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The First 100 Days...

' By George Georg( P. Watt Jr. 73

am writing this as I approach my first 100 days as President and CEO ofthe U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and President of the United States Naval Academy Foundation. My first reflection is that of time.

Has it really been 100 days since I came back here? And, as I observe our new Plebes (Class of '04) parading, sailing, singing, praying in Chapel and attending orientation classes, I also wonder, could it have been 31 years ago that I finished my first summer at USNA? The time does seem to fly by.

Much has happened in these first 100 days and I can assure you there is much more to come. And, speaking of time (and tides and meal formations), it waits on no one. Please indulge me as I take some of your time and share with you my insights of the past few months, as well as some of my vision for the future.

I came into this job, like most new jobs I have had over the years in and out of the Navy, not knowing precisely what to expect, but having a good sense that much was expected of me. I have described myself to our boards and to our staffs as a mission-centric, purposeful person. I like clarity. I like seeing a team pulling on the oars together. To assist with providing clarity to the staffs and our entire team (USNA, alumni, parents and friends) I have tried to come up with a few, very specific themes.

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SYNERGY The simplest definition of the concept of synergy is that one plus one equals three. Imagine the potential result of a working synergy among the Alunmi Association, the United States Naval Academy Foundation and the USNA staff. Throw into that equation the active involvement and participation of our more than 60,000 alumni, friends and parents and there is no challenge that couldn't be met. Finally, imagine the potential benefit to the Brigade of Midshipmen and our alma mater.

Synergy.. .what a great word, and it can work. And although what I've just described may be "intuitively obvious to the casual observer," it is not obvious to all of our constituents. Frankly, we have not done a good job of providing clarity on what we are about. Over the last year now, you've read and heard about "the merger," aka "the amalgamation" and we have genuinely confused and concerned many of you. I apologize to those of you who have been part of the process and/or those of you who are already on board. But it is good to occasionally review the bidding to ensure we complete the contract.

Briefly, the old "Naval Academy Foundation," which resides on Maryland Avenue and is responsible for sports and scholarship programs, was merged in with the old "Endowment Trust." On December 31, 1999, this new organization was separately incorporated as the United States Naval Academy Foundation, Inc. with its own board of directors. At the same time, all of the development/fundraising resources that formerly resided with the Alumni Association were moved to the new organization. The reasoning for this was simple and makes complete sense: get the fundraising organizations under one roof, for the purposes of clarity. Today, within the Naval Acad-

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emy "structure" (Alumni Association, USNA Foundation, NAAA, USNA) there is now no doubt who raises money for the Naval Academy: the United States Naval Academy Foundation. This enables the Alumni Association to focus on an equally important area that I like to call advocacy, or if you prefer, "friendraising." As President and CEO of the Alumni Association and President of the Foundation, I can assure our stakeholdersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;which includes the Superintendent and all of youâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that we will work together in the most efficient and effective manner to support our alma mater. In the next few years, I see the Alumni Association and the Foundation working hand in glove to support the Academy with their unique and collective capabilities.

While the Association's focus will always be more friendraising than the Foundation's ^nrfrawi'ng, these two organizations will complement each other and ensure their respective objectives are met: to support the Brigade of Midshipmen and the Naval Academy through alumni, parents and friends.

THE BRIGADE That brings me to a second theme: supporting the Brigade of Midshipmen. Since 1962, this has been at the center ofthe mission statement of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association. It is the primary mission of the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation. The Brigade is the best and most attractive advertisement for the Naval Academy.

In their own way, these 4,000 young men and women are advocates of the Naval Academy through their constant presence. We cannot ignore them, nor should we take their involvement with the Alumni Association or the USNA Foundation for granted. In fact, the more the Brigade understands our role, the more support they will provide in the years after graduation. Our capture rate for Life Membership in recent graduating classes exceeds 98%. They want to be involved and want to stay involved, and we must work harder to make them feel welcomed as alumni. By the time you read this, I will have talked to the Firsties and Second Class, courtesy of the Commandant, Rear Admiral Sam Locklear, '77. Equally important to what I say to the two senior classes is the point that the Alumni Association is being given time, one ofthe Brigade's most precious resources, in front of these midshipmen as they return for ac year. They have made a conscious commitment to the Naval Academy, the naval service, and the country. We are looking very closely at what we can do to honor that commitment, and continue to provide financial and moral support to them. If we succeed, then USNA AA will not be just another acronym they tend to forget until their 25th reunion.

FRIENDRAISING We are all excited about the proactive role of advocacy among the Alumni Association and all of our members. In July we conducted a "friendraising cruise" on board YORKTOWN ( C G - 4 8 ) from Baltimore to Annapolis. With special thanks to the skipper. Commander Jeff Johnstone '80, this was teamwork and synergy at its finest. Our two staffs worked a very complex evolution in a professional manner alongside the USNA staff and YORKTOWN'S wardroom (17 of her 33 officers were USNA grads!). Our guests included a combination of some seventy business leaders, USNA candidates, media, parents, high school educators and local government leaders who were simply amazed by what makes a modem U.S. Navy ship of the line operate. We plan on doing many more of these friendraising events in the

The two Flashnet messages we sent in July (letters from Vice Admiral Ryan and Admiral Smith) elicited over 500 responses. Due to volume and in deference to expediency, generic acknowledgements were sent to those of you who sent something in. Rest assured however, the Superintendent and the Chairman reviewed all of your responses, because your opinion is important to both of them. My point in sharing this with you is not to boast about our USNA-USNA AA team, although there is some of that, but to reinforce the communication priority established by my predecessors. You have heard many of us describe Ron Marryott as the "wired CEO." He built an electronic capability that allows us to reach you online, in minutes. Our Web site, www.usna.com, is now updated daily. We attempt to augment the site with pictures of real time events, meant to help keep you abreast of what's going on in the Yard, at the Foundation, and at the Association. In the early years of the 19th century, Wellington sent carrier pigeons to Whitehall to keep his stakeholders informed.

In the early years of the 21st century, we have the Internet. With all of its challenges, and with some of its frustrations, I still wonder how would we communicate without it?

Another important communications tool is Shipmate. In this issue, we continue with last month's theme of Developing Leaders of (jreat Character...Leaders for the Nation, and do so by highlighting the courage of our alumni in warâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;specifically as prisoners of warâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and the value that "The Ring" has. As you travel from the decks of the HOUSTON in the Java Sea, to a boat of refugees in the South China Sea, consider that our institution has, throughout its history, produced, and continues to produce, these leaders of great character.

George Watt and Commander Jeffrey Johnstone '80, commanding officer of YORKTOWN (CG-48), exchanged plaques and gifts after hosting the four-hour cruise on July 14, 2000 from Baltimore to Annapolis. future. What better venue to inform and sell the public on the REAL Navy and the contribution to its leadership of our USNA. Friendraising.. .it too is here to stay. We need the support of chapters, parents clubs. Navy League, Blue & Gold Officers and every grad.

Without friends, there will be no funds.

COMMUNICATIONS I am pleased to report to you that during these past 100 days, I have seen a close and healthy working relationship between the staffs of the Alumni Association and the Superintendent. We have demonstrated to the Supe, the USNA PAO and the USNA senior staff, the advantage of alumni advocacy and the raw horsepower capability in "spreading the word." The Superintendent has an incredible interest in keeping our alumni, parents and friends informed. Our ability to do this quickly has reinforced the Alumni Association's value-added element to the Superintendent.

MISSION Our mission, in the broadest terms, is to serve and support the country, the Navy, and the Naval Academy. Our focus is the Brigade of Midshipmen and the Naval Academy. How are we going to stay on course? By focusing on four very clear themes, or channel markers: Synergy; the Brigade; Friendraising; and, finally Communications . . . C o m m u n i c a t i o n s . . . C o m m u n i c a t i o n s . These, then, are my priorities.. .And I've only scratched the surface on the first 100 days.

I look forward to telling you more about our progress at both the Alumni Association and the USNA Foundation as I see you in your chapters, yoiu' business offices and at upcoming Naval Academy functions. One thing about USNA alumni, we are passionate. In fact, if the subject has anything to do with the Naval Academy we are not only passionate, but quick to express our views. If I weren't passionate about USNA and about its future, I wouldn't have come here. On behalf of the combined staffs, the Superintendent and especially OUR Brigade of Midshipmen, thanks for all you do. Let me know what we need to do to keep you better informed and involved. Go Navy! A

N E W LIFE MEMBER BENEFIT A N N O U N C E D Effective immediately widows of Life Members and spouses of Life Members will be able to use the Naval Academy Store by showing the Life Member's gold membership card (in the case of our widows, their personal Life Membership gold card) at the checkout counter. A second piece of identification, such as a driver's license, may be requested. There is no longer a requirement for spouses of Life Members to be accompanied by the Life Member when using the Naval Academy Store. As a matter of information, gold membership cards will be mailed to the widows of Life Members in September^ Shipmate, September 2000

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Superintendent's Call

By Vice Admiral John Ryan '67, U.S. Navy

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hen speaking to Alumni, parents groups, and friends of the Naval Academy, I am often asked how I consistently remain so positive and upbeat. The reason is simple: I have the pleasure of watching the Brigade perform splendidly each day. Some members of the press are only too willing to write extensively about the tragic actions of a very few. These articles don't define this institution and never have. These events are always disappointing, but as our supporters who know this institution so well, I ask you not to let a few news accounts define the Academy.

Over 4,000 Naval Academy midshipmen work and train to the very best of their abilities every single day, and I cannot help but be inspired by their enthusiasm, their aspirations and their dedication. For instance, this past summer, midshipmen embarked on fleet cruises around the world, and were underway on YPs and Navy 44-foot sloops up and down the Atlantic Coast. We received favorable reports from every area of the globe on their performance and service ethic.

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hortly after Induction Day, I had the pleasure of speaking to the entire Plebe class.

I told them the Naval Academy is not Camelot—not perfect. They will find that nearly all midshipmen almost feel compelled to complain about their present lot, but they will be hard pressed in future years to find a graduate who is not intensely proud of their Annapolis experience. The Academy is not easy, it's extremely demanding. For those who come here seeking opportunity, and who want to be challenged morally, mentally and physically, and who want to stretch for excellence, they came to the right school.

The commandant, academic dean, dean of admissions and I are all extremely excited about this class. The commandant tells me they are demonstrating superb levels of enthusiasm, professionalism, and physical fit-

ness. He is also confident that they have what it takes to inherit our traditions of honor, courage and commitment; and to lead our Navy and Marine Corps well into the 21st century.

As an aside, I am proud to announce that the Commandant of Midshipmen, Sam Locklear, was promoted to rear admiral by the vice chief of naval operations at a ceremony in Memorial Hall on 14 July. Diane and I could not be happier to have him and his talented wife, Pam, on board as part of the Naval Academy leadership team.

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would like to briefly highlight next month's Homecoming weekend festivities. In addition to the important class reunions, our celebration in the Yard will be focused on honoring the Alumni Association's Distinguished Graduate Awardees for 2000. The five awardees, who have distinguished themselves in support of the Navy and the Naval Academy, and provided a lifetime of significant public service to our nation are: Mr. Roger Staubach Major General William A. Anders, USAFR (Retired) Admiral James L Hollov^ay 111, USN (Retired) i^Fce Admiral William P.Lawrence, USN (Retired) Dr.John J. McMullen We have planned a full schedule for the weekend beginning on the afternoon of Friday, 20 October, when our distinguished graduates will join the class presidents as reviewers of the formal parade on Worden Field. On Saturday, 21 October they will be honored at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium during the game versus Rutgers, and then later at a formal dinner in Memorial Hall.

These five gentlemen are impeccable role models for our midshipmen to emulate, and it is most fitting that we honor them publicly before both their fellow Alumni and the entire Brigade of Midshipmen.

In closing, I would like to emphasize that we are extremely proud of the Brigade and hope our Alumni share in that pride. As always, you are encouraged to visit the Yard, visit our classrooms, and see for yourself that our four-year immersion program continues to produce for this nation leaders of character, competence, vision, and drive.

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'04 PROFILE The following profile lists highligiits of

this exceptional class: MILITARY EXPERIENCE 108 midshipmen previously served as enlisted members ofthe Navy (80) or Marine Corps (28)

ACADEMIC • Average SAT scores of 1305 (637 verbal/ 668 math) • 66% ranked in the first fifth of their high school class • 27% previously attended college or post-high school preparatory programs including 177 from Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS) • 26 previously attended Nuclear Power School (four having previously attended college) • 65 attended private preparatory schools (six having previously attended college and 59 attended preparatory schools under the sponsorship ofthe U.S. NavalAcademy Foundation,Inc.) • 66 additional students have completed at least six months of study at a college or university (14 from colleges under the sponsorship of the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation, Inc.)

HONORS AND ACTIVITIES • Student body/council/government president or vice president I 1% • Class president or vice president 11% • School club president or vice president 28% • School publication staff 22% • National Honor Society 58% • Varsity athletics 88% • Varsity letter winner 82% • Dramatics, public speaking, debating 86% • Leader of musical group 11% • Eagle Scout/Gold Award 11% • Boys/Girls State or Nation 17% • Reserve Officer Training Programs 10% • Sea Cadets 2%

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By Commander Doug Denneny '84, VS. Navy \ m ^ ^ ^ I I T V ^ 1 ^ 1 ^ ^ V l » ^ * X ^ uring the course of my legislative fellowship working band was a POW, incarcerated in some dreary Soviet prison, being for Senator John McCain '58, I have had the opportu- tortured.

In 1955, because there was no evidence that any of the airmen nity to meet many prominent people with fascinating stories. One ofthe most interesting was the story told to survived the shoot-down, his status was changed to killed-in-action. me by Mary Dunham Nichols, the widow of Captain John Dunham Many years passed, and Mary could only reflect on what could have happened to her husband.

'50, USAF In 1987, Vasiliy Saiko impetuously confided in a friend about his Earlier this year, I attended a luncheon with Chris Paul '82, who is the military legislative assistant for Senator McCain. We represented experience 35 years eariier. The friend, upon examining the gold ring our boss at a Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) lun- that was the center of Vasiliy's story, offered to swap his white Volga cheon. TAPS is a non-profit organization that supports the family mem- for the ring. Saiko desperately wanted the automobile, but decided to bers of service personnel killed in the line of duty. They do an out- maintain his quest to return the ring to its rightful owner.

In 1992, during the era of Perestroika, the Russian government standing job providing counseling and support, and this year's luncheon, admitted that they had shot down the RB-29 in 1952, and that all of hosted by Bob Dole, honored supporters of the organization.

I was seated randomly next to Mrs. Nichols, who quickly spied my the crewmembers had perished. Finally, Mary knew that her husband Academy ring. She reached around her neck and retrieved a heavy had not survived and languished in prison.

In late 1993, Vasiliy and his wife, Lyuba, heard on Russian televigold chain that had an Academy ring attached to it. During the lunsion that a Joint Commission on POW-MIA Affairs was meeting in cheon, she told me her amazing story. This "ring story" was first writMoscow and asked Russians that had any information on American ten in Reader's Digest in February 1996, but it is a story worth repeating—a story that reaffirms the kindness of military POWs or MIAs to relay this information to the commission. Lyuba convinced her husband that it was time to come forward, tell his story, brothers-in-arms during the height of the Cold War. and present the ring.

Vasiliy decided against turning over the ring to members of his Mary had known John "Chute" Dunham since they were 17. They were married at the Chapel on graduation day in 1950. He was com- own government. He would only give the ring to an American. He missioned in the Air Force and trained as an aerial reconnaissance decided he would make the long journey on the train to Moscow in navigator. After training. Chute was assigned to the 91st Strategic order to meet the Americans. Lyuba stitched the ring into a secret Reconnaissance Squadron that deployed to Yokota AFB, Japan. Mary pocket in his trousers. said good-bye to him in May of 1952—pregnant with theirfirstchild— When he arrived at the Joint Commission in Moscow, the Russian never to see him again. members were ecstatic about his recollection of the events of that On 7 October 1952, two Soviet fighters shot down Chute and seven night over 40 years earlier, and that he knew for certain the name of other airmen in their RB-29. Their ostensible mission had been to one of the Americans that was killed in the shoot-down. An hour photo-map the coast of Japan. Their actual mission was to attempt to later, he was taken to the Joint Commission, where he recounted the pin-point the location of Soviet radar sites, in case the Cold War be- story to the Americans. As he relayed the story of pulling the dead came a hot war. The shoot-down made the headlines across America aviator out of the ocean, he fumbled with the stitches in his pocket and around the world. and pulled out the ring.

A 22 year-old sergeant in the Soviet Maritime Border Guards, The astonished American delegation examined the ring, read the Vasiliy Saiko, watched the RB-29 explode that afternoon as it crashed engraving and pronounced the significance of this piece of jewelry. into international waters. He was ordered, along with two other sailOn 7 December 1993, a Pentagon official called Mary Dunham ors, to take a patrol boat out to the site and recover the wreckage. The Nichols with the amazing news. She, and her daughter, Suzanne— men spied a partially submerged parachute, and upon pulling it into who never met her father—were overcome with joy. Mary and their boat, recovered First Lieutenant Dunham. His face and the top Suzanne were now determined to locate Chute's remains so that he of his head had been sheared off during the crash. The patrol boat could be buried in the United States, and to somehow thank Vasiliy motored to the shore of Yuri Island where Chute's body was laid on and Lyuba. the beach and covered with a tarp.

Because of Vasiliy Saiko's recollection. Chute's remains were loVasiliy was instructed to guard the body until orders from Stalin cated and returned to the United States for DNA testing andfinalburial told them what to do. During a moment when he was left alone with in Arlington Cemetery. The Saiko's attended, traveling to the United the American, he lifted the tarp covering his body in order to find States for a week-long visit arsome form of identification. He immediately spied Chute's Academy ranged by Mary's friends and ring. Realizing that this ring would soon find itself in the pocket of family members. A lone B-52 some corrupt Soviet official, he quickly removed the ring and vowed flew over Ariington Cemetery in to himself that someday he would return the ring to its rightful own- honor of Chute's service and sacers—the family of this deceased airman. rifice. Mary wears theringaround Mary Dunham had been told by the U.S. Air Force after the shoot- her neck to this day, finally down that Chute was in an MIA status and that "the accident appar- "home" after all of these years. ently occurred at a point where survivors could have been rescued by foreign personnel and removed from the area." She pondered her Commander Denneny is a legislative aid to Senator John McCain '58. L to r: Doug Denneny, Bob Dole and husband's fate, and thought that there was a slim chance that her husJ»lary Dunham Nichols

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The Long Journey Home -Fron Weilersringreturns to Annapolis by lack Weiler Mintzer

uring the Battle ofthe I Java Sea, HOUSTON, the jflagship of the U.S. Asiatic Fleet, was sunk by a large Japanese force as she approached the Sunda Strait.

On that fateful day, 1 March 1942, the crew of HOUSTON consisted of 1,162 crewmembers. About twothirds, 792, were killed in action or missing in action. The 370 survivors were taken prisoner by the Japanese. Of these, 77 died in captivity and 293 would eventually return home. Lieutenant (junior grade) Francis Weiler' 39 was one of the unlucky ones.

When HOUSTON went down, a badly wounded Fran made it to shore. He was admitted to the hospital in Pandeglang, Java, on 15 March. Knowing that he did not have long to live, he gave his Naval Academy ring to a Dutch nurse in the hope that she could contact a U.S. naval officer and give it to him. She gave it to a Dutch doctor, and he, either willingly, or otherwise, gave it to a Japanese officer. Sadly, Lieutenant Weiler died of his wounds on 26 March 1942. His gravesite is unknown.

In early November 1942, Gordon Gayle '39, then a Marine captain, was involved in a firefight on Guadalcanal. Four Marine stretcher-bearers paused nearby and one of the Marines, knowing that Captain Gayle was an Academy graduate, handed him a ring that had been taken off the hand of a dead Japanese soldier up on the lines. Captain Gayle promptly put the ring in his pocket and did not look at it until there was a break in the action. When he did examine it, he was surprised to see that it belonged to a classmate. He remembered Francis Weiler as being chairman of the class ring committee.

In the eight months since HOUSTON sank. Lieutenant Weiler's ring traveled more than 3,000 miles from Pandeglang, Java, to Guadalcanal. Its journey was not yet over.

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Captain Gayle intended to return the ring to Lieutenant Weiler's family, but felt that his chances of survival were marginal, so he decided to send the ring through official channels. He gave the ring to a fellow officer in his command post. This officer, Captain Swisher, from artillery, was about to return to his unit back in Henderson Field. Gayle asked Swisher to give the ring to the division quartermaster, the usual staff agency to return such items to the United States.

Captain Swisher never made it back to his unit at Henderson Field. The 164th U.S. Army Infantry Regiment was nearby and desperately needed forward observers, so Swisher's orders were changed. Tragically, he took a direct hit from a mortar and died an hour later.

It is believed that upon learning of his change of orders.

Captain Swisher gave the ring to a Private Charles Stimmel, a radio specialist HQ CO, of the 164th. Again tragedy struck.

Private Stimmel was mortally wounded by shell fragments on 23 November 1942 and died within the hour. His best friend was with him when he was hit and Stimmel asked the friend to get his personal effects back to his family in North Dakota. Among the personal effects was Lieutenant Weiler's class ring.

Private Stimmel's father wrote to Dr. George Weiler, Francis Weiler's father, on 1 March 1943, a year to the day that HOUSTON went down, explaining how he came into possession of Fran's ring. The ring was then personally returned to George and Florence Weiler at their home in Germantown, Pennsylvania, by a Marine courier.

Fran's brother. Rear Admiral James B. Weiler '31, USN (Ret.), donated the ring to the Naval Academy Alumni Association in 1961. It is currently on display in the ring collection at Alumni House. <!/

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Jack Weiler Mintzer was a first cousin of brothers, Fran Weiler '39 and Jim Weiler '31. Their visits while on leave made a great impression on Jack as a young boy. Jack and his wife, Pat, did extensivi research to ascertain the amazing journey of this class ring. In doing so, they learned a great deal about Fran Weiler from the many contacts and new friends they made during this project.

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t was a new ball game sitting in solitary confinement in a Hoa Lo "Hanoi Hilton" isolation cell. It was far different than a week previous on TICONDEROGA (CVA-14) -goofing off in the Ready Room as a newly -^;§igned lieutenant commander maintenance officer of the world famous Golden Dragons (CAW-19, VA-192). No more A-4Es, no more flight schedules, no more LSO debriefs, no more mission planning, no more manning of the spare or the ready tanker, no more mail call. It all came to an abrupt halt on 5 January 1967 when I ate my own 2.75 folding fin aircraft rockets on a weather reconnaissance hop.

I was now a tortured, beaten, starving hulk designated as the "Blackest of Criminals" in the Democratic Republic of Vietnam and an official "Yankee Air Pirate" (eligible to be hung from the yardarm, having been caught in the act of piracy). I was alone, separated from all my shipmates.

I did not know whom to trust, what the rules of my new mess happened to be, or what was expected of me in this new and strange form of warfare I was about to embark upon. The walls had more banging and knocking than the whole hull ofthe venerable 27C that had been my previous home. There was a rhythm and a pattern to the noise that had all the class of a wall full of woodpeckers. I remembered enough Morse code to recognize that what I was hearing was not Morse code; but it sure wasn't the ghosts of French Foreign Legionnaires having a happy hour. This isolation wing ofthe prison had a limited number of cells. Once a day you would put your honey bucket out and your morning soup bowl. One of the cells would open up and those prisoners would gather up the geeir and proceed to a cell at the end of the passageway that had some running water piped into it. These guys would do the dishes, buckets and their armpits taking their sweet old time, making a hell of a racket and yacking away at each other to beat the band. But wait a minute, they were not talking to each other, they were talking to the rest of us as if they were talking to each other.

Each cell had a high barred window open to the air. If you stood on your cement slab pad you could pick up what they were saying.

"If you read me, cough once for yes; twice for no." Cough. "Are you Air Force?" Cough. Cough. "Are you Navy?" Cough. "Are you an 0-5?" Cough. Cough. "Are you an 0-4?" Cough. "Oh s h _ , another lieutenant commander!" "Do you know who won the ArmyNavy game?" Cough. Cough. "Oh hell, a dumb lieutenant commander at that!"

"Jim Stockdale and Robbie Risner are the SROs (Senior Ranking Officers). Their rules are: communicate at all costs; when they get around to torturing you, hold out as long as you can, bounce back and make them do it all over again; don't despair when they break you, they have broken all of us; pray." Cough. "Two Thais are next to you and have been trying to communicate with you. They are using the tap code; it is a box; the first letters are: American Football League Quits Victorious. Communicate. My name is Galanti—Paul Galanti."

BANG. The universal danger signal, as I found out later. They were hauled out of the cell block, tortured and I did not see Paul for three years.

The rules of the new ball game were quite simple. To lead was to be tortured. To communicate with a fellow prisoner was a de facto

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sign of leadership resulting in torture. To fail to bow was to be beaten and tortured. To fail to do exactly what you were told and when you were told was to be tortured. Medical attention was reserved to those who might have some propaganda value and then only in respect to the parts of you that showed. Food and water were rationed out only to the extent to keep you alive, but in a weakened condition. Lenient and humane treatment were defined as permitting you to live. You were being held as a hostage and as a propaganda tool; otherwise you had no value. You were a slave to communist ideology.

Their rank questions made sense—find the SRO. But the ArmyNavy game! Doesn't that beat all! The pampered nephews of Uncle Sam! The Boat School Boys are forever with me! I really don't know if that is a curse or a blessing. Although I must admit that it took a set of cajones for Paul to get the rules of the road and the tap code to me.

I had met Stockdale at Stanford University where I was his numerical relief in the international relations program. He was a Boat School boy, but I must admit, having already been tortured, that his rules of the road were a Godsend to my resistance posture.

You see, I started out in this man's Navy as a naval aviation cadet, having been first a private in the Massachusetts National Guard. I knew what it was to be an enlisted man as my father and brother had been before me. I did not take it to be a sign of second class status— it was just different. I was a NavCad for the purpose of being a naval aviator, not of being an officer; if you had to be an officer to fly from carriers then so be it, no big deal. But these officers were something else! Here's how the myth built up in my mind. Recognize, that as far as I was concerned initially, all officers were Boat School BoyS. NavCads ran out to the obstacle course; officers rode out and back in a cattle car. NavCads formed up for church call on Sunday while the officers drove by, shooting us the Hawaiian peace sign, to pick off all the best looking girls at Pensacola Beach. The officers got to go to the O'Club and watch pretty girls at the pool and drink Bloody Marys; the NavCads got to go across the street to the ACRAC (Aviation Cadet Recreation and Athletic Club)—a primitive but welcome beer hall. NavCads got to wash aircraft while the officers lounged around. NavCads got to man fire bottles while the officers started their engines. NavCads took the leftovers while the officers got the prime flight times and first shots at available aircraft. Not complaining mind you; just a fact of life registering more because they were no better or no worse an aviator than you were.

As a plow-back instructor in advanced training, I started to sort out the Boat School Boys. They hung in there together. They were adventuresome, but over-confident. But they were, as a rule, unprepared for hops, careless about academics, and cavalier about performing for grades.

As a plankowner in a new fleet attack squadron forming up, it became obvious to me that the leadership put the Boat School Boys in desirable positions of trust. In the wardroom, their napkin numbers kept them together at the formal sittings. They tended to pull liberty together. They had contacts ashore and afloat that enabled them to get things done and take care of their troops in a manner I could only aspire to. They got the recommendations to Test Pilot School and nifty postgraduate programs.

Sound green eyed with envy? Jealous? Left out? Angry? It may sound like it, but it is not so. They were different and I was different.

Someday they would be in command and in the flag mess. If the

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Navy kept faith with me I'd fly my butt off and aspire to have a blinked out "torture" in Morse code. A BSB is on the cover of Life shot at commander and maybe even get my own squadron. We magazine showing an inverted Hawaiian peace sign {Life airbrushed the fingers out lest their customers be scandalized). A BSB, seriously were different.

And how different the Boat School Boys were! During the six years injured and on a stretcher, refused the offer of an early release at a I spent in prison, I had the good fortune to be in the middle of the time when our own internal policy for release would have let him go internal prisoner communication nets that the Viet Cong (VC) never with honor. The stories ofthe sons of Mother Bancroft go on and on. could eliminate. I watched good SROs stand up and be counted, only But BSBs were lifesavers through unflinching leadership and inspito be cut down like firewood. I saw their replacements come and go. ration through example to me. I came out of the prison experience I assisted in building up new communication nets when old ones were vowing to become a part of the BSB system, which was certainly a compromised. I got a good feel for those of my shipmates—the vast change from all of my earlier NavCad and junior officer carping. majority of who were sterling, outstanding warriors—who had that And indeed, my Navy twilight tour was within the USNA system. something extra to rally the troops, restore faith, charge the hill one The United States Naval Academy performs a unique service for more time, and be there when you needed them. the country that other institutions, like my Georgetown and Stanford, What we as survivors all had in common was neighborhood, church, never could or should perform. The Naval Academy is in the busischool, friends, and family that made us the people we are today. Our ness of forming from the raw material of society, a group of leaders education and training only built upon, refined, and honed what al- of men and women. It produces a class of warriors, a cadre of men ready was there. However, it did not take me long in Hanoi to dis- and women who are willing to sacrifice their treasure, their bodies, and their very lives for the Constitution, and for the citizens of the cover that the BSB (Boat School Boys) were in a class all by United States of America. The Naval Academy recreates the themselves. Indeed my first life saving contact was with dedication of the signers of the Declaration of Independence Paul Galanti, BSB extraordinaire. .^-who gave their all for their beliefs. The Naval Academy At great risk to life and limb, you would try to comis in the business of developing integrity, honesty, courmunicate. The purposes of communication were to age, and stamina through rigorous physical and intelformulate resistance plans, escape plans, resistance rC^^'-i-^--^ lectual conditioning. to enemy propaganda ploys, names of downed and ' •''_^ The product of the Naval Academy is not an enimprisoned Americans and their allies, set up the chain of command, estabUsh our rules ofthe road, gineer, a political scientist, a chemist, or a physicist. build morale, and basically, to screw the VC in ./ "^1"' The product is a citizen, a person formed in a heroic any way that we could think of. We had our own \d~--A ~ mold, who we hope will never have to be a hero, but war to fight and we could not figure it without '....»\ .~^^ Yvho we are confident has the fortitude to go in harm's communication. ^ way to protect the Republic. The product is a person who will do the right thing for no other reason than it The last thing you needed when you started to set is the right thing to do. The product is a person who up a communication net or pass the word was to have recognizes excellence and is willing to strive for it. The some overly educated jackass try to debate with you product is a person dedicated to caring for the enlisted the theology and philosophy of what you were trying to men and women of the U.S. Navy, those people who do most do, especially when you were tapping. Some guys wanted of the work and most of the dying in our Navy. convincing, others wanted it to be fair, still others thought it The product ofthe Naval Academy is a person who well represents was too something (dangerous, frivolous, demeaning, childish, hard, soft, etc., etc.). You don't know what a thrill it was to find that on the the nation no matter what port he enters or sea he sails upon. No other side of the wall you had a BSB. He would get it right the first other institution does this. The greatest accolade given the U.S. time around. You would get no guff. "Roger WILCO Out." Later on Naval Academy in the Vietnamese Communist prison was the statehe might come back and ask if you or the SRO knew what you were ment the camp commander. Major Bui, made to John Sidney McCain doing, or suggest a better way, or tell you frankly that he thought it III '58, when John, son of the commander-in-chief Pacific, refused an early propaganda release: "They have taught you too well, McCain! was useless. But he never passed that down the line.

They have taught you too well."

One of our acting SROs (a BSB) took it into his head that the POWs May we always continue to teach Midshipmen "too well."vL would all go on a fast to show the VC that we would not tolerate the torture and beating of prisoners. We would fast until the VC granted us the rights of POWs under the Geneva Convention. He passed the Richard A. Stratton spent six years in seminaries studying for word down the line to his emaciated, already starving, sickly troopthe Catholic priesthood. He transferred to Georgetown University ers via a net made up mostly of BSBs. We went on the fast much to and obtained a degree in history. He entered navy pilot training, the amazement of the VC who were only too glad to eat the rations discovered he liked it, and decided to make the Navy his career. themselves (since we actually were winning the war about the time Stratton was shot down over North Vietnam in January 1967. In LBJ knocked off the bombing). Meanwhile, the BSBs went back up March of '67, he was forced to attend a press briefing in Hanoi. the net to convince our stalwart but misguided leader, that the fast He pulled his "Manchurian Candidate" antics when he appeared was counterproductive and got the order rescinded. Obey—an easy drugged and robot-like and with unfocused eyes made exaggerword—but with critical implications for survival. Innovation—not ated bows to the four corners of the room. This conference foalways productive, like a fast for the starving; but better than sitting cused world attention on the treatment of POWs in Vietnam and on your duff. the mind-altering acts imposed on the POWs to secure their compliance. He retired from the Navy with the rank of captain.

All of the lessons that Mother Bancroft taught her sons, many of which did not have the approval of the Academic Committee, were Sketches by CDR Michael McGrath '62, USN (Re played out on the VC. A BSB, during a filmed propaganda session.

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George Hall *53—^Voodoo Pilot AIR FORCE "BOAT SCHOOL BOY"

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hirty-five years ago, on equately describes the mental 27 September 1965, anguish we suffered during those George Hall, captain of years (1965-1969)."

Navy's 1953 golf Treatment of prisoners team, became the sixth of what changed for the better in Septemeventually totaled 33 Naval ber of 1969. Torture stopped, Academy prisoners of war in food improved, and mail started North Vietnam. As with the Colonel George R. Hall, USAF, standing in front of an RP-101 aircraft, the arriving. They could go outside type he was flying when shot down over North Vietnam in September 1965 others, he was a military pilot. for exercise and receive playing Unlike the others, he was an Air Force pilot. cursed him in French and got angry when Hall cards and chess sets. They evenmally were After earning his wings. Hall joined the spoke back with some of his Academy crowded into cells of 50-60 prisoners, where start-up cadre at the newly opened Air Force French. The doctor sewed his tongue back on the prisoners organized classes in math, hisAcademy,flyingT-29 navigator training mis- and cleaned and bandaged a bad laceration tory, French, Spanish, German and speech sions. In 1962 he applied for a combat air- on his right arm. They then put a rope on his without any paper or writing instruments. craft and went to Shaw AFB, South Carolina, neck and pulled him through villages so When they began to hold church services the for RF-101 Voodoo photo reconnaissance people could jeer and hit him. Later that night Vietnamese promptly threw seven top ranktraining. He was assigned to Kadena AB, he underwent interrogations that he describes ing officers into solitary confinement.

Okinawa, where he spent half his time flying as "just like survival school."

In the closing days of the war, they were out of Tan San Nhut in Saigon, used as pawns as Hall and 207 others were moved to a cjunp on South Vietnam. His unit, the the Chinese border after Presi15th Tactical Reconnaissance I have not seen a book yet that adequately dent Nixon threatened to bomb Squadron, was invited by the describes the mental anguish we suffered during Hanoi with B-52s. When they South Vietnam government to those years (1965-1969). # f learned ofthe B-52 bombings of fly photo missions for future Hanoi around Christmas of 1972, operations. the prisoners cheered, knowing that It was not until two months later that Living in a villa in downtown Saigon, he the end was near. flew only in South Vietnam until May of he received further medical treatment, and Hall was amongst the first prisoners to be 1964, and then began unarmed reconnais- then only to have his bandage changed. By sance missions over the Ho Chi Minh trail in Christmas he was healed, but it took several released on 12 February 1973—seven years, Laos, looking for trucks. After an RF-101 was years before he could straighten his arm. 148 days after his capture.^ shot down by ground fire, missions were He credits the angry doctor with doing a good job on his tongue and has no trouble with flown with F-lOO or F-105 armed escorts.

Colonel George Hall, USAF, who In April 1965, his squadron moved to it today. retired in 1976, lives in his hometown Udom AB, Thailand, and missions started Hall describes the first four years as of Hattiesburg, MS, with his wife, Pat. over North Vietnam in two-ship formation for "pure hell—bad food, too little food, no outHe considers himself "one of the very safety and better target coverage. In Septem- side exercise, torture, being forced to apololucky POWs who came home to a lovely ber, Hall was shot down by ground fire while gize to the Vietnamese people for flying over family situation, with Pat waiting all those taking battle damage assessment photos of their airspace, no letters from home and unyears doing a magnificent job raising our two bridges near Hanoi. His wingman did not able to write letters, and spending the entire three children."

She, along with his parsee a chute and he was quickly declared miss- first year in solitary confinement." ents and brother, worked hard with the ing in action. It was not until 18 months later Several times he was tortured and humiliLeague of Families to make the public that his family learned he was alive and a ated for communicating with other "crimiand the two governments aware of prisoner of war. nals." He wrote his first letter at Christmas the POWs' plight, forcing a change in He was captured 30 miles south of Hanoi 1969 and he received his first letter in July of their treatment and allowing them to with serious injuries and was treated in the 1970, nearly five years after his capture. He return home with honor. field by two nurses and a doctor. The doctor states, "I have not seen a book yet that ad-

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i uring a Father's Day brunch at the Bangor Naval SubmaIrine Base near our home, a two-man ensemble played, ' among other favorites, "The Girl from Ipanema." It brought back the memories of an adventure long past...but never forgotten.

When ship assignments and ports of call were announced for our First Class Cruise in the summer of 1957, I was delighted with the prospect of visiting Rio de Janeiro. As a young man, I had lived in Brazil and now I was to return for the first time since leaving some seven years before.

I was assigned to HUNT (DD-674), an old destroyer out of Newport, Rhode Island. Our passage south was uneventful except for the calamity of losing one of our two evaporators and having to take salt water showers until we reached Rio...plus the ignominy, as First Classmen, of having to chip paint the first afternoon of our port call.

By the time we started our appointed rounds of the city, however, all unpleasant memories had been expunged and we proceeded to enjoy every minute of our stay. Given the romantic nature of Rio, it followed that I was to become enamored of a young carioca, the name given to female residents. And, as I learned shortly afterward, one of my shipmates, John Sidney McCain III '58, had become similarly afflicted.

We had not even cleared the harbor on our way home before we started plotting our return. The day we signed out on leave, we visited the State Department's passport office in Washington. Luckily, John's sister worked there and we had our passports in record time.

After a very short delay en route, we were at the MAC terminal at Charleston AFB clamoring for a couple of seats on a C-54 bound for Recife, a Brazilian city far to the north of Rio. Having done our homework, we knew that this particular aircraft was to carry a replacement engine for one of the Rio Embassy's planes, so it would be a simple matter of sitting tight until the crew had its required rest.

To say the very least, our stay in Recife was memorable on a number of counts, and it would have been pleasant to linger longer. But Rio was our real destination and our subsequent 12-day sojourn there was absolutely magnificent! So much so, we started planning our next foray on the flight homeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it would take place during Christmas leave.

Now there were a number of our classmates who thought the spell would be broken and we would call a halt to this silliness. I'm sure they would have been 16

surprised to know at the time that we met right on schedule at Charleston, hooked a ride, and were on the ground in Rio in time to celebrate New Year's eve!

A day or two later, we groggily prepared ourselves to face the music, that is, the Dark Ages. As best I can recall, we were on the tarmac at Galeno Airport on 2 January, burning up in our blue service uniforms and worrying about getting a ride back to Charleston on the Superconnie which had brought us down. We did get the ride but were still very much in jeopardy of mustering for the rest of our midshipman lives; late over leave was an unpardonable sin.

To this day, I'm not exactly clear on how that old B-25 suddenly materialized at Charleston to ferry us to Boiling AFB outside Washington. Nor do I know the exact details of how the staff car got there to take us back to the Academy.

We arrived at the main office with all of 20 minutes to spare. Noting this and fairly exuding youthful arrogance at having beaten the odds, we turned to one another and commented, loudly enough to be heard by other returning midshipmen, that had we known we had so much time left, we certainly would not have cut our Brazilian vacation short!

As graduation neared, the prediction of our classmates came to pass. Infatuation had run its course, for neither of us ever returned to Brazil for romantic reasons. But this was not the end of the tale for as I learned later, the recalling of our adventure helped John endure a terrible ordeal.

As most know, John became a Navy pilot and during the Vietnam War was shot down over Hanoi. (I'm told the statue erected by the North Vietnamese at the lake there depicts his capture.) As most also know, his indomitable courage was legendary.

Upon seeing him a few years back, I tried to express how I felt about what he had done for us; he quickly put me at ease when he said that he had been able to do what he did because we'd had "a good Plebe Year." I am very proud to be John's classmate, and to have shared our "Brazilian Odyssey."X Photos courtesy ofJim Phelan '60

Major R.H. Alexander '58 served in Viemam with the 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines at Chu Lai, and on a later tour with the 9th Marine Amphibious Brigade. He retired in 1978 and lived and worked for many years in Germany Major Alexander now lives on Washington's Olympic Peninsula where he indulges his passion for hiking.

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/''^l ^ hen the just-arrived Naval Academy Class / yf j of'04 marched past the enigmatic Tripoli /^ / / monument, the plebes did not yet know that /^ I / it is one of the nation's oldest stone monu' ^^^^ ments and honors those who began America's standing Navy.

Arriving in the United States in 1808 as ballast aboard CONSTITUTION, the marble monument on the Naval Academy's lush grounds was commissioned by Commodore David Porter. Porter raised $3,000 from shipmates in 1805 to memorialize their Mediterranean fleet brothers killed by the pirates near the shores of Tripoli.

Central characters in the Barbary Wars were the Moorish pirates who routinely seized valuable contraband from U.S. merchant ships plying waters near Algiers, Tunis and Tripoli. The sinister pirates' faces are carved in the Carrara marble of the Tripoli monument.

The situation peaked some 200 years before this year's plebes raised their hands in Tecumseh Court. And just in time for the new class, the Tripoli monument was quietly renewed with an $88,000 cleaning and repair job, funded with half U.S. Navy and half alumni money.

Alumni funding for the Tripoli cleaning included a $30,000 gift by the Bryant Committee, sponsor of the Academy's creative arts program. Another $10,000 came from the "Save the Tripoli Monument Committee," headed

by Captain Warren Johnson '47.

"We appreciate the private donations in terms of sustaining our precious historic holdings," sedd Captain Philip Dalby, The Naval Academy's director of public works. "We are burdened by a maintenance backlog throughout the Naval Academy. Academic buildings, Bancroft Hall and other mission-critical facilities compete for our limited maintenance dollars."

For the contractor, Tripoli is the chance-of-a-lifetime.

"This is a labor of love," said Joseph Sembrat, president of the Virginia firm. Conservation Solutions, Inc. After careful observation, research and planning, Sembrat's work began in May when his team climbed scaffolding to tackle the Tripoli's crumbling surfaces.

A red fungus had left scarlet melanin stains, similar to the dye in freckles, on the snow-white monument. The carved angel's wings were weak at the joints because of extensive corrosion.

Sembrat completed basic cleaning with water misting. More difficult areas were treated with bleach-like calcium chlorite. Large cracks were filled with a mixture that is softer than the actual marble and could then be finished with a dental drill.

"For small cracks, a syringe is used to inject a lime mix," Sembrat said. Lime has a composition similar to the marble itself. A small test is being done on the angel's upturned hand to see whether it is possible to use a sealant to protect the monument from the elements.

Sembrat is reluctant to use newer chemicals because long-term research has never been done on their effects.

Future improvements include improving landscaping and adding lighting and a placard explaining its history to the 1.5 million annual Naval Academy visitors, i.^

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The Naval Academy's Tripoli Monument recently was named a National Treasure. In the early 1800s, the monument was allowed to enter the United States duty free after some debate, making it the first monument ever accepted by Congress. First displayed in the Washington, D.C, Naval Yard, it withstood British vandals during the War of 1812, and was later moved to the national Capitol grounds. Called "The Naval Monument," it was the only monument on the Capitol grounds until 1860 when it was moved to the Naval Academy.

Ms. Warnken is the deputy public affairs officer at the U.S. Naval Academy.

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H A N O I CHAPTER

By Captain James P. Mehl '51, U.S. Navy (Retired)

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uring 1967, five Navy carrier pilots, all members ofthe Class of 1951, formed the '51 Hanoi Group, the largest Naval Academy class organization in the USNA Alumni Association's North Vietnam Chapter. The Alumni Association didn't officially recognize its North Vietnam Chapter, but those of us who were there vouch for its authenticity even though we didn't pay dues and have monthly luncheons with guest speakers.

Al Brady was the first to apply for membership in the '51 Hanoi Group. Al was executive officer of Attack Squadron 85 flying off KriTY HAWK on 19 January 1967 leading a flight of A-6s against a bridge complex in the north. His invitation to join the USNA Alumni Association's North Vietnam Chapter came via a surface-to-air-missile (SAM). Al was immediately accepted into the North Vietnam Chapter and became the first member of the '51 Hanoi Group.

Jim Mehl was the next on board. On Memorial Day 1967, Jim, who was exec of Attack Squadron 93, celebrated the holiday by taking a SAM hit in the belly of his A-4 while on a SAM suppression mission just south of Hanoi.

Billy Lawrence, commanding officer of Fighter Squadron 143, took off from CONSTELLATION and subsequently parachuted his way into the '51 Hanoi Group on 28 June 1967. Billy ejected from his F-4 over Nam Dinh.

Byron Fuller, CO of Attack Squadron 76, another A-4 pilot, ejected after a SAM hit on 14 July near the city of Hun Yen in Hai Hung province.

Finally, on 24 October, Chuck Gillespie left his F-4 to become the last member of the '51 Hanoi Group, with headquarters in the luxurious Hanoi Hilton.

In March 1973, after six years of our residence at the Hilton, President Richard M. Nixon sent us orders to return home. The '51 Hanoi Group and the USNA Alumni Chapter in North Vietnam were then dissolved because of a lack of alunani interest in maintaining the chapter, a failed membership drive, and no funds.

Actually, we were well prepared for our time in the slammer by our four years at the Naval Academy. The guards were similar to some of the USNA executive department officers we encountered during our four years at Navy and life was much the same. In both the Hanoi Hilton and Bancroft Hall, personal freedom was severely restricted. My thirty months of solitary confinement in Heartbreak Hotel matched the ftxistration of the month-long confinement in Bancroft Hall during First Class Summer after a failed mission to the South River Yacht Club during June Week of our Second Class Year.

At the Boat School, we all had many episodes and personal experiences with the Academy executive department that could be loosely described as cruel and unusual punishment. Hard, but fair, right?

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It's difficult, if not impossible, to remember every anniversMyOT our graduation from the Academy, but there is one I will always remember. It was our twentieth, on 1 June 1971. The five of us were in the same cellblock, but in separate cells. During the covert communication session that evening, we held a "retirement on twenty" ceremony. We had a few laughs over that. Since we had no way of forwarding our retirement papers to SecNav, (we didn't have any paper either,) we all ended up staying in the Navy when we got home.

Byron FuDer tells of the time shortly after his shoot-down that Bill Lawrence thought that he had spotted him while BiUy was looking out a peephole in a cell block called Thimderbird in Las Vegas.

Bill, wanting to confirm his sighting, waited every day on a top bunk, staring out of that peephole. Finally, he spotted Byron and knew for sure that he too had been bagged. Unfortunately, at the same time, a guard discovered Billy and put him in leg irons for two weeks for spying on prison camp activities.

In Stardust, another quaint name for one of the cell blocks in Vegas, at Christmas of 1969 most POWs had received a package from home. Byron didn't get one and Al Brady, who did, tried to slip a peppermint drop to him under the cell door. Al was caught and spent the next week sitting on a low stool. The guards kept h i i ^ awake the entire time.

J Byron now says, classmate or no classmate, anyone in his right mind would have to think twice about helping him out. Of the five '51ers in jail together, Byron says he got two of them in big trouble.

We still speak to him though. If you have to go to jail, it's nice to have such great conmates. ^ Many of the POWs whom I see often remark about the inspira^ tion they receivedfiromBilly Lawrence's leadership and organizational skill while we were in Hanoi. He did a wonderful job there, just as he has always done wherever he has been. Sorry Billy, but I've forgotten those great Plums (inside joke) you put together, but we don't need them anymore, do we?

We made Chuck Gillespie, who was later killed in a plane crash in California, the Fourth Allied POW Wing's honorary chaplain.

Chuck inspired us with histt-emendouseffort to instill spiritual values in us all and to organize church services throughout the camp.

He was a great patriot, a brave pilot and a devout Christian. Chuck, we miss you greatly.

For the rest of the Hanoi Five, all's well that ends well. Al got his sailboat. Bill and By for their stars, and I have a nice, but sedentary, life in Alexandria, VA. I hardly ever think about Rat Face or Jane Fonda anymore. m Take care, and as we used to sign off in the slammer after our covert comm sessions, GBU and watch your six. A

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By Lieutenant George S. Capen '89, U.S. Navy

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at Camp Smith, Hawaii, this past June formally accepted the findings of the working group delegation's efforts and chartered the course for the next set of meetings scheduled to begin in China this fall. During the next set of working group meetings, the delegations will evaluate specific details of the Captain George GaldoriM '70, leti ol ccjUcr in the back row, has been ways and means that vessels within the delegation leader of the MMCA and author of this column since sight of one another will communicate. , ,. ,^, , . ,. , .

1995. RADM (sel) Jim Stavridis'76, front row left, wrote this The consultation principles agreed to he himself has played nothing short of a , g i „ ^ „ ^^-^^ ^^ Captain Galdorisi and also hosted the two delegaat the June meeting provide testimony s p e c t a c u l a r and vital role in the real tions of the MMCA for communications demonstrations on STETHEM to the magnitude of the event: the Navy. His p i n n a c l e tour included many while serving as the commodore of DesRon 21 in San Diego, MMCA is considered a subset of the operational highlights that this column total bilateral efforts of the two councaptured using the names of others. His tries, it shall be conducted on the basis service as the chief of staff for Cruiser of mutual respect of its delegations, Destroyer Group Three carried him on common ground should be sought a deployment that included some of the while preserving differences, the emmost complex missions in support of phasis shall be on professional dianational tasking since Operation Desert logues and consultations, and the Storm. His service to three admirals durMMCA shall be a long-term effort. ing that tenure provided a large measure Other alumni have played an inteof consistent leadership to thousands of gral part in these meetings. Commander sailors and scores of aircraft and ships.

Tim Smith '83 is the lead officer apAs this column transfers to another aupointed to the group from the thor, it is fitting that we recognize the CinCPacFlt staff that serves as the exman behind the curtain for the last sev' ^ ' ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ' ecutive agent for the ongoing MMCA eral years. Fortunately, my service dur- ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ~ ~ ' process. On the other side of the Pacific, Commander Brad Murphy ing these years included many opportunities to watch him in ac'83, serves in the American Embassy in Beijing. At Camp Smith, Major tion and I will attempt to report a small measure of his successes General Michael Hagee '68 presided over the annual meeting, referred as an example. to as the Plenary Session, and signed the final proceedings alongside Perhaps the most important legacy he will leave to the Navy and Rear Admiral Wang Yucheng of the People's Liberation Army (Navy) the nation came from his leadership in the Military Maritime Consulfrom the Headquarters Staff in Beijing. Many alumni have assisted in tative Agreement (MMCA) meetings with Chinese military countervarious ways throughout the first meetings of the MMCA, but among parts. Since 1998, Captain Galdorisi has been the head of the U.S. those that participated in the founding exchanges were Captain Bmce delegation of the MMCA taking a joint team of experts in maritime Lemkin '71 and Commander Michael Durkin '80. matters through four meetings, two in the United States and two in Many fine naval officers serve with distinction and honor. Captain China. As the first leader of this important and ongoing military exGaldorisi would not want his efforts to be singularly recognized in change, the MMCA is viewed as the high water mark in bilateral milthis column.

So, it is fitting to recognize him as a representative of all mil efforts with China. After suspending all relations last May bethose that have served and bid farewell to the life at sea. The best that cause of the U.S. bombing of the Chinese Embassy in Belgrade, the we may hope to achieve is to remember their efforts by keeping a first major dialogue resumed by the Chinese was that of the MMCA. firm grasp on the rudder of their legacy and steering a course into the Through Captain Galdorisi's leadership of four meetings, he guided future that they have tried to prepare us for. For all who have gone the process facilitating many frank and significant discussions. A before, we recognize and thank you. And for the work of Captain published expert himself on the law of the sea, his understanding of George Galdorisi, here in this column, in the MMCA and in the Fleet, the issues and steadfast commitment to improving operator-level ensir, you have left an indelible mark on the Navy and provided a sucounters between the navies produced significant steps in that direcperb accounting of yet another USNA graduate.

For your efforts and tion. The results to date include establishing agreement on the use of to the memory of your faithful and diligent service we owe you a international protocols for safety at sea between maritime vessels and debt of gratitude.

Fair winds and following seas, George Galdorisi, aircraft of the respective countries. Many points of discussion beCaptain, United States Navy, Retired. <1tween the two militaries resulted in common understanding while

aptain George Galdorisi '70 concludes his extraordinary service to the Navy this month. Many of the readers of Shipmate have enjoyed his column in this place over the past five years. What many readers may not realize is that during those years, while he extolled the operational excellence of other alumni serving around the globe on these pages.

others explained the differences that must still be worked through in subsequent meetings.

The MMCA cycle will continue as a result of Captain Galdorisi's efforts. These past four meetings concluded the first MMCA cycle chartered to produce A Study on Sino-U.S. Maritime Navigation Safety Including Communications. The Plenary Session ofthe MMCA held 22

Lieutenant Commander George Capen '89 served department head tours on THE SULLIVANS ( D D G - 6 8 ) and on the staff of Destroyer Squadron TwentyOne. He is currently assigned to the Navy's Long-Range Planning office. Navy staff. Suggestions for future columns can be sent to him at GeoCapen® aol.com.

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ne ofthe key features ofthe U.S. Naval Academy ex- As course coordinator. Lieutenant Finkler is responsible for every perience that distinguishes it from other commission- aspect ofthe leadership education for 1,150 members ofthe Class ing sources is a four-year immersion in a compelling of 2004 this fall. Given the criticality of his duties, it is important professional environment. While the Academy enjoys that Todd brings significant and highly relevant operational expea well-deserved international reputation for both academic and ath- rience to the leadership classroom. During Operation Noble Anletic excellence, some may not be as aware of the exceptional level vil, protection of U.S. forces in the Adriatic from Serbian attack. of professional achievement embodied in the institution's naval fac- Lieutenant Finkler flew over 400 hours of armed surface combat ulty and staff. air patrol. While that type of mission is In many ways profairly traditional for fessionalism serves as a P-3 Orion pilot, the Naval Academy's what Lieutenant unique "brand." ReFinkler did in addigardless of academic tion to that is anymajor or number of thing but typical of "N-stars" won, we the maritime patrol know for certain that community's history. our graduates will join He was among the the Navy and Marine very first P-3C pilots Corps as young, to fire the stand-off achievement-oriented land attack missile professionals. Ensuring during hostilities, that the "brand" is recsuccessfully hitting ognized and respected Serbian mobile surby the operational face-to-air missile forces requires a qualtargets during Operaity faculty and staff fotion Allied Force, the cused on producing first phase of the air professional excelcampaign against lence. Not only do the Lieutenant Todd B. Finkler '92 at the department of Leadership, Ethics and Law Serbia.

Within officer and enlisted professionals assigned to the Naval Academy serve as role models to months of his successful application of an advanced net-centric war midshipmen, but they also pass on tactical and professional knowl- fighting system in combat. Lieutenant Finkler was teaching leadership to midshipmenâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a better role model could not be envisioned. edge with fresh fleet perspectives.

The talent is spread widely throughout the Yard. Lieutenant ElizaThroughout its storied past the Naval Academy has always enjoyed the presence of talented and professionally accomplished of- beth Clifton (Notre Dame '95) is assigned to the Naval Academy ficers and enlisted personnel, and today is no different. Reviewing Company Officers master's degree program. While serving as a weapthe experience and accomplishments of personnel assigned through- ons division officer in HARRY S TRUMAN ( C V N - 7 5 ) this dynamic young out the Yard, it is evident that the tradition of professional excel- surface warfare officer was selected as Commander, Naval Air Force, lence is in good hands with those now developing future officers at U.S. Atlantic Fleet Junior Officer Shiphandler of the Year. Displaythe Naval Academy. Here is a snapshot of just of few of those su- ing incredible professional skill. Lieutenant Clifton handled the nuclear-powered super carrier with the deft touch of a virtuoso. Comperb young men and women: Lieutenant Todd Finkler '92 is an instructor in the department ing off her junior officer sea assignments. Lieutenant Clifton brings of Leadership, Ethics and Law, and the course coordinator for NL- to her assignment as Company Officer the confidence that comes 12 "Leadership and Human Behavior," the Plebe leadership course. with achievement.

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In the Department of Seamanship and Navigation, Lieutenant Max to interact with more than a dozen flag officers and their cadet counterLohman ' 9 3 was recently selected as the Naval Helicopter parts from the other service academies. A recently reported surface Association's Pilot of the Year for 1999â&#x20AC;&#x201D;a prestigious award sin- warfare officer. Lieutenant Morgan applies his combat experiences as gling him out as one of the finest helicopter pilots in the U.S. Navy. a Marine infantryman during Desert Storm in addition to his commisMuch of his success can be attributed to his participation in operation sioned service as a division officer into practical leadership knowledge Noble Anvil where he flew combat support missions in the SH-60B midshipmen can understand and use. Lt. Morgan's success in this efSeahawk helicopter. Armed with Penguin and Hellfire antiship mis- fort was reflected in the improved student ratings for the second class advanced leadership course, NL-302 "Leadership Theory and Applisiles, Lt. Lohman's primary responsibility was to provide radar and infrared reconnaissance in the Adriatic Sea off the former Republic cation." A course that focuses on fundamental leadership principles of Yugoslavia. Having unsurpassed operational experience will lend and their application in demanding operational environments. significant credibility to Lieutenant Lohman's classroom presentaA senior enlisted leader (either a chief petty officer or Marine guntions and provides, first-hand, a role model of exceptional achievement. nery sergeant) is assigned to each of the 30 companies in Bancroft Hall, providing fleet-foLieutenant cused mentoring and Wayne G r a s d o c k leadership training to our ' 9 3 , a graduate of midshipmen. The Brithe first class of our gade Master Chief, Company Officer YNCM (SW/EOD/AW) master's degree proRandy Welch, exempligram, was recently fies the kind of enUsted s e l e c t e d by the role models midshipmen C o m m a n d a n t of come into contact with Midshipmen as the every day. With a record winner of the Frank of service stretching back M. Adams Junior to combat in the Mekong Officer Leadership Delta during the Vietaam Award. This prestiWar and encompassing gious award recogassignments throughout nizes Wayne's outthe Navy, Master Chief standing c o n t r i b Welch speaks with both utions to the leaderauthority and credibility ship, professional on leadership and profesand moral developsional excellence. ment of midshipmen Lieutenant Pat J. Brophy '95 is an instructor in the while a company ofLieutenant Chad Seamanship and Navigation Department ficer in Bancroft Larges '93 was recently Hall. Indicative of his superb professional skill and impressive lead- selected to be a student in the Company Officer master's program. ership abilities, Lt. Grasdock transferred, in June, to New London As an EA-6B flight officer operating the Prowler's awesome array for the Submarine Officer Advanced Course prior to a new assign- of electronic countermeasures equipment during operation Desert ment as a submarine department head. His tour at the Naval Acad- Fox air strikes in Iraq. He was instrumental in Carrier Air Wing emy gained him a master's degree in leadership and human resource Three's launching of 83 high-speed antiradiation (almost 350,000 development as well as a wealth of leadership experience, leaving pounds of explosives) into Southern Iraq during the three-day ophim exceptionally well prepared to return to the fleet. eration. The success in suppressing enemy surface to air missile Lieutenant Pat Brophy '95 currently instructs in the Seamanship and antiaircraft artillery threats resulted in zero lost aircraft during and Navigation Department and was selected as the 1998 SurfLant the operation. Following a year of postgraduate work in a Naval Junior Officer Shiphandler of the Year. As air warfare officer aboard Postgraduate School program here at the Academy, Lt. Larges will CAPE S T GEORGE ( C G - 7 1 ) , he coordinated EISENHOWER battle group take his new master's of science in leadership and human resource air defense for Operation Southern Watch in the Persian Gulf. In ad- development, along with his extensive operational experience, into dition, Pat planned CVN contingency operations for both the Bancroft Hall as a company officer. The midshipmen who have LieuEISENHOWER and ENTERPRISE battle groups in the Northern Arabian tenant Larges as their Company Officer could have no better proGulf during the U.N./Iraq crisis in November 1998. Due to his sig- fessional role model. nificant operational experience. Lieutenant Brophy was chosen to The professionals featured in this article are just a small sample escort Naval Academy civilian faculty members on a recent visit to of the quality residents at Annapolis. Professional excellence in a Norfolk (including embarking on a guided missile destroyer under- tactical environment is the common thread among this distinguished way) to enhance their understanding of the operational Navy. group. 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Swoose Snead's I R A N I A N

ADVENTURE

By Rear Admiral Leonard A. Snead '47, U.S. Navy (Retired)

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y way of background—in 1971 I became the Navy's program manager of the then-newest and greatest fighter aircraft, the F-14. During a visit to the United States, the Shah of Iran was given an aerial demonstration ofthe F-14, and I was his briefing officer. Subsequently, he acquired 75 F-14s, and their integration into his air force proved a formidable and lengthy effort by the Navy, and by its major contractors, Grununan, Pratt & Whitney, and Hughes, requiring a force (including families) in excess of 1,000 contractor personnel in country. The Iranians built a beautiful new and modem base outside Isfahan, Iran, where they based the F-14s, and they also built several hundred very nice, modem homes in a compound near Isfahan for the contractor personnel I retired from the Navy in 1976 while commander of the Fighter/Airbome Early Warning Wing at Miramar, CA, and immediately joined the Gramman Corporation in charge of their European/Middle East Operations with head quarters in London.

In the summer of '78 the storm clouds of civil unrest among the Iranians, generated by the clergy, led by the Ayatollah Khomeini from exile in Paris, caused great concem within the Navy and the various contractors with personnel in country, and particularly Grumman who had the greatest number of personnel involved. Grumman asked me to move immediately to Iran and take charge of the entire operation there. Since the revolution was essentially already well underway, it was decided that Bette, my wife, would remain in London with our young son, Paul, and I would visit them as the situa tion permitted.

The integration of the F-14 was making good progress, but Iranians were getting killed daily as the Iranian Army, loyal to the Shah, struggled to contain the revolution. They were able to maintain a reasonable degree of control, but only by steadily increasing force. In the late fall, I was called to Tehran for a meeting with the USAF Military Assistance Group (MAG), which asked me to keep as many of our team intact as possible. They felt that a mass exodus of our personnel would give the appearance ofthe U.S. govemment abandoning the Shah and his government. Most of the contractor personnel were accompanied by their families, with youngsters attending American-type schools established for them. I explained the entire situation to all hands, and told them it was an individual decision to head home or stay, and when they reached their individual crisis threshold I would send them home.

Shortly thereafter the Shah and his govemment were deposed, and a new interim government was formed. About mid-December I decided it was time to start downsizing, and under the cover of the approaching Christmas holidays, I sent about half of our force home on a 30 day "leave period." Supposedly they would return when the unrest setded down. They left everything—clothes, cars, stocked freezers, pets, you name it—everything. There was no time to worry about those details at that point. I did not like what I saw happening, and decided I must limit our personnel's exposure. And to have them be-

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lieve they would be coming back was the only way I could get them to leave all of their belongings without a mutiny on my hands, although most breathed a sigh of relief upon getting out.

The situation had not permitted me to join Bette in London as we had initially thought possible, so I made arrangements to meet her in Virginia Beach over Christmas to join our family. Although she proceeded, I elected to cancel to stay on top of a continuing deteriorating situation.

In early January, I went to Tehran for a one-on-one with the chief of staff of the Iranian Air Force. He was a youngish officer and spoke impeccable English. He gave me a pretty good tongue-lashing, including the comments, "You Americans and your President Carter! This country is not ready for human rights, and besides, you do not have 1,600 miles of common border with the USSR." He went on from there. It was an extremely interesting, enlightening, and broadening experience.

Shortly after I returned to Isfahan, they fire bombed and destroyed our three-story headquarters building in downtown Isfahan. We proceeded to establish our headquarters in two of our by-then vacant homes inside our compound at Isfahan. At that point we were obviously no longer in full control of our destiny. The Shah departed Iran on 16 January and Khomeini arrived back in Iran from exile on 1 February, and immediately formed a new govemment. It was past time for us to go, so I requested that Gramman get the largest plane they could to get the remainder of our personnel the heck out of there. They chartered a World Airways DC-10 and on 8 Febmary we got 468 of our remaining personnel on board—again, essentially with only the clothes on their backs.

I decided that only 12 of us (the dirty dozen) would stay to see if we could get our personnel's gear packed and flown out of there. Amazingly enough, we had real success in hiring a large group of Iranians, and every moving company in town, and got most of the very large amount of personal belongings packed. Gramman arranged through the U.S. Govemment to send in a steady stream of Air America C-130 aircraft, and we got them loaded and on their way back to New York. It was an amazing operation, and I still shake my head at how we "made it happen."

During this operation I received a call from General Gohary at the F-14 base telling me, "Do not try to come out to the base again," because he had just been severely beaten by some of his own troops, and that he had lost control.

1 had an armed Iranian Air Force guard on my roof 24 hours a day since my arrival. All of a sudden he just disappeared. Shortly thereafter our compound was overran by an unraly mob. We tried to make a ran for it, only to have them shoot into the lead car, and luckily he immediately stopped. I was right behind him, and when I stopped they rather unceremoniously opened my car doors, took my walkietalkie radio, and informed me that I would not need it anymore. I informed them that I was the leader of our group, and I would like to

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talk to their leader. An individual who spoke good English identified himself as the leader of the group, and he told me they were looking for General Koshradad, who was in charge ofthe Iranian Air Cavalry (mainly a helo force). We did have one of Koshradad's deputies, a brigadier general, living in our compound. By that time our local Isfahani, Mr Hatafy, arrived and conversed with him, and obviously told him 1 was a retired American high-ranking officer At this point he became extremely cooperative, and as I continued to insist that 1 was not sure that General Koshradad was not in the compound, he persisted in saying "no Generalâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;if you say he is not here then I believe you." We continued our conversation with him telling me about the objectives of their revolution, and what a rotten group the Shah and his govemment were, and I was in no mood to disagree with him about anything. Soon they left peacefully, and we breathed a huge sigh of relief.

By this time the Revolutionary Govemment had initiated a series of trials (kangaroo courts, really) and immediate executions by firing squad of a number of senior military officers, who they believed represented a counter revolutionary threat. There on the front page of my newspaper was a picture of the chief of staff of the Iranian Air Force lying dead in a pool of blood. He had seven 747 aircraft on the tarmac at Mirabod airport, and during our earlier conversation, when I suggested it might be pradent for him, his family, and staff to leave, he told me in a very reflective mood that he and his air force had not been part ofthe Iranian military's efforts to put down the revolution, and that he and his air force had not killed anyone. He did not think he was guilty of having done anything wrong.

That evening, an armed group roaming through our compound foimd our communications center. I got an urgent call from a Gramman employee on my radio telling me what had happened. I told him to get Mr Hatafy and meet me there immediately. As I got out of my car one of them shoved a rifle barrel into my chest, made a motion for me to raise my arms, and ushered me inside. They were a ragtag lot, wearing some sort of makeshift uniform, and their leader was particularly mean and grangy looking, with a bandolier over each shoulder, and waving around a revolver By this time, Marty Clark and Mr Hatafy had arrived. As the mob leader was making all sorts of gestures towards us, I asked Mr Hatafy what he was saying. With a rather ashen look he replied, (and I will never forget the look on his face or his exact words), "He said it's about time we shot a couple of these Americans and let the whole world know the CIA is here." I turned to Marty Clark and said, "Marty, our odds aren't very good, partner." With President Carter and Stan Turner, head of the ClA, as good '47 classmates, they could build a pretty strong case against me. They continued to question me for hours, and finally appeared to accept what I had told them was trae, i.e., our center was merely a communications link to maintain contact with our headquarters in New York, and was not some sort of spy effort. They finally told us to shut it down. They left, but said that they would be back to check on us. Needless to say, we went off the air with that communications link.

As part of my team I had a retired Navy master chief who was a "ham" radio expert, and he had set up a super long-range station in one of his upstairs bedrooms. Earlier, when the revolufion overran the Army compound in Tehran, we had the only long-range radio communications link with the outside world. The Army had sent us a team of experts who set up a 24 hour per day watch to maintain constant contact with CinCEur headquarters in Germany. The next afternoon, during a search of our compound by another group, the large antenna was spotted. The entire operation was found after searching the quarters. They really had us dead to rights then, and started talking about taking me before the Revolutionary Council. I knew they would not do me any favors, and probably would not believe any-

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thing I would say. 1 talked as hard as I could to explain the "hobby nature" of a ham radio operation, and they made the mistake of not taking me into custody at the time. One of the major problems that the Iranian military suffered was that they could not and would not make a decision. They bucked every question uphill for the decision.

They left me to report on what they had found, and to get instractions. That was their mistake. I immediately ordered Marty Clark to get us a bus, and ordered the entire team to leave everything, and not to go home and get anything, so as to not arouse suspicion. As night arrived, we quietly boarded the bus, waved at the Revolutionary Guards who had taken over our compound gate, and headed for Tehran.

We went right up through the middle of Qom at 2:00 a.m. and on into Tehran at 7:00 a.m. We were stopped at every street corner and searched, until I finally found a Revolutionary Guard who I made understand that we must get to the airport to leave Iran. He stayed with us and got us through the other check points to the airport. When we arrived we found that the last PanAm evacuation plane was leaving that afternoon. We were able to get on the airplane and left Iran with cheers and more great sighs of relief as we lifted off the ranway.

I went into Germany for some debriefs, and then I returned to London to rejoin Bette and Paul. The rest of the "dirty dozen" went back to New York, after a job extremely well done. For the record, I would like to state that I was never physically manhandled or roughed up in any way. End of saga.

Three additional comments that I think are worthy of note: With all that our Gramman organization and personnel went through during the Iranian revolution, not one single person was lost, hurt in any way, or left in Iran.

The above narrative only covers the highlights of some ofthe many adverse situations we encountered, and space limitation does not permit discussion of many interesting events that happened during the course of our day-to-day operations. It was never dull!

I can't recall that anyone ever bothered to say thanks for my efforts; however, I did receive a copy of the following in the mail: Grumman Aerospace Corporation MEMORANDUM 5 June 1979 From:W. R. Clark To: G. M. Skuria (Chairman ofthe Grumman Corporation) Subj: RADM Snead There was a secret intelligence brief last week in Chief of Naval Material (CNM). During this brief RADM Snead was praised many times for his help and stability in Iran during the last several months there. He was helpful to both the Iranians and U.S. personnel, including civilians and military. It was said that many times situations would have gotten worse if it were not for his intervention and decisions.^l.

Rear Admiral Leonard Alexander "Swoose" Snead, IJSN, graduated from the Naval Academy in 1946 with the Class of '47. Highlights of his career were assignments as a naval test pilot, commanding officer of VA-75, the Navy's first fleet operational A-6 squadron, which he led into combat in Vietnam, CO of FORRESTAL, CVA-59, and CO Fighter/Airbome Early Warning Wing, Pacific Fleet.

Upon retirement from the Navy in 1976, he joined the Gramman Corporation until 1982, when he joined Pratt & Whitney.

Admiral Snead fully retired in 1992 and remains an avid golfer and tennis player, and skis the Colorado Rockies with his children and grand children. He and his wife of 54 years, Bette, have 4 children and 11 grandchildren.

While attending Bullis Prep in 1941, Admiral Snead was given the nickname "Swoose" when the song "Alexander is a Swoose" was very popular (".. .half swan half goose/Alexander was a Swoose...").

It stuck.

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is first time on the ocean was a revelation for Dang Viet Duong. He doesn't remember being scared, though he might well have been under the circumstances; A 7-yearold boy crammed on a small boat with dozens of strangers, his parents back in Vietnam, not to be seen again for years.

He remembers, instead, being mesmerized by how black the waves looked up close, so unlike the shimmering blue at the beach. And how they rolled on endlessly in every direction around him.

"It was just water all around," he said a decade later. "Everywhere you looked, 360 degrees."

On Friday [30 June 2000], Duong turned once again to the sea as he donned the uniform and took the oath of a midshipman at the U.S. Naval Academy. Like the 1,234 other men and women who arrived in Annapolis that day, the young Vietnamese immigrant from San Jose had all the right stuff to win acceptance into the prestigious officer training college; the sterling grades, the athletic skill, the earnest desire to serve his country.

Until two weeks ago, he lacked only one credential—United States citizenship. Yet with a personal history of such drama and stmggle, Duong's case inspired Navy officials and the congressional office that nominated him to the academy to push his application at record speed through the maze of naturalization. The process, which can take two years, took Duong barely a month.

"His story is remarkable—he leaves his family, comes here with his grandparents and from that day on has been living such an independent life," mused Casey Beyer, chief of staff for Rep. Tom Campbell (R-Calif.). "Why should the bureaucracy of a govemment agency be the deterrent to this young man?"

Just a couple weeks out of Westmont High School, Duong, 18, is fluent in the easygoing patois of a typical California teenager He enjoys miniature golf and roller hockey. He was on the swim team until junior year, when advanced-placement classes forced him to lighten his load.

His childhood, though, was far from typical. It began in Nha Trang, a town on the southern coast of Vietnam. His parents ran a drugstore and had achieved a measure of success.

Yet because his grandfather had worked for the U.S. consulate during the war, the family remained stigmatized by Communist officials. Duong said that his parents were denied the chance to attend college, and opportunities looked bleak for him and his siblings.

"We were better off than most people, but we weren't going anywhere," he said. "We wanted a better life."

In 1989, his parents made a decision that made little sense to Duong at the time; They sent him with his grandparents to seek asylum, and a new life, in the United States. His parents stayed behind with his little brother Their logic, he learned later, was based in cold practicality; Because they were not directly persecuted by the Communists, his parents reasoned that they would have little chance of gaining asylum.

But they figured their oldest son might have a chance if accompanied by his grandfather, who had a stronger case to make for himself.

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Sometime that fall, Duong and his grandparents joined many other people on a small wooden fishing boat—about 70 to 100 people, as he remembers it—and cast off toward the Philippines.

It was a calculated risk; Duong said the boat's passengers knew they would not likely survive the dangerous South China Sea. As they hoped, they were picked up by a German ship a day and a half later, just before a storm hit. They were taken to Singapore, where they applied for U.S. asylum, then to temporary quarters in Bataan and, finally, in March 1990, to Connecticut, where his family had relatives.

There, Duong played in snow for the first time, enrolled in second grade at a local public school and started to learn a new language.

"I remember a lot of people talking to me, but I couldn't understand what they said," he recalled. "By the third grade, it began to make sense."

New England was too cold for his grandparents, so they moved to California, where the family had more relatives, a few months later Duong tells his story matter-of-factly, without drama. There are some details he does not volunteer, but those who have seen his resume say there were more moves, from house to house, as rising rents forced his grandparents to find new accommodations, and from school to school. He left one high school, where he was thriving in his classes and extracurricular activities, to come to Westmont in the middle of his sophomore year.

But he caught up, again. When he graduated, it was with a 4.1 grade-point average, ranked 25 out of 350 seniors, an active member of Key Club and battalion commander of the district Junior ROTC. Duong said he began thinking about the Naval Academy from the time he first heard of it as a middle schooler. He was drawn to it for many ofthe same reasons as the thousands of other intense young people who apply every year—^the free education, the prestige, the rigor "I want to learn discipline," he said, "and how to manage my time."

Yet he realized, early on, that the citizenship requirement would be an obstacle. Two years ago, he started conferring with lawyers.

His prospects were poor Minors typically can gain citizenship only if they apply along with their parents. But Duong's parents were still in Vietnam, and his grandparents did not have legal guardianship.

His only option was to apply for citizenship in his own right when he turned 18.

His birthday wasn't until May 19—barely six weeks before the academy's Induction Day. Almost every year, academy officials see one or two students who are pursuing citizenship at the same time as admission.

The service academies will usually extend unofficial offers of appointments, contingent on citizenship, and make calls to the Immigration and Naturalization Service to push along the paperwork.

But "typically, we don't get this far down to the wire," said CDR Paul Bradfield, the academy's head of nominations and appointments.

Duong had attracted some supporters, though. The nominating panel that reviewed applicants from Campbell's district "was really high on him," Beyer said, and the congressional staff alerted the INS in January about the situation.

Members of Congress cannot prevail upon the INS to make special arrangements for one individual. But other govemment entities, including the military, can do so if they have a particular need for a person to become a citizen.

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Duong's application, told the INS that he was a strong candidate whom they would like to consider for admission.

Beyer said they were initially met with skepticism from the immigration office in San Jose, which has one of the larger caseloads of naturalization requests to process, but that officials there eventually came through.

Duong says that the congressional staff handled much of the paperwork so that he was ready to submit it on his 18th birthday, then arranged for him to have his fingerprints processed through an extraspeedy digital system in Salinas, Calif.

Three weeks later, Campbell's office called to say the paperwork had been approved. Duong took the citizenship exam, correctly answering questions about the three branches of government and a citizen's most important privilege—the right to vote. On June 14— Flag Day—he was swom in as a U.S. citizen.

At the academy's Induction Day on Friday [30 June 2000], Duong lined up with the other plebes to pass through a gantlet of blood tests, uniform fittings and saluting lessons. "I love the place," he said on seeing Annapolis for the first time. "It has a southem atmosphere."

He submitted to the ritual haircut by an academy barber, who took his already short buzz cut down to millimeter length.

"You've never had your hair this short before?" the barber asked.

"It'll look pretty. It'll look pretty for Momma."

Since coming to the United States a decade ago, Duong has seen his parents only once, on a visit to Vietnam in 1994. By then, he had a new brother, bom three years earlier. A c£u-eer in the Navy, he hopes, is a step toward seeing them again soon—his family is now trying to make it out of Vietnam to join him in the United States.

"It's not just me who benefits," Duong said. "It's my parents and my brothers. They're going to need my help someday." J/

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Mail Boat Korea Remembered he words "Korea Remembered" on the cover of the June 2000 Shipmate were a fitting preface to the articles which covered momentous events of that "forgotten war" I'm certain that the many Naval Academy graduates who served in the Korean Theatre appreciated that issue.

On pages 34 and 35 of that June issue, there was a concise account of the role of the six destroyers known as the "Sitting Ducks," who prepared the way for the invasion of Inchon by taking on the North Korean shore batteries on Wolmi-do on 13 and 14 June 1950. The author of this account was Captain Harvey Headland '35, USN (Ret.), who, in the hectic early months of the Korean War, was then a commander and CO of MANSFIELD (DD-728), the lead ship of the "Sitting Ducks."

My purpose for writing this letter is to explain the photographs attributed to me at the top of page 34. First, I was a crew member in MANSFIELD, and secondly when I read earlier this year that Shipmate was seeking material about the Korean War, I submitted the three photographs which were, from left to right;

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(1) MANSFIELD'S gunners mates prepared to fire at mines in the channel leading to Wolmi-do; (2) damage when a Russian made mine tore a hole in the ship's hull on 30 September 1950, while DD-728 was attempting to rescue downed allied airmen under North Korean fire off the east coast of Korea; (3) Removal ofthe bow section (No. 1 five-inch mount was also removed) in SSK drydock No. 1 in Sasebo, Japan. Because there was no text covering the mine damage, there was really no way to connect the photographs to Captain Headland's article.

Regarding Captain Headland's coverage of the "Sitting Ducks," I admired his coolness in combat. I also appreciated the confidence radiated by our commodore, the late Captain Halle C. Allen '27, USN (later RADM, Ret.).

There were three other men who played pivotal roles that were essential to MANSFIELD'S success at Inchon; none of the three was a

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Bill Barnes '48 Naval Aviation was a " h o t subject" Plebe S u m m e r his title and accompanying picture of N3 N3 Bu No 3040 in the Class of '51 section ofthe May 1999 Shipmate brought back memories of the distant past. This incident occurred on the 3 July 1947 shortly after I had arrived at the Naval Air Facility, Annapolis, to fly the midshipmen in the Aviation Indoctrination Program. Most of the pilots had been from the VOA^S units on battleships or cmisers. This incident took place on my 12th flight since arriving and fortunately for all concerned, the telltale odor of gasoline became apparent while taxiing on the water. I told the middle in the back seat to undo his harness and get out of his parachute over the gossport (speaking tube) and to prepare to abandon ship. Very shortly thereafter we had a nice toasty fire at which time I exited the front cockpit, stepped on the port wing walk and placed my right foot in the step under the rear cockpit. I then reached in and released the middle's shoulder harness and told him to jump while my foot slipped off the step and I fell into the water Shortly thereafter here came this tall figure clear over my head and landing beyond me, parachute and all.

After our swim in the Sevem we were picked up and taken to Sick Bay where we were checked over and treated to the usual medicinal brandy. The midshipman, who had been a Marine before coming to the Academy, asked if he would get a chance for another ride. I don't know his name or if he got a ride later on, or if this incident cured him of flying for life.

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All Hand; CHANGE OF COMMAND

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dmiral Jay Johnson '68, USN, wrapped up his Navy career on the steps of Bancroft Hall, 32 years after he left the grand dormitory.

In a change-of-command ceremony on 21 July 2000, Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen acknowledged Admiral Johnson's roots in the "Foaming Fourth" Company of the First Battalion "from where he literally catapulted into the ranks of naval aviators and went onward to a distinguished career of more than 30 years of serving the Navy and our nation." Cohen continued to praise Johnson's devotion to America's sailors and all our people in uniform.

The outgoing chief of naval operations commended the Navy for its distinguished service in 45 operations around the globe that took place during his four years as CNO. He said that the "quality and dedication in mission accompUshment" makes America's maritime force "the finest the world has ever known."

Admiral Johnson is confident that the new CNO, Admiral Vernon E. Clark, will continue to lead the Navy "to prevail as the most relevant expeditionary force for the country and the world."

Admiral Clark, the second CNO not to attend the Naval Academy, said that he intends to focus on the quality of life and the quality of work for our sailors, and attracting and

Photo by Cliff Maxwell retaining "young Americans who want to grow, and want to serve and want to make a difference." The Navy faces the great challenge of finding the best of the best and fighting attrition, "and we're going to meet it headon," Admiral Clark said.

The complete speeches of admirals Johnson and Clark may be found at www.navy.mil. Secretary Cohen's speech is posted on www.defenselink.mil.

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This class of 32 future warships will embody Admiral Zumwalt's visionary leadership and well-known reputation as a Navy reformer

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Entering the fleet at the end of this decade, the ZuMWALT-class will incorporate several advanced technologies and introduce a number of design features to improve the DD-21 sailor's quality of life.

Armed with an array of land attack weapons, ZUMWALT will be capable of delivering an unprecedented level of offensive firepower from the sea. It also will be the first U.S. Navy ship to be powered and propelled by a fully integrated power system, including modern electric drive. The cruiser-sized ZUMWALT will be manned by a crew approaching one hundred and will feature new habitability standards and shipboard amenities, including staterooms for the entire ship's company.

"DD-21 will be a platform that values its crew more than any other ship on which sailors have ever lived, fought, and worked," said Secretary of the Navy Richard Danzig. "It is a fitting tribute to the legacy of Admiral Bud Zumwalt."

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he Nominating Committee of the Board of Trastees will submit nominations for election of two vacating Trustee positions whose terms will begin in May of 2001. The positions to be filled will be those of two Regional Trustees—Western and MidAtlantic Regions. (As background, regional trusteeships, as a result of last year's USNA Alumni Association Govemance Study Panel recommendations, replace former and current Regional Vice Chairmen positions. Four (4) newly established Regional Trustees will replace three (3) Regional Vice Chairs as the latter complete their tenures. The regions to be represented by Regional Trustees are the former Western and Central Regions, while the former Eastem Region has been broken into two; a Mid-Atlantic Region consisting ofthe Washington, D.C, area and Maryland and Virginia, and the balance of the former Eastem Region.)

Nominations will be submitted to the Board no later than 15 November 2000. Association members are requested and encouraged to submit for Nominating Committee consideration the names of individuals for these positions. Submissions should include detailed information of candidates' service to and participation with the Alumni Association (class organization, chapter participation, committee work. Blue and Gold affiliation, etc.).

Candidates for nomination must be members of good standing.

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All Hands Continued from page 41 In addition, in accordance with our By-laws, nominee placement on the ballot to fill vacancies may be accomplished by submission of petitions signed by 150 alumni in good standing. For Regional Trustees, petitioners must be residents of the Region for which the petition is submitted.

Petitions and recommendations for nomination must be submitted to the Nominating Committee in care of the Naval Academy Alumni Association, 247 King George Street, Annapolis, Maryland 214025068, to be received no later than 31 October 2000.

N D U Holds Change of Command/Retirement Ceremony avy Vice Admiral Paul G. Gaffney 11 assumed duties as the 10th President ofthe National Defense University at a ceremony held on Fort McNair in Washington, D.C, on July 7. The admiral succeeded Army Lt. Gen. Richard A. Chilcoat who retired from the Army after 42 years of active duty service. Army General Henry H. Shelton, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, officiated at the ceremony.

A 1968 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Admiral Gaffney comes to NDU after serving as the Chief of Naval Research since 1996. His distinguished career includes duty at sea, overseas and ashore in various executive and command positions. He has a master's degree in Ocean Engineering from Catholic University and an MBA from Jacksonville University. He is a graduate of the Naval War College—graduating with highest distinction. The admiral's awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (four awards). Bronze Star (with "V") and

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Under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, NDU is the nation's premier center for joint professional military education. It consists of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces; National War College; Armed Forces Staff College, located in Norfolk, Va.; Information Resources Management College; Institute for National Strategic Studies; and several regional centers and special programs. The university's courses focus on national security strategy and policy; national resource management; information strategy, warfare and resource management; joint, multinational and interagency campaign planning and warfighting; acquisition; civilian defense education; and defense planning and resource management studies for international partners.

Climb the Rigging f memory serves me right the phrase "learn to climb the rigging like his (daddy?) used to do" was a line in either a song or poem prevalent in Bancroft Hall. My father, William L. Benson '25, who had a phenomenal memory for such things introduced me to it as a child. Upperclassmen during my Plebe Year reintroduced me to it, and reinforced my knowledge ofthe ditty, however sadly; my memory of the source has dimmed over the years. Perhaps it was in Reef Points.

Now W. Benson's grandson needs to be exposed to the thought behind the line and I need to stop obsessing on locating the source. I would like to obtain a title and name for the ditty and, if possible, a copy. Can anyone help with this one?

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By Colonel James W ' W e s " Hammond Jr.'51, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired)

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he war in Korea was almost a year old and while the North Korean Army, except for one remaining division, was defeated, the Chinese Communist Forces (CCF) had taken the war for their own and were the main menace in the north. The remaining North Korean division was on the east coast of Korea where it was a good target for naval gunfire. UN forces composed of several U.S. Army divisions, the First Marine Division, several South Korean divisions, a British Commonwealth Division (British, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, South African regiment and battalions) plus detachments from Greece, Turkey, France and other UN members stretched across the peninsula from north of Seoul in the west northeast across the 38th parallel to the east coast.

While we Marines were still on our 57-day leave, two of '51 were off to be among the first in the Class to earn their Pabst Blue Ribbon. NEW JERSEY (BB-62) had been recommissioned on 21 November 1950 and after a shakedown, had replaced her sister, MISSOURI, in WestPac. Ensign Arthur P. Sundry *51, USN, and Ensign C.R.

In the meantime, the Marines of '50 had completed the longer course and were off to Korea. The First Marine Division was attacking north in the eastern part of Korea. In the summer, fighting Silver Star Medals were awarded to Second Lieutenant Charles G. C o o p e r '50, USMC, Second Lieutenant William K. Rockey '50, USMC, and Second Lieutenant John E. N o l a n Jr. '50, USMC. Surgery for a wound sustained by Second Lieutenant David M. Ridderhof 50, USMC, made the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Time at Quantico passed quickly for the Marines of ' 51. We worked long hours with many night problems in tactics, but liberty went at noon on Saturday and expired at reveille on Monday morning. Thanksgiving was to be a long weekend starting at noon on Wednesday. We knew something was afoot when about 1000 on Wednesday, the lieutenants from the other company of the 9th S .B .C. entered our classroom and sat on our desks.

Then the rear door burst open and Colonel David M. Shoup, USMC, CO TBS, strode

"Sparky" W a t t s '51, USN, joined NEW JERSEY

during her deployment.

We Marines reported to TBS in Quantico in late July for the 9th Special Basic Class (9th S.B.C.). With the outbreak of hostilities in Korea, the longer course at TBS had been cut drastically to 20 weeks to supply a steady flow of replacement second lieutenants to the First Marine Division.

down the aisle followed by clerks with stacks of papers. He mounted the stage and said, "Gentlemen, I have your orders!" A hush fell over the room. Each was deep in thoughts of his future. (Incidentally, Dave Shoup, who won a Medal of Honor commanding ashore at Tarawa and was later to be CMC, never earned the Pabst Blue Ribbon. As I was to learn when I had the privilege of being his aide-de-camp for a year and a half, Dave Shoup had a flair for the dramatic.) He began reading names starting with those going to advanced schools, such as artillery or tanks, and for later assignment to a monthly replacement draft for the Far East. Each officer picked up his orders and left the classroom.

Suddenly there were no more stacks and 85 of us were still sitting around. Shoup bellowed, "Now I come to the 'hard-chargers.'"

More clerks appeared with orders. He only read from the top one. We were to stand detached and after delay counting as leave, report to Camp Pendleton for cold weather training and then ".. .for duty beyond the seas in the Far East as a replacement." Of the 85 going directly to war, 27 were from ' 5 1 .

TBS ended in early December and the 85 of us arrived at Pendleton in early January to await the trip to Pickle Meadows, the coldweather training base in the Sierras. Our time was taken up with mundane training, including many films on frostbite. Just before noon, seeing a film in vivid color of frostbitten toes being broken off like flower petals did little for our appetites.

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After being "cold weather certified," we open until the last plane left. When the strag- the other two regiments were on line—First returned to Pendleton where we acquired a glers at the end of the alphabet arrived the Marines on the left and Seventh Marines on leader who was going to be in charge of get- next day they were told to confine their ac- the right. The lieutenants were glad to see us. ting 85 unruly second lieutenants whose tivities to the BOQ and mess hall. The club We were their replacements and ticket home. watchword was, "What can they do to us? was off limits.

Also glad to see us was our battalion CO, LieuSend us to Korea?" across the Pacific. He was We set down at Itami Air Base in Japan tenant Colonel Louis N. King '40, USMC. First Lieutenant C.G. Moody '46, USMC. just outside Osaka. We were to stay over night All of us got platoons, albeit, some got We traveled by antique troop train to Rich- before flying to Korea. We were issued a mortar or machine gun outfits instead of rifle mond outside of San Francisco, and were modicum of field equipment including the platoons. My predecessor gave me his plabused to Treasure Island. We had been prom- famous "Mickey Mouse" or thermo-boot, and toon notebook with an accumulation of facts, ised a weekend in San Francisco, but it was kept our greens, pro tem. rosters and a wealth of data about the planot to be. The PA sounded, "No lieutenants Early the next morning we packed our toon. It had been kept for almost two years bother to unpack. You leave Alameda at 2000 greens and other items in an issue-clothing by about five or six platoon leaders. The first tonight for Hawaii." bag and left it for storage until our return. was First Lieutenant Baldomero Lopez Griff Moody, a couple of others and I After breakfast, three Marine R5Ds took off '48, USMC. I was taking over history, remembered that a platoon leader was drifted to the O' Club and ordered a beer. A minutes apart and flew formation to the charged with seeing that 88 feet did not Navy captain came in, ordered a martini and K-50 airstrip at Sokcho-ri in Korea. We get frostbite. I told my corpsman that we asked why Marines were in Treasure Island. tumbled off the airplanes and waited. A Mawere going to inspect feet. He looked at We told him we were going to Korea that rine warrant officer told us transportation was night. He turned to the steward tending bar coming. The R5Ds did not shut down. Soon me like corpsmen had been looking at new and said, "Drinks for the Marines are on my there was dust on the road to the north from a lieutenants for years, but realized I was seritab." He finished his martini and left. Word convoy of Marine trucks. Wild-eyed Marines ous. He dug into his pack and took out two spread quickly and the rest of the 85 stormed caked with dust jumped off the trucks wav- cigars; lit one and offered me the other. I told the bar as if it were any enemy beach. I am ing their M-1 rifles. While they looked every him I didn't smoke. We entered the first tent sure that when the captain got his bar bill he bit like veteran combat men, we later learned where a squad who hadn't had their shoes and rued the day he ever heard of Marines.

We (developed a method of Operating in the minefield environment anc We were bused to NAS Alameda, and, after slaking could pinpoint mines and their lurking trip wires. It was a matter of knowing our thirst at the O' Club, we were taken to the pier where a Martin Mars flying boat was waiting. The Naval Academy contingent the) v\crc ••Rciiiingtuii Raiders." llic clcrk.s socks off lor three days ol niarehiiig was waithadflownin a Mars on Second Class Aviation from division headquarters. They were going ing. One whiff and I sad, "Doc, I'll take that Cruise. We knew enough to head immediately home. Each followed orders to put his rifle cigar." (I smoked cigars until three weeks for the upper deck. The rest were confined to in one pile, two clips of ammo in another The before I retired in 1975.) We subsequently rethe lower deck where the fumes of AvGas ac- next two piles were helmets and parkas. The lieved the First Marines who went back to celerated the reaction started by our pre- Marines rushed for the planes and were air- Camp Tripoli. departure meal of steaks, martinis and cham- bome before the warrant officer gave us inOn 21 February we lost ourfirstClassmate. pagne. Barf bags abounded. structions. We took an item from each of the While leading a patrol in the Seventh Marines We landed in Honolulu and were off to piles and boarded the trucks for the ride north sector. Second Lieutenant Maurice F. Barber's Point. We were able to shave and to the headquarters of the First Marine Divi- "Lucky" Reisinger '51, USMC, was killed shower and the boys in the bilge cleaned their sion. We arrived for dinner We were issued a by a mortar round. There would be more.

On line we lived in dugouts or bunkers and green uniforms. Then most of us were loaded sleeping bag and a stretcher and assigned to into two Navy R5Ds for the trip to Guam. tents with dirt decks. We unfolded the manned trenches like World War I. I made The last five in the alphabet were left to fol- stretcher, crawled into the sleeping bag and many patrols in the snow. On one patrol, I had to come back through the sector of the low. Griff had picked up an assistant and thus. closed our eyes for the first time in Korea.

Second Lieutenant William F.Hawkins '50, Next morning after a cold-water shave and Seventh Marines. The company commander USMC, was my seatmate across the Pacific. breakfast, we mustered outside the person- was First Lieutenant William F. Dyroff '46, ("Hawk" had been outstanding in the 1948 nel tent. A few were assigned cat-and-dog USMC, one of the more notorious company second-half comeback that tied Army 21-21.) jobs on the division staff. Twelve, against officers in Bancroft Hall when I was a midAt the stops in Wake and Kwajalein we were their will because we were all aspiring infan- shipman. Now it was different. He greeted served breakfast. Finally, we touched down trymen, were assigned to the artillery as for- me like an old friend and offered me a beer. at NAS Agana. We were taken to the BOQ ward observers. We remaining 63 were di- We were a band of brothers. for an abbreviated over night stay. There was vided evenly among the three infantry We heard rumors that the division was bea dance that night at the NAS O' Club. regiments. Myself, with 20 others went to the ing shifted to the west coast of Korea and I Couples from all over Guam attended as well Fifth Marines. Nine of us went to the First Corp. It moved west by regiments. The First as a bevy of nurses from the hospital. The Battalion—five of us were from the Class of Marines left Tripoli and the Seventh Marines lieutenants put on their best, "But, honey, I'm '51: Second Lieutenant WilburW. Dinegar, moved in. When the last regiments of the reoff to war in the morning" act.

USMC; Second Lieutenant James M. lieving Army division took our place, we The first aircraft for Japan left at midnight Laramore, USMC; Second Lieutenant John moved back to Tripoli for two days and then with two others at half-hour intervals. The CO R. Love; Second Lieutenant Gerald C. were trucked about 140 miles across the penof the station, formerly a battalion officer at Thomas Jr., USMC, and me. The Fifth Ma- insula where we went into reserve. The CCF the Academy, was persuaded to keep the club rines were in reserve in Camp Tripoli while were now our adversary.

