Blair Academy - Acta Yearbook (Blairstown, NJ)

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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

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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.

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, 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.