Massachusetts Maritime Academy - Muster Yearbook (Buzzards Bay, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1949 volume:

SIR, THE COMPANY IS FORMED . . . . MUSTER 1949 MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS DEDICATION Captain Howard G. Copeland, USNR Since assuming the Superintendency he has compiled the new curriculum and has won approval for granting of the degree of Bachelor of Nautical Science. He successfully negotiated the transfer of the USS Charleston from the Navy to the Academy (via the United States Maritime Commission) and brought the Charleston from San Fran- cisco to her Academy berth. Not for these reasons alone do we dedicate this yearbook to him. We have known his friendship, understanding, and cooperation in help- ing us overcome even our most minute problems. Throughout his long career he has held high the ideals of his alma mater and fought for her preeminence. TRIBUTE tequiescat in Pace Captain F. Palmer Harrington Captain Harrington, visiting his alma mater on a tour as Secretary of the Academy, succumbed to an attack on 12 November, 1947. The untimely passing of this familiar figure about the Boston office brought to an end a brilliant and irreproachable career. Always very friendly to Midshipmen passing through his office regardless of the reason, he will long be remembered by us all. Here he lies where he longed to be, Home is the sailor, home from the sea, And the hunter home from the hill. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CAPTAIN CHARLES W. HURLEY ARTHUR C. SULLIVAN EPHRAIM MARTIN Board of Visitors Walcott Ames, President, Barnstable County National Bank John Desmond, Commissioner of Education John J. Halloran, Vice-President, Sprague Steamship Company Warren B. Nott, Superintendent of Machinery and Trial Engineer, Bethlehem Steel Company, Shipbuilding Division, Fore River Commodore Norman L. Queen, USMS, Supervisor, State Maritime Academies, U. S. Maritime Commission Commander Frederick S. Walker, Merchant Marine Inspector-in-Charge, Ma- rine Inspection and Navigation, U. S. Coast Guard HARRISON PHOTO HISTORY OF THE ACADEMY The State of Massachusetts has always lived by the sea. It was, therefore, supreme- ly logical for her to take advantage, in 1891, of the Act of Congress encouraging State nautical schools, in order to avail herself of a continuing supply of trained young merchant officers. In 1892 the Navy sent the school its first ship, the USS ENTERPRISE, a wooden bark; and in 1893 the first class boarded the ship for a two-year training cruise, learning both the theory and prac- tice of going to sea. The ENTERPRISE was replaced in 1909 by the USS RANGER. The new ship was an iron-hulled barkentine with a low-pressure engine. Renamed the NAN- TUCKET by the Navy, she served the school well for many years until World War II, when she was renamed the EMORY RICE, in honor of one of our famous graduates, and sent to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. During three wars the Academy has provided hundreds of officers lor the Nav y and Merchant Marine; many of them gave their lives in the two great struggles for mankind. After the attack on Pearl Harbor the Government shortened the course to six- teen months and increased the enrollment. To do this the Academy had to have a shore base. Accordingly, in July, 1942, the present site was occupied. Meanwhile cruises were shared with other Academies on Maritime Commission ships. In our brief time here we have seen a new vigor in the old school. The granting of the degree of Bachelor of Nautical Science has been authorized. On the 1948 cruise the Academy sailed to San Francis- co, where it boarded its new ship, the USTS CHARLESTON, for the return trip. Proudly the Midshipmen sailed her home to Buzzards Bay, the ship ' s perma- nent berth. The Academy has played a long and steadily more important role in the mari- time affairs of our country, and seems des- tined for even greater things in the future. His Excellency, Paul A. Dever Governor of Massachusetts THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT STATE HOUSE, BOSTON PAUL A. DEVER GOVERNOR February 21, 1949 To the Graduating Class of 1949: I welcome the opportunity to extend the greetings of the Commonwealth to the senior class of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy through the medium of your class publication THE MUSTER . The Massachusetts Maritime Academy (formerly the Massachusetts Nautical School), a division of the Massachusetts Department of Education, founded in 1891 for the purpose of educating and training young men of the Commonwealth to become officers on the ships of the American Merchant Marine has, over the years, achieved an outstanding tradition of accomplishment unexcelled in the entire nation. It is significant that after fifty-eight years of the school ' s existence we find in 1949 many more appli- cants than there are vacancies. Therefore, only young men who are of rugged physique, who possess adequate education- al backgrounds, who are amenable to strict discipline, and who are determined in their desire for a seafaring life and a career in the maritime industry can be chosen for training . You members of the graduating class are such and upon the completion of your training will be ready to fol- low the footsteps of hundreds of your predecessors who hold responsible positions on our merchant shins, from Captain and Chief Engineer down to the Junior Officers on d ck and in the engine room, as well as high executive offices in our Government Maritime Agencies, the Navy, and private shipping companies. Therefore, in addition to my official greeting, may I personally join with you members of the gradu- ating class of 1949 in heartfelt thanks to the citi- zens of the Commonwealth as well as to the federal government whose combined efforts have kept this school in the forefront of maritime education in America . Very sincerely yours, SUPERINTENDENT Captain Howard G. Copeland, USNR Captain Copeland was 1906 Honor 42; Commanding Officer, First Battalion, Graduate of Massachusetts Nautical Naval Reserve; Officer-in-Charge, Naval School. Immediately commissioned En- Reserve Policy Section, Navy Department; sign, Naval Militia, Massachusetts, he rose Personnel Officer, First Naval District; in rank until 1918, when by Act of Con- President, First Naval District General gress he was transferred to the Naval Court Martial; and Superintendent, Reserve as Lieutenant Commander. Since Masachusetts Maritime Academy, that time he has achieved his present rank. The Captain has received the following His long career has included the follow- awards among others: World War I and ing assignments: Commanding Officer, II Victory Medals, the former with Escort Training Ships NEWPORT, GLOUCES- Clasp; American Defense and American TER, and ROGERS; Naval Aide to Gov- Theatre Medals; Naval Reserve Medal ernors Walsh, McColl, and Coolidge; with three stars; Navy Commendation and Superintendent, Cadet School, Naval Naval Reserve Special Commendation Militia of Massachusetts; Damage Control Ribbons, Navy Expert Rifle and Pistol Officer, USS GEORGIA during World Medals; and Secretary of the Navy Special War I; Executive Officer, Massachusetts Commendation letter. Nautical School; Commanding Officer, He also holds an unlimited master ' s Training Ships EAGLE 19 and EAGLE license. EXECUTIVE OFFICER Commander John W. Thompson, USMS As Executive Officer of the Academy, Commander Thompson has won the re- spect of all the Midshipmen for his taut, yet square, treatment of all of us under his charge. Graduating from the NANTUCKET in 1912, he spent five years with the Light- house Service and one year with the New York-Puerto Rico Line and the Savannah Line. During World War I he was with the U.S. Army mineplanters at Newport. After the war he returned to the school- ship as Navigator, and remained until 1925. A ten-year period as a Scout Execu- tive followed, during which he organized the Pine Tree Council of Maine and served as Executive Officer of the Quincy Council. In 1935 he again returned to the NAN- TUCKET as Navigator, retaining that position until 1941, when the Massachu- setts Nautical School came to Hyannis and was renamed the Massachusetts Mari- time Academy. At this time he became Executive Officer, and he has devoted himself to building this institution into what it is today. CHIEF ENGINEER Lieutenant Commander James M. Murray, USNR Our esteemed Chief Engineer came to us in August, 1947. Since that time, in teaching and practice Mr. Murray has constantly worked hard to instil engineer- ing know-how into his student. He con- tributed largely to the preparation of the CHARLESTON for her trip home last year. Mr. Murray graduated from the Nau- tical School in 1935, thereafter working with such companies as United Fruit Com- pany, Eastern Steamship Lines, and Cities Service Oil Company until 1942, when he was called into the Navy. His first asign- ment was as machinery inspector at Boston Navy Yard. Next came a tour of duty as chief engineer at Maine Maritime Acad- emy. In 1945 he was made chief engineer of the USS SANCTUARY, a hospital ship, and in 1946, upon separation, he entered the Veterans ' Administration, a position he held until coming here. Navigator, and head of the department of navigation and seamanship, Mr. Rounds graduated from the Massachusetts Nautical School in 1926, where he was cadet chief officer. After shipping out with Standard Oil Company and United Fruit Company, he reported to the Nautical School as a watch officer in the early 1930 ' s. Since then he has been connected with the Academy, except for a tour of Navy duty during the war. Mr. Round ' s ability as a teacher of navigation is amply proven by the calibre of the deck gradu- ates who have come under his tutelage. As an officer he commands our respect. LIEUTENANT COMMANDER RICHARD T. ■ROUNDS, USNR Commander Woodland graduated from the schoolship as cadet master in 1929. He shipped out until 1934, when he re- turned to the school as an instructor. During this time his quiet efficiency and administrative ability have earned the re- spect of the Midshipmen. Serving in the Navy during the war as navigator and then executive officer of the USS MON- ROVIA, a troop transport operating in the Pacific, he returned in 1946 as ship construction, communications, and navi- gation instructor. The 1948 and 1949 cruises found him assigned as navigator of the USTS CHARLESTON, a post he has proven his ability to fill. COMMANDER LOUIS A. WOODLAND, USNR LIEUTENANT COMMANDER WILLIAM J. CONNORS, USNR Mr. Hirst, instructor of cargo stowage, ship operation, and maritime law, gradu- ated from the NANTUCKET in 1926. After spending many years afloat, includ- ing war-time sen-ice in the Merchant Marine, he became an instructor at the Maritime Service Upgrade School in Boston. Two years later he accepted a post as director of the Bay State Naviga- tion School, and in June, 1948, he com- menced his duties at the Academy. Able teacher of seamanship, Rules of the Road, and Rules for S.I., Mr. Con- nors graduated from the NANTUCKET in 1932. He came to the Academy as instructor and watch officer in 1940 after shipping out on both cargo vessels and oil tankers. Assigned to the Academy when he went on active duty, he stayed here for some time before being ordered to the USS NEOSHA, a tanker operating in the Pacific. At the end of the war he took command of the USS HESPLAN, a post he held until his return to the Academy in March, 1946. Much credit for the success of our deck cadets goes to Mr. Connors for his rigid insistence on proficiency in the classroom. LIEUTENANT PAUL G. HIRST, USMS After graduating from the schoolship in 1932, Mr. Page spent ten years with the American Export and Isthmian Steamship Companies, covering most of the world in his travels. In 1943 he ac- cepted an appointment as Pilot on the Panama Canal, a position he held until he resigned in 1948. He joined the Acad- emy staff in November, 1948 and has been responsible for the maintenance of the CHARLESTON at her berth in Buzzards Bay. LIEUTENANT LUCIAN T. PAGE, USMS Since his reporting to the NAN- TUCKET in 1927, Boatswain Brenner has served ably and colorfully as an in- structor in practical seamanship. A veter- an of many cruises, he handles any ship- board problem with a skill born of long experience and a keen mind. CHIEF BOATSWAIN ARTHUR G. BRENNER Electricity, refrigeration, and auxil- iaries are the subjects taught by Mr. Hemmerly. For six years after his grad- uation from the schoolship in 1936, he sailed for the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey. Called to active duty in 1942, he became chief engineer of the USS CONWAY (DD-507) and later of the USS SHANNON (DM-25), serving throughout the Pacific area. Upon separation he became an ice-plant man- ager until he resigned to accept his position here in 1947. LIEUTENANT COMMANDER WILLIAM H. HEMMERLY, USNR Mr. Swanson, instructor in boilers and Rules and Regulations, came to the Academy in January, 1948. Graduating from the schoolship in 1941, he became a shipyard machinist until he found a berth with American Export Lines. Leaving this post in 1946, he served as boiler inspector and safety engineer with Phoenix Indem- nity Insurance Company. Mr. Swanson has instituted a high degree of