Western Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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SENIORS DALE EUGENE HOSTO “DALE” E. Clay St., Troy, 111. 4 Years The guy with a smile” was a fitting title to pin on jovial Dale llosto. He had a love and an appreciation for the lighter side of life that made him a wonderful companion. However, he had courage and fight, as was shown by his performances in football and soccer. In fact. Dale can point to steady progress in all departments of Western activity. Strong initiative seemed to top the character of a line cadet and a “great guy”. Cadet Captain ; Floor Chicj, 1st oj F” ; Shrapnel ” Staff, 1 year; Recall Staff , 2 years; Senior Dance Committee; If ” Club, 1 year; C ” Football, 2 years; B” Foot bait, 1 year; A ” Football, 1 year; D” Basketball, 1 year; B” Soccer, 1 year; A ” Soccer, l year; “ B” Baseball, 1 year; Soft bat l, 1 year. ARTHUR KENNETH JACKSON “OLEO” 4019 Shaw Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 3 Years Ken was one of the highest-ranking three-vear men in the Senior Class, for his ability won distinction in almost every field. He was a hard worker with a serious attitude, and his high grades kept him constantly on the honor roll. With his type of character and real capabilities, Ken is bound to get a fine reception wherever he goes. Cadet Second Lieulenant; Shrapnel ” Staff, 1 year; Cadespians, 3 years; Thespians, 2 years; Riding, 1 year; Senior Dance Com- mittee; Honor Guard, 1 year; B” Football, l year; J 1 ” Football, 1 year; Varsity Football, 1 year; Rifle Team, 2 years; B” Basketball, 1 year; J V” Basketball, 2 years. RICHARD CHARLES JANSKY “JAY” 6316 Ogden Ave., Berwyn, 111. 4 Years Jay was one of those individuals who stuck to what he thought was right. He was sincere and could count fidelity among his many fine character traits. Socially, Dick was at the top of the heap. In fact, Jansky piled up so many honors here that the only way to cover his career is to read the list of his achievements l elow ' . His sense of right and truth was remarkable, and he valued these above all else. Jay will l e one of the future lights of this class. Cadet Jfajor; Asst. Barracks Chief oj “ D” ; Shrapnel” , 2 years; President, Senior Class; If ' ” Club, 2 years. President, 1 year; 400” Club, 4 years, Vice-President, l year; Cadespians, 1 year; Thespians, 1 year; Senior Dance Committee Co-chairman; 400 Club .Medal, 1 year; Honor Guard, 3 years; B Baseball, 2 years; B” Football, 1 year; Varsity Football, 2 years; C” Basketball , 1 year; C” Football, l year; B” Basketball, l year; I arsity Basketball, 2 years; Captain I arsity Football Team; Pigskin laps Award; Second Team ABC Football; Recall Staff, 1 year; a- tional Honor Society; A” Baseball.

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CLASS OF 55 RALPH LOUIS HILL 6268 Loran, St. Louis. Mo. •PORK CHOPS 4 Years Ralph was a loyal and hard-working memlier of the Class of ‘55. When work was piling up. he always came with Ins care-free attitude, and it seemed that after he arrived, there was nothing else to do. Ilis even temper and winning smile demanded the respect and trust of his comrades. With his many tine qualities, Ralph will he heard from in the future. The liest of luck to him. Cadet Master Sergeant; Floor Clue , 2nd oj A ; Cadespians, 1 gear; R” Soccer, 2 years; Senior Dance Committee. JOE LEWIS HOLSEN “PUPPY” 420 E. Main St., Carmi, 111. 4 Years Coming to Western after his father and his brother l efore him, Joe has made an ex cellent record in every phase ol W.M.A. life. In four years here, he has risen quietly to the pinnacle of success. Pup”, as he was affectionately called hv his classmates, was ambitious and always strove for the l est. Ilis amiable nature won him hosts of friends. A consistent stalwart on the basketl all floor, Joe was always good for a sports discussion. We wish that there were more Holsens. Cadet Second Lieutenant; Floor ChieJ, Third oj C”; Sergeant- at-Arms, Junior Year; Captain oj Varsity Raskethatt team; Honor (iuard, 1 year; “C” Raskethatt, 1 year; “ R Raskelhalt, 1 year; “A Raskethatt , 2 years; “ C” Football , 2 years; R Football, 1 year ; “ R” Rasebalt, 1 year; Alt- ARC Raskethatt learn. ARCHIE W. HOOSER “DUCK” 815 W. Oak St., Carmi, 111. 4 Years In four years at Western, Archie excelled in everything that he attempted, and there wasn’t much that he didn’t attempt. Football, music, publications, school work, military — he gave his efforts to all. He had a great capacity for work. It is the opinion of all that Archie will make a great record in the future. Best of luck to the likable chap from Carmi. Cadet Captain; Xalional Honor Society; Asst. Rarracks ChieJ oj “E”; “ Shrapnel Staff, 5 years; Co-editor, 1 year; Rusiness and Editorial Staffs oj Recall”; Assoc. Editor oj Academic Section ; Cadespians, 5 years; Thespians, 2 years; Rand. 4 years; Rand Commander; Winner in music contests; Riding Club, 1 year; IF Club, 2 years; Senior Dance Committee; Club 400 Afedat, 2 years: Qui t and Scroll, 2 years; R” Football, 2 years; Varsity Football. 2 years; R Raskethatt , 2 years; R” Soi-cer, 1 year.

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CLASS OF ’ 5 5 JOSEPH L. JISKRA “JIS” 717 N. Seventh St., Petersburg, 111. 4 Years A serious student and a sincere friend, Joe has certainly made a name to he rememl ered at Western. His loyalty anti ag- gressive ability made him one of the most valuable meml»ers of the class. He was a mainstay on the swimming team, and his skill in baseball was noteworthy. Joe did good classroom work, but he also had time for fun. He made a record of which he and his classmates can l e proud. Cadet Second Lieutenant; Floor C iieJ, 2nd oj ”C” ; “Recall” Staff; Senior Dance Committee; Rand, years; Riding, 2 years; lop 10 per cent in military theory, 1 year; “ R” Rasehalt, 3 years; A” Rasehalt, 1 year; Shimming Team, 2 years. ROBERT J. M. KOCH “BOB” 2641 Edison Ave., Granite City, 111. 4 Years Bob was liked by everybody. He had great ambitions and worked hard to realize them. He was near the top in academics and had one of the best minds in the class. He was outstanding in all fields at Western. He showed intelligence and industry in everything that he did, and he possessed those intangible qualities of leadership. No one need wish Bob good luck; he will make his own. Cadet Captain, Adjutant; ” Recall ” Staff; Cadespians, 4 years; Rand, 3 years; “If” Club, 1 year; 400 Club, 3 years. President, 1 year; Senior Dance Committee; 400 Club and Rensselaer Physics Aicard; District Rand Contest, 1 year; Helicans, 3 years; “C” Football, 1 year; “ R” Foot bait, I year; Varsity Football, 1 year; ” R” Soccer, 2 years, Captain, 1 year; Salulalorian. FERNANDO LANKENAU ROCHO “LANK” Col. Mirador 107, Monterrey, N.L. Mex. 2 Years Fernando was one of the staunch memliers of the Latin-American group at Western. He achieved his goals with remarkable ease. Complete mastery of the English language was one of his ac- complishments. He was eager to help in any activity, and he won the friendship of every cadet at Western. He will lie greatly missed by his classmates. Cadet Sergeant ; Cadespians, 2 years; ”C” Football, 2 years; “ R” Tennis, 1 year. 29 —