Virginia Military Institute - Bomb Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 416 of the 1932 volume:

iHnHHHniHnnHnHiH iTilTilli 3X EIBRIS Ql I. I C(OPYRIGM5 1 9 5 2 . D. Neikirk Editor-in- Chief L. J. Hansbrough Business Mannger BG DB a vn iiug TBSWBSg mszmmq UJl y=y Q Qi W rU IRRftF FOU€(MOR0 3n publishing tbis bolume of tbeT6omb,toe babe striben solelp to create a tbing tobicb toill, in tbe pears stretching out before us, toarm tbe beatts of our 15rotber Eats toitb memories of tbeir Daps at tbe Institute, ©ur treatest bope is to babe painteD a true picture of . S@. 3. as toe babe bnotonit. 3n tbis effort toe babe interpreteD tbe architecture anD Design of our alma Q ater to tbe best of our abilitp. Carrp our bumble volume toitb pou out of ber portals, anD in Daps to come tbinb of pour TBrotber Rats. WWW! Qi idl Qi Of Q cfonc Ru 0 G niz.ftGions rwwwwwwwww tf?fa F VAV ® W VAY ; ffl oeDKwcioa jFot bis bumanness, for bis sincerity, for bis unDerstanOing, for bis heartfelt interest anD loue for tbe traDitions anD toclfare of W. S@. 3., anD for bis continual efforts to keep alioe tbose finer tilings rubicb migbt otbertoisebaue been lost to us, tbe Class of Ji3ine= teen l£)unDreD anD €birtp=€ruo prouDlp DeDicates tbis fortp=eigbtb eDition of tbe T5omb to a gentle man, a scholar anD a frienD. Colonel Cl)oma0 21. €. 09o£elep fflllllllllllWffl r itfjfo r J V ® TOfi V m MvmmiAmoj : Uarclj) Do toe finO cmboDicD in one man sucb qualities of kinO liness, helpfulness anD concern for associates. ConsiDcration for Ins profound interest in $. S@. 3., tbe Corps, anD tbe Class of 1932 leaDs us to tfjis expression of our appreciation. Col. i . X S arr, 3)t VAV V V rf® mmmmmc Ci)arle0 OSItltier OUatt0, ' 93 BoMtmbtt 2, 1873 3IUlp 10, 1931 BOOK OB€f mM msmBum Jk iB fm } k--.- BCKDB ft The Greater V. M. I. of Starting with a mere unpretentious arsenal as the building and a cornfield as the parade ground Ihe V. M. I. has steadily grown in size and reputation until it occupies today its present posit greatness. The progress made up until the last ten years was slow and of an inconspicuous natur The advance made in the last decade, however, has been so amazingly rapid that anyone returnir after an absence covering this period would be at a loss to orient himself. The present b: Each year improvement cks the able the size of the old one and accommodates de in the quarters and they compare favorably Concerning the other additions in the form of buildings, the above picture of the past furnishes by far the most comprehensive idea. Maury-Brooke Hall, occupied by the Chemistry Department, lies on the southeast of barracks. Facing it on the south is Scott-Shipp Hall, devoted to the Liberal Arts Department. Ninety-Four Hall, the largest gymnasium in the South, fronted by the beautiful memorial garden, lies opposite the south side of barracks. On the west flank of the gymnasium is Jackson Memorial Hall, which contains the marvelous painting by Clinedinst of the charge at New Market. Next in this row of buildings stands V. M. I. ' s newest and proudest possession, the Nichols Engineering Building, which contains not only extensive laboratories, lecture halls, and section rooms, but also the Superintendent ' s Office and the ' museum. Alumni Field lies south of the Lee Highway and opposite the gymnasium. Its north side is flanked by a cement stadium. The highway is spanned by an imposing bridge, which connects the stadium with the terraces just completed behind Jackson Memorial Hall. The stables, occupying their original position, also lie south of the highway. The hospital, mess hall, administration building, Library and Officers ' Row complete the above photograph. The Institute ha thoroughness both in Yet ntinued to maintain and advance its well founded military reputatii uction and application has ever been the pride of V. M. I. Kntr The ? years the greatest strides have been made in the academic field, ents have been raised: the system of small classes with daily recitations has been greatly per- fected and the saneness of this plan has received nation-wide recognition; finally, the courses in each of the four departments have been extended and improved so that today V. M. I. takes its place along with the foremost universities of the country. Hopes and plans for the future, such are many. What has already been done degree the future is in their hands. the nstruc-ti. hall and lil.rai in a large degree due 25 J 1 His Excellency, John Garland Pollard Governor of Vircinia Commander-in-Chief BOARD OF VISITORS Robert W. Ma ' :sie, President Lynchburg, Va. Lewis E. Steele, Secretary . Lexington, Va. MEMBERS Joseph Button Richmond, Va. Samuel K. Funkhouser Roanoke, Va. Harry H. Holt Hampton, Va. Alexander F. Ryland Richmond, Va. Roy W. Sexton Wytheville, Va. W. W. Boxley Roanoke, Va. Thomas R. Keith Fairfax, Va. William H. Cocke Richmond, Va. MEMBERS OF THE BOARD EX-OFFICIO S. Gardner Waller, Adjutant General of Virginia Richmond, Va. Sydney B. Hall, Supt. of Public Instruction Richmond, Va. lwmmnn ®a®B Major-General John A. Lejeune Major General John A. Lejeune, retired, United States Marine Corps, is the fifth Superin- tendent of thei Virginia Military Institute, having assumed that post upon retirement from the Marine Corps in 1929. General Lejeune was born January 10, 1876, in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana. He attended preparatory school and two years of college at the Louisiana State University before he entered the United States Naval Academy, from which institution he graduated in 1888. After- spending his first years of service as a Naval Cadet on active sea duty, he received a commission as Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps. From then on his progress was continual until he reached the peak in that branch of the Service — Major-General, Commandant of the Marine Corps. General Lejeune has lead a colorful and an adventurous life. The famous Second Division, the Marine Corps that participated in the battles of Chateau Thierry and Belleau Wood, was under his command during the World War. After the war, he spent seven months with the Army of Occupation before being recalled to fill the post of Major-General. Commandant of the Marine Corps. This office he held for almost nine years until his retirement in 1929. Upon assuming the post of Superintendent at the Institute, General Lejeune soon impressed the Corps of Cadets by his fairness and justness. Our first impressions have remained throughout the years we have spent under his leadership, and today he holds a place in the heart of every Cadet. Upon leaving the Institute, we of the graduating class express our sincere gratitude for the ever-existing attitude of helpfulness the General has shown; his character has been admired by all of us, and we go away realizing that it has been a credit to our class as well as to V. M. I. to have served under such leadership. w winfyww 3Q DB i in ' It I ' i COLONEL HUNTER PENDLETON M.A., PH.D. Professor oj General and Applied Chemistry COLONEL HENRY CLINTON FORD B.S., PH.D. Professor of History COLONEL FRANCIS MALLORY C.E. Professor of Physics COLONEL WILLIAM M. HUNLEY A.B. Projessor of Economics and Political Science COLONEL THOMAS A. E. MOSELEY A.B., PH.D. Professor oj Spanish COLONEL EDWARD STEIDTMANN B.A., M.A., PH.D. Professor of Mineralogy anil Geology COLONEL RAYMOND E. DIXON B.A. M.A. Professor of English and Literature COL. STEWART W. ANDERSON B.S., M.S. Professor oj Electrical Engineering jn HI a T%i ' ' 11111111111 r T U IH a COLONEL JAMES A. ANDERSON b.s., c.K. Professor of Civil Engineering COLONEL GEORGE L. BARTON, JR. B.A., M.A., PH.U. Professor of Latin and English COLONEL B. DAVIS MAYO B.S. Professor of Mathematics COLONEL ROBERT LEE BATES A.B., LL.B., M.A., PH.D. Professor of Psychology and Philosophy COLONEL R. S. DODSON C.E. (Major Field Artillery, U. S. Army 1 Commandant of Cadets sM § COL. SAMUEL M. MILLNER. JR. B.S., M.A. Professor of French L1EUT.-COL. MURRAY F. EDWARDS B.S., M.A. Associate Professor of German LIEUT.-COL. ROBERT J. TRINKLE B.S., M.S. Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering ™ 7 111 i i-j- ! LIEL1T.-C0L. ROBERT A. MARR, JR. B.S., C.E., M.S. Associate Professor oj Civil Engineering LIEUT.-COL. HENLEY P. BOYKIN B.S., C.E. Associate Professor of Civil Engineering und Drawing LIEUT.-COL. KENNETH S. PURDIE B.S. Associate Professor of Mathematics LIEUT.-COL. W. F. YOUNG U.S., M.A , PH.D. Associate Professor of Chemistry •£ )ywnnmn PB i DJB | LIEUT.-COL. STERLING M. HEFLIN B.S., M.S. Associate Professor oj Physics MAJOR JOHN E. TOWNES M.A. Assistant Professor of History LIEUT.-COL. HERNANDO M. READ B.A. Associate Professor of English LIEUT.-COL. WILLIAM E. BYRNE E.E., PH.D. Associate Projessor oj Mathematics mwvra f£ HBJ3 M MAJOR BLANDY B. CLARKSON B.S. Assistant Projessor oj Mathematics MAJOR JOHN H. C. MANN B.S., C.E. Assistant Projessor oj Civil Engineering MAJOR LUCIAN H. RYLAND B.A., M.A., D. DE L ' u Assistant Projessor of French MAJOR PAUL WELLES A.B., M.A. Assistant Projessor oj German MAJOR RICHARD C. WEAVER B.S., M.S. Assistant Professor of Physics MR. ROBERT P. CAP B.A., M.A. Assistant Professoi Biology R. OWENS H. BROWNE B.S., Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Chemistry MR. HERBERT E. RICHEY A.B. Instructor in Chemistry Immiwira BQiDB Department of Civil Engineering Colonel J. A. Anderson Lt.-Col. R. A. Mark Lt.-Col. H. P. Boykin Major J. H. Mann Captain H. St. G. T. Carmichael Captain C. T. Guinn The Civil Engineering Course is the oldest at V. M. I., having been the original course when the Institute was founded in 1839. Colonel Crozet, a distinguished French engineer, officer under Lafayette, and President of the first Board of Visitors, helped initiate the course, patterning it after that of the celebrated Ecole Polytechnique in France, of which Colonel Crozet was a graduate. From this distinguished beginning. Civil Engineering has been progressing steadily through- out the years, each year turning out engineers a little better equipped, more thoroughly trained, than were those of the preceding class. The system of instruction used at the Institute, daily recitation and blackboard explanation, is particularly well adapted to instruction of the engineer. It teaches him to see through a problem clearly, reach the proper solution quickly, and state his conclusions concisely — fundamental requirements in the engineer. For years the curriculum at V. M. I. has been worked out on the basis of a two-year general- ization course, in the fourth and third classes, leaving the last two years for specialization. Such a plan enables the engineer to gain some knowledge of literature, language, and general culture. Recognition of the worth of this system is indicated by the fact that leading engineering schools throughout the country are changing over to a two-year course of pure engineering such as ours. V. M. I. is thus some twenty years ahead of the times. Besides necessarily technical subjects, the Civil engineering course provides the supplementary subjects of Economics, Business Law, and Public Speaking. Every engineer must know some of the fundamentals of business. He must be ready to meet problems in finance as well as able to build bridges. In addition, he must be able to stand before a group of men and state forcefully his opinions and ideas. In training men for such abilities, the Public Speaking course is aided by the work of the Student Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers. This chapter, organized in 1920 has already become widely recognized because of its merits. The meetings bring interesting discussions of practical engineering and give, besides, an opportunity for th? student to practice speaking before an audience. If a course is as good as the men it turns out, therein lies the chief claim to prominence of our Civil Engineering course. V. M. I. Engineers are known all over the world and are to be found in the positions of greatest responsibility in numberless engineering projects. With its past successes, and its new equipment in the Nichols Engineering Hall, the Civil Department shows promise of keeping up its good record. Department of Civil Engineering First Class C. W. Bailey J. D. Fosque C. L. McGee T. G. Slater H. P. Bava, Jr. R. E. Foy W. N. Mason, Jr. T. 0. Smith W. K. Brewster J. F. George Jr. A. W. Marklis G. R. Taylor B. M. Cutchin, Jr. J. K. Gill, Jr. G. H. Mittendorf J. C. Thomson R. F. Dunn R. H. Grecory, Jr. C. MoYKA R. R. Turner, Jr. D. M. Erskine R. L. Gregory P. P. Nelson F. C. Vauchan H. E. Fisher H. F. Hodges, Jr. C. S. Potter W. R. Vivian H. Fletcher, Jr. R. E. Leach J. M. Rea S. C. Will W. L. Foltz D. T. Long L. P. Roberts, III J. L. Wood J. N. Lyle J. B. Seay Secon i Class J. F. Allen S. C. Curtis 0. Holstein Jr. W. H. Pettigrew H. L. Armistead S. 0. Coxe, Jr. A. F. Hubbard A. H. PoNZANELLI G. B. Ax M. E. Doyle, III E. C. Hudgins, Jr. P. C. Roberts G. Baylor S. A. Douglass W. P. Keithley A. B. Taylor, Jr. W. 0. Brayshaw R. W. Fink G. Kerr C. M. Taylor, Jr. W. E. Buist, Jr. J. W. Gary J. S. Kirk J. D. Vance P. W. Calliham, Jr. J. H. Gould J. P. Lea, Jr. R. F. Vaughan B. D. Carter W. S. Grant, Jr. R. A. McCoy, Jr. W. C. Weaver L. M. Caperton A. B. Hannah N. A. Meador B. T. Whited S. G. Crews B. P. Harrison, Jr. S. H. Meem. Jr. E. M. Young A. G. Hill, III A. S. Patteson : J- , : 39 ! 1 m Department of Electrical Engineering Colonel Stewart W. Anderson Lt.-Colonel Robert J. Trinkle Captain Rufus E. Fort The policy of the Department of Electrical Engineering at V. M. I. has been to give a foundation in the fundamentals and methods of this field of engineering rather than the details of current practices. Since its founding in 1898 this department has kept pace with the rapid growth of the phase of science with which it deals ' and the course itself has been designed in such a way as to give its graduates a thorough understanding of the principles involved. In as much as the means and procedure employed by electrical engineers is constantly changing the heads of the department have given first attention to instruction in the basic mathematics and principles involved. A large and well equipped laboratory, however, affords ample training in shop and field practice. Both the first and second classes spend approximately four hours a week working with the array of electrical machinery in the Nichols Engineering Hall, making themselves familiar with the operation and characteristics of different types of machines and gaining a valuable working knowledge. Among the theoretical courses taken up after a ground has been formed in the Fourth and Third Classes are: Analytical Mechanics, Resistance of Materials, a brief course in Concrete, Descriptive Geometry, Advanced Mathematics (including ordinary and partial Differential Equa- tions), Physics, Direct Currents and D-C Machinery, Alternating Currents, Alternating Current Machinery, Heat-Power Engineering, Mechanisms, Hydraulics, Mechanical Drawing (including Machine Design), and Power Transmission. Courses in English and Public Speaking, Public Finance, and Corporation Finance broaden the scope of the department. The student branch of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers is conducted by the cadets. At the regular meetings of this society cadets present papers and give talks on engineering problems which are then discussed in open forum. From time to time moving pictures are employed to demonstrate modern work and well known engineers are invited to speak to the cadets. frwtfwuff ' BCKDB H Department of Electrical Engineering J. T. Bruch S. R. Chisman, Jr. W. McL. Cumminc L. DeCamps W. R. Fuller S. N. Garrett H. J. Geiger, Jr. C. F. Horst, Jr. G. S. Bernard, Jr. C. S. Betts, Jr. J. H. Carrico W. L. Calhoun W. P. DeSaussure, III N. W. DlNCMAN F. B. Epps W. B. Gibbs T. H. Harrel W. S. Hayman L. Hilliard MEMBERS First Class J. Jones S. J. Mergenhagen T. J. Moore, Jr. R. L. Ould W. T. Payne J. A. Phillips R. C. Saunders J. C. Shell Second Class G. B. Hichtower W. W. Holt J. W. Horseman L. B. Jones E. L. Kostainsek W. L. Kelly, III W. C. Landis J. S. Lay, Jr. H. A. Longino, II J. T. Meek R. J. Meybin, Jr. R. P. Sledge S. V. Tallman A. H. Thiermann, Jr. E. R. Trapnell F. E. Tyler W. K. Welsh H. L. Woodson, Jr. T. J. Moore, Jr. C. A. Payne, Jr. H. J. Pence J. Roberts, Jr. C. E. Schoonover R. S. Singleton S. J. Stone, III J. M. Trossbach E. J. Taylor P. C. Wooters 41 m Department of Chemistry Colonel Hunter Pendleton CoLONEii Edward STEIDTMAN Dr. O. H. Browne Lt.-Colonel W. F. Young Dr. R. P. Carroll Mr. H. E. Ritchey The study of Chemistry begins in the second year when the entire third class takes a course in General Chemistry, which includes lectures, recitations, and laboratory work throughout the year. Thus a foundation is laid for the man who will choose to follow this line of work during his cadetship. The basis is further augmented by the thorough course in mathemetics given all men the first two years, as this science is becoming more and more important in its relation to chemistry. Hence this training is a distinct advantage. During the next two years the study of chemical topics both in class and laboratory is pursued; all men have here everything in common with the exception of those who intend to follow medicine later. These substitute some special pre-medical topics for a small portion of chemical subjects. Biology, Qualitative Analysis, Physics, and Mineralogy are in the classroom supplemented by laboratory work; while Principles of Chemistry. Chemical Calculations and Metallurgy are purely recitation and lecture subjects. Throughout the theoretical work is given a parallel practical application. The first class year is occupied with a combination of lectures, recitation and laboratory pro- cedure in the organic field. A thorough laboratory course is taken in Quantitative Analysis, which equips a man for analytical work. Mineralology, Physical Chemistry, and Industrial Chemistry complete the scientific courses of the year; however, Public and Business Finance, Business Law. and Public Speaking fill out the curricula, thus giving a glimpse of how the world governs and finances industry. With the ability, experience, and interest of the staff of instructors at hand, a cadet should be well prepared for entrance into graduate work, medicine, teaching in junior college or high school, or the industrial and commercial field. 42 jmmwJFI BCMBB I Department of Chemistry P. H. Bacby R. P. Brown A. W. Bryant H. W. Duane, Jr. W. B. Eagles, Jr. T. B. Grainger L. J. Hansbrough J. M. D. Heald G. A. Hopkins, Jr. H. L. Archer W. H. Bozel R. M. Berkeley J. O. Burke J. E. Crocker 0. B. Dickin;on R. H. Eanes, Jr. B. B. Elliott W. H. Face, Jr. C. A. George G. R. Gilliam W. H. Gilmore J. J. Heffner R. G. Holt W. P. Jones, Jr. J. W. James F. P. Johnston M. C. Jordan First Class M. Hubbard. Jr. H. C. Hudgins R. E. Hume L. W. Jack;on F. S. McCall W. H. McNeal R J. Manning L. N. Miller R. T. Moore, Jr. M. M. Neale, Jr. Second Class W. O. Kaylor C. L. King R. P. Kelly Jr. R. C. Kimbrough, Jr. A. H. Knowles E. R. Mar hall W. J . Meriwether, Jr. J. W. MlDDLETON E. A. Martin [. H. Moore C. Morehead, Jr. H. Nunnamaker, Jr. R. V. Orr E. R. Outten L. C. Page. Jr. C. H. Peters H. D. Orm:by, Jr. J. E. Oyler D. G. Patterson J. E. Powell E. R. Stainback R. F. Waite W. B. Walshe S. C. Wolfe D. D. Wright E. L. Phillips, Jr. C. S. Roller, III C. N. Rucker, Jr. J. L. K. Rugh C. L. Seigel C. A. S ' teidtmann W. M. Stith J. Temple, Jr. W. F. Tinsley J. G. Todd F. W. L ' rick M. H. Vauchan C. V. Ver Milyea J. T. Walker J. W. Wheeler, Jr. W. C. White A. S. Wilson T. R. Winston, Jr. Department of Liberal Arts Colonel Henhy C. Foud Colonel William M. Hunley Colonel Robert L. Dixon Colonel Robert L. Bates Lt.-Colonel Hernando M. Read Captain Edward J. McMullen Captain Joseph C. Brewer Captain Ludwell L. Montague In spite of the fact that V. M. I. is primarily an engineering college and has its greatest claim to fame along such lines, the rise of importance, of the Department of Liberal Arts cannot be denied. Upon the continued popular demand for some fitting degree other than B.S., the Liberal Arts Department was created in 1912, and since has grown and been improved until it stands upon a par with its engineering rivals. Graduates with the Bachelor of Arts degree are well fitted to obtain positions in the business world, and are already coming into prominence throughout the country. Many continue their studies in other schools of higher learning; here it is interesting to note that the first two Rhodes Scholars from V. M. I. were Liberal Artists. Professors with superior education and ability are in charge of the academic work. The system of small classes and individual instruction, which of late is coming so much into popular use in the larger and more widely known institutions, is employed here. Library periods afford a fine opportunity for wide reading and research work. The fact that each year the number of cadets selecting this department increases is an indica- tion that its foundation was a most far-sighted step in the creation of the Greater V. M. I. mvw f£ i BJ3 is! 1 1 i 4- T i i 1 1 Department of Liberal Arts m R. BuMCARDNER, Jr. R. G. Carter L. F. Cary, Jr. J. P. Castleman C. H. Cocke, Jr. G. L. H. Cooper F. F. FlNKLEHOFFE J. C Gilliland M. D. Hopkins J. N. Adams, Jr. W. L. Allen H. C. Brown, Jr. R. M. Clewis, Jr. P. C. Edmunds J. L. Epps, Jr. C. E. Greiner MEMBERS First Class J. Keith G. B. Johnson O. W. Lvle J. G. Martin, IV H. B. Massey J. C. Monks, Jr. E. D. Moody J. D. Neikirk Second Class C. J. Harkrader. Jr. C. 0. Harris J. C. Hickie C. P. Kearfott G. M. King, Jr. J. M. Kurtz J. Lansdale, Jr. F. J. McCarthy, Jr. J. S. Metcalfe, II J. L. O ' Brien C W. Oliver, Jr. J. E. Prothro E. C. Rawson, Jr. G. S. Turner J. H. Turner, Jr. H. D. Wancer, Jr. S. L. Weinerth F. P. Williams C. F. M. Noble A. R. Rochelle F. W. Richards A. E. Susong W. F. Tompkins 0. D. Smith A. E. Van Petten, Jr. J. C. SCHAAF Ill 1 46 1 _.l — II m lmmmmmsuimmmA iiiim K J BOOK, qE $S3S ?-dT § ;rc hnmfmw|FIJ! 0 DB ' v, s a asses N spite of the fact that new cadets are not allowed to organize into a class until the termination of their first year, the spirit of brotherhood and comradeship is developed in their feeling towards their classmates soon after their matriculation at the Institute. The hardships of that first year serve only to make these bonds more binding and the term Brother- rat to take on a new and dearer meaning. During the second year comes the great change from rathood to old cadetship. The ties between classmates become even stronger, the class is established on a firm foundation, and the course is set which leads in the end to graduation three years later. As second classmen the class takes on for the first time some outward and visible sign of that inward and spiritual union. This is the Class Ring, a symbol of class unity as well as love of school. In this year men prepare themselves to undertake the dignity and responsibility of the first class. It is a year of reflection, observation, and preparation. At last the three years of apprenticeship are completed, and the glories of the first class year are finally revealed. Yet these are accompanied by responsibility, for to the first class is intrusted the safekeeping and perpetuation of the heritages and traditions of the Institute, in its hands rests the guidance of the Corps, and under its direction is the Honor Court, the most sacred of all possessions. The climax of all class history is, of course, graduation, but each one of the four years at V. M. I. will be ever held dear in the heart of ever) ' cadet. Class organizations are not to be entered into lightly. Fraternities are replaced at the Institute by Classes, and no means could develop more strongly the feeling of brotherhood. The four classes are four closely-knit units around which and upon which the Spirit of V. M. I. is built. Class of ' 32 1! R. Turner L. J. Hansbroi GH President Historian J. C. Monks, Jr. Vice -President and V aledictorian 53 X , $6M z%.. k lit? c ' as Y ' H Jtt -i ' h VV ' r . £ ;rc ImrnwIRH BCMD B N m 1; ™ Thirty-Two Class History WARMING to Institute portals from the happy outside world, the Class of ' 32, in the fall of 28, found its life changed suddenly from normalcy to well-ordered bedlam. For a year ' 32 bore the yokes and shackles of rathood, conformed to Institute tra- ditions and struggled to hold its head above the arduous waters of cipherhood. We sat up in the mess hall, we dated top-kicks, we withstood the slings and arrows of the remnants of the Old Rat System. As athletic teams we organized, and as football season, with its nightmare pep meetings wore on, we felt ourselves acquiring the rudiments of the V. M. I. Spirit. ' 32 went on the bricks in mid-fall as the result of a great combination against authority, concocted by third class genius and executed by us, in our innocence, in the shape of a colossal ' shirt-tail parade. When there were yet many days to go ' till Christmas, what should befall the Institute but an epidemic of flu, in which ' 32 joined heartily, aiding in filling the old gym to overflowing with hays and in hastening the promulgation of. that welcome order of December, 1928, granting one of the longest Christmas furloughs in history. For three weeks we exhausted the pleasurable fruits of civilization, like soldiers home from a front, sailors after a cruise and convicts just pardoned. Followed the gloomiest event in a cadet ' s existence — return from rat Christmas furlough. Manfully, now, we froze on post, and clawed or got clawed by the academic demons as the throes of mid-year examinations claimed us. The bleak hell preceding spring strained, but failed to break us. Barracks Days found our rooms wrecked, our buttocks bruised and our shakos shined. In those last days of rathood we organized as a class and elected Rand Turner, John Monks and Pills Hansbrough as our pilots through the toil and pain of three more years. The stress of rathood gave way in turn to the stress of the third class year, as we returned hilarious next fall. Our position was anything but ideal — hated by rats, suppressed as upstarts by second classmen, ignored by first classmen, the prey of all subs. We divided our days between pacing the bricks, evading authority and keeping the rat system functioning; our nights we spent in walking post, wondering, in the main sinks, just what calculus and physics were all about, and in occasionally sleeping. Thirty-two ' s campaign against the rats was successful in spreading discipline, in teaching the art of sleeping on the floor and in sending the entire new cadet class barefooted to reveille on one memorable morning. This last fiasco resulted in disaster to several of our high-ranking corporals and left a bad taste in the commandant ' s mouth, following which the official sickle hewed down many a chevronite for such petty offensives as clapping shirt-tail parades, thumbing noses at members of the guard and throwing paper airplanes out the window. Thirty-two ' s great counter-attack responded with a literary mural mutilation of the mess-hall, expressing popular opinion in glow ing terms and brilliant paint, and holding no name sacred. With a hush and a whoop and a wholesale helter-skelter ' 32 ' s Bomb exploded, six points off the sentry box, dehinging three doors and covering courtyard and stoops with debris and bits of shattered glass from annihilated doorpanes. These were the highlights of the old hell-raising age. We chose our class sweaters and pins and sent the miniatures to our ladies. We became dyed-in-the-wool Keydets, and with the Finals of 1930, we felt ourselves mature enough to step into shoes that really symbolised big doghood. A big event of our third class year was the arrival of Major-General John A. Lejeune, who succeeded General Cocke as superintendent. The General proved himself our best friend from the outset, and since then has built up in ' 32 a deep respect and admiration such as falls to the lot of but few men, especially from those beneath him. Now, as second classmen, we emerged from the storm and found ourselves. With Thanks- giving came our ring figure in Ninety-Four Hall. An innovation in custom was here introduced in that each man wore a sash and sword, and in the arch of swords through which the girls marched, forming a splendid scene of rare beauty. Our Second Class Finance Committee organized and made a great progressive step in intro- ducing talking pictures to the corps, and in endowing the cadet movie-goers with that greatest and most popular of all picture-show exhibitors — John N. Lyle. We took active parts in the publication of the Bomb and Cadet, in the various cadet organizations and in the administration of the military phases of life. Indeed we found ourselves in a most ideal situation from the standpoint of popularity with the corps; we held a position of authority, yet not too high a position, and we were not too far removed from any other class to find each of them teeming with excellent friends. With the advent of spring, we bent our efforts to the production of the Second Class ' annual dramatic masterpiece, again establishing an innovation in custom by staging, instead of the usual minstrel. Fifty Million Keydets, a conglomeration of everything pertaining to Keydets and Keydet talent, which, at the hands of Colonel Moseley and Johnny Monks, resulted in unusual success. The Final Ball found us paletoted and caped and taking up the torch of authority from the hands of passing ' 31. No more were we to confine ourselves to the half-baked privileges of walking in the road to Limits Gates, smoking on the stoop, wearing capes on furloughs, keeping on our caps in First Classmen ' s rooms and shooting bull in ranks; from now on we were to be Almighty Gods. But first there loomed before us the ominous shadow of R. 0. T. C. camp. The Cavalry Boys had the biggest time. Hoisting sail, they left the Institute for Fort Myer, stopping enroute only long enough to fraternalize with their other brother-rats at the big V. M. I. Brawl at Culpepper. Fort Myer proved to be a strong summer resort; the Keydets were treated like human beings by the officers, they got along with the upper crust and had the C. M. T. C. saying sir ' to them. The girls of Alexandria mad pets out of them, held big blow-outs in their honor and treated them like princes. Washington. Baltimore. Richmond echoed to their escapades, from boudoir to jail. Between Boat Club dances the Equitati did a little work, actually sucking a little wind, it is rumored, on a certain lengthy ride. But they enjoyed even this, for it gave variety to life, and when camp came to a close, they were sorry to leave!! The doughboys at Camp Meade tended more towards the military side of the situation. Almost immediately, for some reason or other, they incurred official disfavor and began to be pointed out as objects of opprobrium to units from other colleges. Ganging up with V. P. I., they found that they could eke out a passably livable life, even under the circumstances, and they eked in a strong way. But still there was all the mud and grease and footwork to which the Infantry is heir, and it can be truthfully said that the amount of strong and revolutionary language employed in the V. M. I. camp counterbalanced the supply of happy smiles. With the F.A.R.O.T.C. we find those sterling type of men whom nothing can faze. Dumped inhospitably into a swamp swarming with Fokker-type mosquitoes, in the most exposed location possible to the fury of a terrific sun, and next to a nest of human hybrids designated as the F.A.C.M.T.C., the artillery lads found that it took all their guts and self-control to stick it out without a mutiny. A commendable attempt to form a harmless outlet for the pent-up revolutionary spirit was inaugurated in the form of the weekly Moose Gazette, which gave forth all the dope on everybody and everything, but which was vehemently suppressed with the third issue, thanks to various truisms published with observation to authority, and the editors entered upon an era of confinement. The F. A. boys took their fun where they found it, mainly in Baltimore and Washington, and, to a less extent, amongst the official strata of Fort Hoyle itself. Trips to Gettysburg and Aberdeen Proving Grounds helped make soldiers out of the boys, and their powerful dance floor tactics so enraged their contemporaries of every unit save the Chemical Warfare that a regular feud arose between the Fort Hoyle-Edgewood Arsenal contingent and the motley crew at Aberdeen. Thanks to, the Fort Hoyle post officers, the 16th F. A. regulars and the womanhood of Maryland, life was alleviated to some extent. Back to V. M. I. now, for the last time, having finally come into our own as First Classmen. The Officers of the- Guard commenced proceedings with a bang, with their Banquet in the Robert E. Lee Dining Room — an affair which will remain forever vivid in the minds of every man there. Football season was a busy time. ' 32 followed the Big Red Team en masse to Norfolk for the Clemson game. At Charlottesville we rejoiced as the Squadron dedicated Scott Stadium in lovely style. At the Yorktown Sesquicentennial we donned our colonial costumes and upheld the name of the old Institute in grandiose style. The O.D.-O.G. Battle of the Century preceded Thanksgiving, and on Alumni Field the O.G. cohorts, cheered on by Greiner ' s Military Band and a multitude of spectators, subdued the com- missioned boys in a one-sided but terrific grid contest. At Roanoke, after the Turkey Day Classic, we joined the V. P. I. first class in a mighty traditional banquet at the Elks Club, which did much to further the friendly feeling between the two schools. In our four years we are proud to say that we have broken even with V. P. I. on the gridiron and have tasted but one defeat at Wahoo hands. First Class Hops and F.C.P. kept us well in on the social whirl. We made full use of the new monthly week-end furloughs granted to the First Class by the Superintendent. With spring came the semi-sad semi-glad sensation of our life at V. M. I. drawing to a close. At last, the great supreme struggle with exams arrived; we found ourselves in the vortex of our final Finals; we sang The Doxology in the courtyard, we threw away our shakos, we received our dips and we cried like babies — for we were leaving behind what is, to us, the greatest, hardest and finest of all institutions — V. M. I. 58 mwraR BQiDB Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Pleasant Harwood Bagby B.S. in Chemistry Richmond, Va. Cavalry •Plez ' Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Rat Football, Rat Boxing, Richmond Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. C , Secretary Richmond Club, Riding Team. Second Class — Sgt. Co. 0 , Vice-Pres. Richmond Club, Asst. Mgr. Boxing, Company Boxing, L.O.A.P.. D.T. ' s. First Class — Pvt. Co. C , Pres. Richmond Club, Manager Boxing, A.C.S., L.O.A.P., D.T. ' s. Rathood at V. M. I.! Plez had heard of its terrors all of his eighteen years prior to his entering the Institute, and that is why he lugged a fifty-pound suitcase three blocks through the streets of L ' xington in preference to riding in a taxi, which he knew was forbidden to rats. With so perfect a start he began his first year with his brother rats, emerging at Finals with a host of friends and also some high ranking corporal chevrons. A bad case of heart trouble occupied most of Plez ' s Third Class year, but he gave it up for more serious things and selected Chemistry for the subject of his last two year ' s work at V. M. I. With his chevrons moved up again, he sailed through his Second Class with numerous trips to the schools of the fair sex and the inevitable Sunday morning headache. After a summer at Fort Myer and a gruelling third degree delivered by the D. C. police, he returned and donned the gray for the last year. Plez has been our true friend from start to finish. It has been a pleasure and a privilege to have known you, boy; and as we end our years of cadetship, we can only shake your hand as a brother rat and wish you the very best that life holds in store. A Richmond girl can make a sucker outa ' any Keydet! Matriculated 1927 Born 1908 Charles Walton Bailey B.S. in Civil Engineering Doc Norfolk, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. D , Rat Football, Hat Basel)! Corp. Co. E , Varsity Football Squad, Varsity Baseb D , Varsity Football, Floating University, Monogra Class — Pvt. Co. E , Varsity Football, Varsity Tra gram Club, Norfolk Club. 11, Tidewater Club, Norfolk Club. Third Class — ill Squad , Norfolk Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. n Club, A.S.C.E., Norfolk Club, D. T. ' s. First ;k Squad, Floating University, A.S.C.E., Mono- Doc entered V. M. I. full of hopes and fears. Like everyone else ' s, his rat year was un- eventful except for a few sheenies. As time passed, ' Doc made good and returned to see that the rats behaved in true fashion. This he did by introducing himself to many misters. During the summer, Doc was to be found anywhere in and around Lexington but not in Lexington after dark. Due to some slight difference of opinion with little Doddy concerning hazing Doc embarked into the ranks of the 0. G. ' s. He has steadily maintained that the life of the 0. G. ' s was the life for him. As a Second Classman Doc decided to follow in the footsteps of Olie. This year he showed his mettle on the football field and was awarded a monogram. After a wonderful six weeks at Fort Bragg, he returned to the Institute to enjoy a real vacation at the Floating University. Here he made up for the time lost and when September rolled around again he was ready to show Olie just how Structures should be taught. He continued his good work on the gridiron. When June arrived we saw Doc take his Dip with flying colors and drag away with the same empty feeling that the rest of the class had. If I don ' t get a letter, I ' m gonna write one to myself. Iwwvwvflp BCHBB Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Harry Porcher Baya, Jr. B.S. in Civil Engineering Harry Tampa, Florida Field Artillery Fourth Class — Rut Football, Rut Basketball, Rat Track, Florida Club, Sons-of-Fathers Club. Third Class — Corporal Company E, Varsity Football, Varsity Boxing, Secretary Florida Club, Sons-of- Fathers Club. Second Class — Regimental Q. 11. Sgt., Varsity Football, Treasurer A.S.C.E., Second Class Finance Committee, V.-Pres. Florida Club, Sons-of-Fathers Club. First Class — Capt. and Quartermaster, Varsity Football, A.S.C.E., Hop Committee, Pres. Florida Club, Pres. Sons-of-Fathers Club, Monogram Club, Marshal Final German. On a hot day in September, 1928, Lexington was awakened by the protests of a certain youth insisting that Florida was never so hot as that. That was Harry. And so, what with keeping cool and out of trouble, Harry succeeded in making the rat year a thing of the past. When next we saw him, Harry was wearing high-ranking corporal chevrons and demonstrating how to be efficient without an effort. Football and boxing claimed a large part of his time. With the second class year came a coveted position on the staff as Supply Sergeant for the Battalion. His choice of Civil Engineering brought him lots of work, but he didn ' t let such an insignificant item interfere with his pleasure. His appointment as Captain and Quartermaster at the end of his second class year brought Harry to the upper rungs of the military ladder in his last year. He has shown himself well capable of carrying all the responsibility accompanying his office and gives indications of a perfect capability for the greater responsibilities of life. By golly. EC w ■■ ' ■■■■■■ - m Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 William Kitson Brewster B.S. in Civil Engineering Bill Weston, W. Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. C , Eat Football, Rat Cadet Start ' , Episcopal Club. Second Class — Pvt. Virginia Club, Marshal Ring ' Figure, Marshal Pi A.S.C.E., President. West Virginia Club, Hoodlums iinkee Club. Third Class- Cadet Staff, A.S.C.E., Vic First Class — Pvt. Co. 1 Marshal Pinal German. In the fall of 1928 there entered into the portals of V. M. I. a rosy-cheeked, curly-haired lad, hailing from those West Virginia hills. Entering his rat year, he performed his duties with the rest of us, but near the end, Bill attended a Mink hop, much to his distress, and was forced to spend his first Finals in a somewhat humble state. Then came that Third Class year and with it the severe punishment that accompanies the chastisement of new cadets. As time wore on, the leaves again returned and Bill, as a Second Classman, decided to view the landscape through a transit. He donned his ring with the rest of us and under Olie ' s tutelage, settled down to a blithe existence, looking forward to his best year. Once he had a narrow escape from being one of the boys but it seemed as if fate had destined him to be a regular fellow all his life. Then, camp, the bane of all Keydet ' s existence — and Bill returned to school in all his glory: a First Classman. During his last year at the Institute, Bill made the most of his time, not neglecting, however, (0 find entertainment at Hollins. Now that you ' re afloat on that perilous voyage of life, you leave our midst with a host of friends. Let our departing wish be one of complete success for you. Cheerio! old boy. I ' m no moralist, but — saa R-T ' 1111111111 r f u ih r. Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Robert Pendleton Brown B.S. in Chemical Engineering Bob, Bo-Peep Lynchburg, Va. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Rat Football, Rat Basketball, Rat Track, Riding Team, Lynchburg Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. A , Football Squad, Basketball, Monogram Club, Lynchburg Club. Second Class — Color Sergeant, Basketball, Track, Monogram Club, Lynchburg Club, Marshal Final Ball. First Class— Pvt. Co. A , Captain Basketball, Track, Monogram Club, Lynchburg Club, Marshal Final German, O. G. ' s Association. Bob was as scared as any other mister when he matriculated, but things soon settled down. He was quickly recognized as one of the best athletes in our class, having won three numerals in the year. Finals saw him with a pair of chevrons. Bob held his own in military lines his Third Class year, and earned a permanent berth on the basketball squad. Finals brought color sergeant ' s stripes. As a Second Classman Bob joined the ranks of the test-tube Johnnies. An injury sustained in spring football training caused him a good bit of trouble in athletics, but a good bit of pleasure as far as his excursions to Lynchburg were concerned. However, he kept his place on the quint and track team, and his teammates wisely chose him captain of basketball. At last the First Class year came, and Bob was one of the honorable O. G. ' s. His success in athletics again was splendid. Finals brought the hard earned dip which came from work and not from being a brow. Bob, the friends you have made here will all miss you more than can be expressed in a few words, and we all know that with your winning personality and natural ability you will make this life a happy and successful one. Best of luck, Bob, and a warm au revoir. I ' ll be damn if that ' s so. fie VW« .f ' ti ipi r BCKDB Matriculated 1927 Born 1910 James Taylor Brugh B.S. in Electrical Engineering Jim, Home, Fleecer Rocky Mount, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Rat Basketball Team, Rat Track Squad. Rambling Kevdets, Roanoke Club. Third Class— Corp. Co. A, Varsity Basketball Squad, Varsity Track Team, Rambling Kev- dets, Roanoke Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. F , Varsity Basketball Squad, Varsity Cross-Countrv, Varsity Track, A.I.E.E., V.M.I. Commanders, Roanoke Club, Episcopal Choir. First Class — Pvt. Co. J? , Varsity Basketball Squad, Varsity Cross-Country, Track Team, A.I.E.E.. V.M.I. Commanders, O.tx. ' s, Roanoke Club, Episcopal Choir. Though Jimmie didn ' t come to us as a classmate until rather late, having started with ' 31, he ' s made up for lost time in the hearts of ' 32. Jimmie has made quite a name for himself on the basketball court, on the cinder path, and on the orchestra platform. On the court he was a flashy forward; on the track he took part in the distance runs, the broad and high jumps and hurled the javelin to fame and fortune; and when it comes to music, Boy, Oh Boy, can he blow that hawn! But it wouldn ' t do to let Jimmie get swell-headed, so we ' ll jot down a few of his faults — just a few, as our space is limited. He snores bass, he croons tenor, his numerous horns clutter up the room from morn till night, and he loves to blow them. He uses three bottles of ink per week writing to Williamsburg (yes, Jimmie has finally settled down to THE GIRL, and from all signs they ' ll live happily ever afterward ) , and his passion for investment has led many of his schoolmates to impending suicide. After all, though, you ' ve been a real pal, Jimmie, and we ' re glad to be able to call you a thirty-two man. Make this and I ' ll shoot the five! BCKDJB Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. Third Class — Corp. Co. Asst. Mgr. Football anc Ball, Archie Club. Alexander Wilson Bryant B.S. in Chemistry Alex, Archie Petersburg, Va. Cavalry lien Mgr. Rat Basketball. , Rat Football, Wrestling- and Baseball Squads, Second Class Minstre , Sniper Staff, Intramural Basketball. Second Class — First Sgt. Co. C iketball, Chorus Director 2nd Class Revue, Marshal Ring Figure and Fin; First Class — Capt. and Adj. O. D. ' s, Cadet Staff, Bomb Staff, Marshal Fin; Hail, stout fellow! It is Alex passing through the arch for the first time, with all a rat ' s dreams and desires. Alex was not a gross rat, and was rewarded with corporal ' s chevrons at Finals. Aside from his work, he found time for football, wrestling, and baseball. The dreaded Calculus and Physics held no terrors for this lad as a Third Classman, nor did they deter him from applying his abilities to the Sniper, the Second Class show, and Intramurals. As a Second Classman, Alex cast his lot with the chemists, and became one of the O. R. P. ' s, to say nothing of the sash which graced his waist and the chevrons which graced his sleeves. He went to cavalry camp at Fort Myer, and learned that there were other things than the White House in Washington. Paletot days finally, and Alex, as a reward for his stentorian voice, became regimental adjutant. Many enjoyable Saturday nights at the Archie banquets featured the First Class year. Alex, you have been a good fellow, and you will be remembered by your classmates as one who always greeted them with a cordial welcome. In the years to come we know you shall attain the success and happiness which are due good fellowship and ability. Hello, Archie, what ' s the dope? M Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Rudolph Bumgardner Bachelor of Arts ' Bum, Eudy, Stormy, Toots ' Staunton, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class— Pvt .Co. A ' , Eat Track Squad. Third Class— Corp. Co. E , Sniper Staff, Cadet Staff, iiaik Squad. Moating University. Second Class— Sgt. Co. E , Cadet Staff, Asst. Cadet Librarian, falsity truss Country. }arsily I rack. Monogram Club, Art Director Fiftv Million Kevdets A.P.S.A. First Class— Pvt. Co. P , Art Editor Bomb, Alumni Editor The Cadet Captain Cross Country O. tr. s Varsity Track, A.P.S.A., Monogram Club, Marshal Final German. A sincerity of purpose that has always ended in accomplishment has characterized Bum ' s progress at V. M. I. His rat year, like so many of the rest, was one continuous storm- but underneath lay the artist ' s genius and the heart of a fighter. Part of the reward for industry and ability were the chevrons which graced Bum ' s arms his Second and Third Class years. His drawings brought glory to Sir Sniper for two years and the fact that he designed four oi six covers used on the magazine during the last year of its publication is evidence enough of ' Bums ability as an artist. The results of Bum ' s efforts as Art Editor of the 1932 Bomb are obviously shown throughout this book. Two years ' work on the Institute track squads was rewarded with a berth on the Championship Cross Country team of 1930 and his subsequent election to captain the ' 31 harriers. As a two- miler in spring track he has kept V. M. I. in the scoring column in that event and made a name lor himself. A fighting heart was never more in evidence than in Rudy ' s work on the cinder track. Idealism and industry are combined in Bum in a way that will carry him far. None of us have more promise of a fuller life. We join in predicting and wishing for Bum the best of all good fortune. Boy! She ' s a honey! Matriculated 1928 Born 1912 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B Texas Club. Second Class A.P.S.A. First Class — Pvt. A.P.S.A. Bearing down on the greater V. M. I. four years ago, Robert received a great surprise in the form of a reception committee. Little realizing the hardships of a rat ' s life, he was quickly informed the why and wherefore of his existence-to-be. Such a course he pursued throughout the stormy period; and after an age, emerged the envied Third Classman. The Third Class year proved to be another period of stress, although in a different sense. Academic courses now perplexed him; and these, along with the social duties to be performed in the walking of penalty tours, made a most active year for him. The summer furlough whirled by and Tol returned a haughty Second Classman. Choosing the course of Liberal Arts, he gained a two-fold advantage: this course being his forte and then, the pleasant rest hours in the library. Robert will always hold a place in the hearts of his brother rats as a real friend and a true man. By hard work he has achieved the goal toward which he has worked, and the manner in which he has done it has won for him the respect and admiration of his classmates and brother rats. {Censored.) Lucius Falkland Cary, Jr. Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Bachelor of Arts Lou, General Richmond, Virginia Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Richmond Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. F , Richmond Club. Second Class — First Sgt. Co. F , Richmond Club, Business Stuff Cadet, Marshal Ring Figure, Archie Club Y.M.C.A. Representative. First Class — Capt. Co. F , Richmond Club, Business Manager Cadet, Archie Club, Marshal Final German, Chairman Visiting Speakers Committee. Boy, I had a hell of a good time! is the way Lou describes his rat year. But that ' s like Lou ; he finds a spark of humor everywhere; furthermore, it exemplifies his famous capacity for prevarication and bull slinging which has kept his room-mates with their breeches rolled up for four years. Who in ' 32 will ever forget the God-awful brilliance of Lou ' s shine as a newly cadet? The old bomb-throwing year found Lou a high ranking corporal and his devotion to military duties and Napoleonic demeanor won for him the epithet, General. Next year, as first ranking top-kick, Lou proved his ability, both as a holy terror to corrupt new cadets and as a highly efficient company discipliner and manager. A slight deviation from the paths of righteousness left him with a blank sleeve, but he took it with a smile and the overwhelming sympathy of the entire corps attested to the universal feeling and respect held for him. The final year found Lou with carloads of work as Business Manager of The Cadet, as a line smashing, broncho bustin ' , typewriter pounding Liberal Artist and as Captain of F Company. As a true pal and as the personification of a Keydet, your brother rats will never forget you, paid. Naw, I ' m busy right now. m Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 John Pryor Castleman Bachelor of Arts Castleburger, Peg, Zilch Louisville, Ky. Cavalrv Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Dramatic Club, Kentucky Club, Rat Basketball Squad. Third Class — Pvt. Co. A , Dramatic Club, Kentucky Club, Cadet Staff. Second Class — Pvt. Co. A , Dramatic Club, L.O.A.P., Kentucky Club, Fifty Million Keydets, Intramural Handball, Marshal Final Ball, A.P.S.A. First Class — Pvt. Co. C , Dramatic Club, D.T. ' s, O.G. ' s, Bomb Staff, Cadet Staff, President Kentucky Club, Marshal Final German, Vice-Pres. A.P.S.A. Back in September, 1928, ' Jack left the Blue grass country for the hills of Ole Virginny and V. M. I., where he has spent the better part of four years as an outstanding member and credit to the Class of ' 32. Being endowed with promising dramatic ability, he was successful in making the Dramatic Club, and each year has found him one of the leading members of that Club. Jack was a typical hard-boiled Third Classman and though Calculus and Physics occupied most of his spare moments he was soon recognized as one of the best fellows in our Class. He selected Liberal Arts as his course of study these last two years, not being particularly technically inclined and the wiseness of his choice can easily be seen if one inspects his grades. As a First Classman, with all its privileges ( ? ) Jack became one of the Institute ' s very best O. G. ' s. He was made Photographic Editor of the Bomb and was appointed to the editorial staff of the Cadet and his work on both publications is extremely praiseworthy. It ' s a great pleasure to have had you as a friend and classmate these four years and while there is sure to be sorrow in the parting we know that wh en you leave you are bound to succeed with every fine quality which you possess to aid you. Hoiv ' s that? Just like doivn town. fi€C jj HfH W -Ni 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 1 W - W UTR a Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Samuel Reade Chisman, Jr. B.S. in Electrical Engineering Sam, Nifty Hampton, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Tidewater Club, Episcopal Church Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. D , Tidewater Club, Episcopal Church Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. D , Tidewater Club, A.I.E.E., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. D , Tidewater Club, A.I.E.E., O. G. ' s, J. B., Floating University, Fleecer ' s Club, Hoodlums. As a new cadet, Sam was some boy. But he struggled on and somehow made every function, even the daily sick call. His influence with the surgeon was the envy of every new cadet. Finals came and Sam found himself free and none the worse for his rat year. He returned to the Institute the following fall with his head full of resolutions, which, in all fairness to our hero, will be withheld from this discourse. It was during this year that Sam felt the fury of Little Gus ' claw when he attempted to tie a few doors one night very late. In his Second Class year this remarkable young man decided to take electricity, and to continue his visits to the Green Room. Math and Mechanics gave him no trouble, and the other depart- ments even less. During his First Class year, Reade found enough time to pass his difficult work and to engage in various barracks activities, social and otherwise. Now that Sam has finished his career at V, M. I. we are sure that he will face the problems of life and overcome them just as he did those of his cadetship. The Class of 1932 is strong for you, Nifty ! ' ' If hadda you care? Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Cary Hartwell Cocke Bachelor oj Arts Pussy, Rambler, Cocky Paulette, Miss. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Riding Team. Third Class — Pvt. Co. 0 , Sec. and Treas. Mississippi-Tennessee Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. C , Vice-President Mississippi- Tennessee Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. C , President Mississippi-Tennessee Club, O. G. ' s, A.P.S.A., Marshal Pinal German. In the fall of 1928, Cary, for his first time stood in the Washington Arch and wondered just why he had been sent to, what appeared to him, a prison. The first year contained many dis- illusionments for him as well as the formation of many friendships with his brother rats. The second year he returned sad, but wise to the ways of the Institute. This time he did not register so early in the day. With the coming of the rats many penalty tours were piled on the boy from Mississippi, but he took them with a smile on his face, even though there was no smile in his heart. On returning the third time, ' Cocky made a resolution to slay off the bricks and to broaden his education by plunging deep in the Liberal Arts course. This year passed all too soon for his brother rats due to the fact that they were deprived of Cocky ' s smiling countenance all too soon. We all know that the lad from dear Ole Mississippi will make a great success, as well as acquire many friends, and we all join in wishing him luck and happiness wherever he goes and whatever he does. Ain ' t that sumpin? Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 George L. H. Cooper Bachelor of Arts ' Cooper, G. L. H., Hobare ' Laurel, Miss. Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Eat Football Squad. Rat Boxing Squad. Third Class — Pvt. Co. B , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Sniper Staff. Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Sniper Staff, A.P.S.A., General Publicity Agent, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , Bomb Staff, A.P.S.A., O. G. ' s, Pilblicity, Whalers ' Club, Marshal Final German, Mississippi-Tennessee Club. When this stalwart youth entered the Institute, he knew not what he was doing. He imagined it to be a lot of glory to be from V. M. I., but Johnny Biggs, in the old O. P. Q. suite, quickly turned this impetuous youth into the right path. He returned to the Institute a typical Third Classman, very important in his own estimation. There were good times and hard times that year, but the strenuous times on the bricks can never be forgotten. The ring figure was the most important thing in his career; he forgot the hardships he went through to get that ring, and neglected the fact that his main purpose here was to get a dip. On returning from Camp Meade, George decided to show them that being a First Classman carried its dignities, and, brother rat, it ' s not such a bad job. With that ol ' dip in sight, may you have the best luck in the world when you are a civilian once more. Lemme alone, get out. iii i w nJ ' ' iiiih iii i f _- r Ln i H Ti i tomwimF BQiBB W Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 William McLean Cumming B.S. in Electrical Engineering Bill, Wind Hampton, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , Football, Boxing, Track, Tidewater Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. E , Tidewater Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. E , A.I.E.E., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. E , A.I.E.E., O. G ' . ' s, Tidewater Club, Hoodlums, Marshal Final German. An impulse, a flip of a coin, a sigh. Thus were the events immediately preceeding the entrance into V. M. I. of this young man from the Tidewater country. Contrary to his usual fortune he stayed out of serious trouble for a whole week. Then after difficulties encountered in after taps excitement, things settled down for Bill and ere many a moon had passed, rathood was history. His glorious return the following year as a corporal was short-lived due to extenuating circum- stances involving new cadets. But ' tempus fugit and our hero finished his second year. As a Second Classman, Bill won renown through his ability to be continually late. Only one thing marred his Thanksgiving: he forgot to carry his ring to the figure. Showing true Keydet spirit, he came from behind and passed all of his work and left for Fort Hoyle, Maryland. Camp over, he returned to the Institute a full fledged First Classman. This year he settled down to hard work and mastered the difficulties encountered in the science of electricity. Cheerio, Bill, old man, if you ever get your women straightened out, we know your life will be one of ease and happiness. It ' s been great to have known you since there is no asset greater than a true friend. don ' t get a letter today, I think I ' ll die. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Braxton Murray Cutchin, Jr. B.S. in Civil Engineering Ike, Drum Puss, Cutch Franklin, Va. Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Rat Football, Basketball and Baseball. Third Class — Corp. Co. B , Varsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, Monogram Club, Sniper Staff. Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , Varsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, A.S.C.E., Monogram Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, Assistant Manager Football. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , Varsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, Captain Varsity Baseball, Manager Rat Football, Monogram Club, A.S.C.E., 0. G. ' s, Marshal Final German. During his first year, besides writing the red-head every day, Ike found time to prove his ability as a great athlete by winning his numeral in football, basketball and baseball. He returned the next fall with the coveted corporal ' s chevrons adorning his sleeves, but this military career was short-lived: a ride home from the hike tempting him more than the desire for military success. His ability as a baseball player was discovered that year and he lield down the hot corner very capably. Brax just took things kinda easy his third year at school and spent most of his time catching hay. This didn ' t keep him. however, from taking a high stand in his class :s, playing bridge, basketball and baseball like a master. He returned his last year for lots of study, penalty tours, and confinement. These last two were the least of his worries, however, and after a successful season on the basketball team and as captain of the baseball team he finally put fours on a much coveted sheepskin. It is with the deepest regret that we say goodbye. May the greatest of success be yours and may we meet again. Boy! that red-headed teaman sho ' slays me! |; ) i I 1 1 .ff=Tf, m Matriculated 1929 Born 1911 Luke DeCamps B.S. in Electrical Engineering ' Little Stone Puss ' Wallaceton, Va. Field Artillery Third Class — Pvt. Co. D , Rat Wrestling, Kill Track, Intramural Wrestling, Tidewater Club, Floating University. Second Class — Pvt. Co. D , Varsity Wrestling Team, Gym Team, Monogram Club, A.I.E.E., Floating University, Tidewater Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. D , Varsity Wrestling Team, Gym Team, Cheer Leader, O. G. ' s, A.I.E.E., Monogram Club, Tidewater Club. Upon that memorable day, September 9. 1929, V. M. I. graced her roster with a name destined to adorn her athletic annals and delinquency sheets. Following the path of least resistance, young DeCamps characterized his rat year by the neatness of his appearance, his achievements in the class room and his ability as a wrestler and trackman. Blessed with a personality which makes friends of all comers, his new cadetship was remarkable for its cultivation of amicable relationships with his classmates — old cadets. Luke ' s Second Class year offered definite proof of the lad ' s proficiency in the mysterious realms of electricity. At the end of the wrestling season his series of victories won him his monogram and membership to that exclusive organization, the Monogram Club. The Gym team offered a new field of activity to this versatile man from points south and his participation in the team ' s exhi- bition at Finals received its merited applause. Bon voyage, Little Stone Puss. you are leaving V. M. I., but the host of friends you leave behind will keep their pleasant memories of your companionship and look forward to the con- tinuing of it in the ranks of Alumni. Gaivd, I don ' t have to go to parade! Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Harley Wentworth Duane, Jr. B.S. in Chemistry Debby Richmond, Va. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Richmond Club, Episcopal Church Club, Riding Team, Rat Boxing Squad. Third Class — Pvt. Co. 0 , Richmond Club. Episcopal Church Club, Boxing Squad, Riding Team, Sniper Staff. Second Class — Pvt. Co. C , Richmond Club, Episcopal Church Club, Assistant Manager Baseball, Boxing Team, Monogram Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. C , Richmond Club, Episcopal Church Club, O. U ' . ' s, Boxing Team, Monogram Club, Marshal Final German. It was a distressing day for the girls of Richmond when Debby left town for the Institute. Harley took the best that the terrorizing Third Class had to offer, and. at the end of the year, he emerged with a clean record and a clean conscience to face three more years of the proverbial storm. Following a hectic Third Class year, Debby decided to become one of the well-known chemists, and before the winter was well under way, he appeared carrying V. M. I. ' s hopes in the ring as a 115-pound boxer. Then came the summer camp at Fort Myer, where Debby proved to be one of the big dogs and spent the most enjoyable ( ? I sojourn playing soldier boy. This year we found Harley a member of the noble and distinguished 0. G. s, and, with the goal in sight, began his last year with fruitful sludy. Harley. old boy, we hate to see you leave. Yours has been a true and lasting friendship, and we have been proud to know you. May your success in the world be as great as it has been here at the Ins titute. You want to meet my girl; she ' s a honey. c Matriculated 1927 Born 1906 Roy Franklin Dunn B.S. in Civil Engineering Keydet Rocky Mount, N. C. Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Rat Football, Captain Rat Football, Rat Basketball, Rat Baseball, N. C. Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. B , Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Monogram Club, North Caro- lina Club, Marshal Ring Figure, All State Fullback, All Southern Team in Atlanta (tame. Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , A.S.C.E., Monogram Club, Athletic Council, Captain Varsity Football, Varsity Boxing, Porter Cup, Marshal Final Ball. First Class— Pvt. Co. B ' ' , A.S.C.E., O. G ' . ' s, Monogram Club, President Athletic Council, Assistant Football Coach, Captain Varsity Boxing, Varsity Track, North Carolina Club. Back in the fall of 1927 old cadets asked each other, Have you seen this Mr. Dunn on the rat football squad? Since then Roy has been prominent in all that is V. M. I. As an all-round athlete, no one has excelled the big Keydet. His monograms in four sports and the Porter Cup for 1930-31 attest to that. Roy ' s mature judgment, engaging personality and sympathetic understanding have made him a valued friend. Some cadets always stand out as leaders in barracks life. The conduct of these leaders determines to a large degree that of the rest of the Corps. Roy ' s has always been a steadying and wholesome influence. Academic work has proven no bed of roses for Roy, but by hard work and perseverance, he has succeeded in passing Oley ' s civil course, no easy task for anyone. As a First Classman, Roy was ineligible for football, yet Captaincy of the boxing team, track, studying and the duties of president of the Athletic Council go to make up his year ' s activities. It is not easy to say goodbye to the Keydet. ' ' We want to see him often, and will be as pioud of his success elsewhere as we are of his many successes here. Ain ' t that something, Goodness gracious. ;fi€C Q mwrnfl BQi DB - FWwwrf Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 William B. Eagles .S. in Chemistry ' Bill Louisville. Ky. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F . Rat Football Squad, Rat Wrestling Squad, Rat Track Squad, Kentucky Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. P , Secretary Kentucky Club, Varsity Wrestling Squad. Second Class — Sgt. Co. F , Business Staff The Cadet, Kentucky Club, Varsity Wrestling Squad, .Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, A.C.S. First Class — 2nd Lt. Co. F , Subscription Mgr., The Cadet, Kentucky Club, Marshal Final German, A.C.S., O.D. ' s. Bill ' s cadetship starts and ends with visions of the Blue Grass State. He entered V. M. I. with great expectation but with a sincere determination to make the most of things as they came. In this he succeeded to a very satisfactory degree and was rewarded with corporal chevrons his Third Class year. Each Finals saw him attain higher honors until, as a First Classman, we saw him a lieutenant. If friends could be counted as material wealth, Bill would undoubtedly be a millionaire. From the very beginning of his career as a cadet, classmates have recognized him as a swell guy ' ' and his name always provokes a smile and a word of praise. He has made his life at V. M. I. a story of achievement and has continually reflected honor upon his alma mater. He has made a host of friends who will always remember him as a true pal and a thorough gentleman. These friends all take this opportunity to wish him the best that the world can give and to hope that his dreams of an old southern mansion with an abundance of mint julips and coal black niggers will be realized in plenty of time for him to enjoy them to the fullest extent. This one is a honey. m R_T a vxv t ' ff T u !_H a Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. i Riding Team, A.M.A. Club. Riding Team. First Class- DeMarr M. Erskine B.S. in Civil Engineering Be, Erk, Dusty, Popeye ' Steubenville, Ohio Field Artillery ' , Rat Boxing, Riding Team, Second Class — Pvt. Co. ! ' ' Pvt. Co. I- -, A.S.C.E., A.M A.M.A. Cl ub. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , A.S.C.E., A.M.A. Club, Marshal Ri ' lg Kigu A. Club, Marshal Final German, Ridi.ig Tel This military stuff was no novelty to the lineal descendant of the house of Erskine. It is expressive of the calibre of his brain that after two years at A. M. A. he signed up for V. M. I. We agree that but for one thing Popeye is as good as they come — he should have been born a thousand years ago. Once Popeye crossed the path of a red-headed member of the fair sex, and the event had serious and far-reaching consequences; it resulted in the entangling of our hero ' s heart strings at the F. A. R. O. T. C. camp in Maryland. If we didn t wake up every morning to the tune of Popeye ' s sneezes, it didn ' t seem like home. However, in spite of everything, the old boy has his good points. He ' ll lend you anything he has, and now and then he even displays a flash of genius in getting the answer to a difficult problem, but he doesn ' t guarantee to have used orthodox methods in obtaining said result. No matter what he does after leaving our guiding influence, you may rest assured that he will be a credit to our training. So, feeling proud of you, old son, we turn you out to shift for your- self, and wish you the best of luck and happiness in your future life. (Censored) M Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Fred Franklin Finklehoffe Bachelor of Arts ' Fink, Stiiie, Eft Cube, Staff, Efflehoffe ' Springfield, Mass. Infantry Fourth Class— I ' vt. Co. D , Yankee Club, Intramural Basketball. Third Class — Pvt. Co. D , Cadet Staff, Dramatic Club, Second Class Revue, Yankee Club, Intramural Boxing, Intramural Basketball. Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , Asso. Editor Cadet, Asst. Mgr. Baseball, Bomb Staff, Co-director Fifty Million Keydets, Yankee Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , Spoils Editor Cadet, Mgr. Varsity Baseball, Outrage Editor Bomb, Second Class Eevue, Yankee Club, A.P.S.A. From the time that we ran up three flights of stairs to the fourth stoop until we finally reached the ground floor, Fink, through his magnetic personality, has been at the top of 32 s popularity list. Few will forget those after-taps banquets, during which Fink would hold our undivided attention to a recitation, for this little man is a dramatic reader of no mean ability. Not only will we remember, but we will never cease to appreciate the way in which he forced us laughingly through every gloomy episode in our Cadet existence. Endowed with a power of originality, and with a liquidity of expression, ' Eff Cube became a popular journalist, filling places on both the Cadet and Bomb staffs. As co-director of the class show he not only acted but wrote and helped stage many of the sketches. His knowledge of the diamond game, his ability, and his persistent efforts to aid the team won for him the office of varsity baseball manager, an honor which he prized above all others. As you now take down the civilian clothes and leave us for the outside world it ' s not good- bye, Fink, only au revoir. Old man, you have blazed a glorious trail. The song has ended but the melody lingers on. When the roll is called — ' be there. vwmjfwR BQiDB W 1 Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Herman Eldridge Fisher B.S. in Civil Engineering Bud, Shorty Salem, Va. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Roanoke Club, Rat Boxing Squad. Third Class — Corp. Co. C , Roanoke Club. Second Class — Sergeant Co. C , Roanoke Club, A.S.O.E., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — First Lieut. Co. C , Roanoke Club, A.S.C.E., Marshal Final German. ' Bud ' passed his first year at V. M. I. in a very quiet and unassuming manner. He seemed to have a knack for being quiet and unassuming, two qualities that go a long way toward helping one live through the chaotic period of rathood. By dint of hard work and the well-known right attitude Bud gained the envied corporal ' s chevrons at finals. The next two years of Shorty ' s cadetship were spent in an honest effort to reap the greatest benefits from school life. As a Third Classman, he began to make a circle of friends that has increased steadily ever since. He continued his good work and emerged at finals the proud pos- sessor of sergeant ' s chevrons. During the Second Class year, due to still more hard work, he came through at finals of 1931 with a first lieutenancy and honor stars. Having now covered himself with honors, Bud continued through his First Class year with the same ideas and continued to increase his circle of friends and admirers who will remain as such through the rest of their lives. His years here have been ones of achievement and glory and we have no doubts in our minds but that his future will be the same story retold. So I said to Olie bromnw SQ B 0  m JO Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Howard Fletcher, Jr. B.S. in Civil Engineering Fanny, Oliver Warrenton, Va. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Northern Virginia Club. Rat Football, Rat Track. Rat Wrestling. Third Class — Pvt. Co. E , C. P., Northern Virginia Club, Football Squad, Monkey Team. Second Class — Pvt. Co. A , Football Squad, Second Class Finance Committee, Peter Dawson Club, Northern Virginia Club, Marshal Ring Figure, A.S.C.E. First Class— Pvt. Co. A , Northern Virginia Club, Hop. Com- mittee, O. U. ' s, Lost Squad, Marshal Final German, A.S.C.E. Back in 28, if Howard had taken lessons in laundering, he would have found the going during those first awful months a lot easier. Indeed, so popular did this son of Warrenton become that sitting down on anything but a cushion was torture. In athletics Howard carried off more than his share of honors, receiving numerals in three sports. To start his Second Class year, he was honored with historian of the C. F. ' s. Football also claimed part of his time, but on the whole during his stay here, Oliver ' s undivided attention has been with his studies and his success in this line deserves unlimited praise. In his Second Class year almost every committee found Howard a leading member. Since he acquitted these duties perfectly as well as passed Olie ' s brain-wrecking courses to boot, hard work is evidently a middle name. After a summer spent in going places, seeing people, and doing things. Howard returned to take his substantial position in the ranks of the O. G. ' s. Hard work, sincerity, and common sense, combined with a never-ending supply of good humor, have made Howard one of our outstanding classmates — one to whom we can point with pride and say, He was a brother rat of mine. Take de wheel ' cause Fletcher know when Fletcher got enough. Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Wayne Lee Foltz B.S. in Civil Engineering ' ' Wayne ' ' Lexington, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Presbyterian Church Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. D , Presbyterian Church Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. D , Presbyterian Church Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Asst. Mgr. Wrestling, Marshal Final Ball. A.S.C.E. First Class — Second Lieut. Co. D , O.D. ' s, Mgr. Rat Wrestling, Cadet Staff, A.S.C.E., Marshal Final German, Presbyterian Church Club. Early one September morn in the year of our Lord 1928, a great gloom descended on the fair sex of the town of Lexington. Their Wayne had entered the portals of V. M. I. He was always known as a running rat, and thus came through that memorable first year with flying colors. Once again ' Wayne hit the military a hard wallop, and at the end of his Third Class year we had with us Sergeant Foltz. As a Second Classman, he elected to cast his lot with Oley and his transits andirods, in the meantime not forgetting his military record and those chevrons. Wayne entered the First Class as a member of the 0. D. ' s association and manager of Rat Wrestling. He continued to follow the course in Civil Engineering with the determination which was a characteristic of him during his entire four years at V. M. I. As a friend he has no peer. There can be no doubt that in after life he cannot fail to make a success. Wayne, ol boy, good luck, and watch out for the girls. Boy, I got it bad. John Drummond Fosque B.S. in Civil Engineering Jack, One-Time, Pug Matriculated 1928 Hampton, Va. B.S. in Civil Engineering Born 1911 Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Rat Football Sq uad, Rat Track Squad, Tidewater Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , C. P., Company Basketball. Tidewater Club. Second Class — First Sgt. Co. F , C. F., D.T., L.O.A.P., Vice-Pres. Tidewater Club, Cadet Staff, Marshal Final Ball, Hop Committee. First Class — Capt. Co. E , Vice-Pres. Hop Committee, Pres. Tidewater Club, C.F., D.T., L.O.A.P., Marshal Final German, Cadet Staff, L.H.I. Club. In most cases the girls ' boy-friend is the boys ' boy-friend too, and this partial axiom does not find an exception in Jack Fosque. Since his entrance here we have watched him and have some most complimentary observations to state. Here is a clean-cut, neat appearing gentleman with whom we are proud to be associated as brother rats. Having held his own as a student, having climbed high in military circles, he has made and held a host of friends by the secret of his personality. This boy lends his ears to everyone and seldom speaks his thoughts unless he feels that they will benefit someone. Underneath his natural love for fun and a good time, we have noticed a seriousness of purpose which is constantly and most beneficially applied. This, we believe, is one of his most admirable qualities. Considering his marked gentlemanly conduct and appearance, his pleasing and attractive per- sonality, his qualities as a scholar and as a soldier, his worthiness as a friend shown by the many he can claim, any prediction on our part for a full and enjoyable life would be a mere waste of words. Gimmie my hat. ;K€( l ImmvdR BCKBB -1 4 Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Robert Edward Foy B.S. in Civil Engineering Bob, Robinson, Fifi Mount Airy, N. C. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Dramatic Club, Rat Track Squad, North Carolina Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. C , Dramatic Club, Cadet Staff, North Carolina Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. A , Dramatic Club, Cadet Staff, A.S.C.E., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. North Carolina Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. A , O. G. ' s, A.S.C.E., Marshal Final German, North Carolina Club. On September 10, 1928, Bob came to Lexington with mighty aspirations. The arduous duties of a new cadet kept ' Bob very busy during his first year, but at Finals in 1929 he emerged proficient academically and among the chosen few who were to wear corporal chevrons. It was during the hectic Third Class year that Cupid, who inevitably finds his mark, pierced Robert with his arrow. But the old adage that ' a good man cannot he kept down held good in the above case. His heart wounds healed without a single trace, and wisdom came to the lad. His easy going Second Class year passed all too soon. During this happy period of cadetship, our friend developed such uncanny ability at bridge that his brother rats were very loath to betray their ignorance in a game with him. When camp was over this handsome North Carolinian ' s absence was felt from Washington to Pittsburgh. Bob ' s last year at V. M. I. is over. It is difficult for us to say goodbye to the pal we have kidded so many times. His remarkable good nature and even temper has been a pleasure to us all. May prosperity, happiness, and love come his way! Great day in the morning. Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 William Robert Fuller B.S. in Electrical Engineering Bob, Archie Danville, Va. Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , Rat Rifle Team, Piedmont Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. B , Sniper Staff, Piedmont Club. Second Class — First Sgt. Co. B , A.I.E.E., Asst. Mgr. Baseball, Co. Rifle Team, Chorus Second Class Revue, Marshal Ring Figure. First Class — Capt. Co. B , A.I.E.E., Pres. Archie Club, O. D. ' s, Marshal Pinal German. Thank God Rome has such a soldier! Fair-haired and smiling Bob came to us from Danville, Virginia, filled with determination and fired by aspirations. Bob made a remarkable record for himself during the rat year, and became a corporal at Finals. The Third Class year held no terrors for our hero. It was a year full of work and pleasures, and at its end Bob was promoted to a high and mighty sergeant. It will be craite a time before he forgets the famous Richmond trip in the fall of the Second Class year, and the events following it. We find our boy draped in a sash holding the reins of B Company, and also holding the honor of being the only and original Archie. The First Class year he braved the wrath of Major Hoople with dauntless courage and the famous smile. Bob, we hate to leave you. You have been a true friend, and we know that you will attain the highest renown in the future. Here are our best wishes for your happiness and well being in the years to come. ' ' Hey, ' Archie, ' let ' s go up town Saturday night. Skidmore Neale Garrett Matriculated 1928 Cumberland, Va. B.S. in Electrical Engineering Born 1911 Field Artillery S. N., Neale Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. Floating University, Ma Final (rerman. ' B . rshal Third Class— Pvt. Co. F . Second Class— Pvt. Co. F , A.I.E.E., Final Ball. First Class— Pvt. Co. JP , A.I.E.E., 0. CJ. ' s, Marshal Following in the footsteps of his brother, Neale chose the old military machine, with which to grind out his education. Accordingly on the never to be forgotten September morn, he alighted at our portals and was a little nonplused on finding out that the first mile on the flowery path of knowledge was a rat line. At the beginning of his Third Class year, Neale broadened his activities a little and very frequently accompanied the tourists on their weekly jaunts toward Buena Vista, and by the end of the Third Class year, our hero had become so attached to Lexington and the surrounding country, that when the Floating University weighed anchor the big blond blizzard shipped as the boat- swain ' s mate. Neale ' s second year was comparatively uneventful, the time being spent mostly in delving into the mysteries of electricity and writing to numerous calics scattered throughout the country. And now, at last we find him about to step out into the world and enrich it with his hard earned knowledge; a sure cure for the present world depression. It ' s a far cry from the wilds of Cumberland to a paragraph in Who ' s Who, but we all expect him to make it. Wait and see. Gawd, but she ' s a honey! gg HI a T ' ; ;j .vi ...■■.■■■. f%- ! jr u IB _ CT M .Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Henry Jouette Geiger, Jr. B.S. in Electrical Engineering Juliet, Stud, Gigger Cleveland, Tenn. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Sons-of-Fathers Club, Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Fencing Team. Third Class — Pvt. Co. E , Sons-of-Fathers Club, Mississippi Tennessee Club, Fencing Team, Sniper Staff. Second Class — Pvt. Co. E, Sons-of-Fathers Club, Mississippi Tennessee Club, Fencing Team, A.I.K.E., Armv-Xavy-Marine Club, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. E , Mississippi-Tennesse Club, Cadet Staff, O. G ' . ' s, Fencing Team, A.I.E.E., Sons-of-Fathers Club, Marshal Final German. On the memorable day of September 10, 1928. the old Institute shook on its foundations when H. J. Geiger matriculated. Those days were trying ones for Juliet. especially after he had told a Third Classman that he gave several damns. Stud ' s ' Third Class year was a quiet and busy one although he found time for playing chess, fencing, and instructing mistahs in the way they should go. Juliet ' s academic activities were combined in artillery and electricity; although he has probably regretted it a million times, he made much progress in both of these lines. As a First Classman Geiger has proven his real worth; somewhat settled down from the lordy Third Classman but nevertheless the same old Juliet. The boys wouldn ' t know what to do if they didn ' t have him to argue with. His greatest weakness seems to be the ladies; and. at the present time, we have a very much disillusioned classmate in that respect. Juliet. ' you have made for yourself an everlasting place in our hearts; you have done well and we know that all of your future efforts will meet with success. We ' re for you strong ! Got a cigarette. ft€C is f fa Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 John Francis George, Jr. B.S. in Civil Engineering Norfolk, Va. Cavalry Frank, Archie Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Eat Football Squad, Rat Boxing Squad, Rat Track, Norfolk Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. A , Varsity Boxing Squad, Norfolk Club. Second Class — Sgt. Major, Varsity Box- ing Squad, Second Class Finance Committee, Archie Club, Vice-Pres. Norfolk Club, Vice-Pres. A.S.C.E., Episcopal Church Choir. First Class — Capt. Co. A , Varsity Boxing Squad, Hop Committee, Bomb Staff, Pres. Norfolk Club, Pres. A.S.C.E., Archie Club, Episcopal Church Choir. When the night of September 10, 1928, arrived it found Frank established in old room 114 and undecided whether to stay at V. M. I. or to hurriedly return to the tea and cookies of the Norfolk Debutante Club. He was unable to decide, but, it being night, he fell asleep and remained to become all the things listed above. At the end of the rat year our boy found himself with stars and chevrons, both of which he retained through his career as a cadet. The rages of B. D. phazed him not, nor did the grumblings of Monk. As a Second Classman he served as Sergeant Major and head of the Finance Committee, on week days. He spent his next summer at Fort Myer, and it is rumored he knew something of the Alexandria Boat Club, to say nothing of the jail. As a captain he made a success of A Company and finished strong as an engineer. As a leader Frank has proved himself capable and worthy. We feel that he will do much and go far. However, there is one thing of wdiich we are certain. ' Frank, old man, whether you rise high or fall low, you will always sleep with your mouth open. Hello, Archie, how you wuz, boy? Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. John Kenon Gill B.S. in Civil Engineering Johnnie, Okmulgee, Bull Run ' Okmulgee, Okla. Field Artillery ' , Rat Football Squad, Eat Baseball Squad, West Miss. Club. Third Class — otball Team, Boxing Team, Track Squad, Monogram Club, West Miss. Club. Second Class — S ' gt. Co. F , Varsity Football Team, Boxing Team, Monogram Club, Baseball Squad, Marshal Ring Figure, A.S.C.K., West Miss. Club. First Class— First Lieut. Co, F , Captain Varsity Football Team, Boxing Team, O. D., Monogram Club, Baseball Squad, A.S.C.E. Out of the wilds of the state of Oklahoma, and from the city of Okmulgee, came this good old-fashioned son of the West. Dropped into the calmness of V. M. I. without a friend, he has made many from the time he hit the rat line until his First Class year. Next came the end of his Second Class year, and with it came camp. Here, too, the little Gill boy proved more of a friend than ever to his Brother Rats. From the time Johnnie came to the Institute he has proven himself an athlete. And now that he is a First Classman he is the skipper of the Big Red Team, and you ought to see that little boy play the game. Johnnie has also proven himself in the pugilistic racket. I ' ve heard say that he packs a wallop like an Oklahoma jack rabbits kick. Well, John, old kid, time comes when we must part. Yours has be n a true and lasting friendship, and V. M. I. has been proud of you. May you succeed in the world as you have at the Institute. However. John, we still don t believe that jack rabbits in Oklahoma are as big as horses. A ' oit; in Oklahoma V 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 f ' ■ u lpj q BCHDJB Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. I Second Class — Pvt. Co. C Texas Club, A.P.S.A., O. G. James Clifton Gilliland Hereford Texas Bachelor of Arts Cavalry Jim, Gil exas Club. Third ' xas Club, A.P.K.A. irshal Pinal German Class — Corp. Co. Marshal Final Ba ' C 11. ' , Texas Club. First Class — 1 Snipe vt. Co r Staff. . A , Jim Gilliland came to V. M. I., but put away warlike tendencies (except after a few sheenies his rat year) and settled down to four years of study and observation. This blond Texan has never concerned himself with the calic that come to the Institute. True Cavalryman that he is, he cares only for the beautiful and fast horses. True Liberal Artist that he is, he loves his hay best of all. It was not his fault that the authorities should have insisted upon his wearing chevrons his Third Class year, and he rid himself of the stripes at Finals. As a Second Classman he entered the Department of Liberal Arts and since then has devoted his time to his studies with but one goal — preparing himself for law. A keen student of human nature, he will stand high in his field. We respect Gil for his ideals and firm convictions; his friendliness and consideration have left their marks upon the hearts of all who know him. His sojourn at the Institute has been quiet — never a heart flutter — while he languidly applied himself to improving mind and character. But Gil ' s greatest trait is summed up in the sentence that has aptly been spoken of him — He ' d eive you the shirt off his back! And another Redskin bit the dust! nn Rja t% 11111111111 -nst u IH c l BCKDB Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Thomas Burbank Grainger B.S. in Chemistry Wilmington, N. C. Cavalry •Tom, ' P.P., Tommy Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Rat Football, Basketball, Baseball. Third Class— Corp. Co A Varsity Football, Basketball, Secretary and Treasurer North Carolina Club, C. P. ' s. Second Class — First Sergeant Co. A , Football, Basketball, Monogram Club, Second Class Finance Committee, Assistant Manager Baseball, Vice-President North Carolina Club. First Class — Lieutenant Co. A , Varsity tball, Basketball, Secretary and Treasurer Monogram Club, Honor Court, General Committee Hop ittee, Marshal Final Gerr North Carolina Club. Four Septembers ago the natives of the Port City of Progress and Pleasure gathered at the airport to witness the departure of their favorite son for the Institute. After receiving his share of rat troubles, Tom found himself at Finals adorned with the chevrons of the very first corporal. During his Third Class year, Tom was honored by being chosen a C. F. After wrestling with B. D. ' s Calculus, Tommy decided to pursue the ever elusive atom under the guidance of Old Rat. ' At Finals Tom moved his chevrons higher up and became a mighty Top-Kick. Came another September. Tom proved himself a real guard in basketball this year, and was soon wearing his white sweater to the picture shows with the best of them. After grooming Diablo for six weeks at Fort Myer, never sweeping out his tent, and running amuck in Wash- ington, we find our hero back for the last lap. As a First Classman Tom was chosen a member of the Honor Court, played mean football and basketball for the Big Red Team, and juggled Old Rat ' s test tubes with no mean ability. It will be hard to say good-bye to you, Tom. You have proven yourself a true friend, and the best of pals. May the success you have attained at the Institute be yours all through life. vromfvvflp BCHD £ Matriculated 1928 Born 1908 Robert Harrison Gregory, Jr. B.S. in Civil Engineering Norfolk, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Eat Football. Rat Wrestling, Rat Track, Norfolk Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. D , Norfolk Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. D , Norfolk Club. A.S.C.E., Marshal Ring Figure. First Class — Pvt. Co. D , Norfolk Club, A.S.C.E., O. G. ' s, Hoodlums, Marshal Final German When ' our boy, ' Bus, came bouncing over the mountains from his beloved Tidewater, he little dreamed what he was getting into. Despite the fact that he has the appearance of having grown up under a table he ' ll tell you, very confidentially, that he is quite some big shot with the ladies. If some of his claims are correct, he knows more about women than the man wdiat made em. However, having had abundant opportunities to study him in action, we, his room mates, reserve our opinion of his powers. Bus ' favorite theme for griping is what good is all this damn engineering going to do me when I graduate and go to work swinging a pick? So convinced is he of this world ' s downfall that he has already picked out several disastrous fates for himself, and is carefully considering them to pick out the worst. His outstanding feature is the fact that he holds the world ' s long distance eating championship. He can consume more food per minute or per hour, than any known man, regardless of age, race, or religious affiliations. With all his faults, our boy, Bus, is a stout fellow from way back and we wish him all the good fortune that Lady Luck can bestow. Fran!;, have you been in my ugly-pills again? Ti -Nf i i i i i W W U IR a BQiDJB Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Randolph Lynn Gregory B.S. in Civil Engineering Ranny, Peahead Norfolk, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Rat Football, Rat Basketball, Rat Track, Gym Team, Norfolk Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Track Squad, Gym Team, Norfolk Club, Monogram Club. Second Class — Color Sergeant, Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Track Squad, Gym Team, Second Class Finance Committee, Norfolk Club, Monogram Club, A.S.C.E. First Class — Lt. Co. E , Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Track Squad, Capt. G ' ym Team, Hop Committee, Cotillion Club, Norfolk Club, Monogram Club, A.S.C.E., O.D. ' s. Back in 1928 we had the good fortune of having as a brother rat Ranny who came from Maury High School, Norfolk, Virginia. After pushing an old cadet in the swimming pool and breaking the rat line, he seemed to make himself scarce around barracks. Some brother rats who noticed his speed on the stoops notified Captain Ramey who immediately signed him up for track. Ranny proved to be a very versatile athlete during his rat year as well as faring well in a military line by getting a high ranking corporalship at Finals. Since then he has played on the Varsity Football and Basketball teams as well as being the mainstay of the Gym team. After carrying the colors around during his Second Class year, he was made a lieutenant this year. Such friendships as Ranny ' s are priceless; we have admired and liked him and regret that graduation puts an end to our association as brother rats. How do you know Vm not married eady ImrnvvW ' Lyle Jamesson Hansbrough .Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 B.S. in. Chemistry Pills Front Royal, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D Corp. Co. D , Class Histo Committees, General Commit •Squad, Asst. Mgr. Football, Club, Marshal Ring Figure, First Class — 1st Lt. Co. North. rginia Club, Rat Football, Boxing and Baseball. Third Class — Boxing Squad, Northern Virginia Club, Class Pin and Jersey ee. Second Class— Q. M. Sat. Co. D , Class Historian, Varsity Boxing Treasurer Finance Committee, Class Ring Committee, Northern Virginia L.O.A.P. ' s, Varsity Track Squad, Honor Court and General Committee. , Class Historian, Hop Committee, Varsity Boxing and Baseball Squads, O. D. Football Team, L.O.A.P. ' s, Marshal Final German, Northern Virginia Club, Archie Club, Business Manager Bomb, Moe Club, Secretary Honor Court and General Committee. Few men can equal Pills record for a diversity of activity and none can better his record for accomplishment. Sincerity and courage of convictions are his outstanding traits. Coupled with an unusual mental strength and an equally effective executive ability is an attitude of fun that has won for him the respect and friendship of every man who knows him. He is a man of the most sterling integrity and, as such, has been a tower of strength in every important position he has held, as Historian of the Class, Secretary of the Honor Court and General Committee and as Business Manager of the Bomb. Pills ' came to V. M. I. with a purpose and the fact that he has never lost sight of that purpose is a tribute to his character and ability. The honors that have come to him have been merely incidental to his ambition to make himself a great surgeon, but they have been in line with his desire to be an all around man. His perseverance will make his living full and his personality will make his life full. We envy Pills his career in medicine. He is the personification of that type of man of ' whom we are proud to say, He is a V. M. I. man. That ' s a fact. hnfwvwvi BCHDjB John Mason Duncan Heald Matriculated 1928 Born 1912 J. 5. in Chemistry M. D., Johnnie Lynchburg, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Football Squad, Basketball Squad, Track Team, Lynchburg Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. F , Football Squad, Basketball Squad, Varsity Track Team, Monogram Club, Lynchburg Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. F , Football Squad, Basketball Squad, Varsity Track Team, Monogram Club, Lynchburg Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Color Guard, Basketball Squad, Varsity Track, Monogram Club, O. U. ' s, Lynchburg Club, Marshal Final German. John came to the Institute a product of V. E. S ' .. and as a rat cam; through with flying colors. Finals found John with a high standing scholastically, and his arm adorned with corporal chevrons. John ' s Third Class year was a repetition of his rat year as far as scholastic and athletic activities were concerned. This year John won his monogram in track and finals found him high up in the list of sergeants. As a Second Classman. Johnnie again proved his might in more ways than one. at the end cf the year his arm was bare of chevrons, they were replaced by gold stars to his academic ability. Q. M. D. again won his monogram in track. John returned to the Institute his First Class year, and settbd down to hard work, displayed his prowess as a test tube Johnnie and successfully manipulated all of Old Rat ' s hurdles to receive his dip. John, it is hard to say goodbye. You have been a true brother rat in all respects and leave behind you the memory of one who will always be remembered. We know you will succeed in any line you follow. What do you think? Although a tribute He mmmm % vx f ........... WTOmff BQ,(DB Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Henry Frank Hodges, Jr. B.S. in Civil Engineering Frank, Little Fellow Spartanburg, S. C. Field Artillery Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. D , Rat Wrestling, S. C. Club. Third Class— Corp. Co. D , Sec ' v S. C. Club, Cheer Leader, Company Basketball. Riding Team. Second Class— Sgt. Co. D , Vice-Pres. S C. Club, Cheer Leader, Gym Team, A.S.C.E., Cadet Staff. Marshal Ring Figure. Marshal Final Ball. First Class— Pvt. Co. D , S. C. Club, Cheer Leader, A.S.C.E., Gym Team, O.G. ' s, Marshal Final German. The Class of ' 32 is proud to count this handsome young South Carolinian among its members because he has proven himself to be a true brother rat and a gentleman. Our Third Class year found ' •Frank taking more interest in his studies and in his attentions paid to the fairer sex. To say that Hodges is a man among men and two among women is putting it mildly. After successfully weathering his Third Class year, Frank decided to tackle Olie ' s Civil course. He ended his Second Class year with a good academic record, the more dignified sergeanfs chevrons and a multitude of friends. He came back to school for that last hectic year as a First Classman and a honorable O. G. During his three years as an old cadet, Frank has been a cheer leader of no mean ability; his work in this line is manifest by the excellent way in which the Corps backed all her athletic teams. Now he has finished and attained the goal which every keydet hopes to reach some day, the coveted dip, and an everlasting friendship with every one whom he has come in contact. Goodbye, Bud, God bless you! Now, wait just a minute. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 George Adam Hopkins, Jr. .S. in Chemistry Rose Wilkinsburg, Pa. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. P , Yankee Club. Sgt. Major First Battalion, Marshal Rin = Pinal Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. A , O Third Class — Corp. Co. A , Yankee Club. Second Class — Figure, Yankee Club, Fifty Million iveydets, Marshal fcr. ' s, Color Guard, Marshal Final German, Yankee Club. Hailing from the Smoky City. Rose decided that the pleasant ahode in the Blue Ridge Mountains would be a nice change, so we found him on that ne ' er-to-be-forgotten Monday morning at the Institute. Corporal chevrons for the Third Classman adorned his sleeves, and B. D. ' s calculus wasn ' t so bad. Entering his Second Class year as Quartermaster Sergeant of A Company, we find him at make-overs one of the Sarg-Majs. This year he has cast his lot with the 0. G. ' s association of clean sleeves. Looking back we find many humorous occurrences in the cadetship of our Rose. Who can forget those frequent Saturday afternoon visits to the trunk room when we were yearlings, or crying for the Big Red Team when our last cent was bet against Dear Old U. Va. ? Sunny head, sunny name, sunny disposition— all three will probably be carried with him always and we hope that he will never lose them. Joy and happiness, Rose, is our parting wish for you. Hey, Fosque, see those two fingers? ■1 W mvmvwhbQ Q) W Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Fourth Class — Pvt. O Milton Dargan Hopkins Bachelor of Arts Pop, Hop, Slime Atlanta, Ga. Infantry ' , Georgia Club. Third Class Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , Dramat: Ring Figure, Marshal Pin ;ia Club, A.P.S.A., Dramati t. Co. B , Sec. and Treas. Georgia lub, Secretary A.P.S.A., Georgia Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , Literary Editor, Club, Marshal Final German. :ll I Four years ago Atlanta lost a most promising youth who had been indicted by the family council, and, unbelievably, himself, to be incarcerated in the yellow walls and iron bars of this institution of higher learning. Two years passed in the way time has ever flown and again we see our budding genius emerging from the ranks of mediocrity to the higher and more lofty idealism of a Liberal Artist, this time. Sorrows and fortune ' s hardships have ravaged him — yet he is still the same Hop of the saintly expression and affluence. In the search for knowledge, the alleged disappearance of books which appealed to his baroque taste was an almost insuperable object. Thanks to perseverance and extraordinary perspicacity in English criticism, success crowned his efforts and the Second Class history faded into the limbo of the forgotten. The last year of durance vile opened with the nvssage, to settle down and cut out being a Bolshevik. His joys at this recognition of his true worth were celebrated by bi-weekly trips with brother rat Slim, mere innocent vagaries of a capricious nature. Pop shone with the tenour of a comet on our radical weekly as a scrivener of note, perhaps a fore shadowing of the glorious future to be expected. Who knows? Bring out the salt and pretzels! Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Charles Frederick Horst, Jr. B.S. in Electrical Engineering Charlie, Einstein, Foreign Policy Birmingham, Ala. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , Alabama Club, Rat Track Squad. Third Class — Pvt. Co. C , Secretary Alabama Club, Cross Country Squad, Varsity Track Squad. Second Class — Sgt. Co. C , Vice-Pres. Alabama Club, Assistant Mgr. Wrestling, Varsity Track Squad, Cadet Staff, A.I.E.E., Marshal Final Ball. F irst Class — Pvt. Co. C , Pres. Alabama Club, Cross Country Squad, Varsity Track Squad, Cadet Staff, Marshal Final German. Birmingham ' s census dropped a notch and ' 32 took on another member as the name of Horst, C. F., appeared on the mans list in the renowned J. M. Hall. His Third Class career was not exceedingly eventful although he became a man of the cinder path in both track and cross country as well as a first section high-brow. Along towards finals, an idea struck Charlie that he would like to be a corporal, so he shined his shoes a couple of times and there he was: by order of Colonel Dodson. ' ' Next year found Einstein a sergeant of no low rank but taking things as they came, it did not affect him one way or the other. Then he again became one of the boys. Charlie ' s First Class year could not have been more of a success and his ability as an athlete and a student was not wanting. As a classmate and an all round boy. there is no question: so, Charlie, with sorrow in our hearts, Thirty-two bids you goodbye and all the luck in the world; not that you will need it, but to show our deep esteem of your merit as a brother rat and as a gentleman. ' If ' ell, what do you think? Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Mont Hubbard B.S. in Chemistry ' Hub, Montie, Mother ' Chatham, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co ' . A , Piedmont Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. Class— Pvt. Co. F , Piedmont Club, Marshal Final Ball. First Club, Marshal Final German, O. G. ' s. The first thing that struck us was the way he talked. Slow? You said it. He may have had all sorts of ideas when he came but he soon lost sight of them. He was a rat. However, Montie came through that year somehow. His Third Class year Montie took full advantage of being an old cadet. He worked very hard and got through that year of years when a guy hasn ' t a friend except his own brother rat. Came the time when he was a Second Classman. His chest expanded perceptibly. Chemistry and the 0. P. Q. suite did not mix so well but Montie passed with a very good standing. You can ' t keep a good man down. At last, a First Classman. Mont has put away childish things. The last long mile of that grind. During the summer camp he was in the hospital again, but he got over it and had all of the fair ones at his beck and call. What a man! All the time Mont doggedly pursued that will-o ' -the-wisp, the Dip. But he ' ll get there and get it. He always will get there no matter what there may be. He ' s that kind. Geiger, ain ' t nobody ever talked to you, to try to make you do better? Henry Clay Hudgins Matriculated 1928 Portsmouth, Va. B.S. in Chemistry Born 1910 Infantry Hiukey Fourth Class — Pvt. Co Co. B , Second Clas O. tf. ' s, Marshal Fina C 5 Sho Gerr , Sec v, Ma nd Class Show. Third Class— Corp. Co. B . Second Class — Sgt. rshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , Here he is — Portsmouth ' s best-dressed man, and after watching him depart on various furloughs we understand why the title. . In true Napoleonic style he crashed through as a corporal his Third Class year. However, his ardor diminished a little when on the spring hike, the blisters pulled him down while Lieutenant Lacey reprimanded him from his high horse. His military career was far from ended, for the following year he blossomed forth as a sergeant and at the same time decided to specialize in Chemistry. He was again a large success in the Second Class show, especially in his spats and high hat. Again his military side crept out and he led the boys on the spring hike with such gusto that they could hardly stand the pace. Alas and Alack: Dodson failed to recognize his military competence, though everybody has long since been aware of it. and he cut a niche for himself in the 0. G. ' s. It can truthfully be said that success has been his, for in the real worthwhile things he has scored heavily and well always remember him for the genial, smiling Chemist and feel sure that with all our wishes for the best of luck, he ' ll get somewhere. Mercy me. lyvmrnJR BOiDjJ Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 . D , Tidewater Club. Third Class — Pi , Tidewater Club, Marshal Ring Figul Club, Marshall Final German, O. G. ' s. One bright September day in 1928 Dick came to us, fresh from that great peanut area. This bright lad found some difficulty in adapting his easy going nature to the rigors of a military life, but he survived the rat year, with nothing worse than a few minor academic troubles. The start of his Third Class year found our boy not choosing to wear chevrons. He developed an interest in Hollins, and Sunday visits to the Green Room were frequent. When Dick was not at Hollins, he spent his time in hitting the hay. However, he overcame these scholastic demons after a session at the Floating University, and returned as a Second Classman in the Old Rat ' s molecule chasers. When he was not sleeping, or getting into some childish mischief — hence the cognomen, Skippy — he worked steadily, and came out on top. As a First Classman, Dick was still minus the old chevrons. Nevertheless, he worked determinedly to attain the coveted academic goal, his dip . In all, we must say that Dick was a true brother rat. Bidding farewell to a man of such good nature as he is not easy. Success be yours, Dick, old pal. ImmvwJFl BCKDB Leslie Wallace Jackson Matriculated 1928 Mount Airy, N. C. Born 1912 B.S. in Les, ' Chemistry ' Jack Field Artillery Fourth Class- Co. E , Ma -Pvt. Co. rskal Fina E , North Carolina Ciu 1 Ball. First Class— Pvt. i. Third Class- Co. E , 0. G -Pvt. Co. ' s, Marsha Fi . Second Class — Pvt. One hot September day in 1928 Mount Airy sent off one of her boys to V. M. I. This little boy was none other than Les Jackson. He had bis share of hardships along with his brother rats. As the year drew to a close he rejoiced along with the rest; and when Finals really came, he found himself a Third Classman. At the beginning of a new year we found Les back working hard on Calculus and Physics. At the end of h ; s Third Class year he decided to be an alchemist so when fall ajain came, he signed up with Ole Rat ' s course and experienced the horrors of the Archduke ' s classes. At the end of his Second Class year, he adjourned to Fort Hoyle to learn to groom the horses, and ride a little. To him camp was a glorious experience even if the days were hot and long. We won ' t be with Les now that he has graduated, but we have no worry about the success of his future; his willingness to work and his readiness to favor others are in themselves enough to assure that. Ah! What do you think? Matriculated 1928 Born 1908 George Ben Johnson Bachelor oj Arts Ben, Google, Benny Tazewell, Va. Cavalry Southwest Virginia Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. C . Second Class- shal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. X G. ' s, D. T. ' s, Hoodlums, President Southwest Virginia Club, Ms hal Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Pvt. Co. 0 , A.P.S.A., Ma A.P.S.A., Floating University, Final German. V. M. I. certainly got a break in the fall of 1928 when Ben honored the Institute with his presence. Ben had a pretty hard struggle getting by the rat class, but one must give credit where credit is due, for he certainly has established a record for himself since then. Next year found Ben back in the Institute ready for a year of hard work. But all work and no play makes Ben a dull boy; he had to have something to occupy his mind when he was not studying. He soon found something in Hollins which came to be one of his greatest interests. As a Second Classman, Ben found the thing that agreed with him when he entered the Liberal Arts Department. In the fall of 1931 we find our pal, Ben, back as a First Classman. There was never a hop that passed that Ben wasn ' t loaded down with the members of the fairer sex as his guests. Now that the time has come for Ben to leave us, we want to give him a big send-off by wishing him the best of luck and hoping that he leaves as big a mark on the cruel world as he has left in the minds of his many friends at V. M. I. ;K€T vvwtow|FI BO DB n Matriculated 1928 Born 1912 Fourth Class — Pv(. Co. Ring Figure, Marshal Club, Exchange Editor Jack Jones B.S. in Electrical Engineering Squat, Parson, Ioneze . Third Class — Pvt. Co, E . Second Class- al Ball, A.I.E.E., Kentucky Club. First Class — 1 ie Cadet, A.I.E.E., Marshal Final German, O.G. ' s. Greenville, Ky. Field Artillery In September, 1928, a little sawed-off runt rode the Virginia Creeper into the sleepy town of Lexington and began life as a rat. He hailed either from Greenville, Kentucky, or Denver, Colorado, as it suited his fancy; and what he thought was the old cadet ' s fancy. Thus he visited twice as many rooms as the ordinary rat did ; he needed the help of all his friends to keep him out of trouble. ' Parson ' s Third Class year is remembered especially for his confinement. He was one of the high-brows in spite of his continual griping about how hard the work was. What is his power over the instructors? Nobody knows. On the other hand, what is his power over the girls? In his Second Class year Jack chose Electrical Engineering and has been taking things easy ever since. He began his First Class year by practising for the extensive Bear Hunting while at camp. Jack now took on all the dignity befitting his station and became better liked than ever before, due almost entirely to his never-failing sense of humor. We feel sure that you will succeed in after life. Jack, as you have succeeded here during your cadetship. We can pass you on to the world with the highest of recommendation. For Cripes ' sweet sake! ;K€( l Iwwwvff ' BCHDB Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 James Keith Bachelor of Arts ' Jimmy, John Doe, Sleepy ' Warrenton, Va. Infantry irthern Virginia Club, A.P.S.A., B , O. G. ' s, lub, Pres. Rifle Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. A , Northern Virginia Club. Third Class— Corp. Co. Club, Varsity Boxing Squad. Second Class — Sgt. Co. B , Vice -Pres. Northern Asst. Mgr. Track, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class— Pv Bomb Staff, Cadet Staff, A.P.S.A., Marshal Final German, Pres. Northern Virg and Sling Club. Jim arrived at the Institute on a hot afternoon to find several sergeants waiting for him — each having but one idea — to make it hotter. After the first few essential storms, however, he settled down in O-P-Q 4. The first year passed quickly; and Jim found himself the proud possessor of chevrons. Stars were to take a prominent place on his blouse, too, where they have since remained. When Finals came, Jim was again of the upper element, this time with a pair of sergeant chevrons. He decided to become one of the hay and gravy A. P. S. A. ' s; after a successful year from which he emerged with first stand in Liberal Arts. The fall of ' 31 found Jim an easy-going O. G. Since then he has kept his high standing, both in his academic work and in the hearts of his brother rats. He talks now of entering fair Harvard, but regardless of where he goes, we know that he will always be the same old pal — loyal to 32 and to each of his brother rats. It ' s been swell being with you, Jim. The best of luck! Nertz! a Matriculated 1927 Born 1908 Rollie Earl Leach B.S. in Civil Engineering Radford, Va Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Eat AY Football Squad, Kentucky Club, Beta Club, A.S.C.E. First Class — Pvt. Co. ' lih,, ;, Rat Football Squad Second Class — Pvt ice Pits. Rifle and SI Co. Third Class — Coi-p. Co. ' B , Football Squad, Roa Club, A.S.C.E., O. G. ' s. Many, many years ago, the Institute received a tremendous blessing in the shape of our Shadow. His presence being so obvious, it was only a very short lime before he attracted all kinds of attention. Shadow was an ideal Third Classman. Finals found Shadow involved in a mess of those damned Liberal Arts subjects to such an extent that he gladly turned to engineering as his life ' s work, and his third year at the Institute was given almost entirely to his studies. After what might be called a most successful summer spent at the Infantry summer resort, Shadow came back with the full authority of an 0. G. Again football received his support, but this time in the capacity of rat coach, assistant to Dave Miller. Week-end furloughs found him going regularly to visit that little bundle of joy down home. In all respects it has been a great year for him. Shadow ' s common sense and steadiness have made him one that we all can turn to when the going is rough. Possessing those qualities which mark a real man, he is dear to the hearts of all his classmates. The time has come for parting; yet, we will always think of you as a true friend and a great fellow. Well, she is not bad. Shelbyville, Ky. Cavalry Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. E , Kentucky Clulj, Eat Football, Rat Boxing, Eat Track. Third Class- Corp. Co. C , Kentucky Club. Second Class — Q. M. Sgt. Co. C , Kentucky Club, Se Finance Committee, A.S.C.E., Fifty Million Keydets, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final F First Class — Capt. Co. C , Kentucky Club, Hop Committee, 1932 Bomb Staff, A.S.C.E., Busin Mgr. Dramatic Club, Chairman Floor Committee, Marshal Final German. Tyler arrived at the Institute that falal blue Monday in September, 1928, as fully confused and bewildered as any of the rest of us. The first month is still a complete blank; after that things went more smoothly; and despite the many inconveniences and difficulties encountered, we found him at Finals with corporal chevrons adorning his sleeves in recognition of the fact that he was a military machine. His Third Class year with its trials and tribulations, coupled with B. D. ' s calculus, was soon over; and at Finals the chevrons were moved up to the Q. M. Sergeant of C Company. Electing Civil Engineering, he set out to become one of Oley ' s proteges in the art of learning the mysteries and intricacies of building roads, bridges, etc. This, coupled with his various activities around barracks, took up a great deal of his time but always left plenty for various pleasures and long distance phone calls to Lexingt on, Kentucky. The beginning of his First Class year found him Captain of C Company and an all around Big Shot socially, and most emphatically, militarily. When Mopey enters the University of Hard Knocks, ' we know we will hear of him doing big things and so we are wishing you, Mopey, all the luck in the world. Sure, I ' ll take a date with her. i ff Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 John Newton Lyle t.S. in Civil Engineering ' Johnny, Photo-Electric, Fuse-Blower Atlanta, Ga. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Rat Boxing, Georgia Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. D , Exchange Editor Cadet, Georgia Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. D , ' 32 Finance 1 Committee, Cadet Staff, Intramural Golf Champion, Archie Club, Georgia Club, A.S.C.E. First Class — Pvt. Co. D . Hop Committee, Cadet Electrician, Cadet Staff, Chief Motion Picture Projectionist, Archie Club, Georgia Club. Mister, where in hell are you going with those golf clubs? Well, you see, sir, me an Bobby Jones — thus Johnny blew into V. M. I. Somehow he managed to wiggle in a little golf between the storms of the rat year, until today he finds himself the school champion. Although more a student than a military dick, corporal ' s chevrons as well as stars disfigured his sleeves next year. At this time his streak of real genius cropped out ; he had a yearning to run picture shows and fix lights in barracks! As the financial wonder of the class, Photo ' didn ' t have much time to waste on the chevrons and stars, which he kept during his third year. He jumped into the water with Olie ' s boys and has been jumping ever since. As a First Classman our boy couldn ' t understand what difference a structure made, anyway. A damned nuisance, I call ' em. But whatever he does you can bet he ' ll put out and do it with a will, just as he has done everything at V. M. I. So long, Johnny, you are leaving a hole that will take a good man to fill, and your brother rats wish you all the luck in the world. Oh boy, what a babe I got! I don ' t care if I never get back to ' camp! hnwmnrf BQ DJ3 | w i ffl 4 I ' i i Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Orlando Wemple Lyle Bachelor of Arts Buck, Wemple, The Bird, O.W., Guome otball, Meridian, Miss. Infantry D , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Rat Football, Rat Boxing, Rat Baseball. B , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Varsity Boxing. Second Class — Pvt. Oo. ;ee Club, Varsity Boxing, A.P.S.A., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. B , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, A.P.S.A., O. G. ' s, Marshal Final German, This stalwart young blade, a denizen of that retrogressive state of Mississippi, was mysteriously wafted to this penal settlement for reasons unknown. We suspect that he is a political prisoner sent here by Governor Bilbo for some heinous crime. We have it on good authority that he was a model of propriety and that his moral derelictions were few during his days as a rat. His mind was likewise unperturbed during his harrowing days as a Third Classman. Then he became a member of that exclusive organization of Anarchists and Dutchmen known as the Liberal Arts. Buck soon demonstrated his gigantic intellect by reading An American Tragedy and True Confessions at the same time, understanding neither of course. Casting levity aside, he was a shining light in the Queen ' s history courses. After being warned by the authorities to quit being a bolshevik, Buck did settle down during his First Class year to some real work (on Saturdays and Sundays) becoming a source of pride to all who knew him. We feel confident that he will amount to something in the world of civilian life; just what we do not know. Put away the salt and pretzels. ;r«C ImvmwIR ' BQiPg Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Frank Stout McCall .S. in Chemistry ' Max, Buck ' Savannah, Ga. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pit. Co. D , Georgia Club, Intramural Boxing. Third Class — Pvt. Co. D , Georgia Club, Intramural Tennis. Second Class — Pvt. Co. D , Georgia Club, Intramural Tennis, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. D , Georgia Club, Intramur al Tennis, Marshal Final German, O. G. ' s. Max blew into the Institute new to the military game, and so he had some difficulty at first in trying to acquire a military bearing. But the spirit with which he weathered it, always with a smile, branded him in the hearts of bis brother rats as a darn good fellow. As a Third Classman, this lad from Jawga went through all opponents in the intramural tennis, coming out first. He managed to conquer his academic work, too, but he never did win the coveted chevrons. Deciding that chemistry offered the greatest opportunity for his genius, he became a seeker after knowledge of Old Rat ' s elusive molecules. While at R. O. T. C. camp the fair sex occupied most of his spare time, and many tales are told of his wanderings in Bel Air, Maryland. The start of the First Class year found our Max still minus the officer ' s insignia, and still wrestling valiantly with the involved mysteries of ' Old Rat. As a true brother rat, Buck will never be forgotten. His good-naturedness and sportsman- ship are his fine qualities, and we find it hard to say goodbye to such a pal as he. We wish him the best of luck, and we are confident he will succeed in whatever he does. Charles Laurence McGee Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 B.S. in Civil Engineering ' Gee Third Class — Corp. Co Honea Path, S. C. Field Artillery Club. Mac, Maggie, Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , S. C. Club, Eat Rifle Te; Varsity Rifle Team, Sniper Staff, Presbyterian Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. E , S. C. Club, Varsity Rifle Team, E Co. Rifle Team, A.S.C.E., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. E , S. C. Club, Varsitv Rifle Team, Captain E Company Rifle Team, A.S.C.E., D. T. ' s, O. G. ' s, Riding Team, Marshal Pinal German. In 1928, Maggie put his name on the dotted line. The rat year was tough, but Maggie consoled himself by saying, Well, I wanted to be a Keydet. In ' 29 we find our pal among the mighty Third Classmen, and with corporal chevrons, too. We cannot overlook the fact that he was an excellent rifleman and made a good academic standing. Another September we find our brother rat among those desiring to stick it out at the Institute. This year passed rather uneventfully for Mac and in June he cranked the Chevy for the trip to Fort Hoyle. There at camp, all rules of army social etiquette were broken. Our private McGee fell for the Colonel ' s daughter. Camp ended, Mac then became a member of the First Class. This year he did splendid work in organizing and leading the Company Rifle Team, besides adding to the success of the Varsity Shooters. Old pal, it ' s hard to say goodbye to you because your friendship is one of our most treasured possessions, and we only wish we could do more to show our appreciation than wishing you all the possible luck, happiness and success that could come to any one man. Mr. O. G., Sir, is that letter postmarked Fort Hoyle? 1 1+ i In ' r Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 William Hamlin McNeal B.S. in Chemistry Billy, Slue-Foot, Willie Savannah. Ga. Cavalry Co. Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. I ' , Eat Football, Rat Basketball, Georgia Club. Third Class — C A ' , Georgia Club, Company Basketball, Sniper Staff. Second Class — Q. M. Sgt. Co. A , Vice- President Georgia Club, Company Basketball, Asst. Mgr. Varsity Basketball, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, O. R. P. ' s. First Class — Lieut. Co. A , President Georgia Club Comnanv Basketball, Cadet Staff, O. R. P. ' s, Gym Team, Marshal Final German. Billie McSqueal, the man from the south, does not smoke cigars. However, he is from the south as he calls Savannah his home town. No one can find out why he came to V. M. I.; in fact, one wonders why he did not go to the U. of Georgia, from the way he takes up for it. Willie was the acme of perfection when it came to be a running rat and was rewarded at Finals for his hard work by being made a corporal. Mac came back his Third Class year with stars shining on his sleeves. He worked laboriously on B. D. ' s calculus and got by that tough subject. He resolved he ' d not meet up with calculus again, so he became a member of Rat s squad of gravy-riding chemists. Slue-foot came back his Second Class year sporting Q. M. Sergeant ' s chevrons. He turned out to be a Strumming Romeo, for who doesn ' t remember him in Fifty Million Keydets ? The summer following his Second Class year was spent at Fort Myer where he received special recognition. We hate to say goodbye, Willie, for you ' ve been a good pal. Here ' s in life and we know you ' ll keep up the good record made at ye Olde Instytute. Nertz, Damnit! visning you success hmnfwvw fe B I im ' I Matriculated 1928 Bom 1910 Robert Jack Manning B.S. in Chemistry Jack, Hero Gallup, New Mexico Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Sons-of-Fathers Chili, Fencing Club, Episcopal Club, West of Mississippi Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. F , Sons-of-Fathers Club, Episcopal Club, West of Mississippi Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. F , Sims-of-Fathers Club, Episcopal Club, West of Mississippi Club, Fencing Team, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. F , Sons-of-Fathers Club, West of Mississippi Club, Fencing Team, O. G ' . ' s, Marshal Final German. In September, 1928, Jack ' arrived in the metropolis of Lexington and matriculated at the West Point of the South. His previous knowledge of military came in handy and, although he went around the First Captain ' s room his share of times, he was by no means gross. At the end of his rat year Jack had a very high academic stand, in fact he barely missed the coveted stars. During his Third Class year Jack again distinguished himself in his studies. He managed to stay out of the troubles that beset most Third Classmen and about mid-year his ability along military lines was recognized and he became a corporal. At the beginning of his Second Class year, Jack elected to follow Ole Rat ' s course and hence he spent many hours at night in Doc ' s laboratory and on the rock pile. Chemistry was just so much duck soup to him and he had no trouble with his classes. At the beginning of his First Class year, Jack was back at the old Institute wearing stars and still leading the chemistry section. His help on Ole Rat ' s course has aided many Chemists to get their dip. Jack, it sure is hard to say goodbye. We know you will have success in anything you undertake, but anyhow we, your brother rats, want to wish you a long, happy, and prosperous career. Say, that electricity must be a crip course. ;kc fmwvraff BQXDB Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Arthur W. Marklis B.S. in Civil Engineering Art, Kingflsli Hyde Park, Mass. Field Artillery Yankee Club. Third Class- Second Class — First Sgt. Ci ander, Monogram Clul Co Fourth Class — Captain Rat Football. Rat Wrestling Team, Rat Track Tean Corp. Co. E , Monogram Club, Varsity Wrestling Team, Yankee Club. E , Monogram Club, Yankee Club, A.S.C.E. First Class — Battalion A.S.C.E., O. D. ' s, Pres. Yankee Club, Pres. New England Club. Here is the man par excellence: large, smiling, athletic, and bashful. Art came to the Institute fired with determination, and worked hard his rat year. He was chosen captain of the rat football team, made himself a place on the wrestling team, and June brought the cherished chevrons of a corporal. The Third Class year found him with a regular place on the football team, and, despite Calculus and Physics, Art came through successfully, acquiring the sash of a first sergeant and the name of Kingfish. Stripes and more stripes. It is the First Class year, and Art is Battalion Commander, but nevertheless he spent most of his time studying structures and playing football. His pleasing presence at the Archie banquets was a joy to all who attended. Kingfish, you have won a place in the hearts of your brother rats which cannot be replaced. They will all remember you as a true and loyal friend, who always had a smile and a cheerful word for them. Old pal, we know that you will come through with streaming banners to a future of success and renown. We salute you as the man we would like to be. Women don ' t bother me, boy, I ' m rugged! ;rc hfrnrnwR BQiDB fi Matriculated 1928 Eorn 1911 James Green Martin, IV Bachelor of Arts Jimmy, Route-Step, Yes, I Know!, What a Man ' Norfolk, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F . Rat Football Squad, Rat Boxing Squad, Rat Track, Fencing Squad, Norfolk Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , Cross-Countrv Team, Boxing Squad, Cadet Staff, Sniper Staff, Norfolk Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. E , Boxing Squad, Cadet Staff, Costume Mgr., Fifty Million Kevdets, Norfolk Club, Archie Club, A.P.S.A., Marshal Ring Figure. First Class — Pvt. Cu. E , O. G. ' s, Norfolk Club, Archie Club, Asst. Editor The Bomb, Cadet Staff, Cross-Country Squad, Track Squad, A.P.S.A., Wallowhatoola Club, Marshal Final German. Good ol ' Jimmy, what a great brother rat he has been ever since he put his name on that little dotted line signing away his freedom. ' What a Man plunged into rat life with all the enthusiasm of a red-headed man, participating in many sports, visiting Q2 and proving a good student. September found him wearing corporal chevrons and a step higher in his classmates estimation. This year Jimmy budded out as a literary whiz making the staffs of both the Cadet and the Sjiiper. The following year saw him engrossed in school activities and keeping his eye on the military end, as attested by his sergeant s chevrons. During his six weeks at Fort Hoyle, Jimmy proved that he wa ' nt no slouch when it came to wimmin, by making everything in that line that came along. And now, in this last year, Jimmy has made a place for himself in the hearts of all of his brother rats. He has brought to a fine end four years of successful cadetship which are won only by grit, determination, and a never-failing sense of humor. We will miss you, Jimmy, as a congenial, faithful, and all around friend, but we know your way of doing things will lead you to a happy and prosperous life. 7 don ' t know whether I ' m in love or not. ;fiC jmvmwFf BQiBB [ Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Walter Norris Mason, Jr. U.S. in Civil Engine Mouse Norfolk, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Rat Boxing, Rat Baseball, Norfolk Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. F , Varsity Baseball, Monogram Club, Norfolk Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. F , Varsity Boxing Squad, Varsity Baseball, Monogram Club, A.S.C.B., Second Class Finance Committee, Marshal Ring Figure, Norfolk Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. F , O. (r. ' s, A.S.C.E., Hop Committee, Varsity Boxing Squad, Varsi ty Baseball, Monogram Club, Bomb Staff, Norfolk Club, Marshal Final German. One glance at the illustrated section of this page will quickly reveal to you why the barren walk of V. M. I. shook with joy when this curly topped, blushing, bashful Tidewater Apollo made his unobtrusive, though impressive, debut at the gates of Lexington during that ill-fated fall of 1928. In the spring this young man ' s fancy turned to more lofty enterprises and from that time on, he has proceeded to show his versatility as a moundsman of the highest calibre. He has added to his illustrious diamond enterprises by the adoption of the fistic art, and by continuous develop- ment arrived in the class of the first rate leather pushers, until some tough Carolinian slipped a horse shoe into his glove and administered it to Mouse ' s chin one memorable night at Chapel Hill. However, it is not the pitching, boxing Mouse only that will linger in our memories, but rather a genial, good fellow, a capable student and a level headed companion who will flicker across our minds when we gaze in retrospection during the autumnal years of our lives at our brother rat, Mouse Mason. You ' re a liar. Matriculated 1928 Bom 1910 Harold Bernard Massey Bachelor oj Arts Howard, H. B. San Diego, Calif. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Intramural Wrestling, Yankee Club, West of Miss. Cluh. Third Class — Pvt. Co. F , Sniper Staff, Owl Club, Intramural Wrestling, West of Miss. Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. F , Associate Editor Cadet, Marshal Ring Figure. Marshal Final Ball, West of Miss. Club, In- tramural Wrestling. First Class — Pvt. Co. F , Assistant Editor Cadet, O. B. ' s, Marshal Final German, Captain Riding Team, West of Miss. Club, D. T. ' s. Four years ago a young Missourian who had to be shown passed through the arch, and soon thereafter was shown fourteen good reasons why he should have closed a Third Classman ' s windows. H. B., however, took it standing up, and didn ' t pass the buck. Twenty-nine witnessed Massey ' s famous crash of Lexington society. This was really a break for the fair sex, for his parlor antics would fill any young lady ' s afternoon with pleasure. During his Second Class year he was distinguished in several L. A. subjects, wrote a column each week for the Cadet, and spent his spare time in the spring at trick bareback riding on the monkey team. He was a good monkey. too. and was elected captain of the ' 32 team. This year, although he migrated to California, he maintained the high quality of his bull, and in consequence became a bigshot on the Cadet Staff. He had numerous duties as Assistant Editor and baseball writer, a task he performed exceptionally well. Well, H. B., old boy, you have been the kind of a brother rat that we all wanted to be, always reliable, friendly, and cheerful. In saying goodbye we wish you the best of all that God and man have to give. wish to h they ' d put some heat in this room. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Simon Joseph Mergenhagen B.S. in Electrical Engineering Scoby, Grendel Buffalo, N. Y. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Eat Football Squad, Rat Basketball, Eat Track, Rat Baseball. Third Class — Corp. Co. A , Varsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, Monogram Club, Yankee Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. A , Assistant Manager Football, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, Varsity Track Squad, A.I.E.E. First Class — Pvt. Co. A , Manager Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Track, Varsity Baseball, Dramatic Club, New York Club, A.I.E.E., O. G. ' s. Just why S ' coby came all the way from Buffalo to the Institute unheralded, and a stranger, no one knows. This condition did not prevail long, however, for he soon came to the attention of his brother rats through his huge size, athletics, and likeable personality. He emerged from his rat year with chevrons adorning his sleeve. Scoby V third class year was destined to be a continuation of what he started. He made his monogram in basketball and was a member of the baseball and track squads. His Second Class year was much the same as any other Second Class year, but more exciting due to his friendship for Betty M. Coming back as a First Classman from Fort Myer, Scoby undertook and fulfilled that difficult position of manager of football. Had it not been for a football injury that he received before he came here Scoby would have been just as active on the gridiron as he was on the basketball floor, and ball diamond during his four years with us. We are watching you, Scoby. and whenever we have a big laugh, we ' ll remsmber the times you used to instill laughter into our dreary lives. Boy! Luck to you. told her for a job, and she asked me no. Matriculated 1928 Born 1912 Lewis Nelson Miller B.S. in Chemistry Brandy Station, Va. Field Artillery ' Big Head, Monk, ' •H. B., ' Louie, Major Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Northern Va. Club, Wrestling Squad, Rat Football. Third Class — Corp. Co. D Northern Va. Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. D . Northern Va. Club, Boxing: Squad, Pres. L.O.A.P., O.R.P., D.T. ' s. First Class — Pvt. Co. D , Northern Va. Club, Boxing Squad, Pres. L.O.A.P., O.R.P., Pres. O. «. Association, Honor Court, General Committee, Moe Club, D.T. ' s, L.H.I. Club, Banquet Committee. One bright September morning Lewis came down to Lexington from Brandy, Virginia, to enter the portals of the Institute; he had high hopes of military glory, and his Third Class year found him a corporal in the boy scout company. As a Third Classman, Lewis followed the steps of big brother and rose high as a soldier. As a Second Classman Lewis found ' 32 off pledge and then began a big year. The L. O. A. P. ' s were organized and Lewis became Big Head. Lewis ended his Second Class year in a blaze of glory as ' 32 saw the best Finals yet. A camp with the help of L. C. R-, the sights of Baltimore, Washington, and all nearby towns were taken in, including Bel Air, Md. With echoes of The Beach and Camp in his ears, Lewis came back for his First Class year to be President of the 0. G. s and gain the reputation of being a dog with the women. The best of luck we wish you in parting, Big Head. We could have had no better pal nor brother rat than you. ' ' Let ' s go Greekin. A r n hj o w v x i 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 sr u iH a i T i i _U Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 George Henry Mittendorf B.S. in Civil Engineering Mitt, Mitty, Heimer ' Ironton, Ohio Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. ] Club, Company Basketbal Kevdets, Asst. Mgr. Tra O. (i. ' s, Yankee Club, See. Yankee Club, Company Basketball. Third Class — Pvt. Co. B , Yankee Second Class— Sgt. Co. B , Yankee Club, A.S.C.E., Fifty Million Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , eas. Rifle and Sling Club, A.S.C.E., Co. Basketball, Marshal Final German. One hot September day in 1928, Ironton sent its favored son to take his place among the gray- clad cadets. As a rat in F Company, his most vivid memory seems to be of his nightly sprints around the parade ground for dropping his rifle at parade. September after his rat year found Mitty an easy going Third Classman in the Hay-Team ' company, but he was anything but lazy, entering into all kinds of sports and being a member of one of the higher sections. The following year George became a midnight oil burner Civil Engineer and joined the upper element as a sergeant. After a most glorious summer at camp, George returned to finish his military career, being a member of the 0. G. ' s and one of Buzz ' s model productions. As a lady s man, George has few equals. As a student his record speaks for itself. As a brother rat, he fills the bill in every respect; there is nothing Mitt ' wouldn ' t do to help a friend in need; and in parting with you, old fellow, we are leaving one of the best of boys. But we know that wherever fortune takes you, the success of your cadetship will follow and remain with you always. God bless her little heart. hfwwww ®QTOl Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Fourth Class — P Dramatic Club, gram Club, Eootl Class Vice-Pres., Cadet Staff, A.P.8.A. ' Johnnie, ' John C. Monks, Jr. Bachelor oj Arts ' Cherry, George White, Monkeyjohn Pleasantville, N. Y. Cavalry Yankee Club, Mo i. B , Rat Football Squad, Rat Box _ Class — Corp. Co. C , Class Vice-Pres., Honor Court, General Committee, Mono- quad, Boxing Team, Dramatic Club, Yankee Club. Second Class — Sgt, Co. A , ir Court, General Committee, Monogram Club, Director Fifty Million Keydets, ' First Class — Pvt. Co. A , Class Vice-Pres., Honor Court, General Committee, logra Club, Hop Committee, Cadet Staff, Bomb Staff, Annual Revue, A.P.S.A. To the Empire State the Class of ' 32 is indebted for the presence, friendship, and ineradicable stamp of honor with which Johnny Monks has endowed those fortunate enough to have been his classmates. The space, the time, and the faulty drippings of this pen are insufficient to describe justly a man of his capabilities. His were the words of a polished actor, his the ways of a suave gentle- man, his the thoughts of a conscientious scholar, and his were the smiles of a faithful friend. He was respected by all that met him, praised by all that taught him, and admired by all that knew him. The clouds of many a dreary enterprise were obliterated by his kindly wit. Above all, he showed on the athletic field and in the ring that he had that fundamental requisite of any encounter — honest-to-God guts. As we leave you, Johnny, we trust this is not goodbye. In the autumnal years of your life, you may be sure that whatever you might have is but a small part of that which ' 32 wished for you, and your name and picture will always be prominent among the shining stars on the horizon of our cadetship. Gawd, Fink — what an actor! Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Eugene Dwight Moody Bachelor of Arts Firefly, Gene Drexel Hill, Pa. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Rat Rifle ' — Pvt. Co. F , Cadet Assistant Libra] Librarian, Rifle Team. In September, 1928, there came to the Institute one Moody, from New Rochelle. N. Y. He soon mastered the intricacies of the rat system, and spring found him working with characteristic industry for a place on the rat rifle team. His Third Class year marked by the acquisition of the name of ' Firefly, ' ' earned when he used a flashlight during one of Professor Mendum ' s lectures. Shortly after his return, the powers that be graced his sleeves with corporal ' s chevrons. Moody ' s lack of mathematical sense led him to choose Liberal Arts in his Second Class year, and Colonel Ford rewarded him by appointing him assistant librarian. This year also found him with a regular place on the rifle team. His trip to summer camp was somewhat spoiled when an army surgeon deprived him of his R. O. T. C. status on account of hay fever, of all things. During his First Class year Moody retained both his library post and his position on the rifle team, and we find him working even harder for the coveted sheepskin. We all wish Moody the best of luck as we part. With the earnestness which is characteristic of him we know he will make his mark in the world. Randle Thomas Moore, Jr. Matriculated 1928 B.S. in Chemistry Shreveport, La. Born 1910 Shorty, Randle Infantry Fourth Class- Second Class- L.O.A.P., C.F -Pvt. Co. C -Pvt. Co. B , O.Gr. ' s Associa , Louisiana Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. B , C.F. C.F., L.O.A.P., D.T., Louisiana Club. First Class — Pvt tion, Louisiana Club. Louisiana Club. Co. B , D.T., A seriousness of purpose very difficult to detect combined with a peaceful and fun-loving personality go a long way in the make-up of one of the best brother rats we have — Randle Moore. The seriousness we most often notice in Randle comes over a most attractive brunette-headed feature of Shreveport; if we want to stand in the good graces of Randle, we drop in to talk with him about Fifi. There are many things about the boy to arouse envy in others. For all the fun he has had, for all the bridge he has played, for all the novels he has read, for all the ??, we envy him. We wonder most, though, how he has done so well academically with the most nonchalant of attitudes toward study. Randle has never been the ' glad hand and smile type of friend, but he has been known for his own individual friendliness to all and the things he will do for his friends. In athletics, although he has never earned a monogram, he has been a constant participator. Randle as a brother rat has been all that we could have wanted; as a scholar, admired for his ability and the fullness of his mind; as a friend, nothing less perfect. His qualities make for success and happiness; we know he will attain both. Boy, I ' ve got it bad — for that baby! ■ Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Thomas Jefferson Moore, Jr. B.S. in Electrical Engineering Gigolo, Tommy, Ruler Wilmington, N. C. Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Eat Wrestling Team, North Carolina Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. B , C.F., North Carolina Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , L.O.A.P., A.I.E.E., D.T. ' s, Second Class Finance Committee, C.F., North Carolina Club, Fifty Million Keydets. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , O.G. ' s, A.I.E.E., D.T. ' s, Hop Committee. L.O.A.P., North Carolina Club, Marshal Final German. The monk whose picture appears just above gave up his real calling (to be a college boy — Tarheel) and on encountering the many trials and tribulations of a newly cadet, he realized his mistake. Here Tommy ' s overabundance of good humor came to the rescue, however, and enabled him to sail easily through that first awful year. Through some mistake, which he never understood, Tommy found chevrons awaiting him at Finals, so he joined the Infantry to make up for the error. To sum up his athletic career, we need only mention Blackstone and a water bucket. As a Third Classman, ' Tommy did his share of work, which was shown by his ability to solve B. D. s daily D. ' s and work Monk ' s prablems. Indeed so proficient did he become in this line that the fall of his Second Class year we found him among those ambitious enough to think they would pass electricty. Here Tommy was faced with a real problem: how could he remain a member in good standing of the L. O. A. P. ' s and still pass his courses? On top of all this, the dances found Tommy not with one girl but with several. What a gigolo! Now as a First Classman, all his hardships were over. His greatest trouble came in deciding which one to have up. Always smiling and singing, Tommy has finally reached the once far- away goal. You have no need to worry; you ' ll always be right there, boy; and we ' re going to miss you. I ' m going to come oat and get you in about three months, you rascal! Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 -Pvt. Charles Moyka B.S. in Civil Engineering Charlie Floral Park, L. I., N. Y. Infantry Squad. Third Class — i , Yankee Club, New Club, New York Club, Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Yankee Club, Presbyterian Club, Rat Rifle Tear Pvt. Co. B , Yankee Club, Presbyterian Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. York Club, A.S.C.E., Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. B , Yanke A.S.C.E., O. K. ' s, Marshal Final German. With Sing Sing so near, we wonder what caused Charlie to come so far, but he did, and his smiling countenance and cheery words have made life more pleasant for all around him. Always ready to help those not so gifted as himself, and never letting anything interfere with his nights ' rest when hay time arrived, it is remarkable that this light-hearted lad has made the grades his report cards show. Charlie now possesses the coveted stars. Why the first stand man in military science has not worn chevrons is a mystery to all except, perhaps, Charlie himself, and it has bothered him not in the least. With the days drawing near when we will no longer be Keydets, there comes a time when we stop and think of the days that will be; that Charlie will be successful in his chosen field, Civil Engineering, there is no doubt, and all of his brother rats as well as members of the other classes are expecting great things from the hard-boiled Mr. Moyka. Well, Charlie, life is before you; but remember, don ' t love but one girl at a time, and when the big event comes off, we ' ll be there. Aw, shucks, I can ' t do that. 4$ 1 1 1 1 1 n 1 1 1 mrnwJW BQiDii Matriculated 1928 Born 1912 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. Milton Mercer Neale, Jr. B.S. in Chemistry ' Slick, Smiling Lieutenant, Smokey Joe Third Class— Corp. Co. C . Second Class — Sgt. Co. Donora, Pa. Cavalry ri il i 1 r e -y! len ' , . ., As , s , t - Man  eer Varsity Baseball, Marshal Ring Vigor Class Lt. Co. C , Manager Rat Baseball, Marshal Final German, O.D. ' : shal Final Ball. First From a part of Pennsylvania, subtly referred to by him as near Pittsburgh, came this boy his knowledge of the customs and life here being nil. However, before long he was fully aware 01 the kind of life he was to ead. His rat year, though discouraging at times, turned out greatly to his advantage. Slick had been running that year and at Finals he received one of the higher corporalships. ° From then on, Neale has been attempting to weather th- work before him. He chose Chemistry as his best bet, and they haven ' t been able to stop him. In the military line, he has proven very eihcient from every viewpoint and for that reason he has earned the title, Smiling Lieutenant When this boy is at his best, though, is at the Hops. Smokey Joe, as he is sometimes affection- ately called, is the possessor of a very good voice. This he demonstrated to us by his performance in last year s Second Class show and by the fact that he has been a member of a local choir for two years. Slick  ' our respect and esteem for you is beyond the expression of mere words. The entire class wishes the best of luck to a loyal friend and a prince of companions. 1 Go I idness Gruciou ■4 n .s. ' WMMwammMnmm - IHIIH CVaJ _, hi a t%j ' wt ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ • ■ w i r u Tea _ Lynchburg, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Lynchburg Club, A.M. A. Club, Presbyterian. Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , Cadet Staff, Designer Class Seal, Secy-Treas. Lynchburg Club, A.M. A. Club, Dramatic Club, Presbyterian Club. Second Class — Battalion Sgt. Major, Ring Committee, Bomb Staff, Asst. Mgr. Football-Basketball, Vice-Pres. Lynchburg Club, A.M. A. Club, A.P.S.A. Dramatic Club, Fifty Million Keydets, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — 1st Lieut. Co. E , Editor-in-Chief The Bomb, Cadet Staff, Pres. Lynchburg Club, Presbyterian Club, Pres. A.M.A. Club, O. D. ' s, Dramatic Club, A.P.S.A., Marshal Final German. A deep respect for the better things of life and a knack for getting things done have been two of the outstanding characteristics of Joe Neikirk. A seriousness of purpose, intermingled with an appreciative humor and a willingness to favor whenever possible, has been the foundation of his achievement at V. M. I. Much of Joe ' s attention has been devoted to military work done with a sincerity and con- geniality which has made him a popular officer. With but seemingly little effort his work academi- cally has always remained on a high plane; Joe ' s extra curricula activities have for the most part been in fields of art in which he is unusually talented. From his first drawings in the Sniper we recognized that talent ; now that he has drawn the design for our rings and edited the Bomb, we realize more than ever the abilities of our brother rat. As a man of marked faculties in many different lines of endeavor, as a likeable chap with a heart filled with thoughts of goodness for all, as a cadet whose records speak his success, and as a brother rat whose conduct and personality have brought pride and delight to all of us — on this page we honor you, Joe Neikirk. 0 ' MM Matriculated 1930 Born 1912 Philip Page Nelson B.S. in Civil Engineering Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , Tidewate ii , O. W. ' s, A.S.C.E., Marshal Final G Phil, P. P. Club. A.S.C.E., Marshal Pinal Williamsburg, Ya. Infantry all. First Class — Pvt. Co. It is indeed hard luck for our class that we cannot claim Phil as a brother rat but he spent two preparatory years at William and Mary before entering the Civil Engineering Depart- ment as a Second Class Rat. Maybe some think Phil got out of something by this step but his first year differed from ours not at all and he carried the additional load of Olie ' s complicated subjects. In spite of all this, Phil proved himself a brow, and June found him among those distinguished in academic work. It took Phil a month or so to get the hell raising out of his system, but as this year progressed he assumed the dignified role of a First Classman. With the ladies Phil has no equal, so that hops and holidays usually find him in feminine company. Phil this year con- tinued the high standard of his last year ' s work, and graduation finds him among the first to °-et that old dip. B ■diT- r ?? l ? e Wh w We have missed by not seeing more of y° u and S ettin g better acquainted, r-nil, old boy. We can see that great things are destined for you and it remains only for vou get them. tafwmn f ' BCKDB Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Alfred W. Noble ..S. in Chemistry •Mulie, Hard Bill, AT Richmond, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt Class — Corp. Co. ' Class — Pvt. Co. ' Million Kevdets, Pvt. Co. E , Mo Pinal German. Co. B , Eat Football, Hat Baseball, Richmond Club, Intramural Basketball. Third ' D , Richmond Cub, Varsity Baseball, Dramatic Club, Intramural Wrestling. Second E , Richmond Club, Varsity Baseball, Dramatic Club, Phi Yamma Club, F ifty O.R.P. ' s, Monogram Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — oogram Club, Hoodlums, Dramatic Club, O. G. ' s, O.R.P. ' s, Varsity Baseball, Marshal With a longing for the glamour of military and an irresistible desire to succeed, he launched his skiff upon the turbulent waters of a V. M. I. rat year, and before long his radiating sense of jollity, which proved such a source of amusement to his newly acquired brother rats, became unduly noticed by the not so humorous upperclassmen and from then on the fireworks commenced with rapid decision. With the mind of a general and the actions of a comedian his career as an officer was short lived because a few stripes were never sufficient to prevent his participation in any activitiy. As a chemist during his Second Class year, we noticed that Mulie ' s nature was assuming an aspect of seriousness, and he capped his academic wor k with a brilliant performance in baseball which netted for him a monogram. Anyone who ever came in contact with Mulie will always bear a lingering memory of that indistinguishable twinkle in his eye and that well-known million dollar smile. Noiv, ain ' t you ' prishative. Appomattox, Va. Infantry dets, Rat Box Keydets, Floating Ui Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Lynchburg Club, Dr Baseball. Third Class — Pvt. Co. F , Lynchbui B , ,,. ,, .,,,,.,, Baptist Sunday School Club. Second Class— Pvt. Co. B ' ; , Lynchburg Club, A.P.S.A., Floating Uni- versity, Business Sta.ft Cadet, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class— Pvt. Co. B , Lynchburg Club, A.P.S.A., O. G. ' s, Circulation Manager Cadet, Marshal Final German V M I Corn- On September 9, 1927, Appomattox ' s pride and joy matriculated at the portals of int of th e South. Probably his ambitions were to become a soldier and take up 1 b; c L. .,,,.. ,-...,.. rn,:.. i — „ • _i ii i i , ... . l the ' West -r Lee ' s defeat Obie has carried on well and earned the admiration and respect of alL. Poi in his home town It has been a pleasure to have known this old veteran of Virginia ' s foothills He was° quite L r at manipulating the ivory and earned a position as piano player on the Rambling Keydets his rat year. Chevrons didn ' t worry this drawling southerner so he settled down to studies after bein kept out by illness. His Second Class year saw him stepping up as a newspaper man and finally he ended on the C adet Staff. Obie, although he appears quiet and reserved has the calic worshipping him on their knees.  « A R ' , 9 ' T ' C- camp lle won fame as the W01 ' ld ' s greatest gate crasher at the University of Maryland dances. May you, old fellow, have the best of luck and success in life, because you always fight your battles to the last ditch and then not give up the ship. So, rat, and how we ' ll miss you! deserve it. You ' ll au revoir, brother ' Crusty, certify you don ' t think I ' m in love this time. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Council Wooten Oliver, Jr. Bachelor oj Arts Crusty, Burr-Head, Lord Mount Olive, N. C. Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , N. C. Club, Eat Football, Presbyterian Club, Rat Track. Third Class — Corp. Co. B , Secretary Presbyterian Club, N. C. Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. B , Vice-Pres. Presbyterian Club, Football Squad, Wrestling Squad, Phi Yamma Gammas. A.P.S.A., Marshal Ring Figure. First Class — Lieut. Co. B , President Presbyterian Club, A.P.S.A., N. C. Club, Football Squad, Marshal Final German. Our friend Crusty acquired the name Burr Head from the fact that he combed his hair straight up, but, in spite of that fact he emerged as one of Doddie ' s corporals at Finals. Crusty spent his Third Class year studying night and day. Consequently, he came out with a clean record and a high ranking sergeant at Finals. He flipped a coin and decided to be an artist. This course gave him more time to test his athletic ability and he showed the boys he could play football. At camp, Crusty ' showed the boys just how Beau Brummel did and had many girls wanting to marry him. He also became a high ranking member of the Whaler ' s Club. Crusty came back his First Class year with a lieutenantey, his miniature, and a dislike for women. After his many battles with History he came through with flying colors. Crusty, old pal, you ' ve been one peach of a boy, a good athlete, a ladies man, and a worker. If the future is determined by the past you are going to make a great success in life). Goodbye, good luck, and may you ever be the smiling lad you were at V. M. I. That dame carries her laurels O. K.; she looks like a young angel. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Henry Dumesnil Ormsby, Jr. B.S. in Chemistry Hank, Henery Louisville. Ky. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A . Kentucky Club, Rat Baseball Squad. Third Class — Corp. Co. A , Kentucky Clul). Second Class — Sgt. Co ' . A , Asst. Mgr. Wrestling, W.C.T.U., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Pinal Ball, Cadet Staff, L. W. B., O. R. P. ' s. First Class — Pvt. Co. A , Kentucky Club, Mgr. Varsity Wrestling, Marshal Final German, O. G. ' s, W.C.T.U., L. W. B., J.B.O.A., O.R.P. ' s. He came to the sticks of Lexington with that indefinable something which is so characteristic of the land of fast horses and beautiful women. His radiant personality reaped him many friends at the outset of his cadetship, and aside from the fact that he was continually falling in and out of the throes of another love affair, he saw as other cadets and did as other cadets. At the beginning of his Second Class year he decided to seek laurels in the field of chemistry and did a noble job of it for two years. He won the position of Manager of varsity wrestling and kept himself busy cavorting about ' A Company in the capacity of an inspiring sergeant. His First Class year brought about a great change in his mode of living inasmuch as he completely swore off all women. Such was the fruit of a disillusionment. Hank never made much noise, but bis presence was always felt in any group, gathering or activity in which he was present. We bid you adieu, Hank, ' and know that in the days to come your accomplishments will prove a memorable tribute to those who were fortunate enough to have been your classmates. don ' t get a letter in three weeks — ' wait three more. Matriculated 1928 Bom 1912 Robert L. Ould B.S. in Electrical Engineering Lynchburg, Va. Infantry m. Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B . Third Class — Pvt. Co. Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, Lvnchburg l Marshal Final German, A.I.E.E., Lynchburg Club. In ' Monk we have a man as true, as worthy, and as deserving of the name brother-rat and friend as any man in the class of ' 32. Monk saw that everything is not gold that glitters in the military line and naturally Finals of his rat year saw his sleeves just as he wanted them to be — untarnished; and thus they have remained. He went down in the annals of the class as a typical Third Classman. The coveted honor of being a C. F. was his, and as such he did his share to uphold the customs of V. M. I. If there existed any opinions that Monk was lazy because of his affiliation with the Infantry, these were discredited when he elected Electrical Engineering as his line of endeavor. After spending six weeks at Fort Meade, Monk was back to climb the last rung. He made good his resolution not to get confined and to stay away from them bricks, as much as possible, and at the same time to convince Colonel And that he knew enough to deserve a sheep-skin. We regret that such a thing as graduation will put an end to our close association as brother tats although the separation will only increase our respect and liking for you and your easy- going ways, Monk. We wish you the best of luck and happiness. What the hell do 1 care? r Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 James Edward Oyler B.S. in Chemistry Jim, Jimmie, One Shot Roanoke, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Roanoke Club, Wrestling Squad, Eat Track Squad. Third Class — Corp. Co. D , Roanoke Club, Football Squad, Intramural Wrestling. Second Class — Sgt. Co. D , Roanoke Club, Football Squad, Asst. Mgr. Track, D. T. ' s, Intramural Wrestling, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. D , Roanoke Club, Mgr. Rat Track and Cross Country, O. G. ' s, D. T. ' s O R P. ' s Hoodlums, Marshal Final German. It was in 1928 that One Shot arrived in Lexington to receive a big reception from the Third Classmen at V. M. I. He was one of those running boys and at Finals came out on top with zero demerits and corporal chevrons. During his Third Class year we find him a member of the varsity football squad, a wrestler of no mean ability, and a brother rat that made many friends. Finals again and One Shot again stands high in his class, and continues wearing chevrons. At the beginning of his Second Class year Jim decided to join the test tube boys and become a famous chemist. He decided that he no longer cared for chevrons so as Finals roll around we find him just one of the boys. At last a First Classman and we find him manager of the rat cross country and track team, and a member of the O. G. ' s football team. Well, Jim, in your life here, you have more than proven your merit as a man, and your unlimited number of friends speak of your personality and friendship. We wish you all the happiness and luck that could possibly come to any man. One time won ' t hurt nobody; no, not much. Matriculated 1928 Born 1912 Donald Gordon Patterson White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. B.S. in Chemistry Cavalry Pat Rifle Team, West est Virginia Club, arsitv Rifle Team, Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , West Virginia Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. Virginia Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. A , Asst. Mgr. Varsity Rifle Te Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Pinal Ball, O.R.P. First Class — Pvt. Co. A , O. U. ' s, West Virginia Club, Marshal Final German, O.R.P. Pat came to us with the idea that V. M. I. was a college — one of those places where there are rugs on the floor and pennants on the walls; and since he arrived later than most of his brother rats, he stayed in the limelight for quite a while. But he passed through that trying year with credit and emerged with one stripe on his sleeve and a feeling of importance. His Third Class year was like most Third Class years — rather hectic and that ' s not all; he loved to fall off horses, so he joined the cavalry. He came back his Second Class year with a determination to be a chemist, so he became an 0. R. P. Finals came and ' Pat went off to camp in one of these Rolls-Royce automobiles — putting on the dog for some general ' s benefit. And even yet he ' s sort of secretive about all those dates he had with those famed Washington beauties. At last an O. G., with a cape and everything. Maybe he was important before, but you should have seen him then. To date, he has had two major passions, banquets and waitresses, especially waitresses. But even with these, he ' s been doing good work, making friends, and striving for that diploma. We know Pat will do well. Aw, do I have to groom a horse? B HDJ3 Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Walter Thweatt Payne B.S. in Electrical Engineering Walt, Stone-Puss Norfolk, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Norfolk Club, Episcopal Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. D , Norfolk Club, Episcopal Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. D , Norfolk Club, A.I.B.F., Episcopal Club. Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, Gvm Team. First Class — Lieut. Co. D , Norfolk Club, Executive Committee A. I. E. E., Episcopal Club, Gym Team, P. L. P., Marshal Final German. Walter ' s first shocks of rat-hood didn ' t perturb him to any great degree; instead he began to learn in earnest the duties and restrictions of a rat. So he passed his first year with a good record and few sheenies. Walter ' s rise in the military line began when his name was read out at the final formation under the list of corporals. The Third Class year, Walt showed B. D. that Calculus wasn ' t so hard, and ended the year well up in his class, and with bis chevrons moved up to the shoulder. The field of electricity offered the greatest appeal to Walt, so his Second Class year was spent checking figures on a slip stick. Many nights he spent cheerfully explaining the mysteries of electricity or B. D. ' s integral to the boys. The year ended with a bang for Walter. He found himself at the top of his section, the only man with the coveted stars; also he had advanced in a military line to a Lieutenant. During his First Class year, Walter continued his good work and made firm his position as one of the most likeable chaps in his class. For him we all wish only happiness and success. Come to Norfolk, Jack, and I ' ll show you some real honies! Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Joe Alan Phillips B.S. in Electrical Engineering Salem, Va. Field Artillery ' Joe ' Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , Piedmont Club, Rat Track Team. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , Piedmont Club, Monogram Club, Varsity Track Team. Second Class — Sgt. Co. E , Monogram Club, Varsity Track Team, Asso. Editor Cadet, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, Piedmont Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. E , Monogram Club, Varsity Track Team, Executive Committee A.I.E.E., Engineering Editor Cadet, O. Gf. ' s, Piedmont Club. Let it be known that the Class of ' 32 bows down in respect to a gentleman who always got ninety in class, served two years as an officer, distinguished himself as a track star, contributed notably to school publications, and still spent ninety per cent of his time in the hay. Perhaps the most outstanding feature of Phillips character is his extraordinary ability to take one look at the most trying problem and proceed to solve it to everybody ' s satisfaction. Strangely enough, we almost lost ' Joe at the end of our Third Class year, but the lure of chevrons was too gieat and when noses were counted in September he was right there in the hay. What he did to the flutterers of Lexington will go down as one of the truly grjat achievements of a V. M. I. man. To bid you success, Joe, in the hackneyed manner, would be a waste of time. You ' ve too much good in you to get anything but the best there is to offer. ' 32 will look back on good eld ' Joe ' Phillips with pleasure. He was always a conscientious student, a charming friend, and an upright gentleman. Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Charles Stuart Potter B.S. in Civil Engineering Buena Vista, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C . Third Class- Pvt. Co. D , Varsity Wrestling Squad, I Varsity Wrestling Squad, Mgr. Co. Rifle Te D , Varsity Wrestling Squad. Second Class- al Ball, A.S.C.E. First Class — Pvt. Co. D ' A.S.C.E., Marshal Final German. Here is a boy, whose picture adorns this leaflet, that came from over the hills, hack in the countiy, Buena Vista, known to Keydets as Bu-ne, Reason for coming to V. M. I., absolutely none, except to be a soldier and carry a gun, the thing he did for four long years and an excellent soldier was he. Stuart learned to carry a transit, to draw pretty bridges, to sleep in Economics, and to copy numbers from a structure book, that to him and his dear brother rats meant nothing except the expression, the man did it in the book, so he took Civil. He didn ' t wear stars, gentlemen, if you please, he wasn ' t a remarkable engineer, but he was high potentate when the boys had different answers on a problem. The fact that Stugotts got the same answer made many a boy proud and easy in mind as to his max. Last, but not least, he is a big dog with the women. Especially the one who is known to say, Stuart is a dear friend of mine. In conclusion, may I join my brother rats in wishing him good luck and a pleasant future, for he is a darned good boy. ' Mason! 1 know nd well it ' s right! ;rc wmwvwFP BOiDB S Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 James Edwards Powell B.S. in Chemistry ' Jimmie, Moe, Cookie Danville, Va. Field Artillery B ' 11 Squad, Eat Boxing Squad, Piedmont Club, Rat Rifle Team. s. Piedmont Club, Sniper Staff, Rifle Team. Second Class — Archie Club, Rifle Team, O.R.P., Marshal Ring Figure, Mar.- E , Floating University. Archie Club, Pres. Piedmont Club, Fourth Class — P Third Class — Corp. Co. E , E Sgt. Co. E , Vice-Pres. Piedn shal Final Ball. First Class — P Cadet Staff, O.G. ' s, O.R.P. ' s. Hail! Beauty comes to the Institute, in the form of a large robust, handsome and blushing young man from Danville, who passed through the portals of the Institute, his eyes blurred by visions of martial glory. His Third Class year found him with the coveted chevrons of a corporal and his Second Class year found him still advancing in rank and making an earnest endeavor to absorb the lore of the alchemists. Came June and with those six weeks at Fort Hoyle. Here Moe performed his duties as a true soldier, learning to groom by detail and shining the Rolls Royce caissons with a smile that inspired all those around him. He will long be remembered for his famous cookie episode, and, if you don ' t believe this, ask Marklis. Camp over, Jimmie returned to Lexington and enjoyed a very successful cruise on the Floating University. Then came the First Class year with Jimmie a staunch and true member of the O. G. ' s and on the Cadet Staff. Old Rat ' s course was duck soup for Moe this year; he attended all the Archie banquets and was successful in all his endeavors. Here ' s luck to you in the future, Jimmie. You have been a pal. Perry, she is the most sensible girl I ever met. rr 3 James Earl Prothro Matr culated 1928 Wichita F alls, Texas Bachelor oj A rts Born 1911 Field A ' tillery Andy, Jimmy, ' Prothy, J. Earl Fourth Class — Cdt. Pv t. Cn. C , Texa 5 Club, T ennis Sqt ad. Third Class —Cdt Pvt. Co. ■ TV ' Texas Intra im ral Wrei time Second Class — Cdt. Pvt. Co. I) ' , Tex is Club. In Cadet Staff, Marsha King F igure, Marshal Fi nal Ball, A.P.S.A. 1). T. ' s. —Cdt. Pvt. Cn D , Pres. Texas Club, Man aging Editor The Cadet, Se c. Bomb Staff , D. T ' s, O. G. ' s, Intramural Ten Soul of the artist, heart of Keydet and Texan, demeanor of the true gentleman and mind of the scholar go to make up Andy Prothro. A freedom of spirit founded on sincerity of conduct and purpose and the desire to be whole have formed in him a personality attractive and interesting: one that seals those bonds which ability first establishes. A brilliant and strict appreciation of the finer works of literature and music gives him that respect for creative work that is the mark of the true artist. He desires to be a rounded out human being interested more in beauty and life itself than in material success. He shows a liking for the mere process of thinking. Andy ' s work in the field of English Literature, on the Bomb and on the Cadet have been merely an outlet for his abilities. His creations show a depth of study and appreciation and indicate more and b etter to come. Andy is not lacking in a sense of humor and in bull sessions he has as much fuel for the fires of fun as for the furnace of thought. His only fault is his big heartedness ; he is always ready to help his friends. A cultured and trained mind and love for his fellow men will fill Andy ' s life with happiness and friendships. 1 can tell by your face that you ' re ly Otto Matriculated 1928 Born 1908 Edward Chase Rawson Bachelor of Arts ' Snowball, Otto, Ed Seattle, Wash. Infantry -Pvt Co. B , Rat Football Team, Rat Basketball Team, Rat Tr Football S(|uad, Basketball Squad. Second Class — Pvt. First Class — Pvt. Co ' . Snowball arrived at the Institute and soon won the position of quarterback on the rat foot- ball team. Next he turned his interests to basketball and made the team. With the close of winter sports, Rawson reported for track practice and gained prominence as a hurdler. His first year ended and Ed found himself with three numerals and corporals chevrons. As a Third Classman, Snowball made the first squad in football. His class work kept him loo busy to try basketball and track. As a Second Classman Rawson played in several football games as quarterback. When spring came, Ed made the track team and ended the season with a victory against V. P. I. He went to Camp Meade where he showed his ability as a marksman, both with rifle and pistol. His activity with the post belles was of some significance, too. Ed started his First Class year determined to accomplish more in an academic way. This he did, and with th e coming of spring, he made the track team as a high hurdler. Ed will be remembered for his winning smile, his ready wit, and his extraordinary ability to blush. We hate to see him leave for he has been a credit to our class. Couldn ' t get ' em in a bushel basket. 1 Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. Third Class — Corp. Co. Class — Q. M. Sgt. Co. mont Club, Intramura Baseball Squads, Mono James Montie Rea U.S. in Civil Engineering ' Jim ' Charlottesville, Va. Infantry CI Eat Football, Rat Boxing, Rat Basketball, Rat Baseball, Piedmont Club. Varsity Football, Basketball and Baseball Squads, Piedmont Club Second Varsity Football Basketball and Baseball Squads, Monogram Club Pied- 1K. First Class — 1st Lt. Co. B , Varsity Football, Basketball and Piedmont Club, A.S.C.E., Marshal Final German. Not so long ago a big butter and egg man from the farms around Charlottesville signed in as a permanent feature of the Institute. Little did we know we were getting such an oral artist. But outside of this, the young man showed up well in the Rat football lineup. Also he let his presence be felt as a boxer, basketeer, and a ball player, and Finals brought up a front row pair of stripes. Montie ' s Third Class year brought hard work in all his athletic and academic endeavors. His military prowess took a slight dip, only to be more than equalled at Finals, when the stripes moved up to give room for a diamond. The Second Class year gave him the coveted football award, but unfortunately the diamond faded to a mere bar, only to dust off into a first Looie ' s chevrons at Finals. Montie cast his lot with Olie, and around they went for the last two years, ably abetted by Buzz. The final year saw a repetition of football glory in improved fashion. We all hate to see you go. Montie, but we know you can always come through, and it has been a pleasure to have had the privilege of your friendship these four years. And a pig ' s ear. Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Leonard Pascal Roberts, III B.S. in Civil Engineering Norfolk, Va. Cavalry Bill, ' •House ' Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Norfolk Club, Rat Football Squad. Third Class — Corp. Co. C , Norfolk Club, Company Basketball. Second Class — Sgt. Co. C , Norfolk Club. A.S.C.E., L.O.A.P., Asst. Mgr. Football, Asst. Mgr. Basketball, Marshal Final German, Company Basketball, D. T.. First Class! — Lt. Co. C , Norfolk Club, Floor Committee, L.O.A.P., D.T., Mgr. Varsity Basketball, A.S.C.E., Marshal Final Ball, Company Basketball. As a rat Pascal was like the rest of us — an almost insignificant human known only by his intimate friends. But he didn ' t remain this way long; before the end of his rat year and throughout his Third Class year, we recognized in Pascal all the attributes of a real pal and brother rat. Academically his record has stood high. As a Civil Engineer he has all the indications of success. Socially, he has always managed to enjoy all of our activities and is already, in our opinion, quite accomplished in the art of creating favorable impressions among the fair sex. Militarily, he has steadily climbed from corporal to lieutenant and has made the type of neat-appearing and efficient officer which we cannot help but admire. We are proud to boast of Pascal; a consistently peaceful humor, a combination of fun and sincerity of purpose — each in their proper place — are to his credit. A happy life is inevitable. Hon- about a date with one of these women? ;ftC vmvmffl BQiDB s 1 H Matriculated 1929 Born 1910 Raymond Carrington Saunders B.5. r ' n Electrical Engineering Ray Richmond, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Richmond Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. E , Richmond Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. E , Richmond Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. E , Richmond Club, O. Cf. ' s, A.I.E.E., Fleecers Club, Cadet Staff, Bomb Staff. Not until Christmas did the Institute get little Ray in its clutches, but it made up for lost time and he more than proved his mettle during that hectic year. Somehow, his enviable record slipped past the eyes of the authorities and we find him back again as a chevronless Third Classman. Being still single and for lack of something better to do, ' Ray decided to finish at V. M. I., and that Thanksgiving he put on his ring — the goal of every Keydet and the symbol of true brotherhood. At camp his exploits in a model T were various and sundry and it was even rumored that he made a special trip to Baltimore on its account. As a First Classman, Ray came into his own. As the originator of the Fleecers Club, he held a place of distinction, and his nefarious dealings will never be forgotten. Well, so long, old pal! You ' ve been a true friend and a real Ray of Sunshine. We ' ve been proud to have had you as a brother rat, and know that when you get out into this old world, whatever might be your calling, you ' ll always come through with the goods. ' Nother day, ' nuther dolla ■ullion (lavs, million dollars. hftmmnw BCKDB I Matriculated 1927 Born 1910 Joseph Bolling Seay B.S. in Civil Engineering Lexington, Va. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Rat Football Squad, Rat Boxing Squad, Rat Track Squad, Sons-of-Fathers Club, Episcopal Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. C , C. F. ' s, Varsity Boxing Squad. Second Class — Pvt. Co. C , Asst. Mgr. Boxing, A.S.C.E. First Class — Pvt. Co: A , Mgr. Rat Boxing, A.S.C.E., O. G. ' s. Many, many years ago (so they tell me), the fall of 1927 to be exact, Bo decided to become a big, brave soldier. We first knew Bo as a Third Classman, and we all feared him. Still, when finals rolled around, we had all learned that he wasn t such a bad guy, after all. Bo started his Second Class year as an electrician, but he had hard luck and then harder luck, so that when finals came around, we found that he had become one of us. We welcomed him to our class as one of the gang. Fall came around again, and this time we found Bo trying his luck in the Civil Department. So far, he has had smooth sailing, and we predict that he is now on the road to success that one could reach only by the hardest work. Bo has always been a hard worker. He has shown it in everything he has attempted. In his studies, in boxing, and in his many love affairs; he has always stuck to the particular thing occupying his attention with bulldog tenacity. A man with such perseverance must be a success. Here ' s luck. Bo ; we ' re backing you. Slater, you ' re the damdest man. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 John Clifford Shell B.S. in Electrical Engineering Hampton, Va. Fidd Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Tidewater Club, Rat Wrestling Squad. Third Class — Corp. Co. A . Tidewater Club. Second Class — Sgt, Co. F , Service Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, A.I.E.E., Asst. Mgr. Football. First Class— Second Lieut, Co. F , Service Club, Cadet Staff, Pres. A.I.E.E., Marshal Final German. In the year of our Lord, 1928, one John C. Shell decided that the brass buttons and the gray uniform of the Institute were made for him. His first year was a tough one, but that didn ' t even faze our Johnnie. In fact, he came through so well that he was rewarded by a corporalcy at finals. His Third Class year A Company lost a good man and F Company received him with open arms and many guard tours. The Second Class year found ' Johnnie ' trying to figure out the various unknowns of electricity. As a sergeant he was very running and had decided to try to get in the Army. His First Class year found the first platoon of F Company under his guiding hand. He has friends beyond all power of counting and is highly respected by his brother rats. We can ' t quite figure out why he wants to join the army, but he ' ll make good as he always has. Intelligence, judgment, and courage such as Johnnie has will keep him going when others quit. So here ' s to Johnnie ; may he ever be honored, respected and loved as he has been here at the Institute! What ' s wrong with it? i u i I 4 B Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Tom Glascock Slater f.S. in Civil Engineering Upperville, Va. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Northern Virginia Club, Rat Football Squad, Rat Boxing Squad, Riding Team. Third Class — Corp. Co. ••A , Northern Virginia Club, C. F., Riding Team. Second Class — Sgt. Co. A , Northern Virginia Club, Company Boxing, Marshal Final Ball, Marshal Ring Figure. First Class — Pvt. Co. A , Lost Squad, O. G. ' s, Cadet Staff Marshal Final German. Slater, sir, Upperville, Virginia, near Warrenton, sir. Well, that doesn ' t excuse you, mister, come around to 321 at tattoo, you hear! And so it went. In spite of some attempts to make it otherwise, Tom ended the year in a blaze and was rewarded in June with chevrons. Maybe the less said about the Third Class year the better. After nearly stumbling in that maze of subjects. Tom caught his balance and finished well out in front — with sergeant ' s chevrons, too. Whether Tom took to Civil from the love of it or in order to have Overcoat ' s help is a much debated question. Nevertheless he spent most of his time either in the drawing academy or studying nature through a transit. At the Cavalry Pleasure Resort, Tom spent a little time following the horses but much more in beverage testing. This last year he seems more than happy with his membership in the time- honored association of O. G. ' s. Academically, nothing more need be said than that he has been a Civil Engineer in good standing. We have seen in Tom the highest type of a gentleman and a cadet and, as such, he has won our respect and admiration All the happiness and good luck in the world to you, Tom. Aw, Fletcher, leave me alone. Matriculated 1927 Born 1909 Ralph Peaster Sledge B.S. in Electrical Engineering Sledge Hammer, Rolf, ' Louise, Miss. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Mississippi-Tennessee Club. Third Class — Pvt. Co. D , Mississippi- Tennessee Club, Art Staff Sniper. Second Class — -Pvt. Co. B , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, Cadet Staff, A.I.E.E. First Class — Pvt. Co. E , Mississippi-Tennessee Club, A.I.E.E., O. G. ' s. He began his Institute career in a manner portentious of trouble, for he roomed with Seese, the lad with acquaintance with every one of the bricks. Rooming over Washington Arch, these men, and two others, engaged in the pursuits of bayonet throwing and general wrecking of furniture, so much to the detriment of their studies that all bulled out but the subject of this sketch. His Third Class year Ralph put less emphasis on the demolition racket, therefore remaining to become one of P-Foot ' s boys. Forced to part from his room-mates because Nifty the Nut and his gang exercised squatter rights over their room, he came to roost with your humble scribe, who, through close observations feels qualified to state authoritatively the following enlightening facts: The volume of his correspondence is tremendous — age, sex or color being no bar, takes all comers, no holds barred. His hair has never been observed in disorder — he probably gets up nights to comb it. Sludge possesses an ability nothing short of marvelous for slinging facts of dubious veracity. He saves every article that comes into his possession, from used matches to discarded banana peels, driving his room-mate nuts. No prophecy will be made concerning his luture success as an electrician, for he might end up a bartender, who knows? Oh yeah! lmmfvwvff£ 0 DB s Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Thomas Octivius Smith, III B.S. in Civil Engineering Birmingham, Ala. Field Artillery Tom, T. 0. ' Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Alabama Club, Rat Rifle Team. Third Class — Pvt. Co. A , Alabama Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. F , Alabama Club, A.S.C.E., Radio Club, Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. F , Alabama Club, A.S.C.E., O. G. ' s, Marshal Final German. Bearing down on the greater V. M. I. four years ago, T. 0. received a great surprise. Most any Saturday afternoon the pride of Birmingham could be seen hunting the elusive golden brick. Such a course he pursued throughout the stormy period and after an age the evils of rat-hood were no more and he emerged a Third Classman. The Third Class year proved to be another period of stress, although in a different sense. Academic courses now perplexed him, and these, along with social duties resulted in an active year. It was during his Second Class year that T. 0. found himself. Civil Engineering was his choice, and it was in this line that his talent lay. Culminating this year came camp and six weeks of army life, the monotony of which was broken only by nightly jaunts to the little house behind the big house. His First Class year he strove to make his mark and his efforts were finally rewarded by the coveted Dip. So, T. 0., knowing you as a true brother rat and a V. M. I. man, we hate to say goodbye, but in the parting Thirty-Two wishes you success in whatever you undertake and is confident that it will be yours. Get up, Bill! Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Edward Renn Stainback B.S. in Chemical Engineering Greensboro, N. C. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Dramatic Club, North Carolina. Club, Eat Baseball. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , Cadet Staff, Company Basketball, North Carolina Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. E , Cadet Staff, Marsha! Ring- Figure, Marshal Final Ball, A.C.S., North Carolina Club. First Class— Pvt. Co. E , O. (i. ' s, A.C.S., Marshal Final German, North Carolina Club. Ed saw a picture of a keydet parade and set his heart on being a uniformed darling. ' During those nine months of 1928-29, Ed suffered with the rest of ' 32; however. Finals came before long, and he returned to Greensboro with his heart thrilled at being an old cadet. During that summer something happened which vitally affected the tall brunette; he fell in — but you, gentle reader, have already guessed it. So great an inspiration did this little girl afford Ed that at makeovers corporal chevrons adorned his sleeves. In September, 1930, he again returned to barracks; this time to claim the chevrons of a sergeant. He liked rocks and test tubes so he picked ' Ole Rat ' s See can you do this Chemistry course. Ed decided he would rather be an 0. G. his First Class year and to these he loyally lended his help in the annual football classic. This boy can play a par game of golf and tell a fish story in such a manner as to make one believe it. He ' s a jewel in the crown of ' 32. Ed, we wish the same success you have enjoyed here will characterize your achievem nts in the battle of life. Old Rut ' s gonna foul me today. Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Samuel Vose Tallman B.S. in Electrical Engineering Buddy, Sarge Richmond, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , Rat Boxing. Rut Baseball. Richmond Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. E , Varsity Baseball Squad. Richmond Club. Second Class— Serg. Co. D , Business Staff Cadet, Asst. Mgr. Basketball, A.I.E.E., Vice-Pres. Army, Navy and Marine Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. D , O. G. ' s, Business Staff Cadet, Army, Navy and Marine Club, A.I.E.E., Marshal Final German. When the Class of ' 32 first entered barracks, there was among those present one from the hamlet of Richmond who arrived fresh from the farewells of many lady loves. During his rat year, Buddy was a pretty running mister and Finals brought him chevrons. His Third Class year he returned with his mind made up to take things as they came and since then has given small thought to the inconveniences of military life, although he became as adept at the well known pastime of griping as the rest of his brother rats. He returned for his Second Class year with chevrons proudly pushed up a notch, gaining him the sobriquet of Sarge. It was at Hoyle that ' Buddy really shone, displaying bis military genius in a truly astonishing manner. As a First Classman and guidon carrier of D company as well as a member of the Cadet Staff, he has also performed capably. Sarge has instilled himself in the hearts of his brother rats as a square shooter and a true friend and it is with saddened hearts that we bid him adieu; we know that he will be heard from later and that his just desserts will bring credit both to him and to the Institute. fOl vwwvww 1 Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Glenn R. Taylor B.S. in Civil Engineering Flash, Jew Charlottesville, Va. Infantry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. 0 , Rat Football Squad, Rat Basketball Squad. Rat Baseball Squad. Third Class — Pvt. Co. B , Varsity Football Squad, Varsity Basketball Squad, Varsity Baseball Squad. Second Class — Pvt. Co. B , Varsity Football Squad, Varsity Basketball Squad, Varsity Baseball Squad. First Class— Pvt. Co. B , Varsity Football Squad, Varsity Basketball Squad, Varsitv Base- ball Squad, Cadet Staff, A.S.C.E. Flash Taylor arrived in the city of Lexington one day to give the Institute the once over, and for the remainder of the year his views were limited, since that Mister had to look in one direction and fin out. Being able to take what is coming to every rat, Flash passed the year with an excellent record in conduct and studies. From that day ' til the termination of his First Class year, Glenn was an authority on money and math. Glenn spent his third and second class years in extensive study and intensive athletic endeavors, which gave him a high rating as a First Classman. From a glance at his record above we see he was constantly on an athletic permit, which is no mean tribute to his prowess along these lines. All his brother rats know him as Flash, because of that ever beaming smile and that ever present determination. He has the distinction of being without enemies, which will carry him through life with a happy and successful comfort. Glenn, you have at last reached that much worked for Sheepskin, and we know that you will achieve the finer things of life. Stuart, there ' s a deficit somewhere. hmmnmff BO DB Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Anton H. Thiermann, Jr. B.S. in Electrical Engineering Tony Richmond, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Episcopal Club, Hat Rifle Team, Rat Cross Country Team, Room Orderly 99-B . Third Class — Pvt. Co. E , Riehmond Club, Company Rifle Team, Sniper Staff. Second Class — Pvt. Co. E , Company Rifle Team, Riding Team, Marshal Ring Figure, A.I.E.E., Marshal Pinal Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. E , Cross Country, Company Rifle Team, Riding Team, A.I.E.E., O. G. ' s Association, Marshal Pinal German. Tony noted a remarkable phenomenon on his entrance into the Institute, for that first day was at least forty-eight hours long. Without a doubt, he was the happiest of our brother rats, and, naturally he came through a trying rat-hood, but disagreed with the Commandant too much to wear chevrons. During his Third Class year he considered rats a bother and devoted his entire time to calculus, physics, and correspondence. At the beginning of his Second Class year Tony decided to be one of the erg and ohm boys and this he did, his academic record being one of the highest in his class. Finals came around before we knew it and off he darted to Fort Hoyle. The days were long and the mosquitoes longer but the nights in and around Baltimore amply made up for it all. This year he got along fine in every way. Tony has successfully completed his researches into the mysteries of alternating currents meanwhile exercising his powers as an 0. G., and now finds himself the proud possessor of that hard-earned dip. Tony, we regret that we have known you for only four yeai ' S, but in this short time we have learned that you are a man among men, and that your undying loyalty, dependability, and all ' round ability is equalled by few and surpa ssed by none. Aw, to hell with this electricity, anyhow. Matriculated 1928 Bom 1911 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , S Pin Committee, Dramatic Club. Ring Committee, Dramatic Clu Second Lt. Co. E , South Cai James Cramer Thomson B.S. in Civil Engineering Tommy, Jimmy th Carolina Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. liper Start ' . Second Class — Q. M. Sgt. Co. Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, na Club, Dramatic Club, Marshal Final Gem Greenville, S. C. Field Artillery Tommy began his life as a keydet with the same seriousness that has characterized his whole cadetship. Between the hardships of rathood, Tommy found time to do a little drawing and was rewarded by being made co-designer of the class seal. Third Class year brought on more work and new difficulties, but Tommy conquered them, and Finals found him holding the rank of Q. M. Sergeant and the best academic record in his class. As a Second Classman he selected Civil Engineering and even though cramped for time between writing letters to his one and only and studying, when Finals rolled around we found Tommy ' still on top academically and with the chevrons of a high ranking lieutenant. After suffering with the rest of the Artillery boys at camp and working for the government the rest of the summer, Tommy came back as a First Classman. Being a commissioned officer and a member of the Bomb Staff, he had a hard path to follow, but he continued his splendid record. Tommy has been a real brother rat, always willing to do anything for anyone and gaining for himself a place in all of our hearts. We wish you the best of luck and success in the future, Tommy, and we are confident they shall be yours. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Edward Raleigh Trapnell B.S. in Electrical Engineering Ned, Trap, Leon, Bolshevik Weston, W. Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. P , Eat Football Squad, Rut Boxing Squad, West Virginia. Chili. Third Class — Pvt. Co. P , Cadet Staff, Sniper Staff, Varsity Boxing Squad, Varsity Track Squad, West Virginia Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. F , Sports Editor The Cadet, Director Publicity Fifty Million Keydets, Marshal Ring Figure, West Virginia Club. First Class — Pvt. Co ' . F , Editor-in-Chief The Cadet, Member Honor Court, Member General Committee, Sec ' y A.I.E.E., Athletic Editor The Bomb, Athletic Council, Marshal Final German, West Virginia Club, O.G. ' s. This Bolshevik has now spent four years, turbulent ones, at the Institute. During his rat year, he was the recipient of numerous sheenies, despite his hailing from the hills of West By Gawd Virginia. The following years have found him featuring numerous bone sheets and prominent among the tourists, yet with all this he weakened one fair spring morning and turned up with a brace of stripes on his upper sleeves. In spite of frequent ensnarlment by members of the fair sex, Tweet has never allowed them to interfere seriously with his work. Yet with all this, we know that Ned has a serious side. He has participated in numerous activities and his hard work has been crowned with outstanding success. He has stood high in his classes and has turned out to be equally as hard a worker in athletics, yet his most outstanding work has been on the publications. During his First Class year, the class showed their estimate of him when they placed him on the Honor Court. It is difficult to part with a brother rat like you, Trap. You have proven yourself a gentle- man worthy of the love and admiration your brother rats bear for you. Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Gerald Straub Turner Bachelor of Arts Jerry, Dutchman Altoona, Pa. Cavalry On a certain day in September a very wide-eyed and none too sure young fellow, a descendant of that hardy race of colonists, the Dutch, entered the stately portals of our already famous Institute. But ' tis said that one cannot keep a good man down, so Jerry, who was by this time known to us all as Dutchman, entered the Third Class and later the ranks of the elite since he was one of the chosen few to wear corporal ' s chevron ' s after make-overs. To show their appreciation of duty rendered those higher up presented Jerry with a high ranking sergeant. Of course, he took this little gift and did the best he could in return for the honor bestowed upon him. He also decided that a little rest would do him good and so signed up with the Liberal Artists for two years. At the beginning of his First Class year, Jerry found himself once more in the ranks of the lowly, without his chevrons, but our king for a day settled himself down to the more important job of getting that Dip. We ' re proud to have known you, Jerry, and luck to you in the future. Where ' s Fletcher? I ' m looking for him! Matriculated 1928 Born 1906 Jesse Harrison Turner Bachelor of Arts Harry, Napoleon, Little Caesar Fourth Class— Pvt. Co. D , Tf Second Class — Sgt. Co. B , Ti Marshal Final Ball. First Class- cas Club, Rat xas Club, Ma -Lieut. Co. . Rifle Team. Third Class— Pvt. •shal Ring Figure, A.P.S.A., Mgr. Comp ! , Texas Club, A.P.S.A., Marshal _ Abilene, Texas Infantry D , Texas Club. This little ray of sunshine spent his rat year closing windows, and his Third Class year doing as little as possible. Alas and alack, his Second Class year besmirched his sleeves (and the honor of his room-mates) by bringing with it sergeant ' s chevrons. Then, of course, the old military genius took hold (pants pressed, 25c) and here he is now, a strutting lieutenant. His career in and out of the Institute has been one of achievement. His affairs of the heart have been, and are, numerous, and we ' re looking forward to a wedding this summer. And so, Harry, old horse, with the melodramatic flair of true Liberal Artists, we bid you au revoir but not goodbye. May your French pronunciation improve, your army job come through, and your wedding go strong. A dam ' fine lad graduates — or is he? Anyway, son, you ' re no mathematician. Where ' s the salt and pretzels! !TI Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Robert Randolph Turner, Jr. B.S. in Civil Engineering •Ea ' Brawn ' The Plains, Va. Cavalry ru ' inm Class, Honor Court and General Com Varsity Wrestling, Varsity Baseball, Final Ball, Secretary A.S.C.E., D.TV President General Committee, Preside tball. Rat Wrestling, Rat Baseball, rginia Club, Hop Committee, Honor Second Class — President Second Virginia Club. Monogram Club, i. Co. A , Finance Committee, Leader Ring Figure, Leader First Class — President First Class, President Honor Court, Hop Committee, Lt. Co. A , A.S.C.E., D.T. ' s, O.D. ' Club, Rat , Northern Virgi Club, Varsity Wrestling. ?, Hop Committee, Norther O.D. Football Team, Varsity Baseball, Varsity Wrestling, Monogram Club, Bomb Staff. V. M. I. has grown throughout its ninety years of existence because at certain times there have been in the Corps men whose ability, foresight and manhood have enabled a class or a Corps to advance very definite steps toward that goal which we know as The Greater V. M. I. and individ- ually toward a perfection as men. It has been the good fortune of the Class of 1932 to have at its head a man who has sacrificed and worked for that end which every class seeks, who has firmly directed its every move and whose example of leadership has been a source of pride and encourage- ment to every member of that class. It is difficult to write a history of Ran Turner during his stay in B arracks. It is briefly recorded above and to describe even in a small way the manner in which he has discharged the duties thrust upon him would take pages. Let it suffice to say that he has home every trust nobly and acquitted each creditably. He was not always serious. B. R. T. exemplified the brother rat spirit with a constant smile and helping hand and no bull session was complete without the fun that he brought. Before wishing Ran farewell we want to thank him, then congratulate, and predict and hope for him the best of fortune always. No, you can ' t do that. I bckdjb Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Francis Edward Tyler B.S. in Electrical Engineering Fort Bragg, N. C. Field Artillery Fourth Class- Second Class- First Class — i ' , North Carolina Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. F , North Carolina Club. , North Carolina Club. A.I.E.E., Marshal Ring Figure. Marshal Final Ball. North Carolina Club, A.I.E.E., O. G. ' s, Cadet Staff. Marshal Final German. The little red-headed guy thought he was coming to college. What an illusion to have — and lose! Alas, after a few Third Classmen got through with him; and after he ' d paid a few visits to X-3 and 81, there wasn ' t a sign of an illusion left. It was a hectic year for Tyler, but he emerged at Finals with corporal chevrons. Oh, glorious reward! And his Third Class year? Even now you hear around barracks tales of the terrible corporal Tyler. And was he military? He was! But he got over it. This year, he got to use his tennis racket quite a bit, and it ' s even rumored that he took up crocheting in a big way. Red came back his Second Class year to take up his abode in the o-p-q-2 suite, and to study electricity. This time he didn ' t have chevrons, but he was willing to try again. At last a First Classman. Chevrons receded far into the background, and his main objects became, his dip, and a certain young woman. This year he lived up to his previous academic record and came through in a blaze. Red, you ' ve been a real pal and brother rat. Goodbye old boy, and good luck! Know anything about this, A. C? Matriculated 1928 Frank Coles Vaughan B.S. in Ciri! Engineering Born 1911 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. A , Richmond Club. Class — Pvt. Co. F , Richmond Club, A.S.C.E. O. Gr. ' s. Marshal Final German. Richmond, Va. Field Artillery Richmond Club. Second Richmond Club, A.S.C.E., Frank came to the Institute fresh from the military environs of John Marshall, with the full intentions of becoming an outstanding soldier. He has thoroughly succeeded in the opinion of the lower element, for during his whole period of cadetship he has ever been a member of the royal order of plain sleeves. He has his idea on how a Civil Engineer should prepare for his life ' s work, for instead of wasting his time with steel and reinforced concrete girders and beams, he devotes his time to the sketching of pretty girls. We hope, some day. to see Frank as an illustrator instead of a rod toting surveyor. One of Frank ' s many and varied accomplishments is that of musician. During all hours of the day (and many of the night) we are driven to distraction by the wailing notes, and some- times tunes, from this God-awful potato whistle. Frank stands high in all of his classes. He has the unusual capacity of retaining all of the knowledge that comes his way. While others are struggling along with a difficult problem. Frank and his slipstick have worked that one and all the rest and is stretched out on Erskine ' s hay absorbed in the thrills of ' Amazing Stories. Ponder River! Let ' er buck! Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 William Rhoads Vivian B.S. in Civil Engineering BUI, Viv Nitro, W. Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , W. Va. Club, Floating University. Third Class — Corp. Co. D , W. Va. Club, Editorial Staff of Cadet. Second Class — Sgt. Co. E , A.S.C.B., Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball, W. Va. Club, Editorial Staff Cadet. First Class — Pvt. Co. F , W. Va. Club, A.S.C.E., O. G. ' s, Marshal Final German. Bill spent his first day at V. M. I. changing his opinion of the school, but he realized that (he town of Nitro was looking to him to put it on the map, so he kept himself as inconspicuous as possible. Such patience and labor was rewarded shortly after the start of the Third Class year with corporal ' s chevrons. Rats were wary in his august presence, and took care not to incur his displeasure. But Bill was a rating man, and with Finals his stripes moved up farther on his arm. During his Second Class year overwork and an infection forced the Nitro hero to be absent from school for a couple of months, but he returned in time to be fouled by electricity and physics in the final exams. Nothing daunted, however, Bill entered upon his First Class year determined to conquer the slide rule and Lightning Bill ' s heat. He ran afoul of the authorities, however, and was put under arrest. After much discussion pro and con, they forgave him his heinous offense and sent him back to piddle with his studies. Viv, old pal, you ' ve been a friend and pal worth having, and we hate to see you leave us. Here ' s lots of luck and all the success and happiness we know you deserve, and hope you attain. Damn! wrammCT ' BQXI) J3 Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Ralph Franklin Waite B.S. in Chemistry Wobbles Livermore Falls, Maine Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Eat Football, Rat Wrestling, Rat. Baseball. Third Class — Corp. Co. C , Varsity Football, Varsity Baseball, Monogram Club. Second Class — Sgt. Co. C , Varsity Foot- ball, Varsity Baseball, Monogram Cub, S id (lass Finance Committee. First Class — Pvt. Co. C , Varsity Football, Varsity Baseball, Monogram Cub, O. G. ' s, Hop Committee. Many years ago there came from the wilds of Maine a young man with a ' solemn mien and an air sedate to the portals of Ye Institute. From then on his expression changed to one of surprise and his composure to one of turbulency. Thus, evolved the change of state from the life of a civilian to the life of a Keydet. Walking the rat line in his own quiet way, it was quite awhile before anyone became aware of the fact that we had such a stellar character in our midst. He made the grade in athletic circles on the Baby Squadron and yearling baseball squad, aside from other athletic endeavors. With hard-earned corporal chevrons he skipped briskly through his Third Class year and at Finals found that he had fallen into the realm of a sergeant. After carousing around Baltimore and Washington and commuting between Lexington and Fort Myer for six weeks he passed into the home stretch, gaining for himself the sobriquet of Wobbles. Again he distinguished himself on gridiron and diamond. Well, Wobbles, old boy. the time has come ior us to go our respective way. Just keep bringing to the fore that real good stuff that you have shown us and we can certify that you ' ll reach the very highest. Tell Geneva I ' ll be there! huh. |mmvwR£ Q BjJ Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 William Berton Walshe B.S. in Chemistry Bill, Willie, Washey Roanoke, Va. Field Artillery Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Roanoke Club, Rat Wrestling, Company Basketball, Episcopal Club. Third Class — Corp. Co. F , Roanoke Club, Company Basketball and Wrestling, Episcopal Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. F , Roanoke Club, Company Basketball and Wrestling. Episcopal Club, Asst. Mgr. Track. Marshal Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. Co. F , Roanoke Club, Manager Track and Cross Country, O. G. ' s, Episcopal Club, Hoodlums, Marshal Final German. One September morning, a gay young man from the Magic City strolled nonchalantly into Washington Arch to try his hand at military life. He surely was successful because he emerged at the end of the year with a pair of corporal ' s chevrons and a multitude of friends. Being a diligent student, his stand in the class when his rat year ended was high, and he slipped none from that position in these later years. He returned to the old Institute in September to take one more step up the ladder of life, discovering that a mighty Third Classman had the power of a king. As a serious-minded Second Classman. Bill threw away his chevrons and decided to become a Test tube Johnnie. After a summer at Fort Hoyle, ' Bill returned the following September, a love-sick little man. His final year Bill became a luminary on the O. G. ' s football team, a bull shooter pat- excellence, and manager of Varsity Track and Cross Country. After spending four long years with you, we bate to say goodbye. You have been the best of brother rats and the best of friends. We ' ll miss you, Bill, and we wish you all the luck in the world. you please, understand! Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Harry Wanger, Jr. Bachelor of Arts Little Rock, Ark. Field Artillery Team, Captain Rat Track. Third Second Class — Celt. 1st Sgt. Co. kansas Club. First gram Club, Athletic Tony, Buddy Fourth Class — Cdt. Pvt. Co. C , Rat Football Squad, Rat Boxing Class — Cdt. Corp. Co. D , Varsity Track Team, Monogram Club D , Monogram Club, Varsity Track Team, Varsity Football Squad, Vice-Pres. Class — Cdt. I ' apt. Co. D , Capt. Varsity Track, Pres. A.S.P.A., Cadet Staff, M Council, Marshal Final German. In early September, 1928, a friend of ours was officially introduced to this Institute. He was quiet, serious, and, like all of his brother rats, insignificant in the realm of rathood. Soon after Christmas the Corps was watching with interest his marked ability as a boxer, and not satisfied with this achievement, he did his best athletic work in track. June found Tony ' with a high- ranking corporalship. Next year he continued to hold his corporalcy, kept out of trouble, and worked energetically at his studies and at track. As a Second Classman, Tony seriously assumed his duties as first sergeant; not too serious, however, was he to be in all the fun and add much life by his presence in any group. This year brought for him the captaincy of the 1932 Track Team, and at Finals Tony found that he was entrusted with the captaincy of D Company. Throughout his First Class year, ' Tony has maintained his high standards and gained for himself the admiration and respect of all. ' 32 possesses no better man than Harry; his unselfishness, his honor, his ideals, his true friendhip, his consideration — all are attributes which can bring only success and happiness in the future. Now, Prothro, you ' ve got me all wrong. Nmwv l£ aa B | Matriculated 1928 Born 1910 Stuart Laurence Weinerth Bachelor of Arts Dutch, Weiuie, El Reading, Pa. -Pvt. Co. C , Yankee Club. 3am, Yankee Club, A.P.S.A., . C , Cadet Staff, Fencing Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. D , Yankee Club, Fencing Team. Third Class- Fem-ing Team. Second Class — Pvt. Co. C , Cadet Staff, Fencing ' J O. G. ' s, Marshal Final Ball, Marshal Ring Figure. First Class — Pvt. C Team, Yankee Club, A.P.S.A., Marshal Final German, O. G. ' s. This gallant Yankee arrived on the scene of action, in the early fall of 1928. He was an average rat, as rats go, although expressions such as, ' spit it out, sir, and the report is correct, sir, didn ' t increase his popularity among the old cadets at first. It is still a great mystery why El has never sported a pair of chevrons, for he always had that neat appearance and held his own in the ranking sections. As a Second Classman our hero became a Liberal Artist and thereupon devoted his time to writing letters, or, we should say, his daily letters. After three years of hard work, Dutch adorned himself in paletot and cape and made merry, as First Classmen will do — not forgetting, of course, his lett ' r writing. We could write indefinitely on the good traits of this man, but we are limited. We feel sure that he will exhibit these qualities in anything he enters. We will always think of Stuart as a man far above the average and as one with the ability to make and keep friends. We are saying goodbye now, old pal, and it ' s hard because we are parting with a true friend and classmate whose place cannot easily be filled. Has the mail come yet? f BCKDB fen rrr Matriculated 1928 Born 1906 William Kemper Welsh B.S. in Electrical Engineering Bill, Billy, Iggy Richmond. Va. Field Artillery d. Third Class — Pvt. Co. nd Club. Episcopall Club, Episcopal Club, A.I.E.E., Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Richmond Club, Episcopal Club, Rat Track Squf D , Richmond Club, Episcopal Club. Second Class — Pvt. Co. D , Richm A.I.E.E., Marshal Pinal Ball. First Class— Pvt. Co. D , Richmond Club, O. G- ' . ' s, Marshall Final German. On September 10, 1928, Bill blew into the great metropolis, to enter upon four long years of Keydet life. His ambition, like all of his brother rats, was to make the grade, which he has successfully done, and shown his ability along many lines. ' Bill soon learned the ups and downs of rathood, but this didn ' t keep him from his studies. By the end of the year, he was the possessor of stars. Iggy ' s Third Class year was more or less uneventful except for a little fun he had with the rats one early morning which probably he will always remember. Bill made many friends during this time. Nothing seemed too hard or unattainable to him, especially during his last two years, in his chosen field of Electrical Engineering. Still there is another factor which enters into some of the Keydefs life here, to make them succeed and in this case it happens to be love We know Bill can ' t be wrong, so our wishes for success along these lines are heartily extended. With the closing of cadet life. William will, no doubt, enter upon the profession he has chosen at the Institute. With his knowledge, ability, and character, the only prophecy that can be made is success, which we all know he will attain as an Electrical Engineer. Boy! she was especially sweet that night. m Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Stuart Creed Will B.S. in Civil Engineering Stud, Stugots, Oska ' Richmond, Va. Cavalry Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C , Rat Wrestling Team, Rat Baseball Team, Gym Team. Third Class — Pvt. Co. C , Varsity Wrestling Team, All Southern Conference Wrestling Champion, G-vm Team. Second Class— Pvt. Co. 0 , Varsity Wrestling Team, Southern Conference Wrestling Champion, Cheer Leader, A.S.C.E. First Class— Pvt, Co. C , Varsity Wrestling Team, Gym Team, Head Cheer Leader, Athletic Council, O. G. ' s. A.S.C.E. Stepping from the He de France onto the fourth stoop, Stuart made his entrance into V. M. I. with a bang. Besides being three weeks late, a John Marshall cadet, and almost a Wahoo, he was in a storm which lasted the entire year. During this year Stuart was very successful on the rat wrestling and baseball teams. His Third Class year found him in the cavalry. He easily made the varsity wrestling team and then won for himself the title of Southern Conference Champion. Stuart did not go out for baseball, but concentrated his efforts on the gym squad and calculus. His Second Class year he chose to be a Civil Engineer and has made a success in his choice. He was again the mainstay on the wrestling and gym teams as well as being a cheer leader. And now, Stuart at last gained his heaven, a First Classman. He was captain of wrestling, head cheer leader, on the gym team, a member of the athletic council, and last, but not least, very much in love. Stud was right there reaching for that old Dip with the rest of his brother rats on that happy, happy day with, guess who was waiting at the door. Hoky-doky, now let ' s see — vwvifflmff BCHi)B Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Fendall Perry Williams Bachelor of Arts Archie, Artillery Clifton Forge, Va. Pield rtilltrv fr. l ' th r, C1 S V? - C ; ¥ ' ■ Thir ,? C ss— Pvt. Co. ■■]■:•■. Second Class— Pvt. Co. E Archie Club, floating University, Assistant Manager Track. First Class— Pvt. Co. B , O. G. ' s, Archie Club btage Manager Dramatic Club. Although Perry had viewed the Institute from a nearby hill in Clifton Forge, he was anions those who assembled to be a part of Thirty-Two. Even though he did not attain military glory by adorning the chevrons, he won, in a short while, a place in the hearts of his brother rats as a true and loyal friend. Five enjoyable wreks spent as a typical passenger of the noted Floating University instilled in Ferry the desire to continue his leisure; thus he undertook to accomplish the finer and more enjoyable arts of life in his Second Class year. As a Liberal Artist, Perry came through on top. also finding time for other accomplishments. June and then six weeks at camp; work and plenty of it, fun unsurpassed even by that of the Floating University and Perry is still one of the merry crew. As an artilleryman the army has a good prospect because Perry worked hard and accomplished the science. Paletots and all that they mean bring to an end four successful years that we have all enjoyed with you, Perry. Here is the luck and success that you deserve. May you follow the path of an admired gentleman. Yeh, I got some; Artillery is a science. I! 1 ! |4- |l i j-j- 11 Matriculated 1928 Born 1911 Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. C C , Floating University. Marshal Final Ball, A.S.C. Final Herman, A. B.C. Samuel Charles Wolfe B.S. in Chemistry Sam, S. C, ' , Southwest Virginia CIi Second Class — Pvt. Co. ' Fi.st Class — Pvt. Co. Floating Universit; ' , Floating Univers , S mthwjst irgini Marion, Va. Cavalry Third Class— Pvt. Co. I, Marshal Ring Figure, Club, O. G. ' s, Marshal Sam lived for the greater part of his life next to an insane asylum which perhaps accounts for a lot of things, such as his desire to enter V. M. I. During his rat year he learned to swear, shine shoes, and to almost keep in step with the drum. S. C. soon became a frequent visitor to the first sergeant ' s room for it happened that he had a decided penchant for doing the right thing at the wrong time. After a sufficient lapse of time, we see Red as a mightv Third Classman. He achieved distinction by giving the Bronx cheer to a certain order published in the mess hall, and imme- diately became an ardent seeker of the golden brick. During his Second Class year, Red changed completely — he now did the wrong thing at the right time and as a result he continued to take bi-weekly tours of the surrounding country. And then to camp — Censored! His First Class year was comparatively quiet except between reveille and taps. It didn ' t take him long to decide that whoever said that Chemistry was a crip course was just a ? liar. Here ' s hoping you wealth, health, and happiness, and that some day may you be able to write your own prescription. How many toots have gone, Mister? ;RC Pt TVT 1 HiRPHWiW . i v fff r f-MflRRRnHi 1 f gv $Ma A- V , r- - ' tSssSf Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 James Lockwood Wood Civil Ens. Palooka, ' Grand Pap Jim tball. Rat Wrestling, Rat Track. Roanoke, Va. Cavalry Third, Class — Club, A.S.C.E., G. ' s, A.S.C.E., Varsitv •ident Roanoke Club. Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. B , Roanoke Club, Rat F Corp. Co. A , Secretary and Treasurer Roanokf Wrestling Squad. Second Class — Sergeant Co. A , Vice-President R Football Squad, Varsity Wrestling Squad. First Class— Pvt. Co. A lootball Squad, Varsity Wrestling Squad, Banquet Committee, C. C. Clul Four years ago he couldn ' t spit over his chin; now he spits all over his chin. That ' s Jim Wood, from Roanoke. His rat year was uneventful except for football and wrestling in which our boy did nobly. Jim was such a running rat that at Finals he was cited and corporalized. (Some boy!) After one year Jim had gained a place in the hearts of his brother rats that very few attain until their final year. This feeling has stuck, and always will because there ' ll never be but one Grandpap Wood. When the C. F. ' s pulled their big shine, Jim was right there with them, but even so, again at finals he was cited, now with sergeant chevrons. September came, and Jim signed up with the Engineers. Grandpap did many things this year: one of them was to break his leg. This kept him out of football and gave him an almost permanent deck on the sick list. Regardless of his troubles, Palooka knocked his classes for a loop and came through. Jim has done well in everything this year and aside from his troubles in making speeches, girl friends, etc.— he has had a very nice year. I don ' t know what Jim intends to do after Finals, but whatever it is, your boy, Wood, will make good. Good luck, Joe, and don ' t take any wooden nickels. Who me? That kind of stuff don ' t bother m-e. fi_l_ ,_ BCKDJB Matriculated 1928 Born 1908 Henry Lee Woodson B.S. in Electrical Engineering ' Hemie, Maestro Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. E , Rambling Keydets. Third Class- Roannke Club. Second Class— Pvt. Co. E , Leader. V.M.I, i JIarshai Ring Figure, Marshal Final Ball. First Class — Pvt. C( A.I.E.E., P.S., E.G., Roanoke Club, Marshal Final German, O. G. ' i Roanoke, Va. Field Artillery E , Rambling Keydets, A.I.E.E., Rnanoke Club, ider, V.M.I. Commanders, This, my friends, is the old maestro himself — Heinie Woodson. From the time he was born Lack in 1908 with a silver-plated saxophone in his mouth, Heinie lived for the day when he would be able to enter V. M. I. and enlist in that great musical organization, the Post Band. Heinie ' s fond dreams were never realized for he could neither barker nor clerk, so he did the next best thing and cast his lot with the Rambling keydets who from that time on rambled more than ever. At the beginning of his Third Class year Woodson proudly bore the heavy responsibilities of the newly made corporal but relinquished his command when caught thumbing his nose at his roommate who Was walking post. He chose electricity as his life ' s work and soon learned the difference between harmony and harmonies. Heinie is a woman hater despite his physical pulchritude. He once defined a fevered oscu- lation with a fair honey as a slap in the face with a wet sock. Heinle ' s success is assured ; and though we hate to lose him, we will always be happy to tell our children, Yes, I knew him when . Let ' s call off the dogs . Matriculated 1928 Born 1909 Princeton, W. Va. Infantry Medal, W. Va. Club. rsitv. Monogram Cluh. .ating University, Vice- rsity Football, Varsity Duane Davenport Wright B.S. in Chemistry Buck Fourth Class — Pvt. Co. F , Rat Football, Wrestling, Baseball, Track, Third Class — Corp. Co. B , Varsity Football, Varsity Track, Floating V. Va. Club. Second Class— Sgt. Co. B , Varsity Football, Varsity Tra President Athletic Council, Monogram Club. First Class — Pvt. Co. B Track, President Monogram Club, Marshal Final German. In the fall of 1928 Buck came to the Institute for no good reason at all. He had his share of rat troubles and throughout the year Buck took a very energetic part in athletics, being a member of four teams. When finals came, Buck found himself a wearer of high ranking cor- poral ' s chevrons. All through the following year the usual turbulent period encountered by all Third Classmen, were met and there was a great feeling of relief when the academic board pronounced him a full fledged upper classman. As a Second Classman, Buck decided to become one of old Rat s pals. Following, the Second Class year ' ' Buck trailed along with the infantrymen to Fort Meade where he became a prominent member of the Rifle and Sling club and received excellent training in Baltimore for a cruise with the Floating University which he was destined to take. Upon entering the First Class, hard luck overtook him in the form of an injury which brought his football career to a sudden close. The year was passed finishing up his chemistry course. We know that same courage which carried you through opponent ' s lines will take you through life ' s hardships. We ' ll not say goodbye; just so long until the next Keydet get together. Read it to him, Derbyshire. mflflmffl£ B HD£ EX-CLASSMATES H. L. Armistead S. C. Curtis C. A. George L. Hilliard P. H. James C. P. Kearfott W. P. Keithley C. L. King A. H. Ponzanelli P. C. Roberts C. S. Roller J. G. Todd B. T. Whited Acker, W. B. Allen, J. M. Anderson, D. L. Armstrong, H. B.. Jr. Aviles, L. S. Badger, W. B. Balbin, P. D. Bamford, W. P. Bannon, K. A. Barker, M. Beard, H. M. Beer, S. B. Bell, C. B., Jr. Benjamin, L. S. Berlinghoff, J. E. Booker, E. R. Bress. L. A. Briccs, C. B. Broch, L., Jr. Brown, H. Brunner, C. C, Jr. Burdett, E. A. Burruss, L. H. Butler, E. F. Caples, M. H. Carter, J. E. Chambers, J. M. Christian, R. C. Clement, H. T. Coblentz, J. W. Colvin, R. B. Cook, J. C Cooper, J. C. Cooper, S. Cunningham, A. J. Darrall, J. B. Davis, C R. Davis, F. P.. Jr. Dewey, F. H. Di Bartolo. A. C Divine, D.. Jr. Dunn, T. M. Easley, J. W., Ill East, C. A., Jr. Emerson, R. Fain, J. M. Absentees Fifield, A. I., Jr. Filson, F. V. Flaitz. J. M. Fleshman, R. H. Foshee, S. S.. Jr. Foster, C. B. Fulchum, C. A.. Jr. GiBr.oN, L. D. Given, E. M. Gordon, O. M. Graybeal, J. M. Grim, C. W. Gu thrie. J. B. Gwaltney W. C. Hackney. J. P. Hamm, V. S. Hargroves, W. W. Harrison, P. H., Jr. Hobbs, J. K. Hoce, J. B. Holt, D. L. Houston, J. M. Humphreys, C. R.. Jr. Hunter, S. Jenkins, J. H. Jones, J. E. Keyser, A. L. Kidd, J. M. King, F. L., Jb. King, R. L. Knowles, R. J. Laing, L. P. Lawhon, J. E. Lawless, V. B. Leech, J. B. F. Lester, P. J. Long. F. C. Lowery, H. L. Lowther, W. B. McCrea, G. B. McDavid, R. I.. Jr. McFarland, A. K. McLean, W. B. MacFadyen, A. G. Madden, W. H. Miller, J. R. MlLLIGAN, J. C MULLINS, R. P. OTJea. J. J. Peebles, N. B. Perrin, H. A. Phillips, J. M. Plunkett, R. B. Pritchard, W. G. Rand, R. G.. Jr. Ransom, W. F. Rawlings, H. R., Jr. Rawlincs, T. R. Reed, T. E. Reid. C. A. Renfroe, J. G , Jr. Renshaw, W. R. Roberts, N. R. Robinson, G. E. ROSENWASSER, I. M. Royster, X. R., Jr. Saunders, J. T. Schoolfield, W. B. Schusky, W. W. Seese, L. E. Serrin. G. W.. II Shotton, F. T. Smalley - , P. A. Smith, M. H. Spring, M, Jr. St. Juuen, J. Stone, R. F. Sturdivant, C. V. Taylor, E. L. Terry, W. F.. Jr. Thompson, C. 0. Timmis, R. J. Tyson, R. N. Valdez, E. Wallin, W. C. Wemple, W. G. White, E. H. Whiting, H. C, Jr. Wilson, W. T. Woodson, G. D. Wright, E. L.. Jr. Wright, R. D. Young. C. W. qjq HTM 1CVfi Nf i i i i i 1 1 i I i K7 f. jT UTH a To Our Classmates Left Behind We ' ve arrived at that great tomorrow, The parting of the ways, Long sought ambition realized — End of cadetship days. We pause to take that long last look, To see what we can find; Alas, we ' re doomed to one more tear — Our classmates left behind. A mere goodbye to you, our friends, Can ' t possibly explain The tenseness we feel in our throats, The sadness, grief, and pain. We ' ll reminisce in years to come, When life is ebb ' d and tame. And think of brother rats we knew, Who helped us play the game. When we gaze in retrospection At our classmates, loved and true, YOUR names will stand out with the rest In the ranks of THIRTY-TWO. F. F. FlNKLEHOFFE, ' 32. 178 lm Class of ' 33 J. L. Epps President C. L. Siecel Vice-President W. W. Holt Historian Second Class History ra INCE 1839 new classes have entered the gates of V. M. I. in the fall of each year, but the fall of 1929 is of particular interest to us. On a certain day in September, three hundred former civilians signed up to don the Keydet grey, but greater still, to become members of our class. At that time nothing meant very much to us — we were rats — but as time has gone! by we now see that we were thus bound together by the strongest bonds of friendship: the ties of a brother rat. The rat year of every cadet in general is the same, but although we entered at a time when physical hazing was becoming a thing of the past, we foundi that a rat at V. M. I. still had far from a bed of roses in which to lie. However, there was one great consolation, we were all catching hell together. The days and months of that trying year came and passed, and in the latter part we selected Jack Epps and Louis Siegel to be our pilots for the remaining time here. No wiser choice could have been made, and as one we salute you, Jack and Louis; carry on in the same way that you have started. As the pages of time were rapidly turned we found ourselves facing the termi- nation of one rat year; finals were here; we were old cadets at last; forever. After a seemingly too short summer furlough, we again came back to the portals of V. M. I. and much to our sorrow, many of our band failed to return with us. As Third Classmen we tried to live up to the standards set for us, and, although we may not have reached those of the preceding classes, we did our best, threw our bombs, raised our hell, and paid our penalties. After this spirit of unruliness had found vent, we settled down to work, and our third class year reached an end before we knew it. Second Classmen we were as the following fall appeared. How important we felt as we received our rings at the Thanksgiving hops; the figure and calics seemed as a dream entirely too short. In athletics ' 33 has been well represented on the various teams. On the 1932 wrestling team six out of the eight members were our Brother-rats. We are justly proud of such a record, and we hope that in other respects, too, ' 33 has and will continue to contribute its bit for a Greater V. M. I. Now as our First Class year looms in the distance, we can look back over the past three years with great pride; on now, brother rats, to a successful year, with the ruling scepter in our hands. 181 tawmvff£ Q DB ! H Class of 1933 Adams, J. N.. Jr Marie, Mich. Allen, J. F Clarksburg, W. Va. Allen, W. L Richmond, A a. Archer, H. L Waynesboro, Va. Armistead, H. L Roanoke, Va. Ax, G. B Chelsea, Mass. Baylor, G Waynesboro, Va. Berkeley, R. M Petersburg, Va. Bernard. G. S Petersburg, Va. Betts, C. S., Jr Smithfield, Va. Bozel, W. H Petersburg. Va. Brayshaw, W. Vandergrifl, Pa. Brown. H. C. Jr Richmond, Va. Buist, W. E , Jr Nashville, Tenn. Burke, J. O Richmond. Va. Calhoun W. L. . . . New Kensington, Pa. Calliham, P. W., Jr. . . Harrisonburg, La. Caperton, L. M Loretto, Tenn. Carrico, J. H., Jr Roanoke, Va. Carter, B. D Petersburg, Va. Clewis, R. M.. Jr Tampa, Fla. Coxe, S. O., Jr Richmond. Va. Crews. S. G Roanoke. Va. Crocker, J. E Suffolk, Va. Curtis, S. C Lee Hall, Va. deS ' ausssure, W. P., Ill . Englewood, N. J. Dickinson, 0. B. ... Providence, R. I. Dincman, N. W Thornburg, Pa. Douglass, S. A St. Louis, Mo. Doyle, M. E.. Ill ... . Petersburg, Va. Eanes, R. H.. Jr Boston, Mass. Edmunds, P. C Halifax, Va. Elliott, B. B Suffolk. Va. Epps, F. B Richmond. Va. Epps, J. L.. Jr Richmond, Va. Face, W. H.. Jr Hampton. Va. Fink, R. W Cumberland, Md. Gary. J. W Enid, Okla. George, C. A Ronceverte, W. Va. Gibbs. W. B Norfolk. Va. Gilliam. G. R Prince George, Va. Gilmore W. H Richmond, Va. Gould, J. H Louisville, Ky. Grant, W. S.. Jr. . . . Fort Riley. Kans. Greiner, C. E Orange, Va. Hannah, A. B Richmond, Va. Harkrvder, C. J . Jr Bristol, Va. Harrel. T. H Lewisville, Ark. Harris, CO East Cleveland, 0. Harrison. B. P.. Jr. . . . Leesburg, Va. Hayman, W. S Norfolk, Va. Heffner, J. J Lock Haven, Pa. Hickie. J. C Youngslown, O. Hightower, G. B Atlanta, Ga. Hill. A. G Roanoke, Va. Hilliard, L., Jr. . . . Virginia Beach, Va. Holstein, 0., Jr. . . . Washington, D. C. Holt, R. G Canal Zone, Panama Holt, W. W Hampton. Va. Hor eman, J. W Hampton, Va. Hubbard, A. F Chase City, Va. HuDCiNS, E. C Richmond, Va. James, J. W Petersburg, Va. James, P. H Simpsonville, S. C. Johnston, F. P Roanoke, Va. Jones, L. B Falmouth, Mass. Jones, W. P., Jr Urbanna, Va. Jordan, M. C Norfolk, Va. Kaylor, W. Appalachia, Va. Kearfott C. P Martinsville, Va. Keithley. W. P Wilmington, Del. Kelly. R. P.. Jr Lynchburg, Va. Kelly, W. L. Ill ... . Hampton, Va. Kerr, G Montague, Va. Kimbrough, R. C, Jr. . Madisonville, Tenn. Kinc, C. L„ Jr Pearisburg, Va. 182 ;ft€C vwwwnnff ' BO, I) J3 53 King, G. M . Jr Richmond, Va. Kirk, J. S Shelbyville, Ky. Knowles, A. H Rochester, N. Y. Kostainsek E. L. ... Berkeley, Calif. Kurtz. J. M Connellsville. Pa. Landis, W. C Bedford. Pa. Lansdale, J.. Jr Houston. Texas Lav, J. S , Jr Washington, D. C. Lea, J. P., Jr Massies Mill, Va. Longi.no, H. A . II ... Magnolia. Ark. McCarthy, F. J.. Jr. . . . Richmond. Va. McCoy, R. A . Jr Norfolk, Va. Mar hall, E. R Farmville, Va. Martin. E. A Malverne, N. Y. Meadcr. N. A Hinton, W. Va. Meek, J. T Camden, Ark. Meem, S. H . Jr Bluefield, W. Va. Meriwether. W. J . Jr. . . . Eutaw. Ala. Metcalfe, J. S„ II . . . New York. N. Y. Meybin, R. J.. Jr Roanoke. Va. Middleton, J. W. . . . Greenville, Texas Moore, M. M Marshall. Texas Moore, T. L. Jr Mobile, Ala. Moreheau, C, Jr. . . . Stuarts Draft, Va. Noble, C. F. M ■ Richmond, Va. Nunamaker, H Richmond. Va. Orr. R. V Birmingham. Ala. Outten, E. R Townsend, Va. Pace, L. C, Jr Norfolk, Va. Patteson, A. S Lynchburg. Va. Payne C. A., Jr Richmond, Va. Pence, H. J South Boston, Va. Peters, C. H Appalachia, Va. Petticrew. W. H Richmond, Va. Phillips, E. L.. Jr. . . . Jacksonville. Fla. Ponzanelli, A. H., Jr. . Mexico City, Mex. Richards, F. W Reading. Pa. Robert;, J.. Jr Norton. Va. Roberts. P. C Memphis. Tenn. Rochelle. A. R Centerville, Tenn. Roller. C. S Ft. Defiance, Va. Rucker, C. N., Jr. . . Charleston. W. Va. Ruch, J. L. K Bolivar, Pa. Schaaf, J. C Richmond. Va. Schoonover. C. E. . . . Kansas City, Mo. Siegel, C. L Richmond, Va. Singleton, R. S. . . . Hattiesburg, Miss. Smith, O. D Richmond, Va. Steidtmann, C. A Lexington, Va. Stith. W. M Petersburg. Va. Stone, S. J. Jr Buffalo, N. Y. Susong, A. E Greenville. Tenn. Taylor. A. B.. Jr Norfolk. a. Taylor, C. M.. Jr. . Winston-Salem, N. C. Taylor. E. J Norfolk. Va. Temple, J.. Jr Pine Bluff, Ark. Tinsley W. F Richmond. Va. Todd, J. G Portsmouth, Va. Tompkins, W. F Richmond, Va. Tros bach. J. M. . . . New York, N. Y. Urick, F. W Roanoke, Va. Vance, J. D Harrisonburg, Va. Van Petten, A. E., Jr. . . Tcpeka. Kansas Vauchan, M. H Richmond, Va. Vaughan, R. F Eagle Pass, Texas Ver Milyea C. V Russell. Pa, Walker, J. T Richmond, Va. Weaver, W. C Waynesboro, Va. Wheeler, J. W., Jr. . . . Arlington, Va. White, W. C Scottsville, Va. Whited, B. T Shreveport. La. Wilson, A. S Exmore, Va. Winston, T. R., Jr. . . Mechanicsburg, Pa. Wooters, P. C Richmond. Va. Young, E. M., Jr. . . Fredericksburg, Va. ;rc ImmvwlR BQiDB m W. jmrniwIRSJ OQB 2 Class of ' 34 J. P. Leary President G. E. Bain Vice-President G. A. Royce Historian ;kc hrremvrff BCHBB m- vvwrnwR BQiDB Third Class History HIRTY-FOUR ' S second year at V. M. I. is going fast, and the Third Class will soon pass the half-way mark on the way to a dip. We pause for awhile to review what has gone by in those two years. On a sunny day in September, 1930, three hundred scared freshmen came to the Institute in search of that elusive something: learning. Life at V. M. I. we found, was not all that story books or over-enthusiastic alumni painted it. The beauty of that first day was soon shadowed by tough sergeants and myriads of cocky third class- men who seemed thoroughly determined to make life miserable for us. Where, we thought, do the poets get that stuff about ' a soldier and a gentleman? Time during those first few weeks of adjustment was greatly distorted. Days seemed weeks, weeks seemed months. Very gradually, we learned what to do and what not to do in order to keep in the graces of both the tactical officers and upper classmen. A few quelled under the military discipline and left for home and Mother or for some other college where they might be more free. After football season and Thanksgiving hops there was a goal in sight: Christmas. We waited impatiently for those ten days of holiday to com? — the first opportunity to slouch and cock our hats over one ear — briefly, to be ourselves once more. We returned from Christmas furlough to face January examinations. The fate of a dozen or so brother rats who returned to civilian life aroused a determination in all of us to outwit the mathematics and chemistry departments at least to the extent of a 7.5. Life was a bit easier. Came Easter, and hops, election of officers, and not long after that our first pledge, not to mention, of course, taking-in, which we half dreaded and half welcomed, because it meant that Finals approached. Finally the end of the school year came, meaning recognition by the rest of the Corps and realization that we soon would be a factor in V. M. I. affairs. Hops, graduation exercises, final orders on the hill, and summer furlough was fancy no longer, but fact. After whiling away a few weeks of vacation, we assembled again, filled with tales of wine, women, and song. It was difficult to leave cits and return to a life of C. Q. and sections. But amidst all the handshaking, there was an air of sadness. One of the finest men in the class had, during the furlough, left this earthly existence for a place where there are no parades or guard tours or cold reveille formations. Charlie Ward, admired and loved by all wdio knew him, and whom we had elected Vice-President the preceding year, will always be missed by those wdio are proud to have called him Brother Rat. Football season came, and no small number of third classmen gave the sports writers some- thing to gossip about. A bit of variety was offered us in the trip to Yorktown, with its display of bright uniforms and marvelous military maneuvers, not to mention Rose of Egypt. The class of 1934 has created a precedent which will probably be followed by all classes to come. In one of our first meetings, we decided to abolish the C. F. s, an organization with a store of tradition and rare history. There is something in the traditions and accomplishments of this school which we feel we owe our best effort to live up to. as we go into engineering, or chemistry, or liberal arts. We surrender the custody of the rats to the Third Classmen to come. i i ;rc BfTOHnnffl Ba DB §3 Class of 1934 Adams, T. A., Jr Charlotte, N. C. Adkins, B. G Danville, Va. Alexander, W. D., Ill . . Charlotte, N. C. Allen, W. M Washington, D. C. Allport, R. B., Jr. . . . Richmond, Va. Andreus, F. C Uniontown, Pa. Ardai, J. L Falls Church, Va. Armstrong, J., Jr Richmond, Va. Bain, G. E Goldsboro, N. C. Baker, J. A. B Richmond, Va. Baldwin, R. G., Jr Norfolk, Va. Baldwin, J. D. C Norfolk, Va. Bartlett, T. B , Jr Marlin, Texas Bennett, B. A., Jr Greer, S. C. Betts, D. W Kirkwo od, Mo. Blakemore, N. D Richmond, Va. Brady, F. C Charlerio, Pa. Bray, J. R Mt. Airy, N. C. Breathitt, James, III . . Hopkinsville, Ky. Brown, W. M Fort Worth, Texas Browning, F. H Orange, Va. Buck, J. H Ontario, Canada Buford, A. S., Ill ... . Richmond, Va. Burruss, W. A Ruther Glen, Va. Burwell, R. P., Jr. . . . Petersburg, Va. Carney, T. E., Jr. . . . Churchland, Va. Carr, J. S Atlanta, Ga. Carson, C. V Narberth, Pa. Cave, W. W Pulaski, Va. Cockey, E. A., Ill ... . Glyndon, Md. Collins, S. E., Jr Bellaire, L. I. Crawford, J. H. ... Greenville, Tenn. Darrall, S. H Kittanning, Pa. Davis, A. D Stamford, Conn. Davis, J. D., Ill Atlanta, Ga. Davis, W. W Toronto, Ont. Dew, J. DeJ Fredericksburg, Va. deWitt, P Virginia Beach, Va. Dillard, H. N., Jr. . . Rocky Mount, Va. Dixon, R. R New Canaan, Conn. Dorrier, C. R., Jr. . . . Scottsville, Va. Douglass, W. P St. Louis, Mo. Dunlap, G. C La Feria, Texas East, C. W Staunton, Va. Ebersole, E. E Norfolk, Va. Edmonds, R. S Philadelphia, Pa. Emerson, T. M., Jr. . . Wilkington, N. C. Emery, A. H., Ill . . . Glenbrook, Conn. Faherty, J. W Akron, Ohio Farley, E. W , Jr Richmond, Va. Farrar, W. M Manchester, Tenn. Feamster, F. C Lexington, Va. Finlayson, H. H Lake City, Fla. Fowler, S. W Greensboro, N. C. Fultz, G. S., Jr Butterworth, Va Furman, A. C. ... Newport News, Va. Gallant, L. .... Fredericksburg, Va. Gates, F. S Niles, Ohio George, W. S., Jr. . . Manchester, Conn. Gilliam, R. S., Jr. ... Petersburg, Va. Gillock, O. P Lexington, Va. Gontrum, R. W Brookline, Mass. Goodwin, J M Petersburg, Va. Goodwin, W., Ill ... Brookline, Mass. Goshorn, J. A Hagerstown, Md. Hamner, CD Lynchburg, Va. Hannah, R. W Richmond, Va. Hardin J. B Abingdon, Va. Hardin, T. R., Ill . . . Lake Charles, La. Harkness, L. R Leesburg, Va. Harrison, A. M., Jr. . . . Richmond, Va. Heerdt, E. J,. Jr. ... Stamford, Conn. Helms, C. J Omaha, Neb. Henderson, R. A Saugus, Mass. Hinkle, H. J., Jr Ardmore, Okla. Hogan, R. L. .... Falls Church, Va. Holland, J. K., Jr. . . South Norfolk, Va. Holmes, V. C, Jr Toledo, Ohio Howard, J. G Hartford, Conn. Huger, B.. Jr Lexington, Va. Johnson, F. M Detroit, Mich. Johnson, W. S Sheridan, Wyo. Jones, J. C, III Richmond, Va. Jones, R. H., Jr Portsmouth, Va. Joseph, E. B., Jr. . . . Montgomery, Ala. Kaufman, L. M Richmond, Va. Kay, C. W Greybull, Wyoming Keller, T. M Alexandria, La. Koteen, M. R Norfolk, Va. Kulp, W. H Roanoke, Va. Lambe, A. F., Jr Albany, N. Y. Landrum, W. R. ... Philadelphia, Pa. Lanford, 0. E Apple Grove, Va. Lathrop, C. P., Ill ... Richmond, Va. H-Tf , Lavinder, M. L Salem, Va. Law, E. A Bartow. Fla. Leary, J. P.. Jr Richmond, Va. LeSueur. J. M Ore Bank. Va. Lipscomb, A. McL. Richmond, Va. LlTTHELL, I. R. . . . Rocky Mount. N. C. Long, H. B G University, Va. Luck, W. S Richmond. Va. McCallum, C. F. . . Newport News, Va. McCormick, R. H . . . Hot Springs, Ark. McCrary J A . Jr. . . . Alexandria. Va. McMann, I. H Danville, Va. MacDonald, C. P.. Jr. . . . Norton, Va. Martin. R. J . Ju Farmville. Va. Mathews, J M. . . . Charleston, W. Va. Mslvin, W. A Newport News. Va. Merriam, C. S Sun. W. Va. Milton, M. McC, Jr. . . Gloucester, Va. Minor, G. G-. III .... Richmond, Va. Monroe, J. W., Jr Alexandria. Va. Moody, C. M New York. N. Y. Moore, W. F Richmond, Va. Morrison, F. D Baltimore, Md. Na H, P Richmond. Va. Neidengard, C. A. . . . Steubenville, Ohio Nesbit, B. L Tampa, Fla. Nimmo, J. M., Jr. . . Virginia Beach, Va. Nutt. S., Jr Hot Springs. Ark. Opdycke, E. W. ... Frenchtown, N. J. Owen, W. J Fairlawn. Ohio Page. G. P Norfolk, Va. Palmer, J. W Newport News, Va. Palmer, T. L Suffolk, Va. Parish, D. L Houston, Texas Peng C. H Washington, D. C. Penick, C. A , Jr. . . . South Boston, Va. Pettit, H. S Hopemont, W. Va. Pitkethly, D. A Roxbury, N. Y. Pclk. G. W.. Jr. . . . Fort Worth, Texas Potts, W. S., Jr. . . . Fort Worth, Texas Redding, R Dallas. Texas Riddle, M , III Norfolk, Va. Rogers, B. A Eutaw. Ala. Roper, P. R.. Jr Petersburg, Va. Royce G. A Birmingham, Ala. Ru:.t, R. B.. Jr Flint Hill, Va. Rutschow, P. Z. ... Gibsonburg, Ohio Scott, S. B Vinita, Va. Shorter, D. E Callands, Va. Sledce, G. R., Jr Parksley, Va. Smith R. P Atlanta, Ga. Smith, I. H Richmond. Va. Smith, S. A Fredericksburg. Va. Smith, W. E Birmingham. Ala. Spaulding, E. H. . . East Cleveland, Ohio Straub, C. E., Jr Lexington. Va. Stubbs, C. F Monroe, La. Swindell, G. B.. Jr. . . . Annapolis, Md. Taylor. R. H Mt. Carmel, Pa. Tillett, A. B Norfolk, Va. Timberlake, C. R. . . . Williamsburg, Va. Todd, J. 0.. Jr Greenville, S. C Trask, J. M Wilmington. N. C. Travers P. G Alexandria. Va. Troutt, J. M., Ill . . . Hot Springs. Ark. Tt cker, E. W.. Jr. . . . Metuchen, N. J. Turner, Y. H Harrisonburg, Va. Tyler, G. R Richmond, Va. Tyler, W. C Warrenton, Va. Tyree W. B. ..... . Lexington. Va. Vandergrift, A. A., Jr. . Washington, D. C. Vanderslice, J. C Hampton. Va. Vaughan, H. de J. . . . Texarkana, Texas Venable, E. R Farmville, Va. Vertner, T. K... Jr Richmond, Va. Walker, H. G.. Jr. . . . Fort Worth, Texas Ward, J. J . Jr Blackstone, Va. Watkins, T. C. Ill ... . Halifax. Va. Way, F Norfolk, Va. Weaver, W. K., Jr. ... Richmond. Va. Webjter. H. B., Jr Norfolk. Va. Week-, G Springfield, Mo. Wellford, H. B Warsaw, Va. White. W. R Springfield, Va. Whited, J. M Shreveport, La. Whitley, E. L Galax, Va. Whitmore. S. E Nashville, Tenn. William ' . J, M.. Jr. . . . Petersburg, Va. Wills, A. C Newport News, Va. Wilson, G. C Weston, W. Va. Wilson, L. B Falls Church, Va. Winkler, H. T Vincennes, Ind. Wise. G. N„ Jr Hampton, Va. Wise, T. R Hampton. Va. Wister, J. H Jersey City, N. J. Woo, G Charleston, W. Va. Wu, C. J Washington. D. C. Yon, C. L Coraopolis, Pa. gn R_T H W VXN 1 ■ « t ■ ■ ■ I ■ I ■ ff ' T f IR a 190 ;RC ... . . j j RJ tK%j ' 1 ■■ ■ fxr__rT Lri Fl C. W. Hancock Vice-President s Class of ' 35 F. W. High President 191 J J. J. Burgess Historian TH m Rat History N the clear brightness of an early September morning, Billy Goforth looked at his watch and then at the barracks clock. They did not check exactly, but, taking the mean of the two, he decided that it was time for first call. As he blew it, he scarcely realized that two hundred and sixty-two pairs of ears were, for the first time, picking up the strains which would spur them into action each morning for more than nine months. The two hundred and sixty-two pairs of ears ssnt vague messages to two hu ndred and sixty-two befuddled brair.s, and in a short time two hundred and sixty-two very new cadets were standing at rigid attention and wondering what would come next. The preceding day had been very gruelling. Trains, automobiles, and busses had poured into Lexington, each bearing its quota of high school heroes who were about to embark on a new adventure. Each hero started the adventure by relinquish- ing his superior bearing and trying to orient himself in perhaps the strangest en- vironment he had ever known. A night ' s sleep, instead of bringing relief, had brought only more amazement. A day of complete bewilderment followed this sudden awakening, and by the time the sun had sunk or.ce more behind the Rock- bridge hills there was not a single rat who would uphold the theory that the world contains nothing new. Everything was new, and almost everything was unpleasant. Conditions failed to improve uritil the end of the second week. Then came football season, and at last there was something to look forward to. Week-ends became oases in the desert of routine, and occasional football trips made life almost worth living: one big victory brought old cadet privileges. Such events, along with hops, hastened Christmas, and during Christmas the rats learned that V. M. I. is a good place to be from, but a bad place to be at. The monotony of the winter season was almost unbearable, and spring brought new difficulties in the forms of shakos, white duck trousers, and a spring hike. Those who have endured the hardships of the first year — and there were fewer rats to leave during this year than ever before — have formed bonds of fellowship that will not soon be broken. Although not all of them will graduate with the class of 1935, each one may be justly proud of having weathered the storm and progressed to a higher estate than rathood. Better times are coming. Class of 1935 Albert, J. F. Alexandria, La. Armistead, R. A. Roanoke, Va. Arnold E. T. Norfolk. Va. Arnold. T. St. J. Waverly. Va. Avery. J. T.. Jr. Richmond, Va. Avers. C. T.. Jr. Portsmouth, Va. Bagwell. W. P.. Jh. Blackstone, Va. Bailey, E. P. Wilmington, N. C. Baker. L. D., Jr. Cape Charles. Va. Baman. F. C, Jr. Washington, D. C. Bane M. C, Jr. Pulaski, Va. Barrett, G. M.