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P H I L O S O P H Y AT T H E N A V A L A C A D E M Y

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The Honorable Bernard Maguire '64

FIFTY YEARS ASTERN A N OCEAN AWAY BOARD OF TRUSTEES REVIEW

IMPULSE: A D R I V I N G F O R C E OF C H A R A C T E R

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U S N A FOUNDATION UPDATE ANECDOTES

Vice Admiral Jim Stockdale '47, USN (Ret.)

MAIL BOAT INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

D U T Y V E R S U S FRIENDSHIP

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Vice Admiral Jerry Miller '42, USN (Ret.)

ALL HANDS BRAVO ZULU NAVY ATHLETICS

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n 24 May, the U.S. Naval Academy graduated and commissioned 935 ensigns and second lieutenants.

Each one raised his or her right hand and placed a solemn oath to service to our country. 1-Day was 30 June of this year and the Class of 2004 took its place in line after also pledging an oath for service. This event also marked the first quarter century since women matriculated into the Naval Academy. Thus, the process established 155 years ago continues. It assures the production of leaders for our military and our nation.

In this issue of Shipmate, we celebrate our leaders of great character and the institution that helped produce them. The Honorable Bemie Maguire attended the entire Ethics continuum and reports on the teaching of NE-203. Vice Admiral James Stockdale follows with some real world combat experience and advice for newly commissioned officers, and how ethical leadership is the cornerstone

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of success and respect. Vice Admiral Jerry Miller rounds out the subject with a tale of loyalty and leadership in Bancroft Hall. We also see an example of courage embodied in a story from Mike Ganders, who flew a search and rescue mission looking for his comrades lost at sea during "The Perfect Storm." And we have reprinted a piece from American Enterprise magazine, on how the service academies are great business schools窶馬ot because we teach business, but because we teach, develop, and produce leaders! Taken together, these works show the great continuity of character that is the hallmark of Annapolis men and women.

Our pride and legacy was created and passed on by those Alumni who went before us. In this issue, we salute our 20 oldest living alumni.

We also feature an expanded book review section to highlight some possible selections for your "summer reading." These books range from novels, to memoirs, to professional books. They reflect the great intelligence, character and sacrifices of many of our alumni.

As Shipmate goes from Admiral Stockdale to Mike Ganders, from novelists to businessmen, we can see the breadth of talent, courage and character that spans the generations of Naval Academy alumni.

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Superintendent's Call uring a Commissioning Week interview, a reporter remarked that this apparently had been a good year at Annapolis. I quickly corrected her by stating it was not a good year—it was a great year for the Naval Academy.

It was a great year for the Academy for several reasons, but largely because the Class of 2000 did an extraordinary job leading the Brigade. This class was composed of truly exceptional men and women and on 24 May, these 935 superb young leaders received their diplomas and commissions. Working hard for four years, each one of them validated our mission and we're extremely proud of their development as they join the Navy and Marine Corps and begin their careers of service.

The Class of 2000 did great things at the Academy and we expect them to accomplish even more in the Fleet. They distinguished themselves academically, athletically, professionally and through community service. Their academic accompUshments were peerless. The class includes seven Trident Scholars; twenty participants in the Voluntary Graduate Education Program (VGEP) who completed their USNA academic program early and began their graduate degrees prior to commissioning; twenty-six who earned immediate post-commissioning scholarships to civilian universities; and seven more who have been nominated for Olmstead Scholarships following their first sea tour. Nine members of the Class of 2000 were awarded the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal for sustained contributions to the local community, including this year's Habitat for Humanity home construction project. In the athletic area, our teams continued their mastery over that truly great institution on the Hudson, posting an overall 23-8-1 record versus Army. Every year, our goal is to raise the bar of excellence in all we do. Following the Class of 2000's superb example, we expect the Classes of 2001 and 2002 to lead the Brigade to even higher levels of performance.

We know the Brigade has good intentions, but that is no substitute for organization, leadership, accountability, performance and results.

This year we are making some adjustments in our watch organization to ensure we maintain a positive, predictable and professional environment throughout the Yard. I have confidence in our Midshipmen, but they are in a learning stage, so they need structure and standards to guide their behavior and strengthen their character. We intend to maintain the required structure and high standards.

We focus continually on improving our four-year immersion program and the capabilities of the young men and women we graduate.

The Naval Academy, like all successful organizations, looks to improve. We must, since we live in the world as it is, not as we wish it to be. In essence, we want to keep our program relevant to the needs of the Navy and Marine Corps. As we face the challenges of the new millennium, it's important to balance the need for change with the parallel need to hold on to what we should not change. We want to preserve the best of our rich heritage, but focus on the future and not live in the past. This is precisely what the Strategic Plan we developed earlier this year will help us accomplish.

I have written previously of our strategic initiatives designed to move us forward during the next decade. These important new programs emphasize necessary changes and improvements in all areas at the Academy, from academics to athletics. But what will not change in this process is our rigorous program of moral, mental and physical instruction; our enduring emphasis on leadership; our core values of honor, courage and commitment and our insistence on maintaining the highest standards in each area.

In addressing alumni around the country, I have frequently used the analogy of the "Old Map" versus the "New Map" in describing this phenomenon of change. All of us have recollections of the Academy we knew as Midshipmen. In the many decades since 1845, the Academy has grown with our country. We have seen advancements

across the board—in our facilities, our faculty, our academic program, our professional program, our honor concept, and the Brigade. As this process occurs, the Naval Academy "map" is necessarily updated and refined. Just as you would expect a 30-year old map to be less accurate than a modem one, it is important to recognize that the Academy's "map" has also been updated over time with some corrections to remain relevant to the needs of the service. Since our inception 155 years ago, we have moved forward in many areas. We continue to move forward, and our future, the "New Map," looks exciting.

It was for this reason that we developed our Strategic Plan—to identify future needs and the public and private resources required to achieve this vision. The importance of resources in achieving our strategic goals can not be overstated. Critical to our plan is the emerging need for increased private support and shortly, the Alumni Association and Naval Academy Foundation will launch a comprehensive effort that is different in scope and magnitude than anything the Academy has previously undertaken.

This increased support will help transform the Academy and allow us to remain on the leading edge of our highly competitive 21st Century world. Make no mistake, we're engaged in a "war for talent" with other front-line academic institutions to attract the very best young people this great country has to offer. Young people today are discerning consumers who want to be part of an institution with worldclass programs, high standards and outstanding academic/athletic facilities. Government funding for USNA will continue to provide the status quo with regard to programs and facilities, but the private funds raised by the Foundation will give us the edge to remain competitive and "raise the bar of excellence" for Midshipmen.

Last year was a record breaking year for USNA private fund raising. Overall, we received in excess of $18 million in new gifts and pledges—up from the previous year's record performance of $10 million. This success reflects significantly enhanced efforts by our Alumni Association and our Naval Academy Foundation. The effects of increased private support will be seen in the years to come, and already it has made an important difference in our programs and facilities. The following are a few examples of progress made possible this year by public and private support for our strategic plan.

Endowed Faculty Chairs Endowed faculty chairs make sigrfificant contributions to USNA's mission by making renowned expertise available to our Midshipmen, renewing faculty expertise, enhancing the reputation and credentials of the department, and by providing modest relief for permanent faculty to rotate on sabbaticals to upgrade their own scholarly work and expertise. In recent months we have received generous endowments for academic chairs in math, English, history, aerospace engineering and space.

Comprised in this initiative are fully-funded efforts including establishment of a Leadership Education Chair funded by the Class of '61 and new case study development funded by the Arleigh Burke Foundation. We are also implementing several guest speaker series to bring experienced leaders into the classroom as lecturers, a practice the midshipmen really relish. These series include the John McMullen Sea Power Lecture Series, the Margaret Chase Smith Combat Leadership Speakers Series and a lecture series made possible by the George Anderson Class of '27 Family Endowment. Finally, we Continued on page 6 Shipmate, July-August 2000

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Continued from page 4 are creating a Leadership Fellows program and an Instructors to Masters Program, which are nearly fully-funded and are expected to begin on a modest scale this summer.

This facility will increase our ability to attract top midshipmen candidates, provide athletic venues commensurate with an institution of national stature, and improve and expand the availability of athletic facilities to support midshipmen athletic participation and personal fitness goals. Thanks to generous private support, we broke ground on Dewey Field on 10 May and expect to complete the facility by August 2001—in time for the 2001 soccer season. Word that we were building this facility helped us attract several outstanding scholar athletes for the Class of 2004.

NAPS remains an important source of candidates for the Academy. We have installed four new tutors at our Preparatory School to enhance learning and help prepare candidates for future success.

I am proud the new Plebe class will include over 100 enlisted Navy and Marines, a number we have not attained in many years.

N y s e o m Expansion and Through the generosity of a cadre of classes, led by the Class of 1950, we have improved the quality of museum facilities and holdings, and in a ceremony on 26 April, opened a renovated new wing in Preble Hall. Our museum will be used increasingly as a teaching and learning resource. Accordingly we have transferred oversight responsibility to Academic Dean and Provost, Dr. Bill Miller.

\M<iassi*ooins/Laos ot trie r"ytyi"e We've created the first of four prototype classroom/laboratories of the future in Rickover Hall. This unique facility includes embedded computer architecture to function as a lab or classroom allowing teachers to develop and experiment with technology-dependent instruc-

tional methods. These prototypes will ensure we make informed decisions as we renovate all our academic buildings over the next decade.

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The renovation of our tennis center next to Dahlgren Hall is complete, providing a modest, but much needed improvement to our locker facilities. USNA remains the only service academy and the only school among our major tennis rivals without an indoor tennis facility. We hope to begin planning for an indoor facility as an important enhancement to both our athletic program and our physical educadon program in the near future. I am told we lost several superb scholar athletes with strong tennis skills to West Point this year (they have an excellent indoor facility).

C e n t e r f o r t h e Study o f We celebrated the Center's first anniversary last fall. This June, we hosted our second annual ethics conference, in which renowned participants discussed the ethical issues associated with casualties.

We're also in the final stages of planning a Resident Ethics Fellows Program that will bring a group of select officers to USNA this month for an intense nine-month program in professional ethics.

This has been a great year in every respect and I remain encouraged and optimistic about our future. We're off to a strong start with our Strategic Plan and will maintain this momentum as we continue to bring life to its important initiatives. Our shared and enduring values provide the foundation for growth and improvement. Thanks to our great faculty, talented Brigade and strong alumni and parents support around this country, we continue to improve every year and send great young leaders to the Fleet. After two years as Superintendent of this magnificent institution, I'm very proud to tell you we're fulfilling our historic mission of providing leaders for the Naval Service and America, leaders that will continue to make us all very proud. BEAT ARMY! A

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Philosophy at the Naval How Ethics isTaught at USNA

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he method of teaching ethics at the Naval Academy has been under discussion by alumni for many months, perhaps beginning with my classmate General Chuck Krulak's '64 address to the Greater Washington Chapter of the Alumni Association in April 1999. Since General Krulak's address, there has been an increasing amount of discussion about whether the ethics course being taught to midshipmen was the right one to prepare them for a career as Navy and Marine Corps Officers.

Since 1991, our Class has had a particular and strong interest in supporting ethics for the Navy as evidenced by our publishing the book, Ethics for the Junior Officer, and the significant contributions made by our class to support the Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics. Based upon the above, and several questions asked of me and other '64 class officers, I felt I owed the class some firsthand information about the course, "Ethics and Moral Reasoning for the Naval Leader" (NE-203), which is a required course for third class midshipmen.

Beginning in late 1999, I took the time to learn more about the comments made concerning NE-203 and to attend classes with midshipmen. I was greatly assisted in this endeavor when the Superintendent, Vice Admiral John Ryan '67, invited those present at the 3 December USNA Alumni Association Board of Trustees meeting to attend ethics classes and see for themselves what the Ethics Department is doing. I believe that I was the only alumnus at the meeting who attended classes.

The following five findings summarize the primary results I have learned since the 3 December meeting. The results only apply to my experience in reviewing Third Class Ethics Course NE-203.

1. The learning dynamic in the classroom today is significantly different from that which the Class of 1964 experienced. The difference is significant enough such that many of our preconceived notions about how midshipmen learn are no longer valid.

2. Midshipmen actively participate in the "Ethics and Moral Reasoning for Naval Leaders" required course for Third Class Midshipmen (NE-203), and seem to appreciate its importance to their development.

3. The critical comments made in the alumni-generated emails on the subject of teaching ethics were not supported during the classroom instruction I witnessed.

4. Leaders at the Naval Academy not only listened to my constructive comments, but took immediate action to implement those suggestions with which they were in agreement.

5. The independent critical thinking that is vital for successful future military leaders, is incorporated into the ethics course.

The USNA Department of Leadership, Ethics, and Law provided invaluable support throughout this evaluation. I am sincerely grateful to Captain Lee J. Geanuleas '77, Captain Mark N. Clemente '79 and their staff for easing my administrative burden. All classes were open in every respect and no limits were placed upon my evaluation.

Following some initial orientation, I determined that I needed to complete the following five steps in order to evaluate NE-203, course "Ethics and Moral Reasoning for the Naval Leader": 1. Discuss course design philosophy and the overall teaching concept in interviews with the responsible department head and other individuals who were cognizant of the overall curriculum.

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2. Using personal experience, evaluate the course material and curriculum. Since I had had no formal training in philosophy, I asked for an independent review of the textbook by a person who had attained a degree in philosophy.

3. Attend at least one lecture taught by each of the three civilian professors assigned to the course this semester. The civilian professors conduct Monday classes for the midshipmen. These classes are held in lecture halls and include five or six sections of midshipmen, so that the lectures are given to approximately 100 midshipmen at a time. (It should be noted that the senior military officers who conducted the Wednesday and Friday sessions all attended the Monday lectures with their sections.)

4. Sample the classes conducted by military instructors. I attended classes with five different instructors and reviewed classes that covered a variety of course topics.

5. Informally interview midshipmen regarding the course. Approximately forty randomly selected midshipmen from the three upper classes provided their candid opinions about the third class ethics course.

As a result of my evaluation, the following observations were the most significant based on many hours of discussions, classroom observations and reading: 1. The learning dynamic in the classroom today is significantly different from that which the Class of 1964 experienced. The difference is significant enough such that many of our preconceived notions about how midshipmen learn are no longer valid.

The dialogue among the students in many of the classroom sessions amounted to reasoned and enthusiastic debates on key issues.

Each student normally came to class prepared with a typed essay, which described the central points gleaned from assigned reading.

NE-203 seminar classes are led by senior military officers who are assigned to the Academy staff in billets such as department heads and battalion officers. The military officers, and not the civilian professors, are responsible for grading the Third Class Midshipmen. These 0-5 and above officers bring their command experience to the classroom. In the Academy of the 1960s, these officers rarely, if ever, participated in the classroom.

In the seminar classes I attended, student participation was high, normally about 75% (a high rate of 15 out of 18 and a low rate of 10 out of 19).

Military professors knew their students and were actively engaged in discussions with them. They provided the "straight talk" that General Krulak said was needed in his speech to the Washington, D.C, Alumni.

2. Midshipmen actively participate in the "Ethics and Moral Reasoning for Naval Leaders " required course for Third Class Midship-

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men (NE-203) and seem to appreciate its importance to their development.

General classroom and lecture room decorum was awake, alert and participating. Lectures were dependent on the professors; some were good; others were not so good. One civilian professor had about 15 of 100 midshipmen nodding off, however, in the average lecture, there were about five dozing midshipmen out of 100.

A random sample of approximately 40 midshipmen resulted in identifying two cynical upper class midshipmen who had specific complaints about the course. On the other hand, there were four midshipmen who felt the course was outstanding and a highlight of their third class academics. A majority of those midshipmen interviewed were positive in their remarks about the course.

3. The critical comments made in the alumni-generated emails on the subject of teaching ethics were not supported during the classroom instruction I witnessed.

Some of the alumni comments, followed by my observations about the comments: Comment: This course is another way to ramrod Political Correctness into the Academy.

During my review, I heard frank, open and direct dialogue about some aspects of politically correct behavior. In every discussion however, the ethical decision was emphasized. In some cases, the ethical decision was politically correct; in some cases, it was not. I could not detect any bias whatsoever in what I observed.

One officer summeirized this topic very well when he said that the Eisenhower military was not required to deal with modem day societal problems associated with gender, race and religious preference differences. The reality is that today, these topics take up significant time of our junior officers in the fleet. This may explain why some alumni believe midshipmen are being indoctrinated in the tenets of political correctness via this course. I found no evidence to support these beliefs.

Comment.' The Third Class Ethics course brings "cultural Marxism" to the U.S. Naval Academy.

The course material does not bring "cultural Mjirxism" into the U.S. Naval Academy classroom. Based upon my observations, this comment is out of line and is dead wrong. In fact, I thought that both the midshipmen and the instructors exhibited the combination of an Ayn Rand type of individualism along with a rather conservative viewpoint.

The concepts of relativism and situational ethics are introduced early in the course and are exposed then and throughout the course as incompatible with service as an officer in the Navy and the Marine Corps. The mindset and the teaching are definitely not socialistic.

Comment: The civilian professors are out of touch and therefore the course is a waste of student time.

During my review, I spoke with the four civilian professors who have conducted the NE-203 course. Each of these individuals was able to communicate quite effectively; none were "out of touch."

4. Leaders at the Naval Academy not only listened to my constructive comments, but took immediate action to implement those suggestions with which they were in agreement.

After I completed my observations and interviews, I made an appointment to provide my observations to the Superintendent. During this debrief with Vice Admiral Ryan, I mentioned that I observed two types of instruction that may be counterproductive. Military instructors should not portray themselves as experts in the teachings of the great philosophers. On the other hand, the civilian professors should not discuss combat situations as if they could fully comprehend them.

Admiral Ryan took immediate action on this recommendation.

Vice Admiral Ryan advised me that the inappropriate nature of this practice will be discussed during the summer preparation classes which provides an orientation for every professor, military and civilian. The immediate corrective action provides encouragement that the course will evolve continually with the incorporation of new input.

5. The independent critical thinking that is vital for successful future military leaders, is incorporated into the ethics course.

During a speech at the Naval Academy, my classmate. Bob Timberg '64, painted a verbal image of an ethical side to the military decision. He said that the junior officer will clearly see two or three available options right out in front, large and bold. Many times the ethical consideration is also out there but it is barely visible on the horizon. It is the ethical aspect that each officer must train himself to recognize. Once it is recognized as an ethical decision analysis, the ethical course of action is then often quite evident.

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The challenge is: "How is it possible to train knowledgable young midshipmen to recognize the ethical issue?" I believe that our Naval Academy is meeting that challenge with NE-203 "Ethics and Moral Reasoning for the Naval Leader."

The combination of academic, civilian-taught theory about a variety of philosophers and straight talk about practical military experience seems to be a wise approach to this inexact, complex topic.

Introduce the foundation, i.e. the logic of Aristotle, Thomas Aquinas or John Rawls, and then discuss practical applications with senior military officers who have broad military experience.

A further convincing argument for this course is that Admiral James B. Stockdale '47, Vietnam POW, and recipient of the Medal of Honor, was instrumental in the design of an ethics course for the Naval War College (Seep. 12). His experience in using the teaching of Epictetus as a way to maintain his focus and to keep his mind sharp during his Vietnam imprisonment led to establishing this similar type of course for midshipmen. It is his concept to combine civilian and military instructors teaching the theoretical and practical aspects of ethics to form the foundation upon which midshipmen will fashion their own high ethical standards so vital to successful military leaders. â&#x20AC;˘!> Bernard A. Maguire is the president of the great Class of 1964. In addition to his B.S. from USNA, he also has earned an M.B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh (1973). He currently is a recognized consultant in the electric utility industry and has been president of VPA Corporation, a management consulting firm, for over twenty years. Among other noteworthy career highlights, Mr. Maguire served President Reagan as the Associate Director for National Preparedness in FEMA from 1983 to 1986.

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IMPULSE

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By Vice Admiral Jim Stockdale '47, U.S. Navy (Retired)

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here has been occasional criticism of the ethics program at the U.S. Naval Academy during the past year. Unfortunately, much of this criticism has been based on imperfect knowledge of the purpose, scope, and method of teaching ethics.

The Academy's ethics program was based on one I developed at the Naval War College when I was its president. Although ethics education might seem unnecessary in a school famous for producing leaders of character, history has proved that not all leaders are men of character and integrity.

Our newly minted ensigns and second lieutenants assume their leadership roles in a world far more complex than we faced. As columnist George Will recently said in his syndicated column, it is a world where "values" have replaced "virtues." In such a world, it is important to have a solid underpinning in both the philosophy and practice of ethics in order to separate the "virtues" from the "values" of ethical dilemmas, so one can do the right thing first time, every time. As our graduates accede to conmiand, they must understand innately the ethical issues commanders face and how their reaction to ethical dilemmas impact the morale of their commands. After all, command is the ultimate goal of military leaders.

For 20 years, I've been a friend of Englishman John Keegan, a long-time lecturer in history at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst. On one of his visits with me, we discussed the five imperatives of command, which appear and reappear over the centuries all the way back to Alexander the Great. Buried in them are some ethical imperatives: 1. Kinship: A good military commander always remembers that he and his men are in fact, "comrades in arms."

2. Prescription: A good military commander has perfected his own style of laying down rules and instructions that are clear and distinct.

3. Sanction: Being perceived as having and exercising a cogent theory of reward and punishment.

4. Action: A good commander is remiss if he does not show his troops from time to time that he does know how to fight.

5. Risk: This is the most important. Let your men know that you subscribe to the idea that those who impose risk must be seen to share it.

The Naval Academy's ethics program uses case studies not only to showcase specific ethical quagmires leaders may find themselves in, but also to show the virtues of leadership in a way that makes the ethical path clear. I write briefly of, and describe the actions of, three military commanders I know well. All of these leaders are of my generation, and all did their best work in the "impulse" mode. By "impulse" I mean providing a sudden push or impetus, not acting rashly. Most important, and none of the leaders ever forgot that fifth imperative of military command: Those who impose risk, must be seen to share it.

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Lieutenant General Hal Moore graduated from West Point a year before I graduated from the Naval Academy. Hal was a pioneer in

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air-mobile operations—using helicopters rather than horses to move cavalrymen into and out of battlefields fast! In November 1965, thenLieutenant Colonel Hal Moore was conunander of the 450-man first Battalion of the U.S. Cavalry in Viemam. Hal's words are reprinted below from the great book he co-authored. We Were Soldiers Once, and Young: We had come back looking for trouble in the la Drang River valley and had found all we wanted. Two regiments of regulars of the People's Army of Vietnam—more than 2,000 men—were resting and regrouping in their sanctuary in Cambodia, preparing to resume combat operations in South Vietnam, when we dropped in on them. North Vietnam's General Man's commanders reacted with speed and fury, and now we were fighting for our lives...[LCOL Moore was outmanned 4 to 1.] Until the LZ went "hot."* In the opening hours. Matt Dillon and Mickey Parrish had controlled all flights into LZ x-ray from a command chopper overhead. No more!! I took control because only I knew where my men were, where the enemy ground fire was coming from, and where the safest spot to land was at any given moment. From this point forward, every helicopter coming into X-Ray would radio me for landing instructions.

HeUcopter boss Crandall said, "Moore's people laid down covering fire for us, and as we broke over the trees into the clearing, I could see Hal Moore standing up at the far end of the LZ, exposing himself to enemy fire in order to get us into the safest position in the LZ." Hal Moore commented, "You can't command ground troops from the air. You've got to be on the ground with them and see and sense what's going on. You've got to be where your instincts and intuition can operate. Trust your instincts! The leader's instincts come from his education, training, reading, personality and experience. Trust your instincts."

Now retired, Hal takes his cavalry troops to Washington, D . C , every fall; they know where to read their dead comrades' names on the wall.

>e«l)tftnBobfe5' iCnlap, J . S . IVrarinf Cc^>8«Cc Company Commander during the taking of I wo Jima, 1945.

A month ago I was in Monmouth, IL, attending the funeral of my cousin, Bobby Dunlap. We grew up in a little town near Monmouth.

He was three and a half years older than I, and thus my idol in high school and college sports. There was plenty to emulate. A mature Bobby stood 5 feet 8 inches, 175 pounds, with a 30-inch waist. A dash man at track, he tried for four years to break the Knox County, Illinois, dash record set by his father in 1905 at "ten flat"—almost Olympic time in those years. In college, he was an all conference football back. My mother was his high school teacher for a while and she always said that Bobby had a marvelous mind. She was also his drama coach and he was good at that, too. (People who generate missions triggered by impulse need to have a sense of drama.)

Bobby finished college in '42, getting a little edge in April of that year, being accepted for a Marine officers' recruitment program. A physical marvel, he broke obstacle course records all over the Marine Corps. He fought at Guadalcanal, Vella La Vella, Bougainville, and took his company ashore at Iwo Jima as a full-fledged company commander at noon, on D-Day, 19 February 1945. Iwo Jima is a little island at the end of a chain of islands that led to Tokyo, several hundred miles to the north-northwest. The Japanese had used the little

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island for air operations before the Americans landed. But 22,000 Japanese soldiers were now dug in on the island to defend it. The U.S. Marine Corps was investing its entire 3rd, 4th and 5th Divisions in it. The island was only five miles long, two and a half miles across with a little 800-foot hill (Mt. Surabachi) at one end of it.

Bobby's company was in the 11 th wave to come ashore that first day, and he found most of the Marines ahead of him hunkered down right at the water's edge. His frustration may have been behind his skirting the crowds log-jamming the shore, to take a position 200 yards inland. Lo and behold, the Marines at the water's edge moved up and filled in behind him. He also had a battalion commanded by a very observant Marine colonel, Al Pollock, right on his heels. Pollock had studied Bobby's mind in previous campaigns and saw that he was looking to make a move to reduce the logjam and get Marine field artillery and Navy shore bombardment ships into action. Nothing was going to happen until the Americans got a guy up on a hill to see where the Japanese were dug in.

Pollock also knew that Bobby was surreptitiously carrying a powered voice radio and radio call sign lists. Suddenly, a lone Japanese soldier, inland a hundred yards or so from where Bobby was, appeared from a bunker and started literally strolling further inland, off to the right. Bobby, short, face caked with mud, yelled to his troops: "Don't shoot!" and thereupon imitated the Japanese by strolUng inland to the left, toward the beginning of an escarpment to higher ground. He dragged his rifle, just like the Japanese soldier (drama at work!) and an outsider would have sworn that the two were comrades in arms.

Within an hour, Bobby was where he could begin seeing where the Japanese were entrenched, seeing where the Marine artillery units were. By nightfall he had effectively taken command of the island and was issuing target assignments and grid positions from his high perch, ordering big guns to open fire. The battle for Iwo Jima was finally starting!

From then on, constantly under fire himself. Bob Dunlap stood comfortably in the forward edge of the 15-foot-by-15-foot bomb crater with his head just sticking over the edge, miraculously never getting hit. He could see the enemy and they could see him. During the four and a half days Dunlap was on that station, six big artillery shells landed in the crater on that hill. One killed one of Bobby's Marine sergeants. (Dunlap had radioed his company to send up a small crew of radio and telephone experts to outfit his vantage point.) Bobby never slept. He was on self-imposed alert all that time. Exhausted and run down, he was ordered back to his company, and on the way there, was shot in the hip by a Japanese sniper. Unable to move, the medics headed up to get him with a stretcher. When they got to the beach with him, the "Dunlap story" was known to everybody. Marines got out of their fighting holes and saluted, or presented arms as the stretcher passed. Bobby admitted to shedding tears on seeing that welcoming party. That was the end of World War II for Dunlap. The Marines took the island in a mere 30 more days.

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I fought in Vietnam for eleven years flying off aircraft carriers for three and a half years, fighter pilot, fighter squadron commander, air wing commander. In fact, I was the only wing commander to eject and make it to North Vietnam. In a prison full of aviators, I had to be the senior man. At least I was alive, even if to be imprisoned for a total of seven and a half years.

The idea of "my being seen to share the risks I was imposing," was damned near impossible in a Vietnamese prison, especially if one

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ETHICS C O M P O N E N T S A T USNA D

eveloping character and learning professional ethics is an integral part of a midshipman's life at the Naval Academy. These activities permeate the institution and take place in multiple forms and locations. Because of the number and diversity of organizations at the Naval Academy which are involved in character building and ethical education, provided below is a "knee-board card" for you to understand them and to keep them straight: The Department of Leadership, Ethics, and Law (LEL) helps to mold midshipmen into future Navy and Marine Corps officers primarily through classroom instruction taught for academic credit. LEL is part of the Division of Professional Development with a faculty (professors and military instructors) responsible for the development and implementation of the formal ethics, leadership and law curriculum. The ethics curriculum is structured around classical and contemporary writings in moral philosophy. Current and historical case studies are used to show how these fundamental ideas can be applied to the service of the professional military leader. Unique to NE-203, "Moral Reasoning for Naval Leaders" (the Youngster Year core ethics course), is the method of delivering course material.

Lectures are presented once a week by professors of philosophy that provide philosophical theory. The application of that theory is discussed in classroom seminars led by senior officers (0-5 and 0-6) assigned to the Naval Academy. This "theory to practice" approach makes for an academically challenging and intellectually stimulating course that is highly relevant to professional military service. LEL reports to the Director of Professional Development. The current department chairman is Commander Corky Vazquez '81, USN. The Character Development Division (CDD) helps instill the naval service core values of honor, courage and commitment both in Bancroft Hall and throughout the Yard. CDD assists in the incubation and development of integrity and ethical and moral behavior across many aspects of the Naval Academy experience. The integrated Character Development Program distinguishes the Naval Academy from most other educational institutions and commissioning sources.

Through monthly character development seminars, regular honor training, officership training, a peer mentor program, and other activities, CDD prepares midshipmen for the moral decision making that is part of their daily routine—whether academic, professional or social. CDD reports to the Superintendent. The current director is Captain Mike Kehoe'71, USN.

had over four years in absolute solitude. But one night in the middle of a 1967 purge, I was blessed with an exception. I had been shackled and tied up for two weeks in an outdoor bath stall. This stall was part of a wall that surrounded a prison courtyard. On the other three sides were multi-tiered cells of American prisoners—cell windows on the normally vacant courtyard, some with three or four people in them. I didn't know it, but I had been sighted by some of these Americans as I had been moved from place to place outside that courtyard, blindfolded. (My stiff left leg was a dead giveaway.)

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The Distinguished Visiting Professor of Ethics (DVPE) is a senior academic of national stature invited to teach and work at the Naval Academy for one or two years. The DVPE brings in-depth knowledge of ethics and philosophy to the Naval Academy and provides advice to the Superintendent and the leadership of the Academy's academic, professional and Character Development programs in the area of moral development and ethics education. In addition to teaching duties the DVPE supervises the ethics-across-the-curriculum program. This curriculum-spanning effort is designed to highlight and integrate the ethical component and implications in all academic courses. DVPE reports to the Superintendent. The current DVPE is Dr. Douglas MacLean, formerly the Chair of the Philosophy Department at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

The Distinguished Leadership Chair (DLC) is a special advisor to the Superintendent and the leadership of the Academy's academic and professional programs in the areas of moral development and leadership education. The focus of efforts are principally in the Division of Professional Development, but also affect ongoing eiforts in Bancroft Hall to instruct and encourage practical applications of leadership development within the Brigade of Midshipman, and the entire staff and faculty of the Naval Academy. DLC reports to the Superintendent. The current Distinguished Leadership Chair is occupied

by Admiral Hank Chiles '60, USN (Ret.).

Authorized by the Secretary of the Navy in 1998, the Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics has an ambitious mission—"to promote and enhance the ethical development of current and future military leaders through education, research, and reflection." This mission charges the Center both to work with and for midshipmen, faculty, and staff of the Naval Academy, and to reach out beyond the walls of the Academy to the Fleet, the Fleet Marine Force, and beyond. Its three major program goals are: 1.) to enrich the intellectual life of the Naval Academy in the field of ethics 2.) to enhance the teaching of ethics throughout the military education and training systems, and 3.) to conduct executive and other outreach programs in professional ethics. Its Naval Academy programs include a lecture series, faculty/staff roundtables, an ethics essay prize, faculty research and writing opportunities. Ethics for the Junior Officer (a book of case studies presented each year by the Class of 1964 to every member of the first class), and an annual ethics conference. Its newest program is a Resident Fellowship in Professional Ethics. The current (and first) director of the Center is Dr. Albert C. Pierce, a long-time professor at the National War College.

After dark, an irate guard jerked me out of the stall and led me out in the dark courtyard and proceeded to beat the hell out of me. Certainly there were more than a hundred American prisoners within earshot. I knew that 200-plus American ears were taking in all the blows and kicks. Finally the guard dragged me back into the bath and left. Soon the quiet was broken by a lone American PW snapping his wet towel. He sent three letters, paused, and then two more: GBU (God Bless You), JS (Jim Stockdale). All remained quiet. I thanked

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God, whispering to myself, "You can't buy loyalty like that." That experience buoyed me up for a year.

I'm going to end this with my most impulsive act in prison.

It was September 1969, a little over four years after I had been shot down; tempers were running short all over the prison. The Vietnamese, by this time, knew I was behind the orders for prisoner resistance. I was under heavy surveillance and I was caught with a note I had just written, giving my cell-block captains fresh orders for strengthening resistance. It was cryptic, with lots of American slang, but there were clues that a smart interrogator might grasp. The Vietnamese thought I had been out of American communication for nearly three years, and this could blow the lid off.

There was something in the September air that made me wary as they marched me to a little shed I had never seen before. I was locked in "squeeze irons" to make it impossible for me to sleep that night. Strange: the guard who put them on was silently weeping. The next morning I was taken to the main torture room of Hoa Lo prison. Room 18, and several guards were weeping.

"What's going on here?" After a full day of torture (by "the second team") that question was answered by "Bug," a sort of second rate interrogator/jailer. I had lain down, thinking that "the evil of the day had been sufficient thereof," when he shouted: "Get on your feet! This country is in mourning. Our leader Ho Chi Minh is dead! Tomorrow is the day we bring you down!"

He told the guard to sit me up in a straight chair, put travelling irons on my legs, and let me sit up all night. As darkness fell, I was depressed. I thought about my life during these first four years of imprisonment. Being hounded down like an animal. Then I thought of at least eight of our shipmates—we now know it was nearly twice that—who had died in torture—by what I called "torture overshoots." For obvious reasons, that thought bothered me that night. It was largely my rules that put them into torture; am I becoming a part of the problem? "They'll be after blood after my submission tomorrow." No American in Hanoi ever beat the ropes; my rules would not allow a prisoner to "fake" a submission; we all went into at least "significant pain." So far, I had been through the ropes 15 times.

Now they were starting to play dirge music on street loud speakers. This country is coming apart! I made up my mind. I needed to throw them off their game. I went into the impulse mode—not acting impulsively, but providing the impetus to change the equation. I know I'm in the only room in this prison with plate glass windows. I know I'm in the only room with an exposed light switch. I know the guard passes by my door every two hours— I've been on a suicide watch for the last two years because of selfdefacement techniques I had developed.

In the darkness I heard the guard come and go. I got up, waddled over to the light switch, flipped it off, and pulled the drape back to expose the window glass. I bumped it with the heel of my hand, picked out the best long shards, put the light back on, waddled to my chair, and without thinking, started stabbing my wrists. I had to change the status quo! That is a key part of effective resistance!

The blood was blue at first then red, and when I got both arms pumping it out, I got woozy: I felt myself sinking to the floor. I heard myself say, "Is this right?" In the middle of the night I heard a lone noise "Eyoooo!" The patrol guard?

Later, I'm being shaken and dragged up from lying in that pool of blood. The room is full of soldiers! The old doc is there, getting ready to sew up my arms. The guards have taken my blood-soaked

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PJ's out to wash. The soldiers move me aside and start scrubbing the floor to leave no trace of what happened. Bug is yelling: "Why did you do it, Stodale? [sic] Why did you do it?" 1 was hallucinating, seeing the geckos all over the white painted walls chewing each other to bits! When the old doc finished bandaging my arms, he left and others filed out. They brought in a cot, put me to bed on it, and left a soldier sitting in a chair at my feet, rifle across his knees.

It was dawn, and somebody was opening the door. It was the Commissar of Prisons, himself—The Cat. He had a collateral duty of being a back-bencher at the general staff meetings. He told me he had just come from such a meeting. He was carrying two cups of tea. He put them on the table and said, "Stodale, will you have a cup of tea?" I sat and drank while he talked. "What happened last night was a tragedy, Stodale. There will be a general staff investigation. It's possible that the implications will involve you as well as me. You will be removed from this room today and remain in solitude until the bandages on your arms are removed by the doctor." Then he left. He had never mentioned the note to me. And nobody else ever did.

It was December 1969 when my bandages were removed and the arms passed inspection. I was removed to the Mint, where I was caught with the note back in September. I soon learned that the Commissar had been fired and that torture, as we had known it, had ended for all Americans in North Vietnam on that September 1969 night I bloodied myself. It was truth stranger than fiction. Why didn't the Vietnamese just leave me in that pool of blood to die? Some link in the North Vietnamese motivation was missing.

We all got home in the spring of 1973—and then I think I found it. Sybil, founder of the League of Families, had led a family delegation to Paris that fall of '69 to implore the North Vietnamese in their embassy there to push for humane treatment for American prisoners in North Vietnam. She was grilled in the interview with them. "We know you are the founder of this organization, Mrs. Stockdale and we recommend that you take these grievances to your own government for resolution," etc., etc. The presiding North Vietnamese officer produced a picture of Sybil being sent off to Paris by President Nixon. She was by then an international public figure. The Vietnamese were gaining public political savvy. The last thing they wanted on their hands was Sybil Stockdale's dead husband. I'll always believe she saved my life.

As examples of the ethical and leadership challenges of commanders in the field in war, these types of case studies provide midshipmen a picture of the gravity of command, and force them to think beyond the classroom or the challenge of running a division officer's notebook during midshipman cruise. Case studies help them think of the ethical decisions they must make when their troops are watching. What is the personal risk of doing the right thing? * LZ means "Landing Zone." Places picked out in the jungle where columns of helicopters could land and have a reasonable chance of minimal casualties to the troops in getting on the ground.

Being "hot" means the helicopters were landing, one after another. -L miiral Stockdale was the president of the Naval War College and was awarded the Medal of Honor for his service to the nation.

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By Vice Admiral Jerry Miller '42, U.S. Navy (Retired)

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t was the fall of 1941. War was in the air and seniors at the Naval Academy knew that it was just a matter of time. The pace of academic instruction had been accelerated. The Class of 1941 graduated in February. The Class of 1942 was slated to finish on 19 December. Things were getting serious.

One bright, yet recalcitrant first classman was feeling his oats. Having a great desire for personal recognition, he was prone to take actions that unfortunately worked against the attainment of his goals. Failing to be recognized with rank in the regimental military structure, he turned to taking on the "system," attempting to show the underclassmen that he was a leader, in one way or another. The "system" had recognized his potential by giving him an extra year to develop. He was turned back from the Class of 1941 to the Class of 1942, but he still fought the system in sophomoric ways.

His violations of the rules were relatively minor, yet irritating to some of his new classmates. He was personable and had many friends but his desire to be a recognized leader overpowered his good sense. He took to painting the image that he was a real swingerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a stud with the girls and a big boozerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that he could violate the "no drinking" rules and get away with it. His actions eventually included coming to the Sunday evening military formation with a "snoot full." Whether he had a few beers or less, he gave the impression that he had been on a tear. He stood in ranks, but vocally, in loud and boisterous terms, portrayed the image of being "tight." Following the traditional custom of never putting a classmate on report, the company commander habitually handled the situation by asking one of the first classmen to take the offender to his room, rather that have him march to the mess hall for evening meal.

This little Sunday evening play went on for about a month. Then our hero decided to escalate his act. He showed up in formation wearing civilian clothes, another violation of the regulations. He evidently reasoned that the usual procedure would be followedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that he would be escorted to his room by another classmate. However, by this time the company commander had his fill of the performance. Respecting the unofficial code that one never puts a classmate on report, he confronted the actor with some stem words. He informed him that enough was enough and ordered his classmate

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to remain in ranks as the company marched to the mess hall. He added that he hoped the commissioned duty officer would notice the event and put the culprit on report. The words sobered up our hero rather rapidly. Things were getting serious.

The formation had not made the first turn towards the mess hall than the duty officer arrived on the scene and our hero was on report. The company commander was prepared to withstand the wrath that was sure to prevail for having failed to protect his classmate, but the Commandant of Midshipmen had other thoughts in mind. He summoned the company commander, the platoon commander, and the acting battalion commander to his office for a formal discussion of the event. His questions were simple. All three midshipmen were part of the military structure of the regiment. They were responsible for the conduct of the troops. Why had none of the three chosen to put the culprit on report? Why had they left the task to the commissioned duty officer?

The company commander then made one of the dumbest comments ever made by a

midshipman. He informed that commandant that in considering a military career, he had reflected that if it came to a choice between friendship or duty, he regretfully would have to choose friendship. The commandant responded with, "Young man, you have a lot to learn." With that, he inverted the rank structure of the three men in front of him. The acting battalion commander was reduced in military rank and made the last man in the class.

The company commander was reduced to the next to the last rank and the platoon commander to one rank above that. They had been leaders, out in front with responsibilities.

Now they were back in ranks, at the bottom of the pyramid, packing a rifle in parade formations and taking orders from others in their class. It was a rude shock, but it was also most appropriate.

A few months later came Pearl Harbor.

Twelve days later, the class graduated and combat was the order of the day. The lesson from the commandant had come just in time.vL Vice Admiral Miller has recently completed a manuscript for the Smithsonian Press titled Carriers and Nukes.

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est Point, the Naval Academy, and the Air Force Academy train young Americans in the business of war. In the process, they turn out many men and women superbly prepared for the war of business.

Indeed, America's military academies may well be the nation's very best business schools. Since World War II, our three main service academies have produced 1,531 corporate CEOs, 2,012 corporate presidents, and well over 5,000 vice presidents—not to mention thousands of small-company entrepreneurs.

In the course of their military training, cadets and midshipmen absorb uncompromising lessons in honor, teamwork, and discipline. Later, these lessons help many of them lead businesses toward successful ends. This training cannot be duplicated at most civilian universities or MBA programs.

First and foremost, America's military academies teach their charges how to be a leader—how to take command, execute orders, and make sure that they're carried out.

"That's a constant," says Robert Herres, a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and retired CEO of USAA, a $60 billion insurance company. "You were never outside the environment in which leadership mattered. We marched to class and we marched to every single meal, constantly in the presence of someone exhibiting leadership."

"If you look at the majority of successful people in business, the common feature of most of them is that they get things done, they deliver, they execute," says Pete Dawkins, a West Pointer and Heisman Trophy winner, now vice chairman of Citigroup Private Banking. 'That's built into the DNAof what you're taught at the military academies."

"The academies are designed to produce leaders, and I think good leaders are successful irrespective of the medium they're working in," adds James Kimsey, a West Pointer

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who, after serving as an Airborne Ranger in Vietnam, went on to co-found America Online. "You can have a terrific idea, a great plan, and bad leadership, and you'll fail. You can have a bad plan and really good leadership, and still figure out how to make it successful. Leadership is the single most important ingredient in all institutions. If you have bad leaders, the rest doesn't matter."

Plebes at West Point are told to reply "no excuse, sir" when they are called short for their failures. "Once you absorb that," notes Kimsey, "your whole mindset changes. In battle, if you're leading a company up a hill, and that night you have to write letters to all the mothers whose sons got killed that day, for whatever reasons, you realize there is no excuse. If you're a CEO whose company is

academies excel at teaching cadets and midshipmen to cormnunicate with the rank and file. That's a skill that CEOs need as well.

"All classes you participate in are held to a 12-person maximum," recalled Joe Gudenburr, a West Point grad who's now a vice president of manufacturer BuckBeeMears. "Every day, you interact with your classmates and with your professors. You have got to communicate from day one as a plebe when you're being hazed. You've got to communicate with your peers to survive."

"The academies naturally foster the ability to get along with your fellow man, primarily because you live so close together," adds James Kinnear, a Naval Academy grad and Korean War veteran who rose to become CEO of Texaco. "You have to be able to relate to senior officers, to peers, and people under you. It's imperative. This is directly transferable to business."

"At Wharton, leadership was a c l a s s that we took.

At the Academy, leadership

West Point graduate Perry Smith, a former fighter pilot who now heads his own company, notes that "at the academies, you lead 20 or 100 people. You've got to make sure their uniforms and rooms are cleaned up. You have to do that even though you don't have much power. They just happen to be undergraduates and you're a senior. Where else can a 21-year-old get this sort of experience?"

The academies also teach their charges the importance of character: honor, ethics, integrity. They are required to be reliable, trustworthy, honest. "We learned at the Academy that the Honor Code had no geographical boundaries or limits," writes Vietnam War hero Gil Borland in his book. Duty, Honor, Company. "It applied at all times, whether we were in or out of uniform... At first it was rather intimidating. One slip-up could mean expulsion."

Corporate rogues may prosper in the short term, but often fail in the long run. "I've seen scumbags who are running companies," said Eric Grubman, a Naval Academy graduate and a partner at Goldman Sachs. "The fact is, honor, ethics, and integrity are key suc-

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laying off thousands of workers because you failed to understand how the market changed, you also realize there is no excuse for those people now out of a job."

Cadets and midshipmen are taught to persevere in the face of obstacles and impediments, important skills in business as well.

"The Academy training gives you an attitude, and it's the attitude that makes the difference," said Ron Jones, a Naval Academy grad who's now a senior vice president at Veridian, a computer and engineering company. "When I deal with Academy people in the business world, and I am asking for something to be done, I know it's going to get done. I don't hear a lot of, 'Here £ire my excuses,' but rather, 'I am going to get it done, regardless.' And that's leadership."

But orders have to be understood if they're to be carried out properly, and the service

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cess factors in many areas of the private sector."

In the long run, insists Jim Kimsey, the America Online co-founder, "If you don't have honor, integrity, and ethics, it will be found out and people won't deal with you.

Whatever you do in the business environment, your word is most important. You'd better do what you say you're going to do. Once you lose your credibility, yoiu- value diminishes dramatically, both through the eyes of the people that work for you and the people you deal with. It's sort of a sine qua non of being successful."

[West Point] graduate Alexander Haig, President Reagan's first Secretary of State and now CEO of his own company, suggests that "the academies are the finest institutions in the world at teaching honor, ethics, integrity, and loyalty. What you learn at a place like West Point will remjun with you throughout your business career."

Individuals who have graduated from a service academy and then gone on to business school often find that the academy training was more beneficial. Ron Jones, who attended the Naval Academy and Wharton, contrasts the education he received at each institution: "At Wharton, leadership was a class that we took. At the Academy, leadership was a way of Ufe." "An M.B.A. does not assure you'll be successful," adds author Dorland, who also has an M.B.A. in addition to West Point. "If you have a military academy background, the primary benefit of an M.B.A. is to teach you the language of business, economics, accounting and marketing. But there is no substitute for rolling up your sleeves and working hard."

Elite business schools themselves hold academy graduates in high regard. Consider the Harvard Business School. In the class of 2001, 37 students have bachelor's degrees from Harvard. In second place for undergraduate training are the service academies, with 24 alums.

The academies teach their graduates to make quick decisions. In combat, squad leaders don't have the luxury of consulting with headquarters. They are forced to make crucial quick decisions on their own. Lives depend on it. With many firms flattening their decision-making hiercirchies, this has become a valuable skill in business.

"Communication is very poor on the battlefield; so commanders have to react to the situation rapidly on their own with relatively limited information," notes West Point graduate Jerry York, formerly CFO of Chrysler and IBM and now vice-chairman of Tracinda, an investment company. "There's no time for the

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chain-of-command to issue orders. This is very characteristic of business. Businesses that do this well end up with higher performance."

Kimsey observes this process in the company he helped build. "At AOL, you see battalions of programmers who sit there and communicate with each other. If they had to go through layers of management to make decisions, the company would end up in the brackish backwaters of technology."

With business leadership comes stress. And there is perhaps no more practical way to teach stress management than attending a service academy and serving in the military.

"Business school was just class," said Eric Grubman, Naval Academy graduate. "When you spend four years on a fast-attack sub at the height of the Cold War, and you come out and someone is trying to get you excited because you might get a B instead of an A in finance class, well, it's very hard to get uptight about that."

Bob Herres, the former USAA chief, still remembers hisfirstday as a plebe. "After they cut off your hair, stick you in a uniform, run you all over the place and start humiliating you, then you go to be sworn in and the guys says, 'O.K., look to your right and look to your left. One of you is not going to make it through.'"

Not every former soldier sees a military background as beneficial for business. Matt Caulfield, an ex-marine who did not attend a

military academy, is CEO of Hire Quality, a headhunting firm. He says that employers no longer have much in common with military personnel transitioning into the private sector. He describes an FA-18 pilot who was not hired at a bank despite an impressive resume.

In response to an inquiry, the hiring manager explained that he couldn't comprehend "the fact that someone this talented would spend four or five years flying around in a jet."

"Sometimes at the hiring manager level, military people are seen as from an outer planet. So they don't have the mentorship they had in the past."

Fellow headhunter and West Point graduate Amy Rusiloski, who works for the firm Orion, disagrees with Caulfield. "It's a wonderful market for academy graduates. We get several companies that are specifically looking for academy graduates."

They're looking because they need soldiers for the battlefields of commerce. "The military academies force you to do it all," Alexander Haig observes. "They teach things that civilian schools don't teach. You take a civilian expert out of his water and he'll flounder. Academy graduates tend to be pretty surefooted on all terrain, be it financial management or building a bridge. The bottom line is that they get things done under any circumstances. What more can you ask?" A Robert Sterling just received his master's in journalism from the University of Missouri.

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* ANCHORS AWAY Eastern and Orient Express (February 11-25,2001) This amazing journey through Southeast Asia will allow you to see the beauty and majesty that are Thailand, Malaysia and Hong Kong. Spend four days in Bangkok, then fly to Chang Mai for three days exploring local sites, then back to Bangkok to board the Eastern & Oriental Express, with her old world style and grace. With its elegant compartments (with private facilities), gourmet chefs and air-conditioned carriages, it is like no other train in the world. Then on to Singapore and Hong Kong, with two of the world's finest hotels, and more adventures. 15 days. ($5,295 including air) (Alumni Holidays) Legends of the Nile (February 22-March 3, 2001) An amazing adventure to the land of the Pharaohs; including a 5-day Nile cruise on the deluxe SONESTA NE.E GODDESS. See Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Abu Simbel and all the sites. Now is the time to go to Egypt, and we have the perfect trip with all excursions included. 11 days. ($3,595 including air) (Alumni Holidays) Rome Escapade (February 25March 4, 2001) This is the perfect city for a winter get-away and the perfect hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the five-star deluxe Excelsior Hotel. Spend six nights and seven days exploring the romantic city of Rome and surrounding areas. This trip has maximum flexibility: you pick the excursions you want to take, or explore on your own. Day trip options include St. Peters Square, Florence, the Vatican, Naples and Pompeii, plus a day exploring the lesser-known areas of Rome itself. 8 days. ($1,695 including air) (Alumni Holidays)

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Visit Puerto Rico, Barbados, Curasao, Costa Rica and Mexico. 11 days. (From $2,595, plus air add-ons) (Alumni Holidays)

Antebellum South (March 24April 1, 2001) See the beauty of the South in springtime. From Charleston to Jacksonville, see the grace and charm that is the South with its gardens in bloom and its plantations without the summertime heat and crowds.

The NANTUCKET CLIPPER sails leisurely down the coast, exploring Charleston, the Intercoastal Waterway, Beauford, Savannah, Brunswick, St. Mary's and Jacksonville.

Rich in history for Civil War buffs, plus architecture and gardens for all. 8 days. (From $1,950 plus air) (Clipper Cruises) Along the Waterways of Holland and Belgium (April 2001) An all-inclusive journey through the waterways of Holland and Belgium, featuring a seven-night cruise aboard the four-star M.V. PRUSSIAN PRINCESS. See springtime tulips in Amsterdam, the world's largest seaport in Rotterdam, plus Dordrecht, Middelburg, Ghent, Bruges, Antwerp, Brussels and Maastricht. All excursions are included. 9 days. ($2,495 including air) (Gohagan & Company) Mandarin China (April 24- May 11, 2001) A seventeen day journey into the heart of China, featuring a five-day Yangtze River cruise through the incomparable Three Gorges aboard the M.S. VICTORIA, plus extensive visits to Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai. See the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, the Terra Cotta warriors and all the relics and treasures from China's rich history. 17 days. ($4,995 including air) (Gohagan & Company) Islands of the Gods (May 25June 2, 2001) A Yacht cruise aboard the 30-guest CALLISTO, with her wonderful amenities and ability to visit all the wonderful Greek Isles in close. Spend nine days visiting Athens, Lavrion, Tinos, Mykonos, Santorini plus others, plus Ephesus and Kusadasi in Turkey. 9 days. (From $2,995 plus air) (Travel Dynamics)

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alumnit ravel ^^^ Alumni College in Portugal (May 7-15, 2001) The Hotel da Cartuxa in Evora, Portugal, is home while you explore the beauty and history of this wonderful region with its Pousadas and castles, Roman walls and Moorish influence. Be sure to try the wonderful wine and shop for cork products and pottery, both regional specialties. 9 days. ($2,195 including air) (Alumni Holidays)

Alaska's Inside Passage (September 1-9, 2001) A third departure of our sell-out excursion, the YORKTOWN CLIPPER brings small ship elegance to an area you've always wanted to see up close.

Two options enable you to explore Alaska by sea and by land— take the cruise to explore by sea or add the Denali pre-cruise extension to tour by land too. 8 days.

(From $2,200 plus air) (Clipper Cruises)

Passage on the Elbe (May 30June 13, 2001) See the exciting capitals and historic treasures of Germany, the Czech RepubUc and Poland with a cruise along the River Elbe between Berlin and Prague, aboard the M.S. Europa.

A new itinerary on a well-loved ship. 15 days. ($3,995 including air) (Alumni Holidays)

Alumni College in Ireland (Kinsale) (September 16-24, 2001) An amazing week in one of our favorite countries. Learn about this historic area with its role in Irish emigration. Tour its wonderful gardens, castles and cottages. We also explore Cork, visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Ring of Kerry. 9 days. ($2,195 including air) (Alumni Holidays)

Alumni College in Provence (June 12-20,2001) A repeat of our wildly successful 2000 program.

This program spends a week in Aix-en-Provence, with day trips to many surrounding areas. This trip will sell out quickly, so if you are interested, please call now! 9 days. ($2,295 includes air) (Alumni Holidays) Alumni College in Tuscany (July 8-16,2001) The Chianti re•l i ' "'-Tif '^S gion has much to offer, and we te*i^«^'!*&. will see it all—from its history, food, and wine, to its amazing ^ ^ R ?pfiffci5^:-lcf"-'" people. From the history of winemaking, to day trips to Flo#--5.j»d,^:,rrence, Pisa and Lucca, plus much more. This trip will be another sell-out. 9 days. ($2,295 including air) (Alumni Holidays)

Autumn in Burgundy and Provence (September 2001) A wonderful twelve-day journey through France's loveliest regions, featuring three nights in Paris and an eight-day cruise along the Saone and Rhone rivers aboard the M.S. CEZANNE. 12 days. (From $3,895 including air) (Gohagan & Co.)

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yachtlike YORKTOWN CLIPPER,

whose shallow draft and easy maneuverability allow navigation close to shore. Optional extension to legendary Copper Canyon aboard the South Orient Express. 8 days.

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alloween Night 1991â&#x20AC;&#x201D;A fierce storm had settled off the coast of New England, forcing heavy rain, high winds, and dangerous surf from Maine to the Carolinas. A piercing ring from my nightstand phone at home further disturbed my already fitful sleep, caused by the howling wind and driving rain outside my bedroom window.

The voice at the other end was clear and to the point: "Captain Ganders.. .can you get in here for a 0400 brief and 0600 takeoff to fly a search and rescue mission?"

It was a call from my Air National Guard unit, the 102nd Rescue Squadron, in Westhampton Beach, New York. I glanced at my digital clock, which read 11:30, so the brief described would require another wakeup call for me in three hours. I groggily asked, "What happened?"

"Jolly 110," one of our air-refuelable rescue helicopters, was forced to ditch in the Atlantic, 60 miles south of our base on eastern Long Island. The helicopter, accompanied by a HC-130 tanker, had departed Westhampton Beach late in the afternoon of 30 October 1991 to attempt the rescue of a Japanese sailor who was caught in the building storm, more than 200 nautical miles south of Long Island. The mission required four in-flight air refuelings: two on the way out and two on the way back.

When Jolly 110 arrived on scene, the crew determined that hoisting the survivor from his small sailboat was impossible because of the flailing mast, which could catch the hoist cable or, even worse, the helicopter. The second option of deploying the pararescueman to assist a recovery in the water was also rejected because of the extreme risk of not being able to recover him or the survivor. Despite the high seas, the vessel appeared to be riding the storm safely so the C-130 deployed a survival kit, which included a raft and other important survival gear, and departed. The third in-flight refueling was accomplished shortly after departing the hover and was uneventful, like the first two on the way out.

The final refueling attempt, however, was a much different story.

The helicopter and C-130 flew into previously unforecast severe weather conditions, which included blinding rain, thick clouds, and wicked winds. Sebastian Junger later described these conditions as "The Perfect Storm" in his best selling novel of the same name. "Perfect" in this case meant perfectly bad: meteorological conditions had combined in "perfect" harmony to create the worst recorded weather

"Perfect" in ttiis case meant perfectly bad: meteorological conditions had combined in "perfect" tiarmony to create the worst recorded weather conditions in history, according to author Sebastian Junger

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conditions in history, according to the author Junger. Night air refueling on night vision goggles is challenging in good weather but this night's hurricane-like conditions made it impossible. Aircraft commander. Captain David Ruvola, had to make a decision, which no one ever should have to make: keep trying to fly his refueling probe into the wildly gyrating C-130 refueling basket and risk flaming out and certain death, or take his chances by flying in a controlled descent to the raging 100-foot seas and 90-knot winds of the ocean below. At stake was his own life and those of the four others of his rescue crew. He discussed it with his crew but the final decision was his alone.

My answer to that midnight call was obvious. I immediately agreed to take the mission: those were my friends out there. When I had asked about launching our airborne effort that evening, I learned that a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter had already made an attempt. The 100foot seas and 90-knot winds made the airborne recovery absolutely impossible. Surface assets were continuing to try that night despite these dangerous conditions. We were hoping that by morning the weather conditions would improve sufficiently to effect a helicopter recovery. We would launch wearing night vision goggles and be on scene by first light. The caller thanked me saying, "Try to get some rest." 1 knew each of these crewmembers, my professional colleagues and friends, so falling back to sleep was tough. I kept thinking of them out there in the raging sea.

Dave Ruvola made his final decision and his crew agreed: accept a "controlled" ditch instead of risking flaming out his fuel-starved en-

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gines and trying to blindly autorotate to the ocean below. He flew his knew what he was doing, and then some. Later that day, Rick and his aircraft down through the dark clouds "into the abyss," as Flight En- team flew a flawless jump. I remembered his courage and strength gineer Jim Mioli would later describe it. Ruvola established his hover that day with him in New Hampshire and I knew that it was only a over the 100-foot seas and ordered his crew to bail out as he main- matter of time before we would find him. tained control of the aircraft. Timing their jumps was critical to their The crew of TAMAROA continued to look for Rick that night under survival because the rise and fall of the ocean beneath the helicopter incredibly dangerous conditions and by the following morning on would mean a relatively short, 10-foot jump onto the top of a wave 31 October, weather conditions had subsided enough for me to launch or a deadly 90-foot fall into a with another helicopter to find Rick. We trough. Despite the fear, anxisearched with other aircraft and ships for ety, and disorientation of nine days straight and our unit aircraft Their rescue...will go down in rescue history as one ditching a helicopter under continued for many days of the most dramatic and amazing of all time. these conditions, co-pilot after the Coast Guard Captain Graham Buschor was suspended the official The book and movie evoked a range of memories able to keep his night vision search. We experienced and emotions from that night... goggles on and timed his jump to minimize his the highs of radio calls freefall. Pararescuemen, Rick Smith and John „ „ ,„„ ..™„.„„_,„ ...-.....,..,, proclaiming they had SpiUane were unable to use their goggles and spotted Rick to the lows both jumped out of the helicopter blindly into of finding only empty rafts or endlessly searching the vast expanse of the sea. Spillane described falling for what seemed to be an eternity ocean beneath our helicopter. We searched for weeks without finding and suffered severe injuries and broken bones upon impact with the a trace. We had our memorial service for him in our base aircraft siuface of the water. Rick Smith's fate will never be known because hangar a few weeks after the helicopter ditching. The hangar was he jumped just before Spillane. That was the last time he was seen. filled with mourners and members of the local and national press who Once his crew was clear. Captain Dave Ruvola hovered away from had followed the drama along with state, local, and federal officials. where they had jumped from the helicopter and his fuel starved air- It was a terrible loss for Rick's young wife and their three young craft settled into the violent sea. Unbeknownst to him, his flight en- daughters. gineer. Technical Sergeant Jim Mioli, had elected not to jump and The book. The Perfect Storm, is now a big budget Warner Brothers stayed aboard in the back of the aircraft as Ruvola flew it into the movie scheduled for release last month. Dave Ruvola's mission, along ocean. As the aircraft sank, with the plight of fishing vessel ANDREA GAIL from Gloucester, Masboth were miraculously able to sachusetts, makes for a fascinating read. The book and movie evoked escape from the flooding, ina range of memories and emotions from that night for all of the memverted helicopter and begin a bers of the 106th Rescue Wing—the joy of knowing that four of five Ijunger, best-selling five-hour fight for their lives. of the crewmembers were safe, the sorrow of the loss of Rick Smith.

Their rescue, by the men of the |uthor of "The Perfect Storm," Through the U.S. Air Force P^iblic Affairs Office, the co-pilot of id Lt Col Michael Ganders '77 Coast Guard cutter TAMAROA, that fateful mission, Graham Buschor, and I were invited by Warner will go down in rescue history Brothers, to recreate the next-day search that I did in 1991. as one of the most dramatic On location in Gloucester in September of 1999, it was a and amazing of all time. The classic Hollywood set, and project stars George Clooney story of that dramatic night and Mark Wahlberg were crewmembers of the ANDREA GAIL. was chronicled in superb de(The stars were underway and filming on the replica ANtail in Sebastian Junger's 1997 DREA GAIL so we did not get a chance to meet them in Sepbest selling novel that he titled tember '99, but did so at a press weekend in June 2000.)

The Perfect Storm. Four of the Despite Buschor's inquiries about Tom Cruise to play his five helicopter rescuers who, part, up-and-coming Hollywood actors play the 102nd Resonly a short time before had cue Squadron helicopter crew that ditched their helicopter put their own lives on the line that night. But Buschor and I did get a chance at a bit part for others, were now saved by flying our unit helicopter to depict the helicopter search through the bravery of the the day after the ditching. After finishing at wardrobe and eighty c r e w m e m b e r s of makeup we were ready for the shot. We flew a number of sequences TAMAROA, who put their lives poto by Majjim Finkle, in close proximity to a helicopter camera ship off the coast of JVANG 106tM^u^ Wing PuUk Affairs Officer on the line. Pararescueman Gloucester with appropriate landmarks behind us. We're not sure, Technical Sergeant Rick however, how much of our scene will end up on the cutting Smith, however, paid the ultiroom floor. mate price.

We do hope, along with all members of our Rescue Wing, that the I'm proud to be in an overfilm will be a fitting tribute to all rescuers who put their lives on the sized framed photograph with Rick Smith on our squadron "wall of line in enormously dangerous conditions and to Technical Sergeant fame." The picture was taken at an air show earlier that year in 1991 Rick Smith who made the ultimate sacrifice and reaffirmed the motto when he and I and our crew flew up to New Hampshire to do a dem- of Air Force Rescue, "That Others May Live." -t onstration of pararescue capabilities. Rick was the team leader that day and I was impressed with his extra attention to detail. So was the Lieutenant Colonel Mike Ganders is a 1977 graduate of the Naval Acadair show manager, who sent us the beautifully framed over-sized emy and is the Commander of the 102nd Rescue Squadron of the New photo. Rick covered every conceivable contingency for the parachute York Air National Guard. He works full time for the Telephonies Corpooperation from our heUcopter and 1 was convinced that this "kid" ration as a Vice President for Business Development.

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Salute to our Oldest Alumni We feWy we happy few^ we hand of brothers...

CDR Harold MarkeU, USNR (Ret.) 1920 11 October 1898 CAPT Carroll H. Fleming, USNR (Ret.) 1920 27 November 1898 CAPT Leil L. Young, USNR (Ret.) 1921 30 December 1898 CAPT James A. Roberts, USN (Ret.) 1921 8 May 1899 CDR Seth E. Barron, USCG 1923 17 May 1899 CAPT LleweUyn J. Johns, USN (Ret.) 1921 3 July 1899 Mr. Joseph A. Magnuson 1922 11 August 1899 RADM Robert N. Hunter, USN (Ret.) 1922 9 September 1899 Maj Ralph D. McAfee, USMC (Ret.) 1924 1 May 1900 CAPT David H. Byerly, USNR (Ret.) 1921 7 June 1900

Mr. Edgar H. Logan 1923 2 December 1900 VADM Ralph Earle Jr., USN (Ret.) 1922 22 December 1900 Mr. Harry C. Harshman 1922 28 February 1901 RADM Louis D. Sharp Jr., USN (Ret.) 1924 17 March 1901 Mr. Farrel J. Leroy 1923 4 June 1901 Mr. George C. Wilson 1925 4 July 1901 CDR Donald O. Burling, USNR (Ret.) 1925 20 November 1901 CAPT Arthur H. Graubart, USN (Ret.) 1925 8 December 1901 CAPT Kenneth M. McLaren, USN (Ret.) 1923 27 February 1902 RADM William B. Bailey, USN (Ret.) 1924 18 March 1902

List as of 26 June 2000. The list is compiled from our database based upon date of birth and valid address.

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The SACC is the Service Academy Career Conference supported by the Alumni Associations from the U.S. Naval Academy and U.S. Coast Guard Academy and Associations of Graduates from the U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Air Force Academy. The previous conferences have been attended by hundreds of companies and thousands of alumni.

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cMeam ^T^i^mps^n Recognition Day 2000

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he "Skivs," also known as Midshipman Zachary Herzberger, Jason Israel, Josh Nassiri, Ronnie Rowell, Nick Trzcinski,and Jon Lee Warner, started off the annual (^bert cMeansT^mpson Q&t^cietp rccogmiion day in April with a delightful whimsical performance. This midshipmen singing group wowed the audience of 115 Naval Academy alumni and friends with a '50s-style revue during the pre-luncheon reception.

Commandant of Midshipmen, Captain Sam Locklear '77, USN; Academic Dean, Dr. Bill Miller '62; and Superintendent, Vice Admiral John Ryan '67, USN, attended the festivities as well as outgoing Naval Academy Alumni Association; and former Foundation President, Rear Admiral Ron Marryott '57, USN (Ret.). (^hert oUham 'Thompson Q&acietp Chairman, Captain Bill Busik '43, USN (Ret.), Foundation Vice Presidents, Captain Bill Flight '56, USN (Ret.), and Dr. Dan Struble '83, all members of the Society, also attended the luncheon.

Admiral Marryott gave opening remarks and welcomed new and old members of the Society, stating that membership has grown from 93 members in the 1996 charter year, to a current membership of 244. He also noted that this group of individuals represents over $14 million dollars in planned gifts in support of the Naval Academy.

Captain Busik thanked all those in attendance for their unending support and commitment to the Academy.He then asked for a moment of silence to remember those members who have passed.

Keynote speaker. Admiral Ryan, then gave a dynamic Power Point presentation on the state of the Naval Academy. His talk included a discussion of the Strategic Plan, highlighting the early wave initiatives that are so vitally important to the future of the Naval Academy. Admiral Ryan very expressively confirmed the need for private support of these initiatives—and thanked the members for providing that source of income.

After lunch. Boatswain mate 1st class Samuel Irish, with the help of Foundation staff members piped Admiral Marryott "ashore" on his last official day as President of the Association and Foundation.

(Robert oWffom ''Ohompson QS)oci6tp members went on to other activities including a presentation at the O & F Club given by Senior Museum Curator, Jim Cheevers. Mr. Cheevers gave a pictorial review of the history of the Naval Academy.Societymemberswere then honored at a formal dress parade on Worden Field followed by an elegant Superintendent's reception at Buchanan House.

All in all it was a grand day—many returning guests were thrilled that the Midshipman rain dance did not prevail this year as it had in the past. Several alumni had not been back to the Yard for many decades. One alumnus was quoted as saying, "The parade gives me goose bumps—after 50-some years it still makes me proud." ^

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Luckv Bae of Books Confederate Admiral: ^ | The Ufe and Wars of Franklin Buchanan ^W Craig L Symonds.Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 1999.274 pp. $32.95.

Reviewed by Captain Bill King 70, DC, U.S. Naval Reserve

Author Craig Symonds, a Naval Academy history professor, is the only person to win both the Naval Academy's Excellence in Teaching and Excellence in Research awards. This is his eighth book.

His other books are also interesting and thoroughly researched. They include biographies of Joseph E. Johnston and Patrick Cleburne and four outstanding atlases.

"Buchanan's naval career spanned a half century of revolutionary change."

This book is the first in a planned series by the Naval Institute "The irony that assails the modem reader in considering this Press, Library of Naval Biography, about people who have shaped tableau suggests the dissonance inherent in the life of a man who or reflected the naval affairs of their time. It will appeal to the studevoted himself wholeheartedly to his duty, and yet ended his ca- dent of the American Civil War, the nineteenth century, the Navy, reer fighting against the navy he had so dearly loved," from Profes- or the Naval Academy. The series by many authors promises to be sor Symonds" most recent book. Confederate Admiral: The Life and most valuable if future biographies of other men and women are of Wars of Franklin Buchanan. It is an enjoyable, concise, and thor- this quality and depth. oughly researched biography of the only admiral of the ConfederA recent convert to the fascination of history, I am embarrassed ate States Navy. that my most vivid memory of history courses at the Naval AcadThis is a story of a man who went to sea at 15, was a naval officer emy was my Sea Power instmctor nodding off in the middle of his for 50 years, fought in two wars, was seriously wounded twice, and lecture. My keen interest in history and biography now focuses on had impressive accomplishments. It does not neglect his personal people who made a difference, their opportunities, and their motibattles. Franklin Buchanan's energetic and impetuous approach to vations when choices were made that brought success or failure. challenges during his career and his outspoken opinions will evoke Professor Symonds' book wonderfully captures the man and his a strong response. It is a rich history of the man who was the first "stage" of history.

American to set foot in Japan, the first to command his warship up As millennium fever peaked last New Year, speculation of what the Yangtze, among the first members of precursors to modem se- the future holds abounded. Franklin Buchanan was bom in 1800 at lection boards, and the commanding officer of the ironclad CSS the dawn of another century. He witnessed many advances in techVIRGINIA. He was a man who had both presidents Abraham Lincoln nology: wood to iron ships, sail to steam, and smoothbore muzzleand Jefferson Davis visit his home. loading cannon to breach loading rifled guns. The U.S. Naval Buchanan knew both the tedium of being on station and intensity Academy's superintendent's quartersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Buchanan Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;is named during heat of battle. He did his duty, and yet a thread of self-inter- for its first superintendent. His most important legacy to the future est seemed ever present. He was dismissed from the United States was his steadfast belief that to be an officer requires dedication, Navy only to rise to become the senior naval officer of the Confed- values, and training. eracy for heroism. His life was one of paradox.

China Sea David Poyer. St. Martin's Press, NY, 2000, 337 ppT Hardcover Paperback.

Reviewed by Lietrtenant Commander George Capen '89, U.S. Navy David Poyer '71 brings the courage, honor and commitment of sea duty to life in this vivid portrayal of life aboard a KNOx-class frigate. China Sea is the sixth book in his well-acclaimed series of the modem Navy. Set in the early 1990s, the young lieutenant commander, Daniel Lenson, is rewarded with one of the great challenges that make a surface warfare career particularly exciting. He is assigned to take early command of the frigate, but under less than ideal conditions, in order to prepare her for transfer to the Pakistani Navy. The thrill of his first command rapidly succumbs to the reality of inadequate manning, poor morale, broken equipment and insufficient munitions as his task changes from delivering the vessel to one of combat in the South China Sea. The details describing life at sea are captivating as the action is continually rolling along and each page pulls a new twist into the architecture of the story. In the end, the reader is treated to a fantastic battle that pulls each of the story threads together as a tightly woven yam. The surface warriors that read this book will need to allow Poyer some editorial license in stretching the limits of radar horizon, legal authority and bumper-boat-like survivability, but these few allowances do not detract from the excitement of the story. In

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fact, Poyer offers the tactically minded officer some clever tools to keep in mind for those occasions we hope will never arise.

The scales of intrigue, from murder, piracy and battle to intemational diplomacy, capture the imagination with lifelike characters of heroes and villains most naval readers can link to real people met during their own world travels. He paints a collage of past events that provide logical extensions of how current geopolitics may be adversely affected by decisions made ten years ago. Interestingly, his theme of anti-piracy tops the list of regional issues being debated in Southeast Asia today.

Written to reflect a time already past, his political points provide ample food for thought in dealing with present day problems. Piracy is an increasing problem; nations that drive ships in the South China Sea are forming coalitions to combat piracy; China is not willing to become a participant in those multi-lateral operations.

Poyer highlights the importance of strategic relationships in the region with Indonesia emerging as one of the most strategic partnerships the U.S. Navy can pursue.

China Sea belongs in the library of avid fiction readers and deserves attention beyond the scope of mere recreational reading. Even those that prefer non-fiction will find that this book provides more than adequate mental stimulation. The excitement of the chase, as described by Poyer, transforms into an educational transcript of how the U.S. Navy plays an ever-important role in shaping our world and the seas we sail upon today.

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Luckv Baa of Books China on their Mind fear of the Rat: How Bill Clinton Compromised U.S. Security for Chinese Cash EdwardTimperlake '69 andWilliam C.Triplett ll.Washington, D.C: Regency Publishing, Inc., 1998.275 pp. $24.95.

Red Dragon Rising: Communist China's OUM Military Threat to America ^^m Edward Timperlake '69 andWilliam C.Triplett ll.Washington, D.C: Regency Publishing, Inc., 1999.271 pp. $27.95.

Reviewed by Captain George Galdorisi 70, U.S. Navy, Retired I

It is not difficult to surmise from the titles of these two new books from Regency Publishing where the authors are coming from or what points they intend to make. If the titles leave any ambiguity whatsoever, Edward Timperlake and William Triplett clear that up in the first page of Year of the Rat. "Our thesis is simple: The Clinton administration has made a series of Faustian bargains and policy blunders that have allowed a hostile power to further its aims in Washington. In the main. Bill Clinton and Al Gore did it for the money.

In these pages we will show that, in order to gain and hold onto power, the Clinton administration has acted recklessly, allowing the wrong people to gain access to our most important political and economic secrets. Any number of Chinese arms dealers, spies, narcotics traffickers, gangsters, pimps, accomplices to mass murder, communist agents, and other undesirables will appear in these pages...all associated one way or another with the White House and money."

With this thesis as a way of introduction, the authors pen a fastmoving polemic that describes a web of connections and campaign contributions by names that are familiar to most who have followed these issues in the national media for most of the last decade; the Lippo Group, Mochtar Riady, Johnny Huang, Maria Hsia, Charlie Trie and many others.

Timperlake '69 and Triplett offer intriguing credentials to undertake such a book. Timperlake is a former military officer and was a professional on the House Corrmiittee on Rules. Triplett has extensive experience with China and is the former chief Republican counsel to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Clearly, neither are new to the issues regarding the relationships between China and the United States.

To the author's credit, both books are exhaustively researched and amply documented, boasting 64 pages of notes between the two books. They have captured a great deal of anecdotal information and presented it in a straight-ahead, readable format, clearly and concisely. Readers who have read Sherry Sontag and Christopher Drew's Blind Man's Bluff and Peter Maas' The Terrible Hours will see the connections between those books and both Year of the Rat and Red Dragon Rising. The authors follow the theme oi Blind Man's Bluff in striving to write an expose in each book, while writing them in the same style as The Terrible Hours, often reading more like a newspaper article than a book.

These books are clearly companions. Year of the Rat is primarily focused on accusations against the Clinton administration in the area of campaign contributions and White House access to individuals closely connected with the government of China. Part three of this book is titled "China's Continuing Threats" and deals extensively with China's penetration of both the United States government and United States military, as well as the PRC's extensive arms sales to nations unfriendly to the United States.

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targeting the U.S. with nuclear weapons, to a breathtaking range of information warfare, to allegations of China's ongoing support of ; terrorism in a number of countries hostile to the United States. They continue with discussions of several focused chapters describing < the military threat that China poses in the South China Sea to (particularly the Spratley Islands) Taiwan, Japan, and India.

In their final chapter, "The View Toward the Future," they sum up their case: * "No regime poses a greater threat to global security today than t Communist China. With the collapse of the Soviet Union, and the internal disarray of the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China sees itself as the sole Communist superpower in the world.

With its strategic military buildup—aided by stolen and acquired American weapons technology—the Communist Chinese leadership has sought to make the world's most populous country one of its most powerful."

These two books can be different things to different people. For those who think that the Clinton administration egregiously broke faith with the American people and sold the White House to Chinese agents. Year of the Rat will validate all that they suspected. For j those who think that the People's Republic of China is a monolithic f military power bent on ultimately destroying the United States, Red j Dragon Rising will answer that same need.

Neither book, however, may satisfy the mainstream audience looking for a more nuanced and well-balanced view of the actions of the People's Republic of China. The authors, by their own admission, are out to prove their points, and they take little time to acknowl- j edge—let alone present—altemative theories and other points of j view. Their style and tone are more of what one would find in an \ op-ed piece. j Their treatment of China's security paradigm in Red Dragon Rising was particularly one-sided as they choose not to address many of China's legitimate security concems. After extensive research j and four rounds of negotiations with officers in the People's Lib- ' eration Army (Navy) I am increasingly aware that many of the behaviors we dislike in the Chinese govemment and Chinese military are at least understandable given their long history of invasion • and occupation.

I Given the author's background in the area of the intersection of the United States and China's security paradigms, I did not expect Red Dragon Rising to demonize China in the way it did. While many in our military view China as a significant potential threat, most are at least guardedly optimistic that continued engagement under the omnibus mil-to-mil program is a positive policy. Transparency works both ways.

Year of the Rat and Red Dragon Rising add to the literature in that they capture a great deal of information that was, at best, anecdotal and bring it together in a readable format. Anyone seeking to round out their reading on this complex country may want to include these books in their reading list. For the reader who wants to read only one or two books about China, these might not be just the right books.

Captain George Galdorisi is a naval aviator who commanded LAMPS helicopter squadrons HSL-41 and HSL-43 as well as CLEVELAND ( L P D - 7 ) and Amphibious Squadron Seven. He most recendy served as chief of staff for Cmiser-Destroyer Group Three, embarked in ABRAHAM LINCOLN ( C V N - 7 2 ) . For the past two years

he has been head of the U.S. delegation for the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement under the auspices of the U.S .-Sino military-to-military exchange program. He has led his delegation for several rounds of talks with the Chinese Navy in Beijing, Qingdao, and the various locations in the United States.

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Luckv Bae of Book FICTION C a p t a i n Kilburnie VADM William R Mack '37, USN (Ret.). Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 1999. 367 pp.

Publishers Weekly added: "[Linenger's] frank, personable prose shows readers what it is like to be an astronaut—or at least to be this particular astronaut, trying, along with his Russian companions, to live and work with good humor on an 11-year-old, half-broken, famously flamable space station as its air fills with antifreeze that is leaking out of shoddy cooling lines."

Vice Admiral Mack's eighth novel, Captain Kilburnie, is his best and is a must read. Set in the Poison G a s : T h e Myths Versus Reality days of Lord Nelson, this superbly paced, thorCol James W. Hammond Jr. '51, USMC (Ret.). oughly reseeirched, and historically accurate "page Westport, CT: Greenwood Press, 2000. 184 pp. turner" is both exciting and "reader friendly."

Former Marine and editor of the Marine Corps Unlike many complicated historical novels of this genre, one does Gazette and Shipmate, James "Wes" Hammond not need a dictionary or glossary of naval terms at hand while readtakes the issue of poison gas head-on. His book is ing Captain Kilburnie. Admiral Mack describes the thrilling sea battles designed to correct misinformation surrounding the and tactics with great clarity. In addition to being transported to debate on poison gas and give policymakers a Nelson's Navy, the reader is treated to afirst-rate,"behind the scenes" better understanding of this complex—and terrifying—weapon. story set in Ireland, Scotland, and London focusing on those whom seafaring professionals have "left behind" for centuries.

"While not advocating the use of toxic gas in warfare, the author argues that education and common sense are the most effective tools Drawing on his thirty-eight year naval career and well-established literary expertise, Admiral Mack writes with great credibility and skill. to combat gasses that remain in arsenals around the world."

In so doing he has left us clamoring for a sequel to this superb novel.

I, for one, can only hope that one is coming—and soon!

Submarine Diary: Train M a n P.T. Deutermann '65. New York: St. Martin's Press, 1999.354 pp.

Publisher's Weekly said, "Flexing his considerable prowess at plotting as well as his ability to generate believable, sympathetic characters, Deutermann delivers his most accomplished thriller yet. Intelligent, expertly detailed and highly suspenseful, Deutermann's sixth novel is a speeding entertainment locomotive."

Kirkus Reviews added, "Another solid performance from Deutermann, this time about a train-hating, vengeance-hungry madman and the FBI agents seeking to derail him. Quality entertainment: the details convince, the people are real, the plot twists legitimate."

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CAPT George Galdorisi '70, USN (Ret.). New York: HarperCollins, 2000.525 pp. Paperback. $6.99.

In his second novel (following: The Coronado Conspiracy), Captain Galdorisi spins an intriguing tale of a terrorist attack on U.S. servicemen, and CARL VINSON'S skipper is told to stand fast—and not retaliate. Admiral Heater Robinson cannot abide by that decision, and his fury could start an uncontrollable chain reaction that could rock the globe. To end the madness, Navy SEAL Rick Holden has been selected for a top-secret mission: infiltrate CARL VINSON, and assassinate Admiral Robinson.

T h e Silent Stalking of Japan RADM Corwin Mendenhall "39, USN (Ret.).

Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 1995.

273 pp. Appendix.

First published by Algonquin Books in 1991, Submarine Diary was added to the U.S. Naval Institute's Bluejacket Books series in 1995.

Bluejacket Books are "affordable paperback editions of exceptional works on naval and military subjects." Judging by praise received.

Submarine Diary is a Bluejacket Book for good reason.

The Chicago Tribune said, "If the sea sparks your interest, Submarine Diary will fill a void in your knowledge of life under its surface during the war...Why did five decades have to pass before this enlightening account reached bookstores?"

Dark Sky, Black Sea CAPT Charles H. Brown '52, USN. Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 2000. 220 pp. Appendix.

Index. Photos.

As stated by former Commander in Chief, Pacific, Admiral M.F. Weisner '41, USN (Ret.), "CharHe Brown's tremendous research efforts have produced an important historical document that he has made interesting by melding technical developments and operational progress with his experiences. A famous astronaut recentiy commented that night carrier operations on a straight deck were more demanding than anything he ever faced in the space program. Dark Sky, Black Sea underscores that statement."

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O f f t h e Planet Jerry M. Linenger '77. New York: McGraw Hill, 2000.

253 pp. Index. Photos.

Officer of t h e D e c k : A M e m o i r of t h e Pacific W a r and t h e Sea CDR Herb Kriloff '39, USN (Ret.). Pacifica, CA: Pacifica Press, 2000.26 pp.

Booklist said Off the Planet is "an unvarnished account of his near-disastrous stay, in 1997, on Russia's creaky space station...an engrossing report that NASA's publicity machine will bemoan.

Ensign JCriloff was assigned to WILLIAM B . PRESTON, "Willy B," when Worid War II broke out. WILLY B was on station in the southern Philippines, and found herself on the run, first to the Dutch East Shipmate, July-August 2000

k i i c k v Bae of Books Indies, then on to Darwin, Australia. In 1942, WILLY B narrowly escaped disaster when Darwin was attacked by Japanese aircraft, and began her epic joumey around Australia. This is not just a war memoir. It is a coming of age story, which starts with the junior ensign in the wardroom, and leads to command at sea.

Billy, Navy Wife Vi J H A ^uBRj.«

Wilma Jerman Miles. 1999. 587 pp. Hardcover Photos and Illustrations. Index. For information, contact Charles Miles, 301 -654-4160.

Billy, Navy Wife, by Wilma "Billy" Jerman Miles, wife of Milton E. "Mary" Miles '22, tells the tale of a tme Navy wife alongside her husband from the day they married in 1925 until the end of their lives.

More than em autobiography, this book also follows the career and leadership of Vice Admiral Miles throughout his service in the Pacific and in Washington.

VADM J. Metcalf HI '51 wrote, "Sprinkled within this volume are numerous examples of extraordinary military leadership on the part of Mary. I personally am grateful that Billy documented these and believe that many could benefit from their reading these as case studies."

The book was originally completed in 1972, but the Mileses' sons wrote a concluding chapter and prepared it for final print in 1999.

Captive of t h e Rising Sun; T h e P O W M e m o i r s of Rear A d m i r a l D o n a l d T. Chiles Edited by Donald T. Giles Jr Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 1994. 232 pp. Hardcover Photos.

Index.

Captive is based on a memoir written by Giles and discovered after his death by his son, Donald T. Giles Jr. Giles was one of the first American POWs of the Pacific war captured on Guam just after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. He was held in the Japanese camps of Zentsuji and Roku Roshi.

This articulate and personal account details the events leading up to the Japanese invasion of Guam and the reality of life in the Japanese camps—the stmggles, the horrors and the attempts to find humanity among the prisoners.

Commander Giles details the difficulties he experienced in repatriation and readjusting to a country dramatically changed by war.

The book includes medical documentation of the physical and psychological hardships of POWs. Donald T. Giles Sr. '21, served three tours of duty in submarines and served aboard MARYLAND, UTAH, DENT and WITCHITA. After release from intemment at the end of World War II, Giles worked in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy and then as supervising inspector of naval material in Atlanta, GA. He retired as rear admiral in 1953. In the 1970s, he reconstmcted his wartime experience in a memoir. He died on 28 Febraary 1983.

Donald T. Giles Jr. '48, was assigned duty as assistant naval attache at the American Embassy in Tokyo after schooling at the Naval Intelligence School and the Navy Language School. He retired from the CIA in 1989.

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Mr. Michel's W a r CAPT John J. A. Michel '39, USNR (Ret.). Novato, CA: Presidio Press, 1998. 294 pp.

As a junior officer assigned to the old four-stack destroyer POPE, John Michel saw war at sea up close—from the crows nest where he was gun fire spotter and director. Engaged in viscous fighting in the Battle of Java Sea, POPE was sunk, and Michel, along with several shipmates, were saved from the sea only to endure almost three years in Japanese POW camps. This memoir is aptiy subtitied, "From Manila to Mukden: An American Navy Officer's War with the Japanese, 1941-1945."

BUSINESS BOOKS

MANAGKR.S GET

Responsible Managers G e t Results: H o w t h e Best Find Solutions— N o t Excuses

GeraldW. Faust, Richard I.Lyles '69 and Will Phillips.

New York: Amacom, 1998.221 pp. Index. Charts.

Another in a series of award winning books on management and leadership, co-author Dick Lyles '69, takes his title, and the book's major thesis, from the bedrock principles for leaders. Responsible Managers focuses on two basic ideas: problem solving and getting people to work together.

The book also contains detailed, step-by-step guidelines to focus on the organization, break down bjirriers, initiate and sustain meaningful change, enhance collaboration and team efforts, overcome organizational cultures that block teamwork, elevate problem solving to a strategic, ongoing process, design effective teams, and create an organization that inspires responsibility.

In the middle of a culture "it's not my fault," it is refreshing to see a business management text that says "the buck stops here." Responsibility may seem a quaint notion in modem times, but it is a timeproven characteristic of leadership that has served—and continues to serve—our nation well. Dick Lyie's book is an important step in taking leadership concepts like responsibility, and making them "cool" again.

No-Nonsense M a r k e t i n g : 101 Practical W a y s t o W i n and Keep C u s t o m e r s

Victor H. Prushan '57. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1997.275 pp. Index.

This well written marketing text has all the basic information for anyone wishing to create and implement a modem marketing plan. The book is filled with good ideas, common sense advice and reliable rales to follow, plus some great examples to illustrate each point.

Written as a list of 101 ideas, each entry is clear and shows how basic marketing philosophies can be implemented in today's fast paced and ever changing marketplace. Everything from start to finish, and how to survive in between, is covered.

Using I S O 9000 t o Improve Business Processes, Issue 2 Sandford Liebesman '57. AT&T, 1995. 223 pp.

Appendix. Glossary. Index. References.Tables.

"The Intemational Organization for Standardization (ISO) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, 33

Luckv Bail ot i3ooks and publishes standards that help in facilitating world trade. The ISO 9000 Series of quality standards offer a generic core system of standards that are applicable to a broad range of industries and businesses."

Witii this working definition of ISO 9000, Sandy Liebesman of AT&T Quest has put together a guide for organizations seeking to improve their quality, and attain ISO 9000 registration, an intemationally recognized mark of a quality organization. Liebesman uses a straightforward approach to bring readers from a basic introduction of ISO 9000 through its linkage to the Malcolm Baldrige Award criteria, and beyond.

Winning Ways Dick Lyles '69. New York: G.R Putnam's Sons, 2000.

92 pp.

As the flyleaf of this compact book says, "The greatest challenge for today's executivesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and aspiring executivesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;isn't leaming the latest software or mastering the global market. It's working well with people."

Coauthor of The One Minute Manager, Dick Lyles uses a parable about "Albert," a smart, young, ambitious man who should be a rising star, to bring out the lessons of the books subtitie, "Four Secrets for Getting Great Results by Working Well with People."

PROFESSIONAL B O O K S REVISED A N D U P D A T E D Ethics for t h e Junior Officer Dr. Karel Montor and the Class of 1964.

Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 1994.253 pp.

Appendix.

A labor of love from the Class of 1964, Ethics for the Junior Officer is presented to each First Class Midshipman at the annual ethics dinner, hosted by the Class of 1964. Developed in the wake of the 1992 cheating scandal, this book provides case studies of real ethical dilemmas submitted by officers in the fleet, with difficult courses of action to choose from, presented in the Alfa section of the book. The "right" answer to each dilemma, and the ethical underpinning, are explained in the Bravo section of the book.

has revised and updated his 1986 classic. He has brought his book into the missile and information ages, and deals with the 1994 shift in naval strategy toward the littorals. The book's introduction by Vice Admiral Cerbrowski, president of the Naval War College, makes clear that the study of tactics is "the soul of our profession."

T h e Naval Officer's G u i d e

VADM William P. Mack '37, USN (Ret.), CAPT Harry A. Seymour '65, USN (Ret.), CDR LesaA. McComas, USN ij^J^mi^ Originally published in 1943, The Naval Officer's ^I^^^SP Guide has changed as the fleet has changed, yet has maintained the continuity of custom and tradition that binds generations of sailors. The Naval Officer's Guide is "a collection of information and advice for officers in the U.S. Navy, intended to serve primarily as a resource from their preparation for cormnissioning through their years as junior officers." In its 11th edition since 1943, Admiral Mack, Captain Seymour, and Commander McComas have kept 77ie Naval Officer's Guide on course.

Books Reviewed in Shipmate since July-August 1999 September 1999 Honor Bound Stuart I Rochester and Frederick Kiley.Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 1999.

October 1999 John McCain: An American Odyssey Robert Timberg '64. New York: Thouchstone Books, 1999.

203 pp. Bibliography. Index. Photos. $ 13.00.

January-Febraary Faith of My Fathers John S. McCain '58. New York: Random House, 1999.349 pp.

Photos. $25.00.

March W a t c h Officer's Guide Updated by CAPT James Stavridis '76, USN. Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 2000.295 pp.

Appendix. Illustrations.

First published in 1911, the 14th edition of the Watch Officer's Guide, updated by Captain James Stavridis '76, officers sound counsel to officers in the information age, while remaining firmly anchored to the bedrock customs and traditions that have served our Navy and nation for almost 225 years. This is a must for the professional library of any naval officer.

Fleet Tactics and Coastal C o m b a t CAPT Wayne R Hughes Jr '52, USN (Ret.).

Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 2000.

347 pp.Appendix. Bibliography. Index. Illustration.

Tables.

A tactical analysis instmctor at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, Captain Hughes 34

The Advisor Carl Nelson '56. Padukah, KY: Turner Publishing Co., 1999.

232 pp.

April Admiral Dan Gallery: The Life and W i t of a Navy Original C. Herbert Gilliland and Roberk Shenk. Annapolis, MD: Naval Institute Press, 1999.334 pp.

Editor's note: At Shipmate, we consider reviewing books by alumni, about alumni, or about the Naval Academy. In addition, we try to learn who our alumni authors are and we are developing an alumni author's database. If you have written a book that meets our review criteria, please forward a review copy to Shipmate. Unfortunately, space and time constraints do not allow all books to be reviewed, but we will consider each volume we receive.

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he Naval Academy Alumni Association announces the expansion of the Service Academy Career Con ference (SACC) program in 2001 to encompass three SACCs each calendar year. From the initial single SACC in Pentagon City in 1994 the program has grown to two annual SACCs through 2000. The signature SACC has remained Pentagon City in the late spring, while other sites have been San Diego and Dallas in the fall.

The new line-up of SACCs will begin with the initial Seattle, Washington SACC on 28-30 September 2000. The Westin Hotel in downtown Seattle will provide the top-flight facilities both candidates and recruiting companies have come to expect. Bringing SACC to Seattle will provide better transition service access to our Service Academy alumni members

in the northwestern "lower 48" states, Alaska, the Far East and the Pacific Rim regions. Those who have made the decision to leave active duty, from a minimum of obligated service to full military careers, will have the opportunity to meet the recruiting staffs of many quality regional, national and intemational companies and firms wishing to recruit service academy alumni.

Beginning in 2001 the SACC rotation will be Dallas, Texas on 8-10 February, Pentagon City on 3-5 May and then Seattle in September. The three SACC cycle, in addition to serving all parts of the country, will allow our alumni to better tailor their civilian employment searches to their actual release from active duty or retirement dates. Watch for current SACC information on the Association's Web page, www.usna.com, and in Shipmate.

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ABRD Service Academy Business P\ • 2000 SABRD $35.00 + $6.95 S&.H • 1999 Register $30.00 + $6.95 S&.H • 1999 Register Historical Reference Supplement (Classes 1845-1919) $10.00

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OCTOBER

%0 The championship round on Friday, 20 October 2000 will be open only to Alumni with established USG A handicaps.

The format is individual stroke play, with a shotgun start at 9:00. The Seniors Flight competition will be included in this event again. Players will compete in flights according to handicap. Limit is 120 players. %F Those participating in the Championship round or Seniors Flight are requested to submit photocopies of their USGA Handicap cards with their payment to facilitate tournament administration. Players are encouraged to work with a local Golf course to establish their handicap.This has been working well and really does help in tournament preparation. Thanks for your cooperation!

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fll^ The Senior golfers flight was a huge success and we will continue with this option. Players may choose to compete in the National Tournament as before, or to compete in the Seniors Flight. Play from the Gold tees, with your Gold tee handicap. You must be at least 70 years old, have a USGA Handicap, and elect to be assigned to that flight.You can still play with the foursome of your choosing. %^ Reservations will be accepted in the order in which PAID applications with Xerox copies of USGA Handicap cards are received. Properly completed applications will be given priority and confirmation notices will be sent. Please make your plans early! Cutoff for entry will be 2 October 2000.

FORMAT SCRAMBLE T H U R S D A Y

Tee times 10:00-12:00.

No Handicap required.

Limit: 64 Paid Alumni.

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far Classes and Class groups will be automatically grouped toShotgun start at 9:00. | p No USGA Handicap? We have the No Handicap gether, unless the foursome, individual or class, specifically reOpen only to Alumni Scramble on Thursday, 19 October. The scramble will be open quests otherwise. Please mark your applications accordingly. to all USNA Alumni, and spouses, who desire to play (no other with Established USGA guests!). Tee times are from 10:00-12:00,Thursday, 19 Octo- ^ l ' Refreshments available both days.and prizes will be awarded Handicaps. ber with a limit of 64 players.We v/ill award prizes once more at 2:00 Friday. this yean Please do not load up a foursome to sandbag these prizes so that we can continue to pair foursomes on request Individual stroke play by flights limited to

PLEASE N O T E All players must register at the golf course at least 30 minutes prior t o scheduled starting time.

Your $75 fee includes: a seat on a cart, 18 holes of golf, mementos, refreshments, an award ceremony (2:00 Friday), and a donation t o the Navy Golf Team.

Entry fees are non-refundable (includes inclement weather).They will be used t o help defray tournament expenses with the remainder going t o the Navy GolfTeam.

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in each flight.

PROCEEDS GO TO THE NAVY GOLF TEAM!

By Major General E.D.Tripp '50, U.S. Air Force, Retired

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ur Class marked the midway point of the twentieth century as we graduated and entered the United States Armed Forces. We were the first post-World War II Class to enter the Naval Academy and over a third of our number had seen prior service; a few were already commissioned officers, one wearing the wings of a naval aviator.

When we entered the Academy in 1946, the Navy was still in the process of downsizing from 6,768 ships at the height of World War II, to a low of 634 by the time we graduated. The Marine Corps was experiencing retrenchment and searching for modemization options to improve upon the lessons that amphibious warfare had taught. The U.S. Air Force, transitioning into a separate service and requiring some much needed regular officers from both Annapolis and West Point, would absorb one quarter of our Class upon graduation.

During our Plebe Summer a series of nuclear tests were conducted at Bikini Atoll in the Pacific Ocean to assess the extent of damage which could be expected to ships and other military hardware from an atomic bomb.

The photographs of the resulting mushroomshaped cloud over the atoll were the source of the design for our Class Crest depicting a globe cradled on the cloud symbolizing the world's entrance into the nuclear age. It would be a prophetic symbol of and preamble to the nearly half-century of the Cold War that was to follow.

Upon graduation on 2 June 1950 we saw a world that we thought was at relative peace.

However, the Korean War that erupted just three weeks later was to absorb the talents of many and cost the lives of some as it escalated into the protracted, indecisive struggle that it eventually became.

Our academic curriculum from 1946 to 1950 was dominated by seamanship, steam, ordnance and gunnery and "juice" (electrical engineering). Navigation was by sextant rather than blessed by today's Global Positioning System. Nuclear propulsion and gas turbines were off in the future to be learned both by post-graduate education and on-thejob experience. Ordnance was still delivered principally by 16-inch naval guns, torpedo tubes, mainly prop-driven aircraft, field artillery, and individual infantry weapons.

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Ballistic missiles, both strategic and tactical, were in their infancy. Satellites and spacetracking radar were a couple of decades away.

Our aviation orientation, education, and memories were built largely upon the N3N seaplane ride over the Chesapeake where the experience either motivated or terrified. Summer cruises had much the same effect with invigorating port visits in Europe interspersed with enervating hours at sea.

The 915 of us that walked through the gates of the Academy grounds in 1946 and took the oath of office as Midshipmen, produced the 691 that graduated. Two-thirds of that number were the 461 commissioned in the Navy.

Another seven percent were the 48 entering the Marine Corps. The Air Force contingent of 25 percent comprised 172 Classmates.

There were four graduates from allied countries who retumed to their nation's navies, where they achieved high rank. Six of our number graduated, but were not commissioned. Those 224 who did not complete the course are Classmates whose associations we still enjoy. But the story of the Class of 1950 would be sterile if looked at only through its numbers. The real picture is seen by looking at the contributions made by its members in the ensuing years in their chosen fields.

GRADUATES Navy Marine Corps Air Force Allied Navy Not commissioned TOTAL

No. 461 48 172 4 6

% 66.7% 6.9% 24.9% 0.6% 0.9%

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Ours was a Class with an impressive future. The Navy membership produced three admirals, six vice admirals, and 12 rear admirals. Captains numbered 134; 94 commanders; 57 lieutenant commanders; 86 lieutenants; 54 lieutenants j.g.; and seven ensigns.

Among the four-star admirals were two commanders-in-chief of unified and NATO commands, one of whom previously was the Vice Chief of Naval Operations. Another commanded the Pacific Fleet. Other senior members held numerous important positions in fleet commands, aviation, submarines, research and development, acquisition, and high-level Pentagon staff assignments including the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

NAVY Admiral Vice Admiral Rear Admiral (upper and lower) Captain Commander Lt. Commander LT LTJG Ensign Rank Not Listed TOTAL

No. 3 6 12

% 0.7% 1.3% 2.6%

134 94 57 86 54 7 8 461

29.1% 20.4% 12.4% 11.7% 11.7% 1.5% 1.7%

Among those commissioned in the Navy, unrestricted line and surface warfare officers were the greatest in number Nearly one-third were aviators and 60 submariners filled our ranks. Supply, engineering duty, civil engineering, and intelligence specialties absorbed over sixty, and one became a chaplain.

Surface warfare officers witnessed a Navy progressively aging with its World War II ships gradually replaced by more modem vessels equipped with new propulsion systems, enhanced anti-surface warfare and anti-air capabilities.

Our submariners spent their early years in diesel boats that progressively gave way to nuclear propulsion and new designs with vastly improved capabilities.

Nuclear submarine progress carried its risks and we were deeply saddened by the loss of three of our Classmates aboard THRESHER in 1963.

Aviators, including test pilots, did their early missions from the decks of MIDWAY, ESSEX, and light and escort carrier classes remaining after the war. Newer carriers of the FORRESTAL class arrived a decade after graduation and heralded a capability to exploit high performance jet aircraft. Aviation also had its hazards and we lost 16 U.S. Navy Classmates in aircraft operations during our active duty years.

Those serving in other essential career fields such as engineering duty, supply and civil engineering corps, contributed to the new technologies and efficiencies that improved materiel accountability demanded and that data automation brought forth.

Keeping up with technology in all fields required post-graduate education in weapons and new propulsion systems, command and control, and business management skills.

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Military awards came to Navy Classmates in all categories ranging from Distinguished Service Medals, Silver and Bronze Stars, the Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Crosses and to scores of commendation medals and unit citations. An early recognition came to one of our number by the award of a Rhodes ScholcU'ship upon graduation.

The 48 Classmates welcomed by the United States Marine Corps produced two lieutenant generals, two major generals and 15 colonels, the highest percentage of those top ranks of any of the services. There were nine lieutenant colonels, five majors, and ten captains. Retention among the Corps graduates was the highest of any service.

MARINE CORPS No. % Lt. General 2 4% Maj. General 2 4% Brig. General 0 0% Colonel 15 31% Lt. Colonel 9 19^^ Major 5 1% * Captain 10 21% 1st Lt. 0 0% 2stLt 0 0% Rank Not Listed 5 10% TOTAL 48 The dominant career fields were infantry and artillery, in keeping with the Marine Corps tradition of emphasis on the ground combat arms. There were two Mcuine aviators who were most definitely in a combat arm. Our Marine Classmates were soon fighting ashore in Korea. They eamed the highest percentage of Silver Stars and nearly one out of every three received the Purple Heart. Despite early and intense combat in the Korean War and later in the Vietnam War, no Marine warfare deaths occurred nor were there any aviation-related losses. One prisoner of war in the Korean conflict was an officer evaluating enemy anti-aircraft effectiveness from an observation aircraft that was shot down.

He was the only POW in our Class.

Postgraduate education included many of the one-year senior level military institutional courses, graduate education in various civilian universities and for several, the three-year ordnance engineering course at the Naval Postgraduate School.

The senior leaders held numerous command and staff positions. At one time, two infantry divisions and one air wing, exactly half of the combat arms of the Corps, were commanded simultaneously by Classmates.

The senior officers also held influential positions at Headquarters USMC, command of a Fleet Marine Force, and a high-level aviation assignment. One colonel on active duty and later as a senior executive service civil-

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ian did valuable work at USMC headquarters and was honored posthumously by having a major center at Quantico named for him.

The 172 U.S. Air Force members of our Class were selected from each of the academic thirds of the graduating Class. All who were physically qualified for aviation duty were required to enter pilot training. Like their Navy and Marine Corps Classmates, they soon found themselves flying combat in Korea. Many others chose the critical, non-rated job specialties that the Air Force greatly needed and they made major contributions in scientific and engineering specialties. Postgraduate education was encouraged and was widely available. USAF Classmates enjoyed the highest percentages of master's and doctorate degrees earned during their active duty years.

Five rose to the rank of major general and two became brigadier generals. There were 38 colonels; 37 lieutenant colonels; eight majors; 35 captains and 47 lieutenants. The Class produced 70 pilots and 26 navigatorbombardiers or aircraft observers and 76 who served in demanding non-rated specialties.

Pilot training accidents and combat operations claimed 14 Air Force Classmates; the highest percentage lost by any service. Our USAF officers led in the number of Distinguished Flying Crosses awarded in relation to their total number of aviators. Distinguished Service Medals and the Legion of Merit came to many for achievements.

AIR FORCE No. % Maj General 5 3% Brig General 2 1% Colonel 38 22% Lt. Colonel 37 22% Major 8 5% Captain 35 20% 1st It. 41 24% 2nd It. 6 3% TCTTAL 172 The senior members of the Air Force graduates held key positions including command of the USAF Flight Test Center, the Rocket Propulsion Laboratory, as well as influential assignments in the Pentagon in research and development, space systems, planning and force structure, intelligence and logistics.

Several served the Joint Chiefs of Staff One was honored with the CIA StJU" for Valor for work in the A-12 SR-71 Blackbird program and another directed combat search and rescue operations during the Vietnam War Many became professors at the USAF Academy during its formative years. A principal influence of several members of the Class was in the vanguard of ballistic missile and space systems research and development

that contributed immeasurably to the nation's security.

GRADUATES DECEASED No. % 118 25.6% Navy Marine Corps 12 25.0% 55 32.0% Air Force 2 50.0% Allied Navy Not commissioned 1 16.7% 188 27.2% TOTAL NONGRADUATES* 224 NONGRADUATES DECEASED** 19 8.5% TOTAL CLASS DECEASED** 208 22.7% GRADUATES STILL LIVING No. 343 Navy Marine Corps 36 Air Force 117 2 AlUed Not Commissioned 5 503 TOTAL GRAND TOTAL ALL MIDSfflPMEN 915 *Defined as those who took the oath of office as Midshipmen but left for all causes before graduation. **^Non-graduate deceased totals incomplete.

Many of our Class who left the services early were successful professionals in civilian life by applying their Academy education and training to good advantage that reinforced the military they had left. One became chairman and CEO of a Fortune 500 company.

Another became a nationally respected attorney. Careers in the military-industrial complex were common. Many chose professions as educators, bankers, philanthropists, lawyers, doctors, ministers, judges, historians, civic leaders and one served in the United States Congress.

As a Class, we upheld the USNA tradition of providing senior leadership for the services we entered. During the past half-century, we were privileged to witness the greatest period of growth in our nation's 200-year history.

Members of our Class saw service in World War n, served honorably during Korea, Vietnam and in the frequent crisis actions of the Cold War. Nine graduates were killed in aircraft operations during the Korean War and two during Vietnam, a total of six Navy and five Air Force. Another U.S. Navy Classmate died in a Korean fire control team operation.

The high number of our Distinguished Service Medals and Presidential Unit Citations reflected America's diversified wide-ranging

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global commitments in both crisis management and combat operations. We were proud to do our part in contributing directly to the national security that is the underpinning of the country's economic, military and political superpower status that we enjoy today.

Time has taken its predictable toll on our membership. As we arrive at our 50th anniversary we do so with ranks thinned by the loss of over one-quarter of our graduates. We honor them in silence and in our 50th Reunion Memorial Service as we renew old friend-

ships among the living. We regret that a few of our number remain unaccounted for in spite of our best efforts to locate them.

The new millennium offers great opportunities and problems both seen and yet unseen.

We wish the USNA Class of 2000, our 50year under-Class, Godspeed as it leaves the Academy to face them. Their education, perseverance, and youthful enthusiasm will be welcome and very much needed in a still troubled world.

Class of 1950

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Finally, we celebrate our five decades following graduation with the hope that the national investment in the United States Naval Academy has been repaid in some measure by the sacrifices, professionalism and dedication of the Class of 1950. We are not done yet and have still more to offer, limited only by our remaining abilities to serve our country and the opportunity to support that Alma Mater by the Bay that has given us so much.<t

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Presents Special Gift to C l a S S OT 2 0 0 0

By Anne Sharpe USNA AA Communications

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he sun smiled on the Class of 2000 as 935 midshipmen marched onto the field at Navy-Marine Corps stadium Wednesday, 24 May 2000, to receive their diplomas.

This graduation marked the 150th graduation ceremony. In attendance were family members, friends and sponsors of the graduating class along with the rest of the Brigade of Midshipmen. In traditional fashion, the Blue Angels in six Navy F/A-18 Hornets from Pensacola, FL, kicked off the ceremony with their thunderous "flyover."

For the Class of 2000, this meant a completion of four intense years; for the families and friends—a proud honor and relief; and, for the Class of 1950, it meant two things—their 50-year anniversary of when they walked across the stage to get their diplomas and an opportunity to congratulate the Class of 2000 personally.

Four distinguished representatives from the class of 1950 presented a set of gold ensign or second lieutenant bars to each graduate after he or she received a diploma. The gold bars are inscribed on the back with the class years that span a half century, "50-00." A card was included with each set containing a special message.

DUHng GrOdUOtlOn CeremOny eral Fleet Marine Force Pacific; and Major General Daryle E. Tripp, USAF, former Commander Rescue Forces Vietnam. These officers distinguished themselves in both war and peacetime operations and went on to rewarding civilian careers.

Their presentation to the Class of 2000 was an opportunity to forge a 50-year bond between the two classes and remind the Class of 2000 that they would carry the proud traditions of the naval service forward into the new millennium. For Lieutenant Colonel Carl Fairbank '50, USAF, there was a special connection.

He flew in from Destin, FL, not only to watch his grandson, Charles D. Fairbank '00, get his diploma, but also to personally present him with his first set of gold bars.

According to General Tripp '50, the Class historian, "The new millennium offers great opportunities and problems both seen and as yet unseen. We wish the USNA Class of 2000, our 50-year underclass. Godspeed as it leaves the Academy to face them. Their education, perseverance and youthful enthusiasm will be welcome and very much needed."

Naval Academy Superintendent, Vice Admiral John R. Ryan '67, praised this initiative, saying, "This gift will be symbolic of the 50-year bond between the two Classes and The idea to present the gold bars originated provide lasting value to each new officer as last fall when the Alumni Association they enter the Fleet and Fleet Marine Force." approached the Class president. Rear General Henry H. Shelton, U.S. Army, Ex Scientia Tridens Admiral Roy Snyder, with the suggestion Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, in his Whenever Two or Three Shall Meet and Old of giving the bars as their gift. In the past, speech to the graduating class said, "Today Tales be Retold, From Low to Highest in the the Academy class from 50 years prior you stand on the shoulders of giants who preFleet We'll Pledge the Blue and Gold. presented a gift to their 50-year underclass. ceded you into greatness—soon you will beFair winds and following seas to the The gifts have varied in the past, and the come a link in that long, unbroken chain of Class of 2000 from the Class of 1950.

Association hoped the giving of ensign and service, one end firmly anchored in this place '50- '00: Another link in the chain. second lieutenant bars would become a called Annapolis and the other end, unbound, tradition for each graduating class. reaching for the greater glory of America."

The four representatives making the presentation, chosen from the These stirring words were a reflection to the classes that have class' many distinguished graduates, were Admiral Ronald J. Hays, marched through the Academy, and an inspiration to those that USN, former U.S. Commander-in-Chief Pacific; Admiral Sylvester follow; binding them togetherNL R. Foley Jr., USN, former Commander-in-Chief Pacific Fleet; Lieutenant General Charles G. Cooper, USMC, former Commanding GenPlioto by George L. Smyth

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Navy Theater Ballistic Missile Defense

By Captain George Galdorisi '70, U.S. Navy, Retired

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ne of the most noteworthy success stories in the United States defense paradigm over the past several decades has been the Navy's portion of the strategic defense "triad," the fleet ballistic-missile submarines (FBMs). Long recognized as the most survivable and most flexible portion of this triad, the Navy's FBMs have a phenomenal record of strategic deterrence, anchoring the peace and helping win the Cold War. While the Navy's fleet of FBM submarines provided the cmcial leg of the triad, some naval analysts opined that while the nation could not afford not to have the FBMs, the Navy could not afford to have them. Charged to make the system work—for all the right reasons—^the Navy dedicated enormous resources to building a fleet of FBMs and to maintaining these boats and training the professionals that manned them. For many years, this service drew a high percentage of the best and the brightest to serve on these powerful boats.

This money, material and personnel drain often left the remainder of the Navy less than optimally resourced.

A parallel situation may be looming on the horizon. Faced with concerted efforts by a number of overtly or potentially hostile nations to acquire ballistic missiles with biological, chemical, or nuclear payloads, the United States has placed a premium on fielding a defense against the threat of ballistic missile attack by any one of a number of rogue nations. Although due consideration must be given to extant intemational accords such as the ABM treaty, national security requirements dictate a full-court press for an adequate defense.

The National Missile Defense Act of 1999, signed just one year ago this month, articulates the urgency of this situation: "It is the policy of the United States to deploy as soon as is technologically possible, an effective National Missile Defense system capable of defending the territory of the United States against limited ballistic missile attack (whether accidental, unauthorized, or deliberate) with funding subject to the annual authorization of appropriations and the aimual appropriations of funds for National Missile Defense."

Just two months ago, the Associated Press reported that President Clinton had declared his desire to proceed with National Missile Defense regardless of whether or not Russia can be persuaded to amend the 1972 ABM Treaty. Such a clear commitment by the President underscores the urgency of the nation's need for an effective ballistic missile defense.

Over the past decade, numerous studies have been conducted to determine the best mix of assets to provide a viable national missile defense. While various commentators favor different approaches, most favor a multi-tiered land, sea and space-based defense and the strong preponderance of informed opinion favors the Navy portion of this multi-tiered approach as the element that ought to be pursued most vigorously.

The Navy is moving out smartly to test and field Navy Theater Ballistic Missile Defense (TBMD). This system can be fielded relatively quickly by upgrading TicoNDEROGA-class Aegis cruisers to field the sensors and weapons that can counter the ballistic missile threat.

Unclassified Navy studies have determined that, depending on what percentage of the ballistic-missile threat must be covered by Navy Shipmate, July-August 2000

assets—and how quickly upgraded standard missiles are fielded—it could take as many as 24 Aegis cmisers to provide complete defense against the ballistic missile threat.

The Navy can do the job—but dedicating most of the current fleet of Aegis cruisers to this mission would have a profound impact on the operational Navy. These cruisers are key battle group assets and it is not at all clear how battle groups and amphibious ready groups could be "repackaged" if these Aegis cruisers were no longer part of these groups. This should not cause the Navy to delay modification of these craisers to meet the threat, but it does make it necessary to address the issue of what platforms will "take up the slack" if a large number of Aegis cruisers are deployed to semi-fixed locations to provide TBMD. In an era of static defense budgets—and with essentially fixed divisions of this budget among the military services—it is not at all clear that this crucial issue is being addressed in the upper tiers of the executive branch or in the Congress. The nation needs a robust ballistic missile defense, and the Navy is poised to provide a crucial portion of it. It is clearly the responsibility of the nation not to make this a case of "something the nation can't afford to do without, but that the Navy can't afford."

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hat's what my father, Alfred "Rosie" Garvin '42, asked me, when I tried to hit him up for a loan in 1976.1 had just graduated from Columbia University with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and joined the ranks of the unemployed. I had always longed to return to England, where Rosie had been stationed CinCUSNavEur, London, in my impressionable youth, during the "swinging sixties." Now I had a job offer in England, but no work visa, and no job in New York City to pay the rent or my suddenly-due student loans, while I waited for the British bureaucrats to rule on my case.

After spending the Korean War on the torpedoed WALKE and the tin-can VAMMEN, Rosie had landed a glamorous (at least to my sister and me) gig as head recraiting officer for Lower Manhattan—part Madison Avenue hardsell, part Broadway glitz. Twenty years on, to humor him, I hopped a downtown "N" train to Wall Street and presented my credentials to the petty officer at the front desk, who was about as thrilled with them as everyone else in Manhattan. "We'll kick it over to Long Island," he said, "but don't hold your breath."

Two weeks later I got the first of many phone calls from Commander Bob McCullah, my Navy recruiter and later detailer, with an offer I could not refuse.

For the last three years of the "boring fifties," Rosie had been stationed at the Naval Academy. He headed what had been the Seamo Department, which he transformed into the Command Department, by adding the Academy's first course in psychology. He used to say that it was no use teaching midshipmen how to handle a naval vessel without teaching them how to handle a naval crew. He brought a civilian professor. Dr. Greg Mann, to Luce Hall to teach the "head candling" course.

By the "post-Vietnam-all-volunteer seventies," the armed forces had begun to face demographic and political reality, and the service academies were, with grave misgivings, going to admit women students. To ease the transition at Annapolis, the Navy was looking for a

youngish woman with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. They wanted someone who was willing to put on a uniform and teach in the Leadership and Law Department. They wanted somebody who already knew the ropes and wouldn't ask awkward questions like, "What does chopping down the corridors of Bancroft in a Monty Python Silly Walk have to do with maintaining Sea Power?" I understood. I had been bom to it.

My parents had met on a knockabout in the Severn, which Rosie (having fallen asleep in the barber's chair and arisen scalped and unlovely) had agreed to crew for a classmate and his drag, Myma, who promptly fell overboard. Rosie's gallantry in jumping in after her astonished everyone, since he was a perpetual member of the sub squad for (not) swimming; and, having survived, they jettisoned the guy who stayed dry, fell in love and were married in the Naval Academy Chapel during World War II. Although in 1976 Leadership and Law and Seamo (together known as Professional Development) were temporarily housed in Isherwood Hall, the following academic year Garvin family history came full circle when we moved back into the refurbished Luce Hall. Even Professor Greg Mann was still on the faculty, full of stories beginning, "When your Dad was in charge...." In addition to teaching "head candling," and actually doing the odd bit of head candling on the odd midshipman or two, my duties included serving on the admissions board for the Classes of '81 through '84—not to select the women candidates, but to detect the "squirrely" candidates and "give them the hook." (If you're reading this and you're from that era, you are certifiably sane, no matter what your friends say.)

I felt the most out-of-my-depth when I periodically had to pull on the armband of the AOOW and prowl the corridors of Mother B, to the echoing cries of, "Sail ho!" A lifetime of vicarious naval protocol and three weeks of, "salute school" at Bethesda hardly qualified me to stand inspection by assorted helo'd-in Washington bigwigs (including a nostalgic President Carter), much less to hold

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inspections myself. More than once I was savaged in The Log for something silly I said or did on watch. (I told anyone who would listen, "Hey, my dad was Salty Sam, too. Doesn't nepotism count for anything around here?")

On the other hand, as a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, I felt on more solid ground as co-director (along with Dr. Barry Talley) of three Masqueraders musicals, including the first production at the Naval Academy to feature the performances of women midshipmen, "The Boyfriend." Though far outshone by later productions of "How to Succeed" and "Damn Yankees," that first effort did more to improve the image of women midshipmen within the Brigade than all the policy meetings and sensitivity training seminars held that first year. Out of uniform and decked out in flapper costumes and stage make-up, these all-singing, all-dancing, erstwhile women midshipmen looked remarkably similar to the college girls in the audience, and lost some of their alien aura.

When the Class of '80 graduated, my detailer McCullah made me another offer I couldn't refuse: to return to Newport, R I, where Rosie had been stationed with the destroyer WADLEIGH after Manhattan and before Annapolis. "Throw me in that brierpatch!" I shouted, as I drove up 1-95 in July, to the cool sophistication of an apartment in the old Firestone mansion and a job on the psych ward at the Naval Hospital. During that tour, I met my husband, and evenmally we left active duty to pursue other professional opportunities and raise oiu- family. We remained in the Naval Reserve in a nondrilling status, but evenmally—and regretfully—left the Reserve too. I missed the Navy terribly.

Then, two years ago, a friend's daughter expressed an interest in attending the Naval Academy. She asked if I could talk to the young woman about my time there. I remembered from my years on the Admissions Board that we used to rely heavily on the outreach programs and recommendations of the Blue & Gold Officers in the field, and decided to apply to become one for the Detroit area. The first year I played a fairly minor role, shepherding a few young women through the admissions process and writing up my interview impressions. But last summer I applied for the official summer training back at the Academy—and a life-changing five days it proved to be. Like throwing coins at Tecumseh, I threw myself into my Blue & Gold duties—which were considerable, since I had been assigned 13 schools to circuit-ride, along with three candidates and four college fairs.

I recently accepted a position as a clinical psychologist at the Naval Academy. My life has come full circle. As I moved to the Academy with Rosie when I was a young girl, so my daughters follow me as my career brings me to back to Annapolis. One daughter is full of optimism about the move and the other is full of anxiety. I remember both feelings at their ages, but by then I was already a veteran of twelve moves. As my former recruiter and detailer McCullah said just last week, "The Navy is in our blood. We can't escape it." I still have a hardsell job to do with my girls about this major upheaval in their lives, but I'm equal to it. They're looking at a Navy recruiter.<t P. Garvin Held, recently relocated to the Annapolis area with her husband, two daughters, two cats and a huge Hanoverian Hunter Jumper named Owen.

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Board of Trustees MEETING

NOTE: The spring Board of Trustees Meeting, held on 12 May 2000, occurred after the June Shipmate v\/ent to press. The July-August issue is the first opportunity to publish the results. This is a very brief overview of the May meeting. If you would like a copy of the more detailed draft of the minutes (which will be voted upon at the December 2000 meeting), please contact Cam Bosworth at 410-263-4448, Ext. 110 or cam.bosworth@usna.com.

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George Watt (fourth from left) meets with: 1 to r: Peter Glasier, Dick Hayes, Paul Hurst, Neil Sapp, Leighton Smith, Dr. William C. Miller (Academic Dean and Provost), Joe Gamboa, and Steve Chadwick

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he Chairman of the Board, Admiral Leighton W. Smith Jr.'62, USN (Ret.), convened the board and after administrative remarks, he recognized Rear Admiral Ronald F. Marryott's '57 service as President of the Alumni Association and the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation (see June Shipmate).

He also welcomed the incoming President, Captain George P. Watt Jr '73, USNR (Ret.). The chairman then called on Committee chairs to make their reports.

Finance Committee

Nominating Committee (Captain Roger Onorati '61) Results of election were: • Chairman of the Board Admiral Leighton W. Smith Jr '62, USN (Ret.) • Eastern Region Trustee Captain D. Mase Wells '47, USN (Ret.) • Central Region Trustee Captain Neil Block, '61 CEC, USNR (Ret.) This was approved by the Board without further discussion.

(Mr. Corbin McNeill '62)

• Unrestricted net assets at the end of 1999 were $7,354,000.

Total net assets were $39,865,000.

• Unrestricted net assets at the end of 1998 were $5,100,000.

Total net assets were $31,974,000.

• Last year's portfolio performance (Hirtle, Callaghan & Co.) was an increase of 17.53% versus the "blended benchmark" of 14.57%.

House Committee (Captain Al Davey '67)

Captain Davey reported that while the facilities are old, they are in good shape.

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Bylaws Committee

Executive Committee

(Vice Admiral Ed Martin '54)

(Admiral Leighton W. Smith Jr '62)

The Bylaws Corrunittee had approximately five changes to the bylaws for consideration. The Bylaws Committee will promulgate these changes separately so that they can be voted upon at the December 2000 meeting.

Admiral Smith discussed issues reviewed by the Executive Committee since the last meeting: • Assisting the Navy League of the United States in their membership drive.

• Pledging $1,000,000 to the Glenn Warner soccer facility (subsequently approved by the Board).

• Midshipmen membership in local chapters.

• A study is being conducted to review an opportunity to establish a retirement community for USNA alumni in the Annapolis area— this is not ready to be brought before the Board.

• There is some discussion about a leadership institute licensing approval—this also is not yet ready for full Board discussion.

Membership Committee (Vice Admiral Ed Martin '54)

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The following were approved for Associate Membership: Professor James C. Abbott Dr. Ronald Osbrooks Mr. Robert Jake Gester The Honorable Charles L. Cragin in.

Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs Mr. James E. Muma Lieutenant Commander Duncan O'Mara, USN Mr. and Mrs. James Sloan Captain Richard Zolman, USN (Ret.)

Strategy and Planning Committee (Captain Roger Onorati '61) Captain Onorati reported that: • The staff was making good progress on those programs from the three year operating plan, and • The Operating and Procedures Manual was being updated to reflect the new bylaws.

A d Hoc Admissions Committee (Rear Admiral Brad Mooney '53)

Rear Adminral Mooney described the report as a plan of actions with milestones, produced jointly with the Admissions staff.

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The chairman asked Vice Admiral Charles Griffiths '46 to provide an overview of the Class President's Meeting, which occurred 7 April: • 60 of potentially 70 classes were represented.

• Received several presentations from the Alumni Association and Foundation.

• Received State of USNA from the Superintendent.

• Decided upon the next three trustees: Rear Admiral Roy Snyder '50 Commander Steve Young '84 Lieutenant Scott Hottenstein '92

Captain John Haynes '55 gave an update on issues discussed at the 11 May Chapter Presidents' Meeting, attended by approximately 50 alumni: • Staff updates were provided covering Chapter support, communications, USNA Foundation, Army-Navy 2000 in Baltimore.

• Discussion led by the San Diego/Coronado Chapter on communications.

• Discussion by the Miami Chapter on their Anchor's Away program—similar to West Point's Founder's Day. • The RV Chapter has approximately 75 alumni.

• Greater involvement in the Blue & Gold program.

• Governance and Chapter representation.

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eil Block '61 gave an overview of the single slate candidate (Chairman) process, after which the chairman opened the floor for further discussion. Andy Wehrle '72, was recognized, read a statement regarding his views, and asked that this be entered into the record. The discussion continued until a break was taken to prepare for the Superintendent's address to the board.

After the Superintendent's review of the state of USNA, he fielded questions, and the board recessed for lunch.

During lunch The Honorable Bernie Maguire '64 gave an overview of his report on ethics at the Naval Academy. The full report will be in the record and also appears in this issue of Shipmate (See p. 8).

govemance issues, which may be of concern including Executive Committee makeup.

After a motion was made and accepted to adjourn, the chairman convened the new board. Bob Stevenson '60 was asked to meet with other Chapter Trustees to determine chapter representation on the Executive Committee.

The chairman set the date for the next board meeting for 1 December 2000, and the meeting was adjoumed.^L

After lunch, the chairman opened the floor to discuss the single slate candidacy issue again, and asked that Neil Block '61 and the Govemance Study Committee look at the entire issue again, to include any other

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Athletic and Scholarship PROGRAMS By: Captain J.William Flight '56, U.S. Navy (Retired)

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ith the recent, 1 January 2000, amalgamation of the "old" Naval Academy Foundation with the Endowment Trust, there remains some confusion among alumni as to how the functions of the two original organizations are now being performed.

The new letterhead of the United States Naval Academy Foundation, Inc. aptly describes the two entities with the monikers: "Development Programs" and "Athletic and Scholarship Programs."

The former, of course, continues to be extremely effective in conducting the fund-raising campaigns for any number of critical requirements like the soon-to-be-constructed Glen Warner Soccer Complex, and the expansion of the Robert Crown Sailing Center Through their efforts, substantial sums have been raised over the last three years, in particular: 1997—$ 10.9M

1998—$ I I .3M

1999—$ 18M

The Athletic and Scholarship Programs side of the house will continue to administer its scholarship program, as the civilian counterpart of the Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS) in Newport, Rhode Island. Eighty candidates for the Naval Academy are typically sponsored for one year of post high school education in twentyfour quality preparatory schools or three military junior colleges.

The Naval Academy's admission board is the boss in the selection process (of candidates) since a positive recommendation by that board is a necessary element. The pool of names provided by the admissions board typically numbers about 650 which, in turn, must be narrowed down to the target figure of 80 finalists whom we may sponsor in our program each year. That competition ensures that our sponsorees are high quality people who will demonstrate their motivation by pursuing a second year of candidacy.

The tuition, room, and board (TRB) costs at most of our affiliated prep schools can run from 24-27 thousand dollars for that one year, and those numbers can produce some serious "sticker shock" for most of the families involved. The parents are asked to provide as much of the TRB as their financial situation will allow, after which the Foundation and the school will typically split the remaining amount.

