Peekskill Military Academy - Reveille Yearbook (Peekskill, NY)

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DAVID MORTON CANTOR 48 Eddywood St., Springfield, Mass. 5 years at P. M. A. Second Lieutenant '52, Honors 3, Gold Keys l, J. V. Lacrosse '49, '51, '52, Manager '50, Newspaper Staff '52, Glee Club '49, '50, '51, '52, Camera Club '48. Dave spent his first two years at P. M. A. absorbing vast amounts of knowledge and constantly making the honor and high honor rolls. He then let loose this store of knowledge like an avalanche on the un- guarded cadet corps. His frequent assertive discussions in the well earned him the prestige of being called Mister Authority. This, though, did not dull his aFfable nature nor did it decrease the number of friends he had. Dave was a member of the fabulous Massachusetts aggregation whose famed lost' week-ends will never be forgotten. Also hard to forget will be his efficiency as a cadet officer for he made the boys in his platoon really shine up or face the consequence. Dave's graduation will leave quite an empty space to fill in ranks and cfazses, but the biggest space of them all will occur in our later lives when really good friends are hard to find. ROBERT HARRY COCHS Northridge Road, Peekskill, N. Y. 6 YSUFS Gi P- M- A- StaFf Sergeant '52, Honors l. lf Bob had been a boarding student rather than a commuter, it is quite possible that things would have been a lot livelier on the P. M. A. campus. He was truly the playboy of the class. At any party or social function, Bob could never be counted as among the missing. When not engaged in the routine business of attending classes, Bob's attention was usually devoted to various methods of transportation, with particular emphasis on one flashy red motorcycle and one souped up tan Ford. Many a cadet has envied Bob as he took to the open road after his last class, particularly during the warm spring days. Bob was a familiar sight on the campus for he carried the guidon for Company B for a long time. He was well liked by all his classmates for he had a warm, carefree friendliness, which is sure to help him along the road to later happiness and success. This class is proud to have Bob on its roster. .IAY HAROLD COHEN 350 Central Park West, New York, N. Y. 2 years at P. M. A. Staff Sergeant '52, Yearbook Staff '52, Newspaper Staff '52, Glee Club '51 '52 , . lt took .lay a little while to settle down to work, but once he did the sparks really flew. He deserves all the credit we can give him, for in a very short time this serious-minded boy attained his self-appointed goal-that of making the honor roll. Jay was the most famous member of French incorporated whose amazing feats will remain'hallowed within the walls of the A. B. Although it was only known to a select few, Jay was quite the man around town as far as Central Park was concerned. One glance at his little black book would convince any of his fellow students. Jay also has quite a way with the pen which he hopes will become his obedient slave. We expect and hope he will have unbounded success in all his future undertakings. 26

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ROBERT DOMENIC K BRACILANO 120-15 111 Ave., Richmond Hill, L. l., N. Y. Captain '52, Varsity Football '51, Manager '50, J. V. Football '48, '49, J. V. Lacrosse '50, Glee Club '49, '50, '51, '52, Band '50, '51, Captain '52, Camera Club '51. Maestro Brac was the musical prodigee of our class. His nimble fingers and vast' lung power played an important part in his rise to captaincy of the school band. His activities weren't limited, however, to the musical field, because many will remember his fleet-footedness and fine defensive play with the varsity eleven. Looking back over the variety of activities Brac partook in at school, we could never forget his numerous instru- mental recitals, particularly the performance he gave on Father's Day this year. Brac's room on the band hall was probably the most colorful and visited room on the campus. Needless to say, it was usually neces- sary for him to do a quick redecorating iob every Sunday morning. lt will be very hard for Brac to forget his P. M. A. days, but it will be even harder for the Senior Class to forget Brac. EUGENE THOMSON CAMPBELL 152 Breckinridge Lane, St. Matthews, Ky. First Lieutenant '52, Honors 5, Varsity Soccer '50, '51, J. V. Soccer '49, Varsity Basketball '52, J. V. Basketball '50, '51, J. V. Baseball '50, Varsity Lacrosse '52, J. V. Lacrosse '51, Varsity Club '50, '51, '52, Glee Club '49, '50, '51, '52, Band 49, '50, '51, '52. Gene spun a well balanced web which encompassed a variety of activities. Academically, he was among the best in the class. Socially, his easy manner and confident air made him as popular a boy as could be found. Delving into the more strenuous activities, he played an ex- perienced game as soccer fullback. ln many a contest it was his boots that kept the ball down at the opposition's end of the field. Militarily, he led the band in all' parades and also wielded a big stick on his hall. Gene did a great job at P. M. A. and it was a pleasure to know him and to work with him. After eight years of attendance, we know that Gene will miss the school next year, and the school will miss him. 4 years at P. M. A. FUAD SALAME BUTTO Tegucigalpa, Honduras 1 year at P. M. A. Private '52, Varsity Soccer '51, J. V. Baseball '52, Varsity Club '52, Pan-American Club '52. Fuad came to P. M. A. in his senior year. Though his stay was short lived, his record at the end of the year was well rounded. He was the only cadet in the school who was of Arabian ancestry and could speak Arabic. Fuad was born and lives in Honduras, Central America where pool playing seems to be the national rage. The boys of the Varsity Club pool room, until Fuad made his entrance, had never believed such serene and loving meditation over a shot was possible. He also loved the game of Soccer and gave it his all, whether practicing or participating in an important contest. What his plans for the future were, remained a mystery to our class, but in whatever field they centered around, we have no doubts as to his ultimate success. 8 years at P. M. A. 25

