Virginia Military Institute - Bomb Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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(OLON[L mm mm Cnlonel Button has served lanqer nil the Board of Visitors than any other appointive meniher in the history of V.M.I. First named to the Board in 1910, he has played a vital role in each of the dramatic epi- sodes which have hrought V.M.I, into the front rant of educational institutions. The development of the present parade ground and the construction of Memo- rial Hall are monuments to his foresight and vigor.

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DEDICATION At a time when the Virginia Military Institute is about to enter tier second century of service to ttie state and tlie nation, it is only meet tliat tier Centennial Class should wish to honor one who has given freely of his strength that her glory might he greater. ([ Dur search has heen neither long nor difficdt. In Colonel Joseph Button we recognize a man whose devotion for this institu- tion and whose faithful efforts in her hehalf are clearly inscribed upon our record. flTo him we dedicate this, the Centennial Cdition of the Bomb, with the certain knowledge that his accomphshments will inspire us to nobler efforts in behalf of V.M.I. (1 To him we offer our highest tribute of regard and affection.

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CONTENTS Book One . . . The Institute Book TwD .... Tlie Classes Book TlirEE . . Tlie Military Book Four . . The Athletics Book Five . . The Activities