Western Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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SENICRS DURAND BENJAMIN, JR. BENNY 6420 Murdoch, SI. Louis, Missouri 2 Years Durand's whole manner was epitomized by one dis- tinguishing trait, and that was the valuable attribute of loyalty. This was exemplified in the way he chose his friends - slowly and deliberately. Durand found universal popularity at Western, and he formed bonds of friendship that, unlike most other high school associations, will probably endure for years to come. He had a truly scientific mind. But aside from his pro- pensity for the exact studies, he had a feeling for music, which earned for him the position of drum major. Cadet First Sergeant, Band Leader and Drum Major, Club 400, Z years, Editorial Staff Recall , 1 year, Manager B Basketball, 1 year, Riding Club, 1 year, Camera Club, Z years, Weight Lifting Club. LAWRENCE D. BRETSNIDER 835 Longacre Dr., University City, Missouri BLACKlE CHARLES F BRADFORD CHUCK Carthage, Tennessee 4 Years Bradford - a name that can claim the singular dis- tinction of possessing synonyms. They are such nouns as perseverance, vigor, and sincerity. Perseverance? Chuck after once grabbing a problem by the tail, would wrestle with it until he found himself on top. Vigor? He headed committees, joined teams, and actively backed many of the Senior projects. Sincerity? Chuck had an unshakable faith in his ideals, which will prove to be the basis for outstanding success. Cadet Major, Barrack Chief of E , National Honor Society, Scholarship Medal, 4 years, Military Theory Medal, 3 years, Chicago Tribune Gold Medal, 2 years, Vice- President Club 400, Club 400, 4 years, Secretary Thespians, Thespians, 3 years, Honor Thespian, 1 year, Editor Aca- demic Section of Recall , Shrapnel , 3 years, Quill and Scroll, 2 years, Co-Chairman Senior Dance Committee, Honor Guard, 1 year, AU Wrestling, 2 years, B Football, I year, B Soccer, 1 year, C Football, 1 year, D Basketball, 1 year. V- c- 2 Years l.arry's personality will prove to have an influence reaching far beyond the confines of the Western campus, for, as a pebble dropped into a pond, the effects of his gentlemanly ways and affable nature will be carried far and wide by his many friends. These fundamental social traits have made him a welcome sight at the year's social functions, and have made him an invaluable member of the dance committee. Cadet Sergeant First Class, Cadespians, 1 year, Senior Dance Committee, .l. V. Wrestling, 1 year.

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x Y... BH CLASS OF '52 LEWIS TRACY ARNOLD TRACY 66 Crestwood Drive, Cloyion, Missouri 4 Years Tracy was one of those boys endowed with the in- valuable capability of being able to achieve his ends in an unobtrusive but thoroughly effective way. He was noted for his never-failing dependability, a trait which earned for him many duties of trust and responsibility. Though of an unassuming and quiet nature, he dis- played remarkable determination and aggressiveness in athletics. In fact, he won many distinctions and awards as a top wrestler. Cadet Sergeant First Class, Asst. Floor Chief, Znd of C , Co-Captain of Wrestling Team, A Wrestling, 3 years, B Football, 1 year, C Football, Z years, D Football, 1 year, Riding Club, 1 year, D Basketball, or 1 year. DAVID W. BARNEY REX 714 W. Maryland, Phoenix, Arizona 3 Years Dave was one about whom it was said that self- control was his forte. His quiet perseverance pushed many projects to success, especially dramatics. He has presented many outstanding performances on the stage. His talent on the stage was unusual. Dave also found success in other fields. He participated whole- heartedly in basketball and tennis and made indis- pensable contributions to both of those teams. Cadet Sergeant First Class, Asst. Floor Chief, 3rd of ANS Cadespians, 1 year, Senior Dance Committee, J, V. Basketball, 2 years, B Baseball, 1 year, Varsity Tennis, 2 years, Camera Club, 1 year. Z f 2215 f 3 ,ls SAM T. BASSETT, Ill SAM 1200 Big Bend Road, Sl. Louis, Missouri 2 Years Loyalty and sincerity were two of Sam's outstanding character traits. He proved to be a true friend to many. His amicable nature and friendly attitude enabled him to work harmoniously with others in every field of endeavor. Sam was a thoughtful and intelligent chap. Whenever he met a problem, he had a mature enough outlook to think it through and inevitably to conquer it. He wielded a very clever pen. Sam was one Senior whom we can never forget. Cadet Sergeant, Asst. Floor Chief, Ist of E , Editorial Staff of Recall , Editorial Staff of Shrapnel , 2 years, Quill and Scroll, Z years, Cadespians, 1 year, Senior Dance Committee, Manager A Swimming, 1 year.

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SENIORS WARREN S. BUSH WIRE 6702 Kennelh Avenue, Parma 29, Ohio 3 Years Warren was well liked by his compatriots at Western, for only after a brief acquaintance his enviable at- tributes could easily be discerned. He had an un- assuming manner that served to emphasize his quiet effectiveness and greatly enhanced his popular appeal. Warren was accepted as a fellow with scrupulous in- tegrity and principles, and was in fact, counted among the most loyal and trusted of his class. Cadet Master Sergeant, Asst. Floor Chief, 2nd of D , Senior Dance Committee, Shrapnel , 1 year, Honor Guard, 1 year, A Track, 1 year, B Basketball, 1 year, HC Basketball, 1 year, Softball, 1 year, Glee Club, 1 year, ff ... A Lis D Art Club, 1 year. '.-.,i,, get-ie-- . '1s '- 4 we- ROBERT N. CASE S794-Q, HENRY 103 Hollyridge Circle, Peoria, Illinois 2 Yeors Bob possessed the trait of inimitible enthusiasm. He delved wholeheartedly into any problem or project confronting him. This is a valuable asset anywhere and will aid Bob in all his endeavors. Bob has ridden the crest of campus life with an uninhibited ease that proved a source of driving encouragement for other cadets. Many times Bob has provided the spark that not infrequently enlivened an evening in the barracks or prodded the spirit of the Nj. V. basketball team. Cadet Sergeant First Class, Editorial Staff Sl1rapnel , 1 year, Senior Dance Committee, ul. V. Basketball, 1 year, B Basketball, I year, C Football, as x gal lil I year. DON E. COLLINS TOM Girard, Illinois 2 Yoon A good nature and drive are an admirable combi- nation of character for any individual. These two traits should enable Don to go far in his future life. He was a likable gent who contributed much to the campus life in its little jokes and its seriousness. Many a get-together has been made complete by his presence. His athletic abilities were clearly shown in his outstand- ing service with the varsity basketball team. He made an enviable record all the way around. Cadet Sergeant, A Basketball, 1 year, B Basketball, 1 year, Riding Club, 1 year. ...18...