Stephen F Austin State University - Stone Fort Yearbook (Nacogdoches, TX)

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HARRY WOMACK— was one of our most popular stu- dents — always cooperative, cour- teous, a true gentleman. As he lived, constantly portraying all that is fine in manhood, so he gave his life. TOMMY MILLS— known for his smile, his friend- ship, his intense joy in living, went out to give his youth that others might have college days like his. JACK POWELL— was a quiet fellow, never aggres- sive, but cherishing and holding, up for his beliefs, always willing to defend what he believed to be right and true. He carried this spirit from the campus to die on the battlefield, upholding it. ALSTON GUNTER— respected for his faith and sin- cerity and his depth of character, went bravely forth to give his life that others might have life as it is commanded.

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KENNETH CRAUSBY— a quietly capable and studious boy with a broad interest in all the world about him — living among the fine things the world could offer, and dying that they might flourish. GERALD KERR— one of SFA ' s youngest and most promising, brought to the forty acres youth, enthusiasm and an eye to the future — and courage to go out to make that future for others. ROSS GARRETT— a natural leader, giving his all to whatever he attempted, went into every wholesome activity with the zest of youth and cour- age — and in his last fight, never faltered. JACK FORD— a typical guy, willing to play and live with the best of them, and willing to die for the land he loved.

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ALBERT BATTISE — our little chief and good scout, proved that tr ue Ameri- canism is of, for, and by all of us. HOLLIE (MAX) CUMMINGS— went out to make a name for himself in the field of education and advanced study — Max car- ried all his ideals into service and the war.. JOHN TIPTON— young, progressive and clear- minded, John had great promise in his college life, and of a great life of service. But he sacrificed his life, his future, and his promise that a great host of the youngsters that he knew and loved might grow up into a free world. LLOYD BELSER— remembered for his work in college and the Nacogdoches schools, and his splendid deter- mination in all things — even unto death.