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REDUX During the trip across, some of my platoon adopted an 11-year-old orphan and made him a houseboy. When 1 discovered Pak Hagan (we named him Pat Hogan) I put off doing anything until I could get some command guidance. The company and battalion commanders did the same thing so Pat stayed with us a week before Colonel Thomas A. Culhane Jr. '37, USMC, regimental CO, ran across Pat Hogan. There was a Catholic orphanage run along military lines, which cared for such kids. With the help of the chaplain.

Colonel Culhane made arrangements and promoted Pat Hogan to Private First Class in the Fifth Marines and had official transfer orders written. PFC Hogan left the Fifth Marines with a few dollars collected in the platoon and from many of the officers. In 1961 when I was finishing my third tour at TBS (slow learner?) among the new Korean officers reporting was Second Lieutenant Pak Hagun, KMC. he terrain in the west was different. We were no longer in rugged steep mountains. It was low rice paddies with hills defining lower stream valleys. We were left of the Sammichon Valley, the broad approach to Seoul, which had been used by every invader since Genghis Khan. On the right shoulder ofthe broad valley were our friends of the Princess Patricia Canadian Light Infantry. We manned a main line of resistance (MLR) in strength; put platoon and company outposts on key hills in front ofthe MLR and conducted extensive patrols forward. The biggest problems were mines, both anti-personnel and anti-tank. As part of the defenses of Seoul, the mines had been laid by the ROKs and were not consistent with U.S. doctrine, which called for orderly emplacement, signs on barbed wire marking fields and precise map overlays indicating safe routes for passage of patrols. Since there were no overlays or markings on the ground, we began to locate the minefields by trial and error The latter usually meant casualties.

With the help of the Marines in my platoon, I began to get an appreciation of the problem. We developed a method of operating in the minefield environment and could pinpoint mines and their lurking trip wires. It was a matter of "knowing the beast." Later when Colonel Culhane established a regimental patrolling school, the course in mines and booby traps fell to me, probably because I had the most fear of and respect for the dangers. Another instructor who was close to having his "50 missions" was Second Lieutenant Richard W. Smith '51, USMC, from the Third Battalion.

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In mid-April, another replacement draft arrived with members ofthe Ninth S.B.C. who had been training Marines in Camp Pendleton before coming to Korea by ship. Second Lieutenant John J. Grace '51, USMC, was assigned to the Second Battalion Fifth Marines and took over his platoon on [observation post] OP-3 on 16 April. That night the CCF decided they wanted OP-3.

Jack Grace was in a firefight his first night as a platoon leader, but the CCF did not get OP-3. Later a decision was made to withdraw from OP-3 and other OPs. The night of 24 April, my battalion was still in reserve. After dinner we were celebrating the good news that Second Lieutenant Peter A.Wickwire '51, USMC, had a son.

Pete was a forward observer with us, having been one of the reluctant ones diverted to the artillery. While we were toasting the new father, a telephone call came. Over in the First Battalion First Marines, one ofthe Stuarts had been killed by a mine. Which one was it?

Second Lieutenant Thomas R. Stuart '51, USMC, and his brother. Second Lieutenant Jerome C.Stuart '51, USMC, both served in 1/1. It turned out that a few days earlier, Tom had been wounded by a mine and evacuated. It was Jerry who was dead. Tom did not return to duty but escorted his brother back to ConUS for burial in the Naval Academy Cemetery.

The Stuart burial created another item of Plebe lore. One of the Plebe questions in my day was, "What Marine general officer and his Marine son are buried in the cemetery?"

Marine Corps General Ben H. Fuller 1889, USMC (Ret.), and Captain Edward C. Fuller '16, USMC, KIA in Belleau Wood.

When Lieutenant General James A. Stuart '22, USMC, was laid to rest in 1967, there were two pairs of Marine fathers and sons in the cemetery.

On 3 May, a platoon was sent to the abandoned OPs with a forward air controller (FAC) and an artillery FO, to call air strikes and artillery on the CCF. When we abandoned OP-3 and others, the Chinese moved in. The patrol ran into a buzz saw. The FAC was hit.

The platoon leader (on his first patrol) panicked. The FO, Pete Wickwire '51, took over and extracted the patrol with all its wounded. It was decided that the First Battalion would conduct a raid on the now Chinese-occupied OP-3 and take some prisoners. We jumped off on the morning of 10 May. The main thrust was toward the dominant OP-3 while my platoon was to conduct a diversion on the lower OP-2 to the west. A disadvantage was the configuration of the road leading to Panmunjom, site of the ongoing truce talks. The road bent toward the truce

site. No rounds could be fired over the demilitarized road. CCF artillery could fire parallel to the road at OP-2 and OP-3, but our counter-battery could not hit their artillery without firing over the road. Each side could fire on the OPs, however. Unfortunately, at this stage of the war. Marine Air had come under Fifth Air Force and the air support Marines were used to, was being used for deep strike road cuts in the north. On the ground we sat in the CCF impact area. CasuaUies were heavy. My platoon was typical.

In the four months I had commanded it, it had not suffered a casualty even in minefields.

That day there were 21 wounded. Everyone who had to get up and lead was hit. A Platoon sergeant, three runners, three squad leaders, several fire teams leaders and I took artillery fragments. A few enemy POWs were taken from OP-3 before the raid withdrew.

When I returned to duty there was one last hurrah before I went home in August. I was assigned as executive officer of another company. The CO, a Reserve officer, was the mayor of a small Wyoming town. He had been a lieutenant on Iwo Jima and liked to visit the tanks in our company sector and snipe with their 90-mm guns. He even eliminated a CCF mortar that used to harass us at night.

He observed that just before dusk, a small carrying party would come over a saddle in the ridge and continue down the trail. Obviously, it was the mortar crew moving to its nightly harassing position. Early one day he ranged in on the saddle with a few rounds.

That night when the CCF crew appeared, they were blown awayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;end of harassment. But the CO did not get praised for his deeds. He was admonished for wasting ammunition, which had been rationed for emergencies. he reason for stockpiling ammo became apparent on 4 July when all along the U.S. line, artillery, tanks, mortars and even small arms celebrated by a day-long pasting of the enemy. The next day, the Chinese artillery began a methodical registration of their guns. All ceased by noon.

Then at 2200, they opened up and followed with a probe between our company and the right-hand company of Second Battalion to our left. It was a long night, but the Chinese were driven off. After that, things were pretty routine.

But it was not so, elsewhere. On 16 June, in the 45th Infantry Division, First Lieutenant Robert A."ish" Renneman '52, USA, was killed in acdon in the Chor-wan sector.

Ish got a DisUnguished Service Cross from the Army.

On 13 June, the First Marines had staged a raid to capture some prisoners. They were successful, but Second Lieutenant William C. Holmberg '51, USMC, took a bad belly wound, and was awarded the Navy Cross. Two

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months later, his company commander, the long-suffering niu-semaid to 85 second lieutenants across the Pacific, Captain Griff Moody '46, USMC, got a Navy Cross for heroism.

Then on 27 August, Second Lieutenant Earl L.Valentine Jr. '51, USMC, who had escaped his original assignment to the artillery, was killed leading his rifle platoon.

"Jimmy" Valentine got the Navy Cross.

By mid-summer 1952, TBS and its shortened course were turning out hundreds of second lieutenants. Since officer casualties had been fewer than expected and since the Marine Corps wanted to give combat experience to as many officers as possible, the solution was to start sending those in Korea home. Some had already gone home with wounds. Others opted to extend to get fiirther experience. Second Lieutenant Wilbur W. Dinegar '51, USMC, kept extending until sometime in early 1953. Second Lieutenant James M. Laramore '51, USMC, had been an 81-mm mortar platoon commander all of his tour. He extended to get into a rifle company and took my executive officer slot.

On 1 October, while leading a patrol, he was killed in action. Later in October, Second Lieutenant William R. Phillips '51, USMC, who had been put in the artillery, was escorting his relief. Second Lieutenant Brooke F. Read Jr. '51, USMC, around his observation post. Brooke had gone to the Army Artillery Course at Fort Sill and come to Korea in a later replacement draft. An enemy round came in and Bill Phillips was the last Marine in '51 killed.

changed (Operation SWITCH), Ed was not among them. Rumor abounded. First Ed had sassed some North Korean officer and had not been included in the exchange. Second, he had died in captivity. To this day the mystery of "what ever happened to Ed Guthrie," is a Class enigma. First Lieutenant Frank C. "Chuck" Halstead '51, USAF, was one who got into action in 1953. Chuck got a "kill" in "MiG Alley."

Meanwhile the remaining Marines of the 85 "hard chargers" were heading east across the Pacific in groups of 15 to 20. It was as big a party as it had been going west, but it took longer Returning lieutenants were not the priority that replacement lieutenants had been. It took us two weeks to get to Department of the Pacific in San Francisco. There we drew back pay and got orders to our next duty. About 20 of us were waiting in the paymaster's office and being ignored by clerks busy with what was on their desks. The paymaster, a major, was visible behind the glass in his office reading a newspaper. A lieutenant colonel came in. He noted we all wore the Pabst Blue Ribbon and asked what was happening. When we told him we were waiting to get paid, he leapt over the counter; dashed into the major's office, ripped the newspaper away and shouted, "Get off your duff and get those lieutenants served. They, not you and your 'feather merchants,' are the Marine Corps." We were paid and on oiu- way in 20 minutes. My next duty was TBS at Quantico.

I was in the tactics section teaching scouting and patrolling. One ofthe first groups was

the 15th S.B.C. with the Marines of'52. They have Korea stories of their own to tell.

At Quantico we lived in the BOQ and ate in the closed mess. One morning at breakfast we were resplendent in our greens with our Pabst Blue Ribbons. There was a Marine Gunner (CW04) at the table with several rows of ribbons. One lieutenant pointed to a reddish ribbon with vertical white stripes. "I beg your pardon. Gunner, but what ribbon is that?" The answer was terse. "Second Nicaragua, sir." The Gunner finished eating and left. The inquiring lieutenant returned to the rest of us and said, "Some day I'll be sitting in a mess when some dumb junior officer points to my Pabst Blue Ribbon and says, 'Sir, what ribbon is that?' I'll know I'm getting old when I tell him it's the Korean Service Ribbon."

Each generation has its own war(s). â&#x20AC;˘!> Wes Hammond is an active iconoclast. He commanded a rifle platoon in Korea and an infantry battalion in Vietnam. He has two advanced degrees: Catholic University (international law) and University of Nevada (journalism) but thinks the Naval Academy is the world's best education (he was "tutored" on several occasions in front of the desk of the 'Dant) despite all that academic garbage. He styles himself a double "three-, time loser"â&#x20AC;&#x201D;three Purple Hearts and three 1 tours as an aide. He is not sure which w a s , the most painful. Wes Hammond was e&ilor-in-chM oi Shipmate from 1983-1994.

While this narrative has dwelt on Marines, they were not the only ones in action in Korea. In July, my former roommate. Ensign Donald J. S o m m e r ' 5 1 , USN, was in BARTON (DD-722) off Wonsan when she took a round fi-om short batteries. One sailor was killed and BARTON retumed to Japan for repairs.

Then in August a repaired B ARFON was screening Task Force 77, 90 miles off Wonsan when she hit a drifting mine. She lost five men and had seven wounded. With a five-foot hole in her side, she Umped back to Sasebo. light training was at Pensacola with its iffy weather, so Naval Aviators of '51 did not see action in Korea. They would make up for it in action 15 years later in Vietnam. The U.S. Air Force trained its pilots and navigators at sunny airfields in Texas and Arizona. Hence, the Air Force members ofthe Class saw action. In October 1952, Second Lieutenant William F. Bell '51, USAF, was killed when his B-29 was shot down over North Korea. Second Lieutenant Edward S. Guthrie Jr. '51, USAF, was a bit luckier, pro tem. Ed was navigator on a B-26 when it was shot down over North Korea. Initially reported as MIA, he was later tentatively identified as a POW. When prisoners were ex-

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Anecdotes A Sobering Experience ong ago junior officers did not eat in the wardroom. Until qualified as "watch and division officers" they had their own wardroom called "the steerage." This had a touch of informality and hilarity not found in the wardroom of their elders and betters.

My father told that when the old battleship GEORGIA was in Boston Navy Yard for overhaul in 1916 one of his messmates all too frequently would return to the ship after too much of a night on the town and pass out on the steerage table. Once or twice was fine, but after a while this became too much even for his shipmates.

In conunon with many old ships, GEORGIA had a full complement of cockroaches. The thought arose that there might be a way to put these unwanted members of the crew to good use. One night before the wayward soul retumed and took his accustomed station, his friends trapped an impressive number of the little critters and fixed birthday candles to their tails. After the victim had been snoring soundly for half an hour, he was roused and the candles lighted. The bugs were released and scampered all over and around their horrified comrade.

Alcoholics Anonymous would have been proud of the results.

CAPTW.B. Hayler '45, USN (Ret.)

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A Come-Around ou know the words: "Whenever two or three shall meet and old tales be retold..." Well, in a Chambersburg Chapter meeting last June, there was a guy that left the Academy after Plebe Year. A Classmate of his that he had not seen or talked to in 40 years was also there. Would you believe it, they had been Plebe Year roommates! A member ofthe Class of '59 was there and his Plebe out of '63 showed up. In addition, we had two FBM skippers. One was in command of the blue crew and the other in command of the gold crew of the same submarine at the same time.

What are the odds? Would it have ever happened in a "normal chapter?" You can be assured that "old tales were being retold" that weekend.

Please share this with those up there, Uke Dave Church, who helped us get off the ground and have shown an interest in us. This is what it is all about. It is working!

Mike Stroop '54

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A Tale of Two Noses he misfortune of a broken nose led to my meeting with Commander Butch Harbold '34. I was but a young Second Class Midshipman in with a basketball injury. He was a well-seasoned veteran of both the seas and the football fields. I have to admit to a bit of anxiety over my nose, since I only had one.

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'A\0 '44: John R. Strachan was named New York State Capital District's "Business Man of the Year 2000"; also was given the Pepsi Cola Company Life Time Achievement Award 1999 (first such award bestowed); was National Beverage Industry "Hall of Fame" recipient 1987; and National Beverage Industry Man of the Year 1985. '52: LtGen Thomas P. Stafford, USAF (Ret.) was named to the board of directors of Sagence Systems, Inc. '56: Barton Myers and his firm, Barton Myers Associates, were featured in the Pennsylvania Gazette.

'57: CDR Michele D. Giambattista, USNR, has received the teaching award for undergraduate marketing from the University of Washington. '58: Bert M. Concklin has been appointed the business systems modernization executive for the IRS. '60: CAPT James R. Kinney, USNR (Ret.), has been appointed chairman of DWL Incorporated's Advisory Board. '61: CDR Ronald H. Reimann, USNRR (Ret.), is currentiy involved with the Global Volunteers program in Poland. '62: Corbin A. McNeill Jr. received an honorary doctorate from Drexel University. '63: Henry C. Hirsch has been elected chairman of the Lightyear board of directors. '65: Timothy B. Nichols has been named senior vice president. Sales and Marketing for Compass Aerospace. '68: RADM Kevin F. Delaney, USN (Ret.), was appointed executive vice president and chief operating officer of HealthScreen America. '70: CAPT Louis E. Buck Jr., USNRR, has joined ConEdison Solutions as vice president and chief financial officer RADM John B. Nathman, USN has been selected as the new commander of the Pacific Fleet Naval Air Forces, and has been promoted to vice admiral. Dale E. Stahl has been named president and chief operating officer of Inland Paperboard and Packaging, Inc. '71: RADM David P. Polatty III, USN, has been selected to take over the top job at Great Lakes Naval Training Center. CAPT 50

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and he probably sensed that. There we were, in Hospital Point's waiting room. He explained to me that his nose had been broken about eight times and proceeded to push his nose flat against his face. Talk about a party trick, I was impressed. I was also even more scared. My nose was an heirloom from my grandmother, not to be tampered with, at any cost. His explanation behind the flattening ability was that back then, surgeons would use ear cartilage to replace the nose cartilage.

He went on to assure me that they were beyond that so I needn't worry.

Talk about relieved, I was much calmer.

Next time I saw Butch, it was at the football banquet. I had my pep band hat on that night, not basketball. He was in fine form and had brought a copy of the headliner article from '33, "Butch remembers when. Navy 7, Notre Dame 0." Again, I was impressed. I also noticed he was a very handsome young man back in 1934.1 regretted the forty-nine years between our classes.

I had the honor of meeting with Butch one more time at a Homecoming. I searched amongst '34 until he saw me. Butch was a classy and gracious man. The following year I looked for him, but his daughter informed me that he had lost his fight to cancer. Whenever I think of our valiant team going up against the Goliath that is Notre Dame, I remember Butch. We've done it before and we will do it again!

Angela (Smith) Roth '83

WUIiam M. Shepherd, USN, has taken command of the international space station. Forrest R. Whittaker has been named president of Mallinckrodt, Inc.'s Respiratory Group. '75: LCDR Christian R. Nielsen, USNRR, has recentiy purchased the British based manufacturing company, Fermec, under his current company, Superstav. '76: CAPT Frederick P. Hughes, USNR, has been named general manager of the Idaho Engineering and Environmental Laboratory's Advanced Mixed Waste Treatment Project. '77: LCDR Keith N. Spangenberg, USN (Ret.), has been awarded the master of divinity degree from Baptist Theological Seminary. Charles L. Watkins has been named Vice President of Corporate Development for Landmark Communications, Inc. '81: LCDR Kevin Kenny, USNR, has been featured on Ernesto Cortazar's Best of Children's Music Station on MP3.COM. '82: CDR Mark T. Menzuber, USNR, has been named new e-business strategist for Ruckus Interactive. '83: CDR Christopher Rice, USN, has been awarded the 1999 Admiral William Adger Moffett Award at the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey. David W. Saba's company, Deep Creek Brewing, has opened a new site. CDR Steven M. Wirsching, CEC, USN, has taken command of Naval Mobile Constiiiction Battalion 4 at Port Hueneme.

'85: LCDR Patrick A. Piercey, USN, has been appointed to serve as one of the members of the 36th class of White House Fellows. '87: LCDR William D. Byrne Jr., USNR, has been inducted into the San Mateo County Sports Hall of Fame. Kristopher C. Klein has been appointed vice president of Professional Services at Primus. Scott P. McFarlane has been appointed vice president of Strategic Partnerships with ServiceLane.com. LCDR Christopher J. Newcomb, USNR, has been promoted to GCCS-13 lead engineer at SpaWar and appointed to the board of directors of ryhma.com. '93: Brent L. Larson has started a new company, Awelo, Inc. Shipmate, September 2000

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Navv Athletics Ryan Finishes 10th in 1500 Meters at Olympic Trials aval Academy graduate Michael Ryan '99 finished 10th in the 1500 meter finals at the United States Olympic Track and Field trials, running a 3:41.14.

Gabe Jennings of Stanford won the race in a time of 3:35.90. Jason Pyrah (3:36.70), who runs for Nike, and Michael Stember (3:37.04), who runs for Stanford, also qualified for the Olympic team.

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Craig posted scores of 85-78 at the Heron Lakes' Great Blue Course in Portland, OR, however, he failed to advance to the championship bracket of 64. He needed to have shot a 155 or better to advance.

Craig, who was Navy's top finisher at the 2000 NCAA West Region Golf Championship, qualified for the competition in his home state of Ohio with scores of 71 -73. He advanced to the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship with his 144.

The Marion, OH, native will be a junior on this fall's golf team and will look to guide the Midshipmen to their third-consecutive Patriot League Championship.

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Mike Buzzell '80 Inducted into National Lacrosse Hall of Fame hree-time All-America attackman Mike BuzzeU will represent the United States Naval Academy, as the Lacrosse Museum announced he is among nine other standout lacrosse players to be inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame. The 43rd class includes Buzzell, Ann Coakley, Kevin Cook (Cornell), Susan Delaney-Scheetz (West Chester), Betsy Dougherty (Penn State), Janice Rensimer Kuklick (West Chester), John Patterson (Springfield), Lawrence Quinn (Johns Hopkins), Linda Swartz Rother (West Chester) and Doyle Smith (SID-Virginia).

A 1980 graduate ofthe Naval Academy, Buzzell began his career as a highly-touted All-America at West Genesee High School in New York. A native of Camilius, NY, Buzzell quickly made his mark on Navy lacrosse and 20 years after his graduation, he still holds Navy records for most points in a game (13 vs. Delaware, 1978) and in a season (85). He finished his career as the Mids' second all-time leading scorer with 222 points (111 goals. 111 assists). A Second-Team All-America in 1978, Buzzell followed up with back-to-back FirstTeam All-America recognition and received the 1980 Tumbull Award, honoring the nation's top attackman. Buzzell is a member of the Naval Academy's Athletic Hall of Fame and was an alternate on the 1982 U.S. National Team. A former fighter pilot, Buzzell is a 1987 graduate of Top Gun. Buzzell joins former Navy standouts Donald Albertson, Fred Billing, J.H. Lee Chambers II, Royce Flippin, Morris Gilmore, Jimmy Lewis, Arthur Spring and Carl Tamulevich in the Hall of Fame.

The 2000 class will be honored 27 October at a formal induction ceremony and dinner at The Grand Lodge in Hunt Valley, MD. Tickets for the induction ceremony can be purchased by contacting U.S. Lacrosse at 410-235-6882, ext. 103.

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Chaplin Finishes Fifth in Track and Field Olympic Trials orrance Chaplin (St. Helena Island, SC) finished fifth in the 400 meters in his qualifying heat at the United States Olympic Track and Field trials in Sacramento, CA. Chaplin ran the race in a time of 47.1. Chaplin led for the first 320 meters until his leg locked up on him down the stretch. Chaplin did finish ahead of 1988 Olympic Gold Medallist and former world record holder Butch Reynolds.

"At first I was disappointed in my performance because it was the slowest time I had mn all year," said Chaplin. "But looking back on it, I was one of the youngest guys that qualified for the 400 and in four years most of these guys will be gone. I just need to keep working on getting better and hopefully my time will come in 2004."

Chaplin, who service selected the Marine Corps and will report to Quantico, has already qualified for the Goodwill Games and the Track and Field National Championships.

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Missy Carter and Wade Tornyos Earn All-America Yacht Racing Honors issy Carter (Shawnee Mission, KS) and Wade Tornyos (New Orleans, LA) were named ICYRA Ail-Americans following the Intercollegiate Yacht Racing Union's North American Sailing Championships at Kings Point, NY. Carter was named to the ICYRA All-America Team as a crew, while Tornyos was an Honorable Mention All-American team member as a skipper Carter and Tornyos took the Naval Academy sailing team to a 10th place finish among the top 18 universities at the Intercollegiate Yacht Racing Union's North American Sailing Championships. The 36-race

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"It's all pretty confusing," commented Carter after being named as one of the best crews in North America. "We are very disappointed with our 10th place finish at the championships, but when I remember that there were almost 200 colleges trying to get to the finals, it eases the frustration a little.

"And, at the same time I'm amazed," continued Carter. "I am a girl from Kansas who, four years ago, didn't even know that the front of the boat is called a bow. Now I am an All-American in sailing!"

Tornyos agreed with Carter. "A month ago we nearly won our district championships and in the ICYRA's five of the top ten schools were firom our district and we didn't fair as well. With graduation and everything, it was hard to get back to the same level of intensity once again."

St. Mary's College (Maryland) won the championship with 162 points. Hobart/William Smith finished second with 203 points and u s e placed third with 220 points.

"It was a veryfirustratingregatta," admitted team coach, Pat Healy.

"We are in a rebuilding stage and it's hard to keep things in perspective or have the patience to let sailors develop. When it was clear we were not going to finish in the top five, we used the opportunity to give younger team members experience at this level. Ultimately, we used seven different sailors including three juniors, a sophomore and two freshmen. The investment should pay off next year."

The saiUng team wiU start working on next season immediately.

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N a w Athletics Burnett Named Head Wrestling Coach aval Academy Director of Athletics, Jack Lengyel, announced that he has hired Bruce Burnett as the head wrestling coach.

Burnett comes to the Naval Academy from USA Wrestling where he had prepared the United States' elite athletes for world and Olympic competition as the national freestyle coach since 1992. Burnett will coach the United States freestyle wrestlers in the upcoming Olympic games in Sydney, Australia.

"We are very excited to have Bruce Burnett as our head wrestling coach," said Lengyel. "He brings a wealth of wrestling experience from the high school, collegiate and Olympic ranks. Our midshipmen will benefit greatly from his wrestling and leadership experience."

"I am honored to have the opportunity to work at the Naval Academy and work with the midshipmen," said Burnett. "The Naval Academy is steeped in tradition and to have the chance to work with the future leaders of our country was a big factor in me taking this job. I am looking forward to carrying on the great wrestling tradition in Annapolis."

Burnett's resume is an impressive one. His team won five medals at the 1996 Olympic games (three gold, one silver and one bronze) and eight medals at the 1999 Pan American Games (six gold, one

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silver and one bronze). His teams have won world team titles in 1993 and 1995, the Worid Cup of Wrestiing in 1993, 1994, 1995, 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2000 and the Pan American Championship in 1993, 1994, 1995 and 1996.

He was named the Freestyle Wrestiing Coach of the Year in 1995 and 1996 and was named the United States Olympic Committee Elite Coach of the Year in 1996.

Before taking over as head coach of the freestyle team, Burnett was the associate director of Programs and National Developmental Coach for USA Wrestiing for three years. Burnett developed a national technique and training syllabus as was responsible for the United States age group world teams. During his time as the developmental coach, the age group teams won a total of 42 medals, an increase of 82 percent over the previous four years. Burnett also served on the 1992 Olympic Freestyle and Greco-Roman coaching staffs.

Bumett was an assistant coach at Oklahoma State from 1987-90 and in his four years with the Cowboys, OSU won two NCAA team tides, three Big Eight Conference titles and two National Dual Meet team titles.

Bumett got his coaching career started at Meridian Senior High School in Meridian, ID, where he was the head coach from 1974-87.

In his 14 years, Bumett had a sparkling record of 154-13-2 (.917).

His teams won nine conference championships, six district champions and four state championships. Bumett built such a solid program at Meridian that his program grew from 23 wrestlers his first year to 119 his last season. He was named the Idaho Coach of the Year six times.

Bumett is a 1973 graduate of Idaho State University where he received his bachelor of ÂŁuts degree in secondary education.

Conley Named Linebacker Coach aval Academy head football coach Charlie Weatherbie announced 3 July, that he has hired Scotty Conley to be the linebacker coach.

Conley replaces Tommy Raye, who left the coaching ranks to take a job at an executive search firm in Atlanta, GA. Conley comes to the Naval Academy from Trinity Valley Community College where he served as the head coach since 1996. In four years, he led TVCC to a 32-12 record, including a Junior College National Championship in 1997 when the Cardinals went a perfect 12-0. Conley was named the Junior College Coach of the Year by American Football Quarterly and National Coach of the Year by the National Junior College Athletic Association in 1997. He was Region XIV Coach of the Year in 1999.

Conley brings with him a wealth of experience, having coached at Texas A&M (1980-81), Baylor (1982), Texas (1982-86), Kansas (1987), Tennessee (1988), Rice (1989), Arkansas (1990-92) and Howard Payne (1993-1995). He has coached in the Independence Bowl (1981), Sun Bowl MEDALS, AWARDS CASES, (1982), Cotton Bowl (1983), Freedom Bowl CUSTOM MOUNTING (1984), Bluebonnet Bowl (1985), Independence Bowl (1991) and the Red River Bowl VETERANS, FAMILIES! (1997 and 1999).

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N a w Athletics Continued from page 54 B o s t o n C o l l e g e G a m e t o b e T e l e v i s e d by ESPN Regional avy's football game at Boston College on 23 September will be televised live by ESPN Regional at noon, the Big East Conference announced. With the addition of the Boston College game. Navy will play five games on regional or national television.

Navy will also be on television 30 September against TCU (Fox Sports Net), 7 October at Air Force (ESPN Regional), 14 October against Notre Dame (CBS) and 2 December against Army (CBS). Navy will open the 2000 season on 2 September against Temple at 7:00 p.m. Season tickets are still available at the Navy ticket office in Ricketts Hall or by calling 1-800-US4-NAVY.

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Photo by Phil Hoffman '73 "My wife, Glenda, and I are excited to have the opportunity to come to Annapolis," said Conley. "It is a great honor to have a chance to work at an institution that has great tradition and class."

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T T e aead i coach Don DeVoe released the 2000-01 Navy X Jjneen's bas-ketball schedule, which features National Invitational Tournament Champion Wake Forest and 2000 NCAA Tournament team Texas.

The Midshipmen are slated to play 12 games on their home floor this season, while 16 contests will be played on the road, including their pre-season NIT first-round matchup at Texas. Navy tips off its season against a Texas team that lost to LSU in the second round of the NCAA Tournament a year ago. The Mids open 13 November, and should they win, their second-round contest is slated for 15 November at a site to be determined against the win-

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Her son, William Stamps Howard III '58, her daughter, Eleanor Howard Vance, six grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren, survive Eleanor.

Bennett Wood Wright died on 2 May 2000.

See the Last Call section for a full obituary and an accompanying photo taken in 1943 on the bridge of LEXINGTON by the famous photographer, Edward Steichen. CAPT Bennett's daughter, Bennett Paine Wright, sent in this photo of her dad on his 96th birthday in February of this year.

L to r: Bill Cosgrove '45 and wife, Peg, Judy Housley, and Ward Le Hardy at Kilmarnock, VA, April 2000

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CAPT William Stamps Howard III '58, USN (Ret.), submitted the following: It is my sad duty to report the death of my mother, Eleanor Draper Howard, wife of the late CAPT William Stamps Howard Jr. Eleanor Draper Howard died at the home of her daughter in Williamsburg, VA, on Tuesday, 16 May 2000 at the age of 90.

Eleanor was born in New York City and raised in Staten Island, NY. Graduating from Dongan Academy, she attended Wellesley College and Sorbonne in Paris. She was married to Stamps in 1933 and accompanied him, whenever possible, around the world during his various Navy assignments. Their final home was in Tarboro, NC. Eleanor was laid to rest at the spot she always wanted to be, beside Stamps in Tarboro.

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Judy Corbin Housley and Ward Le Hardy work on the '26 Juniors project at the Le Hardy home in Kilmarnock, VA

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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.) Art Rule's daughter, Jan Rule, wrote the sad news of her mother's death on 3 May 2000.

Jane Rink Rule was 9 1 . Art had predeceased her in 1993 at the age of 88. Three children survive them, Arthur Richards Rule III, Jane Vance Rule and Elizabeth Rule Walker, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

The Class extends condolences to the family.

As he left the service in 1928, we didn't get to grow-up with Art and Jane. We missed his always-cheerful friendship. We, of course, remember Art's athletic prowess in swimming and basketball and how he captained our swimmers to inter-collegiate records. Art went back on active duty when needed in World War II, serving in the rank of commander, USNR.

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Tiby Corbin's daughter, Jane Housley, sent pictures and info that she and Diz Le Hardy's son, Ward (West Point grad), are continuing their work on the Society of USNA '26 Juniors. Jack Fradd's daughter. Penny Vahsen and Jack Greenslade's daughter, Rosemary Belsin, are the latest enthusiasts on the project.

The aim is for a chapel service, dress parade and party honoring our Class's 75th anniversary in the fall of 2001. A final roll call in 2026 is also being planned. The Class is fortunate to have such wonderful descendants. Judy is also active in her project: The Samoa Archives for the years 1900-1951. Classmates will recall that Tiby was stationed in Samoa at one time during his excellent Navy career

Gordon Campbell with great-granddaughter, 11-yearold Alyssa Darnell

Bob Cavenagh's daughter-in-law wrote that Mabel Cavenagh is now living in Cumberland C r o s s i n g s , an a s s i s t e d l i v i n g facility in

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Carlisle, PA. Her mailing address is 100 West Park St., Carlisle, PA 17013, in care of her son and daughter-in-law, Robert W. Cavenagh J r and Susan Cavenagh. Susan wrote that her husband visits Mabel every day and he reports her to be fine. She visits them often and recently after the baptism of her first great-grandson, Robert William Cavenagh IV. It's always good to hear a b o u t w i v e s of ' 2 6 as w e l l as Class j u n i o r s , e s p e c i a l l y w h e n i t ' s good news.

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Pres: RADM WUIiam O. Snead, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT John A. Moreno, USN (Ret.) 1214 Fifth Street, Coronado, CA 92118 h: 619-435-3732 Our hearty congratulations to Alberta and Tom Hughes on their 70th wedding anniversary! Tom's letter follows: Having noted a shortage of news in Shipmate recently, I thought I'd send you some.

Alberta and I celebrated our wedding anniversary on 4 June (a day early). Our activities director, thinking it called for a celebration, organized quite a show. Renewal of vows, fancy dress (rented). Episcopal in full canonical, and in consideration of my inability to stand very long, we were seated.

Present for the show were our inunediate family, relatives from Missouri, Kansas and California, a few city people and practically the whole hundred odd of our inmates. Then, a reception in the dining and living areas with wedding cake, accompanying ice stmcture and champagne. The Meridian really went all out!

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Separate item: I've noticed that both '28 and '29 recently published lists of survivors.

Think we could do the same? There ought to be a few leaves left on the tree!

An excellent idea! The only problem is that ' 2 8 and ' 2 9 combined only total as many people as '30. But I ' m working on it!

D r J.E. Edwards, impressive son of J a c k E d w a r d s , tells us that Jack (otherwise known as "Tiny") died of pneumonia on 27 May at his home in Glendale, CA. Memorial services were held on 20 June at Palos Verdes. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mildred S. Edwards, 2416 E. Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA 91206; one son, Dr. Edwards; and two granddaughters.

During World War II, he had a brilliant combat record receiving the Legion of Merit, a Silver Star and two Bronze Stars as commanding officer of PHELPS and BRUSH in operations

at Attn, Bouganville, Coral Sea, Midway, Guadalcanal, the Eastem Solomons, the Philippines, Formosa, French IndoChina and the China Coast. Among his peacetime assignm e n t s w e r e t h e applied c o m m u n i c a t i o n s course at the Postgraduate School, subsequently assistant head of the communications department there, military advisor group to the Republic of China chief of staff to commander Phib Group 3, the Naval War College and ComDesDiv 72. After retirement he served as a deputy real estate commissioner for the state of California.

Our sincere condolences go to his family.

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Pres: VADM John B. Colwell, USN (Ret.) 5910 Wilson Blvd., Apt. 211, Ariington, 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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Pres: CAPT Will I. Bull, USN (Ret.) 1725 Oak Lane, McLean, VA 22101 h: 703-538-5981 Sec'y: Bob Gamble 8311 River Crescent Dr., Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-266-8775 Sixty years ago France had fallen under the G e r m a n blitzkrieg and it looked bad for England. The long French coastline was now open for harboring the U-boats intent on sinking ships delivering badly needed supplies to our ally.

There wasn't much doubt that we were sympathetic to England, but in the Midwest, the "America First" argument was going strong.

People wanted the U.S.A. to remain neutral!

Franklin Roosevelt had other ideas. Fortunately for our future (how could we fight Germany without the great island base just off the coast of Europe?), he decided to help England.

He gave them 100 destroyers and then called out the Navy Reserve. The Rock Island, IL, unit to which I was attached, went to San Diego to man KILTY ( D D - 1 3 7 ) , and many others

went to the Atlantic where they got into action fighting Nazi subs. Willie Williamson survived the sinking of destroyer KEARNY by a U-boat in '41 and a few days later GREER was attacked and REUBEN JAMES was torpedoed and

sunk. Others survived miserable North Atlantic weather and the continual threat of being attacked in destroyers inadequately equipped with sonar and radar.

In England, those intrepid aviators C h a r l i e O d e n d ' h a l , B o b M a u l s b y and G e o r g e Hughes, flying PBYs on loan to the RN, assisted in locating and sinking the Nazi B B B ISM ARK after she had sunk HMS HOOD. Over in Pearl Harbor, on that eventful day in December, several Classmates survived the big Japanese air attack. Dick M a n d e l k o r n viewed our pitiful defense from MARYLAND'S bridge. l \ i t lYittle and Phil C a n n conned D D BAGLEY safely to sea. H a n k Seely and B o b Vandling escaped the harbor in JARVIS. Later, Moe Archer, an underwater explosion expert, flew out to Pearl to give advice on bomb disposal and salvage operations.

Back in the Korean War, A D M A r l e i g h B u r k e ' 2 3 made some remarks still very relevant to modem war. First was the "discovery that our military forces could not have moved except by sea the short d i s t a n c e " from Japan. Second, he pointed out that strategic air power was "unable to stop the Red troops from advancing 200 miles against overwhelming odds."

During Commissioning Week they had a new activity: Asian Pacific Heritage Month.

In the auditorium there was dancing, singing, special foods and martial arts. One Filipino dance, over two eight-foot poles about three inches off the floor, looked really hard.

Then a Mid used his karate to break 1x8 boards over two cement blocks. Like most things today, I'd enjoy watching a lot more than participating.

A friend of mine recently visited the new DDG HiGGiNS. He was impressed with the Harpoon missiles and the new " C a t l i n g " 25mm guns. They fire 42 shells per minute, so the three of them can put up a curtain of shells for an attacking enemy missile or plane.

I was happy to receive a phone call from Betty Lee (Pressy) Berger She had a book written about G e o r g e P r e s s y ' s D D ; she is s e n d i n g it to m e , a l o n g w i t h s o m e pertinent letters. I hope to be able to report to you soon some interesting details of George's career. George and I are face to face in the Lucky Bag; I've often wondered what happened to him. He and J o h n E v e r e t t were r o o m m a t e s , both real S o u t h e r n e r s . W h a t George wrote about John would not be print61

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Chambers HANK DD-702 Coleman, WD. HART DD-594 Wilson, R.L. DREXLER DD-741 Lewis, J.S. SOLEY DD-707 Ford FRANK KNOX DD-742 Williams, R.C. SOUTHERLAND D D - 7 4 3 DOUGLAS H. Pitts FOX DD-779 JOHN R. 30 Dec. Sununers PIERCE DD-753 1945 CHEVALIER DD-805 09 Jan. Wolseiffer 27 Jan. WiUiamson, L HIGBEE DD-806 13 Feb. MunhoUand BENNER DD-807 JAMES C. 17 Feb. Blair OWENS HARLAN R. DICKSON P.D.DUNCAN

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able today. According to Brook Harral's war narratives, George was in HOBBY during our invasion of New Guinea. HOBBY joined the T h i r d Fleet later when HALSEY went north after enemy carriers. George then commanded STEVENS during the actions in 1945.

George and Betty Lee spent some time in Honolulu and this happy family scene makes you think of those islands. They had, as you can see, three charming daughters. George's fine career ended with a heart attack back in ' 6 6 .

Having spent much of my working life figuring out how to reduce man hours on a job, it is interesting to read how our ships are now doing the same thing. The Surface Warfare Magazine recently explained: (1) eliminated more than 20 inspections and consolidated another 72; (2) on YORKTOWN (CG-48) a 46 percent reduction in PMS workload; (3) use of state-of-the-art coatings to reduce with tenyear durability; some tum "running mst," reducing a really time-consuming job.

Betty Lee (Pressy) Berger recentiy visited Al Bowser and his wife, Betty, in Honolulu.

They took Betty Lee out to lunch, but Dick Lambert couldn't join them—he was visiting another lady!

Jane Moncure wrote me about her grandson.

Perry Root Taylor '00, who graduated last May. He, like Sam Moncure, was a great lacrosse player. Jane's dad was graduated in'08, along with Perry's other grandfather Perry Root Taylor '18, so the Moncures can claim real Navy involvement for almost 100 years.

Our picture shows Al Bowser with his wife, Betty, on his right, and Betty Lee on his left.

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The following members ofthe Class of 1932 placed 60 new ships in commission during the War. 1943 20 Jan. Dennett BRENNAN DE- 13 07 Feb. Bryan SHUBRICK DD •639 13 Mar. Simmers ANDRES DE- 45 10 Apr. Woodward EDSALL DE- 129 17 Apr. Small GILMORE DE- 18 28 Apr. Lyons, CM. GRISWOLD DE- 7 30 Apr. Hayden BUCKLEY DE- 51 DE- 47 03 May Adams, A.B. DECKER DESTEELE 04 May Dennett CHARLES 31 May Kintberger LAWRENCE DE- 53 DORTCH DD •670 07 Aug. Young DE- 143 23 Aug. Walker FiSKE DE- 144 FROST 30 Aug. Lank 31 Aug. Adams, A.B. AMESBURY DE- 66 GREENWOOD DE 679 23 Sept. Slayden COOLBAUGH DE 217 15 Oct. Kintberger ALBERT W. 24 Nov. Nisewaner GRANT DD-649 30 Nov. Lyons, CM. HENRY R. KENTON DE- 683 O'REILLY DD •330 Robards 28 Dec. 1944 ALLEN M. 26 Jan. Sampson

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In t h i s , o u r 100th y e a r of submarine seapower, we must take special note of the advent of the nuclear subs. They have become something very special, invisible capital ships, moving rapidly under the sea. They are American in that they are expensive, complex and hard to operate. They give us hope that, with this force a part of our Navy, wars against us will be more uncommon in the future.

Last April, we lost two wonderful ladies from our list of widows of Classmates. Because Andy Nisewaner was so prominent among graduates, his wife, Eddie, was also important. She proved of especially great value when I took over the Secretary's job, giving me much information from A n d y ' s store.

Stella, wife of Bull Dreany, also died last April. She resided in Mission Viejo where she and Bull moved when they left College Park, MD. Most of us may have lost track of the Shiomate. September 2000

Dreanys; Bull was one ofthe few Classmates who left the Academy due to excessive demerits. He went on duty in later years, serving the govemment in dozens of jobs involving the Merchant Marine and the State Department.

At one time he served as commodore in the U.S. Maritime Service.

Today I read on theft-ontpage of Trident an article, "Monster Mash Finals." Naturally remembering our youthful days of "mashing" being the way to go, I carefully read the article. But no love making, not even a kiss! They have some kind of Sea Trials now in which they paddle Zodiac boats over the Sevem, testing problem solving and endurance. Then they carry the boats over an obstacle course. So in some ways it's similar to what we used to do!

Bruce McCandless joined SAN FRANCISCO as LTJG in 1940. He and Sue were living in a home overlooking Pearl Harbor on that fateful day when the Japanese attack occurred. He and his ships were in many actions around the Solomon Islands. In the battie of Guadalcanal, the admiral, most of his staff, the captain and most of the bridge personnel were killed.

Bruce, the OOD, wounded but miraculously ahve, kept the conn for the remainder of the battie. For his outstanding performance he received the Medal of Honor as pictured below.

Louise, heavily involved in moving to Ginger Cove, were unable to attend. The luncheon was excellent, served in a beautiful private room with many windows viewing Bancroft Hall.

Will I. Bull gave us some interesting insights on the family life of Joe Witherow. He and Dottie one time employed a Philippino maid who was well versed in swear words in her own language. When in any serious difficulty she would let go a stream of invectives that would shock you half to death had you known what they meant. She was otherwise first rate.

Joe, as we remember him, was a real man of action. During the war years, he came close to drowning in Subic Bay while navigator on PHOENIX. After the war, Joe narrowly escaped death in a BOQ fire on Guam. This required hospitalization. Joe fooled the doctors and pulled through; he was then able to go on duty in Japan accompanied by his happy family you see pictured below. Joe became a highly successful language teacher after his retirement in 1958.

Joe, Dottie, Sallie and Deirdre Witherow

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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

Bruce McCandless' Medal of Honor Luncheons for Class members in the Washington-Annapolis area "ain't what they used to be." Wes Johnson suggested that we give up trying to have monthly get-togethers and settle for an annual luncheon at the Yacht Club, which we did on 15 June. Jane Moncure, Sara Anne Mott, Wes Johnson, Mary Bmce Prince, Betty Lee (Pressy) Berger, Win Bailey and Jane, Ruby Miller and Janet Stuart (the husbands in the Health Center), Will I. Bull and Bob Gamble. Modoc Sunderland and Shipmate, September 2000

The Washington, D.C, group met for lunch on Tuesday, 15 June at the Chevy Chase Club.

The turnout was much better than in May. Attending were Carrie and Tom Moorer, Joe Cobb, Ginnie and John Oren, Tuddie and Jim Elliot, and Lee and Gary Coleman. Four members represented the Class of '31.

Hal Bowen is recovering nicely and expects to attend the July luncheon. Bertie Smith, the widow of Jimmie Smith, sends greetings from San Antonio. She also enclosed a check to be added to the Class Fund. Hearing from Bertie brought back nostalgic memories for Gary.

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Pres: CAPT Hugh Q. Murray, USN (Ret.) 6310 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 Sec'y: CAPT Roy C. Smith III, USNR (Ret.) 1310 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-224-4060 West Coast Correspondent: CAPT Robert W. Leeman, USN (Ret.) 1611 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107 Bill Wilcox sent a clipping just too late to make the July-August Shipmate on the death of Paul Chronical Cook in Dallas on 29 May of cancer Services were held on 1 June in St. James Episcopal Church in Dallas with interment in Hillcrest Memorial Park, followed by a reception at the Cook home. Paul did not receive a commission on graduation because of poor eyes, but had a remarkable career in oil exploration, intermpted by mainly Pacific service in World War II with action in New Guinea and the Philippines. He left the service as a lieutenant commander and retumed to the oil industry. In 1956, American Overseas Petroleum of Houston named him chief of oil operations in Libya and Indonesia, so he lived the next 12 years with a family in Tripoli, Libya, negotiating concessions with the king of Libya and the president of Indonesia, conducting explorations and organizing production and shipment to the U.S. By 1973, his original group of 20 explorers had grown to where he was producing 360,000 barrels of oil daily. In 1970 he was brought home and promoted to president of the company. He settled in Bronxville, NY, until retiring in 1973, then built a home in Lakeway Resort, TX, near Austin. In 1995 Paul and Helen moved to Dallas where they continued to enjoy travel, bridge and golf. Survivors include his wife, Helen, daughter, Sandra Anne Cook of Dallas, son, Paul James Cook of Gary, NC, one granddaughter and one great-granddaughter.

In early June came a warm and welcome letter from Jean (Mrs. Chick) Clarey commenting that the picture in the last column of her with Ernestine O'Kane was taken aboard O'KANE, at a big reception in Emestine's honor the night before the ship was commissioned.

It was a lovely evening, well deserved.

Then Jean included an old photo she found recentiy of a party celebrating Amy and Brute Krulak's annual visit to Hawaii in April 1972.

It's pretty faded but I hope it will reproduce legibly. In the back row, left to right, are Jimmy Smith, Chick Clarey, and Gordon Chung-Hoon. The front row contains Tommie Smith, Jean Clarey, Jean Chung-Hoon, Bmte Krulak, Flossie Hyland, Amy Krulak and Johnny Hyland.

Jean added that she had a backward fall three months ago while hosing down her car, causing two months in a wheelchair and since on a cane.

She is getting ready to walk the decks of SS MAASDAM when she takes 11 Clareys on a Baltic cruise at the end of July. Atta gal, Jean, up and at 'em.

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Also had a good letter from Joe Tibbetts announcing a new address at 104 Fleet Landing Blvd., Atiantic Beach, FL 32233, "just about three blocks from our former place down the boulevard, but with more room for stretching out and enjoying our interests, Chris with her music and me with sailing ship models."

He said all the locals miss Hugh Lewis and Jake Bullen but that Bob Crowell is hale and hearty, though his sweet Beth is in the Health Center at Fleet Landing. Dorothy and Bob Graham are enjoying a beautiful new house in eastern Jacksonville, as are Betty and Jigger Lowe up in Sea Island, GA. Joe added: Chris and I are just home from a four-day Disney cmise in MAGIC It sails to and from Canaveral, which is most convenient, but we were worried about all those kids, now both children and parents to us. We found it a delightful trip. The ship is the most efficient and well run of all cmise ships we've enjoyed and the kids are beautifully taken care of. The only requirement is that you be among the young at heart.

Fid Murray hosted the WB&A June luncheon at the Belle Haven Country Club in Alexandria on the 22nd with a total of eight attendees: Dorothy Bunevich, Isabelle Fleck, Millie Gralla, Betty and Bill Keller, Janet MacLeod, Fid, and Roy Smith (Ann was golfing). There was a beautiful beef tenderloin and much conversation enjoyed by all hands. The interesting bit of news is that Janet is about to take off on a trip to Wales, from which she will retum and leave immediately for another to Tuscany. That gal is a real traveler One of our neighbors at Ginger Cove, Mrs. Mary Kenney, loaned me two books recentiy, part of a long series she had collected. They were all written by a Ferguson Findley beginning in the late '50s, who was a great friend and neighbor in those years. One is the original On the Waterfront, from which one of the all-time great movies was made. That one is autographed by the author, Ferguson Findley, to her as a dear friend, but that was his nam de plume. Below that is the signature of the real author, our own Charlie Frey. He apparently

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retired from the industrial world of Standard Oil and took up writing fiction instead. And they are great stories.

Helen and John Harllee have made their annual trip to the SecNav's Current Strategy Foram, making them by some years the longest continuous attendees. As he wrote: It's a wonderful way to keep up with the Navy we all love and June in Newport is a most delightful port, the yachting capital of the world. 180 boats started the NewportBermuda race while we were there. Quite a sight.

A late flash. Art Manning called to inform Classmates via Shipmate that his beloved wife, Paula, died on 27 June in Marianna, FL, after a long battle against heart problems. After cremation, the remains will be interred in the local Pine Crest Cemetery where the Mannings have a family plot. Art plans on staying on in his home with hired help but at the moment is in a wheelchair from a broken bone in his back suffered when handling a very heavy package.

He expects to be out of the chair in a couple of weeks. We all wish him a speedy recovery.

This month's dicho comes from June and July weather around here. El trabajo es sagrad—no le toque (Work is sacred—don't touch it.)

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Pres: CAPT Jefferson D. Parker, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Jesse B. Gay Jr., USN (Ret.) Con-. 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 Photographs The photos of Classmates, wives, and widows in the adjoining columns were taken at our 65th Reunion.

Get-togethers The northem Califomia group, according to Bill Germershausen's email, met for lunch at the Los Altos Club on 1 June. Present were

Bill with his daughter Betsy Plette, Helen and Ralph Metcalf, Pat and Bill Samuels, and Frank Wheeler.

Bill reports that the group held another luncheon at the same place on 22 June with Virginia and Bill, Hersh Goldberg, Bud Gruner with Mary Radnick, the Samuels, and Frank Wheeler there.

This is a direct quote from Bill's email: Bill Samuels said he knew a golfer who was always cheating on his score. He made a hole in one and scored it "zero."

The Washington area group held a luncheon on 7 June at the Army-Navy Country Club.

Those in attendance were Ron Badger, Chet Briggs, Clagg Claggett, Jesse Gay, Ed Keats, Doyen Klein, Wy Packard, Jeff Parker, George Powell, Bobo Thomson, and Tip Tipton.

The group met again and with ladies on 5 July.

Report from the Mountain States Squidge Lee says, via email: Life here in the great city of Ennis, MT, (population about 1,000) turns out to be very pleasant—a considerable surprise to a big city boy like me.

Email address Bud Oliver's is weoliver@usit.net.

Class Secretary's Notes New addresses obtained from the mailing of the annual Class letter: Tom Baskett, 1 Gadsden Way #257, Charleston, SC 294123573. Frank Walker, 2620 N. 68th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85257-1202. Mrs. E.T. Dorsey, 7 Lalley Blvd., Fairfield, CT 06430-6603. Mrs. S. Sherwood, 40700 Crystal Drive, Three Rivers, CA 93271-9736.

The letters addressed to these three widows were retumed as undeliverable. If their whereabouts are known please advise Jesse Gay: Mrs. R. A. Bischoff, Mrs. W. T. Evans, and Mrs. E. W. Shellwortii.

A Sidebar on the Reunion The first stop on the Wednesday, 17 May tour of Baltimore, as described in the JulyAugust Shipmate, was Fort McHenry. A portion of us saw the 10:20 a.m. Francis Scott Key show, and the remainder viewed the 10:40 a.m. ranning. A few minutes after 11:00 a.m. we moved, as a group, to the sidewalk outside the Visitors' Center and embarked on our buses.

When everyone appeared to be on board, the busses drove off to the Ravens' stadium and the other sights. Certainly a mature group, one would think, did not require a muster Not long after, we were seated at McCormick 6 Schmick's restaiu-ant for refreshments before lunch, the question was raised, "Where is George Towne Baker?" He had tumed up missing and remained so until we retumed to the Marriott in Annapolis at 4:00 p.m.

Here is George Towne's story as related by him via several emails: I forgot about the time limitation of our scheduled stop and thought I would like to look at the exterior of the fort, which I did.

Unfortunately my route was a dead end street. When I retraced my steps you were long gone. My fault entirely.

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George Towne decided to leave the fort on foot because "I did not know where you had gone." He asked a man he ran into, "a dog walker," how to get to Annapolis, and then sought out his most reliable locale—a neighborhood bar—for advice. He was told to take a city bus to the Greyhound station. He followed those instmctions, and: I boarded the bus with no change but a $1 bill and a $5 bill. The fare was $1.35.1 explained my predicament to the driver who directed me to put in the dollar and sit down.

She advised that Greyhound no longer serviced AnnapoUs and that I would have to take the light rail to Glen Bumie and the number 14 bus to Annapolis. From then on I could hear the driver talking on her cell phone explaining her problem passenger.

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After asking for his name the driver relayed the message she received from her office: She tumed to me and said stay on the bus to the end of the line where a ride to Annapolis was waiting for me. It was an hour ride across town ending up in what I think was the northwest section of Baltimore in front of a hospital whose name eludes me.

At the end of the line I was greeted by Officer Scott of the Maryland Transit Police.

He escorted me to his car and advised we had to wait for a second car because he was going off duty. The wait lasted almost an hour. Finally, the second car arrived complete with a patrolman driver and his sergeant. They drove me to the front door of the Marriott. When I tried to thank them they allowed it was all in the day's work.

Then, I had a late lunch of fried oysters at the seafood place at the foot of West Street.

And, I wrote a letter to the Maryland Transit Police and thanked them for their assistance.

I got a nice letter back thanking me for my thank you.

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Pres: CAPT William N. Price, USN (Ret.) Sec'y/Treas: CAPT O. M. Butler, USN (Ret.) 1101 S. Ariington Ridge Road Ariington, VA 22043 Corr. Sec'y: CAPT William A. Ellis, USN (Ret.) Goodwin House West #832 3440 S. Jefferson St., Falls Church, VA 22041-3127 h: 703-578-7546

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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

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Presidents C o m e r Submarine Centennial. Most of our Class submariners know that it has been 100 years since John Holland sold his submarine to the Navy. The Naval Submarine League in Washington has arranged a year-long celebration including an elaborate, and well-done exhibit of Post- and Cold War submarines at the Smithsonian American History Museum, well worth a visit. The League's Annual Symposium in June honored all World War II submarine veterans. 1 was invited to be the spokes-

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man for that group and was given 25 minutes to cover "100 Years of Submarines." Phil Beshany and Herb Mandel were on hand, making '38 the senior Class, as well as the largest group of veterans in attendance.

Fourth of July. Severna Park, MD, is not a very big place, but they do have an annual Fourth of July parade which requires a grand marshal. This year they sought me out as the senior flag officer (the only one, perhaps) in town. I rode on the back of a Mercedes convertible (maybe the only way I can ever accomplish that). We may have a picture for a later issue.

It's summer, so no further heavy lifting.

Class Corner Note the change in the masthead as Hugh Robinson takes over from Joe McDowell in September. Joe has provided yeoman service for a long time, longer than our extant secretarial records, and deserving of our "headset and microphone" award for his hotline. A warm welcome to Hugh, already a trasted contributor to these notes. While we are acknowledging our principal supporters, Swede Olsen has been a conscientious source from the only other lunch bunch, San Diego. Other areas with retirement concentrations are nonetheless frequentiy and thankfully helpful: Paul Schultz in Florida, Larry Pierce in northem California, and Bob Schelling in Washington. Their sharp eyes correct for our sloppy and illegible record keeping. It occurs to us, not seriously, that insertion of some errors, typographical or factual, could be a burr under the saddle stimulus to correspondence. Readers are, however, very careful not to criticize the cook for obvious reasons.

Bill Glennon notes that Jean Johnson's mail is non-deliverable at the Virginia Beach address. Can anyone give us a clue on her whereabouts? Similarly, we have a note from Bob Schelling that George Bourland's address is unknown. Jim Payne has provided a list of intriguing facts and questions about '38. Who can name the only Classmate to command an ice-breaker (and take the Columbia River cmise)? Would Tag Grell give us the tale of his undercover escape from Spain after splashing at Casablanca?

Swede Olsen writes that their summer party continues to show the joie de vivre of the San Diego bunch. It was hosted by Bill Finn at the MCRD Solarium: Becky and Charley Akers, Mary Frances Bennett, Mary Alice Buaas, Rose Callahan, Barbara and Pat Foley, Gayle and Tom Foster, Jessie and Dan Harrington, Dan Henry, Betty Jensen, Dolores and Randy Klippel, Kitty and El Ogle, Jan and Swede Olsen, Bill Ratliff, Margie and Lee Rogers, Rosemary Stott, Jean Suydam, and Peri Worthington. They were also well represented on the Columbia River cmise, which along with the 65th Reunion planning came in for discussion. Their next monthly meeting, third Thursdays, coincides with the celebration of the opening of the new Admiral Baker Golf Club for a festive start.

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Salutes Some of our Class will never leam, but they keep trying. Sylvia and Mike report attending a seminar series at the University of Indiana, and we salute our latest Elderhostlers, Jo and Hank Lauerman who are booked for an educational/recreational Elderhostel cruise in August on the Hudson, Erie Canal, Great Lakes and off at Quebec. Hank suggests it as a reunion possibility. Please give us a report and that goes for any of our other Elderhostler explorers as well. We emphasize Elderhostel which now does cmises ranging all the way to the Antarctic; no longer is it only for roughing it in a college dormitoryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;catalogues, domestic and intemational, are available in public libraries. We also keep trying, even if leaming is in one hearing aid and out the other, with our most enthusiastic if not addictive attempts at their off-shore sessions (Newfoundland, Turkey and Patagonia to date).

And, while on the subject of what's non fattening and good for you in second childhood, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is now on the shelvesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;must reading if you're tracking your great-grandchildren. We have it right next to our Dummies series, courtesy of the grandchildren. And they are right next to the condescension and understanding by our supportive siblings.

RSRH (Reefed Sail Retirement Home) Notes As our 5 July deadline approaches, the flags are out in our driveway, flagpole and dining room. We note the headlines in the presses and TV and wonder about their relevance to these notes being read in September. We'll see. Our Inbox has a message (also picked up by Ann Landers) on the forgotten sacrifices of homes and fortunes, destitution and bankraptcy, suffered by many signers of the Declaration of Independence at the hands of the British. Far beyond their wildest concepts were current tax levels or campaign issues. Nor were the antiabortionists marching in Denver, the right to life. Nor, a retired Colorado supreme court justice making legal waves for assisted suicide, the right to die. Nor, editorial pages raising the issues of genetic engineering, the right to control life, nor the right of DNA privacy (from an HMO or FBI). Privacy on the Intemet is hacked. After 50 years (two generations), the North and South Koreans are talking. And, ADM Bill Owens '62, hits the book reviews with Lifting the Fog of War calling for a complete RMA, revolution in military affairs (right on in our view, but there goes Mahan, naval traditions and Political Correctness). One has only to read Dereliction of Duty, by McMaster USMA ' 84, to leam how badly revolution is needed. So here it is September and we'll ask if any of our presidential candidates have squarely addressed any ofthe above. But then, do-nothing may be better than uninformed ukase and at least their biographies won't be bargains in adult book stores. Our RSRHers here are voters (because our activities room happens to be a precinct polling place?). How retired can we afford to be?

Jim Payne swears in godson ENS Trevor Grant '00

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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 Mimicking '38's hsting of their "eight" attendees at theh monthly Washington luncheon, the twenty '39ers who attended their June Washington luncheon are herewith listed: Paul Loustaunau (who revealed that '39's executive conmiittee had decided to forget about buying Dean Mosher's "Battie of Mobile Bay" painting, and would hold up the $13,000 sequestered for this possible purchase and consider using it for another project—to be later decided upon), J.C. Lawrence (a legal eagle who talked about the law implications of extraditing littie Elian Gonzalez back to Cuba), Vad Utgoff, Bob Wood, Norm Bennett, Fred Kittler, Gerry Norton, Stan Hindman, Dave Bill, Ned Beach who was off to his summer home on the Kategat at the base of Sweden, and who Loren Kiser violentiy objects to as a suggested Class icon. "Just because he wrote 13 books," and who asks, "Why not choose a fellow with the biggest number of medals?" and, "Isn't it sacrilegious to apotheosize someone for their secular achievements?" Well said, Loren! Now what does it mean? Then Loren adds, "I hope the executive committee takes another look at this silly idea." We did that, and decided to plug Grant Rogers for trading in his astronaut space suit for mnning shoes so he can carry an unsnuffable torch on a leg of the 6,600-inile relay from Athens, Greece, to Sydney, Australia, for the 2002 Olympic Games Grant*^ Who else'

(Bill Ruhe), Jim Coleman, Bing Gillette, whose laser operated-on right eye to reattach his retina, has so far been a failure, Murray Frazee, down from Gettysburg, Stan Claypoole, Roman Mrozinski, Jeff Miller, Pres Shamer, Jim Glennon, and Bud Gore.

With twenty '39ers in attendance, the vitality of '39 was clearly evident. However, listed as seriously ailing were: Carl Pfeifer, Bob Merritt, Jim Smith, and Charlie Chandler, the reliable Butch Coulter of Annapolis was taking his wife, Marie, to Bethesda, and Flip Anderson was tied up with H&R Block work, but his Carolyn selected the food for the luncheon and made the table decorations.

Several people observed that Primo Kornahrens' name was not mentioned at the Memorial Service that was held on the 60th at the Naval Academy Chapel as a deceased '39er No mea culpa. But here's an attempt to set things straight: "The Class apologetically ?rets this error!"

Grant Rogers Grant Rogers writes: I've been cleared by the Mayo Clinic as physically fit to carry the Olympic flaming torch in the 6,600-inile relay from Athens, Greece, to Sydney, Australia, for the Games in 2002. However, they didn't check my mentalfitness.I will carry the flaming torch in a 60-mile leg of the relay, and may have to use SCUBA gear to carry it underwater across a 20-mile leg of the Great Barrier Reef—that is 40 feet deep. This is my third Olympics in which I will have been a torchbearer. Also, at 87 years of age, I may be the oldest torch carrier yet! Thefive-ringinsignia covering my right armpit is the official symbol for the Sydney Games. And I'll carry the torch in my left hand, as shown, while running.

Loren Kiser Grant also writes that he still attends the This puts Ned Beach on the shelf and sub- annual National Hobo Convention in Britt, lA, stitutes Grant Rogers as the Class icon. OK every summer—having qualified to do so by Loren? At least Grant assures us that he is riding the rails to get to the Naval Academy in cleared by the Mayo Clinic—as physically 1935. (I'm also qualified for this convention, fit—"but they didn't check my mental fitness." having ridden the rods in 1932 to get to the Obviously! At the luncheon were also: myself Shipmate, September 2000

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John Hodapp John Hodapp sent a note that listed his new address as of 12 April 2000: Moved out of the crowded, noisy San Francisco Bay area to the quiet community of Chico, 90 miles north of Sacramento. My new address is Sixth Avenue, North, Great Falls, MT 59401, 406-452-4099.

Below his signature was the notation: One-time Literary Assistant to C.S. Forester, author of The Good Shepherd and the Homblower series. My health is now only "just fair."

Paul Adams, who said that the pacemaker he had implanted in his chest about six months ago, was painless, and he couldn't feel it was there. It evidently keeps him clicking efficiently. He also reported that Betty and John Guerry had won first place in a Stack duplicate bridge tournament that has bridge players from five southeastern states. This is big time stuff. What?

A sad note was that Drury Kemp Mitchell had died in Charleston, SC, on 3 May 2000.

He had lived in Sandpiper Village, TX, (Mt. Pleasant) since 1996. His wife, Marjorie, had died in Febmary 1992.1 looked him up in the '39 Lucky Bag in order to place him. His picture made me remember him touchingly as a sweet, nice guy who was a member of the 7th Company and of whom I had pleasant memories. He was honorably discharged on 1 June 1939 and did not receive a commission.

A call from Stan Claypoole confirmed that they'd spent the last ten days in London pursuing their great love of antique china and "walking everywhere." Betty noted that they'd seen an absolutely superb and memorable performance of The King and I, as part of their nightlife.

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wife, Carolyn, will be sure to get them dehvered.

As for the atomic clock at the Naval Academy, it's not mnning. "And not even walking" notes Denny Weitzenfeld.

Ernie Schwab's super photos shown here were taken, at the '39 Washington luncheon in June, with his digital camera.

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A reception was held at his home in Alexandria after his burial. Norm Bennett reported that he'd seen over a dozen '39ers at Fred's funeral and that things were pretty grim as he was lowered into his grave.

The executive committee has strongly recommended that for our 63rd Reunion in 2002 the Class take a raft trip up the Columbia River in Oregon and end in the Snake River in Idaho.

We'll have about 40 of the 78 cabins reserved for the overnight stay in May. Willy Stiles has made this outing and strongly recommends this trip for all '39ers to consider. He's "been there and done it."

A few sad notes: Bob Wadsworth's wife, Louise, died on 19 April 2000, Steve "Slick" Johnson died on 25 April, Earl Compton Moore, a non grad, died on 7 November 1999, Ted Ustick died on 10 May, Gordon Gayle's wife, Kaki, had a stroke three weeks ago, DeWitt Patterson's wife, Charlotte, discovered a cancer behind her right eyeball, and Ronnie Loustaunau needs a plastic-covered artery in her left leg to keep the blood flowing. '39ers are just wearing out!

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Pres: CAPT William M. Carpenter, USN (Ret.) 1119 Aquia Drive, Stafford, VA 22554 Sec'y: CAPT Jacob V. Heimark, USN (Ret.) 410 Old Gulph Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Corr. Sec'y: CAPT Edward C. Sledge, USN (Ret) 932 Shetland Court, McLean, VA 22102 A topnotch planning committee, consisting of Steve Brody, Betty Bowell, Bill Carpenter, Jo Gray, Dick Heath, Ted Hill, Shipmate, September 2000

Bill Lamb, John Lacouture, Bill Scott, and Ed Sledge, led by John Chase, provided us with an outstanding 60th Reunion. Besides gathering 193 members of die '40 family, tiiey arranged excellent accommodations for us at the Marriott Hotel on (he Annapolis Waterfront next to Gate Foiu" which gave us a good base for our activities. Bus service, arranged by Bill Lamb, got us where we wanted to go without having to drive our cars. And of great importance, the overall schedule they arranged left us considerable free time for renewing friendships.

Among highlights, Deacon Steve Brody, with able help from recent widows, Joan Healey, Jo Gray and Betty Bowell, led a very moving memorial service.

At the lunch, which followed at the Officers' Club, John McMullen displayed the Stanley Cup which his hockey team. The Jersey Devils, won this year for the second time.

Here is a picture showing Mac with his latest achievement. After owning this now world champion team for 18 years, John has sold it.

What will be his next adventure? We all are confident that it will be another resounding success. Many of you will recall seeing John, with Classmates, watching his team on TV during our 55th Year Reuiuon when they won this cup for the first time.

That evening at Alumni Hall, we all enjoyed the dinner dance where the musicians played good music from 60 years ago. With that, Classmates showed that they had not forgotten how to dance. The next day, except for a relaxing noonday picnic and the evening farewell dinner, there was time for lots of picture taking and much happy laughter as each one remembered fiin times together. Please send me copies so we can share them with the whole Class. From the accompanying pictures, you can see that at our very happy Reunion, this was the most fun part.

Here is a listing of the 87 Classmates and the 106 more ofthe '40 family who were there: Annie and Vaughn Andres; Lucy and Maurice Baldwin; Jo Ann and Chuck Beers; Mary and Tom Bellinger; Dorrie and Tony Benjes; D'Arcy and Ned Bent; Art Berndtson; Mary and Bill Bottenberg; Betty Bowell; Margaret and John Brody; Jeanne and Don Bruce; Cissi and Cliff Bundy; Betty and Julian Burke.

Dr. John McMullen admiring his Stanley Cup Bert and Ned Gartett

Bert and Ned Garrett; Rowena and Ralph Gerber with sons, Bradley and Stephen; Isabelle and Virg Gex; Barbara and Phil Glennon; Pat and Fred Gorczyk; Jo Gray; John Greenbacker; Mildred and Virgil Hancock and son, Lyle; Chris and Mike Hanley; Jean and John Hardy; Joan Healey; Loretta Hechler; Betty and Jake Heimark; Charlotte and Gene Hemley; Ruth Henry; Julianne and Ted Hill; Margaret and Ajax Hiller; Marguerite and Lucian Hunt.

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Eloise and John Caldwell; Whiff Caldwell and daughters, Diane and Carolyn; Connie Carlson; Isabel and Swede Carlson; Mary and Bill Carpenter; Pat Champion; Eloise and John Chase; Marjorie and John Clagett; Betty and Pat Clancy; Mira Frances and Jim Cochran; Dorothy and Dave Davenport with grandson, Todd Lehman, wife. Angle, and greatgrandson, Todd Jr; Gene Dueber; Mary Anne and Phil Eckert; Carol and Jim Elkins; Dot and Tom Elliott; Flossie and Harry Fischer; Jeanne and Sam Forter; Ben Frana and Joyce Crowther; Margaret and Fritz Freund.

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Jack Newbould; Betty and Bob Newcomb; Bud Newhall; Jacque and Dick Parker; Bob Pauli; Mary and Jake Plummer; Lyle Ramsey and son Richard; Anne and Dusty Rhodes; Marguerite and Ted Rodgers with son Tony and his wife, Mary Jane, plus daughters Mary Anne, and Meg with her husband, James Timberlake, and son Harrison.

Bill South and his sister, Lois Burwell

Yvonne Kalen; Mary Lou and Fred Karch; Betty and Stormy Karl; Pat and Bob Kaufman; Dave King; George Kittredge; Scotti and George Kronmiller; John Lacouture; Maureen and Bill Lamb; Kit and Ash Little and daughter Mary; Helen Longino; Kaki and Sandy MacGregor; Bill Mack and T. Woodruff; Ed Malloy; Helen Vogel Maulsby; Jacquie and Mac McMullen; Nan Meyer; Mary Louise Moon; Marge and Ed Muhlenfeld.

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Betty and Bruce Rohn; Florence Roseborough; Belle and Ernie Sanford; Ruth and Bud Schafer; Warren Schoen; Bill Scott; Betty and Harvey Seim; Eunice Milliken Shepard, daughter Judy Sweet, and Nancy and Bmce Milliken; Mary and Ed Sledge; H. C. "Moe" Smith; Bill South and sister Lois Burwell; Wick and Tad Stanwick; Lucy and Karl Stefan; Lee and Harry Stirling; and Mary Lou and John Straker.

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Clare and Ed Hayes missed coming because Ed suffered a broken leg and other injuries from a severe fall. His unquenchable spirit continues high with the Hayes' among the first to commit to coming to our 65th. From the '40 family our best wishes for a rapid full recovery.

Bill Carpenter reports that he still has some reimion scarves and ties; available for $10 each.

Farewells This month it is my sad duty to report the loss of two outstanding long-time Navy wives.

In Neosho, MI, in Febmary, Puddy Anderson died. She was a warm, gracious lady who was a wonderful helpmate to her husband, ADM Roy Anderson. At this time there are no further details. Neither do we have contact with any family members. We can assume, I believe, that she was buried with her husband, Roy. On 16 June, after a long, hard stmggle with cancer, we lost one ofthe tme gems ofthe '40 family, Sis Crandall Refo Lacouture. Besides her husband, John Lacouture, sons, Scott Crandall, CAPT Carter Refo '65, and Ian Refo, and daughter, Patricia, survive hen She was buried on 3 July at Arlington National Cemetery. That dear lady will be greatly missed by her many friends. To her grieving family members, the '40 family send our heartfelt condolences.

Only '40 has won the Stanley Cup. Jake

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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 Sidonia and Bill McReynolds made a trip to New Zealand last April. Bill has written an interesting and comprehensive report of the trip. Clearly they had a thoroughly enjoyable time on what was for them a most worthwhile experience. Unfortunately the account is too long to be included in the Class column. For those of you contemplating a trip to New Zealand, Bill's trip report has a lot of interestShipmate, September 2000

McReynolds on Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand Gene Somers recently disclosed one of his hidden talents by winning an Annapolis Yacht Club fishing tournament by catching the largest rockfish of the day, size unknown. If he keeps this up, perhaps we can have rockfish on the menu at the 60th. Maggie and T\illy Shelley passed through the Annapolis area last spring in order to witness the graduation of their grandson, Kyle Shelley Pitman '00 and to pin on his bars as a second lieutenant, USMC.

Bar Pinning—Shelley, 2ndLt Kyle Shelley Pitman, and Susan Shelley Pitman The San Diego group was scheduled to have its usual summer gala affair at the Sub Base on 19 July and I hope to have a report on it and some pictures next month. Along with his submission to Mac McLellon for the 60th Anniversary book, Dick Wright laid claim to the title of Class Vagabond. His bona fides follow: Traveled by motor home in every country in North, Central and South America except Surinam and Guyana; Traveled by motor home in every country in Europe, including Eastem Europe, except Albania and Russia (traveled widely in Russia and USSR but by train and bus); Traveled by train, bus, truck, bush taxi, canoe and bicycle in 30 of the approximately 50 countries of Africa (this includes Cap Blanc, the northernmost point of Africa; Dakar the westernmost point and Cape

Agulhas, the southernmost point but missed Ras Asir, the easternmost point); Traveled by train, bus and truck in all the countries of Asia except North Korea, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Bmnei and Bhutan (including Tibet, Lhasa to Xigaze); Traveled by car and train throughout New Zealand and across Australia; Traveled in the principal islands of the Indian Ocean—Madagascar, Mauritius, Reunion and Seychelles; Visited Antarctica (by a Chilean Navy support ship); Drove a motor home from Ireland to India and Nepal and back, touring en route also in Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan; Toured in Jordan and Israel but missed Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Yemen; Cruised my own 36' trawler-type boat (a Grand Banks) in the Bahamas, the Virgin and Caribbean islands; Cmised down the Mississippi River from Lake Itasca, the source, to the Gulf of Mexico, the mouth; Cruised on the Amazon, Nile, Yangtse, Congo and Ubangi rivers; Drove across the Sahara Desert and in the Gobi and Kalahari deserts; Seen the peaks of Mt. Everest, Mt. Aconcagua, Mt. McKinley and Kilimanjaro; Took the longest train ride in the world: from Lisbon, Portugal, to Nahodka (next door to Vladivostok) on the Sea of Japan (including the Trans-Siberian Railroad with side trips to Outer Mongolia—Ulan Bator and Gobi Desert). Followed this by crossing North America (Vancouver to New York) by train—thus circumnavigating the globe by train except for the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans; Made eight trips in China including, by train and bus, 25 ofthe 27 provinces, including Inner Mongolia and Kashi, the westernmost town of China.

You will also be glad to know—especially you Marines—that he has been to Timbuktu.

Not only have most of the rest of us not been to these places where Dick has traveled but I, for one, cannot even find some of them on the map! It is a bit surprising that he has not touched the North or South Pole. He's getting closer, however, because his next stop is Spitzbergen. Dick has my vote as the Class Vagabond p a r excellence.

The June issue of Naval Institute Proceedings has an interesting article by our honorary Classmate, Dick Miller, entitied "The Same Sub Design—Again?" Those of you interested in nuclear power plants of the future will find it well worth reading. If you do not subscribe, perhaps a nearby library or the Internet at www.usni.org can help you. Some pictures showed up in my mail the other day and, since you have not seen some of the pictured ones in a while, they are included here.

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tist but never did get there, dying at age 31, unmarried, in a climbing accident while climbing Lizards Head Peak in Telluride, CO, after returning from a successful climb of Nandi Devi in the Himalayas with a British expedition (he was an experienced mountain climber who was a highly desired member of all high altitude expeditions, because he could climb above 26,000 feet without the use of oxygen).

My youngest son, Michael, is a dentist (also from Georgetown,) who practices in Laguna Niguel, CA, and has a family of two boys and a daughter. He also was a Marine, aviation supply officer, but resigned after one tour to attend dental school.

I am indeed sorry that I put Christy in the wrong generation, but when I get so much news in retum, I may continue to make mistakes! Thanks, Stu, for the information.

In April, Tina and Tom Wolfe visited San Diego to board a Holland American cmise ship for a 15-day cmise to and around the Hawaiian Islands in company with Tina's brother and his wife. Cliff Lenz and Tom went through flight training together and flew the land-based PV bombers so the families got together for a good visit.

McRory In some previous Shipmates I have told you about the wonderful accomplishments of Stu Jones' "daughter," Christy. Stu has restored accuracy to the column with the following note: Christy is my 30-year-old granddaughter.

She is the oldest of four daughters born to my second son, Tom, (who is a neurosurgeon in Santa Barbara, CA,) and Pamela Becker Jones (daughter of CAPT John Becker '35, USN (Ret.), who went into the Merchant Marine after graduation and came back to active duty when World War II started).

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Lenz and Tom Wolfe In June, Vic Rowney moved to a new address, which is shown at the end of the column, and it may have gotten into the new class roster According to my latest count there are 51 of us who have email addresses. A roster of these addresses can be reached on the Intemet at www.usna.com. Click on "Classes" and then click on "1941." If you know of a Classmate who is on the Internet but whose name and address are not listed, please send them to me at vdelano@aol.com.

After a long and difficult illness, Duke Windsor died at a retirement complex in Ponte

Vedra, FL, where he had been in a virtual coma for some time before his demise. I valued Duke's friendship as do so many of us and I had a brief visit with him in Febmary. It was all too sadly apparent that his days were numbered. A memorial service was held in Ponte Vedra conducted by his son. Skip. Duke's ashes will be interred beside his late wife, Bess, in the cemetery at Point Loma, CA. Skip has suggested that those who wish to make a gift in his memory send it to U.S. Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 33104, 1750 Radford Blvd., Suite B, NAS Pensacola, FL 32508-3104.

In May, we lost Willie DeVenter from cardiac arrest after a long and hard stmggle with diabetes. Willie was a stem and effective manager of the San Diego area group of Classmates. He arranged the lunches, the annual coed dinner affair, and then did his best to see that everyone got there. He continued this task faithfully until his health made it impossible.

Of course, Veda was a great help throughout and to her goes our sympathy and understanding at this sad time for all of us.

In March we lost our Classmate, Tom T\irner, from a massive stroke. His wife predeceased him four years ago. Although Rosie started in Tennessee, he settled and stayed in California for retirement. Tom's daughter, Sally Elms, lives in Bakersfield and young Tom lives in Chula Vista. They and a third Tumer have produced seven grandchildren and at least two great grandchildren of whom Tom was very proud. To all of them go our sincere condolences in their loss and I know we share their feelings.

Since "clear thinking" is the meaning associated with sapphires, no wonder so many Classmates bought sapphires for their Class rings. It also happens to be the appropriate stone for those bom in September and here are those clear thinkers: Baughan, Bienvenu, Boyd, Brandt, Byrd, Cagle, Calhoun, Davenport, Fields, Grabowsky, Hunt, Lemos, Rowse, Simons, Spritzen, Sterling, Stram, Werth and Whitaker That's a good bundle of thoughtful Classmates who deserve a "Happy Birthday."

The new class rosters may have reached you by now, but if not, here are some changes to the old one: Jim Lynch has a new email address, jplynch2@aol.com; Vic Rowney, 4249 Sheldon Circle, Pleasanton, CA 945884875, 925-846-8144; Herb Weyrauch's email address was incorrectly printed in the June issue. The correct address is heweyrauch@gateway.net.

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to have lunch with the San Diego Classmates on Wednesday, 28 June. John Davis reported Annual Membership: 34% that Bill Morgan expressed the appreciation Life Membership: 50% of the group of Jim's valiant effort by reviewing the procedure that had been followed over Pres: CAPT James D. Small, USN (Ret.) the years in the construction of a "Salassi Secy: CDR R.S. Day, USN (Ret.) Martini." He then presented Jim with a metal 2426 Chestnut St., Falls Church, VA 22043-3052 spray bottie so that the proper amount of verBill Dozier, who, with Jean, holds down our mouth could be applied.

Hawaii outpost, reports that they are in good Their luncheon chairman, Willie Weber, had healthâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;supported by the usual dosage of pills worked his usual magic in setting up a most for their share of creaks and groans and with enjoyable lunch at Reuben's Restaurant. In an eye to the 60th Reunion. He and Ken West addition to Weber, Morgan, Davis and Salassi, '35 were honored as the two Navy veterans to the attendees were Charlie Bishop, Gene participate in the first pacific celebration of Farrell, Des desGranges, John Drew, Tom the Battie of Midway. It opened witii a well Pearson and Dick Sewall. organized ceremony at the CinCPacFlt Charlie Bishop has provided proof positive |8:00 a.m. moming colors on 30 May. ADM of Trilby and Max Duncan's visit to San DiThomas Fargo '70, whose father is Bill Fargo ego on 7 May. The TV antenna sprouting from '39, was the principle speaker The highlight Dick Sewail's head and the hummingbird of the week was a retum trip to Midway on 4 looking over Charlie's shoulder offset Maino Juneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a long, one day event. RADM Al desGranges' reluctance to put down his Harms, Deputy CincPacFlt, was the senior glass thus adding authenticity to the Navy representative and made all the speeches. foursome's pose.

They spent seven hours in the air and four on Don Wilson checked in to note that his sons the island. attended the University of Virginia, not all that Bin reported the goonies are still around the far from Chatham where Dick Arey lived. I atoll and ready to begin flying the end of June. had misread his former letter and announced The tiger sharks are back in the lagoon to feast that they were attending the Naval Academy. on those birds that washout during flight trainNorm Nash's son, Gordon, was in the ing. Turned out that this was a well scripted Philippines for a joint exercise and arranged a media event and when interviewed he found breakfast with Bobby Lim. They had known that his desire to tell of the Class participation each other for years so it made for a most inin the battle and our monument at the Naval teresting meal where conversation nearly supAcademy were ignored. He had hoped to point planted eating. Bobby was off to a business out that having the sub tenders in Midway put our submarines 1,300 miles closer to the hunting grounds in the Empire and the East China Sea waters. He was able to state that he had been an ensign on TAMBOR (SS-198). It was a brief but wonderful trip back in time.

Footnote: Midway is a National Wildlife Refuge. Visitors are limited to 150 at one time.

The tour group Destination Midway, mn by Rick Gaffney, the son of a WWII Naval aviator, offers sport fishing, diving, eco-tours, and wildlife photo ops. Rick may be reached by fax at 808-325-7023 or by email at CAPTRICK @ KONA.NET. Bill Houser continues his travels and visits with Classmates. That brought him to the home of Peg and Doug Plate in Charleston, SC, where both were in good spirits and sent their "eetings to all.

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meeting in Spoleto, Italy, following their meeting. We'll see him with his daughter, Nieves, at the 60th.

An interesting letter from Shirley included a number of photos Eric Hopley had taken at the Naval Academy. She suggested that they might be a happy addition to the Class column which I shall certainly honor as the occasion permits. Shirley has been going through Eric's voluminous papers and has turned over a three-year collection of Shipmate to the library at the Mirimar MCAS. She has been in touch with Fran Poage, widow of Robert Poage, who has moved from California and is living with son, Robert, at 118 Heller Hill Rd., Blairstown, NJ 07825; 908-459-5012. She had been slowed down by a stroke a year ago, so she does not drive and would enjoy hearing from Classmates and friends.

A voice from the past! Zoe Tower, Bob Tower's widow, has foresaken Australia and is living with her daughter, Paula Tower Miller at 507 Wolfe Ct., SW, Leesburg, VA 20175.

Zoe had retumed to her homeland and lived there 30 years after Bob died.

Peggy and Bunky Herndon have moved to a new retirement community, Riderwood Village, at 3112 Gracefield Rd. #506, Silver Spring, MD 20904. Same phone and email address. Ruth and Jack Gommengenger have moved to a new cottage home in Collington Community at 10450 Lottsford Rd., Mitchelville, MD 20741-2734; 301-925-7206.

Dwight Raymond (dwelray@juno.com) is

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living at 114 St. Andrews Dr., Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234-7723; 609-601-1824. He, like Scroggie, is still in therapy from his stroke concentrating on regaining his voice.

Betty and Dick King have moved into a retirement home and now live at 1055-W Joppa Rd. #645, Towson, M D 21204. Bob Connor has a n n o u n c e d his e n g a g e m e n t to Betty Kinzer, like himself, a resident of The Fairfax, a retirement home also enjoyed by Peggy and Jake Glick and Ruth 0 p p . Betty is the daughter of an Army colonel, the widow of an Army brigadier, and the mother of a Navy captain who is a carrier fighter pilot.

John Hosey advised the Alumni Association that his father, Bill Hosey, had died on 4 June after a long illness. No further information has been received. The ashes of Shirley and Moe Murch were interred in Arlington Cemetery on 23 June rather than being placed in the Columbarium as reported previously.

Hal, Betty and Charlie JT Hill flnally received the missing roll of film from the golf toumament which Rita had taken and thought was forever lost. Featured are the "gang;" one ofthe foursomes. Gen Jim Lawrence, USMC, Norm Nash, Jake Glick and Bob Reilly; and Hal Wynne, Betty Allsopp, and Charlie Allsopp.

Martha Jane and Charlie Smith are among the handful of intrepid Classmates who are undertaking extensive travels, and Charlie is kind enough to share their experiences from time to time with the Class.

Martha Jane and Ihadabusy year in 1999.

Our first trip was to Spain in February with the Hirshhom docents (Martha Jane is one).

The trip's primary purpose was to see the new Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. The building, designed by architect Gehry, was far more interesting than any of the art on display. The part of the outside that was not glass was covered with titanium. The inside was so artanged that many of the exhibit rooms could be viewed from the level above.

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in Madrid and a couple in Barcelona.

In July we took a cmise to Alaska. The cruise on DAWN PRINCESS through the inside passage included stops at Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway. If we had made the cruise a few years earlier, I would have been able to visit my Academy roommate Gil Acker in Skagway (Gil had since moved to Annapolis and passed away in August 1997). While these ports of call were interesting, watching the glaciers was fascinating.

The tour part started after debarking in Seward. After spending the night in Anchorage, we flew to Dead Horse, the airport for Pmdhoe Bay. This is the northem terminus of the Alaska Pipeline. We had a tour of the oil field and the pumping station and had a stop on the beach of the Arctic Ocean. Although the pack ice was out of sight over the horizon it was too cold to do more than put our pinkies in the water. It was here that we saw our first caribou. After a dinner of caribou stew and a night's sleep in the rather primitive Arctic Caribou Inn, we headed south by bus. It took two days to reach Fairbanks and was one of the most interesting bus trips I have ever taken. The first day was mostly nothing but tundra until we came to the Brooks Range late in the day. One might think that a tundra landscape would be boring but not to me. We saw more wild life there than any other place; grizzly bear, muskrat, arctic fox, arctic hare, and many caribou as well as lots and lots of birds. Our guide/driver had lived in Alaska all his life and knew them all and could see them before anyone else could. At the halfway point, we stayed overnight at Coldfoot. They brag that the temperature was once recorded there at -82 degrees Fahrenheit. Back in Fairbanks, we did the usual paddlewheel steamer trip and panned for gold. I managed a few flakes and when weighed, I was told that it was worth $2. Martha Jane's haul was worth twice as much. The final item on our tour was the visit to Denali National Park. A train took us to the park and we had a bus tour of the park. Again, we saw lots of animals. This time they included some moose. It was too cloudy to see Mt. McKinley. The next day we signed up to take a flight in a small plane to get a closer look at the big one. We were successful. We had a good view from 11,000 feet about two miles away. The photo shows us in front of the plane with our pilot and the gun he claims he always carries to protect himself from grizzly bears if he has to make a forced landing in the park.

Charlie, Martha Jane and pilot Then on to Anchorage for our flight home the next day. One final note, the weather was crystal clear as we started the flight and we were able to view all those glaciers from 33,000 feet.

In September, we took a tour of Copper Canyon in Mexico. They claim it is four times as big as our Grand Canyon. That may be but, having visited the Grand Canyon several times, it is by far the more spectacular sight. We enjoyed the trip except for the long days in the bus.

That is about it for 1999, except that I didn't mention the '42 Memphis to New Orleans paddlewheel steamer cruise in March, or our trip to Vero Beach to spend a week with the grandchildren in a time share or a couple of stints baby sitting them in Riverton, NJ. We are slowing down. The only trip we have taken this year is one to Italy. We joined Grand European Tours in March for a trip to Rome, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast and Sicily. The hardest part of this tour was getting there and back on the plane. I've just about decided that we are getting too old to fly. The trip was very worthwhile. The highlight was the revisit to the Sistine Chapel now that the cleaning of the art works has been completed. It was spectacular. We also had a very good tour of Pompeii with a well informed guide. I had visited the site in the '50s and didn't think much of it. There were a lot of Greek and Roman ruins in Sicily.

The thing I liked most was being able to get up close to Mount Etna, an active volcano.

There is continuous activity. You can see puffs of steam from it all the time and in the night showers of sparks. One night on the way back to our hotel we saw a small stream of lava at the top of the mountain. Fortunately, it didn't last long and we escaped

'42 at 14 June luncheon: Norm Nash, Rufe Porter, Frank O'Brien, Jake Glick, and Max Duncan Shipmate, September 2000

without a major emption. They say it is the most measured and watched volcano in the world and the experts will know long in advance when anything major is going to take place.

Swabbo Rawson, who enjoys photographing our various local Washington area gettogethers almost as much as Rita Hill, sent along three photos from our 14 June luncheon at Ft. M y e r

who was sincere, conscientious and highly motivated to succeed in the Navy. It was with a great sense of sadness that we said goodbye when he left the Naval Academy. I was especially pleased, therefore, when we met many years later and I learned that he had served with distinction as a Naval Reserve Officer and ultimately chose the ministry as a career. By then, he was highly respected and revered by his congregation and the community in general.

Classmate Captures Island!

We've had a wide variety of achievements by our Classmates, but there have been no reports like this one which comes from our Classmate Dan Karcher. Here is Dan's report, in his own words: In the summer of 1944, shortly before the invasion of southem France, my destroyer, ERICSSON (DD-440), was patrolling just off the coast of France, near Marseille and Bill Montgomery, Jack Mitchell, Jack Hinchey, and Toulon. We suddenly received orders to inNorm Nash vestigate a report that a large German gun was located on the island of Porquerolles, about 12 miles southeast of Toulon. If this were true, this gun could emulate the "Guns of Navarone" and could be quite a nuisance diuing the expected invasion of France.

We approached the island and examined it as carefully as possible, and as no shots were fired at us, the captain decided that we Buzz Betzel, Tom Williamson, Hap Day, and Hal should send a landing party ashore to reconWynne noiter more closely. Since I was one of the ship's junior officers, had trained all hands in rifle and small arms firing, and had been exposed to all those detailed instmctions in Annual Membership: 35% landing force doctrine not too long before at Life Membership: 51% the Academy, I was directed to take charge!

We assembled what was called our "landPres: CAPT E. A. Robie USN (Ret.) ing party" on the quarterdeck, about 15 men 2111 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401 including gunners mates, bos'ns, several h: 410-224-0850; e: edrobie@aol.com seamen, a signalman, and a corpsman. Our Sec'y: CAPT "Jack" Van Ness Jr., USN (Ret.) weapons included many Springfield rifles, 7108 Broxburn Dr., Bethesda, MD 20817 two "tommy guns," a BAR, and lots of 45s. h: 301-320-4564; w: 202-357-3762 We were a motley group, but we were ready! e: Jvanness43@aol.com When the executive officer called down from the bridge to "synchronize watches," I Earl D. Biggers found mine did not want to "sync," so I enThe Rev. Earl D. Biggers, who joined our deavored to borrow a watch from one of the Class when we entered the Naval Academy in many onlookers only to be told: "Can't have the summer of 1939, but who was "bilged out" mine, you may not be coming back!" So at the end of Plebe Year as being "eye-unsat," much for home team support! After this was died in mid-April of this year in San Diego. straightened out, we loaded into the ship's He served with distinction during World War whaleboat and took off for Porquerolles.

II on the destroyer WALKE, which saw considOur approach to the island was made from erable action in the Pacific. the seaward side, only to find that there were no piers, jetties, or other places to land. With After the war. Earl eamed bachelor's and much care and trepidation the coxswain master's degrees in analytic chemistry and was edged the boat in safely between two large very successful in this field when he made a rocks, and we clambered ashore as best we major career change and entered the ministry. could.

Retiring in 1982, he and his wife, Dorothy, The island was quite rocky and overgrown moved to San Diego, where he devoted his with heavy bmsh, and, of course, there were energies to opposing racism, sexism, and econo paths up the side of the steep cliff, which n o m i c d e p r e s s i o n . E a r l ' s a s h e s will b e rose some four or five hundred feet above sprinkled in the Pacific. us.

We stmggled up the cliff, and although we His friend and Classmate Fenton Smith said tried to be quiet, I'm sure that everyone on that although Earl only spent one year as a the island had seen our approach, and had member of our Class, he "was always interheard our ascent. Luckily there was no fire ested in the Class and Navy news." from above, or we would not have lasted Another friend, roommate, and Classmate very long.

Bob Hansen writes: When we finally reached the top, we came As his Plebe Summer roommate, I rememonto a wide open space, and were immediber Earl as a warm and friendly young man.

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ately surrounded by a large group of ragged and emaciated men, all shouting in some foreign language. I was able to establish communications with one man who spoke French, and learned that the men were Armenians—German POWs—who served as ammunition handlers and porters for the Germans, who had left the island only a few days earlier, taking all food, provisions and ammunitions with them.

We found the German gun—a large one of at least 150 mm—on a firm gun mount of concrete and under a camouflaged cover. It was fully functional, except that the Germans had carried away the breechblock and all ammunition.

Meanwhile, all of the Armenians were trying to surtender to me, to be fed, and to be evacuated from the island, now in my possession.

We signaled the ship, describing the situation on the island, and were directed to disengage, which we promptly did. I planted no American flag, and took no prisoners, so I really can't say that I "captured an enemy island."

And upon returning to our ship, the heartiest accolade I received was from the man who had loaned me his watch, when he said: "Well done! You actually retumed with my watch!"

Dan, you are being too modest! You took the island, the German gun was disabled, those on the island surrendered to you, and you retumed to your destroyer without a single casualty, not to mention that your borrowed watch was retumed to its owner. Well done, Dan Karcher!

Looks Like a Record!

Classmate John Lobdell sends in this story on our Classmate George Bryan: While our many accomplished Classmates have many achievements for which they truly can be most proud, George Bryan can surely claim the Class record for "Most Ships Commanded" and "Most Years as Commanding Officer." The record speaks for itself: CO, LST 664,1947-1949; CO, EVANSVILLE (PF-70), 1951-1953; CO, HAAS ( D E - 4 2 4 ) ,

1953-1954; CO, CONWAY (DD-507), 19581961; CO, ALDEBARAN (AF-10), 1963-1964 What a record!

George retired in 1971, moved to Albuquerque, NM, and operated businesses there for many years. Unfortunately, more than six years ago he suffered a debilitating stroke, which keeps him in a wheel chair and severely limits his speech. He is wonderfully cared for by his wife, Jeanne Ellen, one of our outstanding '43 wives. The Bryans have three children: George R. Bryan III '67, an attorney; a daughter, Kathy, a nurse; and Bill, a computer specialist.

George has a very positive and upbeat attitude and is an example for all of us. Take a moment to drop George a "Hang in there, good buddy" note. Send it to CAPT George R. Bryan Jr., 10512 Karen N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87111.

No Matter How Hard They Studied...

Sometimes things just don't seem fair You will remember that there were some of our

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Classmates for whom the academics were just a breeze. These were our "Star Men." For all of the rest of us there was just never-ending studying and the hope to do better than 2.5.

