Peekskill Military Academy - Reveille Yearbook (Peekskill, NY)

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WILLIE HOM DOW 54 Elizabeth St., New York 13, N. Y. 8 years at P. M. A. Captain '52, High Honors 5, Honors 9, Gold Keys 1, Varsity Baseball '50, '51, '52, J. V. Baseball '49, Varsity Club '50, '51, '52, Yearbook Staft '52, Newspaper Staff, Circulation Manager '52, Class President '48. Willie was P. M. A.'s representative from Chinatown, and as all Chinese scholars go so did Will. The constant attention Willie showered on his subiects brought him a high position on the honor roll. Will wasn't much like the great philosopher Confucius, for he had a grin, or a horse laugh for every occasion. He was one of the old timers of the senior class, having come to school eight years ago. ln his near decade at P. M. A., Willie saw his standing becoming more and more eminent in the corps of cadets. He rose rapidly in rank and in knowledge lpar- ticularly baseball standingsl. It Will shows the same zeal after gradua- tion that he displayed here in P. M. A., we are sure that his ultimate goal, whatever it is, will be realized. EDMUND HITCHCOCK DOWLING 10 Leslie Ave., Utica, N. Y. 1 year at P. M. A. Corporal '52, Varsity Football '51, Varsity Lacrosse '52. This was Eddy's first and only year at P. M. A., and in that short time he learned and practiced a good many of the principles taught at a military school. Ed made many new friends during his stay on the campus who will well remember his sincerity. His serious approach to all academic work was admired by all his teachers and fellow cadets. Eddy showed unlimited athletic ability on the football field and took great pleasure in leading the intramural swimmers during the winter season. Ed was the particular idol of the junior schoolers for they wished that someday they, too, might have as heavy and wiry a beard as Ed possessed. We will always remember Ed for the good fellow that he was, his Irish temper, and his pleasing personality. THEODORE GERT GERSTEL 35 Fort Washington Ave., New York 32, N. Y. 1V2 years at P. M. A. Corporal '52, J, V. Soccer '51, J. V. Lacrosse '51, Newspaper Stott '52, Band '51, '52. Among the musicians who composed P. M. A.'s band of America, was the versatile Ted Gerstel. Ted could be seen entangled in his tuba during band functions and during the week doing a dependable job as bugler of the guard. Being conscientious and serious in all his studies and duties, earned him the respect of his fellow classmates and teachers. Ted never starred athletically, but he was one of those determined second stringers in soccer and lacrosse who made the going tough for those on the A squad. He also participated actively on the business staff of the yearbook, and was a member of the Glee Club. We will remember Ted not for any outstanding individual accomplishment, but for his constant plugging which made him successful in all his endeavors. 28

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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

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ISAAC GORN Managuo Nicaragua C. A. Fienda La Campana 3 years at P, M, A, Corporal '52, Varsity Soccer '50, '51, J. V. Soccer '49, J. V. Tennis '50, Varsity Tennis '52, Varsity Club '50, '51, '52, Pan-American Club '50, '51 '52 . , . Isaac found P. M. A. not only an institution of learning, but also an actual supplement to the country he left. When he first came to school, three years ago, he was immediately made to feel at home by the many other cadets that also hailed from Nicaragua. Chico, as he was called, advanced in every aspect at P. M. A. and was soon found to be making history on the varsity soccer team. In his fullback position, he thrilled the spectators, as well as his teammates, with some of his bril- liant running plays. If Chico could not be found in his room studying, or in the well grabbing that quick smoke, he could be found in the A. B., studying and philosophizing on the demerit list that had iust been posted. Isaac plans to take a business course in college and then amaze the industrial world with his vast knowledge. Best of luck, Chico. We know you will always remember your friends at P. M. A. I I I I FERNAN DO VALENTIN HEN RIQU EZ George Washington Ave., Truiiillo City, Dominican Republic 2 years at P. M. A. First Lieutenant '51, Varsity Football '50, '51, Varsity Basketball '52, Varsity Baseball '51, '52, Varsity Club '51, '52, Pan-American Club '51, '52, Sergeant-at'Arms '51, '52. Two years ago Fernando first set foot on the P. M. A. campus. It did not take this boy long to make himself known in the dormitory, the classroom, and on the athletic field. All will attest to the excellence of his work. Besides being one of the leading football, basketball, and baseball players, Fernando holds the rank of lieutenant, is an active member of the Pan-American Club, and a polished lecturer in speech class. The senior class has no doubt of the success that is assured Fer- nando throughout life. AN DREW IANARELLA Box 109, Lake Peekskill, N. Y. I year at P. M. A. Corporal '52, Varsity Football '51, Varsity Swimming '52, Andy was not a newcomer to P. M. A. in the true sense of the word for he had won the respect of our football and swimming team by starring in those sports when attending Peekskill High. Although handi- capped by a league rule which would not allow him to compete against high schools this year, he more than made up for this when our football and swimming teams competed against other prep schools. Andy is a quiet and unassuming individual, yet an extremely popular person. In both his academic and athletic work he was an extremely hard worker and thus gained the admiration of all his teachers and coaches. It was unfortunate for the cadet corps that Andy was not a boarding student for it is certain that he would have contributed much to dormitory life. If hard and consistent work is the key to success, we need have no qualms about the future that is awaiting Andy. 29