Mercersburg Academy - Karux Yearbook (Mercersburg, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 328 of the 1950 volume:

V 4 Q :W Q. - AVVIQ fi-'I ,Q . A, ' 5-:5-:5: .-:2 231 005 5 ' ' f4 'w0fAv 1: ZR. OMT RUX Was Designed, Engraved, Printed and Bound in our College Annual Department. 9 Vile do a variety of Commercial Printing - including Catalogs, College and School Year Books. Consult Us before placing your next order for Printing. GIIII PUBLISHING CIIIIIPHIIU VVILLIAMSPORT, PA. EAST VIEVV OF ANNEX fhis page is made possible through the generosity ol' Ur. and Nlrs. Francis EiSf:'llI'l12il1 'E I A -3 1 TRAYLOR IIALL I'l1is page is made possible through thc generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Kessner A ,IF ACADEMY CHAPEI. This pugc is nmclc pnssiblc lllfllllgll the gclmcrmitv nf Mr. and Mrs. .Iulm F. Peck :J 49 Y I fb'l'q NOLDE GYMNASIUM This page is made possible through the generosity of A Friend BACK Ulf MAIN HALT ANNEX mgu is made pwssible through the generosity Mr. and Mrs. Leonard B. Johnson '59 can Q Q 1 3. ' K v -. I' Q 1 sr , , r 1 ' W in ,at L' ,5 - ftfxgm, M ,b 4, in Q aff? M5 312 Q '-51' ' ,ffm , , fvggyg UM535, 4, W. iifjiki givin: W S T, ' W 11,71 ff JW , A f'1y'? i fafzfx 5 Q' i fr, 211512 . f WM ' f.-wha , '41 ' J Mm. ' ?'f.f EJWLN 5 km K 75' 5 Z f if 1 N ' 'Rf 2- ? ' . ww 4 i ' ' 1451,-2 imzf' ,. ' 4+ mM,fq:f.,,, -N, - 'A f 5 f Q2 9 , 'Q at i , .W 1 fy ,. 3' 2 iufiil s .. WY A A, 5, 9 fu i C xi . fa 2 ,WM ..,,. X Wfwvw wimwn-mf-wwrffw wwf.. . 'QQ-ww' MAIN HALL COLONNADE N mms lil' k K M ! Muir: Z K , V L- J I xis page is nmnle possible lllfllllgh the gm llL'I'U5iIf' uf Mr. and Mrs. Karl Lllllghilllllllkl A SOUTH COTTAGE This page is made possible through the generosity uf Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Puffer fn.. 0 -4' .Q I, M4 - S 5 CHAPEL SPIRE lix Iillgl' is maulc possible tlmulgll the gL'llL'l'USily ui' Mr. and Mrs. Btxlyilllllill ll. Hiclunun n YQ -L SOUTH VIEVV OF CHAPEL fhis page is made possible through the gcncmsiry of Mr. and Mrs. Stiles F. Tobias L'1r ' W ACADEMY VI IAPIQI, l has pun IN made pnmlmlc thruuglm mln- vcmw Xlr. amd Mrs. il. CI Alcxumlcr Al IN RUTLEDGE GATE This page is made possible through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Eustis A. Lancaster, jr., and Fred A. Block 9 .v ACADEMY CHAPEL This page is made Possible Il1I'ULIgll thc gcncrusity nf Mr. and Mrs. loseph F. Meyer 'EIGI ITY-EIGI fl' IJOR MITORY This page is made possible through the gencrusity of Nh. and Mrs. Irvin I. Rubinscm CARL LEVVIS NOLDE MEMORIAL GYMNASIUM This page is made possible through the generosity nf Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Ramsdcll ACADEMY CHAPEL mis page is manclc possible tlmmuglm the generosity mn Mr. and Mrs. Martin C. IJLIIDIHQIH. Westminster Skuoio Distinctive Portraiture Photographer to KARUX SCHOOL AND COLLEGE PHOTOGRAPHY COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY C CHARLES IVIAGEE, Propriet WESTMINSTER, MD NEWMAN 81 NEUGASS, INC. Junior Misses Coats and Suits 250 WEST 39TH STREET NEW YORK CITY FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF MERGERSBURG 297 HOWARD JOHNSON'S AMISH VILLAGE, INC. LINCOLN HIGHWAY EAST LANCASTER, PA. LAWRENCE LATTOMUS, President Phone Lancaster 3-6711 Open All Year American Plan PARK VIEW INN WALTER G. HARMISON, Prop. M Telephone 60 BERKELEY SPRINGS, W. VA. THIS BOOK is bound Compliments of S. and H. Berger, Inc. 333 7th Avenue Manufactured by THE KINGSPORT PRESS, INC NEW YORK CITY . KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE Lackawanna 4-3930-I-2 Fashion Wear DRESS COMPANY Inc. MISSY WOMENIS AND HALF SIZE DRESSES 1400 Broadway NEW YORK 18, N. Y. 295 ALONG THE VVALK IN FRONT OF SOUTH COTTAGE This page is made pussiblc through thc generosity uf Mr. and Mrs. Nat Lerner and Mr. Frederick Scxaucr Compliments of Mercersburg Builders Supply Co., Inc. MERCERSBURG, PA. The Academy Store WALKER DRUG STORE Handles a complete line of Books, Stationery and The Rexall Store Athletic Goods p A Modern Up-L0-Dale 24--Hour ' CLEANING and PRESSING SERVICE 1 Is Maintained All profits from the operation of the store are usrrl in the support of the athletic program of the school. Your patronage is solicited and greatly 1 PA- appreciated. ' B. C. SNIDER 81 SONS COAL, GRAIN, FEED AND CEMENT MERCERSBURG, PA. Phone 186 293 MAIN HALL COLONNADE This page is made possible through the generosity of 4. , ., A Friend WILLIAMS TYPEWRITER AND SUPPLY CO. 126 East Patrick Street FREDERICK, MARYLAND Portable Typewriters-Adding Machines Desks - Chairs - Filing Cabinets - Safes - Visible Records Duplicators and Duplicating Supplies Typewriters and Adding Machines Repaired VISIT OUR SHOWROOMS MILLER'S Watch and Compliments of , HARRY METZCER Jewelry Repair NEW YORK MERCERSBURG, PA. Compliments of Charles K. Boas, Inc. HAYS GROCERY Jewelers 119 Oregon 28 N. Second Street MERCERSBURG, PA. HARRISBURG, PA. For Quality Laundry and Dry Cleaning Call THE WAYNESBORO LAUNDRY 291 STEPS BACK OF KEIL HALL This page is made possible through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Clark Reed O V E R L Y ARCHITECTURAL SHEET METAL PRODUCTS .4 ggi A Dependable Specifcalion Since 1888 OVERLY MANUFACTURING COMPANY GREENSBURG, PENNA. Penn Appliance Co. HOUSER'S ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES GULF SERVICE STATION MERCERSBURG, PA' MERCERSBURG. PA. W0lf'S Rilflket St01'e Hamilton Barber Shop RICHARD H. WOLF, Prop. CLEAN CoURTEoUS MERCERSBURG, PA. CAREFUL Compliments of a Friend 289 For modern, fire discriminate travele proof hotel accommodations the r goes to HAGERSTOWN, MARYLAND Conveniently Located to Mercersburg Academy EXCELLENT CUISINE DELIGHTI-'UL Rooivrs ARLEY 0, SICA, Manager Showing at 1 1 A, , P The Academy Store A A 0' ini:2 Tuesdays and VVednesdays 1 55333, qg, fgfQQ3 November 8- 9 January 17-18 U' ':': February 14-15 April 11-12 May 16-17 XA k I DOBBS HATS K Hickey-Freeman and , C Z . Worsted-Tex Clothes Ongratu' atwns Alligator Rainwear Class gf 750 Hathaway Sz Arrow Shirts ' Arrow Underwear First Nighter Pajamas MWWMX ILUWBURGERS Fine Neckwear and the BALTIMORE MARYLAND better known brands of i Furnishings. ' THE HOPKINS-GRUBER Hotel Alexander Building HAGERSTOWN, MD. O CO, Outfitters to Mercersburg Men for Over Thirty-one Years BlTNER'S RESTAURANT One Block From Campus STUDENT SPECIAL ON SUNDAY BREAKFASTS - 50C and Under 287 REAR OF ANNEX This page is made possible thmugll the generosity of Mr. and lN'lrs. Charles L. McGranahan and Mr. and Airs. Charles K. Slick FRED GREENBERG .Fashions hN'lh6 U onuuz MEN REMEMBER Our Very Best Wishes fgf Succgss to , J. F. BROWN, Proprzetor Each and Every Student All Kinds of 9 DAIRY PRODUCTS Pasteurizefl ROSENS DEPT. MILK and CREAM STORE GREENL KSTLE I ENNA STAR MAID DRESSES, INC. Nhwfm M PAKABLES 498 h A NEW YORK 285 M '27 45 'QT' Qu R R S I M? 5' 'f . qt JYAT., ' 3. , rf 1' se TRAYLOR HALL This page is made possible through the generosity of N 'Ng -37 .SUE W L 5 fav Q 11'- 1 fffr-Sri ew- : gf :rf fp' s ,fwfr ff 2 L V J' Z y xl v ,fc 3- 5 ' . ,s, f-- J f 'S 'iiiiyn L ill x f g gf gr K: N by x r , ss . yin 'IS gqeri 5 if tis, 3 S 'Hr V. the i A , 54, . W? 1 - K x. ig ff' , ,AL , lu .aft Kp 1 ,, L , A .rl H xg-H .4 u. t fhrigghll Jug' s fzdgg, Mr. and Mrs. Luther T. Ertel and Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Savory n Bell Phone 30 South Main Street fl B.ZFTZMAN MEATS and GROCERIES MERCERSBURG, PA. l Hmmm BYER BROS See '4HAPPY,' For Service . . i Florists TIRES - BATTERIES ACCESSORIES Opposite P. R. R. Station CHAMBERSBURG, PA. Accommodations Our Specialty Sun Service Station FLOWERS For All Occasions H. B' GLASER Corsage a Specialty MERCERSBURG, PA. We Telegraph Flowers Anywhere E.tl HOUVER jeweler and Silfuersmith Q 25 North Third Street HARRISBURG, PA 283 MERCERSBURG, LEHMASTERS SL MARKES ELECTRIC COMPANY Cb Electrical Supplies James Buchanan 1 Congratulations, Seniors! McLAUGHLIN'S DRUG STORE Recently Remodeled . Meet me at .lack McLa gil Under New Management JAMES BUCHAN H B MERCERSBURGQ PA- MERCERSBURG PA. Compliments of T RENTON SHIRT MANUFACTURING COMPANY Manufacturers of The TRENTON and HOME SPECIAL SHIRTS 614 616 South Warren Str t TRENTON 3 N J Phone 5863 291 Congratulations, SENIORS New House Restaurant DINNERS SANDWICHES FOUNTAIN SERVICE JOHN AND MARY DODSON Proprietors 118 N th M St t MERCERSBURG PA Ghz mercersburg Ifournal Printers for The Lit The Mercersburg News The Mercersburg Academy Alumni Quarterly 279 FRANKLIN AND MARSHALL COLLEGE A college for men with more than 160 years of tradition in the furtherance of Liberal Education. At Franklin and Marshall College men learn the art of living as well as the science of earning a living. The College extends greetings to the students of Mercersburg Academy and invites them to continue their studies at the third oldest educational institution in Pennsylvania-the thirteenth oldest in the United States. THEODORE A. DISTLER, President J. SHOBER BARR, Director of Admissions Lancaster, Pennsylvania LUMBARD CORPURATION Engineers - Designers Manufacturers Empire Building YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO 277 MAIN IIALL This page is IHLICIL' Possible tlmmuglm thc gcnurusity of Alt. ZIHLI Mrs. Il. Kass. and Mr. and Airs. Alan S.cjl1l'iSll1C'I' The Muslqingum Fiber Products Co. Dlv. of General Contalner Corp. Manufacturers of CORRUGATING MATERIAL and LIGHTWEIGHT PAPERBOARDS also SINGLE FACE CORRUGATED PRODUCTS COSHOCTON OHIO Best Wishes THOMAS W. PANGBORN and JOHN C. PANGBORN 275 llu 111 LI I1 MAIN HALI, PILLARS Lcurd R. .'X1tc:n1ux, Nil. luck' p :Lv ln v lllrwxlgh the gcmw' T E F SHENANDOAH I I'l1-IOI A FRIEND Transit Manufacturing and SaIes Co. PARKERSBURG WEST VIRGINIA Compliments of CHEVY CHASE MOTOR CO 7725 WISCONSIN AVE. BETHESDA, MD. Chevrolet Cars and Trucks A. H. BOWlb President 271 Compliments of BENDER 81 HAMBURGER CO. 'A' 498 Seventh Avenue NEW YORK CITY Miller Roofing and Insulation Co Q2 Manufacturers o f ALUMINUM COMBINATION WINDOWS AND DOORS 29 CARR-CONSOLIDATED BISCUIT CO. Bakers of CARR CRACKIN' GOOD Cookies and Crackers Bakeries: Wilkes-Barre-Chicago-Boston-St. Louis-Greenwood, S. C. GROSSNICKLE CHEVRGLET Agents for BUICK and CHEVROLET T ty F H S ' MERCERSBURG PENNSYLVANIA 267 . i E Q Q N -O.: K. ,LQ ly U . 3 . . , Q x K , 4 v :- -- .5 M Lk' 4 fl Q, -'C 8- : ' Q , , , , 1-:L V j,, .. CNA 'Ay' ' Tx -5 'A . 5 f , L , '.,- QA, . i !'p5'.:v sf, Q 11: . ' WA L 95? K ' - wwf f',f1:,. rg. 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K -V JILL A- egffl,-IN: ,i A f ' i - Q-A 0 -e , L L Lv ,- 1 5 L wx Ahfggan 'ff ,-'Hifi 1-iQ A jr,.,,,, L --L',L-aff., Q N f ' za K ' rw Ji L 'Q iv - sg 4, -' -ma A, ' N, 'am L L Y 5 tw' L.. . .4 Fe' ' 4.1 LL Nw' Dr. Frifs Went al' Control Board of the Plant Laboratory 3402000 PHYTOTRON , LABORATORY EQUIPPED with K Curacy. or other refrigerating work. The great new plant .research laboratory of the Cklllfllfllld Institute of Technology, at Pasadena. uses two Frick re frigeraling machines for cooling four rooms and air con mlitioniug 13 others, plus six greenhouses. Simulated weather conditions are automatically cout1'ollf'd with ease and ac Let us quote on the cooling equipnzcnt you need- whetlzw for air conditioning, irenrrzlfing, quiclr-freezing , DQPENDABLE REYRIGEIIATION SINCE 1 IBUZ h 5m l A WAVNESBORO. DENNA. 4,, i UYS.A. Frick NEW ECLIPSE Compressor al' the Phytofron Also Builders of Power Farming and Sawmill Machinery Compliments of A F R I E 265 18 MAIN HALL This pugc is made possible through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. VV. H. NVcbb PLAY MORE LIVE LONGER SHENK 81 TITTLE aatfverything for Sportsw ak 313 Market Street HARRISBURG PA THE PENN-HARRIS HOTEL FOUR FAMOUS RESTAURANTS FRANKLIN Moomz P fl z HARRISBURG PA 263 THE VALLEY NATIONAL BANK OF CHAMBERSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA Your Bank of Friendly Service INVITES YOU T0 USE ITS FACILITIES Checking Accounts Trust Department Savings Accounts Loans and Mortgages Travelers Cheques l. fb.,- Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation PITTSBURGH BRIDGE 81 IRON WORKS Engineers - Designers - Erectors of Fabricated Structural Steel igi.. General 0I7ices and Works-ROCHESTER PA Sales Office-Union Bank Bldg.-I ITTSBURGH, PA Steel Assures Strength and Security 261 RTI! COT I' KCI? llus pug IS Ill :JL lmssllmlg tlxmu ll IIIL' illlll MIX ul XII xml Hrs. XVJIIQI' S. Hn Hlewelry of the Better Sort Since I893,' J. F. APPLE CCMPANY, Inc Manufacturing Jewelers LANCASTER, PA. 'Ir Originators and Makers of the Mercersburg Academy Jewelry A F T d'ti0ned in Quality, Servi Expert Craftsmanship CI-IAMBERSBURG ENGINEERING COMPANY 0 Manufacturers of IMPACT FORGING EQUIPMENT 259 LAUCKS IIALI, 5 page is :made lmssihlf: through thc gnlwrnsilj Mr, und Mrs. A. Kinbcrg Compliments of ANCHOR LODGE HOTEL on the Shore of Lake Erie LORAIN OHIO MAI N HALL ANNEX is page is made pussiblc fllffbllgh thc generosity uf Nr. and Mrs. Hugh G. Ncvin ccflfb Experience in Good Eating' Among people who demand the best the name lkdonuno Roon1is'weH.knomu1forthe exceHence of its cuisine. Sure and you'll be glad you visited when you taste the fine foods that are set before you at the Palomino Room. Dinner music for your dining pleasure. HOTEL MCLAUGHLIN GREENCASTLE, PA. Res. Phone 160 255 Q. Y QW Getting llownto Earth Silk tumbling into empty space, seven hundred filty bootsoles itching for the impact of solid ground . . . this is getting down to earth in the air age! Millions of man-hours went into this one moment oi sky-borne drama. For pilots, it meant careful briefings, weeks ol practice, hours flying in formation-plus long years oi flight training . . . For crewmembers, it meant days of mechani- cal tune-ups and flight checksfbased on a wide-ranging technical aviation background.. . For the paratrooper, it meant scores of class- room lectures and demonstrations along with arduous physical conditioning'-a perfect co- ordination ot mind and muscle . . . For the U. S. Air Force and the U. S. Army, ' ' orld-wide combat it meant the application ol w ' xtensive training program and CXDCHCDCS, an 8 a complex and efficient system of screening personnel . . . Getting down to earth is much more than a routine maneuver. lt is human resourceiulness and engineering skill put to the test, lt is the ' MWORK in the new air age. triumph of TEA IRPLIIE CORPMITIBII ENGINE Ill! I F cmm HAGERSTOWN. MARYLAND is if S AWSNW .., X., T71 ufdffff-Ly -171 Meir' life 3' .reof ' l e 'TEXA-5: CH-QNNEl BUCKS The man in the driver's seat must know where he is going, which road to take, and what he will need to reach his destination or goal. These same requirements apply to the man who is de- termined to move into the driver's seat -the commanding position in his chosen profession, business or industry. Mercersburg Academy offers you the opportunity to prepare yourself for more highly specialized work that will help you achieve a driver's seat position. The value to you of these opportunities is dependent to a great extent upon how successfully you take advantage of them. American industry, business and the professions are interested now in your aptitude and achievements. lb' ?l'c6ara'son CARBON CO. rom' WORTH.TEXAS -- -' :mes smnas mu min nuumnc Gllllllll SALIS UFFICIS IKRUN 8 OHIO 251 ,Lil- --1 n ACADEMY CHAPEL This page is xnude possible thmugh the generosity of Mr. I. T. Gross and Suns 4 W' ' In 46 O '42, ,,f H SPROUT, WALDRON 81 CO Manufacturing Engineers MUNCY, PA. 9 FSTABLISHED 1866 fig.--1 ' tx ' lxani-ki ff 'f X I if M l 'V' A :-: '. ' so 'r - .,1.1.,.: :pq Z er-formance I A H, ,.., Q b IOP 5 ,Ky I - CP ,,,.. 7 I W 1255? 15222221 V. 3 . it If .5.g.g. g, 4 .. . IYI YOU? oar' YYIGGYJS'-P Ask us for a fankful today! Your car E l seems to have wings when it is powered by ,ggi 4.I. Ibll H 5333.553 .-V. 13'- Texaco Sky Chief gasoline. Sky Chief means 'H'-i55?313Z3'5 '1 l': ' you TRAVEL FIRST CLASS - it's for those who want the best DRIVE IN FOR SKY CHIEF TE CO -n GRAHAM 0IL COMPANY 428 Penn Avenue WILKINSBURG, PENNA. 247 ACADEMY CARILLON This page is made possible thruugll thc gcncmsity ul' Mr. and llrs. Ira Laird Compliments of MIL JAY 530 7th Avenue New York, N. Y. 245 ll 1 A iwlmfi. s.- TOVVER OF MAIN IIALI. s pugc is nmdc pussiblc llllllllgh the gclwrusity Mr. and Mrs. Norman ld. Gcrrixh o Brass and Bronze Free Turning Rods Furnished in all sizes from Ike for small diameter rods up to 9 for cast and turned rounds. Extruded shapes of various sizes are also supplied. o Brass and Bronze Forging Rods o Bronze Welding Rods o Extruded Brass Shapes o Brass and Bronze Forgings Cup to 100 lbs. in weight, o Brass Pressure Die Castings TITAN Brass and Bronze Products are supplied in analyses to meet every requirement. Write for descriptive catalogs. Tifllll Metal Manufacturing Co. Plants and General Offices at Bellefonte, Pa., U.S.A. Export Office: 70 Pine Sf., New York 5, N.Y. 243 EISENBERG 81 SONS S Dressmalfers Jewelers Per fumers X . i -Q, ,fiw J I sa ' J' K f, 4 :aff ' 1 ig ,W . 2 .ff n ' f 1:9 f Q 1 i pixiizi, 845. 1 gi Q, Q... i ,,.,, - ,H 2 if , f ,A K K ff x , , K 5 I X4 Y if 5' ' gre f z gk .1 3 N if . ,, s i i A X 53? vw M-'ef4a...... , ,.,+vh-oqfv--- am... M., .., , - -...,,..... N QL an Q l , . K Y X b 3 Ly I ' r , .X ,S i ' wiv lv .f ' v J' ' gi X E .k ,Q x L. 5- X4 lu! s X . 3-:Ns k ,. ' s W .,, f-4. , IM 9 5, Wa Zi!-jg , s 'S 6 H' - W IN uw, I Nl 1. 1 iv ? f he jf, ,z if . 'A ., '13 . sax M f A ' 53' ii ,iw -'E pw? Q f qv' wi J '- JSR I' ' f - f if m- 4 my Qi 'ESQ . .,.g..:, . 'ww Mix, ,M 'Sim A v 1. ONE OF PENNSYLVANINS FINEST MENS STORES S ww' reet YORK . C R EA R Y 'Builtfbr Longer Service I TIRES 5 SPECIALISTS IN TRUCK TIRES FOR 35 YEARS 237 A5 4 PRINCETON CLASS OF 'EIGHTYYEICHT DORMITORY This mac is made Jossiblc tlmmuvh the vencrositv of I D I Q U , Mr. and Mrs. N. H. Carpenter, Jr. PETROLEUM MAINTENANCE COMPANY Engineers A Contractor ir W. A. THOMPSON, J 531 Marine Ave. WILMINGTON, CALIFORNIA THE NATIONAL BANK of CHAMBERSBURG Chambersburg, Penna. 'k HThe Old Nationalg' 'lr 2nd OLDEST BANK IN PENNA. 31st OLDEST BANK IN THE U. S. Member of Federal Depoazt Insurance Corporatzon 233 Du MTV' 2 Klill Il.-XI,l 'll-'RH,fXC'l7, is lmgc is 111.1v.lv pussilwlc thruuglm thc gclmcms Mr. and Mrs. David S. Miller HIS is a new aerial view of the Easton, Pa., plant owned by the oldest iron and steel company in this country, where special track-layouts, frogs and crossings of TISCO Man- ganese Steel are made for steam and electrical railwaysg and seamless-drawn steel cylinders are produced for gases under high pressure. TAYLUR-WHARTUN IRON AND STEEL COMPANY Founded in 17442 Plants at HIGH BRIDGE, N. J., EASTON, PENNA., CINCINNATI, OHIO, and BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA Suppliers of Ordnance equipment for all eight wars in which our Country has been engaged. 231 The New STAR THEATRE The Home of Quality Entertainment MERCERSBURG, PA. ir R. C. A.-PERFECT SOUND EQUIPMENT i' Always the Latest Pictures 229 S f 'QSM V. 13 Q CHAPEL SPIRE This page is made possible through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. VV. S. Rohrbach T. B. WO0D'S SONS COMPANY Power Transmission Machinery -JK Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Erb1hd1s57 I p M1906 CHAPEL XVINIJOVVS This page IS made possible through thc generosity uf NIL Vvilliam E. Scheiblcr Fine WOOLENS for SPORTSWEAR CLEARBROOK WOOLEN CO. INC. SAMPLES UPON REQUEST MAIN HAIL ANNEX is page is lnuclc possible fllflbllgrl the gelwmsity 0 Nr. and Mrs, Lucy I. Rice LUEWENGART 81 COMPANY GAHNA LEATHERS 'X MERCERSBURG TANNERY DIVISIUN CERS ADVERTISEMENTS CO9 V I QIIL' Igllilllil of 'IEIIE RARUX for 1950 gl'llfCfLIHY zlclilmmvlcclgcs IIIC 2lSSiSllll'lCL' of tlwsu who lmvc KLIIQCII spucc in this volume. KEIIJ llAl,l 221 Patrons and Patronesses Mr. Kenneth Abbe Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Adams, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Albanese Mr. and Mrs. C. Alexander Leard R. Altemus, M.D. Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Andrews Mr. and Mrs. Paul N. Barna Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Barnett Mr. E. F. Bauer Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Beall Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Bodine Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Bowis The Hon. and Mrs. W. Walter Braham Mr. and Mrs. David Buchman Dr. and Mrs. Walter H . Burgin Dr. and Mrs. Joseph R. Busek Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Byrne Mr. and Mrs. Walter Carl Mr. and Mrs. N. H. Carpenter, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. B. Carr Mr. and Mrs. Sewell Champe Mr. and Mrs. Alan S. Christner Mr. and Mrs. Walter C. Clark Mr. and Mrs. Harold Claster Mr. and Mrs. Christ Contakos Mrs. B. G. Culver Dr. and Mrs. Chester D. Dahle Dr. and Mrs. P. C. Damsel Mr. and Mrs. Alfred E. Denio Dr. and Mrs. Theodore A. Distler Mr. and Mrs. Alfred H. Dolder Mr. and Mrs. Morton I. Dorfan Mr. and Mrs. Martin C. Dubman Dr. and Mrs. R. W. Dunlop Dr. and Mrs. G. M. Durschinger Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Dutrow Dr. and Mrs. O. Eichhorn Dr. and Mrs. Francis Eisenman Mr. and Mrs. Luther T. Ertel Mr. and Mrs. Phillip H. Feigel Mr. and Mrs. Ralph M. Feldman Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Femee Mr. and Mrs. Howard V. Fisher Mrs. Pauline H. Galliker Mrs. Charles W. Gerhard Mr. and Mrs. Norman L. Gerrish Mr. and Mrs. B. W. Goldberg Mr. Mr. Dr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. The Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. and and and and and and and Mrs. Mrs Mrs. Mrs Mrs Mrs. Mrs Jessie S. Goodman Leon Gradowski Albert M. Grant Herman L. Greenberg M. M. Greer William G. Greer Marshall G. Gregory I. T. Gross George Hanks Rev. and Mrs. William Hannum and and and and Mrs Mrs Mrs. Mrs. Eric B. Harrison . Harold W. Hawkins Virgil E. Hendrickson W.,C. Hidlay Miss Martha R. Hoffman Mr. John C. Hogg Mr. and Mrs William R. Howell Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. Hutchinson Dr. and Mrs. Burton E. L. Hyde Mr. and Mrs G. Clifford Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Leonard B. Johnson Mr. and Mrs Edmund H. Kase Mrs. Dora Kaufman Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Kessner Mr. and Mrs. A. Kinberg Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Lahr Mr. and Mrs Ira Laird Mr. and Mrs. Eutis E. A. Lancaster, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Lattomus Mr. and Mrs. Donald G. Laubach Mr. and Mrs Carl Langhammer Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lawrence, Jr. Mr. and Mrs Nat Lerner Mr. and Mrs Clinton L. LeRoy Mr. and Mrs R. E. LeRoy Mr. and Mrs Daniel L. Lombard Mrs. Louise A. Lynch Dr. and Mrs. George L. Manley Mr. Louis Manos Mr. Mrs. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Marshall J. E. Mathews and and and and and and and Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs Mrs. Walter S. Mayer Harry C. McCreary James A. McGann, Jr. Charles L. McGranahan John S. Merritt Joseph F. Meyer G. Hunter Miley 220 Mr. and Mrs. Clarence E. Miller Mr. and Mrs. David Miller Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Miller Mr. and Mrs. Hugh G. Nevin Mr. and Mrs. Donald B. Newton Mr. and Mrs. Arno P. Niemand Mrs. Elizabeth R. Palm Mr. and Mrs. John F. Peck Mr. and Mrs. A. Poland Mr. John Puddu Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Puffer Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Ramsclell Mr. and Mrs. Clark Reed Mr. and Mrs Donnell D. Reed Mr. and Mrs Lacy I. Rice Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin H. Richman Mr. and Mrs. Irvin L. Robinson Mrs. Stanley K. Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Wilson S. Rohrbach Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Sandson Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Savory Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. Schaefer Mr. William E. Scheibler Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Schwenk Mr. Frederick Sexauer Mr. and Mrs. Wallace E. Sheader Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Silverman Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Slick Mr. and Mrs. Ray Smith Mrs. Vernie R. Smouse Mr. and Mrs. Harold M. Soars Dr. and Mrs. Alexander W. Spears Mrs. C. E. Thomas Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Stiles F. Tobias Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Trump Mr. and Mrs. John M. Walton Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Weaver Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Webb Mr. and Mrs. Manuel M. Weinberg Dr. and Mrs. Milo R. White Mrs. Charles R. Williams Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Williams Mr. and Mrs. David P. Willis Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Wilson Mr. and Mrs. John Valaer Mr. Rodrigo Ycaza J. David Adams Peter Berlinghof Walter S. Clarke Herman W. Colberg Wilson F. Colberg, Secretary Nicolas F. Cordero Charles G. Fry, III Donald K. Galbraith Leard R. Altemus, Jr. Donald E. Andrews David H. Barnett Walter I. Bates Shane B. Belford James W. Braham Lloyd T. Bryan, Jr. Peter W. Carpenter Alan S. Christner, Jr. William H. Clutz William C. Coyne Robert W. Culver Robert D. Dahle Treasurer Alfred E. Denio, Jr. Secretary William C. Dietrich John M. Doney Donald Dolder William K. Dunker Benjamin F. Faunce, III F. Ferree Faunce Orville G. I-Ialdeman John M. Hogg Kenneth P. Abbe Walter I. Bates James W. Braham Peter W. Carpenter John N. Ake W. Carroll Coyne Fred E. Douglas Donald E. Andrews David H. Barnett Paul N. Barne, Jr. Bruce G. Brown Joseph A. Albanese Lester E. Cagle, Jr. Craig M. Copper Nicholas F. Cordero Jean Delvigne STAMP CLUB 11231 Stephen E. Katz ' Franklin K. Kessler David M. Kessner Norman Levin Richard D. Mayer J. VVilliam McRoberts Craig B. Miller, Vice President Leopoldo Pellon Peter W. Perry Robert C. Reed Thomas H. Reynolds, II Benicio F. Sanchez, Jr. Jack A. Sites James A. Smith, Treasurer THE STONY BATTER DRAMATIC CLUB C1361 Fred E. Douglas Rohn A. En h Luther M. Fitel William Evans Charles G. Fry, III Frederick M. Goldberg Donald H. Goodyear, Jr. Stephen C. Gross John R. Haas Edward T. Hager, II Everett N. Hamilton Eric B. Harrison, Jr. Stuart J. Horner, Jr. Leonard M. Johnson Stanley W. Lahr J. Ira Laird, Jr. Joshua W. Langhammer R. Douglas Huntley N. Blair LeRoy Walter N. Lichtenberger Albert V. Lynch Sam C. Marshall, Jr. William T. Clinton Frank W. Cook S. Duval Dutrow VVilliam K. Dunker Philip S. Feigel Robert C. Johnson T. Herbert McGann Arno P. Niemand, Jr. William K. Dunker Gordon D. Follett, Jr. Vllendell W. Hoone Everett N. Hamilton William H. Hannum Nickolas B. LeRoy James V. Lott Albert V. Lynch Stanley H. Mar olis Stewart H. Matiews President Richard D. Mayer John E. McDonald John Mcllvaine, Jr. Jerry W. McRoberts Clifford N. Murray Hugh G. Nevin, Jr. Warren Pashley, Jr. John F. Peck, Jr. Bruce J. Phillips Paul G. Pollin er Joseph L. Puddu 1949 VARSITY CLUB 1170! Football Joseph H. Martin John C. Miller Mark A. Mosolino Thomas R. Puifer Robert T. Renfrew, Jr. Swimming Mark A. Mosolino Robert W. Nick Francis J. Pogan Basketball N. Blair LeRoy Isaac N. Smith Wrestling Track Paul G. Pollin er Lawrence D. Sieridan Jack A. Sites Lawrence Lattomus, 11 Augustine C. Ormrod Alexander W. Spears, Jr. Soccer John Merritt Jan Munthe-Kaas Joseph C. Sterling Joseph F. M. Suarez Richard R. Walker Thomas C. H. Webster Milo R. White, Jr. Robert C. Williams, President Rodrigo Ycaza, Jr. Stephen I. Richman Stanley K. Robinson Joseph M. Salsbury, Jr. Alan P. Savory Edward H. Scheibler Don C. Skinner Vice President Isaac N. Smith, Jr. William D. Taylor Richard L. Thornburgh Charles S. Trump Carl S. Tschantre Osborne F. Wachter, Jr. Ronald C. Walske Thomas C. Webster Joseph I. Weinschenk, J Milo R. White, Jr. Charles E. Schwenk J. Richard Soars Alex W. Spears, Jr. Donald Spoltore Philip Zuravelif Fred W. Peirsol John W. Schaeffer Ronald G. Walske Donald Spaltore Philip Zuravlelf J. Richard Soars, Captain Alexander W. Spears, Jr John P. Valaer Henry G. Thresher Thomas G. Wright, Jr. Lee D. Yoder, Jr. Raymond Rohrbach Lawrence D. Sheridan William J. Evans Zachery C. Kyriakides Leopoldo Pellon Panayotis Vrettacos Philip S. Feigel Osborne F. Wachter, Jr. Baseball Albert V. Lynch Donald L. Nixon Robert T. Renfrew, Jr. Tennis Barton H. Daniel Robert H. Duffus Edmund H. Kase, III N. Blair LeRoy NOTE: Numbers after titles refer to page numbers of articles. 