Berkshire Community College - Falconer Yearbook (Pittsfield, MA)

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David Wokorny .lfewy NEw ORLEANS, 'LOUISIANA When Dave embarked on his Academy cruise, he was on his way toward achiev- ing an ambition he had had as long as he can remember. Always 'the pessimist, he never felt at ease about the future. But always trying his utmost when the going got tough, he kept afloat. Although Dave claims New Orleans cooking is the best in the country, he managed to become too heavy for crew coxswain, on Naval Academy chow. However, the Battalion crew wasn't so particular, and he got his numerals there. Navy Davy is very anxious to get back to the sea he has been away from for four years and sniff the ocean breeze again. Crew 4, 3,' Ryle 4, 3,5 Crew 3, 7,5 Clzesr Club 4. Cleo Glordean Gllilchell, fr. SYRAGUSE, NEW YORK i f-QT? t'What's the answer, Sir? That plea was I1 -Y: . heard. every minute of the day. As a one if man information booth for plebes and upperclass, Cleo won distinction. His biggest headaches were his job as Advertising Man- ager of the Trident and his unpredictable wife, All his time was spent sailing the Chesapeake, using his experience from the Florida seas. Though Jane is uppermost and gets a letter every day, c'Mitch never misses a chance to wolf -Navy to the core! His dependability and willingness to help others make him one of the best friends a man could have. Cleo is headed for Subs- the sooner the betterfl Varsity Sailing 4, 3, 7, :Ngg Reception Committee 4, 3, 7,' Trident Magazine, Advertising Manager 3, 7,- Luclgy Bag, Sertion Editor, 7g Boat Club 4, 3, 7. Ui. QU. .Bongnecker ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA Erie, the Garden Spot of the East, gave this amazing, ruddy-faced lad to the Navy. That his three years at the Acad- emy have not been wasted, can be seen by glancing at his athletic, academic, and executive records. The captaincy of the basketball team and running of the low hurdles did not affect his aca- demics adversely, nor did the reception of numer- ous pink and blue envelopes every day. As Com- pany three-striperf' he turned in an outstanding performance, keeping the Company in the upper bracket and establishing a precedent at which the next Commander could aim. The Fleet will receive a well-rounded and popular oflicer when E'-Iazz gets out there. - Varxigf Basketball 3, 7, Captain 7,' Nj Varsity Track 3, 7, .NT Battalion Football 7. 150 N A john always had a song ready x l Qliillfam Charles .Eewis KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE From the Great Smoky Mountain 'F' East Tennessee, there came a ce citizen who gradually earned the i f-va Stun'1py. He was a bit perturbc first over the prospect of wearing shoes, and i completely mastered his distaste. He rarely much walking over the weekends though h dulged in considerable dragging. Spare moments were spent in light actix reading, and whittling, and Stumpy gene managed to sleep off any disturbing inclina toward heavy exercise. Handball was indulgf sparingly. Very anxious over the possibility of missing of the war, he will be much put out if he dc see some active war duty. .. ,. ta., -Ll, 11: ui ,I fat :Hifi--v - ilrn 31' 1 Boat Club 35 Model Club 3. gohn flllullen, ir. CAMDEN, SOUTH CAROLINA .:a.,,::l3,1g In spite of a rat year at V. M .IVA i7 '1. In c e-. Plebe year at the Naval Acade E A frequent ill feelings toward aca occasions, the occasions presented themsel quently, for his singing was appreciated hands, and he seldom missed a session wi N. A. -10. John kept the postman busy b Bancroft Hall and South Carolina, as he to quent time out from academics and music t cise a fluent pen and a fresh sense of humt ambition and sense of duty will not fail to other characteristics in keeping him moving the road to success. NA-70 4, 3, 7,' Modal Club 4,' Log 3,' Frenclt Club Musical Club Shaw 4, 3, 7.

