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

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RICHARD BARRY CHURCH Boise, Idaho gus dick IN this Stronghold of Mediocrity all is not lost — we are not a mechanized, systematized robots. The proof? Gus ! Gus has unwittingly supplied more laughs for his friends than any of radio ' s hired help. A though distinctly not a professional type, Gus is subject to, shall we say, amnesia? As he explains it, I just can ' t control my subconscious mind. To misquote Goethe as completely as possible: Though he cannot choose but err, yet he aspires unweariedly. No one has worked any harder over his studies than Dick; and if perhaps he has never starred, his class number has steadily diminished. Also, in the realm of personal philosophy, Dick has done considerable thinking with kaleidoscopic results. As a friend Well, after four years of his singing, I ' m still asking for more. Hasta manana, Gus. Log 4; Gym 4; Track 5; Rifle Juice Gang; Lieutenant (j-g- ). ROBERT MICHAEL KERCHEVAL Coeur d ' Alene, Idaho kerch bob DESPITE the influence of an Army General and an appointment to the Point, Bob chose the Navy. His subtle humor and keen discourse might lead one to believe him a ladies ' man, but Kerch views snaking in the same common sense way he looks at everything. He bilged his first swimming test, but one month later developed into the number one back- stroker on the Plebe team, and has held this position on the varsity ever since. They can ' t do this to us! is his favorite growl, but at heart he knows that you can ' t beat the system. Though he may be a little quiet, he ' s not retiring. Whenever anything is in the air count Bob in. He ' s always there, — a trusted comrade, a willing worker, but most of all, a true friend. Slumming 4, ?, 2, 1, N; N Club; Art Club 4; Reception Committee; Boat Club; Intercollegiate Life-Saving So- ciety ; Ensign. =£ 255

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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

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ROBERT ELMER BROWN Wenatchee, Washington dob THE apple country around Wenatchee can well be proud of this Wash- ington husky. A natural born savoir, Bob has never been beset by the academic complex; with a sound sense of humor he readily adapts himself to any occasion. A fellow who reads everything he can lay a hand on, he is an authority on current events. Formation time often finds him in the shower, just up from a session with Esquire. Giving much spare time to the soccer field and the boxing ring Bob has developed into a veritable Y-man. Since youngster Christmas leave women have enjoyed little attention from our Apollo. Rumor has it that a classmate from the Fourth Wing resigned to cinch the object of Bob ' s holiday investments. Energetic, dependable, sincere, our best wishes go out with him for well-merited success. Soccer 4, 3, 2, i; Boxing 4, }j NA T 4, 1; M. P. 0. GEORGE HOWARD ABEEL, III Beverly Hills, California abie abdul GEE whiz guys was that formation? and once again 1 i 1 Abdul rushes out pausing only a second, on tip-toes, to block open the door. A few close calls with academics were trivial compared to pulling sat in height. A sandblower, but built like a little Greek God, he is a mighty rassler. Exhausted by a hard work out, he often props himself on the bed succeeding with a weary How ' s to change the radio? or How ' s to hand me that book?, to pester all hands. A bright smile and congenial nature make him well liked by everyone he contacts, and, what ' s more, aid no end in his snakish instincts which make him well liked by the fair sex as well as by the Regiment. Wrestling 4, }, 2, 1, itNt; Football 4; Outdoor Rifle 4; Pep Committee; Reception Committee; Lieutenant (is)- 53 256