Kentucky Military Institute - Saber Yearbook (Lyndon, KY)

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JAMES LINN NEWKIRK Cleveland Heights. 0. In the two years that Jlm's been here. he has made many friends be- cause of the good word that he has for everyone. The girls occupy B large part of his time, but he has managed to make good grades and do fine military work. He is always willing to do anything for anyone and his diligence has earned him a. good record. Jim will probably gain any position in life for which he may strive. Company D-Line Sergeant: Merit Bar: Anvil. Saber: Camera Club: In- tramural Softball. WILLIAM PETTIT III Lexington, Ky. Moe came to us three years ago, and soon made a name for himself ln military work. He was a friend of many and kept a circle of close friends. He was glad to lend help at any tlme. Hls mild manners and sense of sincerity, coupled with sports and the military program, served to carry hlm successfully through school. Easy does lt seems best to describe his philosophy as a Cadet. Company D-Staff Sergeant: Best Company: Best Drilled Cadet. '45, '46s Expert Rifle Medal. JACK KEARNS PRESTON Cincinnati. 0. Jack, whose nickname is Fish, should be called shark, He spent most of his Florida time in the pool hall teaching the boys the fine points of the game. He has done well in aca- demics. has taken an interest in all activities. and has done well in sports. When playing basketball, the battalion could but ask for one thing-a sun tan. He could put the sphere through the hoop, as Pauper Porter will tell all comets. Although this Cincy boy has been here but a year, he has done much which lt takes others four years to do. Jack's diversified abilities should make hlm outstanding in any career. Band-Private: Anvil: vii-my sas- ketball, and Saber Staff. CHARLES FRANK NUTTING Cincinnati, 0. Nut has always been swell -- one that everyone likes. He is always happy and can think of many things to do, but his favorite hobby ls jazz. He was very good in sports and worked hard on his studies-winning friends through his sincerity and cheerfulness, His persmallty will win him success wherever he may be. Company D - Prlvateg Saber Staff: J, V. Football: Intramural Baseball. Track, and Football. DONALD JACK PORTER Zanesville. 0. Jack ls what you would call the strong. silent type. He rarely gets mad and takes things as they come. He is one of the big Sax men of the Kampus Kats. always ready for some hot jlve. Jack stands up pretty Well when lt comes to athletics and aca- demic work. He played J, V, football and basketball and was hitting the Honor Roll pretty regularly. He always tries his best in every- thing that he does, and almost always comes out on LDP. Wlth these char- acteristics he is sure to become a success ln his chosen profession. Band-Staff Sergeant: Honor Roll. Distinguished Military Bar: Merit Bar' Orchestra: Choir: Saber Staff: J. V. Football: Intramural Basketball. Track, and Volleyball. WILLIAM GORDON RACE Femdale. Mich. Bill came here three years ago. and soon made himself at home in Louis- vllle, where he seemed to have an ac- tive interest. Academics dldn't mean much to Blll, but he Bot through all right. He soon gathered some close friends, and this allowed him to prac- tlce one of his favorite hobbies- talking, Photography soon took hold of him, and he became an active bug in this hobby. Bill always has a smile for everyone, and has done well in military work, His under- takings should earn him credit ln his career. Company A-Staff Sergeant: Expert Rifle Medal: Camera Club. Jv- . gases, gb Zgifxp E5 il - la 2 fa cerys! 34

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sNm 2, 5 A EE il 4- Z! 1645 as 'Ai GEORGE WILLIAM ROI-IDE Cincinnati, 0. Monk came here four years ago and soon made himself at home in all the iesponsibilities at K. M. I. He made the honor roll, several varsity teams. and distinguished himself in military work. Truly he was one of the leaders in the all-around activities. How- ever, Monk was not known for his dill- gence among the boys, but for his clownmg. His acting, amused all the boys that saw it, and his cheerfulness and good humor won him the friend- ship of many boys. His activities were wide and varied, and Monk certainly should succeed in any endeavor he makes in life. Company A-First Lieutenant: Dis- tinguished Military Bar: Rifle Sharp- sl1ooter's Medal: Honor Roll: K-Club: Football: Baseball: Swimming: Cheer- leader: Tennis: Saber: Anvil: Dance Committee: Student Council: President of the Senior Class, and Glee Club. LYLE CRAWFORD SMITH Huntington, W. Va. Smitty is one of the few fifth year men to graduate this year. Since he came he has made an excellent record in sports, military work, and studies. Smitty did spend most of his time here around Major Marshall's house, but this did not alter his work. for Smitty made many friends, and was admired by many. His good spirit and keenness should make many friends for him in his career. Company A - Captain: Honor Roll: K-Club: Football: Basketball: Track: Hi-Y, and Dance Committee. ROBERT RUSH SPARKS Rocky River, 0. Sparky spent two profitable years here at school-forming many lasting friendships through his geniality and helpful nature. Distinguishing himself in military work throughout his stay here, Sparky soon stood out as credita- ble in conduct as well as sports. Quiet, s'ncere. friendly-all words that de- scribe his pleasing personality, prom- ising a fine future. Line Sergeant, Company C - Merit Ribbons, Distinguished Military Bar: Intramural Tennis, Baseball, and Track. JAMES EDWARD RUNYAN Louisville, Ky. Coming a tremendous distance of seven miles, this senior has spent the amazingly long time of five years at this, our Alma Mater, Jim and Chas., an expression as common here as bacon and apples are the unbeatable com- bination who have been roomlng to- gether these many years. When Jim bemoaned the day he took Physics. Chas, was always on hand to comfort him. Although not a natural brain, Jim has made a good record academic- ally through hard work. Jim has been active in most intramural sports and promises to be a valuable asset to the track team. Because of his sincerity and industriousness, Jim will un- doubtedly do well in any field which he might choose to enter. Staff Color Sergeant: Honor Roll: Expert Rifleman Medal: Saber Staff: Camera Club, and Intramural Sports, EDWARD HOLDERBY SOLTER Charleston. W. Va. Salty, the fisherman, has taken a very active part ln the school activities during his stay here. He is always will- ing to show you anything that he can in order to help you, and this, with his quiet nature, have given him a re- spected spot among the boys, His aca- demic work has been difficult to mas- ter, but he works hard and has accom- pllshed a great deal in his ambitions. Company C-Staff Sergeant, and Ex- pert Rifle Medal. DANIEL DERONDA STEWART Pineville, Ky. Danny has made many advances here at K. M. I,-especially in military work. As a cadet officer he was one of the most efficient and dependable men in the Corps. Danny worked hard ln his studies and in sports, and suc- ceeded in getting honors in both. He was always ready to do anything for a person - always cheerful Y always dill- gent. He earned many friends because of his sincerity and industriousness. He was a credit to the school and should make a great success out of his undertakings. Company B-lst Lieutenant: Distin- guished Military Bar: Merit Bar: Best Company: Rifle Sharpshooter's Medali Saber: Kentucadet: Anvil? Choir: Cam- era Club: Honor Roll: J. V. Football. and Intramural Sports. l 'IL