in Richmond, VA. They have this really cool house named "Maury Place," two dogs, and a great outlook on life in general. Jack works for the Virginia Science Museum.

I also got a letter from Barb and Don McKee but I'm gonna pass on it, because I also got a press release that's even more fun than Barb's letter... Naa-a-aah...I can't do it. I just re-read both the letter and the press release, and I absolutely must figure out how to use them both.

Be back in a few minutes...

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OK...I'm back. Let's try the press release with side comments from Barb's letter: Press Release: For the first time in history, a piece of official British State Insignia has been created outside of Great Britain. In December, Colorado sculptor, Don McKee, delivered the $80,000 solid gold Chain of Office to Scotiand's Lord Lyon, King of Arms.

McKee's 14-karat gold piece sttetches 6-feet long and weighs two and one-half pounds. Chains (or Collars) of office are wora on State occasions and resemble enormous necklaces which drape from the outside of the shoulders to a pendant at the center of the chest. The pendant of the Collar of the Lord Lyon is a colorfully enameled depiction of Saint Andrew, Scotland's patton saint.

"The Lord Lyon has, for nearly seven centuries, been Scotiand's 'other king,'" says Mark Dennis, a white wigged lawyer. "The Lyon is a Judge of the Realm in all matters of heraldry, charged with ordering all State and Royal ceremony and occasions." He has the powers of imprisonment as well and enjoys a coronation of his own when he accedes to office.

Forty St. Andrew's Societies made up of expatriate Scots and their descendants worldwide each funded a link in the chain. Their gift recreates a mysterious necklace depicted in the Lyon Coat of Arms, but which has been lost for 250 years. "No one knows if the original was lost or stolen, or maybe never even existed, but we've rectified that," says McKee, a full time sculptor for whom this is his first work in gold.

"Every great State piece has a legend attached to it," said McKee, "and this legend started with a security problem." When an armed security guard was called away suddenly to a midnight emergency, the owner of a jewelry store where the piece was on display became so uneasy, he loaded his shotgun, and then nervously blasted a hole in his own wall.

Here's Barb's take on the security issue: We experienced a panic about security and life became a cartoon. We started locking doors. Cops agreed to hang around. We went everywhere with the thing locked in the spare tire-well, but carried an empty briefcase as a decoy. When we left it at a jewelry company for display, we instilled such fear in the owner that when one of his armed guards was called away to an emergency, said owner dug out his shotgun, slammed in an ounce and a half slug, and nervously blasted a hole in his own wall. (Clever soul craftily hung a picture over the hole, threw the collar in a safe, and crept silentiy home.) However, the finance company next door appeared to his baffled wife the next moming, wanting urgently to know why 1) there was a hole in their wall; 2) there was a chasm in their roof; 3) all surfaces were coated with powdered ceiling; and 4) none of the computers worked and their power was off.

Meanwhile, back at the press release: McKee then carried the piece inconspicuously to London, coiled in a battered cotton bag, delivering it to Scotland's Secretary of State to be sent to Scotland by diplomatic courier. In a mix-up on arrival in Edinburgh, the package supposedly containing it was retrieved by the Lord Lyon, who opened it to find, to his horror, only the Queen's Royal banner sent from London to fly over the new National Museum of Scotland to signify her Royal Presence there. Museum officials, on the other hand, were left to puzzle over how and why they had been sent a huge gold necklace to ran up their new flagpole.

Barb glosses over the mix-up in packages, but sheds some light on the "battered cotton bag" and more: We delivered it to Whitehall in London, having kept it coiled cozily inside Don's pillow, without which he does not travel, and dropped it exhaustedly into the hands of Scotland's Secretary of State. In a way, worse than dealing with the collar, was transporting The Hat. (London's underground is not a hat-friendly environment.)

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ing coat and tails (snort), and found when it actually came right down to it that when 1 was sitting (Hatted) behind the Duchess of H***** and the Countess of W***** my view of the presentation of the collar was utterly unimpaired by any Hats of theirs, but only by the Earl of w***** who passed the time cleaning his ear with his pinky.

'67's Colorado Sculptor and the Lord Lyon's Chain of Office Thanks, both, for the wonderful story. I hope I haven't butchered it too badly. The bad news is there's no way that after reproduction, this photo will show the exquisite detail of the links of the chain Don made. Even worse, is the fact that you probably can't see that as part of his regalia, Don wears his USMC Wings of Gold. In all seriousness, congratulations to you both on this signal event. I hope the festivities of the presentation were as much fun as your account of getting there.

Budd Goodwin sent a letter from New Orleans and did a bit of catching up. I hadn't realized how long it had been since I'd heard from him.

For those of you who didn't know, Helen Marie Hairston Babin became Helen Marie Hairston Babin-Goodwin on 26 October 1996 in a beautiful backyard wedding for a party of 35. We had Carmen and Tom Schodowski and Mike Frey (sans Patti) as the '67 representatives. The rest were family and a few close local friends. One of our friends, Judge Bobby Klees, married us in a short civil ceremony. Our good friends, Jim and Linda Hart offered their lovely tum of the century home for the occasion. It was literally a page from Southem Living.

Helen, (more commonly referred to as "Pooh," but only by me) is a trial lawyer (no normal person would have anything to do with me) and a traly great lady. On only her third jury trial this past October, she got a $1M verdict; hopefully thefirstof many to come. Helen has been a newspaper editor for two Louisiana dailies and a department head at Tulane where she got her law degree. I now have a 22-year-old son, David, to go along with the almost 24-years old, Blythe.

David works for Boh Bros. Constmction Co., and Blythe will graduate from Florida State in May (finally) with a degree in social work.

Helen and I have discovered the Four Corners area of the Southwest, having vacationed there five times in the past 18 months. We have decided to purchase a 3.7 acre parcel on Kings Mountain just west of Durango, CO, and build

our retirement home there. On 28 October 2004, I will be 60 years old. That's the absolute drop dead date for our last rear view mirror look at New Orleans...

Elizabeth and Mike Currie just spent fourand-a-half months in the North Carolina mountains in a 200-year-old renovated log cabin. They have discovered that human beings cannot live on water only; oh well, it goes something like that. I suspect they will be back in Key West by Christmas because that's the start of the charter boat season. (I'm tempted to say something about cabin fever, but...!) They are well as is son, Jon, his wife, Karen, and pre-kindergarten, Patrick.

Tom Schodowski is general counsel to the largest shipping company home based here in New Orleans. Tom continues to nurture his love of history and politics and discourses long on his favorite subjects (especially after a toddy or two) while Carmen takes art classes, and generally stays busy with the care and feeding of Sir Tom (Carmen makes the best paella Valencia this side of Spain).

One half of Ann and Al Davey's Class of 1998 contingent. Bill, came to New Orleans for dead week in May with a couple of pals. (Reminded me of our 28 October 1967, four-Corvette convoy to New Orleans 31 years ago.) They were up by 5:00 p.m. every day...well, one day at least, because 1 bought dinner at 6:00 p.m. When I met them at the airport, I thought there had been a reincarnation of Samuel Alan. Great kids! Being with them a few hours made me nostalgic. Our beloved Navy is in good hands!

Budd, I guess you'U have to put me in the category with those "who don't know!"

Congratulations on your wedding, belated though they may be; and I'm just rea/jealous that you have your eye on a real "forever" home.

Pat and I are still talking around it, but maybe we'll get serious one of these days. Lest I be remiss, Budd also mentioned Mike Cathey's ordeal. We're all really thankful that Mike came out of it in good form. There was quite a bit of detail in my last column, including a good note from Mike himself.

OK...I have to start closing up, here, but I have several emails to include. On the heels of Carol Ballentine's note from last time confirming Tom Ballentine's cannonball prowess, comes this from Dale Fink: 1 am only a little behind on my Shipmate reading. Last week, I was reading the October and November '97 issues, and in your column, there was a debate about whether Jim Edwards ate 12 cannonballs during our Plebe Year 1figuredI would go to the source.

Jim and I both work for Michelin North America in Greenville, SC. Jim is in logistics, I work in personnel. When I called Jim, he said he would berightup (our offices are onefloorapart).

He gave me these facts. He had always loved apple turnovers because his grandmother had prepped him well. When the challenge was made with the cannonballs, he rose to it. Yes, he ate 12! He got carry-on for the rest of the day, as he remembers. He was in the 24th Company Plebe Year and moved to the 36th when we did the division. He lived on the 4th deck of the 8th wing and "nobody" got carry-on for very long in the 36th Company. Sounded like he roomed with Philo McGiffin.

Just wanted to clear up any misunderstanding.

I have not yet gotten to any of the later issues, so this letter may be a moot point.

Well, no...it's not moot. What we have here is clear and documented evidence that this Class has two confirmed, well, words fail me. I'm looking for a noun describing somebody who could actually eat a dozen of those things and walk away from the table, head held high...maybe gut held low? Dunno...

Dave Church distributed some advance planning information, in case you missed it.

Navy will play University of Hawaii in football

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Thought we had Army's ntunber again this year.

Oh well, I think there's some good talent that will be back for our team next year. We'll see...

There was a brief write-up in the local paper about an article written by Jim Webb, in the January 1999 issue of the Naval Institute's Proceedings. Jim addresses the issue of our somewhat diminished and depleted naval forces and the lack of effort at the highest levels to do anything about it. Get a copy or check the Proceedings website.

If we can get our act together here, in the Washington area, we hope to have some sort of a reorganization meeting this spring. Will let you know what happens. I also will try to pass any info to Dave l y i e r to post on the Class web site.

Hope the winter hasn't been too hard on any of you. Don't forget to send your Class news this direction. Here's looking forward to more mail next month and a warm, pleasant spring!...Leo

'67 at the spring '98 Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trastees Meeting: 1 to r: Steve Andres (Trastee, LA), Al Davey (Chairman, House Committee), Dave Church, Dave Rost (Trastee, Philadelphia), Dick Couch (Trastee At Large), Jim McNeece ('67 Scribe), Doug Bomarito '67-'68 (President Portland, OR, Chapter), and Dave Vetter (Dean of Admissions) in Honolulu on 19 November 1999. Please see the Association's group trip at their web site: www.usna.com/NAVYVSHAWAn.htm. He's trying to find out the level of interest in having one or more '67 gatherings over the days around the game; a tailgate, a Itmch, an evening "do," a combination, or something else. If you are interested in going on the Association trip, please follow the instractions in the above site. If you are interested in traveUng to HawaU independentiy for the game (or afready Uve there!) and you want Dave to arrange one or more '67 specific events, please cast your votes by contacting him at: church67@erols.com, with a "67 in Hawaii "YES." A bit ftirther out. Navy will play Notre Dame in football in Orlando, FL, on 14 October 2000.

The Association is currently negotiating a multiday package for this game also. Dave also needs to know if you all want to have a '67 33rd Reunion over this game (like we did with the 27th in San Diego), ff the interest is high he wiU work with the Alumni Association on the negotiations with the Disney folks, so we would be included in/coordinated with the overall package, ff you are interested in ttaveling to Orlando (or afready live in the Orlando area) for the game and want Dave to investigate a 33rd Reunion, same sort of deal. Contact Dave at: church67@erols.com, with a "67 33rd Reunion in Orlando "YES." Lou Romano afready checked in with a yes for Orlando and a maybe for Hawaii. I didn't think maybe was an option, but this early, I'm sure it's acceptable. He can upgrade later. Lou went on to say; Thanks (to Dave) for the long range planning memo. We always look for an opportunity to get back to Florida. As you may recall, 1 went to Miami High back in the days when we were perennial state champs in football. Also, Ann and I have a condo in Sawgrass CC, Ponte Vedra Beach just south of Jacksonville and so we'll plan on being at the 10/00 Navy game in Orlando. We are now in the midst of a promotion/relocation with my company, Praxair Inc. After a year of global procurement reengineering projects in North and South America (three months in Rio), Ann and I are heading to western New York. Our new address will be: 9560 The Maples, Clarence, NY 14031.

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Got a heads up that Tony Principi is on the loose again! If you recall, he is the former Deputy Secretary, and later acting Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs. He now chairs the Congressionally-established Commission on Service members and Veterans Transition Assistance. Tony's commission has produced more than 100 separate recommendations covering education, employment and training, economic equity and health care. I'm told the report should be out in January 1999.

Looks like he's still working for us!

And, the mystery of the whereabouts of Denise and Doug Ogden is solved, though I suspect they knew all along where they were; Greetings from the Low Country of South Carolina! Our house plans and contact are at the bank. Hoping to have approval and such shortiy... then break ground and get this show on the road!

We are loving our new lives and are so busy we don't know how we ever had time to work! Our permanent address is: 424 B.B. Sams Drive, Dataw Island, SC 29920; 843-838-0077.

Well, one more time I've sorta blown by my space Umit. What that means is you'll have to wait yet another month for me to tell you about my own daughter's wedding. This has been a ftm one to write, hope you enjoyed reading it. That's it. Goodnight!...Jim

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Pres; RADM Kendell M. Pease, USN Sec'y: Leo Kuebn 531Wilson Road, Annapolis, MD 21401-1061 http;//www.usna68.com Just a short note for this month, guys. No mail, but I suspect that the busy holiday season had a lot to do with that. 1 did get a message from Jim Cullen reporting on the Washington area luncheon held the first week in December.

Besides Jim, those in attendance included John Almy, Jim Dare, Terry Glover, Mike McHugh, Bill Metzger, Larry Poh, Jim Rather and Ed Sullivan. This was a "Beat Army" gathering but I guess a few more should have attended.

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Pres; CAPT David O. Rose, USN (Ret) EVP: CDR Pat Stroop, USN (Ret) Sec'y; Walt Giraldi Tres; Steve Ward h: 703-864-1775; w: 703-620-2279 Cort. Sec'y; Dr. Steve Hudock 6006 Woodlake Lane, Alexandria, VA 22310 e;shudock@erols.com Class website: www.USNA69.org Well, we've all recovered from a great Holiday season and are looking beyond the Dark Ages now, as we prepare for our spring ski trips and summer vacations. We received a few letters in the past couple of months which I'U share with you.

Mike Leonard provided a great report on Homecoming: The USNA Class of 1969 group was singled out by announcement during the second half, as having the tailgate with most spirit The crowd was not particularly large, but the entertainment by the Glee Club group, "The Skivs," was super.

It really pulled in a crowd from neighboring celebrations. I have see The Skivs perform at a black tie affair in D.C. last year and they are really entertaining, lots of fun. The 200 lb. pig was delivered at the close of half-time so everyone got a preview of what awaited after the game. We met Dave Montoya at half-time but he charged off to see the second half and we never hooked up again. The game was a nail-biter of course; with everyone standing till the last play. I hate coming that close to the toothpaste guys, but it was a really good game. My personal highlight was ranning into one Plebe Ted Hermeling '71, along with his now-Plebe son; plus having a nice chat with Ned Sarno '66, who I hadn't seen now for 32 years. Of course, the continuing highlight of attending Class of 1969 events, is getting to wear the "over 21" bracelet so that upon approach to the beer keg we won't be mistaken for today's Mids. Hope to see you soon.

Jim Dolan surprised us all with this epic; We haven't written much over the last thirty years. In fact, I think the last time I wrote was while Marshall Rachmiel was still the corresponding secretary. The last 20-odd years have been outside the Navy. For the last two years, we have lived in Mexico, where I am the director of operations for a division of Mannesmann. We make gas springs (the things that hold up car hatches). Life has been interesting in Saltillo (near Monterrey). It is like the 1950s, with power outages, questionable water, no 5(t Sundays and, of course, the Mexican customs. The Mexican

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Back Row L to R: Pete Grimm '00, CJ Carlson '69, Schiggins '69, Mike Morrell '69, Denny Barton '69; Front Row L to R: Walt Teesdale '69, Jim Moffitt '69, Marty Costello '69 family is the center of life and it is very nice to see the way they hold the family in such esteem.

However, in the next few weeks, we are moving back to the USA (we're really looking forward to it) and will reside in Houston. There, I get to be VP of operations for a company called Forged Products, which makes large industrial (oil field) forgings. This should be an interesting assignment, considering I haven't been around a forge shop since 1983. I'll have a lot to re-leam. In Houston, we hope to get involved in the local USNA Chapter. Jane and I have a great family, three boys and a girl. Only one is in the Navy.

He is an OS3 on ARLEIGH BURKE. Good kid

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decided that he wasn't ready for college, so he joined the service. He gets out next July, and will start school at ODU. The other three are also doing well. One is a design engineer, one rans a distribution department near New York (first grandchild: a girl, beautiful and lots of fun) and our daughter just opened a restaurant. We keep in touch with several grads. Last June, several of us went to IVlike Chaffee's 50th birthday party.

The best part was, of course, seeing a lot of people we only see at the Reunions. George Mather (Atlanta; Investments), Jerry Kislia (Mortage placements; Boca Raton), Tom Sharrit (Atlanta; Meade Paper), Chuck Quandel (Constraction, Pottsville, PA) Bob Lees and others were there.

Mike, of course, sang with the band and sounded every bit as good as when he sang for the Bitter Ends. Another benefit, was that Mike turned 50 before I did. I liked the idea of the Foundation.

We would also like to contribute, so please send me info on where to mail the check.

Finally, Nelson Blish checked in again with an update on his happenings: Dear Steve, I am still in the Naval Reserves, unfortunately in a non-pay billet. One of the benefits of continuing to drill, however, is that I occasionally get selected for a paid active duty period and visit one of our Classmates. This year, I received orders to the Submarine Base in Groton, CT. My assignment was to resolve a small part of a contract dispute, which is what I do for Kodak in civilian life. Kodak allowed me to do my patriotic duty and kept me on the payroll, so it was a nice economic opportunity, and provided some useful work for the Navy. An extra bonus, was working with RADM John Padgett '69.

John is Commander Submarine Group Two and also Commander Northeast Region. As ranking officer in the area, John has a lot of headaches.

For example, while his wife was still knee deep in boxes in the process of moving to their new

home, John was informed that die Navy had invited President and Mrs. Carter to dinner in their new quarters. (I would not mind having those kind of headaches.) John brought it off well and I believe he has recommended his wife, Bobbie, for the Meritorious Service Medal for her part in the operation. And, last but not least, I have been admitted to the New York Bar. I know you are thinking, "just what the world needs, another lawyer," but I was already admitted to the Virginia Bar and the Texas Bar, so I did not contribute to the attoraey population explosion. The new license merely allows me to practice in New York.

"Practice" may not be the right word, since that implies falling short of perfection, which certainly does not apply to me, nor modesty. Happy Holidays, Nelson.

Heard from Fem and George Kuck who emailed in from sunny Spain! George writes; I just wanted to check in before I leave to retum to Yerevan, Armenia. Fern and I have enjoyed a wonderful three weeks here in a little town on the coast south of Granada. It has been a marvelous break from the cold and grunge of Armenia. This is our second extended visit to Spain (three months in '97) and we find it difficult to believe anyone would want to live elsewhere.

Fem and I will be re-joining in Zurich in April, for another month or so touring northern Europe, and then I'll be off to Halifax, Nova Scotia, where we'll be spending the summer aboard GRUNENGEIST. We plan to be back in Annapolis for the "earlier" 30th Reunion.

Received another note from Mike Honey reporting in from another exotic location; Twenty years in Silicon Valley high tech has not yet blessed me with retirement yet, but it gets more exciting each year. I am now with QUALCOMM out of San Diego I am enjoying a "overseas deployment" to Mexico City, where I handle the Mexico Project Finance and Administration. It's very exciting and good work.

QUALCOMM will put in cellular phones systems in all of Mexico over the next couple of years.

Because of the deployment nature of the work, though, my wife, Josefina, and older son, Richard, remain in Sunnyvale, CA. Our younger son, Jordi, is on his year abroad from Berkeley, in Barcelona. We just spent a very warm family Christmas with him there. If any Classmates come through Mexico City, give me a call at 525 5014327 or email at: mhoney@Qualcomm.com.

A r e y o u a m e m b e r of t h e R o b e r t M e a n s T h o m p s o n S o c i e t y ?

P l e a s e call J e n n i f e r J o h n at t h e N a v a l A c a d e m y P l a n n e d G i v i n g Office to d i s c u s s m e m b e r s h i p ( 4 1 0 - 2 9 3 - 1 9 3 9 ) .

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Walt and Amy Teesdale (Newly weds) That's about it from the mailbag at this time.

Please write, email, or fax. We'll get it into the column! Beat Army!â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Steve.

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Pres; Fred Hall Sec'y: CDR Royal Connell, USN (Ret.) 1978 Valley Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401 e; njrotc@arctic.nadn.navy.mil Greetings all, and I hope this New Year is tuming out for you as you would wish it to. I also hope you are starting to make plans for our 30th on Labor Day Weekend 2000.1 will be letting you know within a few months how to make reservations, and what will be on tap for the celebration. In the meantime, we need to know what sort of favors you would like (or not like) us to work on. Please send me ideas, or else it will be what you get for this column; No input means you suffer with whatever I can make up.

It's time for Christmas letters, and by the way, I really do like them to come to me from Classmates, you don't even need to send a card (unless it's got a photo of you and yours). Those letters can be a great source for this space.

For instance. Bill Jenkins sends greetings from way- off Minnesota, where he is in his fourth year of teaching high school physics. Teri has decided to spend some of her spare time studying Tae Kwon Do, and has just tested for her yellow belt. Their son, Billy, is a Black Belt and doing well in his Suzuki violin and Boy Scouts; daughter, Jillian, ice skates and swims. (I hope not in the same water, in the same season, but you know what they say about them Min-asotans and their love for winter.)

Rebecca and Joe Buescher also have me in their address file. He spent last March traveling to Salt Lake City to get wedding pictures of "adopted" daughter's wedding taken in 28 degree weather with ice taking a header off the roof and down the bride's dress. Other trips included a jaunt to Florida for a family reunion and then to WiUiamsburg, VA, for a Forensic Evidence course. Much of his spare time has been involved in his new-found love of genealogical research. He tells of a one in a million meeting with a distant cousin purely on happenstance.

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Mike Novak also has a computer to put together such an annual note, he even includes photos of everyone. Unfortunately, computer generated photos won't reproduce into Shipmate, yet. They are obviously proud of kids' accompUshments with son, Michael, wrestling his way onto varsity at this high school as a sophomore, placing second in the Virginia state freestyle toumament and thus on the Virgima National Team. Daughter, Jenny, was state champion in vault for her level five gymnastics rating, she has since moved up to level seven and taken second place in her first meet at that level. Both are exceptional students as well. Eiko is quite busy between her work in a bridal boutique and supporting the sports efforts of the tribe. Speaking of which. Dad ran the Marine Corps Marathon again. He retired from the Reserves this year so he could spend more time being a scout leader and Naval Academy Information Officer.

I got a message from Roy Golez; I gotreelectedto the House of Representatives and am now on my thfrd and last term as Philippines Congressman (we have a three-term limit of three years each). I was elected for the first time in 1992. I prayed for all Classmates and other USNA Alumni who were in harm's way during the Iraq bombing rans and am happy to leara that there were no casualties. Here in the Philippines, I am at the vanguard of a protest against Chinas occupation of a big reef (called Mischief Reef) in the Spratiys, weU within the country's Exclusive Economic Zone. I've been making a lot of noise about China's bullying tactics and we are in a quandary about how to dislodge a giant all of a sudden in our neighborhood. The main issue here is the huge oil reserve beUeved to be in the Spratiys, as weU as possible conttol of the vital sealanes where aroimd 400 ships pass through every day bound for Japan, Korea and Taiwan. It is a flashpoint as recognized by many defense analysts and the situation could become very, very precarious in a few years with China beginning to flex their navy muscles, unless something is done early enough. I had a recent telephone conversation with Jim Webb '68, former Secretary of the Navy and my former brigade boxing buddy, and he fully agrees. He has, in fact delivered several speeches and made a few studies predicting China's inevitable move in the South China Sea. And now, Jim says that his predictions are coming ttue. Something must be done about China's incursions into the Spratiys. Looks Uke they have become a practitioner of Mahan's dictums on sea power. Best regards and Happy Holidays!

Bits and Pieces; Gary Knight has moved, stUI in Falls Church though. He saw Ray Mast at Army. After being a nuke, he went back to UUnois and taught nuclear engineering at Northem lUinois University. Now he's miming his family's farm that's been in the family for three generations. Cutler Dawson sent me a great picture of all the USNA grads onboard ENTERPRISE. All Classes from '70-'98, but there were actually too many people in the photo, so each was too small to see, sorry about that, it was a great shot too. They retum in May. Mark Rogers checked in saying that life is great at Vanderbilt NROTC, he has 125 Mids and loves being able to influence young people and help get them ready for the Fleet. He will retire in the summer of 2000 when daughter, Courtenay will be commissioned an ensign (Univ of Miss NROTC). Son, Matt, is at one of the USNA Foundation schools and will be a member of USNA 2003...(does that make you feel old?) There are eight of the 26th Company who get together twice a year to golf, fish and BS....(mostly the latter I'm sure.) Bob Reich, Dave Lee, Casey Bahr, Dave Sheppard, Mo Hoke, Jim Tarkington, Tom Sher and Mark.

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They have already all booked (eight couples) on a week long Caribbean cruise in March of 2000 to celebrate their 34 years together Playing golf and acting rich and cool. Mark says that most of the group is rich...He's the only active-duty sailor left. He and Damon celebrated 28 years on 2 January. They have a lake shack in middle Tennessee and a skiboat/seadoo fleet. Anyone going that way is to call.

Actually it sounds as if we all are rich, it's just that money's a problem for some of us. Keep those card and letter coming folks...

Ring-A-Ding-Ding!

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Pres: CAPT Perry Martini, USN Sec'y: CDR Brian Horais, USNR (Ret) 11234 Cranbrook Lane, Oakton, VA 22124 e: bhorais@wjsa.com; http://www.erols.com/ horais/USNAI97I,htm Bill Chiquelin sent in a note following the Army/Navy game, where he saw Don Jenkins, and Ted Hermeling and his wife. Ted has a son in the Class of 2001 who sent me a great thankyou note for the "midshippers" care package he received before finals. At the suggestion of Nick Pantelides, the Class of 1971 has sent carepackages to USNA '71 offspring from the Class of '01 during thefr Plebe Summer to welcome them aboard and to the Class of '02 during exams. Ted sent his thanks to the Class as well. It sounds like this new tradition is weU received and worth continuing. Bill also noted that MIDN I/C Jeremy Pelstring '99, son of Lesley and Steve Pelstring '71, did a wonderful job of singing the national anthem prior to the Army/ Navy game.

A meeting of tiie USNA Class of 1971 Class Officers was held on the evening of 14 November '98, in conjunction with the Class reception hosted by RADM Chris Weaver at his quarters in The Washington Navy Yard. Chris and Chris Weaver hosted over 90 Classmates and thefr guests at an excellent reception at thefr quarters at the Washington Navy Yard following the Navy/Notre Dame game. A group photograph taken from the front porch of Chris's quarters is shown below.

At the Class Officers meeting. Perry Martini discussed arrangements that have been made for die 30tii Reunion in 2001. Our 30tii Reunion wiU be held at Loews Annapolis Hotel in downtown

AnnapoUs and Tom Gross has agreed to be CoChafr. Perry stated that ADM Coogan, USN (Ret.), has agreed to be a guest speaker.

Dave Laws provided an update on the Class Gift Fund. The Class has done an outstanding job in our recent campaign for the Leadership Center of Excellence. We had over $336,000 in pledges and another $39,000 in matching gifts, for a total of over $375,000. There are still a few more people to call, so this number may still go up. We had hoped for close to $400,000 so that it would grow to half a million with investment, and we achieved that goal admirably. Of this amount, over $65,000 has already been contributed through October. The Alumni Assoc is ecstatic about our success and the support that the Class of '71 is giving to the Academy.

Mike McBride sent in a photograph from his recent visit with Field McConnell and his family at Field's farm in Minnesota. Shown left to right in the photograph are Mike and Field.

Mike said to try and pick out the non-turkey in the photograph. Field and his wffe, AlUson, are still doing great ranning the farm with thefr five chilcfren. In his spare time. Field stiU manages to fly for Northwest Afrlines.

Mike McBride and Field McConnell Joe Enright sent in a note via emaU letting me know he is moving back to D.C. for a tour at the Joint Staff and wiU be Uving in Arlington, VA, Showing how email can make the world smaller, Bruce Erickson sent a note from Amman, Jordan, where he and his wife, Carol, have been living for the past 18 months. Bmce is working for Amoco (soon to be BP/Amoco) as the General Manager for a natural gas pipeline project. Bmce can be reached at: bmce_n_erickson @ amoco.com.

That's all for this month. Keep those letters, emails and photographs coming!

Class of '71 at RADM Chris Weaver's

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Pres: CDR Dave Hogen, USN (Ret.) Sec y: CDR Rich Robison, USN (Ret) 12695 Catawba Dr. Woodbridge, VA 22192 f: 703-413-5376; e: robison_rich@prc.com http://www.charm.net/~bfant/usna72/72toc.htm As I sttoU along waiting for the arrival of spring, I am caught with the fact that Saturdays will soon be consumed watching my daughter in crew regattas, the garden is pleading for some new shrabs, and the lawn is crying for some fertiUzer. Oh, man, let's go!

Around the Yard Department The following from Dave Hogen: On 2 October, 20th Company invited '72ers in the Annapolis area to noon meal and a tour of the newly renovated 4th Wing, including a visit to the 20th Company Wardroom.

The new rooms in "Mother B" pack a lot of storage into a small space, partly to accommodate computer equipment. Desks are located "outboard" against the bulkheads, with bunks over them. Of note, room windows now have screens!

The 20th Company Wardroom has built-in storage for the TV/VCR and a kitchen area with a microwave and reefer. Our Class provided funding for the purchase of sorely-needed wardroom

fumiture pieces. A tasty sheetcake and coffee were provided and consumed. Attendees included: Don Carlson, Eric Davis, Dave Hogen, Skip Kohler, Bob Leib, Rob Moon and Andy Wehrle.

As a reminder, when you make a donation (one-time or regular, for example, such as resulting from the '72 fundraising campaign last year) to the Alumni Association, you may indicate it is for the Class of '72. Doing so allows the Class (via the Officers) to decide how the funds are spent. That way we can, as a Class, take on projects such as the Rip Miller Press Box, which we funded last year in conjunction with our 25th Reunion.

Rip Miller Field Press Box

Kohler, Carlson, Davis, Wehrle, Moon, Leib, MIDN 1/C Toriello and Hogen

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Press Box Dedication Plaque That project, which significantly depleted Class funds, was accomplished by paying for materials only; the labor was contributed by the SeaBees. It was a "bricks and mortar" type project, which we (Class officers in conjunction with the Reunion committee) felt was a good choice for the 25th.

Future projects may be funding for other important, though less visible, efforts. All such projects are coordinated with the Alumni Association and the Naval Academy in meeting needs unmet by appropriated funds. (If you have suggestions for projects, please send them to me!)

Thanks, Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and also thanks to all of you who played a hand in these projects. (You just can't imagine how difficult it was to keep Andy Wehrle from trying to mentor them in the fine art of study hour hot dog sales...)

Out On the Island Department The following from Rik Dilgren; Five members of 36th Company rallied over Labor Day weekend at Mike Clawson's Kiawah Island villa in South Carolina. We had a full agenda of boating, biking, golfing and restaurant sampling. The highlight of the boating trip was when we landed at Botany Island and the wild goats came out of the dunes to look at the old goats who were beachcombing. Jim Phillips is a program manager for a small arms simulator company in Atlanta, where he and Denise built their dream home. Kip Osbome is Atianta-based and flies for Delta (Tokyo Express). Mike is head of commercial banking for Firststar of Ulinois in Chicago. Kirk Michael is a special projects officer for Duke Power and lives in Houston. I had the shortest trip to Kiawah because I live in Charleston where 1 am VP of SIGNAL Corporation, which supports SpaWar and other customers.

Rik's address: 22 Brisbane Drive, Charleston, SC 29407. Thanks for the note!

Hopper, Short and Shork

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and now lives about ten minutes from Dulles Airport in Hemdon, VA. Marie and Ray Glennon celebrated their 26th anniversary last 17 June (your scribe was there—same day as the Watergate break-in) and have been Uving in the AnnapoUs area since 1980. Last October, Ray was promoted and joined ARINC's Industry Activities division as a Senior Dfrector, where he represents aviation's interests in domestic and intemational aviation policy matters. (A commendable achievement—especially for a black shoe!) Congratulations to you all—and please keep us appraised of your whereabouts and new addresses.

That's about it for this month, boys and gfrls.

Keep your powder dry and don't let the Dark Ages get you down! More to come. D.O. IHed and True with '72.

PhilUps, Dilgren, Osbome, Clawson and Michael Carole and John Scbork have moved to 407 238tii Ave. N.E., Redmond, WA 98053 when our man turned in his blues for pinstripes last 31 July. So, it don't look Uke no pinstripes in the accompanying photo? Well, even Merrill Lynch executives get to be casual every once in awhile.

This was taken last year during Seafafr '98 at Jan and Bill Hopper's back yard. That salty looking guy in the middle is Marshall Short, who is working for Boeing in the Commercial Airplane Group.

Spouses Department Dallas Wolf's bride sent the foUowing emaU to Andy Wehrle for her wayward husband: WeU heUo! My husband. Dallas M. Wolf, is not real good aboutreplying,so after seeing about 100 of your messages, I thought I would say heUo. I will aUow him to send his latest bio with aU the juicy stuff! All I can say is that we are very happily married, I got tfred of having him chase me for 23 years! Actually, I always thought he was terribly good-looking, fascinating and intelUgent and still makes my heart pound! We enjoy living on a 26-acre ranch in the beautiful back-country between Norfolk and Richmond. Our three children, Dallas Wolf n (15), Megan (13) and Dakota (8) all keep us on our toes, along with our horse, dog, cats, geese, ducks, turtles, etc. Dallas still works in the private sector of the defense conttactor business. His hobbies include riding his 1949 AlUs-Chalmers WDttactor,reading and relaxing. Life has been good to us and we thank God for it aU! Please forward any messages to him/us any time. If any of you are in the area, please call 757-899-6101, our door is open!

Thanks for the email, Mrs. W...and keep that boy busy out in the back 40!

Bits and Pieces Department From the Net; Thanks to Bob Leib (rleib@riva.net) for setting up and being the all around chief cook and bottle washer for the tailgaters at last fall's Navy home football games. Chris Panos (Panos4@aol.com) is still with MerriU Lynch in Florida. Al Porter (alan.porter@ci.slc.ut.us) has left govemment service and can probably be found skiing, golfing, or fly-fishing in Utah, Idaho or Montana. Marcia and Todd Bniner (tbraner@dsmet.com) have moved back into their house in Eastport (411 Third Street, Annapolis, MD 21403; 410-280-2460).

Daughter, Kim, is employed by Bell Atlantic in Arlington; son, Todd Bruner '00, is a segundo.

TTWB is working for Digital System Resources, Inc. under the tutelage of Jack Boyle and Dave Murray. Jim LaBelle (jjlabeU@ix.netcom.com) has moved from Colorado to Chantilly, VA. Paul Donohue (pdonohue@usna.net) is flying for

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Southwest out of Baltimore, but maintains his residence in Kansas. Rich Goldsby (Rich-DianaGoldsby@prodigy.net) has retired to Annapolis.

Ray Berard (berard@us.ibm.com) has retumed from France and settied in Connecticut. Jim Pledger (pledgers@telebyte.net) has retfred to Washington state. Denny Crane has been named senior vice president of corporate marketing and strategy for SCT. Carol and Scotty Borderud now receive thefr snail mail at thefr residence adtfress: 2672-B Columbia Avenue, Fort Lewis, WA 98433-1006. RDML (Sel) Curt Kemp has orders to Program Executive Officer, Mine Warfare, in Arlington, VA. Charles "Skip" Lee (skipfam@essexl.com) is a Blue and Gold Officer in Olinois and has offered his services to tiie Class. Randy "Crunch" Cumutt (ciirautts@emfrates.net.ae) is in Abu Dabi, UAE. Jim Protzman (jprotzman@fginc.com) rans his own advertising agency in from Chapel Hill, NC. Chip Newhart (chipnewhart@staffmax.net) is in Bel Air, MD. Nancy and Clarence Willis (CCWCOM@aol.com) saw a lot of the world (mostiy Pacific) over the course of 22 years of service (which he completed in August 1994)

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Pres: Tom Storch Sec'y: CAPT Tom (TJ) Wilson, m , USN 8310 Gushing Court, Springfield, VA 22153 e; tjwUson@erols.com; w:703-913-0094 h; 703-697-8863; f; 703-614-1755 Classmates, I sit here in very late December to put this, my first log entry, together as your new scribe. I follow in the footsteps of one of the great ones. We, as a Class, owe so much to Dirk Mosis for keeping us informed of aU the goings on over the years. It is with no small measure of ttepidation that I step up to assume the watch.

Dirk, you (Ud the Academy, the Class and yourself proud. Well done, and I reUeve you, sfr!

A littie about myself seems to be in order I'm still on active duty as a surface warfare Navy captain, assigned to the operations dfrectorate on the Joint Staff. I will endeavor to provide the service we have grown to expect over the years.

The news is thin, but a littie effort has tumed over some interesting things. Susan and Don White emailed from south Georgia...actually, he capitaUzed "south" like it's a cUfferent place than

28th Company come-around at the Commandant's. I to r: Don Patten, George Watt Dudley Outcalt (kneeling), Marvin Clott. Mike Zimet, Joe Stewart, Craig StencU, Joe Krisiak, Dave Stacy, Chuck Stevens, Gary Roughhead, Jack Shick and Tom Kelly

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north Georgia or just regular Georgia. Anyway, Homecoming was Susan's first Q-ip to USNA, and Don's first trip back since the early '80s.

Must be tough to get out of south Georgia! Don reports they have a six-month-old. Coy, and a six-year-old, Neill. Susan rans a travel agency and Don works for Proctor & Gamble. Great to hear from you, Don. Please don't stay away so long next time.

Diana and Joe Doswell made it to a Christmas party at our house in Springfield. Joe works for Baltimore Gas and Electric at Calvert Cliffs and they live in the Maryland countryside. It's been a long time since we were lieutenants serving in TEXAS. We obviously made a lasting impression, since we were part of the commissioning crew and the ship already has been decommissioned!

Don't have much Homecoming news but this photo, originally sent by Tom Kelly to Tom Storch, and forwarded to me. 28th Company enjoyed a wonderful time at the Company party hosted by Ellen and Gary Roughhead at their quarters on the Yard. Looks like a good time!

I see several Classmates daily in the Pentagon.

Bob Willard and Tom Enright are in the J-3 directorate of the Joint Staff, Jim Zortman hangs out in the Vice Chairman's office, John Harvey and Dan O'Brien are in the OSD policy organization and Bob Hartling is on OpNav staff. It seems we have '73ers everywhere.

That's what news this month. Please help me keep you informed by providing me the happenings you'd like the Class to know about.

Email is best, but anyway you get it here is acceptable. Wishing each of you and your families a happy and prosperous New Year. Non Sibi.

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Pres: Steve Middleton Sec'y: CDR Bill HaU, SC, USN (Ret) 1833 Meadowgrove Lane Frederick, MD 21702-3015 h: 301-694-5883; w: 703-394-7654 e: BhaU74@aol.com We'll start this month with an email update from Class Treasurer, Mick Halbreiner, describing some of the activities which surrounded the Navy-Notre Dame football game.

The party reaUy started at the Navy-ND luncheon in D.C. at die Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill. I feel it was the best Alumni luncheon. Over 1,100 people were in attendance. Morgan Ames and myself were the representatives from the Class of '74. Regis Philbin was the master of ceremonies with Ara Parsegian as the guest speaker Of course Tom Lynch '64 and his brother Jim were there along with many other ND and Navy celebrities. It was a great way to start the weekend.

The weekend continued at our house that night.

Morgan Ames was the master of ceremonies at the Halbreiner residence. Nancy had other duties that precluded her attending, but Morgan made up for her absence. Others in attendance were Sandy and John Tromba, Carol and Don Hagerling, Eileen and Skip Stocknick, Debbie and Bud Caspari, Terri and Marty (Blue) Burke. Many other Classmates called and said they would be there but no showed! Susan and Bart Whitman did post—on SaWrday afternoon!

