Augusta Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Fort Defiance, VA)

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JAMES L. MONARCH The “Bing Crosby” of the fourth stoop tower is Jimmy Monarch, He is quite an authority on popular songs, and it is seldom that he is found without a new tune—to which we must listen. Jimmie’s ability in the military line was shown when he was given the rank of second lieutenant this year. We will not attempt to pass any com- ment upon his scholastic ability, but will let his grades speak for them- selves. GUS W. PAPPAS With his quiet and unassuming way, Gus has acquired the friendship of all with whom he has come in contact. Known for his neatness, there are few Sundays that go by without him being the possessor of “the best room on the third stoop”. . A corporal in “B” company, he has also found time to excel in academic work. A. M. A. will feel your loss, and you will leave with only the high- est words of praise.

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ROBERT G. LEWIS “ Bob’ is one of my best men.” This is Major Roller’s description of Bob and we will let it be known that it is ours also. Bob is our tumbling coach, and he is aptly fitted for this. Seldom does an afternoon pass that does not see him practising some new trick, and he usually masters it. He is an industrious boy, and as this is such a valuable characteristic, we know he will succeed. SAM R. MILLER “So we gunned over to...” Here comes Sam with one of his stories of Washington night life. Seriously, however, he is our captain-adjutant and a very capable one. This mentions but one phase of Sam’s well-filled life here. His popularity was shown when he was elected secretary of the student body, in addition to being one of the most prominent members of the Cotillion Club and one of our leading social figures. We know you will succeed, Sam, and we will miss you greatly.

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HENRY PEDIGO “What was that? A streak of lightning?” No, it was just a baseball from the great left arm of Henry Pedigo, our ace baseball pitcher. He will long be remembered for his pitching feats here, but long after these are forgotten, his ready wit will be remembered. Henry, we will feel your loss greatly, but we let you go with happy hearts, knowing that you are ready to face the problems of life and over- come them, BEAU ONADS Mis keg Meal Ox Ce dey bel B So you want to meet a gentleman and a scholar? Fine, we'll introduce you to Harold Purcell. “Percy” has only been with us two years, but in these years he has won himself a place in the hearts of all. It is also rumored that he is quite a Romeo and we can well understand that. We know you will succeed at Virginia, Percy, and we wish you the best of luck. 8 kw? eee £82