Over the last few years, the Foundation's annual share has totaled about $235,000 which breaks down to an average of $3,000 per student. Some families can foot the whole bill, but for families at the lower end of the spectrum, the Foundation alone has paid up to $ 12,000 for a single sponsoree. That is, fortunately, an uncommon occurrence.

The bottom line of the preparatory program is that it produces a highly motivated midshipman who will stay on course at USNA and graduate at an 8% higher rate than the class average.

The underlying theme throughout the scholarship program is the support of athletic excellence at the Naval Academy through the sponsorship of (up to) 25% of the 80 candidates as

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recruited athletes. That percentage is actually directed by the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

In the Class of 2001, which entered USNA on 1 July 1997, there were 76 Foundation sponsorees who successfully completed their year of study and received offers of appointment.

That 95% success rate, incidentally, is comparable to those of the previous ten years. Over the last 56 years, the Foundation has sponsored over 2,800 midshipmen at USNA. The financial expenditures (by the Foundation) for the scholarship program, however, are significantly less than those spent in direct support of the athletic programs at USNA and its Naval Academy Prep School (NAPS).

Some areas of support over the last couple of years have included: For NAPS —

• A new locker room facility • Annual funding of an instructor/coach • Support for varsity team travel/food budget For USNA — • Upgrade of the men's/women's locker rooms in Alumni Hall • Support of the renovation of the Tennis Center • An awards program for participants and coaches in Intramural, Club, and varsity sports For NAAA —

• Support for the annual football banquet • Support of athletic budget and recraiting • A digital video system for analysis of opposing (football) team performance in their previous games • The purchase of ten homes in Annapolis for rental to football ^ ^ coaches and their families It becomes evident from all of the above that we are providing a significant margin for excellence and we plan to condnue this support in the future.

Hopefully, these words have conveyed to alumni that there is an opportunity for "investment" in the missions of the Foundation whether that be in "Development Programs" or "Athletic and Scholarship Programs." In either case, it is appropriate, even essential, that any contributions made to any of those programs be very specifically designated (on the check or in the forwarding letter) as to your personally desired destination of the gift. Non designated gifts are utilized as unrestricted funds.<L

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any of our best and brightest military commanders will tell you that, historically most battles are won or lost in the war room. From the great battles waged by the Romans, to the epic D-day invasion of World War II, and finally the recapture of Kuwait during the Persian Gulf War, the success or failure of most campaigns can be measured by the quality of their planning.

So it goes with the Naval Academy Preparatory School, (NAPS), in Newport, RI. Since 1991, NAPS, with lots of help from their friends at the U.S. Naval Academy and the Naval Academy Foundation, has been planning the constraction of a first-rate locker room facility for use by their varsity sports athletes. After years of dreaming, planning and finally executing the plan, the locker room facility has become a reality. For the first time in NAPS' eighty-five-year history, students and coaches will be able to prepare for and debrief their contests under one roof. The new constraction project will be ready for the incoming class of new "Napsters" this summer (July 2000) and should provide a quality training facility for years to come.

The Naval Academy Foundation is the first organization to fund the design and constraction of a building for the express piupose of supporting the more than 350 students who attend NAPS annually.

The new $800,000 building is located next to building 1801 and adjacent to Nimitz Hall. It will serve as the primary locker room and storage area for football, baseball and lacrosse. The facility, which took more than a year to com-

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The Naval Academy Preparatory School is the fourth oldest school in the Navy. Informal classes began as early as 1915 and the school has had stints in San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Norfolk, VA and Bainbridge, MD before finally settling on its permanent home at Newport, RI in August of 1974. Many of the men and women who began at NAPS have made significant contributions to the United States military. Captain Lance P Sijan, USAF, NAPS Class of 1961, received the Medal of Honor for his actions as a POW in North Vietnam. Second Lieutenant Robert D. Reem, USMC, NAPS Class of 1943 received the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry at risk of his life, above and beyond the call of duty as a Platoon Commander in Company H, Third Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division. Vice Admiral Joseph Metcalf III, USN (Ret.), NAPS Class of 1942 served as Deputy Chief of Naval Operations. Vice Admiral Frank Donovan, USN (Ret.), NAPS Class of 1955, has had a prestigious award named in his honor which is awarded to a graduating Napster each year. A

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ohn Paul Jones had said that a naval officer must be "a capable mariner..a gentleman of liberal education, refined manner, punctilious courtesy and the nicest sense of personal honor."

Captain Milo F. Draemel '06, Commandant of Midshipmen, had added that "his necktie should always have a dimple in the middle."

After the captain's directive was published, a few recalcitrant midshipmen were apparently unwilling or unable to put the required dimple in the middle or in fact anywhere else in their neckties. This fact had been recorded and reported to the Commandant on a number of occasions. So what could be done to impress the importance of this proper sartorial custom?

Apparently, more midshipmen in the Second Battalion had failed to put the dimple in the middle than in the rest of the regiment. So, the whole battalion was put on report. And we all marched for an hour of "extra duty" as a consequence.

To this day, I still note whether on television or in real life the necktie has a proper dimple in the middle. And, I still check my own necktie, thanks to Captain Draemel.

Bill Patterson '43

Hail and Farewell have received several written and verbal inputs asking about the "real" reasons I stepped down as President and CEO of the Alumni Association and Foundation. Some have speculated that I have an incurable disease that prevents my continuance in office, while others assume I quit over the write-in ballot.

On the first issue, I have received three very positive physical exams and was given a clean bill of health except for my fatigue and stamina, both of which I will work on now that I am no longer on watch. In short, I am a cancer survivor who is looking forward to regaining my strength and the good quality of life that Carol and I have missed for health reasons.

On the second issue, I announced my retirement to the Chairman of the Board of Trastees in the late summer of 1999 and Shipmate ran my letter to Admiral Smith in the December 1999 issue, long before the ballots were printed.

I hope this clears up the misunderstanding on anyone's part. All of you made my tenure as President of the Alumni Association enjoyable, exciting, very busy, and a lot of fun. The time passed too quickly.

I also want to take a moment to thank everyone for the very unexpected surprise and honor they gave Carol and me with the special words and pictures in the June Shipmate. You really caught me off guard and speechless.

Carol and I appreciate the very kind words from our friends at Alumni House. The photos brought back lots of fond memories.

Most sincerely, R.F. Marryott

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Death of Captain G e o r g e Street have a wonderful tale that shows the chcu^acter of the late George Street '37. As Conmianding Officer, Navy ROTC Unit, Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the late 1980s, I was delighted to learn that Captain Street lived in the area and as a former skipper of the unit, he made himself available to address the midshipmen on occasion.

One day George had just finished a talk on leadership and asked if there were any questions. A third classman inquired, "Captain Street, did you ever encounter any situations that were not covered by established operating procedures, and if so how do you think they should be handled?"

Well, even the inexperience of the students didn't prevent them from seeing the humor in this query to a Medal of Honor winner whose exploits were probably all outside the "established procedures."

The auditorium resounded to laughter George Street maintained his dignity and that of his questioner by simply explaining, "It's the training you do before combat that enables a crew to act as a team and handle the unexpected."

I never forgot that nugget of wisdom nor that warrior whose unassuming manner belied his courage and boldness.

Bob Sherer '61

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Mail Boat Continued from page 54 displace a lot of water to be able to carry so much obvious weight. A torpedo or shell would have a hard time penetrating that] We craised down the Chesapeake towards Norfolk on that sunny afternoon and gradually accelerated to around thirty knots. The whole ship shook, but, standing on the stem, one could feel even greater vibrations there, from the four propellers below. Looking aft, I detected mud from time to time in the wake, kicked up by our swift passage. The captain hurried to clear a few shallows as the tide receded.

Docked in Norfolk that evening, the stem deck had room to spare for many of us to stretch out on and watch an outdoor movie. There was quite a large expanse of scrabbed teak wood to stand, sit or lie down on. A screen was hung from the stem crane hoist. Under the rear tunet 16-inch guns, were parked a couple of Chevrolet sedans and several motor whale boats on dollies. Another was the Admiral's well-maintained, black hulled barge. That ship was huge. It was quite an exhilarating new experience to watch a movie that first night on the BIG MO'S fantail in Norfolk, VA. There were many memorable craise and liberty events, of course, but I'll mention only two more.

But of WILLIAMSBURG, an AGC, There was a lot to see and do as a Midshipman on board MISSOURI The President's ship; the finest at sea. at sea. One assigned station of mine was below and in a very quiet, So barken Ye lads, all brave and strong, more than likely impenetrable, room that housed the mechanical diThe prophecy of the New Year's gong. als, gears and cams for pointing guns at their targets. Flag Plot might Ye shall sail the Nation's Number One Man, be what that compartment was called. Anyway, it was there that I Of this free, great, and fabulous land. happened to notice that the mechanical "computers" could only acCAPT Robert C. Peniston '47, USN (Ret.) commodate incoming target aircraft speeds of up to 600 knots for determining/directing 5-inch gun lead angles. Well! Even I knew that planes would soon be built that would fly much faster than that! So, I Sensual Memories of the MIGHTY M O eading Kendall Moll's well-written "Sensual Memories" in Ship- became motivated to study schematic drawings and come up with a mate, Jan-Feb 2000, brought to mind a few of my own first im- fix. It took me until my first year after graduation to do it.

While serving aboard a destroyer in the Pacific for a year, until repressions acquired aboard BB-63, some four years after Moll's craise in '49. The 12-inch diameter brass plaque that read "Over this spot ceiving orders automatically to flight training, I finally concluded the on 2 September 1945 the instrament of formal surrender of Japan to diagrams and written specifics for a mailing to BuShips, I think it was. the Allied Powers was signed thus bringing to a close the Second Aboard that DD, I had also found the same type of mechanical "comWorld War" was still on the 01 level, starboard side, forward, and puter" as had been aboard the MISSOURIâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and with the same speed Umistill well cared for. And so was the teak deck surrounding it. I too, tation problem! Just as I was about to drop my proposal in the mail, a ShiPalt or whatever it was called at the time arrived. Yep. You guessed helped with some polishing and holy stoning.

In June of '53, after Plebe Year, I can recall approaching and com- it. A modification had just been issued by Buships that entailed making ing alongside the MIGHTY Mo as it rode at anchor way out in Chesa- the very changes I was about to suggest. But I did not regret nor do I peake Bay, at a distance that seemed like miles from the Academy. A now regret for a moment having done what I did. motor whale boat carried me, my gear, and a few others destined to Finally, here, on the return trip from Rio, it was a clear night, we craise to Rio de Janeiro and back via Norfolk, Panama and "Gitmo." were rounding the eastem tip of South America. The moon and stars As the main deck of that battleship came into view, it seemed to rise were bright, when I chose to conquer the MIGHTY MO by climbing up higher and higher the closer we came to it. Once alongside, I looked the port side of its forward stack. There were steel ladder rungs welded up and it seemed like I was gazing up at the side of a big city sky- to the stack. As I climbed a littie and then stopped to observe what I scraper But, then, when I looked back down to find where to step on could before climbing some more, I was traly awed by it all. I could the gangway ladder, I was totally surprised, shocked, even momen- see aft and forward to the bow, looking down on the bridge and fortarily disappointed, until I realized the practical significance of what ward tunets. The ship slid gracefully through the water, gentiy pitchI saw. That smooth gray painted hull abraptiy ended where 16 inches ing and rolling. The higher I climbed, the more I felt tossed by the of black painted armor plate protraded out from the hull. Flat on top, ship's roll, however. I grasped the ladder rangs with increasing deterthe thick armor ran horizontally along the waterline and obviously mination. The bow wave illuminated the waters it disturbed creating afforded protection to the boiler and engine rooms and some other little sparkles of light. The waves flickered, like little stars, as they vital spaces below the waterline. All of that armor plate had to be broke and drifted aft and away from the ship. What a sight! The waves really heavy, I thought. And there it was, attached to the outside of sounded much like they would if they were gently rolling onto a long, the ship, and the ship was afloat! Wow! This was bigger than any- sandy beach and at a slight angle to the beach. thing I had ever been a part of before in my lifetime. This ship and As I climbed a bit higher, my immediate environment underwent the rest of the U.S. Navy that backed it up had to be one very large change. I became aware for the first time of stack gasses, boiler room organization. This battieship that I was about to climb aboard had to noises, vibrations and increasing heat. There were fans ranning be-

Deck Logs have enjoyed the Deck Log feature of the magazine, so much so that I asked the National Archives for the deck log I wrote at the start of 1952 while serving as Navigator of the Presidential Yacht, WILLIAMSBURG. Accordingly, I submit the deck log written for the 0004 watch, 1 January 1952 for your consideration.

Moored starboard, northwest to Pier Number One, With standard moorings holding the white one.

At Washington in good old D.C, At the U.S. Naval Gun Factory.

Receiving fresh water and lots of steam.

Electrical power right off the beam.

Telephone services straight from the pier.

For word from those we hold as our peer.

And those other ships who share our fate.

Or this glorious eventful date.

USS R. F. KELLER is also here.

District and yard craft moor at the pier.

Senior officer present afloat, E.S. MILLER, Captain, not of a boat.

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Mail Boat low that pulled fresh air to the boilers. I could hear and feel them ranning. I also caught a whiff now and then of some exhausted stack gases.

We were only a few degrees south of the equator and the outside air temperature even at night was already adequate, in the nineties.

So, as it became even hotter and more uncomfortable for holding on to those upper ladder rangs, it suddenly dawned on me that those rangs were getting too hot to handle. Quickly, looking down, I saw that I was a long way up (about half way to the top of the stack). Too high to jump! And straight down, where I could land, it was dark, too dark to see what I might land on if I didiump. I hadn't reached the top, but I didn't care anymore.

Instinctively, I quickly (and carefully) scrambled down. On the way, my hot little hands made me acutely aware that I had reversed course barely in the nick of time.

Thank you, Kendall Moll, for the reminder of a few introductions to the "real Navy" that you and I and many others benefited from aboard the MIGHTY M O . Wish I could do it all over again, even Plebe Year. On second thought, once was probably enough for most of us of that Plebe Year.

Gunnar S. Jenson '56

Korea Remembered

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want to congratulate you on the June 2000 issue of Shipmate. It was by far the best I have seen. All of the articles of "Korea Remembered" were outstanding, the kind that inspire and make us all

proud of the Academy and the armed services. I sincerely hope that there will in the future be many more like these.

Keep up the good work, and Beat Army!

CAPT John W. Johnston '47, USN (Ret.)

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eret Zweig, the "Navy grandmother" deserves a well done for correcting the name of the English poet who gave us a poem that immortalizes the true spirit of the sea-goer The poet was John Masefield-not Mansfield, which she had spotted in a class column.

That's the poem that starts with "I must go down to the seas again..." and ends with "And all I ask is a merry yard from a laughing fellowrover...and a sweet dream when the long trick's over."

I recall that most lines of poetry were learned in high school. However, as midshipmen, we did learn a variety of navy songs as well as those which we sang at sporting events. My favorite which I sang almost regularly to my dear wife Billye was "Nancy Lee." (I was tempted to change it to "Billye Lee," but I thought it less than chivEdrous and honest, for that matter.) Like Masefield's "Sea Fever," this sea chanty paid tribute to the Navy wife "see there she stands upon the quay and every day she'll watch for me.. .and whisper low when tempests blow for jack at sea..." Marching to this great mne rivaled that of marching to any of Souza's great pieces.

I salute you and that navy grandmother whose letter kindled the spark as well as the thought that the sea and poetry have a symbiotic bond that lives on and on.

CAPT Lefteris Lavrakas '43, Ph.D., USN (Ret.)

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All I lands Bowen Cup Returns

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avy head squash coach Craig Dawson invites Navy Alumni squash players to participate in the Bowen Cup during h o m e c o m i n g week this fall. Named after ADM Hal Bowen ' 3 3 , the Bowen Cup features a match between Navy alumni squash players against the current team. The match will be held 20 October at the Bancroft courts. D a w s o n , a 1 9 7 3 g r a d u a t e and squash and tennis player, encourages all interested parties to either email him at cdawson@gw mail.usna.edu or call him at 410-293-2240.

Photo by Phil Hoffman '73

RV Chapter Join-up in Orlando for Navy-Notre Dame

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he Naval Academy Alumni RV Chapter has reserved a camp site near the Citras Bowl for only $16/night with water and electric.

Tailgating is difficult at the Citras Bowl since they do not permit ovemight parking and there will be two games that day. Any interested Alumni, Chapter Members or not, can join us. Please make your reservations through Gerard Rowe '82 at Rowegerard@aol.com. Visit the Chapter's Web site at www.clik.to/rvnews for details.

PS. We have invited the Notre Dame alumni to join us.

Naval Historical Foundation Encourages Memoirs

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ince 1926, the Naval Historical Foundation has served to preserve and promote our naval heritage. Early Foundation efforts focused on capturing personal papers and artifacts of 18th and 19th century naval personnel.

To historians, these papers represent a valuable resource and they are cited in many outstanding works of naval history. Indeed, a few years ago, historian Robert Schneller came upon the memoir of ENS John Grattan who served during the Civil War with the North Atlantic Blockading Squadron. Impressed, Schneller arranged to have the narrative published by John Wiley and Sons and reports Under the Blue Pennant is selling well.

Due to telephone, email, facsimile, and other forms of modem communication, the types of personal records that most historians have come to treasure are no longer being created. Most Americans no longer conespond by letter and fewer still keep personal diaries.

Consequently, future historians interested in writing on the Cold War may be facing a severe challenge in obtaining sources that express personal viewpoints.

To provide source material from future generations, the Foundation has long encouraged Navy veterans to put pen to paper and write down their Navy experiences. Over the years, many personal nanatives have been submitted to the Foundation which has then offered them to the Library of Congress, the Navy Department Library, and the Naval Academy's Nimitz Library for inclusion in their collections. The quality of the contributions has varied. Most are well-written and organized. Some, like ENS Grattan's, have even been pub-

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lished. Other contributions, unfortunately, will have littie value to the historian.

Besides improving the variety of source materials for future generations of historians, a second, and perhaps more important reason to write a memoir is to provide a treasured pass-down item for children, grandchildren, and generations beyond.

To improve the quality of the personal memoir contributions, the Foundation has assisted the Naval Historical Center in posting howto guidelines on its Web site www.history.navy.mil under the Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) section. Alumni are strongly urged to access the site and consider participating in the program. If the Internet is not accessible, the Naval Historical Foundation would be happy to forward a hard copy of the guidelines.

The Foundation welcomes inquiries about its various programs to support naval history. We would also welcome your membership.

Members receive the naval history newsletter Pull Together and other benefits including discounts at the Navy Museum Store and with our historical photograph and research services. For additional information the Foundation's Web site is www.mil.org/navyhist/; email is nhfwny@msn.com; 202-678-4333.

U S N A '78 and PORTER ( D D G - 7 8 ) . . . L e a d e r s h i p

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he Class of 1978 has established a strong and lasting bond of leadership, sponsorship and friendship with the wardroom and

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(DDG-78). Even before her commissioning in March 1999 by Mrs. Jay | Johnson, wife of Chief of Naval Operations, ADM Jay Johnson, USN '78, stepped up to become the ship's "USNA sponsor," continuing a USNA tradition and creating a solid bond between the two "Great '78s."

From its participation last year at PORTER'S commissioning, the Class of '78 has been actively involved with PORTER, providing a Class gift at that ceremony and working with PORTER'S commanding officer, CDR Ken Spiro '81 (one of USNA '78s Plebes) to establish a permanent and ongoing legacy of leadership and sponsorship. During the past year, the USNA '78-DDG-'78 team partnership evolved into the USNA Class of 1978 Leadership Awards given annually to the most deserving member of the wardroom and ship's crew.

The inaugural Class of 1978 Leadership Award was presented on 22 May 2000 on board PORTER in Annapolis, MD. Anchored off Annapolis Road, PORTER being the "Ship in the Yard" for USNA Class of 2000 Commissioning Week made the ceremony even more special for 13 members of the Class of '78 and their families [CAPTs John Cohoon, Tom Crowley, Clarke Orzalli, Bob Novak, Chris Wode, Terry O'Brien, Chris Nichols, CDR Dave Brown (a PORTER descendant), Bob Schermund, Arch Griffin, Ed Reid, Hank Kuzma, Mary Novak, and Bob and Mary's daughter, Mary Evelyn.] During a ceremony and reception to recognize LTJG Bryant Trost '96, and EMI Sybil Rhodes as "PORTER' S best of the best," Ed Reid made the introductory remarks for the Class of '78, CAPT Chris Nichols presented plaques

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All Hands to the awardees and CAPT Bob Novak, Class of '78 Vice President, presented a monetary gift to each of the awardees and delivered $ 1,978 to PORTER'S M W R fund.

CDR Spiro and PORTER in kind, recognized all the Class of '78 members in attendance with a PORTER Medallion and honored Ed Reid and Arch Griffin as the first Honorary PORTER Plank Owners for their continued involvement and support with the ship and crew. This event marked the first of a planned continual involvement in the leadership development and association of DDG-78 and its crew by the Class of '78—two great teams with tremendous leaders and tradition.

Reunion of the I960 Orange Bowl Team: 40 years later

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he 1960 Orange Bowl Team will reminisce football victories over Washington, Air Force, Notre Dame and Army during their reunion the weekend of 30 September 2000, Navy-TCU game weekend.

Team participants should have received a letter by now. For further information please contact Allen Hughes, 703-414-3750.

Foundation seeks Korean W a r artifacts for Navy museum exhibit

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he Naval Historical Center's U.S. Navy Museum opened a Korean War exhibit earlier this year in the Washington Navy Yard and is seeking additional memorabilia and artifacts for display or inclusion in the Navy's collections. The Naval Historical Foundation has undertaken the task of contacting Korean War Navy veterans and their families to locate materials for these purposes. Aviation items are especially needed and examples might include pilots' equipment, knee pads, charts, survival gear, aircraft handbooks, photographs and other combat documentation.

Alan Shepard and the Astronaut Hall of Fame

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ob Williams, a lifelong close friend, onetime Academy roommate of Alan Shepard and President of the Class of 1945, was the appointed Naval Academy representative at the Astronaut Hall of Fame ceremony and provided the following story.

On 20 March 2000, the three daughters of pioneer astronaut, Alan B. Shepard Jr., unveiled a bronze heroic-size statue honoring photo courtesy of NASA the first American in space and one of twelve humans who walked on the moon. The ceremony took place at the Astronaut Hall of Fame in Titusville, FL, adjacent to the Kennedy Space Center.

Entitled "The Spirit of Space," the six-foot ten-inch statue stands atop a seven-sided pedestal, symbolic of the seven original astronauts. Imposing, the statue totally commands the Astronaut Hall of Fame Rotunda area. The bronze is striking, capturing Shepard in his MERCURY astronaut suit, space helmet tucked under his arm—in total command, his confident look, his short-cropped hair, a hint of his engaging smile, his spacesuit full of natural wrinkles. The statue symbolizes so well the courage and accomplishments of this unusual man; the ability, ingenuity and resources of our nation marshaled to ward off the then Soviet Union threat of space domination; the enduring legacy of our astronauts. So proud I was of my Annapolis friend; so proud to be an American.

The exhibit, tided "Korea 1950-1953: The Navy in the Forgotten War," is located in building 70 at the Washington Navy Yard. This historic building, site of the 1898 David Taylor Model Basin, will become the Museum's Cold War-Modem Navy Gallery when renovation is completed in early 2002. The Korean War exhibit will have a formal opening ceremony this summer, as the nation marks the 50th anniversary of the commencement of hostilities in that conflict. The exhibit includes a restored Korean War-vintage LCVP Higgins Boat— one of only a few in existence today—and focuses on the themes of gunfire support, naval aviation, amphibious operations, minesweeping, medical and logistic support.

A former Navy test pilot, Shepard was one of the original seven Mercury astronauts named by the NASA in April 1959. Shepard thrast the United States into the space race and linked himself forever to the rich history of the U.S. space program on 5 May 1961 when he made a 15 minute suborbital flight aboard his FREEDOM 7 MERCURY spacecraft. Ten years later in 1971, as commander of Apollo 14, he became the fifth American to explore the moon's surface.

The main U.S. Navy Museum, itself in adjacent building 76, is currently closed for much needed life safety upgrades and improvements, and is expected to reopen to the public in October 2000.

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Individuals interested in more information on the Korean War exhibit and how to support that effort through the donation of artifacts or fiinds should call the Naval Historical Foundation at 202678-4333 or contact the staff at nhfwny@msn.com. The Foundation staff will be pleased to answer questions or help determine whether materials held could benefit the exhibit and the Navy's Korean War artifact collection.

For more information contact David F. Winkler, 202-678-4333, nhfwny@msn.com.

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Shepard is one of 44 astronauts inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame in Timsville, FL. The Hall of Fame contains the world's largest collection of personal astronaut memorabilia from the MERCURY, GEMINI, APOLLO, SKYLAB and APOLLO-SOYUZ projects. It is well worth

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Bravo ZLLUI '46: CAPT Walter M. Schirra Jr., USN (Ret.), was inducted into the Naval Aviation Hall of Honor. '58: George R. McNulty has been named executive director of Ohio Boys Town, Inc. '59: CAPT James E. Collins, USN (Ret.), was awarded the Secretary of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award for his outstanding contributions to the Department of the Navy Chief Information Office. '60: LCDR Arthur E. Wegner, USNR (Ret.), has been elected to Aviall, Inc.'s board of directors. '63: Michael R. Bonsignore has assumed the position of chairman of the board at Honeywell, Inc. RADM Thomas F. Hall, USN (Ret), was inducted into the Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame. Richard M. Ortwein has launched a new company.

Focus Real Estate LP '64: Gen Charles C. Krulak, USMC (Ret.) has been selected to Conoco's board of directors. Patrick M. Prout has been appointed to the board of directors of the National Black MBA Association, Inc. '65: Roger T. Staubach has been inducted into the Cotton Bowl Hall of Fame. '67: Capt Ronald J. Cornetta, USMC (Ret.), will be awarded a long-deserved air medal for a rescue made in Vietnam 30 years ago. Thomas C. Knudson will be the new vice president, human resources at Conoco corporate headquarters in Houston. VADM Robert J. Natter, USN, was selected for his fourth star and will take command of the Atlantic Fleet. Dr. Paul K. Sugrue has been appointed to the board of directors of WindmereDurable Holdings, Inc. '68: MajGen Michael W. Hagee, USMC, has been nominated to lieutenant general. RADM Michael G. Mullen, USN, has been selected for his third star and will take command of Second Fleet. '69: James F. McGovern has been named to a newly established advisory board of Precision Standard, Inc. '70: VADM Edmund P. Giambastiani Jr., USN, has been assigned as Deputy

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CORRECTION: In the April and May Shipmate, we listed Chester B. Cole under the wrong class years. Mr. Cole is from the Class of '63.

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he United States Olympic Women's Soccer team will play Russia at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Sunday, 13 August at 5:00 p.m. The game is part of the Nike Road to Glory tour put on by the U.S. Soccer Federation. Those expected to play include Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly, Julie Foudy, Briana Scurry, Brandi Chastain and Tiffeny Milbrett.

Tickets are available through Naval Academy box office by calling 1-800-US4-NAVY (1-800-874-6289) or at the Ricketts Hall ticket window.

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster (202-432-SEAT, 410-481-SEAT, 703-573SEAT), or online at www.ticketmastercom.

A Ticketmaster service and processing fee applies.

Ticket prices are $40 for lower level midfield, $28 for lower level sideline and $20 for upper level sideline. For disabled seating, call the Navy ticket office.

This will be the first soccer game played at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium since 1984 when the stadium played host to first-round men's soccer games in the 1984 Olympics.

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he futare home of the Navy men's and women's soccer programs was unveiled 10 May at the Naval Academy, as Superintendent VADM John Ryan, USN, and members of the Glenn Warner family officially gathered for the ground breaking of the Glenn Wamer Soccer Facility.

The Glenn Wamer Soccer Facility will meet the emerging needs of Navy men's and women's soccer programs and further advance Navy's commitment to athletic achievement. The facility's namesake remains a legend at the Academy, as well as in the soccer and athletic community. Warner guided the Navy men's soccer team for 30 years (1946-75), posting a 243-65-31 record and led Navy to the 1964 National Soccer Championship.

The facility will house a soccer Walk of Fame, a tribute to all former Navy soccer players who achieved excellence in athletics, military service, service to the country and service to the community.

In addition, the complex will be equipped with adjacent locker rooms for practice and

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L to r: VADM John Ryan '67, Mrs. Joanne Antrim, Mrs. Glenn Wamer Jr., Mr. Glenn L. Wamer, MajGen William A. Anders '55 game situations, facilities for visiting teams and officials, training rooms, equipment storage areas, restrooms and concession areas.

The Glenn Wamer Soccer Facility will stand as a symbol of Navy's dedication to the future, while paying homage to one of the Academy's most respected athletic mentors.

The Glenn Wamer Soccer Facility is projected to be completed by the fall of 2001.

Gabarra Selected for National Soccer Hall of Fame avy head women's soccer coach Carin Gabarra has been selected for induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame.

Gabarra is just the second woman to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. April Heinrichs,

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a former teammate of Gabarra's, was inducted in 1998. Induction ceremonies will take place on Saturday, 28 October, at the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, NY. The impact Gabarra had on the game of women's soccer in the United States is a benchmark for future success stories. She led the U.S. to its first-ever World Championship title in 1991 by scoring six goals and was the recipient of the Golden Ball, presented to the outstanding player of the championship. She garnered United States Soccer's Female Athlete of the Year honors and the United States Olympic Committee's Player of the Year award in 1987 and 1992. At the 1996 Olympics, she was a member of the U.S. team that won the gold medal. In 1999, she was just

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Nav V Athletics First Class close defenseman Chad Donnelly (East Northport, NY) was selected to the third team and junior midfielder Adam Borcz (Millersville, MD) eamed Honorable Mention All-America accolades.

Donnelly, who was named to the first team of the inaugural AllLacrosseAmerica.com Division I All-America list, also garnered First-Team All-ECAC honors after anchoring the Mids' defensive unit which led the country in scoring defense—the Mids limited the opposition to just six goals per game. An Honorable Mention All-America in 1998 and 1999, Donnelly started every game in which he played in a Navy uniform (47). The Long Island native will participate in the 2000 North-South All-Star Game.

Navy women's soccer program in 1993, its first year as a varsity sport. Gabarra, who was named Patriot League Coach of the Year in 1996, has led Navy to the Patriot League title game the last two seasons. This past year, Navy won a share of the Patriot League regular season title for the first time in school history.

"I feel incredibly honored and humbled to be put in the National Soccer Hall of Fame with such incredible individuals who have done so much for the game of soccer," said Gabarra.

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one of two inactive players listed on the Stars of the Century, an 11-player roster of the best women's soccer players in the history of U.S. women's soccer On the collegiate level, she was a four-time Ail-American at Cal-Santa Barbara.

Gabarra has also been a success in the coaching ranks as she has compiled a record of 71-46-6 since taking over the reigns of the

Jarboe Earns Nation's Top Goalkeeper for t h e Second-Straight Year Borcz is a first-time All-America honoree wo-time Navy All-America Mickey and was named to First-Team All-ECAC afJarboe (Towson, MD) was named the ter scoring 22 goals and adding six assists as nation's top goalkeeper for the second consecutive year at the annual All-America La- the Mids' second-leading scorer in 2000.

Borcz, who scored half of his goals in league crosse Banquet. play, scored his 50th-career goal in a threeJarboe was recognized by the United States goal effort against ECAC foe Stony Brook Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association 25 March.

He is the only active Midshipmen (USILA), as the organization honored him to post 50-plus goals. with the Ensign C. Markland Kelly Jr. Award given to the nation's most outstanding goalkeeper Jarboe is just the fourth Navy goal- Sailing keeper in its history to win the award. The he Naval Academy tied for ninth place second was Dennis Wedekind '65, who at the ICYRA Coed Dinghy Championeamed the award twice in his career Prior to ship at Kings Point, NY. St. Mary's College earning the award last season, it had been of Maryland won the school's first-ever Coed nearly 30 years since a Navy goalkeeper gar- Dinghy title with 192 points, while Hobart nered such recognition, as Leonard Supko '70 placed second with 203 points and USC finlast eamed the accolade in 1970.

Jarboe, who head coach Richie ^w Meade calls the best goalkeeper he has ever seen, led the nation with ^'Wii^Kt^ ^^^H his 6.09 goals-against average. He also owns the nation's second-best save percentage, warding off 64.8 percent of the shots fired in his direction. Jarboe, perhaps the most decorated cage guarder in school history, garnered 2000 First-Team All-ECAC honors and was deemed the league's Defensive ^ ^ ^ B | t ^9^w[^!^E' ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ' ' i d ^ m Player of the Year. A product of HHI; '^ ^HR!P^^^^ ^ Calvert Hall College High School, he completed his career at Navy T W^T^^^M as the school's all-time leader in saves with 701.

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All-Americans ickey Jarboe was named First-Team All-America for the second-consecutive year.

Jarboe was the lone Midshipman on the All-America First Team.

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N a w Athletics ished third with 220 points. The Mids tied with D a r t m o u t h for ninth place with 334 points.

In the A Division, Navy's team of Grant Garcia, Travis Webb, Maura McGovem, Tedy Treaccar, Parker Garrett and Ricky Lang finished in 15th place, while the B Division team of Wade Tomyos, Missy Carter, Mike Strauss and Dave Fassel placed sixth.

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of 18 teams, third in the third-level final, in a mark of 6:49.42. The Midshipmen varsity pair without coxswain was ninth overall out of 15 teams, third in the petite final, in a time of 7:51.58.

The freshman eight finished 14th out of 19 teams, second in the third-level final, crossing the line in 6:09.65.

Lightweight Crew Madden's Surgery a Success

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avy quarterback Brian Madden '02 had what was called a successful surgery by CAPT John Wilckens, USN, the team doctor for the Navy football team. The three-hour surgery took place on Friday, 19 May. Madden had both meniscus repaired on his right knee as well as his ACL reconstructed.

The injury to his MCL and the bone damage was not as severe as what was once feared and no smgical repairs were needed. Madden is aheady off his cmtches and is currently undergoing a grueling rehabilitation process.

"Although Brian has a lot of healing to do.

With his work ethic, I would not discount the fact that he might be able to play sometime this season," said Wilckens.

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he Navy lightweight crew finished eighth out of 15 teams at the IRA Regatta. The Midshipmen finished second in the petite final in a time of 6:11.53.

According to head coach Dale Hurley, the Midshipmen in the petite final jumped out to

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avy's Torrance Chaplin '00 (St. Helena Island) ended his collegiate career by finishing fifth in his qualifying heat of the 400-meter dash (46.34) at die 2000 NCAA Track and Field Championship. This will not be the last time he will have to show the nation his ability because up next are a pair of tune-up events before he heads off to the U.S. Olympic Trials, 1-2 July in Sacramento, CA. (Ed note: As of press time, Olympic Trial results were unknown.)

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he Navy heavyweight crew varsity eight finished 10th out of 21 teams in the IRA Regatta. The Midshipmen finished fourth in the petite final in a time of 5:53.89. The finish by the Midshipmen is their best since 1996, when they finished second overall.

The second varsity eight was seventh overall out of 16 teams, winning the petite final, in a mark of 6:06.72.

Navy's open four with coxswain was eighth out of 18 teams (7:03.25), second in the petite final. The Midshipmen varsity four with coxswain took ninth out of 22 teams, third in the petite final, in a time of 7:01.05. The varsity four without coxswain finished 15th out

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Navv Athletics an early lead in the six-boat race. Navy held an advantage to the 700meter mark, when rival Georgetown made a push and took the lead away from the Mids. At the finish line, it was the Hoyas who ended up winning (6:09.19) and Navy taking second by less than half a second ahead of St. Joseph (PA) (6:11.84). Yale won the grand final in a time of 5:50.39.

Groover N a m e d t o ECAC All-Star Team avy starting pitcher Shane Groover '00 (Chappell Hill, TX) was named to the Eastem Collegiate Athletic Conference's 2000 All-Star Team, announced ECAC. Groover concluded his Navy career by being named the Patriot League's Pitcher of the Year for the third-straight season, becoming one of just three players in NCAA history to be named league pitcher or player of the year three times. This season. Groover had a 7-4 record with 64 strikeouts and an eamed run average of 3.24. Opponents had a .245 batting average against Groover, who did not allow either a triple or a home run all year.

In his career. Groover posted a 25-11 record and set Patriot League records for victories (25), sttikeouts (229) and innings pitched (278.2).

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avy head baseball coach Bob MacDonald announced that he is retiring after 35 years of coaching. MacDonald had been a head coach at the Division I level for 23 seasons, including the last seven in Annapolis.

"I have been wanting to get back to the West Coast and I decided this was the time to do it," said MacDonald. "There are a lot of things I want to do that I haven't had the opportunity to do because of coaching and 1 figured now was as good a time as any to do them. I am proud of what the Navy baseball program has been able to accomplish over the last seven seasons. A lot of people coach their entire lives without ever having the opportunity to win a championship and we were able to win five in the last seven years."

MacDonald came to the Naval Academy in 1993 from Washington where he was the Pacific-10 Northern Division Coach of the Year five times and led the Huskies to their first NCAA appearance since 1959. MacDonald served as an assistant to legendary head coach Joe Duff in 1993, before taking over the head coaching duties in 1994. In seven seasons, MacDonald led Navy to five Patriot League regular-season titles and three Patriot League Tournament titles. He took the Mids to two NCAA Tournaments (1995 and 1999) and three NCAA Play-Ins (1994,1995, and 1998). He was named Patriot League Coach of the Year on three different occasions (1995, 1998, and 2000). MacDonald finishes his career with an overall record of 599-473-10 (.558), including a 178-151-3 (.541) mark at Navy.

joyed coaching at the Naval Academy and loved working with the midshipmen, but it is time to spend more time with my family, wife and new granddaughter My wife and I are going to be able to travel some and we will be able to go places over the holidays."

Wicks was an assistant to Ed Peery for 13 years before taking over as head coach in 1986. In 13 seasons, he compiled a record of 17460-5 (.738), including an 11-1-1 mark against rival Army. Wicks, who was the head coach at Wisconsin-Stevens Point for three years before coming to Navy, had a career record of 200-80-5 (.711). Wicks won one Eastem Intercollegiate Wrestiing Association championship (1990) and finished in the top three eight times. Eighteen of his wrestlers won EIWA individual championships and he sent 35 wrestlers to the NCAA Championship meet with seven earning All-America honors.

Army-Navy Update 1999-2000 Record Against Army: 23-10-1 (.691) 1999-2000 N-Star Record Against Army: 17-4-1 (.795) Last Three Years Record Against Army: 73-20-1 (.782) Last Three Years N-Star Record Against Army: 50-15-1 (.765)

1999-2000 N-Star Victories Over Army: Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's Cross Country, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Rifle, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Men's Swirruning, Women's Swimming, Men's Indoor Track and Field, Women's Indoor Track and Field, Men's Outdoor Track and Field, Women's Outdoor Track and Field and Volleyball.

Wrestling Coach Retires avy head wrestling coach Reg Wicks announced that he is retiring after 26 years of coaching at the Naval Academy. Wicks has been the head coach for the past 14 years. He will remain at the Academy as a physical education instructor.

"After 26 years of coaching and not being able to spend much time with my family, I have decided to retire," said Wicks. "I really en-

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CLASS N E W ; "But still when two or three shall meet. And old tales be retold.. in the April 2000 issue.

Robert E. "High" Brown phoned that his Annual Membership: 26% two daughters came to Lantana, FL, to celLife Membership: 13% ebrate his 95th birthday in a proper style. He sends his best regards to all Classmates.

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Old age, with all its drawbacks, does provide plenty of conversational topics. Ben Custer and I enjoyed a good phone call, Ben is recovering from a cataract operation, and Annual Membership: 27% me from an endo vascular repair to the aorta Life Membership: 0% to prevent an abdominal aneurysm from bursting. If my memory is correct, Charlie Send news directly to Shipmate.

Buchanan informed me that we lost Frank Busey because of such an occurrence.

Telling someone of the nuclear Navy about the coal fired boilers on our Midshipmen cruises, he was particularly amused by the fireAnnual Membership: 21 % men making Mulligan stew in a coal shovel Life Membership: 0% on coals on the floor plates during the midwatch. For further reminders of those days, Send news directly to Shipmate. see Charlie Lyman's "Exit with a Full Heart" which was presented to all Classmates by Jesse Young.

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

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Pres. and Sec'y: CAPT Gordon Campbell, USN (Ret.) 3848 Somerset Drive, Durham, NC 27707-5017 h: 919-489-2520 Vice Pres: RADM Ben Scott Custer, USN (Ret.) Begum Lowery's daughter, Katherine L. Lewis, sent a nice letter stating: Dad had a good life and diedrightat home in Birmingham, AL. He was blessed.

He had written me that he was staying in his house and I'm glad his wish was granted. His obituary sent by his daughter to Shipmate is Shipmate, July-August 2000

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U.S. population: 122 million Average annual income: $1,574 Popular books: Ernest Hemingway's Farewell to Arms and F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby Popular children's books: Wmnie the Pooh, Bambi, Dr Doolittle, Velveteen Rabbit Children's toys: Paper dolls, teddy bears, metal tmcks. Tinker toys, and Erector sets Best movies: 'Treasure Island," "Ben Hur" (1926) Styles: Women cut hair short or bob, short hem lines, raccoon skin coats Sports heroes: Babe Ruth, Johnny Weissmuller Famous women: Amelia Earhart, Gertrude Ederle, Annie Oakley Fads: Marathon Dancing, Charleston, Mahjongg, Flag Pole sitting, Ouija board, crossword puzzles

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June Burd (Mrs. L. Paul Burd) forwarded an article from The Daily News-Sun featuring Classmate Martin "Duke" Merson dancing to music from the '20s. The Sun wrote: Duke Merson may not have been a free spirit, drinking or dancing during the Roaring '20sâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but he sure is tapping and kicking up his heels today in the Sun City Tip Top Dancers Club.

"I'm a poor representation of the '20s," he said. "1 was bom 21 August 1906.1 entered the Naval Academy in 1924. Instead of being in college, drinking, and raising hell, 1 was in a place living a very healthy life. You can imagine what life is like in the Naval Academy, upfiveminutes to 5:00 a.m. and lights out atfiveminutes to 10:00 p.m."

He believes the stmctured life he led in the past has allowed him to be healthy and to danceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;even at the age of 93.

"It will be most interesting when I am 100 years old, and I'll still be dancing," he said.

While Merson lived a regulated military life, the youngsters of the day were letting the good times roll.

Here are some interesting facts from 1920 that were noted in The Daily News-Sun:

93-year-old Duke Merson dances the Charleston with instructor Kelley Greenburg at Sun City Tip Top Dancers Club

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Pres: RADM William O. Snead, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT John A. Moreno, USN (Ret.) 1214 Fifth Street, Coronado, CA 92118 h: 619-435-3732 Thanks to Jack Lee, Bill Snead and Anne Hoffman, news about Classmates is picking up!

A nice letter from Jack Lee (bama0814@ adnc.com) (displaying his recently acquired proficiency on his computer):

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Now that Marcia and 1 are on the "net" you can put our email address in Shipmate and we will hopefully hear from friends.

Since 1945 I have believed that World War II would have ended at least six months sooner if our submarines had initially been supplied with torpedoes that performed as we had been told they would. In the current Shipmate I found a column in the Class of 1932 (Bob Gamble '32) that supports my belief He wrote: "The Bureau of Ordnance, by its stupid policy on the manufacture of torpedoes, lengthened the War by giving our destroyers and submarines poor quality torpedoes while the Japanese Navy lengthened the War by giving its ships first Class torpedoes.

"Before the War our torpedoes were produced in a govemment factory at Newport, RI, and later at Keyport, WA. In those days, you may recall, there was an elite but unofficial group known as the 'Gun Club.' It consisted of Ordnance PGsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;bright lads selected by the Bureau of Ordnance. The torpedo factories were choice assignments for the members of the Club. Before the War our Submarine Forces had been assured by the Biu'eau of Ordnance that the torpedoes would run at the preset depth settings and explode on contact or near contact with their targets. Unfortunately, those torpedo experts had inadequately tested their product and it failed to perform as predicted. When the desired results were not obtained several sub skippers were unfairly relieved for lack of results. These fine submarine officers were mostly from the Classes of 1925, 1926, and 1927. They taught our Classmates how to mn a sub and shoot torpedoes.

"In GRAYLING (SS-209) in 1942 and 1943

I fired 54 of these unreliable fish (Mark 14) often with very disappointing results. My boss, ADM Ralph Christie, was a former CO of the Torpedo Station Newport and he would not accept suggestions that there was anything wrong with our torpedoes. At that time GRAYLING was part of MacArthur's Navy and was based at Perch, in Western Australia. In 1944 with CROAKER (SS-246) 1 fired 248 electric torpedoes (Mark 18) with much more gratifying results.

"When ADM Lockwood, at Pearl Harbor, believed that our torpedoes were not working as they should, he had tests conducted that proved it. Our Classmate, Pie Pieczentkowski, helped conduct these tests.

"The U.S. Navy, with help from General Electric and Westinghouse, produced a torpedo powered with an electric motor that was wakeless and more reliable. The compressed air steam torpedoes were replaced and our sinking rates were improved. A story that 1 heard was that a German torpedo that had washed up on the beach at Cura9ao was the model for the Mark 18 which we were using when the war finally ended.

"1 often wonder what the world would be like if the war had been terminated six months sooner The atom bomb was not ready and many lives would have been saved."

A very nice letter from Anne Hoffman, Kitty and Chick Lawyer's (cal@AFL) daughter, bringing us up to date on the Lawvers. (They

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had previously dropped out of touch in Sun City, C A , where they still remain.) Anne Hoffman's letter follows.

I hope this bit of news about one of the Class of 1930 at USNA will be of interest.

Chick and Kitty are my brother, Philip's and my parents and they are 94 and 95 in this year of 2000. On 6 June they will mark their 70th wedding anniversary, God willing. Both are not in good shape but have most of their wits about them, more than 1 do at times!

They still keep house with the aid of wonderful Lillian who is at their home four hours every day. My dad still uses his computer for business and email. They both enjoy seeing Philip and/or me once a week or so.

When possible one or more of the 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren have fun visiting Grarruny and Grampus. My mother's favorite joke these days is the one with the punchline: "What the hell am I here after?" as an answer to the query, "Are you concemed about the Hereafter?" We have so many good friends and places the Navy life provided! Our best to all the grand Class of 1930!

A pleasant phone conversation with President Bill Snead who says he recentiy attended a meeting of Class Presidents at which he was senior officer present!

He also tells us Bill Post is living at the Health Center: 2101 River Crescent Drive, AnnapoUs, MD; 410-224 8277 (which happens to be in Bill Snead's neighborhood).

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Pres: VADM John B. Colwell, USN (Ret.) 5910 Wilson Blvd., Apt. 211, Arbngton, VA 22205 h: 703-533-4084 Sec'y: RADM A.B. Metsger, USN (Ret.) 3520 N. Roberts Lane, Ariington, VA 22207 h: 703-524-4599; e: ABEM31@cs.com Send news directly to Shipmate.

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rines, EDOs, supply officers, civilians.

Among us "there were heroes a-plenty and men known to fame." In paragraphs that follow we have tried to chronicle some of their highlights.

The Early Years On graduation, we started out in the traditional pattern; at least two years in battieships, the old LEX or SARA, or in cmisers.

Some of us then went to Pensacola for flight training or to New London for submarine school. Many of us went to destroyers, usually in those elderly "four-stackers," but some of us to the new "gold-platters." Some of us had a year in oilers or "beef boats." By 1938 or 1939 we were considered seasoned enough for our first shore duty. All too soon came the war in Europe; the frantic buildup for President Roosevelt's Neutrality Patrol; and the quickening tempo of events leading to Pearl Harbor Long before December 1941, most of us had been "short-toured" ashore and were back in the Fleet.

In 1939-40, many of us hastily recommissioned "four-stack" destroyers msting in the back channel at Philadelphia or at the destroyer base at San Diego, including the 50 that were transferred to the United Kingdom in the fall of 1940. Few of us completed the postgraduate courses we started in 1938-39.

Those starting PG courses in 1939 became members of the "seven-seventy-club"â&#x20AC;&#x201D;7 years at sea; 70 days ashore.

Atlantic Fleet Neutrality Patrol Those of us on Neutrality Patrol in the North Atlantic were already on a war footing in 1941. Willie Williamson survived the torpedoing of KEARNY by a U-boat in October 1941, and a few days later GREER was attacked and REUBEN JAMES was torpedoed

and sunk. Others survived miserable North Atlantic winter weather and the threat of Uboat attack in destroyers inadequately equipped with sonar and radar.

Meanwhile, over in England, those intrepid aviators Charlie Odend'hal and George Hughes, flying PB Y aircraft on loan to the Royal Navy, assisted in locating and tracking the German battleship BISIVIARCK after she had sunk HMS HOOD and damaged PRINCE OF WALES in the Denmark Straits, and

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Pres: CAPT Will I. Bull, USN (Ret.) 1725 Oak Lane, McLean, VA 22101 Don Thomas, back in the days when Brooks Harral was working on our Class History for the 50th Anniversary Book, wrote some 21 pages of info about the activities of men from '32. From time to time the column will utilize his fine work to freshen our memories of those long ago days.

Here is Don's beginning.

We served our country in interesting and perilous times. We saw our Navy's transition from steam to gas turbines and nuclear power; from prop to jet aircraft; and from diesel to nuclear-powered submarines. We served in World War II and in Korea, and a few of us in the Vietnam years. We were aviators, surface sailors, submariners, ma-

thus assisted in BISMARCK'S later destmction by the British Home Fleet.

Seventy-two years ago we came to Annapolis, took our physical exam, and most of us suddenly became Plebes and at the same time experienced pride in being members of the U.S. Navy. I'll never forget carrying all my gear from the store up to Room 3446, stowing it carefully away according to barely understood rules. We quickly became accustomed to fast changes from white works to blue dress although I never developed much tolerance for those hot, full dress uniforms, especially after I keeled over one hot day and was sent to Sick Bay. Our many activities were exciting and we learned a lot about drills hooting, rowing and how to succeed as Plebes. These pictures from our Lucky Bag will bring back happy memories of those youthful days of struggling hard.

Non-military types like myself, fresh from high school, had to really hustle just to get by.

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After many years of deliberation, Louise and Modoc Sunderland have decided to move to Ginger Cove (Apt. 2302) thereby joining Mary Bruce Prince, Ruby and Stan Miller, Jane and Win Bailey, Janet and Bill Stuart, and Marian and Bob Gamble. Ginger Cove has 30 Academy Alumni living here. The Class of '38 also has five men living here so Modoc will make '32 equally as well represented. There are 8 residents from other services living here. We

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have a real military flavor, but not too much of a good thing.

Trident last April carried a new thing called "Streamtunnels." I was attacked by the lines "Noiser than two skeletons making love on a tin roof." So I read on and here is the advice I received: "If you want to add a spark to your specks, drop in a cliche or two." Instead of "You know, I'm really busy right now" you might substitute: "I'm busier than a one-legged man at a butt kicking contest!" Who said we have to be humdrum?

At a Ginger Cove luncheon, Mary Bruce told about how, back in 1936, she received a letter from Howard Prince. (His DD was helping evacuate refugees from Spain during the Civil War.) He wanted his calling cards sent over because British officers in Gibraltar kept calling on him in order to get the news on their King. You all will remember that Edward was having his romance with the American divorcee, Wallis Warfield. The English newspapers were remaining silent while the American newspapers treated the love affair the same way they later on treated the affair of our own romantic Head of State, Bill Clinton.

During the Korean War, Bill Stuart and Howard were both in Tokyo for a year and a half Bill was a staff officer for ComNavSeaFarEast.

Janet, his wife, was renting a house in Coronado while Mary Bruce stayed in Washington, D.C. Bob Gamble and Marian attended the lunch also; in '36 he was in the Naval Reserve, having an occasional Mississippi River

cruise on a subchaser, while working for John Deere in Moline, IL. The March Naval Proceedings has an article about UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) that gives us some insight into what is coming. A quote: "Emerging technology indicates that unmanned aircraft can significantly enhance the combat power of manned platforms.. .can free up carrier manned assets by flying many of the dull or dangerous missions."

"Surface combatants protecting the carrier can bring significant new capabilities to the fight. Ten to 13 UAVs on each cruiser can provide more combat power and communications to the battle group."

To illustrate new possibilities, "Onboard fabrication of wings is being studied, since space saving is important. Plastic infection blown molding, using a hollow wing of very strong thermoplastic material, can be used to manufacture hundreds of wings as need. The material required is less than 10 percent of the volume of the finished wing."

Another article on tomorrows U.S. Fleet explains UUVs (unmanned undersea vehicles) which enable our nuclear submarines to deploy mine reconnaissance vehicles from torpedo tubes. The autonomous operation can endure over 40 hours.

These advanced ideas are part of the Navy's need to automate some of its many tasks.

"More bang for the buck" is the future aim.

To show current success in the 1999 fighting, "carrier aircraft, only 8 percent of the air power used, contributed 30 percent of the confirmed kills with precision weapons."

Marian and I retumed last March from an enjoyable (but tiring) trip to Italy. Our trip reminded me of 1929 when we were "eager beavers" in more ways than one. "Join the Navy and see the world!" Seeing "David" in Florence and Pompeii with Vesuvius in the background were the highlights (along with the spaghetti) of our trip. When I was 18, seeing David was of no importance! Times change and today Michelangelo's masterpiece is wonderful to see.

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Al Kaplan

On our return to Annapolis, we were greeted with bad news about Howard Prince (8) dying and when I opened my mail, there was a letter from Owen Vaughn telling me that Al Kaplan (9) also died after a lengthy illness.

Howard and Al were both great destroyer sailors, fighting submarines, escorting convoys, and bombarding enemy shore installations. After the war they were on shore duty, both giving and receiving training. Howard was at the Army War College while Al commanded CADMUS (AR-14).

One other thing that Howard and Al had in common was long and happy marriages. WTiile Howard married Mary Bruce when she graduated from Goucher in 193 3, Al had already married Lillian in 1932. She graduated from The Chicago Art Institute. How many other Class Maniages have lasted 67 or 68 years? Howard and Mary Bruce were "pioneers" at Ginger Cove having been among the first to move in. Al and Lillian had enjoyed their home in Ventura until Al's illness started. Both Howard and Al were buried with full mihtary honors.

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friendly with Howard and they began a correspondence that lasted for many years. After the war, Howard learned that Akira had been a senior pilot; at Okinawa his job was to lead the inexperienced Kamikaze pilots out to the American fleet! In 1963 he became a Rear Admiral and then retired a few years later.

In order to round out our column, we'll quote a few paragraphs from one of our wartime heroes, Andy Nisewaner. You will remember he was in command of GRANT at the battle of Leyte Gulf. His crew of 240 men and 20 officers had been cut in half during the battle.

NEWCOMB came alongside to render assistance and then shoved off when a salvage tug came alongside and saved us. They pumped out water, helped us do patchwork repairs, and loaned us a Kedge anchor When we were in immediate danger of sinking, we threw overboard everything we could to lighten the ship. This included both anchors and chains and a heavy practice-loading machine. We only saved five to ten rounds of ammunition per gun. This lightening of the ship probably saved us from txmiing oven We were towed to Manus and a makeshift repair yard. En route, we had a man fall overboard from the oily, sloping deck which had a Ust to starboard of 12 feet. (We had already lost one other man who was electrocuted while repairing damage.) So, contrary to policy in submarine waters, I broke the towline, made a wide circle, and kept my fingers crossed. Luck was with us and we picked up our man on the first pass and then went back to our towline.

Then we had another close call. We dropped our remaining anchor in the designated spot which was near an ammunition ship. A few ours later, the mg picked us up and we proceeded to the repair yard. Just as we were entering thefloatingdry dock, we heard a mighty boom and saw clouds of smoke in the area we had just left. The ammunition ship had blown up with 100 percent loss of life. Every ship within 800 yards was badly damaged; the unexploded shells flying through the air did immense damage.

Eighty minutes before the explosion, we had been anchored just 300 yards away.

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Pres: ADM Thomas H. Moorer, USN (Ret.) Acting Sec'y: CAPT Gary Coleman, USN (Ret.) 925 Leigh Mill Road, Great Falls, VA 22066 h: 703-757-9572 San Diego Correspondent: Mrs. R.S. Riddell 4037 Alameda Drive, San Diego, CA 92103 h: 619-295-9091 The Washington, D.C, Group met for lunch on 9 May at the Chevy Chase Club. It appeared that many of the regulars were either on vacation or indisposed. Attending were Renee and Ernie Campbell, Lee and Gary Coleman, Jim Elliot and John Oren, all of '33. The Class of '31 attendees were John Webster, Ruth Day and Audrey Dempsey.

We received the sad news that John Albert Klopp died in Bryn Mawr Hospital on 26 April at age 88. John was a star student at the Naval Academy. In 1933 Shell Eastem Petroleum accepted six graduates as trainees. John Klopp and Gary Coleman were sent to New York.

Gary left a few months later to take flight training with the Army Air Corps and John climbed the corporate ladder to become vice president and director of Reilly-Whiteman, Inc. We will miss you, John.

John's widow, Adelaide, submitted these words: John's claim to fame was having both ADM Thomas Moorer and CAPT Gary Coleman in his Class, also winning the award of the gold watch for engineering and aeronautics.

With a marriage which lasted for 64 years, we have a son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren.

John Klopp in 1936

Hal Bowen retumed home after a stint at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD. Hurry and get well, Hal. Bobby Caldwell, Swifty Caldwell's widow, sent a check for $100 for the Class Fund.

Thank you, Bobby.

Our West Coast Rep, Lee Riddell, tells us Dorothy Kimball has moved to the Washington area. Lee is planning to take a train trip to see her new great-grandchildren living in Sevema Park, MD.

Call 410-263-4448 for information.

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commissioned to paint the portrait of a dowager of Washington society. When it was done she examined it closely and finally said, "It's very nice, but it isn't really me. Maybe you could clear it up here and here (indicating areas of facial wrinkles)." Lester agreed that such could be done and told her to come back in two weeks. She left, happy, and he shoved the painting into a back closet. Two weeks later she arrived, examined the portrait again and finally declared, "Well, it's much better than before but it still doesn't quite look like me."

Lester replied, "I suggest that you take it with you now, spend some time practicing looking like it, and you will."

The WB&A May lunch was scheduled on the 66th anniversary of graduation and we looked for a goodly crowd, but unforeseen problems developed. I had published the luncheon schedule in the April column, on which a few people sent checks early. The invitations didn't get into the mail until the 19th, only 12 days before the affair, and three of those twelve RADM Carlton Jones "33. thirdfromleft, enjoys a luncheon with neighbors, friends, and Navy League colleagues in were no mail days. Response mail was equally celebration of his 91 st birthday in May. in Denver, CO slow, so that by the evening of 27 May I had only check reservations for nine people. I spent family plot on the same grounds in Liberty, most of the holiday weekend on the telephone MS. Charhe's address is Camelia Estates, 1714 because the final bead count was due by noon Annual Membership: 53% White Drive, McComb, MS 30648. on the 30th and that day's mail wouldn't be Life Membership: 36% On 11 May, there was a Protestant funeral here until late that afternoon. service in the Main Chapel at the Naval AcadThe end result was that 14 Classmates, wives Pres: CAPT Hugh Q. Murray, USN (Ret.) emy for the late CAPT Arthur E. Krapf, USN and widows showed up at Paul's on the South 6310 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 (Ret.), who died on 26 September 1999, and River, just outside of Annapolis, for the party.

Sec'y: CAPT Roy C. Smith HI, USNR (Ret.) 1310 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401 his wife, Sarah Wade, who died on 10 April They were Dorothy Bunevich, Dot Buse, 2000. After the Chapel ceremony there was a Marge Christensen, Jane Condon, Lil Dickey, h: 410-224-4060 joint committal service when they were Isabelle Fleck, Betty and Bill Keller, Grayson West Coast Correspondent: CAPT Robert W. Leeman, USN (Ret.) inumed together in the USNA Columbarium. Merrill, Fid Murray, Ann and Roy Smith, 1611 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107 A reception followed the ceremony. The Class and Lester Stone (his wife had to cancel out).

Fid Murray hosted the April W^&A lun- was represented by me.

We had a nice adjustment period with everyJim Bentley has joined the Classmates who one mixing around, excellent lunches from a cheon at his Belle Haven Country Club in Alexandria with a surprisingly small attendance. have filed self-written obituaries for use at choice of four, and the conversation was genBesides Fid, those present were Terry Bertholf, some future date. It had to be edited down to eral enough for a high level of general enjoyDorothy Bunevich, Millie Gralla, Helen and two pages of double-spaced typing but don't ment. One notable factor was the special menu John Harllee, Betty and Bill Keller. Unfor- worry, Jim, nothing of importance was left out. worked up by Paul's for the occasion, sometunately I had an unbreakable commitment in His final summary surprised me and I suspect thing I had never seen done before for a small Annapohs that day but am sure that the smaller that Jim has some sort of a Class record. He luncheon. I hope the reduction in size necesnumber generated a more generally active and has had three wives, 11 children, 24 grand- sary to fit here will leave it legible.

NAVAL ACADEMY CLASS OF 1934 children and two great-grands. It's probably interesting conversation.

Wednesday, 31 May 2000 Ann and I ate our fancy Easter buffet lun- safe to say that the last count should increase Your Entree Selections are: cheon at Ginger Cove with Lil (Mrs. Joe appreciably over the years.

Atlantic Salmon: Oven poached fillet Isabelle (Mrs. Francis Fleck) recently sent Dickey), their son and his wife. Young Joe is served on a bed of steamed spinach and feta a Ph.D. engineer who was let on the loose a clipping from the Waynesboro, PA, newspacheese, accompanied with Paul's garden when the old Engineering Experimental Sta- per on an art exhibit by our Lester Stone tosalad gether with another local artist from February tion (under a later name) was closed down last Almond Chicken: Boneless breast of year. However, he caught on with Johns through April. The paper noted that after retirchicken sauteed with orange and almond, Hopkins University and is doing well there, ing from the Navy, Lester and Peggy spent a accompanied with Paul's garden salad year in Italy where he studied sculpture commuting from his home in Annapolis.

Shrimp Salad: Snow white shrimp tossed Doug, son of our Classmate Charlie Lewis, (RCSâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;followed by a longer period in Spain in basil lime salsa over fresh greens served with pasta salad tossed with sugar snap peas wrote at the end of April to inform the Class studying painting). His works include portraits, TBLT Sandwich: Smoked turkey, bacon, that his mother, Beatrice, had died on 20 April. seascapes, landscapes and nudes. Examples of lettuce and home grown tomatoes served She and Charlie were happily married for 64 his work are found in the U.S. Capital, the with mayonnaise on multi-grain bread, acyears. Her death came at home in McComb, Naval Academy, the Navy Combat Art Colcompanied with pasta salad tossed with MS, from congestive heart failure on Maundy lection and the U.S. Defense University. Two sugar snap peas prints of his skipjack paintings hang in GinThursday and the funeral was held on Easter Dessert Sunday in Charlie's family home of Beech ger Cove corridors and a large one of his Haagen Dazs vanilla ice cream laced with Grove Plantation (previously also the retire- Gloucester fisherman BLUENOSE in our living fresh raspberry sauce ment home of Charlie's brother-in-law RADM room. We hope the show did him well.

A different type of dicho for this month: Which reminds me of the time Lester was Felices son aquellos quienes pueden donar sin Robert P. Briscoe '19) with interment in the

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recordary recibirsin olvidar (Happy are those who can give without recording and receive without forgetting).

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Pres: CAPT Jefferson D. Parker, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Jesse B. Gay Jr., USN (Ret.) Corr. Sec'y: RADM Ed Keats, USN (Ret.) 3704 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21218 h: 410-235-3803; f: 410-243-1960 e: edkeats@aol.com Our 65th Reunion We were present at the Reunion along with 80 of our extended family. The attendees were comprised of 34 Classmates, 25 wives, nine widows, two (girl) friends, one (widow's) husband, eight children of Class members, and one grandchild. We had 34 percent of the 92 living USNA '35 graduates on hand. Everyone was offered a selection of individual events to attend. Not everyone could fit them into their plans, so not all of us were present at any one time, but 74 of the 80 were at our Thursday night dinner banquet (they are identified in the photo on the following page).

The Reunion started on Tuesday aftemoon, 16 May 2000, with check-in at the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel and registration in our hospitality suite on the main floor. That was the first time most of us had seen each other, except for Classmates and spouses in one's local area, since our 60th Reunion five years ago. The hugs and kisses visible on all sides represented the outward show of warm inner feelings.

We were pleased with all aspects of the refurbished Marriott. The rooms on the west side had unbroken views of Annapolis from Market Square to the Chapel Dome, and on the east one could see the Annapolis harbor, the Annapolis Yacht Club, and the boatyards of Eastport. The hotel staff responded promptly and enthusiastically to our every request.

Cocktails and dinner on Tuesday evening were at Pusser's Landing, the West Indies style restaurant on the main floor of the Marriott. It is located right on the edge of the channel leading from Chesapeake Bay and Annapolis Roads to the Annapolis City Dock. A strong breeze kept us off the porch, but through the windows we could view the channel and the Pride ofBaltimoretiedup on the opposite shore.

At the time of sending in the dinner response sheet, we had the opportunity to choose from three entrees—one of meat, one of seafood, and one of chicken. On Tuesday most of us had selected broiled lobster, some had opted for rack of lamb, and a few chose shrimp and pepper stuffed chicken. The meal started with Pusser's tropical salad and ended with a buffet of desserts. Key lime pie appeared to be the favorite. After dinner many of us retumed to the hospitality suite before turning in for the night.

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On Wednesday moming, two busses were waiting for our 9:30 a.m. departure to visit Baltimore. We went up Interstate 97, to Ft. McHenry to view a film telling the story of Francis Scott Key's writing of the verses that, set to music, have become our national anthem.

We then drove to and around the Ravens' football stadium and Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

We also passed the Baltimore Convention Center, the Frigate Constellation, Harborplace, the World Trade Center, The National Aquarium, the Power Plant with ESPN Zone, Hard Rock Cafe, and Bames & Noble on our way to McCormick & Schmick's restaurant.

We had refreshments on the open terrace overlooking the Inner Harbor. The buffet lunch had a fresh fruit platter and then we had an opportunity to eat one or all of the following— sole parmesan, sirloin tips in red wine sauce, and breast of chicken in Italian tomato sauce— plus several vegetables. The dessert tray provided assorted cakes and pastries.

After lunch the busses headed east through Baltimore's harborside redevelopment area.

There were newly renovated factory buildings that now house high tech companies, apartments, and stores; as well as hotel and office buildings under constraction. After passing Fells Point we turned north to look at the Johns Hopkins Hospital buildings and the entry to the eastem terminus of Baltimore's subway.

We then went west to Charles Street and north to Mount Yemon Square with the Washington Monument, statues to Lafayette and John Eager Howard, the Peabody Conservatory, and the Walters Art Gallery. Our tour continued north on Charles Street past the Baltimore Museum of Art, the Homewood campus of the Johns Hopkins University, Sherwood Gardens, Loyola College, Evergreen House, Friends School, the Cathedral of Mary, Oilman School, the Roland Park area, as well as many other places, before returning to Annapolis.

On Wednesday evening our reception and dinner were next door to the Marriott at the Annapolis Yacht Club (thanks to Tom Gillmer). Our tables on the third floor overlooked Spa Creek, the boatyards of Eastport, and the Annapolis anchorage. Our location enabled us to see the boats retuming from the intemational Star class race held earlier in the bay. We had caesar salad and our choice of roast beef, twin crab cakes, or stuffed breast of chicken. The dessert was New York-style cheesecake. Again some retumed to the hospitality suite.

On Thursday moming we held our Memorial Service at 10:00 in the main USNA Chapel presided over by LCDR Diana L. Meehan, Chaplain Corps, USN. The service was conducted in a reverend and dignified manner in keeping with our Class tradition. After retuming us to the Marriott to change clothes, the busses took us across the Lane Bridge over Chesapeake Bay south on Route 50 to Easton, where we had refreshments and a buffet lunch at the Tidewater Inn.

We went southwest from Easton to Oxford on the Trent Avon River, a 17th century Maryland seaport, and then looked at Maryland's 450-year-old official tree, the Wye Oak. We drove around the Aspen Institute's Wye River Conference Center, a 1,000-acre former estate with several large houses where two years previously the Palestinians and Israelis had met to discuss peace in the MidEast. At the time of our visit the saga of the Cuban boy, Elian Gonzales, had taken him to a guesthouse near the center. We could see the house just off the road, but not Elian.

On Thursday evening we had cocktails and dinner in the main ballroom of the Marriott.

Before dinner, our official Reunion photograph, the one appearing with this article, was taken on the terrace with the camera facing the harbor. For dinner, after caesar salad, we could select from steak, salmon, or chicken Wellington, and a buffet of a dozen different desserts. Playing for us was BJ Doyle's quartet with BJ at her electric piano/organ and her husband on the trampet. The Class responded to the band's renditions of the music of the ' 30s and '40s to the extent that at one point 20 couples were on the floor at the same time.

At the mid-point of the festivities the music stopped and there was recognition of guests and a presentation of appropriate awards to those of the Class whose efforts keep us together.

We had a branch on Friday moming before checking out of the hotel to face the remm trip home.

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Pres: CAPT WUIiam N. Price, USN (Ret.) Sec'y-Treas: CAPT O. M. Butler, USN (Ret) 1101 S. Arbngton Ridge Road Arbngton, VA 22043 Corr. Sec'y: CAPT William A. Ellis, USN (Ret) Goodwin House West #832 3440 S. Jefferson St., Falls Church, VA22041-3127 h: 703-578-7546 The Southem Califomia contingent of the Class held their semi-annual luncheon at the Coronado Golf Club on 14 April for their fu-st gathering of the new century. A total of 15 were in attendance including six Classmates, wives, widows, and friends. The luncheon was hosted

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Thomas, Dick Rothwell and Ed Hoffman.

Others in the group included Katie Chenault, M i l d r e d M a n n , M a r i o n (Blitch) and Jim McCarty, Bill Berson (friend of Ed Hoffman).

It is with regret that we report the death of two more of the Class. Ed Kyle passed away in Bel Air, MD, on 22 Febraary 2000 and Paul Tyler died in Alexandria, VA, on 6 March 2000. Notes of sympathy may be sent to Mrs. Edward L. Kyle, RO. Box 507, Bel Air, M D 2 0 1 1 4 , and to M r s . Paul R. Tyler, 5 5 2 9 Edgemont Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310.

Also passing away was Frances Purer, Al Furer's wife. The photo shows Classmates who gathered at the memorial services for Frannie on 26 Febraary 2000. From left to right they are Al Fiu-er, Bob Odening, Bob Neyman and Frank Springer.

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together, Zeke Soucek, Betty Kelly, Gloria Currie, Cynthia Pridmore, and myself窶馬ot much news, just complaints about aches and pains窶馬one going to the 62'/^ River Cmise and some talk of the 65th.

I suppose the NorVa Region has had it with rivers.

Bebo Carroll, Ginny (Ball) and Claude Bailey '34 The San Diego Region '37 Lunch Bunch gathered at the Coronado edition of the Brigantine Restaurant. The principle item of discussion was the number of masts in a brigantine. Our USNA Webster's defines a brig as a two-masted, square-rigged ship and a brigantine (and also a hermaphrodite brig) as a twomasted square-rigged ship not carrying a square-rigged mainsail. At least it agreed on the number of masts, two. We met on 4 April; the fourth anniversary of my dear Sally's passing away. Present were Ed Arentzen, Ginny (Ball) and Claude Bailey '34, Bebo Carroll, Mel Cooper, Lois and Bob Erly, Priscilla (Westcott) Huber, Tex Lander, Margie and Walt Phaler, Eloise (Davies) and G e n e

R a n k i n (hosts), Tory H a r p e r and Frank Shamer, Russ Wallace, Mary and Jack Whistler and Ellie and Vic Wildt. Joe Huber had a previous engagement and Bud Hall suffered a rib cracking fall at their Los Angeles home.

President Jack Slaughter reported that.

We signed up nine for the monthly luncheon. Paul Hartmann, Jean and Chuck Stein, and Bess and myself showed. The Annapolis contingent knew that none of them could make it. In light of the small group no major decisions were made and all relaxed and had a good time.

Paul Hartmann reaffirmed that he and Peg are planning to move to Williamsburg in the fall. Jack reported that replies to the annual letter showed Jean and Swampy Lajaunie would be moving to the D.C. region in the fall.

P r e s i d e n t J a c k r e p o r t e d on the Class president's meeting that covered Classes from 1930 to 2000.

The superintendent, VADM Ryan '67 impressed Jack with his vision and his goals. He recognized him as a thoroughly eligible replacement for ADM Larson '58. At no time did he make a pitch for contributions, yet he stressed that it was funds raised through the Alumni Association that often made the difference when decisions are on the line. In admissions, the Academy faces stiff'er competition from the offerings presented by state and private colleges and universities.

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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 e: FShamer@aol.com Tory Harper departed yesterday, 3 May, enroute to her summer home in Westerly, RI. During her sojourn here, she thoroughly upgraded the flowers, the gardens, and the planters. People, be sure that she is an energetic person, just full of good ideas. She will get home in stages, stopping with daughters and grand-daughters on the way home. I will miss her assistance with the Class column which I will type (left hand on left shift key and right hand busy at bunt and peck). This will slow me down.

Bill Brinckloe is still taking chemotherapy three times a week and is limiting himself to maintaining our Class Directory. His services, like mine, may peter out. He should be an addressee on all changes of address, deaths, and temporary changes.

Bill Gregg is in a straggle with leukemia. It has laid him low all winter. Charlie Putman is the Altemate Coordinator for the Midwest Region. President Jack Slaughter will be after someone to replace Charlie as Alternate.

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Bob Erly, Ellie and Vic Wildt, Priscilla (Wescott) Huber, and Russ Wallace

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After the lunch, Bess and Jack drove to Williamsburg to visit ftiends and to Smithfield Station for lunch with Mary and Zeke Soucek.

Other than having the same illness, getting older, they are fine and happy. After all, many are not privileged to live as long as they have.

I hear that if we are to get past 85 in good health, we statistically are a good bet to get 15 more years.

Last Call submissions should all follow the format you see to those published in Shipmate, no matter who writes it, family. Region Coordinator or Altemate Coordinator. If these all screw it up, I must change it.

"Rates" change throughout the years. A member of 1991 emailed me the fact that they were the last class to have a Plebe Summer.

He also told me of the Class of 1999 as told to him by a member of that Class: First Class to be issued BGMJS (Blue and Gold Midshipmen jogging suits. Jogging suits made of nylon)—these in addition to the issue sweats. First Class having parking tags (there is not enough 1/C parking space for the Class) some do not get a tag. Tags are Commandant of Midshipmen controlled; some do not get to park on the yard.

Ouch!

Remember when 1939 got their issue items delivered to their rooms (vice walking those items upfromthe store? Getting out of high shoes? Getting mbber heals?)

P.S.—Tom Nixon recommends Vicksburg, 47 Days of Siege, by A. A. Hoehling, to anyone in the Vicksburg story. The author is a recognized military writer The Army Times Publishing Company, Prentice Hall, Englewood CUffs, NJ, may have it in stock.

Contact Tom. Keep Rewin'with '37!

65th Reunion. As promised at the 60th Reunion, your Class Officers have initiated planning for the next major affair. Bob McNitt has graciously agreed to chair the Annapolis event, which will be scheduled in May 2003, prior to the commencement of Commencement Week, as was the case for our 60th. We will keep you informed of progress right here. (That's just a special incentive to read the column.)

62nd Mini-Reunion. Deke has a full report on the great Columbia River craise, but I want to add that Sylvia and I made a pre-craise trip up Mt. Hood to find a raging blizzard. We learned that there is year-round skiing at 7,000 feet, so let this be another place for our ragged and adventurous peers to tackle.

Class Comer We won't challenge your eyelids with complete details on the hydrology, geology, ichthyology, flora, or fauna of the Columbia and Snake rivers through Hells Canyon. So simply, '38 has been to hell and gone for a 62nd mini reunion. Starting 28 April, with a reception for 40 at the Portland Marriott Hotel laid on by Lori Paget, our AAA agent and ally of Class organizers, Anne and Bob Schelling, we sailed on SpiRrr OF ALASKA (78 passengers) the 29th with an inauspicious delay as the crew contested with a cracked cylinder liner in the main diesel. The delay was fully assuaged by canceled bar tabs and a bottle of Champagne on every cabin pillow (after all we do have our price). Then things looked much better with scenery and weather holding at the best for the craise. Jack Mansfield and ourselves took over cabin 102, forward near the keel and quietest location on the deck plan (which we discovered did not show the bow thruster tunnel, its thunder fortunately infrequent). Cabin exploration didn't take long, seconds in fact, but then we worked out a series of maneuvers essential to putting on shoes, turning around, Annual Membership: 32% or opening a bag in a mutually coordinated Life Membership: 53% way. We speculated on bow Peggy and sixfoot-plus Hugh Robinson were doing as we Pres: RADM M. H. Rindskopf, USN (Ret.) danced on the head of a pin. At another time e: mrindskopf@earthlink.net we'll detail for you the showering procedure, Chairman, Washington Area: and in particular the moves to bend over for a CAPT J. M. McDoweU, USN (Ret) dropped bar of soap. But these efficiencies h: 703-751-6144 were minimal as virtually all our waking time Sec'y: CAPT D. K. Ela, USN (Ret) 3260 N. 12th St., #3329, Grand Junction, CO 81506 was spent watching the scenes of the Gorge, h: 970-256-7174; f: 970-256-9120; e: dkela@gj.net the locks, huge generators, fish ladders, and Hells Canyon. There was time to read Now Presidents Corner Board of Trustees. Three Class Presidents This, the sparkling humor and career chalare finally full-fledged members of the Alumni lenges of Judie Muller, Jack Muller's daughAssociation Board of Trastees giving us, as ter of ABC television news, and now author. the largest constituency, an opportunity to You must seek this rich slim autobiography.

Margaret and Frank Jones had ample time bring our ideas to the fore in Association business. You are again invited to feed me any ideas to do their walks on our daily shore excursions. which you believe merit consideration by all. Ralph Weymouth contributed the most exIn two years, the Board wiU have seven Class citement when under mysterious circumstances at Multnomah Falls he lost Lo. She Presidents.

This important step has generated a prob- commandeered a tour bus, caught up with us lem for many Classes—from the 1950s to at Bonniville Dam and jogged bis memory.

2000—with respect to the term of office for There were no further incidences nor suspitheir President, and may cause some revision cions of motivation. Other behavioral traits of Class bylaws or charters. Our bylaws are surfaced at breakfasts. Dick Church, Joe Cassidy, and Jim Douglas and ourselves freopen-ended as to Class Officers' terms.

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quently showed up for the early moming coffee and continental servings in the lounge, and then, never satisfied, reappeared for the full menu in the dining room with respectively Carol (our newest and most welcome '38 spouse), Terri, and Sally. Becky and Charlie Akers and Barbara and Pat Foley successfully anchored, need a better word like raconteured, our cocktail reminisces. We shouldn't skip the able embellishments of Gigi and Phil Beshany, nor Beverly and Bud Wolfe, sage of Northem California, nor more of San Diego, irrepressible Kitty and El Ogle. Sylvia and Mike were busy everywhere as he made the announcements and kept us organized.

Rett Trickey and son Alan get our salute for urging their ages up the ship's ladders and otherwise whipping fore and aft by wheel chair.

That's '38.

The really warm touch to our group came from the lovely, lively, gay and gregarious widows: from the distant East Coast, Jean Mason with Peggy Washington, Emily Lynch with Fran Pearson, Ro Brown and daughter RoAnne Ryan; from California, Peri Worthington, Merylin Bowers; from nearby Washington, Connie O'Neill with Eloise Johnson. They are a joy and are our corporate memories for those of us with, shall we say, less acute faculties. Never underestimate the exuberance, to coin a phrase.

Our craise took us past Tongue Point on the Columbia where Patty Hauck had recalled was the site of the PBY-5 crash that took Classmate Chuck Reimann's life on 8 March 1942.

Mike picked up on it, and made arrangements to drop a memorial wreath in the water with an appropriate citation. Main engine problems prevented performing the ceremony from the ship, but the skipper provided '38ers a bus from berth to the river side point. Mike cited Chuck's record and after a moment of silence, bis former destroyer mate. Bud Wolfe, cast a wreath of flowers on the Columbia waters.

This act of closed ranks, the tightest of buddies, created a note of respect in the crew and other passengers.

There were daily shore excursions to points of interest in an area rich in the history of Lewis and Clark, the Oregon Trail, and the development of a land endowed with natural resources: fishing, farming, transportation, a prehistory of volcanic cataclysms and the Gorge formation.

The jet boat skimming the rapids in Hells Canyon of the Snake River was exhilarating, but not disturbing to mountain sheep who watched us roar by. So it was with regret to return to Portland and scatter our various ways. After dropping Jack in Port Orchard, WA, we took off across British Columbia and some breathtaking scenery to make a point of standing at the top of the Columbia River, Lake Columbia, i.e. having seen the whole thing. Thence home via Glacier (eight inches of new snow), Yellowstone (couldn't get to the top of the Snake River without a back pack so passed on it), and Flaming Gorge. Y2k is already a memorable year, nothing's better than a '38 Reunion!

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Bon ami aside, there is sad news to convey.

Herb Mandel lost Ann on 5 April. Services were held in New London on the 11th and she rests in the Beth-El cemetery, Groton. Herb wished to acknowledge the Class flowers with many thanks and the calls from many of the Washington group. Memorial donations may be made to Congregation Beth-El, 660 Ocean Ave., New London, CT 06320.

George Neel, under Hospice care, passed away on 14 May. His memorial service was held at the First Presbyterian Church in Burlingame on the 23rd attended by Larry Pierce, Dave Harris and Bud Wolfe. Lorette, very thankful for our condolences, advised that the Class memorial be addressed to the Hospice Care Center, V.A. Hospital, #801 Miranda Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94304-1290.

Then on 17 May, Dave Harris advised that Ginny had passed away, a sudden development. Then we have word of Dottie Grell's passing in April, but have no date of services as yet. Our memorial is donated to the American Cancer Society, 2730 Ellsmere Ave., Norfolk, VA 23513-2437.

On a happier note, the oldest member of the Class reached 86 on 16 April and advised that all $3 bills be sent c/o Jake Ready. He adds to our email listing. And Ralph Weymouth is meandering after the craise in a wide swath among children and friends with no hint of getting home and sends his many thanks to those responsible for the reunion. Joe Cassidy has also sent a note of the great renewal at the reunion. Jean Mason is another on the move, but takes a moment to send another note of thanks along with those from Peggy Washington for a great craise. Pat Foley's only regret was our shrinking numbers and he has supplied us with picmres. Chris Johnson sends along his appreciation for the news of Classmates and activities (we've got good correspondents, Chris!). Willy Watts advises that he has two '38 Lucky Bags available, and one each of '35 and '36. Write him at 2300 Big Cove Road, Huntsville, AL 35801-1350.

There were Class lunches in Washington and San Diego. On 25 May there were 27 at the Army-Navy CC: Robinsons, Beshanys, Raymers with daughter Susan from Juneau, Fleps, Rindskopfs, Arthurs, Jones, McDowell, Annabella Dubois, Muriel Welles, Rosalie Brown, Carter, Conrad, Dwyer, Gugliotta, Betty Luby, Kay Owen, Florrie Schroeder, Bill Hunnicutt. Bob Carter showed the tape of the Reimann memorial to

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good effect and then his tape of the 1990 joint luncheon and the annual picnic at the Owens' when we gave them the plaque for 30 years of faithful Class service. The remembrance was deeply appreciated by Kay. Bob also passed out copies of the directory distributed on the craise. (Sec'y note: we have made a number of corrections to the original called to our attention in the interim. A note and a $2 bill will get you a copy by retum mail.)

Swede reports the lunch bunch for April was down to two, so he and Bill Ratliff had their own pleasant gab fest. They expect a good tum out for June at the new multi-bucks Admiral Baker Golf Club and will hold forth there every fourth Thursday, 11:30 a.m. Wandering sailors take note.

Salutes It is reported that the Class Sec'y, bearer of a Class of '38 logo on his T-shirt, crossed the finish line first of the three nuts in the 85-yearold bracket of the annual Bolder Boulder 10k ran. There were a record number of entrants, 44,000, and a record temperature at 91 degrees F. No one, citizens or pros, could equal former times in that heat.

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Top Secret material to Third Naval District Headquarters: If I lost a publication, the court martial convened to prosecute me, would consider me akin to the German guide dog who served his fifth owner—after he led the first under a bus, the second off a pier, the third under a train and the fourth into very busy traffic.

But Herb's book tells a good story well and w i t h m a r k e d a c c u r a c y ! D e s p i t e all the Kriloffisms.

Cruise: Coiuiie O'Neill, Mary Anne Schelling

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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: docabbot@aol.com Herb KrUofif sent his newly published book, Officer of the Deck—with a forward by Ned Beach—to me from his home in Yarra, near Melbourne, Australia. It arrived in a package, so tough in its material that I couldn't slit it open by using a very sharp butcher's knife. I finally sawed it open. It was like sawing through a cinder block. Was it worth the effort? Wel-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1. Here are some excerpts: Pigs wandered aimlessly up and down the dirt streets (under the Nipa shacks in Zamboanga) like vagrants looking for jobs.

Or, The fully deserved hangover next day was accompanied by remorse, regret and silent thanks for having survived. My stomach was apparently composed of a stainless steel plate.

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Fred Clarke writes from San Diego: It was a beautiful day for our monthly ' 39 luncheon at Reuben's on the Bay. Attending were: Bob Bames, Skeet Bemis, Bob Brent, Fred Clarke, Bob Dexter, Art Fischer, Bob Barker, Slugger Mathews, Doc Norton, Rog Paine, Tom Walker, Bob Wallingford, Bob Barnes, Johnny Weatherwax and Ray ZoeOen (That's six "Bobs" at one luncheon!)

We didn't accomplish anything but had a pleasant diversion.

Roman and Nancy Mrozinski Danny Weitzenfeld had the brilliant idea that to get a large turnout of' 39ers at the April Washington luncheon, the trick was to also invite them to bring their wives and girl friends. This worked well since there were 57 people at the luncheon. The '39ers there, were: Paul Loustaunau, J.C. Lawrence, Vad Utgoff, Bob Wood, Norm Bennett, Fred Kittler, Gerry Norton, Stan Hindman, Dave Bill, Ned Beach, Bill Ruhe, Jim Coleman, Bing Gillette, Murray Frazee, Stan Claypoole, Roman Mrozinski, Jeff Miller, Pres Shamer, Jim Glennon, Dick Moss, Bob Green and Bud Gore. (Butch Coulter cancelled at the last minute to take his Danny Weitzenfeld 77

wife Maria to Betiiesda.) Tom Bell inexplicably failed to show and Flip Anderson was tied up with H.R. Block. But Flip's wife Carolyn arranged for the menu and did the floral arrangements on the center of each table. Great people!

This good turnout is visual proof that our slogan of "Stay alive with ' 3 9 " is viable. Bob Merritt, Carl Pfeifer, Jim Smith, and Charlie Chandler were searched for, and didn't show— but are known to be seriously ailing.

Ned Beach said he was off to his Kattegat, Sweden, retreat on 28 May, for the rest of the summer. Get a movie made from one of your books and buy a dream house! Right?

The promised anti-West Point joke for this month is: "Only 7 percent of West Point grads drive 1955 Chevrolet pickup tracks." Pretty subtle, eh?

Several Classmates in a friendly (?) fashion told me how they violently disliked my use of the term "Middies" for Naval Academy Midshipmen. OK for the ROTC crowd? How about "Mids." That's "even worse." So from now on I'll clearly define the Midshipmen that I ' m writing about, as those from the U.S. Naval Academy. Or just not write about them?

Tom Weschler writes from his new address, 111 Harrison Ave. D2, Newport, RI 028403378: 1 finally visited our 50th state, Hawaii. We loved it. Trina was very upset with me for never having had duty there. On 19 March, Lillian and Joe Vasey hosted a delightful luncheon for us at the Outrigger Canoe Club at Waikiki—with Cathy Cooper, Bud Cooper's widow included. Joe Vasey was propping for an intemational group to talk about the Pacific theater, with a focus on the Taiwan/China situation. Lillian was recovering from hip surgery and expects to ride around more easily than in the last few months. We stayed at the Hale Koa—a great place. While in Kauai, had a pleasant visit with Betsy and Al Toulon. Al is fully recovered from kidney surgery. In Maui, we passed Schofield Barracks, where the Japanese came through the pass en route to the ships in Pearl Harbor 1 noted that the battleship MISSOURI is now moored 200 yards from the Arizona Memorial. Here in Newport we see Billy Boatwright. She is doing well, is still busy, interested in politics, and always a force to be reckoned with.

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Doc Abbot Doc Abbot, summarizing the "Thirty Niners On Line," lists 47 of the aol.com crowd—with the deceased Al Robertshaw and Bobby Stuart deleted. The later gave his computer to his grandson. Doc admits he's a Johnnie-comelately to this world of the Internet. Doc said: When I used it only for email, I paid a cheap price of $9.95 a month. But since shifting over to unlimited time on line, I find a lot of uses for my computer Looking for a book, 1 call up Amazon.com. To get the latest bulletin out of Cirms Design Corporation with regard to my airplane, 1 dial up www.cirrusdesign.com and get a world of info. If any one of you has discovered a particularly useful source of information on the Internet, how's to share it with me.

In last month's column. Grant Rogers was securely ensconced in bis spacesuit and on bis way to outer space to do a repair job on the orbiting station. Within days of this news, I found an article in the Post describing the 16,600-mile, relay carrying of the Olympic flame from Athens to Sydney, Australia, for this year's Olympic Games, via northeast Australia. This required that the flaming torch, be lit on 12 May 2000, and then carried underwater by a Scuba-swimmer, under the waves of the Great Barrier Reef. (A special rig is needed to keep the torch buming, when under water.)

The Torch is expected to arrive in Sydney on 15 September 2000.

This will be duck soup for our '39 adventurer. Grant. So I sent a note asking if he would be available to represent '39 in this intemational display of cooperation and good will.

He would! And here's bis reply, received in today's mail of 22 May. Bill—many thanks for this info. I've already been accepted for the 2002 winter games in Salt Lake City. At 87 I will be the oldest, so far, to help run the Torch in three total Olympiads and livedX At least I won't have to use a water-burning funnel—sounds like something you Submariners could have used!

Passed all the Cosmonaut tests in Russia's Training Center last March. They train all the cosmonauts at Star City—about 30 miles east of Moscow.

He makes you proud to be a '39er!

Bing Gillette, with a heavy patch over hii right eye, revealed that he had a detached retina. And that it was being reattached with laser surgery. Bing expects his vision to be soon restored. But he's still blind as a bat in his right eye.

John Hodapp sent a note that gave his new address: 1104 Sixth Ave. North, Great Falls, M T 59401-1583. Below his note was a reminder of his glory days as: "One-time Literary Assistant to C.S. Forester."

A few sad notes: Bob Wadsworth's wife, Louise, died on 19 April 2000; Dewey K. Mitchell, (a nongrad who was honorably discharged as a Midshipman) died on 3 May; Steve "Slick" Johnson died on 25 April; belatedly, Dick Gould's wife, Mary, died on 11 April; Earl Compton Moore, a nongrad died on 7 November 1999; and Ted Ustick died on 10 May. The 82 and over crowd are really taking it on the chin, and we m o u m for these losses and extend our deepest sympathies for their children and loved ones.

S e v e r a l p e o p l e o b s e r v e d that Prime Komahrens name was not mentioned at the Memorial Service (held at the 60th in the Naval Academy Chapel) as a deceased '39er. No mea culpa. But here's an attempt to straighten out this omission. The Class apologetically regrets this error.

Anderson and Stiles The Executive Committee recommended we forget the buying of Dean Mosher's Battle of Mobile Bay. And on Willy Stiles recommendation, the Class considered a trip up the Columbia River in Oregon, to the Snake River for our 65th Reunion. Going in 2002 was considered "too soon."

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Burke, Mary and Bill Carpenter, Helen D'Arezzo, Mary Anne and Phil EckerL Chris and Mike Hanley, Joan Healey and the Rev. Tom Heath, (Dick Heath's brother), Loretta Hechler, Julianne and Ted Hill, Margaret and Ajax Hiller, Scotti and George Kronmiller, Helen Longino, Marge and Ed Muhlenfeld, Charlotte and Pat Patterson, Margaret Schneider, Wick and Tad Stanwick, Penny and Hugh Vickery, and Dee Winters and daughter, Wendy. Here are a few pictures showing that a good time was had by all.

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Pres: CAPT WUUam M. Carpenter, USN (Ret) 1119 Aquia Drive, Stafford, VA 22554 Sec'y: CAPT Jacob V. Heunark, 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 What better place to start oiu- 61st year than on the West Coast.

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Snuffy Smith reported that the BAG Spring champagne luncheon at Los Gatos was enjoyed by all. Attending were Isabel and Swede Carlson, Betty and Pat Clancy, Joyce Crowther and Ben Frana, Toshiko and Ozzie Osborne, Gloria Sweatt and Snuffy Smith.

Here are a couple pictures which show that champagne luncheons are the way to go.

To get away from Santa Barbara's winter weather, Betty and Bob Newcomb, son, Peter Alexander and his wife, Carmela chartered a 40-foot sloop for a week visiting many of the Windward islands in the Caribbean. With wonderful snorkeling in the Tobago Cays, needless to say they had a grand time.

Thirty-one gathered on 12 May at the Annapolis Yacht Club for the spring luncheon.

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This month it is my pleasure to present the career as a Marine Corps Officer of our Classmate, Col Gordon West. In many ways it was an extraordinary one, and certainly his experiences were most interesting.

He began bis military life as a Plebe in the Class of 1939 with now Vice Admiral Vincent DePoix '39 as his roommate. All went well until early in 1937 when complications from an ear infection led to four months hospitalization. Reading this should make us all feel grateful for the discovery of penicillin.

Unable to complete his first Plebe year, he was turned back into '40 and given recuperative leave until Plebe Summer was over. While that was a fun time for him, joining a Class where he knew no one was hard. Most of the bonding with Classmates occurs during Plebe Summer with much less taking place once the academic year has started.

The fall semester was a cinch for Gordon, since it was a repeat for him. He then completed Plebe year and, like all of us, had a wonderful Midshipman craise with visits to England, Germany, and Madeira Island before retuming to enjoy youngster leave.

In March 1938 of youngster year Gordon resigned, took a job and then applied for and received a commission in the Marine Corps Reserve. In November 1940 Gordon was called to active duty as executive officer of a battery of the 22nd Artillery Battalion that was integrated into the 2nd Marine Division before deployment. Gordon's battery commander was President Roosevelt's son, James. A close friendship between the two developed that lasted until James died.

In May 1941 the 6th Marine Regiment was deployed to Iceland where they relieved British troops. There was little for them to do there except survive the winter. After we were in the war. Army units began arriving, so by spring, these Marines retumed to the U.S. and moved by train to Califomia to ready themselves for deployment in the Pacific.

Gordon was promoted to first lieutenant and three weeks later donned captain's bars. He was then given command of an artillery battery in the newly formed 22nd Marine Regiment. He also bought a car and got a few days leave, long enough to get married and move into a small apartment in La Jolla.

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the regiment was disembarked and set up their base. British authorities on the island of Savaii, a few miles away, then asked for a Marine officer to come to Savaii to act for the Island govemor. Gordon was picked to go there. It seems there were four sovereign chiefs, each controlling part of the island. After several fascinating weeks, Gordon convinced these feuding chieftains that there was enough warring going on without theirs.

Their next stop was at a far-off island named Wallis to replace another Marine battalion sent to fight on Guadalcanal. The trip was via a freighter with absolutely no troop facilities. On the Island, supplies were scarce to non-existent, with no refrigeration or adequate mosquito protection. As a result, many came down with malaria, dengue fever and pneumonia.

Gordon spent ten miserable days in their field hospital suffering from dengue.

In May 1943 Gordon was promoted to major and his unit began loading out to invade Eniwetok. Gordon then came down with the dreaded filariasis and ended up retuming to the States for treatment, followed by six months limited duty. To miss leading his unit into combat was a deep disappointment for him.

Duty then took him to Washington to handle assignment of USMC artillery officers. Before long he was ordered to the USMC Command and Staff School where, on graduation, he was kept on as an instractor for one Class.

His health recovered, he then got orders to the 2nd Marine Division which was busy invading Saipan. On arrival, he relieved an old friend as executive officer, 2nd battalion, 10th Marines. There he participated in this hard fought battle until the island was secure, with the unit then assigned to provide protection for the nuclear bomber bases until the war ended.

After Japan's surrender, the 10th Marines deployed to the Nagasaki region of Japan, helping keep the peace until Gordon retumed home in May 1946 to enjoy 90 days of accumulated leave. Taking a job during those three months convinced Gordon that he wanted a regular commission in the Marine Corps. It came through that year.

Continuing on active duty as embarkation officer in San Francisco, Gordon made the arrangements for moving replacement troops and dependents. There were no accommodations for putting up women and children so when Gordon learned that the San Francisco Women's City Club was available, he assisted in its acquisition. Many thanks, Gordon, for the pleasures many of us have gotten at what is well known today as the Marines Memorial Club.

After four months at the Armed Forces Public Information School, his orders were to set up a USMC public relations office in Los Angeles to handle such things as movie studio and media relations. In this assignment he was involved in coordinating script approval and arranging service cooperation for such outstanding films as "The Sands of Iwo Jima" and "The Flying Leathemecks," featuring top stars such as John Wayne. As a result, Gordon be80

came acquainted with many of the key people of those days in the movie industry.

To promote recraitment of Marines, Gordon devised, produced and partially wrote a very popular weekly program called "The Marine Corps Show" that ran nationwide on prime time on NBC. At that same time, a Reserve Marine Corps major, then head of Publicity at Wamer Brothers, started a local program called "Toys for Tots" ran by Reserve Marines. Gordon saw how collecting Christmas gifts for needy children could be of great value to the Marine Corps. So he convinced Headquarters, Marine Corps to take this program nationwide. To this day, Toys for Tots continues to bring much favorable publicity to the Marine Corps.

When Gordon was promoted to lieutenant colonel in 1950, he asked for duty in the Korean war. Instead, he was ordered to attend the Senior School at Quantico. Graduation brought assignment to instractor duty. Finally he was sent to Korea where he commanded the 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines.

There was heavy fighting along the Panmunjon corridor north of Seoul with his unit in the midst of the fight. The closer the war came to ending, the harder the Chinese fought. When the fighting stopped on 27 May 1953, his unit had suffered losses, especially among forward spotters and observers. For his part during the last four months of this war, Gordon was recommended for the Bronze Star, and was made executive officer of the Regiment.

In early 1954, Gordon received orders to come to Washington to be senior aide to the Coimnandant of the Marine Corps, General Lemuel C. Shepherd. His duties were to act as the general's chief of staff, office gatekeeper, occasional speechwriter, and to do whatever else the general wanted him to do.

The Commandant traveled a lot and on many trips Gordon accompanied him. A special one was to Australia to dedicate "Gates of Honor" at Camp Balcombe near Melbourne as a tribute to the Marines who had fought so valiantly in Guadalcanal. This camp was where the 1st Marine Division came to recoup after the Japanese were defeated there. Even now, almost 60 years since that epic battle, the people of Australia love Americans for protecting them at the time all their troops were off fighting in North Africa.

Soon after retuming, the general asked Gordon, "When does the next plane leave for Paris?" Gordon replied, "I don't know sir, but I'll find out." "You'd better, you're on it."

During World War I, the general was a member of the USMC force in France that won the hard fought battie of Belleau Woods, which kept the Huns from taking Paris. After WWII, on visits to this battlefield, be noted that the only record of the Marine's victory there was solid rows of white grave markers in this American cemetery. To rectify this, he asked Felix de Weldon, the sculptor of the famed Iwo Jima Monument, to create a simple plaque in French and English telling that the two Ma-

rine Regiments had been victorious there.

DeWeldon didn't think tills was adequate so instead, he designed a seven-foot tall bronze bas reUef of a WW I bare-chested Marine to be set on a 10-foot high block of black Swedish granite. When Gordon asked him where he plaimed to assemble it, the answer was, "I'm not!"

So Gordon had to locate and then get the two parts to the cemetery, have them assembled, pick a proper site for this monument and gain approval from the NatiO^Eal Battle Monuments Commission for what he planned to do. Also, he arranged for the dedication ceremony that involved the French Govemment, the U.S. Embassy and SHAPE. The dedication was a complete success, which greatiy pleased Gen Shepherd and attending WWI Marines who had fought there.

Gordon's next assignment was to be an Assistant Naval Attache in London. There he served with our Classmate George Kronmiller. Not only was this a choice assignment; it was one for which Gordon was both well suited and well prepared. The focus of his duties was developing up-to-date landing beach surveys for the European theater.

During this assignment, he got to know a wide range of interesting and important people.

He, his wife and two sons took advantage of opportunities they had to enjoy wonderfiil driving vacations around Europe. When promotion to colonel and assignment to Camp Lejeune arrived, the Wests left London with happy memories and many new friends.

Col West was kept busy arranging use of training facilities for the Infantry Training Regiment that received all graduate recruits until he was given command of that regiment.

An enjoyable diversion was attending the commissioning of ENTERPRISE, with Gordon's Plebe year roommate, her first commanding officer.

After two years there, Gordon was chosen to attend the National War College. While there he eamed a master's degree by taking extra courses at nearby colleges. This challenging and veiy satisfying year was followed by very responsible duties at the Defense InteUigence Agency.

Two years later, Gordon was off to Vietnam for duty as chief of staff of the 1 st Marine Division, then based in Chu Lai. The division faced well-trained Viet Cong troops who were masters of booby traps and experts at mining probable access paths. Gradually the Marines forced their enemy from the area, but not without suffering considerable losses. For his part in this success, Gordon was awarded the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with gold star, and

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later, the Legion of Merit with V. When tills tour ended. Col West retumed to Washington to head up the Policy Analysis Division at Marine Corps Headquarters. There he found it hard to take the general public's hostile reaction to die fighting forces who had done their best, often at considerable cost of life and limb, to carry out the orders from govemment leaders. This helped Gordon decide to close out his military career by retiring.

Isn't this a remarkable story about a Classmate that we have the good fortune to share with '39? My hope is that you will agree with me that this Classmate who did his every task so well deserves a "Well Done, Gordon," from us all.

"Sign of growing older—You got cable for it's hourly weather reports."

After sending Andrew Bryan some photos taken at the inurnment of his grandfather's ashes at Annapolis, Andrew wrote me: I especially liked the one of the Commander giving the flag to Uncle Bud. My mother told me that grandpa and grandma were blessed with many wonderful friends.

I hope I'll get to visit the Naval Academy some day. Grandpa loved the Navy.

We, Bill's Classmates, hope that someday, Andrew will become a Midshipman who will bring honor to his grandfather. Bill Bryan.

our Navy more effective. His unique experience and active mind enabled him to not only do this, but also to be heard by those who followed this Navy pioneer.

Here is a paper Dick wrote that demonstrates how he saw ways our Navy could become better It relates to submarine prototyping and was inspired by Richard Boyle's article rifled, "Bound in Shallows and Miseries" in the October 1996 issue of Naval Proceedings. Here follow Dick's ideas: Harking back to the remarkable ALBACORE which achieved such high speed and maneuverability because of its tmly streamlined shape, he recommends we retum to this shape before going into production for littoral warfare.

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568) and SEAWOLF (SS-575) I vividly remember ALBACORE and many other designs: • K-1, small and quiet with huge sonar later installed in SEAWOLF

• REGULus-boats with hangar and launch facilities • SSP boat with large topside tank for troops • SSK boats for fighter direction following

square.

SEAWOLF never found TULLIBEE; TULLIBEE

Here is a picture of Sis and John Lacouture celebrating Sis's 80th birthday. Clearly, this was a happy occasion for them both.

Farewells Dusty Rhodes just leamed that Edward A. Agonis died in Bridgeport, CT, on 27 December No details are available.

For '40, losing three Classmates on 5 May made it a sad day. Not since Pearl Harbor have we lost that many in one day. They were: Richard B. Laning, Russell O. Merrill and Abraham C. Campo, PN. Unfortunately, I have no details to report on either Russ or Abe. Maybe next month.

To the families of each of these four distinguished Classmates, we of '40 send deeply felt condolences. Remember that your losses are our losses too.

As a farewell tribute to Dick Laning, it seems particularly appropriate that we note how this dedicated, highly talented naval officer kept busy thinking about ways to make Shipmate, July-August 2000

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• GuPPY Alterations-Snorkeled and Streamlined • SST boats as training targets, low cost and small crew • X - 1 , a small five man boat with hydrogen peroxide diesel engine • NR-1 nuclear deep diving research boat with small crew • TRITON, a two reactor boat that made the first submerged circumnavigation • Various ARCTIC navigation and penetration systems • TuLLiBEE, a small, very quiet nuclear sub with few crew TuLLiBEE really impressed me as the future for submarine warfare against submarines. Before I left SEAWOLF, and after much practice at sub vs. sub, I arranged a daylong SEAWOLF vs. TULLIBEE exercise in a 30-mile

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what happens in a submarine control room seem archaic.

• Prove a hull disassembly ring seal as is used in torpedoes so production and maintenance can be much cheaper and modularity can be increased.

• Prove a fuel cell powered submarine. In littoral wars, it will not be necessary that all submarines have global high speed.

It is possible that all three of these efforts could be made in one boat.

Once again we see why Dick was such an able leader and inspirer to those who followed in his footsteps. He will be missed as a trae professional as well as a friend to many. The Navy gained much when he chose our service for his lifework.

As you head off on your last adventure Dick, always keep a Green Board. —Jake Only '40 is 4.0

never lost SEAWOLF! In spite of its effectiveness, TULLIBEE was not popular with its crew. Low surface speed meant it was always last into port at the end of the day I By the time we had the THRESHER class with shape, speed and quieting, the Russian Navy was rapidly building towards a 400 submarine force. Production was in order As a result, there has been little prototyping since. Facing low production rates, approaching obsolescence, and with their responsibilities, it's no surprise that the "operators" want production.

Maybe now it is time to do some prototyping once again.

I suggest there are three prototype tests that might be undertaken, which could prove to be valuable.

• Maximize crew reduction by computer automation. The very rapid advances in computers make this a most promising field.

Present day aircraft operated by only one or two people are vehicles, which at very high speeds do most of the same vehicular functions as submarines. These aircraft make

Chmn & Sec'y: CAPT Victor Delano, USN (Ret) 5610 Wisconsin Ave., Apt # 1409 Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4439 h: 301-215-7532 e: Vdelano@aol.com Here is exciting good news. The 2nd Company, which we sponsor, is the first color company of the 21st century. The company wardroom representative, MIDN Joshua D. Powers has already thanked us for sponsoring the company and, by our contributions to their wardroom, adding to the high company moral which was a most important factor in winning.

Doesn't that make you feel good? It does me because I spent the first three years in the 11th Company and I think the highest we reached was after a year of Herculean effort we climbed to 10th place from 12th! Congratulations to the 2nd Company and remember to look for them at our 60th Review.

A most happy group of 28 enjoyed the annual May lunch at the Annapolis Yacht Club.

Jack Rogers arranged an excellent menu and Dick Miller took care of other details. A special g u e s t at t h e l u n c h w a s LT M i c k e y Thaxton '92 who has been designated Liaison Officer for our 60th Anniversary event.

He is an instractor in Seamanship and Navigation and bis father was in the Class of ' 6 2 .

In the more immediate future, our Class lunch will be on Thursday, 16 November, so as not to interfere with Thanksgiving. It will include a conducted tour of the historic and lovely Hammond Harwood House and also lunch, probably at the Irish Pub (formerly the Little Campus), which is a short walk up the street from the Hammond Harwood House. Leslie Nicholson has been good enough to make these arrangements for us and it should be most interesting. More details, such as the time, will be forthcoming.

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Academy Foundation to Lockheed Martin for its gift in support of the Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics. Specifically mentioned was CAPT Charles T. Burbage '69, USNR, the son of Mary and Mike Burbage. Charles is the executive vice president, customer requirements at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. Also in a recent Shipmate was an article by Ray Welch's son, John Welch '72, about the Navy's century of building submarines. John was Rickover-trained in reactors and submarines, joined Electric Boat as Planning Officer, then became President, and recently moved to General Dynamics in Washington, D.C, as vice president for the Marine Group which includes Electric Boat, Bath Iron Works and two West Coast ship repair facilities. Needless to say, Ray is deservedly proud of him.

Elise Deller wrote that their middle son, Steve, has recentiy been accepted in the sailing program as a civilian in charge of teaching Midshipmen to sail. We may get to see him during the 60th. A lot more pictures from the Febraary Ponte Vedra affair showed up and here are some of the best of people who might not have been included before.

Mary Love Strum, Betty Ball, Towney and Gerry Ball

Emily Davis, Styers, Caryl Hadler, and Murphy We have two newlyweds in the Class, Tommy Cocke and Harry Vincent. Other than that the Vincents were married last October, about all I can tell you now is that Tommy's bride's name is Lee and Harry's bride's name is Nancy.

Edwards and Shelleys George Hagerman bad a proud experience last winter in Florida and here is what he wrote: Our granddaughter, Keppel Wood, enlisted in the Navy about four years ago and became an ET (Intelligence). After appropriate schooling including survivor training she received orders to Japan where she became an aircrewman flying intelligence missions in the Western Pacific. She applied to OCS, was accepted and entered OCS at Pensacola in December 1999. She graduated on 25 Febmary 2000 as an intelligence officer She is now taking cryptography training at Pensacola and in September will report to a Security Group in England.

I was invited to be the guest speaker at the commissioning ceremony of Keppel's class of 46 new ensigns, including her and three other women. I reviewed the troops, made my speech and handed out the commissions.

It was a most pleasant experience, and one that 1 will never forget. I took this opportunity to present her with my sword (officers still carry them on dress occasions).

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Lee and Tommy Cooke The planning is moving forward for our big 60th. The latest count of attendees is 157 of which 90 are Classmates or widows. So far, 73 rooms have been requested at the Marriott.

The dinner craise can accommodate only 200 and 151 have already signed up! I hope that all the widows and children know that they are still part of our great Class of 1941 family.

We hope that they will feel free to join in revisiting our Navy origins and sharing memories with us. There will always be a place for them at the table and we look forward to welcoming them. Paula Conrey, the daughter of our Classmate, Paul Conrey, who was killed in World War II, has already let us know that she will be at the 60th and I hope there will be more. If anyone has need of a '41 Lucky Bag, please call W.P. Willis (wpwillisjr@erols.com) at 301-854-3663 and for $3 postage it's yours.

Dorothy and Jack Messer have moved again and this time into the Kingsmill section of Williamsburg. They have an excellent view of the golf course where the PGA tournament is held. They are almost on the 7th fairway and Jack says it is a very pretty view. Ernie Farkas reports that he and Betty have three greatgrandchildren, ages four, three and two. Not

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having statistics on great-grandchildren makes me wonder how many more there are in the Class. Please tell me.

With regret I have to tell you that John D. Malone's wife, Mary, died on 14 April after a long illness. Spud and I shared First Classmen during Plebe Year. I have talked to Spud since his loss and I know that his Classmates join in extending to him our sincere condolences.

Now about those July and August birthdays.

For July the stone is the raby which is supposed to mean contentment and for August the sardonyx or peridot signifying married happiness! The contented ones are first: Andrews, George Ball, Batcheller, Cocke, Davis, Easterbrook, Everly, Farkas, Fonvielle, Hagerman, Henning, Hines, Kelley, Loetterle, Marion, Newsom, Oliver, Somers, Thomas, Turner and Tom and Malcolm Wolfe. Last, here are the sardonyx/peridot types: Beatty, Costagliola, Cuccias, Daly, Delatour, Downer, Hudgins, Kinney, Kline, Koecher, Marquardt, Zeke Miller, Newport, Parry, Pugin, Shutt, Streiter, Thomson, Vanston, Walsh and Zirkle.

George Brandt's e: georgebrandtÂŽ home.com; Dave Byrd's e: dbyrd@san.rr.com; Olga Durgin has moved from Spain to 11700 Old Columbia Pike, Apt. 1708, Silver Spring MD 20904, 301-625-2665; Ev Hopkins' e: lytophop@dmv.com; Archie Kelley's fax: 480-471-7924; Hal Lockhart, 202 Westside Road, South Bristol, ME 04568; Dorothy and Jack Messer, 292 Littletown Quarter, Williamsburg, VA 23185; Carol Ann and Milt SUverman, correct zip is 91941 and e: miltonsilverman@earthlink.net; Dick Wright's correct e: vagabonw@aoI.com.

Gooding, Nancy and Bill Morrow, Anne and Layton Allen, Mary and John Rowan, Marion and Bill Montgomery, Betty and Frank Carter, Ginnie and Tom Smith. Kay Cole, Shirley and Harry Kelley, Irene and Mac MacKown, Betts and Bill Divine, Peggy Tofalo, Betty and Jack Crawford, Frank Andrews, Peg and Jake Glick, Cindy and Jack James, Bob Reilly and Liz, and Bob McWethy.

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The annual golf tournament held at the Medal of Honor Golf Course at Quantico, VA, was held under weather conditions that varied from poor to very poor. Precipitation was constant; light at times, heavier at other times; and the temperatures were more winter-like than spring-like. The participants deserve an accolade for finishing the toumament under such trying circumstances!

Eleven Classmates participated; the smallest number since the tournament started in 1983. Those coming from the greatest distances were veteran attendees Duke Harwood from Louisiana, Charley AUsopp and Bob Reilly from Florida, and Haile Salassie from Arizona. The locals included Jake Glick, Norm Nash, Swabo Rawson, Jerry Miller, Bill Montgomery, Hal Wynne, and JT. Dick O'Brien arrived at Quantico, scheduled to play, but due to unforeseen circumstances was unable to make it. A few were fortunate to be with him the night before at dinner Skip Hill, JT's brother and chief scorekeeper, Fred Frederici, USAF (NA '57), Skip Larsen '79, USMC, Chuck Campbell from the local Marine Corps League, and a friend of Swabo's, Jeff Bazis, filled in to make up the foursomes for Classmates who were unable to make it at the last minute.

Charlie Allsopp won the Marine Cup for low gross; Duke Harwood won the Quantico Cup for low net. The other winners were Jeff Bazis, second low gross (actually Jeff had the low gross but the trophy is always awarded to a Classmate); Fred Frederici, second low net; Chuck Campbell, third low gross; Jake Glick, third low net; Skip Hill, fourth low gross; Norm Nash, fourth low net; Jerry Miller, fifth low gross; and Skip Larsen, fifth low net. Jerry Miller had the longest drive. It is difficult to report that there was no "closest to the pin" award on no. 14, as no one landed on the green.

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Pres: CAPT James D. Small, USN (Ret) Sec'y: CDR R.S. Day, USN (Ret.) 2426 Chestnut St., FaUs Church, VA 22043-3052 I am starting this column with the two big April events: the spring Class luncheon in Annapolis on 13 April and the 13th Annual Mary E. Hill Golf Toumament USNA '42 on 19 April. Enjoy listing all of the participants to prove there are a number of us still alive and trying to kick.

The luncheon turned up Trilby and Max Duncan, Patricia and Swabo Rawson, Rufe Porter, Martha and Pappy Sims, Jane and Bob Stahl, Peggy and Buzz Betzel, Peggy and Bunky Hemdon, Peggy and Jim Small, Jan Evans and Bill Houser, Peggy BerginHubbell, Rene Griffith, Hap Day, Kieran and Jack Mitchell, Ann Beale, Rita and JT Hill, Barbara and Dale Reed, Martha Jane and Charlie Smith, Muff and Norm Nash, Edie and Frank O'Brien, Ruth Opp, Anne and Bill Richardson, Jo Ann and Jerry Miller, Joan and Richard Curtis, Shine Payne, Jack Hinchey, Betty and Walt Brandon, Joyce

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Duke Harwood and JT The late Chet Lee and Bob Prouty had been loyal and regular participants over the many years the toumament has been played.

All Classmates join the participants in prayers for them and their families.

Regrets were received from those unable to attend due to physical problems or conflicting commitments. These included Charlie Bishop, Bill Burchard, Jim Callendar, Dick Curtis, Max Duncan, John Marocchi, Bob McWethy, Bill Morrow, Jim O'Donnell, Dick Sewall, Pappy Sims, Paul Smith, Art Wamer, John Wallace, John Welch, Roy Werthmuller, John Rowan and Hap. We were indebted to Golf Professional Richard Standen and his staff, to Dennis Romine and his lovely wife, Gerry, for the outstanding meal they prepared, and to Peg Glick for the wonderful "brownies" she provided. Too many others helped to list them all, but I do want to acknowledge Jerry Miller who donated the trophies as he has in the past, and Duke Harwood, Bob McWethy, Bill Morrow, Jim O'Donnell, Dick Sewall, Pappy Sims, Paul Smith, Art Wamer, John Wallace, John Welsh, Roy Werthmuller, and John Rowan.

As in the past, photo coverage was provided by Rita Hill. She does an outstanding job and her photos over the past 19 years have enabled us to retain fond memories of this traditional event. Unfortunately, for the first time ever, the film processor lost the roll of film with most of the award presentations and the traditional group photo.

Looking forward to next year, the golf date is Tuesday, 17 April 2001. We hope to have a large turnout. In this respect, I would hope that all golfers will plan ahead so that there are no last minute conflicts. Entry forms will 84

be sent out the end of this year, but you should make a note now to attend.

And thanks to JT for his usual fine report.

Frank Andrews continues to update our Class Web page and to add to the list of Classmates with email addresses. We are receiving a trickle of email addresses and once the responses to the 60th survey are received, Bunky Herndon will print a new Class directory. In the interim, add the following: Diana and Jim Seamans-dijim@uswest.net; Igloo Foltapfolta@juno.com; Al Gallin-agallin@iu.net; Duke Harwood-Frithland@aol.com; Charles "Smokey" Smylie aka "Smokey" Johnston (at USNA)-smokey@ewol.com; Emst HoeferErborom@aol.com; and Willy Nyburgwilly42@ispcbannel.com. Frank has put a great deal of time and effort in establishing and maintaining the Web site. It is a remarkable and very worthwhile project which I am sure is visited by large numbers of Alumni.

Again, I plead for those of you who have email addresses to let Frank know at fandrews@ annapolis.net.

Diana and Jim Seamans are blessed with splendid health and made their annual trek to New Hampshire on 1 June for 15 weeks.

Charles "Smokey" Smylie answered our plea for email addresses and reported that be finished his annual physical the end of April and with just a few pills to keep his heart under control is good for a few more years. He changed his name from Johnston to Smylie in the middle of the war for a number of reasons too long to recite. His first wife was Retta McDowell, who lived in Annapolis our Second and First Class years. When the war ended and he resigned in late 1947 and spent all of his time at home, it turned out they were not very compatible. This led to a divorce and to his custody of their four children. Eventually, he found wife number number two (Ettie) and life has been as wonderful as the first try was awful. He keeps in touch with John Marocchi and Dave Peto. Don't know if Dave has email or not.

On Sunday, 7 May, The Class of '42 San Diego Submarine Group entertained Trilby and Max Duncan at a pot-luck dinner at the home

of Alnora and Charlie Bishop. In order to be politically correct and to avoid being accused of discrimination, the group also invited one token aviator and one token surface sailor.

Trilby and Max had just disembarked in San Diego after a craise from San Juan via the Panama Canal. They were accompanied by their daughter and son-in-law, and they had visited Araba and Cartagena prior to transiting the Canal. Although they were not allowed to leave the ship in the Canal Zone, being in the Canal was like retuming home as they were stationed in Panama in 1946-48. Passing under the bridge was thrilling since the bridge had been built after they were last in the area.

They also visited Costa Rica and several ports along the Mexican Riviera prior to stopping at San Diego.

Max brought the group up to date on the various and nefarious activities of the East Coast Classmates interspersed with lamentations about the state of the golf game with which all those present related. During drinks and hors d'oeuvres sea stories flew thick and fast, many of which were heard for their first time. Dinner included a great chicken dish prepared by Alnora, followed by key-lime pie prepared by Dot des Granges using home grown Umes. At the dinner were Trilby and Max Duncan, Alnora and Charlie Bishop, Dot and Maino des Granges, Shirley Hopley, Barbara and Dick Sewall, and Odette and John Davis.

Martha and Pappy Sims' grandson. Josh Sims, one of the top Ivy League midfielders of all time, has been named Ivy League player of the year in a vote of league coaches. A senior from Edgewater, MD, Josh is Princeton's fourth Ivy League Player of the Year and their career leader in goals by a midfielder with 96 which is sixth all-time overall in the program's history.

The Alumni Association has advised that they have received retumed mail reporting that Robert E. Thum died on 19 April 1999. No further information is available.

SPACEHAB, Inc., Chet Lee's employer at the time of his death, has established The Chester M. Lee Memorial Scholarship Fund.

You may contribute by sending a check payable to the fund care of Julie Mazzotti, Executive Assistant, SPACEHAB, Inc., 300 D Stt-eet, SW, Suite 814, Washington, D.C. Shirley and Mo March's ashes were inumed with full military honors at the ArUngton Cemetery columbarium on the aftemoon of 23 June.

In March, Ginnie and Tom Smith took off on a whirlwind voyage I suspect many of us might like to try. Ginnie described it as the one to end all trips as they ended up, literally at the end of the world. They flew to Rio for a week during Camivaleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;an experience she reported one has to see to believe, especially the "Las Scala Gay Ball." They found themselves laughing so hard they were reduced to tears. Members of a group of eleven souls, they embarked on the Holland American Line NooRDAM visiting Montivideo, Buenos Aires, Shipmate, July-August 2000

skipping the Falkland Islands where 60-foot waves kept tiiem at sea, and then rounded Cape Horn which was awesome. They went up the coast to Puerto Arenas, Puerto Montt, and finally Valpairiso, Chile, and on to Santiago to fly to Newark and then home. Wow! Bill Houser went south in February to visit Lucy and Buck Adams in Key West. Also present were their son. Miller, and his wife.

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Bill followed that visit with a happy reunion witii Kitty and Bill Brewster at their Jekyll Island, GA, home. This summer they are moving back to Atlanta to be near daughter Susan.

They reported all is well.

Bill, Kitty, Bill Brewster On 13 Febraary, Hank Sweitzer married Ruth Heist in the Alsasce Lutheran Church Kissinger Chapel before relatives and close friends. The Class of '42 was represented by Peggy and Harry Rice. They have moved into Ruth's house: 116 N. Miller St., Shillington, PA; 610-777-3261. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the government's first purchase of a submarine, HOLLAND, for $160,000 the Reading Chapter of the Sub Vets WWII held a memorial service in City Park with Hank as the principal speaker. Under cloudy skies, he spoke to the veterans and their families before a wreath was placed on a monument to honor the more than 3,500 officers and men lost in submarines during World War II.

Introducing Hank and Ruth Sweitzer Willy Nyburg was tapped for a second time to be the toastmaster/speaker at a Memorial Day service at the Nuninger Monument on the New River in Ft. Lauderdale. A native son, IstLt "Sandy" Nuninger '41 USMA, who perished in the defense of BATAAN was the first recipient of the Medal of Honor in WWII. The service was established last year by the Miami and Ft. Lauderdale chapters of the USNA AA and the Miami and Ft. Lauderdale chapters of the West Point Society.

In preparing his remarks, as requested, focusing on the early days of the war, Willie found himself remembering that he with other new Ensigns were dispatched to Boston to await further transfer to their assigned ships.

Among the Boston tempos was Norm Smith, captain of our baseball team, who was to report to JACOB JONES when it departed Norfolk and was torpedoed on 28 Febraary 1942—a very brief career of two months and nine days.

Willy was curious if Norm was our first Class casualty. The Alumni Register verifies bis loss and that he was the first '42 graduate to lose his life. A non-grad, Cortland David Francis, died on 31 December 1941, but there is no indication of how he died. Anyone out there care to comment?!

After major cancer surgery and six months of chemo in 1993, Willy says he has done remarkably well and remains very agile and active. Shirley has been diagnosed recently with a very aggressive case of Rheumatoid Arthritis with the probability of a knee replacement in the not too distant future. They have reserved a beautiful hi-rise condo on North Hutchinson Island (15 minutes south of Vero Beach—next door to the National USN Seal Museum). They do not expect to be able to move in before the end of this year or early next year, depending somewhat on Shirley's health.

Do YOU know Shipmate is on the Web?

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Annual Membership: 35% Life Membership: 51%

Pres: CAPT E. A. Robie USN (Ret) 2111 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-224-0850; e: edrobie@aol.com 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 Americo James Vescovi and Mary Ferretti Vescovi As reported briefly in the previous Class column, our Classmate "Ajax" Vescovi died on 15 March 2000. He was predeceased by his devoted and beloved wife, Mary Ferretti, in 1997.

"Ajax" had a long and distinguished career of approximately 40 years in many aviation and technical positions. He was a "star man" at the Naval Academy and earned two bachelor's degrees and two master's degrees without having graduated from high school.

He and Mary were laid to rest together in the Columbarium of Arlington Cemetery on 15 May, a beautiful spring day, in a warm and moving service attended by their loving family, many friends and a number of Classmates.

'Ajax" and Mary raised five wonderful children—three daughters and two sons. When asked how they remembered their father and mother, son Bernard said of their parents: I remember my mom and dad as heroic for being able to serve both their family and their country with uncompromised fidelity.

Daughter Diane recalls her parents with these words: My parents were delighted to show hospitality to their friends, neighbors, and family—the kind of host and hostess who made people feel special, genuinely cared for, and warmly embraced.

Daughter Elaine said: I remember my mother and father enjoying simple pleasures of daily life, sharing meals with family and friends, moments of beauty and humor, and Sunday mornings.

Walter Conrad Blattmann Our Classmate Walt Blattmann passed away on 10 April, in Charlottesville, VA, following a several year battle with Alzheimer's disease. He fought the disease with gallantry, but was finally overwhelmed.

Walt was well known as a gymnast, being Captain of the Plebe Gym Team, Captain of the Varsity Gym Team, '41-'42, and a member of the United States Olympic Gym Team in both 1948 and 1952.

After a distinguished career in the Navy, Walt and Eleanor retired in Virginia, where he continued his interest in the Navy by serving as president of the Navy League of Charlottesville.

Classmate Dale Cox, a rope climber on the same gym team, remembers Walt as follows: Walt was a key member in 1943's contribution to Navy's gym team [gymnastics, now that the ladies have joined us].

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He was always there to score, often earning the gold, along with the accolades of his Classmates.

Classmate Bob Stark recalls Walt with these words: I started on the gym team Plebe Year along with Bob Meyer and others. Bob and 1 represented the Plebes on the side horse. Walt concentrated on the parallel bars and horizontal bar When Youngster Year began.

Coach Phillips needed greater strength on the side horse, and Walt began there in addition to his other work. He put Bob and me to shame and soon became the best on this piece of apparatus. He was a determined gymnast as shown by his efforts at the Academy and the work he did with the Olympic Teams after the war.

There was an inspiring Memorial Service for Walt in Charlottesville on 14 April. Walt was laid to rest in the Columbarium at the Naval Academy on 25 April in a splendid service attended by his family, and a number of friends and Classmates.

Francis Xavier Brady Following a medical battle of considerable length, fought with dignity and grace, our Classmate "Gus" Brady died on 15 April at the Brady home in Annapolis. He was noted for bis prowess on the lacrosse field, being elected Captain of the Navy Lacrosse Team, and selected as an All-American.

Following service on destroyers in the Pacific immediately after graduation, Gus began an outstanding career in fighter aircraft and in 1954, flying F9F Panthers, broke the non-stop Transcontinental Air Speed Record, refueling twice in flight.

On 26 April, following a memorial service in St. Andrews Chapel, our Classmate Gus was i n u m e d in the Columbarium of the Naval Academy.

Classmate Dick Lazenby said this of Gus: I first knew Gus Brady as a Midshipman when for three years we played lacrosse together He was a midfielder and I played attack. It was always great when from the corner of my eye I could see Gus charging down the field and I would be able to pass to him— often he would score. When we had election for Team Captain, Gus nosed me out.

Needless to say I was disappointed, but also realized we had chosen a fine leader That year he made Ail-American.

Fifteen years afterwards we both were Commanders. Gus was CO of a fighter squadron at Moffett Field. I needed to transition to jets and build up jet hours before ever thinking of getting a command. I was ordered to the Air Group Staff as Operations Officer, but Gus allowed me to fly with his squadron as long as I attended every All Pilots Meeting and exercises. I ended up flying more hours than anyone in the squadron, and after two years relieved Gus as CO VF-94.

