Peekskill Military Academy - Reveille Yearbook (Peekskill, NY)

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JOEL LESLIE ROTHSTEIN B801 Shore Road, Brooklyn 9, N. Y. 5 years at P. M. A. Sergeant '52, J. V. Basketball, Manager '52, J. V. Baseball '51, Yearbook Staff '52, Newspaper Staff '52, Glee Club '52. When we look into the past at our senior year at P. M. A., we see in our mind's eye a little boy who was responsible for making the song of the Congo live on the campus. Joel earned himself the nickname of Bongo when he first came to school, five years ago, and retained it until his departure at graduation. Bongo was highly esteemed by his subordinates and superiors, for he showed himself to be respectful, mod- est, and friendly to all the cadets and faculty. The work Joel did with his cheerful personality when morale was low in our class will never be forgotten by the seniors. We hope that Joel will continue to display that same respect and amiability in later life. QXXATA Ry I x, '15, Qs 4 IIIJI' 'llll'jll 2 V! F ROBERT LEITH SAULS 1336 Missouri Ave., N.W., Washington, D. C. 4 years at P. M. A. Sergeant '52, Varsity Football '50, '51, J. V. Football '48, '49, Varsity Basketball '51, '52, J. V. Basketball '49, '50, Varsity Baseball '51, '52, J. V. Baseball '49, '50, Varsity Club '51, '52, Band '49, '50, '51, '52. Bob was a friend to all on the campus, especially Miss Mac, whom he constantly encouraged to put more and more fish on the menu. Seal was a good natured boy who could take a lot of kidding with a smile and give it with no oFtense. He was immaculate in his dress and personal appearance. Many were the hours that he spent putting a shine on his shoes that made them literally glow. An athlete of no mean ability, Seal was a great performer on the gridiron, the basketball court, and the base- ball diamond. Those long remembered spring parades could never have been the success they were without the resonant tones of Seal's bass drum. Best of luck to you always, Seal. We know you will be an alumnus worthy of P. M. A. 34

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HANOJ HARRY PEREZ Calle 19 Norte, No. 5-46, Barrio Versalles, Cali, Colombia 6 years at P. M. A. Second Lieutenant '52, Honors 1, .Varsity Soccer '51, J. V. Soccer '48, '49, '50, Varsity Lacrosse '52, J. V. Lacrosse '50, '51, Varsity Club '52, Pan- American Club '50, '51, Vice-President '52, Camera Club '48, '49, Stamp Club '48, '49, lf ever one felt downhearted, deiected, or as if the world were about to close in upon him, Harry was the guy to see. His ever-present good naturedness and sense of humor won for him the friendship of all. During his six years at the school, he has starred in soccer-first with the iayvees and then with the varsity. ln addition to holding the rank of lieutenant, Harry has been an ardent member and office holder in the Pan'American Club. We will always remember him for his multitude of jokes and his genial smile. Our wish for Harry is the best of luck, happiness, and health. SAMUEL POSN ER 155-O1 90th Ave., Jamaica 2, N. Y. 4 years at P. M. A. Lt. Colonel '52, Battalion Commander '52, Class President '50, '51, High Honors 1, Honors 4, Varsity Football '49, '50, '51, J. V. Football '48, Varsity Basketball '51, '52, J. V. Basketball '48, Captain '49, Varsity Baseball '49, '50, '51, '52, Varsity Club '49, '50, '51, '52, Yearbook, Business Manager, '52, Newspaper Staff '49, '50, '51, Quill and Scroll '51, '52. When Sam came to P. M. A. in '48, he was iust a little blond boy who had a cheerful smile and a friendly word for everybody. But when the sport seasons rolled around, he proceeded to establish himself as an excellent performer in baseball, football and basketball. As the years progressed and Sam added more and more accomplishments to his long list, his list of friends and admirers lengthened proportionally. Finally Sam reached the end of the long road and was graduated as an all- around athlete, honor student, and leader of the corps. What else need be said but that may P. M. A. have the privilege of graduating more fine boys like Sam. SAUL RETELNY Managua, Nicaragua, C. A. 3 years at P. M. A- First Lieutenant '52, Honors 3, Varsity Soccer '50, '51, J. V. Soccer '49, J. V. Baseball '50, '51, Varsity Club '51, '52, Pan-American Club '49, '50, '51, '52, Camera Club '49, '50, '51. ln the midst of a sombre morning Saul arrived, but immediately bright- ened up the P. M. A. scene. After mastering the difficult English language, Saul became quite a scholar. Although participating in numerous athletic activities, his outstanding sport, as you may guess, was that fascinating game known as soccer. One occasionally noticed the deep longing in his eyes for his native land, but soon this melancholia was dispelled as the musical notes of the Pan-American Club echoed in his ears. In reference to his military ability, Saul attained the summit. He was commissioned as a second liteutenant in the cadet corps and surrounded his name with a myriad of achievements. The foundation on which Saul will construct his future will be nothing but secure, for this foundation is based on his friendliness, personal warmth, and exceptional ability. 33

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ARTHUR JAMES SCHWARTZ 40-O4 Bowne St., Flushing, N. Y. 3 years at P. M. A. Staff Sergeant '52, J. V. Football, Manager '51, Varsity Swimming '50, '51, '52, Yearbook Staff '52, J., V. Lacrosse '50, '51, Varsity Club '50, '51, '52, Glee Club '52, Camera Club '5O. There will be o lot of broken hearts in Peekskill when Jimmy heads tor college, for he left his mark on the Peekskill belles just as he lett il' on the school. One knows from listening to Jim talk about the gals around his home in Long Island, that he has been a lover of true beauty for a long time. Jim unleashed much of his unlimited energy in the swimming pool where he made the water really churn with his excellent bockstroking. He was one ot Coach Wells' favorites for three years and during that time he fought the great battle of the athlete-shall I give up my smoking today or tomorrow. Jim was certainly one of the brightest links in the chain of the senior class-o link that was most necessary to complete our four years at P. M. A. YfyXX.1TARy 'lf N 'uQ?' 'llul' GE Aw' o --552,15- 5917 , 'll M Il' ' 'Q :v W JAMES PETER WENTZ 508 West 114th St., New York, N. Y. 3 YSCIVS Gi P- M- A- Privote '52, J. V. Football, Captain '51, J. V. Basketball '50, '51, Varsity Lacrosse '52, J. V. Lacrosse '50, '51, Glee Club '50, '51, '52, Band '50, '51, '52. Though noted for his unequaled sense of humor, his winning smile, his popularity with the faculty children, and with those of the fairer sex, Jim's modesty caused him to disregard his numerous fan clubs. On the athletic field he was a hard hitting football and lacrosse player who always had the will to win. Having a great love for music, Jim was a participant in both the band and glee club. If one chanced to come on the band hall on a free afternoon, he was sure to hear the melodious tones of Jim's trumpet. Good luck to you Jim, and may your friends be as numerous in later life as they were here. 35 4, -