efficiency in the boiler division on the CHARLES- TON. ENSIGN LINWOOD G. SWANSON, USNR Mr. Crosby, who joined the staff in June, 1948, graduated from the Nautical School in 1931. Since that time he has been active in the marine industry, serv- ing for almost six years as chief engineer of various training vessels of the U. S. Merchant Marine Cadet Corps and ship- ping out with numerous steamship com- panies. As an assistant engineering officer, Mr. Crosbv has contributed to the excel- lent condition of the CHARLESTON. LIEUTENANT JAMES D. CROSBY, USNR A graduate of Colby College, with a M. Ed. degree from Bates College, Mr. Hods- don has had a long career both in the field of education and the Navy. In World War I he served on the USS KEAR- SARGE and at Harvard Officers ' School. Between wars he shipped with American Hawaiian Lines and taught school. Dur- ing World War II he served as Assistant Personnel Officer, Norfolk Naval Air Sta- tion, HECP officer at Balboa, and Com- manding Officer of Tongatabu and Funa- futi in the Pacific before coming to the Academy in 1947 to teach economics and history. LIEUTENANT COMMANDER RICHARD P. HODSDON, USNR Our English literature and composition instructor came to the school in August, 1946. Having graduated from Amherst College in 1940, he worked in the pur- chasing department of the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey until early 1943, when he entered the Coast Guard Reserve School. Upon being commissioned, he was assigned to convoy escort duty in the Atlantic for a year and a half. Then he took command of an auxiliary freighter carrying Army cargo between bases in New Guinea and the Philippines, until the end of hostilities. LIEUTENANT ADMONT G. CLARK, USCGR A fiery shock of red hair and a forcible but amiable personality mark the young athletic director and mathematics instruc- tor of the Academy. When no football coach was obtainable he took over the post and through perseverance moulded a team over a period of two years. A NROTC graduate of Holy Cross College, he became communications and radio offi- cer aboard the USS ASTORIA and USS PITTSBURG. Mr. Harrington possesses the spirit that will some day give the Academy a good, well-rounded athletic program. 7 LIEUTENANT (J. G.) LEE HARRINGTON, USNR Having taken his B. S. degree at New York University, Mr. Jaillet studied at the Sorbonne in Paris for four years. Upon his return he took his M. A. in psychology at the State Teachers ' College, Montclair, New Jersey. From 1935 to 1942 he taught languages at the Mont- clair Academy, coaching the rifle and tennis teams as well. After two years at Peekskill Academy, as head of the modern languages department, he went to the Newark Academy, and from there to Ad- miral Farragut Academy. He arrived at the Academy in September, 1948 to take up his duties as Spanish and history in- structor. LIEUTENANT CHARLES L. JAILLET, MMA Mr. Cease is a graduate of the U. S. Naval Academy, class of 1939. After serv- ice on battleships and destroyers the first year of war found him serving on the staff of Rear Admiral J. S. McCain. After duty aboard the USS MOBILE as assist- ant gunnery officer, Mr. Cease went to the Naval Reserve Midshipman School, Columbia University. In 1946 he was first lieutenant aboard the USS INDEPEN- DENCE, a target ship at Bikini. From there he went to the USS TUCSON as navigator before being assigned as head of the Naval Science Department in 1947. By his untiring efforts he has brought the company to peak efficiency in uniform and drill. LIEUTENANT COMMANDER JOHN M. CEASE, USN LIEUTENANT (J. G.) HARRY E. WEBER, USN Another Naval Science Department in- structor is Mr. Combs, an ambitious, hard-working officer who taught us com- munications when we first entered the Academy, and later many other subjects. To him went the duty of keeping the old SC-1321 in good shape while she was at- tached to the school. He also is a fine ex- ample of those naval officers who have come up through the ranks and have served well in the war. A veteran member of the Naval Science Department, Mr. Weber is an able in- structor who is ever willing to help a Mid- shipman in difficulties with his studies. He is a Navy man of fifteen years ' experience, having achieved his commission by com- ing up the hawspipe and retaining it through leadership and study. Since his favorite sport is target practice, he greatly enjoys going to Camp Edwards range with the midshipmen, giving them pointers on the fine art of handling the Springfield rifle as well as driving — California style. LIEUTENANT (J. G.) ELZIE E. COMBS, USN COMMANDER GEORGE H. UPTON, USN (Ret.) In the pay office we find the worthy successor to Mr. Parker. Commander Upton came to us from the First Naval District, where he was Senior Assistant Supply Officer. After completing courses at the University of California he enlisted in the Navy in 1908, was a mem- ber of the Transport Service in World War I, and served on such vessels as the USS OREGON, USS ST. LOUIS, USS SAN DIEGO, USS PENNSYLVANIA, and others. During the last war he was Supply Officer at the Fargo Building for two years and War Plans Officer (Supply Division) for the First Naval District. On coming to the Academy he completely reorganized the pay department. WE THANK YOU To all those officers who have left the Academy but have aided us greatly on the road to success we wish to express our deepest gratitude. FOREWORD NOW IS THE DAY! You arc shoving ofT; crossing the Academy gangway for the last time before commencing your cruise into new waters; your trick as Midshipman is over; the watch has ended and you arc about to get underway for the future, under your own power. Most of you came here as boys right out of High or Prep School. Here you faced entirely new conditions and problems. Here you have lived and studied, drilled, worked, played and carried on in the tradition of those who have preceded you in this place. Like your predecessors, you have learned the basic essentials of a sea-going officer ' s pro- It ssion. You have acquired the habit of obedience; you have developed initiative, trust- worthiness, honesty of purpose, respect for authority, and respect for the rights and property of others. You have been members of a team and know the necessity for team-work. You have become conscious of the simple dignity of work and the satisfaction of a job well done. You have learned that loyalty is the core around which any successful and efficient organization must be built. You have come to know the value of true friendship and the meaning of the most fraternal term in the lexicon of words of any language — SHIPMATE. In a very short time you have become men. All of this has not been easy, but it has led you steadily forward toward the goal of your immediate desire. You arc today the proud possessor of a hard-earned diploma of a time-honored institution known and highly respected for its contribution in the field of maritime education, not only in Massachusetts but throughout the entire maritime world. What is even more - — you have, in high degree, become the possessor of those priceless things, self-discipline and self-respect. You have accomplished these things during a most difficult but significant time for the Academy — the years of transition from a wartime to a peacetime schedule; the years of transition from cruising in a Maritime Commission training ship under Maritime Commis- sion auspices to the acquisition and operation of your own well-appointed training ship; the years of transition from a purely secondary school status to that of a degree-granting, college-level institution. You have built new traditions and set new standards. You have been clothed with the added distinction of a Baccalaureate Degree — the first gradu- ates of this Academy to be so privileged and honored under the authority of the General Court of the Commonwealth on the basis of a curriculum approved by the Board of Col- legiate Authority. You have been better trained and educated and are better equipped than any previous graduates. You are under a greater degree of obligation to all who have in any way contributed to these highly important developments. A correspondingly greater responsibility rests upon each of you in the meeting of this obligation. Going to sea will involve its sacrifices, disappointments, hardships, trials, and de- feats. For those who possess the required stamina and courage it will also have its satisfac- tions, victories, and compensations. Only those in whose hearts and fibre dwells a love of the sea that transcends almost every other attachment can understand or share with you the reason for your choice of profession. Perhaps it is the satisfaction of doing a man ' s work in an essentially man ' s field ; perhaps it is the satisfaction that comes from being a part of one of the two oldest traditions known to man — Arms and Chivalry and Following the Sea. Whatever it is, you are well qualified for an officer ' s billet in the Merchant Marine, or in the Navy should circumstances unfortunately require your services in de- fense of your country. You go your appointed ways worthy sons of a worthy Alma Mater. During the time we have spent here together I have known you well; and I have felt officially and personally very close to each one of you. You have my confidence, my respect, and my best wishes for good health and a successful career. Sincerely your friend, H. G. COPELAND Captain, USNR Superintendent Mdsn. Officer, Baseball Mgr., Glee Club Arch, the dynamic Scituate mastermind, excels in directing plays. He is always high on the study list and is characterized by his ready wit and humor. An efficient cadet officer and a hard working engineer, he will achieve all his goals. HAROLD WAKEFIELD BASSETT 28 Field Street, Brockton, Mass. Cadet Officer, Class Officer, Full and By. Pres. Propeller Club Bitter Bud is another member of G. H. Q. His brilliance in studies and leadership qualities have helped him attain a high standing in our class. Little is known of Bud ' s outside activities except that he generally will be found near the Hingham route. His success is assured by his poise and confident manner. Mdsn. Officer, Petty Officer, Full and By, Muster, Glee Club His efficiency and scholastic achievments marked Bob early in his career as a man who would go far. A Beau Brummel, his heart belongs to Cape Cod. His commanding voice stirs all to action. An early cadet officer, he helped mould our company into the efficient organization it is today. Mdsn. Officer, Full and By, Muster Staff, Glee Club, Football, Baseball Garopolis always tries to work a deal. He is quite an organizer, characterized by his ready smile and willing hand. His epitaph might well be: But nothing ever happens down here, Chief . Endowed with a quick wit and a good business mind, John will do well in any industry. Deac bought a lemon, worked hard, very hard, and still has a lemon in the parking lot. He is a darn good practical man, and handy in the muscle department also. He has kept the gripe situation always on the hilarious level with his outstanding sense of humor, jovial nature, and clowning antics. Glee Club Ed far surpasses us all in working deals. A veritable recluse, he is always found missing at the right time. He is a self-styled Missouri gambler, disarming all with his broad smile. Jovial and jolly, he has everything worked out on a probability basis. Sparks loves to tinker with radio and radar. VMy Officer, Full and By, Muster Staff, Dance Comm., Glee Club The blond curly haired fellow with the I had a damn good weekend speech on the tip of his tongue, is Tom. He is well liked by his classmates for his sense of humor, ability to get things done, and true friendship. To him we all wish the best of luck and success. - DONALD HAYDN CHASE Standish Way, West Yarmouth, Mass. Band, Orchestra, Football, Glee Club Donny strode through our portals already conversant with knock- abouts. He has sailed many an M. M. A. boat to victory and prizes. Equally adept with needle or line, he has quite a knack for fancy rope and canvaswork. As the local laundry czar, he helped keep those uniforms clean. Nobody will forget those parties at Ma Chase ' s. Petty Officer, Glee Club Jim came to us from the famed seaport of olden days, Salem. A dependable man on any occasion, he is quiet about his homelife, but charms the ladies with his smile and wit. On the other hand, he is serious in his studies and should make a fine officer. Band, Baseball, Glee Club Another son of the cranberry, he loves nothing better than a good lively argument. A good man at jumping fences, a buyer of expensive jewelry, and a frequent visitor to the cottage, Mac ' s hearty laugh and unique talent for ducking trouble should prove invaluable to him in his future life. Mdsn. Officer, Petty Officer, Band, Orchestra, Glee Club, Baseball Mgr. Dee, our swoon-crooner hailing from Watertown, is endowed with a charm to woo women. An efficient seaman and capable mariner, he is a familiar sight in the best social circles, where he discourses feverently on his favorite subject — food. He is a veritable wizard in a bridge game. Football, Baseball, Basketball, Glee Club From Foxboro came Ed, a prominent horsetrader, to lend his strong back to all our teams. His prowess has earned him the title of triple- threat and has