I could fill a book with events that occurred over that period, but Gus was invariably there with his leadership and crazy Irish smile. I will always be grateful for what he did for me.

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VADM Bob Coogan '44, a long and close friend, remembers Gus with these words: Gus was always straightforward and dependable—solid! He could express his convictions vigorously, but always with a marvelous sense of humor He was a caring husband, father, and grandfather Best of all, he remained constant over his lifetime. I will miss him.

Return to Killer "Typhoon Cobra!

In the June 2000 Class column there was a description of this terrible storm of 18 December 1944 with the personal remembrances of Classmates Custer Woodside, Charlie Cooper, Tom Smith, Bob Adrian, Lou Turtle, Gal Galvani, Dave Sbonerd, Harv Huber, and Dick Phelps.

Here is another report, this one from "Van" Van Dusen: In December of '44 I was Gunnery Officer of TWINING (DD-540), attached to the Fast Carrier Task Force. On 18 December the Task Forces were engaged in underway refueling and replenishment. The barometer was dropping, and the seas were increasing.

The Exec and I reminisced that this was just like the Aleutians where we both had served.

As 1 recall, we were one of the first up to refuel, and by that time things were getting pretty hairy. I don't recall how much fuel we were able to get aboard, but I do remember that a couple of hoses were parted during the operation.

We were now rolling about 60 degrees each side of vertical, and taking heavy seas over the bow. I believe we had all four boilers on the line and used full power to keep from broaching. All hands were ordered to remain on station, and to not go onto the main deck.

At 9:25 a.m. the carrier MONTEREY, which had a fire on the hangar deck under control, had lost steerageway. A cmiser, three other destroyers, and TWINING, were directed to stand by the MONTEREY. Keeping some sort of station was almost impossible, and about two hours later the MONTEREY group was ordered to take the most comfortable course.

At the height of the storm the bridge clinometer read over plus and minus 65 degrees. The wind was estimated to have reached about 120 m.p.h., and when our ship was in a trough you could not see over the crest from the bridge. In the trough the wind blew off the tops of the waves into a horizontal blast of salt water.

At Quarters for Muster the following morning a quartermaster was missing. Although no one knew for certain how he was lost, it was generally felt that he had tried, in the middle of the night, to get from his watch station on the bridge to his living quarters aft.

As I recall there was some damage to the ship's boats, but that was all.

Thanks, Van, for this graphic description of your experience with this giant storm.

Career Assignments—Then and Now It is certain to be of interest to you to compare the career assignments that we received in the spring of 1942 with the career assignments made this year for the Class of 2000.

There is a big difference, and this difference reflects how much the Navy of 2000 has

changed from the Navy the nation had when our Class went to war in the summer of 1942.

Here are the approximate number of assignments that the Class of 1943 received: Battleships-72; Carriers-24; Heavy Cmisers-42; Light Cmisers-78; Destroyers (all types)-313; Submarines-40; Motor Torpedo Boats-25; Marines-29. (Note that half of our Class were assigned to destroyers.)

Here are the career assignments of the Class of 2000: Marine Corps: Pilot 45 NFO 13 Ground 99 Surface Warfare: Conventional 209 Nuclear Power 44 Submarine Warfare 123 Special Warfare 16 Special Operations 11 Naval Right Officer .... 102 Naval Pilot 236 Cryptology 3 Intelligence 3 Medical Corps 12 Dental Corps 1 Supply 10 Oceanography 1 Civil Engineering Corps . 5 Tr2msfer to Air Force 2 Perhaps two facts j u m p out of these numbers: (1) the large number of graduates entering aviation, and (2) the variety of career assignments available.

"Closer To H o m e " are the career assignments of the Third Company of the Class of 2000, our sponsored company: Submarine Warfare 2 Special Warfare 1 Special Operations 1 Surface Warfare: Conventional 8 Nuclear 2 Supply Corps 1 Navy Flight Officer 6 Navy Pilot 6 Marine Pilot 2 Marine Ground 4 Transfer to Air Force 1 It's a different Navy and Marine Corps from when we went to war in 1942.

Two Class Rings and a Cherry Pie This interesting story, in three parts, comes from our Classmate Mike Strohl, and takes us back to those dangerous days of World War II in the Pacific.

Part One/Ring One Mike reported almost immediately after graduation to STRINGHAM ( A P D - 6 ) , which was

commissioned in 1918 as DD-83, and converted to a destroyer-transport in 1941 after being laid up and inactive for many years. Two months after reporting on board, STRINGHAM was running deckloads of bombs and aviation gasoline into Guadalcanal at night to support the Marines at Henderson Field. On each return trip to Espiritu Santo STRINGHAM canied 50 or so wounded Marines, and never lost a wounded Marine, thanks to the ship's doctor and pharmacist mate and several others pressed into medical service.

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On 5 September 1942 there was a night battie off Guadalcanal, in which tiie LITTLE and the GREGORY were caught by surprise and sunk.

At first light the search for survivors began.

None were found, but STRINGHAM picked up a drowned officer in a life jacket. Mike was assigned the task of burial at sea, and with tiie ship at General Quarters, tiie body was prepared quickly but properly for burial at sea.

At the last moment, Mike removed the dead officer's class ring. The ring was of the Class of 1934, and on the inside was the name: John Murray Wilson.

The commanding officer of STRINGHAM, Clarence E. Boyd '27, mailed the ring to the Bureau of Naval P e r s o n n e l . Later it was leamed that Wilson had been executive officer of the sunken destroyer, GREGORY. He stood fourth in his class, was a class officer at graduation, resigned shortly after graduation, and had been called to active duty from the Naval Reserve.

(Note: At the time of his death, Wilson was married. Efforts to establish contact with bis wife, Jane, at the time of writing this column, to confirm tiiat she had received his ring, were unsuccessful.)

We lost Classmate Ballis Bell in the same night action when the LFTTLE went down. (See the following s t o r y by C l a s s m a t e B o b Adrian.)

Part Two/The Cherry Pie Nine months later, STRINGHAM had a new commanding officer, but he tumed out to have some emotional problems; was very nervous; hardly ever slept, ate little, and was nasty to everyone.

The ship was at Pearl Harbor for a week, and the ship's doctor and Mike went ashore one evening, returning about 10 p.m. There in the wardroom pantry was about a quarter of a cherry pie. The doctor proposed that the two of them share the pie before going to bed. And so they did.

In the middle of the night all officers were summoned to the Wardroom. The skipper had called for them, and was in an unbelievable rage about having his pie stolen during the night. He said that he had specifically ordered the steward to leave the pie out for him on a clean plate with a fork. He wanted to know which officer had committed this deed. He added that all of the officers hated him, and that he trasted none of the ships officers.

It was pretty tough for Mike and the doctor to keep a straight face, as they were sitting across the wardroom table facing each other, but (thank goodness) they did. Eventually the skipper became tired and dismissed the officers, saying that they should be more respectful. Shortly thereafter he became physically ill, and was relieved and transferred to a hospital ship.

Part Three/Ring Two Things aboard STRINGHAM improved greatly under the steady hand of the new skipper, Ralph Moureau '26. The APDs were stationed at Purvis Bay, Tulagi. T h e s h i p s ' Shipmate, July-August 2000

complement rapidly built a shore support base with bakery, officers' club and enlisted mens' club.

One day, Mike saw a man wading in the water, obviously looking for something. He turned out to be Classmate Bob Gregory, of the destroyer SELFRIDGE. Bob had gone for a swim and lost his Class ring. Mike joined Bob in the search, but it was fraitiess.

Later, during our 1982 Class Reunion, the two Classmates discussed their new professions, teaching, but did not mention Bob's lost ring. Two years later Bob passed away, and his widow, Margaret, mentioned in a letter to Shipmate that Bob had lost his ring somewhere "in the Solomons." Mike got in touch with Margaret and was able to tell her exactly where and how Bob lost bis '43 ring.

Thanks, Mike, for these three stories!

More on the Solomons Campaign Classmate Bob Adrian sends in the following report on those early days of the war in the Pacific. In his own words...

After my ship, the GREGORY, was sunk off Guadalcanal, when I was back at the San Diego Naval Hospital, I was asked by NBC, which had a weekly half-hour program titled "It happened in the Service," to do a dramatization of the sinking of GREGORY and my eight hours in the water—hanging on to a life raft since there were more wounded in the raft and my wounds were less serious than those in the raft—followed by a "Live Interview" covering the high points of that long night. (We had been sunk about 1 a.m. in the night and rescued by a Marine Tank Lighter about 10 a.m. the next moming by Marines from Guadalcanal.)

In the interview 1 mentioned the bravery of an Officers' Mess Attendant 1 know only by his last name, French. He swam all night towing our raft away from the beach, which I knew was in Japanese territory. This broadcast received national press attention. The "bottom line" is that the Navy found French on survivors leave in Seattle, and awarded him the Navy Cross for his actions that night!

NBC gave me a recording of that broadcast, but it was on a '/.-inch thick record that would not play on any ordinary record player But years later my oldest daughter had it transcribed to magnetic tape cassettes and presented it to me. It was my 70th birthday, all of our kids were there, and we all heard it played since it was recorded in October 1942!

Bob closed his report by saying that the same night that his ship, the GREGORY, was sunk, also sunk was LITTLE, and our Classmate Ballis Bell was lost. (Also reported in Part One of the report of Mike Strohl, just above.)

Happy Times The following warm and joyous 80th Birthday story comes from Classmate Tom Smith: My wife Pat and several of our daughters planned a surprise birthday celebration for me in Annapolis on the presumption of our attending an art show there. So on Saturday, 18 March, we checked into the Maryland Inn on Church Circle. When we opened the doors to the room off the lobby, a room full of our children, our grandchildren, a niece

from Maine, my brother and spouse from Oregon and our nephew, wife and baby from Ohio shouted Surprise! and Happy Birthday!

The celebration started right then and there—drinks and snacks, followed by a nap and dress for dinner Then more drinks and hors d'oeuvres...and a gourmet dinner served with wine...and a humongous cake with butter cream icing and candles, all accompanied by toasts, songs, ageless amateur poems of remembrance, and later a gift of a framed picture of the birthday memorial Mass the next day. All before adjourning to the bar.

The high point of the weekend was the 9 a.m. Mass the next day in the Naval Academy Chapel. Church Call was played inspiringly.. .beautiful enough to bring a tear to the eye, followed by a wonderfully skilled soprano soloist singing the hymns, leading to the Service, at the beginning of which the priest announced: 'Thomas F. Smith, Class of 1943, and about fifty of his family are celebrating his 80th Birthday at this Mass."

Tom Smith, having a great time Congratulations from the Class, Tom, and many happy returns.

More Happy Times This is a short report of a great Research Project.. .Four official wine tasters of the Class of 1943 visited several wineries in the Santa Guadalupe Valley of Baja, CA. One of the wineries was started in 1908 by Russians escaping political turmoil in their Motherland.

Each Classmate, after what was strenuous tasting, purchased samples of the wine to take home for further (and happy) research. They recommend the scenery (and no doubt, the wine) of the Guadalupe Valley!

The Wine Research Team, L to r: Dewey Struble, Lee Scherer, Dale Cox, and Ed Dankworth The Class thanks you for such steadfast duty in this difficult research work!

President's Comments Our President, Ed Robie, has the following messages for you:

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Several years ago I asked the Class President of '93 if their Class would consider perpetuating our Class Motto of Proud to be '43 by interchanging the '43 with '93. At a recent Class Presidents meeting 1 was asked by '93 if the offer was still valid. I have surveyed our Class Board, and all were in favor Now I ask the Class if any of you have negative thoughts about this to please let me know. If not, I shall tell '93 okay and request that they pass it along to the Class of 2043.

Annual Foundation solicitation requests will not specify the amount to go to the Naval Academy and Alumni Association. Since all of our Class Projects requiring funding have now been successfully met, please send in your donations without any designations on your check.

The first three Class Presidents were inducted as Alumni Association Tmstees at the May semiannual meeting.

Guest Editor Our intrepid and fearless Classmate Dale Cox has accepted the wonderful opportunity to write the April 2001 Class Column in Shipmate. Dale indicates that his column will have the subtitie of The West Coast Edition! It will be the second guest-editor-written '43 column.

The first such column, as I am sure you remember, was written by Guest Columnist Bud Carter, who prepared The Florida Edition.

Coming Up Stories in various stages of preparation, and not in any particular order, are: • Van Van Dusen and the Typhoon of June 1945 • Dick Phelps and his Race for the Gate • Dick Phelps and the June 1945 Typhoon • Sunshine Aubry and the first of a four-part series on submarine warfare • George Bryant and the Most Commands at Sea of any Classmate • What a dreary life it was in one class section of the 17th Company • Dan Karcher capturing an island in the Mediterranean • The Third Company's May 2000 Dining In • 43 Marches Again!

•And More...

That's '43 Family for Now and Proud To Be '43!

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over from me and Vince Cassani as President and Vice President, respectively, effective this date, 6 April 2000. Fred and I have had our turnover and he is ready to and has assumed responsibility for Class business.

1 would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for the encouragement and help you have extended to me over the last 15-plus years. Thanks to you we have met all our commitments and, as of today, all our projects are complete and paid for Our last project, the repair of the Chapel organ, is paid in full.

Thanks to our diligent treasurers, first Charlie Miller and now Joe Jennings, we have sufficient funds to carry on Class business for the foreseeable future.

Despite the pessimistic statement in paragraph one, I intend to help our successors in every way possible for many years to come.

Sincerely Yours, Hank (s), Henry S. Barbour We all owe a debt of gratitude to Hank Barbour and Vince Cassani for their long and faithful service to the Class. They have done a great deal to keep us on a trae course over the years. Thanks guys!

Address Changes Mrs. Creighton W. Cook (Betty), 311 Gonzales Place, Lake Wales, FL 32159; 352753-1853; CAPT Russell E. Blalack, 13422 W. Stardust Blvd., Sun City West, AZ 85375; 613-584-7927; Lucine and Luther Chestnut III, 1009 Hay good Estate Lane, Virginia Beach, VA 23455; Beaver Horton's correct e: GIROUX44@aol.com.

Mail Bag Roy Cowdrey sent word that bis number two son, COL Christian Cowdrey, USMC, was recently selected BGen, over which Roy and Peter are very proud. The new selectee is presently on duty in the J-3 Directorate of the Joint Staff in D.C. In his long "Report for the winter of Y2k," Hoot Gibson recounted a visit from his son, Hank Gibson '84, now a Gulfstream pilot since he left active Navy service where he was a F/A-18 Homet pilot. Hank and the Campbell Soup Company invited Hoot and Libby for a flight in a brand new Gulfstream 4 out over Nantucket and around New England, which they greatly enjoyed while flying as "super-cargo." The photo shows them boarding the G-4.

Libby and Hoot Gibson Boarding G-4

Phil Rogers '48 wrote that while he and his wife were recently visiting his Classmate Bill Dupre '48 in Ponte Vedra Beach, he and Bill played a round of golf with George Talley and Joe Moorer '45 at the Ponte Vedra Beach Golf Club. After the round their group gathered at the Surf Club bar. Since Moorer was buying, following a Hole-in-One that aftemoon, the waiter was unable to handle a multiplicity of orders expeditiously. Unfazed, George Talley went over to the bar, grabbed a waiter's pad and proceeded to take orders all around. Phil sent us a great pic of George in action as waiter as Joe Moorer and his golfing pals placed their orders.

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Pres: Fred Schnurr Annapolis Rep: CAPT Charlie Rozier, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Wynn V. Whidden, USN (Ret) 6156 Loch Raven Drive, McLean, VA 22101 -3132 '44 President and V.P. Turn-Over The following letter is self-explanatory: Dear Classmates and/or Lovely Ladies, It is with considerable regret that I inform you that it is no longer physically possible for me to continue as your 1944 Class President.

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Thanks to Phil for the input of news. Dale Newman '46 sent his greetings to Bill Bennett and Fritz Rau, having seen their picture, among others, in the May Shipmate. Fond memories were renewed, and Newman recalled that Bill Bennett and Wayne Surface took good care of their Plebes, namely, himself and Frank Babbitt. His message to Bennett was, "We gaduated, Bil!" (sic). He noted that he and Fritz Rau were "Plank Owners" of FRANKLIN D . ROOSEVELT (CVB-42) and assigned to the 3rd Division. He remembers Shipmate, July-August 2000

the great cruises to Rio De Janerio and to the Med. It being tiie Centennial this year of the birth of the U.S. Navy Submarine Service, a splendid article on our Classmate, Harry H. Caldwell, and his father, CAPT Harry H. Caldwell appeared in 20 April 2000 issue of The Day of New London, CT. The essence of the story is in the headlines, which read: Son of Sub Pioneer Recalls Father's Place in History—The USS HOLLAND, built at EB, was commissioned by the Navy on 11 October 1900—Harry Caldwell took command of Navy submarine 56 years after his father commanded the Navy's first (HOLLAND).

Father and son shared a large and significant piece of history. We can be proud of both Harry Caldwells.

In Memory Kenneth L. Anderson died on 4 May 2000.

His son, Lars Anderson, sent an obituary and photo for publication in "Last Call." Our sympathy is extended to his widow, Cecilia, and the whole family.

Donald B. Millar died on 15 May 2000 at home after extended treatment at Bethesda.

The funeral service was held in the Naval Academy Chapel followed by inurnment in the USNA Columbarium and a reception in the O' Club. Our sympathy goes out to his widow, Eileen, and the entire family. See "Last Call."

Secretary's Corner It is a pleasure to present some more of Art Battson's fine pics taken at the March '44 luncheon in San Diego. Art does a great job of keeping tabs on the San Diego crowd and calling on those who are ailing or need help.

Moe and Annalee Henderson, Bee DePrez, Mary Coogan Hugh and Lois Rosania and Barbara Biewer

Happy summer solstice! —WVW

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Pres: CDR Everett Parke, USN (Ret) Secy: CDR Robert O. Sherman, USN (Ret.) 1110 N. Pegram St., Alexandria, VA 22304-1928 h: 703-370-5867; e: rosherm@aol.com In Memoriam After a long straggle with his second bout with cancer, Andy Kerr's travails are over. Bill Britton '53, close friend of Andy and Susan, kept the Class informed by email of Andy's fight until the very end. 18 March, Bill reported:

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Andy has finished two of his seven weeks of radiation. These, he says, are supposed to be the easiest and if that's so he doesn't know how he can finish the course. He says there's disagreement as to whether he'll "ever be able to eat again" and apparently the best case is "recreational eating" in which he's allowed small bits of things that taste good...

Apologies for bearing such grim tidings, but there's no way to polish the situation.

26 April, we leamed that: Andy is very bad. Apparently he's now suffering from complications caused by the radiation treatments he received many years ago, and it is affecting his spine and organs.

He is being heavily sedated.

Andy died on Saturday, 6 May. A memorial service was scheduled at The Ruins in downtown Seattle, 3 June.

George Pullen Peed, Fifth Company, died in his home in Fort Pierce, FL, on 5 May. George was predeceased by his wife, Elaine, in 1989.

George was intcrted in the ArUngton National Cemetery; notification was late, but Ski Dzikowski was alert and represented our Class.

A protestant Committal Service for Pat Hannifin's wife, Mary Snyder Hannifin was held on Monday, 15 May, at the Naval Academy Columbarium. A large group of our Class attended.

Fred Gore lost bis wife, Rosalie, "Roie" to those who knew her, Monday, 1 May. Fred currently lives at 64 Winster Fax, Williamsburg, VA 23185-5544.

Bob Hale's wife. Carmen, died in her sleep on 4 April after a lengthy and debilitating illness. They had celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary three weeks earlier. A private memorial service was held at the Fort Rosecran National Cemetery Columbarium, San Diego.

Maggie Mullen, wife of John Mullen, died Wednesday, 3 May. John's address is Sutheriand Place, 200 Winners Circle #105, Brentwood, TN 37027.

Don Hill wrote to thank members of the Class for their words of sympathy. Don lost bis wife, Jean, 6 September 1999, Labor Day. Jean was committed to the sea off NAS North Island the day after Thanksgiving.

Ed Conklin sent a note of gratitude to the Class for their sympathy and support upon the loss of his wife, Lila.

As Lila suffered for many months with Lou Gehrig's disease, our risen Lord has been most merciful in giving her a new body in paradise. There was a glorious service for her, and Peggy and Hugh Murphree were wonderful to come.

June Becker, wife of Merlin Dale Becker, wrote to thank the Class for their words of sympathy.

Dale's death was unexpected. He died in his sleep, probably from a heart-related event. At his request, our family will scatter his ashes on an outgoing tide on the beach at our home. Our three daughters and three grandsons have chosen Fathers' Day for a private ceremony to honor his memory.

Foundation Proceedings Winners of the "Commander William Earl Fannin, Class of 1945, Capstone Essay Contest" were honored in awards ceremonies in Alumni Hall and in Beach Hall, on Monday, 22 May. The award winners were MIDN Ian Scaliatine, "Don't Make SWO the Default" (Surface Warfare), MIDN John Stevenson '00, "Captain George Street" (Submarine), MIDN Leslie Alexander '00 "Retention Issues in the Aviation Community" (Aviation), MIDN Katherine Hendel '00 "Battie Study of Dien Bien Phu" (Marine Corps), and MIDN Warren Ross '00 "The Anthrax Vaccine: Risks vs. Benefits" (Special Award of Merit).

Association Business The nominating committee headed by that silver-tongued arm-twister, Al Olsen, submitted the proposed slate of Class officers for the coming year: Everett Parke, President; Jack Wilhelm, Vice President; Rudy Biordi, Vice President, Annapolis Area; Ski Dzikowski, Secretary; and Fred Kelley, Treasurer. By the time you read this, you may be confident that these are your new officers; the Class of '45 runs a tight railroad, and the train has left the station.

The Way We Are Most of '45 has retired, but Dick Van Orden, like the Energizer Bunny, just goes on, and on, and on. Sanguine Corporation has announced that Dick has accepted assignments as CEO and member of the Board of Directors. Sanguine Corporation will produce, as its core product, an artificial blood with a shelf life of three years. This synthetic blood can be stored and administered at room temperature.

The use of the Sanguine perfluorocarbon product as a blood substitute eliminates the need for type and cross matching, as well as eliminating the fear of contamination from AIDS or Hepatitis virases. In addition, the Sanguine molecule is 11 ten-thousandths the size of a human red blood cell, and can, despite its size, deliver three to four times the amount of oxygen as an equivalent volume of human blood.

It also removes carbon dioxide in a fashion similar to human red blood cells.

The accompanying photo from Mase Wells '47, is of our Classmate Jerry Lester with his Plebe, RADM Jeremiah Denton '47. Mase writes: I took the picture on Saturday, 15 April, at the Military Ball of the annual convention of the Florida Council of Chapters of TROA held at the Naval Aviation Museum at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola. Jerry Denton was the honored guest and speaker

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Dick Hardy, in his travels, takes time to visit Classmates both en route and at destination.

Dick bas also now located Classmates living nearby his home on Cape Cod. Dick caught up with Jim Krecek at Jim's golf course just before he teed off. Dick bas also contacted F. O. Barr, who, as a result, is planning a mini reunion of our Class on Cape Cod in September. Dick notes also that Ducky "Sherman" Drake lives in Centerville, which is, as you may have guessed, in just about the center of Cape Cod.

Dick Hardy and Jim Krecek

Muriel and Ray Bates, during their annual visit to Southem Califomia, met with Classmates Pat Hannifin, Anne and Sam Gorseline, and Art Hoisted.

Ray Bates, Pat Hannifin, and Muriel Bates enjoy April in Southem Califomia

The Gorselines and the Bates in San Diego

We leam from Chuck Brenneke that Carl Gronemann was the featured speaker at the April meeting of the Twin Cities Chapter of the Navy League. There were about fifty in attendance, and his topic was the history of the U.S. Navy submarine force. The meeting was held on the exact 100th anniversary of the ordering of the Navy's first real submarine, HOLLAND. Carl spoke for about 45 minutes without notes, using 50 overhead tiansparencies to illustrate various aspects of submarine development. He covered the mechanics of submersed operations, techniques used to address problem areas, and the future of submarine development. He also had slides of foreign developments, the new types for special missions such as the littoral submarines being developed by a consortium of builders in GerShipmate, July-August 2000

many, England, and tiie Scandinavian nations.

The final attraction was a ten minute Japanese TV clip showing some of tiie plans the Japanese had developed in the latter months of WWII for their own submarine force to raid Ulithi and torpedo tiie lock gates in the Panama Canal. It was a fascinating talk, and he could have been responding to questions from the audience for another hour had time permitted.

Spook Elliott remains in tip top health and on 16 April passed an FA A Class II physical examination to keep his commercial airplane pilot license active, two weeks after the FAA renewed his glider instractor rating. Spook has been a licensed pilot for over 58 years, having received his private pilot license on 5 June 1941, exactly two weeks before being sworn in as a Midshipman. An old crop duster, a Piper Pawnee, converted to a glider tow plane, that he flies as an unpaid volunteer at the National Soaring Foundation does have some things in common with the F6F he used to fly in the Navy—they both have propellers, the little wheel is in the back, push forward on the stick and houses get larger, pull back on the stick and the houses get smaller—unless you pull back too much—then the bouses get bigger in a hurry. Spook asks, "Is anyone else in the Class still actively flying?" To celebrate passing the physical. Spook went home, dug out his Midshipman full dress uniform, put it on and took and submitted the accompanying photo.

Any '45ers passing near or through Hobbs, NM, will be welcomed and, if the weather is decent, may be given a scenic tour of the countryside in a two-place glider.

Spook in what the well-dressed Midshipman wore in 1944. How can he do that?

Bob Williams, a life-long close friend, onetime Academy roommate of Alan Shepard Shipmate, July-August 2000

and President of the Class of 1945 was the appointed Naval Academy representative at the Astronaut Hall of Fame Ceremony and provided the following story.

On 20 March 2000, the three daughters of pioneer astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr unveiled a bronze heroic-size statue honoring the first American in space and one of 12 humans who walked on the moon. The ceremony took place at the Astronaut Hall of Fame in Titusville, FL, adjacent to the Kennedy Space Center Entitled ''The Spirit of Space," the 6-foot 10-inch statue stands atop a seven-sided pedestal, symbolic of the seven original astronauts. Imposing, the statue totally commands the Astronaut Hall of Fame Rotunda area.

The bronze is striking, capturing Shepard in his Mercury astronaut suit, space helmet tucked under his arm—in total command, his confident look, his short-cropped hair, a hint of his engaging smile, his spacesuit full of natural wrinkles. The statue symbolizes so well the courage and accomplishments of this unusual man; the ability, ingenuity and resources of our nation marshaled to ward off the then Soviet Union threat of space domination; the enduring legacy of our astronauts. So proud I was of my Annapolis friend; so proud to be an American.

A former Navy test pilot, Shepard was one of the original seven Mercury astronauts named by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration in April 1959. Shepard thrust the United States into the space race and linked himself forever to the rich history of the U.S. space program on 5 May 1961 when he made a 15-minute suborbital flight aboard his Freedom 7 Mercury spacecraft. Ten years later in 1971, as commander of Apollo 14, he became thefifthAmerican to explore the moon's surface.

Shepard is one of 44 astronauts inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame in Titusville, FL. The Hall of Fame contains the world's largest collection of personal astronaut memorabilia from the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab and Apollo-Soyuz projects.

It is well worth a visit!

Those who read our column know our hardy band is rapidly losing members. Still, the comradery that began back in the dark ages (1941, that is) continues to grow with our progeny. The following message from Maggie O'Rourke (maggieorourke@juno.com) bears witness.

I am the number two child of the late Gerald O'Rourke, a member of that wonderful Class of '45. Jo Mackay, widow of Doug Mackay, told me of the sad news of the death of Elva Randall, widow of the late Craig Randall. Elva was also a good friend of mine, and I am quite sad to know she's gone. Usually, we spoke every few months, catching up on our news, events, friends, and plans for the future. We had not spoken in a few months, and I was concemed that something had happened. I usually keep good records, and usually have addresses and telephone numbers for friends going back through many moves. Unfortunately, I find I have no address for Elva's son, Craig, or daughter, Mary Jo. This is why I write. Could you give me an address or telephone num-

ber for Craig Jr or for Mary Jo? I know Craig is, or was, living in the San Diego area, (Mira Mesa, 1 think).

Can any reader give Maggie the information she seeks? If so contact her directly, or your cortcsponding secretary.

Ed Robeson says that if you have noticed a tall Marine colonel in the company of Secretary of Defense Cohen, it was his son, Mastin M. Robeson. Col Robeson has been serving as the Military Assistant to Secretary Cohen for the last two years. Col Robeson left the Pentagon recently and took command of a Marine Regiment at Camp Lejeune on 12 July.

From Bob Williams we leam that Wally Cunneen's son, Jim Cunneen, is ranning for Congress. Jim's district is the heart of Silicon Valley. Jim had no significant opposition until President Clinton intervened and talked another Califomia assemblyman into running against Jim. This race, the Califomia Fifteenth District, will be one of the key swing seats in the upcoming election. Unfortunately, Wally had a stroke several years ago. He is not mobile—is in a wheelchair. He can speak only a little, but can understand. He has taught himself to sing a couple of songs.

He is always so bright and cheery when I go to see him. His wife, Joan, is a saint. She continues to teach school and takes great care of Wally.

My younger daughter, Joyce Esemia, and her husband, Tony, recently toured West Point.

When the tour guide told of the custom of shaving an "A" for Army on the ramps of the mule mascots, Joyce asked, "Are you sure that 'A' stands for Army? That's not what my dad says." Could I have misinformed that girl?

We have been asked if the Class of '45 offers a college scholarship to children or grandchildren of Class members. There appears to be no scholarship so narrowly focused; yet there may be other scholarship opportunities available to our grandchildren. If you are aware of such opportunity, please forward that information to your Class president or secretary.

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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, Annapolis, 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 Corr. Sec'y and Chairman 55th Reunion: CAPT Ed Ellis, USN (Ret.) RO. Box 921117, San Diego, CA 92192 h: 858-278-8665; f: 619-576-0979 e: edmhe@aol.com Some of the lost have been found Several months ago, in this column, I 91

reported that Joseph J. Armao (3) was lost and gave his last known address. Lynn Armao read my column (that news made my day) and reported that the address I had was incorrect and gave me their correct address as of January 1999. ft's 1499 Country Club Drive, Springfield, PA 19064. The telephone number, which is unchanged is 610-543 -7295. Additionally, she reported that Joe is doing well and is now the medical director of a 950-bed nursing home. He retired from private practice four years ago and is still an avid tennis player.

Last year, I reported that the USNA AA had had a letter addressed to Ernest A. Bouveron (16) retumed by the Post Office marked "Deceased." Ken Morse (18) remembered that he had visited a former high school buddy, who, by coincidence, Uved next door to Buster. So, Ken wrote to his buddy and asked for any information he might have. Here's the answer: Buster died in Olympic Memorial Hospital, Port Angeles, WA, on 15 November 1998 from complications from diabetes. His wife, Cleta, whom he had met when he was in PG School, predeceased him. They are survived by two daughters: Suzi, who has just returned from a stint in the Peace Corps and now hves in Oakland, CA, and Martine who lives in New Jersey.

Nancy and Vince Bacon (11) have found a delightful sea-going way to Hawaii. They embarked in MV STATENDAM for the 15-day round trip from San Diego, 7-22 April. In trae '46er style, Vince, a non-golfer, won the golf toumament in a sudden death playoff with a hole-in-one and then went on to take second place overall in the shipboard pentathlon.

Harriett and Ed Ellis (7) are another couple who have retumed from a craise. But theirs, through a combination of a flight to Singapore, a fabulous 27 days in MV MARCO POLO to Athens and a flight home, made it around the world. Now Ed says Columbus was right, the world is round. But he's concemed about bow to write his age. He lost a day crossing the Intemational Date Line heading west and does not plan to cross it heading east. Consequently, he'll always be a day younger than the records show. Could he get younger by crossing the line heading west every day for a year and never flying across the line heading east?

Jerri and Lucky Jordan (16) celebrated their 50th anniversary with a western Caribbean craise. They explored everything from ancient Maya rains to the little tourist shops along Front Street in Grand Cayman. They thought

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they had a good shot at winning the bottle of champagne for the longest married couple until they met a couple who were celebrating their 61st anniversary.

The Honorable Richard Danzig, the 71st secretary of the Navy, spoke at the 17 April 2000, Forrestal Lecture. Clete Kennelly (10), reported that he put everyone at ease when he took the microphone out of its stand, put his elbow on the podium and said: "Hi." Then he spoke for the next 40 minutes without notes. His address was well received by the Midshipmen. The secretary has particularly impressive academic credentials.

Through the use of old Navy photographs dating from the early '40s to the present, he tied the current wisdom, societal, political, ethical and technological mores of the time with each photograph. The message was clear that these mores changed with the advance of time and that the major changes, which occurred in the Naval Service, were driven by changes in society as well as technology. He urged the Midshipmen to keep an open mind, even though they had and were necessarily being trained in a more rigid manner '46ers who attended were: Marilyn and Bruce Afthoff (1), Al Bowen (10), Pris and Jim Foust (7), Barbie and Chuck Griffiths (6) and Ann and Clete Kennelly (10).

Brace Althoff (1) sends: Plan now for Homecoming (Navy vs.

Rutgers) on 21 October 2000. The '46 Tailgate Party tent will be located adjacent to the water tank and Gate #1. Barbecue type food and soft drinks will be served after the game between 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Glasses and ice will be available for those who bring their own libations. Cost $25 per person. Mail your checks (made out to "Class of '46") to Wils Engel (4) at the address shown in the masthead at least one week before the game to permit realistic ordering of consummables. In case of unexpected cancellations, refunds will be made.

Bruce at 410-626-9653 will answer any questions.

I deeply regret to report the following deaths in the '46 family: A telephone call from Robbie Robertson (14) on the moming of 29 May advised me of the death of Bert Milton Atkinson (6) at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC, on 28 May 2000 from complications following heart bypass surgery. Bert and Gay had recently moved to Durham from Ormond Beach, FL, and had not had the opportunity to get settled.

Bert, a Surface Warfare Officer served in four destroyers, commanded two of them and on a number of staffs. He was assigned twice to the staff of NavEur, London. Cremation was planned with interment in Newnan, GA, but the dates and times of services were not known when this was written. He is survived by his wife. Gay, whose new address is 35 Gardenia Court, Durham, NC 27705-0145.

Word has been received from the Trast Department of the First National Bank of South Miami that it has been appointed as the personal representative of the estate of Rudolph

Bard (16). He died in a hospital on 5 January 2000 but the cause of death was not known.

He was a lieutenant commander when he resigned in 1961. Nothing is known of his subsequent life. His wife, Vrenee, predeceased him in 1991. He is survived by his brother, David. No obituary was available.

Bill Dunseath (12) died suddenly on 8 May 2000, at his home in Baltimore, MD. After graduation from the Naval Academy, he served on active duty earning his wings in 1949. He resigned in 1954 and then attended medical school at Johns Hopkins and the University of Maryland. He practiced medicine in Baltimore from 1963 until his death. He is survived by his wife, Suzanne (Fallon) Dunseath and three children. Sherry Dunseath Welch, Dr. W.J. Ross Dunseath and Suzanne Dunseath Bohn and two grandchildren. His services were private.

Jim Wallace (5) died on 21 April 2000. Our limited information indicates that he developed a fever and never recovered. Jim started out his naval service in a challenging situation when he served CO/XO for ten amphibious ships (as many as seven concurrently) in Yokosuka, Japan. He resigned in 1947 and worked as an engineer for Westinghouse.

When recalled to active duty during the Korean War, he served in LSMs first as XO and then CO. He retumed to civilian life in 1954 and went to work for Florida Power Company, finally retiring from that company as a production results engineer. Our records indicate be is survived by bis wife, Marie Ann Wallace, and one son, James B. Wallace.

Eldon Frame's (10) wife died on 18 Febraary. She suffered for over three years with kidney failure and pneumonia, all resulting from colon cancer about 25 years ago.

Bob Parsons (11) reported that his wife, Beverly, passed away on 27 Febraary from emphysema, pneumonia, and other problems.

They had planned to attend the 55th and had made reservations at the Hotel Del Coronado.

I extend the deepest sympathies of the Class to the survivors of the foregoing members of our family.

The following information was obtained in some recent research. Incomplete information indicates that 341 Classmates (graduates and non-graduates) have died. It is believed that the trae figure is higher but we will probably never know it because we do not have valid addresses for all Classmates and, currently, have no way to communicate with them or their survivors.

Celebrating a late spring, the following 38 members of the Class in the Greater San Diego area met at Reubens on Harbor Island for lunch on 28 March 2000: Nancy and Vince Bacon (11); Chic Bowling (8); Bert Decker (18); Fran and Bob Gautier (7); Marigold and Bob Gorton (5); John Hughes (18); Chris and Jim Hugus (15); Colette and Jim Irvine (13); Jackie and John Kent with Joann Schontzler (Jackie's sister); Hal Kulik (4) escorting Harriet Simmons; Flossie and Luke Mayes (9); Arlene and Corliss Nugent (2); Bea and Shipmate, July-August 2000

George Pavis (19); Hank Phelps (110); Lil and Al Thomas (4); Barbara Ann and Harry Watson (7); S t a n W e i s s b u r g (18); B o b Wertheim (7); Shirley and Bob Williamson (2); Rita Furiand, widow of Fred Furland (5); Ann Lindsay, widow of Jack Lindsay (7); Jan Thompson (19), widow of Bob Thompson (19); and Alice and George Ferch (15) from Santa Ana, CA. Bob Gautier was the host. This provided the San Diego Group with an opportunity to warm-up for the 55th just around the comer.

The Greater Washington, D . C , Group Luncheon, hosted by Perry Taylor (19), was enjoyed by: Ash Ashley (13), Larry Baldwin (15), John Collins (15) (whose wife was out building herself up for the three day Breast Awareness Walk from Frederick, MD), John Bugger (13), Cliff Duncan (15), Sallie and Wils Engel (4), Jim Forrest (14), Al Glennon (4), Barbie and Chuck Griffiths (6), Frank Haak (7), Chuck Hansmann (9), Jeri and Lucky Jordan (16), Lou Junod (1), up from Williamsburg, G e o r g e Kelly (14), Clete Kennelly (10), Dave Leighton (18), Ernie Lowen (2), Stu Savage (14), Wes Schmidt (3), June and Bill S i m p s o n ( 4 ) , P a t s y Skidmore, widow of Ed Skidmore (13), and Al White (6).

Picmres from the luncheon, courtesy of Al Glennon (4).

L to r; Bill Simpson, Stu Savage and Jim Forrest

L to r: Clete Kennelly, Chuck Griffiths and John Collins

L to r: Dave Leighton, Lou Junod and Lucky Jordan There are no immediate '46 events in the offing. Our 55th was held in San Diego 1-4 June and except for reporting on the occurrences therein, it's history. But, watch this column for news (where and when) on the next Class Reunion.

With the humid months of summer beating down on the East Coast, the monthly WashShipmate, July-August 2000

ington, D . C , Luncheons are dark until September. By then, too, the San Diego Group should be rested from their strenuous efforts related to the 55th and be ready for another Luncheon. With the approach of fall, it's time to orient our thoughts toward the Army-Navy Game. The D.C. and San Diego Groups are pretty well set but what about the rest of you?

Bud Games and Chuck Buxton at the Chart House

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Pres: VADM John "Jake" G. Fmneran, USN (Ret) Sec'y: Chester "Chet" H. Shaddeau Jr. 343 Prestonfield Lane Sevema Park, MD 21146-1512 h: 410-647-5868; f: 410-647-2453 e: stadir@erols.com Down, The Irish!

I hope it's clear to all of you Gaels out there that w e ' r e talking about Notre Dame football—this year at Orlando, FL! Bob Tumage writes from there to say that he and his wife, Inge, aided by Bob Smith, John Leslie, and Eric Hooper, in nearby Apopka, stand ready to steer, advise, and give assistance in general to Classmates planning to visit for the game on 14 October.

As most of you already know, the official Travel Package, with Disney hookups, has been on the market for some time. Other tickets may still be available at the USNA Athletic Association office.

Bob suggests you get in touch with him as soon as you know what your travel plans are, and at a minimum he can serve as an info center for Classmates to know where other Classmates are, offer maps and local sightseeing advice if requested, then if the traffic seems to call for it, perhaps a '47 party or dining gettogether can be arranged. Bob's address is 4612 Oak Cove Lane, Oriando, FL 32806, and his phone is 407-859-1869.

Final Honors We moum the loss of three more of our own.

H u m p h r e y Louis "Red" Laitner, David Ross Toll, and Hubert Criddle "Chick" Burton are no longer with us. We share the loss and the sorrow with their families, and full obituaries appear for them in "Last Call."

The Mail Buoy From Norris "Bud" Carnes in St. Paul, MN: 1 was really shocked and saddened to hear of Heyward McDonald's death. We were in the same Company as Mids and I spent quite a bit of time with him at the 50th. He sure was a great guy.

The enclosed photo is of me and my "wife" of three years. Chuck Buxton. We met a few weeks ago with our wives for lunch at a watering hole about halfway between Owatonna and St. Paul. Chuck is still active in business as Chairman of Federate Insurance Company, and I stay busy as Chairman and CEO of Gopher Electronics—a wholesale electronics distributor serving the upper Midwest. Neither of us seems to have sense enough to retire.

We might really have had an outstanding issue if there bad been a photo to accompany the following from Wayne Warlick: Chet: A warning of potential red-faced embare-ass-ment!

Most of the articles of Midshipman life that I wanted to save have been lost or misplaced. I do still have a few relics—Reef Points, three Lucky Bags, a couple of gold anchors, some cuff-links, a wonderful pair of shoe trees, one Army B-robe, and some old textbooks. The texts are of no use whatever, but one is the source of the dreaded problem!

The culprit is the USNA "Physical Training Manual," published 1942—it could be dangerous in the wrong hands! I barely remember having seen it before. Thank goodness I checked it before donating it to the public library—along with its attachment.

Pasted inside the back cover you will find the attachment—a personalized photo—a very personalized photo—of me. No, three photos. Front, back, and side view of a very young midshipman adorned with—his jock strap! And that's all, folks.

With photos like that extant, I'm surprised any of us were ever given security clearances. You may wish to warn others. I'm burning mine. 1 don't want it to show up on the Internet!

Perhaps less titillating, but equally welcome, is the following from Ralph lUcker in Rorida: Everything is cooking along OK here in Sarasota. I see my old roomie, Joe Williams, quite often. He lives in Venice. Also have seen Jim Moss at USNA Alumni meetings occasionally. Bud Tilles lives here, but I haven't seen him in quite a long time. Not a lot of '47 here, but Joy and I and Joe and Ninon are all doing fairly well. Some aches and pains, but nothing too bad.

Joy and I spent a month in London in a flat off King's Road last summer to celebrate our 50th. Joe and Ninon are planning a cmise to Europe soon. They both still play a lot of golf, I still play tennis, and Joy swims regularly. We read Shipmate regularly, and thank you for all your work.

The Caloosahatchee River serves as background for a Florida get-together—L to r: Hal Edwards, Floyd Bowdey, and Dick Beane

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Two or three notes are combined in the following from Stu Evans, in Florida.

This has been a Navy season for the Evanses of Cocoa Beach. In early April we took a trip to NavSta, Mayport to looksee and ended up in a beautiful set of quarters right on the beach, followed by a 272 hour tour of JOHN F. KENNEDY (CVA-67)—darn

near bilge to bridge, including the captain's reception area, designed by Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy with many mementos of the late president.

Stu Evans visits the bird farm—on the bridge of JOHN F. KENNEDY (CVA-67)

Shortly after retuming, we got a chance to tour SAN FRANCISCO, a nuclear attack sub, at Port Canaveral, and later will go to NAS Boca Chica at Key West, where Joan-Marie plans to swim with the dolphins at a research center! Then WEST VIRGINIA (SSBN-736) visited Port Canaveral, so we went down and Joan-Marie had her first tour of a "boomer" Almost everything except the reactor Enormously impressive, of course, and with magnificent facilities. Old-timers will appreciate that as we boarded, 1 noted that the first repeat was not flying, so I commented aloud to Joan-Marie that the captain was aboard.

The OOD heard me and said, "Oh, no. He's not aboard." When I pointed out the absence of the absentee pennant, he just shmgged.

But the pennant was flying when we went ashore, I noted. Some things never change!

Thanks to Jack Fisher's Navy League (of whose Port Canaveral chapter we are enthusiastic members) we get good notice of port calls, and enjoy our visits.

From Ted Davis in Virginia Beach: Len and I took a cruise on the MISSISSIPPI QUEEN from New Orleans to Memphis, with two days in each city to add many unwanted calories to those provided on the QUEEN . We traveled with neighborhood shipmates of past cmises to insure even more fun. Pat and Al Davidson were warned ahead of time that we expected tours and nostalgia in Memphis, including The King's home at Graceland. In Memphis, that just has to happen! They met us and displayed the best food in town in four venues and two days, including their beautiful Country Club. Their home is best described as one like the rich kids in my

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hometown lived in. The garden, wild and beautiful, shows Pat to be a clever and appreciative gardener Al plays Golf! It was an especially wonderful reunion of old and truly good friends from our submarine and childbearing days. We all need more such affairs to keep us young and squared-away.

How Spring Got Flung Both the Hampton Roads and the Washington-Annapolis groups did their Spring Thing with the accustomed verve, abandon, and joie de booze, though it must be admitted that the intake of intoxicating spirits these days is a far cry from what it used to be!

In Norfolk, Dan Bailey and Lou Larcombe hosted the annual dinner party at the NYCC in its usual gala form. Attending were the Baileys, Byingtons, Bouwmans, Brenners, Davises, Griffins, Kiehls, Kings, Maynards, Munnikhuysens, Pomeroys and Stones, with T r u d y S c h a e f e r , C u r l y Weber, a n d L o u Larcombe. See the photo nearby.

Bob and Mikey Stone announced that they were off to Australia soon, and O.D. King was doing without his cane!

Meanwhile, at Crabtown, the 36th Annual Spring Fling was held at the Officers' and Faculty Club at USNA, with CAPT Mike Kehoe '71 as speaker, h o n o r i n g t h e s u b m a r i n e service's lOOth year.

The 62 attending included, from out-oftown, Joe Cofer, Jim Farley, Rose Mary and E d Kaska, and Terry and Bill Ridgway. We w e r e particularly pleased to have D a w n D o s c h e r , Fran T h u r t e l l , M a r g a r e t Von Gerichten, and Lyn Williams representing departed Classmates, and to have our Honorary Member, former Annapolis Mayor Al Hopkins and his wife, Marian, present.

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Most of you have the word by now, of c o u r s e , that o u r o w n D . M a s o n W e l l s (masewells@email.msn.com) was elected Eastem Region Trastee of the Alumni Association. Mase sent an email letter to Classmates which I am pleased to reprint here, slightly abridged: To My USNA Classmates: I have just received a phone call from the USNA Alumni Association advising me that I have been elected a member of the BoEird of Trustees. They do not release the voting tally, but they said that I had been elected by

a "substantial majority" and that it was obvious that I had well-organized supporters!

1 would like to thank all of you who have supported me. Particularly, our President, Jack Finneran, who first asked me to ran and who has been a big help in the process.

The support and backing of our Class Board of Directors was critical. Most important, though, was the vote that must have been unanimous from our 130 Classmates living in the USNA AA Eastem Region.

Please feel free to contact me during my term of office whenever you have any thoughts about the Alumni Association. If you pass through Gainesville, FL, on 1-75, be sure and give Les and me a call so we can visit, have lunch, or whatever (6305 SW 37th Way, Gainesville, FL 32608; p: 352376-8475; fax: 352-395-7429).

Go Navy! Go Class of '47—Best on the Severn!

As the schedule would have it, Classmate Jerry Denton was the speaker and honored guest at the Military Ball of the Florida Council of The Retired Officers Association, held at Pensacola in the spectacular Naval Aviation Museum, shortly before the election. Blaine Davidson with his wife, Anna, and Mase, with his Les, were present to represent the Class, and as you can tell from the close-by photo, did a great job of it.

'47 at the Florida TROA Ball; 1 to r: Mase Wells, Jerry Denton and Blaine Davidson Sports Note We gave you fair waming in the last issue, and sure enough, the St. Johnnies' National Championship croquet team whooped the Mids again on 29 April, and the ranning record now stands at 15-3, in favor of St. John's. We have a great photo to go with this, but in candor let me explain that it was not taken at this year's match. Classmate Jim Dickson was able to attend last year's toumament, which

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Bear with me; In the center, with cigar, is Bob Dickson, son of Classmate Jim Dickson (in blazer), who now looks less like Hector the Specter than his son does! Unidentified Mids in white sweaters stand on either side, and Paige (last name not noted), the lovely lady on the left, was Bob's partner in St. John's croquet victory both this year and last

ended the same way, and since his son was this year's team captain, and we had this photo from last year, well, I just thought it was a good idea. Unfortunately, I couldn't ID the Mids. Also be advised that Jim's son. Bob, in addition to the croquet laurels, walked off with his degree at St. John's recent graduation ceremonies.

Calling All Spouses Paula Newsome (p_newsome@hotmail. com), the wife of ENS Andy Newsome '98, invites you to contribute your stories of Navy spousehood to her book-in-progress. All phases and aspects of dating, marriage, Ring Dance, deployments, A-N games, children, wartime separations, sad, romantic, hilarious—all those things you all wanted to write a book about. The basic criteria are simply that it cover some period between Plebe Year and retirement of a USNA grad and include names.

Class year, and approximate dates. Names may be changed when printed, if desired. She would greatly appreciate your contributions: Mrs. Paula Newsome, 9238 Phillip Ave., Norfolk, VA23503; 757-587-6568. This looks like fun!

Quick Takes An always-welcome phone call from Sy (Sam? Crump?) Grumpier advises that all is well in his part of the world.. .new arrivals ontiieCYBERSEVERN47 scene include Carl Otto, Spike Hewett, and Bill Johnson. We now total 193, and we want YOU!... Speaking of Bill Johnson—he provided the photo of the thinclad trio that appears close by. Ah, the days of trim waistlines and heads full of hair!

...Roberto Leon advises that the U.S. Naval Institute's recent Membership Directory 2000 includes about 45 entries from '47, among civilian and military members here and abroad who have shown a long-term interest in naval affairs and intemational events.. .This is old news to many of you by now, but Vern Rose is, as of this writing, recovering well from a very dicey several weeks in the hospital with an aneurysm, arterial blockage, and bypass surgery. They should be back in Minnesota by now, and he and Kak thank all those who wrote, called, and prayed.. .Mo Muncie's widow, Jeanne, reports her retum to LA after three and a half months on a second roundthe-world craise on the same ship—different ports of call!... While we are on the subject of the Binnacle List (and when are we not, these days?) Bill Metzger checked in with a wholehearted recommendation in favor of cataract removal surgery, if you are eligible and hesitant. He, both brothers, and a sister have benefited, and the state has removed the glasses restriction from bis driving license! A bright new world of vision, he says...In pursuance of his duties as 6tb Co. "whip" for the 55th Reunion, Bob Barker reminisces about the mimeographed newsletter SIXCO INFO, which from 1947 until 1960 kept close tabs on all Sixth Company Classmates, with Bill Porter, Bill Dillen, Don Shield, Ken Cole, and their wives, as well as Bob, doing the work. They stayed pretty close for a long while, be says, which is why they are very happy that OIlie Hallett's widow, Joan, and Ken Cole's Betsy plan to be at the San Diego Reunion.. .Which does it for now. Keep writing. CHS

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Sec'y: CDR Sumner K. Moore, USN (Ret.) 11 Seastones Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871 h: 401-846-2875; e: sk48moore@aol.com This column is being created under the adverse conditions attending our move north for the long summer, calling for an early deadline. I just attended the semi-annual meeting of the Alumni Association Trustees at Alumni Hall, which will be the subject of an article in Shipmate, so I'll spare you the details. The new President/CEO of the Association, George Watt '73, was introduced. He replaces Ron Marryott '57, who will be missed. Unfortunately, my presence as our Class rep at the Trastees' meeting precluded my being at the Class luncheon, which was to be addressed by Coach Weatherbie, about which more later.

Well, let's open the mail bag with this from Don Harvey: A note to forward the enclosed photo Debbie took while the Ryders were here on Siesta Key visiting us all too briefly. Sibyl and Bob Geiger were able to join us for dinner as you can see. The Ryders spend part of the year at Amelia Island, so were able to swing a bit south and west. I have to admit that while Debbie and 1 are close to one of Florida's beaches we have not become as proficient in swimming as Bob and Sibyl have in golf in their community just east of us. Right now we are straggling to leam how to usefully operate a computer Opens new vistas and frastrations.

It seems that Jim Mellencamp has been exotic touring, and he sends a picture of himself with a group of Alumni, left to right.

Woody Ramsey '52, Jim, Cliff Graue '55, Neil Schwertman '64, Reed Mulkey '49, Rick Roddey '59, and Jack Shirreffs '59. Jim looks younger than the lot of them! However, he writes: Being the senior oldest person on board MARCO POLO, with the Alumni Association travel group to Antarctica in January, resulted in my responsibility to send our group picture to Shipmate. The trip, with a threeday stop in Buenos Aires, departed from the southem tip of South America. We had daily Zodiac trips to the continent and surrounding islands after crossing the Drake Passage.

What a difference between us and Ernest Shackleton's expedition 86 years ago! There was even a helicopter aboard to find a safe way through the ice pack. When we retumed from the trip we were accused of traveling to Antarctica just to avoid the North Carolina winter—22 inches of snow accumulated in Chapel Hill while we were gone. Chapel Hill is in a state of shock at this time with their basketball team advancing to the final four It's been a rough season until now and there is a huge party in progress on Main Street.

Bob Fargo comes in among the email: Pat and I had a very pleasant visit with Lovie and Gordon Meriwether this week.

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The Antarctic Group building here is completed. It's going to be great to have them as neighbors. They both look great. Gordon says when he moves here, he is retiring for good! I'm not sure what that really means, but we will see. We are leaving for Germany in April for a month's visit, including Austria and Switzerland. This is a good time to go to Europe because the exchange rate is excellent.

who start a bit behind the curve, are quickly brought to where they can carry the load. Those who can't, leave. There was a good crowd at the luncheon, Those who brought wives were: Shockey, Hogg, Bubrer, Harkins, Mertz, Held, Cab Davis, Clay, Reed, Rasmussen, Beggs, Ball, Dyer, and Goldman. Singles were: Graham, O'Keefe, O'Reilly, RC Smith, Hallman, Ghormley, Sprince, Welch, Sutter, Prichard, Al Garner, Andrus, Carruth, Deeley, Sisson, Borlaug, Olin, Ortleib, Bartow, McCallum.

O'Keefe and the Supe, VADM John Ryan '67 On 7 April, there was an extraordinary session of the Class luncheon ensemble, an extra because it was the only time we could get hold of the Supe to join and enlighten us. Hoss Graham arranged it and set the pace. The Supe had just addressed the Class Presidents meeting in Annapolis, which is where I was, representing the Class, so although I missed his visit to Army Navy Country Club. I had heard his most excellent presentation less than an hour eariier. In fact, VADM John Ryan '67 told the Classmates that if it hadn't been for my obvious agitation and discomfiture as he was nearing the end of the show for the Presidents, in fear be would be late for the luncheon, he would have never gotten away. He is a most impressive speaker and individual. He is tall and thin and obviously keeps in shape. (I happen to like his hairdo. See the picture.) He rans early most momings with the Mids. His message was that the Academy is doing very well academically, sportswise, and the CNO has been able to provide funding to finish renovation of Bancroft Hall and for the out-years to continue the renovation of the academic buildings, and eventually the athletic facilities, some of which are now underway. There remains a need for substantial private funding, and the Alumni feature there. The Brigade is full of fine people and most of those entering today

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The Oberrieders and the Markels in Boca Grande Folks are surely drifting towards Florida and staying down there. From Jack Oberrieder: During the month of March, Ann and Art Markel visited Jean and me in Sarasota for several days of fun and laughter while remi-

niscing of days gone by. One evening we got together with Janela and Dick Ambrogi, who also live in Sarasota. Enclosed is a picture of Art, Ann, Jean and me at our condo in Boca Grande, where we spent the day sightseeing the island. We plan to attend the Army-Navy Game in Baltimore, so will look forward to seeing everybody There. Beat Army!

On 15 April, Mac McDermut reported as follows: A sad note from Chicago. Ruth, wife of Patrick P. Billingsley, died from pneumonia and breast cancer as reported in the Chicago Tribune this moming.

I retired from the Merchant Marine the 1st of January, and am now fully and officially retired.

We are very sad to hear of the passing of Pat's wife. Also, it is pure fact that Wilson McDermut is the last of the Classmates to cease going down to the sea in ships. He probably has vastly more miles on the high seas than anyone in this Class, or most anyone else we might know.

I had an email from The Bancroft Hall roommate of A D M Dennis Blair '68, CinCPac, noting that in the column a couple or so back, we had a foto of Admiral Blair in company with Jean and Gene Kelly at the occasion of the Kellys donating a silver bowl to MISSOURI in Honolulu. The picture designated ADM Blair as a vice admiral, and his "wife" was setting me straight. Well, I just took the Kellys' word for it, knowing better, as I have known the Blairs all these years, and Dennis' grandfather was my godfather. My apologies, Dennis.

Bud Lally has been in touch with some details on the death of Roger Gregory on 13 March in East Clinton, M S . Dolores Lally spoke with Roger's daughter on the phone, who said that Roger had passed quietly. He had had a stroke some ten years ago. I have no more details at this time. The Gregory address is: Mrs. Roger M. Gregory Jr., 606 Biscayne Cove East, Clinton, MS 39056.

I had a letter from Randy Zelov in April concerning the death of Bonner Bell, and some reminiscences from the olden days. Bob Lucy also sent an email about his finally getting an address for Bonner, who had been out of touch for years. Bob says: We corresponded several times and Bonner told me that he was straggling with prostate cancer Unfortunately, he lost the battle a few weeks ago. I don't know further details since the phone number that I was given has been disconnected.

Randy goes on in almost undecipherable script (I, too, was always lousy in penmanship): This letter spreads the sad news of Bonner Bell. I had been looking for him since last visiting him in Walnut Creek, outside of San Francisco, in '68.1 had tried email searches, telephone, etc., and then was so happy to see him mentioned in Shipmate. I immediately dropped him a note, only to be called by his widow, Rhonda, last night, to say that he had died of cancer complications on 31 March.

So, I never did get to talk to him, unfortunately. Rhonda, his second wife, sounded so Shipmate, July-August 2000

gracious and spoke of talking with him about his Classmates. Unfortunately, he apparentiy did not care for tiie phones, and always had an unlisted number So, tiiat is why I was never able to catch hold of him. Rhonda said his body was cremated and a memorial service will be held in Fresno, CA. Those who wish to may send a memorial donation to the Hinds Hospice, 1616 W. Shaw St., Suite 86, Fresno, CA 93711. She did not want flowers. Tough, sad, and we couldn't find him.

Ben Brewster, Nat Bullard, Bonner, and I were a foursome and had a lot of fun for two fast years. Early on, Bonner wanted to be a battieship man. That was the only thing!

Then, he switched his allegiance to submarines. And when it came to really making a choice, it was the Marines—which he really was proud of. We lost track early as we got swept into the new assignments, and then I was able to find him as my wife, Josie, and three children, 16, 14, and 12, took a three week tour of the USA in a rented motor Winnebago. Having loved San Francisco, (electronics school and later putting a submarine in commission) I had to take the family there to see Bagdad By The Bay. Somehow I found out Bonner was there, and we parked the MRV in his drive. From there, I lost him, and couldn't find him until my letter from your address in April's Shipmate.

Wish 1 could tell you more, but he was not very loquacious. He never spoke about his service in the Marines. I know little of his first marriage, but 1 can vouch for his second one being a lovely one over the phone.

After writing the above for the column, I discovered a phone number alleged to be the Bells, and I called and was delighted to find Rhonda home. We had a lovely chat. She said that there would be an inumment at the San Joaquin National Cemetery, where there is a USMC Memorial, about 60 miles above San Francisco. Rhonda's address is 5202 North Valentine, #101, Fresno, CA 93711, and she can be reached at 559-277-1362. She expressed her thanks to the Class for the donation sent to the hospice in the name of 1948.

Class Committee for the Endowment Fund Word from our Class Committee for the Endowment Fund. Two years after our 50tb Reunion, we have raised over $1.55M in cash and pledges from close to 70% of our Classmates with known addresses! This is a remarkable outpouring of generosity and a strong endorsement for our Class Gift. While these numbers are exceptional and encouraging, there remains some $450,000 yet to be realized to obtain our $2M objective. New contributions continue to arrive. However, since the new year, the rate of increase in contributions has slowed. We believe there may be some who are seeking a sizeable tax deduction through a charitable gift or annuity. Your Class Endowment Fund is a most worthwhile vehicle to assist both the Academy and one's self. The Fund supports the Academy in reaching academic excellence and, of course, secondly, a gift will reduce those taxes with which you

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Here is your heads-up for the annual Carolyn and George Ball Splash Party, held at their Alexandria, VA, home, and eagerly attended by hordes of bathing beauties and their friends.

This year, same usual rales apply and the date is Sunday, 27 August. Y'all come.

More sad news. Barbara, Bill Chandler's wife of 52 years, died on 6 May of liver failure. There was a funeral service at St. Raphael's Catholic Church in Rockville, MD, on II May, followed by a gathering at the Chandler home in McLean, VA. The inumment was scheduled at Arlington Cemetery in the Columbarium on 5 June. I've known Bill since we were kids, since our dads were Class of ' 10 and' 11 ((Charles J. Moore' 10 and WilUam D. Chandler '11), and close friends. We played football on the 105-pound team at prep school and all the other teams until we graduated. Jane and Barbara were at George Washington U. in Washington and both dragging people we know, with Barbara staying at Jane's home in Annapolis from time to time. Well, she was an extraordinary lady and full of fun. She and Bill were a unique team. Her loss is indeed sad.

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The Carlquists dining out Charlie Held sent some excellent photos from the Febraary Dining Out with the 24th Company and a few new words to add to the brief ones already in the June column.

Our invited old grads and their ladies made a splendid appearance in their formal attire, of course, lending additional dignity to the occasion, as they joined in an evening of fun and camaraderie with our favorite Midshipmen. The Class of '48 was well represented

by Alice and Tom O'Connor, Caroline and Hugh Rardin, Patsy and Phil Rogers, Amante and Roger Carlquist, and Carlos Villarreal and guest, June McElroy. This was indeed a highlight of the winter season.

Our thanks to a most squared-away Company, the 24th.

Now the regular May luncheon of the D.C. area was to have been addressed by guest, Charlie Weatherbie, the coach. Unfortunately, a death in his family precluded bis presence, and instead, the assistant head coach, Jean Keenan and the defensive coach, 1st LT Joe Speed '92, USMC, were there. Both were full of good words, but Joe Speed, who was a varsity star, was especially loquacious, and left our Classmates proud of the team and the fact that the Corps and Navy are represented today by such outstanding officers. I'd tell you who was there, but RC Smith took the list home.

At the same time as the Chandler funeral in Rockville, there was a memorial service in the Naval Academy Chapel for Bob Schenkel, followed by inurnment in the Academy columbarium on College Creek adjacent to the Cemetery. This was followed by a gathering at the Officers Club in the Yard, where Marianne greeted a large turnout of Classmates. It was a gracious and memorable occasion in the memory of a traly heroic Classmate, who endured years in a wheelchair, as a result of polio, with skill and wonderful humor

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Pres: John F. Barrow Sec'y: RADM Ralph Ghormley, USN (Ret.) RO. Box 10262, McLean, VA 22102-8262 p: 703-351-0964; fax: 703-351-5864; email: rmghormley@aol.com Secy: CAPT Pete Swanson, USN (Ret) (Departing) RO. Box 10262, McLean, VA 22102-8262 Reports Washington The Washington group met at the Army Navy Country Club on 11 April. Attendees included Prez John Barrow, Jack Benoit, Bill Black, Bob Coontz, Ralph Ghormley, Fred Grabowsky, Bill Guthrie, Walter Helbig, Bud Ince, C.M.C. Jones, Pete Klein, Graham Leonard, Jim McVoy, Andy Nelson, Paul Riegert, Taylor Rigsbee, Frank Sherman, Bob Smith, and Barkley Wood. Graham brought a guest. Mason Berry, who will be entering our school this summer as a member of the Class of 2004. He held his own and we enjoyed his company. Several of us later wondered if we would have been as poised in the late spring of 1945 having lunch with members of the Class of 1890 and concluded that we might have bad trouble mixing with such a group.

Since he was seated across from Fred and CMC he did not lack for entertaining company.

The Washington group met again on 9 May at the ANCC. Attendees included Reynolds Beckwith, Jack Benoit, Bill Bryan, Bob Coontz, Ralph Ghormley, Pete Klein, Graham Leonard, Ed Messere, Jim McVoy, Andy Nelson, Paul Riegert, Frank Sherman, Pete Swanson, and Barkley Wood. No guests or major conversations.

Annapolis The Annapolis group met Tuesday, 18 April at the Heritage Harbour Club House. Attendees included Bob Brady, Keatinge Keays, Chet Davis, Warren Vosseler, Eli Venning, John Bajus, Gene Shine, Mickey McDonald, and Bill Bennett.

quired courtesy of Bill Armstrong. Bill, who has relocated to Missouri, promised these plates after he established permanent residence in the "Show Me" state. Since this process took considerable time. Bill included an addendum to his will to ensure Jack received the plates in case Bill passed away beforehand. This illustrates how valuable '49 plates are.

Jack Vice '49 with USNA49 Pennsylvania plates.

At a session held in Washington recentiy on national defense matters, Robert Selle had the opportunity to discuss naval strategy and tactics with Texas Govemor George W. Bush II.

Robert Selle with George W. Bush II

On 21 January 2000 the six children of Honey and Bill Russ gave a reception and dinner in honor of their parents' 50th wedding anniversary. Two Classmates who had been in the original wedding party attended.

L to r; Bob Brady, Keatinge Keays, Chet Davis, Warren Vosseler, Eli Venning, John Bajus, Gene Shine, Mickey McDonald, and Bill Bennett

The May meeting was held 17 May at Carrol's Creek Cafe in Eastport overlooking Spa Creek, USNA, and Annapolisâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;occasionally seen through the forest of sailboat masts.

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L to r: Dick Greenwood, Bill Russ, and Harry Parker.

C. Ray Smith, Leo Schoos, Jim Haughy, Paul Roman, Joe Kanevsky, and Hank White also participated in the original wedding, where the reception was held at NAAS New Orleans "0"

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Club - now tiie campus of U.N.O. Bill Eaton is making his semi annual pilgrimage from Arizona to Oregon.

Altiiough "fiestanet" says they will forward stuff to us, I suggest tiiat if you have the urge to communicate, solicit advice, curse my soul or tell jokes, I am already open as billyboy@harborside.com. Don't be surprised if we don't answer too soon—we're heading off for the land of Nod via an extraordinary route, the long, slow of casino trail up thra the Silver State and then to see a couple of long neglected friends enroute.

So there you are—from the snake infested hot dry Sonoran Desert—to the moist but sorta pretty in a woodsy fashion Pacific Northwest Rain Forest (AKA the northwest swamp) and the Roaring Beautiful North Pacific Ocean—on a clear day you can see Kamchatka.

Although Nancy Magee's vigorous swordsmanship in Carmel in 1955 showed that a Navy sword could provide home security, your secretary's sword has been collecting dust for over 15 years. I thought that USNA might find it useful as a striper sword and talked with Mick McDonald's son, (the 6th Batt Officer and senior submarine officer); he asked that I donate it to a graduate headed for submarines.

(A member of the Class of 1936 had presented his sword last year. We have started a tradition, now that it has happened twice) I presented the sword on 19 May at a low-key event with his Companymates present. If any of you are wondering what to do with your sword, this is a useful way of passing the torch.

Mac Adams reports he has bad several fransient ischemic attacks and has found useful information at http://www.healthology.com/ stroke. (Remembering Duke Francis' vigorous comment one Class luncheon about five years ago that "I am tired of coming to these organ recitals," I will limit this sort of comment to what might be useful and brief.)

Current Necrology CAPT James A. Donovan, USN (Ret.), died 20 May 2000 in Las Vegas. More to follow.

His widow's address is: 8617 Marble Drive, Las Vegas NV 89134.

Address Updates Jack Vice: e: JHV49@aol.com; Richard W. Taylor: new address, 377 Rector Place Apt. 6B, New York, NY 10280-1434; Thomas F. Blake: new address, 205 Towne Ridge Drive, Woodstock, CA 30188; Irving Bobrick: new address, 10029 53rd Way So. #2001, Boynton Beach, FL 33437; Charles L. Culwell: new address, PO. Box 341240, Austin, TX 78734, 512-266-3468; Herman W "BiH" Jones: new address. Villa Del Obisbo, 32200 Del Obisbo, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-3450, 949488-7754; Jean and/or Bill Eaton: new address, (until Thanksgiving) P.O. Box 453, Bandon, OR 97411,541-347-9680, f: 541-9419682; R. A. Frost: e: afrost96@aol.com; Peter L. Brett: new address 18367 Inverrary Circle, Leesburg, VA 20176-3956; Rita and Bob James: e: ritabob2@home.com; Pete Plank: e: pplank@tiac.net

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Extract of the month: "His men would follow him anywhere,—but only out of morbid curiosity."

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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 President's Message Our 50th Reunion is history, but what a magnificent time it was! Don Fraasa and Jerry Coleman and their entire committee did a superb job in making all of the arrangements which provided plenty of activity to keep everyone occupied during the entire four-day event. But beyond that, it was you, our Classmates who attended, who made it such a memorable occasion. Three hundred and eight Classmates were there with a total of 591 people. The only problem was that there were so many people and so littletimethat we foimd it impossible to spend some qualitytimewith everyone we would have liked to. It was like taking a drinkfroma fu:e hydrant!

I'm certain that all who toured the renovated rear gallery of the museum agreed that our project was a huge success. This project, which was initiated by the Class of 1950 and strongly supported by the Classes of 1951, 1952 and several other Classes, is a great example of a dynamic museum which brings history alive and will be a superb teaching tool for future Midshipmen. In future years, all of Preble Hall will be renovated in the style of the rear gallery to make the Naval Academy Museum a top notch facility of which we can all be very proud. Other Classes will be called upon to provide the funds for the remaining renovations, but we know that even after all of the renovations are complete, there will be a need for continuing support to provide the margin of excellence which can not be obtained solely with govemment funds. With this in mind, we are contemplating how we in the Class of 1950 can contribute to this ongoing support. Our current thinking is to direct all future contributions from our Class into an endowment with the intent of achieving a $1 million endowment before any funds are withdrawn, and then annually distributing the income to support the museum. We will be communicating with all Classmates later this summer to more fully describe this plan to solicit your comments and suggestions.

In the meantime, I extend my thanks to all of you who came to the reunion and helped to make it such a memorable event. I encourage everyone to think about coming to Homecoming on 21 October We have the Class of 1953 Pavilion at the west end of the stadium reserved for tailgate and will have a dinner dance following the game.

Y'all come.

We are all very saddened to hear of the death of Dorothy Jensen, the wife of our dedicated stalwart corresponding secretary.

Dorothy passed away of cancer, 20 May 2000. She and Wayne were married following Wayne's graduation in June 1950 and in the ensuing years she toured the United States with Wayne as he pursued his naval career Watching Wayne depart on numerous deployments outside the United States, Dorothy remarked that she was the only Navy wife who hasn't been outside the bounds of the continental U.S. That was trae until 1973-74 when Wayne hadtimefor well deserved vacations in Europe. Our hearts and prayers are with Wayne as he continues his life without Dorothy.

George Irish writes to say, "Getting my correct address in the USNA 1950 Register is a problem. We were building a house, but the deal fell through." George's final response to his correct address is—P.O. Box 510851, Melboume Beach, FL 32951. Jim Lynn says that his address is correct as listed in the new USNA Class of 1950 Register and all who deem it appropriate should send annual Class dues of $10 to him. If you are in doubt, just send him $10 and feel good about it. All who attended the 50th Reunion have copies of the Register and free copies will be sent to Classmates unable to attend. For those desiring additional copies, they can be purchased for $4 by letting your needs known to Jim or Don Fraasa.

Jim Oberholtzer writes to say that he has been working as a part-time instructor for USAirways and will now switch and teach the Canadair Challenger. Not many pilots receive their ATP and first type rating at 72 years of age. The Challenger is the business jet version of the Canadair Regional jet and nothing a naval aviator who leamed to fly in an SNJ can't handle.

Phil Smith sends word that he is proud to be a member of the most exclusive group of men anywhere, the USNA Class of '50. Because of physical problems, he was unable to attend the 50th Reunion, but he was there in spirit alongside Classmates.

We received word from Christine Allen, daughter of our Classmate Jim Allen. She informed that Jim had a stroke and passed away on 30 March 2000. Jim had lived in the Seattle area since he retired from the Navy. For several years he and Martine had an ice cream business. His passing is a great loss. Martine is at home at the address in the 50th Register.

Marsh Treado informs that he and Dorothy attended Jim's funeral service on 20 April at Arlington National Cemetery. It was a lovely sunny day and the dogwoods and azaleas were in full bloom. Also in attendance were Tom Bigley, Roy Snyder, Jim Lisanby, Milt Schultz, Phil Ryan, Dick Powell, Deke Forbes and Bob Shultz. They managed to give Jim a good sendoff.

Mary Mayo informs that our Classmate, Dan Mayo, died on 31 March 2000, following an extended battle with cancer. A memorial service was conducted at the Dickey Memorial Church in Baltimore on Friday, 7 April. Dan will be greatiy missed. Mary's address is as listed in the 50 Register.

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It is with heavy heart and great sadness that I must report the loss of the wife of your Corresponding Secretary. Yes, Dorothy K. Jensen, the love of my life, passed away on 20 May 2000, at our home in Chula Vista, CA, after a long fight with lung cancer. She was adored by all who knew her and our near 50 years together were as near perfect as I could ask.

She had absolutely the best health care naval medical could provide. She was followed by hospice during her last month of life, which allowed us to keep her at home. Memorial services were conducted at the North Island Naval Air Station Chapel on 25 May. A reception to celebrate her life was held at the Sky Room of the Island Club. Dorothy will be inumed at the Naval Academy Columbarium in a top row where I will eventually join her in our after life.

B.B. Lane writes to explain why he missed our 50th Reunion of the Class with a bottom line of: 1 would like to take this means to thank all of you who have called, sent cards, letters, and have been praying and urge you to continue doing so, so that with all the problems in the world my situation does not slip too much on the Lord's priority list.

What B.B. was referring to was an early moming episode when he began to feel like he had had a couple of drinks which he didn't do in early momings. A life saving crew was called and they persuaded B.B. to let them take him to Lynchburg General Hospital for evaluation. That evaluation determined a need for a pacemaker but also showed a primary brain tumor and a craniotomy was performed. Mono clonal antibody therapy will be conducted on a continuing basis. We fully concur that B.B. had adequate reasons for missing our 50th Reunion in Annapolis. He plans on making it to the 55th in Hawaii.

As the Superintendent of the Naval Academy informs us on the occasion of our 50th: Your support for Naval Academy programs has been outstanding over the years. We are most impressed with your role in the upgrade of our museum and your leadership in bringing these improvements to completion. In the long term, the Naval Academy Museum will help accomplish several Strategic Plan initiatives. Working with the great Class of 1950 continues to be a pleasure. Thank you for your support of our beloved institution. It was an honor to welcome you back.

Recognizing those who made the Reunion such an outstanding success in every sense were: Don Fraasa and Jerry Coleman who were the prime movers and coordinators; Ed McLean who handled bus transportation; Ed Greenberg and Tom Rogers who organized the tours; John Cavanaugh who artanged the YP trips; Tom Ross who handled the registration desk assisted by Bonner Brown, Gabe Anderson and Carol Kilboum; Tom Noble who prepared program of events; Phil Ryan who maintained the data base for the much appreciated Class Register, Ed Grunwald who organized the memorial service along with our Class chaplain. Chuck Greenwood; Wayne Smith and George Van who manned 100

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the hospitality suite; Daryl Tripp who compiled the Class history; Larry Hawkins who has been a tower of support for all Class activities; Dick Powell who has been primarily responsible for our fund raising; Bill Cogar (honorary Class member) who conceived the museum master plan; Scott Harmon '64 who has become the museum director; Mike Smith who coordinated the museum effort; Bob Rositzke '57 who supervised the preparation of video work and Bob Hofford '61 who, as the director of Class giving, brought all of the Classes together to support the museum project which was initiated by the Class of 1950. One more time: the Reunion was a huge success and we are looking forward to the 55th in Hawaii. John Henderson was the superb money handler for the 50th and is ready to brief his relief for the 55th.

Sam Hoffman, Jacques Trevillyan and George Deranian were the first Classmates in with pictures taken at our 50tb.

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From Hawaii, Tom McLaughlin writes with a comment that moving caused a bit of delay in reporting the Aloha Group Christmas party at the Outrigger Canoe Club which saw: Elaine and Cliff Skinner, Jane and Ron Hays, Rosemarie and Barney Bamette, Patsy and Steve McClaran, Claire and Ray Engle and Moana and Tom McGlaughlin. We include a picture of Steve and Patsy McClaran at thai event.

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Alice and Don Fraasa, Chairman of the 50th Reunion

Graduation for the Class of 2000 was on 24 May and the Class of 1950 presented a set of gold ensign/second lieutenant bars to each member of the graduating Class. A card was included with each set of bars, containing these familiar words: Whenever two or three shall meet And old tales be retold From low to highest in the fleet We'll pledge the Blue and Gold It was intended that four distinguished members of the Class of '50 would do the presenting: Ron Hays, USN, former USCinCPac; Sylvester Foley Jr., former CinCPacFIt, Charlie Cooper, USMC, fonner CG FMFPac; and Daryle Tripp, USAF, former Commander Rescue Forces Vietnam. Tom Rogers carried the ball on this project.

The Washington, Annapolis and San Diego '50 Chapters all reported on their May luncheon meetings and all expressed their complete satisfaction, nay thrill, with the 50th Reunion in Annapolis. All expressed joy with the idea that Hawaii would be the site for our 55th Reunion and many had concrete suggestions for Ron Hays as to just what we would like to do. Complete coverage of luncheon meetings and additional 50th Reunion pictures will appear in following issues of Shipmate.

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Jo and George Van hosted a gathering of the 31st, 32nd and 33rd Companies at their home in Lusby, MD, in late April. Those enjoying the Maryland country scene were: Blanche and Bob Avery, Marie and Bill Dombrowski,

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Pres: Lee Doggett 1201 Black Walnut Lane, Annapolis, M D 21403 h: 410-263-5613; f: 410-263-3317 e: leedoggett@aol.com Vice Pres: John P. Sullivan 866 N. Kensington Drive, Arlington, VA 22205 Rec. Sec'y: Jack Grace 3812 N. 24th St., Ariington, VA 22207 e: jackgrace@earthlink.net Corr Sec'y: CAPT H.T. "Beau" Dietrich 9508 Woody Lane, Great Falls, VA 22066 h: 703-759-5006; e: beau9pnt5@aol.com Class Fundraiser: Guy Shaffer 344 Martins Cove Road, Annapolis, M D 21401 h: 410-757-9086; f: 410-974-4553 e; ghbs51usna@aol.com Web site: www.usna.com/classes/class51/51a.htm From Lee Doggett, our outgoing president: The annual meeting of the Class of 1951 was held at the Fort Myers Officer's Club on 2 May with 41 Classmates attending. The election for new officers was held with Bob Small being elected President; Guy Shaffer, Vice President; Jack Hamilton, Pete Hilgartner, and Bob Kalisch as new board members. Continuing Officers are Jack Grace, Recording Secretary; Beau Dietrich, Corresponding Secretary; Jay Woodbury, Treasurer; and Al Burkhalter, Ward deGroot, and Al Raithel, board members. Over 200 votes were received by phone, mail, and email.

Thank you for your interest and participation. The annual report, Treasurer's report and a special report on the Museum were given.

Obituaries Recently the Class column and Last Call section of Shipmate have contained the names of Classmates we have lost in the past year. Whether we like it or not, we are not getting any younger Several years ago, a program was initiated requesting that you file a preliminEuy obituary and picture with the Class Secretary. In this way, you could save your wife or children the trauma of having to prepare one immediately following your death. In the case of the 89 Classmates who have died in the last twelve months, only one was on file. Please take the time to prepare yours now and send it to the Corresponding Secretary. 1 have a sample (gouge) that I would be happy to send you if needed. Enough said.

Milt Shaw has announced his impending retirement on 30 June, after an eighteen-year tenure as president of Ocean County College, a community college in Toms River, NJ. Immediate plans for the future are, with Nan, to continue a ministry of consoling parents who have lost a child; to write a biography of his father; and to enjoy his four married children and 14 grandchildren (one of whom is a First Classman at the Academy).

Buzz Bibby (Lowenet@hawaii.rr.com) writes from Hawaii: Dear Classmates, Mired as I am in the treacherous slime of Hawaiian politics, ethnic intrigue, social state govemment, and throttling union pressures, I have managed to shift email addresses.

While seeking relief from the pressures of hectic island life, I've devoted myself to the perhaps ephemeral task of trying to win at least one golf game (in over 40 years of trying) from the alltime great sandbagger of our Class, William Renwick Smedberg IV. So far. Rich Fontaine has schooled me in how to escape sand 50 percent of the time. (I had three birdies on the front nine two days ago at Olamana, with a sandy on number twoâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;butâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;alas, a 45 on the back nine).

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Classmates at Naples-Ft. Myers Alumni Association Lunch My latchstring is always you. Mary has entered upon a new phase of gastronomical excellence, cranking out edibles that are impossible to turn down, despite my need to battle an expanding girth. Come on by and help me out.

Over a dozen Classmates attended a memorial service for Warren "Kit" Kitterman held a St. Paul's Episcopal Church in King William County, VA, on 29 April. Kit had died several weeks earlier at his home in Melboume, FL. Other Classmates we have lost in the several months are: John Barthlomew, Bill St. Lawrence, Owen Ware, and Ford Schultz.

Bill Thompson suffered a mild stroke while on the golf course in Febraary. Thanks to Lee's good ministrations, he is well on the way to a full recovery. They are planning to move to the Killiam Country Club near Tallahassee in May. Kin McKee was the guest of honor and speaker at a March meeting of the Naples-Ft. Myers Chapter of the Alumni Association. Supporting Classm a t e s in a t t e n d a n c e w e r e : D a n E v a n s , Bill Barbazette, Lee Doggett, Bill Vonier, Dave Ghysels, Ray Lessig, Ashby Reardon, Stan Anderson, Dave James, and Lee Catalano.

Captain Selectees King Dietrich, son of Ann and Beau Dietrich, and Evans Van Hook, son of Gordan Van Hook were recently selected to captain. This increases the number of 0 - 6 s who are the sons of Classmates to four; the other two being the sons of Fredda and Jim Winnefeld, and Peggy and Frank Rentz. I hope I have not overlooked anyone. King Dietrich is currentiy CO of TICONDEROGA and is about to be relieved by Glenn R. Sears J r , son of Kelsy and Pappy Sears. Evans Van Hook was relieved as C O of O ' B A N N O N in D e c e m b e r

LCDR Tina Van Hook Sparrow, daughter of Gordan Van Hook was recently relieved as officerin-charge of the Atlantic Fleet's Network Operations Center in Norfolk.

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Ashby Reardon writes of a '51 golf group composed of himself, Bill Vonier, and Dave Ghysels that would welcome any ' 51 stragglers to a friendly game of golf at Naples, FL. Small wagers are encouraged.

L to r: Bill Vonier, Lee Kollmorgen, Dave Ghysels, and Ashby Reardon 16th Company News The spring golf toumament of '51 vs. 16th Company was rained out in early April. An abbreviated nine-hole match was held several weeks later Much to our sorrow, the '51 team of Sporty Bannerman, Joe Bray, and Wake Stornetta went down in defeat. Wait until next year.

M I D N Justin B a n z '01 and 16th Company spokesman sent us the following note on their recent activities: With good food and good laughs, as well as the Academy lights reflecting off the Severn River in the background, the great Class of '51 recently shared with USNA's 16th Company one of the oldest and most revered traditions of the warrior The Sixteenth Company "Dinning In," which took place on 25 February, was a chance for current Midshipmen to interact and leam from their predecessors. The night began with a chance for Midshipmen past and present to exchange stories, laughs about life in the hall as well as out in the fleet. Following dinner, the speaker, CAPT Todd Bruner '72, USN (Ret.), inspired all present with his words on valor and honor.

Recently 16th Company has been involved in a number of standout activities. With the new community service program, Mids from the 16th are able to go out and give back to the community in a number of service programs. Members have been involved with the SHARE program, Toys for Tots, Shipmate, July-August 2000

Academy Museum as the '51 Gallery of Ships research associate at a recent luncheon. The designation recognizes Walker's help in the care and maintenance of the model collection during the past eight years.

Working directly with Bob Sumrall, the museum's curator of models. Walker documented the details of the models, arranged for the restoration of models and supported the museum staff.

His efforts have led to articles about the collection appearing in periodicals about nautical history and model building.

The Class of' 51 recently presented Walker with a certificate signed by William Miller, academic dean, and Provost Dr. J. Scott Harmon, museum director; retired LCDR Burton L. Doggett '51, Class President; and RADM Guy Shaffer, class museum representative.

Dick Childs tells of his recent trip with Bobbye from Washington State to Puerto Penosco, Mexico.

Dick and Bobbye joined Claire and Bill Hutchinson for a vacation at Miramar Beach on the Sea of Cortez. Plenty of enchiladas, shrimp, and margaritas were the order of the day. Dick recommends bypassing Arizona on the trip southâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;too many reptiles and triple digit temperatures. During the part of their drive through Arizona, they went out of way to drive through Area 51. Intrigued by the name and the scuttlebutt over the years, they traveled on State Route 375, which according to Dick, has to be one of the most deserted and desolate stretches of asphalt anywhere. It is also know as the UFOAlien Highway, though none were sighted. Other rumors about the area remain unverified. Perhaps in another 75 years, our brethren in light blue R and D can illuminate us.

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L to r: Bob Small, President; Lee Doggett, Past President; Grant Walker, Recipient; Dr. Scott Harmon, Director USNA Museum; Guy Shaffer, '51 Museum Representative as well as the Polar Bear Plunge to benefit the Special Olympics. When not out in the community, 16th Company is making news inside the Academy as well. Recently 16th Company placed third in the Brigade Fleet Command Competition, second the Brigade street hockey competition, and first in the Brigade Plebe Bulletin Competition.

CDR David B. Adler, son of Elsie and Bob Adler, recently assumed command of DOYLE (FFG-39) on 9 May. The accompanying photo shows Bob proudly pinning the "Sheriff's Badge" on David.

Marilyn and Bob Miller recently visited Jeanne and Glenn Brewer in Fayetteville, GA. The attached photo shows one of Glenn's latest projectsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; a garden railway that Glenn has engineered, constracted, and maintains himself. According to Bob it is a wonderful panorama of trains, buildings, mountains plus other terrain, bridges, trestles, and tunnels. Glenn is also a member of the City Council in Fayetteville.

Bobbye and Dick Childs Tex Meredith sent a picture of himself, his wife, Shirley, and granddaughter, Misty, which was taken at the 1999 "Miss Texas Pageant." Misty had qualified as Miss Tarrant County. Unfortunately, she did not win the "Miss Texas" title, but did place well in the standings. Tex retired from Lockheed Martin several years ago and plans to join us at the 50th.

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Model Ship Museum The following appeared in a recent edition of the Trident, the weekly USNA newspaper covering all aspects of Academy life.

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Tex, Misty, and Shirley Meredith Jake Thomas reminded me that the two of us plus the Mills brothers are the only famous people from Piqua, OH. He also enclosed the following anecdote to share with us.

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In the spring of 1973, I was in command of INCHON (LPH-12) anchored outside Port Said. We were occupied in sweeping mines left over from the Arab Israeli War of 1967. I received a message instructing me to proceed to Alexandria, Egypt, immediately to function as a host ship for President Nixon's state visit. My stewards were to cook and serve the meal for a formal dinner in Ras Al Tin, Muhammed All's (the real one) former palace. I was a pro forma invitee and sat well below the salt in full dress whites. After the meal and speeches, Nixon and his entourage toured the palace. I had retired to a large foyer and introduced myself to Bob Considine and John Chancellor, two of my newspaper heroes. As Nixon and Pat and their "hangers on" entered the room they approached our group, but instead of talking to the newsmen, he said to me, "Admiral, I want to thank you for the effort you and your men put out to make this dinner possible." Nixon was in the Navy, and he certainly should have recognized my Captain's stripes, so I replied, jokingly, "Thank you very much Mr. President for the promotion and may I request the Senate confirm it as soon as possible?" Nixon looked puzzled, but finally got the point and said, "Well, you're too young to be an Admiral, anyway." We then chatted a bit and he went on with his tour. Chancellor tumed to me and said, "He has no sense of humor, Jake, and this Watergate thing is tearing him up inside." I had been deployed and knew nothing about Watergate, so it was my tum to be puzzled.

Who Are They?

A note from Sam Berzon encloses a picture of the First Battalion Steeple Chase Team Plebe Year Left to right, they are: Unknown, Dick Rasmussen, Unknown, Sam Berzon, John Kimble, and Vince Panciera. Any clues on the two unidentified?

Received a nice letter from Don Brewer. Since retiring from the Air Force, he became a teacher at a private high school in Bryan, TX. Don said one of the most gratifying experiences as a teacher was sending several students to USNA, USAFA, and the Merchant Marine Academy. Although he and his wife are not planning to attend the 50th, they did visit USNA two years ago. Don said he was ill prepared for the many changes that had taken place.

His wife, Pat, had never visited Annapolis. Don added that he seemed to spend most of his time explaining where things used to be. Nostalgically, Don recalled a night mission over Dong Hoi, when he talked to Dixie Billingslea on the radio. Turned out they were from two different F-4 wings attacking the same target. Dixie died in an Aero-Club accident a few years later

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Bill Smith was visited by Regmar Hanemman last December during a visit to the U.S. He is currently living in Mexico. Reg is recovering from a stroke suffered about a year ago, but plans to joins us for the 50th. According to Bill he is doing very well indeed. The Smiths craised on the Caribbean in Febraary aboard MS VOLENDAM. Although they were the only '51ers embarked, they discovered other USNA graduates after Bill donned his ball cap with USNA 51 on it. He met grads representing '41 and '53.

Bill Smith and Regmar Hanemman Spring Fling—2000 Over 20 Classmates and their ladies joined together at the Army-Navy Country Club in early April for the annual Washington-Annapolis Spring Fling. We were pleased that several out-of-area Classmates were able to join us. Mary and Clyde Middleton drove over from their home in Covington, KY. Peggy and Frank Rentz, who have recently moved to Northem Virginia, and Ashby Reardon in town from Naples, FL, were also able to join us.

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Homecoming—2000 Homecoming this year will be on 21 October following the Navy-Rutgers football game. Together with the Classes of '49 and '50 there will be a dinner-dance at the Clipper Club at the Naval Station. The new Elks Club we have used over the past several years is not available that weekend. Costs should be about the same as last year (slightly under $30 a head). A flyer will be mailed out about four weeks ahead of time.

News and Photos Several issues ago I made a plea for information on what Classmates are doing. We can't put it in Shipmate unless we receive it. The response has been excellent. For the first time since I've been Corresponding Secretary, we have more information that we can fit into the allotted space. Some of the articles and photos are being deferred to the next edition. Thanks for your support and keep 'em coming.

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Pres: CAPT Jacob C. Brown, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Leigh Ebbert, USN (Ret) 2514 Culpeper Road, Alexandria, VA 22308-2133 e: J-L.Ebbert@worldnet.att.com Jake Brown is our new Class president. The photo shows Jane and Jake at the Annual meeting.

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At the Annual meeting on 28 April, we thanked Vince Manara for his work as president, compUmented him on his initiatives, and wished him and Esther well. We presented a suitably decorated polo shirt and a Naval Academy lamp as tokens of our appreciation. Jerry Rapkin's role as administrative vice president during the past year was acknowledged. He has done grand work (as have all of the executive committee). Executive committee elections found Toxey Califf replacing Jake brown as the executive vice president, and Red Stein replacing Jerry as the administrative vice president. We also thanked Demp Jackson and his tellers, Garnett Bailey and Bob Denbigh, for counting the ballots.

At the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony The picture of Red Stein with Jerry Rapkin, Vince Manara, and Lonnie Stein was also taken at the annual meeting.

In other business at the meeting, Jim Troutman reported on the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the refurbished back gallery of the USNA museum and its name, "Our Navy in the 20th Century." This gallery is the first phase of a long-term program to renovate and modernize the entire Museum. The Class is sponsoring the "Cold War Theater" in the gallery. Shown in the picture are Vince Manara and Jim Troutman who represented us at that ceremony.

The new executive vice president Jim told us of new procedures for donors to transfer stock and mutual funds to the Naval Academy Foundation. Contact Jim: 410-626-1533; troutmaj@msn.com if you have any questions. In addition, according to Jim, our Project fundraising results to date (April 2000) are: Pledges $608,000, and gifts received $265,900 from 243 individuals.

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ality. And to all of you pledgers, thank you.

Also at the meeting. Red Stein provided details of a planned Class trip to witness the splendors of the Southwest, "The Four Corners of America."

Dates are 17-28 September 2001 and the cost (not including transportation to and from Flagstaff, AZ, trip cancellation insurance and transfers) is $1,450 per person/double. More details will follow. Looks like a grand 12-day itinerary. (Historical note: A two-week trip to Munich, Vienna, Innsbruck, and etc. which included airfare from Baltimore was advertised as $748 per person in a 1976 issue of Shipmate).

Attending the Annual Meeting: Rita and Garnett Bailey, Francoise and Allyn Bress, June and Jake Brown, Toxey Califf, Betty and Bob Caulk, Joan and Bob Denbigh, Bobbie and Dick Denfeld, Jean and Leigh Ebbert, Lola and Paul German, Betty and Frank Hannegan, Mary-lin and Demp Jackson, Carmen and Larry Layman, Dolly and Eddie Leonard, Esther and Vince Manara, Charlie McDonald, Freda and Mel Meltzer, Howard McCoIlum, Muffle and Jim Nunnelley, Doug Payne (Eloise was in China), Jan and Jerry Rapkin, Lois and Dick Smith (our stand-up comedian), Ruth and Mike Sorrentino, Barbara and Pete Stark, Lonnie and Red Stein, Jane and Bill Studabaker, Wanda and Art Thompson, Jim Troutman, Jane and Joe Wilkinson, Lillian and Jim Wilson, and Jane and Jack Young.

From the Arizona Chapter, Bob Michaels sends: Fourteen hardy souls braved the Valley of the Suns second excursion into the "over 100 degree" temperatures for our third annual Picacho Peak Cookout. It was the best yet. Donna and Mason Anderson, Tom Dykers (Karla was playing in a golf toumament), Pat and Bill Kirk, Judy and Ken Loposer, Joan and Ed McCutcheon, Sue and Bob Michaels, Janet and Bob Watkins, and Carl Webb were grateful for the shade of the Ramada, and enthusiastically devoured the dishes provided by the ladies and the entrees cooked on the grills by the men.

During a brief business meeting, there was discussion concerning the Golden Lucky Bag entries, and all agreed to expedite their submissions. There was unanimous agreement that, conditions permitting, everyone hoped to attend the 50th Reunion.

Bob described the conversation as centering on tours and travels: It is obvious that the Arizona Chapter of '52ers is not a stay-at-home, rocking-chair-on-the-porch group.

Thank you. Bob. Regarding the Lucky Bag, the "staff' reported on 10 May that they had 40 biographies with more coming in every day. Howard McCollum asks that we do not send photocopies of photographs. The photocopies don't scan well and won't reproduce—we will take care of your originals and retum them if you like. Howard also reports that our Web site has revised pages. Have you looked today?

From our Hampton Roads Chapter, Curt Karvala reports on the March luncheon.

The Chapter had a very nice luncheon. Some new folks were present and some of the older ones were absent for various reasons.

They voted to change the Chapter name to "The Association of the Class of 1952 Hampton Roads Chapter" Curt continues, Pete Maloney briefly shared his active duty experiences at my request. We'll continue that in order to get to know each other better Widows are included as Geri Madigan shared her experiences at the Joint Service Frequency Management School located at Kessler AFB, where the school honored her deceased husband (and our Classmate) James Madigan.

Washington, D.C, Axec' CUibsa?'.^'-- •• jCC'^dM&.the May luncheon: Jake Brown, Viiicc Maiiara, Red Stein, Tom Thawley, Jim Troutman. Jim Stone, Sd Leonard, Garnett Bailey, Vince Argiro, Dick Denfeld, Mel Meltzer, Bill Ryan, Gene Avallone, Dick Smith, Sheldon Drews, Charlie Brown, Joe Wilkinson, Dick Pettigrew, George Lester, Jerry Rapkin, Doug Payne, Walt Locke, Jerry Zacharias, Jack Young, Al Bress, Bill Rowden, Paul German, Charles McDonald, Hork Dimon, Bill Lykes and Dick Fleeson, Jake Brown presided.

Jerry Zacharias, who is in charge of the Golden Year book biography section, summarized plans and the current status. He reminded us to send in our biographies. Jim Troutman talked of the opening of the new back gallery in the Naval Academy museum and said that "our video theater presentation on the Cold War is up and running." Thank you, Jim, for forwarding the notes.

Thanks to Harry House's patience and determination, we have pictures and news of his Millennium trip. Harry thanks Jamie Deuel '54 for his fantastic creative trip planning.

Jamie's wife, Carol with Cherre and I were in Tonga to welcome in the millennium. After spending five days in Tonga living with one of the local families, we winged our way to visit both the north and south islands of New Zealand. It was in Queenstown, home of the extreme sports, that Cherre and I came in contact with a really big bird.

The really big bird The picture of the big bird, Harry sends along to capture the relative size of the bird. His reflection on the trip: All in all, it was 21 days of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But as with all great trips, it was nice to be back home.

Thank you, Harry, and we hope your year continues to be great.

Another trip to the South Pacific is chronicled

by Dick Denfeld: Barbara and Pete Stark, Bobbie and I spent 23 days on an escorted Grand Circle Tour to Australia and New Zealand. The final three days were spent in sea-side leisure at the Warwick Resort, on the coral coast (southem) of Viti Levu, the main island of Fiji.

Highlights included: dinner with Judy and Walt Gragg in Los Angeles on the way to Australia, rain forest area northeast Australia, Great Barrier Reef out of Port Douglas, Sydney, then to New Zealand.

En route to Queenstown they crossed the Center of South Island, Dick observes: If you have ever visited Westem South Dakota and Wyoming or eastem Montana you have some idea of what Central South Island is like; dry, open, parched, grassy expanse, only with New Zealand being more vast in scale with higher mountains, huge milky green lakes and awesome isolation.

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New Zealand travelers, the Denfelds and the Starks The picture shows our travelers outside the Hermitage Lodge at the base of Mount Cook (22,349 feet), with the mountain looming in the background over Pete's head. Dick continues: There is much to see and do in the Queenstown area and we did a good deal of it.. .also we were entertained for one night in a private home and our host, an employee of Milbrook Resort of Arrowtown, showed us all around the beautiful golf course designed by Bob Charles of senior tour fame. Pete and I yearned to play, but all we had time for was a stop at the pro-shop to purchase a golf cap.

After visiting Rotoraa and Aukland they left for Fiji. About Aukland, Dick commented: We experienced the big city life in New Zealand's biggest city where the greater part of the population live. Needless to say, the pride in their recent victory in the America's Cup series was very much in evidence.

Thank you, Dick, for the wonderful input. The Denfelds' have also traveled to Istanbul where they embarked with Barbara and Nick Liontas, Judy and Walt Gragg and Emie and Carl Webb for a Mediterranean Craise—Istanbul to Barcelona. We look forward to hearing about the details.

Jim Troutman threw a septuagenarian party in April and is shown in the picture having a laugh with Pat L o c k w o o d , Charles McDonald, Jerry Rapkin, Jim, Howard McCollum and Tom Thawley.

Jim, may you have many more.

It was a great outing, a few of the Class rendezvoused at the Naval Academy golf course with some of the 17th Company Midshipmen and played a scramble tournament. My threesome, two of the Class of 2001 and myself, had a grand time talking and actually ended up with the longest drive, and closest to the pin. Jim Quinn and his foursome were the winners. Other Classmates were Jim Sagerholm and his son-in-law, Mike Sorrentino, Jim Troutman, and Charles McDonald. Thank you, Charles, for setting it up.

Wayne Hughes hosted an open house picnic on Memorial Day at his home in Monterey. This was in conjunction with the Hughes Tactical Symposium and Dinner held at the Naval Postgraduate School. I hope to hear more both about the Symposium and the picnic.

More on the Bailey and Manara trip to Hilton Head in March. Karl Friedman took the vacationers for a tour of Savannah. Another day saw the tourists at Beaufort, SC, accompanied by Ed Moser, then at Hilton Head for dinner with Maxine and Tom Hunter. The Hunters are year-round residents of Hilton Head, and Tom is busy with woodworking. Thank you, Gamett.

Biscuit Wev adds details for the St. Patrick's weekend (17-19 March) at the Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, WV, attended by the Rapkins, Manaras, Wevs and Baileys.

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Dance lessons Saturday morning, free time in the aftemoon, and then another dance on Saturday. Biscuit says he has signed them up for next year. Thank you, Biscuit, for the details.

Some odds and ends Bill Hippie sends a clipping regarding Coach Ralph "Skeeter" Carson. In part, "...Carson's retirement in 1989 marked the end of an illustrious era, but his legacy lives on through an endowed scholarship in his name and the re-naming of the tennis complex (Pensacola area) for the long-time coach."

A nice picture of Jerry Rapkin is in Sea Power magazine for May 2000. Jerry is shown with other Navy League officials who were "responsible for the financing, writing, development and production of 'Our Navy Story'" Congratulations, Jerry.

Vince Manara sends along pictures of Class gatherings in San Antonio and Fredericksburg. In San

Antonio we see Cleary and Vic Vine, Wendy Rivers, June and Tom Reedy and Esther and Vince Manara. The Fredericksburg picture shows Vince with Paul White and Larry Valade.

A Fredericksburg visit A note from Walt Locke forwarded information in April about Larry Chambers. After some illness i n c l u d i n g surgery, his wife Sarah says, "Strength and stamina are making gains well in excess of the expectations for a person of Larry's 'advanced' years. So he is pretty much back to normal." Thank you, Walt and Sarah, for sharing.

Earl Chinn is spending the better part of the summer recovering from replacement of two knees.

Tut Reed sent a note to Vince thanking him and the Class for: ... your kind expressions of sympathy when BUI (Reed) passed away. After learning the extent of

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his illness, we had a month to spend together— and except for a few days, he was able to laugh and cry—and talk with us as we planned our future without him. Not everyone is that lucky. His wish was to have a service for just his immediate family. It was at the Naval Academy Columbarium on 20 March. Very short, very simple, but very impressive. Navy folks just know how to do things right!

My family and I appreciated knowing that he is included in the memorials at the Alumni House and the stadium.

Thank you. Tut. We do have readers of the column. In response to the call for information on Classmates we have lost touch with, Chris Zirps '53 wrote that for his and Ray Crist's high school reunion, Ray was listed as deceased. Some more names from our Class missing persons list: James S. Hagan, Kenneth E. Hittle and Jesse B. Houston Jr.

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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) 6708 Pageland Lane, Gainesville, VA 20155-1513 h: 703-754-4492; e: djlocker@earthlink.net Webmaster: Paul Dudley e: pauld53@earthlink.net http://home.earthluik.net/~pauld53/usna53 Perhaps it is appropriate this Memorial Day Weekend of the year 2000 to remember the latest Classmate to leave our ranks. Hallam Overby Bagby died Monday, 22 May, in a hospital near his home in Darien, GA. Hal's daughter, Lisa, informed Don Ammerman of Hal's passing and Don informed me as well as Paul Dudley who put the news on our Web page. Hal retired after 20 years and later became a Baptist minister and was the pastor of Glynn Haven Baptist Church for eight years. He was a member of the 6th Company at the Academy. Survivors include a daughter, Lisa Lawson of Milford, CT, two sons. Buster and Drew of Darien and Branswick, GA, respectively, and four grandchildren. See the Last Call section for an expanded obituary. We send our thanks to Don and our sincere condolences to all of Hal's children and grandchildren.

On the binnacle list are Larry Watson and Mike Greeley. Larry has just had heart surgery to replace a valve that was in bad shape. The replacement valve seems to be working well, and Larry should be back to normal fairly soon. Mike has been in the hospital with a form of pneumonia that is not very common and is as hard to pronounce as it is to get under control. We hope to see them both at the summer luncheons and during the upcoming football season.

The D.C. contingent has just lost two of our most dedicated supporters with the retirement and move to Oregon of Lynn and Dave Johnson (lynnmamagriz@aol.com). Lynn and Dave have been big time participants in all of the D.C. events and Lynn has been our primary caterer at most of our Pavilion parties. In addition they have almost single-handedly put the pizzazz and life into our tailgate potlucks. Inspired by their creativity and

by Dave's luscious homemade margaritas, we all have brought more and better goodies to the tailgates. Fortunately, they have taught many of us their

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Farewell to Lynn and Dave specialties and Dave has even insured that his margaritas will not die. He gave almost a year's worth of frozen (hand-squeezed) lime juice, a considerable amount of tequila and triple sec, and the complete recipe to Earl Griggs. Additionally, he told the Griggs to get to the tailgates early (for a change) so all can partake of the Johnson nectar before the kickoff. Knowing that their spirit(s) will be with us at the tailgates will be some consolation, although I know I speak for all when I say, "We are really going to miss you guys!" The heat and humidity of the Washington area was getting to Lynn and they wanted to be closer to their kids and other relatives. They have moved to Bend, OR, and, as of last report, were about to unpack the moving van. I sent them Ruth and Jock Craig's address who also live in Bend—perhaps they can start a central Oregon '53 chapter Lynn and Dave's new address is 61285 King Saul Ave., Bend, OR 97702; 541-318-8647; fax 541-318-864. Before they left we had several small farewell parties. The picture of the party at the Army-Navy CC in Arlington shows the Johnson's with the Raffaeles, the Sebrings and the Joneses. The final party was at Ruth's Chris Steak House near the Washington airport. The company was great, the view was absolutely spectacular, but it was a pretty pricey evening.

Lynn and Dave at their farewell If you check our Web page with any consistency you are aware that Chris Zirps (CZirps@aol.com) is the honcho for our big 50th Reunion (18-21 Sept.

2003 at the Loews Annapolis Hotel). You should have already received Chris's initial letter if we have your address. However, we still have some lost souls as well as a fairly large number of lost widows.

Chris has posted a list on the Web page of all those

Classmates and widows that we do not have good addresses for Please check it out right away and let Chris know directly if you know where any of these people are. We have always been an equal opportunity Class that welcomes everyone that took the oath of office in the summer of 1949. In addition we have always included our widows as members of our family. If you do not have access to the Web page these are our lost men and women. If the listing is for a Mrs. Xyz, then our best information is the Classmate is deceased and we are looking for the widow's name and address. Listings for a Classmate's name are those that we have no data on—no address or even whether he is still living.

Here is the list: Mrs. David Alexander, Mrs. Ralph P. Allen, Mrs. Leonard K. Baker, Mrs. Donald W. Beard, Mrs. James M. Blew, Melvin Brown, Mrs. William Branson, George A. Broz, Mrs. Robert J. Cameron, Mrs. Warren A. Chase, Mrs. Eugene J. Christensen, Myrln E. Cramer, Mrs. David F. Dally, Mrs. Oscar M. Dardeau, Mrs. William E. Delaney, Mrs. Manuel T. Dioquino, Mrs. Edward J. Doyle, Mrs. Ralph M. Evans, J. C. Gosnear, Vincent W. Graham, Dr Brace M. Hall, Mrs. Mason Hirsh, Melvin M. Holley. Mrs. Robert T. Jones, Mrs. Angelo M. Martella, Mrs. Robert W. Martin, Mrs. Bobby Dan Matthews, Mrs. John H. Matson, Mrs. Marvin C. McCanna, Mrs. John H. McClean, Mrs. James B. McCravy, Mrs. Charles A. Merica, Mrs. Richard P. Metz, Mrs. Frank H. Mitchell, Francis W. Moore, Mrs. William M. Moore, Mrs. Jack C. Moulton, Mrs. Richard W. Nolan, John B. O'Leary, Mrs. Donald C. Paolucci, Mrs. Evan H. Redmon, Mrs. Richard J. Rioux, Mrs. James J. Romer, Mrs. William L. Roth, John S. Sassano, Mrs. Robert M. Schucker, Mrs. Frederick F. Sima, Mrs. Louis J. Skomsky Mrs. Don R. Smith, Mrs. Douglas L. Snead, Mrs. Richard E. Storm, Mrs. Hardy L. Swanson, Walter L. Theis, Mrs. James C. Van Scoyoc, Mrs. Thomas J. Vemia, Benjamin P. Ward, Mrs. Eugene T. Warzecha, Mrs. Jerome Q. Weaver, Mrs. Ralph M. Westmoreland, Harris F. Wilson, and Mrs. Richard P. Youngjohns.

It is a long list and we need all of your help. It is complicated by the fact that we are not sure that all of our deceased Classmates left widows or, particularly with those who died young, whether they had ever even been married. Any information you can supply to Chris will be much appreciated. His street address is 1902 Toll Bridge Court, Alexandria, VA 22308-2447; 703-418-3096.

Mike Collins '84, the editor of Shipmate in an effort to reduce the lead-time for producing Shipmate as well as to reduce publishing costs, has imposed some tough (for some Class secretaries) new

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"Two Timin' Ronnie" with the Albrights and the Higgmhoihai

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Gitmo get-together—we were thinner then! column rales. Columns will be limited to 4,000 words and each picture counts for 150 words. Further, they have started to enforce these limits—oh the pain! That is why our June column came in considerably shorter than normal. This column will also be a shortish one, which is a shame, as I will have to save news from Dean Smith, Hal Walters, Bruce Ogden, and Don Rente and severely edit and break up letters from some others. Sorry gang— blame Mike!

Suzie and Dick Albright made a Florida swing this winter after their annual anniversary stay at Paradise Island, Nassau. They visited us for a couple of days then traveled to Sarasota to see Linda and Al Higginbotham. On one night the four of them drove down an unpaved bumpy road to a restaurant called Snook Haven. They were put at a long narrow table that was almost unreachable by their waitress. The food was so-so, but the music was great. The band was led by a Ronnie Drischel playing two saxes at the same time (see the picture of the Albrights and Higginbothams with "two timin'" Ronnie). He also had three or four other instrament players and they were also joined by two or three musicians from the audience plus two singers, one a regular. Dick doesn't think any of the "jam session" players were under 60 and some were several years past 70. It was Al's guess that some of them may have been retired members of the Bamum and Bailey Circus Band. Regardless, Dick said they

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John Smitherman sent in some wonderful old pictures from our Midshipmen days. One or two are a little too revealing for some of Shipmate's, more staid readers so I'll save those for our Class albums that die. on display at our big reunions—I had forgotten that we used to sunbathe in only our boxer shorts. Will ran several of John's snaps this month and a couple more next month. The first is a group shot taken at Gitmo. John is in the center of the top row while Frank Scolpino, Bob Eddington, and French Clements are identifiable in the bottom row. If any of you can identify the others please advise me. John's second picture this month shows Youngsters Paul Salgado and Curt Anderson. Thanks John, more next month.

Pat and Dick Dalton sent in a letter and a great picture taken after they finished a helicopter flight seeing ride over Maui last November. The picture was taken on their trip to Hawaii with the USNA Alumni sponsored tour They were the only '53ers with that group but there were lots of other alums along. Pat says the trip was very well ran and they had a great time and particularly enjoyed the chopper ride. Presently they are off on a trip north through Oregon and Washington to see Dick Tarbuck '56 the son of RADM Ray Tarbuck '21, who was Dick's dad's boss and friend on the China Station in the '30s. Dick's dad was in '27 as was my dad and Sally's dad was in '21 so it gets like old family week when I hear from the Daltons. From the itinerary they sent for their trip it is interesting to note that they spent a night in Bend, OR. Unfortunately it was a week or so before the Johnson's pulled into Bend. Thanks Pat. Did you get any good pictures on the trip?

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and Bill Britton want every one to know that they now have a fax number, which is 805-682-8590.

Bill says fax him so he can see if it works. This is particularly aimed at Irv Boeskool who won't email Bill, or anyone else! Thanks guys for the updates.

Brace Ogden sent me a picture taken in our Second Class Year that shows Brace and a friend from '51 witii die late Frank Stafford. Brace says tiie shot was taken at his parent's home during Easter break.

Further, he assures us that they are not drinking iced tea out of those highball glasses. I hope they were outside the seven-mile limit! Thanks, Brace.

Thomas Edwards '51 with Frank Stafford and Bruce Ogden I have a long letter from Dana and Chuck Walker reporting on a 21st Company mini-reunion held at Hilton Head, SC, in March. Pat and Nerval Dixon hosted the reunion. 1 am going to save most of the letter and pictures until next month, but will ran one picture showing Mac Cramer, Cliff Thomas, Chuck Walker and Norval Dixon, the four 21sters.

Thanks, Chuck—more next month.

Mac Cramer, Cliff Thomas, Chuck Walker and Norval Dixon That is it. Remember we have Class luncheons on almost all the first Tuesdays of each month at the Fort McNair Officer's Club at 11:30 a.m. The few exceptions occur when the first Tuesday falls on a major holiday or when we have just had, or are about to have, our pre-AN Game luncheon with the '53ers from the USMA. Football season is fast approaching and the first home game will be on 2 September against Temple. We will tailgate for that one in our normal location over near where the Elks Club used to be in the East Parking lot. The next home game will be on 30 September and we will tailgate at the same place. We don't get the Pavilion this year until 18 November That will be the last home game and will probably be a cold afternoon. Tailgates start about two and one half-hours prior to the kickoff. Check the newspapers for the kickoff time and be there. We need to prove that we can still put on a high-class party even if Lynn and Dave are far, far away! Have a great summer, Dave Dixon

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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 Webmaster: Will Croom e: willyaye@hotmail.com Class Web site: http://www.usna54.net Class President's Message (excerpts from April and May Class Web site) The good news is that spring has sprang: the Dark Ages are over for another year, there is great weather coming up for at least the next seven months, and we have lots of scheduled events that we can attend to keep us busy and together. Ned Hogan was sorightwhen he had those trae words to say on our Web site about Guy Cane. The good times of togetherness provide us with the memories that keep us going.

There was a good turnout at the "End of the Dark Ages Party." Herb Hope made it all happen and was commended for having it at Quantico— the Crossroads of the Corps! Will, our distinguished Web master tried to explain some apparent problems with page rage that occasionally raises its head on our Web site. He said that in order to keep some sensitive Classmates satisfied he established a "Wardroom Page" that shouldn't contain comments about politics, religion or feminization of the Navy as does appear occasionally in "The Log." It isn't always what is said but how it is said. We should try to maintain civility in our Class communication and not allow "page rage" to creep into the things that we do. Our site continues to be better. Of course. Will Groom is the reason that the '54 site is second to none. But, he is not the only one that makes it what it is. It takes all of you who contribute to the site, whether it is signing the Log, providing articles, writing papers and presenting them, updating information on our Yearboolc, football game get-togethers and passing the word about Classmates. The more we contribute the better our site has gotten. So, thanks to all of you for your contributions. ' 54 is now up to 71 percent in Alumni Association membership! That is an improvement, but we are still below the average of 74 percent for the ten Classes of the 1950s and need to improve some more. For two months in a row I have received my copy of Shipmate before the date on the cover.

The editor of Shipmate is now working on ways to shorten the required lead-time that drives the dates for OUie and others to make their submissions. The Intemet has been one reason that we are enjoying this faster speed in getting information to us, but they are working on other choke points that, when solved, will speed the process even more. My best personal regards, Fitz.

50 Years of'54 Mike Nassr has gotten the go-ahead from the Class Executive Committee to publish, by the end of this year, a 50-year history of our Class. His objective and vision is for the book to be the most complete and finest history ever published about a USNA Class. The book will include: biographies on all 855 graduates, plus numerous non-grads; collective Class contributions to our armed forces and to our nation in post-military careers; and, all photos, data and charts contained in the 40th Anniversary Book. Additionally, it will contain a '"54 USMC History," updated "In-Memoriam" section, updated Class organization and updated demographics. Fitz Woodrow is heading up a Washington Metro and Annapolis task group to collect as much information as can be remembered about grads for which we have no biographies. Something

will be written about each of the 855 for the time after 4 June 1954. If you are one of the following grads, now is the chance for you to write your bio instead of having it written for you by the task group. Unk=Address Unknown Ammerman, Arthur J. (17); Anderson, Richard A. (6); Anderson, William P. (20) Unk; Baird, Thomas L. (6) Unk; Brown, George D. (2) Unk; Brunnell, James I. (17); Byers, Austin L. (16); Chisholm, George E. (11); Cornell, Robert L. (2) Unk; Dollard, Paul A. (9); Fillerup, Raynard M. (2); Hochmuth, Alvin E. (10); Johnson, William J. (8); Lord, Waldon E. (10) Unk; Marshall, J. Taylor (22); McFetridge, James C. (18); McGill, James R. (11); McGinnis, David R. (6); McGurk, Robert J. (9); Miller, William C. (14) Unk; Miller, William L. (12); Moebus, Louis F. (9); Nelson, Richard W. (2) Unk; Olsen, Charles F. (11); Ostrom, Lester E. (19); Peterson, Karl E. (13); Ramzy, James R. (9); Reynolds, James V. (6); Romaine, Howard G. (22) Unk; Sampson, Walter E. (22) Unk; Shields, Robert G. (6); Swenson, George E. (6); Thomas, Calvin W. (9) Unk; •Rimer, Ralph A. (22) Unk; Van Ausdal, Alton L. (17); Volpone, John E (12) Unk; Walker, William Ray (8); Watkins, David P. (19); Watkins, Howard B. (10); Weymouth, Chester E. (22); Wright, James R. (9).

Please send bios to Harvey Taffet, 502 Eleuthera Lane, Indian Harbour Be, FL 32937.

Sad News Al Casey advised us he had leamed that Jack Southworth (16) died on 16 September 1999 at his home in Cazenovia, NY, and that there were private burial services in Cazenovia. Four sons and a daughter were survivors. After graduation Jack served on a destroyer and resigned from the Navy in 1958. He retired after working as an engineer for Carrier Air Conditioning Co. for many years.

Al had not been in touch with him since 1955 but had been trying to make contact since early last summer and finally received a reply from Jack's son Jeff who was executor of the estate. Al remembers that Jack was a varsity athlete in soccer and lacrosse who had a special talent for doing unusual things. One of these was during Plebe summer one day after receiving rifle/pistol instruction by the Marines across the river While waiting for the motor launch to carry us back Jack was marching his squad along the sea wall, ordered them to halt and then stack arms. Next he gave an order for a flanking movement which marched his squad and himself off the seawall into the river After retuming with his dripping wet squad to Bancroft Hall, Jack reported himself to the OOD, who dismissed him without putting him on report after determining that the rifles were dry. Another of Jack's antics was when the Sick Bay in Bancroft experienced a shortage of bottles to dispense APCs, Jack made a sweep of his wing collecting old bottles and traded them in (probably to an HM) for a one day sick in room chit.

John Reisinger (15) reported that Robert E. Mack (15) died suddenly on 31 March 2000. He was retired and living in Toronto, Canada, with his wife, Susan, a Canadian native. A son in San Diego and daughter in Virginia Beach also survived him.

Bob had been out of contact with the Class for five years. He had been working on flight simulators and had a Web site (www.flightsimtraining.com) which is being maintained by Susan.

Fifty Classmates, wives, and friends attended our End of the Dark Ages party at Quantico in April which Herb Hope so ably orchestrated. Among those making this a happy occasion were Betty 109

Conboy and Suzy Deppish. Your scribe took some photos of this "first" for a Dark Ages party. Smokey Gard posed for the photographer between Betty, on left, and Suzy on right.

Quantico: Betty Conboy, Smoke Gard, Suzy Deppish Before lunch, Ted Walker, with scribe's son, LT Cliff Shearer, SC, USN, gave directions to the bar.

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joined by Al Freer (2) from California who was in the area visiting his son and Jack Dougherty.

Dick Alger, our Reunion Coordinator, sent an update.

Classmates have responded with their ideas regarding our "2004" get together. A few volunteers have accepted assignmentsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Bill Land will fill the Reunion's Treasurer's job; Cutter Robinson and Bob Schienzig offered to provide "West Coast" representation. Personally gratifying was Jess Owens' acceptance of the "2IC" position. As the Second in Command he brings a wealth of experience to the table. Talk about senior momentsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;my opening info piece omitted the really first organized major reunion. Our 20th was chaired by El Presidente, Fitz Woodrow. Has he really been working for our Class for over 25 years? Yeah and we are fortunate!

Alger's Reunion Reflections: The first Classmate to answer the following question earns a chit from me for drinks for him and his lady when we gather in 2004. Question: Which of our beloved yet often strange Classmate brought not fraits, nuts, orflowersin a basket at our 40th, but a number of baskets harboring a bunch of snakes? He was quite upset when the hotel management ordered "Cujo" and friends from the premises! By the way, please send me your reflections. Dick, 6504 Cygnet Drive, Alexandria, VA 22307-1312.

Your scribe apologizes to Bob Wilmer for referring to him twice as "Don Wilmer" in the May issue Class column and I hope that it didn't confuse you other readers.

Heads-up for Army-Navy Game Class officers are planning on having a 40-passenger bus available at Rip's Restaurant in Maryland on US 301, just off US 50, to take Classmates and wives/guests to the game. After the game, the bus will return to Rip's for cocktails, buffet dinner and post game reminiscing in Rip's enclosed pavilion. Plenty of parking available at Rip's. More thtin one bus can be available if demand warrants. Cost for bus transportation will be about $10/person for a full bus. More info will be promulgated later To get your nEune on list contact your scribe or Herb Hope.

Request for Anecdotes The Class got a request from the wife of ENS Andrew Newsome '98 for assistance in a book she is starting. Paula Newsome is collecting stories from spouses of Academy graduates which cover dating and marriage to USNA grads. She is looking for funny, amazing, sad or romantic stories during courtships as well as a wife's dealing with deployments, numerous moves, raising children, wartime separations, retirements, sickness and (even though she didn't mention it) death. Paula believes that this kind of book would be particularly beneficial for those spouses now confronted with separations, moving and health care. When these new brides feel that their situation is the heu'dest any spouse has ever had to contend with, they can look back in time at a real life encounter of a service wife facing problems such as having to sell a house, move and get their sick kids taken care of, all on their own, while hubby is deployed. I'm sure that there's a wealth of experience to be captured among the wives of '54. Any of you in the writing mode please send your prose to Mrs. Paula Newsome, 9238 Phillip Avenue Norfolk, VA 23503; 757-587-6568.

Julian C. "Pat" Patrick (13) from Gulf Breeze, FL, sent a news clipping reporting the death of Mitch Soltys' widow, Carolyn Walker Soltys, in Gulf Breeze on 30 March 2000 following a cruise vacation. After Mitch was killed in an aircraft accident in 1967, Carolyn retumed to her family home in Gulf Breeze to raise their three children, all of which survive her

Harv Taffet doesn't spend all his time grappling with biographies for our 50 year Class History. He found time to live it up on the beach at Melboume, FL, with George Leventen, a local resident, plus Sue and Charlie McLean who spent the weekend with the Taffet's after retuming from a craise.

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Gathering of Air Force Cats Jay Smith sent a note about taking his wife, Marilyn, on an ovemight river craise aboard Dennis Trone's craise boat TWILIGHT. During the craise Jay and Denny compared notes about their marriages in the Chapel shortly after graduation. Preference numbers were drawn since there were only 16 slots available that 4th day in June. Dennis' preference number was number one and Jay's was in the 40s. Dennis chose a slot on the 5th, and somehow Jay lucked into a sunset time wedding on the 4th. Jay has asked Dennis to reserve space for Marilyn and him for a remm craise on TWILIGHT on 4 June 2004.

Trone and Jay Smith Craise the Big Muddy From Ed Dawson. Subject: Aircraft Accident Oct 1999.

Ellie and I extend to all of you our sincere and heartfelt thanks for your compassionate correspondence regarding the loss of our daughter's husband. Van Ardan, in a fatal aircraft accident last year. Van was the sport's agent of Payne Stewart, the world-renowned golfer who also perished on this ill-fated flight. Van was president of Leader Enterprises, a sports agency which represented such prominent sportsfiguresas Orel Hersheiser, Chipper Jones, Bill Parcels and Paul Azinger among many other hand-picked moral athletes who were real All American hero types and religious models that parents would like their children to emulate. Van Ardan and his CEO Robert Fraley would never accept any client who was less than honorable. As you may have seen on TV there was an outpouring of sympathy by sportsmen and sports watchers around the globe. I was there when they suspended the golf toumament on Friday and over one hundred top rated golfersflewfrom Texas to Orlando to attend the memorial services. These great professionals showed up and lined both sides of the aisle as we all departed funeral services in the church. Our daughter, Debbie, has been a pillar of strength for their children and her church community has given them much support. Thank you again for your letters and phone calls.

That's all for this hot June shipmates. Presidential campaign will heat up too, although the flash Shipmate, July-August 2000

from '58 has fizzled. Scribe believes that tiie Vice Perpetrator and the Duke of Demagogues will be trying to frighten us with pleas for socialized medicine and opposition to Social Security reform. See you in September when Olde Poolie will be sharing his observations of Navy football games with the "All '54" email audience. Your scribe, OUie

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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 A '55 Joint Washington, D.C.-Tidewater and Mid-Virginia Chapter Luncheon was held at a neutral site in April. We met mid-week in Tappahaimock, VA, and had a wonderful time. The meeting place was a new golf course clubhouse that did a fine job taking care of us. After lunch, we all retteated to Betsey and Bob Fountain's impressive manor nearby on the backwaters of the Potomac River—what a beautiful setting and house! It was somewhat embarrassing to discover that participants from Tidewater and Mid-Virginia vastiy outnumbered us-guys from D.C, the largest grouping of our Class in the land! I guess that just goes to show that more of us in the Washington area are still busily engaged and can't get away during the workweek. Right? Attending were: Jerry Nay, Gwen and Frank Farino, Marlene and Al Dawson, Betty and Tony Hastoglis, Betty and Ross Olson, Lauren Johnson, Sarah and Larry Frost, Betsey and Bob Foimtain, Sybil Plumly, Sheila and Cal Weaver, Denny Sulbvan, Bob Miller, Ann and Ted Parker, Tom Kiefaber, Jack Baldwin, Pat and Paul Sutherland, Dorothy and Brent Stteit, Karen and Pat Taylor, Lyn and Dan Shields, Pat and Bob Englert, and Betty and Clif Shumaker

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The Fountains in front ot their manor house 45th Reunion All hands should have received the Final 45th Reunion package by now. Please note that the Reunion response form should be filled out and retumed to Cal Weaver by 1 September This is to

accommodate our "providers"—accurate numbers for planning purposes. If for some reason you have not received the package and need to respond on time, call Cal at 703-566-1909 or Tom Kiefaber at 703-758-1077.

An impressive ground breaking ceremony was held on 10 May at Dewey Field to dedicate the Glenn Wamer Soccer Facility. One of the facility's principal sponsors. Bill Anders, played a major role in the ceremony—wielding a shovel and making remarks. His story about how he chose soccer instead of lacrosse during Plebe Summer was a hoot.

Bill's fellow '55 soccer players, Joe Armstrong, Tom Stallman, and Wes Saunders were on hand to assist in honoring Glenn Warner's great accomplishments and service to the Naval Academy.

Paul Steffenhagen has written in about a thrilling experience.

I always look forward to receiving Shipmate and especially enjoy info on '55 Classmates. I hope to be there for the 45th Reunion and will look to seeing some I haven't seen for quite a few years, like John Thune. We were roommates infirstclass year and I haven't seen him for about 30 years, but talked to him by phone a couple of weeks ago.

I'm enclosing a snapshot taken on 5 March of this year at Moss Pt., MS. I wanted to wait until I hit 70 to make my first jump and that's what this was. I did the AFF, Accelerated Free Fall, jumping at 14,000 feet and opened my chute at 4,500 feet. The instractor in yellow had about 2,000 jumps, the one in black had 5,200. The picture shows me right after jumping, heading down at around 120 m.p.h. This was a tremendous thrill, not quite as much as my fu'st night carrier landing, but almost.