Saw John Branchflower and Tom Lozier at the ND game yesterday.

Have had conversations with a few Classmates tills past couple weeks. Joe Sestak is back in town, living in Fairfax with his wife, Susan. He is going to a job at N-5. Bill Readdy has been in town for about a year. He and Colleen live in Alexandria, where he is stationed at NASA headShipmate, March 1999

quarters. Terry Howell retired a couple years ago and still lives in Chantilly and works for DELFIN systems. Don Hagerling retired two years ago and heads up security at the Department of the Treasury. If you look at the back of a $10 dollar bill, his office is right above the flag pole. Word around, is that Tom McMullen is now in the D.C. area as a consultant. Charlie Miletich retired and is working at MCI along with Bill Wilde. Pat MacNallen has a little one that was born in April of 1998. I guess 1 am off the hook for now with the youngest child in the Class.

And on that note, it is time to read Thomas The Tank Engine for the one millionth time to my little one.

Thanks for the update Mick, I'm sorry I missed what sounds like a good pre-game party.

Mick is now on the world-wide-web and can be reached at; Halbreiner@aol.com.

Chris Perrien has also checked in via email.

I enjoy the Class letter and am disappointed whenever the column is blank. I reckon that every 24 years or so, I should make my own contribution, although I am not sure who, in our modest membership, would care about my personal course and speed since graduation.

Every time I see Gen Charles Krulak '64 on CNN, I bore whomever is with me that he was our 5th Company Officer for two years, totally focused on revitalizing the Marine image within Bancroft Hall and a man who saw the potential officer in a Midshipman and who was not concemed only with reg book compliance. When informed by a Classmate of those who possessed cars within the seven-mile limit, then-Capt.

Kralak called us individually into his office and suggested that we take action on an unnamed violation before he would be forced to deal with the infraction officiaUy. No one was fried as a result of the bilging Classmate. Such is General's wisdom.

After Deke Forbes, the Commandant ordered my Company Officer to escort me to Tracy's barbershop on the moming of graduation (that's right—5 June 1974 at 7:30a.m.) for a farewell buzz job—I swore off association with USNA whenever possible and was thriUed that I chose a reserve ship on Treasure Island as my duty station—you can probably tell by now that even by now I was on the patii of deep-six more than deepselection.

My first two years of service were not of much value to either me or the Navy (I was almost drammed out of ASWO school as I was just fed up with formal studying. (I still do not understand why graduate Mids are sent to PQS school in Newport). My career path was changed in late '75 when I was transferred over a weekend to Pearl Harbor (again trae) to relieve one of our Plebe Year Brigade Commanders (Coogan's favorite) who had failed and was failing again the NTPI. This was one situation where he could not fool or bluff his way through the moment. I spent two years on DDG-16, a good ship but much older than its years, due to its prolonged presence on the Vietnam gunline. The upshot is that we spent 18 months trying to pass engineering exams (PEBs) and suffering enormous concurrent failure in re-up rates, morale, and readiness.

In some ways the San Francisco reserve ship, DD716, was a more solid, more seaworthy contributor to the fleet.

How about the moment at Mardi Gras in New Orleans in 1988 where our 2/C self-defense lessons probably saved my life and those of my mother and wife. Not that I usedflipper-kicksor arch-stomps to defeat the attack; rather, when taken to the ground by two backstreet predators, I recalled immediately our instractions to 'Get Up' when down and that help responds to calls of 'Fire' faster than cries of 'Murder' So in my best 6-3 chow call voice I screamed 'Fire,' three or four times. Immediately lights went on in windows, doors opened, and my attackers fled, one shouting at the other about using the gun next time?! 1 had parked on the back streets to save parking fees and because I thought that not much could happen to me in my home town.

Our family of 4 lives in Durham, NC. On 1 December, I will join IBM's Services Group, consulting with manufacturers on ERP and e-Commerce solutions. As I prepared for my separation from the service in 1979, I asked a headhunter what were my employment chances. He said, "don't worry, the market is partial to Navy types, y'all seem to know how to get the job done with only 60% of the needed information." I've observed this to be trae even with the Whoops and Zoomies that 1ranacross.

1 got my start in business with Bath Iron Works in the early '80s on the CG and DDG programs.

Our Classmate, Stan Weliver, was doing a good job then and I understand that he has a large job there now.

I spent about ten years with factory automation start-ups before I fell into the Multimedia and Internet game four years ago. It seems that most of my good luck is rooted somehow in a Navy experience: either the client thinks that I must have been a hot-shot to get into USNA (despite my suggestion that Vietnam enabled my kind to sneak in under the wire), or the current Monica crisis reminds many of the value of personal integrity which our graduates by default are considered to possess.

Over time, I've kept in touch with a handful of Classmates: Mark Petersen is in San Francisco practicing law and leveraging his submarine experiences-when not ranning charity marathons in Hawaii. Jim Schreiber applies his considerable talents on behalf of IBM's mainframe group in Connecticut. Bill Walsh (PCO VICKSBURG) and Steve Gilmore (CO ESSEX now

in the Gulf) take my calls on a regular basis and have been trae beacons for my personal and professional life over the past eight years. I've kept up with Jim Depp (CO NORMANDY) and Rob McCabe (the Mine Warfare chair in Newport), but do not catch-up with them often enough. I understand that Charlie Cannon is back in Chicago, on the board of FMC. Charlie's brother-in-law is Tom Fargo '70 (die VADM of die Class of '70) so that one Cannon (Sara) continues to serve.

I can be reached at 919-493-0231 or revengine @ aol.com.

Don Chappell's annual Christmas letter has arrived and provides an update on Chappell household activities over the past year.

This year there are no significant challenges or problems to report—no 300 pound snowflakes— for which we are manifestly thankful to God. We are also thankful for the more beautiful snowflakes that have managed to catch our eye, and for the ones that were there, but that we didn't notice.

Joey, 7, enjoys first grade. He resolutely faces his many challenges; his diction is really understood only by Mom and (to a lesser extent) Dad. He is still developing the fine motor skills to do a good job of printing but persists well in leaming it. He is quite the champion speller and always ready to read. He has his addition facts down cold for sums up to ten, and I believe he can go higher as soon as he is challenged to do so. But, more than school, Joey enjoys soccer, baseball and Tiger Cubs. Over Christmas vacation, he and Dad are working on his Pinewood Derby car—a fire engine!

Stacey is home for the holidays from the equivalent of her sophomore year in the drama program at Rose Braford College in London. The many trials of an expatriate student have mainly been an enjoyable challenge for her. She and three other young ladies are the first students in the pilot program between Rose Braford and Stephen F. Austin; there have been some growing pains— the SFA students are better prepared than their English classmates. Despite the occasionally repeated material, she is enjoying herself and expects the curriculum challenges to pick up soon.

Kelly graduates from Iowa's Cornell College this May. He is busy applying to grad schools with the goal of becoming a conductor. 1 didn't know you could go to conducting school; I always figured it was OJT. He will graduate with a teaching certificate and really enjoyed his student teaching experience this last fall. Feedback

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from both swdents and faculty was exttemely positive (no brag—just fact).

The whole family, especiaUy Joey, enjoyed die Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Choir's Christmas concert last night It was great having KeUy's informed commentary on the music and the conductor, and Stacey's on the voice and choral portions.

Kate and I are very proud of what diey've leamed!

Kate volunteers at Joey's school, but keeps away from his class as much as possible. Joey swdiously ignores her when she does visit-not supposed to be there-out of context, don't you know? While Dad has the high visibility job, coaching the soccer or baseball team. Mom is the one who focuses on Joey, making sure he throws to the right base or kicks toward the proper goal.

She is well rewarded however. Joey's favorite thing is "Mommy love" which involves being picked up and giving her a great big hug.

I continue to manage the Operations Analysis group for Lockheed Martin Vought Systems. I put an oar in on a number of neat programs, but most the time has been spent supporting the Array's Future Scout and Cavalry System. I've managed to avoid overseas trips for two years, but now have been found out I'm being "forced" (no. reaUy!) to go to England and meet with the British Aerospace half of the team and the British Army customer. On the plus side, I was able to visit Stacey in her "flat" last November, but in January have to go back even earlier than she does! The bright spot is the rapid build up of frequent flyer miles.

If there are enough business trips, the travel arrangements for the 25th should be "free."

Don can still be reached at 3604 Ruidoso Drive, ArUngton, TX 76017.

The next Christmas letter comes from John Tromba: The Tromba family has enjoyed receiving aU the cards and letters from aU our friends and famUy around die country and the world. Thank you forrememberingus during this Christmas season.

Sandy goes to North Carolina twice a month to visit her father, whose health is deteriorating since his sttokes two years ago. When Sandy can't get down to (Thapel HiU, Chris and I go down.

In Febraary (1997), Sandy took a much needed break and visited Liz at her place in JacksonviUe, FL. Amazing how a few days with young adults can regenerate one's energy. It was a wonderful visit except for the critters that Uved in the pond behind Liz's home. One night during a violent storm, more than 30 large critters came scurrying out of the pond. Sandy's first reaction was that they were Norwegian rats, like the ones we Uved with in Alaska. Of course Liz, having Uved around the pond critters for so long, was very blase about them. The large scurrying night varmints were Nutria, which are common in Florida.

Chris and some buddies spent their spring break, at his grandfather's country home, in North Carolina. Fishing was their primary activity while in Chapel Hill; although they did some of the chores around the yard and down at the pond.

Chris is a senior in high school this year. Having developed a recent interest in forensics/debate, he is participating in debate competitions. It is wonderful to see his enthusiasm. Chris is still an active fisherman, doing so at every opportunity.

It is fortunate that we live near the Potomac River, so he can fish after school. We are beginning to think he will choose his university based on the availability of local fishing opportunities.

On Sandy's birthday in June, she was choking so I had to perform the HiemJich maneuver on her. The end result was that I saved her life, but she ended up with a couple of painful, broken ribs. She and Chris had to put off the college hunting trip to Florida until August after her ribs healed. I'm still the Domestic Program Manager at RBC. Until a month ago I was wearing two hats at the corporation, so time off was limited. I was unable to do any family traveling until Thanksgiving. We went to Florida to enjoy a sumpmous Thanksgiving feast, courtesy of Liz, Danielle and Brian, Danielle's boyfriend.

John can stiU be reached at: 2303 WiUiam and Mary Drive, Alexandria, VA 22308-1552.

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A few closing notes which are worth repeating. First, we are sponsors for the 7th Company wardroom. They are upgrading thefr wartfroom and would like plaques or other items from fleet units. If anyone could help, please send the items to Steve Middleton and he will take them to 7th Company. Steve's adcfress is: 516 Green Forest Drive, Sevema Park, MD 21146. Second, our 25th Reunion is this year, and it will not, repeat not, be held during Homecoming. Instead we'll be celebrating 12-14 November 1999. Headquarters will be the Loew's Hotel and reservations are being taken now. When I last talked to the hotel, they had plenty of rooms still available, but don't wait too long to make your reservations. The room rates are as follows; 4 nights, $139/night; 3 nights, $159/night; 2 nights, $183.50/night. Call 410263-7777 to make reservations, and be sure to mention you're with the Class of '74! You can visit the Loew's Annapolis Hotel on the web at: www.loewsannapolis.com. For those who may be interested in staying with friends in a furnished house for the weekend, contact AnnapoUs Accommodations, Inc. at 410-2633262. The weekend will be sinular to our last reunion. We will have a hospitality suite on Friday and after the game on Saturday. The tailgate will be at the game with entertainment and food at the hotel after the game. Finally, for those interested in ranning for Class office, please contact Steve Middleton at the address above or email: stevem@bigplanet.com.

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Pres: Steve Hubbard Sec'y; CAPT Larry Warrenfeltz, USN 21 Colony Trail Drive, Mandeville, LA 70448 h: 504-626-4964; e: highvolt_sid@hotmail.com Dear 'mates, OK, OK—just type something.

Get the keys working, and maybe the brain will kick in. [There we go. Just needed a jump start this month.] It's March, and the long, dark winter is retteating in favor of warmer temperatures. I only hope the spring days are as nice as the record-setting December Saturday, in Philadelphia, when the Navy commissioned its newest Aegis destroyer, DONALD COOK (DDG-75). It was actually hot wearing blues at Penns Landing.

Chris Cikanovich did an outstanding job of organizing our participation in all the events surrounding the ceremony. The night before the ceremony, at the PCO reception at the historic Philadelphia Union League, I hooked up with Chick and Steve Hubbard. They pointed out that in the Sponsors' Brochure, the USNA Class of '75 was listed in the Fleet Admiral section.

How did we manage to be included with the big industrial sponsors like Bath Iron Works, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon? Leave it to Chick. He convinced the organizers that oitt annual leadership award to the ship's junior officer of the year, at $ 100 per year for a 30-year life of die ship, totaled $3000. Bingo! We get invited to all the nice receptions and functions.

What a salesman! Chick was also a superb host.

After a couple of Pennsylvania brews at a waterfront tavern, he took us home to Moorestown. Diane was away at a wedding, so it was guy's night at the Cikanovich house. Hubs says my snoring didn't keep him awake. (But then, he's always been a polite man who didn't want to hurt anyone's feelings.)

Curt Coy and A.J. Cetel also joined the Commissioning festivities. Curt brought along his son, Matthew Coy '01, and two of his youngster Classmates. I forgot to ask them the question that's been bothering me. When they hit the deck for pushups, do they do 101, or 1?

This month's e-traffic brought in several interesting notes.

Jim Droddy is commanding Tra Wing 4 in Corpus Christi, and celebrating a job where 0-6s still get to fly.

Scott Rarig saw the photos of his old roommate, Brian Curdy, in the December issue.

Scott reports Bob Zakula is teaching school in Pennsylvania. Unless he's an extremely hard and unpopular teacher, he should be in the Mechanicsburg phone book. The five Rarigs (Karol, daughters Laura and Jean, and son Jonathan) live on the Hood Canal. From the comfort of his living room, Scott can watch the Tridents head out to Dabob Bay for sea trials. He works for NUWC Division Keyport—"seUing death and destmction to the thfrd world-just kidding."

I'll wrap with a note from Dick Arnold in sunny San Diego: Jean and Steve Stanley came over to watch the Army/Navy game. Steve brought some of his homebrew. It would have been a perfect day except for the score of the game. We take off on 20 December on our annual ttek to Monterey to see Jeannette's folks. When we come back, we get to move into the bouse we recentiy purchased at 652 B Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118. Jeannette is subbing for the regular teacher in a class of seven severely handicapped kids. She comes home pretty exhausted. Our kids continue to grow up (despite our best efforts). Katie is a sophomore at Coronado High and enjoying the social Ufe. She went to homecoming with Tim Naple's son (small world). John is in 7th grade and wears a size 12 shoe (just like me). They both love water polo (I think that gene comes from Jeannette's side of the family).

Dick detached from the Thfrd Fleet OPS job in January, and took command of Destroyer Squadron SEVEN on 11 Febmary. Congratulations, Big Guy! Go Navy! Larry

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Pres: Chuck Gorum 146 Prince George Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-263-3337; e: cgomm@annap.infi.net Sec'y; Chuck Dirienzo 2833 Horseman's Ridge Drive, Clayton, NC 27520 h: 919-550-2627; e: chuckles@ipass.net

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Pres: CDR Owen G. Thorp III, USNR Sec'y: CDR Bill Millward, USN 5013 Stone Haven Drive, Annandale, VA 22003 h; 703-250-3578 e: bniillwar@ix.netcom.com Acting Sec'y: CDR Mark Sobczak 1522 Soutii Sea Breeze Trail Virginia Beach, VA 23452 h: 757-486-8056 e: pnh0mls@pnhl0.4med.navy.mil or usna77@pilot.infi.net

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Pres; Arch Griffin Sec'y: Vince Balderrama 45 Littie Fawn Drive, Shelton, CT 06484 e: CanoeU78@aol.com website: http:// usnal978.org

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Pres: Mike Finley Sec'y: Ken Russell 210 Soutii Main Stt-eet PO. Box 380, Ariington, SD 57212 w: 605-983-3312; e; gone2pot@iw.net Class Website: www.usna79.com Well the big news first and I know every doggone one of you are gonna be so excited and if I may say so myself, real proud. The tally is in, and the Class of '79's column is verified Y2K compliant, but that's not all. This is the Official Class Column of the New Millennium! I know, I know. My eyeballs puddled up a whole lot too.

So, teU all your pals, let 'em know that we have big braggin' rights with all the other Class columns. For the next thousand years, this is the column to read. Okay, whew, I'm a little tingly.

Let me catch my breath.

Now, on to the pathetic comedy intro filler: The other day I was imagining real hard. It wasn't one of those cheesy type imagines like you get on the crowded freeways when you imagine "Gee, if I lived in those crappy-looking apartments right next to this noisy as hell freeway, I'd be home now." No, it was more like, "Imagine owning all your favorite AM racUo hits for $12.99 plus shipping." You know what I'm talkin' about, right? A little, "Midnight at the Oasis," oh yeah. All right, so here's the deal: I've been helping out with the domestic stuff a bit more lately, since we built the pottery studio onto the house. Leftovers go into the Tupperware, don't they? Sure they do. Well, I imagined a world where every Tupperware lid fit every other Tupperware container regardless of thefr sizes. Got a number 2 size container? Stick a number 3 Ud on it. Or a number 7 lid. It doesn't matter. They all fit. They're all one with each other. One world. One Tupperware. Give peace a chance? Huh-uh. Let's figure out a way to stop Tupperware lids from escaping five minutes after they go from the dishwasher to the storage cabinet first. Then, we can worry about world peace.

Okee-dokee, that just about covers pathetic stabbin', let's get on with the info, shall we? This month is mainly going to cover the Christmas form letters and we'll leave most of the huge amounts of emails to April.

First up, is from Bridget and Craig Majkowski (Cmajkowski@juno.com) and their summer world tour. Four days in Los Angeles where Mom, Dad, Leigh Ann (16), Alex (13), and Lauren (12) performed live at the Hollywood Bowl and the Rose Bowl while they wreaked havoc during the day at Mann's Chinese Theater, Venice Beach, Griffith Park Zoo and NBC studios. These heavy metal rockers were nearly artested for throwing fumiture at IKEA. Okay, so they're not a heavy metal band and they didn't perform in LA, but Bridget drove from Shipmate, March 1999

Dallas, the epicenter of last summer's global warming crisis, with a van full of teenagers to Hollywood and Pasadena to visit their nephews.

Craig toughed it out on the plane and flew into LA to meet them. There's some serious honey-do paybacks in there for Craig, no doubt. On the way to the Left Coast, the Mighty Ski's stopped at, well, everywhere but Wally World. They took the more scenic route through Colorado on their way back. Craig flew back from LA. No van. No driving. You shakin' your head with your eyes closed too, sayin' "Oh buddy, Craig's a dead man?" Craig gets out of honey-do hell right after they fix Medicare. Bridget's binge at the outlet mall doesn't count. In the meantime, all the kids are still keeping Craig and Bridget hyper-busy, all three are in gifted programs in school and on weekends, allow Mom and Dad to go out on dates...a/one! (What is that like?) Bridget works at Alex and Lauren's middle school and also does PTA and Campus Excellence stuff on the side. Craig is pulUng his hair out at work trying to get their confusers Y2K compliant (Craig, eat your heart out pal, your Give King and this column doesn't have that problem). Craig, Bridget, thanks so much for the stupendous update.

Next up, is a much enjoyed formster from Pam and Kevin Derbin. Kevin is a VP down in Sioux Falls at Bell Paper Box, and with his Harvard MBA, is making the place skyrocket (Sec 'y: Hey Kev, I use Watertown Box. How's about a call

for some biz? I might be way too small a customer but I use about 600 boxes per year).

The Derbin kid units are growing up fast. Brie will be in college in a little over a year or so.

Nobody really pays attention to the precise number of days to go though, right Brie? Chase is a high school freshman and well on his way to becoming an Eagle Scout. Kevin is also a big time assistant scoutmaster in Chase's troop. He got to rosin up the Ovation this year and play in a band at the Bell Box Christmas party. (Sec'y: I think "It Doesn't Matter" was our best tune at Dahlgren. I screwed up the Eagle tunes by singing way off key. I thought it was BD and blamed it on him at first, but no. It was me. Mr. Goose Farts On a Muggy Day voice. Sorry BD, you actually sounded great.) Chase also plays bass in the rock band, Santa Clans. (Heyyy, Momma-Ceetah). Joel, the youngest Derbin in the world, is in 4th grade and is heatin' up the pools by being the #1 swimmer in South Dakota in his age group. Good on you, Joel! He also is trying a stab at playing guitar just like big bro and dad. Pam heads up Mindcore, Inc., which markets educational type stuff all over the nation. Last summer, everybody went to Florida to visit relatives and watch Dom Gorie do that NASA thing piloting the space shuttle.

Pam, Kevin, thanks for the update and next time send a photo with Kevin in the shot so's we can get it into the article (Pam, you get in the picture too.)

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Pres: Tim Kobosko Sec'y: CDR Joseph A. Grace, Jr., USNR 15 AUard Blvd, New Orieans, LA 70119 h: 504-486-9040; w: 504-539-9255 f: 504-539-9257; e; jgrace@USNAI980.org http;// www.USNA1980.org

Don and Jean (Juinn with thefr children at Don's change of command, October '98 Let's see, who's up next? I beUeve I've got a huge one from Big Al the Kiddy's Pal or Al "Doughball" Whiting. Besides looking out of his fabulous office suite there in Michelson Hall; Al also makes a jaunt or two down to the Chilean Andes and that telescope in search of Elvis. Al hasn't found the real home of the King of Rock 'n Roll yet, but he has wrapped up his work on his latest dwarf galaxy discovery. Yep, out there somewhere near Ancfromeda, Doughball was trying to solve that "Tupperware staining orange after storing spaghetti in it" dilemma, but tUscovered a new galaxy instead. He also zipped down to Cape Town, South Africa, and Ut ffres tmder the seats of astronomical society attendees by explaining how to figure out the age of the universe.

Al, who cares, okay? It's old. It takes 70 thousand years to get to the nearest star with today's technology, all right? You go there, you come back. Average velocity zero and you're lookin' as good as an Egyptian mummy in a museum. Do something useful for mankind, buddy. Get the plastic container/plastic Ud paradox solved. Sorry for my cUgression Doughball, I haven't switched to decaf yet.

Al spent a while last summer in England to see some old friends and to visit his cousins up in freland. Al's time at Mom B is up this July and he doesn't know if they'll extend him for another year or not. Let's see, he tUscovered a dwarf galaxy, reduced the data, increased asttonomical knowledge of galaxies by an order of magnitude and came up with a pretty good method of determining the age of the universe, but should we keep him here at Navy? Will he benefit the school and the Mids? That's a tough one.

Mmmmm, he's a keeper. Yeah, I think we'll keep him. Al, thanks for the letter and we all look forward to seeing you host a future NOVA special on PBS. Now kids, it's the Mother of All Christmas Form Letters time. You have been pretty good so far. There's been a few people in the back mouthin' off. I heard those, "Give King! You're a Loser!" cat calls but most of you have been holding back verbal assaults so far. So, for your reward, here is the all new, 1999 (well, okay it was written in '98, but come on) annual Don Quinn Christmas Form Letter, brought to you by Don's lovely wife and the real CO of the Quinns, none other than Jean Quinn. Form Letter us like never before babe.

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We'll start with the kidmeisters, and Matt would be ffrst. Buckle your seat belts, because Matt has his driver's permit, increasing the Gauss' on his chick magnet, plus he's doing about a million other things to keep himself busy. He's a sophomore, going through that "no one but me has ever experienced adolescence before" phase. Yeah Matt, take it from me, no one has ever gone through that before. You're the first. Kevin is still a sports nut, is as tall as DQ, wears size 12 shoes and monopoUzes the phone every night, talking to, you guessed it, gfrls.

Caitiin, (remember that picture of her as a baby?

Geez!) is a soccer maniac, a local baby sitter and has started playing clarinet. Caitiin, what're you doin' this summer? She's playin' soccer Brian is a thfrd grader and also a littie leaguer in the spring, soccer player in the fall and basketball player in the Dark Ages. Jean is back doing her COW thing only this time, since DQ's squacfron is an FRS, she's dealing with 200 officers instead of twenty or thirty. Whoa, daddy. She's also finding some peace and quiet at the bowling lanes, away from the taxi service mayhem. And now, to Don. DQ, that lucky ... well, you know.

He's once again the CO of a squacfron, slipping the surly bonds of DIFDEN orders and laughing all the way to the cockpit. DQ, everyone of us with Wings, hates your guts. May your next desk be in a closet with five 0-6s and a window overlooking a brick wall at the Five Sided Puzzle Palace. Jean, as usual, darlin' thanks for the form letter and also the card. Glad to see it conformed with the pre-holiday DoD memo prohibiting the use of the words holy, Christmas and blessed in any official message traffic. Good that Uncle Sugar makes sure no one refers to our own religious holiday to American Service Members, but we, by golly, better not offend Saddam by attacking him after Ramadan starts. Perish the thought, or at least change the subject.

That's a wrap for March. I have a huge and busy next few months, so if April is short, it's because the gift show, production schedule and ttaveling to Chicago and Philly buried me. It's a good bury though. Until then, I leave you with a fond memory of your basic Barry White rap (courtesy of the Grinch): Luv ya, need ya, want ya. Ken. ' 7 9 O m n e s Viri.

The Official Class Column of the New Millennium.

TO: All afloat Units SUBJECT: Official Visit of Rear Admiral Claus 1. An official visit by RADM Santa (NMI) Claus is expected at this headquarters 25 December 1998. The following instractions wUl be in effect and govern the activities of aU personnel during the visit: a. Not a creature wUl stir without official permission. This wUI include indigenous mice. Special stirring permits for necessary administrative actions will be obtained through normal command channels. Mice stirring permits will be obtained through the office of OSURG. Veterinary Services. b. Personnel wiU settie thefr brains for a long winter nap prior to 2200 hours, 24 December 1998. Uniform for the nap will be: Pajamas, cotton, Ught drowsing, with kerchief, general purpose, camouflage; and Cap, camouflage w/ear flaps. Equipment will be drawn from supply prior to 1900 hours. 24 December 1998. c. Personnel will utilize standard ration sugar plums for visions to dance through thefr heads.

This item will be drawn from the servicing dining facihty. d. Stockings, wool, cushion sole, will be hung by the chimney with care. Necessary safety precautions will be taken to avoid fire hazards caused by carelessly hung stcKkings. Unit Safety Officers will submit stocking-hanging plans to this headquarters prior to 0800 hours, 24 December 1998. ATTN: AEAGA-S, for approval. e. At the first sign of clatter from the lawn, aU hands will spring from thefr beds to evaluate noise and cause. Immediate action wiU be taken to open the shutters and throw open the window sashes in a manner compUant with existing protocols. Refer to OPNAVINST. 4522.1.B ODCSOPS Plan (Saint Nick), Reference LO No. 3, paragraph 6c, this headquarters, 2 February 1998, wiU be in effect to faciUtate shutter-tearing and sash-throwing. Division chiefs will famiUarize all personnel with procedures and are responsible for ensuring that no shutters are tom-open nor window-sashes thrown prior to start of official clatter. f. Prior to 2400. 24 December 1998. all personnel wiU be assigned Wondering Eye stations.

After shutters are thrown and sashes are torn, these stations will be manned. g. ODCSLOG will assign one each sleigh, miniature, M-66, and eight (8) deer, rein, tiny, for use of RADM Claus' driver who. in accordance with current directives and other appUcable regulations, must have a valid SF 56 properly annotated by Driver Testing: be authorized rooftop-parking and be able to shout "On Dasher, on Dancer, on Prancer and Vixen, up Comet, up Cupid, on Donner and Blitzen."

2. RADM Claus will enter quarters through standard chinmeys. All units without chimneys will draw Chimney Simulator, M-6, for use during ceremonies. Chimney simulator units wiU be requested on Engineer Job Order Request Form submitted to the Fleet Supply Warehouse prior to 19 December 1998, and issued on DA Form 3161, Request for Issue or Tum-In. 3. Personnel will be rehearsed on shouting "Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night."

This shout will be given on termination of

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Admiral Claus' visit. Uniformity of shouting is tiie responsibility of division chiefs.

Christopher K. Ringle CDR, USN QIC, Special Services For those of us who are in the Reserves or out of the Active Duty side, it's kind of fun to remember the standard jargon and thank the good Lord that we don't have to create new directives! It was a thin mailbag this month. Sort of a slow season and we had the loss to Army to deal with, so I thought you might enjoy the ALL HANDS. It is really hard for me to believe that Christmas has come and gone and it is already 1999.1 know that I am not alone in this, but it seems that it wiU be 2000 tomorrow and no one knows how to slow this ride down. Pretty insane.

I spent the holidays building a set of stairs from my second floor balcony to the ground. A very complicated doggy door, but nice to have.

Rick Edmonson stopped by the office just prior to oitt Christmas party and much to his dismay was put to work vacuuming the floor and helping to hang decorations. Many thanks.

Shipmate! He was a great help and a welcome friend. He just finished building a house in Utah, and I understand that it's pretty incredible.

Ready for all houseguests.

I received a few Christmas cards from Classmates. (Did you remember to put me on the Ust?) Mike Seaward (seawardml@ingalls.com) checked in from Arlington, VA, where he is a Project Engineer in the Planning Yard for Litton, Ingalls ShipbuilcUng. Patti and Bill Killea wrote in from Chatham, NJ. They sent pictures and we certainly have a Bill clone in the group! They just celebrated the birth of their fourth child, Matthew Ryan, who was bom on 17 July. I did report on that earlier but with a few corrections along the way. Here is the straight gouge from the newsletter. They have a second grader, Nathan; a kindergartner, Abby; a three-year-old, Megan; and now the newest, Matthew. Patti is working to keep them all in line while Bill is still at Lehman Brothers and a Naval Reservist. Bill was a part of the clan that visited Dale Lumme for his change of command. A good time for all.

They are doing well and wishing all a happy New Year.

Linda and John Mokodean (mokojv@ispec.com) wrote in from Annandale, VA, where John is working with Information Spectram, Inc. It seems as if the whole 33rd Herd checked in this year. Mary Ann and Pat Lefler wrote in from "Camp Lefler," where an open invitation is always extended. They have quite a clan too, in that they have Emily, who is nine; Matthew, who is six; Joshua, who is four; and Hanna, who will be tuming three in January.

Hard to believe that they have just celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary.

Finally, Laurie and Pete Stanford (one of my USNA roominates) wrote in from their new digs in Crofton, MD, where they are raising Drew (7), Katie (5) and Kyle (3). Once again, we have a daddy look-alike in this crew.

I think I mentioned last time that Mark Marcinkowski is now Mark Rushing (check the last issue or two). He and his politician-elect bride, Barbara, wrote in from sunny Florida.

They have three children, Paul, Kyle and Brent.

Mark has been busy with a five-year project that will provide the FBI with the capability of having a national database for matching fingerprints. He has really enjoyed the project

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and has been racking up the frequent flyer miles, while running to D.C. He is still a driUing Naval Reservist.

Candy and David Priddy sent in a note from the frigid land of Minnesota. They have two children and one happy hound. Laura is in junior high and Dean is moving into the fifth grade.

David is their soccer coach. (I wish any dad luck who coaches his own children. If he doesn't kill them, scream at them, and generally go crazy from the experience, he is a better man than most!) He is still covering a large tertitory and traveling to the hot spots of the world (the Dakotas!).

Steve Honan (SEHonan@aol.com) from "Hard Core 24" chopped me an electronic note from Newport where he and Nancy are busy at the War College: How 'bout cha and Happy New Year! Nancy and I and our three children, Jessica (13), Laura (11) and Stephen (9), are now in Newport at the War CoUege. I recently completed my CO tour with the HS-4 Black Knights out of San Diego.

It was fun being in command with fellow helo bubbas. Bill Personius, Earl Gay, Jeff Miller and Tony Vanaria all at the same time on North Island. I left the squadron in the Gulf after an airborne change of command off ABRAHAM LINCOLN...and ttaded in my HH-60 for a laptop! I look forward to seeing any Classmates who may find themselves coming through Newport.

Joe, your columns are always the best. There's no comparison. Keep your turns up!

Steve "Hodad" Honan My final note of the month came from Mark Bathrick hockeymmm@email.msn.com: Joe, just got back from the Arabian Gulf, where I relinquished command of Swordsmen of VF32, an F-14 squadron deployed aboard ENTERPRISE (CVN-65), aka Mobile Chernobyl. Also aboard the Big E were fellow '80 grads, Mike Reed (CO, VS-22) and Ray Damm (XO, VMFA-312). For my next assignment I screened for command of the Naval Weapons Test Squadron at Point Mugu, CA. I'll initially go in as the Chief Test Pilot beforefleetingup to the CO job, in about 18 months.

Looking forward to working with Andy Barton and Scott Brown, who are both out there as well.

BeatArmy.

Sorry that there isn't a whole lot of other news to print. I'm open to any and all letters, gang, and could use a few new names and info to add to the pot! I know that the web site is outdated at this point, but I'll get to it in the next week or two. Check it out when you get a chance. By the way. Shipmate will no longer publish all of the email lists of the Class, so I'll put them up on the web site to check out. Send me any and all that you have and any corrections. I'll try and keep everything current. It's pretty hectic, but I'll do my best; or no excuse sir!

I hope that all had a great holiday season and that health and happiness are part of your every day! It is a real privilege to hear from Classmates and friends throughout the year and be able to write the column. From the Grace Clan, Have a great 1999, and I hope to hear from one and all Classmates in this New Year. As always, beat army - Joe.

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Pres: Robert D. Ravener, Jr. 164 Florida Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877 h: 203-438-0867; w: 914-767-6127 e: THERAV5@A0L.COM Sec'y; Dave Ciccarelli 608 Pab-ice Dr. SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 h: 703-779-7459; w: 703-416-1834 e: chicsan@aol.com Heard you missed me, I'm back. Yes, friends and neighbors, I'm back. Trailing clouds of glory.

Safe...and sound...and hungry for news, so let's eat!

First, an appetizer from Dave Phillips (chpnshr@aol.com): Just a short note on the latest, since joining CivLant. I became an official "blue card" holding member of the retired reserve as of 1 October '98. We, Sheryl, Christine (5) and I, have relocated to Florida's First Coast and are enjoying the gorgeous weather here in Jacksonville. I accepted a position with Merrill Lynch as a financial consultant in their downtown office. Lots of former Navy types around so I can still speak "Navy-ese." I passed my Series 7 and 66 exams with flying colors and start working with clients in January. Guess I must have leamed something about studying in four years at the Boat School.

We settled in a community called Eagle Harbor.

Our house is on the first fairway, not that I have much time to play golf. It's a great community with lots of activities for kids and adults alike.

Sheryl is very busy getting the new home in order, playing lots of tennis and leaming to play golf.

She's already beating me in tennis and should surpass me shortly on the golf course as well. Christine is becoming quite the tennis player as well.

She has a wicked forehand, but needs a Uttie work with the backhand. Won't be long before she's beating me, too. There's an open invitation to anyone whofindthemselves in the Jacksonville area.

We have plenty of room, just drop us a note and let us know when you'll be in town. Hope everyone is having a great holiday season. Let's all say a quick prayer for our Classmates who are once again in harms way in the Persian Gulf.

Next, Middle Eastem food from Mark Schwan: r m now stationed in the UAE where I' m working out of the U.S. Liaison Office at the American Embassy. We do a lot of Uaising with the UAE military and facilitating mil-mil relationships between the U.S./UAE in addition to working the foreign military sales program. I live in Abu Dhabi, where life is probably the best that it can be in the Middle East. I am on a two-year tour and rotate in the summer of 2000.

The meat of the Gary Slyman holiday feast: Back from Aviano last March. I selected for CO VMAQ-4. Change of Command will be around May '99. Scoop is in 9th grade and Lindsey is in 7th. Michelle is a school nurse at Havelock Elementary. We're at: 33 Buchanan Drive, Havelock, NC 28532; 252-444-1027; slyman@coastalnet.com.

Almost Cajun food, Steve Metz: I have orders to report to SupShip Pascagoula as Aegis Area Commander/Program Managers Rep (PMR) for the DDG-51 Program. I get to deliver the newest baddest boys to the Navy. I report in July '99. I was there last month (November '98) and rode InSurv trials in PORTER, where Ken Spiro is PCO. He gets the ship on 12 January '99. Also talk frequently with Dan McElroy who is flying for ASA. Ted Wirginis retired on 1 October '98 and is still in the NORVA area. Email: ballgame@prodigy.net andmetzs@ raailhost.ftscpac.navy.mil.

From a brass and glass, suburban watering hole. Bill Rearick (rearick@exis.net) writes: Since I've finally made contact after many years and numerous pleas, let me fill you in on what I've been up to. A year after graduation.

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foUowing nuke school in Orlando, I married the former Lisa Romero, sister of Tony Romero, 4th Company. I did prototype in NEW YORK, JO tour on JAMES MONROE, shore tour as SubLant Watch Officer, Nav/Ops on SCRANTON. I left SCRAVTON and active duty, but stayed in the Reserves at Special Ops Command Atiantic. It was a lot of fun dealing with the spec ops world and I got to do some very interesting things. Transferred to SubLant BG Staff and have done ATs in Naples and JOHN C . STENNIS (a littie roomier than what I was used to). On the civilian side, wanting to stay in the Norfolk area proved challenging. A lot of contractors offering positions with vice president in the titie, but paying a captain's salary (to make up what went away when people retfred). However, if you didn't retfre and don't have that pay coming in, it's hard to live on. I ended up going into the service industry, specifically restaurants.

After cutting my teeth in fast food and proving ex-military could conttol a profit line, I moved up to full service and spent between one and two years each with Chi Chi's and Applebee's. I was then lured away with the offer of my own store and for the past 13 months I have been general manager of Cheers restaurant in Chesapeake. It is a lot of fun and I get to work with the young people in die community and provide an example/ guidance that some are sorely lacking. I have a great staff and we have been posting double-cUgit gains over the last year for the past two months.

Any Classmates in the area or passing through are welcome anytime. First drink is on the house!

Still at a H a w a i i a n luau, V i n c e H a r t m a n n : On 16 May '98,1 married my bride, the former Vicki Lynn, in Dallas, TX. We met in Febraary '97. She is an independent Corporate FUght Attendant. I'll rotate from my current position this summer and hope to retum to the mainland (E or SE, preferably). Currently working with the detailer on my next assignment. Keep charging and Happy HoUdays. CDR Vince Hartmann, Facilities Engineering Officer, FMFPac, Camp Smith, HI 96861-4112, ATTN: G-8; h: 1212 Nuuanu Avenue #1112, Honolulu. HI 96817; w: 808-477-8475; w: 808-531-3133; harttnannvt@ mfp.usmc.mil.

M e a t and p o t a t o e s from the galley. C h i p Miller: Greetings from DWIGHT D . EISENHOWER, somewhere in the Atiantic. It's Army/Navy Saturday and, as I write this, we are waiting for the game to begin. The mighty IKE ('8Iers included) is completing a very busy deployment where we "showed our muscle" in Kosovo and started jet engines with "bombs-a-loaded" in Iraq. Quite interesting, definitely challenging, and, most importantly, still rewarding. We're scheduled to return to Norfolk on 10 December (five days away), not that we're anxious, mind you. We were lucky to have five of us on the craise. It's still amazing to me how sttong our Academy bond really is. We reUed on each other (read: cooperate to graduate), shared lessons learaed (read: Uve by the gouge, die by the gouge), and continued our personal friendships (read: partied a lot).

Those aboard included Don " D T ' Marrin, C4I Officer, CraDesGra 8, Ed "Junior" Turner, XO VS-30, Dave "Woody" Woods, CO VAQ-132, Chip "Bullet" Miller, CO VFA-34, and M a r k " S h a r k " C a n t r e l l , CO VAW-125. Go Navy. ..Beat Army!

DJ, Junior, Woody, Bullet, and Shark

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S a m e s p a c e , different CV. R o n S a n d o v a l u p d a t e s from VINSON; We're having a great time out here. We just left Hong Kong and are inbound to Singapore on our westbound journey (currently in the Gulf).