marked him as almost indispensable both athletically and socially. The boys will best remember him as Pop ' s Guardian Angel and as a member of the team . P. O. Cox., Band, Orchestra, Glee Club, Full and By Jerry, the boy master jokestcr, is an ardent rollcrskating fan, an excellent fisherman and small boat handler. Pilot of the open air taxi , he cons the red streak between Hyannis and Boston. He will always be remembered for his impromptu flash-bulb pictures and his making many a dull moment laughable. Petty Officer, Football, Century Club, Glee Club Sonny worked his passage to the Century Club during our ' 48 cruise. For three seasons he has held down the tackle slot on our football team. He is everyone ' s friend and is always ready to discuss the good life of Sanbornville, N. H. He will always be remembered for his husky frame, good nature, ability to learn, and fondness for work. o What! Huh! Who! Eh! Me? This is Walt who concentrates on his studies so deeply, he is often oblivious to the rest of us. A former member of room 15 ' s five shady characters, and their short order cook, he is a hustler from way back and can always be found in choice rear seats. Gunners Mate, Track, Glee Club Little Bill has often been accused of wearing his brother ' s uniform. He is frequently seen, as a blue and gold streak down South street going home for supper. His agile mind and ability will take him wherever he may want to go. Petty Officer, Color Guard, Dance Comm., Glee Club Watty, the boy with plans, imagination, and determination, is always fighting hard for what he feels is right. In the engine room he is always learning, working, and checking the plant, and is well-known for his economical conservation of dungarees and the ever-present flashlight. Mdsn. Officer, Football, Glee Club Paul, our senior engineering cadet, has always impressed people by a driving will, powerful character and strong body. He is a good student, and can still manage to get the fullest enjoyment of all his activities, which includes hunting, football, and cottage dates. Baseball, Basketball, Glee Club Lennie, another member of dusky room 15, came to us to add his skill to our teams. Although comparatively quiet, Len is a valuable classmate and buddy. Meticulous in dress and handsome in appearance, he is in constant social demand. £. liaVVlllUIllL UVlllU , JllllllgLUll P.O. Color Guard, Muster Staff, Band Coming from a long line of Marine Engineers, Tiny plans to follow in the footsteps of his father. He is ever ready with the know how nec- essary for a competent eng ineer. Tiny is famous for his sociable nature. His heart leaps up when he beholds a turbine up to speed. Muster Staff Who will forget that laughter of Dick ' s? A great lady ' s man, Dick loves to join in our numerous breeze-shooting contests at the academy. He is a top student and conscientious worker, but always has time to muse over Deac ' s jokes. We wish him the best of luck. Band, Electrician ' s Mate, Glee Club Bingo, our pocket-sized clarinet player, lends his support to our band. Another candidate for Lucky Teter, and a first class bulb-snatcher, he is a familiar sight in the small corners of the engine room. His favorite expression is yeah which can be heard a half-mile away on a clear day. Glee Club Willie is characterized by a broad grin and ribald laughter. One of the class Romcos, he owns more lotions than a cut-rate store. Bill is liked by all, and can sink a sailboat any day if given half a chance. Harry is one of the local boys who answered the call of King Neptune. An avid student, he thinks nothing of burning the midnight oil. He always asks, Do you think there will be a test? Endowed with a vivid memory, Harry has managed successfully to memorize all the Rules of the Road. As polished as the apple he ' s watching, he is never one to exploit his latent muscular energy. His musical career was cut short because of the difference in weight between a Springfield rifle and a pair of cym- bals. Ish will surely succeed with his quick wit, charm and versatility. Take care of me — here ' s a nickel and a phone number — let me know if anything happens. With a cup of coffee and a smoke in hand, at home, at sea, on land, or in the air, Jack ' s personality is at its best. He is always ready to lend a helping hand and has a good word for everyone. BRUCE HEYWORTH JOHNSON 58 Hughes Street, Quincy Glee Club, Band, Basketball Abdul is a familiar sight leading the band. He chugs to and from home in his limousine. A good student, he follows his brother into ship- ping circles. He filled the missing link of the basketball team. HERBERT JEREMIAH KEARSLEY, JR. White Horse Beach, Plymouth Band, Orchestra, Football, Baseball Erbo, our boogie woogie drummer boy also doubles well as a shifty half-back in football. Herb ' s gripes have lent moral support to many a session. An efficient practical man, he is equally at home in the machine shop and engine room. RICHARD FOSTER ANTHONY KEENAN 36 Walnut Street, Milton Mdsn. Officer, Band, Glee Club Dick worked his way up to assistant band master. Never will we for- get those rides up route three toward Boston in the batmobile and the bomber ! Always school spirited, he took part in many affairs and was a great sports fan at our games. We ' re sure a brilliant future awaits him. GORDON BLAIR LAWRY 117 Lincoln Street, Melrose Mdsn. Officer, Glee Club, Football, Baseball, Basketball Gordie, a downeaster, came to us straight from the fishing smacks. His most treasured possession is his Bowditch. He charmed us all with tales of his Judith Ann . He has more patent medicines than a drug store, and he checks and double checks everything. He delights in fool- ing with a piece of line — a true lover of the sea. Donny, the prodigal son of Brown U., will never be forgotten. Big stories, deals, and women are as much a part of him as his fondness for the sea. We all hope that someday Donny ' s dreams come true. 178 Euclid Avenue, Lynn Glee Club Dealer Ed, a fast man with the ladies, charms them with his cowboy boots. Endowed with a sharp wit, he can quickly think up numerous sharp retorts. Ed lacks little in the knowledge of practical seamanship. Elec. Mate, Football, Glee Club A secretive smile, five o ' clock shadow, unkempt hair, and a fuse-puller mark Bill LeLievre, M.M.A ' s answer to Reddy Kilowatt. On the foot- ball team Wilfred starred as left back, bringing the crowd to their feet with his thrilling runs. Constantly tinkering with some kind of gadget, he sometimes manages to fix them. Football, Baseball, Basketball, Glee Club Mauky, natural athlete, has added his prowess to our baseball, basket- ball, and football teams. A true, dependable friend, he can always be counted upon to take care of the boys. His every gesture is a ceremonious one, for he knows the value of ceremony in an otherwise brusque world. Mdsn. Officer, Glee Club, Full and By, Class Pres. Immediately becoming the leader of our class and later company commander, he earned the respect of both officers and midshipmen. Strictly guiding the underclassmen and always ready to help his own classmates, Cap ' n. Mac shows promise of becoming a man we ' ll be proud to have known. 35 Mary Street, Arlington Mdsn. Officer, Baseball, Basketball The reliable encyclopedia of sports events, athletes or geography, this natural pitcher or shortstop is an aggressive valve turner. He has that fine combination of charm and ability which will carry him to his goal. Mdsn. Officer Up at dawn for star sights, working them out all night, Alan never forgets his aim. As second platoon leader Cdr. Fignewton has whipped his group into a crack outfit. May he never have to set foot on land. Mdsn. Officer, Football, Glee Club One of those few gifted with both practical and theoretical talents, he reigns undisputed as one of our best engineers. He seems to acquire friends easily especially those in skirts, and he turns every situation to advantage. Glee Club The Byron is our own version of Don ' t get mad, get Madden . Very quiet and unimposing, he is a good student of engineering and feminine psychology. The ' 48 cruise was almost his Waterloo, but Bob came through fighting and for him the class wishes and predicts a very successful career. 125 East Central Street, Natick Glee Club Jerry stomped aboard from the wilds of Natick complete in coonskin hat. A ladies man, he needs a file to keep track of them all. Quiet and unassuming, he will lend a helping hand willingly. Since he is proud of his red hair he dislikes wearing a hat. Doctor, teller of tall tales, second hand car magnate, and escort of the Cape ' s most beautiful women, will long be remembered by the gang for his literary talents and baseball skill. Joe is a jack-of-all-trades and master too, a thinker of exceptional deals and inventor of most of our popular quips. C.T., one of our Swedish sailors, comes to us straight from Cape Cod. A handy man with a knockabout, he is well known about the ship and academy for his many imitations of Tarzan. He is always jovial, full of fun, and can bring life to any occasion. In the middle of any conversation you ' ll find Dan, contributing his fast line of chatter and amiable laughter. Always a good student, he is continually right up near the top on the hit parade. Yes, we ' ll always remember Dan ' s linguistic abilities, robust stature, and hearty good nature. 12 Margaret Street, Arlington Track, Glee Club Smiley is a man shrouded in mystery — a distinguished member of the nine-to-ninety club. It is rumored that he can see with his eyes closed. An example of precision and accuracy, Mr. Facts and Figures can quote names and figures or dates with untiring effort. ROBERT FRANCIS O ' ROURKE 2061 Washington St., Newton Lower Falls Football Mgr., Glee Club Mgr. Charter member of the dusky clan, he thrills us all with his stories of daring feats on the Western plains and Pacific islands. All will re- member his job boots, his sharp demanding way with underclassmen, and his smooth cajoling way with women. Mdsn. Officer, Full and By, Muster Staff, Football Bobo is a fast man with studies and an outstanding gent on the grid- iron. A true leader, Pete is one of our longest-reigning cadet officers. Proud of his curly hair, he always lets it blow in the breeze. Pete ' s efficien- cy and easy going, genial nature will take him far along any road he travels. A fast line of chatter and a face-splitting grin are Hayden ' s trademarks. Among his interests is his fire-ball pitching. Although his mind may be on the sea, his heart will always be with his dog and gun in the woods of New Hampshire. Good hunting, Buzz. Rounseville Road, Rochester C.P.O., Football, Baseball, Basketball, Glee Club Rounseville ' s the name, suh is perhaps his most famous saying. Line journeyed all the way from Rochester to pursue his sea career. One of our outstanding athletes, an apt student, and a good seaman, Line contains the ingredients of success. Football, Glee Club A mainstay in the football line, Sougy is well recognized hereabouts for his strength and agility. Hanover can be proud of this son who has turned seaward in quest of adventure and work. He ' s always ready to take part in a little kidding or one of those card games. 301 New Boston Road, Fall River P.O., Football, Glee Club I ' ve had a crushing day is a by-word of Bob ' s. Master of the hori- zontal, he would rather sleep than eat. He is a member of the 10% club and sailoft society. A leading man with the knockabouts, he has given H.Y.C. many a merry chase. Baseball, Band, Orchestra With salt traces still on his slicker, Ira came to us straight from the Chatham dories, herring dangling from his pockets. A natural seaman, he is always found in his bunk like an old master preparing for an emer- gency. Our only southpaw pitcher, Ira pulled many a game out of the hat. 8 North Street, Hyannis Football, Muster Staff, Full and By, Dance Comm. Jimmy, the talented artist of our class, unselfishly gives his time to produce comic cartoons brightening up every class function. Endowed with a sense of humor and avid mind, Jim is well liked by all. We wish him every success for the future. P.O., Cpntrs. Mate, Glee Club Chips, our own little shaver, is a quick man with a hammer and saw. He is a veteran of the rolling seas; good natured, easy-going, ready to lend a helping hand. Characterized by his rolling gait and port list, he is also an advocate of square port holes. 200 Pleasant Street, Methuen Band, Track, Glee Club Hailing from the wooly wilds of Methuen, he is a fast man with figures and crossword puzzles. Mainstay of the band ' s percussion section, he is endowed with a keen mind and a quick wit. He shrugs off cares and worries effortlessly with a puff of his fuming pipe. Algy hails from north of the Merrimac. The DA boy of bugle fame, he is the inspiration for the morning by-word hold that ' bugle , and can always be found in his sack. A familiar sight on the streets of Dennisport, he is the undisputed champion of the shined shoes contest. 