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TAPS STAFF Dave Hill, Editor Tim Adams, Business Mgr. Chad Davis, Chief Photographer WRITERS-Roger Anderson, Matt Benne, Bob Conklin, Dean Davison, Jeff Pool. PHOTOGRAPHER-Don Hand ADVISER—Lt. John Foster

Cover Design by Bob Cole

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REGISTRATION-Lt. Col. Joe Bailey and Dan Lesinski welcome Brad Lampl and his parents to M.M.A. during the first day of registration for the 1974-75 school year.

School opening blends old boys, new friends New friends, new faces, old boys and traditions blended in harmony to open the 1974-75 school year. Living and learning at M.M.A. all began in a September rush. After a busy summer of preparations, the first to arrive were members of the var sity football team. Next to come were the new boys and last, the old boys. When the roll was called, over 290 boys answered— the highest number in five years. On hand to greet the corps were the

cadet officers. Dan Lesinski took command of the corps while David Mueller and James Smith were leaders in the Junior School. Also arriving for the first time were five new teachers who assumed duties in the classrooms and a new assistant SAI who be gan a tour of duty in the military depart ment. All was in readiness for the corps to move briskly into a program of training and studying.

WORK AND PLAY—Jim Wolach, above, and fellow cadets spent much of the first week concentrating on tests and training. But a welcomed break ended the week as

d THE PROG RAM-New boys found life at M.M.A. to be demanding, but rewarding and challenging. Above, Jeff Jorishic gets a pointer on saluting—a common practice on campus. At left, Scott Henderson grips the pull-up bar during physical training tests held on a warm afternoon on the upper athletic field.

the corps relaxed at the first mixer where Billy Jones, below, found sympathetic company.

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TV COVERAGE-A camera operator from KCBJ-TV in Columbia films the Dad’s Day reviewing party as fathers form in a line.

RECEPTION-Cadets, accompanying guests and parents, arc introduced in the receiving line at the Dad’s Day Ball.

Dad’s Weekend provides first influx of visitors M.M.A.’s first major activity in the fall came on Oct. 11-13 when over a thousand visitors convened on campus for traditional Dad’s Weekend festivities. The honored guests formed a reviewing party to inspect the corps which later held individual drill-down competition. Campus visitors also saw the varsity Colonels defeat the MSD Eagles and witnessed Junior School and company league football games. Parents also became acquainted with the Academy’s aca demic program during two sessions set aside for parents to talk with their sons’ teachers. For entertainment, Sonny Lefholz struck up his band for the Dad’s Weekend Ball held in the gymnasium. Despite threatening weather most of the weekend, most of the scheduled activities were carried out without a hitch and portions of the weekend were televised by a Columbia television station which sent a crew to cover the festivities. The weekend culminated with an awards ceremony in the Field House on Sunday afternoon.

IN CONFERENCE-Lt. Stuart Smith, biology instructor, chats with Dr. and Mrs. A. O. Tetzlaff about their son, Augic.

al FAMILY VISIT-The Lawrence family gathers for a visit on the front steps of the Administration Building.

CHEERING SECTION-Rich Lynch perches atop the shoulder of Kaj Carlson to lead the pep rally cheering for the MSD football game.

Cadet life was an on-going affair While campus visitors came and went, cadet life was an on-going af

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Between classes and military training, a full schedule of extracurric ular activities occupied the corps—band and Fusileer practice, Dramateers and Glee Club rehearsals and an endless list of class and group meetings and assemblies. But the long hours of practice paid off, both on and off-campus. The Marching Band and Fusileers opened their schedules at the University of Missouri Homecoming Parade. The Marching Band also won cheers at the Mark Twain Band Festival in Hannibal and later teamed with the Fusileers in two Christmas Parades on consecutive days—one in St. Louis and the other in Jefferson City. On campus, the Dramateers staged their first production of the year with “Twelve Angry Men” while the Glee Club performed the cantata “Joseph” at a special Vesper service. Cadet life, however, wasn’t lacking for lighter moments. An open menu in the dining hall was at stake when table carvers competed in the Halloween pumpkin decoration contest. And everyone took a well-deserved rest during Fall Furlough in November—the first open weekend of the school year.

\w f IN STEP-The Fusileers, above, drill in step at the University of Missouri Homecoming Parade in Columbia. At right, Major John Reddick awards the brain cord to Jim Waters, Jeff Pool and Cesare Chiaradonna.

BAND FESTIVAL-The Marching Band blares away at the Mark Twain Band Festival in Hannibal.

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FROM THE CLASSROOM—A solitary squirrel gathers nuts on the front campus as seen from the Academic Building.

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Homecoming surprise honors Col. Cherches M.M.A.’s traditional Homecoming was the setting for both alumni and the Academy to pay tribute to Lt. Col. Paul Cherches. M.M.A.’s long-time director of music. Completing his 25th year of service, Col. Cherches was honored at a surprise half-time ceremony before hundreds of alumni and friends. And part of the surprise included a 35member “old boy” band which formed up and marched onto the field playing “For He's a Jolly Good Fellow” and other songs of tribute. A banner commemorating Paul Cherches Day was pre sented to the Colonel who also was promoted to his new rank on a citation read during the ceremonies. Later in the day the M.M.A. alumni association presented a plaque in Col. Cherches’ name to be given annually to the best all-around cadet in Band Company. Other Homecoming highlights included the barracks decoration contest won by Junior School cadets for the first time in a number of years. Also featured during the weekend was a rousing Homecoming victory by the varsity Colonels over the Westran Hornets.

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DRILL DOWN—The best of the alumni compete against the best of the cadets in drill down competi tion, above, judged by Bob Weaver. At right, a “mad doctor” from Delta welcomes visitors to the company for the barracks decoration contest, and below, Charles Manly whips up support for the varsity Colo nels in the Homecoming game.

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HONOR CLASSES-Members of the 1924-29 classes and other alums review the corps above with Col. Stribling and Dan Lesinski in the lead.

PAUL CHERCHES DAY-Tim Champlin and alumnus Jerry Trump present a ban ner proclaiming Paul Cherches Day at Homecoming ceremonies, above, while Col. Strib ling and Mrs. Cherches, below, pin new rank insignia on Col. Cherches’ uniform.

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Wintry weather returns after furlough No sooner did the corps return from an all-too-short fur lough than wintry January weather set in. A heavy snow gave ca dets a chance to romp in the white stuff on the outside, but most of the main attractions were on the inside. The Board of Visitors convened in early February for its annual meeting while Bob Cole swept three divisions in the Epple Art Contest. Plans for the traditional Valentine Ball culminated with the crowning of Miss Becky Haggerty as queen of the ball by the Junior Class and Miss Missouri of 1975. Michelle Marshall.

WINTER SCENE-The start of the heaviest snow storm of the year begins to accumulate on the front campus, at right. Below, Cadet Council representative James Smith chats with John H. McHenry, ’42, during a meeting of the Board of Visitors.

Also after furlough came notification that the Drum and Bugle Corps was officially designated as the official state drum and bugle corps by the American Revolution Bicentennial Com mission of Missouri. The unit celebrated the distinction with a sparkling performance with the Fusileers at a University of Mis souri basketball half-time show, receiving a standing ovation. A brief respite in the wintry weather came at the end of February when a group of cadets departed for a Caribbean cruise on the Academy’s Educational Tour.

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VALENTINE BALL-Paul Gant, president of the Junior Class, escorts Miss Missouri of 1975, Michelle Marshall, through the arch of sabers at the traditional Valentine Ball, at left. At top left, Keith Weaver braves the elements on MP duty during a home basketball game. At top right. Mark Dunn and Dave Ingraham lounge in the sun during the Ed Tour while Kaj Carlson relaxes with a skating jaunt on ice-clad Tear drop Lake, above.

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BICENTENNIAL FLAG-The American Revo lution Bicentennial Flag, above, waves on the Academy flagpole after being presented to the Drum and Bugle Corps. At top right, cadets and dates attending the Tulip Ball dance to rock music for the first time at a traditional ball. At center right, the Glee Club and Concert Band harmonize at the Pop Concert while ca det mothers, bottom right, pin flowers to their sons’ uniforms. At right, Col. Robert C. Crow ley, chief of the G.I. inspection team, reviews an honor guard which greeted the visiting offi cers.

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Springtime means hectic days Springtime at M.M.A.js like no other season of the year. While fall starts with a flourish, April and May are just plain hectic. Pre-Easter celebrations marked the opening of Spring. And then the frantic preparations for G.I. began. The hard work was well-rewarded as the corps scored the highest percentage in three years. Meanwhile, the Fusileers also entered their busi est time of the year. Although the drill team fell to second place in state competition after 10 con secutive wins, the unit later took second place in

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the Illinois national meet. The senior class sponsored the traditional Tulip Ball in April and for the first time ever, cadets and their dates danced to rock music at a formal ball. Mary Greteman inaugurated rock music as queen of the ball. The last big weekend before Commencement was Mother’s Day with flower-pinning ceremonies and a review during which cadets trooped by in tribute to their mothers.

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Commencement finally arrives And at long last, the big day arrived for seniors-Commencement. The culmination of a busy year began with a series of banquets where scores of awards were presented to seniors as well as to underclassmen. Missouri Gov. Christopher S. Bond delivered the prin cipal address before 47 seniors and nearly 2,000 visitors at tending Commencement weekend activities. Top awards went to three seniors. Dan Lesinski was voted the Hooten Fellowship Trophy as the cadet most valuable to the school. Lesinski also was inducted into the Legion of Honor, becoming only the 68th cadet to receive the Academy’s highest honor. Tom Wittman was declared valedictorian of the Class of ’75 and won the Wall Cup for service, leadership, char acter and scholarship. Rocky Adkins was named to the Red Ireland Trophy for Fighting Heart and to the Alumni Assn. Plaque for the cadet most likely to succeed. Scott Henderson won the W. Wallace Fry Speech Contest while Bob Cole was awarded the Churchill Memori al Plaque. Just before seniors were awarded their diplomas, the graduating class was saluted at Senior Review where Dan Lesinski, outgoing battalion commander, passed the cere monial sword to Paul Gant, battalion commander-designate for 1975-76. And then, only one formation remained.

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SENIOR REVIEW—Col. Charles Stribling III, Academy president, salutes the senior class above at Senior Review. At left, Col. Stribling offers congratulations to Dan Lesinski on his selection to the Legion of Honor. At right, Gov. Bond troops the line with the reviewing party during Commencement weekend. Below right, the 1975-76 battalion staff, Paul Gant and Kevin Hamlett, passes in review in honor of graduating seniors. Below, senior officers lead the grand march at the Final Ball while at be low left, Tom Wittman receives his diploma and congratulations as valedictorian of the Class of’75.

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Au Revoir means farewell The bittersweet ending of the school year came with Au Revoir. The corps gathered for the last time on front campus for a final round of handshakes and farewells, many for the last time. For seniors, it was a time to be glad—the end of their days at M.M.A. But it also was a time to be sad. The long friendships developed over the years were hard to say goodbye to. Their lives would never be the same. The tide of emotions flowed into Teardrop.

NEW LEADER-Dan Lesinski, outgoing BC, above, passes the ceremonial saber to Paul Gant, battalion commander designate for next year. At left, cadet officers gather for a final round of handshakes just before the command of “Dismissed” launches the corps toward Teardrop.

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JUST RESTING-Neal Arnold, above, finds a relaxing spot to sun on a warm spring day. Below, Tom Wittman stands in front of Al pha Barracks with the first platoon while John Calhoun stands with the second platoon at right.

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WORK AND PLAY-Mark Dunn at left shakes a leg during the first mixer of the year. At top, Pat Sweeney dons non-regs outside the company in preparation for G.l. Above, Roger Anderson portrays a doomed Westran Hornet in Alpha’s Homecoming decoration dis play.

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FIRST PARADE-Band activities during the school year began at the University of Missouri Homecoming Parade in September at right. At far right, members of the company staff pose in front of the barracks. From left are Tony King, Bob Weaver, Tim Champ lin, Lt. Col. Paul Cherchcs, company counselor, Don Powell and Mike Warman.

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SURPRISE-Senior Tom Zindlcr is caught by surprise for a candid shot in his room in above photo. At right, Alan Huenefcld does his specialty on the drums while at far right, Ken Baker is congratulated by Col. Stribling for winning drill-down competition during Homecoming activities.

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Band Company had it together this year

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Band Company had it all together in 1974-75. Under Tim Champlin’s leadership, Charlie was selected Honor Company of the year based on supremacy in academic and military judging. Officers in the company were Bob Weaver and Mike Warman while Don Powell was ranking NCO at the end of the year behind Paul Gant who was named battalion com mander-designate for the coming school year. Jeff Crain was drum major and Ron Castle was chief bugler for the battalion. Band Company was the most traveled of the units with appearances at several off-campus parades and half time shows where bandsmen were praised for their consis tently outstanding performances. Another highlight in the year came in January when the Drum and Bugle Corps was selected as Missouri’s offi cial Drum and Bugle Corps for the state’s Bicentennial cele bration. Despite a busy schedule of performances and daily practices, Charlie fielded respectable teams in all sports and even took second place in the highly competitive football league with a bare minimum of players. When music awards were presented at the end of the year, Ken Baker was tabbed for the Excellence in Music Award while Paul Gant was the first recipient of the Cherches Plaque that is presented to the best all-around cadet in Band Company. 29

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f/ TOUGH GUY-Bob Weaver tries to keep a straight face while making a point with Alan Huencfcld in above photo. At right, Weaver stands with Band’s second platoon and at top right, Don Powell stands with the first platoon.

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_y -i PEP RALLY—Tim Champlin strikes up the band at a rally for the football Colonels in above photo. At left, Phillips. Baker and Huenefeld perform at Homecoming in front of the barracks. Below, Band parades past the reviewing stand with the Honor Company banner.

TREATMENT-An unwitting victim gets the treat ment during Homecoming follies in above photo. At left, Delta residents show respect for MPs who quell a friendly disturbance near the company. At right, Tom Moulder stands with members of Delta’s second platoon.