„ Jr. Greenwood, Miss. Beirne. R. F.. Jr. Covington, Va. Bell. L. E , Jr. I ' armville. Va. Bellamy, W. C. Wilmington, N. C. Blenckstone, F. E. Oradell, X. -1. BoDENHElM, E. H. Longview, Texas Booth, L. E.. Jr. Roselle, X. .1. Bower, C. W. Norfolk, Va. Bowers, G. W. Whiteville, X. C. Boxley, W. C., Jr. Orange, Va. Brawley, C. H. Durham. N. C. Brown, C. A.. Jr. Cadiz, Ohio Brown, W. B. Goldsboro, N. C. Burgess, J. J. Fort Worth, Texa Burke, B. A. Richmond, Va. Burton, C., Jh. Hopewell, Va. Byrd, H. F.. Jr. Berryville, Va. Callis, J. E. Mathews, Va. Campbell, D. McK. Richmond. Va. Carpenter. G. W. Johnson City. Tenn. Carper, H. F., Jr. Roanoke, Va. Carrier. R. W. Reading. Pa. Carter. R. L. F.arlehurst. Va. Cavanaugh, F. B. Fredericksburg, Va. Cavedo, W. H. Richmond. Va. Childress, J. W. Roanoke, Va. Cobb. B. E. Fort Smith, Ark. Cohen, H. W. SI. Louis. Mo. Cosdon, W. B. Clarendon. Va. Cover, J. R.. II Elkton, Va. Crafton, H. C, Jr. Hagerstown, Mil. ClUNKORD, J. R. Washington, D. C. Cronk, E. M. Norfolk, Va. ClIRRENCE, W. W. Clarksburg. W. Va. Dalton, H. M. Norton, Va. Darden, A. C, Jr. Hampton, Va. Davenport, D. D. Miami. Fla. DeJarnette, E. H. Princeton, W. Va. DeMeo, L. J. Corona, N. Y. Deppe, G. E. Hampton, Va. Derby R. A.. Jr. Albany, N. Y. Downey, W. T. Richmond, Va. Duncan, A. S. Jacksonville, Fla. Dunn, C. N , Jr. Wilmington, N. C. Early, J. R. F.asi Radford, Va. Elliot, C. W. Somerset. Ky. Elliott, R. G., Ill Detroit, Mich. Emory, W. W. Centerville, Md. English, J. P. Richmond, Va. Eunson, R R. Ingleu d. Calif. Evans, R. W. Lynchburg, Va. Faries. D. T. St. Davids, Pa. Fehrara, C. C. New York, N. Y. Ferrell, W. B. Richmond, Va. FlANACAN, J. N. Hlanton, Miss. Fleshman, R. R. Roanoke, Va. Flippin, G. E., Jr. Lynchburg, Va. Follin, F. T. Clarendon, Va. Folsom, W. G. Washington, Mo. Foltz, A. M. FoRSYTHE, J. A., Ill Harrisburg, Pa. Fort, G. E. Nashville. Tenn. Fo„TER, I. G. East Lynn, Mass. Freeman, G. C. Cradock, Va. Freeman, J. J. Bellerose, N. Y. Frost, C. C, Jr. Hampton, Va. Futrell, W. G., Jr. Newport News, Va, wmnmn BO. DB ! fa GILBERT, C. McL. Charlottesville, Va. Jordan, J. E., Jr. Sutherland, Va. McKibben, S. M. Charlerio, Pa. Giles, W. V. Lynchburg, Va. Jordan. 0. E. Baltimore, Md. McMillin, D. S. Dallas, Texas Gill, D. C. Okmulgee, Okla. Kelly, F. LeN.. Jr. Hopewell, Va. Meem. J. C, II Brooklyn, X. Y. Gill, E. W. Okmulgee, Okla. Kennedy, J. W. Beaumont. Texas Mellon, R. C. Nashville, Tenn. GlNSBURC, A. I. Fort Worth, Texas Kimball, A. 1!. Dallas, Texas Middleton W. P. Greenville, Texas Gracey, M., Jr. Augusta, Ga. KlRKLAND, C. H. Concord Depot, Va. Millar, C. M. Clarendon, Va. Crant, W. S. Accomac, Va. Kirks, R. F. Petersburg, Va. Montgomery, Af B. Elizabethtown. Ky. Grasty, J. S . Jr. Charlottesville, Va. Kmcht, L. C. Alexandria. Va. Moore, R. E. Jr. Winfield, Ala. Grecc. W. W. Spindale, N. C. KOORNICK. J. H. Sharon. Pa. Moore. W. R. Lexington, Va. Haggard, C. A. Miami, Fla. Kulp, J. M. Roanoke. Va. Morgan, G. D., Jr. Richmond, Va. Hancock, C. W. Lynchburg, Va. LaGiclia J L. Norfolk, a. Needham. 0. F. Port Worth, Texas Hansford, V. N. Herrodsburg, Ky. List, W. C. Miami, Flo. Newman, J. A. Little Rock, Ark. Hard a way, B. C. Louisville, Ky. Little, J. R., Jr. Washington, D. C. Nicholson, E. D. North Weymouth, M Harlow, F. H. Lexington, Va. Lord. J. H. Philadelphia, Pa. Nussey, E. L. Norfolk, Va. Harris. A. T.. Jr. Richmond. Va. LORENTZEN. J. N. El Paso, Texas Oatley, C. W. Great Neck. X. Y. Hayo P. W. Cincinnati, Ohio Lowe, C. M. Charleston, W. Va. 0 Connell W. N., Jr. Maywood, 111. Headley, G. R. Callao, Va. Luck, G. B. Richmond, Va. O ' Hara, R. G. Alexandria, Va. Henry, W. C. Richmond, Va. LUCKETT, H. D.. Ill Norfolk, Va. O ' RlORDAN. C. F. Richmond, Va. Hicks, J. L. Richmond, Va. Manly, J. F. Buena Vista, Va. Parker, J. C. Dendron, Va. High, F. W. Roanoke, Va. Marchant, E. S. Richmond, Va. Parks. E. P., Jr. Onancock, Va. Hocker, C. M. Elizabethtown, Ky. Martens. H. W. Albany, N. Y. Parsons, S. W. Cape Charles, Va. Holland, L. G. Independence, Mo. Martin, D. H., Jr. Indiana, Pa. Patterson, L. A. Richmond, Va. Holmes, W. E. Bethlehem, Pa. Massey, E. D. Washington, D. C. Patterson, W. Mayville, N. Y. Holt, W. C. Greensboro, X. C. Mayson, J. D. Buford, Ga. Penn, J. C. Abingdon, Va. Horner, H. C.. Jr. Lakewood, N. J. McBee, D., Jr. Greenwood, Miss. Perfater, H. W. Fast Radford. Va. Humphreys, J. W.. Jr. Richmond, Va. McClunc, 0. H., Jr. Lexington, Va. Perrktt, C. Van V. .Marshall. Mich. Jones, H. P.. Jr. Cheriton, Va. McKenzie, A. 0. Dallas, Texas Peters, H. W. Appalachia, Va. mmreJR£ Q DB I Pettit, N. W. New Canaan. Conn. Philpott. J. R. Lexington, N. C. Pope, C. McD. Petersburg, Va. Potts. S. T.. Jr. Norfolk, Va. Price, O. T. Bealeton, Va. Pl ' RDY. M. C. Caro, Mich. Quicley, T. T. New Orleans, La. Rader, R. M. Appalaehia, Va. Rankin, E. C. Luray. Va. Rawlincs, W. V. Capron, Va. Renn. E. H. Norfolk. Va. Reynolds, P. E. Roanoke, Va. Rhodes J. W. Middletown, Va. Richmond, W. F. Skelton, W. Va. Rife, M. O., Jr. Shreveport, La. Riley. T. F. Harrisonburg. Va. Rogers, W. J. Virginia Beach. Va. Ro.ch, W. White Plains, N. Y. Ryland, T. S. V irginia Beach, Va. Schupp, C. F.. II Albany, X. Y. Sherman, J. C. Newport News, Va. Sherman, W. B. Newport News, Va. Shively, M. T. Houston, Texas Simmons. J. E„ Jr. Tarboro, N. C. Sizer, A. C. Schuyler. Va. Sledge, T. D. Whiteville, N. C. Slemp. C. B., IV Big Stone Gap, Va Smith, C. H. Lexington, Va. Smith. J. L.. Jr Berkley. W, Va. Smith, J. N.. Jr. El Dorado, Ark. Smith. S. P.. Jr. Charleston. W. Va Snapp. A. J. Roanoke, Va. S ' tark S. A., Jr. Geldsboro, N. C. Steinemann, G. C, Jr. Sandusky. Ohio Stevens, L. R. Los Angeles, Calif. Stewart, H M., Jr. Philadelphia, Pa. Stewart, P.. Jr. Cincinnatti, Ohio Strange, E. B., Ill Gordonsville, Va. Sweeney, T. H., Jr. Brownsville, Texas Telfair, E. H. Wilmington, Ohio Thompson. J. P. Marshall, Texas Thompson, W. H., Jr. Norfolk, Va. Thurston, C. E., Jr. Norfolk. Va. Todd. L. McM. Greenville, S. C. Trant, R. F., Jr. Norfolk, Va. Travis, G. J. Tarrytown, N. Y. Tyler, R. E. Eastport, lid. Urick, M. S. Roanoke. Va. Vaden, C. S. Richmond, Va. Vaden, T. B. Richmond, Va. Veasey H. D. South Boston, Va. Vose, F. C. Warrenton, Va. Wade, R. O. Lexington, Va. Wales, J. E.. Ill Norfolk, Va. Walker, J. W., II Jacksonville, Fla. Walker, L. B., Jr. Norfolk, Va. Walker, T. E. M. Washington, D. C. Washeurn, B. C. Montgomery. Ala. Watson, W. G„ Jr. Kokomo, Ind. Williams. E. H., Jr. Smithtield, Va. Williams, H. E. Belspring, Va. Williams, O. E. Greenville, Pa. William ' , S. S., Jr. Chippewa. Wis. Williamson, W. G„ Jr. Vivian, W. Va. Willincham, F. F. Winston-Salem, N. C. WlLLSON, F. DeS. Washington, D. C. Wilson, R. D. Dallas, Texas Woodhouse, T. L.. Jr. Virginia Beach, Va. Young, J. B. Fredericksburg, Va. Zahner R. J. St. Albans, N. Y. Zimmerman, J. W.. Jr. Lexington, Va. Zollman, C. M. Walton, Ind. BOOR DIEK5 RY COL. RICHARD STEARNS DODSON Colonel Dodson is leaving the Institute this year after having spent five successful years as Commandant. His stay here has been characterized by success as has all the rest of his life. He graduated from V.M.I, with the class of 1906 as First Jackson Hope Medalist, First Lieutenant, member of the football team, and Editor of the Bomb. After obtaining his C. E. Degree at Cornell he became a Second Lieutenant in the Army. During the World War, he served as a Lieutenant-Colonel of Field Artillery, participating in the St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne offensives. After the war he served in the Philippine Islands from 1920 to 1922. Colonel Dodson is an honor graduate of the Command and General Staff School at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. After Ins graduation from War College in 1927 he became Commandant here. While be has been here he has done much to aid the Institute and has introduced quite a few changes in the Corps. Among the most noteworthy of these changes are the arrangement of the companies by units, changing the corps into a regiment of two balallions, adoption of the Pershing style caps and Wednesday afternoon show permits for the lower classes. In all of his actions he has acted in a manner that be deemed best for the corps as a whole. As he leaves the Institute for new fields we wish to take this opportunity to show our ap- preciation for his untiring interest and we wish him the best of luck. hfwmfVw BO: DB I 5£3 Regular Army Officers Detailed by the L. S. Government as R. 0. T. C. Instructors Major Richard S. Dodson, Field Artillery Professor of Military Science and Tactics; Commandant of Cadets Major Gabriel T. MacKenzie, Infantry Senior Instructor Infantry; Executive Officer E. O. T. C. Units Captain Bertrand Morrow, Cavalry Senior Instructor, Cavalry Captain George D. Wiltshire, Cavalry Assistant Instructor, Cavalry First Lieutenant Shirley R. Hurt, Field Artillery Assistant Instructor, Field Artillery Unit First Lieutenant Foster J. Tate, Field Artillery Assistant Instructor, Field Artillery Unit First Lieutenant William E. Waters, Field Artillery Assistant Instructor, Field Artillery Unit First Lieutenant Edwin B. Howard, Infantry Assistant Instructor Infantry Unit; Adjutant R. O. T. C. Unit 202 | Tactical Officers Major Richard S. Dodson Professor of Military Science and Tactics; Commandant of Cadets Major Henley P. Boykin Major Richard C. Weaver Captain Medford G. Ramey Captain James L. Simms Captain H. St. G. T. Carmichael Captain Edmund J. McMullen Ca ptain Curry T. Guinn Captain Joe T. Brodnax Captain VrRGiL B. Grow Captain Ludwell L. Montague Captain Charles H. Dayhuff Captain Leonard K. Fitzgerald i m Captain Rufus E. Fort Captain James C. Brewer il - J m 13X9 R-f° ' f ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' TZ T ° LH F trawtfwi ®Q®S Commissioned Staffs Cadet Captain and Regimental Commander ■ Cadet Captain and Battalion Commander . ■ Cadet Captain and Battalion Commander ■ ■ Cadet Captain and Regimental Adjutant ■ ■ Cadet Captain and Regimental Supply Officer Cadet First Lieutenant and Battalion Adjutant Cadet First Lieutenant and Battalion Adjutant . A. W. Marklis J. F. George, Jr. . L. F. Cary A. W. Bryant . H. P. Baya W. R. Fuller J. C. Thomson 205 k! m ■ i lb- |T REGIMENTAL STAFF H.P.BAYA JR - CAPTAIN {, REG.QM. W.B. GIBBS REG SERGEANT AUJOR 5.H.MEEM JR. REG. QM. SERGEANT 206 Illll l i BATTALION STAFF Hill W.M.ST1TH BN SERGEANT MAJOR J.W GARY COLOR SERGEANT I m wmwnF Q 3E JET w OFFICERS A COMPANY W.H.M ' NEAL SECOND LIEUTENANT G.S.TURNER 5EC0ND LlHv ' TES ' A ' iT H.E . Fisher R. R. Turner P. C. Wooters, W. S. Hayman Q. M G. P. Page C. P. MacDonald J. A. B. Baker A Company Officers . . . Cadet Captain W. H. McNeal . . Cadet Cadet First Lieutenant G. S. Turner . . . Cadet J. N. Adams .... Cadet First Sergeant Sergeants W. L. Calhoun C. A. Steidtmann J. T. Walker C. A. Payne E. L. Kostainsek Corporals C. M. Moody W. Goodwin. Ill R. V. C. Holmes H. B. Wellford J. R. G. Baldwin G. W. Polk T. J. G. Howard Privates First Class Second Lieutenant Second Lieutenant H. Jones M. Nimmo E. Carney R. P. Brown T. B. Grainger J. C. Gilliland R E. Foy I. B. Seay S. J. Mercenhacen H. Fletcher H. D. Ormsby J. C. Monks Second Class J. L. Wood T G Slater J. L. Epps J. W. James M. C. Jordan J. S. Metcalf C L Siegel C. 0. Harris F. P. Johnston E. A. Martin C. Morehead s .1. Stone L. Hilliard W. P. Jones R. A. McCoy Third Class E. R. Outten A S Wilson W. M. Allen E. E. Eberiole 0. E. Lanford R. Redding G. N Wise B. A. Bennett J. M. Goodwin M. M. Milton G. R. Sledge T. R. Wise F. H. Browning R. L. Hogan W. J. Owen R. H. Taylor C. I,. Yon E. A. Cockey W. S. J0HN;0N H. S. Pettit Fourth Class A. C. Wills L. E. Bell R. G. Elliott C. M. Hockeu N. W. Pettit W G Watson C. A. Brown R. R. Eunson J. W. Humphreys M 0. Rife R. D. Wilson J. J. Burgess F. P. Follin R. E. Kirks W J. Rogers 0. E. Williams R. W. Carrier J. A. Forsythe H. D. Luckett c. F. Schupp S. E. Williams B. E. Cobb G. E. Fort D. H. McClunc R. L. Woodhou. F A. C. Darden G. C. Steinemann E. M. Cronk C W. Hancock H W. Martens E. H. Telfair L. B. Walker R. H. Derby V. N. Hansford G. T. Travis R. J. Zahner W. P. Middleto.n J. R. Early B. C. Hardaway W Patterson J. E. Wales Immvfl BCHDB W OFFICERS w COMPANY J.KEITH . SECOND LIEUTENANT 210 J.H.TURNER SECOND LIEUTENANT hwiwwn BCKDB I B Company , Officers C. W. Oliver • . J. M. Rea . . . . Cadet First Lieutenant J. H. Turner . . Cadet Second Lieutenant R. M. Berkeley . . . Cadet First Sergeant Sergeants W. C. Landis, Q. R . R. S. Singleton J. W. Wheeler 0. D. Smith C. S. Betts C. J. H iRKRADER A. E. Susong Corporals J. H. Crawford D. A. PlTKETHLY J. A. GOSHORN .1. D. Baldwin H. N. DlLLIARD W . G. Walker R. S. Edmonds J. R. Swindell .1. C. Jones J. P. Leary J. A. McCrary J. J. Ward Privates First Class w W. Cave F. F. FlNKLEHOFFE M. D. Hopkins B. M. Cutchin C. Moyka R. L. Ould G. L. H. Cooper R. E. Leach E. C. HllDCINS E. C. Rawson 0. W. Lyle R. F. Dunn R. T. Moore J. L. O ' Briejn T. J. Moore G. R. Taylor G. H. MlTTENDORF R. G. Carter P. P. Nelson Second Class D. D. Wright W. 0. Bravshaw 0. B. Dickinson C. P. Kearfott T. L. Moore J. G. Todd E. R. Marshall A. R. Rochelle N. W. DlNGMAN S. C. Curtis L. B. Jones F. W. Richards T. R. Winston P. C. Edmunds Third Class B. D. Carter A. B. Hannah T. B. Bartlett R. J. Martin P. C. Travers R. W. Hannah J. H. WlSTER C. A. Neidengard R. R. Dixon P. R. Roper .1. D. Dew C. J. Wu H. M. Lipscomb B HUCER C. H. Peng Fourth Class A. F. Lambe J. N. Lorentzen E. D. Nicholson C. W. Elliott 0. T. Price R. 0. Wade E. H. Williams H. L. Williams C. V. Perrett R. W. Evans W. B. Brown W. N. O ' Connell W F. Richmond D. M. Campbell W C. BoXLEY T. E. Walker 0. T. Ayers J. R. Cover D. H. Martin c. M. Dunn H. D. Veasey C N. Kirkland W P. Bagwell H. D. Vaughan G W. Bowers W. R. Moore W. L. Brawley c. G. Ferrara W. C. Bellamy s. A. Starr J. S. Grasty G. E. Flippen M T. Shively T. D. Sledge K N. Harlow J. B. Young E. B. Strange J. D. Mayson OFFICERS w II c COMPANY L.P. ROBERTS m. SECOND LIEUTENANr J.P.CASTLEMAN SECOND LIEUTENANT inwwwF BOCDB I m C Company Officers 1) Cadet Captain L. P. eutenant P. H. Roberts . . Cadet Second Lieutenant Bacby . . . Cadet Second Lieutenant M M. Neale . . . Cadet First L E. C. Hudcins . . . Cadet f irst Sergeant Sergeants W. W. Holt, Q. M. W. H. ■ ettigrew W. L. Kelly W. J. Meriwether L. C. Page C. V. V er Milyea J. T Corporals Meek E. R. Venable P. Z. RuTSCHOW G C. WlLt ' ON J. M. Tra-:k R. S. Gilliam C. D. Hamner G. S. Fultz M. Riddle B. A. Rogers A. B. TlLLET W. P. Douglass C. C. McCallum Privates First Class C. W. Kay J. P. Castleman H. W. Duane C. F. Horst R. F. Waite G A. Hopkins G. B. Johnson S. L. Weinerth D. G. Patterson Second Class S. C. Will S. C. Wolfe H L. Archer M. E. Doyle G. B. Hichtower C. S. Roller J. Carrico W H. Face G. M. King A. B. Taylor S. G. Crews K. P. Kelly E. J. Taylor W. F. Tompkins A. H. Ponzanelli Third Class M. H. Moore J. M. Trossback B. G. Adkins L. Gallant E. A. Law E. W. Tucker K. W. GoNTRUM W. A. Melvin E. L. Whitley A. D. Davis F. M. Johnson E. W. OpDYKE L. B. Wilson P. DeWitt J. M. Williams Fourth Class M. R. Koteen W. S. Potts B. T. Arnold E. H. DeJarnette D. S. McMillen W. B. Sherman R. F. BlERNE W W. Emory G. D. Morgan C. E. Smith W. B. Ferrel E. H. Bodenheim u. F. Needham J. L. Smith L. H. Booth A. M. Foltz J. A. Newman y. P. Smith A. B. Burke I. C. Foster R. C. O ' Haka W. H. Thompson H. F. Byrd C. C. Frost J. C. Parker R. F. Trant W. H. Cavedo G. R. Headley H. W. Perfater R. E. Tyler J. E. Callis G. C. Henry H. C. Rankin H. G. Walker H. W. Cohen A. B. Kimball E. H. Renn H. C. Crafton J. W. Lord J. W. Rhodes A. 0. McKenzie 213 H. M. Dalton W. Rojch The Colors R. W. FlNK Color Sergeant J. W. Gary Color Sergeant G. A. Hopkins Color Guard W. N. Mason .... Color Guard SU 2 BATTALION STAFF III ;RC wwwff BQ.(DB OFFICERS it COMPANY hnmnnnw BO.(DB l D Company Officers H. D. Wancer W. T. Payne . - . . . . Cadet Captain L. J. HANSBROUGH . Cadet Second Liutenant . Cadet First Lieutenant W. L. Foltz . . . Cadet Second Lieutenant W. H. Bozel . . . Cadet First Sergeant Sergeants T. H. Harrel, Q. J. S. Lay M. B. P. Harri J. M. KURT2 on W. S. Grant G. B. Ax J. 0. Burke Corporals II 1 R. B. Allport R. P. Smith J. M. LeSueur G. C. Dunlap N. D. Blakemore I. H. McMann S ' . E. Collins L. R. Harkne? Privates First Class J. M. Whited F. C. Brady s H. H. Finlayson A. S. Buford R. P. Burwell S. R. Chilian L. DeCamps H. F. Hodges R. E. Hume J. E. Prothro L. N. Miller J. N. Lyle F. S. McCall J. E. Oyler Second Class C. S. Potter R. H. Gregory J. Jones S. V. Tallman W. K. Welsh W. E. Buist P. W. Calliham L. M. Caperton J. C. Hickie R. G. Holt W. P. Keithley C. H. Peters G. Kerr J. S. Kirk H. A. Longino Third Class C. F. Noble R. V. Orr A. S. Pattelon B. T. Whited P. C. Roberts J. L. It Rugh J. C. Schaaf W. D. Alexander J. R. Bray W. M. Brown J. S. Carr T. M. Emerson S. W. Fowler W. A. Burruss F. S. Cates E. B. Joseph A. M. Harri on W. H. Kulp G. J. Helms C. P. Lathrop G. Woo Fourth Class W. S. Luck H. B. Webster S. E. Whitemore R. A. Armistead J. T. Avery E. P. Bailey L. D. Baker F. C. Bamman M. C. Bane C. W. Bower J. R. Cranford D. D. Davenport A. S. Duncan J. N. Flanagan R. R. Fleshman G. C. Freeman A. I. GlNiBURG T. T. QuiGLEY W. S. Grant J. M. Kulp A. T. Harris J. L. LaGiglia H. G. Horner J. F. Manly H. P. Jones E. S. Marchant 0. E. Jordan E. P. Parks J. W. Kennedy H. W. Peters J. H. Koornick J. R. Philpott J. W. Walker 217 C. B. Slemp L. R. Stevens T. H. Sweeney J. P. Thompson III C. E. Thurston L. M. Todd F. C. Vose m 111 j ffl ■UHHHHNI ihium hnmfwvw Sa®53 M i OFFICERS w J.A.PHILLIPS ' SECOND LIEUTENANT F. P. WILLIAMS SECOND LIEUTENANT 218 E Company J. D. Fosque W. B. Eagles C. N. Rucker, Q. M F. J. McCarthy Officers . . . Cadet Captain J. A. Cadet First Lieutenant F. P. R. C. Kimbrouch . . Cadet Sergeants J. P. Lea W. C. Weaver J. W. Middleton Corporals Phillips . . Cadet Second Lieutenant Williams . . Cadet Second Lieutenant First Sergeant F. W. Urick J. Lansdale G. E. Bain P. Nash C. W. Bailey W. K. Brewster H. J. Geicer J. F. Allen W. L. Allen H. L. Armistead J. H. Buck C. V. Carson S. H. Darrall T. S. Arnold G. N. Barrett C. Burton W. E. Smith J. Armstrong R. B. Rust R. L. Grecory W. M. CUMMING E. R. Stainback G. Baylor G. S. Bernard S. O. Coxe C. A. George A. H. Emery J. N. Faherty A. C. FuRMAN W. S. George W. B. Co DEN L. J. DeMeo G. E. Deppe C. W. Carpenter J. P. English H. F. Carper J. J. Freeman R. L. Carter J. W. Childres W. C. Futrell E. C. Gill M. Gracey W. R. White H. T. Winkler J. D. Todd Privates First Class J. G. Martin C. L. McGee R. C. Saunders Second Class G. R. Gilliam W. H. Gilmore J. H. Gould Third Class R. A. Hendersoa T. M. Keller W. F. Moore F. D. Morrison Fourth Class W W. Gregg C. A. Haggard L. G. Holland W. C. Holt J. E. Jordan F. L. Kelly W. C. List J. R. Little 219 W. K. Weaver R. H. McCormick D. W. Betts S. A. Smith T. K. Vertner A. H. Thiermann H. L. Woodson R. P. Sledge L. W. Jackson J. E. Powell J. W. Horseman A. F. Hubbard H. J. Pence J. Roberts S. NUTT J. W. Palmer T. L. Palmer D. L. Parish G. B. Luck E. D. Massey D. McBee S. H. McKibben R. C Mellon C. M. Miller A. B. Montgomery B. C. Washburn C. M. Pope M. H. Vaughan R. F. Vaughan E. M. Young C. E. Straub C. F. Stubbs W. B. Tyree R. M. Rader T. F. Riley T. R. Ryland J. C. Sherman A. J. Snapp T. B. Vaden hnmmnm Q®S I OFFICERS w COMPANY J.K.GILL SECOND LIEUTENANT J.M.D. HEALD SECOND LIEUTENANT —— F Company Officers J D Neikirk Captain J. K utenant J. M. J. C. Shell . . . . Cadet First Lit D. Heald . ■ Cadet Second Lieutenant W. C. White . . . Cadet F irst Sergeant Sergeants C. E. ScHOONOVER, Q. M. H. C. Brow N F. B. Epps A. G. Hill J. E. Crocker B. B. Elliott W. 0. Kaylor Corporals G. G. Minor G. A. Rovce W. H. Turner E. H. Spalding C. A. Penick F. Way E. J. Heerdt 0. P. GlLLOCK S. B. Scott H. J. HlNKLE G. R. Tyler J. M. Troutt Privates First Class A. R. Landrum J. T. Brugh S. N. Garrett W. N. Mason T. 0. Smith F. C. Vauchan D. M. Erskine M. Hubbard H. B. Massey E. R. Trapnell W. B. Walshe R. J. Manning E. D. Moody Second Class F. E. Tyler R. M. Clewis R. H. Eanes C. L. King E. L. Phillips C. M. Taylor W. P. DeSaussure C. E. Greiner A. W. Knowles J. Temple J. D. Vance S. A. Douglass 0. HoLiTEIN R. J. Meybin A. E. Van Pette Third Class W. F. Tin. ley V P. H. James T. A. Adams C. R. Dorrier L. Kaufman H. B. Long D. E. Shorter J. D. Davis C. W. East I. R. LlTTRELL J. M. Matthews W. C. Tyler W. W. Davis J. C. Vanderslice B. L. Nesbit F. C. Feam.ter Fourth Class J. F. Albert W. G. Fol-:om L. C. Knicht S. T. Pott., P. Stewart F. E. Blenckstonb C. M. Gilbert C. M. Lowe M. C. PURDY M. S. Urick F. B. Cavanaugh W. V. Giles J. C. Meem W. B. Rawlings C. S. Vaden W. W. CuRRENCE E. W. Gill E. L. Nujley P. E. Reynolds W. T. Downey. W. G. Williamson P. W. Hayo C. W. Oatley J. E. Simmons G. W. Evans F. F. WlLLINGHAM J. L. Hicks C. F. 0 RlORDAN A. C. Sizer F. D. WlLLSON E. W. Farley F. W. High B. W. Parson J. N. Smith D. T. Faries J. W. Zimmerman W. E. Holmes L. A. Patterson C. M. ZoLLMAN H. M. Stewart J. G. Penn M y Sj5 v vi  ■■■■ ■■■«   ' . ' r a is _ Cadet Commissioned Officers A. W. Marklis Cadet Captain and Regimental Commander J. F. George, Jr Cadet Captain and Battalion Commander L. F. Cary, Jr Cadet Captain and Battalion Commander D. T. Long Cadet Captain Company C A. W. Bryant Cadet Captain and Regimental Adjutant J. D. Fosque Cadet Captain Company E H. D. Wanger. Jr Cadet Captain Company D H. P. Baya, Jr Cadet Captain and Regimental Quartermaster J. D. Neikirk Cadet Captain Company F H. E. Fisher Cadet. Captain Company A C. W. Oliver, Jr Cadet Captain Company B W. R. Fuller Cadet First Lieutenant and Battalion Adjutant J. C. Thompson Cadet First Lieutenant and Battalion Adjutant W. B. Eagles, Jr Cadet First Lieutenant Company E J. C. Shell Cadet First Lieutenant Company F J. M. Eea Cadet First Lieutenant Company B M. M. Neale, Jr Cadet First Lieutenant Company C W. T. Payne Cadet First Lieutenant Company D R. R. TuriNer, Jr Cadet First Lieutenant Company A J. K. Gill Cadet Second Lieutenant Company F L. J. Hanshrough Cadet Second Lieutenant Company D W. H. McNeal Cadet Second Lieutenant Company A L. P. Rorerts, III Cadet Second Lieutenant Company C J. A. Phillips Cadet Second Lieutenant Company E J. Keith Cadet Second Lieutenant Company B W. L. Foltz Cadet Second Lieutenant Company D J. M. D. Heald Cadet Second Lieutenant Company F G. S. Turner Cadet Second Lieutenant Company A F. P. Williams .... Cadet Second Lieutenant Company E J. H. Turner Cadet Second Lieutenant Company B P. H. Bagby Cadet Second Lieutenant Company C ;RC ImwmJW BQiDB wmBBBmmmm 0. G. ' s Association After four long years striving to attain and maintain integrity of sleeve and conscience, this rugged contingent alone remains of all the class of ' 32 unsullied by chevron-itch. Their ' s has been the wild, free life of the caged bull — happy, carefree, boned, ridden and indomitable. The citations of the delinquency sheet, the feel of the bricks, the joys of confinement, the romance of the ranks has to them been the breath of life. Hail to thee. Lower Element! Hail, all hail to thee, ye Cream of the Corps. long and honorable history is that of the 1932 Officers of the Guard. Their gallant career was launched auspiciously at the season ' s first convention with the choice of Lewis N. Miller as President by acclamation and a unanimous decision that this man was good enough to be Vice- President, Secretary. Treasurer and Sergeant-at-Arms besides. Bo Whited was appointed Mascot by order of the President. The O. G. brawn reached its peak in the annual grid feud with the 0. D. ' s. Coached by the cunning of Maestro Leach, keyed to a do-or-die tension by Knute Finklehoffe, and urged to victory by the immortal strains of Greiner ' s Tin Can Band, the Big Red Lowbrows dashed onto the field and into their ancient rivals. Doddy ' s boys fought like wildcats, but they didn ' t bring along but three substitutes and against the three 0. G. teams, all lashed to blood-fury and zest for 0. D. meat, they didn ' t stand a prayer. The season ' s crest was reached with the big 0. G. Banquet. With the co-operation of Alec Thelen, the entertainment of Herndon Slicer, and the hearty assistance of the waitress staff combined with the universal high spirits which prevailed, a ' scarf of such delightful proportions was reached as the Robert E. Lee will probably never see again. And through it all the O. G. ' s have faithfully fulfilled their mission of guarding the Institute. It ' s still here, isn ' t it? A famous 0. G. once said ' There ain ' t nothing like an O. G., nohow! And who shall gainsay it? Good-bye, V. M. I.! To you, downtrodden of ' 33, we pass the torch of Glory. Vale, slimy Princes! Stay gross! 225 mwmmfi ®Q S I Field Artillery The present field artillery unit was established at V. M. I. in 1919, but even at the time of Stonewall Jackson, Keydets were trundling caissons by hand and feeding the muzzles of Rebel field pieces. An elaborate course of artillery training has been installed at the Institute, and half of the entire Corps bears the insignia of this branch of the service. The memory of every Cadet cannoneer will long retain the stamp of his train- ing: in the fall the taste of parade ground dust thrown from the wheels of carriages, the revelry of standing gun drill, the crunch of toggle against shin bone as an off- borse ran wild, and the merry, merry nights in the hospital recovering from hoot- marks of man ' s noblest friend ; in the winter, the cold cramped hands which tried in vain to work problems whilst the mercury in the B. C. ' Scopes froze, the cheerless monotony of tactical classes, the mystery and glamour of firing smoke puff problems and the joys of walking up and down mountains with pedometers; in springtime, the adventure of sticking with the battery during a stampede, the thrill of R. S. 0. P.- ing, the lovely muck groomed from steaming flanks and the tube swabbing squalor of the spring hike. Ah — but we love it ! And where ' er you go, you always will know That those Caissons are rolling along! Fort Hoyle, Twenty parts of colossal mosquitos, twenty parts of reeking horse meat, twenty parts of apalling heat, twenty of A No. 1 swear words, and twenty of whoopee— stir them up with an aiming circle, add a dash of sand, a bit of a Moose Gazette, about four hundred C. M T C ' s and umpteen gallons of discipline, and, having thrown in a few stinging nettles and checkroom girls, add a tank of beer and pour it in a swamp, and you have the F.A.R.O.T.C. camp of 1931. Six weeks in the Maryland sticks added much to the character of ' 32 s sixty artillerymen. Iney learned to drill for hours in terrific heat and immediately thereafter to don asbestos straight- J?™ ' 5 groom for hours; they learned to live without sleep; they learned to exist with C.M.T.G. s and mosquitos; they learned that Baltimore contains more than brownstone fronts; they learned that six weeks could actually pass without bad weather. And they learned that war is hell. Yet it is not without pride that ' 32 looks back on its training period al Fort Hoyle. They are proud of that fastest growing of all publications, The Moose Gazette, the voice of democracy in that desert of tyranny which finally claimed even the straight dope sheet itself. It will always remain somewhat of a mystery as to who published that last nocturnal edition of this periodical. They are proud of the associations which they had with the officers of Fort Hoyle, whose hospitality was perhaps the chief factor in making camp life worth living. They are proud of the prowess which drew Maryland femininity from the college boy students of Aberdeen and of the reputation which caused four hundred C.M.T.C. ' s to avoid the battery street with awe, even when only Bo Whited was home. They are proud of their association with the superb enlisted personnel of the U. S. Army. And they are proud of being still alive. ' 32 has mucked and moiled in your sweat-box. Fort Hoyle; they ' ve grinned and borne all you could hand them; they ' ve come out tough and almost military; and they ' ve taught your enlisted boys a few more cuss words. And despite all, old Fort Hoyle, she ' ll always cany a warm spot in her heart for you. So all together, gang — one more time: |vwinm B i I)Jtt i Cavalry at V. M. I. The Cavalry unit of the R.O.T.C. at V.M.I, offers a cadet four exciting years. Besides many hours of riding and troop drill, many of the Cavalry ' s tactics are taught the student, and cadets graduating in the Cavalry at V.M.I, have always been credited with a great amount of effici?ncy. The government has placed an ample supply of horses in the stables here for Cavalry use and has been supplying the school with very capable officers to instruct the cadets. For the past few years there have been two Cavalry troops enrolled in which there have been around 250 men each year. When not engaged in Cavalry drills, these two troops participate in regular Infantry drills. There are no dull moments in the Cavalry, and only those cadets who take to riding and crave action are fitted for this unit at V.M I. After being thoroughly acquainted with Infantry drill, the new cadet finishes the rat year with an elementary course in riding and the care of equipment. The. second year, while con- tinuing with the riding lessons, the cadet participates in troop drills. He enters a course on map reading and map mak ing, then finishes the year with an elementary course on Cavalry field tactics and the nomenclature of all Cavalry weapons. During the third year the Cavalry cadet continues with the riding lessons, participates in drills, fires all the Cavalry weapons on the range, and takes up advance courses in Cavalry field tactics. He spends six weeks of the summer at the Cavalry R.O.T.C. camp. During his fourth and last year the cadet puts the finishing touches on his riding with plenty of jumping exercises. He studies Military History and Military Law along with Advanced Tactics. The big event of the last year, and perhaps the biggest event of the Cavalry cadet ' s entire career at V.M.I., is the endurance contest held at Finals. This tests the cadet for all of his ability and riding skill and a big silver cup is awarded to the winner. Fort Myer On June 12, 1931, twenty-eight V.M.I. Cavalrymen, with the merry making of the Final Ball still very fresh in their minds, reported for six weeks ' duty at thei R O.T.C. Headquarters, Fort Myer, Virginia. The men had journeyed from school to camp by train, bus, and private cars. Some of the vehicles being of dubious endurance, it was only natural that some would be delayed in reaching Fort Myer. However, everybody arrived on time, and after the first day of registering and drawing equipment the remaining days at camp settled down to a routine as far as the army life was concerned. Everything seemed all V.M.I, at camp with two V.M.I, officers, Captains Morrow and Wiltshire, in charge. They must have heard that Keydets were fond of band music because they assigned us the band horses of Headquarters Troop, mostly blacks who were very good at storing great quantities of Fort Myer brown dust on their backs, thereby rendering grooming a tedious task. Some memorable features attended our sojourn at camp. One day was spent at the most God forsaken place on earth, Pohick, Virginia, 100 miles from nowhere, firing a problem on the combat range. Then, who will ever forget that overnight hike we took with the horses — good old horses — which must even be groomed on a hike; and full pack the latter part of Camp? One whole week was spent at firing our qualification scores on the rifle range at Camp Sims. Those days were torrid ones with rifle shots echoing in our ears all day. The social life at camp would require volumes to detail. Many Keydets will say that Washington is the home of some of the fairest ladies on God ' s earth. In all, our six weeks at camp passed rather quickly, and with no very real hardships, one might mention that the task of table waiting, which a certain number of us had to perform daily, was considered at first a hardship by some, but when that eminent trainer of stewards, Caviar Patterson, came to our rescue with dope from his system of table waiting we all were relieved somewhat. Those were days we will never forget. They were days mixed with hard work, good times, fun galore, play. and. above all, replete with good fellowship; days that every man who attended the cavalry camp of 1931 will want to long remember. The Infantry Unit Until recently the Infantry was the sole unit at the Institute; so from this it may be assumed that the glory of the school in the martial line has been forwarded by our representatives of this branch of the service. This fact has been a constant source of pride to the present Infantry unit and justly so. Of late the rival units have somewhat overshadowed the foot soldiers, yet they ever maintain their high standard of efficiency and may always be counted on to put on a good showing when such is required of them. Starting the year slowly, the first few months are devoted to the fundamentals of drill and command in order to initiate the new cadets and to freshen up those others experienced in this activity. The next step in the Infantry training schedule is Extended Order which includes practice marches, sham battles, and various other war-like pastimes. Spring brings in tent-pitching and other particulars in prepara- tion for the annual hike. This affair is one of the never-to-be-forgotten experiences hi the life of every cadet. Four days of marching with full field equipment does not mean a holiday, yet the joys and pleasures are easily found; and when it is all over, we say it was not really so bad after all. This is the culmination of the year ' s training, so it is only reasonable that it should mark its close. ;fiC bwnmw BOCDB qs JO Fort George G. Meade Once again Fort George Meade was the summer encampment of the First Class Infantry from V. M. I. Not a soul enjoyed a cool moment from the time of arrival until the last whistle blew. Daytime was a living inferno of drills and field problems while Baltimore and Washington served as nocturnal stamping grounds. The two and a half weeks spent on the rifle range were a little easier as the work was not so exhausting and there was plenty of time to lay around and bull about the big doings of the night before. Week-end trips were taken to the nearby large cities and summer resorts. On Friday nights dances were held at camp which had a veritable appear- ance of military balls, with uniforms from every school in the Third Corps Area represented. Simon Curtis ' phaeton proved a constant source of wonder to all, for it seemed to run on hot air, hope, and lots of water, backed up by the owner ' s determination to reach his destination. Hopkins run-in with the gangsters, the 9:30 p. m. company street football game, Taylor ' s hay being used for demonstration purposes, and incidents at The Mansion, all furnished topics for gumming sessions. The whalers ' club proved by far to be the most popular fraternity headed by the Great Leach. Oliver, alias Romeo, provided the principal love element, although Ould, Lyle and Cooper were very attentive to some charming debutantes in the nearby cities. Since students from A. M. A. and Maryland were our constant buddies, they should not go unmentioned. Our company, Co. C , having received the highest total score in training admin- istration was designated as the Honor R. 0. T. C. Company at camp and entitled to wear the red, white, and blue ribbon. In conclusion it might be said, We all had a good time in spite of many efforts to make it otherwise. 231 i i i I I I 1 1 I I I W W U ]f Military Memoirs To the Great God Military, we bid adieu, The marching is ended, the bugles are through. The fanfares of music have echoed away, On battle scarred rifles the sun sets today. We pause in reflection, now that it ' s o ' er, And only the sweets are seen in the score. We ' ve forgotten the sweating, the toil and the pain; Reveille is ended — taps, ne ' er again. Four years of marching, the best of our life; What did it net us? — this wearisome strife. Will the thoughts of parades and cadets filed in gray, Cause us to tremor in some far off day? A tear brush aside, men — a bow and a smile, The long martial mem ' ries will linger awhile; They ' ll exist through the highways of infinite time, For they ' re mingled with friendship and comrades divine. — Fred F. Finklehoffe, ' 32. BOOK FQttR, HX5fii:3 5IC( $ H+I4 16 r Aif fA t ' rlM, ' ' ? t;,;C J— - m mm fgJSS , ' For when our line starts to weaken, our backs fail to gain, Our ends are so crippled, to win seems in vain; Then the Corps roots the loudest, we ' ll yet win the day, The team it will rally and fight — fight — fight! Ray! We ' ll gain through the line and we ' ll circle the ends, Old Red, White and Yellow will triumph again; The Keydets will fight them and never say die; That ' s the spirit of V. M. I. kmmwW Q B The Athletic Council Colonel Couper Colonel Anderson Colonel Purdie Colonel Milner Colonel Barton Major Clarkson Mr. W. C. Carneal R. F. Dunn P. C Edmunds II. D. Wanger S. C. Will E. R. Trapnell The administrative powers of the V.M.I. Athletic Association are vested in a governing hody known as the Athletic Council. The purpose of the Association is to promote and regulate all phases of athletic activity at the Institute. The Council consists of five officers of the Instit ute, the President and Vice-President of the Athletic Association, two cadets elected from the group of Varsity captains and managers, the Director of Athletics, and the Editor of The Cadet. The Athletic Council has jurisdiction over all matters of policy, salaries, awarding of mono- grams and emblems, coaches, status of sports, and the publication of its official organ. The Cadet. 238 tmwrovfl BCHDB DUNN PR-£SID€NT EDMUNDS Vice- PRE5IDCNT The V. M. I. Athletic Association The administration of all athletic activities at V. M. I. is almost entirely under the guidance of the Corps of Cadets through the Athletic Association. Its purpose is to handle, and promote the general welfare of, athletic activities at and engaged in by the Virginia Military Institute. Under the able direction of President Roy Dunn and Vice-President Paul Edmunds the Association has carried out the policies of the Institute in athletics and continues the program for expansion of all athletic facilities and activities. Preparations are now under way for the support of a varsity tennis team. The Athletic Association has completed a new set of tennis courts and made them available to the Corps. The Fencing Team and the Rifle Team, while not directly under the control of, or directly supported by, the Association are given every attention to their best interests and it is expected that these sports will eventually become a part of the regular program of The Athletic Association. winfwvwR BQiD JB THE HE-. ' - . - Urfl : .0 D OF HONORABLE yovth: pressinc : ■ - PITH NOBLE emvlation A GRATIFYINC SPECTACLE AN - . R. COVNTRY AND OVR STATE OBJECTS OF HONEST PRIDE TO THEIR INSTRVCTORS AND FAIR SPECIMENS OF CITIZEN SOLDIERS ATTACHED TO THEIR NATIVESTATE PROVD OF HER FAME AND READY IN EVERY TIME OF DEEPEST PERIL The Monogram. Club That most exclusive of all Barracks societies. The Monogram Club, was ably presided over this year by D. D. Wright. This organization has the closer binding of V.M.I. ' s athletic repre- sentatives as a primary aim and has constituted a medium for this purpose as well as jealously guarding the use of that coveted emblem, The Monogram. Louis Siegel was Vice-President and T. B. Grainger, Secretary during the past year. Jo The following are the members of the club: Gill Watkins Waite Gregory Wricht Mason Urick Bailey Turner Smith, I. Baya Noble Walker Dunn Heald Graincer Brown Wancer Straub Edmunds Phillips, J. Kaylor Stith Phillips, E. HlLLIARI) Meem Bumcardner ROCHELLE Mercenhacen Marshall Marklis CUTCHIN DeCamps Rea ROCERS Landis KosTAINSEK Bain RUCKER Travers Monks Venablf. Seicel Allport DoRRIER Smith, W. Epps Will Lavinder Outten 240 m tvimnrmR ' BOiDB 1= , i T ■ i Coach es BLANDY CLARKSON Blandy played on the Keytlet football, basketball and baseball teams for four years preceding his graduation in 1914. He is now in the Mathematics Department and has been Athletic Director since 1927; he was previously head football, basketball and baseball coach at the Marion Institute and the same at V. M. I. from 1914 to 1917 and from 1919 to 1920. He has directed the destinies of of the Athletic Association with the same success that characterized his championship football teams of 1920 and 1921. SON READ Son is a graduate of the class of 1916. star track man while a cadet here and upon graduating came back as assistant coach in track, teaching in the Department of English. For the past fifteen years he has been head coach in track and cross country. His record teams prove to some extent the great success he has been as a coach, and to him is due the credit for some of V.M.I. ' s best athletes. BILL RAFTERY Bill graduated from Washington and Lee University where he was a star in football, basket- ball and baseball. He was one of the best quarterbacks Washington and Lee ever turned out and has proven himself to be one of the best coaches in the sou th. Since he has been at V.M.I, as head coach in football, basketball and baseball, he has gained the esteem of every keydet and alumnus of the Institute. NELS GRANFELT Captain Nels Granfelt was born in Sweden forty years ago and has been a Captain in the Swedish Army. Hei is a graduate of the Royal Gymnastic Central Institute of Stockholm. In 1912 he won the First Prize for gymnastics at the Olympic Gam°s in Stockholm. He has been at V.M.I, for the past four years as coach in all gym work and fencing. He has been a valuable addition to the coaching staff of V.M.I. 241 Coach es HERB PATCHIN The best old trainer V.M.I, lias ever known is Herb. Herb attended Illinois from 1925 to 1929 and later went to Harvard, coming to V. M. I. in the fall of 1929. Since he has been with us he has been the friend of every Keydet in barracks, willing at all times to do anything to help anyone. The credit of organizing the intra-mural sports so successfully is his and we hope he will always be with us. ED HESS Ed came to V.M.I, in the spring of 1927 from Ohio State, where he was a star in both foot- ball and track and on the Ail-American teams for the years 1925 and 1926 in football. Ed has been with us in the capacity of head line coach and his excellent work is proven by the results of the powerful lines he has put out for the Big Red Team since he has been here. TEDDY BEAR HEFLIN Teddy Bear is a graduate of V.M.I, of the class of 1916. He was outstanding in both football and wrestling and was awarded the Cincinnati Medal for that year. After graduating, Teddy Bear came back as a professor in the Physics Department, and as line coach for the Rat football team, and coach for the Rat wrestling team. His teams have always done well and he instills in his Rats some of the real V.M.I. Spirit. PETE HESMER Pete has been at V. M. I. four years as Varsity wrestling coach. He came here after graduat- ing from the University of Illinois in 1929, and where he was one of the best wrestlers that school has produced. Since his time with us he has produced two championship teams and has prospects of many more. Pete has handled his job like no other man could have and we wish him all the luck for the future. m fl Hi jHUlJUUbUb n Coaches DAVE MILLER V.M I. was very lucky this year in getting Dave Miller for the coach in Rat football. Dave graduated from the University of Richmond in 1926 where he was a star in football. After graduating he coached John Marshall High School in Richmond with great success before coming to us. His success with us has been even greater and he has started the Rat team off in the real V.M.1. way. ' ZED KNOX Captain Knox graduated from V.M.I, in 1924. He captained the Boxing Team of that year and after graduating came back as a sub-professor and coach of Rat boxing. His work with the Rats has always been rewarded with success, and the success of the varsity teams has been partly due to his great help. SARG MARGUILES Sarg has been an Army man for the past 24 years and has been coming to us for the past six years during season as a boxing coach. Being an old fighter and having many titles ' to his credit, he lives the game and inspires in bis Keydet fighters some of his own spirit. He has made the V.M.I. Boxing Team what it is today. VIRGIL GROW Virgil, now assistant coach for the Varsity football team, is a graduate of the class of 1930 and was a star on the State Championship team of 1928 and 1929 as well as an outstanding player in basketball and baseball. After graduating he coached the Rat team for one year and has been a valuable assistant to Raftery in coaching the Varsity. 243 1 — 1 I ;rc IPs vwmwPp BCHDJB Cheer Leaders Stuaht Will, Head Cheerleader Luke Df.Camps Frank Hodges Hank Noble Bill Outten Bill Tomkins Larry H aukness 244 1 n ■,:■■ ■ -■ - ■ . - ' ' f h-. ' - ,Vv ,•■■ ' ' i.r- ■ ' .■:■■ ' ■--;. .- ' -■ • .-.  ; • , v.