Blair Academy - Acta Yearbook (Blairstown, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 108 of the 1949 volume:

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The contents of this volume presenting the senior class and also pictures of the various clubs, societies and athletic teams, are our efforts to reflect the life at Blair in the year of our graduation. PUBlISHlD Bl THE ClASS ASIA 1949 Page 4 Illllllllllll MR. CHARLES LeROY STECKEL It is with profound appreciation of many years of faithful service to Blair Academy that the class of 1949 dedicates its Acta to Charles LeRoy Steckel, commissioned a Captain in the First World War, who became a member of the Blair faculty in 1929, and since that time has served as master of mathematics in the Upper School, as house master of West Hall, the Lower School dormitory, and as coach and adviser of the boys under his care. The members of the class of 1949, especially those who as West Hall boys will always associate their first impressions of Blair with Captain Steckel's congenial companionship, will always remember him as a respected master and a loyal friend. llll IIEAIIMASTHI MR. BENJAMIN D. ROMAN Mr. Benjamin D. Roman, having succeeded Dr. Charles H. Breed in 1947, has served Blair through its Centennial Anniversary. Upon his graduation from Brown University, Mr. Roman received a B. A. degree and later was awarded an LL. B. degree from Suffolk Law School. In 1934 he was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar. In addition to the above, Mr. Roman was a student at Harvard Uni- versity and at Boston University. Prior to becoming Headmaster he was connected with the Peddie School, Brookline High School, the Runkle Elementary School, and Phillips Exter Academy. Page 5 Wrycftwfl UQXVV' M ASQN v GAYWWLD e, CO' Mhlvgicltinson Cove? ntered BA., Un,vcrS3W' if ling' mbia Head 0 lu v m wil- Sen,0f11ng- Yslaif nt- lisla DCPa me llsb- gyr- HASWS1 Ro-1 E EaEi2:2-SS Spmigar LE. .K of A reg B8 Umversi Kege. hnte Dncdort fyela Co Atlaletlc HOBSC' in 19270 tcfluoni tlvll 0 it chem Otis 1iaslPY' W e mggltf 1 .- C - Q' V oa X xvxlxf i U' ' X QP HAROLD FREDERICK WnLK- ER, A.B., Williams DHIYCY' sity, Columbia ilniversity, University of Paris, Umvei sity of Havana. Entered Blair 1912. Registrar. tlii' ' fi , t,.i t - f iiiaiit -t a H b in ik.- eg- ,ff svegfg ?sL,p,', CHARLES LEROY STECKEL, Pennsylvania .State Coitgg-. Entered Blair In Mathematics. Housemaster 0 West Hall. f 1 fl -V -.1 i Page 6 SYLVANUS ARNOLD ZIM MERMAN, B.S., Colgate Uni versity. Entered Blair 1912 Head of Science Depart- ment. yjarsity Golf Coach 1 , ,Lf . 5. Rf..--3.--ya fyy- If-'e 'Pc 5 .. , CHESTER WADSWORTH WIL- LIAMS, B.A., Edm., Colgate and Harvard. Entered Blair in 1920. American and Modern History. Blue and White Key. Swimming Coach. 'Ladd' ' 1 E HERBERT HARRIS EDDY, A.B., A. M., Princeton, Middle- bury, Universities De Paris Dijon Nacy Grenoble. En- tered Blair 1929. Head of Foreign Languages. French teacher. Housemaster of Locke. ' Q .- ig! JOSEPH KELSALL, Mus. B., Ithaca College, Westminster Choir College. Entered Blair in 1933. Director of Choir and Glee Club. . 5. fm ' fv- CHARLES ERWIN HALL, A.B., A. M., University of Ver- mont, Columbia University. Entered Blair in 1936. Head of Mathematics Department. Housemaster of South Cot- tage. EUGENE FRANCIS HOGEN- AUER, B.S., Haverford Col- lege. Entered Blair in 1937. German A, B, C. Problems of American Democracy. Camera Club. Lightweight Football. Varsity Tennis. u gl W' N , n 1 FEILNANDO Mzincuu., B.A., Drew University, Columbia University, University of Havana. Entered Blair in 1938. Spanish. Houscmastcr of East Hall. Director of Senior Activities. Coach of Soccer and Assistant Coach of Baseball. Davm Porren ELLIOTT, B.S., Princeton University, Co- lumbia University. Entered Blair in 1944. English B, C, D. Student Council. Sty- lus. C Squad Basketball. SMZQW. CHAnl.Es Wau- GAMAN, Stevens , New and J. V. Soccer, Housemas- of ,Milllarook. 'I -fi. ' ' K.. K . , - f.. ' ig . A. , ff ,. - ,f. 3. .. -.c....i.1 f , -.1 5231, ag james BRECHEN PENDER, B.S.,Cornell University 1Le- high during the Warj. En- tered Blair in 1941. Physics and Plane Geometry. Science Club. Coach of Cross-Coun- try and Track. LAWRENCE RODNEY BoAz, A.B., Th.B., Lafayette Col- lege, Princeton Theological Seminary. Entered Blair in 1945. Religion. Omicron Kappa Delta. Foo: JOHN KEMPH, BS Univ - . . . 1 er- Zty' of Virginia, Upsaja Col- 89, Middle University ofbxgfdrigolige ered Blair in 1945. Sim,-,Jil and History. Press Club Ad- viser. Program Director, PRES7-O Iv Au N Coach- ,'erSitY.6 A' Bllcltn. H175 L Oli, . ell Chg:-fpd Blairfn-bm Univcirg S. 'Cal Dr 'fl 1944 ' . , U Cuenca A axiymg, SI . Mix, lub dvlser lop 3 ' zo Hoblfd .V a. 'X..,R wg.. g . X-. E A , 43-TMZND HE Sify, -M,, NR Y I-1 Dr STA :Entered lsryarfj eg 'Unjvef r a n . 'V KU 'r 1I Wersi! evaljl .SU 947. 'J' LOW Intern Wofld MHls. ff Sci., 3 .fdi I . Arhleticsocier y. DONALD W. Lamumalt, B.S., Mul-ilenburg College, Mahne- mann Medical College. En- tered Blair in 1947. Biology and General Science and Hygiene. Archery Coach. Page 7 f:..,,,,....9c if ff n i 1 5 K sv G RT EWIN , N DEHA 'ver- WINSO M-ami Uni BIS., M.A-s lconege, C0- ' TeacherS I E tered it-:l,b,9, Univegsitygiusig AP- Blalr lil l94L.ower School feCi3I10Ui B nd. P , - a Music, Plano' FRANK K. HYATT, ZND, B.S., Ursinus College, New York University Graduate School of Meteorology. En- tered Blair in 1948. Mathe- matics and Chemistry. WILLARD WINTER CHASE, A.B.,M.A., Middlebury Col- lege, Teachers College, Co- lumbia University. Entered Blair in 1948. Latin and English. Dramatics Club. CHMLE5 STAN WIN, AB M TON Goon- Bread Lin 'Al' Bowdoin 3 S lull, Columbglooijof Eng- Teachers niv ' I C ersiry illalr in 19480llTe' Entered lznglish ' 0Wer S5110 I S ' Reading a d 'O fudies. n Social B., ja-, A' . HEY5i . U - l3lQlfi'Z.. vt icilfffi, Util- vefsity of 3 S School of 0f.li:z.i, Hari? MCQYQM' 8, English. CQ. Blair 01,194 Dramatics Clu stef Society'- NCEE, CHARLES li' RlUni- DK- M D. Williaffgs Roch- AIBT Unlversltv 0 dicine versitYi h ox of Me hog, SC 0. . 42. SC eshtred Blu' ln 19 E . Phy Sician- Page 8 ROBERT B. PORTER, B.A., Colgate University, Syra cuse. Entered Blair in 1948. Latin, English. Dance Band EXECUTIVE STAFF WILLIAM NAIRNE BAILEY, B.S., William and Mary, Princeton University. En- tered Blair in 1948. Mathe- matics. Ada Adviser. j.V. Football Coach. Assistant Swimming Coach. . r 1 !O'UQ's Q I :Y I nl ,X Roig x1N,ERgAA1'EX-'KNDER B0 Colle ' 'f MA Tr. P . Sf, C01 , inity Ury' Efltereduabla Univer- English a air in . nd I 1948. mg' FSCUI Remedml Read- Brcrzc. Liggfwlgdviser of the Coach. 'Slit Football F. Ernest Rea ---.------------------....--.. Treasurer Virginia Cook ----,, Sect'y to the Headmaster Mary Owen ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Seefy to the Registrar Mrs. Hazel Maines.Sect'y to the Treasurer Ray Transue ,,,,,,,,,-,,,...-,---.------ Boolslieeper Lester Mcrcile .,..,--.----,--,-- ..... B ookkecper Mrs. Susan Cooke .....--.------- ---.-- L ibrariarl Marion Cox, B.S., M.A. .,..-..------- Dietitian Margaret L. Cushman, B.S .,,,, Housemother Mrs. Charles Steckel, A.B. ---, Houscmother Mrs, Pearl Rice ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Housekccpcr Edythe M. Marston Dining Room Hostess Ward R. Young .--- Assistant Football Couch George Snovcr ...,.,..,,,,,.,,,, Superintendent of Grounds and Buildings n A srmlons A .IP Q, Sl IDR MASS IIHIIIIRS ARTHUR MUELLER Treasurer PIERCE LONERGAN JOHN HADDAD Vice-Prexident Secrvtar J' -N Jikk li 3 Scott Tyres, john Haddad, Ar- thur Mueller, Pierce Loncrgan. SCOTT TYREE President X ff N Q ff.. D cgry WU ale! 6 ,Q IW' SQKESZXLWA iw- 5 JAMES LINWOOD ABERLE R. D- NO- 1 Stockton, N. J. jim, alias The Spider, came to Blair six years ago, and during his long stay on the hill has made a very admirable record. Prominent in both extracurricular activities and athletics, jim also found time to make the honor roll, and was truly a fine leader on the campus. Honor Roll, President Blue and White Key Cabinet, '49, Omicron Kappa Delta Society President, '49, Managing Editor Breeze, '49, Choir, '47, '48, '49, Glee Cluh, '49, Press Club, Vice-President, Stylus, '49, Treasurer Science Club, '49, Varsity 331 Wrestling, '47, '48, '49, Cheerleader, '49, Varsity B Association, Blue Color u . ROBERT ERIC ALMGREN 49 Bailey Avenue Hillside, N. J. As one of the star members of East Hall bridge club, Bob could usually be found around one of the tables in the Ark's commons room. Besides his extracurricu- lar activities, he was good in his school work. Bob will be remembered for his good- natured ways and friendly attitude towards everyone. Out for Varsity Golf, Camera Club, Science Club, Acta, '49, Chess Club, '49, Band and Concert Band, White Color Club. ANDREW B. BACHO, JR. 2 East Delaware Avenue Pennington, N. J. Andy soon gained recognition on the Blair campus as being one of Blair's top pass receivers on the gridiron. His personality and good looks soon made him a favorite on the hill. Although Andy gets along with everybody at Blair, it has been rumored at Millbrook that his way with the fair sex is nothing short of the spec- tacular. Wearer of the B Varsity Football, '49, Varsity Basketball, '49, White Color Club. x - 1 J f' P ' r CE BRUCE BAHRENBURG S , gaekg t Keyport, N. J. I J ruc t o ' ccer team, in two years has become one of Blair's QP ar, ys. lr perha best known for his snappy record col- cti ,, g hisvother aits is o called studying and in that Bruce really Qexc lax y - sit 'BDE er, , V rsity Association, Breeze, '48, '49, Choir, '49, In- i na ie ' igretary-Tr surer, '49, Omicron Kappa Delta, '48, '49, Bl ol lub. I x Kbgq, Q' 'F Page 12 W JW' M iiiffff' fm. Ke xrrioivnxs JAyflES.BA5NXj,f Route S31 I . Augusta, N. J. ' from m t go he3'vy on the Whoa 'ds' ery meal, bd: se hexcertai stands out as a ampi n' an an A meric y. Fo t ez ears Q as en a inspira- Clz lg ' d ll pf: B 'Q h h ' ' tix to Blair boys w'th is ne football, comm nda WIKZIICECE, nifaculohs marks, a wonderful wo dn. We all h e to see Tom lea A lair, ut ou lots will be '11 3 Yi-inceton's gain. ' xi t 1 I L! ' Q rack, Vargty F otball, 8, '49, I. V. Fo thall, '47, Varsity Track, '48, Co-Captain, '49, A , ditornin-Cltie '49, Varsity ' Association, '48, Secrdyy, 49, Omicron appa elta, '48, Sec' ary, '49, Webst r Society, Vice-President, 49, International Society '48, Vice-Preialent, '49, Camera Club, '49, Modern Music Society, '47, '48, Breeze, '48, Business anager, '49, Press Club, '48, '49, Blue Color Club, Choir, '49, RALPH PQ BALZAC, JR. 162 Brewster Road Scarsdale, N. Y. Uxeztudent Council, S48, Ho r Roll, '48, '49J Wearerj of the B for Football and Mr. Mason's little nemesis, Porfy, is the Ark's brightest little light bulb. Wherever he goes his amiable smile and sparkling wit Csometimes DOI so sparkling, light up the darkest corners. He likes to take off fusually at Mr. Pender's biddingj on the 100 yard dash in which he is proficient. Sometimes referred to as Ears, Ralph is active in athletics and extracurricular activities. Honor Roll, '46, B.A.A. Track, '46, Varsity B Track, '47, '48, Out for spring track, Lightweight Football, '47, B.A.A. Cross-Country, '48, Varsity B Associa- tion, Chess Club, '46, President, '47, International Society, '49, Omicron Kappa Delta, '49, Camera Club, '48, '49, White Color Club. LUDWIG GEORGE BAUMAN - 1116 West 7th Street Plainfield, N. J. Not to be known as one of the quieter boys of East, Ludwig could usually be found around the bridge table in the Ark's commons room. As one of Coach Kuk's managers in both football and baseball Ludwig was always very dependable and never failed while on the job. Varsity B , Football Manager, '48, Baseball Manager, '49, Varsity B Associa- tion, Dramatic Club, '45, '47, '48, International Society, '47, '48, Stylus, '48, Breeze, '48, White Color Club. GRANT MONTGOMERY BEDELL 630 Lincoln Avenue Mt. Vernon, N. Y. Grint joined us afterxserving two and a half years in the Army as an M.P. He went out for football butxa bad leg hampered him. In the winter term he was on the inioeir track team, throwing the Dhotput. His favorite pastime is writing to Mailnroiint College. - ' ,, 6. V. Football, Indoor Track, Blue 'Colbi Club. ,X X X . X - Qi X vs - x K' ' 'i xx iq. , ' 1 'PN i , QL , p gL7!g7'70 AWA! QL Xkxjffj ,Q 50 ffffgf 9214147196607 f, 1 W'-' f!f6fQzf1f't' WAQJJ4! 4? BERT BLACK PLL 126 Glenside, Pa. ' dge is power holds true Bob is certainly a powerful t 1 , fl f low. s n the honor roll regularly throughout the year and showed a ural a de for study But Bob is far from being an indoor man He is a ter- I I . . . . . XM er and great deal of his time is spent at this, his favorite sport. We t n essary to wish Bob success, because we feel certain he will achieve his al. Honor Roll, '49, Varsity Golf, J. V. Basketballg Blue Color Club. HENRIQUE ALFREDO BLOHM Caracas Country Club, Avenida Los Cedros Caracas, Venezuela A worthy representative from Caracas, Freddie made a deep impression on the first East floor. His was the first radio station that the Ark has seen in a long time, and he provided us with melody of both North and South American origin. Because of his knack of making fast friends, he is well known on the hill. I. V. Swimming, '49, Camera Club, '49, White Color Club. GEORGE TAYLOR BRECHT, JR. 722 Bridle Road Glenside, Pa. George has set his sights for an Electrical Engineering School at Lafayette and if he continues like he has this year at Blair, he should get it. As one of the bright spots on top floor East, he was always ready to help out whenever he could and generally made the year more pleasant for everyone. Out for Golfg Blue Color Club. JOHN H. BROPHY 13 Nelson Place Irvington, N. J. A long shadow stretches itself across the dusty road from Millbrook. Behind it, Broph is seen steaming onto Clinton. During his long stand at the school, his presence is always requested by the illustrious package receivers. His chief key to fame on Blair rests on his aptitude for funny practical jokes. Band, '45, '46, '47, '48, Camera Club, '45 ,'46, '47, Press Club, '47, '48, '49, Tennis Manager, '49, White Color Club. , ,,, l RW Vxhfx X, fbi ,HJ 3 Q .pf li ,IJ Q gig' l If N Xxx A if 1 ,V ff 1, T, IZ. gif' ff-,vga-1--4 74s-ff'-1 7 s'-' X 0 S' ' 0 s HERB SAUNDERS CAMPBELL 30 Eiim Scarsdale, N. Y. cqShep ' tg'more reserved boys on the hill. Although he can be re- mews istory English brain, he also Ends time to look after his mod irplanes and wom 't reside in East this year, he had plenty of time for his studies. Out for Spring Track: White Color Clu . ANDRES JOSE DE CHENE Salinla 284, Curacao Netherlands West Indies Andy, a tall, thin, curly haired boy with a big smile, came to Blair this year from the Netherlands West Indies to become one of the best liked Spanish boys on the campus. He learned the English language and customs very fast and during the winter was a breaststroker on the swimming team. Varsity B Swimming, '49g Out for Varsity Tennisg Varsity B Associationg White Color Club. FERNANDO M. CHUMACEIRO, JR. Ave. Dr. Gustavo Risquez Maracaibo, Venezuela Chumo is one of Blair's better jokesters. If anyone ever asks him what his ambition is he always states that he is going to be President of Venezuela. His chief personal hobbies are smoking and reading, but he is one boy 'always willing to do anything for the good of the school. Varsity Baseball in Springg White Color Club. RONALD MENDEZ CHUMACEIRO Quinta San Pedro KX 5 J, Caracas, Venezuela + ,X xg A .1 x 1.1 gi Ronny came up rexvas sixth er sh boy,l but wlfn heyy lgre a' wxmonths a gregtxchailge me r hirri All gh he has tkept lt' nvrk to a h stamfrd, heh twgds e to kid a'rxo'uhXd withlqhe bQys.f ' xi A f' K . .l M ,,.. Q. al -Ji K i:9Sp??: ol3?yiEvug 5 I-USOUYG Dgwaticy hh, ak N X xl ,S X - ,, li Q4 I, Q ,I i 4 , x ti, I ll Il D V M Y ' .A i V X? lxf 'fl 1 X il it 9 I' Page 'lx fl 1' X mx ix JW' Wei' M U pn- M' JBGAQM6, ,amiga NLTM19 ww YW MP + I 'Aff ZOLJ4. f f . K HARRY AAI .ON COHEN , 45 Grand Avenue Washington, N. J. I Harry was aptly named the Worry Wort, mainly lfecausefhe as the foremost exponent of worrying on the campus. Following in the steps of hislrother Murray, Harry could be seen on the wrestling mats during the winter term. The Wort was an outstanding student, but he will long be remembered for his sharp neckties and talkative moods. Honor Roll, '49, J, V. Wrestling, '49, Blue and White Key, '49, Press Club, '49, Breeze, '49, White Color Club. JOHN BOYCE COLLINS 28 Seeley Avenue Keansburg, N. J. Johnny, as most boys call him, integrated himself into campus life well in his year up here. A resident of Ark's third floor, he can always be counted on for laughs when the occasion arises. His figure is always seen rushing late for his classes. ,I L, ,fxjg Omicron Kappa Delta, White Color Club. ? ' up ' . JOHN MONTGOMERY CRANE Q V 1107 Lexington Avenue New York, N. Y. This year john left the boys ,and went down to Gateway to reside with the other three hermits. Quiet and popular jawn always managed to pull down honor grades and participate in extracurricular activities wholeheartedly. As Copy Editor of the Breeze and President of the Press Club, John could always be depended on to do more than his share of the work. Honor Roll, '46, '47, '48, '49, Breeze, '48, Copy Editor, '49, Acta, Novelty Editor, '49, Press Club. President, '49, Choir, '47, '48, '49, Stylus, '48, '49, Science Club, '48, '49, Blue Color Club. 3 CH LES A. CRAWLEY Hote B y, 5 Ea will rect New York, N. Y. Anfon trad ons th ad a old, attered clothes Creep has been weari g a und e ca pus ast ' year An outstanding player on the J.V oc a or t years, Ch lie ma d to make the wrestling squad dnri t of te s er its, ' e is one of the most rabid D er f in th s redic'ts will win thikeason. W er the ', . . S er, , , S '49, cta, '49, sic 'So ' ty, ' ACM Club. g 1 1 2 6, 3 5 3 J Page 15 Page 16 ,6Jj,,wJMw0,,ff 421 ,fp MARCEL CURIEL P. O. Box 232 - Caracas, Venezuela Across the rolling hills of the Blair campus, the galloping form of Marcel Curiel with his ever faithful companion, Ronald Jensen, could often be seen. Many a time East has been shaken by the ferocious battle staged by these two inseparable young bucks. Through the many trials and tribulations of a sometime hectic Senior life, Marcel never lost his sparkling smile that made him so many friends. Webster Society, '49, Dramatic Club, '49g Varsity Tennis, '49, White Color Club. JOHN ADAM DAVIDSON 298 Greenway Road Ridgewood, N. J. John was another addition to Blair this year, and it was not long before he was right up in limelight as our star quarterback. John, although usually reserved, has been known to cut loose occasionally at Mr. Larrimer's table as one of the renowned Animals of the Zoo. Wearer of the Varsity B g Football, '48, Basketball, '49p Blair Breeze, '49. MERLE LEWIS DAY, IR. R. D. N . 