In case you (Udn't know, we have three '81 COs aboard in CVW-11. John ' T I a m e r " McCandUsh has VFA-97, Kevin O'Flaherty has VFA-94, and 1 have HS-6. We also have M a r k " S h a k e r " Adamshick as XO of VF-213 who will be CO later in the c r u i s e . Email w: r s a n d o v a @ vinson.navy.mil; h: rbsandoval@worldnet.att.net.

M o r e m a i n c o u r s e from R o b W i n s o r (rwwagain@email.msn.com): I'm finishing up what will be a 31-month tour on the Joint Staff in J-5/Russia, Ukraine, Eurasia Division, where I'm the Centtal Asia Desk Officer Angle and I live in North Arlington, VA, with our two children, Gwen (12), and Tyler (10).

In March '99, I start the PCO ttaining pipeline and am scheduled to take command of RUSSELL out of Pearl Harbor around December '99. As it happens, Mike Olmstead works in the office next to mine. He's at work: michael.olmstead@ js.pentagon.mil; h: molmstead@erols.com.

C a l i f o m i a cuisine. M i k e S h i e l d s (mike_mksco@ibm.net) sends: I took the 15-year retirement special and work as a self-employed consultant doing electrical engineering and DSP programming. Right now, my biggest customer is the Advance Maritime Projects Office in Jax. I am working on a project with several professors and students at NPGS. I live in Salinas, CA, with my wife, Cindy, and two daughters, Amanda and Sarah.

S t o p the m e a l ! K e v i n Taylor (cheng@tmman.navy.mil, 757-444-9167), C h e n g , e m a i l s from T R I M A N ( H e ' s the Chief E n g i n e e r , b o y s and girls, it's trae!); We are resting at anchor in St. Thomas and I am recovering from a long night of partying with none other than G r e g " N o s e " Nosal, Tom " G u r n s " Gurney, and the Marauders of VFA82 (Nose is CO, Gums is XO). Fighter pilots. No kidding, the hotel finally shut down thefr party by tuming off the power to thefr villa at 5:00 a.m. this moming (I left at 3:30 a.m.). Nothing more

need be said. BTW, would love to hear from any of my old buds who may be reading this.

A b o u t the p h o t o . G u m s a d d s ; L o c a t i o n is t h e flight d e c k o n HARRY S . TRUMAN s h a k e d o w n c m i s e . T h e counterfeit ' 8 1 flag w a s s e w n from " s u r p l u s " U . S . N a v y flight d e c k j e r s e y s b y VFA8 2 ' s s e n i o r p a r a c h u t e rigger (since t h e " r e a l " one w a s in A n t a r c t i c a ) . O n b o a r d w e r e the a f o r e m e n tioned, p l u s C o r k y V a z q u e z , C O H S - 1 1 . N o t e the c o o l , m o n o g r a m m e d a/c.

T i m e t o dig in a g a i n . T h i s time, B r e t t P e l o q u i n ( b a p e l o q u i n @ a l . c o m ; h: 3 6 0 - 4 7 8 2 6 7 5 ; w: 2 0 6 - 3 5 8 - 3 9 0 8 ) serves up a side dish from tiie P a c N W : Things are going OK for me. I've been working at Seafirst Bank for the last three and a half years after getting RIFed from my Pentagon Beltway Bandit job (SCOOP-Submarine Continuity of Operations) with Systems Planning and Analysis. Seafirst is part of Bank of America, now part of tiie huge (180,000 sttong) new Bank of America (merger of NationsBank and Bank of America). Don't know which way the wind will blow for me on this. Living in Bremerton, WA. Took early retirement from Reserves and enjoying not having to do the weekend warrior thing although the last three years in MIUW was great.

Got trips to Korea, Alaska, and Kuwait out of the deal.

S e a f o o d ! L i n d a F i t z g e r a l d sends; Enclosed please find a picture of my husband, Tom " T a r z a n " Carlson at his Change of Command ceremony for SEAL Team One last July. I noticed in the October Shipmate that Otto Stutz wrote about the CoC and stated, "I can understand why his picture has been omitted." I beg to differ, but then Otto and I differ on a lot of things and have had many stimulating discussions/arguments in the five years since I met Tom and was inttoduced to Otto and his lovely (and talented) wife, Pam. Despite our differences, Tom and I are godparents to thefr son, Jimmie, and hope to be stationed with them again. Anyway, if space permits, please publish this photo as I am increcUbly proud of his accompUshments as is the rest of his family (Photo, up!).

Tex Taylor, Corky Vazquez, Nose Nosal, and Guras Guraey show the flag

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Das spreadsheet. By now, you may have heard of or come face-to-face with "The Spreadsheet."

It's a littie something Excel and I put togetherâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; a resource for finding folks, '81 folks that is. I emailed it to all known '81 email addresses and got great response, but it reached a minority portion of the Class. Let's make it a majority. If you're on-line, email me and I'll email it to you.

If you're not, write/call me and I'll mail/fax you a hard copy. Once you get it, update your info then update such dated data that catches your eyes. Then get it back to me so I can update the master file and all will be right with our worlds.

I await your responses with great eagemess.

Later, Chic.

82 Tarzan takes command of SEAL TEAM ONE A quick dessert. Came across a photo of Brooks Berg and family.

Brooks, Linda, Carter and Ancfrew Smorgasbord. Finally, from Homecoming '98, Class Meeting attendees (I'm the one with the big smile). The picture was taken at Alumni Hall, which, if you haven't seen it, is quite impressive.

Table scraps. Class project ideas! We need them! Mental block? Imagine this. You're a 154year old, granite and brick, copper-topped institution of higher leaming and font of Navy tradition. Someone walks up to you and says, "I'll buy you anything you want. Just keep it around $150K, give or take $100K." What would you ask for? Hmmmm...

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Pres; Maj T. Gordon Thomson, USAFR e; tgthomson@compuserve.com; h: 804-360-8448 Vice President: Matt Moury e: MATTHEWM@DNSFB.GOV; h:410-263-7640 Treasurer: CDR Terry Benedict e: SP273@SPHQ.SSRNAVY.MIL h: 703-913-7183; w: 703-607-1036 Business Sec'y: Dan Proulx e; proulx@nadn.navy.mil@; h:410-280-5282 w: 410-293-6884 Corres. Sec'y: LCDR Greg Eisman 2721 Buckhom Oaks Drive Valrico, FL 33594-4202 e: Eisman82@aol.com; h; 813-655-9141 Hello, '82! I received a few inputs for this month's column, but before I get to those, let me comment briefly on my "not so brilliant" forecast of the Army-Navy game 'I was close, right? I, like most of you, fell off the couch as I saw yet another one slip away. Well, there's always next year.'

Now on to the mail. Dan Lee emailed me to say that he is doing well. A brief description of his past few years: he flew A-7Es out of Lemoore and off ENTERPRISE, then on to Monterey for an aerospace degree. He transitioned to the F/A-18 followed by two years at China Lake as the Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW) project pilot, then completed Test Pilot School at PAX (class 109), and was sent back to China Lake as the lead test pilot and deputy project direct for JSOW. He is now back at PAX serving as a Deputy Program Manager in the F/ A-18 Program Office. His email at work is

leedmjfk@navair.navy.mil and at home it's lipper@us.hsanet.net. He has been married to Peggy for 15 years, and they have a 12 year old girl, Monika, and a ten year-old son, Bryant.

Herbie Hendrickson, from 1st Company, emailed me and brought me up to speed on his whereabouts. After flying S-3s for seven years, he joined Delta Airlines in 1991, and is curtently flying L-101 Is out of Atianta. He and his wife, Marie, just celebrated their 15th Anniversary, and live in Woodstock, GA. Their six children range in age from 14 months to nine years old.

Homeschooling this gang keeps them quite busy, but they say it's great fun! Anyone wishing to contact him can do so at herbnmarie@aol.com.

Eddie Meyers gives us the following: He and his wife, Jan, live in Atlanta, where Eddie works for Mercantile Bank. He is the Vice President and Regional Marketing Officer. The Meyers have three girls: Erica (15 and driving), Elana (14) and Elise (11). They are all good students (4.0) unlike their father (Eddie said that, not me!) and they play Softball, basketball and mn track for the local high school.

Kip Davis checked in and provided his latest life summary: He is stationed in New Orleans for the last two years at the Navy Air Logistics Office and flying C-12's at the Joint Air Reserve Base at Belle Chaise. He's been working on a Ph.D in physics. He retired as of 1 October '98.

He's in school full time at Tulane University doing research and finishing up his course work for the degree. His wife, Maria Ida, and he have two great girls, Michelle (6) and Carolynn (4).

Kip saw "John" Wilson, otherwise known as Joe Wilson (3rd Co.) who was looking for George Bonsall.

Finally, Pete Sauve wrote in to pass along a song he penned a while back: A Class of '82 song sung to the tune of "Anchor's Aweigh:" Here goes: Hailing from Annapolis Men and women, too.

We graduated best In nineteen eighty- two-o-o-o!

Duty both near and far Navy and Corps Serving our countr'y with pride On ships and aircraft, subs and even more.

From oceans' depths we dive Climb up to the sun Our Class has shown our strength We know we're number o-o-o-one!

Sailing the vast blue seas Crossing on land Honor, we value most while united we, united we stand.

Any song producers out there can give Pete a call. Pete and his wife, Ann, have two children: Jack (11) and Alyce (6). They are all headed to Japan next were he'll be at U.S. Forces Japan on the J6 staff.

That's all I've got for this issue. Keep in touch, '82! Greg

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Pres: LCDR James H. Flatley, IV, USN 8506 Crowley Place, Alexandria, VA 22308-1822 e; CGFLATS@aol.com Sec'y; LCDR Richard L. Woodford, Jr., USNR 4801 Kenmore Ave #711, Alexandria, VA 22304-1111 h: 703-567-9042; w: 703-756-6250 e: Richard_Woodford@mspb.gov or Richard.Woodford@juno.com (for text only, no attachments) http://class-act-usna83.org Greetings from every comer of our world, from the depths below the polar ice caps to the lofty domain of space. Ponder how we span the globe, ply its oceans, command the high ground, dominate the board rooms, and generally mn the show. Occasionally, our kids even let us win a Nintendo game. We're doing okay, for a Class Act. Welcome aboard, '83, once again, to all the news fit to print and some just for the fun of it.

Classmates, how did you all fare during the Storm of Impeachment '98? Were you too busy Furby shopping? Indifferent, jaded, or blithely sailing on without a care in the world? Or were you glued to C-Span and CNN for every twitch of the furtowed Congressional brows? I managed to attend part of the Judiciary Committee hearings and watched the Floor debate. That was an education. Remember Bismarck's observation that one should not watch either laws or sausages being made? Nevertheless, if you're going to be in D.C. sometime, definitely make time to stop by the sausage factory.

While transiting the Straights of the Holidays, I snared the electronic mail buoy for a few choice words from Henry Clayton Smith, Joe W. Rixey, Bill Wllllston and Dave Kelley.

Hank Smith checked in from the sandy shores of Virginia Beach; Dear Shipmate, just wanted to update everyone on the happenings with the Smith family. I just got promoted in September and I am currently assigned to United States Atiantic Command (USACom) knocking out that joint requirement. After a year here, I can trathfully say that there are some quality people in all the services.

Dave Gwilliam (J5), Pete Morrison (NRO), and Ken Enriquez (J7) are also assigned to USACom. Mark Gorenflo and Todd Hauge are at SubLant, I see them in the halls every once in awhile. I also heard from Cathy Webster that Darwin Webster (33rd) took comraand of a reserve unit in Maine.

On the home front, the Smith boys, Dan (12) and Matt (9) are doing well in school and enjoying Virginia Beach. Dan is ranning cross country for the first time this year and will play basketball this winter Matt plays soccer and will also start his second season of basketball. The NBA may be on strike, but watching nine-year-olds on the court is a whole lot raore fun. Matt is also in the art club, student government and the school choir Mary Ann is working at a pre-school as a teacher's aide and full-time as a taxi driver for all the kid's activities. I have one year to go in my joint assignment before I start the PCO pipeline to precom LASSEN. Since I will be first CO, I have the honor of starting every program onboard and testing every system to ensure all contractor specifications are met. My email address is: mahsmith@juno.com for anyone passing through on their way somewhere. If anyone knows the whereabouts of Tom Woodford tell him to drop me a line. See ya!

Thanks for the update, Henry.

Dave Kelley sent me an "over the shoulder shot" as he was bound for an Air Italia flight to his next duty station at Aviano, Italy. Dave writes;

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I have seen Maj Dan (Bulldog) Krall, my rooramate, many times. He is currently a Marine CH53 pilot stationed at the new MCAS Miramar, CA. CDR (select, not sure if he pinned it on yet) Bob (Big Bo) Gilbeau, Supply Coips, USN, was stationed on a ship in San Diego a few years ago, but may have moved since then. He and Janine have two daughters. (I didn't check their birthdates and compare them to our graduation date, but 1 should have!)

Eric Reuter (a.k.a. The Root Boy) is in San Diego working for a private consUoiction contractor CDR (Select) Cindy Killmeyer-Ebert was with me at the CEC Commander refresher class a few months ago. She is stationed at Quantico, VA. CDR (Select) Paul Scares, CEC, now stationed in Guantanmo Bay, Cuba, CDR (Select) Mike Bowers, Steve Wirsching (now at the detail shop) and Tom Nicolas were also in attendance. As for myself, I am completing a tour as XO of Naval Mobile Constraction Battalion Four and I'll be sure to send a photo of the slopes and bunnies from Aviano when I get there!

Joe Rixey is at NavAir at Pax River, MD. Joe pointed out that his middle name is the same as my last nameâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;something for the next edition of the Class Act '83 Trivial Pursuit card deck.

Bill Williston, a Crystal City denizen, told me that he packed up the kids and took them to Alumni Hall to watch the Navy/Aubum basketball game. Bill reports that although Navy lost, "at least half the family was happy" because his wife. Faith, is an Auburn alum. While the NBA guys are on permanent vacation. Navy is a hot ticket in the D.C. metro area.

A few duty weekends ago, I saw Jerry McGill. He is the Director of Business Development for HolUngshead International, Inc., a systems group of Decrane Aircraft Holdings, Inc. Jerry logs quite a few frequent flyer miles between his home in Texas and the reserve drill site in D.C. Mike Hinton sent this in for those of you looking for either a '83 Class ring replacement or a new miniature Class ring; if there's a "LGB" on the inside of your ring, call Balfour, they did our rings and can send out miniature and repair information. Turnaround time on repairs is about two weeks. The representative's name is Skip Wittich, he's at; 410-321-4433. They are also on the Web at: www.balfour.com, 800-542-8648.

Mike, thanks for the "ball and chain" info.

Here is this month's list of people I need to hear from; what are these people doing: Ari Bai, Bob Baldocchi, Chris Baniewicz, Susan (Koye) Bawduniak, Mike Beall, Cheryl Beck and Mike Boehle? Where are George Miksch (Ta ha da da da), Matt Tammen, Gene Kessler, Mike Resnick and Steve Wickerson? I recentiy attended a USNA Alumni Association candidates luncheon and had the pleasure of meeting Frank Koye '82, Susan (Koye) Bawduniak's brother From the desk of John Scanlon: A few new pictures from Homecoming weekend. The first shot was taken at an unspecified "safe house" near the docks of Annapolis. 23rd Company may have had the best turnout of any Company in the Class, as evidenced by this picture. The other shots were taken at the Mother of All Tailgaters. That John is a sly one. He asked me to pick out a few shots to publish so long as he was not in too many of the pictures, however, he's in all the pictures. That's okay, it was his camera and as I promised last month, if you send it, I will use it. Thanks, Ping, for the memories.

Randy Wood, John Scanlon, Phil Raimundo

2nd Company Reunion, Bahamas July 1998.1 to r: Mike Simmons, Walt Molano, Al Silver, Mike Quinlan, Eric Yotz, Rob Piroumian, Ben Espe, John Hults, John Croce, Tim Heradon and Mike Vermillion

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Thought for this month, from the desk of Nathaniel R WiUis (1817-1867); Let us weep in our darkness, but weep not for him!

Not for him who, departing, leaves millions in tears!

Not for him who has died full of honor and years!

Not for him who ascended Fame's ladder so high From the round at the top he has stepped to the sky.

The Death of Harrison.

See you next month, same Batt Time, same Batt Channel. ' 8 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A Class Act.

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Pres: LCDR Steven G. Young, USNR c/o Legg Mason, 600 Washington Avenue Towson, MD 21204; w: 800-368-2558 e; SYoung@LeggMason.com Sec'y: LCDR Toni Kasprzak, SC, USN 8607 Mount Vemon Highway Alexandria, VA 22309 h: 703-799-0832; w; 703-614-0391 f: 703-693-2551; e: kasprzak.toni@hq.navy.mil CompuServe: 73121.2252@compuserve.com '84 Website; www.digitalwares.com/usna84

"Ping" with Mike Worley, Mark Ploof, Scott Sundt, third row: Mark Watson, Tom Spriesterbach, Mike Si\va, fourth row: Rich Hans, Kurt Kammerer

The 23rd Herd: Rich Hans, John, Bill Stacia, Bobby CorroUa. and Mike Silva

John, Bobby Corrolla, Tim Bonnet

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Semper Fi trio: Tim Shindelar, JS, and Rich Schott

Dear Classmates, Larry Marshall (marshall.larry@hq.navy.mil) has graciously offered to create an '84 email directory. Anyone wanting to be listed should send an email to him your name. Company number (USNA), and email address. He will organize by Company number, and place each name in alphabetical order. Larry may be reached at: 703-601-1421.

From The Press Release Office Len Hamilton (HamiltonLJ@navair.navy.inil) sent me a news release. He works at NavAir in Patuxent River, MD, working on Tomahawk.

Len, of 35th Company, has responded to the call of duty of the highest kind by volunteering to ran a marathon to raise money for the Arthritis Foundation. He will be running in the London Marathon in April 1999, in honor of his 37 yearold sister-in-law, who was recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Sponsored by the Maryland Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, he must complete a 20-week training program, finish the 26.2 mile race and collect at least $3,400 in donations. The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to fund research for the prevention, treatment and cure of arthritis and to provide patient services. Over 43 million Americans (1 in 6 of us) are afflicted by this painful condition. Two thirds of those affected are women. Even children are not immune to this disease. According to the Foundation, there are over 285,000 children curtently diagnosed with arthritis. For Hamilton, this became a reality when his sister-in-law, Dorothy Guy, was diagnosed with the affliction. Over the past ten years, she had been a great aid to Len and his wife as they helped their oldest son successfully fight brain cancer When the Navy called him away, Dorothy was always there during the numerous hospital visits to support his wife and son. Len felt like this was a perfect way to do something for Dorothy in retum. He hopes that his contribution will benefit her and the milUons of people suffering from arthritis today.

If you would like to help Len Hamilton reach his goal for this worthy cause, you can mail him a check payable to "The Arthritis Foundation."

His maiUng address is: 23125 Alder Lane,

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California, MD 20619. No amount is too small to make a difference and all donations are tax deductible.

Best of luck, Len, in attaining your worthwhile goal!

From The Information Autobahn Jon Rees (jrees@bellsouth.net) writes that he and wife, Kelley, live in JacksonvUle, FL. Jon is a plant manager with a packaging company (folding cartons) called Malnove. He is responsible for approximately 250 employees, the profit and loss of the company, sales, customer service, production control and manufacturing.

Kelley curtentiy sings in has a band. You can see her group "Diggin' in Dreamland" at http:// www.cUgginincfreamland.com. Kelley's band sings at aU of the NFL Jaguar pregame shows at the statUum. The Rees's two chilcfren, Rachele Taylor (5) and Jon David "JD" Rhodes (3) are growing very fast. The Rees's extend an invitation to anyone passing through to please call and stop by!

Next up is another "Club 34" member, LCDR Kevin A. Hays (kashays@nadn.navy.inil) who writes that he is currentiy teaching Oceanography at USNA and moved into the Perry Cfrcle apartments. His office number is 410-293-6556 or DSN 281-6556. Kevin passed on that he is in contact with Jay Graves, who is out of the Marine Corps and is working as a constmction contractor in Cafro, Egypt. His email adcfress is Jgraves698@aol.com. Mabela and Al Abramson are now in Hawaii. They have two chilcfren, son, Johnny, and daughter, Christina. Al is the Executive Officer of HOPPER and absolutely loves the ship.

FeUow '84 swimmer, Adrian Vagnoni (Acirian.Vagnoni@keUogg.com) also chopped me a Une. Since leaving the Navy in 1990 (following a SWO stint on SPRUANCE (DD-963) out of Mayport) he has been working for Jefferson Smurfit Corporation in Solon, OH, which is a suburb of Cleveland. The division of Jefferson Smurfit Adrian works for manufactures folcUng cartons (cereal cartons). He has held various positions in the Solon plant from production engineer to graphics manager to plant scheduler to department manager to new business manager During this period, he was awarded his MBA from Kent State University and married Patty in 1994. At the beginiung of this year, Smurfit received a large, multi-year contract for cereal cartons from Kellogg. As part of the contract, Kellogg asked for an in-house project manager to handle issues regarding graphics, logistics, carton design, technical issues, etc. Since Adrian had worked with Kellogg in the past on various projects, they asked if he could fill the position.

After much consideration, the Vagnonis decided to accept the position and transfer to the Battle Creek-Kalamazoo area. After commuting to Battle Creek each week for four months, they moved again in mid-November (and are still unpacking boxes). They were fortunate to find a nice house on a lake in Kalamazoo. The Vagnonis may be reached at: 5251 Hickory Hill Lane, Kalamazoo, Ml 49009 or 616-353-0345.

They welcome hearing from Classmates.

Next up, is Joseph Doyle (jdoyle@brairdab. com)! After serving on FLYING FISH ( S S N - 6 7 3 )

Joe went to grad school for an MBA and ended up in Silicon Valley doing marketing for a medical company. He moved to Switzerland three years ago to and now lives in Munich working for a small medical startup company as Vice President. It's a great city to live in, especially if you like beer, and its a great central

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Tailgating with the Dunns location for exploring Europe. Joe would love to hear from Classmates passing through. His phone and fax numbers are tele: 49-89-991568-0 and fax: 49-89-991568-33.

From The Fall Tailgaters Here are some photos from last fall: Linda Schumacher Eriksen, Eric Dunn with his wife and someone holtUng a child at one of the tailgaters. Next is Jim Vautier, Mike Nichols and son, and Susan (Borden) Davis. Finally, Linda (Schumacher) Eriksen with Sue Davis.

Sue and Linda Lost Classmate Of The Month: Brent Jenkins!

Joe Doyle wants this month's nominee to contact him. No other information is available. Help!

Family of the Month-The Jim Schoefield Family Jim Schoefield was also spotted this fall with wife, Ramona, and children, Connor and Teresa.

They live in Amold, MD. Jim is a Civil Engineer Corps lieutenant commander, working at the Washington Navy Yard with the Ocean Constmction Division at NavFac.

The Jim Schoefield Family And Now, A Word From Our Class Officers!

From The Treasurer: Andy Laing (AGL21@aol.com or 1-800-766-2240) emailed me to pass on that ottt 15 Year Reunion is scheduled for the weekend of 18 September '99.

This will be the first home game of the season.

Navy's opponent will be Boston College. This weekend was chosen for several reasons. First, the official "Homecoming game" is scheduled for 23 October, which coincides with the AnnapoUs Boat Show. The city will be very crowded with tourists that weekend, which allows the hotels to charge about $35/night more per room. In adcUtion, the weather in Annapolis is usually very nice in mid-September (The sun won't set until after 7 p.m.) This will also be "First Class Parent's Weekend," so the Mids should put on a good show.

Our Class has 150 rooms reserved at the Wyndham Garden Hotel for 17 and 18 September The guest rates are $139/single and $149/ double. (For single night stays, add $10) The hotel is next to the Annapolis Mall and is surrounded by several restaurants. For reservations please make them through the hotel at 1800-WYNDHAM. From The Vice President: Mike Nichols (71714.666@compuserve.com) has graciously offered to be the Homecoming Coordinator He may be reached at home 937- 433-8143 or voice pager 1-800-945-4882. Thanks, Mike!

From The President: Steve Young (Syoung@leggmason.com) wanted to let everyone know that Class elections will be held during the summer of 1999. Anyone interested in mnning for office must inform Toni Kasprzak in writing (email) of your intentions. Included should be a brief comment on your platform and how you would serve our Class in the position you are seeking. Deadline is 30 April 1999.

Keep the information (and photos) coining!

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Pres: Joel Hanson e: hansonjr@erols.com Sec'y: Mike Casey 10201 Lee Highway, Suite 300; Fairfax, VA 22030 w: 703-691-7768; e; news@usna85.org www.usna85.org "Beware the Ides of March."—William Shakespeare. For you quotation addicts, this is a lame replacement for my wife Kel's original suggestion from famed poet, E.E. Cummings. I cUdn't think the Class was ready for an ode to spring that contains the words "mud-luscious" and "puddle-wonderful."

March Madness: Will Prozac Help?

Hello again. This month's input is slight, but (as ever) important, so read on. I'll be gentle with you.

Most of my input for this month came from my tried-and-trae "website security" gambit. For those of you who haven't fallen prey to this one yet, here's how it works. A Classmate innocentiy surfs the web and comes across our website.

Stumped by the security protocols, which require remembering some trivia about our years at USNA, he/she itmocentiy sends me an email.

Bam. In Intemet parlance, I've just forced someone to "de-lurk," or make him/herself known. In my response, I ask a few innocent questions, Uke "Hey, Fred, what've you been up to?" or "I notice your email adcfress is at xyz.com. What do they do?", and next thing you know, I have news.

Our fttst de-lurker this month is William 'Titz" Fitzgerald. Fitz wrote in to say he's a P-3 pilot, by trade, doing his "first (and hopefully last) necessary evil here at the Pentagon." Fitz is looping as the Deputy Executive Assistant to the Director, Afr Warfare (N88) RADM Nathman.

This is after finishing up his department head tour in VP-47 in Barbers Point, HI. Like most of the active duty folks in our Class, he's looking at 0-5 next year; then he hopes he'll screen for command. Fitz and his wife, Ann, have four wonderful boys Connor (11), Ryan (7.5), Evan (5.5) and Casey (3). (Sec'y: Hey—cool name.)

Our next de-lurk is from Steve Chambers.

Okay, so he's not really de-lurking, since he's been mentioned in these pages before; but I'm working with a theme here, okay? Steve wrote in to say that Victualic Company (official motto: "We Are Not Addicted to Victuals") sent him to San Diego, CA. Same company, but different job. Steve is now marketing to industrial entities such as chemical plants, food plants and semiconductor facilities. Marketing what, I don't know.

Our next letter is from Andy Lawrence. Andy de-lurked to say he's working on building his third company, and that "unfortunately my memory fails me and I don't remember the answer to either question. Can you please help me out?" Heh heh heh... Well, after helping Andy out, I sent him the usual intrasive response, but haven't heard back yet. You out there, Andy? What are all your companies doing?

Kevin Best was our next de-lurker. After leaving the Marine Corps in 1992, Kevin went to graduate school at George Washington University, graduating with honors in 1993.

(Kevin's degree was an "MPA," which I'm sure is not a degree in Main Propulsion Assistant.)

Kevin now works for Maryland's Association of

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Cities and Towns as a manager in Annapolis.

Kevin lives with his wife in Sevema Park, but isn't done with school; he's curtentiy applying to law schools after taking the LSAT during the winter.

Bruce Kennington didn't de-lurk as much as "mailbomb" me. That is, deluge Your Tireless Secretary with helpful emails on his status.

Bruce is still working as an environmental engineer with the same company, de maximis, inc., (an environmental project management firm), and presently lives with wife, Julie, in the Chicago area. Bruce has been in touch with Kelly and Mark Andreas (curtently in Annapolis), as well as with Erin and Rich Brown (in Norfolk), who sent along additional news. According to Rich, Mark Weber just transferted to BELLEAU WOOD as Ops Boss (a post-XO job). BELLEAU WOOD is homeported in

Japan so he's out of touch for a while. Mike Taylor relieved Mark as XO in OAK HILL, SO Mike is in Norfolk for a while (OAK HILL is homeported in Littie Creek). Rich told Brace (who then told me, etc.), "I don't think Jeff Henson is in town any longer...! lost track of him."

Well, your Faithfiil Class Secretary has a word to put in here. Another dad at my son's wrestling practice is a JAG officer who knows Jeff Henson and tells me that Jeff is down in North Carolina, as far as he knows. Jeff is doing some kind of highly lucrative business law down there. Not sure of the town, though. Do you see how endless this job is? I'm grilling dads at wrestling practice just to bring you the news. Woodward and Bemstein should've had this kind of raw joumalistic power.

Rich's brother-in-law, Dan Derbes, also made it into Rich's email to Bruce, to me, to you. Dan, you may recall, is PCO of PCU SHRIKE ( M H C -

61). Curtently in Savannah, SHRIKE will eventually be homeported in Ingleside, TX. At Christmas, the Derbes family got together in Baton Rouge, and invited Julie and Steve Genu down. Steve and Julie had a great time as did all the Derbes clan.

Larry Henigan de-lurked to ask about the website's usemame and password, and so I snared him. Larry's a manufacturing leader for W.L. Gore and Associates, the company that makes Goretex. Larry's outfit makes parts for industrial products like cell phones, radios, medical devices, cars, etc. He works with graduates from '74 and '92. This is his third job after the Corps, and he's really happy with it.

Larry's wife, Karin, works for a nonprofit organization that raises money for mentally retarded children. She is also the paid administrator for a local youth sports association. As Larry says, "She figured she would be at the fields anyway, she might as well get paid for it!"

Both 11 year old son. Matt, and seven-year-old daughter, Seana, play soccer and baseball in the league that Karin works for Larry also asked if I've heard from Tim Olson (Sec'y: I haven't).

Last Larry heard, Tim was in Washington State with his wife and newbom.

Finally, I snagged Thorn Parham with the "Edney/Butler" website gambit. I have fond memories of long, fascinating meetings with Thom when he was The Log's editor and I was Salty Sam. Thom would patiently explain things to me, like why using "OF Stinky Head" as a company officer's nickname wasn't in The Log's best interests, or that it was necessary to use actual news (I had the unfortunate habit of making things up when news was slow, a habit I've grown out of, I swear).

Anyway, Thom wrote in with some news about the Wacky World of Hollywood. It tums out that he's full-time on JAG, where you may recall they ran a submarine episode last month.

Well, Thom tells me that ADM Konetzni's staff at ComSubPac provided some technical backup for that episode. (Sec'y: I offered some more technical advice, but apparently these Hollywood guys don't want to know what really goes on in a submarine's maneuvering room while underway.

Thom said something about an organization called "Standards and Practices," whatever that means.) Thom also asked if Phil George has been in touch (Sec'y: and he hasn't, as I recall); it seems that Phil was one of the first people Thom met at the Boat School, on Orientation Day, in fact.

Well, that's it for this month. Next month, spring will have sprang. Or something. Please keep in touch; I'm not telling anyone how to get into the website until you send me an email...Take care, Mike

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Pres: Fran Fitzpatrick Sec'y: LT Tun Wolf, USNR RO. Box 87, AnnapoUs, MD 21404 h: 703-271-0907; e: Shipmate87@aol.com http;//usna87.com Washington, D.C.—Hey folks, I hope you are all doing well. Without going into detail, I would like to thank everyone who enjoyed and/or weathered the email events in December I would just reiterate that when Ralph or I send an email to "everyone," you can bet that it's for a good reason. If someone in the Class sends a broadcast email and you're not happy about it, you should address the issue with that person and/or me only.

Email is a great form of communication that allows us to get the word out quickly and effectively. I don't want to abuse your trast, and frankly no one else should abuse the courtesy of having email addresses for so many. Thanks for . your patience, understanding and cooperation.

We have a close-knit Class filled with solid friendships. Let's keep it that way!

If you have any concerns or comments, drop me a line. Another byproduct of the December email bartage, was that we found out that many email addresses have changed. Please send me an update if you've acquired a new email address recently. It will ensure you get the important news about Class events and news. Thanks again. Now on with the show...

Steve Sylvester sent in a note with his latest , news. He and his wife, Terri, have one daughter.

Steve left the Marine Corps in 1992. After several jobs in South Carolina and Califomia, Steve joined the FBI about two years ago and is in El Paso, TX. His phone number is 915-845-

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7785, if you would like to contact him. He mentioned other Classmates passing through Quantico for training were Pete Kowenhoven and Dan Harris, Back in December, Tim Rogers sent word (via email to many) that he was alive and well.

He mentioned to check out; www.geocities.com/ Heartiand/Flats/7771.

Phil Corcoran is a new daddy. Daughter, Delaney MerecUth, is Phil and Stacey's first child.

Kirk Benson has healed enough from his serious knee injury to take orders to the Seventh Fleet staff on BLUE RIDGE. That will add a few more years to the Benson family's stay in Japan.

Scott Herbener checked in from Newport, where he is attencUng the Naval War College.

Scott stated that Tom Casey and Fred LaTrash are at NWC, and that Bill Campbell and Dave Bement are assigned to SWOS there.

An update from Randy Ferguson announced that he and his wife, Laura, are new parents.

Their son, Joseph, was bora on 28 May 1998.

Randy mentioned that he is assigned to the Afrlant staff as the Force LSO and will likely be back in the Fleet for his department head tour in a Homet squacfron this summer.

Lou Gregus is transferring from his MPA job on EiSE-NHOWER to a position on Lant PEB in NorfoUc. Matt Howes is stationed on Guam. Give him a yell if you're passing through.

Stephen Tackett works in the D.C. area as an aerospace engineer at the Naval Research Lab. He is involved with stmctural design and analysis on various satellite components. Steve is also in the Reserves, and is flying Prowlers with VAQ-209 out of Ancfrews Air Force Base. Steve and his wife, Larissa, were married in Febraary 1995 in Monterey, where he stucUed for over two years at PG School.

Tony Sindoni is General Manager for Corporate Express Delivery Systems. He is managing the company's Philadelphia and South Jersey operation. Tony and his family are glad to be near their families in New Jersey again.

Mike Gaffney made a job switch in the private sector and now works at Allied Capital in D.C. Tony Tolle transmitted his update for the new year. He is the Technical Support Manager at B/ E Aerospace in Pittsburgh. B/E is the nation's leading manufacturer of afrcraft interior products. In Pittsburgh, Tony is the field rep to US Airways.

Scott slater is back in the U.S. after a threeyear exchange tour with the French Navy. Scott is flying in VFA-131 in Jacksonville and is a department head in the squadron. Ted Wallace is also a department head with VFA-131.

Maggie (McKee) Utterback is in her first year of law school at the University of Wisconsin at Madison.

Rob Shepherd pinned on 0-4 in the Air Force this past October 'The Shepherds will be moving from Scott AFB in Illinois to Dover AFB in Delaware this summer. Rob was in the Stan/Eval in the C-5 pipeline in late 1998. He and his wife, Mary Beth, are expecting their second child this summer. They have one son. Josh.

Walt Keays is teaching Defense Acquisition University courses for the Naval Center for Acquisition Training (part of NPS). He's spending lots of time on the road, so look for Walt dropping by for a cold one.

Dorothy and David Johnson are now in Memphis, where David is assigned to BuPers.

They have one child, Kyra.

Hope you're all partying like it's 1999. TJW.

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Pres; Kennon A. Artis e; Navy88@aol.com Sec'y: LT Kathleen Toomey Jabs, USNR 11307 NW 58 Tertace, Miami, FL 33178 p: 305-436-5376; e: KJABS@AOL.COM Hola from Miami. This town really becomes livable in the winter Nothing like cool breezes and a tropical sun when the rest of the country is shoveling and wearing boots. Although I do miss the New England skiing, glistening ice-wrapped branches and the crackling sputter of logs on the fire. And of course, an Irish coffee to warm things up; it really is a most remarkable drink, most who try it don't stop with one. On the subject of not stopping, thank you for the increased inputs! WTiether Kennon solicited them or not, we have news to print. Now, all we need are more Reunion and/or other photos!

Speaking of the Reunion, a gold crest ring was found. Keimon has it and you can email him at kaartis@aol.com for more details. You can also help the next reunion, future reunions and the entfre Class information dissemination process, by registering your email adtfress at the Class site. If this sounds familiar, like you just heard it in last month's column, you're probably right! I am obligated to print this info every month, at least until we get more than 20% of the Class Usted. It only takes a few minutes and saves the Class hours, dollars, and other sorts of administtative headaches. Thanks for your cooperation.

For your added convenience, the adcfress here is: http://wrww.scs.usna.navy.inil/~coleman/88/.

First off, a hearty congramlations to Harry Demiris on his graduation from the University of Miami Law School, as well as his acceptance with a Wall Street Law firm. I was able to join him and his family and friends, including Dave Bass (he flew in from somewhere cold and was planning his holiday move to Atianta), for the celebration which featured all sorts of homemade Greek delicacies and interesting people. Harry and Eileen will move to New York this spring with their two chilcfren. We wish all of them the best of luck!

Next news courtesy of Jennifer Treadway; Jim Darcy and his wife, Diane, had a baby, Caroline, a few months ago. They now Uve in New York, where Jim is still in the Reserves and also doing investments and stock trades. He and Diane drove down for the reunion. JuUe and Tom Maiming are living in Chicago while he works on being a surgeon. He is out of the Navy but too "busy" or too "cool" to attend the reunion. Of course. Brad Treadway made thereuniona priority! He still only has two kids and is in the Navy at Dam Neck, VA, with his wonderfiil wife, Jennifer.

Dane Thorleson and his wife, Tracy, just had their second child, a boy. They are at Dam Neck also, but are awaiting orders to some far away land, maybe Puerto Rico. Dane could not make the reunion because he was supposedly too "busy." TVo kids will do that to you.

Next in, news from Pat Brown: Things are going well. I just finished a tour as supply officer of HENRY M . JACKSON, a Trident submarine in Bangor I am hanging out in the Pacific Northwest area at the Trident Refit Facility as Customer Service Officer, providing supply support for all eight Trident submarines and all surface ships in Breraerton and Everett. I ara only going to be here until June/July. I will be going to graduate school to work on my MBA, at the Navy's expense (of course). I have been accepted to UNC-Chapel Hill and am waiting to hearfromHarvard (next month) and then I should know where I will be relocating.

Just had my second son, Jackson Alexinder, on 20 May; and my first son, Patrick Jonathan, just tumed seven this month. RayneU and I are celebrating our tenth anniversary today. I love her more today than I did ten years ago. RayneU is an early child/Special Ed teacher for HoUy Ridge Center, sponsored by United Way. A little bragging on myself. Go to: http:// www.navsup.navy.mil/corpinfo/flasIi/4-98.html Thanks, Pat, and congratulations on aU of your accomplishments.

Next, news on Damon Fields and Max Aguilar. A great way to contributeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just forward any '88 email related news you hear to Kennon or me! Anyway, from Damon: Things are great! Just closed on a new house that we had built and we'U be moving in about a week. I am married to the former Cynthia Van WaesfromMinneapoUs. MN, and have two boys; Dallas (5) and Dalton (4). Also, I just put the finishing touches on my Asttonaut Application, which is due in a couple of weeks. I made the first cut two years ago on the last roimd. I was attending PG School in Monterey at the time and was told by the director of candidate selection that I would have an excellent chance after I had completed my MS in asttonautical engineering (which I cUd in March 1998) and also received the advanced degree of aeronautical and astronautical engineer. So, my fingers are crossed.

I got an email from Max Aguilar (my room mate of three years in 35th Co). He was sorry to have missed thereunionbut he was caught in the middle of a Uttie natural tUsaster down in his home of Honduras. The hurricanes and flooding did serious damage to the entire country. He was deployed to some coastal areas to do reUef work.

When the situation got bad near his home, he took off and got back just in time to rescue his wife and three children from the rashing waters of the floods. They were all stranded on the roof of the house and the only thing that saved them was Max...and the SEAL training which he got at Coronado after graduation (just before he returned home to Honduras).