For our First Class year we had 20 Companies and 51 "Star Men." Of these 51 "brains," seven of them (or 14 percent) were in the 17th Company, and six were in the same academic section of the 17th Company. Here was the shining constellation of "Star M e n " of that academic section: Bill Riblett (#1); Dewey Struble (#16); Sam Shor (#24); Hal Woodson (#32); Richard R "Dick" Smith (#37); and "Ves" Vescovi (#42). [John Lobdell (#35) was in the same 17th Company, but in another academic section.]

You can see it now.. .the command from the instructor to "Draw Slips," and. ..kazaml.. .this group of six brilliant "Star Men" have the correct answers on the board almost before the rest of the academic section can write their names. (A littie exaggeration here.)

So let's give a special and belated salute to those "non-star" Classmates of this same academic section of the 17th Company who did the very best they could in spite of having a "Star Man" on just about every other board: Knobby Norton, Warren Olson, Bryan Pickett, Jim Reaves, Jake Rupert, Scotty Slocum, Ted Swain, Charlie Taylor, John Tazewell, and Ace Waldman!

A Formal Affair In April our sponsored Third Company extended a warm invitation to the Class of 1943 for representatives of our Class to attend a formal dining out that was to be held at Calvert House on State Circle on Friday, 5 May. Accepting with gusto and pleasure the following Classmates and wives represented our Class at this elegant event: Ginny and Bill Busik; Squidge and Dave Holmes; Geo and Wes Bumett; Jane and Les Heselton; Wally and Bill Newlon; LaNelle and Det Detweiler; Eleanor and Dick Lazenby; Mary and Bernie Frese; Patty and Ed Robie; and Cliff Gates.

The speaker for the evening was CAPT David Hoffman '62, USN ( R e t ) , a POW during the Vietnam War. In his Remarks, CAPT Hoffman offered his advice to the future officers of the Navy and Marine Corps present, highlighted with sea stories and POW stories.

Toasts were made to our commander-inchief, the Navy, the Marine Corps, M I A / POWs, and the Class of 1943. And a grand time was had by all!

Nothing is Easy You will recall the unshakable goal of our Classmate Dick Phelps to enter the Naval Academy from his enlisted status. Previous segments of his story were filled with last minute obstacles that would have discouraged others less resolute than Dick. He is going to make it, but not without a scary episode while at NAPS. Listen to this report from our determined Classmate: After I got to NAPS in Norfolk, we lived in a wooden barracks built during World War I. The windows leaked, and when it snowed.

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moming found piles of snow on the sill and on the floor.

We ate in a mess hall. The food was lousy.

I broke out with some very nasty pimples, some near my eyes, and far worse than anything I had ever had before. I was scared and went to sick call. The doctors took one look and turned me in to a small ward they had near the clinic. I don't remember how they treated my condition, but they sure fed well.

The doctors asked lots of questions, many about what I had been eating in the mess hall.

I simply told them the tmth and they became furious. When my condition was cured and I went back to eating in the NAPS mess hall, the food was greatl There were crates of fresh fruit by the door every meal.

I later heard that two CPOs and one warrant officer were tried, convicted and sent to Leavenworth. They had been selling the good food!

Four Submarine Experiences in a Terrible Storm The series of personal experiences of Classmates in a colossal storm have been limited to date to stories sent in by Classmates who survived the story on surface ships. But now, thanks to our Classmate "Sunshine" Aubrey, comes a series of four episodes of his experiences in this giant storm while a submarine officer Here is what he has written, told in his own words: Introduction I do remember the killer typhoon that took place in the Western Pacific in December '44. I was torpedo and gunnery officer on SEGUNDO (SS-398). We left Majuro on 16 November 1944 in a "wolfpack" with TRER\NG (SS-412) and RAZORBACK (SS-394).

We arrived in our patrol area north of Luzon on 1 December '44.

On 2 December '44 the sea state was five or six, and the wind was gale strength. During the entire month the weather never improved and at times got much worse. We dove to 100-feet keel depth on 25 December to have Christmas dinner. Due to the mountainous seas (50 feet) the submarine would broach. We ended up at 400 feet for a nice quiet dinner. This war patrol ended on 5 January '45 in Guam.

The commanding officer of SEGUNDO was CDR J.D. Fulp '34 (now deceased). He was a wonderful gentleman and a very experienced submariner—eleven war patrols in fleet submarines. His wair patrol report contains some interesting stories of a submarine in this killer typhoon.

I have picked out four for your use.

The Four Stories " S u n s h i n e " n a m e s h i s four s t o r i e s as follows: • Story One—Submarine Attack in State Six Seas • Story Two—Man OverBoard!

• Story Three—Near Collision • Story Four—Floating Mine He adds: I know that a submarine was a good place to be in this terrible storm, and know you will receive some terrifying stories from our surface shipmates. I do admit that this was the most exhausting period that I spent at sea.

As your Corresponding Secretary I know that what follows in this column, and three subsequent columns, is going to be fascinating, so let's begin right now!

Submarine Attack in State Six Seas (The night of 6 December '44) 7:53 p.m.—Received contact report from TREPANG giving complete details on a five large ship and two small ship convoy. This convoy later tumed out to consist often ships with five escorts. From position of convoy and of TREPANG determined we would be starboard flanker.

8:06 p.m.—Received message from TREPANG changing convoy base course to 125 degrees T. 8:20 p.m.—Went ahead full speed, set course to take position as starboard flanker, and manned battle stations.

8:46 p.m.—Made radar contact bearing 359 degrees T. Changed course to north and commenced tracking. The night is dark and dirty, perfect for surface attack. We have the black background of Luzon at our back. The sea state is five or six and the wind is now gale strength.

The sea is a distinct disadvantage for us, as we will have to fire into it. The boat was pitching excessively for surface torpedo firing, but we decided to chance it since staying on the surface might make a second attack possible.

8:57 p.m.—Observed at least two explosions, perhaps more, to the north, resulting from TREPANG'S first attack. Started in for our first attack with the biggest pip on the screen as our target. At a range of 3,000 yards we could make out the target well enough to see he was a big ship. Our best estimate was that he was a tanker.

9:35 p.m.—Commenced firing six Mark Eighteens. It is a wonder that any torpedo could be fired into such a rough sea and make a normal mn.

9:38 p.m.—Observed one hit and timed two hits below. After firing we hauled clear to westward and notified the other boats of completion of attack.

10:10 p.m.—Started in for our second attack. The convoy had completely reformed.

The escorts were proceeding from astem to take position ahead, one escort on each flank.

A few minutes of tracking showed that the convoy had changed course to 150 degrees T. This change of course provided an additional half-hour to work on them. Concentrated on three ships, which were in line abreast.

Attempted to gain position to fire at the overlapping target they presented. The sea was just as rough or rougher now then it had been in the first attack. Deliberately kept the spread small.

10:58 p.m.—Commenced firing bow tubes at center ship with a 600-foot spread. Range to the center ship was 1,400 yards.

11 p.m.—The near ship blew up in our faces. This was the quickest, most terrific, most devastating explosion imaginable. Assorted pieces of ship were splashing in the water all about us.

Below decks a couple of old hands said "ammunition ship." Most ofthe crew stated

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that they heard four hits, including the executive officer saying five.

Then the center ship, and the largest ofthe lot, our point of aim, commenced to grow smaller at 1,600 yards and disappeared entirely.

11:26 p.m.—There were big explosions in TREPANG'S direction. When all misses had exploded, we resumed the approach to our cripple, and because of some SJ radar interference on the other side, the thought flashed through our mind that maybe RAZORBACK will share our ship.

11:47 p.m.—When we were but 6,000 yards away, two or possibly three torpedo hits were observed in this ship—RAZORBACK had beaten us to him!

Note The second of this series of four articles by Classmate "Simshine" Aubrey takes place just a few days later and is titled, "Man Overboard!" Read it in next month's column.

Correction In the beginning of the series of stories of the experiences of our Classmates in Typhoon Cobra, I stated that it all began when I read the gripping book, Typhoon: The Other Enemy, researched and written so well by CAPT C. Raymond Calhoun, USN (Ret). I stated that CAPT Calhoun was a member ofthe Class of 1937. Not so. CAPT Calhoun is a member ofthe Class of 1938. Apologies to all.

The Beat Goes On Some say that they marched like a detachment from a U.S. Marine silent drill team. All in "uniform" (blue blazers and grey trousers and '43 baseball caps); all in flawless step; perfect formation—a very impressive sight.

Wow! It was the annual appearance of stalwart representatives of our mighty Class of 1943 marching in a place of honor in the annual Annapolis Memorial Day Parade.

Representing our Class were Bill Newlon and Jack Logan riding in a convertible driven impressively by Squidge Holmes, accompanied by perfect marchers Dave Holmes, Les Heselton, Dick Lazenby, Wes Bumett, and Honorary Member of our Class, His Honor Al Hopkins, former mayor of Annapolis.

As in pervious years, the effect on the crowds along the route was substantial: women were swooning; men were excited and envious; girls blew kisses; boys saluted; and dogs barked.

"Candy Is Dandy..." (How Archie Met Burgi) All of us know a zillion stories as to how friends first met their spouses, but here is one in which candy is central to the story.

Some years back our Classmate Archie Julian was stationed in Germany with the Rhine River Patrol and took an Easter charter trip to Spain on a SwissAir plane. The flight attendants passed out an intriguing hard candy, which stmck Archie's fancy. It had a unique lemon/lime/grapefmit flavor that he had never experienced before. Archie was in the habit of going to Switzerland on weekends fairly often, so he looked every place for some of this

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candy. He finally located the factory in a small village in Canton Aargau.

The owner of the factory loaded him down with about ten pounds. He told Archie that he had spent some years in the United States, and had worked for Hershey and Brachs. He added that he had two daughters and why didn 't he come down and spend the weekend at his home.

This was too good a deal to pass up, so Archie did—and wound up marrying the owner's eldest daughter!

"Sweet move," Archie!

Address Change Classmate Ed Kerr reports that he has moved his residence to: 1515 Shasta Drive, Apt. 4331, Davis, CA 95616 Coming Up Here are some of the reports that are coming up in future issues: • Sunshine Aubrey and "Man Overboard" • Dick Phelps and "The May '45 Typhoon" • Van Van Dusen and "The Second Typhoon" • Bill Jacobs and "Return to Typhoon Cobra" • A letter from Jack Sweeney • Bob MacQuaid and "CVL Encounters Cobra" • "Trapped in the Lower Magazine" • More stories from Mike Strohl And more!

Classmates, keep those stories flowing in.

The column depends on your input. Don't wait to report what you have experienced, what you are doing, and what you plan to do.

And.. .thanks in advance!

Rededication In the front of our 25 Year Lucky Bag is a beautifully composed foreword written by our Classmate Frank Reh. One portion of this foreword, called to this writer's attention by Classmate John Lobdell, stands out as being especially worthy of keeping constantly in our hearts and minds. It is reprinted below. Read slowly. .. .the singlefinegolden thread which runs through this story is the patience and perseverance of our beloved '43 wives. Without the help and understanding of these wonderful women, we would probably not have this story to write. There are no words of complaint about the long lonely hours, the many moves, the abrupt changes in plans nor the heartbreak of tearing up roots. The only thing they tell us about is the happiness of being with us in all comers of the world, and the repeated joys of meeting old friends and classmates after many years. The sea stories we tell must surely take second place to the "sea stories" which our wives exchange during these reunions.

Frank dedicated the 25 Year Lucky Bag to these wonderful women, and, following his good example; this column is also so dedicated, using the same memorable words.

That's '43 Family for Today and Proud to Be '43

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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

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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 William Rees Skinner died Monday, 12 June 2000 at UCSD Medical Center Bill's life's dream was to mn a fishing operation, so, in 1968, he resigned from General Dynamics and moved from Point Loma into a home near Lake Cuyamaca. Bill's arrival coincided with the formation of the Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District. Bill was the district's first concessionaire with fishing and boating operations along with a restaurant and camping facilities.

Stephen L. Layton died 10 June 2000. Steve was bom and raised in Paint Lick, KY Steve served 23 years in the Navy and another 22 years as fleet and overseas distribution manager for the Navy Motion Picture Service.

Douglas Eugene Landreth died Thursday, 8 June 2000. Doug is survived by his wife, Marion, of 44 Schooner Hill, Oakland, CA 94618. Date of memorial service is to be announced.

Marion "Davie" Delgado, the widow of Bob Delgado, died 5 June 2000 at home in Sandwich, NH, after a long struggle with cancer. A memorial service was held 17 June at the Baptist Meeting House, Center Sandwich.

A memorial service was held for Andy Kerr, 3 June 2000 at The Ruins in downtown Seattle. The accompanying photo of Classmates, Thad Taylor, Susan Kerr, John Price in the front row, and Dave Longton, Pete Snyder, Dick McCool, and Bud Geneste in the rear, was provided by Johnny Price. Andy was bom in the Australian outback to a cmise ship violinist and his wife. Andy reported in his book, A Journey Amongst the Good and the Great, how his love of the American Navy was bom.

One event of early childhood stands out above all others. In the mid-'20s, when I was about six years old, the American fleet visited Australia for the first time. It was a grand and historic occasion. Its impact can be appreciated only with the realization of the geographical and psychological isolation of Australia in those days.

In majestic splendor, the fleet steamed through the Sydney Heads, and dropped anchor in Sydney Harbor. It was a brilliant day.

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Flags whipped in the breeze as countless welcoming craft and ships' boats surrounded the great grey ships. What a sight! Even now, as I write this years later, the recollection brings a strong surge of emotion.

A yeoman from the battleship NEW MEXICO stayed with us. I became his special charge and constant shadow. At night he was out on the town, but by day he took me out on the ships of the fleet. With senses dazzled by sunlit crests, salt spray, the smell of the sea, and the cry of the gulls, I would ride out in the motor launches. The sailors wore their immaculate white uniforms, and the officers all looked to me like admirals. There were the shouts of the cox'ns, the shrill whistles ofthe bo's'n's pipes, the bugle calls, and formal ceremonies on the quarterdecks as dignitaries arrived and departed. It was all too splendid and exciting for words, and the food! I had never seen anything like it.

Each meal in the crew's mess was a feast— great platters of meat and potatoes, fmit, pies, cakes, and above all, ice cream, all you could eat! I was in heaven.

I soon made up my mind and announced to my good new friend that when I was old enough, I intended to join the U.S. Navy. He suggested that I should try to become an officer. He told me that being an enlisted man was okay and the life of a sailor was good, but that the life of an officer was better. I asked how I could go about that. He said that ^ ^ | B ^

I would have to go to a school for officers caUed the Naval Academy at a place in the United States named Annapolis. I said, "AH right, that's what I'll do." My friend didn't laugh.

Fifteen years later, as I was being swom in as a Midshipman in Bancroft Hall at the United States NavalAcademy atAimapolis, I remembered those shining days in Sydney Harbor and the influence of an American sailor on one small Australian boy.

Foundation Proceedings Princeton Architectm-al Press has proposed that our Class Foundation sponsor a U.S. Naval Academy Architectural Guide Book. Sponsorship is now being actively evaluated by the officers of oiu- Foundation. Randy Prothro states that this guide book project will be a long lasting and useful gift to the Academy from the Look Alive Class. The officers of the Foundation will keep us informed of future decisions and developments and their reports will be included in fiiture columns.

Association Business Our Class officers for the coming year— Everett Parke, President; Jack Wilhelm, Vice President; Rudy Biordi, Vice President, Aimapolis Area; Ski Dzikowski, Secretary; and Fred Kelley, Treasurer—were elected with but one dissenting vote, that of our new Secretary, Ski Dzikowski. ''"'•'"

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Gene Silliman writes: We had 20 very enjoyable years on our mral property in Southem Illinois. (Where, he reported in our Fifty Years After, he had ten reciprocating engines that were monuments to the spare parts industry.) However, I had a couple heart attacks, so I could not keep up the place after that. We sold out and in '97 moved to a retirement community in Wichita Falls, TX, where Nancy had relatives. The living situation is quite fitting for us. The medical services are handy—and we need a lot now. My heart fibrillation problem is under control with medication, but Nancy's lungs are in very bad shape. She can't travel by air now, so we were not able to attend the '99 Reunion.

Ruth and Bill Siegrist had an Aloha party on 3 June, at their home for local Classmates and their wives to celebrate the retum of summertime and blue skies to southem Califomia and the recent purchase by the Berkshires of a condo on the Big Island of Hawaii. Shown in the accompanying photo of the men are, from left to right, BiU Siegrist, Wiley Conover, Don Hill, Frank Nepo, Miles Larson, and Stew Berkshire.

Johnny Price, who provided the picture of Classmates attending the memorial for Andy Kerr, had an operation to remove skin cancer from his ear, "Took out a big piece and then took a skin graft from my cheek to cover it."

That and Susan's auto accident that required her to wear a neck brace accounts for the ship wreck appearances in photo one. Johnny further reports, "My golf game is back on track— shot a 77 two weeks ago. Not bad for a 79 year old senior" Johnny also noted, "Joyce and I are leaving for an 18-day cmise through the Scandinavian countries the last days of June."

That peripatetic couple, Ellie and Jack Barron, report on their latest trip.

We spent three weeks on Greece viewing more ruins, museums, islands and monasteries than we can even remember. Before we left we re-read The Odyssey and The Iliad to prepare ourselves. We still have trouble distinguishing the various gods and goddesses and their exploits.

It was all very educational and enlightening as well as entertaining. We toured the Peloponnese, Attica, Crete, Rhodes, Santorini, and much more. Except for sore feet, we are still going strong.

Next is an Alaskan cruise—everyone we know has been there, now it is our tum.

Dick Van Orden crewed on a three-masted, square-rigged ship, HMS ROSE, as it sailed from Charleston, SC, to Baltimore, MD, where it arrived 24 June 2000. His report to the '45 email group is repeated in its entirety.

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the young, not for near octogenarians. Littie did I realize that every time we tacked or gybed there were 132 lines to be handled, followed by the order "coil and hang" to get them back in place on the proper belaying pins. Fortunately, the youngsters were kind enough to let "the old guy" work the lower yards and tail the sheets and braces. Ah, yes, the braces. A new term. For you rag-haulers, the square rig requires braces as well as sheets to bring the yards around for the proper position to the wind. I often wondered where the order we heard as Plebes, to "Brace up," came from—and now I know.

The stage was set by the captain when he welcomed aboard a group of 36 "trainees" to take the ship—with the aid of 13 regular crew members (male and female)—and four officers (captain, first mate, third mate, bosun) from Charleston to Baltimore. The captain said, "On this ship there are no passengers—everyone works." And work we did— everythingfiromsail handling to mess cooking and washing the dishes (no mechanical dishwasher aboard because it would use too much water). The general atmosphere was strictly informal—and that's putting it mildly. The captain wore only shorts and Tshirt and never any shoes. So did the rest of the officers and the regular crew, and sooner or later so did the trainees. Some of the regular crew never changed shorts and T-shirts the whole trip—night and day, wet and dry, they were always clad in the same dirty togs.

I doubt that some of them even took a shower the whole time. A salty bunch. But a nice group, nevertheless, who tolerated the trainees and showed them the ropes (and the lines). There were plenty of ponytails, ear rings, toe rings, anklets, etc., in evidence— and that was on the male members of the crew. I did develop an appreciation for the young women crewmembers—they changed my mind about women aboard ship with their hard work and their ability to climb the rigging and work the sails with the best of them. A tough bunch of gals, with still a bit of femiiuiuty.

Accommodations were spartan. Berthing compartments were three decks down with no ventilation. Each had four triple bunks, with only 20 inch spacing for each bunk (mattress to overhead). It was crowded and hot, especially in southem waters. Not much time was spent in bunks! There was one head for 44 men (and one for nine women). The men's head had three commodes (no urinals), three wash basins, and one shower.

Surprisingly, crowding was not a problem, probably because of the spread caused by the constant one in three watch. Water was rationed, so showers were the standard: wet, soap, and rinse, with about two quarts of water total.

I know it sounds pretty grim, but it was not—it was a really great trip. I ended up with a few nicks—cuts, bruises, bUsters, rope bums—but no serious injuries. A couple of the trainees did not fare so well, but all survived. The food was great—wholesome, varied, tasty, and lots of it, presided over by a cook who had been aboard for some 15 years and was quite a character. We named him the "Soup Nazi" because of his resemblance (in actions) to the Seinfeld character Shipmate, September 2000

of the same name. Our one in three watches were not a strain. Each consisted of an hour on the helm, an hour of bow lookout, and hour of "ship check" in which we inspected all bilges to be sure the seams had not opened enough to leak badly (and to pump them out if needed), and an hour of standby (anchor watch) ready to do the bidding of the mate on watch. Sail changes were an all-hands evolution, and the watch below was summoned to assist. Off watch hours were spent in ship's work (painting, cleaning, etc.) And a three-hour instmction class for trainees each afternoon. Sleep? Very little time for that. I drew the four to eight watch (we didn't dog the watches so I had it every day) and that included the 6 a.m. wash down of the main deck with salt water tmd scmb brushes (no holystoning since these decks were fir, not teak, and could not stand the wear of holystones).

The sail itself was a joy. We had auxiliaries, but the captain was a superb ship handler and loved to show off his skills, so we used only sail. We departed on Monday moming at 10 a.m., hoisted sail and sailed away from the pier in Charleston—a real feat of seamanship. Then down the channel, where we fired a salute from the 12 pounders as we left The Battery astem. Thence out some 50 miles to the deep cobalt blue of the Gulf Stream. There the wind picked up and we headed for Hatteras with 18 to 20 knots abaft the port beam and a quartering sea.

With all sails set we boomed along at about 10 knots. It was a bit rough with a following state three sea and there was some motion sickness aboard for a day or so, then all cleared up. (Despite my long time ashore, I had no ill effects.) Weather was good until Hatteras where we hit heavy showers for a watch or two, but when we rounded up and headed northward, it cleared and we had magnificent weather with continuing good winds, night and day. We entered Chesapeake Bay on Thursday moming early and headed north. Then the wind died to a four knot southerly breeze, so we had a slow, hot, lazy trip up the Bay. We sailed into Baltimore's Inner Harbor at 3 p.m. on Friday afternoon, fired a salute from the 12 pounders, came about and fired a broadside from the 39-pounder main battery (half loads, of course) that shook the buildings of downtown Baltimore and let everyone know we had arrived.

There were already a dozen or so tall ships in port, but none had the nerve to fire salutes, so we were greatly appreciated. We sailed into our assigned berth and stood by to repel boarders as hordes of visitors tried to come aboard to see this large wooden ship, but we had to clean up and stow everything for visits on Saturday.

And so I jumped ship on Saturday afternoon and came home to hot showers and a cool bed. I slept for 11 hours without mming over, and now am fully recovered. It was a super adventure, and I am glad that I had a chance to do it.

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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, AnnapoUs, 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 Cort. 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 It's always a pleasure to open this column with good news and here it is from a Department of the Navy press release: Fredericksburg, TX—The Department of the Navy has presented RADM Charles D. Grojean, USN (Ret.), executive director of the Admiral Nimitz Foundation, with its Distinguished Public Service Award.

The citation recognizes his continuing leadership, vision and perseverance in support of the Admiral Nimitz Museum and the estabUshment of the National Museum of the Pacific War. The award cites ADM Grojean as the prime mover in generating state support and the contributions, volunteers, membership and major artifacts that were necessary ingredients in supporting the museum.

ADM Grojean became executive director of the Admiral Nimitz Foundation in July 1990 providing support to the Admiral Nimitz Museum and Historical Center. The National Museum of the Pacific War, which operated for 15 years as the Admiral Nimitz Museum, is the only museum in the world dedicated solely to telling the story of the war in the Pacific during World War 11. It is a state historical site managed by Texas Parks and Wildlife.

The 55th is history. It was a very successful Reunion. Many kudos have been received from attendees and are hereby passed to the Committee Members, most of whom are shown in the above photo. Bob Gautier (7), deputy chairman; Ed Ellis (7), chairman; Vince B a c o n (11), name tag coordinator; Luke Maples (20), assistant registrar; Stan Zipser (4), golf coordinator; Corliss Nugent (2), freasurer; Bob Williamson (2), transportation chairman and 55 th Reunion party coordinator; Al Thomas (4), assistant treasurer; Bob Gorton (5), luncheon cmise coordinator; and, Ted Dibble (18), registrar The kudos are also passed to the following not in the photo: Bud Clark (18), 55th class pin coordinator; Hank Glindeman (10), tennis coordinator; and, Rita Furland, widow of Fred Furland (5) and Ann Lindsay, widow of Jack Lindsay (7), who assembled the name tags. Additionally, very sincere "Thank Yous" go to the spouses of committee members who, although not part of the

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committee, were swept up in the miscellaneous activities and became an integral part of the entire process. Lastiy, Ed Ellis wants to add another "Thank You" to all of you for the gold watch that was presented to him at the banquet by Wally Schirra (13) on your behalf.

The engraving on the back says, "Ed Ellis from the Class of '46." The face of the watch displays the Naval Academy Crest.

During the last two days of the 55th, one question was asked repeatedly. "How many are here?" The Chairman usually said: "About 375." This was incorrect but close. The official count was 368. This is the number of meals which were served at the banquet and tallies with the following count: Classmates-186; Spouses-155; Widows-16; and Guests-11. The latter figure includes two daughters of deceased Classmates, a son of an attending Classmate, and the current husband of a widow of a deceased Classmate. An interesting but distressing sidelight to the foregoing is that about 50 Classmates who had made reservations at the Del and, in many cases, had paid their Reunion fees had to cancel. These were caused primarily by medical problems. (It appears that the heart was willing but the flesh was just too weak.) Finally, the 1st Company with 30 attendees beat the 5th Company with 28. The latter had more widowers and widows. Did you notice that humming sound in the background at the Del, every day and every evening. It was produced by the continuous flow of sea stories and "old tales being retold" by the approximately 30 percent of our living Classmates who attended. They were the ones who made the 55th a memorable and successful Reunion.

Finally, contrary to your Chairman's fears expressed at the banquet, we have had no problem in paying our bills and making refunds with funds on hand.

Thanks to Jean Huey, wife of T\ick Huey (1); Doris lacobelli, wife of Fred lacobelli (4); Betty Schabacker, wife of Bob Schabacker (11) (photographers with our disposable cameras); Ed Ellis (7); Clete Kennelly (9); and Dave Ray '80, we have a large number of pictures of 55th attendees. Fortunately, the determined effort to identify people as photos were 80

taken appears to be paying off. But, as usual, we've got a number of unidentified. The following photos were taken at various times during the 55th.

Chuck Grojean (1) and Louanne Robeson, whose husband, Robbie Robeson, was also 1st Company

The man behind the scenes, our registrar, Ted Dibble (18), and his wife, Janet

A workable solution to publishing most of the remaining photos (a few more arrived in today's mail) appears to be to include them in special post 55th newsletters which will also include highlights of the 55th and the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of attendees.

I deeply regret to report the passing of the following Classmates: Lloyd Stuart Chambers Jr. (11), on 16 June 2000, in his home in Groton, CT. He was a submariner who retired from the Navy in 1968. In 1970, he became the secretary of Transport Resource Analysis Corporation. He is survived by his wife, Doris Orlando Chambers; three sons; one daughter and nine grandchildren. Services were held on 19 June with interment in Arlington National Cemetery. The family requested that donations in Lloyd's memory be made to Hospice of Southeast Coimecticut, PO Box 902, Uncasville, CT 06382.

Robert Ervin McCall (19) on 7 June 2000 in Knoxville, TN. He entered the Naval Academy from the fleet. After graduation, he participated in minesweeping operations at Okinawa and in the Inland Sea of Japan. He completed flight training in 1948. He was a quahfied test pilot and commanded the Naval Air Station at China Lake, CA. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Wray McCall; two sons, five grandchildren and one great grandson. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery. The family requested memorials be made to Littie Creek Sanitarium, 1810 Littie Creek Lane, KnoxviUe, TN 37922, or a charity of choice.

Robert Lee McElroy (14), on 13 June 2000 at his home in Virginia Beach, VA. He was a surface warfare officer who had served in ALABAMA ( B B - 6 0 ) , FRESNO ( C L A A - 1 2 1 ) , WM WOOD ( D D - 7 1 5 ) , J . P KENNEDY ( D D - 8 5 0 ) , MURRAY ( D D E - 5 7 6 ) and commanded LOWRY ( D D - 7 7 0 ) . He served on several afloat staffs,

Bob Welander, Granville Dutton and Don Iselin, all 1st Company

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in BUWEPS, as assistant naval attache in Argentina and Paraguay and as sub-chief, U.S. Naval Mission, Cartagena, Colombia. He was retired for physical disability in 1971. He is survived by his wife, Bettie Bumette McEkoy; his son, Robert Lee IV; his brother and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by one son.

Miller Todd, in January. In accord with his wishes, he will make one last cmise aboard one of his beloved ships and his ashes will be buried at sea with full military honors. Memorials should be made to Lee's Friends, Guild House, Stockley Gardens, Norfolk, VA 23507 or to Habitat for Humanity, 109 E. Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510.

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Bruce Althoff (1) reminds: Remember, Homecoming (Navy vs.

Rutgers) on 21 October 2000. The Tailgate Party will be located adjacent to the water tank and Gate 1. Barbecue type food and soft drinks will be served after the game. Glasses and ice will be available for those who bring their own libations. Mail reservations and check (cost $25 per person) to Wile Engel (4) (address on masthead) at least one week before the game to permit realistic ordering of consumables. In case of unexpected cancellations, refunds will be made.

The monthly Greater Washington, D . C , Group Luncheons will resume in September after the summer hiatus. Call Wile Engel for information.

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Pres: VADM John "Jake" G. Finneran, USN (Ret) Sec'y: Chester "Chet" H. Shaddeau Jr. 343 Prestonfield Lane Severna Park. MD 21146-1512 h: 410-647-5868; f: 410-647-2453 e: stadir@erols.com The Mail Buoy First out of the box this month is from Ed Hemmer, in Indiana, but about to head to Maine for the summer: Mai Jester's recent reminiscence (June Shipmate) about a third altemate appointment prompts me to relate my own: Early in July of 1943, as a V5 aviation cadet engineering student at Purdue, I got a caO from my 9th Indiana district congressman.

Earl Wilson. His principal and first two alternates had failed and he had only four days left to fill the vacancy or he would lose it.

Although I had already completed two years of engineering at Purdue, I was swom in on 13 July, almost the last day for entry into the class of 1947.1 was assigned as the third man in what would be a two man room after Plebe Summer. Lugging all my gear, I knocked on the door to be greeted by a stocky, blond Midshipman: "Hi, my name's Charlie Nimitz. What's yours?" I merely replied, "Hemmer." He then said "I'm here on a presidential. How did you get in?" At this point I had about heard enough, so I said, "I'm here on a Congressional third altemate, but I'll tell you one thing, junior, I'll still be here when you leave."

It turns out that Charlie never forgot that, although I did, and during June Week he reminded me of it. Whenever he experienced some academic difficulty he remembered my smart remark which he said did more than anything else to keep him focused on why he was there.

We became good friends and sometimes when his uncle. Fleet ADM Chester Nimitz '05, drove down from Washington to visit him, he would insist I go with him. ADM Nimitz would question us both in detail about what we were doing. He also always asked if hazing was a problem, but Charlie

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was a fine person and just said he could handle it.

These visits were interesting experiences for me and taught me a lot about character.

Being a third alternate wa.? just as good as a presidential once we were both in, though.

Del Grantham checks in from Roswell, NM: After reading your monthly plea to keep in touch, I decided to at least partially comply, though my impetus is totally self-serving.—(There followed an interminable list of insufferably outlandish requests for aid and info, which of course we responded to in our usual saintly fashion.)

Now for other things. I have no, repeat no, news of Classmates. Roswell is definitely a destination area—no one comes through here by accident or on their way to somewhere else. If you show up here, you intend to be here. There are some advantages—I have New Mexico license plates USNA47 and 47USNA. I can also have a '47 minireuruon anytime I want to break out a bottle of bubbly. If I am alone, the turnout is pretty near 50 percent—or are there more than two of us living in New Mexico? (We sent him a list of six!)

Mary and I recently did a Chesapeake Bay cruise, the highlight of which was a stop in Annapolis for part of a day. We had several friends with us, so I gave them a tour of the Yard. I find my stories of our days as Midshipmen seem more fascinating as I get older!

See you in San Diego. Best wishes, Del. Wayne Warlick has a couple of comments: Re the Korean War article in June Shipmate... very pleased to see that our John "Albie" Guild and Dave "Swede" Swenson'48A, got mention. John was in the same DMS Division while we were tied up at Pier 33 San Francisco and Treasure Island. I did not know him well, but I was sure surprised when I first heard that he had been killed as a Marine. (Scribe's Note: Albie's middle name was Ninian, not something beginning with "X", as in the article.)

Dave and two other fun-loving Texans out of '48, Carlos Villarreal and Bill Ikard, lived across the hall from Fred Bradshaw and me during our Youngster year. Dave was special—I think he ended up as President of his Class, a five-striper, and at least a JV football player. He would have been there when they handed out the three and four star billets. A real shock when we heard of his death.

But I thought Shipmate missed out on two other significant stories: 1.) Tom Hudner's and 2.) The mine-sweeping efforts that went on in Wonsan harbor, with many Classmates involved, including Stan Gary and TR Howard.

Re "blue water"...in June this year, and for the first time since my last sea duty, January of '53,1 saw some blue water. We had a one-week cruise to St. Maarten and St. Thomas—some familiar waters. I met my son who lives in St. Croix, and together we climbed the 79 or so steps to the Hotel 1819 Bar in St. Thomas. I am absolutely certain that this is the same bar that Hilton Stanley and I found on our stopover on the 1945 cruise. It is still more difficult to walk(?) down those steps than to walk up!

All the above just to keep you awake and alert—just had to get this stuff said to someone who would understand. Wayne Report from the Left Coast Members of the Class of 1946 are relishing the success of their 55th Reunion in San Diego, as well they should. Their planning was excellent, the attendance outstanding, and the event memorable.

Comparisons may be odious but in this case they will be inevitable. Your Class of 1947 55th Reunion Committee knew this from the start and they have been working for four years to be prepared for the challenge.

As of this writing (30 June 2000), deposits have been received from 242 Classmates and widows with a committed total attendance of 455. Classmates have already guaranteed reservations at the U.S. Grant Hotel for 156 of the 201 expected rooms.

The Dinner Cruise is fully booked for 350 passengers. Currently, attendees whose date of deposit is 27 September 1999 or earlier will be confirmed for attendance. Planning is underway for an optional Shore Dinner of comparable elegance for those who chose not to attend or could not be accommodated on the Dinner Cruise.

The Committee reminds the Class at large of the following: Pulle-e-ase reply to the April 1999 mailing to the Class by sending the Committee your "Event Registration Form".

If you are staying at the U.S. Grant Hotel and have not reserved your room, do so immediately. The hotel is under pressure for release ofthe limited number of rooms available to accommodate requests from outside the Class.

Make other travel reservations early.

Airline connections into San Diego are good but senior coupon and discount tickets go to the early birds, as do the better seats.

You will receive a final statement showing your personal status at yearend 2000. The mailing will also include a current Reunion status report, maps and arrival advisories.

Hank Ruppel Coast To Coast Jean and Bus Cobean graced the West Coast with a visit recently, and Nick Nicholson reports that he and Pat shared a lot of laughs with them and with Joan and Dick Bivin.

Both Nicholsons and Cobeans also joined with Dar and Elmer Kiehl in a visit to Lou Larcombe's Outer Banks retreat at Duck, NC. Following a week of tennis and golf, they returned to Virginia Beach to join Len and Ted Davis for local crab cakes after happy hour at Lou's.

Both Bivins and Nicholsons serve on Hank Ruppel's planning committee for the Big 55th in San Diego, and Nick says they look forward to seeing everybody there next year.

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Salty sea-dog classmates and "classmate-ettes" in the Dining Salon aboard MISSISSIPPI QUEEN; seated, 1 to r: Frances Stevens, Ruth Ballje, Mikie Stone; standing, 1 to r: Jack Stevens, Bill Simpich, Bob Stone, and John Ballje

At San Diego: 1 to r: Dick Bivin, Bus Cobean, and Nick Nicholson Final Honors Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences go out to Classmate Oscar Greene, whose beloved wife Betsy died at their home in Kinston, NC, on 28 May. Cruisin' On the River From Jack Stevens: The enclosed picture (see nearby) shows four salty sea-dog Classmates and three better halves in the dining salon aboard the MISSISSIPPI QUEEN somewhere on the lower Mississippi River. The trip was scheduled last summer when Ruth and John Ballje visited us near Hunt, TX, and later. Bill Simpich and Mikie and Bob Stone agreed to join.

The cruise was billed as a "Big Band Cmise" and we enjoyed two nights of dancing to the Sammy Kaye Orchestra and then two nights with Jack Morgan and the Russ Morgan Orchestra. We rendezvoused in New Orleans on Wednesday, 8 March, (not realizing when we scheduled the trip that we had picked the day after Mardi Gras as our arrival date!), enjoyed dinner in the French Quarter and boarded our paddlewheeler on Thursday for four nights cruising before returning to New Orleans. It was a neat trip with lots of time for visiting and retelling old stories covering lots of years. Amazing how those stories seem to improve with age!

No one got seasick.

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All of us plan to attend the 55th in San Diego, and hope that some type of 2nd Company gathering can be set up that would not interfere with scheduled Class activities.

Yours for '47, Jack Eureka!

Thanks to several days of concentrated Intemet search help by Don Donohue from his home in Hawaii. We tumed up a few leads in our search for the six names on our graduate "ghost" list—and ^e found one of them!

We hereby proclaim that Larry McGuire is no longer a ghost, but simply happily retired in Wayzata, MN, after having moved up from Texas a year or so back. We had an enjoyable talk, and he says he never even knew he was lost! And to top it all, he has already joined our email contingent on CYBERSEVERN47.

We hope to have news on others of our ghost list soon.

a resolution to make more of a contribution, but for whatever reason, it doesn't get done.

By way of an update, life continues to be rather quiet for us here in beautiful sunny south Florida. We are far enough south that we are really not on the way to anywhere, so we don't see a lot of Classmates.

Had a number of chats with Jack Langford during the winter, and had the pleasure of joining Mickey and Jack Sullivan for dinner just prior to their departure for their summer home in Long Island.

Also talk to Len and Ted Davis on occasion and when we need a morale boost.

While Bette is still able to get out for dinner, bridge, etc., her traveling days per se are really pretty much over. Consequently, we did not get to attend the annual gathering of The Golden Eagles in Charleston or that of the Association of Naval Aviation in Pensacola. However, she continues to show great courage in her day-to-day handling of the MS, and to "hang in there", giving ground grudgingly. I remain her sole caregiver for the time being, while I am still in reasonably good health and am able. It is a pretty full time job, but it does give me an excuse for my rotten golf and tennis.

I was able to get two ladies to come in and take care of her while I took all four of our children and four of our grandyoungsters to Vail for another beautiful week of skiing in February. What a great time we had!—and the break renewed my vigor to continue my major effort here at home.

Our beautiful family remains our most prized possession in life. All four remain solidly married (to their original spouses), and our eleven grandyoungsters are all progressing nicely through college on schedule.

I wish to close by expressing our sincere appreciation for your...efforts...and the online updates. Obviously, the job is never done—finish one month and start the next...Warm regards, Swoose Snead C l a s s m a t e s : D o n ' t miss T h e Swoose's article about his days in Iran. See "Swoose Snead's Iranian Adventure" in the front of this issue of Shipmate.

Larry McGuire is the one with the hat, demonstrating one of the joys of retirement in the land of 10,000 lakes Update From the Swoose Bette and I continue to read your monthly column on Class of '47 activities with great interest, and when finished we always make

Bette and Swoose Snead on New Year's Eve Shipmate, September 2000

How It Was In Olden Times Wayne Warlick's concem in last month's column about his immodest picture getting on to the intemet was accompanied by a flurry of email between him and other Classmates, including a suggestion from Emiel Meisel that if he airbmshed the picttire properly, he might become really popular! P.G. Miller chimed in to cortect some factual items, and Meis sent the following to me: I have always been the bad one! Wayne WarUck, Paul Miller and I shared a summer beach house in Revere Beach outside Boston (Severe correction by Miller—it was Winthrop Beach!) for the cruel winter of 1948. We were all in the Naval Electronics course at MIT. Rosemary and baby Steve Warlick (three months)) were there also, sharing our "home". We each chipped in $25 per month for the rent. While Paul and I bought all the food, Rosemary did the cooking and laundry—and would you believe it— Paul and I babysat.

I had a pre-war Ford with a mmble seat (remember those?) which got snowed in for the whole winter! Only recentiy did the Boston area surpass the single-winter accumulation of snow of that winter of 1948-49.

Only Warlick and Meisel would rent a summer beachhouse for the worst winter in years!

But we had lots of Classmates visit us for beer and lobsters. I remember a whole bunch of us buying lobstersfromthe tanks and taking them to Kak and Vern Rose's home for acookout: The Sam Linders, Tom Faulders '46, George Maragos, Walt Johnson, the Frank Keiths, the Del Nordbergs, and more '47s and '46s (I specifically remember Lyon and Bill Letfingwell from '46) and a very serious guy from '45. There were more, but this old mind has worked too hard remembering this much! I just had to comment on WarUck's prudish outlook—I was always the Jewish maverick!—Emiliano Quick Takes Bill Crowe has been named Chairman of the Board of Directors of the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation, succeeding the late ADM Elmo Zumwalt '43. Bill has a long standing association with the Memorial, having served as one of the original members of the board and having acted as interim Chairman for a brief period in the '80s...You will all be pleased to know that the summer weather is being efficiently utilized by the contractor in cleaning, restoring, and refurbishing the Tripoli monument, as envisioned in the campaign headed by Warren Johnson. They aren't finished yet, but the improvement sure shows!.. .Kitson and Jack Fisher, President of the Navy League, were among those at Reno, NV for a 50th Anniversary commemorating the Korean War, when Tom Hudner spoke on behalf of Korean era recipients of the Medal of Honor. They were on their way to attend the 4 July fireworks, Intemational Naval Review, and OpSail events in New York as guests of SecNav and CNO when this column was written...Shirley and Dick Beane, with Jan and Hal Edwards and two other couples (mShipmate, September 2000

At Carl Trost's home in Annapolis, 1 to r: Mase and Les Wells, Pauline and Carl Trost, Lil and Jake Finneran

mored to be Woo Poo types!) are looking forward to a great weekend in Orlando for the Notte Dame game, thanks to Hal's perspicacity in lining up two condo units. Bugler, Sound Party Calll...If you are going to Orlando to help smear the Irish, don't forget to touch base beforehand with Bob TUrnage, our '47 Resident Orlando maven...In addition to Larry McGuire, mentioned elsewhere, Hugh McClellan and Wayne Harbarger are recent additions to our email listing, CYBERSEVERN47...Anna and Andy Sides hosted a cocktail party alongside their boat Annie, moored in Naples, FL at a Phillips Andover Class Reunion there, George Grove reports.. .A note from wife Nancy reports that she and Jim Dickson were able to make it to son Bob's graduation from St. John's in Annapolis, and by dint of wheelchair use, Jim was able to be fully involved. Regrettably, Jim suffered a stroke that weekend, which was diagnosed while enroute home to Portland, but Nancy says recovery has been steady and encouraging...Class Prez Jake Finneran is now back after his sailing vacation in New England, but at their May Board meeting, he was present for the induction of our new Vice Chairman for the Eastem Area of the Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Tmstees (wow, that's a mouthful!), Mase Wells.

Their visit during that stay at the Annapolis home of Carl Trost '53 is recorded in the photo nearby...Which apparently clears the docket for this month. Don't be a stranger— write! CHS

Floyd Bowdey helps the skipper conn MS SEA PRINCESS into harbor at Ocho Rios, Trinidad—and does it with his eyes shut!

Dick Beane (r) poses with his oldest son, CDR (MC) Rick Beane, an aerospace surgeon, after decorating the cabin door on their recent cmise together. Rick having been selected for promotion to captain

Keep in touch with your classmates.

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Membership: 28% Life Membership: 47%

Sec'y: CDR Sumner K. Moore, USN (Ret.) 11 Seastones Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871 h: 401-846-2875; e: sk48moore@aol.com The words I write for each column are conceived two months before the publication of the issue, so some of ftiem are overtaken by events, and here at the start of July I am trying to think September. Hard to do. The heat of summer has not yet reached this far north, although it lurks out there just over the horizon.

September is really summer for the most part, but we need to think school, football, and woolies. So, forget it. The tall ships just left Newport for New York and the glorious July 4th celebration, thence to Boston. Back at Navy, Plebe Summer is forging ahead. I hope all of you are gearing up great summertime trips and activities, and you will send me the results with snapshots. Don't forget to email.

Yes, here is a sample of that to which I refer. From Warren Ortland: Some report from me is long overdue, so I enclose a photo of Barbara and me taken in Rio with Sugarloaf in the background. We took a 34 day craise from Santiago, Chile, to San Juan Puerto Rico, aboard NORWEGIAN CROWN, April and May. By chance one of our table mates was Madge Rody (widow of Julian Gewin, 5th Company Classmate), Madge's son, Logan, is married to Walter Rody's daughter, Wendelyn, so Madge is not only the stepmother but mother-in-law to Wendelyn, and Walter is stepfather and father-in-law to Logan. Needless to say, we had a wonderful time with them and brought one another up to date with many Classmates.

This sad note came in from Dan Shockey, reporting on a fellow civil engineer: Our Classmate, LCDR Elliot A. Dewey, CEC, USN (Ret.), died on 7 May 2000, at the Hospice House, Pinellas Park, FL, according to a brief note from his wife, Doris.

I had a tour of duty with Elliot at USNA, '59-'61, but had not seen him since. After the reunion in '98,1 was able to contact him using an address I obtained there. He was not well at the time, and according to his wife, had suffered greatiy prior to his death.

He requested that his ashes be scattered in the bay off Florida, which will be effected through the assistance of the local Coast Guard station.

Well, the Class Reunion newsletter mailed in May, noted erroneously that the Alumni Association life membership is now available at $100, causing multiple vibrations throughout Alumni House. Fact is, it remains $200, but still a bargain.

Ed Chapline sends us a snapshot and a few good words.

Sally and I spent the month of March in Scottsdale, AZ. Matty Chiara, my 15th Company roommate for our last three years, was also in the area. We had two dinners together with wives and various members of Matt's large family. It was great fun seeing him. He is on one of his frequent diets, and looks good, as the picture will show.

The Chaplines and the Chiaras in Scottsdale This is a month of much sad news. In addition to the above noted passing of Elliot Dewey, I must report the death of Joe Wilson, Ken Dunwody, and John Chelgren. I have some details which appear below.

Joe Wilson died 3 June of a stroke in Abington Memorial Hospital, Philadelphia.

Bill Barnes called me, much concerned, having heard from Gloria. I also heard from a number of others, including Nick Castruccio, who emailed this from St. Croix: Joe Wilson (AKA Little Joe) and I were wives in the 20th Company Plebe Year. He had called me in April and reported that he experienced a seizure and fell while in Florida earlier. Evidentiy he suffered another and was paralyzed. I spoke with Gloria on Sunday and she said they were having a family memorial service 6 June, with cremation and later inurnment in the Columbarium at the Academy. This year they were planning to celebrate 50 years together. He and Gloria visited in St. Croix several years' back, and attended the 50th Reunion. Joe kept me going Plebe year and I miss him.

There was a service in Annapolis on 22 June, followed by a reception at the Club.

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I received a note from Gloria Wilson to the Class.

Dear Class of 1948, one and all, my Joe would be so happy and proud of the wonderful effort you have put forth in offering our family much comfort during this difficult time. The basket of fruit and other goodies is more than appreciated. Joe often mentioned he wouldn't have missed his naval experience at the Academy for the world, nor his many friends he made while there.

Jack Chapman, who lives in Dolyestown, PA, sent along Joe Wilson's newspaper obit from the Philadelphia Inquirer, and added: I never knew Joe was in the area since he wasn't a member of the Philadelphia USNA group or listed in their directory. I do see Charles P. Smith, also of Doylestown, who publishes the Intelligence/Record. I'll be leaving shortly for Europe with the USNA AA tour up the Rhine, Main, the Danube Canal, and Danube to Budapest. My life is ordinarily a pretty quiet existence these days.

From the Philadelphia Inquirer obit, I leamed that after leaving the Navy in '54, Joe Wilson was a partner in the Wilson Brotiiers Home Building for nine years, then was in stevedoring management until 1988, when he took to selling real estate until 1998. Joe met Gloria a week before leaving for Korea, and on the second date he proposed. Being the great gal she is, they were married upon his retum, had eight children and twelve grandchildren. Joe was very active in Special Olympics programs and the Blind Golfers Association. (His eyesight was fine.)

The Class of 1948 Endowment Fund Committee continues to push for a successful completion of our goal, and provides the following comments.

In June our Fund reached $1.55 million in cash, pledges and commitments. The Class has come a long way in the two years since our 50th Reunion. We now need a strong push and concerted effort to close out or exceed our $2 million goal. The Committee reports, at this writing, that their latest initiativeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;offering affordable whole life insuranceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;is already showing positive results!

A letter to each Class member with a valid address announced the availability of a $ 10,000 whole life insurance policy in which the beneficiary would be the USNA Alumni Association for the '48 endowment fund. For those who choose to purchase the offered insurance, premiums will be shared, 50-50, by the Class member and by the Endowment fund from generated interest. That portion ofthe premium paid by the individual is taxdeductible.

Already, the Class has received several post cards indicating interest in our insurance plan. Once again, '48 is moving into the vanguard of efforts to provide the funds necessary to enhance academic excellence at our alma mater. Your support will assist us in achieving our goal, and will assure that '48 is Great\ Dave Carruth has a travelogue for us this month: Betty and I remmed 27 Mayfromour third MV trip on various rivers and canals of the Shipmate, September 2000

Netherlands, Germany, and France. We have traveled each time with AHI International and like the service they provide. We particularly like the fact that on these trips once you board the vessel you can unpack and stay put for the duration. Each of the trips has been 14 days because we feel those long flights over and back just do not warrant anything less. We've also found, at least in our case, that recovery from east to west jetlag is getting longer as we age. It took us about four days to get our circadian clocks reset this time. We started in Amsterdam and ended in Berlin. It was the first cruise for EuROPA in the west to east direction. Traveling this way is very restful, for you can sit in comfort, be waited on if you need anything, get to know your fellow travelers, and watch the passing parade as you proceed along the waterway. We visited a lot of small towns like Sneek; some middle size ones, Bremen and Hamelin of Aesop's Fables fame, and large, Amsterdam and Berlin.

There were bus trips and walking tours to join. For those of you who have not taken one of the Alumni sponsored tours there is always an Alumni Association rep and spouse on board. We were fortunate to have Marijo and Skid Heyworth '70. Sometime during the trip there will be an Alumni reception and on this trip Dick Robertson and I were recognized as the oldest Alumni on board. Now, Classmates, how does that grab you? I've watched us move forward in Shipmate but—Gee Whiz! The rest of the passenger list was made up of Alunmi from the University of Texas, really nice people, and we collectively had a great time. We are looking forward to our next trip.

An update from Jack Le Doux: Thought you might like news on my prostate progress. Since the implant on 3 Febmary, I had a three-month PSA test in May. The result was 0.03, which made the medics happy. Will test again in six months. So far, no serious side effects.

Dave Carrath heard from John Chelgren's son that John had passed away on 1 June, apparentiy suddenly. John's wife, Ruth, died in 1997. Dave and John were roommates and he expects to get further information. So, more later.

Dave Hartshorn and Bob Neely notified me of Ken Dunwody's death on 28 June. Dave reports: In mid June, Mary Lane and I were in Macon, GA. I knew that Ken Dunwody lived there and had heard that he was in poor health. I called his wife, Ann, and she confirmed that his condition was poor but said that he would welcome a visit by a Classmate. Ken seemed to understand what was being said, but just couldn't get the words out. Fortunately, Ann was able to convey most of his meaning. Ken had been suffering from a disease called progressive supranuclear palsy. I feel very fortunate to have been able to see him before it was too late.

I was able to call Ann and had a very upbeat conversation with her. Ken had been afflicted with this relatively rare malady for over ten years, the last two or so particularly bad, but he had been a real trooper and waged a coura-

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geous fight. In lieu of flowers, she would like contributions sent to the Society for Progressive S u p r a n u c l e a r Palsy, Inc. (Suite 5 1 5 , Woodholme Medical Bldg., 1838 Greene Tree Road, Baltimore, M D 21208). Ann can be reached at 4 9 9 2 Guerry D r , M a c o n , GA 31210;912-477-2049.

She sent a newspaper obituary.

Ken was retired chairman of the board of Cherokee Brick & Tile, and was past president of the Brick Institute of America. He was past president of Rotary and member of the Idle Hour Golf and Country Club. He was a charter member and elder of Northminster Presbyterian Church. They had one son and two daughters, and two grandchildren.

I received the following note of thanks to the Class from Marianne Schenkel, for flowers sent to the Naval Academy Chapel for Bob's service there on 11 May. The basket of flowers (Navy Blue and Gold) delivered to the Main Chapel on 11 May for Bob's memorial service were exceptionally beautiful. Kevin, our son, and Alexander, our granddaughter, and I were duly touched. Thank you. Class of 1948.

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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 ArmyNavy Country Club on 13 June. Attendees included Reynolds Beckwith, Jack Benoit, Ralph Ghormley, Fred Grabowsky, Charley Haskell (part time), C.M.C. Jones, Pete Klein, Graham Leonard, Andy Nelson, Paul Riegert, Frank Sherman, Pete Swanson, and Barkley Wood.

Fred Grabowsky gave a report on his recent trip to China, which included a five-day cmise up the Yangtze, including the Three Gorges Project and visits to Chunking, Shanghai, Beijing, the Great Wall, and Xian (home of the terra cotta army). Fred advised that Chinese food in China is not as good as Chinese food in the United States, mainly due to the lack of variety. He also reported that China is a classic example of the value of the market economy in operation, with major constmction projects and prosperity evident everywhere. Alert: does anyone remember all the words to a ditty Graham Leonard composed Plebe Summer which starts, "We're the finer forty-niners, class of loyalties blue and gold, e t c . " (sung to the t u n e of " M y D a r l i n g Clementine"). Pete Swanson reported that while in Pensacola for a squadron reunion he had dinner with Gaynel and Roger Boh. They have a beautiful place overiooking the gulf to

Alabama. After considerable reminiscing, Fred remembered leaving his umbrella at Bone Hamilton's house one night after supper A few days later, he called Bone and asked if he could pick it up. Bone replied, "I already delivered it to you." Fred asked, "When?" Bone replied, "1 put it out with the trash last Tuesday." (For those who don't remember, Fred spent Saturdays recycling useful things from the A r l i n g t o n t r a s h facility, i n c l u d i n g lawnmowers, a gas powered bicycle, and numerous other toys—no record of the umbrella.)

Jack Benoit took the Secretary to task, gently, for incomplete reporting of an event in the June Shipmate column. In addition to Jack Benoit, John Ostlund also retired from the Navy 1 April 1950 at St. Albans Hospital, having been examined by the last permanent retirement board. Our Class is probably unique in having two Classmates who celebrated a total of 100 years of retired service this year.

The Greater Washington Group celebrated the 51 st anniversary of our graduation at an elegant party hosted by Jean and Bud Ince at their beautiful estate (it may have been a farm 25 years ago, but lots of TLC, imagination, and hard work have transformed it). The following attended: Edith and Brock Barkley, Flo and John Barrow, Molly Barrow, Bette and Reynolds Beckwith, Rose-Marie and Jack Benoit, Betty and Bill Callaghan, Rita and Karl Cook, Mary and Kurt Dorenkamp, Kay and Bill Dotson, Pat and John Draim, Nancy and Al Frost, Ralph Ghormley, Jean and Bud Ince, Sue and Jerry Jones, Mary Ellen and Joe Josephson, Liz and Andy Nelson, Marty and Bill Read, Cal Roberts and Eileen Butler, DeEtte and Pete Swanson, Elinor and Al Thomson, Lou and Red Tolbert, Helen and Richard Wolford, and Peggy and Barkley Wood.

Featured are Betty and Bill Callaghan, and Lou and Red Tolbert

Featured are Jean Ince, Barkley Woods, and Bud Ince (I lost track of the second and third generations—sorry)

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Here and There Following received from Bill Shanhouse: To bring y'all up to date on the Georgetown Group (Georgetown, TX, that is) we recently got together for a delightful dinner, adequately preceded with a bottomless Fishhouse punch bowl. The only '49ers here are the Randy Youngs and the Bill Shanhouses. However, our always proper spouses Chiiko and Linda managed to keep our younger associates upholding the tasteful standards we all leamed (?) at the Boat School, Fishhouse and all.

Speaking of Canoe U. we can proudly announce that little Georgetown, TX, has just sent four (4) of our young men to Plebe Summer, Class of '04. The fifth Academy bound from here this year is a young lady who chose the country club in Colorado. Can't win 'em all.

As to the Shanhouse travels, we've been to New York visiting daughters and seven grandchildren; Holland, MI, for the Tulip Festival there; Iowa City where we were honored in the home of the president of the University of Iowa; Chicago as a houseguest of one of Bill's former students at the U of I; and next week in Houston where, for five days, Linda will be working to develop the Republican platform for George W. She was elected as a convention delegate. Following that, we leave for three weeks for a photo safari into Kenya.

But we do get home occasionally, and invite one and all to come visit us in the beautiful hill country of Texas.

No more news, but I thought the following e m a i l , w r i t t e n by a U S M A ' 4 9 e r w a s interesting.

Quote: This from my West Point classmate who is the retired Episcopal Bishop of Texas; of special interest to Civil War buffs and folks who occasionally attend military funerals: The Story of "Taps."

The time was 1862 during the Civil War, when Union Army CRT Robert Ellicombe was with his men near Harrison's Landing in Virginia. The Confederate Army was on the other side of the narrow strip of land.

During the night, CPT Ellicombe heard the moan of a soldier who lay wounded on the field. Not knowing if it was a Union or Confederate soldier, the captain decided to risk his life and bring the stricken man back for medical attention.

Crawling on his stomach through the gunfire, the captain reached the stricken soldier and began pulling him towards his encampment. When he finally reached his own lines, he discovered it was actually a Confederate soldier, but the soldier was dead.

The captain lit a lantern. In the dim light he saw the face of the soldier, caught his breath, and went numb with shock. It was his own son, who had been studying music in the South when the war broke out and enlisted in the Confederate Army without telling his father.

The following moming, the father asked permission to give his son a full military burial despite his enemy status. His request was granted, except that the playing of a funeral dirge by Army band members was denied. Out of respect for the father, the au-

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The captain chose a bugler, and asked him to play a series of musical notes he had found on a piece of paper in his dead son's uniform pocket. This wish was granted.

This music was the haunting melody we now know as "Taps" that is used at all military funerals.

Maurice M Benitez, USMA 1949

Address Updates Ralph Ghormley: new address 900 N Taylor St., Apt. 2016, Ariington, VA 22203; Jerry Kenyon: new address 37301 28th Ave. So., Apt. 27, Federal Way, WA 98003, 253-8354024; Bill Black: new address 7967 Blitz Court, Dunn Loring, VA 22027; Bill Kremidas: new address 1969 Hampton Hills Circle, McLean, VA 22102 (summer), 1063 Continental Ave., Melbourne, FL, 32940 (winter).

Extract of the month: "He doesn't have ulcers, but he is a carrier."

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ENS Byron A. Lee and ENS Montgomery L. Frazier, LEYTE, Greece, June 1950

Annual Membership: 39% Life Membership: 38%

Pres: RADM Roy Snyder, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CAPT Wayne L. Jensen, USN (Ret.) 499 Skyhill Court, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Mary Welch, Jim Oberholtzer, Ed Grunwald and Caral Grunwald

Roy Highberg and Byron Lee sent along some 50th Reunion pictures and Byron adds a 50-year old picture of himself and Monty Frazier taken on the flight deck of LEYTE (CV-32) in Greece shortly after they reported aboard after graduation. There were seven Class of 1950 graduates aboard LEYTE: Paul Forehand, Monty Frazier, Dick Goodspeed, Ron Kelly, Byron Lee, Elvis Purvis and Bob Shultz. All were expecting a pleasant Med cmise, but shortly after they reported aboard they went back to Norfolk and deployed to Korea.

Charles and Sally Mull; Ward and Nancy Lasley

Roy and Velma Highberg; Lindy and Willard Macfarland; and Joyce and Bill Simons Shipmate, September 2000

Frank and Mary Sacone; Dennis and Rose Marie Sullivan; and John and Marv Kirk

Bill Taylor informs that an article in The Washington Post highlights our Classmate, Ray Bowers, as the tennis coach of Jefferson High School in Alexandria, VA, and in his first year his team won the Virginia Northern Region AAA Championship. In addition, Ray was voted coach of the year by the other coaches.

Jack Akin advises that the Class of 1950 Web page is up and operating. Those with Intemet access should go to www.usna.com and cHck on Class of 1950.

Jim Lynn, Class Treasurer, says, "As for Class dues窶馬ot to worry about the past, just start paying $10 for year 2000 and forward."

Send checks payable to "USNA Class of 1950" to CAPT J.W. Lynn, USN, 9000 Belvoir Woods Pkwy, #303, Fort Belvoir, VA 220602705. He likes to have CAPT USN in the address since he and Nancy are outnumbered about ten to one at the Army Retirement community mn by Marriott. Jim adds that if you have not received your copy of the 50th Reunion Class Register then call Don Fraasa at 410-266-6465.

We were shocked to leam of the death of Doris Baggett on 25 June 2000 in LaJolla, CA. Cremation with private services were conducted with inurnment at Ft. Rosecrans National Cemetery, Point Loma, CA. Judy and Mark Frudden were able to visit with Lee's brother, Bill, and with the Baggetts' daughter, Lana Hart, at a visitation on 29 June. It was noted that Lana had retained Doris' miniature Class ring.

Law Kivlen, designated personal representative of your Corresponding Secretary, sends along a picture taken at the USNA Columbarium. Pictured at the inurnment ceremony for Dorothy Jensen at the Columbarium are eight Classmates. Also at the ceremony, but not pictured were Mary Jane Schultz, Pokie

Ann and John Kirk

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Phil Ryan, Don Fraasa, Ed Greenberg, John McNally, Tom Rogers, Milt Schultz, John Cavanaugh.and Law Kivlen at Dorothy Jensen's inurnment, 19 June 2000

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Fraasa, Molly Coleman and Terry Kivlen. The chaplain, LCDR Meehan and R P l Williams said how pleased they were to see such a fine representative turnout for Dorothy. Terry Kivlen sends along a copy ofthe readings used

by Chaplain Meehan at the Ceremony and adds that all were very pleased to have participated in such a formal and holy ceremony.

We had promised a continuation of paragraph four of just what a typical (spoof) Christmas letter should contain as proffered by Larry Hawkins: Bradleyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I'll always think of him as Brad somehow, even though he is 44 years oldâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; is living with advanced upper-pancreatic edema in the ISie'me arrondissment and producing a documentary on Algerian peasants in the time the Embassy spares him. He was infected over the Intemet by a charming Italian Contessa with salt and pepper hair and family estates near San Sulpice that produces a scmmptious vin santo, which took the Medaille d'Or in Bruges for the third time mnning last summer. Two graduate students (one from Frier and one from the Ecole Superieure de Medicine) did their doctoral research on Brad's lower intestine, although I don't understand the connection with the pancreas. However, the June Lancet featiued an electron intererometer micrograph cross section of his villi. He flew his own Lear jet to Monterey in April to host a party at the beach house and spent a week painting the deck and kitchen and writing the new Constitution for Chad. Old friends Julie Newmar and Caroline of Monaco stopped by to chat and he made new friends with a French mastiff named Beureguard.

Concluding paragraph next month!

Tom Ross reports on doings in Annapolis.

On 2 June the ' 5 0 group met at the USNA O'Club to celebrate our 50th to the day. The following attended: John Cavanaugh, Jerry Coleman, Don Fraasa, Ed Greenberg, John Henderson, Jim Oberholtzer, Tom Rogers, Tom Ross, Phil Ryan, Daryle Tripp and George Van. Some had seen the '50 Web site and approved. They discussed our 30th year Memorial Visitors Corner at LeJuene Hall, which needs repairs. '50 will supply $78,000 to bring it into tip-top condition. Everyone had recovered from the USNA graduation and awaited the new Plebe Class. Our part in the graduation, the presentation of ensign/2ndLt bars to members of the Class of '00 went very well and received a lot of good publicity. Tom Rogers did a great job on that project.

The Washington Area Class luncheon was held on 1 June and had: Bill Diehl, Tom Ross, Jim Lynn, John Cavanaugh, Bill Rockey, Jack Ryan, Bob Oliver, Bill Kiehl, Frank Stemer, Charlie Hirsch, Bob Mandeville, Tom Rogers, Bob Shultz, J.J. McNally, Willy Ayres, Roy Snyder, Daryle Tripp and Law Kivlen.

Out in San Diego, staying with the 50 years to the day theme, on 2 June at the Naval Station Mariner Club with champagne supplied

by Mark Fmdden we had Al Fern USMA, Bill Daniels ' 5 1 , Charlie Clark, Wayne Jensen, Bob Muck, Gene Wisenbaker, Dean French, Stan

Neander, Mark Fmdden, Dick Thurston, Don Elliott, Frank Cassilly, Dick Smith, Birch Dewitt, Don Albright, John Malloy, and Frank Taylor. We thought it appropriate to sing an energetic choms of "Army Mule" for our West Point guest, Al Fem. He enjoyed the recognition and said he got thoroughly tired of listening to those "Army Mule" words from across the field over the four years time at Army-Navy games, but it sounded better somehow now.

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Mail Bag At the Springfield, VA, Stamp Club's two day "SpringEx Exhibition," which drew dealers from five states, Harry Gamber handled security matters and Suzanne and Jack Hamilton manned the "goodie bar." It seems that '51 covered the essentials for this evciu

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Pres: Lee Doggett 1201 Black Walnut Lane, Annapolis, MD 21403 h: 410-263-5613; f: 410-263-3317 e: leedoggett@aol.com Vice Pres: John P. Sullivan 866 N. Kensington Drive, Ariington, 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, MD 21401 h: 410-757-9086; fi 410-974-4553 e: ghbs51usna@aol.com Web site: www.usna.com/classes/class51/51a.htm President's Comer This is my first "Comer" to the Class since being elected as your president. I feel honored and privileged to have been elected. '51 has been fortunate to have enjoyed the service of very many previous outstanding presidents. I shall do my best to meet their high standards.

By the time you read this, our 50th Reunion will be only 12 months away. We are firming up the events and activities for 20-23 September 2001.

Much of what we are planning is being done in response to the mail-out questionnaire that you received in June. If you haven't retumed your response to Beau Dietrich, I urge you to do so ASAP. We need to hear from you! The number of indicated attendees is a major factor in putting the package together.

For those of you who will be coming to this year's Homecoming, 21 October 2000, our post-game buffet dinner dance will be held at the North Sevem Naval Station Clipper Club. I hope to see you there.

Class Web Page Ross Williams continues to pump out information on the Class Web page at a great rate. The Web has become the communication path of choice for many of our class, but its use is still by much less than half of our Class. With our 50th Reunion only a year away, the Web page will become the fastest way to keep Classmates abreast of developments.

Mail-outs are slow and we are able to produce no more than three covering all phases of our Reunion.

It behooves you non-participants to get on board.

Special Reminder At the 14 June meeting ofthe 50th Reunion Planning Committee John Redfield reported that only 380 have submitted bios. Come on, we need the rest to get moving! The Class BOD will review the 50th Book in November. It would be a shame to have anyone left out!

Jack and Suzanne Hamilton, and Harry Gamber at the Stamp Club exhibition Art Ward recently was presented with the Naval Reserve Association's President's Award in recognition of Art's dedicated and outstanding service as a Naval Reserve consultant over a period of 22'

Art Ward flanked by Jessica (1) and Esther (r) at award ceremony The Alumni Association river cmise of last year has gone down in history as "special" because of the resultant marriages of Classmates Kin McKee to Pattie Kirkpatrick and Harry Gamber to Jan Ponders. The following picture records this singular event and shows '51s that shared in the "Start of something big." The photo also serves as a warning for bachelors to stay away from the influence of the "Rhine Maiden."

Someone once said, "Give me a young mind and I can influence history." (We had a similar, but different expression at USNA.) Al Raithel clearly embraces that thought. As the photo shows Al putting the finishing touches on another aircraft carrier for his grandson's fleet.

Al Raithel expands his grandson's fleet Shipmate, September 2000

News about changes at the Naval Academy arrives in many ways; a letter from Bob Center is a case in point. Bob writes: Since moving to Virginia, I have been doing some part-time engineering consulting work. Last fall, one of the firms with which I am associated was asked to participate in a study about upgrading MacDonough Hall.

I was responsible for studying the HVAC systems and recommending upgrades for the next 20 years. It involved several trips to tJSNA and working with the architect and users. After presenting our initial study, the architect was asked to make an overview of all of the athletic facilities including Lejuene Hall and the other newer facilities.

To date, all that I know is that the old HVAC systems need to be totally replaced and that the swimming pool in MacDonough Hall is recommended to be removed. Eventually all swimming activities will be done in Lejuene and "Scott Natatorium" will be used for other "activities."

One ofthe special pleasures of living in AnnapoUs is the opportunity to get together with the Midshipmen ofthe 16th Company. Our most recent gathering was at the Annapolis Class monthly luncheon late this spring. From the pictures taken to record the event, I have selected one that demonstrates several points: 1) the Mids are younger and better (?) looking than the '5lets, 2) '51 pays no attention to the "uniform of the day," and 3) it's a great occasion for active exchange of ideas.

A sad occasion for a gathering of Classmates was the memorial service for Kit Kitterman in King George, VA. A goodly number of his Classmates made the sorrowful trip to pay their last respects.

The accompanying picture reflects the occasion.

Billy Lawrence reports attending a space symposium in Pensacola at which his daughter, Wendy, was a principle speaker. Even allowing for a degree of parental pride in the report, I sense that Wendy performed in her usual outstanding manner. Bill also reported on seeing several of the Pensacola '5 lets and getting in a bit of golf on the way from Annapolis to Pensacola. His report leads to a question: Why do all of the southern-based '51ers insist on taking money from us innocent northerners through the game of golf?

Paul Tomb reports that his son-in-law, Paul Ryan, has been selected for flag rank. Way to go! I think this may be the first of the next generation of '51 related flag officers.

Frank Conlon joined Claire and Bob Dunn to mark Bob's visit to Wilmington, NC, to speak at a Navy League gathering. It's nice to see our Classmates continue to represent the Navy well.

Frank Conlon, Claire and Bob Dunn in Wilmington, NC The Dick Dalla Muras hosted Dorris and Dave Ferree at a dinner to celebrate Doris' 50th anniversary of graduation from the nursing school of the Medical University of South Carolina. The below photo notes the two couples in a lovely home setting.

0^ Dalla Muras host the Ferrees in Charleston, SC On a recent Med Cruise, Ron Davie reports that there were anti-American/NATO demonstrations in Athens (watched from his hotel balcony), and the arrest ofthe group's Israeli bus driver by the Palestine police in Bethlehem. Despite of these vicissitudes, Ron reports he loved the cruise.

Our Class Corresponding Sec'y Beau Dietrich exercised executive privilege by sending along a photo of himself and Brian Compton taken at Demopolis, AL. Beau and Ann were on their way to attend their son King's change of command of TICONDEROGA at Ingalls Shipyard. The change of command was an all '51 affair since King was relieved by Glenn Sears' son, Glenn Sears Jr. '82.

'51ers on the M/S ERASMUS Harry Gamber and Jan Ponders (now m/m). Bob and Theda Laighton, PaUie Kirkpatrick and Kin Mckee (now m/m), and Louanne and Jack Cromwell Shipmate, September 2000

Beau and Brian at Demopolis, which are the antebellum relics I'll extract from a short note by Bill Smedberg because there is no better way to tell the story of the following photograph.

During the past year, my grandson, Parker nibble, has been on the Championship Ponte Vedra Storm soccer team. The team's soccer mora was the mother of a teammate, Michael Zavak.

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The focus of the new area is on a) the history of the Naval Academy over the past 100 years, and b) the impact its graduates have had on the heritage of our Navy. The underlying purpose of the exhibits is to support the training of the Midshipmen and the education of the public and midshipmen candidates about the Naval Academy and the Navy.

In accepting the back gallery, VADM Ryan was vocal in his praise of what had been accomplished and publicly expressed his full support for the museum master plan of improvements.

It is noteworthy that the project was completed on time and within budget!

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Attending: Rosemary and Mo Barker, Steve and Anna Bird, Merryana and Curt Karvala, Barbara and Chuck Lavin, Geri Madigan, John Mitchell, Willy Sayer, Hugo Schluter, and Pat and Ed Stolle.

Curt notes: Several folks couldn't attend because of summer activities, trips, etc. We had a nice time and enjoyed delicious food. John Mitchell shared a brief sketch of what his career was like after graduation; we're doing this at each luncheon as a way of getting to know each other better.

Thanks, Curt, for the input.

In June, Jake Brown, Leigh Ebbert, Howard McCollum and Mel Meltzer joined the Annapolis group for their even-month luncheon. (Our Washington-Annapolis area luncheons are on the odd months.) Attending from Annapolis: "Red" Stein, Jim Troutman, Gene Avallone, Jim Quinn, Buz Thomas and Pat Lockwood. After lunch, Jim Troutman took us over to the Naval Academy Museum in Preble Hall, and we toured the recentiy remodeled section depicting naval snapshots during the past 100 years. The picture shows us in front of the Cold War Theater that the Class of '52 sponsors. A very important undertaking. I was impressed by the theater video, and appreciated the effort that had gone into selecting the events that were captured during periods of the Cold War. Exploration of space was an obvious choice. Do drop by and see it!

'51ers and members ofthe 16lh Co. at the Annapolis moiuhly Cla.ss luncheon

L to r: Reese Belk, Sara Hilgartner, Pat Kitterman, Brooke Read, and Pete Hilgartner The planning for our 50th Reunion includes a rededication ofthe back gallery and a reception and tour for all of the reunion attendees.

Our new President, Bob Small, in addition to carrying a full teaching load and heavy involvement in the USNA sailing activities, has spent much of this spring participating in the planning for this year's Millennium OpSail. Already underway, as I write this, the largest gathering of major sail craft from all over the world has left Puerto Rico and has visited Miami and Norfolk. The tall ships reached Baltimore in late June and then proceeded to New York for 4 July before moving north to New London, CT, Boston and on into Canada. Bob deserves major kudos for his role in this major event.

Last Call Once again there is sad news to report about our Class. Our numbers have been reduced by the passing of three of our Classmates. We lost Warren Kitterman on 7 April. News of his memorial service was mentioned in the Mail Bag section. John Bartholomew died on 25 April, and Own H. Ware died on 24 May of this year. Our sympathies and condolences go to their families.

That's about all the space that USNAAA has allotted under the new Shipmate rules. Please keep in touch and God Bless. Guy Shaffer Correction: The July-August column stated that eighty-nine classmates have died in the last year.

That should have read eight or nine classmates have died.

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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: lebbertl @juno.com Ah, September, a transition month that brings to me thoughts of fall, tailgating, and this year a presidential election. Distinctions among the candidates are crystal clear, and the issues all understood, right?

Sure, right! Sometimes I wonder whether we are making much headway on some of the broader questions of education, social security, medicare, etc.

A little closer to home, I was interested in the "Bernie Maguire Report on Ethics Course" that VADM John Ryan '67 spoke highly of during the May Board of Trustees meeting. Bernie Maguire '64, President of his Class, reports on the Naval Academy's "Ethics and Moral Reasoning for the Naval Leader" (NE203). In his introduction, "Why This is Written," Bemie notes that the Class of '64 has had a particular and strong interest in supporting ethics for the Navy as evidenced by the Class publishing the book. Ethics for the Junior Officer, and "...in significant contributions made by our Class to support the Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics." This topic continues to elicit lots of opinion, and I will look forward to reading about it again in Shipmate.

From Curt Karvala, the Hampton Roads Chapter, Class of '52 held its quarterly luncheon at the Brad Bay country club, Virginia Beach on 7 June.

Phil Case brought us up to speed on the results of the recent Virginia Senior games held in Richmond in June that involved Phil, and Lois and Dick Smith.

Lois won two silvers and a bronze in swimming, Dick a gold in three-man half court basketball and a silver in basketball free throws, and I won six golds and a bronze in seven swimming events.

This game is the qualifying event for National Senior Games, which are held every odd year. In July 2001 they will be in Baton Rouge, LA. Congramlations to all of you, and thank you, Phil, for the update.

Ann and Harry Bixby attended the annual Mariner/Marlin Association reunion, which was held in Pensacola in May. Harry writes: The Mariner/Marlin Association is made up of the former PBM and P5M squadron personnel.

While in Pensacola, we had a chance to get together with some of the Emerald Coast '52ers in Destin.

Harry Bixby and Frank Hines Harty continues: This was my first visit to Pensacola since I was a flight instructor at NAAS Whiting in 1960 and the changes were startling if not altogether unexShipmate, September 2000

Ralph Enos was recognized by the Navai Submarine League and the U.S. Naval Institute for Urerary achievement in 1999. His two-part ariicie, "Onkel Karl and Uncle Charlie," published in the Submarine Review (July 1999 and October 1999 issues) was commended as the year's best article on a submarine subject. Thanks, Gamett Bailey.

Wayne Hughes wrote about Ralph attending his day at the Naval Postgraduate School.

Ralph and I went to high school together and then on to USNA. Oldest friend present (at the day). A lifelong White Sox fan, he came down to roast me for being a lifelong Cubs fan. The teams are at the moment (9 June) about where they always are, Sox near the top. Cubs at the bottom.

Skeeter Carson sent the summer issue of The National Museum of Naval Aviation and the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation that contained comments about the Symposium/Convention '00 held in Pensacola in May. On the lead page, "Friday started off with a bang as astronaut CAPT James A. Lovell, USN (Ret.), led a panel of shuttie astronauts through the development and employment of the new generation of re-usable space craft." Jim also is pictured signing a copy of his book, "Apollo 13." ADM Huntington Hardisty, USN (Ret.), is shown accepting the Foundation's Lifetime Service Award for his contributions to the Foundation as chairman of the board from November 1991 to November 1999.

Emerald Coast gathering; Lou McMillan, Harry and Ann Bixby, Helen McMillan, and Peggy and Bill Hippie

The 19th hole pected. I was particularly impressed by the Naval Aviation Museum, but saddened by the sorry condition of the one and only P5M in existence. By necessity, it is parked outside and is consequently suffering from neglect and corrosion. Granted these airplanes were not the most glamorous in the Navy's inventory, but they are a part of the history of Naval Aviation and the museum's specimen deserves better. Hopefully, the Mariner/Marlin Association can do something about it. They are currently involved in a similar project for the PBM at the Pima Air Museum outside of Tucson, AZ. Thank you, Harry, for the input as well as the picture of you and Frank Hines at the Army-Navy Shipmate, September 2000

game party in Albuquerque last December. Harry says he managed to mislay the picture and then forgot about it. He asks, "Does this 'forgetting thing' seem to be getting more common these days?" I would like to think that we are more aware of when it happens than we were before. We will look forward to seeing you and Ann at the 50th.

Bob Compton (relc52@starpowernet) has come online. Thank you. Bob, for the kind things you said about the column. As long as people write to my word processor, and me works, the column works.

Vince Manara forwards a news release telling of LTGEN Thomas P. Stafford being named to the board of directors for Sagence Systems, Inc. The article tells of Tom's career in aerospace beginning in: ... 1952 when he graduated with honor from the U.S. Naval Academy and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force.

In 1962, General Stafford was selected for the Second Astronaut Group by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to participate in the Gemini and Apollo projects. In December 1965, he was the pilot of Gemini VI and performed the world's first rendezvous in space. Over his career. General Stafford has recorded more than 507 cumulative hours in space...

Thank you, Vince.

Color Honoree 2000 Susan McCoy, 1966 Color Girl, sends us a picture of Joe Burgin and his Color Girl and wife, Pat, with the 2000 Color Honoree Sara Callison.

Thank you, Susan.

Jim Troutman sends us the picture of the Class participating in the golf game with the 17th Company Midshipmen on 1 May; it shows: Jim Quinn, Charles McDonald, Leigh Ebbert, Jim Troutman, Mike Sortentino, and Jim Sagerholm. Thanks, Jim. A note from Dick Grant, forwarded by Vince Manara, tells us that Dick Grant went to law school with Jack Pugh from '90 to '93.

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We both are "non-practicing" law school graduates from Texas Wesleyan University. Lois is into exercise, walking and biking three hours each moming.

Thanks, Vince.

Bill Maxson checks in with news of a visit to Dru and Bill Dunn in San Antonio, TX. We had a marvelous time there watching the Dunns feed the many deer on their property, enjoying Mexican food, and being entertained at the musical "South Pacific."

Upon our retum, we also had the privilege of visiting Jetta and Corky Lenox during their family reunion at Pensacola Beach, FL. Their four children and spouse were there with all 12 of their grandchildren. Other friends and relatives were in attendance throughout the week, before Jetta and Corky retumed to San Diego.

Bill also notes: Some of us in the Florida Panhandle are going to the Navy-Notre Dame game on 14 October in Orlando. We have already ordered our game tickets, and will arrive on the 13th and stay at the Wingate Inn, 5661 Windover Drive, Orlando, FL 32819; 407-226-0900. We hope other Classmates travehng to the game will join us.

Thank you. Bill, for the information.

I am saddened to report that CAPT Howard W. Oden USN (Ret.), died 30 May in Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London, CT . Also, Skeeter Carson sends word of the passing of CDR Donald L. Johnson, USN (Ret.), on 25 June in Pensacola. Thank you, Skeeter.

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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.earthlink.net/~pauld53/usna53 It is mid-June and we are busy packing for our departure tomorrow to join Margot and Tom Southerland's Princeton Nature Tour's trip to Australia and New Zealand. Joining us on the trip will be Libby and Huntley Boyd, and Betsy and Jack Morrison. At Sydney, which will be our last stop in Australia, Ellen and Bob Kassel will join us for a dinner. The Kassels have been living in Sydney for a long time and love it. Because of the trip I'm writing the column several weeks early. Sadly, it is not early enough to escape more bad news.

A few days ago I got a message from CAPT John B. Sturges III '78, USN, the son of our Col John B. Sturges, USAF (Ret.). John said he was very sorry to have to report that his dad had died suddenly, on 30 May, of cancer. The cancer had only been discovered a week earlier. Young John went on to say that while death came quickly most ofthe family including John Sr.'s kids, grandkids as well as his siblings, were able to gather together and share memories of happier days. Classmates will remember John as a stalwart member of the 11 th Company and those of us who knew, or served with him in the Air Force, will remember a superb officer who, among other things, was an almost legendary pioneering Atlas-Agena Space Program launch controller. In the 1959-65 time period our

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national space program was in its infancy. Graduates of the Service Academies had engineering training and ambition, which was something the program needed. Many young USNA and USMA types found themselves working long hours and having the time of their lives. John was in the lead. He and Rob Roy '51 had the prestige jobs that controlled all the operational launch activity for West Coast Atlas-Agena boosted programs. There were spectacular failures and disappointments early on, but gradually the successes started coming. John left Vandenberg AFB in 1965, but many of the procedures he helped devise are still being used by the Air Force. A few years ago he wrote that was one of the accomplishments he was most proud of. I was at the Space Systems Division in Los Angeles while John was at Vandenberg and I worked on the fringes of several of his programs. He was good in a very professional way and made me proud that he was a Classmate as well as a friend. A more complete obituary is in the Last Call section. I told young John, as well as his sister, Jennifer, and brothers.

Matt and Peter, how sorry we were and how proud they should be of their dad. He was one of our very good ones.

After the June Class Luncheon on Tuesday Gus Hubal got home and received a call from Bob Adler '51. Bob had the sad duty of informing Gus that his brotiier, our Classmate, CDR Ronald E. Adler, USN (Ret.) had died early Tuesday moming (6 June) of a heart attack. A graveside service was held for him at Arlington National Cemetery on 13 June, followed by a reception at the Army-Navy Country Club. Ron was a frequent attendee at our Class luncheons even though he had some physical problems in recent years. Hart Sebring is working with Ron's brother to see about getting a complete obituary for Last Call.

We send Bob and the rest of Ron's family our most sincere condolences. Ron will be missed.

Frank White sent me a most impressive document from the Govemment of the Island of Guam.

The document was a formal legislative resolution honoring the contributions made by CDR Charles White and his wife, Betty, during the period when Chuck started the first Naval Junior ROTC Program at Father Duenas Memorial School in Guam. The document has seven whereas paragraphs which discuss the positive accomplishments of Betty and Chuck in inspiring many students to become leaders and contributors in their Island Nation, including some 25, that with Chuck's help, secured appointments to the three major U.S. service academies. The key paragraphs state: Resolved, that / mina'Bente Singico Na Litheslaturan Guahan does hereby, on behalf of the people of Guam, welcome CDR Charles White upon his visit to Guam, and recognize him and his wife, Betty, for their numerous earlier contributions to our Island Community; and be it further.

Resolved that the Speaker certify, and the Legislative Secretary attests to the adoption hereof and that copies of the same be thereafter transmitted to CDR Charies White; to Father Duenas Memorial School; and to the Honorable Carl T. C. Gutierrez, IMaga'lalien Guaiian.

Thanks, Frank, and congratulations to both Betty and Chuck.

Phil Charest says that some of us are slow quitting what we enjoy, and working in colleges for the last 22 years has been an enlightening follow-on to his wonderful naval career. But he tumed 70 the other day, before some of us did, but not all. He is retiring from Texas A&M University-Kingsville effective 31 May. For the time being, he and Kathy will stay in Corpus Christi, and he will stay active

as the local (51 high schools) Blue & Gold Officer, as the president of the local Chapter of TROA, as a volunteer at the NAS Corpus Christi's "Retired Activities Office," as a volunteer who interviews applicants for the NROTC and as a volunteer who interviews local applicants to Holy Cross College (Worcester, MA). What do you two do in your spare time, Phil? Thanks for the update and we hope you have our 50th on your calendar?

Mickey and Pat O'Connell sent in a nice letter with two good pictures. They recentiy retumed from their annual trip to Florida. They drove down and joined Carol and Ed Peterson for a cruise on Celebrity's Horizon. Oddly enough they were seated with them last year on another cruise and needless to say when they introduced themselves at dinner the first night and realized that they were Classmates from '53 they were really surprised. So they stayed in touch via email this year and decided to take another cruise. They had a great time, as the Petersons are wonderful to be with. After the cmise the O'Connells drove to West Palm Beach and spent a few days with Joy and Stub Chace. They had a grand time and say that the Chace's really put out the welcome mat. Their first picture shows the four cruisers while the second picture is of an O'Connell family reunion showing Mickey and Pat with their three girls, their three son-in-laws and their wonderful grandchildren. Super pictures Mickey! They conclude by saying they stay busy with bridge and volunteer work and hope to make a trip to San Francisco before the end of the summer. Thanks again and send us a report on your trip west.

Ed Peterson, Mickey and Pat O'Connell, and Carol Peterson There was good news at the June luncheon! Both Larry Watson and Mike Greeley came and appeared to be feeling lots better than they had. That is good news, but the really good news came a littie later when Eddie Best arose and made the following announcement: .. .It gives me such great pleasure to announce the following amazing, honest-to-goodness traeto-life fairy tale.

Once upon a time in a galaxy far, far away lived a beautiful young princess named Lori Sue, who also happened to be an officer in the United States Air Force who went on to become a famous command pilot of an Air Force KC-135 tanker aircraft.

At a formal ball one night she met, danced with, and fell in love with a handsome, dashing, mature prince named Paul Ramon, who also happened to be a retired United States naval officerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;who also had led a "Derring Do" life as an outstanding member ofthe famous 22nd Company, and a Brigade Boxing Champ at the U.S. Naval Academy; as a Navy Supply Corps Officer; and as "Jump Master" of, and making thousands of jumps with the official Navy parachute team, "The Chuting Stars."

You know the story line. She lost one of her formal uniform slippers when running from the ball for a taxi just before the stroke of midnight.

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found her—love atfirstsight—they married—and lived almost happily ever after. It was "almost" happily ever after, because they wanted very much to begin raising a family—but alas—over many years, sadly it was not to be. Finally in 1999 they decided to adopt a newborn baby and on the 21 December, Master "Abraham Paul" Salgado arrived—and what a handsome lad he is! Paul and Lori were overjoyed!

But hark! There was even more joy to come!

As Paul and Lori leamed that mother was now heavy with child (Pun intended)! And so it came to pass that on 31 May 2000 at the Bethesda Naval Hospital Lori Sue, with Paul Ramon assisting, gave birth to—Ramona Lily Followed in a few minutes by: Jeremy Daniel Followed in a few more minutes by: Elena Lori Each weighing in at the 4 lb. 9 oz. range.

After reviving daddy Paul Ramon, the head nurse of the "Birthing Team" proudly announced that this was the healthiest set of multiple birth babies they had ever seen!

And of course they all lived happily ever after—not much sleep for mom and dad—but happy! And Paul really didn't pass out!

Isn't this a great bit of news? From zero babies to four babies in the short span of six months. Eddie says, "I can't even comprehend it." Bea and Eddie visited the Salgados in the hospital and report that Lori is fine, and was to go home Tuesday or Wednesday of last week. The babies are absolutely adorable and the Bests were amazed that at four days you could see the parental resemblance so clearly in the babies. Eddie told Bea not to get any ideas! Thanks Eddie for this wonderful news and our heartiest congratulations to Lori and Paul Salgado. I feel sure that they are our newest parents. Also feel sure as I have said before that Lori is the only '50s era, and probably '60s era as well, wife to have earned combat ribbons in Desert Storm.

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A long letter from Dean Smith reports on Dean and Charlie Sieber's Air Force careers. Dean, (Zharlie and lots of others from' 53, including yours truly, finished flying school at Vance AFB in Oklahoma. From Vance the three of us, plus five or ten others, reported to James ConnaUy AFB in Waco, TX. Dean and Charlie went into advanced multiengine training at Connally while some others of us went into the squadron that flew smdent navigators and bombardiers all over Texas and the south.

Dean says he and CharUe were put in the MATS pipeline and sent to West Palm Beach for basic aircrew training. I don't recall Charlie leaving ConnaUy that soon as I know Charlie and I flew on an overwater training flight and RONed a night in Miami Beach where we shared a hotel room. Sharing a double bed with a large ex-football player was not healthy as he flailed his arms several times during that night and almost knocked me out. Charlie did evenmally leave Connally before those of us who flew the T-29 did. Dean says Charlie eventually joined the 21st Air Transport Squadron at Charleston AFB while Dean who lived a block away was in the 22nd ATS. After getting 1,000 hours in their C-54 (R5Ds for you Navy types) they went back to West Palm for Aircraft Commander training. From there they split up with Dean going to Air Rescue in Japan and Charlie going to a MATS unit at Wheelus AFB in Africa. Dean went from Japan to another rescue unit at Patrick AFB (formerly the Banana River Naval Command) where he watched Charlie Stames having fun colliding with BOMARCS on a regular basis. In the early '70s Dean was at the JCS and got a call from Charlie one-day. CharUe was a math instmctor at USNA. Cathy and Dean got together with Charlie at his

The complete O'Connell clan apartment outside Gate 8 and they met CharUe's wife, Pat, for the first time. Shortly after that the Siebers retired and went back to Texas where Charlie died a while later. Dean also asked where I went after ConnaUy? The answer is I went to MATS also and flew C-124s at Dover AFB, DE, in the 20th ATS. From Dover I went to Goose AB in Labrador where I had a bleeding ulcer and was physically grounded. Mike Sorrentino '52 helped me get assigned to the Air Force Systems Command in Los Angeles and then Vandenberg AFB. At these sites a lot of ex-Mids made the space program go. I didn't realize it at the time, but the grounding was a good break as I had two great assignments where we actaally accompUshed important things. Thanks, Dean for the nostalgia trip. Charlie was another good guy.

That is it for this month. I'm still saving inputs from a bunch of you. That is good, as I will need news when we retum from the trip. Additional pictures this month include two more from the 21st Company Reunion hosted at Pat and Norval Dixon's Hilton Head home. The first of these pictures shows the hosts at their front door while the second shot shows Norv, Mac and Chuck in front of Norv's boat. Picture five is from a Norfolk area party and shows Bobby and Bill Bentley. Picture six shows Jim Harris and Vaughn Wilson (Jim sent in these pictures) and picture seven shows the whole tidewater group. The final picture taken on a very cold day high on a mountain in Bhutan shows our intrepid bird watchers, Margot and Tom Southerland. I wonder if Margot ever says isn't this eoins a little far for a bird?

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Shipmate. But, Article 8 of the Bylaws of the Alunmi Association state that there are only three ways to nominate Tmstees of the Association: (1) Nominations by the Nominating Committee; (2) Nominations by Petition, i.e., nominating a person by a petition signed by at least 150 regular members from the region and received by the Nominating Committee at least 20 days prior to the second regular meeting of the board in a given calendar year; and (3) Nominations by the Chairman ofthe Board. In the cases of Chairman and Vice Chairman, nominees are approved by the Board of Trustees, and presented as a single slate to the regular members of the Alumni Association. These Bylaws were voted by a unanimous vote by the Bylaws Committee chaired by Ed Martin. As an aside, the person who was trying to encourage a write-in vote for the former CMC of the Marine Corps was on the Bylaws Committee and voted for the existing Bylaws which do not allow for "write-in" nominations on the ballot. There is no corporation in the business world that allows their Chairman or Vice Chairman to be elected by a write-in vote by the regular members of the organization. There are too many requirements that go with those two positions Annual Membership: 42% (willingness to serve, time available for workload Life Membership: 29% required, etc.) that it is the responsibility of the Board to name their Chairman and Vice Chairman.

Our Alumni Association is a multi-million doUar Pres: COL Fitz W. Woodrow, USMC (Ret.) business, and actions contrary to the Bylaws are Sec'y: CAPT Oliver Shearer Jr., USN (Ret.) not the way to run a business. For those who want 9615 Podium Dr., Vienna, VA 22182-3338 to influence, or control, the future selection of the h: 703-938-5211; e: ovshearer@erols.com Chairman and/or Vice Chairman of the Board of Webmaster: Will Croom Tmstees of the Naval Academy Alumni Associae: willyaye@hotmail.com tion, they must do it in accordance with the existClass Web site: http://www.usna54.net ing rules. Knee-jerk actions and working outside Class President's Message of the system is not the way to do things. For those Dear Classmates: Now it is June and we are about who have strong concerns and want to make to celebrate the beginning of Fifty Great Years of changes on the Board, there are proper ways to '54! On 14 June 1950, our Class was inaugurated lobby existing Trustees, work within the mles and with the swearing-in ceremony for the first group "pack" the Board, etc., etc. of Midshipmen to claim the titie of "The Class of 1954." They started us off, and as the summer proOne last note. I was taUdng to Jack Wildman gressed, the ranks sweUed to over 1,200 Classmates. the other day, and we are up to 370 Classmates who It is only fitting that our Class was bom on Flag have email addresses. It is my hope that we all Day of' 50, and we have been together for 50 years! check-in to our Web site at least once a week to see Bob Gibson sent me an email and wanted to what is happening. I've said it before, and I'll probknow what went on at the meeting on 12 May that ably say it again: Just because we read something was held by the Naval Academy Alumni on the Intemet, it doesn't mean that what is said is Association's Board of Trustees. These meetings looking at both sides of the equation. I know that are open to everyone. There is nothing to hide and we have Classmates who have strong concerns no secrets are being kept from us. I might add that about our Naval Academy, but the only way to make besides having two Classmates on the Board (Ed a valued decision is to check it out yourself. In that Martin and Charlie Rourke), Mike Stroop was regard, VADM John Ryan '67, the superintendent, in attendance (as President of the RV Chapter), so made a strong pitch as a speaker at the i 2 May board the Class was represented. Prior to the meeting, all meeting to anyone with questions. He said that he of us with email addresses most likely received can't respond to everytilingon the Intemet. There email messages expressing concem about not be- is too much out there, and he only has 24 hours in a ing able to have the ability to "write in" a name for day. He urged that anyone concerned with the Ethnomination of Chairman of the Board. One email ics' course, or any other concern, to come and atwas requesting that "everyone" should be sure to tend all of the Classes in a particular session (not be at the 12 May meeting to see what went on and just one), and make your own decision, and give to voice concerns. Well, none of those vocal people him feedback. I'm impressed with John Ryan and were at the meeting, and the only one requesting to I'm sure that you will be, too. Look at the new poem speak to the Board was a member of the Class of on the Web site written by our Class Poet, Dick '77. He read his two pages of comments and sub- Raymond. It is entitied: '54â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Bom on tiie Fourmitted them to the Chairman for review by cogni- teenth of June. We have a lot to be proud of! And, zant committees. Actually, all of his concerns were thanks to all of you for being the Classmates that answered, and his primary concern of Alumni you are. It has been a great 50 years! fundraising was answered to his satisfaction. There (Scribe note: there seems to have been a good was no reason for the email messages that were reason for the write-in votes. There were enough knocking the balloting system. A separate issue was Alumni disenchanted with the Alumni Association the fact that the Alumni Association made a mis- leadership that they took the opportunity for the take and mailed out ballots that provided space for ballot boo-boo to voice their disagreement with the a "write-in" nomination for Chairman, and that was election, and voted for Chuck Krulak '64 altiiough a mistake that Ron Marryott '57 apologized for in technically, they were in ertor. Some of tiiis dis-

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Prayer flags and Southerlands on a cold Bhutan mountain Remember Class luncheons are on thefirstTuesday of each month at the Fort McNair Officer's Club at 11:30 a.m. There wiU be a Class Luncheon in December and the annual Class of '53 USMAUSNA pre Army-Navy Game luncheon will be at Fort McNair on 28 November. For those of you on the net please check out our Class Web page on a periodic basis. If you have comments, positive or negative, please pass them along to our Web master, Paul Dudley (pauld53@earthlink.net). Thanks to all of you and hope we have big turnouts at our football game tailgates. Cheers, Dave Editor's Note:The July-August column was signed off by Dave Dixon, who does not exist. It should have read Dave Jones.