1 Wharton, N. Af ,SonnqJI:11st lit fell w, a giant at . He always plays the gsm ' 3 will ' d its heuigwexr f bask ba,ll and ba eball tel d him t be I e f t 1 mo faithf mbj. wil undoubt- edl1b4',i,s4zi lie 1922, Mt ' esp slJ?cgg:36' f Mix 55 'meth 1 Lwyglub. H f I, 'A,nv EVERETT BRITTON DAYTON Powerville Road Bogntgn, NMI, Ed is one of those fellows who always seems wrapped up in deep thought. He takes his studies seriously, but it doesn't take much to bring a ready smile to his face. Ed comes and goes without any pomp, but he is always on the job and true to his word. His keenness, plus his ability to do his work faithfully, will be all, we believe, that Ed will need. White Color Club. PHILLIPS CHAMPNEY DECKER 28 Olcott Avenue Bernardsvillet, N. J. Although Phil is a new member to Blair's chain gang, his hound-dog features have been inserted into most of the Blair bull sessions. Phil, Blair's own Gabriel Heatter, is known for his satirical comedy and motherly tenderness toward the squab- bling members of' the Ark. J. V, Basketball, '49, Science Club, '49, White Color Club. WILLIAM BISHOP DUNCAN Longstreet Road Holmdel, N. J. Bill, back at Blair this year for a post-graduate course, is one of the outstanding athletes on the campus. As co-captain of the football team last fall, Dune was named on the Newark Star-Ledger All-Prep football team, and during the winter he would be seen swimming the backstroke for Chet's mermen. While not participating in athletics, Bill's favorite pastime was playing practical jokes, for which he will long be remembered at the academy. Varsity B Association, '48, '49, Athletic Council, '49, Wearer of the B , Varsity Football, '46, '47, Co-Captain, '48, Varsity Swimming, '47, '48, '49, Science Club, '47, Blue Color Club. ROBERT EISENBERG 40 Gifford Avenue Jersey City, N. J. Bob, a newcomer to Blai is well known all over the campus as an anti-Hague boy from Jersey Cityf A ram conversationalist he livens up any dull session. Being an ardpnt politi ' to enter the law field in partnership with his Dad. When tennis on will be a promising contender, for a netman position ir arsi to attend either Dartmouth or Wesleyan o e B B . I fl' ebste ciet i io y, White Color Club, Out for Varsity Tennis. 9' . . HARRISON EUDY, JR. Derbyshi!:PRoa Cleveland Heights, Ohio son airstow s anch manager of the Cleveland Indians, Tuck club H always remember Blair, and especially the nick 651: r l ye , Blair has had as one of its students, Cleveland's favorite n . ,er fa' in . e na Jac ende st g e li' Useless. As one of Steve's baseball men, Tuck w ful tu e ound the diamond a a c p' ' . Baske Manager, '49, J. V. Basketball Manager, '47, Out for asit a a Choir 4 46 47 '48 '49 Modern Music Society, '48, Q Y 511.5195 . Q Sent eralist, '47, International Society, '48, Blue Color Club. if Page 17 , Xfwflyf 7fgp4.74,4a4:4c0Q?a4..i.f604-ff .JW fs. ,f'ff Qj,ffVllJ.lLZ3l5f'i!f , W GRAHAM BRUCE FORD R 105 B1'i11'Cliff R02d , I Mountain Lakes, N. As one of Coach Pender's track men, Bruce was well-known for his ability on the cinders. One of the more popular members of top Ark and a very amiable guy, he was well liked and respected by all. Out for Track, '49g Blue Color Club. ETHAN ALLEN GEARHART, JR. 3102 Turner Street Allentown, Pa. What! Another time trial? Well, well. Here we have old Eth expostulating on his favorite sport-cross-country. One of Mr. Pender's heel-worn harriers, Eth was the team's ha ies: little sunshine. As a result of his enthusiastic artici ation PP in this s ort, Eth alon with his teammates has become a time-worn veteran of the P i 8 i iniirmary. It looks as though he is running towards success. Varsity B Cross-Country, '47, '48g J. V. Basketball, '48g Out for Spring Trackg Varsity B Association, White Color Club. 301 Hardwick Street Belvidere, N. J. JAMES LAURENCE GLEASON Page 18 Jimmy has created many friends here on the hill during his brief stay. In his character it is evident that great things are hidden, just waiting to be unleashed. Blair has a fine student in him. Camera Club, '49g Out for Varsity Baseball, Blue Color Club. DIEGO LUIS LOPEZ GONZALEZ Calle 25 No. 967, Vedado Havana, Cuba Living down at Fullers, Diego is not too well known on the campus. Not being familiar with English he seems to be quiet, but his Spanish friends say he has the greatest collection of jokes and odd sayings in the world. Blue Color Club. WW ALAN HARALD GOODYEAR 43 Esmond Place Tenafly, N. 1. For a little guy, Al made quite a name for himself during his one year on the hill. During the fall term he was a plucky backfield man and he played a good game of basketball for Mr. Haskins in the winter. Although he didn't live in East, he will be remembered by the Ark's gang as a good athlete and swell guy. B.A.A. Football, '48, Out for Varsity Basketball, Out for Track in Spring, White Color Club. EDWARD THOMAS GRECK 35 Prospect Street Binghamton, N. Y. Ed came up here in September as a veteran of World War ll, and leaves here a veteran trouble the hill Out for '49, Choir, '49, Glee Club, '49, German Club, '49, Blue Color Club. of domestic wars. Because of his very capable speaking, he gets himself into now and then with his forceful arguments. He is well liked by all those on who know him, and especially by the boys in Millbrook. Spring Track, Student Council Representative from Millbrook, Webster Society, 't- ROBERT A. GREENFIELD 370 Summit Avenue Hackensack, N. J. Noise issues forth from East 236, a blond tousled head sticks sheepishly out the door, but Greenie gets away with it once more. A fun-lover, Bob can be seen in any prank that comes up on second Ark. Together with his roommate, they share more 90's than any other room. He is a rare serious bridge player and is widely known on that account. I. V. Baseball. '48, Science Club, '49, Acta Staff, '49, Out for Varsity Baseball, '49, Blue Color Club. BARRETT MOULTON GROSS 4 French Road Kingston, R. I. Little Barrie arrived on the campus from his native Rhode Island, and imme- diately made quite a name for himself on the gridiron, and then in the winter he 'excelled as one of Uncle Chet's mermen. It was rumored that Barrie started the East-Insley feud in October, but who knows - - -! Varsity B Football, '48, Varsity Swimming, '49, Out for Baseball in Spring, Varsity B Association, Blue Color Club. Page 19 X Page 20 6. A Pqxq .34 bp' sf A EDUARDO DE LA GUARDIA Apartado 246 Panama City, Republic of Panama As a member of' last fall's soccer squad, de la Guardia was noted for his out- standing play and fine sportsmanship. Off the soccer field he was known as a fine fellow and a wonderful sport. These characteristics marked him as one of the best liked Spanish boys on the campus. Varsity B Associationg Wearer of the B 5 Varsity Soccerg Blue Color Club. GEORGE VERNER GUSTAFSON Blairstown New Jersey George, in the short time that he has been at Blair, has won many friends with his quiet and sincere ways. Like many new Blair boys, he has found the work hard, but through hard work he has succeeded in making a good name for himself on the hill. Blue Color Club. JOHN HADDAD 1009 Park Avenue New York, N. Y. The Sheik of Araby paused long enough in his world travels to leave us with a lasting impression. Always leader in his class, he is very active in athletics and extracurricular activities. His only comment: It's a cinch. Now and then The Bearded Prophet studies Cnot too hardj. His favorite pastime, though, is upsetting rooms. He says he likes a room to look lived in. Honor Roll, '47, '48, '49g Cum Laude, '48, '49, Secretary of Senior Class: Varsity B Wrestling, '493 Varsity B Association, J. V. Football, '48g Camera Club, '47g President, '48, '493 Science Club, '47, Treasurer, '48, President, '49, Acta Photo Editor, '48, '49g Stylus, '48, '495 Blue Color Club. GEOF EY MEADE HEDDEN 124 Parso Street Q Easton, Pa, G ff ir this fall EK' course after being discharged from the Army y, as l s . - the conversation moving with his tales of the Army Ge is a M mera Club member, and would be a fine addition to a ani 'o . After V 9 g Blair he plans to enter Lafayette to take an engm cour . Choir, '4 g Glee C 9 Blue Color Club. 1, I, f I L , ...ff Q v aff . .wwf ,th m4,M4p5,, ,L , . 4 ,.1.- Vw it CRAWFORD M. HERRICK, JR. 121 The Vineyard, Kenwood Station Oneida, N. Y. Red, or Humphrey, a most valuable player at tackle on Coach Kuk's 1948 eleven, came to Blair in September of this year and it has been a memorable year for him. Red will always be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor. He will never forget those wonderful English classes with Mr. Mason and that familiar phrase, Now, Herr-ick. Honor Roll, '49, Wearer of the B , Varsity Football, '48, Varsity B Association, 39, Salus, '49, J. V. Basketball, '49, Breeze, '49, Out for Varsity Baseball, '49, White olor 'ub. HARRY KLEBER HERRICK 1105 Worthington Street Springfield, Mass. Harry is a cross between an Ipana ad and the proverbial man of distinction picture with his ever-ready smile and sense of humor always present at any time of the day. During his Eve years at Blair he has established a reputation for being a man with a purpose, but just what it is we haven't learned, unless it is to be the poor man's Bill Stern. Blair Band, '45, Cheerleader, '46, Light Weight Football, '45, '47, Dramatics Club, '47, Wrestling Manager, '49, Press Club, '49, Blue and White Key Cabinet, '48, '49, Vice- President Blue and White Key Cabinet, '49, Blair Breeze Staff, '48, Co-Manager Circu- lation Board of Blair Breeze, '49, J. V. Football, '48, Acta Board, '49, White Color Club. JOSEPH s. HILL Hillwood Lakes Trenton, N. 1. Possessor of one of the school's most unusual nicknames, Bunker is as familiar to Blair boys as the water tower or The Ark. When it comes to dives fthe kind you do in a swimming pool, of coursej Bunker is an authority, and who hasn't heard of his talents as a drummerman, or of his reputation for being a regular guy? Co-Captain Swimming Team, '49, also Varsity Letters in '47, '48. Captain Tennis Team, '49, also Varsity Letters in '48 and B.A.A. in '47. Member of undefeated Lightweight Football, '47, Athletic Council, '49, Dance Band, '49, School Band, '46, '47, '48, '49, Co-Manager Circulation Board of Breeze, '49, Vice-President, Camera Club, '48, Secretary, Camera Club, '47, Blue Color Club. WILLIAM ELLIOT HOPLER 19 Sherman Place Morristown, N. J. Good marks and a good guy, that's the way boys describe our Bill. For al- though plenty serious when it comes to studying, he is never without a smile. The gang from third floor won't soon forget Hop, for during the year his room seemed to be their meeting place. Varsity B Football Manager, '48, Varsity B Association, Choir, '49, White Color Club. Page 21 CLYDE HENRY HOSKING 44 West Dewey Avenue Wharton, N. J. Clyde came to Blair this year from Wharton, New Jersey, to take a post-gradu- ate course. He is a member of the elite third floor East gang and may be seen occasionally in the butt-room. Although not prominent in athletics, he is genial and well liked. White Color Club. EDGAR BENNETT HUNT, JR. 178 Harding Road Glen Rock N. J, ' 1 If the Gem Razor Company er ds a n for tyz ads ed's it. Big and husky, he played fullback on . Mar 's s r squ last a d uring the winter term he wa n e in r tra te e wawell li ed b ho knew Q him and the bigmoc Itfall wilnfong r mbe im for is dr se of humor. T! Varsit B Socc rg ndoo Trac P as bal lue 'olor Cl . y . Y al, OV YU v Lf-lx' T ' JJ ' 0 us 1' N ER AR AFF JR ue EJ New York D K ' ' ld e r y O. of Mr lliot's favont' ent Ythe last three wr ste will be beredyvhis fell classm es as alking jdcyclopedia D o he was wron en in t nd Bust t first look o l session er is w e 'R e or g of the ca Q at eld re , o h A ' g , o A e - ' . X e ' r wi b n f is ' ' i fi . , J, V. ,eball, ' , '47g for sity n sg Tr a urer us' ebster.Society, '49g ternatio Societ '49g ze Ci c ation rd, ' afxtafff 99 White C Club. ix A ,W . , Y 'Y 'OQQIZIJ ASWYN JE 4455 Broadway f bs New York, N. Y. Ronnie who hails from New Y r has been known for his quietness throughout his years at Blair. He will be reme ered for his fencing days. Ronnie has done considerable writing and expects to do more in history this year. He will, of course, always be remembered for his late arrival at Mr. Bailey's Algebra class. Chess Club, '465 Blue Color Club. I I ' I Y' ' ' M' cf' .. wx LW M N 53,33 , do K'-uno we-ti.-ug? Xlfliituv C'lo C- Sabian: flzodtnill' ox B357 luck CMAJ Laglgl-195 'Qui' og Yue. 'thai Cow ssc cares lo6f'l1 MC xl' 3 WA Cfgcwcuad ctwaag, quirks XC Vlecvyg Tpcdvva. eiQ1e,v ,-Q RICHARD AUSTIN KELLY Fells Road Essex Fells, N. J. Dick is one of those boys who acts quietly but has devilish plans in his mind. Second floor East will long remember some of his pranks. A graduate of third floor Insley last year, Dick's quiet ways will allow him to go far in future life, as he has gone at Blair. B.A.A. Football, '48, B.A.A. Track, '48, I. V. Baseball, '48, Out for Spring Track, Choir, '49, White Color Club. FRANCIS KERNAN Springfield Avenue New Providence, N. J. Quiet and easy going, Francis immediately took the spotlight on his entrance into Blair last fall, by being the ace and captain of the cross-country team. During the year 'round, Frank could be found devoting much of his time to his first love, track. No slouch in his studies, he plans on entering West Point next year. Wearer ot' B , Captain Cross-Country, '48, Track, '49, Varsity B Association, Blair Breeze Circulation Staff, '49, Webster Society, '49, International Society, '49, White Color Club. ARNOLD T. KOCH, JR. 94 Clarewill Avenue Upper Montclair, N. Always smiling, Arnie Koch will long be remembered for his happy-go-lucky ways, and above all for his way with the women. Arnie carved out quite a notch for himself during the spring term as a ballplayer, and played a steady offensive game for the gridders last fall. In leaving the hill, he leaves behind him a find record in both athletics and scholastic achievements. I B , Varsity Baseball, '48, Varsity Football,u'4?', J. VG. Football, :47, l, 48, Out for Varsity Baseball, 49, Varsity B Association, 48, 49, , Blue Color Club. gf ROGER BRAUN KOEHLER, JR. 143 Forest Avenue Glen Ridge, N. J. Reg, the originator of the famous Koehler bid in Blair bridge, can be seen in the smoker playing bridge in some of his free time. In his more serious moments, Rog can talk frankly and intelligently on any subject. He is truly a fine example of a Blair graduate. Camera Club, '49, International Society, '49, Acta, Out for Varsity Golf, '49, Blue Color Club. Page 23 E Q ki g, gs. W RX Page 24 u X u CLAYTON L. KOSTENBADER, JR. 202 Grand Avenue Hackettstown, N. J. Toto the Terror is an expert at ripping up anything from opposing linemen to the East Hall Commons Room, and he has done both with great success. But don't let those bulging biceps fool you, because he can pin opponents on the Blair mats Saturday and still sing the sweetest music you ever heard in church on Sunday. Versatility and personality add up to make Clate one of the Academy's favorite sons. Varsity Football, '47, '48g Co-Captain Football, '48g B.A.A. Wrestling, '48: B.A.A. Track, '48p Wrestling, '49, Athletic Council, '49g Varsity B , '48, '49g Choir, '48, '49: Glee Club, '49g Dramatics Club, '49, Captain Blue Color Clubg Student Council, 48. FRANK STANLY KREPS, JR. 51 Bowdoin Street Maplewood, N. J. Slim, tall, and on the ball, is about as accurate a description as you can give of Blair's Bud Kreps. His talent as a sax player is undisputed around the campus, for we have heard him in action. During the winter time Bud spends his time giving opponents headaches by ripping the nets to pieces with his deadly court shots. B.A.A. Basketball, '48g Out for Varsity Basketball, '49: Band, '48, '49g Dance Band, '48, '49g Golf and Tennisg Breeze Circulation Boardg Blue Color Club. DONALD MARK LA FOUNTAIN 180 Overlook Avenue Hackensack, N. J. If the name of Shmoo-boy were in the Hall of Fame, Don would be sure to get it. Not only interested in Shmoos he is first sprint man on the Varsity swimming team. tHe doesn't swim like a Shmooj. Sometimes known as Boy- with-a-gun his favorite beverage is coffee although he can't drink it in the morning because it keeps him awake during classes. Varsity B Swimming, '493 Cheerleader, '49, Varsity B Association: B.A.A. Track, '48g Out for Track in the Springg White Color Club. WILLIAM ROSERANS LANTZ R.D. fl Newton, N. J. Students don't come much quieter than Bill, but his good looks and person- ality has made him a favorite with students and faculty alike. Although many new students at Blair seem to have trouble with their studies at first, Bill has impressed everyone with his fine marks from the very beginning of school. White Color Club. Sigma M. DONALD HEATH LEBER 336 Lake View Avenue East Brightwaters, Long Island, N. Y. Don, who enrolled at Blair last fall, has certainly accomplished much in the way of athletic honors. During the fall term, he played fullback position on the gridiron, and in the winter was a stalwart on Uncle Leroy's basketball team. One of the top-floor boys, Leb was always defending his bed against attackers, and when he wasn't doing this, Don could be found gazing at Nancy's picture. Wearer of the B , Varsity Football, '48, Varsity Basketball, '49, Varsity B As- sociation, '49, Blair Choir. ELMER ANTHONY LEDONNE North Church Road Franklin, N. J. Elmer, commuting daily from Franklin, has quite a drive mornings and nights. He doesn't mind it however, in his new Chevrolet convertible which is the envy of the Blair campus. Elmer found time in the fall to be a scrappy guard on the football squad and with his ever present smile has become one of the best liked fellows at school. White Color Club. DAVID LEE 3820 Waldo Avenue New York 63, New York Well known for his herculean attempts on the track to break records, Dave is acknowledged by all as a swell guy. Another of the boys from Millbrook, Dave has made many friends through his humor in the dorm as well as on the rest of the campus. Varsity Track, '49, Choir, Cross-Country, '49, Indoor Track, '49, White Color Club. HOWARD I. LEVINE 339 East 41st Street Paterson, N. J. Howard seems to be one of those boys that just had a natural attraction for the fairer sex. He could always be counted on for a good yarn about his l life in Paterson. As most German students know, he produced many a humorous translation of famous authors works. And also as Hogie knows, he had that way of insulting a teacher without getting punished. Honor Roll, '48, '49, Varsity Cheerleader, '49, Varsity B Association, '49, Chess Eluh. '2:7,b'49, Camera Club, '47, '48, '49, Webster Society, '49, Stylus, '49, White olor lu . 