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USNA Class of 1955 45th Reunion Thursday, 26 October ~ Sunday, 29 October 2000 Steffenhagen soaring My last flight was about 37 years ago. On one drill weekend, I flew five flights with over eight hours of flight time at NAS New Orleans. About six hours after that weekend drill, I had a 55minute grand mal epileptic seizure, the first of many before I had lO'/z hours of brain surgery, done while I was 100 percent conscious, in Montreal, Canada. The full movie of that surgery was condensed into a 30 minute movie shown every half hour in the building called "Man and Life" in the Expo '67 in Montreal. While wideawake during that entire surgery, I gave them "a piece of my mind" which was one half of my left temporal lobe. I have now gone 30 years with no seizures, and have been totally off of seizure control medication for 24 years. The results have been outstanding and I have much to be thankful for.

After our Class Reunion, I will be entering the hospital in Montreal for my eighth 20 hour IQ test since the surgery. Hope to see you in October.

Some photos of recent events, i.e. '55 Award giving and D.C. get-togethers, are included with this column. Also, a shot of H u g h Webster and Al "King" Kozischek at the football players' luncheon held semi-annually in San Diego. And from a dusty bin of football memorabilia is drawn a line-up of '55 gridiron legends taken at the 35th: Webster, Phil M o n a h a n , A l e x A r o n i s , Joe G a t t u s o , " A c e " Davis, John Weaver, and Kozischek.

Renew friendships and "old tales be retold" Your reunion committee has been working diligently to provide for a memorable and successful reunion. The Waterfront Marriott Hotel is our headquarters and information center. A WEEKEND PACKAGE, with very reasonable prices for events rolled into one fixed amount, is offered and encouraged.

T H E WEEKEND EVENTS INCLUDE: Thursday afternoon at the Robert Crown Picnic LunchffP Cruises: Sailing Center

Welcome Aboard Party:

Thursday night at Alumni Hall

Reception and Dinner Dance: Friday night at the Waterfront Marriott Hotel.

Combo playing '50s music and other tunes Tailgate Party:

Saturday at the game in the Class of '53 Pavilion. Food, wine, beer and soft drinks will be provided

Post'Gavfie Party:

(Hospitality Suite) at the Waterfront Marriott Hotel and individual parties during Saturday evening

Sunday Brunc/i: Classmate Memorial Service:

At the Officer's and Faculty Club At the Chapel

You will have use of the Class Hospitality Suites, receive transportation to the scheduled events and receive gifts and favors significant to the reunion. A Momento Kit will be included in the WEEKEND PACKAGE. Plumly presenting '55 JO Leadership Award

Other events will include a Class of '55 Golf Toumament (price not covered in the weekend package) and an important Class Meeting. You should have received a final planning package (letter) in the mail from Denny Sullivan containing complete information about the schedule and appropriate registration forms.

If you have not received this package, please contact Denny Sullivan at 703-6830733 or Tom Kiefaber at 703-758-1077.

John Adams with Nancy and Bob Hinton

The Waterfront Marriott is fully booked. Our back-up hotel is the Best Westem Hotel off Route 50. Their phone number is 410-224-2800. If you need reservation assistance, contact Wes Saunders at 410-923-6729.

The cost of the WEEKEND PACKAGE is $255 per single (excluding hotel, football tickets, and incidentals) and $435 per couple (same exclusions). The price for individual events will be slightly higher.

Smaller parties or dinners on a Company or Battalion basis are being planned for Saturday night.

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Paul Sutherland sent in a picture and short report from the Outer Banks: Here is a picture of none other than Sandy and Ted Hyman in the usual Outer Banks sofa pose at our house. They were down to send off a craise that they had arranged for the Southem Shores Boat Club. It was a group of 34 so it was a good opportunity for them to visit for a few days and soak up the Outer Banks as they provided on-site ticket delivery and briefing for the group. Check out the look of contentment on both of their faces!

It only took a day and I think they might be sold on changing their zip code to 27949! Translated that means they even looked at some houses and property while they were here. Pat and I are still loving every minute of every day here and only will leave for any length of time to go cruising.

Sandy and Ted Hyman Skipper Charley Plumly has been working for a shipyard in Texas on an Array contract for tug delivery and training. Recently he delivered a tug from Texas to Baltimore, MD.

Hartley Holte and Bill Keimington

Webbie and Koz '55 Rules The Class had a strong representation and involvement at the May meeting of the Naval Academy Board of Trastees. John Haynes is a member of the Board, serving as the former president of the Sacramento Chapter Big Don Rohr was in attendance as the President of the Albuquerque Chapter, as was Ace Davis representing the Williamsburg Chapter Denny Sullivan, as Class president, also attended. In addition. Otto Zipf attended a grand reception the evening before the meeting, where all got acquainted with the new Alumni Association President, George Watt '73. The Class has other close involvement in the affairs and governance of the Association. Tony Hastoglis is president of the newly formed Central Virginia Chapter with focus in the Charlottesville area, and Jim Conway has a lifetime lock on president of the Newport, RI, Chapter What this all means is, '55 is a force in the Alumni Association and a strong participant in the Alumni life of the Academy.

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Don Rohr, Denny Sullivan and John Haynes Potpourri Larry Wigley is currently living outside of Boston and doing some consultant work during the week as a department manager for Ontario Power Generation in Toronto to retum four nuclear plants back to service.

Bill Anders reports that he has taken another step towards getting back on board with the Navy Team.

I'm pleased to report that this USAF-type has been made a member of the Tailhook Association.

VADM Mike Bowman (AirPac) included me in his new "Tailhook Legacy" Program (similar to the USAF "Heritage Flight") where we'll be flying USN vintage Warbirds (e.g. Bill's F8F-2 "Wampus Cat") in formation with the F-18 Demonstration pilot at West Coast air shows. Practice cat shots and traps next? A recent overnight craise with Valerie on the Abraham Lincoln convinced me that you real tailhooks have guts!

Also, Bill sent along a picture of him and his third son, Gregory (Maj USAF, USAFA '83) in formation.

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Class Executive Committee Co-Chairmen: CAPT Douglass E Hayman, USN (Ret.) (11) COL George Mushalko, USAF (Ret.) (15) Secy: Pete Randrup (3) e: hardhead@erols.com; h/f: 410-243-0552 4407 Atwick Road, Baltimore, MD 21210 Web Page: http://home.att.net/~US56NAindex.htm Email Status: Change in Class Email List In June, the email list 56USNA-HotList was renamed 56USNA. The list continues to handle only general interest messages that are on personal, Class, or Academy subjects. In order that you may participate in both sending and receiving the email using the 56USNA list, you need to both register with eGroups and subscribe to the list. For information on these processes, read the material found on the Web at this site: http://www.egroups.com/ help/registration.html.

New Subscribers Go to the eGroups Web subscription page at this site: http://www.egroups.com/subscribe/56USNA. In order that you may fully participate in using the 56USNA Ust, you need to provide registry information. This allows the moderator to clear your subscription request and send your messages on 56USNA. Those desiring to sign up for 56USNA who have email service but do not have access to the Web should contact the secretary for more details.

Class Email Directory Although a listing of members for the 56USNA list is available on the group's Members page, the eGroups privacy policy prevents the whole address from showing. By clicking on any address portion shown in this Members page, you can send a message to that address using the provided eGroups form, but even then you aren't supplied with the person's full address or identity. As a result, the '56 Email Directory is again being distributed to subscribers of the 56USNA list.

Changes of Address The key to making this work is for each of us to make a timely submission of any email address change directly to their eGroups' Profile before any address changes are executed (in other words, submit the change while still using your old address).

Last Call Timothy Joseph Cronin Jr. (7) died on 16 May 2000, following unexpected total kidney failure.

Upon having had a fall in his home, Tim was admitted to the hospital as a pneumonia case. During the past year he bad been hospitalized many times for what his family called "a tune-up." Additionally, Tim had had two amputations. Unfortunately, he took a sudden tum for the worse, and six hours later he died in his daughter's arms.

With deep regret, I must report to you that John Earle Elliott died on 14 April 2000. Jim Bruso (20) passed the word on after having heard from John's wife, Joyce. The funeral service was held at the family's church, Christ United Methodist Church in Wamer Robins, GA. Memorial donations may be made to our church, to the Hospice of Houston County in Wamer Robins, GA, or to the USNA Alumni Association, Class of 1956.

Robert Burton Ryan's widow, Peggy, reported that Bob died at his home in Timonium, MD, of heart failure on 20 December 1999. He had been retired on disability from his job as an electronics engineer at the AAl Corporation in Cockeysville, 114

MD, for eight years before his death. Bob left the Academy, where he was in the 19th Company, during Youngster Year, and then attended Johns Hopkins University. He had kept alive his association with the Class and the Academy by being active witii tiie USNA AA.

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Pres: CAPT Walter T. Meukow, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT W. H. Peerenboom, USN (Ret.) 1003 Rachael Lane, Vienna, VA 22180-6473 e: whp36@aol.com I am deeply saddened to report that since the last Shipmate issue, we have lost three Classmates. I only have very limited information on two of them.

Jack Weston and Griff Herring. Jack lived in the Northem Virginia area, but had not been seen by many of us in this area, and so his death came as a most unpleasant shock. Griff Herring's passing was reported by Pete Purvis, who knew only that Griff died in Wilmington, NC, on 14 April of cancer The folks at Shipmate informed me of the death of Bill Sheppard who passed away on 3 April in Norman, OK. A complete obituary for Bill will appear in a future issue of Shipmate Last Call section. I know the Class joins me in extending our sincere condolences to the families of these Classmates, and that we are keeping them in our prayers. They will be sorely missed!

Happier news, we have received an assortment of input, but for the first time in memory, none of it has come by U.S. Mail. All the news received came either by direct email to me, or was "picked off" the Class "Onelist" entries from contributors. A tribute to modem communications, although it does have its drawbacks, especially when it comes to retrieving them. I hope I do a complete job, but please do not hesitate to take a "round tum" on me if I missed finding something you sent in. This period between columns is two months, and for people of our advancing years to misplace something in our filing systems in that span of time is not all that uncommon, sorry to say!

Andy Longton sent in a brief note regarding a recent visit. Here is his report: Marti and Bob Cockell spent a few days in Tucson last Friday thra Sunday. We had a nice visit, and saw some of the local attractions here in the Southwest (Pima Air Museum, Kino mission at San Xavier, and the historic presidio section of Tucson).

Maxine and Harry Gimber left the warmth and splendor of Coronado to visit in the east (in the winter?) and Harry sent in a note telling us all about their good time.

Maxine and I were in D.C. last week visiting Ann and George Lanman. Also saw John Stacey and Walt Meukow. John handled the sale of the Lanman house. They move to Coronado in July.

My biggest pleasure was seeing the Submarine Centennial exhibit at the American History Museum. It is tremendous and deserves a looksee by anyone visiting D.C. in the next couple of years.

The Project Director is Pete Boyne's wife, Eleanor. Give her a plug. (My plug for Eleanor is not based on the fact that two of "my" boats BARBEL and BLUEBACK are pictured in the exhibit. Can anyone top that?)

I stopped my work with the Navy LCAC program in January and am now a man of leisure if you don't count two ski weeks, a house swap to San Francisco and the D.C. visit as well as lots of

grandchild baby-sitting. Will get to the "to-do" list eventually.

Harry is only one of many Classmates who have visited the Submarine exhibit, and all are in complete agreement that it is spectacular. Pete noted to me that Eleanor had been working at Smithsonian for over 18 years, and was "called back" to lead that project. Anyone who comes to the city should be sure and book time to visit it! Another tribute to the '57 Family. Well done, Eleanor!

Those of you who are regular readers of these columns will recall that some time over a year ago, Sue and Bob Warters picked up stakes from Houston and moved "down under" to the land of the kangaroos, koalas and other "different" species. Well, they are back, and Bob sent a note telling of their adventures, and including a picture of himself and Bill Mickle, taken in Chile. Here is Bob's report: Sue and I lived in Australia for a little over a year, but we are back at home in our old house in Houston where I have retired again. I do not intend to work any more, but one should never say never.

Cape Horn Report: Bill Mickle, myself, my son and son-in-law, and three of my friends chartered a 51 -foot steel-hulled sailboat to sail around Cape Horn and visited the area surrounding the Beagle Channel. We met the boat, which came with a captain and a cook, in Ushuaia, Argentina on 18 March 2000, and left the next moming to check in with Chilean immigration and customs in Puerto Williams, Chile. We then proceeded to Puerto Toro, Chile, and from there we sailed directly to Cape Horn. We approached the Cape from the north and sailed around the Cape in a counterclockwise direction.

The weather was fairly good but it was cold (42 degrees Fahrenheit). After completely circling Cape Horn, we anchored for the night in an inlet of one of the WoUston Islands.

From there we proceeded west in the Beagle Channel to visit some glaciers. One morning, after having been anchored for the evening, we found about 5 inches of snow on the deck and the temperature was below freezing. Later that day, our younger shipmates climbed a mountain while a nearby hill was fine for the rest of us. We later roasted a lamb on an open fire (asado) and had dinner on the beach. A very interested fox monitored our activities throughout the day and, at one point, attempted to run off with Bill's Navy sweater and ball cap. Two days were devoted to exploring the beautifiilfiordsin the area. One day while motoring through pack ice (mini icebergs) very close to the face of the glacier, we actually saw some chunks break off the face and crash into the water.

We returned to Puerto Williams in order to properly exit Chile, retumed to Ushuaia, and departed for the U.S. on 1 April.

The trip was one that we all will remember forever. The cold wind, rain, snow, sleet and some sunshine made the trip challenging, but the rounding of the Cape along with the magnificent scenery made it all worthwhile. An added bonus was the opportunity for Bill and Bob to share Academy, Sub School, submarine, and Rickover sea stories with their shipmates, particularly stories about Bob with his son and son-in-law present.

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Jim Poole took closest-to-the-pin honors. While we still maintain our competitive intensity against one another, it is obvious the years haven't changed our respect or admiration for one another once the game has ended. The 19th Hole was a fitting conclusion to the day's battle as copious sea-stories were told and brew consumed with good cheer and great camaraderie. It was the consensus of all who participated that we should make the Challenge Cup an annual event and that Army would host it in 2001.

Boy, wait 'til next year. Beat Army\

Bill Mickle and Bob Warters in Chile Bob Warters retired the first of the year after 23 years with Brown & Root. All of this time was spent in Houston except for the last year when he and Sue lived in Adelaide, Austtalia, where Bob managed operations throughout the Asia Pacific area.

Bob and Sue now live in Houston. Bill and Renee live in Northem Virginia, and Bill works for SAIC. '57 Myrtle Beach Golf 2000 The 3rd Annual USNA '57 Golf Week was once again held in Myrtle Beach, SC, 1 -6 May 2000. With the Dunes Village Resort as their headquarters, 16 members of the Class and eight of their wives enjoyed five days of fun, sun and golf. Participating in this year's program, hosted and coordinated by Cleve Loman, were: Frank Baulch, Mimi and Dave Cooper, Nan and Bob Crouch, Bill Hamel, Margaret Anne and Shannon Heyward, Dan Kenney, Cleve Loman, Louise and Larry Magner, Gail and John Nolan, Jack O'Donnell, Kendra and Bill Palmer, George Philipps, Ginger and Jim Poole, Anne and Jerry Smith, Sam Trippe, and Dick Vosseller. Non-golfers indulged themselves in sunning, surfing, shopping and antiquing while the golfers in the group played four different golf courses over the 5-day period, enjoying a different format each day to stimulate their competitive juices. Capturing the Uon's share of prize money was none other than Cleve Loman, which was only fitting because of all the time and effort he put into making the outing such an enjoyable and memorable experience for all who participated.

'57 Army-Navy Golf Challenge On 25 May 2000, 10 members each of the Class of 1957 from Annapolis and West Point were scheduled to meet on the greens of Ft. Belvoir's North 36 Golf Facibty to contest for the '57 Army-Navy Challenge Cup. Playing for Navy were: Bob Crouch, Jim Poole, Bill Hamel, Dick Vosseller, Walt Meukow, Jim Foresman, Pete Junghans, Jerry Smith, George PhiUpps and George Lanman. Their Army opponents included (in order): Ted Vorhees, Ed Hickey, Chip King, John Stokes, Dave Shorr, John Herren, Bill Thompson, Rudy Patero, Bemie TuUington, and Nick Robinson. Regrettably, Bill Thompson had to cancel so the Junghans-Thompson match was considered a "no contest." This first of what is expected to be an annual head-to-head meeting ended, fittingly, in a tie, each side garnering 13 of a possible 27 total points available under the match play format. Accordingly, the Challenge Cup will reside with Navy for six months and be tumed over to Army at our Annual '57 A-N Luncheon until contested for again next year. Army's Dave Schorr (low net, 65); Ed Hickey (longest drive); and Rudy Patero (high net, 80) won other individual cash prizes. Navy's George Philipps eamed prize money for the really longest drive, and

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Post surgery

Fully recovered In my own situation, as those of you who are "Onelist" aficionados know, I underwent surgery for prostate cancer in early May. The surgeon noticed my ring during my first visit and let me know that he was a Woop from the Class of '67. In the interest of assuring a good outcome, I dressed for the occasion, which explains the first picture, taken right after he finished his work and I woke up. The second picture, taken three and a half weeks later at a retirement ceremony at which 1 was privileged to be the guest speaker is meant to attest to his fine work! I want to take this opportunity to thank the many Classmates who kept me in their prayers and sent their good wishes. Those are the things that get us through these kinds of situations!

we hadn't changed one bit. Dick and Christiane invited Mary and Bill Petro, Solveig and Ed Palanek, and us to his beautiful new home for an evening of dinner and camaraderie. A good time was had by all. I have attached a picture of the four of us playing golf.

Just after the Academy finished its last class for the spring semester, but before exams, the companies hosted their formal "dining-ins" Our Class' sponsored Company, 22nd, very graciously invited our Classmates to attend, and nine of us were privileged to accept their invitation. Those fortunate ones were Paul Behrends, Larry Cohen, Wayne Fritz, Mike Kelly, Bill Peerenboom, Bill Romoser, Fritz Warren and Chuck Wilbur. After a relaxing social hour (beer and wine to those of us over 21...most of our Classmates claimed to qualify), we were seated one each to a table of Midshipmen of all classes. The opportunity to interact with these fine young men and women was traly an exciting treat, and all of us agreed that we have nothing to fear with regard to the worry that somehow the Academy is in trouble. Perfect it may not be, but with these kinds of "products" in the pipeline, we can all rest easy! One significant difference that was noted is that today's Mids are much more inter-class oriented than we were. We did things as a Class, and did not regularly interact all that much with our shipmates of other classes. It was traly refreshing to observe the much closer socialization among all classes—even Plebes—today. Both before and after dinner every gathering of Mids with one of our Classmates included members of every class, and they seemed much more comfortable with each other than 1 recall we might have been in similar situations. And it was refreshing to observe that the "roasts" and post-prandial entertainment were spread among all present—firsties ragging on youngsters, and so forth. In all, a most enjoyable evening, for which we owe heartfelt thanks and a hearty "Bravo Zulu" to the Company!

That wraps up this column. By the time it hits the street it will be football season, and we can get over to cheer the team again. We should get a good crowd at Army this year, since it will be in Baltimore at PsiNet Stadium. Till then, BeatArmy]

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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@mail.erols.com Web page: http://www.usna.com/Classes/1958/

Paul Basse and golf buddies Among the many kind notes of encouragement was this note from Paul Basse who shared his experience and sent in a nice picture of a visit he had.

Here is Paul's note: The end of March I took some R&R in Phoenix as a recovery from the surgery to play golf and visit with some 21st Company Classmates. I was accompanied by a close friend, Sharon Ostby, whom I have known since junior high in Seattle, although there was a 44 year gap. Had a grand time in Phoenix, playing golf with Dick Chenault, Bill Petro, and Ed Palanek. It had been a number of years since I had seen them and of course

They crawled across the scorching sand, feeling the sharp edge of each miniscule grain as it tore into their skin. The sky was cloudless, leaving no barrier to diminish the glare of a relentless sun, no respite from the heat that beat down upon their shoulders. The dust was gathering in the skin creases around their eyes, now in a permanent squint as a reflex tried to save their vision. The water was gone, the last of it into parched throats the preceding day. But the flag.. .they still had the flag, folded and carried inside a ragged shirt. When they were about to collapse, a glimpse of a beige stracture in the distance gave them enough willpower to crawl those last hundreds of yards. Vultures that had been circling above broke off and swooped for other prey as they reached the rains. At the rubble strewn

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entry way was a dilapidated sign, faded and dryrotted at the edges. Barely legible, the words "Fort Zindemeuf could just be seen. With great effort, the voice croaked, "Get the camera out...I'll hold the flag up. We have to show the world that this God-forsaken place is just one more stop on the travels of the '"58 Is Great' banner!"

Well, when you look at some of the travel shots we've been showing during the past few months, a scenario like that isn't beyond the realm of possibility. The Class Web site provided a link to the photo album posted by Mike McLane (6), who displayed scads of pictures of the '58 trip to New Zealand and Australia arranged by Diane and Massie Hughes (3) of "Still Craisin'." One of the photos from that trip was shown in an earlier column, but the advantage to looking at them on the Web is that you see the scenery in color, and can get the pictures to a decent size for making out the finely sculpted features of your Classmates. In the event you have already forgotten that earlier picture, Jack Adams (4) sent in one he had taken of the '58 guys under the New Zealand Naval Ensign in Milford Sound, N.Z., From the left: Dick Alexander (10), Mike Moran (24), Mike Neely (3), Mike McLane (6), George Greer (17), and Jack Adams, while kneeling in front is Massie Hughes.

The four-month adventure/educational cruise taken by Joyce and Buff Walter (11) and Vera and Al Haugen (11), along with 500 other passengers on the Greek craise ship AEGEAN 1, provided a multimde of "first flagging" photos. In 120 days, USNA roommates Buff and Al and their ladies visited over 30 ports on all seven continents. Many of their photos were displayed on the Photo Gallery page of the '58 Web site during May and June. These included flag shots taken atop the island of Madeira, atop the Rock of Gibraltar, at a penguin rookery in Antarctica, on Easter Island, and on a photo safari in Kenya. Two were saved for this column, as they represent unique flaggings. The first is up in the Andes Mountains at the Aztec rains of Machu Picchu, and the second is a meeting in Mira Flores, Peru, with our Classmate from that country, VADM Guillermo "Zeke" Zariquiey, PN (Ret.) (4). In the photo you see Zeke, his wife, Matti, Joyce and Buff Walter holding up the flag, while Betty Puscheck, wife of Herb Puscheck, USMA '58, watches from the side. The Puschecks represented the Woo Poo contingent on the trip. Joyce and Buff have more pictures and videos for those that want to see and hear about the craise of a lifetime.

becoming the first SFCU president who is a graduate of Stanford University. He had been the executive vice president of SFCU since 1996, and before that, was the CEO of Golden Bay Federal Credit Union in Mountain View, CA. SFCU claims to have been the world's first financial institution to provide Intemet access, way back in December 1993, and currently has assets of nearly $300 million.

Congratulations on the promotion!

Back in Old Virginny, Mike Dallam (6) played in a charity golf tournament, supported by Classmates and friend on a per-hole basis. Belying his "I can barely walk the course" assurances, in one day he managed to play 103 holes of golf. Great for the charity, and a gasp from those paying off at that rate. Mike decided to change his email address to MWDallam@aol.com for those of you that wish to laud his athletic (and pocket-picking) prowess.

A report from Don Boemer (15) who has left Westerville, OH, as explained: Thanks for your persistence and before I forget, new address is: 9 Fonsagrada Trace, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909. We have been considering this location for retirement and decided last September to put our house on the market in Westerville, OH. We were in Arkansas at the time

and the realtor called to say we had sold it (in two days). Got them cracking on our new home here and dashed back to Ohio to complete the paperwork. I wasn't planning on retiring from Management Recraiters until 3 January '00 so it got pretty hectic. Had to vacate our home in November, move into an apartment for two months, come to Arkansas and rent a townhouse for three months and then move a third time into our new home (ranch for a change). Bottom line, Gail and I are finally getting settled, but during the transition our computer crashed and we were doing no emailing.

So, I am retired now (what a strange feeling) and Gail and I are looking forward to some travel, golf and boating. We have several navigable lakes big enough for my Sea Ray and would you believe eight golf courses! Anyhow, the door is always open for Classmates and friends so put out the word. Not really sure when we'll get back USNA way again, but we'll certainly try. Our best to all y'all (how quickly we leam) and '58 is Great!

Also checking in after an absence is CAPT Monroe James Kmg MC, USN (Ret.), (20) (monroking @ aol.com). Jim was with us through Plebe Year, and then resigned at the end of the year to go back to pre-med. He later came back into the Navy for a career in the Medical Corps. He and wife, Barbara, live in Largo, FL.

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Joyce and Buff Walter at Machu Picchu, Pera '58ers do other things beside travel, so in the middle of our adventure photos we'll catch up on some other events. Out yonder in Palo Alto, CA, last April; John Davis (7) was appointed president and CEO of the Stanford Federal Credit Union (SFCU). You may have heard of that California school, but you probably didn't realize that John was an M.B.A. graduate of that institution, thus 116

The Zariquieys and the Walters in Pera Shipmate, July-August 2000

From d o w n Norfolk, VA, way c o m e s a Bill Byman (2) (WilliamByman@msn.com) broadcast: I have a new email address. The NorfolkA^irginia Beach group is going strong; we typically have 12 or more for our lunch gatherings the first Wednesday of every month. George Chafee (12) more or less organizes things; no program, just family updates and sea stories. If you should ever be in this area please drop one of us a note and get directions to the restaurant.

Some of the great stories that occur in the Class are those of the unexpected meeting in out-of-theway places. This issue brings us two such stories, the first an April event from George Meinig (11): Jan and I are up north in God's country till the end of this week, and Jan had one of those "encounter" experiences this aftemoon. As she was retuming to our place in Harpswell from an antique hunt in Bath, she noticed she was being followed by a strange man with a Vermont license plate. She turned into our small street, so did he.

She turned into our drive, so did he. Tums out it was Peter Berg (18), who spends winters at their place not four miles from us, before retreating to Vermont for the other half of the year. Hehad been driving the other way on Rt. 24, saw our "NA 58" license as Jan drove by, pulled a U-tum, and went into pursuit mode. We had a good chat about all the '58ers in the area before he retumed to his errands. Small world. Take care.

The second chance encounter happened further south, but almost at the same time of the year, the first week of May. As told by Dick Dunbar (15): 28 April I received the May edition of Shipmate and took it with me to oiu- beach house on the Northern Outer Banks of North Carolina. I read with interest the items about Classmates meeting in obscure places. The next moming Nancy and I went to the Ace Hardware Store between Duck and Corolla. As we were getting out of our car to go in, Betsy and Walt Cantrell (1) were coming out of the store to get in their car. One minute either way and we might have missed each other.

Needless to say, we were delighted to see them!

We stood in the parking lot and caught up, wishing that we had a camera and Class flag. As John Madden says, "Ace is the place!" Cheers.

Sometimes the encoimter isn't with a Classmate, but with another USNA graduate in a far away place.

Take die example of Chet Grocki (6), who ttaveled to Austtalia last March and then went out to the Great Barrier Reef. While visiting this natural wonder, he encountered another ttaveler, and upon inttoduction discovered a fellow graduate, CDR Ollie Loper '47, USN (Ret.), from Danville, CA. The photo shows these two "Canoe U. Kids," with Grocki on the right.

And upon remm from the trip, Chet bought a Class flag, knowing that he would take heat for not having flagged the Great Barrier Reef

Chet Grocki '58 and Ollie Loper '47, Australia That serves as a segue to get back into the travels of the flag! Sonia and Carlos Hernandez (24) took a craise with friends aboard the NORWEGIAN CROWN last January, craising from Montevideo, Chile, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. This is one of

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those "sailing around the Horn" trips, so in Carlos' words: After visiting the Chilean fiords and lake area, craising the Strait of Magellan, sightseeing past several glaciers, and then going past Cape Hom and saluting Albatross monument, we headed for the Falkland Islands. The Captain explained that he did not go around Cape Hom Island because the last and only time he did that (on his first trip there as a Captain) he got a nasty letter from the Chilean Navy. It tums out that Chile claims the inland waters around Cape Hom Island and requires the presence of a Chilean pilot any time a foreign ship goes into those inland waters. I think he meant it might be easier to go "over the wall."

On the other hand, the ship's officers were extremely impressed with the way the Chilean Navy maintained the navigational aids, charts, lighthouses, etc. They could not be more complimentary. It was a great trip, and it didn't hurt any to know a couple of words in Spanish, even if they thought I had a funny accent. Told them I had the same problem at home! Beat Army\ Carlos sent a photo from dress-up night on the ship, with the other end of the flag being help up by his friend Chuck Schulle, Texas A&M '58. Have you heard the one about the Aggie w h o . . . ? (Oops, family publication. That one won't fly!)

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9th Company in Montana Carlos Hemandez and an Aggie go around Cape Hom March found some snowbirds from Maine and Virginia seeking warmer climes, so two '58 couples slipped down to Florida for warmth and hospitality. The photo they sent in shows Norine and Dave Ault (10) of Maine, Pat and JJ Seeberger (10) of Virginia, and Bette and I v a n N a n c e (10) of Niceville, FL, aboard Ivan's boat in Punta Gorda, FL. Now that's an educated guess, because JJ just said "Punta Gorda," and there is one of those in Belize also, just south of Monkey River However, it doesn't seem likely that the Mosquito Coast would be the vacation destination.

While some were escaping the snow and cold, others were avidly chasing it down. Jack Nulty sent in the following frosty tale: The cold weather and great ski conditions in Montana in Febraary provided a scenic backdrop for the '58 flag, with a McCain 2000 pennant attached, to be hoisted to the top of Lone Mountain at the Big Sky ski complex. The attached picmre includes host and hostess Bob and Debbie Mason, with their guests Dorrie and JD Williams and Barbara and Jack Nulty. The three 9th Co. couples spent a week of terrific skiing while staying at the Masons' Big Sky condo. There were many humorous recollections along with heated political discussions sitting by the fire after a strenuous day outdoors. Dorrie and JD are in the process of building a mountain getaway at Big Sky for future seasons.

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Lastly, a note from Murray Blank (6), who just refuses to have anything to do with retirement in any form: In the best tradition of "double" and "triple dippers," Miuray Blank has accepted the appointment of adjunct associate professor by the dean of the Graduate School of Business and Management, University of Maryland University College. He will instruct management and leadership courses, largely in their M.B.A. program. Blank retired first from Bell Atlantic, after 27 years, then did a short stint with a small consulting firm. Next, until his most-recent retirement, he worked ten years as a Performance Management Analyst for Baltimore Gas and Electric at their Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. Prior to employment in the private section, Blank had a brief career in the Navyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; unfortunately, not long enough to qualify for any retirement benefits.

He has a B.S. in engineering from the Naval Academy, an M.S. in financial management from George Washington University, an M.B.A. in management from Loyola College of Maryland, and a doctorate in education, also from George Washington. Although he specializes in organizafion development, with his educational background, he can be dangerous in several fields.

Murtay and his bride, Teddy, have lived in Annapolis for at least 12 years.

That puts this column close to the limit for the words and photos mix, so we'll save a couple of adventures and some address changes for the September issue.

'58 Trivia: As usual, the youngest Classmate at 63, Boy Barber John Frustace (16). The comerstone of the Naval Academy Chapel was laid by a member of the Class of ' 5 8 . Who was it? Hasta Luego!WSW 117

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Pres: VADM Francis R. Donovan, USN (Ret.) Chairman Exec. Committee: CAPT Norbert H. Bednarek, USNR (Ret.) e: bednarek@annap.infi.net Exec. VP: Joe Flynn Admin. VP: Gary Geist Exec. Sec'y: Bruce Nordwall Corp. Treasurer: Dave Osbum Sec'y: CAPT John A. Butterfleld, 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/usna59.html After a two-month respite, 1 am back at the '59 column. Quite a bit to report, so let's get on with it.

Are you ready to play? No lifelines in this contest.

Some quickies: Milan Moncilovich can now be reached at MilanMl@aol.com; Ron Denney is at rondenney@aol.com and you can congratulate Ron (and Bev) because as 1 write this they are to be married and honeymoon in Bermuda. Hope Ron provides a post honeymoon report, and if he does not, some of his golf-playing buddies (who love to kid him about his plaid pants) are apt to make one up! We now have Ray Art at Arayart@aol.com.

Any football ticket questions, contact Marty Finerty at mjfjef@erols.com. Sally and Dick Russell reside in BokeeUa, FL, and you can try them at FS3508@aol.com. Okay, enough alphabet soup and email for now.

Bud McFarlane, who served President Reagan in fantastic fashion as his National Security Advisor, October '83-December '85, wrote an excellent piece for the 4 May edition of the New York Times.

Bud described it as a Star Wars reminiscence, and it was entitled, "Thanks to Reagan the Force will be with us." You may want to pull up a copy off the Intemet, or visit your local librauy.

By the time you read this, the Class will have celebrated a joyous 41st anniversary of our graduation with a gala picnic at the Ed Veazeys' "Eagles View." There were lots of clever emails and bits of info put out by Ed Veazey (a full-fledged Op Order including maps and graphics), Bruce Nordwall, Robby Robinson, and the other co-host Lloyd Adams. You could have come by boat, plane, train, or automobile, and if you got lost or could not follow the detailed directions it was your own fault!

One could have even made it by kayak or canoe!

Well done and a big thanks to the organizers and hosts! All sorts of activities were planned for 8267 Lighthouse Lane, King George, VA 22485. It started at noon and continued until the last few embers were visible. '59er spirit is alive and well!

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L to r: Madden, Lehmberg, Yerkes, Dave Johnson, Don Smith, Ron Denney, Rick Johnson, and Joe Flynn sand@btigate.com. Duane Sand '90 served as a nuclear submariner and now aims for another form of public service. And while I am giving out plugs, make sure you read Flags of our Fathers. What an inspiring book written by the son of the Navy Corpsman (Bradley) who was one of the flagraisers at Iwo Jima. Any Marine will take special pride upon reading this, but for all of us who know what service and sacrifice traly mean, this book reminds us of brave warriors of WWII. Priscilla is enjoying the book as much as 1, and we have given a number of books as gifts. Don't miss it!

And don't miss any opportunity to meet and greet George Watt '73, the new president and CEO of our national Alumni Association. I had the great pleasure of meeting George at the 11 -12 May meetings in Annapolis, when Chapter presidents. Class presidents, and the Board of Trastees convened.

George has been in the Charlotte, NC, region for quite a few years, and he knows a few '59ers quite well, including John Roddey, who may be better known of late as Rich Roddey. I think the Class should get a Roddey report/update, and for one reason, we need to know who the real Roddey is. Perhaps he has never quite shaken his Midshipman penchant for "living on the edge"â&#x20AC;&#x201D;for not being the most "reg" guy the 1st Batt ever knewâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and by changing names he hopes to remain elusive. But seriously, John has always been extremely well liked, and I am told has been very successful in many careers and ventures. Let us hear from you Roddey!

I just heard from good friend Bradley N. Keyes

(writing from 6452 Spring Terrace, Falls Church, VA 22042) who fills us in on two of his 1st Company Classmates. Donald D. Babcock is the provost and vice president for academic affairs with the University of Massachusetts at Boston (he has served with U. Mass for 31 years). Don says, "Our goal is to make higher education accessible to students, regardless of where they are or how busy their daily schedules." Other positions Don has held at one time or another: vice chancellor for planning, acting provost, and acting vice chancellor for administration as well as tenured associate professor As a founder of Muse (Multi-Site Education) Distance Leaming Program, Dr Babcock established a program that addresses the educational and vocational needs of teachers, healthcare workers and college-level students. Don holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University.

Jerry McMurray, the old cowboy, is still hanging around some place out West. Me thinks Hillsboro, OR, was one of the most recent locales.

But he wrote Brad to parade his excuses for not making it back for the 40th Reunion. Seems Jmac joined a company for a year to do the continuing turnaround and try to grow the company rapidly.

Jerry said, "That combined with two family reunions at about the same time, caused me to do my usual.. .1 flaked out!" He went on to say, "I am committed to end this sort of insanity and be done with the business world, with a goal of spring/April 2000." Mac went on to apologize for not making the arrangements/accommodations Brad and othShiomate. -Inly-August 2000

ers had made. Well, Jerry, we need something from the horse's mouth as to what goes. Did you finally wind business up so you can get back outdoors, on your own horse, and enjoy life like your reputation always had us believe!

I spotted Toby Field's photo in the latest issue of Naval War College Foundation Notes. Seems Tylor Field II functions as the acting executive director of the Foundation. Yeah Toby! And he was pictured congratulating the top sailors at the Naval War College, the top Senior and Junior Sailors of the Year.

Hey guys, we best get with it and try to join the golf gang for one of the '59er outings. Seems like they had an absolute blast in North Carolina! These photos come from Ron Denney (1412 Pleasure Ave., Ocean City, NJ 08226). The "group grope" shot from left to right includes Rich Madden, Skip Yerkes, Bob Reifsnyder, Joe Flynn (hiding in the rear), Ron Denney (with those now notorious pants), Don Smith (Air Force Generals love to be center stage, but they'll hide behind others), Tom Lukish, George Lehmberg, Doug Volgenau (submarine admirals like to be silent and deep, so Volg is in the deepest r a n k ) . Rick J o h n s o n , N o r m Bednarek, and Dave Johnson. Next shot a few are posing at the dinner table (and behaving themselves before it probably got a bit rowdy): Rich Madden, George Lehmberg, Dave Johnson, Don Smith, Ron Denney, Rick Johnson, and Joe Flynn. The "clowning" picture (or crowning one if you prefer) features Tom Lukish, Doug Volgenau, Reif, and Norm Bednarek. Terrific spirit guys! Scores? That might be an altogether different story!

L to r: Lukish, "Volg," "Reif," and Norm Bednarek A more d e t a i l e d r e p o r t c o m e s from N o r m Bednarek: A new Class tradition has been started! Rich Madden organized a great pre-season golf getaway near Pinehurst, NC. We spent a raucous four days and three nights of golf and story telling. You already have the names. The collective memory of this group rivals the fabled memory of Marty Finerty! The stories sounded like we heard them before, but they seem to have gotten better with age. In addition to great golf and many stories, we still managed to enjoy some great food, ensured that the time-tested practice of "happy hour" was restored to our lifestyle, and enjoyed some traly fantastic personal exchanges with "friends" not available at most normal homecoming events (too busy, too rashed, too hectic, lotsa folks competing for conversation, etc). We did not have great weather, but it rained only one day. Courses were reported last issue. Just know all of us hated the bunkers at Talamore, and the greens were slick!

The course was extremely interesting and all enjoyed it. Everyone loved the Ross Course (Southem Pines) especially the rolling and mounded greens. Just wish we had some course knowledge before playing (what? Nobody had prepared some gouge... particularly for Reif?). We got soaked on Thursday and only the hardiest among us finished all 18 so did not get to really appreciate the Palmer course. There was a lot of scrab and environmental area to carry over and the design dictated quite a few lay-ups. Jack Nicklaus designed the 18th at Legacy (devilish water placement). It was a very forgiving course because anything into

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the rough rolled back into the fairway if you did not go too far afield. We all managed to do well in spite of the weather A very pleasant trip with 12 Classmates coming from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia Beach, Northem Virginia, and Maryland. All had a good time. We are already making plans for next year. As you know the West Coast version organized by Rich Madden will have been finished by 1 June (hopefully report to follow).

Anyone interested in next year's East Coast event contact Rich at 908-522-9522 (marsmadden® aol.com); Tom Lukish at 609-399-6228 (tlukish® msn.com); ormyself at410-263-3804 (bednarek® annap.infi.net). We have got some room to grow!

Call/email/join us! With all the clowning and imbibing, it was hard to get a suitable picture of the group, but George Lehmberg, Ron Denney, et al will have tried.

Thanks for the report Norm! And George sent an email: If you want to pull the pictures, go to the Web page http;//pages.prodigy.net/glehmberg/Golf/ page5.html.

Shifting gear, or to make a bit of a pun, changing "clubs." This note and photo comes from Mary Lou and Mike Stevens who are absolutely gung-ho for the USNA RV Club! Here's what they said: Mary Lou and I have tried both the marina/ houseboat and flying/airplane clubs, looking for some friendly down to earth folks and fill the void left by our Class reunions, only to have been disappointed more than we would like to say. So we got ourselves another toy, this time an "RV" and joined the U.S. Naval Academy RV Club and went to OIU' first "comearound" in Eufala, GA. It was the greatest thing since canned beer, sliced bread, and our 40th Class Reunion. Great food, friendly and sincere people, and a fellowship that one can not put words to. Jim Roberts, Walt Baskin, Bill Corroum, Tom Monaghan, Bob Manly and myself represent the Class of '59. The RV Club was the idea of Jim Roberts '54 and Mike Stroop '54 {Ed's note: at those meetings in Annapolis attended by John B. I was most impressed by Mike Stroop—a real go-getter, great guy—he made people feel the spirit of the RV Club and I appreciated that because my late parents had been happy RVers for years and years). The Club has already grown to 90 members in its first year. Jim Roberts as President has plans for four or five "comearounds" during the year, including a National one in 2001. He extends a warm invitation to anyone with a camper, trailer, motor home, or ? to come and be a part of one of the best times you will ever have. See the RV Club report in Chapter News! Attached photo shows "First Lady" Marie Roberts, Jim Roberts, Mary Lou and Mike Stevens having a libation at the Roberts "5th Wheeler."

Thanks Team Stevens and may more '59ers come to enjoy the camaraderie of the RV Club! Oh, Stevens can be located at 900 Big Lick Hollow Road, New Haven, KY 40051-6211.

Marie and Jim Roberts, and Mary Lou and Mike Stevens at an "RV Comearound" Peter Van Nort and family have departed San Antonio, TX, area for a new position/new location.

They are now in Greenville, SC; 864-246-0566.

Pete: I deleted the short email you sent, but just as well because I think you owe us a longer, more detailed report as to what goes. I issued a similar challenge to newlywed Larry Weaver, and that succeeded because he sent me a newsy email, some of which I pass on to you now.

Sharon and I had argued back and forth what we were going to have for a wedding. With both of us very active in the church, there were a "few" close friends from church that we wanted to invite, but if we invited one, then we would have to invite another, etc., etc. We finally decided that we would have immediate family (30-plus) and some of those "few"—another 70 by the time we pared down the list. Ceremony at the church went well! Reception at our (formerly "my") home, which was catered. God took good care of us for the weather cooperated and the evening in the living room, family room and out on the terrace around the pool was super. If it had not been nice and we could not use the outside, it surely would have been a very close, cozy group! Wedding was Friday; Sunday, Sharon and I drove to Orlando where one of my clients (Frontier Airlines) had given us passes to Las Vegas and back. Stayed in Vegas 'til Wednesday, seeing the sights there, and over to Hoover Dam to check out the power plant...you know, once an engineer, always an engineer We lost less than $50 in Las Vegas and had a great time! Some of those new hotels are really something! We are now trying to meld our two households, and we have Sharon's house for sale—great house in Tampa, any offers? Our garage is full of stuff to sort, throw away, garage sale, donate, etc. Sometime next year we might get things straightened out! Will try to stay in touch!

Many thanks, Larry, and again congratulations and may happiness and success continue to be yours!

Jim Holds, who lives in Bradenton, FL, sent a Memorial Day note to me. Inspiring words of GEN Macarthur and President John Adams were the leadin to a reminder to remember our fallen Classmates.

Jim in particular was thinking of his good friend, lost in Vietnam in Febraary 1971, Wayne Hyatt.

We have lost too many in the course of our adult life. And the prayer which 1 shall close this column with, gives us pause to think about where the country we fought for, the nation we have served, and the one many have died for, well where are we headed? Ted W u made sure I received a copy of this beautiful prayer, and he did not have to ask me twice to share it with others. This awesome prayer was written by a young teen in Bagdad, AZ. The prayer is a sad commentary on how far down a slippery and dangerous slope we have fallen, but we can use this prayer to lift our nation up.

The New School Prayer: Now I sit me down in school Where praying is against the rale For this great nation under God Finds mention of Him very odd.

If Scripture now the class recites.

It violates the Bill of Rights.

And anytime my head I bow Becomes a Federal matter now.

Our hair can be purple, orange or green, That's no offense; it's a freedom scene.

The law is specific, the law is precise.

Prayers spoken aloud are a serious vice.

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Might offend someone with no faith at all.

In silence alone we must meditate, God's name is prohibited by the state.

We're allowed to cuss and dress like freaks.

And pierce our noses, tongues, and cheeks.

They've outiawed guns, but FIRST the Bible.

To quote the Good Book makes me liable.

We can elect a pregnant Senior Queen, And the 'unwed daddy,' our Senior King.

It's "inappropriate" to teach right from wrong.

We're taught that such "judgments" do not belong.

We can get our condoms and birth controls.

Study witchcraft, vampires and totem poles.

But the Ten Commandments are not allowed.

It's scary here I must confess.

When chaos reigns the school's a mess.

So, Lord, this silent plea I make: Should I be shot, my soul please take!

AMEN. Certainly food for thought for all those who Rise 'n Shine and who read this prayer!

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Pres: Dr. Richard R. Pariseau Sec'y: Bill Lewis 14312 Cove Ridge PI., Midlothian, VA23112-4337 h: 804-744-8808 e: bilewis@home.com Web site: http://navysfo.org/supersixty.html As w e ' v e prepared for the 40th Reunion, Class Reps and Class officers have worked at rounding up and getting information out to as many Classmates as possible. We still have many missing, but gradually, that list is shortening. One goal over the next year will be to find everybody. Your help will be important.

Some of the people I ' v e heard from include: David Prae, Wayne Cox, Roy Smith, Pat Palmer, Turner "Tee" Taylor, Frank Hunt, Pete Chabot, Jim Worthington, Don Weatherson, Roger Hamm, Gordon McClarren, Mike McCaskill, Richard Harper, Jim Knight, Merle "Jim" Gorman, Dusty Graver, Mike Lees, Mike Gavlak, Angelo Karampelas, Luke Riley, J i m H o u s e h o l d e r , Jerry J o h n s o n , S a m McKee, Fred Hale, Joe Sestric, Wendy Snell, and Fred Hale.

Also checking in were: Ray Fitzgerald, Bob Powers, Joe Maiolo, Chip Lavery, John Dirksen, Spence Leech, Bob Rutherford, Dick Eber, Al Ryder, Larry Lavely, Jack "Whitley, Nick Stasko, George Prebola, Larry Waterman, Steve Balash, Fran Previte, Bemie Cauley, Dick Brown, Jack Brockman, Andy Cotterman, Mike Porter, Hank Rinnert, Bob Byrne, Paul Bateman, Blaine Timmer, George VanHouten, and Ronn Marshall.

I talked to Ray Fitzgerald. Ray is C E O of Atlantic Aviation and he and Alice live nearby in Wilmington, DE. One daughter is about to graduate from Boston College. One son flies F-18s for Naval Reserve. Two of the boys are getting Ray into Harley "heaven." He asked if any other Classmates ride Harleys! Might have to have a ride together I also spoke to Fred Hale who hves down on the outer banks of North Carolina where he has settled in as a mystery writer I found Bob Powers and Joe Maiolo were also writing, though Joe, as a college professor is working on historical anthologies, one of which may involve our early days at the boat school.

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Gene Gardner, Ron Burdge, Jan and R o n B r a n d q u i s t , K e n B a t c h e l l e r , Ginny D e L u d e , Marilyn and Chris Poindexter, Janet and Ben Cote, Linda and Jack Paepcke, Peggy and Jim Britell, and Dick Pariseau.

The meeting was chaired by J i m Duffy and covered a number of items which became the package that was mailed out to Classmates later in May. Ken Batcheller volunteered, once again to chair Hospitality and check-in along with Bill Dimsdale and Bob Tague. Of course their wives will be doing in the real work.

Jim Britell will be handling transportation and Jim Knorr will be handUng the golf and some other odds and ends. Ben Cote will organize the Tailgate party.

It was at that meeting that Linda and 1 leamed of Gene Gardner's fight with leukemia. Others in the D.C. area were aware, but as the family knuckled down for the fight, they really kept things focused on the job at hand. Phyllis and Gene arranged for a bone marrow transplant at the Fred Hutcheson Clinic in Seattle and left shortly after our meeting.

The next few weeks were full of ups and downs as the family prepared. Classmates in the area were contacted and offered their support. But it was not to be. On 11 May, Gene passed away, fighting the battie to the end. He was retumed to Arlington, VA, where friends and Classmates gathered to grieve on 22 May and attend the funeral on the 23rd. More details will be found in September's Last Call.

From Roger Andersen (22) via email: Thank you for your inquiry regarding my current address. Everything seems to be in good order. I have nothing new to report from here in Connecticut, but want you to know what a great job you are doing with the Class column. My wife and I plan to attend the 40th so will look forward to thanking you for your efforts in person.

From James W. Philbrick (ginjim@rivnet.net): I retired in the Northem Neck, spending a lot of time on an old wood deadrise fishing boat and looking for any friends of Bill W. Worked in the healthcare/rehab business for 15 years following retirement from the Navy. All three kids are out of the nest and Ginger and I welcome Classmates and friends to this part of Virginia on the Chesapeake Bay at the Rappahannock River.

From Terry Hubbard via Intemet: Bill, when I checked my mail your message was there. Sorry for the delay. I spend more time kayaking and fishing than online. Sometimes I go days at a time without checking. I will be checking more often as we get closer to the Reunion.

I'll see if I can put together a few sentences for Shipmate in the next few days. Thanks for calling.

From Chief Ward's, #1 (susanward@worldnet. att.net) via Intemet: Bill, we got your phone call and his address at work is SIBLEY.L.WARD.III@saic.com. He currently is embroiled in a project that has him totally consumed. I expect him to come up for air in a couple of weeks. We're looking forward to the 40th Reunion so please make sure we're on the list to get all the information.

From Tern Cogdill via email: I was pleasantiy surprised to see that the long arm of email had located me in Huntsville, AL. Thanks for taking the effort to locate and include me in the Class email address.

From Jerry Benson via Intemet: Bill, refresh my memory, were you in Third Battalion, and a varsity fencer, maybe sailed on the schooner FREEDOM? Ted said he thought you said Naval Academy. We are planning to attend the 40th Reunion with Susan and Rick Johnson, Amalia and Duane Tollaksen and Lou Longton (all 3rd Company guys). I'm getting hit pretty

heavily with reunions this year, high school (45th), my minesweeper CAPE ( M S I - 2 ) and its crew in

Olympia, WA. All are scheduled for this year. I'm a stockbroker with a very active office in Lufkin, TX. Originally my home was Casper, WY, from where I entered the Naval Academy.

From Lou Longton (ed2240@capecod.net) via email: Good to hear from after all these years. The address is correct, unfortunately I cannot help you regarding Andy Cotterman. Last time I saw him was at the 25th Reunion. Jerry is wrong, I never roomed with Andy. I roomed with Dave Criste all four years.

We moved to the Cape in December, and I retired from what once was Continental Can as of I March. We are still adjusting to life in a small town about 7,000 people from September to May; the summer is something else.

I assume you will be at the Reunion in September and look forward to seeing you. All the best.

Gary Chew sends: Harry Lewis and I, with wives (Mimi and Jane), dine together once a month with mutual friends in South Jersey. We' re members of a gourmet diners' group—ten couples in all. The men rotate through head chef and support tasks throughout the year, and the men plan the meals, cook, and serve, the whole spiel. The ladies do nothing but have fun. They tell us we're great cooks (Harry and I), and we actually believe them!

Also, three of us '60 guys work at Lockheed Martin in Moorestown. Ron Koontz, T CKimer) Taylor and I are those workers. I see T about once a week, Ron less often.

I'll provide more info later. Again, keep up the good work; I really enjoy your Shipmate write-ups.

From John Dirksen via email (old_salt37@ msn.com): Not much to report at present. Martha and I are looking forward to the 40th Reunion in September followed by a vacation trip to NYC. Not much has changed since then, except we have one more grandson, John Mitchell, who is now eight and a red-headed bundle of creative energy. Johnny is named for my youngest son, Douglas Mitchell and me.

I retired from First Interstate Bank in 1996 when Wells Fargo purchased them and eliminated my position. Since then, Martha and I have completed the second remodel of our house, taken several fishing vacations and are looking forward to the Reunion.

I located Al Orr and his email was: Boy it sure didn't take you long to get this message on the wire! I'm in Grand Rapids, MI. It was good to hear your voice. Somewhere in my wanderings I read a piece by a famous (or infamous) grad stating his intention upon retirement was to start walking west with an oar upon his shoulder and continue until someone stopped him and inquired: "What is that piece of wood you're carrying there?" Whereupon he would settie down to enjoy his remaining years. I cannot be certain but I suspect he lives somewhere in Michigan. I have yet to encounter a squid or Marine for that matter, in this region. I have yet to decide if this is good or bad.

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the Class of I960 and have been a member of the Alunmi Association since the early years. I live in Chesapeake, VA. I know there is a big push by the Class officers to get a big tumout at the 40th.

I will have to give my regrets. Please do include me in the Class email directory.

1 heard from Chip Lavery via email through his wife, she being the one on the Intemet. It works out and he gets guaranteed delivery from Linda.

From Pinkie Saunders via email: I saw John Chenard's email in Shipmate and sent my ring off to Jostens. I had it re-sized (part of aging—my finger got thinner and my waist got bigger—go figure), re-antiqued and name re-inscribed. No charge! They also shipped it back in three weeks with a beautiful job. I just finished a busy tax season. It always dazzles me. The misconceptions and lack of knowledge that so many people have of the tax laws. It is somewhat similar to our grasp of 2/C EE. My daughter. Shelby, just had her first baby—a boy. I am now the grandfather of four boys—all redheads. All is well here in Pensacola area. For those who can remember flight training. Trader Jon died. A group of retired aviators is in the process of raising money to buy the bar. I plan to be at the 40th. Best to Linda.

Gene Chancy commented on our Academy experiences in an earlier Shipmate and I received a copy of Bob Osmon's comment to Gene. I feel it really expresses the way a lot of us feel after the time we've been away: Gene, Just a short note to tell you how much I enjoyed your comments in our '60 colunm of last month's Shipmate. You stated your feelings very eloquently and emotionally. Much of it echoes how I feel about the Academy and many of our Classmates, only you say it much better than I ever could. I often ponder why God plucked me out of a little Midwestem town in Illinois and guided me to the Naval Academy. I'm convinced there must have been a master plan. I too initially was in awe of the caliber of people around me and wondered what the hell I was doing there. Then it matured into a deep respect and thankfulness that I too could be part of it all.

While I never accomplished anything great in my 30-year career, I do feel I carried the ideals and honor of the Academy well, and always tried to make the grass a little greener whenever I served. And now that I am now a little past middle age, I thank God every day for the experience he has given me and for the wonderful friends I have made as a result of my USNA experience. Thank you for your excellent words. I have taken the page out of Shipmate and will read it on a regular basis just to remind myself that others too feel the way I do. Thank you.

Also from Oz to Frank Wagner: So glad to hear you are coming to the 40th. This is turning out to be the best showing by the 17th Co. yet. First Franko, then Jose Pecos, now you.

It's going to be fun. Congratulations on your new job. Sounds like you are staying active and productive. Please give Sue my best as well. She has done her part in educating our young and now someone else has to carry the load.. .I'll send you some of my latest emails regarding Homecoming and football tickets.

From Chuck Agustin via email: Could you pass this on to Joe Matais, whom I read in the April issue of the Class '60 column in Shipmate touched base with you on email? Joe

Check the Web for Class and Chapter news.

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served in JUSMAGPHIL in the early '70s and we had regular Class '60 meetings then (Joe, Benny Lomotan and I). I lost touch after he went back to the U.S. From Ken Savage via email: Just a note to tell you I'm online now, and to apologize for not getting back to you earlier I plan to send you an input on my bio soon for Shipmate. Jean and I are fine, and we plan to be at our Reunion. Please forward "whatever" when something comes along.

Steve Balash (work: srb4def@earthlink.net) sent via Internet: As far as news goes I am a 100 percent criminal defense attorney in Santa Barbara. Quite a change from the USMC but it is where my heart is. I did two death penalty trials last year and am often in trial. Before anyone asks how can you defend people that etc., I will say that at least one admiral and one general have passed through my office. Semper Fi! I also heard from Fran Previte (fprevite@ix. netcom.com), 5th Company: It has been a long time, but many fond memories make it seem like just a short while ago. The address you have is correct: 4448 Hulen Circle West, Fort Worth, TX 76133-7448.

And from Andy Cotterman via Internet: Just got around to finding the ' 60 Web page and noted that a plan was due out in Jan/Feb with the events and costs. Has it been sent out? Most of 1999 and some of 2000 has been spent in hospital or recovery from two knee replacements and atypical pneumonia. Trying to retire on 1 January has overloaded my brain and my memory has no record of receiving the plan. I look forward to getting the plan and start making preparations to attend. I was in a quandary for a moment because my ship is having a reunion in September that I have reservations for and I was afraid that the dates might be in conflict. Fortunately it is the week before super '60's. After our Reunion I will be wom out!

From Dick Brown via email: Bill, great to talk to you too. I called Jay Metzler last night and we had a good talk.

Hank Rinnert emailed from Hawaii: I retired in 1986 as OICC MidPac in Pearl Harbor. Second Company, wives—Dan Clark, Bob Matulka, Merf Moerschel, and Milt Weaver. Both Dick Eber and Dick Macke are here. If you need info on them, I can help. How about Walt Daudel (spelling?) Is he in the database? I have not seen or heard from him since Saigon back in '66-'67.

And from Bob Scalf (bscalf@nxs.net) via email.

I guess in the yearbook I am Fred Robert Scalf Jr., 7th Company. Anyway, I usually go by Bob. I don't remember seeing the final plans in Jan/Feb so am looking for an email copy or some such.

Will try to find the email page. Thanks for your efforts.

1 received a short email from Marvin Mucha: Hi, It's Marv. We got it right. Best regards to you and your family. It's good hearing from you.

And from Paul Bateman (pbateman@ t-online.de) via email.

Your letter of 19 April arrived today. Another days delay and you would have missed me for awhile, we're off to our boat for a few weeks. The Dlinois address you have is correct. It would be better if you made a change, though. Since it is in a small village, and they don't use street addresses, you should drop the street address and just use: PO. Box 565.

Since we are only at our home in Illinois for about a week or two a year, it would be better if you sent all correspondence to our APO address: PSC2, Box 8443, APO, AE 09012 This address is located at Ramstein AB, Germany, and we check it regularly. We have an apartment in Landstuhl, Germany, about three miles from Ramstein, but I don't think you need that one.

Last December we bought a 72-foot, steel, liveaboard barge, and plan to spend the next few years trying to make our way through the canals of Europe. France, alone, has over 5,000 miles of waterways you can travel. Add that to those in Belgium, Holland, and Germany, and there isn't enough time in this ole body to do it all. Going to give it a hell of a try, though. My email address, is here at the apartment in Landstuhl. Once we start craising in earnest, I'll have a new email address through CompuServe; I'm still trying to get it set up. I'll info you when I switch over I correspond with Charles "Beetle" Bailey and George Vanhouten, but few others, since I have lost track of most of them. How about putting out an email address list of all the Classmates? I know that if I had one, I would drop a line to some of my old friends.

If any of the Classmates are in Europe (France) this summer, are travelling near the canals and should see the barge ESPERANZA, they are welcome aboard for a drink and some long overdue socializing. Here are some of the statistics on ESPERANZA: 22.0 m X 4.3 m X 1.0 m. Marine VHF and Decca Radar, Zodiac/w Honda engine on aft davits, 4000 It. of fuel, 1000 It. of fresh water, 15 kV Onan generator, and additional equipment too numerous to mention. We looked long and hard for this one. In order to meet all the craising requirements (licenses), I just finished taking the French exam for the Certificat de Capacit, Peniche de Plaisance (PP), in French, I might add. It is like getting your "skipper's papers" to drive a barge. Also, I just finished the FCC exam for the Technician Rating as a Ham Operator With this in hand, I should be able to get a Dutch VHF License issued to operate the VHF I have on board. I sometimes wonder if it is all worth it. I sure put in a lot of time, hitting the books for these exams. In retrospect, I think it would have been easier, and cheaper, to just take a catered craise.

Thinking back on the past, I was a NAPS grad, came in from the Fleet, and made a lot of good friends in getting to the USNA. During Plebe Year I tore up my ankles while working out on the rings and ended up in the hospital for a couple of months in a cast. I bilged Spanish and mechanical drawing (exams taken in the hospital) and thought I would have to start the year over with the next incoming Class. As luck would have it, ADM William Smedberg '26 changed the rales that year, if you remember, and said that there wouldn't be any more tum-backs.

Not only that, Congress also changed the rales that year and I was required to retum to the Fleet and finish my enlistment.. .not to retum to civilian life, as had been the policy. Back as a White Hat, and still wanting to make the Navy a career, I shipped over for another six years.

To make a long story short, I ended up taking the flight exam for the NavCad Program, got accepted, and went to flight training. I was commissioned on 13 January '59 and received my wings.

Being a NavCad, they told us that we would only get as far as lieutenant commander I didn't believe them, for I wanted to be an admiral. It didn't happen. They were correct. I made lieutenant commander and there I stayed for the remainder of my career.

Having six years of enlisted behind me, and 20 years of commission service, they retired me in 1979. Retirement was short, for they asked me to return to active duty and take a job on CinCUSNavEur Staff for a few months. Four years later, and 30 years behind me, they tumed me out to pasture again. I thought I was just peaking out and would have loved to stay around for another 30, but Washington didn't see it that way. So much for by background.

Over the years I have kept track of our Classmates through the Class news in the Alumni magazine. Charlie Agustin, PI Navy, was a good friend and while in Manila I paid him a visit. Lou Powell was a good friend, too. We used to get together 121

when he had a "Boomer" out of Rota in the early '70s. My wife and I went to his change of command when he was relieved as skipper of the Bangor Sub Base in Washington. I think that was in '86 or '87.1 don't know what happened to him after that, for he went back to Washington, D.C, and I lost track of him. The list goes on and on.

Do we have an email list for the Class? If so, how do I get my hands on it? I started a database of Classmate email addresses that were given in the Alumni magazine, but it is somewhere in my stack of "things" back in the States, probably never to be found again.

Have I bored you long enough? By the time you get this email (when you get up in the moming) I will be well on my way to Belgium, being six hours ahead of you. When I get back, I will drop you a line and maybe we can sort some of these things out. It is too bad that I won't be able to make it to the 40th Class Reunion, for I would have loved to see all my "old" friends again. Please give them my warm regards. Talk to you later

The Tidewater Lunch Bunch

George Vanhouten via email: Thanks for the comm check, the address is correct as sent. I am getting too old for this hot weather. I am beginning to wonder how I spent my first ten years in Tampa, FL. My number one priority is to get the sail boat in working order, so today I am in the cool basement varnishing.

Thanks again.

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Annual Membership: 48% Life Membership: 31%

Pres: R A D M Jerry Smith, U S N (Ret.) Corr. Sec'y: CAPT Roger Onorati, U S N (Ret.) 1756 Point-No-Point Drive, Annapolis, M D 21401 h: 410-849-3812; w: 301-261-8862 f: 301-261-8669; e: rtrogero@ea.net http://www.jorge.com/USNA61 Howdy Classmates! To stay on the good side of my evil editor, Edbert, I'll dispense with opening comments and simply report the ample quantity of nooze.

Mail Call Let's begin with a letter from our official Tidewater area scribe, Ned Kuhns (7).

We've had two Class luncheons so far and are working on more to be held on the second Thursday of each month at the Longranch Steakhouse and Saloon, 4752 Virginia Beach Boulevard. If any Classmates are visiting, we'd love to have them join us. As you can see from the smiling faces in the enclosed photo, everyone seems to be having a good time. The photo is courtesy of Ken Craig (7) and his trasty camera.

Attendees at the first luncheon were (I to r), back row: Kurt Rohdenburg (20), Jim Noonan (23), Tom McNicholas (9), Ken Craig (7), Jim Joyner (I), Sid Driscoll (22), Marco Bruno (1), Walt Strobach (18), Steve Olzinski (16); front row: Ben Gregg (8), JP Decker (8), and Ned Kuhns (7). The late comers were Fred Lowack (7), Ken Sydow (14), and Jim Laster (15).

At the second luncheon (no photos yet) we again had a good turnout with a couple of new attendees. Larry Lubbs (17) came from Williamsburg, and Dave Timm (20), B. Sandefer (5), and Hercky Hardison (1) from Virginia Beach.

In March, Barbara and Carlos Mercado (7) were spending a week at their vacation house in Duck, NC, on the Outer Banks. They drove to Chesapeake where Sandy and Ken Craig, Fred Lowack and I joined them for lunch. The Mercados split their time between Maine (where they live near Jane and Sari Liebler (7), and Pat and Archie Spencer (7)), Springfield, VA, and the Outer Banks. It was great having a 7th Company gathering.

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Dick Norman with his ABE LINCOLN shipmates Dick Norman's (21) wife, Kathy, sent me a great letter in April. (Maybe we should draft her to be the assistant to the Class scribe?)

The attached photo has been "hanging around" for quite a while waiting for Dick to pen a few words to you for Shipmate. Obviously, he has not taken to heart the Class motto, "Get it done, with '61." At any rate, I thought you might find the photo newsworthy.. .Dick Norman surrounded by assorted crewmembers of the ABRAHAM LINCOLN

at his surprise 60th birthday party in San Francisco this past October Unbeknownst to us, the date of the party coincided with the annual Fleet week in San Francisco.

We attempted (unsuccessfully) to convince him that the Blue Angels were brought in especially for his birthday. At any rate, during the festivities, our son discovered some of his crew in the lobby of the Mark Hopkins and invited them up.

The rest, as you can see, was history. Other '61 ers in attendance were Kathy and Larry McEwen (21), Chris and Rick Holly (21), and Arilla and Chuck St. Laurent (21), as well as assorted crazy friends and ex-shipmates from the East Coast.

We've been in the Boston area for nearly 30 years now. Dick continues to refer to himself as a PSSB (Poor Struggling Small Businessman); I'll let him explain that to you at the Reunion in 2001.

Cyberspace Nooze Arnie Kleban (12): Just a brief note.

All is very well with the Kleban family. We have four grandchildren and love being grandparents.

Life is good here in LA LA land. Norm Pigeon (13), my NAPS roommate, was out for a visit and we had a wonderful time. Not only am I funnier than Sottile, but I am shorter than the "Pidge."

Regards to all our Classmates. See you at the 40th.

been craising from Maine to the Caribbean. Enjoyed meeting Classmates at the '99 Air Force game tailgate party. Emptied the wallet at the Crab Town Boat Show, then Christmas with family in Florida, New Years for the millennium in the Bahamas, ambled through Turks and Caicos, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and now moving down chain toward Antigua for race week, Grenada, Trinidad and Venezuela for hurricane season. Kids and grandchildren doing fine and we are thoroughly enjoying their inheritance. Always have 1st Div., bosun's locker bunk space, private head and Captain's table for WGNACers on the lam. Beyond this, we don't have a plan and we're sticking to it! Rocking chairs suck; Beat Army\ We would welcome communicating with Classmates and Alumni on the coconut telegraph 6215.0 marine HF-USB after 1030Z or 8104.0 mornings after 1200Z. Just hail PRECEPT or e: precept速 pocketmail.com.

Hovrie Winfree (3): Hi! Roger, Suzie and I visited with Sandy and Tom Rooney (2) in Sarasota last week. Tom and I played golf with Pete Ferriso (3) and Dick

T h e I960 Orange Bowl Team will reunite the weekend of 30 September 2000 N a v y - T C U game

Tom Diekmann (22): April 2000 finds S/V PRECEPT at N18/W63 laying Simpson Bay Lagoon, Saint Maarten, N.A., bow in the Netherlands and transom in France.

Sarah and I continue on extended sea duty since Dec 1997 "dirt dwellers" no more. After joining the 1998 class luncheon in Annapolis, we have

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Petrucci (17), after which the Rooneys (Sandy) and the Petraccis (Sandra) hosted dinners on successive nights for the eight of us (Pete's wife Jeanie also). Lot's of laughs (even off the golf course). We also attended the last preseason baseball game between Pirates and Bluejays as a group.

They all said to say "hello."

Allen Walker (1): Here's a note received from Frank Butsko (I).

I left Saudi Arabia at the end of August, traveled back to Califomia via three weeks in China and a week in Hawaii. I finally retired from Raytheon I November and have been doing home projects since. It's been interesting, but a bit boring after six months. I expect to retum to Saudi Arabia for a short consulting job, which I'm looking forward to. After being in Saudi Arabia for 5 years, I kind of miss the place and wanted to get back for a final closure. Also, my wife wanted to retvim to see how the quilt guild that she started is doing. By die way, my address is back to what it used to be before going to Saudi Arabia: 622 Calle Vicente, San Clemente, CA 92673; 949-366-5423.

Don Campbell (22): This is a hard note to write. After fighting hard for nearly five years, my wife, Martie, died 22 January from ovarian cancer. She was a wonderful wife and mother and my biggest consolation is that we had the years at the Academy to date, and were married for nearly 39 years. We have three sons.

Don Campbell '84 who was promoted to Commander CEC, Monday, I May, Joe Campbell '87 who is a Lieutenant Conunander CEC stationed in Norfolk, and Dick who works for an engineering firm and lives in AUanta. The guys have great wives and we have seven super grandchildren. I enjoy my job as Director of Physical Plant, Montgomery College Rockville Campus.

Don Grinnell (16): The April Luncheon marked our third year in business as a Lunch Bunch here in San Diego.

Those attending were: Joe Berkeley (20), Dave Brummersted (14), Frank Butsko (I), Gary Carlson (9), Don Grinnell (16), Mike Hoememann (24), Bill Kraus (12), Ed Oleata (10), Joe Maiden (10), Steve Mayian (9), Muggs McKeown (14), J a c k Robinson (10), Bob Sheridan (24), Frank Snay (19), Boyd Steele (18) and Leo WlUetts (5). Frank Butsko drove down from Orange County to join us as he has done for A-N Game parties. Steve and Muggs once again had some of latest and best jokes, although coming up with the latest and best is getting difficult with the passage of stories and tales on email as we are all aware. A lot more of us are also becoming tall story tellers and jokesters. Gary Carlson, the keeper of the roster provided us with the latest inventory of '61 ers in the SOCAL/AZ/ SONV area. There are over 70 Classmates on Gary's roster. Bill Kraus kept us informed of the latest information from Alumni House.

Finally, a short note from G o r d o n Callender (23); Ann and I spent May Day in Savannah with young Gordon and his wife, Jennifer. He was promoted to captain in the Third Infantry Division's "Rock of the Mame" memorial gardens. It was a fitting location because the last Captain Callender in our family was my Uncle Alvin who served in the RAF during World War I, and for whom NAS New Orleans is named. In July 1918, Alvin was bombing and sti-afing Germans pouring across the Mame bridges on the Third Division's front as diey burled back the last big German offensive of the war and eamed the name "Rock of the Mame." The Third Division's Chief-of-Staff ran the ceremony.

Seen a n d H e a r d A r o u n d Town Last May, the Eastem Massachusetts Chapter of the National Football F o u n d a t i o n and Hall of Fame's Contribution to Amateur Football Award was presented to our own All-America halfback, and 1960 Heismann recipient J o e Bellino, who was inducted into the chapter's Hall of Fame in 1977.

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Kent Riffey, Ken Waldorf, Neil Block, Ted Ardell, Roger Onorati, and Mike Moore whooping it up at Pebble Beach

Notice, all the tables around this group are empty In early April, my bride, Judy, and I got away from Crabtown for a short Califomia vacation to Monterey, San Francisco, and Santa Rosa. During the Monterey phase we got some '61ers together Phil B u t l e r (17) was kind enough to set up a m o m ing round of golf for himself, Mike Moore and me at Fort Ord. Phil took low gross honors for the day.

In the aftemoon, Ted Ardell (23), Gina and Neil Block (1) M i k e M o o r e (23), Ginny and K e n t Riffey (9), and Kelo and Ken Waldorf (13) gathered at our rented house for some snacks, adult beverages and a discussion about our forthcoming Class project. That evening Sue Ardell and Pam Moore joined us all for dirmer in Pacific Grove where a good time was had by all. Ted Ardell was kind enough to supply some very fine wine from his private collection. The following day, Ted hosted me for a round of golf at MPCC and gave me a good lesson.

Your scribe with Ken Waldorf and Neil Block in Sequoia forest Following a weekend in San Francisco, Judy and 1 motored north to Santa Rosa for an ovemight with

Kelo and K e n W a l d o r f at their beautiful home. It would have been a perfect day were it not for the presence of Neil Block, whose excessive carping about the odor of my cigars almost kept me from adding a copious volume of pollution to the northem Califomia atmosphere. The Waldorfs toured the Blocks and us through the beautiful Sonoma wine country and a Sequoia forest, before landing back at their home for one of Kelo's great meals and evening during which we solved most of the world's problems. The day before we arrived, Kelo and Ken had a day visit from two 9th company raiders, K e n t Riffey and B r u c e Churchill, and their brides. On the day we left, the Waldorfs shut down their Bed & Breakfast for the s u m m e r First U S N A ' 6 1 - U S M A ' 6 1 L u n c h e o n In April the Washington area WGNACers held their first joint Army-Navy '61 lunch at F t Myers O' Club with about 40 in attendance. It was judged a great success and plans are already underway for a follow-up with wives. It tumed out that our lunch coordinator, Don E v a n s (21), is a neighbor of their OinC, Ed Brown, and the two hosts planned the affair. We decided to meet at the Army's home turf, but it should be pointed out we had more in attendance, including the senior officer and senior Army officer present, our own LtGen D a n S c h r o e d e r (3) who drove all the way up from North Carolina for the event. A good time was had by all as shown in the group photo under our "Get It Done" sign. Besides agreeing to another lunch in the future there was unanimous agreement onâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Beat Air Force.

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in August of 1998 and found a local Alumni Chapter that was not very active. Along with Rex Bent '76, Joe Grace '80 and Fred Zeile '73, we have embarked on a rejuvenation program that yielded Set these dates aside: Thursday, 6 September - Friday, 9 September 2001 50-plus attendees at our April lunch meeting, up from a dismal 10 to 15 stragglers reported the year before. Marji and our other daughter, Kathryn Our Reunion HQ will be the Loew's Hotel, where a block of rooms has been reserved for us. You (Texas A&M '00) attended that most recent luncan start making your reservations this fall! cheon with me.

One of our Chapter's next big tasks is in "getting the word out" to the WGNAC about the NavyHere's our Tentative Schedule; Tulane game here on 11 November The Chapter plans to sponsor a pre-game victory "tailgate" • Thurs, 6 Sept: Registration, visits to USNA Store, Golf, an evening cocktail party and (probably within the Super Dome proper) and I company parties will be only too happy to provide Classmates with price/reservation info, when available (probably • Friday, 7 Sept: USNA Store visits, Golf, Registration continues, Noon Meal Formation; in May).

Evening Cocktail party and Dinner Dance at Loew's We have already reserved a block of Tulane game tickets with NAAA (#1401, New Orleans Alumni Chapter) and anyone from '61 wanting to • Saturday, 8 Sept: USNA Store visits, Class Meeting, Tailgate Party, March on Parade and sit with us Navy Cajuns is welcome to purchase Football—Navy vs. GA Tech tickets within that block. The other option, of course, is to set up a separate ticket reservation • Sunday, 9 Sept: Catholic and Protestant services; USNA Store open; Glass Brunch block for groups (other Chapters?) that might want to sit together.

For members of the WGNAC that want to comKeep checking R E U N I O N Information updates bine a really good football game with a trip to one of the most exciting cities around (it isn't called at 'www.usna.coin/Classes/1961 the "Big Easy" for nothing!), Marji and I would be pleased to assist with recommendations for hotels, restaurants, etc. The best way to reach us COM40thREUNION is: Jay Bower, Jaynbb@cs.com is via email. Altematively, my cell phone number is 504-451-3510, and our home phone number is Start contacting other Classmates! Maybe only YOU know where they are...Let's make this our 504-895-8445. greatest reunion yet.

Maqi and I would also like to offer Classmates the hospitality of our Uptown home (just outside f the Garden District) for either a post-game Saturday night buffet dinner/party or a Sunday morning brunch (we'll ask for feedback from the Class 1 and try to decide which time suits the majority of return travel schedules before the next issue of Shipmate).

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Judy for me and Beat Army!

40th Reunion Update You all should have received the first mailing for the 40th Reunion from Jay Bower (14). This was • • / / / ' ^ • just a preliminary look at the 40th so you could do some advance plaiming. Missing from the mailing 11 was the Sunday, 9 September activity shown below.

9 a.m Catholic Mass, Chapel 9 a.m.-5 p.m USNA Store, Bancroft Hall 11 a.m Protestant Service, Chapel ' ^ 10 a.m.-l:30 p.m. Bmnch, Alunmi House From Art Rowe (12), on our 40th Reunion Book 1 w f ^ project.

We are preparing a reunion book planned r"-'.' m '^li.for distribution at the Reunion. The book will conUSNA '61 and USMA '61 luncheon tain autobiographical info about all of us as well as (9), Don Evans (21), Chariie Farrell (21), Dick Evans and I took on the challenge of Mike's our Class history and other interesting features. This Garritson (22), Jeanne and Jim George (21), George Bellhaven Golf Club for a "friendly" round of golf has been a very popular project with other classes.

Glavis (7), Bob Hofford (7), Brent Jacobs (10), Joe After many laughs complements of Muggsy's jokes For this to be successful, everyone needs to input.

Kasales (14), Mary Anne and Jim Ibach (21), Jim and my putting stroke, when it was all said and done, Detailed instructions are posted on the Class Web Don and I received a major contribution from Mike site at wwwjorge.com/usna61. Instmctions will also Luper (11), Skip McGinley (13), Herb Mensch (23), and Muggs for our respective retirement funds.

John Morris (7) and guest Richard Lee, Tom Murray be distributed by mail. Please make your input via (2), Bob Pelott (2), Dan Schroeder (3), Jack Stevens On Memorial Day weekend, Judy and I got to- email early so that we don't have a deadline cmnch.

(23) and Paul Umberger (15). gether with Doris and Bob McLaughlin (11) who If there are any questions, contact Art Rowe at 703On Tuesday, 9 May, 23 distinguished WGNAC had motored to Crabtown for some golf and social 922-7014 or arowe@wdn.com. derelicts gathered at their favorite Northem Virginia activities. Unfortunately, the weather didn't coopGet It Done With '61 watering hole to swap lies and wolf down some erate and we only got in nine holes of golf good Italian food. Present were Don Evans (21), Upcoming Class Events Washington area Class luncheons on Tuesday, 11 Herb Mensch (23), Paul Umberger (15), Ead DiawBUy!ytlxeA.e/G> a)eJAu^CA/% mond (9), Rich Lamporte (15), Bob Glover (8), January, and 14 March, 2000.

Artie Campbell (3), Dave Stem (11), Bob Fitch (6), Here's a note from my Plebe Summer roommate.

Joe Kiel (7). Tom Murray (2), Hal Morrison (4), Milt Jones (11) (MHJones61@aol.com), on the Muggs McKeown (14), Mike McMillan (14), Ron upcoming Navy-Tulane game in November and :i^:>eciciL- ocazdMyi/i/ U/I/OOUA/ tutotte Cariberg (20), John Morris (7), Jeanne and Jim some other "stuff." This is yet another great exGeorge (21), Chariie Farrell (21), Pete Smith (8), ample of the Class of '61 stepping up and taking and your faithful scribe. charge when there's a vacuum to be filled.

As you are aware, Marji (MarjiJones@aol.com), Following the luncheon, on a beautiful summer Megan (now 16) and I relocated to New Orleans Call 410-263-4448 for information. like day, Mike McMillan, Ron McKeown, Don

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I had received word some time ago that my Fourth Companymate Tom Haney had died, but I could find no further information. After several inquiries, I learned that Win Orgera might be able to help. Responding to my inquiry, Win sent a copy of the memorial program from Tom's funeral. The cover photo, which I am including here, captures a bit of his mischievous spirit that we remember so vividly. Tom was in many ways an original, and always a good and true friend. The funeral program included this note:

Annual Membership: 43% Life Membership: 37%

Pres: CAPT Richard J. Hayes, USN (Ret.) h: 703-461-3582; e: USNA62@erols.com Sec'y: CDR Howard S. Pinskey, U S N R (Ret.) P.O. Box 3380, Annapolis, MD 21403-3326 h: 410-974-1962; e: PINSK62@aol.com Class Web site: www.usna62.com

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Roommates reunite in Costa Rica Annual Membership: 45% Life Membership: 33%

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 Web site: www.USNA63.org As you read this, the Class of 2004 is enduring the fu-st hot weeks of its Plebe S u m m e r The heat and humidity in Annapolis can be oppressive, as we all know, but they are not authentically tropical.

For the real thing, you just have to go there, as Ken Sanger did recentiy when he visited Costa Rica.

While there, he enjoyed a reunion with his Academy roommate. Here is his account of the event: Much unexpected has happened to me since we took the oath on that July day in '59. Among the many unplanned events for me were: parachuting into the Laotian jungle; working for a German company (especially since my second language was French); becoming a ski bum; moving to a small town in northem Idaho. But the most unforeseen event and the most bizarre, was a chance reunion in Costa Rica with my staid USNA roommate of four years, Dave Shute. In fact, I doubt that in 1959 I knew where Costa Rica was.

Some months ago, Claudio Pacheco '64 informed Mike Shelley that he had mn across a '63 grad living in the farthest reaches of Costa Rica with no electricity, running water, or regular phone service. It was later revealed that this snake fearing, Pennsylvania Main Line dwelling, non-Spanish speaking, former couch potato was none other than Dave.

Since I was planning a trip to Costa Rica in the spring, I emailed Claudio who helped me get in touch with Dave. We met in late March at Puntaleona, a beautifiil resort on the Pacific. Dave and his lovely wife, Beth (contact them for one of her beautiful paintings or prints of butterflies), drove up from their home in the southwest comer of the country, a nine- or ten-hour drive of only about 170 miles as the macaw flies. Doris and I greatly appreciated that they came to us since only 15 percent of Costa Rica's roads are paved.

We hadn't seen each other or corresponded for 18 years so there was a lot of catching up to do.

Beth and Doris heard a few stories that would have caused them to run from the altar, had they heard the stories before the weddings!

Dave and Beth Shute with Doris and Ken Sanger Dave and Beth built their house on two hectares (Dave talks metric nowâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it's about five acres) of jungle about a half mile from the beach. They get their water from a stream about a quarter mile away. Dave occasionally has to hack his way along the pipeline to effect repairs, remove critters and debris from the connecting joints, etc. He really does hate and fear snakesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that is why he went destroyers instead of following in our beloved Marine Company Officer's footsteps! He has declared the area around their house a snake free zone but says the snakes don't respect it anymore than he respected weekend curfews. He has become quite adept with a machete.

They have a small generator that they use to charge batteries so they can fire up the cell phone weekly. To appease his mother, they did recently get a messaging service. They go to bed and rise according to the sun's schedule, though Beth says she occasionally reads after the sun goes down if a flashlight is handy.

There are many more stories but I'll stop them for now. I am greatly impressed with the pioneering spirit my old roomy and his wife have displayed. They don't plan to live there forever; they just wanted the adventure (and some business opportunities). Before our meeting, I thought Doris' and my planned move to Sandpoint, ID, was adventurous!

Dave and Beth would love to see any Classmates who meander down their way. Phone them at 011-506-387-1367. They will call back by the following Sunday.

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At his 25th Academy Class Reunion, Tom attempted to make an unobtrusive entrance during the Class President's speech. The quiet entrance quickly became disruptive as swells of "Haney is here" began to murmur through the hall. As the evening progressed, more and more Classmates were eager to volunteer their stories about "Hanes." Their common theme was always, "He got me through..."

Tom's active duty service included a tour aboard TAUSSIG and command of a s Swift boat in Vietnam. As a civilian, he worked for a time with the CIA, later pursuing his dream of becoming a golf professional. (You may remember that he captained the USNA golf team.) He spent more than 25 years in the golf world, working in New York, Florida, Illinois, and Califomia. During a brief time away from the golf business, he lived in Key West, FL, where he single-handedly restored an old lobster boat that he used to earn a living as a commercial fisherman. The program recounts: It was in this craft he navigated through the night waters of the Gulf to save Cuban refugees during the two rescues he completed in the Mariel Boatlift. With standing room only and inches of freeboard, he helped to save the lives of his first mate's family and friends. The boat was lost after being impounded by the U.S. govemment when a change of politics ensued.

In the late 1980s he founded the Haney-Johnston Academy of Golf in Palm Desert, CA. Most recently, he was the teaching professional at Idlewild Country Club in Flossmoor, IL. Surrounded by family and friends, Tom died on 13 December 1997 in Chicago. He is survived by his widow, Claudia.

Steve Coester reports that he and Vern Browne represented the Class at a festive surprise party celebrating the 60th birthday of Ollie Donelan on 7

April.

The party was held at the Donelan home in St. Petersburg, FL. Plotting worthy of the CIA was performed by Ollie's wife, Sandy, and daughters Linda and Nancy to keep the party a secret from Ollie while bringing in food and drink and setting up their home as a full casino. Linda feigned car trouble and had Ollie picking up her kids and doing errands around town until it was time for the party. Their son, John, and wife came in from Maryland and his sister, Martha, came all the way from Kentucky. All the grandkids were there, so Ollie was in hog heaven. Ollie was truly surprised and remarked upon seeing all the cars parked on their street that, "Some SOB is having a party and didn't even invite us." The gambling was a lot of fun with door prizes and white elephants going to the big winners. Food, drink, and great conversation were enjoyed by all. Yvonne and I spent the night with Vem and Elise at their home and enjoyed the chance to catch up on all the happenings since graduation.

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Following one of his recent business trips from San Diego to D.C. this spring, Phil Marsden sent this note and two photos:

A chance meeting of great minds at the Library of Congress

Sandy and Ollie Donelan Steve supplied two photos taken at the party. The first pictures Steve, Vem, and the smiling Birthday Boy. The other shows Sandy with Ollie, who's modeling his new Harley-Davidson boxer shorts.

(Somebody please tell him that they should be wom under his trousers!)

A news flash from OUie himself arrived just before 1 submitted this report to the Shipmate editor He reported that he would be retiring from federal service on 25 May. He will stay in the St. Petersburg area and continue to teach Statistics and Quantitative methods at two local colleges.

Another recognition of distinguished service by a member of the Class of 1963 came this spring when RADM Tom Hall was inducted into the Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame. A joint effort of the Oklahoma Historical Society and the Oklahoma Department of the Reserve Officers Association, the Hall of Fame was created in 1999 to honor Oklahomans whose names have become prominent in American military history and, more importantly, those Oklahomans whose contributions, while significant, have gone unrecognized for various reasons. By honoring those who have contributed significantiy to the defense of the nation, the Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame serves to educate the public on Oklahomans' role in U.S. military history, the impact of U.S. military history on the history of the state, the development of military science and technology, the function of the military in a democratic society, and the role of the modern military in today's world. Congratulations, Tom! You may have overlooked a photo of four of our Classmates that appeared with the Class of '93 column in the April issue of Shipmate. The occasion was the Navy-Hawaii football game last November Pictured showing the young guys how to party were Jerry Mulholland, Ron Wills, Dick Hyland, and Jerry Jordan.

9th Company roommates Marsden, Killian, and McCloy I was showing my youngest son, Dave, around the beautiful Library of Congress building and who should I mn into but Denny Vaughan! Denny splits his time between Seattle and D.C. where he is consulting. Here we are, surrounded by all that polished marble in the library's Great Hall. The other photo shows me with two of my former roommates. Jim Killian is now a projects manager at the National Academy of Sciences. Retired from the Marine Corps, Murph McCloy is a leading State Department representative for demining operations around the world. Jim and I were thrilled with the opportunity to remind Murph of some of hisfinermomentsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;he is hardly ever in town and misses all of our 9th Company get-togethers. Of course, Murph can give as good as he gets and lost no time pointing out to Jim that he found it hard to believe that someone who barely passed wires and steam could be representing the NAS! I was careful to remain neutral in all these proceedings.

In early April, the Orange County, California, Business Journal reported that Dick Ortwein, president of Koll Development Company, had left that position to launch Focus Real Estate LP, which will concentrate on developing and managing projects for the burgeoning high-tech industry. Dick and another former senior Koll executive are founding partners of the new venture. The firm initially will

focus its activity in Southern Califomia, but is expected eventually to expand to other areas of the United States. Dick had been with the Koll organization for 20 years in various capacities. Previously, he spent 10 years with Wells Fargo Bank. He is affiliated with various local and national organizations including the Orange County Business Council, the Urban Land Institute, and the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties.

For several years, Lou and I have wanted to visit parts of the Southwestem United States where we'd not been before. The planets came into the necessary alignment in late March, so we set out on a motor voyage of discovery, which ultimately stretched, to 7,300 miles including a route extension to Florida. As we ttaveled westward through Texas, we stopped in the Hill Country west of San Antonio to visit former roommate Bill Kennedy at "The Red House," his home in the outback. Our special good fortune was that Bill had as houseguests Tim Harvey and Tim's friend Tamara Johnson. I had not seen Bill or Tim for many years, so we had a lot to talk about and our time together went all too quickly. I did manage a complete tour of Bills' technology palace, from which he operates his computer services business and provides hosting services for the Class of 1963 Web site. I was amazed at the number of computers, routers, and other hardware that were humming along in his large computer room. Bill was one of three guys from oiu- Class (the others were Paul Jara and Mike McQuown), who were so adept at computers that they were retained at USNA after graduation, to teach the incoming group of officer instmctors so that they could, in tum, teach '64. Bill still operates at a technical level well beyond normal humans. We're lucky to have him.

Tim Harvey, Bill Kennedy, and Mike Shelley in the Texas Hill Country Continuing our joumey, we spent a few days touring much of Arizona and New Mexico, arriving in Albuquerque on 6 April for a two-day visit with Helen and Mike Blackledge. We were immediately impressed by the conttast between the Blackledges' desert-style landscaping and tiie complete polar bear skin which hangs in their front hallway. (Relax: the skin was legally obtained many years ago.) Mike

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took us on an extensive tour of the areas many sights, including tiie Albuquerque Museum, tiie Rio Grande Nature Center, and tiie large antique mall which Helen operates. The highlight of our visit was a wonderful dinner hosted by tiie Blackledges at the historic Maria Teresa Restaurant in Old Town Albuquerque, where we were joined by P.J. and Olen Thompson. (Mike and Olen botii work at Sandia Laboratories.) I had the waiter take a photo of our group, which is reproduced here. Left to right are Lou, Olen and PJ, me, and Mike and Helen. It was a happy, memorable evening.

Soon after we retumed home to North Carolina, Lou and 1 headed south to Florida for a wedding and visits with family. After spending an exhausting day at Disney World with our not quite fouryear-old twin grandchildren, we drove east for a visit with Yvonne and Steve Coester at their home in Rockledge—not far from the Space Center at Cape Canaveral where Steve worked for 33 years before his retirement in 1997. (Boy, does Steve have a lot of nifty awards and memorabilia on his walls and mantelpiece!) Such a good visit it was! The Coesters had prepared an expansive bmnch, preceded by Bloody Marys next to their swimming pool. They have been in their house for many years, and have developed a beautiful environment of flowers and ttopical plants throughout their back yard. It's quite a setting, some of which is visible in this photo of Steve and the ladies. Extending their hospitality to the end, Yvonne and Steve sent us on our way with a large bag of delicious grapefriiit picked right there in their yard.

Lou Shelley visits Steve and Yvonne Coester Our visit to the Coesters completed a clean sweep of the developers of the Class of 1963 Web site.

Work on the site began in Febmary 1999 and has continued ever since; yielding what we believe is, by a wide margin, the finest of the growing number of USNA Class Web sites. Before my trip, none of us had conferred face-to-face or even spoken on the phone since the work began. Everything has been done electtonically, a testimony to the effectiveness of modem data communications. As I ttaveled, I took a photo of each of the developers at his computer Since we are all pictured above, the photos are not shown here but are included with the online version of this colurrm in the Shipmate section of our Web site. Take a look!

A final word about the Web site. The electronic Lucky Bag section includes a facility for adding information about your current situation and your activities since 1963. Many of our Classmates have placed their info there. Among the recent contributors are D e n n y T o m l i n , C h u c k C a l v a n o , Mal Schantz, Alan McAnally, Paul Jara, Eric Krieger, Wayne Clarke, Jack Fischer, and Jim Ring. Take a look at their submissions, then make your own. It's your tum!

Enjoy your summer, folks! And please find a moment to send me some news to share with our Classmates. It will make you feel better, 1 promise.

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Pres: The Honorable Bernard "Bemie" A. Maguire Sec'y: Dennie Pignotti 10907 Wilder Point Lane, Reston, VA 20191 e: dpignotti@navalengineers.org Class Web page: www.usna64.org I'll start this article with our regular message from our Class President B e m i e Maguire.

Classmates: Several Class of 1964 business issues were discussed at the Class Executive Meeting held in April.

• Steve Claassen reported on the results of his Classmate poll regarding the 2002 Cmise. Based on the results, the Executive Committee approved a January or Febraary 2002 seven-day craise to the South Caribbean.

• The Committee agreed to tumover sponsorship of the 10th Company Wardroom to the Class of 1973. After 36 years of sponsorship, the Committee agreed that fewer projects would sharpen our focus and perhaps a younger Class could do a better job with the 10th Company sponsorship.

• Finally, Gordon Clow negotiated a new contract with the Naval Institute for production and sales of the "Ethics for Junior Officers" book.

Gordon held the cost below $12 per book and increased our royalty percentage for all future sales.

Next, I would like to offer kudos to: • Pat Prout who was elected to the Board of Directors of the National Black MBA Association.

• Ed Conant and John Rowland for their dedicated volunteer service as members of the Naval Academy Board of Trustees representing the Washington, D.C, and Chicago chapters respectively.

• Steve Laabs and Jim Shanahan for hosting the initial USNA '64 Golf Toumament at the Naval Academy Golf Course in April. Bart Strong took the honors with the low gross.

• Dennis Perkins for his authorship of a new publication, Leading at the Edge, Leadership Lessons from the Extraordinary Saga ofShackleton 's Antarctic Expedition. Dennis wrote, "the book reflects everything I've leamed about leadership at the Academy and in the Marine Corps, and it's great to have finished the writing expedition." I highly recommend this book to you, especially those of you in a business hierarchy. It is available at Amazon.com (five stars rating) and at your local bookstore.

• Jerry Ellis, our second to last line office retiree. Rear Admiral Ellis and Rosemary retired in a gorgeous setting at the Washington, D.C, Navy Yard on 26 May. Jerry's touching remarks about his balancing act between career and family brought tears to many eyes but Jerry staunchly prevailed and made it through his remarks.

• Connie Lautenbacher, our sole remaining line officer on active duty, along with Navy Captain and Medical Officer Dick Foley who is also still on active duty. The Class salutes you. (Stay tuned to the Home Page for a time and place to celebrate Connie's final day in uniform.)

Duane Carr '90, passes on the following information and picture of his father-in-law, J o h n G o r m a n . Duane writes that "John, along with Duane's brother ( L a n c e C a r r '84) have been outstanding role models for me during my life journey. John is currently the president and COO of James Martin Consulting (North America). In the picmre, he is holding one of two granddaughters that we were all blessed with in 1999. Maci Carr (shown in the picture) is an avid Navy Fan and has predicted a string of Navy victories in the coming years as well as a victory in Orlando against Notre Dame. Class of 2020 for her? We'll see.

USNA vs. 2020 Ted Triebel passes more information on Joe Prueher's visit to Duke University that was covered in the June issue. He writes: I'm teaching a course at Duke dealing with international security issues and asked Joe, our Ambassador to China, to do a class on U.S.-China Relations. Joe was kind enough to say yes, and after some fancy logistics, he arrived at Duke on I March. Joe actually gave three talks while here, including one to a large public audience with questions and answers. My students were excited, and Joe did a wonderful job of explaining our complex relationship with Beijing. It was a wonderful day and is quite apparent that the United States is well represented by an extremely capable guy.

We're fortunate to have Suzanne and Joe in such a sensitive job. The Triebels are still maintaining a few horses on our property, even have a "new" (1980) John Deere tractor to pull the manure cart.

Always happy to have Classmates visit and help spread...Oh yes, and as of this year, retired military (federal) pay is not taxed by North Carolina, which makes this state even more attractive to those still looking for a place to drop anchor Best wishes to all, hope to see lots of Classmates at the Army-Navy game in Baltimore this year Ted's work address and information: Capt T.W. Triebel, USN (Ret.), Visiting Lecturer, Duke University, Sanford Institute of Public Policy, Faculty Offices, Box 90245, Durham, N C 27708-0239; triebel@pps.duke.edu; fax: 919-681-8288 John Palombi writes that: On 10 April 2000, representatives from the Class of '64 were welcomed aboard CARNEY (DDG-64) for a luncheon with the officers and the presentation of the Commander Lanny King Leadership Award to LT M. Brent DeVore, USN. For this 1999 award, the Class of 1964 was represented by Bemie Maguire, John Klein, Steve Jarecki and John Palombi. We were hosted by CDR Tony Kurta, USN, CARNEY'S skipper, and the XO, LCDR Frank Olmo, USN. In addition to CARNEY'S officers, we were joined by VADM Michael Kalleres, USN (Ret.), and LT Ronald Rich, USN, the 1998 award winner As expected, everyone enjoyed the opportunity to meet the fine young officers of CARNEY and to spend some time discussing their plans and their accomplishments during their recent deployment. The leadership award sponsored by our Class is recognized as a unique and worthy achievement throughout the Fleet. A rigorous 360-degree process, which incorporates the assessments of the crew, officer peers and the command, is used to select each

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CDR Lanny King George Christian passed on some news: One bit of news from the Christians is that we are on the move again. Ann and I are leaving Lockheed Martin Federal Systems on 19 April and are both joining Newport News Shipbuilding as Senior Systems Engineers. We have sold our house in Oswego, NY, and we are buying a home in Gatiing Pointe, Smithfield, VA. We start at NNS on 1 May. We will update the Class address log when we get settled. We were down in Newport News area a couple of weeks ago and having breakfast at a Waffle House when my wife Ann noticed a car parking next to ours that had a license USNA 64. As the couple walked by our table, I said "hi" and introduced myself as a fellow Classmate. It tumed out to be Al Creal. We didn't know each other at the Boat School, but it looks like I've found my dentist in the Norfolk area. Small world isn't it.

Larry Benson sends: Highland Falls Golf Course of Las Vegas, Ron Benigo's superb home course (literally since he lives off the 15th fairway), will never be the same after my visit 24 March. Even with Ron's November hip replacement, he was long, trae and accurate. Ron's a great host, but you guys planning a visit might want to play for Monopoly money, not the real stuff; I suspect him to be a sleeper. On the other hand, I continued to lower my "cost per stroke." The fellow in the middle of the photo is a Toledo friend. Dr. Allan Rubin, Chairman of both ENT and the faculty practice at the Medical College of Ohio. We don't let him ever drive the cart.

Julie and Ron joined the Rubins and Bensons for a sedate (ha!) dinner before a Saturday trip to LA departing about zero dark thirty. Of course, Benigo and Benson regaled the others with several sea stories and other lies, exaggerations and halftraths. I still marvel that we as a Class have known one another for 40 years now, even though the guy in my shaving mirror is really about age 20.

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Classmates, the Class Fund owns an inventory of items which have the ' 6 4 logo. We would like to clear these excess Reunion items as soon as possible, both to increase the Class Fund and to get back the storage space. The items, listed below, may be purchased by sending your check made payable to the USNA Class of 1964 Reunion Fund to Bill Sargent, 3312 Mill Springs Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031-3059. Please include $4 shipping and handUng. You may submit an order separately via email to bermaguire@aol.com with delivering instmctions. Also, please note that we do not take credit cards. The Class Treasury owns: • 23 Ladies Silk Scarves $35 (made especially for Class of '64) • 5 Reunion Goodie Bags $50 (each bag contains an Annapolis print, '64 ball cap and visor) • 15 Annapolis Prints (watercolors) $20 • 8 navy blue Visors - '64 35th Reunion $10 • 1 navy blue ball cap with USNA ' 6 4 Logo $15 • 20 Books "Ethics for Junior Officers" $10 • 70 USNA ' 6 4 photographs specially printed and donated by Bob Gault's Photo Shop, Infinite Photo and Imaging.

Tim Myers sent "a few bits about what is happening in the Midwest" where he leads an NRJOTC Unit and coaches baseball and football at the local high school. He reports that he has three cadets who will join the Class of 2004 at the Academy this summer, a cadet awaiting confirmation for the West Point Prep School, and another who will go into the Coast Guard Academy. Two other cadets will be joining Army ROTC at Norwich and Florida Tech. Five more will enter the service on the enlisted side. All these from a senior class of only 17 cadets! Tim wrote: Our Rifle Team will shoot for the National JROTC Championships in June in AUanta. We recently won the Sporter Division of the Air Rifle for the Midwest. Bill Kelley, the Navy Rifle Coach, has been helping us with some sage advice. We are trying to move up to the Precision Air Rifles, but the cost is beyond us at the moment. The Academy Rifle Team will sell some of their used rifles this summer and we are hoping that the cost may be low enough for us to purchase a few weapons. I started my sixth season with the sophomore baseball team yesterday with two opening losses, but I feel we will improve as the season goes along. My catcher was promoted to the varsity a week ago and that hurt somewhat, but that is why I am here, to assist the varsity. We graduate on 2 June and then I take the reins for the NJROTC Leadership Academy at Great Lakes.

Units across the U.S. send two or three of their best cadets and we train them to be the leaders of their units next year. It is two weeks and includes sail training. At the end of June I will go to Pensacola to train the new JROTC instmctors in

the art of orienteering (land navigation). I will do it again in July in San Diego for another group. I start a football camp in July and football on 11 August, so the summer will fly by. Mary and I live in Libertyville, IL. Eventually, we hope to head west to Portland where we were married in 1984. Not sure of our timing, but it will not be too far in the future.

Eric Jenstad writes: I've been living in Reno since 1992, and retired from 26 years in the corporate world in 1997. My days are busy now with racquetball almost every day, trying to keep up with the stock market, and travel. My wife, Nancy, retired from TWA in 1995, so we try to get around the world as best we can.

One of our best trips recently was to Spain last Spring with Rorence and Butch Ballock. We all got along so well we decided to try another trip.

This time we will go to Norway for about three weeks. I have lots of relatives there, and look forward to a fun trip. The highlight will be a week on the coastal steamer from Bergen to Kirkenes, way above the Arctic Circle. I would be delighted to see Classmates that might be in Reno. No guarantees on casino results though!

Tom B a m e t t passed me an article from one of the technical journals on Stu Johnson, the Chairman and C E O of Iconixx, Inc., Vienna, VA. Stu started this company that focuses on Intemet design and systems engineering a few years ago, after he left Bell Atiantic Corporation where he was president. The article discusses Iconixx's recent acquisition of the Houston-based Enterprise Works, Inc. and Bethesda-based Intemet Information Services. I c o n i x x ' s clients include Bristol-Myers Squibb, Fannie Mae, and The National Geographic Society. As most of you know, Stu has never been one "to let the grass grow under his feet!"

More Reunion pictures!

Rich Belser passes on a Reunion tailgate party picture of John Andrews, Susan and Rich Belser, and Susan and John Alich. Taking the picture were Maryann and Sam Davies.

Phyllis and Ole Olsen passed on 9th Company Reunion photos of Phil Bucknell, Gordon Clow, and Hal Sisson taken at informal party on Friday evening.

9th Company: Phil Bucknell, Gordon Clow and Hal Sisson Shipmate, July-August 2000

Emille Morrow, Ole, and Mick Meyer are in the otiier photo taken at the Saturday evening dinner party.

9th Co.; Emille Morrow, Ole L. Olsen, Mick Meyer Dick Shapack writes: For almost two years (1967-1969), six Classmates stationed in Charleston, SC, lived together at 11 Meeting Street, a few hundred feet north of the battery. Five of the six of us (John Dalton, B J. Haynes. Joe Ince, Geoff Kirkland and I) were on various SSBNs and Bob Sutton on a minesweeper. Under the capable leadership of Geoff Kirkland who, with the capable assistance of his wife, Dottie, orchestrated a magnificent weekend, we met with our wives in Charleston.

We were graciously received by the ladies who now occupy the three apartments at 11 Meeting Street, made historic garden, house and carriage tours, had lots of outstanding southem cooking and generally had a fantastic long weekend. To cap this all off, there was a very spirited tennis match in which John Dalton demonstrated that which obviously occupied most of his time during his six years as SecNav. I don't believe that any of us has had as much fun since our last June Week. It was a fantastic weekend and another one is scheduled for August 2001. At that time, we wiU make sure to include everyone in the picture!

f o r m a t i o n t e c h n o l o g y p r o j e c t s for S A I C at U S C i n C P a c b u t will h a v e to f o r e g o my telecommutingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;darn! Judy will be working for some other Intel weenies at USCinCPac /J2. At least we can drive to/from work together, so that's way cool. We're really looking forward to dusting off our surfboards. July through September, we'll be in a BOQ in Norfolk while Judy attends a threemonth course at the Armed Forces Staff College.

First real news concems our courageous Classmate, Mike Paul, who passed away after a valiant sttuggle with lung cancer on 18 May in Scottsdale, AZ. As Denny M c C o m b wrote: His lung capacity kept being whittled away with off and on battles with cancer until he passed on.

Mike and his lovely wife Joan had planned to sell their Scottsdale winter home and concentrate on finishing their new home constraction in the San Francisco bay area and do some traveling. Joan is keeping a stiff upper lip but as the reality of Mike not being around sinks in, she will welcome hearing.

The McCombs, Reinigers and Lumianskis were instrumental in comforting Joan while still in Arizona and making preps for the memorial for Mike in the Bay area.

Mike had been diagnosed with lung cancer several years ago and underwent surgery at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota to remove one lung. A day after the surgery, he suffered an acute infection and was in a coma for weeks. After he came out of the coma, he retumed to the San Jose, CA, area for pulmonary rehab. He fought like a banshee to regain his strength and underwent radiation and ultimately chemo. He was recovering from the chemo and seemed to be doing well when he encountered a severe duststorm in Arizona that just overwhelmed his weakened remaining lung and put him in the hospital where he passed away on 18 April.

Missy Donnelly wrote: For those of you who were unable to attend Mike Paul's memorial in San Mateo, it was a wonderful time of laughing and crying about how Mike had touched our lives. Joan talked for a few minutes about how Mike wanted everybody to get together and celebrate his life and how he would have loved seeing the more than 150 Classmates, friends, and relatives in attendance. Many people took the opportunity to tell their Mike Paul stories, formally and informally, and talk about their personal relationships with Mike. From the Navy comrades who flew with him, to the folks who had worked for and with him, the words that kept being repeated about Mike were courage and integrity. And, of course, he will always be remem-

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bered for his quick, irteverent wit. The many Naval Academy Classmates in attendance performed the celebratory opening of a champagne bottle with a Navy sword, an event that has become legendary on special occasions and that Mike had particularly enjoyed. Guests lingered after an elegant champagne buffet and continued their reminiscences through the afternoon. Throughout the day, as well as during Mike's illness and passing, Joan was the essence of classâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;strength, dignity, and humor. Planned in Joan's impeccable style, the memorial was a perfect celebration of Mike's life. Mike would have been proud.

Denny McComb had just sent me a photo taken a day or two before of Joan and Mike, Missy and Pat Donnelly, Karen and Denny, and Pat and Pete Reiniger at a party at Bob Gosnell's house. Great photo of these guys, with their wives sitting in front of them. Chris and Pete Lumianski and Larry Mack were also there.

Joan's (meps65@earthlink.net) thought for donations is now focusing on the research aspect. As soon as she finds out the details, they will be passed on. Joan will be staying at the following address until the house that Mike and Joan commissioned to be built is completed: 2140 Santa Cruz Ave. #D302, Menlo Park, CA 94025; 650-926-9399.

More sad news was also received in the April and May timeframe about Kevin Rogers. Here's a note from his wife, Susan: Hello to all: This has been a very long and very painful day for all of us. The results of Kevin's surgery are not good. The doctor was unable to perform the Whipple procedure because the tumor mass is too large and has compromised the mesenteric arteries. Dr. Feraandez-del-castillo was able to create a biliary bypass to prevent jaundice from recurring and was able to do a stomach bypass as the tumor was beginning to obstract part.

Kevin knew that the tumor was not resected when he awoke in the recovery room and looked at the clock. The time was not long enough for it to have been done, was his remark to me. The plan for now is to recover from this surgery. Then have radiation to reduce the size of the mass to improve quality of life. Rather than four to ten months to live, this bypass procedure may have given him a one to two year time span. At this point, each day is a blessing and a day to be thankful for.

Kevin promised me a trip to London and I am holding him to that promise. If we can do it, I hope we can go in August, and he agrees. So for now thank you all for the prayers, thoughts, love and support that you have sent our way. The children and I cannot thank you enough. This has carried us when we didn't feel like we could go on.

For those who sent me information in March and still have not seen it, I ' m still working on getting it all in. There is a column size limitation so the rest will be in next month. Keep the news coming in and, as always. Beat Army \

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I will end here, as I am not sure that this is coherent. My mind is so numb it hurts. I will continue with updates when I can.

Fair winds and following seas to all.

In response to an outpouring of Classmates contacting Kevin based on our egroup notice, Kevin sent the following: Dear Family and Friends: There is no way that I can repay the love and the help you have all given, so just Thank You. The outcome of the operation was not what we hoped for, but it was essential to extend and give better quality to my life. There have been some trivial and some serious complications that will keep us in the Boston area for another week to 10 days but all of those are getting better Physically, mentally, and emotionally I feel better than I have in a few months because the surgeons have bypassed most of the tumor's effects. The love expressed by Sue and all of you has set me back on my feet.

Who knows about the future? Mine is shorter than it used to be, but it will be guided by a few goals: 1. No Pain, 2. Fight the cancer with everything my body or medical science can take, 3.

Restore the best parts of my lifestyle (Sue and family, friends, activities).

Expect to see a skinnier version of me from last year rather than the "poopy" person of a few weeks ago. This Easter I offer prayers of thanksgiving for all of you.

Lessee, other news. Received a nice note from Terry Duarte with a photo of Neil and their three grandsons, who Terry computes could be in the Class of' 18 (Kit),' 19 (Drew and Tanner). Duartes are looking forward to seeing everyone at the Reunion.

The Duartes Joan and Doyle Robinson were kind enough to send me an invite to a 35 years and one day party to be held 10-11 June at their large house in Napa Valley. Hope to have photos from this next month.

Been some spirited discussions lately amongst our '65 egroup. A lot of responses to the query, "Which Classmates are in the medical profession?"

After the names of numerous roomies and other Classmates were offered up, the " D o c " himself, Harry Hoffman, provided us the definitive list.

Physicians: John Babka, Jbabka@aol.com, Belleair, FL, Morton Plant Mease; Mark Davis, Mdavis@adnc.com, San Diego, CA, The Torrey Pines Health Group; Norm Dean, Lomdean@aol. com, Norfolk, VA; Bob Fornal, Reflmd@gte.net, Troy, OH, Staff Psychiatrist, Wright Health Assoc; John Grady, Summerville, SC; Ted Harada, Tharada@pol.net, Honolulu, HI; Harry Hoffman, Doc@who.net, Zephyr Cove, NV, Occupational/Aerospace Physician; Larry King, Pedsking@aol.com, Ft. Walton Beach, FL; Chris Manger, lazeranerl @home.com, Laguna Niguel, CA, Ophthalmologist, Laser Vision Correction; Denny Moritz, Dmoritz@vs.wramc.amedd.army. mil, Columbia, MD, Chief, Cardiac Surgery, Walter Reed.

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Medical Field: Bill Farnsworth, Earns@ mediaone.net, Neptune Beach, FL, Security Director, Baptist-St. Vincents Med Ctr.; Geoff Groves, Grovesg@imsnet.com, Balboa Island, CA, Regional Mgr, Integrated Medical Sys; Neil Henderson, Boylston, MA, President/CEO, Tempico Medical Products.

Health Field: Steve Chubb, Skchubb@aol.com, Boston, MA, Resident/Ceo, Matritech; Ray Clary, Rhclaryjr@pearlrivernet, Columbia, MS, Public Health Environmentalist, State of Mississippi; John Wilkinson, John.Wilkinson@cigna.com, Granby, CT, CFO, Cigna Healflicare; C M . Wood, Gumming, GA, Health Physicist, CDC; Rob Zitzewitz, Cmdrzzz@aol.com, Napa, CA, Orthopedic Systems (retired?).

Then the egroup got into discussing who was married during June Week 35 years ago. Lots of volunteers for this too. Happy 35th Anniversary to the following: Mary and John Burt, Lisa and John Flynn, Judie and Conrad Best, Nancy and Jim Hatfield, Reiko and Lyn Williams, GG and Paul Marshall, Susan and Charlie Morrison, Sheila and Pete Dolan, Pam and George Stephan, Jo and Jim Roorbach.

This prompted the following email from Denny Neutze: This is my first ever response to this group since I never have anything to contribute to the dialogue.

[I was deeply impressed by a quote I once saw from Gen Creighton Abrams: "Never pass up an opportunity to say nothing!" (I sometimes think that others could also benefit from the good general's advice.)]

A few weeks ago, I watched with interest and a great deal of envy the "who's-been-married-thelongest debate." Since Sunny and I have only been married for 28 years, it was a non-issue for us.

This time, however, I will leap in with the claim to be the '65 Grad having been graduated from law school the longest! I was in the Navy's first group to attend law school under the Excess Leave (Law) Program and entered the University of Maryland School of Law in September 1967. I received my J.D. on 5 June 1970. That was so long ago that the degree for which I originally registered was the old LL.B. Following law school, I took the Maryland bar. Although I passed the bar, I was not swom in the fall of 1970 with my Classmates as I was already serving in Vietnam. I was administered the oath for the bar in Febraary 1971 by a Navy two star (RADM Price) who was serving as Deputy ComNavForV. I was later admitted in the District of Columbia and in 1996 became a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales.

I wasn't convinced that I got it right the first time, so I subsequently eamed two other law degrees: an LL.M in Public Intemational Law from George Washington University in 1979 and an LL.M in Private Intemational Law from the London School of Economics in 1985.1 left the Navy in 1992 and joined the London office of Shook, Hardy and Bacon LLP where I still am. Just yesterday I received an offer to become a partner in the London office of Chadboume and Parke, LLP, a New York firm. Thus a move is likely in the very near future.

Other Classmates that come to mind as lawyers are: Mike Malone (a retired Marine Judge Advocate), Mike Griffin and Chuck Reidel (both retired Navy Judge Advocates), Spike Karalekas, Bob Andretta, Wayne Goodroe, Chip Allen, Pete Gness and Ron Wecht. I'm sure there are many others I omitted for which I apologize.

That's probably a helluva lot more than was envisioned with the simple question, "Did anyone else besides me from our Class become a lawyer?" but when it's your first time, you have to take your full shot. Now, back to the challenge. I know that some people got a head start on the

"who's-been-married-the-longest debate" by jumping the queue sometime prior to 9 June 1965, but does anybody have a law degree prior to 5 June 1970? (Out of faimess, a real law degree is necessaryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;simply being certified as a "sea lawyer" before that date doesn't count!)

Further discussions on the egroup cited some additional attorneys Denny may have missed. These i n c l u d e Dee G i b s o n , D a v e M a d d o x , Wayne Warnken, Gary Granai, and E m i e Flynn.

This thread prompted Wayne Warnken to update his status: As I may have advised eight or nine months ago, I am now in the New York office of Holland & Knight LLP. In addition to New York, we have offices in San Francisco, Chicago, Boston, Providence, Washington, D.C, Northem Virginia, Atlanta, and many locations in Florida (Miami, West Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, Jacksonville, Tampa and a few other locations), as well as offices or representative offices in Mexico City, Tel Aviv and Buenos Aires. We now have about 1,000 lawyers and it is likely that the firm will be expanding further in the near future. For those of you who may be interested in residential real estate in Westchester County, New York (or know of others who might be), I am taking this opportunity to brag a little about my wife, Patricia. She was included in a Pradential Real Estate announcement in today's Wall Street Joumal (at least in the edition circulated in the Northeast) presenting the 1999 Chairman's Circle Winners. Pat specializes in the Scarsdale-Edgemont market, but also gets involved in matters in other areas of Westchester County. I would enjoy seeing Classmates who may be visiting the New York area. Give me a call at 212-513-3314.

A s m o s t of y o u k n o w , D i c k Zimmerman (dzimmerm@dandp.com) has been compiling and posting to the egroup sea stories from us from the good oV days. If you haven't read them, you've really missed out on a lot of fascinating and in many cases, hair-raising, experiences in the communities: in country Vietnam, flying, driving ships and submarines. Dick recently sent out the latest compilation of U S N A '65 Group Sea Stories, aimed particularly at anybody who has joined the email group since our experiment began. If you would like a copy, I'm sure Dick would be glad to send you one directiy. It's in Word 2.0, which should be acceptable for most word processor, programs. Before anyone hits the print button though, please note that it's 170-plus pages so you might want to be selective about what you print out.

While Dick had expectations of the following stories from Classmates, they haven't yet come through, but I haven't given up hope; a Marine at Khe Sahn, an Aviator shot down over Laos who parachuted to safety and was rescued, a Brown Water Navy sailor Of course any other stories are welcome and appreciated.

With Mike Paul's passing, there has been a stimulating discussion in the egroup of a Class memorial at USNA. This has been great timing in that Phil Ferrara has volunteered to head up a committee to consider this and come up with proposals. I'm sure his work has been eased by the many well thought out ideas and the broad range of concepts proposed

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some of tiie proposals but if y o u ' r e interested, I ' m sure Phil would be glad to tell you where we are with tills project. Expect to hear more about it at the Reunion in October M e r r i c k B a y e r h a s r e t i r e d a n d m o v e d to Jacksonville.His new address is 9972 Cider Keg Ct., Jacksonville, FL 32256 Ed Linz has been cross-countt^ coach of West Springfield, VA, championship team and recently spoke at tiie Washington, D . C , USNA AA luncheon about his amazing heart ttansplant experience.

From Ted Nanz, 28 April 2000: Over the past ten years while ranning Spot Image Corporation with headquarters in Reston, VA, I have had the privilege of hosting many Classmates (and even doing business with some!) in Reston and also at the Paris Air Show at LeBourget. Currently I am in process of relocating to the Chapel Hill/Durham/Raleigh Research Triangle area of North Carolina to serve as president and CEO of a wireless Intemet company named ReadyCom Inc. URL is www.readycom. com. As part of growing the company, we are recraiting for several executive positions which are specified on our Web site. These include VP of marketing and sales, patent attomey, and VP of wireless devices partnering. Compensation for these positions is well into the six-figure range and also includes substantial stock options. If any of you know good candidates for any of these positions I would welcome your referrals.

Also received a news release on Ted Nanz's professional move.

Chapel Hill, NC—ReadyCom, a company providing integrated multimedia messaging to cellular wireless devices, said it named Ted Nanz President and CEO. He replaced Brian Kinahan, who will resume his role as chairman and founder Mr. Nanz has worked for Motorola and Mitel in various capacities. Most recentiy, he was president of Spot Image, a provider of commercial satellite imagery. ReadyCom is backed by Endeavor Capital. http://www.readycom.coni/ Jerry Sheldon reported that he is recovering from knee surgery on 4 April—where he had both of his knees replaced. The recovery from this type of surgery is a real bear, but he sez that it's nice not to be in pain 24/7!

From Lloyd Abbot (clabbot@aol.com), 15 April 2000: Classmates, I'm taking an extended leave of absence from Oracle, and Cindy and I are heading for the horizon this fall in our recentiy acquired Grand Banks trawler MACH TITTLE! Hope to stay in touch with you guys, and perhaps even cross paths occasionally. We plan to make the '35th, and hope to see many of you there. All the very best, and Bear Army!

Have a couple of photos from a memorable "raftup" on the Chesapeake in mid-May. Judy and I were invited to be guests of Sharon and Doug Katz on their sparkling new boat in a raft-up of several Classmates' boats. I'll let Phil Ferrara tell about it in his words: It was a beautiful sunny aftemoon on the Chesapeake Bay, Saturday, 13 May. All of us had rendezvoused by boat for an enjoyable ovemight with our '65 Classmates, nesting our boats together in a small cove off the bay in the Rhode River. The hardy group included Cathy and Skip Moyer, Linda and Phil Fertara, Judy and Dave Anderson, and Sharon and Doug Katz. As the evening approached we were mellowing with tasty hors d'oeuvres, wine, beer, and an exotic iced Hawaiian liqueur drink made by Dave. Doug had brought along a great littie generator to drive the blender.

Lots of lively discussions ensued about boats and new books and politics and even included an update on what's happening in the active duty world

by Judy. But dark clouds began forming in the West before 7:00 p.m., and Skip checked the maShipmate, July-August 2000

rine forecast. What he heard was ominous. A strong front was coming witii gale force winds, driving rain, and heavy thunder and lighming predicted.

We put away the refreshments and prepared to break the nest to re-anchor separately. Cathy took in the lines on PROVIDENCE as Skip deftiy pulled away with his anchor ready to drop. Doug "32 Knot" Katz fired up the engine on his new craiser while CoCaptain Sharon retrieved the mooring lines.

Phil and Linda, already at anchor on the middle boat, prepared to ride it out. And then it struck with all its fury..."the Deadly Storm"...Violent winds hit with gusts reported at over 50 mph, pushing heavy chop across the half-mile wide cove.

Driving rain soaked everyone as they struggled to set anchors. Numerous other boats in the small cove swung wildly on their anchors. The sky lit up continuously, not just with lightning bolts, but whole spider webs of lightning, punctuated with loud claps of thunder An eerie, orange glow of sunset painted the horizon, promising that the storm had an ending somewhere, sometime.. .But for two hours the storm raged, only to be described as frightening. And then, mercifully, it cleared!

The stars and the moon came out, casting an eerie light on the choppy waves, still driven by a steady 15-knot breeze. The following moming dawned crisp and clear. Phil and Linda motored over to "Providence" where Skip and Cathy were enjoying a relaxing moming coffee. They had weathered the night successfully. Then while motoring alongside the sleek Katz craiser, Doug explained that he and Sharon and Dave and Judy had sat bravely on the bow the night before, finishing the wine, and watching the wild sky show. The rendezvous was great fun, and we will do it again soon...sans storm.

Cindy and Lloyd Abbot, Diane and Paul Reason, and Janie and Doug Norton were also to be part of the raft-up but other activities got in their way. You guys don't know what you missed!

I h a v e u p d a t e d the ' 6 5 W e b site at h t t p : / / users.planetcable.net/daveand. Note the URL does not have " ~ " in front of "daveand." That got into some of the Shipmate column headers and 1 didn't catch it for awhile. Fixed there now. Have updated a whole bunch of email addresses so they are as current as I can get them. Thanx a ton to Jeff and Bull for their efforts to keep them valid. Also posted the June and July-August Shipmate articles so you can preview them at the Web site if you like.

That's tt for this month. C U @ 3 5 , Dave

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Tom Huffman sent me the following email in April with an accompanying picture.

Four years ago I wrote that Joan held the Bible while I gave the oath of office to our daughter Allison Huffman as a second lieutenant in the Air Force, as she entered medical school at USUHS in Bethesda. During her anatomy class, a.k.a. "slab lab," Allison had ENS John Minarcik for a lab partner, and Mildred as the object of their attention. Somewhere between Mildred's liver and her lymph nodes, they took a shine to each other, and they were married in July 1999. Knowing that the Air Force and the Navy detailers would never coordinate duty stations, Allison opted to change her commission to the Navy. I had the pleasure of once again administering the oath of office, this time to ENS Allison Minarcik. Isn't that a two-step promotion from second lieutenant? They will graduate in May 2000, and will finally be promoted to full lieutenant. They will start their careers in San Diego; Ali with the Marines at Camp Pendleton, and John with the Navy at Balboa. If any of our Classmates get sick in San Diego, just tell them I sent you and they will fix you right up.

Thanks for the update, Tom. I know you and Joan are very proud. On behalf of the Class 1 wish Ali and John happiness and success in their new life together and in their careers.

Tom Huffman and daughter, ENS Ali Minarcik, USN As many of you know, Steve Kowalick has been fighting quite a battle, and has undergone 15 operations on his legs. Fortunately, Steve's last operation was successful. However, there is more to come, and he continues to need our prayers and support. On 8 May, friends and Classmates gathered at the Quail Valley Golf Club in Littlestown, PA, to honor Dolly and Steve, and to raise money for a wheelchair and van for Steve. The event was a clear demonstration of how Steve's community and our Class care about both of them. Several Classmates donated, sponsored holes, and played in the toumament. The Executive Committee donated $250 on behalf of the Class. Afterwards, Steve composed the following email: The golf toumament is a little over two weeks past but Dolly and I are still craising at 40K feet.

The locals in town were quite impressed with the '66 Navy family. Many said to Joe McFann and Dolly and I later that they had come to cheer us up but left being uplifted by all of you who both attended and supported the toumament as well as those of you who called, prayed, etc. The video taken during the entire event artived yesterday.

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f Jana and Jim Beesley, Dottie and Denny Connor, and Peg and Mike Sweeney Shipmate. We'll bring the photos and the video to our tent at homecoming. If anyone wants them sooner, let me know and I will ship them off so that you can start the pass-em-around routine ASAP. Stitches came out of the left leg two weeks ago. Castings were made at Walter Reed AMC for both legs this past Monday. 8 June is the final fitting date. I should be walking "normally" within two weeks later. Joe McFann is providing all who played, sponsored, or donated monies to the tournament a financial accounting of where the money has been spent and a thank you letter I've written to my Plebe, the Superintendent, VADM John Ryan '67, and to Jack Lengyel, the Director of Athletics, to thank them for all the gifts and prayers they provided. The Brigade of Midshipmen also got a letter from Dolly and me for their support to the toumament as well as their visits to my room at Bethesda when the left leg was amputated just below the knee on 6 April. What else can we do to say thank you to all of you? Not much, but rest assured each of you are in our daily prayers every single day. We pick up the power wheel chair today in Silver Spring. Yesterday, I took a header from the manual wheelchair to the ground. No damage to the legs thanks to the training they gave me at NNMC Bethesda, but I am sore this moming. Please don't ask what I was doing. Dolly was away and I was left to my own bad actions. A neighbor saw me go down and sure enough Dolly found out. She can still give me a good butt-chewing when I rate it. The search for a van and ramp is exasperating. New ones with all the features needed cost over $40K. Used ones in good condition aren't in great supply and when

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We'll continue to look. If monies are left over, I've told Joe to put them into the '66 Scholarship Fund. Those of you who need a break from your routines, stop by and see us. We're eight miles southwest of Gettysburg and the door is always open for any '66 and his kin. With four bedrooms available and a Jack Russell who's a ball player plus golf courses galore, you can't beat it.

Again...and we can't say it enough...thank you for all that each of you has done for us. We are very honored to know you, party with you, and walk amongst you '66ers. Our very best to each of you and your families. As Manny Lopez so adequately put it at the barbecue chicken dinner afterwards....Hooooo-rah! Beat Armyl Tom Eubanks provided a picture of Steve, him-

self, Rich Strachan, Manny Lopez, and Rich Strachan's son.

Jim Beesley (jbbeesley@aol.com) reports that Dottie and Denny Connor needed all the support they could get to give away their daughter, Jenny in marriage to Jack Brock on 1 April, and since it's a done deal, they weren't fooling. The festivities were held at the Las Colinas Country Club in Dallas, and Jana and Jim Beesley, with daughter Shannon and granddaughter Jamie, were on hand with locals Peg and Mike Sweeney and Connie and John Gorman '64. Denny reports, "Only two to go, daughter, Carrie and son, Steven." Denny is VP and CIO for UICI, a financial services company, and Denny's first "wife" Mike is president, EDS e-solutions Global Delivery Unit. John Gorman is presi-

Bill and Steve—fantasizing at the Porsche factory On 10 May, 18 Classmates—Jim Galvin, Scott Sears, Larry Fish, Jim Maynard, Clay Spikes, Cliff Wiese, Pete Howton, Wayne Hanley, Pete Bemier, Bill Hancock, Chuck Grutzius, Robert Percival, Pierce Johnson, Kevin McCook, Tom Eubanks, Bruce Dyer, Ace Sarich, and Carl Fulford—gathered at the Army-Navy Countty Club in Arlington, VA, for the second Class luncheon for 2000. The guest speaker was LtGen Carl Fulford, USMC. Carl is the Director, Joint Staff. Carl provided a very interesting presentation on the state of our armed forces and the challenges that face the Joint Staff in planning for future conflicts and the systems they'll need to face those conflicts.