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agreement probably spills over from USNA's Etiiics Course, which includes a few civilian liberals.

If you want to see the other side of it, you should read Beak Atkinson's comments in www.newtotalitarians.com).

Sad News We lost Steven W. "Louie" Jordan on 17 June in Annapolis after a seven-year bout with amyloidosis. Services were held in the USNA Chapel followed by burial in the Columbarium. Bill Hargrave and Tom Cann '55 had lunch with him two days before he died and he was in good spirits. Louie exceUed as an athlete at Navy. He ran a 9.7 second 100-yard dash and was a QB for the JVs Youngster year. Although a good lacrosse player, he had to drop out 2nd Class year because of illness. After hisfirsttour in St. Paul he eamed his wings in 1957, flew in heavy photographic squadrons and was awarded the Vietoam Cross of Gallantry. An avid sailor, Louie was a member of the Academy Sailing Squadron and the Annapolis Yacht Club. For the past 25 years while living in Annapolis, Louie gave freely of his time in helping organize summer Class picnics and dinners during homecoming weekends. Survivors include his high school sweetheart and wife, Anne, two sons, a daughter, brother, sister, stepsons and stepdaughter. Bill Hargrave wiU provide the obituary to Shipmate. We're really going to miss Louie at our Annapolis and Washington Metro Area fimctions.

The '54 Web site in May provided some inputs for this month. From Bill McKay: All is well here in San Antonio, but getting a litUe warm. Freddie and I are getting ready to depart for Athens, Greece, where we will hook up with Bill Clarke (USMA) and his wife, Shiriey, for a cruise through the Greek Isles ending up in Istanbul.

Jack Anderson, under wife, Rosemary's tutoring, sent his first news on 18 May via digital.

First time on—sitting in my study with Dick Padberg and Charlie Powell and waiting for snow storm to clear so we can play more golf in the Rockies under Pikes Peak. Rosemary and I hve in Colorado Springs just minutes from the Air Force Academy. We are new on the net and are looking forward to talking to many Classmates andfriends.Paddy and Charlie have led rae this far (blind leading the blind) to the Class Web site and a whole new world of info about old and new and dear friends. Please let me hear from you and I will respond as soon as I can get rid of Padberg and Powell. Did all of you guys eat as much as these two?

Later on I received a note from Jack who acknowledged that this get together with golf at the Air Force Academy was for his 69th birthday on 16 May. Jack also added that Paddy made Bloody Marys and Charlie conducted a mini-seminar on estate planning and included a photo of the three buccaneers.

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Dennis Conrady has recovered from prostate and heart bypass operations and is working out almost every day.

Jim Austin (5) came in with a photo of the North Colorado Springs Rotary Golf Toumament for the Ronald McDonald House there. Jim noted that they met 68 but didn't win and used Rosemary's drive most often! L to r: Jim Austin, Ronald MacDonald, Jack Anderson, Rosemary Anderson, Dick Padberg.

Jim also sent a photo of a pool party in April at his and Liz's penthouse time-share at Pueblo Bonito Resort in Mazatlan, Mexico. L to r: Gail Livingstone, Liz Austin, Jim Austin and Phil Livingstone.

The Austins and the Livingstones in Mexico From Jim Bell: The Holmans, Sweets, Lands and Bells recently completed a 25 day tour to China. Linda Sweet was the tour organizer and included some of her Mary Washington Classmates in the 15-person tour party. The accompanying picture depicts the obligatory visit to the Great Wall near Beijing. In addition we visited Shanghai, Xi'an (and the terra cotta soldiers), Chungking and, of course, Hongkong. Although Hong Kong may have been incorporated into China on paper, they have a long way to go before achieving "one-nation" status.

They drive on different sides of the road, have different money systems which are not interchangeable, and you must have your passport stamped to cross the border into Hong Kong.

Mainland Chinese are not free ro G>;vo! bat >; nr-d forth to Hong Kong. It was a great Uiur thai •vs.s made doubly enjoyable with the close cai!!,a:M?e rie of our tour party. L to r: Kitty and Bill L«nd, Linda and Jauncey Sweet, Bill Hohnan and Alison, Jim Bell and Dora.

This past winter Dick Alger, Jim Bell, Fred Franco and Jack Keating met in Annapolis with Dub FuUam's son, Todd, and his family. They live in New Jersey and were down for the weekend for a hockey match in which one of their sons was playing. Alger, Bell and group took them to lunch and toured the Academy while relating some tales of their dad and granddad while he was there. Dick Alger took a photo op. L to r: Jack Keating, Mark and Dan FuUam, Jim Bell, Todd FuUam, Marge and Fred Franco.

Jamie Deuel is keeping us posted on events out West. Terry and Falvie Anderson paid the Duels a visit in their RV en route to a new home in Bend, OR. Jamie talked recentiy with Charlie Horowitz in Phoenix and received email from Max Anacker who is now living in San Francisco. Additionally, Jamie has been in contact with Ed Stevens and old wrestling buddy Woody Holtz who was coming through New Mexico in August.

Binnacle List Your scribe, on 28 May, called to check on Bob Schlenzig. Marion said that he has taken six chemo treatments, is feeling good and appears to be stabilized and they are still planning on making the minireunion in Orlando in October. Steve Wallace and Jaunce Sweet reported that Hal Wood underwent heart valve replacement on 7 June and came through surgery well after three bypasses amd two new valve installations. On 10 June, Kirby gave us an update on Poolie Watson who experienced a moderate stroke in late May. Kirby thanked Classmates for their support through calls, cards and email. Poolie had been discharged from the hospital in Coronado and has amazed many with his speedy recovery.

Raley Thomley's email advised that Spud Campbell is still playing golf despite leukemia.

Ed Dawson submitted a worthy note.

It has been written that growing old is not for sissies or wimps. Most of us are going through this aging process quite well, while other wonderful Classmates are really having a bad time

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The Fullam legacy retold health-wise. I ask as you read this brief message that you consider these great guys and their wives and pray that they will be healed by the grace of God. Bill Hargrave and I have discussed reviving the Prayer Chain—or a telephone chain to get the word out (not all of us have email) if someone is in need or hurting or even terminal. We of the Class of '54 are a close knit fraternity. If we are suffering we should not be alone. We have family, of course, but USNA 1954 is also a family and think of how great it would be to hear from a Classmate when you are really hurting (physically, emotionally or financially). A phone call raight become a blessing to someone who is suffering— just to know that someone cares. Fitz, Hargrave and Ollie are aware of this need to "get the word out" quickly. I also want to be a part of this "telephone chain" so, if you have any input please contact one of us to get the ball rolling. This means local chains that spread rapidly, then connect to other local chains, meaning that information can be spread rapidly across the country within minutes. I thank OUie for allowing me this opportunity to contribute once again to this column. I loved doing the column and I love you all.

Homecoming Dinner for Class of 1954. Bill Peery is organizing a dinner for us after the 21 October Rutgers football game. Join your Classmates after the game at the Naval Academy Officers' and Faculty Club for a social hour 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (cash bar) followed by a full course chicken marsala dinner. Cost is $21 per person. Vegetable plates are available if requested in advance. Send reservations with a check to WK. Peery at 1628 Winchester Road, Annapolis, MD 21401 by 17 October 2000. You can also contact Bill at 410-7577730 or Bill Hargrave at 410-263-5463 for more information. Beat Temple. Your Scribe, Ollie

Homecoming on 20-22 October is eclipsed by our 45th Reunion during the following week. The Homecoming Weekend will feature a Friday parade honoring Bill Anders (among others) as a Distinguished Graduate. There will be an Alumni Association cocktail party at 5 p.m. in Alumni Hall with a possible performance by the Glee Club or another Academy musical group. On Saturday before the game, the Class will have the usual tailgate in the usual place starting about 10:00 a.m. There will not be a planned party after the game because of its close proximity to our Reunion activities.

The Class is planning a tailgate party at the ArmyNavy game in Baltimore on 2 December We may also charter a bus from D.C. to and from the game.

Plans are not yet firm—watch this space (and '55 listserv) for further details.

A Class of 1955 Summer Soiree was held at the Army-Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA, on 14 June. The party—very capably arranged by Denny Sullivan—was especially to greet submariner classmates who were in town for the Submarine League's convention and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Submarine Force. Attending were: Angela and Demo Kolaras, Ann and Wes Saunders, Sabra and Bill Kennington, Peggy and Otto Zipf, Ann and Jerry Holland, Sally and Hartley Holte, Sabra and Bill Smith, Lynne and Ned Floyd, Phyllis and Paul Grozen, Ros and Mai MacKinnon, Betsey and Bob Fountain, Ursula and Tom Kiefaber (non-sub). Chic Cicolani and Christine Blair, Jean and Darrel Westbrook (non-sub), Luz and Todd Meloy, Donna and Dick Peterson, Marlene and Al Dawson, Jean and Norm Harper, Marion and Don Shelton, Barbara and Glenn Arthur, Denny Sullivan, and Susan and Bob Morrison (non-'55er). Out-of-towners were the Sheltons, Floyds, Grozens, and the Arthurs. Todd Meloy's display of memorabilia kit items for the 45th was well received.

'55ers in the San Diego area met for lunch at the Officers' Club, Miramar MCAS, on 25 May. Attendees included: Lynne and Ned Floyd, Charles

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Hagee, Bob Hammond, Jim Kelly, Ray Medeiros with Barbara Oblinger, Harry Schrader's widow, Carol, and Peggy and Hugh Webster. The group had a good time and managed not to solve any political or social issues during lunch.

The latest episode of Otto Zipf's globed-otting adventures continues: Peggy and I spent tiiree grand weeks in Spain during April. We were in Sevilla for two of the three weeks. Our first week in Sevilla was for Semana Santa (Holy Week). We cannot imagine that there is any better place in the world to be than Sevilla for this most holy and important week of the year. It is a very memorable series of religious pageantry and processions. After Semana Santa, we spent what has become our annual week in Marbella on the Costa del Sol. Then we headed back to Sevilla for the annual April Feria (fair).

This is a large festive celebration that goes on daily for an entire week, and also marks the start ofthe bullfighting season for Sevilla. The enclosed picture shows Peggy and me joining in with the hordes of Spaniards who really made us feel that we were a part of their annual celebration. There were over 1,000 casetas (stalls), each of which becomes a venue for groups of partygoers.

to Bryce Canyon National Park. Great trip! Mary Ann and I have never been there before. The scenery was breathtaking. We had temperatures in the 100s. The enclosed picture was taken at Bryce Canyon with the "Hoodoos" in the background.

We took some strenuous hikes to the canyon floor.

My motto is still, "Nothing to do and all day to do it in." Looking forward to the 45th!

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Otto with his scholar Otto also reported that he saw where our Classmate, Robert B. "Robin" Pirie, assistant secretary of the Navy (Installations and Environment) took part in the ceremony closing the Annapolis laboratory in the fall of 1999. Otto believes that our Classmate, Ed Ogden (Otrupchak), was OIC of the lab as an ED Captain just prior to his retirement from active duty.

Al "King" Kozischek sent in the following: A snapshot from our latestti-avels—31May to 5 June. Drove to Zion National Park and then on Shipmate, September 2000

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Heard from Paw! S5iithr>i«fcx>»i I have enclosed a pictLite ^.* '_• Schultz. Pat and I had the gooc toi;:.; ,. anelbow with them and then share ;ir-;.•-.. at dinner at our favorite restaurant—Caralind bitii.

Unfortunately, Lyn and Dan Shields were uol available to join the Class meeting and dinner. Torn and Diane were visiting the Outer Banks for a long weekend in early June. Tom's son had a vacation rental on Hatteras Island and they came up to the Southern Shores area for golf and joined us afterwards. Unfortunately, I was unable to golf with them as town duties just got in the way. Guess that is the down side of political life! The good life continues on the Outer Banks so Pat and I welcome all Classmates coming to the Outer Banks to join us for good times.

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>;•• ,1 Tom and Diane Schultz Potpourri Koz and Mary Ann at Bryce Canyon National Park In June, Vern Carlson went on a grand tour of I regret to inform that our Classmate Roderick Nordic countries (Oslo, Norway, Stockholm, SweS. Dickens Jr. was found slain in his home in North den, and Helsinki, Finland). He expected to be back Jacksonville, FL, on 9 June. He was in the 24th in La Jolla, CA, by 12 July, then on to Minnesota company and spent six years on active duty as a (H.S. 50th), Costa Rica (coffee bean picking time), naval aviator. Dickens, known by students and fac- and finally to our 45th. Tim Sandmeyer writes that ulty as Mr. Physics, taught physics at Fortest High another of our Classmates has surfaced (to use a School in Jacksonville for 37 years before retiring submariners term)—Bill Forbes and his wife, Beth. in 1998. Billy Parker, the school's principal at the They are residing in Mount Dora, FL. "We had a time, said, "Dickens was the finest teacher that God mini/micro Class reunion here in Vero Beach reever put in the science department. He did so many cently, along with Edna and Rip Wieler. Rip, Bill things for so many children. I have never, ever had and myself served in the Philippines in the mid to a better teacher more dedicated to children and late 50s." John DeZell joined the Neighbors of schools." Throughout his career, Dickens was hon- Woodcraft staff in March. Immediately prior, he was ored with numerous national and local teaching the field manager of the Oregon Territory for Royal awards, including being one of five teachers na- Neighbors of America where he recruited and tionwide to receive the Innovative Teaching in Phys- trained field representatives. John will perform ics Award in 1971. Dickens also was named Duval similar duties as Neighbors' Regional Sales ManTeacher of the Year in 1984, given the Presidential ager. The Washington, D.C, area Dark Ages Party Award for Excellence in the Teaching of Science is scheduled for 24 February 2001 at Hidden Creek and named a mnner-up for the Florida Teacher of Country Club in Reston, VA. Ray Hine will host— the Year in 1987. Then, in 1990, he was inducted Hidden Creek being "his house." into the Duval County Teacher's Hall of Fame.

Correction: In the '55 June column's Potpourri Nineteen classmates and spouses have signed up section. Veteran's Administration Prostate Cancer for a tennis round robin at our 45th. It will be at 11 Compensation Program, errantly was listed as a.m. on Friday, 27 October, at the Academy courts. Virginia's Prostate Cancer Compensation Program.

Players of all skill levels are welcome. Classmates For more information on the VA program, contact wanting to participate can sign up on arrival, or Les Guille (13218 Tall Oak Turn, Sumerduck, VA email Jack 'Tallman atjacksplace@neworld.net, or 22742; 540-439-8066, slguille@erols.com). drop a card to him at 389 Alpine Dr., Colfax, CA 95713.

Heard it on the Grapevine ('55 Listserv) Dick Mieldazis started an avalanche of first car remembrances with his vignette about Cars at USNA. Joe Armstrong and Larry Frost shared their thoughts on how USNA prepares its graduates to be leaders in both military and civilian life.

Gary Snyder (RVer) and Gordon Guimond (cruise shipper) delighted us with trip reports regarding their Alaskan vacations. Norm Palladino with updates about the latest additions and improvements to the '55 Web site. Bob Price (ex-stockbroker par » . • excellent) with his mutual fund picks ofthe month.

And the jokemongers.

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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 Class News and Happenings: Liberty Calls As the early spring made its mark on the inhabitants ofthe Mid-Atiantic states, Leo Koerkenmeier (18) passed on the following.

Spent all day cleaning our motor home prior to our travels to Myrtle Beach, SC, and Louisville, KY. We took in the Kentucky Derby for the first time several years ago and enjoyed it thoroughly.

While there, we toured Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, the Ft. Knox Museum, the Toyota plant in Georgetown, and if I recall it correctiy, the Jim Beam distillery as well.

This time, we'll probably go to Gatlinburg/ Pidgeon Forge, TN, on our way back and possibly take in Nashville as well.

The motor home, when not on the highway, is kept at the Naval Recreation Center at Solomons, MD. Neat for storage, plus we use it as our condominium while playing about in our little runabout boat just across the Patuxent River in Califomia, MD. We make a vacation of it each time we go down to the Patuxent.

Somehow, I don't get seasick on our littie boat.

Maybe I could have made it in destroyers. Who knows, but I thoroughly enjoyed the USAF career path that I took. But one thing is for sureâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Let's sink that Army team again this fall!

Here's a follow-up message that came from Joe Pope (5) concerning the passing of Chanetta and Dick Terrell (1): Elaine and I attended the memorial service that was held in Pine Bluff, AR, for Dick and Chanetta Terrell. It was a good and fitting service, attended mostly by Chanetta's family and friends from Pine Bluff, with a lot of nice things said about them both. Their deaths were a great loss to the Class and their many friends.

More Tidewater: Hoot Foote (12), Joe Maston (22), Neil Donovan (21), and Fred Adams (23) Perry Stone (17), Boom Cannon (4), Poppy Miller (17), and Bill Hull (17) among the '56ers in the Norfolk toumament Jim "Boom" Cannon (4) sent along the above photo taken at the 31 May USNA Alumni Toumament at Sewell's Point in Norfolk. Also at the affair were Hal Ellis (5) and Hoot Foote (12). Jim was a co-chairman for the toumament, which drew 120 golfers. Things for the Class seem to be the rule in Tidewater. Good to see the guys together Boom adds the following: Concerning the 2000 Army-Navy game in Baltimore: Alice and I will be there along with Rod Flannery (4) and maybe Dick Jensen (4) will sneak out of those Wisconsin hills. In addition, your neighbor "Hammer'in" Hank Jordan (4) will be there. We're expecting a showing from the Class there.

At our recent Class luncheon, a few of the guys were talking about the mini-reunion being held this fall in Florida in conjunction with the Notre Dame game.

There were about 12 Classmates at the May luncheon for Tidewater '56ers. Attending were Dick Swanenberg (13), Perry Stone (17), Robbie Robertson (2), Jack Mclntyre (15), Jay Maston (22), Hoot Foote (12), Dave Carre (8), Russ Burt (22), and myself. And with my recall being what it is, there may have been a couple others that I can't remember just now! Hoppy Miller (17) should be in his new digs in Virginia Beach by the time this gets printed. Best to everyone.

Tidewater '56 Luncheon: Fred Adams (23), Jack Mclntyre (15), Robbie Robertson (2), Perry Stone (17), and Dick Swanenberg (13)

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Tidewater again! Dave Carre (8), Russ Burt (22), and Al Newbury (12) News came in from Choppy Cusachs (5): Got to chat with John Legendre (22) at the area USNA Alumni Chapter meeting in April. We laughed at our situationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;seeing all those active duty folks who weren't even in high school when we were Midshipmen. Now these new kids on the block are those sporting four stripes!

I'm riding herd on the '56 contingent hereabouts and looking forward to "new" Herb Woods (6) settiing here. Gene Williams (2) had planned to be traveling, but his son is playing high school baseball, so Gene and I are taking in his son's game this coming weekend.

Interesting to notice what you are doing in the Sewanee EFM program. I'd like to be up to date with your impressions, since I have input in the preparation of clergy. Back in my day, I graduated from a Quaker seminary while doing a twoyear program at the little Anglican seminary in San Antonio, TX, St. George's. It required me to commute there one weekend a month. It was almost like Plebe "Vear, being enrolled in three institutions at once, getting much of my pastoral counseling major in the University of Houston's counseling psychology program at the same time.

Didn't get much sleep while writing the thesis portion.

Doing the 90 hours M.Div. program in one year made rae feel rather well. At least, until I met a fellow who did a seven year clinical psychology doctoral program in just under two!

We are using the Netscape browser and have for our ISP the Greater New Orleans Free Net. It's $75 a year, but we have never gotten the email sorted in a way that would be usefiil. The archiving is easy with the littie First Reader program. It is set up with a dozen folders for ray and Carol Lee's raail.

Improved service isn't really a near prospect for us. We are too far out for cable. Satellite service feeding our computers is a likely prospect in the future, but we would still need a dedicated phone line. There's our small dish for that service one day. Sometime this year, I hope to leam how to set up our own Web page for the Diocese and get it up. But life these days usually has something new always coming along to grab the time!

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Now if we can finally get the electric fence right enough to keep one Lab-mix puppy. Sunshine, a.k.a. Houdini, out of the garden!

Greetings to all.

Seaburds Return to Newport When tiie sap ran in New England this spring, there were our two mariners, Jane and H o w i e Burdick (1) pushing their way north. Here's a summary of notable entries in their log.

Monday 10 April: Underway after 8:00 a.m. in cold but wanning conditions, but we were just a tad late for the hourly opening of the only pontoon bridge on die ICW. Just past Lockwood's Folly Inlet, the sloop ahead started maneuvering enatically. We finally saw they were pursuing an inflatable dinghy. The chase continued until they ran aground. The dinghy blew into marsh grass.

Since we had our inflated dinghy astem, Jane and I nosed into a near dock with less than a foot under keel, and I rowed our dinghy in to retrieve the loose one. By that time, the owners in a sloop further ahead realized they no longer had theirs in tow. It tumed out that sloop was the boat, which had invited us to cocktails in St. Augustine, and with whom we had been keeping a periodic radio status report exchange. The name of their boat is WINSOME. Name of their errant dinghy is LOSE SOME. They have invited us to claim our salvage fee at their home in St Michael's, MD, on our way through Chesapeake Bay. Arrived at the Southport Marina mid-afternoon, with our friend Tom Howley waiting and ready to handle lines. He took us to the laundromat, grocery and some other shopping places—and we took him to dinner at a Thai restaurant called Peppers. It was quite fine, and it Uved up to it's name!

Following week. Summary: Wild, wet, windy and wooly. Southport to Wrightsville Beach to Swansboro, NC. At Wrightsville Beach we anchored in a basin right off the beach as we witnessed the rescue of the crew of a Hobie Cat— they had been too ambitious for the conditions.

Mid-week we had reached the Alligator-Pungo Canal as winds picked up to 30-plus knots. At this time, a sailboat, which had previously run aground in the vicinity of Emerald Isle got caught on a stump while waiting for Fairfield Highway swing bridge to open. I had to radio for help to TowBoat US at Bellhaven (25 miles away). Three boats had come to grief in the same area on our way down!

"The price of safe navigation is eternal vigilance."

On to EUzabeth City (a 60 mile day), arriving in time for "The Rosebuddies" wine and cheese welcome to visiting sailors!

Rosebuddies are a group of senior citizens who conned the city into offering free 48-hour dockage to sailors and provide this nice welcome—a most friendly town. We took in Good Friday meditations there. Celebrated Easter while in the middle of the Great Dismal Swamp and on to Norfolk and Littie Creek, meeting many friends from past days. This included a nice visit with Arline Schuize, widow of our Classmate John Schulze.

Headed north again, putting into Somers Cove in Crisfield, MD. Really fine State of Maryland facility there with its fine showers and laundry equipment.

The following week we put into several Chesapeake Bay spots in Maryland; Deal Island, Smith Island, Peach Bottom Creek (just north of Oxford, Easton, Rock Hall, and through the C & D Canal.

Did stop in Annapolis, taking in a Chapel service that resembled the new "Lutherpalian" service!

While anchored off Farragut Field, I remembered that back in the summer of '56, while I helped teach sailing to the Class of '60, a young Army captain named George Patton relieved another young captain named Alexander Haig as the Array exchange company officer. I took CPT Patton out with me on the Bay on a couple of outings. Over to Cape May and up the coast to Long Island. The weather had tumed hot for mid-May!

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17 May: Just around the bend from Kings Point, we celebrated our 42nd anniversary in Manhasset Bay. Took the train back into the city for some shopping and a visit to St. Thomas Cathedral (Episcopal) which is across the street from St. Patrick's Cathedral and the memories of our former chief of Navy chaplains, John Cardinal O'Connor.

Slipped down Long Island Sound to Pawcatuck River on the state line between Connecticut and Rhode Island to Avondale, RI, for a nice reunion with my father (a spry 99 years of age), my sister and her husband, and Jane's sister and husband.

Thereafter it was a several days stay at "downtown" Block Island, RI, and back to Newport on 27 May. Would you believe it? The plans for the next trip are in the works! A run down East, then up the St. Lawrence with a bit of the Great Lakes, down the Mississippi, then a cut across the Gulf, and finally the retum up the ICW again. Jane is already looking for a trawler for this adventure!

Thanks to everyone who shared in our pleasure.

Cheers to all from Jane and Howie of EVENTIDE. From the west coast of Florida, Peirce Ferriter (16) dropped a line: Good to hear Natty Boh is still available in Baltiraore. It wouldn't seem like the city of old without that!

One bit of news—Cool Sam Morris (4) is raaking the sail to the Dry Tortugas in May. I told him he could use ray GPS, but knowing that old salt, he'll no doubt be going via a DR track, using his sextant and clock, and hitting the beach right on the mark!

Vern Dander (5) made a long trip this winter.

His thoughts: Good trip but a littie lighter on the snorkeling than I would have liked. But the trip reinforced my decision from 1956 that led me to go USAF. Spent three days crossing the Coral Sea from New Caledonia to Australia and (in spite of the fact I was living in what would have been flag rank quarters on a Navy ship, had access to a hot tub and small swimming pool, and was eating gourmet food). I found myself once again gazing over the fantail watching the wake because it was the only thing that was "different!" By the third day I had a real big case of "When the Hell are we going to get into port-itis."

When I wandered up to the bridge, and began chatting with the captain and the first officer— two Irishmen. They found out that I was from the Academy and they started asking "nautical" questions left and right. I mean we got into DRing, sunlines, springlines, how much scope to lay down, and all that other "stuff." I thought, "These guys are going to try and put rae to work pulling a raidwatch." Well, after deraonstrating sufficient lack of current knowledge, I was given free range of the bridge "as long as I stayed out of the way."

So that becarae ray station as the ship went through about ten pilot-directed transits in and out of harbors or anchorages, four anchorings, and about half-dozen putting the ship alongside a pier (those modulated bow thrusters make it a piece of cake), and sundry other nautical maneuvers.

It so happened that trip had a distinctive Irish flavor to it besides the ship's brass. We arrived in Auckland the day the locals were celebrating St. Patty's Day. We were walking down the street and along comes a parade, coraplete with the bagpipers.

Pretty good sized display of marchers; scruffy looking bunch, but large (was New Zealand one of those penal colonies?) And of course, the real day was midweek, so we celebrated with corned beef and cabbage, and green beer (Bud dyed with food coloring).

So anyway, I've now matched ray mid cruises in nuraber (discounting YP drills). Who says I ain't a "real" sailor?

By the way, just leamed that our John Lally (13) had an interesting time of it all prior to arriving at Annapolis in ' 5 2 : During the suraraers of ray high school years, 1 worked in the Burgermeister brewery in San Francisco. It was good pay for a high school kid! It brings back memories of radio station KGO (circa 1948) blaring out this jingle: Burgermeister, Burgermeister, so light and golden clear, Burgermeister, Burgermeister, it's a real fine pale been Great time to be a kid!

In hearing about John's past, several of Classmates thought back to our Plebe year. L a r r y Smith (14) brought in a neat cause and consequence for John: Your thick skin probably coraes from your 13th Company version of Plebe year at the tender hands of M. Staser Holcomb '53 and Associates. Mine carae frora "Dirty" A! Dunaway '53 and Associates in your sister company.

Do you recall that, frora tirae-to-tirae, there was a routine songfeast that was arranged by the southern Firstie's Classmates.

The target Firstie was immensely proud of his southem heritage. The other Firsties in the 14th Co. would get all the Plebes in the company together to serenade hira with "Marching Through Georgia." Believe me, we sang it with great gusto.

Of course, there was nothing he could do about it—we were only following orders. His Classmates would be around the comer, in hysterics.

Later, this Firstie's roomie told us the guy would put his head face down on his desk, eyes scmnched shut, fists clenched, until we finished the song.

So easy to sraile about it these days!

John couldn't resist adding the following: If I remember correctly one of those "associates" frora '53 was a forraer marine. The standard come around to him included my singing the full rendition of The Marine's Hyran! An odd thing to recall during one of those corae arounds was that this fellow had split open an empty tube of toothpaste in order to scrape out the remains with his toothbrush. Heck even I had fresh toothpaste on our raonthly insult back then! Funny what my pea brain has retained after all these years. I can remember these incidents and not one calculus forraula! Heck, if it weren't for Harry Hicks (17) and rae, the upper Classraen in the 4th Batt would have had sorae very very boring evenings!

Remeraber the posters that we had to have on our doors for the football games? Well, it was Hick's turn to do it, and he waited until the last minute to post it. He took a desk blotter and wrote on it, "Coldcocic Columbia" and tacked it to the door. It wasn't there for raore than five rainutes when the heavy sound of the ring rapping and the door flew opened. It was the OOW. He chewed us out for being vile, and so forth! Can't remember if he wrote us up or not. "Been fried before" saved raany a soul.

Hearing this, Peirce Ferriter (16) suggested that this particular Firstie was very uptight, and that's what made it so easy to get in trouble with hira. "I'ra better off for it though, on account of hira, I know "Sea Fever" and the poera "Gungadin"—still do, no kidding (or another word to that effect)!

I must go down to the seas again, To the lonely sea and the sky.

And all I ask is a tall ship, and a star to steer her by...

And John piped in with this: Don't feel bad about the calculus. I couldn't have told you anything about it the day after the final exam. You can safely assume that the only things reraerabered now were the signal flag, seraaphore, and Morse code drilled into us by the corapany.

Well, your scribe isn't shy; he just had to get in a word:

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You guys were lucky. Seriously, the Third Company was so bad Plebe Year, that—its a fact—I tt-aveled to the Third Batt area as often as I could. Great place for a casual walk.. .Positively an uplifting atmosphere over there visiting the Ninth Company digs for Dick Shigley, Bill Price, and Glenn Ball a peaceful, restful room.

Beat Army.. .Again in 2000!

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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 Classmates, I am again saddened to begin our Class column with news of the death of one of our Classmates, Jim Royer. I leamed of Jim's passing from both the Alumni Association and Bob Lutz, who has a running info circuit on email. Here is the detail, as reported in "Sports News" dateUned New York: Jim Royer, who spent 20 years with the New York Jets as a scout and director of pro personnel, has died of colon cancer. He was 67. Royer worked in the NFL first as an offensive line coach for the New Orleans Saints from 1970-72, then as a scout with the Washington Redskins in 1973 and the Galaxy Scouting Combine in 1974. He joined the Jets in 1975 and retired in 1996.

Among the free agent players he signed for the Jets were fullback Brad Baxter, tackles Jeff Criswell and Scott Mersereau, and punter Louie Aguiar. Royer was a 1957 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and spent 10 years coaching at Navy, Buffalo, Tulane and Pittsburgh. Royer died Monday. He is survived by his wife, Linda, a son and daughter.

On behalf of our Classmates, I extend to Linda and Jim's family our heartfelt condolences and prayers for them. Those who knew Jim at the Academy and in his later careers were much the better, and all relished his sense of faimess and good humor We will miss him!

In other matters, this month has been robust in terms of letters and other input for the column. In the truly ecumenical department, Jim Craven '64, sent in the report of Classmate Duncan Jones' ordination to the Deaconate of the Episcopal Church which occurred on 28 May. The ceremony took place at the Church of Our Savior in Jackson, NC. Congratulations, Dune; you do us proud!

Dave North sent along a great picture of Virginia and Brad Parkinson posing with Dave at the recent Laurel Award ceremony. Here is Dave's note describing the event: I had the distinct pleasure of awarding Brad Parkinson a Laurels Legends award during a ceremony at the Smithsonian's Air and Space Museum in April. Aviation Weelc's Legends are honored for their past accoraplishraents and have usually received raore than one laurel in the past 40 years. Brad had received two. Brad was honored for his leadership in GPS, both in the Air Force and as a professor at Stanford. Brad joined other notable Legends in the magazine's Hall of Fame, including Michael Collins, John Glenn, Sir Ralph Robbins, Jimray Doolittle, and Igor Sikorski. I was very proud of Brad's accomplishments as a Classraate, and as a friend. Gerry Gentry also attended the ceremony, while recovering from recent surgery. I remain editor-in-chief of Aviation Weeic and have not hung up my G-suit, but my 6-G body is getting tiredflailingaround in 9-G aircraft.

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L to r: Brad and Virginia Parkinson and Dave North Again, congratulations to Brad, and Dave—both have made major contributions which make all of us extremely proud of them. I may have mentioned in a past column that I had the pleasure of chatting briefly with Brad during one of my visits to Silicon Valley. He told me that he and Virginia were about to pick up stakes in Los Altos and move to the more relaxed atmosphere of San Luis Obispo. Throw me in that briar patch!

In other snail mail, Jim Burns sent in a photo of himself prospecting in the wilderness with Jim Baker. The Bums letter reads as follows: Late last year Carol and I left our comfortable quiet abode here in Cedar Rapids, lA, and visited with Linda and Milt Bank in Monterey, CA. Had a nice tour by Milt through the Naval Postgraduate School and enjoyed talking about tiraes past.

Linda, who is a great hostess, prepared a wonderful dinner for us in their horae. In April of this year, we traveled west to Arizona and visited many friends. We started in Phoenix and ended in Prescott. In Scottsdale, we had dinner with Bill Petro, Christianne and Dick Chenalult. We joined Dick and Christianne the following day for lunch in their beautiful home in Carefree, AZ. It was apparent that retireraent agrees with them. Frora Carefree we traveled to Prescott for three days to get reacquainted with Jim Baker who has just taken over as director of the aviation science prograra at Erabry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

When many of us are thinking of retiring, Jira is starting a new career. Speaking of retiring, I am still working for Rockwell Intemational here in Cedar Rapids. Maybe in 20011 will cut loose from the daily routine? The picture is of Jira and me in the old mining town of Jerome, AZ.

In email, more than the usual number of people wrote messages and sent pictures specifically destined for Shipmate—a good sign that the Internet will not undermine the value of the monthly formal news we receive.

Paul Roush sent in this fine update: Darline and I spent the entire month of May in Hawaii. It was, as always, a magnificent experience. Wonderful weather (comfortable temperature, low humidity, constant breeze), fun things to do, superb (i.e., casual) lifestyle. We rented a condo at a great location near Waikiki, one block to beaches, within easy walking distance to the Hale Koa hotel at Fort DeRussey. We were so enthused about the Hawaiian lifestyle that we made several (escalating) offers to buy a lovely gardenlanai penthouse, but the seller was unimpressed with our pecuniary blandishments. Ginny and George FrankflewoverfromOccoquan, VA, and joined us for a week, thus making our stay even better. George and I were on the same Plebe Summer boxing team, shared a double bunk at The Basic School, and spent a couple of decades in the Marine Corps, so it was like reliving old times.

George and Ginny had hosted Darline for the Class of '57's 40th Reunion—the catalyst that started the two of us on our new life together. We all found ways to relive parts of our R & R days in Hawaii during the Vietnam era—went to the Don Ho show (yes, he's still alive), for example. I spent a lot of time photographing orchids at nurseries, botanical gardens, and orchid shows. We also took advantage of hotel (beach, lunch, and shopping) facilities during the day and listening to Hawaiian music at hotel ocean fronts in early evening. The music was free, but the Mai Tai's were not. We're ready to go back every year, hopefully via home exchanges in the future. Our next journey will be to France on a home exchange in July and August. In our former lives we used to think that "someday" we would do things like this. After losing our spouses before "someday" came, we decided that the future is now. We've ordered the usual seasonticketsfor the home football games, so are looking forward to seeing raany of you at the games this fall.

Steve Bond sent in a picture of Teeny and Judy Ritchie holding Sherwood Ritchie down, unfortunately there was difficulty getting it produced for this issue. For those who do not follow the Class email chat, I am happy to report that both Steve and Teeny seem to be holding tiieir own in the nasty battle with cancer. Our prayers and good wishes are with both of them!

Finally, I am pleased to report a call I received from companymate Ted Vaughn originating in Watkins Glenn, where Ted was actively engaged in his second avocation, auto racing! His formula whatever (I know nothing of such things, and the call was before my brain had engaged one moming) car, appropriately numbered 357, was still intact and he noted that he had been making the "circuit" for a few weeks (this was in early July). He was making an effort to go over to Syracuse to pick up Bruce Tapper and bring him to the track for an afternoon of racing. Good on you, Ted. Keep your eyes on the road!

Washington Class Chapter President Bruce DeMars reminded me that as part of the Class election process, we must publish the names of candidates for office in Shipmate, and consonant with

Did YOU know Shipmate is on the Web? L to r: Jira Burns and Jira Baker

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that direction, here is the slate, arrived at by the duly constituted nominating committee. As you will see, there is ttue variety and lots of choice. I should point out that one of the criteria for being on this list is a stated willingness to be there, and to serve if elected. Some candidates appear on both President and Vice President slate; others are on only one list. That reflects those individual's preference to serve only in the office involved. I should also point out that the Vice President's duties include management of decedent affairs. With all that preamble, here is the slate.

For President: Dave Cooper, Dale Hollabaugh, Ken Malley, Bill Peerenboom, and Fritz Warren.

For Vice P r e s i d e n t : B u z z B e a n s , D a l e Hollabaugh, Ken Malley, Bill Peerenboom, John Stacey, and Fritz Warren.

The Republicans. D e m o c r a t s and Reformers should be so lucky! Good luck, and may the man with the most votes win!

One final administrative comment, on a serious note. I need to remind you that when we lose a Classmate, in order for an obituary to be published in Last Call it must be submitted by a Classmate, or member of the decedent's family, as opposed to a local paper or other source. It is our duty (carried out through the Company Coordinators) to artange for the writing and submission of that obituary direct to the Last Call editor of Shipmate. There is good reason for this policy; it assures that the Last CaU write-ups are tailored to reflect the closeness of family and Class to the deceased. That quality is not necessarily a part of an obituary written by others. So, Company Coordinators, please take time to contact the Classmate's family and arrange with them and a companymate to create a suitable obituary for Shipmate.

One final letter came to us; it is a report from Clark Rook (land6102@aol.com) and contains information of great interest to all of us. We owe Clark a debt of gratitude for his courage and devotion to his new challenge. Here is Clark's letter: As some of you may know, my wife, Elaine, passed away last New Year's Eve after an almost five year battle with ovarian cancer. She had memorial services both here in Virginia and in her hometown of Naugatuck, CT. What gave the family great consolation were the more than 250 who attended the service here in Virginia. However, what really got to me was the number of '57 who attended, and to each of thera and the ones who sent cards and letters, I can't thank you enough!

Since her death, I have gotten myself quite involved as a volunteer with the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance which is the umbrella organization for all ovarian cancer organizations around the country. I was asked after Elaine's death whether I was bitter at having lost her after 37 years. My answer was a quick yes, but I also added that my real bitterness lies in the fact that we knew essentially nothing about ovarian cancer until it was too late. One of the main efforts of the Alliance is to expand the awareness of ovarian cancer wherever and whenever it can, and using the Class column, I hope you'll permit me to pass along some of the things I have leamed. The Alliance

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must have some confidence in rae as they had me testify recently before one of the Senate sub-committees. What an experience that was!

The American Cancer Society is estimating that there will be 23,100 new cases of ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2000 with an estimated 14,000 deaths. Ovarian cancer is the deadliest of the gynecologic cancers. What is significant is that only 25 percent of those diagnosed with ovarian cancer are diagnosed in the early stages, and only 28 percent of those diagnosed in the advanced stages have a five-year survival rate.

In Elaine's case, her "problems" were first diagnosed by a female gynecologist as nothing raore than "a female who was aging"â&#x20AC;&#x201D;at the age of 57!

What we didn't know was that all her "problems" were the classic symptoms of ovarian cancer.

Many months later and after numerous tests, a CAT scan revealed a tumor. It was malignant and the size of a 22-week fetus! That's the way they size turaors in that area. What followed during those alraost five years were three major surgeries, maximum radiation, and essentially eight different types of chemotherapy. I won't go in to anything else about those five years, but I would like to pass along some comments that might help others develop an awareness of ovarian cancer.

The National Cancer Instimte (NCI) has published a booklet tided "What You Need To Know About Ovarian Cancer." The current version of this booklet was revised in October 1993 which is a date that will stick in ray mind. If we had known about this booklet, we might have been in a position to have diagnosed Elaine's "problems" as ovarian cancer in the early stages. All of her "probleras" were, in fact, the classic syraptoms of ovarian cancer! For those who want to get the booklet and any other information, a call to the NCI at 1-800-4-CANCER will do the job.

Another facet of this business I've leamed about is a blood test called CA-125. Many doctors have a reluctance to do the test unless there are definite reasons to do it. In Elaine's case, there were no compelling reasons to do it because she "was aging" and until she was finally diagnosed with ovarian cancer, none of her doctors suspected cancer of any type. The normal results of the test run frora the low single figures up to the 40 plus or minus range. When Elaine was finally diagnosed, her CA-125 was over 700! While there is, as I said, the reluctance to do the test if there are no compelling reasons, there is one scenario that makes it worth discussing with a gynecologist and that is if there is cancer in the family. There is a higher risk factor for developing ovarian cancer if personal or family history includes ovarian, breast, or colon cancer, or not bearing children. One concept which is being discussed but not proven scientifically is the establishraent of a CA-125 baseline if there is the personal or family history I just mentioned. Such a baseline could be a test every six months for two years, and if it remains constant and no other symptoms arise, an annual test thereafter. Digressing to Elaine, her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer about five years before Elaine was diagnosed. If we had known about CA-125 and ovarian cancer in general, things may have been different for us today.

The Alliance allowed rae to observe several focus groups as they were discussing health issues with an emphasis on ovarian cancer. Several of the participants indicated they "didn't have anything to worry about as they had no ovaries."

However, there is a related cancer for women without ovaries which is called primary peritoneal cancer. I won't go any further than to say it is an uncomraon cancer but with alraost the same symptoras as ovarian cancer. This would be a good topic to discuss with a gynecologist for those in that condition.

Another item I'd like to add is in reference to a statement in the NCI booklet as it relates to age.

They state, "The risk of developing ovarian cancers occur in women over the age of 50; the risk

is especially high tor \;.?iuev; o>e; occasion, while tilaino w;;.'; gcu.-t., therapy, a young lady who havl oviinau awccr -.v ,also getting her chemotherapy. She -va:-; ovAy 14 years old! Yes, it is uncommon al thai eaiiy ,:?.â&#x20AC;˘-:. but the bottom line here is to be aware ofovdnau cancer regardless of age!

As I mentioned earlier, it took many months of testing before anyone in the health care field diagnosed Elaine's cancer. Again, one ofthe major efforts ofthe Alliance is to make people aware of ovarian cancer, its symptoras, and what can be done about it. However, the punch line for all this, as the Alliance will say, is in-depth discussions with your doctor should go a long way to understanding ovarian cancer. However, in the end, each individual is their own best doctor. When someone asked me about the "own best doctor" statement, I referred them back to Elaine's situation.

She knew something was wrong and did not accept the first doctor's diagnosis as "simply aging."

Instead, she went to other doctors who keep pursuing the "probleras" until they were correctly diagnosed.

While it is not directiy related to ovarian cancer, I would like to take this opportunity to raention Hospice care. Our understanding of Hospice was also initially void of any real understanding.

To get involved with Hospice meant we were throwing in the towel and admitting the cancer had won. This is definitely not the case! Hospice does a lot more than take care of terminal cases, and without going in to great detail, may I suggest that those who think they have a need for Hospice support in any way, contact your nearest Hospice support group and find out what they can provide. They are traly a great organization!

Changing the subject. Besides keeping rayself busy with the Alliance, I also find rayself spending a significant araount of tirae "bonding" with my new granddaughter. One raarried son and his faraily with two grandsons plus the granddaughter and another son who hasn't found the right one yet all live close by, so that makes things nice.

Made a trip to Florida several raonths ago, and have a trip to Russia planned for the end of July.

Right now I do plan to go back to honest work in the fall, but this very slow pace is something I could easily adjust toâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;only tirae will tell.

I am sure Clark would welcome any questions C l a s s m a t e s might h a v e . His email address is land6102@aol.com.

Beat Army!

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Pres: Lt Col Gordon M. Gerson, USAF (Ret.) e: gmgerson@erols.com Sec'y: Col Warren S. Walters, U S M C (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/ e: usna58@home.com The media likes to take statistics and bend them to suit a story being pursued. And they like it even better if they can make the statistics reflect a change in the way people are living their lives. Here is an interesting statistic on the Class of 1958 that would just have them licking their chops. There are now 520 n a m e s on the email roster maintained by Gordon Gerson (11) for the Class. This represents 67 percent of our living membership, includes several widows, and is a number that continues to grow.

Our membership in the Alumni Association stands at 74 percent, which also includes several widows.

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growth of individuals with access to the Intemet, who get "heads-up" information from the Class List Service, which in tum points to the Class Web site.

There, one has the ability to obtain Class news and events in close time relationship to the occurrence of an event, to see a greater number of photographs, to access rosters, and to find links to in-depth stories by or about Classmates. A demographics expert would conclude that a crossover point is not too far in the future where there are more individuals in the Class accessing the Intemet for information than there are reading the Class column in Shipmate. It is starting to make it interesting in the preparation of the column. As many of the items not only fall in the category of "old news" due to long publication lead times, but they fall in the category of "I already knew that from the Class Web site two months ago!" There are those who don't get email or go to the Intemet, still depending on the Class column for their information, but that number is diminishing. Letters of interest will still make it to the column, as will some travel photos and family photos. We will continue to place the obituaries of Classmates in the Last Call section, for other USNA graduates who also knew them need to know of their passing. But there is a definite change in the way we are passing information! Any thoughts on the path to follow? Email them to me!

Close-call adventures always make for good reading, so wrap your eyes around the harrowing adventiure of John Gentile (16), as related by reporter Marshall Yaap in the Star Democrat newspaper of Easton, MD. On 2 January, Nick Hargrove, age 13, and his godfather, John Gentile, went sailing in a sunfish off the shore of Young Island, one of numerous islands off the coast of Venezuela. It was late moming when they cast off from shore. They decided to sail around the island, as Nick had done four orfivetimes in the past. There was no indication of foul weather anywhere to be seen, but after a short time at sea, they were hit by a sudden squall with heavy rain, 25-knot winds and even stronger gusts. Nick, who had years of experience sailing in the Miles River, kept calm and tried to return to shore. The wind was too strong, and caused them to capsize. They were able to right the boat and get going again, but a sheet had gotten fouled and the wind capsized them again, this time putting the boat completely upside down.

Though they were both getting worn down, they were able to upright the boat once again and get aboard. To their dismay, the boat capsized a third tirae, and by then John had expended all his strength. The dagger board had dropped, so only the slick hull was left to hang on to. The water was warra, but the air was cold, and John was becoming pale and exhausted. Nick managed to get him on to the hull and get the dagger board back into place for something to hang on to. They drifted for nearly two hours in that position, with Nick encouraging John that there would be other boats in the vicinity. The concerns were overwhelming, and John was exhausted and hyperventilating. Nick kept up their spirits, and luckily, a 44-foot yacht that was sailing frora Bequia to St. Vincentfinallyrescued them, more than araileaway from shore. As John stated "I'ra sure I would have drowned if Nick had not remained calm and had the presence of mind to do what he did. He took charge of the situation. Norraally, it is the adult that is in charge of looking after the youngster in a situation like that."

For his bravery, Nick was presented a U.S. Sailing Proclaraation by the president ofthe U.S. Sailing Association on 1 June, with the words, "John Nicholas Hargrove displayed reraarkable courage, presence ofraind,and unfaltering devotion to duty as captain of a Sunfish under intense storm conditions of rough seas, driving rain, and twenty102

five knot winds." And we owe him a debt of gratitude for saving his godfather, as John is needed for handling the tailgate function for the 45th Reunion in 2003.

A year or so ago, the Class leamed that Pat and Ron Eytchison (1) had purchased a fixer upper in the Tuscany region of Italy. Here is an update on this adventure from Ron: In May, Pat and I went over to spend two weeks in our farmhouse near Ascoli Pisceno, Italy. When we bought it, the house hadn't been occupied in sorae tirae, lacked electricity, water, sanitation facilities, heat, etc. The ground level had been the bam. Well, a miracle of sorts has taken place. We experienced sorae of the probleras described in Under the Tuscan Sun but basically, everything went rather sraoothly and we now have light, two full baths, zoned heating, and so on. The fact that the contractor was the son of our partner's cousin raay have helped. Anyway, we plan to spend at least a couple of months a year over there, and any Classmates in our neck of the woods should give us a whistle. Ascoli Piceno is in Marche on the Adriatic and not on the TXiscany-Urabria beaten path, but it's only three hours from Florence and two hours from Rome. Our house isn't hard to spot with that Blue and Goldflagflyingfrora it!

Eytchisons in Italy Bill Sachse (14) (wsachse@iopenernet) checks in to the net with the following letter: I've lived in a sraall town in Northwest Pennsylvania since 1973. Memorial Day parades are a major event each year here in Bradford (home of Zippo lighters and other accessories). There is a two-year-old boy, a neighbor of mine, who delights in looking at ray picture album. I reviewed all my shots of the great 40th Reunion of the Class of 1958 Dress P-rade with Garett, my observant two-year-old. I explainedraarch-on,the manualof-arms, sound off, officers center, and Pass in Review, also not missing the 17-gun salute. Garett solemnly listened to all the parade description, but he had only one last question: "Where's the fire truck?" Maybe we can get a fire truck for our 45!

A great picture from Commissioning Week (once known as June Week) was sent to us by Susan McCoy, the 1966 Color Girl. In the photo, you will see this year's Color Honoree, Sarah Callison, flanked by the Class of 1958 Color Giri, Marge Hernandez, and the old 3rd Company Commander, Jesse Hernandez. The traditions carry on!

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Jesse Hemandez with Color Girls, 2000 and 1958 Bill Meisel (12) sent in a grandfather note stating that Michelle and Todd Franklin welcomed their second son Kyle William into the last year of the 20th century on 20 May 2000. Kyle was bom in the evening of 20 May at 10 pounds and 20 inches.

He has been drafted by the Washington Redskins as the first draft choice for the year 2021 when he is expected to complete his doctorate studies on "How Midshipmen Cope with Extra Duty." He is the grandson of Diana and Bill Meisel, who along with two other grandchildren, Eric and Lauren, look forward to his pursuit training drills. Mother Michelle is a UVA graduate and father Todd is a Georgia Tech graduateâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;both engineers in the finest tradition!

Here is an update on where to find Bruce Hall (19), in his own words: Caroline and I left our horae in St Augustine, FL, aboard our C&C sloop-rigged sailboat and several weeks later landed in Annapolis for Graduation Week. Great time at USNA re-living all the things we did 42 years ago. The Plebes climbed the Hemdon in one hour and 45 minutes this year in a steady rainstorm. Things seem to be going well under ADM John Ryan '67 at USNA. Our sailboat. CHEERS, is berthed on the next pier adjacent to the south side of the Chart House restaurant in Annapolis. Great view of USNA and Annapolis harbor from our boat. With the exception of July, when we plan toflyback to St. Augustine to spend with family, we will be at the boat until mid-November and the end of Navy home football before we head south again with the boat.

Welcome aboard to any Classmates who are in the area and a tall cool one to any of them that will listen to our salty collection of old sailboat sea stories. Best regards and Go Navy\

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Audrey and Tora Doyle Anegada Another short boat-note. Audrey and Tom Doyle (19) spent the last two weeks of May in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. They cmised most of the islands in a 33-foot sailboat. The photo was taken in Anegada, "The Forbidden Paradise."

Anegada is surrounded by a reef that's bigger than the island itself, so very few people ever go there.

Here are some address changes for your records.

Don Tarquin (13) has moved to 7510 N. Mystic Canyon Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718; 520-877-8200.

Ernest J. Anderson (16) lives at 50 Cypress Ct, Trophy Club, TX 76262; 817-491-1585, but in the Shipmate, September 2000

summer he and Kathleen take off for their farm in guy, Andy Massimino '57, whose name was "murupstate New York for cooler climes and good fish- dered" in a '59er column. 1 am sure I had submiting. Out in New Zealand, Gaynor and Art Bass (2) ted the cortect spelling, but regardless, it gives me have moved to Marlborough Sounds, get the mail the chance to commend a great guy, one of Navy once a week, and go to town one-hour away for Soccer's all-time greats, Andy who did a fantastic groceries about once a fortnight. Their address is job in helping with the Glenn Warner Soccer FacilPO Box 100. Rai Valley 7156, New Zealand. A ity. They broke ground in May 2000, and expect to couple of email address updates include Bill By man be using it in the fall of 2001. Yeah! I hope some of (2) who is now using WilhamByman@msn.com, you were able to attend the super soccer match, 13 and Bruce Craig (19), new to the Internet at August 2000, when the U.S. National Team took blcraigl@juno.com. on the Russian Team at Navy-Marine Corps MeWe have two marriages to report. On December morial Stadium, and some of the proceeds went to 1999, Dave Gibson (9) was married in Arkansas, the Warner Memorial. Our soccer great, John and we welcome Twyla to the Class. In Annapolis Meehan, who was at the groundbreaking, has been on 3 June 2000, Barbara Reynolds of St. Davids, a key fundraiser, and hopes to be at the Russian game. Navy Soccer is alive and well, and we have PA, married Ralph Buck (23) at Ogle Hall. They are in residence at 6802 Seton Ct., Springfield, VA competitive teams in both men's and women's divisions.

22152. Congratulations to both couples!

Talk about competitive, but having lots of fun at Lastiy. we have to bid farewell to two Classmates the same time, here is the golf report from the West who passed away during the month of June. On 11 Coast contingent, trying to keep up with the East June, Rowland Grayson Evans (19) passed away due to cancer in Nashville, TN. He had gone there to Coast, North Carolina group. Thtmks to Richard hve with one of his daughters while he received tteat- "Pag" Pagnillo for this commentary: I send this report to you, John, as well as copy ment. Funeral services were held on 16 June in Nashto our "National Coordinator" Rich Madden (who ville, foUowed by his ashes being scattered at sea off got this whole golf thing started). It was really the coast of Florida. Attending the services in Nashenjoyable although we could have used a few more viUe was one of his roommates, Ron Schnepper of players. Jack Shirreffs carae out from Florida and Alexandria, VA, and Fred Rosenberg (20) from stayed with Hank Mauz; John Mascali and Dick NashviUe. Rowland had not been in touch with the "Red" Johnson came down from the bay area and Class for some time, so we are still gathering inforstayed at Jim Finlen's beautiful horae down in mation for a Last Call obituary, which will appear in Big Sur. Jira was off to Europe so we missed him. the next issue of Shipmate.

Hank Mauz and I also played of course. We played at the Black Horse course at old Fort Ord, On 18 of June, a sudden heart attack felled Pasatiempo up in Santa Cruz, and at the Monterey Robert R. Figura (2) as he was going home from Peninsula Country Club. Mascali was the star for church. Bob was the Second Company representatwo days. Actually we considered convening an tive for our Class, and also President of the Conhonor board to discuss his reported handicap, but necticut Chapter ofthe USNA Alumni Association. he showed us on the last day that it was probably His wife, Bemadette, and two brothers survive him. an honest handicap he used. Mauz took the middle Services were held in Mystic, CT, and he was burday off to get a cortisone shot for an ailing foot, but he came back with a big day on his horae ied in St. Mary Cemetery, Stonington, CT. The Class course (Sec'y note: Hank has always been known shall miss both of these men, who traveled many to be quite clever, devious sorae may say, but he years with us on our voyage. had quite a reputation as a skillful RivDiv Com'58 Trivia: The member of the Class of '58 who mander back in Vietnara days when he and his laid the Chapel cornerstone was ADM George boats were plying the waterways of South VietDewey. Class of 1858, that is! Gordo has posed nara). Not sure what the Class rules are on using a another question. For whom is the bandstand near home course advantage...and performance enthe Chapel named, who was he, and what makes hancing drugs! Rich Madden may have to convene a by-laws committee! We had dinner at my him special? Hasta Luego. WSW house one night, another dinner at Hank's, and one at a local restaurant. Everyone enjoyed it and

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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. Butterfield, USN (Ret.) 1130 Sugar Sands #190, Singer Island, FL 33404 w: 561-840-1104; h: 561-881-7512 f: 561-863-8984; e: jbsgma@aol.com www.roanoke.kl 2. va.us/Dave'sWorld/usna59.html Here we go again! Hope you have had a good summer, and now you are ready to burst into fall; no not ready for a fall, but excited about what may fall your way to make it a grand exit from the year 2000. We have quite a bit in the mailbag to report on, so with no further fanfare, let's get on with it.

First thing I want to do is to apologize to a great Shipmate, September 2000

would like to do it again. Consensus seemed to be next Fall, when the weather is nonnally pretty nice on the Peninsula, would be a good time—either here or perhaps up at Lake Tahoe area. We need a few guys from Southern California like Joe Keeley or Art Merz to rally the troops and make the trek up to add to the festivities. Naturally, we invite '59ers from across the country to join us. It will be even bigger and better next year, and the new by-laws should level the playing field, right Hank?

Rise and shine, Pag. Super report about fun had by a super bunch of guys!

Another good group and great time was had by the ' 59ers celebrating our 41 st anniversary of graduation day. Report from Bruce Nordwall: Butter, Class of '59 in the broader D.C. area had a terrific gathering, kicking off the summer season at the Veazey's waterfront estate on that significant date, 3 June. This is at least the third time that Joy and Ed Veazey have hosted a Class gathering at their horae, which is about 1 '/2 hours south of D.C. They are on a high bluff with a commanding view of the Potomac—beautiful shaded lawn—and Ed has built a lovely deck/overlook with terraced wooden steps down to his pier. Quite a place! Joyce and Bill Clautice arrived by sea in their sailboat, having departed their anchorage at Ft. Belvoir, and heading south. They made alraost as good time as we did coming down 1-95! Good tumout of Classraates and wives. In attendance were Veazey's neighbors. Dee and Lloyd Adams, Eileen and Ray Art, Norm Bednarek, Cathy and Geoff Cant, Eleanor and Don Chomicz, Judy and Mike Cooper, Art Emmerson and his soon to be wife, Niki (Sec'y—need a report from you Art!), Rosalee and Lou Evans, Catherine and Bob Cakes (from Richmond, VA), Suzie and Charlie Pease, Rachel and Ramiro "Rami" Saenz, Reggie and Ted Santos, Ann and Gary Smith, Pete Stout and daughter Jennifer, Joceile and I.. .and frora Hawaii (attesting to the "draw" of a Veazey party), Valli and Phil Powers.

The group started gathering at noon—and I do not know when the last departed. But Ed even prevailed upon the weather Gods to sraile on us— terribly hot days before, then raining after—but that 3 June day was just "Rise and Shine-Fine."

Two of Ed's sons and their families joined us— and the younger Veazeys lent a good hand on the grills and played chef for us.

In that location—and 41 years after graduation—tales frora Mother Bancroft and the Yard, and sea stories in general, were never in short supply. While many started more like, "Can you top this?".. .it sometimes felt more like, "The first liar does not stand a chance." Anyhow, it was a good tirae had by all.

For those who raissed, please make plans to come to horae Navy football games and join our tailgates, held both before and after each garae. It is a fun tradition! We win the party after, no raatter what the garae score is. Thanks to our Annapolis contingent—led by Joe Flynn, Marty Finerty, Dan Truax, Norm Bednarek (and others)—the '59er tent is always up, ready, and a warm welcome awaits you. Go Navy\ May the Class of 1959 help lead the way!

Deepest thanks, Bruce, for the super report, and your never-ending spirit and enthusiasm!

More spirit, this from Don Smith (who, as reported in previous edition, had been one ofthe avid East Coast golf contingent): Just retumed frora a week at my wife Brenda's cousin's beach horae in Cape May Point, NJ. The weather was delightful and the charm of Cape May is still as it used to be. Played tennis with Ron Denney at the old clay courts in Cape May and had one of those matches where one of us had to die before we could quit. You know how we '59ers hate to lose! Two days later Ron and his lovely new bride, Beverly (who is a tennis "pro"...Sec'y

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note: no wonder she did so well during our 40th Reunion tennis toumament.. .think we need to review those by-laws as well), invited Brenda and I to Ocean City to play doubles on their home courts. Thank God we switched tennis partners after every set. After that we met Dolores and Tom Lukish and went to a dinner theater in Atlantic City. Nothing like telling war stories and remembering the goodtiraes.The entertainraent and food were terrific and it did not hurt that Ron and Tora had these special cards that indicate you are a VIP and require special attention (Sec'yâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;You New Jersey guys have all the mafia connections! Was Sam Valenza hiding somewhere in the wings? He puts out a paper/does "intell" on the gambling scene in New Jersey). Tora did not even have to wear his pink Berrauda shorts and pink knee socks.

If you have not seen the pictures of the Denney wedding in Bermuda, they are certainly a must see for all '59ers. They should have had a special award for the '59er with the knobbiest knees. If you are passing by Ocean City, NJ, it would be hard to miss and to beat the "Ron and Tom Show."

They really made us feel special.

Rise and Shine '59, Brenda and Don Smith. I once cmised with Ron Denney, and Tom Lukish was a companymate and good friend. I can attest to good guys and great spirit!

Couple of sad notes to pass along. I had been so happy at the Chapter Presidents meeting in May to talk to Bob Figura '58 who had also been in 2nd Company, a super nice guy he always had been!

Here's the way Dave Boyd, 2nd Company reported.

I had just returned from a couple of weeks in Key West with ray son and family and was informed of die deadi of Bob Figura (18 June 2000).

I had been serving in the Connecticut Chapter under the leadership of Bob. He had done truly wondrous things in rejuvenating our Chapter and I was pleased and proud to serve with hira. He had attended church in North Stonington and on the way horae with his wife, Bemadette, stopped at a grocery store. Inside he collapsed and later died at the hospital in New London. Sad news!

Ya' just never know! Sadly, Dave Boyd.

Next I just received notice from Alumni House that Clyde Carter, 24th Company, originally from New York City, died on 23 June, at home neau Fort Worth, TX. The obituary published in the Ft. Worth Star-Telegram will provide more details. Clyde had served ten years on active duty, including a Vietnam advisor tour, before going on to a successful civilian career.

Good news! Ron Trossbach, Chairman of the Newport-Bermuda sailing race, saw his hard work, leadership, and organizational prowess pay off The largest fleet since 1982 set sail in this year's event, the first sailing in the new millennium. Ron headed a 30-member committee (including the primary sponsors. Cruising Club of America and the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club) and insured this great race with the utmost in tradition received the most personal touch. Ron (who, with wife, Kathy, had raced this one three times and crossed the Atlantic four times) was quoted: I think the level of interest in ocean racing depends heavily on the economy. Can the skipper afford to take the time off from work and can he afford the cost attached with preparing a boat for a major ocean race.

I would like to think it was Ron's spirit and enthusiasm that convinced many skippers that this was the year to do Newport to Bermuda! Well done, Ron! Donna and Dennis "Jake" Read are taking on a new challenge, and you can help if you so choose.

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in Africa. The Reads have been very active in BSF (Bible Study Fellowship) for many years, and BSF is the "parent" organization for a fantastic missionary outreach called the Rafiki Foundation, Inc., and because my wife Priscilla has been involved in BSF for over 10 years herself, I know how solid any BSF endeavor is. Rafiki means "friend" in Swahili, and the Reads have felt a calling to become friends indeed. You could help Donna and Dennis by keeping them in your thoughts and prayers. If you want to show concrete support for their ministry, please email them at ddread@bellsouth.net, or contact the Rafiki Foundation, 19001 Bianco Rd. #2, San Antonio, TX 78258-4019, and ask how one might lend some financial support for Read, #116. Denny sent me this note: I have not been one to write and tell of my exploits, or lack thereof, but I thought sorae in the Classraightbe interested in what we are going to do. We learned over 40 years ago that service is an honorable calling. This lesson stuckâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;this is just an extension of that lesson and calling. God Bless.

We wish you well, Jake, and hold you high in our prayers!

Dan Branch is Chapter President in Colorado, a member of the Board of Trustees, and a valued '59er. He sent out an email reminding folks that Navy meets Air Force on Saturday, 7 October 2000 at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The Colorado Chapter and Parents Club will host a tailgate before and after the game (parking lot 3A), and that the night before there will be a Navy Birthday Ball celebration at the Sheraton Hotel, South Circle, Colorado Springs. Get your game tickets by calling 1-800-US4-NAVY, black tie ball info from Pete Roedle at Proedl@aol.com; tailgate info from Dan (dbranchjr@aol.com) at 303-499-0337. Of course just call Dan for details on any of that. The Ball is considered one of the best in the U.S. and has enjoyed that reputation since the late '60s. The "Rocky Mountain Navy" (active duty, reserve, retired. Navy League, USNA parents, et al has admirable spirit, and you could share in that!)

From Noel Flynn (nflynn@alum.niit.edu): John, if you remember, we bumped into each other at the Miami Airport late December 1999.

Brooke and I were retuming to San Diego after a Caribbean cmise. Norwegian Cruise Lines was appreciably raore luxurious than INDEPENDENCE. Brooke and I wereraarriedon 1 January 2000, at 0000.01, an uncanny accomplishment of ceremonial timing. The small ceremony performed by Brooke's nephew was part of the family's New Year/Millenniura celebration in Simi Valley, CA. It should be hard for rae to forget our anniversary! We now reside in Carlsbad, CA; Brooke works for CNRSW in San Diego. If in the area, call 760-603-8990.

Congrats, Brooke and Noel! Other last minute notes: Al Shinn's email per word from CompuServe has been changed to shinnal@cs.com. Dick "Robhy" Robinson recommends a great exhibit at the Smithsonian's American History Museum.

Entitled "Fast Attack and Boomers," it displays equipment '59er submariners, et al, can surely identify with.

I shall close with a paragraph about a Classmate who has done a tremendous service for our Class, and who will continue to serve, Dave Sullivan. 30 June 2000 was Dave's last day on the job with the Roanoke City Public Schools, where he was "Mr. Instructional Technology." He has used his computer skills, Web page and Intemet knowledge, leadership and organizational ability to enhance Class communications and effectiveness. Dave is pledged to insure the '59er database is not lost in the

Roanoke system or in the ether, but that it is transferred safely and securely to a new site (which could be utilizing Alumni House resources). We wish Dave well as he goes off to retirement (at least for a few months, a year, he says). But he will probably be busier than ever. He told me he plans a minitriathlon in Harwich, MA, (on Cape Cod) mid July, he hits the beach in North Carolina, bounces around New England a bit, tours Civil War battlefields and cemeteries with Dave Boyd in September. And later hopes to visit France and Belgium, seeing mainly the WWI battlefields at Ypres, the Somme, and Verdun. Sully is a gifted student of history and a techno-nerd in the nicest sense. But he was, is, and always shall be one of the nicest guys and best friends one could ever have. The Class of 1959 is blessed with the best people! Rise and Shine 'til next time. John Butterfield

Digital Photo Information ' shipmate now accepts digital photos for publication.

(Prints are also acceptable.) ' All photos for use in columns must be submitted by the Class or Chapter Secretary.

Photos must meet these minimum standards for printing: Color: grayscale Resolution: 300 dpi Size: scan at 100%, minimum size 2.5 inches wide Name each photo with class year or chapter name and a photo number Type: tif or jpg Submit photos as separate attachments; do not embed them in the body of an email message or in a Word file

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Pres: Dr. Richard R. Pariseau Sec'y: Bill Lewis 14312 Cove Ridge PI., Midlotiiian, VA 23112-4337 h: 804-744-8808 e: bilewis@home.com Web site: http://navysfo.org/supersixty.html Last column before Homecoming and recentiy I've heard from: Ronn Marshall, John Whelan, Ken Folta, John McNabb, Len Lammers, Jean-Loup Combemale, Jim Wilson, Dave Williams, Pete Latimer, Bob Custer, Jim Dudley, John Terry, Joe Cole, Fred Mortow, Jeff Bailey, Gordy, Bonnel, Nolle Bell, Jim Greenwald, Roy Buehler, Mel Nosal, Charles, Christopher, Steve Charles, Bob Pearce, Don Tyler, Fox Delano, Sal Perry, Bill Zierden, Doug Morgan, and Bill Callaway.

Jim Maxfield just before he was off to Nova Scotia, sent me the following: Bill. I'm dropping you a note to say that Kay and I saw Bob Ross during the spring. A photo is enclosed. I don't believe that Bob has corresponded in quite a while, thus an update. He, and his lovely wife, Carmel, are very happy.

Following our visit with hira, in Port St. Lucie, FL, we participated in a football reunion golf social, sponsored by Jack Shirreffs '59 in Paira Beach Garden, FL. Among the many who attended were from "60, Ron Brandquist, Joe Tranchini, Don Boecker and myself. The head coach of our era, Wayne Hardin, also attended. I hope all goes well.

From Ronn Marshall via Intemet: I had trouble understanding your email address so I am sending two variations of what I think I heard. Thanks for contacting rae about your work to keep the Class glued together.

Once we have connected, I will be asking for the addresses of some Classmates.

From (Mary Jane and) John Whelan via Bob Osmon, email: Bob, I appreciate your kind words. We moved to Virginia Beach on 28 April. Our home in Williamsburg went on the market as planned on 14 Febmary, the day after Chris passed away.

Chris's wife is going to have their first baby in September down here in Virginia Beach. I have two other sons here in Virginia Beach and two grandchildren plus another son in the Outer Banks of North Carolina so we are happy to be in Virginia Beach.

Fred Jerding emailed rae: I contacted Lynn Hale. Following is some info: the Rev. and Mrs. Lynn Hale (wife: Ann), Sandwich, MA. It sounded like he may be interested in attending. Please add him to distribution.

I later caUed Lynn and talked to him briefly about his ministry on Cape Cod and leamed that he was doing well.

And from an old Shipmate on the "Nasty Nat": Good to hear from you after all these years.

Please contact me at email address: jlrc@ monumental.com. Jean-Loup R. Combemale Jim Wilson also contacted m e by email and let me know that he was spending time between Aiken, SC, where he works, and Summerville, SC, where he relaxes. Jim is right down the road from where my dad, William E . Lewis '36, has taken his retirement.

Dave Williams sent me a brief message with info: Please add Curtis Goldtrap of the 10th Company to your email list: THEACEECO@aol.com.

Would you advise both of us about the passing of Jim Shipp? We all came from the Ozarks.

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I ran into Pete Latimer and others at the wake for Gene Gardner. Pete passed me information that Alan Krulish is in Arlington, VA. He saw him at the funeral, which, he commented, was beautifully done by the Marine Corps.

It was a tough day, but as Phyllis said, it was exactiy the way he would have wanted it. Thanks to all who came up, and for their support and interest for his old friend and roommate.

From Bob Custer (MRCUSTER99@aol.com) via email: I thought I would answer part of your email. I was in the 18th Corapany. The MRCUSTER99@ aol.com is a good address. I am heading back to Califomia this weekend. My wife is staying behind to sell the real estate. We will be attending the 40th. We have reservations at the Raraada.

Please say hello to Jim Duffy for me. Semper Fi. Jim Dudley checked in and inquired as to use of the Supersixty Web site. This is a handy location to pick up all kinds of info on upcoming activities, etc. Dennis Vied is doing a great j o b there. John Terry also emailed in that his address was cortect.

I also heard from Joe Cole after Bob Custer had inquired as to his whereabouts: Thanks for going to all the trouble to contact me and get my address for Bob Custer. He and I talked on the phone a few years ago but I guess he must be getting old too. Anyway, please pass my email address to my old "wife" Bob. From Rich Lang on the Intemet: Good to hear from you. You got it right except be aware many know me as Rich Lang. The James Richard becarae James R. in the Navy, but many years as Rich came back and is pretty much the handle these days.

From Jeff Bailey via email: I got your email. My Address: Stanley J. Bailey Jr., 22977 Long Ben Lane, Cudjoe Key, FL 33042 or Sumraerland Key, FL; 305-744-9744 (fax uses same number).

From Gordon Bonnel via Intemet: I don't know what address you have, but the above email address is good. However, I'm not in Florida. Current address is: Nancy and Gordon Bonnel, P.O. Box 907, Soda Springs, CA 95728.

From Nolle Bell (nolieb@juno.com) via email: Hi Bill, yes, you did reach me. How did you find me? I note from your area code you are living in Virginia. I am retired, living in a small town called Athens, just west of Huntsville, AL. What are you up to these days? Are you doing Class of '60 business, USNA business, or what?

From Jim Greenwald (jim.greenwald@nwa. com) via Intemet: My apologies for not connecting when you have been so diligent at chasing me. By the way, you have the right phone and address. I'm working at Northwest Airlines as the VP of facilities and airport affairs. You're doing a great job as secretary.

Many thanks for your fine service.

My search for Paul McLaughlin through the Georgia Chapter, Alumni Assn., and Jim Ravenel '45, located him, but unfortunately Paul had recently passed away. I will publish details in Last Call as soon as I get them. I spoke to his widow, Gaile, and she indicated that Paul prepared well, and made sure that his family would be all right. I passed the information on to Bob Towle who indicated he would handle it for the Company.

Bob Towle emailed me: Thanks for the information. Paul and 1 were rooramates for two years, so I was looking forward to seeing hira and renewing old acquaintances again. So, it is sad news to hear, but I appreciate your passing it on to us. If you have Gaile's address and could pass it on, I would like to send her a note.

From Roy Buehler via email: Hi Bill, yes, you got my address right. Sorry for the delay in getting back to you to confimi it.

I had a family emergency to contend with the past few days.

And Mel Nosal emailed from California: I'm planning to make it to our 40th and would like to contact our 4th Company contact point, Bill Ballard. Do you have an email address for hira?

I'd appreciate a reply. Thanks.

From Joe Peek, via Bob Osmon via email: MILLSTONE (sp) Milestone! Bob: 40 years ago yesterday we graduated from USNA. Today, our Uth child, Christina Marie Peek, completes her high school studies and graduates from Lakeside H.S. in Atianta, GA. She is the last one to receive a Georgia secondary diploma from Lakeside. In the annual, on one ofthe congratulatory pages in the back are the pictures of the other ten children around her picture after 20 years of educational association. Little did I know or dream that my life would have been so extremely full and blessed by the Lord. I truly don't think I could have survived (probably not the correct choice in light of His Grace) nay, responded as well as could have been expected to all the ensuing vicissitudes without the combination of my Academy training and the incredible guidance ofthe Holy Spirit. In tmth, I can see Jack Kazenski and Jack Santucci and their wives giving me very quietly (and yet very closely in prayer) assistance which only tme friends can render even though we haven't been corresponding or even conversing over the years.

I have felt the presence of yourself, The Mac, Tank, Buck etc. many times over the years in nostalgic memory. There's no question Oz, we all have the roots of the Cypms which seed was sewn and nourished the time we were together in the Class of '60. Unspoken though our thoughts, believe me, there were, are and will be those thoughts held dear. I tumed 65 on 28 May and my son. Father Kevin Thomas Peek, presented rae with a United States Flag, folded triangular, encased in wood and glass, with an engraved plate which said, "Lt. Joseph H. Peek, USNA 1960, VS-28." On the back was a siraple printed square of paper which told the short history of this brand new flag. "This flag has flown over the USS ARIZONA on 28 May 2000 at 0930." My Navy Wings, this container and the T-28 and S-2F are on display with my Eastem Air Lines B-727 (Captain Joseph H. Peek) as I go off into the sunset.

I will be gone from this email site over the summer but will get my horae laptop up and ranning soon I hope. Until the swallows fail to come home to Capistrano, I will echo the Brigade shout, "Beat Army," and I'll see y'all at the 40th. Peace in Christ.

I talked with and later received an email from Charles Christopher.

Thanks for the calls and John Ruhsenberger's email address. You guys have a good time in Septeraber.

I r e c e i v e d an e m a i l from S t e v e C h a r l e s (schar81444@aol.com): How surprising to hear from anyone frora the Class of '60.1 long ago lost contact with my Classmates. I resigned halfway through the Youngster Year and went to the University of Kansas. There I majored in history, pre-med., and then graduated from medical school in 1964. I was even drafted during Vietnam, but spent two years as an enlistee in the Air Force, one of those years in Pleiku, Vietnara. Since returning horae in 1968 I have been in psychiatry. You were lucky to catch rae at the VA, since I will be leaving soon to retum to the University of Southem Califomia teaching hospital in LA. My address is: 1865 Prospect Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. My wife is Susan, a special ed. teacher. My horae telephone is 310-374-3213. I'd be interested in hearing what develops with the Reunion. Of course you realize I did not graduate!

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I roomed with Bob Scalf, even visited him once in Chula Vista. Re: Skip Weeks, I think I roomed with hira, too, along with Bob Manson.

I also heard from Bob Pearce and Don Tyler who happen to be neighbors in Kerrville, TX. Something you might expect in the D.C. area or Norfolk, but not necessarily in Texas.

I also talked to and heard on email from Frank "Fox" Delano. He is in Malvem, PA, and recently ran into Lyman "Sal" Perry. It is amazing how often we run into Classmates over the course of 40 years. Sal recently finished navigating a Bermuda race and contacted me shortly after he retumed. He's an architect in the Philadelphia area and well respected in the profession.

Jim McCusker emailed info on Doug Morgan after I had talked to B e m i e Eberlein. Jim had just gotten over a mild heart problem and was in the course of bouncing back when I called him earlier.

He was doing well and looking forward to talking to a number of Classmates. As a matter of fact, while we were on the phone, Tom Moylan showed up and I got a chance to talk to him as well.

In response to a request from Dick Alexander '58, a number of Classmates sent pictures and info to Shipmate for Dick's article. Duane Tollaksen, Jim Phelan, and Jim Evans were among those who provided great material.

From Dick Davis via email: Yet another change to the email address. Since there are apparently a nuraber of Dick Davises on AOL, the 60 sets mine apart.

We are off to our summer place in Deer Isle, ME, for July and August, where the sailing is spectacular, the lobsters are world class, and everything else is "the way life should be." In the next couple of years, we'll have a guest cottage; in the meantime, the welcorae raat is out for Classraates who don't mind roughing it a bit. You can arrive by land or sea.

Special thanks to the reunion committee for the fantastic job they are doing with plans and activities for the 40th. Carol and I will be there, and we are looking forward to seeing many special people at sorae really great functions. Thanks to you, Bill, for all your efforts in keeping our Class inforraed and communicating through Shipmate, and for taking on the task for another term. It must be a labor of love. Best to all.

Jack Shaw wrote and sent a picture: Pictured at the Splendido Hotel in PortoFino, Italy, on 2 June '00 are Jan (right) and Jack Shaw along with Mrs. William H. Groverman (Paola), widow of RADM William H. Groverman '32, USN. I was his aide and flag LT, in 1963-1964 when the admiral was ComCraDesFlot 3. With on ofthe admiral's other aides and wife, Bob and Glee Greenwood, the five-some did Rorae, a seven day Riviera cruise on SEABOURNE LEGEND and

Barcelona, before retuming home. A great trip.

See you at horaecoraing.

Bob Traister emailed me the following: On 24 June the Dallas newspaper reported that Jack Herbein established a world dead lift record of 541 pounds. Gus Resthwitch, the meet director and power lifting legend, mshed to the stage to congratulate the new champion.

Herbein reluctantly told the reporter that he has captured six power-lifting records: five dead lift records: AAU (60-65) at 550 pounds, the USAPL national record at 540 pounds, the USAPL

America record at 523 pounds, the NASA DL record at 525 pounds and now the WABDL! He also holds the three-lift total for his class at 1,260 pounds with a 445-pound squat, 270-pound bench and 545-pound dead lift.

Jack stated that he is just peaking, but his wife, Angela, wants him to spend more tirae ensuring he remains healthy because he has a full dance card for his forthcoming 40th Naval Academy Reunion.

I received a letter from Lew Thames arrive just before my deadline: 40 years later, an eyewitness account.

It's no longer called "June Week," but it's still a lot of fun. When we dropped son Wade Thames '00 off for Induction in July 1996,1 told him I'd be back for graduation, if invited. Since he sent an invitation, I figured he had called my bluff, so we saddled up and went. I wouldn't have missed it for the world.

The original plan called for my 12th Company roommate of all four years, Tex Calvert, to administer the oath of office. Tex had an accident in 1973 while CO of a ship in Peari that left him a quadriplegic. "Quads" have an expected life span of 15 years, but Tex lasted almost 25, partially due to his own cussedness, but mostly due to the love and support of his family. When he died in 1997, Wade flew from Annapolis to Orange, CA, and sang "Etemal Father" at both the funeral and gravesite.

Bill Lloyd, Danny Musselman, Harris Sperling and I represented the Class, and I was able to say a few words on our behalf. Even though Tex wouldn't be there, we wanted his widow, Ruthie, to attend Commissioning Week as our guest and she graciously consented. Since she had been Tex's drag 40 years ago, it was a time of remembrance and new experiences. For example, we made her picture sitting in Tex's Memorial Chair in our Class section of Alumni Hall. Incidentally, Wade's middle name is Calvert, in Tex's honor. Tex had grown up with Deanna, in Odessa, TX, and had talked rae into having her as a blind date, our June Week. We married a year later.

For those of you who haven't been to Annapolis for awhile, beware! They have narrowed the streets, and increased the number of vehicles and pedestrians! Fortunately, we were able to stay in a home in Eastport belonging to friends from when I was a corapany officer in the late '60s. This raade the trip to the Academy and the various functions, very easy.

Many things have not changed. For exaraple, it rained raost of the weekend (wet hot dogs at the Alumni Picnic), the Blue Angels had to cancel, and the usual inconveniences associated with wet weather However, the superintendent's garden party, supper in the mess hall, (now King Hall), the Color Parade, Ring Dance, Farewell Ball, and Hemdon Monument climbing by the Plebes went without weather interruptions. Wednesday for graduation dawned bright and clear. SecNav Danzig and Joint Chief's Chairman Shelton both gave inspiring addresses to the Class of 2000. All the Mids walked up and received their diplomas, tossed their hats and it was over.

There are raany things that have changed as well. The Yard looks different and the slang the Mids use has changed a littie, but the raain mission has not. The Academy is still in the business of taking the best and brightest America has to offer and turning them into outstanding young officers for the Naval Services. Our 40th would

Keep in touch with your classmates.

Update your email & mailing addresses at www.usna.com/misc/forms/changeaddress.htm

be a good time for you to visit and see for yourself!

Speaking of the 40th, the May issue of Shipmate lists the Class of '20 as the first one in the Class section and the Class of 2000 as the last.

Being a math whiz (only one re-exam), that puts our Class squarely in the middle. I can only conclude that we are officially middle aged. However, I look forward to rebuttals personally, I'm in denial. All the best and Beat Army (again)'.

Rutiiie Calvert, Wade Calvert Thames '00, Deanna Thames, and Lew Thames '60

Lew Thames '60 swearing in numerical relief. Wade Calvert Thames '00

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Pres: RADM Jerry Smith, U S N (Ret.) Com 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@starpower.net http://www.jorge.coni/USNA61 Howdy gringos! Note that my erruiil address has changed to rtrogero@starpower.net.

Next, hot off the press, and just in time for my evil editor's deadline, comes a report with photos from Tom Murray on the very successful Class of "61 Alaskan Cruise in June.

On 17 June 2000, die WGNAC got underway for what was to some of us our first non-combatant cruise. It became a most spectacular and awe inspiring journey. The aura of Alaska was beyond description. It is one of the most beautiful areas of the world. Lend to that the company of some ofthe finest produced by Mother Bancroft and the

package was complete. Those who made the underway included: Lore! and Gary Abrell (6), Liz and Tom Bailey (16), Bonnie and Arlie Campbell (3), Corky and Gary Carlson (9), Ann and Bruce Churchill (9), Sandra and Ken Craig (7), Sue Ann and John Davis (17), Alice and Al Dessayer (15), Joan and Don Evans (21), Clora and Gray Farley (10), Ruth and John Foord (3), Beveriy and Kevin Growney (24), Chris and Bob Grubb (10), Ginny and Wally Guthrie (17), Marguerite and Joe Herlihy (3), Ruby and Curt Holcomb (3), Emily and Rick Holly (21), Nancy and Rod Home (7), Muriel and Ed Hux (1), Mary anne and Jim Ibach (21), Sharon and Jim Joyner (I), Sharon and Bob Kline (10), Patsy and Bill Kraus (12), Jeanne and Larry Lubbs (17), Bev and Al Maybach (12), Carol and Steve Mayian (9), Janet and Phil Merrill (9), Constance and Tom Mott, Karen and Tom Murray (2), Hannah and Jim Richardson (16), Fran and Kurt Rohdenburg (20), Linda and Art Rowe (12), Joanne and Ray Sanders (12), Vickie and Bob Sheridan (24), Jill and Jerry Smith (8), Arilla and Chuck St. Laurent (21), Marie and Rick Sylvester (17), and Judy and Dudley Williams (3).

We boarded OCEAN PRINCESS, a newly commissioned meraber ofthe "Love Boat" class of ocean liners, on 17 June at Seward, and were having our first evening raeal aboard when some noted that the ship was underway. Weather conditions remained favorable throughout the craise. The first day the ship headed for Glacier Bay. It gave us time to discover the many activities OCEAN PRINCESS provided which included a fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa and beauty salon, business center with Intemet and fax connections, casino, virtual golf facility, youth Fun Zone, library, nightly shows and daily lectures about Alaska and its wildlife, and, of course, bars everywhere. At Glacier Bay the captain brought the ship almost dead in the water in front of Margerie and Grand Pacific glaciers. We observed large chunks of ice break frora the glacier and fall into the bay (calving). From Glacier Bay we proceeded to our first port of call. Skagway became the launching port for sorae 30,000 gold seekers in 1896. A narrow gage rail was built to support

the gold rash. Some of us took the rensrbi'Jiecl train to the top of White Pass for some spsct.^cular views of raountain tops and lush green valleys. The next morning we awoke in the capital of Alaska. Juneau has the look and feel of a modem city until you realize that there are no roads into or out of the city. There were shore tours of a rain forest botanical garden, helicopter rides to glaciers and bay tours of wild life. We saw a brown bear, sea lions, bay seals, humpback whales, and bald eagles galore. Ketchikan was our last liberty port.

Some took advantage of its noted fishing opportunities. Ask Don Evans about his first catch of the day. The rest walked around the quaint village in the rain. At 5:45 p.m. headed for our debarkation port, Vancouver.

Two events helped to make the cmise special.

We held a Brag and Boast gathering shortly after getting underway. It was a great opportunity to hear from Classmates whom sorae of us had not seen since graduation. Listening to each Classmate talk, it was evident that there is a lot of justified pride in being a member of WGNAC. That feeling also came home when we stood after the last evening meal and sang Navy Blue and Gold.

Don and Joan Evans show us how to win a dance contest Mail Call From our newly appointed 8th Company rep., J.P. Decker, we have some updates.

After graduation and a short stay in Pensacola, I joined the surface Navy for an enjoyable and rewarding 30-year career. I started out on the destroyer BLUE in WestPac. Then followed a tour as XO on an LST out of San Diego followed by being assigned as recomraissioning CO of HARNETT COUNTY and subsequent work up and deployment for one year in Vietnara in support of Game Warden. I carried ten PBRs and two Huey gunships.

It was interesting and at tiraes very exciting! I next went to graduate school at Monterey where I received a M.S. in business administration and computer systems. After a tour in D.C. in systeras analysis, OP96,1 was the commissioning XO for the frigate DONALD B . BEARY. Following my XO

tour, I walked down the pier in Norfolk and took over as CO of MITSCHER, a DDG that was in the Mod Squad. My shore duty tours included numerous tours in the D.C. area, including the CIA, OpNav in Navy legislative affairs, computers and coraraunications, and a joint tour in coraputer and coraraunications interoperability. I also had an enjoyable tour in Belgium at SHAPE where we were able to enjoy the sights of Europe. I ended my career as the CO of the Fleet Combat Directions System Activity at Dam Neck, VA. My awards include among others, the DefenseSuperior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Corabat Action Ribbon, and Presidential Unit Coraraendation.

After I retired I worked for UNISYS Corporation Hail, Hail, the WGNAC Gang is all here Shipmate, September 2000

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for a couple of years before hanging it up for good and joining other Classraates on the golf course. I ara raarried to the former Carole Jean Meyers of Magnolia, AK, and have two children, Cary and Ellen, and three grandchildren.

Herb Lantz: 1961: USAF: personnel officer and nuclear weapons custodian at Luke AFB, Glendale, AZ; 1964: RAF Larbrook, Germany; U.S. Army Base, Livoma, Italy; 1966: construct inspector U.S. Array Corps of Engineers with duty in Turkey and Greece; 1967: University of Illinois College of Law; 1970: assistant states attorney. Rock Island, IL; 1972: elected states attorney, Randolph County, IL; 1976-1993: private practicing attorney, Sparta, Randolph County, IL; 1994-present: private practicing sole practitioner, Belleville, St. Clair County, IL, with 95 percent of ray practice at the present tirae in criminal defense law. Along the way I have been married three times and have a total of eight children. With my present, and last wife, I have two children: Herbert (10) and Trinidad (8). It has been fiin and interesting and I'll probably still be working for a living to the end.

Pete Moffett: 1961: BARTON out of Norfolk—a Med. deployment and a week in Bermuda waiting for Scott Carpenter to fall out of the sky, or was it that old Senator?; 1964: PG school at UCSD (Scripps Institute) until drafted into the Rickover purge; 1966: Nuke school, S3G, and SubSchool; 1968: SSBN654 (Gold) commissioning crew and three patrols; 1981: HALIBUT and other stuff. Did a lot of interesting stuff and some of it is eaming a couple of journalists hefty royalties. I taught for a decade as a transition between Navy hours and doing nothing—essentially Plebe math (which now takes six semesters even though the material hasn't changed for a thousand years), physics, and comp science in the pre-Windows era. Since becoming completely retired I have been doing whatever comes along of interest including much RV wandering about the states during the months when it's too hot for comfort at home in Florida.

Al Frelich: Completed flight training in '62. Attached to the HS coraraunity in San Diego and made a couple of WestPac cmises on BENNINGTON followed by the HS RAG in Key West. Received a M.S. in computer science at Monterey in '69.

Becarae intiraate with the Marines while serving on two amphibious squadron staffs based at Little Creek. Had a coraputer payback tour at Dam Neck doing NTDS projects. Finally retumed to the HS comraunity in Jacksonville, FL, in '75. Made several cruises on the NIMITZ, INDEPENDENCE, and

AMERICA. Served on the HS Wing Staff in Jacksonville. Was fleet project leader for the acquisition of flight and tactical training siraulators for the HS community? Retired in' 82. Worked briefly with Raytheon and Tracer in the D.C. area as a consultant for NavAir before hiring on with Northem States Power Co. I'm still working as a computer engineer at Monticello Nuclear Power Plant northwest of Minneapolis. I have a son and daughter, both raarried and doing well in Raleigh.

at the Huraan Resources Management Center in San Diego until retireraent. I then founded financial planning and securities brokerage companies in San Diego. I retired frora this career in 1989.

Presently I assist my wife with the financial management of her company. Rattan Realtors, Inc. I ara married to the forraer Elaine Valchuis of Cambridge, MA. We have three children; James L., Janelle, and Todd. We reside in El Cajon and Mexico.

Chris Robbins: I served on active duty in the Navy from 1961 until 1983 retiring as a captain. My sea duty included tours on destroyers and a minesweeper as department head and executive officer. Shore duty included acquisition management tours in the Undersea Surveillance Project and the Shipboard Erabedded Coraputer Project and commanding officer of the Centerville Beach, CA, Naval facility. My postgraduate education includes Nuclear Power School, professional engineer (EE), master of science (EE), Naval Postgraduate School. During ray active duty 1 received the Legion of Merit and Meritorious Service Medal araong others. In ray civilian career I am cofounder and president of Management Communications and Control, Inc. (MCCI). 1 founded MCCI in 1986 to develop and market software tools for programming parallel, high performance computers. I am raarried to the forraer Caroline Mercer of Philadelphia since Deceraber 1961. We have three grown children, Nathaniel, Matthew, and Catherine.

Thanx to J.P. Decker for his short-fuzed and timely input. The 8th Company question of the day is "Where is Ed Straw hanging out these days and why won't he send the Class Scribe his address?"

Cyberspace Nooze Norm Pigeon (13): You may get crabs in Annapolis, but it's lobsters in Atlanta! The Atlanta Chapter puts together a fantastic lobsterfest each June. Besides the lobsters and other refreshments, a Reef Points quizoff between the decades was held. '61 was well represented by left to right: Jim Traa (3), Alan "Killer" Miller (14), Tom Markley (12), Norm Pigeon (13), Ed Hux (1), and Doug McDaniel (19).

Tom Shields (19) (TomSr@Kira.net): Roger, great to have an email connection to the Class. Thanks to you, and Judy and Bill Hartman (2) for setting this up and for all you do for our Class. I'm in the final stages of recovery from brain tumor surgery last January. Was experiencing some dizzy spells and an MRI revealed a tumor in the cerebellum. Fortunately, it was benign, but the recovery is still lengthy—a total of 12 to 18 months. Still have fatigue and balance challenges. Have started to swing a golf club and a tennis racquet, but full participation is still sorae months away. My tirae otherwise is spent on a

combination of business and charity stuff. Am still Chairman/CEO of our manufacturing company in Ipswich, MA, but we have folks ranning tlie dayto-day operations—and doing a great job, by the way. Am heavily involved in charity (La Vida) helping the Hispanic population in the greater Boston area—our mission has both a spiritual and a material dimension. Also involved in a charity to promote and preserve faraily values—Massachusetts Family Institute. Third child, first daughter getting married this weekend. Both boys are married; younger daughter has a contender. Boys are both involved in Internet stuff. Tom Jr. started and sold a successful business—now traveling around the world with his bride of eight months.

Seth was employee number 150 for Sapient, which now employs almost 3,000. Kira (about to be married) is a singer/song writer in NYC, and Kyra works for CNN, also in NYC. Lyn keeps very busy serving on various boards, ranning a bible study class, working out and playing tennis. We're very blessed. Warm regards to Classmates—let's try to stay in touch.