COMPANY STAFF—Members of the Echo staff in photo at right are. from left, Ken Berkhoff, Rocky Adkins, Major James Marley, company counselor, Kent Blosser, Tim Adams, and Capt. David Steinmetz, company counselor. In photo be low, David Kasper finds a spot to rest during a visit to Six Flags with fellow fresh men. 7

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MIGHTY HEAVE-Oscar Toulct at left, launches a long toss during recruit tests in September. Above, Rich Lynch and roommate Kaj Carlson duck into their room following another escapade on the first floor. At right, Tim Adams stands with members of Echo’s first platoon.

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Echo excelled in many areas

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By far. Echo Company had the largest cadet popu lation of all the barracks and equally important, Echo had perhaps the largest number of “free spirits.” Rocky Adkins was commander with Ken Berkhoff, Kent Blosser and Tim Adams as floor chiefs. NCO leaders in the barracks included juniors Kevin Hamlett and Sam Markuly who were designated officers for the next school year. Echo housed some of the best athletes in the school both in varsity and company leagues. Rich Lynch was named top athlete of the year and was a tri-captain of the football and co-captain of the wrestling teams. Adkins was captain of the basketball teams and MVP. Academically, Echo excelled in all classes with Adams and Adkins leading the way as the No. 2 and 3 cadets in the senior class. Other frequent fourragere winners included Jeff Pool, Ron Block, Phil Groenweghe, Benny Veldkamp, Don Hand, Doug Kruse, Augie Tetzlaff and Markuly.

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EL SOMBRERO—One of Echo’s Latin American cadets was ready for Mexican night at the dining hall in above photo. At right stands Echo’s third platoon with Ken Bcrkhoff in front while at top right is Sam Markuly and Echo’s second platoon.

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NEW COMMANDER-Rich Hall, following in his brother’s footsteps, leads Echo past the reviewing stand in above photo. At left, Rudopho Trujillo mugs it for the photographer. Below, Keith Schenewcrk is congratulated as the best-drilled old boy during Dad’s Day while his parents proudly look on.

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The Final S.O. HEADQUARTERS CORPS OF CADETS MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Mexico, Missouri 14 May 1975

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Upon the recommendation of the promotion board, the following appointments are hereby authorized in the Corps of Cadets: All previous appointments are rescinded. a. b.

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To be Cadet Major: Lesinski To be Cadet Captain: Mortenson; Adkins; Champlin; Shropshire; Ham, R. To be Cadet First Lieutenant: Weaver, R.; Berkhoff; Moulder; Blosser; Wittman To be Cadet Second Lieutenant: Tremari; Warman; Lavery, G.; Speicher; Molina To be Cadet Sergeant Major: Gant (Battalion Commander Designate for 1975-76) To be Cadet Master Sergeant: Harbor (Alpha Company Commander Designate 1975-76); Waters, J. (Floor Commander Designate Echo A Company: Company 1975-76); Kaufman (Battalion Mess Officer Designate 1975-76) Powell; Crain (Charlie Company Commander Designate 1975-76) C Company: Gunter; Hall (Echo Company Commander Designate 1975-76) D Company: Adams; Markuly; (Delta Company Commander Designate 1975-76); Hamlett (Battalion Adjutant Designate E Company: 1975-76) To be Cadet Sergeant First Class: Greiner; Arnold; Benne A Company: Castle (NCO1C Drum & Bugle Corps) C Company: Vlahek E Company: To be Cadet Staff Sergeant: A Company: Dunn; King, G. C Company: Halmich; Haberman, A.; Jones, M.; Merick; Carlstead, S. E Company: Lavery, T.; Cliiaradonna To be Cadet Sergeant: Whaley; Garza, J.; Riess A Company: C Company: Wise; Coultas (Drum Major); Jackson; Mason D Company: Jones, T.; Easton; Minnigerode; Pye; Cole, B.; Jones, B. E Company: Casso, R.; Veldkamp; Davis; Pool; Lynch, R.; Carlson; Shiels To be Cadet Corporal: A Company: Yoest; Weaver, K.; Siebert; Jadwin; Vidor; Griffith; Kelley; Rockenstein; Waters, C.; Warnock; Mulligan; Carrico; Anderson; Williams, D.; Bruns; Toussaint Parker; King, A.; Luckinbill; Zindler; Bass; Ernest; Baker; Pliillips; Jorishie; Cole, J.; Johnson, M. C Company: Matteson; Speese; Cathcart; Hill D Company: E Company: Lindwedel;Tetzlaff; Adler; Prieto; Block; Elizondo; Lanham; Manly, C.; Rose;Conklin;Schenewerk; Keenan; Tweedie; Podgorski; Vaughn; Trujillo, H.; Girvin To be Cadet Private First Class (listed alphabetically): Alvarez; Bekins; Blunck; Canella; Carlstead, D.; Casso, A.; Cota; Davila; Davison; Dean; Duran; Earl; Eichelmann; Esrock; Fairbanks; Fletcher; French; Garza, R.; Gay; Groenweghe; Hamm, B.; Hand; Hanson, D.; Harrelson; Heimos, G.; Henderson; Henson, J.; Higgins; Hodes; Hudson, J.; Hudson, R.; Humfeld; Hyams; James, W.; Jones, M.T.; Jones, N.; Kasper; Kenderish;Kiefer, K.S.; Kiss; Kruse; Laursen; Lowenstein; Lawrence, C.; Ledford; Little; Lomax; Lynch, G.;McAfee; Manly, S.; Matthews; Mattingly; Mesta; Morales; Mostar, C.; Murphy; Navrat; Nedblake; Ohlemueller; Pardo; Porragas; Rapps; Russell; Schnitzler; Schulz; Sherry; Stevens; Swanson; Tankersley;Taylor, M. Taylor, T.; Toulet, A.; Urness; Wallace; Ward; Weaver, M.; Webber; Wolach; Wopart; Zang.

Distribution: 0 Parents Permanent File

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John B. Starke, LTC USA (Ret) Commandant of Cadets

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ACADEMICS & ADMINISTRATION

MANY ROLES-Col. Charles Stribling III, Academy president, performed many and varied duties as school head. Above, Col. Stribling points out campus features to members of the Missouri Independent Schools Assn.

Experienced team directs Academy The Academy’s experienced administra tive team continued to guide the school throughout 1974-75 as Col. Charles Stribling III, Academy president, com pleted his seventh year as head of the school. Only one notable change was found in the administration. Major Ronald Kelly, formerly the high school biology instruc tor, became director of admissions at the beginning of the year. Lt. Col. John Starke continued to serve as commandant of cadets while Lt. Col. Joe Bailey, second in tenure only to Col. C. R. Stribling, Jr., functioned as director of

athletics. Lt. Col. and Mrs. Orrval Maupin di rected quartermaster operations and Major John Reddick completed his second year as director of studies. Lt. Col. Paul Cherches, director of music, completed his 25th year at the school and was honored during Homecoming festivities. At the end of the year, Major Thomas O’Brien retired as business education in structor after 13 years of service to M.M.A. and was honored by fellow teachers at a picnic at Mismilaca.

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NEW DIRECTOR—Major Ronald Kelly, chatting with first-year cadets Brad Lampl and Scott Henderson in photo at left, entered his first year as director of admis sions. Below, Major John Reddick, director of studies, takes time from his schedule to sit in on a class.

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OLD TIMES—Col. C. R. Stribling Jr., chairman of the board, discusses old Colo nel football victories with alumni Dan Briggs in above photo. Col. Stribling growth of whiskers during the school year came to the delight and surprise to many visiting alumni during Homecoming. At left, Lt. Col. John Starke, commandant of cadets, handles queries from an incoming recruit.

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IN THE CLASSROOM—Lt. Roger Plumskcy, in upper left photo, reads along with students in his senior literature class. Above, Lt. Edward Moseley goes over grades with cadet parents during Dad’s Weekend conferences. At left, Capt. David Denton stresses a point behind his classroom door. Capt. Denton, M.M.A.’s regular Spanish instructor, also tutored new Latin American cadets in English to enable them to progress in other academic courses.

English courses become favorites English grammar and literature courses at the Academy quickly became favorite subjects for most of the corps thanks to the popular teaching team in the English Department in 1974-75. Lt. Roger Plumskey, faculty adviser of At Ease, M.M.A.’s literary magazine, was named head of the English Department at the begin ning of the year and coordinated activities and plans of the English staff. Also teaching English on a full-time basis were Lt. Col. Courtney Durham and Lt. Edward Moseley. Rounding out the English team were three other teachers who combined English courses with other subjects. Lt. Robert Fedora, Latin and French instructor, and Lt. Clayton Ramsay, geography instructor, were both firstyear men. Also teaching English to Latin American cadets was Capt. David Denton, M.M.A.’s Spanish instructor. PROMOTION—One of the highlights of the 197475 year for Lt. Col. Courtney Durham came in No vember when he received notice of promotion in the Army reserves. In below photo, Mrs. Sue Durham pins new insignia to his uniform while Col. Charles Stribling III looks on. Above, new teacher Lt. Robert Fedora hands out assignments to an eagerly-awaiting class.

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Social studies covers wide area Social studies courses covered a wide area ranging from geography to physchology to modern American liistory, providing both re quired and elective courses. Capt. John Hegwein continued as head of the department and was economic and govern ment instructor. Major Kenneth Mortenson, assistant com mandant and Fusileer supervisor, doubled as MT III instructor and modern American history instructor.

Lt. Col. Joe Bailey challenged cadets in three liistory classes while Lt. Col. Paul Cherches, di rector of music, took time off each day to teach the ever-popular humanities course. Newcomer Lt. Clayton Ramsay combined teaching duties in both geography and English. And Capt. David Steinmetz instructed the widest range of courses. In addition to psychol ogy, he also taught consumer math and algebra, proving his reputation for versatility.

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CONFERENCE—Lt. Clayton Ramsay discusses ac ademic progress of a cadet with parents during confer ences scheduled during Dad’s Weekend in above photo. At right, Lt. Col. Paul Cherches, director of music, strikes a familiar pose on the bandstand during an in formal session. Col. Cherches also instructed the hu manities class, one of the more popular electives offered to cadets.

CAPITOL VISITORS-Capt. John Hegwein and 1 photo, browse through displays in the Capitol Museum during a trip to.Jefferson City to observe the state legislature in session. At upper right, Col. Charles Stribling III listens attentively to remarks made by Major Kenneth Mortenson during the annual Fusilecr Banquet. At right, Lt. Col. Joe Bailey congratulates Rich Lynch as athlete of the year at Commencement exercises.

Major Marley math chairman M.M.A.’s mathematics department was chaired by Major James Marley who taught three algebra courses and college prep math as well as handling duties as the Academy’s choral director. Capt. Raymond Campbell was the principal geo metry instructor although Major Reddick taught one section in this area. Also in the math department were Capt. David Steinmetz and first-year instructor, Lt. Dan Beeson. Capt. Steinmetz instructed algebra and a class in con sumer math while Lt. Beeson taught pre-algebra courses. Tim Adams again proved to be the most proficient cadet in math, scoring the highest in the high school on the national math achievement test for the second year in a row.

s MATH CONFERENCE-Capt. Raymond Campbell, veteran of the Academj mathematics department, chats with cadet parents during a conference early in the school year. Capt. Campbell taught geometry and advance math classes during the year.

NEW TEACHERS—Two new teachers in the science department joined Lt. Waldo Roberts. At left, Lt. Stuart Smith, who also was coach of the varsity swimming team, speaks at the winter sports banquet. Above, Lt. Dan Beeson answers a question in his electronics course which was one of the most popular electives of fered to the corps.

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PAPERWORK—Lt. Waldo Roberts, science and chemistry teacher, shows the work of one cadet to his parents in above photo. At left, Capt. David Steinmetz, who coaches three varsity sports, shares a smile with Mike Harbor of the tennis squad.

Two teachers join science department Probing test tubes and microscopes and learning seemingly impossible equations comes under the heading of the Academy’s science department. Lt. Waldo Roberts, science and chemistry instructor, was joined by two new teachers in the department at the start of the school year. Lt. Stuart Smith instructed four sections of biology for the large sophomore class which found numerous fascinating items in the biology lab to explore. Lt. Dan Beeson instructed physics in addition to two math courses. Lt. Beeson also taught a popular elective course—electronics—which provided many fun hours of ex periments with bells and buzzers.

FACULTY-With Missouri Gov. Christopher S. Bond and other distinguished guests, the M.M.A. faculty mounts the stage at Commencement in above photo. At right, Col. Charles Stribling III awards a certificate of appreciation to Major Thomas O’Brien who retired at the end of the 1974-75 school year.

M.M.A. staff provides many services In addition to M.M.A.'s regular classroom study program, several other specialized instructors taught classes or provided services to cadets. Evening classes were offered in both mechanical drawing and drivers education. Mr. Don Bristow gave expert instruction to cadets enrolled in the mechanical drawing course while Mr. Jim Valentik instructed drivers training both in the classroom and on the road. Library services were provided again this year by Mrs. Nadine Helwig and Mrs. Carolyn Johnson whose duties included ordering new titles and arranging current periodicals. Mr. Dave Loucks completed his second year in charge of dining facilities and took delight in arranging speciality nights. The Academy maintenance staff was supervised by Mr. Ray

West and Mr. Dallas Osterhout was barber. Cadet records were handled by a host of secretaries. Mrs. Mary Kehl kept academic records in the director of studies’ of fice. The business office staff under Mrs. Madge Graham included Mrs. Sara Heberer, Mrs. Dale Sumpter and Mrs. Barbara Stuart. Dr. H. Peter Ekern was Academy physician and his nursing staff of Mrs. Pauline McCoy and Mrs. Russell Chaney dispensed medication at the infirmary. Cadet clothing was carefully tailored by Mrs. Nina Erisman and Mrs. Nina Andrews. The M.M.A. family also included the single woman faculty member-Mrs. Jann Higgins who instructed both high school and Junior School art classes.

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SENIORS

CLASS OFFICERS-Senior class officers in photo at right are. from left, Jackie Shropshire, Dan Lesinski, Capt. Wayne Bradford, sponsor, Rob Ham and Troy Jones. At center, senior of ficers and the corps present arms at Au Revoir. Below, Dan Lesinski crowns Miss Mary Grctcman as queen of the Tulip Ball.