82 Grandview Road, Arlington P.O., Glee Club Motors has always been a conscientious worker toward everything he tackles, even women. He will always be remembered for his love for hot rods and wild life . As with everyone else, Academy life has either brought out or changed his personality. Favorite haunts of Bill ' s seemed to be the steam lab, Dunbar ' s Point, and Joe ' s. Bob, our rugged linesman, earned the name Tank, for his terrific onslaughts on the gridiron. A conscientious student with a bellowing voice, he can be seen lumbering to and from studies burdened with books. King of the shaftalley, he comments, When you ' ve seen one you ' ve seen them all. 14 Thurston Road, Watertown Cox., Full and By, Glee Club His muscular stature earned him the name of Vitamin. Boats is a veritable Brittanica of seamanship knowledge and is always ready to assist in the seamanship arts of the palm and needle. Oscar is always at his best with a cigarette in his mouth. DONALD FREDERICK WARNER 51 Howland Terrace, Worcester P.O., Muster Staff, Full and By, Baseball, Sec.-Treas., Prop. Pop, our versatile little man whose every phrase is humor, is a ball of fire on the basepaths, speediest valve turner, quickest wit, frenetic lover, and addict of odd-brand smokes. His humorous quips and cliches will long linger in the minds of his classmates. SEYMOUR IVAN ZIMMERMAN 85 Olmsted Drive, Springfield Mdsn. Officer, Band Master, Orchestra, Basketball Mgr. Zimmy, a familiar figure leading the band or orchestra, is character- ized by his ear-splitting grin and ready laugh. Well liked by all, the Maestro is a terrific sax player. He is not afraid to go out of his way to do a favor; we wish him every success. FORMER CLASSMATES George Melvin Duke, 125 Alexander Avenue, Medford Lester Grinspoon, 45 Morseland Avenue, Newton Centre Herman Lynn Harris, 102 Main Street, West Springfield Wallace Randall Kittredge, 196 Walnut Street, Wellesley Hills John Arthur Nerbonne, 30 Thornlea Terrace, Brockton Alden Eugene Rammel, 8 Broad Street, Plainville James Costas Sethares, 43 Ridgewood Avenue, Hyannis Donald Winsor Shankle, 244 East Boylston Street, Watertown Edward Anthony Sullivan, 18 Gaylord Street, South Hadley Falls Frank Michael Sinclitico, Jr., 53 Liberty Street, North Adams James Patrick David Waters, 41 Janet Road, Newton Centre FIRST CLASS LOG On the 18th and 19th of March, 1946, seventy-two wide-eyed and eager young civilians arrived within the portals of the Academy from all corners of the state. They thought they knew what they were doing, but for a long time became less and less certain of their goal, as the weary round of watches, turn-to, and classes descended on them. The first week was taken up with drills, turn-to, and practical work (gardening and seamanship). The SC- 1321 arrived from Boston, and almost overnight it was transformed into a glistening yacht under the cracking bull-whip of Unca Bill . The kaleidoscope whirled faster and faster, as we learned to stand watches and began to dig into the strange books that had been issued to us. But first we had to doff our civilian clothes and habits of mind and speech. Very soon indeed we were assigned to rooms and were being issued an appalling mound of gear, ' the uses of some of which we were not even dimly aware of. Here we heard for the first time the immortal phrase, If it ' s too big it ' ll shrink; if it ' s too small it ' ll stretch. Too soon we were introduced to the first of Moe ' s countless sumptuous repasts in the main dining salon. Suddenly we found ourselves three months older and much wiser — and we realized that the first class would soon be with us. All the self-confidence that we had so carefully collected during our time alone at the Academy deserted us in the crisis. They came. We learned all about hurricanes ' Intensive training taught us to bound at the blood-curdling cry of YOUNG MAN! Early in the summer of 1946 the flag of Commodore Bassett was hauled down and Captain Copeland, to whom we have dedicated the MUSTER for his untiring efforts in our behalf, became Superinten- dent. That summer sped by, highlighted by numerous weekend cruises in Sugar Charlie and sailing and rowing under the watchful guidance of the first class. At the Captain s suggestion a glee club was formed, making several public appear- ances including one on the local radio station. The trees blushed and dropped their leaves, and we soon learned what a Cape Cod winter was like. Gradually our burden lightened as the second class left for its last cruise after Christmas; and then shortly thereafter the old regime passed: the first class graduated. Gone were the days of unusual activities. We were no longer young men. A number of us attended the annual Alumni Association banquet in Boston. With the coming of the blue skies of spring we started work on our boats, eagerly waiting for the day when we could match our skill against the other skippers of Hyannis. We soon found that we had learned much about the fine art of sailing. The new class, equally as wide-eyed as we had been, entered in the summer of 1947, and again the old cry of YOUNG MAN! reverberated through the passage- ways. This time, however, we were doing the shouting instead of the quivering. In- doctrination was swift and sure. The strong survived, and with them we began to look forward to our first cruise. After Christmas leave we finished the task of preparation and began our wait for the day. On 16 January, 1948, we boarded buses and set off for the State Pier, where the USMSTS AMERICAN SAILOR, with the Maine Academy already aboard, was waiting to take us on the first leg of our cruise. Preparations began with the careful stowage of our boats. Crate after crate piled up in the rec. hall as we boxed mate- rial to be taken out to the CHARLESTON in San Francisco. A selected few soon found out how cold those long truck-rides to Buzzards Bay could be. After three and a half months of hard work and relaxation, including visits to foreign ports and experience gained in operating three different types of ships, we returned to Buzzards Bay with our new ship, the USTS CHARLESTON, of which we are all quite proud. We salty sailors of the deep spun many yarns for our doting families, while we listened to the tale of the difficult winter we had missed. Soon indeed we were back in the round of classes, watches, and turn-to, and as the summer came again our boats became a familiar sight in Lewis Bay. Once more we eagerly anticipated the arrival of the new rookies. And once more the station was bedecked with the tasteful and colorful civilian garb of our new young men , contrasting strangely with our dark uniforms. By now the machinery of instruction was a smoothly-functioning organization. We immediately began our classes in Advice to the Rookie , and with the aid of the CHARLESTON we soon had them whipped into shape. Again the year dwindled to a close as we waited for that great day — the 15th of January, when the CHARLESTON cast off her lines for the first cruise in the Academy ' s own ship for many years. Our knowledge of the Caribbean area was greatly increased, we participated in the fabulous New Orleans Mardi Gras, and when we returned we knew that our goal was near. We had come through much toil and joy and comradeship to under- stand a great lesson — the meaning of the word SHIPMATE. rnte i t-eie c th . year. •P f( + -fit }  ' yv v. - +4+ vh 1 ( U 9-i 3 V f 1 .9- S ' Si 4) 5 2 J . 3  ,. CLASSES COMPANY HEADQUARTERS Company Commander James F. McAvenia Sub-Company Commander Paul Fusini Company Adjutant Harold W. Bassett Chief Petty Officer Lincoln Rounseville COMPANY OFFICERS Left to right: Leach, Bassett, Fusini, Keenan, McAvenia, Bravacos, Lawry, Amiot, Peters. First Platoon: Second Platoon: Third Platoon: Platoon Commander: Platoon Sub-Commander : Guide: Guidon Bearer: Platoon Commander: Platoon Sub-Commander: Guide: Guidon Bearer: Platoon Commander: Platoon Sub-Commander : Guide: Guidon Bearer: John L. Peters Gordon B. Lawry Harold L. Young Francis H. Burns Alan MacNaughton Archie S. Amiot Ralph W. Miller Joseph A. Concannon Donald B. Leach John G. Bravacos Fernando Neves Stanford W. Hammond Color bearer — U.S. Ensign Watson I. Fournier Color bearer — State Flag Einar W. Strom Color bearer — Infantry Flag Warren A. Goodwin Color Guard John J. O ' Brien Color Guard Harold R. Givens SECOND CLASS DECK Front row, left to right: Givens, Full, McHale, Miller, Kipp, Gould, O ' Brien, Terpos. Rear row, left to right: Zielinski, Johnston, Halvorsen, Barnes, Neves, Burns, Kenniff, Morrow. Missing from picture: Bennett, Blasi, Coburn, Higman, Jarosik, Mandly, McGlynn, McLoughlin. SECOND CLASS ENGINE Front row, left to right: McAvoy, Pisciuneri, Curry, Nicholson, Moore, Gerbrands, Watson, Ripley, Hammond. Rear row, left to right: Oleksey, Prentice, Gorman, Panora, Olson, D.L. Visconti, Mikkonen, Parent. Missing from picture: Anderson, Conc annon, Freeman, Johnson, Wickwire, Young. THIRD GLASS DECK First ow, left to right: Roulston, Lombard, Chesebrough, Iannicheri, Vessie, Viviano. Second row, left to right: Scott, Schuerch, Wright, Query, Rogers. Third row, left to right: Pankopf, Haslam, Reynolds, Henry, Howes. Fourth row, left to right: Blackington, Greene, Barry, N.F., O ' Leary, W.E., Currier. Fifth row, left to right: Callanan, Lootz, Fettig, Green, R.H. Absent from picture: Barrett, Barry, J.M., Davis, Dodge, Estes, Farrell, Hartwell, Jarvis, Sheehy, Tarpey. THIRD CLASS ENGINE First row, left to right: Maria, Pacuk, Murphy, Carvalho, Perry. Second row, left to right: Brady, Soares, Gietek, Scarbrough. Third row, left to right: Cook, Maichle, Menzler, Sterling, Sibley. Fourth row, left to right: Cooper, Sullivan, R.H., Leonard, Alden. Fifth row, left to right: Collins, Anacki, Phillips. Absent from picture: Brennan, Gifford, Healey, Proctor, Schmelzer, Severyn, Shaughnessy, Sullivan, L.T., Swett. CRUISES mm 194 CRUISE SAINT PETERSBURG The USTS AMERICAN SAILOR looked mighty big to us all as we boarded her that cold January day at the State Pier in Buzzards Bay. This was the first cruise for all of us — and we were much concerned with learning all we could. We stood watches with the regular crew on the cold, damp voyage down the coast, and by the time we hit warmer weather at the Florida Keys we felt that we were all experienced mariners. As we sailed into Tampa Bay the sun was warm and we were all trying for our first coat of sunburn. Many of us suc- ceeded too well. When we saw the nar- rowness of the entrance to the dock at the Maritime Service Training School we wondered how the captain would make the landing. With a tricky little bit of maneuvering that looked easy afterward he gently put the ship alongside the bulk- head astern of the AMERICAN MARIN- ER — ■ which we were to come to know almost too well in the days ahead. While we lived aboard the SAILOR we spent the better part of the days cleaning and preparing the MARINER for the next leg of the cruise — to San Francisco. Both Maine and Massachusetts Academies turned to with a will, and in a very few days the ship was ready to go. Meanwhile, we enjoyed our liberty. The parties would muster and march to the gate of the base in formation — and then break ranks to set off down the beautiful, palm-lined streets to the heart of the town. We saw the sights, we bought souvenirs, we ate. Many of us visited the Million Dollar Pier or swam at the Spa beach. The town was good to us. Tours were arranged, a dance was held at which not a few of us made delightful contacts which we renewed on our return voyage. It was with distinct regret that a week later we sailed out of Tampa Bay in the MARINER, remembering the Chatter- box, the Colosseum, the Sunken Gardens, Mirror Lake, and the dance at the Hotel Soreno. CRISTOBAL, CANAL ZONE We set off into the legendary Caribbean weather, complete with flying fish, for Cristobal. As we crossed the Gulf of Mexico, rounded Cape San Antonio, and headed for Serrana Bank, we set to work on the ship — chipping, painting, clean- ing, until we began to wonder just how large this so-called training-ship was. We were certainly learning by doing. We up- perclassmen stood the cadet O.D. watches, the wheel watches, lifeboat coxswain, and very soon we learned that what we had picked up on the SAILOR was only a very small part of going to sea. A few of us had a chance to coxswain a lifeboat in man-overboard drills, and we gradually became more proficient. Passing Serrana Bank, we squared away for the Canal, and on 5 February we tied up at the Coco Solo Naval Base. Morn- ings were spent, as usual, nursing a paint- brush or chipping-hammer, but afternoons found half of us ashore. Some went on sightseeing tours while others boarded those well-used old Navy buses and headed for Cristobal to look the place over. We usually walked down Avenida Bolivar, whi ch has the distinction of being the dividing-line between the Canal Zone and the Republic of Panama. We walked across the street to enter another country. The elaborate YMCA lured many of us, but the rest continued on down various streets lined with ancient buildings, while on all side we heard cries of Hey, Chief! from bargaining shop-keepers. Many suc- cumbed to the lure of alligator bags of all colors and sizes, or other native wares, which were bought for the folks at home. The hot, starry evenings found the boys enjoying the shows at the Club Florida, the Copacabana, or El Morocco. History had walked these streets; the Spanish con- querors, the English plunderers, the natives rising to put off the yoke of Spain, all had shared in this atmosphere of antiquity and tarnished splendor. We were pleased to be on our