Western Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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CLASS of l95 ROBERT WALTER SC HWARTZ Philyan 606 N. Main St., Edwardsville, lll. 2 Years Bob was just a two-year cadet, but in that time he accomplished more than many do in four years, because he was a superior fellow. His record shows that he excelled not only in athletics but also in academics, as well as in many other fields. We are proud to call him one of us. Cadet 2nd Lieut., Leader 2nd Platoon of A Co.,' Floor Chief, l.rt of D ,' Club 400, 2 year:,' MTO, 2 year.f,' Scholarxhip Medal, 2 yearty Top New Cadet Medal in '56,' Cade.fpian.r,' Senior Dance Comrnitteef A Football, 2 yeartg All-ABC tackle: A Soccer, 2 yeartg W Club, 2 yearly Vice-Prestdent of W Club, National Honor Society. JAMES ALAN SMITH Smitty 851 Hewitt St., Ann Arbor, Mich. IM Years Jim was active in many sports on the campus and proved his ability and courage. He found time to throw himself into many other proiects. He established a fine record for loyalty and service. PFC, Squad Leadery Floor Chief, 3rd of C ,' lQ0 Mile Club Medal, 2 year.r,' Cadetpiam, 1 year, Shrapnel Staff 2 years, Dance Cornrnitteef, 2 year.r,' A Trach, 2 yearn A Soccer, 1 year: Czar: Country and Team Captain, 1 year,' W Club, 1 year. A. uscoo U . P Route 4, Box 270, Texarkana, Ark. 2 Years Scoop made an unusual record for a two-year man. He participated in many activities and gained recognition in all. He was very popular with everyone. His greatest value was in sports and in military work. Cadet 2nd Lieftt., Platoon Leader in C Co.,' Asst. Floor Chief, lst of D ,' MTO, 1 year,' Junior and Senior Dance Cornrnitteesg Cadetpianx, I yearg B Football and Team Captain, 1 year: Varsity Soccer, 2 yeart,' Vanity Football, 1 yearg W Cluby National Honor Society. RONALD HERBERT TENNENBAUM Ten-ty 7525 Parkdale, Clayton 5, Mo. 2 Years No one will ever be able to say that Ronald did not work hard. He was a conscientious student and an outstanding cadet. Although rather quiet, he did his part and filled his place well wherever it was expected of him. Cadet Sgt., First Cla.r.f,' Platoon Sgt, 2nd Platoon of D Co.,' Ant. Floor Chief, 2nd of C , Senior Dance Committee, Bttxineu Staff of RECALL. 27

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SENIQRS JOSEPH GRANT RAFFETY Joe Boy Wyatt, MO. 2 Yea Southeast Missouri could not have had a better representative than Joe. As a Senin he rated tops with faculty and cadets for honesty, integrity, and character. He gave tl' impression of quiet reserve strength, tempered with a sense of humor. Cadet 2nd Lieut., Executive Officer of B Co.,' Floor Chief, 2nd of B , MT 0, 1 yet Cadespians, 1 year: Junior and -Senior Dance Comrnitteesg Business and Editorial Staffs of tl RECALL. ANTONIO MARQU EZ SALGADO Flaco Montes de Oca No. 6, San Luis Potosi, 2 Yea S.L.P., Mex. Antonio was one of the most amiable of our Mexican cadets, and he always had smile for everyone. He made a good record in the classroom and won many wam1 friend He also found time for activities. Cadet Sgt., Squad Leaders 100 Mile Club, 1 year. DENSIL DUER SCHIFFERDECKER Dewey 8ll6 w. . A sl., Belleville, Ill. 2M Yea Dewey is our boy. He was the best football player and chief groundgainer for tv years. His courage could only be matched by his modesty. He was a cadet who had fine character and a clean record. We salute this valuable member of the Senior Class. Cadet Sgt. lst Class and Guides Senior Dance Contmitteeg Business Staff of RECALL,' Bai 21,4 years,' Varsity Football, 2 yearsf Varsity Baseball, 3 years, IV Basketball, 1 year: W Club and Sec. of Club: Back of Week, Alton Area,' All-ABC Football, 2 yearsf All-ABC B45 ball, 2 years, Honorable Mention All-St. Louis District and Alton Area in Footballf Pigskl Taps Trophy, 2 years. DAVID R. SCHOENBACHER Sehgeg 4621 Prospect Ave., Downers Grove, lll. l Yet In one year Dave has become a friend to all and a valuable member of the Senior Clos He was outstanding in sports, especially football. He also cut a fancy figure at any cad dOFlCe: Varsity Football, 1 year,- IV Basketball, 1 year: W Club. 26 .

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SENICDRS LUTHER CALDWELL THOMPSON Luke 1201 Pine St., Eldorado, lll. 3 Ye: Luke's personality made him a charter member of every bull session. However, made valuable contributions to cadet life, especially in music 'and sports. He will warmly remembered long after this class has left the W.M.A. campus. Cadet 2nd Lieut.,' Band Drill In.ftruttor,' Floor Cbief, 5rd of A ,' Military Award Perxonal Appearanceg Band, 3 yearsg Firtt in Dixtrict and State Muxic Contestx, 2 year! eacb: '1 Cboraleerx, 1 year,' junior and Senior Dance Committeex: Croix Country. 1 yearg Swimming. yearJ,' Track, 2 yearx. RONALD ERN ESTO TOWNSON Ernie 16 Calle 3 -46 Zona 1, Guatemala City, Guatemalo, C.A. 2 Ye: Ernie was a handsome and gentlemanly cadet who had a fine career at Western. He g along with everybody and was a fine representative of his country. His classmates can wi him nothing but the best for the future, as he surely deserves it. Cadet Sgt. 1Jt Clan, Platoon Sgt.,' Riding Clubg Senior Dance Committee: Swimming Tea 1 year,' IV Track, 1 year,' 100 Mile Club, 1 year. JOHN VAN DAM Var 555 Overbrook Lane S.E., Grand Rapids, Mich. 1 Ye Van was a jovial person who made friends easily and was well like by his classmatn They regretted that their association was for only one year. Manager A Football Team, 1 year. FERNANDO GONZALO VILLALOBOS PiIIin' Mariano Otero 134, San Luis 2 Yea: Potosi, S.L.P., Mex, Here was a brilliant cadet who showed the way in academics, as he was always tops i his studies and made the Club 400. His mental ability and other fine traits are sure to wi great success in the future. Cadet Sgt, Guidon Bearer of C Co.,' Club 4005 IV Tennix, 1 year,' 100 Mile Club, year. 28