That about rounds out the month. I've received a few address updates. Bo Wiley, 6815 La Jolla Scenic Drive Soutii, La Jolla, CA 92037; Will Trafton, 1101 First Stteet, #216, Coronado, CA 92118; Dave Hall, 2716 W 112th Stteet, Leawood, KS 66211-

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3084; George Gorman, 1380 Capitol Drive, #112, San Pedro, CA 90732; and a new email for Pat and John Beachy, kabrisa@austin.rr.com.

Many thanks to those who provided pictures and vignettes for tiiis issue. The planning for tiie 35tii Reunion is well underway. The Association Executive Committee is busy sorting out the various events and options to present to you, and the initial information letter should be coming out in late September to early October Meanwhile, you need to keep in mind two other events coming up soon.

First, the final Class luncheon for 2000 is 9 August. Classmate Tom Eubanks is the scheduled speaker, and the location is still the Army-Navy Countty Club in Arlington. Second, our annual Homecoming Tailgate event is scheduled for October As usual, it promises to be a great time for all.

If you intend to be in the area for either or both events, let me know. You can also just show up if your plans suddenly change. I hope August finds you cool and comfortable. Until September...All the best, 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 h: 703^25-1380; f; 703-425-5073 (call before faxing) e: SCRIBE67@AOL.COM Look what I get to start out with! On 5 May, Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen announced that the President nominated Marine Corps LtGen Michael J. Williams, for appointment to the grade of general and assignment as assistant commandant of the Marine Corps. Boats has been deputy chief of staff for Programs and Resources at HQMC. This is great news! I went through the Naval Review issue of the Naval Instimte Proceedings this moming and scanned the flag officer directory. The Class of '67 is holding key positions in the leadership of the Navy and the Marine Corps! Mike's appointment makes that statement even more emphatic.

Congratulations, Boats.

Rusty Baiunberger sent me a notice of another promotion, this one by Exelon, the company being formed by the merger of Philadelphia Electric and Commonwealth Edison. In the resulting reorganization, John Cotton will lead Nuclear Technical Support. His organization will work closely with the sites and management in providing technical support for plant operations. This includes the offsite organization of Engineering, Generation Support (Chemistry/Radiation Protection/Environmental, Emergency Preparedness), Maintenance and Work Control, Training, and Licensing and Regulatory. He has worked for Philadelphia Electric for 28 years, most recentiy as the Site Vice President for Three Mile Island Unit 1. Sounds like you' 11 have plenty to do, there, John! Good on ya!

Just yesterday (12 May), I attended the spring meeting of the Alumni Association Board of Trastees. Of course, Dave Church was there, but also saw Steve Andres, Bill Gautier, Al Davey, Tex Harkins, and Doug Bomarito '68. Doug, some of you may remember, is a turnback from our Class.

Dave Vetter, Dean of Admissions, showed up at lunch, and John Ryan delivered a powerful presentation to the Board. All in all, the Class of '67 had them surrounded! Two topics that have created recent controversy were covered in some detail, but Shipmate, July-August 2000

I won't attempt to summarize here what were complex discussions. The topics were the manner of electing the Chairman of the Board of Trastees and the ethics program being taught to the Midshipmen.

The former topic, a by-laws issue, has been hashed out in several emails that some of you may have seen, while the latter has been covered at least from one side in some prominent newspapers. It is also a topic of great importance to John Ryan. Elsewhere in this issue of Shipmate there should be some articles discussing each topic, and for more background, pull out issues from the last several months and take a look. I'm taking this approach for two reasons: one is simply a matter of column inches, but the most important is that you shouldn't have my filter placed on top of the information. These are important issues for all of you as Alumni, and I urge you to take advantage of the published material to understand what they are all about.

I received a copy of an email sent to Terry Brown from Far Arrington '66 looking for information on Walt Newton and Larry Morris. Far was a gymnast on still rings with Walt. He said the last time he saw Walt was in a Hong Kong hotel lobby when Walt was in engineering on ORISKANY. I don't know if he was successful in finding either of them.

For those of you who were in 10th Company, Vince Putiri is trying to update your directory. He's lost contact with Bill Novak, Tom Newell, Dick Cuciti, Blair Stewart and Donn Surpless. If anybody has any information on these guys, or if your own entries need updates, send a note to Vince.

Two or three weeks ago I was sitting in the lobby of a company out near Dulles Airport cooling my heels, when 1 was accosted by a perfect sttanger I'm not sure how he spotted me as a Navy grad, but it tumed out he wasn't exactly "perfect".. .he was a West Point graduate. He asked if I knew George Volkman. Tums out he and George went to the same high school in Baltimore. I fired off a note to George: he said the last time he'd seen the Woop was when he was riding a horse at West Point around the ball field and George was pitching against Army.

Small world!

Any way... Kelly Spears says he's fully retired and he and Donna are living in Maryville, TN. Rusty Dewar stuck his head up from someplace...that's the downside of email return addresses, no geographical reference. He promised to send me an update "someday." And Ron Cornetta is moving to Salt Lake City to start a new job flying a Citation 111. I'm not sure I could be an itinerant pilot like Hawk is, but he sure gets to fly some nice machines! And it gets him to the D.C. area occasionally so we can have a beer every now and then.

Now usually, I don't put in quotes originating from members of other Classes, but this next, from Dave Fitch '66, is an exception because it's a pretty good sea story. Besides Dave was an attack pilot.

The tale is a result of the earlier piece in this column on the retirement of the F-8 Cmsader by the French Navy.

I was paging through Shipmate when I spied this photo of this rogue fighter pilot that I knew for a few weeks in Vietnam—Keefer Welch. Said he flew that marvelous miracle single shot, neutered machine, the F-8. Guess he's still bragg'n

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about it. Never could teach those guys anything!

The story sanitized of course. My roommate, Mit Roth, and I took 6 weeks circuitous travel after our last line period in the Tonkin Gulf in 1971 and headed for Australia. We hitchhiked via jeepney from Subic to Clark. We jumped a returning medivacflightto Da Nang in hopes of getting on the in country R&Rflightto Sidney. Darn near got blown away by some mountain folk with MIs on the road to Clark, but that's another story.

Enter Keefer Welch. He stumbles, oops, walks into the Red Dog Saloon (a.k.a. Navy liaison bomb shelter) in Da Nang about the same time that we did. Coincidentally, he was looking to take advantage of our opportunity. I mean this was an attack pilot's idea, there sure wasn't room for a fighter weenie. Besides he was outnumbered and outgunned. But after many hours, many, many hours of serious deliberations at the Red Dog Saloon (could not find the bottom of the whiskey bottle) we came up with a plan. If there was one seat available, Keefer got it and if there were two seats we got 'em. After six days, can't remember exactly, I think it was six or was it six gallons.

Anyway we made the duty trip to the embarkation point each day to be put on the bottom of the priority list. We'd watch all the well deserving ground pounders get called, about 100 or maybe 200 war weary soldiers get the nod before us.

Never any room until one day the monsoons kept the choppers from delivering their cargo of men to the embarkation point and we got the last three seats. We were ecstatic! We now had 12 hours to dry out and get ready for Sidney.

I think it was called Brown Airlines. Crammed in like sardines. Water and coffee only—12 hours!

We loved it. Finally gett'n a chance to see the forbidden port-of-call. We had heard all the stories, now it was time to check it out.

We roomed together for thefirstfew days. Took hundreds of pictures of Kings Cross and other stuff The Aussies treated usfirstclass. Every private club we visited was open to them Damn Yanks. Mit met a wonderful lady, Diana. That is another story too. I left to go skiing in New Zealand. Don't know what happened to Keefer But it sounds like he survived.

Mit and I came back to NPGS, Monterey, where we roomed together until Diana showed up.

They're still together—married almost 30 years.

This is the short story version. Tell that fighter junkie to drop me a line, I'd like to hear from him.

Maybe he can fill in the details.

I sent a note to Keefer to show him what had tumed up on my doorstep. Told him it must be trae since an attack pilot said it. I also asked him if this was Shipmate material or if this was an instance where 1 should use discretion.

His reply: Yeah, Yeah, Yeah...all trae! The trath is that when we went into the Mandalay Club in Sidney there were two gorgeous identical, red headed twins. Mit and I odd-manned for the right or left seat. We went to our assigned seats, and my red head's husband was in the casino, while her sister was unattached. The rest is history, and I couldn't get her to leave her husband. Damn! Glad that Mit is still with Diana. She was, and I'm sure still is, a beautiful lady. Dave, if you are in touch with them, please give them my best regards, and have them send their condolences to her sister God, does that take me back!

1 thought it was a pretty good tale, and it certainly demonstrates the fighter pilot panache. Notice that Keefer didn't lose.. .it's the sister who rates condolences! (Full disclosure: 1 was an attack pilot, too!)

Well, I don't know how to do this last one. I guess since I've broken tradition once in this column, I might as well just press ahead with it...OK, guys, pass the magazine to the lady of the house, if such there be.. .you're done, it's her tum!

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This note came to Dave Church from Paula Newsome, wife of ENS Andy Newsome '98. She's writing a book and is asking for assistance. I'll just use her letter rather than trying to paraphrase it.

My reason for writing to you is to ask for your assistance in a project that I am starting. I am collecting stories from the spouses of Academy graduates to compile them into a book that I am writing. The stories can cover all aspects of dating and marriage to an Academy graduate. I am looking for funny, amazing, sad, or romantic stories conceming ring dances, miniatures, chapel weddings, how couples met, Army-Navy games, dealing with deployments, numerous moves, war time separations, retirements, etc.

The purpose for this book is to allow the spouses of those who have served in the past and present to look back, laugh and remember fondly their memories of military life. The book is also for those spouses who are curtently dealing with deployments, moving, health care, etc. When they feel that their situation is the hardest any spouse has ever dealt with, they can look back at a story about a Navy wife with four children, three having chicken pox at the time. Meanwhile, she had the duty of selling the family's home, planning the PCS move andfindinga new home while her husband was deployed on craise. I also hope that this book can be beneficial for those spouses yet to come. They can be reading it soon after their June week wedding and realize that they are not the only ones to ever have their names changed during their chapel wedding.

I am very excited about this project. Being a Navy wife for only two years, I know I have a lot to leam. This is where you can help if you have a story you can send to me. Stories will not be limited to the subjects listed above. The main criterion is that the story be from a spouse of a USNA graduate and cover any period from plebe year to retirement. Stories should include the graduate and spouse's names, class year, and an approximate date for when the story occurred. Spouses may request to have names changed. Stories can be sent to my email address, p_newsome@hotmail.com or to my home address: 9238 PhilUp Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23503. Spouses with questions or who wish to speak to me personally can also call me at 757-587-6568. Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

Dick Meade asked me not long ago what I'd do with this column if he didn't feed me information from the email channel. It'd damn sure be a lot shorter! I'm still totally open to paper communication, too (that's a hint, gang), but that has almost totally stopped coming in unless somebody has a short note to send with a photo. Ah, me! What was the line I used on you somewhere back in the 20th Century? "Keep those cards and letters coming, boys and girls!" Paper or electtons is fine. I'm an equal opportunity plagiarizer!

That's it...Goodnight!...Jim

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Pres: Joseph V. Conway Exec Sec'y: Leo Kuehn 531 Wilson Road, Annapolis, MD 21401-1061 e: lkuehn@arinc.com Corr Sec'y: Gordon I. Peterson 7994 Hidden Bridge Drive, Springfield, VA 22153 p: 703-913-5404; fax: 703-243-8251 e: gpeterson@navyleague.org Class Web site: www.usna68.com There is good news to report as more stars and new assignments fell on several Classmates in re134

cent months. It is a pleasure to congratulate Mike Mullen for his promotion to vice admiral and assignment as commander, U.S. Second Fleet, and Mike Hagee for his promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as commanding general, I Marine Expeditionary Force at Camp Pendleton, CA. My records show that these latest promotions mark the fifth and sixth Classmates to make three stars. Congratulations, Mike "squared!" If my math is incorrect, please advise.

In other flag moves, RADM Jay Cohen was tapped to relieve RADM Paul Gaffney as Chief of Naval Research in July. Following his selection for flag rank three years ago. Jay served first as the deputy director for operations in the National Military Command Center in the Pentagon. Before relieving Paul at ONR, Jay served as the flag officer in charge of the Navy's Y2K office responsible for the service's highly successful computer-compliance effort Navy-wide.

Asmte Classmates will recall that Paul Gaffney relieved Marc Pelaez when he assumed command at ONR, so this ma^ks the third time in succession that a member of our Class has been tapped to direct the Navy's vast research and scientific program.

Let's call it a new first for our Class!

I had the good fortune to travel to Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD, on 31 May, to attend Jeff Cook's change of command ceremony. Jeff was relieved as the program executive officer for tactical aircraft programs. He will not move very far for his new assignment, however, as he was tapped to serve as the vice commander of the Naval Aviation Systems Command.

Jeff was awarded the Navy Distinguished Service Medal for his stellar direction of all Navy aircraft and aviation weapons acquisition programs.

Dr H. Lee Buchanan III, the assistant secretary of the Navy (research, development, and acquisition) praised Jeff's "magnificent" leadership and early deployment of several major programs. NavAir's commander, VADM John Lockhard, also lauded Jeff's achievement and "unparalleled levels of performance" in delivering solid support to the fleet and in developing new levels of "awesome" capabilities.

Linda and Jeff Cook at his 31 May change of command ceremony

During his remarks, Jeff characteristically deflected the credit for his magnificent performance to the men and women of his command, his individual program managers, and his wife, Linda, who he complimented in his remarks as the "outgoing" half of the Cook team. Way to go, Jeff! Way to go, Linda!

The Washington, D.C, area Class lunch on 1 June focused on Class business and the status of several important initiatives set in motion at our 30th Reunion. The attendees were Joe Conway, Jim Cullen, Chris Dozier, Russ Hermanson, Walt Hogan, Mike McHugh, Phil Hough, and yours traly.

Joe shared a copy of his recent status report to the Class's board of directors relating to our Class Plan and other matters. He will put out more word Classwide later this summer Of note, there has been much progress made in formulating the legal documentation for the incorporation of our Class board, charter, and bylaws.

They will be presented to the entire board for approval, along with the new Class Plan. The Plan will outline board members' responsibilities and lay out planning for both annual and long-range Class activities. Jim Brengle and Al Burda have been helping Joe and other members of the Board in this regard. There are several key elements to the Plan: Plan for Class Giving. Joe has met with the Naval Academy's director of development to identify the institution's important needs and to frame effective ways to launch our Class Giving Campaign. Steve Etter has the lead for this and for developing its Class Projects section. Several Classmates have contributed their ideas, and they will be considered by our board. In general, the Class will make a substantial gift to the Academy by our 40th Reunion in 2008. Other smaller gifts will be made before that date.

Communication Plan. Jim Cullen reported that the Class Communication Plan is in work. A revitalized email/phone tree is being completed. Six Classmates have volunteered to be Battalion Representatives. They are assembling two or more Company Representatives for each company in their respective battalions. The Company Representatives are collecting email and phone contact lists. The Board of Directors will use this communications tree to disseminate information rapidly to the Class. The volunteer Battalion Representatives are: 1st Batt Kevin Reardon 2nd Batt Ken Pyrz 3rd Batt Jim Cullen 4th Batt Tom Woods 5th Batt George Bieger 6th Batt Ed Sullivan If you have not yet been contacted by your Company Representative (or, if you would like to become a Company Representative, or if you would like to know who your Company Representative is), please contact Jim Cullen at James.Cullen速 Uw.com, cullenjs@aol.com, or 703-968-1277, and he will make sure you are on the contact list.

Budget. The Plan also includes an annual statement of accounts and plans for expenditures. An annual audit will be performed in accordance with the Class By Laws. A mechanism to collect Class

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dues (approved by the Class at our 25di reunion) also will be implemented. Phil Bassi is coordinating this portion of the Plan.

Social Plan. Because die majority of Class activities are oriented toward the East Coast, Joe has asked Russ Hermanson to take the lead on our Social Plan. Joe and Steve Haines have discussed holding a West Coast event for die Class between the five-year reunions. This year's Navy-Notre Dame game is scheduled to be played in Orlando, FL, and it should provide for a fun time for those who make the dip south. The Army-Navy game will be played at Raven Stadium in Baltimore, MD. The Class Plan will address what the venues will be and obtain commitments from Classmates who have volimteered to help. The vice presidents for each area serve as the coordinator of information and activities for their areas.

Joe also reported that our Class's sponsorship of the 28th Company will continue. The Company retains our tent and will pitch it for home football games this autamn; Joe is awaiting word on the exact location at the Memorial Stadium.

The Company invited Classmates to its diningin this past year, and it is expected that ttadition will continue. The 28th Company also challenges St. John's College in an annual croquet match. This event was described by Sports lUusttated last year as the last "pure" intercollegiate competition.

Joe represented our Class at April's Council of Class Presidents' meeting and May's Alumni Association Board of Trastees meeting. In addition to the crowd on hand for our D.C. area luncheon on 1 June, Rick Bayer, Bob Lewis, and Bill Metzger attended our April get-together For those in the Washington, D.C, area, the next Class luncheons are on Thursday, 3 August, 5 October, and 7 December (Beat Army lunch). Hope to see you there.

Russ Hermanson reports that his son, Mark Hermanson '00, was graduated with honors (72 out of 935) with the Naval Academy's Class of 2000 in May. Mark will join the fleet as a naval officer with aspirations of becoming a naval aviator.

A proud day for Russ Hermanson (left), his family, and his son Mark at the Class of 2000 graduation Russ told me that it was an extremely meaningfiil and moving occasion for his mother and two of his three sisters who, with their presence, vicariously attended Russ's graduation 32 years late!

They could not attend our Class' graduation because Russ's father had suffered a stroke in Febraary 1968.

Russ was supporting his family on his Midshipman's pay for more than four months. He just could not afford to cover the expenses for his paralyzed father, mother, and three sisters to come from New Jersey for graduation. (Russ, I wish we knew of your need at the time; I like to think your Classmates would have made it possible!)

The graduation was made all the more significant for the Hermanson family because our ClassShipmate, July-August 2000

mate, CNO ADM Jay Johnson, performed the oath of office for those Midshipmen who entered the Navy. Russ's son was the only '68er offspring in the Class of 700-plus.

Zene Gurley (z.gurley@worldnet.att.net) captured this column's award for the most unusual reason for corresponding. He wrote to say that he happened to see a picture in our Lucky Bag of an old mutual girlfriend from the summer of our time on the '68 Plebe detail. He reported "fond memories" for us both, but I disclaim any recollection. I do recall getting pulled over in my MGB on the road to Rehoboth Beach with four other sports cars— the result of an aerial pattol by Delaware's finest— but I probably am confusing this with another experience with Zene.

Zene is residing in Colorado Springs, CO, with his wife, Kimmie, youngest daughter, Tessa, and three cats. Zene's son, Patrick, recently graduated from Colorado State and was working hard at being a ski bum until he blew his knee out at Breckenridge this past winter Zene's oldest daughter, Renee, is a teacher in Riverside, and she is about to go for her master's degree. Zene is working primarily with micro/small capital companies in the investment banking/corporate finance/merger and acquisitions business.

Zene's broker dealer is Berry Shino; Zene is an independent conttactor He says that it has been a busy niche over the last few years—very exciting and satisfying to be a capitalist in America these days!

Zene would welcome communications from any of our Classmates. If Joe Anderson reads this column, Zene wants him to know that he heard that Jim Stark is still wondering what that hair was doing in his Coke that Joe brought him from the steerage!

Great to hear from you again after so many years, Zene! Now, perhaps you could refresh my memory on that common girlfriend—what page in the Lucky Bag-} As he perased a recent copy of Shipmate, Bill Tirrell (WilHam.Tin-ell@PerDiem.OSD.Mil) was prompted by his wife, Jan, to provide an input.

(Thanks, Jan!) Bill was recently reelected to a fifth term as a member of the Town Council of Hemdon, VA. He has served the Council since 1990 (with two years off for good behavior from 1992 to 1994).

Bill and Jan still live in Hemdon (22 years) with their son, Bill Jr, and daughter, Janet Jr, living nearby in Sterling. Their four living grandchildren are spread out, with one living in Florida, but two of the other three are almost daily houseguests with Bill and Jan. Bill continues to maintain the Class mailing list for the 16th Company, and he is an Army employee working for an outfit called the Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee.

Bill says that this group writes all those lovable travel regulations we all had to live with when serving on active duty. He reports that he sees Jim Cullen and Walt Hogan from time to time and had season seats near Bill Metzger last year for football at Annapolis. Bill makes a D.C. luncheon once in a while, and he is still umpiring high school and some junior college baseball, serving as the district chair for the local Boy Scout District, and assisting as treasurer for some local organizations. Bill said, "Life is good. Carry on!"

A bittersweet reunion of old squadronmates in April was reported by Rich Clover (rclover® allwest.net). Here is what he forwarded from his home in Evanston, WY: Chip Dudderar, Steve Jones, Mark Jacobson, and I served together in VA-86 aboard AMERICA for the '72-'73 WestPac deployment. We lost two pilots during that cmise. One, CDR Jim Hall, was shot down during October 1972. He was listed as

MIA until just last month, when his remains were identified using DNA technology. Our CO, now retired in Pensacola, did an outstanding job of gathering the squadron together for Jim's funeral at Arlington on 7 April. The four of us were privileged to be present for the occasion. After nearly 28 years, another has come home.

Former '68 VA-86 squadron mates who gathered at Arlington National Cemetery in April include, 1 to r: Chip Dudderar, Mark Jacobson, Rich Clover, and Steve Jones Ronald Cornetta '67, forwarded a note by way of Dave Church '67. He reported that the Marine Corps awarded him the Air Medal for a rescue mission in Vietnam 30 years ago. The decoration was to be presented at the USMC Vietnam Helicopter Pilots and Aircrewman Convention in San Diego, CA, this summer Of interest to '68ers, Ron's copilot was our Classmate, Paul Wilson.

Larry Poh and I joined more than 30 former Seawolves of HAL-3 for a similar ceremony at Norfolk Naval Station in April. The occasion was the Navy's dedication of a new enlisted berthing facility for one of our helicopter door gunners who was killed in action during a combat mission in Vietnam in 1971. The petty officer—20-years old at the time—left an 18-month-old daughter We were able to meet her and other family members for the first time. Among the mementos presented to the family were Larry's matted and framed photographs of the gunner's name from the Vietnam War Memorial Wall. It is hard to believe, but April marked the 25th anniversary of the U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam.

From the Pacific Northwest, my cousin dropped a note to advise that Bill Center (wdcenter@aol. com) delivered an inspirational and entertaining talk to her prayer group this spring, so 1 asked for an update on his activities since his retirement in May 1999 as commander. Navy Region Northwest. Since then. Bill has been a vice president at CRISTA Ministries, a large Christian, not-for-profit service organization based in Seattle. He leads a program of small altemative high schools working with students who have not found success in more traditional schools. Bill wrote: Karla and 1 enjoy Seattle and all it has to offer.

Saturday, 6 May marked opening day of the boating season, an occasion for great celebration in these parts. USNA was well represented. The men's and women's varsity crews both finished second to strong UW teams in the Windermere Cup. I blamed it on jet lag, though my pride was not too badly damaged since I'm also a UW alum (grad school '78). As you can see from the photo, I also encountered an old friend—LIVELY, one of our USNA yawls, now based at NAS Whidby Island. She spends most of the year as a sail training vessel for the NROTC Mids at UW. Thanks to the leadership and generosity of some visionary folks at the Seattle Yacht Club, there's now a terrific cooperative sailing program between USNA and UW. The Yacht Club provides the coaches and lots of other resources. The Mids are as sharp as they look.. .a great bunch. TheyflewLIVELY's blue and gold spinnaker, still boldly emblazoned NAIO, during the parade of boats which followed the cup races. A great day. Greetings to old friends.

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Bill Center (right) and the crew of LIVELY in Seattie In the corporate world I received a press release announcing that Kevin Delaney (kdelaney@hsaii. com) was appointed the executive vice president and chief operating officer of the Jacksonville-based HealthScreen America in March. Earlier, Kevin was recognized by business media as one of Jacksonville's ten most influential business leaders of the decade.

Kevin will put his leadership and administrative skills to use opening HealthScreen America sites in the top 55 U.S. and intemational markets. In addition to stand-alone health-screening centers, the company provides mobile units to deliver on-site diagnostic screenings at places of employment. The press release described many of the highlights of Kevin's distinguished career—culminating in flag rank and command of an aircraft wing and NAS Jacksonville—where the base, under his leadership, was selected from among 187 naval installations, worldwide, as the Navy's best.

For the past two years, Kevin was a federal executive fellow at the Brookings Institution and served as executive vice president of the Coggin Automotive Group, Florida's largest privately owned automotive retail service. Kevin and his wife, Pat, will continue to reside in Jacksonville.

They have three daughters: Kelly, a graduate of Jacksonville University, who teaches art history in San Diego; and twin daughters, Diana, a graduate of the University of Virginia, and Seana, a graduate of Jacksonville University, who is a communications specialist for HealthScreen America.

In closing, it was my honor to present Jay Johnson with a panoramic photograph of last December's kickoff in the 100th Army-Navy game on behalf of the Navy League in honor of his service as CNO. The occasion was a feature interview for the June issue of Sea Power magazine—check it out! If you wonder why Jay appears so ttim, it is because he takes to the marathon ttail. Okay, if CNO can find time to put in the miles to prepare for a marathon, I guess the rest of us can be more diligent about doing our PT!

Jay Johnson (left) receives a commemorative photograph of the 100th Army-Navy game from Gordy Peterson In closing, I would point out that my column is posted to our Class homepage by Dave T^ler at the time that I submit it to Shipmate. This enables you 136

to access its information much earlier than would otherwise be possible.

Also, our good friends on the Shipmate editorial staff have upgraded their computer system to allow the use of digital imagery. Use of high-resolution imagery (at least 300 dpi) is mandatory, however I can still accept print photos, but I will have them scanned for digital transmission. I prefer to receive digital images as a Photoshop JPG attachment to an email. This opens new opportunities to receive timely photography for the column, so please consider attaching a high-resolution image with your inputs to the column.

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reunion to come up with input for our column, but Jerry and his band of merry men and women did well! Thanks for a great article and picture, Jerry.

Comiche in Naples. L to r: Jerry and Joanne O'Donnell, Chris and Tom Cavanaugh, Donna and George Gordon, Jim and Polly Ellis, and Dawn and Kevin Clancy

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Pres: CAPT Edwin "Steve" Potts, USNR Vice Pres: F.H. "Mike" Michaelis Sec'y: A.L. "Al" Cipriani Treas: Steve Ward h: 703-864-1775; w: 703-620-2279 Corr Sec'y: Dr. Steve Hudock 6006 Woodlake Lane, Alexandria, VA 22310 e: shudock@erols.com Happy summer fellow travelers and vacationers!

It's time to welcome the Class of '04 already. Can you believe how time flies? Please write or email and let us know what you've been up to this summer, or for the past 31 years for that matter!

First up is a quick note from Nelson Blish (President of Westem NY Chapter), reporting that the Class of '69 was well represented at the Board of Trastees meeting in Annapolis. Accompanying Nelson were Tbn Halliday (COO of USNA Alumni Assoc), Pat Stroop (Civ. Staff at USNA), Mike Michaelis, Dick Bulger (Board of Trastees), Ed Schvrier (President of Hanford Chapter) and Steve Beaulier. We presented our "Gavel" to the graduating Class President. The wood comes from CONSTITUTION, our last remaining commissioned square rigged Naval vessel. Nelson forwarded some photos, which you can also enjoy courtesy of our wonderful Shipmate Class Column Editor, Rachel Goldberg.

Our wandering brother George Jurand (gjurand@dnet.net) wrote in with his whereabouts: To all ourftiends,relations, shipmates and pards: We have finally completed our voyage to the mountains of westem North Carolina, and are surrounded by a sea of boxes in our mountaintop perch. Our new address is 382 Windy Ridge Lane, Murphy, NC 28906-2192; 828-837-8516.

If you're ever in our neighborhood, please stop by!

Jerry O'Donnell wrote in to tell us about an invitation at the 30th Reunion from Polly and Jim Ellis in Naples that tumed into a dynanute experience for four 32nd Company mates and their wives.

Jerry and Joanne, accompanied by Chris and Tom Cavanaugh, Donna and George Gordon, and Dawn and Kevin Clancy spent six great days with Jim and Polly at their villa in Naples. They put on a pretty sensational show. Mount Vesuvius was climbed, Jim's office was invaded, the Isle of Capri was stormed and Kevin reigned supreme as the basement foosball champ after dispatching his Companymates and ADM Steve Abbott '66 as well.

They were all convinced there is not a bad meal to be had in all of Italy and had serious concems that there would be a Sumo wrestling offer upon retum to the States. It only took 30 years and this mini

Amalfi Coast. L to r: Jerry O'Donnell, Jim Ellis, George Gordon, Kevin Clancy and Tom Cavanaugh A quick news flash from the Far East. Tom Byrne (thomas.byme@ps.ge.com) is alive and well working for General Electric in Ratchaburi, Thailand, as facility manager for their 700 MW power plant there.

He sends his vitals along for anyone who wants to call/write/visit: Address: Pouch 0139 PO Box 6027, Schenectady, NY 12301-6027; 732-797-1674.

Pat Sttoop forwarded a couple of pieces of news from the athletic world at USNA: The Glenn Wamer Soccer Facility, dedicated on 10 May 2000 and scheduled to be completed in August 2001, is funded by the private donations of Alumni and supporters of the Naval Academy.

This state of the art facility will help meet the emerging needs of Navy's dynamic soccer program and will further advance the Academy's commitment to athletic excellence.

Recent Army-Navy Results: Lacrosse: Navy 10, Army 8 Tennis: Army 4, Navy 2 Baseball: Army 13, Navy 4; Army 8, Navy 7 Army-Navy update: 1999-2000 Record against Army: 23-8-1 (.734) 1999-2000 N-star record against Army: 17-4-1 (.795) Last three years record against Army: 73-20-1 (.782) Last three years N-star record against Army: 5015-1 (.765) 1999-2000 N-star victories over Army: Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's Cross Country, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Rifle, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Men's Swimming, Women's Swimming, Men's Indoor Track and Field, Women's Indoor Track and Field, Men's Outdoor Track and Field, Women's Outdoor Track and Field, and Volleyball.

Under the Helping Classmates banner, Pat Sttoop put out the email call for support of Dennis Bussey who is in the process of making a cross country bike ride raising funds in honor of Dave Grove.

Classmate and Alumni contributions amounting to $7,400 put Dennis over the top for making the ttip.

Dennis visited Dave in late April. He is now in an extended care facility in Greensboro, NC. His mind is a clear as ever, but it is evident his body has deteriorated noticeably since he last visited him in May '99. David and his wife, Nancy, were genuinely moved when Dennis told them about his many Classmates and Alumni who are supporting this Big Ride effort in his honor It was quite emotional for

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all of them. Anyone wishing to contact Dave may do so at: 5703 Landerwood Drive, Greensboro, NC 27405; 336-621-8383; no email yet but working on it. Anyone near Seattle on 19 June is encouraged to see Dennis off and anyone near D.C. on 5 August is encouraged to welcome Dennis to the East Coast.

Larry Caviola has made the news again. This time heading up a new unit resulting from the consolidation of Litton Ship Building efforts (having recentiy acquired Avondale of New Orleans and Ingalls of Pascagoula). Larry is currentiy president of the newly established Litton Shipbuilding Support Full Service Center as reported by the Wall Street Joumal, this new group will provide services such as lifetime maintenance support for both military and commercial vessels. Larry's 700-plus person organization will perform research and development, as well as engineering and logistical support, mission analysis, and lifetime maintenance support. Litton is expecting to boost this $100 Million revenue source by 10-12 percent a year. This new unit will provide an opportunity to move some of the govemment R&D funding which has ttaditionally been targeted to the makers of nuclear submarines to a surface oriented shipbuilding organization and allow that community to benefit from advances in technology. Way to go Classmate!

A note forwarded from our Prez for the information of all hands: Dear Class President, I want you all to be aware of good things that are coming out of our Communications Department. Please make a note of looking at the What's New (archive) of our Web site frequentiy (www.usna.com).

You wiU see photos and articles on activities/ events that are happening on the Yard. You will be able to see what the Midshipmen are up to and how they are interacting with Alumni. Example, read about the wreath laying ceremony when the Battie of Midway was remembered, or the recent Sea Trials training for the Plebes. You will be pleased.

Kudos to our communications director, Anne Sharpe, and Webmaster, George Smyth, for giving all of you across the country an opportunity to visit with us back here in Annapolis on a daily basis. Spread the word to your Classmates.

Thanks so much, Andrea Campbell, Class Support, andrea.campbell@usna.com.

The Nominating Corrmiittee is pleased to announce the nomination of the following Classmates for Secretary and At-Large Director to serve from 1 December 2000 to 30 November 2003: Secretary: Al Cipriani, Todd Creekman, and Wayne Moore; At-Large: Bill Conkle, Mike Salewski, and Mike Strand.

Ballots and bios will be forwarded to all Foundation members prior to the Homecoming annual meeting.

Service Academy Golf Classic. L to r: Howie Bacharach, Rob Brown '65, Drew Craig '02, Tony Colantoni, and Jim Walters

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Murph McCarthy, President of the Class of 2000, and Mike Michaelis

L to r: Nelson Blish and Dick Bulger

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organize a slumber party in the Class suite. If not, then we could try for individualized attention in the respective rooms. I told them that, unlike their instractor (me), you all were very well off and willing to pay exorbitant prices to properly take care of your offspring, so they should ask for the moon.

Now, the news.

Dave Proffitt sent me a real letter, with a picture and everything. He and Betsy celebrated their daughter's wedding in January in New Bern, NC. Among the guests were Joan and Win Rorabaugh, Dot and Scott Semko and Janet and Mike Malone.

The photos are supposed to prove the attendance, but the exposure was off, so I'm not sure they'll even show up. We'll try anyway.

Jim Arnold complains that the Saudi mail system has strack again and he received the Reunion package late while he was out of the office. He spent a few days in May in Bahrain at the Maritime Liaison Office Conference and had the opportunity to receive an update on the current fraqi oil smuggling operations in the Gulf from VADM Charles Moore '68, CinC 5th Fleet and ComUSNavFor Central Command, as well as a briefing by the Naval Coastal Warfare Group regarding Navy Control of Shipping contingency plans for the Gulf. Their shipping company owns and/or operates about 30 VLCCs that transit in and out of the Sttaights of Hormuz on a regular basis, so they have some interest in such matters! The unofficial Dhahran chapter of the USNA Alurrmi Association is down to one member—^Jim. Tom Southworth '67 took early retirement a few months ago and is currently sitting on the front porch of his retirement mansion in the Tennessee countryside, leaving Jim alone to deal with the local USMA, USAFA, USCGA, USMMA, and SUNY Maritime alumni associations—also with one member each. They all get together periodically, but it was a lot more fun when USNA outnumbered them two to one! I'm to remind everyone that if they ever find themselves in Bahrain, Jim can be there within a few hours and is always looking for an excuse to go. By the way, Jim is the senior counsel for the Saudi Arabian Oil Company, Vela Intemational Marine Ltd. in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

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That's about it from the '69 Mail Bag! Please have a safe and happy summer Come back ready to tailgate and cheer on the Big Blue as we roll up a winning season and Beat Army! —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, this may be the last article you get before the Reunion, so let me say at the outset that there has been a strange new spin-off of the youngest progeny competition we ran a few years back...you guessed it, there are a few of you out there who have been asking about babysitters for the Friday night dinner/dance. Well, as luck would have it, 1 happen to have about 100 young highschool age NJROTC cadets at my disposal and several of them have said that they can be bought. So if you will let me know, we will try to set something up. If there is a large number, we may just

Out of the Tokyo Daily Yomiuri RADM Robert Chaplin relieved RADM Donald Weiss as commander of the U.S. Naval Forces Japan in May. "Charlie" most recentiy served as superintendent of the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. Frances and Jeff Lipscomb are leaving Bend, OR, after ten years, they will be rolling out on 20 June and heading to Ormond Beach, FL. They are building at Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club and hope to move in August. Dennis Murphy had his change of command and retirement ceremony on 16 June in San Diego. He is going to stay in Southem Califomia and probably work in the defense business. Clint Adams forwarded an update on Lou Buck. For those of you that didn't visit him in New Orleans, it's too late. They have sold the house and are transitioning to a new home in (you won't believe this,) White Plains, NY. Yes, Lou's studying to be a Yankee. He is now the CFO of ConEdison Solutions. The youngest Buck, Brian, graduated from Wake Forest this year. Also, Doug Guertin has accepted a senior management position at a company in Bloomington, IN. Dan Bowler and his wife, Susan, visited the Adams in Roanoke the last weekend in April. Dan was the guest speaker at the first anniversary dinner of the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Alumni Assoc. A great presentation enjoyed by all the old retired folks!

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L to r: Janet Malone, Dave and Betsy Proffitt, Scott Semko, and Mike Malone

L to r: Win and Joan, Dave and Betsy, Dot and Scott (kind of), and Janet and Mike George Galdorisi's second novel, For Duty and Honor, just hit the bookstores and the Internet guys (Amazon, Borders, etc.) and it is tremendous! I read it on a trip out to Salt Lake City to see my middle son graduate (finally!) Sez George: Another 500-plus pages of high tech adventure on the high seas. A rogue admiral who tries to start his own war; heroes and heroines. All that great stuff we all remember from our active duty days.

This, from a guy who's now been retired for at least 30 days.

Joe Goodman sent along a press release in which Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen announced that the President has nominated Navy VADM Edmund P. Giambastiani Jr. for appointment to the grade of vice admiral and assignment as deputy chief of Naval Operations for Resources, Wjufare Requirements and Assessments, N8, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Washington, D.C. Giambastiani is currently serving as commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, and commander. Submarine Allied Command, Atlantic, Norfolk, VA. RADM John J. Grossenbacher, a 30-year veteran of the submarine service, has been nominated for promotion to the three-star rank of vice admiral and reassignment to head the Atiantic Fleet's submarine force. Giambastiani has headed the East Coast arm of the submarine service since June 1988. Grossenbacher is a 1970 Naval Academy graduate who served as executive officer of the Norfolk-based attack submarine Los Angeles.

He commanded the attack sub Barb in the Pacific in 1988, during which he received the VADM Stockdale Award for inspirational leadership.

Pat Lawless retired in October 1996 as a Program Manager in NavSea. He decided to follow the money and pursue a career in civilian nuclear power Shipmate, July-August 2000

Since January 1997 he has been working at the Commonwealth Edison nuc plant in Cordova, IL (Quad Cities area). Life is busy living alongside the Mississippi River His wife, Pat, is working for the county as a victim's assistance advocate and they have two daughters attending Northwestern and Bradley universities.

A couple of sad notes. First, John Rogers sends word that Norman A. Koneman from the 25th Co., passed away last year from cancer And I got notes from several Classmates (Joe Carroll, Jim Arnold, John Kelley and Nick Carter) that Dave Palleson passed away in Pleasonton, CA. Dave had been fighting a brain tumor for the last year. Dave was in 19th Company and they have all kept in touch via email over the years. He was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor last year and fought the good fight until the end. Dave leaves his wife, Marion, and two children, Jon and Liz. Dave confronted his problem with immense courage and good spirits.

He maintained that attitude at all times, no matter what the difficulty throughout testing, treatment and convalescence. John had the great good fortune of visiting with him after his last treatments were over They had a wonderful time discussing how people were tteating him, the incredible support group that sustained him and his family, and the remarkable way in which his children rallied around Marion, Dave's girlfriend at USNA and wife since soon after graduation. They laughed a lot as they reminisced. Dave was also able to go to San Diego and join some of his Companymates during the ArmyNavy game, which he enjoyed immensely. It was in this positive state of mind that Dave's condition worsened as the tumor reasserted itself, leaving him in the limbo with which too many of us are already

familiar—where friends and loved ones maintain our daily vigilance as we watch, and talk softly, and wait. Nevertheless when those visiting him got a response, Dave always had a smile. He was at peace with himself, his family and friends, and his God. Thus, we are both sad and relieved at the news that Dave peacefully passed away from us 6 April 2000. Everyone who knew Dave received the benefit of his joy in experiencing life to its fullest. He never held back. Dave was one of our best SHIELDS class sailors—and maybe the best light-air sailor ever—he could find a breeze and finish a race when not a breath of air stirred a cat's paw on a glassy sea. He was at home behind the wheel of a yawl or with his hand on the tiller of a dingy. Nick wanted to share a short story about Dave.

1 was one of Dave's sailing teammates at Navy and during our Second Class year, Dave asked me to crew with him for the Shields Nationals at the Swanica Corinthian Yacht Club on Long Island Sound. We were the guests of Conunodore Sykes' family staying aboard his yacht and had to borrow boats from the Merchant Marine Academy, which involved a tedious towing process for about four hours. There were 50-plus boats in the regatta and I recall having five races over two days in 20 knots of wind on Long Island Sound. Dave rose to the challenge of racing an unfamiliar boat in unfamiliar waters; he was a skilled helmsman and knew the shields boat better than most sailors at Navy and our experience was one I shall always remember I have a photo of our 1968 Navy varsity sailing team hanging on my wall in my kitchen with the likes of myself, Larry Baucom, Danny Rugg and Dave Pallesen. Needless to say Dave Pallesen was a dedicated yachtsman who lived for the challenge of racing a sailboat. We all enjoyed sailing at Navy and I will always have the fondest memories of crewing with Dave in the 1968 Shields Nationals.

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Pres: CAPT Perry Martini, USN Sec'y: CDR Brian Horais, USNR (Ret.) 11234 Cranbrook Lane, Oakton, VA 22124 e: bhorais @ schafercorp-ballston.com http://www.erols.com/horais/USNA1971.htm The 30th Reunion Committee has been hard at work and has planned an impressive weekend of events on 21-23 September 2001 (not Homecoming weekend) for our 30th Reunion. This is a home game against Boston College (Tom O'Brien is the coach). Dave Miller is organizing a golf toumament. There will be a dinner cruise Friday evening, 21 September, leaving from Annapolis (the craise ship holds over 500). The tent event will begin Saturday moming at 10:30 a.m. with continental breakfast. A full buffet meal will be served at the tent in the aftemoon. The tent will be open for drinks and socializing until 5:30 p.m. or so. Saturday evening

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and Sunday will be left open for Company gettogethers. You will be receiving advance mailouts in September, so make sure your addresses are up to date. The headquarters hotel for the Class of 1971 will be the Annapolis Country Inns and Suites— near the Annapolis Mall (reservations will be accepted in the spring of 2001). This promises to be a traly memorable event, so make your plans to attend now.

Jim Yeakley has been keeping me well informed about happenings on the West Coast and preparations for the Great Pacific Northwest USNA '71 Salmon Run and Thoroughbred Handicapping Challenge being planned by John "Woody" Held and Rick Plank for August. 1 look forward to a detailed write-up on these activities from Jim and will feature it in an upcoming article.

Jim also writes that he and his wife, Annie, had the great privilege among those bearing witness at the nuptials of Laurie and Dave Bolduc's daughter. Amy Marie Bolduc, and Scott Jeffrey Altenberg, on 15 April, in Laguna Niguel, CA. Jim provided a description of his exploits dancing "The Frag" at the reception. Jim said he didn't realize what a menace he was until people stEuted leaving what they were calling "the mosh pit (?)," falling down screaming and clutching their toes and shins in agony. Sherry and Don Gunther, who are godparents to Amy, were also in attendance. Jim sent along a picture of what must be a West Coast (is that Left Coast) wedding sendoff ritual with (shown 1 to r) Jim Yeakley, Don Gunther, and Dave Bolduc holding Amy up off the ground. Amy still looks beautiful, despite the awkward pose. Jim also sent in a group photograph and other shots from the San Diego Army-Navy gathering last fall. We've been exchanging emails about photograph format and Jim has mentioned some veiled comments about a "grease gun," so 1 better get this picture in Shipmate as soon as possible. Shown in the group shot, front row (1 to r) are Chuck Bongard, Rick Plank, Russ Stahlak, and Dave Bolduc. In the back row (1 to r) are Pat Doyle, Dennis Downs, Jim Ward, Ken Hook, Bob Pearce, Tom Hammons, and Jim Yeakley. Thanks, Jim—I'll save the other photos for an upcoming issue.

Pete Baker sent in a write-up and photograph from a recent graduation. On 6 May 2000, USNA 1971 Classmates Dale Peterson and Pete Baker commissioned their sons into the Naval Service in ceremonies conducted at Norwich University at Northfield, VT. Both (Midshipmen) Erik Peterson and Matt Baker served in leadership positions as Battalion Commanders in Norwich University's Corps of Cadets. Erik Peterson was commissioned in the Marine Corps and will complete TBS in Quantico, VA, before leaving for Pensacola to become a Naval Aviator Matt Baker was commissioned an Ensign and reports to Pensacola this summer to start his flight training and earn his Wings of Gold. As an aside. Dale met his wife in Pensacola and moved to Seattle, and Pete met his wife in Seattle and moved to Pensacola! I wrote a separate

note back to Dale complementing him on his "low maintenance" haircut and telling him that Tracey the Barber would have been proud. Dale wrote back a short note saying he couldn't resist the haircut at his son's graduation. Besides he (Dale) has a convertible and doesn't have to worry about exceeding the cross wind limits of his hair!

I received a short note from Glenn Montgomery who has been the Pensacola Chapter USNA Alumni Association president for the past year and has gotten "involved" for the first time since graduation.

Glenn is looking forward to the 30th Reunion and is working to create a better tumout from the 20th company for this Reunion.

Jim Gosma dropped a note from Daytona Beach where he is a chief pilot, MCO with Delta Airlines.

Delta has nine pilot bases throughout the country, and Jim is the "skipper" of the Orlando base. His tasks consist of ensuring a safe operation, FAA liaison, and, basically, keeping his 500 men and women out of jail. Jim still flies a few days each month to keep current. He lives very close to his old Bancroft Hall roomie, Kevin O'Connor, who also flies for Delta.

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L to r: Chuck Bongard, Rick Plank, Russ Stahlak and Dave Bolduc. Back row, I to r: Pat Doyle, Dennis Downs, Jim Ward, Ken Hook, Bob Pearce, Tom Hammons, and Jim Yeakley

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regard to our Class "legacy" over the past couple of months. As you are aware, we are closing in on the end of ourfive-yearcampaign leading up to our 30th Reunion. This campaign, which has so far collected almost $400,000, is the first of two five-year campaigns aimed at building a $1 million leadership fund. Working with the Alumni Association, we have determined that we will collect enough by our 40th Reunion to allow us to fund the Leadership Fellow position. This position, which will bring to the academy distinguished leadership talent, will also allow officer teaching staff members to get master's degrees while on staff.

Included in our leadership funding will also be funding the development of a series of leadership videos. These will be professionally done. They are to be created by Empire Video, the company that created the video, "To Lead and to Serve."

We have also funded the Space Display at the newly re-designed Naval Academy Museum. The ribbon cutting was held the last week of April and it looks great. With the help of David Leestma, we even have a spacesuit.

Although it is really looking into the future, we have begun to consider what we will do after we finish our leadership campaign. The Alumni Association has a concept of a "Legacy Gift." This type of campaign allows each contributor to designate what they want their gift to do. We are considering whether or not to use this campaign between our 40th and 50th Reunions.

So, in summary, our giving from now through our 50th Reunion is planned and we encourage your comments.

25th-30th: Leadership Fellow, Leadership Videos, Space Section of Museum 30th-35th: Free to contribute to unrestricted campaign 35th-40th: Complete endowment for Leadership Fellow 40th-50th: Possible "Legacy Gift" Campaign I would like to personally thank all of those who have generously contributed to the Leadership Campaign. If you have not yet contributed or would like to increase your gift, I encourage you to contact the Alumni Association. There is still time before the 30th Reunion. See you there!

On a related note—as we approach our 30th Reunion, the process is beginning for election of new Class Officers. The elections will be held next spring and the new Class Officers will be annoimced at Homecoming. Al Ptak is heading up the nominating committee and will be taking nominations for all of the offices (president, vice president, secretary, and tteasurer). Al (aptak@dc.com) can be reached at work at 202-220-2750. The cutoff date is 31 December 2000 for submitting nominations.

That's all I have for now. Keep the inputs and photographs coining via email and regular mail.

L to r: Dale and Erik Peterson, and Matt and Pete Baker Dave Laws sent in a summary on our Class Gift activities to date: Our Class officers have had some important questions to answer and decisions to make with

Waaal thar, maties, the old mailbag is a littie thin this month. However, I did receive an email from Perry Dempsey: In my quest to seek out all missing Classmates, 1 landed in Idaho Falls. Half the nukes in our Class went through this town in the 1972-1974 time frame. I am working with Jim Van Vliet! I'm still trying to artange a photo opportunity for us to send to Shipmate, but we still had some time to visit.

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Speaking of Idaho Falls, six of us brand new Ensigns rented a six bedroom house while we attended prototype here: Imagine me, Tom Hall, R.D. SmiUi, Nick Torelli, Bill Chung, and Craig Harris together! We didn't have too much time to party, but we had one helluva "over-one" party (7 June 1973). Thanks to Jimmy Ellis for helping me haul that second keg!

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Congratulations to John Van Meale, who was recentiy given the Distinguished Leadership Award from the National Association for Community Leadership. He was one of 77 winners nationwide, selected for significant contributions to their communities. He served three terms on the Piano City Council and works with the Piano Performing Arts Committee, the Volunteer Center of Collin County and the American Cancer Society, In between all those things, John occasionally finds time to be a pilot for American Airlines. Way to go!

Yo, more fodder for the column, please. Drop me a line! More to come. D.O. Tried and True with '72

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Pres: Tom Storch Sec'y: RADM Tom "TJ" Wilson HI, USN 8310 Gushing Court, Springfield, VA 22153 h: 703-913-0094 e: tjwilson@moosbragger.navy.niil Classmates, This input comes to you via the Intemet from El Ferrol, Spain. Me and about 1,000 of my closest friends are in port for a maintenance period before pressing on to more arduous duties in Kiel, Germany, for their summer festival. Being the Commander of this NATO force is a miserable job, but someone has to do it. You all have come through with some nice letters, emails, etc. in the last few days, (major emphasis on "last few") so I'm happy to report the following bits of information.

First off, it gives me great pleasure and fills me with '73 pride to report that the President of the United States has submitted to the Senate for their advice and consent the names of John Harvey and Paul Ryan for promotion to rear admiral (lower half) line and Jim McGarrah, reserve CEC. Awesomel Dirk Mosis, in a personal letter to me, expressed it best. When you stop to consider what and who we were in June 1969 when we assembled on T Court, and compare that to the leaders in the Navy, Marine Corps and industry we have become, you can't help but feel pride and satisfaction just knowing these guys. John, Paul, and Jim, congramlations and best wishes from all of your Classmates.

Bob Maskell is at it again. You may recall the rather shocking news he had last year...the announcement of a baby boy. Well this year, in two separate emails, he announces the three separate arrivals and the expected arrival of a fourth. I am, of course, speaking of horses... two girls and a boy.

Bob, being a proud father, gave birth times, mother and father names and blood lines back to the original quarter horses. More to the point he also allowed that he wasn't home for one of the arrivals. Typical Navy dad? Hmm...Anyway, all parties concemed are doing fine and he invites all to visit his Web site, www.rockingrkranch.com. Congrats, Bob. When I want to get the word out to you I have to plan months ahead because of deadline schedules.

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When Shipmate wants to get something out, no problem...stop the presses. All of that is by way of announcing what you probably already know.

George Watt has been selected as president and CEO of the Alumni Association. George relieves RADM Ron Marryott '57 who has done a ttemendous job under difficult circumstances. Admiral, good luck in the future and thanks for everything.

George, you have the deck and the conn. Go get 'em.. .and be aware of unmarked and shifting shoals!

Larry Myers sent a nice email conceming Doug Henry. It will suffer if I try to paraphrase so here it is in original form: I went to Doug Henry's (henry.douglas.gÂŽ cnap.navy.mil) COC for PMA 272 in PAX River.

Was afirst-classceremony. RADM Jeff Cook '68 PEO TacAir, was the speaker and did a really nice job for Doug. He reminded us of the three things we leamed at USNA (know your stuff, be a man, and take care of your people) and how Doug used those principles in running his highly successful program. Doug is responsible for the curtent EW equipment in the fleet that works. Saved nine planes in Kosovo. Management and procurement practices saved over $350 million. Trae to form, Doug spent his time at the mike recognizing everyone that worked on the program from deputies to contractors and took no credit for himself Traly a class act.. .Non Sibi. Doug also had some encouraging news about his wife, Trish, who is battling cancer and could not be there. They will go to AirPac in San Diego and can be reached by email.

Great letter, Larry, thanks for passing it along.

Doug, well done. Best of luck at CNAP. I received an email from Tom Storch conceming the next Reunion. He and John Ashmore have been talking about an idea the organizing committee has concenung the pros and cons of doing the Reunion on either a weekend with a Friday night game or a non-Homecoming weekend. What's your opinion? You may recall the 20th was done on a non-Homecoming weekend and the 25th was the full meal deal on Homecoming weekend. Let me know what you'd like to do and I will get it back to Tom. The three current options are (1) weekend with a Friday night game, (2) non-Homecoming weekend, (3) Homecoming weekend.

Thanks again to everyone for the newsy inputs.

For the remaining 800-plus of you, have a great summer and please don't hesitate to email or write.

We are all interested in what you did on vacation.

Pictures welcomed!

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Pres: Steve Middleton 516 Green Forest Drive, Sevema Park, MD 21146 Corr Sec'y: LtCol John Brown, USMC (Ret.) 15791 Edgewood Drive, Dumfries, VA 22026 h: 703-583-0385; e: jrbrown74@home.com Rig it Mister! Okay, now that I have your attention, seems we set a Class record for input (we have two months to do this one) and we need to understand the rules. First, max of 4,000 words per column, with a picture counting for 150 words. Now, if I had put in all the pictures that Morgan Ames gave me, you wouldn't see anything but pictures till 2002! So, use your imagination this issue as I received a lot of input that nears the limit. I will slip in a ton of pictures over the next several issues. Also, for you Web heads, the Class Web site

has pictures. The Web site may be the best place for all the pictures; your comments please. Now, on to business.

First, I received a note from Chip Sharratt.

I'm doing fine in Minnesota. Not too active a USNA Alumni group up here; I've been talking to a fellow Minnesota USNR CO and grad, CDR Chip Cravaack '81, about getting more involved and seeing if there are some Minnesota Alumni who want some social "USNA type" activity. I'm CO of my second USNR NavAir command; about 90 folks aligned with NavAirSysCom, NAS Pt. Mugu and the Pt. Mugu Weapons Test Squadron (which is commanded by grad, CAPT Alex Hnarakis '78). Wrapping up this three-year CO tour in October; then the horizon is looking pretty inviting.

In real life, I'm a primary house-guy for my two daughters, ages three and four, but with their starting school soon and my Reserve responsibilities winding down, I'll be jumping back into the job market full-time in the very near future.

My wife, Julie, and I own a nice home in Savage, MN, just south of the Twin Cities. My extra time is spent producing music for my nephew and me; ourfirstCD ("Petals & Thoms") is now available on Amazon.com. Got some great visibility on that release, and won a couple national songwriting contests in the process.

We're still getting great reviews via MP3 format downloads from the Web. Over ten thousand of our songs were downloaded in a three-month period last year. (Check the unsigned band page on audiohighway.com.) We're planning on recording a second CD this summer, which should be available by the end of the year. I've got some great new material, including one song about Tailhook '91 called "Paradise Road" (the street address for the Las Vegas Hilton). I usually spend some time during my summers at a brother's campground (Beaver Valley Campground) in Cooperstown, NY. He has 276 acres, and hosts baseball-training camps for young kids on two baseballfieldshe built on his site. There is also a great Senior Baseball Fantasy Camp in Cooperstown where toumament games are played on the Hall of Fame Baseball Field, Doubleday Field. My three brothers and I have played there in each of the last five years. It's ran by a couple of retired MDs out of Ohio, and it's absolutely the chance, and thrill of a lifetime for anybody who loves baseball! To play baseball on the field that many of the heroes of the sport have tread on is an incredible honor!

I'm also still recraiting for the Naval Academy.

I got started in the Blue & Gold program about nine years back. I'm assigned to ten high schools in the Minneapolis area, and I sit on a senatorial nomination board each year I'm hoping to have about three, maybe four of my students gain appointments this year.

It's really refreshing to see the great talent, motivation and commitment of these young kids today. I was down in Dallas this month and stopped in to visit Wiley Voorhies and his family.

Wonderful family, and they're doing well after a very serious family car accident last summer Wiley said he received a call from RADM Sam Kupresin (Dep. Cdn, Patrol and Recon. Force, Atlanticâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Reserve) recently, as well. Seems Sam

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is doing great in his Reserve career, as well as in his civilian job as an airline captain. Also saw CAPT Tony Guido at a Reserve symposium at NAS JRB Ft. Worth. He drills and works at PAX River, and holds a senior leadership role in the Reserve Air Systems Program. RADM Joe Sestak's (OpNav, Dir Strategy and Policy) name also came up during a symposium presentation by RADM John McLaughlin '72 (CNARF) as the Total Force gura for the Navy out of the Pentagon.

Hey, I heard that CAPT Mark Caren and his lovely wife, Monica, had twins (a boy and a girl) earlier this year. He lives close to Dulles Airport outside of D.C. He's planning on retiring from his Pentagon job on CVX this summer Really haven't heard much from him since they had the babies.

Wonder why? (Last I checked, aren't we all pushing 50? What was he thinking!) God bless him!

Next, it appears we had someone named L e o n a r d May in our Class. (For those with brain cells left, it was Lenny!) His wife, Cindy, wrote: Optelecom, Inc. announced Leonard May has joined the company as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. In his new role, Mr May will oversee the development of marketing strategy and staffing of Optelecom's sales and marketing team in anticipation of significant growth in the year ahead.

Prior to joining Optelecom, Mr. May served as executive vice president, sales and marketing of BP Solarex in Frederick, MD, where he developed the sales channel strategy for the merger of Solarex and BP Solar. Under his leadership, BP Solarex developed an intemational distribution and sales representative network comprising 90 companies in 50 countries, resulting in revenue growth from seven million dollars in 1988, to over $100 milUon in 1999.

"Sales and marketing execution are key to Optelecom's strategy for significant growth in the coming quarters," said Edmund Ludwig, president and CEO. "Leonard is used to setting records and exceeding targets, and has demonstrated a unique ability to forge strong business relationships throughout his career. We are traly delighted to have his caliber of talent onboard at this important stage in Optelecom's development."

Conceming his decision to join the company, Mr May stated, "Optelecom is redefining the way that customers specify, transmit and receive mission critical video, voice and data, and has staked out the high ground in several emerging highgrowth markets. I'm pleased to have the opportunity to build a solid client base and revenue stream for a company known for its innovative engineering and technology."

Cindy, thanks for the note. Congratulations, Lenny, from the rest of the Class!

Bart W h i t m a n (whitmanb@mtstech.com) checked in with the following note.

I really enjoyed Chris Perrien's note in the May mag. Over the years the cortespondence from our Company (23rd) has been less than overwhelming—I being one of the major offenders! I would like to encourage those who have been missing for way too long to step forward via email—Bill Baker, Joey Beaulieu, Jay Eads, Robert Brace, Joe Nadolski, Mike Phillips, John Murdoch, Lloyd Gamett (honorary), Don Wagner, and Pat Carey.

It would also be great to hear from some of our old friends that did not stay the entire course— Larry Sobel, Bob Fretz, Lee Haight, and others.

Classmates I know about, at least I think I know— Bud Bamett is wifli Battelle in Stafford, VA; John

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Hood is with Exxon in Houston; John Murdoch is with American in Dallas; Len May is with Solarex in Frederick, MD; Bruce T^ler is with Exxon in Europe; Robert Bruce is with NASA in Mississippi; Oakie Sharpe is a bank exec in Tulsa, OK; Mike Miller is the CO of KENNEDY; Paul Brandon is with Sonalysts in Waterford, CT; J J McCaffrey is with a solar power company in New England; Paul Sullivan is the PM for SSNX in NavSea; Don Wagner is in Lancaster, PA, working for Holland. All are very quietly successful and keep to themselves way too much.

As an aside, the events I could attend at the 25th were great. Our Class leaders did another outstanding job, especially Steve and Mick! Whoever has the company picture we took after the game, please send it into Shipmate so the others can see how young we all still look!

On the personal side, Susan and I are living in Fairfax, VA, with our son, Preston, who is a twoyear-old wonder! Also living with us are my other two sons: Justin (21) an accomplished musician, and Brendon (17) who wants to pursue either petroleum engineering or pre-law when he graduates from high school in 2001. I was one of the founding Officers of MTS Technologies, Inc. which is just completing its ninth year We are a technical services firm with about 150 employees headquartered in Arlington, VA; with offices in Johnstown, PA; San Diego, CA; Troy, MI; and Honolulu, HI (my personal favorite). Any Classmate coming to Washington is welcomed to sample our Virginia hospitality, please call at (h) 703-560-1701 or (w) 703-575-2957.

Occasionally, I see Classmate Tony Rizzo who owns several restaurants in Johnstown, PA, when I visit that office. Tony has not changed; he has a wonderful family and thoroughly enjoys his life in J-town.

I would like to suggest that the Classmates in the Washington area establish the second Monday of each month as a Class luncheon, perhaps at Mick's new restaurant in Tysons Corner, "McCormick and Schmicks Seafood." Mick has been a long-time restaurateur in Washington and has always been very accommodating to Classmates who dine in his establishments. I suggest the second Monday in July as the inaugural event.

This has not been discussed with Mick, but I will try and reach him before the send button is pushed.

Bart, thanks for the note and all the updates on the others!

Speaking of C h r i s P e r r i e n , he checked in via email with the following.

My pennant will be hauled-down over the next couple of days while in San Diego at Steve Gilmore's Change of Command. You and I (and Peterson) think of change of command as getting off of restriction.

He was an athlete, scholar, striper...you probably didn't know him.

Regarding the mixture of flames between Classmates and intriguing conversation regarding the 30th Reunion—I mean we even got M a r k Peterson involved (although I'm betting my butt that no one below two striper got his 4,000 comment): keep them from surging, perhaps another soothing, 15 meg email from Kirk would help— or even a surprise white glove inspection. Line up those klacks!

Carty on in my absence.

Yes, gang, the email traffic has definitely increased over the past year and a lot of discussions are conducted via the Internet. Let's all remember that there was a strong sense of humor in our Class and that most importantly, we are all Classmates.

So don't get your feathers raffled! Keep the gouge flowing.

Speaking of the Reunion, it appears it will be on a non-homecoming weekend for the 30th. Mark your calendars. 30th Reunion will be the weekend of 25

September 2004. Also, the Class gift discussions are still underway on the net, so more on that later Other Classmates taking command recently beside brother Steve were: Bill Walsh-MoNTEREY; Ted S e r f a s s - A f l o a t Training Group, U.S. Pacific Fleet Also, K . D . Dunn (Col, USMC,) handed over c o m m a n d of W e a p o n s T r a i n i n g Battalion at Quantico in June. K.D. now heads off for a vacation in Okinawa!

Now, to M i k e T b m e r (mitumer@earthlink.net).

Mike retired on 19 May 2000 after completing 26 years of dedicated honorable naval service and ttansitioning to civilian life (aka "work"). The ceremony took place at the Naval Station San Diego Chapel outdoor gazebo area, NavSta San Diego.

An informal reception was held immediately after the ceremony to celebrate both the retirement and Mike's completion of his M.B.A. CDR Turner's email address will change after 5 June to a work account (TBD) and home account is vahd now.

Mike, congratulations and thanks for your service!

And now, M o r g a n A m e s (who seems to have a job that entails jetting around the country visiting naval types): Great seeing you aboard ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-'74 minus 2) for that fantastic change of command as J J Quinn "handed over the keys" (along with singular responsibility, total authority and accountability!) to the most powerful warship in the world with our time-honored tradition that signifies continuity of command-at-sea! And for both of them to perform with such natural "stage presence" in such an impressive ceremony, it was almost as if JJ and Doug Dupouy were changing the watch in the Rotunda as relieving and departing MOOWs! My recollection—dimmed as it may have become with 18-year Lagavuelin single malt Scotch whiskey and fine cigars afterwards at Betsy and Dave Antanitus' NASNI flag quarters—(Thanks, Dave! You and Betsy are fantastic impromptu hosts!)—is that the following USNA '74 Classmates attended the CoC and JJ's frocking "coronation" to flag rank. Hosts: RADM J J Quin, Departing CO, CVN-74 minus 2; CAPT Douglas K. Dupouy, Relieving CO, ABE. Guests: RADM (Select) Dave Antanitus, SpaWar Installations and Logistics (SPW-04); CAPT Steve Busch, Chief of Staff, SurfPac; CAPT James T. " J i m " Fry, ComNavAirPac Force Nuclear Power (N9); CAPT Ron Polkowsky, SpaWarSysCora Program Manager for Tactical Data Links (TADILs) (PMW-159); CAPT Robert D. Whitmire, USN (Ret.), now Pilot/Instiuctor, FedEx; CDR Alan Lerchbacker, USN (Ret.), now COO, Horizon—A Glimpse of Tomorrow (www.HorizonGOT.com); CAPT Stu Cvrk, USNR, SAIC San Diego; CDR Daniel R. "Dan" Donoghue, USN (Ret.), Jaycor, Inc. in San Diego; LCDR Morgan P Ames Jr, USN (Ret.), director, Naval Business Development, General Dynamics Advanced Technology Systems; Logan Milliken; Saul Zavala, Bell Helicopter Textron.

(If I missed anyone—and I rarely do! Please let me know.)

Doug's photographers mates took photos of JJ and Doug with those USNA '74ers in attendance, (although Stu Cvrk was still standing in the reception line and Logan may have had to take off following the ceremony), including the F-14 static display on ABE'S flight deck with the names "CAPT JJ Quinn" and "CAPT Doug Dupouy" stenciled beneaUi the two canopies. Hey, JJ, when did you qualify as a Tomcat "front seater?" Both you and Doug wear proudly the wings of RIO Naval flight officers—and should be wearing your SWO badges, tool If anyone hasn't noticed yet, die NFO community is "taking over" all die key billets!

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JJ shared with us his perspective that as a kid growing up in Imperial, PA, a suburb of Pittsburgh, as the son of a "blue collar" working family among other families of steel mill and coal mine workers, that all his friends had talked of one day growing up to be professional baseball players or football players, few ever sti-etched their imagination to envision themselves as doctors or lawyers or engineers; but nowhere in his wildest dreams did he ever envision himself as a naval aviator, F-14 RIO with squadron command, or as a TOPGUN or military assistant to the President of the United States, let alone as commanding officer of ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72), one of only nine nuclear aircraft carriers in the world! Every kid in America today should hear his impassioned speech as it would motivate every one of them to dream and reach for the stars! JJ was awarded the Legion of Merit medal (gold star in lieu of second award) and accepted it with the understanding that he would wear it proudly to honor his wardroom, chiefs' mess and crew who accomplished so many record-setting achievements during JJ's watch as commanding officer.

When it was his tum to read his orders and speak, Doug kept it short but did manage to invoke the ancient Japanese saying, "He who speaks last, gets to speak last!" He reminded JJ and informed the assembled guests that he traly carried JJ throughflightschool back in 1975! We all know that Doug will build upon the achievements established by JJ and ABE and raise the bar as he prepares to lead his crew and its embarked airwing on deployment to WestPac and the Arabian Sea later this summer Congratulations, JJ, and best wishes for a most successful command tour, Doug! Beat Army!

Morgan Ames was in attendance at Phil Polefrone's get together held in May at Mick Halbreiner's restaurant in Tyson Comers, VA. Others in attendance were: Steve Middleton, John Gombo, K.D. Dunn, Gary Roberts, Jim Lyons, Bob Hogan, Rusty Yeiser, Bill Wilde, Dan Driscoll, John Brown, John Tromba and some bison from Mitch Boswell. Everyone had a great time and our collective thanks to Mick and crew for a nice evening.

For any of you active duty types, we need someone who can validate the email reports of Classmates being selected for promotion. Until I see some validation (someone credible please, not you Seftas), I am reluctant to put it in an article. Finally, my thanks to Tony Racette and Ken Huston for locating Jim Gagalis for me. He seems to be alive, well, and with a young family down in Florida. More on Gags and others as we get ready for the fall! Roamer sends.

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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.

Once again, the U.S. Navy made some super choices in our FY2001 flag selections! Five members of our great Class will be pinning on stars this year Congratulations and Bravo Zulu to Tom Donaldson, Jay Donnelly, Tim Heely, Mark Milliken, and Mike Tracy! By my count, that puts us in double digits on the admiral tote board.

Thoughts and prayers to Tina and Andy Howard.

As I write this, the Howards are two weeks away from a double-surgery date where Tina will donate

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a kidney to replace her husband's failing organ. I wish I could tell you about a happy outcome—but that's way beyond my forecasting expertise. However, Andy will update his special kidney Web page as soon as possible during his recovery. Check it out at http://web.wt.net/~achoward/Kidney.htm.

The Howards request that those inclined make donations to the Polycystic Kidney Research Foundation, in honor: Andrew C Howard, 4901 Main Stteet, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64112-2634.

The 25tii Reunion (20-22 October 2000) is drawing lots of interest as Classmates and wives (mostly wives) block out ttavel plans for the rest of the year.

I got a short e-note from my old roommate from 2nd Batt staff days, Larry Newcomer. Newko and Beth are enjoying life as grandparents of a pair of two-year-old girls. (Yes Larry, we are that old!)

Larry's fighting his own health batties, but is looking forward to a big tumout in Annapolis.

Once again. Rose and Bill Dixon provide us an interesting update from Wisconsin. I'll let Bill tell the story: Rose and I are still in Wisconsin and settling in nicely. This year our project is landscaping the yard. Wefinishedup several upgrades in the house during the winter months—it seems like here we have our cold weather and warm weather projects.

I do not use the phrase "hot" weather when referring to summers in Wisconsin, since it would be considered coat weather in Chad. I suppose over time we will get acclimated to the weather and must admit we both thoroughly enjoy the changing seasons. The Chad experience is beginning to feel like it happened in another life. I think that is a good thing. Chad was a little like the Academy, wouldn't trade anything for the experience, but wouldn't want to do it again.

Tracer, Corp. is continuing to prosper. A few changes have occurred, the most significant for me being a promotion to president. We're going through some organizational changes including a business model based on a far more intensive inventory. I have also become involved at a much greater level in an organization called Aviation Industry Conferences out of the UK. Rose and I traveled to Brassels in April where I gave a presentation on Surplus Suppliers. While at the conference, I met Bill Angeloni '87 who gave a presentation on Free Markets and B2B commerce.

I'll be in Zurich in May for another conference with a presentation on Aviation Component Overhaul Management. The rest of the year is pretty much the same with several more trips.

I have blocked out our homecoming which Rose and I are eagerly anticipating. I think we will do it as a roadtrip and visit a lot of friends enroute and in the D.C. area. Plus I now sport a "USNA 75" hcense plate on the caddy. I couldn't believe it was still available! Oh well, you snooze, you lose.

Thanks to Eric Guerrazzi, 20th Company should have quite a showing at the Reunion. I've been in contact with my roommate. Dean Lahren, who is now in the Minneapolis area and sounds like he's doing well. Hope this finds everyone doing well.

October will be here before any of us know it and it should prove to be a great time. Semper Fi, '75.

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Bill, New Orleans isn't exactly on the direct route from Wisconsin to Maryland, but you and Rose are welcome! As a former winner of the coveted scribe's award, I still owe you your fill of Abita Turbodogs.

The April meeting of the SE LA/SW MS Alumni Association Chapter was the best I can remember We met and dined at the Tavern on the Park in New Orleans. If you're traveling to the Big Easy, it's worth an evening away from "the Quarter" to go see proprietor Jack Sand at his terrific restaurant.

If you're a Marine, Mr. Jack will probably buy you wine all evening long—you can tell him I said so!

John Nawrocki, PCO of Iwo JIMA, made the trip from Pascagoula. Iwo will be commissioned next summer, probably in Pensacola. John is rightfully proud of his plank-owner crew on the Navy's newest and finest big-deck "gator" Bill Garrett, currently taking care of Ops and Fleet Support for ComNavAirRes, brought a number of his officers. Bill has four children, ranging in age from 10 to 24. The number-two son is a lance corporal who happened to be on his way to a deployment in Kosovo as we enjoyed our April lunch.

I was honored to be master of ceremonies at Chris "CJ" Hall's retirement ceremony in May. It was a fun event, with lots of good memories rehashed during the day, during the reception, and during Chris and Annette's Spanish/Guamanian fiesta that evening. We threw in a short but rousing on-stage "What's the best class?" cheer between Chris and I and Doug Rau '74. Doug, as the commanding officer of the Naval Research Laboratory, was the presiding officer for the retirement.

In other news from our house on the Gulf Coast, life is great, but the crawdads were expensive this year (It was too dry in the swamp!) Jim finished his freshman year at Tulane with Dean's List honors (and scholarship intact). He's earning next year's spending money by ranning acoustic models at NRL Stennis in the student temp program this summer Lindsay had a great junior year, even though AP History knocked her GPA "down" to 3.97. She led the Softball team to a district co-championship and was named District Outstanding Player, St. Tammany Parish MVP, and New Orleans All-Metro.

We're in the middle of the college search and recraiting process. Exciting times!

See y'all in October! Go Navy! Larry

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Pres: Chuck Gorum 146 Prince George St., Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-263-3337; e: cgoram@annap.infi.net Sec'y: Chuck Dirienzo 1014 North 300 West, Springville, UT 84663 h: 801-491-3497; w: 801-861-9219 e: chuckles@ipass.net or cdirienzo@novell.com Hello to all '76ers. Just a short note to remind you that the Class Web site (www.usna76.org and www.usna76.com) will be containing information and updates. If you have any suggestions or can offer some assistance, please let me know.

Now for some other information. Ken Sichau had this printed about him.

USintemetworking, Inc. (USi) (Nasdaq: USIX), the leading Application Service Provider (ASP) today announced that Ken Sichau, President of AT&T Business Services Sales, will join USi's Board of Directors.

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Sichau leads AT&T's nationwide business sales organization, which provides a full range of communications services, including data, Intemet access and hosting; local, long-distance and international calling and wireless services. His organization generates $20 billion in annual revenue by serving the networking needs of businesses of all sizes.

"We're pleased to have Ken Sichau join USi's board of directors," said Christopher R. McCleary, chairman and chief executive officer of USi. "With 15 years experience in developing, marketing and selling leading-edge networking services, Ken brings a unique perspective on how companies can leverage networking technologies to improve their business."

Sichau, 45, has held a series of executive assignments in sales, marketing and operations during his 15 years with AT&T. He has created new business units to launch AT&T into emerging markets, including managed data networks, integrated value-added solutions, call centers and electronic commerce.

Prior to joining AT&T, Sichau served in the U.S. Navy as a naval aviator He holds an M.B.A. from Harvard University and a B.S. degree from the U.S. Naval Academy.

Local boy makes good! Congratulations!

Bruce Hinkley (hinkley@alttan.com) recently attended a conference in Washington, D . C , and ran into some Classmates. Elmo Collins is with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in Arlington, TX, and Bryan Dolan works with Duke Power in Charlotte, NC. Also Brace was in a legal mediation situation in Boston last week and one of the attorneys was Al Jordan, Class of 1960. Brace's new position and location: Vice President, Alttan Corporation, 451 D Stteet, Boston, MA 02210; 617-2041011 x242; cell: 617-592-1041.

Dave DeSilva ( D D e s i l v a l @ a o l . c o m ) has accepted an offer to start work with a "dot.com" company in Tysons Comer, VA. The company is called iXL and they provide sttategic Intemet services for Fortune 100 customers worldwide. Their products include Web site development and e-commerce solutions. He will be working in the project management area. Best of luck to you!

Jim Sanford (wb4gcs@home.com) just got back from sea on HARRY S TRUMAN for their ORSE. He finished a great tour as R O in THEODORE ROOSEVELT in November, relieved by Glenn Flannagan. Jim is n o w t h e force n u c l e a r p r o p u l s i o n officer at ComNavAirLant. Which means he gets to spend a lot of time on the phone and an occasional visit to a ship at sea. About a month ago he was on IKE for their ORSE. Jim really enjoys watching good guys do good things—except it's a lot less fun watching others driving the plant and ship than it was driving himself. He is still living in Hampton, VA. Kids are out of school, one in college, one heading that way.

Rich O'Hanlon (0'HanlonRJ@exchange. airlant.navy.mil, or rjohanlon@aol.com) was reading the '76 column in the latest Shipmate and was suddenly inspired to jot down a few notes. Here they are. He left command of SACRAMENTO ( A O E 1) last year and is currently the chief of staff at ComNavAirLant. Rich is slated to take command of THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) early next year His office number is 757-444-7451 (DSN 564).

From Mark H u b b a r d (mhubbard@hst.nasa. gov). Sent a picture of Mark with astronaut, Frank Culbertson '71.

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Mark and Frank Culbertson Frank was a Classmate and Companymate of Mark's brother, John Hubbard '71. Frank is preparing for a space station mission scheduled sometime in 2001. Mark has known Frank since junior high when John, Frank and their buddies were Midshipmen and would swing by the house in Potomac, MD, during time-off from school. He ran into Frank at the NBL in Houston, TX, in Febraary while he was working with the Hubble space telescope project preparing for the next servicing mission (scheduled for July 2001).

From Dick "Weasel" Gallagher (GALLAGHER@ stennis.navy.mil): Hello all, leaving Bahrain today after a much needed break. The ship's draft has increased a measurable amount due to the many rags we have purchased. It's quite an experience and education leaming how best to empty a checkbook on wool and silk. The crew was a bit concemed about all the pre-port briefings associated with an Arabic port visit but found Bahrain to be quite friendly and happy to have us. We spent almost a month of heavy flying from Maylasia to the Arabian Gulf.

We now go back on the line for the next few weeks.

We're approaching the half-way point in the craise and are half way to 10,000 traps. We celebrate "Hump Day" on 1 April with a flight deck (steel beach) picnic and bingo the night before (and two unreps and a DIW drill and a...). Likewise, the folks back home are doing a big dinner and picnic for the kids. While enthusiastic preps for our retum continue at home we are currentiy supporting Operation Southem Watch, enforcing the UN No Fly Zone restrictions in southem Iraq and nabbing smugglers attempting to take illegal oil out of Iraq. We've had plenty to keep us busy and no lack of excitement—it makes craise fly by. As the crew is its normal friendly and professional self, it is a pleasure being associated with them.

We have been tremendously successful at all we've done to date and expect more of the same.

And now some news from HIGGINS. Eric Verhage (Verhage_LT@higgins,navy.mil), Operations Officer, sent: Greetings, all. Just a quick note from your traveling HIGGINS crew—way up north in Vancouver, Canada. We are here for a weekend port visit. What a beautiful place.

Hioci.Ns entering Vancouver Harbor

CDR Smith (Smith_Red_CDR@Higgins. navy.mil) made 0-6 (captain). He (and we obviously) are as pleased as can be at the good news.

Thought you'd like to know. If you'd like, drop him a note. We head to sea on Monday at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Standard Time, so if you send a note after that it could take a few days to get to him.

Our training cycle continues to go well. Our next big assignment is to participate in RimPac 2000—a multi-nation exercise in the Hawaii area in June and July. We'll be out of San Diego area for about a month. It'll be great training and as well as a chance to visit Pearl Harbor, Kauai, and Kona, Hawaii.

Our first officers are starting to depart. XO (Frank Martin) leaves us on 29 April. I leave on 25 May, Brian Collie leaves us about 2 June, and Katie Licup leaves us on 19 May. But change is good, both for us as individuals, and the ship as a whole. It will be sad to go however You are in our thoughts.

Also, for those of you that don't know, Tim TVaaen graciously represented the Class at this year's Class of '76 Leadership Awards ceremony for HIGGINS. Chuck G o n u n feels that Tim captured the essence of his thoughts on leadership and the need to nurture this foundation on which not only our military, but our society's success and survival depend. Here is the information and transcript from Tim. What a great day in San Diego...It was a personal honor to have been asked to represent the Class of '76 in presenting our leadership awards to the GO'S "best" of the best in HIGGINS ( D D G 76). I tried to capture what I think describes the essence of the Spirit of '76's concept of what is demanded of a new generation of leaders. I believe that Col Higgins would concur with the selections. I offer the following as my meager attempt to convey our desires and intentions (my speech): Captain Smith, XO, Ship's Company, HIGGINS: Good Moming. It is my distinct honor and privilege to be here today as the representative of the United States Naval Academy's Class of 1976 to honor two of your outstanding shipmates.

The complexion of the global simation today has created a need for strong, focused and unflinching leadership unlike the demands of any period before.

Leadership today is a tough proposition.

Leadership in a Peacetime Navy.

Leadership in a military which has not the "benefit" of a single entity to which it can compare its strength and readiness.

Leadership in an ever-changing domestic social and political landscape where it seems that more value is placed upon the value of "vapor ware" expected from Hi-tech stocks and "Dot.coms" than is placed upon the development of the human capital that is expected to protect the country in which it is created, grows, and thrives.

Captain, I am impressed by what I have seen here—that the basic tenets of humanity exist today.. .that those "Golden Rules" of Leadership still apply today.

Know yourself.

Know your stuff.

Know your people.

To always do what is right in spite of possible consequences.

My Class has committed to fund two perpetual awards for the ship that serve to recognize the individuals that personify these qualities. These awards will be presented each year to the officer and crew member selected by the commanding officer who best exemplify the traits of superior leadership.

On behalf of the entire USNA Class of '76, it is my pleasure to present this year's awards to Lt J. Brady Babcock, ship's cryptologist and EWO, and FCC (SW) Robert H. Blanfly, CX Div LCPO. The recipients will each receive awards of $250 and will have tiieir names inscribed on die Class of '76 Plaques that are permanentiy mounted in the ship.

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Congratulations and best wishes to you both.

Beat Armyl I hope I at least met your expectations as the Class agent. 1 was encouraged by what I saw. The greatest challenge is that die top level of our leadership in government and military needs to take heed. I saw that these young people deserve the honest and explicit definition of our nation's collective expectations—they will perform, they will prevail, they deserve nothing less than our support and encouragement! The desire to not disappoint "those who have gone before" was evident in every pair of eyes into which I gazed. Our futiu'e is secure as long as we do not let them down.

Sorry to get so heavy, but I think I can say— been there, done that—got the T-shirt. I had to look them in the eyes.

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Pres; CAPT Richard "Rick" White, USN 1404 Hunting Wood Road, Annapolis, MD 21403 w: 703-605-5605 ext 145; h: 410-295-0089 e: (w) WhiteRW@navsea.navy.mil; (h) betwhite@erols.com Sec'y: Bob Sanderson 210 Autumn Chase Drive, AnnapoUs, MD 21401 h: 410-571-6267 e: bsanderson@docHarbornet From the Yard As I write this column, June Week (excuse me, I mean Commissioiung Week) is in full swing. Since Michelle and I sponsor a Midshipman, I took the opportunity to attend several events in the Yard, starting with Hemdon (I mean the Plebe Recognition Ceremony). Although they recorded the best time in the last decade (1 hour, 19 nunutes, and 44 seconds), they didn't come close to our time (which, according to Mike Reed's entry for our 25th Reunion t-shirt, is 48 minutes. Can anyone else confirm this time?). Since the Blue Angels Air Show was scheduled for Tuesday this year (and 1 was playing hooky anyway), I also took the opportunity to attend the Color Parade where the Color Girl (excuse me, I mean the Color Company Honoree) helped ttansfer the flags to the Color Guard from 2nd Company, which is the new Color Company.

Unfortunately, after watching the first few Blue Angel fly-bys, the announcer informed us that the visibiUty was insufficient to continue the show, and the team would be heading back to Andrews Air Force Base after one more pass. Needless to say, many people were disappointed, but seemed to accept the decision.

Sam Locklear (samlock@erols.com) continued to dispel the Hemdon myth and became the first member of our Class to be selected for admiral. I think that Greg Sawyer (gsawyer@visi.net) said it best when he wrote the following in a recent email to Sam: This selection is the official notification of the changing of the guard. We are now the "leaders," the nebulous "they," the "elephants." In you is the epitome of professionalism that we all strive to achieve. I'm sure I reflect the feelings of all of the Class of '77 in stating your selection toflagis well deserved. We're really proud of you! It is now up to all of us (active, retired, reserve, business) to lay the groundwork for the future Navy and Marine Corps that we want to see. This next "brief moment in time" is our chance to traly make a difference. In 1973, we came together in Bancroft Hall as the embodiment of the future of diversity in the Navy. Today we are the realization of that dream. Well done!

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Once we have details about the "official" ceremony, we'll be sure to get the word out. Again, our sincere congratulations to Sam! On our way to a family reunion in Atlanta recently, Michelle and I had the opportunity to have dinner with Barbara and Bob Vogel (rrvogel@ mediaone.net), who is currently the director of engineering for Panamsat Corporation. He and his family are doing fine as they prepare to send their first son, Ryan, to Georgia Tech this fall. His other son, Eric, continues to dazzle them with his computer savvy.

We also attended the Change of Command Ceremony on 2 June 2000 at the Washington Navy Yard for CAPT Paul McMahon (McMftaly@aol.com), who was relieved as commanding officer, Engineering Field Activity Chesapeake by CAPT William Boudra. The welcoming remarks were made by RADM Christopher E. Weaver '71, who is the Naval Disttict Washington Commandant, and the guest speaker was RADM Michael R. Johnson, who is the Commander of the Atlantic Division of the Naval Facilities Engineering Command and spoke very highly of Paul's accomplishments during his tour After some "relaxation" riding his bike 110 miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains, Paul will report to OpNav (N-45) as the Deputy Director of the Envirorfmental Protection, Safety, and Occupational Health Division (somebody needs to find a way to shorten these titles!). One final comment on the day's events. At the family reception afterwards, when I mentioned the fact that I'd be writing about the gathering in Shipmate, we were surprised to discover that Paul's longtime friend and Academy roommate is very proud of the fact that he had never been mentioned in a Class Column. He even went so far as to flee from a picture with me and Paul to keep that record in tact; fortunately, we were able to snap a few pictures anyway. Be on the lookout for them next month when we may reveal the anonymous roommate after 23 years.

After the change of command festivities, Michelle and I headed down to Norfolk, VA, to attend an alumni picnic at the Canterbury Episcopal Center at Old Dominion University, Michelle's alma mater There we met one of Michelle's former coworkers (and Naval Academy graduate), CAPT William H. "BiU" Mack '40, who serves there as the chaplain's assistant. It seems that Michelle and Bill both leamed quite a bit from each other during their early days together, and were able to renew their friendship. Bill also delighted us with some of his sea stories, and was even able to explain his somewhat oblique relationship to our former Superintendent, VADM William P. Mack '37, which surprisingly had more to do with their mothers rather than their fathers.

A short note in the "small world" category. On Sunday moming, Michelle and I attended a church service at the only Episcopal/Roman Catholic Church in the nation and was introduced to one of their vestry members who happened to be Tom Frey (tfrey@wt.infi.net). It seems that Tom is counting the days until retirement while he works as the Assistant Chief of Staff for C41 at ComOptEvFor in Norfolk. But that wasn't all. We then met a parishioner, Ann Delaney, who is the godmother of the wife of "this Naval Academy graduate who does something with NASA." Needless to say, my jaw dropped when she said his name was Bruce Campbell (brace.campbell@gsfc.nasa.gov), our illustrious Class Treasurer, with whom I just had lunch the previous week. All I can say is, "Kevin Bacon."

One final bit of housekeeping before we get to the mailbag. For those of you who anxiously tried

to email Mike Reed last month to find out the Number 10 reason why the Class of '77 is the best (remember the Reunion t-shirt?), it seems that a critical part of his email address was missing in the copy that made it to Shipmate. His correct address is Reed77960@cs.com.

From the Mail Bag Jim Rowan (jrowan@uhookemup.com) of 33rd Company sends greetings from sunny Houston, TX. He arrived down there in March 2000 after spending the past few years ranning professional services at Apple Computers (formerly NeXT). He was about to take a position with Sybase when he was offered the position of CTO for an Internet start-up company that was fully funded by private capital, which is why he's in Houston now. Jim had lived in Annapolis for 11 years while serving in various assignments in Washington, D.C, until he retired from the Marine Corps and then with Price Waterhouse. In 1998, he moved to Potomac Falls, VA, so that he could quit commuting to Reston, VA (his poor Audi finally gave out at 250,000 miles).

Marian, Josh and Jim thought that they had found their final home until Josh would be done with school, but then Jim got the CTO offer Jim is now living with Marian's sister and her family until school is out and his family joins him (his wife is actually trasting him to buy the new house! How's that for trast?). Jim has spoken to Pat Conroy's parents and will be visiting them in Missouri City soon. He said they sounded great and he can't wait to talk to them about old times. Jim said the last time that he was in Houston was two weeks before our Plebe Summer began when he went down there for ten days with Pat, Steve Bamett and Ron King to prepare for Plebe Summer by water skiing and drinking beer Jim had some sad news for those of you who were close to his parents in Annapolis: his father passed away from a heart attack on 4 April 2000. He was sitting on the sunroom/porch that many of you came to know famously when you were trying to convince Jim's parents on why you should quit. Jim reminded us that they always made you see the light of day and you graduated. He said his father was watching "The Price is Right" and Jim swears that he saw a model in a bathing suit and just couldn't take it. Tom "Soup" Campbell (Tom.Campbell® longandfostercom) attended the funeral and Jim said it was great to see him even under those circumstances. Jim doesn't have an address in Houston yet, but he can be contacted at 713-622-6100 x l l 4 and would love to see any Classmates who are in the Houston area.

Maggie and Dirk Gallagher (dmgallagher@ earthlink.net) finally bought their own home again after renting since 1995. Dirk says that it feels great to be in debt again and he can't wait to itemize for the IRS! Their new address and phone number are 1133 Cumberiand Ct., Chesapeake, VA 233208179:757-436-1523.

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Kevin Brock (banjo_man@hotmail.com) of 10th Company decided to check-in after a few years. He is still in Waynesville, NC, in the Smokies, where he's now a principal shareholder in a 15-person mechanical/electrical engineering design firm.

Much of their work right now is in the public school arena, designing both new schools and conducting upfits/renovations of existing schools in the Carolinas. As Kevin put it, "Like everyone else, we're working much too hard for too little!" Kevin and his wife of 16 years. Donna, are very proud of their 14-year-old daughter, Rachel, and 11-year-old son, Phillip. Both of them are ranning Kevin and Donna around with school, soccer, basketball, and all the other activities they are into. The Brock family is especially into hiking and backpacking, and they think that North Carolina is a great place for that!

Kevin and Donna have asked that anyone who visits the Asheville area to please get in touch with them. Their address and phone number are 55 Sunset Stteet, Waynesville, NC 28786; 828-452-7269.

They said that it's really a great place to visit—and to live, for that matter—and they c£m direct you to all the interesting things to do, especially hiking ttails, campsites, etc.

Henry Brus (Brus@jsc.mil) of 6th Company writes to say that he's been stationed across the river from the Naval Academy for the last 18 months as the operations officer at the Joint Spectram Center He's in the windowless half of the building that has "David Taylor Research Center" on the outside of it. According to Henry, the Center's mission is to make certain that radio frequency concems are taken into account for the DoD's "stuff." They perform spectram analyses for new purchases (both new platforms and add-ons to existing platforms), HERO effects mitigation, and build spectram management databases and software. Henry's department, operations, provides direct support to the CinCs and JTF Commanders, and manages the DoD's radio (spectram) interference resolution program. The operations department's mission requires that they be able to deploy world-wide within 48 hours of a support call from a CinC or JTF commander Since he's had this job, he's had only one complete calendar month at home (last December)—and his guys (seven NCOs and an Air Force captain) travel longer and more often than he does!

Enough about Henry's work. He also wants everyone to know that he frequently makes it to a sport in the Yard. He reported that basketball was a lot of fun to watch over the last two years, and so was football and cross country. He even made it to the annual croquet match against the Johnnies at St. John's College. He hopes that perhaps he'll ran into one of you at a sporting event.

Dave Vail (DVail@Periniwest.com) reports that his wife of 20 years, Mary, was recently invested as a Dame of Grace in the Order of St. George for her humanitarian efforts and ongoing support of numerous charities and foundations in the United States and abroad, many of which were performed at the military locations where they were stationed (Hawaii; Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; Texas, and Califomia). Dave and Mary's children, Sean and Ashly, attended the investiture, which was presided over

by Prince Henri Constantine De Vigo Paleologo and Princess Franciose of Cannes, France. Dave and Mary's address and phone number are: 1105 Enderiy Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89144-6504; 702242-4495.

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Pres: Arch Griffin Sec'y: Vince Balderrama 45 Little Fawn Drive, Shelton, CT 06484 e: VBalderrama@Sikorsky.com Class Web site: http://usnal978.org Sean, Ashly, Prince Henri, Mary, and Dave Vail at the 2000 Imperial Byzantine Conference, Investiture and Ball In case you missed it in the "USNA in the News" Section of the Alumni Association Home Page (which you may want to occasionally check-out at www.usna.com/News/news.htm), CAPT Kevin M. Quinn relieved CAPT Richard L. Wright as ComDesRon Two Eight In Norfolk, VA, on 4 May 2000 in a ceremony held aboard Ross (DDG-71), the squadron's flagship. Kevin previously served as the executive officer of LAKE CHAMPLAIN ( C G -

57) and as commanding officer of BARRY ( D D G 52). As squadron commander, he is in charge of six ships, PETERSON ( D D - 9 6 9 ) , HAYLER ( D D - 9 9 7 ) , ELROD ( F F G - 5 5 ) , RAMAGE ( D D G - 6 1 ) , ROSS (DDG71), and OSCAR AUSTIN ( D D G - 7 9 ) .

Class Communication OK, gang, here's the latest information about our continuing effort to establish and maintain a Class email address list, which will help us more effectively disseminate timely information to everyone (especially as we get closer to events like our 25th Reunion). We still plan to use the Alumni Association records as our central database to store, update, and maintain everyone's demographic information (like name, address, phone number, email address, etc.), so it's important that you keep that information up-to-date, and you have several options to update your records. If you have Intemet access, you can either go directiy to the Alumni Association change-of-address screen using the following link, www.usna.com/forms/ change_of_address.htm, or go to the Alumni Association Web site at www.usna.com and click on "Change your Address" under the "Membership" heading. If you don't have Intemet access, then you can send your information to "Soup" (see his email address above), who will ensure that your information is updated in the Association's records. In addition, because we know how naturally proactive everyone is, we've asked for a volunteer from each Company to help "beat the ttees" by actively soliciting and verifying the email addresses for their Companymates. Several people have already volunteered and we will publish the list in next month's column, but in the meantime, if anyone else is interested in being the coordinator for their Company, please let "Soup" know.

Closing Remarks Here ends another month's column. Since this is a double issue, you won't be hearing from me again until September, which will kick-off another season of Navy football. Speaking of football, some people have asked about getting together this year at the Army-Navy game, which is being held on our home turf at PSINet Stadium in Baltimore, MD. If anyone has any ideas on a central hotel or Class meeting point that they want to pass on to other Classmates, please let me know and I'll make sure and get the word out. Also, just in case it doesn't make it to the column header, my new email address is bsanderson@docHarbornet. Hang in there and keep in touch! —Bob Sanderson

Okay, let's see what Mustafa has brought in the old mail bag. Let's see, there's good news, inspirational stories and lots of general news bits. Here we go.

BiUy Martin (BILLUSNA78@aol.com) dropped a long email. He left American Express in November of '98. That summer Billy's son, Sean (13), had a stroke and lost the entire left side of his body.

Every test known to man was given Sean but the doctors never could find the cause of the bleeder in the back of his brain. After six months of very intense physical and occupational therapy, and lots of prayer, Sean had an almost complete recovery.

He still has a little lethargy in his left hand and leg when he gets tired, but thank the Lord, he is doing fine. Sean used to be a lefty but has since leamed to be a righty. His neurologist calls him a "miracle child" and has written several articles on him for the medical journals. The stroke hasn't slowed him down either He is a sttaight A student. Junior National Honor Society, placed third in the county swim meet in the 200m freestyle, and plays a mean trombone! Billy says that whenever be gets down he thinks of Sean and gets inspired. Troubles seem to pale in comparison. As for Billy, he was recently promoted to be the Southeastern VP, Health Care, for MetLife Resources. His group handles the retirement and pension plans for some major hospital and health care organizations. He's headquartered in Pensacola and his offices are on the campus of Baptist Hospital (just rated in USA Today as the number one hospital in the country for patient satisfaction). Billy gets to see his old 36th Company buds Dr (PhD type) Jim Pointer and CAPT Drew Nienhaus, on a regular basis.

Kaien and Dave Williams also sent a quick update. Dave's just finishing up his tour with the Joint Staff. He's been doing hard time in the "Big House" fellow captains Tony Winns, Harry Harris, Jerry Roncolato, and our other fellow Foxtrot Companymate (12th Co.) Col Tim Hanifen. Karen enjoys working for UNISYS. Together now for 28 years since their high school sweetheart days, Karen and Dave have two sons. Their oldest, Joshua, will be attending the University of North Florida (Jax, FL) this fall. Josh says he wants to be a USMC pilot. It leaves Dave wondering where he went wrong.

(On the other hand, Tim Hanifen and I just think Josh must be a pretty smart kid!) Dave and Karen's second son, Kyle, is moving through the middle school ranks. He talks about going to the Boat School. About this time Dave and his family should be heading up my way. He's got orders to join the faculty at the Naval War College.

Bob McMasters (mcmaste7@msu.edu) wanted to "update" his "service record" too. Bob is still in East Lansing, Ml, where he teaches for the Department of mechanical engineering at Michigan State University. Right now he's teaching the dreaded "engine math" course, which all you ME and EE (and flailing Aero) majors painfully remember at Canoe U. Bob also takes on a number of consulting projects throughout the year. His wife (since six days after graduation) Mary Lynn, has just completed a residency in internal medicine and will be Shipmate, July-August 2000

congratulations to our first flag officer—Tony Winns. His selection is not only a great personal accomplishment (way to go, Tony!) but it means that we as a Class have broached that next plateau of accomplishment. Can we really be getting that old? Say it ain't so? I don't know how long he'll remain at his current slot at the Pentagon (with Dave Williams and company, remember? Just seeing if you were paying attention) as Chief, Policy Division, Strategy and Policy, J5, Joint Staff Washington, D.C.

The McMasters family taking a break for a few months before starting with a practice in the Lansing area. Their oldest son, Bobby, started coUege this year at Wentworth Military Academy in Lexington, MO. Most of the students there are on Army ROTC scholarships, but not Bobby (so far). Their other three boys are in high school (a freshman, sophomore and a junior).

The juiuor has already begun the application process to USNA. They'll see how things go in the next year to and find out if he will be joining the ranks of '78 juniors at Mother B. Doug Meyer (Doug.Meyer@morgankeegan. com) has a feel for how Navy spouses feel when their mates are on deployment. His wife. Ginger, had been in Germany visiting her Army dentist brother Fortunately (for Doug) when she remmed, her house was still standing and her little dog was still breathing. In July, Doug and Ginger celebrated their 19th wedding anniversary. They have two daughters, Ginny (17) and Erin (14). Both girls played basketball for their respective school teams this past winter Ginny eamed her first varsity letter on a team that reached the "Sweet 16" for the third year in a row. They hope to get over the hump and make it to the "big dance" next year when she is a senior Erin has also had tremendous success on the hardcourt. Her seventh-eighth grade team went 35-1 over the last two years. Erin has an excellent chance to make the varsity next year as a freshman. Doug has visions of both daughters on the varsity team and calls of "Meyer to Meyer for twooooooo!" For our next Reunion he's thinking of the multi-purpose gym and his team of Meyer, Meyer, Meyer, Chris "Doc" Dougherty, and anyone else who just wants to ran, pass, and rebound!

Doug is throwing down the gauntlet to Craig Diffie and Glen Ives to start working out now\ The Meyer family has been in Memphis for nearly 17 years. It was Doug's final active duty tour with the recraiting command in late '83 that brought them there.

He's had a great career in a private insurance and investments practice, eamed the CEP designation.

Two years ago he made the move to his current employer, Morgan Keegan and Co., Inc. It's a regional brokerage firm with about 650 brokers at 40 locations throughout the south (NYSE listing MOR). Doug's responsible for all insurance prodShipmate, July-August 2000

uct marketing throughout the firm. He's happy in a great job with a great company.

Rich Poiek (Richpolek@aol.com) provided news of Bryan Livingston, 34th Company. Bryan was Rich's roommate at Nuke Power School. Bryan's wife. Barb, is expecting identical twin girls in August. They already have one daughter, Molly. With the arrival of the twins, Bryan has lost any hope of male company in the Livingston household.

Lloyd Prince (Lprince@aol.com) ran into Skip Root (sjroot@fcol.com) a while ago. They were both commuting to work, trying to get onto an AirTrans jumpseat. Since Lloyd actually works for the airline and Skip's a FedEx guy you can guess who got first dibs on the seat. Still, Lloyd was a gracious host and let Skip have the seat while he took the flight attendant seat waaay back by the lavatories and peanuts. Is that a glorious job or what? Lloyd's daughter, Catarina, survived her third year at Harvard. She's smdying biological anthropology with an emphasis on primate evolution.

After visiting her classes and professors earlier this year for a parent's weekend, Lloyd realized that he is totally late in telling her about the birds and bees!

He's anxiously waiting to read her latest report on "Hip-to-waist ratio in women and the male's sexual preference!" Got news for you Lloyd—no matter when you plan to tell a kid about that stuff—it's too late.

George Tyree (TGeorge678 @aol.com) reported that his son, Michael, entered the Yard with this summer's new batch of Plebes. He and I are also wondering how many more of you have sons and daughters in this class of 2004? George was hoping to link up with Joe Britain and John Hawk, sort of a mini-reunion.

Congratulations go out to Sam Tangredi. Sam won the U.S. Naval Institute's Arleigh Burke Essay Award for his article entitled, "The Fall and Rise of Naval Forward Presence."

On some other stray notes I heard that Ray Bracy left Boeing China and is now working for them in Washington, D.C. Don't know what he's doing but it's probably something big. Rumor has it that Ray is on the fast track to the top at Boeing.

Speaking of "fast tracked," this year's flag rank selection hit the streets and with it goes a special

Speaking of leadership, over the past year our Class has taken on the role of leadership programs for PORTER (DDG-78). During graduation week. The Class of 1978 recognized two PORTER crew members while the ship was visiting the Yard in Annapolis. Thirteen of our Classmates were on board PORTER as the Class recognized LTJG Bryant Trost '96 and EMI Sybil Rhodes as "the best of the best" and "leaders and accomplishers" of CDR Ken Spiro '81's crew. Ken had a nice ceremony set up for event on the flight deck and in the wardroom. Speaking on behalf of the Class were Captains Chris Nichols and Bob Novak, and Ed Reid. CDR Spiro retumed the honor to by recognizing Ed Reid as PORTER'S first honorary plank owner for his continued active support for the ship and crew. Of those representing the Class, eight were still in uniform. Not only was PORTER'S crew treated to the added stripes and sea stories but so too were the tourist and families who visited the Yard and PORTER. Telling tales and talking "history" were CAPT John Cohoon, CAPT Tom Crowley, CAPT Clarke Orzalli (all the way from Maine!), CAPT Terry O'Brien, CDR Dave Brown (a PORTER descendant!), CAPT Chris Wode, Hank Kuzma, Bob Schermund, our Class President Arch Griffin, and the aforementioned CAPT Bob Novak (our Class VP), CAPT Chris Nichols and Ed Reid. Also in attendance were Mary Novak, and Bob and Mary's daughter, Mary Evelyn. Our thanks go out to CDR Spiro and his crew for their hospitality and assistance. It's obvious Ken had a Plebe Year and was taught well by his Firsties. These awards are just the beginning of our sponsorship and support for PORTER and her crew. They are the first of many to come in which we hope to promote leadership and professionalism and help her skipper recognize the personal accomplishments of her crew. To make this worthwhile requires your continued support. Contributions to this cause can be sent to our Class Treasurer, Kevin Liddy, at 55 Knobb Hill Rd, Milford CT 06460-7244.

Well that's about it for now. I'm gonna wrap this thing up and send it out. I hope it's the last column to be sent from Turkey. The 'irons move a lot faster back home so the email moves faster and looking at your emails from my AOL account at home is certainly a heckuva lot cheaper! I've been away so long some folks back at the plant in Stratford, CT, are probably wondering if I still work at Sikorsky.

I heard someone claim they even saw my picture on a milk carton. That's it—time to wrap up the contract negotiations and get home. Besides, fall is just around the comer, football and home games loom and this year 1 have a few tailgater kegs with my name on them! With that I'll see you around the Yard and at the Navy games. Launchin' this column from Spot Four and bustering home!

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Pres: LCDR Sean Gate, USN (Ret.) e: stcate@prodigy.net Sec'y: LCDR John "Wiz" Withers, USN (Ret.) 22445 Bluebird Court, Leonardtown, MD 20650 h: 301-997-1980; w: 301-342-4936 ext 156 e: (h) WithersJ7@starpowernet; (w) WithersJD@navairnavy.mil Class Web site: www.usna79.com Greetings, '79!

Is summer the most fun time of the year or what?

Backyard barbecues, weekend trips, no school buses to slow down commuter traffic...As the saying goes, "It don't git no better'n nis!" Karen and I are enjoying our respective outdoor interests, and occasionally they even coincide! I need to make sure she stays outside as much as possible, because otherwise she has this tendency to watch the Saturday marathons of "Home Time" and come away with ideas. And I don't care how easily Dean and Robin can do it, it never goes that way in real life!

We recently bought all new external light fixtures for the house. Replacing the existing fixtures was relatively painless. The challenge came when we decided to add two additional lights to the outside of the garage. And of course, one of them needs to be switched from either inside the house or inside the garage. I don't care how carefully you measure and how many outiines you draw: you eventually reach that moment of trath where you have to drill a big hole in the side of your house! And then you really find out the accuracy of your measurements, how square your walls are, how dull your bits are, etc. But all the lights are now up, all operate correctly, and best of all, Karen and 1 still speak to each other! That's not to say that there weren't a few moments where we each "sought our own space," but things quickly became hunky and dory once again! (However, just yesterday 1 saw her examining the gutters...)

Many of you are responding to my blatant pleading for news and mail, because my electronic inbox is seeing some real action these days. Your Classmates thank you—even I don't want to read 2,000 words about what Wiz Withers has been up to lately! So let's get right to the good stuff! On top of the pile this month is an email from our resident boxer Mike Pedersen (30) (MDPedersen@aol.com): Hi Wiz! Just received the April issue and thought I'd take you up on your request tofillyour mailbox with an update. 1 retired from the Marine Corps two years ago. The year spent at NAPS "ranning in place"finallypaid off! Served nearly my entire career in the cockpit (F-4 RIO, FA-18D WSO) which probably explains why I retired as a Major! Loads of fun, no regrets, and was able to squeeze in 65 combat missions during Desert Storm with "50-yard line, front row seats" as a FASTFAC. Got martied to Elsa while stationed at Kaneohe in Hawaii. We have three kids, spread out in ages, that keeps us busy. Spent the last few years of active duty at Miramar with MAG-II Operations.

Following retirement, 1 worked at SAIC in San Diego for six months until a sales rep position opened up with a small pharmaceutical company.

They offered me the Southwest area of Florida and I jumped on it instantly! We bought a home in Cape Coral on a canal with access to the Gulf of Mexico. Figure it's abouttimethat I finally utilize all that YP training, so we are currently shopping for a boat to park in the backyard.

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pany Classmates via email and the annual Christmas letters. Was able to rendezvous recently with Chris Bentley and his wife Lyn up in Iowa where they now live. "Bent" is managing an account with a spice company called "Tones" (I think!) up there in the heartland of America. "Bent" said that "Iowa is a place to grow" but I don't think he realized that the saying really refers to the com! We needed "Welchie" and "Brosie" there to complete a full "roommate reunion."

Hey, thanks a lot for the "Dirty 30" news, Mike!

I too chose the "all-cockpit" career and had an absolute blast. That route may not necessarily lead to longevity, but it sure was a fun ride while it lasted!

And speaking of 30th Company, I ran into Scott Bruce and Judd Knecht at the 20th last fall. Scott had just retired from the Navy, and Judd was planning to retire, well, sometime around now. Perhaps they'll each take a couple minutes and drop me an email (hint, hint!).

on the vessel's foremast symbolize the trae spirit of the Class of '79. He summed up his current status thusly: I remain here at USNA teaching physics and astronomy, hunting galaxies in my free time, and generally dealing with mathematics no sane man would approach; (I) expect to be here another year—then I'll have to find a job of some sort.

Let's see, what kind of resume would Dr Whiting be able to place on the street? College professor, Ph.D., galaxy-namer, '79er Seems to me that his biggest problem would be narrowing down all the options to a "reasonable" number, say 17 or so.

Thanks for the note and photos, Al!

Next up is a tron-o-gram from "Fun One's" Skip Steinwedell (2096 Buena Creek Road, Vista, CA 92084-7701; 760-727-2875; steinwedell@home. com). Skip and Barbara are settled now in sunny Southem Califomia, and it sounds as though most of their time is spent raising their brood: Nicole, Marie, Joseph, Joy and Faith. Skip included the following great news: I just got a job with OfficeFumiture.com as the production support manager in charge of keeping their Web site up 24x7x365...One of those jobs where if everything goes great, the man that hires me gets the attaboy, and if not, I step up to the plate, thank you. But I get the chance to work with systems and software on the cutting edge of Web and "dot-com" world, in a growing (by leaps and bounds) company, with less than 60 employees and probably growing to over 200 in less than a year. They did over $900K last month and have been profitable for 4 years. Maybe going public sooner than later: I know nothing! I am getting to work on a new ERP (Enterprise Resources Planning) implementation using Oracle financials and Broadvision with some pretty cool equipment for Sun Microsystems.

Anyway, all you Classmates who need office furniture for home or office, go to www.officefumiture.com and check us out. We have cheap prices, direct relationships and systems integration between the manufacturers and shipping agents, and can even, for a small fee, set it up for you...I have liked what I have seen. I work for a former Marine sergeant, sharper than a tack, even wrote some logistics programs for USMC. He told me he wanted a "zero" to pick on— payback (smile). Keep encouraging those still faithfully serving our country that there are those of us who are former Marines and Sailors who care, respect what they do, and pray for them consistently.

Good on ya. Skip! I always admire someone who takes responsibility when things aren't going well.

It's an attimde that needs to retum to the fabric of the American culture. And I wholeheartedly echo your sentiments toward all those who remain on active duty. Thanks for the update!

In our modem era of "You-Know-Who's Information Superhighway," most of the mail I receive is either electtonic or comes in envelopes with those little plastic windows, if you get my drift. The rest is mostly made up of "stealth cash solicitations" that are colloquially referred to as "wedding and graduation announcements." So I was pleasantly surprised to receive an actual hand-written note from The Professor himself, Al Whiting (26) (whiting@nadn.navy.mil). Al included a photo of Scott Belanger (26) and himself at the 20th, plus a "golden oldie" from Youngster Year's ship constraction and stability class (hmmm, must have missed that one!). He contends that the skull and crossbones

Al Whiting and Scott Belanger at the 20th

Tom Amirault, Dave Meeder and Tim Mulcare with THE SPIRIT OF '79

Going back to the electtoiuc inbox, here are a couple of quick notes from our east and south coasts.

First, from Larry Kihlstadius (12) (LKihlstadius@ staffmark.com): Just a littie update on the family Kihlstadius.

Ronnie, Sierra and Evan joined me on our big moving advenmre from Atlanta to metro NYC. We are now train people! Our new address is: 82 Pine Sti-eet, Chatham, NJ 07928; (w) 212-2713939 or 973-410-1776.1 am die Northeast VP for a billion dollar staffing company called StaffMark.

Call me or visit the Big Apple. Phil McConkey says everyone is welcome at his place!

Then a follow-up from Pete Husta (20) (p: 504385-3699): Wiz, Congrats on the new title. Ken is a hard act to follow, though. I must have just missed you in Gulfport. I spent two years as the CO of MIUW 212, which is manned and operates out of CBCG. I'm a SELRES guy now. My current recall has me at AFSOUTH/CNE in Naples on tiie CinC's staff. Frank Coble, USMC, (14) is the military advisor here, as well. Caught up with Roger Rose, USN, (2) just recently. He's at USDAO Tel Aviv.

Amazing how the older we get, the easier it is to mn into one of us along the waterfront.

I get home in September My wife. Murphy, and I have thrown the anchor out, finally, in Morgan City, LA. Lovely town in the heart of Cajun country. If you get back our way, the door's always open to Niner's visiting Acadiana. Don't forget to congratulate our active and reserve 06 selectees!

Wonder who gets first flag from amongst us all.

Thanks, guys! And Pete, you are so right: Ken left some big shoes to fill! I'm sorry I missed you Shipmate, July-August 2000

during my year in Gulfport. If business takes me down to tiie "Guff Coast" (and it just might!), I'll let you know!

This montii's installment of "'79ers in tiie News" comes via a link I received to an article from the 26 April 2000 edition of The Business Wire. Under the headhne, "DigiPlex Announces Senior Management Appointments," we leam the following about Don Hubbard (18): DigiPlex S.A. (DigiPlex), a pan-European operator of carrier-neutral Information Technology (IT) Megacenters, announced today the appointment of three new members to its senior management team.. .Donald Hubbard, chief financial officer of DigiPlex, is responsible for the finance and corporate development function. Prior to joining DigiPlex, Don was a senior officer in Morgan Stanley's Technology Group in London where he focused on the convergence of the Intemet, wireless and wireline telecommunications and media industries in Europe. He has 11 years of experience in public and private equity and debt financings, mergers and acquisitions and strategic partnerships, with a recent emphasis on Europe. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Don was the head of the Intemet and software group for Warburg Dillon Read with a primary focus on Europe. From 1993 through 1998, Don was part of the mergers and acquisitions group as well as the private placement group with Alex. Brown & Sons. Don also worked as an attomey in the mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance areas with Wilmer, Cutier & Pickering in Washington, D.C. In a prior career focus. Don was an officer of the U.S. Navy SEALs after receiving his bachelor's of science degreefromthe U.S. Naval Academy in 1979.

Once again I am reminded of the exttaordinary caliber of the guys in our Class. Outstanding job, Don. Keep at it! If you can carve out a couple minutes from your hectic schedule, I'd enjoy hearing about the new job!

And so, boys and girls, it's time to take the tennis shoes off, put the stteet shoes on, and retum to Mr. Wiz's neighborhood. But before I go, in lieu of singing the "My Neighbor" song (I can hear the groans of disappointment!), I'll leave you with the July-August historical tidbits. On 5 August 1864, ADM Farragut uttered those immortal words, "Damn the torpedoes, full steam ahead!" while charging up Mobile Bay. (During that battle, the Admiral had positioned himself in the rigging of his ship to obtain a better view of the assault. He later had to be tied there because he suffered from vertigo.) Two years earlier, on 7 August 1862, President Lincoln attended an artillery demonstration by CAPT John A. Dahlgren, who would later command the Navy Yard in D.C. and invent the Navy's Dahlgren gun. But there is another event that currentiy is not well known, but in time will likely prove to be especially significant. 7 July 1975: the Class of 1979 is inducted into the U.S. Naval Academy.

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Pres: Tim Kobosko Sec'y: CDR Joseph A. Grace Jr., USNR 15 Allard Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70119 h: 504-486-9040; w: 504-539-9255 f: 504-539-9257; e: jgrace@notc.org Class Web site: http://www.USNA1980.org

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Pres: Robert D. Ravener Jr. 190 Bennetts Farm Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877 h: 203-438-0867; w: 914-767-6127 e: THERAV5@AOL.COM Sec'y: Dave Ciccarelli 38484 SorgumCourt, Purcellville,VA20132-3738 h; 540-882-4225; w: 703-416-0153 e: chicsan@aol.com

Reads great! Less filler! Reads great! Less filler!

What is it? It's the new Shipmate Column Lite with one third less input than your regular column.

Where is it? Here. In your hands. Now. And you were wondering why you smacked yourself in the face with the mag when you picked it up. You were expecting something heavy, but n-o-o-o-o-o-o-o!

It was unexpectedly light. Don't believe me? Do this. Stand right here on this word and look at the end of the column. See? You don't even have to squint. It's just down the page. Word count, Mr Editor? No problemo! We'll be under IK this month. Too bad 1 can't bank 'em for the future. No pix. No fluff. No rock 'n roll lyrics. No 19th Century English lit. No stream of unconsciousness. Just the straight skinny and I do mean skinny.

First off, Classmates on the AP news wire. At a ceremony commemorating the 58th anniversary of the Battle of Coral Sea ("Scratch one flattop!" Remember?), Pete Gumataotao read a message from President Clinton praising Australia for setting a precedent for regional cooperation by leading the East Timor mission. The connection? The Coral Sea victory kept the supply lines to the Aussies open in the early part of the Pacific campaign. G'Day, Pete.

Second off, job changes. In April, Tom Jacob (tomjacob@raytheon.com; (w) 301-794-5111) moved to Raytheon Technical Services in Lanham, MD, where he is now director of business development. The combination of a promotion and a shorter commute was too hard to refuse.

Joe Dauplaise has orders to be a USNA BattalIt's been a great first 25 years, guys! I'm looking ion Officer, reporting in July. See you at the next forward to reading (and, for at least a short period, gater, Joe. writing) about our individual successes and accomThird off, new Raul Vera address: 13948 plishments. Have a great summer, and I'll be back Esworthy Road, Damestown, MD 20874. in September â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Wiz Last off, from the "long losf' file, Chris Pierson Omnes Viri! (xo@subasenlon.navy.mil) is XO of SUBASE New London.

Admin Notes Homecoming dates: 21 Oct. 2000 (Rutgers), 13 Oct. 2001 (Rice), 28 Sept. 2002 (Duke), 25 Oct. 2003 (Delaware), 30 Oct. 2004 (Delaware). Proi^'eCitzL OCCtXM^jln/U^UOUA/ posed: 17 Sept. 2005 (Boston College) or 05 Nov. 2005 (Tulane). '^AOP^AuteAy (AAAA^</tAJAA-vxA/U/(:/t/CrUhe'i What? That's all? But it can't be all. I live for this column each month. My life revolves around Call 410-263-4448 for information. its very anticipation. No, it is my life. No column, no life. Get a life.

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Sorry, boys 'n girls. It was a "lite" month. Still, we could sit a spell and chat. Wife's doing fine.

Kids are out of school, eating, swimming and arguing. Commute's still long. Did Silas Marner, The Martian Chronicles and The War of the Roses on Books on Tape recentiy...Yeah, Western Canon 'n stuff. Paved the driveway. Winter's comin'. Still can't quite crack a hundred on the links, but I keep going back for more. In a word, same old same old.

What's that you say? You like the heavy column better? So do I. This lite stuff leaves you so, well, so unfulfilled, so wanting, so empty. What to do...what to do...

Here's an idea. Company reps (you know who you are) dig me up some news from a Classmate from whom we've not heard in a long while. You know, one of those "off the edge of the Earth" types.

Jab 'em. Push 'em. Cajole 'em. Squeeze 'em for input. Then we can look forward to at least 36 paragraphs of real data come Labor Day. Until then, I remain your faithful, but empty and unfulfilled Class Secretay.

Later, Chic

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Pres: Maj T. Gordon Thomson, USAFR e: president@usna82.org; h: 804-360-8448 Vice President: Matt Moury e: vicepresident@usna82.org; h: 410-263-7640 Treas: CDR Terry Benedict e: treasurer@usna82.org h: 703-913-7183; w: 703-607-1036 Business Sec'y: Dan Proulx e: businesssec@usna82.org h: 410-280-5282; w: 410-293-6884 Corr Sec'y: LCDR Greg Eisman 2721 Buckhom Oaks Drive, Valrico, FL 33594-4202 e: correspondingsec@usna82.org Class Web site: www.usna82.org Greetings, '82! John Fernandes (33rd) here for my second column. My email box has certainly filled up in the two months since the last column was submitted. Stop by the Web site (www.usna82.org), where this column is posted, see our new look and read this column online. Tom Pax (12th) is continuing to improve and automate the site. It is a gradual process that frequentiy takes a back seat to our paying jobs and family life. I have fallen somewhat behind in keeping your info current. Hopefully, it will be back up to date by the time you read this.

Gordon Thomson, Tommy Gartison at Air Force Game

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First up is a note from our Class President, Gordon Thomson (12tb): Dear '82ers, I wanted to bring you up-to-date on the latest Class news. The capital campaign continues, but at a rather slower pace. Our commitment is $300,000, which will be a split gift between the Center of Excellence for Leadership and the new Preble Hall Museum exhibit. We have approximately $ 180,000 in pledges and funds. If you have pledged, please fulfill those in a timely manner.

We actually make more money on our contributions through investment interest on the balance in our account. What can be done to complete the remaining obligation? First, please contact the Alumni Association either by phone or www.usna.com to update all addresses and phone numbers. We have been unable to reach almost 350 members of the Class. This not only impacts the capital campaign, but prohibits us from forwarding information on tailgaters, reunions, and other Class news. Also, please go to the Class Web site at www.usna82.org and update your information with John Fernandes (33rd). Second, please contact Rich Clyborne (1st) (rich.clybome速 usna.com). Matt Moury (19th), or myself if you want to start pledging. We'll make sure the right folks contact you. Every contribution counts to enhancing the Midshipmen's experience.

Our funds are being used already. The ribbon cutting ceremony for Preble Hall occurred on 26 April with Matt Moury (19th) and his wife, Jan, Rich Clybome (1st), and myself and my wife, Audrey, representing the Class. The exhibit is very impressive and well worth a visit. The Alunmi Web site at www.usna.com featured some pictures of the event. Also, our Class has committed to producing two leadership videos. The lesson plan calls for situational scenarios in order to provoke thought and discussion. These videos may also be used for seminars that bring in outside corporate and govemmental leaders for leadership training.

Bill Dawson (25th) is curtently finalizing the plans for LASSEN (DDG-82) leadership award. The winner will be presented with a savings bond valued at $1,000 and his or her name placed on a plaque. The plaque will have the ship's crest as well as ours. LASSEN is due for delivery on the West Coast in Febraary 2001.

During the past two months I have ran into a few Classmates at the Class Presidents and Board of Tmstees meetings. It's always a great pleasure to see everyone! Rich Clybome (1st) is curtently working full time as a fundraiser in the development program of the Alumni Association and very much enjoys his job of visiting Alumni around the country. John Scuteri (36th) resides near Philadelphia and is a principal with Hirtle, Callaghan, and Co. The investment firm handles the Alumni Association's funds, and John represents it during the Board of Trastees meetings. Bob Rubin (23rd) is president of his own technology management corporation, called Program Advancement Group, located in San Diego. Bob is the president of the San Diego Chapter and would like to hear from any Classmates in the area, including Dana Moss (12th). Linda Postenrieder (33rd) is secretary of the San Francisco Chapter and is on the lookout for local Classmates.

The Class is expected to sponsor about three tailgaters this year. Dan Proulx (31 st) is working the details and is looking for local Annapolis area Classmates who are willing to help. Surf our Web site for details.

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Finally, I have a few observations to share with you. The Naval Academy continues to graduate a great junior officer who is capable of handling all the challenges she or he will face. I believe the qualifications the appointees have upon high school graduation are better than what we had.

The Midshipmen are continuing to excel with an Academy that consistently evolves its programs to train and equip the future leaders of the Navy.

Our monetary and volunteer contributions are what allow the Academy to maintain a margin of excellence. The Alumni Association continues to be the focal point for fundraising and advocating those projects and programs the Naval Academy needs to be a superior institution. It also supports many programs for Alumni and is an excellent source of information, whether one is still on active duty, about to retire, or retired. Stay informed and please feel free to contact me or another Class officer if you have any questions. It's a great pleasure to represent the Class.

From Dan Proulx (31st) some info on the fall tailgaters: The plan is for three tailgaters the first, third, and final home games. We will be at spot 34, alongside Cedar Park Road. A tent, tables, chairs, food and drink will be provided. Adults will be $5 and kids (13 and under) will still be free. The intent is to maximize the number of local folks attending. Pictured are Gordon Thomson (12th) and Tommy Garrison (12th) from last year's Air Force Game showing off a USNA '82 license plate. Go Navy!

Bits and pieces of Classmate news: My wife ran into Tom Logue (3rd) at the NEX recently.

He was voluntarily mobilized from his Reserve stams last July and now has a two-year stint teaching calculus at USNA. John Vena (30th) is living in the Detroit area, and working for Northwest Airlines. He's married with two littie kids. Dave Dinkins (4th) is with Bank of America, working in the Global Corporate & Investment Bank. He lives in Fort Mill, SC, just across the state line from Charlotte, NC. He has four children (David Jr (II), Michael (9), Elizabeth (5), and John (3)).

Like most of us parents, when Dave is not at work, the kids' activities seem to consume all his free time. Steve Acalin (8th) flew P3s out of Barbers Point. He got out in 1990 and has been with Delta ever since. He lives near Atlanta with most of the other Delta people and curtently flies the LlOll, but only to Honolulu. Life is tough. Since Delta is in the process of retiring all their 1011s, he'll have to shift to a different airplane next year.

Steve's been martied for 15 years and has two girls, II and 8. There are a lot of '82ers at Delta, including Steve Cooksey, Jim Akiyama, and Russ Gentry from 8th Company.

Joanne (Cerasuolo) Fry (11th) (jtfry@glasgowky.com) checked in with the most recent news from out in Kentucky.

I just graduated from Westem Kentucky University with a master's in secondary education. I teach mathematics at Glasgow High School in Glasgow, KY. How did a girl from New York end up here? Well, my husband, John, works for the National Park Service at Mammoth Cave National Park. If anyone is planning a summer trip out this way, I would love to hear from you. Life here is pretty good. Glasgow is a great place to raise kids.

We have two: Jessica (9) and Melissa (5). We are about halfway between Louisville, KY, and Nashville, TN. I don't run into many Classmates way out here, but I'd like to stay in touch.

Ken Carodine wrote: I just celebrated my eleventh year in Texas (Dallas-area). I'm the manager of the Center of Excellence and Technical Consulting for MetaSolve Software, Inc. in Piano, TX. We produce a software product for the telecommunications service industry. I've been in information technology for about eight years now, mostly in software development, consulting and management. Texas has

been great so far. I got my M.S. in IT from the University of Texas five years ago and life hasn't really slowed down since. r ve got two kids now, Andrew Kenneth (9) and Victoria Grace (7). Both are actively involved in school and sports, and generally spending their inheritance now.

I'm still in the Reserves, serving as CO, COMINEWARCOM Det 107. Paul Eichelberger and Steve Rapp traveled from the furthest regions of the world to attend my change of command almost two years ago. I stay in regular contact with them. Steve is traveling the world for Cap Gemini as a principal consultant. Paul is with Coming, working remotely in the D.C. area and going back to graduate school at Johns Hopkins. I'll be relieved in October of this year and have no idea what's next.

And finally, my first fiction novel is being published in May. All the Tea is a techno-thriller set in the South China Sea that pits a Navy officer against Chinese spies determined to steal the secrets of the world's first viable nuclear fusion reactor. As you can guess, we're pretty excited out here. While it won't hit the stores until late May or June, the publisher already has detailed information about it on their Web site: www.timberwolfpress.com.

We'll wrap up this edition of Shipmate with news of my old roommate Doug Otte (33rd) who deployed with JOHN C STENNIS as XO of the "Fighting Yellow Jackets" of VAQ 138. He joined the squadron back in early April of '99, just as it was heading off to the Aviano Air Base in Italy to take part in the Kosovo action. Since he didn't relieve until 22 May, he got to hang around and fly as a squadron E C M O for six weeks before he really had a job. The JOs and troops were really wondering who this extta 0 - 5 was, like two weren't enough.

His outgoing Change of Command is scheduled for 31 August. After returning from Aviano on 3 July of last year, he hasn't spent a full month at home since. Sounds like a port visit in Perth, Austtalia, is a well deserved break.

May you always have fair winds and following

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Pres; CDR James H. Flatiey IV, USN 8506 Crowley Place, Alexandria, VA 22308-1822 e: CGFLATS@aol.com Sec'y: L C D R Richard F. Woodford Jr., USNR 7329 Crestleigh Circle, Alexandria, VA 22315 h: 703-313-4170; w: 202-653-7188 e: (h) richard.woodford@abanet.org Class Web site: http://class-act-usna83.org Ahoy, Class Mateys! Welcome to the "summer swimsuit" issue. For the Swimsuit Pictures, I refer you to pages 617, 619, 707, 711, 718, and 577 of the 1983 Lucky Bag. Thanks to Frank Shaffer, Geoff Brandquist, Andy Griffith, Rich Wileman, and James Whitesides, for having the vision to participate in the 2000 Summer Swimsuit Issue.

