BAYLIES V. CLARK, LT, USN

Baylies Clark '30

Date of birth: January 8, 1909

Date of death: May 23, 1941

Age: 32

Lucky Bag

From the 1930 Lucky Bag:

BAYLIES VOORHEIS CLARK

San Francisco, California

"B. V." "McCloskey"

ANOTHER boy from the Golden State of California. Like other native sons, he is always ready to expound on the wonders of that greatest of states, and especially on that super-city inside the Golden Gate. But B. V. is not content to rest on the laurels won by his state. As an individual, he seeks to enhance his nautical abilities so that he may be a credit to the Navy.

He has a hobby. Steam, the curse of his classmates, is his true love. It is a valuable aid to him, for the work he does in Isherwood Hall gives him a grasp and practical knowledge of Steam that has put him in the first section. Though not a savoir, his quick mind and retentive memory give him sufficient time for magazines and letter-writing. He is a valuable and willing company athlete besides having a berth on the B-squad.

His most lovable trait is a true generosity. He cannot say "No" to any plea, and his "big-heartedness" is free and sincere. His sunny good nature and friendly disposition make him a man to be happy with.

B Squad 4, 3; 2 P.O.

Loss

"Lt. Clark was killed during bombing practice at sea on May 23, 1941."

Unable to find further details or location of a memory marker. He seems to have been married as of 1931.

The 1940 Navy Directory lists him as serving with Patrol Squadron (VP) 12 in San Diego, California. The 1941 Navy Directory lists him as serving with Scouting Squadron (VS) 71 aboard USS Wasp (CV 7).

Class of 1930

Baylies is one of 41 members of the Class of 1930 in Memorial Hall.