Peekskill Military Academy - Reveille Yearbook (Peekskill, NY)

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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

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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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ROBERT EDWIN KELLEY Silvermine Road, New Canaan, Conn. Corporal '52, Varsity Football '51, Varsity Basketball '52, Varsity Lacrosse '52, Vorsity Club '52, Newspaper Staft '52. Bob really went to town in just one short year ot P. M. A. He was o boy who combined scholastic honors with athletic distinction ond mili- tar alertness. This year was Bob's introduction to Y he took to it like a duck takes to water, so to speak. Through con- stant attention to his tyro duties he found himself among the first to be recognized as a second yearmon. In the fall' he on the football field as a to be a top flight man was obvious to all who and winning personality under such o grand guy. clever quarterback, and in the winter he proved on the basketball court. His love for athletics ever watched him participate. His worm smile was admired by all, including those who com- peted against him. After this post-graduate year at P. M. A., Bob plans to attend a physical education college and then go into the coaching field. Success is sure to be his and what on inspiration it will be to ploy RICAR DO ALBERTO KELLERMAN Apartodo No. 200, Managua Nicaragua, C. fA. 2 years at P. M. A. Corporal '52, Varsity Soccer '50, '51, J. V. Soccer '49, '50, Varsity Club '51, '52, Pan-American Club '50, '51, '52. Among the two that represented Nicarafua in our class was the amiable Richard Kellerman. Richard knew no fear and never displayed it. Defending country, self, and friends of the fairer sex, were very clearly his principles in lite. His horseplay and curiosity in the chem lab earned him the nickname of Tube, But Richard was quite serious when it came to playing soccer for P. M. A. or keeping in the proper condition to box. Like all the other Spanish boys, he was talented at dancing, especially those mambos. Richard was continuously searching for an American girl who could mambo like his South American sweet- heart. He plans to work upon graduation in his fother's business in Managua, Nicaragua. We hope you will keep up your fine work, Richarf' and make others os proud as we were of you. 1 year at P. M. A. o military school but distinguished 'himself JOHN DENNIS KILLIAN 2572 Main St., Stratford, Conn. 3V2 years at P. M. A. Second Lieutenant '52, High Honors 1, Honors 4, Gold Keys 1, Glee Club '51, '52, Band '49, '50, '51, '52. John was o rare combination. One of the most serious minded boys in school, yet a boy who always had o smile on his face. His qualities of leadership were of the best, whether displayed on the athletic field, in military pursuits, or in supervision of his dormitory fioor. He played the saxophone in the band for four years, and the rich tones of his instrument were well known to anyone who visited the band hall. He pitched an excellent game of baseball, but all had to be on the alert when his lrish temper got the best of him. The proof of his intellectual ability was shown by his discussions in the well. He was the only one who ever attempted to argue the authority to the ground. With his winning smile and determination, John is certain to have success in unbounded measure. 30