4-Q! X' Page 25 ' X Af I' ' I J' o Jay L E z 7 n I, I r ,X E X! 'Y.' X ' ,xx A 1 1 1 ef af F Q. Q JAMES PARRY LEWIS L 89 Shore Road Ogunquit, Maine Y jim's presence in our class has made it more pleasant for us this year. His 11. quiet sense of humor and continual good mood makes him the kind of a fellow 2 . you always want around. To see Jim engaged in his favorite pastime is like ' listening to soothing strains of a classical piece. An all around good man and , hard worker, Jim will be a success in anything he does. Varsity Basketball, '49, White Color Club. PIERCE LONERGAN Flanders, N. J. Ifjohn I. were still around there's no doubt that he'd be proud to shake the hand of Fierce Pierce, the man of the mats. There's probably nothing Pete hasn't tried during his four years at Blair, and he's been a success at everything from baby sitting to cross country. fat' Student Council, '48, Vice-President, '49, Wearer of the B : J. V. Football, '46g Cross- , Country, '47, '48g I. V. Baseball, '46, A.A. Track. '47, '48, Wrestling. '47, '48, Captain, l '49: Academy Players, '46, '47, President, '48, '49, Breeze, 46, '47, Sports Editor, '48, N Editor-in-Chief. '49, Press Club, '46, '47, '48, Camera Club, '46, '47, International Soci- ' ety, '48, President, '49: Stvlus, '48, President, '49, Omicron Kappa Delta, '47, Secretary, V '48, Vice-Ptlssident, '49, White Color Ckub Captain. 5 . Q X. l Nl NF . . 'X a x X I . x . r 4 3.3-Q, be X81 N , MQLLUTAW P U I 0 -.Blairstown, New Jersey , .Y K h 5 , x Y, I it . . 0 KM X iliigliggrohnddhe mp xis Big JohYg and hxis Hudson super-six. QQ xg e i one of t fe ,W ys his is a lar that cause he is a day studentj. 3 gxspfre time hfec mx nd the-X Yre ing mat with heavyweight , N Deierioiif ,ij C .N Ni ' , 5 X Lighiwei t Foo 7 , for xssor Club. x Q X' ' N XE M X GILBERT I.. MACFADY N 2037 Washingon Street , ,QI Allentown, Pa. X ' I I 'ixGallo n Gilbert H16 su rsbnic rinter'Ls uite a guy when he slows Fi 8 P9 SP V , Q wn brig enough to'say 1 few warns, and 'wherf he does talk, it usually comes Page 26 foul was ajoko. Iieesonality plus and sense of bump: Adidd up to make Gil's Hooper ,rating high. , 'P , Ont for Spring 'i'j'ack, T495 CQIDVQC lub, 49'g Omlcron Kappa Delta, Blue Color Club. 1- J V A, '4 ' 7 I ' 1 X p , K, If ' fm . QC v H' ff! lx if A f 1 -' f ff' r M eb , I XJ' A I I A fs E 2 l 4 Il 1 Q I W1 N , 't 6 x I I X! I f, W, W A xlw vk , 4 . 1 ,,,- J. u lipjfmfyfwj LEWIS JAMES MARGRAF F R.F.D. Pomperang Avenue Woodbury, Conn. Laughin' Louie, the Connecticut Yankee, has put many a Blair boy to sleep with his terrific tales of wild week-ends, and then rudely awakened them by playing the Bluebird of Happiness so loudly that most of East's drinking glasses have been shattered. But, as long as Lou has his personality, he can't help being a terrificly popular guy. ,gil Soccer, '47, '48, Hobby Club, '47, '485 Out for Tennis in Spring, Blue Color U . THEODORE M. MARQUERING 115 West Baltagh Avenue Bellmore, N. Y. Big-game hunter Ted Marquering came to the Academy this year, and his famed Hi ya fellas will remain long after he goes. An amiable chap, Ted was extremely popular because it seemed he always had food to give away to the hungry vultures of the Ark. Anyone who knew Ted quickly became acquainted with his one and only Pat and his love for hunting. Blue Color Club If 1,1 Mahwah, N. J. ,ff r Q EL MA13h'1N w ad th s or SQI Zs In years t ' ry haslb pnriejxrfrz of the mos opular members o e . erred to, the most handso senior, he was engaged in a extracur icular a tivities around the campds. Besides these he found ti e to play a occasion ame of bridge, at fwhifth he was considered a master. j 'A Aff' , V. imming '49, Dr atic Club. '47g Treasurer of Academy Players, '49: si C reeA, '48g Modern Music Society, '47g Student Federalist, '48g e oo u A MARSHALL THEODORE METZGAR 39 North 7th Street Stroudsburg, Pa. Coming to the hill this year from Stroudsburg, Pa., Ted quickly fell into the rhythm of Blair life. Living on top Door east, he was known as one of the quieter boys on the floor, and was well liked by all. As his career, Ted is work- ing toward medicine and in this profession we wish him success. Band, '493 Glee Club, '49g Acta, '49, White Color Club. Page 27 pr' Page 28 nova' ',ul4..,..luM 'VN Va . xl x QA. VICTOR MEYERS 3 Lenox Avenue East Orange, N. If it requires a brain, Meyers can do it. That's what you'll hear all over the campus, and it's a pretty accurate description of tall, dark, 'n handsome Vic. Known to many as Dizzy, he is often heard blowing the wildest trumpet this side of The Royal Roost. Honor Roll, '47, '48, '49, Stylus, '48, Choir, '47 ,'48, '49, Omicron Kappa Delta Society, '47, '48, '49, Dance Band, '48, '49, Concert Band CMarching Band-Varsity Lettefl. 47, '48, '49, Glee Club, '48, '49, RAYMOND ALAN MEYROWITZ 25 East 77th Street New York, N. Y. Meyro the Mighty Mite has been proclaimed Emperor of East by virtue of his curly crop of royal red. Pity the poor soccer balls that have met with Ray's feet, because when it comes to kicking about things he tops them all. An authority on anything, and an expert on the women, Meyro is one of Blair's most popular sons. Honor Roll, '48, B.A.A. Soccer, '48, Dramatic Club, '47, '48, '49, President, '48, '49, Breeze Circulation Board, '48, '49, International Society, '48, '49, Science Club, '47, '48, Camera Club, '47, '48, Blue Color Club. JOHN ALLEN MIERS 418 North 29th Street Allentown, Pa. An Allentonian, Miers has gained considerable fame on several accounts. First because of his feats among the mermen. Well liked by the fellows on the hill, he adds spice to the crowd on 3rd East. B.A.A. Foothall, '49, Varsity Swimming, '49, Acta Staff, '49, Out for Varsity Track, '49, White Color Club. SAMUEL H. MORGAN, JR. 31 Main Street Netcong, N. J. A quiet, but nevertheless active student, Sam jr. has the distinction of being an alumnus of South Cottage, an honor not bestowed upon everyone. Rarely found in front of one, he's quite an expert with the camera, possesses some very fine prints of Blair life which he values very highly. Camera Club, '48, '49, White Color Club. J f'C.a,u,1fc oi? l5 1 ' WWl'w ' W' f,l4'?f'w W if HY W' , 0fi.l'Qn'fy1 'iv bball RAYMOND V. MORROW, JR. 214 Filmore Street Phillipsburg, N. J. Coming to Blair this year after serving with the Merchant Marine ancl Army, Ray gave Blair something that is very unusual-a married student. While serving with the Army in Germany he fell in love with a German girl and they were married during last Christmas Vacation. Only on the campus for class, he will be long remembered as a hard working conscientious student. White Color Club. ARTHUR W. MUELLER Apt. 55, Gifford Avenue Jersey City, N. J. The Mayor of jersey City, Art Mueller, came to Blair a long time ago, just exactly when, no one knows. His love for noodles and frequent birthdays were the talk of the academy during the first few weeks of the school year, but his fine work on the gridiron during the football season overshadowed all of these. As a member of the student council and president of the choir, Big Art leaves behind him a sparkling record. Student Council, '48, '49, Treasurer, Senior Class, '49, Wearer of the B , Varsity Football, '48, '49, J. V. Football, '46, '47, J. V. Basketball, '47, '48, Varsity B Asso- ciation, '48, '49, Dramatics Club, '44, '45, 46, President, 47, '48, Academy Players, '47, '48, President, '49, Choir, '44, '45, '46, '47, '48, President, '49, Glee Club, '46, '47, '48 President, '49, Blue Color Club. ROBERT ARTHUR NEFF 561 Beacon Avenue Paulsboro, N. J. Bob really entered with a bang this fall. He quickly took over as East's cartooner during the Peddie rally, and has definitely established himself as the outstanding pianist of the Academy. As lay-out editor of this year's Acta, Bob has done a wonderful job. In the winter term, he could be found on the basketball court with the J.V.'s. Managin 'tor Acta, '49, Vice resident Stylus, '49, J. V. Basketball, Blue Color Club. M y , a 0 AR P Calle 4 36 rtado 48 Pa mr ublic Pa I capt t occer team t fall, 'Oscar play a outs g l bot t o n 'v nd ensive, nd wixb the most epen le p ef h tea Dur' g t ve y s on t ill, car was th l r of the Sp sh ys. S etime the ' -sessi s held i his oo dktur e t entire Ark. He was l d by ver for fine se 0? d a 1 bl ways. is bVars' in oc r, '4, '46, '47, '48' Capt n i occe '47, '- a si B As- yzpciat 3 J. . B lll, '46 Out for Spri Trac '4 Internati l ogety, '49, 3 C'W'fls5r,lgv ,lf Q9 'D awww' Bra.. 8 -me QM QM N Page 29 Page 30 ROBERT JOSEPH PEIGERT 138 South Centre Street South Orange, N. J. Blair's fashionplate can belong to only one boy, Bob Peigert, for everyone in the school looks to him for the latest in stylish attire. It has been rumored that even his pajamas are perfectly pressed, and who are we to doubt it, since he always as sharp as a tack. Student Federalist, '46, '47g Stamp Club, '46, Camera Club, '46: Acta, '4 Club, '49, Golf Manager, '48, '49g Co-Managerg Wrestling, Co-Manager, STAATS MORRIS PELLETT, JR. 460 St. Nicholas Avenue Haworth, N. J. In his first year up here, Pete has accomplished a great deal. Interested the quieter things in life, Pete would rather listen than talk. Because of rare trait, he is well liked by all that know him. His chief claim to fame is found in his quiet laugh. Camera Club, '49g Science Club, '49g Out for Varsity Trackg White Color Club. CARLOS SANTIAGO PEREZ, JR. Pulmobronk Building, Pte. Restaurador Caracas, Venezuela Although Carlos states that his ambition is to be a great business man, those who know him will agree that he is out for pretty girls first. His letters, if they were translated into English, would undoubtedly be tops on our non-fiction QD list. But still . . . he always walks to the mail room with nonchalance. Varsity Tennis in Spring: Blue Color Club. OSCAR PEREZ Pulmobronk Building, Pte. Restaurador CHNCIS, Venezuela Oscar is a little more on the quiet side than Carlos, but his sense of humor is very keen. Always working hard, Oscar is sure to fulfill his ambition of becoming a great chemist in Venezuela. He is also one of Blair's more prominent Don Juans. Out for Spring Trackg White Color Club. Mr! 5 JOHN RAYMOND PRIDEAUX 62 Franklin Road Denville, N. I. Jack was first noticed on the campus as head cheerleader. Even if it was to train with the Marine reserve, he still got to go home every week-end flucky boyj. jack is one of the quieter boys in the Ark and can most always be found working diligently at his studies. Varsity B Cheerleader, '49, Camera Club, '49, Blue Color Club. ARNOLD COOPER RAPOPORT 331 North 27th St. Allentown, Pa. Although Arnie was a new boy this year, he immediately was taken into the secret circles of the school. His dry humor is the bane of any who try to cross him. On the other hand, his affable manner has brought him close to all at Blair. Dramatic Club, '49, White Color Club. Y- - Q S y JOHN ALFRED ROSS 3 Colonial Terrace ,. Maplewood, N. J. X jack, Jack, the Ladies Man, that was our man Ross. Coming to Blair this year from Columbia High School, jack found time to use up a little of 'his energy on the wrestling mat during the winter. Owner of the best collection of jazz in East, he was considered a master in that field. Camera Club, '49, Out for Varsity Baseball, Blue Color Club. , RONALD ROESER RUEGG , A, 30-29 88th St. New York, N. Y. If you nb: e surprised l the atordl-S omb in '46, you probably didn't know that Ronnyflge had it Ill fi edhin 'years before, but just didn't have the spare time o put it together. l rom' early o e '-,Kuegg is one of Blair's finest , and hgcan 'prove it. Never worry azoutririi chances for success, for with brain can' '. lose ' tihfe willlprovo th t.i Q K . . X 4 . K. 1 l ' A I 'Manor Rua '46 '47 '48 WN Stylus '48, Secretary, '49, Breeze, '48, '49, Omicron appa De a, '45, StaE,'5g9,' Webster Stwtety, '49, Press Club, '49, Dramatics 'ub, '48. 49, . V. ootball, 8, '49, J. V. estling, '48, Out for Wrestling, '49, hite Color Club. 2' Page 31 Page 32 ef if tfivtgiw HERBERT RUMSEY, sim Orchard Park Boulevard Rochester 9, New York During Buck's two year stay here at Blair, his sheepish smile has become well known on the campus. He is surely not one of the quieter boys, since he is usually in on all the mischief in the Ark. His good-natured disposition has marked him as one of the most liked seniors. White Color Club. MARK H. SCHAUL, JR. 848 Edgewood Drive Charleston 2, West Virginia This Southern gentleman came to Blair in the fall of 1946 for dinner, and stayed three years! For the past two years Mark has had his troubles, mainly because he roomed with the nemesis of the campus, Wheels Wills, and was always forgetting to write his many women from below the Mason-Dixon line. Outstanding as the best speaker on the hill, Mark also served as manager of Chet's mermen in the winter. Wearer of the B , Varsity Swimming Manager, '49g J. V. Football, '46, '47, Var- sity B Association, Senior Editor of Acta, '49, Breeze, '46, '47, '48, Chess Club, '46, '47, Blue and White Key Cabinet, '47, '48, International Society, '483 Modern Music Society, '48, White Color Club. WILLIAM HENRY SCRANTON 59 Washington St. East Orange, N. J. Wild Bill Scranton, did not give the boys of East a chance to hear his great episodes in polo, for he hung up his hat on second Insley this year. As one of Chet's mermen, he swam the gzastirgke and the freestyle and could always be found around the pool. 0 ,V ,ex B.A.A. Swimming, '48, Bluergulor Ylub. V, 9 W OSCAR SENIOR Quinta Sen-Casti, Aven. Les Geranias La Flordia, Caracas Oscar, although, he entered just last September, was soon initiated into the ranks of Blair students. His main ambition is to enter the University of Pennsyl- vania for business. Another one of the boys from Caracas, Venezuela, he conquered the English language fast and now is able to translate jive fluently. Out for Varsity Tennis in the Spring, Blue Color Club. .pm s . tv walk! l-Xv-'J' KB xx i GM we lf' JAMES FREDERICK SHEPHERD R.D. ,l'f2 Phillipsburg, N. Shep turned down Lafayette to return to Blair this year as a Post-Graduate. As in past years, his smiling face and good humor kept the boys of first East in gay moods and made him one of the best liked boys on the hill. Lightweight Football, '46, Camera Club, '46, '47, Webster Society, '46, '47, Secretary, '48, Stylus, '49, Honor Roll, '49, Tennis Manager Varsity B , Out for Tennis, Blue Color Club. ROBERT GEORGE SIEFERT Lomas de Chapulteped Mexico, D.F. The chief Republican in the school, Bob is still wondering what happened to Dewey. As a devout follower of politics, his closet is filled with clippings of the political past. A conservative bridge player, his antics in the Ark's commons room are nothing short of hilarious. Omicron Kappa Delta, '48, '49, Band, '49, Concert Band, '49, Webster Society, '49, International Society, '49, Science Club, '49, Acta, '49, J. V. Basketball Manager, VVhite Color Club. LESTER DON SIMON 447 East 41st St. i Paterson 4, N. J. On many a winter night way past study hour, a light can be seen burning in spiders abode. This muscle-bound wrestler hasn't insomnia but is just completing his homework after a hard day of extracurricular activities and ath- letics. Les has maintained a high honor average despite the efforts of Balzac and Haddad Cof wooden gun famej to divert him into fights and bull sessions. Honor Roll, '46, '47, '48, '49, Cum Laude, '48, '49, Varsity B in Wrestling, '48, '49, Cross-Country, '48, B.A.A. Track, '48, Out for Spring Track, '49, Varsity B Associa- tion, '48, '49, C'I'reasurerD, Camera Club, '47, '48, President, '49, Webster Society, '47, '48, President, '49, Stylus, '49, Glee Club, '48, '49, Blue Color Club. GEORGE W. SLINGLAND 182 Boulevard Glen Rock, N, J. George, although a new student to the hill this year, quickly established himself as a good athlete last fall by earning a halfback position on the Varsity Football Team. George's assets are, however, not only in sports for his hearty grin and ready wit have made him one of the most popular boys on the campus. Varsity Football Letter, Blair Choir, Blair Glee Club, Out for Varsity Basketball. .WW f-7 V I ,I,,, Page 33 f I I ' ff I 4 ,, ,, . .4 If 1 , ,, A K., 'aff' , , ik i is X l ' f f i 1. cj H A X , ,,,f1 V v ' W fit K 1' I - M . ,x . j' A U ii V 1 AN .H 0 ' u g V .J X .1 'I 4 1 ',' K cy X, , lv ' , I ' A f' C , Ve f L i 1 A Page 34 BRUCE MALCOLM STEWART 302 Mansfield St. Belvidere, N- .l- Often out of the depths of second floor comes laughter emanating from 228. Whenever Stew gets started his wit can be compared to none. When a serious mood strikes him his agile mind can expound on any abstract theory that presents itself. A modern bridge bidder, his bids are famous all over the hill. I. V. Swimming, '48,i'49g I. V. Baseball, '48, Out for Varsity Golf, '49, White Color Club. GEORGE MALCOLM STICKNEY, JR. 405 Monroe St. Hackettstown, N. J. Malcolm Stickney, Jr., a tall lad who hails from Hackettstown, entered Blair in September of this year. Rooming in East, Mal is trying to prepare himself for the course which he has chosen and that's to graduate from the Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts and become an Advertising Designer. J. V. Basketball, '49, Choir, '49, White Color Club. NORMAN SHERWOOD STOCKDALE 351 Puebla St. Mexico, D.F. Mexico Norm, while flying over Blair on a trip from his beloved Mexico, decided he liked the look of the school. He quickly parachuted down and, after spending a year in Insley, has become one of the Ark's favorite sons. His grades have always been good, but he really excels in trig. and Solid. His greatest skill, however, is in his uncanny ability in playing bridge. Honor Roll, '48, '49, Science Club, '493 Chess Club, '48g Camera Club, '48, '495 Webster, '49, Blue Color Club. 0. x Q ROBERT DOUGLAS TALLON 121 BeechwoodDDrive G U Packanack Lake, N. J. e, to As one of few vets on the campusj Doug came to Blair this fall after a tour of duty in Qermany with th Army.