219 L. Thomas Bryan, jr. Assistant Editor Daniel S. Claster Assistant Editor Kenneth P. Abbe Walter I. Bates, Head Marshal James W. Braham Craig M. Copper Barton H. Daniel Robert H. Duffus William T. Clinton William J. Evans L. Reed Altemus, Ir. Shane B. Belford Peter W. Carpenter William H. Clutz, Secretary-Treasurer Martin A. Arch Cyrus I. Barton, Jr. Peter W. Carpenter Daniel S. Claster, Vice President I. David Adams Iohn M. Baker Paul N. Barna, jr., Vice President David B. Carr Gerald B. Droz john A. Durschinger Ralph M. Feldman, Ir. John M. Baker Paul N. Bama, Ir. Secretary Cryus I. Barton Robert W. Biggs, Jr. Robert C. Byrne, jr. Sewell P. Champe Charles T. Clark Robert L. Adams Frederick H. Bowis James W. Braham Jean L. Cronstedt, Vice President THE LIT BOARD C1561 Vfilson F. Colberg, Business Manager Rohn A. Engh, Art Editor Edward H. Scheibler, Associate Editor Don C. Skinner, Art Editor MARSHALS OF THE FIELD C1711 Rohn A. Engh William H. Hannum Wendell W. Hoone Edmund H. Kase, III joshua W. Langhammer N. Blair LeRoy Albert V. Lynch Constantine L. Manos Samuel C. Marshall, Ir. I. William McRoberts Clarence G. Mercatoris, John Merritt Mark A. Mosolino Augustine C. Onnrod THE OCTET C1651 Dan G. Everett John R. Haas Hugh G. Nevin, Ir. Hervey R. Smouse THE PAIDEA 11351 Carroll W. Coyne Rohn A. Engh, President Benjamin F. Faunce George W. Freeman Richard F. Kline, Jr. Joel R. Lichtenstul, Vice President Garry P. Martin S. Huntington Mathews PRESS CLUB 11541 Herman W. Colberg Sammy C. Contakos Robert H. Dulfus Stephen C. Gross John F. Peck, Ir. Bruce J. Phillips Paul G. Pollinger G. Jack Robinson PROJECTION CREW Q 1331 Charles G. Fry, Ill john M. Gerrish, Co-President Donald W. Harper Bruce A. Hausch Christopher M. King I. Ira Laird, Ir. David R. Lenington Donald G. Laubach, Ir. Nomian Levin Joel A. Lichtensul Garry P. Martin Robert T. Mayer Craig B. Miller, Treasurer RADIO CLUB C1281 Alfred E. Denio, Ir., Vice President Herbert S. Dorfan Donald L. Good Everett N. Hamilton, President Barry E. Harrison, Ir. L. Morris Johnson Christopher M. King Stanley W. Lahr Clarence V. Lee, Ir. James V. C. Lott Robert T. Mayer, Treasurer RAUCHRUNDE C1 191 Morton R. Dubman john A. Grant William G. Greer, Ir. William H. Hannum, President NOTE: Numbers after titles refer to page numbers of articles. John R. Haas Edmund H. Kase, III Arno P. Niemand, Ir. Robert W. Nick Ellsworth M. Shafto, Ir. Brainerd P. Stranahan, Editor-in-Chief Charles S. Trump Frederick W. Peirsol Robert T. Renfrew, jr. William B. Shugars, III Isaac N. Smith, Ir. I. Richard Soars Robert I. Thomas Hayes M. Walker, jr. James C. Speer Hayes M. Walker john F. Miller, III Edward H. Ross Don C. Skinner Charles K. Slick John M. Suite Edward H. Scheibler, President Richard L. Thornburgh Thomas C. H. Webster Leopoldo Pellon Isaac N. Smith Francis A. Smulders Ha es M. Walker, Ir. Richard Walker Robert C. Williams, Co-President Robert D. Mast Austin V. McClain, Ir. Paul M. Ritter Leon P. Scicchitano Jay H. Strickler William G. Thalheimer James E. Tobias Robert B. Shafto Jay H. Strickler Bradford D. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer john P. Wilson John D. Bates William T. Clinton Robert W. Culver Thomas P. Fagan Donald H. Goodyear, Alan S. Christner Alfred E. Denio, President Morton R. Dubman Luther M. Ertel Shane B. Belford Herman W. Colberg Wilson F. Colberg, President Jean L. Cronstedt, Treasurer Paul N. Bama, Jr., President Cyrus Barton, Jr. Charles R. Beall, Jr. Hu h B. Cameron Walter Carl, Jr. Hemian W. Colberg Wilson F. Colberg Roger C. Evans John C. Andrews Martin A. Arch John D. Bates Charles R. Beall, Jr. David H. Barnett R. Nickolas Bing Peter W. Carpenter David B. Carr Herman W. Colberg Robert W. Culver, Photographer Robert D. Dahle, Business Manager David H. Barnett Walter Carl, Jr. Samuel C. Contakos Edward T. Hager, II, Quaestor I Walter H. Burgin, Jr., Consul junior H. Boyd Cameron Donald H. Goodyear, I Second Basses Stephen C. Gross Robert E. Lewis John R. Howell Abner P. Mitchell, Jr. L. Morris Johnson William C. Payne Richard F. Kline, Jr. Alan P. Savory GUN CLUB C1295 W. Alexander Gray Donald W. Harper Shellield N. Hyde Eustis Lancaster Joel A. Lichtenstul Daniel R. Lombard Robert E. Martin, Secretary-Treasurer Clarence G. Mercatoris, Vice President INTERNATIONAL CLUB C1401 Nicolas F. Cordero Jean Delvigne Thomas P. Fagan Philip K. Fernee Donald K. Galbraith Walter Herrscher Zachary C. Kyriakides David R. Lenington Edmond E. Long, Jr. Jan Munthe-Kaas Bengt A. Norborg Leopoldo Pellon JURISPRUDENCE SOCIETY C1413 Stephen C. Gross, Secretary William R. Hawkins William C. Hidlay, Jr. John R. Howell Edgar S. Krass Clarence V. Lee, Jr. John E. Lilly, Jr. Charles R. McGivern Jerry W. McRoberts KARUX Herbert I. Dorfan Morton R. Dubman, Music Robert H. Duffus John A. Durschinger Rohn A. Engh, Art Editor Roger C. Evans Benjamin F. Faunce, III, Art Louis G. Galliker, III Stephen C. Gross, Editor-in-Chief Clarence E. Miller, Jr. Rudolph H. Nissley, J William C. Payne Leopoldo Pellon, Treasurer Bruce J. Phillips Samuel E. Phillips, Jr. Robert B. Ramsdell, Jr Donnell D. Reed, Jr. BOARD 11521 Ba E. Harrison, Jr. Wlgam R. Hawkins Walter J. Herrscher David M. Kessner J. Ira Laird, Jr., Photographer Donald G. Laubach, Jr. Joel A. Lichtenstul, Art Craig B. Miller, Photographer Paul G. Pollinger, Sports LATICLAVII 11201 G. Michael Kern, Consul prirnarius Clarence V. Lee, Jr. Robert E. Lewis, Jr. Edward H. Scheibler LATICLAVII William R. Julias, Quaestor junior C. Bruce McGranahan NOTE: Numbers after titles refer to page numbers of articles. James D. Smith, Scrilaa Hervey R. Smouse C. Samuel Trump, Consul secundarius .IUNIORES James M. Miller Louis H. Miller, Scriha junior I. Edward H. Scheibler Jay H. Strickler James E. Turney, II John W. Wilde Robert B. Meyer John E. McDonald John F. Peck, Jr. Francis A. Smulders Alexander W. Spears Benicio F. Sanchez, Jr. Joseph F. M. Suarez, Secretary Panayotis Vrettacos, Vice President Rodrigo Ycaza, Jr. Robert C. Reed Stephen I. Richman Gerald Robinson Edward H. Scheibler James E. Tobias Samuel C. Trump, Vice President William T. Weaver John M. Webb John F. Peck, Jr. Stephen I. Richman G. Jack Robinson Edward H. Scheibler, Associate Editor Richard E. Slaugenhoupt, r Jay H. Strickler Robert Thieblot William A. Thompson, III Charles S. Trump Ronald G. Walske Thomas C. H. Webster Robert Thomas Richard R. Walker Richard N. Walton Thomas E. Weaver, Jr. John A. Morefield, Jr. James I. Moraitis J. King Wright Martin A. Arch Shane B. Belford L. Thomas Bryan, Jr Sewell P. Champe Daniel S. Claster Jean Delvigne, Secretary'Treasnrer Gerald B. Droz Robert F. Droz Roger C. Evans Walter I. Bates Alfred E. Denio, Jr. B. Rodney Anderson, Craig M. Copper Frederick H. Bowis Sewell P. Champe Daniel S. Claster Morton R. Dubman, Vice President Trumpets John B. Andrews Herbert I. Dorfan Donald Fitch R. Rodney Garver, Jr. Henry E. Gerhart Joseph R. Govi Richard A. Greenleaf Robert W. Biggs, Jr. Rohn A. En h William J. Egvans Dan G. Everett B. Rodney Anderson, Theodore A. Blunk Walter Carl, Jr. George W. Fellows John H. Albrecht Albert E. Bachman David H. Barnett Shane B. Belford Wilson F. Colberg Jr. I LES COPAINS f118J Rowland Erving, Jr. Thomas B. Fagan William F. Goodman W. Alexander Gray, Ste hen C. Gross William R. Hawkins G. Michael Kern John H. Kerr Edgar S. Krass Albert V. Lynch Jr. John E. McDonald John Merritt Mark A. Mosolino Jan Murthe-Kass Hugh G. Nevin, Jr. Leopoldo Pellon, President Bruce J. Phillips Josiah B. Pritchard Robert B. Ramsdell, Jr. DANCE COMMITTEE C1301 Theodore D. Griley G. Kay Hill ENTERTAINMENT USHERS C131J Albert V. Lynch Samuel E. Phillips, Jr. THE FIFTEEN f117J John A. Grant Edgar S. Krass Stephen C. Gross Hugh G. Nevin, Jr., John R. Haas President Edward T. Hager, II J. Edward Prickett FOOTBALL BAND C1625 John A. Morefield, Jr. Donnell D. Reed, Jr. Drums B. Rodney Anderson, Dan G. Everett Donald H. Goodyear, John F. Peck, Jr. Jr. Jr. Trombone Sewell P. Ghampe William C. Dietrich Bradford D. Smith Saxophones James D. Smith John M. Calandra James E. Turney, II Tuba Robert B. Ramsdell, J QLEE CLUB C1631 First Tenors William G. Hidlay, Jr. Robert D. Mast George K. Hill Joseph H. Martin Joshua W. Langhammer Charles R. McGivern William W. LeRoy William McRoberts Second Tenors C. Nomian Murray Rudolph H. Nissley, Donald L. Nixon W. James Pashley, Jr. Jr. John M. Strite Carl S. Tschantre First Basses fBa1-itonesl W. Carroll Coyne John M. Doney, Accompanist John A. Grant Howard W. Hall, Jr. NOTE: Numbers after titles refer to page numbers of articles. John R. Haas Richard L. Linkins John E. McDonald John F. Miller Samuel E. Phillips, Jr. I'. Stephen I. Richman Leon P. Scicchitano William B. Shugars Joseph S. Silvemian J. Richard Soars Joseph C. Sterling Brainerd P. Stranahan James E. Tobias John P. Valaer Panayotis Vrettacos Joshua W. Langhammer Frederick W. Peirsol Charles K. Slick J. Richard Soars Edward I-I. Scheibler Bradford D. Smith, Secretary J. Richard Soars Brainerd P. Stranahan Bell Lyre Bruce A. Hausch Drum Major Hu h G. Nevin, Jr. Feng Bearer Don C. Skinner Baritone Sax R. Graham Dunlop Donald B. Newton, Jr. Benicio F. Sanchez, Jr. Joseph M. Salsbury, Jr. Hayes M. Walker, Jr. Richard W. Wilson Leon I. Williams, Jr. Robert B. Ramsdell, Jr. James G. Speer Joseph F. M. Suarez Hervey R. Smouse Kenneth P. Abbe John H. Albrecht Charles V. Allen William H. Anderson, Jr. Donald E. Andrews John C. Andrews Martin A. Arch Edwin F. Bauer, Jr. Lloyd T. Bryan, Jr. Richard L. Cam bell Herman W. Collberg Thomas Cropper Robert W. Culver Barton H. Daniel William C. Dietrich Morton R. Dubman Cyrus J. Barton, Jr. Walter J. Carl, Jr. Peter W. Carpenter Herman W. Colberg Wilson F. Colberg, Secretary Nicolas F. Cordero Herbert I. Dorfan John H. Albrecht Paul M. Alexander H. Brockman Anderson Thomas N. Bodine John M. Calandra Herman W. Colberg Wilson F. Colberg, President Nicolas F. Cordero Robert A. Duncan William K. Dunker S. Duvall Dutrow Earle W. Eisenman Rohn A. Engh, Secretary John M. Calandra Alfred E. Denio, Jr. William Evans Leonard M. Johnson John B. Andrews Sewell P. Champe Morton R. Dubman William C. Dietrich, President CHEMISTRY CLUB 11222 John A. Durschinger Roger C. Evans Dan G. Everett Thomas P. Fagan Paul S. Fleming Ralph R. Garver John A. Grant W. Alexander Gray, Jr. Norman S. Greenberg Stephen C. Gross John R. Haas Edward T. Hager, II Everett N. Hamilton William H. Hannum William C. Hendricks John R. Howell David M. Kessner Ed ar S. Krass Zaciary C. Kyriakides Eustis Lancaster, III Lawrence Lattomus, II N. Blair LeRoy William W. LeRoy Joel A. Lichtenstul Malcolm D. McConnell George H. Miley, Il Craig B. Miller Ronald K. Mowrey Hugh G. Nevin, Jr. Warren J. Pashley, Jr. Leopoldo Pellon Gerald N. Rapoport CHESS CLUB 11323 Thomas P. Fagan, President Paul E. Flood Norman S. Greenberg Donald W. Harper William R. Hawkins L. Morris Johnson . EL CIRCU Dan G. Everett Thomas P. Fagan Philip K. Fernee Donald Fitch Donald L. Good, Secretary Joseph R. Govi William A. Haskell, Il E. Barry Harrison, Jr. Walter Herrscher Sheffield N. Hyde Robert G. Johnson Edgar S. Krass Richard H. Krebs Rudolf H. Nissley, Jr. Leopoldo Pellon, Treasurer J. Edward Prickett Benicio F. Sanchez, Jr. Edward H. Scheibler Joseph S. Silverman L0 ESPANOL 11215 Franklin K. Kessler R. David Lahr Stanley W. Lahr Lawrence Lattomus, II Richard L. Linkins Malcolm D. McConnell S. Huntington Mathews, Musician Robert B. Me er Gilbert R. Pallin Leopoldo Pellon, Vice President Gerald N. Rapoport Robert C. Reed THE CONCERT BAND 11645 Franklin K. Kessler Thomas M. Kidd Hugh G. Nevin, Jr., Librarian Ralph G. Dunlop Donald Fitch Charles F. Flannery Rodney R. Carver, Jr. Wooduvinds Robert C. Reed Paul M. Ritter Don C. Skinner Brass Henry E. Gerhart Joseph R. Govi Richard A. Greenleaf Thomas F. Kaiss Percussion B. Rodney Anderson, Jr., Albert E. Bachman Vincent W. Campbell Vice President NOTE: Numbers after titles refer to page numbers of articles. Robert C. Reed John P. Schaefer Leon P. Scicchitano William B. Shugars, III Joseph F. Silverman Richard E. Slaugenhoupt, Jr Bradford D. Smith Robert G. Smith C. Edgar Snyder Brainerd P. Stranahan Robert Thieblot Panayotis Vrettacos Hayes M. Walker, Jr. John M. Webb John P. Wilson Richard W. Wilson Charles K. Slick James A. Smith Francis A. Smulders Joseph F. Suarez William G. Thalheimer Lewis W. Wilson Rodrigo Ycaza Lee D. Yoder, Jr. Robert T. Renfrew, Jr. John T. Ri htor G. Jack Rolginson Benicio F. Sanchez, Jr. Alan P. Savory Edward H. Scheibler Charles E. Schwenk Richard E. Slaugenhoupt, Jr Joseph F. M. Suarez Richard L. Thornburgh Osborne F. Wachter, Jr. Robert C. Williams, Treasurer Rodrigo Ycaza, Jr. James D. Smith William A. Underwood, Robert C. Weissert Charles R. McGivern John A. Morefteld, Jr. Robert B. Ramsdell, Jr. Raymond Rohrbach Bradford D. Smith John F. Peck, Jr. James E. Turney, II I Sewell P. Champe William C. Dietrich Saxophones Frank K. Kessler Robert C. Reed Paul M. Ritter James D. Smith Robert C. Weissert J. David Adams Martin A. Arch Walter I. Bates James W. Braham Richard L. Campbell Daniel S. Claster Wilson F. Colberg Robert D. Dahle William C. Dietrich Robert W. Biggs, Jr. Rohn A. En h William J. Evans L. Reed Altemus, Jr. B. Rodney Anderson, Jr Donald J. Fitch John H. Albrecht Alan S. Christner, Jr. John M. Doney John D. Bates William T. Clinton Robert W. Culver Walter I. Bates, Head Usher James W. Braham Frederick H. Bowis William R. Chapman W. Carroll Coyne Frederick H. Bowis Charles M. Greer List oi Club Memberships ASSEMBLY ORCHESTRA 11613 Donald Fitch Henry E. Gerhart Joseph R. Govi Richard A. Greenleaf BLUE AND WHITE MELODIANS C166J Trumpets John B. Andrews Donald J. Fitch Henry E. Gerhart Richard A. Greenleaf Trombones William C. Dietrich, President Raymond J. Rohrbach Bradford D. Smith CADUCEAN CLUB C1341 Roger C. Evans Thomas P. Fagan Joseph R. Govi John A. Grant Richard A. Greenleaf John R. Haas Edward T. Hager, II William R. Hawkins Donald E. Hendrickson L. Morris Johnson Karl J. Kaufman J. Ira Laird, Jr. Joshua W. Langhammer John E. McDonald John C. Miller Jan Munthe-Kaas John F. Peck, Jr. Robert C. Reed CHAPEL CHOIR C1671 Dan G. Everett First Tenor John Mcllvaine, Jr. Joshua W. Langhammer William McRoberts Second Tenor Georgie P. Greenbaum Stanley K. Robinson Rudo ph H. Nissley, Jr. Edward H. Ross First Bass John R. Haas Hervey R. SIDOUSC Robert B. Ramsdell, Jr. James C. Speer Don C. Skinner Brainard P. Stranahan Second Bass L. Morris Johnson Richard F. Kline, Jr. Robert E. Lewis, Jr. Hugh G. Nevin, Jr. J. dward Prickett William B. Shugars, III CHAPEL USHERS 11255 Alfred E. Denio, Jr. Robert H. Duffus Charles F. Flannery Richard A. Greenleaf Theodore D. Griley G. Kay Hill Donald G. Laubach, Jr. N. Blair LeRoy Albert V. Lynch John Merritt CHEERLEADERS C1771 G. Kay Hill Edmund H. Kase, III NOTE: Numbers after titles refer to page numbers of articles. Frederick W. Peirsol, Head Cheerleader Raymond J. Rohrbach String Buss Hugh G. Nevin Piano Joseph E. Prickett Drums B. Rodney Anderson John T. Rightor John I. Robison, II Leon P. Scicchitano Bradford D. Smith Alexander W. Spears, J Robert J. Thomas John P. Valaer John M. Webb John T. Rightor John I. Robison, II Hayes M. Walker, Jr. Leon I. Williams, Jr. William A. Underwood, John W. Wilde James E. Turney, II Robert C. Weissert Frederick W. Peirsol Josiah B. Pritchard Isaac N. Smith J. Richard Soars Ronald G. Walske J. King Wright J. William McRoberts Robert G. Smith Backstage Glimpses Mr. Karux of 1950 l71XlX'llLlfXR SAYINGS Uni, now, the Point is! 'lMy! hlyl hlyl you hoysln 'Al,ook, now, we're dealing in high HVVOOH Woof! P21178 Spimliln linuncc, clmft chu know, liidclo? QI-ly fellows, Sugh fine Singing! May l sec rho following-Are there ln looking o'rCh thc news situation this somc ZIIIIIOLIDCCITICIIISP!! m0'ning! l lul llzll I caught voull' I Llillllf lilac it! Grier vs Penn Hall 213 Typical Mercersburg Boy Fascination TIIERELL BE SOME CHANGES MADE NEXT YEAR All meals optional! Every week end free! N0 Hnals or micl-years! No outside work! No Guard! lVell, l can Llrcam, ca1z't l? All for lVIercerslmrg, Stand Up and Holler 212 Tlzrill of a lifetime LINES OF GREAT SONGS ALL REIXHND US: You're in the l'Xl'I'l1y Now The Pluyfs the Thi11g'!Mr.Caldwell -DH X 1 ' ' .. ,. 7 , 1 . , 1 m I nc Ku Homework -Ed Hager Huey lhdnt Believe B10 l v H ,Doctor Timjetts Deep 111 the Heart of Texas ,fXdeste l5ideles'!Nr. VVyman - TCX Martin IW- clot S1104-5 Vvjth Vwngs QU I wanna g' back t' VVest Virginia glvlr. Smith -Jehu Hogg 5 Picnic in the Park . . . and Then She Said . . 211 The BOW Take' Over ODE TO A POST OFFICE RUSH I fought the line with storm and strifeg I charged and rushed and risked my life, And placed my order, crushed to my Imccs. Good Lord! K'The other window please. , , 5 AffIr1m1ti1'e or Negative? LigI1ls1 210 , W wwf' A rg F r r 5 7? Q -wg E 1 S R I I O11 Your Store Bill? North-Campus Fraternity lX'lcrccrsburg's past has made it today But in seriousness let us say The school it isg amd, more to say: How sorrv wc are to leave todayg In zu word of slamv, fwc're sham and VVC 'okc and Uri nc about our school, nifty. and yct Moro tlum 'crc in l95O.' Its doctrinc we can DC'Cl' forgot. Slzedding Season 209 Can? Dance A11 the Time!! Doctor Edwards in the thirties preached On how manhood might then he ln the lortics, clinic to our lair school rcuchcdg , , , , An alumnus, who now docs rule Floday Tlppetts tells ol our countrys Vvcalth, This CQIIHPLIS as lieaullnzlstci' L'lllL'lL'l1Ilf Wlliili lH1tzrot explains tihout our I1l.iL.m1lv' lowllv' I,nm.mlv- mea ti. ' ' ' ' The lllercerslmrg llladonna Will HU Mfflil' ll? 208 at,.,H.,.......1Mv'f-N X 1 lfVhat's All the Commotion? ln the next decade to thc 'Burg Curran, Andrew, and others of Through 40 years of their helpful ing They watched Old Mereershurg increasing. Privileged Character eame With the twenties eame raeeoon coats lame? Prohibition and motor hoats. teaeh- Today, airplanes and midget races In our esteem hold their places. Faculty at Play 207 Marshals of the Field-Spring, '49 Firxt Huw, fruin I.:-ft' -ll, C. llzirtcnstinv, Glm'1'l', Il. K. II:lrtl-listiiin, Musolilm, XVnll:n'1- HI'-:ul Mairshnll, Davis, wish. I-.11r, Ii. Le-Iloy. S1-vmul llow- Munus, Smirs. W. Bates. H. Iluniiltun, W. Warsl, Colo, linux-, Shugura. liiril. Arnolnl. Thiril kim' I, Smith. In-lalm-y, llmn-limo, lllingzwurth, S1-lxminlt, IN-irsul, l.ynvh. Hull' il ccnturv's the thcmc of this houkg I Lot us stop, and ict us look ,Nt ai school, which for fifty years. Has hruught to hoys both smiles and tears. Ziggety-Boom! ln ninetcenfhundred, waltzes and Howcrs Idlcd away thc cnrcfim-0 hoursg But in this day and nge, hcfhop and swing. Herman and Prima :irc thc thing. Auytlting for Me, Tom? Thinks He Is: Bates, Everett, Gross and Dahle and Peirsol and Skinner tied. Noisiest: Everett, W. Evans, B. Shafto. Quietest: Champe, Boss and Greenleaf and Kaufman tied, Soars. Handsomest: Walske, Merritt, Peirsol. Thinks He Is: Bates, Everett, Langhammer. Best Build: Soars, Walske, Pollinger. Thinks He Has: Bates, Arch, Langhammer. Most Destructive: R. Shafto, Everett, Lambert and R. Campbell tied. Most Conceited: Bates, Everett, Stranahan. Biggest Crab : Everett, W. Evans, Marshall. Worst Tramp: Pt. Shafto, W. Evans, Marshall. Best Bluffer: Everett, Bates, W. Evans. Best Alibi Artist: Everett, W. Evans, Marshall. Playboy: Everett, Bates, Lambert. Marry First: Albrecht, Ormrod, Walske. Most Sarcastic: Stranahan, Everett, W. Evans. Soap Box Orator: Dietrich, Skinner, Stranahan. Biggest Drag With the Faculty: Bates, Skinner, Gross, LeRoy and Walske tied. Thinks He Has: Skinner, Bates, Everett. Needs a Drag Most: W. Evans, Hall, The Shafto Brothers. Least Drag With Faculty: The Shafto Brothers, W. Evans, Hall. Favorite College: Yale, Princeton, Pennsylvania. Favorite Football Team: Mercersburg, Army, Pennsylvania. Favorite Sport: Football, Baseball, Basketball. Favorite Newspaper: New York Times and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette tied, Phila- delphia Inquirer, Pittsburgh Press. Favorite Magazine: Life, Saturday Evening Post, Esquire. Favorite Actress: E. Taylor, A. Gardner, Allyson. Favorite Author: Caldwell, Shakespeare and Thorne Smith tied, Poe and Chap- man tied. Favorite Book: Disraeli, Green Mansions, Silas Marner. Favorite Orchestra: Blue and Whites, Woody Herman, Guy Lombardo. Favorite Auto: Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac. Hardest Subject: Physics, English, Solid and Trig. Easiest Subject: English, Spanish, Sr. Algebra and Trig. Favorite Date: My Girl, Brunette, Blonde. Favorite Date CCalendarD: Iune 5, December 25, December 14. 205 Here and There WHAT THE SENIOR CLASS THINKS OF ITS MEMBERS Only Three Highest Are Given Most Respected: LeRoy, Soars, Braham. Most Popular: Mosolino, LeRoy, Braham. Most Likely to Succeed: LeRoy, Dubman and Stranahan tied, Bowis. Best Athlete: Soars, LeRoy, Mosolino. Most Scholarly: Hager, Stranahan, Glaster. Best Personality: Braham, LeRoy, Kase. Done Most for Mercersburg: LeRoy, Bowis, Soars. Best Natured: Kase, Braham, Mosolino. Friendliest: Kase, Braham, Duffus. Best Influence: LeRoy, Soars, Mosolino. Most Original: Stranahan and Gross tied, Thornburgh and Skinner tied, Everett. Most Versatile: LeRoy, Soars, Gross. Most Gonscientious: Hager, Krass, Dubman. Busiest: Bowis, Good, Stranahan. Most Energetic: LeRoy, Good, Ormrod. Most Radical: Gross, Hager, Fernee and Everett tied. Most Diplomatic: Bowis, Stranahan, Gross. Most Optimistic: Kase, D. Andrews and Shugars tied, Mosolino and Hager tied Most Pessimistic: Everett, W. Evans, W. Adams. Most Gentlemanly: Albrecht, Braham, Langhammer. Most Modest: Soars, LeRoy, Harrison. Thinks He Is: Bates, Everett, Stranahan. Wittiest: Thornburgh, W. Evans, Stranahan. Thinks He ls: Skinner, Everett, Stranahan. Gentleman of Leisure: D. Reed, R. Martin, Everett. Most Naive: Hager, B. Evans and W. Evans tied, Ross and Fellows tied. Most Musical: Dietrich, Nevin, R. Anderson. Thinks He Is: Skinner, Everett, Dietrich. Best Voice: Haas, Speer, Ghristner. Thinks He Has: Skinner, Stranahan, Everett. Best Dressed: Langhammer, Bowis, Slick. Best Dancer: Peirsol, Walske, Christner. 204 ERCER B RG M 7 Jw.- f.f:iM,:f-sz.. . .. . . Q fig... this district and lost his lite in the Revolutionary battle of Princeton. This district which, heing close to Chambersburg and Gettysburg, saw its share of troop movements, both Confederate and Union, sent its share of Citizens to serve the nation. Governor Findlay, of Pennsylvania, came from here, while the Findlays, Williani, Iames, and Robert were in Congress at the same time. VVilliam Henry Harrison married Jane Irwin, a native of this sec- tion, and the mother of Benjamin Harrison came from the same family. Of course, hlercersburgs outstanding contribution to the nation was President james Buchanan. Nlercersburv Colleue and Seminarv was founded here in 1836 and became a boy's prepara- D O f tory school in 1893. 203 H s rf i 'S HI Tlllll fx Q 5-zgxf' helen by ,Q , .. A f 5 ,.. ,s ' '14 in CNote: The above Picture represents the town of Mercersburgl and what is now the Academy the year 18481 Since the town of Mercersburg is to celebrate zz hi-centennial in the early part ol' next Se tember, it seems suitable to make some mention in this mid-century KARUX of the fact that hlercel burg, named in honor of General Hugh Mercer, is located in a section rich in historic associatior many markers indicate the position ol' forts, the passage of soldiers and traders, and the affairs the Indians. The original settlers came to this area sometime around 1730 to establish farmii and trading enterprises. The town was named in the latter part of the eighteenth century honor of General Mercer, Scottish doctor, general, and friend of George VVashington. who lived 202 l The illun VVPLO Came to Dinner The festivities commenced on Thursday evening, February 16, with the Stony Batter dramatic club's presentation of Moss Hart's Broadway success, The Man Who Came to Dinner, in the Nolde Gymnasium. Under the direction of hir. Joseph 1. Caldwell the performance was well executed and enjoyed by all the students, parents, and faculty members who attended. February 17 was the day for intersociety athletic competitions. The John Marshall society was victorious in the trapeshooting match and in the swimming meet, while Irving won the bas- ketball game. The animal midwinter dance was held in Keil hall on Friday evening with Don Teebles and his orchestra furnishing the music. A wrestling match with VVest York high school held in the gym in the morning was the first event on the agenda for Saturday, February 18. hlercersburg won this match, the score being 24 to 14. During the afternoon there was a swimming meet with Randolph Macon academy, also held in the gym, which Mercersburg won, 66 to 9. The main event of the entire week end was the Intersociety debate staged in the gymnasium on Saturday evening. This year the Wlashington Irving literary society won the debate, breaking the tie which had existed since hlarshall had evened the number of debates won by each society in 1949 to 24-24. The decorations of multi-colored streamers, the contrasting banners of each society, the bands playing the songs and accompanying the cheers, and the almost constant roaring ol' encouraging cheers preserved an old Mercersburg tradition of great spirit on this occasion. VVith chapel services on Sunday morning by the Reverend James F. Moyer, '28, the Mid- VVinter week end terminated-enjoyed and remembered by all. The Delmte Ends 201 The Rumi Played On llhe Christmas formal dance was helcl on Saturtlay evening in iliraylor llall, which was hril- liantly festoonetl for the occasion with large wreaths, evergrecns, antl lights. The Blue antl XVhites furnished the music. On the Sunday hefore vacation there was held in the Academy Chapel the tratlitionally heautiful Christmas candlelight service, composed of carols, the reading of the C'ln'istnias story, and anthems sung hy the Choir in their usual linishecl style. The next clay letters for athletic prowess in the fall term were awarded hy the lleaclmastcr in the Assembly hall. 'llhat evening the Christmas presentation of the Stony Batter tlramatic cluh. fl Clzrisfnms Carol hy Dickens, was produced in the Assemhly hall to the satisfaction ol' all. XVith the arrival ol' Tuesclay evening came the annual Christmas candlelight dinner in Keil hall, where all ineinhers of tht- student hody, together with the memhers of the faculty anal their fainilies, ioinetl to enjoy an excellent turkey dinner. accompanied hy carols. At this tlinner the Declamation contest winners were awarciecl their prizes, and the hook prize, given hy the Aure' lian Society of Yale University, went to Blair LeRoy. The Blue and VVhites acltlecl their skill tu the occasion. playing many favorite carols, while Mr. Bareham led the singing. MIDVVINTER VVEEK END hlidwinter VVeek End of 1950 may truly he called one of the most successful anal enjoyahle events of hlercershurg's history. l God Bless Us! Vrvimcos Receives letter 200 Dr. Tippetts Regulutes Festivities in the spring. Outstanding among the boys who took hrst places were Henry Thresher, Lee Yoder, and VVendell Hoone. Shortly after the track events il meeting of parents and teachers was held in Traylor hall, where the progress ol' the students was discussed. TI IE FALL WEEK END On Friday, November 4-th, the eagerly awaited fall week end arrived when 238 of the student body took their leave from Mercersburg for a few blissful days of freedom. Those who remained on the campus to keep the dorm-lights burning heard on Monday of many enjoyable experiences, which had occurred during the preceding days. CI IRISTMAS WEEK END lXlercersburg's pre-Christmas week end began on Friday, December 9, with a declamation contest, in which Huntington Mathews received first prize for his rendition of Robert Services flze Law of the Yukon. Second prize went to Iohn lylcllvzline, while the award For third-best speaker was given to Hugh Nevin. l Tried! Williams-Cup Winner 199 Z' Old illercersburg . . '09 Heiuiiun FIELD DAY The 57th Elllllllkll Field Day at The Mercershurg Academy hegan on the lllllflllllg nl' Oetuher 29th with the revered tie and seek eereinonv. In eiistuniary style the new huvs were then matle to run aruuntl the track, jump and crawl under hurdles, play an extenclecl game ol' leap-lirng, anal engage in other traditional rites before losing their neuphyte elassilieation and lX'CUlllll1g menihers of tl1e venerable Old Boys society. Ar eleven ffeloelc the wives of the laeultv members held a hazaar in the Assembly hall. where they sold everything l'I'UlN hahy clothes to elioeolate cake. Evervthiiig sold was macle luv tl1e ladies themselves and all profits went towarcl furnishing the faculty luunge in the new reeita' tion huilcling. There was a hulliet luneheuii in Kell hall, where parents and stumlents ehzittecl with teachers while balancing plates of turkey on tl1eir knees. ljiillciwing tl1e lunel1eu11 a traela meet was heltl on the varsity uval, the events of which were the pole vault, high juinp, mile run :mil several shorter distance runs. The weight events were P11stP11r1ecl to Z1 later date to enahle the llmtlmiill Players to participate. There were many perforinanees which gave Proniise ul' a strung track team South Cottage l'VvUlCOH16S Alumni 198 wiv , f ci8ff.ACllIlllil1f80i Day ALUMNI DAY A drah day with ueeasiunal driLLles did nut hamper the enthusiasm of the mere than live hundred alumni whit eame tu this campus mm Oetoher 15 to celebrate anniversaries, see the llill Sehuul game, and have dinner in Keil Hall in the evening. Beginning un Friday evening, Alumni hegan tu arrive in town, and many uf them remained for the Sunday morning Chapel Service, when the llev. .lames VV. Moyer, '28, preached the sermon, On Saturday afternoon the Alumni Cliuneil met in the Headmaster's uH'iee. More than a hundred alumni attended the Association meeting in the Assembly Hall, following the reception held at North Cottage. Ur. and Mrs. lippetts entertained several hundred alumni and guests at tea in the afternoon liullowing the liuuthall game with the llill Sehuol. which ended with a score of 2-if-l-l in favor of I lill. Nearly leur hundred alumni and members of their families sat down tu an inllxrmal dinner un the evening ul' Alumni day in Keil hall. The Headmaster served as toasttnaster and called upun memhers ul' the early elasses tu stand, among whom were Frank D. Buser, i9-L the sole representative ul' Ur. lrvine's lirst class here, and Had Will, '09, the writer of Old lXlercersburg. 