Berkshire Community College - Falconer Yearbook (Pittsfield, MA)

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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.

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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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Charles Thomas Whillips, ir. BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA . . I bama s gift to the fair sex. Never having -. .- - to worry about academics, he spent most 'From the deep South comes Phil, Ala- T L of his study hours getting out of tangles created by inviting from two to three girls up for the weekend. His philosophy was, When worried, turn inf' His easy-going attitude and friendliness made him a welcome participant in all activities. Wrestling, gym, and military track all held his athletic interests. He could fight the War Between the States over a bridge table with the best the Yankees could offer. A true gentleman and a ine scholar, Charles will make a fine shipmate. Compary' Wrestling 3, 7,' Battalion Crew 4,5 Campafyl Gym 3, 7. ,. N Qlfied .Quguslus lawyer PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS g Born in Venezuela, little Gus was taken at an early age to the Lone Star State where he proceeded to attain the tradi- tional height of six feet one. Port Arthur, though reputed to be mostly under water, at least afforded Gus an ever present view of the sea, with the result that he finally joined the crew on the Severn. Gus had a hand in several sports including football and crew, but his favorite was swimming, at which he was no amateur. On the other hand, his natural Texas laziness made him an expert at horizontal engineering. Gus hopes to enter the submarine branch of our Navy. Best of luck, and may you surface to a long and- prosperous career. P+ Swimming 4, 5455 Battalion Football 4, 7,' , Battalion Crew 3,' Boat Club 4, 3,1 Radio Club 3, 7g Reception Corrzrnittee 4. Blberl tforsby Rawls, fr. LEWISTON, IDAHO EE EP, came to the Academy from way be- yond the hills of Idaho. A Westerner V I from way back, he was nevertheless al- 'ir f--'- I- I ways susceptible to our Eastern girls. He had a tussle with the Dago,' department, but came through on top. After that it was smooth sailing. The studies came easy, and there was plenty of time for letter writing. Needless to say most of them went to sweet young things. Being naturally cheerful, modest, good-natured, and al- ways willing to do more than his share, he was a welcome addition to the crowd, no matter what the occasion. iLf l Battalion Pusbball 3. 152 golln flllarsllall Wreufiil MOUNT STERLING, KENTUCKY I 1 ,Q A Q' From the Bluegrass of Kentucky, J came to the shores of the Severn. l dent from the start in his ability to I the academic departments in the battle, Hjudgen spent much of his time eng in sack drill. Claiming to get better gra.des pe time spent studying than anyone else, the JI logged up an amazing amount of sleep. The tucky gentleman had a way with the wom spent many weekends dragging. Although ally not prone to exert himself, the Judge out great energy when exams threatened watch was fouled up, and this ability will sei well in the future. Qjrarlerderk Sariegl 4, 3,' Radio Club 7. flllarlin Ulerberl tlheaa HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT I ' ' ,if So long as we didn't call him a C ' Y I . . a 3 ticut Yankee, It was all right W' ' Martin, Mortimer U Whatever 1 E his sobriquet in the future, when turns to Bancroft Hall as a D. O., we shall remember Mort,' simply as a wonderful fe have as a classmate. We envied him for his way with the ladies, may be understood from the picture. That in Martinis eyes stands for a heart full of cheerfulness, and ability to understand his man, which is why we liked him. There is ch behind those eyes too-loyal, sincere, enth and energetic-which is why we respect' admired him. Battalion .Swimming 7,' Company Soflball 7g Reqf Points 4,' Model Club 4.