+lvAs an end on the football team, he always made a goo? record in the ridiroriwm Living at Fullers, made it hard for Doug to be engaged in elgtracurricular activities, but nevertheless he made a good name for himself at Blaitg, Q. w vb Q, Varsity Fogtball, '45 Blue wCdbr Club. we Q D . B . 9 - ., lx' Q .Q we ., ' Q QL .a....,.., ,,,. . W N I Lev! THOMPSON WILLIAM TOMES Pinewood Gardens Hartsdale, New York Tim could always be counted upon to do the unexpected. Blair boys were astounded when they heard Tim's own radio station. Later he even brought his own television set to the Ark. Being an astute bridge player, Tim could be counted upon to play the game with a great deal of finesse. I.V..Football, '46, I.V, Basketball, '47, '49, J. V. Baseball, '47, '48, Out for Varsity Tennis, Camera Club '47, '48, '49, Breeze Photographer, '47, '48, '49, White Color Club. JAMES RUSSEL TOMPKINS 1070 Barnegat Lane Mantoloking, N. J. The king of the Academy golfers, jimmy Tomkins, is also one of Blair's most popular comedians as you will learn by talking to any East resident. Another accomplishment he added to his long list recently was his unparalleled feat of scaling the side of the Ark twice in one afternoon. Wearer of the B , Golf, '48, '49, Captain of the '49 Golf Team, Webster Society, Breeze, Business Manager of the '49 Acta. DWIGHT CRATER TREGANOWN 10 Reservoir Avenue Dover, N. J. Tricky Treg otherwise known as Mighty Mouse is one of the sharpest of East's residents in more ways than one. He is always dressed in the latest fashion, and usually knows all of the up-to-the-minute news, jokes, and cute sayings. As a wrestling manager and a member of the Acta Staff he has done much to make this a good year at Blair. V ect? Staff, '49, Assistant Wrestling Manager, '49, German Club, '49, White Color lu . WILLIAM HARTLEY TROAST 273 Mountain Avenue Ridgewood, N. J. Coming to Blair this year from Passaic High School, Bill made good as a fullback on Coach Kuk's eleven. He also .played basketball in the winter. Living on top floor East, he was very popular and well liked by all. Varsity Football, '48, Basketball, '49, Out .for Baseball, Camera Club, '49, Blue Color Club. ts ' WWWWWW' , as-32.?:?...:: A fr r1f. W9 ',.ff.f3' 7 up L . Iwi Ai ri rf yt- fl llflf ,Wd dnww VN W If JI J alan. 11' Af' 'IW' if, L' 5 ffm if-, yy! llljff .Vi rr' gl-' YN Q. CN ii Y S. 'N E N WSJ iff wi SCOTT WEST TYREE R.F.D. H3 Newton, N. J. Scotty did a swell job as President of the Senior Class this year, and an equally fine job as leader of the Varsity B Association. He distinguished himself in the fall and spring terms as an excellent runner on the track team, and during the winter months swam on the swimming team. Yale's gain next year will certainly be Blair's loss, when Scotty takes off for New Haven to complete his studies. President Student Council, Chairman Varsity B Association, Varsity, B Cross- Country, '48, Captain, '47, Spring Track, '48, Student Council Member, '48, Stylus, '49. Page 36 GUILLERMO FEDERICO VALENTINER Ave. I.eVega, Quinta E1 Bucare, El Paraiso Caracas, Venezuela, South America Hailing from Caracas, Bill has been called the most promising soccer player Blair has seen in many years. His robust form, can be seen either in Blohmek or Paz's room listening to the music from home. In his short stay here at Blair, he has made friends with all. Varsity B Soccer, Varsity B Association, Out for Tennis, Blue Color Club. STANLEY CLINE VASS R.D. 1 Blairstown, N. J. Although only on the hill for two years, Clyde has made for himeslf a fine reputation. His consistently high marks have made him a credit to the school, and his hearty smile has won him many friends among the students and the faculty. After looking at his record at Blair, we all agree that he will be a great success in life. Honor Roll, '49, Out for Spring Track, Blue Color Club. GERALD CHARLES VERDONE 70-43 69th Street Glendale 27, Long Island, N. Y. Corhingilfd'Blair late this year Gerry became one of the few boys to live off the camppxsllat Fullers He is well known for his interest in classical music for he spendsliendless hours defending the work of Bach and Beethoven over our current hits. v 1 wkootball, '43 White Color Club. i J , fy Qi f I -vv' Wfvf- vfryfffiyvev 411, Macao? . LAWJMK Zlpfydw JOHN DAVID VERNOY Buck Hills Falls, Pa. If you're a resident of East you've probably heard the typical greeting- Say did you hear the one about the . . . ? and right away you knew you were about to hear a tall story told by a master of the art, Pierre Vernoy. His ability to wrestle and his unusual sense of humor make him welcomed at any Blair gathering. Football, '47, '48g Wrestling, '47, '485 Blue Color Club. GEORGE NICHOLAS VETSOS l39b Kanakari St. Patras, Greece All the way from Greece comes quiet George, a boy with a real aim in life. Almost any night he could be found over a pile of books in his room on second floor East, preparing for the next day's classes with real effort. All Blair boys will tell you that George is one who appreciates the finer things in life. Soccer, Out for Wrestling and Track, Blue Color Club. I MX x xi Xt X I x N QD A x x x XR J- lf r LOUIBNCHARIQS WJIGNBR ., X K LQ f2 dabblevoodl 'Q X xx AQ lklilairsgoxyxigikl. J. F A nei stkaent rom Bldg Louis slwlated mikh iihkerest tbl New J rqey 'B State d at utgvrsgxu speech mythe wipe platform last fall. lgt Xliyi oh,lthQ bamg bas keg Louis 'homxbeing ' e elxtralcurricular B ivitiedxbut he halgeen nlkltox ke iringstudenc. 'N-N I t forspriugiraekgxrw Color Cliab. X 'S if N5 NIC. xx xifx SN- Q N ' XX X 5 1' v so N PHILIP ARTHUR WEYGANDT 7 Dickinson Lane Wilmington, Del. As the radio bug of Blair this year, Phil was the president and chief engineer of station WARK, The Voice of the Ark. Whenever there was something to be done around the Ark, he was always in there pitching. From Blair, he hopes to take up Electrical Engineering at Purdue. Camera Club, '49, Blue Color Club. Page 37 . ,H MA of .lf VW ROBERT HEWITT WHARTON 258 Broad St. Keyport, N. J. Another Millbrookite, Bob is chiefly known on the campus for his energetic soccer playing during the fall. A P.G. student, he hails from Keyport and intends to go to Dartmouth. In his first year here he has made many personal friends. Varsity Soccer, '49, Choir, J. V. Basketball, Out for Varsity Baseball, Blue White Key, Blue Color Club. ROBERT LIVINGSTON WHYTE 211 Blauvelt Avenue Ho-Ho-Kus, N. J. Every night except Monday, Bob could be found holding down the fort at Millbrook, but on Mondays he traveled to Hackettstown to drill with the National Guard. During the fall term he could be found on the football field and during the winter on the mats. Bob will always be remembered as a happy-go-lucky guy. J. V. Football, '48, White Color Club. sl , IQQOWARD ALLEN WIENER . G 1 s.l - A11 ,P. 2710 ram t ,R . entown a N , An r llen ag, ud be se running home on week-ends in his :L ih e, n 'ble.' ig el ni e mpus since his arrival in '46, he has i s ed n i ports siti o secox ain in the Ark and his face never . -osesqa b ile.x omi olfer, ill probably be one of Mr. Zimmer- ian ms s. i o g to Univ. f Pa. and will be a worthy Blair psent ivei R X Wearer of tlie B , arsity Basketball Manager, '49g Varsity Golf A.A., '48, Breeze, '46, '47, '48, '49, Pr s Club, '47, '48, '49g Camera Club, '47, '48g Blue Color Club. ll 1 N, ik R ,L BQOTH WIGHTMAN, JR. Ithaca New York 312 hl R Y . , , X mitwo ears a Blai H I k h become one of the best-liked boys on the A campu. Th scene f Ha k h tling the bamboo is as familiar to us as his X Xi: eve resent ile at! man of e Ark'sx ore colorful bull sessions. H , t ,49 y S. , White folor Club. - -- J l V XX .. S Varsit WB rack, QS, Cow ai Q 5 . . Basketball, 489 Varsity B Associationg . X 'X 1 .. Ribs. , 5 ,X . ' N V? Q I Page38 R I l wfvur 'rdf' ty KQJ' 43,,,. '0 1 e. fl K? X 3, 1, , r r H I, 7 7 f 1 ,1 7 L Q . WALTER OLMSTEAD WILLIAMS 14 Hewitt Avenue White Plains, New York Walt, although a new boy on the hill, quickly made friends and became part of the crowd. Known all over the school for his sense of humor he can be found telling tall tales either in his room or anywhere on the campus. White Color Club. RONALD SPENCER WILLS 455 West 23rd St. New York, New York Flash-splash, there goes Wheels, better known as Ronald S. Wills, a good reason why masters turn gray at an early age. Ronny has been an active member on the campus for the past four years and besides being co-captain of the swim- ming team, an outstanding runner on the cross-country team, he was the foremost leader of school spirit on the Hill. Athletic Council, '49, earer of the B , Varsity Swimming, '47, '48, Co-Captain, '49, A.A. Swimming, '46, arsity Cross-Country, '48, Out for Varsity Trq, '49' Varsity B Association, '4 '49, Acta, '48, Sports Edito '49, Brese, '4 h 7. ' 1 p0rtS Editor, '49, Press , '47, '48, '49, odern M ' oeiety, ' 8' te Co v b. v V' 'N 'x s I R J v X5 95 g . I -: as erford. U J. . 1 rli , the i b o l ' four t abit G g is . . W year. one t se ows th can all tic the 8 with l of r . is po lar n w ie ' er ati ha a high sou ce of ert ' men ef ner ch rli is b ever seems o be es a an w be un or g le. Secretar b' o or s ito ez micr a Delta, Acta Staff, '49. x. X if 4' GERALQROBERT WYMAN ts 5 is - JN Ccuquicainata, Chile, South America Coming to Blair fqur yearssago, Jerry has left an impressive record behind him. This year he was 'manager of the soccer team in the fall, and a fine wrestler in thetwinter. Four years ago, the bdyfs tried dumping Jerry's bed but were repelled bf large pieces of cdpper which the very tired Wyman threw. It is no wonder ever since then, he has been 'called The Copper Kid. Varsity B Soccer Manager, '48, Out for Wrestling, '49, Blue Color Club. 'xc X. . X. bu x Xi, m xr x -r ff Q 'V , li 1 ff - I, I 1 o f 1 ' 1 l i l I f' 1 X f 1 ' ' I I 1 1 L J 1 , I I' A Page 40 f,. 4, f 1 'fl ' r Q' ff EUGENE JOSEPH ZODA 12 Yale Terrace West Orange, N. Zip Zoda, alias the laugh, left the Oranges for Blair this year. It was the Oranges' loss, for Gene is a Wonderful guy and his good humor and laugh made him one of the most popular figures around the Ark. In his spare time, he could be found in the butt-room around his favorite card table. Out for Varsity Golig Band, '49g Dance Band, '49g White Color Club. MASS Wlll In view of the fact that we are leaving Blair after various experi- ences during this and past years, we of the senior class declare the following to be our last will and testament. To Cap Steckel we leave a shiny new fencing foil as a token of his services as coach. Les Simon wills his olfactory organ to Bernie Bernstein. Gene Zoda leaves his inimitable laugh to anyone who can stand it. Buster Jaffe gives his ability to be accurate in his statements to Clint Blume. The senior class leaves their clothes to Ronald Ruegg's Hacketts- town Cleaners, mainly because they were never returned. To Mr. Hall we leave a megaphone. Harry Cohen wills his calm, cool, collected nerves to Walt Zwei- fler. Honoring grades are left to Bruce Boselli by Diego Gonzales. Ray Meyrowitz and Ralph Balzac relinquish their handsome features to Tom Merrill. To Ron Wardle goes Pete Lonergan's diligent attitude. Grant Bedell leaves his rugged build to Mr. Larrimer. Bob Neff wills his ruddy complexion to Peter Goold. To Hogie we leave a cigar factory. Charles Crawley returns his chemistry lab to Mr. Zimmerman. Tuck Eudy and Ronny Wills leave congratulations to the class of 1949. Howie Saylor is left Bunker Hill's perplexing theories. jeff Hedden gives his stories of the Army to any interested Boy Scout. john Davidson leaves his athletic prowess to Iohn Wagner. Ted Hunt wills his whisker growth to Ron Philipp. To Abbie and Chet Williams-a pair of boxing gloves. Scoop Wry leaves his stomach to Mickey Weisberg so that the latter can eat more Irish rye bread. Vic Meyers wills his booming voice to Rodney. Bud Wiener leaves his doorknob chinning exercises to Hausman. Bill Hill is left a sporty collection of clothes by Hank Wightman. Ludwig Baumann wills his erect posture to Mr. Stan. Jack Gasparre receives Clayt Kostenbader's golden voice. To Miss Cox go the spoils. Art Mueller and Bill Duncan leave their powers of concentration to any two industrious juniors. George Vetsos gives his head of hair to Mr. Rea. Ronald Jensen wills his vociferous ways to Glenn Stewart. To next year's Latin Quarter goes Oscar Paz's Panama tempo. Bob Peigert leaves his masculine manner to Frank Desiderio. Scott Tyree relinquishes his way with Mr. Roman to Tom Roberts. The senior class leaves an atom bomb to give the place the lift it needs. In closing we leave the Ark to Noah and senior dorms East, Gate- way, and Millbrook, in which we have spent this happy year, to the pitied juniors along with a representative of an ancient civilization. Page 41 Page 42 '49 HAND IH FAME do t D2 PWM 1322121 SX ble QN W' Dual .I 2888 MOI, Like! 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Ernest Rea Miami, Florida Dear Sir: Your letter of a year ago to the Blair Breeze said that you would sponsor a trip for an ambitious person who could find out what has become of the class of 1949. Since Blair gave you a vacation, you said that you had lost contact with this group in which you were especially interested. I went on this trip and am now writing this letter to tell you of my mission. Since the Breeze covers everything, they were willing to undertake such a proposition and appointed me, a graduate of the class that interests you, to go on the trip and not to return until I knew what each alumnus of '49 was doing. I had my doubts at first of whether I could perform such a task, because, according to my records, there were well over a hundred graduates. Nevertheless, I accepted the offer since it was a chance to see the world and I would meet my old friends. As soon as I could get my possessions together, I began my journey. I decided to return to Blair in order to get some leads on the whereabouts of some of the class. On arriving I was not met by Mr. Roman, but by Scott Tyree whose love for the academy made him return to become headmaster. Looking over the campus, I discovered that the new mad science teacher was Norman Stockdale, who with the help of Ted Metzgar was de- veloping the Zimbonic bomb. Ronald Wills, unable to keep a job elsewhere, found that being history teacher and swimming coach wasn't difficult, while Buster Jaffe took over Abbie's job as janitor as well as his characteristics. Rumors around the campus revealed that the history teacher and the janitor had just had another argument. In East Hall I found Tim Tomes, still at Blair, trying to make his television set work. Next to that dormitory was a huge hole where Don LaFountain's con- struction company was supposedly building a recreation hall, while in a corner of the ditch were Gil MacFadyen and Phil Decker, two of the workmen, sound asleep. Returning to Clinton Hall, I found Dwight Treganowan, new German professor, trying to remember the German pro- nouns. Nearby I saw Bunker Hill, perplexed because his theory that a piece of paper folded seven times would reach the moon was proven wrong by Bob Eisenber, a genius at such things. I later met George Gustafson, town-crier, who said that Bruce Stewart had created quite a sensation when he introduced the first electric light to Belvidere. I found out that Blairstown had other representatives from the class of '49. John Crane took over the Blairstown Press and raised it from obscurity, while jim Lewis spent most of his time playing checkers in the gen- eral store. Under the direction of Gerry Verdone, the famous Blairstown barbershop quartet could always be heard practicing. George Slingbland, Doug Tallon, and Bob Peigert filled out the foursome as dull bass, flat baritone, and squeaky high tenor respectively. After I was given as much information as possible at the office, I went to the next most probable place to find Blair boys, that is, New York City. Since it was a warm summer day, I visited the Polo Grounds, where I met the owner of the Cleve- land Indians, Tuck Eudy, who, grey from worry, was scouting his opponents in the World Series, the New York Giants, and especially former Blair outfielder, Arnold Koch. While we were talking, I bought a magazine that reviewed all sports from Staats Pellet, who sells periodicals in his spare time, and looking through it, I found several graduates who had made