Seniors set school spirit The spirit of any school is an essential part of the learning process. It is the undefinable quality that can often mean the difference between a mediocre year and one which will live in the memories of all in years to come. And although no one owns this spirit, there is one group which sets the tone of the school year. This is the group which has worked the longest to realize its goals and to reap the rewards of success. Just as true at any school, the spirit at M.M.A. belongs to members of the senior class. Many began their careers together as freshmen, some sooner, some later. But in the end, they have come together after years of work, play and living a life in which they are known as cadets. But Graduation is only the beginning for the new-old boys. Ahead lies new ways of learning and new paths to explore on the road to life.

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Daniel N. Lesinski As the tallest cadet on campus, Les looked and acted like a cadet leader and easily fit the mode of battalion com mander in his senior year. His leadership qualities also car ried over in athletics where he was a tri-captain on the football team. Dan also excelled in basketball and baseball winning a total of 11 varsity letters during his career at M.M.A. A five-year cadet from the Junior School, he often was quiet and courteous in front of strangers, but among his many friends on campus, he joined in on the fun. At the end of the school year, Les received numerous awards and capped off his career by being inducted into the Legion of Honor—the school’s highest honor.

Hometown: St. Louis, Mo. Varsity football 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4, tricaptain 4; varsity basketball 1,2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; varsity baseball 1,2,3, 4; lettered 1,2,3,4; Cadet Council 2, 4, chairman 4;M Club 2,3,4,secretary 4; Fusileers 2,3,4, commander 4; Bi centennial Committee 4; Maroon Bar 1,2,3,4; Soldier’s Bar 2,3,4; Superior Cadet 4; class president 2,4; Gov. John M. Dalton Prize for Governmen tal Affairs; Col. Jerome G. Harris Cup for most soldierly qualities; Most Valuable MT IV; Babe Ruth Sports manship Award; Don Hooten Fellow ship Cup; battalion commander; 68th cadet inducted into Legion of Honor.

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i Lesinski accepts Legion of Honor Plaque from Col. Charles Stribling III.

Lesinski receives Don Hooten Fellowship Cup at Commencement.

Timothy Joseph Adams Tim will probably be best remembered for his diligence and hard work while at M.M.A. He participated in many areas, but took most pride in his accomplishments in math and journalism. He was co-editor of the Eagle for two years and covered most of the Colonel football games. Tim repeated as top scorer on the national math achievement test his senior year and made plans to become an insurance actuary when he finished college.

Hometown: Urbandale, Iowa. Varsity track 2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; cross country 4; company basketball 1,2,3, 4; lettered 1; Delta Phi 1,2,3,4; Li brary Board 2,3,4; Military Wreath and Star 2,3; Publications 1,2,3,4; Eagle co-editor 3,4; Dramatcers 3; At Ease 4; Vespers reader 2,3,4; out standing junior English student; National Assn, of Math and Actuaries Award 3,4; Slide Rule for proficiency in math; Lyle C. Wilson Scroll for Journalism; Eagle Honor Medal; Delta Phi Honor Award;class salutatorian.

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Just the facts, sir.

Oakleigh Randall Adkins III Rocky was one of the busiest cadets in the corps his senior year. In addition to commanding Echo, he belonged to numerous organizations. A keen athletic competitor, Rocky rebounded from a knee injury his junior year to resume his phenomenal basketball career at M.M.A. and finished as one of the Colonels’ all-time leading scorers and rebounders. Rocky was recognized for his talent and popularity by being awarded the Alumni Assn. Plaque for the cadet most likely to succeed. Hometown: Chandlerville, Ill. Varsity football 1,3; lettered 3; varsity bas ketball 1,2,4; lettered 1,2,4; captain 2,3,4; varsity track 1,2,3; lettered 1,2,3; captain 2,4; most valuable track 2; most valuable basketball 4; company football 2; lettered 2; most valuable back 2; varsity baseball 4, lettered 4; best freshman athlete; M Club 1,2,3,4; president 4; Delta Phi 1,2,3,4; Military Wreath and Star 2; Soldier’s Bar 4; Alumni Assn. Plaque; Red Ireland Trophy for fighting heart; Delta Phi vice president 4; Delta Phi Honor Award; Echo Com pany Commander.

Friends are forever.

Rocky

James Neal Arnold Neal came to be known as one of the top pranksters on campus and was well known for putting shaving cream and brooms in the beds of fel low cadets friend and foe alike. On the drill field, however, Neal was one of the best. He received second place in individual drill competition at the University of Missouri Drill Meet his senior year and a week later won 11th place in the national drill meet at the University of Illinois. Hometown: Kearney, Mo. Varsity swimming 2; varsity rifle 4; company football 2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; all-star 4; Glee Club 2,3,4; state music contest 2,3,4; expert rifle 3,4; color guard 3,4; Presidential Classroom 4; Fusilccr 2,3,4; 11th place, National Drill Meet, 4; Presidential Inaugural Parade 2.

Big deal, huh?

Neal

Babe

Kenneth Ray Berkhoff Babe followed in the footsteps of his brother and father who were both alumnus of the Academy. He rose to the rank of officer and was a platoon and floor commander in Echo his senior year. A three-year mem ber of the Fusilecr drill team, Babe also enjoyed athletics and played four years on both the football and baseball squads. Hometown: Keokuk. Iowa. Varsity , football 1,2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; var sity baseball 1,2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; varsity wrestling 2,3; M Club 2,3,4; Film Club 1,2,3; Best-drilled cadet 2; Military Wreath and Star 2,3.4; Soldier’s Bar 4; Maroon Bar 2; Fusileers 2,3,4.

Twcren’t nothing, sir.

Alton Kent Blosser III Kent was a popular resident in Echo where he rose to the rank of officer and platoon leader and floor commander. Kent never let his duties change his fun-loving personality and he possessed the ability to laugh with others even at his own mistakes. He also was active in sports, wret ling on the varsity team and winning the Eagle plaque as the best com pany back during his senior year.

What a day!

Kent

Duck

John Christopher Calhoun John came to M.M.A. from Roosevelt Military Academy and quickly established himself as the best shooter on the rifle team and won several marksmanship medals. When he first arrived at M.M.A., fellow cadets stuck him with a nickname that he was never able to live down. Wherever “Duck” went, he was followed with a familiar “quack” which John learned to accept and to even enjoy.

Hometown: Chicago, Ill. Varsity football 3,4; lettered 4; varsity rifle 3,4; lettered 3,4; senior lifesaving 3; M-Club 4; MT II superior cadet; Fusileers 3; SG Moon Trophy; David Peak Award for outstanding rifleman;bat talion marksmanship medal.

Quack shot

Kaj Albert Carlson Kaj was another popular resident in Echo and could always be found enjoying practical jokes with the gang. Very easy going and like able, Kaj was talented athletically. He started on the varsity football team and won the Japp Plaque as the best lineman on the team in his senior year. He also participated in varsity wrestling and boxing in which he won the heavyweight division liis senior year.

Hurry up! There’s the OC.

Steve

Steven Gray Cathcart Steve was a two-year cadet who roomed in Delta his senior year with another native of Elmhurst, Ill.—Dave Hill. Steve was best known for liis liberal attitude toward M.M.A. and for his ability to get in and out of sticky situations. He also was an avid sports competitor and quickly be came a starter on the football, wrestling and baseball teams, winning letters in all three sports. Hometown: Elmhurst, Ill. Varsity football 3,4; lettered 3,4; varsity wrestling 3,4;lettered 3,4; varsity baseball 3,4; lettered 3,4; boxing 3,4; swimming 3,4; wrestling medal 3; Dramateers.

Thanks, I needed that!

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Timothy Dean Champlin Tim was commander of Band Company and inherited one of the most demanding cadet jobs on campus. Besides coordinating band activ ities, “Buttlin” also kept busy handling his “prima donnas.” His reward came at the end of the year when Charlie was named Honor Company. Tim also found time to be involved in sports and was one of the strongest competitors on the varsity wrestling team. Hometown: Peoria, Ill. John Cornett Memorial Award; Reserve Officers Assn. Medal; Band Company com mander.

That’s why they call me Buttlin.

Buttlin

Bob Franke Cole Bob came to M.M.A. his junior year and quickly became a popular cadet with his friendly personality. Among his many talents, he will probably be best remembered for his artistic talent. Bob made the most of his assignment to design the yearbook cover and spent many hours be fore reaching the final design. “Robit” also worked hard in his favorite sport—track—and became one of the top trackmen his senior year. Hometown: Norman, Okla. Varsity track 3,4; lettered 4; varsity cross country 4; Delta Phi 4; Art Club; Art Bar 4; TAPS staff 4; At Ease 3,4; Art Achievement Award 4; Jack Meyers Cup for most creative cadet; Chur chill Speech Plaque, 4.

Eat your heart out!

Robit

Timothy Chad Davis * Chad was a three-year cadet who seldom was found without his camera shooting pictures all over campus. On the publications staff, he was chief photographer for the Eagle and TAPS his senior year and used many general leaves working in the darkroom. Chad’s other hobby was horses and he was a regular in Lt. Robert’s horseback riding program.

Hometown: East Alton, III. Horse back riding; senior life-saving; Eagle Honor Medal; TAPS staff 3,4.

Now push the button

Chad

M.O.D.

Mark O’Niell Dunn Mark was one of M.M.A.’s top athletes during his career at the Acad emy and was a three-sport letterman each of his three years. M.O.D. quarterbacked the undefeated football team and also excelled in wrestling and tennis. Mark roomed with Jackie Shropshire in Alpha, but could be found in most any company looking up liis many friends. Hometown: Kansas City, Mo. Varsity football 2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; varsity wrestling 2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; co captain 4; varsity tennis 2,3,4; let tered 2,3,4; captain 4; M Club 2,3,4; honor athlete 2,3,4; Glee Club 2; Marching Band 3; Fusilcers 3,4; bestdrilled old cadet 3; company spelling plaque 4.

I’m so happy here

Brent Lee Easton Brent was a three-year cadet known for his generosity and easy going ways. Brent also enjoyed the confidence of all his fellow residents in Delta and was a logical choice to room with Eric Mortenson, Delta commander. But despite his likeable demeanor, Brent gave the impression he was more suited to a bit of larceny.

More vocational training.

Brent

Scott

Scott Alan Girvin Scott came to M.M.A. his junior year and much to the dismay of the O.C. he found a comer room to have an occasional party. Among his friends, Scott was known for his love for music and on most days he could be found in his room with his guitar strumming away to a tune.

Just a Playboy, sir.

Federico Gunter-Gonzales Fred was one half of the Mexican connection in Delta his senior year. Teaming with Jaime Tremari, Fred assulted the English language, but still managed to be one of the most popular cadets in the barracks. He rose to become the ranking NCO in the company and was known to be astutely courteous to everyone he knew. Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico. Company football 2,3,4; lettered 2,3, 4; all-star 4; company basketball 2,3, 4; Fusilccrs 4.

Come esta?

Fred

Rob

Robin Lee Ham Rob was one of the hardest workers on campus and rebounded from a football injury to reassume his duties as adjutant his senior year. Besides football, Rob enjoyed shooting on the rifle team and received top marks manship honors his junior year. In his free time, he had a tendency to fret over his romantic affairs and complained he needed a bigger black book.

Hometown: Tulsa, Okla. Varsity rifle team 3,4; captain 4; varsity wres tling 2; varsity golf 3; company foot ball 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; captain 4; Cadet Council 4; Fusilcers 2,3,4; Military Wreath and Star 4; Soldier’s Bar 4; senior class vice president; Maroon Bar 3,4; Company marks manship Medal 4;SGM Moon Trophy 3; Col. Veon McConnell Korean Tro phy; DAR Patriotism Award;bat talion adjutant.

You’re so cute, Rob!

David Bennett Hill III Dave was a three-year cadet who was respected for his individualistic attitude and standing up for his principles. Dave belonged to many campus groups and got along with just about everyone on campus, including those with whom he did not see eye to eye. His greatest contributions were in publications where he was editor of TAPS and co-editor of the Eagle. Hometown: Elmhurst, Ill. Varsity tennis 2; lettered 2; varsity track 3; varsity baseball 4; lettered 4; com pany football 3,4; lettered 3,4; com pany basketball 2,3; lettered 3; Mili tary Wreath and Star 3; Delta Phi; Cadet Council; Eagle honor medal; Eagle co-editor 3,4; TAPS staff 2,3,4; editor 4; Maroon Bar 3; Presidential Classroom 4; DAR history award.

At last.

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Alan Kimberly Huenefeld REV gained many followers on campus even though his career at M.M.A. spanned just two years. Alan was an accomplished drummer and was the head drummer for Black Mass. He also was an outstanding com petitor in the company football league and won all-star status his senior year. Despite an occasional slip in discipline, REV got with the program.

Hometown: Kirkwood, Mo. Com pany football 3,4; lettered 3,4; allstar 3,4; company basketball 4; let tered 4; Drum and Bugle Corps 3,4; Stage Band 3,4; Concert Band 3,4; Marching Band 3,4; head drummer 4; John Philip Sousa Band Award.

Rum-te-dum.

David Harvey Ingraham Dave was an outstanding athlete in Alpha and developed into the Colonels’ top pitcher his senior year on the baseball squad. Dave also was a frustrated end on the football team that didn’t do much passing, but he was sure handed when the ball was sent his way. Known for his savoir-faire in the barracks, he also displayed leadership potential.

A Hometown: Chesterfield, Mo. Col. Sidney Kersey Posture Trophy.

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Dave

Bill Morton Jones

Wild Bill

Wild Bill was another of Delta’s easy-going residents who played his share of antics in the barracks. Despite his open personality, Bill was re spected as an enforcer. Rebounding from a leg injury his senior year, he. helped Delta to the company basketball championship as a starter on the undefeated team. Turning serious at graduation, Bill joined the Marines. Hometown: Washington, Kan. Var sity football 3; lettered 3; company basketball 3,4; lettered 3,4; battalion boxing 3,4; Glee Club 2; Art 4.

Where’s my cookie?