'lhe latest Alumni Day hruught to the campus more former students than have ever heen present on that day for the past quarter of a eentury. including representatives front every class liruin 'LH tu '-ill. 2 had Pleasant Interlude 197 Simzmer-Picnic Chou' line 'llhis fall three new teachers heeaine IUCl11lJL'I'S ol' the hlercerslmurg lfaeulty--hir. lien llarnley. Mr. Daniel E. Daniels, and Mr. Allan VV. Greer. Till? FALL TEA DANCE A visitor to the lXlereersln1rg Academy campus the afternoon of Saturday, Octohei' 22. would have heard thc melodious music of Don Englander and his orehestra and the noisy chatter ul' hovs meeting girls. lnquiring, he would have found the answer to this question to he the fall tea dance, held annually at the Mereershurg Academy to give lllercershurg and Penn llall a chance to get acquainted. On this joyous Saturday the boys assembled on the steps in front ol' Annex and awaited the arrival of the Penn Hall lasses. Then came that anxious moment when Nr. Staley introduced the hlind dates, who from there with their eseorts passed through the receiving line, composed ol' Joshua Langhammer and Dr. and Mrs. llitzrot. During the dance, relireshments were served at iliraylor Hall hy the wives of the faculty, and many happy eouples, dressed in the latest fall fashions. were seen strolling about the campus throughout the afternoon. But all good things must come to an end and this event was no exception. Sunday invitations to Penn llall were given, signifying that the initial 1949-'50 dance at Mercerslmurg had been a success. R Day 196 Dr. mul Airs. Tippetis Receive Pause for Refreslznient watch in recognition of his 25 years of service to the school. 'iliheodore Distler delivered the valedictory, thus completing the 1949 graduation exercises. SUMMER SESSION Mercersburg Academy's seventh summer session began on June 20 and ended with com- mencement exercises at North Cottage on August 26. The school was a little larger than it had been in the previous summer but smaller than most years with an enrollment of hfty-nine stu- dents. The only courses of-fered in summer school were those which gave a full unit of credit. Enjoyable remembrances of the summer session include two picnics at Cowan's Gap attended by the entire student body and faculty. FALL OPENING At the opening ceremonies in the chapel on September 21, 1949, Dr. Charles S. Tippetts, lleadmaster. welcomed both old and new boys to the Academy and expressed good wishes to all the boys and high hopes for the coming scholastic year. Over two hundred new boys were added to the student body, bringing the total to -130, twenty-three states and 14 countries being represented. The customary registration and pledgeftaking was held in Traylor Hall, at which time the new boys and their parents met Dr. Tippetts and other members of the faculty. After these formalities the boys went to their rooms. got settled, and later bid painful goodbyes to their anxious Parents. 'Twas the Night Before . . 195 Grmiuzrtion Exercises CO1XlMENCEMENT 1949 The 56th june commencement exercises of the Mercersburg Academy took place on Monday, june 6, 1949, when 141 diplomas were awarded to the graduating Senior class. Prior to award- ing the diplomas the Week end was highlighted by the annual commencement dance held in Kcil Hall on Friday, June 4, with Hal Mclntyre supplying the music: Class Day exercisesg planting ol' the class ivy, the Declamation contestg the sealing of the lead box which was placed beneath the datestone of the new building, Vvilliam Nlann Irvine Memorial Ilallg the presentation of Henry IV, part I, by the members of the Stony Batter Dramatic Club on Saturday: and on Sunday the Baccalaureate services and the singing of the step songs. Un Nlonday the actual graduation took place. Headmaster Charles S. Tippetts presided over the exercises, which were held outside in the finest weather. 24 members of the graduating class were awarded membership in the Cum Laude society, the highest honor awarded by the school. In addition various prizes were presented, such as the Headmaster's prize to Jack VVallacc: the Gold Chain, Mercersburg's most coveted prize for distinguished service presented to Robert Hock: the Robert ll. Nlichelet memorial scholarship awarded to Blair Lelioy for the Upper Middler who shall have distinguished himself in scholarship. character, and spirit to be used in his Senior year, the Buchanan Sermon on the Mount essay prizes awarded to the students writing essays on the subject, and the Alumni Plaque, awarded to Dr. Alexander Stewart. After the final diploma was presented, Dr. Tippetts congratulated Nr. Gibson, who retired from teaching, on his 37 years of worlc on the faculty. Mr. Currier was presented with a gold Garden Party Mr. Currier Receives I'III7iL'i1i 194 'mfing Cfloclurism Hunurs ut cglildlllliilill IJLIHUS Ncccivcs Ten nis VVIHCI1 Une ls Mine? Alumni Day S2110 Aurcliam Privc XVinncr Summer Sclwnl Picnic Ji-'j'OQ X ', .:Sv Q I X X Ml X Ak 1 WN EVENTS WE' X 414 I x A 'Y , X BDDK FIVE X XX A ZXQ ' ft Hit W ,SV t r, -ry r r t 1 ' ,J LL! ri Iffm fm f r t ee 'CG Q- -?!6' 'M ,-. KEIL HALL-1900 Mereersburg Bi-Centennial Events Here and There Advertisements Golf 1949 r Xli t l llinii lulir Nllllllll lor! First How, from Left -15. .l. Vliillips. Sawp- . . 3 '. G, 1: :s, '-' ' . Seeonwl Row -Svliwenk. Cullum. Huldlu-rg, YanWinkle. UIHFFREY M. SAWYER- Cnptaiiz Mn. CHIARLES E. Tnoivms - Couch VVith the cry of fore ahout the hack campus last springtime, the students hee came well aware that the school had a golf team representing them. Although this was only the second year under the guidance of its founder and present coach, Mr. Charles Thomas, the team was ahle to turn in a three-win and three-loss record. The first meet with four returning veterans pacing the team plus several new hoys, who halanced it, was captured from Staunton Military Academy hy the score of 17-10. Traveling to Ceorgetown Preparatory School on April 23 For the second meet proved worthwhile for the Blue and Wliites, who won hy a 72 margin. All three teams came out on top with the first foursome of Captain jeff Sawyer and Bruce Phillips winning their match one up. The second and third foursomes took their opponents two and one and one up, respectively. Against The 1'1i1l School, which later won the golf interscholastics in the third meet the Academy was talten hy the score of 742. 1lill's medalist scored 77 as coin' pared to 1Xlercershurg's 80. VVinning four matches, tying one, and losing one the gollcrs again proved their ahility hy taking over Cettyshurg College ,l. V. 17-6. The last two matches against Kislii and Vyloodherry Forest were lost hy the scores of 133 and ISM-SM respectively, thus ending the season except for the Coll, lntcrscholastics which were held the weelt following commencement. ln these matches .lack Shillinglord won the third flight hy heating his tcanunate Charles Schwcnlt. 189 Junior Varsity Track 1949 rst How, from Loft-fMr. Bailey, Krauss, IJ. Couriid, Plltitlll, Mrsolino, tireeuleuf, Dulnnnn, Hill. Kern. Sr-i-mill Ilowf-Steplieiisoii, Ilainlin, Il. Anderson. McConnell, Hannuin, I'riteln1rd, F. FIIIIIICU. I.. Johnson. G. Barton, Price. Tliirul Ilowf-MeDoiu1lrl, XV. J. Evans, T. W'right, Hines, Fellows, De-Cesare, Il. L. Lewis, Sr-Iilopp, Clnipinan. Fourtli How- -Weihe, 1.1-wiore, Dnhle, lh-lkiurp, Harlan, J. Evans, Haas, Spencer, Downie, lhrnisdell. JAMES M. KERN V Manager Mn. EDWIN W. BAILEY - - Coach Althou h there are onlv three . V. Track meets, the snort holds an im ortant 8 , I P place in the sport calendar of the school because here many of the future stars are found or hrouoht to uerfection. In 1949 under the uidance of Coach Edwin Bailey 0 I 8 . the V. squad was victorious in one meet as compared to two defeats. In the first meet of the season with Stevens Trade School, of Lancaster, Pa., where the meet was held on April 23, the V.'s sank to defeat at the hands of the opposing team, they compiled only 46 points as compared to Stevens 58. The Blue and Whites were able to take but one first, nine seconds, and seven thirds, while their opponents amassed nine lirsts, one second, and two thirds. The V. cindermen were defeated in their second encounter hy a strong, wellf halanced Gert sburv Freshmen team on Friday, May 13 hy a score of 75-48. The Y C . . J . lield events Gave Nlercershure most of her ioints, since she tools first Jlace in the as 0 l l discus, and a second in the pole vault and high-jump. Capturing the third and last meet of the season to the tune of 74-39, the Blue and White thinclads got their first and only win over Scotland School. Points were accumulated hy winning seven iirsts, eight seconds, and nine thirds. 188 arnt Trac k 1950 First Row, from Left-Pnntony, Albunese, Hill, Follett, Mr. Curran, Pufter, Copper, L8llHlHllHlllPI', Stephenson Second Row-Manager Grant, Duhnmu, Donnelly, Martin, Ormrod, Thrc-she-r, C. E. Miller, Sutton, Feltyberger, Manager Greenberg. Third How-Hoone, Bnrhnns. Ross, Kyriakides, Vrettacos, Luttomus, Fisher. Fourth Row-Doldor, Dunkcr, Underwood, C. B. Miller. Seated on Fluor-Kraus. ,AUGUSTINE C. Omvmon - - - Captain joHN A. GRANT, NORMAN S. GREENBERG Managers Coach Mn. IAMES M. CURRAN - - Perhaps the most outstanding track meet of the season was the one held at Saltsburg, Pa., on May twenty-first with Kiski. Bob Mathias, 1948 Olympic decathlon champion, led Kiski to a close victory over Mercersburg as he captured 31M points for the opponents. Close the whole way, the meet was finally won by Kiski to the tune of 64-62, to draw to a close the 1949 season with three wins and two defeats. Participating in five meets, the 1950 winter track team turned in a remarkable record. In the first meet sponsored by the Washington Evening Star, Henry Thresher won the sprint series by breaking the 70 and 80-yard dash records. At the Milrose A. C. and Philadelphia Inquirer meets the mile relay team took first and second respectively. The end of the season was highlighted with the victory at the National Preparatory school championships in which Mercersburg boys took first in the 60-yard dash, six-lap and mile relays, and scored in the half-mile, broad-jump, high-jump, and shot-put. 187 Trac 1949 x-t x un Iii-ftfklr, Curran, Eastmaiu, Wilshire. Kress, Davis, lloaflluirt, Iixuh-rw. Orini-ml. until Raw- -Marius, Vopper, LtlIlj1ll5lllllllk'!', Lattoinus, Sus-ruler, Dunellou, t'l1irluslvl'. Tliiril lluw-t'orson, Slicer, Wallace-, Ilorsey, .hu-obs, m7ILLIAM E. Davis - Captain ROBERT A. CTHICHESTER - Manager Mn. JAMES M. CuxmAN Coach Winliing a decisive victory over VVoodberry Forest on the twentyfthird of April, by the score of 70 to 47, the Mercersburg varsity track team began the 1949 traclt season very successfully. The Curranmen scored nine Hrst places as compared with four for VVoodberry Forest. Next on the agenda was the Penn Relays at Franklin Field, Philadelphia, on April twentyeninth and thirtieth, where the team was pitted against Seton Hall in the prep school division. lX1ercersburg's old rival came through to take first places in both the 440-yard dash and mile relay, while Mcrcersburg took fourth place in the 440 and third place in the mile relay. On lVlay seventh the varsity thinclads traveled to Annapolis for the third meet of the season. Although the squad took seven of the thirteen lirst places, lack ol' depth in certain events caused the Academymen to lose by the score ol' 72 to 43. The team went on to eke out a victory over the University of Pittsburgh by the close margin of seven points to win the meet 62-55, while the same week they ran against the Gettysburg Freshmen to pick up another win by the margin of 67-SO. hlercer-se burg recorded nine first places compared to four for Gettysburg. 186 Varsity k Junior arsity Ba eball 1949 First ltow, from Lcftgltlr. Plantz, Mr. Washburn, Ripepi. Engli, C. E Snyder, Julius, Rapaport, Yalat-r, C. Hr R. C. Williams, Emory. Sw-oml Itow-fliirk, lVag:ner', Gordon, Selnnirlt, SV. Bates, Pashls-y, Kan:-, Cliristnm-12 Fagan, Gray. 'Fliirrl lion'-Wr'ye, ll. Spoltore, Ilernanilez. J. M. Jones, Merritt, Illiugsworlli, Gouifort, D. C. Miller, Tliornhurgh. llonranr C. XAIILLIAIXIS, Ricrmina Eiyronv, VV. ALnxANDEn CTRAY - - Managers Mn. Lraowxnn A. PLANTZ, Ma. Ilniusnm' W. STROUP, Mu. DAv1s A. VVAsHnunN - Coaches Mercersburg's junior varsity baseball team had a line season with a record of two wins and one loss. After losing their first contest they made a terrific Comeback to sweep the next two games. During the season the team showed remarkable spirit and endless determination. Although the Mercersburg Academy Vfs outhit their VVilliamsport High School rivals 7 to 6, the VVilliamsport batters won 6 to 7. VVilliamsp0rt drew first blood when they pushed across seven runs in the second inning. From then on the l. Vfs fought an uphill battle scoring runs in the third and sixth innings, but it was never enough to overcome the steady pitching of the VVilliamsport hurler. The losing pitcher was john Valaer. The game was played here on May 14th. The second game, on May 21st, found Mercersburg playing against Lcmasters on a muddy diamond. This caused many errors which linally won for the Vfs with a score of 9 to 8. ln the third and final game coach Leonard Plantfs batters won their game hy a score ol' 5 to 2. This was George Comforts second win oi' the season under his steady threcfhit pitching. lViercersburg started the scoring when two runs came in during the lirst inning. The linal three runs were scored by a wild pitch and three successive singles in the fourth and sixth innings. 185 rut ltmv, from Left -Mr. Kuhn, T. Trinllrle, Coyne, Renfrew. Il. Ilanxilton, Nixon, Bair, Vet-In-nik, S1-iw-lritnno. Ss-volul Itnwf-Knffnmn. Huffman, D. Snyder, Marshall, Billingslen, Mvllvnine. lVagner. Third utlll'--'SllllllllEI'S, Lucas, Iivlraney, lllye-rs, l'l-ga, Hurt-is, Lynch, Statler, A. Long. lionnrrr A. 11AMlL'1'0N LEQN P. SCHICCHITANO - MR. FREDERICK R. KUIIN - Var ity Ba eball 1949 Captain Manager Coach Downing the Roosevelt High School by the score of 16-4, Coach Fred Kuhn! varsity nine started off the 1949 season successfully, which victory they followed up by smothering the 11op1cins Grammar School 13-2 on April 11. The third victory of the season was won from Randolph-Macon Academy by the margin of 5-2, while next, the Williani Penn high sluggers were downed by the Academy 13-4. Con- tinuing the victory parade the Kuhnmen toppled Shippensburg high school and Penn State Forestry by the scores of 16-3 and 11-1, respectively. On April 30th the nine went on to defeat Baltimore Gity College 6-5, however, their eighth game of the season resulted in defeat at the hands of the Gettysburg Freshmen by 10-6. Next, the club traveled to Princeton, where the Frosh defeated them 4-O, and they were later defeated on May 11th as they bowed to the Gettysburg Freshmen in a return game 7-1. Mercersburg was edged out by the Navy Plebes 8-6, but they came hack in the next game to eke out a 1-O victory against 1V1assanutten. By the score of 3-2 the varsity sluggers downed the Mt. Saint joseph School to establish a record of nine wins against four losses. ln the last game hlay 21st the varsity contingent defeated Kiski 3-1 to end a very successful season. 184 Tenni 4 l l First Row, from Left-Mr, Grabill, Krnss, Curr, S. Robinson, Gross Second Rowa--Il. Walker, Amer-if-a, Webb, Kase. Third Row-J. Baker, Duffus. LAuY l. Ruin - Captain STEPHEN C. Caoss - - - Manager - Coach MR. Nonms W. GIIAYISILL Keep your eye on the ball! Swing level! Head down! These commands heard by the visitor to the tennis courts in the early spring came from Coach Norris Crabill as he whipped his 1949 sextet into shape. By the seasons record of four wins and one loss he seemed to do a good job of it. The Academy netmen sparked by the steadiness of Captain Keiser and the power of players such as Daniel and Marsh de- feated Baltimore City College high school, 7-25 Gettysburg both here and there 9-O, SW-M, and Massanutten 6-O. Their only loss came at the hands of a very powerful Navy Plebe team by the score of 5-l. Last year's record was marred only once by this defeat and this yearis team had even greater promise. The Fall tennis tournament, held annually so that Coach Norris Crabill may have a look at the tennis talent in school, was slow in getting under way because of the bad fall weather, but when the many heated matches were terminated, two returning lettermen walked away with all the honors. Bart Daniel with his well- rounded game and powerful serve slammed his way to the singles crown by defeating Bob Duifus in straight sets. These two teamed together to capture the doubles crown and thus were the recipients of the cups presented to the winner and runnerup in singles and the winning doubles team on Field day. Coach Norris Grabill at KARUX press time could make no definite statement on the quality of the team for 1950, but with four members of last year's squad re- turning, the team promised to be of high caliber. At the time of this publication no schedule had been drawn up. 183 lf t 1 f l Ie-ft--l'ro1ustL-dt, Sutton, 1.'0LIIlIl, Clinton, Mr. Miller, Ahlw, Nick, Si-lm:-fc-r. Funk, 9 I Il XI gi-1' Reese. Mosolinn, Dutriw. Lott. Cur1N-Inter, II. B. Anderson, Manos, Mr. Greer. Tl I Row-Walske, T. D. Grill-y, Peirsol, L. Anderson, Strite, Hall, Adams, KENNETH P. ABBE - - Captain WALTER A. REESE, ja. - Manager MR. JOHN M. MILLER -------' Coach With the return of Coach john Miller to the hill this year, Mercersburg con- tinued in her strides as one of the top-notch preparatory school swimming squads in the United States. Around free-styler Ken Abbe, Coach Miller molded his mighty machine from a host of new tank stars, which included backstroker Bill Clinton, free- stylers Bob Nick and john Schaefer, and breast-stroker Frank Pogan, to complete the 1949-1950 season with eight victories and one defeat, at the hands of a powerful Navy Plebe team. Swimming their Hrst meet in the Carl Nolde pool, the team turned in a good performance as they trounced the Johnstown Extension of the Pitt Freshmen, by the perfect tally of 69-6, and when they traveled to Lehigh for their second encounter, the mermen were again the champs by a 54 to 21 count. Next the team ventured to Annapolis, Maryland, where they were dunked by an undefeated Plebe team for their first and only loss of the current season. Close all the way, the meet was lost for the Academy when the Blue and White team was dis- qualified in the 150-yard medley relay to set Navy ahead 40 to 35. ln the following meet with the Pitt Freshmen, the finmen chalked up another triumph as they submerged the frosh by a 51 to 25 margin. On February 24, the squad swam at The Hill School, where they won 47 to 28. In doing so, they smashed four pool records by winning the 50-yard freestyle, the 100-yard backstroke, the 100- yard freestyle, and the 150-yard medley relay. Staunton next fell under the victory march of the Blue and White, as a perfect score was made impossible by the disqualification of the 200-yard freestyle relay, while in the last dual meet of the season a green Randolph-Macon team was ousted by a lopsided 66 to 9 margin. Finishing the season at the Trenton Interscholastics, the swimmers showed their colors as they marched to first place with a total of 51 points, nearest to this mark was Lawrenceville with a total of 34. Firsts were taken by Clinton in the 100-yard backstroke and the 150-yard medley, and the 200 freestyle team composed of Nick, Abbe, Schaefer, and Peirsol also took a first. Seconds were obtained in diving, 100- yard breaststroke, 150-yard individual medley, 50-yard freestyle, and in the 100-yard freestyle. 182 Swimming Junior Ba ketball arsity First How, from Left-Barnes, Kopp, Allen, Flood, Mr. Washburn, I'mhln, Hendricks H inf ll I Nm tl Seeond How-Manager G. Droz, C. Barton, Mm-efreld, Bnsok, Gump, J. Wilson, llowoll Xlann or l Hull er ROLLIN M. BARNES - - - Captain Lil-ERALD B. Dmoz, RICHARD R. WALKER Managers Mn. DAv1s A. WASHBURN - - Couch By overcoming a 20-point lead at half-time, Dickinson Frosh on their home court captured a thriller which was not decided until the final whistle and only then by a 72-71 margin. Although great offensive and defensive work was done by Smith and Spoltore, the Navy Plebes were able to sink the Plantzmen 63-58, thus handing to Mercersburg their fifth and last defeat of the season. Avenging their first defeat, the Blue and White quintet showed their improve- ment as they trounced Massanutten at the home court on February 22, 75-41. Stevens Trade again fell before Mercersburg at Lancaster, Pa., by a 73-48 count. While the next week, the team led by Zuraveleflys keen shooting tied the record for points scored by a Mercersburg team in one game as they ran over Penbrook 90-51. 1n the final two encounters Mercersburg walked away with two games by de- feating Randolph Macon 67-31 and Penn State Forestry for the second time 68-38. The V.'s are not to be overlooked. Under the supervision of Coach Davis Wzisliburn this speedy reserve team had a most successful record of six victories and one loss. The only loss was sustained before a powerful Gettysburg College 13 team, while victories were registered over Penn State Forestry, Stevens Trade, and Penbrook. This team, which was captained by Ronnie Barnes, will undoubtedly add much strength to future varsity teams. 181 First Row, from Left-Higley, Zutavleff, Douglas, Coyne, N. B. Lelloy, Ak:-. Second Row-Manager Gray, R. Thomas, I. N. Smith, Mr. Plnntz, Feigel, Duuker, Manager Harrison. N. BLAIR LEROY ---- - Captain E. BARRY HARRISON, W. ALEXANDER GRAY, Jn. Managers Mn. LEONARD A. PLANTZ - - - - Coach With three holdovers from last years varsity, three boys up from the jayvees, and six new boys, Coach Plantz and his hoopsters after a slow start were able to compile a commendable record of ten victories against five losses. Failure to organize quickly enough in the new setup cost the cagers their first tilt with ,lohnstown Center of Pitt on December 10, 73-54. On December 13, how- ever, the team ousted Penn State Forestry 68-49. Gettysburg Freshmen were the second to fall before the Blue and Wliitc. Sparked by Captain Blair LeRoy, the team scored 67 points against Gettysburgs 54. The victory was shortlived, as the feat was not duplicated the next week on the Gettys- burg eourt. Excellent shooting on the part of the Gettysburg players gave them the needed difference to win as they scored 65 points to Mercersburgs 50. Massanutten proved to be too much for the squad, which was not yet wholly organized as they captured the game 53-50. But next week an undefeated Hill team met its doom by falling before a revived, scrappy, Mercersburg outfit. With Phil Feigel playing a remarkable game and the entire team working and fighting together, the Blue and White were victorious by a 60-56 margin. In the next two games against Woodberry Forest, at Orange, Va., and Stevens Trade, at Mercersburg, the quintet picked up two easy marks for the win column by outscoring each team 66-42 and 80-44 respectively. 180 Var it Ba ketball Wre tling First Row, from I.eft4XV. Clnrke. Tnrney. R. D. Mayer. Sniulrlers, Arch, R. Johnson I NI Johnson Stackhnuse, M. Griley, Margolis, Weinschenk. Second Row-Pollingor, Valner, Barns, Spears, Sours, Mr. Kuhn, Sheridan D Andrews McGann, Brown, Niemund. Third Row4MrRoberts, G. Barton, Draper, Genter, Burnett, Danzer, R. Exnns Sites L. Miller, Pellon, Harvey, Willis iMnnag1-rl. Fourth Rowfll. Lewis, Bryan, Tobias, E. Long, B. Evans, Carl. Ilenmhiikaon Huldeman, Johnstone, Frefllnf-k, Haskell. Fifth I1owgGrine, Eiehhorn, Laughlin, H. Colberg, McDonald, Her-rsther WVehster, Loinbard. j. RICHARD Soaas - - Captain DAVID P. WILLIS, JR. - Manager Mn. FREDRICK R. KUIIN - ---- Coach Aided by two returning lettermen, Paul Pollinger and Captain Dick Soars, and two new boys who had experience, Bert lVlcGann and Larry Sheridan, Coach Kuhn molded his 1949-50 grappling squad into a powerful, much-feared aggregation, which compiled a fine record of seven victories against nine starts and a second place in the Lehigh Preparatory School lnterscholastics. In the first encounter of the year with Hanover High, the team got off to a start of winning ways by a convincing score of 29-15, as three men on each side pinned, and Mercersburg captured all decisions. Ianuary 7 the team continued in their winning pace by downing Stevens Trade 26-15, while next, on the fourteenth they eked out a close decision over the Gettysburg Frosh by an 18-14 count. Winning all but one bout, the matmen trampled Bedford High for the first time in lVlercersburg's history by a decisive 29-3 tally, to remain undefeated. Wood- berry Forest fell next to the wrestlers, 27-6, at Orange, Virginia, where the team won seven out of nine matches to continue the successful record. The first taste of defeat was suffered late in the season at the hands of a power- ful Hill School team by the close margin of 20-14. Trailing 11-3 at the conclusion of the 136-pound class, the Blue and White surged ahead by winning the 145, 155 and 165 pound classes, only to fall back after suffering losses in the 175-pound and heavy-weight classes. Seeking revenge for their defeat the previous week, the Blue and White grap- plers trounced the Franklin and Marshall Freshmen 33-3. On the Midwinter week- end the matmen claimed another victory by out pointing the West York Varsity 24-14 for their seventh and final win of the season. On the twenty-fifth of February the team journeyed to Annapolis to battle the Plebes for their final encounter of the year, only to be sunk by a count of 17-11. Finishing the season most successfully, the grapplers entered the Lehigh Pre- paratory School lnterscholastics at Bethlehem, Pa., where they placed second with a score of 25 points, winners were McCann at 145 and Sheridan at 165. 179 Cross Countr r t How. from Left--Mel'onm-ll. Allmneso. Mr. l'urrxm. Ormrod. Kruss, Second 1lowiF0lluws, Dubmun. Follett, Stephenson, Fomu-r, Penluny. AUGUSTTNE C. Omvmon h - - Captain JOHN A. GRANT AND NORMAN S. CREENBERG Managers JAMES M. CURRAN ---- Coach Led by Cus Ormrod, powerful middle-distance runner for the Academy, the Mercersburg Cross Country squad started off the 1949 season successfully to defeat the Jeannette Harriers by the close tally of 26-27 on Saturday, October 15. Traveling to Annapolis, Maryland, the next week, the Academy men were defeated at the hands of the Navy Plebes by the score of 23-27, even though Captain Ormrod of Mercersburg bettered Cooke of Navy by the scant margin of one second to cop first place and to break the Annapolis course record by 31 seconds. Of the first ten men to cross the finish line, four boys bettered the previous record, first was Ormrod of Mercersburg, then Cooke and Hoffman of Navy, and finally Albanese of Mer- cersburg. The third and last meet of the season was held at Philadelphia against the University of Pennsylvania freshmen on Friday, November 5, as the team found themselves competing with perhaps the strongest cross country aggregation of the year. Ormrod ran second to a powerful Penn man as Albanese, Pentony, and Follett finished seventh, ninth, and tenth, respectively, Mercersburg was defeated 19-39 to close the 1949 season with one victory and two losses. 