St Thomas Military Academy - Kaydet Yearbook (Mendota Heights, MN)

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WILBUR B. DAVIES Wilbur’s plump and rosy face reflects his easy-going, jovial nature. This beaming face and chubby figure can usually be found in the smoking room among a group of the boys” pleasantly enjoying a quiet game of cards. Besides his numerous student activities, Wilbur has also succeeded in a military way by gaining the rank of Sergeant Major. May life hold big things” in store for you, Wilbur. Activities: Hockey manager, ’36; Monogram Club, ’36, ’37, ’38; Kaydet Staff, ’36; Tennis Manager, ’38. Military: Best Company, ’35; Best Platoon, ’35; Private First Class, ’35; Corporal, '36; Sergeant, ’37; Sergeant Major, ’38; Honor Badges, 4. JOHN J. DOHERTY John’s cheery demeanor has made his presence delightful to us during his stay at St. Thomas. Recognized as prominent in the scholastic field, he has, by his energetic efforts and congenial manner, often been a source of encouragement to us. That his time has been well utilized is proven by his rank as lieutenant and popularity among the cadets. Without a doubt, John will become a leader in whatever field his cheerful disposition is needed. Activities: Eagle Award, ’36; Biologian, ’36; Catholic Action Society, ’36; Intramural, ’35. Military: Corporal, ’36; Sergeant, ’37; 1st Lt., ’38; Best Company, ’36; Honor Badges, 8. WILBUR B. DAVIES Tiny” Docs anybody one me a nickelf” JOHN J. DOHERTY Chink” Now, Mr. Hauer, you know me.

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JOHN D. CUMMINGS The debonair and dashing Jack is truly the social bug of our campus. He rules supreme as our leading rhythm king. His ability in music, coupled with his natural crooning ability, have rewarded Jack with the leadership of the Academy swing band. His chief interest on the campus comes from his job as head pipe, tobacco, and all-around smoking authority. His supremacy in this phase of student interest has promoted Jack to the position of custodian of the cadet smoking room. Good luck to Jack, one of our better Keeper of the keys.” Activities: Intramural Sports, ’36, ’37; Choral Club, '37, 38. Military: Crack Platoon on Skates, '37, ’38; Honor Badges, 3. ANDREW J. CUPPER Andy is truly one of the finest gentlemen ever graduated from St. Thomas. His charming personality and ability as an athlete have made him respected and admired by all who enjoyed his friendship. During his sojourn at the Academy, he has, as a member of the Crack Squad, as a fine scholar, and as a lieutenant, made an imoression that will not soon be forgotten by anyone. We deeply regret to see him leave our halls, but we are certain that he will continue his success wherever he may go. Activities: Football, ’37, ’38; Intramural Sports, ’36, 37; Kaydet Staff, ’38; Eagle Award, '37, ’38. Military: Crack Squad, 37, 38; Sergeant, ’37; 2nd Lt.. '38; Honor Badges, 6. JOHN D. CUMMINGS Jack That pipe ain’t broken in right, son.’’ ANDREW J. CUPPER Joe Sow, fellas, that was awful”

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ROBERT R. DONAHOE This year St. Thomas loses by graduation some of the great- est athletes in the history of S.T.M.A. athletic competition. One of these is Bob. His blinding speed and flashing legs on the gridiron, on the hardwood court, and on the track will long be remembered. Bob is popular with the students and faculty alike. He has not neglected his studies for sports, and although he is not at the top, he is well up in his classes. He will become a famous doctor, if we may forecast his future. Activities: Football, ’37, ’38; Basketball, ’37, ’38; Track, ’37, ’38. Military: Private First Class, ’37; Corporal, ’37; Color Ser- geant, ’38; Honor Badges, 3. JOSEPH W. DVORAK JR. Joe’s earnest and perseverant application to his studies has won for him a rank in his class that such persistent and dogged determination deserves. In addition to his scholastic activities, his efforts along the military line have rewarded him with the rank of corporal. In spite of these numerous interests, Joe has also found time to skipper his job as man- ager of the baseball team. We know that Joe’s stick-to-it-ive- ness” will win him great success. Activities: Intramural Athletics, ’36, ’37; Catholic Action Club, ’36. Military: Private First Class, ’37; Corporal, ’38; Honor Badges, 4. ROBERT R. DONAHOE Bob” Remember that Cretin game.' JOSEPH W. DVORAK, JR. The Mad Russian '7 wanna be a Sergcant.,