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MAXIMO DARIO CONTR ERAS Ave. lndependencia No, 43, Ciudad Triillo, Dominican Republic 2 years at P. M. A. Corporal '52, High Honors 1, Honors 1, J. V. Soccer '5O,, '51, Varsity Rifle '52, Varsity Baseball '52, 'J. V. Baseball '51, Pan-American Club '51, '52, Camera Club '5l. To gain a mastery of the English language is quite a difticult task for a South American student. This impasse was soon overcome by Max. His famous speech class orations labeled him as the Dominican Republic's representative to P. M. A. Max lent his athletic ability to the varsity soccer team and also was greatly interested in baseball. He inherited varied diplomatic qualities from his family and soon put them to use both militarily and academically. Max was an active member of the Pan-American Club and was always seen developing new dancing steps at all the proms. Many members of the class served to keep up the class average, others bolstered its athletic record, but Max will be remembered for keeping the class in good spirit. JAIME FZ. DE CASTRO Cienaga Magdalena, Colombia 2 years at P. M. A. Sergeant '52, High Honors 1, Honors 1, Varsity Soccer '51, Varsity Base- ball '52, Varsity Club '52, Pan American Club '51, Secretary '52. There was nobody in school that appreciated a good joke any more than Jaime DeCastro. He had a keen sense of humor and an ever present smile that endeared him to the hearts of all, male and female alike. He may not have been the best in all things in which he participated, but all will attest to the fact that he was outstanding. Winning a varsity letter in soccer, having a good academic average, and keeping off the demerit list, may well have been Jaime's main ambition at P. M. A. lf such be the case, Jaime may well be proud of his record. This popular lad well deserved the famous nickname El Supremo, for as a sergeant he was one of the best noncoms in the corps, particularly at calling cadence. When it came to the fairer sex, too, DeCastro could always be found in the forefront of activity. Best of luck to a truly personable member of our class. lt is our hope that you never lose that winning smile. JOSE ARMANDO DELGADO Este 2 No. 28, Caracas, Venezuela 3 years at P. M. A. Sergeant '52, Honors 1, Varsity Soccer '50, Captain '51, J. V. Soccer '49, Varsity Baseball '52, J. V. Baseball '50, '51, Varsity Club '50, '51, '52, Pan-American Club '50, '51, President '52. This popular South American might well be called the old man of the class, for he had a beard that was the envy of all. During his short three years at P. M. A., Delgado established quite a record for himself. Besides waiting for the new orders to come out, he earned two varsity soccer letters, was elected captain of the team during his last year, and was an active member of the Varsity Club. The fact that he was elected President of the Pan-American Club indicated his unexcelled popularity with his fellow South Americans. Under his leadership the organization, which had its quarters in the Lavin cottage, enjoyed a very successful year. Upon graduation, Joe plans on a business career in Caracas, and if the senorita is still waiting, a trip down the aisle. 27