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

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ROBERT MAURICE ALLISON Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania ' axel al POSSESSED of exceptionally good humor and a ready smile, Al makes friends easily. Even when he entered the Academy and was fitted with a suit many times too large for him, his sense of humor came to the top. This spirit has helped him over many difficulties including Academics. Boxing is his only athletic interest although he also goes out for track to keep in condition. He has missed only one hop during three years and that only because of an unfortunate accident. One would think he would be a Volunteer, hailing from Pennsylvania, but he is definitely a minute man. Axel is a true lover of classical music, blondes, and fast horses. He is an exceptionally good rider. Although very susceptible, he maintains he will remain a bachelor. Boxing 4, }, 2, i; Ban. Track j, z, 1; Radio Club 2, i; Boat Club 2, 1; Lieutenant WILSON HOUT CRANFORD Washington, D. C. THE Marine Reserves gave ' 8 this solid member. A year at Maryland U. climaxed Bill ' s civilian career. Bill has preferred to remain in the background so that few of us really know him well. He proved himself a good sport under the Plebe summer tricks of playful wives. Academics ne- cessitated plenty of hard work, but Bill was always sat at the crucial mo- ments. One of his chief virtues is an endless capacity for hard work. He hasn ' t participated much in organized athletics, but his ability to shoot earned his recognition in that line. Because of a slight physical handicap the quarter mile gym test has taken plenty of hard work to master. Os- tensibly a Red Mike, Woozie is especially snaky in regard to Dixieland sisters with a Southern drawl. Ambition, conscientiousness, and character will win those coveted wings. £ Rifle 4; Wrestling 1; M. P.O. 253

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WILLIAM JACK BUSH Seattle, Washington WILLY came to us out of the wild and woolv West bringing with him some of that warm Pacific sunshine in his ever ready smile that has brightened so many days here. He has always preferred Cosmo to Dutton and yet has survived the attacks of the Academics with little trouble. Sampling every branch of athletics before finding his true love on the small-bore range, he won his N the first year out. To the despair of the fair sex he has devoted his talents to the O. A.O. since Youngster year, once almost to the extent of leaving us for married bliss. But he ' s with us yet and may his stay be long. Life will hold nothing but the best for vou, pal, but here ' s luck anyhow. Log 4, i, 2, i; Chairman Ed it or nil Board i; Glee Club 4, y, Musical Show 4; Choir 4, 3, 2; S. B. Rifle }, 2, 1, N; Trident 1; Sub Squad 3,2, 1; Lieutenant ( .£•)• WILLIAM MANSON KLEE Indianapolis, Indiana AHOOSIER and the best of Hoosiers, decided that the Navy was his particular brand of oyster; he set out to crack it, and succeeded with no difficulty. Always within easy reach of the much coveted stars, he never seemed to take interest in wearing same for he was more interested in finding out just why things ticked in practice. Hence he ' s one of the best in- formed we have. He ' s very popular within his own group and is highly re- spected by all. He ' s a good end on class and battalion teams and a good rilleman. His snaking is not too serious. We ' ll miss his cheery smile and pleasant word not to mention someone of whom to ask How do you get this prob? No need wishing Willie luck, he has what is required. Small Bore 4, }, 2, 1; Manager 1; Outdoor Rifle 3, 2, 1; Batt. Football 4, }, 2; Ensign. 252 5=

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ROY EDWIN GREEN, JR. Whiting, Indiana peter greenie AHO OSIER from ' way back, Peter, attracted by the smell of tar and salt, joined us in the everlasting chase of the elusive 2.. 5. Guarded bv the infallible arrows of Tecumseh, he has withstood the repeated threats of the Academic Departments and has launched himself into the Navy with hopes of sprouting wings. Outstanding in the breast stroke, Roy clinched a No. 1 position on Navy ' s swimming team early Youngster Year and set a new pool record during that season. He has also acquired the phenomenal ability of stepping out of the shower as formation sounds and into ranks more or less in full uniform at late bell. His suppressed love for music has occasionally broken forth, much to the dismay of his inappreciative wives. Non-reg, congenial — especially when they are being mixed, happy-go-lucky, and a real pal. Swimming 4, }, 2, Capt. , Nj Class Football 4; Rifle 4; Expert Rifleman; Boat Club; N Club; Intercollegiate Life-Saving Society; M. P. 0. WILLIAM LAWRENCE KITCH San Carlos, Arizona willie papa ... and See the World. This deceptive phrase lured little Bright Eyes from his Indian reservation on the Arizona desert. A natural marksman, he achieved early distinction by the unusual feat of earning the N Plebe year. This Annie Oakley of the Naval Academy continued an enviable rifle career, climaxing it by breaking the intercollegiate record. A more than willing slave of Morpheus and also an epicurean, his biggest problem has been combining the two. Increasing rotundity caused difficulties in the rope climb and also many tense moments in full dress during Second Class year. His good nature, sense of humor, ability to take a running, and many other favorable qualities comprise the boy who has made so many real friends among both sexes — Willie as we know him. Football 4, ); Boat Club 1, N Club ), 2, 1; Company Representative 2; Reception Committee; Rifle Team 4, $, 2, Captain , rNt; Expert Rifle; Expert Pistol; Ensign. if 3 254