way, however, and the spectacle of the Canal with its massive locks, its man-made can- yons, held us entranced as we maneuvered slowly through Gatun Locks and across the lake, through Pedro Miguel Locks, and finally out through Miraflores onto the broad reaches of the Pacific. ACAPULCO, MEXICO On up the rugged west coast of Central America we sailed. Much of the time we could see the land — soon dry and rocky and seemingly incapable of bearing any- thing but cactus and rocks. Past Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador we sailed. We listened to Mr. Roscoe ' s tales of the winds of Tehuantepec, and many of us resigned ourselves to being seasick all over again. The Hydrographic Office was being good to us, for as we crossed the gulf it decided to have no blows for a while. Our next port of call was Acapulco, perched seductively on the hundredth meridian like a siren of antiquity. This little gem of a harbor is virtually land- locked, with tall peaks surrounding the city. There is a sharp and somewhat un- pleasant contrast between the utterly luxurious hotels dotting the hills above the harbor and the native town huddled, dirty and ill-fed, along the waterfront. As we entered the harbor trim little speedboats frolicked about the ship, while numerous sail-fishing boats passed back and forth. The fat pilot we picked up, although struggling with a language bar- rier, docked us at the municipal pier very nicely. As we approached we could see a crowd growing larger and larger on the dock. We soon learned that an American cigarette or a tin spoon from the galley was an excellent medium of exchange. The lucky starboard watch had the first liberty ashore. Many headed for La Marina Hotel to change their money before setting out into the town. Many of us were helped by the numerous American tourists to find our way around. Practically all of us that first night had steak at one or another of the stately pleasure-domes on the hills. A festival was in progress that first night, too, and the Midshipmen were stunned to find themselves the target for eggshells filled with perfumed water. We soon got into the spirit of the thing, how- ever, and participated with a will. We moved on to the Casa Blanca, La Riviera, the Playa Suave, the Rio Rita, and various other shops perched on the steep, narrow roads of the town. Gradually we discovered other amuse- ments, too — the Morning and Afternoon Beaches, the pools at the hotels, watching the diving boys, who lea p into a rocky chasm at just the moment that the waves fill it; if they miscalculate they are dashed to death on the rocks. A group of us chartered a boat for a day ' s sail-fishing in the richest sail-fishing-ground in the world. Others of us were taken by friendly tour- ists up into the hills or north along the water to the airport. We attended a dance on the deck of the Pirate Ship. We were sorry to leave Acapulco, with its ancient Spanish fort frowning over the harbor, its glittering hotels and miserable natives, its beautiful beaches. LONG BEACH In the black of night wc moved past Long Beach breakwater and dropped the hook at 2115 on 25 February among sev- eral ships already at anchor. The first light of dawn showed us the city. Tall buildings of a modern city were nestled among thousands of oil-wells. We weighed anchor and moved in to Pier A, to be greeted by a Navy band. A strange city indeed ! Oil wells everywhere ! Buda- or Caterpillar-powered pumps leisurely waving their rocker-arms to and fro! And amidst this richness Long Beach sat. A great number of the wells are owned by the city, and the proceeds, which are fabulous, can be used only for harbor de- velopment or recreational facilities for the citizens. As a reward for our work on the MARINER we were granted a forty- eight-hour liberty. Many of us journeyed up to Los Angeles and Hollywood, to see the glittering places of which we had read : the Brown Derby, Grauman ' s Chinese Theatre, the studios, the Palladium, Earl Carroll ' s. Who knew — perhaps we might even see a movie-star. The Propellor Club and the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce arranged several tours for us, around Los Angeles and down into the orange country and the old mis- sions, so that we all had a chance to see some of the famed attractions of California. But we were all eager to get to San Francisco and see our new training ship, the CHARLESTON, so that we left Long Beach with no great regret. SAN FRANCISCO It was at 0515 on March 4 that the AMERICAN MARINER slipped quietly through the mists of early morning under the Golden Gate Bridge and into San Francisco Bay. We were soon moored port side to pier 60, San Francisco Naval Ship- yard, with the CHARLESTON across the pier. She looked a sorry sight to us, with scaffolding around her stack, with welding lines, hoses, air lines, and workmen festooned over her. It seemed an impossi- ble task to complete her repairs and recon- ditioning in time to leave on schedule. But the chaos, we found, was an ordered chaos, for each day found our ship more nearly ready for departure. She responded, too, to our dogged efforts to clean her up after we moved aboard. Meanwhile the city beckoned to us — as long as our money lasted. Amusement came high, so that many of us finally spent our last days of liberty enjoying the movies on the base, at ten cents per evening. Others, more fortunate or wiser, conserved their resources; and after riding up on the bus to Third and Market they wandered off to such gay places as the International Settlement, Fisherman ' s Wharf, the Em- barcadero, Golden Gate Park, El Pate o, Ghina Town, Top of the Mark, and other places equally ingenious at taking a Mid- shipman down to his Savings Bonds. There were those of us who enjoyed the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, the plays, and the museums. The other half of the company had its forty-eight and came to know more of California ' s famed climate — rain and fog. They discovered the Hotel Claremont and the beauties of Berkeley and Oakland; they renewed old acquaintances and made numerous new ones — as is always the way of Midship- men on cruise. After several trials in the Bay our Chief Engineer pronounced himself satisfied with the performance of the plant, and twenty- five days after sailing in the Gate in the MARINER we sailed out in the CHAR- LESTON, homeward bound. BALBOA, C ANAL ZONE A trip of twelve days, including a brief overnight stop at San Pedro for fuel, brought us once again to Panama. We had seen little of the Central American coast this time, for we had travelled far out. Hence the landfall off Balboa was welcome to all of us. We sailed in through the enchanted islands under a smiling sky and anchored just below the Harbor Entrance Control station where Mr. Combs and Mr. Hodsdon had served during the war. At 2115 our pilot came aboard and we got underway again for Pier One at the Submarine Base. The next morning found us over the side in the tropical sun chipping and paint- ing, repairing the ravages of the salt water on our waterline. A few went on morning liberty until 1330, venturing to Panama City by bus to pit our lately-won skill in trading for souvenirs against the native shopkeepers, and to seek out interesting sights about town. They soon returned, to relieve the others at work so that everyone might have a few hours in port. The Cocoanut Grove and other entertainment spots welcomed the cadets. A convoy system was devised, whereby the boys travelled in groups to buy their souvenirs and bought in quantity to get a lower price. The next morning we were again under- way for our trip through the Canal. Again the cameras appeared in droves as we slowly traversed the Big Ditch. By 1500 we had left the Colon breakwater behind and set out across the choppy, blue waters of the Caribbean for St. Petersburg. ST. PETERSBURG Once again, on 17 April, we sailed into Tampa Bay, picked up our pilot from the Storm King, and moved up the Bay to the Maritime Service Training Station. Yes, we were back — and to us it was a sign that we were almost home. The CHARLESTON tied up outboard of the MARINER, and we again saw our oppo- site numbers from Maine, who greeted us with such cries as Where have you been? In short order a liberty party was formed, and we descended locust-like upon the town we knew so well by now. Our arrangements had been made by letter long before; our earlier acquaintances were ex- pecting us — and treated us most royally. This was our last fling in warm weather, and we made the most of it. The next day, the Maine Midshipmen who were to make the trip to Castine with us began moving aboard. The old CHARLESTON was really loaded as some two hundred fifty Midshipmen began to occupy quarters usually allotted to two hundred. But we had been shipmates before, and the crowding was easily borne. All that day gear from the MARINER was moved aboard, while a few of us were enjoying the beaches or the town. The loading continued on Monday, until it seemed that the ship could not hold another thing — and still we stowed gear away. The decks, the gun platforms, the compartments were swarming with Midshipmen. Finally everything was aboard. We cast off bow and stern lines, went ahead on a spring line, and back off and around so that we were headed down the bay. Exchanging farewell whistle sig- nals with the MARINER and the SAILOR, we set out on the last leg of our voyage. CASTINE For six days wc travelled up the Florida Keys, past Asia Rip, past Cashe Ledge, and into Penobscot Bay. By the time we reached Castinc we knew that we were up north again, and we tried to keep warm by helping the Maine boys disembark. Consequently they were off the ship a lot faster than they came aboard. Relatives and friends of our Maine counterparts gazed covetously at our hard- won tans; but our bronzed bodies failed to keep us warm, and many yearned for warmer climes: Massachusetts. Castinc is a lovely town, thoroughly New England in atmosphere, which is almost as much a summer resort as is Hyannis. The gracious elms and white houses told us that soon we too would be home. Some of us went ashore briefly to call our folks and tell them we would be home very soon, and to mail last letters. The next morning, 26 April, we left for Buz- zards Bay. We arrived off Sandwich that afternoon, but in order to hit the current right we anchored out overnight. It was a tantaliz- ing sensation, to be so nearly home — and yet not to be. However, soon the time arrived, and we headed into the Canal under the expert guidance of the pilot. As we went through, cars driving along the Canal blew their horns to us, and some of us recognized our parents ' cars. The railroad bridge came into view, and be- yond it the State Pier, crowded with cars and people. ,We drew closer. We began to be able to distinguish faces. A mighty blast of automobile horns arose as we drew nearer. The first heaving-line went ashore, and very quickly the ship was secured, the gangway was over the side, and ship and shore merged in glad reunions. The cruise was over — we had seen much, learned much, travelled in three different ships; we were shipmates and sailors. 1949 Craise r FORT DE FRANCE, MARTINIQUE Our day of departure, January 15, was crisp and clear. The CHARLESTON cast off her lines, and amid a din of automobile horns, departed on our annual cruise. Our parents and friends left behind on the pier wished that they could all be with us in our winter cruise in southern waters. After a brief stop at Norfolk, Virginia, on ship ' s business, we set out on the rough trip to the tiny island of Culebra, off the eastern end of Puerto Rico. Our main task here was to begin the big job of prettying up the ship. The settlement of Dewey, consisting of two bars and three stores, saw us ashore on liberty to look around and to ride those cantankerous little ponies up the hills and over to Flamingo Lagoon. There were several casualties — people with more enthusiasm than equestrian expe- rience. Six days later we left for our first regular port-of-call, Fort de France. We sailed into the harbor under the frowning, ancient guns of Fort St. Louis, and docked on the inboard side of the fort. The morn- ings found us chipping and painting, while we kept a weather eye out for the mail- plane. During the afternoons the liberty sec- tions went ashore to enjoy swimming and lounging at the Lido Club or to walk about the market district, shopping with our thousands of francs. Since we received six hundred francs for each dollar we all felt like millionaires with huge rolls of the folding green. Perfume, berets, and cameras were the most popular items bought during the day. At night the mid- shipmen spent their francs and centimes at the Lido Club, the Manoir, or the Air France Hotel. On February 1 and 2 some of the mid- shipmen had a chance to ride out to the devastated village of St. Pierre, which was completely destroyed by an eruption of Mount Pele in 1902 and is even now only partially restored. The wild ride over nar- row mountain roads aged a number of us visibly. On Friday, February 4, we steamed out of the harbor and watched the island of Martinique sink below the horizon on our port quarter. I PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD At 0900 on Sunday, February 6, we picked up the pilot, sailed through the Boca