Mark Randall Jones Mark was the kind of cadet who could really get down to work when he put his mind to it. One of the leading bandsmen in Charlie Company, Boss finaled in the state music contest his first and third years at M.M.A. and finaled at district all three years he tried. He also was three-year letterman in baseball and lettered in company football. Hometown: Decatur, Ill. Varsity baseball 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3‘,4; var sity wrestling 1,2,3; company foot ball 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; Film Club 3; Concert Band 1,2,3,4; Stage Band 1,2,3,4; Marching Band 1,2,3,4; Drum and Bugle Corps 1,2,3,4; out standing first-year bandsman.

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Boss

Troy Emery Jones Troy came to M.M.A. his senior year after attending Ponca Military Academy. Quickly rising to the rank of sergeant, Troy excelled in many areas. He became a member of Delta Phi after just four months (the bare minimum of time) and earned a starting berth on the wrestling squad and was known as a fair, but tough competitor.

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Hometown: Tulsa, Okla. Varsity wrestling 4; lettered 4; company football 4; lettered 4; Delta Phi; Soldier’s Bar, permanent award; Ma roon Bar 4; Cadet Council; art class; Thomas F. Eagleton Plaque for pro ficiency in English.

Cayuse

Richard Lawrence Kelley Kelly was a two-year cadet who was known for his coming and go ings during odd hours, especially if the O.C. was in the neighborhood. Quiet and likeable, he often had the misfortune of being on duty when disorder was discovered on the floor. Elf was always a hard worker and rose to become a high-ranking corporal. Hometown: Columbia, Mo. Company football 3,4;soccer 3,4; weightlifting 3; Maroon Bar.

Oh! Hello sir.

No Name

Gregory Lee King Greg, known as “No Name” to his many friends on campus, some times got the short end of the deal when it came to duty on general leave, but he always cheerfully accepted his turn. A three-year cadet, he applied himself in the studies and narrowly missed the brain cord each month, but finished high academically in the senior class. Hometown: Lake Bluff, Ill. Varsity rifle 2; company football 2,3,4; let tered 3,4; company basketball 3,4; lettered 4; senior life saving; honor cord 2,3; art club 2.

Let’s play hookey.

Gerald Charles Lavery Jerry had one of the more unusual nicknames in the corps. No one seems to know where it came from, but Jerry was stuck with the name Roach during his four years at M.M.A. Twin brother of Tom Lavery, Jerry worked hard not only to improve himself , but to improve the school. He was second floor commander in Alpha and attained the rank of lieutenant. Hometown: Wayne, Mich. Varsity track 1,2,3; track manager 4; var sity basketball 3; lettered 3; company football 1,2,3,4; lettered 3,4; com pany basketball 2,4; lettered 2,4; Film Club; Maroon Bar 3,4; At Ease staff 4; W. Wallace Fry Speech Con test 3.

This weighs a ton!

Roach

Thomas Henry Lavery Tom was one of the most outward-going cadets in Echo who en joyed an occasional prank with roommate Chad Davis. But Tom’s pranks would often catch up on him and he’d find himself in tours. He also was a sports fan. He participated in several sports and was manager of the varsity basketball team for three years. Hometown: Wayne, Mich. Varsity track 1; varsity basketball 3,4; let tered 3,4; company basketball 1,2; Film Club; marksman.

Where’s your button?

Richard John Lynch III Without a doubt, Rich will be remembered as one of M.M.A.’s greatest all-around athletes and he certainly had the credentials to prove it. A former Junior School commander, Rich had leadership qualities that led him to be elected captain of the football and wrestling teams. He also was quite fond of a few locker-room jokes that he often carried back to the barracks.

Hometown: Kansas City, Mo. Varsity football 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; tri captain 4; Len Japp Plaque for best lineman 2,3; Japp Plaque for best back 4; all-district 3,4; all-state hon orable mention 3; varsity wrestling 1 2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; captain 4; Keaton Trophy for best wrestler 3; varsity track 1,3,4; lettered 1,3,4; Honor Athlete 1,3,4; M Club 1,2,3, 4; treasurer 4; Fusilccrs 1,2,3; 6th place national meet 1; Glee Club 1, 3; TAPS staff 3; Junior Class presi dent; Jack Carr honor roll for track; Best Athlete Plaque.

Hands off, buster!

Rich

Rebel

Charles Francis Manly III Rebel was a two-year cadet who had a quiet personality, but he could get excitable if he was in the proper frame of mind. He believed in keeping physically fit and he lifted weights to keep in shape. He also liked sports and went out for company football and started for Echo his senior year. He also competed in varsity track as well. Hometown: Memphis, Tenn. Varsity golf 3; lettered 3; varsity track 4; company basketball 3; publications staff 3; Glee Club 3,4.

Here comes Rebel.

Stephen Patrick Molina Moe was a three-year cadet who caught up with the senior class and excelled in many phases at M.M.A. Respected by all Alpha residents, Steve earned officer rank before graduation when he won the Lowe Trophy as the senior showing the greatest all-around development. Moe also was a tough competitor in the football league and a top Colonel trackman.

Hometown: Florissant, Mo. Lowe Trophy for senior showing greatest all-around development.

Where’s the baton?

Moe

Mort

Eric John Mortenson Son of the Academy’s assistant commandant, Eric was known for his fairness and control as Delta commander. A hard worker, he rose to be come the second ranking cadet in the corps and a top student acade mically. And even with his outstanding military bearing, Eric displayed a sense of humor that was appreciated by all.

Hometown: Mexico, Mo. Varsity rifle 1,2,3; company football 1,2,3, 4; track 4; weightlifting 4; Delta Phi; treasurer 4; Military Wreath and Star 2,3,4; Soldier’s Bar 1,2,3,4; Delta Company commander; plaque for outstanding performance by cadet company commander.

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Earl Thomas Moulder, Jr. TJ, son of an Academy alumnus, was active in numerous campus ac tivities but he particularly stood out in military. A crack shot on the rifle team, Tom also was a four-year member of the Fusileers and was one of the few remaining members of the national drill team champions from his freshman year. He was XO in Delta his senior year and also served as acting adjutant. Hometown: Springfield, Mo. Varsity rifle 1,3,4; lettered 3,4; varsity base ball 4; company football 1,2,3,4; weightlifting 2; Glee Club 1,2,3; Pro vost Marshall, 3; Fusilccrs 1,2,3,4; Soldier’s Bar 2,3,4; Military Wreath and Star 2,3; Maroon Bar 1,2,3,4; most valuable MT III; neatest room 2; Fusilccr of the Year Award; Delta Company executive officer.

Here’s your cookie.

Jeffery William Pool Jeff was the school’s top long-distant runner and put many hours on the track in training, both for track and cross country which started his senior year. He liked to joke around the barracks and kept up a steady chatter both in and out of class, but Jeff was a serious student and ended in the top 10 of his class. Hometown: Springfield, Ill. Varsity track 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; var sity cross country 4; lettered 4; com pany basketball 2,3,4; M Club; Delta Phi; Maroon Bar 1,2,3; Art 1,2; Pub lications 4; Lee Kelce Track Trophy.

I’ve got it, Moe.

Donald Lee Powell Mouse was a combination of seriousiness when it came to duty in the company and lightheartedness when the occasion arose. According to his many friends in Charlie, Powell seemed to come up with an appropriate comment at the right time. A dedicated musician, he was the ranking NCO in Band and performed in many units. Hometown: Centerville, Iowa. Var sity baseball 1,2; lettered 1,2; varsity wrestling 2; Marching Band 1,2,3.4; Concert Band 1,2,3,4; Drum and Bugle Corps 1,2,4.

Watch the shoes!

Mouse

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Jackie Lemand Shropshire Skippy Bowinkle, as Jackie was known on campus, began his career at M.M.A. slowly and probably his climb to become Alpha commander would surprise more than a few alums. But Jackie worked hard, yet never losing his fondness for antics. A great athlete in three sports, he always aspired to win the brain cord, but this goal seemed to elude him month after month. Hometown: St. Louis, Mo. Varsity football 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; tri captain 4; varsity basketball 1,2,3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; varsity baseball 1,2, 3,4; lettered 1,2,3,4; captain 4; Film Club 2,3,4; Fusilcers 2,3,4; M Club; secretary 3; vice president 4; Color Guard 2,3; freshman class vice presi dent; senior class secretary; honor athlete 1,2,3,4; athlete of the year 3; Lcn Japp Plaque for best back 3; Alpha Company commander.

Where am I?

Skippy Bowinkle

John

John Blaine Speicher John was a threc-year cadet known to be an achiever in whatever area he chose. He not only earned entrance into Delta Phi and excelled in sports, he became an officer at the end of the senior year. Quiet and courteous, he set the best examples for new boys and at the end of his career he was rewarded with many trophies including the Dorsey Ander son Award. Hometown: Waukee, Iowa. Varsity golf 2,3,4; lettered 2,3,4; captain 4; varsity swimming 2; lettered 2; company basketball 3,4; lettered 3,4; company football 3,4; lettered 3,4; M Club; Delta Phi; Fusilcers 2,3,4; Soldier’s Bar 2,3,4; military police 2,3,4; Moritas Plaque 2,4; best groomed cadet 2; first order private 2; neatest room 4; Chuck Foley Gold Trophy 4; Dorsey Anderson Trophy for cadet exerting gentemanly example.

Seniors first, Ace.

Jaime Octavio Tremari Jaime followed in the tradition of his brother, a former battalion commander, and became the ranking Latin American cadet in the corps Iris senior year. Friendly and courteous, he was a consistent winner of the Maroon and Soldier’s Bar. Jaime also excelled in sports and was a team leader on Delta’s football and basketball squads. Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico. Company football; company basket ball; military police; Soldier’s Bar; Maroon Bar; Military Wreath and Star.

You disagree?

Rudolfo Antonio Trujillo Rudolfo came to M.M.A. his junior year knowing very little English, wliich slowed him down in his classwork. But he always gave 110 per cent in everything he tried and was well-known and well-liked in Echo Com pany. His main athletic pursuit was soccer which a number of Latin cadets played with gusto. Hometown: Maracaibo, Venezuela.

That wasn’t nice.

Trujillo, R.

William Reid Tweedie III Bill was a three-year cadet who was one of the shortest members of the senior class, but it never bothered him when it came to sports. An avid golfer, Bill lettered on the varsity team. He also made the starting line-up for Echo on the company basketball team and won letters both his junior and senior years. Hometown: Jefferson City, Mo. Var sity golf 2,3; lettered 3; company basketball 3,4; lettered 4 ; weightlift ing; Dramatecrs 2,3,4; cheerleader 4; lettered 4.

Do not disturb.

Bubble Man

Gary

Gary William Vaughn Gary spent a total of five years at M.M.A., returning after a two-year absence to finish up his senior year. Gary liked music and could often be found in his room listening or experimenting with liis stereo equipment. Good natured and personable, he also had a fondness for pipes and was always displaying the latest addition to liis collection. Hometown: Dallas, Tex. Varsity ten nis 2; lettered 2; Eagle honor medal 2; Maroon Bar 2; Chapel staff 2.

Is the OC gone?

Benny

Mike Warman Mike earned the nickname Atom Ant for not only being the smallest officer on campus, but for keeping a busy schedule in Band Company. He belonged to all the band units and was a member of the Fusileers as well. In addition, he was a varsity letterman on both the track and wrestling

Hometown: Wichita Falls, Tex. Var sity track 2,3; lettered 2,3; varsity wrestling 2,3; lettered 2,3; honor cord 4; Military Wreath and Star 3; Soldier’s Bar 4; Fusileers 1,2,3,4; Stage Band 1,2,3,4; Concert Band 1, 2,3,4; battalion bugler 3.

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CLASS OFFICERS-Posing on Carter Memorial, junior class officers are, from left, Lonny Lowenstein, Lt. Edward Moseley, sponsor, Paul Gant, Jim Watersand Ralph Riess.

Paul Gant leads junior activities

IN SONG-Gary Phillips does his speciality on the bass guitar.

Ron Castle Cesare Chiaradonna

Bob Conklin Ed Coultas

Jeff Crain Mike Curry

Paul Gant was president of the Junior Class in 197475 and was later selected battalion commander-designate for the next school year. Paul also was second in his class academically just be hind fellow Band Company resident Alan Heberman. The year’s major event for the juniors came in Febru ary when the class decorated the gymnasium in red and white colors and hearts for the annual Valentine Ball. Many hours of work and preparation went into the decorations, but the highlight of the ball came when Miss Missouri of 1975, Michelle Marshall, helped crown Miss Becky Haggerty of Springfield, Ill., as queen of the ball. Attendants in the Valentine court were Miss Cindy Brown, Belleville, Ill., Miss Diana Flake, Kansas City, Mo., Miss Rae Ellen Harp, Springfield, Ill., and Miss Jinx Baer, Washington, Ill.

Jorge Davila Rob Fairbanks

Marfricd Furhmann Paul Gant

Javier Garza Jerry Gay

Jon Greiner Tom Griffith

Phil Groenweghe Alan Haberman

Rich Hall Roger Halmich

Kevin Hamlett Mike Harbor

Paul Gant and Miss Michelle Marshall crown Becky Haggerty queen of the ball.

Brad Harrelson Scott Henderson

Carter Higgins Joe Hudson

Dave Hyams Miles Jackson

Jeff Jorishie Ken Kaufman

Joe Kersey Doug Kruse

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Capt. Bradford awards the Soldier’s Bar to Kevin Hamlett.

Martyn Lomax Lon Lowenstein

Sam Markuly Dave Mason

Tom Merick Pacelly Mesta

Tod Minnigerode Mike Murphy

Jaime Nieto Gary Phillips

Perry Wise Jim Wopart

John Pye Russ Radant Tom Rockenstein John Schnitzler

Phil Siebert Mike Tankersley Hector Trujillo John Vlahck

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r Sophomores made many contributions The sophomore class, sponsored tills year by Capt. David Steinmetz, made many contributions to the school both as a group and individually. Augie Tetzlaff was the academic leader at the end of the year, but many other sophomores were regular winners of the fourragere. Sophomores also performed well in a number of campus organizations while Keith Weaver was named the superior cadet in the MT II class. In sports, Terry Podgorski won start ing berths on the football and basketball teams and Vince Lindwedel also com peted well on the varsity level. Sopho more Tony King was the number 1 player on the varsity tennis squad and a host of other sophomores made contributions on the varsity and company teams.

