Elements of Style, Commodore Art Railton

More than 30 years ago, when Dan Karnovsky was the age Nick Karnovsky is now, Arthur Railton ran the committee boat and the Menemsha Pond races. He was extremely knowledgeable about all things nautical, and appeared rather strict and even stern. We all called him Mr. Railton, and I continued to do so until it seemed ridiculous to deny our evolving friendship. Appearances concealed a much softer if salty side, and his wit was revealed in person and in his weekly articles for the Gazette.