Capital University - Capitalian Yearbook (Columbus, OH)

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in memoriam . . . Dr. Alfred M. Wagner departed from this life very suddenly on December 8, 1958. At the time, he was serving as pastor of Faith Lutheran Church, Whitehall. He had served Capital University as a member of the Board of Regents for twenty-eight years. For twelve of those years, he had served as secretary to the Board. Serving his church and his Lord, he had been active in the pastoral min- istry since his graduation from Cap as a mem- ber of the class of 1906. Cap s sports fans vividly remember Dr. Wagner's enthusiasm in sup- port of the Fighting Lutherans. We thank God for his faithful service and express our sincerest sympathy to his loved ones. Dr. Alfred M. Wagner Dr. Harold C. Osterman passed from this life on December 9, 1958, following a heart attack. Dr. Osterman had returned to Capital on November 1, 1958, in the capacity of Director of Aids and Grants. He also held various posts in the American Lutheran Church including Assistant Director of Stewardship and Finance and president of the Eastern District. Besides his most recent appoint- ment, Dr. Osterman had served Cap as Director of Development. We thank God for his willingness to serve and express our sincerest sympathy to his family. Dr. Harold C. Osterman 21

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 Every idea must be proven beyond the written page to test its strengths and weaknesses. Likewise, a vehicle destined to become a part of the space age must be given every test available on the proving ground. Within these walls, only the more competent are allowed to proceed to the blast-off. 23