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ichard Dolan Ulerlziq SAN ANDREAS, CALIFORNIA Hookl' came from California, where it never rains, snows, or gets too hot. His pet peeves were Maryland weather and the system, which he considered to be f a diabolic scheme to make life miserable. gh Often at odds with the Inore mysterious ns of the Executive department, Dolan did everything he attempted, including his love and athletics. Dolan never took chances on ics, and as a result he usually surprised f when he saw his grades. His habit of not g loose ends extends to all of his fields of en- , and his natural conscientious attitude l make him a fine ollicer. Any job Dolan ill be one well done. Baseball 4,' Ilalian Club 4, 3. Conrad lflunnel grove, ir. DETROIT, MICIiIGAN 737 To his more intimate friends, Connie A A I is known as Lefty or Lacrosse-Stick Grovef' Always ready for a party, his ex- ceedingly high spirit more than upheld the morale of the 8th Company. He was a member of the Plebe Lacrosse Team, played a fair game of tennis and possessed much innate but dormant athletic ability. The Detroit Tigers are tops with Lefty, and it breaks his heart when they wind up in the second division. Happy, carefree, and never in want of friends or companions, he will make a successful officer in his chosen profession. 3 Lacrosse 4, 3, 7. I I l 1 l Qlexunder Qulian, ir. ' HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA if A 1, 'Y Coming from Hollywood, California, 7 Julian backed a desire to win with inex- haustible energy and a keen mind. Dur- ing Plebe year Alex pushed to the front and held that position throughout the course. 'Captain of the Gym team, a star man for the Aca- demic Course, and Regimental Commander are just a few of his achievements at the Academy. Although Academy life was no strain for Alex, it was not so with the women. He turned from the home town girl to models, coeds, and to secretaries, but, still he found no O. A. O. A little on the serious but with a sense of loyalty, courage, and duty, Julian is coveted as a friend and shipmate. Gym 4, 3, 7, captain 7,' gNl'l',' Ballalizm Track 4, 7g Rcaplirm Committee 4, 3, 7,' French Club 4, 35 Company Rapmrenlalive 3, 7,' Luclgf Bag 3, 7,' Boat Club 4, 35 Stars 4, 3. 149 flllillon 1 Tlirshberg HAVERHILL, MAssAOHUsETTs This is Miltyi' who came to Annapolis l ,' '. ' . FW 1 5, a year out of high school and eighteen. y, 5 Bringing with him a touch of Puritan strictness, he had much respect for doing things according to a code. With great soberness, he made being a midshipman a serious job. Always analytical, Milty gave vent to his contemplations in arguments., He never left you guessing what was on his mind. He was modest and enthusiastic in his living. His outlook for a career in the service and action with the Fleet has been given a noble start by his excellent record here. Battalion Track 4,' Ballalimz Crew 3,' Battalion Track 3, Varsity Cross County 7, Starr 4, 3.

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illiam .lleonard Gncfulloth PROVIDENCE, RI-IODE ISLAND The smallest state in the union taught Mac that there was no such word as Nquitf' Although continually lighting the academic department, he was never too o discuss any topic, whether it be football, or politics. Bill never dragged anything but ins, and to make a liberty with him was grill of a lifetime. His love for adventure was adowed only by his love for sleep. However, esire to relax didn't keep Mac from taking uuous workout every day. For many years we emernber his battle cry, What,s the chow? awed. :lion Football 3, 7,' Battalion Purhbnll 3,' Lacrosse 3, 7. Ralph Gerhard! Eipferl EXETER, PENNSYLVANIA Ralph laughingly claimed that he was really good-looking with his hat on. Then, too, he always had a ready smile at the mention of Gloria, his O. A. O. for all three years at the Academy. He is quiet and unassuming and can be depended on to do any job well. Ralph's love for the Navy made him an excellent roommate. He was always quick to an- alyze a given situation and in an argument, stuck by and often proved his point. Although no varsity star, Ralph was very active in intramural athletics. He is the kind of man any one will like as a ship- mate. We'll be looking forward to many happy meetings with you in the Fleet, Ralph. Battalion Football 4, 3,5 Track 4. Ulugh Qyer flllurphree Three short years ago Murph left his TROY, ALABAMA ff- 'clower fort with a ood crop of cotton and entered, the Navagl Academy. He left Q many friends and many girls with broken hearts in South Alabama, but he did not leave everything. He brought with him a Wonderful personality, a keen sense of humor, and much talent. In wrestling, tennis, football, billiards, bridge, or poker Murph is not only good, he is at the top. Academics never worried Hugh, he merely looked upon them as a relaxation period between his Culbertson workouts and weekends. His smooth dancing, witty chatter, and tall frame made him very attractive to the fair sex. A perfect roommate and a true friend--that's Murph. Batlalizm Temzir 4,' Boat Club 4, 3. 151 Tlerberl Q2 Glllills, ir. LYNBROOK, NEW YORK Here's to Herbie, a line wife and a swell i.,i' fellow, outstanding in baseball and V. a -?. football, and possessor of a genial dis- position. Herbie is one of the best known men in the Academy, his fans extending even into the 5th Battalion Qpartly due to his Nhomersi' which have enlivened many ball games, and also to the songs he's sung to the mess boys over the P. A. systeml. Among his many bids to fame is his possession of the pie-racing championship of the regiment. Any inquiries as to his prowess promptly brings a Soitainly, it's easy after ya woiks on it a woilef, Considering the above, Herb's proficiency in academics comes as a surprise to most. Football 4, 3, 1,- Vamp Baseball 4,'3, 1, Nr.