"Crack" open the book, you'll see what I mean. By the way James, where are you these days? Please check in M r Whitesides.

I am pleased to report that on 6 June, Mike Keating (formeriy of 9th Co.) got a shot at being a "Millionaire." In case you missed the episode when it aired, here's the story, sttaight from "Keat" himself: Aloha friends.

For those who don't know, I was invited to participate as a contestant on the show "Who Wants to be a Millionaire." After passing two rounds over

Shipmate, July-August 2000

the phone two weeks ago. ABC flew Stacey and I to New York City last Tuesday, 23 May for die taping on the 24th. We were picked up in a limo at La Guardia and taken to the Hotel Empire on Broadway and West 63rd, near Central Park. We goofed off in the aftemoon and went to Times Square.

At 6:30 p.m., we had a meeting with a production assistant and the other nine contestants. It really started to hit you when you met the other folks, although they were all great people, you couldn't help but size them up because you know only two of the ten are going to the hot seat! We signed an hours worth of paperwork (they're making trading cards of all the contestants), provided identity verification and were given a t-shirt and $150 per diem.

That night, Stacey and I met Dwight Jenkins and his friend Caroline out for dinner and drinks.

I needed a few beers to take the edge off.. .it didn't help. I also had to go out and buy another shirt because they don't allow white, black, pastels, stripes, or logos...basically my whole wardrobe!

The next moming. the contestants and our companions boarded a van for ABC carrying our onair clothes. I can only describe our arrival at ABC as something similar to what the Apollo astronauts went though prior to a moonshot. The hype surrounding this show surpassed even my wildest dreams. Fans on the street were pointing at us as we walked in lines to the cafeteria. Folks taping other ABC shows would step out of their studios to look at us. and folks in the cafeteria were all staring at us. Except for our companions, we couldn't have any outside contact from this point on...no papers, books, phone calls, etc. After breakfast, we all met with our individual producers where they gathered all your personal info for Regis to use in case you made it to the hot seat.

Regis' own producer interviews you at the end to put all the loose ends together...needless to say, they all enjoyed many of the stories I provided (of course, only the ones appropriate for prime time!).

Around 10:00 a.m., we went down to the set to get briefed by a legal person and Michael Davies, the executive producer. Michael was great, he's from Scotiand and around 40...I wondered how he got that job! He told us Regis doesn't know the answers, can't pronounce things and that it usually takes two hours to shoot the 40-minute show.

He also said that there's a 30 percent clutch factor when you're in the chair, even on the simplest questions...he is s-o-o-o-o-o right!

When he finished, we conducted a five-question fast finger practice round. I was stoked in that the fast finger buttons looked exactly like a piece of Navy gear from the P-3 TACCO station same buttons and all! My only thought was that all that wasted time in the back of the plane pushing buttons might actually pay off! I won the first practice question...which really boosted my confidence. A dude two down from me won the second, I won the third, and (the same) dude won the last two. It served to totally psyche everyone out and my confidence was soaring! Three or four of the other contestants were totally overwhelmed by the gravity of it all and couldn't even get an answer out during the practice (or the actual show).

The lady next to me almost had heart failure during the whole thing so I was afraid I might have to perform CPR in front of 30 million viewers!

We then proceeded backstage to change and go to make-up. It was here that we met the "carry-over" contestant in the hot seat from the previous show.

He was great and we treated him like royalty, pumping him for all the gouge. Fifteen minutes prior we lined up behind the audience while a comedian and Regis entertained the crowd. Regis then came over and met us. Let me tell you, the whole thing is really starting to hit right now. They introduced all of us to the audience where I provided, according to Stacey, a classic "Nicklaus headwave." None of this is on film yet...in fact, the show is heavily edited so I'm not sure what

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will show up on TV. We all line up behind our chairs, mine is number ten, then Regis walks out with the carty-over guy to open the show. It was nice to have a littie time before jumping into the first fast finger question, but it all seemed to go by in 15 minutes. I sit right behind Regis' left shoulder. I totally blocked out the music, lights and cameras and don't remember much about that aspect of it because it can easily overwhelm you.

In fact, you can feel yourself start to slip into a torpor and you have to convince yourself that Regis is just another dude telling stories around the Sports Day bonfire! The carty-over guy went to $64k, then Regis introduces us...this is where they show your name and hometown and you wave for the camera. Unfortunately, I was the second one introduced and I missed the cue...I was going off Regis, but I couldn't hear him over the noise of the crowd, by the time I looked up, the camera was well past me...so your first shot of me will probably be me looking down!

The first fast finger was "Put these TV servants in order they appeared earliest to latest." I'm hoping for Hazel, Alice...but I get Lurch, Belvedere, Geoffrey and someone else.. .1 guessed quickly but was wrong. Only two folks got it right. The dude who won (not the guy who won three practice questions!) goes a long time to $I25K. During a break, an assistant producer tells us the next fast finger question will be the last one.. .my head sunk in classic bum style. I couldn't believe it was going to end so quickly! The question comes... "Put these TV children in order they appeared earliest to latest." I was hoping for Cindy Brady, but I get Jennifer Keaton, Pebbles Flintstone, Claudia? and Moesha.

I knew the first two, guessed on the order of the last two and hoped for the best. As they read the answers, one by one, I was stoked to see I got it right. I then saw only two of us got it and I tried to see who was faster.. .then my name started flashing! I can't describe to you the elation of that moment as I get up to shake Regis' hand and jump in the hot seat. It was all unbelievable. One thing I noticed were the loud "Go Keats!" catcalls from Danny Evans and his fiancee Lisa who were there in the audience...it was drowning out all the "We love you Reg" yells! At this point, the phone-afriend lifelines are called to ensure they know you're in the hot seat. I can imagine it was exciting and nerve wracking for them as well. I'd like to thank my sister Leslie, Tom Modly, Matt Hamilton, Mike Makovitch's wife, Elizabeth, and Eric Pihl '89 for standing by. I really appreciate your help.

Now, they move Stacey to the "over-the-shoulder" seat, do her make-up and I confer with Regis on what we're going to discuss. Believe me, this was all as surteal as it sounds! During a break, I did call Regis on that Notre Dame 4th and 11 with 33 sees against Navy last year, where ND gets eight, they give them a first down anyway and ND goes on to score and win. He admitted Navy should have wo«.'_He's also coming to Orlando for the ND-Navy game in October and will stop by our tailgater!

Anyway, we go through the $2K question when the show ends. Tom Doughty '82...I had to use the audience lifeline on a wine question! I thought of you! Now, I have to wait around for the evening taping and I go back to the dressing room to meet the ten new contestants.

Now, I'm the one being pumped for information...after a few hours we go back down to do the next show and I open with Regis...you all will enjoy this because there was a lot of onair discussion (mostly about the Navy) with Stacey, Regis and 1.1 get through the $4 and $8K questions, then I read the $16K..."What product was banned from TV advertising in 1971?" The choices were hard liquor, cigarettes, the pill and something else I don't remember.

I was bummed about how hard I had to think about this.. .the 30 percent clutch factor was defi-

nitely in effect. In my mind, I remembered cigarette ads (Virginia Slims/Marlboro man) as late as 1975 (high school), so I eliminated that one from consideration. I was leaning toward hard liquor, but the pill was a real distracter. I wasn't sure when that was banned, and I thought it was around 70-71. I took the 50-50 lifeline and it left hard liquor and cigarettes...I jumped on hard liquor and missed it!

It was like jumping off the cliff! If Ihad doubted that cigarettes were before '75, I probably would have used the phone-a-friend lifeline, but, oh well... I won a thousand and had a free trip to New York! We were really bummed right after I missed it, but then the other eight folks who didn't make it to the hot seat came up to congratulate me...I guess it's all just relative bum!

One thing. Regis and Michael Davies wanted to know why I didn't wear my uniform and I told them it never came up in the pre-briefs. My plan is write a thank you to the production company and offer to wear the uniform if they invite me back for a "Military Championship" on Veteran's Day. Again, thanks to Dwight and Caroline for a great night out, Danny and Lisa for being super supportive in the audience, and Tom, Matt, Leslie, Elizabeth and Eric for being lifelines. Also, thanks to all of you for the prayers and moral support. I guess the Stones won't be playing Matt's backyard after all! If you want additional details my home number is 407-903-7277, work 407-380-4241.

Here is more on the Millionaire experience, brought to us by the perspective of Dan Evans: Hi all—I promised Keats I'd let him tell the story because it was definitely more exciting from his perspective. I do have to tell you that Keats was the man that day. I'm not sure what you'll see on TV, but if Keats was the least bit nervous— he didn't show it. Regis asked him what exactly it was that he did for a living and Keats launched into a great explanation, filled with great acronyms that I can't even remember—Regis was eating it up. I caught Keats attention between shows and he gave me the Keats "Aloha wave" (I'm sure there's a real name for it)—I hadn't seen the dude since our graduation but knew right away some things never change!

Keats got Lisa and me onto the set but there were no seats, so we were put in what they call the overflow area. Basically sat in front of a big screen TV and watched Keat's fast finger round from behind the set. As soon as 1 saw Pebbles in the question, I knew he was in. The parents of one of the other fast finger contestants, were sitting right in front of us and were seriously bummed when we jumped up screaming for Keats! I'm not sure if was because we hit them in the head or because they had flown all the way from Seattle and had to sit in the overflow section!

As soon as Keats made it to the hot seat, I grabbed the audience coordinator and told him he had to get seats for Lisa and me in the audience for the next taping. There was about an hour between tapings so Lisa and I went over to Tavem on the Green to make reservations for Keats victory party (not really). On the way out, I saw Keats, but they were guarding him like a rock star—shuffling him back to the green room! I had never met Stacy before, but introduced myself on the set when we came back in. She was nervous and couldn't believe what was really happening.

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That's all for this month. I know that some of you are reading this indoors, surrounded by cool tile and linoleum, so enjoy. As for me, I ' m trying to beat the heat in D . C , shaken not stirred.

Here's the quote for the month to ponder: Gandhi's seven social sins: "Politics without principles, wealth without work, pleasure without conscience, knowledge without character, commerce without morality, science without humanity and worship without sacrifice." These were penned by Gandhi in 1925.

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The Class Act was well represented at the groundbreaking for the new Glen Warner Soccer Facility She was hoping for some sports or music trivia questions 'cause she knew Keats would ace those.

I can only imagine what is was like for Keats because Lisa and I thought it was wild, and we were only in the audience.

Anyway, you can all be proud of Keats—he was great and unfortunately got tripped up on what I feel was an extremely tricky question. Great job Keats, and thanks for getting us in—definitely an experience you (Lisa and I) won't forget soon!

Look forward to seeing you on sports day!

Thanks to Keats and Danny for sharing all the excitement and the view from the hot seat. I hope to see you all there at the Orlando tailgater Our "Orlando Connection," Gerrie Santos (gwsantos@ earthlink.net) writes: For the Notre Dame game, will people send me an email if they are interested in a get-together? I will start to come up with some ideas.

Gerrie also had a couple of news items: On 15 April 2000, I graduated from Crammer Business School with an executive M.B.A. I'm in training to ran a marathon in June to support the Leukemia Society.

Gerrie, congratulations on finishing the M.B.A., and on the successful finish of the marathon, in Florida! If you're inclined to watch Navy Beat Notte Dame live and in person this year, please drop Gerrie a line. W h o knows, you might not get to the hot seat, but you may get to watch a humbled Regis at the Tailgater!

Bob Moran can always be counted on for recovering a few lost Classmates: Rich, I've gotten a few contacts from the "looking for lost '29ers" blurb in Shipmate. Thanks!

Mike LaFreniere and Lindsay Dibler both checked in to say "Hello."

Although Shipmate has started to except digital images, I'm still going through the leaming curve in getting it all formatted. I ask your patience and keep sending me material to work with—I did get some images sent in, so, thanks. They will appear here soon. (Ed's note: For information on digital photos see the Web: www.usna.com/publications/ DigitalPhotoSpecs.)

Marcial D u m l a o ( m a r c d s k y @ r e d s h i f t . c o m , dumlaom@fnmoc.navy.mil) sent in the following update: I have been here in Monterey for two years at FNMOC. {Sec'y Note: no clue what this stands for?) One more year left before transferring. I manage a project migrating their weather applications to new platforms and systems. Getting lots of awesome information tech project/acquisition management experience.

Prior to this job, I was stationed in Guam, as OIC of DISA-PAC Information Technology Center Guam. I also taught undergraduate informa152

tion systems courses for University of MD Asian Division Office—Guam.

I have two boys (Mitchel, 9, and Trent, 4). My wife, Roselle, is an RN and works at a local hospital here in Monterey. 1 picked up mountain biking as a hobby a few months ago, and mountain bike in Fort Ord public lands on the weekends.

Our next 24-hour mountain bike race is in Idyllwild, CA, on 30 Sept. 2000, near Palm Springs.

Maybe we'll put an '83 MTB team together for next year's 24 MTB race at Laguna Seca, Monterey...so all you interested '83 mountain bike thrashers, let me know.

I ran into Jim Evans (12th Co.), at Naval Postgraduate School. We're taking an acquisition course at NPS. Jim should be graduating soon.

Rudy DelRosario (36th Co.) (radolfdelrosario@ hotmail.com) is down in San Diego in the Reserve.

His wife, Lynn, and son, Ian, are doing well.

Alan Manglicmot (36th Co.) (laager® juno.com, navigsr@series2000.com) married back in Oct. '99. Kevin Hale is also out here stationed at the DOD Center in Fort Ord. That's it for now, anyone can reach me by the above email addresses. Take care shipmates and God bless.

Marcial, thanks for the great letter and I will get those images in a future column.

M i k e Rafter (11th Co.) (w: 410-850-7484) sent me a news clipping that his parents had sent to him about Bobby Bianchi. Because of space limitations here, I will have the full newspaper article posted to the Class Web page, but here is Mike's letter: Got this article from my folks in New Jersey and thought you might want to make mention of it in our Shipmate column. The Newark Star Ledger is ranning a series throughout this year where they select a "High School Player of the Century" for each sport in New Jersey. As you can see, for Lacrosse, they have selected our Classmate, Bobby Bianchi. I thought that the rest of our Class might be interested to know this.

Hope all is well with you and thanks for taking the time to put together our column each month.

Thanks to Mike and his parents for sharing the news of this honor for our departed friend and Classmate. Bobby.

Rich, Jim Woods, Turk Powell, and Seamus at Alexandria, VA

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Pres: CDR Steven G. Young, USNR c/o Legg Mason, 600 Washington Ave. Towson, M D 21204; w: 800-368-2558 e: SYoung@LeggMason.com Sec'y: Robin Franke 304 Dreams Landing Way, Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-573-9420; ceti: 410-991-6642 e: refranke@mindspring.com Sec'y: Karen (Malloy) Halverson PSC 450 BOX 487 APO AP 96206-0487 commercial: Oil 822 7916 8342; DSN: (Korea) 736-8342; e: dkhalverso@aol.com Class Web site: www.usna84.com Greetings from Korea. Today I have news from Doug Thomas (TTTDPTKlDS@aol.com) and family who are also here in the Land of the Moming Calm. Doug is currently halfway through a twoyear tour in Seoul where he is working as the Amphibious operations officer, operations division, C/ J3. Prior to this assignment, the Thomas family enjoyed a year in Newport at the War CoUege where Bill S y m p s o n was also a student. Doug reports that besides work, he finds plenty of time to be a spectator at a variety of youth sports activities and school concerts. The Thomas children, Doug (14), Steven (13), and Lisa (10) are all very involved in school and extra curricular activities and are enjoying themselves in the ROK. Doug's wife, Teresa, besides ranning the household and volunteering quite a bit, still manages to squeeze in plenty of shopping time in the famous Korean markets. 1 had the pleasure of getting to know Teresa while standing in an interminable line during the last NEO exercise here. In the hour it took for ten NEO Wardens to scan about six passports through highly technical and evidently very finicky machines, Teresa and I spent the time discussing how to break my new dog of its incessant barking. If the shock therapy doesn't work we're air dropping it over Pyongyang.

Along with the passport scanning devices. That's it from me. Talk to you later Karen.

Hello from Annapolis. Well, another Commissioning Week has come and gone. Unfortunately, the overcast weather put a damper on the Blue Angels' activities for the week, but it has been nice and cool all the same. I received a nice letter from Pete Finney who included a mug shot for inclusion. The following is Pete's letter: Greetings from MOUNT WHITNEY (LCC20/JCC 20) somewhere off the coast of North Carolina on a warm and sunny May morning. I'm on board for my two weeks of annual reserve training and underway in support of Joint Task Force Exercise 02 (JTF-EX 02). While on board, I've had the good fortune of serving with five other Classmates, both active and Reserve, who are also supporting the exercise and we thought we'd get together and send you an update, before the moment slipped Shipmate, July-August 2000

away. The enclosed picture tells it all and the following is a personal update (in their own words) on each of us.

CDR A.K. "Chico" Menedez—"I am a Reservist with the OpNav N86 unit in Washington, D.C. I left active duty in December 1997 to work as a systems engineer for TRW, Inc. and have just finished working on my master's degree in system engineeringfromJohns Hopkins University. I live in Laitfel, MD, with my wife, Trish, and our three boys, Horatio (5), Arsenio (3), and Massimo (1)."

CDR Gary Williams—"I am currentiy the PXO of Fighter Squadron 103 and getting ready to deploy on GEORGE WASHINGTON in June. Cynthia, Valine (5), Logan (2), and I are still living in Virginia Beach, VA, where Cynthia stays busy getting the kids to soccer, swimming and school."

CDR Terry Mosher—"Well Pete Finney has shamed me into submitting my first Shipmate update, so here goes. I am currently the Hag Sec at ComSecondFIt after recentiy completing my XO ride in NORMANDY (CG-60). (I relieved Alex Casimes—a fellow Thirsty Third Company Classmate.) My beautiful wife of eight years, Michelle, and two terrific kids (son, Riley (4) and daughter McKenzie (2)) form the Mosher family. The kids are keeping us busy and Michelle is taking a few years off from being a neo-natal intensive care nurse to chase after the three of us. Career wise, I've been on du-ee Norfolk ships (FF-1085, DDG52, and CG-60), one Mayport ship (CG-53), and I'm still trying to get my wife back to Califomia where I stole her away from while at Monterey (detailers, are you listening?). I'm still having a ball and am looking forward to command in the next couple of years. There, John Nowell, I've written, "your tum!"

CDR Mike Hagan—"In the Navy world, I'm curtenUy working to stand-up a new reserve unit in support of ComSecondFIt (C2F 113). My job during this JTFEX is developing a process to link curtent OPS (J3) and PLANS (J5) that can be supported by the Reserve unit. In my civilian capacity, I'm working with RWD Technologies as an IT consultant in Columbia, MD. My wife, Georgia, and I recently closed on our house in Sykesville, MD, and are looking forward to the fall football season."

CDR Dave Gellene—"I currently work in the Plans Shop on the ComSecondFIt staff. My wife, Ellen, and I have managed to stay in the Norfolk area since 1995. We have two daughters, Claire (9), and Abigail (7). We are looking forward to summer and oiu' neighborhood pool."

CDR Pete Finney—"I am curtently attached to NR ComStrikFltLant 102 (ComSecondFlt's NATO command) and working in operations. My wife and best friend, Sonja, and I live in Plymouth, MA, (America's hometown) and enjoy being near the ocean and a relatively warmer part of New England. Sonja has put her law career and professional ambitions on hold to play full-time mom for our two wonderful children. Our daughter, Margaret (3), and our son, Ryan, who just tumed one, continue to amaze us with their humor and ability to leam. I opted for the easier job and currentiy work in the healthcare field as a physician practice manager at a teaching hospital in Boston."

It is always refreshing to get back to the fleet and witness first hand the commitment to service made by so many talented and hard-working people. It is also a great chance to reflect on how much we have grown, both personally and professionally, over the years. In a few short weeks the Class of '04 will be swom in during a process that we are all so familiar with. When they toss their covers four years from now, we will have a firm perspective on how much history occurs in twenty years...to our Classmates around the globe—have a great summer! That's all for now.

Shipmate, July-August 2000

Lodging and Reunion Headquarters—Radisson Annapolis Hotel (formerly Holiday Inn), 410-2243150 or 800-333-3333. Request the weekend group rate for the Class of 1985 Reunion. Reservations required by 1 August 2000.

Other hotel information: www.visit-annapolis.org Class Memorabilia—We are offering several items for sale before the Reunion, including a denim shirt, several polo-style shirts, cargo shorts, and a golf divot tool. Pictures, sizes and ordering information are available on the vendor's Web site listed below. All merchandise will be delivered before the Reunion if you order by 1 August 2000. Merchandise will not be distributed during the weekend, so please order early. Order directly from the vendor Six USNA Class of "84 Classmates on JTF-EX 00-2 using the link from our Class Web site: onboard MOUNT WnrrNEY; 1 to r: CDR Pete Finney, CDR www.usna85.org, the password and id have been Mike Hagan, CDR Chico Menedez, CDR Teny Mosher, removed. Or, you may reach the 1985 merchandise CDR Dave Gellene, CDR Gary Williams off the vendor's Web site: www.usnaclasstore.com, That's it from this side of the world. Everyone by selecting "USNA Class of 1985." keep the letters and emails coming. I'll see ya'U Schedule: later —Robin Thursday, 19 October 2000

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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 Class Web site: www.usna85.org Hello again. I'm sorry to bring the Class bad news, but here goes. Glen Langford passed away on 24 May 2000 in Corpus Christi, TX. At the time of his death. Glen was about to assume command of SHRIKE ( M H C - 6 2 ) , currentiy commanded by Dan

Derbes. Glen's dad, CAPT John A. Langford '59, wrote an obituary that will appear in next month's Shipmate, so you can leam more details then.

To me. Glen was always "Ace." He roomed with John Walters down the hall from my room, and the two of them were total maniacs. John, of course, had varsity crew—but Ace put the same relentless energy into fieldball. Both of them were committed to academics, which was a requirement for anyone majoring in aero. Ace was also the first devoted Grateful Dead fan 1 ever met—though you'd never have guessed it from his appearance. 1 never saw Ace again after graduation, but he'd been doing pretty well from what I've heard—he'd done Joint duty, and was heading into his first CO billet when be died. Keep his family in your prayers. If I leam more about a memorial fund, or ways to help his family out, I'll let you know.

Reunion 2000 Reunion 2000 is coming and we hope to see everyone the weekend of 20-22 October 2000. If you have any questions, please contact me or any of the committee members listed below.

Here is the schedule and key planning reminders: Registration—Send payment and registration form by 1 August 2000 to: USNA Class of 1985, PO Box 64166, Baltimore, MD 21264-4166. If you do not have a registration form, just send a note with your payment and include your contact information if there are questions.

The events that require advance payment are the golf outing ($60) and the tailgater ($135/grad and $65 spouse/guest, no cost for children).

Football Tickets—Order from NAAA, 1-800US4-NAVY. Request seating with group 303, Class of'85 Reuruon.

7 p.m.-9 p.m.: Earlybird Registtation, Radisson Friday, 20 October 2000 9 a.m.: 1985 Memorial Service, Main Chapel 10:30 a.m.: Class Golf Outing, Bay Hill Golf Course 3 p.m.: Formal Parade 6 p.m.-9 p.m.: Registration and Welcome Reception (Radisson) 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.: Herf Jones available at Reception for jewelry orders 9:30 p.m.: Class Gathering, Riordan's (no host) Saturday, 21 October 2000 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Bus service begins from Radisson to Stadium 9:30 a.m.: Tailgater (location in vicinity of Quonset Hut) 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Herf Jones available at tailgate site for jewelry orders Noon: Navy vs. Rutgers 4 p.m.-6 p.m.: Bus service from Stadium to Radisson 7 p.m.: Tailgate ends Evening free for private gatherings Sunday, 22 October 2000 8 a.m.-noon: Chapel services Points of Contact: Reunion Chair: Tina Higginschristina.j.higgins@mail.sprinLcom (ideas, issues, lodging, etc.); Tailgate: Pat McPherson-ideas@ randk.com; Golf: Paul Rosmilso-paul.rosmilso@ baesystems.com; Troy Stoner-stonerttoy@aol.com; Friday Evening Reception: Mike Stepaniaksubdrivr@sybercom.net; Web master: Alex Kieferkiefer@jm.net; Scribe: Mike Casey-mike @tridsys. com; Memorabilia: Anchor Enterprisesanchor@armapolis.net; Counselor/Latin Scholar: Jim Richardson-jrichardson@warroomresearch.com; CINC Jewelry/Rings: Neysa Slater-Chandlerneysas@dnfsb.gov; Herf Jones Rep: Tom Jonesssinc@erols.com, 800-631-0392; CinCBus: Bryan Caisse-bcaisse@wsadv.com.

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11th Company Update I got a note from Randy Hugenroth who's currentiy serving as X O on TENNESSEE (SSBN-734 Gold) out of Kings Bay. On his first tour, Randy served with Brett Genoble on MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL ( S S N - 7 0 8 ) , then served as an NROTC instractor at the University of Florida. After that, Randy moved to a job as the new construction engineer on HARTFORD ( S S N - 7 6 8 ) . After that, Brett (who was, by this time, at S U P E R S ) detailed Randy to the headquarters staff at Naval Reactors for "probably the best tour I've had so far." Randy's up for his final screen for CO this s u m m e r Randy also helpfully updated me on some of his Companymates: Kevin Best works in Annapolis for the state and is also a law student. Bob Byron is currently XO in LABOON. Craig Crowe is still serving in the Navy and is stationed in D.C. somewhere. Randy saw him in January when he toured Randy's ship with the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State. John Edwards lives in Texas somewhere and is working for an airline company. Brett Genoble is currentiy the Flag Sec for 6th Fleet. He also served on the headquarters staff at Naval Reactors after his JO tour with Randy. He was d e c o m m i s s i o n i n g engineer on CINNCINATI and then post-department head detailer for the submarine community. Before 6th Fleet he served as XO on RICKOVER. He is also currently screened for submarine command. Clay Hull is reportedly an Intel officer, but Randy was unable to find details. Bob Lunifeld is currently working for Intel. Steve Mooradian is working for American Airlines out of Miami. Rick Morgan is working for Boeing. TJ Mulich is at Johns Hopkins working as a mission analyst on a deep space probe (Near Earth Asteroid Rendezvous) project.

Randy also reports that Stuart Munsch completed his Rhodes scholarship and entered the submarine force. Randy doesn't remember what Stu's JO ship was, but he served as navigator on JEFFERSON CITY then as a submarine liaison officer for one of the battle group staffs. Stu then served as X O on TUCSON and is currently serving on CinCPacFIt staff.

Stu was also deep selected by one year to 0 - 5 and has already screened as CO for subs. So once again, p o o r Stu is b a r e l y able to k e e p up with t h e p a c k . . . n o t Since I got Randy's note, I've also received word that Stu, along with Pat Piercey, has been selected as a White House Fellow for this year.

This is an incredibly competitive program...which is pretty much "business as usual" for these two, considering Stu's stint at Oxford and Pat's Burke scholarship.

Randy's 11th Company update continues...

Hank Murphy is curtently working for American Airlines. Nick Olmsted is reportedly serving as an EA to ComFairMed out of Naples. Maurice Perdomo is at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory working as a program manager He left active duty in 1990 but has stayed active in the Reserve. He is attached to USSpaceCom in Colorado Springs on a Joint Space Support Team. Finally, Steve Racine is out of the Marines, recently married, and currently working for Wachovia Bank in Atianta.

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The Web Master Speaks Believe it or not, there's a lot more to Alex Kiefer's life than updating your entries in the Class database and creating content for the Web site.

There's even more to it than counting his AOL-Time Wamer stock gains and giggling.

No, h e ' s had quite the active life these past few years. He sends out these great, conversational letters every couple of years, and his most recent one just popped up in my inbox. In the interests of brevity, I've edited it a little, but here goes: Well, it has been quite some time since I have written one of these letters. Let's start at the beginning and progress chronologically, except for one big item of news that can't wait. I am engaged!

The wedding will be on 20 July in Southem California. Her name is Gisleide and she's from Brazil.

My last letter closed in 1997, after retuming from Jamaica where I attended Robert Quinton's wedding. (Robert and his wife Melanie had a baby girl named Phoebe earlier this year) I had such a great time at the wedding that I sort of extended the party by taking a quick trip down to Miami. A friend of Melanie's (Robert's wife) lives there, and was at the wedding. Robert and Melanie stopped

by Miami at the end of their honeymoon. The four of us had a great time over a long weekend at the end of September I flew back into the newly redone and renamed Ronald Reagan National Airport early in the moming and went straight to work at America Online.

A few people have asked for a description of what I do at AOL. I am a programmer, and I do testing on our networks. I help make sure that the connectivity between AOL and the client's modem is working, and also that the connection between AOL and the Intemet is working. I gather a bunch of data to see how well our systems are working (that is the operational network that connects AOL to other companies). I then make Web pages to display all of this data. Since our network is always growing and changing I always have lots of work to do.

We've recently bought a house in D.C. It is a rowhouse, and was probably built in 1870, the records are not real complete. Things that reach that far back into the past always amaze me. It was built in the time right after the Civil War, in an area that was very affected by the war. There was an addition added to the house sometime later It is a wood frame house in the Federal style. The previous owner had divided the house into two apartments and rented them out. It had been vacant/abandoned for about four years before I bought it. Needless to say it needed some work done on itâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;actually, it cost more to fix than to buy. The process of buying it and fixing it up has been an epic undertaking that took about 14 months.

When we were ready to go to closing one of the owners had a stroke and was in a coma. Well, they could not go to the closing and sign, so a governorship for them had to be obtained. A few days after that was finished, the owner died. It was all very sad, but now we had to go through the will process to be able to close on the house. These two delays held up the closing by five months.

All said and done, my new address is: 1732 10th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20001-5009.

You might ask why I moved in to D.C. at all.

Well, it is actually a pretty nice place these days. I have always lived in the suburbs and wanted to try living in the city. I figured that this was a good place to do it. I don't plan on living here forever, so it is perfect place to experiment.

Well, that's all for now. I hope all is well with you. Hope to hear from you soon.

Other News Steve McAllister wrote in recently, to say that he's living in southern New Jersey with his wife, Tina, and their three children, Stephanie, Steven and Sean. Steve left active duty in 1993 and has been in a Reserve unit (HSL-94) since then. He recently

retumed from Costa Rica where he had been on MoRisoN (FFG-13) in the Pacific doing counter drag ops. Steve's Reserve helo squadron is just over half way t h r o u g h a 6 - m o n t h d e p l o y m e n t onboard MoRisoN. Also in HSL-94 are D o n Selvy, Greg Adams and Wade Burchell. The squadron is going to disestablish within a year and it looks now that Steve will be able to retire when it closes. As Steve says, "I certainly have no complaints since it will be about 16 years and every j o b I have had in the Navy has been in the cockpit: H-3s, H-60s and H-2s." Outside of the Navy, Tina and Steve are selfemployed for the most part and keep busy with the kids and dog (Baron, a German shorthair pointer).

Bruce Kennington, who's sort of double-hatted in our Class and '86, also dropped a line. "Maybe it's not news to you, but I recentiy received word that publication of The Log at USNA was discontinued by the powers that b e . " I don't know if the rest of you knew this (other than Thorn Parham and those of you w h o ' v e been stationed at Annapolis), but 1 think the Log had actually been cancelled quite awhile ago. Since my only two (minor) claims to fame at the Naval Academy were fencing (discontinued) and my stint as Salty Sam (also discontinued), I was beginning to get a little paranoid. But back to Brace: I've heard that Salty Sam lives on through a Web page somewhere, but haven't found it. FYI, I was at a Navy Crew reunion and boat naming on campus at Hubbard Hall over the Memorial Day weekend. The boat naming was for Terry Preble '83, who passed away due to a heart attack. Two of Terry's brothers and other family members were present. Terry's older brother gave a very moving speech; Coach Rick Clothier and others shared memories of Terry. The new boat is beautifulâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; it's the curtent state of the art for the sport, and will be a great tribute.

It was a great tumout. There were about 25-30 Alumni (mostly '83 and '84 grads) present, many from the 1984 IRA Championship crew. Other' 85 friends I rowed with, Bruce Thompson and Pat Piercey, were also present (FYI, Bruce Thompson and I work together with de maximis, inc.).

Unfortunately, John Walters had an obligation with his medical internship (in Florida, I think) and couldn't make it.

Well, that's it for this month. Remember to keep Glen Langford's family in mind. As ever, Mike

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Pres: Daniel H. White e: dhwhite@cablespeed.com; daniel_white @ ml .com Sec'y: Paul Costello 4705 Grainger Trail, Ft. Worth, TX 76137 p: 817-485-8824; e: paulandkathie@compuserve.com Class Web site: www.usna86.org We have a great deal of news to share in this combined July-August issue. Our Classmates have been rallying to resurrect this column after years of absence, for which 1 am grateful (your checks are in the mail). I hope you will seriously reflect on the note from our Class President Dan White. Dan has put in a lot of time on what is perhaps the biggest event to happen to our Class since graduation. We also have news from Classmates around the world.

On to our Class President, Dan White: Hi '86. I'm sure by now you have seen our letter announcing our Class project. (If not, let us know!) I hope that you are as excited as we are

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about USNA picking our Class for the Alumni Killed in die Line of Duty Memorial. We hope that you can support diis important project. Thank you in advance.

Sponsorship of this memorial is a real honor for our Class. Imagine generations of Plebes at chow calls being asked, " W h a t Class sponsored the "Killed in the Line of Duty Memorial?" My friends, we are now of the age where we can all be considered "Yard Gouge." Let's give those squirrels a ran for their money and replace them as the most beloved part of our Academy. Seriously, we have been blessed as a Class to not have participated in any World Wars or Vietnams. Yet, the memories of Classmates like our own Greg McMichael and others, who shared in our daily triumphs and disappointments during our four years along tiie Severn, should be preserved, not just for his family and the other families that have lost loved ones, but for our family, the Class of ' 8 6 . We are who we are because of each other The lessons I leamed from my Academy roommates and friends will last me a lifetime. It is time to show our gratitude to "those we leave behind." When the time comes to lend your support to our Class Project, I hope you will join me and do what is right.

Now I will step off my soapbox and proceed on with some really great updates. I received this email from "Stormin"' Norman Cruz (norman.craz@ indsys.ge.com) the other day: Hello Dan and Paul, how are you? I read your colorful plea for email updates in the April Shipmate and I was very moved! So I resolved to sit down and write you this message as soon as possible.

Where do I start? After leaving active duty I got a job as a field engineer for General Electric.

Even though I am an engineer for GE Industrial Systems, I get farmed-out to other divisions within GE and I provide engineering services for various customers as well. I attended a long training program specializing in large horsepower drives and controls. I did that for a while; however, for the last few years I have been associated with other projects, where I had the opportunity to travel overseas and leam about new technologies and diverse industries. For example I worked on the alarm and monitoring systems for the craise ship MAGIC when she was being built in Italy for Disney Craise Lines and I was on the team that was with her during sea trials in the Adriatic. I had the arduous duty of living six kilometers from Venice and then later in Trieste for the sea trials. MAGIC is one of the ships that makes the ran between Florida and the Bahamas. For the past two years I have been working at GE Nuclear Energy and I am curtently the resident engineer for robotics and controls. Most of the work has been in Japan and in a couple of weeks I will be going back to Japan as part of a team of engineers who will slice-up an old nuclear reactor pressure vessel so that it can be containerized and stored. Because our research and development facilities are in San Jose, 1 moved back to my hometown of Salinas, CA, which is about 60 miles away. My wife, Debbie, and I are both from Salinas and have known each other since we were ten years old. Our families still live nearby and as you would expect, we are very happy here and I don't wish to move any time soon. The long commute to San Jose and back can be pretty bad, especially on Friday aftemoon when everybody is going in my direction trying to get to Monterey for the weekend. To solve this, I sort of mixed business with pleasure. When I was attending the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, I joined the Navy Flying Club and learned to fly. Ever since then I have been an active private pilot. Now, I own a Cessna 172 and when the weather isn't too bad I will fly to ReidHillview Airport in San Jose, then ride my bike the remaining five miles to get to work. I can't tell you how satisfying it is to be able to look-

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down over bumper-to-bumper traffic on Highway 101 and know that I am cutting my commute time in half by doing something I love to do anyway. I can still be seen in uniform once in a while. I affiliated with the Naval Reserve and I am now the XO of a security unit, NR ComSubGra NINE CCC DET 2. Because of the nature of our mission, we look more like Marines than Sailors. We all wear camouflage uniforms and we are all qualified in tiieM-16andM-9.

If any of my Classmates are in the Monterey area and want to hangout and catch-up on things, I am not that far away. I still do my banking at the Navy Federal Credit Union at the Postgraduate School and more than once I have run into old friends while waiting to use the ATM. Moreover, my wife and I are regulars at the Blue Fin Cafe and Billiards in Monterey (they also have other games and live music). I also hang out at the Marina Airport Restaurant (right next to where I tiedown my plane). Ask the proprietor. Bill, about me. In several instances, he has kicked me out of his place at closing time. Debbie works nights at the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula (CHOMP). I know for a fact that most, if not all, of the "Navy" babies in the area are bom there because of the excellent birthing facilities. If any of my Classmates or their families are CHOMP and if they are looking for a friendly understanding person who spent a few years being a Navy wife herself, please don't hesitate to ask for the night phlebotomist, Debbie Craz. She has to make her rounds around the entire hospital anyway and would love to meet you. I'm over there a lot too because I often visit her during her dinner breaks.

Our home phone number is 831-757-5499; pager 888-787-5449; voice mail 925-602-5937. You can also email.

I still keep in touch with Tony Sannicolas because he is also a GE employee. The last time I talked to him he was getting ready to move to Atlanta and work with GE's e-commerce development and product offerings. He, his wife, Marie, and their family had me over for dinner last year when I was attending a class in Schenectady, NY. It was really good to see him and reminisce. However, we actually talked shop mostly because we are both GE employees. He took a different route than I by getting his M.B.A. while still on active duty, then using it to take advantage of some wonderful opportunities with GE. I also keep in touch with Greg Fenton. I had the opportunity to spend the weekend with Greg, his wife, Christine, and their two sons while I was in the Virginia area on business. Greg is being transferted and they are in the process of moving to California, MD. If I can find their last email on my computer at work, I will forward it to you.

For all my old friends out there, I am really sorry for not keeping in touch. Life has been so hectic that for the first time ever, we didn't even send Christmas cards last year Nevertheless, I promise to do better in the future. Take care.

1 think the first time I met Norm, was on a charter flight from San Francisco to Baltimore to report for 1-Day. For many of us it was the first time traveling alone, and to say we were an apprehensive bunch would be an understatement. Riding the bus from the airport down Route 2, the conversations ranged from "I can't wait to major in mech e!" to "What is this humidity thing and will it go away soon?" Both of those questions were adequately answered over the next four years.

Our next bit of news comes from Pete Rodnite.

All Classmates should note Pete's close location to Annapolis. (Can you say, "Homecoming Party"?)

Just wanted to send everyone our new address and telephone number in Maryland. We are digging our way out of boxes at present but visitors are always welcome! We may put you to work though! Our new place is five minutes from the Academy and downtown Annapolis (football

games, McGarvey's, shopping, sailing'.), five minutes from my folks (quality time for Maura with Grandma and Grandpa G), about 15 min from my brother (lots of cousins for Maura to play with) and 45/50 min from my job at the Pentagon (yes I finally got dragged into the black hole but at least my job at NMCC will never have me traveling at rash hour. I tried for the sailing instractor job at the Academy but would you believe, they just wouldn't bite off on giving me the job!). Donna is planning to attend Catholic U this fall to acquire a master's in social work so she will unfortunately have the toughest drive. All and all, we are really pleased and look forward to the next two to three years. As always, visitors are welcome! Hoovers into NAF Andrews come with complimentary pick up service for as many as I can fit in the Explorer or under the hatch of the 944! Make your reservations early for Homecoming! The new address is 28 Old Sturbridge Rd., Amold, MD 21012; 410349-9716. All the best.

Pete, I hope you don't mind, but 1 printed up 500 flyers for a party at your house during Homecoming. They say "16 kegs, live band, no coverV and have a map to your house. I put all of them on windshields at Annapolis Mall to ensure a good tumout.

Actually, I did do that once when my high school teachers were having a faculty party. I am told that the entire town police department was called out to un-jam the 500 or so cars of kids that showed up that night. I'm sorry that sailing job at Annapolis didn't open up for you. That sounds like the perfect duty. Thanks for tiie update, Pete. Just kidding about the flyers.

Next comes an update from a trae "Cadillac" of men, Jim Donnelly. Jim and I led parallel lives dancing through the "season" in San Francisco, and barely escaping from various scrapes. Jim was kind enough one day to take me on a tour of the catapults of THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71). Knowing his finger was on the trigger that deployment, made me feel a whole lot better about being thrown off the bow in my aircraft. Here is Jim's update: Just read the 22nd Company news from Chris OrwoU on the Class Web site. Sorry I didn't participate. We have moved from Oklahoma since giving you our email address there, so I need to update.

I survived the rest of my Shooter tour on CVN71. Managed to keep all the Homets out of the water during one and a half cruises and a full workup cycle. Got right seat tower qualed for fixed-wing ops during the '97 Craise and was Mini Boss in the yards. Had the honor of representing the air department at captain's mast on nearly a daily basis. Overall the ship's company tour was extremely rewarding. CiCi, the four kids and I were sad to leave the Tidewater area for Oklahoma but thankfully only stayed mid-CONUS for a quick two-year tour Somehow 1 managed to survive my squadron department head tour at Tinker AFB and finished my two years there as the aircraft maintenance officer The lowlight of the tour was last year's F5-plus tomado that took out a portion of the base and the adjacent neighborhoods while I was the squadron CDO. Life came to a screeching halt for a week as we tried to care for our sailors and Oklahoma City civilians. I was back for a visit last week, and I could hardly tell that such a disaster had occurted. We are back on the coast in Pax River and loving shore duty. Once I figure out this big NavAir animal, life will be good. For now, we are enjoying the water, seafood and proximity of family and friends. Hoping to see some of the '86 folks during next year's football season. Go Navy!

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Next comes an update from Mark Barth. Mark and I participated in one of the really trae good deals that Annapolis had to offer, a FOREX craise. Neither of us being "bull" majors, we requested a FOREX craise with tiie Hellenic (Greek) Navy. Our line of reasoning was that we stood a good chance of being selected since we doubted that our Class had two fluent speakers of the Greek language.

What followed was the kind of craise most people dream about. It was full of ttavel and new experiences. I'll let Mark fill you in on the rest: It has been a few years since you and I stumbled around Europe on port calls off the Hellenic ship ARIES. TO this day I challenge any Midshipman to match our First Class Craise in terms of the ratio of leisure to professional development. Remember being flagged down on the streets of Brest, France, so that the ship could proceed to the Canary Islands. I could continue for pages, but I won't let these fond memories dominate this whole message.

In 1991, I left submarines and active duty for Bechtel Power Corp. designing changes to nuclear .^ power plants, while working with nuclear weapons in the Reserve. I still work for Bechtel, but now I live in Las Vegas and manage the Nevada test site's experimental facilities that support the nation's nuclear weapons stockpile. In addition, I lead a group of desert sailors destined for Korea should "less certain" conditions arise. My wife, Natasha, is the athletic director at the local catholic school and our three sons enjoy sports and the Las Vegas sunshine. Natasha and I had the pleasure of spending the Y2K new year with Julie and Drew Tanner at The Club at Kiawah Island, SC. We had a wildtimeat a gorgeous place. The open bar and "2000" ice carvings with built-in channels for Absolut shots put a real "cherry" on the event. Good thing that we were sleeping at my inlaws' home on the island.

Mark followed with some very nice comments on the positive direction he sees our Class taking.

Hey, Mark, if you get the chance, ask Drew to send us a couple of sentences on what he's been up to between Absolut shots.

Finally, to show you just how "full service" a Class column we now have, I've included a note from '81 Class Secretary Dave Ciccarelli. He is a recraiter currentiy involved in a search for individuals (officer and enlisted) with P-3 experience either in flying or combat systems. He has opportunities for these individuals in the D.C. and Whidbey Island areas with a govemment contracting firm.

The needs are urgent. If you would like more information on these positions or know someone who might, you may reach him at 703-728-8251.

Well Classmates, I have a "honey-do" list a mile long, and I better get started. Thanks to all of you who are making my job easier by sending me letters and emails with news of you and your families. During the summer months, please consider your obligation to our Class project. This will represent our "mark" on the Academy. Let's make this memorial a fitting and lasting tribute to our fallen shipmates. —Paul Audemus Esse Magnos

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Pres/Sec'y: Tim Wolf RO. Box 87, Annapolis, MD 21404 h: 703-271-0907; e: shipmate87@aol.com Class Web site: http://usna87.com Washington, D.C. I know that almost every column includes some news about Classmates and newborns. And many times I've said that the Class "record" is five kids, which was held by Steve Yoder. For quite some time I thought the Yoders would maintain their status. WeU, J.D. Houck (HouckVII@aol.com) just couldn't let that "record" stand uncontested.

Liz and J.D. welcomed their fifth child, son Maxwell, into the Houck home recently. The remaining Houck children are Charlie, Suzy, Joseph, and Sammy. J.D. is stationed at NSWC Dahlgren, VA. There he works with PMA 282 for the Tomahawk Weapon Control System. His prior tour was on MITSCHER, and he is slated to be Executive Officer of MiLius, a Burke-class destroyer, for his next tour You can contact (and congratulate) J.D. by email.

Jeff Colwell has gamered a unique distinction for our Class. He will be the first Classmate to have a child attend USNA. Jeremy Colwell entered the Academy with the Class of 2004 this summer Needless to say, Alicia and Jeff are very proud.

Jennifer and Mike Lombardo are new parents.

Their son William, was bom in Alexandria, VA, on 4 March.

Also joining the new parent club are Morgen and Doug ten Hoopen. Their first child, daughter Anna, was bom on 31 March. Doug is finishing his tour as operations officer at HSL-44 and will transfer to BtjPERS as the HS/HSL placement officer in August.

In addition, Doug was named the 1999 ComHSLWingLAan Officer of the Year.

While on deployment, helo bubbas Jim Fisher and Dave Fluker crossed paths in Bahrain. Fish was OIC of the SH-60B Det on SAMUEL B .

ROBERTS. Dave was OIC on LAKE CHAMPLAIN. In his

note, Dave added that Doug Blackburn is operations officer at HSL-45. Tara and Doug have two children. Separately, Fish mentioned that Vince McBeth is executive officer of BARRY, which was in the same battlegroup as ROBERTS.

Out in Vancouver, WA, Mike Keller resigned as general manager of the BellTower Brew Pub, which he helped start. Mike is now a silent partner Not a couple to sit around and get bored, Annette and Mike started a home-based business with the Intemet as Excel reps. In other news, Mike added that Tony Prato is flying with Delta AirUnes. Also, Mike Guyer is the marketing director for Intemational Direct Response in Philadelphia. Olin Filyaw works for Goldman Sachs in New York City, where he is a block trader Mike Williams is a U.S. Marshall in Salem, OR. Suni (Pandya) Williams is training with NASA in the astronaut pipeline related to the Intemational Space Station.

Another of Merrill Lynch's finest is Jon Jewell, who works in Grand Rapids, MI. Carol and Jon have three children—Connor, Cuban, and Donovan. Jon noted the over-abundance of Michigan State Spartan fans in the area who think that MSU-Michigan is a big rivalry.

Jon Jewell with his boys Chuck Ferguson participated in an intemational nuclear weapons conference held in Ottawa, Canada, in April.

An email update arrived from Rich Vitaro. He started a new job with Gen3Partners in Boston. Previously, the Vitaro family—wife, Jackie, and daughters Katherine, Elizabeth, and Caroline—was Uving in Cleveland. Look Rich up if you're in Beantown.

In April, Jason Cronin checked in with some news to share. Debbie and Jason became parents on 25 January with the birth of daughter Victoria.

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tour with HS-5 in Jacksonville. His two previous assignments were an exchange tour flying with the Air Force in New Mexico and then as Air Operations Officer with a desttoyer squadron.

Jason noted that Tom Keane joined HS-5 in April. While in Norfolk, the Cronins met with Amy and Russ Clarke. Jason mentioned that Lu and Glenn Stevens are in Corpus Christi, TX, where Glenn flies Hueys and is studying for his M.B.A. Janet and Ed Schofield have two boys in the family now. Son Brady was bom on 8 April and joined brother Logan as the future of Navy water polo.

Tom Graves is leaving his assignment with the Center for Naval Analyses in Alexandria, VA, and is headed back to the fleet. He is slated for executive officer of BOONE in Mayport.

Out in San Diego, Chris Newcomb was promoted within SpaWar. He is now the lead engineer for Global Command and Conttol System—Integrated Imagery and Intelligence. In addition, Chris joined the board of directors for an ebusiness startup called Ryhma.com.

On deployment with the EISENHOWER battie group, several Classmates were assigned to CVW-7. Wes Huey (VFA-136), wrote tiiat Chris Thomassy (HS5), Tony Ferrari (VF-143), Ted Wallace (VFA131), Scott Slater (VFA-131), and John Gasperino (VS-31) were bound for the Arabian Gulf

t.liliiiliii Pictured are fellow IKE no-loads and aging '87ers. L to r: Chris Thomassy (HS-5), Tony Fertari (VF-143), Ted Wallace (VFA-131), Wes Huey (VFA-136), Scott Slater (VFA-131), and John Gasperino (VS-31) A few months back I mentioned that Betsy and Jon Hensley were parents of triplets but did not have their names. The Hensley triplets are David, Michael and Jill.

Bill Angeloni is director, aerospace and defense markets for FreeMarkets, Inc., which is billed as the original and leading B2B eMarketplace. Bill noted that, in May, NavSup conducted a reverse auction through FreeMarkets for ejection seat components and saved an estimated 29 percent over the historical price. This was the first use of an Internetbased reverse auction by the military.

Michael E. Williams provided an update. He is flying B-737s for Continental Airlines out of Newark, NJ. He joined Continental in January 1999, after flying EMB-145s for Continental Express for a number of years. Michael, Cindy, and daughter, Emily, live in Winterville, NC. A number of Classmates caught the photo of Ed lannone in the 17 May issue of USA Today (page 3B). Ed was pictured on the J.P. Morgan trading floor in New York. The accompanying article was about ttading activity relative to the Fed interest rate increase.

For those wondering, after some much appreciated collaboration with other Classmates, we've determined that approximately 275 Classmates are still on active duty (give or take a handful). Obviously this number is decreasing as time goes by.

Percentage-wise, it's around 27 percent. As of May, the breakdown was about 224 Navy, 50 Marine Corps, and one Air Force. Whether you're stiU wear-

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ing a uniform or out in the civilian world, take a moment to provide your update. Believe or not, others are interested in what you're doing!

Again, my sincere thanks to the many of you who have generously contributed to the O'Course project and the Annual Fund.

TTFN. TJW

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Pres: Kennon A. Artis e: Navy88@aol.com Secy: LT Kathleen Toomey Jabs, USNR 4 Laurel Court, Exeter, NH 03833 h: 603-772-5287; e: KJABS@aol.com Hi everyone. Hope you're enjoying summer We're still waiting for spring in New England and I'm still waiting for guest columnists. (Hint, hint.)

First news for all English majors and other people interested in literary fiction, which I hope, is everyone. Remember Molly Tinsley, our creative writing professor? She is now a retired professor emeritus from the Naval Academy and has relocated to the Pacific Northwest, very close by to Professor Jasperson. I was flipping through Poets and Writers magazine and saw her picture announcing she had just won the Ohio State University Press prize for best book in 1999! Her collection of short stories. Throwing Knives, has just been released and she has been on a book tour It would be great if people would ask for the book at their local, independent bookstores. (Okay, not all Democratic tendencies for people raised in Massachusetts will ever be fully erased, even after four years of military school and subsequent service.) Of course, if you're hooked on the Intemet and own stock in large book store chains, you can search for Tinsley on Amazon.com and order the book that way. 1 know she'd love the support and I can vouch that it's a good read!

The next letter is from Ralph Dengler and I apologize for the delay. It came in a fancy lawyer envelope and I assumed it was either a solicitor for taxes or a summons for something I obviously didn't do, and didn't open it. At least, I did not throw it away or give it to the kids for drawing paper Ralph writes: I just wanted to say hello and to give a brief update from some of our Class. Andrew Frie and his wife, Adria, are living in Leesburg, VA. They are expecting their first child. Dr Fran Hall, M.D., is out at Balboa Naval Hospital in San Diego. Russ Hittinger is in Quantico, completing Command and Staff Course. He and his wife, Colette, will next be heading further south for recraiting duty. Sean McBride is attending medical school at USUHS in Bethesda, with his wife, Susan, and four children are rooting for him, as are we. Brian Rathjen is at Presidential Securities in Manhattan. Steve Rife is with Siebel Systems in Mortistown, NJ. I left active duty in 1993, and after law school, became an assistant district attomey in the Bronx.

After three years of that, I joined Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto, a patent, trademark and copyright firm in Manhattan. Most importantly, I married my wife, Kelly, along the way, and we had a son, Matthew Andrew ('21) in August. Take care, and please look us up if you visit New York City.

Thanks, Ralph!

After that, I am actually out of mail. So, if you do not want to be a guest columnist, perhaps you might consider emailing a few lines! (Hint, hint.) I do have some Fleet Hometown News releases,

which may or may not be current. I take no responsibility for their accuracy. In November, Robert Cooper deployed to Incirlik, Air Base, Turkey, with Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron One. He is home-based at Cherry Point, NC, and flies the EA-6B. Jerry Stokes deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, aboard KITTY HAWK. Steve Rasmussen retumed to his homeport of San Diego following a six-month WestPac deployment aboard STETHEM. Eugene Corrao received a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for serving as the public affairs officer at Naval Reserve Tactical Support Center 793, NAS Brunswick, ME. Ken Spurlock retumed to his homeport of Pearl Harbor following a six-month WestPac deployment aboard CHOSIN. Scott Granger reported for duty at USNA. Alumni House now has two 1988 Class rings waiting to be claimed. Unfortunately, neither one has a name engraved. Please contact Timothy Elizabeth Woodbury (410-263-4448 xl 12; timotiiy.woodbury® usna.com) if you are missing your Class ring.

Well, hope you all have a great summer! Cheers, KTJ

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Pres: Ingar Grev 2721 Summers Ridge Drive Odenton,MD 21113-1589 h: 410-695-0747; w: 703-872-4027; f: 419-8187319; e: igrev@bwwonline.net Corr. Sec'y: Margaret Raybum 3508 Canoncita Lane, Piano, TX 75023 h: 972-985-7875; f: 425-871-2697 e: mlmr89@hotmail.com Listserve: USNA89@mde.com Listserve subscription: send emial to usna89-request@mde.com, in body of message write: subscribe Web master: Tony Newpower e: newps@sprintmail.com Class Web site: www.usna89.org Hello all! Please note my new address (above) for you to send in updates via snail-mail. My email hasn't changed, but if you have problems sending to my Hotmail address, you can also use my aol: mlrl@aol.com. Also a reminder that if you send photos, I will submit those to Shipmate, and I won't get those copies back. (Ed's note: You will get them back. It just takes a while.) If you email me photos, they need to be scanned to at least 300 dpi for publication. (Ed's note: digital photo specs are on the web: www.usna.com/publications/DigitalPhotoSpecs) Thanks!

1 received the following info a couple of weeks ago from Dwight Neeley—he had received updates from several Classmates a while back, and I'm not sure if they got published or not, so I figured I better throw them in! I also have three photos from Dwight that he received from the ten-year Reunion

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Updates From Dwight Neeley My first extremely late news is from J o h n O'Brien (jobrien@wiredweb.com). He sent me this last summer and 1 failed to get it in on any of the last articles. Thanks for writing John, my apologies for keeping this info from everyone. From John: I'm curtently out here in Seattle along with Gerry Schaeffer (and others). My wife has just finished the first year of her master's in a nursing program at UW on her way to becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner I'm doing business valuation while trying to get my CFA and ASA designations. No kids yet, but I do get the opportunity to occasionally see and play with Gerry's two (Grant and Clark).

As some of you know I went subs out of the Academy and after barely surviving the nuke pipeline (those pesky prototype Final Evaluated Watchsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;had to get permission from the head of Naval Reactors for my third successful one!), had one of the most adventurous tours I know of; three different classes of subs on one tour. I was assigned to GuiTARRO in San Diego, the only nuke sub that has sunk and been recovered (at the pier, two weeks before the Navy was supposed to take her out of the constraction shipyard at Mare Island). I got to do one op before the ship was slated for decommissioning. While in the Mare Island shipyard, 1 went out on Los ANGELES (out of Hawaii) for two-month op to finish up my sub quals.

Following the GUITARRO decommission, I decided to jump over to the boomer community and was assigned to FLORIDA where I did three patrols before heading to shore duty. I had met my wife, Julianne, in the Bangor BOQ soon after transferring to FLORIDA and we got married just a month before I was slated to transfer off the boat. Though I had lobbied hard for Bangor, WA, assignment, I went to SubLant in Norfolk where I got to deal with strategic readiness of the Atlantic boomer community. Got an opportunity to ride almost all the Atiantic Tridents as the strategic command and control member of the TRE inspection team. (Hey, I scheduled most of those emergency action messages to avoid the midwatch!) I even got to work with Dondi Edwards while he was the SSN scheduler at SubLant just next door. Facing heading back to sea for a dept head tour I decided to punch out. Finished up my M.B.A., and went job searching in Seattle while waiting for Julianne to finish her commitment at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. After a one-year foray into the investmentconsulting field, I have settled comfortably into my curtent position valuing businesses for various purposes.

Shawn Hendricks (sphend@aol.com) is at NPS in Monterrey and passed on the following info: I have to sit and think whose here besides me and Paul Ghyzel (12th). We're both in aero. Andy Escriva is here, studying I don't know what.

Kevin Katuin is a space kinda guy. Reese Morgan is on staff here as an information technology guy. I think he's a 1700 now. There are others that I can't think of right now. I see Terry Harcharik every once in a while, he's an A320 pilot for United out of LA. Mark Thonen works in Sacramento. As you can see I know very little, but I work hard and am good in math. Take care and fly safe.

Jeff Ellsworth sent a note while he sat at anchor off Thailand last fall on his way to the (Arabian) G u l f while his family stayed back in Guam. He was the HC-5 DET 1 OIC, (a two H-46, 30 person organization working off of a big gray food ship,

SPICA, for those that don't hang out in WestPac).

I am grateful to all of you who work hard to keep the Class stracture alive. Knowing that the Blalocks had their first child and that there will be a great reunion even if I don't make it this time is great.

Thanks for the message, Jeff Rob Webber (Subcrit@aol.com) sends: Hey ' 89ers, I have built a Web page in order to post pics for my hobbies, family and friends. Please come visit me: http://www.webspawnercom/users/ subcrit/. There is a link to my family photo album near the bottom, come visit here too.

Dan Lewis and Don Glatt recently retumed from craise on CONSTELLATION and sent the following info to me before getting home: Don and I have ran into a couple of other '89ers out here. Peyton Allen is in our Prowler squadron, Craig Anderson is on the Desron-7 Staff, and Steve Stone is the assistant navigator In addition, 1 ran into Tim Maricle last week. He's stationed in Bahrain and came out to the boat for about a week. I think that there's someone else I'm forgetting.

Mike Harnett (niike@michaelhamett.com; 415447-2916) sends his greetings. Moved out to San Francisco beginning of last summer and looking to get in touch with other Classmates.

Cathy Donohue has recently headed back to Sigonella for another P-3 tour after finishing up her test pilot tour last s u m m e r

Dwight Neeley and Cathy Donohue at PAX River airshow last May

Mike Jimenez (jiminezmc@worldnet.att.net) says things are good on his end in Annapolis. He and Cindy are expecting their third child in Febraary. He's flying with US Airways (out of BWI) and with the Maryland Air Guard. Both jobs are very enjoyable and they're loving the location.

Our G-man John G u a n d o l o sent out an ann o u n c e m e n t about J o h n K a i n e r ' s triumphant completion of the Ironman Florida. John K's efforts were in support of Destination Cure, which is a non-profit organization designed to raise money and awareness for Multiple Sclerosis research.

Steve Boyles (boyless@mailhost.sd02.kl2.id.us) sends; Hey all, I have been out of the loop for about a month, due to email changes. However, I would like to announce the birth of Mark Anthony Boyles, bora in Boise, ID, 17 November at 12:38 a.m. He was 8 pounds 6 ounces and 20 inches long.

Mom is doing incredibly well, and we are really rejoicing this holiday season as we celebrate the birth of our son. His sister, Regan, (12) really loves her little brother, but refuses to change diapers. I think she is gun shy of getting hosed in the face.

I ran into Pat Donnelly last fall up at the Halifax, NS, airshow/boozefest. He ended up passing me by in his T-45 on the flight home somewhere over Cape Cod. He's still instracting down in Kingsville, but the airlines are about to win him o v e r G a r y D e a l ( d e a l g l @ k e n n e d y . n a v y . m i l , or dealfla@mediaone.net) compiled and sent the following big updates from the fleet. This is the kind of info w e ' r e looking for Thanks, Gary!

As seen in the photo, we have eight Classmates who are curtentiy onboard JOHN F. KENNEDY which (with CVW-1 and CCG-6 embarked) is in the middle of a six-month craise to the Arabian Gulf with plans of being home in early spring 2000 (hopefully this gets printed before we get home).

Since most of us haven't sent anything to Shipmate over the past ten years, we all decided to write brief updates of what we have been up to and our plans for the immediate future.

Gary Deal: P-3 NFO onboard JFK as Asst Air Ops Officer (received OOD qual this past summer). Next year, going to VP-26 in Branswick, ME, for dept head tour I have been married to Leslie for eight years. We have one son, Ryan (5), and one daughter, Casey (2), and are curtently living in Ponte Vedra, FL. Reggie Howard (nOOl @ccg6.navy.mil): Wife: Jodie; Kids: Olivia (7), Grant (2). Curtentiy flag

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aide for ComCarGra 6. He will be leaving next summer to begin dept head tour with VP-45 in Jacksonville, FL. Bob Williams: Wife is Dr Courtney Williams (St. Johns '90). No kids. One tour as submarine officer. Lateral fransfer to JAG Corps. Great opportunity, for Bob and Court to go back to school.

(She is a vet, not one of those overpaid doctors.)

Did his trial tour and now living large on JFK as the ship's JAG. Kids start at end of this toiu'. Probably staying in USN—thinking of getting into admiralty law.

Rob Webber (subcrit@aol.com): Completed engineer tour onboard COLUMBIA (SSN-771) in Dec '98, and currentiy serving as the TLAM/Sub Ops Officer with CCG-6. Following diis tour, will go to shore duty prior to going back to sea for his XO tour in 2002. Married to the former Kristine Kert, with two beautiful sons, Jared (6) and Sean (4).

Jeff Winter: Flying FA-18s as a department head in VFA-86. Married to Joyce who is curtentiy a Jacksonville Jaguar cheerleader. Proud father of two lovely littie boys: Jacob and Jackson. Moving to Beaufort, SC, when he gets home from cruise.

Dave Swenson: Admin/Pers and RIO in VF102, Virginia Beach, VA. Wife: Tina, met in Monterey, CA, and married 12 October 1996 (that never made it into Shipmate). No kids. Interviewing with NASA in January to be an astronaut. Second time around, also interviewed in '97. Otherwise, no idea what the futvire has in store for him.

Bill Parkhurst: Finishing up final 6 months at ComDesRon 50 and has decided to go native in Bahrain and stay for a follow-on shore tour at ComFifthFlt. Has been happily married to Erin for just short of 7 years with two children: Mary Kate and Andrew.

Greg Pekari: S-3 NFO, begiiming his department head tour with VS-32. Ebra, wife of 9 years, and two daughters, Derya (3), and Talia (1), reside in Jacksonville, PT..

Steve and Deb Baker are still up in Seattle with Microsoft. T h e y ' v e got the kids, G r e g o r y and Katherine, doing Navy cheers and chowcaUs daily.

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Azeem Jamshed (azeemjamshed@yahoo.com) ttacked me down from Pakistan in December He is in the Pakistan Navy and is looking for some Classmate friends of his: Brian Frack, JD Myers, Kevin Lynne, Dave Bergman, Steve McCormick, John Gibson, and Cathy McCann. If anyone can help him out, send an email. Thanks.

Chris Fatheree (cfathere@tampabay.rr.com) is now working as the G-2 for Marine Forces Central Command (MARCENT) at Macdill AFB, FL, on a typical three-year tour From Margaret Raybum Thanks for the input, Dwight...and thanks for your work as the correspondence secretary. Now on to updates that I have received over the past

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month and a half. First, from Erik Burian (erikbrenda@mediaone.net, buriane@nwc.navy.mil): Hello '89, My wife, Brenda, and I have relocated to Massachusetts after I took orders to the Maritime Battle Center of the Naval Warfare Development Command in Newport. Our info is; Erik Burian and Brenda Jensen, 9 Beach Plum Lane, Wareham, MA 02571; 508-295-5732.

I finished my tour as the final engineer aboard BOSTON as she was decommissioned in Pearl Harbor shipyard. It was a good experience. We lived just off the beach in Iroquois Point and I kayaked across the harbor to work every day. We departed Hawaii in November after a few days in the Hale Koa and a week on Maui for a Marine Mammal Society conference. Reported to the Maritime Battle Center in Newport in December and promptly froze my butt off. We celebrated Y2K at home with family and friends, including Joanne and Doug Perry.

In short order, I was assigned as a lead for Fleet Battie Experiment Golf. This brought on trips to Garmisch, Tel Aviv, Gaeta, Naples, Norfolk, D.C. and then a month in Gaeta to execute FBE-G. All in all it was a successful experiment. Ran into Chad Acey as he represented CCDG-5 during the experiment.

Brenda and I are sharing our small beach house in Wareham, MA, with our yellow lab puppy and cat. Brenda will finish her Ph.D. in marine biology at MIT-Woods Hole this summer During this time I'm the cook, therapist and masseuse.

Go Navy!

Next, I got an update and photo from Joe Howard: Hi Classmates!

First I'd like to proudly announce that I'm engaged to my girlfriend of eight years, Jennifer Baker. We both moved to Capitol Hill last October, and we'll be tying the knot here in D.C. sometime before the end of the year. She's working at Arena Stage (a regional theater) and I'm curtently a visiting scientist (in optical design) at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. I'm part of a team that's designing the follow-on for the Hubble Space Telescope, curtently designated the Next Generation Space Telescope. It's good to be back in D.C, close to family and old friends.

Last September I completed my Ph.D. in optics at the University of Rochester after five snowy years up on the northem coast of New York. To celebrate the event, Dwight Neeley came to town along with the Blue Angels for a show! Way to hook up a Classmate, Dwight, you're keeping the pre-graduation tradition alive! If you haven't seen them lately. Fat Albert is quite a sight when those JATO bottles ignite! While up in Rochester I used to get together with Tom "Chop" Farina and wife, Mindy (and growing family).

If you live in the D.C. area, several of us (Steve Newell, Jim Holly, and myself) have begun organizing occasional happy hours around the area.

Tune into the Class listserve for details.

If you're motivated enough to get season tickets for Navy Football, ask for Section 28 (Gold side)—our prez, Ingar Grev, recommends it to keep the sun in your face during those colder lateseason games...See you at the tailgaters!

Cneoc the Web for Class and Chapter news.

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Thanks for the great update—congratulations on your engagement, Joe! Next up is Lisa (Skaggs) Thomas: I left the Navy and martied CDR Brian Thomas (Texas Tech '77) in April 1995.1 worked as a senior engineer at George G. Sharp, Inc. in Alexandria, VA, from April 1995 until January 1997, when I delivered my son, David Milton. After having David, I came home to be with him fulltime. Brian retired from the Navy in May 1997 and now works at George Sharp himself We live in Alexandria, VA, where I keep busy chasing an active three-year-old and singing and playing keyboard for the Occoquan Bible Church worship band. In my "spare" time, I am a Creative Memories consultant, teaching home classes on photosafe scrapbooking, and conducting workshops.

Brian and I are expecting baby number two in September Thanks for sending in the update, Lisa—good luck with your upcoming September blessing! I also heard from Rich Dodson (r_dodson@yahoo.com): Hi Classmates!

After several years of saying "I have to write an update for Shipmate," I am finding some time here while at anchor in Antalya, Turkey. First, I want to thank our curtent and past Class officers for their unselfish work and the great job they are doing and have done. I have the IT-21 stuff here on IKE and I finally got a chance to check into the Ustserve and the Web site—a great deal!

I cannot believe it has been 11 years since graduation—time moves much more quickly when you are older! The Navy side has been very good to me, so I decided to ride this wave until at least 20 years comes along. I started as CICO and DCA on MONTEREY ( C G - 6 1 ) out of Mayport, FL. In May

1993,1 transferted to PG school in Monterey, CA, (the best deal in the world!) where I met the woman who changed my life, leamed to fly, taught sailing, and got a master's in joint C4I. In June 1995 I got married (George Capen, Brian Tate and Brian Adams in attendance) and gave Laura a trae Navy honeymoon—a cross country move to Newport for about a year of school! Following that we moved to Mayport again for two deployments and three years of work as WEPS, CHENG and CSO on PHILIPPINE SEA ( C G - 5 8 ) . NOW we are in Chesa-

peake, VA, where I am assigned to the commander, EISENHOWER Battle Group staff as operations plans officer I deployed again in Febraary and am going to be home in August. Also with me on DVOGHT D. EISENHOWER ( C V N - 6 9 ) are Bill Ipock (a Hornet guy who is now staffing for a tour), Ben Goodwin (IKE Strike Ops), Jon Stevenson and Ray Worthington (Tomcat pilots with VF-143), and Fred Luchtman (Homet pilot with VFA-136).

Laura and I have a son. Miles, who is a great candidate for USNA—I just have to get him to see that in a few years! I have been traly blessed with a great family, a good career and enduring friendships. I hope to see more Classmates in the future!

Thanks, Rich...well, I guess that does it for the formal u p d a t e s that 1 r e c e i v e d . I h e a r d from Stephanie SchoUaert recentiy, and she and her bus-

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band. Mete, are expecting their first baby in July, and she promised to send in a full update after that blessed event! (Now you are on the hook for the full update, Steph.) Also heard a ramor that Karen (West) Kane is in Rhode Island near Steph...send me an update, Karen!

A 1989 Naval Academy class ring has been rescued by the class. If you have lost a ring, please contact Timothy Elizabeth Woodbury (timothy. woodbury@usna.com; 410-263-4448 x l l 2 ) to see if it might be yours.

Keep sending in your updatesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I never think I have enough input until I sit down to compile it all!

Take care, '89...ttil next time, M L M R

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Pres: C a p t R o b e r t B . Sofge, U S M C Sec'y: Eileen H . L a u b a c h e r 43 Willowleaf Drive, Littleton, CO 80127 h: 303-904-0806; w: 901-565-2120 e: laubacher3@cs.com Web master: R o n Surfleld e: rsurfield@netrail.net Class Web site: www.usna90.org Hi there everybody! Well, this is a pretty good month for both notes and photos. It is great to hear from so many people, especially since everyone seems to be doing so well. We are doing very well out here in Colorado. We were planning on coming out to the Reunion this fall, but it seems that will not be possible since our second baby is due on 6 September We are extremely excited about the addition to the family (at least Chris and I are, Natalie has no idea that her time as family superstar and sole recipient of parental attention is drawing to a rapid close), but are sad that we won't see everyone in September Please send lots of photos and notes about the Reunion so that we will feel like we were part of it! That is the big news for us, now onto more exciting news from far and wide.

First a note from T o m Dent: Hello '90. Greetings from helo land. I'm finishing up my third year training helicopter pilots here at Whiting Field. Contrary to popular belief, it's not the easiest of shore duty stations, but it has been very rewarding, nonetheless. My wife, Tricia, and I had our first child, Liam, last September He's getting big and strong and will make a great addition to some hockey team's lineup someday. I'm getting out in August to attend bschool at Ohio State. I'm also hoping to become a Blue & Gold Officer. If you're in Columbus anytime soon, look me up.

Plenty of grads ranning around the Pensacola area. Lynne Chapman is at HT-8 with me. She's making a transition to the CH-60 this summer and will eventually end up in Guam at HC-5. Vic Raspa left recently for a lovely tour aboard NASSAU. Kevin Hawko married a tertific Canadian gal named Nicki in Febraary.

As for my old roommates, I saw Bert Race and his family in Jax a few months back. He's doing great after graduating from PG school and he managed to wiggle into a second squadron tour in HSL. I've also stayed in touch with Bob Ferrante.

He just got out after finishing a tour as an exchange instractor with the Air Force at Vance AFB in Oklahoma. He's now working for one of the airlines out of Atlanta. Haven't heard from Bill McKinney in years, so if the Nomad is out there, give me a call or email or something. Hard to believe it's been ten years. I won't be at the Reunion since I will have just started school, so, everyone, have one for me. I will be in AnnapoUs for BGO training in July, so stop by if you're there. See ya.

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Thanks, Tom. Glad to bear that you, Tricia and Liam are doing well. Also 1 got a quick note from Paul C a n n o n with a little more info to add to last month's note.

Just got back from a boat det. Things are good out here. Tony Carvalho is here at VX-9 with me and Rick McCormack is across the street at the Weapons Test Squadron. Both of them are flying the Super Homet and doing great things.

T h e n from T o n y a H e n d e r s o n W a k e f i e l d (jtwake@inet.att.co.kr) I got this note: Greetings from the "Land of the Morning Calm!" In all these years, I've never contributed a letter. So I suppose it's time. After graduation I took a space-related job. I ended up in the 1,100 Space and Electronic Warfare (SEW) field and have served in space-related billets for three of my four tours thus far.

My family and I are stationed on Osan Air Base, in South Korea. I'm in charge of Joint Tactical Ground Station (JTAGS) Detachment Pacific, an Army-Navy unit that provides space-based missile waming. It's a great job and I get to work with some great NCOs and petty officers. My husband, USNR 0-4, has a full time Reserve job here as well. In November we expect to retum to the U.S. for duty at U.S. Space Command in Colorado Springs.

My husband, Joe, and I have been married for eight years and have two sons, Jack (5) and Robbie (2). They are terrific! Drop me a line if you plan to visit Korea or just want to stay in touch. Living on an Air Force Base overseas, we don't see very many Navy officers at all. So we would welcome the chance to share some bulgoki with any visitors. Best wishes.

Thanks, Tonya. And from J o e Herlihy, I got this update.

Hey everyone! Quick hello from the wonderful Arctic regions of Portland, ME! As I write this, we're nearing the end of mud season and quickly approaching a long awaited May and real spring weather that sticks around rather than just teasing us. The winter was pleasant. Our village lucked into bagging ourselves a nice big whale in late December, which has kept us all fed and heated for the past couple of months. A dog-sled team is expected to arrive next week with last year's mail, so we're all real excited about that. I can't wait to find out what happened with Clinton and Monica.

It's the talk of the igloo.

Quick update from my life: I left the company I was with for three years last August and took some much needed R&R to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. While that particular discovery has still not arrived, I'm doing very well. I was amazed to realize that I had never really taken that type of time in my life since probably well before the Academy. It is amazing to look back and realize how quickly life moves by. So, it was with some definite, uncomfortable feelings that I cooled my jets for about three months to evaluate where I wanted to be. After considering a move to Boston to try consulting or to the West Coast to try and join up with an Intemet firm, I chose to stay in Portland. This place, while being a bit off the beaten path, really has 95 percent of what I want in terms of quality of life, etc. So, I made the decision to set my stakes down and build a life here for the time being. I really love this place and have

settied in to a nice routine with good friends, etc.

For work, I've been doing some independent consulting for a good friend of mine. The work has brought me all over the place including Calgary, Canada, and Brisbane, Australia. Can't beat that!

The work is essentially IT project management and I'm leaming a lot while having much fun.

Nothing stirring on the social front. I can't recall what I ever put in the column in the past about that part of my life, but I v/as married for a short period while in Memphis, TN. This northemer just wasn't ready for a lifetime in the south. And, vice versa for my spouse. My move back north ended that part of my "life-joumey" for me and I' ve been taking it easy since then on the social front.

Not much else to report beyond that. Paul Valesky and I got together with his girlfriend in Febraary when they traveled to Maine for a long weekend. Paul is still working with a govemment contractor in Washington on the Arleigh Burke contracts. Fortunately, he has a chance to get up to my neck of the woods once a quarter so we always get together for a little '90 reunion. Tom Leutzinger and I are still in touch and he's doing well in San Fran, spending a lot of time getting his own company going. Peter Clark and I have emailed. My sister recently moved to San Diego with her husband and ever since telling Peter that, he has been laying in wait for my arrival to catch up on ten years absence of having easy target practice for bad jokes! So, Pete! I'll be there soon, old man! And, I'll find that dam black sock if it's the last thing I do!

And, that's about it. Of course, I could make up stuff about people I haven't seen in ages just to get a rise out of 'em, but...there is reunion and payback to consider! Hope everyone is doing well.

Drop me a line if you're ever traveling through the Great White North! I have a pull out couch and give great tours!

Great to hear from you, Joe! Bill G u a r i n i wrote with this short update; I recently transferted from JOHN PAUL JONES

(DDG-53) in San Diego to GETTYSBURG (CG-64) as combat systems officer in Mayport. But the big news is that my wife, Tracy, my two-and-a-halfyear-old son Will and I welcomed a beautiful daughter named Claire Elizabeth into our lives.

We baptized her at USNA and in attendance were my Plebe roommate Mike Bemhard (along with his wife, Teresa, and sons, Patrick and Fox) and Andy Gentry (along with his wife, Caroline, and infant son, Gavin). Fred Kacher is the proud Godfather...unfortunately operational commitments kept him on board PRINCETON in San Diego.

Congratulations, Bill and Tracy! Then from Tanya (Worthy) Mihailov I got this note.

My husband, Wayne Mihailov '93 and I moved to the Philadelphia area in last April when he left active duty. After four years in San Diego, Pennsylvania is a pretty big change. However, we've been blessed with a great home, super neighbors, a marvelous church, wonderful friends, and terrific jobs. I'm the manager for Sourcing & Supplier Alliances at PECO Energy, and he's a program manger at GE Capital. It's just the two of us, and we have no complaints.

Other '90 folks with no complaints (hopefully) are Chris (Frueh) Holmes who pried herself away from active duty for the new millennium! She and husband, Adam Holmes '89, are doing well in San Diego. We miss them and Karin (Mullane) and Mike Vernazza who are enjoying San Diego U'VCA^ (X/ U^e^icUA^ CAA active duty style with their terrific daughter, Lauren. Congrats to Janelle (Buck) Poland and her husband, Don on the birth of their first daugh!i^Sâ&#x201A;ŹCuxt/ oeOXAlCrf^ lA/i/UOUA/ hAAAMAjC/i ter on 4 April! They live in the Detroit area working for (who else?) GM. MaryKay (Wegner) iyotiMcteA/ uAu^yvLcAA'yu/U/(P'C/CriAAe'i Runyan is doing well in Denver with a great family and job. Kathryn (Daily) Hannon and her husband Scott supposedly are living the quiet life Call 410-263-4448 for information. in Roanoke, VA, but I'm no longer convinced after just receiving a postcard from a vacation in

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Australia! Dennis Thomas and his wife, Margaret '91, also live in the outskirts of Philly and gave birth to their second daughter around Thanksgiving. Last but not least, Becky Moore, who works right around the comer from me at The VanGuard Group, was a great help when we first moved to this area. Our ten-year Reunion is this September...unbelievable! Congrats to everyone who picked up 0-4!

Thanks for the note, Tanya. Ron Surfield forwarded me this note from Chuck Gillum (candsgillum® netscape.net): I was surfing the net and finally got around to checking out the Class of '90 page and realized that although I rehgiously read Shipmate, I have never written so here goes.

Susan and I married at the Naval Academy Chapel in November of 1991 and now have two beautiful children, Chad (4) and Paige Ehzabeth (2). I have served on THOMAS S . GATES ( C G - 5 1 )

and then enjoyed myself out in Monterey while golfing and getting an ITM degree. Served on HALYBURTON ( F F G - 4 0 ) as CSO and CHENG and

am curtentiy material officer with CDS-28.1 am negotiating orders for shore duty and waiting the results of the XO board in May. Susan and I are anxiously awaiting the Reunion; we can't believe it has been ten years already!

They told me it would go by fast (while standing restriction musters in Smoke Hall), but I didn't beheve it. Those that remember those days are probably in shock that I'm still in the Navy when so many of us have departed, but the Navy has kept it pretty interesting so far!

I have seen several Alumni while in Norfolk.

Sean Kent has recentiy left the CEC and taken a job in Michigan. Dean Woodard is serving his department head tour in DEYO. Bob Cepek '89 is serving as department head in SAN JACINTO. Jordy Harrison '91 is serving as department head in our flagship Ross. Brad Cooper '89 has recently moved to serve us all as detailer in lovely Millington.

I apologize for waiting this long to write. Susan and I look forward to seeing everyone again during the Reunion, I may even have to break out the Black "N" sweater for old time's sake.

Thanks for the note. Chuck. Now from Karon (Lewis) Curry and Jennifer (Buenviaje) Weggen I got this photo and note, penned by Karon.

Jennifer (Buenviaje) Weggen and I have been meaning to send this in since last June, but we both have been a little busy, so please excuse the delay. The photo is of the '90 folks that I was fortunate enough to have attend my wedding last June. Since so much time has transpired, I can also send an update to some of the things that have gone on in their hves, and you'll see that we've all been pretty swamped.

Michelle VanExel transferted from Quantico, VA, to Camp LeJeune, NC, and has since put on Major Michelle was in my sword arch. (And for anyone wondering, even if the bride is active duty, she still gets a smack on the butt when she goes through the arch.) I would tell you more about Michelle, but she still hasn't answered my last email, so I don't have any more info to provide (Michelle...email me).

Racquel (Williams) Johnson was my maid of honor and in September, I retumed the favor as a bridesmaid in her wedding. She married a wonderful man named Troy. He's a pilot in Jacksonville, FL, and just started his six-month float. So if you're in the Jacksonville area, give Racquel a call, especially if you feel like getting your butt kicked in tennis. (You can thank me later Racquel.)

She is still in the Navy and up until her selection for LCDR was the legal officer for her squadron.

Cathy (Moody) Weiss was expecting her second child in the picture, and has since given birth to a healthy baby boy. She is still living in Coronado, CA, until this summer/fall. She is out of the Navy, but will be accompanying her hus-

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band Dave on orders overseas, Italy, if I recall cortectiy. George Apollonio just got married at tiie USNA Chapel in March 2000. My husband and I had the honor of being in the sword arch with Dan Thoele '89 (90-1) his roommate, and some of George's other friends. He and his beautiful bride, Lisa DiCarlo Apollonio, are stationed in Cuba. He is flying several different aircraft down there for station (no, not all at once).

Billy Castleberry is finishing up his second year of law school at Tulane in New Orleans, LA. He is out of the Navy and drilling in the Reserve.

He'll be in New York doing his two weeks of active duty this July. (Jenn and I are already making plans for the trip, hope that's ok with you Billy.)

He plans on specializing in maritime law after he passes the bar (not the ones on Bourbon Street either).

Jenn Weggen was recalled to active duty (yes, she is that important) in Febraary. She is curtently working at the Navy Recraiting District in Richmond, VA, and has two adorable littie boys (Joe and Nick). Jenn was also one of my bridesmaids.

Her husband James Weggen '89 (90-1) got out of the Navy and works for Capital One as a project leader As for me, I married a wonderful man named Jim Curry. I was transferted from Cherry Point, NC, to Quantico, VA, in Jan 2000 and recentiy put on Major I've been TAD about 50 percent of the time since I arrived to MarCorSysCom, and love every minute of it. Hope to see everyone at the Reunion in September!

Karon Curry's Wedding Thanks so much for the note, Jen and Karon.

Rachel Goldberg at the Alumni Association forwarded this press release to m e about Stephen Spagnuolo: Intemational executive recraiting firm Russell Reynolds Associates announced today that Stephen A. Spagnuolo has joined as an associate.

Mr Spagnuolo conducts assignments for global banking clients, with a particular focus on investment banking and capital markets; he is also a member of the firm's Intemet Practice. He is based in the firm's New York office. "We are very pleased to have Stephen join our team," said Jim Bagley, co-manager of Russell Reynolds Associates' New York office. "Stephen's experience in the financial services industry will be of great value to our clients in this area." Prior to joining Russell Reynolds Associates, Mr. Spagnuolo was a consultant with The Foster McKay Group in New York, where he specialized in mergers and acquisitions, strategy and e-commerce assignments. Previously, he was a general manager with LaSalle Partners, Inc., a corporate real estate services firm. A former infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps, Mr. Spagnuolo deployed with his unit to several overseas contingencies, and attained the rank of captain; tours include commanding officer and Aide-de-Camp. He received his B.S. degree in political science from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis. Founded in 1969, Russell Reynolds Associates is one of the world's leading executive recraiting firms.

Through a global network of 35 wholly owned

offices, the firm's more than 250 recraiting professionals conduct assignments in a range of industries for public and private organizations of all sizes.

Congratulations, Stephen, sounds like all is going well for you. N o w from Karin (Mullane) Vernazza, a letter from the West Coast.

The West Coast reunion at Sea World tumed out great! We had a small group, but the weather was perfect and we had a lot of fun. Attendees included Mike, Karin (Mullane), and Lauren Vemazza. Mike is an Intel officer on the Third Fleet Staff, I'm a fleet support officer at SurfPac, and our daughter, Lauren tums three in August.

We will be moving to Norfolk, VA, in December Mark '89 and Suzanne (Autry) Fiori, and son, Kyle Fiori—Mark left active duty in 1997 and now works as an equity research analyst for Bank of America Securities in San Francisco. Suzanne is a Seabee who is getting out in September and will be pursuing a civilian career in the Bay Area. Kyle is 15-month-old sumo wrestiing champ at daycare.

Tom Young and Donna (Pensabean) Young—Tom is a Marine working up at Camp Pendleton and Donna is a Crypy at FCTC Pacific.

Bob Weisfeld—Bob is a pilot who was at PG School and is now in transit to Guam where he'll reunite with his wife and three kids.

Ted Garrington and Janet (Fuller) Garrington—Janet is a fleet support officer who is getting out to pursue a civilian career and motherhood.

Craig Foster—Craig left active duty in 1999.

He and his wife are enjoying private sector careers here in San Diego.

Jamie Cartwright and family—Jamie is a SEAL and curtently serving as the flag aide at SpecWarCom. He and his wife have two California surfing blond sons.

Dave Mclntyre and Liz Santillan '92 (90 + 2)—Dave got out in '96 from the Marine Corps Security Force Company at NAS North Island where he was the XO. He graduated from SDSU in May 2000 with an M.A. in geography and is working as an environmental scientist for the Army in Yuma. Liz was supply and got out last August. She is a program manager for GRCI in Mission Valley.

Chad Acey '89 ('901), Sinthi (Nguyen) Acey and Andrew Acey—Chad is a crypy working at ComCraDesGra 5, Sinthi is a fleet support officer working at METOC San Diego, and Andrew tums two in August.

Here are some photos of the day's activities, which included meeting for lunch during the Shamu "killer whale" show followed by the Anheuser-Busch Beer School where Janet (Fuller) won class valedictorian. I think it helped that she was three months pregnant and couldn't have any beer. From there we went to Shipwreck Rapids, where Mark and Kyle Fiori and Karin and Lauren Vemazza manned the squirt gun battle stations to ensure everyone got adequately wet. After everyone dried off we took in the Dolphin Show, Pirate Show, and all the other great activities Sea World had to offer, plus it was a lot of fun catching up with Classmates and meeting their families.

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Vemazza Family That is great, Karin! Thanks for the news and photos. Well, that is everything for now. Thanks again everyone for writing in. Keep those cards and letters coming. Take care and God bless. —Eileen

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Pres: LT Richard Brophy, USN Sec'y: LT John DeVine, USN 1701 Tyler Green Drive Smyrna, GA 30080 e: jcdevine99@aol.com My warm greetings from Atianta are getting hotter by the day! I hope this article finds everyone, and finds them well (and cool).

All is going nicely for us in our new hometown of Atlanta, and our ttansition to the southeast has been made easier by some '91ers in the area, one of which is Bill BoUwerk. Bill recentiy celebrated his one-year wedding anniversary, and passed on a picmre of him and his beautiful bride, Ashley. Also in his wedding party were (1 to r in the enclosed pictare) Randy Peck, Jon Testwuide, Dan O'Shea, Fred Lindsay, Chris Sweeney, and Pat Grover.

Not pictured, but also present, was Ross Troike.

Ross recently had a baby, Wyatt, and is in Meridian, MS, as a pilot instractor Bill and Ashley are doing great, and Bill has been working for a real estate developer (Wood Partners) here in Atlanta. He and Ashley recently had a cadre of '91ers out to their place on nearby Lake Oconee.

Fun was had by all, and a picture is included of the lot of us—Bill, John McVay, Jason Pace and myself

Atianta contingent (Pace, Bollwerk, DeVine, and McVay) gather at Georgia's Lake Oconee I recently received an email from an old friend from our days on the (baseball) diamond with duffster, Kevin Sofleld. Kevin is doing well (no surprise) working for Goldman Sachs in San Francisco. Kevin started with the investment-banking firm last August, working initially in New York.

He and his wife, Amy, then headed out to the Bay Area this spring. Aside from his love of the work, Kevin mentions some other USNA grads in the GS ranks, including Brian Spears '89 and also Dan 162

Bill and Ashley Bollwerk, joined at their wedding by '91ers D u m (starting this August). Kevin also passes on the news that Dan Dzenitis has joined a startup in London, called Surf Cast.

Also sending a note this month was Capt Rob Baker, U S M C (robandzoe@earthlink.net) who is currently stationed at Quantico as an operations analyst with M C O T E A , doing his payback tour from graduating from NPS in September 1998. Rob passes on the good news of a September wedding to Zoe, back in New York. Congratulations!

Rob mentions ranning into Paul Hanover, who's doing well working for Lockheed Martin in Fort Belvoir Paul is also getting married this summer to Ann—Congrats! Doug Dudgeon is in Quantico, but getting ready to head back to Camp Pendleton.

Keith Salisbury is in the D.C. area, having moved from Virginia Beach; he and Missy and their two boys are doing great, Rob reports. Lastly, Rob notes that Mike Conover is flying out in Pendleton now.

Rob requests news from some 32nd company mates at his email address. Send us a copy of your news here, as well! Thanks, Rob! Lastly, I received mail from Julie (Hansen) Shank (jhshank@aol.com, or shankjh@clf navy, mil; 757-423-4767). Julie put quite a btt of work into her update, so I'm going to let her speak for herself: Dear Shipmate, I am finally writing. If I didn't get around to it sooner or later, my dad was going to write for me.

He's been bugging me since I got martied. I guess he's right, it's been almost four years...But before I get to that I guess I should start at the beginning.

Like most of '91 I waited about ten months to start flight school. I won't bore everyone with a recitation of the names of the third of our Class that was down there, but I do intend to include the names of everyone that I have encountered since, as well as those in other Classes. I apologize if I forget anyone, but here goes. Getting back to flight school for a moment, I met my husband Milo there and got winged in July 1993. Milo is a Marine helo pilot (CH-53Es) and between us we have flown every Sikorsky airframe in the Navy-Marine inventory.

From Pensacola I headed east to Jacksonville and via HS-I made my way to HS-7 to fly first the SH-3H and later the SH-60F/HH-60H. While at HS-1 there were a few grads that I remember; the CO CAPT Waickwicz' 70, Mark Stone' 84 and

EricLittle'87(bothof whom will resurface later).

Upon arrival at HS-7 I met George "GAC" Chamberlain '82, who is curtentiy XO of HS-3.

Tums out his wife and I had some old stomping grounds in common. We went to the same high school (albeit a few years apart). There was also Eric Kennington '88 (I later found out that I sang in a choir in Annapolis with his mother—it really is a small world), Mike Michel and Mike Metzger '89, Ray Sevidal, Willis Herweyer, and John Byington '90. A couple months after I got there, Kevin Wilson '83 arrived. He has also since been selected for command.

We completed a Med/Arabian Gulf deployment on EISENHOWER from October '94 to April '95.

While onboard IKE I saw Juan Orozco, Jeff Faga, Brian Woodard, Brett Howe, Dave Guluzian, and Dave Peterson. (I think all of the '91 surface nukes were on board IKE!) I also ran into Marco Juarez while he was TAD onboard. Other grads on ship's company were Rob Calhoun '87, Stefanie Dixon '92, and Dani Picco '93.1 also found out that one of our airwing flight surgeons. Doc Melanie Mitchell, was martied to one of my firsties, Al Mitchell '88. Others in the airwing included Mark Colombo, JJ DeBellis, Jeff McCreary, Marc Pletcher (killed in a midair during workups), and Mark Garrison. Other grads in the airwing include CDR Pat Walsh (not sure which year), Shannon Workman '87, Pat Morrow '88, Adrian Sanchez, Terry Bradford, Brian Huey, Chris Quigley, Lisa Kirkpatrick, Randy Neisius, and Scott Prinz (all '90), and Terry Tiemey, Kristin Jungbluth (wife of Chad Jungbluth '91), and Nicole Hanson '92. Also ran into Lynne Chapman '90 witii HC-4 flying CH53s. Flying SH-60Bs on ANZIO was Maurie Carr and one of my Youngsters, Vic Raspa '90.

After the deployment we came back to Jacksonville and got rid of our H-3s and all went back to the FRS for the H-60. Ran into some of my Classmates on the seawall, Manny Picon in HS5, Pat Neel in HS-3, Bill McConvey and Chris Harmer in HS-11. Also were neighbors with Rob Preisser and his wife for a bit in Jax. During this same time I was working on wedding plans for a March '96 wedding to Milo and doing the longdistance thing. At first it was between Jax and P'cola, now it was Jax and Jax, NC, where he was flying CH-53ES for die Marine Corps at MCAS New River. Found out Steve Brzostowski was in his squadron (HMH-464) as well as Dave Dowling '89 and Bob Liebe '90 (who is now in PG school in Monterey).

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In the meantime, we got some new helicopters and went back to sea on JFK in Jan '96. While on board I ran into Ian Hadden, James Braun, and Mike Koslow. If I am not mistaken I tiiink all three of them were resigning, but I am not sure what they are up to now.

On 30 March 19961 manied Capt Milo Shank, USMC, in St. Mark's Lutiieran Church in Jacksonville, FL. Much of our family and many friends were in attendance. A few Classmates and friends took time out of their busy schedules to come out and help us celebrate. Kes Townsend was able to attend from supply school, as well as Liz (Bailey) Franklin, who was stationed out in Mayport flying SH-60BS. A surprise was Mark MacMurray '92 who was in recraiter school in Pensacola. I'll try and scan a picture to send along, otherwise expect it later via snail mail. After a week's honeymoon in San Francisco it was back to the grind.

Now we were both fully immersed in workups, myself on TR and Milo on NASSAU. There were probably other grads on NASSAU, but the only ones I know of were die CO and XO, CAPT Al Wall '70, and CAPT John Waickwicz '74. Back on TR, however, there were a bunch of us. On Cargra Eight staff were CAPT Thomas Travis '71, (COS), and CDR Roy Balaconis '76 (N8).

I met CDR Balaconis when I went on emergency leave in September when my mother died. He was headed to the airport as well after we flew off in a C-2 and was kind enough to share a cab ride with me. For those of you who know my parents, she died after a long battie with Alzheimer's Disease.

Dad however is doing well and still living in the same old house in Edgewater. If you are ever in Aimapolis and need a place to crash, give him a call. There is always plenty of room!

Back to TR, the COs were RADM Ronald Christenson '69, and CAPT David Architzel '73, and XO was CAPT Steven Firks '74. Otiiers on board were Julie Antonacci '94 and Matt Stevens with the SEAL platoon. Back in HS-7 we added LCDR Mark Stone, now CDR (sel) Brent Canady '84 (who is now the Helo shore detaileranother command selectee), Robert "Ernie" Emst '84 (you guessed it, command again—I was in distinguished company), and Laura Bajor '93 (she is now out of the Navy and very happy). Our Classmates who were in the jet pipeline finally made it to the fleet...Kyle Mitsumori, Matt Heck, Brent McMurry, Steve Velotas, Jon Nolan, Rob Turner, Rich Brophy, Tim Wachendorfer. Others in the airwing were Amy Davis and Rob Patrick '92, and Meghan Rosa and Kristin Krawczyk '93.

Before deployment we had the chance to go to Annapolis for Homecoming and our 5th Reunion.

It was a great time and I saw so many people, Til forego mentioning everyone.

While on deployment, Milo and I got to see each other twice. Both in Italy, once on the mainland where we took leave together and the second time in Sigonella where he was doing a det and we took one of our helos for maintenance. While in Sig I ran into Joe Diguardo who had done a transfer into EOD. He gave an open invitation for anyone who was visiting and needed a place to stay. I also ran into Ted O'Neal, who was flying for HC-4 and is now back at our alma mater. Speaking of HC-4, Lynne Chapman '90 was again in the det that serviced our deployment, but this time she

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was OIC. We both arrived back safely in May 1997. My dad and dad-in-law got to come out to the ship for Tiger Craise and had a blast.

In July 1997 I reported to the staff of the Commander In Chief, US Atlantic Fleet (ADM J. Paul Reason '65), who retired last fall. Milo still needed to finish another deployment for an overseas control date, so I got as close as I could. I reported to the Intelligence directorate and was to relieve Angela Hart, as international programs officer, but my billet was cut and I found a new home in Operations last August, working for RADM Harry Ulrich '72, temporarily as his admin assistant until the new one arrived that November. I have finally settled into the Fleet Operations shop as the CRUDES schedules officer (another long story, but I'll spare you the details) working for CAPT Wall and his crew. Other grads I have ran into on the staff; '76ers CAPTs Dave Harrison (retired in Feb), Tom Bosse, and Dave Shimp, CDR Mark Mantiiey '78, CDR Mark McCormick '81, CDR Paul Heim '84, Tom and LCDR Connie Frizzel (botii '86), Eric Little '87 (from earlier), Kathleen Daniels '87, and Raul Gandara '90.

Angela and Brennan (Copp) moved up to D.C. in fall '98 and are working at OpNav. Suzy and Todd Troha are also happily up in D.C. Saw them at a couple of football games last fall ('98).

Charlene (Mowery) Hughs '92 and Scott Mowery were among those who helped me move into my curtent home in Norfolk in July '98 and are doing well. Scott is working at NavLantMetocCen here and Charlene is now done with her CB stint and relaxing (hopefully) at LantFlt Headquarters Support Activity. I used to see Janet Jackson every week or so. She finished up at HC-8 in May '99 and is now near London at JAC Molesworth. Ran into Mike Dowling while he was the loop for RADM Ziemer, ComNavBase Norfolk. He's no longer the loop, but I am not sure where he went from there.

Down at MCAS New River there are a bunch of '94ers in Milo's old squadron. Ally Thompson, Mark Revor and Mike Carter.

There are a few people I hear from pretty regularly. Cari (Lothner) and Bill Pedersen sent me a photo of their son Tyler David. I'll bet he is growing like a weed. They are both doing very well.

Kes Townsend was suppo of a boomer in Bremerton is now in San Diego on BONHOMME RICHARD. Carey and Joe Gadwill continue to send updates on their family, now up to three children and a dog. Carey and I were roommates in P'cola for a while, so it is always nice to hear that she and Joe are doing so well. They are up in Maryland where Joe is working at the White House Military Office. Katie (Patrick) '92 and Scott Edwards are out in San Diego where Scott is still flying. Katie recently resigned so they can spend more time together.

While Milo was on deployment in '98,1 made it up for another Homecoming and saw a bunch of people. Kristi (Keffer) '92 and Mike Smith are now living in Dahlgren. Kristi is out and a mom. Also ran into Suzy and Todd Troha, Jeri Lea (Smalley) and Adam O'Neill, and Kim (Church) and Byron Parker. Jeri Lea is recraiting, while Adam is playing guitar in Nashville.

Kim and Byron and Jen Lednicky and I all went out to dinner that night and caught up on all the good gossip!

I took my 16-year-old cousin to the game. I think his parents hope I can convince him to go to the boat school! Speaking of recraiting, one of the kids I used to babysit in high school is now a Youngster, Jonathan Higdon '02! Now I feel old.

Last June CDR Kirk Lippold '81 moved in across the street. His notable accomplishments include commanding COLE and brewing outstanding beer. I also recentiy found out that CAPT Mike O'Heam, USN (Ret.), lives around the comer and was recently the community association president.

CAPT Tim Giardina '79 and his wife. Missy,

moved back to Norfolk last spring after a CO tour in King's Bay, just two doors down.

Milo is now Amphibious Warfare School in Quantico so we are getting closer He is in the company of many distinguished grads, such as Classmates Paul Quimby and Mario Carazo, as well as Ivan Thomas '92, and Chip Kolbe '93 (If I left anyone out, I sincerely apologize). Paul hosted a small get together for Army-Navy that Mario was at, as well as a couple of folks from AWS. For New Years, Paul, Chad (another AWS Classmate), Milo, and 1 went out in Annapolis and got way too large! We had a great time seeing how much had changed or stayed the same. What really threw us was the "Black Tie" dress code at McGarvey's!?

Last November I spent two weeks at the SWO mecca in Newport working on the staff of the Recovery Task Force for Egypt Air Flight 990.

RADM William G. "Woody" Sutton '70 was our fearless leader, and I worked closely with his aide LT Homer Denius '94. It was quite an experience, working with the FBI, NTSB, the Coast Guard, NOAA, just to mention a few of the agencies that worked together on this project.

Saw Charlene (Hughes) '92 and Scott Mowery last week. They are doing well. Scott has tendered his resignation and will go with Charlene this fall to Monterey. I think he will go back to school while she is in school, and they are hoping eventually to get to Hawaii. Ran into Juan Orozco at the Midshipman Summer Training Brief (one of my many collateral duties on the staff here).

He is doing well with two children and his wife in Chesapeake. He is Weps on a Craiser (one of the Gulf Sisters, but I forget which one. Out of the blue I also got a call from Andy Crowe about his ship going to BALTOPS next year. He is doing well also. That was a pleasant surprise. Janet Jackson is enjoying England, but not her job at JAC Molesworth. I also see Andrea D'Ambra '93 now and then, and get good gouge from her via email.

It looks like this summer the Shanks will head to San Diego where we can finally live together I'll finish my last class for a master's at ODU here in Norfolk and head west in July to BOXER ( L H D 4), where I'll join Mike Fisher, and Alex Wilhelm (if the detailer gave me the right gouge). Well I guess that's all the news that's fit to print right now. I guess I should write a little more often than once every eight years or so! Maybe you should divide this into installments so it will fit in a class article! If anyone is heading to or through Norfolk, call if you need a place to stay.

Julie is obviously bucking for the job of secretary! Well, I can't touch that—if you're a USNA graduate, and you didn't get mentioned in that letter, you should feel slighted. Thanks for the update, Julie, and send your next update soon!

That's all I have for y'all. Please send us mail, and keep in mind the 10-year Reunion—planning is in the works. See usna91.com for an update—^JD

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Pres: LT Scott Hottenstein, U S N Sec'y: Robert Pothier 63 Ashland St, Apt. # 2 Medford, M A 02155 e: rbpothier@yahoo.com Class Web site: www.usna92.com If you're a fan of my oh-so-pithy commentary, p l e a s e a c c e p t this a d v a n c e a p o l o g y for t h e chewedness of the following article. I beg your indulgence—the paucity of bon mots herein is due not to laziness, but procrastination. I am the biggest flippin' procrastinator in the world, and I just spent the last bajillion hours writing a couple thousand w o r d s on why S h a m i l B a s a y e v and t h e Chechens beat the Russians blind from 1994 to 1996. Next up is an analysis of the Continental Army and the political implications of its ttansition into a standing federal army. But by the time you read this, I'll be basking in the ease of photojournalism.

A small editorial comment: Ramsey, tigglen me noots again. When am I going to get some stank on my hang-lo, man?

Let's get right to the howaya bowl. Taking the opening face-off this issue is Tom Skidmore. In addition to being a fellow NAPS freak, Tom wins this month's Mitchner Award and holds the distinction of being the first '92 contributor to send me something hard-copy...pictures, too. 1 hope they make it in here. Old Man. Take it away.

I've been in Pensacola for the last year flying T-34 as an instractor pilot with VT-3, teaching newbie Navy, Marine, Coast Guard, and Air Force students how to fly. Sean Diarufino, Terry Obermeyer, Mike Waters, Rich Bassi, and Maureen "Mo" Magnan, '91 are also in the squadron. (Sec'y. Note: Quite possibly one of the most intimidating (yet nicest) squad leaders in history—and I was one of her second class. Ask her about the time a Plebe did the most self-destractive thing I've ever seen a Plebe do... he called her a certain "word" during "Plebe CarryOn."—You get the picture. But I digress.) Before, I was in San Diego with HC-II flying H-46s for four years. Pat Foege was also in the squadron and is now at the H-46 RAG in San Diego. Almost all of the detachment pilots on my last deployment aboard TARAWA (LHA-I) were boat school grads, too (Andy Lynch curtently in Corpus Christi but heading to TPS in Pax River, Kevin Bianchi '85, Jamie Rauscher '93, Jerry Macenas '93, and Sean "Chunky" Valentine '94). Sure miss those guys...no, really. And yes, I'm still married to Sarah and yes, she's still taller than me. No kids yet, just two cats and some fish.

Jay Steingold is a "shooter" aboard HARRY TRUMAN (CVN-75) beginning his two years of nonflying pain. Jay just got off the world's briefest shore tour serving in a cushy NROTC instructor billet at Virginia Tech, and before that was P-3 NFO with VP-8 in Branswick, ME. He and his wife, Patty, have two beautiful little girls.

Doug Brophy is also here in Pensacola racking' up flight time with VT-4 teaching NFO wannabes to do whatever it is they do. He and his wife, Kim, have two boys and should have had addition, number three, by the time this gets printed. Doug flew SH-60Bs with HSL-47 in San Diego before coming back to P'cola.

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Kentucky. He's curtentiy working for Papa John's Pizza but says the pay as a delivery boy isn't very good. Actually, he's an application developer I'm sure it's got something to do with computers. Paul says he still wears his second regimental admin striper bars occasionally to remind him of the power he once wielded. Just kidding. He and Julie have one boy and are expecting again this August.

Chuck lUrner and Pete Bozzo are curtently in department head school up in Newport, RI. In March, Chuck was off to TAYLOR ( F F G - 5 0 ) in

Mayport, FL, as their new combat systems officer Pete is also heading down to Mayport as the ops "O" aboard JOHN HANCOCK (DD-981). Congrats to Pete, too, on his recent martiage. That's one brave woman.

Sean Heritage and his wife, Marianne, met during his tour in Adak, AK, and are now gallivanting around Europe somewhere. Last I heard they were in Italy (and loving it) after leaving a "rough" three-year tour in the northem Virginia area. Matt Heisler is out of the Nav and got an M.B.A. from UC Irvine in L.A. He's curtentiy working as a consultant for Arthur Andersen in the L.A. area. "Hey Brachok." (Sorry, inside joke.)

Scott Eargle is martied and curtentiy serving at BUPERS in Tennessee. He previously flew SH60Bs in Mayport.

Randy Roberge was a VAW NFO out of Norfolk and is now back at USNA in their recraiting department. Say "hi" to Rita.

Phil Herberer was navigating in VP-4 out of Whidbey Island, WA, but has since dropped off the face of the planet. And what about Keith Belter? Anyone know what happened to that guy?

Chris Sledge is an H-60B RAG instractor with HSL-41 and has been in San Diego for the past five years.

Clint Cresap is off to VX-1 in Pax River to work on the CH-60 project. Clint flew H-46s with HC-5 in Guam before going over to the dark side.

Tom Shanley just got married last Thanksgiving and retired from the Navy after a tour with NSA. He also picked up an M.B.A. from Loyola Baltimore.

Demetrious Geokezas, originally a SWOdaddy, transferted over to Intel and is doing well working for NATO in Italy.

Edgar Spielmann is in Chile (but out of the Chilean Navy). He and his wife, Rocio, have two baby girls.

I also heard from Dave S a m t m a n n recently.

Here's an excerpt from his recent autobiography.

I served onboard PRINCETON ( C G - 5 9 ) in San

Diego from '93-'96. Completed two wonderful WestPacs (had various jobs, though navigator was the one where Naval history will remember the Samtmann legacy). After leaving the ship I took a shore duty at FTC San Diego where I was the Weapons Training Department Head (a great job) from '96 to January '99. Got my M.B.A. from the esteemed San Diego State University at night during shore duty. I also got married in Long Island, NY, (May '98) to my lovely bride, Kim—whom I met in San Diego (Bozzo and Heisler were in the wedding party). Got out of the Navy in January '99 (was actually in Rome when I crossed into CivLant) and in February started working for General Electric Power Systems, just outside Albany, NY. It has been nice being back on the East Coast, though I miss the SoCal weather Although 1 tried to stay away I just had to get my fix of SWOness, and was lucky enough to get set up with a Naval Reserve unit right here in Albany. So I am now a weekend warrior Just built a house and have 14 wonderful fish in my 29-gallon aquarium.

And then Tom signs off. Damn.

1 got a great note from my boy, everybody's favorite prior Ron Cochrane. Ron is teaching algebra and pre-algebra at a local high school near

Bakersfield, CA. I have pity for those children because Ron is the only guy I knew who could waltz into a math-related final without cracking a book all semester and dog the thing. Ron has two daughters, Amy (6) and Katie (4), and is apparentiy enjoying the single life while working on a master's in education and plans for law school. And he's got the surname for it.

Pete Martensen picks up the ball.

Just wanted to drop your readers a quick note to let everyone know what our family is up to these days. My last tour was in Maryland with the NSA during which time my bride, who I brought east from La Jolla, and I were married at the Chapel in 1997. After getting out of the Navy in the summer of 1998, we moved to New Haven, CT, so that I could attend business school at Yale School of Management. Two years flew by and in May I graduated with an M.B.A. and concentrations in finance as well as strategy.

We are now in the process of moving back out to La Jolla so that I can take an Associate position with Pacific Corporate Group (www.paccorpgrp. com). They provide sophisticated investment analysis and advisory services in the global alternative investment market. Yeah, I know, so to put it simply, they put institutional money to work in limited partnerships. Anyway, we are very excited about moving back to sunny SoCal, the chance to start sailing again, and invite all of our friends to look us up when they are in the area. Plus, since my position involves some domestic and overseas travel, I am looking forward to catching up with others on the road.

The family situation has expanded to include a two year HatCoated Retriever named Cassiopeia.

We are looking forward to adding additional two legged members once in La Jolla.

Flat coated retriever.. .1've never hunted over one of those, but since my lab barks at downed ducks, I've got no standing.

From Alan Moore: Just wanted to drop you a note and let you know where I am and what has been going on. I am currently assigned to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division in Bethesda, MD, as a research project officer I reported here in October of 1997 after tours onboard RAMAGE (DDG-61) (Feb '96-Oct '97) and SAIPAN (LHA-2) (Febraary '93-Febraary '96). I transferted to the EDO community in early 1999 and am looking forward to attending graduate school in Monterey (or maybe MIT) next year. I recentiy eamed a master's in engineering administration degree from Virginia Tech and highly commend that anyone, with the free time, pursue advanced education.

More importantly than career accomplishments are family accomplishments. On 8 April 2000 I was married to Colleen in a small ceremony at Hebron Lutheran Church in Madison, VA (picture attached). We curtentiy live in Lake Ridge, VA, and recently added a golden retriever puppy (named "Millie") to our small family.

So, in short, life is a lot of fun and interesting at the moment. Looking forward to the '92 events that are upcoming and seeing other members of the Class. Take care.

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L to r; Alexa Steingold (in stroller), Patty Steingold, Sarah Skidmore, Jay Steingold, Taylor Steingold and Tom Skidmore Having left the Navy, Eileen and Rick Stowe are living in Connecticut where Rick is a production scheduler for Electric Boat.

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After completing my fleet tour as an E-6 pilot at VQ-4, Oklahoma City, OK, I (Sean Owens) am now an E-6 Flight Test Project Pilot at Naval Force Aircraft Test Squadron, Patuxent River, MD. My wife, Teresa and two children, Logan (4) and Ashton (2) are getting along well in southern Maryland and enjoying the respite from sea duty.

I find myself trying toflyeverything I can get my hands on to include the E-6, T-34, C-12, P-3 and C-130.

Darin Cline is now instracting NROTC at the University of Colorado in Boulder after serving his tour flying H-60s out of Mayport. He has completed his masters in systems engineering and is now working on his M.B.A. His wife, Lara, and son, Thomas, are doing great.

Sheri and Dave Zimmerman have been busy.

After leaving the Marine Corps, Dave went to work as a mission controller for the Intemational Space Station in Houston. He is now fulfilling a dream as a special agent for the FBI in Oklahoma City.

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Aside from Calvin Foster, I'm probably tied for the lead with three children, though I got a head start with my daughter, Elise (10). Since my marriage in '95 (the last time I've seen most folkspathetic), we've had two boys, Joseph Matthew (August '96) and Matthew Thomas (August '98).

San Diego gets cold in November! After a tour with a west coast E-2 squadron (WestPac, Puerto Rico, and all that fun), I've taken up residence in the Bay Area. I work for a littie-known staff on the Alameda Coast Guard station, and I'm probably one of about 100 Navy types in the entire Bay Area. I have a few '94 types in my office, Mike Brahan and Ed North way, and they're both getting out soon. F ve taken a few trips to the Gulf and Korea for Naval Coastal Warfare exercises, but I haven't ran into many Classmates during my travels. I've been in touch with Shelby Mounts, who's flying ^ 6 s in San Diego. Most of my '92 info is filtered through Shelby, so I'm not exactly the go-to guy for keeping tabs on everybody. From the looks of the message board, John Stamreich and I are the only '92 guys within 100 miles. Well, that's the nickel tour.

Singing from Shannon (Lacy) Murray (shmurray @na.ko.com): Hello from Atlanta! My husband, Scott Murtay '90 and I moved to Atlanta in 1998 after my last tour as the supply officer on MOOSBRUGGER, homeported in IVIayport. Scott got out in 1996 after pre-commissioning CARTER HALL, homeported

in Little Creek. We live in the southern 'burbs of HotLanta and are lucky enough to be able to commute to work together We are both working at The Coca-Cola Company and were blessed to have survived the lay-offs our company went through

the first quarter of 2000.1 am a senior supply analyst for our Global Procurement group and specifically for the Asia Pacific Division. Scott is a Microsoft Network Engineer working for our Global Server Operations group. We have two wonderful sons, Michael (5) and Shawn (2). Between baseball and soccer practice and games we keep pretty busy. I haven't kept in touch with many Classmates but can fill everyone in on a few.

Timi (Burnett) Lindsay graduated from NPGS and martied Eric Lindsay in December They are expecting a baby girl later this summer. Timi is curtently the protocol officer at USNA. Kristi (Keffer) Smith and her husband, Mike Smith '91 live in Virginia with their two beautiful daughters, Marianne and Katie. Kristi got out of the Navy in 1998 and works at home. Mike is planning on getting out this year.

Holly (Dobslaw) and Joe Johnson are living in Monterey, CA. with their adorable son and daughter, Alex and Kyra. Joe transferted to Crypto and is getting his master's, while Holly is the CEC officer there.

Kathy (L'ltalien) and Brett Stevens live in San Diego with their two precious daughters, Nicole and Sarah. Kathy got out of the Navy in 1998 and works with her own home business. Brett is the supply officer on a destroyer out of San Diego.

Katie (Patrick) and Scott Edwards '91 are going to be moving to the Atlanta area from Coronado this summer Katie got out of the Navy in 1999 and also works with her own home business. Scott will be flying C-9s at NAS Atlanta and they will live in Powder Springs, GA. They are expecting a baby in November We were lucky enough to get to see them when they were here last month on a house hunting trip.

Cherie (Swain) Hurford and her husband, Joel Hurford, USAFA '89, also live in the Atlanta area.

They both resigned from active duty at the end of 1997. Cherie is a computer technology consultant and Joel is a senior computer engineer with Avanade.

That is all I have for now. If anyone wants to get in touch, they can email me. Another fellow NAPS freak and 32nd Company Alumni Adolfo Ibarra informs me that he's going through Department Head School in Newpoaht, where he enjoys Ney Hall dining, and is slated to report aboard STUMP as the chief engineer this summer He also tells me Scott Kuykendall and his wife did not get shafted with a Japanese deployment, but got sent to Pascagoula instead. Sam Cook's wife is pregnant, he says, and Larry Kistler is both married and flying CH-46s in Califomia. He also heard from the mysterious, elusive Wad about two and a half years ago. In the immortal words of Mr Pat Powers, "I said hey dere you.. .pass me dat roast beef aujus."

Why, it's Alec Chalmers: Now that I've finally gotten over my nightmares where I had to complete yet another Plebe Year, completed my self confidence program, and am finally enjoying a j.o.b since I graduated from university (that's what those crazy Europeans call it ya' know) I figured it was time to complete the obligatory Shipmate story of myself Now realize that I've thought about many times before submitting an entry that goes something like this: "It's been a busy year. Just completed the astronaut program and that pesky old Harvard M.B.A. Just when I thought life was getting easier, the President recalled me into double top secret duty in the elite SEAL-Marine Recon unit and the Mrs.

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had quadraplets. Life is traly easing up though as I've accepted a position as professor emeritus at Princeton while I commute to Wall Street. Can't wait to see everyone at the five year Reunion!

I guess that honor code finally bumed in good and couldn't hit the send button without laughing too hard. So here I am having to tell all, the real deal.

I left the Navy back in 1997 after living the oxymoron of being a naval intelligence officer For those of you who remember me, you'll know how ironic it was that I actually spent five years as an intelligence officer. Much like my time at the Academy, I leamed more about how not to lead people than during any previous time in my life. I did do one thing smart during that period though, and that was to marry my wife, Maryanne. We have a littie boy who is all about getting up at five in the moming to play trains and we're expecting a girl in late September With all those 5:00 a.m. wake ups I'm sure that I could now make it out of bed for moming formation. I'm told though that by the time this actually makes it into Shipmate both children will have completed elementary school. Time flies. We recently moved back to the Annapolis area so that 1 could take a great job with USintemetworking (USIX, call your broker for a large buy order please). Every Thursday they bring in pizza for all employees. I would have worked for free pizza alone but they insisted on paying me as well so life ain't too bad.

One thing I've been waiting to do is give up some of my buddies who've prided themselves on keeping their names out of Shipmate. Here it goes: Luis Nicolao—brace yourself, head water polo coach—Princeton University, he married above his means and has procreated twice. Good news here is that both girls have their mother's good looks and show no sign of the famous Nicolao Ab. Bob Witzleb—Naval Postgraduate School.

Great wife, great dogs, and setting the world of Naval Meteorology on fire. Go Bob! Beat Army!

Sam Walker—Now I didn't know this guy at all when were going through college but we now sit about seven feet apart at work. He keeps me sane, out of trouble, and helps me keep my job.

He also married above his means, and also has two beautiful girls. They too got their looks from their mother because take it from me, Sam ain't beautiful.

John "Jack" Kennedy—Working for KPMG in the Northem Virginia area. Wife just had a baby.

Wheatfall—Married a while back.

Other friends have already been exposed in this foram and will save them further embartassment.

Hope all is well with everyone in our Class!

M y favorite this time around, however, comes from a brief email correspondence I had with a former teammate and much-valued enforcer in front of the net.

Bob: "What's up?" [paraphrase] Dave Edgarton; "Dude, Nothing much. Flying a desk in Crystal City. Working on an M.B.A. No leather hat anymore."

Y'all figure it out.

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Pres; LT Matt A m y , U S N VP/Treas: LT Matt Arnold, U S N Treas: LT Efren Mojica, USN Sec'y: LT Jim Mills, USN Corr. Sec'y: Capt Shogo Cottrell, U S M C 1405 SW Highland D r , Lee's Summit, M O 64081 h: 816-246-4489; e; shipmate@usna93.com Class Web Page: www.usna93.com Hello again ' 93! I can't beUeve that it has already been a year since I started writing articles for Shipmate. Time sure flies! News has been coming in slowly lately, but at least we do have a few letters and emails to share with everyone. So, without any further adieu, our first letter comes to us from Mei-Ling Marshall, who writes: I am not sure what the retum address on this will be as I am writing from a school computer during one of my final exam study breaks. Of coiu-se I fall within the huge group of "Gee-I-havebeen-meaning-to-write" people. So yes, I have been meaning to write.. .a lot has happened since I last sent an update to Shipmate. Let's see.. .1 am finishing up my last semester of law school here in San Diego, will graduate in May, and will take the bar in July. After that, I am due to go to Naval Justice School in Rhode Island from 7 August-5 October (Not thrilled about going, but at least it's a nice time of year there.) Aundrea Taplin finished last year and is stationed here in San Diego at the NLSO. It's been really nice to have her around, as I will be joining her at the NLSO when I retum from Rhode Island.

Other news about Classmates...! don't see many, but here's an update on those that I do see; Andrea Lindenberg is doing well. She got out of the Navy last May and is doing very well for herself in an engineering job here in San Diego.

Lindy and I spent the Army-Navy game with Debbie Draheim at Trophy's here in San Diego with the Alumni Assoc. What fun! I have heard from my roommate, Stephanie Hahn, via email and she sounds incredibly happy there on the East Coast. I always knew that she would do well.

Kirsten Krawczyk, stationed at Annapolis, stops by here occasionally and I just saw her last month.

It was great to see her.

I haven't seen an announcement about Melanie (Butler) McGee or myself lately, so I guess it's up to me to "officially" (although very belatedly) announce our good news; Melanie became a mom in November to a beautiful littie boy, Breandan Padraig, and I became one in September. Joshua David was a bit of a surprise, but the best one ever He's as cute as a bug, is crawling around and surprises us daily with his genius.

Anyway, thanks for letting me share. I will try to send in some photos...! have all the good intentions in the world, but you know how that goes.

Do take care and keep up the good work.

Thanks for writing in! Sounds like things are going great for you and I will do my best to refrain from any lawyer, s e a - l a w y e r , or J A G j o k e s .

Melanie, congratulations to you and your husband on the new one. If you're out there, please send in some pics of the latest addition!

about not inviting all of you but it was a small ceremony with just our immediate families. Laura and I met in 1997 while I was stationed with Second Battalion, First Marines (2/1) at Camp Pendleton, CA, and we now both work for Apple Computer in the Reston, VA, office where I'm a WebObjects developer I look forward to hearing from any Classmates, especially those in the area.

Feel free to contact me at: 22985 Whitehall Terrace, Steriing, VA 20166; 703-787-6644.

Congratulations Joe and we're all relieved to hear that you were able to beat your cancer! I know that many thoughts and prayers were with you and hope that it remains in submission. For you Marines out there, Joe had a feature article in the August 1999 issue of the Marine Corps Gazette. (Joe, I know that you didn't want to brag, so I'm doing it for you!).

Joe Moreno and his beautiful bride, Laura The last update that I have is an email from Greg Cameron. Greg's now living in Chicago and enjoying the good life of the Midwest.

Hello from Chicago. Katie, I and our three boys (Ryan '96, Kevin '97 and Kyle '99) are living up in the great Mid-West. I got out in April '99 and now I am working for an IT consulting company.

A far cry from Oceanography at USNA. If you're ever in the area, give us a call. Our info is posted on the Class Web page..

That's all that in this months mailbag. Keep those letters and emails coming. Don't forget that I can now send in digital photos to Shipmate. Don't worry if you don't have a digital camera or scanner, because I still take them via snail-mail at my address above! If you do submit pictures electronically, large attachments are fine since I was able to convince Jill that we absolutely had to have a cable modem. So, send them on in so I can justify my high speed Intemet connection. We'll catch ya'U next month! — S h o g o

Our n e x t u p d a t e c o m e s from J o e M o r e n o (Joseph @ apple.com): After I spent most of 1999 getting chemotherapy for Hodgkin's (stage IVb) I am happy to report that all my cancer is gone (believe me, it was everywhere). So with that inconvenience out of the way, I married the former Laura Laird of Carlsbad, CA, this past Valentine's Day. The wedding took place in Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. Sorry

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Pres: IstLt Scott K. Hombuckle, USMC 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 Road Virginia Beach, VA 23452 e: clermont_kirki@msn.com Sec'y: Chris Williams 4314 Chippewa Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32210 e: chrisandmary@ibm.net Com Sec'y: LT Jun Keck, MC, USN 1735 Felch Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207 h: 904-396-4008; e: JKeck@usna94.com Class Web Page: http://www.usna94.com Hello, '94! Well, this month's column is going to he brief With the busy summer coming to an end, hopefully many of you will pick up a pen to write, or jump on the Intemet to send some Class news my way. But we're never short of Class happenings to talk about. The Class Store is up and running on the Web site, and more people than ever are signed up on the Class list. We've got over 70 percent of the Class registered. So, if you are trying to ttack down a Companymate or teammate you haven't seen since graduation, chances are you'll find them on the Class list.

I've had to make some changes on the Web site.

It tums out that somebody (probably not a graduate) decided to upload some pornographic photos on our picture archive... not once, but twice! (Thank you to the ever vigilant eyes who brought this debauchery to my attention.) So, I've password protected the picture upload option. It is the same as for the Class Ust, so you shouldn't have any problems. If you do, just shoot me an email, and I'll hook you up.

A Class message board is currently being fitted for the Web site and should be up and ranning by the time you read this. Feel free to post Class news, events, opinions, suggestions, marriages, births, garage sales, or whatever Just keep it PG in nature and we won't have any problems.

We've picked up some new sponsorship for the Web site. Thanks to a generous donation, we now have an additional advertisement baimer at the bottom of the site. This money goes directiy into the Class fund to support the Web site and Class activities. Our site is pretty much funded for the next decade now. See the Web site for an update on our finances, or email Kirk Clermont with any questions.

Before I depart for the month, let me encourage you to take advantage of the message board if you are planning to have any tailgaters for the football games. Whether the game is in Annapolis or Orlando (Notte Dame), I'm sure we could always get a contingency of grads together for a tailgater Alright '94. That's it for now. Have a great fall.

Please write and send pictures. Take care and God bless. C-ya.. .Jim

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Pres: LT Bart Phillips, USN 7980 Sevan Court, Unit D, San Diego, CA 92123 e: bartphillips@ibm.net; hm: 858-278-2739 Sec'y: Capt Tonya R. Barz, USMC 6416 Sugar Maple Court, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 h: 540-548-3344; e: barzt@yahoo.com Greetings, '96! Onward to the news of the month!

Rick Azenon writes from sunny North Carolina with an update. He recently retumed from SERE in Maine where he underwent training with Maureen McFarland, Sara Stires '98, Tony Toma '98, and Wayne Pratas '98. Mo is doing well at VMAQ-3 at Cherry Point. Grads on the Marine side include Dave Smith '94, Kevin Glather '94, and Brian Koch. Rick is currently flying with HMM-162, which is working up to deploy on NASSAU in November It will relieve HMM-264 (home of Tom Wolter, Jeremy Orr, and John Sarno) which is currently deployed on PELELIU. Jen Goddard is flying with HMM-266. Rick provides the missing person quest for this month: Jason Meiners, where are you? Thanks, Rick.

The next note arrives from David Noble (davidntracey@juno.com) jotting us from the Defense Language Institute in Monterey. He arrived there over a year ago and checked aboard the Navy detachment as the administrative department head and the legal officer. Last September, he went to work for the operations, planning, and programs directorate of DLI (he adds that he is now... "down with the OPP"). Besides not working on the ocean blue, David also works for an Air Force major doing short term and strategic planning for DLI and maintains the collateral of legal officer (which he loves!). Best of all, David adds, he is also studying for his master's in elementary education. Tracey,

his wife of three years, is working as a critical care cardiac nurse at a local hospital. David has come across the following Alumni down in Monterey to include Art Aragon, Charlos Washington '94, Charlotte Welsh '97, Mike Kuypers, and David Ruth. Additional folks there are Dave Bretz '93, Kevin Hansen, Brian Deneve '94, Scott Gray '94, and John Gabrielson '94. Bob Willingham also caught up with David while his SEAL platoon was conducting some MOUT training up at the former Fort Ord. I appreciate the update!