good. Fran Kernan was a leader in the long distance runs, as was Al Gear- hart when he was in the mood, and Bruce Ford seemed to be outstanding in the low hurdles. There was an article about Bob Black, who had become the Byron Nelson of golf, while Don Leber and Bill Troast, owner and coach respectively of the Detroit Lions, who had finished last for five consecutive years, were standouts in a different way. In polo Bill Scranton was capturing all the laurels. After giving up basketball, Andy Bacho decided to coach the sport and has the most unpredict- able team in the country. John Lutack with his pitman Elmer Ledonne has made a name for himself in midget auto racing. On the boxing page was Red Herrick, posing as Humphrey Pennyworth. I left the ball park and started touring New York. My first stop was the Copacabana, where owner Diego Gonzales was on hand to welcome Bill Valentiner and his rhumba orchestra. One of the celebrities there was Carlos Perez, the South Ameri- can Tyrone Power, as much of a wolf as ever. Outside I met Dr. Scoop Wry, who had just finished a delicate operation on a pinball machine. His assistant, jeff Hedden, gave the anesthetic by pushing in the tilt button. Further downtown I saw Ludwig Baumann, owner of the German-American Club, where he said he was featuring Harry Herrick, the romantic Vaughn Monroe, and his flat saxophone player, Bud Kreps. At the rival club, the Royal Roost, I found Vic Meyers and his band which played Be-Bop while Head Waiter Tom Bain walked slowly through the aisles peddling root beer. Over in a desolate corner was Barry Gross, who was still paying half-fare on buses. On Broadway, New York's famous thoroughfare, I met sev- eral of the class of '49. First was Charles Crawley, who had returned from Belmont where he wasted his father's fortune on horses. He said that Les Simon and Howie LeVine were run- ning for dog catcher in Paterson, and at last reports it was Simon by a nose. Later I came across Art Mueller, who as mayor of Jersey City, was swindling the public like his pre- decessor, Hague, and Bruce Bahrenburg, editor of a movie maga- zine filled with love songs. Finally I met Pete Lonergan, who is a famed actor in a play of questionable character. Leaving New York I headed south to Charleston, South Carolina, where Senator Mark Schaul was sounding off on why the Republicans shouldn't be in power. I also met Colonel jim Tompkins, who was still trying to pawn his sister off on John Davidson, but the latter was still holding out. I found out that Bob Almgren, famous skiing instructor, got tired of the sport and moved south with Ted Hunt, head of a lonely hearts bureau. In Savannah, Georgia, I came across Walt Williams, owner of a large plantation fone square foot in areaj, and his manager, Bill Duncan, who had settled down and raised a tribe of little Duncans. What brats! As I was about to move on, I met Bud Wiener and Ray Meyrowitz, sellers of Adler Elevated Shoes, who disgusted with their product, decided to use stilts to be as tall as their customers. The next stop on my trip was south of the border in Mexico City, where I met silver tycoon, Bob Siefert, and Jack Prideaux and Larry Gleason, who had moved to Mexico to enjoy the afternoon siestas. Further south in Panama I found Oscar Paz leading a revolt against Eduardo de la Guardia, who had banned soccer from the country. Nearby stood Alfredo Blohm, uncon- cerned by these actions, picking seeds out of bananas and Gerry Wyman, vendor of Chile beans. Moving north to sunny California, I learned that Mal Stick- ney, owner of an umbrella factory, was being boycotted by local inhabitants. In San Francisco I met George Brecht, leader of his mighty midget scout troop, and Hank Wightman, who shocked everyone by taking out his first girl. Later I ran into jack Ross and jim Shepherd, on the coast to waste by laziness the millions they made by the invention that closed all doors of a house at once. Across the street was a billboard which showed jack Vernoy posing for animal crackers. Touring the town I learned that Lew Margraff, president of a company making western hats, was having trouble with union leader, Grant Bedell, who, always present with a cigar in his mouth, demanded a free supply of hats for himself. Meanwhile Bob Whyte was idling his time away fishing. Ronald Jensen and Phil Weygandt, both having taken Charles Atlas' courses, were heavyweight box- ers, but I understand they are more like Mexican athletes. Also on the coast was Roger Koehler, who was celebrating his victory in a beer drinking contest back east. Sam Morgan and Clyde Hosking, who said little at Blair, now say nothing as wooden Indians in a cigar store window. As I was leaving the west coast city, Oscar Perez came rushing by. He was to become a bull-fighter, but his first bull scared him clear out of Mexico. At San Quentin, I must sadly report, were several Blair graduates. Ronald Ruegg and Buck Rumsey were serving sen- tences for swindling customers who reluctantly gave them clothes to be cleaned. Terry Martin was in prison for having too many wives, while Marcel Curiel was sentenced to a year for using a Latin pony. I then traveled to Fairbanks, Alaska, where I came in con- tact with Oscar Senior, who was owner of a haberdashery hoping to become a surprise success like Truman, and john Brophy, who was occupied with cleaning the insides of seven foot fluorescent lights. Later I met Clayt Kostenbader, retired proprietor of a black market liquor store, and Shep Campbell, who was an electrician in a jam factory-he put currents in the jelly. Gene Zoda combined his talents with his laugh to become ace garbage collector of the city. With over ninety accounted for in the western hemisphere I covered the rest of the globe rapidly, meeting a few here and there. In North China the Russians were annoying David Lee, who was still indulging in his Blair custom of sipping tea, while in Peiping Merrill Day was learning the laundry trade from the Chinese. Ferd Chumaceiro was trying to introduce soccer in the Far East, but to no avail, and jack Miers was using his diving ability in exploring the ocean floor. I then moved to Bombay, India, where I met Bob Greenfield trying to sign up cheap ball players for the Dodgers. In a suburb of the city I found a free food kitchen run by Ted Marquering and his mathematically-minded chef, Bob Wharton, who served the greasiest food in town. Moving north to Mos- cow, I found Bob Neff, sent to Russia eight years ago by Tru- man to play the Missouri Waltz to joe Stalin, and Cline Vass, noted historian, who was in Russia to find out why Uncle Joe wore a mustache. In Germany I discovered that Ray Morrow had returned to Berlin with his war bride but was having trouble pronouncing German. Ronald Chumaceiro and Andres de Chene, former tennis stars, were touring the world playing strenuous games of table tennis. Later I met Ed Greek, who was an F.B.I. man, investigating to see if Hitler's teeth were false, and Bill Lantz, who was writing a German book of bridge for low I.Q.'s. Next on my journey was Paris, where Bill Hopler, having given up Marsha, was making eyes at French women. I was unable to make more contacts in France, so I traveled to Lon- don, England, the home of Arnie Rapoport, famous author who was corrupting children's minds with his fairy tales. On a' street corner I met Everett Dayton, stout attendant in a day nursery, and Lew Wagner, politician from Boys' State. They told me that john Collins was teaching pig-Latin at Oxford, the same place that Al Goodyear was coach of the tiddly-wink squad. Harry Cohen was visiting London from Scotland where he was owner of a store for thrifty people. In Greece I met George Vetsos, successful fish merchant, who said that the fish business of his assistant in Italy, Ralph Balzac, smelled. In the dark continent of Africa the latest news was that Jim Aberle, a missionary, was seen leading a band of cannibals out of the jungle, singing Bongo, Bongo, Bongo, and john Haddad had given up getting zeros in his courses and joined the sphinx in Egypt. Now that I have completed my mission, you refused to send me funds to get home. I did this trip on the condition that you would supply the necessary expenses, but now you leave me in the wilds of Africa. Please dig in your gold mine and send me money for the return trip. If you desire any more information after reading this report, feel free to write me. Sincerely yours, ALOYSIUS P. QUIGGLEMEYER Page 45 UVHTY HAll Ill FAME Favorite Meri! College ....... Favorite Womarfr College Be.rt Slaozv of Year ........,.. Beit Movie of Year .,.........A Favorite Band ..,.....,., Favorite Comedian ..w.......,,... Princeton, Dartmouth Vassar, Smith Mr. Roberts, Brigad0on ., joan of Arc, Duel in the Sun Tommy Dorsey, Dizzie Gillespie Bob Hope, jack Benny Favorite Radio Program .,..........,,......,.,, Bob Hope Show, jack Benny Show Favorite Comic Strip ,....,... Favorite Actor .....,,.,. Favorite Actreu .,.,....... Favorite Sport ....................,.................... .......... ......,r. Li'l Abner, Dick Tracy Robert Mitchum, Richard Widmark Boopsie Barrett, Ingrid Bergman Football, Baseball Favorite College Football Team ...,.....,........ ,,.......... A rmy, Michigan Favorite Major League Bareball Team ...............,,............. Yankees, Dodgers Favorite Athlete fbetides Blair menj .......,..,, Doak Walker, Glenn Davis Hardeft Courfe ........ Eafieft Course ...,...... Hobby ............................,..... Favorite Newxpaper .............., ,. Favorite Magazine ......... Favorite Book ................ Favorite Pin-up Girl .,...,.... Favorite Song Hit ........... Favorite Drink ...,.... Page 46 English, Algebra U. S. History, Chemistry Women, Photography New York Times, New York Daily News Life, Esquire Illicit, The Naked and the Dead Rita Hayworth, Ava Gardner Slow Boat to China, It's Magic Beer, Milk IIIASSIS L H. D. Albanesius W. Alexander, Jr. R. A. Amdur H. A. Aronson D. M. , Jr. D. C. Bain W. G. Baker tx l rt' F. C. Baldwin, Jr. W, S, Baumann, Jr' D. Beekman W, R, Blake B. D. Boselli G. Bunnell R. A. Carlock A NX -NX 7 'Qt Citi hi H. M. Chumacerio T. B. Clarke E. L. Congdon, Jr- F. W. R. Craandyk H. W. Cutler N. Davidson W. Doppstadt G. M. Dunn, Jr. H. M. Edwards F. Fiore, Jr. Page 48 As the class of 1949 fades into history fwhich by the way is the largest in the history of Blairj the ranks are filled by promising juniors. It will be these boys who will take upon their shoulders the responsibility of carrying on the Blair tradition next ear. y Already they have displayed themselves in many athletics. Steve Kuk has Saylor, Congdon, Roberts, Merrill, Loory, Doppstadt and Wilson returning next year thus providing many promising football Hill prospects. In swimming Coach Williams will have a great team by the return of Merrill, Vande Weghe and Rosen. In basketball Coach Haskins has great hope in Goddin, Davidson, Svhnierson and Beekman. Bob Dalling, coach of wrestling is looking forward to the return of Value, Alexander, Daly, Blume, Thielman, Aronson, Pedevill and Llorens for his next year's squad. The same situation exists in all the other sports. The coaches are proud of returning men who will be seniors holding first string varsity 2'-ff' A, A, 1-'10,-d J. J. Gaspaire B. R. Godden L. M. Gulick P. W. Hallenbeck A. Heaslip ,Q lwdvrrv X., .1 lmsM..mlQ C ra. E. Holland R. S. Kaufman J, B. Kerr W. Knerr J- M- K0f5t E- Krohn M- Lambert- J'- H. Lorens S. H. Loory J. E, Lourie J, Lutack D. L. Lyon W. P. McElwain T. F. Merrill Hllllll ranks. Many have earned their varsity B this year and several members have served as assistant man- agers who next year will be ready to take up the full manager responsibilities. The class of 1950 is looking forward to those added privileges they will receive. The greatest probably is the Sleep-Over. Other privileges will be a radio, more freedom in town, Honor roll and certifying students receive special permission to enter the dorm late and dormitory freedom. The Breeze will be in full swing with Thielman, R. G. Minshull N. A. Nesi E. M. Pakenham Merrill, Phillipp, Lourie, Baumann, Zweifler and Krohn doing the job. The Acta will also be in the hands of qualified boys who have shown their ability this year. It seems that with the competition getting great- er and with such outstanding juniors Blair will produce a fine class in 1950. We are sure that Mr. Roman and the faculty will give them their best co- operation to make it a fine class. The seniors of 49 leave their Best Wishes to the class of 50. Page 1 my I W. B. Paton R. A. Perini R, E, Phillipp T. B- Rvbtfli. Jr- J. G. Roe, 3rd P. Ronquillo H. H. Sue, Jr. H, Slylol' S. L. Schngigrgqn C, E, Schqfgf F, Sefpico R. J. Smythe, JF. R. A. SOI-ldlYIlCk G. D. SKCWII1 J, P, Sym-gr A, C, Thiglman T. C. Valentines' I. B. Value, 2nd G. Vandn-:Wcghe R. Wardle M. F. Weisberg D. B. Wilson W. E. Wulster W. L. Zweifier HHH HIRNI Wagner - s ,Iii- s vw' .',- ian.. ' - . fs. , , .,i -,,,',., ,u . . -A .,f-t 1' gl-,N'v'-' Q' .v eieqtgif .tE'i ta'w 'f2 f fe:f s : ' : v l'-ws if A 'N P 'L First row: Whitehouse, A. M. Chumaceiro, Chavez, Marchant, Jennings, Armelin, Mabrey, Goldenhenz, Brenner. M. R. lizipriles. lferzi. R. K. Beck. Second row: Bannerman, Ash, Carpenter, Ponder, Tatler, Goold llult, Brightly, Krzint, l', R. Sehuul, Scheer. Thirrl row: Saurez, IJ. F. Beck, Born, Throne, Arons, Morris Zi-stef, VViiner. Roy, ti. Klzirtin. l onrth row: Rosen, Anzel, Asserson, Snrgis, Payne, King, llemzirest lli-Bi-voise, Riitfulo. Fifth row: Ruilriguez, J. l'lark, li. l ioi'e, Kyrtsis, liilbig, Nussleiu, l'l:int, liximilin Sixth row: Ryan, l'. McKinney, Martens, lf Phillips, james, Peilevill, Brodsky. Seventh rowg Schmid! liailuiiritni, Knowles, lfriek, R. Daly. Eighth row: Savage, Downie, Rose, SlClIlCff. l0WHl HIRMS As Blair now approaches its second century it is giving the Lower lform boys a chance to prepare themselves for the role of future Blair Seniors. The Lower Form, which is composed of boys between the seventh and tenth grades has members in all of the school activities. These boys will become presi- dents of our clubs and captains of our teams in a few years. Many opportunities are available to show this group how all clubs and athletics work, helping them to become outstanding leaders in school affairs. Athletic teams exist among the Lower Forms to in- struct each boy for t0morrow's varsity teams. One of the greatest honors is boasted of by many Lower f 1 i i Formers-wearer of the Varsity B. Most teams have some boys who hold the rank of assistant man- ageis' who will eventually work up to full manager ran '. Boys who joint the Breeze become journalists at an early age and are able to produce a good school newspaper. Even boys in the Lower Form have helped in producing this book and we feel they are qualifying for the publication of their own yearbook. The Student Council is giving them a chance to help in running of the Student Government. It seems that when these boys reach the rank of senior they will certainly be well qualihed for the tasks they will meet. This experience will not only help them throughout their life at Blair but for their whole life. Page 51 li, Page 52 J gf r ' x ' N K Ea A st mu on PW 0 Tbrousb the A rch Sk: Solo A bil of Boogie! 3 . Pmlflic Bunfi rc From thc uzr AIIIIVIHIS .- x, Yi a. K 'f . Y M, , 24? f -Wxqlxx My X X' Y lin. Second .rowz Value, Smythe, Phillip, Congdon, Loory, Gasparre, Cohen, M. Schaul, J.AH1ll, Rose. Third row: Zweifler, LeVine, L. Baumann, Roe, T. Martin, Kreps, Frick, Rogers, Ruegg, Jaffe, Wills, C. Herrick. Fourth row: Kernan, H. Herrick, Mr. Bodkin, T. Bain, Lonergau, Wry, Aberle, Crane, Boselli, Phillips. lHl lllAIIl llllllll STAFF EDITOR ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,.,.,,,,.,,,, ,,,..,. P i erce Lonergan Managing Editor .,,, ,......,,A.. ....Y a . . james Aberle Copy Editor -,,-,,,A,,,,,,,,,i ,,...,,,,,.., .,,,,,. J o hn Crane. Sports Editor ,.,, - ..,...... , - ,,,,,....,,, .V,,,. O rlin Wry Photographer . ..,.,,,,,.... .....,,,Y,,,,..,.,,,Y,..,YYY,......Y,YY.. G uy FriCk Charles Rogers Carfoomst ,,,.i,,,,,,,,...,,,,,,,,.YYY,Y,.. a. Y.fY.Y... - .YYYYYf..Y.YYY Y Reporters: Ronald Philipp, Walter Bauman, Ludwig Bauman, John Value, Ronald Ruegg, Mark Schaul, Daniel Anzel, Harry Mabrey, Walter Zweifler, Charles Phillips, Crawford ' Herrick. PETE LONERGAN Editor-in-Chief Business Manager ......,,,.,,.. ,.,,,Y,,.... ..,,.,.... ,Y,,,,...,,f,.,... T h 0 mas Bam Business Board: John Davidson, Eugene Krohn, Howard LeVine, Allen Brodsky, Grant Roe. Circulation Co-Managers ,,,...,,,,,, J. Stuart Hill, Harry Herrick Circulation Board: jack Smythe, Bernard Jaffe, Raymond Mey- rowitz, Frank Kreps, Clayton Kostenbader, Francis Kcrnan, Eugene Krohn, Lester Congdon, Frederick Rose. Faculty Adviser .....,,a...,.., - ,........,,,..,....,,,. Mr. Robert A. Bodkln Photography Adviser W.