Max wrote: We are fine now; it was quite an experience though. Hurricane Mitch hit us hard. I was about to leave for AnnapoUs, when the Navy made an emergency call. I had to go and rescue people in the northem side of the country. However, a few days later the hurricane got inland and hit Tegucigalpa, the capital city where I Uve. I feared for my family and decided to go back. The roads were gone by then, but I managed to get there. It was a close call. Daisy and the kids were already on the roof and the house soon would collapse. I got there just intimeto swim them to a safe place.

Although, I have not trained at all in a long time, I thank God because he gave me the stamina and skill required to resist and swim all of my family at once through the high currents. Things have gotten pretty much back to normal now, and I am back to my normal routine. Communications have just been estabUshed and I have been able to confirm that the rest of my relatives are fine. I am really sorry not to have been able to get to the reunion. I bet it was fun.

Well, that's as exciting as it gets...if you ever get to Colorado Springs...let me know...I'll give you a personal tour inside Cheyenne Mountain (U.S. Space Command/NORAD).

Thanks, Damon, both for your news and Max's story. It really helps you maintain perspective on your own dilemmas when you hear of other people's heroic acts.

A quick word from Jim Yee; Things are going well. Gretchen and I had a fabulous time at the Reunion. It was great to see all our old Classmates and where they are today.

The event rekindled some long lost friendships.

We're eagerly awaiting the birth of our thfrd child sometime between now and the end of January. The doctor seems to think that the baby will be coming a littie earlier than expected. This one is going to be a boy, and wUI give us two boys and a girl. One more girl ought to about wrap it up.

Thanks, Jim, and good luck.

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Pat Porter writes: Funny you should ask about Japan. Our movers came today to do our storage move. Anita and I got back from a two week ttip to Austtalia to attend her best friend's wedding, and since then its been quite busy. My parents came down for Christmas, since we wanted to have our daughter's first Christraas in our house. We leave for New York on New Year's Eve to visit family before we leave. Anita will be going to Sydney to attend her brother's wedding while I am at Monterey for Safety School, then I will take a week of leave and visit them in Sydney prior to reporting to VF-154 in Atsugi. Once there, I depart on a three and a half month craise around WestPac (hopefuUy we won't get diverted to the Gulf, since I' ve beentiieretoo much over the last eight years). So, that's the latest.

I'm sure you've heard it from plenty of people, but again, awesome job on the reunion. It was so great to see so many people that I hadn't seen since graduation. I think I met three people that were still in the military! Maybe there's something I'm doing wrong... Actually, I have been fighting with myself over staying in/getting out for many years now, but (maybe it's my pride or arrogance), but I think I have something to offer this Navy in a positive way, and I likeflyingthose go-fast machines...we'll see.

Best wishes for Japan, Pat. Quite a bit of news from Dom Cippolla: First I would Uke to thank you and all the other Classmates who organized the Reunion.

I have been working at General Electric at corporate HQ in Fairfield for three months now after three and a half years of management consulting at Booz-Allen & Hamilton in NYC. At the Reunion. I leamed Carl Peterson is also at GE in its Capital division in Stamford. (I am sure there are other Classmates here as well.) Since leaving the Submarine force. I went on to Harvard Business School, along with Jim Schwab, Mike Quilty and Steve Rife. Jim Arguelles was at Harvard Law at the same time.

My wife and I are expecting our second child in January (our son, Joey, is two years old). We live in Newtown, CT. An update on the 26th Companymates I ran into at the reunionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;my apologies in advance for lack of memory, as the details got progressively fuzzier as I visited the Bud Truck: John Keeling will graduate from Georgetown Medical School in May, after attempting to win his tuition money at Foxwoods. He has two daughters (my nieces, Laura (8) and Rachel (5)).

Tom Smith just graduated Georgetown Law School and is starring on a new TV show DC Law (almost). Dave Cleary up in North Dakota somewhere, is actually an electrical engineer!

Dean Valentine, at Harvard B-school, is married to Susan Oxendine '89, and therefore is Chris Snyder's brother-in-law, almost sent to the hospital reunion night, but luckily Dr. Keeling was there to save him! Tom Victory, out in San Francisco now (as we all would have expected).

James Johnson, working in HiTEch and married. Al Bunge was there with his wife, he's down in Miami, living the good life. Corey and Joe Fisher now have two boys and are living in Newport, RI. Al Greenwood ran off to the football game before I had a chance to talk. Incidentally, on a plane flight from Detroit to Rhode Island I ran into Wayne Brisson, who is consulting and lives in Maine with his wife. Got emails frora Mike Bramble (a lifer in Hawaii) and Jim Sarfert, a systems engineer in North Carolinaboth settled down with kids.

Outside of 26th Company, the other Dom, my Brooklyn buddy Dom Micillo, is now at the War College in Newport. Jim Arguelles is practicing law in San Diego. It was great to see everyone at the reunion, the big question was, where is Willie (Matt Mckieman)? Take Care, Dom Thanks for all the info! Other companies can follow suit.

Chris Cook writes; I'm drilling with the MSC Headquarters unit at the Washington Navy Yard as a LCDR ReservShipmate, March 1999

ist. (Almost got called up a week ago for the 70hour war) Corey Keehn, his wife Lisa, and their three boys are moving with GE from Erie, PA, to Louisville, KY, and are doing well. BTW, in what black hole did Tom Cleary and Jon Quimpo fall into?

From Brian O'Donnell; Merry Christmas, shipmate. Things here are going well. We are still in Chesapeake, VA, and anticipate a move to Mayport this upcoming summer. Still headed for PHILIPPINE SEA (CG-58) in September '99. Debbie and the kids are doing great. 1 am TAD here in the Norfolk area until I start bouncing around the east coast (XO pipeline). Our best to your wife and child (Kennon's)....when can 1 say children? And by the way...Great job with the Reunion. Looking forward to fifteen!

Well, thank you to everyone for writing. Enjoy tiie big chill. KTJ " 8 8 . . . T h e C l a s s of U S N A "

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Pres; LT Richard Brophy, USN Sec'y: LT John DeVine, USN 350 Grow Ave., Umt A l l Bainbridge Island, WA 98310 h: 206-780-6840; e: jcdevine99@aol.com USNA91@pen.net Hi, all! Things have been slow over the holidays, but I have some good stuff to pass on.

Here's the news...

First, I received a note from Gib Armstrong (ArmstrongGC@3FSSG.USMC.MIL), who is in his second year in Okinawa playing with other people's money as the Deputy Comptroller for 3rd FSSG. In addition to extensive traveling within the Far East, Gib and his wife have been busy adding to their family, making their second addition this past July with the birth of Kelly Joy! Gib recently ran into Tom Chandler in Okinawa, and says he also hears from Rob Turner frequently. Rob had orders to a reserve unit in Atlanta, where he won't deploy much but

still gets to fly. Gib reports that Mike Kaiser is in Monterey working on his master's degree.

Mike and his wife, Julie Kaiser, of the Class of '94, live with their daughter across the street from Mike Kuypers. Thanks to Gib for dropping a line!

Just yesterday, I ran into Jim VanderMeer (jim.vandermeer@atrieva.com) who has been living less than a quarter mile from me for the past six months...unbeknownst to me! Jim passed through the Navy by way of the aviation community and then the supply corps. After finishing active duty in Bremerton, Jim has settled here in the Seattle area and is working with a startup internet company, Atrieva. Jim is now married to Dawn, and they have two children, Nicole (5) and Kevin (2).

Before Christmas, I also received a lengthy email from ex-cannoneer and Steve Jenkins. I'm going to print the bulk Steve's note, because it contains an inspiring story, and, well, I have the space! Steve writes...

I am a "first-time" contributor, but let me give the Cliff notes version of my days since USNA. After completing VT-10 in Pensacola, I was transferred to Mather Air Force Base for my intermediate training. 1 got married to Danielle, my Ring Dance date, immediately after getting to Sacramento. We definitely did things somewhat skewed. My First Class roommates from 4th Company, Matt Stevens, Dennis Hayden and Dave Evans, can remember the three times she backed out of our engagement, the last of which was during finals. Oh well, I'm definitely glad that I waited; she's been an incredible wife.

Just before we left Sacramento, we had our first child, Steven Jr., on 11 February 1993. From Sacramento, we moved to Jacksonville and completed the P-3 Nav/Com FRS and wentfromthere to VP-23 in Branswick, ME. That squadron decommissioned and I transferred to VP-8 also in Brunswick. I did two Sigonella deployments while in Maine. Our second child, Corianne, was bom on 7 June 1996, and things were looking pretty good. I was one of the most senior people in my squadron, had ray own crew, my family was doing great, and believe it or not was almost excited to deploy to Sicily for the third time.

However, this is where things went downhill fast.

My crew was slated to fly to Sicily on 4 Febraary 1997, and Danielle and I had lengthy discussions regarding out next assignment. At her urging, I campaigned for the FRS in Jacksonville, FL. We had big plans. She would move out of base housing, we'd get BAH, we would meet in Jacksonville and buy a house and be happy for the next three years... It was too good to be trae!

I got my orders on 29 January 1997.

That same day, an 18-year-old high school boy pulled in front of Danielle; he was coming back from a birthday party. We had a mini-van, and at the time the only warnings regarding child safety was to not put rearward facing car-seats in the front seat if you had dual airbags. So, we complied and put Steve in the front since he was almost four years old. Anyway, because it was head-on collision (even though the speed was less than 25 mph) the airbags deployed. Danielle was fine, but Steve, who was in his car-seat, was immediately knocked unconscious.

Danielle remembers him just lying there like a rag doll and not moving. 1 remember her calling me at work and I borrowed a friend's car to drive to the scene only to see them going to Portland, ME, about 30 minutes away. He was already in a coma when he arrived at the hospital and it just kept getting worse. The airbag impact with his head had been so intense that it caused uncontrollable swelling, and he nearly died simply because the only remaining place the brain could swell was down into his spinal column which would have been instant death. Anyway, the doctors said he would not live to Monday, 10 Febraary. In fact, they said we should think about when we wanted to shut off his life-support equip-

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ment. Danielle and I had found God through all of this and put Steve's destiny in His hands. We asked Him. "Lord, if it's in Your wiU to take him from us, we simply want to say thank you for giving us three wonderful years with him. But, if You are going to give us a second chance to raise him to be a good Christian, please let us know on Monday."

Sure enough, on Monday, 10 Febraary, the doctor said his CAT scan indicated that the swelling was going down. Let me tell all of you right now, and yes 1 would even teU you this without the luxury of hiding behind the computer, that God is real and He listened to our prayer and he answered it. He didn't have to. but He did. And I know this for sure, we got a second chance to do it right! Oh by the way, I finally went home after two sttaight days without sleep and guess what was in my mailbox...A big bright yellow warning from my car manufacturer stating the dangers of airbags on all children and that they should sit in the back. Did any of you get yours at the sametime?WeU. Steve's accident and other chilcfren who (Ued around the same time are the reason for those labels.

This was only the beginning of what has been an almost two-year recovery period with the end still not in sight. Needless to say, I cUdn't deploy.

In fact, the Navy did cartwheels to help me. My CO and the commodore got me orders overnight out of the squacfron and TAD to ComPatWing 5 in Branswick. Danielle and I lived at the hospital or the Ronald MacDonald House until 10 March. Steve left Maine totally incoherent. He couldn't talk, walk, eat (he had a mbe into his stomach and ate formula supplement), had to wear diapers, and was recovering from second degree buras on his face from the bag. We sent our daughter to California with DanieUe's parents so we could focus on Steve's recovery.

From Maine, he was tiansferred to an inpatient rehab hospital in Boston until 3 June. Again, I had orders to Boston to be with him. For the next three months, Danielle and I lived out of our suitcases either at the hospital or at the BOQ at NAS South Weymouth. Steve's progress was minimal. In fact, his biggest accomphshment was being able to sit up by himself for very short periods. He had no use of his right arm at this time as well. Finally, he was cUscharged from there and we decided to take him to Califomia for home therapy. It was ideal...we both had a lot of family there.

Danielle and Steve flew to Los Angeles and I PCS'd to Jacksonville, FL. I checked in and VP30 and already had tiie details and had OHARP orders waiting for me. I took base housing (in die "projects" as we call it) just so our smff would be ready when we all came back in the fall. I then went to Califomia and wore my uniforra maybe twice a week. The rest of the time was spent taking Steve to therapy or horseback riding or playing with my daughter who 1 hadn't seen since she started crawling in the ICU waiting room! Through it all, Danielle has been so sttong.

She is a source of daily inspiration.

Anyway, 1finallyreturned to Jacksonville after Labor Day and began my Instractor class.

Danielle and the kids arrived in early October I had arranged therapy for him (what a pain in the butt, dealing with the medical system) and all of his doctors and specialists. Shortly after arriving he began crawling, so we're naturally thinking, "hey you have to crawl before you can walk (keep this in mind for later)." He continued going to therapy and horseback riding and things were status quo until Christmas when he just started eating like a horse. So finally, we took a "leap of faith" and I pulled out his G-tube on 5 January never to be used again.

We'd overcome the eating hurdle, and we hoped talking would be next, but we definitely weren't going to be picky. As it turns out, Danielle's parents came out for his fifth birthday and Steve's gift to us was standing up and leaning on tables or fumiture, much like a baby does!

So, we're thinking, hey, the Lord is definitely

continuing to work through Steve. So now that he was crawling and standing, he showed a desire to use the bathroom. Getting rid of the big diapers would be nice! We began to re-toilet train, and after two months of work, it paid off!

I guess it was about early June, when we purchased a special walker for him, that he began showing the desire to want to walk again. His legs were very weak and they would severely hyperextend because of his extended coma. Anyway, he had special braces and everyday he and I would go to the park and do things which for the normal kid is fiin. but for him they are also valuable therapy. We emolled him in a special education kindergarten program and he hasn't looked back! His bus would come each moming and we couldn't get hira out the door fast enough to get on his bus. He progressed tteraendously while in school. His age equivalent is about 36 months, and he's only held up because he can't talk, but he can comprehend most everything we say to him, which is the first part of the communication equation.

As of today, 12 December, Steve is walking independentiy about 95% of the time. We stiU are waiting for him to talk, but we figure 1999 will bring this. Presentiy, Danielle and the kids are in Califomia waiting for my separation orders to arrive. I will be out of the Navy on I April (that's no joke!). I had to send her out there, because she is pregnant with our third (barring any problems) and last child. We're expecting a gfrl, Madison Raelin, on 10 January 1999. After all we have been through these past two years, we are so lucky we were in the Navy, because there is no way 1 would have had the luxury of time off with pay. However, going back to sea would mean leaving DanieUe and the kids, and I just don't want to that anymore. We don't want to have to ask for a third time to get things right!

John, I know this is an incretUbly long summary, but I beUeve it is absolutely vital that our Classmates and others know what happened to us and how we have survived.

P.S. If there is anyone out there who has experience dealing with special education programs and especiaUy those in California, or if you would like to contact me, please feel free to do so. If you have any questions regarding airbags both the benefits and the dangers please email me at: jenksptl@gateway.net Thanks, Steve, for sharing your story! While our hearts are with you and your family, your story has inspired all of us and reminded us of how blessed we aU are.â&#x20AC;&#x201D;^JD

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Pres: LT Matt Amy, USN Sec'y; Evang. Vinny Smith, Ph.D. VP/Treas: LT Matt Arnold, USN 4B Perry Cfrcle, Annapolis, MD 21402 w: 410-293-5606; e: mamold@nadn.navy.niil Class Web Page: www.usna93.com Greetings from Annapolis! We wiU be holding our first Class meeting and Spring social on Saturday, 27 March from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in tiie Bo Coppedge '47 room in Alumni Hall. The agenda consists of informative briefs from Academy and Alumni Association officials (topics range from Academy issues to available career transition services), as well as items of Class business and organization. If there are any issues or concems you would like to see adcfressed, be sure to email any of the Class officers and let them know. After the briefs, we will have a social with drinks and heavy appetizers. Dress will be civilian informal and spouses/guests are welcome. To help us plan, we request that you let us know if you plan to attend by contacting me at the email or phone number listed above, as soon as possible. Minutes from the meeting, as well as adopted Class plan and by-laws, will be posted on the Class web page for those who cannot attend. Further details wiU also be posted on the Class page, so be sure to check it out as the time gets closer. Thanks, and we hope to see you there!

We still have a few Class memorabUia items left over, but they are going fast. All available items are Usted on the Class web page at: www.usna93 .com.

On with the updates; First up is Pete Olsen; I wanted to give you two very important updates from San Diego, CA! First my family is doing very well. I will be celebrating my fourth wedding anniversary in April with ray beautiftU wife, Katie. My three kids. Jesse. Nikki, and baby, Joey, are all doing well and are all super sports enthusiasts fitting into the Olsen tracUtion weU! Secondly, this is a very important notice for our Classmates. Through my networking as an executive in the golf industry. I have come across a gentieman by the name of Bill Gaul, who owns the Destiny Group (recruiting firm). He was so good that he got me an interview with a company within an hour of me talking to him! For all Classmates going into civilian life, call Bill Gaul at 888-834-4060. or visit their website at: www.destinygroup.com.

If anyone also needs any assistance or suggestions in the job hunt you could also give me a call at 888-224-6583. Best of luck to everyone and don't forget to give Bill Gaul a call ASAP. Thanks for tiie tip, Pete. Todd Hofstedt sent Christmas greetings from Monterey and writes the following; I am studying Space Systems Engineering at the Naval Postgraduate School, in Monterey, CA. Here witii me. are my best friend and wife. EUzabeth; daughter. Rosemary, 22 months; and my son, Conrad. "Chippy," two months. What can I say? Life is good!

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership.

(410-293-1939) Elizabeth. Todd. Rosemary, and Chip Hofstedt

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Wow. A real rocket scientist. Thanks for the letter and enjoy the time in Monterey.

Next up, from SWOS, is Chris Stilley (stilleyc@swos.navy.mil); I am currently teaching Gas Turbine Engineering at SWOS in Newport. Jamie Henderson (hendersonj@swos.navy.mil) is also teaching in this office. Jamie and his wife, Laurie, recently celebrated the birth of their first child, Samuel James, on 23 August. Jamie will be leaving the Navy in March with destination unknown.

My wife, Jenny, and I are expecting our second child in January. (We have one daughter, Mary, bom on 29 July 1996). We expect to leave SWOS and die Navy in January of 2000.

Other '93 personnel teaching at SWOS include: Gene Bailey, Anel Montes, Dan Degner, and Mike Reagan.

Thank you, Chris, and Congrats on the new additions to your family.

Next Kevin Smart (kevin_smart@msn.com): Well, let's see...Dave Pliske and I are both out of the Navy now and down in South Florida.

Dave, his brother and father have started their own business surveying yachts and are doing very well. I am a production manager for Beverage Canners International, one of the biggest water bottiing companies in the country.

During tiie day, I'm at 800-226-5061 x7012. On the side, I am a 100-ton captain. I mn some deliveries here and there and ran a charter on day trips and extended trips to the Keys and the Bahamas. It's a tough life but somebody has to do it. Kevin Smart, 120 SW 97th Tertace, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025; w: 800-226-5061; h: 954-430-7072; charters: 954-961-6540.

Sotmds like Ufe is good! Great to hear from you Kevin, and thanks.

Finally, from down tmder, word from Devin Deen: USNA amigos, a quick sitrep for those who care. I left the USMC at the end of July and ttaded the ttopical waters of my last duty station in Okinawa for the more temperate shores of the Antipodes. I crossed the USA with my father and spent a couple of weeks in Florida with my family, inttoducing them to my steady, Kate Corbett.

After a year of long distance relationship, Kate and I finally Uve in the same city, Auckland, and are giving it a go. No, friends, wedding bells aren't sounding yet. We're taking it real slow.

One would think that Americana sludge-like fast food restaurants or failed sitcoms would claw for more lucrative shores to exploit but sadly that is not so. Sadder is the realization that these businesses or TV shows wouldn't exist or be shown if the culture didn't want it. No, American culture doesn't force itself on this nation; it is an invited guest. The cool thing is that New Zealand is traly a melting pot for all of Oceana as well.

Chinese, Japanese, Hong Kongians, Indians, Malaysians, Pomes [prisoners of mother England], Aussies, and Pacific Islanders are all represented weU down here. One of the most sumptuous by-products is the plethora of cafes, restaurants, and cultural markets.

The ttansition from uniformed service to civilian life went smoothly. I'm working for a project management firm called, appropriately, The Simple Cfroup. My current project is the systematic technology upgrade for the Call Centte of NZ's second largest telecommunications company. "Thank you" to the USNA faculty who encouraged me in my straggle to become a systems engineer, and for the USMC's quality spread at TBS for making me a CommO! Funny how things work out sometimes.

Most importantiy, the surf is real quality. Untamed beaches, rolling countryside, no crowds, Raglan (one of the longest left banders in the world) a mere one hour drive away. A trae surfing paradise, but be sure to bring your wetsuit!

For those ever desiring to contact me, or visit New Zealand, please give me a ring. My number is (64-9)623-0905; 2 Pinehill Crescent, Browns Bay, Auckland, New Zealand; e: deend@

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simpl.co.nz. Imbibe life. Carpe Diem. Cheers, Devin Deen.

Thanks Devin, and be sure to drink a cold Steinlager for us. That's it for this month. We hope to see you at the Class meeting and spring social, and hope to hear from you if you cannot make it. Until next month...Matt.

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Pres: Scott K. Hornbuckle PSC 556, Box 506, FPO AP 96386-0506 h; 011-826-11-737-0083 e; hombuckle@hotmail.com Vice Pres/Treas: Kirk Clermont 3991-117 Marine Lake Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23452 e; clermont_kirki@msn.com Sec'y: Chris WiUiams 4314 Chippewa Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32210 Jacksonville, FL 32256 e; chrisandmary@ibm.net Cort. Secy; Jim Keck 7701 Timberiin Park Blvd, Apt. #838 Jacksonville, FL 32256 h: 904-538-9255; e: JKeckl994@juno.com http ://w ww.usna94.com Hello, 94! Though your eyes may be reading this column in March, I'm actually sitting at my keyboard during the first weekend of 1999. The month of December must have been a busy time of year for most of you, for I received cortespondences from only two people. However, the email messages I received make up in quality what is lacking in quantity.

The first of my two submissions this month is from Johnn Kochendorfer (kochendorferjn@ mfp.usmc.mil). He writes via the Class web page from across the pacific: I am writing in from Camp Smith, HI, where I relieved Pat Growney, as the MarForPac Navy Liaison. I'm the only squid here, and am also the youngest, most junior, and only single officer in the department. Looks to be a good tour working with the green side nonetheless.

Ifinishedoff an adventurous, enlightening, and successful tour as the DCA on CURTIS WILBUR

back in Yokosuka. When I reported aboard the Chilly Willy, there were four other '94s: Brian Lester, Janna Vavaseur, Jen Cunningham and Michelle Petit, but at the end, I was the only one left! Shelly Loustaunau '96 and Stu Blanchette '96, both hard charging '96ers, were the 1st LT and Commo respectively.

I've ran into raany Classmates both here and back in San Diego, and there is a comraon theme.

Everyone is curious about everyone else, but we keep hearing the same news: a) the same ten people keep writing in; b) the other people are all married and write in when they have kids. Additionally, everyone is either afraid to write in or simply can't find the time. Well, I will break the ice and represent the rest of us now.

Andy Lahaie has been at RSO in San Diego for awhile and anticipates ttansferring to CivPac soon. He anticipates moving to Atlanta, but is not sure what he wants to do. Gordon Miller is a company comraander at MCRD San Diego. He misses his LAR unit, but has adjusted to the rough life of living in the Gaslamp district. Latest I heard is that he moved in with his girlfriend, but I'll let him tell the details. Mike Makela is onboard ENTERPRISE and providing periodic firsthand updates from the AG. After he married Sheryl several months ago, he skipped his honeymoon to deploy to the exotic Middle East. Ron Dowdell is flying helos at North Island, and let me tell you how much the Navy has changed him.

During Plebe year he insisted that his roommates

do push-ups whenever they swore, and last time I talked to him, he actually used a four-letter word while drinking a beer!

I recently became re-aquainted with my "old" nuke buddies from way back when, too. Darrel Gobble detached from TOPEKA to teach ROTC at Oregon State. Brian Weisker detached from TUCSON so he could move to Louisiana with Pam and Kaila and teach ROTC at Tulane. Rob Brooks extended on SANTA FE SO he could complete their next WestPac this spring. Seems like whenever we get together it's like dropping sodium in water, so I'm interested to see what trouble we get into since we haven't seen each other since Homecoraing '96. He misses his old buddy Icky, so if anyone knows how he can get a hold of him, pass it on to him. Jamie Rakow, also on SANTA FE, found love on his last WestPac, and seems serious about her too, to the extent that he will move halfway around the world to live with her. Brent Sadler just finished up dive school and has since travelled back to San Diego. Adam Kinnear, who is now CivLant, misses life as a nuke, but has proven that there is life after the Navy. Andrea is about to earn her doctorate; will be interesting to see that household operate when she outranks him.

I'd like to finally thank Dave Stowers, Brad Stramanak and their wives for providing a terrific welcome aboard to Hawaii and for having a bunch of us over for Thanksgiving.

On a parting note, several people need to come in from out of the weeds: Mike Harris, Jason Davis, Barry Bassel, Jenna Hausvik, Ernie Robinson.

Whenever anyone comes through Hawaii, give me a call. My BBQ is aching for reasons to be used. I'm at: 808-396-3248, 158 Lumahai St, Honolulu, HI 96825.

See you all at homecoraing next year. John.

Chris WilUams wrote to tell about a recent article he noticed in USA Today. It seems as though Kendra Williams became the first American woman to fly in combat. Kendra is one of 18 pilots in the "Gunslingers" F/A-18 squadron out of Jacksonville, FL. She was in the first wave of strikes against Iraq in December, 1998. Congratulations, Kendra. I've posted the article in its entirety on the Class web page for those of you wanting to check it out.

Tuming to some Class business, the Reunion Planning is in full swing, with the Reunion Committee being lead by Eric Mitchell. Eric is curtently stationed in Annapolis, and has been the unofficial "Master of Ceremonies" at numerous tailgaters since graduation. We're still looking for volunteers to help out, so if you think you can be of assistance, contact Eric at 410573-0557 or ericmitchell@annapolis.net. Our primary means of disseminating information will be via Shipmate and the Web Page. Anticipate having the option to register for Homecoming either via mail or online.

While I'm on the topic of being on-line, our Class List now boasts 439 entries. Recent additions or changes were made by: Michael Aden, John Alcom, Amold Alqueza, Bob BaU, Andrew Barry, Amy Bauemsclimidt, Jake Bell, Michael Bellotti, Greg Blake, Charlie Bowser, Michael Boyd, Michael Brahan, Jill Brest van Kempen, Patrick Burger, Kendra Chappell (Herber), MeUssa Cherwin, David Cox, Candi Cunningham, Ben Davis, Roland De Guzman, Garth DeVries, Homer Denius, Jerty Donahoe, Dennis Duckworth, Philip Dwyer, David Fagen, Frank Gianocaro, Joey Frantzen, Brian Goebel, Brian Goldschmidt, Trent Gooding, Dan Gordon, Eric Green, Mike GuUion, Jim Hail, Kevin Hamilton, Chris Hannan, James Kartell, Matthew Hartkop, Patrick Hooper, Todd Hoot, Scott Hornbuckle, Leon Hsi, Michael Johnson, John Kochendorfer, Joe Krause, Jason Lamb, Josh Lasky, Scott Lazenby, Tom Lazo, Ben Le,

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Tyms Lemerande, Brett Lessmann, Kristen Lopacinski, Paul Lutz, Jim Martin, J. P McDonough III, Anthony Miller, Marc Morgan, Patti Nichols, Erica Niedermeier (Carter), Matthew O'Brien, Michael O'DriscoU, Edward O'NeiU, Jennifer Ogilvie, Todd Owens, Dave Phillippi, Maria Pallotta, Bo Palmer, Chester Parks, Matt Paschal, David Pawlowski, Christopher Resile, James and Michelle Pettie, Ryan Peugh, Brian Pirko, Bemadette Quattrone, Michael Riggins, Kimberly Robertson (Hurd), Ralph Rodriguez, John Salmon, Shenandoah Sanchez, Kevin Shaeffer, Joe Silver, Jamieson Slough, David Snider, Joanna Sprtel, Christopher SwinduU, Nicole Tonnessen, Phil Ventura, Jay West, Ahmed Williamson, Mike Wimer, and Thomas Yamamoto. Thanks for registering! I hope the list helps to keep you all in touch.

By popular demand, a new feature has been added to the Class List. Until recently, the only edit option you had in order to change an entry was to delete the old one and resubmit a new one. Now, you can go in and change one or more parts of your entry without having to do the "delete and resubmit" drill. It seems that our web site format is getting popular. The program has afready been adopted by a handful of other Class web pages. As always, '94 is leading the way!

That's all for this month, '94.1 look forward to getting your letters and pictures. Until then, take care and God bless. C-ya...Jim.

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Pres: John Fleet p: 301-263-0384 Sec'y: LTJG Don Jamiola, USN RR 1 Box 381 Ort's Island, ME 04066; h; 207-833-6587 Well, I hope this column finds everyone in good health and good spirits. Hope everyone enjoyed the last dual month issue.

Doug Blackburn from 10th Company writes from Texas. Doug martied Sharmila Kannangara on Memorial Day 1997. Doug works in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for Raytheon Systems Company as an antenna engineer, and his wife works at Texas Instraments as an electrical engineer. They moved into a house this past spring, and a couple of '93 grads moved in down the streetâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Dennis and Karen (Kroeger) Wagner '93. Feel free to contact the Blackbums if you are in the area. Doug attended the wedding of Alex Salunga and Nikki Ratliff '96. They ran into a couple of old friends like Andy Salunga and Karen Wingeart '96.

Doug, Congrats and thanks for the update.

Rick Coe's mom finally pestered him into writing a letter Rick just finished the Nuclear Power pipeline and moved to Norfolk with Jeff Parsons. He's aboard THEODORE ROOSEVELT with Scott Kremeier. Jeff is aboard GEORGE WASHINGTON. Others include: Rob Smith in NIMITZ, Jim Skillman in GEORGE WASHINGTON,

Frank Brandon in ENTERPRISE, and John Strickland in NIMITZ. Mike King and Mike Stinson are going subs. Basically, all the Nuke SWOS from our Class were there.

Rick has some weddings to report. Michelle and Brian Swanson were martied recently.

Nikki and Tim Urban were martied last October in Birmingham, AL. Jay Driskell martied Cathi in May.

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Rick still keeps in touch with his roommates from school and San Diego. From San Diego, Andy Dombrowski and Dennis Farrell are both on PCs (ZEPHYR and CYCLONE). Bryan

McPheeters is the MPA on KINKAID. From the Academy, Dave Moore may actually get his Wings within the next year. Dave has apparently found new ways to stay out of trouble. Ed Galloway will be stuck in Japan for a couple more years on VANDEGRIFT. Mike O'Hara is deployed on ENTERPRISE and thinks he has found the perfect woman. (Big surprise, it's Nora Connelly '93.) Chris Fassari is still in San Dog with the CEC. Rick, thanks for the info. Rick is also looking for Dusty Rhodes or K.C. Williams. Email Rick at: r.e.coe@juno.com.

John Skarin writes from San Diego. John attended the wedding of Bill Reagan to the former Michelle Frazier in Des Moines on 20 June. Also in attendance, were 26th Companymates, Chris MacMillan, Courtney Kinnan, Butch Klemeyer, Tony Solliday and Matt McClay. Other '95ers were Rueben Ramos and Doug Williams. Chris MacMillan is in Norfolk training on C-2s. He is engaged and will marry his fiancde, Julie, in October in his hometown of Stuart, FL. Courtney Kinnan is also in Norfolk with an F-14 squadron that just converted to the Delta's. Butch Kleymeyer is in his third and final year on BOXER out of San Diego. He lives with Doug Williams who is the Navigator on JARRETT. Tony Solliday got his wish to go back to Califomia after a tour on an LPD out of Norfolk when he got orders to KITTY HAWK. Unfortunately, it was short lived as KITTY HAWK became America's forward-deployed carrier, so he now resides in Yokosuka, Japan.

Matt McClay is finishing out his Navy obligation in Norfolk before heading back to school; while in Norfolk he shares a house with Megan Humbert. Bill Reagan and his wife, Michelle, now reside in Jacksonville, where Bill flies SH60B's and is on deployment. Rachel Medrano finished her tour as ASWO/DCA on OLDENDORF and moved on to Assault Craft Unit 5 in Camp Pendleton. Murzy Morris also just transferted from PAUL HAMILTON in Pearl to a Patrol Craft out of San Diego. Erin Sullivan has moved on from Camp Lejeune and is working on a staff in Norfolk. Andrew Carlson has completed two years on CHANCELLORSVILLE, and is now on an

MCM out of Ingleside, TX. Rich Lawson completed his master's from Berkeley last year in naval architecture and ventured to Quantico after a two-year civilian hiatus to begin TBS and then flight school. Rob Monahan got martied on 27 June at the Academy. He and his wife, Laura, live in Hawaii where Rob is the Gunnery Officer on HOPPER. Rich Harrison transferted to the Air Force after eaming his SWO pin on HARPERS FERRY, and has been playing a lot of golf in Florida. Troy Hamilton has been working with the CEC in Japan, and reports say he and his wife, Sherrie, were expecting. Dan Devos is working out of Bahrain for Fifth Fleet Public Affairs. Finally, Mike Hritz and his wife, Mary Anne, were married last November in Pittsburgh.

So, that's about it for now. Keep writing, and I'm working on all these pictures! Later, Don.

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Pres; LTJG Bart Phillips, USN 3604 Carleton Street San Diego, CA 92106 Sec'y: IstLt Tonya Barz, USMC MWSS-172 S-4 Umt 37206; FPO AP 96603-7206 e; barzt@ lmaw.usmc.mil or barzt@yahoo.com Hello to all, as we head into another spring season! Several emails made it my way, so here goes! Rick Azenon jots a line from the Marine Air side of the house as the ffrst Marine helicopter pilots have begun to earn their wings of gold. Thomas Leahy, Ken Grant, and Jeremy Orr were winged on 20 November 98.

Tom Wolter and Dan Smith were among a few who were recognized on 5 December. Les Payton retumed from a TAD trip to Okinawa where he spent time with his wife, Gina (Foltz), during October and November Ben Pipes married his sweetheart Ashleigh in October in Chattanooga. (They appreciate the three Classmates who made the ceremony a memorable one!). Lee Tinjum says hello as well.

Thanks for the update from Whiting Field, Rick!

From the 20th Company comes word from Yuchih Hsu, who is curtentiy serving a tour as the ASW officer aboard the missile corvette RSS VALIENT. Congrats to Yu-chih as he celebrates his wedding the 21st of this month. Any Classmates "in the area" are welcome to attend. (27 Hillview Ave, #09-02, Singapore 669559; 764-0991; usna96@cyberway.com.sg). I appreciate the news, Yu-chih.

The final updates arrive from our fearless leader, Bart Phillips. He is currentiy enjoying the SH-60F FRS in San Diego. Bart and Jill Cesari attended CAPT Martinez' Change of Command ceremony in beautiful San Diego, CA on 28 October 1998. CAPT Martinez served as our Class Officer Representative and was named an honorary member of '96 upon our graduation.

She passed on command of the Military Sealift Command, Pacific and is en route to Hawaii for a tour as a member of CinCPacFlt staff. CAPT Martinez' staunch support of our Class, although often transparent to many eyes, was invaluable to '96 while at the Academy. We wish her the very best witii CinCPacFlt!

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CAPT Martinez, Bart Phillips, and Jill Cesari On the wedding trail, Garrett Smith and his bride, Rachel Walke, were married in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Temple in San Diego, CA on 17 October 1998. Best wishes to you both!

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All of the wonderful beginnings! Thanks, Bart.

Success and happiness to all as we continue to explore the New Year and, for many, transition to new duty stations. As it is said, "Courage is not defined by those who fought and did not fall, but by those who fought, fell, and rose again." ...

Tonya

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Congratulations!

Erika (Kisil) and Brian Spencer Rumor has it that Eric Gardner was wed to his sweetheart in October (If anyone has any details, drop me a line). Shaughna and Brian Giracca celebrated thefr special day as well.

Shaughna and Brian Giracca

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Pres: 2nd Lt Tom Wagner, USMC S e c y : ENS Mike McGreevy, USN 3167 Silver Sands Circle #301 Virginia Beach, VA 23451; h: 757-496-8376 '97, Brian Sandberg sent me a great mndown of who he 's seen and heard from. Classmate updates after a descent sized Army/Navy gathering in the cradle of Naval Aviation; La Tanya and Llonie Cobb, Sara and Aaron Rose, and Lily and Mike Jeron recently arrived at Whiting Field to begin flight training.

Sean Vierra reports enough free time in primary to be a gymnastics coach.

Erik Cyre and Leslie and Ian Hawley (with their six-month-old son, Shawn) transferted to Corpus Christi in January for P-3s.

Michelle Vorce selected out of VT-2 several months back.

Bert Prosser, Isaac Philips, Mark Dennison, Brian Sandberg, Jeff Widenhofer, Laura Holtmier, Kristen (Bowden) Delabarre, Sean Foss, Nick Mantalvanos (Greek Mafia), Chris Sylvester, Emily Homsten, JJ Watson, Sam Wartell, Sky Webb, Kerry Cummings, Lois Remmel (engaged recently to Roland Tink), Matt Hort, Abe Younce (getting married in January), Brett St.George, Kyle Meer and Ryan Phillips joined the ranks of Helo Bubbas at Whiting.

Matt Percy and Andy Baxter winged out of the HT 's in December Pat Cronyn, John Bright, Kim Arrington, Pete Feher, Ariel Klein and Bill Parmentier think they see a light at the end of the NFO pipeline (might just be the beer).

Vicki and Mike Russ, Marine NFO, are expecting a child in June.

Mike Holland winged NFO. Chris Jason is off to Whidbey Island for Prowler ECMO, Jason Denney will head for Oceana very shortly as a Tomcat Rio. Steven Djunaedi is also F-14 back-seater Jeff Krone is in San Diego S-3 NFO. Adam Adams, Greg Provencher, Corey Plocher enjoy drinking with southem folk in Meridian.

Greg also names Steve Walborn, Chris Dollard, Scott Bucher, Eric Odom, and Jenny Drake as soon-to-be jet jocks.

VAW-120 at NAS Norfolk sent a contingent to Philly. Artiving via Winnebago was Art Hodge, Amy and Jason Chuderewicz, Jason Yauman, Eric Bronner, and Randy Cruz.

Norfolk SWOs: Thomas Strenge and Dave Wolynski are onboard LABOON (DDG-58), Eric Pacheco is staff at DesRon. West coast gator Jason Schwarzkopf is married and floating on the LSD GERMANTOWN. Ian Paddock writes from Kingsville; he and Scot Taylor will get their Wings late this spring.

Also zooming about the south Texas skies: Liam Booher, Mike Herbert, Brian Sinclair, Roy Wylie, Cory Cristensen, Rob Poulter, Kevin Martin, and Pete Sheehy. They all want to "get out of Kingsville."

Brian had the following news he got by word of mouth: Noah Collins, John Joseph, Rob Gamble, Will Pressley, Sam Bryant, Lauren Lanier and Cory Koopman are among those working through the E-2/C-2 pilot pipeline.

Some Corpus P-3 drivers, still waiting through pool backups; Sam Gage, Jeff Adams, Brent Ratiiff, Tim Castro, Walt Levantovich, Scott Zimmerman, Chad Holzapfel and Dave Belew.

Brad Butler soloed in South Texas. John Collins is E-6 bound to Oklahoma, with April wedding plans. Jason Cashman is already there.

Ted Fries and John Oliver were winged as EP-3 NFOs in San Antonio.

Van Rypel and Lea Potts are bound for jets in Meridian.

Brian Rosemark is the DCA on the newly commissioned RAVEN (MHC-61), in Ingleside, TX. Kelly Curran is trying to attach herself to a scion of mind-boggling pedigree. Keir Stalhut transferted from subs to metro (Monterey, CA).

Foster Carlile is in primary at Whiting.

Dean Philips is working at BuPers in Memphis.

Bob Mazzarella ended up on a supply ship in Washington and retumed from the Gulf around the holidays.