178 Cheerleader Front Row, from Left-Hill, G. Greer, Bowls, R. Smith. Second Row-Kane, Mcllolnerts, Peirsol. FREDERICK W. PEIRSOL - Head Cheerleader Mn. FREDERICK R. KUHN Faculty Adviser One of the hardest things to accomplish in a school such as Mercersburg is to join boys from all parts of the country into a group which can arouse the fighting spirit of their fellow students at athletic meets. Such is the job which the cheer- leaders have accomplished with the assistance of Mr. Frederick R. Kuhn. This group, chosen from the student body by tryout under the auspices of the Varsity club, was especially successful this year in getting the cooperation of the entire student body at the various athletic events. This cooperation was gained through the addition of new cheers, which resulted in an excellent cheering spirit at football games, swimming meets, wrestling meets, basketball games, and other athletic endeavors. At the beginning of this athletic season all aspirants for the group attended a meeting at which tryouts were held to determine which boys would become cheer- leaders. Those who were chosen this year have done an admirable job both at the pep rallies which preceded every football game and at the other events of the year. By helping to organize the school into a compact cheering group the cheer- leaders performed an extremely important function of the life at the Academy. Be- cause of their tireless efforts and their willingness to sacrifice much of their time to the job which they undertake they have been able to keep the spirit of the Academy at an all-time high this year. Capable, able, and colorful are three fitting adjectives which describe the hard work carried on by this essential organization. 177 UCCCI' rst How, from Left -Mr. Steiger, Mlilltln--Kmls. 1'or4h-ro. Snyder, Vrr-ttzu-os, Wm-liter, Kyriakinlvs, Il:-Xvigrnc-. I'e-llon. llmumni. Newolnl Ikon' Lieiitenslul. L. Williams. llolwlnacll, 3 -1 1 - 4 Ii rift. Irlul, .niousf-, Slivrirlan, E. llzlmilton. Flirists-iiserl, Slilllgr-iillollpt. S, Lzllir. Third Ilow-Yeuza, Ln-rin, Rosa-lili, XVaygood, Carl. D. Lahr. H. Collar-rg, Mr-Hin-rn. Sanelivz. PANAYOTIS VRETTACIOS ---- Captain WILLIAM H. HANNLIM AND STANLEY VV. LAHR - A Managers THOMAS B. STEIGER ---- - Coach Under the leadership of Mr. Thomas B. Steiger the Varsity soccer squad of this year compiled one of the finest records ever achieved by a lXlercershurg soccer team. This enviable record of six victories and one loss Gave the team the privilege of wear- D ing the varsity MU for the first time in the Academys history. Another remarkable thing was the fact that in this team were represented nine boys from six different foreign countries-participating, in fact, in the startinv lineuo C A there were boys from four foreign countries. The captain elected was Panayotis Vrettacos, an able student from Greece. The season started with a close Zfl victory over a fairly weak Penn State For estry team, but the next game the Academy hooters showed their real strength hy overpowering Gettysburg College freshmen 3-0. A game against a very well conditioned Navy Plehes team turned out to he one of the most exciting ones of the season. At the end of the four quarters the contest was tied 1-1. But the game went on for two extra periods and finally the hlercers- hurg boys lost the heart-breaker 2-l. Next came the Massanutten contest, which was easily won 3-l. The powerful strength of the team showed itself again when the VVilliamsport high school-a famous winning team from Nlaryland-was conquered lfO. In the next game against Gettysburg Gollegefthis time against their V.'s-the Academy hooters won 32. The last game saw the Penn State Forestry team again over- come 4-O bv the accurate shooting of Nicolas Cordero, who scored all four goals. 176 Third Team Football First Row, from Left-Mr. Anxspnclwr. Pollinger, R. Hoffman. B. Ilrown, Capt. Brahmin, Ilapoport, R. Evans J. C. Anclrvws, Center. Sm-ond Row-R. Alexander, Harvey, Iiidlay, V. Camplwll, W. W. Le'-Roy, Johnstone, Allen, Lvauler, ll1ll!'l'ElX, Thompson. Third Ilnwflierrl, Kirk, Mr-rt-altoris, Lilly, Preston, Ile-rrscller, R, Adams, Biggs, Eit-lrlrorn. Fourth Rowglinorlel, J. P. NVilsou, Bryan, Byrne. JAMES W. BRAHAM - Captain DAVID L. GENTER Manager PRESTON F. AMSPACHEP, Coach Third team football, or spiders , as they are commonly called, began the 1949 season with some forty boys vieing for positions. After several days Coach Amspacher cut the team down to the best little team in the school. Although it took a long time to get organized, the third team went into battle early in the season against the Scotland School. This aggregation of Blue and White was just too much for the opponents to handle, and Mercersburg came out on top by a score of 6-O. The team traveled to Chambersburg for its second encounter, where they met the Chambersburg high school V. The game was hotly contested from beginning to end. Both teams battled fruitlessly up and down the field. Chambersburg in the second quarter broke the ice on a sleeper play and scored six points. Mercersburg came back fighting. In the end of the third quarter after a long dovvnfield drive the game became tied, Mercersburg having scored six points. The score rested here, and the game ended in a 6-6 tie. Against Gettysburg junior high school the smaller and younger boys of this already little team got to see action. The game was wide open with Mercersburg passing and Cettysburg running. With all the action, however, neither side was able to score more than six points, and the game ended in a draw. The final game of the season was against the Quincy Orphanage. The brilliant Blue and White team led by Captain lim Braham fought to a six to nothing defeat at the hands of the Orphanage. This was the hardest-played game of the year. Quincy in the second period took advantge of a fumble and scored. After this slip- up the Blue and White held their own and in the final few minutes failed at two scoring attempts. The seasonis record was that of one win, two tics, and one loss. 175 rst Row, from Le-ft-Ako, 'io-ulmuu, D. Mitt-hell, Hill, Capt. lhuusel, Ilightor, Altexuus. ll. Walker, Mr. NVuslilruru. Sr-eunil Iloiv-Ilairtley, Newton, Li-Gore. U. Greer, Flalim-ry, Mm-lntyre, lluwi-ll, Mr-Ilvuiue, Grim-, Couriul. Tliirfl llmv--T. XVil1iuuis, Cliristuer, Urirlur, Duucau, Toluiiis, Tiglie, R. Meyer, Ilnops-r. G. Droz. Fourth llow--Mellouuld, Kessler, IJ. Andrews, Tiiylor, Il. Tliomais. VVILLIAM R. DAMSEL ------ GERALD B. Dnoz, JOHN N. AKE, AND THOMAS E. VVILLIAIVIS, ln. MR. DAVIS A. WASHBURN ----- Junior Varsity Football - Captain Managers - Coach Defeating the Stevens Trade Varsity football squad by the lop-sided score of 20-O, the Mercersburg ,layvee football contingent, coached for the first time by Mr. Davis Washburn, began the 1949 season most successfully, during which, however, they suffered three defeats and gained only two victories. On Friday, October 14, a strong Bullis Prep team turned the tide and smashed all hopes for an undefeated season by compiling twelve points to the Academy's seven. Both rallies were made by Bullis in the lirst quarter, while Mercersburg hit paydirt in the second. Several times during the remainder of the game the Blue and Wliites threatened Bullis, but at no time were they able to score, even though at one time the men from Bullis were pushed back to their one-yard stripe. Time ran out for the Academy, however, and they were unable to score. Next a powerful Gettysburg College freshmen jayvee team recorded a win to down the Academy jayvee aggregation for its second loss of the season by the score of 12-0, Friday, October 21. Of the two touchdowns, both made in the second quarter, the Hrst was on a line plunge from the five-yard marker, and the fsecond was the result of a pass. To even up the score at two wins and two losses, the Iayvees rolled over the Patton Trade school to the tune of 27-6, on Thursday, October 27, but were again set back when they faced the Kiski school, Mercersburgs old rival, on Saturday, November 12. Traveling to Saltsburg, Pa. for the game, the jayvees were romped over in the first half as Kiski scored twice but made an attempt in the second half to win the game by scoring on a sustained drive from the thirty-yard line. Try as they would, however, the jayvees were not able to break through the Kislsi defense, and the 12-6 tally remained. The three and two record does compare favor- ably, however, with the previous year's three losses and one victory. 174 copped an easy victory by the score of -il-O over the freshman team. The varsity machine scored easily against the inexperienced Dickinson team. llere also the exactness of the extra-point kicker was shown when he was able to complete live of the six conver- sions. In the last home game of the season against the Massanutten lVlilitary Academy on Friday, Octo- ber 28, the gridmen won by the score of 14-7, as they hit paydirt in both the first and last quarters to discourage all attempts by Mas- Szlllutten to win the contest. Passes played an important part in the Mercersburg offense, since five out of nine attempts were com- pleted with two directly resulting in Mercersburg tallies. Next, a powerful Gettysburg College freshman team turned the tide to hand the team its second loss of the season, by the score of 19-6. Mercersburg took to the air for their only tally, but Gettysburg proved too tough for the gridmen, and their record going into the Kislti game was four wins as com- pared with two losses. ln the season's final encounter at Saltsburg on Saturday, Novem- ber 12, with Kislii, the varsity bowed to their third defeat of the season against a powerful and heavy team. Kislii romped over the varsity to the tune of 33-6, and definitely outclassed the smaller Mcrcersburg eleven. Although the team did not fare so well as last year's undefeated squad, it showed up well in the stiff competition that it faced dur- ing the season, and produced great hopes for next year. llfnrtin Gains Against lllassanuften Holding the Line Going Down After a Gain Stopping Episcopal rst Itoxv, from li-ft NI1' Kenipton, A. Mitt-ln-ll. Ilutrow, Murslnill, Capt, Mosolinu, Renfrew, Nixon, Coyne, Mr. Stronp. Sr-1-oinl How -ll, Martin, Livlitenherger, llnldeinaui. Znravletf, l'ili'1'4-r. Marlins, N. Il. L4-Roy, Piisliley, Sonrs, B. Faiilin-1-. Tliir-l lloxv .I. Marlin, T. Griley, J. l', Miller, Yoder, Spears. Bowser, Dolnler. Sehwenk, IW. Fainni-e, Ifourtli Row li, Tizilu-r, Lyneh. Dunki-r, Spoltore, Ilnntlvy. lXlARK A. MosoL1No - - - - A f Captain ciARRY P. lVlAR'1'IN AND BEN-IAIXIIN F. FAUNCE, III Managers MR. liEBERT M. KEix1P'roN -- f--ff Coach THE REV. llERBERT VV. STROUP, IR., MR. FREDERICK B. KUHN, Assistant Coaches Under the guidance of Coach H. M. Fido Kempton, the 1949 version of Mer- cershurg football recorded a record of four wins against three losses. Practice began with eight varsity players returning, many ll. V. boys, plus a host of new recruits from which Coaches Kempton, Stroup, and Kuhn formed the squad, which when brought into shape, proved to be a compact, fast-moving, but small, outfit. Tussling against Episcopal High School of Alexandria, Va., on Saturday, Octo- ber 1, for the season's opener, the Blue and White squad was held scoreless until the fourth quarter, when the team was able to rally on the end of a seventyffive yard drive to set the score at 7-0. The game was highlighted hy a Mercersburg play in which five successive laterals were used in one play to net twenty-five yards of the touchdown drive. Playing VVoodberry liorest in the first home game of the season on October 15, the opponents were definitely outclassed as the gridmen ran up a 26-6 score, all scores resulting from running plays of the doubleewing formation. Against the Hill School the varsity eleven suffered its first defeat of the season when llill scored 24 points as opposed to the Academys l4. Mercersburg scored the first tally early in the game, but Hill retaliated by scoring three touchdowns and a fourteen yard field goal. Not giving up, the Blue and White boys scored one more touchdown in the closing minutes of the game to give them their final score. Journeying to Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa., on October 21, the squad 172 Varsity Football ar hal oi the Field B l . N. B. Iitlim Ormrod lulirlmeli First Row, from Left4Sliugars, Hannum, Engh, Pallinger. W. Butt-fs, rn iam Sr-4-oml Row-Lynch, lloone, I'ei1'Sol, Copper. Marius, Musoliiio, Soairs, II N Third Row--Merritt, Abbe, lvh-Ilulwrts, I, N. Smith, Duttus. Lmigliainimi hast Fourth Iil7XVfNIl'l't'Hl0l'lS, Mtirsliall, llc-ufrcw, Il. Thonms. OFFICERS WALTER I. BATES Head Marshal MR. ROBERT R. BLACK - Faculty Adviser There will be a meeting of the Marshals of the Field immediately after this meal in the Assembly hall. Responding to this announcement heard so often are a group of about 25 boys who comprise the highly respected organization called the Marshals of the Field. The major purpose of this organization, which is sponsored by the Varsity club and under the direction of Mr. Robert Black, is to sec that spec- tators at athletic contests receive every courtesy and accommodation possible. They serve also to assist in minor undertakings and it takes every Marshal on the job every minute to make sure that the task is done right. Besides assistance at various sports events, this organization helps out at other functions of the school, such as pep rallies. The Marshals played an important part this year at the laying of the datestone of Irvine hall. They also made a fine impression when they marched with the band to form a hlercersburg Academy group in the Halloween parade. The Marshal is easily identihed at any athletic contest by his white sweater, and blue armband. He is easily noticed for his neatness, COLl1'tCSy, and his Willingness to be helpful in need. Making visitors comfortable and welcome at any athletic contest is important, and this in particular is what the Marshals strive to do as repre- sentatives of the Mercersburg Academy. 171 Varsity Club First Row, from Leftfltenfrew, Marshall, Mr. Plaxntz, N. I5. Lelloy, Ornirorl. Second Huw---Nixon, Sears, Masolino, Daniel, Abbe, Yrettauns. The Varsity ciuh, composed of all varsity lettermen, was formed three years ago to promote a strong interest in the sports of the Academy. The duties of this oute standing group include supervision of the pepfrallies, ushering at the athletic contests, and welcoming visiting teams to IXIercershurg. To do these johs, the Cheerleaders and hlarshals of the Field were organized, and they are sponsored hy the Varsity cluh, although their mcmhers are not necessarily cluh memhers. One of the cluh's most important contrihutions is the award of a trophy for the most outstanding athlete. This trophy is awarded in the spring. This year for the first time soccer was recognized as a varsity sport at thc Academy through the recom- mcndation of the Varsity cluh. OFFICERS SAMUEL C. MAnsuALI., JR. - f f - President ROBERT T. RENFREW, -ln. Vice President N. Braun LEROY - - - Secretary GOVERNING COUNCIL IXIARK A. IVIOSOLINO ---f- Football KENNETH P. ABBE - Swimming I. IRICIIARD SoARs - Wrestlirrg N. BLAIR LEROY - Basketball AUCUSTINE C. Oruymon Track IDONALD L. NIKON - Baseball BAn'1'oN II. IDANIEL Tennis PANAYo'r1s VRETTACUS Soccer 170 Reading Clnckwiscz Anxious Moments Cronstedfs Gymnastics PlmtoH11ish? jump Ball! H55 Alnwst Pinned A Perfect Sturt ' F ? ' x A N S A Q X N mx-7 , K' 4 . K 5 ,J 5 The Choir First How, from Iieftffllrlurotl, B. Il, Aiuh-rson, Ifilr-li, Turuvy, Mvllraiiu-. Mr. IIIIIIIVT, Higlttt-1 I I IU 1 tu ur S. K, Robinson, Allenuts. Second Row -Biggs, Underwood, Koss, II. XVa1ker, Ii. M, Johnson, .I. I, Ilnltison. Strinulitn Dm li. E. Lewis, Eugrli. Third How-fSki1uter, Nevin. .I, Hates, Shuunrs, Mvllolmrts. Nisslt-y, XV. J I i uns Greenhzuun. Prickett. Evt-rt-it. Vltristiir-1', Fourth How-I,aug:1iamer, Wilde, SIIIUIINU. Kline. We-isst-rt, Iiaiusclt Fifth Iluwfllaas. .I. C. Spf-er, Allvre-4-lit. OFFICERS JOHN R. HAAS - - - - President HUGH G. NEVIN, ja. Vice President DON C. SKINNER - - Y Crueifer IXLAN ClHRlSTNER, JR. - - - Flzzgbearer JOHN D. BATES, DoN C. SKINNER - - Lilzmrians MR. GEORGE F. HAMER, IH. - - - Clzoirnmsier and Orgtnzist Strikingly impressive to the student and visitor at hlercersburg Academy is the picturesque gothic chapel, and equally stimulating is the dignified and inspiring service. The ceremony is begun with a well-chosen hymn, sung by the school and the Choir, in procession, which is preceded by the crucifer as it moves from the narthex to the chancel. The second group, lcd by the Hagfbearer and followed by the guest minister, lleadmaster, and assisting faculty, makes a lasting impression on both student and visitor alike. During the offertory, anthems, both ancient and modern, are sung by the Choir, greatly enriching the mood of worship always pres- ent within this beautiful building. The service ends with the Choir recessional anal the singing of a hymn by the entire assemblage. As the voices of the congregation grow faint and linally die out, the Choir sings the last verse alone, and both student and guest leave the Chapel with a reverent spirit, the Choir having made a large contribution to the days spiritual life. Each year with the approach of the Christmas holidays, the Choir plays an iinf portant part in the Candlelight service of the Academy, which is one of the most in- spiring and beautiful ceremonies held in the Chapel. The fine work of the Choir is only possible because of the good taste and patient guidance and direction of the organist and choirmastcr, hir. Ceorge F. Hamer, jr. Under his supervision re- hearsals are held every Thursday evening and Sunday morning at the Chapel in preparation for the coming Sunday service. Aside from the regular and special services, the Choir enriches lX'lusical Mercersf burgn with its participation in the annual spring concerts. Penn Hall is also treated to the enjoyment of this organization by a similar performance held there. 167 Blue and st Row, from Left--Ritter. J. ID, Smith, We-isserf, lt. H1-ml, l'ri4-ka-tt. Second 1tow4Fitm-li, J. B. Andrews, ltohrbzu-li, Gvrlmrt, lireuiileaf, B. Smith, Die-trim-li. Third Howe-Mr. Ready, lirvimg, li. Amie-1'sun, Nevin. XNILLIAM C. DIETRICH Student Director Appearing on the Mercersburg scene in the year 1924, the Blue and White Melodians have since that time given great service to the social side of Academy life. The name Blue and Whites was adopted in 1925. Thus for a quarter of a century by playing at many school functions Mercersburgs own name band has been an essential part of the lighter aspects of the school. The lVlelodians present to the student body the benefit of their rhythm at several dances during the year, and they perform on Monday evenings in the winter term during the dinner hour. In early November Mr. Henry Ready, Music department head, gathers together some of the better musicians of the school in order to form the foundation of the band. The excellence of this group is the result of long and careful rehearsals held twice a week. Throughout the year the Melodians, whose president is Williain Dietrich, produced just what everyone prefersfsoft, sweet music, dixieland jazz, and even progressive be-bopf' The modern musical appreciation of Mercersburg is greatly added to by the Blue and Whites, and the school can certainly be proud of the boys' efforts in pro- viding their listeners with music which is greatly appreciated by all. 166 White Melodian The llctet First How, from IiY'fffEYI'!'4'tf. II. Walkt-1' Mr, Really, Nevin, XV. J. Evans Ss-eoml lion' flluas, Snioiise, Ulinion, Speer. -Io11N R. Hims Student Director Witli songs varying from barberhshop-quartet types to spirituals, Mercersburg's Octet is always on hand to sing. Otherwise referred to as the Eight Sharps, the boys in this organization have been selected for this honor because of their outstanding vocal ability. Each year during the fall session, Mr. Henry Ready, musical director at Mer- cersburg, holds numerous try-ours in order to determine the roster of this group. By practicing with patient diligence, the members of the Octet then begin to prepare For the combined concerts given in the spring term. The Octct's performance is al- ways looked forward to by many who enjoy the line quality ol' its singing, for both beautiful and humorous numbers are included in its repertoire. Although this years group was formed later than usual, the Double Quartet, as it was called here many years ago, can ordinarily he heard harmonizing at the annual Christmas dinner or on other informal occasions. The major appearance of the Octei, however, occurs in the spring term when they participate with the other musical organizations ol' lNlercersburg in presenting a series of concerts given both locally and away. At the traditional step songs held in front of Main Hall the members ol' the Octet once again blend their voices to the great pleasure of their listeners. Much credit is clue to this organization For not only helping to establish a more complete Musical hlercersburg but for creating many memorable moments. 165 Band First R in from Ieft-fRi1tf-r, Nevin, Denio. Kidd, Underwood. Skim-er, XV. Evans, L. M. Johnson. f'ulamlr:i. :ond x tliiniiie, Dietrich, lt, Heed. Kessler, Weissert. J. Il. Smith. Dnhinan. Mr. Iil'IltlX. nrd Rim iney, Mvfiive-rn, V. Uaiiiinlu-ll, H. Il. Ain!!-rsoii, Crt-1-iilr-af, Flainnery. lfitvli, linnlop. nrth Ilowfflerhart, Harver, Novi, Rainssli-ll. Kaiss. Dr, 'l'ippr-tts. Fifth RowfI's-ek, B, Smith, Mori-field. llohrhuch, J, B. Ainlrvxvs. OFFICERS XfV1LLlAM C. IJIETRICH - - - - President B. Roimizv ANDensoN, Jn. - Vice President IJUGII G. NEVIN, ja. Y - Lilorarimi Mn. IIENHY Rmnv - Director An integral part of Musical lXlercershurg and one of the largest organizations contributing to this field is the Concert Band. The year 1894 marked the formation of this group, then called thc Orchestra, and its lirst main activity was playing music hetwcen the acts of the play, Alice and Bleu, which was given that year. The orchestra soon expanded, hegan to furnish music for many of the informal activities, including lectures, and played once or twice a week in the dining hall. This group, therefore, might he said to he the forerunner of hoth the Concert Band and the Blue and Wliite hlelodians. The activities of the present organization are purely those of a concert hand, with annual performances in the spring hotli locally and away. Tryfouts are held in the late fall hy hir. Henry Ready, adviser to this group of 34 boys. The band, whose president is Williani Dietrich, has a practice period almost every Friday evening. The music represents a variety of selections, and with the exception of the French horns, the instrumentation is complete. Excerpts from the opera Carmen, An Anzeriemi Rhapsody hy Newell Long, Tschaikowsliyis Mnreli Simi, Morton Could's Pnvmzne, and numbers from current Broadway musicals, inf cluding numerous popular marches, comprised the spring program. Concerts are given hoth at the Academy, in cooperation with the other musical organizations of the school, and at Chamlnershurg, where Penn Hall is entertained, hesides a program performed in enjoyment for friends of the hlercershurg Academy as well as the student body. For this and other activities, such as playing at the step songs, the Band is to he highly commended and praised. 164 Concert Glee Club First Row, from L9ff?S8llt'llPZ, Goodyear. Hifllay. Doney, Tnrney, Culver, Mc! turn Snnrsl Secolnl How-Strite, J. I-'. Miller, Coyne. Snmnsv. Mr. Ile-ally. SlllSllllIj', Gross. Hill II xvli er Third IlowfCarl. Nixon, YV, W. Lellny, Il. Anwlvrson. Eneh. Biggs, l-'r-llmvs, Nm-wtun, 1-shunt L J 'lim' Fourth Ilowf-Il. E. Lewis, Mast. Be-lforll, Murray, .I. Ilatrs, Ilainsllell. Savory, S. Ihillips BBIll1'!l'lll l-'ifth Howfliall, L. NVilli:uns, Grant, L. M. J0llllSlfll, Nissley, Clinton, Hon ell, Iung.,lnunmer Sixth Row--Mcliuberts, Mcllonald, Pashlry, Everett. Linkins, Filflflll, Barn tt Seventh Rowe-Strivkler. Speer, Payne, J. lVilson, Kline, Haas Eighth Row fxvilllfx, YV. Unlluerg, Svlxeihler. OFFICERS HERVEY R. Sivrousiz - - - President ROHN A. ENGH - V - Vice President GEORGE W. Fizrrows, jorm P.. HAAS - Librarians MR. HENRY READX' - - Director Being organized in the initial years of Mercersburg by Dr. Willizaln Mann Irvin f,', the founder of the Academy, the Glee Club is certainly one of the oldest, and among the most popular, musical organizations available for student participation. The groups singing under the direction of lVlr. Henry Ready, offers many enjoyable moments to students, faculty, and visitors alike at the annual spring concerts, which are presented both at the Academy and at Penn Hall in Chambersburg, including a program given in the local high school. Two practice periods a week, besides a keen interest on the part of the Glee club members, provide the means for the group to attain a type of musical perfection and quality which makes the selections greatly entertaining to its audiences. The program this year included a variety of numbers relating to mankind and freedom in addition to many old folk songs. Some of those presented this spring were a famous Ringwald arrangement of The Battle Hymn of the Republic , Roger Young and a musical piece called Freedom by Bordin and the folk songs I Wont Kiss Kate, My Bonnie Lass, She Smileth, Vale of Tuonin by Sibelius, and finally Hlugo-Slavu. As with its other musical organizations, Mercersburg is proud of the Glee Club, and many congratulations are due to the group for the diligence both the boys and Mr. Ready displayed in the preparation and presentation of their programs. 163 Band llrst Pow from left Yevin, Dietrich, Goodyear, Everett, Peck, R. Anderson, Tnrney, Cllumpe, Mr. Km-mly. Sorond low liteh, Gi-rlmrt, J. B. Andrews, B. Smith, Morefield, D. Reed, Garver, Durfan. Third RoniCnlandrn, J, D. Smith, Dunlop, Ramsdell, Govi, Greenleaf, Hnnsuh. l'l'UGH G. NEVIN ---'--- Drum Major The Football Band, organized in 1928, is an organization deserving much recog- nition for its active part in the life of the fall term of the school year. Their good turn-out, precision, and skill in playing and marching, under the capable directorship of Mr. Henry Ready, to whom much of the credit is due, added color and additional spirit to the football games. Each year the spirit of the football games and pep rallies is spurred by the music of the Football Band. At the beginning of the year lVlr. Ready calls together all the eligible candidates and forms the well-known group. Only through hard work and many toilsome hours are they able to perform with such exact precision. Their clever and spry drills, as well as their line music, at the football games drew loud approval from visitors and student body. This year many fine and well- known personalities performed with the band, including that well-known Mercers- burg gymnast Jean Cronstedt. Each year the band travels along with the football team on one of its trips. This year the musical marchers journeyed to Kiski Novem- ber l2 for the purpose of stirring up a little spirit for that ever hard-fighting football team. They participated in the annual Halloween parade in the borough of Mer- cersburg. Headed by the drum major proudly strutting in front of the aggregation, the band smartly clad in blue sweaters and white trousers added much color to the event. The Band can be found boosting the spirit of a team after losing a tough game. Yes, all honors to the backbone of our school spirit-the Football Band! 162 Football Assembly tlrche tra First Row, from Left4Mr, Ready, Greenleaf, Fitch, Guvi. Mr. Bureham Second Row-Cliampe, llollrlvar-ll, Gr-rlnwt, Dletril-li. XVILLIAM C. Dimiucn Student Director The Assembly Orchestra had its beginning as a musical organization called the Chapel Quartet , which supplied the accompaniment to the singing during the religious exercises held in Qld Main Hall before the construction of the Chapel. Upon thc dedication of this building, which was used for some years only for Sunday services, and the innovation of an organ this group still continued to furnish music when the Annex was used for a daily chapel service. Today its duties are those of a regular Assembly orchestra, providing music for the meetings which occur on every Monday, VVednesday, and Friday. At the ringing of the ten o'clock bell on these days, the entire school gathers in the Assembly hall, where important announcements are made. Here we notice a very valuable musical organization of the Mercersburg Academy-the Assembly Orchestra-doing its part. ln the beginning of each year Mr. Henry Ready forms this group of talented persons, who accompany the school in its singing during these weekday meetings. We could not, however, in our praise of the Assembly Orchestra, neglect the important work of Mr. Lucian Bareham, who for many years has led and encouraged group singing at the Academy both during these gatherings and at the pep rallies. On a typical day Mr. Bareham mounts the platform and suggests a song, for example Old lVlercersburg , Mr. Ready at the piano begins with the introduction immediately followed by the orchestra and the singing of the student body. When the session is brought to an end, the student body marches out of the hall to the music provided by this small, yet eHicient, body of trumpets and trombones. Thus we see how this organization has contributed to Musical lVlercersburg ever since it first started playing years ago. 161 Mu ical Mercer burg Over Hfty years of music at Mercersburgl Yes, it is with great pride that we look back through this last half-century of school history, observing there that traditional spirit of a Musical Mercersburg which has been present ever since the schools found ing in 1893 by Dr. William Mann Irvine. The Glee Club, Mandolin, Banjo, and Violin Clubs comprised the field of music open to boys at the Academy in 1900. Opportunities along this line today offer a student the chance not only to broaden his knowledge of the subject but also to receive a great satisfaction by taking part in a musical presentation. The great prog- ress in that Field over the years has primarily been as a result of hard work by its fac- ulty advisers and a sincere interest on the part of the student body, including every- one concerned with Mercersburg. Now under the direction of Mr. Henry Ready and Mr. George F. Hamer, music continues to occupy an important role in the years activities. Each year numerous try-outs are held in order to determine those boys who should be included in the membership of the various musical organizations. Conscientious practice both in groups and separately, together with instruction by their faculty advisers, enables the boys to prepare adequately for the presentations given through- out the school year. These include playing at dances by the Blue and White Mc- lodians, our own orchestra, the singing of the Choir during the daily services, annual spring concerts presented by combined musical organizations, and many other ac- tivities too numerous to mention. To learn more about this important part of the extra-curricular opportunities available at Mercersburg read further where a discus' sion is devoted to each group. 