Western Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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1226 Tanglewood Street Org Memphis, Tennessee 2 Years RICHARD E. ORGEL Advocate ol many electrical appliances, and a cultivator of staunch friend- ships with all of the fellows were a part of Orgel ' s make-up. His talent for tinkering with electrical and mechanical instruments is the thing he is best noted for here at Western. Many of the devices he constructed were objection- able and got him into trouble. Orgel is not very athletic. He spent a great deal of his time in the dark room developing pictures. Good study habits, determination, talent, and a keen mind insure his success. Cadet Cpl.; Riding Club — 1 yr.; Rifle Team — 2 yrs.; Winner of two Theory Ribbons; Recall Photographer. 6101 North Sheridan Road Chicago. Illinois Earl 3 Years EARL R. LIFF Probably providing greater influence toward the golf team than anyone else in the past three years, Earl Liff has kept the spirit of golf alive at Western. Earl possessed a dogged determination which saw his every venture to completion. Never letting anything stand in his path. Earl might also be known as a Go-Getter who always picked worthwhile goals. He was a plugger for the important tennis team, and he made a good and expert member of that team. All in all, Earl Liff might be summed up in many ways, but his actual ambitions are the important things, and they are sure to carry him far. Cadet Staff Sgt.: J. V. Basketball — 1 yr.; Golf — 3 yrs.; Tennis — 2 yrs. 1032 Maine Street Misty Quincy. Illinois 3 Years ROBERT ELDON McINTYRE Misty was the type of cadet who could produce efficient results with very little talking. He went about his business with a great deal of determination. One activity at which McIntyre excelled at Western was swimming, and he could almost always be found down at the pool in the afternoon keeping up his diving form. McIntyre was an unusually fine artist, and he used to amuse his friends with cartoons of them, and other objects. McIntyre had an unfathomable personality, which, nevertheless, gained him many close friends. When he graduates, he is sure to achieve the success he seeks. Cadet Staff Sgt.; I. V. Swimming — 1 yr.: A Swimming — 1 yr.; Track — 1 yr.; Glee Club — 3 yrs.: Softball — 3 yrs. — 28 —

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4242 Louisiana Avenue Honk St. Louis. Missouri 4 Years ROBERT EUGENE HUBELI Honk Hubeli was a cadet at Western to whom others could turn lor aid on any matter. Although quiet and unassuming, Bob was respected and admired by many for his academic abilities, and his friendly attitude. Honky was a steady 4.00 student and won distinction as a member of the National Honor Society. He made it a point to succeed in whatever he attempted, and his will to succeed carried him to enviable heights in the Senior Class at Western. The thoughtful and cautious attitude which Bob presented to other cadets provided him with many close friends. Cadet LL; National Honor Society— 2 yrs.; 400 Club — 4 yrs.; three scholar ship medals; two Theory Ribbons; one Military Medal; Senior Dance Com mittee; Co-Editor Military Dept, on Recall Staff; C Football — 1 yr.; B Football— 1 yr.; J. V. Football — 2 yrs.; J. V. Baseball— 2 yrs.; A Baseball— 1 yr.; Floor Chief 3rd Floor C . 3042 Payne Street dunk Evanston. Illinois 2 Years KENNETH G. BROWN Was Ken a bookworm? A grandstander or an introvert? Well, hardly! His motto was. maximum grades with minimum work, and he did just that. His pastimes were many and varied, track, swimming and eating to mention only a few. Ken has been on one of the few water teams that have come out on the high end of their schedule. Never in a storm about anything, Chink made a host of friends with his natural easy-going way, and tackled all problems with a trick method of saving physical and mental strength. Well, that s the story and. Ken, may you always wind up on top in whatever you do. Cadet Corp.; Varsity Swimming Team — 2 yrs. Statler Hotel St. Louis, Missouri Donn 5 Years DONN BARTEL JENSEN Donn Jensen could quickly be classed among the most versatile of cadets. His interests were many and varied, but he never faltered in his steady progress as a cadet at Western. Being both high in academics, and winning distinction as an athlete, ‘Donn also was the Master of Ceremonies for the Senior Dance Committee. Western can really be proud of a cadet whose character has been molded within its bounds, for Jensen’s was just that. Donn was the type of boy who could succeed at anything he really tried for. and he always tried for the top honors. Good Bye, and Good Luck to a truly swell cadet — Donn Jensen. Cadet Lt.; Master Ceremonies Senior Dar.ce Committee; A Football — 1 yr.; B Football — 1 yr.; C Football — 1 yr.; W Club; Athletic Co-Editor ' Recall ; Floor Chief 1st Floor C ; Co-Captain of Wrestling Team; C Basketball — 1 yr. — 27 —

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307 Forest Avenue Neenah. Wisconsin Paul 2 Years PAUL H. ROBINSON Paul Robinson is a man with a purpose, his purpose in life is to make V. M. I. He works on this ambition at all times and his grades are proof of his work. Paul did not waste much time on the unnecessary things of life, women and social activities did not interest him. He had a warm friendliness for all who would share it. His steady progress will insure him a future that is worthy of his efforts. He was the dependable type of cadet that made the corps what it was. Cadet Staff Sgt.; J. V. Tennis. 1080 Washington Blvd. Bushnell. Illinois John 4 Years JOHN R. WEBER In the four years that Western has known John Weber, his record has been one of top standing. One of John ' s notable features is his many romantic acquaintances, notably at Monticello. Another of his outstanding character- istics is his industriness in whatever he undertakes. He has proven this in his successful management of his position as Business Manager of the Shrap- nel . John has also proved himself in academics which all adds up to a brilliant ending at Western and which is sure to develop into greater success in future life. Cadet 2nd Lt.; 400 Club — 2 yrs.; Track Manaqer — 2 yrs.; Senior Dance Committee; Business Manager of Shrapnel ; Quill and Scroll; Recall Staff. Floor Chief 2nd Floor D . 202 S. Railway St. Paul Mascoutah. Illinois 4 Years PAUL U. POSTEL Whenever a carpenter, plumber, decorator or general handy man was needed the call went out for Paul Postel. He was the whole group rolled up in one. Paul was always in demand whenever there was to be a dance because he decorated, wired, and did anything else that needed doing. He was never afraid of the fairer sex, either, for he seldom missed a social engagement. Paul had a good, honest, down-to-earth solidity that will insure him later success. All his many friends wish him the best of luck wherever he goes. Cadet Staff Sgt.; Soccer Manager — 1 yr.; Senior Dance Committee; Shrap- nel Circulation Staff — 4 yrs.; Glee Club — 4 yrs.; Thespians — 1 yr.; Military Band — 4 yrs.