Tom Adams should soon tour Japan in his E-2.

Casmer Ratkowiak and the former Jennifer Boone were martied in Maryland at Christmas.

Rat selected Marine Helos. Brice Casey and Ann Luers are engaged to be married August '99. Aaron Angell is in North Carolina (USMC logistics) and engaged to Megan Mastell '99.

Apologies to anyone who's name was missed in these lists, and to anyone else who thinks this report is a little weighted toward our aviator Classmates. Send in updates from other communities, please!

Brian eagerly volunteered to be a second point of contact for Shipmate inputs. So, if you are having a hard time reaching me, please call or write Brian and we'll get your inputs into print.

Brian Sandberg, P.O. Box 74, Bushwood, MD 20618; 850-623-0780; sandbag23@hotman.com.

From other sources I've heard that Janine Bailey graduated from Marine Corps Financial Management Officer's School around Thanksgiving.

Owen Glister reported in to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 29 in Jacksonville, NC, late in October.

In November, Jen Meyer was up in Whidbey Island flying after earning her Wings that month.

I called Ryan Roberts, on LAKE ERIE (CG-70) in Hawaii, to see how often he surfs and how everyone else is doing there. His roommate, Paul Celani, CIC officer onboard HOPPER (DDG70), was in the Persian Gulf for the December air strikes on Iraq. Joe Jankowski and Jose Fikes are there on CHOSIN (CG-65). Congratulations to Jose, who got married several months back.

Mo Efimba is on RUEBEN JAMES and Paul

Allgeier is on RUSSELL, a DDG. Ryan met Pete Koprowski in the Hard Rock Cafe one night.

Pete is in Hawaii for restricted line duty. John Mues should be there by now for sub duty, as should John Tinning, Chris Perkins and Ben Robertson for USMC duty.

Ben Moghn got a supply officer job in Diego Garcia but somehow ended up on an amphib in the Indian Ocean and should now be in Italy for his next tour. Ryan had only heard from one Classmate in San Diego, Amy Ruzauskas, a SWO on FLETCHER (DD-992), but he also heard from Luke McConnell and Chris Benson, both Marines at Twentynine Palms. When Ryan last spoke to him, Jason Salinas was doing very well

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as an English teacher at the Academy and was studying at St. Johns as weU. Ryan and I both wanted to congratulate Greg Smith, who was married some time ago.

I also called John Sagaser. who is on a DD in Mayport. John said Shockey Snyder got his SWO pin.

I spoke to Jeff Dee, who just finished sub school in Groton and headed for San Diego to ser\'e on an SSN. Aaron Shelley, in Corpus Christi, informed me that former Classmate, Glenn Todd. graduated OCS and is now in the aviation pipeline shortly behind most '97 folks. Aaron is down there with F r a n k Hooks, Paul Sameit, Tom Shea, L a r r y Ross and Tom Heptig. Aaron also told me that John Bruzza is now deployed to Haiti with his platoon of Marine combat engineers.

Colin Echols called my house looking for Ed Vemon and told me things are going great for him in San Diego. He told me it was 68 degrees there (compared to 20 something in Vfrginia Beach).

Jason Brianas and I happened to meet Jason English while we were riding our motorcycles arotmd. Jason is in intelligence school at Dam Neck, VA. He's getting married soon after he returns from an upcoming deployment on RCKDSEVELT.

Congramlations to Paul Felini. Firstie year, Paul frequentiy asked me "when you getting the ring?" When I, or any other Companymate with a serious girlfriend retumed from a weekend visiting thefr significant other. Now, of course, Paul is engaged to be married in the spring of 2000. Best wishes Paul and Heidi.

Nick Nuzzo wrote me a letter from Boston.

He is at MTT with Nate Schenk, L a u r a (Almdale) Murphy, Pat Saxton, Bob Bibeau and Mike Toribio, with Dan Feliz crosstown at Harvard. Nick is now in TBS. He sent pictures and word of Chris Fotos and Asha White's wedding. They tied the knot last May on Chris' dad's yacht in Annapolis. J a k e Foret, Tim Erickson and Andie Wylie attended the wedding. To those who write, thanks and keep writing. Stay in touch '97â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Groove.

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Pres: David F o r m a n e: DSForman@aol.com; h; 843-856-2976 Vice Pres: John Chau Treas: Daniel J. Martin Sec'y: Shawn C. Gee Cort. Sec'y: Carrie Howe 44237 Webster, Canton, MI 48187 e: Ljohowe@aol.com Thank you Great '98 for keeping the letters coming. It's great to hear from all of you, all over the world. I am writing this just after getting back to Charleston from my holiday leave. I hope everyone who had leave enjoyed it, best of luck in '99.1 saw David Danelo and Steve Le at the Los Angeles Airport. Steve is getting his master's at University of Maryland, and Dave was on his way back to Quantico. It was good seeing both of them, small world. Now on to the letter from the fleet: Dan Hallock deployed on 5 December on board CLEVELAND (LPD-7) for a West Pac craise.

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reported on board on 4 December He'll be working in Deck Division under the 1st LT. From Dave Hickey: Flight school is going alright. I am finishing API tomorrow (12/9/98) and the wait for pilots to get into primary is 3-4 months right now. So, there are a ton of people just hanging around down here: Pat Mattes, Chris Canniff, Nate WiUiams, Nate Paukovitz, Steve Hotish, Mike McPhail, Chris Smith and Ben Duelly to name a few. Gene Brown was removed from Flight School out at Vance AFB because he puked every single flight that he took. He is now in Newport. (Good luck to Gene).

From Winston Scott, who is deployed on ENTERPRISE:

I entered Aviation Maintenance Officer (aka Aerospace Maintence Duty Officer). This community had a fast O^ck. 1 went to a ten week school in Pensacola in AUG, checked into my squadron (VFA-37 BULLS an F-18 squadron) and we deployed on 6 November So yes, 1 spent my Thanksgiving here in the Persian Gulf underway. Nothing like a Turkey dinner in a ship's warcfroom wearing a flight deck jersey and khakis.

From Meghan Forehand; Hello from Enid. For all of you that aren't famiUar with the greater Oklahoma territory, that would be the home of Vance AFB. This land locked crew is growing larger by the day. Roy Barber. BiU TuU. Jeremy VeUon. Eric Poss, Matt WilUams. Keith Henderson and I have put in a few months of hard labor Nate Bitz, Noel Rodriguez, Wayne Patras, Clayton Shane and Bill Davey have joined us but the ttouble makers are rolling in to join the next class...Aaron Shoemaker. Todd Sawhill, Brian Bradford and Mike Harvey. Most of us have suffered major AimapoUs (i.e. civiUzation) withdrawal. The maU here doesn't have a Gap but they do seU John Deere ttactors! (Yes, in the maU!) They don't seU Snapple here either. Wefrd. Vance is just a wee bit cUfferent from P-Cola. We're putting in 12hour days, rolling in at 5:00a.m. and out at 5:00p.m. and yes. we have to do things called "stand ups" which are reminiscent of Plebe summer rate fests. However, we areflyingjets! Can't complain about that! Besides all that we're having a good time teaching these zoomies how to fly and escaping to Oklahoma City when we can.

If anybody is trying to ttack down somebody that is here, you can write or call me and I'll let them know. It's a real small world out here in no mans land. Hope all you sea-bound people are having good times. Meghan Forehand: mforehand@ emd.com 580-234-4583, PSC Box 4393. Vance AFB, OK, 73705.

From Christopher Keith: The first round of NFOs have graduated from Primary Flight Training from VT-4 down here in Pensacola. Derrick Dudash and Brian Vanyo will be staying in VT-4 after graduation for intermediate flight ttaining and Katie Baldwin, Joel White and myself, wiU be heading off to Randolf AFB in San Antonia for Nav Training in January.

From Pat Faye in Quantico: Delta company just graduated on 17 December Let me give you a list of the MOS's. Pat Faye, Jason Smith, Daryl Daulton. Sam Russel, Tory Hinkson, Brad Ledbetter and John Schroeder all received Infantry as their MOS. Henry Kayser will be a Light Armored Reconaissance officer. Neil Potts and Pau! AveUino both got Ground Intelligence. Dave Baas got Amphibious Assault Vehicles. Jim Brady (the King of Battie) will be an artillery officer. Ron Wisdom got financial management Cory Thorton, Billy Kirby and Gabby Bolton all got logistics. Will Millett got Air Support Conttol. Jeremy Winters got Air Defense. Rob Flannery got Aviation Supply and won the PT award for Delta Company. Melissa Martin got Adjutant. Becca Chany got Engineers. Al Kagen picked up the only non-aviation conttact pilot spot in the Class. Other than that, we are all pretty glad to be done with TBS, even though a good

number of us wiU be in Quantico until late March at the Infantry Officer's Course. Semper Fi I From Mike Files: Hafa Adai! Greetings from Guam, where America's day begins. I hope your holiday season was a meraorable one. Well Christmas marked my sixth month stationed at U.S. Naval Forces Marianas, Guam. Probably the only person who would have known anything about this island would have been our valedictorian Peter Lombard, considering he is from this small island (32 miles long and 12 miles at its widest point.) Anyway, I write for all those sailors/marines who wiU be participating in Tandem Thrast '99, one of the largest military exercises in the Pacific during March/April. I wanted to let everyone know if they are planning on coming out to get in touch with me if they have any questions about Guam. I am currentiy the Protocol Officer here in the Civil-Military Affairs department Take care and god bless. ENS Michael Files, Civ-Mil Affairs/Protocol. ComNavMar (N5). PSC 455 BOX 152, FPO AP 96540-1300, N52@guam.navy.mil. w: 671-339-8833; pgr: 671-635-0732; h: 671-647-6364.

From John Bowman: There are about 20 of us left at NAPS. We'U be going to SWOS 29 January '99. Of course none of us have a clue yet what ships we'U be getting. They won't teU us until we get to SWOS. We're here at NAPS trying our best to prepare tiie fumre Class of '03 for USNA, USCGA and USMMA. Brenda Wachowiak married Tom Berres '97 on a beach in St. Croix over the Christmas break. Wish them the best if you would.

From Joe Femenia: I am writing to let you know some of the latest news from BUD/S. Coleman Ruiz and Bridget Stamp just got engaged over the Christinas holidays. In fact upon retuming back to BUD/S, the instractors were so ecstatic to hear the news that they personaUy congratulated him by sending him to the surf zone to get wet...

More from the SEALs, this time from Mike Wisecup: Beef, Russel Tate and Jarrod Donaldson come in Febraary for class 224. John Cremins is awaiting class 223 to finish Hell Week, then he will join in again.

Jason Lavarias is awaiting 223 to start Dive phase, then he will join again. Ed Yealdhall, Larry Yatch. Hull. Brooks HoUan and I are in Dive Phase with class 222. Brandon Roach.

Rick UUman, Chris Irwin '97. Curt Cronin.

Coleman Ruiz, Joe Femenia and Dave SUverman are in third phase with class 221.221 graduates 26 Febraary. 222 graduates 30 April.

And finally, from Cole Bryan: Unfortunately around here in civiUan world at UNC I do not have much contact with anything military related except for one other med student on HPSP scholarship. She is straight from undergrad and has no clue about what she is getting into. I wish I had some story or info to enlighten our blurb in Shipmate, but I don'tâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;except that Gross Anatomy beats EE and any Chemistry lab hands down.

Thanks to everyone who sent me a message.

From what I've heard, everyone enjoys reacUng the article, and the only reason that they do is because of your messages. Please keep them coining. I will catch all of you in April...

Fair winds... DSF

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ALABAMA Alabama Chapter RADM John T. Natter, USNR (Ret.) '62 2101 6tii Avenue North-Suite 700 Birmingham, AL 35203 w; 205-254-3216 e; jnatter@gorham-walcfrep.con

Huntsville Chapter LtCol Thomas M. Colman, USAF (Ret.) '56 100 Ruskin Drive Madison, AL 35758 h; 256-837-0677 e: t.colman@worldnet.att.net December is a busy month for the Huntsville Chapter We began the month, of course, cheering on Navy against Army. We were doing very well until the stand mishap slowed Navy's game. We had about ten members and guests show up, but we were having too much fun to take a role call.

We also held our regular monthly lunch at the Fogcutter; but as usual, our best event of the year is the annual Midshipman limch, where we invite the local Midshipmen and thefr guests to have lunch with us. Our lone attendee from the Academy this year was MIDN 4/C Jonathan Gandy with his mother, father, sister and brother He spoke of his desfre to go into systems engineering when he graduates and responded to many questions about Ufe in general at Navy. Of particular interest, was his recovmting of thefinalminutes of the 150-pound football game against Army.

It is the one time of the year when Alumni individuaUy talk about their accomplishments since leaving Navy and reminisce about some of the events that meant so much to them while they were attending the Academy. Much of the conversation this year centered around eating, and of all things, cannonball races. All agreed that the rounded education of the Academy prepared each of us for systems work after graduation.

Alumni attending were Robert Brown '49; Betsy and Tom Colman '56; Merrita and Ed Jackson '58; James Pointer '78 and his mother, Nancy; Fritz Steiner '57, and Frank Tatom '56.

Ed Jackson '58 Edjackson @ aimet. net

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Col PhiUp R. Moulton, USAF (Ret) '58 7500 East McCormick Parkway #14 Scottsdale, AZ 85258 h: 602-596-2975; 602-607-^^ e; moultonaz@aol.com The Arizona Chapter of the USNA AA met at Aunt Chilada's Restaurant in Phoenix on 8 October 1998. President Phil Moulton '58 said the next meeting would be an evening meeting at the Four Peaks Microbrewery in Tempe, on 12 November A meeting or party in conjunction with the Navy basketball team participating in the Sun Devil Classic in late December was being planned.

Present were Jim Seamans '42, Jody and Bob May '45, Art Mehigan '48, Sue and Bill Harper '51, Deke Harrison '53, Chuck Horrowitz '54, Wally Bigler '56, Roy Hejhall '56, Ron Stoll '57, Phil Moulton '58, Don Jones '58, Gus Littiefleld

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'59, Pete Lumianski '65, Pete Reinlger '65, Roger Mehagian '48, Art Kinneberg '46, Chuck Hill '66, Skip Lind '75, and Associate Sally Goodale. Hortowitz '54, Wally Bigler '56, BiU Morrison '57, The guest speaker, Alan Korwin, is an author, R.B. Renner '57, Jim Bames '62, Pete Reiniger pubUsher, trainer and executive coach. He dis'65, Don Marquart '73, Tim Kobosco '80, Harty cussed the current gun laws, media representation, Rouse '77, Jim Pigtrocini '80, Col Fred Davidson, govemment guile, and how they threaten the sec- USMC (Ret.) '72; CAPT John Lester, USNR (Ret.); ond and tenth amendments of the Constitution.

Eric Medona '99, Ed Steppens '01, Judy Steppens '02, Craig Speer, parent; Sally Goodale, Associate.

December was a busy month for the Arizona Chapter of the Naval Academy Alumni Association. The joint Army/Navy game party with the West Point grads was held on 5 December 1998.

Despite the result, a good time rooting for Navy was had by tiie following: Phil Moulton '58, Pete Lumianski '65, Derk Hartison '53, Roger Drew '51, Joe Casasanto '59, C.S. Edwards, Ruth and Bob May, Helen Ort, Roy Jones, Pat and Pete Reiniger '65, Karen and Denny McComb '65, Karen and Tom Inderlied '60, Roger Hill, Ed Howard, Dulcita and Scott Love '89, Jack Cremin '64, LT Adrian Sanchez, USN '86; LT Jason Jones, I to r: RADM Marryott '57, Phil Moulton '58 and Jim USN '96; Wak Peters '58, Jack Davis, Dave Seamans '42 Marshall, Pat and Dan McGulnick, Ed Brezinski, and Mike Tuzzoco.

Prior to the Navy/Arizona State University basketball game, a tailgate party was held at the Wells Fargo area in Tempe, AZ, on 28 December Attending were; Phil Moulton '58, John Drake '89, Tom Inderlied '60, Bud Meador, Associate; Craig Speer, Parent; Jim Pietrocini ' 80, RADM Ron Marryott 1 to r: Phil Moulton, RADM Marryott, Jan Moulton '57, Tim Kobosco '80, Bill Morrison '57, Judy and Ed Steffen, parents; Art Kinneberg '46, Ron Bishop '57, Jason Gibson '97, Mike Klooster '85, Art Mehagian '48, Wally Bigler '56, Dave Peterson '85, John Rogers '60, Bob Boyd '55, MIDN Kory Schuknecht, Lael Wojic '90, also the coach's wife; Van States '91, John Reeder, parent; Ted Nolan, Bud Pakovski, Chuck Dequez.

A special Alumni Chapter meeting was held on 1 to r: RADM Marryott Phil Moulton, RADM John 29 December at the Beer Eaters Restaurant in Phoe- (Jack) Fisher '47 nix. Our guest speaker was RADM Ron Marryott '57, President of the Alumni Association. ADM Marryott states the need for continued communication between the individual Alumni and the Alumni Association. He indicated a 45% retum on polls, which is good. He is trying to keep the USNA image before the public, both for recraiting and fundraising. The USNA superintendent billet is now a three star, four to five year tour for stability and growth. Midshipmen leadership in Bancroft Hall on evenings and weekends is again being 1 to r: Phil Moulton, Fred Davidson, CAPT John Lester stressed. Alumni support of grads leaving the ser- (Blue & Gold coordinator for Arizona) vice, due to downsizing, is also being implemented.

The next meeting was scheduled for 14 January At the meeting were: Jim Sedmons '42, Bob May 1999, at Aunt Chiladas, Dream Drow Lane, Phoe'45, Jack Fisher '47, Ed Chapline '48, Arf nix, AZ, at 11:30 a.m.

Charles L, Horrowitz '54

1 to r: RADM Fisher, Hon. Fred Davidson 111 (Blue & Gold Officer of Northem Arizona), Tim Kobosko, RADM Marryott, Phil Moulton

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CALIFORNIA Los Angeles Chapter J. Michael Wray '85 18881 Von Karman-Suite 800 frvine.CA 92612 w; 949-833-5868 e: James.wray@equitable.com Jonathan Club Dining Out and Army/Navy Game Party Maj Gen Mike Hagee '68, Commanding General 1st Marine Division, and his wife, Silke, were our guests of honor at this year's weekend festivities surtountUng the annual gridfron clash at the Los Angeles Jonathan Club on 4 and 5 December Approximately 80 Alumni, Woops and guests thoroughly enjoyed the Friday night reception and Formal Dining Out, later retiring to one of the Club's rooms. This year, there was a much larger crowd of West Pointers in attendance at the Friday night Dining Out; and though failing miserably, they gamely attempted to match wits with us and defend thefr honor Cigars, drinks and socializing followed in the rooftop lounge.

Alumni attending the Dining Out included: George Carrington '45, Winfred Littie '51, Dick Herkner '53, Si Kittler '53, John Cannon '55, Don Mitchell '57, Vic Prashan '57, Bob Bootii '59, Danny Musselman '60, Gene Mitchell '61, Mike Bart '62, Ed Hurst '62, Paul Pendorf '62, Mike Hagee '68, Hugh Batten '69, BUI Conkle '69, Peter Damisch '75, Brad Little '76, Mike Seaver '83, Steve Shatynski '83, Jeff Nordsttom '92 and Jake Skala '92.

The Club's Tap Room was the scene for Saturday's game day brunch and party, where a crowd of nearly 100 were in attendance to cheer on thefr respective teams. Great conversation, food and drink tempered our ultimate disappointment with the results of the game. AU involved look forward to an even bigger, more successful event and of course, a Navy win next year. Although a number of the Friday night attendees left to participate in the Orange County game party, the Alumni at the Jonathan Club for the game included; George Carrington '45, Bill NeweU '48, Wmfred Little '51, Dick Herkner '53, John Cannon '55, Don Mitchell '57, Vic Pmshan '57, Gene MitcheU '61, Mike Bart '62, Ed Hurst '62, Paul Pendorf '62, Ron Benigo '64, Hank Salemo '64, Jim KeUy '66, Steve Andres '67, Bill Conkle '69, Peter Danusch '75, Nick Flacco '76, Brad Little '76, MUce MishUc '86, Greg HiU '87, Jeff Nordstrom '92 and Jake Skala '92.

All Academy Military Ball The Annapolis Parents Club really did an outstanding job in thefr annual holiday festivities. This year's All Academy Military Ball at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Long Beach was superb! The 20 December black-tie event marked the 20th year that the Annapolis Parents Club has hosted this gala, which is one of the highlights of the Holiday season for the local Midshipmen and Cadets. Featuring a fine dinner, great dancing and fellowship between Midshipmen and Cadets from the Naval Academy, the Coast Guard Academy, the Merchant Marine Academy, the Afr Force Academy and West Point, the overall attendance this year exceeded 450 people. Most of the attendees were parents and their Midshipmen and Cadets, although some of the local Aluinni did attend. The dubious honor of being the most senior class present went to the Class of '55, with two members present. Seaborn Wade '55 had the pleasure of cutting the Naval Academy cake, accompanied by tiie youngest Midshipman present. Each Academy had a similar cake cutting, which was very impressive. AU in all, it was a great evening and one that more Alumni should plan to attend in the future.

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Alumni present included John Cannon '55, Seabom Wade '55, Danny Musselman '60, Joe Tenney '60, Dick Glasow '67, Aaron Watts '78 and Karl Tenney '87.

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Monterey Bay Chapter CDR John J. Branson, Jr., USN (Ret) '50 1281 Sylvan Road Monterey, CA 93940-4942 h: 408-375-8603 e: JJBransnjr@aol.com

Sacramento Chapter CDR James N. D'Orso, USN (Ret) '52 809 Dragonfly Court Roseville, CA 95747 h: 916-771-8950 e: Frank_Blake@msn.com A full house showed up for the December meeting on 3 December 1998 at the Palomino Club, Watt and El Camino, Sacramento. In order of seniority, attendees included SOPA Mo Slater '42 and his lovely bride, Carolyn; Joe Drachnik '43; Marion Logan ('43), honorary member and fave; Tom Hartigan '47, senior ensign of the Navy; Betty and Bill Spencer '47; Lou Renz '47; Mary Lee and Ed Axtell '48; Barry Whittlesey '49; John Green '51; Chapter President Jim D'Orso '52; Rosemary and Chapter Treasurer John Lally '56; Albert Johnston '57; Bruce Friederich '57; George Simmons '61; Jack Everett '64; Dr. Harry Hoffman '61; Dave McKie '66; Chapter Secretary Steve Berg '66; Chapter Vice President Dr. Terry Brown '67; Pat Smith; honorary members, Rita and RADM Jim McHugh (Penn); and guests. Art German and Tom Brady.

President Jim D'Orso informed the membership that, in the competition for the 13th "At Large" Chapter, Sacramento has been chosen for the twoyear period commencing at the completion of the spring 1999 board meeting. Our Chapter, then will represent all the otherwise-unrepresented Chapters in matters of the Board of Tmstees. Areas judged in the competition included participation, our onair PBS fund-raising activities, 21 yearly events and interface with the Blue & Gold program/representatives. John Haynes '55, our past president with exttaordinary vision, who also prepared the submission, has been selected by President Jim D'Orso '52 to sit on the Board as our Chapter representative. Because of John's conscientious contributions on behalf of all of us in the Sacramento area, he is the unanimous choice of the membership and was endorsed by an acclamation. Congratulations, and thank you, John!

A guest of the Chapter was Art German, who is, and has been for some time, a columnist in the "Neighbors" section of the Sacramento Bee. Art's sometimes-Ughthearted, always interesting, weekly column is an article we look forward to seeing every Tuesday.

The sad news for the month was President Jim's announcement of the passing of Chapter Member Jerry Clark '62, who lived in Davis. While Jerry's schedule as a stock broker made it impossible for him to attend many meetings, he was a friend to all, widely-known and well-liked. The monthly calls to remind Jerry of the meeting date and place over the past several years, always resulted in warm conversation and some pleasant chuckles. Jerry will be missed, and we honor his memory.

Dave McKie '66, Chapter workhorse and program chairman, introduced our speaker, Tom

Brady, a former USAF fighter pilot, w ho served 16 years on active duty and eight years in the Reserves. Tom pointed out that he came up through the ranks as a Mustang ("That's not the way to do it..." he explained) and flew F86 and FIOO. Originally from Cleveland, he served in Korea and Europe. From the Air Force, Tom joined American Afrlines, flying different afrcraft and finally retfring ten years ago as a pilot of 767s.

Tom now lives in Aubum and spoke to us about his favorite charitable organization, "Los MecUcos Voladares" ("The Flying Doctors"). With a very limited budget and 275 dedicated big-hearted members in Northem Califomia, the group provides medical services to people of all ages in viUages on the Baja that otherwise might well pass their entire lives without seeing a doctor The organization that began 23 years ago now boasts 165 members in the Los Gatos area, 35-40 in Monterey, 65 in Aubum and about 30 in the Golden Gate chapter A typical trip will start on Thursday with a pilot, medical professional (doctor or dentist), mecUcal technician, linguist and volunteer boarcUng one or two private afrcraft with suppUes and equipment, and flying initially for three to four hours to Mexicali, Tijuana or Ensenada as port-of-entry.

(Tom explained that they used to fly to the mainland also, but there were too many poUtical problems that could not be overcome.) After clearing customs, which sometimes turns out to be no small accompUshment (on occasion, Mexican authorities do not cooperate wholeheartedly, appear to be afraid of these mercy missions from the U.S. that might mean loss of income to local Mexican doctors), they then fly another two to three hours into very remote canyons and villages, with runways of questionable dependabiUty. The doctor or dentist may see 60 to 70 patients each day, for two days, under very primitive conditions, and the services are sorely needed. There is no govemment or private care at all in most of these isolated villages, and few of the patients have ever seen a doctor or dentist, let alone enjoy treatment. The time spent there is very intense, since they all feel an obUgation to see as many patients as possible. Unfortunately, they often have to pack up the aircraft and leave before being able to see all the natives with mecUcal needs. Since Mexican law prohibits VFRflyingby private aircraft after dark, timetables have to be rather strictiy adhered to.

Mr Brady, who pilots his own Beechcraft Bonanza to Mexico on these missions of mercy, is nicknamed "Mr. Sterile," since sterilization of medical instraments is one of the duties he has been assigned. He related a poignant story of a recent trip to one of these outback villages. He had flown a dentist down that weekend; and stood by, assisting as patient after patient lined up for hours to be seen. One of the villagers was a 41-year old grandmother, who had just three teeth, having lost the others to normal usage, damage and decay. Inspection revealed that two of the remaining ones were diseased and had to be removed, and she requested that all three be removed. The surgery was performed, and she had to lie on a cot in the tent for about an hour, due to the bleecUng involved.

The next day, as more villagers lined up before dawn, Tom noticed that yesterday's grandmother patient had joined the throng waiting to be seen.

There was concem that she might have had some bleeding problems, but she waited patientiy in line for about three hours for her tum. When she finally reached the head of the line, she did nothing but touch the dentist's arm and speak softly, "Gracias." As they watched, she slowly walked out of sight into the hills; no one spoke for several minutes. Then, the technician tumed to the dentist

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and Tom and said, "You're crying." Tom admitted, "Yes, it's a crying moment." And they enjoyed the unexpected reinforcement of the feelings that had led them to join "Los MecUcos Voladares" in the first place.

The contributions of all members of this organization are quite significant, in that they first of all pony up to $200 each, per trip, and are granted $65 by the chapter For a flight with three, this means $795 for a round-trip, 14-hour excursion; this does not pay the bills. They have searched widely for funding, and have sent 71 letters for grant money. They have received only two responses, resulting in $2,200; nice, but a mere pittance when compared to the actual expenses incurred. Further, the doctors and dentists lose two to two and a half days' wages every trip they take.

But, as Tom didn't have to explain, you could see it in his eyes and hear it in his voice; the good that is done and the satisfaction of this incredibly humanitarian effort are their own reward.

The meeting ended with a rendition of Navy Blue and Gold, which sounded surprisingly good, especially considering that our local association had not done this as a group for many years.

San Diego/Coronado Chapter CAPT Robert G. Stevenson, USN (Ret.) '60 1060 Calle Mesita Bonita,CA 91902-2406 h; 619-475-1926; w; 619-475-1864 e: tobac@cts.com Army/Navy Game Party With the exception of the final score, we had a great time at out Trophy's Annual Army/Navy Game Party. We had 156 Alumni present; and when we add on the family members and the nineteen West Point grads, the total was 319. The class with the greatest number present and the Gold Medal Class for the day was the Class of 1966, with twelve Alums. Close in second place was the class of 1968, with eleven. The bronze medal was shared by '64 and '71, with ten Alums each. The Army grads were most congenial and did not cheer too much, especiaUy since they were outoumbered by eight to one.

As a Ufe long Red Sox fan, your scribe will repeat those oft muttered words with a Boston accent, "Wait'U next year."

December Luncheon We welcomed a change of venue for our December Luncheon. We visited Tom Ham's Lighthouse on Harbor Island in San Diego Bay. It is connected to the city by a short nartow isthmus.

For you navigation buffs, the lighthouse atop the stmcture is a registered navigation aid.

CAPT George Galdorisi '70, Chief of Staff, CmDesGra Three, was a retuming speaker on two counts. Ffrst, he had just retumed from the Gulf with the ABRAHAM LINCOLN Battle Group/EssEX Amphibious Ready Group. Secondly, he had spoken at one of our Chapter luncheons more than a year ago, again upon his retum from a deployment.

George's article in the December '98 Shipmate covers just about everything except for the humaninterest anecdotes. George told us about some of the unsung heroes that will never gain the recognition beyond what they and their shipmates know to be unselfish and in some cases, devotion to duty.

Seven other members of '70 honored thefr Classmate with their presence.

Attending were; Bob Leeman '34, Skeet Bemis '39, Fred Clarke '39, Art Fischer '39, Gene Fartell '42, Art Battson '44, Dick De Prez '44, Ralph Frame '44, Howard Greer '44, Dave Henderson '44, Hugh Rosania '44, Gov Ward '44, Ed Behm '45, Chic Bowling '46, Harriet and Ed Ellis '46,

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San Diego Group Bob Gorton '46, Lou Guertin '47, Walt Krstich '47, Bill RusseU '47, BiU Ayers '48, Jim Gammon '48, Chuck Gorder '48, Bill Broughton '49, Stan Counts '49, Mark Fmdden '50, Wayne Jensen '50, Stan Neander '50, Lee Boh '51, Andy Kremm '51, Bob Morris '52, Jim Woolway '52, Paul Dudley '53, Jim Rodgers '53, Hugh Webster '55, Jerry Fulk '56, Bill Crowe '57, Pat Henry '57, Tom Fleming '58, Pete Hekman '58, Jim Cartwright '59, Joe Keeley '59, Bill Lloyd '60, George Marburger '60, John Schmidt '60, Jack Shaw '60, Bob Stevenson ' 60, Tom B alley ' 61, Dave Bmmmersted ' 61, Don Grinnell ' 6 1 , Myron Fleming '62, John Kelly '62, Tom Stone '62, Chuck Helsper '63, Jeff Clough '64, Otis Cole '66, Bob Martin '66, John Ronchetto '66, Tom Sommers '67, Dawn and Dennis Bussey '69, Trip Beattie '70, Charlie Carey '70, NeU Finn '70, George Galdorisi '70, Jeff Krstich '70, Bob McPhail '70, Ken Slaght '70, Pat Tierney '70, BruceLinder'71, JimWard '71, Frank Gorris '72, Son Rick and Steve Landry '74, Tim Naple '75, Tom Behrle '77, Dave Rodriguez '78, John Starges, '78, Doug Stone '79, Rich Carlquist '80, Randy Fariey '80, Barbette Lowndes '80, Tom Sloan '80, Steve Streightiff' 80, Scott Brown '81, Scott Hubal ' 8 1 , Dan Craun ' 8 2 , Bob Rubin ' 8 2 , Kurt Kammerer '83, Mike Midgley '85, Alex Garcia '90, Mike Umstead '90, Kim McNealy ' 9 1 , Dave Jensen '92 and John Tarzon '92.

Luncheon Venue Change With the Admiral Kidd Club about to be shut down for renovation, actually rebuilding, all monthly luncheons will be held at Tom Ham's Lighthouse. Any changes to this policy will be promulgated in the monthly newsletter, on the web page and by our telephone hotline.

Annual Chapter Elections We will be holding the annual election for our Chapter officers and four of our twelve Directors.

A nominating committee has been formed, but the election is an open event. So, if you are interested in serving our Chapter, please contact any officer or director, and we'll pass your name and qualifications along.

Business and Career Networking Forum Are you looking for a transitional or career change? Or, if you already have an established business and career and are looking to hire a Service Academy Alum, or increase your market share, then the Networking Foram is for you.

Our forams are held on the second Friday of every month at The Bread Basket on Miramar Road at the 1-15 interchange (Miramar Road and 1-15), just to the east of MCAS Miramar. This is a joint

service fomm/network in company with the West Point Alumni group from here in San Diego. Air Force Academy Alums here are also participating.

There is plenty of parking available at The Bread Basket/Holiday Inn complex.

The foram is a great place to drop off a business card or two or even a "flyer" describing your services. For $6.50 (cash, no checks, and if you can please bring the exact amount) you get all of the networking described above, plus juice, coffee, pastries, muffins and assorted fruits.

There is a lot of exposure. Bring along a friend, or bring your boss along. An academy ring is not required. There is no need to make reservations, but please check the hotiine (619-279-USNA) for any possible or unexpected changes.

Our Networking Coordinator is Dave Fennell '87. He is keeping up the work search/networking database for the Chapter and area. If you would like to be included send the following information to David: Name, Occupation, Company, Address, Phone (work and home), email address, and What kind of work you are searching for! Email him at dfennell@bradley-morris.com, or write to Dave at Bradley-Morris, 4225 Executive Square #390, La JoUa, CA 92037.

Homepage (http://www.san.rr.coiii/alumni/) Hotiine (619-279-USNA) Please check out the information on both the homepage and hotiine. This information is updated frequently; but if you have a question, please ask.

There is a lot of other information of both standing and short-term importance.

Don Grinnell '61

San Fransisco Chapter CDR Edward F. Cotter, Jr., USN (Ret) '73 11 Las Palomas Orinda, CA 94563 h; 925-253-8260 e: edward.cotter@kp.org

Are you a m e m b e r of the Robert Means Thompson Society?

Please call Jennifer John at the Naval A c a d e m y Planned Giving Office to discuss m e m bership 410-293-1939.

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CDR WUliam J. Stewart, USNR (Ret.) '63 1617 Las Canoas Road Santa Barbara, CA 93105 h: 805-962-0703;w; 805-963-1863

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Army/Navy Game The annual gathering at the Biltmore Coral Casino for a gourmet branch and victory celebration attracted a record turnout of seventy-odd alums, families and guests. More people attended, in fact, than there was room for under the previous room configurations, but OinC Tom Long '33 tumed the lemon into lemonade by importing a projection TV with an enormous screen from Hawaii (don't ask), mobilizing the staff, changing seating arrangements, and opening a patio annex for pre-game diners. The accommodations were perfect; the weather was glorious; the company was delightful, and the victory celebration was postponed for a year.

While Tom Long was SOPA, as usual, the senior graduate present was Cam McConnell, USMA '31, father of Joe McConnell '64, in attendance with his daughter, Jennifer The junior graduate was Shawn Cullen '90 and his wife, Anne, a range of 59 years!

Also gracing us with her presence, was Bemice, widow of John Nielsen '37. As is always our custom, widows were invited as guests of the organization; and as is always her custom, Bemice paid her own way and did not allow arguments.

Others in attendance were Margaret and Larry Lovig '39, Freda and Neil Fisher '40, Betty and Bob Newcomb '40, Pat and Wes Gebert '42, Molly, Nancy, and Rusty King '44, Ginger, Rob, and Bob Puddicombe '45, Jacqueline and Don Iselin '46, Phil Conley '50, Jartel and Fr John Fuller '52, Rae Richerson '52, Carolyn and Bill Britton '53, Delene and Stanton Keck '54, Celina and Breeze McHale '55 with guest Dick Bodie, Ray Medeiros '55 with Barb Obinger, Pinky and Norm Palladino '55, Suzy and Jim Clark '56, Judy and Bob Quinn '56, Teeny and Steve Bond '57, Fran and Vern Hanna '58, Barbra and Gary Minar '58, Nancy and Bill Kelly '59, LiUian and Jim Osborn '59, Kathie and Treasurer Jim McClure '63, President Bill Stewart '63 with daughters, MacKenzie and Susan, and Elizabeth Truesdail, Eva and Jay Becker '68, Jim McConnell '75, Cindy and Mark Costello '76, Mike Blumenberg '86, and Maryanne and Sean Coughlin '87.

Missing was Chapter Founder Hart Kait '34 who was attending a funeral, although not, he assured us, his own. Navy's loss on the field might perhaps be attributed to this absence in the stands.

Bill Britton '53 805-682-8590 billyboy@sb.net

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society? Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership 410-293-1939.

CAPT Daniel Branch, Jr., USN (Ret) '59 555 Apollo Drive Boulder, CO 80303-5002 h: 303-499-0337; w; 303-966-4833 e: dbranchjr@aol.com: website: www.mindspring. com/~usnaaacolorado/ The Colorado Chapter joined with the Denver West Point Society of Graduates and both the USNA and West Point Parents Clubs, in Denver to cheer on the Army/Navy game. Over 100 Alums and over 50 parents lunched and had a great time See photos below.

Dan Branch '59 w: 303-966-4833 h: 303-499-0337 DBRANCHJR @aol. com

CONNECTICUT Connecticut Chapter Robert R. Figura '58 Five Crescent Courtâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Box 3292 (jroton Long Point, CT 06340-8112 h: 860-536-2206 e: mdbr24A@prodigy.com The Connecticut Chapter had a first during December 1998: two major events in a single month (actually just a week apart). The first was the annual Army/Navy game party, and the second was a dinner meeting featuring USNA Dean, Bill Miller '62, as our speaker The Army/Navy game party was held at Arch's Pizza Shop in Rocky Hill; and true to the proprietor's promise, there was plenty of food for all. The only problem with the party was the outcome of the game. Enjoying the camaraderie of the aftemoon were: Dave Warner '44, Pauline and John Totri '50, Chuck Lounsbury '64, Paul Hoar '66, Carl Franzoni '69, John Sweeney '71, Bill Nadeau '72, Laura and Brian Fell '82, Eric Wood '87 and Scott Blundo '92.

The following Friday, 11 December, we had a special dinner meeting at the Graduate Club in New

Colorado Chapter; Our most senior graduates: Wayne Brown '37, G.C. Clementson, USMA '42, Elizabeth Brown and Mrs. Clementson

L M Colorado Chapter: West Point Society President Lou Schroeder, USMA '59; USNA Associate Member Dr. Gerald English; Colorado Chapter President Dan Branch '59, and Dan Good '46.

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Haven. The affair was made particularly memo- Other Future Events Saturday, 13 March: Navy/Southern Connecticut rable by the enthusiastic presentation made by Gymnastics meet in New Haven.

Dean Miller on the state of academics and attitudes Sunday, 18 April: Corabined raeeting with at the Naval Academy. We had a nice crowd of Parents Club of (Connecticut at the Hartford ArNaval Academy Alumni, members of the Parents mory Officers' Club. (Note: this meeting will be Club of Connecticut, and three new (Class of 2003) held on a Sunday afternoon.)

Naval Academy nominees and their parents. EvMay: potential submarine underway craise in eryone who attended, remarked on what a superb Long Island Sound (to be reshicted to paid-up memmeeting this was and how the Naval Academy is bers,firstcome,firstserved.) Detailed information will be distiibuted in the Chapter newsletter. fortunate to have a person like Bill Miller as the Dean of Academics.