160 Hcadivzg Cloclcwisv: Mr. Ealacn Gives za Lesson Drummcrboy Turncy Glcc Club Rehearsal Band nn Parade Assembly Orclwstra Stops Songs f 4fffS2'!?1'ff 'f?3 9 E SQA? mfg 415555: .Q 'mrgbf Tv . , if Op-9 1 Vp 'Q fl if' hu X gf .,,1-giiijnsx -I Q xmwsm ' 5:5117 .s VN., ima' ,Q ' PA . Q, K 1-M . Iv 'ee--rs Q -Mes: MUSIC -?f1lWK'52x viii? NQZW Q f . 5 . J MRF' Other Publications THE MERCERSBURC ACADEMY CALENDAR The Mercersburg Academy Calendar was started to aid in the building of the Academy Chapel and first made possible the Ralph Talbot memorial window in that building. This project is well supported by the students because of the calendars beauty and the purpose for which its profits are used. The calendar is published each year under the supervision of Mr. David F. Chapman and is distributed to those who subscribe to it shortly before Christmas vacation. As the Chapel has now been com- pleted, the profits from this calendar are put into an art fund which provides for portraits of those who helped to make Mercersburg what it is now. Therefore each boy who has subscribed to this beautiful calendar in previous years should feel that he has aided in the enriching of the tradition of his Alma Mater-Mercersburg Academy. THE ALUMNI QUARTERLY The Alumni Quarterly is a publication by which the school is able to keep in contact with the alumni of the Academy. It is published four times a year under the direction of Mr. Daniel Heefner, the Alumni Secretary. Accounts of important events at Mercersburg and achievements of the alumni are published in this magazine. Old Mercersburg boys look forward to receiving the Quarterly, which is sent to all of them. CATALOGUE AND VIEVV BOOK Mr. James C. Miller, Registrar, annually edits the Catalogue and View Book of the Mercersburg Academy which are sent to the future prospects of the Academy in order to inform them of the school's activities, curriculum, and aims in a clear and concise manner. . Q.T., Y. M. C. A. HANDBOOK In the opening days of each fall term, every student receives a Y. M. C. A. handbook, or New Boys' Bible as it is frequently called. Edited by Mr. Daniel Heefner and the Rev. Herbert W. Stroup, Ir., this book contains school songs, cheers, brief resumes of school organizations, and accounts of campus buildings, plus a cou- densed history of Mercersburg. This book is carefully examined by all boys, for it supplies them with a ready reference to all phases of Academy life. 157 N1-ated, from Left ffSh'ai:alian. Mr. Smilli. Vlaaii-r. Slllllllillilflflljlll, Trulnp, W. Valli:-ru. Skinner. OFFICERS Bimiwiann P. STRANAIIAN - - - f Editor-in-Clzie XVILSON F. Couaiznrz - Business Murmger As an outlet for students of' unusual ability in the field of literature, the Merccrs hurg Academy offers the Lit , a magazine which is published six times throughout the school year. This publication of' noteworthy praise is sponsored by the head ol' the ljnglish department, Mr. Harry F. Smith, and has the reputation at Mercersburg for being a fine magazine. The literature used in this magazine consists both of' prose and poetry and is written hy the students. The Lit has an accomplished staff under this year's Editorfin-Chief, Brainerd Stranahan. As in years gone hy, the Mercersburg Academy has had a praisewortliy Lit hecause of the great amount of' work which the boys and hir. Smith have put into it. Although the articles used in this magazine are written entirely hy the students, there still remains a great amount of work to be done hy hir. Smith and the stall. After the material has been submitted, it is carefully read and checked so that only the finest compositions are published. llaving been chosen, the articles are edited hy Mr. Smith to rid them of possible minor errors. Next comes the task of arranging the issue to prepare it for the printers. The finished product after printing is then distributed to each boy in the school and any parent who wishes to subscribe. Al' though hard work was necessary on the part of the boys, this year the Lit set a higii standard of achievement for publications at the hfercershurg Academy in the mid- century. 156 The Lit The Mercersburg News FREDERICK H. Bowls - BRAINERD P. STRANAHAN RICHARD L. THORNBURCH JAMES W. BRAHAM ROLLIN C. BARNES JOEL A. LICHTENSTUL MORTON R. DUBMAN BARTON H. DANIEL WILLIAM H. HANNUM EDWARD H. SCHEIBLER C. SAMUEL TRUMP STAFF RICHARD E. SLAUGENHOUPT, IR. ROBERT B. RAMSDELL, IR. WILLIAM R. HAWKINS MR. BRYAN BARKER - MR. ROBERT R. BLACK - Charles V. Allen B. Rodney Anderson, Ir. Martin A. Arch Paul N. Barna, jr. David H. Barnett Cyrus Barton, Ir. Iohn D. Bates Louis C. Calliker, Ill W. Alexander Cray, Ir. Norman Levin Rohn A. Engh REPORTERS 1. Thomas Bryan, Ir. Bruce D. Evans Roger C. Evans Edmund H. Kase, Ill BUSINESS ASSOCIATES Clarence V. Lee, jr. Clarence C. Mercatoris Robert L. Lewis Robert B. Ramsdell, Ir. PHOTOGRAPHERS I. Ira Laird, lr. CARTOONISTS 1 55 - Editor-in-Chief Associate Editor Senior Sports Editor Associate Sports Editors - Proof Editors - Feature Editors - Business Manager Circulation Manager - Exchange Editor - Editorial Adviser - Business Adviser N. Blair LeRoy Walter A. Reese, jr. Hayes M. Walker, Ir. John M. Webb Donald L. Young joseph M. Salsbury, jr. Carl S. Tschantre I. Richard Ward Thomas E. Weaver Craig B. Miller Don C. Skinner The News st 1 Int! Salsluiry, Barn:-tt, Trump, Strannlian. liowis, 'l'lmrnIuirg:li, Livlitenstnl, Braliain. Ilainsili-ll. rin 1 ptnter, Itliiuli. Slaiiiui-iilioiilnt, Lee, lk, Evans. Ari-li. 'l', XVi-avi-r, Lairil. Warnl. Ilarna. rd my f-Gray, lI.Amli-rson. llannnm, tlallilu-r. Nt-viusi-r, IS. Li-llcy. 'Psi-li:i11ti'i-. ouitli Ron-J. Bates, lt, L. Lewis, Hawkins, XVehb, Kass-. Skinner. H. Walks-r. Li-yin. 1-'iftli Raw-Dnlinnui, Sclieilrler, ll. Burton, l'. H. Miller, Another aid to the students in the Iield of writing and expressing themselves clearly is one of the schools most important publications, the weekly Mercersburg News. Throughout the year the News offers a lasting record of Mereersburg life in all its phases. The paper goes to press on Friday morning at the Mercersburg ,lournal after the copy has been approved by the faculty adviser to the editorial board, hir. Bryan Barker and the Editorfin-Chief, Frederick Bowis. This approval is preceded by the work of the capable staff. On Thursday of each week assignments are given out to the re- porters, who turn in their articles on Sunday evening to the Editor-in-Chief and hir. Barker. Tuesday finds the entire staff proofreading in the News room . Then the job of arranging the current issue begins. Through the untiring effort of the staff, a very fine paper is produced in an amazingly short time. That the News is an ex- ceptional paper, is shown by the fact that it has been awarded the All-America prize by the National Scholastic Press Association of the University of Minnesota for seven successive years and the Medalist or highest possible rating by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for eleven years in succession. Also much credit is due to the fine work done by the photographers and cartoonists, who play an important part in the production of this paper. As soon as the large number of copies are printed, the paper is turned over to the Business board and its faculty adviser, hir. Robert R. Black, who then begin the weekly job of folding, addressing, and mailing of the paper to all parts of the United States and many foreign countries. hlany copies of the News are sent to parents, friends, and alumni of the Academy. The paper is then distributed among the students and faculty of the school. The boys of the h'lereersburg Academy are proud of their paper and grateful to its staff for their fine work. This year the hlercersburg News was composed of forty- two boys who gave a great deal of their time to make another successful year for the News and for the hlercersburg Academy. 154 Mercer burg The Press Club Fir.-t liow, from Left l':trpr-trtrr, Vollinarer, Vlastr-t'. S--ht-ilrh-r. Vonrtttltos, .Kula I I :min on I Sm-oml ltow II. Uollwet-e. ll. Phillips, l'4-4-lc. t', lhu-ton. lbttITns. Wt ash-1 t lo OITICITRS EDWARD ll. SCllElBl.l21't lJANlI-ll. S. clLAS'I'llll Alll. Rontem' Ps. BLAQK - - Faculty ixlll. P. LAMAR Cll.ARK - .flssisrant Faculty hlll. nl. llotslait lJALlNllilR Assistant Faculty News ol' student accomplishments here at lXlercershurg which appear in - - President l 'ice President Adviser Adviser Adviser home town newspapers is made possible through the incessant worlx of the Press eluh. With hlr. Rohert ll. lllaclt as facultv adviser, this organization has long had the responsi- hilitv ol' sending accounts of athletic activities, dehates, or any other school occurrences ol, importance to various local and metropolitan newspapers. Also this group sends l to the national wire services all general news releases that concern the entire 'llhese releases issued hv teletvpe are then availahlc to papers desiring them. school. hleeting in the News rootn the seventeen menthers, who give their services to this noteworthy cluh, are each assigned one afternoon a wcelt to prepare articles which are sent to dil'l'erent newspapers throughout the country. Several memhers of the Press eluh are alwavs present at football, hasehall, traclt, swimming, or any other sport CUHICSIS lil l'ClXll'l fllCSC CX CDIS. SlOl'lL'S HFC tllCl1 SCDI luv NVll'L' lil Y1ll'lOLlS IXIIJCYS. hlessrs. lf. Lamar Clarlt and Roger Palmer carrv out their duties as assistant advisers, while the president is Edward ll. Scheihler. Some l,500 to 2,000 letters were sent out hy the Press club in the past year, thus enabling the names ol' hlercers- hurg's honors and school activities to appear in the American press. 158 st om Ieftfli. Falun-r-, Dulnnan, l'o1linp.:f-r, S1-lu-ihler, Gross, Imliln-, I-In::li, Farr, t':ui'1wiite-i'. tonal xx I U. Ainlrs-ws. ll. lv!lllii'l , Barnett, Strii-kler, Ding, Uulver, Arvli. lloluinsnii. Slniigoiilioilpt. II. Uollwru. llinnl Row--J. Ihiti-N, Ilerrsi-hei', Dorfaii, Lairnl, Dlirsi-liingrvr. 'l'!ioiiipson, ll. U. Evans. Levin, Kr-ssni-r. lonrlli llmx'--We-liste-i', C. Il. Miller, Lainlizleh, Tliit-blot, 'I'ruml1. Gullikvr, Beall, Harrison. Fifth llow-NV:llslie, Diltfus, Hzlwkius. l'em'l:. OFFICERS STEPHEN C. Gnoss - - - Editor-in-Chief EDWARD H. SCHEIBLER - Associate Editor ROBERT D. DAHLE - A Business Manager Roms: A. ENGH - - A Arr Editor Mn. ROBERT R. BLACK Faculty Adviser Mix. Luci.-iN C. BAREHAR1 - Art Adviser The Mercersburg Academy offers to its students one of the most varied and inf teresting lields of writing. The publications of the Academy help to create an interest in writing prose and even poetry. They give the writer the satisfaction of doing something both original and constructive, and an opportunity to serve the Academy. One of the schools most important publications is the KARUX. The KARUX, lX'lercersburg's oldest existing publication, is a pictorial review of the events of the school year. Every fall finds Mr. Robert R. Black, faculty adviser to the Kimux board, sending out a call for all old members of the staff, and for candidates to liil vacancies left by students who have been graduated the previous year. The entire staff has a weekly meeting on Saturday morning after Chapel in the HKARUX room. llere, at these meetings, business is settled, ideas are submitted for the layout of the book, and the staff is assigned jobs to do during the week. ln the afternoon during the week, many boys are found working in the HKARUX room . Advertisements are solicited by the boys. This gives them a chance to learn to write formal business letters. Picture layouts for various sections of the book are developed and articles are written. To obtain a position on the KARUX board requires a lot of work on the part of the candidate, thus giving him valuable publications experience. The KARUX is one of the finest preparatory school yearbooks in the country. For the past 12 years it has won the medalist or highest possible rating IO times and first place twice in Columbia Scholastic Press Association contests. The KARUX has always been thoroughly read by the students, and it is cherished by the graduating class. Many school memories are relived simply by looking through the Kimux. 152 The Karux Heading KjlOL'kll'iSL'I Editing Alumni QllllI'ICl'iy Press Club Ccwuiuigc Planning the News Preparing Kfxnux Ckipy Business Board Fnlfls I' News lIC2lLiS Cimiiicr QIPCFS PUBLICATIONS XX 1 1 A 6 1 X . Z x 6.1 K L1 151 'ff T: I i. .I I , VXA: figs :S TQ L-. ' - A ch Nr H, 1 John Marshall ociet William T. Hungiville Charles E. Hunt R. Douglas Huntley L. Morris Johnson George Johnstone, Ill Stephen E. Katz John H. Kerr Lee Kinberg James S. Kirk, Jr. Donald C. Knodel Zachary C. Kyriakides Eustis Lancaster, HI Joshua W. Langhammu Lawrence Lattomus Donald G. Laubach, Jr. H. William LeGore, Jr. John S. Lemke, Jr. David R. Lenington N. Blair LeRoy William W. LeRoy Walt N. Lichtenberger Richard L. Linkins Hilary Lipsitz Albert V. S. Lynch Sam C. Marshall, Jr. Garry P. Martin Joseph H. Martin Robert E. Martin Robert D Mast Robert T. Mayer Austin V. McClain, John E. McDonald T. Bert McCann C. Bruce McGranahan John Mcllvaine, Jr. Victor B. Mclntyre Demas L. McVay, Jr. Clarence G. Mercatoris, John lVlerritt David C. Meyers, Jr. George H. Miley, Il Donald C. Miller James M. Miller Abner P. Mitchell, Jr. David Mitchell James I. Moraitis John A. Morelield, Jr. Robert M. Morison Jan Munthe-Kaas C. Norman Murray John S. Nicholson Arno P. Niemand, Jr. Donald L. Nixon Robert T. O'Neill Augustine C. Ormrod Gilbert R. Palm W. James Pashley, Jr. John F. Peck, Jr. Frederick W. Peirsol Leopoldo Pellon Thomas Pentony Francis Pogan Paul G. Pollinger Josiah B. Pritchard Joseph L. Puddu Gerald N. Rapoport Donald D. Reed, Jr. Robert T. Renfrew, Jr. Thomas H. Reynolds, II Stephen I. Richman Paul M. Ritter Joseph M. Salsbury, Jr. Alan P. Savory John P. Schaefer Charles E. Schwenk Roger N. Sexauer 149 Robert B. Shafto Lawrence D. Sheridan Vvilliam B. Shugars, Ill Isaac N. Smith, Jr. Hervey R. Smouse J. Richard Soars Alexander W. Spears, Jr. James C. Speer Donald Spoltore Edward V. Stephenson Jay H. Strickler John M. Strite James A. Sutton Robert Thomas Thomas L. Thomas William A. Thompson, Ill James E. Tobias Carl S. Tschantre William A. Underwood, Ill Panayotis Vrettacos Osborne F. Wachter, Hayes M. YValker, Jr. Richard N. Walton Charles M. Waygood. Thomas E. Weaver, Jr. David S. Weinberg Robert K. Weir Robert C. Weissert lVlilo R. White, Jr. John W. Wilde Leon I. Williams, Jr. John P. Wilson Richard VV. Wilson Thomas G. Wright, Rodrigo Ycaza, Jr. D. Lee Yoder, Jr. Donald L. Young Philip Zuravleff John Marshall ociet Kenneth P. Abbe j. David Adams Robert L. Adams .loseph A. Albanese, Ir. John H. Albrecht Patil M. Alexander Richard E. Alexander L. Reed Altemus, Ir. H. Elliott American, lr. H. Brockman Anderson, John B. Andrews Martin A. Arch Albert E. Bachman Burdette E. Baker Homer E. Baker Donald F. Barnd Rollin M. Barnes Cyrus Barton, Jr. E. Grant Barton Shane B. Belford Robert W. Biggs, jr. William H. H. Bollinan Frederick H. Bowis james W. Braham L. Thomas Byran, Ir. Henry A. Burhans, jr. Max D. Burleson, lr. Richard C. Busek Robert C. Byrne Lester E. Cagle, lr. H. Boyd Cameron William E. Carlson Peter W. Carpenter VVilliam R. Chapman Charles T. Clark Daniel S. Claster William T. Clinton William H. Clutz Wilson F. Colberg Nicolas F. Cordero W. Carroll Coyne -lean L. Cronstedt Thomas Cropper Robert VV. Culver Robert D. Dahlc William R. Damscl Barton H. Daniel Joseph H. Danzer E. Wilbur Day, IH Alfred E. Denio, Jr. William C. Dietrich Donald Dolder B. Reed Donnelly Fred E. Douglas Gerald B. Droz Robert F. Droz Morton R. Dubman Robert A. Duncan William K. Dunker Rohn A. Engh Luther M. Ertel Roger C. Evans William Evans Dan G. Everett Thomas P. Fagan Benjamin F. Faunce, III F. Ferree Faunce Philip S. Feigel Ralph M. Feldman, jr George W. Fellows George W. Feltyberger, jr Philip K. Fernee Victor B. Fisher Donald Fitch Charles F. Flannery Paul S. Fleming D. Gordan Follett, jr. Frederick I. Fox, lr. 148 Richard R. Frisbie Louis G. Galliker, lll R. Rodney Garver, jr. David L. Center John M. Gerrish Thomas R. Gillogly Earl M. Glotfelty Frederick M. Goldberg Sheldon C. Goldsmith Joseph R. Govi Leonard S. Gradowski john A. Grant Gary F. Greer William G. Greer, jr. Il. Samuel Gregory Michael A. Griley Theodore D. Griley Robert Grine Stephen C. Gross Herbert UI. Gump .lohn R. Haas Howard W. Hall, jr. N. Peter Hamilton VVilliam H. Hannum Norman C. Hartman Lawrence R. Hartung William Harvey Bruce A. Hausch William R. Hawkins Frederick C. Heinz, -Ir. VVilliam C. Hendricks, Ii Donald E. Hendrickson VValter Herrscher Sterling F. Higlcy G. Kay Hill Richard L. Hoffman john M. Hogg H. Robins Hollyday, ji Robert P. Hooper John Marshall ociet First Row, from LeftgOrrnrod, Renfrew, Nixon. S l I' 'ffN.I .Ii ' Q: XI l Il QUESTION FOR DEBATE Resolved: That the President of the United States Should Be Elected by the Direct Vote Of the People. OFFICERS ROBERT T. RENFREW, IR. - - - - J. RICHARD SOARS - DONALD L. NIXON N. BLAIR LEROY - SAMUEL C. MARSHALL - AUGUSTINE C. ORMROD - MEMBERS OF THE DEBATING TEAM William C. Dietrich Thomas P. Fagan Frederick H. Bowis USHERS Donald Fitch Augustine C. Ormrod William R. Hawkins Frederick W. Peirsol 147 - President Vice President - Secretary Second Secretary - Treasurer Sergeant-at-Arms Stephen C. Cross Alan P. Savory I. Richard Soars John ociet Seated, from Leftftlrnss, Buwis, Fagan. Slflllfllllgf'-IJlL'Il'il'll. Founded in l866, shortly after the birth of the Irving society, the john Marshall Literary Society has proved to be an exceedingly important part of the school life here at hlercersburg. As was the case with its rival, this organization was named after a famous American, who was thirty years Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. For many years this society has not only given an opportunity to many hlerccrsburg boys for bettering their power of oratory and understanding of important questions, but has also developed in a great many students a competitive spirit and a will to get up and speak their minds if they see fit. Debating is une doubtedly one of the most necessary aspects of a formal education, as the ability to express one's self and to have the stamina and strength to set forth one's views is an element which is sorely missed by boys who do not take advantage of the oppor- tunity of acquiring a fluency of speech and dialogue to give them a firm stand in any discussion. It is a great honor for a student to be chosen as one of the few taking part in this verbal battle between the societies, and to gain this distinction he must have partaken in the weekly Saturday debates held during the fall term. In order that every student may take part in these debates the societies have been divided into small groups, which hold discussions every Saturday. Every year, on the Saturday evening nearest VVashington's birthday, the annual prize debate is held in the Academy gymnasium, where members of the two literary societies, Irving and Marshall, pit their ability against each other and endeavor to come out the victor in this long-standing rivalry. Until this past February, the two societies were tied 24424, but this year Irving won thc debate, making the score 2524 in favor of Irving. Undoubtedly, there are few activities at hlcrcersburg offer- ing such splendid opportunities for each student. 146 Marshall Washington Irving nciet Robert C. Laughlin Harry K. Leader Clarence V. Lee, jr. Norman Levin Robert E. Lewis, jr. Robert L. Lewis joel A. Lichtenstul john E. Lilly, jr. Daniel R. Lombard Edmond E. Long, jr. j. Van Cleve Lott Cerald R. Lundeen Constantine L. Manos Stanley H. Margolis S. Huntington Mathews Richard D. Mayer lwalcolm D. lWcConnell Charles R. McCivern j. William McRoberts Robert B. Meyer Clarence E. Miller, jr. Craig B. Miller john C. Miller john F. Miller, III Lewis H. Miller Mark A. Mosolino Ronald K. Mowrey jules S. Neviaser Hugh C. Nevin, jr. D. Beyerle Newton, jr. Robert W. Nick Rudolph I'-I. Nissley, jr. Bengt A. Norborg William C. Payne Peter W. Perry Bruce Phillips Samuel E. Phillips, jr. Robert W. Preston j. Edward Prickett Thomas R. Puffer Robert B. Ramsdell, jr. Robert C. Reed Walter A. Reese, jr. Robert Reichhelm john T. Rightor C. jack Robinson Stanley K. Robinson john I. Robison, II Raymond Rohrbach Richard A. Roschli Edward H. Ross john F. Ross Benicio F. Sanchez, jr. Theodore M. Sandson john R. Schafe, jr. Edward H. Seheibler Leon P. Scicchitano Ellsworth M. Shafto, jr. Robert D. Sheader joseph S. Silverman jack A. Sites Don C. Skinner Richard E. Slaugenhoupt, jr. Charles K. Slick Bradford D. Smith 145 james A. Smith james D. Smith Robert C. Smith Francis A. Smulders C. Edgar Snyder Daniel hd. Stackhouse, HI joseph C. Sterling Brainerd P. Stranahan joseph F. M. Suarez William D. Taylor William C. Thalheimer Robert Thieblot Richard L. Thornburg Henry C. Thresher Walter A. Tighe Charles P. Trimble C. Samuel Trump james E. Turncy, II john P. Valacr Richard R. Walker Ronald C. Walske j. Richard Ward Thomas E. Weaver, john M. Webb Thomas C. H. Webster joseph I. Weinschenk, jr Walter A. Wellinger, jr. Robert C. Williams Thomas E. VVilliams, jr. David P. Willis, jr. Lewis VV. Wilson j. King Wright Washington Irving Societ john N. Ake Charles van Allen B. Rodney Anderson W. H. Locke Anderson Donald E. Andrews john C. Andrews john M. Baker Paul N. Barna David H. Barnett Iohn D. Bates Walter I. Bates Edwin F. Bauer Charles R. Beall Peter Berlinghof Nicholas R. Bing Theodore A. Blunk Thomas N. Bodine Charles W. Bowser Richard S. Brody Bruce G. Brown C. Merrill Brown Walter H. Burgin John M. Calandra Richard L. Campbell Vincent W. Campbell Walter Carl David B. Carr Sewell P. Champe William C. Christensen Alan S. Christner Walter S. Clarke Herman W. Colberg Charles O. Conrad Sammy C. Contakos Frank W. Cook Craig M. Cooper Wayne S. Crider Jean Delvigne john M. Doney Herbert I. Dorfan William B. Draper Robert H. Duifus Ralph G. Dunlop lohn A. Durschinger S. Duvall Dutrow William F. Eichhorn Earle W. Eisenman Rowland Erving, Bruce D. Evans Paul E. Flood joe V. Eredlock George W. Freeman Charles G. Fry Donald K. Galbraith Henry E. Gerhart Donald L. Good William E. Goodman Donald H. Goodyear, Jr. Donald S. Gordon W. Alexander Gray George P. Greenbaum Norman S. Greenberg Richard A. Greenleaf Charles M. Greer Edward T. Hager, II Orville G. Haldeman 144 Everett N. Hamilton Donald W. Harper Benjamin A. Harris E. Barry Harrison Richard A. Hartley William A. Haskell, II William C. Hidlay William F. Hoffman Wendell W. Hoone Stewart Horner John R. Howell Charles P. Hutchinson, Sheffield N. Hyde Lewis C. johnson Robert G. johnson William A. ,lulias Thomas F. Kaiss Edmund H. Kase, III Karl Kaufman Robert A. Keely Michael Kern Franklin K. Kessler David M. Kessner Thomas N. Kidd Christopher M. King John R. King, III Richard F. Kline, Jr. Edgar S. Krass Richard H. Krebs R. David Lahr Stanley W. Lahr J. Ira Laird, Jr. Thomas R. Lambert Washington Irving ociet First Row, from L4-l'tgI,e:u1er, Mosnlino, E1-ving. Second Row-W. Bates, D. Andrews, Wnlske. QUESTION FOR DEBATE Resolved: That the President of the United States Should Be Elected lVlARK A. lVl0SOL1N0 llARRY K. LEADER - ROWLAND ERVING, JR DONALD E. ANDREWS RONALD C. WALSKE WALTER I. BATES - Bruce D. Evans john E. Lilly, jr. Hugh C. Nevin, Ir. by the Direct Vote of the People. OFFICERS - Y - President - Vice President - Second Vice President - h Secretary - Treasurer - Sergeant-At-Arms lVlE1VIBERS OF THE DEBATING TEAM Norman S. Greenberg William C. Payne Brainerd P. Stranahan USHERS Charles K. Slick Charles S. Trump Joseph F. Suarez Ronald C. Walske 143 Irving ociety Seah-rl, frm-in Li-t't--fI':iyiie. Strziualialii, Gres-iiln-rg. Slatinlingrfll. IJ. ldvalus. Named in honor of VVashington Irving, noted American author, this society was founded in 1865 at hlercersburg College, now the hlerccrsburg Academy. This organization is di- rected by Mr. Grey II. VVyman, who acted as coach of the Irving debating teams For the previous seven years and did much to further the purpose of literary societies here at hiercersburg in giving boys a chance to oppose each other in hotlyfcontested debates. These debates oljrer the debaters a great opportunity for development of the voice and con- structive thought, which are two of the most essential phases of preparatoryfschool life. ln 1900 the two societies, Irving and Marshall, began a long and hard-fought custom of par- ticipating against each other in the prize debates, which takes place every year on the Satur- day nearest to George VVashington's birthday. This event is the highlight of the renowned Midwinter week end. Spirit and activity are two of the greatest accomplishments of the debating societies. Each fall, tryfouts are held to determine those four boys in each society who have the most ability For participating in the big Midwinter debate. This year a new system ol' coaching the def hating teams was established. A group of impartial faculty members now have charge ol' selecting the debating team after extensive tryouts and act together in giving advice and as- sistance to members of both teams in preparation for the annual debate. This system takes the place of a single coach for each team, as the work of the coach is both hard and con- tinuous throughout the twofmonth period previous to the debate. Each boy who desires the honor of being on one or the other of the debating teams is given a chance, but only the best eight are ultimately selected. Pep meetings are held at various times during the year, when school and society spirit run high and every member senses the true value of his respective society. Each spring both Irving and Marshall entertain their members at a festive banquet, where they partaltc of excellent food, hear guest speakers, puff cigarettes, and watch a well-rounded program of entertainment. 