Randy Adler Ron Block

Joe Bruns Jeff Cole

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Cliff Collard Alaric Corvacho

Bob Duran David Earl

Jose Eichelmann Lorenzo Elizondo

Sophomores Mark Matteson and Brent Lanham work Dramateers lights for Lt. Col. Durham.

Bob Ernest Doug Hanson

James Hodes Mark Jadwin

Kelly James William Jennings

Mark Johnson Neal Jones

Dan Keenan Jim Kenderish

Marco Pardo Jack Parker Terry Podgorski Javier Porragas

ALL SMILES — Bob Du ran and friend are all smiles at a cadet mixer.

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Brian Sherry Perry Speece Pat Sweeney

Tony Taylor Augie Tetzlaff Dana Toussaint

Rick Vidor Chris Waters Keith Weaver

Dale Williams Mike Wrage Chris Yoest

Freshman class boasts scholars The freshman class boasted three of the top scholars on campus led by Dean Davison who finished the year at the top of the class. Close behind were Kyle Russell and Garret Swanson. The class sponsored several activities during the school year including a spring trip to Six Flags. Freshmen were also among the most fre quent visitors to Mismilaca. Class sponsor for 1974-75 was Lt. Clayton Ramsay.

Jack Blunck Andy Braden John Canella

David Carlstcad Tony Cota Chris Cyrus

Dean Davison Buck Dean Randy Esrock Joe Fletcher

Jeff French James Gallo Ricardo Garza Brent Hamm

Don Hand George Heimos James Henson Robert Hcrzmark

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Rick Hudson Chip Humfeld Wayne James Mike Jones

David Kasper Alex Kiss David Ladehoff Mike Laursen

Chris Lawrence Mark Ledford

Brian Lutke Geary Lynch

Steve Manly Dan Matthews

Jeff Mattingly Paco Morales Casey Mostar William OhlemueUer

Mike Pomeroy Randy Rapps Kyle Russell Blake Sanders

Steve Schulz Kent Stephens Garret Swanson David Swinney

Mark Taylor Mark Thorne Alex Toulet Mike Urness

Mark Weaver Kim Webber Jim Wolach Hal Zang

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Band units perform in many events M.M.A.’s band units enjoyed another busy year with nu merous performances both on and off-campus. The year started early for the Marching Band which performed in the MU Homecoming Parade and Mark Twain Band Festival. The Marching Band also participated in two Christmas Parades, one in St. Louis and another in Jefferson City which the combined band-Fusileer unit won the first place trophy for the fourth consecutive year. The Stage Band performed at the Miss Audrain County Pag eant and also at two formal balls. The Concert Band, also a part

of Charlie Company, played spectacularly at the Pop Concert in the spring and at Commencement. The highlight for many bandsmen came also in the spring when M.M.A.’s Drum and Bugle Corps was designated Missouri’s official drum and bugle corps for the Bicentennial celebration. Members of the unit were presented patches and the school re ceived a Bicentennial flag. Lt. Col. Paul Cherches directed band units while Tim Cham plin was band commander. Drum major for 1974-75 was Jeff Crain.

Fusileers capture second in nationals Many months of practice and preparation paid off again for the Fusileers who top second place in the National Invitational Drill Meet, the highest finish for the unit since 1972 when it won the national title. The Illinois meet provided some consolation for the unit which fell to a second place finish at the University of Missouri drill meet after 10 consecutive first-place finishes. Other off-campus performances came at the MU Homecoming Parade, the St. Louis and Jefferson City Christmas pa rades and at the MU basketball halftime show with the Drum and Bugle Corps. On campus, the unit performed at several Sunday reviews, at Homecoming, G.I. and at Commencement. Several Fusileer won individual awards during the year. Rich Hall finished in the top 10 at the national meet while Ken Berkhoff won second and Neal Arnold took fourth place in in dividual drill competition at MU. Tom Moulder was named Fusi leer of the Year at the annual Fusileer Banquet. Dan Lesinski was commander of the unit and Fusileer su pervisor was Major Kenneth Mortenson.

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Choral groups popular activity Another popular activity for cadets was participation in choral groups di rected by Major Janies Marley. The Glee Club gave singing perfor mances at winter and spring concerts and also went caroling in the Mexico area dur ing the Yule season. The double quartet sang at Com mencement while individual singers placed high at state and district contests. The highlight of the year for the Chapel Choir came again at Evensong just before the corps went home on Christmas furlough. Also attending the religious services were many families and visitors. Also under Major Marley’s direction were Chapel workers and Vesper readers. CHAPEL CHOIR - Members of the Chapel Choir form a cross in photo at right. Above left are Chapel workers Chad Davis, Jack Par ker, Perry Wise and George Human. Above right are Acolytes Randy Adler and Ron Block.

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Dramateers stage three productions The M.M.A. Dramateers staged three productions during the school year under the direction of Lt. Col. Courtney Dur ham. The opening play of the year was “12 Angry Men” which provided an appropriate play for an all-male cast. Later pro ductions staged during the year were one-act plays including one written by a cadet—Augie Tetzlaff—entitled “The Last Chance.” Mike Wrage was selected for the Stribling Cup which is pre sented each year to the Dramateer who gives the best single per formance during the school year. Dramateer productions benefited not only from fine acting and direction, but for the first time, the Drama Class had the use of professional theatrical lighting installed for the last two pro ductions of the year.

DRAMATEERS — Members of the Drama Class pose with Lt. Col. Courtney Durham at left. At above left, a cast member strikes a dra matic pose, while at above right, a player seems to “disolve” into the spotlight. At right, an aged Charlie Shiels goes through his lines. Be low, photo shows Mike Wrage with angry expression and harsh words for his antagonist.

Four elite units provide services Four elite organazitions which provided vital service to the corps were the Cadet Council, Military Police, Delta Phi and the M Club. Representatives on the Cadet Council met to discuss sug gestions from the corps covering a wide range of aspects of cadet life from haircuts to room permits. Delta Plii members supervised the late lights library and helped other cadets with the classwork. Military Policemen were assigned duties both on campus to direct visitors and off-campus during periods of general leave. M Club members, who earned varsity letters in two or more sports, supervised the cadet lounge.

SERVICE UNITS—Four campus organizations which provide service to the corps are the Military Police at left, the Cadet Council at bottom left, the M Club at bottom center and Delta Phi, below.

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Four smaller, but popular activi ties on campus showed their talent in a variety of ways. The Film Club, at right, oper ated the Academy’s audio-visual equipment and showed movies on Saturday nights under the super vision of Lt. Col. Courtney Dur ham. The Art Class, at far right, pro duced displays for several art con tests including the annual Epple Art Contest. Mrs. Jann Higgins was class instructor. The At Ease staff, below, edited and contributed stories and poetry for the literary magazine. Lt. Roger Plumskey was sponsor and Tom Zindler was executive editor. The Academy cheerleaders helped drum up cadet spirits during athletic contests. The cheerleader squad is pictured at bottom right.

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Publications Class covers school events Campus activities were well publicized again this year through the efforts of the Publications Class supervised by Lt. John Foster. The class published monthly issues of the Eagle, the school newspaper. TAPS, the Academy yearbook, and produced a monthly television show and weekly and bi-monthly radio shows. Tim Adams and Dave Hill again were co-editors of the Eagle while Hill was editor of TAPS. Chad Davis was chief photog rapher for school publications and Ken Kaufman and Ron Block shared broadcasting duties. Adams was awarded the Lyle C. Wilson Scroll for Journal ism at Commencement and Kaufman was selected for the George Davison Award for radio-television. Several cadets were cited for individual honors at the an nual publications banquet held in May when five new members were inducted into Quill and Scroll.

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Colonels play perfect grid season The M.M.A. varsity football squad started the season high, but only a few dared to dream of an undefeated year. It was like a pitcher in the midst of throwing a no-hitter. No one on the team team speaks about the feat because it might break the spell. But the 1974 Colonels didn’t need to cast a trance over their nine opponents. All they needed were hard work, team spirit, good coaching and determined players. And the Colonels made it happen. Combining a powerful rushing offense and a stingy defense, the Colonels formed a strik ing balance of speed, strength and the most important ingredient character. The results were remarkable. The Colonels flattened their nine opponents by a grand

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total of 298 points, compared to 116 points for their luckless enemies. The successful season, however, was moderated by a small disappointment. The Colonels missed the opportunity to play arch-rival Kemper Military School which dropped its football program this year. The forfeit over Kemper unofficially gave the M.M.A. squad a 10-0 mark, the first undefeated season for the Colonels since 1964 and their first perfect season since 1928. The coach of the 1928 team, Joy Kistler, fittingly was on hand at the Fall Sports Banquet in November to celebrate with the 1974 Colonels and their fans.

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THRILL OF VICTORY - With the final victory of a perfect season in his grasp, Lt. Col. Joe Bailey, M.M.A. head coach, shows the excite ment reflected on the faces of several Colonels in the above photo. The win over Paris brought Coach Bailey his second undefeated team at the

Academy and his fust perfect season. Below, tri captains of the 1974 team pose with Col. Bailey during picture day at the end of football camp. Leaders of the squad were Rich Lynch (46), Dan Lesinski (75) and Jack Shropshire.

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The season began on the road . . The Colonels opened their gridiron season as an uncertain quantity. After ending summer camp with just 15 days of practice, the team appeared strong in starting positions, but the second team obviously lacked experience. This problem, however, didn’t appear serious in the Colonels’ two opening games on the road. Utilizing a strong rushing attack, M.M.A. whipped Warren ton 30-8 on Sept. 13 and repeated the same score in the team’s 30-7 victory over Van-Far on Sept. 20. The grinding ground game, led by Rich Lynch, Jack Shropshire and Mark Jadwin, rolled up plenty of offense, but it was the defense which spelled the dif ference in both contests. And the opening road victories also afforded a luxury for the Colonels—to give valuable playing time to the second teams.

NIGHT AND DAY - Jack Shropshire in top photo lunges for a few extra yards in the Colonels’ 30-7 opening victory at Warrenton. In the middle photo, Rich Lynch (46), Dan Lesinski and Mark Jadwin (31) cheer on the jayvee late in the 30-8 win over the Van-Far Indians. In bottom photo, M.M.A. quarterback Mark Dunn sneaks across the goal-line for a Colonel score against the Indians.

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OFF AND RUNNING — Rich Lynch, in top photo, rumbles past two Bowling Green defenders on his way to a 67-yard touchdown jaunt. Rich racked up 192 yards in the victory over the Bobcats. In middle photo, lineman Tom Wittman sacks Westran’s quarterback for a sizeable loss. M.M.A. routed Westran 52-12 on Homecoming before scores of visiting alumni. In bottom photo, Dunn launches a pass over the Hornets’ line. Dunn’s passing during the season proved to be an effective compliment to the Colonels’ rushing attack.

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COACHES CONFER - With the Wentworth game wrapped up on the scoreboard, Lt. Col. Joe Bailey, right, and Capt. John Hegwein, above, discuss fourth quarter strategy. At left, jubilant members of the 1974 squad rush onto the field at Paris as the final seconds tick off. The team gave head coach Bailey a ride off the field on players’ shoulders to celebrate their undefeated season.

Colonels meet challenge in final game As the Colonels entered their final three games of the season, the players looked invincible. And the appearance was not deceiving as M.M.A. blasted Westran 52-22 on Homecoming and dominated rival Wentworth 52-12 on Oct. 30. The Colonels jumped to a 38-6 lead at halftime against Westran and inserted substitutes in the second half to mop up. Shropshire led the1 onslaught with three TDs of 32,51 and 19 yards. Victory also was never in doubt in

the Wentworth game as M.M.A. poured across 44 points in the first period while M.M.A. reserves played the balance of the game. Shropshire again was unstop pable as he carried the ball only four times, but hit paydirt on three of the at tempts. The final game of the year, however, was a truer test for the Colonels. The Paris Coyotes were winners of the Lewis and Clark League and took a five-game winning streak into the game.

The Colonels started off badly as they fumbled four times in the game to put Paris in excellent field position. The de fense, nothing short of splendid, shut down Paris on four goal-line stands. When the Colonels got their chance, they cashed in on a short drive just be fore the end of the half. Shropshire carried for the last six yards behind a crushing block by Kaj Carlson and the Colonels were on their way to a 16-6 victory. 111

Colonel fans pay tributes Colonel fans from across the nation paid tribute to the team in letters and messages read at the Fall Sports Banquet. Many of the letters were from sports personalities such as former MU coaching great Don Faurot, Col. Bailey’s former mentor. And many of the messages were from public officials such as former astro naut Capt. James Lovell, who wrote: “The President has asked me to con vey his greetings to you and members of the M.M.A. football team. We are pleased to join you friends and fans in congratu lating you on your perfect season ...” Capt. Lovell’s reference to the “Presi dent” is the nation’s No. 1 football fan, President Gerald R. Ford.

Team honored at fall banquet Celebrating their first perfect season in 46 years, the Colonels were honored before nearly 400 guests at the Fall Sports Banquet on Nov. 16. Lt. Col. Joe Bailey, head coach, summed up the season with a common sentiment expressed by the players —the memories of a perfect season won’t easily be for gotten. After recapping the season, Col. Bailey gave thanks to the scores of individuals who contributed to the suc cess of the season, and then he called forward his players. The list of varsity letter winners was headed by the team tri-captains, Dan Lesinski, Rich Lynch and Jack Shropshire. Letter awards were also presented to 22 other Colonels: Ken Berkhoff, Ron Block, John Calhoun, Kaj Carlson, Steve Cathcart, Cesare Chiaradonna, Oscar Diaz, Mark Dunn, Paul Gant, Alan Haberman, Scott Henderson, Dave Ingraham, Mark Jadwin, Rusty Lutes, Jeff Nedblake, Terry Podgorski, Oscar Prieto, Mike Steinegger, John Vlahek, Tom Wittman and Mike Wrage. Manager letters were awarded to Tim Champlin, Dean Davison and Roger Halmich. Provisional letters were presented to Joe Bruns, John Canella, Ron Castle, Phil Groenweghe, Mike Laursen, Geary Lynch, Randy Rapps, John Schnitzler, Alex Toulet, Mike Wallace, Rick Wards and Jim Wolach. Coach Bailey also paid tribute to Brad Lampl who was injured before the season’s first game and was unable to play in any of the nine wins. Winners of the Len Japp award as best lineman and back on the team were also announced by Col. Bailey. Kaj Carlson was selected as best lineman and Rich Lynch was named best back. Lynch, who led the Colonel rushers with the highest average, had won the award as best lineman for the last two years. 112

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honored by district sports writer who named him to the district’s first team offense. Wittman was later se lected as an all-state honorable men tion player. Four other Colonels were named on the district’s honor able mention list-Rich Lynch, J*ck Shropshire, Kaj Carlson and Dan Lesinski.