Ed Ettinger (20): In the "things a Classmate must do for another" category, I was forced to witness and then to report to the wire services and publications Mike Gothic's (1) first (and raost likely, last) hole-inone. It was an ugly shot, hit thin, rolled over the green then, inexplicably, carae back out of the rough and rolled in. Mike will give anyone, willing to listen to his version of the high, arching, reverse spinning ball, a free drink and a steak dinner

Jack McDonald (18): Life and tiraes since '61. While on our retirement craise through Annapolis this summer, I realized it was time to renew my Navy contacts. As we sit here in the Nantucket Harbor in June, the time is right! I chose the Air Force, after graduation, and spent a very enjoyable 24 years as a fighter/test pilot all over the world. Highlights were: a three year fighter assignment in the Netherlands; ten years as a test pilot at Edwards, Eglin and Holloman AFBs; an exchange test pilot tour in Madrid with the Spanish Air Force; and command tours in the Air Force RandD community, as director of engineering at Eglin and the Flight Test Center at Holloman. Two Southeast Asia tours were also interspersed one as an air commando FAC in Vietnara and another as an F-4 pilot in Thailand. I retired in 1985 and joined United Technologies in San Diego, where we renewed friendships with a number of Classmates in the area. In 1992,1 was transferred to West Palm Beach, FL, where I served as director of Intemational Business for Pratt and Whitney, until retiring in February of 2000. We have two children; John Jr.— USAFA '86 and USAF fighter pilot; JenniferGeorgetown '99, a financial analyst in New York City. Our retirement plans involved selling our home, buying a small condo in Palm Beach and a

Jim Rattan: Following graduation, I first served as gunnery division officer; then weapons officer on BROWNSON stationed in Newport, RI. After attending Subraarine School, I was communications and weapons officer on RUNNER; then operations and engineering officer on REQUIN, both in Norfolk, VA. I then served as aide and flag lieutenant on CoraSubFlot Six Staff in Charleston. Following SSBN Navigators School at Dara Neck, I served as operations officer and navigator on REMORA in Charleston. I graduated frora the Graduate School in Monterey in 1974 with an M.S. in financial management. I then served as CO of SAILRSH; then subraarine liaison officer on CoraCruDesGra One Staff, both horaeported in San Diego. Following training in Memphis, I served as Team 1 Leader

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WGNACers at Lobsterfest in Atlanta Shipmate, September 2000

21st Company barbecue big boat, and getting ray Coast Guard Master's license. We left in April 2000 on an eight month cmise throughout the eastern U.S. Our "Great Loop" voyage takes us up the East Coast to Boston, the Hudson and Erie canals to the Great Lakes, the Trent-Severn Canal through Canada and Lake Huron and eventually the Mississippi and Tombigbee rivers to Mobile, AL. We will settle in Fort Walton Beach, FL, where we built a home while in the Air Force. If this reaches any Classmates before November 2000, call us at 561-3012802 and sign on for a billet on our cmise. Pay is terrible, but mm is cheap and liberty ports are great! See you at the 40th, WGNACers.

Seen and Heard Around Town Jon Komarek's (19) daughter sent me an update on Jon's recent move to Europe. Jon has a barge, a.k.a. PoMME DE MER and runs a BandB (Barge and Breakfast) operation in France. He invites anyone traveling to Europe to avail themselves by making reservations on his barge for all or part o f t h e visit.

For any reservations by USNA Alumni, Jon will donate a percentage to our Class project. Check this Unk on the Web: http://www.simpsonflinthouse.com for information on making reservations.

Judy and I had a great visit from Bev and Stan Roman (13) in June. Stan and I were doing some work on the Class project and managed to sneak in a round of golf to boot. The photo shows Bev and Stan waiting to board the Orient Express during a vacation they had in Europe that included a week of cooking school in Italy.

stories were told before Jim was presented with a few mementos, not all of them entirely serious.

Present were Jeanne George, Joan and Don Evans, Jack Williams, Charlie Farrell, John O'Connor, Maryanne and Jim Ibach, and Donna and Warren Hoppe. Your scribe was also invited as the token outsider to get an accurate, non-biased story on the happenings.

Upcoming Class Events Washington area Class luncheons on Tuesday, 12 September, and 14 November 2000.

Tailgate parties at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis before, during, and after all Navy home games.

For those folks attending the Tulane game in The Big Easy, New Orleans on 11 November, don't forget to contact Milt Jones (11) who is putting together a big shindig for alumni. The best way to reach Milt is via email (MHJones61@aol.com or MarjiJones@aol.com). Alternatively, his cell phone number is 504-451-3510 and his home phone number is 504-895-8445.

Parting Shots Now's a good time to start planning for our 40th Reunion one year from this month. You should have received the first Reunion mailing containing general information from Jay Bower. The next mailing will be asking you to sign up for the various activities. Get your hotel and plane reservations early and join the WGNAC in what looks to be the biggest Class Reunion ever!

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Pres: CAPT Richard J. Hayes, USN (Ret.) h: 703-461-3582; e: USNA62@erols.com Sec'y: CDR Howard S. Pinskey, USNR (Ret.) R O . Box 3380, AnnapoUs, M D 21403-3326 h: 410-974-1962; e: PINSK62@aol.com Class Web site: www.usna62.com

Bev and Stan Roman about to board the Orient Express Our Color Company, the 21 st, had a gathering in early June at the beautiful home of Vickie and Jack Sheahan to pay a tribute to Jim George for all his contributions to the Class over the years. Many sea Shipmate, September 2000

Greetings From Annapolis Sorry about the glitch in last month's Shipmate.

First time in about twenty years that we missed a deadline. Navy's 2000 football season is underway and Brigade is back in full strength. Fall is a great time to visit the Academy and the city. Now for our Class news this September issue.

Class News Our Class president, Dick Hayes, gives us tv.'o updatesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;one on the Hayes family and the other on Alumni Association Board of Trustees meeting: Here's what's happening with the Hayes Family. My son had twins a few months back and ray other two daughters are expecting this summer, so Ann and I will be grandparents for the eighth time; hard to keep up with the names. We have a son and daughter in Northern Virginia and the other daughter in Virginia Beach, so we get to see the grandkids often.

For years John Kelly has been singing the praises of Space "A" travel and he finally talked Ann and I into trying it out in April. We flew to San Diego for a few days and had the opportunity to spend a happy hour with some of our Classraates in San Diego. They have a favorite "watering hole" called the 94th Aero Squadron restaurant. Enclosed is a picture we took. Tom Dumont was there but he raissed the picture. Next we had a great rime touring the wine country around Temecula. The Kelly's and the Hayes' left San Diego on the weekend and drove to Travis AFB near San Francisco. We got a flight on Monday to Hawaii and spent two great weeks there. We were lucky to get beach cottages for the two weeks so we had a ball. I had no trouble getting a direct flight back to San Diego and John got another hop the next day back to Travis to pick up the car.

Overall it was a great trip and the Kelly's were great hosts.

As your Class President, I attended the Spring Meeting of the Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trustees held in Annapolis on 12 May 2000. The Class of '62 was well represented at the meeting. Snuffy Sraith (Chairraan of the Board), Paul Hurst, Corbin McNeill, Steve Chadwick, Neil Sapp, Joe Gamboa, Pete Glasier and Bill Miller also attended the meeting. The following is a synopsis of some of the key items on the agenda.

ADM Snuffy Smith the Chairman ofthe Board of Trustees, convened the business part of the meeting. He introduced CAPT George P. Watt Jr. '73, USNR (Ret.), as the new president and CEO of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and the president ofthe U.S. Naval Academy Foundation. RADM Ron Marryott '57, the retiring president and CEO, stated that he "wants us all to look to the future so that we can support those who will take our organization to greater heights and achieve objectives that in the past we could only dream about." There was a standing ovation for RADM Marryott in recognition of all his accomplishments supporting our Naval Academy and Alumni Association. Snuffy then introduced the chairman of various committees who reported out on the activities of their respective committees.

Corbin McNeill provided a financial report. He said the Alumni Association had received a great unqualified audit during the annual KPMG LLP audit. Total assets are approximately $40 million, however only $7 raillion are in the unrestricted fund category. The complex transition of funding policy whereby the Naval Academy Foundation solicits for both the Foundation and the Alumni Association can lead to shortfalls of too many donors designating restricted funds. In other words, there would not be enough unrestricted funds to support the many Alumni Association activities. The financial gurus are working the issue and it will be resolved. Additionally, Corbin

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announced that the Board of Trastees (BOT) approved a $ 1 million pledge for the proposed Glenn Warner Soccer Facility. Glenn Wamer was the soccer coach at the Academy during our "tenure."

CAPT Roger Onorati '61, reported on the results of the Annual Election of 2000. ADM Sraith was re-elected Chairraan of the Board, CAPT Mason Wells '47 will be the Eastem Region Trustee and CAPT Neil Block '61 the Central Region Trustee.

CAPT S.A. Davey '67, head ofthe House Committee, provided a status report on the condition of the buildings owned and used primarily as office space by the Alumni Association. The buildings are converted houses and are suffering from "old age." A comprehensive repair plan is being developed. Overall the properties are in good shape considering their age.

VADM Ed Martin '54, head of the Bylaws Committee, provided a summary of the new Bylaw changes that were approved by the BOT in January 2000. An unresolved issue is a policy on interira vacancies on the BOT. Should it be the entire BOT or just the Executive Coraraittee? This issue will be worked out with a final decision at the next BOT meeting in the fall. VADM Martin reminded us that any members of the Alumni Association can submit a recommended change to the Bylaws. The change would be staffed by the Alumni Association and voted upon by the BOT. RADM Brad Mooney '53, chairraan of the Ad Hoc Committee on Admissions of the Alumni Association, provided a status report on the Committees' actions. They are assisting the Naval Academy Admissions staff in seeking out and informing young men and women of the opportunities afforded by the Naval Academy. They are assisting in the areas of Blue and Gold, Communications, Alumni Service Club Opportunity, Information Technology and Raising Awareness.

VADM John Ryan '67, the Superintendent, provided an overview on the status of the Acaderay and the Brigade. He said the state of the Academy is excellent. Additionally he: -Announced that there will be 940 graduates from the Class of 2000.

-Discussed the USNA Budget profile. He said the Academy was in good shape and was being fully supported by the CNO. Public funds satisfy core requirements while private funds (through the Naval Academy Foundation) increase the margin of excellence.

-Said the new Midshipmen are technically savvy. There are over 10,000 applications for the incoming Class of which 1,400 were selected.

-Discussed the faculty. He said it was diverse.

All the civilian faculty have Ph.Ds. There is a new program for perraanent railitary professors. They will serve in the fleet for about eight years, get their Ph.Ds and then teach at the Academy for the last 12 or so years of their career.

-Discussed the new Company Officer Program.

New officers spend their first year working on a master's program and the last two years of their tour as company officers.

-Announced that the new and revised Ethics Program is going great. The key point raade by the Sup were that there is one session a week on the "theory" of ethics, taught by civilian professor, but there are also two "practical" sessions per week raoderated by a splendid crop of 0-5s and 0-6s who have "been there, done that."

-Discussed "Changes in the Wind." The new coramandant, CAPT Sam Locklear '77, is working on a revised Midshipraen Watch Organization to provide more leadership and responsibilities in the Brigade. Additionally, the Sup is looking at cutting back sorae on liberty and weekends for the Midshipmen to provide more Brigade Midshipraen supervision and accountability.

-Said the Strategic Plan is on tract. Projects underway include the new Glenn Wamer Soccer Facility, better acaderaics at the Naval Academy Preparatory School in Newport, RI, renovation of 110

the Academy Museura, design of the classroom/ laboratory of the future, tennis court rehabilitation and creation of an ethics center.

Snuffy Sraith closed the meeting by leading us all in singing Navy Blue and Gold. This was the first tirae we did this and "it felt good."

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We haven't heard from Fred Badger, living in Danville, CA, in a while but a recent opportunity in April to have breakfast with Classmate and company mate, Mike Raggett, stimulated him to say hello: I am still in the retained executive search business, having entered the profession in 1976, and founded the Badger Group in 1983. Our firra just celebrated its 17th anniversary and one week before that we were honored by the San Fransisco Business Times, for the third tirae in the last four years, as being one of the Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the East Bay part of the San Francisco Bay area. The robust economy has been great for our business and I do not see any slowdown in the near terra. As for ray family, ray son. Drew, received his P.D. in Toxicology from the University of Arizona in November of 1997 and is currently working for Proctor and Gamble in Cincinnati. My daughter, Jacqueline, has her own business in Scottsdale and has a single digit handicap in golf. My wife, Jackie, essentially retired frora her clothing business in 1998 to orchestrate our daughter's wedding and oversee the building of our getaway house in the mountains of Arizona. She is now requalifying for her black belt in shopping, playing golf and singing in an excellent local choras. Life at 60 is good. Some day I hope to stop working seven days a week and get my golf handicap back in the single digit level.

Greg Chaunsey writes from San Diego that he attended a combined USNI and AFCEA Western Conference and Exposition in February 2000. Classmates who attended included Snuffy Smith, Ray Madonna, George Wagner, Greg Chauncey, Geof Chesbrough, MarshaU Magruder and John Kelly Again from San Diego, a great area for '62ers, both John Hinkle and Tom Stone sent the following article from the San Diego newspapers about Rocky Spane. Tom also attended a nice change of command last week on the DDG-62, along with Myron Fleming. The outgoing CO, Jim Grant '80, did a good j o b of balancing the ships nameâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; FITZGERALD named for a Class of '63 member with the '62 hull number. I ' m still working and very much enjoying this new-to-me San Diego area. Lots to do and naturally, great weather.

For Navy admirals there are four career paths upon retirement. Play golf with older retired admirals, go work for a defense contractor, become a consultant for a defense contractor or the hardest path, start a new career in a business without any

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defense ties. Retired VADM Robert "Rocky" Spane chose die road less tt-aveled. When he retired in January 1996, Spane decided he wanted to try his hand in the real business world. No military contracts. No consulting. Eat or be eaten. So, with a stack of business cards from executives he had met as an admiral, Spane looked for work from his Coronado home. One call led to a directorship of a start-up Midwest airline with seven jets. Within a year, Spane was named chief executive officer. For nearly three years, he has been mnning Vanguard Airlinesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;13 jetliners and 900 employees now.

Based in Kansas City, MO, Vanguard flies to cities Uke Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, MinneapoUs and Myrtle Beach, SC. When he took over in June 1997, Vanguard was losing money, more than $25 milUon in 1997. This was not the first time that Spane had filled a difficult job. In 1985, Spane replaced the skipper of the nuclear powered carrier ENTERPRISE after the flattop, ran aground at Bishops Rock, 100 miles off San Diego. The crew was demoralized and Spane, playing of his radio sign "Rocky" inspired the crew. The ship's morale and performance tumed around. At Vanguard, Spane became the defacto pitchman for the airlines. Like Lee lacocca, Spane did TV commercials and was pictured on billboards, urging travelers to try Vanguard. The airline business is highly competitive and even a small carrier such as Vanguard can atttact the attention of a big carrier like American airUnes. Vanguard has withdrawn from markets after larger airUnes have increased service and cut prices after Spane's airUne started flying new routes.

The Justice Department is suing American over claims that it engaged in anti-competitive marketing against Vanguard. "It's very much Uke military tactics," he said. "The enemy does something and you change tactics." Having a job in Kansas City has put an additional strain on Spane. He commutes.

Nearly every Sunday, he boards a flight at Lindenberg Field and fUes to Kansas City, where he keeps an apartment. Then on Friday evenings, he boards a flight back to San Diego and his wife, Linda. In some ways, commuting halfway across the countty isn't so different from shipboard deployments. But unlike the Navy days, no one calls him admiral. "I don't know if anyone knows I was an admiral, and I know they don't care."

Ken Duckworth sends word from Florida that he is still practicing law in the Fort Lauderdale area and is only a grandfather one time. Our first-born son. Ken, who still works in the Ukraine has blessed us with my granddaughter. He will be in the States to do some interviews with the foreign service in April 2000. Our granddaughter, Sasha, is an American citizen by birth and Ken's wife. Gala, should be able to take her oath as an American in July. Our daughter Becky is still in Colorado as a hotel manager at Snowmass, in Aspen. I believe Joe Procopio and Mike McGrath are in that area as we saw them at the Air Force-Navy game in 1998. Our youngest, Eric (USMA '95), is out of the Army and may become employed in Maryland.

The Vietnam Memorial moving wall was recentiy in Fort Lauderdale and I was very impressed by the volunteer work exhibited by the young and the old persons involved. I traced the names of some of

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our Classmates and I enclose my efforts so that perhaps they may be part of our archives. I know that I did not obtain all the names but maybe other Classmates may be able to go to the wall and make a tracing. One final note on the experience that I would like to relate. There is a woman, Sharon E. Denitto, who is very active in seeing that the wall gets the attention that it deserves and whom I met at the traveling wall and she seems very dedicated.

I believe that she has been in contact with Mike McGrath concerning a very serious problem concerning persons who misrepresent themselves as former POWs. It appears that these persons state that they are former POWs with serious problems both physically and mentally and they do so for some hope of financial or other gain.

Also, the 13th Company has a dot line allen_hughes@home.com (Allen Hughes) and the following persons have not signed up: Ron Bell, Jim Fuller, Russ Henry, Bill Kazmar. My old roommate, Ron Bell, still speaks Portuguese in his sleep. Jim Fuller is a defense attorney for insurance companies. I'm sure Russ Henry doesn't know because he bleeds blue and gold. Maybe they will contact you or Al after they read this article.

The Class received this sad news from Roy Kane.

His beloved wife, Barbara, lost her battle with cancer early Saturday morning, 20 May. She died peacefully in her sleep with the family around her.

Her final two weeks were filled with great physical pain, which now has ended as she enters into her Lord's presence. Her life was celebrated with a memorial service on Saturday, 3 June, at Southport Presbyterian Church, near Indianapolis, IN. Stew Lingley contacted Dick Sanders and he and his wife, Carole, attended the service for Roy's wife. Dick says that he expressed sympathies and condolences for our Class. He spoke briefly with Roy and his daughter before the service and again with him afterwards. He seemed glad and appreciative that we attended and that you and his Classmates remembered he and Barbara at this time. The church is a huge and new strucmre and it was nearly filled. The service was very moving and appropriate. The music was as special as you would expect, for her life apparently revolved around her church and choir directing. Her son was the organist. You can reach Roy Kane on email (rkane@ amsiintemational.org) or at 636 Sun Valley Court, IndianapoUs, IN 46217-3944; 317-783-3023.

From Stew Lingleys electronic newsletter: USNA Homecoming dates have already been set up to 2004 as follows. Write them on your calendars now.

2000 - 21 October - NAVY vs. RUTGERS 2001 - 13 October - NAVY vs. RICE 2002 - 28 September - NAVY vs. DUKE (our 40th Reunion) 2003 - 25 October - NAVY vs. DELAWARE

2004 - 30 October NAVY vs. DELAWARE A select group of Second Company members met in Carmel, CA, to celebrate the millennium, play golf and witness the end ofthe world together. Fortunately, only the celebrating and golf actually took place. Attendees at this special event were Fred Lewis, Don Hard, Joe Rossi, Bob Byrne, Tom Hitchcock, Larry Rank, Jim Hanby and John Lingren, accompanied by their spouses and significant others. Thanks to the hard work and excellent planning of Tom Hitchcock, all enjoyed fabulous accommodations in the La Playa Hotel, gourmet meals in the local eateries and golf at a variety of surtounding courses. Rumor has it that Fred Lewis managed to sneak out early one moming and get in an extra round of golf by himself, just to practice and get an edge on the others. (It's the fighter pilot

thing.) Tom Hitchcock took the group out to dinuer at a place in Big Sur where he worked during the summers when he was in high school. It vi'as fortunate that there was not a person there that remembered him so the group escaped unharmed. Perhaps the biggest accompUshment of the four days was that the whole group managed to stay awake until midnight on the 31st, in spite of the heavy "practice" celebrations underway throughout the day.

The '62 Army-Navy 2000 festivity preparations are moving along. Well over 100 Classmates are participating. Three busses have been ordered from the Sheraton Hotel in Beltsville to the game and back. And the party has been arranged at the hotel after the game. Anyone who is planning to stay at the hotel should call them and make a reservation.

The hotel number is 301-937-4422. Mention NAVY62 to get die group rate of $79 plus tax. Don't call the 800 number, as they don't have access to our block of rooms. Everyone is encouraged to sign up as members of the NAAA. Just call 1-800-US4NAVY and sign up. Have your wife sign up too, if you think you want more than four tickets to next years Army-Navy game. Make sure she indicates an affiliation with the Class of '62. When you join the NAAA, please let Stew know.

Pat Rupertus' widow, Gail (grupertus@aol. com), has been diagnosed with A.L.S. In keeping with her tradition, she is working with the advocacy group to increase public awareness and support of research on the disease. Classmate Art Van Saun died of A.L.S. back in '82. Classmates interested in learning more or helping with this, can contact Gail at her email address. Naturally this makes Gail our latest addition to the '62 Barnacle list.

Paul Hurst reports that the USNA Alumni Chapter in Atlanta is planning some festivities around the Navy-GA Tech Game on 16 September. Anyone interested should order their own game tickets in the small Navy section, from the NAAA. (1-800US4NAVY) Don't wait to order game tickets.

PCS changes include Carmen and Joe Van Meter who moved from San Antonio to Houston and Jean and Andy Zagayko just reported they are moving from Hurticane, WV, to Richmond, VA, later this month.

That's our Class news for this issue of Shipmate.

It's great to hear from our many Classmates, so keep your cards, letters and photos flowing in. Your Classmates appreciate it. Keep in touch. Until next time...

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Pres: Hon. Stephen M. Duncan Sec'y: Michael H. Shelley 25 Sweetwater Lane, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 h: 828-862-4245; e: nstar@citcom.net Web site: www.USNA63.org How did we get back to September already?! No complaints from me, being the football fan that I am. Navy's first game of the year will have been played when you read this. Writing in early July, I'm predicting that it was a Navy win, and assure you that I expect many more between now and our next victory over Army this December. The game against Notre Dame in Orlando on 14 October may well see an end to our drought against that football factoryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;we're more than overdue and last year's contest was s-o-o-o-o-o close to being a Navy win.

Our Eighth Company Classmates are having a Re111

union centered around the Notre Dame game, so look for them if you're in Orlando that weekend.

I never like to share sad news, but I must report that our Classmate Herb Swinburne died at his home in Charleston, SC, on 17 June. A former president of Telehub Network Services Corporation of Gumee, IL, Herb is survived by his wife, Carol, and four children. The family's address is 1518 Harborsun Drive, Charleston, SC 29412.

Many thanks to Spencer Johnson for providing a full report on this February's dinner-dance for the service academy Classes of 1963 in Washington, D.C. Thanks also to Phil Rooney for the accompanying photos.

At a luncheon meeting of our Classmates in the fall, the group thought that in addition to our periodic get-togethers for lunch, we ought to do something that included our wives. We focused on a dinner dance in the Dark Ages time frame when we would all appreciate something to get out and do. Bob Forster and I agreed to look into the possibilities and decided to propose a dinner dance at the Array-Navy Country Club in Arlington, where I am the treasurer. Phil Rooney joined the planning group and volunteered to get the band, a group of great musicians led by a federal special prosecutor (this one charged with the Espy case) with whom Phil works. The date was set for the Saturday after Valentine's Day, an appropriate occasion. In order to increase the number of attendees and to help fill the ballroom at the club, it was agreed to invite our '63 contemporaries frora the other service academies to share the evening with us. Jan Rooney volunteered to keep track of reservations and the books for the event.

Flyers were mailed to all Classmates resident within 100 miles of Washington. Email and our Class Web page further advertised the event. We had 53 attendees frora USNA (Merle and Art Clarke got caught in an airport snafu and didn't make the event, but were missed nonetheless), 18 from USMA, and 28 from USAFA. Jennifer and Bill Earner offered to help with the decorations, Jennifer having great insights and supplies as a result of her work for the Navy Relief Ball held annually in Washington. The tables were resplendent with centerpieces featuring a stylistic American flag and ribbons with each service academy's colors. We also had banners with each academy's insignia prominently featured. Initial contacts by Jim Ring with the Coast Guard Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy didn't get any nibbles, but they remain possibilities for future events of a similar nature.

The event began with a cocktail hour where everyone mingled and traded tales with old acquaintances and new ones. At dinner, each academy sat in a cluster of tables marked with their banner. Before the dance music started, a few short remarks were exchanged. Spencer Johnson welcomed everyone on behalf of USNA '63 and remarked on the four years that we shared in common at our respective academies and on the various athletic fields of competition. Following graduation our Classes shared two wars and countless contingencies over our collective 30 years of service to the nation. We paused a moraent to remember Classmates who had given their all to the nation and could not be with us on this or other occasions, but were alive and with us in our thoughts and memories. Col. Barry Walruth,

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USAFA '63, spoke on behalf of his assembled Classmates and their ladies, and was followed by USMA '63 president MGEN William M. "Bill" Boice, USA (Ret.), who, in noting that theirs was the smallest turnout, said that unlike USNA, West Point was never known to be a party school. This humorous observation was answered by a Navy wife who said, "If you Army fellows disappeared for six raonths at a time, you would live for a party too!" Each of the academy speakers remarked on the unique bonds that we all share as a result of our shared period of tirae, our common experiences, and our common service to the nation. None of us could recall a similar event where all three Academies had done something like this together, and it was agreed that we should do it again with undoubtedly even larger numbers of Classraates in attendance. The evening ended after midnight when tired feet and an exhausted band packed up to head for horae. Everyone left with the words "next year" on their lips. It was a great tirae. Soon, plans will begin to emerge for a follow-on '63 event, perhaps a dinner dance like the one that proved so successful this year. It would be planned for around Valentine's Day, but not to interfere with the Army-Navy wrestiing meet so that our wrestlers can exhibit their knowledge of holds on the dance floor rather than on the mat.

(As an aside, the inter-academy notion goes back to graduate school in Boston. Andrea and I were invited to attend a West Point Night at the Boston Pops. As part of the reply form, we were asked to state any requests we would like to hear the orchestra play. I put down "Victory At Sea." On the designated night, I was more than surprised to see "Victory At Sea" on the prograra for West Point Night at the Pops. There's always raore than one way to Beat Army\) The USNA attendees included Gayle and Satch Baumgart, Merle and Art Clarke (in spirit), Noriko and Denny Conley, Jackie and Mike Cronln, Jennifer and Bill Earner, Sharon and Bob Forster, Sami and Roger Glaes, Mary Ann and Jay Gowens, Lois and Bernie Grabowski, Candy and Bill Graham, Polly and Wilson Harris, Andrea and Spencer Johnson, Betty and Kent Maxfield, Carla and Jeff Miles, Judy and Tom Morgan, Ann and Tom O'Brien, Fran and Tom Reemelin, Kate and Jim Ring, Gene and Dave Robinson, Jan and Phil Rooney, Sarah and Malcolm Schantz, Arlene and Forrest Siburt, Lynn and Paul Tobin, Joan and Tony Trabandt, Kay and George Tracy, Denny Vaughan, and Linda and Rick Wakefield.

Service Academies' Classes of 1963 party in Washington

Service Academies' Classes of 1963 party in Washington

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Service Academies' Classes of 1963 party in Washington It was announced in June that Harry Hirsch has been elected chairman of the board of directors of Lightyear Communications, which provides converged data, Intemet, and voice services to more than 300,000 business and residential customers nationwide. Prior to joining Lightyear, Harry was chairman, president, and C E O of Advanced Radio Telecom.

Harry had quite a summer, as evidenced by this note from Mike Rubel: Five of our Classmates will be coming together to travel via motoryacht from Seattie to Annapolis through the Panama Canal. Participants will be Steve Leisge, Sherwood Zinunerman, Harry Hirsch (his boat, otherwise we wouldn't let him go!). Reed Farrington (part way), and yoiu's traly.

We will depart on 22 June. It should be a great adventure and a life experience for all of us. Annapolis will be the final resting-place for the boat and the Hirsches sometime in August. Have the bandready!A good bottie of port and a cigar might be nice also.

It was a treat to h e a r from C h u c k D i B a r i (cdibari@hotmail.com or cdibari@leland.stanford. edu), who subnutted this comprehensive account of his activities: I've been reading each issue of Shipmate as I've received it and I really enjoy catching up on what's happening with our Classmates. Even though I don't have a lot of great accomplishments to talk about, since I've enjoyed hearing about everyone else, I have to assume that others would enjoy hearing about this Classmate. Besides, I am very proud of having gone to Navy and what we all leamed there, and it has carried with me all of ray life.

I was formnate to sail with the Italian Navy on AMERIGO VESPUCCI for our First Class Craise.

Along with rae were Walt Breede, Tony DeSantis, and Mike Mara. We had a great craise, which ended in Oslo, Norway, where the ship let us off and we had to figure out how to get home. jt We had a total of S2.00 between the four of us 5 and there we were in Oslo, so we went to the U.S. Embassy where they arranged for a PanAm flight for us to get back home. The flight was practically empty so the stewardesses gave most of their attention to us Midshipmen, and since drinks were $2.00 each they managed to give us one "big" drink which we all split. I'd like to hear from Walt, Tony and Mike if they get a chance.

After the Academy, I went to Flight Training and served in Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron 11 along with Russ Berry, Jake Dennis, Alex S Daunis, and Joel Heine. I don't know what the | B typical makeup of Academy Grads in Navy SquadH p rons was, but it seemed to me that five Classraates in the same squadron was more than normal. Anyway we had a good tour, the highlight of which was the GEMINI astronaut pickups, for which they used our squadron.

After my HS tour, I wound up in HT-8 in the Training Command. I was dubbed the SIO (Senior Italian Officer) of the squadron and to press the point home I was assigned four Italian Navy Pilots as my last four students before leaving the Navy. It was very interesting to say the least, but I did thoroughly enjoy training them.

I got out of the Navy in 1969 and went to work for Pacific Telephone for 11 years. After that, I got adventurous, quit the phone company, and Shipmate, September 2000

went to work for a telephone interconnect company. The next 13 years were interesting and trying, as the interconnect business at that time was just getting on its feet and there was a lot of turmoil with companies going in and out of business.

1 went through a period of time where jobs were hard to get, but 1 have to say that the "frustration tolerance" which we all learned at Navy held me up and enabled me to survive with a sane sense of humor. Like all of us 1 started to age and developed a few medical probleras which 1 luckily got through. I am now working at Stanford University in the Clinical Cancer Research Center in administration support where I've been since 1994.

I am married to Ethel, the same girl in the fullpage Ring Dance photo on page 177 of our Lucky Bag. We have two sons and one daughter: Chuck, Joey, and Nikki. Chuck and Nikki are living near us in Fremont, CA, and Joey is in Rancho Santa Marguerita in Orange County in Southern Califomia. All are doing very well.

I was very distressed to hear about Ron Testa's death. I remember the "rans" he and 1 used to have over the "rocks" on the sea wall behind Bancroft Hall. I will also always remember his two consecutive 15-yard quarterback sacks in the ArmyNavy game.

I recently heard frora Don Jacobs and Jim DeFrancia and 1 ara very happy to hear that both are doing well. A side note: Do you remember when during mealtime in Bancroft Hall we used to hear over the PA system about our "green eggs," etc.? I always was very certain that it was Jira DeFrancia who was the "voice behind the mike."

I was surprised when I recently read Bill Kennedy's recent "confession" in Shipmate that he was the one who "did the deed." Sorry, Jim! Good show. Bill!

Oh, if Beast (Vern Von Sydow) reads this, please return my copy of the Weight Watcher's Recipe Book, which you borrowed from me when we were in Flight Training. Because I haven't had that book to refer to, I've had a weight problem all these years!

I've been kind of "sitting in the background" these past few years, reading Shipmate. While I haven't been proactive in coraraunicating, ray memories of Navy are always with me and I very much look forward to my monthly copy of Shipmate. I would thoroughly enjoy hearing from anyone who remembers me. My mailing address is 39421 Seascape Road, Fremont, CA 94539; (h) 510-657-1270, and (w) 650-498-4073.

Jim Ring stakes his claim to a record, asserting that his high school sent more men into the Class of 1963 than did any other school. Any challengers?

My oldest boy, Chris, has only one year of high school left. Both of my boys are going to the same one I did, Gonzaga High in D.C. At a recent Gonzaga party, I was telling a woraan that seven Gonzaga grads were in our Class at USNA. 1 found out that four from the Class of 2000 at Gonzaga were starting USNA this summer with two raore going to prep school before entering. At least one other was scheduled to enter this year from NAPS. This woman's son was one of the four and she asked what Class at Gonzaga I was. When I said '58,1 saw her gulp. I said you don't have to be so shocked, then she told me why. She was bom in 1959. Are we getting old or what? I think we are just getting better!

Seven Gonzaga grads started with '63 and seven finished. Three from Gonzaga '58 and four frora Gonzaga '59. From '58—Tom Buckley, Sonny Langley, and rae. Frora '59—Lionel Banda,

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Jimmy Carter. Bill Hisghtj^i, ar.c' S'.t^^i )i.Szhi;-T Also, Pete Deutcrmann v.'ent to Oonz/iga fortv/c; years before moving away. Bi!! Kirvsr! 'fi2, USNA was Gonzaga '58. Lionel's btoiher. Phil, was #1 in my Gonzaga class.

Congratulations to Steve D u n c a n on the birth of his first granddaughter (fourth grandchild), Anna Luella Johnson, born to his daughter Paige and her husband Eric on 20 June. Steve delivered the graduation address at the NATO Defense College in Rome on 10 June. His speech is an excellent survey of recent trends in the employment of military force, with striking insights on the future of reserve forces.

We have placed the address on the 1963 Web site, and I encourage you to read it there soon.

Here, in this account from Jim K o e h n , is another example of how our Classmates continue to support each other in unexpected ways.

I've been so negligent in updating you on our life but the piece in the May Shipmate about John Newton forced me to take keyboard in hand. In early April 1 had a total hip replaceraent after much urging from Craig Barton who had similar surgery sometime prior to the 35th Reunion. Craig kept telling me how much improved his life was with the implant, and my discomfort kept increasing, which forced me to give up my daily three-raile rans and was substantially hurting ray golf garae.

To continue the story, in March, Craig, John, and I initiated an effort to have a Class dinner with those living in the Bay area. Unfortunately, the dinner has not happened due to scheduling and other logistics issues, but John and I had a nuraber of conversations about a wide range of topics, including the personal challenges that he's faced over the past years. During ray recovery in the hospital I was pleasantiy surprised to have John again make his presence known by visiting me on the spur of the moment. Here I was lying down and having a rainor bit of discorafort and one of our Classmates took the time to visit a guy he hardly knows; and when I read of him in the latest column I was even more impressed based on what he has had to endure. The Class of '63 guys are great!

To end the thought, I'm back to about 98 percent with only a very slight limp and have even tried out the golf course again. For anyone even remotely contemplating a hip replacement my advice is to find the best surgeon possible and get it done—the technology is amazing and the results are tmly life changing. I also owe Craig a load of thanks for urging me to have the operation.

Dick A u g u r reports that R i c k Kleinfeldt (rickldeinfeldt@att.net) now lives on St. John in the Virgin Islands. A note that Dick received from him earlier this year said that he was: .. .in the process of completing my second house on the Island. The main house. Mystic Ridge Villa, is primarily for short term rentals (www.islandgetaways.net/raystic-ridge.htral). The new villa will be ray priraary residence except for the two to three months each year when I visit the mainland for various reasons—the least of which is that I still have season rickets for the Cincinnati Bengals, just in case they ever start to win again!

Rick can be reached at PO Box 9901, St. John, VI 00830; 340-693-5090.

That's a wrap for this month. As always, we depend on your participation to keep this news exchange up and running. Also, it would be good to see more of you at our tailgate parties before and after Navy's home football games. We're always located in the parking lot near the Class of 1953 pavilion at the closed end of the stadium. For info about tickets, contact the Athletic Association at 1-800-US4-NAVY or get in touch with me. Just in case you haven't checked yet. Army game tickets are already sold out.

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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 As usual, I am starting our column with a message from our Class President, B e m i e Maguire: Classmates: • The Fourth of July is upon us as I provide this update on recent Class activities and I can't help but think of the sacrifices that have been made for our country by those who served before us and by many of our own Classmates. The cost of freedom is significant.

• Our Eighth Annual Ethics Dinner is a distant vision, but plan now to attend in order to present our book. Ethics for the Junior Officer to the Class of 2001. The dinner will be held Monday evening, 8 January, starting at approximately 5:30 p.m. wherever Midshipraen are eating at that time.

(King Hall raay be undergoing a facelift soraetirae during the next two academic years and we may be dining in Dahlgren Hall.) Dave Carey, one of our four surviving Vietnara POWs will deliver the address to the Class of 2001 after dinner. His roommate from the 24th Company, Bruce Taylor, will introduce Dave.

•Speaking of Dave Carey, he is the newest meraber of our Class to have a book in publication.

The Ways We Choose, published by Book Partners of Wilsonville, OR, is a good read that chronicles Dave's years in captivity and the times which followed. Don't wait for Dave's Ethics Dinner speech, get the book now; it's well worth your effort.

• Oiu- mini-reunion craise is on track for 18 January 2002. Thanks to die diligent efforts of Steve Claassen, the cost will be well within reason, the craise line is top shelf and the itinerary, superior.

Steve is finahzing details now with Yvonne and Karl Vogeler but we are certain you will enjoy the south Caribbean route of Holland America. Check out www.usna64.org for fuWre developments.

• Ann and Grant Fulkerson continue to work toward developing a list of our deceased Classmates' wives so that we raay keep them current on Class activities if they so desire.

• We have made arrangements with the Class of '73 to relieve us and assume the duty of sponsorship for the 10th Company Wardroom. Although '73 will be working with the Tenth Company starting now, the baton will be officially handed off in the fall of 2001 when the newly renovated Fifth Wing is reopened. More information will be provided as we get closer in time.

• Many of you are aware that Connie Lautenbacher will be retiring from the Navy this summer as the last Class of 1964 active duty line officer. Ed Conant has agreed to coordinate a Class event for later this summer to help ease a still-too-young-looking Connie into the civilian world. Alas, another nostalgic Class Milestone— Dick Foley notwithstanding.

• As always, please visit our Home Page for the latest news. Two things of particular note: We are trying to ensure that we have correct contact information effective in 2000 for each Classmate.

Please save Grant Fulkerson the work by visiting the "Search and Update" section and update your information at least once this year.

• We are trying to get contact information on some of our unreachable Classmates. Please check the "Missing Classraates" section and help us update inforraation on any of our Classmates listed there.

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• As a closing note, it is my opinion that Jack Zimmermann apparentiy has a new career as a talking head on CNN, CNBC, ABC, MSNBC, etc., etc. Jack is unique in today's cable news TV world; he made sense when he spoke.

Jack M u m a w sends this photo of him presenting Lou Balestra '67 with his 20 year pin at United Airline's Chicago Flight Operations.

'64 and '67 Interestingly, Jack adds that both are captains for United AirUnes. This situation is unique in that these two met in 1963 when Jack was assigned as Lou's "Firstie." The two have kept in close touch over the years, and according to Jack, it is because Lou "still needs more guidance in staying out of harms way." Lou adds that "Jack has always had it in for him." Jack is a flight manager at the Chicago Flight Operations and Lou is a line pilot and a past officer for the Airline Pilots' Union. Both are retired Naval Reserve officers. Jack retired last year as a rear admiral and Lou retired as a captain. I find it comforting that the Class of '64 is still adding some positive direction to the Class of ' 6 7 !

John Rowland who heads the USNA Alumni Association Chapter in Chicago sends information on an "Iwo Jima Memorial in Chicagoland." He writes: CAPT Tim Myers (Ret.) reports in from the Zee Bee Front. As Chapter merabers know, Tim mns 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 raake 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 Califomia, 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 raonuraent, which can be seen in the picture window in the front of the school, is the only raonuraent (of this replica) in a high school in the world.

The cereraony was very irapressive with students delivering heart warming stories of Marines who fought on Iwo. 1 felt extremely proud to be a part of a very patriotic school and community!

Tony Taylor (USNA64@home.com) passes to the Class: Just wanted to pass on to sorae of the locals dignitaries frora the Class of '64 that I have retired from the world of electrons and computers.

and things like information technology, and have embarked on my twilight tour in real estate. The great thing is that the market is so hot now that I am suddenly making "real money" and having fun while I am at it. I always thought of real estate as an old man's career, but guess what guy's, we are not so young anymore. Tomorrow it will have been 36 years since we tossed the hats! With that said, here is a coraraercial break. If anyone is considering selling their house in Virginia, now is the time to reap in the top dollars. If you or anyone you know is looking to sell or to buy, here are my particulars: Web site: www.tonytaylorhomes.com; business cell phone: 703-855-1939.

Commercial is over. Just a closing note of interest: our son, Roger, and his wife, Leigh, who are living in the Seattle area, are expecting twins this fall. These will be our first grandchildren. I have to work fast to catch up with my bro, Pat Taylor '55 with his 13 grandkids. Have a safe and wonderful summer, guys. (This is a public service announcement.)

More 35th Reunion Photos B e m i e Maguire passed these reunion photos.

The first is of former ' 6 4 shipmates from SAM RAYBURN Blue Crew reliving those wonderful times at the Reunion: Charlie Moore, Dick Shapack, Bill Davis and B e m i e Maguire. Rick Eckstein, also a shipmate, was not in attendance.

Former shipmates from SAM RAYBiniN Blue Crew enjoy the Reunion Also enjoying our 35th Reunion are members of the 20th Company and their wives and guests.

Seated are Ilene and Jack Zimmerman, Bob Bell, and Contue Gartett; standing are Betty Bell, Frank Benner and his friend, Anna, and Waddy Garrett.

20th Company at the Reunion In another photo of the 20th Company at the Reunion, seated are Florence and Roland Marquis and Pat and John Palombi. Standing are Mary Jo and Lon Cooke.

More 20th Company at the Reunion In Bemie's final photo, more 20th Companymates and spouses include Joyce and B e m i e Maguire, Mary and A n d y Thompson, and Elizabeth and Charlie Heath.

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AU had a great time enjoying tiie reunion and reliving the past 39 years!

Web Wright who is a professional photographer sent a Reunion photo of Bob Jones, Mike Caputo, and himself^

Jones, Wright, and Caputo at the Reunion Web provides professional photo services for all types of events from his office in Annapolis. You can see some of his work and get information on his services on his Web site: www. webphotography. net, or give his office a call at 410-268-3176.

Hal Sisson celebrated his 60th birthday early this Summer and Sharon had a surprise party for him in their lovely home in the River Bend community outside Leesburg, VA. At least it was a surprise party until Gordy Clow called Hal to say he couldn't make the party! Sharon did a wonderful job and the party was great. The whole Sisson clan—the children, grandchildren, and relatives—came from all over the country. Others included friends, neighbors (new and old), and, of course, some of Hal's Classmates who usually don't pass up a good party.

Representing the Class were Mardy and Steve Laabs, Sandy and Jim Shanahan, Connie and Jack Costello, Dottie and Dennie Pignotti, and Sue Dunne without Jerry Dunne. It seems Jerry was off on a hardship visit to Scotland where he was checking out the local golf courses and pubs! I did not take any pictures of the event. However, thanks to Phyllis and Ole Olsen, I have included a reunion photo of a younger Hal Sisson, Read McCleary, and Sharon.

Hal Sisson, Read McCleary, and Sharon Sisson PhyUis and Ole Olsen (poolsen@flash.net) celebrated Memorial Day week with Holly and Gordon Clow, and Betty and George Blanda (former pro football player and Hall of Fame member). They explained that they have been friends with the Blandas for a number of years and that George's younger brother graduated from West Point in 1960 or 1961, but does not mind socializing with USNA graduates. Since I am a die-hard Chicago Bears fan, I certainly remember George as one of the greatest place kickers of all time, a tremendous quarterback, and, in his early NFL days of two-way football, a linebacker! But I digress. Ole and Phyllis explained that the group met at the Olsen's Colorado place 18 miles north of Durango. Since the Olsen place sits on the fifth fairway of a great golf course, you can easily figure out what the guys were doing! Phyllis

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The Blandas, the Clows, and the Olsens said that the gals did a lot of shopping and lunching in Durango. She adds: While shopping one day, the ladies bought the guys matching shirts, but as you can see frora the picture, Gordy wouldn't wear his shirt the sarae night Ole and George wore theirs. For some reason, he didn't want to look like a triplet. Oh well, even though his Hawaiian print clashed with the other two guys, he still looked cute when we went to dinner and walked around Durango one evening. After the Blandas left, the Clows and Olsens spent the day at the Mesa Verde National Park in the Four Comers area. It's a place everyone should visit at least once. Even though we love living in New Mexico, we try to spend as much tirae as possible in Durango. We love having guests at both locations, so 1964 Classraates, let the Olsens know when you're in our area. Our eraail address is poolsen@flash.net and our raain home phone nuraber is 505-867-1996.

David Wagner and Jim Arrison did a superb job in setting up the annual Class outing to the Wolftrap outdoor theater in Northern Virginia. For those who missed it, you missed a tmly wonderful evening. Those who did not miss it were Linda and David Ahem, Susan and Jim Arrison, Maggie and Tom Maguire, Peggy and Dick Curley, Sue and Jerry Dunne, Nancy and Stu Johnson, Susan and Connie Lautenbacher, Dottie and Dennie Pignotti, Debbie and Hugh Risseeuw, and Cindy and David Wagner. We also were privileged to have MIDN 3/C Megan Bamett '03, Tom and Maggie's daughter, attend the event with us. She had just completed her Plebe year at the Academy. The weather was perfect as we began the evening at the Ovations Restaurant at Wolftrap where Jim artanged dinner for us. The dinner was excellent with plenty of wine, conversation, and fun. After dinner, we thoroughly enjoyed a spectacular, patriotic program by the National Symphony Orchestra from great seats arranged for us by Nancy and Stu Johnson.

We even got a chance to stand during the Symphony's medley of the armed services' songs.

I think the Navy was well represented from what I could see—at least, the "Great Class of 1964" did their part! The last artangement was the stirring 1812 Overture accompanied by cannons. Not that anyone was dozing off, but it got everyone's attention even when you were expecting it! The evening ended too quickly and we all began to wonder why we don't take advantage of Wolftrap's programs more often. I am including a Tom Barnett photo of Nancy Johnson talking to Connie Lautenbacher with Stu Johnson chatting with Jim Arrison at the Ovations Restaurant before dinner.

Nancy Johnson, Stu Johnson, Jira Arrison, and Connie Lautenbacher Please plan on joining us next year at Wolftrap. I am sure you will have a great time!

Bob Sutton is back in the Washington, D.C, area again. He writes that he is back with ITT Industries as a VP in their Systems Division headquartered in Colorado Springs but my office is in Crystal City (office phone: 703-553-2539). He is primarily doing Intemational Business Development, but also pulling together some various sectors in the Systems Division that have given ITT a new market capability due to some mergers and acquisitions.

Bob and Becky have purchased a townhouse at 5200 Bedlington Terrace, Alexandria, VA 22304; 703751-1368. Bob and Becky's home email has changed to suttonbb@earthlink.net and Bob's office email is robert.sutton@itt.com. Bob added that he, Steve Laabs and a few others took their annual fly fishing trip. This time to Michigan's Upper Peninsula on the Au Sable River. He said it was a great trip in a beautiful part of the United States.

Once again, I'm running out of material for our column. Please send me some updates on what you and other Classmates are doing. I'd like to continue to push the limits of our column space so keep those cards, letters, and emails coming. Don't forget digital photos (at least 300 dpi resolution and 2.5 inches wide) and hard copy photos. Until next month, as always BeatArmy\ Dennie

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Pres: Pete Gness 410-757-4796; e: pdg@mc.gov Sec'y: CDR Dave Anderson, USN (Ret.) 98-2039 P Kaahumanu Stt-eet, Aiea, HI 96701 e: daveand@planetcable.net Web Page: http://www.users.planetcable.net/daveand Here we are beginning another cycle. Sure, we celebrate the New Year in January but we all know that the cycle really begins in September. All the activities, which were put on hold for the summer, are now getting fired up again and, of course, the beginning of the school year is center stage. All the Mids are back at the Yard after a summer of fun and games and are picking out their favorite Plebe to run (or at least walk).

Please note Dave Anderson's new email address and amend your address books to reflect that.

Thanks.

It is a bit delayed because of the summer lead times but we are sad to report the death of a Classmate. Bob Shaw died of cancer on 11 June in Seattle. The following is a summary of an article that appeared in the Seattle Times.

Robert J. Shaw, an award winning Seattle tax and transaction lawyer who also taught at the Seattle branch of Golden Gate University, was "a leader in every sense of the terra," says the managing partner of his firra. "He had a national as well as regional reputation (and) was the kind of lawyer that other lawyers hire to answer their tax questions," said David Koopmans of Short Cressman & Burgess, where Mr. Shaw practiced for 25 years. "Tax rales and regulations are sober subjects for most people," Koopmans said. "But Mr. Shaw, with his enthusiasm, big smile and boyish ways, made them understandable and alraost fun." He won the titie "Washington Super Lawyer"fromthe Washington State Bar for 1998-99.

He was one of American Lawyer magazine's Best Lawyers in America and a Golden Gate Outstanding Faculty Meraber.

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"He was an intelligent raan, always reading," said his wife of 21 years, Oline Shaw of Bellevue.

"But he was also down to earth. He liked to sail or ski with the children. He had no airs about him.

He could go out on the street and talk to anybody."

Mr. Shaw earned a law degree from the University of Denver in 1974 and araaster'sin taxation law from New York University in 1975, the year he joined the Seattle firra.

Also surviving are children Scott Shaw of Tacoraa, Kelly Shaw, a University of Southem California student, and Robert M. Shaw of Bellevue; a sister, Marylou Shaw of Cranston, RI; and one grandchild.

On behalf of the entire Class of '65, we send our condolences to Bob's family and close friends. It seems as if Bob lived his life to the fullest.

This next item is a flashback to the previous issue of Shipmate. Because the length of the colunm exceeded the maximum allowable, a couple of photos were cut. We are including them with this month's colurrm. Somewhere nearby you will see two related photos taken on Doug Katz's boat in the Chesapeake. One shows Doug, Phil Ferrara, Skip Moyer and Dave-ster Anderson in the cockpit of the good admiral's canoe. The other adds beauties to the beasts. You will see Doug and Sharon Katz along with Ster and Judy Anderson.

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Saturday, 13 May 2000 on Rhode River anchorage off i Chesapeake Bay. L to r: Doug Katz, Phil Ferrara, Skip Moyer, and Dave Anderson Also included here are some photos ofthe usu^ suspects who attend the '65 luncheons at the Sheraton in D.C. These were taken at one of the luncheons earlier this year and show Mike Luecke, Jim Roorbach, Dave Mattox, Stan Carter, Dave Anderson, and Al Becker in one of the photos; and Tom Murphy, Ed Gray, Pat Martin, Fred Hufnagel, and Bill Hancock in another; and Pete Gness and Ed Geiger. Also attending that luncheon but not in the photo's were Hugh Thompson, Boh Andretta, Hugh Doherty, Dawes Richardson, and Jay Cheney.

Pete Gness and Ed Geiger at the '65 luncheon Jack Musitano sent a couple of electronic photos. Sent them along to Shipmate and hopefully they're here. First one shows the Rog, Spike Karalekas and Pat Donnelly at a Pep Rally in '63.

Second one shows Jim Savard and Pat Philbin on their Youngster Cmise.

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We've conducted both Superior Leadership and Professionalism award ceremonies. The first was conducted in Norfolk, VA, aboard GONZALEZ ( D D G 66) on 6 March. The Awardees were LTJG Daniel K. Neice, USNR, and ETl(SW) Robert L. Page, USN. LTJG Neice was cited for his contributions as auxiliary division officer and engineering officer of the watch. His citation reads:

Myrtie Beach golf outing This next item comes from a press release from The Washington Post announcing the promotion of Tim Nichols.

John Reiraers, president and chief operating officer of Corapass Aerospace, announced today the appointraent of Tiraothy B. Nichols to the position of senior vice president, sales and marketing. Mr. Nichols has over 25 years experience in marketing, sales and new business development in the aerospace industry. Most recently, he was with Allied Signal (now Honeywell) in various leadership roles, developing new markets for their aerospace products and services to commercial and general aviation and military customers. Prior to that. Mr. Nichols spent over 15 years with GE, developing global markets for their aircraft engines and aerospace products and three years with Computer Sciences Corporation as vice president marketing.

Mr. Nichols has a B.S. degree from the U.S. Naval Academy and two graduate degrees frora Massachusetts Institute of Technology, as well as executive development coursesfromWharton and Kellogg Business Schools.

Mr. Nichols will have offices in Cincinnati, Ohio and in Long Beach, CA. By way of announcement, CBS News is working on a four-part documentary series about the Vietnam War. It is being produced by CBS News Productions, and will air on the History Channel.

Each hour wUl feature critical battles as remembered by the participants who fought them, as well as the CBS News cortespondents, producers and cameramen who covered tliem. The actions that will be featured are Easter Offensive/Operation Linebacker, Operation Rolling Thunder, the fall and evacuation of Saigon. CBS had asked for any USNA grad involved in any of these actions to contact them but the deadline was back in June.

Skip Storey sent me the yellow page listing for Chris Manger's quite successful laser vision correction practice. He's been at it for 18 years in South Orange County, CA, at his Saddleback Eye Center there. You can also check out his practice's Web site at www.saddlebackeye.com.

Larry Eggert sent in a photo and note from Myrtle Beach, SC, from a golf outing there on 29 April. Left to right in the photo are Hap Hadd, Dave Vigrass, Matt D'Amico, Clem Meehan, Larry Eggert and Carl Spangler. This group of '65ers joined with a mixed group of golfoholics for a guy's only golf vacation. The group numbered 20 this year and they played courses in North Carolina, just north of the South Carolina state line. In past years they've played mostly Myrtle Beach courses. Several of this '65 group got together also with their wives for an annual cup toumament in Lancaster, PA. Received a news release also about Denny Neutze. Chadboume & Parke LLP, the intemational law firm announced in May that Denny Neutze is joining them as a partner, further strengthening the

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firm's growing London practice and global expansion. Dennis was previously a partner at Shook, Hardy and Bacon LLP and specializes in product liability litigation with particular emphasis on medical and scientific issues. Denny is qualified to practice law in England and Wales, the State of Maryland and in DC. He is a member of the British Institute of Intemational Comparative law, the Society of England and American Lawyers, the Society of English and Argentine Lawyers and the American Bar Association.

Denny eamed an LLM in intemational law from the London School of Economics in 1985 and an LLM in Intemational Law from George Washington University in 1979. He also holds an M.A. in international relations from Boston University (1974) and a J.D. with honors from the University of Maryland in 1970. Denny served in the Navy from 1965 to 1992 where he ultimately served as Commander on the U.S. Naval Investigative Service Area Command Europe, based in London.

That's it for this month. CU at our 35th, Dave and Fred

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Pres: VADM John S. Redd, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CDR Mike Baird, USN (Ret.) 63 Franklin St., AnnapoUs, MD 21401 e: baird@toad.net West Coast Sec'y: Robert G. Johnson Jr., Esq. 30131 Town Center Drive, Suite 147, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 Class Web site: www.usna66.org A Special Note of Thanks and Appreciation to our Friend, Mike Baird: It is impossible to count the thousands of hours over these past 15-plus years that you have given unselfishly as Class Secretary in support of both our Class Association and Class Foundation. You continue to be a key member of our Class Executive Committee, and you actively participate in the planning of every one of our Homecoming celebrations and Class Reunions.

You are truly a "special person" in the hearts of all of us! Thank you, Mike, for all you have done.

We all owe you a terrific debt of gratitude!

From all of your friends and Classmates in the Class of 1966, USNAAA Here we are in September already; one of my favorite months. Time to shake off the heat of summer and start thinking about the cool crisp air just around the comer. It's been a busy spring and summer and I have much to relate, so let's go.

Your dedication to duty and professionalism ensured that all main propulsion and auxiliary equipment aboard GONZALEZ operated at peak efficiency in support of operations during GONZALEZ' maiden deployment to the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas. As command legal officer, owing to your recognized legal expertise and your excellent mentoring abilities, you provided your shipmates with informative counseling and sound legal advice. Additionally, through your dedication and hard work, you qualified as engineering officer of the watch, officer of the deck (Underway), surface warfare officer, and command duty officer in an exceptionally short period of time. You are to be commended for your achievements aboard GONZALEZ. 1raoststrongly encourage you to continue to leam and hone your own skills while teaching and assisting your peers and subordinates.

ETl(SW) Page received his award for serving as the Communications Electronics Division leading petty officer. His citation reads: Your superb leadership skills, professional knowledge, and exceptional resourcefulness were cracial to GONZALEZ' combat and material readiness during her maiden deployment to the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas. While serving as GONZALEZ' Combat Systeras Officer of the Watch, your unmatched knowledge of GONZALEZ' complex combat systems suite was directly responsible for the successful firing of Tomahawk missiles in support of Operations Noble Anvil and Allied Force. Your peerless technical expertise and dedication to duty ensured GONZALEZ met all warfare mission area tasking on deployment and during inspection and certification of corabat systems.

You are to be comraended for your achievements aboard GONZALEZ. I most strongly encourage you to continue to leam and hone your own skills while teaching and assisting your peers and subordinates.

Classmate RADM Pierce Johnson presented awards. Ed Futch, Chuck Grutzius, Dick Helm, and Charlie Pfeifer also attended for the Class. The award ceremony was held following lunch in the Gonzalez Wardroom. Dick Helm was a big help in getting me the photos and reporting on the event.

His statement was that the weather was a lot better this time; we weren't dodging hurricanes and the podium was in no danger of becoming airbome.

Many thanks to Dick and all Classmates who participated.

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ETl(SW) Page receives '66 Leadership Award The next set of awards was conducted aboard HUE CITY (CG-66). The awardees were LTJG Kenneth D. Anderson, USN, and EWl(SW) Gregory A. Smith, USN. LTJG Anderson received his award for his accomplishments as the ship's fire control officer. His citation reads: You have been a recognized and valued leader in both the wardroom and on the deckplates. Your exceptional organizational skills, professionalism, and dedication proved indispensable in the highly successful execution of four AEGI/CEC underway testing events, and the BALTOPS '99 and UNITAS cruises. You have been a comerstone of HUE CITY'S underway watchstanding cadre, raost notably as an underway officer ofthe deck, where your skills were officially recognized as HUE Crrv's Junior Officer Shiphandler of the Year for 1999. Your superior leadership, professionalism, and tactical acumen have set the standard for your peers to emulate. You have established yourself as a front-mnning junior officer, and I encourage you to continue your personal professional growth, while sharing your knowledge with your peers and mentoring your juniors.

EWl Srruth's citation reads: As HUE CTTY'S SRA coordinator, your superb networking skills, comprehensive shipboard knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail contributed directly and significantly to the timely and successful completion of a reduced availability period. During this period, you led your division personnel to an impressive 100 percent advancement rate. Your exceptional efforts in assisting your shipmates eam their Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist qualification will be a lasting legacy aboard this ship. Your contributions to HUE CITY, reflected in your selection as Sailor of the Quarter for the Fourth Quarter 1999, serves as a lasting reminder that leadership and professionalism remain the hallmark of today's Navy. I encourage you to continue your personal professional growth while sharing your knowledge with your peers and mentoring your juniors.

Classmates Bob Zvacek and Tom Blount enjoyed a tertific day aboard HUE CITY on 5 June on HUE CITY'S dependents cruise. Bob and Tom made the award presentations during the cruise. Due to the timing of the event (short notice, Monday, all day craise), only Bob and Tom were able to participate.

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GONZALEZ awardees and attending Classmates 33766, or email. All Florida Classmates wiU be notified automatically, and non-Florida residents are always welcome, but need to make their interest known. Pete also included some photos to commemorate the event. Thanks, Pete.

EWl(SW) Smith Receives '66 Leadership Award

HUE CrrY awardees and attending Classraates Congratulations from the Class to all the recipients, and many thanks to Pierce, Tom, and Bob for officiating, and to those Classmates who were able to represent the Class. Chuck Grutzius also gets recognition for his unselfish giving of time to get the award letters copied on to parchment, get them signed, and get the checks cut for the recipients.

Well done to all.

Once again it is my sad duty to report the death of a Classmate. Vernon M. "Tony" Morgan, died in May. The cause of death is not known. Tony was a real estate developer in Dallas, Denver, and most recently in Houston, TX. His mother, Helen Morgan; sister, Helen Johnson; brother. Dr. Joe Morgan; his stepson. Heath Arshan, and five nieces and nephews and their families survive him. A Last Call article will be in the October Shipmate. On behalf of the Class I extend our best wishes and prayers to Tony's loved ones.

Pete Leniart (pleniart@aol.com) reported on the annual Florida Comearound. The sixth annual event was held in Tampa on 20 May. A small, but spirited group included Mary and Bill Johnson (Winterhaven), Eliott and Mike Smith (Tampa), Jane and Peter Leniart (Clearwater), Anne and Herschel Hughes (Orlando), Cindy and Bob Zvacek (Jacksonville), Marion and Ron Buschbom (Ft. Meyers), and Mary and Denny Zveare (St. Augustine). Bob Zvacek won the Tecumseh lookalike contest, while Jane Leniart blew away the field in the Beat Army raspberry event. Mary and Denny Zveare were voted cutest couple. Pete says that anyone wishing to get in on the fun next year should contact him at P.O. Box 15824, Clearwater, FL

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Florida come around. May 2000 ing of whenever two or three shall meet... Andy noticed a big star sapphire ring on a fellow attendee at a Seattle meeting. It turned out to be Pete Bamum '63, who was a Firstie in Art and Andy's old 21st Company. Small world. Andy also provided a picture of Art and him. Thanks, Andy. Hope the new career goes well.

Art Abel and Andy Sosnicky Steve Kowalick continues to fight, and make progress. He sent me the following email in June: Yesterday's visit with the prosthetics types at Walter Reed Army Medical Center didn't go well.

The new high-tech feet fit, but they were tight. I couldn't even feel that I had them on. They're made oftitaniumand carbon fiber but the swelling in the left leg caused the tightness. They did not want to grind down the inside of the legs to make thera fit. They put rae on Lasix (that's the stuff they give race horses to urinate), told me to keep my legs elevated for another two weeks, and wear high compression stockings. Next try is 27 June. If all goes well, I'll be walking again by 1 July. I was not a happy camper when I left the doctors' offices at Walter Reed AMC. The van search is another effort of futility and frastration.

They're either too expensive or they have been ran hard with lots of mileage and no warranties.

Last week I was ready to chuck it all, refund the money, and never drive again. I had a car accident with me driving. First accident ever for me.

We were going to Wilkes Barre, PA, to lay wreaths on our relatives' graves and were three miles frora the cemetery when I rear-ended a young lady.

Nobody got a scratch. I wasn't even cited but the air bags activated. Quite an experience. Dolly's Honda had to be towed away. $6K in damages.

Other gal drove her car away. Police gave us a lift to the cemetery. You should have seen the heads roll when we entered the cemetery with two cop cars as ourride.My next door neighbor drove three hours to pick us up and get us home by nightfall.

We were saying the rosary when the accident happened. Cops said I should get back behind the wheel ASAP. Easier said than done. Finally did it on Thursday last. Sarae day, I received notice frora VA that I had been approved for 100 percent disability. It only took a year of decision. It's a tax Shipmate, September 2000

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So they decrease your retireraent amount monthly by the VA monthly araount. With the notification came paperwork for the VA to issue me an $8K one time payment for the purchase of a van. Additionally, they'll take care of installing only all the controls, lift, etc. and modify my horae as necessary. I submitted the paperwork for the $8K. Nobody can tell me how long it will take. USAA paying for the repairs to the Honda. Joe McFann and Dolly and I have searched Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C. Tomorrow we hit Virginia and next week we hit West Virginia. The remainingraoniesfrorathe golf outing ($22K) sit in the bank awaiting expenditure.

Joe wanted me to take all the monies in my name only last week. I said no. I wanted two-raan control on the funds at all tiraes so that no one, including IRS, could corae at us like I know they can and will. That's where we stand Classraates!

The power wheelchair is a God-send around the house, yard, and in town. I made it a point to get around town in it so the locals could see what their portion of the golf monies provided forrae.They loved it when I showed up at the Lions Club yard sale for two days and gave freeridesto the youngsters six and under. Went trout fishing last Sunday. Fishedfromthe chair into a creek/dara. Nailed two "keepers" and 20 minutes later hit the big one.

Played him for 20 minutes with 20 locals egging, cheering, and offering advice. 15 feet from shore and in sight of all, he executed oneraoregetaway maneuver and won. Broke ray eight pound test line. Everyone bemoaned the fact that I lost 'em.

Not rae. Just being able to get out was all I ever wanted. Thanks guys. I'll keep you posted as the ups and downs continue. I'll try to not let (thera) get rae down.

As a side note to Steve's message, Joe McFann, who's been organizing the fundraiser for Steve, sent me a note providing the total donations to the golf toumament were $33,538. Expenses totaled $6,607, which left $26,931 to use for a wheelchair and van.

Thanks to Joe, and hang in there Steve.

So that wraps up another month. Hope to see many of you at Homecoming, and start planning to attend the 35th Reutuon now. Until October, all the bestâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Mike!

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Pres: CDR David E. Church, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: LCOL Jim McNeece, USMC (Ret.) 4832 Solomon Dr., Annandale, VA 22003-4041 h: 703-425-1380; f: 703-425-5073 (call before faxing) e: SCRIBE67@AOL.COM The Class of 1967 Induction Day Picnic was held on 11 June 2000 in a location considerably more elegant than that under the trees on Hospital Point!

Diane and John Ryan opened their home, Buchanan House (a.k.a. The Supe's House) to us. I don't know what the final head count tumed out to be, but the RSVP list showed that 71 Classmates plus 77 guests (not counting John and Diane) intended to attend. There were a bunch of us there! It was a beautiful day, but hot. There was a tent in the garden, but most of us spent our time inside on the air-conditioned second floor. Two beer and wine bars and a dessert table were set up there. It was definitely a step up from the Igloo coolers set out in the grass. As you may recall, the house has just undergone renovation, and a wonderful renovation it was, too. It's a beautiful place. It was strange, but still not strange, to be in that house and feel like you were in the home of a friend. Maybe it says something about the officers that are chosen to be superintendent. I haven't received any photos or tales from anybody else, but I took a couple of pictures that were keepers. I couldn't resist the one showing the Supe's house under the Class banner.

The other shows Elizabeth McQuinn '00, Dale McQuinn, Sid Mohsberg, Ted Herring, Rene Chicoine (I think), and Norb Ryan. Unfortunately, I missed the shot of the day with the Supe on the business end of a spatula flipping burgers. Even he will need to move on to another job someday, but I'm hoping that's well in the future because John gets credit for the quote of the day: "As long as I'm the Supe, this picnic will be here." So.. .start to think about blocking a weekend in June 2001 for the picnic. My totally unauthorized guess is we'll try to get it closer to our 26 June Induction Day, but watch for it. This is an event not to miss!

Late note: I just talked to Dave Church on the phone. He and Charlotte missed the picnic because of Alumni Association business out of town, and in their words, were "just sick about it." And he wants to thank Dick Meade, Ron Brino, and me for making it happen. On behalf of the three of us, I accept his thanks, but you all must understand that all we did was execute a plan in place (and really all I did to do my part was show up and eat my quota of burgers). Dave and Charlotte put it together from the Class of '67 side, and John and Diane were gracious hosts and handled the hard logistical part...and let us not forget the credit due John's staff: they were super! I'm really looking forward to the next one!

The day before the picnic on 10 June, a group of us attended Jim "Poopie" Schear's retirement in Memorial Hall. It was a great occasion. I guess we all knew what a gregarious sort Poopie is, but to see Mem. Hall filled with his friends was a fitting tribute to him. However, it is my duty to report that there is some evidence that he fell victim to a high level conspiracy: the ceremony itself was hosted

by John Ryan, superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy; he was awarded a citation signed by Rich Mies, commander, U.S. Strategic Command; his retirement order was signed by Norb Ryan, chief

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of Naval Personnel. What did these heavy hitters fear from the Pooper? Even in the face of all this firepower Poopie fought to the last. As he was piped over the side through the lines of sideboys composed of his Classmates in attendance, he stopped stock stiU, exclaimed, "I've changed my mind!" did a proper about face, and marched back into the astonished hall. He strode to the front of the room, offered his arm to his wife, Sharon, and the two of them shared departure honors. What a way to go!

And yet another announcement came in. The President has nominated Navy VADM Robert J. Natter for appointment to the grade of admiral with assignment as commander, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, Norfolk, VA. When he was appointed. Bob was serving as deputy chief of Naval Operations for Plans, Policy, and Operations, N3/N5. Another BZ! Congratulations, Bob. What was it I said last month about members of the Class holding really key positions in the leadership of the Navy and the Marine Corps? It continues!

I talked to Belinda and Tom Scheber briefly at the 1-Day picnic. Tom's working at Los Alamos and is hosting 12 Midshipmen as research associates at the lab this summer. They are doing fine after overcoming initial apprehension because of the terrible fires there this spring. Tom said it has totally altered the area.

Bob O'Rourke sent the following: As you know, a number of our Class served in the 27tii Marines in 1968. After 32 years, the 1st Battalion of the 27th held a reunion in Washington over Memorial Day. J.J. O'Brien, Roger Charles, Dennis Lister and I were the USNA rifle platoon leaders in attendance, along with an inspired group of other platoon leaders with whom we had all gone to Basic School. Many of the troops were there, along with the corapany commanders. We paid tribute to our fallen, including Al Kettner, who was killed on 13 April 1968 while leading his platoon in an assault near Hue. There were a number of severely wounded Marines at the reunion, and their example of courage in overcoming disabilities is inspiring. There were not too raany dry eyes at the Sunday memorial service during which we honored the 109 Marines killed in the battalion during a seven-month period in '68. We had 663 Purple Hearts during that tirae.

We all had a special treat in talking with Mike Williams at the Marine Barracks Sunset Parade, where he was the reviewing officer. Mike is heading for the assistant commandant's job and a fourth star it seeras, subject to confirmation. Mike's humor doesn't seem to have mellowed with the years, and we are all proud to have known him when!

Played golf with Mike Cathey in Quantico.

He's doing great. He had set a goal of playing 18 holes each day over the weekend, but he was rescued by the rain.

All the best to '67.

Bob's living in Rockwall, TX. I hear from him every now and again, but a guy I'd never heard from before was Al Guhl (crazyal@mindspring.com).

Some of you may recall he left us in Second Class Year. Al's one of the folks who has gotten themselves back in contact through our Web site. He's working on another reunion of a battalion of the 27th Marines and sent this:

I've had several email exchanges with Al, and "Mac" might be Mac McCormack, but I haven't been able to locate him, yet. Al has also given me a rundown on himself and a bit of M/3/27 history.

I'll have that in next month's column since I'm waiting for the photo that goes with it.

Had another short note from Ike Ambrose. He said he'd had a call from Barbara Bell '83, the new Navy officer in charge at the consulate in Melbourne. She's there with her husband Andy Kirschbaum, a Kings Point grad. Ike said they'd gotten together and had quite a good time over lunch just catching up on things. She was an NFO and now is taking care of consulate duties in the services area. She located Ike because of the photo Dave Church took from his trip with the Alumni Association. Ike also said he has grandchild number four on the way and guesses he's in Australia "pretty much for the duration" as he put it. I think I can understand that. I'm coming to understand that grandchildren somehow have a strange hold over grandparents. I have friends who wouldn't move out of the county to avoid being separated from grandkids, and Ike's talking about a different hemispherel

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410-263-4448 Shipmate forwarded a piece to me. It's pretty cool! It's a photo of Jack Mumaw '64 presenting a 20-year pin to Lou Balestra at United Airlines Chicago Flight Operations. The accompanying letter (signed by RADM Jack Mumaw, USNR (Ret.), and CAPT Lou Balestra, USNR (Ret.),) says: Both are Captains for United Airlines. This situation is unique in that these two met in 1963 when Jack was assigned as Lou's Firstie. The two have kept in close touch over the years, and according to Jack, it is because Lou still needsraoreguidance in staying out of harm's way.

Jack Mumaw is aflightmanager at the Chicago flight office (he has always had it in him according to Lou) and Lou Balestra is a line pilot and a past officer for the Airline Pilots' Union.

The 3d Bn, 27th Marines, I stMarDiv(Rein) that served together in Vietnam is having a reunion in Philadelphia this year. One gap remaining, at least in Mike Co. of 3/27, is the name of the original in-country 3rd platoon leader, a USNA '67 meraber I can only remeraber as "Mac"... All I remember is "Mac" and I'ra sure he was a southerner.

He was about 5'8" or a bit taller and always had a big smile. He was WIA just after we got in country and did not retum to the battalion.

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Dave Church saw the letter and said that Lou's name came up in a conversation he'd had over dinner in Buddy's in downtown Annapolis with Classmate Terri and Ron Holcombe (who were visiting AnnapoUs from Phoenix, AZ). Seems Ron was the #1 pole-vaulter on the Navy track team and Lou came from no-experience novice Plebe year to #2 just behind Ron our First Class year!

You know, sometimes things come into my mailbox that have a grain of truth to them.. .but old gullible me can't always find the line where that grain ends. So I'm just going to relate the itfformation and let the collective wisdom of this great Class sort it out. It concerns the 'Tecumseh Cup" golf toumament. You may remember the hoopla last year...or not! That well-known sports promoter.

Bob Havasy, is behind it. His note: Jim—^Just a short note on our toumament. It gets bigger every time...Bob Thompson (28th Co.), who has his own marketing company and handles Mercedes-Benz in golf tournaments, has agreed to act as our agent in promoting, merchandising and TVrights.He is trying to get Mercedes-BenzNorth America as the toumament sponsor.

I'll keep you informed about the results. Look for us on the Golf Channel!

Bob also included a press release aUegedly from the office ofthe governor ofthe Commonwealth of Virginia under the banner "Wfe Won Golf's Trifecta."

Gov. James "Happy" Gilmore is pleased to announce that the Commonwealth of Virginia has won the "hotly-contested" battle to host the 2nd Annual Tecumseh Cup, the nation's newest biannual Golf event putting the 20th Company "Baggers" (the defending champions) against the 33rd Company "Ain't-So Amazin' Mets."

The Tecuraseh Cup will be held at Williamsburg, VA, in September 2000 with the final match being played on the River Course at Kingsmill, the horae ofthe PGA Michelob Championship.

Hosting the Tecuraseh Cup, the PGA Michelob Championship and the President's Cup (U.S.A. vs. the Rest of die World in late October) is raaking us think about changing our State motto to "Virginia is for golfer's."

Looks like there was considerable active participation by the Class in the graduation of the Class of '00. Jane Smith Wolcott, widow of Mike Smith, presented MIDN 1/C Daniel Wayne Hudson '00 with the Class of 1967 CAPT Michael J. Smith, USN Award at the Prizes and Awards Ceremony in Alumni Hall. This award is presented to that Midshipman ofthe graduating class, who is judged by the chairman of the aerospace engineering department to be the outstanding student, based on academic, athletic and leadership achievement, in the astronautics track of the aerospace engineering major.

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Joy and Rick Purnell, Mama and Dale McQuinn, Sandy and Ted Verdery attended as well. Dale and Mama's daughter Elizabeth won several prizes and awards and graduated fifth in the class. Ted and Sandy sponsored MIDN 1/C Jonathan Cerritos '00, who graduated first in the class, won 13 prizes and awards, and was the outstanding Trident Project Scholar. Other names you'll recognize: John Ryan, superintendent and host; Dave Vetter, dean of admissions; Dave Davis, NAAA, and proud father of Glenn Davis '00; and Dave Church.

Dave received the following from Bill Gautier.

This must have been a great day!

I had the pleasure of watching as the late CAPT Mike Sraith, USN, coramand pilot of the CHALLENGER, was honored in front of 250,000 people at the Lowes Speedway on Meraorial Day. Jane Sraith Wolcott, Mike's widow, and Scott Smith, Mike's son, were there to represent Mike, and the Navy, and to be honored as part ofthe Fallen Corarades Ceremony. Jane is now married to Dix Wolcott.

Jane, Scott, and Jane's parents, Alice and Dick Jarrell, and the other honorees received a great VIP tour and lunch. We observed some great military demonstrations including: the Army's Golden Knights Parachute Team; flyovers by Navy and Air Force jets; simulated borabing strikes on plywood targets in the infield; and heloflybysby the Navy, Army, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Everyone watching got credit for a joint tour.

The names of the servicemen being honored were read aloud, along with a brief statement of their sacrifice and the families of the servicemen were introduced. Jane and Scott, representing the Navy, presented an F-18 patch that was placed in the Navy racecar There was a 21 Gun salute to our fallen comrades, singing of "Amazing Grace," and the "Star Spangled Banner." It was a magnificent day for the military in front of a very patriotic audience.

Everyone was standing as theflagwentfromhalfstaff to full staff, and the jets in the missing man forraation roared overhead. A fitting tribute to our fallen shipmate.

By the way: Jane has been instramental, along with the other CHALLENGER family members, in helping establish CHALLENGER Centers around England and the U.S. to help educate school age children on the importance of space flight. Information on this non-profit corporation can be obtained at www.challenger.org.

If you've been on the Class Web site, you've probably noticed the "Lost Souls" page. Well, we're finding several through that medium, and a high proportion of them are guys that were with us on 26 June 1963, but not on 7 June 1967. The Class of '67 is publicly reaching out to non-grads and they're reaching back. You read about Al Guhl above.

Marty McKnight, who left in July 1964, checked in from Tulsa, OK. Peter Koch signed in with the following note to Dick: I'm a lost soul on the list of non-graduates.

Something moved me to look on the Web to see what might be there for USNA Class of '67 from which I departed (1st Corapany) voluntarily in the early summer of '65. I transferred to the University of Michigan and graduated in Dec. 1966 with a B.S. in physics. (All those engineering and science courses at the Academy helped me get lots of transfer credits and graduate a semester early.)

Subsequently I went to Yale University to get a Ph.D. in physics in August 1974. I taught there for sorae years and moved to Stony Brook in 1982, where I'm professor of physics. I teach andrana research laboratory with my associates and Ph.D. students.

My wife, Nancy, and I have two children.

Amanda (bom 1982) graduates frora high school in a few weeks and will go to the University of

Richmond. Nathan (bom .1985) wil; graduate iiorn 9th grade. He's a lacrosse nut (Long island is ia crosse heaven, just like Maryland) and helps to jog my memory to recall Jimmy Lewis '66 at the Academy, who, as I recall, some sportswriter of the time in Baltimore called the greatest lacrosse player ever to pick up a stick.

I would appreciate getting the password that will allow me to access the email list for '67. It's been many years, but I'd enjoy contacting a few of ray former rooramates and Classmates from '67. My two years 13 days at USNA did a lot forrae.I still marvel at the things I leamed aboutrayselfwhen 1 was a bratty young kid going straight from high school to the reality check of a (real) Plebe Summer (67's on the stack; 65's in the rack!) and Plebe Year. Youngster Year is more of a blur now.

Best regards to you and the others of '67.

Stories like this pique my curiosity about where all the non-grads wound up.. .as a matter of fact; it piques my curiosity about where all the grads wound up! Give me a ring, send an email, or (heaven forbid!) pick up a pencil and piece of paper. There are many not-so-lost souls out there who really need to be heard from. Your Classmates want to know!

Let's see...what else. The Slummers met again in June at the Army-Navy Country Club with a half dozen or so of the usual crowd. Lew Madden dropped in. He works for Lockheed Martin in Sunnyvale, CA, but has a house at Lake Tahoe. He said if anybody wants to ski, come on down!

And for you football fans: here's the tailgate theme schedule for the 2000 football season: 2 Sept—Temple: Mexican—hot food, hot weather—hot damn Night Game\ 30 Sept—TCU: Italian—special plan in the works as I write in July.

21 Oct— Rutgers: Soups and Stews—could be a bit nippy by now—pray for crisp football weather!

(Traditional post-game Class Homecoming Dinner somewhere in town—still TBA in July, watch this space and check the Web site).

28 Oct—Toledo: Pacific Rim—This is a test of your creativity—What is a Pacific Rim and what do they eat there, anyway? (Charlotte wants everyone to know this was Dave's idea!)

18 Nov—Walce Forest: Bar-B-Q your own meat— fire provided to keep us warm.

I've ran on long enough. I've hit the max on word count, but the good news is I have material left over to start next time.. .See you at the ball games! 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 Cort 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 In June I received the sad news from the Alumni Association that Bill "Wombat" Bast, ofthe 19th Company, was killed in a hit-and-ran incident in Moreno Valley, CA, on 11 June. Please see this issue's Last Call for more information. As I researched details surtounding Bill's time at the Academy and later years following retirement and transition to a new career, I was strack by the uniformity of the comments I received from Classmates and 121

colleagues. All remembered Bill as a good-natured, fun-loving, and loyal friend.

Since his retirement from the Navy as a naval aviator. Bill was serving as a "detection systems specialist" at the U.S. Customs Service's Air-Marine Interdiction Coordination Center at March Air Force Base. This facility integrates air and marine operations employing the forces of the U.S. Customs Service, other federal law-enforcement agencies, and U.S. military forces involved in combating drug, illegal-migrant, and other contraband smuggling. Perhaps the comment by Bill's supervisor best expresses how everyone feels about his loss: "Bill was an extremely dedicated professional who enjoyed life to the fullest. Bill will be missed by his coworkers and friends for a very long time."

I spoke with Moreno Valley Police Lt. Koehler in late June and was told that the suspect in the hitand-ran crime responsible for Bill's death has not been apprehended. "We believe he has left the country," Koehler said, "but we have the support of the Customs Service and the FBI's Fugitive Task Force.

I am optimistic that he will be apprehended, but it might take some time." Speaking for the Class of 1968, we certainly hope this apprehension occurs sooner rather than later.

Classmates wishing to express their condolences directly to Bill's father or his two sons may obtain his address off our Class Homepage (www.usna68.com) by checking the "Class News" department. Dave Tyler is posting my column directly to the Wardroom and Class News areas, so you now have the opportunity to stay abreast of news and information in a more timely way. He also inserts links to the color photography accompanying each month's column. Thanks to you, Dave, for this great information service for our Class.

In last month's column I noted that our new twostar RADM Jay Cohen relieved Paul Gaffney as the chief of Naval Research. We mustered a splendid tumout of more than 50 Classmates for the ceremony on 7 June.

Paul was presented with the Distinguished Service Medal by the vice chief of naval operations for his "exceptionally meritorious service" from July 1996 while serving in a number of positions associated with the Department of the Navy's Naval Research, Test, and Evaluation Functions. He was cited for "visionary leadership" in directing a $1.5 billion program to ensure naval warfighter requirements will be met well into the 21st century.

Paul also ploughed new ground in overseeing Marine Corps requirements as the first deputy commandant (science and technology). Way to go, Paul and Jay. Congratulations and best wishes to you both.

One week after Paul's relief. Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen announced that President Clinton nominated Paul for appointment to the grade of vice admiral with assignment as president.

National Defense University, Washington, D.C. June was the occasion for another moving ceremony, this time at the initiative of LtGen Jack Klimp, the deputy chief of staff for manpower and reserve affairs at Headquarters Marine Corps. Jack invited Jim Webb to take the salute at the historic 8th and 1 Marine Corps Bartacks in Washington, D.C. Jack and Jim were joined by fellow Marine MajGen Terry Murray and other Classmates and friends from the local area.

Jack Klirap and Jira Webb chat before the evening tattoo and pass in review at 8th and I on 9 June Characteristically and in his own inimitable style, Jim shared the honor of accepting the salute with 13 of the enlisted infantrymen who served with him in Vietnam. In brief remarks during the reception that preceded the evening's tattoo, Jim again reiterated a theme he has articulated repeatedly through the years. The nation should reconsider and honor the record of courage and sacrifice displayed by our Vietnam veterans. Jim's command of the facts surtounding the Marines' performance in Vietnam dispels the stereotypes, bum gouge, and myths still prevalent in many sectors of our society. Perhaps the Marine announcer at the tattoo made the most eloquent statement in this regard during his introduction of our former secretary of the Navy. He told the large public turnout that Jim Webb and his fellow Marines honored at "8th and I" shared 22 Purple Hearts between them. Right on, Jim, and hat's off for a magtuficent gesture of caring leadership.

Jira Webb, Jack Klimp, and Jim's fellow Marines from the Vietnam War take the salute at 8th and I By the way, for those of you who wish to add to your "Jim Webb" reading file, he has a great Home page on the Intemet listing curtent and past activities, the text of speeches and published articles, and other useful information. Check it out at: www.jameswebb.com.

Late last spring I received a wonderfully informative letter from Bamaby Ruhe enclosing an announcement of a retrospective of his art at the Open Space Gallery in Allentown, PA. Few members of our Class—or the combined Alumni of the Naval Academy, West Point, or USAF Academy for that matter—can match Bamaby's interdiscipUnary (and intergalactic) experiences and accompUshment in the naval service, science, history, language, poetry, art, music, teaching, journalism, long-distance ranning, and boomerang throwing. Yes, the boomerang! Bamaby, you may recall, was the captain and coach of the World Champion U.S. Boomerang Team. Some of his "mega" marathons, by the way, entail distances of 60 miles for you jogging enthusiasts. Bamaby finds that the longer distances lead to clearer thinking and creativity. (I had to be satisfied with the eyeball Uberty during my fundraising efforts at the recent "Race for the Cure" ran in D.C.—en route to the Guinness Book of Records as the largest 5K in the world with 69,000 participants!)

Bamaby received his Ph.D. from New York University in 1989. He has had more than 20 solo exhibitions of his art through the years. He has been on the faculty of New York University since 1996, and he also lectures at the Allentown Art Museum in Pennsylvania. He recounts that his unlikely art career actually began at the Naval Academy at the end of Plebe Year. Stuck in Sick Bay with the flu.

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he spent a "glorious" week sketching. By 1968, he had compiled 3,000 drawings. I met Bamaby in 1974 during mutual history-teaching assignments at the Naval Academy. He had just completed his second tour of Vietnam duty—his first exhibition of 300 portraits of war-weary GIs took place in Saigon in 1972. The melodic sounds of Bamaby's cello—echoing "after h o u r s " from his office in Sampson Hall—still ring beautifully in my mind!

Great work, Bamaby—keep charging! It would be wonderful for those of you in the Allentown, PA, area to drop by to see the proof of B a m a b y ' s artistic talent for yourselves.

Bamaby Ruhe and a very limited selection of his art That will close out my column for this month.

The growing inputs to my monthly column have been gratifying—and make my life as our Class scribe and scribbler far more enjoyable! Keep ' e m coming!

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Pres: CAPT Edwin "Steve" Potts, U S N R Vice Pres: F.H. "Mike" Michaelis Sec'y: A.L. "Al" Cipriani Treas: Steve Ward h: 703-864-1775; w: 703-620-2279 Cort Sec'y: Dr. Steve Hudock 6006 Woodlake Lane, Alexandria, VA 22310 e: shudock@erols.com The academic year is well underway and 2004 is wide-eyed with the organizational challenges of Plebe Year. Football season is again upon us and Big Blue looks like they'll have a good year.

Our nomadic chaplain. Norm Brown reported in for the first time since his retirement last spring and has been doing well: On 4 June (31 st anniversary of our graduation) I was installed as the co-pastor of Avery Street Christian Reformed Church on (no surprise) Avery Street, in South Wmdsor, CT. This is a rapidly growing church in a rapidly growing area of Connecticut. Past chairman of Avery St. Church's Long-Range Planning Committee and one of their elders is ray old roommate, Steve Josephson. So it's good to be together again, though we've each got new roommates. In addition to Steve and Marianne being at my installation. Sue and Glenn Whaley surprised us by driving up from Annapolis. Great fun. This is close to families (my faraily homestead in northem Rhode Island and Ruth's in southem Maine), as well as to one of our three kids. Amy (26), who lives in Quincy, MA. Her older sister Carrie (28) is married to LT Mark Ludovico '91. Mark's resigning his comraission and they hope to move to Nebraska in the fall.

Youngest son, Tom, graduated Maine Maritime Academy on 6 May and is living and working in the D.C. area. Most importantly, after 24 years of active duty, interrupted by four years of seminary and three years of a pastorate in Michigan, Miss

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Ruth is looking forward to finding her home and settiing down indefinitely. That's our story for now.

Thanks for taking care of tilings. Blessings, Norm Thanks for taking the time to share with us Norm, and bless ' e m all in Connecticut, particularly those in at tiie SUBASE in Groton!

Just before he left on the "Big Ride," Dennis Bussey provided a moving tribute: Dear Classmates, The Big Ride across America begins nine days from today, and I wanted to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank all of you who have helped bring this eftort to this point. Your help has corae in raany forms. 160 of you made donations to the American Lung Association. Many have given me your best wishes. Some of you are praying for rae. Others think I'm nuts for doing this. (That one is still open to debate.) Many of you sent messages via me to ray Classraate David Grove. This courageous and wonderful raan is fighting the battle with ALS (Lou Gherig's disease) in Greensboro, NC. David has allowed me the privilege of riding in his honor.

I have done everything I could think of to prepare myself for this adventure. While I worked at it sporadically before, I began the serious part of ray physical training on 9 April. After a 20 miler with lots of hills, my legs were sore and stiff, and I realized I had a long way to go in getting ready.

I have been reminded what a magnificent machine our bodies are, and by consistentiy pushing a little harder and a little longer it will adapt and allow you to push to yet a higher level. This is trae, I have leamed, even if the body has been around for 54 years. This progress was interrapted on 18 April when I had a violent and scary over-thehandle-bars helmet first into-a-rock at 15-raph crash. My helmet was shattered with the plastic cover in several pieces and the Styrofoara-type inside sraashed out of shape. I was never unconscious, but I iramediately knew my neck was hurt.

That one eamed me a trip to the emergency room at the Navy Hospital where, after lots of x-rays and evaluation by a neurosurgeon, I walked out with a big bottie of Motrin and the diagnosis, "Mild neck sprain. No apparent permanent daraage." Of course I wish it had not happened, but somehow I felt very lucky. Lessons leamed: 1. Slow down, especially on curves in the rain. It is not a race. 2.

Keep the rabber part of the bicycle on the pavement. I have since fully recovered frora the accident and have avoided further injuries or pains.

The concept of fund raising was very distasteful to rae, and I therefore came close to never starting this venture. This was counterbalanced by my belief that the Big Ride is a most worthy cause and an opportunity for me to make a difference.

One day I just buried the negative stuff in a corner of my mind and decided to "Just do it." My earliest attempts to raise raoney were met with some derision. The last thing I wanted was to feel like the unwelcorae Araway salesraan at the faraily reunion, but that is what was happening. I persevered and continued to try every tactic I could think of. Everything changed the day David Grove allowed me to ride in his honor. Suddenly I discovered that given the opportunity, many people will take action when it gets personal. David really touched us with the result that so many opened up both their hearts and their checkbooks and wanted to become part of this. 1 reraeraber well sitting down in Febraary with a friend bemoaning that I wasn't sure I would ever raise "even a nickel." On 2 June my donor account went over the $14,000 level. We have doubled the minimum amount required to participate.

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My Classraates from tiie Na^•ai ,\-;adei;;y, Naval Academy Alumni Association and Georgia Tech Alumni have been particularly giving. I graduated from both schools. One of the neatest things to rae is that Naval Academy Classmates will be with rae at the start in Seattle on 19 June, at the finish on 5 August in Washington, D.C, and to accompany me 7 August in delivering the raessages to David in Greensboro. This certainly is a "Class Act." So much has gone into the preparation for this.

I am ready and very excited to get going. This next part raay sound strange, but it is true. The other event in ray lifetime which comes close to the anticipation and excitement I ara facing goes back to 1969 just before 1 deployed to Vietnam with the Seabees. This tirae I'm expecting a friendlier reception along the way.

1 hope that you too can feel a little part of that excitement. You deserve it because of the role you have played in supporting this worthy cause. I ara not alone. 1 will ride with the spirit and strength of you all. I can feel it; I really can. Thank you and bless you. Dennis Bussey 2000 Big Rider #2199

Ron and Dennis R o n B a r r o w and family saw D e n n i s off in Seattle on 19 June. He arrived in D.C. on 5 August tired and trim and was welcomed by a cadre of local '69rs who kept abreast of the progress through Pat Stroop's emails from Dennis and watching the Big Ride Web site. BZ Dennis!

In his first note to Shipmate in 31 years, Kevin Clancy decided to share the results of his photographic prowess exercised at the 30th Reunion where he and Mike Rose, Larry Thomson, Ollie Boucher, Rich Bulger, Jim Harris, and Jim Kirby posed as attending representatives ofthe '69 Division of Continental AirUnes (missing was Barry Amos). Another photo taken at the great Navy win over Army of 1999 included Kevin, Rich Bulger again and Kevin's younger brother, Dion Clancy '72, all celebrating the victory and Dion's 50th birthday. A third picture evidences the "lets go visit Polly and Jim Ellis" trip to Naples, Italy, reported on last month. Here we find Jim and Kevin atop Mt. Vesuvius with Jerry O'Donnell, George Gordon, and Tom Cavanaugh at the 12,000-foot 32nd Company Reunion. Jim, reportedly the featured speaker at August's Tailhook convention in Reno, NV, is still enjoying his tour as C i n C U S N a v E u r and CinCAfSouth. The last picmre depicts Marjorie and Steve Abbott '66 and Dawn and Kevin in the kitchen at the Villa d'Ellis. Kevin and Steve were in VA-27 on ENTERPRISE for their first squadron tours.

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Ed and Joan Wallace A reminder: The NA-69 Class Nominating Committee announced the following nominations for this year's board of directors elections to serve from 1 December '00 to 30 November '03: Secretary: Al Cipriani, Todd Creekman, and Wayne Moore.

At-Large Director: Bill Conkle, Mike Salewski, and Mike Strand.

Biographies, ballots, and bills will be mailed prior to the Homecoming annual meeting for use by all (dues-paid) '69 Foundation Members.

That's a wrap for the '69 Mail Bag. Please keep the notes, emails, and pictures, etc. coming. See you at the tailgates maybe...Beat Army—Steve

rm.' y ^ . ^ ^ ^ 1 L to r: Kevin and Dawn Clancy, and Marjorie and Steve Abbott '66 In the emerging changes category, congratulations are out for Mike Haskins who will be adding a star and has picked up the reins as Navy IG. BZ, Mike!

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Pres: Fred Hall Sec'y: CDR Royal Connell, USN (Ret.) 1978 Valley Rd., AnnapoUs, MD 21401 e: njrotc@arctic.nadn.navy.mil Greetings all, I don't know if this will artive in mailboxes before or after the big day but I will presume it won't. We all had a great time didn't we?

Lots of stories were told, weren't they? Lots of laughs, lots of special memories, etc. Well write them down before your 50+ year old swiss cheese memories fade, and send them to me for this article!

You can even send them email, I can do that, just be patient with me over e-photos, I haven't quite gotten the knack for that completely. For instance one of the newest members of the '70 family is already mad at me for losing her wedding picture and announcement. I announced that I had seen Nick Carter and his fiancde, but when she sent in the Shiomate. Sentember 2000

fact that he had actually gone tiirough witii it, I didn't put tiiat in. So for Lori Carter, let me initiate you into a Class of '70 tradition.. .first, your Class secretary screws up, then he apologizes, but he doesn't get any better witii age. So: Attention Worid: 1 screwed up and forgot to welcome Mrs. Carter into the fold. Does anyone have any extra rolls for me?

Lori and Nick Carter Speaking of the big Reuiuon, some of you were probably not aware that this year is the really big one! The one where all those of us who didn't make flag have to get out and find a real job. One of the locals, Gerry Farrell, got some good press, including a big photo and everything, when he retired from the job of CO of Naval Station Annapolis. Remember he took over from Pete Roberts a couple of years ago after being Deputy Commandant. He also commanded PRINCETON (CG-59). Under his command, PRINCETON was awarded the Battle Efficiency "E," Golden Anchor and Spokane Trophy in recognition of operational and crew excellence. Farrell's personal awards include the Legion of Merit Medal with gold star. Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal with two gold stars, the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with one gold star and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. "CAPT FarteU has been the perfect officer to lead this station," said Naval Academy Superintendent VADM John Ryan '67. "He has made tremendous improvements in every area, especiaUy quaUty of Ufe. His exceptional leadership, high energy and personal commitment to excellence have served Naval Station AnnapoUs and the Naval Academy extremely well." He and his wife. Sherry, have two children; Kristin, and Matthew.