Dan Smith, of mighty 15 th Company, writes with some news from the WASP and the 24th MEU. They got underway 19 Febraary after weather delayed ttansporting the helicopters to the ship. The deployment has proven an exciting one as they flew into Skopje, Macedonia, for some operations and spent about a month flying over Kosovo. An eye-opener for the portion of the MEU that was allowed "in country" (limited due to a Status of Forces Agreement) proved to be flying around and seeing the destmction and fresh graves literally everywhere.

Dan also distinctly recalls Kosovar-Albanians proudly flying the Albanian flag over their desttoyed homes. After their operations, they hit some liberty ports and headed for Spain to complete the remainder of the float. Added excitement was in June when the squadron began to make some new HACs (Helicopter Aircraft Commanders). (Hopefully, congratulations are in order as you read this, Dan!). Thanks for the info, Dan. (I apologize on the pictures, but I did not get them. Please send again!)

The last news is rare in that it is personal. On 7 August 1999, Tyler Bush and I were married in Billings, MT. The greatest blessing was the presence of so many wonderful people who also made this oncein-a-lifetime event a long awaited reunion as well.

Classmates Amy Bertas (C-130s, Cherry Point), Jenn Tica (Tomahawk Strike Planner, Norfolk), and Annika Moman (I & I, CA) acted as bridesmaids.

On Tyler's side were Brad Snodgrass (destroyer, Mayport), Lou Camardo (F-18 RAG, CA), Jake Jenkins (Recruiting, Baltimore), Liam Hulin (SEAL, CA), and Marc Amos (Perot Systems).

Additional Classmates sharing in our special day included Megan Gerstenfeld (assistant logistics officer, SPMAGTF(x), Quantico), Laurent Hayward (field engineer, GE), and Erik Estenson (P3s, WA). Seeing that Big Sky Montana is not near any Navy or Marine Corps duty stations, everyone made considerable sacrifices to join us, and it meant the world to us. The most infamous wedding gift received came from the "Brothers" in the form of "Marty the Moosehead" that was conveniently wait167

ing in our hotel room after the wedding. Thanks, guys, and to all who shared our special day! Tyler has been the commanding general's aide at the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab, and I am now instracting at The Basic School.

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Jack Pritchett wrote me from NAS JAX where he flies with Jon Spore and Sean McCarthy at VP-5. They recentiy completed a dual deployment to Puerto Rico and Iceland, but more importantly, Jack got married. He married the former Tara Fuqua 3 July '99 in San Diego. In attendance were: Jack's brothers Les Pritchett '93 and Bill Pritchett '01, Tara's brother, Chris Fuqua '96, Matt Swanson, Ted Fires, Scott Tasin, John OHver, Matt Hall, Ike Ofodile, John Marinovich, John Cremins '98, Steve Marty '96, Rick Piechota '96, Dave Lakamp '96 and Adam Piepkom '96. Bestman was Tarey Gettys and Brian Antonelli and Jon Perkins were groomsmen.

Ed O'Grady wrote me from NAS JAX where he flies 60s in HSL-44 witii Katie Mullen, Ben Domato, and Oisin Courtney. Ed also sees fellow JAX aviators Brannon Bickel, Mike Norton, Brian Tannehill, Kristen Bowden and Mark Richardson around JAX. Dave Cuthbert was there recently for SAR swimmer school before going back to being the DCA on CENTURY a minesweeper out of TX. Other JAX folks include: 60 aviators Sam Wartell, Cliff Cosby, Shawn Slade and Jeremy Vaughn; P-3 aviators John Spore, Dee Dee Zallnick, Scott Voglesonger, Chris Nash, Katie Hill, and Sam Gage. Through the grapevine, Ed also heard: Blair Swaim is doing well as an SD SWO; Adam Mackie recentiy got off his first deployment with SEAL Team 5 and was married to Sofi Garcia '99; Pete Brahan is serving on ALBUQUERQUE in Groton and was married in June; I see more '97 folks in one weekend in San Di- Brendan Powell, a USMC jet pilot, and his wife ego than I did in months in Norfolk, but now I hear had their first son, Oscar; Laura Holtmeier, flya there's a few more in VA, including Paul Felini ing somewhere on the west coast; Jon Clemens, (married in July and flying F-14s out of Oceana), good luck in the Olympic trials.

Scott Braddock (married in June and also flying Ian Hawley wrote me from Corpus Christi, TX. F-14s out of Oceana), Billy Gallagher (graduated BUD/s in April, now at SEAL Team 2), and Jon He got his wings back in Oct '99 along with Keith Sagaser (navigator on PETERSON). Amanda Powell, Chris Cosby, and James Norris '96 out MacAlpin deployed to Vieques with an LCAC det of VT-31 where tiiey flew the TC-12. Chris went to JAX with VP-30. Keith, James and Ian all received back in April and May. orders to remain in Corpus Christi as selectively retained graduate (SERGRAD) flight instructor with some other '97 grads including Dave Lundhal and Shannon Clark, VT-31; Keith Powell and Eric Roe, VT-28. They completed instractor training and will be flying with students until sometime next summer Liam Booher is also a SERGRAD down in Kingsville, TX, and is teaching jets with VT-22. Ian IA tlixAÂŁ/ (Z- (jjeoMAA^ OX/' and Scott Taylor attended Gerald Smith's wedding to Vishitra. The couple has since moved to Whidbey Island where Gerald will be flying P-3s for VP-40, CKXXiAcOt/iA (A/x/U&AA/ and Scott Taylor is leaming toflythe Prowler Jon Sagaser got back from Med/Gulf cruise (^^jOi-iACcleAA oiAltn^ c/jMAy^-'^u/^ (^/lAJtAAoi aboard JOHN HANCOCK around April. Jon then moved to Norfolk, but he left behind in Jax Karsten Da Call 410-263-4448 for information.

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Jon's also seen Augie Sciulla and Irv Gray. Angle's flying P-3s out of NAS Jax and Irv Gray got married at the chapel on 13 May. Brad Butler, a UH-IN pilot at Pendleton sent me this: The following folks are in Atlas Country at H M T - 3 0 3 at Camp Pendleton: Brad Butler, Hueys west; John Jaeski, Hueys west; Chris Merrill, Cobras east; Jason Gibson is also on his way out here to fly Cobras and Josh Clayton just finished the Cobra syllabus. Randy Staab is with the Knightriders at HMMT-164, the Phrog FRS, along with Ryan Demik and Jeff Olesko. Aaron Shelley and Ed Pavelka will be joining us out here in CA at Miramar once they're done with the CH53E FRS at MCAS New River, NC. Foster Carlile also recently pinned on his wings of gold...I think he got skids, but I can't remember for sure.

Dave Lundahl sent me a letter covering much the same stuff as Ian Hawley, also saying that Dave, Keith Powell, Shannon Clark, and Eric Roe are all in master's programs at local universities and plan to finish by the time they head to Jax the summer of 2001.

Tom Heptig, Speros Koumperakis and Tom Sweatman hit the Big Apple for New Year's Eve. Speros went to Bridgewater, CA, for cold weather ttaining afterwards. Tom Heptig was in Maine for SERE ttaining not too long ago after finishing flight school. Tom Sweatman is at Emerald Isle in North Carolina between Lejuenne and Cherry Point. He got reprieve from the North CaroUna life to go to Greece May-June for an exercise, but unfortunately missed his brother Dan Sweatman '03, climbing Hemdon. Tom has broken his nose at least three times this year playing ragby. On a side note. Hunter and Chris Messineo are blissfully married and still in Yuma. Jeff Walker got engaged too.

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Jason Hall and his wife celebrated the birth of their son. Carter Scott Hall, 12 April '00. I'd be remiss not to mention Catherine and Dave Earp's wedding 27 November '99 and Dan Feliz's wedding in January '00. Dan married Dave's younger sister Sarah.

I've been getting a lot more email lately, please keep it coming. Take careâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Groove

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Pres: David Forman e: DSForman@aol.com; h; 843-763-6458 Vice Pres: John Chau Treas: Daniel J. Martin Sec'y: Shawn C. Gee Corr. Sec'y: Carrie Howe 44237 Webster, Canton, MI 48187 e: Ljohowe@aol.com Hello Great ' 9 8 ! I hope the summer is tteating all of you well. I suppose congratulations are in order to all of us, LTjgs that we are. Did anyone not make it? I ran into Ed Stickle on the pier after I pinned on the silver and he was going to do his the next day. I asked him why the delay and he just said, 'There is no way you are going to get a salute." I could only laugh. Now to the news from the fleet.

From Gene Brown: I am marrying Andrea Schlott from Bischofsheim, Germany. I got my SWO pin on 3 March. John Riudcka is out on RUSHMORE with me. We retumed from WestPac on 21 December.

Gene sent me an invitation to the wedding, and I had no idea what it was until I opened it. I don't have too many acquaintances in Bischofsheim. Best of luck Gene, I hope the Chapel is packed for you!

From Ken Douglas: Not much info to report from Charleston. As far as I can tell I am the only '98er in the area, though some of our two-year grad school shippies should be showing up at power school soon. I have successfully passed my FWB and comp and am just waiting for my oral board. News for Shipmate is I got my ship assignment. I will be reporting to MiCHGAN (SSBN-727, Blue) out of Bangor around the beginning of October after sub school and my wedding.

Don't let SOBC wear you down (ha!) and aU the best on the wedding.

A quick note from Cole Bryan: Right now I am immersed in a sea of musculoskeletal pathology (still beats EE!).

Good luck, and it's good to see that you stiU know you are in the Navy ( a "sea" of pathology). Subtle, but trae.

A nice letter from Clay Shane: From San Diego helo-land, Nate Bitz just finished SERE today, and after taking a look at him, you could tell. Nate said that Betsy Davis, and Laura Ibck were all in his SERE class with him.

Now that Nate has finished with his beatings, he will be checking into HSL-41 at North Island to leam how to fly the SH-60B, and Betsy and Laura are checking into HC-3 to fly the CH-46. Nate got his wings, along with Jen Segnin, Matt Williams, Darrei Capo, Blake Wilbum, Eric Poss, and Clay Shane all on 17 December. Eric is flying CH-53s out of Italy. Jen, Dartel, and I are all in the same class in HSL-41. We also have Brian Pimunill '94 joining the class, who is transitioning from the CH-46 to the new CH-60S. Jen will be

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staying here in San Diego, Dartel is headed to Hawaii, and I am off to Japan, as soon as we finish here at the RAG. Jason Bauman is a class ahead of us and is also getting married at the end of this month. He will also be going to Japan.

I went through SERE with Jay Vellon, Rick Ullman, Dave Harris, Jen Seguin, and John Dinh. Jay is leaming to fly the CH-46. Rick had his Budweiser, and we all looked to him for inspiration. Matt Williams and Susanne Weinrich are flying die SH-60F over at HS-10. Tobey Bartee is out in Virginia Beach, soaking up rays, and leaming the fine arts of intelligence. He will be heading down to Puerto Rico to help them with their drag problems.

Brad Storey is also out in Virginia Beach, doing the Intel thing attached to the Pukin' Dogs, who has dubbed him Bedtime (go figure) and tries to get as many rides in the F-14 that he can. When Brad is done deploying with those guys, it looks like he is headed to Monterey for more school. I am sure I am leaving out tons of people from out here in Califomia. Like Jim Brady, who Danel and I sponsor on his weekends off from TwentyNine Palms. Jim just got back from Okinawa and says that he might just be going back...soon. So anyway, sorry this is so random, but there is some news from Califomia.

Good update Clay, thanks.

Another good one from Patrick Mattes: Hey all. A bunch of us are living in Jacksonville, FL. I am living with Ed Hoak right now, but he will be leaving for Hawaii soon as will Ken "I now have red hair" Chong. Ryan Lilley is leaving soon for sunny Branswick, ME, which is probably a good idea for his liver since the last time he tried to party with us, he ended up with a bunch of Navy nurses giving him an IV while he was convulsing on the floor. I ran into a bunch of those nuke types. Jake Scott, AD Bonakdar, Samit Varma, and Rob Camell live pretty close by. Gaby Bolton visited from her stint at the beloved Airbome school and also made it to Meridian, MS, where she stayed with Becky Dowling.

If you come to Jax, you can most likely find us at Hurricane Hatties, a local watering hole that brings back memories of spring break and WWF. We will be drinking a potent blue drink affectionately known as smurf piss. This drink has created more shady situations than the entire classes of '94 and '96 combined. AD (fijeled by smurf piss) can be seen clearing the dance floor with his blinding "dancing" skills or his brate strength, while Ed "Skeletor" Hoak cannot seem to keep his shoes on or for that matter, any of his clothes. We also ran into Terry Fusner '96 and Brian "Weasel" Grahm '96.

Another weekend, several of the crew and Keith Harnetiaux '97 graced the world famous Femandina Beach Shrimp Festival which tumed out to be a bust.

Getting back to Navy things, Jake and Rob are driving the newest submarine in the fleet while the lot of us are flying the oldest plane in the fleet aka the papa trips. Both break, catch fire, and just plain don't work about the same. Jason Owens and Mike Borrelli are also here in Jacksonville.

Jason's family is growing by the minute with two beautiful children and another on the way. I guess that is everything going on here. One of these days, I will know what it is like to be operational, but until then Ed "Bones" Hoak and I will continue to drive to South Beach Miami to meet Latrell Sprewell and Patrick Ewing. But that is another story. Miss you all especially Chris Kovack sweating in Guam.

Thanks, Pat. One last note, Tony Licari apparentiy had a few (milli)seconds of fame on ABC news. 'When all the stations were reporting about the "love b u g " viras and showing computer screens on TV, someone spotted Tony's email address. H m m m m m m . . .1 hear some of the funniest things.

OK ' 9 8 . That wraps up yet another month. Keep checking back at our Web page: www.usna98.org.

Thanks to the hard work of Mike Gawlas, we are going to have a high-speed registry that will allow us to look up Classmates, and actually get a hold of them (it's kind of hard when you move around every six months like I do and not everybody has your email address). Take it easy, and lead on.

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Pres: Buster O'Brien e: firstcompany@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Ben Adeyemi e: nigeriansteele@hotmail.com Treas: Jason Mendenhall Sec'y: Minh-tu Nguyen 6716 Stonecutter Drive, Burke, VA 22015 h: 703-644-7924; e: minhtu99@yahoo.com Hello ' 9 9 ! It's wonderful to hear everyone is doing so well out in the fleet. You have been great with all your emails, letters, pictures and updates!

Keep them coming! I've definitely got plenty of letters, updates, and information to pass onto everyone so let's get started. I received a letter from Mary (Godfrey) Dickson recentiy, updating us on everyone living the temporary civilian life over at Stanford: Hi Minh-tu! The rest of us Stanford folks decided to check in with you and let you know what we are up to. There are six of us here; John Waterston, Jo Nguyen, Matt Densing, Nicole Aunapu, Kevin Simmons and myself. We see each other around school sometimes and have managed to go out together in downtown Palo Alto a few times to catch up. Here is what's going on with everyone. From John Waterston; "I am engaged and getting married this August in Dallas.

(Sec'y note: Congratulations, John! Wishing you the best as you start your new life together!) I am studying harder than ever here at Stanford, but loving the area. Hope to hear from many of you in the future."

Matt Densing has been TA'ing an undergrad lab course this year while getting ready for a stay at Santa Cmz this summer He takes trips to Vegas and in his spare time is working towards a master's degree in EE. I got married to Doug Dickson, USAFA '99, on 11 December 1999, in Colorado. The two of us met while on exchange at West Point. Doug has been at flight school in Mississippi since January, so I am hurrying to finish my master's degree in stractural engineering this June. After that, I'll be heading to NAS Meridian, MS, as the base ROICC. Kevin Simmons is getting his master's in construction management and plans to stay longer to pursue an engineer degree in design/constraction integration. Rumor has it Kevin spent a good part of his first quarter chasing freshmen girls around libraries, but he seems to have settled down a bit since then.

From Nicole; "All 1 do is hang out in sunny Califomia and get my butt kicked by classes. I can't wait to go to TBS, crazy as that sounds. Since I don't have soccer anymore I picked up kickboxing and I'm starting to do those high-tech adventure races. I still work with a damn windtunnel and turbine blades, but I'm also taking this wildemess mountaineering class where we go rock climbing or snow camping in the backcountry every other weekend, so I've met a lot of cool people."

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she looks much more relaxed now than we've ever seen her at the academy. Maybe that's what med school does? We've sent pictures of one of our outings together Hope to hear from everyone soon!

Mary (Godfrey) Dickson, Nicole Aunapu, and Jo Nguyen

John Waterston and Kevin Simmons

Mary, thanks for the letter and update on everyone. I had the exceptional opportunity of ranning into Auburn and Mike Oar as well as former Classmate Don Marshall the other day, in the mall of all places. Mike and Auburn were relaxing, taking the day off, getting ready for their move halfway across the world while catching up on old times with Don. Don is currently working for a company that sends him to local malls, looking for available commercial space; from the amount of times his beeper went off, it seems that he is quite the man in demand. If anyone would like to get in touch with him, shoot me a message and I'll get you the information.

Auburn did send me a beautiful picture of their wedding party; all the sword-bearers were members of 10th Company.

They wanted to let everyone know that they are nervous but excited about going to Japan. Julia Duke wrote recentiy to give us an update on how she and Steve Duke are doing: Steve and I just retumed from a two-week trip to Texas, where we stayed with his family and then said good-bye. While in Texas we did everything from deep-sea fishing to horseback riding. It was a very nice time and I really enjoyed the warm weather.

We officially move on 4 May. We fly out of National in the aftemoon and after two layovers we will artive in Okinawa at 11:45 a.m. on the 6th! I am now so excited. I just want to have a place to live of my own, a bed of my own, and my shoe collection. Steve and I don't know yet where we will be stationed, so we have no idea about the housing that is available. We also have not been able to contact our sponsor to ask them if they will meet us at the airport. I guess this will traly be our great adventure. Steve has decided to keep his track, instead of selling it. So we are storing it in Texas until we retum to the states. I, on the other hand, have been trying to sell my Beetle with no success. So if you know anyone who is looking for a cute little car... ?

Thanks for the update, Julia. If anyone is interested in buying her cute, little yellow VW bug, give me a ring and I'll point you in the right direction.

Kyle Wilkes (wilks99@netzero.net) sent m e an

update this past 28 May: I'm finally back home in beautiful San Diego, loving life when I'm not getting tortured on my ship, HARPERS FERRY (LSD-49), as I'm sure most all SWO JOs understand. The beaches are great, the ladies are hot and they love to have a good time (which is always fine by me). I'm lucky enough to be on the same ship as my roommate from USNA, Mike Marinello, so now instead of sharing a small room at USNA, we have a lovely stateroom to spread our feet out. Other USNA on my ship are Pam Phillips '98 and Rick Ardalino '97. We're leaving Tuesday to spend six weeks going in circles around Hawaii for RimPac. I'll be looking forward to doing a lot of Scuba diving and drinking when we finally get some time off over there, not to mention some midshipmen are going with us, so it should be fun helping the USNA midshipmen set new records of rack time instead of standing watch (you know, like all good midshipmen should do). If they're ROTC, I'm thinking of having my division torture them to get a little payback for all the fun they get to have during their college years.

In closing, I thought I would share a littie story that happened to me last night. I was in Newport Beach doing a littie boozing with some friends, and who walks in but the guy that played Shooter McGavin in Happy Gilmore (I think his name is something like Chris McDonald or McDaniel's... something), we just called him Shooter throughout the night. Cool dude, enjoyed hanging out with him and his multiple little hot lady friends (which, as I said, was fine by me). Well, wish us SWODaddies some luck to make it through RimPac. Thanks again and I'll talk with you later Thanks for writing, Kyle, and don't break too many hearts down there in San Diego.

H e r e ' s an u p d a t e from R o b A l m e i d a (bluewaterl3@yahoo.com): Hi there, I am on duty right now and was just looking through Shipmate so I figured I'd update everyone on my sitaation and others that I know of. Well anyway, I'm on the PAUL F. FOSTER ( D D -

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gratulations to Susan and Dave R a y m o n d as well as B e m i c e (Javier) and G e r v y Alota who will be expecting new additions to their families in the near future. I ' m sure these proud mommas and poppas to-be will be more than happy to send us pictures of their little '99ers as soon as they can.

Here's an update from E d w a r d W a r d : Howdy from Randolph AFB, Texas. I cannot believe we have been out a year already and I still have not yet encountered this mysterious "fleet" I have heard so much about. 1 will be receiving my NFO wings on 23 June and then immediately head out to San Diego for SERE school to play in the desert for a couple of weeks. 1 have a short stay in NAS Whidbey Island for the EP-3E mini-RAG before reporting to the Rangers of VQ-2 EP-3E squadron in Rota, Spain, on 15 December. Best of luck and congrats to Jack Stewart, Brad Trosclair, and Doug Booher who recently selected jets.

Thanks for the update Ed and best of luck in Spain! M a t t M a r k h a m writes from Quantico to give us an update on some former 6tb C o members:

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Mitch Eisenburg and Ben Oakes are here too, but I'm not sure which ship they're on, sorry. I can find out though if you want. SWO life has been treating me too well so far and this whole having to work thing is a drag. Whatever. Hopefully I'll ran into a bunch of people at the Buffett concert in SD in April. If it's possible, can you put in my email address in Shipmate'! There's a bunch of people I've lost touch with but would love to hear from them. Hope this helps, good luck.

Thanks for update, Rob. I hope they're keeping you busy up there in Everett. Allyson (Shippee) Whitmer sends us a picmre from her wedding ceremony on 22 Jan 2000 to Classmate Dave W h i t m e r .

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ception immediately following in the Governor Calvert House in downtown Annapolis.

Allyson also gives us an update on how she and D a v e and some Classmates are doing down in Texas: I am originally from Pittsburgh, PA, and have my B.S. degree in accounting from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Dave is curtently finishing intermediate flight training for E2/C2 aircrafts.

Married life is fun. We are stationed in Corpus Christi, TX, along with J o h n Dolby, BJ Armstrong, Jay Owens, and OUi Stormer and that's all the more I can remember They are all training to fly. Dave is training to fly the E2/C2 and Dolby just selected and got his first choice of helos, the rest are farther behind and haven't selected yet.

She also included a picture from a tittle Hawaiian party they had last May. Thanks for the pictures and update, Allyson. I hope everyone is enjoying married life as much as you and Dave are. Which reminds me, a huge con-

I've got a little info you may be interested in.

Walt Giardina (6th Company) just tied the knot.

Garth Burnett, Mack Harkin, Pete Ladowicz, Tim Ladowicz '01, Bill Marple, and I were all there to see the big guy kiss away his bachelorhood. At the wedding. Bill had a very, very good time and I'll leave it at that. He is waiting for the next IOC class to start. Walt is going to be stationed at San Diego. Pete is doing well at Pensacola. More news from members of 6th Company, OUi Stormer is going toflyE-2s. He's pretty excited about it. Mike Edwards (NFO) did not get maritime (P-3s) and he's pretty upset about it.

He is curtently ranked 3rd in his NFO class. Paul T\illy continues to do well down at Corpus Christi where he is just over halfway done with primary.

Nate Shall graduates IOC on 8 May. He'll be going to Pendleton. Wish him luck!

H e r e ' s a l e t t e r from B r i a n Tabinga (tabingb@cape-st-george.navy.mil): Hey I just wanted to say hi and let you know how I was since I'm still getting these Shipmates.

I left so quickly from SWOS that I really didn't get to tell people where I was or how to reach me.

Right now I'm in the Med on deployment, met my ship CAPE ST GEORGE (CG-71) only a month into their deployment right from SWOS. It sucked leaving so early. But since then I've been to Mykonos, Greece; Lymmosol, Cypras (twice, I'm here right now!); Rijeka, Croatia; Haifa, Israel; La Madallena, Italy; and soon to be transiting to the Persian Gulf. Just yesterday, I was at the Miss Universe Coronation Ball because Miss Universe was in Cypras. Me and a bunch of officers went in chokers and it was the time of my life. I danced with Miss America, Miss Ireland, and others I don't even know. When I get the pics I'll send them to you on email!

Sounds like you're having more than your share of fun on your Med craise, Brian. I ' m sure you swept all those beautiful ladies off of their feet with your chivalrous charms.

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Our last and final letter comes from Kerry George (kerrygeorge@juno.com): Not much going on here, besides med school!

Keeping all of us here at USU very busy! We are getting ready to do our summer training in Quantico, VA, forfieldcombat medical skills, yes docs with guns! We finish up with our first year of med school on 16 June. It can't come fast enough! On a more personal note, I got engaged on 18 April to Danny Hudson '00. We are going to get martied either Dec 2000 or June 2001, not sure which yet! I am s-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o excited! Danny will be in grad school at University of Maryland at College Park, so we will both be in the Bethesda area, which is great! Kelly George starts flight school on 2 June 2000, and will be meeting up with all of our Classmates that went to Naval Postgraduate school in Monterey, CA. They all get down to Florida in June sometime, I think. Kelly and I are driving cross-country this Friday to get her back from California (Mirimar where she TAD'ed) to Pensacola. Should be a great road trip! Hehehehehehe.

Hope everything is going well for you. How does Jo like Stanford? Long way from home! I don't think I would have done so well that far away! While Jo is at Bethesda this summer, I will be in Califomia, actually! I am going to be doing a wildemess medicine course in Bridgeport, CA, at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center in July. I am very excited about it, but it is going to be very challenging. I am looking forward to it, though. The altitude will be interesting! 7,000-10,000 feet! Please tell Jo I said hi and we miss her at USU. Have a great day!

Thanks for the letter, Kerry. Congratulations on your engagement! It sounds like everyone's got another busy and full summer ahead. In my last issue, I forgot to add Willie Hemandez to the list of Fox Co graduates from Quantico. He is currentiy down in Pensacola right now waiting to start up flight school as an NFO. He reports in that Pensacola is nice and that he is living with Josue Diaz who has already started flight school. Now, I am finally coming to the end of this incredibly long column; this one definitely wins the prize for longest column ever Our last big batch of SWO officers have graduated and now officially left Newport, RI. Listed are the last of the SWOs '99ers their respective ships: Greg Adams-BruE RIDGE ( L C C 19), Josh Ali-Carney (DDG-64), Dwayne Barnett-PELELiu (LHA-5), Dan Beck-HicciNS (DDG-76), Taryn Brady-pLETCHER (DD-992), Jake Bray-TARAWA (LHA-1), Andrew BurnsGEORGE PHILIP ( F F G - 1 2 ) , Greg Chesnut-McFAUL

(DDG-74), BJ Cipperiey-SENTRY (MCM-3), Steve Draper-DEFENDER (MCM-2), Brian EIHS-LAKE ERIE ( C G - 7 0 ) , J. Karl Haywood-DENVER (LPD-

9), Edd Hendee-CoRONADO (AGE-11), Brad HoffELLIOTT (DD-967), Brian JOHCS-SAN JACINTO ( C G -

56), Alex Leanos-SALVOR (ARS-52), Sofia (Garcia) Mackie-MoBiLE BAY (CG-53), Mark Mill-RENTz (FFG-46), Mike Olmstead-CAMOEN (AOE-2), Dave Paz-SAFEOUARO (ARS-50), Ginnie Plitt-AsHLAND (LSD-48), Marlon "Duke" Powers-DEXTROus (MCM-13), Joe Randall-LEYTE GULF (CG-55), Pam Rawe-CuRTis WILBUR ( D D G -

54), Lyle Walker-PoRTLAND (LSD-37), Mike WallOGDEN ( L P D - 5 ) , Mike Wilkins-PoNCE (LPD-15), and Sarah Zarro-THORN (DD-988).

I think that's everyone. If I left anyone out, I sincerely apologize and please send me a message of reprimand. Let me know how shipboard life is like as soon as you all report to your ships. I think this is more than enough information for this month's column; much thanks and gratitude to everyone who sent me all the updates, pictures and information.

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00 Pres: J.V. "Murph" McCarthy Vice Pres: Art Terry Treas: Nick Lalota Sec'y: Tim O'Connor 317 N. Pleasant Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450 e: ShipmateOO@yahoo.com From the Highlands of Salamanca Spain, Murph and Timmy reporting: It is kind of tough to add anything on paper to what transpired for all of us just a couple of weeks ago. Needless to say a few things are going to change from here on out. To name a few: reading your ATM receipt can now be a motivating experience. The term "On Weekend" is now defunct and there will be no necessary stretching routine or scrambling for a tab, a cover, and roommate on Friday nights for fear of turning into a pumpkin once the clock strikes midiught. If you now wish to see an 0-6 over a parking dispute you are going to have to park on his or her lawn for a period of days to get the same degree of affection you once warranted as a Mid. Corrections Dave Ryno is in fact going naval aviation, not surface warfare. A board met recently and decided that Reeno can actually fit into something smaller than a destroyer. Congratulations and sorry about the misprint. For our shipmates that service selected civilian, please update us on your happenings. We love you regardless of the hair-grooming standards that you no longer need to maintain. Once we get all your information, you will get your own service selection edition.

In closing, we would like to start a tradition with our Shipmate entries. It will be called the "brownbagger update." For those unfamiliar with the term, this will reveal who has recently gotten married and brings a nice little carefully packed brown paper bag to work while the rest of us are ordering Papa John's every meal and neglecting to monitor our finances (ref-SDL III May 2000, Dant's Call).

Here is the list of couples of Comm Week Weddings and the Mids phone or email: Friday, 25 May MIDN Michael Bryan and Ms. Jennifer Hamilton (x35144) MIDN Carl L. Zeppegno and Ms. Kimberlee Johnson (Zeppegno @ gwmail,usna.edu) MIDN Brown and Ms. Ross (no number) MIDN John Chemycz and Ms. Marshall (Chemycz @ gwmail.usna.edu) MIDN Jones and Ms. Fryer (no number) Saturday, 26 May MIDN Joel Uzarski and Ms. Heather Fifield (Uzarski@gwmail.usna.edu)

MIDN Howard Eaton and Ms. Sara Cerul (Eaton@gwmail.usna.edu) MIDN Terrence Dickman and Ms. Janette Dunham (Dickman@gwmail,usna.edu) MIDN Jimmy Karam and Ms. Verena Fritzsche (Karam@tgwmail.usna.edu) MIDN Zuben Sharma and Ms. Esther Gray (X35144) Sunday, 27 May ENS Mark Symmes '98 and MIDN Lauren Narducci(x35150) MIDN Robert Alexander and Ms. Tina Herman (x35150) MIDN Brian Stephens and Ms. Andrea Caraccio (x35162) MIDN Taylor Rempe and Ms. Stephanie Henefeld(x35183) MIDN Ian Scaliatine and Ms. Elisa Lanciault (X35180) MIDN Ryan Hough and Ms. Katherine Luongo (Hough@gwmail.usna.edu) Send us a quick note with your names, old and new, and where you found this permanent shipmate, keep the soupy stories to a minimum.

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ALABAMA Alabama Chapter Dr. Roy A. Smith III '73 530 Bayhill Ridge Circle Hoover, AL 35244-3338 h: 205-979-8070 e: RoyS5564@aol.com Rear Admiral Dawson '70 Addresses Naval Academy Alumni The Alabama Chapter welcomed RADM J. Cutler Dawson Jr to its spring meeting and dinner at the Vestavia Hills Country Club on 21 April 2000. Admiral Dawson is a 1970 graduate of the Naval Academy. In his 30 years of active service, ADM Dawson has commanded MOLALA (ATE-106), BRONSTEIN ( F F 1037), HARRY W. HILL CDD-986) and PRINCETON ( G G -

59). He served as commander. Naval Forces Centtal Command during Operation Desert Shield and as commander of Cruiser Desttoyer Group 12 and ENTERPRISE Battie Group. ADM Dawson is married to Debrah Loudon Dawson of Seattie, WA, and they have three children.

Following a successful golf outing organized by Chuck Bailey '60 of Hoover, ADM Dawson greeted the Naval Academy Parents' Club including Chapter co-Presidents Allan and Kathy Rowe.

The admiral also gave pointers to Marguerite Brewer '04 of Gulf Shores, and Matt Eck '04 of Helena, both of whom will be starting as Plebes at the Academy in July.

Following cocktails and lively conversation.

Chapter President Dr Roy Smith '73 called the meeting to order The colors were smartly presented by a color guard from the Naval Reserve Center located in Bessemer (FCl Haas, YNl Rasico, YN2 Miller and GN2 Moore). Overseeing the operation was Reserve Center Conunander Dean Brazier and his wife, Julia.

John Stevenson '73 provided a moving benediction and then sat down with his wife, Mary, as all enjoyed a fine diimer of honey pecan cmsted sea bass or stilton filet of beef with pinot noir. Joining ADM Dawson, Dr and Susan Smith, and Alan and Kathy Rowe at the head table were founding Chapter President Morris Hackney '53 and Chapter Vice President Kevin Patten '85 and his wife, JoEUen. During his speech, ADM Dawson shared his unique insight into the current state of the Naval Service and Naval Academy with the assembled group. He also related his experience representing the Naval Service to our Congress, and explained how today's priorities shape the Navy's future effectiveness.

Dr Roy Smith presented ADM Dawson with an engraved Naval Academy lamp in thanks for joining the group and then read a special commendation recognizing the tireless and on going efforts of immediate past president ADM Jack Natter '62.

New Chapter members Darlene and Mark Graham '67 were winners of the silent auction for a genuine and weti-wom Academy mess hall chair, recentiy retired after over 40 years of dedicated service. Mark Abbott, parent of MID Ben Abbott '01 won the raffle for a copy of Keepers of the Sea autographed by ADM Dawson.

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L to r: RADM Jack Natter '62, Past President; Dr Roy Smitii '73, President; RADM Cutier Dawson '70, Chief of Legislative Affairs; Kevin Patton '85, Vice President Upcoming Chapter Events Annual Summer Picnic at Oak Mountain State Park on Sunday, 27 August 2000 Fall Dinner (speaker tba) at Vestavia Hills Country Club on Friday, 15 September 2000 Navy-GA Tech football game in Atlanta on Saturday, 16 September 2000 Army-Navy Party at the Vestavia Hills Country Club on 2 December 2000

Huntsville Chapter LCDR Frederick N. Steiner '57, USN (Ret) 1059 Teenajo Drive SE Huntsville, AL 35803-3907 h: 256-650-5423 e: navy57@aol.com

ARIZONA Arizona Chapter Mr. William D. Morrison '57 11801 E. Juan Tabo Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255 h: 408-585-1867 e: BlLLMORR@USWEST.NET The April 12 Chapter meeting started at noon at Aunt Chilada's Restaurant, Phoenix, AZ. Retiring President Phil Moulton '58 turned over the presidency of the Chapter to Bill Morrison '57, the former Vice President. Bill attended the Chapter Presidents meeting in Annapolis in May and will report to the Chapter at the next meeting at Aunt Chilada's.

Art Mehagian '48 announced that this was the 55th anniversary of the funeral procession for President Roosevelt, in which the Classes of '46, '47 and '48 participated.

CAPT John Lester, USNR (Ret.), stated that Arizona had 14 entrants in the Class of 2004.

The speaker was Mr Dan Sicibano, Esq. An immigration law attomey. He stated that immigrants, both legal and illegal, are helping to fuel our booming economy. Foreign students usually stay in the U.S. after completing their studies. Since they are usually the best and the brightest from their respective countries, they represent a brain drain on their native economies. Their countries usually pay escalated fees to U.S. colleges, subsidizing our own higher education system. He also stated that a smart immigration policy would help delay the aging of our population by bringing in fresh young contributors to our economy.

Present were Bud Newhall '40, Jim Seamans '42, John McKinney '46, Jack Fisher '47, Art Mehagian '48, Chuck Horowitz '54, Wally Bigler '56, Bill Morrison '57, Jody and Don Jones '58, Phil Moulton '58, Ed Howard '63, Jack Cremin '64, Pete Lumianski '65, Larry Mock '65, Pete Reiniger '65, Skip Lind '75, Tom Marbois '86, Mike Rubel '93, and John Lester, a Blue & Gold Associate.

The 17 May Chapter meeting was called to order

by President Bill Morrison at noon at Aunt Chilada's Restaurant, Phoenix, AZ. Bill discussed the Alumni Chapters Presidents' Conference in Annapolis. He also discussed dedicated Web sites for individual Chapter use. He is trying to coordinate with the local parents' organization for a joint Chapter meeting/Plebe send off in June.

The speaker was Jack Cremin '64, representing the organ donor network of Arizona. He said that organ donors experience a continuation of life with their organs in recipients' bodies. He dispelled many myths regarding organ donations. Organs may be harvested from living donors; ie. on life support systems. Only tissue and eyes may be harvested from deceased donors. The surviving family of the donors must agree to the harvesting of organs from a donor It is estimated that one donor can help 50 people.

Attending were: Jim Seamans '42, Bob and Ruth May '42, Art Mehdgian '48, Deek Harrison '53, Ginny and Bill Burr '54, Chuck Horowitz '54, Wally Bigler '56, Roy Hejhall '56, Bill Morrison '57, Dick Renner '57, Gus Littiefield '59, Mike Frawley '59, Jack Cremin '64, Larry Mack '65, Pete Reiniger '65, Skip Lind '75, Tom Lulkovich (Guest).

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CALIFORNIA Los Angeles Chapter CDR Alan B. Lerchbacker '74, USN (Ret.) 131E. Holly Street #213 Pasadena, CA 91103-3936 e: alan@horizongot.com Corr. Sec'y: Joe Koch '57 April 2000 Orange County Luncheon The monthly Orange County Luncheon was held on Tuesday, 11 April 2000, at The Revere House Restaurant in Tustin with former Congressman Bill Dannemeyer as our luncheon speaker Bill served as a Republican Congressman from Northem Orange County for 14 years before retiring in 1992.

Prior to that he was a Califomia State Assemblyman as both a Democrat and a Republican. Bill presented a very interesting talk on the present state of affairs in Washington, D.C, allowing time for questions from the floor, which invited a lively discussion. Even though everyone did not completely agree with Bill on all issues, the talk was certainly thought provoking.

The attendance at our luncheons has been slowly growing and we hope the trend will continue.

Alumni in attendance this month included: Art Vamum '40 and his wife, Carol, Gordon West '40, Walt Stevens '43, Bob Rubel '44, Stan Weissburg '46, Rich Crane '47, T.R. Johnson '47, Mort Richardson '50, John Snyder '50, Tom Gillen '51, Al Enderle '52, Si Kittier '53, Joe Zebrowski '53, Larry Marr '56, Joe Koch, '57, Don Miller '57, Jim Paulk '57, Dave Stiller '57, George Watts '58, Jack

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Bundarin '59, Joe Keeley '59, Danny Musselman '60, Dick Lee '62, Rich Pace '63, Jim Thornton '63, Jim Kelly '66, BiU Cray '67, Dale Quinlan '72, Mike Metskas '74, Ed Francis '79, Mike Koval '83, Steve Shatynski' 83 with guest Mike Rannigan, and Dave Alber '84. We welcomed as first time attendees Don Miller '57, Jim Kelly '66 and Mike Metskas '74 and hope they will join us again in the not too distant future. Don lives in Barstow, which is quite a distance to come for our luncheons.

FITZGERALD (DDG-62) Change of Command A Change of Command ceremony was held on board FITZGERALD (DDG-62) at the Naval Station San Diego on 19 April 2000 where CDR Jim Grant '80 was relieved by CDR Al Collins, USN. FITZGERALD is one of two ships adopted by the LA

Chapter There to represent the Chapter and present Jim with a desk name marker from the Chapter were Joe Koch '57, Dick Banister '60, Danny Musselman '60, Rich Pace '63, and Pete Thompson '67. Jim is retuming to the Academy as administtative assistant to the superintendent. While under Jim's command, FrrzGERALD won the Destroyer Squadron 23 Battle Efficiency "E" for the second and third consecutive times and the ship was awarded the Navy Unit Commendation. We wish Jim all the best in his new, challenging assignment and welcomed Al to our adopted ship.

May Orange County Luncheon The May Orange County Luncheon was held on Tuesday, 9 May 2000, at the City of Orange Police Department. After a catered lunch and a talk about the Orange Police Department by the senior captain in the department, we were treated to a tour of the entire department and a display of much of the present day equipment, both inside the building and outside, used by the department. This included one of the latest squad cars, a police motorcycle, the SWAT Team wagon, the track inspection vehicle, the sobriety test ttailer, a speed detection ttailer, personal SWAT Team equipment, the jail, the latest fingerprint identification system, and the dispatch center The Orange Police Department appears to be a very modem, up to date department.

The department went out of their way to make us feel welcome and understand present day police work. Many of our regulars missed this outstanding event as they were out of town. However, those attending certainly enjoyed our tour and included: Bill McReynolds ' 4 1 , Ken Klofkorn '43, Stan Weissburg '46, Rich Crane '47, Al Enderie '52, Bob Lowell '53, Joe Zebrowski '53, Joe Koch '57, George Watts '58, Danny Musselman '60, and Rich Pace '63. We welcome Bill McReynolds '41 as this was the first luncheon he had attended and hope we see more of him at future luncheons.

Joe Koch '57, Corresponding Secretary

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Monterey Bay Chapter CDR John J. Branson Jr. '50, USN (Ret.) 1281 Sylvan Road Monterey, CA 93940-4942 h: 408-375-8603 e: JJBransnjr@aol.com The Class of 1950 section of the Monterey Bay Chapter met for dinner recently with "all hands" present.

Sacramento Chapter CW4 George R. Simmons '61, AUS (Ret.) 10785 Penstock Trail Aubum, CA 95603-9556 h: 530-888-0860 e: gsim@aub.com On Thursday, 6 April 2000, 31 members and guests of the Sacramento Chapter met for lunch and program at Eskaton senior living facility in Carmichael. The meal was excellent and the program informative. In attendance were M.H. Austin '35, who lives at Eskaton; Jean and Wally Nelson '35; Carolyn and Mo Slater '42; Bill Goode '43; Cay and Joe Drachnik '43; Tom Hartigan '47; Betty and Bill Spencer '47; John Green '51; Claire and Jim D'Orso '52; Dolores and Ed Dixon '53 and their daughter; Joyce and John Haynes '55; Jack Tallman '55; Betty and Roy Ostrander '57; Pat and Chapter President George Simmons '61; Donna, widow of Charles Bartholomew '61; Larry Smith '62, USMA; Connie and Dave McKie '66; new wardroom George Bryan Grubbs '92; and Rita and Jim McHugh (Penn).

The Chapter voted to override the local bylaws to conform to national until we can revise, regarding officer terms, etc.

Dave McKie, program planner extraordinaire, was commended and recognized by all for his continued excellent scheduling. The facility is very attractive, spacious, large acreage, many cottages, reasonable terms. The meeting was adjourned by President George Simmons.

Pre-Cinco de Mayo activities must have preempted attendance on the part of many of the Chapter members on Thursday, 4 May 2000, as the McClellan AFB O'Club meeting drew just 16 members and guests. Unfortunate that tumed out to be.

in that the program was interesting and enjoyable.

Usual SOPA Larry Pierce '38 was joined by Carolyn and Mo Slater '42, Bill Goode '43, Marion, widow of Bob Logan '43, Tom Hartigan '47, Lou Renz '47, Barry Whittlesey '49, John Haynes '55, Betty and Roy Ostrander '57, President George Simmons '61, Larry Smith '62 (USMA), Steve Berg '66, Dr Terry Brown '67 and wardroom George Brian Grubbs '92.

President George Simmons announced that we must begin looking for new digs, since the McClellan AFB O'Club will close at die end of tiie current calendar year. The current slate of officersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; George Simmons '61, president; Terry Brown '67, vice president; Steve Berg '66, secretary; and Tom Hartigan '47, tteasurerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;were renominated and reelected for another term beginiung at the June meeting. The current year under George's leadership has been very enjoyable, enlighteiung and productive.

As John Haynes suggested, "If it ain't broke, don't fix tt."

George announced that local education television station KVIE canceled the art auction and on-air fundraising at the last minute, which proved to be a disappointment to both the USNA and USMA local Alumni Associations, as many members had volunteered for duty and were lined up to spend several hours in this eleemosynary endeavor John Haynes, our Chapter representative to the Board of Trastees, will be attending meetings at the "Home Office," as will George Simmons, who will be part of the Chapter Presidents' meetings, same time, same place.

Larry Pierce, whose wife, Lynn, is experiencing an unfortunate and disabling physical condition, encouraged the rest of us to watch for waming signs, to make sure that milk or other calcium suppliers are in the diet, and be a bit stubborn about insuring that our spouses undergo regular checkups. Tom Hartigan mentioned the state respite care program for situations such as Larry's, as he has the burden of all cleaning, meal prep, physical assistance and 24-hour care. It was reported that Ted Ustick '39 is suffering from cancer and is currently experiencing hospice care. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ted, who has been an active and supportive member of our Chapter for many years, and a joy to have at meetings.

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John Haynes presented a tongue-in-cheek tribute to Navd Aviators, then relayed words from Dean Bill Miller, USNA Provost (#2 behind academic dean). The Naval Academy still graduates in four years, 75-80% of those who first enroll; comparable civilian colleges and universities (Ivy League, Stanford, etc.) lag far behind at 15%, although they do graduate up to 55% in six years. George Watt '72 is the newly elected USNA AA President, and brings an impressive backgroimd of public service, fund-raising activities, etc. John also alerted us to the fact that the Class of '57 column. May Shipmate, has a picture of Chapter member Bruce Friederich '57 with his $10,000 carved wooden bicycle. Way to go. Brace! Finally, it was mentioned that our outstanding program chairman, Dave McKie '66, would entertain suggestions for future speakers. A niunber of the members singled out Dave for his ongoing contributions to om successful meetings.

Our speaker for the day was Brian Grubbs '92, who locally attended Elk Grove High School before spending four years by the Bay. He went through nuclear power ttaining and spent his first tour in Norfolk on FINBACK. Following was a SubPac staff tour in Pearl Harbor He is married with two yoimg sons. He now works with Navigant Consulting and works with various mimicipalities on energy and power generation programs. Brian had been asked to provide a younger officer's perspective of today's Navy.

One of the major current dilemmas is the fact that there is such a high attrition rate in both the officer and enlisted ranks, as so many young men and women are leaving the service. In trath, however, the problem might not be as great as feared, since the smaller Navy calls for reduced numbers as compared to past years and decades. Since the economy is doing well, most junior officers want to get out and enjoy the opporttmities offered in civiban life. Quatity of life in the service is now very important, and improvements sttetch from eitiisted uniforms to more realistic job descriptions and requirements for enUsted ranks; where they used to have to get "down and dirty" working with oil, machinery, hydraulic fluid and equipment, they now work mostly behind computers on a desk in an office. Further, unmarried enlisted men are now allowed to Uve off base in town, although most enlisted are married these days. The Navy is moving toward a "paperless" condition, and the most communication is done by Internet. Most surfaceships now have email capability and crewmembers have opportunities to communicate with their wives and famiHes while on deployment.

They are pushing for "Ropeyarn" Wednesday, which will allow for a free aftemoon, during which personal chores can be handled. Former dreaded tasks such a chipping paint and repainting ashore and afloat have been farmed out to civilian conttactors instead of having E-2s and E-3s doing it.

Instead, these young sailors can now spend more technical training time in their professional jobs.

Port calls have been addressed and changed, whereby a certain number have to be scheduled for each deployment, with a ratio of maintenance ports to liberty ports that allows time for both recreation and needed maintenance and upkeep.

Many of the points Brian raised generated interesting discussion, much of, which surrounded menwomen mixed crews on various types of vessels.

Brian finished by explaining how, for certain types of ships, crews (rather than the vessels themselves) are rotated in order that the ship can remain on station. Brian was thanked for his insight and willingShipmate, July-August 2000

ness to share his perspective. The presentation gave us all the distinct impression that public speaking and "comfort-in-front-of-a-group" classes must have been offered, taken and "aced."

San Diego Chapter LCDR Robert L. Rubin '82, USNR 10214 Rue Touraine San Diego, CA 92131-2230 h: 619-695-1622 w: 619-271-5807 e: rabin@nosc.mil http://www.san.rr.com/alumni/ April Chapter Luncheon Our guest and speaker was CAPT John H. Irons, USN (Ret.), who is presently the executive director of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Auxiliary in San Diego. CAPT Irons spoke of the continuing assistance provided by the NMCR. He also provided statistics indicating the current role that those in need of financial assistance, counseling and emergency support are continuing to receive.

While the parameters have evolved, support for fleet sailors and marines continues to be the mission. Thank you, sir.

In attendance were: Art Fischer '39, Ray Zoeller '39, Del Cummins '44, Ralph Frame '44, Bob Gorton '46, Herb Whyte '47, Chris Christoph '48, Bob Neely '48, Dean French '50, Andy Kremm '51, John Titison '51, Bob Morris '52, Paul Dudley '53, Will Hays '53, Mike Chappie '58, Tom Billings '59, Joe Keeley '59, Vic Kralak '59, Bob Byrne '60, Tom Bailey '61, Don GrinneU '61, Bill Kraus '61, Jim Fontana '63, Chet White '63, Jeff Clough '64, Don Berkebile '66, Larry Brenner '69, Dennis Bussey' 69, Carl Weiskopf' 70, Tom Hammons '71, Jim Loiselle '71, Emie Leidger '76, Aldo Ray '80, Chris Cooke '81, Bob Rubin '82, John Kyle '87, David Jensen '92 and several guests.

Chapter Elections, Officers and Directors Our annual elections were held at the April meeting. The following is a summauy of the officer and director status for the 2000-2001 election year: [(E), (R) or (C) following Class year indicates newly elected, reelected or continuing in office.]

President: Bob Rubin '82 (C); Vice President: Tom Hammons '71 (R); 2nd Vice President: Bruce McClure '71 (E); Secretary; Mike Chappie '58 (E); Treasurer: Chris Newcomb '87 (R); Corresponding Secretary: Don Grinnell '61 (R); Networking Chairman: David Fennell '87 (R); Trastee: Bob Stevenson '60 (C); Directors (To serve through April 2001): Jim Cartwright '59 (C); John Kelly '62 (C); Jim Fawcett '79 (C); Randy Bogle '68 (E); Directors (To Serve through April 2002): Pete Heckman '58 (C); Joe Keeley '59 (C); Rich Cariquist '80 (C); Mike Midgley '85 (C); Directors (To Serve through April 2003): Chuck Smith '58 (E); Chet White '63 (R); Myron Fleming '62 (R); Jeff Clough'64(E).

May Chapter Luncheon Commander Submarine Squadron eleven, CAPT David L. Jones '77, USN, presenting the status of current Pacific Fleet Submarine Operations and Requirements was our guest speaker On this centennial of the submarine force, CAPT Jones laid out the bare facts of submarine force capabilities and the current operational tempo statistics responding to an ever-increasing range of commitments.

He also discussed the plans for reduction in force numbers and the potential impact of those reductions. Thank you, captain, for a clear-cut picture of the Pacific Fleet submarine operations.

Those attending were: Art Fischer '39, Bob Coogan '44, Del Cummins '44, Ralph Frame '44,

Gov Ward '44, Ed Behm '45, Chic Bowling '46, Ed Ellis '46, Bob Gautier '46, Lou Guertin '47, Bib Ayers '48, Jim Gammon '48, Chuck Gorder '48, Lloyd Jones '48, Jay Vermilya '48, Bill Broughton '49, Dean French '50, John Tillson '51, Paul Tuzo '51, Dick Dietz '52, Bob Morris '52, Will Hays '53, Ed Martin '54, Ned Floyd '55, Mary Ann and Scott McCauley '55, Hugh Webster '55, John Holt '57, Mike Chappie '58, Tom Billings '59, Joe Keeley '59; Vic Krulak '59, Bill Lloyd '60, George Marburger '60, Jack Shaw '60, Bob Stevenson '60, Tom Bailey '61, Don GrinneU '61, BiU Kraus '61, John Hinkle '62, Jim Fontana '63, Robert Scott '68, Larry Brenner '69, Dennis Bussey '69, Tom Hammons ' 7 1 , Fred Mallgrave ' 7 1 , Terry McKeamey '73, Chris Stahos '77, Bill Poole '78, Wade Tallman '78, Gus Wirtii '79, Jiti Votaw '80, Don Ringel '82, Bob Rubin '82, and several guests.

Class of 2004, Welcome Aboard Dinner Oiu- Welcome Aboard to prospective members of tiie Class of 2004, was held at Tom Ham's Lighthouse on the evening of 25 May. Our president. Bob Rubin '82, was a most gracious host and Myron Fleming '62, was, once again, a sterling master of ceremonies. We welcomed more than a dozen men and women awaiting the ceremony in Tecumseh Court. Several prospective members of the Class of '05 who are headed to NAPS and NA Foundation Prep Schools were also recognized and welcomed. We had nearly a hundred guests in all with Chapter Members, parents and members of the SD Parent's Club. We also had as our guests two recently graduated ensigns and two first class midshipmen who provided insightful guidance to the prospects. Well done and thank you all who made this event a great success.

SD Chapter On-Line For access to Chapter information and scheduling, please check out our interactive homepage at: http://www.usnaaasd.com. For last minute luncheon reservations, etc. please caU our hotline at 619-279USNA. Please note the change to the Web page identifier We'll need to update our browser bookmarks.

Business and Career Networking Forum Forums are held monthly on the second Friday (7 a.m.-8 a.m.) at Amber's on Miramar Road at the 1-15 interchange just to the east of MCAS Miramar.

Amber's is located in the Holiday Inn complex (9355 Kearney Mesa Road; 858-689-7305) and parking is no problem. This is a joint service forum/network in company with the West Point Alumni group here in San Diego. Air Force Academy grads are also participating.

The foram is a great place to drop off a business card or even a "flyer" describing your services. For $5.50 (cash窶馬o checks, please bring the exact amount) you get all of the networking described plus juice, coffee, pastries, muffins and assorted fraits.

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 Dave: name, occupation, company, address, phone (work and home), email address, and what kind of work you are searching for! Get in touch with Dave if you are considering a career change or looking for a new career or a new job. Contact him at fennelld@mindspring.com or mail to: Dave Fennell '87, ARMTECH, 3692 Fifth Ave., #108, San Diego, C A 92103.

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San Francisco Chapter CDR Richard A. Voytek '77, USNR lOOWestElCamino, 61 Mountain View, CA 94040 h: 650-962-0622; e: mongov@aol.com www.navysfo.org Secretary: Linda Postenrieder '82 e: Post82@pelicanassociates.com h: 415-759-9413 The Chapter has been busy and if you aren't enjoying the activities, then you are missing some great times. Does it seem like the spring has flown by? Well, in case you have blinked, let's catch up on some of the stuff that has been going on out here in the San Francisco Bay Area.

On 2 May, the Chapter was pleased to have Dean Bill Miller '62 (academic dean at the Naval Academy) in for our Dinner Meeting at the Marine's Memorial in San Francisco. We were the first stop for Dean Miller on a three state tour and were privileged to hear the latest info from the top leadership at the Academy. Following a dissertation on the state of the Academy and what to expect as we ttansition into the 21st century. Dean Miller fielded questions from the audience. Among those in attendance were John Haynes '55 (visiting from the Sacramento Chapter), Lou Brizzolara '47, John Newton '63, Frank Moreman '81, Rusty Yeiser '74 (visiting from Annapolis), Dave Kaufman '88, Jim Bolano '88, Dennis Vied '60, Linda Postemieder '82, John Potter '58, John Bramer '74, Mark Lundsttom '86, Ed Baldwin '83, and Rick Voytek '77, as well as guests and friends.

The High Tech Interest Series (HTIS) June 2000 event is on ttack with a l^ge attendance anticipated.

Involving participants from all of the service academies, the event is slated to draw over 80 participants on 8 June at the Marines Memorial in San Francisco. With Chuck Phillips ('81 USAFA grad), top rated high tech analyst from Morgan Stanley Dean Witter, as the speaker, it will be a large tumout. Though Chuck graduated from USAFA, he was commissioned and spent his active duty years in the Marine Corps! U-rah! The series is drawing grads from all over the U.S. The HTIS has great momentum and will continue with the same quality speakers throughout the year, meeting every other month at the Marine's Memorial in San Francisco. Currently the following Alumni are scheduled to attend the June meeting: Bill Applegate '67, Tom Base '88, Dan Beldy '86, Erik Bethel '92, Jim Boland '88, John Bramer '74, Bob Burr '80, Devan Cross '93, John Cunliffe '73, Alan Czeszynski '88, John Dillon '72, Scott Evans '74, Keith Featherson '58, Steve Fillipow '79, Anita Flynn '82, Alan Goldberg '58, Gary Griffiths '72, Marty Gunther '68, Dan Hinz '80, Lyman Howard '93, Dave Kaufman '88, Dennis Kilian '80, Chet Kolley '85, Andy Krumel '86, Barry Lewis '70, Ray Luevano '78, Mark Lundstrom '86, Pat McKim '76, Eric L. Mersch '90, Hank Molloy '64, David Moreland '73, John Newton '63, Paul O'Connor '59, Steve O'Rourke '86, Eric Perreca '87, Linda Postenrieder '82, John Ratkovich '82, James Ryan '86, Dave Schrader '80, Don Seyk '64, Dan Smalley '89, Jack Sramek '62, Monica Stevens '84, Brian Sullivan '89, Larry Switzer '85, Darryl Vaughn '88, Tom Waller '67, Fred Yeager '63, Tom Jones '72. The next HTIS event will be held 3 August 2000 at the Marine's Memorial. For updated information, you can find scheduled events at www.academyconnect.com.

For updated information on all Chapter events, be sure to visit our Web site at www.navysfo.org.

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We are also actively seeking volunteers to help out with the Web site. If you have graphics or Web design experience, please contact the Web master Rick Voytek '77

Santa Barbara Chapter CDR William J. Stewart '63, USNR (Ret.) 1617 Las Canoas Road Santa Barbara, CA 93105 h: 805-962-0703; w: 805-963-1863 e: tenbears@silcom.com Sad News As reported previously, our colleague, CAPT Neil Hartman Fisher '40, USN (Ret), died last 2 December His widow, Dr Freda Liner Fisher, sent the following: I am grateful for the 28 happy years we had together and will miss him the longest day I live, but until it is my time to join him I will live my life to the fullest and continue to celebrate Neil's life and to enjoy all of you!

Hart Kait '34, lost his wife, Dolly, on 22 April 2000 at age 85, following a long illness. A lovely mass was celebrated with family members and many friends in attendance; interment in Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum followed.

Our hearts go out to the families. We are all bereaved.

Bill Britton '53

A feature of the meeting was a presentation to the ten candidates of assorted souvenirs from last year's Army-Navy centennial football game (miniature footballs, homs, and Beat Army "hands").

Attending were: Dave Wamer '44, Jean and Bill Graham '46, Lu and Bill McCabe '48, Dwight Wadsworth '48, Jim Botten'53, Kate and Allen Ferrer '54, Nancy and Ted Lovely '56, Bemadette and Bob Figura '58, Cindy and Mike McLane '58, William Hale '58, Mary and Charlie Lord '58, Dave Anderson '58 and guest Hugh McGee, Ellen and Tony Marks '59, George Brainerd '59, Marylyn and Dick Augur '63, Dennis Lyndon '64, Barbara and Charlie Lounsbury '64, Lillian and Jerry Maher '66, George Volkman '67, Dave Candler '67, Carmel and Cliff Kelley '72, Bill Nadeau '72, Samuel and Ray Boyd '73, Dennis Crowe '73, JoAnn and Robert Brown '74, CAPT Ray Lincoln '76 and son Dee, Erik and Doug Wilson '77, and guests Jim and Liz Colgary, Herb Nyberg '78, CDR Chris Pierson '81, Tom Hogsten '85, Michelle and Francis Spencer '89, Robin and Brent Gregory '90, LT Mike Cooper '94, Jenifer and LT Sean Fahey '94, Tom Maxwell Associate Member We were also joined by several members of the USNA Parents' Club of Connecticut including Presidents Carolyn and Gil Russo, Roxie and Larry Gordon, Deborah and Robert Orr, Roslyn and Ray Pilewski, and Jim Rawn.

COLORADO Colorado Chapter CAPT Daniel Branch Jn '59, USN (Ret.) 555 Apollo Drive Boulder, CO 80303-5002 h: 303-499-0337; w: 303-966-4833 e: dbranchjr@aol.com Web site: www.usna.com/Chapters/US/Colorado/ default.htm

VADM Ryan and Parents Club President.

L to r: Carolyn Russo, Bob Figura '58 (Pres USNAAA Connecticut Chapter), VADM Ryan, Gil Russo

CONNECTICU Connecticut Chapter Mr. C. Thomas Hogsten, 33 Hollister Drive Avon, CT 06001 h: 860-673-0033 e:thogsten@aol.com http://www.usnact.org In April, the Connecticut Chapter had a dinner meeting with the largest attendance in recent memory, almost 100 people. Of course, we had USNA Superintendent VADM John Ryan '67 as our guest and featured speaker Because of the size of the crowd, and the layout of the dining room, VADM Ryan dispensed with his prepjued computerprojected slides and spoke extemporaneously. As anyone who has heard him speak, VADM Ryan is passionate about his job, and the Naval Academy, and that certainly came through in his comments.

He focused his remarks on the quality of education, the physical development, and character reinforcement that is provided at the Naval Academy, and he really inspired the ten candidates, their families and friends who were present at the meeting.

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VADM Ryan with Connecticut candidates for admission to die Class of 2004 At the meeting, Tom Maxwell, the Connecticut Area Coordinator for the Blue & Gold Officers, had a table model setup, demonsttating his prototype of poster board displays to be used by the B&G Officers at events such as high school career fairs.

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This professionally-prepared prototype (and tiie finished products) have been funded by tiie donation the Chapter provided earlier in the year to the B&G group.

The Networking group has also been quite successful, this time holding an evening pizza and beer meeting (vice the breakfast ones held before).

Again, the crowd numbered about 30, mixed between the West Point colleagues and Naval Academy Alumni. Chapter Vice President Scott Blundo '92 has been the Chapter POC. To get involved with the networking group, see our Web site at www.usnact.org, or contact Scott, 860-767-3969.

The Chapter Board held its biennial planning meeting in May, preparing the program schedule for the remainder of the year and considering focus items such as our involvement with the Coast Guard Academy family sponsor program. Also we reviewed our initiatives in assisting the Blue & Gold program in recraitment and publicizing the Naval Academy.

Diuing the Board meeting, we heard the from the Chairman of the Nominating Committee, Dave Stryker '61, with the slate for the Jtme elections: President-Tom Hogsten '85; Secretary-Chris Graves '93; Commuiucations Director-Doug Wilson '77.

Outgoing President, Bob Figura '58, will ttade places with Tom Hogsten and take on the responsibilities of Treasurer/Membership Chairman. Filling in for Chris Graves as '90's Class Representative wiU be Tom McBride '92.

There are two Coimecticut Chapter events that will occur this summer In Jttiy we will hold the annual Family Day. This year we shall tour the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. The day's activities have been coordinated by RADM Mike Bordy '65, USN (Ret.), president and CEO of the Maritime Aquarium.

On Friday, 17 August, we shaU have the new president and CEO of the USNA Alumni Association, George Watt Jr. '73, as om feamred guest and speaker. George took office in mid-May, and has agreed to come to Connecticut as one of his early trips. The meeting will be at the Coast Guard Academy Officers' Club in New London.

For details on both events, please check our Web site and the Chapter newsletters.

Dave Boyd '59

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Costa Rica Chapter Claudio A. Pacheco '64 Apt 4307-1000 San Jose, Costa Rica h: 506-224-4325 w: 506-256 e: cpacheco@sol.racsa.co.cr

DELAWARE Delaware Chapter Frank S. "Nick" Carter ffl Delaware USNAAA c/o Nick Carter PO. Box 266 Lewes, DE 19958 h; 302-644-4838; w: 302-645-2207 e: sumrtan@aol.com Shipmate, July-August 2000

FLORIDA Fort Lauderdale Chapte; CAPT William J. Aston '51, USN 659 Coconut Drive SW Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 h: 954-463-3047 e; saltysam@bellsoutb.net On 20 April 2000 we had our monthly meeting at that famous landmark and watering hole. Shirttail Charlie's, Fort Lauderdale, FL. We had some 25 attendees in what was one memorable meeting because it represented the Change of Command from our President of the past two and a half years, Jeff Welsh '73, to his relief, Bill Aston '51.

Over this time period Jeff has skillfully guided our growth and allowed the Fort Lauderdale Chapter to become a thriving reality. This initiative has demanded a lot of work on his part as well as other associates of The Southem Companies and we are very thankful for his leadership and dedication.

Bravo Zulu, Jeff, and we expect you to continue with your enthusiastic participation in our Chapter's activities. As bis final achievement and as testament of the sttength of the Chapter, he informed us that in just a few weeks and without any effort on the officer's part over 30 members had sent in their yearly dues. By publishing time we expect that number to have increased.

The fearless Bill Aston (a.k.a. saltysam@ bellsouth.com—is he the source of aU those ramors about Bill the Goat relocating to South Florida?) is taking on the Chapter with renewed gusto and his first command was to banish all snail-mail communications—only email will do from now on, OBSTCR. This will save us $1.25 for each outgoing piece of mail and help speed up the receipt of important news. Other members will support and inform members without email until this arrangement can be formalized. In addition to Bill, other new officers nominated and approved at our April meeting were Potsy Scoville '64 for Treasurer and Mark Sweet '91 for Social Activities Officer Luis Sologuren '53 was deemed to be too vital to replace and was therefore named Membership Officer for Life. Generalisimo (or is it Admirantisimo?)

Luis was not present at the meeting so this motion was duly approved. Seriously, Luis has done an excellent job jmd we are happy that he has agreed to extend his tenure at this helm.

With the approval of the new slate of officers, the Board now is as follows: President-Bill Aston (replaces Randy Stefanovic); Vice President-Rob Gillette '90; Treasurer-Potsy Scoville; Secretary-Miguel Cintron '86; Past President-Jeff Welsh; Social Activities OfficerMark Sweet; USNA AA Liaison Officer-Joe Chopek '69; Membership Officer-Luis Sologuren.

Also present at the meeting was Reginald (Reggie) Thompson '77 from the Miami USNA Alumni Association. Reggie, a Republican, is ranning for Florida State Representative in District 108, which is 75% Democratic. While the Fort Lauderdale Chapter does not take a stand on political issues or candidates, we were happy to welcome Reggie, who exposed his reasons for ranning and requested the individual support of those present.

As he eloquently put it, now that Sen. McCain '58 is out of the race, you have to put your money on other USNA candidates! We enjoyed Reggie's company and wish him the best of luck.

A very special thanks goes to Miguel Cintton who prepared most of this article and who has worked so quietly and efficiently for our Chapter over the last two years. Also we wish to note that the U.S. Marine Corps is soon to suffer the loss of Capt Sean Day '94, who should traly be missed. Capt Day brings a special touch of quiet elegance to the leadership style of the typical Marine J.O. and the Corps could have done well to keep him. Sean, you are a gentieman and a leader and wherever you go you will do you country, your employer and yourself, proud.

A final thanks to Jeff Welsh who has given a style of leadership to our Chapter that we will never see again—and some say: "thank God!" Jeff's biggest claim to fame was that he was the only UNSA Alumni Chapter President to swim home—through speed boat traffic after trying to convince another member to ran for President so as to replace him.

No doubt, Randy Stefanovic, a stouthearted SWO of Serbian heritage, quickly concluded that the office was not worth the risk! Therefore we are relying upon our new fearless leader to top the "Welsh year"—or in the altemative—to normalize relations with the waterfront bars in Fort Lauderdale.

May has ushered in the Florida summer and we continue to meet at Shirt Tail Charlie's on the third Thursday of each month under the benign guidance of our new President, Bill Aston.

Thanks to Bill and the Miami Chapter, headed by that old "fly boy" Niel Sapp '62, the two chapters, along with some minimal support form the local Black Knights (the West Point Society-"who's he") we were able to pull off a great Memorial Day event. Here is a quote from our President regarding the event, and since we Navy-Marine Corps USNA grads feel kind of bad for them and their recent failure to be able to play football, never mind to keep a good coach, we thought we'd share this: This relates to the MD 2000 event held in Ft. Lauderdale, on Memorial Day. I have found the West Point group to be uniformly excellent persons, fellows who share much of the same body of experiences as do USNA grads. We should do as many joint/combined operations as are appealing to us. The West Point Society of South Florida has been functioning for a long time and has in excess of 125 members spread along down the shoreline from Palm Beach south to the Keys.

Clearly they do some things very well. I believe there is much that we can leam from them regarding group fraternal activities. Your thoughts as to how we can make best use of this proffered hand of friendship would be very much appreciated.

Cheers—Bill, The West Point "Woo-Poo" (which interestingly enough rhymes with "do-do") goes on to say about us: It was a pleasure being with you yesterday and sharing in the pride that we all have in our Academies, Armed Forces and "Old Grads" (Gads, that's us!). As you know, over the past year the Miami Chapter and ourselves have developed a wonderful relationship based on shared values and common objectives. Both organizations are the richer as a result of this association. Because our Society's membership extends from Palm Beach to the Keys, increasingly our events are taking place closer to our geographic center. Fort Lauderdale. In addition to the Memorial Day Commemoration and the Army-Navy game party, we hold at least one golf outing a year in Broward.

We hope that you and the other fantastic "exswabbies" in your Alumni Chapter will continue to join us for good cheer and camaraderie at these events. While we are about to go into hibernation for the summer, I do look forward to seeing you at least one of our events in the fall. (If you are a golfer, I hope you will join us at Key Biscayne on 10 June.) Meanwhile, please contact me if there

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are any areas in which you think we can work together to the benefit of our members, our Academies or our Armed Forces. ...Bernal (Author's note: needless to say, I spent hours correcting the West Point spelling and typos—and you fellow jar heads will note that he forgot to include the Marines—he was, no doubt, living in fear of retaliation.) We continue to march/sail ahead and 1 will close with some notes: 1 attended the Class of 2000 graduation and was still awed by the whole thing. The "Class of '00" may not have had a Plebe Year but they have some winners: 2nd Jenny Williams, USMCR, daughter of Ray and Suzy Williams of Ft. Lauderdale, and ENS Kelly Welsh, USNR, captain of the USNA women's swim team, winner of FOUR N* (N Stars—as in beating Brand X Woopoo's) daughter of Charlene and Mr X—"swim home in the canal" Welsh. ENS Kurt Mubler, USNR, son of Jack Muhler, USMC, and a personal friend of mine—now on the way to becoming a SEAL. Gen Shelton (West Point grad of some class right after Lee surrendered to Grant) gave the commencement address and was actually pretty dam good for a guy who attended a ttade scbool.

The Blue Angels were awe inspiring and the Blue & Gold is good to go for another year. A special thanks to swim coach Dick Purdy and the goddess Laura-as always, I enjoyed you. Coach Purdy, you have touched so many lives and helped so many kids—thank you! God Bless all and to all: Beat Army Joe and Miguel, Beat Army!

Gainesville Chapter CAPT J. Michael Smith '61, USNR (Ret.) 10424 SW 41st Place Gainesville, FL 32608 h: 352-376-6611 w: 352-376-3301 e: mickey@acceleration.net The Alumni met at the Gainesville Country Club for lunch on 20 April. Our speaker, Leo Cannon '53, was scheduled to discuss "Methods of Tracing Your Family History," but because of an unexpected commitment, he was unable to attend. We will reschedule him for a later date. Mickey Smith '61, our Chapter Chairman conducted a short business meeting after lunch. It was noted that Paul Lutz '94 and his wife, Debbie, will be moving to the Gainesville area sometime in July. He has been accepted by the School of Law at the University of Florida and will start law studies in August. Welcome to Gainesville, Paul and Debbie!

The following USNA members attended: Ben Moriand '34, Al Vito '44, Mase Wells '47, Rick Childress '54, Jim Zimmerman '54, Jim Carr '55, Mickey Smith '61 and Bill Vivian '67.

And from USMA, we had: Bob Lutz '45, Chariie Hall '46, Tom McBryde '46, Dick Boe '54 and Bill Gager '54.

The USNA members were encouraged to vote in the USNA Alumni Association Board of Trastees election, and to support the candidacy of our own Mase Wells '47 who is on the ballot. Also, the subject of the Navy-Notre Dame football game in Orlando was introduced. The Chapter may schedule a group outing for this game. More on that subject at the next meeting, scheduled at the Gainesville Country Club.

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and an exciting talk by Leo Cannon '53. His topic, "Methods of Tracing Your Fanuly History," was extremely thorough and included several software programs, Web sites and an approach for getting hard-to-find data. Specific references included s/w "Family Tree Maker," an inexpensive software program for organizing data and Web site http:// www.rootsweb.com, a source for getting access to data contained both within the U.S. as well as in foreign countries. He shared elements of his personal experience in preparing a comprehensive history for his children and grandchildren. The following USNA members attended: Ben Moriand '34, Mase Wells '47, Leo Cannon '53, John Smitherman '53, Rick Childress '54, Jim Zimmerman '54, Jim Carr '55, Miles Mixson '58, Larry Reid '58, Joe Phelan '66, Sam Mutch '71, Ty Tyler '76, and Vic Pratt '84. From USMA, we had: Bob Lutz '45, Charlie Hall '46, Tom McBryde '46, and Dick Boe '54. l y lyier conducted the meeting in Mickey Smith's absence and announced the results of the USNA Alumni Association Board of Trastees election, and that our own Mase Wells '47 was elected to the Board. Congratulations, Mase, we are all confident that you will represent our part of the country, well!

Jim Zimmerman '54 Jacksonville Chapter CAPT Michael O. Borns '70, USN (Ret) 1185 Sah Marsh Circle Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082-2543 h: 904-273-4714; w: 904-693-5630 e: usnaaajaxchap@usa.net M i a m i Chapter LT Douglas J. Ross '81, USNRR 16923 SW 79th Place Miami, FL 33157 305-252-2379 b: 305-252-4904 e: rossfinl@bellsouth.net Sec'y: Zachariah R. Bell '89 e: zbell@cenetec.com The Miami Gouge Incoming Officers and Directors: The following officers and directors have been unanimously elected to serve from 1 June 2000, to 31 May 2001.

President—Douglas J. Ross '81 Vice President—R. W. (Bill) Ogden '66 Secretary—Zachariah R. Bell '89 Treasurer—Juan A. Fanjul '93 Director—Alfred A. Bunge '88 Director/Chairman—Neil C. Sapp '62 Director—Reginald Thompson '77 Outgoing president, Neil C. Sapp '62, will assume duties as Chairman of the Board.

Outgoing director, Elias C. Frank '50, will remain a committee chairman and advisor to the board. Other committee chairmen will be announced after the Board meets in June.

Year in Review: Miami Chapter activities and event participation during 1999-2000: June—No events July—Army-Navy Golf Challenge (Jacaranda C C . in Fort Lauderdale); Navy Family Beach Party and Picnic (Fort Lauderdale) August—No events September—GradLinks I (U of M in Coral Gables)

October—Anchor's Aweigh Day Celebration (Colonnade Hotel in Coral Gables); All Academy Luncheon (Bankers Club in downtown Miami) November—Veterans Day Commemoration (USCG Station on Miami Beach) December—Army-Navy Game Party (Fort Lauderdale C C ) ; All Academy Holiday Open House (President's home in South Miarru) January—All Academy Happy Hour (John Martin's Restaurant in Coral Gables) Febraary—All Academy Happy Hour (Cafe Tu Tu Tango in Coco Nut Grove) March—GradLinks II (U of M in Coral Gables) April—West Point Founders Day (Riviera CC. in Coral Gables) May—All Academy Luncheon (The Rusty Pebcan on Key Biscayne); Memorial Day Commemoration (Fort Lauderdale) Set Future Events: 29 May 2000—Memorial Day 2000 (Fort Lauderdale) 10 June 2000—All Academy Golf Challenge (Key Biscayne) TBA Future Events: June, July, August—TBA September—GradLinks III October—Navy-Notre Dame Game (Orlando) November—Veterans Day Commemoration December —Army-Navy Game Party; Holiday Party January/Febraary—Anchor's Aweigh Day Celebration; All Academy Happy Hour March—GradLinks IV March/April—West Point Founders Day March/April/May—All Academy Luncheon/ Happy Hour May—Memorial Day Commemoration Miscellaneous CAPT Fred S. Stribling '57, USN (Ret.), is tentatively scheduled for a bone marrow ttansplant in June. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

At the "All Academy Luncheon" held at The Rusty Pelican, 19 May 2000, a miiuamre U.S. Navy sword was presented to Dr Paul K. Sugrue '67, Dean of the University of Mianu School of Business Administtation, as a joint gift of appreciation from MC-USNAA and WPSSF for his generous gift of time and effort to both organizations. Paul was keynote speaker at our best attended luncheon to date (61) in March of 1999, he inttoduced VADM John Ryan '67 at our Anchor's Aweigh Day Celebration, and he has provided our GradLinks functions with a perfect venue... the University of Miami Business School's Executive Center Thanks again, Paul.

Neil C Sapp attended the Chapter Presidents' and Board of Trastees' meetings in Annapolis on 11 and 12 May 2000. As a scheduled part of the program, he made a substantive presentation on the Miami Chapter's Anchor's Aweigh Day initiative: what it is, how it got started, concept development, what Miami did, where the concept is now, and what is expected in the future.

RADM Ron Marryott '57 (outgoing president and CEO, USNA AA), CAPT George Watt '73 (incoming president and CEO, USNA AA), and VADM John Ryan '67 (Superintendent, USNA) all enthusiastically endorse the concept and plan to institute it Navy-wide as soon as feasible. Check it out at: http: // www. usna.com/WhatsNew/ ChPresMeeting/ChPres.htm.

During this past year the Miami Chapter has gone mostly digital. Unless a member is without online capability or requests otherwise, and except for special situations, most Chapter communications Shipmate, July-August 2000

are by email only. This practice has greatiy reduced costs and workload while increasing efficiency.

An additional tool we hope to use more effectively this coming year is our Web site. Zach Bell is working to reestablish it and make it more functional. In addition to Chapter news and event schedules, we expect to be able to put most of the material now contained in our Membership Manual on this site. Stand by.

An updated membership directory will be available in June by email and hard copy.

The Miami Chapter's relationship with the West Point Society of South Florida has continued to sttengthen and deepen with a gratifying mutual respect as we have participated and worked together to co-sponsor and support many of our shared activities. We have also drawn nearer to our other U.S. service academy brethren as a result of our having included them in most of what we do. USAFA, USCGA, and USMMA are not well organized as alumni groups in the Miami area but through use of our Chapter's organizational infrastracture we have been able to reach out and invite them to join us and many have. Now that a positive foundation has been laid, these relationships should continue to grow and flourish.

We initiated and held two GradLinks events this past year. Each was well attended and very well received. GradLinks is a joint, adjunct effort of MCUSNA AA and WPSSF designed to better facilitate business/professional networking and related education for our respective members. We have invited all U.S. service academy alumni in the area to participate. It is being considered for next year that we expand our invitation list to include wives and, possibly, alunmi from a select few of other prestigious institutions.

As a result of GradLinks, several professional/ business relationships among members have already developed and area active duty personnel ttansitioiung to civilian life have received valuable contacts and counseling. Our plan is to continue this important program while we enhance and improve it. To date we have not been proactive in assisting our area Blue & Gold Officers, Midshipmen, or Midshipmen's parents. It is our hope that in the futtu-e, as we become stronger and develop more manpower, we do more for them than merely invite them to our functions. This has been a first step but we should do more.

As this Miami Chapter year draws to a close, thanks goes to all board members, committee members, and volunteers who have worked to make this a very successful year. It has traly been enjoyable and rewarding for those who have participated.

Congratulations to Doug Ross, our new president, and to First Lady Hayley Ross, his beautiful wife.

The Miami Chapter appreciates and thanks you for your willingness to lead and serve. Best wishes for the coming year!

Happy summer to all!

Naples-Fort Myers Chapter Mr. William H. Vonier '51 2065 Imperial Circle Naples, FL 34110 941-514-4031 e: bvonier@mediaone.net Our second year was another great experience here in Naples and Ft. Myers as we climbed to 22nd place in the national Chapter rankings with 105 dues-paying members as of 1 May 2000. That includes Alumni from the following classes: '31, '33, '35, '37, '38, '39, '41, '42, '43, '44, '45, '46, '47, Shipmate, July-August 2000

'48, '49, '50, '51, '52, '53, '54, '55, '56, '57, '58, '59, '60, '61, '62, '64, '66, '67, '68, '71, '72, '73, '74, '76, '77, '84.

More important, these members provided steady encouragement for our fledgling operation. They brought spouses and friends regularly to meetings and consistently applauded our speakers. We kicked off our seasonal schedule on 11 November 1999 at Vanderbilt Country Club with a challenging talk by ex-SEAL Chris Bent who emphasized the demanding standards in selection and ttaining, which the Navy requires. A great Army-Navy game party followed on 4 December, happily including a thrilling 100th anniversary victory for the Blue and Gold.

On 11 January 2000, we met 100 strong to hear retired Marine officer-author (Colder Than Hell) Joseph Owen share personal insights about the Korean War, particularly the battle at the Chosin Reservoir He was followed on 22 Febraary by retired Air Force fighter pilot Wayne Smith, who spoke eloquently of his experience as a next-door neighbor of John McCain '58 in the "Hanoi Hilton"â&#x20AC;&#x201D;and how lessons leamed there factored in his highly successful business career which followed his POW years. Wayne did a short notice pinch-hitting job for ADM Stansfield Turner '47 who was unable to be with us because of his ttagic air crash in Costa Rica.

We closed out our program schedule on 22 March with an interesting address by ADM Kinnaird McKee '51, who provided an insiders view of the Navy's Nuclear Propulsion program, including storied ADM Rickover whom he succeeded. For this meeting as well as all others to date, we enjoyed the company of a number of short-term visitors who joined us after reading notices about the meetings, which regularly run in the local newspapers. At this same meeting a slate of officers was presented to serve from 1 June 2000. The slate, unanimously approved: President-Bill Vonier '51; Vice PresidentRagan Phillips '59; Secretary-Jonathan Ogle, CDR USNR (Ret.), Local Blue and Gold Rep.; TreasurerEarleForsthoff'47 In closing, I am pleased to report that our Chapter is shipshape in both financial and manpower terms. We have a great group and the camaraderie crosses class and age lines in a very commendable way. In particular, I want to thank Bill Vonier, Earle Forsthoff and Dave Ghysels and their willing wives (and mine too) who have been devoted teammates from day one! Beat Army!

Gene Lawler '47

Orlando Chapter CDR Jeffrey D. Hall '83, USNR 33 Winsor Isle Drive Longwood, FL 32779 h: 407-805-9485 e; jhall@fedsig.com April Meeting The Oriando Chapter of the USNA AA met for breakfast at the Holiday Inn, Wymore Road and SR436 on 8 April. The next meeting will be at the

same location on 13 May 2000 at 8:30 a.m. for breakfast. Cost is $9 per person. Call Bob Ibrnage '47 (407-859-1869) in advance so we can have a count.

Attendees were: James Borop '42; Stuart Sadler '47; Harriet and Curt Cordell '46; John Leslie '47; Marylin Sloan and son '47; Bob Tumage '47; Art Herbert '48; Aurelia Nugent (widow) '48; Shirley and Walt Marquardt '49; Dorothy and John MacKenzie '50; Fran and George Ruos '50; George Dillarg; Eileen and John Long '55; Harry Spence '55; Les Christian '67; Jane and Don Smith '68; Gary Washam '71 and J.D. Hall '83.

Our President, J.D. Hall, welcomed our newcomers.

There being no new business, the meeting was tumed over to George Ruos to discuss the proposed branch on the Sanford River Boat. It was voted to hold the craise on 21 May 2000, the weekend after Mother's Day. May Meeting The Oriando Chapter of the USNA AA met for breakfast at the Holiday Inn, Wynmore Road and SR436 on May 13 at 8:30 a.m. The next meeting will be on 10 June at the same location. We are committed to pay for 20 attendees. At this meeting there were exactly 20.Please join us, the meetings are fun and breakfast is copious and good.

Attendees were: Mary Agnes Sellers (widow of Robert Sellars '34); Stuart Sadler '44; Bill Simms '45; Harriet and Curt Cordell '46, with daughter Harriet Janosky; Joan and John Leslie '47; Bob Tumage '47; Art Herbert '48; Aurelia Nugent (widow of Thomas Nugent '48); Eileen and Lou Branch '49; Walt Marquardt '49; Eileen and John Long'55; Dillard George; and last far from least, J.D. HaU'83.

Summer months, July and August are periods in which people try to escape the heat, they are slow months. Bob Tumage requests that meetings during this period be abandoned. As previously stated, if we do not have 20 attendees, we must pay for 20 anyway. The Chapter has suffered in the past because of this stipulation.

Les Christian '67 will probably be attending his last Chapter meeting in June. He is relocating (i.e. being transferred) to a cooler climate. We wish him well and may he be totally satisfied in his new location.

The craise on Lake Monroe on 21 May was attended by 19 people from the Chapter Lunch was fine and the scenery outstanding. We had a great time. George Ruos suggested an annual craise. It will be brought before the Chapter (Note: it was comfortable, well served and gave a great picture, with speaker, of Florida unspoiled.)

Palm Beach Chapter CAPT John A. Butterfield '59, USN (Ret.) 1130 Sugar Sands #190 Riviera Beach, FL 33404 h: 561-881-7512 w: 561-840-1104 e: jbsgma@aol.com The April luncheon was held at the 391st Bomb Group Restaurant. Besides the camaraderie always enjoyed at these meetings, CDR Paul Lamey, USN (Ret.), gave a most interesting talk on his love for bobsledding and the competitive edge that must be striven for in order to excel in this sport. In his naval career, Paul has served as public affairs officer, an Olympic bobsledder and recraiter He now does marketing and consulting.

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Those present at the meeting were: Loretta and Bion Bierer '53; Richard Boverie '54; Priscilla and John Butterfield '59; and guests Julie and Joel Jacobs; Bill Cliff '54; Peggy and Hank Gorman '44; Betty and Al Haworth '57; Robert Lees '69; Lydia and John McNabney '50; Art Osgood '44; Bruny and Ivan Rosa '84; Marjorie and Don Welt '47; Diana and Walt Whipple '57; Phillip Whitacre '54.

For the May luncheon, our group met at the Old Port Yacht Club to enjoy diiung by the water with a view of the marina. Our guest speaker was Anja Bums, wife of Walter Burns '65. She had a slide show presentation of the most beautiful underwater scenes and creatures, which she photographs during her scuba diving expeditions. Anja volunteers at the Marinelife Center of Juno Beach and is dedicated to the preservation of the environment and species, which flourish in this area.

John McNabney submitted the nominated officers' slate for next year, and the newly-elected officers are: John A. Butterfield '59, President; Alvin G. Haworth Jr '57, Vice-President; Walter "Whipple '57, Secretary; and Bob Lees '69, Treasurer Congratulations to this team, and let's give them our support for a great new year! We do have a new member to welcome from Coral Springs; David Kroupa '81. Hopefully, we'll have many more new members in the coming year Those present at the May luncheon were: Rita and Gil Barbe '63; Louise Barton '44; Loretta and Bion Bierer '53; Richard Boverie '54; William Brown '71; Anja and Walter Bums '65; Priscilla and John Butterfield '59; Bill Cliff '54 and guest; Walter Epperson '53 and guest; Peggy and Hank Gorman '47; Gene Gralla '46 and guest Martin Kritzer; Betty and Al Haworth '57; Carl Keske '59; Bob Mastin '39; Lydia and John McNabney '50; Art Osgood '44; Dave Sager '68; Don Welt '47 and guest; Diana and Walt Whipple '57; Joseph Wilson '47 and guest, Sam Monaco.

Among our Chapter members, two families have lost their loved ones, and we extend our deepest condolences. Deborah Osgood, wife of Art Osgood '44, passed away recently. Our sympathy is with Art and his family at this time of grief Also, Lawrence Stahl '46 passed away after a brave fight against cancer for the past two years.

We moum his loss, together with his wife, Mary Stahl, and their family. Some of our members attended a Memorial Service in Defray in which CDR Jack Enyart '46 gave a beautiful eulogy. Dody Sinclair, Hank Gorman '46 and John Butterfield '59 attended the service.

Our President John Butterfield '59 represented the Palm Beach Chapter in Annapolis on 11-12 May, at the meeting of Presidents and USNA AA Board Members.

John also went to Corpus Christi, TX, to celebrate the "25th Beach to Bay Relay Marathon." John originally organized this 26.2-mile relay race in conjunction with the Armed Forces Day to honor men in the military. Each year since its founding, the event has raised thousands of dollars for charities, including the Special Olympics and the Navy Relief Society. It has continued to grow and is now a time-honored event with a record participation of 7,860 ranners this yean John's initial efforts have traly taken a life of their own in the City of Corpus Christi and benefit so many who are involved in this event.

Walt Whipple '57

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Suncoast Chapter

CAPT Glenn H. Montgomery '71, USN (Ret.) 1152 Ceylon Court Guff Breeze, FL 32561-3214 h: 850-934-4757 e: monty4gb@aol.com

Clifford P. Bermann '45 7979 S. Tamiami Trail #338A Sarasota, FL 34231 h/f: 941-921-3111 e: amorency @ aol. com

Summer has come and once again the spectre of hurricanes looms along the Gulf Coast. We can, however, do not a **** thing about preventing them, so we might as well enjoy life along the "red neck Riviera" and get on with it.

Our recent meetings included a luncheon at NAS Whiting where Commodore Pete Cornell '76 gave us a detailed update on what the latest issues are in flight training. We were joined at our lunch by a group of Swedish Air force officers who were visiting the area on a professional exchange.

Our June meeting was a dinner to recognize the young Americans who have chosen to follow in our footsteps as members of the Class of 2004. We were privileged to honor incoming members of '04, Kevin White (son of Kevin White '78), Casey Henry, and Jonathan Sheater. Our guest speaker was the VADM John Ryan '67, the Superintendent, who gave a thorough update on what's happening with the brigade and the long-term strategic plan for improvement of the Academy.

We hope you can join us for our first meeting of the fall on Friday, 22 September at the Mustin Beach Officer's club at NAS Pensacola.

Have a great summer!

Glenn Montgomery '71 monty4gb@aol. com

Members and guests of the Suncoast Chapter met for lunch on 13 April at the Isle Yatcb Club in Punta Gorda. Hosting the luncheon was Rodger Betts '56.

After sea stories, cocktails and a delicious lunch.

President Cliff Bermann '45 introduced our guest speaker, Mr William Wild, C.W.O, who served 38 years in the active and Reserve Navy.

Bill is the local Blue & Gold representative and spoke on selection of candidates for the Academy.

A profile of the Class of 2003 was distributedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; a little different from most of those graduates at lunch.

Bill reiterated that selection of the midshipmen has increased but the bottom line is that "The Best of the Best" are selected.

Bill introduced Atu'on Weedo who has an athletic scholarship to NAPS and if accepted he wtil be a member of the Class of 2005.

Aaron spoke on his background and his reason for becoming a candidate to the Academy.

The final speaker was Rodger Betts '56, who spoke on the Navy League.

The next lucheon, the last for the season, will be held on 8 June at the El Conquistador in Bradenton.

Host will be Lee Haines '45.

Among those attending the luncheon were: Becky and Amold Schade '33; Beth and Stephen Mann Jr. '38; Annadele and Snuffy Jackson '44; Cliff Bermann '45, President; Genevieve and Pete Perkins '45, Vice President; Jessie and Bill Petrat '45, Past President; Helen Piombino ('45); Suzaime and Bob Homer '46; Pat and Dick Southwell '47; Janelee and Dick Ambrogi '48, Corresponding Secretary; Jean and Jack Oberriedor '48; Marianne Schenkel ('48); Dick Johnson '49; Mary Virginia and Jim Morency '49; Alan Negus '49; Lee and Dale James '51; Harold Richard '51; Chuck Boyer '53; Tom Jones '53; Roger Betts '56; Bill Wild '56; Selma and George Dyer Jr. '57; Mimi Welch ('58); Bead Wells '58; Sandra and Jay Grafton '60; Nancy Richard ('61).

Dick Ambrogi '48 Corresponding Secretary

Space Coast Chapter CAPT Peter C. Peterson Jr. '56, USN (Ret.) 401 Third Avenue Melboume Beach, FL 32951-2537 h: 321-952-2066 e: peteusna@aol.com The Space Coast Chapter held its May luncheon at Alma's Seafood and Italian Restaurant in Cocoa Beach. Our speaker was our very own Dick Jeffrey '39, who discussed TROA and the benefits of local Chapter membership. This was the last luncheon before our stand down for the summer Our next luncheon will be on 16 September at the Phoenix, one of our favorite places to dine. Alumni and their guests visiting in the area are welcome to join us at this, or any other luncheon. We meet the third Saturday of each month, with the exception of June, July and August.

Those attending the luncheon were: Charles Allsopp '42, Phyllis and Dick Banks '43, Betty and Bill Budd '44, George Cairnes '35 and guest Betty van Buskirk, Laurie and Jim Garrington '53, Marjorie and Bob DeTemple '46, Carolyn and Stan Dodd '48, Ginny and Jim Ferguson '46, Norma and Swede Hansen '56, Cynthia Holly ('30), Mae and John Heintz '44, Ray Harrell '27, Betty and Dick Jeffrey '39, Helen and Jack Macy '46, Ellen and Lou Marckesano '47, Peg and Pete Peterson '56, Jody and Sam Powel '50, Ed Peresluha '57, Suzy and Gerry Rester '45, Merle and Tom Schwartz '56, and Zeke Zeller '44.

Tom Schwartz '56

Tampa Bay Chapter Ms. Kristi W. Hendricks '92 3905 Rolling Terrace Lane Valrico, FL 33594 h.: 813-662-7325 w: 813-301-2092 e: khendricks@kpmg.com

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CDR Robert P. Bush III '65, USNR (Ret.) 4103 Madison Drive Atianta, GA 30346 h; 707-351-0008 e: bobbush65@mindspring.com Web site: http://members.aol.com/iisna3ka/usnaaaa/ The Atianta Chapter is proud to announce that we retained our N-star by beating the local Woops in the fifth annual Army-Navy Golf Classic! On Friday, 5 May, Navy squared off against Army at the "The Commons" at Fort McPherson, a gem of a military course just south of Atlanta. Many thanks to Will Wood '66 for his untiring efforts to coordinate this terrific event.

The April Luncheon featured an entertaining and informative presentation by Roger C Gibson, CFA, nationally recognized authority, speaker and author on the topic of portfolio management and asset allocation. His best-selling book on the topic. Asset Allocation: Balancing Financial Risk, is currently in its third printing with McGraw-Hill. Those in attendance were: Mike Herger '90, Jim Ravenel '45, Bill Wideman '35, Ed Harrison '39, Bob Schultz '71, Linda Schultz, Paul Hurst '62, Mike Donohoo '65, Don Thompson '59, Art Hale '81, Btil Carver '67, Bill Carver ' 4 1 , Chariie Hill '42, Cari McCallum '60, Bill Fitzgerald '65, Steve Frederick '72, Lori Moore '64, Will Wood '66, Michael Lores '74, Michael Lores, Ted Healey ' 6 3 , Doug McDaniel '61, Nancy Bush, Bill Rentz '55, Dirk Mosis '73, Emie Matacotta '82, Ted Bowman '63, and Mario Maddox '85.

In May, Bob Snelling '65, representative to the Georgia State House of Representatives from Douglas County, addressed those gathered for the luncheon. Bob let us know, among other great stuff, that one of the things that led him to decide to serve in the state legislature was the mission statement of the Naval Academy! Particularly, he said, the ending that says Midshipmen are being developed "to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship, and govemment." Bob is a well respected congressman and the foUowing very much enjoyed his company: Bob Schultz '71, Bill Rentz '55, Ken and Sharon Thomas '73, Kurt Miller '88, Paul Hurst '62, Richard Wilson '64, Bob Olsen '54, John Cumberland '44, Donald Thompson '59, Britt Wattwood '72, Bob Bush '65, Brent Kinman '94, Jim Hatch '47, Pete Dabbieri '67, John Stark '51, Gary Hoy '84, Lorie Moore '64, Ian Wamberg '92, Will Wood '66, Dirk Mosis '73, Dick Fitzgerald '62, Mario Maddox '85, Mitch Rowland '71, Mike Herger '90.

As always, any visitors from out of town are welcome at our luncheons, which are held on the third Friday of each month at noon. Our luncheon location is the Jocks 'N Jills Sports Bar and Restaurant at 4046 Peachtree Road NE, in Brookhaven, a few miles northeast of Buckhead. You can readily puU directions to the luncheon location, as well as other Chapter information, from our Web site at www.usnaaaa.com.

Bill Bollwerk '91

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ILLINOIS Chicago Chapter CDR Frederick W. Weber, USNR '75 2134 Evert Court Northbrook, IL 60062-6612 h: 847-559-9381; w: 312-750-8899 e: fredrick.weber@rosshardies.com Blue Angels This Month The Blue Angels will be performing in Chicago on 19 and 20 August. More details to follow, but their entire 2000 schedule can be found at http:// www.defenselink.mil/news/Dec 1999/ bl2071999_bt558-99.html.

Army-Navy Golf Next Month The month of August is a good time to redouble your efforts to upgrade your golf game to prepare for the annual Army-Navy golf outing in September (Just tell your spouse that all the golf you are getting in is very important to the Chicago Chapter!) Check the Chicago Chapter newsletter for details. There will be lots of other activities in the fall culminating with the Army-Navy game in December so get ready.

Chapter Breakfasts Of course, not to forget the regular monthly breakfast series—first Thursday in the North Burbs; second Thursday in the West Burbs; and fourth Thursday in the Chicago Loop. In August those dates would be 3 August, 10 August and 24 August.

A couple of the usual suspects, plus one, appeared at the Loop breakfast on 25 May—John Howland '64, Fred Weber '75 and Tom Kam '93. Talked on several subjects including a debrief of the semiannual Board of Trastees meeting in Annapolis last Friday attended by new Chicago Chapter Trastee, Fred Weber '75 (good juicy war stories!).

Joe Long '84 reported on the most recent West Burbs Breakfast—Three of us gathered at the Naperville Holliday Inn on 11 May: Joe Long '84, Ed Elkin '84, and Tom Kam '93. Both Tom and Ed moved here from New Jersey. Ed is working with Lucent in Naperville, on wired telecommunications systems. Tom is the area service manager for York International HVAC systems. Joe is still working for the BNSF Railway in Chicago. Discussions ranged from catching up old Classmates, changes at the Academy, and the traffic in Chicago

Area and how it is affected by Chicago's two annual seasons—winter and construction.

Good turnout on 27 April at the Chicago Loop Breakfast (CLB). Discussed recruiting efforts being employed by the Trade School these days per the recent Washington Post article quoting Supe VADM John Ryan '67. Also discussed the Larry King show of Tuesday evening devoted exclusively to the blockbuster movie "U-571." Even had a sttong Marine Corps and all military pitch by the cast including former Marine Harvey Keitel who plays the chief of the boat. On hand were Daryl Rabert '63, John Howland '64, Fred Weber '75, Rich Haddad '84 and Joe Wright '85. We were joined by the WPSC secretary. Deb Chovancek '91 USMA and ALNAV friend and pilot, Bill Dudlicek.

Mike Isabelli '83 wrote in about the 6 April North Burbs Breakfast: Here's a quick note from yesterday's NBB where Phyllis and Lou Balestra '67, George SchmoU '69 and Mike Isabelli '83 gathered. Topics discussed included the stock market's roller coaster ride on Wednesday, competitive pistol shooting, computers, airplanes without pilots on board, heart surgery with robots, a few other modem medical miracles, and Army bath robes. You just never know what's going to be discussed!

Iwo Jima Memorial in Chicagoland Retired CAPT Tim Myers '64 reports in from the Zee Bee Front. As Chapter members know, Tim rans arguably the best NJROTC program in the country: Today, 8 May 2000, Zion Benton Township High School celebrated a great day. The school dedicated a replica of the Marine Memorial, Flag Raising on Iwo Jima. This replica is the fifth and final statue that Dr. Felix de Weldon has done.

Born in Austria, Dr de Weldon was in the United States Navy stationed at the Air Station at Patuxent River, when the Marines raised the flag on Mt. Suribachi. He was later assigned to the Marine Corps to make what is now the Marine Corps Memorial in Washington, D.C. He finished that one and has done four more smaller versions.

Dr. de Weldon, who is 92 years old and lives in California, was in attendance for the dedication at the school. The principal of the high school, Mrs. Sandy Galgan's father, Mr Ray Zuckley, was a Marine who landed on Iwo Jima, and was in attendance with a few other WWII veterans.

The monument, which can be seen in the picture window in the front of the school, is the only monument in a high school in the world. The ceremony was very impressive with students delivering heart warming stories of Marines who fought on Iwo. I felt extremely proud to be a part of a very patriotic school and community!

Chapter Web Site Finally, don't forget to check out the Chapter Web site at http://www.usna.coni/Chapters/US/Illinois/ Chicago/ John G.B. Howland '64, MoneyMinds@aol.com

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INDIANA Indianapolis Chapter CDR Charles A. Rainey '84, USNR 12804 Double Eagle Drive Carmel, IN 46033 h: 317-815-0575 e: crainey@fhlbi.com

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Michiana Chapter CDR John T. Haizlip '72, USN (Ret.) 15246 Longford Drive Granger, IN 46530 h; 219-273-2939 e: CHaizlip@aol.com

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Louis'vllle/Southern \midt^SmlaciMapter CDR Gregory R. Reinhardt '79, USNR 712 Talon Place Louisville, KY 40223-5575 h: 502-244-7707 e; airlgxr@airups.com

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Mr Miller was given the floor to announce to the Chapter the upcoming D-Day Memorial parade (starting at 10:00 a.m.) and dedication ceremony (starting at 12:00 p.m.) on 6 June.

Subsequent to an initial cocktail hour, the Chapter proceeded to lunch after the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and the invocation by Choppy Cusachs '56. Tickets for the raffle were drawn by Texas Aggie Kathryn Jones with the prize won by Captain-selectee DesMarais '80 (who was loudly reminded that she now owes the Chapter a wetting down party). The consolation prize (special bottle of wine with the Marine Corps logo, donated by the restaurant) was won by Rex Bent.

During the meal, the Chapter heard from Mr Bill Chaney of the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation in Annapolis, who described the many changes now taking place alongside the Severn. Tom Cruser '69 then introduced Ms. Lane Trippe from the New Orleans USNA Parents Club and mother of MIDN Gus Haik '02, who described the cooperative liaison objectives envisioned between Alumni Chapter and Parents Club and also provided information for accessing the Parents Club Web site (www.lanetrippe.com\LAPAC).

The meeting concluded after a brief business session which included discussions of arrangements for the upcoming Chapter dinner-dance (9 June), Navy-Tulane football game and tailgate (11 November) and Chapter/national Alumni membership application procedures.

In addition to the Co-Presidents listed above, primary Chapter contact points remain: Secretary: Milt Jones '61, (504-895-8445), mhjones61@ aol.com, and Treasurer: Fred Zeile '73, (504-6419103), fzeile@atinc.com.

CDR Rex A. Bent '76, USN (Ret) 229 Blue Crane #1 ^ Slidell, LA 70468 h: 504-847-9862 e: Rexuspa@compuserve.com CDR Joseph A. Grace Jr. '80, USNR 15 Allard Blvd NewOleans, LA70119 h: 504-486-9040 e: jgrace@notc.org The second luncheon meeting of 2000 was called to order by Rex Bent '76 on 7 April at Tavem On The Park in New Orleans. Attending Chapter members were: H. Lansden '48, A. Corderman '51, J. Sherar '52, J. Strader '54, L. Cole '54, L. Cusachs '56, J. Legendre '56, H. Smith '60, T. Glew '60, M. Jones '61 (with wife, Marji and Texas Aggie daughter, Kathryn '00), G. Yarbrough ' 6 1 , R. Tetrault ' 6 3 , J. Saux ' 6 3 , D. Lester '64, A. Rodriguez '66, K. Goodwin '67, J. White and T. eraser '69, J. Moody '70, T. Ruddock '71, RADM J "Mac" McLaughlin '72, D. Vogel '74, L. Warrenfeltz, W. Garrett '75, J. Nawrocki '75 with wife, Pam, A. Chenauh '76, R. Bent '76, A. "Drew" Nienhaus '78, R Branum '79, M. Schroeder '80, R. Granier '80, T. Allen '80, Captain-Selectee Carol DesMarais '80 with husband, Jim Hoffman, K. Elliott '80, R. Thweatt '81 and J. Brasoski '81, J. Reape '84, P Bertholf '88, B. Castieberry '90, P Lehman '93, J. CariUi '94 and L. White '96. Also present were honored guests Ms. Lane Trippe of the New Orleans USNA Parents Club, CAPT Richard "Rick" Davis, CO of the NROTC Unit at Tulane University, Mr Robert Miller (West Point '72) and Mr Bill Chaney of U.S. Naval Academy Foundation in Annapolis.

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MARYLAND Annapolis Chapter CAPT Stephen K. Laabs '64, USN (Ret.) 1937 Baltimore-Annapolis Blvd.

Annapolis, MD 21401 h:401 268-7709x104 e: stephen.laabs@usaa.com

Baltimore Chapter LCDR Steve G. Young '84, USNR c/o Legg Mason 600 Washington Avenue #200 Towson, MD 21204 w: 410-821-7700 e: SYoung@LeggMason.com

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Naval Academy. In a highly informative and encouraging presentation, he conveyed a very clear sense that the institution is being steered on a straight course to continued excellence under the capable hands of the current USNA administtation.

Dan also reminded attendees that private support was very important to maintaining integrity of these high impact programs into the future. Compelling data was cited which demonstrated that the Naval Academy provides the nation with its "best value" commissioning source.

On 13 April the Chapter welcomed as its luncheon speaker RADM Joe Dyer, commander of the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division and NavAir Assistant Commander for Research and Engineering. RADM Dyer gave a highly interesting and entertaining discussion dealing with principles of leadership which the admiral has picked up over the course of his accomplished career as a TacAir aviator, test pilot, technical manager, F/A18 program manager and in other positions of leadership across the Naval Aviation Systems TEAM. The GSMC has lined up a dynamic luncheon program over the next few months. On 18 May the group was to host CDR Rob Niewoehner '81, chairman of the USNA aeronautical engineering department. On 22 June, the Chapter will welcome to Pax River, Dr Bud McFarlane, former national security advisor to the president and currently chairman and CEO of Intemational Energy Investors.

The Chapter has also invited the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy to visit the Chapter in the coming months.

The GSMC Board of Directors will be placing a strategic focus on leadership as the theme that the Chapter will promote as it seeks in coming years to provide a foram for socializing, networking and professional growth among Academy graduates in southem Maryland. The Chapter has established the Leadership Luncheon Series to bring before the southem Maryland community those individuals who have, through precept and example, demonstrated the highest ideals of leadership and from whom we all may leam. We hope that all in the area can attend. For further information, please contact Ted Herring at 301-757-4352 or email at: tedherring@yahoo.com.

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Jack Pappas '61 RO. Box 154 DowelfMD 20629-0154 h: 410-326-5496 e: jpappas@erols.com http://www.navyalumni.org Dr Dan Struble '83, Vice President of the Naval Academy Foundation, visited beautiful Southern Maryland on 16 March and gave the GSMC an update on the Academy's Strategic Plan and on life at USNA. In a luncheon address to the Chapter at the Cedar Point Officers' Club onboard NAS Patuxent River, Dan highlighted the many dynamic initiatives underway to promote the mission of the

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MISSOURI Kansas City Chapter LCDR Lynn A. Thomas '83, USNR 1404 Stonecreek Drive SW Blue Springs, MO 64015-8838 h: 816-228-6766 e: LynnTW@aol.com

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St. Louis Chapter CAPT Douglas K. Rush '72, USNR (Ret) 9 Lenox Place St. Louis, MO 63108 h: 314-361-5262 e: jlohman@bspmlaw.com

General Shelton, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, with, L to r: Detroit Members, John Hemmen ' 84, Joe Laura USMA, Bob Mabbin '46, Bill Penn '63 and Ted Moss '61

MICHIGAN Detroit Chapter Arthur W. Bryant '66 1811 HoUywood ^ Grosse Pointe Woods, Ml 48236-1311 h: 313-885-2174; f: 313-881-2333 e: lynorart@flash.net

Several Chapter members enjoyed attending the West Point Society of Michigan's Founder's Day event on 25 March. The guest speaker was CAPT Jim Mulligan, USN (Ret.). Jim was a POW in Hanoi for seven years and related much about his experiences and philosophy.

The Michigan Blue & Gold membership could use a few more USNA grads; if interested, contact Bill Walsh (office: 248-473-0880).

The schedule for upcoming Chapter luncheons follows: Wednesday, 19 July Hogan's (Telegraph north of Maple/15-Mile) Thursday, 17 August Ten Eyke Tavern (Dearborn Inn) Friday, 15 September Detroit Club Friday, 13 October GuyHollerins Thursday, 16 November Hogan's Friday, 15 December HenryFordFairlane Estate Pool Restaurant All lunches begin at 11:30 a.m. Please RSVP to Charlie Schott (chukshot@hotmail.com).

General Shelton, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, chatting with Detroit Chapter President, Art Bryant '66 On 10 May 2000 the Detroit Chapter of the Naval Academy Alumni Association joined with The Economic Club of Detroit for a luncheon featuring General Shelton, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, as the guest speaker General Shelton spoke about the state of affairs in our military, and the challenges which face all branches of the service in all the trouble spots of the world. He answered many questions from members of the audience from areas of food stamps for enlisted members of the services to use of advanced technology in weaponry. Those from the Detroit Chapter in attendance included, Art Bryant '66, Ted Moss '61, Bill Penn '63, Joe Walsh, RADM Lee Landis, Bob Mabbitt '46, John Mehelas '51, and John Hennen '84.

The Detroit Chapter held its April luncheon on the 19th at The Dearborn Inn. Attendees were Michael Bennett (local Association of Naval Aviation chapter Commodore), Arthur Bryant '66, Fred Botero '80, Dave Galiyas '82, John Mehelas '51, Bill Penn '63 and Charles Schott '85.

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MINNESOTA Upper Midwest Chapter Darrei Gonyea '61 1053 Peninsula Point Road Shakope, MN 55379 W: 612-882-1112 e: GONYEALAND@aol.com

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Friday, 19 May, the day of the annual St. Louis All-Academy Golf Tournament was a cold, dreary, overcast day, much like you would expect at West Point. Actually, much like the personality you would expect of one who has attended school there. Even with the weather advantage that the Woo-Poos should have been accustomed to, it was as if they didn't even show up. Navy foursomes took the top five places, led by the lowest net score of Matt McCroary '81's championship team. The lowest gross score was a 62 by John Hueseman '78's team, composed of Dennis Herrington '76, Ned Hunter '8i and Mike Corrigan, who will be graduating from Chaminade High School and attending NAPS next year. Phil Saunders '62 was closest to the pin. Tom Abernathy '71 had the longest drive.

John Kane '44 was the senior grad in attendance and John Duckett '96 was the junior grad. Chuck Stout '70 was awarded a purple kidney for going over-the-wall against doctor's orders, and bravely playing through pain to contribute to a Navy victory. Marie Saunders (Phil Saunders '62) and Margaret Boley (John Boley '63) represented the Navy wives exceptionally well. Mike Dunham '70 showed up and cheered us on to victory, even though he does not golf. (Mike, the nice thing about golf is you don't need kevlar leggings!) Julie Zavodney '95 did the same. John Niesse '50, Chip Uhlemeyer '69, Phil Duckett '52, and Jim Checkett '64 also made important contributions to their teams. It was a great day for Navy, and a lot of fun. And many thanks to Dan Sullivan '56 and John Niesse for organizing and putting it all together Everyone who was there is already looking forward to defending the trophy next year. I feel as though 1 have left someone's name out who was in attendance, and if so, I apologize.

RADM Daniel L. Kloeppel, USNR, currentiy the Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff for ComNavAirPac has been named an associate member of the St. Louis Chapter of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, and we are looking forward to the valuable contributions that he can make to our organization. Additionally, John Kane has been named president of the St. Louis Council of the Navy League. Members of the council are very active in supporting youth programs and recruiting for the Navy.

For any of you who are looking for something new and interesting to do in the St. Louis area, then you should visit Ulysses S. Grant's home and museum at White Haven, near Grant's Farm. Ulysses S. Grant Personal Memoirs, Penguin Books, New York, NY, can be bought in the bookstore there, and it is very interesting reading. Even though he is a West Point Grad, he gives much credit to the U.S. Navy for the success of the Army's victories during the war between the states. Of particular in-

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terest is bis discussion of the actions taken by ADM David Porter, USN, in support of campaigns throughout the Mississippi Valley.

To quote from his conclusion starting on page 637, "We should have a good Navy, and our seacoast defences should be put in the finest possible condition. Neither of these cost much when it is considered where the money goes, and what we get in retum. Money expended in a fine Navy, not only adds to our security and tends to prevent war in the future, but it is very material aid to our commerce with foreign nations in the meantime. Money spent upon sea-coast defences is spent among our own people, and all goes back again among the people.

The work accomplished, too, like that of the Navy, gives us a feeling of security."

As our current Navy adapts to smaller ships and boats to deal with potential threats in littoral nations, it is interesting how these could be similar combat experiences to what was faced over 135 years ago. And even U.S. Grant gave recognition, when he wrote his memoirs 115 years ago, that the U.S. Navy's involvement in the Midwestem United States was critical. Perhaps our Chapter and other Midwestem Chapters can get similar recognition and support from our National Alumni Association; and perhaps the current administration will read what Grant has to say when debating whether to equip Aegis craisers with ballistic missile defense systems, etc.

See you at the picnic on 9 September Beat Army!

John Hueseman '78, Corresponding Secretary Hhuseman ©postnet. com h: 636-394-5302; w: 636-530-3432

NEBRASKA Omaha Chapter CAPT Dennis R. Fox '79, USJ 2113 Christine Street Papillion,NE 68133 h: 402-597-8862; w: 402-294-3722 DSN: 271-3722 e: fox2113@earthlink.net

NEVADA Las Vegas Chapter Mr. Bradley Carlson '91 2246 Darwin Circle Henderson, NV 89014-3105 h: 702-433-7248; w: 702-433-2100 e: BCarlson@goidc.com The Las Vegas Chapter meets monthly at a luncheon, usually on the third Tuesday of the month, (11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.). The meeting place has been Landry's Seafood House, 2610 W. Sahara Ave. Attending the March meeting were: Bob Border '39, Ken Ruiz '43, Frank Sain '49, Bob Titus '49, Hal Lewis '52, Denny Huff '58, Jerry Loveless '59, Ed Cariton '71, Craig Mueller '83, Brad Carlson '91 and Tessa Carlson '91.

Brad Carlson, representing the Class President '91, attended the 5 April meeting of all Class Presidents at USNA. He gave the group a summary of the briefing by the Superintendent on the status of the Strategic Plan and how it will impact the Academy as well as the Alumni. Great things are in the offing.

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Tessa Carlson '91 gave the group an update on the Chapter involvement in the USNA Summer Seminar Program. To date, three out of eight applicants have been accepted by the Academy. With specific Alumni donations of over $1,000, it is hoped that the Chapter can send at least two of them to the program and possibly all three. The Chapter Summer Seminar Scholarship Committee members are: Craig Mueller, Chairman, Henry Matloz '84, Steve Linder '69 and Mrs. Kitty Crawford (parent Classes of '93 and '96).

As indicated previously, the May meeting will be a catered social evening, on Tuesday the 17th, with Hal and Betty Lewis as host and hostess at their lovely home in Henderson's Green Valley. June will be a return to the luncheon at Landrys, prior to the summer hiatus. It is planned that invitations to join us will be sent to all of the locals, who have been accepted for the Class of '04 at USNA. Maybe we can even lure some of the local Alumni misanthropes out to let the Plebes-in-waiting see what old salts really look like.

One last thing, Las Vegas Chapter sends its congratulations and best wishes to George Watt Jr. '73, our new president of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and CEO of the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation.

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Las Vegas Chapter meets monthly at a luncheon, usually on the third Tuesday of the month (11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). Meeting place has been Landry's Seafood House, 2610 W. Sahara Ave. However, for the May meeting a catered evening social was held at the lovely home of Betty and Hal Lewis '52. In addition to the host and hostess the following members were in attendance: Joey and Bob Border '39, Judy and Ken Ruiz '43, Greta and Al Newmann '44, Jack Rafttery '47, Nancy and Hugh Benton '52, Joan and Jim Stephens '54, Janet and Steve Linder '69, Craig Mueller '83, Tessa and Brad Carlson '91, Chris Walsh '94 and his guest, LaVerne and Jim Morrison, and three junior ROTC Cadets, that the Chapter is sponsoring for the USNA Summer Seminar program, with their families. The next meeting in June will be the usual luncheon meeting and the last one before the summer hiatus. Chapter luncheon meetings will resume in September Bob Titus '49, Corresponding Secretary nevadabob49@juno.com

N E W JERSEY Monmouth County Chapter LtCol Robert L. Vogt '59, USMC (RgjL 50 Polly Way Middletown, NJ 07748-3189 h: 732-671-9330; w: 732-530-8444 e: Bob.Vogt@telos.com

NEW MEXICO Albuquerque Chapter Maj Donald Rohr '55, USAF (Ret.)

NEW YORK Capital District Chapter LCDR Thomas M. OweiB; US 205 Colonial Avenue Albany, NY 12208-2404 h: 518-446-9278 e; owenst@bsk.com M e t r o N e w York Chapter RADM Henry F. White Jr., USNR '68 PO. Box 800 Bronx, NY 10471-0800 718-549-2177 e: hfwhite@iicl.org Chapter Hotiine: 1-800-234-USNA Web site: www.NAANY.org Western N e w York Chapter CAPT Nelson A. Blish '69, USNR (Ret.) 3840 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14618-3729 h: 716-248-9739 e: NelsonAB@Kodak.com

NORTH CAROLINA Charlotte Chapter Bryan Dolan '76 5629 Laurium Road Chariotte, NC 28226 h: 704-364-6451 As I sit here writing (in late May), the plans for our Annual Plebe Send-Off Picnic are well underway, and as you read this, I hope you were able to attend. In the next month's column I'll give you a little info about the eight men and two women who are entering the Class of 2004.

Also, by the time you read this, we will have had a fun evening at the Charlotte Symphony Summer "POPS" concert at South Park on Sunday, 2 July.

Our remaining functions for the year will be the "Tennis Social" in early fall; the Annual Veteran's Day Golf Outing in November; Army-Navy Football TV Party and the Christmas Luncheon with the Midshipmen (if they are home on leave in time).

Bryan Dolan '76 had discussions at the Chapter Presidents Meeting in Annapolis about how to create a connection for Chapter email lists within the system USNAAA has up and ranning. At this time we don't know how it can be accomplished; therefore, for the time being, I will be the "keeper" of the mailing lists—email, home and office. Hopefully, by the time you see this I will have been in contact to update your data. I would greatly appreciate anyone new to the area contacting me either by email or telephone so I can update the Chapter Listing.

More to come about remaining functions. Don't forget the monthly informal luncheons at Sheraton—Four Points on the third Friday at noon.

Tom Hutchins cthmph @ bellsouth. net 704-375-9046

4804 Northridge Place NE Albuquerque, NM 87111 -2104 h: 505-294-4048; f: 505-844-5947 e: rohrdf@sandia.gov

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The group plans to sponsor a June "Welcomi Aboard" for members of the incoming Class as wel as a summer golf outing, it being that almost ev erybody in attendance that day had at least som( familiarity with the game. Dave Reif '63 said h( would "advance the ball" on our group playing a White Hawk. Pete Reig '89 (a former golf tean captain) seems the early favorite to win the medal Others present include the SOPA, Tom Wilsor '43, "Zach" Zacharias '48, Dick Liebendorfei '50, Lew Diley '54, Harry Rouse '77, Stevi Wickerson '83, and George Carradini '84.

Alumni living in the Tulsa area are invited tc contact Harry Rouse at the above address/phone foi more information about the Chapter's activities Three to five meetings a year are planned. There are over 60 Alumni with addresses within 100 miles of Tulsa (excluding the Oklahoma City area) anc all are invited to participate in as many activities as they can.

LtCol Gary L. Beaver '77, USMCR 10 Silver Oak Court Greensboro, NC 27455 h: 336-299-4736 e: Gbeaver@AdamsKleemeiercom

Triangle Chapter CAPT William K. Gautier '67, USN (Ret.) 116 Birklands Drive Cary,NC 27511-8203 h: 919-233-7255 e: William.Gautier@jcbradford.com http://triangleusna.home.mindspring.com/ For those of you who were not at the monthly luncheon 5 May, the Chapter voted in new officers for 2000-2001. With overwhelming support, the following folks are your new officers; PresidentBill Gautier '67; Vice President-Tom Leiser '67; Treasurer-Joe Matza '85; Secretary-Stan Bashaw '81; Board Member-Steve Wistner '89; Board Member-Chuck Adams '63; Board MemberBruce Cavey '74; Board Member-Helmut Feifs '66; Board Member-Andy Finlayson '66.

The following folks were the ones doing the voting: Steve Beminger '84, Jim Mergner '61, Mike Robinson '80, Tom Leiser '66, Brace Cavey '74, Helmuts Feifs '66, Andy Finlayson '66, Milt Gorham '59, Gary Lew '60, Brace Runberg '64, Jim Metiencamp '48, Joe Matza '85, Gary Chapel '61, David Strube '72 and Stan Bashaw '81.

On 11 May, Brace Cavey presented three Leadership Awards to Cary High School NJROTC students. Christopher Bumap, Crystal Rose and Ed Pennington were saluted for their personal leadership efforts and dedicated service to their unit and the community. Each was given a monetary award.

Two students were given the Leadership award last year. This year one has been accepted as a member of the next Class at USNA and the other has won an NROTC scholarship at North Carolina State.

The Chapter meets for lunch on the first Friday of the month at Newton's Southwest, at the Harrison Stteet exit of 1-40 in Cary. For the latest information on Chapter events, check out our Web site at http://triangleusna.home.mindspring.com. For membership information, call Mitch Mitchell, 252478-2850.

OHIO .^ Cincinnati/Northern KY Chapter Michael F. Simon '73

Columbus/Central Ohio Chapter CAPT Wm. "Mick" Taylor '68, USMC (Ret.) 1450 Abbotsford Green Drive Powell, OH 43065 h: 614-888-6774 e: micktaylor@yahoo.com Results of the Election of Chapter officers effective 1 June 2000 are: President-Mick Taylor '68; Vice PresidentHoward Russell '71; Secretary-Ed Tipshus '54; Treasurer-Jerry O'Donnell '61; Programs-Roy Girod '53; Membership-Russ Puppe '66; Web master-Dave Baker '63; Newsletter-Jim Cowardin '66; Parents Club Liaison-Matt Lightner '89 Ed Tipshus '54

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

OKLAHOMA Oklahoma City Chapter CAPT Charles C. Coley '34, USN (Ret)

757 Maidstone Court Cincinnati, OH 45230-3827 h: 513-231-3174 e: msimon757@aoI.com

411 NW 14th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73103-3510 h: 405-235-0234 e: cccusn@aol.com

Cleveland Chapter CAPT A. O. Rule III 50, USNR (Ret)

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90 Pheasant Run Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 h: 440-247-4379; w; 440-247-5100 x328 e: raleIII@aol.com

CDR Harry V. Rouse IV '77, USN (Ret.) 2623 East 33 Place Tulsa, OK 74105-2334 h: 918-748-8650 e: HVRouse@aol.com The Tulsa, OK, Chapter held its first meeting in many years at the Mexicali Restaurant in Midtown on 18 April. Representatives from five decades were present to enjoy the Mexican munchies and a few beverages, mostly from south of the border

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OREGON Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter Mr. M. Alexander "Tex" Harkins Jr. '67

4055 SW 48th Place Portland, OR 97221-3735 h: 503-297-0252 e: harkins @ computer org Web site: http://usnaaa-or-swwa.homepage.com March Luncheon The Chapter met for our monthly Luncheon on 8 March at the Georgian Room Restaurant, in the downtown Meier and Frank. Attending the luncheon were: Jack Barrett '43, Ken Lissy '45, Don Beatty '57, Jake McMichael '58, Butch Bewick '61, Jack Kohl '65, Don Haslett '66, Alex "Tex" Harkins '67, Ed Hepp '67, Cal Meek '67, Doug Bomarito '68, Joe Kavale '68, Tim Oilman '71, Mark Cooksey '71, Skip Phipps '73, Bruce Thompson '73, Dave Jenson '77, Jim Loeffler '78, Robert Lunifeld '85, Doug Cooper '86, Associate Member Patrick Young and. Lance Gilmore.

Chapter Business Butch Bewick '62, Doug Bomarito '68, and Dave Jenson '77, briefed the group on what all happened during the February Educator Orientation visit to the U.S. Naval Academy. With all the Navy C-9s down for inspection, the Alumni and Educators going on the trip were afforded the rare privilege of flying cross country on a C-130. As Butch described it, the trip was an experience in "togetherness." Other than the flight, the visit was an overwhelming success. The Educators were treated like VIPs at the Academy, shown anything they wanted to see, and met with Midshipmen who had attended their respective schools. Butch also announced that ten candidates from our area have been accepted for the incoming Class of 2004, another measure of the success of our Blue & Gold effort.

Business Networking With Ed Hepp '67 leading the group, the luncheon attendees all introduced themselves, gave a little background, and then talked about their experiences and business and community involvement Much as he did last year, Ed wanted to show that within the group there were members who are selling materials or services and members who are buying materials or services.

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It was very informative, we all got to know the other members a little better, and at the end of the luncheon, and a few business cards changed hands.

Don Beatty '57 and his experience with farming and typhoons in the Philippines, probably ranks as the most unique story told at the luncheon.

Personal Notes Attending the luncheon for the first time, was Robert Lunifeld '85.

Chapter Council Meeting The Chapter Council met on 8 April at the home of Chapter President Doug Bomarito '68, attending that meeting were: Butch Bewick' 61, Jack Kohl '65, Alex "Tex" Harkins '67, Ed Hepp '67, Cal Meek '67, Doug Bomarito '68, Joe Kavale '68, Brace Thompson '73, Skip Phipps '73, and Matt Wilson '90. The Council discussed the direction the Chapter was going to take in the coming year, the slate of Chapter officials that would be voted on in June, Blue & Gold efforts, and funding for both the Chapter President and Vice President to attend the annual "Presidents" Conference in Annapolis.

April Luncheon The Chapter met for our monthly Luncheon on 11 April at the Georgian Room Restaurant, in the downtown Meier and Frank. Attending tiie luncheon were: John Besson '35, Jack Barrett '43, Ken Lissy '45, Chuck Whiteside '45, Dave Beadling '48, Jack McCamont '48, Jim Lieser '51, Jake McMichael '58, Butch Bewick ' 6 1 , Jack Kohl '65, Dick Bamette '66, Alex "Tex" Harkins '67, Ed Hepp '67, Cal Meek '67, Doug Bomarito '68, Mark Cooksey '71, Skip Phipps '73, Brace Thompson '73, Doug Ballard '74, Alex Sharp '79, Mark Middleton '81, Ric Van Antwerp '81, Doug Cooper ' 86, Matt Wilson '90, Robin Goffrier BGO, and guests Glen and Gaylean Swanson, and Cathy Lutz.

This was a busy luncheon, with a lot going on.

Glen and Gaylean Swanson from the "Blueback Chapter of the Navy League" spoke to the group about the role the Navy League plays in community involvement and promoting a strong Navy. In particular, this group is strong in the Portland area in its active participation with the Navy during the "Rose Festival" fleets visit to Portland. Jack Barrett '43 gave the group a short debrief on his recent visit to the Naval Academy and in particular his impression of the Academy's current ethics programs. Butch Bewick '61, spoke about Blue & Gold assignments, and the number of successful appointments that had been awarded. John Besson '35, a supporter of the Intemational Midway Memorial Foundation, and a survivor of the battle of Midway himself, told everyone about his having the privilege of attending the 90th birthday celebration of LCDR Richard Best, USN (Ret). LCDR Best was the only pilot who bombed two Japanese carriers at the Battle of Midway, 4 June 1942. Lastiy, in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Submarine Service, the senior submariner, Jack Barrett '43, and the two junior submariners, Mark Middleton '81 and Ric Van Antwerp '81 (who was attending a luncheon for the first time), cut a cake appropriately decorated for the occasion.

May Dinner The Chapter hosted a dinner on 3 May to honor the visit to Portland of USNA Academic Dean Bill Miller '62. The dinner was attended by 50 people including nine prospective or incoming Midshipmen. It was a great opportunity for everyone to hear the latest in Naval Academy news and policies.