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AWARD WINNERS - Kaj Carlson, left, and Rich Lynch display the Len Japp Plaque which

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ON THE RUN - A contingent of Colonel harriers start a match at Arthur Hills Golf Course in up per photo. At center, Lt. Dan Beeson and members of the cross country team pose for a group photo. Below, two Colonel run ners near the end of their match.

Cross country team newest varsity sport M.M.A.’s 10th varsity sport was unveiled in the fall when Lt. Dan Beeson took charge of the cross country squad. Despite the lack of experience, the harriers finished 2-5 for the year com peting mostly against larger schools. Top runners for the Colonels were Jeff Pool and Vince Lindwedel who both earned varsity letters at the end of the sea son. The cross country jayvee finished with a 1-4 mark. The varsity squad won in competition against North Calla way and Boonville while dropping decisions to Van-Far, Mexico, Centralia twice and Jefferson City Helias.

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GOING FOR TWO—M.M.A.’s leading scorer and reboun der, Rocky Adkins, goes up for a patented jump shot against a Community R-6 defender in below photo. Senior center Dan Lesinski at left tries to arch an angled shot toward the hoop. Be low left, Mark Jadwin drives for a layup against Van-Far in a home contest. At far left, Capt. Steinmetz is pictured with mem bers of the 1974-75 basketball team.

JUMP BALL — One of the fastest developing Colonel players was Terry Podgorski who earned a starting role in several varsity games. Terry, a sopho more, is shown below battling for a jump ball. At bottom center, Paul Gant takes a jump shot behind a screen set by Dan Lesinski who is pictured at far right jumping center. At right is Adkins driv ing in for a short jump shot. At bottom right is Capt. Hegwein and members of the jayvee squad.

Jayvees show improvement The Colonel jayvee basketball squad, coached again by Capt. John Hegwein, made strides toward improvement during the season and finished their campaign with a 4-10 record. Top players on the jayvee were Mike Wrage, Jim Wolach, Jeff Nedblake and Phil Siebert who saw limited action with the varsity. The junior varsity team also included several fresh men mainstays-Dean Davison, Tony Cota, Dave Swinney, Brian Lutke and John Canella, who will be counted on to help in future seasons.

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Wrestlers enjoy 11-5 season mark The Colonel wrestling team posted an 11-5 record during the winter season which included several lop sided wins over lesser foes and several losses at the hands of larger, but hard-wrestling schools. Coached by Lt. Col. Joe Bailey and Capt. David Denton, the matmen’s campaign was highlighted by both team and individual accomplishments. As a team, the Colonels won the tri-military crown and finished a respectable second in the Mexico quadran gular tournament, just missing first place by a couple of points. The highlight of the season for Oscar Diaz, how ever came at the end of the season when he wrestled his way to the state finals in the heavyweight division, the first Colonel grappler to make state in over a de cade. Nearly all the first-line wrestlers ended the year with winning records including Rich Lynch, Steve Cathcart, Tony King, team captain Tim Champlin and Mark Dunn, Kim Webber, Keath Weaver, Kent Blos ser and Steve Molina, Vince Lindwedel and Diaz. The Colonels have the nucleus of a strong team next year with Weaver, King, Vince Lindwedel and Webber, winner of the Arbogast trophy as best firstyear wrestler, all returning plus many jayvee stand outs.

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THE VICTOR — Rich Lynch has his arm held aloft by the referee signifying Lynch’s win over a Wentworth opponent in photo at left. Below center, Steve Molina maneuvers his opponent into a pinning position while Vince Lindwedel cradles his foe into a similar position in bottom photo. At far left, M.M.A.’s Oscar Diaz takes a stance for the camera while the entire wrestling team is shown in bottom left photo.

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SPLISH SPLASH—Javier Alvarez churns through the water doing his specialty, the butterfly, in top photo. At left, Mike Laursen executes a dive while Randy Adler leaps from the starting block in photo below. At right are members of the Colonel swimming team and coaches Lt. Stuart Smith and Lt. Clayton Ramsay.

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Mainstays on the squad were Tod Minnigerode, a junior, and Randy Adler, a sopho more, who both qualified for district and will return next year. Minnigerode turned in several outstanding individual performances and set three school records — one each in the butterfly, breast stroke and individual medley. Minnigerode was awarded the GreenSchmoeller Trophy as the team’s outstanding swimmer at the Winter Sports Banquet.

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Track squad is honor team M.M.A.’s varsity track team was the honor team of the four varsity spring sports by finisliing with a 5-3 record which could have easily been 7-1 with the swing of several key points. The thinclads, coached by Lt. Dan Beeson and Capt. David Denton, dropped two close meets with Paris, but otherwise handled the remainder of the schedule with ease. The strength and speed of the squad was demonstrated in the season’s finale when the Colonel cindermen demolished Wentworth 117-28, winning all but one first place. The squad was laden with talent in nearly every track and field event, including several trackmen who were threats in two or three events. Paul Gant was captain of the team and was a regular winner in the pole vault, long jump and high jump. Although the Colonels lost seniors Rich Lynch, Tom Wittman, Mike Warman, Steve Molina and Jeff Pool to graduation, the squad appears to be strong in backups who should help the track team to another winning season next spring.

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HAND OFF — A determined Steve Molina takes the baton from Vince Lindwedel in a relay race at left. At bottom left, Cesare Chiaradonna gets airborne with a mighty heave of the discus at a home meet. At bottom cen ter, premiere hurdler Rich Lynch clears another barrier toward vic tory.

TIGHT FIT - Paul Gant skims over the bar in the pole vault in above photo. At left, Jeff Pool takes his usual position at the front during a distance event. Below, Lt. Dan Beeson and Capt. David Denton pose with members of the track team.

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SMASH—John Bckins stretches for an overhead smash during a warm-up session at the beginning of the season in photo above. Capt. Steinmetz and members of the varsity tennis team are pic tured at top of page.

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AWAITING SERVICE—A Colonel doubles team of Sam Markuly and Jack Parker, below, are poised awaiting service. Above, Mike Harbor follows through with a forehand shot while Tony King, at right, follows through with a backhand.

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Golfers blend talent, experience A blend of seasoned veterans and talented freshmen com bined for a successful golf season under veteran varsity golf coach, Capt. Raymond Campbell. The squad finished with a 6-5 season record including a sweep at tri-military matches held at Arthur Hills this spring. M.M.A. also fared well in the Palmyra Tournament, finishing fourth in a nine-team field. Results of the tournament did not count on the Colonels’ record. Senior John Speicher was team captain and one of the team’s most consistent shooters. Speicher led the Colonel effort

at the Palmyra tourney with a 79. First-ycar squad member Brian Sherry also was a key figure in the Colonel winning season, firing a 76 at tri-military to win medalist honors. Other Colonel starters were John Canella, Ralph Riess and John Rose. Speicher and Sherry were selected as co-winners of the Tim Foley Golf Trophy which was awarded to the players at the Spring Sports Banquet.

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TOUCHING HOME — Dan Lesinski steps across home plate at right during M.M.A.’s home victory against Com munity R-6. Below right, coaches Capt. John Hcgwein and Lt. Roger Plumskey pose with members of the baseball squad.

CHOPPER — Jackie Shropshire, top Colonel slugger during the season, pounds a high chopper at right. Ken Berkhoff heads for third base following a hit by Jaime Tremai at above center while Jeff Cole takes a rip at a high pitch in top photo.

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Delta wins league title The company football league was one of the most hotly contested competition in years with the Delta Blue Devils scrambling to the top of the standings at the end of the season. Delta posted a 1-1-1 regular season record to gain the finals with Band, the Cinderella team this year which earned a berth in the finals with a 2-1 mark. But two long runs for TDs by Jim Hodes led the Blue Devils to victory over the Red Raiders. Top players for the Delta squad, coached by Capt. David Denton, included Jaime Tremari, Tom Moulder, Eric Mor tenson, John Speicher, Fred Gunter, Brent Easton and Hodes. Band Company was led by Mark John son, Mark Jones, Gary Phillips, Bob Weaver, Mike Warman, Ed Coultas, Alan Huenefeld, Tom Merick and Chip Humfeld. Major Kenneth Mortenson was Red Raider coach.

AROUND END - Alpha’s Steve Molina clutches the ball at right as he outruns a would be tackler. Above, the corps huddles in the stands as darkness descends on a company league game. In top photo, Eric Mortenson pre sents the championship trophy to Delta coach, Capt. David Denton.

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IN MOTION — Troy Jones of Delta breaks into open field in the Blue Devil’s game with Alpha in photo at left. Above, Alpha’s back field goes into motion while the ball carrier slams into the middle of the line. At top of page, an unindentified Alpha runner eludes two would-be Echo tacklers.

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Blue Devils do it again in basketball The Blue Devils did it again in company basket ball action by sweeping to a perfect 8-0 record on their way to the championship. Delta wrapped up the title with a 52-39 win over Alpha. Band won the consolation game in the playoffs with a 52-41 victory over Echo. The Blue Devils zipped through the regulation schedule paced by balanced scoring from Billy Jones, Brent Easton, Jaime Tremari and Jim Hodes while keep ing their opponents at bay with a tight defense. Alpha, which finished with a 2-4 mark after the regular season, qualified for the championship game by outlasting Band 50-40. Alpha regulars included Mike Harbor, Joe Bruns, Mike Carrico and Jerry Lavery.

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MORE BOOTY—Jaime Tremari of the Delta Blue Devils accepts the champi onship trophy of the company basketball league from Capt. Raymond Campbell, commissioner of the league. Below, Lt. Roger Plumskey is pictured with members of the Delta Squad.

JUMP SHOTS—Jeff Crain of Band puts up a short jump shot over a Delta de fender in below photo. At right, Ed Coultas of Band guns a jump shot. Above, Capt. Wayne Bradford, coach of the Alpha Green Wave, and team members pose for a team photo.

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UP COURT—Alpha players head back up court after scoring in the champion ship game against Delta in above photo. At top of page are members of Band’s Red Raiders and coach Lt. Dan Beeson.

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Bob Weaver leads All-star selections Band’s Red Raiders posted a 4-2 mark during the regular season behind Bob Weaver’s hot hand at scoring. Weaver averaged over 20 points per con test and was named captain of the all-star team. Other top Band basketball players were Ken Baker, Ed Coultas, Jeff Crain and Alan Huenefeld. Also named to the all-star team was Echo’s Marfried Fuhrmann. Although the Golden Warriors ended the season without a victory, the team had several outstanding individual players including Jeff Pool, Eugenio Mesta, Brian Felt and Bill Tweedie. Rounding out the all-star team were Delta’s Brent Easton and Jim Hodes and Rick Vidor of Alpha. BLOCKADE-A host of Echo defenders throw a blockade in the path of Brent Eas ton of Delta in a company league game in above photo. Below arc members of the Echo Golden Warriors and coach Lt. Edward Moseley.

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BARRACKS INSPECTION — Rocky Adkins, Echo Company com mander, and Tim Adams greet Capt. Gary Oldham before conducting a barracks inspection in above photo. At top right, Capt. Bradford and mem bers of the inspecting team view a dress parade on Colonels Field.

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On weekends, Junior School cadets could be found swimming or boating at Mismilaca on many campouts or relaxing in the barracks’ lounge or even practicing their dancing lessons for the next formal ball. Off campus, many trips were planned to Mark Twain Cave throughout the year and in the spring, Ju nior Schoolers travel to Fulton and Jefferson City for tours of points of interest. Such is the life of cadets.

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Cadet life supervised on 2 levels Cadet life in the Junior School was supervised on two levels — in the classroom and in the barracks. Lt. Col. Derrill Kuhlman was headmaster and coordinated aca demic work by cadets. Teachers in the school were Mrs. Darius Rich ardson, who also served as house mother for the younger boys, Capt. James Garrett who doubled as athletic director, Capt. Mike Laux and Capt. Mike Menneke, who both coached athletics, and Lt. Duane Shutter, science instructor and coach. Cadet life in the barracks, discip line and military training came under the guidance of Major Robert Piper who also assisted in the ath letic program and was supervisor of the Brigadiers drill team. Operated and administered sep arately from the high school, the Junior School was staffed by veteran instructors who paid special attention to the well-being of the younger cadets at the Academy.

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BEST DRILLED CADET-Major Robert Piper, Junior School commandant, awards a plaque to Kerry Walker as the best-drilled cadet during Dad’s Weekend com petition in above photo. Below, Lt. Col. Derrill Kuhlman, headmaster of the lower school, reads test instructions for incoming recruits at the beginning of the school year.

COMMENCEMENT - Lt. Col. Kuhlman ad dresses an assembly of Junior School cadets and parents during the final awards ceremony of the year at left. Above, Lt. Duane Shutter and daughters chat with Santa during the Christmas party before furlough. At top of page, Capt. Mike Menncke and a group of Junior Schoolers await the opening of the Mark Twain Cave, where cadets enjoyed a tour of underground adventure.

FIRST PLATOON—James Smith stands with Bravo’s first platoon in above photo. At left, Wayne Baker gives training tips to Barry Waters while Tom Donelan prepares to take a healthy bite from a taco on Mexican night, in photo below. At above right, Major James Marley poses with members of the Junior School Glee Club. And at bottom right, Lt. Col. Derrill Kuhlman stands with members of Bravo’s staff in front of the Junior School barracks.

