Kentucky Military Institute - Saber Yearbook (Lyndon, KY)

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JERRY WILSON STOREY Cincinnati, 0. Tish has been here two years and has won many friends in that time. His participation in sports has made him llked by all his teammates as well as being known as a good sport. Jerry has been one of the leading music lovers of the school - spending idle time at the 'tvic. His energetic per- sonality wlll make life much easier for him. Company A - Private: Intramural Baseball: Basketball, and Golf. RALPH TAG GE RT Get those Sport write-ups in. Tag- gert heard these words for many days and what do you know after six months he did get them in. Tag is one of those short little boys from Indiana that's packed with dynamite. He was pretty lively when it came to sports and pretty dead when it came to studies. Seriously though Taggert was one boy who could always be depended on no matter what the job. His ready smile and dry wit made him one of the favorite boys on the Campus. He was a Rough 'N Ready talent on the football field which made him a threat to any opposing team. Tag's re- sourcefulness will carry him to any goal that he heads for. Company C-lst Sergeant: Best Com- pany: J. V. Numeral: Varsity Football: Member of the Quill and Scroll: Ken- tucadet Staff: Saber Staff: Company Football and Company Basketball, JOHN CARROLL TURNER Lawrencebnrg, Ky. When Roscoe came here he had lit- tle trouble getting started in athletics and military work, although the studies caused him a little trouble. He soon won the friendship of his associates because of his happy and hearty na- ture. He was always ready to do any- thing for a friend, and on the ath- letic field was a very good sport. He made rapid advancement in military Work. His industriousness and gener- osity should gain him success and many friends in life. Company D-Sergeant: J. V. Foot- ball, and Intramural Sports. JAMES THOMAS TYSON London. 0. Tom is that big hunk of brawn that arrived from that huge town of Lon- don. Torn has the uncanny ability of be- ing able to bounce most of the boys off of the ceiling but nobody worries about it as Tom's heart is as big as he is. He always has a ready smile for every- one and enjoys a joke on himself as niluch as he enjoys one on someone e se. We don't know what Tom hopes to do for a career but we know that he will be on about the top rung of the lad- der of success. Private, Company D-J. V. Football: Intramural Sports, and Pro Marksman Medal. 4 DONALD JOSEPH TRAUTMAN Cincinnati. 0. Cinci has filled out the popula- tion of K. M. I. to a great extent, and Trauto is one of the boys. We all know him by his wit, humor, and bright outlook on llfe, Trauto spreads his humor to us in our school paper, but a great enjoyment is just listening to him, His participation in some of the sports keeps our scores well over the oppcnents. His determination and capabilities will help him reach the goal he has set Company D Y Private: Honor Rolli Sharpshootens Medal: Mortar Medal' Best Company: K-Club: Tennis: Golf: Baseball: Cheerleader: Saber S t aff 3 Anvil Staff: Choir: Dance Committee' Christmas Pageant1 Glee Club: Intra- mural Softball, and Swimming. ROBERT STUART VAN METRE Huntington. W. Va. C o m i n g f r o m picturesque little Huntington, so the natives say. Bobby was destined to he one of K. M. I.'s top boys, Being very popular from the start, he is admired by all and is con- sidered one of the battalions best offi' cers. Although not outstanding, his grades have been consistently good, but, as everyone knows. he excels in sports. Except for basketball Bobby has been on the varsity teams of the four major high school sports. Besides being an excellent player, he always displays teamwork and good sports- manship. With all these qualities Bobby is bound to achieve success in any field which he might choose to enter. Second Lieutenant: Band: Varsity Football: Baseball: Honor Roll: Chapel Reader: Club: Hi-Y' Intramural Sports: Merit Bars: Expert Rifle Medal, and Orchestra. ISV V7 I HPR 'gflvruf-ld -lj-1 ,Q if 37

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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

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3 5 Q qi ,f-P isa-t fv-I RICHARD ALLEN VINTON. JR. Greenwood, Miss. Dick came here from the Deep South. always ready to argue for his senator. Dick has one of the best rec- ords in this graduating class-a leader in all fields. He gathered many friends and all the boys admired his achieve- ments. He was one of the most effi- cient and diligent cadet officers in the battalion. He took an active interest in all the school organizations and showed his natural leadership in all his undertakings, Dick should reach the top of the ladder of success. Company B- Captain: Distinguished Military Bar: Honor Roll: Rifle Sharp- shooter's Medal: Mortar Medal: K- Club: Tennis: Baseball: Golf: Football: Hi-Y: Choir: Saber: Dance Committee: Student Council: Freshman President: Junior Vice President: Senior Secretary and Treasurer: Kendrick Medal, and Biscoe Hindman Medal. LCROY JACOB VVAGNER Springfield. 0. LeRoy came here four years ago- and in those four years has shown a great interest in the battalionfspend- ing most of his time improving mili- tary implements, Everyone that has worked with LeRoy knows his diligent and pleasant nature. He is always willing to do anything that he believes is right. LeRoy has shown an active interest in athletics and has been a member of almost every sport. Such an active and industrious person should achieve all his ideals. Staff-lst Lieutenant: Distinguished Military Bar: Honor Roll: Merit Bar: Rifle Marksmanship Medal: Broad Jump and High Jump Ribbons: K-Club: Varsity Football Manager: Intramural Basketball, Track, Softball. Baseball. Swimming, and Football. WARREN HERBERT WALZ Indianapolis, Ind. When Warren came here he had a hard time with the books, and con- tinued to have trouble throughout his stay here, but he did acquire many friends because of his genlality. He did well in military work and took an ac- tive interest in sports-all with a willingness to succeed. His friendliness and keenness will make him well-liked by his associates, Company C - Staff Sergeant: Merit Bar: Rifle Sharpshootefs Medal: Ken- tucadet, and Football Trainer. HOWARD WILDER JOE ORVAL WILLIAMS When Howard first came here, three Athens, 0- years ago. he had his troubles in mili- Spider, the little guy with the big tary and academic work. but his sec- personality. You really know he's ond year-what a change! He deter- around when that piano starts shed- mined to get as far as he could and ding some of its trimmings and gives he succeeded. Since then Howard has out with some solid music. His talents had little trouble with the studies and the girls, and really showed what some hard work can achieve. He has made himself known as an all-round good fellow and can count on getting to the top in his undertakings. Company A-Staff Sergeant: Merit Bar: Honor Roll: Distinguished Mill- tary Bar: Neatest Cadet Bar: Expert Rifle Medal: Camera Club: Saber: In- tramural Tennis. Football, Baseball. and Softball. QIXFKKE5 42' 'X' ,V A E E 2 2 J 1645 , ' don't stop with the ivories. he also goes in for the drums in a big way. Since this is his first year he hasn't gotten around to donning the cheverons as yet, but, as his nick-name implies. he gets around plenty. Spider has many friends other than those which he has made in the band. When he sets his mind to something he usually gets what he wants. For just that rea- son, we all expect him to fulfill our highest expectations of him. Band - Private, and Intramural Sports. 1 r l 1 1 l R 'r li x'i .4 'i