The attendance list included; Dwight COSTA RICA Wadsworth '48, Pauline and John Totri '50, Ursula and Sam Connor '54, Nancy and Ed Costa Rica Chapter Lovely '56, Dave Anderson '58, Bemadette and ^ Bob Figura '58, Ellen and Tony Marks '59, Liz Claudio A. Pacheco '64 â&#x20AC;˘ and Joe Hansen '61, Elaine and Ira Livingston Apt 4307-1000 San Jose, Costa Rica '61, Sharon and Dave Stryker '61, Chuck Lounsbury '64, Pete Kruse '69, Roxanne and e: cpacheco@sol.racsa.co.cr John Feeney '71, Bobby Armes '85, Scott Blundo '92, and Associate Member, Tom Maxwell, and his wife, Loraine. From the Parents Club DELAWARE of Connecticut, we had Presidents, Letitia and Delaware Chapter George Minukas (Mark Minukas '99), Historians Roslyn and Ray Pilewski (Philip Pilewski '79 Frank S. "Nick" Carter, IH '70 and Jerome Pilewski '97), and Joe Carilli (Joseph 9 Nebraska Avenue CarilU, Jr. '94). The three nominees for 2003 were RO. Box 266 Mark Gordon. Michael Souza, and Sean Rich- Lewes, DE 19958 ard. All three had just received their nomination h: 302-644-4838; e: nick.carter@dol.net announcements the previous week, and were administered by Associate Member, Tom Maxwell, who is the Blue & Gold Officer for the Cheshire FLORIDA area. (Sec 'y: Incidentally, Tom is really doing a spectacular job. As of this writing, he has a total of five Fort Lauderdale Chapter nominations for the Class of 2003. Bravo Zulu, Tom!) Jeffrey Dale Welsh, Esq. '73 Our next Chapter activity will be held on Fri2805 NE 29th Street day, 19 March (note the date change). This is a Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306 two-part event. First, we will have a plant tour at 5:00 p.m. of Sonalysts in Waterford, conducted by h; 954-564-5065;w; 954-564-6994 Sonalysts President, David Hinkle '54. We will e; jwelsh2s-f-s-@msn.com see how this Defense Industry company has diversified into other fields, including a movie studio and production of computer multimedia products. Gainesville Chapter After the tour, at approximately 6:30 p.m., we CAPT J. Michael Smith, USNR (Ret) '61 will proceed to the Coast Guard Academy Offic- Gainesville Academy Club ers' Club in New London for a dinner meeting, 10424 SW 41st Place beginning with a brief "social hour," followed by Gainesville, FL 32608 cUnner (Since this meeting is being held on a Friday during the Lenten period, we have included a h; 352-376-6611; w: 352-376-3301 seafood enttee.) Our speaker will be Andy Toriello e: AFN44500@AFN.ORG '66, Chief Operating Officer at Sonalysts. Andy will speak about the "Jennifer Project," detailing the attempted recovery of a sunken Russian GOLF- Jacksonville Chapter class submarine during the Cold War The object CAPT Michael O. Borns, USN (Ret) '70 of this CIA project was to recover Soviet missiles, 1185 Salt Marsh Circle cypher machines and code books, in order to leam Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082-2543 the extent of then-curtent Soviet technology. AU this occurted without the Soviet Navy suspecting h; 904-273-4714; w: 904-693-5630 what was happening, since they did not know that e: usnaaajaxchap@usa.net their submarine had sunk.

We expect to have our Coast Guard Alumni colleagues join us for this meeting, and we believe the presentation will be of interest to anyone with an interest in seafare and adventure.

Are you a member of the Robert The cost of dinner is $22 per person for each Means Thompson Society? paid-up member and guest and $24 for all others.

Please call Jennifer John at the Please send your reservation check endorsed, USNA AA, CT Chapter, marked "March meetNaval Academy Planned Giving," and include a note with your enttee choice ing Office to discuss member(fish or chicken) and guest's name. The check ship 410-293-1939. should be mailed to the Chapter treasurer, Tom Hogsten '85.

Your 1999 dues are due! If you still have not sent in your annual dues, please send your check for $25, endorsed to USNA/>LA, CT Chapter, marked "1999 dues," to Chapter treasurer, Tom Hogsten '85, at 21 Nicholas Court, Bristol, CT 06010.

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Miami Chapter Neil C. Sapp '62 1172 So. Dixie Hwy., Suite 505 Coral Gables, FL 33146-2918 305-447-7658 e; neUsapp@aol.com The outcome of the Army/Navy game was the only disappointment at the first social function for USNA Alumni in Miami. The Miami Chapter joined with the Fort Lauderdale Chapter and the local West Point Society to cohost the game party at Players Sports Bar and Grill in Fort Lauderdale.

More than 140 people were present to enjoy the buffet lunch, $1 drafts and raffle games. Despite the heckling and taunting of "woops" wearing remnants of gray uniforms, the Navy fans maintained a stoic disposition and continued to wave their blue and gold flags. The event was considered a success by all who attended, and plans are afready underway to find an even better venue for next year's game. The challenge for next year will be to fill the arena with even more Navy fans. The Miami Chapter, alone, supplied more than 50 of this year's attendees, and we hope to continue to attract new interest.

The Miami Chapter continues to grow and will celebrate its official commissioning on 22 January at The Rusty Pelican on Key Biscayne. RADM Ron Marryott '57 is coming to christen the fledgling group and will speak to all members and guests following dinner. This is the first social event planned for '99, and we look forward to his arrival as well as the chance to gather at the restaurant with the best view of Miami and the surtounding bay.

The Events and Planning Committee is working to schedule more events, both business and social, for the rest of '99. As we expand and consolidate our membership, we are exploring several options, such as monthly luncheons and more frequent cocktail parties/business meetings. There has been some interest in planning events for the whole family, and we hope to see this happen sometime, at one of the wonderful beach parks, which make Miami such an interesting place to live.

For those new to, or visiting the area, you can find out the upcoming local happenings by calling 305-447-7658. Listen to the information, and leave a message. Your call will be retumed. Anyone who is in the Miami area and has somehow missed all of the numerous mail-outs, it's never to late to join!

Call or write to the above listed address.

As we have no "Dark Ages" in Miami, we're open to offers of speakers who need some of our sun any time during the year. Go Navy!

Kathleen T. Jabs '88, Secretary

Naples-Fort Myers Chapter Eugene Lawler '47 5601 Turtle Bay Drive #1504 Naples, FL 34108 941-597-8089 e; bmvonier@ix.netcom.com We held our second-ever meeting during the Army/Navy game on 5 December 1998, at the Quail Creek Country Club in Naples, FL. The tumout was terrific, particularly when you consider that a year ago, no one realized that we had anywhere near this many Alums in the area. Many kudos were received for the wonderful food, festivities, and the game, except for the results.

Attending were; Diana and Milton Alexlch '52, Lolly and Jack Bailey '44, Julie and Joe Bakos '46, Shirley and Dick Beane '47, Constance and Steve Berger '57, Sally and Roger Betts '56, Hope and Floyd Bowdey '47, Ann and Heywood Boyce

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The next meeting was scheduled for Febraary 1999. At the present time, we are awaiting confirmation of the speaker and in tum, the date. Mailouts of the schedule will be made shortly.

Dave Ghysels '51

Orlando Chapter LCDR Jeffrey D. Hall, USNR '83 33 Winsor Isle Longwood, FL 32779 h: 407-805-9485 e: aclinin@totcon.com

and Jonathan Horner '64; Charlotte and Robert Lees '69; Nelson McDermott '46; LycUa and John McNabney '50, with their son, Jim McNabney; Anne and Dale Rugieri '79; Rita and Alfred Suncich '49; Elizabetii and Sam Sneed '47; Carol and Vince Thomas, parents whose son is of the Class 2000; Diana and Walter Whipple '57, and Skip Yachanin '65.

Dick Boverie '54 enjoyed the football gathering so much, he expressed his appreciation by email to President Hank Gorman '44 and saluted him as a natural-bom leader All the members join Dick Boverie '54 in thanking Hank for all that he has done for the Chapter Another congratulatory email to Hank was received from RADM Ronald F. Marryott '57 which read: I wish to commend you and the other officers of the Palm Beach Chapter for your participation in the 13th Chapter competition. With the approval of the Board of Trastees of the recent Governance Study, we will have three '13th' Chapter trastees in 2002. This made the interest and excellence of the competing chapters particularly gratifying.

If you have any news you would like to contribute to the Chapter news, or if you want to be added to the maiUng list, contact one of the officers: President Hank Gorman '44, address above; Secretary Walt Whipple '57, 1100 Marine Way West, #A3L, Nortii Palm Beach, FL 33408, phone; 624-3051; and Treasurer Bob Lees '69, 110 Wood Lane, Defray Beach, FL 33444, phone: 276-3271.

CAPT Walt Whipple USNR (Ret.) '57

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Pensacola Chapter

CAPT Henry Gorman, USN (Ret) '44 513 Greenway Drive Nortii PaUn Beach, FL 33408-3719 h: 561-622-9475 e: hankl @worlcinet.att.net

LCDR James R. Knight, USNR (Ret) '76 4465 Madura Road GulfBreeze.FL 32561 h; 850-932-1147 e; Knight317@juno.com

Like USNA Chapters throughout the country, the Palm Beach Chapter gathered to cheer our team at the Army/Navy game. A very spirited group celebrated Navy's advancing score, as Dave Fields '85 did the ttaditional pushups. Our "Mascot" was Ethan Gilmer, Class of 2018, who kept tugging at his dad, Robert Gilmer '86, to do pushups with Dave Fields. Everyone enjoyed the deUcious buffeL Our local paper. The Palm Beach Post, had a two-page write-up on the game. Included in the article, were several featured memories from many of our members. Frank Chace '53 told of becoming engaged at the Army/Navy game in 1952.

Frank Cerabino '77 had a photo of his 36th Company taken at the Army/Navy game of 1976, which Navy won 38-10! His mom and sister were in the photo, along with Paul Hollich '77. Eric Stein '68 reminisced about how the Army/Navy game was celebrated in 1980, when he was stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Hank Gorman '44 shared another Navy victory in 1942, which was played in Thompson Stadium. David Cluett '49 told of taking an ovemight ferry to the Army/Navy game of 1945, played in Baltimore. There were more nartatives, adding to the legend.

Those attending were Rosemary and Hank Beiderbecke '53; Anne and George Bole '48, with their guests, Larty and Grace Lupers; Richard Boverie '54; Anja and Walter Burns '65; Addison Douglass '45; Joan and Ken Duckworth '62; Mary and Dave Fields '85; Susan and Dale Gange '70; Amanda and Robert Gilmer '86, with their son, Ethan Gilmer; Peggy and Hank Gorman '44, with their son, Rob Gorman, and friends, Marvin Krantz and Lydia Overton; Bill Gray '81; Al Haworth '57; Bertha and Paul Hollich '77; Mary

Sue Ehlers, widow of Mark Ehlers '84, is planning the thfrd annual 5K Run to raise money for a Peacekeepers Memorial to be built in Memorial Park on Bayfront Parkway. Last year, this event had 179 participants and received excellent local media coverage. A firm date has yet to be estabUshed, but the weekend after Easter looks like the date that is gaining momentum. We encourage all to support this event and will be using Chapter resources to spread the word. You can contact Sue through any or all of the following; 2216 Oxford Place Pensacola, FL 3 2 5 0 3 ; 8 5 0 - 4 3 5 - 7 4 2 3 ; peapie944@aol.com.

The Trader Jon's Preservation Squacii on was recentiy stood up under the leadership of Kent Bolin '76 and Bob Stumpf '74. [Editor's Note For more information, see All Hands.]

The Army/Navy game party was bittersweet We had 188 in attendance, with three known West Pointers and one Aggie. The most represented Class was '98. They appreciated the free beer and had a jolly good time, until the last half of the fourth qujtrter The Classes of '96 and '97 showed up in appreciation for the fine party last year. The most senior present was Bruce Johnson '39. The most junior was Lars Erickson '98, who was very pleased to be there. This is our biggest event of the year. We use it to introduce the most recent graduating Class to the Chapter It is becoming known as the "official" party in northwest Florida. The Angus restaurant provides an ideal facility that can accommodate all of the generations that are in our Chapter We hope that everyone within a reasonable commuting distance will join us next year for the party and a Navy victory.

Pensacola Chapter President J.R. Knight '76 speaking with Lars Erickson '98, the most junior present at the Army/Navy game party

Space Coast Chapter CDR W. Stanley Dodd, USNR (Ret) '48 3625 Mallie Court Melbourne, FL 32934 h: 407-259-9830 e: sdodd@iu.net

Suncoast Chapter WiUard (Bill) Pett-at '45 6418 13tii Stteet Court E Bradenton, FL 34203 h/f: 941-753-5981 e: petrat@gte.net

Prior to fourth quarter, Pensacola Chapter Army/Navy game party. The Angus, Scenic Highway

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delay that resulted when some Army folks fell through a collapsing railing on one of the lower CDR Michael E. Kennedy, USNR '79 levels of Veterans Stadium. Once again, we will 2131 Ridge Road, T-114 await "next year."

Laigo,FL 33778-1637 USNA Atianta Chapter members attending this h: 727-584-7010; w; 813-828-5963 year's Army/Navy festivities were: Jim Ravenel e: meknnedy@ix.netcom.com '45; Tracy Woodard and Jim Murphy '73; Linda and Bob Schultz '71; Kevin, Dee, and Dick Fitzgerald '62; Hap Walker '46; Joe Cannon '46; GEORGIA Ashley Hurt and Bill Bollwerk '91; Phillip, Sue, and Pete Knoetgen '77; Marsha and Weymouth Atlanta Chapter Walker '67; Paul Hurst '62; Nina and Pete CAPT James S. Murphy, US^j Dabbieri '67; Shea and C. M. Wood '65; Philip, Muriel and Ed Hux '61; Kay and Bob Schin '61; 3655 Habersham Road, NE Mitch Rowland '71; Mike Donohoo '65; Noreen Atianta, GA 30305-1143 and Michael Hichak '71; Caroline and Brad h; 404-233-3618; w; 770-61 w5^Q6 Edenfield '87 and guests Monty Martin and e: Jim.Murphy@decisionoiic.co'm Patricia Sawkas; Dave Finn '74; Gil McCullen Winter has finally come to Atianta, with tem'53; Catherine and Will Wood '66; Dave peratures in the thirties and forties and what seems Alexander, Associate; J. V. McCarthy '00; Steve like a lot of rain. On the brighter side, is the per- Dmetruk '71; Ann and Mark Fitzgerald '62; Dick formance of our once-forlorn Falcons of the NFL Donnelly '84, Barry Tanner '91; Pam Krahl '90; as they head for the Super Bowl. And both Geor- Linn and Teb Bowman '63; Helena and Michael gia and Georgia Tech will be playing in bowl games Herger '90; Johnnie and Paul Crutchfield '44; this year. The bowl fever makes one feel even more Karen and Steve Frederick '72; Chris, Stephanie, saddened by the Army/Navy results, as well as the and Mike Stephens '71; Agnes Ann Moore and letdown from last year's bowl appearance by the Raley Thomley '54; Lindy and Karl Fink '79; Navy football team. Oh well, Ufe goes on as we Karen and Bob Clydesdale '71; Marc Farris '70; look forward to spring and our third annual Army/ Al Jones '67; Sharon Ealy and Lee Whitfield '71; Navy Golf Classic in May. Art Butler '61 and guests J. D. and Dee Freeman; We had another strong tumout for the monthly Lorie Moore '64; Marilyn and Carl McCallum luncheon on 18 December, with again over forty '60; Tom Galloway '71 and guests Donna Falk people in attendance. We enjoyed hearing Woodie and Danielle and David Way; Rich Hans '83, Vaughan '64, now a practicing attomey and trial Mark Stephens '79; Paul Wright '79; B. J. and lawyer here in Atianta, tell us about his prepara- Paul Kellogg '65; Helene and Steve Peters '84; tions for, and then participation in, a climb of Doreen and Sandy Hey ward '84; Gene Clancy Mount Everest. Remembering Woodie's prowess '60; Tony Womble '63; Michael Jr, Susan, and and coorcUnation as the captain of Navy's varsity Michael Lores '74; Christina and David Feuger basketball team, we were not too surprised to leam '89; Jan Kelly and Jon Barton '66; June and Alan of the many days that Wooche spent on a stairmaster Miller '61; AUce Helkie and Doim Myers '81; Matt machine, nor his weekend jaunts up and around and Clint Johnson '60; and Walt Higgins '66.

Kennesaw Mountain. He certainly put Mount We are now looking forward to our January lunEverest into perspective when he reminded us of cheon, at which Ron Terwilliger '63 will be our his thoughts when approaching Katmandu in an guest speaker He will be followed in Febmary by afrUner at 33,000 feet and looking out the window at the Commandant of Midshipmen, RADM Gary the peak of Everest pushing its way upward through Roughead '73. Because of the large crowd exthe clouds. His story of the cUmb and his response to pected, the Febraary luncheon, with the Commanit, both mind and body, were spellbinding. dant speaking, will be held at the Cherokee Town Those attending the November luncheon in- Club in Buckhead. cluded: Duff Young '49, Hap Walker '46, Jim As always, any visitors from out of town are Ravenel '45, Bob Schultz '71, Cherie Hurford '92, welcome at our luncheons. They are held on the Doug McDaniel '61, Joe Cannon '46, Paul Wright third Friday of each month, with socializing be'79, Mitch Rowland '71, Ed Sundberg '68, Jim ginning shortly before noon. The luncheons are Murphy '73, Stewart Caldwell '65, Joe Grantham held at The Phoenix Brewing Company, located at '46, Lorie Moore '64 and daughter Kendall; Jim 5600 Roswell Road NE, in the Prado Shopping Hatch '47, Paul Hurst '62, Mike Donohoo '65, Skip Center, on the west side of Roswell Road, just inKrause '79, Bill Rentz '55, WiU Wood '66, Shan- side the 1-285 perimeter (South at Exit 17). non Murtay '92, Bill Wright '50, Mario Maddox Will Wood '66 '85, Dick Fitzgerald '62, Steve Draetrak '53, Bob Bush '65, Jim Traa '61, Woodie Vaughan '64, Jon Barton '66, Carl McCallum '60, BiU BoUwerk '91, GUAM BUI Baker '64, Pete Dabbieri '67, Michael Flow- Guam Chapter ers '85, Ernest Matacota '82, Dirk Mosis '73, Jim Slemenda '66, Len Ebersberger '61, and Doug LCDR Noel M. Enriquez, USNR '84 Edwards '86. Don Giles, President of the Atianta RO. Box 4697 Metropolitan Council of the Navy League, also Agana, GU 96932 attended and gave us a short summary of Navy h/f: 671-477-4382; w: 671-647-9629 League activities in Atianta. wf: 671-649-8870 Dicken's phrase "It was the best of times, and the worst of times," certainly was appropriate for e: nmenriqu@ite.net our Army/Navy get-together with the folks from the West Point Society of Atianta at TJ's Sports Bar on 5 December A terrific tumout for both sides, over 100 Navy folks, and a lot of fun and camaraderie were only famished by the final score which saw Army take away a close victory. Things looked good for Navy well into the second half, but the fourth quarter was not fun to watch. A lot of spirit on both sides was lost during the 30-plus minute

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HAWAII Hawaii Chaptef"^ CAPT Harvey Gray, J r . , ^ N 4 ÂŤ e t ) '52 1117 Akumu Street *.!^ Kailua, HI 96734-4012 h: 808-261-9722; w: 808-423-1341 ^ e: hamgray@juno.com

ILLINOIS Chicago Chapter John G.B. Howland '64 c/o Money Minds L.P. 225 W. Hubbard Stteet Chicago, IL 60610 w: 312-923-7450x777 e; MoneyMinds@aol.com The Northern Suburbs Breakfast Group had its last breakfast meeting of 1998 on 3 December. This new group had a very successful year, having about 25 regular Alums who attended from time to time.

The December breakfast included discussions on important ALNAV topics, including USNA Alums in industry, women in the service, and of course unbiased opinions on the Navy/Army game. Those in attendance included: Steve Guthman '58, Jim Kinney '60, George Schmoll '69, Ralph Schindler '74, and Mike Isabelli '83. Join us on the first Thursday of every month at the Deerfield Hyatt, located at the northeast comer of Lake Cook Road and the Tristate ToUway (1-294). Show up at any time between 7:00 and 8:45 a.m. Upcoming dates include 4 March, 1 April and 6 May. The last official Western Suburbs Breakfast of 1998 was attended by George Dempsey '57, Russ Puppe '66, Paul Johnston '69, Mark Rahmel '73, Ralph Schlinder '74, and a first-time Westem Suburbs attendee, Fred Aalbue '79. Congratulations to Fred, who is a new dad. He even looked well-rested. We had more than a few "if onlys" about the Navy/Army game, but all are ready for next year! George is directing two plays at The Theatte of Westem Springs in early 1999. Ralph and Russ are investigating new employment opportunities, and both seem to be experts at using the web for leveraging thefr activities. Give them a call if you wish to benefit from their experience.

Westem Suburbs breakfasts are held on the second Thursday of each month at the Oak Brook Hyatt, located on Spring Road just east of Oak Brook Center Show up at any time between 7:00 and 8:45 a.m.

Downtown Breakfasts are held on the fourth Thursday of each month, except November and December, at the Wall Street Deli, located on Randolph Street, at the southwest comer of its intersection with the Chicago River, in the Morton Building, groundfloor,between 7:00 and 8:45 a.m.

Tom Smith '85

INDIANA Indianapolis Chapter LCDR Charies A. Rainey, USNR '84 12804 Double Eagle Drive Carmel, IN 46033 h; 317-815-0575 e: crainey@fhlbi.com

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MICHIGAN

CDR John T. Haizlip, USN (Ret) '72 15246 Longford Drive Granger. IN 46530 h: 219-273-2939 e; CHaizUp@aol.com

Detroit Chapter

KENTUCKY (see also Ohio)

Loulsville/Southem Indiana Chapter CDR Gregory R. Reuihardt, USNR '79 712 Talon Place Louisville, KY 40223-5575 h; 502-244-7707 e: afrIgxr@afr,ups.com

LOUISLVNA New Orleans Chapter LCDR Bryon Q. IversMi, J R , USN (Ret) '76 4744 Music Street New Orleans, LA 70122-5027 h: 504-288-4477 e: byromI@aol,com

MARYLAND Annap<dis Chapter CAPT Howard J. "Tun" HalUday, S N '69 nauHiay, IL9i'<i v 1203 Chrisland Court AnnapoUs, MD 21403 h: 410-267-8546 r>a.n. < n ; i ^ ^ ^ e: halUclay@arctic.nadn.navy.imI

Baltimore Chapter LCDR Steve G. Young, USNR '84 c/o Legg Mason 600 Washmgton Avenue #200 Towson, MD 21204 w: 410-821-7700 e: SYoung@LeggMason.com

MASSACHUSETTS Boston Chapter

Arthur W. Bryant '66 1811 Hollywood Grosse Pomte Woods. MI 48236h: 313-885-2174; f: 313-881-2333 e: lynorart@flash.net The 7 December weekend football keelhauling was viewed at the home of Black Knight, Pete McAlUster Our Navy battie group outnumbered the infantry. Sailors in battlefare were: John Mebelas '51 witii guests: John Sherlock '53; Tom Cook '57; Ted Moss '61; Bill Peake '64; Bill Penn; Linda Thebo; John Trenkle '64; Gerrie Ann and Paul Walker '64 and guest, Lyrme: Art Bryant '66; Jim Fleming '66; John Metro '66; Eugene Shaw '66; Sylvia and John Stockdale '69: Don Wilcox '69; Ellen and Al Fylak '78; Mike Johnson '79; Stacey and Rich Dezelon '85: Lisa and CharUe Schott '85; Marie Demel '89; Tad Godsil '90; Tiffany and Chris Lemmink '90; JaneUe Poland '90; Frank Chong '91; John Lui '92; Sherry and Mike Delgrosso '94; Sonja and Mike Bennett.

MINNESOTA Upper Midwest Chapici' Barrel Gonyea '61 c/o Gonyea Land Company 1 211 River Ridge Circle SouB BumsviUe, MN 55337 W: 612-882-1112 e: GONYEALAND@aol.com

MISSOURI Kansas City Chapter LCDR Lynn A. Thomas, USNR '83 1404 Stonecreek Drive SW Blue Spruigs, MO 64015-8838 h: 816-228-6766 — e: LynnTW@aol.com

The Missouri-Kansas (Mo-Kan) held its annual gathering at the University Club in Kansas City, on 5 December 1998, to cheer on the football team.

The local Chapter of the West Point Society was present, but was outnumbered by at least two to one. We won the party but lost a very well-played The November luncheon was held on 13 Nogame. Approximately 60 Navy fans attended, vember, at Guy HoUerin's. Onboard were: John which included members of the last six decades Mehelas '51; Art Bryant '66; Doug Bomarito and some hopeftds for the Classes of '03 and '04.

'68; Doug Bishop '69; Frank Vemet '83, witii Also in attendance, were the parents of current his wife, LCDR Rutii Vemet; Jon Smith '88; Eric Midshipmen (i.e. USNA Parents Club) who had Goss '90; Tad GodsU '90; Ron Elliot and guests the opportunity to wimess firsthand the proper etiGeorge Charatis and George Everham. quette of watching an Army/Navy footbaU game.

This meeting was particularly memorable, as (No comment on Army's behavior). Pictured at a Doug, Doug, Art and George Everham were aU recent gathering of ANA. but in attendance for the Detroit Southeastern High School grads. Doug game, were Ed Chapline '48. John Owen 52. Bill Bomarito is the Portiand Chapter President, and Phillips '66 and Jeff Kranz '74. The photo is courDoug Bishop is from the Traverse City area. Evtesy of Donna Phillips, eryone knew each other, so it was a great reunion!

This is intended to be the first in a series of colHas anyone served onboard an ADAMS-class deumns for the Mo-Kan Chapter Please stay tuned. sttoyer? The Bay City, MI, Naval Ship Museum Members are invited to send ideas and infoimaCommittee is currently raising funds to bring tion that you would like published for the gocxl of CHARLES F . ADAMS ( D D G - 2 ) to the Saginaw Valthe membership. We are always looking for addiley. Approximately S3M is needed, from private tional venues to bring the local Altimni together donors, major corporations and foimdations. If you Send them to Jeff Kranz at kranfam@aol.com or would like to help contribute, contact CDR Gerald 12712 Fontana. Leawood. KS 66209, or call 913J. Parent, USN (ReL), 3390 Northway Drive, Bay 681-6445.

BeatArmy!

City, MI 48706; 517-667-0524 or gpnavy@aol.com.

See photo on opposite page.

Welcome Aboard Devin LaSalle '93, off AcDu from and IKE, is getting his MBA at UM. He has no wife/children but has a pet dog and Uves in Dettoit. Go Navy!

Chariie Schott '85 chukshot® hotmail.co

Frederick J. Sheehan, Jr. '78 160 BurkhaU Street #609 Weymoutii, MA 02190-3533 h; 617-337-3712; w: 617-572^!^ 2 e: fsheehan@jhancock.com

A r e y o u a m e m b e r of t h e Robert Means Thompson Society? Please call J e n n i f e r J o h n at t h e N a v a l A c a d e m y Planned Giving Office to discuss m e m b e r s h i p 4 1 0 - 2 9 3 - 1 9 3 9 .

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Present were Al Slepicka '54, Al More '62, Phil Jacobs '64, Rich Rollins '66, Gary Schmidt '66, ADM Rich Mies '67 (USCinCStrat), Rick Wescott '70, RADM Joe Enright ' 7 1 , Jerty Schrock '74, Mike McDermott ' 7 5 , Marty Hahn '80, Frank Lowery '82, Jeff Curter '83, Dave Kiehl '84, Kurt Woltersdorf' 84, "Bull" Kmeger' 84, Steve Bishop '85 and Michele Daley-Ryan '88.

Steve Bishop '85

NEVADA Las Vegas Chapter Mr. Bradley Carison '91 2246 Darwin Circle Henderson, NV 89014-3105 h: 702-433-7248; w; 702-433-2100 e: yogicarl@aol.com

NEW JERSEY Monmouth County Chapter LtCol Robert L. Vogt, USMC (Ret) '59 50 Polly Way Middletown, NJ 07748-3189 h: 732-671-9330; w: 732-530-8444^ e: Bob.Vogt@telos.com

Missouri-Kansas Chapter: "Flight Jacket Night"

St. Louis Chapter CAPT Barry Dougherty, USNR '72 5 Coimemara Court St. Peters, MO 63376-2343 h; 314-441-7245; w; 314-232-2754 e; baiTyd72@aol.com

NEW MEXICO Albuquerque Chapter

NEBRASKA Omaha Chapter CDR Frank J. Lowery, Jr., USN '82 1009 Bryn Mavw Drive PapiUion, NE 68046 h: 402-592-4308; w; 402-294-7283 (DSN 271) e: fraiiklowery@sprintniail.com

Nebraska Chapter: 1 to r: Kurt Woltersdorf '84, Kurt's wife, Mary, and Michele Daly-Ryan '88 discuss Navy's offense during a commercial break

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Maj Donald Rohr, USAF (Ret) '55 4804 Northridge Place NE Albuquerque, NM 87111-2104 h: 505-294-4048; f; 505-844-5947 e: rohrdf@sandia.gov

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CDR Christopher G. Wenz, USN '79 502 Acland Boulevard Ballston Spa, NY 12020-3074 h: 518-580-1438; w: 518-884-1849'*ÂŤ^ e: CGWenz@aol.com

On 5 December 1998, members of the Omaha Chapter met at Quarters 13 on General's Row to cheer on the Midshipmen in the Army/Navy game.

Go Navy-Beat Army T-shirts and a "BiU the Goat" sheet poster were not enough to help boost Navy over Army, but everyone had a great time, nonetheless.

Nebraska Chapter: 1 to r: Mike McDermott '75 (in Navy sweatshirt), Rear Admiral Joe Enright '71, and Kurt Woltersdorf'84 debate Navy's play calling

Nebraska Chapter: "Bull" Kraeger '84 smiling early in the game

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Central New York Chapter Edward A. Alberts'85 1028 Co. Rt. 20 Oswego. .NY 13126 h; 315-342-1930 e: NavyLax22@aol.com

Metro New York Chapter James R. Hocking '53 300 Park Avenue, Suite 1700 New York City, NY 10022 w; 212-572-6260 Chapter Hotiine: 1-800-234-USNA e: j .hocking @ snet.net

Rochester Chapter CAPT Nelson A. Blisb, USNR '69 3840 East Avenue Rochester NY 14618-3729 h: 716-248-9739 e: NeIsonAB@Kodak,com

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Cooke Stadium in the DC area. The Afr Force game in 1999 wiU be in the Ravens stadium andtiieNotre Dame game in 2000 in Orlando, at Disney World.

A piece of trivia I forgot last month; USNA has produced 49 Astronauts, more than any other school in the country! [Editor's Note: See the November 1998 issue o/Shipmate, page 13, for an astronaut name listing and related article.]

Now for a monthly lesson about USNA history.

RADM Christopher Raymond Perry Rogers, Superintendent from September 1874 to July 1878, was the first "Super" to have served previously at the Academy. He was Commandant 1860-61 and was primarily responsible for establishing the cUstinction between the four Classes and for carrying out the move to Newport, RI, during the Civil War. His career began when he became a Midshipman five weeks before he became 14 years old. He was promoted to rear admiral at age 55, retired when he was 62, and died at age 73.

Don't forget two things: One, notify Ken Johnson when you have a change of address, phone number or email adcfress; and two, remember the monthly luncheons at Sheraton Four Points on thfrd Fridays at noon.

Tom Hutchins '51 ctmph @ bellsouth. net 375-9046

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Piedmont Triad Chapter

Bryan Dolan '76 5^29 Laurium Road C^arltjtte. NC 28226 h: 704-364-6451 WeU, the Army/Navy TV party at Bryan Dolan's (Class of '76) was fun right up to the last eight minutes of the game. That was a bummer! 'Nuff said. On to better things.

The December luncheon was a roaring success, or so it has been reported to me. Sorry I had to miss it by being out of town. I guess those of you who were in Charlotte, but cUdn't attend, missed a good one. I was told there were about 30 to 35 total, including eight to ten area Midshipmen and several parents. Since I do not have aU the names, I will not Ust any, for fear of leaving someone out.

The Alumni very much appreciated hearing the comments from the Mids about the differences between their respective Companies regarding Plebe Year. Each one introduced himself and briefly spoke about his course major, athletic and extta curricular activities. Our local area football player, Dustin Obermeyer, indicated he expects spring footbaU practice to be very extensive and some toughening of locker room mles. The Alumni sensed that some of the Mids are questioning themselves about whether the investment in attending USNA is worth the price, as they watch thefr peers in civilian schools. NeecUess to say, the Alums encouraged them to stick it out and were sttong in thefr advice that the investment wiU pay future dividends.

For at least the coming year, Bryan Dolan '76 will continue as Chapter President; George Watt '73 as VP; Jeff Searcy '62 as Treasurer; Ken Johnson, as Membership Secretary, and yours tndy as Cortesponding Secretary.

Having told you that, I will now make a strong plea for all of you people to start thinking now about finding others to take over the reins in 2000.

I don't nund doing this job, inasmuch as I am retired; however, I really think it is time for someone to relieve the watch for tiie other people who got us organized two years ago. Start thinking'.

For your future planning, there are plans in the mill for tiie Army game in 2000 to be played either in the Raven Stadium, in Baltimore, or Jack Kent

Douglas E. Law '66 3785K Cape Landing Cfrcle Myrtie Beach. SC 29577 h; 843-293-0851 e: dougl@sccoast.net

Pinehurst Chapter CAPT Norman S. Elliott USNR (Ret) '58 RO. Box 3898 60 Stoneykfrk Drive Pinehurst, NC 28374 h; 910-215-5808; e: neUiott@pmehurst,net

Are you a member of the Robert Means TTiompson Society? Please call Jennifer John at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office to discuss membership 410-293-1939,

"Wangle Chapter Steven J. Beminger '84 1226 Martha's Chapel Road Apex, NC 27502 h: 919-387-7089; e; nuke.hodges@mci.cora The opposing forces met on the field for the aimual clash. Lines were drawn. Positions occupied. SuppUes gathered.

And then, the footbaU game started. The forces well met were the local Army and Navy Aluinni; the Unes drawn were centered on a buffet; positions occupied tended to be focused on available large screen televisions, and the suppUes c^ame from the tap at the bar.

The Triangle Chapter of the Alumni Association gathered at the Top Of The HUl restaurant in Chapel HiU for the Army/Navy game. Top Of The HiU is a fine pub-restaurant owned by Scon Maitiand, a graduate of that other service academy. The restaurant brews its own beer, which was consumed with gusto by the cheering crowd.

The foUowing Aluinni were in attendance: Ginny and Jim Mellencamp '48, Charles Paddock '51 , BiU DeHart '53, Lois and Tom Walter '61, Sue and Al Doherty '61, Roseann and Gary Chapel '61, Janie and Jim Breece '61, Chuck Adams '63, Mitch Mitchell '64, Jim Craven '64, Hehnuts Fiefs '66, Tom Rurkle '66, Mary and Ken Smith '66, Judy and John Guibert '67, Mike Roth '67, Bill Gautier '67. Dave MiUer '70, Mark Thomas '70, Russ Shaw '71, Christie and Keith Nadolski '71, Annette and Chris Heath '72, Dave Caccamo '73, Tom Eldridge '78, Bob Sager '81, Stan Bashaw '81, Steve Beminger '84, Joe Matza '85, Mike Gordon '90, and Scott Thomas '93.

There were several other folks in attendanc^e, although many seemed to be cheering at inappropriate times. Despite the outcome of the game, a fine time was had by aU. The Chapter meets for Itmch on the first Friday of the month, September through June, at Newton's Southwest, at the Harrison Street exit of 1^10 in Cary.

For the latest information on Chapter events, check out our Web site at http://triangleusna.home.mindspring.com. For membership information, caU Mitch MitcheU '64 at 919-571-8930.

OHIO Cincinnati/Northem KY Chapter Michael F. Sunon '73 757 Maidstone Court Cincinnati. OH 45230-3827 h: 513-231-3174 e; MSimon757@aol.com

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CAPT A.O. Rule, HI, USNR (Ret.) '50 68 Water Stt-eet Chagrin Falls. OH 44022-3148 h; 440-247-4379; f: 440-247-5100 e: mleIII@aol.com

Greater Portland Chapte: Doug Bomarito '68 16667 Glenwood Court Lake Oswego, OR 97034 h: 503-699-0003; w: 503-223-8285s e: harkins@usna.net

Columbus/Central Ohio Chapter LT G. Wade Evans, USNR '92 293 Dewfall Drive Sunbury, OH 43074 h: 740-965-2361 e: WADEEVANS@prodigy.com On 5 December 1998, the Chapter hosted a gathering of members of the USNA Alumni Association Columbus and Central Ohio Chapter, USNA Parents Club, members of the local West Point Graduates Society, and USNA candidates and their families.

It was held at the Rush Creek Sports Bar, 6150 Stmbury Road, Westerville. The second floor, with four large projection TV screens, was available to show the Army/Navy game. The venue and buffet (cash bar-reasonable) for $15.00 each was superb.

The game was a most exciting contest, and as usual, it was not decided until the last few minutes. Army fans mustered 13, and there were 44 Navy fans.

Those that attended were: Pat and Roy Girod '53, Jim Ramsey '60, Jerry O'Donnell '61, Tom Pettit '63, Karen and Mick Taylor '68, Jean and Randall Rankin '70, Howard Russell '71, John Coleman '80 and family; Eric Ekovich '82, Jim Emmttt '87, Wade Evans '92, and John E. Augenstein, Navy Blue & Gold Officer Parents Club members attending were: Dick and SaUy Uhde, Doug and Margie Dixon, Bill and Jerry Workman, and Thomas and Susan Bell. Also attending, were five USNA candidates and their families.

Ed Tipshus '54 ectipshus @ copper, net

Toledo Chapter Robert J. Lauer '45 3825 Sulphur Spring Road Toledo, OH 43606-2325 h: 419-536-4462; w: 419-475-2061 e: rjonlauer@aol.com Jeff Fort '74 invited us to be his guests for the occasion at the new clubhouse of the Findlay Ohio Hunt and Fishing club in a beautiful wooded area about 45 mUes south of Toledo. It was a great afternoon, except for the football game and the cadet injuries! ftesent were Bob and Mary Ann Lauer '45, BUI Clegg '48, Bev and Bob Lynch '55, Jim Black '56, Carol and Tom Case ' 6 1 , Phyllis and Ron Henderson '65, Tim Cummins '79, and Jeff Fort '74, with several of his friends and Club members who Uve in the Findlay area.

Bob Lauer '45

OKLAHOMA OUahomi1C^piir~~~~" CAPT Charies C. Coley, USN (Ret) '34 411 NW 14th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73103-3510. h; 405-235-0234

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PENNSYLVANIA PhiladelphiaChapter Robert H. Bender '73 45 Grove Avenue Hourtown, PA 19031-1906 h: 215-836-7652; e; RBender@parkwaycorp.com http://USNAPMCfSSM

Pittsburgh Chapter WUUam E. Otto '71 4105 Tartan Court MurtysviUe, PA 15668-1045 h;412-325-4281; w: 412-856-3500 e:Figaro4105 @ aol.com

PHILIPPINES Philippines Chapter COMO Carlos L. Agustin PN (Ret.) '60 The Maritime League 201 Maritime Technology Center Aduana cor Arzobispo St. Inttamuros, Manila 1002 Philippines h: 632-918-803-2577; w: 632-527-9049 e: Maritime_League@Hotmail.com

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE American Chapter CAPT James N. Roberts, USN (Ret) '59 152 Springlakes Drive Martinez, GA 30907-1608 h: 706-860-6430 e: wermanda@aol.com orjrobe92528@aol.com Scuttiebutt Back in the fall of 1997, Anne and I were on a New England Color Caravan. After a few days, I noticed one of our group wearing a USNA sweatshirt. It was Jim Roberts '59. It was that chance meeting that gave me the idea for a roster of Naval Academy RVers. Jim has become active in our new group and in fact has accepted the position of President Pro Tem and will serve with me as your Secretary/Treasurer Terry Sutherland '54, Jim Connors '74 and Royal Connell '70 serve as our Board of Govemors.

Jim and Marie just completed a trip to Alaska in their new fifth wheel with a Dodge tow vehicle.

