Riverside Military Academy - Bayonet Yearbook (Gainesville, GA)

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VVILBUR HOLLIS ALFORD Kenly, North Carolina March 6, 1909 Non-Fraternity Scientific Robert E. Lee You wouldn't think. to look at the inno- cent countenance pictured above, that this boy would venture out onto the sea of Military life, would you? Nevertheless, not- withstanding, the next session of the grand old government institution is going to see Wilbur shining shoes. ln an interview Wilbur vowed that he was destined to be a lawyer. Whether that be so or not, all of us who know him will bet that this country will get its money back and more for its trouble in the next four or live years. Alford is worthy of anything he gets in life and we hope he gets all that is coming to him. During the interview, in an unguarded moment. Wilbur admitted a fondness for brunettes, which proves that he is not a gentleman, but we're still for him. Private-Company B MERRILL G. JACKSON Macon. Georgia Non-Fraternity Scientific Robert E. Lee Jackson, or Rain-in-the-Face as Col. Hor- ton has dubbed him, has a long collection of the greatest yarns ever yet conceived and may be readily persuaded to recite them whenever desired. As yet the supply has been in no way exhausted by the demand. This indefatigable story-teller, however, has achieved an academic record at Riverside that very few have ever excelled. for what- ever his shortcomings may be. Jackson is a student of the first water, Jackson has in his one Summer School and one year at Riverside built himself quite a reputation as a student and as a raconteur de luxe. He intends after this year to begin the study of Medicine at Emory. later at Maryland and Johns Hopkins. Private-Company A

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i CARLOS ENRIQUE AGOSTINI PRECIOS Habana, Cuba July 7, 1909 Non-Fraternity Commercial Sidney Lanier 'Twas on a fall night in 1926 when we heard a plaintive howl on the Hoot below. A fight! We arrived twenty seconds later with a barked shin only to be disappointed. Standing room was scarce even in the hall. But we weren't to be disappointed so easily. The noise was coming from a room a few doors down and we forced an entrance to a certain extent. The reward was ample. Until C. Q. we were entertained by a new cadet on a Violin. Since that time Agostini has entertained on many occasions with a touch that somehow is peculiar to Agostini. And it's good, too. Our friend was what is technically known as King of the Ring for a good while but he came back this year minus the tempera- ment and has steered clear of the well-known circle. He states a distinct ambition to be a diplomat and he has our best wishes. If we ever go to Habana we intend to go to him before we risk any of the stuff. Private-Band' ROBERT DENTON WHITE Okmulgec, Oklahoma August 16, 1910 Non-Fraternity Scientific Sidney Lanier This page should have a gust of wind for a motif but that is one of the regrettable things about black and white: you never can get an idea entirely across. Windy says he is going to be a farmer, but if he does another William Jennings Bryan is lost to the world. He has no right to cheat the public that way so we prophesy that he will sell patent medicine any way. Windy juggled a rifle for a While but his surplus got him into too much trouble, so he turned it into a trombone. By doing this he not only got into the band but with the purifying influence of his roommate to help him along, he got oii' of the Bull Ring -almost. Well, here's to luck, Windy, We are expecting to hear great things. unless we are mighty deaf or in China. Private-Band

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I-IERMAN GERALD ARENSON Charlotte, North Carolina August 15, l909 Non-Fraternity Classical Sidney Lanier Jake came into our midst two years ago and from the very beginning he has taken an important part in all of the school's life. He loves to write and has caused us to have a great deal of pleasure in reading his articles. From the very start he has worked hard to keep Riverside on the top in everything and it is through this that he has accom- plished so much. As an athlete, Jake stands out in nearly every sport as a result of his clean tactics and hard training. He is a truly good end, one that Riverside can be proud to claim. His graduation will leave a place that will be hard for someone to fill. Jake is not prominent in Military cir- cles, we will have to admit but in spite of this, he has risen to the grade of Corporal in his short stay. W'ith a fond farewell, we wish for him the greatest success in the future. Corporal-staff JAMES HUGH KARSNER. JR. Savannah, Georgia December 22, 1907 Non-Fraternity Scientific Robert E. Lee For three years. Hugh has held and will always hold an important place in our hearts. He is not much of a ladies' man and has been rather quiet and reserved during his stay with us. Hugh's main line is with the minstrel. For two years he has been one of its main- stays and now starts on his third. His athletic aspirations have been centered mostly about soccer, which seems to be his favorite game. Always he has done his best to uphold the standard of the school at Government Inspection and few boys have ever worked harder or with more diligence. So Hugh, old boy. though we hate to see you go, all we can do is wish you worlds of good luck and success. Corporal--Company A