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Mueller led Bravo staff Leadership in the Junior School came from the ranks of eighth graders in the classroom, barracks and athletic field. Dave Mueller was company com mander and held the rank of first lieutenant along with unit com manders James Smith and David Chaney. Todd Haberman rose to the rank of second lieutenant while Carleton Cotner was Bravo’s first sergeant. Mueller and Chaney served as captains of Athletic teams along with Jeff McMurray and Peter Peters. All received numerous med als for their athletic talents.

SMALL CADETS—Some of the smallest cadets in the Junior School belonged in David Long’s platoon in above photo. At upper right, David Chaney stands with members of the second platoon. Major Robert Piper, shown dancing with his daughter at left, also commanded the Brigadiers drill team below. At right, Fred Alcocer receives a gift from Santa.

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the Harris Plaque for exhibiting the most soldierly qualities in the grad uating class while Todd Haberman was presented the improvement plaque. Academic honors also were given to scholastic leaders in the seventh grade and lower grade class. David Mills won honors in the seventh grade and Pliil Haggerty took honors for the lower grades. Scores of other awards were pre sented to cadets for participation in athletics and various Junior School organizations at Commencement and the Final Awards Assembly.

David Chaney Carleton Cotner

Kirby Crawford Rob Ellington Joe Erlbacher Rusty Fitzsimmons Pedro Guerena

Todd Haberman James Hamilton Bernard Heimos Royal Kirchner David Long

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SENIOR REVIEW—Bravo Company marches past the stands at Senior Review.

Kelly Loyd Jeff McMurray David Mueller John Mundy Greg Oberhaus

Lance Parsons Peter Peters Cal Skinner Janies Smith John Steinhoff

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Small boys play big roles Smaller boys in the Junior School also made their presence felt in many areas. In the seventh grade class, Mark Dowling, Brians Sims and David Mueller held the rank of corporal and will be counted on to be class leaders next year. David Mills led the seventh graders in aca demic standings while Pliil Haggerty was leader

among sixth graders, one of the largest groups in memory. Haggerty, Scott Jennings and William Hamilton all held the rank of PFC. Even the youngest cadets in the headquar ters platoon made their contributions, march ing in reviews, participatingin sports and other activities to help make a successful program.

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Lance Loveless David Mills Erik Mostar Kevin Mroczkowski

Scott Mueller Rick Price Todd Rogers Jeff Scheid

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Chris Skinner Jeff Walker Kerry Walker Glen Woolbright

William Hamilton Scott Hawkins Steven Huck

Tony Gonzales Matt Guinn Phil Haggerty

Duke Crawford William Cure Tom Donelan

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Eagles capture football series The Eagles won the annual fall football series for the third consecutive year, winning all five encounters with the Lions. The Eagles, coached again this year by Capt. Mike Laux, opened with a 44-6 victory on Dad’s Day with Jeff McMurray scoring three touchdowns and David Mueller adding two more. McMurray again hit paydirt on three occasions in the next game won by the Eagles 38-14. Joe Erlbacher scored both TDs for the Lions, who were coached by Lt. Duane Shutter. The Eagles clinched the championship in the next game with a 32-20 victory. McMurray scored twice for the Eagles while David Chaney, Mueller and Peter Peters each scored single touch downs. The Lions fared better in the next game until the final quarter when the Eagles broke open a close game. David Mueller scored twice during the final period to put the game out of reach. In the final game the Eagles B-team faced the entire Lions squad, but to no avail. The Lions were shut out 18-0. Jeff McMurray won the award as best back and Rob Elling ton was selected as best lineman at the Fall Sports Banquet.

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Cadets participate in 3 winter sports Cadets participating in three winter sports were hon ored at the Winter Sports Banquet. Major Robert Piper conducted the swimming program and presented letters, medals and certificates to top swim mers in the program. Capt. Mike Menneke and Capt. Mike Laux super vised the wrestling program which featured the annual tournament. The coaches awarded medals and letters to the divisional winners and certificates to the second place fin ishers. Also honored at the banquet were top players on the Lions and Eagles basketball squads. The Eagles barely edged the Lions by a 5-4 margin in the series. The eighth grade games proved to be the margin for the Eagles since the Lions won all but one of the sev enth grade games. The two teams combined top players for two games against the St. Brendan’s all-stars. Despite fme play by Chris Skinner and Jeff Walker in the seventh grade game and by David Chaney and Pete Peters in the eighth grade contest, the Junior School dropped both contests to the visiting Irish players. Capt. James Garrett coached the Eagles this year while Lt. Duane Shutter was coach of the Lions.

JUMP SHOT-A Junior School all-star player puts up a jump shot against a St. Brendan’s defender in above photo. At top left are members of the Lions squad and coach Lt. Duane Shutter and at left are team members of the Eagles and their coach, Capt. James Garrett. Top Junior School swimmers are pictured below with Major Robert Piper.

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1974-75 Roster of Cadets Timothy Joseph Adams 3905-76th Street Urbandale, Iowa 50322

Danny Jerry Brown 1502 Donna Drive Belleville, Illinois 62223

Oakleigh Randall Adkins III R. R. No. 3 Chandlerville, Illinois 62627

Joseph Heavner Bruns 3510 North 51st Street Kansas City, Kansas 66104

Randal Noah Adler 8721 Cherokee Lane Leawood, Kansas 66206

Kevin Ray Burt 4532 CTclsher Drive St. Louis, Missouri 63134

Alfred Carl Alcocer 501 East High Point Road Peoria, Illinois 61614

John Page Burton P. O. Box 48 Leadville, Colorado 80461

Javier Alvarez L. M. Vega 29, Col. Cimatario Qucrerto. Qro., Mexico

John Christopher Calhoun 9025 South Hoync Chicago, Illinois 60609

Roger Lynn Anderson 211 East Franklin Mt. Sterling, Illinois 62353

Gregory Edward Calvin 1853 Lake shore Drive Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701

James Neal Arnold P.O.Box 1 Alderson, West Virginia 24910

John Michael Canella 3101 Greenway Drive Hannibal, Missouri 63401

Douglas Wayne Baker 1115 North 27th Quincy, Illinois 62301

Kaj Albert Carlson 11600 Hartland Road Fenton, Michigan 48430

Kenneth David Baker 4803 Sunset Court Cape Coral, Florida 33904

David Alan Carlstead Stephen Earl Carlstead 215 West Church Palmyra, Missouri 63461

Patrick F. Bass 1036 North 77th Avenue Omaha, Nebraska 68114 John Melvin Bekins 409 South 93rd Street Omaha, Nebraska 68114 Matthew John Benne 11245 Midland Overland, Missouri 63114

Kenneth Ray Berkhoff 120 South 7th Keokuk, Iowa 52632

Ronald Allyn Block 1316 Hendrick Drive Ferguson, Missouri 63135

Alton Kent Blosser III 4100 Woodbury Court, North Topeka, Kansas 66606 Jack Clair Blunck, Jr. 2326-37th Avenue, S.W. Seattle, Washington 98126

Darin Lee Bracken R. R. No. 2, Box 376 Conifer, Colorado 80433

Marion Andrew Braden 9905 Four Seasons Lane Louisville, Kentucky 40222

Michael Steven Carrico Route No. 4, Box 134 Greencastle, Indiana 46135

Alfonso Ignacio Casso. Jr. 2002 Clark Laredo, Texas 78040 Raul Casso IV 1920 O’Kane Street Laredo, Texas 78040

Ronald Ross Castle 100 Castle Drive, Route No. 2 Florissant, Missouri 63034 Steven Gray Cathcart 379 Parkview Elmhurst, Illinois 601 26

Timothy Dean Champlin 927 South Maxwell Road Peoria, Illinois 61607 Paul David Chaney 429 Lockhaven Drive Hot Springs, Arkansas 71901

Cesare Anthony Chiaradonna 945 East Adams Street Riverton, Illinois 62561 Scott Andrew Christensen 1107 Park Avenue

Pekin, Illinois 61554 Bob Franke Cole 1221 Cruce Norman, Oklahoma 73069 Jeffrey Alan Cole 14551 Eddington Chesterfield, Missouri 63017

Aubrey Clifford Collard 1500 Gawain Road Borger, Texas

Robert Charles Conklin 141 Woodlawn Road Waterloo, Iowa 50701 Alaric Corvacho-Caballero 6 Nieve 150 Mexico D.F., Mexico

Albert Anthony Cota R. R.No. 1, Box 60 Virginia, Illinois 62691 James Carleton Cotner 304 South Cottonwood Richardson, Texas 75080

Edward James Coultas 20280 Governors Highway Olympia Fields, Illinois 60461 Jeffrey Alan Crain Route 1, Box 102 Mounds, Illinois 62964 Kirby James Crawford 1405 Nebraska Street Mound City, Missouri 64470

William Dale Crawford 129 Midland Boulevard Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 William Donald Cure 1517 Chestnut Street Jefferson City, Missouri 65101 Michael Robert Curry 16235 Cavendish Drive Houston, Texas 77058 Chris Connolly Cyrus Route No. 1, Box 2013 Cyril, Oklahoma 73029

Jorge Davila-Bortoni Ecuador 403A Col. Vista Hermosa Monterrey, N.L. Mexico

Lester Melvin Dean 1023 Westover Road Kansas City, Missouri 64113 Luis De La Vcga-Zulueta Negrito Poeta No. 15 Cto. Poctas, C.D. Satelite Edo. de Mexico

Oscar Alfonso Diaz 934 Bonnie Brae River Forest, Illinois 60305

Thomas M. Donclan 456 West Cook Springfield, Illinois 62704 Mark Anthony Dowling 5384C Yorkshire Terrace Drive Columbus, Ohio 43227 David Scott Doyle 2050 Nettlewood Court Maryland Heights. Missouri 63043

Mark O’Neil Dunn 1216 West 63rd Terrace Kansas City, Missouri 64113

Roberto Duran-Mendoza 20 Nardos H. Matamoros, Tamps, Mexico David Brian Earl 4209 Madison Omaha, Nebraska 68107

Russell Mark Fitzsimmons 1839 Candlewick Des Peres, Missouri 63131 Joseph Edward Fletcher 114 South Jackson Waukegan, Illinois 60085 Jeffrey French Box 24624 St. Louis, Missouri 63141

Marfried Francisco Fuhrmann 833 North Taylor Street Greenville, Illinois 62246 James A. Gallo 357 North 12th Street Clinton, Indiana 47842

Paul A. Gant 5672 Grandview Yorba Linda, California 92686

Chad Davis 440 Kindall Drive East Alton, Illinois 62024

Javier Garza Ricardo Laguera Garza No. 119 Priv. Tamazcnchales Col. de Valle Monterrey, Mexico

Harold Dean Davison Box 498 Mercer, Missouri 64661

Jerry Lee Gay, Jr. P. O. Drawer G Oakhurst, Oklahoma 74050

1974-75 Roster of Cadets Bryan Keith Gibson 5600 West 25th Tulsa, Oklahoma 74107

Brent Randall Hamm 426 Tarapark Moberly, Missouri 65270

Charles Andrew Humfeld 5045 Westminster Place St. Louis, Missouri 63108

David James Kasper 422 Monroe Jefferson City, Missouri 65101

Scott Allan Girvin 9749 Brandt Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453

Donald Everett Hand 430 Clear Springs Houston, Texas 77024

Scott J. Hunt 11016 Patrina Court St. Louis, Missouri 63126

Kenneth Carl Kaufman 2616 Arkansas Valley Drive Little Rock, Arkansas 72207

Anthony Putnam Gonzales 2505 Sherwood Springfield, Illinois 62703

Douglas Leigh Hamilton 2107 North Cedar Lane Kirksville, Missouri 63501

Dave Allen Hyams 25 Chickasaw Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801

Daniel Francis Keenan 1390 Paddock Drive Florissant, Missouri 63033

Rocky Lynn Green P. O. Box 667 Gillette, Wyoming 82716

Michael William Harbor 305 South Long Street Aberdeen, Mississippi 39730

David Harvey Ingraham 32 Chesterton Lane Chesterfield, Missouri 63017

Richard Lawrence Kelley P. O. Box 130 McLean, Virginia 22101

Jonathan Scott Greiner 3 Lake Side Court Grosse Pointe, Michigan 48230

Bradley Wayne Harrelson 100 Park Wood Hot Springs, Arkansas 71901

Miles Evan Jackson 1500 Gawain Road Borger, Texas 79007

James Michael Kenderish 943 Main Street Sayreville, New Jersey 08072

Thomas Nester Griffith 42 Hcndrie Lane Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan 48236

Leonard Scott Hawkins 1911 Mora Lane Jennings, Missouri 63136

Mark Allen Jadwin 1348 Brynnwood St. Louis, Missouri 63124

Joseph Doyle Kersey 709 West Dewey Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801

Philip Walker Groenweghe 1509 Lynkirk Lane Kirkwood, Missouri 63122

Bernard John Heimos George Adam Heimos 8 Westminster St. Louis, Missouri 63126

Kelly Michael James 20125-108th Avenue, S.E. Kent, Washington 98031

Keith Stephen Kiefer Kevin Thomas Kiefer c/0 Plaza Rexall Drugs Perryville, Missouri 63755

Pedro Guerena-Gandara Cabrio 65-Lomas Sn. Angel Inn Mexico 20, D.F. Mexico

Scott Louis Henderson R. R. No. 1, Box 189 Decatur, Illinois 62526

Matthew Dodd Guinn Route 4, Owens Drive Paris, Tennessee 38242

James Ansel Henson Route No. 1 Pawnee, Illinois 62558

Federico Guillermo Gunter-Gonzalez Lafontaine No. 69 Mexico 5, D.F. Mexico

Robert David Hcrzmark 357 Summerdale Lane St. Louis, Missouri 63132

Ted Alan Haberman Todd Aaron Haberman 1119 State Beardstown, Illinois 62618

Phillip John Haggerty 8 Long Bay Springfield, Illinois 62707 Richard Benton Hall 4021 Blevins Gap Road Louisville, Kentucky 40272