Below is an input from Jim reporting on that trip: Hi Mike, Your comments about the Alaska trip prompted me to think that there may be some interest in my Alaska trip. I have a photo of myself wearing the Naval Academy sweatshirt you saw me in on the New England Caravan in 1997.

[Sec'y. note: the photo was sent by email and cannot be used by Shipmate. This is a good point to make for the future. All photos submitted must be actual print copies and include at least one USNA Graduate in the picture.]

The Roberts went to Alaska in 1998. We started from Augusta, GA, on the July 4th weekend. First we went to Helen, GA, with our local RV Club, then to Pueblo, CO, for a week at the Holiday

Rambler International Rally. We then made a rapid 1,700-mile trip from Pueblo to Dawson Creek, British Columbia, the starting point for the Holiday Rambler Club Caravan to Alaska. In Dawson Creek, we joined 40 other Holiday Rambler RVs and the caravan staff (two "Wagon Masters" and one mechanic) for the start of our 50-day tour of Northem Canada and Alaska. We were well prepared, with a new Dodge Cummins diesel truck, new 32-ft Holiday Rambler 5th wheel ttailer, two dogs and lots of money! We had a grand time on the Caravan and highly recommend the trip. Suffice it to say, the weather was cool, almost no rain; the roads were good, some gravel; the scenery was beautiful, and we saw lots of wildlife in Denali National Park. I went deep-sea fishing for the first time in my life and caught some halibut in Cooke Inlet out of the port of Homer. We visited glaciers, the Alaska State Fair in Palmer and went on three boat tours.

We saw the bald eagles and sea otters in Valdez.

We traveled the route of the Stampeders of the 1897 Gold Rush on a train to Skagway and visited the gold fields in Dawson City, Yukon Territory. We were gone from home for 87 days, traveled 13,000 miles (without mishap), burned 1,042.4 gallons of diesel fuel at an average cost of $1.2l/gal (U.S.). The Dodge averaged 12.4 mpg for the entire trip. RVing is the only way to go. More details can be obtained by eraailing rae at jrobe92528@aol.cora. Happy Camping.

Now Hear This If this got your interest up, have I got a deal for you! BUI Rodriguez '54 is making plans as we speak for a Y2K trip to Canada and Alaska. This started out as a '54 Class trip, but Bill has agreed to open it up to all Alumni. Obviously there is a limit to the number of RVs that Bill can handle, which he tells me is somewhere around fifteen. Since we have over twenty in the Class of 1954, it isn't too early to contact Bill and make your reservations.

The plan is to cross the Canadian border on 31 May 2000 and retum on 31 July 2000. If you have done this before, or have checked into the commercial or club prices for such a trip, you will recognize that Bill is offering a great deal. Other than reimbursement for his actual expenses in making advance reservations at all the stops for the group, the cost is zero, nada, zip above your own expenses.

You must budget for fuel, park fees, shopping, and side trips, but the experienced wagon master is a freebie. It is not everyday that you get a 'free ride.'

If you are interested, contact Bill ASAP. He has moved since some of the early drafts of the roster came out. His current address is: William P. Rodriguez, 3720 Lifsey Drive, Young Harris, GA 30582; 706-896-5527.

Talk to Bill if you want more information. You will be impressed with his knowledge and the amount of detail planning that he has put into this effort. My request to all of you that go is to come back with pictures and stories. I need inputs for the September 2000 Shipmate\ Inputs are needed from any and all members of the Chapter and should be sent to Mike Stroop via email or U.S. mail. I will attempt to stick to the following format. There are standards for our inputs so it is necessary for them to come through me. I will make only the cortections needed to comply with the standards.

Come Arounds After many months of working together on the organization phase of a new Chapter, your board, most of whom have never met face to face, has planed a Come Around for 16-18 April, at the Monte Sano State Park in Huntsville, AL. I sent email to all members that have that capabiUty that are in the #3 zip code, and I know that this will be short notice to the rest of you, but you would be more than welcome. Please contact me if you plan to join us, and I will assist in making your reservations.

Mike Stroop '54

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CAPT James M. Conway, USN (Ret) '55 50 Ayrault Stt-eet Newport, RI 02840-2728 h: 401-847-5039 e: jconway @sirinc,com

CDR John F. OhUnger, USN (Ret) '69 880 Lakemont Drive Nashville, TN 37220-2124 h: 615-370-1441; w: 800-242-8613 e:johlinger@ worldnet.att.net

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Charleston Chapter

CDR Michael E. Huber, USNR '78 3112 Sebring Piano, TX 75023 h: 972-758-0069 e: mikehuberski@msn.com

CDR Robert H. Knight, USNR (Ret) 'S3 2326 South Lander Lane Charleston, SC 29414-7007 h: 843-766-2484 e; rlikiiight@awod,com

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South Texas Chapter South Carolina Midlands Chapter George S. Hirsch '54 219 Beckworth L.ane frmo, SC 29063 h: 803-781-5325 Website; www,brickanchvy.com/alum

Palmetto Chapter WUUam B. Swent '88 (Acting President) Leatherwood, Walker, Todd & Mann, P,C, 100 E. Coffee Stteet RO. Box 87 GreenvUle, SC 29602-0087 w: 864-242-6440 e; WSwent@LWTM.com

Low Country Chapter Robert M. Hoskins, Jr. '87 14 Sandpiper Road Hilton Head, SC 29928-6419 h: 803-686-4351 e: bobhoskinsjr@hotmaU.com

TENNESSEE Chattanooga Chapter VADM Ronald M. Eytchison, USN (Ret) '58 11 Prentic:e Lane Signal Mountain, TN 37377 h: 423-886-2823 e: RMEytch@msn.com

Knoxville—Oak Ridge Chapter CAPT Jackson B. Richard, USN (Ret) '52 13 River's Run Way Oak Ridge, TN 37830-9005 h: 423-483-8599

Memphis Chapter CAPT Edward A. Lyons, USNR, '69 2557 Park Creek Cove Germantown, TN 38139 h: 901-755-1286

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Roger E. Hopkins '62 P.O. Box 311007 New Braunfels, TX 78131-1473 h: 830-620-7748; w: 830-609-5002/246-9401

Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Lynn A. Wegner, USNR (Ret) '65 2202 Winrock Humble, TX 77057 h: 713-781-9932; w: 713-928-6423 e: rlbulger@flash.net January's Luncheon The Michael J. Smith '67 Memorial Sword presentation was made on 8 January 1999. TrachtionaUy, the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter presents a sword each year at our January luncheon to the Midshipman 1/C, from our area, with the highest Class ranking. As you remember, Mike Smith '67 was the pilot of the space shuttle. CHALLENGER, when it exploded on 28 January 1986. He became the first Alumnus to give his life in the exploration of space.

This column submission deadline is just prior to the 8 January luncheon, therefore, next month's column will provide details.

Chapter News Rich Bulger '69 (rlbiUger@flash.net), Continental Airlines Assistant Fleet Manager 727, is busy hiring new pilots for Continental Afrlines. Rich is in his eleventh year, and recently made captain on the last 737 bid round. Rob Brown '65 (rebrown @akerasa.com), VP of Trendsetter Engineering, is working as the lead subsea controls engineer for the Exxon Diana Project (a six-well tieback in 4,700 feet of water, 20 miles from the hoist platform). The 1999 slate of Chapter officers was presented and unanimously voted upon at the 2 December Chapter meeting: President, Lynn Wegner '65 Vice President, Bart Jealous '65 Secretary, Rob Brown '65 Treasurer John Brooke '68 Business Network Meetings Several of our USNA shipmates are members of The Academy Network, a Houston-based business network group consisting of graduates from USNA, USMA and USAFA. We get together every Tuesday. Our breakfast meetings are held on Tuesday mornings, at 7:15 a.m., at the Metropolitan Racquet Club. Once a month, typically the fourth Tuesday, we switch to a lunch meeting. If you're interested, please call Bart Jealous '65 at 281-362-8220; send me an email, or visit our website at http://www.academy-network.org. Visitors are always welcome. Jonathan Dom '85, working in Dallas for Price Waterhouse Coopers,

attended one of our breakfasts while he was working on a Houston project.

Chapter Meetings Chapter meetings are usually held on the first Friday of every month (5 Febmary, 5 March, 9 April and 7 May) at Brennan's Restaurant (11:30 a.m. refreshments, and noon to 1:00 p.m. lunch).

As in prior years, our Chapter is planning a 5 Jime dinner (in lieu of a June luncheon) for Aluinni, spouses, guests and the USNA Parents' Club members. Please join us! CaU Lynn Wegner '65, at 713263-8001, or Peter VanDeriofske '68, at 713-6909898, for more information. For any adcUtional information on any item in this column, please caU or emaU me.

Ed Klein '72 713-750-8868 kleinl985@aol.com

UTAH/IDAHO/MONTANA/ WYOMING Intermountain NA AluiAl Chapter James R. Clark '66 5860 Soutii HoUaday Boulevart Salt Lake City, UT 84121-151 h: 801-272-7183 e: clarkfam@gateway.net

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VIRGINIA Hampton Roads Chapl^^ CAPT Daniel B. Lear, USNR (Ret) '68 812 Ringfield Road |fc / •Vu-gfriia Beach. VA 23454-6570 ^ h; 757-721-2063 W-, 757-437-1800 e: omegManl@aol.com Chapter Notes The Chapter's premiere event of the year, the aimual Army/Navy game party, fotmd ourselves, once again, at the Breezy Point O' Club. Nearly 200 members, thefr spouses and guests enjoyed a great get-together with Classmates and friends. We were served a hearty buffet, with the ttacUtional Navy bean soup, and beverages. Plus, we watched this most exciting game on four big screen televisions, well placed throughout the club.

Alums, spouses and guests in attendance included: Libby and George Bennet '44, Lois and Lorin Hay '44, Ann and Jim MUler '44, Frances and BUI Stanard '44, Mitzi and Jim Van Pelt '44, Earl Yates '44, Doreen and BUI SteuteviUe '45, Marie and Bill Chipman '48, Eriine and Ted Holt '48, Andy Mclntyre '48, Karl Thiele '48, Don Dahlman '49, Alyce and Tom Parsons '49, CecUe and Don TVueblood '49, Nancy and Jack Magee '49, Boo and Male Thiele '49, Jeanne and Ray Barber '50, Jun DiNardo '50, Alice and Fred Edwards '50, Sye and BUI Grigg '50, Charlotte and Gene Allender '51, Sue and BUI Earl '51, Gaye and Sam Latimer '51, Marty and Reed Berkhimer '54, Herb Crane '54, Ann and Dave Glunt '54, Ann and James Lamore '54, Jane and Hal Wood '54, Louise and Joe Zable '54, EUzabeth and Richard Black '57, Santfra and Dick Hanna '57, Gery Putnam '57, Jack Greenhaigh '60, Nancy and Skip Sweetser '60, Janet and Pete Glasier '62, Anne and John Maheu '62, Dee and Merrill Dorman '63, Robert Beauchamp '65, Page and Ron Bishop '65, Norm Dean '65, Barbara and Ron Voelkel '65, Glenda and Ed Futch '66, Susan and Ron Bauman '68, Karen and Bob Hollerback .'68, Becky and Dan Lear '68, Bob Munsey '68, Bonnie and Lee Startt '68, Hillary and Neil Walsh '68, Sue and Bob Byles '69, Ken

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Edgar '69, Jane and Tom Fowler '69, Lin and Bob Logan '69, Emily and Dennis Plank '69, Pat and David Spriggs '69, Susie and Hank Prevette '70, George Sauer '70, Mike Cohen '71, Gary Reese '71, Mary and Doug Sameit '71, Johanna and George Foley '72, Larry Kester '72, Jack Hughes '74, Jerry Rudd '74, Mark Rupprecht '76, Vanessa and Mike Siefert '76, Bill Daniels '77, George Herning '77, Sue and Dave Paddock '77, BJ and Jack Kasiski '79, Keith Menz '83, Drew Karabin '84, Gary Williams '84, Ancfrea and Roger Phelps '85, Matt Schatzel '85, Todd Allison '87, Jennifer and Eric Denis '95, Chad Fulgham '96 and Associate Bob Earned. Regrettably, I may have excluded the names of some Alums, whose names or status I was unable to ascertain from the attendee list. Gomen esai.

The Chapter makes a special note of gratitude to our corporate sponsors, who helped make this party possible. These sponsors included Jack Greenhaigh '60, Dan Lear '68, Jim O'Brien '68, Dave Paddock '77, Andrea Phelps '85 and Bob Earned.

Finally, a hearty BZ is given to Mark Rupprecht '76, our event planning committee chairman, the "Usual Suspects" and all others who made this party such an enjoyable day. We will bag the Army next year.

Chapter Events Planning of the Chapter events in the spring of 1999 is underway. HuU-up on the horizon is the annual Spring Fling dinner dance and the golf outing. The date for the golf outing cannot be established until late February. Look for the date in the March-April ecUtion of The Main Mast, or check for SOE items on the HRC web site, www. usnaaahrc.org. It is time to check your personal calendars and schedule some time to join us.

Schedule of Events 17 March 1999, Business Breakfast, Holiday Inn Executive Center 27 March 1999, Spring Fling, Plaza Ramada Inn, Vfrginia Beach 21 April 1999, Business Breakfast, Holiday Inn Executive Center Jerry A. Rudd '74 blackshoe @ erols. com

Richmond Chapter CDR WiUiam L. Ruch, HI, USN (Ret) '68 5707 Maple Brook Drive Midlotiiian, VA 23112-6320 h: 804-739-3664 e: wlr68@sprintmaU.com

Shenandoah Valley Chapter

WASHINGTON Hanford/Tri-Cities Chapter CAPT Edward G. Sehwier, USN (Ret) '69 1200 KnoUwood Court Richland, WA 99352-9448 h: 509-598-4385

Puget Sound Chapter CAPT Walter S. Draper, FV, USN (Ret.) '61 3725 Bahia Vista Drive Bremerton, WA 98310 h: 360-479-3945; w: 360-478-5113 e: wscfraperiv@aol.com Since the last issue, we've had two notable events in the Puget Sound Chapter The Parents Club Christmas Dinner was a success, (or at least no negative reports have been received yet!) and fans had a great time at the Army/Navy game gathering at the Seattle College Club. Navy attendance at that event beat Army's, although our team didn't have as much good luck. But, the majority left on a positive note thinking, "There's always next year!" Please see the photo below.

Coming up this spring: 20 March: Dinner aboard ABRAHAM LINCOLN April: Guest speaker TBD 8 May: Dinner aboard the Spirit of Washington Dinner Train For specific information on Puget Sound Chapter events (dates, times etc.), take a look at our web page at www.usnaaa-psc.org, or contact our Chapter president as noted above. Beat Army\ Ben Meeuwsen '91 meeuwsen@mindspring.com

WASHINGTON, DC AREA Greater Washington Chapter CDR Edward H. Conant USN (Ret) '64 6007 Grove Drive Alexandria, VA 22307-1140 h: 703-329-1550; w: 703-271-7407 e: econant@gdats.com Your Greater Washington chapter is aggressively planning our schedule for the New Year, while we try to catch our breath from an activity-packed season that brought 1998 to a close.

We are excited and honored to have our service chiefs address us this spring. Chief of Naval Operations ADM Jay Johnson '68 will join us for our luncheon meeting on 20 January, and Gen Chuck Krulak '64, Commandant of the Marine Corps, will be our distinguished guest on 21 April.

This past fall was filled with informative and fun events that kept our Alumni in the loop, both on the Yard and around the world.

CAPT Jeff Sapp '77, Navy's Deputy Director of Athletics, addressed our Chapter on 16 October CAPT Sapp spoke about striving for excellence and the total program at the Academy, which includes our strong athletic programs. With the N a v y / N o t r e Dame football game played at Washington's Jack Kent Cooke Stadium this year, our Chapter cohosted a joint Navy/Notre Dame luncheon on 13 November Retired Navy Chaplain, Joe Ryan, kicked-off the event with a lively invocation asking for God's biased intervention for a Navy victory. His humorous blessing quickly received the attention of our Notre Dame counterparts and set the stage for an energetic and lightly competitive luncheon. Tom Lynch '64, and his brother, Jim Lynch (Notre Dame '67), were our keynote speakers. The luncheon, which was hosted

by Regis Philbin (Notre Dame '53), honored the Navy '64 team and Notre Dame's '67 team. Other Navy speakers at the head table included former Secretary of the Navy John Dalton '64, Naval Academy Superintendent VADM John R. Ryan '67, and Navy Athletic Director Jack Lengyel.

Despite another tough loss on the field, the Navy/ Notre Dame luncheon was a great success that exceeded all of our expectations. Our Chapter is donating proceeds from the luncheon to the Naval Academy Foundation in the name of Edgar "Rip" Miller, former lineman for Notre Dame, from 1922 to 1924, and one of the "Seven Mules" who made the line for the famous "Four Horsemen" from that era. Miller went on to become an integral part of Navy athletics for 48 years, serving as an assistant football coach, head football coach and long-time Assistant Director of Athletics. The event would not have been possible without the efforts of our Chapter's David Cooper '57, whose hard work made the event such a success.

On 18 November, Ambassador Richard Lee Armitage '67, addressed our luncheon meeting.

After serving in the surface Navy during Vietnam, Ambassador Armitage went on to lead a distinguished politico-military career, holding senior troubleshooting and negotiating positions in the Departments of State and Defense and Congress.

Ambassador Armitage gave an insightful presentation about our curtent domestic events, tying them into world affairs.

An annual Army/Navy luncheon was held at Boiling Air Force Base on 2 December The luncheon was hosted by Jack T. Clary, author of A'avy Football: Gridiron Legends and Fighting Heroes, and was also attended by Army and Navy leadership from D.C. The new Secretary of the Navy,

Nicholas Nerangis '63 500 Pegasus Court Winchester, VA 22602 w: 540-667-1322; f: 540-667-4929 e: davidl3733@bigplanet.com

WiUiamsburg Chapter Col Bradley Sutter, USAF (Ret) '53 117 Pierce's Court WiUiamsburg, VA 23185 h: 757-220-2929 e: sutwil@widomakercom

Puget Sound Chapter, 1 to r: Mrs. and ADM Bill Center '68, Mrs. and CAPT Ron Barrow '69

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Richard Danzig, was present to show his Navy support and cunning wit, which kept our Army foes on tiiefr toes. Otiiers attending were: 'Vice Chief of Naval Operations ADM Don PiUuig '65, Naval Academy Superintendent VADM John Ryan '67, and Pat PhUbm '65, former Navy tackle. Many thanks to our Chapter's Dennis Spurgeon '65 for pitiling this event together The annual Candidates Luncheon, sponsored by our Chapter, offers Aluinni an opportunity to don their recraiter hats, meet Midshipmen candidates and share our unique Academy experience. VADM John Ryan '67 was our honored guest at this year's event, on 16 December Academic Dean BiU MiUer '62 and Dean of Acfrnissions David Vetter '67 were also present to add their perspectives about Academy life and its opportunities and challenges.

Again, this event would not have been possible without the dedicated support of our Chapter members, especially Hap Day '42, Tina Higgins '85 and Kerwin MUler '75.

Our Chapter continues to host monthly membership meetings on the third Wednesday of each month. Local Aluinni, and visiting Alumni from around the world, are welcome and encouraged to join our Chapter for these informative and exciting meetings at the Ft. Meyer Officer's Club. We start at 11:30 a.m. for a cocktail gathering, foUowed by lunch and our keynote speakers. For membership or general information, contact Hap Day '42 at 703-560-6252 or hapday@erols.com.

WEST VIRGINIA West Virginia Chapter LtCol Patrick McKay, USMC (Ret.)'74 163 Oakwood Estates Scott Depot, WV 2556^"^ h; 304-757-2437; w; 304-346-5312 e: edlon-psi@msn.com ""^^ The West Vfrginia Chapter members and thefr famUies met at the home of CAPT Jim Bums '74, USN, Medical Coips (Ret.), on 5 December 1998, for an Army/Navy game party. Twenty-five were in attendance, plus one remarkable resemblance to a BUI the Goat of yesteryear. AU three photos were

by Stephen Shumlas '69, who owns "BiU the Goat" CAPT Jim Bums '74 is a medical doctor in pediatrics at Charleston Area Medical Center's Women's and Chilcfren's Hospital in Charleston, WV. He and his wife, Lela, a former Navy Nurse

West Virginia Chapter, I to r: Jim Buras '74, Phil Wright '81, "Bill die Goat," Mike FerreU '68, Stephen Shumlas '69, Lee Ann Lambert '87, Joe Dailey '51 and Dan McCague '66 Ueutenant, reside in Charleston. Jim is an avid sailboat sailor and has the blue and gold flying above the mantie in his home.

Alumni in attendance at the Army/Navy game party included: Joe DaUey '51, vice president-elect for 1999; Dan McCague '66, Chapter secretary for 1998 and 1999; Mike FerreU '68, Chapter vice president and president-elect for 1999; Stephen Shumlas '69; Jun Bums '74, our host; PhU Wright '81 and Lee Ann Lambert '87.

Lee Ann Lambert wore her Navy sweater with a varsity "N" plus star (indicating Army at bay) for Judo. Dr Bums is a pechatrician and loves kids, so he said to bring all the kids.

A good time was had by all, as everyone brought thefr favorite treat to eat. At the end of the game, Jim played a recorcUng of Navy Blue and Gold, and we all stood and tried to chime out the tune.

Not a few tears were shed as we all remembered our past and present heritage. Best voice goes to Joe Dailey'51!

The next Chapter function will be a limcheon at Cagney's in Charleston, on the first Friday in May, which wUl be 7 May 1999.

Dan McCague '66

WISCONSIN Wisconsin Chapter Wmston C. WUUams '46 13350 West Bluemound Road #2 Ehn Grove, "WI 53122-2538 h: 414-782-6645; w; 414-782 ~ e: winwiU@execpc.com e: cook.philUp @ milwaukee.va,gov

UNITED KINGDOM Great Britain Chsf^^ Susanne Saalau-BetheU '85 50 Aubreys Letchworth-Herts SG6 3 ' England ' ^ w: 0-I438-76-34I9 ssb25133 @GlaxoWellcome.co.uk or rhetheU @ netcomuk.co.uk

Are you a member of the Robert Means Thompson Society! Please call Jennifer John, at 410-293-1939, at the Naval Academy Planned Giving Office, to discuss membership .

West Virginia Chapter's Army/Navy game party on 5 December 1998 at die home of Jim Buras '74

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Requiescat in Pace T h e y shall grow n o t old, as we that are left grow old; age shall not weary them, nor t h e years c o n d e m n . A t t h e going d o w n of t h e sun and in t h e morning, we will remember t h e m . â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Laurence Binyon, 1914

Ackerman, Robert Wyatt '63, Dr., 11 October 1998 Ashley, John Thomas, Jr. '50, 9 June 1998 Barnett, Austin Hill, Jr. '40 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 27 June 1998 Bierer, Howard Troutman '33 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 31 December 1998 Clark, J e r r y A l l e n ' 6 2 , 14 November 1998 Henneberger, Josiah Baker '41 CDR, USN (Ret.), 27 November 1998 Hills, Stetson Parker '44 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 21 January 1999 Holben, Donald Eugene '46 Col, USMC (Ret.), 14 January 1998 Howard, James Hampden '30 RADM, USN (Ret.), 12 November 1998 Jones, Alvin Arthur '31 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 10 December 1998 Kaup, Karl Lee '63 RADM, USN (Ret.), 30 December 1998 FRANK O'BEIRNE '26 Vice Admiral Frank O'Beime, USN (Ret.) died on 19 October 1998. He was a resident of Vinson Hall, in McLean, VA. Bom in Biloxi, MS, on 26 November 1903, he was raised in Elgin, IL. He attended Marion Institute in Alabama before entering the Naval Academy, where he sang in the chofr and played on the water polo team all four years. He was captain of the team his first class year. Memorial services were held in the Ft. Myer Chapel, with burial in Arlington National Cemetery.

Upon graduation with the Class of 1926, he served in NEVADA and SARATOGA until taking flight ttaining in Pensacola with the second group of '26 Classmates. He received his wings on 22 January 1927 and was assigned to VF-1 (SARATOGA). He

was an instractor in Pensacola before going to the PGLine School (Aero. Eng.) in AnnapoUs in 1932.

Then he served in VO-413 (CALIFORNIA and WEST VIRGINIA) and VP-22 based at NAS Peari Harbor, when World War II broke out.

VP-22 joined PatWingTen in January 1942.

Later he was CO of CHILDS ( A V D - 1) in the Indian Ocean and then served on Gen. MacArthur's staff (Intelligence) and then with Comlnch (Plans). He commanded BRETON (CVE-23) in combat during the Iwo Jima and Okinawa campaigns. He also served as Chief of Staff ComCarDiv SIX before the war ended.

Shore duty after the war included OpNav, the National War College, Asst. Naval Attache London and Commander Field Command, Armed Forces Special Weapons Projects, Sandia Base, He served two years as Director for Operations, Joint Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff. At sea he commanded MIDWAY, C A R D I V 18, and with his third star. Naval Air Force, Atlantic.

Admiral O'Beime's decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with Combat V, the Air Medal and the Presidential Unit Citation.

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Keeler, Owen Floyd, Jr. ' 4 3 , 9 January 1999 Kittredge, Taylor F. '59, 11 October 1998 Leete, Neale Edward '47, 3 January 1999 Logan, Joseph Bailey '53 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 12 November 1998 Luosey, Michael Joseph '33 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 29 June 1998 McGrail, Charles Reynolds, Jr. '57 RADM, USN (Ret,), 20 December 1998 Mustin, Lloyd Montague '32 VADM, USN (Ret.), 21 January 1999 Nix, Walter Collier '54 CAPT, USN 17 December 1998 Page, Robert Alfred '46 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 15 December 1998 Presler, Irving Stahl '34 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 8 November 1998

Rand, Woodford Morris ' 4 5 , 3 January 1999 Rapp, Fred Lincoln '51 LCDR, USN (Ret.), 2 December 1998 Riggs, Thomas Jefferies, Jr. '40 COL, USAR (Ret.), 5 November 1998 Ryan, Albert Francis, Jr. '33 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 20 October 1998 Sargent, Ralph Nelson, Jr. '33 LCDR, USNR (Ret.), 21 October 1998 Smith, Hinton Ira '34 CAPT, USN (Ret.), 12 January 1999 Tyng, Michael Thiel '38 CDR, USN (Ret.), 10 October 1998 Watson, Jack Thomas '46 Dr., 19 December 1998 Wells, Thomas Clifford ' 5 4 , 16 May 1998 Wolf, Richard Lloyd '60, 7 July 1998

Survivors include his wife, of 71 years, Grace Thomas O'Beime of McLean; two children, Karen O'Beime Taylor of Virginia Beach and Captain Frank O'Beime, Jr '58, USN (Ret.), of Mystic, CT; a sister; seven grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchilcfren.

He had post-war duty on the Naval Academy staff, at the War College, CinClant staff and command of ALDEBARAN. He earned an MBA from George Washington University in 1952, served tours in BuPers and SACLant, before command-

LESTER ORIN WOOD '31 Rear Admfral Lester O. Wood, USN (Ret.), died 2 December 1998 at Windermere in Virginia Beach, VA, and was buried in the U.S. Naval Academy Cemetery.

Wood was born in January 1910 in Jim Creek, WA, and was appointed to the Naval Academy from that state. Upon graduation, he went to SARATOGA ( C V 3), remained there four years, then served in

ing GENERAL G . M . RANDALL.

Wood retired from the Navy in 1959, and entered the nursery business. He became president of the Virginia Camelia Society and developed a new camelia called "Our Linda." From 1964 to 1973, he taught high school physics in Virginia Beach. For recreation. Wood enjoyed golf He scored four holes-in-one and shot his age at 81.

In his active career. Wood was awarded two Silver Stars, two Bronze Stars, and an Army Unit Citation.

He is survived by his daughter, Linda, wife of Captain Allen B. Higgenbotham, USN (Ret.), of Sarasota, FL; four grandchildren; and eight greatgrandchildren.

His Classmates gratefully remember that at their July 1990 luncheon in Annapolis, Les took on responsibility for their 60th, and managed a very successful Reunion in September 1991.

FLUSSER (DD-368) and NECHES (AO-19). In 1939,

he joined the teaching staff of the Naval Academy, but increasing intemational sttesses required his assignment at sea.

He served through World War II in destroyers, first as executive officer of WILLIAM B . PRESTON (AVD-7), where war's outbreak found him in Mindinao under air attack. Two months later came the sudden Japanese attack on Darwin. With the captain ashore, Wood assumed command and fought his ship, saving her in spite of severe damage. The battle-torn Ensign from PRESTON was draped on his coffin at his funeral. In December 1942, he commanded BARNEY (DD-149) escorting in the Caribbean. In November 1943, he commissioned LAWS (DD-558) as CO. In this ship, he fought major battles (and a typhoon), including the rough destroyer days off Okinawa.

J A M E S DAHLMAN COLLETT '32 James D. CoUett, age 89, a retired Navy captain who served as director of the Washington Home for seven years in the 1960s, died of congestive heart failure 10 December at the Ginger Cove retirement community in Annapolis. He had lived there since 1988.

Captain CoUett was a native of Omaha, NE, and a 1932 graduate of the Naval Academy in AnnapoUs, MD. During World War II, he was a commanding officer of two destroyers in the Pacific.

His postwar assignments included service as a Naval Attache to Spain and commander of the naval station in Newport, RI. After 30 years of mili-

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tary service, he retired in 1962 and subsequently became executive director of the Washington Home. He retired from that post in 1969.

His wife, Margaret Peyton Calvert CoUett, died in 1996.

Survivors include two sons, James CoUett J r of Crofton and George CoUett of Reston.

OSCAR ALLAN HEINLEIN '32 Colonel Heilein, bom in 1911, died last April in Las Vegas. After graduation, he served in the Bomber Command at the Weather Service. In 1965, he retired from the Air Force with over 300 missions to his credit. He was awarded the Purple Heart, Legion of Merit, Air Medal (for outstanding service in new Guinea in 1943) and Commendation Medals.

Oscar was a meteorologist of distinction, with advanced degrees from CalTech and Stanford. He instituted new forecasting methods which reduced flying hours lost due to bad weather The Air Force utilized his expertise in Austtalia, Saudi Arabia and Africa.

Oscar's family life was with his wife, Suzanne; her daughter, Catherine; and his two sons, Tex and Michael. (Tex, a West Pointer, is now deceased.)

His family speaks highly of their enjoyable years together

MAGRUDER HILL TUTTLE '32 Rear Admiral Magrader Hill Tuttie, USN (Ret.), of Pensacola, FL, died 6 November 1998, at the age of 90. Service of the Resurtection was held 10 November at the First United Methodist Church in Pensacola, FL, with intemment at Bartancas National C e m etery. His wife of 58 years, Dorothy Courtney Tuttle (1994) and his son, 1st Lieutenant Robert Ervin Tuttle '67, USMC, (Vietnam 1968) preceded him in death.

Bom 21 July 1908 in Lenoir, NC, to the late Reverend Magmder H. Tuttie and Louisa Ervin Tuttle, "Tut" attended Duke University on a football scholarship in 1926. Leaving Duke after his first semester due to a football injury, he enlisted in the Navy in 1927. Appointed to the Naval Academy in 1928, he served as captain of the 1931 football team, and was honored to be included on several AU-American lists for 1931. He was also the heavyweight boxing champion and awarded the Thompson Trophy in 1932. He served on WEST VIRGINIA for two years before reporting for flight training in Pensacola, FL. Designated as Naval Aviator #4200 in 1936, he was first assigned to scout-pilot duty flying off of NEVADA (BB-36); and subsequently served as a pilot in VS-5, aboard the new carrier YORKTOWN (CV-5), and on to VP-22, a fleet patrol squadron based out of Pearl Harbor, HI, during the pre-World War 11 years. As the ordnance and gunnery officer at the Naval Air Station, Ford Island; and with his family residing in quarters facing the battieship UTAH, he was just assuming the duties of Officer of the Watch on the morning of 7 December 1941, when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor During the war years, he commanded patrol squadrons VP-201, and VPB111 flying PB4Y "Liberators" based in England.

While serving as Director of Tactical Test at Patuxent River, MD, he became Naval Aviation's

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27th jet pilot in 1946. Subsequent assignments included: X.O. of WRIGHT, C O . NAS Corry Field, C O . FAETULANT; Chief of Staff, Naval Air Basic Training, Commander Fleet Air Quonset Point, RI; Chief of Naval Air Basic Training, Pensacola; CO PHILIPPINE SEA; Commander Carrier Division 20; and Commander, Naval Air Technical Training, Memphis, TN. One of his proudest service legacies occurted during his tour as Chief of Naval Air Basic Training, when he helped to establish the first Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, now the National Museum of Naval Aviation.

Since his retirement to Pensacola, FL, in 1967, Admiral Tuttle served on the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation Board of Directors. His service has also included: Director of the Fiesta of Five Flags; Gulf Coast Council Boy Scouts of America, awarded the Silver Beaver; Life member and Paul Harris Fellow of the Sub-West Rotary, where he enjoyed many special friendships through the years; and various terms on the Board of Directors Pensacola Council Navy League, U.S.O., Greater Pensacola United Fund, First Navy Bank and Bank of the South. He was an active and devoted member of the First United M e t h o d i s t Church, Pensacola for 31 years, serving on numerous boards and committees. "Tut" led a lifestyle of service, faith, love of family, friends and country.

Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Harry Courtney Tuttle and Marilyn Tuttle of Pensacola, F L ; d a u g h t e r s and sons-in-law, Courtney Tuttle Scalcucci and Frank Scalcucci '66 of Cincinnati, OH; Jane Tuttle Hamm and Marvin J. Hamm, J r '70 of Richardson, TX; granddaughters: Lt. Shannon Scalcucci, USN; Amy Lynn Scalcucci; Louisa Jane Hamm; Christina Ann Tuttle; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Many friends and caregivers at the Azalea Trace Retfrement Community, his many friends and loving family will miss him.

Memorial contributions may be made to the National Museum of Naval Aviation, P.O. Box 33104, Naval Afr Station, Pensacola, FI. 32508; the First United Methodist Church, 6 East Wright Street, Pensacola, FI. 32501; or Hospice of Northwest Florida, 2001 Palafox Stteet, Pensacola, FI. 32501 Jane Tuttle

IRVIN SWANDER HARTMAN '33 Captain Irvin "Jim" Hartman, USN (Ret.), died of heart failure at a Gresham, OR, care facility on 20 November 1998, foUowing hospitalization. He was 87. Inurnment, with full military honors, was at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, OR, on 25 November 1998.

Present were a large contingent from Submarine Veterans of World War II. A memorial service was held at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Sandy, OR, on 5 December 1998. Jim was highly respected by his shipmates for his integrity, courage under fire, and his ability to make decisions under extraordinary combat conditions. He was a true hero...but he was the last to take credit. In his own words, "...it was not me, but my crews who were the real heroes and deserve the credit."

Jim was bom on 14 September 1911, on a small farm near Columbia City, IN, where he also gradu-

ated from high school. He was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1929 (never having seen the sea) and graduated in 1933 in the upper half of his class. Jim's first duty assignment was aboard the light craiser, OMAHA. In 1935, he married Elizabeth Daubin, an Annapolis "yard engine," and the daughter of RADM F.A. Daubin '09.

While aboard OMAHA, the submarine service called him. Reporting to submarine school in 1936, Jim received training aboard the R-4. His first duty was a short stint aboard BARRACUDA, which he rode back from Pearl Harbor through the Panama Canal to the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard for decommissioning. He then reported to SALMON ( S S - 1 8 2 ) , and was present for its commissioning.

Five years later, and now executive officer of SALMON, he observed the Japanese attack on Cavite Navy Yard while lying on the bottom of ManUa Bay. Shortly thereafter, SALMON was credited with the first "down-the-throat" sinking of a Japanese destroyer Later, he participated in the Battle of the Java Sea in defense of the Dutch East Indies.

Jim subsequently commanded the S-41, making successful patrols in the Aleutian Campaign. In 1944, he commissioned BARBERO and retumed to the South Pacific, where his submarine participated in the attack on Guadalcanal and the liberation of the Philippines.

In recognition of his actions against the enemy during the war, Jim was awarded the Navy Cross, a Silver Star, and Gold Star in lieu of a second Silver Star.

Immediately following World War n , Jim served as separations officer and executive officer of Camp Parks, CA. Subsequent commands included: executive officer, HOWARD W . GILMORE, 1947 (a

submarine tender); ComSubDiv 42, 1948; command of ELECTRA ( A K A - 4 ) , 1953; and ST. PAUL

(CA-73), 1957.

Jim attended the Naval War College in 1949, foUowed by tiie Industtial CoUege in 1950.fri1952, he became a faculty member of the Industrial College. Other significant shore duties included; war plans officer, Caribbean Sea Frontier in Puerto Rico, 1952; BuPers assistant tUrector of enlisted personnel; staff of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, 1958.

Jim retired from the Navy in late 1959 and moved to Oregon with his family, where he built his "cfream home" on 40 (later expanded to 60) acres of logged-over timberland. Over the years, he planted ttees, built a lake, and beautified his "Greentrees" acreage. In 1993, he was named "Clackamas County Small Woodlands Farmer of the Year." Jim was also very active in Sandy, OR, community affairs; contributing time, trees and financial support to the community. He was an active member of the Kiwanis and was a Boy Scout ttoop leader Jim's second career began in 1964, when he undertook the responsibility of developing a community college for the Sandy and Mt. Hood area.

Through his efforts, bonds were passed, and Mt. Hood Community College was formed. He became the plant services director and the college's first employee. He retired from tiiis position in 1972 to focus on Greentrees. Elizabeth "Betty" Hartman, his wife of 54 years, passed away in 1989, due to complications following surgery.

On 18 May 1991, at the age of 82, Jim married the former Mrs. Elaine Dyson, of Sandy, OR. Jim is survived by his wife, Elaine; eldest son, Michael Hartman '59 of Gresham, OR; Patticia Spencer of Milwaukee, OR; Christopher Hartman of Clackamas, OR; and Andrew Hartman of Eugene, OR; and numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.

Rest Your Oars, Sailor!

Michael Hartman '59

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JOE ROBERT PENLAND '35 Captain Joe Robert Penland, a naval officer shot down during the Battle of Midway, died on 30 June 1998, at San Diego Hospice, foUowing a massive sttoke. He was buried in a graveside service on 10 July, in the Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain, NC. Joe was bom in Concord, NC, in October 1911, attended Kings Mountain High School, and in November 1929, enlisted in the Navy. He served onboard craisers before receiving an appointment to die Naval Academy and graduated with the Class of 1935.

Upon graduation, Joe was assigned to CHESTER (CA-27), on which he had served as an enlisted man, and then DECATUR (DD-341) briefly until September, when he was assigned to the newly-commissioned carrier, YORKTOWN ( C V - 5 ) . In July 1940, he reported to NAS Pensacola for flight ttaining and was designated a naval aviator in March 1941, being assigned to Bombing Squacfron Six attached to ENTERPRISE (CV-6). In December 1940, he married Martha Adams of Havre de Grace, MD. Joe was flying into Pearl Harbor when the Japanese attacked there, and subsequently participated in carrier raids on the Marshall, Wake, and Marcus Islands in the Battle of Midway. He was awarded the Air Medal for meritorious conduct as a section leader in repeated attacks upon enemy ships and shore installations during the Marshall Islands attack in Febraary 1942. He received the Navy Cross for exttaorcUnary heroism and courageous devotion to duty as a division leader in action against enemy forces in the Battle of Midway, pressing his attack through intense AA fire to a distance which rendered retum to his carrier unlikely.

He safely landed his badly damaged plane in the water thirty miles from the enemy forces. He was able to inflate his life raft and was picked up by friendly forces the next day.

Following the Battle of Midway, Joe was assigned as flight training officer at NAS Daytona Beach, and in 1944, he retumed to the Westem Pacific as afr officer, and later executive officer,

EDWIN CLARK AIKEN '39 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1 Colonel Edwin C "Ed" Aiken, USMC (Ret.), died at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC, on 26 December A beautiful memorial service, presided over by LCDR Diane Meehan, Chaplain, was held at the Naval Academy Chapel on 30 December and was followed by a moving inumment service at the Naval Academy Columbarium, which included an honor guard from the Academy's Marine Corps detachment. His family and friends, including many members of the Class of '39, participated in the services which included the singing of the "Navy Hymn" and "America the Beautiful" as he had wished.

