Western Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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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.

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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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2107a North 14th Street SL Louis, Missouri Hal 3 Years HAROLD T. PAPPAS Harold Pappas was a cadet who never did a job unless he did it well. He had a way about him that gave you the impression that whatever he was doing at the moment was the most important thing he was ever going to do. Hal did not do much in the social line, but his other activities kept him busy. His grades were always good and he employed himself steadily to his work. He tried lor perfection in all he did and this trait will surely lead to success. Cadet Sgt.; Varsity Tennis; I. V. Tennis; C Basketball; A Basketball Manager; Riding Club. 1111 Park Ave. New York. N. Y. JAMES ROBERT GREENE ]im 6 Years Each year of Jim ' s stay at Western has brought him more records and deeds. His academic work as well as his athletics are records of high standard. He was at Western longer than any other Senior and every year was well filled for Jim. A dogged determination is what he possesses and so far has brought him success and should bring him success in later years. Jim attempted many difficult things but always came through on top. Cadet Tech. Sgt.; 400 Club— 2 yrs.; A Basketball Mgr.— 1 yr.; A Base bull 1 yr.; J. V. Baseball — 3 yrs.; Riding Club and Team; Senior Dance Committee; Recall Staff; Shrapnel Staff. 217 West Main Street Bill Lebanon. Illinois ] y ear GLEN WILLIAM FILLEY Playing all season on the Junior Varsity Football Squad, writing for the Shrapnel in his unique and diverting style, and taking active part in dramatics, Filley presented a personality which drew him immediately into the Senior Class. Through his efforts, many of the activities of the Western campus received excellent writeups in the Shrapnel . Filley was a loyal participator in most of the outside activities. His faculty for finding the humor- ous side of every situation was well received by other cadets, and he soon became an integral part of the Western campus, despite his one year. J. V. Football — 1 yr.; Ass ' t Feature Editor of Shrapnel ; Thespians; Swing Band; Glee Club; Riding Club. — 30 —