Western Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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9823 Lake Avenue Cleveland, Ohio Dick 4 Years RICHARD L. WALLING As we look back upon the accomplishments of this 1947 Senior Class, Dick ' s influence has contributed greatly to this record. His mature outlook on his work has placed him in a top notch position. He also has his frivolous side, attributed greatly to his frequent functions at Mcnti . Sports also fall within Willie ' s ' ' range. His consistent effort brought him accomplishments in athletics. Dick ’3 instructors can also testify to his mental alertness. Everything that is needed to obtain success and happiness, Dick possesses. We can be sure that success will be Dick ' s in his adventure into the world. Cadet Capt.; 400 Club — 2 yrs.; Scholarship Medal — 1 yr.; J. V. Football 2 yrs.; A Soccer— 4 yrs.; A Track— 2 yrs.; J. V. Track— 2 yrs.; Theory Ribbon; 3 Military Medals; Co-Chairman Senior Dance Committee; Co-Editor of Social Affairs of Recall ; 4 A.B.C. Track Medals; Floor Chief— 1 yr.; Barracks Chief of C . 36500 West Nine Mile Road Abe Farmington. Michigan 3 y ears JACK PRIOR Jack Prior came to Western as only a firecracker, but he is leaving here as a stick of T.N.T. He was undoubtedly one of the finest athletes ever to hit Western. He was a terror on the gridiron, and he made up for his lack of weight by his continual drive. This drive carried over to his school work since his grades were always high. Jack always had a congenial attitude toward life, which made him a well-liked student. Jack will be greatly missed by the school and by his friends. Cadet Tech. Sgt. W Club— 2 yrs.; A Football— 2 yrs.; J. V. Basket ball — 2 yrs.; A Track — 3 yrs.; Picked on A.B.C. Football Team; District Player of the Year Award. Climax. Michigan Jim 4 g Years JAMES H. DYER The Wolverine state sent Jim Dyer to Western five years ago. His ever lasting fun-making has often been the injected sparkle in many a bull session. He developed his own particular brand of humor. For years to come this will give his fellow Seniors, remembering old times, many laughs and pleasant memories of the years they spent at Western with Jolly Jim . Even though he was constantly on the go , Jim still found time to attain scholastic honors and compete in athletics. Not only these who graduate with him but also the Swing and Military bands, Sunday Parade and the under-classmen will miss the Michigan boy. Cadet Tech. Sgt.; Drum Major; B Football — 2 yrs.; C Football — 1 yr.; J. V. Football — 1 yr.; J. V. Swimming — 1 yr.; J. V. Baseball — 1 yr.; Varsity Wrestling — 3 yrs.; Inter-barracks Wrestling Medal — 2 yrs.; Senior Dance Committee; Business Staff of the Recall ; Ass ' t Barracks Chief of A ; Military Band — 3 yrs.; Swing Band — 3 yrs.; Cheer Leader — 4 yrs.

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7545 Westmoreland Clayton. Missouri Harry 2 Years HARRY RICHARD YELTON Active in all things and too active in some, describes Harry Yelton. He had a good analytical mind and was a good student. Harry was a good athlete and he liked to play football tor the sport of it. He did not give the girls around Western much of a whirl but rumor has it that he was being true to a Clayton beauty. Harry was one of those fellows who could argue about any- thing and this was one of his favorite pastimes, another being his trombone on which he was really hot. J. V. Football — 2 yrs.; Swing Band — 2 yrs. 2432 Boston Blvd. Detroit, Michigan Flip 2 Years ROBERT LEONARD FENTON ' ' Flip , as he was known to his friends on the Western campus, was the type of fellow who could get along with anyone in a friendly and engaging manner. His main interests were centered in the Shrapnel Staff, in which he held the position of Feature Editor. Through his efforts many of the Recall Senior Biographies were successful. He was an amiable fellow, who could find time for everyone about him. He will be remembered for many years to come, for he was always ready to lend a helping hand to someone who needed encouragement. Cadet Corp.; Ass t Floor Chief of First Floor C ; Senior Biographies for, Recall ; Feature Editor of ' Shrapnel : Quill and Scroll — 2 yrs.; Senior Dance Committee; Theory Ribbon; Riding Club; Varsity Basketball Team— 2 yrs.; Var- sity Track — 1 yr. 1109 S. Linden Street Red Normal, Illinois 2 Years LOREN DAVID LEWIS Red Lewis will remain one of the unforgettable fellows of this Senior Class at Western. Although attending Western only two years, Dave remained in the spotlight. His magnetic personality drew him many friends who both enjoyed his humor and respected his athletic abilities. If there was any activity of im- portance happening on the Western campus. Dave Lewis was sure to be right in the middle of it. Red Lewis is certain to be well remembered by any other Senior in later years in an attempt at a brief recapturing of the many enjoyable times on the Western Campus. Cadet Color Sgt.; Senior Dance Committee; A Football — 2 yrs.; Swimming Team — 2 yrs.; Capt. of Varsity Swimming Team; Track — 1 yr.; Golf Team: Boxing Medal.

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16 East Main Street Mascoutah, Illinois Bob 2 Years ROBERT LOUIS DAUBER Upon entering Western, Bob quickly caught on to the cadet routine at West- ern. His industriness and determination opened ior him a high rank in the Academic and Military Departments. His supreme basketball skill and graceful ease on the hardwoods will be hard to replace next year. A suave operator and a debonnaire cosmopolite, he is a connoisseur of night life. A gay dog with the ladies, he attended all social affairs of the school and each date he escorted made him the envy of the other cadets due to her loveliness. It is without hesitancy that we predict a career that will reflect credit to himself and to whatever field he may enter. Cadet Color Sgt.; I. V. Football — 2 yrs.; Varsity Basketball — 2 yrs.; Military Theory Ribbon; Editorial Board of the Recall . Podunk Lake Dig Hastings, Michigan » 2 Years DIGORY W. McEWAN Dig McEwan seemed to be the type of fellow who would do anything for a laugh, but underneath he was a sincere, conscientious worker. When Dig put forth effort, something good was likely to come of it. Unfortunately in the short period which he attended Western, he was unable to participate in very many activities, but he was eagerly welcomed by his classmates, and quickly gained the respect of all his friends. When he graduates. Western will lose a great kidder, and one who could keep the spirits of the group high. Success is sure to catch up with him, and soon. V. Basketball — 2 yrs. 1342 North 43rd Street Wally East St. Louis, Illinois 2 Years WALTER HALLY SMITH Even though he attended our school for only two years, Walter Smith hung up a record that anyone might well be proud. He was always in the middle of the crowd, be it male or female. Wally never tired of telling anyone who would listen about the wonders of East St. Louis, and the near-by towns . Wally was socially, athletically, and scholastically minded. All these and many other attributes combine to make him a well-rounded and well-liked personality. He will always be remembered by his classmates as one of the most dependable boys in the class. Cadet Staff Sgt.; B Football — 1 yr.; Varsity Track — 2 yrs.; Floor Chief of 1st Floor C '