del Dragon and out into the broad Gulf of Paria to Port of Spain. After anchoring briefly we moved in and tied up at a small pier next to the U. S. Army base. The starboard watch went on liberty that afternoon, exploring the city itself or traveling by taxi or the little old Tooner- ville trolley to various outlying districts to see the famous Botanical Gardens near the Governor ' s Mansion, the exclusive Queen ' s Park Hotel, the Trinidad Country Club with its beautiful pool, or the Perseverance Country Club. We found the people most friendly, and it was a pleasant change to be able to speak English again. Our fun was dimmed somewhat by our continuing inability to find much of our long-overdue mail. T ' 4, After several days of the usual scraping, chipping, and painting we sailed a few miles down the bay to the U. S. Naval Operating Base at Chagaramus to refuel. Here we stocked up on ice cream sundaes and other less-important items. Two groups of us were able to take the grueling journey to La Brea on the south side of the gulf, where the famous pitch lake is located. On this lake the wealth of the island is founded, for it is one of the few natural sources of asphalt in the world. As fast as the laborers would dig the pitch out of the lake it would bubble up again to fill the hole. It is truly a wonder of the world, which we were glad to see. WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO A long swell set in on our port quarter one day out of Trinidad, making the CHARLESTON roll heavily, and sepa- rating the men from the boys. The mess deck was a shambles during meals, so that it was with considerable relief that we reached the lee side of Curacao and steamed into Willemstad. Again passing the ancient forts guarding the entrance, we went through the pontoon bridge and tied up starboard side to, just inside. The city, although tropical, is characteristically Dutch in architecture, and also in sanitation. We swarmed ashore to spend our guilders in the shops or to loaf at the exclusive Piscadero Beach Club, to which we had been cordially invited. Some of us invested in perfume, al- though prices were higher here; others went to the Seaman ' s Home, the Ameri- cana Hotel, or the Hotel Curacao. We were surprised to find the port such a busy one, with shipping constantly on the move. Most of it was tankers, of which the Mosquito Fleet was a large portion. These shoal-draft vessels arc used to bring oil to Curacao from Lake Mara-Caibo in Venezuela. The pontoon bridge never had more than a few minutes ' rest before it had to open again for another ship. Some of us visited the enormous Shell oil refinery to see the process of refining at first hand; others visited the numerous merchant vessels moored nearby. All in all, we enjoyed our stay in this bit of Holland in the New World — and the water we took on served to remind us of Curacao for some time to come. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA New Orleans was the port we had been waiting for. After a rough trip up from Curacao it was good to cruise smoothly up the Mississippi River to the city, where we moored at the Poydras Street wharf, close to the center of town. The Mardi Gras season was in full swing that Saturday, February 26, and we did our share to add to the gaiety of the occa- ■ E sion during our week there. On Sunday we participated in the Mid- City Parade, one of four scheduled for that day. Despite tired feet we were out in strength that night, roaming through the Vieux Carre, mixing with the slightly mad crowds. Stormy and his mother were popular with us. The famous restaurants — Antoine ' s, La Louisiane, Court of Two Sisters, and Dan ' s Place — catered delicate- ly to our hunger before we trooped down Bourbon Street for the evening ' s enter- tainment. Many of us came to know and enjoy the Roosevelt Hotel, Pat O ' Brien ' s, the St. Charles Hotel, and the Old Absinthe House. Rex, King of Misrule, must have smiled to himself as we joined in his carni- val of revelry and merry-making. We were loyal subjects of His Majesty that week. On Thursday, after the city had strug- gled back to its usual routine, wearing a throbbing hangover instead of a crown, we took leave of New Orleans, Queen of the Mississippi, and after a quick trip down the current we sailed forth onto the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, bound for Vera Cruz. VERA CRUZ, MEXICO It was as beautiful a trip down to this fair city on the Yucatan Peninsula as one could hope for. W e decided that the cruise- posters were right for once. And, despite warnings to the contrary, we were received in Vera Cruz in most friendly style. This sea-port is a booming shipping-center, with good harbor facilities and rail trans- portation. We arrived on Monday, March 7, passed the outer reef and the concrete breakwaters, and docked at pier 4. The first liberty party was attacked by swarms of sweet-peddlers, who did a roaring busi- ness at our expense. Brushing these troubles aside, we headed for the Villa del Mar or the Mocambo Beach, riding the trolleys for ten centavos a mere 1.4 cents. The crowded market district intrigued many, who bargained with the natives for trinkets. These natives could be easily persuaded to sell their wares at less than half of what they asked — and twice what they were worth. We were hosts to the Mexican Maritime Academy in an inspection of the CHARLESTON. In return we were in- vited to a reception at the Academy, which ; turned out to be just about the best party we attended during the cruise. Every courtesy was shown us, and we were given a chance to learn much of our southern neighbors. The meals at the sidewalk cafes became part of our fondest memories, too. Many a Midshipman enjoyed delicious Mexican I steak, while the friendly hospitality of local citizens and tourists who insisted on treat- ing did much to strengthen the already warm regard we all had for Mexico. Then at night, while some still wandered %M about the markets, others sat in the park to watch the pretty senoritas promenade, and to talk to those who lingered close by. Yes, Vera Cruz was a delightful port — one that rates high in our memories. GALVESTON, TEXAS The weather on the trip to Galveston was wonderful until the last night out, when we hit a squall with 80-mile winds. However, we arrived safely and on time March 14. The Chamber of Commerce and others met us at the dock, with plans ready-made for a royal reception. Pay-checks were slow in arriving, but we all saw the town anyway. Then when the checks did come we all really concen- trated on making friends and spending money. The Turf Club and Lloyd ' s of Galveston, to mention two, aided and abetted us to the full extent of their not inconsiderable ability. Next morning we all ate breakfast to the tune of Read while you eat ! This is your last chance to get a paper! I ain ' t coming back. We hoped he wouldn ' t, but Nature Boy did come back every time, and with the same spiel. Our second day in port proved memor- able for many of us. At the dance held for us that night we discovered that the Texans ' boasts about the beauty of their women are true. They are also hospitable. As proof of our enjoyment of the evening, many of us raced the expiration of liberty down the dock to the ship. As usual, all was not play. During the day we painted the superstructure and rig- ging, so that the ship was something to be proud of even more, as we cast off our lines and headed for Kingston instead of Havana, which was temporarily closed to us. Our sailing-day, March 18, was also our third anniversary at the Academy, and we all celebrated with one of Moe ' s unfor- gettable chili suppers, washed down with hot cocoa. II KINGSTON, JAMAICA As we headed south, past Cape San Antonio (an old friend from last year), Grand Cayman, and along the coast of Jamaica, the weather grew warmer. The engineers, who had been thoroughly washed down by a sea through the mid- ships hatch, were thankful to be standing safely beside their buddies on deck as we steamed into Kingston on March 24. Here we found a very quiet port once again. Being neither mad dogs nor Eng- lishmen, most of us spent the midday hours in the pool at the Hotel Myrtlebank. Since there were a few fleet units in at the same time we were able to exchange movies and thus brighten our evenings. Again a dance was held for us. The Hotel Myrtlebank was the scene of another most enjoyable evening for those attend- ing. We marched to the dance and back, much to the wonderment of the natives, who waved and hooted as we went by. Many of these natives arrogantly re- fused to leave you alone, even for a minute, in hopes of extracting a few pence. And, although they should have known better — a Midshipman ' s overhead being what it is today — some of them even got away with a few cigarettes, much to the chagrin of the victims who had to take the jeers of their classmates. So it was that we bade Kingston a hearty farewell on Sunday, March 27. After having seen those luxury cruise-ships during our cruise we found it difficult to resign ourselves to the confines of our compartments. We sighed a little as we lashed down the table in A-204-L for sea. I PORT AU PRINCE, HAITI After refueling in Guantanamo Bay we landed in the hot, dusty city of Port au Prince on March 29. We tied up at the one long wharf in the city and settled down to four days of hull-painting and general maintenance as we looked forward to the end of the cruise. Yes, the CHARLESTON was finally beginning to look like something topside. Liberty parties went ashore to bargain for beautiful pieces of mahogany or to go to the Thorland Club for a swim. The country was lushly tropical, and many of us were lucky enough to see something of it. Here, once more, the natives insisted on guiding us about, becoming general nuisances rapidly. However, some did give us helpful advice, directing us to the New Orleans and other places which soon became centers of operations. The little switching engines tooted and droned past the ship often, as they helped unload other ships astern of us, proving that Port au Prince has its share of port facilities. On Saturday, April 2, we stowed our mahogany and other trinkets and pro- ceeded to sea, after retrieving the doctor whom we had left on the pier in our haste to get underway. We sailed northerly up Saint Marc ' s Channel and out the Crooked Island Passage into the Atlantic. HAMILTON, BERMUDA Entering the northeast side of the group, we sailed inside the reefs past the British Naval base to a point two miles below Hamilton, where we dropped anchor. Running boats were loaded and sent into town for the mail as we turned-to- once again for the final appearance of the ship in Boston. Liberty parties were dropped off at Belmont Landing, two miles from town, to fend for themselves in the beautiful countryside. The numerous showers added to our discomfort, but they failed to dam- pen our spirits as we joined gay holiday crowds of college men and women in Hamilton or at the Elbow Beach Club in Paget. Taxi-tours were arranged for us. We stopped at the famous caves on the north side, at the aquarium, the museum, and the zoo. As usual, the monkeys stole the show. Perhaps they enjoyed watching us as much as we enjoyed watching them. The weather, which was more pulvar than solar, was the only blight in this paradise. Of course, there were the usual grimaces on our part as 2100 found us headed back to the ship, just as the night-life was beginning to show itself. But then, we will all remember the rugby games we wit- nessed, the beautiful scenery, and the left-handed automobiles; besides it was healthier that way. We spent the last two days of our stay at the Naval Operations Base, where we made quite a run on the ship s service for cigarettes and ice cream. Movies were shown every night, too, and as the time approached for us to head home to Boston we found that we were almost regretting the end of the cruise, during which we had learned so much and enjoyed so much. ACADEMY LIFE LIBERTY TOWN Hyannis is the, metropolis of Cape Cod, but primarily it is the home of M.M.A. For three long yeacs we have lived and played and worked in this beautiful sum- mer resort. We know and love the summers here — the swimming parties at Camp Howes, the knockabout races in the Bay, the subchaser cruises to Nantucket, the white sands of Craigville adorned with girls of all shapes, sizes, and shades of sunburn and suscep- tibility. From Memorial Day to Labor Day Main Street is jammed with summer people ; the little white expensive shops in the west end are open; the season is on. Opportunities are limited only by our liberty. Hence, we have left our mark as harbingers of good cheer from Buzzards Bay to Provincetown. We also know — and loathe — the winters here — the quartermaster rounds with that leather-bound watch-clock hang- ing around our necks, for all the world like the Albatross tied to the Ancient Mariner; the 0600 formations in the pitch dark, with the moon shining down upon us from the Casbah; shoveling the circle clear only so that we can march around it and get even colder as we wait for the mess- line to pass under the benevolent eyes of the cooks. Yes, only a Midshipman with a sure thing lined up will leave the com- fort and security of his bunk on a weekend to brave the blast. We have