Episcopal High School - Whispers Yearbook (Alexandria, VA)

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HM FITZHUGH As the only student to live legally in two rooms at the same time, and as the campusis only reptile representa- tive, Jim is unique in other areas as well. Close examina- tion of the animated pool cue with the Arkansas drawl will reveal an accomplished pianist who, as a mighty pythonf' has lived up to his nickname. Quiet and con- servative, Jim has persevered through the tribulation of chapel and chemistry, but will never be happy without his Memorial Radio and his electric blanket. JIM GILLIAM After completing his Texaco Scholarship tenure abroad im 'ctook courage and , J to the barbaric Philistines of the High School, and, more especially, the cavern of his darkroom. Horace Toadl' has done his best to force the United States to return to her mother country, but as yet can only claim Mr. Shaw as an adherent. Not even Toad's'l English tea sessions with the au- thor ofthe E.R.B. have pushed him through Fourth English, as he cannot adapt to American Literature. With derby, Cham- berlain umbrella, British passport, and Punch prominent, Horace T. will stroll out the gate humming God Save the Queenf, JOHN GOODWIN Although John has viewed the changing of many sea- sons onthe Hill, he amazingly remains inconspicuous to those who do not have the pleasure of knowing him. Per- haps his greatest assets are his feet, which boot extra points in the fall, save goals in the winter and spring, and propel him throught the back 40M in pursuit of quail and his career-that of being a wildlife conservationist. johnls quiet nature abruptly ceases when he steps on the athletic field, and his abilities as a leader are invaluable to the school. His loyalty and complete unselfishness have been manifest in all that he has undertaken.

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GRIF DODSON- Peering quizzically from under his seldom- cut, straw-colored forelock, Grif has the expression of a friendly chipmunk-alert, inquisitive, and very much interested in any activity that is going on. Never one to put himself forward, and capable of long silences, he has nevertheless made himself respected for his ability to work hard and efficiently at every- thing-except studies-and well liked for his cheer- P ever the project, the Gripperf' is always ready to bear a hand. GEDDES DOWLINC When Prince Alberta, mahatma of the squatty body gang, rounds the corner, trilling his usual affectionate c'You second-hand fatheadf' or the more penetrating c'C,mon, you guys, he is probably on a mis- sion involving his latest money-making scheme. Geddes has preserv- ed a refreshingly illogical outlook on the world which makes associa- tion with 'iBig a truly confusing experience. Geddes's diligent, level-headed approach to his responsibilities makes him a valuable addition to any society. STEVE FITTS As a freshman Elijah,,' the bow-legged Alabaman, seemed hardly the material for a respected and popular school leader. But, despite his reserved and quiet air, Steve has endeared himself to his schoolmates through his unselfishness, warm con- geniality, and unexpected flashes of wit. By dint of hard work and dedication, this. deceptively unspectacular farm boy has developed his hidden leadership qualities, athletic prowess, and scholastic ability to become a well rounded leaderg but to his closest friends he will always be i'Skillet. ful dis osition and willingness to be helpful. What-

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FRANK HART Hiii therein coos Frank in his most dulcet tone, thus beginning another phone filibuster in the grand old Southern tradition. In his capacity as liaison man and matchmaker to the area girls, schools, Sweet Tarts' chief assets are a perfectly enunciated y'all and an adeptness 1n conversation equal to his adeptness in high-jumping. A triennial fixture of the schoolroom, Frank has striven diligently to surpass the Centleman's Cf' but remains too much a gentleman to do so. BUCKY GUMP They call him Sheriff,,' but he is really that familiar TV figure the deputy, the loyal sidekick whose quaint, slightly homespun character serves to heighten the heroic qualities of his chief. How- ever, this isn't Dodge City, and Buck is much more than a foil. His positive attitude and enthusiastic effort have been evident in all of his many activities, and his zeal for enforcing the rules is only one mani- festation of his unquenchable school spirit. Bucky's Tennessee origins are obvious, but no more so than his amiability, his dedication, and his love for E.H.S. JOE HATCH Wandering groggily on his rounds with head cocked pensively to one side and hair unkempt, Joe seems oblivious to the cares of the world. Within this deceptively shabby facade lurks the mind of a devoted scholar of the fine arts-poetry, music, literature, and clas- sical languages. Whether composing a Shakespearean Sonnet, a pointed editorial, or the school hymn, Ioe's literary talent flashes brilliantly through the haze of disorganization which surrounds him. Amid the strain of numerous extracurricular activities, Joe has managed to maintain his buoyant, entertaining personalityg his only real enemy has been Morpheus. 28