142 a hington ' t First Row, from Lvftf Mr-Civ:-i'1i, Hirllzxy. Gross, Bnrna. Mr. lVynmn. Trump, l'sllun Ixrass Second Ilowfll. Colherg, Lilly, Cameron, C. Miller, T. KV:-avr-r, ll. Evans. S. Philly Mains Tliirll Row--Ni:-isley, ll. Reed, Howell, D. He-ell, M1-llohv-rls. llamsilr-ll, Br-alll. I4 Ilnli lnr Fourth How-Tobias, VV. Collicrg, C. Burton, Scheihlvr, Iluwkins, hum OFFICERS PAUL N. BARNA, ln. - - President C. SAMUEL TRLIMP Vice President STEPHEN C. Gaoss - Secretary LEOPOLDO PELLON - - Treasurer MR. GREY H. WYMAN - Faculty Adviser The jurisprudence Society is a new club, organized in 1949 to enlighten its members on court procedure, familiarize them with the fundamentals of law and to help prepare them for law courses in college. The club was organized by and is under the supervision of Mr. Grey H. Wyfman, head of the Academy Latin departf ment and graduate of Columbia Law school. Its name, jurisprudence, means the science or philosophy of law. The by-laws of the society provide for dinnerfmeetings at which guest speakers discuss the various phases of law. Members also engage in informal discussions about the profession. Plans have been discussed for mock court sessions at which the members themselves take the parts of prosecuting attorney, defense lawyer, de- fendant, judge, bailif, witnesses and jury. This is intended not only to familiarize the future lawyers with court procedure, but also to promote constructive thinking, effective argumentation, and poise. There are four dinner meetings a year and an indefinite number of informal meetings. Dues are collected to pay for the dinners at which the guest speakers dis- cuss various aspects of law with the boys. These speakers are prominent lawyers or businessmen who have an intimate knowledge of the subject. Ar the Hrst meeting there was a large attendance which gave promise of a very successful year. The boys seemed keenly interested in the project and showed great enthusiasm over the planned activities. 141 International Club st un Left-f Vrolzsterlt. NV. Volliergg. llr, Tipp:-tts. Mrs. 'l'ip1vetts, Vrvttalvos, Suarez. intel How tlalliruitli, Iaiuinglon, llorelvro, I'r-llou, D1-lvigur-, Sam-lwz, Yr-azu. lliuml liow Fagain, N1-rln-1-45, Il. Collis-ru. Iullllfiltblillili, Lfmg. lin-lforrl. l4'oul'tli llow -Kylizlkiales. l-'eriuin-, llvrrsvlu-r, OFFICERS NVILSON F. CoLBEnG Y - President l'ANAYoTls VHETTACOS Vice President josupu F. M. SUAREZ - Secretary JEAN L. CRoNsTEn'I' Treasurer For the lirst ti1ne in the history of the school an organization known as the Inter- national club which now is a year old, appears on a page in the Kixnux. Its member- ship lists are open to those students coming from foreign countries and Puerto Rico. Dr. and Mrs. Tippctts were directly responsible for the organization of this club. It was the outcome of a dinner given by them in the spring of 1949 to the boys from other lands. At the initial meeting last year, Andre Sbath of Shanghai, China, was elected the first president. During the early fall the clubs activities were renewed, the first meeting being held at Dr. IIitzrot's home. Ilere newcomers to the membership list were olhcially welcomed and were made part of the organization. Oflicers' elections and planning took place, and throughout the session the good spirit predicted a successful year. The primary purpose of this club is to bring the foreign boys into a closer contact and a more familiar relationship with Mercersburg and its opportunities. The 1949-'50 roster of this group included representatives from Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Finland, Greece, Honduras, Ireland, Norway, Philippines, Sweden, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico. The president is from Puerto Rico, the vice president, from Greece, the secretary, from the Philippinesg and the treasurer repree sents Finland. 140 88 Club First Row, iron: Luft -l.+-:uh-r. Mosolino. Seeoiul lion -Murray, Wzilske, OFFICERS TXIARK A. lVi0SOLINO - - - - President IMTARRY K. LEADER Vice President RKDNALD C. VVALSKE - - Secretary C. NOIIMAN MURRAY Treasurer Comfortable, relaxing, and well-furnished are three adjectives which might well describe Club '88, which is made up of boys residing in the Princeton Class of 'Eighty-eight dormitory who desire to enjoy a cigarette and take in a game of cards, while sitting back in soft overstuffed chairs. Each fall this organization elects ofhccrs for the year and also selects a house committee which has charge of cleaning the com- mon room and keeping it in good condition. Boys who become members of the club are expected to do their best to keep their club room in such a condition that it appears neat and well-kept at all times. During the afternoon members of the group can be found sitting about the room, reading and smoking, while a few are gathered about one of the card tables. This project is both worthwhile and well organized, as it affords the students in '88 dormitory a good chance of putting their spare time to a pleasant use and at the same time enjoying a bit of needed recreation and good fellowship. The game of canasta was especially popular at the beginning of the year, but it lasted in popularity for little more than a month, when it gave up its first place to the old standbys such as bridge and pinochle as the leading games indulged in by the members of the club. The club is always well decoratedg at Christmas time the boys of 'Eighty-eight embellished their common room in an appropriate fashion with a great Christmas tree, wreaths, and all the trimmings of the glorious season. 139 I-irsl how. lrom Li-fl Mt -rri Si-1-:mil ll-m Ililxvkins, l'lll'lS1lll'l'. tt Qlnxxars. enior Club OFFICERS XVILLIANI B. Sriucmus, I - - - President JOHN TVIERRITT A Vice President VVILLIAM R. HAw1uNs - Custodian IXLAN Cl1RlSTNER, Treasurer If you want to smoke, relax, or just engage in one of man's favorite pastimt-s, talking, the place to go is Mercersburgs Senior club. This organization, which is open exclusively to Mercersburg seniors, was started in l943 and has been extremely successful. The club provides a common room on the lower Hoor of the senior dormitory, South Cottage. This room is furnished with red leather and wooden chairs, benches, curtains, ash trays, and card tables, on which our aspiring Eli Culbertsons can engage each other. The job of cleaning and keeping the common room in good condition is taken care of by the club members who live in South Cottage. A different group ol' boys clean it each week, and they enjoy the privilege of being able to smoke during the time the room is being cleaned, from ten until ten-thirtv at night. There is continuous activity going on in the common room from seven-thirty in the morning, when the first cigarette is lighted, until that last grand slam is made. The club provides a great deal of enjoyment and is always a good place to go to spend a pleasant moment. 138 Following the 1949350 Christmas vacation, rehear- sals were immediately started For the midwinter play, given in February, which was The Man VVho Came to Dinner by Kaufman and 11art. The merit of the play and the ability with which it was acted made the production a memorable event of 1950 at hlereersburg. Since it was organized in 1894, the club has been noted for its line plays. Excluding Henry 11 ', Shake- speare has been represented one other time in an are rangement of The Taming of the Shrew called Katherine and Petruchion. 1t was ilaved in Btu, 1 . bakers Ouera 11ouse in the town. It is interestinnf to 1 O note that this aged structure stood in hlercersburg until this year, and that on its plaster walls were painted the names of the cast in this Academy play. One of the well-remembercd plays which the club gave was The Critic, by Richard Sheridan, whose plays have been given three times by the club. The incidental music for the production was perlormed by a string ensemble of seven students. The music was Handels VVater Music Suite , which was used in the p1av's initial performance in 1777. lnspired by the picturesque dance numbers which it gave in the lX'lereersburg Centennial Pageant in 1936, the club instituted a dancing project, which it continued for twelve years until 19-18. Dance reheare sals were held annually for a duration of three to six months. Gut of approximately seventy-five boys who tried out for this activity each year about twenty were selected for their marked ability. The most elaborate contributions which this activity gave to the club were danced pantomimes in connection with Anatole Frances play, The Man VVho hlarried A Dumb Wi1'e, which was given in 1946. Under capable direction, this group has always been one of the most active on the campus. One of the now-famous members of the club was llames Stewart. The club annually attracts the interest of many of the Mercersburg students. but only those of relative skill in dramatics can become members of this organization. A Toast to Nlr. Scrooge Elizalzetlzrm Courtship All for Ll Penny Henry IV. mid Falstzzff 137 ton Batter Dramatic Club wt Him from lift l D. Mayer, Fry, NVQ-ilwr-liviilc Pullingrer, lineli. S. llnlvinson, llomlya-ur. Margolis, l':u1u-ntl-r. ' tonal r Tobey, llzlusell, L. Jolinson, Lairrl, MMIIMYS, Mr. Utllrlwvll, Skinner, liurno-II. Gross. Ilieirii-li, Mr. 1211-er. llnlrl lim Horner. Mellvaiue, Altelnns, Ertt-l. Purlnlu, Doney, Lott. llolrlln-lg. llrzilizuni. , . . . , Il. llnlllps. Waelutr-r, lulver. tli uw-Wliile. Snlsluury, Mill-y, Trump. Hill, Ilarrison, NW-liste-r W. Butt-s. Uliristno-r, 'l'sm-lianll'v. My-Rolierts. I ulvavli, Lynn-li, W. Evans. lbalilr-, Nm-yin, Douglas, S. Lzllir. llzuer-r. liryan, Ilflnio. xtli lim llimllton, 'l'lmrnl1ur::li. Ilyriie, 15+-lforcl, l. Smith, Pei-k, Walski-, All-lhnnilrl. li, Amll'exys. uentli Row--Ilaas, 'l'uylul', St-lieililer, C. liarhni, Sours. I.an,uluainmt-r. OFFICERS S. IIUNTINGTON lXlA'inEws - - - - President l7oN C. SKINNER- - - Vice President A1.FREn E. Demo, ln. - Secretary llonum' D. lJAi11.ia - - Treasurer MR. josepn I. CALDWELL - Y Faculty Adviser The Stony Batter club, one of the oldest organizations on the Merccrshurg campus, began its activities for the year 1949 hy presenting three one-act plays during the iylidwinter week end- The Saint Georges Play adapted from Thomas llardy's The Return of the Native, Minnie Field hy E. F. Conkle, and VVhen the Ship Goes Down, written hy Harry McGuire. 1 The Saint Georges Play is .1 legendary play usually associated with mummers. Minnie Field is a satirical play dealing with the small reactions of a group of rustics to the death of one whom they had known. VVhen the Ship Goes Down is a drama oi a sinking ship and of the reactions of its crews to that tragedy. Mr. loseph I. Caldwell directed the cluh for the first time in these productions. Mr. Caldwell came to Merccrshurg in the fall of 1948 and has hecn director of the cluh since 1949. Continuing their activities for that year, at commencement time, this group staged their most amhitious production!'Henry IV hy VVilliam Shakespeare. The play was given in the schools outdoor amphitheater with a cast of approximately thirty. The leading roles played by Huntington Mathews, Lacy Rice, Don Skinner, and Samuel Trump were all commendahly portrayed. The last production of 1949 was acted in the Assembly hall immediately pre- ceding Christmas vacationg it was the well-beloved Dickens Christmas Carol . The' character ol' Scrooge was excellently portrayed hy Samuel Trump, and the play re- tained its annual flavor. 136 Paideia Club First Row, from 1.eft-Skinner. Engli. Mr. Bilftllllllll, Lin-hlt-nstul, l S4't'UIl1l liilXV'C8l'IN-'llf4'l', li. FiilIlH't', Alt:-inns, Uoyuc, E. Ross, llelform Third IflHV7XI1lfll1'XYS, .l. F. Milli-r, We-lwtvr. G. Marlin, 441-01-iileait Fourth Row- Strite, It. Kline-. OFFICERS Ro1IN A. ENGH A - - President JOEL R. I.,lC1lTENSTLIL - Vice President VVILLIAM H. CLUTZ - Secretary-Treasurer Ma. Luc1AN C. BAREHAM Faculty Adviser In 1948 there was organized a club at Mercersburg to give an opportunity to boys of the school with ability in art, sculpture, and drawing to do some original work. Mr. Lucian Bareham, head of the Mechanical Drawing department, was the founder of this group, which is composed of future artists and those who show that they are capable of above-average artistic ventures. Each fall a call is made for boys wishing to join the group. ln order to qualify for admission in the Paideia, the would-be member must produce some examples of his paintings, drawings, or other objects of art which are of sullicient quality to entitle him to membership. Broadening the scope of creative endeavor for those interested, as well as ae- quainting them more fully with the achievements of the great artists of all times, are purposes of this organization. Last year the club put on an extensive exhibition of japanese art in which some excellent prints were included, and this year, at a show also held in Traylor hall, they displayed meritorious examples of their original work. The Paideia is one of the rising clubs of Mercersburg and is looking forward to a bright future as the group of those who possess the desire and technique for superior work in the held of art. 135 Caducean Club ist in mm IA-H liiiehtor, ll. Callnpliell. Ilalns, Ill: llitzror. A. Spears, Yarlxu-r, Govi. iouvl hm L. M. Johnson, Luirnl. llenslrir-ksou, Grain, Wehh, Ili--trii-li, Arch. Ka1il'm:u1, 1r1l on--llzlwkills. ll. ICQ-ml, lalniilmllmwr. l'c-ek. li. Iflvuus. t'l:lsln-r. ll. Ailzlnrs. onrth llowf- R. Thomas, Hager, S4-ieeliitano, Robison, Fagan, W. t'ollvere'. Fifth liowfell. Smith, G!'f't'llll'2lf, J. C. Miller, Mi-Doualnl. OFFICERS JOHN R. HAAS - - - - President IXLEXANDER W. SPEARS, -ln. - Vice President joins P. VALAER - - - Secretary RICHARD L. CAMPBELL - - Treasurer DR. LEWIS H. Hrrznor A Faculty Adviser Medicine, being one of the finest and most honorable of all professions, has al- ways been held in the highest esteem by lX'lercersburg boys. To orient them in the choosing of future careers as students and doctors, the Caducean club was organized in the winter of 1943 by the Academy physician, Dr. Lewis li. Hitzrot, who acts as adviser to the group. The word caducean is derived from the Creek word caduceus meaning heralds staff and has been selected both by the United States Army lX'ledic.1l Corps and the medical profession in general as their oiiicial insignia. Because of the large number of students desiring membership in this organization, it has been necessarv to restrict the membershi to boys of the senior class only. The . P , v . group meets approximately once a month either in the basement ol the Chapel or at the residence of Dr. Hitzrot. The programs consist primarily either of movies on some phases of the held of medicine, followed by some short comments by the adviser, or .1 talk offered to the boys bv a physician or surgeon from Mercersburg, llagerstown, or Chambersburg. In addition to these speeches from the surrounding area, the prof gram has been varied by lectures from a hospital administrator, an orthopedic surgeon from Harrisburg, and medical and pre-medical students. It has been an unwritten law of the club that the members must express theme selves at one time or another in some such way that will be valuable in their basic training for medicine. One year they volunteered to have informal round table dis- cussions, which the student body might attend. This year each of the members of the club presented to his fellow members his reasons for selecting the medical profese sion and received suggestions aimed to help him. A Fitting motto for the Caduceans might well be, Not merely to aim high, but higher. 134 Projection Crew First Row. from I,et'tfL:lil'4l, Barua. iiil'l'l'iSll. Mr. Slroup, lt. U. XVilIiams, l'. Il, H1114 S4-4-oml Row--Fry, P1-lloii. Hanisi-li. Li-iiimgtuii. Ifi-lrliimii. Ilairper. Farr, 5lllIIllfI'N Third limnv'-fflliii'seliiiig'i-r. lt. Wallter, 12 Kina. Lziulmm li. Ii, Arlaine, ti, Ilro Fourtli Row Iiielm-iistiil. .I. llalter, ii. 'l', Maymr, ii, P. Martin. OFFICERS JOHN M. GERRISH - - - CtrPresident ROBERT C. WILLIANTS - - CzrPreside11t PAUL N. BARNA, JR. - Vice President CRAIG B. TVIILLER - - Treasurer MR. HERBERT VV. Sraourf, Jn. Faculty Adviser Wlieri most boys of Mereersburg attend the Saturday-night movies sponsored by the Y. lVl. C. A., they are usually as completely unaware of the equipment used to bring them these pictures as they are of the staff behind this equipmentethe Pro- jection Crew. This group is under the faculty supervision of the Rev. Mr. Stroup, with Robert C. Williaiiis and john M. Cerrish as co-presidents. These orlicials have the re sponsibility of erecting and operating the equipment for each showing. Serving .i two-fold purpose, the Projection Crew not only provides a gi eat service to the school, but also gives each member a chance, through actual experience, to gain a working knowledge of the science of motion-picture projection. But the activities of this group are not all work, since in the spring they hold a dinner down town as a fitting climax to their year's association. lVlercersburg without its projection crew would be like a stage show with no stage hands. There is at times a tendency to underestimate the good work done by this organization in assisting the tradition of the Saturday evening movies in the Assembly hall. The Crew plays a vital part in the continuance of the recreational facilities of the school by giving to all an opportunity to enjoy themselves every Saturday evening with a well-presented moving picture. 133 Chess Club rsl nn la-ft Suarez. l't-llon. lfagatt. Mr. Uztlrlwa-ll. W. Uolln-rg, Sain-lu-z. Vurlwntc-r. econtl htm .I'l'lllll i!Il0I', D!lffHIl. Flood, Carl, L. M. Jolnisott. Ilarptr. ll. Collis-rg, SlllllIll1'l S. irtl Row-Sn-lieilulr-r, SllV0l'lllRll, Nisslvy, Gt't-1-ttlwrg, C, Ilarton. l 0llTlCll How--l'ri1'li1-tt, Ilawkins, J. A. Smith. OFFICERS THoMAs P. FACAN - - President VVtt.soN F. QRYLBIQRC Secretary I,EoPoLDo Pi5LLoN - - Treasurer Mn. JOSEPH I. CALDWELL Faculty Adviser The Chess club, organized several years ago by Mr. Edwin Bailey to promote the interest of the boys in this most ancient and fascinating game and to improve the ability of its members in the tactics of chess, is an extremely popular organization at hlercersburg. Under the present direction of Mr. joseph I. Caldwell, who is well acquainted with chess fundamentals, the beginners in this group receive excellent supervision, while the more advanced members derive great pleasure in playing games among themselves, aside from the scheduled tournaments. Readily abtainable for those seeking to master the game are numerous books concerning the technique and the tournaments of such chess ngreatsu as Capablanca, White, and others. A real sense of accomplishment comes when one has mastered the finer points of the game. At the beginning of the year the Chess club met in the classroom of 'Eighty- Eight dormitory, their headquarters, to recruit members and to plan the program for the year. It was decided by the group to meet every Sunday afternoon at which time games would be played and instruction offered to the less experienced members. A Fall tournament was planned, with more contests possibly to follow, and since the club has increased greatly in number, it was necessary for more chess sets to be purchased. Also agreed upon was the suggestion for snacks to follow each meeting of the club. 132 Entertainment U her Ifroni la-tt li, Il. .Xil1lerholi.S. l'Iilli1us. Slit-lt. Iqin-li. V4-lip:-r. Snails I IIic'ii.xi:n Sortns Ileiztl Usher Mn. IIIKNINVI' IX. ST.-XI,l1Y - Ifaculty fldrisei' lor the purpose ol maintaining ortler and to accommotlate the large attentlance at yarious alliairs ol' the .Xcaclemy tluring the course ol' a year, a group ol' entertain ment ushers are chosen annually hy hlr. Ernest IX. Staley, who acts as their faculty atlviser. Ilie tluty ol' these hoys at the several Iiormal gatherings is to show guests to their seats, to liroyitle lor proper seating arrangements, antl to maintain proper heatf ing and ventilation. Some ol' the functions which they superyise are tlehatcs, tleclar mation contests. hantl concerts, meetings to hear special spealters, plays, and recitals, Ihe ushers are chosen not only lor their vlcasinv a Hearance and innate iolite . I ru II I ness. hut also lor their willingness to Iiye up to the responsihilities ol' their work. ililirouvh their elliorts to malxe eyery liunction wellforwanizctl and coin uetcntly su Jer' rw , rv I , I yisetl, they pcrlorin a great service Iior the school. YCLII' IIIC CIIIUIAILIIIWIIICIIY LISIICFS SLIM' Iliilf CYCFY L'I1fCl'lilII1IHCI1I ILIIICIIOH VVAIS orclerly antl ellwectiyely run. ,Xt the pre-Christmas play, Dickens' Clzristiims Carol which was given In the Stony Hatter Dramatic eluh. they ellectiyely organized the seating arrangemcntsg also they contrihutetl to the enjoyment ol' the Ixlitlwinter play and hlitlwinter clehate. Other functions at which they scryetl were the two tleelamaf tion contests and meetings at which there were special speakers. In the early part ol, cyery year the ushers are instructed as to their tlemcanor and are preluarecl to usher successfully lor the coming season. As a result ol their in struction ancl hccausc ol' the natural ahility ol' the hoys, hlerccrshurg has neyer Iiailetl to hayc a line ushering stall. 131 Dance Committee rst lion. from Ia-H Ilill. XV, Ilnttes, lit-nio, IH-irsol. Ialtlulinliixiiu-r. 'l'. ID, tirih-5. xVAl.'I'Iill l. Bivvias - lluuil Uslzer Mit, I2nNi2sT A. ST.vr.m' - Ifueztlry .hit-isw' The work ol' the memhers ol' the Dance Committee is to help decorate the places in which the dances are held, supervise the various aspects ol' these aliairs, and assist in the sale of ticltets hy canvassing the dormitories prior to the dance. The six stu dents who compose this eommittee are appointed hy hir. llrnest Staley at the heginf ning ol' the year and are under his direction. The first dance of the year is the tea dance held in the early lull, most ol' the girls heing hlind dates from Penn llall. This year the hand l'eatured at this event was led hy Don Englander. Un the week end heliore Christmas vaeation the Christ' mas danee is held in Traylor hall when the hlereershurg Blue and X'Vhites supply the sweetest musie this side ol' heaven. Traylor hall is at this time decorated in the traditional yuletide fashion with two large lighted Christmas trees and holly wreathes distrihuted around the walls ol' the room. 'lihe midwinter prom is held on the Friday night oi' the midwintei' weely end. Many of the hoys have girls from their home towns at hlereershurg for this weelv end. Un liriday night the dance is held in Keil hall. at which time a visiting orchestra furnishes the music. in Ylune the eommencement festivities are high-lighted hy two dances. The eommeneement dance in Keil hall which features a name hand. Ilal hlelntyre played in 1949, and all who attended spoke highly ol' the excellence ol' the allair. On the Saturday afternoon hefore vraduation, a tea dance is held in the ,Nssemhlv hall, . T7 . the Blue and Wfhites playing. 130 Gun Club First How, from Left-YCliristner, R. Martin, Dc-nio, Mr. Grnllill, Mtlrczttoris, Ilnslill NIIIHPN Second H0lVfT,1lllt'HSft'l', Sinultlers, Ertel, Htirper. llnlnnan, Gnu Third lluw-Mcllomllil, Meyer, Hyde. OFFICERS ALFRED E. DENro - - - - President CLARENCE C. lVlEP.cAToRIs - Vice President ROBERT E. lVlART1N- - - SecrctaryfTreusurcr MR. Noluus W. GRABILL - Faculty Adviser When the hunting season opens in Pennsylvania, one can always spot a group of Mercersburg boys out in the hunting fields. These boys comprise the Academys Cun Club which was organized a few years ago by Mr. Norris Crabill. The clubs membership is open to any boy in the school. This organization was started for the purpose of creating an interest in this ancient but everapopular sport among the Academys boys who are not already acquainted with it, and also to give Mercersburgs hunting enthusiasts an opportunity to become more prohcient sportsmen. Before the hunting season goes into full swing, the boys endeavor to improve their marksmanship for actual hunting by using the clay-pigeon trap at a shooting range which is located on the back campus. The trap gun which shoots clay pigeons at different angles gives the shooter an excellent opportunity to test his aim and to improve it. Un autumn Saturdays the woods and mountains, surrounding lN'lercers- burg, are lilled with boys putting their practice shooting to good use in the hunting of various game animals. From the numerous varieties of game that are found in this section of the state, the boys prefer to hunt crows and rabbits. There is usually a shooting match between the schools rival literarv societies lrvinv and Marhall. 1 r 7 D 5 This organization provides a very interesting and diverting pastime and has al- ways been extremely popular with the student. 129 Radio Club rst llovv, from Left- -Ulark. lhlrila, IC. llzlmiltou. Mr. Aulspzlelu-r. llvnio, Il. 'l'. Mays-r. Lee. Si--'mul lion S. l.:llir. li King, lioosl, L. Mwloliiismi, Mast, Strivltlu-r. llitter, 1'lx:iinpa-. llinml ltr-xv fllarrison, J. nillil'I', Mel'Iaiu. 'l'li:illn-im:-r, Imrfriii. Higgs, Lott. Ifourlli llovvf llyrliv, Follett, l'. Ilarlou. Scif-eliiiaiio, 'l'olvi:ls, Ulfl9lC'LllS liviaiurri' N. llAixrrtxi'oN - - President Alafniiim lj. IJIZNIU, Ulu. Vice Pl'C'Sll1l'11l llivur, N. l3AnNA, ju. - Secretary llonifivi' 'l'. Mavian 'l'rvasurvr Mn. Pmas'1'oN lf. Aiusmcziiizn lfuczilty Adviser lor those hoys ol' hlerecrshurg who are scientilically and electrically minded. the Radio cluh was organized, meeting every Saturday alter Chapel in the physics lah, where, advised hy Mr. Preston Amspacher, they indulge in the inspection ol' all phases ol' radio and the wide fields pertaining to electronics. For a numher of years the interest in radio has heen keen in many preparatory schools, and this has proved true especially here at hlercershurg. Radio in itself is one of the most intricate as well as one ol' the most enjoyahle pastimes ever devised. The growing interest in the fields ol' radio, television, and radar is satislicd here at hlercershurg at the cluh meetings which do a great deal towards furthering a genuine understanding ol' radio work. 'lihere are memhers ol' the cluh who are fully capahle ol' taking a complex radio set completely apart and putting it hack together again successfully. One of the many johs the memhers of the cluh do is to liurnish and run the equipment that helps the plays at hlercershurg to he carried out successfully, the sound effect. At the foot- hall games the instruments needed to announce the plays are operated hy the memhers ol' the Radio cluh. Near the end of the year some ol' the memhers try to ohtain their operator's license for which they have prepared all year. ln order to ohtain the license the hoy must have a full knowledge ol' code and radio mechanics. They plan a trip to the radio station in llagerstown to see how the human voice is transmitted to their sets and other radios. lfrom this we can readily sec that the Radio cluh gives its mcmhcrs a thorough knowledge of the suhicct ol' radio. 128 Paul Stuart Fleming, son of - Louis Gustav Calliker, III, son of - Henry Elias Cerhart, son of - George Pearson Creenbaum, son of Howard Wellman Hall, Jr., son of - Frederick Charles Heinz, Jr., son of William Craig Hendricks, Jr., son of - Sterling Frederick I-Iigley, son of - William Floyd Hoffman, son of - Stuart Jamison Horner, Jr., son of - James Finch Kirk, Jr., son of - Harry Ketner Leader, son of - - Harry William LeCore, Jr., son of - Austin Vail McClain, Jr., son of - Victor Bruce Mclntyre, son of - David Clifford Meyers, Jr., son of- John Franklin Miller, III, son of - Josiah Barnes Pritchard, son of - John Isaac Robinson, ll, son of - - Benicio Felipe Sanchez, Jr., son of Charles Edgar Snyder, grandson of - John Richard Soars, son of - - Daniel Morrell Stackhouse, Ill, son of - James Edward Turney, ll, son of - Hayes McCelland Walker, Jr., son of grandson of ---- Richard Rhea Walker, son of - grandson of ---- Thomas Hunter Webster, grandson of - Raymond E. Fleming, - Louis C. Calliker, Jr., - Henry B. Cearhart, ' - Meyer Creenbaum, - Howard W. Hall, - Frederick C. Heinz, - Dr. W. Craig Hendricks, ' O9 27 27 08 22 1 7 1 8 Sterling F. Higley, '25 Cdeceasedj - - - Floyd C. Hoffman, - Dr. Stuart Horner, ' - James F. Kirk, - Charles C. Leader, - Harry W. LeCore, ' - Austin V. McClain, - James M. McIntyre, Jr., ' - D. Clifford Meyers, - John F. Miller, - Josiah W. Pritchard, ' - Dr. Earle M. Robinson, ' - Benicio F. Sanchez, - C. Edgar Fallon, ' - - Harold M. Soars, - Daniel M. Stackhouse, Jr., ' - - James E. Turney - Hayes M. Walker, ' James L. Walker, Samuel R. Walker, - - James L. Walker, y ! 