Western Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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SENIORS DARSE EARLE CRANDALL -DOT” 3912 N. Francisco St., Chicago, 111. 4 Years Initiative, industry, and loyalty were outstanding in the character of Darse Crandall. His first and greatest love was stu- dent publications, and he devoted most of his spare time to them. He became co-editor of the “Shrapnel” and business manager of the Recall”, and his service was invaluable to both. He had real sincerity and a sense of duty. His success in many other phases of school life made him one of the most prominent mem- bers of the class. Seriousness combined with a sense of humor made him popular with everyone. Cadet First Lieutenant; ‘‘Shrapnel” , 4 pears; Co-editor oj the ‘‘Shrapnel ; Business .Manager oj the ‘‘Recall” ; Cadespians, 4 pears; Thespians, 2 pears; Jl Swimming, 1 pear; Varsity Swimming, 2 pears; Riding, 4 pears; “400 Club, 4 pears; Senior Dance Committee; .Military Fffuiencp Medal, 1 pear; Xationa! Honor Society: Quill and Scroll, 2 pears; Honor Guard, 1 pear; ‘‘Shrapnel .Medal, 2 nears. RUNT” Freeburg, 111. 4 Years Dewein was an esteemed member of the class for four years. He had an ability to get along with everybody and a genuine loyalty to the school. He made steady progress in military and school work, and for his size was just about the liest athlete at Western. He liked to serve, and he gave his energy with marked success to many activities. He was an all-round cadet who will always hold a top spot in the memories of his classmates. Cadet First Lieutenant; Floor Chief, 1st of B ; Recall Staff; “ Shrapnel Staff, 5 pears; Thespians, 2 pears; Cadespians, 2 pears; Senior Dance Committee; Quill and Scroll, 1 pear; Honor Guard, 2 pears; C Football, 2 pears; C” Basketball, 2 pears; “ B Basketball, 1 pear; A Basketball, 1 pear; B ' Tennis, 1 pear; A Tennis, 2 pears; Cross Country, 1 pear. THOMAS JERRY DUNBAR JERE” 1465 Washington Blvd., Birmingham, Mich. 3 Years Jerry was a talented individual who was well liked by all. His main interest was the golf team, and he was a star on teams that went to the state” after winning the “district” for several years. He spent many hours on the greens anil steadily liecame one ol the finest golfers at Western. In his quiet and friendly way, Jerry made a fine record. Cadet Sergeant; Riding, 1 pear; Swimming, 1 pear-. Golf, pears. — 24 — T7f s kMm GREGORY THOMAS DEWEIN

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CLASS OF 55 DAVID A. BENSON ' BENNY ' ’ 5781 Rogers Ave., Chicago, 111. 3 Years While at Western, Dave discovered something that started as a hobby, but it interested him so much that he will make a career of it. That was taxidermy. It revived his interest in everything. Ilis classmates will never forget his line exhibits and his skill in taxidermy. In addition, Dave was amiable and friendly, and he made his mark in many other activities. Dave will lie one of those who will lie remembered long after commencement. Cadet Master Sergeant ; Asst. Floor Chief, 1st oj “ C ; Shrapnel” Staff , 1 year; Cadespians, 1 year; Riding, 3 years; Hobby Clubs, 3 years; Senior Dance Committee; II” Football, I year; Varsity Track, 3 years; Cross Country, I year. ALLEN REISS BRIGHT SUNNY 2856 Broadway, Paducah, Ky. 3 Years Allen’s pleasing Southern accent and warm understanding won for him the reputation of lieing a line fellow. He was a diligent student and a true friend to everyone. Possessing a sensitive regard for what was right and important, he gained the respect of cadets and faculty. Always |iersevering and busy, Allen, nevertheless, had time to spend with his many friends and com- rades. Cadet Matter Sergeant; Asst. Barracks Chief oj C” ; Recall Staff: Shrapnel Staff, 2 years; Riding, 2 years; B” Football, l year; Jl ” Football, I year; Cadespians, 3 years; Honor Guard, I year; Senior Dance Committee. RICHARD DARRIE CARTER “CRATER D.” 2836 E. Markwardt Blvd., Joplin, Mo. 2 Years Richard was a cadet who accomplished much in his two years at Western. He was above the average in diligence and enthusiasm. He entered whole-heartedly into school activities and made his mark in many of them. Rich made a real and lasting contribution to the history of his class, and he will leave only friendly memories behind him at Western. Cadet Corporal: Recall ” Staff; Band and Bugle Band, 2 years: Hobby Ctub, 2 years; Riding, I year ; “C Football Team Mgr., 1 year; Chorus, I year.

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CLASS OF ’55 WILBUR HUGH ELAM “CY” Route 2, Auvasse, Mo. 2 Years Being somewhat on t lie quiet side did not stop VVilliur from making a fine two-year record at Western. He participated in many activities and gained success in all of them. He was a good athlete. Wilbur always went about his tasks smiling and happy. Truly it will be a long time before Western has a liner cadet than Wilbur Elam. Cadet Sergeant First C lass; Asst. Floor Chief: 3rd oj “C ; Senior Dame Committee; I arsitg Football, I gear; “If Club, 1 gear; If” basketball. I gear; “,ll basketball, l gear; ” b” baseball, 1 gear. LEO A. FISHER, III. SKIP” 7552 Wydown, Clayton 5, Mo. 4 Years Just to say that he was a “regular guy” is an under-estimate of Leo’s character. It is true that he always greeted everyone with a smile and had a tale to tell. But more than that, he was a diligent student and a conscientious friend to everyone. We can never forget how “Skip ' s” humorous interpretations of campus life chased away our blues. Leo’s classmates wish 100 per cent that he will have a happy and successful future. Cadet .Master Sergeant; “ Shrapnel ’ Staff , 2 gears; Recall Staff; Cadespians, 2 gears; Senior Dance Committee. JACK STANLEY FISHMAN JAG” 7441 Tulane, University City, Mo. 5 Years Jack was another veteran five-year man in the class. His contribution to the class was friendship, something that cannot be bought. His reliability and willingness to work made him invaluable in many projects. Jack was rated as one of the most loyal and trusted of the Senior Class. Cadet Sergeant First Class; “ Recall business Staff; Senior Dance Committee; “ Shrapnel ” Circulation Staff, 1 gear; Chorus, 2 gears; “ D” Football, l gear; “ b” Football, l gear; . I football, 1 gear; “C” basketball, I gear; “JV” Wrestling, 2 gears.