Ed graduated from the Naval Academy in 1939 and served with the Marine Corps for 23 years. He described his years at the Academy as "the best years of my life." He was a true Marine in every sense of the word and instilled the Corps' qualities of honor and integrity in his children.

Ed was a staunch supporter of the Naval Academy Alumni Association and the Naval Academy Athletic Association. In addition to being a frequent participant in Class of '39 activities, Ed recently took it upon himself to organize social events for the Marine Corps Basic School Class of ' 3 9 Alumni. Together with Classmates, Warren Baker and Willy Stiles, he was responsible for some very enjoyable reunions with his fellow Marines.

Ed is survived by his wife of 57 years, Margaret W. Aiken of Alexandria, VA; his two sons, Edwin W. Aiken of Sunnyvale, CA, and Robert E. Aiken of Columbia, MD; his step-brother, Robert C Ewing, of Charlottesville, VA; and four wonderful grandchilcfren, WiUiam, Julia, and Emily Aiken and Adrianne Caridakis.

Donations may be made in Ed's memory to the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association (Class of 1939), 247 King George Street, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Edwin W. Aiken

of NEHENTA BAY ( C V E - 7 4 ) , receiving the Bronze

Star with Combat "V" for his performance during operations against enemy forces in the Marianas and the Philippine Islands, in the China Sea and in Okinawa. In January 1946, he assumed command of SIDPLEY BAY (CVE-85), and later that year became executive officer of NAS Whiting Field, FL. Other post World War II duty assignments included courses of instraction at the Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk, VA and the Naval War College, Newport, RI, executive officer and then commanding officer of Transport Squadron TwentyThree, service on the staffs of CinC Naval Forces, Southem Europe; and commander Field Command, Defense Atomic Support Agency, Sandia Base, and commanding officer of CANISTEO (AO-99). In 1959, he took command of LAKE CHAMPLAIN (CVS-39) and in 1960, became Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations, Eleventh Naval District. He retired from the Navy on 1 July 1961.

In civilian life, from 1961 to 1970, Joe worked for three companies. General Dynamics, Douglas Aircraft, and Litton Industries. In 1970, he acquired a dry-cleaning business in San Diego, which in his later years, he tumed over to his son, Joe. He was predeceased by his wife and is survived by his sons, Robert Penland of Santa Clara, CA, and Joseph Penland, of El Cajon, CA; his sister, Faye Cowan of Anderson, NC; and brother, T.M. Penland of Beaumont, TX; and three grandchildren.

Jesse B. Gay, Jr. '35

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JOHN DAVID CALLAHAN '45 Dr John David Callahan of Palm City, FL, died on 10 December 1998 at his home. He was 77 years old.

A native of Newburgh, NY, he was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941, and graduated in the Class of 1945 on 7 June 1944, as a member of the 20th Company. At the Academy, he was active in both the Quarterback Club and the German Club.

Upon graduation, he was assigned to MISSOURI (BB-63) in the damage control group. His next assignment was at Lakehurst, NJ, for lighter-thanair flight training and then, as squadron pilot in Key West in 1948-49, when he resigned from the Navy.

In civilian life, he attended dental school at St. Louis University, where he also took additional ttaining to become an orthodontist, graduating from the University in 1955. He set up practice as an orthodontist in Syracuse, NY, where he practiced for more than 30 years.

Survivors include his wife of fifty years, Mary Ellen; two sons, John D. Callahan Jr and Thomas Callahan; and three grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, 14 December, at the Holy Redeemer Church in Palm City.

Larry Shaffer '45

Don't let the fear of the time it will take to accomplish something stand in the way of your doing it. The time will pass anyway; we might just as well put that passing time to the best possible use.

-Earl Nightingale GRADY RICHARD GAY '45 Lieutenant Commander Grady Richard Gay, USN (Ret.), age 77, died at his home in Millen, GA, on 27 March 1998, after a lengthy battle with diabetes.

Grady entered the Academy in 1941 as a member of the Class of 1945, graduating on 7 June 1944 in the 11th Company. Affectionately known to his Classmates as "Pappy," he was a varsity athlete and a tough and aggressive football player He is remembered for scoring two touchdowns in Navy's 61-0 rout of Columbia in November of '43, including a 55-yard retum of a punt for a touchdown in the last seconds of the game, described as the most spectacular play of the game.

Grady was one of the Navy's early jet pilots, flying the very high performance F2H2 Banshee as a member of VF-11 (the world famous Red Rippers.) When he first started flying in the squadron, it was evident that he was not only a fine and well coordinated pilot, but that the aggressive spirit from the football field carried into his flying. He showed his leadership in settling a dispute between two squadrons onboard ORISKINY as she rounded the Horn. He persuaded the men to push their planes equally forward, so each could claim that they were first around the Hom. His squadron transferred to the carrier, KEARSARGE, for a WestPac deployment. He flew over 100 combat missions over North Korea and numerous combat air patrol missions off the Korean coast to intercept Russian and Korean jets flying out of Vladivostok. He was credited with, among other successful missions, knocking out an important eight-span bridge. The pilots and men of his squadron had a high regard for him.

After his retirement from the Navy in 1964, Grady served as headmaster, teacher and head football coach of Buckhead Academy in Jenkins County, GA. He later taught math at the Duvall County, FL, school system, from which he retired in 1986. He retumed to MUlen, GA, in 1996.

He was buried with full military honors. Former students of the Buckhead Academy served as pallbearers. He is survived by his brother and sisterin-law, John and Evelyn Gay; and his sister, Sara N. Gay of Millen, GA; and his step-daughter, Carla Brinks, of Jacksonville, FL. Larry Shaffer '45, with contributions from CAPT Al Olsen '45, CAPT Bill Barrow '44 and VADM George Talley '44.

CHARLES DAVIS MIZE '45 Major General Charles Davis Mize, USMC (Ret.), died of leukemia on 10 December 1998, at Inova Alexandria Hospital.

General Mize (Charlie) was a native of Cave Spring, GA, and was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941. He graduated on 7 July 1944, as a member of the 16th Company of the Class of 1945.

Choosing the Marine Corps, he was first assigned to Quantico. Upon completion of his training, he became a rifle platoon commander in the assault and occupation of Okinawa in some of the bloodiest fighting of World War II, and was wounded during the assault.

During the Korean War, as a company commander in tiie 5tii Marines of tiie 1 st Marine Division, he was again in tiie thick of a series of legendary and bloody actions. He was amongtiiefirst to arrive and holdtiiePusan Perimeter, tiie last large section of Korea held by the Allied forces after tiie ffrst disasttous days of the war.

Later, Charlie led his unit at the amphibious landing at Inchon, outflanking North Korean forces farther south down tiie peninsula, and resulting in the re-capture of the South Korean capital of Seoul.

His unit also went on to retake the capital building in Seoul.

He led his men in the advance through North Korea to the Chinese border, where in the dead of winter, the Chinese Communist army attacked.

Out-gunned and out-manned. General Mize and his men began a fighting retreat from the "Frozen Chosin" toward South Korea, where the 1st Marines arrived as a cohesive unit, along with its vehicles, its wounded, and its colors.

For his leadership in the Korean fighting, Charlie was awarded the Navy Cross, the Corps' highest decoration, second only to the Medal of Honor By the end of the Korean War, his combat decorations also included two Purple Hearts and the Bronze Star with combat "V." His service in Vietnam began as Deputy Director of the U.S. Military Assistant Command's Combat Operation Center in 1968-69. He later became operations officer of FV Corps, an Army command.

For this service, he was awarded the Legion of Merit and a second Bronze Star.

General Mize later received a second Legion of Merit and was promoted to brigadier general in 1970 and major general in 1973. His last assignment, before retiring in 1976, was commanding general of the First Marine Division at Camp Pendleton, CA. After retiring from active duty, he was a partner in the Wilson-Mize Company of Falls Church, a local builder in the northem Virginia area before retiring again, 18 years later He was a member of the Army/Navy Club, the Capital Exchange Club and the Naval Academy Alumni Association. His hobbies included golf and tennis, and he was an active "tailgater" at Navy home football games.

Survivors include his wife, the former Martha Ann Moore, of Falls Church; two sons. Randy Mize of San Diego, CA, and MajGen David Mize, USMC, of New Orleans, LA; two daughters, Ann Cuseo of Hawaii and Sally Ekfelt of Falls Church, VA; and eight grandchildren.

Burial was at the Naval Academy on 15 December 1998, with full mihtary honors, including the U.S. Marine Corps Band and Honor Guard of three platoons of U.S. Marines, with many Classmates, fellow Marines and friends attending.

Larry Shaffer '45 JAMES ALLEN STRAND '45 Mr James Allen Strand, died on 11 December 1998, at the Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula. He was 75 years old.

Jim entered the Naval Academy in 1941 from Bozeman, MT, and graduated on 7 June 1944, in tiie 4tii Company of the Class of 1945. His activities at the Academy included sports editor for the Lucky Bag, member of his battalion crew team and battalion staff.

Upon graduation, he served on SAN DIEGO from 1944 to 1946, and then destroyers, COMPTON and ZELLERS, until 1948, when he resigned from tiie Navy.

He began his civiUan career by attending Tulsa University, graduating in 1950 with a degree in

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Petroleum Engineering. While there, Jim met Patricia Bassett, and they were married in 1950.

Also in 1950, Jim began a long career with Gulf Oil Corporation, with duties in Calgary, Canada, Kuwait, and West Africa. In 1976, he was ttansferted to Houston, TX, where he assumed the duties of vice president in charge of international exploration and production operations for Gulf Oil. Jim retired from Gulf Oil in 1981 and moved to a long-planned retirement in Monterey, CA. He was a member of the Navy League and the Monterey Peninsula Country Club.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia; a son, James; and one grandson. Memorial services were held at the Paul Mortuary in Pacific Grove.

Phaon Derr '45 and Larry Shaffer '45

FRANCIS WILLIAM BACON, JR. '48 Dear friend and Classmate, Captain Francis W. "Bill" Bacon USN (Ret.), died in Norfolk, VA, on 15 November 1998 in the DePaul Medical Center after battling bone cancer for the past year.

Bill was bom in Marion, OH, and was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1944. He graduated on 6 June 1947 as a member of the Class of 1948A in the 1 st Company. Bill was active at the Academy, as a star in varsity gym, member of the chapel chofr and the Radio Club. He was Commander of the First Battalion.

After graduation, he had sea duty in LIND (DD703) and TANNER ( A G S - 1 5 ) prior to entering PG

School at Monterey, CA. In 1955, he was awarded a master of science degree in electtonics engineering and was ordered to the precommissioning detail and duty in FORRESTAL (CVA-59). Designated as an EDO in 1956, he served 20 years in shipCHARLES RAYMOND ANDERSON '47 Captain Charles R. yards, SupShips and BuShips. His final three years Anderson, USN of active duty were as Commanding Officer, Ship (Ret.), died of cancer Repair Facility, Yokosuka, Japan. He received nuin San Diego on 6 No- merous letters of appreciation from the mayor and governor, and the Emperor of Japan conferted the vember 1998.

Bora in 1924, and Third Class Order of the Sacred Treasure upon raised in Long Beach, Captain Bacon.

After retirement. Bill worked as a consulting CA, he attended the engineer and instructor in the field of naval and Califomia Instimte of Technology for a year marine engineering and management. He and his prior to his Congres- wife, Kitty, lived in Belgium and in Teheran, fran, sional appointment to during some of his engineering projects. Captain the Academy from Bacon was past president of the Norfolk-Vfrginia Califomia. He graduated with the Class of 1947 in Beach Executives Club. He also served his community with memberships in the Lakewood Civic June, 1946 (16th Company).

Upon graduation, he served in GEARING (DD- League, the Norfolk Kiwanis Club, and the Knights 710) prior to attending the Naval Intelligence and of Columbus in Sturgeon Bay, WI. He was a memLanguage Schools, where he specialized in Chi- ber of the Norfolk Yacht and Country Club and the nese. His command of that language was key to Army-Navy Country Club of Arlington, VA. his subsequent assignments as Assistant Naval Among his many interests. Captain Bacon enjoyed Attache at the U.S. Embassies in Taipei and sailing his ketch, the TAICARA BUNE, which he Singapore, and his later commands of the Naval brought back with him from his tour in Japan.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Advisory Group to the Thai Navy in Bangkok, and Kathryn A. "Kitty" Bacon; four chilcfren, Defrcfre of the Navy Section of the MAAG in Taiwan.

Bacon Ruchman and Sheila Marie Bacon of DalAt sea, he was XO of BELLE GROVE (LSD-2), las, TX; Francis W. "Bill" Bacon III of and commanded BRINKLEY BASS (DD-887) and GuRKE (DD-783), serving in the Tonkin Gulf dur- Fredericksburg, VA; and Barbara Bacon Mitchell ing the Vietnam era, and later on the ComPhibPac of Cudjoe Key, FL; two sisters, Betty Bacon Fletcher of Port Clinton, OH, and Nancy Bacon Staff.

Chuck retired in 1976, and served for two years Hountz of Atianta, GA; three grandsons, Jessin D. as an advisor to the Iranian Navy at Bandar Abbas, Bacon and Andrew W. Bacon of Fredericksburg, in fran. He and his family left fran when revolu- VA and Thomas F. Ruchman of Dallas, TX. A funeral mass was held 19 November in Our tion swept the country.

He had met and married the former Helen Lady of Victory Chapel, Norfolk Naval Base. CapMacBride in 1949, while his ship was in dry-dock tain Bacon was laid to rest with full military honat the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. She accompanied ors in the Arlington National Cemetery on 25 Nohim in their retirement on a wide variety of ttavels vember after a brief service in the Old Post chapel through Asia and elsewhere, always retuming to at Fort Myer The family requested that in lieu of the home they established in Coronado. There, he flowers memorial donations be made to the Interindulged his passions for gardening, tennis, sail- national Myeloma Foundation, 2129 Stanley Hills ing, and cards. "A mediocre bridge player," says Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90046. Kitty's address is 1365 Emory Place, Norfolk, VA 23509-1410.

Mrs. Anderson. "He beat me mercilessly at poker, but I always took him at bridge!"

Cabell Davis Captain Anderson is survived also by their children, Susan Read Anderson of Washington, DC; and Dr Gary Anderson of Santa Barbara, CA; by a sister, Geraldine Adams; and by two grandchil- DOUGLAS FARRIS MOW '51 dren, Brian and Leslie.

Rear Admiral Douglas Farris Mow, USN (Ret.), Memorial services were conducted at Christ died of a heart attack on 25 November 1998 in Episcopal Church in Coronado, with private inter- Pentagon City Hospital, Arlington, VA. A memoment at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San rial service was held on 13 December 1998 at St. Diego.

James Episcopal Church. Interment, witii full military honors, occurted on 14 December at ArlingC.H. Shaddeau, Jr ton National Cemetery. The ArUngton ceremony included a traditional and inspiring fly-over by Try not to become a man of success. naval aircraft from NAS Oceana; a stfrring example of the high regard in which Rear Admiral Mow Rather become a mart of value. was held. Both services were attended by family, Albert Einstein friends and Classmates.

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Rear Admiral Mow, who was 70 years of age, was bora in Carbondale, CO. He entered the Naval Academy in 1947; graduating with the Class of 1951. While in his First Class Year, he was tteasurer of the Trident magazine and Commander of the Second Battalion.

Rear Admiral Mow successfully performed a wide range of demanding assignments during his 30 years of active duty. He obtained a master of science degree in physics, served with the research and development division of the Defense Nuclear Agency, was head of the Weapons Test and Evaluation Branch in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, and was Executive Assistant/Naval Aid to Secretary of the Navy, William J. Middendorf.

A qualified Naval Aviator, Rear Admiral Mow held a number of increasingly responsible positions related to Naval Aviation and air operations, including: Commander, Attack Squacfron 164; Air Warfare Officer, U.S. Seventh Fleet; Commander, Carrier Air Wing Nineteen; Commander, Light Attack Wing One; and Commander, Tactical Wings, Atlantic. In this, his last active duty assignment, he commanded all tactical carrier based assets of the U.S. Atiantic Fleet.

Rear Admfral Mow made two deployments during the Viemam Conflict. In addition to leading Afr Wing strikes against increasingly heavily defended North Vietoam targets, he led the Navy air forces that flew combat support during the raid on Son Toy to free American prisoners of war. He also led the attack by naval afr craft on the Haiphong power plants.

In addition to his highly successful operational, administtative and combat assignments. Rear Admfral Mow distinguished himself as the VSTOL Program Coordinator during the years 1977 to 1980. Among many Naval aviators, he is considered the father of VSTOL aircraft for the military and is credited with persevering, in spite of great odds, to bring this advanced aircraft to operational status overcoming both technical and political challenges.

For his performance in war and peace. Rear Admiral Mow was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal, the Silver Star, three Legions of Merit (with V for valor), three Distinguished Flying Crosses, three Bronze Stars (each with V), and five Afr Medals. In addition, he received three Navy Commendation Medals, all with "V" for valor, as weU as numerous theater service awards.

Subsequent to his retirement. Rear Admiral Mow did consulting work on defense industry matters.

He maintained a residence in the Washington area for the past 25 years, and during that time, his involvement in the life of the community steadily grew. He served as the Senior Warden and a Tmstee of St. James Episcopal Church in Alexandria. He was a past Regional President in the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia and had chaired its Commission on Church Planting and its Task Force on Regional Stmcture. Rear Admiral Mow served on tiie Board of Directors of the USNA Class of 1951, was a Sponsor of the Heritage Foundation, as well as member or Associate of the Virginia Historical Society, The Library of Congress, the Alexandria Association, and the U.S. Capital Historical Society. As a Naval officer and as a person. Rear Admiral Doug Mow epitomized the ideal "Officer and Gentieman."

Admiral Mow's survivors include his wife of 47 years, Rosalie J. Mow of Alexandria; a son, LCOL Douglas F Mow, Jr of Arlington, VA; three daughters, Deborah M. Mainwaring of Dothan, AL; Laura C Mow and Nancy M. Mow, both of Alexandria; and three grandchildren.

WILLIAM ANDREW SMITH '52 Colonel William A. Smith, USAF (Ret.), of Colorado Springs, CO, died 2 January 1999 at his home at the age of 70.

Colonel Smith graduated from the Naval Academy in 1952, and was commissioned in the Air Force where he served with distinction for over 26 years. He attended pilot ttaining school and Fighter Jet F-86 training school in 1954. He served in Japan, Korea, South Vietnam, Thailand and Europe amassing more than 6000 hours of flight time. He developed the simulator plan in 1973 and was commander and director of the Major Systems Program office. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a BS in Engineering in 1962 and the University of Southem California with a master's of science in systems management in 1973.

William Ancfrew Smith was bom on 4 November 1928 in Toledo, OH, to Eldon and Mildred Braskett Smith. He was manied to Margie Pierce in 1953 and they had three children.

He married Ardis Johnson in 1986. They resided in Boulder until 1992 when they moved to Colorado Springs.

Among his decorations were the Bronze Star, the Air Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Purple Heart, the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Force Commendation Medal.

He was a Senior Manager at Ball Technical Products Group, retiring in 1988. He was Director of Marketing at TYCHOL Technology until 1990.

Colonel Smith is survived by his wife, Ardis, and by his sons, Michael of Parker, CO; Patrick of Toledo, OH; his daughter, Marjanna of Berthoud, CO; three step-daughters, Stephanie of Vail, CO; Renee of Boulder, CO and Jamie of Ft. Collins, CO; nine grandchilcfren; his mother, Mildred of Toledo, OH; four brothers, Richard of Reading, MI; Thomas of Erie, MI; John of Coldwater, MI and Edward of Toledo, OH. He was preceded in death by his father Eldon E. Smith.

Bill was a member of First Lutheran Church, Stephens Ministry, The Retired Officers Association, The Order of Daedalians, was a past president and a member of the Board of Directors of NDIA, Air Commandos Association, Air Force Association, Naval Academy Alumni Association, Blue and silver Club, F-86 Pilots Assoc, and a member of the Masonic Lodge Ramah No. 165, Blue Lodge Consistory and Al Kaly Shrine Club.

Memorial contributions may be made, in lieu of flowers to the First Lutheran Church Memorial Fund in memory of Bill at 1515 N. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80907.

Captain D.J Sperling, USN (Ret.) '52 JOHN DACHOS '59 Captain John Dachos, USN (Ret.), passed away on 18 December, surrounded by his family, after a very courageous battle against kidney cancer As was typical for him, he fought until the very end.

John was born on 25 May 1938, to Mildred and Sam Dachos, in Nashua, NH. Upon graduation from the Naval Academy in June 1959, Captain Dachos was assigned to MCGOWAN ( D D 678), where he served as damage control assistant.

This was followed by a tour as engineer officer on STRIBLING (DD-867).

In 1963, Captain Dachos attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, where he

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received a master's degree in physics. He spent the summer of 1965 conducting research in plasma physics at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D . C , followed by an additional year at graduate school.

He attended Intelligence School with the U.S. Army at Fort HoUabird, MD. Upon completion, he was assigned as Chief of Collection for Intelligence on the Staff of Naval Forces, Vietnam. He retumed to sea as engineer officer on LEAHY ( D L G 16), as a member of her commissioning crew. This was followed by a tour as executive officer of the commissioning crew of VREELAND ( D E - 1 0 6 8 ) .

Captain Dachos then attended the Command and Staff Course at the Naval War College in Newport, RI, from which he graduated with distinction.

He was subsequently assigned to the David W. Taylor Naval Ship Research and Development Center, where he served for three years as project officer for the Shipboard Manning and Automation Program. From November 1975, through February 1978, Captain Dachos commanded FRANCIS HAMMOND (FF-1067), homeported in Yokosuka, Japan. He then assumed duties as instractor at the CNO's Senior Officer Ship Material Readiness Course at the Naval Power Training Unit, Idaho Falls, ID. His next assignment was as officer-incharge of Engineering Systems Schools and First Regimental Commander of the Integrated Training Brigade, Service School Command, Great Lakes, IL. Captain Dachos retumed to sea as commanding officer of PUGET SOUND ( A D - 3 8 ) , Sixth Fleet Flagship and Meditertanean deployed tender, stationed in Gaeta, Italy. Prior to assuming the roll of Commanding Officer, Naval Ship Systems Engineering Station, in June 1986, he was Chief of Staff, Amphibious, Auxiliary, Mine and Sealift Ships Directorate, Naval Seas Systems Command. Captain Dachos retired from the U.S. Navy in August 1988, and later served as vice president of the TRD and JJH divisions of XenoTechnix, Inc. His military decorations include the Legion of Merit with two Gold Stars, the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V and Gold Star, the Navy Achievement Medal, the Navy Expeditionary Medal, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the Battle Efficient "E" Ribbon with two "E"s, Meritorious Unit Citation with one star, and the Vietnam Service medal with two stars. He was a member of the Society of Sigma XI, the American Society of Naval Engineers, the American Legion, the Navy League, the Naval Academy Alumni Association, and the National Kidney Cancer Association. John belonged to St. Mary's Episcopalian Church in Wayne, PA. John was very committed to the community. He served on various school boards, even when his children all had moved away from home. He was very involved with everyone in the community and graciously accepted the nickname, "Buddy," bestowed upon him by the neighborhood children.

In the last two years, he worked with the National Kidney Cancer Association and helped found the Delaware Chapter of the Association. He felt this was his mission in lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;to help others with cancer and to help the NKCA grow. He wanted to help people form chapters all over the U.S. to deal with, and to combat, this rare disease.

John was an incredibly creative person. He could work miracles with his hands; whether it was to plant one of his many beautiful gardens, to prepare a delicious gourmet meal, or to write a wonderful, and heartfelt letter or speech. All were done to share with, and to provide joy to others. John was an avid sportsman and lover of nature. No matter how little time he spent on the greens, he could consistentiy hit the ball long and straight.

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He was a beautifully graceful skier, and he enjoyed hunting with his friends.

John was a devoted family man. Regardless of how busy he was at work, he always had time for his wife and children. He always made life an adventure and loved each place the Navy sent the family. There were numerous outingsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;not necessarily exttavagant, but they were always memorable, fun, and taught the chilcfren to value and appreciate each culture and place.

John's optimism was catching and never-ending. He had a great ability to motivate and encourage others. Although there were many difficult times in his life, he managed to always look on the positive side. In fact, that may be one of the greater gifts he left behind; instilling in others the inherent tmst necessary to stay positive and optimistic, regarcUess of what challenges life presents to you.

When you remember John, remember to care and love your family, friends and community, to be humble, and to stay positive and live life fully, no matter what obstacles you may face.

Captain Dachos is survived by his wife of 35 years, Martha Ann; and his children: LCDR Jonathan Dachos, USN; Natasha Dachos and her husband, Joseph DtiFresne; and LT Sarah Dachos, USN; his siblings: Melba Congleton; James Dachos, and his wife, Lucille; Lucille Gelpi and her husband, Phillip; Joan Aguirte; and Elaine Ethier, and her husband, Richard; his in-laws: MajGen Gordon WilUams, USAF (Ret.); Margaret Williams; Doris and Rick Sommers; and Mrs. Doris Shackleton.

Captain Dachos was buried with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery on 6 January.

In Ueu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial donation to be made to the Delaware Chapter of the National Kidney Cancer Association. Donations can be made to Mrs. Nancy Good, 2244 Ayreshfre Drive, Landsdale, PA 19446.

EDWARD A. WEATHERS, JR. '63 Edward A. Weathers, Jr '63, of Bay St. Louis, MS, died suddenly on 8 November 1998. He was interted in the Biloxi National Cemetery, with military honors provided

by American Legion Post 139, of which he was a member Mr Weathers was a native of Brooklyn, NY. He had been a resident of Bay St. Louis for three years and was a member of St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church. A graduate of Holy Cross High School in New Orleans, LA, Mr Weathers received an appointment to the Naval Academy and graduated with the Class of 1963.

He was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force and later served in the Vietnam war. The holder of a master's degree in information science from Georgia Tech, Mr Weathers was the owner of BSL Financial Services in Bay St. Louis.

Survivors include his mother, Roslyn A. Weathers of Bay St. Louis; five daughters, and two sons: Cherie Nurmi of Gig Harbor, WA, Suzanne Shuto of Honolulu, HI, Christine Yates and Laura Stevenson of Houston, TX, Patti Gibson of Aurora, CO, Chris Frank of Aurora, CO, and Michael Frank. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren; and his sister. Gale Brady.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Rose de Lima Scholarship Fund, 301 South Necaise Avenue, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520.

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Every adversity, every failure and every heartache carries with it the seed of an equivalent or a greater benefit.

Napoleon Hill

RICHARD HARRY SCHMIDT '64 Captain Richard Harry Schmidt, USN (Ret.), age 58, of Pickerington, died 13 December 1998 at The Ohio State University Medical Center He was a member of the Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church. Retired from the United States Navy after 27 years of service. Graduate of Logan High School, the U.S. Naval Academy, and received a Masters of Business Administtation from Georgia State University. He was also a member of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association. Captain Schmidt was a highly decorated Naval Officer serving on ships on the East and West Coasts that participated in deployments to Vietnam, the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. He was also an instmctor at various Navy School Commands.

Captain Schmidt is survived by his loving wife of 34 years. Sue Anne (DolUson) Schmidt: daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and John Anthony, Savannah, GA; grandson, Cameron Anthony; mother Ruth Schmidt; sister, Karen (John) Elterich, all of Bloomington, IL; brother, Wayne (Karen) Schmidt; Perth, Australia; several nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Aime DolUson; brother-in-law. Ken (Karen) DolUson, all of Logan, Oh. Dick was preceded in death by his father Jacob E. Schmidt.

The family would Uke to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the staff of Echo Manor Extended Care Facility in Pickerington for the love, gentle care and kindness they gave to Dick these past two years. A memorial service was held 17 December 1998, at the Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church, with Rev. David A Choate and Rev. Robert W. Gish officiating. Dick's cremated remains will be scattered at sea as per his request.

Friends who wish, can make contributions to the Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church in Dick's memory. Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church, 895 Diley Rd., Pickerington, Oh 43147, Columbus, Ohio Dispatch - 12/15/98 ROBERT JOSEPH JONES '89 Lieutenant Robert Joseph Jones, USN (Ret.), died suddenly on Sunday, 13 September 1998, at his residence in Temple Hills, MD. Bobby, as he was fondly called, was bom on 3 June 1967 in Washington, DC, the son of Robert E. and Shirley D. Jones. He was baptized and received his Initial Sacraments at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church. After his confirmation, he volunteered to be a teacher's aide in the CCD program. He further served Our Lady Queen of Peace as a lector until he entered the Naval Academy in 1985.

Bobby was educated in public (Davis Elementary School) private (Merrimac) and parochial (Our Lady Queen of Peace) schools in the District of Columbia. He was noted for academic superiority and as a recipient of a number of awards in the non-academic fields, as well. He was valedictorian at St. John's College High School, in June 1985. He matriculated at the Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, where he majored in general engineering. Bobby continued his academic excellence, by eaming the right to be on the commandant's list. After graduation, he attended Surface Warfare Officer School, Engineering Officer of the Watch

School, Warfare Officer School, Repair Locker Leader and Firefighter School. His ultimate goal was to design a ship and make it work. He completedtiieTotal Ship Systems Engineering Program which allowed him to operate a ship. He completed ten quarters of the Naval/Mechanical Engineering program with a 3.83 GPA. At the same time, he was invited and participated in the Naval War College in Newport, RI. Bobby was a lover of sports, both as a participant and as a fan. His favorite team was the Washington Redskins. He joined the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) at the age of eight and was coached by his father He participated in basketball at all levelsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;middle school,freshman,jr varsity and varsity. As co-captain he rallied his team to win the prestigious Alhambra toumament in Cumberland, MD, and to the final four in the AllCity DC toumament. At the Naval Academy, he was a four-year letterman varsity basketball player He leaves to cherish his memory devoted parents Robert E. and Shirley D. Jones; sisters, Robin Jones-Wilson, and Juliet Jones Johnson; grandmother, Reva D. Harvey; brothers-in-law, John Wilson, and Camero Johnson; nephews, Malcom Seals Johnson, Calen C Johnson, and many relatives and friends all of whom he enjoyed and loved.

JON CURTIS LADDA '89 Jon Curtis Ladda, age 34, died 2 March 1998 at National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, from a pulmonary embolism. He was recovering from surgery for a pituitary tumor Jon was bom on 7 January 1964 in Pekin, IL, and was raised in Manito, IL. A 1982 graduate of Forman High School, he was active in school govemment, wrestling, and the Boy Scouts, in which he attained the rank of Eagle Scout. Jon enlisted in the Navy in 1982, undergoing recrait ttaining and machinist's mate "A" school at Great Lakes. In 1983, he was stationed at Naval Station Mayport, FL, as a petty officer thfrd class awaiting orders to Nuclear Power School in Orlando. FL. Jon entered the Naval Academy Preparatory School in Newport, RI, in 1984 and from there received his appointment to the Naval Academy in 1985. He graduated witii tiie Class of 1989 as Fifth Company Commander Following his commissioning, he attended the following schools; Nuclear Power School. Orlando.

FL; Nuclear Power Training Unit, Windsor, CT; and Naval Submarine School, Groton, CT. He was then assigned to LA JOLLA ( S S N - 7 0 1 ) in I99I, homeported in San Diego. There, he served in various engineering and combat systems department billets, earned his gold dolphins, and completed his tour as the Damage Conttol Assistant following qualification as Nuclear Engineer Officer He transferred to ComSubPac in 1994, where he served as Staff Weapons Officer until 1996. Next, he attended the Submarine Officer Advanced Course in Groton, CT, in preparation for a department head tour He reported aboard DALLAS (SSN700) in 1996 where he served as combat systems officer until 1998.

His military decorations include the Navy Achievement Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Expeditionary Medal, National Defense Service Medal, SSBN Detertent Pattol Insignia and Sea Service Deployment Medal.

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Jon is survived by his wife, Shawn Marie and infant daughter, Emily Rose; his mother and stepfatiier, Sharon and Loren Mutchler; a brotiier, William Ladda; a sister, Michelle Ladda; and grandmother, Viola Walker His father, Thomas Jr., preceded him in death.

A mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Old Fort Chapel on Fort Meyers, followed by interment with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery on 11 March. Memorial services were held on 13 March 1998 at Shepherd of tiie Sea, Groton, CT, and also on 8 March 1998 at Sand Ridge Community Church in Manito, IL. The LT Jon C Ladda Memorial Foundation has been estabUshed by his wife, Shawn. The foundation will provide two aimual scholarships: one to a graduating senior from Forman High School who wUl be attencUng a Service Academy, ROTC program, or pursuing an engineering degree, and the second scholarship will go to the child of a Naval Academy graduate or Navy submariner who tUed on active duty or was medically retired.

Donations may be made to; The LT Jon C Ladda Memorial Foundation, Farmington Savings Bank, PO. Box 8, Fannington, CT 06034-0008; Atto.: Elizabeth Sheridan.

Applicants may request an application by writing to: The LT Jon C Ladda Memorial Foundation, RO. Box 982, Farmington, CT 06034-0982.

Dean Asher '90

DAVID ALLEN MICHAEL '89 Lieutenant David AUen Michael, Class of 1989, passed away on 8 June 1998 in Califomia after a courageous, four-year battle with brain cancer.

David had endured much since his surgery in October 1994, yet, he knew the constant joy of a close family around him. David was metUcally retfred from the Navy following his surgery.

Following a viewing at Demaine Funeral Home in ArUngton, VA, a mass of Christian burial was held at St. Lawrence's Catholic Church in Alexandria, VA. A graveside military ceremony followed the mass with burial at ArUngton National Cemetery with full nulitary honors on 22 June 1998.

The ceremony was attended by David's wife, Deane, and young son, Matthew, as well as his parents, brothers, sister and close family friends, including several members of the Class of 1989.

David was bom to James and Colleen Michael in Fort Wayne, IN, before coming to the Academy on 1-Day in the summer of 1985. While a Midshipman, David earned a Cox Fund scholarship which took him to Paris after completing his First Class Cmise aboard TREPANG. David earned a bachelor of science in economics, but his interest in the nuclear Navy led him to eventually decide upon Nuclear Surface Warfare for service selection.

David completed the requisite pipeline training in Orlando, FL, and Ballston Spa, NY, before heading to Newport, RI, for Surface Warfare school.

He was initially assigned to TEXAS ( C G N - 3 9 ) ,

homeported in Alameda, CA, where he served as the Reactor division officer While onboard TEXAS, David earned his Surface Warfare pin and also served the officers and crew as MWR coordinator, in addition to other collateral duties.

After decommissioning TEXAS, David attended prospective engineer school and was certified by Naval Reactors to supervise operation and maintenance of Naval Nuclear Propulsion plants. Upon completion of his engineer qualifications, David was transferted to PRINCETON, which was in the Persian Gulf David flew out to meet the ship in the Gulf and completed the deployment serving as the Ffrst Lieutenant. The ship changed homeport to San Diego, CA, in July 1994, but David had

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received orders to return to Ballston Spa as a shift engineer for the decommissioning and disassembly of the site. At the completion of his tour, David was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal for his consistent exemplary performance and superior dedication to the operational readiness of PRINCETON.

David was a sfrong leader who was always a knowledgeable advocate for his men. He was a consummate professional who took his responsibilities as a Naval officer with the highest sense of personal obligation. David's high standards and attention to detail helped him in his battle with cancer His perseverance and drive in rehabilitation from his second surgery, teaching himself to talk again but communicating with sign language in the interim, reflected the resolve with which he met all of life's challenges. His nurses frequently commented on how his sense of humor and kindness seemed to ttanscend the gravity of his illness.

The clear source of joy in David's life was the sttength of his family. He and his loving, devoted wife, Deane, were married on 22 September 1990.

They enjoyed their early years of marriage together in San Pecfro, CA, while David was on TEXAS. The next chapter in their life together began with the birth of their son, Matthew, on 11 March 1994.

Deane is flooded with the memories of the wonderful times they shared together both before and after David became sick, and she has missed him dearly. Deane has persevered through these difficult years with the support of her family, the daily joy of her son and her tmst in the Lord. Deane offers her gratitude for the many prayers and well wishes over the past few years, and she has asked that any donations be sent in David's name to: American Brain Tumor Association, 2720 River Road, Suite 146, Desplaines, IL 60018-4110; 847827-9910.

AARON JOHN BARBOSA, '94 On 19 November 1998, LT A.J. Barbosa was flying of the coast of Sicily when his CH-46 SeaKnight helicopter crashed into the Meditertanean Sea. A.J. and his crew were conducting a Vertical Replenishment operation between STUMP USNS SiRius ( T - A F S 8). A.J. and crewman/SAR swimmer AMS2 Ross E. Daniel were pronounced "lost at sea."

A.J. was bom 12 March, 1970, in Dettoit, MI and raised in the Phoenix, AZ, area. He spent his youth under the watchful eyes of three sisters and excelled in academics as well as track, football and swimming. He loved to spend his free time expanding his comic book collection or his Star Trek trivia database and dreaming about becoming a pilot.

Upon graduation from Phoenix Christian High, A.J. spent two years at Arizona State University while awaiting his acceptance into the Naval Academy so that he may pursue his ultimate goal of becoming a Naval Aviator On a typically hot and humid summer day, 3 July 1990, A.J. took his first oath of service to his country and began his career as a Midshipman. Immediately endeared and respected by his Plebe classmates for his age and experience, A.J. continued to develop as an inspiration to all he came in contact with. Initially a Systems Engineer, A.J. switched his major to History in order to remain focused on his ultimate goal. This change eventually allowed A.J. the opportunity to engage more leadership responsibility as a senior member of the karate team and as a Deputy Vice Honor Chairman.

After graduating from the Naval Academy, A.J. tumed heads at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, as one of the ffrst Ensigns ever to

report aboard and proceeded to complete his Masters of Science in Applied Physics in just 18 months. After that brief sidetrack, he was off to Pensacola, FL. On 15 December 1997, A.J. received his "wings of gold" and his orders to Helicopter Combat Support Squadron Three (HC-3) in sunny San Diego, CA. After a few months of training in the SeaKnight airframe, A.J. was directed to report to Helicopter Combat Support Squadron Eight (HC-8) in Norfolk, VA. Upon arrival onboard the Bay Raiders on 2 October 1998, he was informed of that his new detachment would be deployed in two weeks. Early Monday moming, 19 October, after an all too brief Homecoming weekend in Annapolis filled with great times and close friends, A.J. got underway with SIRIUS, excited to be embarking on his first deployment. A Naval Aviator and proud wartior, A.J. remains at sea in service of his country.

A memorial service was held on 24 November at the Naval Air Station Norfolk Chapel. Many friends and shipmates of both men were in attendance. LT Nick Shertod, A.J.'s Academy roommate of four years, said the following words: "Words cannot express how we feel today at the loss of our friend, our brother Aaron, A.J. or Haji as he was reverentiy known by his closet friends, made life worth living. His optimism and beautiful smile helped me and countless others at the Academy to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

He was a guy who embraced life and forced us to live it to the fullest. There were nights at the Academy when I would find myself taking plebes out on a recon, streaking across T-court, or simply jumping over the wall for a cold one to blow off steam, only to find A.J. by my side. He was a guy who put people first, who was willing to sacrifice for friends, family, and country, and that is what he has done for us today. While we were here, enjoying the comforts of home, A.J. was out there in the darkness of night, keeping watch over our freedoms. Although he was away, we were with him in spirit. I am just privileged as we all are to have such a friend as Aaron. God has redeemed him for his own."

A.J. is survived by his daughter, Alexandra Jordan, his parents Robert and Carmen, and his sisters Jamie, Gina and Jackie.

A digital photo album is being created to preserve A.J.'s memory for his 4 year-old daughter Prints and negatives can be mailed to: LT John B. Downes, OIC DET 9, EODMU I I , 180 W. Tulagi Ave., Oak Harbor, WA 98278 Please include names, dates, events and captions as necessary, and an accurate return address. All prints/negatives will be retumed once scanned.

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