May Luncheon The Chapter met for our monthly Luncheon on 10 May at the Georgian Room Restaurant, in the downtown Meier and Frank. Attending the luncheon were: Ken Lissy '45, Dave Beadling '48, Jack McCamont '48, Jake McMichael '58, Butch Bewick '61, Jerry Larsen '62, Jack Kohl '65, Dick Bamette '66, Cal Meek '67, Joe Kavale '68, Brace Thompson '73, Skip Phipps '73, Scott Fitzpatrick '80, Mark Middleton '81, Mike Keller '87, and guest CDR Ken Ginader, USN. CDR Ginader (captain selectee), operations officer. Commander Navy Region Northwest, who had spoken to the group last year prior to Rose Festival, spoke about Navy Region Northwest involvement in Oregon and SW Washington in the role of military support to civil authorities (local and state entities). He further explained that for federally declared disasters, this region is assigned a Federal Emergency Management Agency region that encompass four states (Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and Idaho). Ken even covered the region's involvement with the grounding of the "New Carissa," which drew the most questions from the group.

The Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter meets for lunch the second Wednesday of every month at The Georgian Room Restaurant, Meier and Frank 10th Floor, Downtown Portland, 6th and Alder, at 11:30 a.m. Please join us. Call Doug Bomarito '68 (503-699-0003) or Alex "Tex" Harkins '67 (503-297-0246) for any additional information, or check our Web site.

Joe Kavale '68

PENNSYLVA Philadelphia Chapter Mr. Paul James '81 323 Minuteman Drive Collegeville, PA 19426-3494 h: 610-666-1093 e: Paul_James@Vanguard.com http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/USNAPhil Upcoming Events sponsored by USNA AA of Philadelphia 9/9: Navy-Army Alumni Golf Challenge USNA AA of Philadelphia events will be pre-

ceded by a mailing. If you would like to be added to the mailing list, please make sure you have mailed your annual dues to Mike DeLorey '70, 505 S. Lenola Road, Suite 211, Moorestown, NJ 080579896. Anyone interested in helping to ran events throughout the year, please contact Paul James '81 at PJUSNA81@yahoo.com.

Biannual Navy-Army Golf Challenge Saturday, 9 September, 11:30 a.m. A great time last spring by golfers and non-golfers a like.

Limekiln Golf Course, http://www.limegolf com, near the Willow Grove Naval Air Station. The price is $65 ($60 for dues-paid members) which includes 18 holes, a cart, beer and hot dog at the 9th, and full buffet with cash bar at the 18th. Any one interested should contact Paul James '81 at PJUSNA81@yahoo.com or 610-666-1093.

Job Networking Luncheons Monthly luncheons are held the first Wednesday of each month at the Chart House, Penns Landing.

These joint luncheons with West Point have had great job placement success to date. Come to our luncheons and support our program, which has placed 89 folks in the last 42 months. The cost is $25 paid at the door for a complete lunch with salad, entree and dessert. To reserve a seat email or call Julian Toneatto '67 USMA, atAdler@fast.net (856757-0070) within one day of the event.

Southeastern PA Parent's Association The USNA Parent's Assn. (SEPA) President is Dindy Liebert (215-233-3253 or LiebertCOÂŽ AOL.com) and the Newsletter Editor is Joe Bartish (609-722-4336 or JBartish@quadnet.net). http:// www.navy-usna.org/SPPA/.

Blue & Gold Officers Anyone interested in becoming a Blue & Gold Officer can contact Don McRae in PA at DonMcl@AOL.com (610-449-9674) or Al Burr in NJ at Diamondl @BellAtiantic.net (609-387-9202). http://www.nadn.navy.mil/BGO/ News Input Philadelphia Chapter news input for Shipmate should be emailed to Paul H. James '81 at PJUSNA81 Šyahoo.com (610-666-1093). Information about the above events will be mailed throughout the year to dues-paid members. You are welcomed to send your email address to PJUSNA81@yahoo.com.

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William E. Otto '71 4105 Tartan Court Murrysville, PA 15668-1045 h: 724-325-4281; w: 412-856-3500 e: Figaro4105@aol.comPhiHppines

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CAPT Rafael V. Dacanay '76, PN Apt. F5E JOQ Bonifacio Naval Station Makati City, Philippines Tel: 815-3420 loc. 6458 894-4121 and 917-521-5044 e: rvd76@yahoo.com Sec'y: LT Vincent Sibala '93 PN93 Hydrographic Center, NISF Bonifacio Naval Station Makati City, Phillipines Tel: 843-1833/812-7416 e: nomu@cav.pworld.net.ph Bobby Lim '42 hosted a fine Chapter dinner at the Asian Institute of Management at Makati City on 20 July 1999 at which the new set of officers (the two above-listed plus Leo McGuinn '72) received a briefing from outgoing President Chuck Agustin '60 who headed the Chapter since VADM Carl Cunanan '58 (former FOIC, PN) retired, turning it over to the most senior active duty member The tum over, according to Chuck, fulfills that unwritten tradition which the members then agreed upon in 1989.

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The Chapter agreed on a few things, first the next schedule of activities, in which Bobby Lim announced that Commodore Joe Francisco '31 offered to host the next meeting, to be followed by Roy Golez '70, then a Chapter special live viewing of the 1999 Army-Navy Game which is without prejudice to the ttaditional affair with the West Point Society (Sunday lunch at which the tape will be replayed). Not much activity since the traditional annual Army-Navy Football Game reunion with the West Point Society last December Maximo " J u n " Mejia '88 is still witii the Philippine Coast Guard, now separated from the Navy and under the Department of Transportation and Communications, he is currently seconded as a faculty member at the World Maritime University in Malmo, Sweden. He graduated from that school also, with an M.S. in maritime safety administration, and met his lovely Swedish wife there. His Classmate, Joseph "Jun Jun" Abaya '88, is with NISF and doing evening school work as well.

Chuck Agustin is preparing to attend his 40th reunion in September, and already has the NW airline tickets booked.

RECREATIONAL __ VEHICLE ^^..^itlfd American Chapter ^^^HHBBB^^yi Pres: CAPT James N. Roberts '59, USN (Ret) 152 Springlakes Drive Martinez, GA 30907 h: 706-860-6430 e: jrobe92528@aol.com Sec/Tres: LtCol Michael C. Stevens '59, USAF (Ret.) 900 Big Lick Hollow Road New Haven, KY 40051-6211 h: 502-549-3610 e: mstevens@bardstown.com Shipmate inputs to: Mike Stroop '54 138 Cantebury Drive Madison AL 35758 e: pstroop@earthlink.net Chapter Web site: www.clik.to/rvnews The seven units that made it to this northem Georgia campground arrived in warm and sunny weather in the 70s, but saw the conditions change to rain and snow by the weekend. The attendance included Lynn and Dave "Red Dog" Cannon '53, Marcia and Jimmy Connors '74, Cathy and Bill Corroum '59, Mary Jane and Bob Metcalf '61, Mary Lou and Mike Stevens '59, Deanie and Terry Sutherland '54, and the host and Firstie Gerry and Bill Rodriguez '54. As usual, the ladies outdid themselves in the covered dish department with shrimp gumbo, salad, French bread plus chocolate and hummingbird cake on the picnic tables Thursday night.

For those not familiar with the North Georgia area, Hawassee is near the North Carolina border and surrounded by interesting sights. One is the Swiss influenced town of Helen that was on the tour for Friday along with lunch at Unicoi State Park Lodge and dinner at the Dillard House in Dillard, GA. Terry Sutherland held a brief business meeting and announced that the dues increase that was approved this year would go into effect in January.

Terry also reported on the progress made so far in the decal search. Terry also briefed the attendees on the events scheduled for the rest of this year. All

of that is in the newsletter Over The Horizon. Check the Web site anytime to get the latest update. For those without Intemet access, a copy is mailed once a quarter as it is updated. For those with Intemet access, we assume that you will check this more frequently. This is our primary means of communicating with you.

But the time you read this in Shipmate we will have had two more Come Arounds. Perhaps we can find Bo Newsome and get the info on the West Coast Pendelton plans.

Habitat is looking good with nine units signed up for the September build in Plains, GA. Applications have been submitted by the following members: Stroop, Carpenter, Baker, Byington, McClay, Miller, Van Metre, Sharpe, and Sloan.

Skid Rowe '82 is working the Tailgate Come Around for the Navy-Notre Dame game in October Tickets for that game are what Skid calls "YOYO" or "you are on your own." Check with the Athletic Association for the order dates and price.

Jimmy "the boy" Connors '74 is making good progress for our Watts Bar Come Around also in the fall. This is a beautiful part of Tennessee any time, but late October should be the peak of the fall colors.

Here are a few pictures from our Pensacola Come Around that was held 4-7 May.

Terry Sutherland '54 is working hard on the Chapter decal issue with very littie help or success. I am not sure if this was a suggestion or a motto

Skid Rowe '82 with Terry Sutherland and Mike Stroop '54. Skid is the only real aviator in the picture, but he had never seen a Yellow Peril. Terry and I told him all of our Severn War stories and explained the state of the art communication system used between the pilot and student in the "old Navy" I didn't get any pictures of our Firstie Pern Wall '44 who did an outstanding job for us with plenty to do on every POD. Our Saturday evening meal was in a great place on the inland waterway. Thanks "PB" and a "BZ" to you and Sara.

Mike and Annie Stroop

RV Chapter Join up in Orlando for Navy-Notre Dame THE NAVAL ACADEMY ALUMNI RV CHAPTER HAS RESERVED A CAMP SITE NEAR THE CITRUS B O W L FOR ONLY $I6.00/NIGHT WATER A N D ELECTRIC TAILGATING IS DIFFICULT AT THE CITRUS B O W L SINCETHEY D O N O T PERMIT OVERNIGHT PARKING ANDTHERE WILL B E T W O GAMES THAT DAY A N Y INTERESTED A L U M N I . CHAPTER MEMBERS OR N O T C A N JOIN US. Please make your reservations through Gerard Rowe '82 at Rowegerard(gaol.com Visit the Chapter's apters Web site at www.cliK.to/rvnews likto/r for details RS.VVe have invited tlie Notre Dame Alumni to join us Shipmate, July-August 2000

on that success, the Heritage Foundation's scope was changed to include the entire state of Rhode Island and Blythe World in Bristol became the first "new" property to fall under the aegis of the organization. At some time in the early history of the organization, one of the foundation's board members was chastised by an acquaintance for belonging to that".. .extteme right wing Washington, D.C, group" which shared the same name. The name of the Rhode Island organization was subsequentiy changed to the Heritage Trust, but many assumed that was a bank someplace in the state, so early in Nick Brown's term, the name was again changed, this time to Preserve Rhode Island.

Neil Bates '57 and his famous squirrel hunting Yorkie, Penny. What they say about a man and his dog beginning to look alike after a few years together must be true

RHODE ISLAND Newport Chapter CAPT James M. Conway '55, tJSN (Ret.) 50 Ayrault Stteet Newport, Rl 02840-2728 i^k' h: 401-847-5039 ^ ^ e: castleconw@aol.com W^^ Our guest speaker was Nick Brown '56. Nick is executive director of Preserve Rhode Island, the statewide preservation organization. He was originally going to tell us how he failed Retirement 101, but after surveying his audience, he decided that since most of us were in the business of (self) preservation, then preservation should be his topic for the night, thus, "New Approaches to Saving Old Things."

As a matter of background, Nick is a retired Captain USN who had the honor of commanding three surface combatants and a destroyer squadron. He was aide to CinCPac, ADM John S. McCain '31 and to GEN Alexander Haig when he was SacEur He was also aide/advisor to the CNO, ADM James HoUoway '43 and then staff advisor to SecNav, The Honorable John Lehman. Nick retired from the Navy in June 1983. From Febraary 1984 until January 1995, he was executive director of the National Aquarium in Baltimore, MD. For those of you who may not have visited the Aquarium, you're nussing a real treat. Nick has been with Preserve Rhode Island since June 1998.

The preservation organization was bom in 1956 under the titie of Heritage Foundation, RI, with the mission to restore Benefit Street in Providence. So successful was the restoration project, that it became the paradigm for historic Annapolis, Savannah, Charleston and other sinular sites. Building Shipmate, July-August 2000

The preamble of legislative act, which established the original Heritage Foundation, recognized that it was greatiy in the public interest that beautiful and historic buildings, places and things in Rhode Island be preserved for public enjoyment and to atttact visitors to the state; (a precursor of cultural tourism) and that continued activity be inspired in the exttaordinary development of architecture, arts and crafts which has been the rich heritage of Rhode Island from its earliest days.

Unfortunately, despite this broad mandate, the organization got sidetracked into the business of historic house management. When Nick came aboard, he wanted the organization to retum to its roots. To this end, a new mission statement was developed: -to promote the conservation effort; -to advocate in the classic lobbying sense to insure that regulations and laws be conservation friendly; -recognize the need to network: need to make people happy about their volunteer organizations, need to help them figure out how to fund raise and how to make things go forward; -use easements to have property owners limit their rights of ownership in return for tax benefits.

The third step in turning the organization around was to affiliate it with the National Trast for Historic Preservation. (Forty-six other states had already affiliated with the Trast before Rhode Island joined the bandwagon.)

That was a picture of Preserve Rhode Island and how it got to where it is now. Nick then shifted his focus to give us a look at where preservation is today. Preservation was very much to the fore in the 1950s, but then it got squashed by a number of other issues—mostly of an environmental or conservation nature. Now, preservation is retuming to the forefront, primarily for two reasons: 1. We are ranning out of land. If sprawl continues at the present rate, the projection is that we will be built out in 20 years. A recent study shows that the econonuc cost of this sprawl is tremendous.

Preservation (recycling) is cheaper than rebuilding elsewhere.

2. Preservation also has its share of problems.

Preservationists have attracted a very elitist image, and are compared unfavorably to the conservationists who want to save things such as: whales, seal cubs, snail darters, etc. Preserve Rhode Island recognizes these problems the organization is having and is trying to solve them by doing several very specific things: —Through advocacy, encourage the use of tax credits for house preservation at both state and national levels.

—Encourage building code changes to obviate the need for all renovations to comply with current building codes.

Nick also noted that the State of Rhode Island would be hosting the nationwide National Trast

Conference in 2001 and hopes that the conference will give added impetus to preservation in this state.

Preserve Rhode Island has just set up a system of supporters statewide, which it calls its Partners in Preservation. Those joining will be on a priority invitation list and receive the newsletter To sign up, you may contact Preserve RI at 50 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903 or phone 401-2725101.

Joining us for the evening's festivities were: Sid Merrill '34, Brown Taylor '34; Trina and Tom Weschler '39; Dorothy and Fred Stevenson '46; Wirt Thayer '47 and his guest, Mary Scares; Earl Trickey '47; Jane and Dave Whelan '48; Maggie and Frank Snyder '48a; Pud and Bob Connelly '52; Anita and Jim Conway '55; Nick Brown '56; Ben Katz '57; Peter Tarpgaard '59; Ray Witter '64 and Associate Members; Mary and Jack Bumey '46, USMA; Bushy Henry (Gene Henry '39); Nancy Bredbeck (Bill Bredbeck '58); and George Smith. Peter Tarpgaard offered the grace for the evening's repast.

At one time, athletics were forbidden at the Naval Academy, until they were introduced during the regime of which Superintendent and Commandant?

If it will help, it is the same crew who introduced the full dress outfit, the present cap insignia, color competition and the extra duty squad.

Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, 31 May at the Officers' Club where we will feast on roasted turkey and fixings. Attitude adjustment from 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7:15 p.m. Our guest speaker will be Pieter Roos. Pieter is the director of restoration for the Newport Restoration Foundation, the Doris Duke organization which has done so much to preserve historic buildings on Aquidneck Island.

Our final dinner meeting of the season will be held on Tuesday, 27 June and will feature Howard Burdick '56 as our guest speaker Either Howard will tell us about his recent sailing adventure. Northeast Harbor to Key West, or, Jane will give us her insight with "Eight Months With Howard Without a Break." It should be great fun.

For those passing through, we usually meet on the last Tuesday of September-November and January-June. Spouses, friends, and other service academy grads are welcome. While we encourage membership at $12 ($6 for active duty), those who are only here for a short time are most welcome without joining.

1 now have 13 of our members receiving the NAAA Newport Newsletter by email, which cuts down on the folding and stuffing I have to do and also reduces our expenses. If anyone else would like to receive the newsletter online, please let me know. I'll send you a test transmission first to ensure you can down load without any problems.

Ben Katz Corresponding Secretary becat@earthlink.net

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SOUTH c A R O L - ^ ^ Charleston Chapter CAPT Joseph C. Gamboa '62, USNR (Ret.) 1672 Seignious Drive Charleston, SC 29407-9661 • h: 843-556-4544 http://members.tripod.com/~mitt2/navy/ e: ananda6662.aol.com April Meeting The meeting was held on 17 April at our usual lunch meeting site, the Omar Shrine facility adjacent to the Patriot's Point Naval and Maritime Museum. The speaker for the day was RADM James B. Osborne '42, USN (Ret.).

The Admiral entertained the membership with many anecdotes from his long and interesting career in the submarine service. He told of sea trials with ADM Hyman Rickover '22, experiences working for Admirals Elton Grenfell '26 and William Rabom '28, crossing swords with weapons and equipment conttactors, and so on. What came across was an officer of great technical acumen and a lot of common sense.

Those in attendance included Walt Robinson and Oz Osborne '42; Audley McCain '43; James Forrester '45; Joe Hollemon '46; Jerry Nuss '47; Bill Wright '49; Max Hill '51; Tim Taylor '54; Jim Kenney, George Lisle, Dave Morgan '58, Jack Sutton '58; Frank Kirk '61, Ollie Oliver '61; Joe Gamboa '62; Bill Nold '71; Bill Bobo '72; Bob Jordan '80; David Ricks '81; Patrick Morrissey '86; Pat Hunkler '89; Deanna Adams '94; and associate member Bill Dull.

2000-2001 Officers The nominees for the 2000-2001 slate are: President: Joe Gamboa '62; VP: Bill Nold '73; Secretary: Ollie Oliver '61; Treasurer: Bob Jordan '80; Trastees: Dave Emerson' 50 (incumbent), Deanna Adams '94, and Jim Welsch '67.

May Meeting A catered picnic at historic Middleburg Plantation, the country home of Jane and Max Hill '51, constituted this month's meeting of Alumni. Located up the Cooper River in the heart of the area of the state where rice was cultivated in times past, the plantation stracture (we leamed) is the oldest in continual use in the Carolinas.

After lunch, a fascinating lecture and tour was given by Max Jr (Mackey). His knowledge of historic preservation and of the colonial life and history of the Carolinas was quite impressive. He was quite articulate and he seemed to have a real passion for history. A wonderful aftemoon of good food, good fellowship, and leaming was had by all.

Joining in the fun included Mary Claire and Bill Seeger '44; Connie and Dave Emerson '50 and Joyce and Gene Dunnaway '50; Jane and Max Hill '51, Cathy and Dick Dalla Mura '51; Jane and Al Baciocco '53, Minnie and Tom Mayberry '53, Sue and Jim Rodgers '53, Sue and Dick Albright '53; Nancy and Ed Newbegin '55; Nancy and Jim Flatiey '56; Dave Morgan '58; Ollie Oliver '61; Sylvia and Joe Gamboa '62; Susan and Jim Welsch '67; Sallie and Bill Nold '71; Athena and Bob Jordan '80; Sarah and Pat Hunkler '89; Deanna Adams '94, and Bill Dull Jr. '01. Also present were associate members Bill and Maggie Dull.

In June, the monthly meeting was to be held on the 19th, speaker to be from the Naval Academy.

Thereafter, the follow-on meetings will be on 17 July and 21 August.

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Chapter meetings (luncheons) are usually held the third Monday of each month at the Omar facility adjacent to Patriot's Point in Mount Pleasant.

No reservation needed.

If you are visiting from out of town, contact a member for directions and by all means come and give us the pleasure of your company.

various combinations of crews. The guests at the party also got to see some good racing. Sandy and Jack Richard '52 deserve special credit for organizing this event the past few years.

The monthly meetings at Ryans in Oak Ridge at noon on the first Wednesday of each month remains well attended. Anyone who can make it will enjoy the fellowship and camaraderie.

South Carolina Midlands Chapter Rev. Aris P. Metrakos 9 Baying Hound Way Blythewood, SC 29016-8743 h: 803-786-8100 e; colagoc@mindspring.com Web site: www.members.aol.com/usnaaasc

Palmetto Chapter William B. Swent '88 (Acting President) Leatberwood, Walker, Todd & Mann, PC. 100 E.Coffee Street RO. Box 87 Greenville, SC 29602-0087 w: 864-242-6440 e: WSwent@LWTM.com

Spectators at Captain Jack's Regatta, including Sandy Richard at the far right

Low Country Chapter Robert M. Hoskins Jr. '87 14 Sandpiper Road Hilton Head, SC 29928-6419 h: 803-686-4351 e: bobhoskinsjr@hotmail.com

'57 Members Tom Kirkland, Jim Bibb and Ed Whiting at the June Chapter meeting

Memphis Chapter T E N N E S S E E Chattanooga C h a p t e Mr. Charles T, Higgins '64 PO. Box 15427 Chattanooga, TN 37415-0427 h: 423-877-0776 ext. 11 e: chiggins@voy.net Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter CAPT Jackson B. Richard '52, USN (Ret) 13 River's Run Way Oak Ridge, TN 37830-9005 h: 423-483-8599 e: richardjb@mindspring.com The Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter hosted the 2000 Spring Break Training for the Navy Lightweight Varsity and Plebe crews. They aurived on Saturday, 18 March during a cool and rainy afternoon. Coach Dale Hurley, the coaching assistants, the Officer Rep Eric Twite, and the Mids took to the water early Sunday morning and put in an extremely vigorous schedule of work for the next five days, not just with two-a-day, but having three and sometimes four workouts (for some of the guys) a day. The host families included Chapter members, West Point Alumni, former naval officers, rowing enthusiasts, as well as other friends and neighbors accommodating some 53 Midshipmen and staff The Mids said thanks to their hosts and others in the Chapter with their traditional barbeque dinner on Wednesday evening. This year it was held in conjunction with the Second Annual Capt Jack's regatta, involving races between the Classes, and

CAPT Edward A. Lyons '69, USNR 2557 Park Creek Cove Germantown, TN 38139 h: 901-755-1286 Nashville Chapter CDR John F. Ohlinger '69, USN (Ret.) 880 Lakemont Drive Nashville, TN 37220-2124 h: 615-370-1441; w: 800-242-8613 e: johlinger@worldnet.att.net

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South Texas Chapter CAPT Michael Stoffel '54, USN (Ret.) 520 North River Seguin, TX 78155 h: 830-379-2373 e: mstoffel@worldnet.att.net

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Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Lynn A. Wegner '65 2202 Winrock Houston, TX 77057 h; 713-781-9932; w: 713-263-8001 ext. 265 e; lwegner@rectorseal.com

Lynn Wegner '65 and Commandant CAPT Locklear present "Alumni of the Year Award" to Peter Vanderhofski '68 2 June Alumni and Parents' Club Dinner Our annual June dinner for alumni, spouses, guests, and the local USNA Parents' Club members was held at Brennan's Restaurant. Lynn Wegner '65 opened the evening by welcoming over 130 attendees, and inttoducing our special guests, CAPT Samuel Locklear III '77, USN, the Academy's 78th Commandant of Midshipmen, and Neil Block '61, our Centtal Region Trastee. We then had a number of ceremonial toasts...to the Commander-in-Chief (given by Peter VanDerlofske '68), to tiie Navy (given by Neil Block '61), to the Marine Corps (given by Bart Jealous '65), to the Naval Academy (given by Tom Wojciechowski '69), to the spouses and dates (given by John Kendall '64), and to our special guests (given by Rich Bulger '69). The final toast was reserved for the submarine service, celebrating its 100th anniversary. Zeb Alford '48 shared some anecdotes with the audience and specifically honored the memory of the 52 submarines and their crews that never returned from pattol during WWII. We had a drawing for a King Hall (aka messhall) chair donated by Steve Daughety '76. The excited winner was Bill Molinar '59 who then sat on the '60s era chair throughout the dinner, albeit he did not remain braced up.

Our Chapter and its Board of Directors was honored to present Peter VanDerlofske '68 with our "Alumni of the Year" award. The framed Certificate of Commendation from the USNA Alumni Association recognized him for "over 15 years of service and devotion to our Alumni Association, both locally and nationally, having taken on the tasks and responsibilities of Chapter President, Chapter Director, National Trastee serving on both the Govemance Study and Finance Committees, Blue & Gold Officer for over ten years, and recently assuming the position of Blue & Gold Coordinator" The certificate was signed by Leighton W. Smith '62, Chairman of the Board, and George P. Watt Jr. '73, President and CEO. Our guest of honor and speaker, CAPT Samuel Locklear III '77, USN, the Academy's 78th Commandant of Midshipmen was introduced by one of his Classmates, Jim Rowan ' 7 7 . CAPT Locklear then spoke to us about the differences in today's youth and the many influences, which contribute to those differences. He stated that honor and commitment would still be necessary traits to Shipmate, July-August 2000

complete the four-year program at the Naval Academy. Leadership and management skills will be stressed since these qualities are usually lacking in the incoming Plebe classes. Cynicism will not be encouraged. However, Midshipmen must also be encouraged to find some enjoyment, have some fun. CAPT Locklear also spoke candidly about a few changes that he has instituted in the realm of tightening up current liberty policies. At the conclusion of his remarks, in a very lively question and answer session, CAPT Locklear answered questions on a host of current topics that directly effect today's Midshipmen.

As the evening ended, Lynn Wegner '65 presented Texas belt buckles to both CAPT Locklear and his wife, Pamela, as tokens of our appreciation for his initial visit to Houston. The evening was capped off with the singing of Navy Blue & Gold, led by the Commandant. It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening. Many felt that it was one of the best June dinners that we have had in a long time.

On Thursday evening, 1 June, CAPT Locklear spoke at a "Welcome Aboard" reception for the incoming Class of 2004 and 2005 NAPS and Foundation attendees held at the Second Baptist Church Fellowship Hall in Houston. Peter VanDerlofske '68, Blue & Gold Area Coordinator, reported that the event was attended by 300 people representing the 42 local area appointees to the Class of 2004, 11 appointees to the Naval Academy Prep School and three to the Foundation Program.

On Friday, 2 June, CAPT Locklear spoke to seven Houston area school district superintendents, including Dr Rod Paige, the superintendent of the Houston Independent School District (the nation's fifth largest) and a former Navy enlisted mtm, about the opportunities USNA and the Naval Service present to qualified students. The luncheon, combined with the recent visit by local area educators to USNA, will give our Gulf Coast Blue & Gold Program a great boost.

The "Welcome Aboard" reception and the Friday luncheon were the culmination of this year's effort by the 35 Blue & Gold Officers from the Houston area consisting of Alumni, parents of Alumni and Mids, and Naval Reserve Officers.

Susie Loustaunau attended the events, representing her husband, Jeff Loustaunau '71, as their last official act as outgoing Blue & Gold Area Coordinators. As tiie Blue & Gold Officer (BGO) Program continues, Peter VanDerlofske '68 intends to recrait additional BGOs so everyone's workload will be manageable. He specifically wants USNA grads to help out. Anyone who feels he or she wants to contribute their time to a worthwhile and satisfying endeavor please contact Peter at 713-690-9898, ext.

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May's luncheon meeting Todd Spencer, Assistant Navy Football Coach, spoke to us about last year's season ("so very close"), the outiook for the upcoming season, and the current recraiting efforts in Texas.

May luncheon attendees The following shipmates attended the 5 May meeting: Jack Keller '44, Zeb Alford '48, Bill Powers '51, Charlie Chavarria '56, Farrald Belote '59, Jim Cameron '60, Neil Block '61, Marty Green '63, Joe Ince '64, Bart Jealous '65, Fred Schlemmer '65, Paul Marshall '65, Lynn Wegner '65, Rob Brown '65, Peter VanDeriofske '68, Jim Babb '69, Bill Coxe '69, Rich Bulger '69, Tom Wojciechowski '69, Doug Bateman '70, Rich Pollack '70, Bill Donges '71, Ed Klein '72, Jim Rowan '77, and Angela Roth'83.

USNA Birthday Celebrationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;October 2000 We are making plans to celebrate the Academy's 155th birthday this coming October Our tentative plans include an evening event on 6 October, in lieu of our regular monthly luncheon. George Watt '73, President and CEO of the Alumni Association, has agreed to be our guest speaker at this event. We may be able to hold the celebration on TEXAS ( B B 35). Before becoming the official state ship, she served as a powerful battleship in both World Wars for the U.S. Navy (www.govemorstate.tx.us/texas/ legends_battleship.html). More information will be forthcoming. We anticipate a lot of excitement around this very unique event.

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). Our twice-monthly breakfast meetings are held at 7:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday and third Friday of every month at the Mettopolitan Racquet Club. Visitors are always welcome.

If you're interested, please call Bart Jealous '65 (281-362-8220), send me an email, or visit our Web site (newly renamed to http://www.e-academies. net). Visitors are always welcome.

Chapter Meetings Chapter meetings are usually held on the first Friday of every month (8 September, 3 November, 1 December, and 5 January) at Brennan's Restaurant (11:30 a.m. refreshments, and noon to 1 p.m. lunch). As in prior years, there will be no luncheon meetings in June, July, or August. Of course, "lost" Shipmates, spouses and friends of the Naval Academy are always welcome at our monthly luncheons.

Please join us! For any additional information on any item in this column, please call me at (713750-8868) or send an email to kleinl985@aol.com.

Ed Klein '72

U T A H / I D AHOaMaMMMMMi /MONTANA/WYOMING Intermountain NA Alumni Chapter J James R. Clark '66 '**' 5860 South Holladay Boulevard Salt Lake City, UT 84121-1512 h: 801-272-7183 e: clarkfam@gateway.net

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Central Virginia Chapter CAPT Anthony A. Hastoglis '55, USN (Ret.) 102 Shawnee Court Chariottesville, VA 22901-1034 h: 804-973-7846 e: Ahastoglis@compuserve.com

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Hampton Roads Chapter CAPT Peter K. Glasier '62, USN (Ret.) 1105 Glenside Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23464 h: 757-467-2064; w: 757-486-2410 e: pete62@erols.com Chapter Notes Per the most recent tabulation by the National Association, with 66 local Chapters reporting, the USNA AA has 10,293 dues-paying local Chapter members of which 8,699 are also current members of the National Association. The Hampton Roads Chapter ranks number three in size with 577 members who have dual membership. Only the Greater Washington, D.C, and San Diego Chapters are of larger size than our Chapter Occupying such a position gives our Chapter a seat on the National Board of Trustees. Dan Lear '68 is our new National Trastee.

The HRC elected its new slate of Officers and Directors April last at the annual Spring Fling Dinner Dance, held 14 April 2000 in Virginia Beach.

The new slate of Officers and Directors follows: President-Pete Glasier '62; First VP-Jack Kasiski '79; Second VP-Tom Paulk '80; Secretary-Bill Earl '51; Treasurer-Herb Crane '54; National Trastee-Dan Lear '68; DirectorsRay Barber '50; Ken Berger '73; Ron Bishop '65; Bob Byles '69; Jim Cannon '56; Jim DiNardo '50; Dan Dunaway '94; Mike Doyle '79; Linda Eriksen '84; Ted Holt '48; Jim McGinn '57; Jerry Rudd '74 These folks are your points-of-contact for obtaining information about the Chapter's activities and business. As well, contact any of us for information about becoming a member of the Hampton Roads Chapter Chapter Social Events The annual Spring Fling Dinner Dance was held on 14 April 2000 at the Ramada Inn 57th Street in Virginia Beach. This annual black-tie affair enjoyed a robust turnout of members and guests. The evening's festivities included the ever-popular fashion show, in which Chapter members or their spouses served as models. The evening saw 93 Chapter members, Grads and their guests enjoy a splendid evening of conversation, dinner and dancing.

Chapter Members, grads and spouses included: Greta and Jack Conger '41; Helen and Burns Spore '41; Lois and Lorin Hay '44; Harry Synder '44; Joyce and Wick Harlan '46; Patty and Jack Roulstone '46; Frances and Jim Weirich '46; Marie and Bill Chipman '48; Eriine and Ted Hoi '48; Marilyn Nicholson (R.E. Nicholson '48); Audrey Kuffel and Kari Thiele '48; Wanda and Monk Frazee '49; Alyce and Tom Parsons '49; Boo and Male Thiele '49; Cecile and Don Traeblood 49; Jeanne and Ray Barber '50; Elaine and Jim DiNardo '50; Alice and Fred Edwards '50; Sye and Bill Grigg '50; George Jessen '50; Peggy and Ron Kelly '50; Bill Eari '51; Marge and Lee Mitchell '52; Alice and Jim Cannon '56; Vivian and Ken Costilow '56; Rosemary and Ed Covey '56; Laura and Hoot Foote '56; Janet and Pete Glasier '62; Anne and John Maheu '62; Dee and Merrill Doorman '63; Glenda and Ed Futch '66; Becky and Dan Lear '68; Barbara and Fred Muniz '68; Bob Munsey '68; Sue and Bob Byles '69; Carol and Steve Butkus '71; Lisa and Ken Berger '73; Debbie and Blaine Pearsall '76; Kathleen and Mark Rupprecht '76; Gary Yagiello '76; Sue and Dave Paddock '77; Mary Ellenn and Mike Doyle '79; Jack Kasiski '79; Kerry and Mike Sottung '79; and Linda Eriksen '84. Chapter

guests included; Jennifer Burris; Betty Edwards; Tracy and Pam Haglin; Carol and Bruce Homer; Isabelle Kurtzinger; Patsy Lizette; Lauren Munsey; Frieda and Kenneth Rapp.

The senior Grads present were Jack Conger '41 and Bums Spore '41. Linda Eriksen '84, was the junior Grad at this event. The Class of 1950 took the honor of having the greatest number of Classmates to tum out for this outing, six. Ray Barber '50 and Jim DiNardo '50 organized this event, as they did so last year BZ for organizing another grand affair The Chapter held its annual Plebe Recognition Dinner on Thursday, 25 May 2000, at the NAS Oceana O' Club. The Chapter plays host to the incoming Plebes, and their parents, for an evening of dinner, remarks from a guest speaker and then a Q&A session with Mids and freshly minted Ensigns.

Complete news of this event will be in the next newsletter Chapter SOE 15 SEP '00,Blue Angels Air Show,NAS OCEANA 20 SEP '00, Business Breakfast, Holiday Inn Executive Center, Virginia Beach DTBD, Fall Golf Outing DTBD, Chili Cook-Off 18 OCT '00, Business Breakfast.Holiday Inn Executive Center, Virginia Beach 15 NOV '00, Business Breakfast, Holiday Inn Executive Center, Virginia Beach 02 DEC '00, Army-Navy Game Party, Breezy Point O' Club 09 DEC '00, Business Breakfast, Holiday Executive Center, Virginia Beach Chapter Log Betty and Beetle Forbes '45, recently returned from a cruise, which included a transit of the Panama Canal, with their daughter. Sue, and grandchildren. Bo (13) and Kelley (17). Their son-in-law is Jim Snead '73. Beetle's first transit of the Canal was in 1938, when he was a Seaman 2/C aboard YORKTOWN (CV-6). Then he was a mess cook and a compartment cleaner His duties during his latest transit were as Forward Lookout. Humble duty, but at least he found himself topside.

Kill Devil Hills. Four "red and rested" couples recently retumed from their annual ttek to the Outer Banks. Mary Lee and Dick Rowe '42, Dee and Harry Clark '43, Fran and Frank Rawlings '45 and Doris and Carlos McCullough '49 all enjoyed a most delightful time.

My thanks to Pat Grille for these log entries.

Chapter Information Complete information about Chapter events, as well as other gouge about the HRC, will be in The Main Mast, the HRC newsletter Also, look for the gouge on the HRC Web site, www.usnaaahrc.org.

Membership in the HRC is $15 per annum or $40 for a three-year term. Sign on with us. Also, check your personal calendars and schedule some time to join us.

Scribe's Notes After a lengthy hiatus from writing this Chapter Newsletter (No Excuse, Sir!), I am back in battery.

Besides the news of Chapter happenings and the announcements of Chapter events, this newsletter is a venue for all of us to share the social aspects of our lives with our fellow grads. Bragging rights about offspring and grandchildren are most particularly entertained. As well, a good sea story will be most well received. So, take pen to paper, or, for you computer savvy folks, finger to keyboard, and send me the gouge. My email address is listed below. Letters should be posted to our Chapter post box listed in the column header Jerry A. Rudd '74, blackshoe@erols.com

Richmond Chapter CDR William L. Ruch III '68, USN (Ret.) 5707 Maple Brook Drive Midlothian, VA 23112-6320 h: 804-739-3664 e: wlr68@sprintmail.com Nita and Jack Parry '67 recently hosted the annual Richmond Chapter party at their restored Richmond landmark homeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Maury Place. Pictured are Bill Carmichael '63, Bill Ranch '68 (President of the Chapter), and his wife, Kimberly. A grand time was had as the members joined for an evening of camaraderie. Also pictured are Frank Rennie '76, Mark James '78, Sue and Tom Drumm '57 and Greg Nivala '80.

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Shenandoah Valley Chapter David V. Langfitt '74 125 Henrico Road Front Royal, VA 22630 w: 540-636-2138 e: davidlangfitt@netscape.net

formation for our monthly Chapter newsletter or a suggestion for an event, we can be reached at egschwier@aol.com or schwierjf@aol.com. We are also on the Hanford site system. To join our Chapter, contact Ed for an application form. Cost is just $ 10 a year.

Edward Schwier '69

Williamsburg Chapter Mr. Allen P. Whitaker '60 2304 West Island Road Williamsburg, VA 23185 h: 757-258-4628 e: apwhitaker@widomakercom

W^ASHINGTON^ Hanford/rri-Cities Chapter CAPT Edward G. Schwier '69, USN (Ret.) 1196 Brentwood Richland, WA 99352-9448 h: 509-627-7288; w: 509-372-0176 e: egschwier@aol.com The Tri-Cities Chapter normally meets on the third Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m., however, we varied that a littie in April and May because of schedule conflicts. Robin Bushore '70, Andy Hesser '62, Henry Richardson '44, Terry Terass, and Jeanie and Ed Schwier '69 gathered for good food and conversation at the TS Cattle company in Kennewick in April. In an effort to share opportunities with other professional organizations to which Jeanie and I belong, we hosted the May gathering at our home. We also hosted the monthly meeting of the Mid-Columbia Zymurgy Association that same eveiung.

The MCZA is a society dedicated to the home brewing of beer and the responsible consumption thereof. There was also soda and wine available for those who aren't interested in sampling some of the finest homebrew (and microbrewery products in the Columbia Basin). This was a rather informal, indoor-outdoor function featuring snacks, hors d'oeuvres, and a professional segment. Dr Kyle Roberson, Ph.D., owner and brew master of Cirque Brewery of Prosser, WA, presented and discussed various aspects of Porter and we sampled several samples that illusttated the characteristics that Kyle focused on. You could see that Ray Jones '60 and Bill Meader '79, as well as myself, had not lost their thirst for knowledge that had been fmely honed in our four years at Annapolis. We also sampled several of my own home brewers, including my "Holiday Ale" that I have kegged and chilled. The brew is a spiced Scotch Ale (a "wee heavy") that I plan to serve at our next Army-Navy game party. Of course, there are plenty of holidays between now and then, and those who tasted, pronounced it eminentiy drinkable (high praise indeed) so it may not survive until December Our June meeting will be on the 16th and we will be hosting the area Class of 2004 nominees before their departure for Plebe Summer News of that meeting in my next column. If you are just visiting, passing through the area, recently settled here, or a long time desert resident, we invite you to join us. No charge, of course, to participate in any individual function but we do ask that you join the local Chapter if you attend regularly. You are always welcome to bring guests, particular Alumni of other service academies, to any of our functions. If you want to contact either Jeanie or I by email with inShipmate, July-August 2000

Puget Sound Chapter CAPT Colin H. Saari '60, USN (Ret.) 12503 Ninth Avenue NW Seattle, WA 98177 h: 206-361-1192; w; 206-543-1363 e: saari@apl.washington.edu Web site: www.usnaaa-psc.org

old, and another was three years old. And Joe is in great health!

Mike Ferrell discussed the concrete and strip mining business in the southem part of the state.

He also mentioned that he hopes to attend the ArmyNavy game in Baltimore this year, but ticket sales to Alumni are limited to two tickets per Alumni.

Steve Shumlas has tentatively agreed to hold an Army-Navy game party at his home this year, with everyone bringing snack foods and liters of pop.

Be sure to attend our November luncheon for details to his home.

Dan McCague (DanMcCague@aol.com) will be sending in Chapter articles via email from now on, and will send a copy to Chapter members who provide him with their email addresses.

Our next Chapter meeting is a luncheon at Cagney's in Charleston on the first Friday in November, which is 3 November 2000. See you there!

Dan McCague '66

WASHINGTON, DC AREA Greater Washington Chapter RADM Pierce J. Johnson, USNRR '66 13720 Greenbriar Drive Woodbridge, VA 22193-2516 h: 703-670-6355 e: johnsonp@cnrf.nola.navy.nul The Greater Washington Chapter held its final meeting of its "year" on 17 May, with ADM Pete Nanos, commander, Naval Sea Systems Command as the guest speaker Not only did he regale us with stories of his jogging ability and wins over Army, but shared with us the vision of NavSea becoming an electron organization, accessible immediately to anyone needing its customer assistance. We kickoff next year's activities with our first monthly (third Wednesday of every month) luncheon on 20 September feamring George Watt '73, our new USNA Alumni Association President, as the guest speaiker See you there.

WEST VIRGINIA West Virginia Chapter Joe Dailey '51 1226 Mount Vernon Road Charleston, WV 25314-25: h: 304-346-6193 e: Jdailey@newwave.net The West Virginia Chapter held a luncheon meeting at Cagney's Restaurant in Charleston on Friday, 5 May 2000. Attending were Joe Dailey '51, Chapter President, Dan McCague '66, Mike Ferrell '68, and Steve Shumlas '69.

The really important news is that Joe Dailey has agreed to serve as the West Virginia Chapter President for an indefinite term! Joe is interested in lining up a luncheon speaker or two.

Steve Shumlas is now working at Marshall University Graduate College as an academic advisor of the Graduate School of Management. Steve has an interesting background with experience in the academic field and also as a stockbroker A question was asked, how do you make money in stocks today...and Steve replied, "Buy a stock at about $18 and sell it at $40."

The conversation got around to Academy Classes, and three of us realized that when our Chapter President, Joe Dailey, graduated from Annapolis in 1951, one of us was in fifth grade, another was four years

WISCONSIN Wisconsin Chapter Winston C. Williams '46 13350 West Bluemound Road Elm Grove, Wl 53122-2538 h: 414-782-6645; w: 414-782-94 e: winwill@execpc.com e: cook.phillip@milwaukee.va.gov The elegant Wisconsin Club in downtown Milwaukee was the setting on 22 March of the Chapter's initial activity for 2000. After a gala dinner, the guest speaker was Peter Huchtausen '62, author of the enlightening book he researched, titled Hostile Waters, which was dramatized in an original movie produced on HBO. Employing visual clips from the movie, he vividly described how a crippled Soviet submarine, coming within minutes of a meltdown, was saved by her crew despite daunting odds. Risking fire, smoke, poison gas and intense radioactivity, the sailors prevented a nuclear catasttophy on our Nation's coast. Alurrmi attending, and a number with guests, were: Win Williams '46, President; Marck Camp '46; Ray White '46; John Illingsworth '47; Jim Hoch '58; Gil Brickler '68; Dan McEhoy '72; Chris Adams '75; Bill Dixon '75; Phil Cook '76; Mark Johnson '82; and Jason Davis '91. The Chapter had last gathered for the Army-Navy game at a local hotel.

UNITED KINGDOM Great Britain Chapter Susanne Saalau-Bethall '85 50 Aubreys Letchworth-Herts SG6 3TU England w: 0-1438-76-3419 e: ssb25l33@GlaxoWellcom1 rbethell@netcomuk.co.uk

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Last Call Requiescat in Pace 'They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them."

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Adler, Ronald Edward '53 CDR, USN (Ret.) 6 June 2000 Agonis, Edward Anthony '40 27 December 1999 Atkinson, Bert Milton Jr. '46 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 29 May 2000 Baker, Thomas Wood '84 Capt., USMC 14 June 2000 Bard, Rudolph Treat Jr. '46 5 January 2000 Bast William Victor '68 LCDR, USN 10 June 2000 Bergstrom, David Erick '92 1 LTJG, USN 18 June 2000 Burdick, Robert Stewart '35 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 30 April 2000 Chambers, Lloyd Stuart Jr. '46 1- CDR, USN (Ret.) 16 June 2000 " Chelgren, John Lynn '48 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 1 June 2000 Cook, Paul Chronical '34 29 May 2000 Corle, Frederic William '39 RADM SC, USN (Ret.) 28 May 2000 Cronin, Timothy Joseph Jr. '56 LtCol, USMC (Ret.) 16 May 2000 Darnell, William Irvin '29 i CDR, USN (Ret.) 7 May 2000 De Venter, WiUard WendeO '41 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 25 May 2000 Dey, William Joseph '92 LTJG, USN 18 June 2000 Donovan, James Anthony '49 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 20 May 2000 Edwards, John Ellis '30 RADM, USN (Ret.) 27 May 2000 Elliott, John Earle '56 Col, USAF 14 April 2000

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ALBERT DAVID KAPLAN '32 Captain Albert D. Kaplan, USN (Ret.), died on Monday, 13 March 2000, at a Ventura, CA, hospital after a lengthy illness. He was 89 years old.

Captain Kaplan was born 4 June 1910, in Independence, IA. He was a 35-year county resident, coming from Wilmette, IL, in 1965. Captain Kaplan graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and was a 32-year Navy veteran, serving during World War II in the North Atiantic, Italy and Africa. During the war, Albert was a commander of a group of four destroyers. He was a past-president of the Military Order of World Wars and a member of The Retired Officers Association. During his career, he received several medals for his achievements. Captain Kaplan was a member of Temple Beth Torah.

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He will be greatiy missed by his family and friends, including his wife of 67 years, Lillian Kaplan of Ventura, C A; daughter, Judy, and her husband, William L. Schreiber of Huntington Beach, CA; sons, David (and Dorothy) Kaplan of Alexandria, VA; and Jonathan (and Kathy) Kaplan of Reston, VA; five grandchildren; his brother. Dr. Ervin (and Lucille) Kaplan of Wilmette, IL; and sister, Jeannie (and Bernard) Lovitt of Oceanside, C A. Services were held on 20 March 2000 at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park in Ventura, CA.

THOMAS EDWARD NUGENT '33 Thomas Edward Nugent of Tampa, FL, died on Saturday, 13 May 2000, at John Knox Village Medical Center He was born in Brooklyn, NY, and moved to Tampa, FL, in 1996 from Northport, NY. He was a buyer for Caltex Oil Co. He belonged to St. Philip Neri Roman Catholic Church and was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

Survivors include his wife, Helen; sons, John, Brandon, and Thomas, of Oakland, CA; daughter, Judy Rice, of Valrico, CA; six grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.

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Last Call JOHN JOSEPH BARANOWSKI '35 Captain John Joseph "Baron" Baranowski, USN (Ret.), died on 18 November 1999, at his home in Santa Barbara, CA, from a slow deterioration in his health following a heart valve replacement in 1995. Funeral services were held at the St. Louis De Monfort Catholic Church in Santa Maria, CA. His body was cremated and was buried in the Santa Maria Cemetery.

John was bom and grew up in Oshkosh, WI, entering the Naval Academy in the summer of 1931, with the Class of 1935. Upon graduation, he served in the carrier SARATOGA for two years, followed by three years in the desttoyer SCHENK. He then reported to NAS Lakehurst, NJ, for lighter-than-air training. He married Felicia Kronz, from Milwaukee, WI, in April 1940, and received his wings in 1941. Then followed courses at the Naval Postgraduate School in Annapolis, MD, and at MIT, where he qualified as an aeronautical engineering duty officer and received a master's degree in aeronautical engineering. His knowledge of jet propulsion came to good use in the Bureau of Aeronautics and again in the Office of Naval Research. In 1948, he became the staff engineer to the Commander, Fleet Logistics Support Wing and helped maintain the airplanes of the Berlin Airlift.

John was ordered to the Naval Air Experiment Station, Philadelphia, in 1951 and in 1954 joined the staff of Commander Fleet Air, Japan and Westem Pacific.

In 1956, John became Commanding Officer, Naval Air Rocket Test Station, in Lake Denmark, NJ, an assignment that lasted four years. He was then assigned to the Inspector General's Office until he retired on 30 June 1961.

After retirement, John joined TRW as a member of the techiucal staff and as associate manager for the Minuteman Missile Program at Vandenberg Air Force Base. In 1966, he was ttansferred to the technical staff. Space Park, Redondo Beach, CA, remaining in that capacity until he re-retired in 1969.

In 1970, the Baranowskis settled in Santa Maria, CA, in the home where they remained until their deaths. They were members of the Santa Maria Country Club, where golf was their primary enjoyment, preferring the pleasures of their community to ttavel and never leaving the state in their last years. In March 1999, Felicia died peacefully at home in her sleep.

John is survived by his sister, Eleanor Eons; daughter, Patty Carr and her husband, Mark E. Carr; daughter, Felicia Brown; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

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HARRY BOGER STARK '36 Captain Harry Roger Stark, USN (Ret.), passed away at the San Diego Hospice on 15 July 1999, after an extended illness. He was a Pearl Harbor survivor on W E S T VIRGINIA and

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He was born in 1914 in Boston, MA, the son of Colonel and Mrs. Harry W. Stark, USA. Harry decided to forego the Army life, and after a year at William and Mary College, he entered the Naval Academy, graduating with the Class of 1936. Upon graduation, he immediately commenced his naval career at sea.

His sea assignments were in destroyers, amphibious ships and battleships. His duties included ship command, a desttoyer squadron command and staff assignments on two major fleet commands.

Captain Stark's shore duty was spent primarily in Washington, D . C , in the Bureau of Naval Personnel and on the staff of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He retired from the Navy as the commanding officer of Naval Station, Pearl Harbor For his wartime service, he was awarded two Bronze Stars and a Navy unit commendation, in addition to area awards.

After he retired, Captain and Mrs. Stark resided in Coronado, CA, where he attended San Diego State University to obtain his master's degree in education. He taught in the San Diego City School District until his second retirement in 1976.

Captain Stark was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia, in 1993. He is survived by his daughter, Kathleen, who resides in Coronado, CA; sisters, Jane Perley of Riverside, CA; and Cynthia Mills of Hemet, CA; four nieces and one nephew.

Memorial services were held on 12 August 1999 at the Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church in Coronado, CA, followed by inurnment in the Naval Academy Columbarium in Annapolis, MD. For those so inclined, the family suggests donations to the San Diego Hospice.

PAUL ROBERT TYLER '36 Major General Paul Robert Tyler, USMC (Ret.), died on 6 March 2000, in Easton, MD. He had lived in Alexandria, VA. On 27 March, he was buried at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors, in accordance with his wishes.

Paul was bom on 13 August 1913, in Rochester, NY. His parents, Van Elroy Tyler and Ida Marie Smith Tyler, also raised another soldier, Paul's brother. Colonel James E. Tyler, USA, (USMA '40). Paul entered the Naval Academy in 1932 following three semesters at Canisius College. He was always proud to be a member of the Naval Academy Class of 1936 and graduated 20th in a Class of 264.

Upon graduation, Paul was commissioned in the Marine Corps and went to Parris Island, SC, awaiting assignment to the Basic School in Philadelphia, PA. While at Quantico, he met and married the daughter of a Navy dentist, Ray Rita Carroll, in July 1939. He was ordered to the Army Signal School at Fort Monmouth, NJ, after which he had a series of communications duties at regimental level: Division Signal Company; assistant communications officer, 1st Marine Division; and communications officer 3rd Brigade in British Samoa in 1942. Then followed a series of signal supply duties: at Pearl Harbor; Headquarters Marine Corps; Depot of Supplies, San Francisco; Fleet Marine Force Service Command at Pearl Harbor; and liaison duty with the U.S. 8th Army at Manila in logistic support of the Marine Units assigned to the invasion of Japan.

After VJ Day, he was assigned to the 7th Service Regiment in support of the Marine Units in Peiping and Tiensin, North China, for eighteen months.

In May 1948, Paul was ordered to a communication Haison billet in OpNav. Since his last assignment in amphibious communications was in 1942, and with now obsolete equipment, he elected to apply for assignment as a Supply Duty Officer (SDO) for which he felt he was qualified. As an SDO, he had a series of supply assignments at Camp Lejeune; the Office of Naval Material; the Industrial College; the First Marine Division in Korea; the Supply Center, Barstow, CA; the Supply Forwarding Annex, San Francisco, CA; and the office of the Quartermaster General at Marine Headquarters. In 1957, he was selected for brigadier general.

He was promoted to major general in 1963. He commanded the Supply Activity, Philadelphia; was assigned to the Defense Supply Agency; and commanded the Supply Center in Albany, GA. His last assignment was as the Quartermaster General, U.S. Marine Corps, from March 1965, until his retirement on 31 March 1969.

After retiring, he was a consultant to Iran with Computer Sciences Corporation, where he helped the Iranian military computerize its supply system.

He was in Iran from September 1973 until May 1976. In 1982, he assisted his daughter, Marie, with the opening of her ttavel agency in Woodside, CA. He designed for the agency a group travel tour to Dubrovnik, in the former Yugoslavia, which became very popular He remarkably remembered with vivid detail many of the places where he had been on his Midshipmen craises. He had kept a scrapbook/photo 195

Last Call album which chronicled, in great detail, his USNA experiences. Additionally, he methodically chronicled his military career with files of paperwork including orders, expense accounts, and correspondence.

His honors included the Distinguished Service, Joint Service, and Navy Commendation Medals. He was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church in Alexandria, The Retired Officers Association, the U.S. Naval Institute, and the Marine Corps Historical Association.

In his retirement years, he reconnected with his family, which was far flung owing to military service. His oldest daughter, Marie, married a Marine officer. Bill U'Ren. Daughter, Paula, a retired Navy commander, resides now in Florida.

Survivors include his wife, R. Rita Tyler of Alexandria, VA; four children, Marie U'Ren of Easton, MD; Commander Paula J. Tyler, USN (Ret.), of DeLand, FL; Carol Day of Potomac, MD; and Paul R. Tyler Jr. of Richmond, VA; four grandchildren; and his brother. Colonel James E. Tyler, USA (Ret.), of Sarasota, FL.

EDWARD KELLOGG SCOFIELD '37 Captain Edward K. Scofield, USN (Ret.), died on 11 March 2000.

Ed was bom in 1915, in Pittsburgh, PA. The family lived in New York and Permsylvania, where his father became well known as an engineer in the electrical power industry. As Ed grew, so did his involvement in community work as a Boy Scout, Eagle Scout and Sea Scout. This involvement in the community and his sttong Methodist upbringing helped him weather the first storm of his life when his father died in 1929. The family moved to Potsdam, PA, now depending on his mother for financial support. There, his mother was a teacher and music instractor In 1933, he graduated as valedictorian of his high school class and was awarded an appointment from the State of New York to the U.S. Naval Academy.

While at Annapolis, he lettered in track and attained Olympic-level times in the 440-yard and 880-yard races. However, World War II and service commitments intervened. He was commissioned as an ensign in 1937, and was assigned to BROOKLYN. While on BROOKLYN, he and his Class-

mate, Frank Smart, became famous for marathon cribbage games.

He married Jeanne D. Zimmerman in 1942. During this time, he transferred to the Supply Corps.

During the war, his son Dillon was born. After the war, his daughter Suzanne was bom; his son Ed Jr was bom in 1954.

His next assignment was to SAVANNAH. There, he literally came within a breath of death when the ship became the first guided missile casualty in naval history. More than 200 of his shipmates were lost. The valiant effort of the remaining crew saved the ship. This experience focused his professional career toward command, control and logistic systems supporting cost-effective readiness.

With the Allied victory and the end of Worid War II, he entered and graduated from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces in 1947 and the Naval War College in 1950. He then developed and 196

implemented logistic readiness concepts and computerized systems for the Supply Corps. He was a research director in the Naval Bureau of Ships and Docks. He retired in 1967 from his last assignment as the commanding officer of the Naval Supply Depot in Mechanicsburg, PA, with the rank of captain.

After his retirement, he worked at Stanford Research Institute, then returned to Pennsylvania in 1968 to marry Marielle Hobart, fondly known as "Mal" or "Auntie Mal". He continued his community involvement by working for the state in disaster planning. He was active as a director of the Harrisburg United Fund and the Red Cross. Throughout his life, he provided many memories for his friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Marielle; his three children; and three grandchildren, Nichole and Jonathan Scofield, and Janet Stephens. With his marriage to Marielle, he became "Uncle Ed" to many wonderful nieces and nephews.

In the closing of this chapter of his life, we think that he would have us rededicate our time and talents to the service of others. May this wish ring through his life into ours and through us to our families, friends and commuiuties.

which he was still active until the time of his death.

He is survived by his widow, Betty Jane Stewart Hughes of 1449 Miravalle Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94022; two daughters, Barbara Cody Blantz and Sally Elizabeth Fountain; and five grandchildren.

W.J. Ruhe '39

STEPHEN LOBDELL JOHNSON ' 3 9 Captain Stephen L. "Slick" Johnson, USN (Ret.), died on 25 April 2000. His ashes were spread at sea on 27 April.

Born on 10 August 1915 in Illinois, he was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy from the state of Indiana and graduated with the Class of 1939.

Upon graduation, he reported to the battleship OKLAHOMA and served a year in her In early 1940, he reported to the destroyer ANDERSON (DD-411) and later in 1940, he went to Sub School in New London, CT. He had duty consecutively in the S-27, SHAD, GROUPER,

JOSEPH WOODROW HUGHES '39 Commander Joseph W. Hughes, USN (Ret.), died on 23 April 2000, at his home in Los Altos, CA, of lung cancer.

Memorial services were held on 25 April at Immanuel Baptist Church.

Born on 24 April 1917, in Oklahoma, he was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy from the state of Oregon and entered the Academy with the Class of 1939.

Upon graduation in June 1939, he was assigned to the battleship NEW MEXICO and served aboard her until September 1941. At this time, he took flight training at Pensacola, FL, and in May 1942, he received his wings. From May 1942 until December 1943, he served in PBM-3s, Martin Mariners. He was attached to VP-201 during this period and operated out of Norfolk, Bermuda, and Guantanamo Bay. In January 1944, he became the flight officer, OTU, Banana River From March to October 1945 he went to the Naval Postgraduate School in Annapolis, and then in June 1946, earned a PG degree at M.I.T. From July 1946 to May 1947, he spent a year with a patrol plane squadron, then went to the staff of CoinFltAirWings, Pacific. After this duty, he was ordered, in November 1950, to the Naval Air Missile Test Center, Point Mugu. In November 1952, he became the operations officer on the carrier YORKTOWN. In 1954, he went to BuAer in the Plans and Programs Division. In 1958, he became the Air AS W Officer on the staff of ComOpTevFor, in Norfolk, VA. He retired on 31 December 1959, and joined Valmo Victor Co. in Belmont, CA. In early 1961, he became the VP of sales for Air Logistics Corp. in Pasadena, CA. In late 1961, he joined the Lockheed Missile and Space Co. as head of the New Business Proposal Organization. In 1972, he retired from Lockheed and went into real estate sales, in

TUNNY and SEGUNDO until Febraary 1946, at which time he became the aide to Com 11 for a year, then aide to Commander Western Sea Frontier In March 1948, he took command of the submarine BERGALL. In January 1950, he became the aide to Vice Admiral F.S. Low, DCNO (Logistics) in OpNav, and was secretary on a board studying undersea warfare. In January 1952, he took command of the desttoyer STORMES (DD-780). Detached from STORMES in July 1953, he took a course at the Armed Forces Staff College and on its completion in Febraary 1954 joined the staff of SacLant, spending four years in NATO, two of which were in Paris. He then became the commander of a desttoyer division and from that command, went to BuPers as director of Promotions and Retirements Division until 1961.

At that time, he took command of the oiler TRUCKEE (AO-147) for a year. Following this assignment, he eamed a master's degree from American University in intemational relations. In 1964, he became ComDesRon 20. From 1965-1967, he was die Naval Attache in Paris. From Febraary 1969 until his retirement, he was ComNavPhibBase, Little Creek, VA. For his wartime actions, he was awarded the Silver Star and Legion of Merit medals.

On retirement, he worked in New York for a year and then worked at Virginia Beach in various manpower activities until his death.

He is survived by his widow, Beth Thurston Johnson of 106 Bay Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451; daughter, Susan F. Comerford; son, Stephen L. Johnson Jr; and three grandchildren.

W.J. Ruhe '39

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Last Call DOUGLAS NEIL SYVERSON '39 Captain D.N. "Doug" Syverson, USN (Ret.), died in his home on 12 April 2000, of unknown causes. A memorial service was held in the Fort Myer Chapel on 3 May, followed by burial in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D . C , with full military honors.

Bom on 2 April 1916, in Ohio, he was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy from Mississippi and graduated with the Class of 1939.

Upon graduation, he was assigned to the battieship PENNSYLVANIA. In 1940 he reported to the desttoyer KENNISTON and in 1941 he was ttansferred to the staff of Adnural Ernest King on AUGUSTA. In late 1941, after schooling at the Submarine School in New London, CT, he reported to the submarine SEAWOLF and served aboard her through most of World War 11. He was awarded two Silver Stars and the Navy-Marine Corps Medal for his actions during the war. In 1945, he became CO of the submarine THRESHER and in 1949, he had command of the submarine SEA ROBIN in Panama. After the war, he had a year at the Armed Forces Staff College. Following this schooling, he was on the staff of ComSubLant as chief of staff; was a special assistant to the CNO, Arleigh Burke; commissioned the submarine tender HUNLEY as her CO; had a BuPers assignment; and finally progressed to becoming the squadron commander of a submarine Polaris group in Rota, Spain.

In 1967, he retired from the Navy and joined Conttol Data Corporation in Washington, D.C. In 1968, he retumed to the Navy as head of the Planning and Prograrruning Section of the Nuclear Aircraft Carrier Special Project. Following this, he worked for the Department of Transportation in Highway Safety. During this period, he bought some land at Sotogrande in northem Spain, close to Gibraltar, and commenced developing the land by building a home to act as a second domicile in the winter months. In the past ten years, he had been a five times a week golfer Captain Syverson is survived by his widow, Hope Foss Furlong Syverson of 1511 Hampton Hull Circle, McLean, VA 22101; daughter, Candace Hope Cummings; and son, Peter D. Syverson.

W.J. Ruhe '39

THEODORE MONTANYE USTICK '39 Captain Theodore M. Ustick, USN (Ret.), died on 10 May 2000, at his home in Aubum, CA. A memorial service was held on 16 May 2000, after which his ashes were spread at sea.

He was born on 16 July 1915 in Montana, and was appointed to the Naval Academy from the state of Califomia. He graduated witii the Class of 1939.

Upon graduation, he was assigned to the battleship ARIZONA. In 1940, he was transferred to the

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destroyer AYLWIN, and then in 1941, he went to Sub School in New London, CT. Upon graduation, he went to the submarine TARPON and made nine war pattols aboard hen In 1943, he commissioned SPADEFisH and made three more war patrols on her as her executive officer He then took command of ROCK and had a final war patrol before war's end in 1945. In early 1946, he went to the department of marine engineering at the Naval Academy as a "steam" prof In 1948, he took command of SEA POACHER. In 1950, he reported to COMSTS for a three-year tour In 1953, he was the operations officer on the battieship IOWA. In 1954, he took command of the AF-54, PICTOR. In 1955, he had a threeyear tour as chief of staff for ComNavBase, Mare Island. Then, in 1959, he was the executive officer of the Naval Station at Subic.

He retired from the Navy on 1 November 1959.

For his wartime actions, he was awarded two Silver Stars, a Presidential Unit Citation and a Naval Unit Commendation Medal.

His first wife, Clara Parsons Ustick, died on 23 October 1986, and in 1987, he married Ursula Brandenburg. In 1994, he married Peggy Shirley.

Following his retirement in 1959, he settled on a ranch in Lake County, CA, but also took up teaching math in a local school.

In 1977, he retired for a second time and began devoting his time to golf, fishing and hunting.

He is survived by his widow, Peggy Shirley Ustick, of 868 Mikkelson Drive, Aubum, CA 95603; two sons, Theodore M. Ustick III, and Thomas P. Ustick; and a daughter, Claire Marie Bagley.

W.J. Ruhe '39

ABRAHAM CALLEJO CAMPO '40 Captain Abraham "Abe" C Campo Sr, PN (Ret.), died on 4 May 2000, in Quezon City, Philippines, at the age of 83. Burial was in the Cemetery of Heroes in Fort Bonifacio, Makati City, Philippines, on 9 May, with ftill military honors.

Abe entered the Naval Academy in 1936 and graduated with the Class of 1940. While a Midshipman, Abe was a varsity fencer, and was a member of the USNA Hall of Fame as an All-American.

Abe's first duty on his retum to the Philippines, was in the Offshore Pattol, the seagoing branch of the Philippine Army. He taught seamanship and navigation to the Philippine officers, and during the Bataan Campaign, he commanded the torpedo boat Q-113, that helped deter Itmdings on the east coast of Bataan. He participated in the reorganization and ttaining of the OSP and he then took ASW ttaining, attended the Instmctors School, and observed supply operations at the Naval Supply Depot in San Diego, CA. He also attended the Supply Management Course for senior officers at BUSANDA in Washington, the Joint and Combined Planning Course of the U.S. Forces in Okinawa, a Supervisory Course of the Navy in Manila, the Naval Command Course at the Naval War College, and the Ninth Managers Course of the University of the Philippines for small scale industries.

Abe had the following key positions: CO of PC1122; CO of PC-1564; CO of PCE-884; CO of the

Philippine Naval Supply Center at Cavite; assistant chief of staff for logistics, then operations; chief of Naval Staff; CO of Navy Task Force 13 in Southern Philippines; CO of PN Patrol Force; again chief of Naval Operations; general manager of the Customs Arrastre Service; superintendent of the Philippine Maritime Institute; presidential assistant on welfare and rehabilitation; consultant on Maritime Affairs with the Department of Trade and with the Presidential Economic Staff; deputy administrator of the Maritime Industry Authority; head of the Marine Transportation of TEATI University (private). He was a faculty member of the Phitippine Military Academy, and stfter retirement, he founded the Maritime Industry Authority, the agency charged with regulating the maritime industry.

In his career, Abe patrolled the coast to protect the national integrity, enforced maritime and fishery laws, modernized the Navy Supply System, restored industrial peace at the waterfront by settling the crippling strikes at the piers and assisted in the relief and rehabilitation of flood victims and homeless people. He was active until his death.

He is survived by his wife, Linda; four sons; four daughters; and several grandchildren.

ORVAL CRAWFORD DICKES '40 Captain Orval "Dick" Dickes, USN (Ret.), died in Scottsdale, AZ, on 28 April 2000.

Dick was born on 7 June 1917, in Findlay, OH, and attended high ^ school there. He entered ^ v V ^ ^ ( ^ v ^ ^ ^ " ^ the Academy in 1936, and he graduated with the Class of 1940.

His first tour of duty was in NASHVILLE as assistant navigator During a brief leave from their tour in the South Atiantic, Dick married Betty Rowe, his high school sweetheart. Subsequent tours were in RENO and HELENA. After a brief stint as officer-in-charge at the Gunnery Officer's Ordnance School, Dick went to postgraduate school at Stanford University, studying personnel administration.

His next tour was as personnel officer on the staff of ComCraDesPac, just as the commitment to Korea escalated. During this period, the command doubled to approximately 50,000 personnel. In 1952, Dick took command of B AUSELL in JapaneseKorean waters. From there, he became lieutenant commander assignment officer in BuPers.

In June 1957, Dick graduated from the naval warfare course at the Naval War College. This led to the dream assignmentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Paris. As war plans officer, USEuCom, Dick's primary responsibility was coordinating for the possible use of EuCom forces in the Middle East. During this assignment, Dick and Betty seized every opportunity to travel throughout Europe and the Middle East. In 1960, Dick retumed to BuPers as assistant director of officer distribution, where he supervised the duty assignments of about 70,000 officers. He often said that this was the most challenging and satisfying position of his career 31 December 1963 was Dick's last day of active duty.

Dick and Betty moved to the Philadelphia, PA, area, where they purchased a franchise executive recraiting company. Business was slow, but growing, when Dick was forced to sell the business be197

Last C; cause of health problems. Upon doctor's orders, Dick and Betty relocated to Scottsdale, AZ, for the warmer climate. Twenty years after his retirement, Dick achieved a lifelong goalâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a hole-in-one!

Dick is survived by his three sons, David, Eric and Brian; and four grandsons, Alan, Robert, Jon and Matt. Dick's wife, Betty, died in 1998.

RICHARD BOYER LANING '40 Captain Richard B. Laning, USN (Ret.), died in Orlando, FL, on 5 April 2000, of cancer Burial was in Arlington CEMETERY in June.

Dick was born in Washington, D . C , on New Year's Day in 1918, the oldest of six sons of a Naval medical officer He was schooled mostly in Califomia. He graduated from the Academy with the Class of 1940.

Dick's first duty was in YORKTOWN as second division officer, while the ship was operating around Pearl Harbor, and later in the Atlantic Neutrality Patrol. In late 1942, he went to radar school with the RAF, and then was in the commissioning crew of HORNET as radar officer He still held this billet when HORNET took the Doolittle squadron for the raid on Tokyo, and then was in the Battle of Midway.

In the fall of 1942, Dick married Ruth Richmond, daughter of a Naval medical officer, and she went with him while he attended submarine school. He served in SALMON, moving up to be XO, until decommissioning in 1944, and he then went to STICKLEBACK until war's end. He was CO of PILOTHSH in

Operation Crossroads, which sank her Next, he was First Naval District submarine reserve coordinator, then he went to a three-year postgraduate school, earning a master's in bio and nuclear physics from UC Berkeley. After staff duty with JTF-1, he recommissioned TRUTTA as CO. Next came commissioning as CO of HARDER, then Op-365 (Nuclear Weapons) in Washington. He went back to sea as PCO and commissioning CO of SEAWOLF (SSN-

575), the second nuclear sub. In 1958, he went to Op-31X, until he entered the Naval War College.

Next, Dick was PCO of PROTEUS ( A S - 1 9 ) , the first Polaris tender. In 1962, he went to Pearl Harbor as N2/3 at SubPac. Dick retired in 1963 to become corporate planner for United Aircraft Corporation. In 1973, he and Ruth moved to Florida, where Dick became a real civilian in insurance. Chamber of Commerce, and writing. Dick's awards included the Silver Stau', Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Navy Commendation, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commendation, Stephen Decatur Award, and Marjorie Sterret Award.

Dick is survived by his wife, Ruth; two daughters, Christine Laning and Lucille Laning Block; and two grandchildren. Memorial conttibutions may be made to the U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II Scholarship Program, c/o Robert D. Benites, Scholarship Director, 160 Lido Circle, Sacramento, CA 95826-1615.

RUSSELL OSWALD MERRILL '40 Commander Russell O. Merrill, USN (Ret.), died on 21 April 2000, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Brighton, MA, after a long illness. He was 82 years old. A memorial service was held on 29 April, followed by burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Wellesley, MA. Raised in Port Chester, NY, the son of Ray and Alice Briggs Merrill, he graduated from Port Chester High School. In April 1935, Russ enlisted in the Naval Reserve, 31st Fleet Division, Rochelle, NY, and in June 1936, was discharged to enter the Naval Academy. He graduated with the Class of 1940.

His first duty was in MAR'W.AND, then to BENHAM, a destroyer that was in the screen and a plane guard for ENTERPRISE, until BENHAM was lost in the third battle of Savo Island. Russ then went to postgraduate school, for the course in communications and electtonic countermeasures, and this led to his assignment on the staff of ComFifthPhibFor/ ComPhibPac. In his second decade of duty, Russ was commanding officer of a 220-foot minesweeper, which served on a CNO project; followed by duty as supply officer in SHENANDOAH; duty in Washington; and then as liaison with the Army's Quartermaster Corps in Natick, MA; and on to the staff of USCinCEur In the 1960s, Russ had his last tour of duty at naval district headquarters in New York City, as comptroller and assistant district supply officer While there, Russ eamed a master's at Columbia University Teachers College. He later taught mathematics for 18 years in New Jersey and Massachusetts.

As a longtime resident of Wellesley, MA; Russ was, besides a high school teacher, active in civic affairs. In 1996, he was named "Neighbor of the Year" by the Wellesley Rotary Club. He was an active member of the Wellesley Congregational Church, serving as deacon, usher and member of many committees.

He is survived by his wife, Phoebe Dunn Merrill; daughter, Jane Parry, of Westport, CT; four grandchildren; and sister, Anne M. Lubran, of Pleasant Town, CA. He was predeceased by his son, Thomas R. Merrill, in 1969; and by his brother, Robert Merrill; and sister, Eleanor Roane.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wellesley Congregational Church, 2 Centtal Stteet, Wellesley, MA 02482.

EARL DERR BIGGERS '43 Reverend Biggers, who helped found the South Bay Ecumenical Council after moving to Chula Vista, CA, 18 years ago, died on Tuesday, 18 April 2000 in his home of colon cancer He was 80 years old.

Reverend Biggers was bom in Carmi, IL, and raised in Harrisburg, IL. He received bachelor's and master's degrees in analytical chemistry at the University of Illinois and attended the U.S. Naval Academy for one year.

During World War II, he was assigned to desttoyers in the Pacific. While in the Navy, he visited San

Diego, an experience that influenced his choice of communities in which to retire four decades later While specializing in analytical chemistry at the U.S. Industrial Chemical Co. in Cincinnati, OH, Reverend Biggers continued to serve in the Navy Reserve. He retired in 1963 as a lieutenant commander Leaving a lucrative job as a chemist in Cincinnati, he entered the Methodist Theological School in Delaware, OH, to become an ordained minister He had been raised in the Methodist Church and his decision to pursue the ministry was, according to his wife, "a long process beginning with the love and nurturing of his parents."

Working as a part-time pastor at a Methodist parish in Cincinnati, he completed his studies in three years and was ordained in 1964.

A champion of minorities and the economically disadvantaged. Reverend Biggers became known for addressing social issues early in his clerical career He joined the Community Action Committee in Cincinnati and began a legacy of promoting Christian unity in the Midwest that would continue in the South Bay. His son, Joel, said "He was ready to face racism, sexism and economic depression wherever he found it."

Reverend Biggers retired in 1982 from the ministry in Ohio and served for the next three and a half years on the staff of First United Methodist Church in Chula Vista, CA. In addition to his wife of 47 years, Dorothy, survivors include sons, Earl Jr of Hutchinson, KS; Anthony of Rockport, TX; Timothy of Canyon Lake, TX; and Joel, a student at Methodist Theological School in Delaware, OH; a brother, John of Tucson, AZ; and three step-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held at First United Methodist Church in Chula Vista, CA. Donations are suggested to the church or to the Ecumenical Council of San Diego County. excerpts from The San Diego Union-Tribune 21 April 2000

KENNETH LEROY ANDERSON '44 Commander Kenneth LeRoy Anderson, USN (Ret.), died peacefully on 4 May 2000 in Coronado, CA, where he had lived with his family since 1960. He was 79 years old. He was born on 6 August 1920 in Toledo, IA, to Sarah Rasmussen Anderson and Andrew Anderson, both from Bergen, Norway.

He graduated from Toledo (Iowa) High School in 1938, and then attended Coe College in Cedar Rapids from 19381940. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with the Class of 1944 in June 1943.

Upon graduation, he was assigned to TAYLOR (DD-468) in the Southwest Pacific. Except for three months refit in San Francisco, TAYLOR fought in the Pacific War Zone for the next two years, earning eleven battle stars and fortunately avoiding any direct battle damage.

After the war, Anderson attended gunnery officer's ordnance school and was assigned to HERBERT J. THOMAS ( D D R - 8 3 3 ) then deployed in

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last Ca Japan. In December 1946, THOMAS retumed to Newport, RI, where she exercised with Submarine School units out of New London.

In October 1947, then-Lieutenant Anderson reported to RODMAN (DMS-21) in Charleston, S C as executive officer In June 1950, he was assigned to the current operations staff of CinC Northeastern Atiantic and Mediterranean, based in London.

Upon completion of this two-year overseas tour, Anderson reported to tiie Naval Academy for duty as a company officer, and later as officer-in-charge of the leadership course. He then attended the Naval War College in Newport, RI, before assuming command of ALVIN C COCKRELL (DE-366) on 25

July 1955.

That October. COCKRELL was deployed to the Westem Pacific, retuming to San Diego and Sonar School ship duties in March 1956. Her next deployment started with a week-long visit to Auckland, New Zealand. Joint exercises with units of SEATO Defense Force played a large part in that deployment. COCKRELL retumed to San Diego in June 1957.

Commander Anderson then served three years in the Logistic Plans Division (Op 40) in Washington. D.C, commanded FORT MARION (LSD-22) for

two years, and was executive officer of the Fleet Anti-Air Warfare Training Center in San Diego.

He retired from active service on 1 April 1966.

After earning a master's degree in management science, he worked for 17 years for the University of CaUfomia at San Diego in the Office of Resource Planning and Analysis, assisting in the growth of the campus from 5.000 to 15,000 students. He retired from UCSD in 1985.

He was an avid golfer, a founding member of the Coronado Democratic Club, and active in numerous commuiuty concems in Coronado.

He was predeceased by his sisters, Ethel Anderson, Ruby Anderson Pashby and Alice Anderson Cintron; and brother, Stanley Andrew Anderson. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Cecilia Swensen Anderson; daughter Margot; sons. Christian and Lars (Leilani); granddaughters, Kari, Solvejg, Melissa, and Jessica; sister-in-law, Eraa Anderson; nieces, Sara and Marcia Anderson, Joan Anderson Hall; and nephew, David Cintron.

Memorial services were held on 23 May 2000, at Henderson-Overton Funeral Home, 302 South Church Stteet in Toledo, IA. Interment followed the services at the Anderson family plot in Woodlawn Cemetery in Toledo.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be sent to: Batten Disease Support and Research Association (BDSRA), 120 Humphries Drive, Suite 2, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068; 1-800-448-4570.

WILLIAM CLARK CAMPBELL '44 Commander William Clark Campbell, USN (Ret.), died at the Fairfax Residents Center in Ft. Belvoir, VA, on 14 March 2000, of pancreatic cancer CDR Campbell was bom on 17 June 1919 in Spokane, WA. He attended the University of Washington in Seattle for a year and a half before attending the U.S. Naval Academy, where he graduated in June 1943 with the Class of 1944. Upon Shipmate, July-August 2000

graduation. Commander Campbell was assigned to the Submarine School in New London, CT. He served in submarines for five years during and subsequent to World War II. He was qualified in submarine sonar, communications, torpedo and gunnery tactics and navigation. He was assigned to Naval Flight Training in Pensacola, FL, and Corpus Christi, TX, in 1948 and was awarded his Navy wings in June 1949. He served eighteen years in Naval Aviation as a pilot of long range ASW patrol aircraft; he served as commanding officer of VP28 from August 1960 to July 1961.

From 1961 to 1962, Commander Campbell served aboard ASW carrier, ESSEX ( C V S - 9 ) as navigator and tactics ttaining officer participating in major U.S. and NATO ASW exercises in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Mediterranean.

Commander Campbell attended the Armed Forces Staff College in Norfolk, VA, in 1960 and later, from 1962-1963, attended the Naval War College in Newport, RI. Other duties ashore included Naval Air Basic Training Staff, CNO (Op-35) and ASW Project Test Pilot at Naval Air Test Facility, Patuxent River, MD. Commander Campbell retired from the Navy in April 1965. After retirement, he worked with TRW Systems Group in McLean, VA, for eight years as a senior project engineer in the ASW field. He then joined the ASW Systems Project with the Department of the Navy in Arlington, VA, as a systems engineer in the field of naval electronics systems.

He retired for a second time in January 1985.

Bill enjoyed such hobbies as boat building and water skiing, and was active in the Boy Scouts program.

Survivors include his son, William C Campbell II; and daughters, Carolynda Campbell Owings and Collette Campbell.

Services were held on 5 April 2000, at Ft. Meyer Chapel. Interment was at Arlington National Cemetery.

DICKSON WELLINGTON ALDERTON '45 Captain Dickson Wellington Alderton, USN (Ret.), of East Jordan, Ml, died on 29 August 1999, while visiting his daughter in New Jersey. He was 77 years old.

"Dick" Alderton was a native of Michigan, and attended Michigan State prior to his appointment to the Naval Academy in 1941. He graduated on 7 June 1944, as a member of the Class of 1945, 6th Company. He was assigned to INDIANA and saw action in the Pacific. At the end of World War 11, Dick was sent to flight training, which he completed in 1947. His subsequent flying duties included VF2E, VC12, Operations Officer VF-192, Commanding Officer VF-193 and Commander Air Group 19.

Additional schooling assignments were at CIC School in Chicago and Intelligence School, Washington. His ship's company duties were as CIC officer on ORISKANY, later, the same post on BON HOMME RICHARD, on which he was later to act as

commanding officer Dick's total duty time on BON HOMME RICHARD, including flying assignments and ship' company, was nine years.

Between his sea duty Dick was deputy director.

Naval Weapons Center, at China Lake, CA, and on Air Command Staff in Montgomery, AL. Dick retired from the Navy in 1974 to his native Michigan, in the East Jordan area. He became active in local affairs. An active Rotarian, he became president of the East Jordan Rotary Club. He was also president of the East Jordan Snowmobile Club,

a committee member of Ducks Unlimited, and Chairman of the Tax Review Board, Evelyn Township, Charlevoix County.

Dick is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara; a daughter, Karen; two sons, James and William ; and six grandchildren. He was cremated and a memorial service was held in East Jordan, OH. Larry Shaffer '45 MERLIN DALE BECKER '45 Commander Merlin Dale Becker, USN (Ret.), of Ocean Park, WA, died at his home on 27 January 2000. He was 76 years old.

Dale was a native of Vancouver, WA, and attended the University of Portland prior to his appointment to the Naval Academy in 1941. He graduated from the Academy on 7 June 1944, as a member of the Class of 1945, First Company.

His first duty upon graduation was on ARKANSAS (BB-33) in both the Atiantic and Pacific for the finish of World War 11, after which Dale entered Submarine School. Subsequent duty was aboard VoLADOR (SS-490) and BLACKFIN (SS-322). After a tour at the NROTC University of Kansas, it was back to sea again on BLACKHN, and then as XO on QUEENFISH. In 1955, Dale served on the staff as the aide to the shipyard commander. Mare Island Naval Shipyard, and then back to sea, this time as commanding officer of VoLADOR. He rounded out his naval career with tours as chief staff officer, Mare Island Group PacResFlt, and then to CinCPacFIt as ASW and undersea warfare officer until his retirement in 1965.

Dale was employed by the financial firm of William P. Harper & Son until his final retirement in 1971 in Ocean Park, WA. He is survived by his wife, June, whom he married in July of 1949; and three daughters, Kathy, Barbara, and Judith. A fourth daughter, Marilyn, died in 1958. Dale was cremated and a private service will be held at a later date.

Larry Shaffer '45 ALEX ARTHUR KERR '45 Captain Alex Arthur "Andy" Kerr, USN (Ret.), died 6 May 2000, of cancer of the larynx. He was 78 years old.

Bom in Australia, Andy arrived in the United States at the age of three when his family emigrated to Seattle, WA. Andy was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941 as a member of the Class of 1945, graduating on 7 June 1944 in the Third Company.

His initial duty was on HONOLULU in the gunnery department. HONOLULU was sunk in the Battle of Leyte Gulf shortly after he arrived and Andy was the assigned to submarine school. He spent five years in various submarine duties when his hearing began to fail. The Navy then sent him to law school at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. He graduated from law school in 1954 at the top of his class, and was editor-in-chief of the Law Review. He served in legal billets in Naples, Italy, and 7th Fleet during the Vietnam War before being assigned to Special Counsel to Secretary of the Navy, John Connally, and the three succeeding Secretaries, Korth, Nitze, and Ignatius.

While serving under Connally, Andy had the duty to advise him on a request by an ex-Marine to reverse his discharge from less-than honorable to honorable. After review of the record, Andy advised against it. The ex-Marine was Lee Harvey Oswald.

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During his Naval career, Andy acquired a Legion of Merit, Bronze Star and SecNav Commendations.

He retired from the Navy in 1968.

After his retirement from the Navy, he became a corporate counsel with the General Electric Company where he rose to become chief counsel for GE's nuclear group. Following the death of his first wife, the former Rusty Dreller, he took a leave of absence from GE, rented a flat in London, and spent the year bicycling the United Kingdom, and the European continent. He then decided not to retum to work, but to buy a sailboat and craise the world.

In 1979, he married Susan Jovovich, also an exGE lawyer, and together began a sea voyage of almost ten years, including the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, before finally going ashore in Seattle in 1988.

In 1990, Andy underwent surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy for colon and prostate cancers. To regain sttength, he started cycling again. In 1991, he made a solo trip with camping gear from Vancouver, Canada, to Tijuana, Mexico. In the summer of 1992, at age 70, he made the first of his transcontinental bike trips, going from Seattle to Bar Harbor, ME. In 1993, he made his second trip, going from Los Angeles to Boston, to raise money for the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center In 1993, his third trip went from San Diego, CA, to St. Augustine, FL, again for the cancer center He is survived by his wife, Susan; son, Alex Kerr Jr of Thailand; and daughter, Laurie Kerr of New York. A memorial gathering was held in Seattle, WA, in June.

Larry Shaffer '45 CORNELIUS FERRIS MOUL '45 Captain Cornelius "Neil" Ferris Moul, USN (Ret.), died suddenly at his home in Centre Island, NY, on 25 Febraary 2000. He was 77 years old.

A native of Gloversville, NY, he was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941 and graduated on 7 July 1944 in tiie 12th Company of the Class of 1945.

While at the Academy, he was a valuable member of both the soccer and lacrosse teams, obtaining his letters in both sports all three years. Neil's first ship was SMALLEY, with two subsequent destroyer assignments before being retumed to the Naval Academy for his first shore assignment.

For his next sea duty, he was awarded command of LST-525, and then an overseas assignment at CinCNelm in London. He retumed to the United States for a tour of duty in general planning at Naval Operations, two years as a student at the Army War College in CarHsle, PA, and then as commanding officer of HARWOOD (DD-861). In a later assignment, he was chief of staff. Naval Base, Newport, RI, during the time that the base was going through its closing as a naval installation.

Neil retired in 1974.

In retirement, Neil and his wife, Barbara, whom he married in July 1944, lived in Centre Island, NY. He held the position of vice president for administration for the State University of New York, College at Old Westbury.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara; and two sons, James and Cornelius Jr He was buried at Arlington National Cemetery on 6 March 2000.

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GEORGE PULLEN PEED JR. '45 tained a private practice in the St. Joseph ProfesCaptain George Pullen Peed Jr, USN (Ret.), died sional Building for many years. He was a former on 5 May 2000, in Fort Pierce, FL. He was 78 member of the staff of the Johns Hopkins Hospital. years old.

His professional memberships included the Lister Captain Peed, a native of Fairmount, WV, was Society, the Splint Club, the Rush Medical Club appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941 and gradu- and the Medical and Chirargical Faculty of Maryated on 7 June 1944, as a member of the Fifth Com- land. He was a former member of the Medical and pany, Class of 1945. His first duty was aboard Surgical Club and the Southem Medical Society.

ALBERT W. GRANT (DD-649) as torpedo officer, then He was a past president of the University of Maryas an instractor at fleet gunnery and torpedo school land Medical School Alumni and was a member at Pearl Harbor He attended submarine school at emeritus of the Trastees of the Endowment Fund New London in 1947, and served successive tours of the University of Maryland. He also was a memof duty on three submarines, including SEA Fox (SS- ber of the St. Andrews Society, the St. George's 402) as executive officer He qualified for command Society and the Johns Hopkins Club. of submarines. After a tour as assistant officer in He enjoyed golfing and fishing, and was a memcharge of GMU-51 in Yorktown, VA, George re- ber of the Baltimore Country Club and the tumed to sea in destroyers as executive officer of Tunkhannock Creek Association Trout Fishing Club FLETCHER ( D D - 4 4 5 ) . His commands included BLAIR in Pennsylvania.

(DER-147), Guided Missile Unit 10, RADFORD ( D D He is survived by his wife, the fonner Suzanne 446) and DESDIV-112. His final tour of duty was Fallon, whom he married in 1946; a son, W.J. Ross as assistant chief of staff, administration, Dunseath Jr of Silver City, NM; two daughters, CinCPacFIt. He retired in 1974.

Sherry Dunseath Welch of Chesapeake, VA; and Upon retirement, he and his wife, Elaine, whom Suzanne D. Bohn of Chanhassen, MN; a sister, he had married in 1953, moved to Fairmount, WV, Marjorie D. Shanahan of Fort Pierce, FL; and two which had been home to both of their families. grandchildren.

Three severe winters convinced them to move to The Baltimore Sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;11 May 2000 Florida, and they settled in Fort Pierce. George's hobbies include sailing, fishing, model railroading and amateur radio. He was a member of the Treasure Coast Model Railroad Club and Historical MONTFORD TILFORD JOHNSON JR. '46 Montford T. Johnson Society and the American Radio Relay League and died on 23 December Fort Pierce and Vero Beach Radio clubs.

1999, after a brief iUness.

He was predeceased by his wife, Elaine, in 1989.

He was bom on 21 JanuSurvivors include three sons, George, Brooks, and ary 1923 in Amarillo, Robert; and six grandchildren.

TX. Services were held A service was held in Fort Pierce, followed by at the First Presbyterian burial at Arlington National Cemetery in Church on 27 December Arlington, VA. He was buried in Llano Larry Shaffer '45 Cemetery.

After two years service following graduation in June 1946, WILLIAM JAMES ROSS DUNSEATH '46 Dr. William J.R. "M.T.", as we Classmates knew him, resigned from Dunseath Sr, who was the Navy and retumed to Texas, joining his father chief of dermatology at in their family business, headquartered in Amarillo.

Being the achiever he was in every endeavor, he the old St. Joseph Hospital in Towson, MD, for quickly became a leader in his community, as well 33 years, died on Satur- as elsewhere in the region, serving it for nearly 50 day, 6 May 2000, of car- years. Simultaneously, he successfuUy expanded his diac arrest at his Home- business interests. land residence. He was Johnson was a member of the Amarillo Indepen77 years old. dent School District board of directors from 1954Born and raised in 1969, and for a time, was its president. He was a Audubon, NJ, Dr. member of the school board when the board Dunseath was a graduate straggled with volatile issues such as school inteof Burris Preparatory gration. On the business side, he managed the AmaSchool. He earned his rillo Livestock Auction and developed the Sunset bachelor's degree from the Naval Academy in 1946, Center shopping mall. He founded Tascosa National and served aboard a minesweeper during the wan- Bank and organized the Johnson Land and Cattie ing days of World War II in the Pacific theater Farm, as well as ranch operations in centtal OklaIn 1948, he graduated from flight school and flew homa and the Texas panhandle. aircraft in Korea during the war there. He taught M.T.'s lifelong love of golf brought him national flying to Midshipmen at the Naval Academy dur- recognition as a member of the executive commiting the 1950s and was discharged from the Navy tee of the U.S. Golf Association, the governing body with the rank of lieutenant commander. of amateur golf in the United States, where he also He changed careers and eamed a medical degree served as its secretary. He was a past-president of from the University of Maryland Medical School the Amarillo Country Club, a member and pastin 1959. He completed an internship at Mercy Hos- president of the Trans-Mississippi Golf Association pital, now Mercy Medical Center, and his residency Board, and a member of the Royal and Ancient Golf at University Hospital, now University of Mary- Club of St. Andrews. land Medical Center He is survived by his wife, Virginia; his son, M.T. Before retiring in 1996, Dr Dunseath also main- Johnson III, of Amarillo, TX; three daughters,

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Larry subsequentiy served as executive officer

They raised six children: D r Nelson Burton (Amy) of Oakton, VA; Kathleen Clarke of Kaysville, UT; B. Kent Burton (Winnie May) of Arlington, VA; Rosanne Bowman (Maurice) of in SIMON LAKE, before commanding RALEIGH and Amphibious Squadron Ten. His final tour before Woods Cross, UT; Dr. Bradford Burton (Midori) retiring in 1975 was on the staff of the United States of Honolulu, HI; and H. Dickson Burton (Maria) Representative to the NATO Military Committee of Bountiful, UT. in Brassels.

Upon graduation. Chick served in PRINCETON (CV37) until his resignation in 1948 to manage the famHis decorations included the Legion of Merit with Gold Star, the Navy Commendation Medal with ily farm upon the death of his father, and to attend Gold Star, the Occupation Service Medal with Asia the medical school of the University of Utah, where clasp, the China Service Medal, the National he obtained his M.D. He completed his residency JOSEPH BENTLEY JONES ' 4 6 Commander Joseph Bentiey "J.B." Jones, USN Defense Service Medal with Star, the Battle E Rib- at the Public Health Service Hospital in Seattle, WA, (Ret.), died of prostate cancer on 25 January 2000, bon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations then retumed to Utah to begin a 40-year career of Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit healing, specializing in internal medicine and carat his home in Annandale, VA. Commander Jones, who had lived in the Citation, the Gold Submarine Dolphins, and the diology. In addition to his full-time private practice, he served as regional flight surgeon for the Washington area since the mid-1960s, was bom in Command at Sea Badge.

North Carolina.

Following retirement, Larry lived in Gulf Stream Federal Aviation Administration and medical director for the Surety Life Insurance Company.

He graduated from the Naval Academy at and Defray Beach, FL, where he was active in Annapolis on 6 June 1945, with the Class of 1946. church and community affairs, particularly at St. He was an active member of his LDS church and His service included duty in the 1962 Cuban naval Paul's Episcopal Church and in the Diocese of the community, and lovingly served neighbors, "quarantine" and onboard the carrier HORNET in Southeast Florida. friends, strangers, and most especially his family, Southeast Asian waters during the Vietoam War. He He is survived by his wife of almost 44 years, throughout his life. He relished travel, private was stationed in Washington as a Supply Corps Mary Kistler Stahl; daughters, Mary Stahl Powers flying, reading, leaming, conversing, and sharing officer when he retired from active duty in 1969. and Elizabeth Stahl Wilkinson; stepsons, LCDR time, experiences, and ideas with those around him.

He was a recipient of the Defense Meritorious James B. Craven III '64, and Stephen K. Craven; His cherished personal motto was "Keep a-keepin' Service Award. sisters, Betty Stahl Fought, and Ann Stahl; and tune on." He lived it with conviction until the moment of his passing.

Upon retirement, he served as a financial officer grandchildren. with the Navy Federal Credit Union from 1970 to Larry's classmates. Jack Enyart and West "H.C" is survived and will be deeply missed by 1974. He then was an adnunisttator at the Wash- Schmidt, spoke at the funeral services at St. Paul's his wife, Elaine; his six children and 20 grandington Navy Yard with the Navy Regional Conttact- Episcopal Church and at the Naval Academy children; his sister, Alice Rampton, of Kaysville, ing Center until retiring again in 1984. Commander Chapel, as did George Berger, USMA '45. They UT; his brother, Stewart Burton, of St. George, UT; Jones was a member of Calvary Hill Baptist Church met at Larry's first Army-Navy ttack meet and were and by his devoted dogs, Kody and Liz. in Fairfax, VA. friends for 57 years thereafter It was appropriate He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert Survivors include his wife. Marguerite, of to have a West Point presence at the funeral, for Charles and Millie Criddle Burton, of Kaysville, UT. Annandale VA; three children, Joseph B. Jones of Larry was a gentle warrior, whose life personified Funeral services were held on 19 April 2000, at Arlington, VA; Stephen D. Jones of Vienna, VA; Duty, Honor, Country. The service at the Chapel the LDS Central Stake Center in Bountiful, UT, witii and Kimberly A. Pickard of Midlothian, VA; and was conducted by the Reverend James B. Craven subsequent interment at Lakeview Memorial five grandchildren.

III '64, and burial followed in the Naval Academy Estates in Bountiful. excerpts from The Washington Post Columbarium.

The Burton Children Memorials may be made to the Class of 1946 31 January 2000 Fund at the Naval Academy Alumni Association.

Sailor, Rest your Oars.

HUMPHREY LOUIS LAITNER '47 LCDR Humphrey L. LAWRENCE EDWIN STAHL ' 4 6 "Red" Laitner, USNR Captain Lawrence E. (Ret.), succumbed to a Stahl, USN (Ret.), died HUBERT CRIDDLE BURTON '47 Our beloved husband, long and incapacitating on 7 May 2000. brother, father, grandfaillness on 6 April 2000.

He was bom in Big ther, physician and Born and raised in Rapids, Ml, grew up in friend, Hubert C Missouri, Red had Ypsilanti, MI, and "Chick" Burton retumed entered Missouri Valley attended Notre Dame to his heavenly father on College on a football University before being 14 April 2000, after a rescholarship when, during appointed to the Naval markably courageous his sophomore year as a Academy in 1942. In the battle with cancer He chemical engineering Tenth Company, he ran was surrounded by fammajor, he was appointed track for Coach Earl ily members at his home to the Academy by then-Senator Harry Traman. He Thomson, competing in the NCAA and ICAAA in Bountiful, UT. entered with the Class of 1947, graduating in 1946 championships at Madison Square Garden, and in Dad was born on 17 with the 11th Company. the Penn Relays. He graduated in 1945 with the August 1924, in He served from 1946 to 1949 in CHEVALIER (DDRClass of 1946 and began his commissioned service Kaysville, UT. After graduating from Davis High 805), then in LST-845 until his departure for flight in the submarine school in New London. He served School, he received a congressional appointment training in 1951. He became a Naval Aviator in in the submarines, ENTEMEDOR, VOLADOR, CATFISH, to the Naval Academy, where he was a member of 1952, and flew ADs with VA-25 aboard MIDWAY MENHADEN, TENCH and SAILFISH before the Trident staff. He graduated with the Class of (CVB-41) until 1954, when he transferred to the commanding SEA POACHER. While in CATHSH, he participated in reconnaissance war patrols off the 1947 in June of 1946, a member of the 2nd Naval Reserve and left active duty. He continued Korean and Chinese coasts, as well as off Company, and was commissioned as an ensign. He toflyin the Reserve at Glen view NAS until 1957, Vladivostok. He took SEA POACHER on clandestine married his sweetheart and eternal companion, then transitioned to Naval Intelligence and retired missions in 1960, for which he was awarded the Elaine Nelson, the day after graduation in the from the Reserve in 1960.

Naval Academy Chapel. Their marriage was later Navy Commendation Medal.

In civilian life, Red held a number of engineersealed in the Logan Temple of the Church of Jesus ing sales positions from 1954 to 1957, and became Larry received advanced degrees in mathemat- Christ of Latter Day Saints. district manager for Chicago of the firm which he ics and operations analysis at the Naval Postgradupurchased and renamed as Prochem in 1963. ate School in Monterey, CA, in 1954, and was also Berkley McKeever of Pelham, NY; Margaret Herring of Amarillo, TX; and Betty Wagner of Garrison, NY; stepson, Richard Fiss of Riverside, CT; stepdaughter, Susan Underbill of Dallas, TX; twelve grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Memorials may be made to Presbyterian Children's Home, 3400 Bowie Stteet, Amarillo, TX; the Faith City Mission, 401 Second Avenue, Amarillo, TX; or your favorite charity.

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He formed and developed Laicon, Inc., a waste treatment and pollution abatement firm in 1967. In 1973, he took on the challenge of disposing of these firms and moving his family to Califomia, where he changed fields, entering into land sales and commercial real estate, with his own firm. Centurion Realty Inc., in Oakland Hills.

In 1990, he had shifted to the Auburn area and continued to work in real estate, when in 1994 he was stricken with a rare and devastating viral disease causing severe blood clotting, which led to the loss of his left leg. In 1995, emergency surgery was required to remove practically all of his small intestine, which had been rendered gangrenous by the clotting. In spite of this, his determination and will to live sustained him into the new century.

He is survived and greatly missed by his wife, Helen; son, Jim, and his wife, Suzanne, of Santa Rosa, CA; son. Skip, and his wife, Georgia, of Alexandria, VA; daughter, Mrs. Nancy Winter, of Littleton, CO; his sisters, Helen Hall Petersen of Kansas City, MO, and Dorothea Smith of Treasure Island, FL; grandchildren, Jill, Rob, Dan, Matt, and Melissa; and great grandchildren, Kelsey and Tre. Helen Laitner

DAVID ROSS TOLL '47 David R. Toll died of cardiac arrest on 1 May 2000, at Suburban Hospital in Washington, D.C. He had Parkinson's disease.

Dave ToU was bom in Denver, CO, in 1925, and received a congressional appointment from that state to the Academy. He entered and graduated with the Class of 1947 in June of 1946 with the 9th Company. As a Midshipman, he worked on the Log, and was a devotee of fencing with the saber Upon graduation, he served in MISSOURI (BB-63) and resigned in 1949.

He received the LLB from Yale Law School in 1954, and embarked on the private practice of law in Denver, then moved to Washington, D . C , to become counsel for the Joint Congressional Committee on Atomic Energy.

Dave married Shirley BisseUe in 1957, and they lived in Vienna for a year while he served as executive director of the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Upon their rettim to the States, he served for three years as counsel to General Atomics, a private R&D fum in La Jolla, CA, and in 1966 became president of the National Association of Electric Companies, based in Washington. Subsequent service as senior vice president, and then general counsel, of the Edison Electric Institute preceded his retum to private practice, when in 1978, he became a partner in the Washington fum of Lowenstein, Newman, Reis, Axelrad & Toll. He retired from that practice in the mid-1990s.

He was a member of the Metropolitan and Chevy Chase Clubs of Washington, and was Chairman of the American Bar Association's Public Utilities Section.

In addition to his wife of 43 years, he is survived by one son, Christopher, of Denver, CO; two brothers, John and Daniel; a sister, Anne Dunham

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of Califomia; and two grandchildren. A son, David W. Toll, died in 1986.

Memorial services were held at Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church in Washington, D . C , on Friday, 5 May, with a number of '47 Classmates present.

Chet Shaddeau '47

FREDERICK LOUIS NELSON '48 When Frederick L. Nelson began his teaching career in the mid-1970s, he had enough military memories to fill a classroom. But, as a civilian educator, the retired Navy captain's subjects were mathematics and business, not history.

Captain Frederick L. Nelson, USN (Ret.), a decorated veteran of two wars, died on 29 Febraary 2000, at Palomar Medical Center in Escondido, CA. He was 74 years old. The cause of death was complications from heart problems.

During more than 25 years in the Navy, Captain Nelson flew more than 200 combat missions in the Korean War and Vietnam War. His decorations included a Distinguished Flying Cross, a Legion of Merit, two Bronze Stars, a Meritorious Service Medal and 21 Air Medals.

Captain Nelson retired from active duty in 1974 as commanding officer of the Navy Personnel R&D Center in San Diego. He settied in Rancho Bernardo and eamed a teaching credential at United States Intemational University.

For several years, he taught mathematics and business at Mission Bay High School. He also taught as a substitute at Mount Carmel and Poway high schools. In recent years, he was a volunteer Santa Claus for Salvation Army and Elks holiday functions.

He was bom in Petersburg, AK, and received an appointment to the Naval Academy after graduating from high school. He graduated from Annapolis in 1948 and received his wings in 1949.

Assigned to the aircraft carrier PHILIPPINE SEA as an attack pilot. Captain Nelson served two tours of duty in the Korean War. He later was assigned to the All Weather Flight School in Corpus Christi, TX, where he served as an instructor From Febraary 1955 to December 1956, Captain Nelson was an assistant navigator for the aircraft carrier SHANGRI-LA in its Western Pacific deployments.

His Vietnam duty included three combat tours, two of them aboard the carrier CORAL SEA and another as commanding officer of the supply ship REGULUS.

During his Navy career, Captain Nelson eamed a master's degree in business administration from George Washington University and a master's in computer science from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey.

He was a deacon at Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church and enjoyed golf, swimming, bridge and walking. Captain Nelson's wife of 40 years, Willa May Kobey, died in 1991.

He married Elsa Dickinson in 1992 and moved to Valley Center In January, Captain Nelson returned to the home he had kept in Rancho Bernardo.

In addition to his wife, Elsa, he is survived by daughters, Sandra Lee Nelson of Bayside, CA, and Willa-Marie Tubb of Irvine, CA; a son, William, of Florence, OR; brothers, Donald and Robert, both of Petersburg; and six grandchildren.

Services were held on 6 March 2000, at Rancho

Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church. Donations are suggested to World Vision, P.O. Box 70200, Tacoma, WA 98481-0200. excerpts from The San Diego Union-Tribune 4 March 2000

CLIFFORD EARL CRAFTS JR. '50 Clifford E. Crafts Jr died on 22 January 2000, at his home in New Smyrna Beach, FL, after a long illness. He was 72 years old.

Bom in Plainfield, NJ, he was a 1950 graduate of the Naval Academy and served in the Air Force until 1954. He eamed his M.B.A. from the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, in 1956. He and his wife, Etieen, whom he wed in 1951, moved to Smithtown, NY, in 1957, where he had his own insurance agency. Crafts, Smith, Nowick & Goodwin. In 1971, he was elected as a Republican to represent what was then Suffolk's 7th District in the county legislature. He served two terms before stepping down.

An avid golfer, Mr Crafts was a member of St. George's Country Club in Stony Brook. He was also a member of the Smithtown Yacht Club. In 1987, Mr Crafts moved to Florida and joined a local country club and yacht club there.

He is survived by his wife, Eileen, of New Smyrna Beach, FL; son, Tim, and daughter-in-law, Denise, of Smithtown, NY; daughter, Kathy Crafts Belair, and son-in-law, Tim Belair, of New York City; son, Peter, and daughter-in-law, Lauren, of Centreville, VA; son, Kevin of New York City; and son, Mark, of San Francisco, CA. He was predeceased by his son, John, of Nazareth, PA, in 1995, and is survived by John's wife, Judy. He is also survived by his sister, Helen C Price of Southold, NY; and seven grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on 25 January 2000, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in New Smyrna Beach, FL. Memorial donations may be made to the Catholic Church of the Resurrection, 37 Juniper Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787.

ROBERT LEO RINGHAUSEN '50 Captain Robert L. Ringhausen, USN (Ret.), passed away at his home in Virginia Beach, VA, on 1 March 2000. He was 72 years old.

Bom on 24 July 1927, in Hardin, IL, he was the son of Dora T. Ringhausen and the late Albert J. Ringhausen. He graduated from the Naval Academy in 1950 and married Yvonne Simon Ringhausen on 21 July 1951. Following the Academy, he attended Stanford University and obtained his M.B.A. in 1960.

He retired from the Navy as a captain after 30 years of service, and from Raytheon Service Co. after ten years. A Korean War veteran. Bob was awarded the Department of Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Legion of Merit, Defense Superior Service Medal, World War II Victory Medal, China Service Extended, National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star, Korean Service Medal with Five Stars, and United Nations Medal, as well as the Republic of Korean Presidential Citation.

He was a member of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, tiie Retired Officers Association, First Landing Chapel at Fort Story, president of the Kiwanis Beachcombers and vice president of Shipmate, July-August 2000

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Bob is survived by his wife, Yvonne; three daughters, Kathryn Y Paragano of Bemardsville, NJ; Lisa R. Mason of Marietta, GA; and Nancy R. Hehir of Yorktown, VA; two sons, John C Ringhausen of Peachttee City, GA; and Mark R. Ringhausen of Glen Allen, VA; three brothers, James Ringhausen and K.C Ringhausen, both of Hardin, IL, and Joseph Ringhausen of Fieldon, IL; two sisters, Norma Bright of Kirkwood, MO, and Marge Hillen of Hardin, IL; and 12 grandchildren.

His funeral was held on 4 March 2000 at First Landing Chapel at Fort Story with the Rev. Michael J. Cerrone III officiating. Burial with full military honors was on 9 March 2000 at Arlington National Cemetery.

Yvonne S. Ringhausen

VICTOR COKAYNE BENJOVSKY '51 Lieutenant Colonel Victor "Ben" Benjovsky, USAF (ReL), died on 17 February 2000, after a long and valiant straggle against Multiple Sclerosis. Following funeral services at the Naval Academy Chapel, he was inumed in the Naval Academy Columbarium.

"Ben," as he was known to his friends and Classmates, graduated from Salida High School in Salida, CO, in 1946 and from Admiral Farragut Academy in 1947. He entered the Naval Academy the same year and was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Air Force following graduation in 1951. After observer training, Ben flew as a bombardier/navigator in RlB-26 "Blackbirds" in Korea. The diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in 1953 forced a change in his career pattern. After attending Tactical Missile School, Ben subsequently saw service in various missile related and intelligence assignments in Taiwan, Ethiopia, Hawaii and Vietnam. Ben was a weapons system project officer at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia. He eamed a master's degree in personnel administration from George Washington University in 1961, and was a graduate of the Air Command and Staff College in 1965. Ben's last active duty assignment before retiring in 1971 was with the National Security Agency at Fort Meade, MD. Ben was awarded the Air Medal in addition to other commendations and service medals.

In 1965, Ben and bis family settied in Sevema Park, MD. They subsequently moved to "The Fairfax" at Fort Belvoir, VA, in 1991. Ben served as a vestryman at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church in Sevema Park, as well as being an officer in the Optinust Club. After moving to The Fairfax, Ben and his family became parishioners at Pohick Episcopal Church in Lorton, VA. He also served as treasurer of the resident council at The Fairfax and started an in-house investment club.

Despite his straggle against M.S., his determination and fortitude enabled him to complete over 20 years of active service in the Air Force. Ben was an inspiration to his Classmates and friends. The Class of 1951 donated an elevator for the Naval Academy Chapel to assist the handicapped. This gift was, in large part, in recognition of Ben's indomitable spirit. His cheerfulness, sense of humor and friend-

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Hness will always be remembered.

Ben is survived by his wife of 43 years, Barbara "Babs"; daughters, Kelly Benjovsky of Phoenix, AZ, and Roxanne B. McClanahan of Crofton, MD; son, Theodore Dyer Benjovsky of Albion, NY; and eight grandchildren.

WARREN PALMER KITTERMAN '51 Lieutenant Colonel Warren Palmer "Kit" Kitterman, USMC (Ret.), passed away peacefully after a brief illness, at his home in Melbourne, FL, on Friday, 7 April 2000, with his family and his priest at his side. He was 73 years old.

Bom in New Albany, IN, Palmer attended public schools and was active at St. Martin's Church of Christ in New Albany. He graduated from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1951. Early in his career he attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, where he received a degree in physics. "Kit," as he became known to his close friends, served his country proudly as a Marine infantry officer, battalion commander and weapons development expert for over twenty years.

He also served as a tank and rifle platoon leader, aide-de-camp to General J.C. Burger, Camp Lejeune, NC; operations officer at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; and officer in charge of the Marine Corp Drill Team and Ceremonial Company Commander at the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. His combat experience included World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He was awarded, among other decorations, the Legion of Merit with Combat "V," and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Gold and Silver Stars.

After retiring from the Marine Corps, he continued to serve as a supervisory engineer and consultant in the field of weapons systems development and integration involving guided projectiles, shipboard sensors, and positioning devices.

In 1971, he moved his family to "Meta Mora" Farm in raral King George County, VA. He retired from farming in 1993 and moved to Melbourne, FL. He was an avid golfer and was also a lay reader at St. Paul's Anglican Church.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Patricia B. Kitterman; daughters, Kimberly K. Murray of Mechanicsville, VA; and Kevin K. Roth of Vilonia, AR; son, David B. Kitterman of King George, VA; a granddaughter, Katherine P. Murray; and two grandsons, Robert W. and Sanders L. Roth.

The family requests any expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions to the Kitterman Scholarship Fund at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 7200 N. Wickham Road, Melboume, FL 32940.

David B. Kitterman

Ifwse lufto love deeply never grow old; they may die of old age, but they die young. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;'Benjamin J^ranf^n

FORD JOEL ELMER SCHULTZ '51 Captain Ford J.E. Schultz, USN (Ret.), passed away on Sunday, 19 March 2000, after a long illness resulting from heart disease and cancer He was 71 years old and had resided in Reston, VA. Captain Schultz was born in Wayzata, MN, and entered the Naval Academy from that state in 1947. He was graduated with the Class of 1951 and was designated a naval aviator after completing flight school several years later Captain Schultz served at sea for 14 years and was a Vietnam veteran, earning several medals and commendations. His tours included flying both propeller and jet aircraft. He was a squadron commander, a squadron executive officer, an electronics specialist, a staff air operations and planning officer, and a staff air defense officer After completing thirty years of active service.

Captain Schultz retired in 1981.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances, and is survived by his daughter, Karin Hayman, and her husband, Glenn; two granddaughters, Annika (7), and Kristin (4); a niece, Lesley Bickhard; a nephew, Alan Swanson; and many relatives in Sweden.

Funeral services were held at the Fort Myer Old Post Chapel on 6 April 2000 followed by interment at Arlington Cemetery.

WILLIAM PATRICK ST. LAWRENCE '51 Captain William Patrick St. Lawrence, USN (Ret.), died on Saturday, 19 March 2000, at Key West, FL. A memorial service was held at Key West and his ashes were scattered at sea.

William Patrick St. Lawrence was bora on 1 December 1928, in New York, NY. He attended St. Paul's School in Concord, NH. Prior to entering the U.S. Naval Academy, he served in submarines at New London, CT, and at the U.S. Naval Academy Preparatory School in Bainbridge, MD. He was appointed from the fleet.

Graduating with the Class of 1951, he served in FISKE (DD-842) and RENSHAW (DDE-459) during the Korean War. After graduating from submarine school, he served various sea-going billets in TORSK (SS-423), BANG (SS-385), and in the commissioning crew of the first Polaris submarine, GEORGE WASHINGTON ( S S B N - 598). In May 1961, he took

command of ALBACORE (AGSS-5469), which, at that time, was the world's fastest submarine.

In 1963, he attended the Ecole Superieure Navale in Paris, France, and in 1965 received his "license" in political science from the University of Paris (Sorbonne). This was followed by a tour in the Office of the CNO, Plans and Policy (OP-60).

During the Vietnam War, he commanded CONY (DD-508) and ROBERT L . WILSON (DD-847) in

operations in that area. After tours on the staffs of CinCLant, ComASWForLant, and ComSecondFIt, he retired in Virginia Beach on 1 January 1974.

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Last Call His decorations include the Navy Marine Corps Medal, two Bronze Stars with combat V, the Meritorious Service Medal, and the Joint Services Commendation Medal.

Starting a new career in business, he worked in commercial real estate development throughout Tidewater Virginia and the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Together with his wife, he started the Ambassador Travel Service in Norfolk, VA. Other businesses included a short haul tracking business, a deep sea charter fishing operation in Nag's Head, NC, and a yacht delivery service. In 1989, he sold all his interests and retired to Key West, FL, where he became active with the Service Corps of Retired Executives as a volunteer helping others starting a small business.

He is survived by his wife, Shelia M. Taylor, of Cardiff, Wales; his children, Katherine Gooch of Virginia Beach, VA; and W. Pattick St. Lawrence of Muphreesboro, NC; a stepdaughter, Tracey Lewis-Price of Perth, Austtalia; two grandchildren, and one great-grandson.

HALLAM OVERBY BAGBY '53 Hallam Overby Bagby Sr, of Darien, GA, died on 21 May 2000, at Souflieast Georgia Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. He was 69 years old.

Hal was pastor of Glynn Haven Baptist Church for eight years; he was personnel manager at Altama Delta and had retired from the Navy as a lieutenant commander, after 20 years of service. Hal was a graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, graduating in 1953.

He enjoyed reading, watching old movies, talking to friends on the phone, and playing acey-ducey.

Hal is survived by his daughter, Lisa Lawson, of New Milford, CT; sons, Buster Bagby of Darien, GA, and Drew Bagby of Branswick, GA; and four grandchildren, Jennifer and Benjamin Lawson of New Milford, CT, and Barry and Brooks Bagby of Branswick, GA. Graveside services were held on Wednesday, 23 May 2000, at Whispering Pines Cemetery.

RICHARD MAXWELL GO WING '53 Richard M. "Dick" Gowing, of Murrells Inlet, SC, died on Wednesday, 22 March 2000, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center. He was 72 years old.

He was born on 11 September 1927, in Watertown, MA, a son of the late James C and Esther Wallis Gowing. Dick served in the Navy for 30 years before retiring as a captain in 1975. He was a 1953 graduate of the Naval Academy. He eamed a master's degree in nuclear physics from Penn State University in 1961 and a master's degree in personnel administration from George Washington University in 1965.

His tours of duty in the Navy included serving on the communication staff of the Secretary of Defense, James D. Forrestal; the communication staff of President Harry S Traman's White House; a member of the 1946 Byrd Expedition to the South Pole; a participant in the Bikini and Eniwetok atomic bomb tests; a research project manager for 204

the Advanced Research Project Agency field unit in Vietnam; a research project manager for the Defense Nuclear Agency; executive officer of the radar picket R.O. HALE (DER-333) and the guidedmissile craiser ALBANY ( C G - 1 0 ) ; commanding officer of the desttoyer INGRAHAM (DD-694); and chief staff officer of the Naval Education and Training Center in Newport, Rl. His decorations include the Legion of Merit and the Meritorious Service Medal.

After retiring from the Navy, he worked for 15 years as a systems analyst with Syscon Corp. in Middletown, Rl. He retired to Murrells Inlet in November 1992. He was a member of The Retired Officer's Association, the American Association of Retired Persons, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10420 and Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 2351, where he was a member of the board of officers and the Moose Legion.

Survivors include his wife, Irma T. Raiche Gowing; son, Richard Gowing J r of Nevada; daughter, Cheryl Ann Stock of Miami Beach; stepdaughter, Claudette Bridgeman of Garden City Beach; stepson, Ronald Faucher of Great Falls, VA; two brothers, Donald Gowing of Seattle and David Gowing of Bangor, ME; sister, Margot Busik of Stratford, CT; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Services were held in South Carolina on 25 March 2000, followed by inurnment in Rhode Island. Memorials in Dick's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 316, Conway, SC 29526. excerpts from the Sun News (Myrtle Beach, SC) 23 March 2000

ROBERT JOHN BEGAN '57 Robert John Began died on 10 Febraary 2000, in Grand Prairie, TX. Bob was bom on 24 July 1932, in Johnson City, NY, and graduated from North Senior High School in nearby Binghamton, NY, in 1951. He served in the Navy aboard NEW JERSEY and, in 1953, received a fleet appointment to the Naval Academy. Upon graduation in 1957, Bob elected to serve in the Air Force. He served in the OSI until 1962, when under the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) program, eamed a master's degree in aeronautical engineering from the University of Colorado. Upon his graduation, the Air Force assigned Bob to the foreign technology division, where he worked until his retirement in 1977, after 26 years of service to his country. He then went to work for LTV (subsequently Loral-Voight, now Lockheed Martin), where he retired in 1993 as a manager of special analysis.

As his children grew up, Bob enjoyed spending time as a Cub Scout leader, baseball coach, refereeing high school basketball in both Ohio and North Texas.

Bob was ordained first as a deacon, then a priest, in the Greek Orthodox Church in 1985. He served in church parishes in Hurst, Fort Worth, Waco, Wichita Falls, Austin and Dallas, TX. Bob was preceded in death by his son, Gregory

Began. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Marie; son, John Began; sister, Irene Hammond of Georgia; nieces Tamara Sweatman of Georgia and Lynn Makara of Delaware; nephew, David Hammond of Georgia; and numerous family members and friends.

A prayer service was held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Dallas, TX. JACK LANE WESTON '57 Commander Jack Lane Weston, USN (Ret.), of Oriando, FL, died on 24 April 2000, of a heart attack. He was 67 years old. â&#x20AC;˘\^0^ * ^^blii "^^^ SO" of Helen and ~" Dale Weston, Jack was bom on 21 July 1932, in Marion, OH. He graduated from Harding High School in Marion in 1950 and served a year and a half in the U.S. Air Force, which included time in Korea. He went on to graduate from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1957, 2nd Company, as a distinguished graduate, standing 20th in the Class.

Upon graduation, he reported to ANTIETAM (CVS36) for duty as assistant communicator, A & E division officer Following completion of DesLant Engineering School and Nuclear Power School in 1960, Jack reported to the Nuclear Power Training Unit in Idaho Falls as a student and then served at the Training Unit in Schenectady, NY, as staff training officer In 1963, Jack reported to ENTERPRISE (CVAN-65) for duty as reactor control division officer He served a second tour on ENTERPRISE in 1966 as the reactor mechanical assistant. In October 1968, he reported to LONG BEACH ( C G N - 9 ) as engineer-

ing officer and served as executive officer of JOUETT (DLG-29) from June 1972 to December 1973. From January 1974 to May 1976 he served as nuclear propulsion ttaining and readiness officer on the staff of Commander Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. Commander Weston assumed command of ROARK (FF-1053) in May 1976.

For his Air Force service, he received the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Korea). For his naval service, he received the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat "V" and two Gold Stars, the Navy Unit Commendation, and the Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal.

Jack retired in 1978 and resided in Orlando, FL. He was a member of the Forest Lawn Presbyterian Church of Marion, OH. He is survived by his sisters, Pauline Wilson of Orlando, FL, and Helen of Marion, OH; and by brothers, Louis of Naples, FL, and Richard of Fort Wayne, IN. Memorial contributions can be made to Forest Lawn Presbyterian Church, the American Heart Association or a charity of choice.

O^ou can only perceive real beauty in a person as tkeyget older. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Anoul^Mnee

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Last Call DAVID G. EASON '60 LCDR David G. Eason, USN (Ret.), passed away on 19 February 2000, in Clinton Township, MI, after a fierce battle with cancer He was born in Boston, MA, on 1 June 1937. His father was a naval officer, and it prepared him for his future career in the Navy. He entered the Academy in June of 1956, witii tiie Class of 1960. While attending the Academy, Dave was well liked and respected by his Classmates. As a member of the First Company, he was very active in sports, competing four years in bowUng, fieldball and Softball. He was also a member of the boat and foreign languages clubs.

Upon graduation from the Naval Academy in 1960, his first tour of duty was on FREMONT (APA44). He was then stationed shortiy thereafter in Jacksonville, FL, and then in Pearl Harbor, HI, for the commissary stores as the seiuor assistant officerin-charge. During the increasing intensity of the Vietnam War, Commander Eason served two duties there. One tour on MERRICK ( A K A - 9 7 ) and the other tour on WILLIAM V. PRATT, ( D L G - 1 3 ) as sup-

ply officer between 1967 and 1972.

In 1973, Commander Eason took assignment at TACOM as contract administrator and then to D C A S in Dettoit, MI, as assistant chief quality assurance admiiusttator While stationed in Michigan, LCDR Eason became an avid boatsman and snowmobiler He spent many weekends out on Lake St. Clair fishing and swimming.

In 1976, he married his wife, Barbara, and in 1978, they ttansferred toNorfolk, VA, where he was staff supply/fiscal officer at CinCLant. He retired in 1980, just before the birth of his daughter, Stephanie.

During his 20 years in the Navy, Commander Eason received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietoam Service Medal, Vietnam Caunpaign Ribbon, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal and the Joint Service Commendation Medal.

Once Commander Eason retired from active duty, he moved his family to the Washington, D.C, area, staying only a short time and then moving back to Detroit, Ml. He took a position at Williams International, and then went to work for General Dynamics, when he decided to retire (again) to enjoy the days golfing (weather permitting). He joined a golf league at Selfridge ANG Base and spent much of his free time golfing and volunteering at his daughter's gymnastics center David is survived by bis wife of 23 years, Barbara; daughter, Stephanie; son, David (and his wife, Shirley); and granddaughter, Bradleigh.

Barbara Eason

JOHN PETER TELLER '62 LCDR John Peter Teller, USNR (Ret.), died of heart disease on 8 March 1998, in Bethesda, MD, after a group of his Classmates, (Stew Lingley, Howie Pinsky, Hal Koenig and Bob Deputy) arranged to have him transferred to Bethesda for his final days.

He was born on 10 April 1938, in Port Jervis, NY, the son of John and Lucy Teller He graduated from Port Jervis High School in 1956 and received an appointment to the Naval Academy in 1956. However, upon moving to Montague, NJ, in May 1956, his appointment was taken from him. He attended Orange County Community College that year and went on to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute the following September when he again received an appointment to the Naval Academy in 1958 and graduated with the Class of '62. While at the Naval Academy, Jack made many lifelong friends. He was known to all as "Smiling Jack" for his legendary smile.

After graduation. Jack graduated from Sub School in New London, and served on CORPORAL and SEA OWL, where he again made many more lifelong friends.

In 1968, Jack retired from active duty and went back to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he received his master's degree and upon graduation, retumed to the Naval Reserve. While in the Naval Reserve, he managed the Duncan Hines division of Proctor & Gamble in New York City, went on to the New York Stock Exchange as a senior financial analyst and New York Life Insurance as an economist.

Jack became ill in 1981 and, after open heart surgery, was forced to retire from the Naval Reserve as well as his job at New York Life. He spent his retirement at his home in Edison, NJ, and kept in touch with the many friends that he had made during and after his career in both the Navy and civilian life.

He left behind his mother, Mrs. Lucy Teller of Montague, NJ, who has since passed away in December of 1999 of a broken heart. He was further survived by his sister, Helen Ryerson of Highland FaUs, NY; and his many friends and neighbors, especially Joe McGonigal and Ben Swartz, whose assistance during his many illnesses was greatly appreciated.

A mass of Christian burial was celebrated at St. James the Greater Roman Catholic Church in Montague, NJ, and interment was in Mr Teller's private mausoleum in St. Mary's Cemetery in Port Jervis, NY. Memorial donations may be made to the U. S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, Class of '62.

JACKSON GEOFFREY KIMBALL '71 Jackson "Geoff" Kimball died suddenly at his home in Middletown, OH, on 15 November 1999.

Geoff went Navy air upon graduation from the Naval Academy in 1971, and after six years in the fleet, landed at Bethesda National Naval Medical Center for his first heart bypass operation. He was a fighter and, after his discharge from the Navy on 31 July 1978, fought back to become a successful marathon ranner and sports person. Ten years later, Geoff graced our TV screens and the national magazine scene running up a beach as the national spokesperson for Bufferin.

Geoff was an ordained Methodist minister and assisted at three different churches in Ohio, spiritually touching many lives. After his second heart bypass operation, Geoff continued to ran marathons and participate in canoeing, follow sports car racing and other physically demanding outdoor activities. He traveled the country giving health clinics and inspirational seminars. On the home front, Geoff dabbled in local politics and was elected as town commissioner, where he was given credit for the successful redevelopment of downtown Middletown, OH. After his third bypass operation, Geoff tried, but never recovered to the physical level he had been used to. After 17 heart bypasses in all, Geoff passed on.

His wife, Julie; mother, Dorothy (one of the first American military women aviators); and two brothers, Brace and Martin (also a Naval officer) survive him.

His Classmate, Jack Balcom, attended the funeral and memorial service in Lebanon, OH. The eulogy, delivered by Geoff's mentor in the Methodist church, described how Geoff had spiritually touched hundreds of lives and how he had always pushed for more renovation within his ministry. Geoff, in life, as he was at Navy, was never satisfied with his own performance and always strove for a higher level. He was always candidly honest and said exactly what was on his mind.

Geoff's ashes were buried next to his father in the town cemetery in Lebanon, OH, where people remembered him as an Eagle Scout, High School Scholar and 32nd degree Mason of the Scottish Rite.

Memorabilia saved in his "Navy shrine" best represents Geoff's love for his time at Navy. His roommate, Jack Balcom, was very pleased when Geoff's brother asked him to keep a piece of the goal post from the 1970 Army-Navy football game, which Navy bju-ely won. Geoff had handwritten the score on it.

Geoff will be remembered best by bis Class for his part in their twenty-fifth reunion banquet when, after a long and serious preamble, he finished his benediction by asking for the Lord's strength and blessing in beating Army, sending his Classmates and honored guest, VADM James Calvert '43, into roaring laughter Remembering Geoff as a dear roommate and friend, he will be traly missed by his roommates Jack Balcom and Vince Zabala, his First Company Classmates and the Class of 1971.

Jack Balcom '71

Sfdps that pass in the night, andspeal<ito each other in passing, only a signalshoum, and a distant voice in the dar/qiess; So on the ocean ofCife, we pass andspea/^to one another, only a Ibo^anda voice, then darlqiess again and a silence. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;iHenry Wadsworth Longfellow Shipmate, July-August 2000

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CALL TOLL FREE NEWPORT, R.I. (401) 683-4900 800-343-7930 CENTURY 21 TREND REALTY DUNCAN N. INGRAHAM '66

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