7 I J '19 '13 28 14 24 12 26 15 35 25 25 21 17 99 21 22 23 16 96 96 - The Rev. John H. Webster, '77 Grandsons rst Row, from Left fl1Ill'lPPlI10l:'. Star-kliullse, 1'. A11-xunrh-r, I'ritv1a:lr41. Dr. '1'ipp1-tts. Sum-he-z, Tlwnvv. Iierlimrlmf, Ilemlrim-ks. Ser-ond Ihvwffliorlwr, J. F. Miller, Met'luin, Gerlmrt, tiallilcer, Cnyiw. I 1s-ming. Farr. Third 1l0VV+G1'l'011ll1ll1lll, Bryan, ll. Walker, W. llulfnmn, Soars. High-y, l4'1:mm-ry. Welrstor, Lvliorv. Fourth Row-Louder, Hall, L2l1ll11'll'll, Il. XVallu-r, Rohinson, Snyder, This association is composed of those students who are the sons of former Nlercershurg hoys or of faculty. lVle1nhers are proud to call themselves sons of the Academy in a true sense of the word. Also this aggregation tends to sustain the feeling of affection for the school and to hand it down in each family as a heritage of education. Paul lV1cFadden Alexander, son of - William Alexander, '20 William Henry Locke Anderson, jr., son W. ll. Locke Anderson, '13 Peter Berlinghof, son of - - Roscoe C. Berlinghof, '22 Lloyd Thomas Bryan, Jr., son of - L. Thomas Bryan, '17 Peter Wheeler Carpenter, son of Nathan H. Carpenter, Jr., '27 David Blanchard Carr, son of jasper B. Carr, '12 William Rafferty Chapman, son of - - Charles R. Chapman, 116 William Carroll Coyne, stepson of- Dr. Ce cmr' ,ge L. Manley, '13 Bruce Dwight Evans, son of - M. Albert Evans, '22 Charles Francis Flannery, son of - Dr. Wilbur E. Flannery, '25 126 Chapel Usher Front. limv, from L1-ft l'it-rsol, 'l'. Grill-y, NX. llatvs, Rlr. Vlralpitirlll, Soars, rritt o Sv-vom! lion' tires-lrlr-fit, I, Nnutli llrnm-ry. Ile-nu-, l,yn1'Ir, l'rit1-ltarrrl, llrarlrzrm X I5 lnloy 'l'lrir4l llou l,:lulva1'lr. llill, lilllilrs. Walsliv-, Vlialplnalir. K. Wl'i:l1l. lrnr OFFICERS Vr'Ar.'irsn I. llfvrrzs V . - Mn. Davin lf. ciHAI NAN' Mu. Romani' N. Corfr Mn. EnN1Qs'r A. S'1'ALr3v - lleutl Stutleut Uslrer 4 - Faculty Uslrer - Assistant Faculty Usher liXSlSltH1l Faculty Usher X'Vl1en one enters the Academy Chapel, on a Sunday morning. he not only ad mlrcs its architecture and serene beauty but also is impressed hy the fXcadcmy's ushering stall. Being guided luv the advisership of Mr. David Chapman, who is as sisted luv Mr. Robert Coll and Mr. Ernest Stalev, the stall is will run under the lalbors of these men. During each Sunday Chapel service tlicse lvoys, garhed in their hlaclv rohcs. are seen ushering the visitors into their respective seats. They not only taixc charge in the collection of the oljfering, hut also add a toucli of functional per- liection to the lueautv, reverence. and divnitv of each Cha wel service. This vrou 1 ol' . Pr . l rw l chosen hoys performs all tlic necessary duties of sustaining the tradition ol' the per- fection and sincerity which has been a tradition here on the lX'lercershurg campus ever since the Chapels dedication. Each year the veteran chapel ushers select three hoys for appointment to tlie stall. ln tlic spring the chosen hoys are given a chance to display their alvility as an usher. ll' his worli is satisfactory, Nr. Chapman appoints the hoy to the stall ol' the lollowing year. rlilicse appointed liew learn to he courteous as well as to accept a sense ol responsihility toward carrying on a part of the service. The im vressive Christmas Candlelivlit service, which is irolvahlv the most ina I n l , spiring and significant ol' all services held in the Chapel. is lweautilicd to a greater - . . , r Q 1 , n decorating the Ctliapel and extent hy tlie hard work ol' Nereerslvurgis ushering still I in successfully handling a large crowd ol people. 125 The First Huw, lil'Ulll I.:-ft Slick, Mr. Sfronp, Il. G, Smith Nw-mul limi' l'iDMlINIJ ll. Kash f,llfAHLliS K. Suck lJUNALD E. ANDREWS Roatsm' G. SIWITII Mn. HERBERT VV. ST VVhen one con ID. Amlrexvs, Kas--. OFFICERS - - - President! - Viet' Pl'L'Sit1UI1l - Secretary - - Treasurer ROUP, Jn. - liueulfy Secretary siders a more thoughtful and essential campus association, far up in the ladder ol' organizations comes the Y. hi. C. A., which carries on a myriad ol' activities both for t he members of the Academy and for the people ol' the nearby . .C.A. hlount Pleasant Sunday School, which is maintained by the Academy Y. M. C. A. as a service to the community ol' Mount Pleasant. The year begins officially for this group the first Saturday evening of each school year, when various school leaders set forth the purposes of this activity and other phases of school life and the many and varied responsibilities it takes upon itself, After the formal meeting is over, the student body is invited to Keil hall for refreshments as guests of the Y. M. C. A. Une of the principal achievements of this organization during each year is the showing ol' the well-known Saturday evening movies, which are given nearly every week in the Assembly hall. lX'lercersburg's Y. hl. C. A. is led by the able and conf siderate band of the Rev. Mr. Herbert Stroup of the Mercersburg Lutheran Church. Each fall at the beginning of the school year, each boy is given a small blue book upon his registration. This book is Put out annually by the Y. N. C. A., and is generally known as the New Boys Bible. Each spring representatives of the Academy attend a Southern Conference held at Natural Bridge, Virginia. Here various phases of religious education are discussed and an interesting time had by all. Also, at times during the year the ollicers of the group canvass the several dormitories to obtain cast-off clothing which is distributed to the poor and needy of adjoining communities. 124 tamp Club First llmv, from L+-ft Sites. .I A. Smith. Il. lj Williams. Mr. Iiulp, U, G. Milla-r. NX L u Svvoml lloxv ll, lb. Mayer. l+'l.r. Yr-am. Sanclu-z. l'4-llon. l'or1lr-ro. l'm-rry. lallir :itll 'l'llirml lion' 141-rliug1l1oI', 1.1-vin. Smurf-Z, XV, Clark:-. Kvsslu-r. White. Ixl I l-'ullrlli lion Sterling, Il. l'ollu-ru, NW-last:-r, M4-lioln-rfs. ll. Aslan: ll. ll:-Hi. ll:-yin-IQIS. Ko-ssh-F, OFFICERS ROBERT' C. XAVILLIAIWS - President CiRAIG B. BIILLER - Vice President WIILSON F. CoLBEnc: - Secretary JAIVIES A. SM1111 - - Treasurer MR. B. FRANK KLlI..P Faculty Adviser Rare and yaluahle stamps, lirst day covers and arhliated interests comprise the Saturday-morning meetings of lN'lereershurg's Stamp eluh, which is a well-established and instructive campus activity under the supervision of hir. B. Frank Kulp, who does much to carry on the tradition of this group as an organization of first-rate im- portance. lt is the aim oi' the Stamp club to allord a pleasant hour of bartering stamps and heginning congenial friendships, which are without a douht, worthy ohjeetives. Many of the worlds greatest men have heen exceedingly interested in philately as a constructive means of putting their spare time to good use, and for this same reason Mercershurg's Stamp cluh is both a worthwhile and interesting organization, which is shown hy its large memhership and extensive activities. An interesting hynotc of this group is its trading of stamps under the hammer of the master auctioneer, Nr. Kulp. Through his hands each Saturday pass many varieties of stamps from all nations and ol' many different values depending upon the age and rarity of the stamp. Being organized in l936, this cluh has down through the years been a great asset in teaching hoys much about the methods and customs of foreign countries. Since a stamp is something which usually increases in value as years pass, the hoy who is cole lecting now and continues to do so will, hy the time he reaches middle age, have acquired for himself a valuahle collection. 123 Chemi try Club rst Pon from Ieft Ixrasz-x, Il. Smith, 1'vllon, R. Evans, Mr. Gilbert. NV. Antlt-rson, Clmiiilw, Art-h. Sllllljlvlllllllllli. tonal I n nel Qtranaltnn, llapolmrt, l'ulvc-r, Comix-t', K1-ssnvr, Kyriakirlvs, NV. Lt-ltuy. llannntn, Gray. ml Ron X stlu-os, llill, Gnrvvr, Nevin, Il. l'ollwrg.:, Everett, Shngars, Milf-y, J. l'. Anslrr-ws. mirth I on Govi, Ilentlrieks, Dnrsehinger, llryan, II. NVn1ker, Daniel, I.attninns, Gr:-1-nlu-rx.:. lifth Ilon4Gross. Dnlaunn, Cluster, Silverman, J. XVi1son, R. XYilson, F. B. Miller. Sixth Row-R. Reed, Howell, D. Andrews, Grant, Seiechitnno, Svlniefer. Seventh Row-Thiehlot, Haas, B. Smith, E. Ilaniiltou, Abbe. OFFICERS louis: H. ALBRECIIT - - Y - President JOHN R. PIOWELL - Vice President S'rEPnEN C. Gnoss - Secretary-Treasurer MR. ROLLIN P. GILBERT' Faculty Adviser The Chemistry club was organized in the fall of 1935 by Mr. Rollin P. Gilbert, Chemistry department head, as a means of fostering a greater interest in chemistry among Mercersburg boys who show an aptitude for this science. To he admitted to this group of chemistry enthusiasts one must be a former or present chemistry student and must show that he has superior knowledge of the subject by maintaining a meri- torious grade. At the dinner meetings, which are held regularly throughout the year, the mem- bers are extremely fortunate in having the pleasure of hearing guest speakers who are specialists in one of the various fields of chemical science. VVhen guest speakers are not available, films illustrating some of the different branches of science are shown to the group. Through this modern means of visual education, it is possible to grasp the facts of chemical study more easily and thereby increase interest in the particular subject. These meetings always prove to be very interesting and enjoyable affairs. By the added knowledge that is gained from the activities of the club and through the interest that Mr. Gilbert, the faculty adviser, has always shown many boys have come to realize the opportunities that chemistry has to offer in this presentfday world. 122 El Circulo E panol lfrrst ltoxv, from Li-It l'1-rnee, Matin-ws, tion-ti, KVA l'oIIwi':.13 Mr, Kulp. l'n-lion, Iingli, Il. t'. Williams ll lulhu Nw-irrul lloxv Saint-lu-z, Slattgenhoiipt, lfitvli, Yi-am, Iirass, t'alaurlr:i, l'ornIn-rn. l'. ,Xli-xanfln-r, lhilmpi 'l'hir4l lioxv Illitroxvr l'1is1-nlnan. lliuhtor, Govi. Ilaslvt-ll. Savory, J, Ilnlrinson, Mt-4'onm-ll, I :lm lfouth llmx lailloruiiis, llarrison, Hotline, S. Lalir, All-yer, l.inlcin4. Ii, .xmlvi-sort, llvule. l iltIi Ili-xv ll. l,:tIu', llllui-tum, Il, lit-1-.I, S:-lmeink, Ili-l'l's-In-l'. Sixth Huw l ug,:1n, Nilit-ihln-l', Kewslt-V, lin-Ins, Ul'?l'IC'FRS NVii.soN lf. Cfolasi-Zac: - Prvsiilt-ui Liaovouxo Pui.1,oN - - - Vice President ROHN ENGH, lJONALD L. Coon - Secretaries ROBERT C. VV1L1.tAMs - - Treasurer S. lluN'rrNeToN Mtwuraws - Musician Mn. B. FRANK KULP - liucrtlrv fldriser hlemhership in lil Circulo Espanol, lXlercershurg's honorary Spanish eluh, com- prises those students attaining high averages in that language. Meetings are held monthly and are conducted for the most part in Spanish. Uuring each session, which is informal and enlivened with picturesque native dances and plays, a mcrienda , or rellreshment, is given. Songs from old Castile, good fellowship, and all sorts of games provide interesting and constructive entertainment lor the lherians during their meetings. The various activities of El Circulo Espanol, under the competent and lriendlv advisership ol' Mr. B. Frank Kulp, head ol' the Spanish department, has alxvavs heen a leading factor in inducing memhers to gain an interest in all phases ol' the language as well as in the interesting history of Spain and South America, and a more perfect understanding of Pan-American life, customs, and enjoyments. Many students ol' this subject are now heginning to realize more and more the value of Spanish both as a spoken language of our near South American neighhors and as a language of romance and great historic haekground. There is a proud heri- tage in Spanish culture dating haeli to the days when Spain was mistress ol' the seas and when Spanish explorers trod the shores ol' the Americas for the lirst time. 121 Nt Huw. from 1.0-fl'-Moruitis, Burgiu, Ilagn-r, Kr-ru, Mr. NVymun, Trlllulu. J. D. Smith. Lewis. W1-:lvl-r. Sf-voiul llmv Voiitaikon, Gmnlyn-ar, Lee-, J. M. Miller, Cllllll-'l'Ull, Meliraualiau. I.. H. Miller, Julius. Thirnl New-fWriulil. Carl, Harm-tt. ll. Waller-r, Siuiolifw. Fourth Roxy S1-In-ilile-r, Thouias, Mort-li:-lil. SFNIOR OFFICERS C. lNllc:l1,uaL Klum - - - - CVIIAIKIILS S. Tnumi' EDWARD T. HAGEH, ll james ll. SMITH - JUNIOR OFFICERS VVA1.'1'i31i H. Bunc:1N - - XAIILLIAM R. 'luuas Louis ll. lxllLLliR Mu. Cum' ll. XAlYMAN Laticla ii Consul llriurmius C.'ou sul Secumlmius - Quaestor Scrilm - Consul junior Quuestor junior f Scrilm junior lfuculty Adviser VVearers of the purple stripe were known as the Laticlavii in ancient Rome. llere at Mercersburg this name is given to the club which is made up of those boys who acquire honor grades in second-and third-year Latin. Boys taking lirst year Latin, who excel in this subject, become members of the Laticlavii junioresu, or unior Laticlaviif' The group was formerly known merely as the Latin Club , but Mr. Grey H. VVyman, head of the Academy Latin department, and faculty adviser, changed the name to Laticlavii several years ago. This classical club, rich in the tradition of the great and outstanding Roman poets, orators, and authors, carries out various worthwhile projects here at school. Two years ago they entertained themselves at a real Roman banquet, which was higlmf lighted by songs, Roman dishes, and a playlet in Latin. This year the club met a few weeks before Christmas at the local hotel, where members of the third-year Latin class presented an interesting program. Last year the Laticlavii presented a full-length play depicting the death of ,lulius Caesar and the historical events leading up to his assassination at the hands of Brutus and his friends. Before Christmas, the club made up an appropriate Christmas card, on which was printed Angeli Regnorum Caelin or Angels From the Realms of Glory. This was one of the many well-arranged projects carried out by the Laticlavii this year, and was characteristic of their hard work in the field of the classics. 120 Rauchrunde First Row, from Left-Nick, Bowis, Cronstedt, Ilannuin, B. Smith, Nieximml Qtruklrx Second Row-Mr. Currier, Grant, Kuse, W. Greer, Braham, Mr. Stroup Third Rf7XN'fDlliJlllHIl, Iluns, J. NVilsnn. Fourth Hnufld. Shaftn. OFFICERS WILLIAM H. I-IANNUM h President JEAN L. CRONSTEDT Vice President BRADFORD D. SMITH - Secretary-Treasurer In English, the German word A'Runde is translated to mean Hcirclef' Dr. Fred- erick Augustas Rauch, who was the first president of Marshall College when it was located here at Mercersburg, gives his surname to make up the name of this organiza- tion, which was founded in 1937 by Mr. Milo A. Gibson. The Rauchrunde was organized to recognize those boys who excel in second and third year German work, and membership is also open to those who do honor work in f'Rush German , a two- year course covered in one year. This group holds frequent Ineetings, which are usually carried on in the South Cottage residence of Mr. Frank E. Gurrier, present head of the German Department and faculty adviser to the association. When the club meets, it endeavors to put to practical use the knowledge of the members in such interesting pastimes as puzzles, riddles, and old German folk tunes, which are sung vigoriously in the Teutonic tongue and are greatly enjoyed by all who attend. Another activity of interest indulged in by the organization is the reading of papers and literature describing German life and customs. Since this year marks the bi-centennial of the birth of the renowned German poet, Goethe, many of the club's activities have been centered around his life and works. The German club at Mercersburg does a great deal toward furthering the interest of the boys in this distinguished language, which has contributed a wealth of literature to the world. 119 L Copain rsr hm mi Isft flirass. Arch. Stfilllilllilll, IM-lvigm-, l'a-Ilan, Fluainlwi Alu.-nlilm. K1-ru. I'ri11-liaril. on Nlr. Molilggnrm-l'5', li, Plilllips. ll, liyrlns, Valar-r, Mllntlu-fliaas, Yrvttuvus, 'l'olnins. Hooilrnan, lie-ssni-r, Mr. lllavk. 1 ross, Ervingr, Slillgairs, Si'ir'n'liit:ll1u, 1i'1l,L:':ln. Ililxxkins, Vlaster. Nilv:-rman. N1-yin, Fourth limi' Gray, Lynn-li, Mui-Ilmnllil. Smirs, lirynn OFFICERS LEOPOLDO PELLON - - President ,IEAN IJELVIGNE -------A Secretary-Treasurer MR. JOHN H. lX'l0NTGOMERY, Ma. ROBER1' R. BLACK, MR. Emc E. Irlixmus Faculty Advisers C'est la barque du revef' sung by thirtyfnine enthusiastic French students, could be heard echoing through the Capitol Restaurant when lylereersburgs honorary French club, Les Copains, held its first meeting this year. The clubls membership is limited to those boys having an average of eighty per cent or better in secondeand third-year French. Informal dinner meetings are held periodically throughout the year under the direction of Mr. lohn ll. lylontgomery, whose booming voice leads the singing of the most popular French songs of that country. The affairs are usually highlighted by an informal talk in French by a student from a French-speaking country, or by a more advanced Mercersburg boy who is in his third year of study. Ar the First meeting this year lean Delvigne of Belgium gave a very interesting talk to those who could comprehend all that he said about his trip across the Atlantic. Ile also told something of the difference between the Belgium schools and Mercers- burg. ln later meetings of' the year Messrs. Montgomery and Harris gave talks to the organization. Originated during the second semester of 1935, Les Copains has since then been a prime factor in stimulating interest in French and is helping the 1Xeademy's students to become more proficient in speaking the languageg and this club has also helped to bring the student into more contact with Gallic culture, thus giving him a better understanding of America's traditional ally and friend. 118 Fiiteen The l-'irst How, fren: Lette- I'-. D. Smith. Nr-vin, Mr. Smith, Dnlimun, Bm s Si-voml lion' lllllllllllt-'. Strzinulnio, Hager. Cluster. Grant, Krnss Tliirtl ltow l't-it-kvtt. Si-In-iluler. Haus. Soars. Gross, OFFICERS lluou Cl. Niavm, ln. President Mon'roN ll. lJUBMAN Vice President Brmnronu D. SIVIITH Secretary Mn. llA1mY F. Sivtrrrr Faculty Adviser Vllhen one considers the stellar honor organizations of the Academy campus, one of the fore- most which comes to mind is the Fifteen, an honor society composed of those top fifteen members of the senior class who do outstanding work in all phases of English and literature and who are also capable of an honor standard in all subjects. Meeting six times during the school year, the members of the club give their interpretation of various literary works which compose certain classes of literature. This year the theme followed in these informal gatherings was i'Best Sellers of English and Foreign Authors , which opened a tremendous field of varied and interesting reading to all members, and afforded them a most enjoyable evening when the meetings were held. Dr. and Mrs. Tippetts are hosts to this honor club twice during the year, and other meetings are conducted in the Academy library, Traylor hall, and at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Williarii B. Grove of Mcrcersburg. All meetings are highlighted with refreshments, wit, and enjoyable discus- sion. Boys chosen as members of this select group are judged for membership on the basis ol' English accomplishments or on the basis of dependability and leadership, which are two of the leading qualities looked for by both colleges and businessmen in the selection of applicants. The Fifteen allords each of its members a chance to display his originality in speaking as well as to interpret and more fully understand good literature of the past and present. Boys who are chosen as members of this group usually take advantage of this opportunity to its fullest ex- tent, realizing the honor bestowed upon them as potential writers and critics of prose and poetry of all nations. 117 Cum Laude ociet Honor associations at Mercersburg are many, and chief among them is the Cum Laude society, membership in which is limited to boys with exceptionally high averages who are members of the senior class and have been at Mercersburg for at least two years. Cum Laude is the preparatory equivalent of the college scholastic honor society, Phi Beta Kappa, and is considered one of the greatest and most coveted honors bestowed on any Mercersburg boy. Each spring two group awards of membership certificates in this select association are presented: one in April, awarded in the Assembly hall, and the other on the commencement stage. Each recipient of this distinguished award is given the traditional Cum Laude key as well as a diploma signifying his admission into the organization. Mercersburg's charter was granted in the academic year of 1929-1930, and is presided over by Mr. David F. Chapman, head of the History department, as president of the society and Dr. Lewis H. Hitzrot, Academy physician, who acts as secretary of the group. Through the ensuing years, many Mercersburg students have been selected for their qualities of stellar scholarship, leadership, character, and promise. Cum Laude, though a great honor in itself, also gives to its members an opportunity to understand the true value of study, endeavor, and participation in all phases of preparatory school life. MR. DAVID F. CIIAMIAN President Head of the History De Dn. LEWIS H. Hrrzaor Secretary Medical Director Dn. CHARLES S. TIPPETTS Head Master FROIX SEWELL P. CHAMPE DANIEL S. CLASTER IVIORTON R. DUBINIAN JOSEPH R. Covr JOHN A. GRANT STEPHEN C. Caoss FIOHN R. HAAS EDWAIID T. IIAGEII, II IXIEMBERS FROM THE FACULTY Mn. PRATT L. ToBEv English Department I'mt 'em Ma. WII.B1ARTH I. JACOBS Assistant Head Master MR. JAIXIES C. MILLER Registrar Mn. PRESTON H. junn Matlzematics Department 1 SENIOR CLASS IN COURSE April 116 EDIIAII S. KRAss lVIAI.coI.IsI D. IVICCONNELL HUGH C. NEVIN, In. EDWARD H. SCHEIBLER LEoN P. SCICCHITANO BRAINERD P. STRANAHAN PANAYOTIS VRETTACOS The enate OFFICERS DR. CHARLES S. TIPPETTS - V - - - President N. BLAIR LERCY - - - Student President RON G. WALSKE Vice President j. RICHARD SOARS - - Secretary MEMBERS Elected by the Senior Class of 1949 N. BLAIR LEROY Elected from the Upper Middler Class in the Spring of 1949 RON G. WALSKE I. RICHARD SoARs Elected from the Lower Middler Class in the Spring of 1949 MARK A. MOSOLINO Elected by the Members of the Faculty in the Fall of 1949 ALBERT V. LYNCH ISAAC . SMITH, JR. N Elected by the Student Members of the Senate in the Fall of 1949 JAMES W. BRAHAM Elected by the Faculty Members of the Senate in the Fall of 1949 HAYES M. WALKER, IR. Appointed by the Head Master in the Fall of 1949 WALTER I. BATES JOHN M. Hocc Faculty Members Elected by the Student Body in the Fall of 1949 MR. I. ROGER PALMER MR. FREDERICK KUHN Faculty Members Appointed by the Head Master in the Fall of 1949 MR. HARRY F. SIVIITH MR. PRATT L. TOBEY Members Ex-Officio MR. ROY M. ANDREW DR. CHARLES S. TIPPETTS 115 The irst Roxy run Iieftiafoscliiio, XV. Hates, XYaIske. N. B. LeRoy, Soars. Braham. I.yn4-h. uoml ion r. Tolwy, Mr. Smith, Il. Walker, Dr, 'I'ippn-tts, Urinrml, Mr. Kuhn. Mr. Amlrvw. Third Row--Mr. I':iln1t-r, I. Smith, J. Hogg. Mereersburgs Senate, established in 1905, consists of ten boys, chosen faculty members, and the Head Master, and is the representative governing body of the school. During the past fortyflive years the Senate has acted as a joining link between the faculty and the students and has thus promoted greater unity of purpose and a stronger feeling of understanding and friendship between these groups. It is the important duty of this organization to act as judge in certain cases concern- ing student misdemeanors and as mediator between faculty and students. This or- ganization, having been established for such a long period of time, has endeavored to sustain its reputation as the most honored group on the campus. Each week the Senate meets at least once, in which meetings discussion pertaining to changes or additions in certain student regulations is carried on and, if found to be of importance, brought before the faculty advisers. Dr. Irvine established the Senate for the purpose of acting as a governing body for the Academy. It is essential for any school, whether public or private, to have its own student government elected and appointed in part by the student body, so as to make the group completely democratic. At the close of each school year, the senior class selects one member from the Upper Middler class. Also at this time, two members of the Upper lylicldler class and one member of the Lower Middler class are chosen by the remainder of the school. The remaining members are chosen by the old boys in the fall, appointed by the Head Master, and elected by the faculty. In this manner, which is exceedingly democratic, all phases of school life are represented. To become a member of the Mercersburg Academy Senate is undoubtedly an important and recognized honor carrying impor- tant responsibilities. 114 enate flrnzlinyq f,'l!lC1C1l'lWL '88 Cflulv Hut, Nr. gffilllgf' . . . c'llCI1llSII'y Clulw ljstvnx Marshall llclmtcrs l,I'l'l7llI'C' Clwss Club Meets Future Doctors Cnnfcr V X n f Q . f x lv l Q v ' W 94 If Y I' Q X f NX f r cJHgAN 1g zvr1 : M , my MM! wel Q wi -I GYMNASIUM-1950 BUDK FOUR I f H - , f xv nun E411 ,Z Ky K ,iigvw xg' ' Q ll in ll :+aa i4:g--. fx' fg . 4 , 15rgi1 7 113' C 1 In 3. 1 F fW,'IumI!i'Hwl 'I lI.fll'livlill'li'I :zf3f45u.,,. M -QANwWr Illia W, ,Q io -gills Ill AA - ex F il t t' a c ' on 'no it ciaauglgr c 5 '? 3f?:.,. i5f5?l !l H ,,.ll1l..l'H, lil .. tl?ITyl1-, ll, , 'il gjImilll lil - - l ' L 9 ,. - .gifjg E - s ig X-QNTNQ , ,, - 5 J, ! - L.--,Y-- : +f, K.,-,, N ' -i x .ii-4-Z-J. i X- - .-x. . . , ' f - i A S CYMNIASIUM lil Activities Organizations Publications Musical Groups Athletics Mr. Gibson A This mid-century issue of the KARUX cannot omit a man who served T11e Mercersburg Acad- emy for the greater part of the Hrst half of this twentieth century. Mr. Milo Albert Gibson- coming to Mercersburg in 1912-s e r v e d this school loyally and faithfully until his retirement at graduation exercises in 1949 to take up resi- dence in Renovo, Pa. Mr. Gibson has the honor of being the man who acted as a member of the N teaching Faculty of this school longer than any ' other man-for a period of 38 years. MT- Gibsfm VVhile a member of this campus' faculty, Mr. Gibson achieved an enviable record both at Mercersburg and with other schools, for he was elected Faculty President of The Southern Prep School Y. M. C. A. Conference in 1949. His activities on the hill included adviserships to the campus Y. M. C. A. chapter, the Projection crew, and the honorary German organization, llauchrunde. After graduating from the University of Vermont and the Universities of Kiel and Marburg, Germany, he taught at Johnson CVLD high school, Burlington CVLD high school, Royal Gym- nasium, Kiel, Germany, St. Iohnsbury CVLD Academy, and was principal of the Pittsford CVLD high school. The many classes of Mercersburg boys who knew him remember Mr. Gibson as a worthy teacher and a true friend. The KARUX and the class of 1950 join many other Mercersburg sons in wishing Mr. Gibson great enjoyment in these years of retirement which he so greatly deserves. Mr. Gibson in Class Dr. Tippetts Praises Mr. Gibson 109 l l Bible Class Bible and Remedial Reading In this present-day world where religion plays such a paramount role in the all-important duty of understanding our fellow man, Mercersburg, through the study of the Bihle, endeavors to give each boy an understanding of the fundamentals of western religions under the direction ol' 'lihc lleverend James VV. Moyer. lXlany boys upon arriving at Mercersburg have difficulty in accomplishing their assigned work because they are unable to read either rapidly or proliciently. To remedy this situation in N47 the Remedial Reading department was established under the direction of Mr. Moreau C. Hunt. present Headmaster of the Harrisburg Academy, and Mrs. George F. Hamer, who is now head of this department with Mrs. Norris VV. Grabill as her assistant and hir. Charles E. 'l4homas. In this class the student is trained to read more quickly and to absorb more information while reading. Also his vocabulary is increased by special study of word parts and use ol' dictionary. A tachistoscope is used to increase visual perception by Hashing words on a screen in view of the class. A reading hoard is used for increasing reading rate IHLIS checking so that the rate of reading will not exceed comprehension. Also utilized is a telebinocular which is a achine for screening out boys with visual difficulty. Eye Testing 108 illr. llurvliuiir in lyflllllllg Room Sr41wluy'Ni-gli! fir! Class U I Mechanical Drawing and Art ln our inspection ol' the Acatlerny's classes, we must make mention ol' Mercershurg's Mechani- cal llrawing tlepartment. XN'liile attempting to prepare boys for occupations anti professions ol' later lilic Mercersliurg has not forgotten the prospective engineers anti architects. 