United States Military Academy West Point - Howitzer Yearbook (West Point, NY)

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Company G-1; Corporal (3); Ser- Seant (1),- Rifle Marksman. Company F-1 ; Rifle (3, 1 ). aold eMit i4. Mountain Lakes, New Jersey 5lh District, New Jersey D.i c possessed chc two qualities cssciui.il in a t;ooJ fooiiiinate, Jepend- ahilitx- and lo -aIt -. It could never be said that he was lacking in humor. He was alwavs faithful to his O. A. O. as well as to his studies, which his academic standing showed. He could always be counted on for help when the goats were struggling for tenths. Dave will long be remembered hv his associates while at West Point and will be a credit to the Arm ' ground forces. Our worries are ahva s fewest when we let Dave do it. Company D-2; Corpora! (3); Rifle Marksman. Q U.efili Qlta4nLen.laiti. Jiill -JOE ' Secretary of War Springfield, Illinois Joey was an Armv brat who kntd the Army fervently and life ardently. To Joe, life was meant to be lived, and he lived it, even though it meant an occasional skirmish with the T. D. Joe ' s ability to live easily, to thoroughlv enjoy each part of life as it came along, and to achieve the maxim.um results with a minimum effort aroused the gracious envv of those who knew him. Joe was alwavs willing to do his part, to carry his share of the load, and to lighten the burden of a classmate. ilirH oik siimi (lalf e. JlaiUl afidlmai f . ROLFE 9lh District, Virginia Clinchco, Virgin:. Two vears of previous college education in old Mrginia enabled Rolfe to keep the public well-informed through his countless letters. A talent in evervthing including music, an easv-going nature, and the ability to master anv situation made him a popular and successful cadet. However, the Aca- demic Department never fulh- appreciated his latent aptitudes. His quick wit and endless humor, which was manifested at the color line of Popolopen, made the cold, grev walls much warmer for all who were luckv enough to know him. 214

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' n m I I (laLe McKili,e.H. e io-i , 1 1 BUCK Dalton, Georsia 7th District, Georsia A loyal southerner, Buck was a quiet roomipace who nevertheless loved to argue about current problems. Constantly on the defensive against the Academic Department, he studied much and made first sections in English, Historv, and German. His reserved manner and the seriousness with which he strived mark him as a hard and conscientious worker, an essential in a good soldier. Tactics and military history were sub- jects that held his interest even through two-hour lectures. We can expect to hear more of Buck in the future. Company B-1 ; Ski Club (3),- Debating Society (3, 1); Catholic Chapel Acolyte (1). I Ws. DOC Hartinglon, Nebraska 3rd District, Nebraska With four long vears of college behind him before entering the Point, Doc had little difficulty in adapt- ing himself to this life. Laboring many long hours to help some of his classmates realize his motto ' of Don ' t spec it, hive it, he was personally responsible for getting and keeping them out of academic troubles. His quick smile, earnest sincerity, genial affability, and readiness to help a friend in need made him an ideal roommate and a popular classmate; and will never leave him without friends. Company B-1; Corporal (3); Squash Club (1 ); Rifle Marksman. Sia«y a nel uUu.i, cMe,if,ina i JIM- Menard, Texas 21st District, Texas Although James made his mark at the Academy as a soldier, a scholar, a chess player, and an athlete, we will remember him best as a good friend. His willing- ness to help his classmates, and with his innate cheer- fulness made him a fine associate. He was respected and admired because of his fairness, good judgment, and conscientious performance of duty. He was effi- cient because of his understanding and perseverance, and a good companion because of his personality. Jim has all the attributes necessary to assure his suc- cess in his chosen career. Company G-1; Corporal (3); Ser- geant (1); Chess Club; Rifle Marks- 213

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' 4 . ;h: .to- l alp-U Mae. eMituna i ' BUDDY Selma. Alabama 4th District, Alabama Old Buddy never permitted the Academy to fluster him. Typically Alabaman vere his speech, manners, and habits, and not even beast barracks could effect a change. Academics rivaled athletics during his cadet career, but he improvised somewhat on goat policies and managed to squeeze in his share of fun. In his three short years at the Academy Ralph lent to his classmates a way of life which was hospitable and completely at ease. Easily troubled he complimented others bv seeking their advice. He was quiet, unas- suming, sincere, and dependable. Company A-1 ; Corporal (3); Lacrosse (4); Basketball (4, 1); Handball (1),- Machine Gunner, 2nd Class. Ko-aeyU 2 lad eM-ifX ' p.e HIP Hunlinston, West Virsinia At Large Always happy, even at reveille, the sincerity of Hip ' s smiling face and his endless good nature were only ex ceeded by the intensity of his red hair. Never in debt to the Tactical Department nor the Academic Board, he divided his athletic ability between the gridiron and the boxing ring. Always thoughtful of the other man, he found innumerable true friends throughout the Corps and could always be counted upon to enter wholeheartedly anything he undertook. This West Mrginian will be a valuable asset to any branch he chooses to serve. Company C-1 ; Corporal (3); Lieutenant (1); Football (4, 3, 1),- Numerals (4); Monogram (3); Rifle Marksman. KuAxe vt ( atw.an,aL tJi o Jlae4. RUPE Spartanburg, South Carolina Senatorial It has often been said that the stage lost a great come- dian and wit when Rupe entered the Military Acad- emy. Early in his cadet career he endeared himself to the hearts of his classmates and the upperclass by his long grin, short smirk, chuckle, sequence. Always ready for an argument it might be said that: . . .in arguing too he owed his skill, even though vanquish- ed he could argue still. He was also endowed with a refreshing sense of humor, a contagious love for the jazz, and an insistence upon logical reasoning. Company D-1 ,■ Corporal (3); Ser- geant (1); First Sergeant,- Fishing Club (1); 100th Night Show (4, 3, (1); Dance Orchestra (4, 3, 1 ),- Plebe Smoker (4); Machine Gunner, 2nd Class. 215