Roger Charles Halmich R. R. No. 1 Sullivan, Missouri 63080

Robin Lee Ham Route 1, Box 203 Cleveland, Oklahoma 74020

James Carter Higgins 5826 Roxbury Place Littleton, Colorado 80123

David Bennett Hill III 118 Chandler Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 James Joseph Hodes 909 West 85th Kansas City, Missouri 64114

Steven Robert Huck 4128 Southwest 26th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50321

Joseph Daniel Hudson Rick Joseph Hudson 309 Dogwood Lane Fairview Heights, Illinois 62208

Wayne Leon James RFD No. 2 Lineville, Iowa 50147 Scott Milo Jennings 115 North 10th Street Yakima, Washington 98901

William Francis Jennings 225 Gould Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Mark Alan Johnson 4022 Keenland Peoria, Illinois 61614

Billy Morton Jones Route No. 2 Washington, Kansas 66968

Mark Randall Jones 893 West Wood Street, Apt. No. 2 Decatur, Illinois 62522 Michael Truett Jones 379 Briarwood Lane Palatine, Illinois 60067

Lloyd Neal Jones Box 395 Ash Grove, Missouri 65604 Randall Scott Jones 1716 Delaine Drive Normal, Illinois 61761

James Lemuel Hamilton William Edward Hamilton 211 South Main Afton, Oklahoma 74331

Kimberly Alan Huenefeld 1355 Ruth Drive Kirkwood, Missouri 63122

Troy Emery Jones 3241 South Troost Tulsa, Oklahoma 74105

James Kevin Hamlett Box 38 Laddonia, Missouri 63352

George Robert Human 8 Westmoreland Place St. Louis, Missouri 63108

Jeffrey Joseph Jorishie 550 South Hudson Tulsa, Oklahoma 74112

Alan Douglas King 2104 Whitewood Court Indianapolis, Indiana 46260 Anthony Randall King 656 Rolling Green Drive Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 Gregory Lee King 333 East Sheridan Road Lake Bluff, Dlinois 60044

Royal Philip Kirchner 505 Lake Shore Drive Apartment 5003 Chicago, Illinois 60611

Alexander Thomas Kiss 267 Park Drive Palatine, Illinois 60067

Timothy Aaron Kohler 6546 Walsh St. Louis, Missouri 63109 Douglas John Kruse 1675 Glen Oak Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001 David Bernard Ladehoff 2630 Brookside Avenue Waukegan, Illinois 60085

Harber Bradley Lampl 10 East Independence Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801

Brent Nemo Lanham 64 Maple Grove Springfield, Illinois 62707 Michael Wayne Laursen

1974-75 Roster of Cadets 904-17th Avenue, S.W. Rochester. Minnesota 55901 Gerald Charles Lavery Thomas Henry Lavery 35207 Stellwagen Street Wayne. Michigan 491 84

Christopher George Lawrence, Jr. George Harold Park Lawrence 9810 Midland Overland. Missouri 63114 Mark Aaron Ledford 18900 Steel Detroit. Michigan 48235

Harvey Allen Lee Route No. 2, Box 69A St. Peters, Missouri 63376 Daniel Nelson Lesinski 10318 Anzciger St. Louis, Missouri 63131

Mr. & Mrs. Carl Lindwedel 9308 Rambler Drive St. Louis, Missouri 63123 Daniel Wayne Little Route No. 2, Box 9 Yerington, Nevada 89447

Bettendorf, Iowa 52722

Springfield, Missouri 63804

William Jeffrey McMurray 4000 Grand West Des Moines, Iowa 50265

John Kevin Mroczkowski 1 300 Lindsay Lane Florissant, Missouri 63031

Andreas Werner Mainini 10 Palmer Road Framingham, Massachusetts 01701

David Gerard Mueller Scott Arthur Mueller 8832 Laclede Station Road St. Louis, Missouri 63123

Charles Francis Manly III Steven Kent Manly 2350 Thornwood Memphis. Tennessee 381 38

Michael Francis Mulligan 1719 North 78th Avenue Elmwood Park, Illinois 60635

Sotirios Nicholas Markuly 22 Chamberlain Court Belleville, Illinois 62223

David James Mason 625 West 5th Waterloo, Iowa 50701

Mark Stephen Matteson 310 Hillcrest Drive Moberly, Missouri 65 270

Daniel Craig Matthews 11031 Jerries Lane St. Louis, Missouri 631 36

John Christopher Mundy 21 Grantwood Lane St. Louis, Missouri 63123

Michael Rusch Murphy 222 East 7th Hastings, Nebraska 68901 John Francis Navrat 204 North Belmont Wichita, Kansas 67208

Jeffrey Bradford Nedblakc 561 2 Oak Ridge Court Kansas City, Missouri 64151

Jeffrey Alan Mattingly 983 North Avenue Des Plaines, Illinois 60016

Jaime Nicto-Ituarte Hacienda Corralejo No. 43 Bosques De Echegaray Edo. de Mexico, Mexico

William Thomas Mcrick Route No. 1, Box 39 Catron, Missouri 63833

Gregory James Oberhaus 1 25 Dawn Drive Washington, Missouri 63090

Eugenio Soule Mesta Zarco 2444 Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico

William Adam Ohlcmucller, Jr. P. O. Box 1438 San Antonio, Texas 78295

David Robert Mills 206 Bristol Webster Groves, Missouri 63119

Marco Antonio Pardo Enriquez 105 Pa pa nt la, Ver., Mexico

Tod David Minnigerode 1014 Fontaine Place St. Louis, Missouri 63141

Jack Hugh Parker II 2438 Salem Road Brentwood, Missouri 63144

Kelly Shawn Loyd 8 Charleroi Place Lake St. Louis, Missouri 63367

Stephen Patrick Molina 390 Gerald Drive Florissant, Missouri

Lance Mitchell Parsons Route No. 4, Box 267 St. Charles, Missouri

Clinton Douglas Luckinbill Route No. 2, Box 240 Guthrie Center, Iowa 50115

Francisco Morales-Puron 445 Ave. Lomas Del Valle Monterrey, N.L. Mexico

Peter Hans Peters 841 Blossom Lane, Apt. No. 102 Wheeling, Illinois 60090

Brian Keith Lutke 242 Maple Park Drive Pekin, Illinois 61554

Eric John Mortenson 1600 Pollock Road Mexico, Missouri 65265

Gary Dale Phillips Route No. 1 Dexter, Missouri 63841

Geary William Lynch Richard John Lynch III 1232 West 61st Kansas City, Missouri

Charles Michael Mostar Erik Karl Mostar Route 1, Box 210 Higginsville, Missouri 64037

Terrence William Podgorski 3484 Whirlaway Drive Northbrook, Illinois 60062

Carl Owen McAfee 1524-21st

Earl Thomas Moulder, Jr. 3100 East Battlefield Road

Martyn Riggs Lomax Route No. 1, Boxl 24 Dittmer, Missouri 63023 David Raymond Long Route No. 2 DeSoto, Missouri 63020 Lance Lincoln Loveless Route No. 3 Carlinville, Illinois 62626

Lon Jay Lowenstein J1200 Summit Kansas City, Missouri 64114

Michael Lee Pomeroy Route 2, Box 310 Fair Grove, Missouri 65648

Jeffrey William Pool 2525 West Lawrence Springfield, Illinois 62704

Javier Porragas-Moreno 46 Naranjos Jardinesde San Mateo Estado de Mexico, Mexico Donald Lee Powell 511 West Jackson Centerville, Iowa 52544 Charles Joseph Preece 1629 South Kentwood Springfield, Missouri 65804

Karick Asa Price 2036 Hoffner Avenue Orlando, Florida 32809 Oscar Cruz Prieto Calle Sucre Res. Don Emilio Apt. A-10, Chacao, Edo Miranda Caracas, Venezuela John Kennedy Pye 2007 Club View Drive Springfield, Illinois 62704

Russell Arthur Radant 2421 West Roberts Street Appleton, Wisconsin 54911 Randolph Allen Rapps Route No. 2, Box 1 26 Washington, Missouri 63090

Ralph William Riess 6202 Tanzmar Drive St. Louis, Missouri 63129

Thomas L. Rockenstein Route No. 1, Box 339 O’Fallon, Missouri 63366 Todd Alan Rogers 4630 Towne South Road St. Louis, Missouri 63128 John Douglas Rose 601 East Eastwood Street Marshall, Missouri 65340

Kyle Erwin Russell 1210 West Broadway Columbia, Missouri 65201

David Blake Sanders 21 26 Morgan Drive Norman, Oklahoma 73069 Ty Young Sanders Box 187 Berryville, Arkansas 72616 Jeffrey Brian Scheid Route No. 1, Box 746 Cloverdale, Indiana 46120

Keith Stone Schcncwerk

1974-75 Roster of Cadets P.O. Box 33 Ashland, Missouri 65010

P. O. Box 46 Belleville, Illinois 62222

Dennis Tod Schmadcke Route No. 1 Dakota City, Nebraska 68731

Stephen Craig Stiles Route 1, Box 198 Marianna, Arkansas 72360

John Alfred Schnitzler 2208 West Erie Avenue Lorain, Ohio 44052

John Robb Straith 4820 North Adams Road Troy, Michigan 48084

Steven Roger Schulz P. O. Box 996 Ardmore, Oklahoma 73401

Garret Clifford Swanson Star Route No. 1 Valentine, Nebraska 69201

Brian C. Sherry Route No. 2 Pleasant Plains, Illinois 62677

David Kenneth Swinney 2933 Sullivan St. Louis, Missouri 63107

Mexico City, Mexico

Hector Jose Trujillo

Charles Newhall Shiels 401 East Main Street Washington, Missouri 63090

Jackie Lerna nd Shropshire 4181a Farlin St. Louis, Missouri 63115 Philip Ganes Siebert 29 Hawthorne Lane Springfield, Illinois 62707 Brian Kevin Sims 1921 St. Clair Drive Pekin, Illinois 62554

Christopher Edmund Skinner 449 West 67th Terrace Kansas City, Missouri 64113

John Calvert Skinner 3426 South Florence Place Tulsa, Oklahoma 74105 James Tucker Smith Route No. 1 Wooldridge, Missouri 65287

Perry Neal Spccse 1011 Chatham Place Rocky River, Ohio 44116 John Blaine Speicher Route No. 1 Waukee, Iowa 50263 John Calvin Steinhoff 1603 Chilton Jacksonville, Illinois 62650

Kent David Stephens 9157 Ranchill Drive Cincinnati, Ohio 45231

John Joseph Stoeber

Patrick G. Sweeney 174 North Buena Vista Newark, Ohio 43055

Michael Kent Tankersley 5600 West 25th Tulsa, Oklahoma 74107 Mark Mitchell Taylor 1401 North Jefferson Cryston City, Missouri 63019 Thomas Howard Taylor 1401 North Jefferson Cryston City, Missouri 63019

Thomas Howard Taylor 27 Dartford St. Louis, Missouri 63105

Kenneth Earl Terry 389 Crown Point Columbia, Missouri 65201

August C. Tctzlaff 6525 Granada Drive Prairie Village, Kansas 66208 Mark Andrew Thorne 255 Circle Court Palatine, Illinois 60067 Michael Allen Totta 3308 Norton Independence, Missouri 64052 Alejandro Toulet-Lazos Oscar Toulet-Lazos Alpes No. 330 Mexico 10, D.F. Mexico

Dana Edwin Toussaint 117 Riviera Drive Granite City, Illinois 62040 Jaime Octavio Tremari Paseo de Las Palmas 1 120

Rudolfo Antonio Trujillo Av. 3G No. 79-75 Maracaibo, Venezuela William Reid Tweedie III 407 Schellridgc Road Jefferson City, Missouri 65101

Michael Jon Urness 705 Wa (field Lane St. Louis, Missouri 63141 Gary William Vaughn 5370 Meaders Lane Dallas, Texas 75229

Bernard Meinard Veldkamp III 12200 West 18th Drive Lakewood, Colorado 80215 Richard Scott Vidor 97 Linden Lane Springfield, Illinois 62707 John Anthony Vlahek 9007 DeBouprc East St. Louis, Illinois 62203 Jeffrey Allen Walker 1415 North Sioux Claremore, Oklahoma 74017 Kerry John Walker 431 3a Tejon Columbia, Missouri 65201

Kevin Ricardo Walker 5041 North Kingshighway St. Louis, Missouri 63115 Michael Wayne Wallace 2152 Erin Place Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73120

Richard Tumpack Ward 256 Glengary Drive Boligbrook, Illinois 60439

Mike Warman 2205 Avondale Street Wichita Falls, Texas 76308

Christopher Waters James Darnall Waters 519 South Walnut Rochester, Illinois 62563 Kieth Robert Weaver Mark Steven Weaver Robert Glen Weaver 16W771-56th Clarendon Hills, Illinois 60514

Kim Kennard Webber Route No. 2 Yates Center, Kansas 66783 Robert Daniel Whaley 7925 West 97th Street Hickory Hills, Illinois 60457 Dale Earl Williams Route No. 3, 14 Lakeview Drive Hillsboro, Missouri 63050

Perry Joe Wise 1301 East Lake Shore Drive Springfield, Illinois 62707 Thomas Edward Wittman 1405 Ashland Avenue, Apt. 3-C Des Plaines, Illinois 60016 James William Wolach 1934-26th Avenue Greeley, Colorado 80631

Jay J. Wollums 132 Willow Road Rochester, Illinois 62563 James Francis Wopart III 9536 East 34th Street Tulsa. Oklahoma 74145

Michael Ansel Wragc Valentine, Nebraska 69201

Christopher John Yoest Route 2, Box 96C Camdenton, Missouri 65020

Hal Grady Zang 411 Gian Tai Drive Manchester, Missouri 63011

Matthew McGinnis Warnock 226-12th Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25701

Scott Douglas Zike Manor Court, Apartment 4B Kingston 8. Jamaica

Barry Dyer Waters 1808 Wistoria Court Mt. Prospect. Illinois 60056

Thomas Kerry Zindler 1109 West Fairview Avenue Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005

In Memoriam

Mrs. Bertha Grantham Mrs. Bertha Grantham, supervisor of the M.M.A. Cadet Lounge for the past four years, died on May 17, just before the end of the school year. Always ready with a warm smile, she will be missed by all.

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