made our impression on Barnstable County. Many lasting friend- ships have grown from our stay here. The town has been good to us in many ways and will figure large in our memories as we look back on Academy days and say, Remember that weekend when DANCES A Midshipman ' s life is a full one. Nevertheless, we have found time for numerous dances — the annual affairs after the Maine games, the Athletic Fund dance, the Yearbook dance. Some we have held in our own audi- torium, artfully disguised by lavish use of crepe paper and cartoons from the inde- fatigable hand of Smitty. Our Johnny Fitz has catered skilfully to our appetites, giving freely of his time and experience for our pleasure. Some we have held out in town, at the USO, or Legion Hall. Regardless of site, however, we have enjoyed ourselves hugely. We have flooded the town with personable young ladies for these weekends, so that, with the poet, we might almost say, Acres and acres THE 1949 MUSTER Left to right: Warner, Jackson, O ' Connor, Bravacos, Smith, Goodwin, W.A., Cass, O ' Leary, Peters. Absent from picture: Gow, Amiot, Conway, Chase. The MUSTER? Oh yes, we did put out a Yearbook, didn ' t we? Between watches, classes, turn-tos, and the myriad details of a Midshipman ' s day, we produced this volume. We began well last spring, retained Sargent Studio as photographers, and thought we had a printer. But just before Christmas vacation the printer had to de- cline the contract for reasons of health — and consternation reigned supreme. By frenzied efforts we reached an agree- ment with Spaulding-Moss Company, to whom we all are grateful for this fine book. We are grateful, too, to Commander Thompson and Captain Copeland for their help in giving us extra time to work on the book. Credit in particular belongs to Bravacos and Cass, who devoted an entire week ' s leave in August to corralling advertisers. Despite considerable reluctance on the part of advertisers generally, we were able to produce the book and keep subscription cost low. Plaudits also go to O ' Leary and Peters in particular — and the other members of the literary staff as well — for their reams of copy. The photographic staff deserves credit for its work in producing these pictures. Our Art Editor, we feel, has been the greatest single influence in making the book a worthy record. He designed the cover, and the fly-leaf, and he produced the cartoons of the graduates. Without him this would have been just another Year- book. And last we thank Mr. Clark for his encouragement, suggestions, and work as Adviser. We hope you like the MUSTER. 1949 MUSTER STAFF Editor-in-Chief Thomas M. Cass Managing Editor John L. Peters Literary Editor Joseph F. O ' Connor Assistant Literary Editor Daniel J. O ' Leary Art Editor James A. Smith Photographic Editor Franklin P. Jackson Assistant Photographic Editor Warren A. Goodwin Business Manager John G. Bravacos Sports Editors Donald F. Warner, Richard C. Gow Literary Staff A. Scott Amiot, James J. Conway, Donald H. Chase ACADEMY BAND Front row, left to right: Terpos, Hall, O ' Leary, DeFelice, Morrow, HoweSj Currier, Gould, Givens. Rear row, left to right: Thompson, Chase, Lawry, Keenan, Goodwin, W.A., Downs, Gorman, Telford, Sterling. Absent from picture: Simpson, Hellberg, Crowell, Johnson, B.H., Kearsley, Johnson, G.E , Gifford, Hartwell, Query, Rogers, Bandmaster Zimmerman. Bandmaster Seymour I. Zimmerman Band Sub-Commander Richard F. A. Keenan Band Petty Officer Edward A. DeFelice The Band has performed its functions admirably on all occasions. Contributing greatly to the dignity of Morning Colors, providing the martial tempo for the numerous parades and ceremonies in ob- servance of national holidays in which we have participated, playing our teams to victor) ' on the football field and diamond, it deserves a hearty commendation from all of us. Under the baton of Midshipman Zim- merman the Band has maintained the high standard of performance that it reached soon after its organization in 1945. We who are departing hope that our successors will carry on the program, for the Band holds for all of us a significant share of our memories of the Academy. SAILING Summer months on Cape Cod are some- thing to remember. We have rowed and sailed over every inch of Lewis Bay (in- cluding some portions that are not covered with water.) The Midshipmen were all made honor- ary members of Hyannis Yacht Club. Many are the races in which our six knockabouts have upheld the honor of the school and of the Club. We will never forget the regattas every August, the thrills and spills in which we have participated in our efforts to come home winners. However, there were other times, too, when we proved our worth on the knock- abouts, as we prowled the Bay ' s edge or raced each other to Dunbar ' s Point. We learned a lot from these little craft — and we will remember them with affection. SPORTS BASEBALL The start of the 1947 baseball season saw an inexperienced squad of Midship- men under their new coach, Lee Harring- ton, entering undaunted into the keen competition of the Cape Cod League. With only one class at the Academy from which to draw material and without one veteran player, Coach Harrington settled down to the business of organizing a team which could successfully represent the Academy in the league. The long, hard practice sessions and excellent spirit of the boys failed to pay off- in wins, and the team found itself at the bottom of the league when the first half of the season was over. Now a seasoned team, fired with the enthusiasm of their coach, the Mariners launched a concerted offensive to show their true potential as a club during the second half. The fine fielding of Bobby McGrath and Don Macbeth, coupled with the slugging of Captain Line Rounseville and Ed Dorsey, rapidly made it apparent to the Cape competition that here now was a team to be reckoned with. Hitting his stride, Iron Man 1 ' Hayden Pratt, con- verted from the outfield to the mound, was perhaps most responsible for the marked improvement in the team ' s showing. Constantly improving, the team won often, approaching the close of the season in third place. The remaining games were scheduled with Harwich and Orleans, who were tied for first place. Against Harwich Hayden Pratt fired his high, hard one so relentlessly that the Mariners eliminated them from the championship. Two days later, Pratt again strode to the mound in an attempt to stop Orleans in its drive for the crown. In the hardest- fought game of the season the team was edged 3-2 by Orleans, who continued on to the Cape inter-league championship. Now regarded as real contenders in Cape baseball, the team ' s prospects for 1948 were unlimited. It was a great dis- appointment to th e Midshipmen and their coach that, because of uncertainty as to the school ' s removal to Buzzards Bay, the team could not contract to enter the regu- lar schedule. When the Midshipmen did finally re- turn to Hyannis an informal schedule was arranged with the best teams of both divi- sions of the league. A highly successful season showed victories over such strong aggregations as Barnstable, Harwich, Cotuit, and Yarmouth. This team consisted of the following regulars: in the infield were Line Rounse- ville, Len Goodwin, Bob McGrath, and Don Macbeth; in the outfield were Ed Dorsey, Ira Simpson, and Fred Pop Warner; the battery of Joe Doc O ' Con- nor and Hayden Pratt and the manager, Ed DeFelice, completed the roster. Without doubt the Academy now boasts a place of prominence in league baseball, evidence of the fighting teamwork of the Midshipmen and the leadership of Coach Harrington. FOOTBALL Lee Harrington started the 1947 season, his first as football coach, with but twenty untried candidates for the team. Drawing members from only one class, and without a veteran in the squad, the team spent the season building for the future. An informal schedule resulted in five defeats; but it ended happily in a thrilling battle with Maine Maritime Academy, in which the greatly improved team wrung out a 22-12 victory in bitter cold weather at Bangor. The 1948 squad, somewhat larger and more experienced, gave promise of an im- proved record — and lived up to expec- tations. On September 26 the Academy started the season against heavily-favored New Bedford Textile Institute at New Bedford. Massachusetts Maritime Academy 2; New Bedford Textile 0. Before an opening-day crowd of four thousand the Mariners ' eleven edged out a bitterly fighting Textile team. Taking the opening kick-off, the Millmen marched from their own 31 to the Maritime 12 — and everyone thought the rout had begun. But the Cadets held there and took the ball away on downs. Twice in the second period the Mariners halted scoring threats from Textile. It was in this quarter that the Cadets made their only threat by marching to the Textile 9 before being stopped. With only five minutes of the last quar- ter remaining, a determined Academy line smothered Textile quarterback behind his own goal line for a safety which meant victory. Harold Young, a Plymouth boy, gave a fine display of ball-carrying, while Beak ' Panora, left tackle and end re- spectively, solved Textile ' s strong side- plays early in the game. To him go the defensive laurels. Massachusetts Maritime Academy 6; Tabor Academy 6. After a 13-0 defeat at the hands of a big Rhode Island State Freshman football team the week before, the Academy team travelled on October 9 to Tabor Academy, seeking a return to their winning ways. A scoreless first period found the two teams evenly matched, until the Mariners tallied on an alert play by fullback Ed Dorsey. When Stan Skypeck of Tabor faded back to pass on his own 30, the ball was partially blocked by Paul Fusini. It fell into the hands of Dorsey, who gath- ered it in on the run and bolted the re- maining distance to the goal. Macbeth ' s kick went wide. Tabor came back in the second half with a 72-yard march to score. Well- executed pass plays and runs brought the ball to the Maritime 5-yard marker. Con- nelly hit through center to the 3 and Fletcher, on a reverse, circled his left side to score. Fletcher ' s try for the conversion was too low. In the final period Tabor again drove close to victory, but a pass tried at this point was intercepted by the Mariners ' Joe Viviano, who returned the ball 60 yards. With only six seconds remaining, Co- Captain Ed Dorsey attempted a pass which was incomplete. Thus the game ended. Massachusetts Maritime Academy 13; Dean Academy 0. Fresh from an 18-6 victory over Leices- ter Junior College on October 23, the following weekend the Academy eleven travelled to Franklin, Massachusetts, to meet Dean Academy. Flashing a brilliant attack, the Mariners rolled over a lighter but scrappy eleven 13-0 for their second straight win. An improved aerial game paved the way for both touchdowns. The first quarter saw the Middies outplay Dean, driving deep into enemy territory. Two scoring oppor- tunities were wasted, once through an interception and once through a fumble on the Dean 3-yard line. Early in the second period the Midship- men pushed Dean back to its 8-yard line and took over on downs. After three tries at the line Roy Shaughnessy faded back and cut lose with a bullet pass to Hal Young, who stepped over the line un- molested. The extra-point pass attempt was incomplete. Ed Dorsey climaxed a 40-yard sustained march in the third period by flipping a perfect toss to Hal Young, who raced ten yards for his second touchdown. Don Macbeth passed the extra point to Bill LeLievre on a platter. Both teams during the last quarter- matched defense and offense, so that the game ended with no further score. We must mention the fine running game of Young and LeLievre and the sterling line play of Chase and Burns here, for they contributed hugely to the victory. Massachusetts Maritime Academy 8; Maine Maritime Academy 9. Taking a 47-0 licking by an overwhelm- ingly superior Bergen College, New Jersey, team, the Midshipmen faced their tradi- tional rivals, Maine Maritime Academy, on November 13, a wet, blustery day. With the Hyannis gridiron too muddy for play, the game was transferred to the Falmouth field. It was a rock ' em and sock ' em, do-or- die game, with each player driving him- self to the point of exhaustion. Both teams scored touchdowns; both managed to eke out automatic safeties; but Maine ' s per- fectly-kicked conversion and our failure to make an end-run conversion gave Maine the victory. With a stiff westerly breeze and a wet field hampering both teams, Maine drew first blood when Erickson, the visitors ' rangy center, broke through to block Ed Dorsey ' s desperation kick from behind his own goal line. The referee ruled an auto- matic safety. The second period saw Maine constant- ly on the offensive, but in the final seconds Ed Dorsey, standing on his own 40, threw a screen pass to Bill LeLievre, who battled his way to Maine ' s 17. After two incom- plete passes, Ed Dorsey whipped another one to Hal Young, who went to the 4-yard line. Here the half ended. Maine came back battling in the open- ing moments of the third period when Scoutras of Maine, standing on the Massa- chusetts 41, threw to Descouteaux, who ran from the 20 to score. Maine clinched the game at this point when Scoutras ' con- version whistled through the uprights. Later in the