- ,...,... ...... M r. Eugene Hogenauer Once every two weeks the school newspaper, The Blair Breeze, is published, supervised by Mr. Robert Bodkin, the faculty adviser. The paper is written, edited, and set up by Blair students. A Breeze reporter is present at every major school event and after writing an account of it, by Tom Bain, business manager, for its work in securing advertisements for the paper. Through the board's work, ads are obtained both from local and national sources. First row: Cera, W. Baumann, Steinert, Anzel, Meyrowitz, Brodsky, Mabrey, Ham- hands it in. If it is a news or feature article, it is carefully gone over by Editors Pierce Lonergan, john Crane, or james Aberle and if a sports article by Orlin Wry. Due credit must go to the business board headed Page 54 The Breeze is subscribed to by alumni and parents of the students and it- is the duty of the Circulation Board to send these papers out. Under the co-managers, Bunker Hill and Harry Herrick, the board sends out more than 300 Breezes each issue. First row: Aberle, Haddad, Peigert, Metzgar, Crane. Second row: M. Schaul, Tomp- IHHS. T- Bam, Neff, Wills, Wry. Third row: Greenfield, Siefert, Zweifier, T. Martin, Bahrcnliurg, l.eVine, Treganowan, Brecht, Mr. Bailey. lHl ACTA EDITOR -IN-CHIEF ,,,, Business Manager ,,,, Managing Editor ,,,, Thomas Bain james Tompkins Mark Schaul Robert Neff John Haddad Robert Pcigert Layout lzilitor ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Pbolograpby ,, ,, Clair and Faculiy Eilifor ,,,. Sliorii liililor ,.,..,,,,...,, .. ,.,,, Ronald Wills Novelty Editor ,, ,.,... .,,. ..,,. , ,.,,..,.,,,.,,,.,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,, J 0 h n Crane Az'!i1'ilii's Editor ..,,,Y . ,..,,.,..,..,,.YY,,Y,YY,Y,Y,YY,,YY, James Aberle Editorial Slulf: Ted Metzgar, Robert Greenfield, Howard Le- Vinc, Terry Martin, Bruce Bahrenburg, Walter Zweifler. Typiits ,. ,, George Brecht, Dwight Treganowan, Robert Siefert Faculty Adriirr ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,..,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,. Mr. William Bailey The purpose of the 1949 ACTA is to give those Seniors leaving Blair a remembrance of the Academy to take' with them wherever they go. It is concerned mostly with pictures of our graduating classmates, the societies they joined and the teams they played on, but since the object of the yearbook is to present TOM BAIN Editor-in-Chief a picture of the school as a whole, the ACTA con- tains many pictures of underclassmen as well. Early in the school year, plans were well under way for this year's volume and following the ap- pointment of the Editor-in-Chief, Tom Bain, and the Business Manager, james Tompkins, work was soon started. Through the able advisership of Wil- liam Bailey, and the hard work of the staff, the editors have tried to do a good job. Special praise must be given, however, to Mark Schaul, Bob Peigert, John Haddad, Ron Wills, and John Crane upon whose shoulders most of the work fell. Page 55 Page 56 Silllll T llllll Cll Standing: Asserson, Rose, Rogers. Sitting: Mr. Elliot, adviser: Tyree, Lonergan, Mueller, Haddad, Floyd, D. Bain, Gulick, Greek. This year the Council has been very successful in cipline system at Blair, submitting their recommenda all of its objectives. They carried on student con- tions to the faculty. These are only a few things ducted chapel programs throughout both semesters. that the Student Council has done to make 1949 a The Council made an extensive study on the dis- great year for Blair. First row: H. Herrick, Vice-President' Aberle President' Rose Secretary Treasurer M Schaul Second row Rogers Doppstadt B I- N E A Il w H ' I E K Steinert, -Cohen, Ciawiiy, Kauiman, Mabreyg Mr. Williams, adi viser. CARI H It is the job of the Blue and White Key Cabinet to collect and donate money for charitable organiza- tions. Since every Blair student is automatically a member of the Key and it is his money, half of the Cabinet is chosen by its graduating members and half by elections of the student body. To collect the money the Cabinet stations a member with a box at every athletic event and for certain charities, can- vasses the dormitories. The Cabinet supports such charities as B0y's Town, March of Dimes, and the Red Cross. Sitting: Shepherd, LeVineg Neff, Vice-President, Lonergan, President, Meyers: Greck: Ruegg, Secretaryg C. Herrick, Crane, Vass, Almerle. Standing: Mr. Elliot, Adviser, de Chene, Treasurer, Balzac, Crawley, T. Rain, Greenfield, Decker, R. Chnmziceiro, Bo-elli, Haddad, Simon, L. Baumann, Tyree, Stockdale. Under the supervision of its new faculty adviser, David P. Elliot, the Stylus changed its program this year. Instead of discussing topics of any type as in past years, the group studied a specific field-modern American authors. The group, made up of seniors honoring their English course, felt that they be more greatly benefited by such a program. The group also publishes a literary supplement, The Stylist, con- taining material written by the students. First row: Mabrey, La Forgin, Assersong W. Bauman, Secretary-Treasurer: CAMERA lllllll Simon, Presidentg Balzac, Vice-Presidentg Arons, Payne, Goldenlrerg, Ponder. Second row: Prideauz, McElwziin, C. Schziul, M:icl adyen, Suarez, Benton. Lourie, Downie, iiaspzirrc, Third row: Steinert, Morgan, Koehler, Rnaen, Cutler, Loory, Frick, Knowles, Haddad, T. Bain. Fourth row: Value, Alex- ander, Almgren, Pellet, Stockdale, R. Cliumaceiro, Bosclli, Paz. Under the direction of Mr. Eugene Hogenauer, faculty adviser, and Lester Simon, president, the Camera Club has become one of the largest organiza- tions on the campus. The group meets each week to discuss darkroom and picture taking techniques. Having access to a good darkroom in the basement of Insley, the members were able to do their own developing and printing. The best pictures were put on display at times during the year. Page 57 I llIlNAlIll Al Sllllllll Page 58 First row: Meyrowitz, Crawley. Second row: Mr. Stan, Adviserg Balzac, T. Bam, Vice-President, Lonergan, Presidentg Bahrenburg, Secretary-Treasurer. Third row: Eisenberg, Jaffe, Koehler, Siefert, M. Schaul, Paz, Kernan. The members of the International Society meet once a week, usually on Wednesday evenings, to discuss pertinent international questions of the day. Mr. Raymond Stan, history teacher at the Academy, the faculty adviser, and Pierce Lonergan, president, have made this group one of the most respected in the school. During the fall term the society spon- sored a presidential election in which Dewey proved to be by far the first choice among the students. The difference in the regular election, however, did not dampen the student's enthusiasm for the election. Left to right: Balzac, Meyers, Wilson, Collins, Leberg T. Bain, Secretary' Aberle President' Lonergan Vice-President, T. Valen- 0 M I I: R 0 K A p p A n I tiner, Wlzy, Ruegg, Schmidt,, Siefert. Y The Omicron Kappa Delta Society meets each week to discuss religions and subjects concerning them. Many things fall under this topic and the club discusses a wide variety while keeping to its purpose of increasing its knowledge of the beliefs and opin- ions of others to make themselves more fitted for life. Although only in its third year, the organiza- tion, under Rev. L. Rodney Boaz, its faculty adviser, and James Aberle, its president, has been filled to its quota of eighteen members. PRESS SEUB To the Press Club falls the job of sending notices to newspapers of important school events such as sports, dances and other activities. There is a Press Club representative at all home sports events to write them up. Wlien the students leave for a major vacation word is sent to their hometown newspaper. l s ui' iv Sitting: Amdur, T. Bain, H. Herrick: Crane, Presidentg Wiener. Standing: Zweifier, Baker, Wry, Brophy, Phillips, Anzel. The local newspapers of boys who attended the prom were informed of the fact. Doing an important job, the Press Club under the leadership of its faculty adviser, Mr. Kempf, and its president, John Crane, has been able to give Blair activities fine publicity this year. WEBSTER SUSIEEY The Webster Society provides its members with an opportunity to improve their public speaking. Under the leadership of its President Les Simon, the group met once a week. At the meetings both pre- pared and extemporaneous speeches are given and First row: Kernan, Anzel, Curiel, Goddin, Siefert. Second row: Eisenberg, Greek, Floydg T. Bain, Vice-Presidentg Simon, Hresi- dentg Shepherd, Secretary. Third row: Valueg Mr. Heys! Adviserg Zweifler, Stockdale, Alexander, Gasparre, Amdur, l.eVme, Jaffe, R. Chumaceiru, Tompkins. are criticized by the members. Each member of the society takes part in both preparing and criticizing speeches, thus gaining poise and conhdence. Page 59 Page 60 Front row: Zweifler, Zoda, Kreps, Mr. Ewing, Saylor, Davison. E 0 Back row: Hill, Knerr, Merrill, Paton, Mr. Porter, Meyers. The Dance Band, under the leadership of Mr. play the type of music they prefer. The group played Ewing and assisted by Mr. Porter has increased in for the Varsity NB dances, gave a few programs in popularity this year. The Band gives those boys who Chapel, and assisted in the Dramatic Club's pro- are musically inclined a chance to get together and gram. Their music was well liked wherever they went. Sitting: Kreps, Saylor, Ponder, Zoda, Brodsky, Paton, Cutler, Saxe, Baldwin, J. Davison, Brophy, Meyers, Merrill, Almgren, R A N n Sieiert. Standing: Mr. Ewing, J. S. Hill, Smythe, Anzel, Knerr. The Blair Band, this year as in former years, per- ment recital. Although hampered by lack of time in formed at all of the home football games and at the which to practice, Mr. Ewing, the band's director, pep rallies. The band also entertained in chapel a did an excellent job in preparing them to play at the number of times and was featured in a commence- first and following football games. 4 ' f 3 of i , 4 4 Glll UlUB Each year between sixteen and twenty of the best voices in the choir are pickl ed by Mr. Kelsall to Front row: Slingland, Greek, Almerle, Merrill, Davison, Bailey, Kostenliafler, llc-rlclen. llziek row: Value, Simon, Saxe, Meyers, Sehofer, Pakenlmm, Mueller, lfloyrl, directed by Mr. Kelsall and Mr. Ewing. Singing both sacred and secular music, the organization gives Glee Club has the compose the Glee same president as t RX kj ,and is K x lHl UHUIH The Academy Choir, directed by Mr. joseph Kelsall, sings each week in the Blairstown Presby- terian Church and gives concerts each year in other churches, auditoriums, and radio stations. Made up Of some fifty or sixty students, the organization has numerous programs at the school and away and is featured in the annual june Commencement musical recital. First row: Vlfilsnn, liniley, Lelier, Simon, Mueller, president: Meyers, Szixe, Guulfl. Sc-ennrl row: Mr, Kc-lsall, ilireclurg lguvismi, Hupler, Koch, lfluyrl, Kelly, Lzimlmert, llnlirenlwurg, Mr, lzwing, -zieeonipzniist. Tliircl row: llerliol, linker, I':ilcenh:im, B. l'Javisuu, liriglilly, Mzilmrey, VVl1itehmise, Alexziiiiler, Alrerle, T. lllzlrk. lffillflll row: lircelc, Mzxsszzi, llzlin, li, Vciiigclnii, l.ee, Merrill, Dunezui, Sturer, liucly, VVli:ii'ton, ll, King, llznrtow, llunnell. sung in the past years such well-known numbers as The Lord's Prayer, The Hallelujah Chorus, and the Battle Hymn of the Republic. The choir was headed this year by its President Art Mueller, and received help from Winson Ewing, music director. Page 61 Page 62 TTTMAN 0lUB First row: L. Baumann, Goold. Second row: Greenfield, Trcga- nowang Mr. Hogenauer, Adviserg Boselli, President. Third row: Frick, Shepherd, LeVine, Hausmann, Wryg T. Valentiner, Secre- taryg Ford. A new organization this year, the German Club topics to gain a practical usage of this language was formed in order to let students learn more about Directed by Mr. Hogenauer, the faculty adviser, and the language. At its meeting each week, club mem- Bruce Boselli, president, the group entertained the bers sing, compete in contest, and discuss pertinent student body at a chapel service during the year. HUBBY ClUB Twice each week the Hobby Club meets in their well-equipped East basement shop, There under the supervision of Mr. Preston White the members work on projects in wood, plastics, leather, and metal. From First row: Goold, Kerr, Troy, Holt, Getz. Second row: Margraif, Storer, Frick, F. Fiore, Zaremha. Third row: Nuesslein, Sheperd, Bunnell, Herbol, Martens, R. McKinney, P. McKinney, Schmidt. these materials the students make desk lamps, tables, cabinets, and other useful articles. The popularity of this work is shown by the club's enrollment of more than thirty boys. SCII Ut ClUB The Science Club was organized three years ago to widen the interest and knowledge of its members in any or all branches of the scientific field. Under its faculty adviser, Mr. james Pender, and president, john Haddad, it has completed that purpose. The .1 First row: Brightly, Arons. Second row: Simon, Vice-President: Haddad, Presidentg Aherle, Treasurer: Crane, Secretary. Third row: Greenfield, Decker, Roe, T. Bain, Stockdale, Almgren, Siefert. members gave prepared talks with question and an- swer periods, went on trips to see scientific projects and exhibits, and also attended lectures. Despite its tender age the organization has one of the largest memberships of any on the campus. DHAMATICS ClUB Under its new leaders, Mr. Chase and Mr. Hayes, the Dramatics Club has had a successful year. Led by President Ray Meyrowitz and several experienced members, the organization put on a number of per- First row: Goold, Mabrey, Bailey, Getz, Anzel, Zweifler, Cutler, Downie, Peigert. Second row: Baker, Rosen, R. Chumaceiro, Sec- retaryg Smythe, Rapnport, Duncan, Ruc-gg, Gasparre, Alexander, Value, Rogers. Third row: Mr. Chase, Adviser: Phillip, Vice- Presidentg Meyrowitz, President: Mueller, Lonergxxng Martin, Treasurer, Aberle, I. Baumann, Mr. lieys, Adviser. formances. The Academy Players, the honor society of the Thespians of which Lonergan and Mueller are Co-Presidents were invaluable in the productions. A large portion of the members will return next year. Nffxff li K .Q i' ' koi: 4- -f x fjil' ' fri.- U ,L i ., ,,,,.5,5 1v:'f7-?iqQ'l7 .-CQ wg, 2. -,ap 1 W5 -d-'Edge' .4 fsff,,55 5 --ff1!f:h . , ..,.,. k 5.5, 153, .551 -. - F' 1,-s 1'v, '- p fn' A 04 N vv,.s,.5.q,,. ,rl-9? jfgeiixh 51 cv: ggi. ' gy.-. .- I-:ytf+ zr I' nlrxw AJP .- Q . . 1 - A 1 1 s ,1,-,fn i A I sf 2. -N5-Agn . ' , . f 1 T ,I . ' , 2 4 X K v,f,.I-. f K, nc nv ., m J,N. r ,a N ' , BMP. n J .1 f ., s 511: k' 9 D l U . Qagniiz tale' lr -' IHE PRIINI MID-WINTER PROM The Blair mid-winter prom started on Friday afternoon, February 4th, when nearly one hundred members of the fail sex descended on the school to the joy of every Blair boy whether he went to the prom or not. The prom-goers dancec Friday evening to the music of jerry Jerome and his orchestra 'jx Av' '19 .1 GL.- 'vu . . ,Wu 1-3,2 . ff-fe' .g. .4 wr . .,,.'ig41r.agkx,u, 3 I nm -vrfi-it , . -V 5:13 , 'il X- ,.,.y5,1L ,'-:gp 's 'ZH 'J ' dug. - NYU. - - x i ',31:::iM-5- H ..- -.- eufnf , V-,fm Page 64 --,IL-'2,4,, 25,-' s 'J 1 'Js44f 4.1 I -'-3.9-1-':-xl, 1 H l,,..: -rA.'f?!l t, nv' P 1 . .- 'wv::'i,'wQ.f':,i f4fFr5'.- 1-is 15: A ' , his -g.1,., ,P N, W1 I ftzrk nxt-?Qg,.i -K Wm .. ,.A.5,E,gy .Fg13Azgq1:.E3gQa.iML . ., .,. .I .. si mf 1-,L LL, I-W'x. ' W A .I we I 2'0 .r -sf-SW .e. FM .Wu ' ' SAL,-.,-fi-1-'1i.'J.'.. . ., . , K ' ' , . .13 '1j'5j.':ff,..g:4s1,Q1C .-, tag. - 1.1 H , Y .- .. .4 nf. -- wg .ff .X-, s A.. . f-5qv.y?:3Li- 'gf-5,25 f, 45. -Lx?-pq in 1 -' 5 5 -. gsq?-ursz,:,4'La1f3:'1u,g-.3--., , 'N 1'l'E?:V:'3':6- '45 Ci 'f'.'51Q!1jf3t-55,13 ' Q ,. , .:v,-41, :wfiryil v xvgfx until two in the morning. The boys were then given a halt'- hour to estort their girls to the dorm and say goodnight. Saturday was also a hig day for the guests. They didn't have to get up for hreakfast and the boys were allowed to take their dates to classes later in the morning. In the afternoon the teams did very well, perhaps hecause of the unusual support, 4 A ' A '- 'worts events and tying one. That by winning two ol the si night there was an informal dance that lasted until midnight with Al C1lothier's OI't'l1CSlf.l. Sunday, of course, was the only ' ' ' ' I ' ' faithful promises and sad day, the girls farewells and the leaving alter many ' ' ' l take masters agreeing that it should on y for the boys to get back to normal. about three weeks A zwwtrmf ix r P-lgc' xS- is ki it 7 X 1 , be 6 X ' r-V ,- X233 ? gl 3 fn ra 'f ' r 5 1 ,-1-3. V1 ,L Q4 Y H ' -:iu ' H 0. . CEN TEN N IAL DAY October 9, 1948 We are wholly dedicated to the com- prehensive educational task which is ours, and to the maintaining of a good character for our school. We are confident of our destiny. We are counting upon the con- tinuing support of the Whole cast, of each one of you, who with us make up our school's essential factors. BENJAMIN D. ROMAN, Headmaster Tl. 'A ,f . V.-ff ,-Y-:ir 1 7 ,Y S cz - - f 1 W9 1 5 -7' f f- I f iv: , 4 ff ' 0 if 5 z -o'f,.f'?1?.f'f 3 - ,fl . -,L 4' -14. ,V - Q-f w x -ifffg 'A fx!! Q fc A -..:-V J a'Y,,,.-- Yr.-.4 ' 1 ' ?i it , -' 2. .' ' gif-fr' -f J ' ' Q L-',-- -A - ' , f 6:64-izegizs-'Z-+ - 'V 7 fl ' ' if ' 1 RT. , ll x X 1 , n Y 4, . , if ,Q ,gl ! ll - V1 43 4 W1 ' f M4 'i L 1..- QQ, 452353.31 H f 1 MM 1 fd 's V ' f ll N L., . W -.1 ' - - I I -gl' ,- ' offs . - ' ff . 'cftfn O 6 s' A ,O -9 KY- - iv Q ,Q Q 1, , 4 0 '.- 1 .5 iv , g ,,,1g1.',' lf., Q3 Q:-:arfafrfzrekfzezfwz-:ww-ffwfrvzag-.1'f,a1Q:grime-z52, . fc. 1 gp' 9.5. 04 s o'5N'4,Q-:- Q,-iq 1.3-.0. .'.:-:J ,-vb Zo, - .. .ge-,--3411, X .s Q, . x .w-za.w,-.3:1.g.1.3.g.g5-.gag17,3 6,1151-ef,p.g-4g5.,,g:9 'M -r .-ws. ng., 1 , - 1-. we i--1 -,rv f ,o 14- - -kwbgdz. .l4,,.c',. si 'fi' p Page 66 AIHIHICS AlHllTIC CHU Cll The duties of the Athletic Council are many, although they only meet three or four times during the course of the school year. Under the leader- ship of Athletic Director LeRoy Has- kins and Headmaster Benjamin Ro- man, the Council meets to discuss and vote on athletic awards, managerial appointments, and betterment of Blair athletics as a whole. The captains of football, basketball, swimming, and baseball provide the student represen- tation on the council. Sitting: Mr. Haskins, Mr. VVilliams, Mr. Roman. Standing: Hill, Duncan, Wills. CHEtRllADERS KEN With the Varsity B Association taking charge of the student cheering at the football games and pep rallies, it was only natural that the organization supervise the work of the cheerleaders. The first step in this plan was to revise the old stand-by cheers and motions, and find someone capable of teaching :ge 68 house, De Bevoise, La Fountain the candidates new ones. jack Prideaux, who became captain of the squad, was the person chosen for this task. Starting weeks before the opening football game, the cheerleaders practiced hard, and by the time the Montclair game rolled around they were capable of putting on a fine show, which they kept right on doing for the remainder of the season. Pricleauz, Captain, l.eViue, VVhite VARSITY 6' First row: Mr. Pender, Adviserg Goddin, Leher, J. Davidson, Mueller, Bacho, Gearhart, Kernan, La Fountain: T. Bain, Secre- tary. Second row: Tallon, l.. Baumann, Congclon, Wightman, Wyman. J. Ilill, l.eVine, M. Sehaul, Alierleg Simon, Treasurer. Third row: Rogers, R. Desideriu, Koch, Prideaux, Marchant, The Varsity B Association, formed last year and still in its infancy, has been growing by leaps and bounds. The Association has taken over the supervision of pep rallies and cheerleaders, the publi- cation of game programs and the selling of refresh- ments at the games, and the sponsoring of Tea and Dinner Dances. The basic aim of the B is an attempt at raising the school morale and the bettering- Troast, Vande Weghe, Roy. Fourth row: Balzac, Wharton, Culick Kostenhader. Paz, De Bevuise, Merrill, Hunt. Fifth row: Ilvvk man, Serpico, Slingland, Baker, de la Guardia, G. Valantiner. 