- . , , J - Q.EiuM AADfO iJa Z 245 v 1, . x S.J.MERGENHAOEN,MGR.. The Flying Squadron Despite the fact that the record hooks showed a three won and one tied, there is a feeling in the heart under the able leadership of Captain Johnny Gill, Reds fought unceasingly in the face of odds and they that searing last game, with V. P. I. in Roanoke. The ' 31 edition of the Squadron broke into the Hampden-Sydney 6 to on Alumni Field, but more than that it uncovered th ability of Buck Wright and the unheralded possibilities of Billy Smith. Li after Smith ' s fine run had gained only yardage and no points, Buck took the secutive times and after gaining 21 yards and two first downs he carried it down of the 1931 season. Richmond University realized her life ' s ambition and nosed the Keydets by a 7 to score, much to the chagrin of Raftery and his protege; start to finish but a last quarter passing attack went ,o impressive season, with six games lost, •y Keydet that the 1931 Flying Squadron, eminently successful season. The Big stopped fighting until the final whistle of ith the V.M.I, ihen Chaltain i opening game, defeating 3 suspected line-plunging ite in the final quarter, pigskin in tow five con- over for the first touch- utplayed the Ti agged one of L Big Red forward wall did :-s from inder ' s all the Monty heaves and stepped across for the only marker of tha game dirty work of this game, holding Richmond for four downs Rea and Irvin Smith brightened Keydet hopes by their brilliant wink. A smart and powerful Duke eleven outkicked the Squadron in the next game to eke out a 13-0 victory. V.M.I, was decidedly off form, but at times displayed a spirit that would have knocked the Blue Devils off had it been maintained. The breaks gave Duke one score and Brewer smashed the line for the other. That Wade ' s touted outfit was not much better than Raftery ' s is indicated by the fact that the first down count was even. The Citadel game had the aspect of a grudge fight and the South Carolinians went home with a moral victory in a 13-13 sco re. It was in this fray that Bill Smith and Wobbles Waite placed them- selves in the star class, the former by a spectacular 65 yard dash for a touchdown and the latter by his terrific plunges through the line for a six pointer. Johnny Gill gave a sample of the kicking that was to bring joy to all Keydet hearts a week later. That Virginia game is worthy of a book. Led by Travers and Waite and aided by the splendid W N l ....  ■ r. ' a- tn i kicking of Captain (Jill the Plying Squadron crushed, trampled, and smeared to perfection what might have been a greal Cavalier team. In the center of the line Monty Rea gave the home folks a real show of how the snapper- back job .should be handled. Virginia scored curly on a kick from the field but .Stumpy Travel ' s returned the next kick-off 75 yards and using a puss once and Waite through the line twice Billy Smith led V.M.I, into the scoring column. A pass from Smith to ' Gregory netted the second score and Waite crashed through for the second one after a running attack had put the hall into position. Knstainsek, Marklis, Milliard, and Rochel.le, forming, with Rea, the main wall of defense, upset Wahoos all over the field and the Corps went on to Yorktown, happy with an IS to 3 victory over first half of the Maryland game to win e unable to hold the pace in the third 41-20 victory. Y.M.I, scored 20 points j the midsection of the Cadet line was t cope with the complicated and deceptive rh bcmdS j CHARLIE STRAU RALPH WAITE i.vlor, Jones, Carter, Rucker, and Irvin Smith iled to stop the Terps. Seigel looked good for right, in his first game since an injury in t ivinder failed in a desperate rally at the last. folks. Taylor, md scrap, and ad faili: The Flying Squadron went to Davidson, the next week regain their stride the Reds dropped a 7-0 fight to the Wildcats. Billy Smith ' s passing was not as effective as it had been against Maryland and the linemen had not yet recovered fully from the bruises of the week before. With half the First Class to cheer them the Keydets gave Norfolk fans a real show and took in a heavier and older Clemson crew to the tune of 7 to 6. Captain Johnny Gill earned the marg in of ptor by ki eking o goal and blockii g aiu.tl er, 1 nt it i •as the i vork of Smi th and Wi tki that pave d the :-,,- W itkin ' b ■illi mt defen ,e wo ■k cons tituted the ma cog in tl e V.M.I . machii e. One of the greatest exhibit! ons of fight that Al mm Field has earned a 12-20 score w Ill a sm irte r, heaviei , fast er, and despe rate pa of Wilde ats Iron Kentiu ky. Tho se vho were playing the r last ande r t Chevron Wearers Humbled at Hands of First Class Privates Before the largest and most colorful throng that has ever witnessed an annual D.-O.G. football fracas, the speedy and hard-charging First Class Privates ran rampant over a brave and stalwart, though insufficient, Chevronite football eleven, to the rhythm of 22-0. At two p. m. the entire Rat corps embarked from the train in front of the stables, and, under the able bands of the master showman, Goose Greiner, and his worthy assistants, the musical bandsmen preceded one of the most individual and sensational picturesque exhibitions that followers of the pigskin sport have ever had the pleasure to witness in these parts. They presented a review that would put the famous Prussian Hussars and all the other crack outfits to shame, and it was with exceedingly great enjoyment and pride that many military illustrates looked on at this memorable spectacle. The massive bunch of numbers that the Leach and Finke 1 coached team gathered, does not truly reveal the closeness and excitement of the struggle. Though the O.G. ' s goal line was never threatened, the O.D. ' s put up a good clean fight all along and should be commended for their courageous battle, against overwhelming odds. Right from the opening whistle, the Privates went into action, and led by the excellent off tackle and center thrusts of Johnnie Monks, the teeth-gritting halfback from Pleasantville, Enn Why, behind the masterful blocking of the original White Sweater Kid from Charlottesville, our own Flash Taylor, scored the first touchdown by a plunge through the middle of the forward fence with Taylor carrying the pointed sphere. The pass attempted for the spare number was squelched, and the score was: Rear Rank, 6; Gingerbread Boys. 0. In the next quarter, Cutchin and Monks pulled the curtain off of their tricky aerial display, and by the time the whistle blew at the half, Monks had knifed his way through many chevron ladened arms for the second six point tally. This, along with a little maneuver behind the O.D. ' s goal line a brief spell before, when Heald blocked a punt for a safety, put the O.G. ' s on the long end of a 14-0 score. In the second half, it was the staging of some pretty and dashing broken field meandering by the Hot Shot Kid, Pedro Rawson, that attracted a major part of the spotlight. The flaxen- haired luminary of the O.G. ' s weaved, twisted, and shimmied his path through the outstretched arms of the havoc boys, and gained many white stripes with his inimitable running. Perhaps the best single effort on his part was the novel and complete obliteration of Pills Hansborough from the path of Johnnie Monks after the latter had snared a pass from Ikey Cutchin, that Franklin County Speed Merchant, and converted it into the grey ' s last touchdown. The entire cast in the O.G. ' s back area was galloping in noble fashion, and pulled some precise shift forma- tions that would have made Pop Warner hang his aged head in shame. In the O.G. line, Tousle Head Mason, that blond pursuer from the dry dock haven, and Cumbersome Stainback, that Cracking Carolinian, combined into as pretty a brace of wingsters anyone would desire to behold. These boys were smashing in, checking out, and dragging down, as all efficient ends should. The individual efforts of Overcoat Fletcher, Moose Miller, Trotsky Trapnell, Lon Chaney Moyka, Shopgirl Oyler, Green Grass Ormsby, and Hill City Heald, were greatly commendable, and it was through the short breathed efforts of these men that the O.D. men were often stopped in their tracks. The high light of the Sash and Saber Kids was the brilliant Statue of Liberty play that they unfolded just prior to the final gun. Mopie Long and Loap Roberts duetted on this play, and as a result, the demeritless warriors almost crashed into the column. Their blaze of glory was 252 Sumhv School Center, played a bang up game in and out of the line, and his uncanny calling o OG-s play was a great aid to the O.D s. Silent Simon Shell aside from the fme that he was suffering from an acute attack of punch drunkenness, exhibited real fighting form and had he Z. been injured, the Godly Cadets would have been considerably strengthened ,n the front line. Schnozzle Fisher wen. into the game to find out what a football game was like, and before many plays had ensued, despite the fact that he was oblivious to the fundamentals, he hiWlTsufficientlv apt. so that the stretcher reserved for him was unused Water Hv an. George, the Psalm Singing End from Tidewater, showed up like an old school ball player- and his ranginess in spearing forward heaves from the hand of Mopey Long was a t C °° ti ;i r ontest throughout , and, in spite of the few injuries that were gotten during George .. Neale O.G. ' s (22) Moyka S ' ta ■ ' - • - ' - ■• ' .■ ' ■ - ' :■ - ! ' J JtZil confidence is unknown. With all due respect to the feats of the Lowly Ones i. must 1 ,e granted rhat the O D ' s were woefully weak in the reserve station, and the men that played were : c n fronted with an Iron man job. This game came at an opportune fme. and the pleasure that .. afforded the spectators was more than amply worth the struggle. The line-ups: O.G. ' s (22) Mason R. G. Miller C. Powell McNeal L. G. Heald 01lvel L. T. Fleacher She11 L. E. Taylor F. B. Substitu.ions-O.D.-s: Fuller, Fisher. O.G. ' s: Oyler. Martin, Trapnell. Cocke, Seay, Moore Brugh, Ormsby, Keith, Lyle, Bagby, Gregory, Slater. O.D. ' s (0) Paine R. f. back Fos( l ue R. E. Rawson Limy Q. B. Cutchin Hansborough L. H. Monks - Roberts R. H. Turner vmmwRH BCMDB Rat Football Opening the season against the University of Richmond yearlings in Richmond, the Rats held a heavier and more experienced Spider eleven to a scoreless tie. It was a fighting little Red Team which twice held Richmond for downs on its own goal line, and it was the clever toe of Perm that put the ball back into neutral territory. Riley, the Rat fullback, proved himself a powerful line plunger by ripping the Spider line to pieces. The Baby Squadron tasted their first blood when they triumphed in a bitterly- fought battle over the Virginia Frosh, 6 to 0. A sustained drive of sixty yards with a charging line opening holes for the Rat backs, paved the way for the lone tally. Twice were V. M. I. drives repulsed in the Cavalier ' s territory by fumbles and penalties. Playing their third game with a revised line-up, the Rats lost to the little Terrapins of Maryland to the score of 7 to 0. A costly fumble in the first three minutes of play gave Maryland its margin of victory. Flashing an air attack the Rats threatened Maryland ' s goal line, but their opponent ' s defensive work proved loo staunch. Riley played his usual steady game for the Rats while Carpenter displayed uncanny ability at the passing game. Traveling to Williamsburg, the first year team was smothered by the air attack of the William and Mary Freshmen and lost to the tune of 33 to 0. The Rats failed to demonstrate the usual brand of football and were unsuccessful in trying to solve the clever aerial game of their opponents. On November the 11th the Baby Squadron met the Gobblets of V. P. I. for a holiday game in Roanoke. A battle royal ensued for fifty-nine minutes with neither team having an advantage. In the last minute Old Man Luck broke loose to allow a Techman to intercept a pass and convert it into a touchdown. Although the season was unimpressive the Baby Squadron under the tutelage of Coach Miller and Heflin exhibited an abundance of material for the 1933 varsity. 1 ;R€C tmwnnnR BQiDB Cross Country Undaunted by the loss of last year ' s sensational runners, the V.M.I. Cross-Country Team commenced an early and rigorous training schedule in a successful endeavor to supplement their lack of veterans by entering well-seasoned new material in the first meet for 1931. The Virginia Polytechnic Institute sent two well-balanced teams to Lexington, and won both varsity and freshman contests by scores of 20-35 and 21-36, respectively. Captain Bumgardner of V.M.I, ran a brilliant race and finished the 5.6 mile course in thirty-one minutes, thirty-three seconds, winning the event in time closely approaching the record set in the state meet the year before. Turner and Hoist of V.M.I, made good showings, but the more experienced team from Blacksburg led the Lexington cadets across the finish line to amass the winning total. The unremitting efforts of the cadets were amply rewarded early in November when they won a double victory over the invading cross-country runners from the University of Virginia. Lauck and Holden of the Cavaliers were the first two men to finish in the varsity race, but Bumgardner ran a close third with the latter. Hoist and Finleyson were the next ' to finish for the cadets. Wellford, Riddle, and Brugh added their share to V.M.I. ' s score and the result was a 27 to 30 victory for V.M.I. The Freshman event was also a triumph for V.M.I. Foster, Moore, Heniy, Thurston, and McMillin all contributing their share to the 20-42 score. The season ' s climax was the State Cross Country Meet held at Charlottesville on the thirteenth of November. V.M.I, placed second in this event, which was won by V.P.I. ' s organized team of veterans. Lauck and Holden of the University of Virginia tied for first place, but Bumgardner crossed the line for a well run third. The rest of V.M.I. ' s team finished in splendid form, winning second place in the meet. The scores were: V.P.I. 30 points, V.M.I. 48, and the University of Virginia 48. All in all. a highly commendable performance for the Cadets from V.M.I, and especially so when one considers that Bumgardner was the sole survivor of last year ' s champions. The absence of Bumgardner and Horst will be sorely felt next year, but the past season has demonstrated V.M.I. ' s ability to develope a Cross-Country Team worthy of the highest praise in spite of the fact only one man had previous varsity experience. Next year should find captain elect Turner leading a state championship team, comprised of himself, Finlayson, Wellford. Riddle. Burress, Bain, and Rutschow. 256 ImwwwIF BOiDB Varsity Basketball V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. V. M. I. . ... 16 I 23 I. 28 I 27 I. 20 I. 19 I 22 I. 2d I. 18 I 20 I 13 I 24 I. .. 15 I 18 St. Johns : 25 University of Virginia 27 University of Maryland 43 Roanoke College 35 University of Maryland 38 Navy 39 N. C. State 31 Duke 41 V. P. 1 25 William and Mary 28 University of Virginia 29 Duke ' . 45 N. C. State 29 V. P. 1 23 fi€C BROWN CAPT. MRS. MARY A.BROWN SPONSOR ROBERTS MGR. Varsity Basketball V.M.I, may justly be proud of the 1932 basketball aggregation. Although the team was never able to convert any of the thirteen scheduled games into wins, it presented in all encounters the highest brand of spirit, determination and sportsmanship. The 1932 edition of the basketeers is to be congratulated for these three merits if not for its standing in the win column Captain Brown, Mergenhagen, Grainger, Cutchin. Rea and Taylor represent the losses from graduation Captain-Elect Edmunds, Walker, Roller, Travers, Goodwin and a championship Rat squad remain to make the 1933 prospects appear bright. For the opening encounter, St. Johns brought a fast and aggressive team to Lexington to administer a 25-16 defeat to the Cadets. St. Johns, after being held to nine points in the initial period, returned in the second half to amass enough points for a safe margain Captain Brown led the Keydet attack. After being deadlocked at half-time the ball tossers dropped a close contest to the University of Virginia 27 to 23. Captain Bob Brown continued his sterling work at forward. Gregory and Thomas played a great defensive game. A 43-28 loss marked the season ' s first encounter with Maryland. The Old-Liners brought a flashy and dependable quintet to ' 94 Hall and their defensive work kept the Cadets well in check. The next encounter brought Roanoke College to give the Raftery men and unexpected defeat. Garland, rangy Roanoke center, proved the thorn to the V.M.I, defense with his long range shooting. The whole Cadet team seemed to be off form. V.M.I, fought through a futile battle against N. C. State ' s excellent team. Although the score was tied four times during the contest and the lead switched eight times, the loss of Mergenhagen and Grainger by the foul route was too much, and the Tarheel Staters forged ahead in the last period. Duke presented a brilliant shooting aggregation in ' 94 Hall and led by their tall center, Alpert, and Captain Shaw gave the Keydets a 41 to 26 beating. Captain Brown and Ran Gregory headed the V.M.I, scoring with six points each. February 10 brought the Gobblers to Lexington to play the Cadets in a hotly contested engagement. V.P.I, emerged victors at the big end of a 25-17 score. The score was 3 to 3 after 11 minutes of playing, but the V.M.I, men allowed their defense to loosen so that the Gobblers could score six points in the last minute and a half of the initial period. lvTFraflfwff5 Q DB TRAVERS BRUOH GREGORY It appealed that a long- sought win would be the result of the contest with the Indians from W. and M., the Squawmen dis- played rare form in the second period to hold the Cadets to field goals and annex the victory 28 to 20. Grainger and Gregory played a smart game. V.M.I traveled to Annapolis to fall before the highly touted Naval Academy quintet. The Mid- shipmen displayed a great brand of ball. The Cadet tossers drew tough ' breaks throughout t h e game with would-be tallies rim- ming the Jioop while the sailors couldn ' t miss from any angle. The score was 29 to 19. Tom Grainger played a great game to score 8 points. Traveling to Charlottesville the Cadets lost a second contest to Virginia, 29 to 13. The game was infested with fouls and five men went to the showers by that route. Lack of accuracy on the . foul line caused V.M.I, to lose many points. Brown and Gregory played nicely. Alpert, of Duke, once more showed good form to help ad- minister defeat to the Keydets at Durham. Mergenhagen played his best game. Captain Brown was in rare form. The score was 45 to 25. Playing at N. C. State, Brown and his men lost a one-sided game, 29 to 13. The Raftery men showed a complete reversal of form from their showing the previous night at Duke. Blacksburg was the scene of the last appearance of the 1932 basketballers. The Gobblers were outplayed in the last half but emerged the victors by a score of 23 to 18. Captain Brown again led the scoring with nine points. Monograms were awarded to Capt. Brown, Grainger, Gregory, Mergenhagen, Captain-Elect Ed- munds, Cutchin and Travels. i Rat Basketball Watson carried off first scoring on the short end of a 45 to 21 avenged their early season loss After losing the first game of the season to the Virginia Freshmen. 22 to 19, the Rat basket- ball team came back to life and played stellar basketball to win nine straight games before the season ended. The major victories included two wins over the V.P.I. Gobblets and one over the Virginia Freshmen, which gave the Rats a tie with the W. and L. Freshmen for the State Championship. ... Varsity basketball prospects for next year seem unusually bright although lour regulars will be lost by graduation. Watson and Hancock are both able to fill the forward hole left vacant by Captain Brown. Walker seems a good bet for center, while Downey and Millar are capable of holding down the guard positions in a commendable way. A 29 to 21 win over the Gobblets of V.P.I, was well earned, honors. Glass Hi of Lynchburg was sent back to the Hill City score. Hancock and Millar shone brilliantly in this game. In their second game with the Virginia Freshmen the Rats by a 15 to 14 win This was one of the hardest and closest games of the season, with the score being a tie for nine out of the last ten minutes. Downey was the individual star of the game, sinking the winning shot from the middle of the floor in the. last minute. Winding up a most successful season the Rats doubled the score on the V.P.I. Gobblets, 22 to 11. Downey was chosen to captain the Rats, who ended the long campaign with nine wins and one defeat to their credit. University of Virginia 22 Greenbrier 22 Harris Military Accademy 18 Staunton Military Academy 30 A. M. A 24 Massanutten 28 V. P. 1 21 Lynchburg High School 21 University of Virginia 14 V. P. I. ' 11 V. M. I.. V. M. I.. V. M. I.. V. M. L. V. M. I.. V. M. I : 47 V. M. 1 29 V. M. 1 45 V. M. I I 5 V. M. 1 22 261 m Varsity Boxing V. M. 1 6 University of Maryland 1 V. M. 1 2 University of Virginia 5 V. M. 1 5 University of North Carolina 2 V. M. 1 5 V. P. 1 2 V. M. 1 2 West Point 5 V. M. 1 4 University of South Carolina 3 knfmwn BCKDjB g MISS BONNIE B.WINDHAM . SPONSOR ROY DUNN CAPT. BAGBY MOR. Varsity Boxing The Keydet leather pokers had one of their finest records and strongest teams in 1932 that the Institute followers have seen in many years. Participating in six dual meets they took four by large margins, dropping the remaining two against two of the country s leading teams. Army and Virginia, the latter copping the Southern Conference title. Under the able tutelage of Sergeant Margueilles, V.M.I, produced a team of smart, snappy, and well-conditioned mittmen. The season was started by a decisive victory against the Maryland Terrapins, taking the long end of a six to one count. Next they journeyed to Charlottesville where they lost their first dual meet against a Virginia gang of fighters that will go down in the records as one of the finest ever produced in these parts. Every one of the fights, however, was fought in the closest fashion, and the deciding margin of victoiy was extremely scant in the margin. Next, the Cadets got back in the winning column by knocking off a fighting gang of pugs, travelling under the banner of the University of North Carolina. After losing the first two bouts, the Varsity punchsters took the last five in a row, a most remarkable achievement against so powerful an aggregation as Carolina. The following week, the boys from V.P.I, took a long 5-2 count at the hands of the inspired Keydets. The following week-end the boys journeyed to West Point and tasted their last bit of defeat. The Pointers barely eked out a victory, and the performance of the Lexington sockets was far from mediocre, despite a loss in the statistics column. Then came the last dual meet of the season in which V.M.I, took a strong gamecock group from South Carolina over the hurdles. This was a close tussle and the red, white and yellow boxers rose to their greatest heights. Bain, 135 pounder, showed the stuff that winners are made of, and with two more years of competition should do big things. Ed Kostainsek, husky light heavy, had a fine season and con- tinued to show those qualities of coolheadedness that have stood him in such good stead in many other endeavors. Rogers, bantamweight fighter, was handicapped by lack of weight, but his record was by no means deplorable, and he appears to possess enough stuff to go a long way, after a little more experience. For the veterans, Roy Dunn closed his career in a style worthy of a captain. Jack Epps had a nice record, and showed what can happen to a man when he makes up his mind to stick to something until he masters it. His two years ' efforts were rewarded when his team mates honored him with the captaincy of next year ' s team. Also, Johnnie Monks, sterling lightweight, closed his collegiate boxing in a blaze of glory when he won both of his season ' s meets by victories. k mw W OmB 264 S d Imwmfl BCKDB Rat Boxing Season As boxing seasons go, this past one for the new cadets may be termed a great success. Though winning but three of their six meets, the team went down with colors flying and promises a wealth of good material for an unbeatable varsity next year. Winning the season ' s opener from A.M.A., 5 to 2, the next meet was lost to the Virginia first year men by a hair, 4 to 3. North Carolina University freshmen provided the rats with their second win, 4 to 3, while the Navy on the following Saturday won by a similar score. The wins and losses continued to come in pairs with a win from Greenbrier and the other result against S.M.A. in the curtain match of the season. In the bantamweight class. Walker ' s record was marred by an unlucky technical knockout at Virginia, when he was pushed out of the ring. Otherwise, he was undefeated and his experience and skill made him outstanding. Willingham and Eunson fought well in the 125 pound class, improving noticeably as the season progressed. Hocker, the lightweight, carried poison in a right hook and in action bore strong resemblance to a steam engine. Needless to say, he had a great year. Rogers, the 145 pounder, made up for his lack of skill by his aggressiveness and hard hitting and appears to have a future. Burton also fought well in the welterweight division. In the middleweight class O ' Hara turned in t wo thrilling wins before being forced by injuries to turn in his gloves. Folsom developed into one of the best boxers on the squad and his great showing at V.P.I, attests to the power in his punches. Captain Oatley, the heavyweight repre- sentative, was good at the start and then got even better. A fine boxer and a hard hitter, he furnished a good example to his teammates and deserves the honor they gave him. Winning decisively three limes and losing three by close scores of four to three, the Rats earned a better fate. Captain Knox deserves all credit possible for the bunch of fighters he turned out. V. M. 1 5 V. M. 1 3 V. M. 1 4 V. M. 1 3 V. M. 1 2 V. M. 1 5 V. M. 1 3 A. M. A 2 University of Virginia 4 University of North Carolina 3 Navy 4 V. P. 1 5 Greenbrier 2 S. M. A 4 Varsity ' Wrestling V. M. 1 19 V. M. 1 19 V. M. 1 6 V. M. 1 29 V. M. 1 12 Duke 9 University of North Carolina 9 Lehigh 24 Davidson 3 V. P. 1 12 266 5.C. W I LL CAPT. Varsity Wrestling For the past few years the Virginia Military Institute has been establishing records in wrestling which have given rise to a tradition of Southern Conference supremacy for the cadet matmen The brilliant performance of the 1932 wrestlers contributed its share of support towards maintaining this precedent. The opening match of the season found the V.M.I, grapplers invading North Carolina where they won a 19 to 9 victory over Duke University. Captain Wills pinned his man after a few inutes of aggressive fighting. Venable won his first varsity bout by throwing his opponent Rucker, Dorrier, and Landis added to V.M.I. ' s score with time-advantagev.ctor.es The wrestlers obtained their nine points by winning time-advantage from De Camps. Marshall, and leems. in three hotly contested fights. , On lanuarv thirtieth the University of North Carolina failed in an attempt to avenge Duke s defeat The Cadets triumphed over their opponents with a score of 19 to 9; ten of those nineteen points were won by falls. De Camps, Will. Stith, Turner, and Domer starred for V.M.I. The first and only reverse of the season was received from the strongest team in the ' country Lehigh University. Marshall and Dorrier won their two bouts by time-advantage, but the othei members of the cadet team fell before the onslaught of Lehigh s veterans. Undaunted bv LehMi ' s victory, the V.M.I, wrestlers visited Davidson and amassed 29 points to tr ir oppone Us ' 3 Captain Will threw his antagonist in less than seven minutes, and De Camps Venable, and Meems followed suit by duplicating Will ' s performance. oTthe twentieth of February the classic of the season took place in Lexington where the VP I and V 1 wrestling teams fought to a 12-12 tie. The climax of the match was the bout V.rU. and V.M.i. wres u mg i aml c CavJtain wm f V.M.I, in the 135-pound class. Both men HS STaS i Why 1 wTiyTchampLs. Graves finally won by a slender margin ° f fni U a e ch n witl S v!pl S rarked the conclusion of a season which the cadets can always remember wi pride. Coach Hesmer may justly be acclaimed one of the fines ren - o wr3g this side of the Rockies, for he has yet to see his team defeated in the Southern Conference. Next year, under his guidance and the captaincy of Landis, the V.M.I, giapplers should continue their triumphant progress. c MARSHALL 268 on R-T 3 ' ' vxv t ' ' ' ' ' ' W ' T u L3 a Rat Wrestling The Rat wrestling team had a successful season. Of the six meets, four were victories, one was a tie, and one a loss. The first meet was a loss to A.M. A. by a. score of 19%-14%. The meet was close, and it was the inexperience of the rats which lost for them. The next week North Carolina ' s freshmen were met and defeated by a score of 27%-6%. The third meet was a return affair with A.M.A. The rats averaged their first loss and won by a score of 16-14. The following meet was with Greenbriar Military Academy, and the Rats won easily by a score of 27-5. A week later the rats overwhelmed V.P.I. ' s Rat team 24-3. In the last meet of the season the Navy Plebe team was held to a 16-16 tie. Some very promising material for next year ' s Varsity team will come from this season ' s Rat team. Of these, LaGiglia, undefeated in the 135-pound class; Currence, who lost only one match in the 145-pound class; Zimmerman, a wrestler who improved each meet in the 155-pound class; Burgess, captain of the Rat team in the 175-pound class, and Lowe, undefeated in the unlimited class, seem to be the most promising. Dalton, in the 115-pound class, improved very much toward the end of the season and should have an excellent chance to make good on the Varsity. Jones, in the 125-pound class, with another year of experience, should develop into a very clever wrestler. Emory, 165-pounder, with a year ' s Varsity experience should also develop into valuable material. The Rat team had an excellent season, especially when it is considered that only one or two of the Rats had had any wrestling experience before. Colonel Heflin took his rats and developed a team that could more than hold its own with most of the first year teams in this section. V. M. 1 14% V. M. 1 27% V. M. 1 16 V. M. 1 27 V. M. 1 24 V. M. 1 16 A. M. A 19% University of North Carolina 6% A. M. A 14 Greenbrier 5 V. P. 1 3 Navy 16 I-;: ;K€T ImwrnJ BQCDB V. M. I. Fencing Team The season 1932 was only the second season of real intercollegiate fencing at V.M.I. Only three meets were participated in, yet the Keydet fencers behaved like veterans and suc- ceeded in winning all of these. While fencing is still unrecognized as a sport by the athletic association at V.M.I., there are strong forces working for its promotion, and this year the fencers were able to make two trips, while a third team was entertained at the Institute. On January 23, the Keydet fencers made their debut of the season by defeating the University of Virginia fencers on the latter ' s own floor, 8-1. The Keydets exhibited an excellent brand of fencing in this first meet. Moody and Captain Manning were outstanding, both winning all three of their bouts. On January 30, the V.M.I, swordsmen defeated the University of North Carolina fencers 7-2 at V.M.I. Once more the superior skill exhibited by the Keydets completely overwhelmed their opponents. Moody and Allen starred by winning all three of their matches. On February 13, the Keydet fencers journeyed to Baltimore and defeated the University of Baltimore swordsmen 8-1. The winning combination of Manning, Moody, and Allen was again a superior match for the opponents. In all, the Keydet fencers succeeded in winning 24 out of 27 bouts participated in during the season. Only foil matches could be arranged for this season, but the other two weapons, sabre and epee, were taken up also in practice. Too much credit cannot be given to each individual member of the team. The winning combination of Captain Manning, Moody, and Allen, three of the South ' s best fencers, and the worthy reserves, Metcalfe, Geiger, and Weinerth, cannot be praised too highly for their season ' s play. Ably coached by Captain Granfelt, these men worked hard all season to build up the undefeatable organization they finished with. The men who practiced hard all season in the other two weapons, sabre and epee, yet were unable to participate in any meets, due to the scarcity of opponents in these weapons in the South, must be given their due credit. These men were Vaughan, Winston, and Ax. vmmwFI BCKBB The Rifle Team Presenting a formidable array of talent and one of the best balanced and most consistent teams in the history of the Institute, the 1932 V.MjI. Rifle Team hung up an enviable record for the season. The most military team of V.M.I, which engages in inter-collegiate competition has done much to advertise and bring fame to its Alma Mater, with its shoulder-to-shoulder and mail matches. This year under the capable coaching of Lieutenant Howard and the leadership of Captain Carter the team triumphed in shoulder-to-shoulder and mail matches over Georgetown, Western Maryland, V.P.I. , N. C. State, and George Washington. It suffered setbacks at the hands of Navy and Maryland by close margins. At West Point the team engaged in the Eastern Collegiate match with fifteen other teams to emerge fourth with one of the lowest scores fired during the season. Presenting a well-balanced and accurate shooting aggregation of ten men the Riders turned in a score of 3703 in the Third Corps Area competition. This score was sufficient to gain the team first place in the Area. The winning of this match brings with it a large silver cup; and individual medals for members of the team. Winning the cup three years in succession makes its ownership permanent. All the matches this year showed more consistent shooting as a team, than has been evidenced before. There are plenty of reserves remaining to replace those members to be lost by graduation. Captain Carter, McGee, Moody, and Patterson are lost by graduation. Brayshaw, Dingman, Archer, Hayman, Caperton, Redding, Brown, Temple, and McCrary remain to form a nucleus for the 1933 team. 271 ;kc Nmflfrof BCKD Intramural Athletics During the year 1931-32 Trainer Herb Patchin instituted the most ambitious Intra- mural Athletics program in V. M. I. history. Few realize the many objectives of Intra- mural Athletics. A successful Intramurals program gives a pleasurable form of recrea- tion to a large number, develops friendly relations, and inculcates the spirit of co- operation in the contestants. The many kinds of sports embodied in our Intramurals pro- gram undoubtedly developed the contestants physically. One of the primary purposes of Patchin ' s program has been to arouse a permanent in- terest in some of the so-called minor sports, in a sport that the cadets can continue to participate in after graduation. Swimming, horseshoes, handball, volleyball, tennis, and golf belong to this type of sport. Frequently good Varsity material is un- covered by Intramural contests. Several of the Rat finalists in boxing and wrestling won their numerals and will be valuable additions to the Varsity next year. Those cadets who did not win medals at least had the consolation of knowing that they had improved their physical prowess and that they had come closer to the old Greek adage of a sound mind in a sound body. This year ' s program included contests in the following sports: company rifle, boxing, wrestling, swimming, water polo, basketball, horseshoes, foul shooting, track, handball, volleyball, tennis, and golf. During the fall Lieutenant Howard conducted the Intramural company rifle team contests for the purpose of uncovering Varsity material. That he was suc- cessful is evident in the fact that every team shot better than the company teams of last year. The B company team, composed of Captain Carter, Dingman, Brayshaw, and Veasey, won by a 96 point margin over their nearest rival, C company. The fact that there were 251 contestants in wrestling, 156 in boxing, and 158 in swimming shows how great was the interest in Patchin ' s sports. In addition to this large number the spirit and interest of the corps was apparent in the enthusiastic onlookers who crowded the Old Gym to watch the matches. Practically the entire corps turned out for the finals in these events to cheer for their favorites. Since most of the various contests came during the winter and early spring months, the corps was provided with necessary physical exercise and entertaining recreation. The boxing contests provided a close race for C, F, and A companies. C company scored 47 points to nose out F company by one point and A company by two points. The victors were: Walker, T. E. M. in the 115-pound class, Hansbrough, L. J., in the 125-pound class, Hightower, G. B., in the 135-pound class, Rutschow, 3gj P. Z., in the 145-pound class, Polk, G. W., in the 155-pound class, Urick, F. W., in the 165 ' -pound class, Yon, C. L., in the 175-pound class, and Lowe, C. M., in the unlimited class. In wrestling the competition was also unusually keen. The matches were the equal of many intercollegiate contests. The winners were: Veasy, H. D., in the 115-pound class, De Jarnette, H., in the 125-pound class, Finlayson, H. H., in the 135-pound class, Outten, E. R.. in the 145-pound class, Smith, W. E., in the 155- pound class, Zimmerman, J. W., in the 165-pound class, Hostainsek, E. L., in the 175-pound class, and Lavinder, M. L., in the unlimited class. In the swimming events E company amassed a total of 46 points to win over B company ' s 41 points and A company ' s 36 points. Moore, W. E., placed first in both the 30-yard free style and in the 60-yard free style. Yon, C. L., won the 60- yard breast stroke, and Polk, G. W., splashed his way to victory in the 60-yard back stroke. Little, J. R., floated his way to a win in the plunge. A company won all five of its water polo games. D company was second with four wins out of five, and B company placed third with three victories out of five. In basketball F company made a clean sweep of all its games. This quintet, composed of Heald, Nesbit, Heerdt, Andrews, and Walshe, had a hard fight to beat out the runner-up, B company. The B company team won four games and lost one, bowing only to F company by a margin of five points. Handball, foul shooting, track, horseshoe pitching, volleyball, tennis, and golf were not run off in time for the winners to be announced, but a large number of entries were enrolled and the competition was keen. The interest displayed was demonstrated by the fact that practically every man in school participated in at least half the events. F company won the Intramural cup handily last year, but the contests have been so close this year that the outcome will not be decided until the final events have been run off. Every company had a large number of entries, and Trainer Patchin is to be congratulated on the successful completion of such a large program. The success of V. M. I. ' s athletic teams, the good health of the cadets, and the widespread interest in athletics shown by the entire corps is in a large measure due to the hard work of Herb Patchin in his able supervision of the Intramural contests. 273 V. M. I. Alma Mater Old V. M. I. is in our hearts today; We ' ll always keep her in the same old way Ours is the spirit that shall never die; Win or lose we are for V. M. I. We love our old Alma Mater, True to alumnus and friends; As one we stand, Throughout this land, Proud of our history and men. We love our old Alma Mater, We honor old V. M. I., It ' s the same in defeat or in victory, For V. M. I. shall never die. V. M. I. Doxology Red, White and Yellow floats on high, The Institute shall never die; So now Keydets, with one voice cry: God bless our team and V. M. I. Amen. imwmfff aCBB I : © : a o. I ft 1931 Varsity Baseball Scores v. m. 1 3 v. M. 1. 2 V. M. I 4 V. M. 1 4 V. M. 1 11 V. M. I -.-. 4 V. M. 1 5 V. M. 1 9 V. M. 1 2 V. M. I 2 V. M. 1 3 V. M. I 8 V. M. 1 5 V. M. I 14 V. M. I 3 V. M. I 3 V. M. I 7 V. M. 1 9 Georgetown 10 Maryland 10 Dartmouth 3 Dartmouth 2 Hampden-Sydney Virginia — 3 N. C. U. Ill innings) 5 William and Mary 11 N. C. U - 3 N. C. U 6 N. C. State - 1 N. C. State 4 V. P. I. - 3 Virginia - - 9 William and Mary 11 V. P. 1 1 Maryland — 5 Richmond — 2 ;RC Ivwvwvrff BCKDB rf CUTCHIN -CAPT. PINKL-EHOFFE-MGR. Varsity Baseball, 1931 Severely handicapped by the loss of several of last year ' s regulars, Bill Raft?ry, nevertheless, built up a smooth working nine that registered twelve victories in a difficult eighteen game schedule. The best parts of the whole performance were the double victories over Virginia and V.P.I., while the two defeats handed Dartmouth didn ' t cause much sadness. Adverse weather conditions deprived the boys of a crack at the Yale outfit. With Cutchin, Edmunds, and Britton on the sacks, and Captain Gilly Laughorn at short, there was little to be desired in the way of an infield. In the outer garden Mulie Noble, Outten, and Waite formed the regular trio of fly chasers and turned in some brilliant work. Blocker and Turner held down the sack end of the batteries, while Hank Noble, Williams, Mason and Shomo delivered the pill in a way that the score book shows was wicked. The heavy artillery of the ball team was centered in Mulie Noble, Outten, Edmunds, and Laughorn. Three of these men will be at the plate with the big stick next season, and should be able to give next year ' s pitchers some worthwhile support in the scoring column. Mason is the only one of the 1931 staff who will be available next spring. Smith will come up from last year ' s team to help Mason out on the mound, while the rest of the pitching staff will have to come from recruits. Ward comes up to assist in the outfield and brings with him an eagle eye and a bat that can swat the ball when he finds it. Tyree, Buford, Brown, Lydick, Carney, Moore, S ' traub, Pitkethly, and LeSueur will add ability as well as numbers to Raftery ' s squad, and if Bill can develop enough pitchers to cany the burden, the coming season should be just as good, if not better, than the record of the last year. 277 M (Of 278 ;fi€i l Rat Baseball The class of 1935 furnished this year some material which promises to be a great support to next year ' s varsity. The expert manner with which all of the members of the scpjad played throughout the season has brought much comment from the coaches and greatly enhanced their faith in the success of next year ' s ballsters. Their tally for the season has been one to be proud of even though they took some notable trouncings, such as that occurring at Virginia when they bowed to a 11-0 score. In practice games throughout the season the competition given the Varsity by these youngsters has been notable. Many occasions arose when all the effort and experience gained by the older men in previous years of baseball was called upon to take the Rats in hand. The most outstanding individual performers of the team were those of Riley. Rogers, Penn, Gilbert, Moore, Steinemann, and Downey. Moore played some spectacular baseball on second base, Penn solved the curves of most opposing pitchers and smacked out numerous clean hits throughout the season, and Downey played notable ball at shortstop. Gilbert and Rogers furnished the bulk of the team ' s pitching staff and proved themselves indispensable to the success of the team. A mention of the wholehearted co-operation which existed between teammates and coaches as well as the high type of sportsmanship maintained at all times cannot be omitted. The ability of the individual members of the team combined with these essential qualities made for the Rats a successful season. !1 279 hmfwmfl£ i BB MRS. MELVIN DIEM SPONSOR WANGER-CAPT. WAL5HE MGR. Varsity Track, 1931 Before the season opened the prospects for the 1931 track team were not so hot, after the loss of nearly all the field men of the year before. The runners of last year ' s team, however, developed into the most formidable group of track men that the State has seen in some years. The quartet of Captain Ham Smith, Duke Romm, Henry Wise, and Goofy Bond, accounted for the largest share of the scoring, and, with the aid of Buck Wright, veteran and expert javelin man, placed V. M. I. in fifth place in the Southern Con- ference Meet of Birmingham. Smith is the State and Institute mile record holder. Romm broke the State quarter mile time, and Bond stepped out to become Southern Conference two-mile champion, while Wise consistently chopped at the State half- mile record. The results of victories over Lynchburg, Maryland, and V. P. I., a tie with David- son, third in the State Meet, and fifth in the Southern Conference Meet, with only five men entered, speak well for the track and field men who trained under Son Read last spring. The performance of Wright, Dunn. Bob Brown, Joe Phillips, Heald, Wanger, Ed. Phillips, Rawson, Brugh, Bumgardner. Mergenhagen, Patteson, Kerr, Tompkins, Cohen. Barkhurst and Pettigrew point them out as th e men around whom next year ' s team will be built. Tompkins has had one season as un- derstudy to Wright in the javelin throw and the latter gentleman ' s record in that event is ample evidence of his qualifications. As was the case last year the team will again be weak in the pole vault, although Patteson and Kerr should show a lot more than they did last season. Captain Ham Smith, Wise, Shirley, Nicholas, Gatewood, Mac Brown, Dayhuff, Hollowell and Ford closed their track time for the Institute and last season ' s results give them every reason to feel proud of the performances which they put up. The strength of the 1932 track team was centered in the following men and events: Wright in the javelin, Ed Phillips in the century and 220-yard dash, Heald in the hurdles, Cap- ImmHFf OCBB tain Wanger in the low hurdles and hundred- yard dash, Joe Phillips in the high jump, Dunn and Bob Brown in the broad jump, and Bum- gardner in the two miles. The class of ' 34 will bring W. E. Smith for the javelin, Rutschow. Finlayson and R. P. Smith for the sprints and hurdles, Turner and Burruss in the mile, Leary in the discus, and Troutt in the shot. 1931 Varsity Track Scores V. M. 1 100 2 3 Lynchburg 25 1 3 V. M. 1 83 Maryland 43 V. M. 1 30 1 2 William and Mary .... 95 1 2 V. M. 1 45 Virginia 81 V. M. 1 63 Davidson 63 V. M. 1 74 1 3 V. P. 1 51 2 3 ;fi€p wwTOffpB i(DB n Rat Track A Rat team, strong in the running events, but rather weak in the field events department, carried the V.M.I, colors through the 1931 track season. Although defeated in three out of four dual meets and securing only a third place in the State Meet, the Rat track team was a well balanced aggregation. V.P.I, was defeated while S.M.A., A.M. A., and Virginia triumphed by narrow margins. In all the meets the margin of victory or defeat was very small. Several were undecided until the last event was completed. Captain Harry Finlayson lead a speedy bunch of runners which were responsible for the majority of his team ' s points. He excelled in the short sprints and dashes. Turner was a con- sistent performer in the mile, turning in a good performance to win the State mile. Burruss added many points to the team ' s total in this race. Smith, R. P., was the best in the hurdle division. He lost only two races during the season, and those toV.P.I. and in the State Meet. Bill Smith proved himself good varsity material by his consistent work with the javelin. Wellford turned in good races in the half mile. The field events were weak and accounted for most of the losses. Troutt garnered points in the shot, but failed to get much distance. Leary showed the best talent in the discus. y n hnrnmrvw Sa S YOyTHS PRESSING YfffHE HILL OF-SCIENCE: WITH ■ NOBLE EMVLATION A- GRATIFYING- SPECTACLE: AN -HONOR.- TO- OYR-COVNTKY- AND -OVR STATE: OBJECTS OF- HONEST PR1DE-TOTHEIR- INSTRVCTORSAND- FAIR SPECIMENS OF- CITIZEN- SOLDIERS ATTACHED TO THEIR- NATIVE STATE PROVD- OF- HER FAME AND READY- IN ■ EVERYTIME • OF - DEEPEST ■ PERIL TO VINDICATE HER HONOR- OR- DEFEND HER RIGHTS- ■mi a Gym Team, The Gym Team each year puts mi an exhibition at Finals. This year ' s exhibition bids fail- to be one of the best in Institute history. This sport, one of the outstanding events of the Olympics, is one of the most graceful of sports. It requires more skill and technique than most other forms of athletics. This year ' s team, composed of twenty-four men, has trained throughout the spring for the Finals exhibition of acrobatic stunts. Not only is this kind of sport great fun, but also it is one of the best body builders. The exhibition at Finals is to consist of tumbling tricks as well as feats on the horizontal bar, parallel bars, and flying rings. The work of Ran Gregory, Luke DeCamps. and Phil Roberts is outstanding on the parallel bars. Gregory ' s giant swing is one of those thrillers which always draws the admiration of the onlookers. Parrish, Dunlap, and De Jarnette specialize in difficult feats on the horizontal bar. One of tire outstanding feats of strength is Parrish ' s stunt of doing body levers on the horizontal bar. Helms, Lathrop, and Gregory are noted for their work with the flying rings. Those two expert veterans. Noble and Captain Will, are famed for their tumbling stunts. Among their list of specialties should be mentioned their high hand to hand balance and their flip-flaps. Co-operation is the single most valuable asset of a good Gym Team. It is to Captain Granfelt, able coach of the team, that the fine spirit of co-operation prevailing among the members is due. Too much credit cannot be given to Captain Granfelt, himself an Olympic champion, for his untiring efforts in putting out such a splendid Gym Team. ;fi€C ImmvwR BQiDB The Hiding Team The Riding Team, colloquially known as the Monkey Team, because of the acrobatic proclivities of its members, was organized in 1927 and since that time has risen to a status of great popularity with the Corps. The fact that all four classes are eligible for the squad makes it possible to chose the cream of horseback experts for the exhibition staged at Finals. The call for candidates this year was answered enthusiastically by fifty-five aspirants from which the team of twenty men was picked. Nineteen veterans returned and with this help there resulted an excellent group of equestrian performers. Several changes were made in this year ' s repertoire to add to the effectiveness of the exhibition and to keep a continual display of stunts before the audience. As usual, the Roman riding and the standing up on single mounts drew many quick breaths and laughs from the spectators, as did the pyramids and four-horse work. Not a few unique specialty stunts, such as standing on one ' s shoulder, scooping of objects from the ground at a gallop and vaulting over the horses, displayed horse- manship of no mean ability. The work of the team and its reception by the Corps and visitors to the Institute has given it a very prominent place in the list of Finals exhibitions. BOOR HV0 GR miz Gions ;rc hmmnnw ' BaCDB Honor Court Among the many institutions at V.M.I , none can in any way approach the dignity and prestige of the Honor Court. The Honor Court is outstandingly the most powerful and most highly respected organization at the Institute. It has for its purpose the administration of the honor system, which is the basis upon which V.M.I, functions. It was established by the Superintendent to act for him in all matters where a cadet ' s honor as a gentleman is in any- way concerned. Previous to 1870 the Corps as a whole sat on honor cases and administered justice as a body. Since that time, due to the large expansion of the Corps, this method was found too unwieldly and the present honor court is the outgrowth. Absolute fairness and impartiality are characteristic of the honor court procedure at all times. The verdict must be either guilty or not guilty. When a verdict of guilty is returned, the cadet is dishonorably dismissed at once. No mercy can be shown. A man can suffer no greater disgrace than dismissal at the hands of the honor court. It is customary to keep silence concerning names and facts of such dismissals so that the unfortunate individual may not be hindered in getting a new start elsewhere. In case of a verdict of not guilty the cadet ' s former status is in no way affected and no stigma whatever is attached to his name. It is to the credit of the Corps of Cadets and the class of men at V.M.I, that cases necessitating action by the honor court are very rare. Honor Court regulations are codified, amended, and approved by the First Class and pub- lished to the Corps at the beginning of the school year. The honor system exercises an ever-present influence on the daily life of the cadet. All answers to official questions, all reports and official communications, and all other statements of whatsoever nature which are certified are taken as correct without question. 