same period Maine forced a Massachusetts kick and Scoutras received the punt on his own 33. A fifteen-yard penalty against Maine put the ball deep in the visitors ' territory. A bad pass from center was retrieved by Scoutras deep in the end-zone, but he was virtually smoth- ered by half of the Massachusetts line. In the fourth period the Massachusetts team held the aggressive edge. Dorsey faded back to his 25 and cut loose with a pass to Paul Fusini, who zig-zagged all the way to the Maine 19. Bill LeLievre plunged to the 12 and then picked up two more yards. Ed Dorsey went to the 8 for a first down. In two plays the ball was bulled over the line, Dorsey making the score. Hal Young ' s end-run for conversion was stopped inches short of pay-dirt. Massachusetts continued its control of play, and the final moments of the game found the team again driving for a score, having reached the Maine 12. The agon- ized last seconds ran out while the team and the fans were envisioning a victory snatched from defeat in the hardest-fought game of the season. Director of Athletics Lt (jg) L. F. Harrington, USNR Trainer Arthur L. Williams, HMC, USN Coach Lt. (jg) L. F. Harrington, USNR Publicity Donald F. Warner Managers Robert F. O ' Rourke Joseph F. O ' Brien Richard Moore Co-Captains Edward W. Dorsey Lincoln Rounseville The Team Lincoln Rounseville Edward W. Dorsey Donald H. Chase Francis H. Burns William R. Scarbrough Carleton W. Scott Paul Fusini Gordon B. Lawry Wilfred J. LeLievre Harold L. Young John L. Peters Robert H. Scott Alfred C. Dunk Herbert J. Kearsley Donald R. Macbeth Robert E. Vaughn Roland G. Gould Martin O. Johnston Stanford W. Hammond David L. Olson William Panora Joseph E. Pisciuneri Richard C. Prentice Alfred J. Visconti Robert F. Jarvis Arthur Pankopf Robert Viviano Richard E. Gietek Roy T. Shaughnessy Ronald H. Curry FRIENDS PATRONS We Thank Yon To you, patrons and friends of the Academy and of the MUSTER, we wish to express our gratitude for your aid in making possible this record of our years here. We hope that it pleases you as much as we enjoyed creating it. The Editors Three GUIDING STARS of modern navigation • • • The Sperry gyro-compass with its non-magnetic, true north indications is the modern mariner ' s guide for trust- worthy, accurate direction. Sperry radar is his safeguard and protection when visibility is poor — permitting his ship to operate on regular schedule through fog, smoke, rain, darkness. Sperry LORAN gives him position — anytime, in all weather, anywhere within range of radio signals from land-based transmitting stations. 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Engineers and Firemen Instructed For License Examination A School of Stationary Engineering 184 Milk Street Boston HUbbard 2-6091 HEADER TYPE BOILERS MODERN Designs 1 of BOTH Types for MODERN Ships of All Types pRUM TYp f BOlLER S Providing dependable, efficient steam for any type of modern vessel — from sturdy tugs to luxury liners — is a 70-year-old story with B W. And in the ships of today ' s great merchant fleet, modern B W boilers — representing the most advanced developments in marine steam practice — are delivering the cost-saving performance so necessary for profitable oper ation. BOILERS FOR ALL TYPES OF SHIPS ★ ★ ★ OTHER B W PRODUCTS - Seamless Welded Tube for All Pressure and Mechanical Applications . . . Refractories ... Al- loy Castings ... Oil Burners . . . Chain-Grate Stokers . . . Sta- tionary Boilers and Component Equipment . . . Chemical Recovery Units . . . Pulverizers . . . Fuel Burning Equipment . . . Pressure Vessels. When selecting boilers for any type of ship, B W offers you experience un- equalled in the marine field . . . for B W has built more header type and drum type marine boilers than any other manufac- turer. You can call on B W with utmost confidence of obtaining the boiler design best suited for any type of vessel. Discuss your needs with a B W engineer. BABCOCK Cf v BAB COC ' BERT 4 0 y ST.  V £COX Ooac CO, 6. M.y cHearty VUell (Done from CAPE VINEYARD ELECTRIC CO. Compliments of H. E. SHAW COMPANY OF NEW ENGLAND Mr. Mrs. Edgar T. Downs DISTRIBUTORS SINCE 1870 CIGARS . . . CIGARETTES . . . Cape Cod-ially Yours TOBACCOS . . . Kl EWMAN ' C 1 N ON CAPE CODO Worcester Sprincfield WAREHAM BUZZARDS BAY Boston New Haven HYANNIS CHATHAM SPRAGUE STEAMSHIP LINE REGULAR SERVICE BETWEEN BOSTON, NEW YORK, PHILADELPHIA, BALTIMORE, NORFOLK AND BRAZIL, ARGENTINA, AND URUGUAY SPRAGUE STEAMSHIP COMPANY GENERAL STEAMSHIP AGENTS 10 POST OFFICE SQUARE BOSTON 9, MASS. LETS GO TO THE . . . Best Wishes From SAIL LOFT Rooms for Vacationing in me neari or i ape vjOq COLLEGE INN RESTAURANT 201 Main St. Margaret and Hyannis, Mass. Joseph Miller IN THE HEART OF HYANNIS SCUDDER TAYLOR W ii Vj A Vj uHi LiIkjIUU o OTT COMPANY FOOD IS SERVED Best Wishes From AIRPORT MOTORS, INC. Compliments of ROUTE 28 HYANNIS, MASS. Hey worth Backus President-Treasurer Hyannis 1444 THE BARNSTABLE COUNTY NATIONAL BANK A. F. GERMAN CO. Auto Supplies and Equipment Barnstable Road HYANNIS HYANNIS, MASS tL 1949 Muster! Complete photographic service hi SARGENT Studio 154 BOYLSTON ST., BOSTON Compliments of I D. CANNON SON Plumbing, Heating, and Appliance Contractors HYANNIS MASSACHUSETTS Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. A. Zimmerman Telephone: 1658 CAPE COD BAKERY High Quality Baked Goods 336A Main Street RENE L. POYANT, Prop. Hyannis, Mass. Compliments of McLEAJN o r AKr EK SHOP Compliments of THE PILGRIM CAFE TEL. 210 Dumont Pharmacy ALFRED A. DUMONT, PROP. Your Friendly Druggist DEPOT SQUARE HYANNIS Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. James A. Gow ADVANCE NAUTICAL EQUIPMENT CO., Inc. 154 STATE STREET, BOSTON 9, MASS. Tel: LAfayette 3-2971 ADJUSTER OF SHIPS ' COMPASSES NAUTICAL INSTRUMENTS, CHARTS, BOOKS, FLAGS Compliments of WILMORE STEAMSHIP COMPANY W. E. PALMER CO., INC. Marine Canvas Products Cotton Duck Manila Rope 69-70 LONG WHARF BOSTON, MASS. The FATHOMETER Makes Navigation .... SAFER Submarine Signal Company 160 WASHINGTON STREET NORTH BOSTON 14, MASS. FIELD SERVICE Boston, Mass. New Bedford, Mass. Gloucester, Mass. New York, N. Y. Baltimore, Md. Norfolk, Va. Cleveland, Ohio Mobile, Ala. Chicago, 111. New Orleans, La. Galveston, Texas Seattle, Wash. Portland, Ore. Eureka, Calif. San Francisco, Calif. Monterey, Calif. Wilmington, Calif. San Diego, Calif. BEST WISHES CHASE LAUNDRY COLBY PHOTO SUPPLY Everything Photographic 317 MAIN STREET HYANNIS HYANNIS FALMOUTH SUBURBAN GAS CORP. ORLEANS PROVINCETOWN Compliments of CARL ' S BRADLEY ' S CLEANERS HYANNIS, MASS. Congratulations Class of ' 49 lVFWTOlV tVi FT ORTQT Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. James F. lVICi VCIllti Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. 1VT - 1Vi 1 1 rrh tr n IVlCli dUS IllOIl Compliments of GENERAL SHIP ENGINE WORKS, INC. SHIPBUILDING - REPAIRING - RECONDITIONING 336 BORDER STREET EAST BOSTON, MASS. Telephone Hub. 2-1568 Lie. comm. of mass. DEPT. OF EDUCATION aif tute y]avicj,ation clioot ESTABLISHED 1919 CAPT. RUSSELL H. TERRY 7 ROWES WHARF Director BOSTON 10, MASS. MNS — ' 35 JAMES BLISS CO., INC STEAMSHIP SUPPLIES 220-222 STATE STREET BOSTON 9, MASSACHUSETTS Telephone „ , ,. , , 100 o Cable Address LAfayette 3-4141 Established 1832 CROWELSHIP TELEPHONE HYANNIS 448W J ennei 3 porl Shop, 3nc. SPORTSMEN ' S HEADQUARTERS 16 OCEAN STREET HYANNIS, MASS. John D. Doyle Sales Manager Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. Earl S. Carpenter Compliments of MAYFLOWER RESTAURANTS, INC. HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS Compliments of ACME LAUNDRY With Good Sailing to Class of 1949 MYERS COMPANY FURNITURE — REDDING LINOLEUM — RUGS Main Street Main Street Ruzzards Ray Hyannis Tel. Ruzzards Ray 430 Tel. Hyannis 911 Jliid da55 33ooh t eproduced bi OFFSET PRINTING SPAULDING-MOSS CO. ESTABLISHED 1886 BLUEPRINTS • OZAPRINTS • PHOTOSTATS • OFFSET PRINTING SUPPLIES FOR THE ARTIST, DRAFTSMAN, ARCHITECT AND ENGINEER 42 FRANKLIN STREET BOSTON 10, MASS. Compliments of Mr. William E. Finch Guertin Bros. Jewelers Watches • Clocks ■ Jewelry KEEPSAKE DIAMONDS MAIN STREET HYANNIS Best Wishes From Interstate CENTER THEATRE Hyannis Buzza rds Bay Gas Company Pipe Line and Tank Gas Service for Cape Cod WAREHAM FALMOUTH HYANNIS ORLEANS Congratulations to 1949 Muster BOSTON UNIF ORM CO., INC CHARLESTOWN, MASSACHUSETTS NAVAL TAILORS AND OUTFITTERS SINCE 1898 Still serving and welcoming our numerous Nantucket Friends Compliments of HYANNIS PHARMACY THE MARITIMERS ' off Campus Headquarters Mr. and Mrs. William L. Hall JOHN L. TERRY, Prop. Compliments of BAXTER ' S HYANNIS B.P.O.E. FISH MARKET No. 1549 HYANNIS, MASS. Asbestolith Manufacturing Company MANUFACTURERS AND CONTRACTORS Factory KENT, PROVOST JAVA STS. BROOKLYN, N. Y. Tel. EVergreen 9-5550-1 New discoveries come and go, but this decking, tried and proven in the laboratory of years of actual service under every conceivable condition, had passed the experimental stage before the turn of the century! Genuine ASBESTOLITH defies the destructive forces of time, service and corrosion — Fireproof — Durable — Resilient — Sanitary — ■ Economical — Easy to Maintain — Eight in Weight — Made in a Wide Variety of Colors — Does not Crack, Blister or Crumble — The First Cost is the Last! ASBESTOLITH is a remarkably light, durable material for floors, sanitary base, wainscoting, trim, stairs, treads, and other similar uses. It is absolutely fireproof ; impervious to heat, cold and Branch 384 HAMILTON AVENUE BROOKLYN, N. Y. Tel. TRiangle 5-1313 dampness; elastic, noiseles and sanitary. It will not chip, tear loose from its base, nor disintegrate under wear. When finished, it presents a fine- grained smooth surface which never becomes slip- pery. It will wear as long as marble or tile and far longer than rubber or its compositions. For these reasons vessel owners still insist on genuine ASBESTOLITH, the original and still the best! Approved by AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIP- PING, Navy Department, United States Maritime Commission, United States Coast Guard, Bureau of Lighthouses, U. S. Army Transport Service, U. S. Engineers Corps, Bureau of Standards, New York City, and others. ere n no iu Lititute for 4iLedtofitk Compliments of POMPEO MOTORS, Inc. Cadillac and Oldsmobile SALES and SERVICE 666 SOUTHERN ARTERY QUINCY, MASS. Telephone PResident 3-7300 Alexander Pompeo, Jr., ' 44 Yours for a lifetime of SUCCESSFUL ACHIEVEMENT Whiting Milk Company (Quality for over a century) L. G. Balfour Company ATTLEBORO MASSACHUSETTS Class Rings and Pins Commencement Invitations Club Insignia Memorial Plaques Diplomas — Personal Cards Represented by — GENE MANCHESTER Attleboro, Mass. Compliments of GUS ' BARBER SHOP 293 MAIN STREET, HYANNIS, MASS. Telephone: 1198 PURITAM CLOTHING CO. Uniforms and Accessories Tailoring • Cleansing • Pressing 408 MAIN STREET HYANNIS Compliments of MITCHELL ' S Chocolate Shop and Kestaurant 352 MAIN STREET, HYANNIS, MASS. John Hinckley Son Co. Lumber — Building Materials Hay and Grain YARMOUTH HYANNIS Compliments of Hyannis Trust Company HYANNIS, MASS. BRANCH AT OSTERVILLE Compliments of (Colonial (Hmtbh Company nf Qlapr (Cnh HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS CHESTER A. BAKER Compliments of JOHNNY LEMOS Florist fi mt v r c f ir Ait ( irfn ci in c M L%J lAJx -l o fC f 111 ' l OCUoli fla Hyannis Tel. 1910-M The Pause That Refreshes Qocjol QoLol Coca Cola Bottling Co. of Cape Cod Sagamore, Mass. Thomas E. Burke, ' 39 New England Mutual Life Insurance Company 80 FEDERAL STREET BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Compliments of CJf (Jf. 1 pp uiarri Jxisloff Compliments of HALL BROTHERS ESQUIRE CLEANSING SERVICE Opposite Hyannis Airport Phone and our driver will call at your home Tel.: Hy. 983 Compliments of the JJyannid jewelry Sliop Di A f AMnw • WY a t 1 wire • Trwn dv 376 MAIN STREET, HYANNIS Compliments of Hyannis Hardware Co. MILLER STUDIO Portraits, Wedding, Commercial Photography (If you haven ' t been shot, come over; we ' ll do it.) 77 BARNSTABLE ROAD, HYANNIS Tel. 1971-W Compliments of HYANNIS INN J. F. Pendergast Compliments of MR. WALTER E. LEGGE PATRONS Mrs. Einar W. Strom Mr. James R. Cass Mrs. Winifred Rounseville Mr. and Mrs. Earle S. Carpenter Mr. and Mrs. Louis M. Peters Mr. and Mrs. A. Zimmerman Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. McNaughton Mr. and Mrs. James F. McAvenia Mr. and Mrs. Raymond J. Telford Mr. and Mrs. James A. Gow Mr. and Mrs. George H. Macbeth Mr. and Mrs. Carl T. Ohrn Mr. and Mrs. Peter Nelson Mr. and Mrs. William E. Finch Mr. and Mrs. Edgar T. Downs Mrs. Carleton W. Scott Mr. and Mrs. William L. Hall Mr. and Mrs. James McGrath Mr. Walter E. Legge Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin J. Isherwood Mr. and Mrs. Harry N. Dunk Mr. and Mrs. John T. Warner Mr. and Mrs. Philip G. Ehnes Mr. and Mrs. Otis Vaughn Mr. and Mrs. Olof Truvedson 1949 Cruise I 2 H. f§ A 1. CULEBRA, PUERTO RICO 2. FORT DE FRANCE, MARTINIQUE 3. PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD 4. WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO 5. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 6. VERA CRUZ, MEXICO 7. GALVESTON, TEXAS KINGSTON, JAMAICA 9. PORT AU PRINCE, HAITI 10. HAMILTON, BERMUDA 11. BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS UNITE S T A T. E