'I' Valaritiner. Sixth row: Lonergan, Bahrenhurg, ll. Herrick, llnp ler, Duncan, Wills, C. Herrick, Tompkins, Gross. of athletic facilities. The membership of this associ- ation is limited to those who have the distinction of wearing a varsity B and the fathers of those boys. Under the leadership of its three officers, Scott Tyree, Tom Bain, and Lester Simon, the association has done a great deal this year in helping the school and the students, and these officers feel that the B will grow to be an even finer organization in the years to come. VARSITY B OFFICERS AND SPONSORED ACTIVITIES Page 61 S 'Wai' .- Q f its?-M xt -aiaz-fr,.f is - fe af 'f T -- . - s L---.' . nuff gf' ,f-'. - . v iii as y.. -e . f . . -...s,.. si- -.. . aw , f',g?'i-tt .Q - t . . f i - T . Nws . X rid? 'Y A if I gg 5, .ef .Q I . ,.. . t f -' ,nm 5 wx s. -1.535-rag, su. ..........a..n-....-U L. L, Li . .K H at 0 V X as -W' W --l Qs ,or ' ,,.. an ,JK in 1' an we 4, , First row: Baeho, I. Davidson, Mueller, Duncan, co-eaptaing Kostenbader, co-captain, F. Desiderio, T. Bain, Con don Ser lco Second r w Merr'll Tr t Sl' 1 d L b G C H k R lg , p . . o : 1 , oas , ing an , e er, ross, . erric , . Desiderio, Koch. Thnixd row: Young, assistant coachg Hopler, manager, Parks, Gulick, Tallong L. Baumann, manager, Kuk, head coac . Although the first two games were overwhelm- ing victories, the Blair Academy Varsity Football Team could not come up with a win during the remainder of the season, even losing a tough game to Blair's traditional rival, Peddie, by a 12-7 score. The job of rebuilding the 1948 edition of the Blair eleven faced Coach Stephen Kuk and his as- sistant, Ward Young, as the smallest squad in the past seven years 155, only five of which were return- ing lettermenj came out for football in September. The material was light and inexperienced, and Coach Kuk tried to make a fast team to make up for the lack of weight and worked the squad hard each day so that they would gain experience. These deficien- cies, however, were apparent throughout the season. Three of the five losses which Blair suffered were to teams that heavily outclassed the Blue and White squad in these departments. The result was that the team did poorly on offense and the line could not hold their heavier opponents on defense. Another thing that harassed Coach Kuk during the schedule was injuries to key players. Four first-string men Page 70 were out of action for entire games when their presence was badly needed. In the first game of the campaign the Blair football team completely outclassed Montclair Acad- emy, sending them down to defeat by a 19-0 score. Bob Desiderio and Don Leber, doing most of the ground-gaining, scored one and two touchdowns respectively for Blair. Particularly worthy of note was the forward line which held Montclair's total offense for the afternoon to three yards lost. Before a large Centennial Day crowd came the second victory, this time against Fort Washington Military Academy. Blair did almost as well as they did against Montclair, tallying twenty-one points to their opponent's six. Bob Desiderio scored two quick touchdowns in the first period and Leber added one in the third. In the second quarter John Cuneo of Fort Washington faded back into his end zone to pass, but he was rushed by the Blair line and tackled by Frank Serpico and Bill Duncan to give Blair a safety. The only cadet score came after Blair had tallied all their points. fr 40-'iudpv fw- Desidllfno Bobby C0-Caplain Clay! Kosfcnbarfcr The string of defeats was started when the Blair eleven traveled to Lawrenceville to meet a heavier and more-experienced foe paced by Eric Rodin. A long run-back of a punt and an interception set up two quick touchdowns for Lawrenceville in the first period, after which the victors scored in every period to defeat Blair, 27-12. Leber, who sparked the whole running attack for Blair, scored both tallies. At Cornwall, N. Y. the following Saturday New York Military Academy cashed in on the breaks and made two goal-line stands to win, 20-6. Each team scored a touchdown in the first period, Dale Parks' pass to John Korst in the end zone being good for Blair's six points. The Blair team's second drive for a touchdown was stalled on the cadet three yard line at the end of the half. In the third period New York M. A. took the lead with a touchdown, but Blair missed their chance to tie the game when they could not plunge for a score from the one yard line in four tries. The other cadet tally came after a short drive which started when Coach Kuk's team lost the ball on a fumble. The third loss of the season came at the hands of St. Benedict's by a 19-O score. The Grey Bee's heavier team overpowered their opponents as they rolled up three touchdowns in the first half. In the third period, however, the Blair line put up a goal line stand on the two yard stripe and thereafter St. Benedict's did not threaten serious- ly. The Blair eleven, in suffering its first shutout, was stalled on the ground and through the air and did not penetrate far into enemy territory throughout the game. Scoring a touchdown in every period except the third, a strong Pennington team sent Blair down to defeat, 20-6. Pennington scored in the first period on an eighty- Tense moment an the benfb. Bill Troasl gains first down. Cb- Cap ,401 8171 5.53 011 are 1: Page 71 ali A ifZ3wr.:i1'g . . Y - ,. f f , ,fig J . e , 5- Q, ,by -W, - Small Sain by GFOVKF Slingland Big Don Leber crashes through. Page 72 Art Mueller four yard march, and again in the second quarter on a thirty-five yard drive following an interception. Blair could not do anything on the ground, and it wasn't until the third period when they started passing that the Blue and White drove for a score. Don Leber's pass to Andy Bacho completed the drive. Pennington added another touchdown for insurance in the final period. As the forty-fifth annual contest between the traditional rivals, Blair and Peddie, approached, the Blair team looked good enough to defeat their opponents. Peddie, however, capitalized on two breaks in the third period to edge out Coach Steve Kuk's squad by a 12-7 score. Immediately after taking the opening kick-off, the Blair elever moved straight down the field for a touchdown. Dale Parks' thirty-seven yard pass tc George Slingland was the big gain in the sixty-seven yard march with Don Leber'f short aerial to Andy Bacho in the end zone being good for the score. Frank Serpicc added the extra point and Blair had a seven point lead which, from their play during the rest of the half, looked as if it would not be relinquished. In the third quartei Charles Candy of Peddie blocked Bill Troast's punt, caught the ball before it touchec the ground, and ran all the way unmolested for a touchdown. The conversion wa: missed. Peddie's winning score came only a few minutes later when a fumble by Park: 'was recovered by the victors on the Blair twelve yard line. Three plays later Peddii scored on a two yard plunge through tackle. Thereafter, neither team was able tc make a continuous drive. The final gun sounded with Peddie having chalked up thei nineteenth triumph in the series against Blair's twenty-one victories. There have beer five ties in this rivalry which is the oldest prep-school series in New jersey. Tom Bain Les Congdon Frank Desiderio Buck Gulirk Andy Bagbg 'wifi lx, Emi ,,,0,,,,,1 john Davidson The tabulations of the season revealed that Don Leber was high-scorer on the team, having tallied thirty points, Besides scoring live touchdowns himself, his passes were good for two more. Bob Desiderio was runner-up with three touchdowns, while john Korst had one and Andy Bacho two six-pointers. Frank Serpico added three extra points after the touchdowns. Don Leber and Bob Desiderio were leading gainers on the ground, while Dale Parks sparked the team through the air. Bill Troast and Desiderio did the punting for Blair averaging twenty-seven yards a try. From his quarter-back position john Davidson piloted the team on offense and stopped many opposing ball-carriers on defense. Other backs on whom Coach Steve Kuk depended during the year were Arnold Koch, Barry Gross, john Korst, and George Slingland. In the line Frank Serpico and Andy Bacho were leading pass receivers. Tom Bain and Doug Tallon were also dependable at the end positions, while Art Mueller and Bill Duncan were iron men at the tackle slots. Frank Desiderio and Clayton Kostenbader at guard posts, and Lyman Gulick and Lester Congdon at center comprised the middle of the forward wall. Season statistics show that the Blair eleven was outscored by one hundred four to seventy-one points and that they did not do as well as their opponents on the ground. In the passing department, however, Blair did better than the opposition, completing twenty-four out of sixty-nine aerials for a little under three hundred yards. Fourteen fumbles, only five of which were recovered by Blair, proved to be an asset for their opponents. On the other hand Blain played tleaneg-fbotball, having only thirteen penalties called against them all year. .ff i ' 4 D, , I lt p VI, It vw Ili 'I J i ll' 1 '5 . ' . 1, ' t I ff it 'K I U vi I if b' t, ll ii 5 Capiainx an A ' I ' L I i 1 f . L 1 1 i X I 'A ',. '1 1 ' ' ' Red Herr: k Doug Tallon ' Frank Serpico XJ W-cy. Page 74 First-row: Bahrenhurg, Goddin, J. Davisong Paz, captaing Marchant, Vetsos, T. Valentiner. Second row: lNT31'Cl3l, coachg Beekman, G. Valentiner, Wepper, Rogers, VVharton, Hunt. Third row: Perini, F. Chuma- cerxo, Meyrowitz, dc la Guardia, Floyd, Minshullg VVymzm, manager. Slllfllllt-l943 According to the score book, Blair Academy's soccer team won 2, lost 5, and tied 1, but the squad was far better than any records show. During the first few games they were hampered by lack of practice and injuries, and the fact that only three lettermen, Paz, Rogers and Marchant returned from last year. The starting eleven played almost every minute during the oflicial games for there were few boys with experience enough to relieve the varsity men. The first three games proved to be an odd mix- ture of excitement and poor ball handling. Blair lost to Sussex 1-0 then turned around and beat Clinton 2-1 with Goddin and Rogers receiving scor- ing honors. In their third start, the Blue and White lost to Sussex again 3-1. The team's captain, Paz, scored the only goal. During the following games, Coach Marcial could readily see the improvement in his club. One of the best soccer players in years at Blair, Bill Valentiner, arrived from Venezuela and took over the position at inside left. After a hard fought game, Blair lost a squeaker to New York Military Academy 2-1 with Bill Valentiner dropping in the goal. The fine backfield work of Goddin, Bahrenburg, Perini, Hunt and Wharton stopped many a shot. In the next contest, the Booters fought fiercely in a driving rain to drop a 2-1 game to Lawrenceville with Rogers again making a superb kick for the lone tally. Marchant and Davison once more proved their ability as the younger members of the team. For their second win, the soccer squad dunked Blairstown High to a 2-O shutout. The Big Blue traveled then to Peddie to play against what was called the soccer team of the state on a muddy, rain-soaked field. During this match, Beekman, Blair's goalie played a brilliant game on Grove Preparatory School to a 1-1 tie. the defensive, however, Peddie finally won 2-0. In At a post season meeting, Bruce Goddin was the final game of the year, the team fought the Lake elected captain of the 1949 soccer team. f e at r fe if l i k ,rb. l ,, 1. 15 12 ' W - W' aff lj 29, ii S z' sf ' - 5 r- 4 K ri- 7. g 4 r we 'wifi r, -M ' f . ,Ka r- K - , , ff 'X ' . ,fa , N AY ' I 5 Q. p yyyp , V 1 M V , 1 f-V ga' we a N ' y me H 1 5 ' W5 A 'lg' W P F 4 1 1 Wea, a 55' N S ,,,iw,f 'F 5 V , 2 451 s Q it a W ai I A 1 , N' I 7 Basal? ig ' t',, s ,fiiw 71 1 1 if e,,lr 12' warfftsi v A . . lgljlfiw A 'Q-If 1,1-:5'f??s - W we ,s-,ia - 'Q 5 M ff Jyh l V i: yxi rjw , ffil ' V 'r iie ?y,,1:':-my H AVLV f K V y U .M il Z f iw X 'fi ' sf Inna. Page 75 The 1948 cross country season seemed to come in like a lion and go out like a lamb. The streaking Blue harriers were ably assisted by such perform- ers as captain Fran Ker- nan, who broke the Blair course record twice this year, Scott Tyree, right behind Kernan all season, Pete Lonergan, always a high placer, and last but not least Ethan Gearhart and Ronnie Willsg both of whom improved greatly during the campaign. The harriers avenged an old grievance from last season by swamping Trinity by a 18 to 44 score with Kernan going on to set a new course record of 10 minutes 17.4 seconds. One week later the Blair wing-footed squad continued its undefeated season by walloping Lawrenceville 17 to 42. The following Saturday, October 30 was a red letter day for the undefeated harriers as Kernan broke the course record helping to set the Blue team ahead of a strong Weequahic team 16-35. Following this vic- tory Blair kept their string of victories by shutting out Boonton High School by a decisive 15-40 score. Things were high for the Blue streakers, but on a muddy, rain-swept bridle path at Branch Brook park in Newark the Blair harriers suffered their first setback at the hands of St. Benedict's. Slowed up First row' Tyree Baker Cra ndyk' Ke an ca t ' G h IIIHISS CHU llll by various casualties, the Blair team salvaged a sec- ond, fourth, fifth, ninth and tenth place and emerged on the wrong side of a 25-30 score. And finally the fatal seven from Hightstown proved a little too much for the Blue cross country squad, on November 13, Peddie nosed out the home team by a close 25-30 score, during the halves of the football game. The race was close from start to finish and proved to be the most spectacular meet of the year, as Palamountain, Peddie captain crossed the finish line to set a new course record of 10 minutes 8.2 seconds. Concluding their season with 4 wins and 2 de- feats, Blair placed fifth at the state meets at Prince- ton. Tyree, Gearhart, Kernan, Wills, Lonergan, Crandyck, and Simon finished in that order for the Blue team. ' ,v 3 YU , Pam' ear eart, W'll Lo . S d : ' ht mxnllefi Ike, Stdrer, Simon, Balzaci Pender, coach. I I S' nergan econ row wig man' Page 76 L... First row: Herlmol, R. Desiderio, Baker, Pellet, T. Bain, Captaing Craandyk, Paz, Boselli, Martens, Second row: Mr. Pender, Coach: D. Desiderio, Krohn, Gasparre, Storer, Zaremha, Heaslip, Steinert, Kernvan, Bedell, Roe, Manager. Third row: Lee, Ford, Maclfadyen, Koch, Kelly, Morgan, Hunt. Fourth row: Lambell, L. Bziumzum, Mueller, Wry, T. Wagner, Vass. WI llll TRACK Winter track at Blair in past years has meant merely practice and conditioning for outdoor track in the spring. Last year, however, things started to change. A meet was arranged with the Peddie School to be held outdoors on a board track. This was the first outdoor winter meet for any Blair trackman. The team, led by Guy Kay and Captain Ken Hynes, both of whom won thirds in the Prep School Nationals at Madison Square Garden, beat Peddie overwhelmingly. This year meets were sched- uled with the Princeton Freshmen, Peddie, and Lawrenceville. Although the Peddie meet was called off, the others were held and the team showed up quite well. The first meet was lost to a very superior Princeton team, however, on the following Saturday the team got a fourth place in the Prep x. School division of the National A.A.U. meet held again at the Garden. Bruce Ford and Captain Tom Bain won second and fourth places respectively in the high hurdles, Bob Desiderio got a fifth place in the sixty yard dash, and the mile relay team got a fifth place for a total of nine points. A few days later the team met a strong Lawrenceville team and won with a close score of 36-32. Standouts in the winter season, who were counted on heavily for spring track, were Ford, Bain, Desiderio, Francis Kerman, Scott Tyree, and Bill Mackey. Coach Pender believes that the team did remarkably well, consid- ering that it did not have an outdoor track to practice on as did other teams. The Varsity B association has been attempting, however, to build a track for the school and it is very possible that the team will have a board track for next year's season. Page 77 sth' Page 78 xd- ,Q v J..