291 m hfwuwwW BOOB ! The General Committee The modern tendency to reject the primary rights of the individual for the sake of personal conquest has found a closed door at the Institute. We live in a world of our own, make our laws to conform to the highest ideals, insist on their adherence, and receive our glorification from the realization that four years of cadet life produces the highest type of manhood attainable. The Corps has used past events and experiences with a prospective sense to develop constructively its democratic government. Hazing was found to be a primitive means of enforcing discipline and retaining the grandeur of the Corps. Like any great evil, it was destined to ultimately destroy itself. The General Committee was immediately restored to in lieu of a trite system that had proved to be most inadequate and an abused means to an end. The Committee is an executive, judicial, and administrative body, composed of the respective class officers and three .first classmen elected by the class. Its function is not strictly of an inquisitorial nature, but that of a modern tribunal before which minor violations, not accessible to the authorities, are tried and prosecuted. The life of the Corps depends upon its traditional honor system and inherent gentlemanly qualities exhibited in the daily life of the cadet. The Committee shows no partiality to offenders and administers prompt and effective punishment to those who violate class privileges and customs or impair the community life of the Corps. The superior standard of honor and morals at the Institute is the rock-bottom foundation upon which it is built. The Honor Court and General Committee depend upon them for their effectiveness and efficiency, neither of which has ever failed. The fearless functioning of these impartial bodies portrays the wholesomeness of a superb Corps and make a greater V. M. I. Mi ;K€C Saxes H. L. Woodson, ' 32 W. W. Cave, ' 34 B. B. Elliot, 33 The V. M . I. Commanders H. L. ( Heinie ) Woodson Director Brass I. M. McManw, 34 G. F. Weeks, ' 34 J. T. Bruch, 32 B. P. Harrison, 33 W. M. Allen, ' 34, Manager Piano J. L O ' Brien, 32 Percussion R. R. Eunson, ' 35 293 tmwwvff BCKDB 6H€{ BO DB MARTIN J C THOMSON J KEITH — — J.F 6£ORS£ m t DT.LON6 JPCASTLEMAN je.prothro E R TRAPNELL OQ C.W.OLIVERJB H FLETCHER 0. C MO NKS ' F .F. FINKLEHOF f E j W M.MASON t.N- MILLER RBUMGARDNER GLH COOPER ;rc vwrorroF BQiDB N The 1932 Bomb Annual Publication of the Virginia Military Institute Member Intercollegiate Press Association, State of Virginia Oldest College Annual in the South. First Published 1SS5 J. D. Neikirk Editor-in-Chief L. J. Hansbrouch Business Manager Literary Staff J. G. Martin ' ..... Assistant Editor J. C. Thomson Assistant Editor J. Keith Literary Editor E. R. Trapnell .... Athletic Editor J. P. Castleman . . Photographic Editor J. C. Monks Outrage Editor F. F. Finklehoffe .... Outrage Editor C. S. Roller . . . . Business Staff J. E. Prothro Secretary R. 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E. 299 ;kc vwwwwIFI BOiD B A. S. C. E. J. F. George President E. C. Hudcins Vice-President D. T. Long Chairman Floor Committee B. T. Whited Secretary J. H. Could Treasurer Members FiVs Class Bailey, C. W. Fosque J. D. Marklis, A. W. Slater, T. G. Baya, H. P. Fletcher, H. Mason, W. N. Smith, T. 0. Brewster, W. K. Gill, J. K. Mittendorf, G. H. Taylor, G. R. Cutchin, B M. Gregory, R. H. Moyka, C. Thompson, J. C. Dunn, R. F. Gregory, R. L. Nelson, P. P. Turner, R. R. Erskine D. M. Hodges, H. F. Potter, C. S. Vauchan, F. C. Fisher, H. E. Leach, R. E. Rea, J. M. Vivian, W. R. Foy R. E. Lyle, J. N. Roberts, L. P. Will, S. C. Foltz, W. L. McGee, C. L. Seay, J. B. Wood, J. L. Second Class Allen, J. F. Crews, S. G. Hill, A. G. Patterson, A. S Armistead, H. L. Curtis, S. C. Holstein, 0. Pettigrew, W. H. Ax, G. B. Douglas, S. A. Hubbard, A. F. Ponzanelli, A. H. Baylor G. Doyle, M. E. Kerr, G. Roberts, P. C. Braysh ' aw, W. 0. Fink, R. W. Keithley. W. P. Taylor, A. B. Buist, W. E. Gary, J. W. 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Nunamaker, H. OlITTEN, E. R. Orr, r. v. Page, L. C. Peters, C. H. Phillips, E. L. 301 Noble, A. W. Ormsby, H. H. Oyler, J. E. Powell, J. E. Stainback, E. R. Waite, R. F. Walshe, W. B. Wright D. D. Neale, M. M. Roller, C. S. Rucker, C. N. Rugh. J. L. K. SlEGEL, C. L. Stith, W. M. Steidtmann, C. H. Todd, J. G. Tinsley, W. F. Temple, J. Urick, F. W. Vauchan, M. H. Ver Milyea, C. V. Walker, J. T. Wheeler, J. W. Wilson, A. S. White, W. C. Winston, T. R. ;R€C {mwmfl BCKDB E i It I ' II III m Dramatic Club Officers Colonel T. A. E. Moseley Coach J. C. Monks President D. T. Long Business Manager 0. D. Smith Assistant Business Manager F. P. Williams Stage Manager Members Baker, J. A. B. Castleman, J. P. English, J. P. Foster, I. G. Lyle, J. N. McCalllim, C. F. McCarthy, F. J. Neikirk, J. D. O ' Riordan, C. F. Perrett, C. V. Thomson, J. C. Watson, W. G., Jr. Wheeler, J. W., Jr. Sons of Fathers Club Officers H. P. Baya, Jr President W. W. Holt Vice-President A. S. Buford, Jr. Secretary Members So i Class H. P. Baya, Jr ;32 H. R. J. Manning ' 32 C. H. J. Geicer. Jr. ' 32 H. C. S. Roller. Ill ' 32 C. J. B. Seay, Jr 32 J. W. W. Holt ' 33 H. B. P. Harrison ;33 B. G. B. Hichtower ' 33 T. W. H. Gilmore ' 33 W. S. H. Meem, Jr ' 33 S. E. R. Marshall ' 33 J. G. W. Polk, Jr 34 G. A. S. Buford, Jr ' 34 A. T. R. Wise ' 34 G. J. A. B. Baker 34 H. R. B. Allport ' 34 R. W. Goodwin ' 34 W. B. Hucer, Jr ' 34 B. J. A. Newman ' 35 J. L. E. Booth 35 L. P. Stewart, Jr 35 P. T. T. Quigley ' 35 T. C. M. Zollman 35 C. Father ' s Name Class P. Baya ' 88 C. Manning _89 J. Geicer ' 02 S. Roller B. Seay H. Holt P. Harrison J. Hichtower Jr K. Gilmore H. Meem J. Marshall W. Polk S. Buford N. Wise B. Baker B. Allport Goodwin ' 01 Hucer 93 W. Newman 04 E. Booth ' 10 Stewart 04 J. Quigley ' 04 W. Zollman ' 11 kw m§ % Xd B m m ■I ' 1m-- w til I ! ■ ' ■■ ' ■ Army, Navy and Marine, Club Officers J. C. Shell President W. S. Grant Vice-President W. M. Allen — • Secretary Members Army S. V. Tallman T. R. Tittle E. D. Massey H. J. Geicer J- M. Troutt H. W. Brown W. S. George M. C. Feamster G. E. Deppe W. Goodwin M. M. Milton C. A. Haggard R. H. L. Eanes W. G. Seymour W. B. Farrell G. J. Helms R. F. Burne L. C. Knight F. D. Wilson Navy R. C. Holt H. M. Stewart E. D. Nicholson C. W. Oatley Marines A. A. Vandercrift 304 M Hoffman Presbyterian Club Officers C. W. Oliver, Jr President J. L. K. Ruch Vice-President G. E. Bain Secretary Members Arnold, E. T. Fowler, S. W. Neikirk J. D. Barrett, G. M. Furman, A. C. Owens, W. J. Boxley, W. C. Gray, V. C. Price, 0. T. Bower, C. W. Hayo, P. W Purdy, M. C. Brawley. C. H. Harkness. L. IX. Richmond, W. F. Brown, W. B. Hansford, V. N. Schaaf, J. C. Carson, C. V. Harlow, F. H. Schupp, C. F. Collins, S. E. Jones, H. P. Shively, M. T. Dalton, H. M. Kirks, R. F. Singleton, R. S. De Jarnette, E. H. Long, R. Y. Snapp, A. J. Duncan, A. S. Littrell, I. R. Starr, S. A. Faries, D. T. McClunc, O. H. Stewart, P. Ferrell, W. B. McMann, I. H. Smith, J. L. Forsythe, J. A. McMilliam, D. S. Telfaire, E. H. Foltz, A. M. Miller, W. W. Ulsh, H. B. Foltz, W. L. Moore, W. R. Williams, 0. E. Morehead, C. 305 Pff Eastern Shore Club Officers E. R. OuTTEN A. S. Wilson . . . G. R. Sledge President ■ Vice-President Secretary Members Baker, L. D. Emory, W. W. Grant. W. S. Jones, H. P. Parks, E. P. Parsons, S. W. Keystoners Officers G. S. Turner President W. C. Landis lice-President R. S. Edmonds Secretary Members Andrews, F. C. Brady, F. C. Brayshaw, W. O. Calhoun, W. L. Carrier R. W. Carson, C. V. Darrall, S. H. Dingman, M. W. Faries, D. T. FoRSY ' THE, J. A. Heffner, J. J. Holmes, W. E. Hopkins, G. A. Koormick, J. H. Kurtz, J. H. Landrum, W. R. Lord, J. H. Martin. D. H. McKibben, S. H. Moody, C. M. Moody, E. D. Neale, M. M. Richards, F. W. Ruch, J. L. Taylor, R. H. Ulsh, H. B. Ver Milyea, C. V. Weinerth, S. L. Williams, O. E. Winston, T. R. Yon, C. L. New England Club Officers A. W. Marklis President 0. B. Dickinson Vice-President E. J. Heerdt Secretary Members Davis, A. D. Dixon, R. R. Eanes, K. H., Jr. Emery, A. H.. HI FlNKLEHOFFK. F. F. Foster, I. G. George, W. S., Jr. GoNTRUM, R. W. Henderson, R. A. 308 Howard, J. G. Jones, L. B. Pettit, N. W. Waite, R. F. l lvmvmfl BOiDB Northern Virginia Club Officers J. Ke President C. E. Greiner Vice-President F. H. Browning Secretary B. BOXLEY, W. C. Byrd, H. F. Cavanauch, F. CoSDEN, W. B. Cover, J. R- Dew, J. D. Fletcher, H. Grasty, J. S. Follin, F. T. Hansborough, L. J. Members Knight, L. C. Long, H. B. Monroe, J. W. Harkness, L. R. O ' Hara, R. G. Smith, S. A. Young, E. M. Young, J. B. Turner, R. R- 309 Slater, T. G. Miller, L. N. Wilson, L. B. Price, 0. T. Strange, E. B. Rhoades, J. W. Vose, F. C. Welford, H. B. Gilbert, C. M., Tyler, W. C. Sd fi€C on R-T a 1 ' ff r - T u LH a Piedmont Club Officers E. Powell President P. C. Edmunds Vice-President T. C. Watkins Secretary Members Fuller, W. R. GlLMORE, W. H. McMann, I. H. S. Pence, H. J. Rea, J. M. Atkins, B. G. Ward, J. J. Phillips, J. A. Bagwell, W. P. Hubbard, M. Taylor, G. R. Veasey, H. D. Penick, C. A. White, W. C. Gilbert, C. McL. LeSueur, J. M. Shorter, D. E. Grasty, J. W. Lanford, 0. E. Dorrier, C. R. Marshall, E. R. Lonc, H. B. 310 Sh enandoah Valley Club Officers R. Bumcaruner, Jk President W. C. Weaver Vice-President 0. P. Gillock Secretary Archer, H. L. Baylor, G. East, C. W. Stuart, H. M. Roller, C. S. Vance, J. D. Riley, T. F. Cover, T. R. Members Turner, W. H. Zimmerman, J. W. Foltz, W. L. Foltz. A. M. Smith, C. H. Moore, W. R. McClunc, 0. H. Harlow, F. H. Feamster, F. C. HuGER, B. Straub, C. E. Tvree, W. B. Steidtmann, C. A. Rankine, E. C. Morehead, C, Jr. Wade, R. 0. 311 fi€C Southwest Virginia Club Officers G. B. Johnson President C. J. Harkrader Vice-President E. L. Whitley Secretary Members Wolfe, S. C. McDonald, C. P. D., Jr. Slemp, C. B. Peters, C. H. Hardin, J. B. Peters, H. W. Roberts, K. DlLLARD, H. N. Rader, R. M. Kaylor, W. 0. Williams, H. L. Craic, E. R. Cave, W. W. Perfater, H. W. Penn, J. G. King, C. L. Early - , J. R. Bane, M. C. Dalton, H. M 312 Tidewater Club Officers J. D. Fosque President J. W. Horseman Vice-President T. L. Palmer Secretary Ayers, 0. T.. Jr. Betts, C. S. Callis, J. E. Carney, T. E., Jr. Chisman, S. R., Jr. Crocker, J. E. Cumming, W. M. Curtis, S. C. Darden, A. C, Jr. Deppe, G. E. DeWitt, P. Elliott, B. B. Face, W. H., Jr. Freeman, A. C. Mebibers Frost, C. C, Jr. Furman, A. C. Futrell W. G., Jr. Hilliard, L., Jr. Holland, J. K , Jr. Holt, W. W. HuDGINS, H. C. Hume, R. E. Jones, R. H., Jr. Kelly, W. L., Ill McCallum, C. F. Melvin, W. H. Milton, M. M., Jr. Nimmo, J. M.. Jr. Palmer, J. W. Rogers, W. J. Ryland, T. S. Sherman, J. C. Sherman, W. B. Todd, J. G. Vanderslice, J. C. Wills, A. C. Wise, G. N., Jr. Wise, T. R. Woodhouse, T. C, Jr. Williams, F. A. Parker, J. C. nr l R_T H T NNV t -■■■••■■■■ fy-- ir U|R n Yankee Club Officers A. W. Marklis President A. H. Knowles Vice-President C. L. Yon Secretary Members Adams, J. N. Emerv, A. H. Keithlev, W. P. Pitketblv, D. A. Andrews, F. C. Erskine, D. M. Koormick, J. H. Richards, F. W. Ax, G. B. Faherty, J. W. Kurtz, J. H. Rosch, W. Blenckstone, F. E. Faries, D. T. Lambe, A. F. Rugh, J. L. Brady, F. C. Ferrara, C. C. Landis, W. C. Rutschow, P. Z. Bravshaw, W. 0. Finklehoffe, F. F Landrum, W. R. Schupp, C. F. Brown, C. A. Forsvthe, J. A. Iiord, J. H. Smith, C. E. Brown, H. W. Foster. I. Gr. Martens, H. W. Spaulding, E. H. Calhoun, W. L. Freeman, J. J. Martin, D. H. Steinemann, G. C Carrier, R. W. Gates, F. S. Martin, E. A. Stevens, L. K. Carson, C. V, G ' eorge, W. S. McKibben, S. H. Stewart, P. Collins, S. E. Gontrum, R. W. Meem, J. C. Stone, S. J. Conte, D. R. Grant, W. S. Mergenhagen, S. J. Taylor, R. H. Darrall, S. H. Gude, A. J. Metcalfe, J. S. Telfair, E. H. Davis, A. D. Hanes, C. 0. Mittendorf, G. H. Travis, G. J. Derby, R, A. Hayo, P. W. Monks, J. C. Trossback, J. M. Do Sessuare, W. P. Heerdt, E. .1. Moody, C. M. Tucker, E. W. Dickinson, 0. B. Heffner, J. J. Moody, E. D. Turner, G. S. Dimmock, C. Henderson, R. A. Moyka, C. Ulsh, H. B. Dingnian, W. W. Henrv, J. D. Neale, M. M. Yer Milyea, C. V. Dixon, R. R. Holmes, V. C. Xiedengard, C. A. Weinerth, S. L. Eagles, W. B. Holmes, W. E. Oatley, C. W. Williams, 0. E. Eanes, R. H. Hopkins, G. A. O ' Connell, W. N. Winston, G. R. Edmonds, R. S. Homer, H. G. Opdycke, E. W. Wister, J. H. Egan, J. V. Howard, J. G . Owen, W. J. Zahner, R. J. Elliott, R. Cf. Jones, L. B. Patterson, W. lini ■ W U 1R a is Mi Alabama Club C. F. Horst, Jr. . - . W. J. Meriwether W. E. Smith President . Vice-President Secretary m Members Smith, T. O. Orr, R. V. Moore, T. L. Joseph, E. B., Jr. Rogers, B. A. Royce, G. A. Craddock, F. H. Moore, R. E. Washburn, B. C. 315 vwrnmR SoSW P Ith i Florida Club Officers H. P. Baya, Jr. President E. L. Phillips Vice-President B. L. Nesbitt Secretary Members Clewis, R. M. Haggard, C. A. Finlayson. H. H. Walker, T. Law, E. A. Duncan, A. S. Todd, J D. Davenport, D. D. Todd, L. W. List, W. C. 316 Georgia Club Officers W. H. McNeal President G. B. HlGHTOWER Vice-President R. P. Smith Secretary Members ;RC m mfww BQiDB Louisiana Club Officers R. T. Moore President B. T. Whited Vice-President J. M, Whited Secretary Members Stubbs, C. F. Callihan, P. W., Jr. Keller, T. M. Hardin, T. R. Rife, M. O. Quicley, T. T. ' Albert, J. F. mmvw¥ % X 5 B ■ . .. . Mississippi-Tennessee Club Officers C. H. Cocke, Jr President P. C. Roberts I ice-President S. E. Whitmore Secretary Members Barrett, G. M.. Jr. Farrar. W. M. Lyle, 0. W. Buist, W. E.. Jr. Fort, G. E. McBee, D., Jr. Caperton, L. M. Geicer, H. J.. Jr. Mellon, R. C. Carpenter, G. W. Kimbrough, R. C, Jr. Susonc, A. E. Cooper, G. L. H. Leach, R. E. Flanagan, J. N. Crawford. J. H . Jr. Sledge, R. P. 319 •  ■ ' 4 lfc ,: 1 G. B. Ax New Jersey Club Officers J. M. Trossbach Vice-President E. W. Opdycke Secretary Members Dessassure, W. P. Tucker, E. W. Horner, H. J. Blenckstone, F. E. Booth, L. E. Gude, A. J. Wister, J. H. -! mvmwFI BCMDB North Carolina Club Officers T. B. Grainger President C. M. Taylor Vice-President G. E. Bain Secretary Members Oliver, C W. Alexander. W. D. Gregg, W. W. Tyler, F. E. Emerson, T. M. Simmons, J. E- Stainback, E. R. Willincham F. F. Sledge, T. D. Foy, R. E. Holt, W. C. Philpott, J. R. Moore, T. J. Bowers, J. T. Dunn, C. N. Bray, J. R. Starr, S. A. Littrell, I. R. Fowler, S. W. Brawley, C. H. Bellamy, W. C. Trask, J. Brown. W. B. Jackson, L. W. 321 k mm W% X 5 B South Carolina Club Officers H. F. Hodges President B. A. Bennett Vice-President J. D. Todd Secretary Members Thomson, J. C McGee, C. L. Todd, L. M. James, P. H. Texas Club Officers J. E. Prothro R. F. Vauchan - . W. G. Walker Members President . Vice-President Secretary Bartlett, T. B. l Lansdale, J- Iolk, G. W. BoDENHEIM, E. H. 1 l Lorentzen, J. N. 1 OTTS, W. S. Brown, W. M. 1 tf«fcNZIE, A. 0. Ieduinc, R. BURCESS, J. J. McatVin, D. S. jr Shively, M. T. Carter, R. J. MidDLeY N, J. W. Sweeney, T. H. Dunlap, G. C. MlDDLF.TOWwW. P. ¥ Thompson, J. P Gilliland, J. C. Moore, M.Yi. 1 Turner, J. H. GlNSBURG, A. I. Needham, Oi F. Vauchn, H. d ' J. Kennedy. J. W. Parish, D. L. Walker, H. G. Kimball, A. B. Wilson, L. B. ... ■ .u|j RJ« Wi v) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 fji? ' ■ tal l pr JmwmTO BCMDB West Virginia Club Officers W. K. Brewster President J. F. Allen Vice-President J. M. Mathews Secretary Members Patterson, D. G. Meem, S. H.. Jr. Lowe, C. M. Trapnell, E. R. Kucker, C. N. Richmond, F. W. Vivian, W. R. Pettit, H. S. Smith. J. ,L. Wright, D. D. Wilson, G. C. Smith, S. P. George, C. A. Woo, G. Williamson, W. G. Meador, N. A. Bartlett, T. G., Jr. Currence, W. W. DeJarnette, H. k! hwnmnfl BCKDB P U l AJ Mil ■■  i i-j- IT 14 js Lynchburg Club Officers J. D. Neikirk A. S. Patteson • . C. U. Hamner Brown, R. P. Heald, J. M. D. Ould, R. L. Kelly, R. P. Lea, J. P. President . Vice-President Secretary Members Davis, J. D. Hancock, C. W. Evans, R. Flippin, A. E. Giles, V. 325 Sh ;fc€C mvvmflrBO(DBN M Norfolk Cluh Officers J. F. George, Jr President W. S. Hayman Vice-President G. P. Pace Secretary Members Bailey, C. W. Taylor, A. B. Cronk, E. M. Gregory, R. H. Taylor, E. J. La Giclia, J. L. Gregory, R. L. Baldwin, J. D. C. Lucketh, H. D. Hilliard, L. Baldwin, R. G. Nussey, E. L. Martin, J. G. DeWitt, P. Potts, S. T. Mason, W. N. Ebersole, E. E. Renn, E. H. Payne, W. T. KoTEEN, M. R. Rocers, W. J. Roberts, L. P. Nimmo, J. M. Thompson, W. H. Gibbs, W. B. Riddle, M. Thurston, C. E. Holt, R. G. TlLLETT, A. B. Trant, R. F. McCoy, R. A. Way, F. Wales, J. E. Pace, L. C. Webster, H. B. Arnold, E. T. Woodhouse, T. L. Richmond Club Officers P. H. Babcy President F. J. McCarthy Vice-President G. Tyler Secretary Allen. W. L. Allport, R. B. Armstrong, J. Avery, J. T. Baker, J. A. B. Blakemore, N. Brown, H. C. Buford, A. S. Burke, A. Burke, J. O. Campbell, D. M. Cary, L. F. Childress, J. W. Coxe, S. O. Downey, W. T. Duane, H. W. English, J. P. Epps, F. B. Epps, J. L. Farley, E. Ferrell, W. B. Hannah, A. B. Cavedo, W. H. Members Hannah, R. W. Harris, A. T. Harrison, A. Henry. W. C Hicks, J. L. Hudgins, E. C. Humphries, J. W. Jones, J. C. Kaufmann, L. King, G. M. Lathrop, C. P. Leary, J. P. Lipscomb, A. M. Luck, G. B. Luck, S. Marchant, E. S. Minor, G. G. Moore, W. E. Morgan, G. D. Nash, P. Noble, C. F. Noble, A. W. Nunnamaker, H. 327 0 RlORDAN, C. Patterson, L. A. Payne, C. Petticrew, W. H Rochelle, A. R. Saunders, R. C. Shell, J. C. Siegel, C. L. Smith, I. H. Smith, O. D. Tallman, S. V. Thiermann, A. Tinsley, W. F. Tompkins, W. I Vaden, C. S. Vaden, T. B. Vauchan, F. C. Vaughan, M. H Vertner, T. K. Walker, J. T. Weaver, W. K. WoOTERS, P. C. H. f BaCDB Roanoke Club Officers J. L cod • President .f: W. Urick Vice-President W. H. Kulp Secretary Members Armistead, H. L. Fleshman, R. R. Meybin, R. J. Armistead, R. A. High, F. W. Oyler, J. E. Bruch, J. T. Hill, A. G. Reynolds, P. E. Carper, H. J. Johnston, F. P. Snapp, A. J. Childress, J. W. Kulp, J. M. Stalker, E. J. Crews, S. G. Lavinder, M. L. Urick, M. S. Fisher, H. E. Meador, G. W. Walshe, W. B. A. M. A. Club Officers J. D. Neikirk . . . C. S. Roller . C. L. Yo President ■ I ice-President Secretary Members FlNKLEHOFFE, F. F. Erskine, D. M. PoiNZAIVELLI, A. H. Lea, J. P. HolsteijN, 0.. Jr. McCallum, C. F. Darrall, S. H. Feamster, F. C. Boxley, W. C, Jr. Sizer, A. C. Massey, E. D. Buck, J. H. Slemp, C. B. Rawlings, W. C. 329 (mrnvwR BQCD ft De Molay Club Members GoSHORN, J. A. Martin, D. A. Emery, A. H. Ax, G. B. Ver Milyea, C. V Ginsberg, I. A. Carson, C. V. Carrier, R. W Koteen, M. R. Keller, R. MlDD LETON, J. W. Manning. J. ■ Eunson, R. R. Massey, H. B. Turner, J. H. c.f: Grainger, T. B. Moore,, T. J. Moore, R. T. Noble, C. F. Fletcher, H. Slater. T. G. Wood. J. L. Fosoue, J. D. H James, J. W. Davis, J. D. Young, E. M. Greiner, C. E. Walker. J. T. McCoy, R. A. Johnson, F. P. Edmonds, P. C. Adams, T. Kostainsek, E. L. Pence, H. J. Horseman, J. W. TlNSLEY, W. F. HlCHTOWER, G. B. In 1 1 1 L. 0. A. P. Officers Chief Sh(r)iner Bighead Miller Vice-Sh(r)iner ' Rose Hopkins Vice-Versa Sh(r)iner House Roberts Members First Class Number One .... ' ' One Time Fosque Number Six Number Two Shorty Moore Number Seven Number Three House Roberts Number Eight Number Four Rose Hopkins Number Nine Number Five Plez Bacby Number Ten . . . Ruler Moore . Bighead Miller .. . . Bo Whiteo . Peg Castleman Pills Hansbrough Number One C. E. Greiner Number Two E. M. Young Number Three J. T. Walker Number Four W. F. Tinsley Number Five P. C. Edmunds Second Class Number Six J. L. Epps Number Seven G. B. Hichtower Number Eight H. J. Pence Number Nine F. P. Johnson Number Ten M. McCoy 332 ilmwwwff BaCDB President Hoodlums Bulled Out Vice-Presidents Sarg Tallman Nifty Chisman Bill ' Cumminc Muley Noble (A.W.O.L.) Oh McCall Skippy Hume Jim Bruch Hiny Woodson Maggie McGee Bill Brewster Meeting Place: Little house behind the big house. Colors: Dungaree blue and olive drab. Favorite Beverage: 333 Ray Saunders Squat Davis (A.W.O.L.) Jesse James Jim Oyler Willie Walsh Tom Smith Frank Vauchan Dee Erskine Bus Gregory Tony Thiermann Archie. Club Officers Archie Fuller . . . Archie Powell . . President Secretary Archie Bryant Archie Gary Archie George Archie Hansborouch Archie Lyle Archie Marklis Archie Martin Archie Williams k mn WW J S 1 Rifle and Sling Club Officers J. Keith President R E Leach Vice-President G. H. Mittendorf Secretary Members Moore, T. J. Kearfott, C. P. Moore, R. T. Rawson, E. R. Hudgins, H. C. Taylor, G. R. Wright, D. D. Dunn, R. F. Hopkins, M. D. Oliver, C. W. Cooper, G. L. H. Rea, J. M. Lyle, 0. W. Curtis, S. C. MOYKA, C. ■ CUTCHIN,. B. M. Ould, R. L. O ' Brien, J. L. Todd J. G. Childress, R. L. ™ Floating University Members First Class Doc Bailey Mouse Mason Simon Curtis Moe Powell Luke DeCamps Andy Prothro Puss HlLLIARD Buck Wright S ' l MeRCENHACEN Second Class Perry Williams Jack Epps H. L. Armistead Louie Siecel J. L. Fiuch Goose Greiner Pres Keithley Al Rochelle Jack Hickie Third Class Tucker Watkins H. C. Fowler J. K. Holland Pete James hfmwimPP ' BaiDJB S Moz Club Officers High Ham Low Ham Eaters of Ham Heald, J. M. Miller, L. N. Hansbrough, L. J. Gill, J. K. Mason, W. N. Williams, F. P. Baya, H. P. Hodges, H. F. Cary, L. F. Payne, W. T. Whited, B. T. Prothro. J. E. Stainback, E. R. Password: Guess why I can ' t eat ham ? Old Yell: Oi, Oi, Oi, Hem! ' Phi Yamma Gammas Members and Officers F. Stine Finklehoffe President-at-Large J. Cherry Monks President-oj-Honor C. Steam Roller Aide de Camp S. S ' trancler Will Head Waiter R. Wobbles Waite Radio Operator A. Mulie Noble Chef-in Chief C. Hank Noble Toast Master A. El Toro Ponzanelli Foreign Diplomat J. Sleepy Phillips Guest G. Flash Taylor Sport Master C. Crusty Oliver Sergeant-at-Arms D. T. ' s First Class Whited, B. T. Hannah, A. B. Fosque, J. D. Castleman, J. P. Roberts, L. P. Babgy, P. H. Moore, T. J. Dunn, R. F. Moore, R. T. Turner, R. R. Hopkins, G. A. Miller, L. N. Prothro, J. E. Roberts, P. C. Second Class Greiner, C. E. Holt, W. W. Younc, E. M. Caperton, L. M. Davis, J. D. Hichtower, G. B Horseman. J. W. McCoy, R. A. Hilliard. L. Roller, C. S. Berkely, C. C. Walker, J. T. Edmunds, P. C. Pence, H. J. lxm I m I R_T= W l 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ' f U 1_H a Mystic Brothers of the Ever So Seldoms The Brothers The Herring Johnnie Goodwin Magots Taylor Palmer Fu Man Chu Charlie Yon Shorty Charlie McCallum Grand Dragon Johnnie Palmer Little Bohunk Dick Smith Big Shorty Willie Moore Royal Flush Buddie LeSueur Ace High Jack Learv Old Maestro Fanny Browning Grand Lizurd Irving Smith M Flower : Shyster Daisy. Stone : Tombstone. Colors: Pea Green and Battleship Grey. Motto: All for one and two for a nickel! BOffiE, SIX SOC1IHE eMrs. L. . Ttansbrough oMrs. J. S. IZpbinson-, 1 I ; C I ' d l m nJ ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' W - 1-n R fi€T Hop Committee. R. R. Turner President J. D. FosQUE lice-President J. F. Georce Secretary-Treasurer L. J. Hansbrouch W. N. Mason t - b Graincer H. P. Baya t - J- Moore H. Fletcher r - l - Gregory J. N. Lyle k - f - Waite J. C. Monks d - t - Loi g R. M. Berkeley E. M. Young J. P. Leary C. F. McCallum PiHflL Gm £ 41 MISS RHODA MONIES ASST. LEADER I E3 00)OO 5Rfl0 Btffcti D. D. WRIGHT LE A D-ER MISS HARRIET WOOLFOLK LEADER £LIZAB£TH WALK£R ASST., LEADER 349 1 350 ! L ; p—r mm H 5tiR6 MISS MARGARET BARKER AS5T., LEADER 351 ;R€T wwmwFP CHBB HOP SPONSORS MISS REEDER DAVIDSON MISS NANCY POPE SPONSOR MID-WINTER HOPS SPONSOR EASTER HOP 352 i oMiss Qillet Epps oMiss oMargaret Lanier ill oJYCiss (Margaret Jester o liss Bdley QraighiU Nicholas oTltiss Thillis Kichardsor eMiss Juhn cMcQalla oMiss etty Itgbinson oMiss Elizabeth Wurdemaru IT PAYS TO ADV£RTISE THEY SATISFY! IT ' ANlUTRAGC IF V. M. I. WENT CO-ED First Sergeant: Pull your chin in, misster. A drum rattles in the dusk. There is the cadence of marching feet. A fitful thud. Eay of light from a flickering standard touches young faces, grim faces, faces that express hope, distrust and fear of what the future has to bring. On they go, company behind company, platoon following platoon, battalion preceding battalion. Behind them they leave warmth and rudimentary comfort, before them lies the unknown. What are they to meet? None knows. The regiment marches to the Mess Hall. It was an evening last December, I very well remember, A Sub staggered down the street With drunken pride. As his legs began to stutter, He lay down in the gutter, And a pig came and lay down by his side. As he lay there in the gutter, His pounding heart a ' flutter, A passing, woman was heard to say: You can tell the man who boozes By the company he chooses. And the darned old pig got up and walked away. IEW CADETS IP ' ORT HERE ' A COMEDY OF ERRORS SHORT SHORT STORY COMPLETE ON THIS PAGE The Trunk Room Murder or, Moe Sees It Through READING TIME : As Long As You Can Stand It. The Devil summoned Moe, head man of Hell ' s All Night Scarf and Swill House, to his private quarters. Mr. Moe, said he, you ' re a V. M. I. alumnus, are you not ? ' ' Yes, said Moe. Class of ' 32. The Devil overlooked his minion ' s failure to say sir. He was used to this lack of respect, from his ex-Keydet boys. Well, said the Old Man briskly, see what you can make out of this cablegram I just received from Heaven. It ' s been several years since I got a V. M. I. alumnus down here. Up to then I got them all — every man. Maybe the Keydets aren ' t dying any more; but it seems peculiar — mighty peculiar. This morning, in an endeavor to account for the situation, I wired Heaven, asking them if they ' d been receiving any Institute men. Here ' s their reply. He shoved the yellow sheet before Moe: Heaven-Hell Telegraph Co. Night Letter NEVER HEARD OF VMI UP HERE HAVE HOWEVER BEEN RECEIVING GRADUATES OF VMS LEXINGTON VA FOR PAST TEN YEARS. GABRIEL. Moe ' s face was grave as he finished reading it. The Devil continued: It looks bad, .Mr. Moe. I ' ll tell you frankly, the best hellions I ' ve got are V. M. I. men. What can the explana- tion be? The Institute ' s been going to hell for 150 years and now it ' s stopped. And you can ' t tell me, Mr. Moe, that it ' s started going to HEAVEN!! It ' s preposterous; it ' s fantastic! There must be something vitally wrong! And what is V. M. S. ? Have they gone and changed the name — or something? Moe ' s eyes shone with tears. His pride was hurt. Now, resumed the Devil, listen — I ' m sending you as my deputy to the Institute to find out just what the matter is. L believe you ' re the hellion for the job! Take any shape you like! Now, drag! Like a bat out of hell, Moe appeared in Lexington. Where are you going? asked a passerby. To V.M.I., said Moe. There ain ' t no more V.M.I. It ' s V.M.S. now — Virginia Military Seminary. ' ' Huh? said Moe. Yes, it ' s all girls now. Things is terrible. They are not! said Moe. What ' s happened? A bunch of pansies in the State Legislature decided it was making the boys too warlike, so they made it co-ed. Now all the boys have quit goin there. Moe flew to Washington Arch. Women milled about him. They wore snug-fitting blouses, and for a split second Moe wished he were a cadet again — then realized that he was dead. The delinquency sheet met his gaze: Baya, Mary. Pwdrng nse on stp. Chisman, Susie. Sticking tongue out at sister cadet, abt. 3:25 P. M. Fosque, Millicent. Eating crackers in hay. George, Gladys. No rouge, Parade. Mergenhagen, Flossie. No brassiere, S.M.I. ? ac!! %$ . ' . ' !! !, said Moe, and turned away in dis- gust. A third classman stopped a fat little rat in the arch. Why didn ' t you come ' round to my room last night, Miss Marklis? she asked. I was (sniff) having my beauty sleep, Miss Finklehoffe (boo hoo). Well, now, that ' s all right, angel — I didn ' t realize you were doing that. Just forget it. By the .way, would you mind getting laundry 222 on your way back from the Mani- cure Department? No, ma ' am. Thank you, ma ' am. The corporal of the guard walked up. She carried a parasol. Darn it, she said, it looks like rain. A khaki-clad woman stepped from the commandant ' s office. Report yourself for using vile language, Miss Curtis! she said. I can ' t have my guard detail carrying on like that! Yes, Miss Clodson. Moe flew into the courtyard. Pansies and lilies and tulips bloomed everywhere. On the second stoop two Q. M. ser- geants sat knitting in rocking chairs. Suddenly there was a cry: LOADED CIGAR IN COURTYARD!!! Shrieks and screams filled barracks. The sentinel fled yammering from her post. A stout figure issued suddenly from the sentry box and lumbered, shrieking, for safety. Oh, run, Miss Bullie! they screamed. You ' ll be killed! Pip, went the loaded cigar. Moe telegraphed hell, Send ten cartons of mice, he said. They arrived, and that night he turned them loose in barracks. Next morning barracks was deserted. Searching town, Moe finally discovered a man named Slim III, who drove a taxi. Together they concocted a bomb big as House Mountain, and placed it in the courtyard. Moe lit on the head of Jackson ' s statue, where many birds had lit before him. He was crying. Good-bye, old V.M.I., he sobbed, and whispered, We Loved our Alma Mater to the End. He took the end of the long fuse in his teeth and winged back to hell. Soberly and tearfully the V.M.I. Club of Hell gathered round; gravely Moe threw the end of the fuse into the Eternal Fire. A few moments later a distant, mighty BOOM reached their ears. V.M.S. was no more. Slowly Moe resumed the shape of a hellion and crawled back to his hole. Good Scarf! he cried. Good Swill! 5 cts. There was a gross ' rat — Mr. Naritt. Who had food on his sleeves — I swear it. His Corporal said, With a nod of his head, Mister! eat it, dammit, don ' t wear it. Rat: Sir, is this room 308? Old Cadet: Hell no mister! Don ' t you know the room numbers yet? How long have, you been here? Eat: This is my first year, sir. We have come to Yorktown to sain new visions of human relations BULL-SHEVISM HELL ! ! Just what is meant by this word Hell? They say sometimes, It ' s cold as Hell! Sometimes they say, It ' s hot as Hell. When it rains hard, It ' s Hell, they cry, It ' s also Hell, when it is dry. They Hate like Hell to see it snow, It ' s A Hell of a wind, when it starts to blow. Now How in the Hell can anj ' one tell What in the Hell they mean by this word Hell? ' This married life is Hell, they say, When he comes in late there ' s Hell to Pay. It ' s Hell when the kid you have to tote, It ' s Hell when the doctor sends his bills, For A Hell of a lot of trips and pills. When you get this you will know real well, Just what is meant by this word Hell. Hell yes, Hell no, and Oh Hell, too, And What in the Hell, and The Hell you do. The Hell you don ' t, and the Hell it is, The Hell with your ' s, and the Hell with his. Now Who in Hell? and oh! Hell, where? And What in Hell do you think I care? But The Hell of it is, It ' s as sure as Hell, We don ' t know What in the Hell, is Hell. OH CAPTAIN, MY CAPTAIN Captain, My Captain, our fearful trip is done ; You ' ve marred our Keydet happy days, you ' ve shat- tered all our fun ; The dip is here, the breadline near, but still we ' re all exulting — We change our clothes, and thumb our nose, the bones we have forgotten: But oh Tours, Tours, Tours, Our feet cry out in pain, While on the road our Captain rode, We walked through snow and rain. Captain My Captain, rise up — we fire our hand, Rise up — to you we bid a sweet adieu. By your hydrant you can stand; For you we leave drills and parades. For you the shining brasses. For you, are left cold sleepless nights, rifles, swords and classes; Hear, Captain dear Simple. It ' s our turn to rub it in. That four-year victory you ' ve won Has turned out pretty thin. My Captain does not answer, he ' s gone out to in- spect; My simple does not hear my call; what more can you expect? Now that my ship is anchored safe, my voyage closed and done, He ' s not around — Hell, no he ' s not — he cannot hear my fun. Exult, oh keydets; ring, oh hells, While I, with raised head, Grasp the sheepskin, my Captain lies, Passed out, cold in bed. DODSONS REDUCING COMPOUND A Crowd of Honorable Youths Pressing up the Hill of Science, with Noble Emulation 1 I i || ! f f 1 ' But, my dear, why didn ' t ycu think of that before TO THE GIRL I LEFT BEHIND ME You made me what I am today, I hope you ' re satisfied. You made me lose my freedom, To become the army ' s pride. You said I ' d be irresistible With that military flair, But as soon as I signed, on the dotted line, You promptly gave me the air. You fell for the boy in the Stetson hat ' While a shako murdered my brain, You loved the guy in the sport coupe While I walked long miles in the rain. You acquired six or seven beaux, I collected demerits instead; And while you went to the picture shows 1 walked ' till my dogs were dead. You wanted to come to a formal hop. Of course, I invited you down. While I went on guard from twelve to one, You dated every Mink in town. You got my pin, my cape and ring, Everything my money could buy, But when the blonde asked who I was, You said, Just a ' prep ' school guy. I wish you were a rat for just one day I ' d run over you rough shod; I ' d give you sheenies till you passed out cold, Then I ' ll bet you ' d snap to God. Ti.-« THY M - W THEY SHALL NOT PASS! i SONG ' O THE SUBS There was a man called the Bull. Of the proverbial stuff he was full. All of us know, his methods were low. Some boy, this man called the Bull. There was a man called the Queen. His stature was long, and so lean, It ' s a known fact by all — he ' s as queer as he ' s tall. What a dear! This man called the Queen. Then comes the boy they called Joe. To the burg, he often did go. It must lie put in, that he loved corn and gin, Did the bad man referred to as Joe. Then comes to our mind Simple Saint. His action and manners were quaint, A queer looking dog, in a dense misty fog, the ' Saint. WORKING TO BEAT HELL this sneezing old scrupl Then there was floppy C. T. In a blear he always would be. When they passed out the brains, h( the rain. We ' re sorry for poor amblin ' C, This is the ' ' Song of the Subs. ' ' Most of them are always nubs. How nice it would be if there just weren ' t any; But then they would starve — the poor Subs. was lost in T. A DOGGY PARADE There was ' a picture in this space— Of an awful funny face — A big and round and fat one that we know. We ' d fixed this guy O. K., But the CENSORS had their say; It ' s a shame we had to miss that last big blow. L Jgjl rT StJiid v «J, rf__ f b  i I B. y We must apologize again, For it surely was a shame To throw this noble picture in the can. The world of art is loser By this action s o peculiar, But the CENSORS said it had to get the ban. IT ISN ' T THE HEAT— IT ' S THE TIMIDITY ' Last night I drank seven cocktails. I wonder if I did wrong? ' ' Good heavens, girl, can ' t you remember? Where is the fare for the boy? asked the conductor. Why, he is only four years old. ' ' One look at that boy ' s face makes me think he is nearer ten. Can I help it if he worries? You remember when you cured my rheumatism a couple of years ago, Doc ? asked the patient, and you told me that I should avoid dampness? Yes, that ' s right, said the doctor. Well, I ' ve come to ask you if I can take a bath. He : Every time I kiss you, it makes me a better man. She : Well, you don ' t have to try to get to heaven in one eve- IS THAT THE ONE, MISTER? If the person who stole the alcohol out of my cellar hi a glass jar will return Grandma ' s appendix no questions will lie asked. — Ad. WHEN I AM GONE Collector: Any money on the Cadet? Eat: It ' s against the rules to gamble, sir. When I am gone, Oh V. it. I., Sing no sad songs for me, Cast thou no curses at my head, Nor too sarcastic be; For all the times I ran the block, I paid my dues, you bet; And if thou wilt, remember, And, if thou wilt, forget. I shall not walk your lonely tours, I shall not hear your horn, Those devastating tones of grief, That rip thru happy morn. And not to hear your taps again, Of that I shall not fret, Hap ' ly, I may remember, And hap ' ly, may forget. WISHES TO THANK THE ADVERTISERS WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED To the Success of this Booh Augusta jfMttarp Scatiemp FORT DEFIANCE, VIRGINIA Founded 1865 The Augusta Military Academy has been a Government Honor Military School for the past several years. R.O.T.C. has been a main feature of this school for the past 15 years. We specially prepare boys for Virginia Military Institute, IT. S. Military Academy and the II. S. Naval Academy. The Augusta Military Academy is an accredited member of the Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools of the Southern States. It is also accredited by the State of Virginia. The Augusta Military Academy selects one-third of its teachers from the graduates of the Virginia Military Institute and during the past 67 years has sent hundreds of boys to the V. M. I. We have two complete athletic fields, both of which are used for baseball, football and track. Our gymnasium is 170x120 feet. It contains, three regulation basketball courts. It has a boxing room with circus seats that will accommodate 1,000 spectators. It has a wrestling room which will accommodate a squad of 40 men. It has combination steel lockers for 350 boys and members! of the faculty. It has a room for rifle range practice which will accommodate 10 men at one time. It has a fencing hall where this sport may be indulged in at all times. It has a swimming pool 80x40 feet, which is open to all- cadets at all times. We specialize in foot- ball, boxing, baseball, basketball, wrestling, track, fencing and horseback riding. Special rates for 1932-33 will be $750.00. Apply for Catalog to COL. T. J. ROLLER or MAJ. C. S. ROLLER, JR. Co-Principals FORT DEFIANCE, VIRGINIA Augusta Fruit and Produce Co., Inc. WHOLESALE CONFECTIONERS Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Produce, Etc. Opposite C. O. Depot STAUNTON, VIRGINIA American beauty Mattress Co. LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA Manufacturers High Grade Mattresses Distributors Felt Base Floor Coverings and Simmons Beds and Springs Boieys Book Store LEXINGTON, VA. Quality Stationery Current Fiction Popular Reprints Gift Novelties Class Seal Jewelry Trophies, Dance Favors Athletic Emblems Class Rings and Pins Commencement Invitations L.G.BALFOUR CO. ATTLEBORO, MASS. W. W. BOXLEY COMPANY Railroad Contractors TUNNEL AND HEAVY CONCRETE WORK Pioneer Producers of CRUSHED LIMESTONE All Modern Methods QUARRIES LOCATED : Pembroke, Va., Pounding Mill, Va., Blue Ridge, Va., on Norfolk and Western Railway Boxley, Va., on Atlantic Coast Line Railroad PRINCIPAL OFFICE : 711 BOXLEY BUILDING ROANOKE, VA. Give Us a Chance To figure with you on your next order for SENIOR RINGS MINIATURES PINS PARTY FAVORS MEDALS and COLLEGE JEWELRY The VERY BEST For LESS MONEY Buckingham Flippin 919 Main Street LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA Compliments of WALTER BURKE Compliments of W. A. 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Gifts for Every Occasion F. H. CLOTHiER Interior Decorator FRANCES HAMILTON Gift Consultant WARNER BROS. MEW TIHIEATEE LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA . RALPH DAVES, Manager ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ WHEN YOU WANT A Good Place to Eat AND A Good Place to Sleep COME TO THE DUTCH INN MRS. R. L. OWEN Established Over a Century D. EVANS CO. INCORPORATED MANUFACTURERS OF High Grade Gilt, Silver and Nickel Buttons 29 JAY STREET NORTH ATTLEBORO, MASS. MEET YOUR FRIENDS AT THE Lexington Pool Company ' s NEWEST AND NICEST POOL AND BILLIARD PARLORS Prompt and Courteous Service THE CHAS. H. ELLIOTT COMPANY Seventeenth Street and Lehigh Avenue PHILADELPHIA, PA. Stationers and Jewelers OFFICIAL JEWELERS TO CLASSES OF 1931, 1932 and 1933 OF VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE THE LARGEST COLLEGE ENGRAVING HOUSE IN THE WORLD E. P. MILLER, President J. D. OWEN, Vice-President and Cashier O. B. BARKER, Vice-President J. L. JONES, Assistant Cashier H. T. NICHOLAS, Vice-President J. L. 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We hope you will often return to the scene of your Insti- tute days and make McCRUM ' S your your Lexington Headquarters. Fountain Service Unexcelled TERMINAL FOR ALL BUS LINES Everybody Qoes to McCrurri V M. S. McCOY Meats, Groceries, Provisions OLD VIRGINIA CURED HAMS A SPECIALTY c ? Telephones : 147-78-98-107-174-181 LEXINGTON, VA. Army-Navy Uniform Insignia Buttons, Equipment For over 45 yours we have boon manu- facturing military insignia and equipments for the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps and other branches of the military government services. During these years we have also specialized in manufacturing special devices, insignia, buttons, and equipments for military schools and colleges. We shall be glad to assist in the creation of special designs and will furnish sketches of same, on request. Quartermasters Please Note: Our latest dealers catalog (fully illustrated) we believe will prove very helpful. A copy will gladly be forwarded on request. N. S. MEYER 43 East 1 9th Street New York MONTAG ' S Fashionable Writing Papers School Stationery Students ' Supplies MONTAG BROS. Manufacturing Stationers ATLANTA, GA. Miller Manufacturing Company, Inc. MANUFACTURERS Sash, Doors, Blinds, Interior Finish, Mill Work Box Shooks Lumber ♦ OFFICE AND FACTORY: Stockton Street, Sixth to Seventh RICHMOND, VA. Compliments of RALPH G. MILLER BALTIMORE, MD. Patrick Henry Hotel % ROANOKE, VIRGINIA c tlantic Greyhound ines Chartered Trips to any point in the U?iited States Complete local and long distance service from Lexington to any point in the United States, Canada and zJYCexico Offices: 16 CHURCH AVENUE, W. ROANOKE, VA. THE V. M. I. Post ♦ Exchange A Store Conducted in Bar- racks which is Governed by a Council composed of Offi- cers who serve without compensation All profits are apportioned to Cadet activities with a view to benefiting the Corps as a whole, and not for the benefit of an individual — thus eliminating the practice which formerly ex- isted of soliciting funds in Barracks for such activities. Compliments of V. M. I. Pressing Shop The Very Best Service in Cleaning and P ressing for the Cadet Corps Second Floor Laundry Building FLAMINGO, guaranteed to meet Federal Specifications for Masonry Cement, is a true Hydraulic Lime, and differs from Hydrated Lime in that it hardens under water like Hydraulic Portland Cement, and develops many times greater early as well as ultimate tensile and compressive strength. Ready to Mix. Ready to Use. Does away with Leaky Walls. Write us for reports of tests of Hydraulic Lime as an admixture in Concrete. Adds notably to strength: increases work-ability and uniformity; corrects honeycombing; gives water-tight concrete. Riverton Lime Company RIVERTON, VIRGINIA Compliments of THE PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA Compliments of D. B. RYLAND COMPANY Lynchburg and Bristol Virginia Rockbridge Steam Laundry Incorporated 1_8-5 1 1-8-5 A MEMBER OF THE J jiundry Owners ' National Asso- ciation of the United States and Canada Send Us Your Paletots Rockbridge Motor Co. INCORPORATED GARAGE Chrysler — Plymouth Cars PHONE 289 COME TO GREATER HOTEL ROANOKE Modern to the Moment At. very moderate rates for such excep- tional accommodations, here are 250 rooms of solid comfort with every conceivable con- venience — single or double — of the restful type that make you glad you ' re here. Modern fireproof garage in direct connection, with reasonable charges for all services. Hotel Roanoke ' s meals are celebrated among travellers for the wide variety of sea- sonable foods served throughout the year. May we make a reservation for you? HOTEL ROANOKE KENNETH E. HYDE, Manager KOANOKE, VIRGINIA u Key clefs ' ' and Their Friends ALL GO TO RICE ' S DRUG STORE For Their Drug Store Items Fountain Drinks, Sandwiches Cigars, Cigarettes and Whitman s Candy Rockbridge National Bank LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA The County s Oldest and Largest Bank PAUL M. PENICK, President S. M. DUNLAP, Vice-President JOHN L. CAMPBELL, Trust Officer A. P. WADE, Cashier Cadets Are Invited to Patronize The County News Job Office On Main Street, Lexington, opposite the Presbyterian Sunday School Room Cards, Stationery, Circulars and Booklets Printed Promptly in Nice Style and at Reasonable Prices Compliments of SAM ZIMMERMAN V. M. I. Repair Shop You Need Never Sever Rela- tions With STETSON D On request we will gladly send you a complete set of samples of every fabric in our line. Your Measurements Are Kept on File for years after graduation. The style, of course, is dictated by your individual tastes You Need Never Sever Relations With Justly Famous BALTIMORE Tailors to College. Men From Coast to Coast GY D A )E are Athletic Out- M_y titters to Virginia Military Institute and hun- dreds ot other College, School and Club Teams. SOUTHERN ATHLETIC SUPPLY CO.. Inc. 106 North Seventh Street RICHMOND. VIRGINIA Roller Uniform Manu- facturing Company MOUNT SIDNEY VIRGINIA Let Us Make Your Capes for Next Year REASONABLE PRICES COMPLIMENTS OF Smith Dry Cleaning Wor ks LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA W z Do All the Cleaning for the V. Pressing Shop M. I. SERVICE TO THE CADET CORPS SEWARD ' S outstanding luggage is featured by the Post Exchange, which enables the officers and cadets to buy trunks or lug- gage at a considerable saving SEWARD ' S Trunk Bag Company WORLD ' S LARGEST MANUFACTURERS OF TRUNKS AND LUGGAGE PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA Stonewall Jackson Cafe GOOD THINGS TO EAT We Cater to Cadets FRIGIDAIRE DISTRIBUTOR f mnoAC NORFQLK _ _ _ V|RG)N|A Compliments of A FRIEND COMPLIMENTS OF . DICK TAYLOR Official Representative equitable 3Ufe Insurance Companp of Sotoa HE VIRGINIA ART BAGS of Spring, 1932, carry on the tradition of the Virginia Art Goods Studios in a way that is nothing short of a revelation of just how lovely a bag can be. They are for you . . . who cherish the beautiful and the unique ... to add the last smart touch to your own ensemble . . . or to used as coveted gifts or favors. Look for them in the Lexington Gift and Art Shop, or in the best shops throughout the country. For illustrations of some of our widely popular numbers, including that cleverest, most practical idea in bags . . . the wash- able slip-cover . . . write directly to — Sty Hirgtma Art (Son s tufros, 3nr. LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA Ptrgmta fftilitaxp Institute IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIISIIIIII IIIIIigMlEI IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII Major-General John A. Lejeune Superintendent Ninety-third Year One of the few institutions, if not the only one, in the United States, combining the rigid military system of the United States Military Academy with Engineering and Liberal Arts Courses LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA WEINBERG ' S Hear the Latest Records — VICTOR-COLUMBIA Oriole Gas Ranges RADIOS Majestic-Bosch- Victor A. B. C. and Maytag Washing Machines Also Complete Stock Radio Tubes and Musical Equipment MUSIC SHOP THE Universal Shoes WORN BY V. M. I. CADETS Are Manufactured By GEO. D. WITT SHOE CO. LYNCHBURG, VA. Robert E. Lee Hotel LEXINGTON VA. 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