United States Naval Academy - Lucky Bag Yearbook (Annapolis, MD)

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RICHARD MICHAEL HAYES Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania dick THE Pitt Panther was turned down for old Bill by this curly haired young man. His brother chose West Point but Dick liked Navy Blue best. He doesn ' t like to study but the academics hold no fears for him. On those warm spring afternoons you will find him out on the track indulging in a lazy afternoon ' s workout. His excellence as a makeup artist will long be remembered by the few who have had an opportunity to witness his creations. Dick likes to croon and he does make a good bath tub tenor but that is as far as we would advise. A pleasant disposition has won him many friends while here and we will all remember him as a fine companion any- where and anytime. Best of luck, Dick, and may we meet again. Reception Committee 4, 3, 2, 1: Track 4; Lacrosse 4; Ensign. WILLIAM FRANK JENNINGS Centralia, Washington BILL hails from the fairest city of the finest state (to quote Bill) Centralia, Washington. He is never at a loss for topics at a bull ses- sion and there are times when he becomes very eloquent. His two pet hobbies are lacrosse and the hell-cats. He shows much promise in the former but the less said about the latter the better. He isn ' t much of a adies man but he likes the fair young damsels and if he gets over being bashful he should be a regular snake. His unselfish nature and pleasant disposition have won him a large host of friends both in the academy and out. If we were prophets we would predict a successful and rapid rise for him in the Fleet. Good luck, Bill, we ' ll see you there. E£ Cross Country 4; Lacrosse 4, }, 2, 1; Lieutenant (j.g. ). 223

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JAMIE ADAIR, JR. Bl i i alo, New York him w flash JAMIE came to the Naval Academy from a high-school in dearly be- loved Buffalo, N. Y. He is a genuine Scot possessed of all the sterling qualities of his hardy race, including the plodding tendencies. He ' s not just serious-minded or just fun-loving, but a judicious mixture of both. To use one of his own cliches, with which he settles every problem satis- factorily and then calmly disregards all other complex opinions, There ' s a time and a place for everything. ' ' Besides a stable, happy disposition and forceful mind, Jamie possesses physical gifts far above the average. He earned his N as a varsity catcher during Youngster year and plays A squad football in the fall. His outstanding qualification for the Navy is a char- acter that includes loyalty, sincerity, and high-mindedness. He ' ll rate in this man ' s Navv ! Football 4, }, 2, AM; Baseball 4, 3, 2, N ; Lieutenant. liiill Wk KENNETH STIRLING BROWN Grand Rapids, Michigan ken THIS curly-headed boy with the winsome smile hails from Michigan. Gifted with a studious mind, he wears stars, but his activities are not confined to books. When not engaged in athletics, he wields a mighty pen, or pounds a key in the radio shack. But in his activities the fair sex is not forgotten. He has spent much time writing the O. A. O. back in Grand Rapids. His energy and ambition are unlimited. These, combined with perseverance and a helping hand for everyone, make him a welcome com- panion at any time. There is no need to wish Ken good luck; it seems he will succeed despite the vagaries of Dame Fortune. Nevertheless here ' s wishing the gentleman scholar a world of luck and a successful career. Football j, 2; Boxing 3, 2, u Man- aging Editor Log 1; Star 4, 3, 2; Lucky Bug; Choir 4, 3, 2, 1; Glee Club ,•: Radio Club }, 2; Lieutenant. -!- -

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GERALD ROACH BALES Salt Lake City, Utah jerry HAILING from the shores of the Great Salt Lake, Gerald was saltier to begin with than most of us ever become. Aside from his love of the sea, photography and art are his chief interests. If not drawing a beautiful femme, you will find him semi-entombed in a confidential locker develop- ing pictures. Not a savoir, Bales still keeps ahead of the anchor sections, being gifted with the pleasant faculty of remembering what he learns. His only really close call was when the Math Department ambushed him in Calculus Youngster year. Gerald has the perfect build for a runner and you can see him jogging over to the Cross Country course any fall afternoon. Thirty-eight gives the N avy a real man. Bon Voyage Classmate. Boxing 4; Cross Country 4, $; M JOE LEE BETTINGER, JR Bromide, Oklahoma tanglefoot IIGHT red hair which refuses to lie down, eyebrows and lashes to j match, a good natured smile — that ' s Joe. He cherishes one ambition, to be a naval officer. Hailing from a small town in Oklahoma, land of Indians and oilwells, Joe is naturally fond of mountain music. Fall, winter, and spring he may be found in the wrestling loft. He is a strong advocate of setting-up exercises which he takes every morning. At times the academics forced Joe into the anchor section, yet his tenacity and will al- ways carried him through the adversities. The fair sex have their attrac- tion mostly as dancing partners. Red ' s favorite pastime is learning new dance steps. Finding good fun in everything, possessing sound ideas, and ambition, Red is sure to succeed. Wrestling NA; Lieutenant (j.g. ) 224 3P