A similar plight was reported by our first-time writer for the month: John Langdon. Like the old joke, up to now everything's been alright, now he has something to say: It took awhile, but theyfinallythrew rae out! I was transferred to the Marine Coips Officers Retired List. Life has been pretty good and fairly interesting over the past 30 years since graduation. It's somewhat amusing to recall that one reason (not the major one of course) for "going Corps" on selection night was that I would have had six months less obligated service after finishing flight school as a Marine instead of being in the Navy. So much for meticulous career planning. Seems I becarae rather busy and neglected to take advantage of early opportunity to grow up and get a real job. It seeraed like unfarailiar ground during my only job interview in June so I resourcefiilly mentioned that my last one was as a sophomore in high school while applying to be a supermarket clerk...and that I got that job. They raust have been impressed (or at least felt sorry for me) because I'm still batting 1.000, having accepted Shipmate, September 2000

that position as a Senior Military Analyst for the TRW Corporation's support contract with the U.S. Joint Forces Command in Suffolk, VA. John sent along his bio but he's been everywhere and done everything, and gotten a medal for most of it. I will try to give the Reader's Digest version though: Following graduation and the normal schools for a Marine NFO, John served in a variety of operational flight assignments in four tactical squadrons and compiled more than 2,500 flight hours as a BN in the A-6 Intrader. Including XO of VMA (AW)-533 in operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm where he led 29 night combat strike missions and CO of MWSS-271. During the period of his command, the "Workhorses" were distinguished by the Marine Corps Aviation Association as Marine Wing Support Squadron of the Year 1991-1992. His formal professional military education included the command and staff course of Anned Forces Staff College, Norfolk, VA, (1985) followed by resident tenure at the Georgetown University Center for Strategic and Intemational StutUes (CSIS), Washington, D.C, as the commandant ofthe Marine Corps' Visiting Military Fellow (1985-86). He has subsequently deployed to the Republic of Georgia and was instramental in planning the restoration of democratic govemment and associated peacekeeping operations in Haiti. He also played a key role in Cuban and Haitian migrant operations during this same period. Since 1998 he has been assistant chief of staff (G-5) for Plans, Policy and Force Deployment of the II Marine Expeditionary Force Command Element and Battle Staff at Camp Lejeune, NC. His awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Joint Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, the Air Medal single mission award with Combat "V" and numeral "three" Strike/Flight device, three Navy-Marine Corps Commendation Medals with Combat "V," the Joint Service Achievement Medal, two Joint Meritorious Unit Commendation ribbons, the Navy Unit Commendation ribbon, two Meritorious Unit Commendation ribbons, two National Defense Service Medals, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with bronze campaign star, the Southwest Asia Service Medal with two bronze campaign stars, three Sea Service Deployment ribbons, three Overseas Service ribbons, and two Kuwait Liberation Medals awarded separately by both the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Emirate of Kuwait.

He is qualified as a military parachutist, has held multiple expert qualifications in both service rifle and pistol, and was the senior member of the Marine Corps Skeet Shooting Team for the annual U.S. Armed Forces Championships in 1998, 1999 and 2000. After all of that, I suspect that he is proudest of marrying Susan and being father to Holly and Jason.

Les Gable sent word of Pat Slattery's retirement in San Diego. He also sent pictures, which I am ' to attempt to copy into the text, wish me luck.

He went to Pat's change-of-command and retirement ceremony at the San Diego Naval Base. Pat's final command was Afloat Training Group Pacific.

The ceremony was moving and included a "tearful" thanks to Pat's wife, Jacque, for enduring 30 years of deployment. Pat also remembered his late father who served 30 years as a "mustang" Navy supply officer. The guest speaker was VADM Moore, Commander Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. The good admiral gave a nice speech honoring the contributions of Pat's career and his latest contributions to fleet training and readiness.

One of the more moving events was the reading of "Old Glory" as a flag was passed from all ranks held by Pat, from midshipman to captain. We closed the ceremony by singing the USNA alma mater, and everyone from USNA shouted "Beat Army" at the end, even Pat on the dais. After the formal reception, Pat and Jacque hosted another reception at their home for family and Classmates. Class of '70 folks attending included: George Moe, Dennis MacBain, Jerty Spencer, Charlie FarteU, Russ Olson, Bill Bailey, CharUe Carey, Bob McPhail, and Les Gable.

Pat and Jacque are retuming to Virginia Beach. His bio, in its Digest version includes multiple sea tours on a variety of ships culminating in command of GALLERY (FFG-26) and a smattering of staff positions ending up as Commander, Destroyer Squadron Twenty-one, San Diego. He is a graduate ofthe Naval Warfare College, and the Armed Forces Staff College.

He wears the Legion of Merit Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Combat Action Ribbon, the United States Coast Guard Meritorious Service Ribbon and various other service and unit ribbons.

Bob McPhail sends word that his son, Mike McPhail '98 got his wings in May in Pensacola.

He will be flying the SH-60B out of San Diego.

Bob McPhail '70 and LTJG Mike McPail '98 Bob also notes that Grant Thorpe is hosting the 5th Company at the Reunion. I want photos! They don't have to be incrirrunating.

Speaking of graduates. Bob Mackey sent a photo ofthe '70 progeny ofthe Class of 2000.1 will name names since the detail is not there. Port to starboard: Gerry and Brian Mello, Phil (and his invisible son) Cahill, Ed and Ed III Giambastiani, Steve and Bob Mackey, Paul and Jeff Hollenbach, Gino and Gino

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Happy dad (your secretary) with family at son Alan's graduation Marchetti and Drew and Al Rundle. Bob and Barb are still in Keller, Texas awaiting their third grandchild. On a sad note, his old roomie Ron Murray is in a difficult battle with pancreatic cancer. Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated.

I don't normally include anything about myself or my family but this time I can't keep it out. My middle son, Alan, finally graduated from tlniversity of Utah.

I say finally, because, with the exception of a two year mission for our church to Brazil, he has been going to school since 1991. Not one to tarry when he finally gets out though, he is married and they are expecting our first grandbaby in Spring of 2001.. .watch me try to keep pictures of that one out!

Bits and Pieces: Louis E. Buck Jr. has been appointed as CFO for ConEdison Solutions. Russ Hauck found Bill Currer on the Web site of the Andrew Corporation, but couldn't find an email address for Bill. William R. Currer, group president, communication products. He joined tlie company in September 1991 as general manager, earth station antenna products, and became vice president, antenna systems, in June 1992. Prior to joining Andrew Corporation, he was employed by Rockwell International, Smith International and Semiconductor Systems. Jean and Sam Hollier of Slidell, LA, have a son, Brian Hollier, in the Class 2003. Dale E. Stahl has been named president and chief operating officer of Inland Paperboard and Packaging, Inc. and group vice president of TempleInland Inc. Dale has more than 20 years of experience in the paper industry, including having served as president and chief operating officer of Gaylord Container Corporation for the past 12 years. Dale has a master's of science from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a master of business administration from The Pennsylvania State University.

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Last, but not least: RADM John B. Nathman is leaving the Navy's air warfare division to relieve VADM Michael L. Bowman as commander of the Pacific Fleet naval air forces. The command oversees personnel, maintenance and training of all naval aviation units located from the Mississippi River west to the Indian Ocean. The command includes six aircraft carriers and 79 squadrons. John was the director of air warfare in Washington, D.C. A native of San Antonio, TX, he graduated from the Naval Academy in 1970. Over his career, he has flown more than 3,600 hours in 40 types of aircraft and has made over 750 carrier landings.

Now that all you flag guys are all that's left, someone make up a list of who's still on active duty and their assignments (that's Navy and Marines, guys) and get it to me for publication. And, if I don't mention it someone will forget and I'll get chewed out for it, I need any reserve flags as well.

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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 Debbie and Mike "Blue" Bluestein had a "surprise" 50th birthday party for Blue (what took you so long...) this spring at their new house in Davidsonville, MD (near Annapolis). Blue had a number of his Classmates, airline and car racing friends in attendance. The men at the party soon gravitated to the garage where Blue keeps his Sheletsme formula Ford racing car. A group shot was taken to document this memorable event Shown left to right in the photograph are Jim Luckey, Roger Young, Brian Horais and Mike Bluestein. Brings to mind the phrase "you can tell the age of the boys by the size of their toys." Chris and Chris Weaver hosted a Class gathering in early June at their historic quarters at the Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. Chris is commandant of the Washington Naval District. Over 70 Classmates, wives, and guests attended the "tropical" cookout and garden party. The Weavers have been gracious hosts for a number of these Class of 1971 events over the past few years. In recognition of their generosity, Perry Martini presented the Weavers with gifts from the Class of 1971. Shown left torightin the photograph are Chris Weaver, Perry Martini, and Chris Weaver. I've included two other photographs from the gathering. I won't try to identify all ofthe faces, with the exception of Clay Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;who made the arrangements for the gathering, and Tom O'Brienâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;who flew in from Boston to attend the event. Tom (who is the head football coach at Boston College) is hosting a number of Classmates at the Screaming Eagles (BC) practice Friday before the Navy-BC game in Boston on 23 September. If you haven't heard already. Navy will be playing Boston College at our 30th Reunion.

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ing executive for a shipping firm in Jacksonville.

Jim knew Dave from way back but had not been together in a long time, so it was fun meeting another Classmate and spouse—after all these years!

Instant connections!

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Pres: CDR Dave Hogen, USN (Ret.) Sec'y: CDR Rich Robison, USN (Ret.) 12695 Catawba Dr., Woodbridge, VA 22192 f: 703-413-5376; e: robison_rich@prc.com Class Web Page: www.usna72.org Class Ustserv: TheGouge@usna72.com

Class gathering at the Weavers The Chicago Tribune recently posted the following news on Dave Polatty: The commander of the Navy's Pacific Fleet aircraft carrier battie groups has been tapped by the Pentagon to take over the top job at Great Lakes Naval Training Center. RADM David Polatty III will succeed RADM Edward Hunter as commander of Great Lakes, the Navy's third-largest base and only remaining boot carap. Polatty currentiy commands Carrier Group 1, a clutch of aircraft carriers and supporting vessels patrolling the Pacific Ocean. Polatty's command, which oversees all pacific carrier deployments, is based at North Island Naval Air Station in Califomia.

Dave Stahlhut (DMStahlhut@compuserve.com) wrote to report that things are going well at Delta and that he is looking forward to his August trip to Alaska. He also noted that he is Company rep for the 29th and would Uke to have his companymates send address/email updates to him (in preparation for the 30th Reunion). Other Class representatives should have received an email or note from Bruce Gallemore recently asking for address and email updates for the 30th. Get your updates in now to make sure you receive all the reunion literature.

Pete Schneider sent in a quick note to say hello and let us know that the "Schneider" name that has been appearing as the catcher in the box scores of the Montreal Expos games is that of his son, Brian.

He was caUed up to the major leagues from tripleA Ottawa recentiy and is still there. Pete's wife, Karen, and Pete flew out to San Diego to see him raake his debut and get his first ML hit—needless to say, they're still on cloud nine and he's been holding his own, catching in about half of their games since he's been up there. No telling how long this wiU last, but they're enjoying every minute. The sudden trip out to San Diego negated a planned weekend to Norfolk to see Brian play there and visit with Terti and Joe Wargo, but the expensive flight in lieu of the cheap drive was worth every penny!

Brian was drafted in the 5th round by the Expos out of high school in 1995.

Marsha and Jim Brick wrote (acmally Marsha did the writing) to say that they recentiy had a lovely brunch with Juanita and Dave Cheney. The Cheneys are building a gorgeous home in Destin, FL. Dave is with the DOE and Juanita is a market-

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Greetings, ladies and gents! After a busy summer, it's back to the grind.. .and time for some Navy football! Hope you get a chance to attend a couple of games.

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The following from Chip Newhart (newhart@ wans.net): Five 22nd Corapany guysraetat the 0-Club for branch on 11 June. Jim Protzman, wife, kid and nephew (from Chapel Hill); Rick Bodson and wife (Germantown, MD); Nick Lakis and wife (Annapolis); Clay Willis (wife horae with injured child) (Restin, VA); andraywife and I (Bel Air, MD)... anyway I had not seen Jira and Rick since 7 June 1972... and by gosh, they haven't changed a bit (although Jim has less hair to comb). I have to report the Sunday Branch is great and grads are welcome now if people don't know. We bravely walked into the 2nd Wing...we lived on 2-0 and 2-1 all but Plebe Summer and we wanted to check out the changes. All rooms were locked but the floor signs were real expensive looking.

There were ladies' restrooms there too.. .were they there when we were? There was no wardroom or company officer's office on 2-1? There were no raail slots... they all go to the 7th Wing now to get their raail. We had lots of memories of who lived where.. .particularly the slimy Classes of '69 and '70. We calmly walked in and calmly walked out and no Marine guards shot at us or nuthin'.. .so much for our historic criminal nature. See ya.

Talk about living dangerously. Thanks for the note. Chip!

This and That Dept.

Dave Brown (DKBrown37@aol.com) and Gino Uricoli (uricolie@ndu.edu) made it through their only JPME back in June; Dave graduated from National War College, Gino from ICAF. Both will be staying there for their final tours: Gino at the War Garrung Center, Dave on the NWC faculty.

(Congrats!) On the second time around, Scotty Borderud has been promoted to chaplain, lieutenant colonel, and is expecting his pin-on ceremony to occur at or near Ft. Meade in the November-December timeframe. Expect to see ample representation from the Class! Skip Kohler (gmkoh@erols. com) retired on 7 June in Memorial Hall. Congrats!

'72 Offspring in '04: Paul Bienhoff—son, Calum Bienhoff. Gerald Cameron—daughter, Jeanne Cameron. Harry Cronauer—son, Matthew Cronauer. Kendall Kalstad—son, Kristopher Kalstad. Ed Kujat—son, Elliot Kujat. David Murray—son, James Murray.

James Patterson—son, John Patterson. Ed Perrott—son, Patrick Perrott. Congratulations, and best wishes!

You'll note at the top ofthe column that the Class has a new Web page and a listserv address to facilitate online information exchange. Our listserv is a great way to get information out to a lot of people, quickly and easily. We will control the flow of info through the list serv, so you won't be constantly deluged with emails. To subscribe, please send an email to TheGouge@USNA72.com with the subject line "SUBSCRIBE," and include your real name in the text ofthe message. Our thanks to Saul Klein who has been at the heart of getting this set up for the Class.

That's about it for this month! More to come. D.O. Tried And True With '72

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Pres: Tom Storch Sec'y: RADM Tom "TJ" Wilson lU, USN 8310 Gushing Court, Springfield, VA 22153 h: 703-913-0094 e: tjwilson@moosbruggennavy.mil Classmates, I don't want this to start sounding like a travelogue, but if you have never been to Kiel Week in Kiel, Germany, you need to change that before you get any older. It is a big sailing summer festival in the Baltic port of Kiel that attracts boats from everywhere. Wow\ I'm happy to be at sea again so I can get some rest. It's on to Norway and Iceland.

It's also September and football season again.

Time to fire up those computers and send news in to share with the Class. Let me hear about the tailgaters, both east and west.

Peter Flynn reports our Command Bench has received an early summer spracing up. Judy and Kevin Callahan and Scott Haney joined Pete and Susan for the Saturday moming bench cleaning working party. The job included not only the bench, but also the surtounding greenery. After the work was done (Pete's words, not mine), Tom Storch showed up to pronounce the bench and area satisfactory. Thanks to everyone for helping out. Isn't it interesting that work like this with a sentimental attachment is a lot different than yard work at home?

Jim Snead reported in recently after a long silent period. Let him tell you all about things.

It's been awhile since I reported in from Virginia Beach, so I thought Iraightpass on the following info. First, as you can see frora the picture we had a raini '73 Lightweight Crew reunion at Hubbard Hall in April. As raany of you already know, 1 not only spentrayfirstfour years in the Navy at USNA, butraylast four years as well.

Over those eight years I put in a lot of tirae on the Sevem, at one end of the coaches megaphone or the other. As a result of those years invested, I was recently honored by the current crew and coaching staff when they added a new boat, JIM SNEAD, to Navy's stable of racing shells. SNEAD joins two other boats in the shell bay honoring our Class: CLASS OF '73 and DIRK MOSIS. Laura

and Paul Ryan and Andy Schneck were kind enough to join Sue, our children, and me for the christening. It was a wonderful day in Annapolis to spend with old friends. Windy, of course, just like every race day at Navy. Recently wed Linda and Bill Comly would have been there as well, except for a business (golf?) trip that Bill had to

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'73ers at knife and fork school last January. L to r: Denny Dwyer, John Kelly, Mark Young, Steve Kunkle, Tora Wilson, Eric Olsen, and Jim Zortman take. I might add that though Paul and Andy have aged well over the years (I'm the one who is grey), none of us could make our old racing weight of 150 pounds without literally sacrificing an arra and a leg. Grey hair aside, life after retireraent has been very good to me. I miss the flying of course, but everything else is grand. We recently survived a near tragedy when we were broadsided in our new car—the other driver blatantly ran a red light. Luckily we all escaped without harm, but our van sure took a hit. Though we've been back in our house two years now (after the fire), we still aren't quite settled in yet—what's the hurry, we aren't expecting "orders" until both the children are at least out of high school, and that won't be for anotherfiveyears. My job as a flight simulator instmctor is still a lot of fun and it allowsraeall the time off I need to enjoy other pastimes—like golf when it's warm and ski trips to Vail in the winter (courtesy of ray dad, see enclosed picture). This fall we coraraence the college application process for our eldest, Kelley. I ara sure that many, if not most, of you can relate to that. By the way, if anyone has any pull at William and Mary I would love to hear from you!

Finally, frora the "you know you are getting old when"...I recentiy stopped by a "militaria" store (readrailitaryjunk shop) here in Virginia Beach.

While waiting to be helped, I wondered around and in the back ofthe place, found they had a number of old, large, USNA beer steins—the type we all bought as Plebes, with our company logos on them (along with the 25-cent Beat Army stamps for our T-shirts, and "dogs" from the "hotdog guy"). Anyway, one oftheraugswas a 1973, 11th Corapany—"El Tigre est Mort" stein. I pulled it down and wouldn't you know—it had ray narae on it! The proprietor didn't have a clue where it came frora but offered to sell it back to me. I figured I had already paid for it once so I declined. If anyone still has his, it is now worth $25—retail.

That's about it from here. All the best to everyone. Beat Army!

L to r: Kelley, Jira, Bo, and Swoose '47 Jim, great letter! A newsy update plus a house fire and a car crash. Do the other flight simulator people know these details? Thanks for sending in the update and good luck with the college search.

Remember two things about college: (1) whatever is required to get the student into the university must be done by the parent, and (2) it costs more than you figured.. .way more.

The final picture I have for this issue was taken during knife and fork school last January. It could also have been taken at a police line up...I really don't remember. Go back to the Lucky Bag and find the seven ugliest guys you can. At least five of them are in this picture. By the way, the course was pass/ fail and as good Classmates we helped each other through it.

One final bit of news. Chuck Munns has left CinCPacFlt staff to take command of SUBGRU 8 in the Med. Good luck in the new job. Chuck.

Thanks again for the updates. I especially want to thank those who devoted their free time to care for the Class bench. It's a wonderful monument but from time to time will need some TLC. We all look forward to hearing from everyone as the fall progresses.

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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.

Only one more month until the best Homecoming ever! Start your diets now, because the amount of food and beverage available for our consumption from 20-22 October is a stomach-stretching extravaganza unlike any you've seen before. See you at the BWI Marriott and around Crabtown.

It's never too late to enter the competition for the coveted Scribe's Award. No purchase required, but a story is. Jack McCorkle is a first-time entrant.

He fired off his first letter to Shipmate to mark our 25th Reunion: I thought that with our 25 th Reunion on the horizon, it was an appropriate tirae to send my first letter to Shipmate. Better late then never, particularly since I'm the last '75erfrom6th company still on active duty. Debbie and I are living in Northem Virginia. With one son through his sophomore year of college and another whofinishedhis junior year in high school, we are about to experience both an empty nest and an empty wallet!

In April of this year I relinquished command of PMA 207 where I was the program manager for support and commercial derivative aircraft. Carl Klee, Jamie Burd, and Ric Johns attended, along with Jamie and Nancy's son, MIDN 4/C Andy Burd '03. Andy was one of the sideboys. CAPT Mike Fralen '78 relieved rae.

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CAPT Mike Fralen '78 and CAPT Jack McCorkle Continued good news from Tina and Andy Howard. In a late June email, Andy updated many of us on the recovery of the husband and wife kidney transplant team. Andy says he no longer has in-laws, since they are now related by blood! Check out the details—complete with pictures—at http:// web.wt.net/~achoward/Kidney.litm.

We both continue to do well at home, though Tina still has more pain, as expected. My pain has subsided to just a minor pain, sometimes. But, still no sit-ups. Tina has been able to get into the pool and do flutter kicks and she walks Khobie down to the mailbox. I can't go outside, but continue to walk from the computer in the back room down to the kitchen to eat. Yep, our appetites aie healthy, but we are still losing weight, thanks to the good cooking from our support teams.

Team Two (Tina's sisters, Cheryl and Susan,) has been replaced by Team Three—Andy's father.

Bill, and sister, Sue. The first week of two blood labs and two clinic visits is reduced to only one clinic visit this week. The daily routine is eating.

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Pres: Arch GrifBn Sec'y: Vince Balderrama 45 Littie Fawn Drive, Shelton, CT 06484 e: VBaldertama@Sikorsky.com Class Web site: http://usnal978.org

'75ers at Jack's change of command: CAPT Cari Klee. USNR; Jamie Burd; MIDN Andy Burd '03; Ric Johns; CAPT Jack McCorkle. USN sleeping, taking meds, watching TV, reading, a close second. Glad to report we accomplished sleeping, and computing. Tina gets out and waboth! Lots of faraily frora across the Chesapeake ters the plants, swims, and sits beside the pool.

Bay also made it a fun time.

Since we are doing so well, the caregivers haven't On a personal note, I'm now living in the San had to work as hard as they had expected, but Francisco Bay area, happily married to my new cleaning this and that and preparing meals still bride of 15 months, Bonnie. Looking forward to keeps them busy. We appreciate all the notes, seeing my four-year roommate, Marty Mason, cards, calls, and prayers. his wife and everyone else in October!

Bill Dixon checked in while on a business trip to Go Navy! Beat Rutgers!—Larry Malaysia. He's expanding Tracer Corporation to the Pacific Rim with the help of a Vietnam Army chopper pilot he met in Brassels in April. Bill hired him and they took off on what Rose calls "Fred and Bill's Great Advenmre." They plan to have aviation supAnnual Membership: 59% port contracts signed in Hong Kong and Korea, as Life Membership: 24% weU as with Malaysian Airlines.

Elsewhere on the intemational business scene. Pres: Chuck Gorum 146 Prince George St., AnnapoUs, MD 21401 Christian Nielsen is making headlines in the Prague Post. Running his "scrappy Czech com- h: 410-263-3337; e: cgoram@annap.infi.net pany" with a no meetings-no memos-no politics-no Sec'y: Chuck Dirienzo 1014 North 300 West, SpringvUle, UT 84663 neckties motto and flying the Oakland Raider flag in front of the factory. Christian is sending ripples h: 801-491-3497; w: 801-861-9219 throughout the intemational tractor-loader-backhoe e: chuckles@ipass.net or cdirienzo@noveU.com (TLB) manufacturing world. He recently beat out A USNA 1976 class ring has been found and Volvo and John Deere in a bid to acquire the Brit- tumed in to Alumni House. If you are missing your ish company Fermec. His company, Superstav, seUs ring, please contact Timothy Elizabeth Woodbury its equipment internationally under the name at 410-263-4448 x l l 2 or timothy.woodbury@ EarthForce. With the addition of the new plant, they usna.com. wiU offer the broadest line of backhoe loaders of anyone in the world. The "Fortest Gump of the TLB business" says it was part luck and part a boyhood love of diggers that led him to bring his revolutionary management style to the Czech Republic. FasAnnual Membership: 32% cinating story there. Classmate! We'd love to hear Life Membership: 55%

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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, Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-571-6267 e: bsanderson@docHarbor.net

Navy s •_..: i nnasty—The Dennis Brothers: Bill '77, Sam '75, and Dave '79.

Fans of Navy soccer in the 1970s will recognize the trio in this picmre. Sam Dennis sent us the story: Just a short note along with a picture taken this past 29 April at the annual alumni soccer game at school. For thefirsttime,my brothers and I were fortunate to be able to arrange our schedules to all make it to the game this year. Bill (captain of die '77 team) and Dave (troublemaker of the '79 team) held me up in the game as well as in this photo! Actually surviving the game was our primary goal and making it to the post-game tailgater Shipmate, September 2000

From the Yard Well, guys, I'm sorry to say that I let you down this month; I had a lot of great input from you but an untimely work situation right before the Shipmate deadline delayed me from writing and submitting the column until almost a week past the deadline, which was too late to meet their production requirements. Fortunately, the editors were gracious enough to let me at least explain what happened rather than simply have a blank column. I hope you can excuse my foul-up and will look forward to twice as much information next month.

Once again, I'm traly sorry and I'll do my best to keep this from happening again.—Bob Sanderson

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Pres: LCDR Sean Cate, 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@starpower.net; (w) WithersJD@navair.navy.mil Class Web site: www.usna79.com Greetings, '79!

September already! Is that right? It seems like we just celebrated the Fourth of July last week! To me, September has always been a month of stark contrasts. As a kid, September meant seeing all my friends again, but also the retum to the classroom and homework. It marked the end of Plebe Summer, but also the return of the Brigade. The same month that brought Navy football also brought USNA Academics. In the southeast, September means a welcome moderation of summer heat, but it also marks the peak of the hurticane season. It is the month we celebrate my wife's birthday, and it also presents the opportunity for me to forget my wife's birthday! (A bad thing...)

If memory serves, September was one of the two months that we wore WUB"D", our lightweight short sleeve uniform. But all too quickly (for me, anyway) we retumed to that other one, the one with long sleeves, tucked-in ties, smd factors and spiffies.

There are some things that you just can't forget.

"Sir, a WUBA is a black dust collector. Sir!" At least that's what it said in Reef Points.

Speaking of contrasts: all those rabid Washington Redskins fans I work with are having trouble with the much-ballyhooed acquisition of "Mr. Dallas Cowboy" Deion Sanders. Here is a man who has been absolutely detested for years by the area's football fans. Now, with just one signature on a contract (and a check!), Deion is the prime weapon on the Washington defense. I wonder if he'll be cheered or booed when he's introduced at home games.

But on with the main event! I am proud to present this month's winners in the world-renowned "WhoWants-To-See-Your-Name-In-Bold" sweepstakes!

First up, all the way from the Motor City, is that 10th Co. standout. Ken Gray (CDRRed@aol.com).

Ken's winning entry: A brief update: I retired last fall and am now working with Parsons-Brinckerhoff in Warren, MI. We are working the constraction manageraent of a raajor renovation of the General Motors Technical Center 1 would love to try and track down two old Tenth Corapanymates that I have lost track of over the last few years. 1 would love to get in touch with Tom Gibson, last known location was Newport, RI, and Jim Edmondson, last known location was Alexandria, VA. I will be coraing to Horaecoraing this fall to show my kids a littieraoreof ray past and raaybe 129

All-'79 rowing team some of their future. My son, Matthew, now 14, is interested in attending USNA and making a career in naval aviation. Will stay tuned for more info on Class events planned for Homecoming this year. Please drop me a line and let rae know if you have any info on these two. Please feelfreeto share my address and phone: Ken Gray, 1136 Baker Court, Troy, MI 48083; 248-680-9979.

Appreciate the update. Ken. Anyone who can help out Ken in tracking down these two Classmates can either contact him directly or send the info to me, and I'll forward it along.

Our next entry is an old-fashioned hand-written letter from Brian Decker. His entry was strengthened, however, by including this photo ofthe "AU'79 Rowing Team" at our 20th Reunion last fall.

Brian writes that of the three boats in the "race" along the seawall, our guys took second place, "a very respectable showing." The winning boat was comprised mostly of Mids, and the third boat was "mostly older guys." Brian has been rowing weekly with a newly formed rowing club in Kingston, NY, but he especially enjoyed the race in the '79 boat.

This, of course, brings back memories of my coxswain days with the batt and JV lightweight crew teams. There's something about imposing your will on eight guys who are a lot larger than you! If you win, it's because of their hard work; they celebrate by chasing you and tossing you in the water. If they lose, it's because you can't steer straight and you can't call a steady cadence; they vent their frustrations by tossing you somewhere near the water. Ah, what fun, right. Chuck Dixon? Brian's address, for those desiring to critique his rowing ability, is 204 Pearl St., Kingston, NY 12401-5336. Thanks for the letter, Brian!

Another winning contestant is none other than 8th Company's own Bob Dupuis (bob.dupuis@ cplc.com), who writes: Just thought I would send sorae inforraation on our Classmates and friends that I know about. I live here in the Jacksonville, NC, area, horae to Camp Lejeune, and for the past few years, every hurricane on the East Coast. I work for Carolina Power and Light Corapany here with our military customers. Gary Herbold and I see each other quite a bit now that he is retired. He and his wife, Mary, own and operate a great furniture repair and refinishing business in town and does great work!

(No charge for that, Gary.) I saw Jose Gonzales in town not long ago at one of the Lejeune Capabilities Exercises. He is a captain in the Peravian

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Navy doing an exchange tour in Norfolk. We both enjoyed the CapEx. After seeing this display (which is vastly improved over the old Bluebird Dog and Pony shows that I used to participate in) you almost feel sorry for the bad guys...almost!

Sam Sichko is lawyering in Boston. Jeff Frost is working for American Airlines in Dallas (or will that be United?). Rich Roll is flying for somebody down in Florida (FedEx I think, sorry Rich).

Paul Evans is CO of H&HS at New River Air Station across theriverfrora Lejeune. I happened to be out at Port Hueneme, CA, recentiy and made it to Greg Sheer's change of command with the Seabees. He relieved CAPT Guy Mehula '75.

(Sec'y note: I'm pretty sure Greg's new job is Commodore, 3rd Naval Constraction Brigade.)

That is about all I know. I will let somebody write in and correct any errors or update with the latest.

1099 Gura Branch Road, Jacksonville, NC 28540; 910-346-1457.

Thanks for all the great info. Bob! You win the special bonus round by mentioning the most Classmates in your email. Your prize is on its way...

Now that NavAirSysCom HQ has moved here to NAS Pax River, I have opportunities to catch up with Classmates as they come this way to do their reserve drills. One such opportunity presented itself a little while ago when Alex Sharp (avlsharp@msn.com) emailed me to say he was coming this way. Karen and I caught up with him over a steak dinner, during which he nearly divulged some privileged information about my past. Alex hasn't changed a bit: I think he must have done that Austin Powers cryogenic freeze thing, because he looks exactly as he did when we tossed our covers in the air. When he's not CAPT Sharp at NavAir, he Uves out in West Linn, OR, with wife, Katie, and daughters, Nora (11) and Jenny (8). Alex is one ofthe "big guys" (as in founders) of Northwest Investment Co. (NWIC), and he's really enjoying what he's doing in the financial planning arena. Our plans to see each other again during his drill never came to fraition, but he sent a follow-up email, which included: Did ran into Ken Gigliotti for an evening. We were on INDY for 372 craises together as well as Basic School, so the evening was eventful to say the least. Maybe this year you and I can raeet at the boathouse with the gang for a row.

Translated, that means: "I haven't thrown anyone in the water recently. Why don't we get together?" Alex extends the invitation for all of us who find ourselves in the great Pacific Northwest to stop in for a visit.

Moving on to this month's installment of "'79ers in the News," we have a snippet from The Virginia Pilot (Norfolk, VA) article mentioning Dave Frost's change of command on BRISCOE last May. During his tour as CO, BRISCOE earned the Maritime Excellence, Engineering Survivability, Command and Control Excellence, and Logistics Management operational awards. It did not, however, tell us where Dave was headed next—he'll have to write in and let us know.

And this just in from Lancaster, PA: The Intelligencer Journal reports that "NASA Astronaut CDR Daniel Bursch Pays Down-To-Earth Visit" to Hambright Elementary School, an institution he himself attended for five years. Dan spent a day fielding those nasty questions such as "Do astronauts get homesick?" and "Were you scared to go into space?" One budding capitaUst asked, "Do you get paid a lot?" A future midshipman asked, "How do you sleep in space?" (Word is that Dan is most qualified to answer that question!) But the one that really had him on his toes: "Is Pluto the farthest planet from England?" Dan would have benefited from having Al Whiting there for that one. According to the article, Dan is curtently slated to retum to space next year, where he and a Russian cosmonaut will conduct a four-month flight test of the Intemational Space Station. And you thought going to NASA would keep you from having to make deployments!

A couple of other notes to pass: Stan Clark dropped a quick note to say that he, MicheUe, Jessica and Ryan can be reached at his new email address: Stan-Clark@home.com. Kirk Michealson forwarded an email from Nick Harris (basU.harris® js.pentagon.mil), who was expressing his pride after his son's high school baseball team won the Virginia AAA baseball championship in dramatic fashion in the bottom of the final inning. Had to admit—the video looked Uke something out of Hollywood. Nice to see that acmaUy happens once in a while! Congrats, Nick, to you and your son! And thanks to Kirk for forwarding it along.

Well folks, that's a wrap for this month. Time to kick back, relax, and enjoy the "Summer" Olympics from Sydney, Australia, where they just recently observed the Vemal Equinox (Boh Larys: that means the first day of spring!). "Will the mile relay mm into a 4x400 speed skating relay? Stay tuned to Eyewitness '79 for the shocking answer!

Film at 11." Thanks again to all of you who took the time to write and let us know what was going on. I leave you with one final thought to ponder until the next exciting issue of Shipmate: Always remember you're unique, just like everyone else.

See you next month. Wiz Omnes Viri!

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Pres: Tim Kobosko Sec'y: CDR Joseph A. Grace Jr., USNR 15 AUard 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 Homecoming is just around the comer and we are receiving lots of emails and calls about the schedule. Please check out the Class of 1980 Web site for details. Go to www.USNA1980.org and you'll be able to find out what is going on during that weekend. Also check out your email address and leave me a message with an update for Shipmatel Special thanks once again to Lyle Burnham who is working with his daughter to gather all of the email addresses of the Class. We have most of them—but if you haven't checked in yet, please do.

Now, on to the mail bag! I received a few letters from Classmates this month with updates on their email, requests for info on homecoming and company newsletters. All are very welcome and appreShipmate, September 2000

ciated. Thefirstcame in from the Seadogs of Seventh Company. Dave Foy, the Company scribe, sends in a great update about once a year. It's such a great newsletter that it has to be printed: Well Seadogs, our 20th anniversary is actually here! I'm receiving lots of retirement notes and invitations as the Class of 1980 moves a couple more pages up in the Alumni News section of Shipmate. The honorary status of "geezer" is well within our grasp. I'm now sponsoring Mids younger than my flight jacket.

As a warm-up, let me tell you about some of our upper-Class. Sammy Locklear. a '77 Seadog Alumni and squad leader for a few of us, is back at the Naval Academy as the Commandant. Steve Seal '77 rans the admissions office.

Our Seadog Classmates are doing well. Several still move around enough to challenge me and we have a few who, like me, refuse to grow up and intend to serve past 20. It seems that in every issue of the Seadog update I'm announcing the birth of another Friddle baby boy. This edition is no different! I'm announcing the birth of another Friddle baby boy! Specifically, number six in the series of Friddle boys. Way to go Christine. Ron Fridle also has managed to scam a Reserve-flying billet with the U.S. Air Force. That's right: Off Ron goes, into the wild blue yonder! But now with the 327th C130 Airlift Squadron out of Willow Grove, PA. A.B. Cruz is busier than a one-arm paperhanger.

He's still area coordinator for the Mid-Maryland Blue & Gold prograra, a drilling Reservist for more weekends than not and then the other 15 hours of each day he's billing cUents from his new law firm in D.C. where he is associate general council for Corporate Affairs. It's worth noting, A.B. is CO of a Reserve Spec War unit in New Jersey. He jumps out of airplanes, blows things up, and generally behaves like a Midshipman on most drill weekends.

Kurt Baden is finishing his payback tour from PG School at the Marine Corps System's Command at Quantico. Living in Fredricksburg and doing C4I stuff for the Corps. Another Classmate on the retirement countdown is Wayne Borchers. Invites are coming, but about 1 June Wayne is a Navy dot.

Could a pro-ragby tour be in his future?

Marty Hahn is back east again in Fredericksburg. He comrautes to Dahlgren each day to collect a paycheck doing SLBM stuff. Rick Peterson also retumed to the Annapolis area nest from the cold Northeast. He works for Lockheed and has his oldest son at the Citadel! Rick and Carol were "home schooler" parents and their "Knobber" son Jeremy seems to be proof the program works well.

Pat Castleman's marital status has changed since last update, but his boys are doing well and Patneck always enjoys hearing from us on the email lines. Pat and his boys were several of many who helped destroy my basement at the 1998 Army-Navy game party. I have some great pictures of several Seadogs, Pat included, that will pop up maybe at our 30th or 40th Reunion. By then all statutes of limitations should be null and void. A.B.: Would you give rae a reduced billing rate on researching my liability on that?

Mike Fitzgerald is counting down to retirement out in Hawaii. He and Deb have been in the grass skirt capital for quite awhile. They have built up the local Pearl Harbor Swim Club from 15 swimmers to over 90 in the four years Fitz has been coaching them. Fitz goes CivLant officially 1 August, but will PCS around June. Their plans are to retire frora the Navy to the great Northwest, Bremerton, WA, area.

Ron Thompson raade a great transition frora Navy to corporate Araerica last year. Ron had a tough last year in the Navy being a geo-bachelor and trying to transition. But now a "wheel" at GE Appliances in Louisville, his emails tell of some pretty sweet trips around the world.

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Kathy Rondeau's retireraent Tony Jiles survived his exile at Scott AFB and is now loving life as the coramanding officer of WADSWORTH (FFG-9) out of San Diego. This obviously includes the coveted reserved-for-CO parking spot at coraraissaries around the world.

Way to go Skipper Tony!

Rich Lepper is adjusting to CivLant having retired last September after 20 years of service. No, it's not bad math. Rich had a '74-'75 NAPs tour that put him up a year on us. And now he reaps the benefit and recognition as the first Seadog to retire with 20. Rich is still living in San Diego.

Another Seadog CO is Lee Hall. Back from a Yokosuka, Japan, tour, Lee is now commanding officer of Deep Submergence Unit, San Diego.

Hands down, Lee wins the "best toys" contest for this year with subraarine rescue vehicles and unraanned diving vehicles.

Scott Barbour finished his Navy Geo-bachelor tour with NavSea at the Pentagon and is back in the Norfolk area. Fleet "Tech" support is his life!

Chris Conroy is thriving in New Hampshire having moved up to captain with Delta Air Lines and still flying with C-130 Reserves. His oldest daughter just graduated from New Hampshire University.

Robin Morishita is yet another Seadog coramanding a Reserve unit. If 1 reraeraber cortectiy, it is a COM Third Fleet Det support unit attached to CORONADO. Robin said he knew Lee Hall was back frora Japan because he ran into hira, literally, at Sea World. What a sraall world! Colleen and the "Hilo" Hawaii native live in Chula Vista, CA. They're expecting their second child in August.

Dr. Will Clement, president of Cleraent Engineering, has his own Web site "hawking" microchips and such. Will has almost told rae on numerous occasions that he would love for everyone frora 7th Corapany to stay at his house for the entire horaecoraing weekend. Don't bother to call ahead, just show up!

Sam Cox is loving life on the beaches of Bahrain. As the Intel head for Fifth Fleet, Sara is doing a tax-free, two-year stint with planned homecoraings in April and October.

Mike Borowski bought a new house in Chantilly, VA, and is now working for Mitre Corporation putting his Ops Research raaster's degree to good use.

Fernando Giatan. No direct word frora "el gato" in awhile. I'll see if 1 can beat sorae response out of hira in the near future. In his last note he was still working for Honeywell out of country.

Patti Kish and faraily are well. Patti's engaged to be married this June and may raove back to the Norfolk area. Good for you, Patti! Keep us on your invite list.

I think Bob "the wheel" Powers has moved frora Hawaii. I couldn't find him this week. Rumor has it he is sharing a shack up in the foothills of Montana with Dave Vaughan!

As for rae, Dave Foy, I've survived ray tour at the Pentagon and I ara now out at NAF Washington as the XO. I see tons of Alurani cycling through ray Base Ops and still sponsor Mids at the house.

My daughter just tumed 10, so in a few years that will have to change, too.

For those who must know and wish to taunt me, Dave Vaughan continues to elude me! This poster child for the Witness Protection Program was last heard of in August of 1992. Let me tell you the lengths I've gone to find hira: I've gotten his separation paperwork from the St. Louis archives, sent post cards to every Vaughan in Califomia and even paid for one of those "find anyone" Intemet search companies. I still have not found this former "Redskin diehard." I have all but decided that when I retire, I'll take up finding Dave "the Ayatollah" Vaughan as ray life's work. Maybe I'll do a docuraentary, just like that other crazy guy who has been searching for Bigfoot all these years!

A note and photo came in from Kathy Rondeau: I retired from the Navy on 1 July. Had my retirement cereraony on 7 April. 1 ara now working as a govemraent contractor for DynCorp working at Transcom. I' ra helping to establish their IT portfolio raanagement program as well as working Configuration Manageraent in the Transcom Integration Manageraent Office. Bought a house in Mascoutah, IL (close on 20 June). My daughter starts high school next year and son will be in fourth grade. I love being retired and the thought that I can offer ray kids stability.

Another note came in from Steve Stubel who also included a photo (on the following page): It's been a while, so I thought I'd send in an update. I turned over coraraand of TENNESSEE (SSBN-734, Blue) to CDR Al Carap (GA Tech '81) on 3 March 2000. I raust admit that letting go of the reigns that day was the hardest thing I've ever had to do. They say that command at sea is the best job you'll ever have in the Navy.

Now having "been there, done that," I can surmise that the saying is trae. It's now off to the CoraSubLant staff in Norfolk, VA, where I'll be the assistant chief of staff for Personnel Readiness

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L to r; RADM Rich Terpsti-a '74, myself, RADM Jen-y Ellis '64, CDR Al Camp (GA Tech '81), and CAPT Butch Hansen '75 (Nl). I'll update you with my new address and eraail view a scene of utter desolation. He was in the when we settle in, probably in July. Being in Nordesert.. .which one he wasn't sure. Worse still, how folk shouldraakeit easy to attend Horaecoraing in had he come to this place? He searched his memory, the Fall. We're looking forward to that. but could only remember sitting comfortably in front Other Classraates in coramand of Tridents here of a computer on a cushioned chair, his thirst sated in Kings Bay include Steve Matts (WEST VIRGINIA, with plenty of fluids and email. Now he had neither.

Gold), Steve McShane and John Elnitsky He imagined the scene early in "The Good, The (MAINE, Blue and Gold), and Mike Budney and Bad and The Ugly" where Clint lies half-dead in Brad Gherke (PENNSYLVANIA, Blue and Gold).

We've been trying to get all six of us together for the desert as Tuco happens upon him. His face burnt. a photo op, but at least one of us has always been His lips, cracked and smeared with dried blood. His underway! throat so parched he can't speak.

Congrats to all our Classmates on the recent "Don't die, Blondie!" captain list! It was great to see so raany farailiar If only a Tuco would happen upon him now. But naraes! With the zone split as it was, I'm sure there is nothing and no one. Only sand and cactus there'll be a bunch more next year as well. (Are and the sun. we really getting that old!?)

He sat up. How long had he been lying there?

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the 20th Hours? Days? He couldn't remember. No matter. It Reunion!

That's about all for now folks. I hope that each wasn't important, now. What was important was of you are well and that you are taking the time to the thought of a slow, painful demise. A lingering re-kindle old friendships and prepare to see your death from dehydration and no mail. One was as Classmates at the Reunion. Each time I talk with a bad as the other.

Food could wait, but with no water, his muscles Classmate passing through, we review old times and get into some great discussions. Some carry great would dry out, seize up and stiffen until movement pain and frastration from those years, others have became all but impossible. He would lie paralyzed worked to forget, others are oblivious to the entire on the desert floor, slowly turning to baked carrion four-year process, and some had a ball. It's amaz- for vultures and scavenging beasts of the night. It ing to see the different perspectives of all of our was a hideous thought, but it paled in comparison Classmates. If you have the chance, call someone to a fate of no news.

Without mail, death would come swiftly and and share with them to see where they are in the process. My thoughts and prayers to all. Check in, surely. First, there would be surprise and not a little update your info on the Web site, and, as always. shock. Why had the mail not come borne either by snails or electrons? Why had his inbox been forBeat Army â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Joe saken? With luck, the gnawing uncertainty of it all would drive him mad before the onset of the condition's terminal stages. Like the aftermath of an unfortunate accident, the "Why?" of it all would quickly pass only to be replaced by the inevitable, Annual Membership: 3% "What now?" If only he had something to work Life Membership: 94% with, even a little something, he might be able to pull it off. String together a few tidbits, he would, Pres: Robert D. Ravener Jr. tied by the thin sinews of good-natured chat and 190 Bennetts Fann Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877 fluff. The bold-faced scanning eyes would hardly h: 203-438-0867; w: 914-767-6127 notice, but the few scrutinizing eyes might see e: THERAV5@A0L.COM through and, if they did, the end would come swift Sec'y: Dave Ciccarelli 38484 Sorgum Court, PurcellviUe, VA 20132-3738 and sure. h: 540-882-4225; w: 703-416-0153 The ramors would start about "no substance" and e: chicsan@aol.com "wasted ink." The editor might be written to and He opened his eyes to blinding sunlight and the fluff might be cut. Calls for his head would come and then, as sure as the fireball now searing him quickly shut them again to block the searing pain of the light's intensity. Raising a hand to shield his overhead would rise in the east tomortow, like a face, he slowly ventured a second peek. It must have death rattle gurgling up from his gut, he would probeen noon because the sun was blazing straight duce that fatal sign of imminent death, an empty down on him. As his eyes adjusted to the light, he column. tumed his head, first to the left and then right to

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He was doomed if things didn't change. He knew it in his heart.

"Stay in control," me muttered as he shook off despair, "Think!"

He thought about the old problem of the plane crash. Should he stay where he was and wait for the mail to come to him or should he walk, nay, crawl, in some random direction in search of a snippet to quench his empty inbox. Always (OK, sometimes) a man of action, he decided to crawl. He would find mail or die trying.

"I'll head east," he said, "It's cooler back east and I usually get more mail from there anyway."

He set off, dragging his body with his arms, as he was too far-gone to walk. After what seemed like an etemity, he came to a line of scrab brash, thorny and thick, blocking his way. He would have to pass through it to continue his Une of march, but the idea of having his flesh torn in pursuit of an uncertain goal checked his progress for a moment untU...

At first he thought it was the sun, reflecting off of quartzite or mica, but then it fluttered like a substance with far less mass than the indigenous rocks.

He made up his mind. Despite the danger, he would push through the underbrash to find out what it was.

Moments later, scratched by 20 feet of dried thoms, he reached his quarty. To his astonishment and utter delight, it was not substance at all, but electrons and they were forming a message.

You made a mistake in a previous column. Bob Cummings is married to Maggie. They have three children. Jaime Navarro is CO of VT-31 in Corpus Christi. He is married to Stacey.

He reached out to grasp the electrons, but he faded Uke the Cheshire Cat's smile into nothingness. Alas, it was not quite mail, just a cortection. Nothing new under the sun.

He decided to push on although it was more of a pull than a push. At least the afternoon sun was begintung to wane, but that only meant night would soon be upon him and, with it, a host of colder, altemative hortors.

"I wish I was in a hospital," he yearned, "Hooked up to a beer-V." Beer-Vs were the latest in medical technology. Doctors on the cutting edge of medicine had discovered their profound and positive affect in treating patients who took life too seriously. Once adnunistered, they had an almost immediate chilling out affect on even the most tightly wrapped of Type As. Still, like any prescription narcotic, they could be abused.

Perhaps it was the intensity of his dream of medical attention, perhaps not, but suddenly a vision materialized toward the mountains in the distanceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; or was it real? He couldn't tell, but it had what appeared to be a red cross on it and was surtounded by seemingly thousands of insurance clerks at workstations inputting claims information. The sign out front said, "St. Jude's, Memphis, TN." "What is this?" he asked to himself, but out loud.

"Mike Harber's new duty station," came the reply from a chorus of siren-like claims automatrons.

"He retired 1 June and will soon be working for us."

"Technically, no," he countered, "He'll be working for the hospital."

Tuming as one to face one who dared contradict them, the HMO-bots shot fire from their eyes and screamed, "Foolish man, everyone works for us!"

And, suddenly, the vision was gone. Had it been a mirage? His mind spun in confused fatigue.

"Dang," he cried despondentiy, "I'll bet they would've had jello in the cafeteria, too!"

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tive hope, on he crawled through the night, his sttength not so much failing now as it had been nourished somewhat by the news. After all, it had been a kind of mail.

And then he saw it or, more specifically, them.

There were 29 of them. They were trees. Palm trees.

They were planted in a circle around what appeared to be an oasis, but not of water. He crept closer, half tertified that the scene might only be some taunting apparition instead of the end of his plight.

He shook his head and wiped his eyes with grimy hands. The trees remained.

Struggling to his feet with his last ounce of strength, he staggered forward too joyous and tired to speak, through the palms to the treasure they surtounded. Lying on the ground bathed in the soft glow of a full moon was the answer to his prayers.

Better than food or water. It was an envelope with a Navy seal on it. What's more, there were more seals inside. Actually, they were SEALs not seals and one was Tom Carlson who had been relieved 20 June last by Charles Lockett as CO SEAL Team One in Coronado.

"Hmmm," he hmmed, "After a fun tour like that, rU bet they sent him to a desk in D.C. Probably something lUce Naval Special Warfare Community Manager, Naval Personnel Command, Washington, D.C." He was right and...he was saved!

Raising his hands to the stars, he gave thanks to the deity for saving his column from moumful emptiness. He would read the mail, again and again, until his strength had remmed and then, yes, he would walk out of the desert. He was so happy. He began to dance.

And then he woke up and was dancing in his chair in his basement in front of his computer. Around and around he spun until he fell on the floor which reaUy woke him up.

"I was dreaming," he exclaimed, rabbing his head where the knot was rising. "It was all a dream. I diought the column would be empty, but it isn't.

The old magic is still there."

Then he saw the screen and his smile left him. A message floated diagonally as it bounced off the walls of the viewing area Uke a game of Pong.

"Remind them about the 20th Reunion, 11-14 October 2001. 150 rooms reserved at the Radisson, 3-night miiumum at S159/night. Anyone interested in helping plan taUc to Noreen at 516-596-1219 or jmleahy@aol.com."

So he did.

"And, by the way," it mocked, "Next deadline's only a month away."

Smacked in the face, fuU force, with the reality that the ordeal would be repeated in four short weeks, he chased tiie fleeting message with his cursor, but just as he caught it, it dissolved like the Cheshire Cat's grin, leaving him to save as and shutdown in a profound silence.

"I hope the mail comes," he wished almost out loud. "I just hope it comes."

Eamestiy he hoped. With all his heart he hoped.

For, if the mail didn't come, one day, in the nottoo-distant future, he might find himself starting the column with the words...

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 Cort Sec'y: LCDR Greg Eisman 2721 Buckhom Oaks Drive, Valrico, FL 33594-4202 e: cortespondingsec@usna82.org Class Web site: www.usna82.org Greetings, '82! John Fernandes (33) here for my third and final column. Greg Eisman has finished his PCS move and those million in-between stops to finally settle somewhere in sunny Spain.

I've really enjoyed filling in while Greg was moving. I'm also very glad he's back. I've found doing our monthly column to be a lot more work than I had anticipated. I commend Greg for all his hard work both in the past and yet to come. But enough of that; on with tlie latest news.

First up is a note from Kevin Mabon (10): Whew! I think the last time 1 corresponded was about 1984 or so.. .Anyway, 1 got out in 1993 (JO tour GurrARRO, SD; prototype commando tour; DH tour STONEWALL JACKSON, Charleston) and started a retail specialty toy store called "Imagine That!" in Wenatchee, WA (apple country). We sell specialty toys like Brio, Learning Curve, and Playraobil as well as funky stuff like rubber chickens. Lots of lessons leamed here—but let's sumraarize it as retail is a really hard profession at which to raake a good living. I have also stayed in the Reserve and am currently the training officer for NR CoraSubPac Det 320 at Bangor, WA. Made the 0-5 list this year.

I got married to Ann Carap in 1991. Ann is a research scientist with the U.S. Forest Service in Wenatchee. Ann's daughter, Caithn (13), is very ranch a 13 year old that is quite capable of tying up two phone lines at once. In August '99 through January '00, I was active duty at ComSubPac, working as assistant training officer and later as acting N48 (budget analyst). (Wishraystore wrote checks with as many digits as the ones 1 did at ComSubPac!) 'While there, I ran into CDR Bob Brennan (10) who was the PCO of OLYMPIA. I

assume Bob is now CO of OLY; as I remeraber, he was supposed to have OLY in April. 1 also periodically run into CDR Angus McColl (17) at Sub Group Nine Bangor, WA, where he is N4/7/9.

Andrew Palowitch (24) sent in a note and a picture ofthe '82ers in attendance at Dan Mack's (31) change-of-command. Dan became CO of HOUSTON

on 21 January 2000. Pictured are Dan Forney, commander, U.S. Strategic Command stationed at Offutt AFB in NE; Roger Patterson (31), airline pilot living in Clover, SC; Dan Mack (31), the new CO of HOUSTON; Tom Pasternak (31), patent attorney for Jenner and Block, living in Chicago, IL; and Andrew Palowitch (24), CEO/chairman Dynamics Technology, Inc., Tortence, CA. Also in attendance, but not pictured, was Paul Shaw (31), VP and CIO, Licensing Management, Inc., in San Diego.

From the weekly Alumni news update: Mark Menzuber (12) has been named new e-business strategist for Ruckus Interactive, the interactive division of Russell & Herder. He will work closely with clients to develop interactive strategies and provide project management and client service. In addition to being one of our Classmates, he is also a graduate of Northwestern University's J.L. Kellogg School of Management with a master's degree in marketing and finance.

1 also heard from Mike Norton (31). He and Richelle are doing well in Kansas City. Mike works for Sprint. Their oldest, Chris (16), is taller than Mike, and Rebecca (13) tops her mom. Kyle (11) has some catching up to do.

Well that's it for this month. Stop by the Web site (www.usna82.org), where this column is posted.

See our new look, and catch the latest tailgater news.

—John Fernandes

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Pres: CDR James H. Flatley IV, USN 8506 Crowley Place, Alexandria, VA 22308-1822 e: CGFLATS@aol.com Sec'y: LCDR 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 Class, Attention! Seats! Hold on, summer's already more than half over and where are those postcards? Get busy and send me one on the double— it's not too late to make good on that New Year's resolution to write in to Shipmate before the end of the millennium! Lot's of news and photos this month, so here is your first reading assignment: Greetings, shipmates. Just a quick check-in, since I've got this month's Shipmate open in front ofrae.Still holding down the fort here at the Surface Warfare Center of Excellence—SWOS Newport. I have had the good fortune to have been slated to take command of Assault Craft Unit TWO (ACU 2) out of Little Creek, VA, 1 June. That means I'll be here for another year, reporting on shipmates passing through. Carlos DelToro is preparing tofinishup at PCO school en route to

Keep in touch with classmates.

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christen his new coraraand BULKELEY ( D D G - 8 4 ) .

Archie Dunn is due to roll from the instmctor staff here in July to report to INSURV PAC in San Diego. I've got leads on a few raore of the "Roarin' 20" gang to pass on next week. Hope all is well with you and yours. Keep up the great work keeping the Class in touch.

—CDR Ken Levins, SWOSCOLCOM Code 412, Coraraand Training Dept., 446 Gushing Road, Newport, RI 02841-1209; Kennetii.C.Levins® SWOS.Navy.Mil. Thanks, Ken, for the news update and kudos from the mecca of surface wtufare.

Here is your second assignment, pick out the "Navy" Hawaiian shirt.

OK, did you spot the "Navy" Hawaiian shirt? Trick question! It is not the sporty polyester outfit that Mark has on, take a closer look at Joe's battieships.

I just got an announcement that Dan N . Dixon (7th Company) took command of this Strike Squadron 25 on 22 May 2000. The ceremony took place on A B E LINCOLN. Dan and his wife, Becky, plus four k i d s , live in L e m o o r e , C A . T h a n k s to B r i a n Hinkley for that Intel report.

In an effort to get more good news out that's less than three months old, I ' m pleased to announce that Jay M c G o v e m took command of Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron 75 in Jacksonville, FL on 22 July 2000. I see tiiat CDR Steven M. Wirsching took the reigns at Seabee Battalion #4. Congrats to Dan, Jay, and Steve on reaching the command pinnacle. I ' m sure that there are more command stories still out there to be reported.

A story to settie (or start) an argument comes from Pete Stitt: An old sailor and an old Marine were sitting at the VFW arguing about who'd had the tougher career. "I did 30 years in the Corps," the Marine declared proudly, "and fought in three of my country's wars. Fresh out of boot camp I hit the beach at Okinawa, clawed my way up the bloodsoaked sand, and eventually took out an entire enemy machine gun nest with a single grenade.

As a sergeant, I fought in Korea alongside General MacArthur. We pushed back the enemy inch by bloody inch all the way up to the Chinese border, always under a barrage of artillery and small arms fire. Finally, as a gunny sergeant, I did three consecutive corabat tours in Vietnam. We humped through the mud and razor grass for 14 hours a day, plagued by rain and mosquitoes, ducking under sniper fire all day and mortar fire all night.

In a firefight, we'd fire until our arms ached and our guns were empty, then we'd charge the enemy with bayonets!"

"Ah," said the Sailor with a dismissive wave of his hand, "All shore duty, huh?"

The response so far to the "Calling all Pros" has been good. If you have a second, third, or fourth (or more) professional degree or accreditation, please send in that information. Also, check out www.usna.com for a quick way to update your contact information with the Alumni Association.

Tom Dacey sent in this update: Please note email address change space2001 @ compuserve.com.

Mark Johnston (MarkJh@langworld.com) sends: Since graduating I have eamed an M.A. in national security affairs frora the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. 1 ara now half done with an executive M.B.A. frora the University of Washington in Seattie. 1 will graduate in June 2001.

More news from Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey: Chris Rice, received the 1999 Admiral William Adger Moffet award—Way to go!

Thanks guys for keeping in touch and keep up the hard work.

I hadn't heard from John "Ping" Scanlon in awhile, now I know why:

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Scenes frora the '83 D.C. Happy Hour in June. Mike Siraraons, Robin Beatty, Ruth Simmons, Tom Twomey, Jim Beatty, Tom Nicholas, Malcolm LeMay, and Carl Sink

Scenes frora the '83 D.C. Happy Hour in June. Tom, Mark Hagerott, Joe Spraill, Jira, Woody, Ruth and Mike, and Carl all got happy in less than an hour Greetings from San Diego! I've been out here since the raiddle of March, and will be leaving sometirae this week for the retum drive back to Alexandria. You see, in February, HQMC issued rae TAD orders to attend F-18 refresher training with the Marine Corps' F-18 fleet replacement squadron, VMFAT-IOI, located at MCAS Miramar. Having been out of the cockpit for four years at Quantico, it was indeed a very welcome set of orders. Thus, in early March, I threw some clothes into ray 1989 Chevy Beretta—yeah, that's right, the one with 167,000 miles on it—and threw my kayak and bicycle on top. Then I set out on a cross-country drive with two goals: to spend as little as possible on Interstate highways, and to only eat in restaurants that weren't chains.

Consequently, I ended up taking the historic old Route 66 most of the way, and it was awesome! I saw parts of this country that would even bring tears to Norman Rockwell's eyes.

Needless to say, the past three months in San Diego have been great'.

But alas, all good things raust come to an end.

After completing the three months of classes, siraulators, andflights,it is nowtimeto re-pack the Beretta and drive back across the country. I will retum to Quantico only long enough to pack my household goods and execute a July PCS move down to the Marine Corps Air Station in Beaufort, SC. See ya!

PS. Get this. The Marine Corps doesn't give email accounts to students at VMFAT-IOI, so 1 ara forced to mooch the free computers in a local Ralph's grocery store in order to type you this message.

John, in recognition of your loyal dedication, initiative, and perseverance in keeping the Class column full, the October column will not only feature

the "State ofthe Class" update, but will prominently feature a tribute to the U.S Marine Corps.

Read on for information on ' 8 3 Tailgaters this season...

From Jim Beatty (Beatty.James@hq.navy.mil): The wheels have finally begun to mm in an effort to resurrect a Class of '83 tailgater. Doc Saba has graciously volunteered to provide the beer frora his very own Deep Creek Brewing Company.

We are now working to procure a perraanent piece of real estate (soraewhere in the parking lot) to call our very own. I'm open for suggestions on how to identify the site—a banner, balloon or whatever else anyone coraes up with. I am not sure how formal we want the tailgaters to be but would like to propose another Happy Hour on 4 August frora 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at tiie Disttict Chop House for planning purposes. Obviously my email still works but the stories get much more interesting and the ideas more creative when beers are in hand. (See evidence above.)

The first horae game is on 2 September at 7:00 p.m. against Temple. We will come up with a start time for the tailgater at the gathering on 4 August.

I believe that lots of folks are going to try to make the Army-Navy game this year in Baltimore on 2 December Parking in Baltimore is a night-

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mare. I have tentative reservations on a church parking lot within a ten-minute walk of the stadium witii 83-f3 spaces. We could set up a tent and have a barbecue or even have it catered.

Resti'oom facilities are on site. I will commit one way or die other by 15 August. This will again be discussed 4 August, but if anyonefromout of town isflyingin for the game, please drop me a line if you are interested. Parking spots would be $10 per car, which is probably less than it would be at the stadium if there were enough spaces (which there are not).

Cheers and Beat Army!

Of course, due to printing lead times, some of this information is "old" but the gouge is good for the Army-Navy Game, so get a message into Jim now!

Lori and James Stewart on the sand in Maui, HI As I am rapidly approaching the matrimonial state myseff, I appreciate the following item, courtesy of James Stewart (15th Co): I have enjoyed your columns and finally have something to submit. I finally gotraarriedon 22 May to Lori Briggs at sunset on the beach in Maui, HI. Lori was from Richmond, VA, and we now reside in Murfreesboro, TN. I have been a sales rep for American Paper & Twine in Nashville, TN, for the last ten years. My brother Gary was ray best man and his wife. Amy, was matron of honor.

They have known Lori for the last 15 years and are the ones whofixedus up.

Congrats to you both and welcome Lori to the Class Act In case anyone is trying to reach James, shoot me an email and I can give you his contact info.

My apologies to Rob "Piro" Piroumian for misspeUing his name twice in last month's column! And thanks to Mike Simmons for calling my attention to it. Rob, did you get in touch with Mr. Joe Latchford?

So this month's assignment was pretty easy after all. Next month, get in shape with the Marines, revel in the season premiere of tlie Ex-YP Files, and laugh at the fools of sutnmer, caught on the '83 Cam! Here is the quote for the upconung Football season: "What I'm looking for is a blessing that's not in disguise." —Kitty O'Neill Collins. Amen!

Go Navy and Beat Everybody. See you here next month, celebrating my last column as a bachelor.

Class attention. Class dismissed.

1983—A Class Act!

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Pres: CDR Steven G. Young, USNR c/o Legg Mason, 600 Washington Ave. Towson, MD 21204; w: 800-368-2558 e: SYoung@LeggMason.com Sec'y: Robin Franke 304 Dreams Landing Way, Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-573-9420; ceU: 410-991-6642 e: refranke@mindspring.com Sec'y: Karen (Malloy) Halverson PSC 450 BOX 487 APO AP 96206-0487 commercial: 011 822 7916 8342; DSN: (Korea) 736-8342; e: dkhalverso@aol.com Class Web site: www.usna84.com Hello one and all from the shores of the Sevem River We've had an unusually wet summer so far this year, and it is about as green as I think I ever could remember for July. We've got a lot of news to pass on, so let's get right to it. Karen passes along her best to everyone—family life is keeping her very busy overseas.

The first item of business is to pass on the sad news that Tom Baker (11), passed away on 12 June of an apparent heart attack while playing basketball. Tom is survived by his wife, Teresa, sons T.J. (4), Dennis (2), and Nicholas (9 mos.). A memorial service was held at St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel at the Naval Postgraduate School wliere Tom was a smdent. The Class was represented by a number of individuals, including Kevin Monahan and Mike Matteo who drove in from San Jose with at least one other Classmate. Kevin's account of the memorial was well written and was sent out via email to everyone on the email list. Unfortunately, his email got erased from my files somehow, but he described Tom's witnesses as describing a dedicated family man who would be sorely missed.

CAPT Randy Hess '73, had the presence of mind to immediately pass along to us the bad news about Tom, permitting us to notify Classmates on the West Coast in time for the meraorial. We are all greatly appreciative of his efforts and I would like to thiiik we could all do the same for other Classes and for ' 84 if the situations were reversed. He passed on to me later that' 84 was very well represented in numbers. People came from all over the state of Califomia, whether or not they knew Tom personally.

He also had the following information to pass along: The flowers frora the Class of '84 were absolutely beautiful and added imraeasurably to the raovingraeraorialservice for Tom. Please pass on NPS' deep appreciation to your Classmates along with my personal pride in coming frora a school whose Classes are bound sotightly.Class of '84 is really showing their class and rallying when and where needed. 1 did take pictures and will try to scan and send them when developed.

If we receive photos, we will publish them at a later date. Dave AumuUer (11) a Companymate of Tom's, also had the following to say: Tom was always the optimist at USNA. He was a gifted athlete, and we frequently coraraiserated over the acaderaic struggle. He was a natural leader, and he was a real gift to the USMC. He never lost his temper, was always someone you could count on, and was a tme teara player. 11th Corapany had its straggles during our years there, but Tom was above it. He simply was in a Class by himself. His loss is a huge one, and I can only hope that we can try to work to be as good a person as he was in his life. 1 haven't seen Tom in 16 years, but his reputation was impeccable. His parents and faraily should be immensely proud of what he represented to his nation.. .this guy was a trae All-American.

Dave also passes along that he is in the process of moving to MarForLant staff at Norfolk, in the G3 there.

The Marines at Naval Postgraduate School have set up a fund for Tom's kids. Donations can be made via check payable to: NFCU for: Thomas Baker.

Donations can be mailed to: Marine Corps Representative, Naval Postgraduate School, Code 037, Ingersoll 116, 555 Dyer Road, Monterey, CA 93943-5103.

Tom left a posthumous legacy for us all, publishing an article in the July issue of the Marine Corps Gazette entitled, "Implementing Change and the Basic School Quandary." I hope you are able to snag a copy to read.

Jim Wilson (jwillson@hq.alliedpilots.org) dropped everyone a line to keep us all posted on his whereabouts: Just a little update for the Class page. Mandy and 1 have made a midcourse correction to our life, leaving Continental Airlines. I accepted a position with the Allied Pilots Association (APA) as a staff safety manager/engineer. So we have moved to Grapevine, TX. The opportunity popped out of nowhere and the whole deal was done before we could blink, including our old home being sold in one day. Everything has happened so fast that our heads are still spinning. Fortunately, Mandy gave up her profession to raise kids (Julianna and Jimray) a few years back, so there were no strings holding us down in Houston. Any Classraate pilots are welcorae to stop by APA headquarters in DFW and say, "Hi." Ivan Rosa (35) also contacted me to teU me that he, Brany, and the kids are living in Jupiter, FL, (two hours south of Orlando) and everyone has an open invitation to come over and eat his chow. Apparentiy, if you get bored with Jupiter, West Palm Beach is close by, with its sand and golf courses. Sounds like a 35th Company road trip in the making.

I have frequently asked Classmate's spouses to drop us lines from time to time, and I am extremely pleased to hear from them. They are able to contribute an interesting viewpoint on goings on, and Carolyn Stys (wife of Mark Stys (mark, stys@ fmr.co)) is no exception. She emailed me the following news: My narae is Carolyn Stys and my claira to farae in life is that I ara Mark Stys' wife. I saw your note in Shipmate and since we have had some major changes I thought I would write.

We are moving back home to Boston...finally!

We have been in Florida for two years, but Fidelity Investments has wooed Mark back to head their Fixed Income, Strategic Planning Unit in the Capital Markets Division. Mark is already living up there while I stay and wait for our sons to finish school. Our boys, Bobby (11), Matthew (8) and Michael (3) are very excited to be going back home and watching the Red Sox's go all the way this tirae...they are young and naive! We have yet to find a house so the best way to reach Mark is via his eraail. I know Mark would love to hear frora everybody.

Now, to pass along some administrative notes.

Some of you have sent along some digital photos for inclusion in Shipmate. I want you all to be aware of the following formatting requirements for digital photos. They should be in grayscale (B&W if possible), at a resolution of 300 dpi or better (if it is better, however, your friendly cortespondent is likely to get hot under the collar waiting for it to download onto his machine). If your photo is less than two inches wide. Shipmate must have the original to work with. The files should be saved in either TIFF or JPEG formats. Don't forget to include a list of everyone in the photo, and a caption of your own. If there is no USNA Alumni in the picture, you can forget about it, because it won't get 135

published—not my rales. (Ed's note: see the alumni association Web site for specs, www.usna.com/ News_Pubs/Publications/Shipmate/ DigitalPhotoSpecs.htm) One last administrative item: The quick dissemination of information regarding Tom Baker's status, memorial, and final interment was made possible by the Alumni Association's Class database. 1 was able to get breakdowns of email addresses by region. Class, and so on. If you live in the Monterey area, or the D.C. area, and could not attend one of these ceremonies because you didn't get the word, it is because you either have not registered your email address with the Alumni Association, or the one they have on record is defunct. Many of you got the message via the grapevine. Curtently, only about 45% of us have bothered to register, and of these, about 50 addresses are defunct. There is only so much I can do, and if I don't have anyway of contacting you, then the next time I have urgent news that is or should be of interest to you, you're going to be left out in the cold. Again, I urge all of you who did not get any e-cortespondence on Tom Baker to contact the Alumni Association and update your email address with them as well as registering on the Class Web site. You can update directly by going to their Web site, www.usna.com and clicking on "About USNA AA." Change your address. Simple enough. Or you can call the records department at 410-263-4448 ext. 203 or ext. 148.

'Nuff said about that.

Until next time, see y'all around—Robin

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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 Hello again. Fall is in the air at last—after a long, hot and surprisingly rainy summer here in the nation's capital. (Well, where I live, I'm actually closer to the nation's capital's prison, but you get the idea.) It must be the summer doldrams (remember, I'm writing this in July), but there's not been a lot of news over the past few weeks. So, of course, I'll talk to you about—the Reunion! By now, you should've sent in your Reunion 2000 package, ordered your memorabilia, reserved your room(s), and artanged the babysitter, if applicable.

Unless you're like me, look, let's be honest here— I'm sure that many, many of us have not yet sent in our packages, ordered anything, or even thought about where to stay. So what? It's late, but its not too late. Please don't pass up this opportunity to reconnect with an important part of your personal history, just because you missed the 1 August deadline. Show up! Email me or—preferably—Tina Higgins to find out how to overcome any lastminute anxieties and just do it. For late-breaking details, check out the Web page at www.usna85.org.

Glen Langford As I mentioned in the last column. Glen Langford passed away back in May. There's an obituary by his dad in the back of this issue. While I was calling around 15th Company to let everyone know the bad news, Tom Plofchan and Greg Maxwell both helped me out with a recollection of Glen (or "Ace," as we called him) from a birthday party right after the start of First Class Year. We in 15th 136

Company held a birthday party for someone (both Tom and Greg remember different people, so I won't guess) featuring the two essentials for any truly memorable get-together: way too much beer, and a giant sheet cake. Well, halfway through the first essential. Ace, with his trademark wicked grin, began idly tossing the second one at people. Next thing you know, a full-blown food fight erupted. When the, er, crambs cleared, Tom—who was our duty driver that night—realized that Ace had disappeared, heading back to the Hall. Unfortunately, he was pulled over by one of Maryland's finest, who had a hard time understanding the sight in front of him: an extremely gooey-looking guy with short red hair and the aforementioned grin. As Ace told us later, the trooper asked him: "Son, what that &*$!! all over you?" To which Ace replied cheerfully, "Frosting, sir!"

Of course. Ace got a black N out of the whole affair—I remember him wearing it from time to time. Ace was a wild man, the kind of guy whose presence definitely added a couple notches to whatever was going on. We'll all miss him.

Well, that's it for this month. Remember to keep Glen Langford's family in mind. As ever, Mike

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Drew Tanner and Mark Barth ring in the millennium reminding us of the importance of the "Designated Driver" program September is here. Hard to believe since I am writing this after watching a terrific 4th of July fireworks display on Lake Grapevine in Texas. Spending a wonderful evening with my lovely bride and man cub, helped wash away the melancholy that I have been feeling lately. I recently suffered the loss of an old friend, and as far as I'm concerned, honorary Classmate of the Class of '86. Yes, after 15 happy years, my Midshipman mobile is finally dead.

The end was sudden. While racing to work for a 5:30 a.m. sign-in at DFW for a Delta trip, I cracked a cylinder head in my 1976 BMW 2002. With death looking her in the face, she valiantiy struggled into the employee parking lot, making her final gasp as she brought me to a safe stop.

Many of you rode in her, or on her in Tom Kolongowski's case, over the years. It was love at first sight for me. I saw her picture in a "for sale" ad as I went down the ramp from 5th wing into

King Hall. She was being offered for $5,000 by a soon to graduate '85 Firstie. We signed the papers in the 7th wing parking lot just before he tossed his hat, and we all reached our top naval rank, that of First Class Midshipman. That day, on the advice of a Classmate, I put a bottle of Lowenbrau in the tmnk in case I broke down in a Maryland desert and was dying of thirst. That bottie is still in the trunk, though it would take more than the threat of death to get me to drink it now.

In our remaining time in AnnapoUs, she made the weekly 10th Company pilgrimage to Georgetown dozens of times. Slie liad the honor of conveying the likes of Bob Maus, Mark Barth, Mark Thibodeau, Joe Wallis, Scott Franklin (frequent rider), Mark Declue, Kevin O'Malley, Dave Long, and scores of other Classmates. She had this strange habit of belching clouds of foul smelling blue smoke into the passenger compartment every time I decelerated. I called it my "James Bond smoke screen." Crammed and coughing in its small interior, the five or so of us would crane our heads out the window trying to clear that "purple haze."

After graduating, my bimmer guided me to San Diego, Pensacola, Fallon, Beeville, Jacksonville, Atianta, and finally Fort Worth. In 1990,1 busted a water hose. Late to a party, I jerry-rigged a garden hose as a quick fix. That garden hose still resides under the hood. That was the only time my friend ever let me down. Too bad humans aren't that consistent. I'll strip her of her Class of '86 parking sticker, and the A-4 Skyhawk control stick I installed on the stick shift, and my Journey and Rush tapes that have been in her glove box for a decade.

She reminded me every day of my humble beginnings on the Sevem. I would have liked her to see me pin on those silver oak leaves. Oh well.

I thank you for indulging me in my eulogy. Now on to more worthwhile endeavors. From Guy Maiden (saltsam86@aol.com), our former "Sodium Chloride" Sam and Class Secretary, I received the following: Despite the cost of living, ever notice how it remains so popular? It's currentiy #1 with me.

Thought I might take two maintenance rainutes and provide you with some material to help meet that looming Shipmate deadline. I remember the demoniac pressure, although that's not what precipitated around 1995 my swift egress as the Class commentator. Neither was it the fact that back in those "salad days" we all didn't have the benefit of email and thus I always found myself two days prior transcribing Classmate letters onto WordPerfect vl .0 between the midwatch and 7:30 a.m. quarters. No. Ultimately, I was forced to swiftly flee on account of I'm still delinquent on a "few" hours of comraunity service in west Tennessee, and my pen here had alerted the authorities to my trail. Perhaps a curt catch-up will not compromise my freedom. I've married up—way up. Despite the fact that the blue book on my car rose and fell depending on the araount of gas in it, ray Goucher Gal Besianne—a lawyer in Norfolk— said, "Yes." We married in September 1997, two weeks before I made my first (gulp) deployment in ray department head tour with VF-102. (She turned down the honeymoon in Dubai). Matt and Kevin are "proceeding on schedule." Both are already beginning to pad their applications for USNA (Class of 2012 and 2013, respectively).

Matt proved in 1997 the scientific fact that a Lego will pass through the digestive tract of a seven year old; Kevin continues to work on his study proving that the average eight year old can successfully conceal a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk. To increase their chances, 1 plan to cut off the AC and initiate Uniform Race drills every midaftemoon beginning in August 2005. Zachary ("ZMan" Class of 2022—"Golly Geepers" that's hard Shipmate, September 2000

to swallow!) blessed us 5 March '00. Carl Sandburg said, "A baby is God's opinion that the world should go on." Boy was he right. He is an awesome littie guy. As of this writing, I have been at the Joint Staff for about four raonths (Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Good Luck finding me in this maze, pals!). I find myself often standing in line behind Chris Reeger (currentiy pushing a Monster P-3 at OSD) at the fat food counter.

The commute between D.C. and Virginia Beach has principally taught me that I drive way too fast to worry about cholesterol. Someday, perhaps soon, quality of life will be a porch, a six-pack, and a bug-zapper. My nuraber in Washington, DSN 223-7523 ext. 107. If you're going to be down Virginny way, please call us—our version of CONORS is a case of Sam Adams in the fridge.

As they say on the Joint Staff, "Out Here."

Our next note shows how great a Class we have.

Usually a note to the Class Secretary contains news about oneself. This is the first note I have received paying tribute to another (non-automotive) Classmate. From Roger Morin (qiullpen3@aol.com): Four kids later (Mathieu (9), Amanda (8), Robert (2), and David (8 mos.)) and I am finally reporting in. This first time is to relay some kudos on another Classmate who has done well as a grant legal beagle—Jason Lagasca. He is all over the front page as being the man behind the plan at his former unit, the MCB Quantico Legal Assistance Office, which won the American Bar Association Legal Assistance for Military Personnel Award— a national award. Subordinates under his charges offered this sound bite: "Maj. Lagasca was the guiding light to all the improveraents and innovations we made. He's the reason we won the award." Jason now hangs his big smile at the Marine Barracks 8th and I, Washington. D.C. I have not seen him in many years.

My hat is off to him. My family and I are fine and enjoying intermediate level school (just completed my masters). (To Dan White) My hats off to you for being the Class rally point. Your leadership and fine effort are appreciated. If you could mention something about Jason in a ran of Shipmate I would appreciate it. USNA '86, "Wasn't easy— wasn't suppose to be..."

Roger, that was a pretty selfless act in bringing Jason's success to our attention. To Jason, congramlations from all of us on winning such a prized distinction. To Roger, thanks for reminding us of the qualities of humiUty, modesty and putting others above self. The Marines are lucky to have you.

Moving on, I received a note from Fran Sullivan.

You can see a picture of Fran in Veterans Stadium on our Class Web page along with Class Treasurer Jeff Homberger. Fran recently joined the staff of the U . S . C e n s u s M o n i t o r i n g B o a r d , w h i c h is charged to observe and monitor all aspects of the Bureau o f t h e Census' preparation and implementation of the 2000 decennial census. He serves on the staff of the four congressionally appointed members. There are also four members appointed by the President. His wife, Julianne, and he have two girls.

Sheila (4) and Regina (2). If you are in the D.C. area you can reach Fran at w: 301-526-6066 and h: 215-848-1411.

Those of you who know m e well know that I have nothing on Bill Gates when it comes to computer knowledge. The following is a prime example. Here I have the perfect Class News update. Full of names and facts on myriads of Classmates. Yet in my "cut and paste" existence, I cut the name of the author of this wonderful piece of work. As soon as I transmit this to Shipmate the name will come back to me, or f o r e v e r be lost in this c l o u d of early Alzheimer's disease that I sometimes find myself.

My sincere apologies to you, my "author of the month." When you read this, please send me your name, so that I may publicly humiliate myself again.

Shipmate, September 2000

After reading your last column in ray "treasured Shipmate," I felt corapelled to provide a short personal update of the last 14 years. Following NFO flight training, I reported to VAQ-137 at NAS Whidbey Island and deployed twice with AMERICA (CVW-1). Other Classraates living in Whidbey at the time were Jon Duecker, Steve Carwin, Frank Bijak, Joe Boener, Pat Walsh, Mike Taylor, Steve Varani, John Meier, and Art Vangeli—sorry if I forget anyone, but it's been a while. Four years in the Northwest made rae long for Bushwhackers and the "sugar white sands" of Pensacola, so I reported to VT-IO in 1991. Other Classmate instructors in Pensacola at the time were Lisa (Voegels) Brennan, Frank Dodds, Scott Dubov, Steve Szymanski, Kyle King, Jim Kern, Mike Tharp, and Jim Strase. Deciding that the aviation business was both far too fun and lucrative, I left active duty to attend law school and graduated frora Florida State in '97. Realizing that I had no interest in wearing a suit, I retumed to active duty in the JAG Corps and received orders to NS Mayport. Having raisplaced a few uniform items during ray three-year "vacation," 1 found my way to the uniform shop at MacDill AFB in Tampa.

Also wandering the aisles was Brett Sturken, assigned as a supply type to Special Ops Command, and whom I had not seen since graduation.

During Naval Justice School training in Newport, I touched bases with Gene Black, who was serving as a department head at SWOS, and fed rae lobsters until I couldn't walk. I reported to Jacksonville in 1997 and served as a legal assistance attomey and defense counsel before transferring to NAS Fallon last year.

I ara serving as the base staff judge advocate and have ran into many aviation friends and Classmates during my short time here. I attended a conference in L.A. last fall and was able to get together with Jesse Wilson (XO of a DDG), Jim McNeal (partner in Intemational Search Partners—a professional recraiting firm), BiU Hall (left the Marines and is in the process of seeking eraployraent with the FBI), Fran (Cardinalli) Franklin (mother of three and engineering consultant), and Bob Poor '85 (working at SpaWar in San Diego). Other Classraates at Fallon include Mike Dalgetty (flight surgeon), Jim Kuhn (OIC of VFC-13), and Tim Mackenzie (NSAWC instractor). Despite the reraoteness of Fallon, it's been a great tour and a great career opportunity for me. I'ra slated to roll in July 2001, so please look me up if you're passing through and low on beer raoney.

Now to show you how global our Class news has become, lets go from the paradise ofthe high desert of Nevada to the lovely Iberian Peninsula with Tim Allen (timallen449@hotmail.com).

1 just got your email from Mike Althouse. I thought I'd fill you in. Last you heard from me I was in Peace Corps, I guess. I finished up two years in the Seychelles Islands and headed back to the States. I started programming, and ended up as a consultant for Oracle in '96. Last year I got a wild hair and transferred to our shop here in Barcelona, Spain. I've been here just over a year.

I'm dating a Spanish girl named Sonia, and it looks like we'll probably be tying the knot sometime this year. Anyway, that's all ray info for now. Take care. (-1-34) 61-650-21-48; http://www.geocities. com/timallen449; address: c/Escorial 112, 6-4/ 08024 Barcelona/Espafia Back into this hemisphere we get the lowdown from Greg Schildmeyer: You have shamed me into providing an update.

I was in a USMC artillery unit in Carap Pendleton, CA, after graduation and basic officer training.

Most of ray memories from this time period are blurred due to the side effects of nuraerous Sundays at The Pennant. In 19901 transferred to Chicago for officer selection duty. I went there thinking I'd becorae a general soraeday, and we soraehow raade quota each year. Soraewhere along the

way, I lost my drive for military greatness and left the USMC in 1993.1 did not get accepted into the M.B.A. program I had targeted and I simultaneously realized that the girl I was dating would be a great partner for life. So I got a job selling medical testing services, then married Jill a year later It took a job change (selling operating roora stuff to surgeons) for me to realize that medical sales were not a good fit for rae. Meanwhile, Jill and 1 bought a house in St. Charles, IL,(40 miles west of Chicago) and did the Bob Vila rehab thing.

We have not moved, so we get to admire the fraits of our labor and have to tolerate the raistakes associated with the learning ciuve. I worked the next four years in various manufacturing positions for The Dial Corporation, then switched jobs and joined The Clorox Company in 1999. 1 currentiy outsource manufacmring services and enjoy the job content. For the last four years, I have been enrolled in the part-time M.B.A. prograra at the University of Chicago. I' 11finishin August of this year and, although it's been a great program, August can't come soon enough. The highlight of ray post-railitary life has been my raarriage to Jill and being blessed with three daughters: Megan, Eraily, and Kate. They range in age from three and a half years to one raonth. In total, life is busy, but I wouldn't have it any other way. To those of you who are still serving: "Thanks" for your commitment; I respect you for the sacrifices you make.

That's my story.. .and I'm sticking to it. It's about tirae for some others to belly up: I'm calling out Cannonball, Mosh, B, Killer, Tic, JYD, and Fife.

See ya at the 15-year Reunion.

Awesome update. Kathie and I spent a year fixing up an old house in Jacksonville. We were just starting to enjoy it when I was told to expect orders to VFA-195 in Japan. We sold the house one week before my orders were changed to a Homet squadron in, you guessed it, Jacksonville. At least the buyer will get to enjoy (as Schildy put it) my very flat home remodeling learning curve. Thanks for taking the time to write.

Steve Waugh (Quarters C, NAS Patuxent River, M D 20670; 301-863-6726) sent this note the other day: Paul, I had to laugh. Here I was, ready to raeet ray incoraing relief at NavAir. The day before he showed, I got ray Shipmate and in the '86 Class News I realize my relief is my Classraate: Eric Chase. Eric just graduated frora NPS, after a long stint as a CH-46 pilot. Just goes to show you, you never know everybody. In the line of USNA accolades, and how ranch our Alumni affect the world around us, here's a story for you. I ara leaving my curtent post as project raanager for the new Multi-Role Endurance UAV I am being relieved

by MAJ Eric Chase. We work for CAPT Lyn Whitmer '74. We have contracts with four companies, and Joe Lucey '68, Mike Cahill '68, and Richard Dawson '64, manage three of the prograras. What a testimonial! Anyway, I'm off to Yuma, AZ, and the AV-8 cockpit, after a short refresh in Cherry Point. Can't wait to fly V/STOL again...nothing else like it in the world. Cheers.

I know what you mean, Steve. I constantiy ran into Alumni in the airlines. It would be interesting sometime to make a roster of Alumni and their present occupations. Short of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, we probably have a ring knocker in every level of society. Give us a few years and it wouldn' t surprise me if one of our own occupied that honored address as well. As for me, no thanks.

Finally, I was surprised to see a Class of '86 ring for sale on Ebay. It has a beautiful one-plus-carat diamond as well as two small diamonds in the bezel. Asking price is a mere $9,000. So far no bids have been received. While I am saddened to see it at auction, we all have our reasons for parting with our pasts. (Ed Note: Please keep the Class and the

Association in mind if you happen to be in this position.) Dan White and the USNA ring bank coordinator have approached the seller in hopes that it might be donated to the Academy.

Don't forget. Homecoming is right around the comer. Check the Web page and our Class news for Homecoming 2000 activities. Have a great fall and please keep your emails and letters coming.

Audemus Esse Magnos

Klaus Barboza '87 and Whitney Keith '86 at USCGA in their new blue uniforms

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Now that football season is upon us, I look forward to seeing many of you in Annapolis in the months ahead.

Back in June, we leamed the exciting news that Kathy Allen was selected as a member of the 36th class of White House Fellows. There were ten men and five women selected this year, with six of the 15 being military officers. Kathy begins her yearlong fellowship in Washington this month working for a member of the Cabinet or a senior White House official. During her most recent tour, Kathy was the 0 0 with the Second Constraction Battalion in the CEC. In that assignment, she directed disaster relief missions in Puerto Rico, Honduras, the Philippines, and Vietnam; constraction of humanitarian relief projects in Indonesia; and support for intemational forces in East Timor.

Down south, no—keep going; further—Luis Polar is XO of a guided missile corvette in the Peravian Navy. Hopefully, come the beginning of next year, Luis will be promoted to commander. Roxana

and Luis have a daughter Flavia and they are expecting again in Febraary. Danielle and Jim Hines visited Luis in Pera last March.

Scott McFarlane became vice president of strategic partnerships for Dallas-based ServiceLane.com in May. ServiceLane.com is a leading company among those in the online referral networks for connecting buyers and sellers in the service industry market. Scott's previous experiences as a Naval Aviator, Harvard Business School grad, and businessman with NationsBank, Asian Energy Corporation, Enron Intemational, Thayer Aerospace, and an e-commerce start-up should serve him well with ServiceLane.com. Scott and his family live in the Dallas area.

While deployed in the Arabian Gulf this summer as XO of BARRY, Vince McBeth noted that he found Classmates in the strangest places. Tony Ferrari was located in a watering hole in Bahrain. Tony is the 0 0 for VF-143, embarked on EISENHOWER. Tom Keane reported to HS-5, also embarked on IKE. Dave Hughes is the XO of HOPPER. Jim Fisher and his HS-60 det were torturing the wardroom of SAMUEL B. ROBERTS, or was it the other way around?

All I know is that email attachments are a wonderful thing. Others hanging out on IKE for the deployment included Chris Thomassy, Ted Wallace, Wes Huey, and John Gasperino.

In early June, Primus announced the appointment of Kris Klein to vice president of professional services. Kris is responsible for global client business development and servicing Primus' existing client base through new eCRM services. Kris's prior job was with Arthur Andersen in Seattle.

Also in June, Bill Byrne was inducted into the San Mateo County (Califomia) Sports Hall of Fame.

Bill's outstanding achievements as a quarterback at Pacifica's Terta Nova High School eamed him this honor.

Steve Smith (A6GEO@aol.com or LILBOUDY@aol.com) sent in a nutshell version of his past dozen years. Steve married Pensacolanative Tricia following his flight training. His first tour was in Virginia Beach flying Intraders and deploying on FORRESTAL a couple of times. Daughter Tierney was born in 1990. In 1995, Steve transitioned to the E A-6 and was sent to Tinker AFB in Oklahoma as a TACAMO. Son Gage was bom in 1998. Curtentiy, Steve is the squadron maintenance officer. He expects orders to pack up and move for early next year.

Joe Piontek is OO for VQ-2 in Rota, Spain.

Out west, Nicole and Dave Sasek have moved to Port Huememe, where Dave is the new training officer for the 31 st Naval Constraction Regiment.

Dave's prior tour was as deputy resident officer in charge of constraction at Camp Pendleton, where

he oversaw a $450 million construction program.

Nicole is pregnant with their first child, which is due in December. Also, Dave completed a full Ironman triathlon in 11:57:33, finishing 428th out of 1,500.

For those longing for some old Bancroft Hall memories, check out: http://thelog.westhost.com/.

Additionally, a 416-page commemorative book on the 100 years of Army-Navy football is available at 1-800-422-6310. (Get ready for the 101st game in Baltimore this December!)

Last, as I write this in early July, please have patience with our Class project. Hopefully, by the time you're reading this, I will have an update to relay regarding the status of the new O'Course.

Unfortunately, the dreaded bureaucracy has slowed our momentum of earlier in the year. Again—^my sincere thanks for your support, which has made our gift to the Academy possible.

Keep the faitii! TTFN, TJW

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First off, I got some happy news from Debbie (Cuffe) Bans, with a photo from her June 1999 wedding: I've been out of the Navy now for alraost four years working in Atlanta for LHS Communications as a software engineer. For the last year, I've been working mostly from home as a telecommuter, which is great! I've successfully worked my way down the ladder (contrary to what most people try to do!) to allow me to work from home.

1 married Darin Bans in South Dakota on 24 June 1999, so we're coming up on our one-year anniversary this raonth. We currently live in Peachtree City, GA, which is a southern retirement suburb of Atlanta. I think I've got the low stress lifestyle down pat so far. Darin is a jet mechanic for Delta.

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Darin and Debbie (Cuffe) Bans, June 1999 And then, via Ingar Grev, I received the following aimotmcement from Karen and Mike Breslauer.

Congratulations!

Just wanted to let you know that Jacob Patrick joined our family on 6 June. He weighed in at 8 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long. Needless to say, our moving plans have changed. The boys and I are flying to La Jolla on 9 July—Mike will do the pack out, close on the house, drive to La Jolla and then we'll all head to San Francisco to see the Breslauer clan and then go on up to Whidbey.

That's all I have for this month, believe it or not!

Send in some updates'. And if you aren't on the Ustserv, think about joining it. There are instmctions for s i g n i n g u p o n t h e W e b s i t e , www.usna89.org. And while you're on the Web, register on the Class roster so w e can find some lost Classmates! I know, I know, I ' m a broken record.. .Till next time, ' 8 9 . . . M L M R

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Pres: Capt Robert B. Sofge, U S M C Sec'y: Eileen H. Laubacher 43 WiUowleaf Drive, Littieton, C O 80127 h: 303-904-0806; w: 901-565-2120 e: laubacher3@cs.com Web master: R o n Surfield e: rsurfield@netrail.net Class Web site: www.usna90.org Hi there everybody! This month is a short one, since I only got o n e note from H e r b C a r m e n (Herb_Carmen@usnaaahrc.org), so here goes: I've been lucky enough to be in touch with several of our Classraates lately, and I thought I'd share their news with you. Llew Lewis is now the operations admin officer on LINCOLN (CVN-72).

He reported to LINCOLN after finishing his tour as ADM Ellis' aide at CinCUSNavEur. Before coraing horae from Naples, his wife. Page, gave birth to their first son, David. David was 10 pounds, 4 ounces at birth. Llew described it as "41 Quarter Pounders." Reraarkably, he was uninjured after the remark. He recently pinned on 0-4, and he sent me a picture frora his pinning. He is holding David. No more JOPA for you, Wellie.

Deployed from the other coast. Bill Bulls is now CAG Paddles at CVW-7 with EISENHOWER. For those that will appreciate the weight of this news.

Bill is engaged to be married. He and Courtney

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Hackett will be married in September in Annapolis.

Their house in Norfolk is looking great. Bill put in a new kitchen, and the wood floors are gorgeous.

Curt Renshaw, combat systems officer on ANZIO, will be one of the first off the ship when they return in August. He will meet his new daughter, Maude, for the first tirae. Julie's been doing very well with Maude. Curt, who screened for XO, may be leaving his job early next year, maybe an Ops Research payback in DC for the former NPS superstar. He's been a superstar everywhere he's gone. He still holds ray vote for "Sraartest Man Alive."

Lauren and Mike Ruehring recentiy left their house in Portsraouth, VA. Mike left the Navy and took a great new job with GE. Before Mike got out, he was awarded an Air Medal for the heroic life-saving rescue work he and his NAS Oceana H-3 crew did during the big floods here. It was great flying. Sounds like they'll be happy, but it's sad that they're not still here with us in Norfolk.

They've been very good friends to us for several years. I won't know how to buy my next house without Lauren's help. Deb and 1 will have to raake a few trips up there to visit.

Catherine and Steve Silva just left ray place in Norfolk this raoming. He's an instructor at the H53 FRS in New River. He's leaving the Navy very shortiy to start business school at UT Austin. Steve will do some Reserve flying with the MH-53 unit in Corpus Christi, TX. Their daughter, Kylynn, bom last January, is absolutely precious. Red hair and all, taken frora both mom and dad, and she has the prettiest happy face. Steve's already got the skills for biz school. He figured out a way to get a great new car, and not have to pay for it until school's almost done. I want him on my budget teara.

I took a Naval War College nonresident seminar course on strategy and policy, and Sal Rafanello was in ray Class. 54 books from September to April with 300-400 pages a week of reading. It was tough, but "it's only a lot of reading if you do it." He had us over one night, and it never ceases to amaze me how talented Sal is at everything. That guy can do just about anything.

Sal's engaged to be married in September. He's working hard on NASSAU, and he was able to take the class and bring the ship out of the yards at the same time. I don't know how Sal did in that class, but I took my "B" like a raan—and ran.

As for us, ray wife, Debbie, and I are on our seventh year in Norfolk. It's the longest that I've ever lived in one town in my life. "Doc Debbie" is the director of the Victim Witness Assistance Program for the Norfolk Comraonwealth's Attorney, and she's loving the job. We don't have any kids yet, and it seeras we're one of the few at this point. Our only "kid" is Doug, a four-year old Alaskan Malaraute that thinks he's our kid. I'm an instmctor at VAW-120, the E-2/C-2 FRS. I'm teaching folks how to fly E-2s and C-2s, and enjoying my first shore duty. I've been taking classes at Erabry-Riddle at night, trying to finish ray raaster's. Wes Bannister showed me the way. He got his M.B.A. from Embry-Riddle while he was at VAW-120.

Eileen, I hope you're doing well. Thanks for the work on the Class column. If you or anyone in the Class is in Norfolk, feel free to call, drop an email, and/or stop by. We've got plenty of room for guests, and I've got way too much Scotch in the liquor cabinet for one man to drink safely.

