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

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MARTIN LEWIS GANDERSON E-2 Marty Richmond, Virginia Marty (as he was known to most) or the Night Wanderer (as he was known to some) came to West Point from Richmond, Virginia. A true southerner, a reader, and a bit of a philosopher, he was best known for his sense of humor to those who frequented his sections. Best of luck to you, Roommate, in your unbounded career. Sergeant I; Jewish Choir 4,3,2,1; Pointer 4,3; Howitzer I, Corps Editor I; Outdoor Sports Club 1. ROBERT MONTE GANTS K-2 Boh Washington, D.C. For four years Bob has been torn between two loyalties — his brown boy and academics. He wishes that it had been he rather than the academic departments who were picking up the tenths. The many letters he receives assure his numerous friends that his future will be run on the co-operative plan. Sergeant I; Hockey 4; Debate Councii and Forum 4,3,2,] ; Cierr Club 4.3: Ski Club 4,3,2.1: Ski Patrol 2,1: »- ? » Liflinn Club 3.2 an Club 2.1; Hi Ft RALPH WILLIAM GARENS R.W. B-2 Milwaukee, Wisconsin R.W. is a sworn bachelor but to see him in action in New York no one would guess this. Since R.W. ' s arrival at West Point, he has attempted to prove that Milwaukee is the country ' s beer capital. His real enjoyment lies in working on the side horse. His dedication to the Army will always distinguish him and carry him far. Company Commander I; Gymnastics 4,3,2,1, Numerals 4, A with Star 3,2, Major A I; Ring and Crest Committee 4,3,2,1, Chairman 1; Cadet Chapel Choir 4,3,2,1; Russian Club 2; Hi Fi Club 4: Gymnnstics Club 2,1, Treasurer 2, President 1 . 361

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ROBERT SCOTT FRIX Boh M-2 Mercedes, Texas Bob came to West Point after a year at Texas A M and devoted his second fish year to hazing upperclassmen. Although Bob truly loved it here, the first formation after leave was usually accompanied by the report. Frix unknown. Swimming hard in the sea of academics and regulations, he always kept his head high and encouraged us all. Sergeant I: Football 4; Lacrosse 4,3; Spanish Club 4,3; Outdoor Sports Club J; Pistol Club 3.2.1: Skin Diving Club I. HENMAR RUSKIN GABRIEL D-1 Gabe Richmond. Virginia Gabe was one of the old men of the class, having been to college and in the Army. To know him meant to know his favorite — Parachuting. With his intense interest in extra-curricular activities, he still managed to be in the top quarter. Now he will finally have to work as the Army swallows him for a profitable thirty years. Platoon Leader I; Cheerleader 2,1, A 1; Parachute Club 2,1; Radio Club 4,2; Debate Council and Forum 4,3; Russian Club 4,3; Pointer 3,2,1, Coordinating Editor 1: KDET 4.3: Model Railroad Club 3; Hi Fi Club 4; Handball Club 2; Pistol Club 2.1: Ski Club 4.3,2.1: Skin Diving Club 2. HAROLD CHESTER GAITHER, Jr. 1-2 Rahhii Memphis, Tennessee The original no sweat man entered his highland residence with one year of college experience, a friendly nature, and a wittiness which was unexcelled. Hal ' s ability to cope with academics was not excelled by his ability to satisfy the T. D. As a correspondent he was indeed dedicated, burning oil nightly for his Belle back home. Sergeant 1: Football 4; Track 4; Baseball 4,3; Cadet Chapel Choir 4.3,2,1; Glee Club 3,2,1; KDET 4,2; Outdoor Sports Club 1; Ski Club 4,3,1; Bridge Club 3.2,1; Skin Diving Club 1. MARTlf Marty I known lo soiilherne you, Rooi SporiifW For four ' anil acadi departmei assure bis plat. Stvui I; fWUJ RALPH fiji; R.W.isa would p prove thi lies in w distinguis Jiij mi ( r 360 ssEssrns iSBi

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RALPH BONNER GARRETSON E-2 Ralph Sanford, Colorado Ralph came from an Army family with the idea of carving for himself a career in the service. A ready smile and an easy going attitude involved him in more than a few jousts with the system. But he emerged unscathed. Love of the Army and ability to get the job done will stand him in good stead upon graduation. Sergeant I: Debate Council and Forum 4.3,2,1: Mathematics Forum },2,l: French Chib 3,2: Pointer 4,3: Outdoor Sports Club 3,2: Pistol dub 3,2,1: Ski Chib 4,3,2,1. DARIUS WILLIAM GASKINS Buck 1-2 Vienna, Virginia Whether in Vienna, Paris, or the walls, Buck was always as active as a Group I element. His acutely inquisitive mind was never content with the half-truth — and sometimes not with the whole. From yearling year he was the Corps best at bridge. Darius will not soon be forgotten for his keenly competitive spirit in all his cadet endeavors. Supply Sergeant I: Soccer 4,3, Monogram 3; Mathematics Forum 3; Radio Club 2: Debate Council and Forum 4,3,2,1 : Bridge Club 4,3,2,1 , President I: Stars 3,1 . KENNETH HOMER GEIGER HI Ken Detroit, Michigan A firm believer in the axiom, A weary mind does not function properly, Ken did his best to prevent this situation from occurring. However, even though he was the best rested member of the class of ' 61, nothing was ever lacking with respect to his duties and responsibilities. Sergeant 1: Pistol 4,3,2,1; Mathematics Forum 2: German Club 4,3,2; Howitzer 3,2,1, .Associate Editor I; KDET 3; Scoutmasters Council 3,2,1, Cadet in Charge I; Pistol Club 4,3,2,1, 362