- Center: Schneierson, Captain. Outside ring: Knrst, Slingland, Gulick, Leher, Bacho, Rose, N. Davidson, Kreps, Mr. Haskins, Coach, Wightman, Serpico, J. Davidson, Beekman, Goddin, Goodyear, Wiener, Manager. VARSITY BASKllBAll Although the team started out as a group of five uncoordinated ball players, none of whom had ever played with each other, the Blair Academy Varsity Basketball Team united and compiled one of the best records in recent years, winning ten of thirteen games. The task of making a winning combination from a squad which did not include any returning letter- men faced Coach LeRoy Haskins as practice began in December. After working with several groups, Coach Haskins selected his starting live, which how- ever, was weak on fundamentals. Through constant practice the first string achieved uniformity of play and developed into an outstanding quintet. The first test of the Blair courtmen came against Prudential A. A. of Newark before Christmas. For over three and a half periods both teams kept pace with each other, until the last three minutes when Blair pulled in front to stay and won, 46-42. Stan Schneierson led the Blue with ten points. After the Christmas recess the team, paced by Noel Davidson's twenty-one points, defeated Phillips- burg High School by a 57-51 score. The six point advantage made in the first half was the difference in the game. The following Saturday at Lawrenceville saw one of the closest games of the season. Blair won it in the last seventeen seconds on Stan Schneierson's foul, 49-48, climaxing a contest in which the lead con- stantly changed hands. Lawrenceville's Eric Rodin attempted to tie the game with a foul with one second left but missed the shot. Noel Davidson tied for high scorer with seventeen points. In the next week the quintet came up with a victory and a loss. The former was over Montclair Academy on Wednesday, 59-49. Once Blair became used to the strange Montclair court it was an easy win. The defeat was suffered at the hands of Peddie at Hightstown, 49-33, when Blair could not sink their shots. The score was tied at the half, but in the last two periods the home team outplayed their opponents. On the succeeding Saturday New York Military Academy won a close game, 63-61, when jim Baryl- ski sank a long set shot in the last fifteen seconds. The game was marked by the consistent exchanging of the lead, and the failure of Blair to convert foul shots was the chief factor in their defeat. George Slingland tied for individual scoring honors with sixteen points. Four consecutive victories brought the cagers out of their temporary slump. At Newark the next Wednesday, Blair had little trouble sending Newark Academy down to defeat. The score was 53-35. Noel Davidson's twenty-four points sparked his team. Before a Prom crowd Blair routed Montclair Acad- emy, 73-34, in the return game. The starting hve only played half the game and outscored their oppo- nents by thirty-live points during that time. George Slingland was leading scorer with thirteen points. Blair's seventh triumph of the season came at the expense of Churchman's Business College by a 62-49 score. Noel Davidson, who led Blair with nineteen points, held a monopoly in this department from this game on. john Davidson's lay-up in the last sixty- five seconds sent Peddie down to defeat, 44-42, to give Blair revenge for the previous loss to their tra- ditional rivals. The winners put on a freeze in the last minute to keep possession of the ball and pre- serve the victory. In a two game weekend series in New York City the courtmen were forced to settle for a split. Friday night they lost to Horace Mann, 48-32, on the latter's exceptionally large court. Center Noel Davidson was the only one who was effective against the victors. On a small Trinity School court the following after- noon it took three periods before the Blair quintet could show its superiority. Trinity was finally downed by a 53-41 score. To complete the successful season Blair com- pletely overwhelmed the Drew University j.V., 85- 46, setting two records in the process. At the end of the first eight minutes of play the score was tied, but Blair turned the game into a rout in the last three quarters. Noel Davidson, who tallied twenty-three points, ended the season with a 15.6 average, topping former record holder jack Rose by six-tenths of a point. The eighty-five points was the highest total ever accumulated in one game by a Blair quintet. George Slingland and john Davidson played left and right forward respectively'on Coach Haskins' outstanding team. Slingland's specialty was the lay- up while Davidson usually put in any shot from the side of the court. Noel Davidson held down the center slot, his pivot shots and one-handers having been the downfall of the opposition. Hank Wight- man at left guard and Captain Stan Schneierson at the right guard position were good ball-handlers and feeders to the forwards and center. Schneierson was a deadly set shot artist while Wightman had the best percentage of free throws on the starting five. Bruce Goddin and Dan Beekman were substitute forwards, and Andy Bacho relieved at center. Don Leber, Lyman Gulick, and Bud Kreps at guard posts were other second stringers on whom Coach Haskins depended. Final statistics revealed that Noel Davidson led the team with 203 points. john Davidson and Sling- land were in the hundred bracket with 120 and 108 respectively. Noel Davidson also was leader in field goals, fouls made, fouls attempted, average, and personal fouls. The team as a whole outclassed their opponents in every department except personal fouls and percentage of fouls converted. They tallied 707 points, one hundred and ten more than their opponents. Page 79 Page 80 First row: De Chene, Gross, Merrill, Duncan, Wills, Co-Captain: La Fountain, Vande Weghe, Kaufman, Rosen. Second row: Mr. Williams, Coach, J. S. Hill, Co-Captain, M. Schaul, Manager, Rogers, Miers, Drake. SWINIIVII ll Although the prospects at the start of the season were dismal, the swimmers come through with flying colors, amassing a dual meet record of 5 wins, 1 tie, and 1 defeat, and topping off the season by placing second and sixth at the State meet and Eastern championships, respectively. Coach Chet Williams formed the team around returning letter- men, co-captain Ronny Wills, Bill Duncan, and George Vande Weghe, and one newcomer to swim- ming, but in his second year at Blair, Don LaFoun- tain. Even though Duncan was disqualified in the backstroke, the mermen submerged a not too strong Lafayette Frosh team, 34-32 in the first meet of the season. The Blue swimmers manager to win only two first places in the individual events, but swept both relays to gain victory. Co-captain Wills won the breaststroke event and Tom Merrill took the 100 yard freestyle for the two individual events, while the medley relay team of Duncan, Wills, and Charlie Rosen garnered their way to a first, as did the free- style quartet of Vande Weghe, Dick Kaufman, Tom Merrill and LaFountain. That night the relay teams traveled to Princeton for the dedication of the new Brakaw Pool, and both relay teams swam exhibition races. Upon return from Christmas vacation the team looked stronger and completely overwhelmed Wyo- ming Seminary, 44-22. LaFountain, Wills, Duncan, Merrill and Fred Drake all took first places for the Blue. The following week however, the Blair mer- men made every point count as they upset favored Allentown High School, 35-31. Again it was the relay teams that won the meet for Blair. Much credit should go to LaFountain, who entering the water three feet behind the Allentown anchor man managed to catch up and win by a half-body length. The medley team of Duncan, Wills and Vande Weghe shined as they won that event by a considerable margin. Individual first places were taken only by Wills, and Duncan in the breaststroke and back- stroke, respectively. . ,. Cn-captains Ronny Wills and Bunker Hill. Tom Merrill, left lane, takes off in State Meet. The swimmers then traveled to West Point, where they had been beaten badly for the past two years. This year, however, things went differently and the Plebes had to come from behind to tie the mermen, 33-33. LaFountain, Wills, Duncan, and Vande- weigh all took individual hrst places for the Blue. The medley relay combo of Duncan, Wills, and Kaufman also took first place. After an idle Saturday, the tankers swam Peddie before a capacity Prom weekend crowd, and sank the Blue and Gold by a 42-33 tune. LaFountain, Wills, Duncan, and Vande Weghe again paced the team, all taking first places, but Coach Williams realizing his men were tired from the night before decided to clinch the meet by using the crack medley relay trio of Duncan, Wills and LaFountain and giving the second relay a chance to swim the final event. The following Saturday, however, the Blue swimmers met their match against Lawrenceville in the Blair Pool. At the conclusion of the final event, the score read 43-32 in favor of the Red and Black. Co-captain Wills lost his first race of the season when he was beaten by Lawrenceville's Put Davis, however he managed to come back later and win the 120 yard individual medley, setting a new Blair record of 1:21.8. LaFountain chalked up another win to his record when he won the 40 yard freestyle, and Drake pulled the surprise of the day by winning the Dive. The freestyle relay team of Rosen, Kauf- man, Merrill, and LaFountain also managed to take first. The highlight of the meet came when the Lawrenceville medley trio of Gerry Schoonmaker, Davis, and Ed Craig broke the world's Prep School Bill Duncan in start at meet in Princeton. Medley Relay Record in the amazing time of 1:4O.5. Newark Academy was the only team to feel the full power of the Blue Mermen, as Blair won easily, 48-18. LaFountain, Wills, Duncan, Vande Weghe, jack Miers, and both relay teams swept first places. The following Saturday saw the swimmers place sixth in the Eastern Championships by gaining three places. Co-Captain Wills finished third behind Lawrenceville's Put Davis and St. Benedict's Dennis O'Conner in the 100 yard breasfstroke, and Vande Weghe was barely nosed out in the 150 yard indi- vidual medley as he took second behind Don Pribor of Staunton Military Academy. In a very close finish, the medley relay trio of Duncan, Wills, and La- Fountain was picked for fourth place behind Lawrenceville, Columbia Grammar of New York, and Mercersburg. The swimmers were on the road again the next Saturday at Princeton for the state championships. The mermen managed to amass 28 points, five more than third place Peddie, and place second behind Lawrenceville. LaFountain was nosed out for first place by Ed Craig of Lawrenceville, in the 50 yard freestyle, while Duncan experienced a similar defeat by Gerry Schoonmaker, of the Red and Black. Co- captain Wills was third in the breaststroke, beaten by the same two swimmers who placed first and second at the Easterns, the week before. Merrill took a fifth place in the 100 yard freestyle. The medley relay combination of Duncan, Wills, and Vande Weghe placed second, and the freestyle relay team of Rosen, Kaufman, Merrill, and LaFountain also placed second in a very close race to close a fine season for the swimmers. Page 81 Page 82 First row: Roy, Wardle, Lonergan, Captain: Balzac, Haddad. Second row: Mr. Dalling, Coachg Blume, Kostenbader, Simon, Alexander, F. Desiderio, H. Herrick, Manager. WHESHI li The Blair Academy Wrestling team climaxed a successful season in which they were beaten only once in secondary school competition by taking a third place in the Lehigh Interscholastic Wrestling tournament. Coached by former collegiate champion Bob Dalling, the team won four, lost two and drew one. The only defeat in Prep competition came at the hands of the Lawrenceville matmen, who, coached by former Blair coach Chet Wagner, ran up a 22-14 tally over the Blue grapplers. The team was a well balanced aggregation with captain Pierce Lonergon and Dick Roy in the lighter weights, Clint Blume and Les Simon in the middle- weights and old faithful Frank Desiderio, putting 'em down in the unlimited class. Lonergon lost only one bout during the season, in which he was bested by Lawrenceville's Bill Carlisle, Interscholastic Champion and outstanding wrestler. The only un- defeated wrestlers on the team were Desiderio, who led the team in points scored, and Ralph Balzac who wrestled in but four matches. The first match of the year found the Blair men at the top end of an 18-13 decision over the Lafayette Freshmen. Victories were scored by a decision by Lonergon in the 128 lb. class and with falls by Haddad in 136, Blume in 145, and Desiderio in the heavy-weight. The following week the team traveled to meet a strong Lawrenceville team, which defeated them 22-14. Captain Lonergon was beaten by Cap- tain Carlisle of the victors and the only Blair fall for the day was scored by Simon in the 155 lb. class. A few days later the Peddie team was pinned with a. l ik, ., 4, - 36-S count. Blair's traditional rivals scored their only points on a draw and a decision in the 115 and 165 lb. classes. Admiral Farragut, the next opponent on the schedule, was sunk by the Blair aggregation on the following Saturday, when the team scored seven falls and three decisions to swamp the sailors 54-ll. Prom time found the Blair mats invaded by the grapplers from Bound Brook High School who held the Blue men to a 21-21 draw. The Home team piled up an early 16-11 lead only to lose by falls in the 155 and 165 lb, class. However in the final match Frank Desiderio came through with a quick pin to tie up the score. we M' K Following a week and a half rest the team travel- ed to New York Military Academy where they de- feated the soldiers 21-13. The only falls of the day were scored by Blume in the 145 lb. class and by Alexander in 175. In the final dual match of the year the team encountered the undefeated Lehigh Frosh and lost 24-6. The only Blair victories were scored by Captain Lonergon and Desiderio each de- feating formerly unbeaten opponents. In the last engagement of the season the Blair team succeeded in capturing a third place, along with Mercersburg, at the Lehigh Interscholastics, scoring three second place champions, a fourth, and five falls to compile 18 points. Ah' Page 83 llASlBAll W First row: D. Desiderio, MacFadyen, Ford, Campell, T, Bain, Co-Captaing Wightman, 5 Page 84 ,,ff , ,f 4 t 4 - 4 4 i 1 First row, C. Herrick, Gulick, Gross, Scaduto, Trnast, Blume. Second row: Roberts, Koch, Serpicu, J. Nesi, Lelmer, Merrill. Third row: Congdon, Bacho, Beekman, Schneierson, Ross, Green- field, Hunt! Fourth row: Mr. Kuk coach, Goddin, Alexander, Kaufman, J. Davidson, Gleason, Sfingland, N. Daxidsong Mr. Ma reial, assistant coach. Coach Steve Kuk's baseball squad looks stronger this year than last. With such returning lettermen as Arnie Koch, Dan Beekman and Les Congdon, the team has a fine base. Add to these, john Davidson, Don Leber, Bruce Godden, and Barry Gross, and you find the material to mold together a fine outfit. Again the Kuksmen will meet a tough schedule, including Lawrenceville and Peddie. Co-Captaing R. Desiderio, Kernan, Lonergan, L. Bauman, H, Herrick. Second row: Helbig, Getz, Pellett, Saylor, Goodyear, Rumsey, Plant. Third row: McElwain, Ash, A. Fiore, Roy, VVillS, Mueller, T. Martin, Kelly, row: Wepper, Lambert, Mackey, Wiedaw, Steinert, Marchant, Storer, Craandyk, Fifth row: Paz, Korst, Saxe, Herbol, Benton, P. McKinney, Value, La Fountain, Rogers, Pakenham, Harden, Heaslip. Sixth row: Mr. Pender, Coach, Brodsky, Assistant Mana Bedell, Krnhn, Holt, Neff, Vetsos. Fourth Collins, Zester, Lee, Wilson, W. Bauman, Balzac, Bahrenliurg, lll EK gerg Decker, Assistant Managerg M. Schaul, Co-Manager, Roe, Co-Manager, Blake, Assistant Managerg Mr. Hays, Assistant Coach. Track again is in the lime-light this spring. The cindermen, under the leadership of coach james Pender, may look forward to a highly successful season if everything goes right. Again, as last year the squad seems strongest in the running events, while the pole vault and javelin events also look better. Co-captains Tom Bain and Henry Wightman should pace the team along with, Bruce Ford, Scott Tyree, and Francis Kernan. xx, it AQ First row: Black, Tompkins, Captain: Vllienerg Krcpsg Peigcrt, Manager. Seconrl row: Almgren, fl. Stewart, B. Str-wnrt, Miers, G 0 Lyon. Third row: Baileyg Mr. Zimmerman, Conchg Emlvvamls. Led by Coach Sylvanus Zimmerman and Captain Jim Tompkins, the golf team again has the hardest but a few of their opponents. Captain Tompkins and schedule of any Blair team. The golfers meet Peddie, newcomer Bob Black should be the main threats of Lawrenceville and the Princeton freshmen, to name the team. fi D6 DQ X C' ' 3, 'F os It A' X91 11 1.1- 'N First row: Jaffe, Baker, Shephard: I. S. Hill, Captain: Tnmes, Anzel, Boselli. Second row: Brophy, lllinmgerg furiel, li. Valen- 'I' E N N I S tiner, De Chcne, Vande VVeghe, G. Martin, Mr. Ilogcnnuer, Coach. The racquet-men, Coached by Mr, Frank Hyatt Hill, the tennis team will be counting on Bruce and Mr. Eugene Hogenauer, may look forward to an BOSSGUG, Tim TOITICS, and HCWCOIUGFS Andres de enjoyable season, even though a good part of the Chene, Bill Baker and Danny Anzel for big things. team graduated last year, Led by Captain Bunker During the course of the season, the team meets the Army Plebes, Peddie, and Lawrenceville. Page 85 Ah- ,ifi K E L .. -si' First row: Doppstadt, Llorens, Krohn, Captain: Wilson, Rose. Second row: Haddad, Kaufman, Brodsky, Hallenlxeck, Hauck, Knerr. Third row: Mr. Bailey, Coach, Nesi, Savage, Cunlzoy, Mathews, Lambert. J.V. lU0lBAll ,- ,fly ,nf :J lvl K - ly Af, fuk., lg!! fright-,J ,flp M 'A' J ' Mmm 'Ffa fl Q 1 5.5. First row: Llorens, Hoffman, Vetsos, Ross, Schmidt, Aronson First row: Seifert, Manager: W. Hill, Congdon, De'Luca, Troast, Captain, Gearhart, Smythe, N, Nesig Mr. Kuk, Coach. Second row: Massa, Lambert, Lewis, Neff, Loory, Huff, Hallenbeck. Page 86 J. Thielman, J. Clark, Curiel, Metzgar. Second row: Lourie, Ireland Benton, Hauck, Frick, Weislmerg, Crawley, Vigil, Jaifee, Koehler Vernoy. Third row: Peigert, Manager, Wulster, D. Daly, Stick- ney, R. McKinney, Phillip, Ronquillo, White, Pakenham, C Herrick, Treganowan, Manager. V. BASKlTBAll J.V. WRlSllI B lLl,lf',4l,1,1,-J ,A 44-11-I -lf7'J 1' ' I 1.-j., .F 4' ,I-4-J 147,J.'rrTALJ IFJ.. I I' , 1 jf, , i Lid: , A fx M rx ,Mme Q if y Q ff Q Q First row: Greek, T. Valentiner, Amdur, C. Fiore, F. Fiore, Meza. Second row: Mr. Bailey, Coach, Zweifler, Asserson, Wep- pe-r, Marchzmt, Anzel, Scraton, Bailey, G. Valantiner, Nuesslein Manngt-rg C. Schanl, lVI:uiagcr. Third row: Pride-aux, Mclilwziin Paton, R. 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