Thanks for the update. Herb. For just one note, that was a pretty good one! Hope everyone enjoys themselves at the Reunion. I look forward to seeing the photos and getting the notes all about it.

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 Zippo. Zilch. Nada. Not a one.

Nothing in the mailbag this month, other than a few pieces of Home Town News Releases...

Earlier this year, Eric Woelper completed a deployment aboard the attack submarine SCRANTON,

which was part of the JFK battie group in the Middle East and Europe. Eric is now an 0-4 (okay, now I'm starting to feel old). Also with the JFK was Derek Granger, who is aboard SPRUANCE. We thank

them for their dedication and their vigilance on those mid-watches!

Wait.. .last minute addition. Here's Brad Carlson (bcarlson@goidc.com) with an update on our Class Project: USNA Class of 1991 Class Project Update, 4 July 2000 As we raove into the final stretch of our 10th Reunion Class Project, I wanted to provide you with an update on our progress: As you raay recall, for our 10th Reunion Class Project, we have joined with the Classes of '36, '38, '48, '61, '64, '71, and '82 in supporting die endowraent for the Leadership, Character Developraent, and Ethics Support Center as a coalition of classes.

During the '99-'00 school year, the coalition really got off the ground with enough funds to start providing tremendous support to the Brigade of Midshipraen. In November the coalition sponsored the lecture series, "Moral Courage: An Evening in Honor of VADM James B. Stockdale," an eraotional and educational evening of reflections about and by ADM Stockdale on his POW experiences and how his study of the great philosophers gave him the resources to survive those seven and a half years. During the fall and spring semesters, prizes were awarded to the Third Class Midshipmen who wrote the best ethics essays in their required ethics course, NE-203. The coalition is also supporting a joint research project by two USNA professors (one from history and one from ethics) on how ethics education and character development were conducted at the Naval Academy and the Military Academy in the nineteenth century.

In August 2000, the Resident Fellows Program launched. This is an intensive ten-month total immersion in professional ethics here at the Naval Academy. The first four fellows in this pilot prograra will include 0-5 Navy and Marine Corps officers and civilian acaderaics. The goal is to produce "graduates" better equipped to design and teach courses in professional military ethics in various railitary and civilian schools.

The Naval Acaderay Foundation approached Rich andraein late spring for an emergent funding need falling into the coalition of classes purview—funding the production of video case studies that will focus on character and leadership development to be used throughout the NLXXX course series. Our Class crest will be displayed at the opening of the video along with a tag line about our sponsorship.

Rich and I reviewed the proposal and approved the concept. We are waiting for the final production cost for a single video ($5,000-$10,000). By the tirae you read this, production should be underway. We will let you know when copies are available.

Finally, raany of you know through Rich's spring Annual Fund letter and various Shipmate articles that the Academy is launching a Strategic 139

Plan geared toward improving programs over the next ten years that will enable the Class of 2010 to excel with the leadership tools in this ever increasing hi-tech world. It is in this area that our Annual Fund unrestricted dollars are put to good use. Many in our Class are supporting both programs and for this we are grateful.

The bottom line is that our philanthropic dollars are vital to the Acaderay in achieving that extra "Margin of Excellence" we were provided during our four years. And now we have joined the ranks of alumni, parents and friends who make this sarae level of education possible for today's and toraortow's Brigade of Midshipraen.

Currently, our total Class giving is just over $130,000 ($84,000 in restricted pledges frora our 10th Reunion Class Project drive, $26,000 in unrestricted pledges frora the 1999 Annual Fund Drive and $20,000 in unrestricted pledges thus far in the 2000 Annual Fund Drive). Unfortunately, we were not able to reach as raany Classmates as we had hoped. If we missed you or at the time you were not able to support and are able to now, please contact rayself or CAPT Bob Hofford '61 at bob.hofford@usna.cora. With this last big fall push, I know we can top $91,000 for our Class Project! Each Classmate was asked to support this important project with a pledge of $300. While sorae were able to do raore, many joined at a lower level. The amount is up to you—just let either of us know what is comfortable and we will handle the paperwork.

The Class of 1991 has set the standard for all others in our decade to follow. Thanks to everyone for your continuing support of our great Acaderay!

Brad Carlson, 702-433-7248.

Hopefully, everyone is well. Please pass on your n e w s to my a d d r e s s a b o v e , or d r o p by USNA91.com.—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 By now, most of you are probably aware of the terrible tragedy our Class suffered on 18 June 2000.

For those of you who aren't, I'm etemally sorry to report that Bill Dey and David Bergstrom were taken away from us after demonstrating a wave-off maneuver in their F-14 during an air show at Willow Grove NAS, just outside Philadelphia. Both of them were instractors at Fighter Squadron 101, based at Oceana.

David was from Annandale, VA. Bill was from Hightstown, NJ. Bill leaves a wife. Deb, and a daughter, Kamryn. A trast fund for Kamryn has already been established at Navy Federal Credit Union called, "The Kamryn Dey Education Fund," and its account number is 2284645-005. Gifts in David Bergstrom's memory can be sent to the Naval Academy Foundation.

Curtently Bill's 6th Company Classmates are working on a memorial tribute at the Academy, and they've been kind enough to keep me in the loop.

I'll report out whatever they decide. I have a hunch there will be much more to report.

Regular programming will resume next month, and I apologize to those who sent in material hoping to see it this month. This month please remember Dey and Bergstrom. In their memory, I thank

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all of you out there who go daily into harm's way, doing jobs we civilians can't even begin to appreciate properly.

At times Uke these, what a quiet whisper speaks the heart, awed into silent reverence by the hand of grace.

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Pres: LT Matt A m y , USN VP/Treas: LT Matt Arnold, U S N Treas: LT Efren Mojica, USN Sec'y: LT Jim Mills, USN Cort. Sec'y: Capt Shogo Cottrell, U S M C 1405 SW Highland Dr., Lee's Summit, M O 64081 h: 816-246-4489; e: shipmate@usna93.com Class Web Page: www.usna93.com This past Fourth of July weekend I received severtd emails from Companymates who sent out some Happy 1-Day anniversary messages. I couldn't help reminiscing that particular summer and find it hard to believe that it has been 11 years since we sat out there on the field watching fireworks, desperately trying to memorize each other's hometowns!

First up is a letter from a dear friend. Missy Gerace, who now finds herself back on the Yard.

She writes: I'm now working as the women's admissions officer in candidate guidance on the Yard. I started last month and the pace has yet to slow down there.

So when your kids are ready, send thera ray way.

I'll be an expert by then.

Heidi Althoff is at the Harvard Business School.

She's doing some sort of internship in New York City with business banking. It's sounds stressful to me, but she seems to be enjoying herself.

I'm living in Edgewater now. It's great to be back north. I can honestiy tell you I don't miss the South at all. I've already been kayaking and raountain biking. I've got a camping trip coraing up and more outdoor activities then I can get to.

You've got to love Maryland.

I'ra going to keep this short but here's my new address and number if you ever need it: 3662 5th Ave., Edgewater, MD 21037; 410-798-7808.

I'm sure it won't be long before Missy finds her way back to the water and the boathouse. Also stationed in Annapolis is Matt Testerman who sent in the following: Jenn, Dean and I are enjoying our first summer assigned to the Naval Academy. I am teaching in poll sci and looking forward to ray CSTS craise with the Mids. Working with them is great fun, and the tirae at home with ray wife and son is wonderful. Dean turns one at the end of July. We took a family vacation up to the northeast for a few weeks in June. In between camping in Canada (attached photo of us at Pare du Gaspesie in Quebec), we dropped in on Shannon and Mark Holzrichter. They are doing well in Brunswick

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at their second sea tour. Hannah, their daughter, is wonderful and looking forward to her brother or sister to be bom sometirae this summer. Another VQ alum, Jenny and Mike Farren, along with their daughter, Meghan, are in Pax River, MD. They own a minivan, just put gutters on their house and dumped 15 bags of mulch in their front yard. Erin and Ken Ferguson are still in Monterey at PG School. He is working on a physics raaster's and is justifiably proud of having completed the Big Sur Marathon.

Frora 24th Corapany...Kirstin Krawczyk is here at USNA. She is the 27th Company Officer and I'm sure she is busy with Plebe Summer as I write this. Maria McMillen and her husband, Ray, are finishing up at the Academy. She is headed to Araphibious Warfare School. I ran into Andrea (D'Ambra) Lewis, her husband, Mark, plus their son and daughter at a friend's wedding in Norfolk. Andrea is at the Fleet Inforraation Warfare Center and has plans to start law school shortly.

Karen and Ed McNulty are living in Virginia. He is out of the Marine Corps, working for Dean Witter and has four of the big five checked off (wife, house, dog, SUV...no kids). Hard to believe we are all growing up. Pat Tangney moved to D.C. last year and is briefing the CNO. Rick Sullivan left the Navy and is working for a hospital soraewhere in the area. Mike Fivas is in Salt Lake City working on another coraputer degree.

He still has the 5ALIVE Camaro, though it is still slower and uglier than my Mustang. Jim Slaight, wife, Alice, and son, Jimmy Jr., just moved across the country to Lemoore, CA, to transition to the F/A-18F. Last, but not least, I stumbled across Matt Blunt's Web page as a Missouri state legislator.

Jenn, Dean, and Matt Testerman Mike and Missy, please keep us updated on the Academy goings-on, okay?

We've got yet another Classmate who is out there as an Internet entrepreneur. I'll let Mike Greene (MIKEGREENE@prodigy.net) fill you in: 1 graduated from Pace University School of Law in Jan 2000. I also graduated from Boston University with my MSB A in June 1996. More importantly, I have started my own Internet company www.minorityprofessionals.com. This site is dedicated to diversity in the workplace and will be an asset to human resource professionals nationwide.

Please have everyone visit the site and feel free to input their resume—It's aWfree! Anyway, take care.

I cliecked out the Web site and it's pretty cool, I must admit. Best of luck in this endeavor, Mike.

Let us know when you plan to have your IPO!

Shipmate, September 2000

Our next update comes from Jay Wylie (11 fli Co.) who writes: John Osborne and I just finished the Army Engineer Captains Career Course at Fort Leonard Wood, MO, and both got a master's in engineering management at the University of MissouriRoUa. John (and Heather. James, and Shane) PCS'd to Camp Lejeune where John will probably become the S-4 for 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion.

My wife, Monica, and I went west to sunny Twentynine Palms. I will be working as Coyote 13 (Combat Engineer Rep) forTTECG and all of the CAXs for the next two years.

I saw Tim Barrick '92 (11th Co.) for CAX 800. He's the inspector-instructor for one of the reserve infantry companies.

Sam Cook '92 is the assistant artillery rep (Coyote 22A) here as well.

Jay, thanks for keeping us updated. Hope that your move went well and that you are now settled down out there in the "Stumps."

My last letter came via the tried and trae method: U.S. Mail! Doug Huntington sent this to me a while back and I must apologize. It somehow was filed with some receipts and I didn't find it until two days ago. Please forgive me! Anyway, Doug writes to us from San Diego and also sent in a photo. Take it away, Doug!

I recentiy had the pleasure of attending Kevin Boykin's wedding in Sacramento. He married the former Kim O'Neal on 3 March 2000. Following their wedding, the Boykins went on a short honeymoon in Whistler before departing to NSF Kamiseya where Kevin is the new NavCent Liaison for CTF-57. He is hoping to mix in sorae C-12 slying there in between staff duties. Other Academy graduates in attendance included: Chris Cizek who is currentiy an instmctor at VT-86 in Pensacola, John Faxio who is an account raanager for Alcatel, USA (living in San Francisco), and James Detwller '95 who is at VP-4 in Hawaii. I am currentiy stationed at HSL-41 in San Diego.

Kim and Kevin Boykin Congramlations to Kim and Kevin. Best of luck to you! (Since I only did a WestPac, can someone tell me where Kimiseya is?) Thanks for the letter, Doug!

Wayne Grasdock recently forwarded an email to the executive committee regarding Army-Navy tickets. I know that the slowboat version of Shipmate is not very time critical, but we also post these articles directly to our Web site. Because of that, I want to mention that a very limited number of tickets for this year's Army-Navy game went on sale Tuesday, 1 August at 10:00 a.m. Eastem Time. They are only available via Ticketmaster telephone charge lines and their Web site. Please check our Class Web page for more information.

We'll catch ya'U next month!—Shogo

Shipmate, September 2000

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Pres: IstLt Scott K. H o m b u c k l e , U S M C PSC 556, Box 506, FPO AP 96386-0506 h: 011-826-11-737-0083 e: hombuclde@hotmail.com Vice Pres/Treas: Kirk Clermont 103 JuUana Place, Saint Marys, GA 31558-3624 h: 912-576-1775; e: Clermont@eagnet.com Sec'y: Chris Williams 1050 USS Georgia Avenue, Kings Bay, GA 31547 h: 912-673-2739; e: csglt@subasekb.navy.mil Cort. Sec'y: Jim Keck 1735 Felch Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207 h: 904-396-4008; e: Jkeck@usna94.com Web page: http://www.usna94.com Hello, ' 9 4 ! Wow, is September here already?

Hard to believe, but another football season is in full swing. I hope to catch a few of you in Orlando in October when we finally break the Notre Dame winning streak. If you're having a tailgater and want to advertise it for others, post it on the Class bulletin board. And don't forget to take lots of pictures and notes for Class news.

Speaking of news, let's open the electronic mailbox. Antonio Martinez (amarol8@hotmail.com) wrote way back on 17 April with the following update: This is ray first entry and I have heard littie news about the people in my Corapany. I get Shipmate delivered every month and read it avidly to hear news from you. Anyway, after graduation I went on a six raonth deployraent on board JOHN L. HALL to the Persian Gulf. After that I came back home (Peru) and I am here since then. I got married to my long-time girlfriend (Luciana, for those who heard about her) two years ago. I have no children yet.

Short and to the point...any questions? Antonio graduated from the 16th Company and his contact information (along with that for 15 other members ofthe 16th Company) can be found on the Class Ust. Grant Goodrich zipped me an email to let me know that he is going to be hanging around the Marine Corps for a few more years. It tums out that he was just selected as an Olmsted Scholar.

H e ' l l be g o i n g to t h e University in Maribor, Slovenia. But first, he needs to leam how to speak Slovenian, so he'll be a student at the Defense Language Instimte East in Washington, D.C. His new address is: 1701 North Kent St., Apt. 1201, Ariington, VA 22209.

Morgen (Paul) ten Hoopen wrote with the announcement of their new baby: Doug ten Hoopen '87 and I had our first baby on 31 March at Navy Hospital Jax. Her name is Anna Morgen and she weighed in at 8 pounds, 9 ounces. She is a joy, I tell you, and I am getting out of the Navy on 30 June to stay home and take care of her full tirae! Doug transfers to PersCora (old BUPERS) in Millington, TN, this suramer so we'll be cheering for the Titans next season and for a couple more years.

Congratulations to you and Doug!

George Segredo wrote to say he'll be teaching at the Coast Guard Academy until December 2000, and then he'll be going to Department Head School in Newport. He and his wife. Heather, are now located at 31 Gorton St., New London, CT 06320.

Next up is Joel Robertson: Greetings and salutations from Monterey.

Here's another quick update from the Robertson family.

I've got one quarter left to go here at NPS and I am heavy into my thesis. Oh, joy! Graduatio.T is right around the corner Next stop, Newport, RI, for Department Head School. Kimberly and MacKenzie will remain here in Monterey until I am settled at our next HOMEport.

As far as life here on the Bay goes, we are seeing '94 grads left and right. We most recently ran into Byron Alexander, Tre' Criner and Jeff Carty, who was out on a scouting trip in preparation for his arrival in July, and Chris Frey.

Michael O'Driscoll, who is also in the Information Warfare curric with me, was left out of ray last letter—sorty Mike. Aletha (Williams) Tatge and Charlos Washington are faces that we see a lot of—the Class of '94 is flowing into NPS, slowly but surely.

That's it for now. Kimberly and I will write mote soon.

Katie and Todd Brill wrote to announce that they are expecting a baby on 4 December. To add on to that, my wife and I are expecting our first child on Thanksgiving Day. We'll keep you informed.

Staying with the same theme of babies, Jamie McGann has some news to pass along.

Hello '94 out there. My input is short but exciting this time around. My wife. Sunny, gave birth to a healthy baby boy on 5 June at 5:26 a.m. Aidan James McGann came in at a respectable 9 pounds, 10.5 ounces. We are both really happy and enjoying every minute of this guy!

I am leaving IBM for another position with an information security firra 1 August, so needless to say life is really crazy on this end. My new job allows us to raaintain our residence in Norfolk, so any grads passing through are welcorae to give me a ring if they need a place to crash: 757-640-1541.

I'd like to close by taking a moment to pay respects to the two F-14 pilots from the Class of '92 (Bill Dey '92 and David Bergstrom '92) who passed away up at the Willow Grove, PA, Air Show in June. I grew up 15 rainutes from the base and it was the F-14s at the annual air show that made me want to join the Navy when I was a child. I pray for the health, happiness and safety of the families left behind. Peace.

Congratulations, Jamie and Sunny! And thank you for paying honor to our fallen shipmates.

I have one last letter to pass on to you. This email comes from Scott G u n d e r s o n ( T h e M o o n 9 4 @ aol.com): I've not written you yet, but there might be someone out there wondering where I ara. I am just getting ready to leave Kaneohe, HI. This is my first tour as a P-3 pilot in VP-9.1 will be leaving this fall for Kingsville, TX, as a T-45 instmctor pilot. I have qualified as a P-3 Instmctor Pilot and was lucky enough to pick up jet orders for my shore tour. I hope to transition to F-18s after my Kingsville gig. A lot has happened to me over the past few years. 1 got married to a wonderful Southem girl (Gayla) and had a boy (Alexander).

News In Brief Adan Cruz (23) is curtentiy in Washington, D . C , and plans to stay in the Navy. He'll be attending Department Head School in September. Bartt Greene is still in the Marine Corps flying Harriers out of Yuma, AZ. He is married with no kids, but two dogs. He'll be heading out on deployment in Febraary.

Heard Around the Yard Apparently, the new 'dant has outlawed The Log. However, rumor has it that Salty Sam still Uves.

He has gone underground and curtently maintains a home at www.thelog.westhost.com. H m m m . . . doubt that there will be much censorship now!

Web Update We now have 20,343 hits since our debut on the World Wide Web in September 1997. The Class list boasts 677 entries. Additions or changes to the Class

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list since include: Margaret Aden, Randy Pugh, Sean Boyle, Joseph Bell, Patrick Turner, Marty Ohme, Roy Gilbert, Ken Haxton, Chad Hixson, Jeffrey Carty, Brian Wineke, Joe Nowicki, Antonio Martinez, Patrick Turner, Chris Kuzniewski, Mike Garrick, Charlos Washington, Stephen White, Gregory Hryniewicz, Kimi (Shook) Fish, Brian Fish, Russ Fitzgerald, Buster Swanton, Jerry Donahoe, Andrew Marcelis, Jose Mercado, Jeff Carty, Sean Cronin, Timothy Schulmeister, Kimberly (Hurd) Robertson, Michael Amold, Kendra (Herber) Chappell, Van Chappell, Mike Sweeney, Eric Riddle, Graham Hamill, Chip Patrick, Vann Walke, Jennifer Price, George E. Segredo, Ronald Dowdell, Andrea Myers, Elliot Avidan, Sarah Loverich, Joanna Sprtel, Mike Makela, Rod Messick, Peter Dumont, Amy Bauemschmidt, Joey Frantzen, Heath Dewitz, Jennifer Price, Bradford Ligo, Michael Luckett, Brian Braggeman, Brian Whittam, Cleavon Smith, Jeff Carty, Erik Jilson, Mark Revor, Bryan Haas, Kenneth Graves, Josh Dittmar, Chico Manning, Justin Francis, Rob Doherty, Chris Williams, Jason Testa, Paul Lutz, Brian Cellilli, Bill James, William Darrenkamp, Julian Wilson, Christopher Claiborne, Robert Mcgunnigle, Brian Murphy, Leon Hsi, Mike Yang, Earl Young, Julie Antonacci, Steve Daczkowski, Nicole Tonnessen, Jana Vavasseur, David Salmons, Craig Hackstaff, Michael Bellotti, K. J. Moses, Anthony Miller, Bemadette Quattrone, Joe Nowicki, Jenna Hausvik, Eric Smith, Garry Devinger, Phil Armas, Eric Severseike, Ian Thomas, Christopher Hartell, Mike Wimer, Robert Koh, Michael Jones, Philip Campbell, Russ Hardy, Sean Fahey, Jeff Carty, Melissa (Cherwin) Mondzelewski, David Greenwood, Robert Koh, Paul Algoso, Garth Devries, James Parker, Johnny Meneses, Daniel Subia, Joe Nefflen, Chuck Cohn, Lee Cohen, Cheryl Thompson, Brian Hoffer, Jeff Carty, Jamie Mcgann, and Michael Balow.

Well '94, that's all for this month. I pray this fall season finds you near your loved ones, in heart and spirit if not in person. I look forward to sharing in your Class news over the next month, and even more to getting it out to you all. Take care and God bless.

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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! With another summer behind us, many of us continue to prep for new duty stations, new additions to the family, and, of course, another football season! Chris Georgi, our ever faithful cortespondent, writes us a few lines from Whidbey Island where a small contingent of Marines continues to fight the good fight not to be absorbed by their Navy sponsors. First on the slate is some much belated wedding news. Mark Ehmann married his bride, Lori (Micke), on 1 April 2000.

The Perin family, Easter 2000

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Pres: John Fleet p: 301-263-0384 Sec'y: LTJG Don Jamiola, USN Twin Pond Road, Topsham, ME 04086 p: 207-373-1459 Well, '95, is summer really over? Is it fall already? The cooler weather brings sad news to us grads in Maine, as we sent off VP-10 to their deployment in Puerto Rico and Keflavik. But VP-8 has retumed from their six-month deployment in Sicily. So good luck and welcome home.

Josh Levy sends a quick note from overseas. Josh says hello to all in sweet '95. Josh has been in Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron TWO (VQ-2) in Rota, Spain, for three years. His inspiration to send this note was seeing a young ENS Daniel Levy 'GO. Josh lives with Jake "Domingo" Daystar and they are living the NFO life as senior electronic warfare e valuators.

Ross Piper, Tom Hoover, and Josh Decaro are all electronic warfare commanders. Ross and wife, Pamela, are enjoying Rota, and Tom and Megan Hoover have a child on the way.

A latecomer for the Nav's, Mike Flynn, is still stuck on the Nav table but will soon start eaming his money in the back with the rest ofthe tube trolls.

In the last year and a half, VQ-2 has had numerous dets to Operation Northem Watch and/or Operation Allied Force, flying combat reconnaissance missions and enjoying some Uberty in Turkey and Crete. Also stationed in Rota are Karen Flaherty (recentiy married to LT Matt Corey, the C-12 pilot for the base), Christy Goode, and Christina Mock working at NEMOC. Former Companymates of Josh include Braxton Sisco and Wendy Piret '93 working at the Naval Security Group Activity. Josh states that any of these people will do for a perfect mooching vacation. Josh will finish his tour in Rota, and PCS to Naples in July to work for CTF-67. Josh closes with a "Hasto luego, muchachos." Thanks for the update. Josh, and Congrats to Dan.

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Well, that's it for now, good luck to all. Keep the letters coming! Later, Don

Lori and Mark Ehmann The two met while Mark was in Meridian during flight training. Despite April Fools' Day antics that left Mark wondering where the rings had gone (momentarily!), it was a classy and enjoyable wedding and reception. Participating in the celebration were Chris, Dave Mueller, Sam Bryant '97, Alex Degracia (USCGA '96), and Andrew Shapiro.

The happy couple is now residing in Oceana where Mark is flying the C-2. Congratulations to both of you!

Chris adds that Gina (Folz) and Les Payton celebrated the birth of their first child Joseph Allen Payton on 2 June 2000. The family is curtently in Hawaii where both parents are stationed. Despite 34 hours of complications at delivery and eventually a c-section, Gina and Joseph are both doing well. Best wishes with your new son!

Amy and Brian Nowak are also expecting a child. Chris notes that Brian is curtently on his last boomer patrol on OHIO but is expected to retum in time this month to share in the birth. The three will be heading to Great Lakes, IL, for some shore duty in late October.

Yet another addition to the '96 family came 27 December 1999. Lee and Jason Winn celebrated number two in the form of Taylor Julia Winn (who incidentally just missed the New Millenium honors by a couple days!). Congratulations to yet another happy family.

Last, Chris ends by affirming that he and Dave are continuing their lives as professional military students in Whidbey Island while they work their way through the RAG (both hoping to reach the Fleet before they pick up major!). They should be Shipmate, September 2000

L to r: Sam Bryant '97, David Mueller, Alex Degracia (USCGA '96), Lori and Mark Ehmann, Chris Georgi, and Andrew Shapiro heading to Cherry Point sometime this fall. I appreciate all of the good news, Chris!

I will add some adcUtional quick tidbits we received on some Alumni via Fleet Home Town News. Jonathon Murphy completed a deployment to the Meditertanean Sea and Arabian Gulf on JOHN F. KENNEDY where he participated in Operation Southem Watch. It is homeported out of Mayport, FL. At the same time, Robert Fannon was retuming from a six month deployment on ELROD (Norfolk, VA). The deployment took him to places including Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Romania, and Turkey. Chris Handwerk, William Prichett, and Greg Roach graduated from Submarine Officer Basic Course late last year, while Dennis Volpe remmed from a deployment on SPRUANCE (Mayport, FL). Mike Apriceno completed a deployment on CONSTELLATION (San Diego, CA,) last year, with Anthony Bilotti joining him with Strike Fighter Squadron 151 (aboard CONSTELLATION).

Look forward to your news and photos! Please take a few minutes to share with us what is going on out there.

As Margaret Lee Runbeck stated, "Happiness is not a state to arrive at, but a manner of traveling."

My best to aU until next month...Tonya

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Pres: 1st Lt Tom Wagner, USMC h: 703-784-2036 e: towags@hotmail.com Sec'y: LTJG Mike McGreevy, USN 4053 Smokey Lake Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23462 h: 757-343-4438 e: groovel997@hotmail.com

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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 Cort. Sec'y: Carrie Howe 44237 Webster, Canton, MI 48187 e: Ljohowe@aol.com Hello great '98! Well, now the summer is winding down, and we are all well into our Navy or Marine Corps "jobs," even for those of you who went to graduate school. As usual, let's go straight to the fleet to hear what is new with the '98ers. I'll start off with a note from Dave Hurren: By the time this gets out I'll be on my second deployment trying to stop the flow of drags into the country frora South America and the Caribbean. I've raaxed out the time to get ray SWO pin, anyone else? I'll be transferring out of Mayport in Deceraber, hopefully to ARCTIC (AOE8) in Earle, NJ. I think I'll miss Roadhouse (Rodi), though. Aaron McGowan, Rollo Salvatierra, and Grant Flynn are all living in Hawaii, not together of course, but with their wives. Go SWO! I hope your search for drags proves effective!

I think this next email is from Guy Snodgrass, but he never mentioned his last name, so I hope I have it right.

Just graduated from MIT on 2 June with a master's in nuclear engineering and another master's in electrical engineering and computer science. I was rooming with Brendan Beer '99.

On 2 June Micah Smith and I also had our promotion ceremony to LTJG. Micah graduated that day with a raaster's in mechanical engineering.

He dropped the desire to be a pilot and hooked it over to a sub interview with ADM Skip Bowman, so he's now a sub guy. He got a swank assignment at MIT for the suraraer before reporting to sub school. I hooked it out of Carabridge and just made it to Pensacola today for API (start tomorrow, 7 June ). I'm here for pilot training and have already met a couple of my API Classmates, so far all '00.

This letter sounds likes it's from Guy, but if I got it wrong, you'll see my correction later.

Now to another aviator. Shannon Callahan: On 31 March, several '98ers happily pinned on their Wings of Gold, in Pensacola, becoming NFOs: Silas Bouyer, Shannon Callahan, Josh Potocko, Johnny Loftin, Dave Manka, Darren Sweeney, and Rafe Wysham. Josh Potocko will be flying S-3s, Darren Sweeney and Rafe Wysham got F-14s, and Silas Bouyer, Johnny Loftin, Dave Manka and I will beflyingEA-6B Prowlers! Silas and 1 went through SERE together and are now about to start electronic warfare school at Whidbey Island. Then on to the RAG. Arriving in Washington, we raet up with other Classmates working to be Prowler ECMOs (electronic countermeasures officers): Jake Schmitter, Bryan Taylor, Brad Homing, Ryan Ahler and his wife, Laura, a GW grad, John Dinh, Tom McGowan, Jody Young and Max Miller.

Up here, we're flanked by EP-3 and P-3 types also going through training: Scott Kinkele, and Joey White. Everyone's enjoying the long suramer days and outdoor fun characteristic of the Northwestâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and it hasn't even rained that much lately! Hope I didn't leave anyone out! Best wishes to everyone in '98!

Thanks for the good scoop on everyone. Shannon.

Surprisingly, that's it for the letters this month.

Other matters of note are that our Class funds are doing well. If you get reminders in the mail to donate, please do. For those of you who have been donating already, thank you. We will start with the preps for our five-year Reunion soon. If anyone is interested in helping out or has ideas to share, please email me. If you are interested in buying an ArmyNavy 100th anniversary book, you can go to www.goarmynavyl00.com. Also, I have a few Class T-shirts left over (a guy in '00 actually mailed them to me). So, if anyone would like a Class T-shirt, let me know. Other than that, all is well on my boat.

I'll have some pictures to send to print later.

Keep the emails coming '98. Pictures are great too. Without you, I have no article to write. Parents, once again, if your son or daughter is too busy, feel free to write a letter for them. Thank you. Fair winds...DSF

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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 '99! Summer is now over, another school year is starting and our once Plebes are now taking the helm as Firsties. Makes you feel old, doesn't it? It is trae, the older you get, the faster time seems to fly by; how do we find the antidote to slowing it down? Enough philosophizing and onto the updates.

The first letter we have comes from Aaron Tver: Just thought I'd drop you a line to let you know how things were going. You can cross ray name off the Marine pilot list and add it to the infantry roster. 1 ran into a little trouble with a color vision test in P-Cola. It seeras that those squid doctors don't want youflyingif you can't see the landing lights on the daran boat...don't know why.

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granted my request to be an infantry officer. I'm on my way to sunny Hawaii now. I'll check in with 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines in raid June. They head off to Oki, raainland Japan, and Austialia in Deceraber. I'll keep an eye out for Buster O'Brien, Pat Cantwell, John Hey, and Kevin Navas while I'm out there. Taryn Brady also tells rae that she'll report aboard her ship in Pearl Harbor this August.

On another note, before I left Florida, I caught up with a few other members of the '99 beauty pageant. Brett Holdiman recently selected jets and is heading off to Meridian with his wife, Andrea. Jon Floyd is using his aero degree to figure out how raany kegs he can fit in the back of a P-3 as an NFO in San Antonio, and Matt Tharp will find out this week what carrier-based aircraft he'll be hitching a ride in.

I talked to Tom Kaess the other day. He set a wedding date of 5 August to tie the knot in Philadelphia with his long time sweetheart. Dawn, before he reports aboard WINSTON S. CHURCHILL in Maine. Eric Long, who's in API now, will be doing the sarae with his fianc^, Suzanne, soon.

Chris Locher mentioned something over email about getting caught in the middle of hostilities in Israel, while his ship was there on a port call, but raost of us are waiting to see just how big the fish was that got away on that one.

Lastiy, Jim Belshe reported-in a few days ago.

As our only '99 raember ofthe Civ-Div, he's holding his own at pre-raed school in Georgetown.

After our trip to Vegas together over MLK Jr. weekend, he got a temporary job while he was waiting to start classes this summer Now that he's knee deep in biochemistry, he complains about getting up before 10:00 a.m. for an occasional class (that he might go to) and tells rae that his horaework load has been infringing on the amount of tirae he has to go out at night...sounds rough.

Thanks for your letter, Aaron, and the updates on our Classmates. Sorry about the flight program but I don't think being in Hawaii and going to Australia is too bad of a deal. Congramlations to Tom and his new wife. Dawn, as they start their new life together. Not sure when Eric and Suzanne's wedding is, but a big congratulations to them also. Our next letter comes from Karen Castle (EWO@fife. navy.mil) w h o sent this in the m i d d l e of her WestPac: Wow, it has been a while, but I saw your last Shipmate article and thought I would update you on what's been going on.

Katie Bluemling and I are halfway done with our WestPac deployraent. We had the opportunity to visit Darwin and Townsville, Australia. We have been doing well here in the hot Arabian Gulf, but look forward to retuming home to our friends and families in September. Katie is especially excited because she will be raarried to Vic Sheldon on 4 Noveraber!

Congratulations to Katie and Vic as they prepare for a big milestone in their lives.

Our next letter comes from Tonio DeSorrento (Tonio.DeSorrento@prodigy.net): On Tuesday, 27 June, a bunch of '99ers will be graduating frora the Field Artillery Officer Basic Course at Ft. Sill, OK. We've been here for five months learning artillery frora the Army and several Marine instractors.

Frank Monterisi is the no. 1 graduate in the class. Also moving on (finally) to the fleet are Micah Osgood, rayself, Carl Christy, Mike Hicks, Pat Klokow, Dan M a d d e n , John McNamara, Bezan Morris, and Kevin Navas.

There are 28 Marines in the class of 150 or so lieutenants. The first four graduates are Marines, and six or seven of the top ten. Beat Array. Speaking of which, one of our instractors is the legally blind place-kicker that kicked the winning field goal to beat Navy the year before our Plebe year.

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Micah Osgood got married to Lenore Kistinger '00 on 10 July up in Long Island.

That's about it, Minh-tu. I'm headed back to Camp Lejeune, but I'm pumping to Okinawa in December with S btry, 5th Bn, 10th Marines.

Tonio, many thanks for the update. Great job to the Marines and Frank for an incredible performance. Congratulations and best wishes to newlyweds Micah and Lenore Osgood.

Our last letter and only pictures for this month's column comes from Leah (Montoya) and Mark Haas: Ok, I know these are a bit late in arriving (ok, not a bit...very, very late) but I have finally managed to acquire pictures of our wonderful wedding. Leah (forraerly Leah C. Montoya, now Leah Montoya Haas.. .she changed her raiddle and last narae) and I were raarried on 26 November 1999.

It was a wonderful wedding and was well attended by raany of our Classmates. It was held in St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Las Vegas, NV (Leah's hometown). The first picture is our wedding party. This included frora left to right: Leah's sister (Laura Montoya), ray sister (Anna Haas), Leah's cousin (Anne Seifret), our Classmate Laura Coapstick, a high school friend of mine, Jason McClurg (yes, Jason was a USAFA grad), our Classmate Michael Thompson, and two more high school friends of raine, Scott Guffey and Carlton Getz. The second picture is us with our parents, Rudy and Cynthia Montoya, and David and Janet Haas. The third picture is us with our sword bearers. These included, from left to right.

Classmates Eric Pedersen, Jeff Gertner, James Coleman, Eddie Salazar, Michael Thompson, and Leah's cousin by marriage. Array officer (eeww.. .it hurts) Sean Seifret. Also in attendance at the wedding were Classmates Drew Rozek and Melissa Hiler.

All in all, it was a great wedding over Thanksgiving weekend and a good tirae was had by all.

Leah is currently deployed on LABOON ( D D G - 5 8 ) in the Arabian Gulf. She's in the process of getting qualified and taking over the coramunications division. The ship is headed for the Med soon, and will be back into her horaeport of Norfolk on 18 Aug. I am going through flight school with VT6 down here in Pensacola at Whiting Field and should finish up primary just a littie before Leah retums. We are both anxiously awaiting the end of her 5-plus months at sea, as you can imagine.

In news frora down here, our Classmate Mark Sand recentiy selected Jets out of VT-6 and is settling in down in Kingsville now. His girlfriend.

Classmate Amy Doll, selected the E-2C Hawkeye on the NFO side and is getting ready to go to SERE school, tiien the FRS in Norfolk. Otiier Classmates include Ken Ritterbush who selected P-3s, and Anne R e a d e r , C h r i s Hinkle, and Tim Doughtery, all of whom are still working their way through primary.

Thanks for the letter and pictures, Mark. Looks like it was a beautiful wedding. That's all the news I have for this month. Thank you everyone for your efforts in sending me your letters, pictures, emails, updates, etc; they are greatly appreciated by me, our Classmates, and all family members and friends of our Class. Until next month, looking forward to hearing from more of you out there.

Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they 're supposed to help you discover who you are. -B.J. Reagon Take care and God Bless. Minh-tu

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Pres: M I D N 2/C Tim Kain Vice Pres: MIDN 2/C C.J. Simonson Treas: MIDN 2/C Hannah Martin Sec'y: MIDN 2/C G r e g Chapman Editor's Note: Beginning with this issue, members of the Alumni Association in the Classes of 2001 and 2002 will begin to receive Shipmate. As future junior officers who have made a commitment to the service and each other, we are proud to welcome them as members of our Association. We look forward to working with their Class officers to bring their columns into Shipmate, and we look forward to working with these fine young men and women in the future.

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Chapter New.s ALABAMA Alabama Chapter

CALIFORNIA Los Angeles Chapter

Dr. Roy A. Smith HI '73 530 Bayhill Ridge Circle Hoover, AL 35244-3338 h: 205-979-8070 e: RoyS5564@aol.com

CDR Alan B. Lerchbacker '7irCSN (Ret.)

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 The June meeting of the Huntsville Chapter was held on 8 June at the Fogcutter Restaurant. Attendees were: Bob Brown '49; Al Morris '50; Mike Stroop '54, Fritz Steiner '57; Frank Totom '56; John HarviUa '54; Tom Colman '56; Tom Hartlme '81; and Bob Sampson '56.

The main business of the day was the election of new officers for the Chapter's critical transition into the real 21st century. Despite having unsuccessfully requested John McCain's '58 endorsement, the members present nevertheless elected Fritz Steiner (president), Hu Hyde '61 (vice-president), and John HarviUa (secretary-treasurer). The Chapter is fully Y2K ready. The new officers took over at the July meeting.

Mike Stroop, who is also president of the RV Chapter, represented the Huntsville Chapter at the aimual Alunmi Association meeting in AnnapoUs and gave an excellent report. The upcoming Navy Football season and the games within striking distance of Hunts vUle (Georgia Tech in Atlanta on 16 September and Notre Dame in Orlando on 14 October) as weU as the already sold-out Army game in BaUmer, were topics of discussion. The usual sea stories followed.

Any and all shipmates who may have reason to come to the Tennessee Valley are cordially invited to join us at our monthly meeting (the second Thursday of the month, 11:30 a.m. at the Fogcutter on University Drive).

Fritz Steiner '57 (for Ed Jackson '58)

ARIZONA Arizona Chapter Mr. William D. Morrison *57 11801 E. Juan Tabo Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255 h: 408-585-1867 e: BILLMORR@USWEST.NET

Shipmate, September 2000

131 E. Holly Stt-eet #213 Pasadena, CA 91103-3936 e: alan@horizongot.com Cort. Sec'y: Joe Koch '57

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June Orange County Luncheon Orange County Luncheon was held on Tuesday, 13 June 2000, at The Revere House in Tustin. Joe Koch '57, our new National Trastee for the Los Angeles Chapter, gave a report on the May 2000 Board of Trastees meeting in Annapolis and passed along information he had leamed during the trastee indoctrination session. The attendees had quite a number of questions including several concerning the merger of the Alumni Association with the Naval Academy Foundation. Several of the questions pertained to suggestions conceming financial reporting by the Alumni Association that Joe said would be passed along to the Alumni Association.

The questions and answer session continued well past our normal finishing time, but kept most of the attendees asking questions. Aluimti present included: Val Valentine '39, Gordon West '40, Bill McReynolds '41, Lefty Levarkas '43, Walt Stevens '43, Bob Rubel '44, Rich Crane '47, TR Johnson '47, Jim Kirkpatrick '47, Al Enderie '52, Si Kittler ' 5 3 , Bob Lowell ' 5 3 , Ed Petersen ' 5 3 , Joe Zebrowski '53, Harold Hussey '56, Joe Koch '57, Jim PauUc '57, Dave StiUer '57, Jack Bundarin '59, Joe Keeley '59, Dick Banister '60, Danny Musselman '60, Rich Pace '63, Skip Storey '65, Dave Josephson '66, BiU Cray '67, Lee Cohen '82, Steve Shatynski '83, Joe Mandichak '89, and Pres McComuck, West Point '90.

Starting with the 1 July 2000 luncheon, the West Point Society of Orange County wiU be joining us for our luncheons.

Installation Dinner The annual meeting and the installation of officers and new directors for the Chapter were held on Saturday evening, 24 June 2000, in the Avalon Room of the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, CA. Ed Martin '54, the Western Region Vice Chairman of the Alumni Association, conducted the installation ceremony for the new directors and officers. Ed and his wife were the guests of the Chapter for the evening. John Quinn '91 gave a talk and audio/visual presentation on the new Disney Califomia Resort opening in early 2001. At the end of the presentation, everyone was anxious to see the real resort when it opens.

The Chapter officers for the year starting 1 July 2000 are as follows: Alan Lerchbacker '74, President; Dick Banister '60, Vice President, Operations; Steve Shatynski '83, Vice President, Liaison; Steve Andres '67, Vice President, Administration; Mike Seaver '83, Treasurer; Bill Cray '67, Secretary; Dick Glasow '67, Cortesponding Secretary; Joe Koch '57, National Trastee Directors serving a three-year term starting 1 July 2000, areas follows: Joe Mandichak '89, John Quinn '91, and John Peterson '94. Susan Minton '92 is a new director serving a one-year term replacing Pete Thompson '67 who resigned from the board due to business travel. Continuing their terms as directors are Si Kittler '53, John Cannon '55, Rich Pace '63, Paul

Copenbarger '66, and Dave Hackett '71. Hank Salerno '64 and Pete Thompson '67 were recognized for their service as directors. Steve Andres '67 was also recognized for his six years of service as Chapter National Trustee.

Alumni attending included: Tim Mahoney '49, Tom Gillen '51, Dick Dalton '53, Si Kittier '53, Ed Martin '54, John Cannon '55, Joe Koch '57, Dick Banister '60, Jim Cavanaugh ' 6 1 , Rich Pace ' 6 3 , Hank Salerno '64, Paul Copenbarger '66, Steve Andres '67, Joe Gatiin '67, Dick Glasow '67, Jon Mills '68, Ted Coyle '74, Alan Lerchbacker ' 74, Craig Baker '81, Lee Cohen '82, Mike Seaver '83, Steve Shatynski '83, Mike Quinn '91, and John Peterson '94.

Football Events With football season approaching, the Chapter will be holding a gathering for each ofthe televised Navy football games this year as in past years. At present the only definitely known televised games are Notre Dame and Army. We will join with the Notre Dame alumni at Dirtie Nellie's in Costa Mesa again this year as we have in the past. We will also have Army-Navy game parties in Los Angeles and Orange County. More information on these events will appear in future issues. As we leam which other games will be televised in southem Califomia, additional events will be organized and the Chapter members notified.

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

Sacramento Chapter CW4 George R. Simmons '61, AUS (Ret.) 10785 Penstock TraU Aubum, CA 95603-9556 h: 530-888-0860 e: gsim@aub.com Thursday, 1 June 2000 at 12:00 p.m., McClellan AFB O' Club: monthly meeting of Sacramento Chapter, counting down the meetings until the base closes and we find a new home. Unfortunate, since these are great surtoundings and excellent meals.

SOPA Larry Pierce '38 was joined by 22 shipmates and landlubbers, including M.O. Slater '42, Stan Hogshead '43, Bill Goode '43, Joe Drachnik '43, Ed Kerr '43, Betty and Bill Spencer '47, Tom Hartigan '47, Lou Renz '47, Jim D'Orso '52 and two guests, John Haynes '55, Tom Langley '56, George Simmons '61, Connie and Dave McKie '66, Steve Berg '66, Frank Blake '68, Brian Grubbs '92, B-ill Doddy '48 and speaker John Bristow.

President George Simmons '61 reported on the very nice service held for Ted Ustick '39, who passed on recently. Ted was an active member, enjoyed, and admired by our entire Chapter, and he will be missed. While we grieve his passing, we extend condolences to his surviving family.

George also reported that he and USNA AA Board-Member-At-Large (actually representing the 13th Chapter), John Haynes '55 attended meetings in Annapolis last month. George made it to AnnapoUs all right, but his luggage and clothes paid an 145

unscheduled visit to Richmond, thereby requiring that he spend the first day in a pair of Levi's and an old shirt. The same fate befell another attendee from Santa Barbara, and George reported that a guy from West Virginia said, "Now I feel all dressed up!" He reported on the success of Mianu's Anchors Aweigh Founders Day and the firm comnutment it took to sponsor such a fete for 150 people. Apparently, George also reported, only about 30% of the Blue & Gold officers are USNA grads.

Tom Hartigan entertained us with his anecdote about the elderly gentleman who lapsed into a coma near the end of his days, while family members started to artive for the inevitable. During the aftemoon, the man shifted in bed, sniffed the air a few times—"you know the sense of smell is the strongest of our physical senses," Tom explained— and started to rastle. Inexplicably, he ponderously arose from his bedridden position, slipped down to the floor, and deliberately crawled out of the bedroom, down the stairs and into the kitchen. His hand, as if directed by some higher power, slowly raised toward a plate of deliciously smelling, still warm, freshly baked, chocolate brownies. Just then his wife slapped his hand and said, "Those are for the funeral."

Dave McKie, our hard-working and efficient program chairman, introduced John Bristow, a very well respected long-time homebuilder living here in Sacramento. John was bom in San Francisco in 1922 and joined the 20th Pursuit Squadron at Hamilton Field at age 18. After the war, he graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 1948 and joined architect friend Jim Lewis two years later to form a very prestigious constraction firm. John is a former president of the BIA (Building Industry Association) and a member of the California Homebuilders Hall of Fame.

John explained that he had always been interested in airplanes and was in "hog heaven" when he had the chance to be involved in aviation at such a young age. From Hamilton Field, he was sent to Manila for advanced training at Nichols Field (which is now a municipal airport). He spent seven months there, and seven months at Clark AFB by the time the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor (which was actually 8 December in the Philippines). It wasn't long before they also bombed the field where he served and they all hit the dirt.

"It's surprising how fast you leam when the bombs start falling." He was transferred at the end of January to the Bataan Peninsula, right across from Cortegidor. They flew P-40s from three bases and lost a lot of planes. During the final telling air attacks, "we lost a lot of planes—many B-17s on the ground—and many pilots were killed trying to get airbome. The hangars looked like sieves after the bombing. Gasoline spilled and contaminated the bread and jam, but surprisingly, it tasted not so bad since we were very low on rations and down to one meal each day. We all lost weight and the mosquitoes were rampant."

By plan he actually penetrated the Japanese lines after buming parachutes and letting oil out of the generators to render them unusable. Finally, with no other options available, they decided to surtender as a squadron. He had a half can of milk, which tumed out to be his last food for four days. They were given food two times in the next nine days in captivity, during which time they were "forcemarched" 90 kilometers. If they broke ranks to grab sugar cane stalks they were shot or bayoneted, and were kept in small cortals at night. John stopped to give water to a wounded soldier and immediately found himself with a bayonet in the ribs and was 146

told to move along. They were detained in various camps in extreme discomfort, including one that had been a cock-fighting arena. Everyone was sick.

The group was loaded into metal railroad cars— packed in like sardines in a can—and transported to Camp O'Donnell. John adnutted that he couldn't stay in the camp confinements, so he volunteered for every work party he could that would get him away, even if only for a few hours. He suffered his first bout with malaria, but still had to work between attacks. The prisoners had to take water downstream ofthe enemy soldiers, horses, etc., so many were stricken with dysentery. In the final count, fifty of their original 300 got out alive. They were moved to a prison camp with high walls and barbed wire in downtown Manila, where, in early December, 1942, his weight had dropped to 120 pounds. They were then shipped to Japan where they went by train without windows to a camp where they worked in a small railroad factory. They all endured many beatings. They stood in line and had to count off in Japanese. Any time a mistake was made, they had to start over and lost privileges and were beaten. Later, the factory was bombed by explosives, incendiary and shock bombs until no part of it higher than two feet remained standing.

John explained that they were beaten and tortured; it was painfully cold in the winter and impossible to stay warm. Years passed and they didn't know until the actual surtender that America had won the war. They had been kept in isolation without any news of world events. They didn't hear of Hiroshima and Nagasaki until after the war. All in all, John was a prisoner for three and-a-half years.

Many of his friends were killed in action and during the march and during subsequent imprisonment.

He admits that even today he is still puzzled how he could have survived while men were falUng right and left. He still has persistent vivid memories of crael and violent deaths all around him. He, and most of the other fortunate few that live today to tell about it, simply marvels at his good luck and the inexplicable fate that allowed him to survive, retum home, have a family and enjoy useful active Uves; while so many of his comrades never saw their twenty-fifth birthday. John closed by pointing out that his squadron has a reunion every year.

Of their original 177, there are now 20 left. Their commanding officer was Joe Moore, who retired as a lieutenant general, and partly because that was his first command, attends all reunions from his home in Texas.

We all realized, when John sat down, that we had just witnessed the story of a genuine war hero, one of so many in that generation who stood firm, did his duty, asked no quarter, won the war and saved the world. With the passage of time, we are gradually losing these men, these heroes, men to be revered. Let us hope that their legacy will live on, and that those who follow behind will be inspired by their sacrifice, and live good and honorable lives.

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.rt.com/alumni/ June Chapter Luncheon The superintendent of public education for the San Diego Unified School District, Alan D. Bersin, was our dynamic and most informative speaker. As background, Mr. Bersin was appointed to this posi-

tion effective 1 July 1998 and brings an extensive list of credentials and experience to the position.

He was formerly the U.S. attomey for the Southem District of CaUfomia. He is a graduate, with great distinction, of Harvard University. While at Harvard, he also earned recognition as an All Ivy, All New England and All East football selection.

In taking over as the San Diego School superintendent, Mr. Bersin inherited a district that has historically been fraught with under-achievement. The district graduates 6,500 smdents from high schools with more than 12,000 starters 12 years earlier. He highlighted some of the deficiencies or causes for such meager results as the process of social rather than achievement promotions and 230 separate and distinct reading programs for grammar school children. Mr. Bersin also explained a program the district has implemented at his behest tifled, "The Blueprint for Success," and while only time will prove the validity of the program, it appears to be headed in the right direction.

Those attending the luncheon at Tom Ham's Lighthouse were: Ed Hoffman '36, Art Fischer '39, Bob Coogan '44, Dick DePrez '44, Dave Henderson '44, Tiny Atkinson '45, Don Edge '45, Ed ElUs '46, Bill Ayers '48, Chris Christoph '48, Chuck Gorder '48, Bob Neely '48, Fred Fischer '49, Chuck Howe '49, John Tillson '51, Jim Rodgers '53, Charlie Hagee '55, Jerry Fulk '56, Mike Chappie '58, Tom Fleming '58, Tom BilUngs '59, Joe Keeley '59, Don Grinnell '61, Myron Fleming '62, Anue Hafner '62, John Hinkle '62, Rich Belser '64, Jeff Clough '64, Jay Eggers '64, Cecil Boyd '66, John Kelley '70, Randy Farley '80, Bob Rubin '82, Glen Munay '84, andJohnKyle'87.

SD Chapter Online 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 call our hotUne 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 (7:00 a.m.-8:00 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; 858-6897305) and there is plenty of parking. This is a joint service forum/network in company with the West Point alumni and Air Force Academy grads also participating.

The forum is a great place to drop off a business card or even a "flyer" describing your services. For $5.50 (cash-no checks, please bring the exact amount) you get all of the networking described plus juice, coffee, pastries, muffins and assorted fraits.

Oin networking coordinator is Dave Fennell '87.

He is keeping up the work search/networking database for the chapter and area. For those with Intemet access, please log on to the chapter Web site Usted above and view the online Career Web for our new and dynamic service. Another Web site to reach Dave is www.armtechjobs.com. Dave can also help you if you will send the following information directly to him: name, occupation, company, address,

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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.

Email to: fennelld@mindspring.com. You may also use USPS mail to Dave at: ARMTECH, 3692 Fifth Ave., #108, San Diego, CA 92103.

Don Grinnell '61

San Francisco Chapter CDR Richard A. Voytek '77, USNR lOOWestElCamino, 61 Mountain View, CA 94040 h: 650-962-0622; e: mongov@aol.com Web site: www.navysfo.org Secretary: Linda Postenrieder '82 e: Post82@pelicanassociates.com Hello and welcome from the San Francisco Bay Area. I've come to the great realization that this year is flying by and with September already here, there are only three months till Army! We're kicking off our membership drive earlier this year in accordance with feedback we received from a number of Alumni who indicated that they didn't get timely notification. For those of you living within the Bay area, in the next month you should be receiving an invitation to join the local chapter. If you don't receive it, then you can go to our Web site (www.navysfo.org) and sign up online. We've also received questions on Alumni in the area. If you are a member ofthe chapter, you receive a copy of the membership directory, which is published aimually. This Usts all members of the Chapter and other Alunmi in the area. You can be reasonably assiu-ed that the information for members of the local chapter is pretty accurate, the information Usted for aU Alumni can't be guaranteed. So, if you are wondering whatever happened to good old "so and so," then you may find the answer in your membership directory.

High 'Tech Interest Series The High Tech Interest Series (HTIS) was a huge success in June. We had Chuck Phillips (USAFA '81 who served as a Marine) in from Morgan Stanley Dean Witter. Chuck's presentation mapped the direction of the Intemet economy and was extremely enlighteiung for all 70-plus attendees. The next HTIS event is scheduled for Thursday evening, 14 September at the Marine's Memorial in San Francisco. Attendees at the June event included: Keith Featherson '58, Alan Goldberg '58, Paul O'Connor '59, John Newton '63, Frank Burkhead '66, BiU Applegate '67, Barry Lewis '70, John DUlon '72, Gary Griffitiis '72, Tom Jones '72, John CunUffe '73, Steve HaU '75, Nonn Tooley '75, Pat McKim '76, Steve Fillipow '79, Dave Schrader '80, Bob Burt '81, Aiuta Flynn '82, Linda Postenrieder '82, John Ratkovich '82, Chet KoUey '85, Larry Switzer '85, Dan Beldy '86, Andy Kramel '86, Mark Lundstrom '86, Steve O'Rourke '86, James Ryan '86, Eric Perteca '87, Tom Base '88, Jim Boland '88, Dave Kaufman '88, Darryl Vaughn '88, Jim Flautt '89, Wayne JeveU '89, Dan Smalley '89, Erik Bethel '92, Devan Cross '93, Brian Lantier '93, Bryce Whiting '94. We are committed to continuing the series with great speakers and exceptional networking.

Fleet Week San Francisco 2000: Stand by! This year's Fleet Week in San Francisco promises to be the best ever! We again have incredible support from 3rd Fleet and expect at least a dozen ships in port for the weekend of 6-8 October 2000. We are curtently in the process of planning for a reception Shipmate, September 2000

for USNA candidates after the fun ran on Sunday, 8 October.

This event is tentatively planned for HORNET Museum in Alameda. Check the Web site (www.navysfo.org) for the latest information. It promises to be a great weekend with the parade of ships plus air shows on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Lots of other events too. If you're in the area during this weekend, be sure to check out the events.

Congratulations, '04, on successfully completing Plebe Summer.

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

COLORADO Colorado Chapter CAPT Daniel Branch Jr. '59, USN (Ret.) 555 Apollo Drive Boulder, CO 80303-5002 h: 303-499-0337; w: 303-965^833 e: dbranchjr@aol.com Web site: www.usna.com/Chapters/US/Colorado/ default.htm

CONNECTICU Connecticut Chapter Mr. C. Thomas Hogsten Jjt;'85 33 HolUster Drive Avon, CT 06001 h: 860-673-0033 e:thogsten @ aol.com http://www.usnact.org It is with deep regret and a great sense of loss, that I must begin this article by reporting that Bob Figura '58, our Chapter President, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, in June of this year. Bob was an effective and dedicated leader to those of us in this Chapter who knew and worked with him.

His personal dedication to the Naval Academy and our Chapter were inspirational and were instramental in making our organization the success that it has become today. The officers and members ofthe Chapter extend our deepest sympathy to his wife, Bemadette. We are all richer for having known Bob. He will be sorely missed. The Chapter is organizing a memorial drive to raise money to put Bob's name on a locker in the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Locker Room in Annapolis, since Bob was a manager of the football team while he was a Midshipman. Donations may be sent to our Chapter Secretary, John Demlein '70, 80 Algonquin Drive, Mystic, CT 06355. Further information on the drive is available from John at jdemlein @ snet.neL On Friday, 23 June 2000, the Annual Business Meeting ofthe Chapter was held. Consideration was given to canceling the event in view of the tragic passing of our President, however, after further reflection, it was decided that Bob would have wanted the Chapter business to proceed. Our speaker for the evening was Glenn Arthur '55, who was ap-

pointed by the governor of Connecticut to serve as a commissioner in the Department of Public Utility Control (DPUC). He has served in this capacity for five years and spoke to us on the subject of the "Change from Monopolies to Competition and Choice in the Utilities Industty." His presentation was timely and most enlightening in view of the forthcoming selection of an electric utility supplier which will be available to all Connecticut residents.

During the business portion of the meeting, Tom Hogsten '85, was elected to replace Bob Figura '58, as President. Chris Graves '93, was elected to replace John Demlein '70 as Secretary and Doug Wilson '77, was elected to replace Dave Boyd '59, as Communications Director. With the exception of the office of President, which becomes effective immediately, these changes will become effective on 1 October 2000, and the new officers will serve for two year terms. In addition, Tom McBride '92, will replace Chris Graves '93, as the 1990's Class Representative. We continue to search for a volunteer to serve as Treasurer/Membership Chairman to replace Tom Hogsten '85. Attendees at the June Meeting included: Deanie and Harry Caldwell '44, Ursula and Sam Connor '54, Barbara and Glenn Arthur '55, Nancy and Ted Lovely '56, Gordon Lange '57, Mary and Charles Harrison '58, Cindy and Mike McLane '58, Joan and Dave Boyd '59, Tony Marks '59, Liz and Joe Hansen '61, Bill Sheehan '63, John Demlein '70, and his guest VADM Joe Williams Jr., USN (Ret.), John Feeney '71, Susan and Paul Swetland '71, Cliff Kelley '72, Geoffrey Griffiths '73, Bob Brown '74, Doug Wilson '77, John Rogers '78, Anne and Tom Hogsten '85, Mathew Ferrier '88, Scott Blundo '92, and Chris Graves '93.

On Friday, 15 September, at 6:00 p.m., a Dinner Meeting and Plant Tour of the Sikorsky Helicopter Plant in Sttatford, CT, will be held. The tour is sponsored by the Chapter and has been organized by CDR Joan Zitterkopf '81. Details on this meeting will be promulgated in the Chapter newsletter. Other future events include the Boston College vs. Navy Football trip to Chesnut Hill, MA, on 23 September. The trip is curtently filled, however a waiting Ust is being maintained. On 7 October, the Connecticut Wine Trail Trip will take place with the West Point Society of New York. Our November Meeting will take place on Friday, 17 November at the Hartford Armory O'Club. USNA dean of admissions, Dave Vetter '67, is scheduled to be our speaker. Our annual Army-Navy party is again scheduled for Arch's Pizza in Rocky Hill, CT, on 2 December. Particulars on all these future events will also be available in the Chapter newsletter.

Dave Boyd '59

COSTA RICA 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

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DELAWARE Delaware Chapter Frank S. "Nick" Carter III '70 Delaware USNAAA c/o Nick Carter P.O. Box 266 Lewes, DE 19958 h: 302-644-4838; w: 302-645-2207 e: sumrtan@aol.com

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CAPT William J. Aston '51, USN (B 659 Coconut Drive SW Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 h: 954-463-3047 e: saltysam@bellsouth.net

As we come out of the summer doldrams (yes, we do it the other way around in South Florida!), the Fort Lauderdale Chapter is back in the full swing of things. We now should have experienced a change in pace with the August Shirttail Charlie's meeting held at 6:30 p.m. (in lieu of 5:30 p.m.) and the September meeting a luncheon at the Lauderdale Yacht Club. We feel that changing venues and hours can appeal to more members, please let us know your opinion and preferences.

We now have our sights set on having another successful Army-Navy football party at the Fort Lauderdale Country Club. As with last year, this event will be planned and attended joinfly by our Chapter, the USNA Miami Chapter and the South Florida West Point Society. We hope to replicate last year's success in terms of attendance and, of course, victory (the more crashing, the better) over Army. This year CAPT Ed Clausner, USN (Ret.), has agreed to represent our Chapter in the party preparations. As a member of the Country Club, Ed is in a position to be of great value in this endeavor.

Speaking of Army-Navy, here is a reprint of a press release conceming the printing of a book commemorating 100 years of a great rivalry: The 100th Anniversary of the Army-Navy Football Game may have been played for real on December 4, 1999, at Veterans Stadium, Philadelphia, but the plays and action will be played over and over for years to come as each Army and Navy Sunday moming quarterback remembers and replays the garae.

To commemorate this great rivalry, the academies have authorized the premier commemorative publications house. Signature Publications, Inc. to publish a 416-page, full-color, coffee table size book, reliving some of the most exciting moments in the history of the game.

Jack Clary, the Army-Navy game's foremost historian, has crafted a text that brings alive all of the most exciting moments, the greatest games, the exploits of the greatest players, and the personal reflections of scores of participants, from game No.l in 1890 right through this year's contest at Veteran's Stadium and Signature's design crew have woven those words with some of the most exciting photos of plays and players to make this a must read for all fans of this great rivalry.

The Army-Navy game has always been predictable for one thing—its unpredictability! Astounding upsets...last-minute victories...historic comebacks...and eye-popping individual accom-

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plishments. All of this has enthralled millions and this retelling will bring back the same thrills. This leather bound classic is available by contacting Signature Publications. Part of the profits go towards the athletic programs at both academies.

The standard book sells for $100 and is available with a black leather cover for Army fans and a dark blue leather cover for Navy fans. This has been the source of a fun rivalry of which Army is presently winning.

There is also a golden edition (linuted to 500) that is calfskin, with gilt-edged sides and a ribbon marker. It is housed in a beautiful hand crafted clam shell case and retails for $850.

You can order the book, American Classic: Army vs. Navy The First 100 Games, by calling 1-800422-6310 or ordering online at www.goarmynavylOO.com.

The Fort Lauderdale Chapter is looking for a few good men and women! If you live in the area and would like to join us to swap sea stories, network, or just to have an excuse to leave work early once a month, please contact us! Our purpose is to bring fellow alumni together to renew old and establish new acquaintances and to reinforce the bonds we have with each other as Naval Academy Alunmi and with the Naval Academy. Write to us at mcintron@golaa.com (Miguel Cintron, Secretary) or caU Ltus Sologuren (Membership Officer) at 954771-1764. Please join us whether you live here or just come during the winter to enjoy our balmy weather.

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: nuckey@acceleration.net

Jacksonville Chapter CAPT Michael O. Borns '70, USN (Ret.) 1185 SaU Marsh Circle Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082-2543 h: 904-273-4714; w: 904-693-5630 e: usnaaajaxchap@usa.net The Alumni and guests met on 6 July at the River City Brewing Company in downtown Jacksonville on the banks of the scenic St. Johns River for its summer meeting. The guest of honor was Charlie Weatherbie, Head Football Coach, U.S. Naval Academy. Nearly 100 guests attended the luncheon and presentation of Coach Weatherbie. He dealt with such subjects as this year's prospects for the team, commitment, camaraderie, individual team members and the year 2000—schedule challenges.

The coach also mentioned the team's goals as: 1) Beat Army, 2) Secure a bowl berth, and 3) Beat Notre Dame. There were many questions asked and the coach answered all of them with great candor.

Those in attendance were: CAPT Thomas Barry '65, CAPT G. P. Beamer '67, CDR Norman Berge '53, LT Paisley Boney '50, Mrs. Ann Brown, CAPT Joseph Browne '65, Mr. Shepard Bryan '45, CDR and Mrs. Brent Canady '84, CAPT William Carrier '45, CDR and Mrs. George Cornelius '43, LT Deric Cotton '93, CDR Robert Crowell '34, Mrs. Evelyn Decker, Mr. Bernard DeGeorge '67, RADM Kevin Delaney '68, CAPT Phaon Derr '45, LT John Disenger '90, LCDR Andrew Duff '84, CAPT and Mrs. Frank Edwards '41, CAPT

and Mrs. William Elliott '41, RADM and Mrs. Thomas Faulders '46, LCDR Bill Farnesworth '65, LCDR and Mrs. Joel Febel '60, Mrs. Stephanie Febel, CAPT David Fisher '53, Mr. and Mrs. John Gillcrist '70, RADM Norman Green '48, CDR Michael Green '81, CAPT Jim Hamburg '69, LT and Mrs. John Hensel '92, CDR and Mrs. Tom Heilmann '68, LCDR and Mrs. Searle Highleyman '51, Mr. James Home (Boy Scouts of America), CDR and Mrs. Robert Kenney '76, CDR Charles King '82, CAPT and Mrs. Dan McCarthy '77, Col. Walter Mather '41 USMA, Mr. John McCabe '59, CDR and Mrs. Grafton McFadden '61, CDR William McUvain '57, CDR and Mrs. Pete Miller 67, CAPT and Mrs. Griswold Moeller '42, VADM and Mrs. Joseph Moorer '45, LCDR and Mrs. Oscar Nicholson '44, CAPT and Mrs. Jack Pate '45, CAPT William Payne '44, Maj. Ray Poinsette '86, Mr. John Randall and two guests USNA Parents Club, CAPT Lee Richardson '68, Mr. James and Scooter Ross NAPS, CAPT and Mrs. Robert Schauffler '45, CAPT Richard Sears '76, RADM Scott Semko '70, ENS Jordan Snider '99, CDR Tom SuUivan '77, CAPT and Mrs. Ed Waller '74, LCDR and Mrs. David Ward '45, CAPT Neal Weisberg '69, CAPT and Mrs. John Wellings '53, CAPT and Mrs. Robert Whitmire '74, LT TVavis White '91, CDR Luther Yarger '54, CDR and Mrs. Robert Zvacek '66 and Mr. Alexander Zachella '43.

The fall dinner meeting will be held on 25 September 2000 at the Selva Marina Country Club in Atlantic Beach, I^L. LCDR Joel W. Febel '60, USN (Ret.), Secretary e: mcfebel@aol.com

Miami Chapter LT Douglas J. Ross '81, USNRR 16923 SW 79th Place Miami, FL 33157 h: 305-252-2379; b: 305-252-4904 e: rossfinl@bellsouth.net Sec'y: Zachariah R. Bell '89 e: zbell@cenetec.com

Naples-Fort Myers Chapter Mr. William H. Vonier '51 2065 Imperial Circle Naples, FL 34110 p: 941-514-4031 e: bvonier@mediaone.net Our Chapter is actively making plans for the 20002001 year, includingfivemonthly limcheons, a special event to honor Navy Air, and, of course, the ArmyNavy Game Day. If interested in learning more about the Chapter's activities please C£dl any ofthe recently elected Chapter officers: Bill Voiner '51, President, 941 514-4031; Ragan Phillips '59, Vice-President, 941 649-4180; Earle Forsthoff '47, Treasurer, 941 262-3454; or Jonathan Ogle, Seci^tary, 941 659-5900.

Alan Wright '61, has been named chairman for the Naples Aviation Day, scheduled for 18 November 2000, at the Naples Airport. There will be vintage planes from all over the country and, hopefully, some aircraft from today's Navy Air. We are planning a Chapter luncheon for 17 November in conjunction with Aviation Day. Our invited speaker is ADM Leighton Smith '62, chairman of the USNAAA Board of Trustees.

Special invitations for the day will be issued to all the other Florida Chapters to join us for this special event.

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EarUer this year our Chapter issued a sporting challenge to the West Point alumni here on the Florida west coast. The challenge, which we named "The Alligator Cup," is a golfing event with 36 hole match play, based on a modified Ryder Cup format. Unfortunately, the local Black Knights declined the challenge. We, therefore, changed course and issued the challenge to our cross-state Chapter in Mianu. The event would be held in November with the Cup presented to the winner at the ArmyNavy Game Day luncheon.

Our Chapter has over 100 members curtentiy, representing 40 classes from 1931 to 1984. We are hoping to increase our membership this year. Following the aforementioned Aviation Day and ArmyNavy events we will hold luncheons in each of the first three months of 2001. Our speaker in March 2001 will be Ron Marryott '57, who just retired fi-om being CEO of our Alumni Association and will offer us some observations on the Alumni Association and the Naval Academy.

Gene Lawler '47, our outgoing President, had these observations about oin Chapter: "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." Gene's words are a "4.0" summary of the stams of our Chapter as we close out the 1999-2000 year.

Ragan Phillips '59 Orlando Chapter CDR Jeffrey D. HaU '83, USNR 33 Winsor Isle Drive Longwood, FL 32779 h: 407-805-9485 e: jhaU @ fedsig.com 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 CapitaUzing on the beautiful beaches ofthe area, the Palm Beach Chapter Alumni enjoyed a great picnic on Samrday, 10 June 2000, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The site for the gathering was Loggerhead Park in Juno Beach. Our group included some young folks and children who made it a special time.

They enjoyed the beach (one of the prime turtlenesting areas in Florida), the marine-life center and rehab faciUty (formrtles primarily), and the excitement of a huge whale that had been washed ashore.

Unformnately, it was dead, and they had to haul it away—in huge pieces—yes, a bit smelly and a gross scene for some, but its part of life at sea and shore.

Those in attendance were: Bob Mastin '39; Peg and Hank Gorman '44; John McNabney '50; Mary and Joe Pidkowicz '54; Anne and George Bole '54; Dick Boverie '54; the Paul O'Neills '54; Betty and Al Ha worth '57; Carol and Carl Keske '59; Priscilla and John Butterfield '59; Rita and Gil Barbe '63; the Brian Cheslack '81 family (wife, Virginia R. "Randy" Kurtz '82); the Bob Gilmer '86 family; and the Sean Fuller '89 family. We should also give credit to Anja Bums, wife of Walter Bums '65, who was on duty as a volunteer at the Marine-life Center. John Butterfield's sister-in-law, Martha Babson, came (and brought good beans and salad), and son, Andrew Butterfield '85, popped in for a while as well. Ken Shipmate, September 2000

Duckworth '62 and Dave Kroupa '81 were some who expressed regret at having to cancel at the last minute.

Thanks to John McNabney '50 who served the picnic well as the chef and keeper of the flame. We all enjoyed the hot dogs he cooked just the way we ordered them!

Many people brought additional food, drinks and desserts to the gathering; and quite a feast was enjoyed by all. It was a typical hot and humid Florida day, but all took it in stride and enjoyed the many yarns that were swapped. Many thanks to all who came and who helped make this a super "meeting"—the last one until we start our regular monthly luncheons in September.

Two of our members are doing well after undergoing recent surgery, and we wish them a full and speedy recovery. George Bole '54 had a knee replacement. He came to the picnic and hopes to be on the tennis court soon. Our "President Emeritus" Hank Gorman '44 had successful radiosurgery in Baltimore for the removal of a benign tumor. Hank and Peg are home now, with Hank making good progress on his recuperation. Hank recently flew a Biplane over Singer Island and the Coastal area.

He is still a pilot at heart.

Our congratulations to Bernie Bennett '43, who has written a book, Mexico From Within (a memoir of loyalty, corraption, success and disappointment).

Bemie resided in Mexico 23 years after a distinguished record of service in WWII. Later in 1985 he was elected National President of the Navy League of the United States.

We hope to have a fantastic tumout for the Wednesday, 20 September luncheon meeting, at Ballen Isles Country Club. We were there in Febraary thanks to resident Jack Sherriffs '59, and we are delighted to be retuming there for our next meeting.

This wiU be a "Salute to Navy Football," where we recognize some past Navy football greats and show a video featuring Navy FootbaU. Go Navy!! Beat Notre Dame, Air Force and Army! Beat'em aU!!!

Pensacola Chapter CAPT Glenn H. Montgomery '71, USN (Ret.) 1152 Ceylon Court Guff Breeze, FL 32561-3214 h: 850-934-4757 e: monty4gb@aol.com Our last get together before the surrmier break was a most memorable evening. VADM John Ryan '67, the superintendent, graced us with his presence at a splendid dinner where we recognized six youngsters from the local area who have become Plebes in the Class of 2004. The Chapter invited the appointees and their families to join us and get an insight to what they were about to jump into. As far as we know all six did show up for "I-day."

Over 140 were present at the dinner which featured short messages from Federal Judge Roger Vinson '62 and ADM Mickey Weisner '41 (Ret.) prior to the Supe's keynote address. ADM Ryan presented a thorough overview of what's happening in the Yard these days, which was enjoyed thoroughly.

The Classes of '45 and '52 tied for the best attendance with 5 grads each. Our grad from the most "veteran" Class was Bruce Johnson '39 and the most recent grads had thrown their hats in the air only three weeks prior. ENS Mike Ferrara '00 and ENS Dave Wegmueller '00 had just arrived in Pensacola to start aviation training and were guests for our dinner. In addition to the six about to be Plebes from 2004, we also invited six 2/C Midshipmen from 2002 attending summer training at NAS Whiting Field.

Joining us in June were Hank Anson '45, Bill Bartow '44, Roger Boh '50, Pete Booth '56, John Brick '50, Spencer Butts '56, Dan Brady '82, Marguerite Brewer '04, John Chappell '45, Chet Carroll '68, Bob Clancey '45, Lamar Dixon '52, Mike Duffy '64, Bob Fellingham '52, Mike Fertara '00, Skip Furiong '56, Dick Gaskill '54, Tom Goslin '52, Scott Gray '52, Larry Grimes '55, Tom Heffeman '62, Casey Henry '04, Gordon Hillberg '42, Bill Hippie '52, Kevin Hogan '81, John Hood '63, Jack Horsefield '57, Bob Jacobson '72, Richard Jesmonth '78, Bruce Johnson '39, Gerald Johnson '45, P.J. Jones '62, Chris Karp '88, J.R. Knight '76, Bill McLaughlin '45, Milt May '76, Lou Mcmillan '52, Mick Milo '72 (our new Blue & Gold regional coordinator), Glenn Montgomery '71, Lee Price '78, Aaron Pridgen '04, Bill Ramsey '53, Paul Reinhardt '91, Mike Ruth '68, Eric Saddler '92, Lou Sarosdy ' 5 1 , Jonathan Sheater '04, Dave Scheu '91, Lynn Slowikowski '82, Dan Slowikowski '82, James Smith '04, Gordon Snyder '43, Mark Sortino '90, John Stein '65, RB.Wall '44, Bamey Walsh '62, Dave Wegmueller '00, Mickey Weisner '41, Greg Welstead '74, Kurt Welty '82, Kevin White '78, Kevin White Jr. '04, Bob Wilmer '54, Tom Winkler '52, Roger Vinson '62, and Mike Vogt '72. (Most of the above were accompanied by their spouses but in the interest of space we listed only the Alum). We also included as our guests the school superintendents of the two local counties as we continue to strive to improve the quality and quantity of youngsters entering the admissions process.

Our first get together of the fall will be Friday, 22 September at NAS Pensacola Officers Club.

Hope you can join us! Please make sure you put Samrday, 2 December on your calendar for another terrific Army-Navy party at the Angus Steakhouse.

If you're traveling through the area on vacation and have not visited the Museum of Naval Aviation block out a day and make it so! It's a terrific facility which even us token "blackshoes" enjoy thoroughly. Beat Army!

Glenn Montgomery '71 monty4gb @aol. com

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

Suncoast Chapter Clifford P. Bermann '45 7979 S. Tamiami TraU #338A Sarasota, FL 34231 h/f: 941-921-3111 e: amorency@aol.com Members and guests ofthe Sarasota Chapter met for a luncheon on 8 June at the El Conquistador in Bradenton. Hosting the lunch was Lee Haines '45.

Guest speaker Lee F. Ketchen, Veteran's Service office for Sarasota County, reviewed in detail the veteran's benefits that are available to us and which could provide backup to our Military Treatment Facilities benefit package. Lee also addressed the VA's movement towards a long-term care plan.

Lee distributed the following information to each member attending the luncheon:

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1. Veterans' Benefits Presentation - Sarasota Veteran Benefits Unit 2. Veterans' Healthcare Reform Briefing 3. Application for VA's Healthcare System In closing, Lee emphasized the importance of "all hands" to enroll.

This was the last Luncheon of the season. The updated chapter roster was distributed to the attendees.

Among those attending the luncheon were the following: Hellen and Cliff Bermann'45, President; Genevieve and Pete Perkins '45, Vice President; Jessie and Bill Petrat '45, Past President; Mary Virginia and Jim Morency '49, Treasurer; Sandra and Jay Grafton'60, Secretary; Cliff Messenheimer '37; Walt Small '38; Betty and Bruce Rhon '40; Emily and Lou Davis '41; Anne (Lynn) '41; Annadele and Snuffy Jackson '44; Kathryn and Bill Kurtz '44; Sue and Ed Mallick'44; Jack Kuney '45; Winston Abermathy '46; Lillian and Milton Abermathy '46; Harker Collins '46; Pat and Jim Moss '47; Carol and Frank Manganro '48; Noble Noblet '48; Nevin Weiner '48; Elsie and Phil Vladessa '49; Lew Kessler '50; Selma and Tom Dyer '52; Bettye and Chuck Boyer '53; Jarv Lynch '56; Mimi Welch '58; Bead Wells '58; Bob Kowall '60.

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Tampa Bay Chapter Ms. Kristi W. Hendricks '92 3905 Rolling Tertace Lane Valrico, FL 33594 h: 813-662-7325; w: 813-301-2092 e: khendricks@kpmg.com

G E O R G I A Atlanta Chapter CDR Robert R Bush III '65, USNR (Ret.) 4103 Madison Drive Aflanta, GA 30346 h: 707-351-0008 e: bobbush65@mindspring.coi] Web site: http://members.aol.com/usnaaaa/usnaaaa/

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ILLINOIS Chicago Chapter CDR Frederick W. Weber, USN 2134 Evert Court Northbrook, IL 60062-6612 h: 847-559-9381; w: 312-750-8899 T* e: fredrick.weber@rosshardies.com Army-Navy Golf Just Days Away Still time to sign up! This year's annual ArmyNavy golf challenge will be held on Monday, 11 September at Fresh Meadows Golf Club, 2144 S. Wolf Rd., Hillside, 708-449-3434. Fresh Meadows is a forgiving course for those who have a tendency to wander left or right (especially after having a frosty beverage or two). Six-packs can be purchased from the club house to be taken out on the course!

(Howland sez, "Hey, forget the golf!")

Tee times will start approximately at 11:00 a.m. and will altemate between Navy and Army until all foursomes are off. Dinner will follow golf at 5:30 p.m. We are expecting lots of prizes for closest to the pin, long drives, longest put, low gross and net scores, plus the team challenge trophy. Last year Navy won again and we are expecting to hold that honor again this year, although, to be sure. Army is trying to mount a big challenge this time around.

We axe also looking for donated door prizes, so if you or your company can donate some logo golf balls, tees, umbrellas, wind breakers, hats or novelty awards, please call Fred Aalbue '79 at 630682-8829 to artange delivery. All sponsors will be recognized in our newsletter and at the event.

Chapter Breakfasts Of course, not to forget the regular monthly breakfast series —1st Thursday in the North Burbs, 2nd Thursday in the West Burbs and 4th Thursday in the Chicago Loop. In September those dates would be 7 September, 14 September and 28 September.

North Burbs Steve Guthman '58 reports that the Chapter had a record breakfast on June 1; not only in attendees, but also in meeting duration. There were nine in attendance for the over two-hour breakfast and talk. LCDR Mark Kirk, USNR, congressional candidate, spoke to attendees about many national issues and presented an excellent overview of military operations in Bosnia and Serbia, in which he participated. (Mark attended with his fianc^, Kimberly Vertolli '95.) Attendees also discussed the usual variety of topics including nuclear development, NATO leadership, general business and computer issues, national politics and candidates, and the Naval Academy. Attendees included Steve, Jim Kenny '60, David Gentile '67, George Schmoll '69, Don Harker '80, Mike Isabelli '83, Mark Kirk, Kimberly, and Brian Donovan (USMA '92). Northern Suburbs breakfasts are held on the first Thursday of every month at Denny's, located in Vernon Hills at the intersection of Milwaukee Ave. and Route 60.

West Burbs Mark Rahmel '73 reports that the Chapter had a great turnout on June 8 for the West Burbs breakfast, helped a littie by the Board meeting which followed. In attendance were Tim Bradley '48, Mark Rahmel '73, Fred Weber '75, Fred Aalbue '79, Mike Isabelli '83, Ed Elkin '84 and Tom Karn '93.

Ed is with Lucent and will be moving into one of the brand new buildings being built just down the street from the hotel—looks like a satellite dish in the front! Fred talked about his rescue in the Pacific of a foundering sailboat executed back in his

P-3 days. An article is in the making! Mike took the record for the longest drive—Gumee. Good input from Fred from the latest Chapter President's and Trustee Meeting in Annapolis in May. West Burbs breakfasts are held on the second Thursday of the month at the Naperville HoUday Inn just south of Route 88 at Naperville Road. Show up at any time between 7:00 a.m. and 8:45 a.m.

Loop Downtown breakfasts are held at the Wall Street Deli, on the comer of Randolph and the Chicago River on the 4th Thursday of each month from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The most recent breakfast was held on 22 June and in attendance were John Howland '64, Fred Weber '75, Fred Aalbue '79, Tom Kam '93 and John Killacky '93. The recent F-14 crash was discussed as Tom and the pilot (Class of '92) were from the same hometown. Upcoming events were discussed and the fumre of wireless and handheld computing, email and cellular phones were topics. John Killacky is new to the area as a summer associate at Ross & Hardies while getting his law degree from U of I. The Chapter looks forward to having him retam to Chicago upon graduation. eCommerce Career Night Fred Weber reports: Wow! What a stimulating and informative career tught we had on 9 May. Rick Salvadore '78 and Joe Wright '85 promised it would be a dynamite event and that it was. The event drew more than 100 attendees (all Service Academies invited and we were joined by some civUians as well) and everyone walked away with their network expanded, some great insights into the dot.com world and some food for thought about entering the startup field. We hope to make this Service Academy networking/career night an annual event. The combination of academic, recraiter and someone who has made the transition was truly a success.

Chicago ALINC in Action Rich Haddad '84, the Chicago Chapter's ALINC, extended the geographical range of his proselytizing on 17 June by crossing the Cheddar Curtain into Wisconsin. Here's Rich's after action report: What a great experience! I had never been to a parents club meeting before and this particular club is a class act. They are well organized, well represented and have some excellent programs (including regular meetings and communications).

There were Midshipman of all classes attending, including a recent grad and nearly all of the new inductees for the class of 2004fromWisconsin.

As you can see, I cannot say enough good things about this speaking engagement from a personal experience point of view. 1 highly recommend that ALINCs and other appropriate USNA related representatives take advantage of these particular opportunities. The people you meet and the opportunity to "give back" a littie of the Academy experience is well worth the effort. This was excellent exposure for both Alumni and our respective associations. It shows the future and current Mids that USNA involvement and support does not end when you toss your cover at graduation.

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In summary, I think these sort of requests fit well with die proposed ALINC duties and can promote betterties(thus better communication/cross pollination) between three important groups of organizations that support the academy. I see only good outcomes from thoseties/support,both for exposure and depth of resources to promote USNA. Chapter Web Site Finally, don't forget to check out the Chapter Web Site at http://www.usna.com/Chapters/US/Illinois/ Chicago/ John G.B. Howland '64 MoneyMinds @ aol.com

INDIANA Indianapolis Chapter CDR Charles A. Rainey '84, US 12804 Double Eagle Drive Carmel, IN 46033 h: 317-815-0575 e: crainey@fhlbi.com

Michiana Chapter CDR John T. Haizlip '72, USN (Ret.) 15246 Longford Drive Granger, IN 46530 h: 219-273-2939 e: CHaizUp@aol.com

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Louisville/Southern Ii^ifiana Chapter CDR Gregory R. Remhardt '79, USNR 712 Talon Place LouisviUe, KY 40223-5575 h: 502-244-7707 e: airlgxr@air.ups.com

LOUISIANA SE LA/SW MS Gulf c f c t (Formerly New Orleans) Chapter "I CDR Rex A. Bent '76, US 229 Blue Crane #1 SUdeU, LA 70468 h: 504-847-9862 e: Rexuspa@compuserve.com CDR Joseph A. Grace Jr. '80, USNR 15 AUard Blvd New Gleans, LA 70119 h: 504-486-9040 e: jgrace@notc.org

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MARYLAND Annapolis Chapter

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CAPT Stephen K. Laabs '64, USN (Rel 1937 Baltimore-Annapolis Blvd.

Annapolis, MD 21401 h: 410-268-7709 xl04 e: stephen.laabs@usaa.com

Frederick J. Sheehan Jr. '78 160 BurkhaU Street #609 Weymouth, MA 02190-3533 h: 617-337-3712; w: 617-572-4562 e: fsheehan@jhancock.com

Dear fellow Alumni, faculty and friends of the Naval Academy: As the new President of the Annapolis Chapter of the Alumni Association, I would like to invite all newcomers to the Academy, members ofthe Class of '00 remaining for a while (compUmentary) and all 1,876 graduates in the local area to become members of the Annapolis Chapter and join us for monthly get-togethers. Graduating from USNA is not a requirement; all staff and faculty are eligible and most welcome!

Our Chapter has one of the largest numbers of graduates in the local area. Yet, collocation with the Academy seems to linut, not enhance participation. In response to input on how to improve and make the gatherings accessible for more of you, we are making some changes.

We have traditionally met at noon on the first Wednesday of the month (except for Christmas).

That meant the Senior Men's Golf Group couldn't do both, and those with "real jobs" in D.C. couldn't do lunch in Annapolis easily. So we are going to mix it up with breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Some will be on Wednesdays, some on Tuesdays, so everyone should find some events that they and their dates can and want to attend.

Our "kickoff' will be a "Double Bartel Breakfast with George (President and CEO Watt) and Charlie (Head Coach Weatherbie)" at 6:30 a.m., 6 September in the Bo Coppage Dining Room, Alumni Hall!!! We will follow that with a celebration of USNA Founders Day on 10 October, cocktails and dinner (O&F Club) with a historical presentation and tour of the new "100 Years and Beyond" Preble Hall exhibition by Dr. Scott Harmon '64!!! (great Class). Our Christmas celebration will be on Friday, 8 December. We'll fill you in on the other events later, just take the enclosed application, fill it in and come join this year's fun.

Beat Templel Steve, Bill, Mike and Becky

The Navy-Boston College football game is scheduled for 23 September in Chestnut Hill (Boston), MA. The precise time of kickoff is unknown at this time due to TV scheduling uncertainty. Tickets are available (if any left) through the NAAA ticket office, 800-US4-NAVY or 410-268-6060. Although there is a Navy section, you are responsible for obtaining your own tickets.

As we did two years ago, the Boston Chapter will host a tailgate party at Lyons Hall prior to the game.

Lyons Hall is located on BC's upper campus about three/four blocks from the stadium which is on the lower campus. We will have a full buffet with chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, side dishes, cookies, soft drinks, etc. and all the fixings. Cost is $20 per person.

Please send checks immediately to: James V. Masella Jr. '62, 102 Central Street Hingham, MA 02043 Jim's phone number is 781-749-4379. His email address is VesperEnt@aol.com and his fax number is 781-740-2391.

BeatBC! Pete Seibert '65

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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Arthur W. Bryant '66 1811 Hollywood Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236-131 h: 313-885-2174; f: 313-881-2333 e: lynorart@flash.net

MINNESOTA Upper Midwest Chapter Darrel Gonyea '61 1053 Peninsula Point Road Shakope, MN 55379 W: 612-882-1112 e: GONYEALAND@aol.com

Greater Southem Maryland Chapter Jack Pappas '61 RO. Box 154 Dowell, MD 20629-0154 h: 410-326-5496 e: jpappas@erols.com http://www.navyalumni.org 151

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

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

N E B R A S K A O m a h a Chapter CAPT Dennis R. Fox '79, Ui 2113 Christine Street Papillion,NE 68133 h: 402-597-8862; w: 402-294-3722 e: fox79@hotmail.com Sec'y: LCDR Chris Verdoni '88 4605 Long view Street Papillion,NE 68133 h: 402-292-3230; w: 402-294-8309 e: cverdoni@email.msn.com

clusion of the luncheon, CAPT Dennis Fox '79 presented CDR Curter and CDR (sel) Bishop Letters of Commendation from the Chairman of the Board and President of the Naval Academy Alumni Association for their enthusiastic support and guidance to the Omaha Chapter. CDR Curter's next assignment is PCO, PITTSBURGH (SSN-720), homeported in Groton, CT. LCDR Bishop's next assignment will be at the National Security Agency at Ft. Meade, MD. Attending were Al Slepicka '54, Bob Smith '61, Roy Suberly '69, RADM Paul SuUivan '70, RADM Chip Griffiths ' 7 1 , CAPT Mike McDermott '75, CAPT Dennis Fox '79, CDR Bob Beard '80, CDR Jeff Curter '83, Maj BuU Krueger '84, CDR (sel) Steve Bishop '85 and his wife, Erin, LCDR Chris Verdoni '88 and LCDR Robert ThortihiU '88.

for this summer. The three Las Vegans who are getting a taste of USNA are: Kelly Haycock, William Perry and Jesse Stice.

The first Chapter meeting of the 2000-2001 season will be a special evening social on 14 September. This is meant to coincide with the planned Las Vegas visit of George Watt Jr. '73, the new President of the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and CEO of the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation. Bucky Buchanan will host the social at his Henderson home.

Bob Titus '49, Corresponding Secretary nevadabob49 @juno. com

Later the same month, the Nebraska Naval Academy Parent's Club hosted their annual Bon Voyage Picnic for the Class of 2004, their families and maritime friends at Mahoney State Park. USNA Alumni were invited to attend to exchange stories about our experiences, answer questions and have a great time eating! Those that were able to attend included Al More '62, Phil Jacobs '64, CAPT Mike McDermott '75, CAPT Dennis Fox '79, CDR Bob Beard '80, Dave Weaver '83 (Blue and Gold Area Coordinator for Nebraska) and LCDR Chris Verdoni '88. CAPTMcDermott's son, Michael, has accepted an appointment to the USNA and will be a member of the Class of 2004.

As always, any visitors from out of town, or nonactive Alumni residing in the greater Omaha area, are welcome at oiu- luncheons on the first Tuesday of each month; socializing begins shortly before 11:30 a.m. Our luncheon location is the Officer's Club at Offutt AFB. For directions or any other information, contact either CAPT Dennis Fox or LCDR Chris Verdoni '88.

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M o n m o u t h County Chapter LtCol Robert L. Vogt '59, USMC 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 Robr '55, USAF(Ret.) 4804 Northridge Place NE Albuquerque, NM 87111-210' h: 505-294-4048; f: 505-844 e: rohrdf@sandia.gov

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CAPT Fox presented LOC to CDR (sel) Steve Bishop '85 and wife, Erin June was a busy month for members of the Omaha Alumni Chapter. On 5 June, a farewell luncheon was held for our former Chapter President (CDR Jeffrey Currer '83, USN) and Secretary (CDR (sel) Steve Bishop '85, USN). At the con-

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Mr. Bradley Carlson '91 2246 Darwin Circle Henderson, NV 89014-3105 h: 702-433-7248; w: 702-433-2100 e: BCarlson@goidc.com Las Vegas Chapter meets at a monthly luncheon, usually on the third Tuesday of the month (11:30 a.m.-l :30 p.m.), September through June. Meeting place has been Landry's Seafood House, 2610 W. Sahara Ave. Attending the June meeting—before the summer hiatus—were: Bob Border '39, Frank Sain '49, Bob Titus '49, Jim Morrison '52, Bucky Buchanan '58, Michael Morris '81 with wife, Susan, and son, Logan (future '22), and Brad and Tessa Carlson '91.

Tessa Carlson gave the group a final update on the Chapter involvement in the USNA Summer Seminar program, funding three local area youth

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Capital District Chapter LCDR Thomas M. Owens jmti^ 205 Colonial Avenue Albany, NY 12208-2404 h: 518-446-9278 e: owenst@bsk.com

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Metro N e w York Chapter RADM Henry F. White Jr., USNR '68 RO. Box 800 Bronx, NY 10471-0800 718-549-2177 e: hfwhite@iicl.org Chapter HotUne: 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: nelson.blish@kodak.com Nelson Blish '69 called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Members attending the meeting were Tom Bachmann '86, Tim Downs '54, and John Funkauser '57.

Tom Bachmann gave the Treasurer's Report. The Chapter has done well this year and has a sraall surplus. A report on the Board of Trustee meeting

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was presented by Nelson Blish. Items of special interest at the Board of Trustees meeting covered plans to give more support to tiie Chapters. While the plans are still in progress, ideas include an online Chapter directory tiiat can be updated by the Chapter reflecting changes of address and payment of dues at the local Chapter level.

The Chapter has its own Web site, http:// www.usna.com/chapters/US/NY/Western/ default.httn and John Fisher '80, is tiie Webmaster John and Tim Quigley '84, Assistant Webmaster, were acknowledged for establishing and maintaining the Web site.

Membership itutiatives were discussed. Possibilities include: - Midshipmen as Chapter members - Associate members, including Parents Club, and Blue & Gold Officers - Personal telephone calls to graduates of the Westem New York region - Placing a Chapter membership appUcation online.

A Program schedule for the year was discussed.

Meetings planned are: - Midshipman Recognition Dinner with the Commandant (lune) - Army and Navy picnic and Softball game in August - Navy Ball in October - Army-Navy Game at The Distillery - Board meetings and networking The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

NORTH CAROLINA Charlotte Chapter Bryan Dolan '76 5629 Lauriiun Road Charlotte, NC 28226 h: 704-364-6451 LtCoI Gary L. Beaver '77, USMCR 10 SUver Oak Court Greensboro, NC 27455 h: 336-299-4736 e: Gbeaver@AdamsKleemeier.com Thanks to the efi'ort of Bob Majeski '62 and especially his wife, Kay, the Plebe Send-off Picnic went off without a hitch. The weather was very suimy, the food was delicious and everyone had a great aftemoon. We give a big thank you to Debi Johnston (one of our local Blue & Gold reps and also President ofthe local Parents Club) for an outstanding job of contacting the members of the Class of 2004 and their parents. We were pleased that, of the nine candidates entering from our immediate area, eight were able to attend.

Parents attending included Debi and Fred Johnston (Ian Johnston '96, Garth Johnston '98 and Alec); Jean and Aaron Smith (Jeffrey Smith '02); Lynne and Mike Obermeyer (Duston Obermeyer '01 and Travis Obermeyer '01); Gail and Mike Bernard (Mike); Kathleen and Tim Gunderman (Christopher will enter NAPS and be Class of '05); Susan and Steve Keeney (Travis); Dallas Jamison Sr. (and son Dallas Jamison II, '01); Mike Linder (James Linder '02); Liz Fitzgerald and Bruce Roach (Diana); Bill Elko (Brett Elko'02); Norma and John Cady (John Cady '02); Shiriey Carter (Neal and older brother William Carter '96); Lortaine and Gordon Jacobs (Damien); Betty Wells (Victor Wells '02); Beth and Dennis Zito (Brent Zito '02 and older brother Dennis Zito '98).

Although many Alumni were committed to out of town family functions, the locals who made it included Garth Johnston '98 and his guest Constance Kuehne; Pat and Jack Meckler '62; Peg and Tom Hutchins '51; Jim Maloney '82; Dave Bertke '58; Sandy and Mark Wierman '88; Miriam and Jeff Searcy '62, Joe and Renee Steiner (Senior Blue & Gold Rep for our area ) and our hosts. Bob and Kay Majeski '62. I am very sorry that more of our local Alumni were not able to attend. You would have found it quite stimulating to chat with the new Plebes. Without exception, those I spoke with knew exactly what course of study they intend to pursue and most are pretty sure of their service career goal. At that age I'm not sure I was even sure what I wanted to do the next week, let alone for years to come. Our bottom line is that those about to enter (as they did on I Day, 30 June) and their parents seem to appreciate the opportunity to talk with some who have "done it."

Our efforts to organize a group attendance at the Charlotte Symphony "POPS in tiie Park" on 2 July tumed out to be fruitless. Again, too many folks were gone for the long weekend. Maybe we'll try again next year. The next event will likely be the "Tennis Social" and we will have to get the word out via email and telephone because specifics are not available as I am writing. We will have a golf outing in November and will be in touch via email.

Inasmuch as Veteran's Day falls on a Saturday, I think we may have to plan for either the following Monday, 13 November. I would appreciate hearing your thoughts from any who plan to participate. By the way, if you have changed, or change your email address PLEASE let me know via email or telephone. Thanks.

We are still having casual lunches on the third Friday at Sheraton Four Points at noon. Come join us.

Tom Hutchins cthmph @ bellsouth. net 704-375-9046

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://Unangleusna.home.mindspring.com/ June was a busy month for the Triangle Chapter.

Here is the summary of all that happened.

On 2 June 2000, the Chapter gathered at the usual watering hole for another dose of nostalgia and tall tales. As always, Newtons Southwest was the site of the monthly luncheon. If you missed it the following shipmates can fill you in: Tom Leiser '67, Bob Sager '81, Joe Matza '85, Chuck Adams '63, Gary Chapel '61, Gary Lew '60, Milt Forsyth '57, Bill Benedict '42, Tom Runkle '66, Helmusts Feifs '66, Andy Finlayson '66, Doug Guthe '76, Bruce Runberg '64, Jim Mergner '61, Chris Heath '72, Christopher Perrien '74, Earl McCuUers '56, Bill Gautier '67.

On 10 June, the USNA Alumni Team competed in the Triangle Service Academy Golf Toumament at Crooked Creek Golf Club in Fuquay-Varina, NC. The toumament was "best ball" format. The USNA team completed their round in 12 under par, but fell short of victory by one stroke. The winning team was one of the Air Force Academy's four teams.

Members of the USNA team were: Jim Mellencamp '48, Chuck Adams '63, Ken Smith '66, and Jon Hensley '87. Ken Smith's play was particularly impressive; his outstanding tee to green play consistently put the Navy team in position to putt for birdies.

On 11 June, the Chapter held the annual summer cookout at the home of Maggie and Bill Gautier '67. A total of 34 people attended, including five local members of the Class of 2004 and a number of parents from the local Naval Academy Parents Club. Four North Carolina members ofthe Class of 2004 attended Gabriel Ives, Brandon Farley, Eric Montgomery and Cera Tillett.

The Chapter meets for lunch on the first Friday ofthe month at Newton's Southwest, at the Harrison Street 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 Stan Bashaw '81 at 919-363-2519.

OHIO Cincinnati/Northern KYi Michael F. Simon '73 757 Maidstone Court Cincinnati, OH 45230-3827 h: 513-231-3174 e: msimon757@aol.com

Diana Roach '04, Travis Keeney '04, Travis Obermeyer '01, Neal Carter '04, Alec lohnston '04, Katharine Folz, Damien Jacobs '04 and Mike Bernard '04.

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Cleveland Chapter CAPT A. O. Rule III 50, USNR (Ret.) 90 Pheasant Run Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 h: 440-247-4379; w: 440-247-5100 x328 e: rulelII@aol.com Columbus/Central Ohio Chapter CAPT Wm. "Mick" Taylor '68, USMC (Ret.) 1450 Abbotsford Green Drive PoweU, OH 43065 h: 614-888-6774 e: micktaylor@yahoo.com Chapter officers met at our new president's home on 28 June, to discuss the Chapter's longerterm goals and the future of the Columbus/Central Ohio Chapter. "Where Are We Going?" is a good description of the look at what we shall be doing from two to five years and beyond. Officers present were: David Baker '63 (Webmaster), Roy Girod '53 (Programs), Matt Lightner '89 (Parents Coordinator), Jerry O'Donnell '61 (Treasurer), Russ Puppe '66 (Membership), and Mick Taylor '68 (El Presidente). Three other officers also recently elected were unable to attend due to previous commitments (out of town, AWOL, or sick, lame, and lazy): Jim Cowardin '66 (Newsletter), Howard Russell '71 (Vice President), and Ed Tipshus '54 (Secretary). Our next get-together will be "Friday Night at the Races" at Scioto Downs Racetrack (Harness) South of the 1-270 outerbelt on 14 July.

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: ijonlauer@aol.com

O K L A H O M A O k l a h o m a City Chapter CAPT Charles C. Coley '34, USN (Ret.) 41INW 14th Street , Oklahoma City, OK 73103-3510 h: 405-235-0234 e: cccusn@aol.com I\ilsa O k l a h o m a Chapter 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 Chapter held a "Welcome Aboard" for Tulsa area appointees to the Class of 2004 on 21 June 2000, at the Summit Club. Area Alumni who were present to speak with incoming Plebes and their parents (as well as dispense copious sage advice and indisputable perspective) were "Zach" Zacharias '48, Dick Liebendorfer '50, Lew Diley '54, Dave Reif '62, John Carwile '76, Harry Rouse '77, Pete Rieg '89 and "the Ensign," Josh Powers '00. The Tulsa area had seven appointees and Michael Stratton (Muskogee), Eric Rolff

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(Bartlesville), Samantha Faulkner (Tulsa), Robert Sparks (Owasso) and Lance Heyen (Tulsa) were able to attend with their parents. We were also joined

by Blue & Gold officers RADM Jerry West and the Honorable Keith Rapp, as well as Parent's Club past president Brad Powers.

Dave Reif is setting up an Alumni golf outing for late July at White Hawk Country Club. A "Beat Army" football watch party is also in the works.

OREGON Oregon and Southvi^est' |ashingt< Chapter Mr. M. Alexander "Tex" Harkins Jr. 4055 SW 48th Place Portland, OR 97221-3735 h: 503-297-0246; w: 503-297-0252 e: harkins@computer.org Web site: http://usnaaa-or-swwa.homepage.com June Luncheon The Chapter met for our monthly Luncheon on 23 June. Attending the luncheon were: Jim Leiser '51; John DeZell '55; Dianne and Jake McMichael '58; Jerry North '61; Alex "Tex" Harkins '67; Ed Hepp '67; Betty and Bob Moeller '67; Doug Bomarito '68; Joe Kavale '68; and Bruce Thompson '73.

For a change of pace, the venue for the June luncheon was the Doembecher Children's Hospital. Ed Hepp '67, who sits on the Board of Directors ofthe Hospital Foundation, arranged for a tour of Doembecher's beautiful new facility followed by lunch in their Conference Center. Our hosts and tornguides were Mr. Jonathan M. Ulsh, vice president for development Oregon Health Sciences University, and Ms. Susan Nicol, associate director Doembecher Children's Hospital Foundation. The new hospital opened its doors in the summer of 1998, and is dedicated solely to the special needs of children. Every element of design is focused on children, and their families. Doembecher Children's Hospital provides the widest range of health care service for children in not only the Northwest, but nationally and internationally. Doembecher is a recognized leader in clinical care, education and research. Last year alone, children made 135,000 visits to its hospital and clinics. For nearly 75 years it has trained the pediatric doctors, nurses and therapists who serve the children of the Northwest. A part of Oregon Health Scienlces University, Doembecher is the only pediatric facility in the region conducting scientific research into the causes of and therapies for childhood diseases. All those attending the tour were extremely impressed with the facility and the staff.

Chapter Business Following a wonderful lunch, those Chapter members present (and a few who had voted by email) elected the following slate of Chapter Officials for 2000-2001: President: M. Alex "Tex" Harkins '67 Vice President/President Elect: Bruce Thompson '73 Secretary: Joe Kavale '68 Treasurer: Skip Phipps '73 Council: Ed Hepp '67, Cal Meek '67, Matt Wilson '90.

Appointed positions: B&G Oregon Coordinator: Butch Bewich '62 B&G Washington Liaison: Dave Jensen '77 Past President: Doug Bomarito '68 (Facilities) Past President: Jack Kohl '65 (Communications)

Following the election, newly elected Chapter President, Alex "Tex" Harkins announced that the Oregon and Southwest Washington Region Blue and Gold effort had resulted in a banner 11 candidates accepting appointments to USNA. The meeting ended with all the Alumni treating our hosts, Jonathan and Susan to the answer to the age old question of "How long have you been in the Navy," with some of us remembering our "Table Salts" a little bit better than others.

The Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter meets for lunch the second Wednesday of every month at The Georgian Room Restaurant, Meier & Frank, 10th Floor, Downtown Portland, 6th and Alder, at 11:30 a.m. Please join us. CaU Alex 'Tex' Harkins (503-297-0246) or Bmce Thompson '73 (503-292-8833) for any additional information, or check our Web site.

Joe Kavale '68

P E N N SYLVAN Philadelphia Chapter Mr. Paul James '81 323 Minuteman Drive CoUegeville, 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 Alunmi Golf ChaUenge 10/10: Founder's Day Diimer 10/13: Navy Day Luncheon 10/14: Navy Day Regatta 11/13: Navy NIT Basketball Tailgate 11/19: Wine Tour 12/2: A-N FootbaU Party 12/26: Military Ball A mailing will precede USNA AA of Philadelphia events. If you would like to be added to the maiUng Ust, please make sure you have mailed your annual dues to Mike DeLorey '70, 505 S. Lenola Road, Suite 211, Moorestown, NJ 08057-9896.

Anyone interested in helping to mn events throughout the year, please contact Paul James '81 at PJUSNA81@yahoo.com Bi-Annaul Navy-Army Golf Challenge: Saturday, 9 September, 11:30 a.m. A great time last spring by golfers and non-golfers alike. 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 ninth, and full buffet with cash bar at the 18th. Anyone interested should contact Paul James ' 81 at PJUSNA81 @ Yahoo.com or 610666-1093.

Founder's Day Dinner Formerly known as the Annual Alumni Dinner.

Scheduled for 10 October 2000 on die day tiie Naval Academy was founded. This is a semi-formal dinner. Our tentative guest speaker is Mr. George Watt '73, President and CEO of flie USNA Alumni Assoc. The Shipmate of the Year Award wiU be presented at tiie dinner. POC: Rob Bender '73, 215575-4015 or RBender@ParkwayCorp.com 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 Shipmate, September 2000

great job placement success to date. Come to our luncheons and support our program, which has placed 89 folks in tiie last 42 months. The cost is $25 paid at tiie door for a complete lunch with salad, entree and desert. To reserve a seat email (call) Julian Toneatto '67 USMA at Adler@fast.net (856757-0070) within one day of the event.

Southeastern PA Parent's Association The USNA Parent's Assn. (SPPA) President is Debbie Feigel (215-483-2959 or wurgelf @erols.com) and the Newsletter Editor is Joe Bartish ( 6 0 9 . 7 2 2 . 4 3 3 6 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 Pennsylvania at DonMcl@AOL.com (610-449-9674) or Al Burr in New Jersey at Diamondl@BellAtlantic.net (609387-9202) http://www.nadn.navy.nul/BGO/ News Input Philadelphia Chapter news input for Shipmate should be emailed to Paul H. James at PJUSNA81 @yahoo.com (610-666-1093). Infonnation about the above events will be mailed through out the year to dues-paid members. You are welcomed to send your email address to PJUSNA81@yahoo.com.

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Golf-Cup Warren Gieger '67 LFSMA and Art Vossberg '77 USNAA Pittsburgh Chapter CAPT Tom Nagelin '74, Skip Dittman '67, Dennis Haley '67, Tom Kolongowski '86, Jira Meehan '86, Casey Johnson '89, John Coney '89, Bob Barnes '77, Steve Chadwick '62

William E. Otto '71 4105 Tartan Court Munysville, PA 15668-1045 h: 724-325-4281; w: 412-856-3500 e: Figaro4105@aol.comPhilippines

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PHILIPPINES Philippines Chapter CAPT Rafael V. Dacanay '76, F'N^S%' 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

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I represented the Chapter at the May meeting of the Board of Tmstees. Terry has put a report on the Web for those of you that check that site. The change of note at the national level is that Tmstee allocation has been modified and the changes are being implemented as curtent Tmstees terms are completed. In the past, the 13 Chapters with the largest membership were given a position on the board.

Under that system there was very little chance for most of the chapters to ever gain a slot. The new system allows three Board Members to be selected from the smaller chapters. Chapters that wish to be considered must submit an input/request with specific data about their Chapter This goes to a selection committee for review. Chapters selected this way will each have one position to fill for one term of two years with a six month on deck training period. Our application was submitted last June. Another change was to allocate Tmstee positions to classes by decades. Both changes should provide the Board with a better representation of the overall membership.

Word has reached me that in a very small and unofficial survey, taken by a very reliable source, someplace in the Northeast, last June that not too many of our members visit the Chapter Web site.

That is sad to hear since it is not only an excellent site prepared by one of our older members for all of us, it is also the best way for us to keep the mem156

bership informed. We cannot afford to mail out notices to the entire membership each month or even once a quarter. I know that many of you have yet to participate in one of our events. I hope it is not because you were not aware of what has been planned.

If that is the case we need to know what you expect and how we can keep you informed. There is a section on the Web site called the "Deck Log," please enter it and give us your comments. You can communicate with us!

Annie and I attended the Come Around in Pensacola in early May. The attendance was small, but we leamed that has very little impact on the fun. In fact we got to know each other better than we would have had there been a larger crowd. I would urge any of you to try the following. Look in your new roster and find someone close to where you live. Zip codes will help. Even the first digit will nartow it down a lot. Pick a name, maybe someone you have never met. Call and suggest a weekend at some mutually convenient spot. Two or three couples is all that it takes to get something started.

I believe that you will find that this will be all the spark needed to get the ball rolling in your area.

I have some great pictures and report from Frank and Marion Conery on the Northeast's first Come Around last June in Chambersburg, PA. Look for them in next month's Shipmate since for the first time in two years I have more than one column that will hold.

I received a note and email from Shirley and Jerry Engle '41 with a picture of their unit. They call it "Thing 5" but Winnebago refers to it as a "Warrior" Here is a picmre of the Engle's and their "Thing"

Sidney and Jerry Engle '41 doing their "thing" It is a 1984 model driven by a little old man with only 70K miles. Take a good look at Jerry Engle '41. Would you believe that he is 80 years old! I would be happy to make it to 80 looking Uke that.

It must be the young wife that keeps us looking that good. Jerry did have some serious surgery last year and long recovery period. He is looking good now and I know we all wish him well. This is the second Warrior that the Engles have owned. He didn't say but my guess is that it is their fifth RV. Hey, I pick up on small clues! Jerry worked for Disney World and they used to keep an Airstream at the park for quarters while Jerty was on the job.

Jerry mentioned that he has been impressed with the Safari Trek. I know we have a few Trekers in our group and since it represents a rather unique approach to RV travel how about an owner's report from them? Let me know what model you own, how long you have had it and how you like it. I'll share the inputs either in a future Shipmate or in Terry's "Over the Horizon."

Mike and Annie

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S O U T H C A R O L I N A Charleston Chapter CAPT Joseph C. Gamboa '6% USNR 1672 Seignious Drive Charleston, SC 29407-9661 h: 843-556-4544 http://members.tripod.com/~iiutt2/navy/ e: ananda6662.aol.com June Meeting The June meeting was held on the 21 st at the usual lunch meeting site, the Omar Shrine facility adjacent to the Patriot's Point Naval and Maritime Museum.

Distinguished guests in attendance were incoming members of the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2004 and their parents. The feamred speaker was CDR (Sel) Paul J. Bradfield, USN, head oftiiecandidate guidance staff at the Academy admissions office. Also among the invited guests were prospective candidates for the Class of '05.

Commander Bradfield gave a powerpoint brief on admissions, describing the rather involved application process (you really have to want to attend the Academy to jump through the many hoops), listing some of the characteristics of successful candidates, and urging members to assist the Academy by fostering appUcations from qualified high school students.

Members attending the brief were Walt Robinson '42; Audley McCain '43; Jerry Nuss '47; Max Hill '51 and Dick Dalla Mura '51; Fuzzy Knight, Tom Mayberry '53, Jim Rodgers '53 and Bob North '53; Jim Moore '57; Ed Szweda '60; Frank Kirk '61 and his son Robbie; Larty Fulton, Dave Belton, and Sylvia and Joe Gamboa '62; Jim Welsch '67; Bill Nold '71; Bill Bobo '72; Bob Jordan '80; Deanna Adams '94; and associate member Bill Dull.

Chapter 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.

Our next event is, at this point, a tentatively scheduled brief by the new commanding officer of the nuclear power school. Thereafter, the follow-on meetings will be on 21 August and 18 September.

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.

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South Carolina Midlands Chapter

Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter

South Texas Chapter

Rev. Aris P. Metrakos 9 Baying Hound Way Blytiiewood, SC 29016-8743 h: 803-786-8100 e: colagoc@mindspring.com Web site: www.members.aol.com/usnaaasc

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

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

CAPT Edward A. Lyons '69, USNR 2557 Park Creek Cove Germantown, TN 38139 h: 901-755-1286

Lynn A. Wegner '65 2202 Winrock Houston, TX 77057 h: 713-781-9932; w: 713-263-8001 ext. 265

Palmetto Chapter WiUiam B. Swent '88 (Acting President) Leatherwood, Walker, Todd & Mann, P.C. 100 E. Coffee Stt-eet PO. Box 87 Greenville, SC 29602-0087 w: 864-242-6440 e: WSwent@LWTM.com

Low Country Chapter Robert M. Hoskins Jr. '87 14 Sandpiper Road Hilton Head, SC 29928-6419 h: 803-686-4351 e: bobhoskinsjr@hotmail.com

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: johUnger@worldnet.att.net

TEXAS North Texas Chapter TENNESSEE Chattanooga Chapter Mr. Charles T. EQggins '( RO. Box 15427 Chattanooga, TN 37415-0427 h: 423-877-0776 ext. 11; fax: 423-874-0852 r: 423-886-1111; o: 423-877-0776x11 e: chiggins@voy.net The Chattanooga Chapter has elected new officers: President: Charles T. Higgins '64; Vice President: CAPT Mike Patten '51 (Ret.); Sec/Treasurer: Steve Stark '90; Tmstee: VADM Ron Eytchison '58 (Ret). We would like to thank the outgoing officers for their efforts over the past few years and look forward to their continued participation in the Chapter.

The Chapter met at Rick Powers '86 lake house for a July 4th party. Attendees included: Pemmy and Mike Patten '51, Pat and Ron Eytchison '58, Charlene and Vance Fry '60, Gail and Chuck Higgins '64, Rita and Mike Bums '92 and Rick and his son, Skylar. In addition to good food, games and swimming, Vance Fry gave a nice tour of part of the lake in his pontoon boat.

A contingent will be traveling to see Navy beat Georgia Tech 16 September. The Atlanta Chapter, www.usnaaaa.com for more info, is having a tailgate party beginning at 1:00 p.m. Game starts at 3:30 p.m.

For details regarding upcoming events, parties and meetings, email Steve Stark at sstark速 millermartin.com or Chuck Higgins at chiggins@ voy.net. If you send us an email, we'll put you on our mailing Ust for news and notices. See you at the next event!

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Charles T. Higgins

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LCDR James M. Bethmama'77. USNR 2203 Creekside Circle South Irving, TX 75063 h: 972-402-9596; w: 214-954-1834 e: jim.bethmann@komferry.com The North Texas Chapter held its June lunch meeting at the Lincoln City Club in Dallas. George Watt '73, Chairman and CEO of the Alumni Association and Foundation, and Steve Maconi were in town from AnnapoUs as guests. George shared with the group his experiences of the first 30 days on the job, and his vision for the Association. Chapter members in attendance included: Jim Bethmann '77, Andrew Massimmo '57, Marshall Nadel '74, Eric Mehalko '86, Saul Zavala '74, Doug Jones '88, Mark Lambright '75, Carl Travis '46, Steve Livesay '72, Ken Smith '72, Kurt Metcalf ' 9 1 , John O'Donnell '86, Mike Huber '78, Steve Ingram '73, and John Hamilton '68.

The North Texas Chapter held no monthly events for July with the exception ofthe Tri-Services Softball toumament.

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Rob Gibbs '92 (Rob_Gibbs@enron.net) reports that he is thoroughly enjoying life as an engineer with Enron Broadband Services. Rob and Wendy are expecting their first child this July (as this column is written). Those offering parenting advice can reach Rob at his email address. Anthony Spinier '91 is working at Sigma-Genosys, a small biotech company in The Woodlands, as the manager of the new Engineering System Development department. Dana and Anthony Spinier are expecting their second child, due in January. Their first child, Sam, is almost 3. Their phone is 281-4191434, and Anthony's work phone is 281-363-3693 ext. 1163. Andy Howard '75 (achoward@wt.net) is recovering from a successful kidney transplant operation done on 12 June. Andy's wife, Tina, was the kidney donor. Both of them are recovering well now. You can get all the info, and lots of photos, from Andy's Web site, http://web.wt.net/ -achoward/Kidney.htm, or send him a get-well email.

The Thirty Year Dinner A special recognition party was held on 28 June to honor Neil Block '61 and his 30 years of service to the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter. The party was organized by Peter VanDerlofske '68 and his wife, Francioise. Neil's dedicated, enthusiastic, and passionate support of our activities over many years has contritDuted significantly to the great reputation and success of our Chapter Lynn Wegner '65 started the evening by relating several stories and presenting our guest of honor with a USNA Desk Lamp. Other guests related many interesting and "colorful" stories about Neil. It was a great evening of fun and camaraderie among the Alumni, and their wives and guests. Our Chapter is very appreciative of Neil's service. The attendees included: Neil Block '61, Eric Woods '64, John KendaU '64, Rob Brown '65, Lynn Wegner '65, Peter VanDerlofske '68, and Rich Bulger'69.

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USNA Birthday Celebration Dinner We have scheduled a Chapter Dinner on 6 October, in lieu ofthe monthly luncheon. We have made plans to celebrate the 155th Birthday of the Naval Academy on board TEXAS (BB-35) on Friday, 6 October beginning at 6:00 p.m. The evening will include ship tours, social hour, birthday toasts, dinner, and Navy birthday cake. George Watt '73, newly named Alumni Association President and CEO, is scheduled as our keynote speaker. Due to the obvious outdoor setting, the dress will be casual. Spouses and guests are obviously invited. We are looking forward to this first-time event on the Battleship TEXAS. We expect a large tumout, and accordingly you must make reservations to attend this event. We have already sent reservation forms to all area Alumni on our list. If you did not receive a reservation, please call Rob Brown '65 at 281423-4895 or 281-376-4264 to confirm your reservation. This historic battleship in our backyard is the perfect setting in which to celebrate the great lessons of honor teamwork, and discipline that we initially leamed many years ago. The youngest and the oldest grads can equally share these stories and great times.

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 MetropoUtan 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 re-named 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 1:00 p.m. lunch). 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 713-750-8868 or send an email to klein 1985 @ aol.com.

Ed Klein '72

UTAH/IDAHO/ MONTANA/WYOMING Intermountain NA Alumni Chapter James R. Clark '66 5860 South HoUaday Boulevard"" Salt Lake City, UT 84121-1512 h: 801-272-7183 e: clarkfam@gateway.net

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CAPT Roger C. Adams 'M,MSN..(&Bt^ 6609 Fairway View Trail Roanoke, VA 24018 h: 540-989-6198; w: 540-362-7389 e: radams3491@aol.com This year has brought forth many new challenges as we continue to seek ways to continue Chapter growth and a schedule of events that can accommodate the maximum number of members as possible. In this light, I would like to emphasize that spouses are always invited to attend any and all of our meetings. In April, the celebration of our first year in operation with ADM Dan Bowler as our guest speaker was a great event. ADM Bowler gave a very detailed discussion on the curtent state of the Navy and Marine Corps citing the force level, commitments and readiness issues. He then gave us a very interesting picture of the Kosovo operations where he served as the Deputy Joint Strike Ops Commander, including the incident involving the Chinese embassy (on his duty night).

June was highlighted by our second annual recognition dinner in honor of the young men and women entering with the Class of 2004 (makes me feel a bit old!). We have five new members of the Brigade from our Chapter area and we will continue to improve our support for the Blue & Gold Officers and get those numbers up. Our guest speaker for the dinner was Mrs. Lynn Kessler, President of the newly formed Southwest Virginia Parents Club. Her speech focused on the parent's perspective of Plebe Year (son Harry Kessler '02) and was very well presented. She'd make a great PAO for USNA. The National Chapter has decided to follow the "WoPoo" example and will now celebrate the official founding to the Naval Academy each 10 October with a big event. All Chapters are encouraged to follow suit. Navy will be playing Notre Dame in Orlando on 14 October and the Alumni House is also sponsoring the trip to that event. Roger Henderson '69 has volunteered to host a Chapter tailgate/game party at his home in Bedford. This will be a great time for all particularly since his home provides a stunning view of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the fall colors, so prominent at that time of year. We will use this occasion as our Chapter's salute to the 155th birthday of the Naval Academy. Army-Navy victory will again be celebrated at the Hidden Valley Country Club on 2 December, so mark your calendars now for all these great events.

Central Virginia Chapter CAPT Anthony A. Hastoglis '55, USN (Ret.) 102 Shawnee Court ChariottesviUe, VA 22901-1034 h: 804-973-7846 e: Ahastoglis@compuserve.com The Central Virginia Chapter closed its first year with a luncheon meeting on 25 May at Greencroft

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Country Club. In addition to President Tony Hastoglis '55 and his wife, Betty, other attendees included Ann and Vem Anderson '45, Rick Arllen '69, Reece Belk '51, Bob CantreU '56, Pat and Joe Dunn '55, George Eraser '53, Larry Frost '55, John Hine '69, Jeff HoUoway '77, Jerry Jones '56, Bob Kephart '46, John Lambert '64, Tom Lynch '56, Joan and Jack McNish '55, Donna and Jack Renard '55, Barbara and Pete Stark '52, Mike Tremain '43, and George Welsh '56.

The Chapter curtentiy has 60 members, and has elected the following officers for the upcoming year: President, Tony Hastoglis '55, Vice President, Tom Emery '51, Secretary, Ann Anderson (Vem '45), and Treasurer, Jeff HoUoway '77. Directors are Rick Arllen '69, John Lambert '64, and Woody Ramsey '52.

While Chapter meetings will resume on a monthly basis in September, members are already working on activities for the coming year. Reece Belk '51, is organizing a tour of the University of Virginia's newly remodeled and expanded football stadium. The group also expressed to George Welsh '56, their interest in another football gathering at one of the upcoming UVA home games. He agreed to cooperate with some tickets if he could get under the radar of the UVA ticket seUers. Jack Renard '55 is planning a golf toumament for this fall.

The Chapter meets for business and lunch, and, frequently, plans social gatherings to include guests.

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 Social Events The annual Plebe Recognition Dinner was held on 25 May 2000, at tiie NAS OCeana O' Club. The Chapter played host to the incoming Plebes from the Hampton Roads juea and their families. The evening was intended to introduce these young people and their families to the Naval Academy "family." All but one of the 19 members ofthe incoming Class of 2004 attended the dinner. Our guest of honor and speaker was RADM Stan Bryant '69.

The admiral's remarks were right on target for a group of soon-to-be Plebes. ADM Bryant displayed his keen wit and thoughtful insight into what challenges these young people will face in the immediate future as well as during the course of their Naval Service. A Q&A session followed, the panel, which included some freshly minted Youngsters.

Chapter Members, Grads and spouses included: Wick Harlan '46; Frances and Jim Weirich '46; Cecile and Don Trueblood 49; Elaine and Jim DiNardo '50; Sue and Bill Earl '51; Sandra and Dick Hanna '57; Pete Glasier '62; Ron Bishop '63; Barb and Ron Voelkel '65; Becky and Dan Lear '68; Judi and Stan Bryant '69; Bob Byles '69; Emily and Dennis Plank '69; Frank Roberts '69; Bill Pardee '70; Kathy and Howie Cronauer '72; Ken Berger '73; Tom Cole '74; Sarah and Rich Johnson '74; Dee and Jerry Rudd '74; Mark Rupprecht '76; Sue and Dave Paddock '77; Mary Ellen and Mike Doyle '79; B. J. and Jack Kasiski '79; Ben Pancho '81; Erik Eriksen '83 and Linda Eriksen '84; Steve Bibeau '84; Adriana and Pat Grillo 'A; Pat McFadden 'A. The Q&A Panel included Pat Blind '03, Dora Branyan '03 and Mike Cronauer '03.

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Blue &Gold Officers present included Tom Cole (Area Coordinator), Jim Weirich, Rich Johnson, Mike Doyle, Roger Grayson, Ben Pancho, Frank Roberts, Mary Sameit (Doug Sameit '71) and Marty Synder. Kathy Cronauer, President of the Parents' Club, was with us too. Bob Byles '69 organized this event and was the emcee, as he was for the past many years. His legendary shtick was at its best! Thanks, Bob, for pulling together yet another superb dinner and program.

Chapter SOE 15 SEP 00 Blue Angels Air Show 20 SEP 00 Business Breakfast

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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

Williamsburg Chapter Mr. Allen P. Whitaker '60 2304 West Island Road Williamsburg, VA 23185 h: 757-258-4628 e: apwhitaker@widomaker.com

WASHINGTON Hanford/Tri-Cities Chi CAPT Edward G. Schwier '69, USN (Ret.) 1196 Brentwood "S^^fc Richland, WA 99352-9448 ^R, h: 509-627-7288; w: 509-372-0176 e: egschwier@aol.com

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Chapter Log Karen Beauchamp, wife of Bob Beauchamp '65, was recentiy reelected as the Chairman of the RepubUcan Party of Virgitua Beach. Bob served as her campaign manager.

Helen and Al Galvani '43 are organizing the 2001 Reunion of BURNS CDD-588). Al was a Plankowner in her and subsequentiy decommissioned her in June 1946, while serving as the exec and acting CO. My thanks to Pat Grillo 'A, 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 Besides the news of Chapter happeiungs and the announcements of Chapter events, this newsletter is a venue for all of us to share the professional and social aspects of our Uves with our fellow grads.

Bragging rights about offspring and grandchildren are most particularly entertained. As well, a good sea story wiU be most well received. So, take pen to paper, or, for you computer savvy folks, fingers to keyboard, and send me the gouge. My email address is Usted below. Letters should be posted to our Chapter post office box Usted in the newsletter header.

Jerry A. Rudd '74 blackshoe @ erols. com

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 A dinner meeting on 6 June saw the chapter at the Everett Naval Station properly entertaining sixteen appointees to the Class of 2004. A total of 98 parents, alumni and future Plebes attended. On board were Robert Schelling ' 3 8 , Angus McDonald '48, John Coughlin '50, Fred Adair '52, Dean Abrahamson '53, Bruce McComb '53, Colin Saari '60, Walt Draper '61, Fred Triggs '61, Dale Moses '66, Doug Cook '74, Steve Young '83, Mark Lunde ' 86, Eric Reese '92, and Scott Kinkele '98. They are a good-looking group and a worthy representation from the northwest! Fair sailing '04.

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W A S H I N G T O N , D C A R E A 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.tml

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West Virginia Chapter Joe Dailey '51 1226 Mount Vernon Road Charleston, WV 25314-2528 h: 304-346-6193 e: josephdailey@excite.com

WISCONSIN Wisconsin Chapter Winston C. Williams '46 13350 West Bluemound Road #2 Elm Grove, WI 53122-2538 h: 414-782-6645; w: 414-782-9410 e: winwill@execpc.com e: cook.phiUip@milwaukee.va.gov

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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

tion, stories again provided a chance for the seniors to spin a personal experience while the younger crowd wondered if all those barnacles bothered them when they walked! From the other side there was probably doubt that the more recent graduates had yet even learned to walk! In other words it was a great family reunion. Of course it was great northwest weather, at least for 23 July.

In September, the chapter will ttavel north to meet at the Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. The annual Joint Service Academy Dinner in October is being hosted by Kings Point this year. It is West Point's tum to host the "Big" game on 2 December They've chosen the safety ofthe Fort Lewis O' Club, so we'll need a full complement of hands and a steady wind! And finally at the end of the year the USNA Parents Club of Washington will coordinate with West Point and AFA Parents Clubs for the Holiday Mid/Cadet Dinner Dance.

Check the chapter Web site at http://www.usnaaapsc.org/ for the latest details.

The celebrated annual picnic at the Tacoma Country and Golf Club again drew a strong gathering.

By that I mean large numbers, though there were the strong-winded too. In keeping with the tradi-

Susanne Saalau-Bethall '85 50 Aubreys Letchworth-Herts SG6 3TU England w: 0-1438-76-3419 e: ssb25133@GlaxoWellcome.co.uk or 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."

—Laurence Binyon, 1914

Adamson Frank Marshall '29 RADM, USN (Ret.) 12 October 1999 Bastian Gary Bradley '67 25 July 2000 Bei^strom David Erick '92 • LT USN 18 June 2000 Black, Marvin Leo '47 23 March 1993 Bowers, Richard Harwood '38 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 31 July 2000 Brooks, Irwin Thorpe '38 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 17 June 2000 Burdick, Robert Stewart '35 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 30 April 2000 Carter, Clyde Andrew Leo '59 23 June 2000 Chambers, Lloyd Stuart '46 CDR, USN (Ret.) 16 June 2000 Cruse, James Hamilton '37 P CAPT, USN (Ret.) 15 July 2000 Degnan, Thomas Francis '58 13 July 2000 Dewey, Elliot Arthur '48 ft LCDR, USN (Ret.) 7 May 2000 Dowling, Patrick Samuel '46 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 8 July 2000 Dunwody, Kenneth Webster '48 27 June 2000 EUiott, John Robert 2000 ENS, USNR 22 July 2000

Enright, Joseph Francis '33 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 20 July 2000 Faucett, William A '46 LCDR, USN (Ret.) 11 November 1999 Figura, Robert Richard '58 18 June 2000 Gambrill, Nelson Jackson '45 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 27 July 2000 Gardes, Alfred Wiltz'37 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 23 July 2000 Grabowsky, Leon '41 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 28 July 2000 Hanson, William Vernon '46 CDR, USNR (Ret.) 10 July 2000 Herras, Charles Richard '30 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 28 July 2000 Jordan, Stephen Walter '54 CAPT, USNR (Ret.) 17 June 2000 Kinkele, Scott Walter '98 ENS, USN 27 July 2000 Knoizen, Kerry Kenneth '77 CDR, USN 17 July 2000 Konig, Rubin Harold '38 CDR, USN (Ret.) 12 March 2000 Lefever, Alan Eugene '47 1 December 1999 Lewellen, Bafford Edward '31 RADM, USN (Ret.) 21 June 2000 Lindberg, Donald Solon '44 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 5 June 2000

JOSEPH FRANCIS QUILTER '28 Rear Adnural Joseph F. Quilter, USN (Ret.), died of a stroke on 7 June 2000 in Portola Valley, CA. One of the nation's oldest surviving naval aviators, he was bom in Binghamton, NY, in 1907 and entered the U.S. Naval Academy in 1924, just as the nation's first aircraft carrier became operational.

After graduation in 1928 and service on PENNSYLVANIA (BB-38), Quilter won his aviator's wings in 1930. Over the next five years, he flew Vought 03U-1 scouting biplanes off AUGUSTA (CA-31), flagship of the U.S. Asiatic Fleet.

This tour was under the command of Captain Chester Nimitz while homeported in Shanghai, China, during the turbulent times of Japanese aggression in east Asia. He did pioneering work with these aircraft in directing naval gunfire by radio and hydrological surveying. In 1938, he was executive officer of Torpedo Squadron Six

(VT-6) one of the first two monoplane squadrons ever deployed on a carrier during the shakedown cruise of ENTERPRISE (CV-6) to South America. After a tour as flight deck officer of YORKTOWN (CV-5) in 1940-41, he ran the BuAer desk for design and procurement for cartier arresting gear. Near the end of World War II he commissioned and was executive officer of the carrier SHANGRI LA (CV-38) during airstrikes against Okinawa and the home islands of Japan.

He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Combat "V." After the war, he was a senior naval observer ofthe atomic bomb tests at Bikini in 1946. From 1949-52, he commanded Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia and oversaw its conversion into the Navy's first master jet base.

During the Korean War, he commanded SALISBURY SOUND (AV-13) off Okinawa, which was home ship to the Navy's flying boat patrol

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CAPT, USNR 8 July 2000 Russell, Richard Davis '59 Schlenzig, Robert Edward '54 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 9 July 2000 Shu-ley, John Beverly '38 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 26 July 2000 Siple, William Lynn '44 CAPT, USN (Ret.) 13 July 2000 Sullivan, Kevin Fletcher '63

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bomber operations along the Korean coast.

Retiring in 1954, he was promoted to rear admiral by a then-existing law for holders of a combat decoration.

He received an M.B.A. from Stanford in 1955 and worked in the aerospace industry until 1968.

His first wife, Adrienne Balch, died in 1974.

Five of his younger siblings followed him into the military including Captain Edward S. Quilter '31; Major General Charles J. Quilter, USMC; Lieutenant Commander Elizabeth V. Quilter, USNR; PMCl Mary Louise Quilter, USNR, and Sergeant Brendon P. Quilter, USA. All served in Worid War II. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Blum Quilter, of Portola Valley, C A; daughter, Jane Q. Kennedy of San Francisco, CA; son. Lieutenant John F. Quilter, USNR (Ret.), of Brisbane, CA; two sisters, a brother, a granddaughter, and two great-grandsons.

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PAUL C H R O N I C A L COOK '34 Paul C. Cook, a former president of American Overseas Petroleum Limited (AMOSEAS),andoneof the major figiu-es in the American overseas oil business in the 1960s, died in Dallas, TX, on 29 May 2000. Mr. Cook was 88 years old and had been suffering from cancer. Services were held in St. James Episcopal Church of Dallas, with interment in Hillcrest Memorial Park, followed by a reception at the Cook home.

Resort, where he became a town councilman, traveled widely and played golf and bridge avidly. In 1995, Paul and Helen moved to Dallas, TX. A man of unfailing politeness, Paul Cook was as generous as he was honorable. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Helen, of 8600 Skyline Drive #1042, Dallas, TX 75243; daughter, Sandra Cook of Dallas; son, Paul James Cook, and his wife, Mary Lee Cook, of Cary, NC; granddaughter, Melissa Blackwell Hind, and her husband, John Hind, of Dallas, TX; great-granddaughter, Helena Grace Hind of Dallas, TX; and sister, Lorene Neal, of Gallatin, TN. Mary Lee Cook

A product of laconic Tennessee stock, Paul ROBERT STEWART BURDICK '35 Captain Robert Stewart Burdick, USN (Ret.), Cook was bom on 12 December 1911, on a farm died at his home in Bellingham, WA, on 30 April in Macon County, TN, to James and Minnie Scott Cook. One of seven brothers and sisters, he spent 2000 of Parkinson's Disease. Following a prihis early years there and in Gallatin, TN. Fol- vate service, his ashes were sent to the Church lowing graduation from high school, Paul was ofthe Holy Nativity in Honolulu, HI, where they nominated to the Naval Academy by Senator, were interted with those of his wife, Elsie, who later Secretary of State, Cordell Hull. In 1934, predeceased him ten years ago.

Bob was bom and raised in Fort Casey, WA, he graduated from the Academy with a bachelor's in engineering, but was not conunissioned be- and attended MIT for two years before entering the Naval Academy, graduating fourth in his class cause of a vision problem.

Mr. Cook then began his career working in in 1935. During his early years as an officer, he the oil fields of the southem United States and served in HOUSTON, PERRY, and UTAH, before beNorth Africa. When World War II broke out in ing sent to the Naval Postgraduate School in Europe in 1939, he was part of a crew exploring Annapolis, MD, in 1941, followed by a retum to for oil in Egypt. Cut off from home by the west, MIT, where he received a master's of science he led the crew on an arduous and dangerous trek degree in mathematical engineering. In June 1937, he married Elsie Kent Robottom of Newacross the deserts to the teeming cities of the port, RI. After his graduation from MIT and the Middle East, India and back to the United States. outbreak of World War II, he commissioned After Pearl Harbor, Mr. Cook volunteered and HANCOCK as gunnery officer and served in the was commissioned in the Naval Reserve with Western Pacific until 1945, when he joined the prompt orders to active duty. As a ship's gunstaff of Commander Seventh Amphibious Force. nery officer, he saw action off New Guinea and At the end of the war, he helped put the 24th in the Philippines. He left the service at war's Army Corps ashore in Korea and the Marine 3rd end as a lieutenant commander to retum to the Amphibious Corps into North China. His followoil business. ing assignments included duty on the From tiie late 1940s to the middle 1950s, M r ComPhibLant Staff, commanding officer of deCook worked for oil companies in Louisiana, stroyer BLUE during the early months of the KoTexas and Califomia. In 1956, AMOSEAS named rean War and as operations officer and later, chief him chief of oil operations for Libya and Indoof staff of ASW CarDivEighteen.

He was the nesia and he and his fantily moved to Tripoli, naval inspector of ordnance at the APL, Silver Libya. Here, he took a small company of only 20 Springs, MD, for two years.

In 1956, he went employees looking for oil, to one producing more back to sea as commanding officer of RENVILLE than 360,000 bartels of oil a day in 1973.

(APD-227) and 19 months later, reported as As mentally tough as he was forthright, Paul commanding officer of Naval Ammunition used a prodigious intellect, an in-depth underDepot, Oahu, where he remained until his standing of the oil business, and canny negotiatretirement on 31 August 1959. ing skills to secure American oil rights from such Following Bob's retirement, the Burdicks leaders as King Sayyid Idris 1 of Libya and Presisettled in Honolulu, HI. Bob taught mathematdent Sukarno of Indonesia. He was also known ics and computer science until 1969, at the lolani for his unswerving integrity.

In 1970, he was promoted to president of School and the Hawaii School for girls, taking a AMOSEAS and retumed with his fantily to the year for advanced studies at Wesleyan UniverUnited States, settiing in Bronxville, NY. How- sity in Middletown, CT, in 1963. He then conever, after so long in the rough and tumble ofthe tinued to teach as a programmer/technician and assistant professor of computer science at the overseas oil business, he found the boardroom University of Wyoming in Laramie, WY, and confining and retired in 1973.

Westem Washington University in Bellingham, After retirement, Paul and his family moved WA, settiing in Bellingham in 1979 to be close to Austin, TX, and built a home in Lakeway Shipmate, September 2000

to his daughters. He finally retired from the teaching profession in 1985. He was the treasurer of a small company. Logic Design, Inc. of Laramie, WY, from 1974 to 1976.

Bob was a devoted bridge player after retiring from teaching, playing in many tournaments and attaining the level of Life Master in the last decade of his life. He was a quiet, modest man and his only recorded comment on his civic activities was, "Was not knowingly infamous."

Survivors include a son, Robert S. Burdick J r of Pahrump, NV; three daughters, Barbara Laliberte of Custer, WA, Elizabeth Burdick of Honolulu, HI, and Margaret Sims of Apache Junction, AZ; three grandchildren; and one greatgrandchild.

Jesse B. Gay Jr. '35

GEORGE FRANKLIN NEEL JR. '38 Commander George F. Neel Jr., USN (Ret.), died at the Veterans Hospital in Palo Alto, CA, on 14 May 2000 after a short illness.

George was bom on 14 February 1915 in Gilmore City, IA, and was appointed to the Naval Academy from that state. He was a proud member of the Class of 1938 Second Company, and in the words of his roommate, Al Burgess, "had the ability to work hard, with great perseverance, and to play hard as well, characteristics which will carry him far in the service, or out."

George was ordered to NEW MEXICO upon graduation, and subsequently served in MEMPHIS, LITTLE ROCK, CHILTON, as CO of MULLANEY, AJAX,

and CO of REGULUS; and ashore as an instructor in the department of marine engineering at the Naval Academy and on the staff of Commander Pacific Reserve Fleet at Treasure Island. His last tour was on the staff of Commander Training Force Pacific. He retired on 1 July 1959 and continued living in Burlingame, CA. George contributed to all the 1938 Lucky Bag updates but the 60th, our last. His son, George F. Neel 111, provided some light moments in his input to our "Score for '38," our 20-year edition. He noted that his father's wedding ring was engraved 2 June 1940, but he did not retum from Honolulu by that date and was later married in LOS Angeles. He recalls that he and his brother attended five schools in one year when George was active in the Korean theater.

George himself told of his immediate transition to the insurance business upon retirement, and that he established his own agency in Half Moon Bay, CA, in 1972 remaining active until 1997. He was also a spirited participant in Rotary, the First Presbyterian Church and the Red Cross. His first wife, Helen, mother of his two sons, died in 1984. He martied Lorette Hopson161

Neel in 1986, and enjoyed travel and many special occasions with his new extended family.

George is survived by his wife, Lorette; his sons, George III and Tom; ten grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by Lorette's children, Cathy Plate and Dan Hopson; and five grandchildren.

Services were held in Burlingame, CA, with interment at Skylawn Cemetery in San Mateo.

Contributions may be made to the VA Hospice (c/o Vicki Ellis), 3801 Miranda, Palo Alto, CA 94304.

RADM M.H. Rindskopf

FREDERIC WILLIAM CORLE '39 Rear Admiral Frederic William Corle, USN (Ret.), died of cancer on 28 May 2000, at his home in Alexandria, VA. He was 83 years old.

Admiral Corle, a Nevada native, was a 1939 graduate ofthe U.S. Naval Academy and served as a line officer before transferring to the Supply Corps in September 1941. During World War II, he served in the North Atlantic and the Aleutian Islands.

After the war, he held a variety of assignments, including a tour as Supply Corps personnel director in the supplies and accounts bureau in Washington. He also received a master's degree in business administration from Harvard University and graduated from the Naval War College.

Admiral Corle's decorations included the Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit and both the Army and Navy Commendation awards.

After retiring from active duty in 1971, he worked for Textron Inc. in Rhode Island, and served as business manager of a Boston law firm.

He retumed to the Washington area in 1985.

He was a member of the Army and Navy Country Club in Arlington, and the Harvard and Harvard Business School clubs in Washington.

He also was a member of the American Society of Naval Engineers.

Survivors include his wife, Marjorie Dudley Corle of Alexandria, VA; son, Frederick W. Corle II, of McLean, VA; two sisters; and two granddaughters.

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ROBERT WILKS WINDSOR JR. '41 Captain Robert W. " D u k e " Windsor Jr., USN (Ret.), was bom in Wilmington, DE, on 8 October 1918. He attended the University of Virginia prior to entering the Naval Academy in 1937.

Graduated and commissioned an ensign on 7 February 1941, he advanced to captain on 1 July 1959.

Captain Windsor was a Fellow of the Experimental Test Pilots Society and a member of the Golden Eagles, a group of pioneer aviators.

His wife, Elizabeth Foster Windsor, predeceased him in 1963. He is survived by his son, The Reverend Robert Windsor; his daughter-inlaw, Kathryn; and three grandchildren, Benjamin, Robert, and Clair, all of West Newton, MA. Memorial services were conducted at Christ Episcopal Church in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, Naval Air Station, Pensacola, FL 32508.

CARTA. Wm. Elliott '41

He joined COLORADO and, following the outbreak of World War II, was in the commissioning detail of MCLANAHAN. In May 1943, he was

detached for flight training and was designated a naval aviator on 23 November 1943. He served as commanding officer of VC-68 from December 1944 until October 1945, during which he participated in action in the Pacific. In March 1946, he served on the staff of Commander Second Fleet as assistant aviation officer and from March 1947 to November 1948, he was commanding officer of Fighter Squadron 32. He then served on the staff of Commander Fleet, Air JAX as assistant operations officer from November 1948 to July 1950. From August 1950 to January 1951, he attended the Test Pilot School and then served as a test pilot at Patuxent River until October 1952. He went to Korea as commanding officer of VF-24, the first swept-wing jet squadron. He retumed to become the executive officer of VC-3 until March 1955. He served as chief projects officer at Flight Test, Patuxent River until 1957. During this tour, he was awarded the Thompson Trophy for setting a new national speed record and the world's record for "other than experimental aircraft" of 1,015.48 mph in an F8U Crusader. From April 1957 to August 1958, he was operations officer of SARATOGA and from September 1958 to August 1960, he served as air operations officer on the staff of CinCNELM. From September 1960 to March 1962, he was on the staff of the Chief of Naval Operations, after which he commanded CURRITUCK until Febmary 1963. Prior to assuming command of INDEPENDENCE in 1964, he at-

tended the National War College in Washington, D.C. When detached from INDEPENDENCE in 1965, Captain Windsor became chief-of-staff of Second Fleet at Norfolk, VA. During his service, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Bronze Stan He retired in 1967 and was made special assistant to the president of LTV Aircraft Company in Dallas, TX. Later, he moved to Houston and formed a business partnership with Rear Admiral Alan B. Shepard, USN (Ret.). Upon the sale of their company. Captain Windsor retired again and returned to Dallas, where he was a lifetime member of the Brook Hollow Country Club. In 1996, he moved to Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, into the Vicar's Landing retirement community.

WALTER CONRAD BLATTMANN '43 Captain Walter C. Blattmann, USN (Ret.), passed away after a long struggle with A l z h e i m e r ' s on 10 April 2000.

Born in New Orleans, LA, to Marie and Ernest Blattmann, he was the grandson of Swiss scientist, Hermann MuUer Thurgau, who developed the Riesling-Sylvaner (Muller-Thurgau) grape and graft process, which helped save the vineyards of Europe from the phylloxera plague.

He was a graduate of the Meuion Military Institute in Alabama, the Naval Academy and the Naval War College. He received a master's degree in education from UVA while serving as UVA's professor of naval science (NROTC) from 1967-72. In addition to twelve campaign and service medals, he was awarded the Legion of Merit from the U.S. Navy for his success in expanding NROTC enrollment and improving the professional curriculum despite the challenges of the Vietnam War years. As associate director of executive programs at UVA's Colgate Darden Graduate School of Business, he was integral in building the executive education programs into some of the most respected.

His naval career included: service in the World War 11 Pacific theatre; as a naval aviator from 1947 onwards with 37 missions flown over Korea from BOXER; service in the 1950s as air officer aboard HANCOCK; as squadron commander at Miramar Naval Air Station; executive officer of NROTC at Princeton University 1960-63; NATO's Comstrike Forces Southern Europe Representative in Izmir, Turkey, 1963-65; and coramanding officer of Naval Auxiliary Air Station Chase Field in Beeville, TX. As an Olympic gymnast, he served as an alternate in the London 1948 games and as number three on the team in the Helsinki 1952 games.

An all-around daring gymnast, he excelled at the rings and high bar despite his height.

Captain Blattmann is survived by his wife, Eleanor; daughters, Comelia Blattmann-Pardoof Shipmate, September 2000

Paris, France, and Margot Blattmann of Delaplane, VA. He is also survived by his sonin-law, Fernando, and grandson, Alexander Pardo; sister and brother-in-law. Bertha and EUery Mmrhee, of Covington, LA; sisters-in-law Margaret Blattmann of New Orleans, LA, and Loma Crick of Perth, Australia.

A memorial service was held at First Presbyterian Church, 500 Park Street in Charlottesville, VA, on Friday, 14 April 2000.

If desired, donations may be made, in lieu of flowers, to UVA's Alzheimer Research at the UVA's Department of Neurology, P.O. Box 394, Fontaine Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22908.

Margot C. Blattmann

DONALD BUSH MILLAR '44 Captain Donald B. Millar, USN (Ret.), of Aimapolis, MD, passed away on 15 April 2000 after an 11-month bout with cancer. Bom on 3 May 1920 in Fairfield, AL, he graduated in 1943 with the Naval Academy Class of '44.

An expert in seamanship and navigation, he served in the U.S. Naval Oceanographic Office and the Naval Oceanographic Office United Kingdom, plus tours in Ankara, Turkey, University of Kansas, the Naval Academy, and the Naval War College.

He served three commanding officer tours: THREADFIN ( S S - 4 1 0 ) , REMEY ( D D - 6 8 8 ) ,

and

NECHES ( A O - 4 7 ) .

After retiring from the Navy in 1973, he was repeatedly called upon by the Navy to advise on lifeboat navigation—once with a radio plea for help from the South Pacific when he saved the lives of two people who were rowing across the Pacific and lost their sextant. With his twomasted schooner, T O M SWIFT, he was harbormaster of the Lindamoor Community in Annapolis, member of the Chesapeake Traditional Sailing Association, and also served as an usher at the USNA Chapel.

Don Walsh '54 reported that Lieutenant Don Millar was his shipmate and watch captain onboard the USNA yacht VAMARIE during the '54 Bermuda race, and made an impression on him that lasts today. When Captain Millar had command of REMEY out of the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Walt Wynn '59 was on the bridge and remembers Don's way of teaching all on the bridge what he was doing, how he was doing it, and why he did it, in order to get the ship underway smartly without tugs in that busy harbor His exec on THREADHN, John Jensen '48, noted that Don's command tour simply embraced the hallmarks of the highest professionalism, fine shipboard morale, and his cheerful personality.

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demonstrating happy enthusiasm, as well as an unforgettable scowl if he was disappointed. One particular day, the captain enthusiastically reported that he had taken a successful "noon sight" with his new sextant. "No one could show pleasure and pride with more openness than Captain Millar, and certainly shooting the sun's altitude at meridian passage was something he had done hundreds of times. But this time he had done it with a plastic sextant purchased mail order for $13.50." Leamed salts scoffed at this insult to brass sextants, but this did not faze the captain at all. He defended himself on several occasions, always with that great smile and twinkle in his eye. To him, this was an intellectual exploration, a place the captain loved to go. Today, several trans-Pacific and trans-Atiantic sailboat passages use nothing else to find their way.

Both Walt Wynn and I served on THREADFIN for our USNA First Class Craise. We both considered Don our first real skipper, and attempted to follow his example throughout our careers.

The officers and crew loved and respected him, and he was every inch a dedicated naval officer and sea captain. He loved the sea, and maintained sailing, oceanography, navigation, and even mathematics as his interests and hobbies throughout his life. During his funeral and interment at the Naval Academy on 25 April, his schooner, TOM SWIFT, was brought around and anchored off the cemetery—in silent tribute to his love of the sea and ships—an impression all of us there will never forget.

Don is survived by his wife of 54 years, Eileen; his two daughters, Melinda Millar Schadeberg of Arlington, VA, and Loma Millar Bmnhofer of Montclair, VA; three grandchildren; his twin brother. Dr. Edward A. Millar of Libertyville, IL; and sister, Martha M. Williams of Tuscaloosa, AL. He was predeceased by two sons, Andrew and Donald.

Captain James E. Collins '59

HENRY EHRMAN THORNHILL JR. '44 Captain Henry E. "Tim" Thomhill Jr., USN (Ret.), passed away on 31 May 2000 in San Diego, CA, after a year-long bout with cancer. A memorial service with full nulitary honors was held at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery on 19 June. The service was attended by a standingroom-only crowd of family and friends. The highlight of the service was a eulogy given by Admiral Jim Toole, USN (Ret.), who flew out from Washington, D . C , much to the appreciation of Tim's family.

Tim was bom in the Panama Canal Zone, the son of Rear Admiral H.E. Thomhill Sr. '18, USN (Ret.). His brother, David Thomhill '48, also graduated from the Naval Academy. Tim attended the Naval Postgraduate School and studied communications in 1947. In 1963, he graduated from the Naval War College. He led a distinguished career, culminating in the command of ships such as DUNCAN, RICHARD S .

EDWARDS, MOUNT M C K I N L E Y , and

WRIGHT.

WRIGHT was the National Emergency Command Post Afloat.

Among other honors, Tim received the following ribbons and medals: Philippine Liberation, Japanese Occupation, Korean Campaign, United Nations, American Theater, Pacific Theater, China Service, World War II Victory, American Defense, Vietnam Service, and the Joint Service Commendation.

He met his wife of 56 years, the late Barbara Bullock Thomhill, while attending Point Loma High School in San Diego. The couple settled in San Diego, CA, after Tim's retirement from the Navy in 1971, and he worked briefly as a consultant for TRW. Tim will long be remembered for his passion of creating beautiful furniture in his extensive fine woodworking shop, many pieces of which are scattered throughout the country in the homes of fantily and friends.

He is survived by his son, Henry E. Thomhill III; daughter-in-law, Kathy; grandchildren, Kristina and Michael; nephew, Anthony Lord; and many close friends and shipmates.

Henry E. Thomhill III

GEORGE A U G U S T ERIKSEN '45 Commander George A. Eriksen, USN (Ret.), died on 2 February 2000, in Tryon, NC, of pneumonia. He was 76 years old.

Bom in Manistique, MI, George was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941, as a member ofthe Class of 1945, and graduated on 7 June 1944 in the Third Company. His first sea duty from the Academy was in the gunnery department of GUAM (CB-2) in the Pacific for the balance of World War II. After the war, he entered flight training and received his wings at Pensacola. He served in patrol squadrons in Puerto Rico, and later, in Seattle, WA. George obtained additional engineering training in postgraduate schools at Cal Tech for a degree in aeronautical engineering, and at the Oak Ridge School of Reactor Technology for training in nuclear reactor technology. He was subsequently assigned as project engineer at the aircraft nuclear engine laboratory in Middletown, CT, which made use of both skills. George retired from the Navy in 1967, and joined NASA as a safety and quality control manager before retiring for good in 1980.

After a year-long search for their retirement home, the Eriksens settled on Tryon, NC, where they built a passive solar home. This activity and interest in energy-efficient homes led him to join others in founding the Thermal Belt Habitat for Humanity. George also continued his interest in flying, which included building and flying his own airplane, a Kitfox.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Kitty; son, Christopher; two daughters. Dee and Nancy; and three grandchildren.

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A memorial service was held at the Congregational Church of Christ in Tryon, NC. Memorials may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 5007 Monroe Road, Suite 101, Charlotte, NC 28205; or to the Thermal Belt Habitat for Humanity, RO. Box 626, Tryon, NC 28782.

Larry Shaffer '45

STEPHEN LLOYD LAYTON '45 Lieutenant Commander Stephen L. Layton, USN (Ret.), died on 10 June 2000, in Norfolk, VA. He was 78 years old.

Steve was a native of Paint Lick, KY, and was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941 as a member of the Class of 1945, graduating on 7 June 1944 in the Eleventh Company. He was assigned to WALKE (DD-223) and subsequentiy served 23 years before retiring from the Navy.

After retirement, Steve went to work for the Navy Motion Picture Exchange as fleet and overseas distribution manager, a position which required him to visit and monitor all Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard organizations/detachments that used Navy entertainment movies. An additional responsibility was to visit and provide technical advice to 25 worldwide Navy Motion Picture Exchanges (libraries) that provided service to ships and overseas sites. Steve claimed to have seen more of the world in three years in that job than 23 years in uniform.

He retired from the Motion Picture Service in 1989, but continued to travel by car, around the country from coast to coast, including Colorado, to attend the graduation of a grandson from the Air Force Academy in 1992. Steve said that he had spent at least one night in all fifty of the United States.

Steve is survived by two daughters, Lexie and Betsy; and two grandchildren.

A funeral was held in Lancaster, KY, on 17 June 2000. A private memorial service will be held in Norfolk, VA, at a later date.

Larry Shaffer '45

WILLIAM REES SKINNER '45 William R. Skinner died on 5 June 2000 at the UCSD Medical Center in San Diego, CA, of complications from heart surgery. He was 77 years old.

William "Bill" Skinner was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1941 from his home in Califomia, as a member ofthe Class of 1945, graduating on 7 June 1944 in the 17th Company. Bill was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Marine Corps, thus following in the footsteps of his father, a Marine colonel. Serving in the Pacific, he was wounded on Okinawa by shrapnel from a nearby exploding grenade, for which he received the Purple Heart. He quickly returned to duty after medical treatment. In his eleven years in the Marine Corps, he also served in China, with the occupation forces in Japan and

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had two tours of duty in Korea.

He left the Marine Corps as a captain in 1955 and joined Rohr Aircraft as an electrical engineer until 1960, when he joined General Dynamics in San Diego on the Atlas program in the firm's astronautical division. Bill was later assigned to Quincy, MA, where, as electric projects manager, he helped set up communications systems for ships tracking the Apollo moon mission.

In 1968, he resigned from General Dynamics and moved from Point Loma, CA, to a home near Lake Cuyamaca, CA, which he had bought in 1957 and had restored. His artival at the lake coincided with the formation of the Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District. Bill was the district's first concessionaire, setting up fishing and boating operations, along with a restaurant and camping areas. After four years, he became the manager of Lake Cuyamaca, and on the expiration of his term, was appointed to the district's board of directors. He was a director emeritus when he died.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Barbee; son, Rees; and four grandchildren.

A memorial service was held on 9 June 2000 at the United Methodist Church in Julian, CA. Larry Shaffer '45

BERT MILTON ATKINSON JR. '46 Captain Bert Milton Atkinson Jr., USN (Ret.), died at Duke University Hospital on 29 May 2000.

A member ofthe Class of 1946, you may remember Bert from Academy days, especially if you were on the track team— he had a Navy gold star for high jump each year.

Basically a destroyer sailor, he commanded HusE (DE-145), STEINAKER (DD-863), Destroyer Division 102 and Destroyer Squadron 32. Other duties included TARAWA, the "desert-sea" of Sandia Corp. in Albuquerque, NM, Washington, D.C, Anned Forces Staff College, CinCUSNavEur, Industrial College and NavEur Staff in Norfolk, VA. In Norfolk, he especially enjoyed "sailing duty" aboard TRADITION 11, a wonderful sloop which some of you may remember Among his citations is the Legion of Merit, awarded in 1975.

After years in Ormond Beach, FL, he and Gay had recently moved to the Forest at Duke in Durham, NC. Bert is survived by his wife. Gay; and sister, Susan Atkinson Fischer of San Francisco, CA. Memorial donations may be made to the Naval Academy Foundation, In Memory of Bert Atkinson '46, RO. Box 64978, Baltimore, MD 21264-4978.

Mrs. Gay Atkinson

LLOYD STUART CHAMBERS JR. '46 Commander Lloyd S. Chambers Jr., USN (Ret.) died at his home in Groton, CT, on 16 June 2000. He was 78 years old.

Bora on 17 April 1922, he graduated from the Naval Academy in 1945 and later from the Naval Postgraduate School. He retired from the Navy on 31 May 1968.

He is survived by his wife, Dolores Orlando Chambers; sons, Richard S. Chambers of Nashville, TN, Stephen H. Chambers of Birmingham, AL, James S. Chambers of Stonington, and Thomas M. Chambers of Rochester, MI; daughter, Joanne C Crevoiserat of Chesterfield, MO; sister, Carol Hough of Sun City, AZ; and nine grandchildren.

A funeral was held at Shepherd of the Sea Chapel in Groton, CT, followed by interment at Arlington National Cemetery. excerpts from The Tennessean—18 June 2000

ROBERT ERVIN MCCALL '46 Captain Robert E. McCall, USN (Ret.), died on 7 June 2000.

He graduated from the University of Southera Califomia, went into the Navy in 1939, and won an appointment to the Naval Academy, graduating with the Class of 1946.

After completing flight training in 1948, he completed advanced courses in nuclear ordnance, aerodynamics and electronics and taught at the Naval Academy.

From 1970-72, Captain McCall was commander of the Naval Air Station at China Lake, CA. Following his retirement from the Navy in June 1975, Captain McCall worked for two years at the Clinch River Breeder Reactor Project as chief executive officer of the engineering division of Project Management Corp.

He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Wray McCall; two sons and daughters-in-law, Rob and Kathy McCall of Key West, FL, Jim and Marti McCall of Soutii Lake Tahoe, CA; five grandchildren; one great-grandson; and two sisters, Mary Grambling of Orangeburg, SC, and Dorotiiy McCall of Greenville, SC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Church Street "Rejoice" Program, c/o Church Street United Methodist Church, 1900 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902; tiie Littie Creek Sanitarium, 1810 Little Creek Lane, Knoxville, TN 37922; or a charity of choice. excerpts from the Knoxville News-Sentinel (Knoxville, TN)—10 June 2000

The (egacy of heroes is the memorij of agreat name and the inheritance of a great e^^mpCe. —'Benjamin 'DisraeCi «

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ROBERT LEE MCELROY JR. '46 Commander Robert Lee McElroy J r , USN (Ret.), died on 13 June 2000, at his home in Virginia Beach, VA. Bom in Earle, AR, on 28 September 1923, he was the first son of Robert and Velma McElroy. He g r a d u a t e d from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1946. He retired from active duty in June 1971, due to physical disability after having served his country with honor and distinction for 29 years.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Bettie Bumette McEhroy; son, Robert Lee McElroy IV and his wife, Patricia Ann, of Port Saint Lucie, FL; his daughter-in-law, Alice Patterson McElroy of Richardson, TX; and his brother, Belfield Lyle McEkoy, and his wife, Loma, of Long Beach, MS; five grandsons, Michael Todd and Mark Andrew of Richardson, TX, and Robert Lee IV, Zachary Todd and David Christopher of Port Saint Lucie, FL. He was predeceased by his younger son.

Miller Todd McElroy in January 2000.

In accord with his wishes, his body was cremated and he will make one last craise aboard one of his beloved Navy ships, where he will be buried at sea with full military honors.

The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to Lee's Friends, Guild House, 618 Stockley Gardens, NorfoUc, VA 23507, or to Habitat for Humanity, 109 E. Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510.

The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA)—76 June 2000

HARVEY ALLEN POENACK '49 On Monday, 22 May 2000, Harvey Poenack, of Bethesda, MD, succumbed to Parkinson's disease after a lengthy and courageous battle.

Bom in St. Louis, MO, on 23 September 1925, he grew up in Fairhaven, MA. Young Harvey excelled at everything he tackled. He won awards for his poetry, trampet solos, civic participation, academics and athletics, particularly baseball, soccer, basketball, wrestling, and tennis and was often featured in his hometown newspapers.

"HAP" eamed nationwide attention when he was 15, bicycling from Fairhaven to St. Louis and back.

At 17, Harvey enlisted in the Navy and served as an aviation radioman from 1942 to 1944. Accepted into the Naval Academy, Harvey played right wing on the Navy soccer team and completed a year of study before receiving a medical discharge for heart troubles in June 1946.

After graduating from Springfield College in 1949, he moved with his new family to Maryland. In the mid-1960s, Harvey started his own company as a personnel consultant and recraiter in the computer industry.

For the last 25 years, Harvey has been blessed with loving devotion from his beloved wife, Ginette Valoatto Poenack of LaRochette, France and Washington, D.C. He is also survived by his daughter, Wendy Lee Poenack, of Williamsburg,

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VA; his stepchildren, Jean-Jacques Deviras and Viviane Durand of LaRochette, France, and Patricia Swackhamer of San Francisco, CA; seven grandchildren; a niece and a nephew. He was predeceased by his son, Allen William Poenack.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to North Bethesda United Methodist Church, 10100 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814. unknown newspaper

JAMES ANTHONY ALLEN '50 Captain James A. Allen, USN (Ret.), a native of Reno, NV, passed away on 30 March 2000.

Bom on 18 December 1927, Jim graduated from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1950.

After serving 31 years in the Navy as a distinguished officer, he then committed his life to his community. Rotary, and the Catholic Church.

We will miss his ready smile, but have many memories to sustain us.

Jim is survived by his wife, Martine, whom he met in Marseilles, France; daughters, Christine (Frank) and Kathye (Karl); grandchildren, Ian, Connor, and Ryan; and brother, Richard.

A funeral mass was held on 3 April at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Edmonds, WA, followed by interment at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

Memorials may be made to the Rotary Foundation. excerpts from the Seattle Times—1 April 2000

OWEN HENRY WARE '51 Lieutenant Commander Owen Henry Ware, USN (Ret.), of Austin, TX, died on Wednesday, 24 May 2000. He was 73 years old.

Bora on 28 July 1926, in Klamath Falls, OR, he was the only child of Elmer and Leora Ware.

He graduated from Petaluma High School in Petaluma, CA, and attended Santa Rosa Community College in Santa Rosa, CA, before attending the Naval Academy.

After graduating from the Naval Academy in 1951, Commander Ware served 20 years with the United States Navy. His first tour was as a signal officer in KULA GULF in the Atlantic. This tour was followed by flight training and designation as a naval aviator He served in operation billets VT-55, VT-122 and VT-165, flying from the carriers: PHILIPPINE SEA, ORISKANY and CORAL

SEA. He had duty as first lieutenant in SALISBURY SOUND and as assistant weapons officer on SARATOGA. Most of his deployments were in WestPac. He instmcted flight students in both basic and advanced flight training; was officerin-charge of CNA-VANTRA's school of oral communications and served as Flight Training Officer in VT-3. His last duty station was as administrative officer at NAF Naha, Okinawa.

After retiring from military service in 1971, he and his wife moved to Austin, TX. He was employed by the Texas Department of Human Resources as director of administrative services in the department's computer center After retiring from the Texas Department of Human Resources, he volunteered his services to the United States Naval Academy as a Blue & Gold Officer He screened and interviewed potential candidates as part of the Academy's admissions process. He resigned as area coordinator for the Blue & Gold program in March after being diagnosed as having multiple myeloma. Commander Ware was an active member of Hyde Park Baptist Church and in the Retired Officers' Association.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Sumrall Ware, whom he married in 1958; his aunt, Mrs. Lillian Larson of Salinas, CA; and numerous cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Austin, 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759, or a charity of your choice.

ARM AND ARTHUR BILODEAU '52 Armand Arthur "Chic" Bilodeau, died of pancreatic cancer on 19 Febraary 2000, at his home after an illness of five months. He was 71 years old.

Bom in Littieton, NH, Mr. Bilodeau had lived in Cape St. Claire for more than 36 years. He was a 1952 graduate ofthe Naval Academy with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering. He also received a master of science degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1968.

He served as a lieutenant during the Korean War, and later worked as a civilian volunteer engineer in Vietnam.

Interested in sports, hiking and climbing, he was an officer of the Cape Recreation Council for more than 12 years. He was an avid reader of military and history books.

Survivors include his wife, Jean Dougherty Bilodeau, whom he married in 1953; four sons, David D. Bilodeau of Davidsonville, MD, Lieutenant Colonel Arthur E. Bilodeau, USA, of West Point, NY, Michael J. Bilodeau of Columbus, IN, and William G. Bilodeau of Crofton, MD; brother, Edward Bilodeau, of Altamont, NY; and seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, James A. Bilodeau.

A memorial Mass was held at St. Andrew by the Bay Catholic Church, followed by burial in Littleton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 8424 Veterans Highway, Millersville, MD 21108, or the Society for the Prevention of Craelty to Animals of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403.

The Capital (Annapolis, MD)—21 February 2000

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HOWARD WAYNE ODEN '52 Captain Howard W. Oden, USN (Ret.), died on Tuesday, 30 May 2000, in Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London, CT. He was born in Altamont, IL, the son of Chester R. and Lola Krohn Oden, on 26 December 1929.

He graduated with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the Naval Academy in 1952, and from the Submarine School in New London. He eamed a master's degree in engineering management from George Washington University, a master's degree in public adntinistration from the University of Colorado, and a doctoral degree in business administration from Boston University in 1982. A veteran ofthe Korean and Vietnam wars, he served as submarine commander in San Diego, CA, and was chief staff officer for the Naval Underwater System Center in New London. He retired from the Navy in September 1977.

Captain Oden worked for Nichols College in Dudley and later Worcester Public Institute as an assistant professor of business administration and authored five college text-reference books in business administration. He was active in town politics, and enjoyed gardening, bird watching and woodworking.

He leaves his wife of 43 years, Carmela Perrone Oden; son, Wayne A. Oden, of Deny, NH; daughter, Madeline Oden, of Putnam, CT; two brothers, Lyle Oden of Savannah, MO, and Lawrence Oden of Mason, IL; sister, Sibyl Ethcason, of Mattoon, IL; four grandchildren; nephews and nieces.

A funeral service was held on Friday, 2 June.

Burial with military honors was in St. Mary's Cemetery in Putnam, CT. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 31160, Hartford, CT 06150; or to the American Heart Association, 5 Brookside Drive, Wallingford, CT 06492. excerpts from the Worcester (MA) Telegram & Gazetteâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;1 June 2000

RONALD EDWARD ADLER '53 Ronald Adler died suddenly on 6 June 2000, at his home in Washington, D . C , after a long bout with Parkinson's disease. He had lived in the D.C. area since 1965.

Ron was bora on 20 November 1930, grew up in Chicago and Highland Park, IL. Ron served in the Navy for 20 years, in a career that included five sea tours and four management tours. He developed a special interest in systems analysis and operations research, focusing on multi-mission analysis of anti-subma-

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rine and anti-air systems. Ron was on the original staff of the command, Destroyer Development Group Two. His final position prior to retirement from the Navy in 1973 as a commander was director of the Ship Characteristics and Weapon Systems Analysis Division of the Naval Ordnance Systems Command, where he had a special interest in high-speed and advanced ships. Prior to that, he had been director of the Naval Engineering Office at the Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University and director of Systems Analysis for the Anti-Submarine Warfare Systems Project Office.

Following retirement, Ron founded Adler Corporation, a firm specializing in systems analysis and operations research, where he continued both his work on multi-missions analyses of weapons systems and his interest in advanced ships.

Ron had been an inventor since the age of ten, and owned several U.S. patents. Friends may remember the Dash Cafe (a coffee maker for cars) and the Memo Lite (an edge-lighted notepad). He also developed several toy products, including Light-Bright and, most recently.

Floppy Mirtorâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a toy he was promoting at the time of his death.

He is survived by his wife, Olivia; son, James; daughter, Susannah; and two brothers, Robert Adler '51 and Richard Adler Ron was buried at Arlington Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305.

RE. Adler '51

FRANK RIXON STAFFORD '53 Frank R. Stafford of Alameda, CA, passed away on 1 April 2000, at Kaiser Hospital in San Jose, CA. He was bora on 30 December 1929, the son of Frank J. and Beatrice Stafford. He graduated from Alameda High School in 1947.

He entered the Naval Academy in 1949 and graduated with the Class of 1953. Upon graduation, he attended flight training at Pensacola and became a naval aviator. Frank served two WestPac tours aboard BON HOMME RICHARD and LEXINGTON respectively, both with VA-215, flying the Douglas AD-6 Skyraider Upon receiving an honorable discharge, Frank went on to a distinguished career at the Lockheed Corporation, where his involvement was primarily in the Trident ballistic-missile program. Friends and squadronmates remember him as a very serious and professional aviator, but one who was always up for a good time when appropriate. His unflappable commitment to his beliefs, while never really taking himself too seriously, will be sadly missed.

He is survived by his three children, Victoria S. Young, Burke J. Stafford and Christina S. Rose; four loving grandchildren, and his sister, Sybil Humpreys.

Per his wishes, Frank's ashes will be scattered at sea. His children wish to express their grati-

tude for the groundswell of support and the kind thoughts received from many Classmates and friends. A luncheon to celebrate Frank Stafford's life was held at the Hotel St. Claire in San Jose, CA, on 6 May 2000.

Burke Stafford

JOHN BELLOWS STURGES JR. '53 Col John Bellows Sturges Jr., USAF (Ret.), died on 30 May 2000, soon after being diagnosed with cancer He spent his last days surtounded by his children, grandchildren, brothers and sisters.

Born on 26 May 1928 in Chicago, IL, Colonel Sturges graduated from Webster Groves High School in Webster Groves, MO. He attended Washington and Lee and Washington University prior to his appointment to the Naval Academy.

After graduating from the Naval Academy with the Class of '53, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. He held a number of positions during his Air Force career, including launch controller for the first Atlas-Agena Launch C o m p l e x , assistant director of field test operations at the Satellite Test Center, chief of the Electronic Warfare Division at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, and deputy comptroller. Aeronautical Systems Division. While in the Air Force, Colonel Smrges obtained a m a s t e r ' s degree in business administration from the University of Southem California. Among other service awards he received, he was awarded the Legion of Merit award for his work at Wright Patterson.

After retiring from the Air Force in 1974, Colonel Sturges held positions as the comptroller of the Mountain View-Los Altos Union School District, a printer with Martin Printing, and finally as a research specialist working on systems integration for the Skylab project for Lockheed Missile and Space Company.

Colonel Sturges married Susan Campbell Marshall of Webster Groves on 5 June 1953. Sue passed away in 1989, and in 1992, he married his high school sweetheart. Merlin Temperli Smith. Merlin passed away in 1999.

After retirement from his distinguished career in aerospace systems and finance. Colonel Sturges enjoyed a life filled with golf, music, children and grandchildren, and travel, especiaUy to his beloved summer home on Crystal Lake, MI. His friends and colleagues remember him as a serious and dedicated professional, who loved life and the many gifts that it brought. He was a person of high ideals and was strongly committed to his principles; he also could laugh at himself.

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A memorial service was held on 7 July 2000 at the Naval Academy Chapel, followed by interment at Arlington National Cemetery.

He is survived by his four children. Captain John B. Sturges III '78, USN, of Chula Vista, CA, Jennifer L. O'Connor of Bellevue, WA, Peter S.M. Sturges of Fremont, CA, and Mattiiew S. Stiurges '89 of Los Altos, CA; as well as six loving grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters and brothers, Suzanne Lee of Winnetka, IL, Dr. Michael Sturges '58 of Denver, CO, David Sturges of Glenwood Springs, CO, and Lucy Keating of Nortiifield, IL. His children wish to express their gratitude for all the love and support received from his many Classmates and friends.

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He left Montgomery to become the chief of safety for the 315th Tactical Airlift Wing, PhanRang Air Base, Republic of Vietnam. After Vietnam, he moved to CCK Air Base, Taiwan, and then on to Clark Air Base, Philippine Islands, as the commander of the 374th Field Maintenance Squadron. Upon his return to the United States, he was assigned as the director of quality assurance, DCASR Cleveland, OH. After completing the Air War College, Maxwell, AFB, AL, he was assigned to the Ogden Air Logistic Center, UT, as the weapons systems and major equipment division chief. His last assignment before retirement was as director of contracting and manufacturing at Warner Robins Air Logistics Center, GA. He retired on 1 June 1986, after completing 35 years of military service.

Colonel Elliott's decorations include the Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster, the National JOHN EARLE ELLIOTT '56 Service Medal with oak leaf cluster, the Bronze Colonel John E. Star, the Humanitarian Service Medal, the MeriEllion, USAF (Ret.), torious Service Medal, an Air Medal with oak died on Friday, 14 April leaf cluster, and the Air Force Commendation 2000, at his home in Medal. He was a command pilot with over 5,000 Bonaire, GA. Funeral hours of flying time. services were held on Since 1989, he was the director of Georgia Monday, 17 April 2000, Military College Distant Learning Center located at Christ United Methat Robins AFB, GA. He was a member of the odist Church. The Air Force Association, The Order of Daedalians, Reverend Leigh Ann Chamber of Commerce, American Legion Post Raynor officiated. and the United States Naval Academy Alumni Entombment followed in Parkway Memorial Association. He was a member of Christ United Gardens in Warner Robins, GA. Methodist Church in Wamer Robins, GA. Colonel Elliott was bom in Hoopeston, IL, Survivors include his wife, Joyce M. Curty on 27 September 1931, the son of Ralph E. and Elliott, of Bonaire, GA; two daughters, Julie Myrle Graham EUiott.

Kushinka, and her husband, Mark, of Bonaire, GA, After graduating from John Greer High Janie Barnabei, and her husband. Matt, of School in Hoopeston, he enlisted in the Navy and Alpharetta, GA; and one son, Jeffery Elliott, and went to boot training at the Great Lakes Naval his wife, Rene, of Gumming, GA; two brothers, Center One and one half years later, he received Franklin Eugene Elliott of Champaign, IL, and a congressional appointment to the Naval AcadRalph E. EUiott of Jacksonville, FL; and seven emy. He received his bachelor of science degree grandchildren. Marc, KeUi, and Jordan Kushinka, from the Academy, and was commissioned a secHaley, Joshua, and John Bamabei and Jacob Elliott. ond Ueutenant in the Air Force on 1 June 1956.

Memorials may be made to Christ United He received his navigator training at Ellington Methodist Church, 511 Russell Parkway, Wamer AFB in Texas, and Mather AFB, in Califomia.

Robins, GA 31088; Hospice of Houston County, His first operational assignment was as a B-52 GA, 2066 Watson Blvd., Wamer Robins, GA navigator with the 77th Bomb Squadron at 31093; or the United States Naval Academy EUsworth AFB in South Dakota. In November Alumni Association, Class of 1956, Annapolis, 1959, he received his pilot wings after MD 21402. completing training at Spence Air Base in Georgia, and Craig AFB in Alabama. He flew KC-97 air refueling aircraft for the 307th at Lincoln AFB in Nebraska, and Selfridge AFB in Old friends-pass away, newfriends Michigan; and for the 376th at Eraest Harmon Air Base, Newfoundland. appear. It isjust tik^ the days.

After completing Squadron Officers School 9\ji old day passes, a new day arrives. at Maxwell AFB, AL, he was assigned as instractor pilot with the 62nd Tactical Airlift Squadron, The important thing is to mal<;e it Sewart AFB, TN, with a foUow-on assignment meaningfuC: a mmningfutfriend-â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to Little Rock AFB, AR, as the 64th Wing chief of safety. While enrolled in the Air Command or a meaningfuC day. and Staff College at Maxwell AFB, AL, Colonel â&#x20AC;&#x201D;'DataiLama Elliott also eamed a master of science degree from Troy State University.

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ROBERT BURTON RYAN '56 Robert B.Ryan died suddenly on 20 December 1999.

Born in Baltimore, MD, to Joseph and Myrtle Ryan, he attended the Naval Academy with the Class of 1956. After leaving the Academy, he attended McCoy College of John Hopkins University and was employed as an electronics engineer for 38 years at AAI Corporation in Hunt Valley, MD. He retired from AAI in 1991.

He was very active for many years in the Church of the Nativity in Timonium, serving as a eucharistic minister and on the church council.

He was also a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Peggy; his seven children, Sean, Erin, Maureen, Kevin, Crisin, Brendan and Shannon; and nine grandchildren.

Mrs. Peggy Ryan ROBERT RICHARD FIGURA '58 Robert R. Figura, of Groton Long Point, CT, died on Sunday, 18 June 2000, at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London. He was bom on 16 September 1935 in Buffalo, NY, the son of Chester and Emilia Nowak Figura. He married Bemadette DeStefano on 26 June 1965, at the Chapel on the Thames in Groton.

Bob attended the Naval Submarine School in Groton and served aboard POCONO, JALLAO, PATRICK HENRY, and SAM HOUSTON. He served as the executive officer aboard ANGLER prior to resigning his commission.

Bob joined IBM in 1967. He was the systems engineer manager in their Hamden, CT, office.

After 19 years at IBM, he became a member of the early management team for Prodigy Services, then known as Trintex. He developed and instituted the field technical operation department.

In this capacity, he managed the installation of a nationwide network for remote user access to the Prodigy service. He retired in 1991.

Bob was a member and past president of the Eastem Connecticut Chapter ofthe Data Processing Management Association. He served as president ofthe USNA Alumni Association, Connecticut Chapter, for the past four years, when its membership grew from 30 to 200. He also served as a member of the board of directors in Groton Long Point from 1979 to 1983.

In addition to his wife, Bemadette; he is survived by two brothers, Lawrence Figura of Orlando, FL, and Paul Figura of St. Louis, MO. Funeral services were held 22 June from the Mystic Funeral Home in Mystic, CT, with a Funeral Mass celebrated at St. Mary Church in

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Stonington, CT. Burial followed in St. Mary Cemetery in Stonington.

Memorial contributions may be made to the U S N A Alumni A s s o c i a t i o n , C o n n e c t i c u t Chapter, c/o John Demelein Jr, 80 Algonquin Drive, Mystic, CT 06335 or to St. Mary Church, 95 Main Street, Stonington, CT 06378.

CLYDE ANDREW LEO CARTER '59 Clyde Andrew Leo "C.A.L." Carter, died on 23 June 2000, at his home in Granbury, TX. Mr. Carter was born in New York City on 8 May 1937, to Clyde and Debbora Carter.

He graduated from the Naval Academy in 1959, and served in the U.S. Navy until May 1969.

He recently had retired from TXU, where he was a senior engineer at Comanche Peak nuclear facility.

Survivors include his son, Cullen Andrew Lawrence Carter, and his wife, Christina, of Almaty, Kazakstan; daughter, Julie Anne Carter, and her husband, Dmitri Zaremba, of Portland, OR; niece, Debbora Stanborough, and nephew, Charles Ringling, both of Florida; and grandchildren, Hollynd Marylou and Curran Andrew Carter of Almaty, Kazakstan. His parents and his sister, Mary-Anne, preceded him in death.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 888-433-7654.

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram—29 June 2000

PHILLIP EUGENE GARDNER '60 Col Phillip Eugene Gardner, USMC (Ret.), a Washington, D . C , area computer security expert, died on 11 May 2000, at the University of Washington Hospital in Seattle, WA, after a long battle with leukemia.

Colonel Gardner, who grew up in Alexandria, VA, and lived in Northern Virginia for many years, attended George Washington High School, where he was a member of the national champion crew team of 1956. He joined the Marine Reserves at the Naval Gun Factory in Washington, D . C , while still in high school. Upon graduation, he then moved on to the Naval Academy, where he graduated in 1960.

After completing The Basic School at Quantico, he was assigned as the executive officer of the Marine detachment of CANBERRA, followed by a tour with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines. A tour as an instmctor at The Basic School, attendance at the Amphibious Warfare School and assignment as the senior advisor followed this tour to the 6th Battalion of the Vietnamese Marine Corps. Later assignments included assistant operations officer, G-3, 1st Marine Divi-

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sion, Danang, Vietnam; operations officer, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division; project officer at the Marine Corps Development Center; and amphibious training officer for ComStrikForSouth, Naples, Italy.

Colonel Gardner also served as the commanding officer of 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, deputy assistant chief of staff, G-3, for the 7th Marine Amphibious Brigade, and commanding officer of the Naval ROTC unit at the Virginia Military Institute. He retired from the Marine Corps in March 1986 as the assistant chief of staff. Amphibious Warfare Presentation Team, Education Center, M C D E C Following his retirement. Colonel Gardner spent many years working in the computer security field, the last six with LOGICON in Reston, VA. He was also an adjunct professor for George Washington University.

Colonel Gardner was involved for many years with the Boy Scouts as a scoutmaster, was the coach for the Virginia Military Institute ragby club and coached the Woodbridge High School freshmen boys and girls crew teams for several years. He had also served as the church council president for the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Alexandria.

Colonel Gardner attended the United States Naval Academy, the Naval Postgraduate School, the Armed Forces Staff College, and George Washington University.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Phyllis Ann Gardner, of Lorton, VA; sons. Major Robert L. Gardner, USMC, of Woodbridge, VA, and Captain Harty L. Gardner, USMC, of Cherry Point, NC; daughter, Patricia L. Gardner, of Portland, OR; and one grandson.

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WILLIAM VICTOR BAST '68 CDR William "BiU" Victor Bast, USN, of Moreno Valley, CA, formerly of Oconto Falls, WI, died on 11 June 2000, at Moreno Valley Medical Center as the result of injuries sustained in a hit-and-run motorcycle accident. He was 55 years old.

Bom on 4 March 1945 in Oconto Falls, Commander Bast attended Oconto Falls schools and graduated from high school in 1963. As a young boy, he was active in scouting and attained the status of Eagle Scout. He graduated from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1968 as a member of the 19th Company—described by his family as one of their proudest moments.

Commander Bast attended college in Wisconsin for one year before reporting to Annapolis.

When not rooting for his beloved Green Bay Packers on television, as his Lucky Bag bio-

graphical sketch records, he was an enthusiastic participant in Company sports, including lightweight football and Softball. He deployed to the Tonkin Gulf for duty on "Yankee Station" off North Vietnam on his First Class Craise in 1967.

The final entry in his Lucky Bag nartative captured his engaging personality: "Billy's beaming personality, pleasant disposition, and loyalty to his friends will always win him success in the service wherever he goes."

John Robbins '68, one of Commander Bast's Classmates in the 19th Company, described how Bill was affectionately called Wombat at the Academy (from his abbreviated name, Wm. Bast). "Bill was always fun to have around, and I don't know of a single person that didn't like him," Robbins recalled.

Following in his father's footsteps. Commander Best became a naval aviator and served 29 years in the Navy. His assignments included duty in Spain, Florida, and Califomia. "He did 138 carrier landings in one of those big, heavy A-3 planes," said his father, Victor Bast, who flew 63 missions over Europe during World War II. "And he told me that every one of those landings was a controlled crash."

At the time of his death, Commander Bast was employed as a detection systems specialist at the U.S. Customs Air-Marine Interdiction Coordination Center at March Air Force Base, CA. This facility integrates air and Marine forces from the U.S. Customs Service, other federal law-enforcement agencies, and U.S. military forces involved in countering drag, illegal-migrant, and other contraband smuggling. He was highly respected by his co-workers and other officials in the Customs Service. According to a spokeswoman for the Customs Service's staff at March AFB, Tina Durell, employees at the Coordination Center were devastated by his death.

"Bill was a guy who loved life—he always had a smile, and he was such a good-hearted person."

M r Joseph Maxwell, the director ofthe center and Commander Bast's supervisor, praised his work and contributions to the organization's mission. He echoed the sentiments of many when recalling Bill's service. "BiU was an extremely dedicated professional who enjoyed life to the fullest," he said. "Bill will be missed by his coworkers and friends for a very long time."

Survivors include his father, Victor; sons, Scott Bast of St. Louis, MO, and Chad Bast, of Elgin, IL; a brother; four sisters; four stepchildren; and other family members. He was married to the former Sue Van of Abrams, WI. A second marriage to Mary Cooper-Olson of Shawano, WI, ended in divorce. His mother, Jerry Bast, predeceased Commander Bast in 1993.

He was buried at Oconto Falls' St. Anthony's Catholic Church cemetery following a Mass of Christian Burial on 19 June.

Gordon Peterson '68

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JOHN FRANCIS PORTER '71 Lieutenant Colonel John Francis Porter, Air National Guard, passed away on 23 January 2000 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Tucson, AZ. John was the son of Tuskegee Airman and U.S. Air Force Major John H. Porter and LilUan P. Porter of Dover, DE. After graduating from Dover High School in 1967, "JP" entered the Naval Academy and graduated with the Class of 1971.

He was commissioned in the Marine Corps and subsequentiy flew the F-4 Phantom as a Marine aviator, making d e p l o y m e n t s on KnTYHAWK and NIMITZ. While on NIMFTZ with VMFA-333 in 1976-1977, "Cobra" was tiie first and only officer to date to ace both the electroiuc warfare and the threat recognition exams during the Operational Readiness Evaluations. He was recognized for this achievement by a meritorious citation from the Association of Old Crows.

After seven years of distinguished service as a fighter pilot and LSO, JP left the Marine Corps to fly Lockheed L-1011 airliners with Trans World AirUnes. In 1987, John joined the then162nd Tactical Fighter Group of the Arizona Air National Guard in Tucson, AZ, and instmcted smdent pilots in the A-7D "Corsair H" aircraft.

He transitioned into the F-16 "Fighting Falcon" aircraft as an instmctor pilot in 1990.

In addition to his duties as an instructor, Colonel Porter served as the chief of instractional syllabus development, chief of training for the 162nd Operations Group and as the chief of the Interaational Military Student Office. Colonel Porter was a command pilot with over 5,000 flying hours, and over 3,000 of his hours were flown in military aircraft.

While in the capacity of chief of the Interaational Military Student, Colonel Porter was instramental in obtaining the cooperation and services of the Tucson Council for Intemational \^sitors, thereby introducing the unit's intemational stadents to U.S. residents from their homelands. He played a pivotal role in re-establishing the Chief Master Sergeant Fred Archer Chapter ofthe Tuskegee Airman in Tucson. This chapter holds the distinction of being the only Tuskegee Airman chapter named in honor of an enlisted man. He was also the re-established chapter's first president. He was a former member of the John H. Porter-First State Chapter, the Tuskegee Airman, Inc. of Delaware.

His military decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, and National Defense Service Medal with one device. Air Force Longevity Service Award, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, and Expert Rifle and Pistol Awards (USMC).

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Memorial services in the Davis-Mothan Air Force Base Chapel No. 1 in Tucson, AZ, and the Smith Funeral Home in Dover, DE, preceded a full military memorial and burial service at Arlington National Cemetery on 11 February 2000, where his remains were consigned to the Columbarium.

John will be remembered as a loving, caring father and brother, and as a true patriot who served his country willingly and with distinction.

He is survived by his two sons, Robert of Dover, DE, and Trevor of Tucson, AZ; and his brother, Robert of Asheville, NC. John Repicky '71

GLEN CHRISTOPHER LANGFORD '85 Commander (Sel.) Glen C Langford, USN, passed away on 24 May 2000 in Corpus Christi, TX. Glen was bom on 22 Febraary 1962, in San Diego, CA. He graduated from high school in Brookfield, CT, in 1980 and from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1985, with a bachelor of science in aerospace engineering.

Upon graduation. Glen served aboard BENJAMIN STODDARD (DDG-22), stationed in Pearl Harbor, HI. He then served aboard MIDWAY ( C V 41) out of Yokosuka, Japan, followed by the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, where he eamed a master of science degree in underwater acoustics and antisubmarine warfare.

After attending Surface Warfare Department Head School, Glen served aboard DEYO ( D D 989), homeported in Charleston, SC. He then transferted to the staff of Destroyer Squadron 24, based in Mayport, FL. Following this tour. Glen attended the Naval War College in Newport, RI, where he eamed a master of science degree in national security and strategic studies. He then attended the Armed Forces Staff College before reporting to the U.S. Strategic Command in Omaha, NE. While serving in this duty, he eamed a master's in business administration from Bellevue University in Omaha. At the time of his death. Glen was about to assume command of SHRIKE (MHC-62).

Glen was the beloved son of Captain John A. Langford '59, USNR (Ret.), of Danbury, CT, and Barbara DiGrazia of Brookfield, CT. He is also survived by his stepmother, Rita B. Langford, of Danbury, and his stepfather. Dr. Paul DiGrazia, of Brookfield. He leaves a sister, Lauren Langford of Danbury; two brothers, Mark Langford and Paul DiGrazia Jr of Brookfield; a daughter, Chloe; and two stepsons, Michael and Clifford of Bellevue, NE. Glen was married to the former Peggy Herman of Omaha, NE. A funeral service with full military honors was held at the Offutt Air Force Base chapel in Omaha on 7 June. A memorial service was held at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Brookfield, CT, on 30 June.

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DAVID ERICK BERGSTROM '92 Lieutenant David Erick Bergstrom died in the line of duty on 18 June 2000, when his F14 Tomcat crashed while perforating at the NAS Willow Grove Airshow in Pennsylvania. Memorial services and interment with full military honors took place on 5 July 2000 at Arlington National Cemetery.

Dave was raised in Annandale, VA, and graduated from W.T. Woodson High School in 1987. He went on to study at Virginia Tech for a year prior to attending the Naval Academy. At the Naval Academy, Dave served in the 15th and 22nd Companies before graduating in May 1992.

Following in the footsteps of his father, Dave selected naval aviation and moved to Pensacola, FL, to begin his training as a Naval flight officer. His quiet professionalism soon manifested itself and Dave was assigned to his first choice aircraft, the F-14 Tomcat. In 1994, Dave eamed his wings and reported to Fighter Squadron 101 for his initial training as a Tomcat radcU" intercept officer With his calm and determined demeanor, Dave quickly completed his initial training and was assigned to Fighter Squadron 14, the world famous "Tophatters." During his first fleet tour, Dave completed two deployments to Eiu-ope and the Persian Gulf aboard JOHN F. KENNEDY ( C V 67) and THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) in sup-

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In April 1999, Dave returned to Fighter Squadron 101 as a flight instmctor. His uncompromising standards and total devotion to duty quickly earaed him the reputation as one of the top radar intercept officers in the fleet. In Febraary 2000, he was selected as one of four aircrew to be a member of the Atlantic fleet's elite F-14 Tomcat flight demonstration team, and it was during the performance of these duties that Dave died in the tragic crash on 18 June 2000.

Dave is survived by his wonderful and loving parents. Captain James and Catherine Bergstrom; his two sisters, Karen and Patty; and his many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Dave has touched the lives of so many people so deeply that to say he will not be forgotten is foolish. We cannot forget Dave, because he gave so much of himself to everyone he met. He pushed us all to be better, and helped make us who we are today. We will be rentinded of Dave with every waking moment. Godspeed, David Erick Bergstrom, we will miss you.

LT Michael Hocker '92

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