'lihis department, uncler the heaml ol' lXlr. Lucian C. Barehain, offers the stuclent an opportunity to learn the funda- l l ' ral inv the lwov for future work in drwlitinv anal enuineerinu nrenta s ol' L rawing in ret y h - 1 h - V . U D 6. An exceeclinglv coininentlable phase ol the education at Mercersluurg is the voluntarv art . . L ' 1 . H ' appreciation class concluetccl every Sunday evening by Mr. Pratt L. Plohey. Each year the art class tliscusses some clillerent area of line arts, as the Academy provides prints of the finest ex- amples ol' art. sculpture anal architecture. Klr. Tobey gives the boys some of the haekgrountl of the print anal ol' its artist uhile also pointing out the beauties and imperfections ol' the picture. . . , . , , , . I , N 1 Once each year this group makes a trip to Washington, U. Cr., where they xlslt tie atlona vallcrv, antl mam' ol' the nation's linest architectural examples. This year the class made a special rs , , trip to XVashington to sec the llahsliurg collection. Puideia Meeting 107 Practice in Reiwling fllofuii l'l'ork lViIli Tape llecririici' Public peaking and Orator Mereershurg Academy requires every hov to receive some form ol' oratorv instruction. All non-seniors have public speaking under the supervision of Nr. Allen VV, Greer. lfach hov is viven mimeographecl sheets of sonnets, poems, and speeches from which he chooses a selection. After direction concerning voice modulation, stance, timing. and gestures. the hov memorifes his selection and delivers it before his fellow classmen. The Oratory classes for seniors, also under the leadership of Mr. Greer, are conducted everv VVednesday. During this period, several boys read selections either from their Oratory texthoolt or from material supplied for them, and their excerpts are recorded on tape. Then their voices are played back to them showing them not only the flaws and deficiencies in their voice and speech but also the commencluhle points. These records, coupled with the recordings oi' the boys' voices, proves both informative and enjoyable. By the spring ol' the year, when the seniors compose, suhmit, and deliver their senior orations, they have hid the ne ' -:sa t'zi 'ix 1 l orutory. . ces ux ilnu ,1 ini experience in 1 Deciimiiztiou Contest ll7ilZ11Ui'X 106 l Mr. Pluntz Explains French Revolution The succeeding history course enlightens the student with the Renaissance and, all the struggles ol' Europe: this history explains many facts which have determined the peace and se' curity of America and the world. Consequently, the history of Europe is made even more interesting hy research and reports on famous men by the students. American History-the course most immediately affecting the people of this country-hegins with the factors in Europe leading to the discovery of America and continues even to the present time. Besides the map study and lecturing connected with this course, the department has every student read the weekly Time magazine, upon which a monthly test is given in order to enlighten the student on current events, the aflairs of this nation, and the prolulems of the world at large. The llistory at Mercerslmurg prepares the student for political science or history courses in college while also giving him a foundation and varied knowledge ol' civilization in the aspects offered hy the four years of history at Mercersburg. XX Attention to Mr. Harris Algp Sfmly 105 Summer Trip to VViIlill?l1Si71l1'tQ Histor In our tom' of observing the good and had attributes of Mercerslmurgs curriculum we notice the excellence ol' the History department of the Academy. Ilistory of all times, including Ancient. Modern European, English, and American History, is offered to the students. The department is headed by Mr. David F. Chapman, who is assisted hy three other masters. Mercershurgs Ancient llistory course includes the era hetween the years ol' 4000 ILC. and the fall of the Roman Empire in 499 A.D. This subject is the foundation upon which all other history is based and from which many other courses both at Mercershurg and in college are derived. The History ol: England is the study of the British Empire, heginning with the Roman invasion of 35 ILC., exposing the domination ol' the Angles and Saxons and Celts, and finally resulting in the learned British nation of today. ln this course the student ohtains a ltnowlcrlgc of the rise of that nation, which has been held in high esteem hy the other countries of the glohe ever since its commencement. Mr. Clmlmmn Lectures Aurericrui Hislory lry Mr. 'Hzmrms 104 Nr. Kulp Helps Merearoris U. M. Spanish Class panish The most popular of all languages at Mercersburg is Spanish, and this is undoubtedly ex- plainahle because of the increased relations with the countries ol' South America, Central America, and Europe where Spanish is the native tongue. This department is under the direction ol' Senor B. Frank Kulp, who is assisted by three other masters. ln this three-year course is given to the students an opportunity to learn, not only the Spanish lanvua we but manf of the Svanish customs and some of the colorful historv of Swain. ru X Y , l The procedure utilized by this department is varied by many projects and exercises including such interests as writing themes on Spanish customs and history, conversation, and drawing maps of Spain. After the Spanish course at Mercersburg has been completed by the student, he is qualified to continue his education in this subject in college, his excellent training received at the Academy standing him in good stead. Mr, Harnly Dictates 103 Help period Mr. Harris Addresses lex Copirinx French ln considering Mercc-rsburg's curriculum, we cannot liail to notice the French department. ol' which Monsieur john M. hlontgornery is the head, assisted very competently by hlessers. Robert ll. Black and Eric E. Harris. These teachers utter to the student a Your-year course in the study of this diplomatic language, from which much ol' the English language has been derived. The first year, or Lower Middler French, prepares the pupil for future studies ol' the language both at Mercersburg and at college. A working vocabulary is established, and the student is exposed to French translation and pronunciation. ln Upper Middler French the policy of the department is continued by reading literature, and learning advanced grammar and vocabulary. The student is prepared by this second-year course to enter Senior French with little difficulty. The third year becomes more intricate and complete with the expectation ol' linishing the French course at Mereersburg, although fourth year French is ol'l'ered for those who desire it. lllr. HAf1Ol1fJ'iSUS!?1'1i0Y French 102 i 1 Gerriiexiz VVitlz Mr. Sfrrmp German lfnr those with thc linguistic touch the lure of the Teutonic language has clrawn many a stuclent intn the lulcl ol' the Mcreershurg German rlepartment, which, upon the retirement nf the Pits! heatl, Mi, Milli A. Cihsnn, is now being capahly heatlecl by Nr. Frank E. Currier. Die tieiilst'Ize Spruclie, mnre euinrnnnly eallenl the German Language, has been, and will cnntinuc tu hc. une nl' the more irnpurtant mediums for cultural and scientific advancement. 'lihis fact, plus a longing lui' more desirable relations with the Germanic nations, lincls many sturlcnts eiicleaxmriiig tn master the German tungue, The yearling stuclent is presented with some of the less tliflicult vocabulary with which he is :ilmlc tu lnastcr the tlietatiun simon tu follow. Then with a grind llllllllldflllll the stuclent is laced with more anal inure of the grammatical phase of the language until hy the second year he has nlmtainecl a simple hut sulhcient reading knowledge. This knowledge is ever inereasecl until in the thircl year he is capahle nf reading 'Schiller and a Few nf his ennternpuraries. I I Air. C'iri'i'iUr's Senior ciL'l'Hlllll rllr. Currier 101 Trump ll ends Cicero Latin VVhile reviewing Mercerslvurg's various languages we ask the question, lsn't Latin a rleatl language? or CEstne Latina lnortura Lingua?D Our emphatic reply is Not at lXlcrccrslmurgl Ar the Academy the Latin department, under the direction of Mr. Grey ll. VVyman. gives the student a firm knowledge of the language, a store of classical haeliground, ancl a fountlation for his own as well as for many other languages, for from Latin eomes the majority ol' present-day English vocabulary. Latin is one of the leacling subjects of Mereershurg's curriculum. 'llhe course hegins with Upper junior Latin, consisting mainly of grammar fundamentals and the huiltling ol' vocalmulary. The second year's work tleals with -lulius Ceasar's coimnentarics on the Callie VVars, while the third phase of the course is composed ol: Cieero's orations anal writings. l7or those hoys interested in Latin poetry, the department offers a fourth-year course on the stucly of Vergilk Aeneicl. All of these courses are accompanied hy a generous sturly of Latin composition anal syntax. I,aIiclii1'ii Meeting Mr. llfyrmrri 100 Mr. ffhnrlmrz Supervises Lnli Mr. lN7tISl1l7lll l'1 Leetzires Chemistry, that hranch ol' science dealing with the composition and properties of matter. is offered to hlercershurg upper middlers in order to give them a thorough understanding of the intricacies ol' elements, compounds, and mixtures, Throughout this course the department under the direction ol' Mr. Roland P. Gilbert, assisted hy Mr. Davis VVashhurn, endeavors to impress tht- student with the relationship hetween chemistry and everyday lille. Upon examination of the hlercershurg science department we rind that Physics, the senior science, is the suhjcct dealing with the practical application and mathematical relations of matter to conunonplace occurrences. Mr. George F. Hamer, head of the Physics department, and Mr. Preston Amspacher attempt to teach the student to solve the mysteries which constantly occur in the more mechanical side of life and consequently make the course hoth interesting and per- sonally signiiicant to the students. ln each oi' these courses, with the exception of General Science, a laboratory period is held once per week. 'fo allow the student to demonstrate his ahility in lahoratory, the grades com' prise one fifth of his science grade: it is considered so important that credit will not he given for his course unless the student satisfies the lahoratory requirements. Aqtmrium ln Biology Room 99 Mr. Ampaclzefs Lal: Mr. IIamer's Plzysics I veture Q UCHCCS To the unfamiliar ohseryer the science department may appear to he a conglomeration ol' test tuhes, specimens, and apparatus, as it did to us, hut upon close examination the department gives evidence of being a well organized machine consisting of four departments: General Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. These courses while heing distinct and separate from the others compose the Mercersburg Academy science department, and as we notice from our examination of this department, each is independent of the other. The upper junior upon entering Mercersburg takes in all prohaluility General Science. the foundation for his future scientific pursuits. ln this stepping stone of more complicated courses the student gets his first look at the various aspects ol' science. Biology, the lower middler science at Mercersburg under the direction ol' Mr. Clarence l.. Charlton, is a study of the complexities arising in plant and animal life. lt is the aim ol' the department to familiarize the student with the various functions and characteristics ol' living organisms in preparation for further courses in hotany and zoology in college. Chemistry Ufitlz Mr. Gilbert 98 Kern Demonstrates for Mr. judd Continuing up the ladder of mathematics until he reaches the rung marked plane geometeryu our scholar finds that reasoning is the main object of this Upper Middler course. lie under- takes situations which can not be properly accomplished by memorization. Many people consider this phase of the math course as the most important because common sense, which is so necessary in our fast-moving world, is developed through the constant tackling of difficult problems of reasoning. Ar last the senior year arrives and the student finds that unless he has majored in a language or history, he is compelled to take one of the two math courses, either advanced algebra and trigoe nomctry or solid geometry coupled with trigonometery. Advanced algebra is the most popular ol' these courses and deals with the higher fundamentals and college examples of third-year algebra. Solid geometry is a lnost necessary subject for boys who are contemplating entering the lield of engineering. This course is the study of plane prisms, lines, and cones in their connection with space and three dimensions. In trig our student learns the whats and wheres of the triangle, i. e., the measurements of the angles and the sides. '1'1'ig VVHI: Mr. Gmlzill illr. H0lL't1I'l1lS Board Work 97 Senior illath Vtfirlz illr. Amireu' Mathematics Visiting class after class and observing each subject carefully, the evaluators found that Mercersburg has an excellent Mathematics department. Heading this all-important subject is the Academy's Dean, Mr. Roy M. Andrew, who, with nine assistants, instructs lXlercershurg's boys in elementary, intermediate, and advanced algebra, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry. lhese ten instructors work constantly in class and help periods to prepare each student for the advanced mathematics he will undoubtedly be required to take in college. In summarizing the four-year course, we find the student beginning with elementary algebra as his Upper -lunior math. Here he makes the change from grammar school arithmetic to the fundamentals of secondary school math with which he will he able to master higher mathematics after working his way through the lirst year course. Accomplishing this necessary work our student finds' himself a Lower Middler and partaking of Intermediate algebra. ln this course problems of a more diflicult degree face him and he realizes that he is well on his way toward s,ccess in mathematics. Colonel flndersmz Explains Algebra Grmlixzg Scheme by Mr. Thomas 96 Lit With Mr. Rmm- Mr. Caldwell Reads prominent thing to attract the eyes is the outside reading assignments, which appear on the black- board. Naturally the reading is of a much more diflicult vein. This can he readily seen, for one cannot fail to notice Moby Dick, The Virginian, and The lied Badge of Courage all prominent- ly displayed on the blackboard. Here again the study of Shakespeare is furthered in the form of 'lulius Ceaser, one of his foremost tragedies. As in the preceding year a large portion of the time is devoted to grammar and the study of theme writing. Then as classes hegin to pass and the third year students begin to filter in the classroom, notice is taken of their present literary work involving Emily Bronte and, of course, Hawthornes House of the Seven Gables. However, our weary Upper Middlers will in time proceed, as we now do, to one of the rooms in which the ironic triumph of the Senior English class is displayed. VVe lind the Senior English different in that a stress is made upon writings of English origin. VVirli the Merchant of Venice hehind them they undertake Macbeth another of Shakespeards more diflicult vet en- grossing tragcdies. For the lirst time the outside reading is restricted to that of the British Isles both past and present. Mr. Clark ls Amused 95 lllr. Smith Explains . Mr. PaImer's CQVKIHIHIKII' English ln the spring of 1949 hlereershuru was visited hv a vroup of evaluators from the Association of Schools and Colleges of the Middle Atlantic States. qllhese men after spending several days inspecting every phase of this school awarded hlercershurg an excellent rating. ln their evalua- tion they visited every Classroom on the campus. Let us now. as the evaluators tlirl, ohserve the various phases of the curriculum. The Upper junior department, although small in size, is extremely important in that it forms a basis upon which the new student builds for the vears to follow. Although lirst year work is eoniposed primarily of gramrnar study, he also delves into the Shakespearean comedy As You like lt while on the lighter side Huckleberry Finn, Men of Iron, and The Yearliug typify the type ol literature also reviewed in detail. i Having procurred some conception of the material covered in Upper -lunior linglish as given here at the Academy we will endeavor to accomplish much the same thing in the remaining three years of English. Upon entering another of the Main-llall classrooms we eome across another of the English classes, this time Lower hliddler, in lull progress. The lirst and most F lllr. Tobey Quotes Disraeli 94 Heading Clrzclcwixu: Mr. Kcmpton Rccurcls Grades Board Wcmrk Parent-Teacher Nlccting Library Interest Reading Buard in Actiun Physics Lab. CURRICULUIVQQ 1 Q? Sr ' W fy-o . X me M. .wx ::w:fg. - ' X f W , ylff, H, 'Iq- 4 , L1'i'l H-Ff A 'w X 'Xi'5'3 ' ' X I N.. A 9 i Ig? W g xy l xx x X I X N ' Al! xx Nm JIU., 'llll' Yff f 1 i M 1 XX ffm' 51'-F XX I fm , M V XMI-' X xxi N1 ' IW 2' f I .3 u D DK THREE MN . 5 WWI an N iff! I ,ffff f wr F W, uf f 2 f X q X m..XgX ws ly X Mx url umuu w gg --- ,..,JNK-'VM--an HK. 'wxll In . -.xA.j-l-x.ll,x.,,LU k ..,-.. ,..L,.v-N N-Q --.-1...-s. W -Q THE QHACKQH 28 X Curriculum ,,,4f William Downie, IV Cleveland Heights, Ohio Morton Raymond Dubman New York, N. Y. Richard James Emory Ridgewood, N. Rowland Erving Pittsburgh, Pa. William Iohnson Evans, Ill Lancaster, Pa. Sidney Feshbach New York, N. Y. John McNatt Cerrish Kirkwood, Mo. Henry William A. Hanson, Hagerstown, Md. Donald Willis Hartman Palmyra, Pa. Robert B. Heist Reading, Pa. Edmund Charles Hessert, jr. Rancocas, N. Roger Smith Hindman Milton, Pa. William Floyd Hoffman Scottdale, Pa. Wendell William Hoone Greensburg, Pa. Richard Arthur Hurd New Castle, Pa. Archbold Marion Iones, lr. Parkersburg, W. Va. Charles William Kollas Carlisle, Pa. David Yee-shu Koo Washington, D. C. Richard Hartzell Krebs Mercersburg, Pa. I. Ira Laird, Ir. Camp Hill, Pa. Donald Grim Laubach, Ir. Easton, Pa. Ira Richard Lidz Lawrence, N. Y. William Ambrose Markley Myersville, Md. Jerry William McRoberts Sheboygan, Wis. Carl Leavitt Meredith Fairmont, W. Va. Robert Bernard Meyer West Orange, N. Mark Anthony Mosolino Pottsville, Pa. Clifford Norman Murray Pittsburgh, Pa. 89 Iohn Francis Peck, Ir. Lancaster, Pa. Leopoldo Pellon Camaguey, Cuba Walter A. Reese, Ir. Middletown, Ohio Edward Hancock Ross Mansfield, Pa. john Robert Schafe Alexandria, Va. Robert Dale Sheaffer Lancaster, Pa. lack Allan Sites Martinsburg, W. Va. Francis Albert Smulders York, Pa. Charles Edgar Snyder Mercersburg, Pa. Robert lean Thieblot Hagerstown, Md. Charles Patterson Trimble Allison Park, Pa. john Klauder Wolf? Ienkintown, Pa. Harold Stewart Wright Somerset, Pa. William Wallace Young Wynnewood, Pa. l-'irxt lluw, front l,1-ft All-ssrs, l'lmpumu, Ainlrn-xv, I'uri'an. Miller, lbr, 'l'iplu-tts. .l:lrnlus. llilln-rt, Monlgonn-rg. Ntuilli. St-mml llow All-mrs. liars-lram, llama-t'. Mrs. llnuu-r, Harris. Stanley. Gull, .lurl4I. laimlis, Yi-aklv, lkrill. 'I'lllrnI limi Mr, llvvflin-r. Nlwzilfvr. llrielgurs. Trimlrlv, l'm-llon. Snyllu-r. llalrtnl, Mr, llollpt, Mr, lllawk. l-'uurtlt llow Ring, Snnululn-rs. .Imam-s. l'ulra-r. S:-hat'1-, Sita-s, Ross, laiiral, limi, R. Wright. , K V littlr lou Kollas. llolfl, llnrtlmln. Murray, llurtl. lim-st-, l4Iumr,v. t'ri4It-r. Frist. Sixth llnw livrrislt, I,al1lm1'I1, Litiz, Ile-trips:-3, llirivnzo. llonm-. ll:-id. lInl'l'm:in, lirying, llululuan. Nu-vm-ntl: lloxy 'l'liivlxlnf, llauson, liyrxue-, Atlantis, mln- llasn-llr. NV. J, lflvxxns. M1-llolwrts. Xlosulino. Mn-rvrlillu. Eigltlll limi' Nlvyvr. Yllllllil. I'n-4-It. Vollrliin-y. l vslxlmvIt, lirs-It 'Iohn David Adams Atlantic Beach, Fla. Paul Nieltolas Bama, -lr Donora. Pa. Cyrus ludy Barton Charleston, VV. Va. .Iohn Courley Baylor lvayueshoro, Pa. Ralph Nicholas Bing Wfashington, D. C. ummer Session llaryey Clifton Bridge 5, Rlurlclvy, llaylor. llimlman, llarhm. Roll rs, -lr. Blue Ridge Summit, Pa. Bohert Charles Byrne Pittsburgh, Pa. VVilliam Burleigh Cou Somerset, Pa. VVayne Stewart Crider Hagerstown, Md. Samuel Smith Crist Columbia, Pa. 88 I'l'l1C'y Bohert VVinthrop Culver hlontelair, N. -I. Christiaau Cerard de llaseth Curacao, N. XV. 1. liranli Bruce Dem isey l . Suitlaml, hid. -lohu Bertram Diener, lr. Beading, Pa. llomenielt Louis ljil'lL'lllO Some rset, Pa, Upper Junior Class History As we write, we are still Upper Juniors, most of us living in Laucks hall. We have hopes of graduating in 1953 with high honors in all activities: sports, extra curricular, and classroom. We believe we have made a good start, having members on the high honor roll, in the different clubs, and on the soccer, wrestling, basketball, football, and swimming teams. Our class sees the hard task ahead of us, but we shall try to carry on the tradition of Mercersburg as well as we can. At the first meeting, November 29, Walter Burgin was elected president. Other officers elected were William Draper, secretaryg and John Ross, historian. JOHN FULLER Ross, H istorian. Upper Junior Class Roll Homer Edward Baker Hialeah, Fla. William Henry H. Bollman Lancaster, Pa. Walter Hotchkiss Burgin, Jr. New Cumberland, Pa. Henry Arnold Burhans, Jr. Syracuse, N. Y. Charles Tawney Clark Pittsburgh, Pa. Walter Sheldon Clarke Silver Springs, Md. William Bateman Draper, Jr. Wayne, Pa. William Frederick Eichhorn Carnegie, Pa. George Wesley Feltyberger, Jr. Pittsburgh, Pa. Paul Everett Flood Chevy Chase, Md. Charles Grant Fly, III Harrisburg, Pa. Donald Kirkwood Galbraith Barcelona, Venezuela Donald Stauifer Gordon Belle Vernon, Pa. Michael Andrew Griley Lancaster, Ohio Noel Peter Hamilton Philadelphia, Pa. Donald William Harper Kensington, Md. Frederick Charles Heinz Pittsburgh, Pa. Stuart Jamison Horner, Jr. Pittsburgh, Pa. Charles Percy Hutchinson, Jr. Trenton, N. J. Thomas Frank Kaiss Hagerstown, Md. Robert Arthur Keely New Castle, Pa. Lee Josef Kinburg Allentown, Pa. 87 Christopher Middleton King Alliance, Ohio Edmond Eugene Long, Jr. Sao Paulo, Brazil Richard Demarest Mayer Beaver, Pa. David Clifford Meyers, Jr. Mercersburg, Pa. Louis Howard Miller Baltimore, Md. Peter William Perry Pittsburgh, Pa. John Fuller Ross Beaver Falls, Pa. Roger Nicholas Sexauer Flushing, N. Y. Daniel Morrell Stackhouse, III Lewisberry, Pa. Joseph Iddings Weinschenk, r New Castle, Pa. David Pond Willis, Jr. Browns Mills, N. 1 - l1l.r Inu. frum Le-fl M4-yvl's, ll. D. Mzuf-r, tlurllun, Stall-lclxmlsv, We-iam-ln-nlc. l r1', liurgiu, M. Hrilq. U. t'l:ul L' .,. Nr mul lluw W. l4I2ll'lii'. Kinhx-rg:. Hullvralitln, Ke-1-ly. lluIvhinsm1, lk Hzuniltun, Sc-mann-r. I., Milla-I-, President Secretary Historian 'l'l1irnI Huw l'1-rry. Iiuiws, Willis. llurnvr, lla-iuz, IG, l.m1:', liurlunw, llalrlu-r, V. Kin-g. Ifuurt In limvr-li, Ilulu-r, l 6'lfj'lbl'l 'Q-'I' Ihfllluam. lH':l1u-lx .I. Russ. Fifill lion f -Iffis-hlmrn. lfluml. pper Junior Class OFFICERS WALTER PIOTCHKISS Bumzm, New Cumberland, P1 VV1LL1A1x1 BATEMAN DRAPER, JR., VVax'nc, Pa 86 -IOHN FULLER Ross, Beaver Falls, P1 Richard Franklin Kline, Ir. Frederick, Md. William Ronald Lakeman Ridgewood, N. Henry William LeCore, Ir. LeCore, Md. David Robert Lenington Sao Paulo, Brazil Robert Enzer Lewis, Ir. Indiana, Pa. Daniel Ronald Lombard Youngstown, Ohio Constantine Louis Manos Greensburg, Pa. Stanley Herbert Margolis Charleston, W. Va. Carry Pepper Martin Charleston, W. Va. Austin Vail McClain, lr. Easton, Pa. Charles Robert McCivern Allison Park, Pa. Charles Bruce McCranahan Pittsburgh, Pa. Donald Charles Miller Ellicott City, Md. Lower Middler Class Roll James Isidoros Moraitis Flushing, N. Y. john Alfred Morefield, lr. Camp Hill, Pa. Robert MacGregor Morison Denver, Colo. jules Salem Neviaser Washington, D. C. Arno Paul Niemand, lr. Douglaston, N. Y. Rudolph Herr Nissley, Ir. Lancaster, Pa. Robert Thomas O'Neill Hanover, Pa. Francis joseph Pogan Iersey City, N. Walter Albert Reese Middletown, Ohio Stanley Keith Robinson Pittsburgh, Pa. Richard Arnold Roschli Waynesboro, Pa. Benicio Felipe Sanchez, Ir. Santurce, Puerto Rico 85 Iohn Moody Strite Chambersburg, Pa. joseph Felix Menchaca Suarez San Juan, Rizal, Philippines Thomas Lee Thomas Bloomfield Hills, Mich. William Arthur Thompson, III Palos Verdes Estates, Calif. Walter Aloysius Tighe Margate, N. Charles Patterson Trimble Allison Park, Pa. Richard Noel Walton Huntington, N. Y. Charles McCauley Waygood Philadelphia, Pa. David Sherby Weinberg Frederick, Md. John King Wright Buck Hill Falls, Pa. Rodrigo Ycaza, Ir. Cuayaquil, Ecuador Donald Lawrence Young Baltimore, Md. Richard Edward Alexander Trenton, N. Howard Elliott America, Ir. Wasliington, D. C. Donald Franklin Barnd Williamstown, Pa. john Dodd Bates Meadville, Pa. Charles Ralph Beall, jr. Martinsburg, W. Va. Bruce George Brown Rochester, N. Y. Richard Collum Busek Lorain, Ohio Robert Charles Byrne Mt. Lebanon, Pa. Hugh Boyd Cameron Elyria, Ohio David Blanchard Carr Trucksville, Pa. Nicolas Febres Cordero Guayaquil, Ecuador Wayne Stewart Crider Hagerstown, Md. Herbert Isaac Dorfan Pittsburgh, Pa. Lower Middler Class Roll Gerald Basile Droz Lancaster, Pa. Luther Maeulen Ertel South Williamsport, Pa. Bruce Dwight Evans Cresson, Pa. Charles Francis Flannery New Castle, Pa. Frederick lay Fox, Ir. Clermont, Fla. Ioe Barnes Fredlock Morgantown, VV. Va. Louis Gustav Galliker, III Johnstown, Pa. David Lee Center Mt. Lebanon, Pa. Frederick Matthew Goldberg Allentown, Pa. Sheldon Curtin Goldsmith Dallas, Texas Donald Haverstick Goodyear, Carlisle, Pa. Leonard Stanley Gradowski Glen Head, N. Y. George Pearson Greenbaum Kittanning, Pa. 84 john Samuel Gregory- York, Pa. Herbert Jackson Gump Everett, Pa. Benjamin Alan Harris Van Wert, Ohio Lawrence Roberts Hartung Drexel Ielill, Pa. Bruce Alan Hauseh Akron, Ohio George Tobias Whipp Hendrix Olean, N. Y. William Floyd Hoffman Scottdale, Pa. Henry Robins Hollyday, jr. Easton, Md. William Augustas Julius Harrisonburg, Va. Stephen Edgar Katz Freeport, N. Y. john Rodney King, III Georgetown, Delaware James Finch Kirk, jr. Pittsburgh, Pa. Lower lVliddler Class History The Lower Middler Class of 1949-1950 is proving itself worthy of being called one of the most important classes of the school. In the years gone by the excellent traditions of this class have been put into the hands of new Lower Midcllers who have and will always carry on this line work. Already, with only one year's experience here behind them, many boys have earned well-won places on the High honor roll. These potential Cum Laude members are more than a credit to their class, for they also set ex- amples for the lower-classmen. We of the Lower Middler Class are extremely proud to have the out- standing names of many of our classmates on nearly all the varsity teams. We find that we have acquired ranks on all the major teams thus far this yearg undoubtedly we will do likewise henceforth. The Lower Middler Class is well represented not only in athletics but also in such important organizations and clubs as the KARUX, The Mercers- burg News, El Circulo Espanol, Les Copains, The Caducean club, Latic- lavii, and many others. In view of all the achievements of our class, we are quite confident that in the two years remaining to us here, and in our future life, we shall carry the honor and the glory of Old Mercersburgf' joia B. FREDLOCK, Historian. 83 I'ilwi How, frum I.:-fl Margolis. Mumitia, Trimlvlv, Sum-ln-Z, ll-rvlu-ru. I-Irh-1, IIulIy1l:l5. Ilalllsvh. l.vllillu'1ull,F, llnbilmm, Young li. Ilrmvn. 1':u'r. vwuml limx liralnlnwskl. I r4'1llw'li. .Xnu-riq-:x. Hrs-4-lllr:llll1l. 1':llm-run. H. H. L1-mis, Vox, 451-lllvr. Xlurisml, M4-lirxlllrlluln. Nvvizlsu-I' XI1-him-rn. lllirrl How Y4-nzrl. IH, liwllns. Suuru-Z. I,mnlv:umI, lluwlxli. II:1r1'iQ. Kirk. 1'ri4l1-r. J, lint:-s, Imrfzln, lizqtz. 'l'. 'l'!n.n1:us. W. lloITm:ln Imlrth Hou limulya-:ll', tiolnlxmitll. Niu-m:Il11I. Julius. Hzlllika-l'. ll. A11-vlmlf-r, Wm-illlu-ru. Gulwllu-ru, K. Wriullt, Wulhnl, l'oL::m Mzllms. lifilx liuw ll:-e-sv, tilw-:'m'y, l.e-Gun-, l4'l:ll1m-ry. 'l'lm1npsml, Hump. Nisslvy, Xlvl'l:1in. Walgqmnl, 42, Martin. 11. llrnz, llf-ull, lilxrm- ixlll Hun KVN1-ill, Ii:ll'mI, Mmw-Iivlwl. lilmk. Tiuln-. Il. Mille-r, lilim-, Slrits-, Ilurtuuu. Lower Middler Class OFFICERS President - Cj0NS'l'ANTINE Louls IXIANUS, c:l'CCI1Sl3LIl'g, Pu. 5c'1'r'a'fr1rj'- A BIHICE Dwuzur EVANS, Crcssun, Pu. Ilistorizm - 'lolz BARNES FREDLOCK, 1X'lUI'g2lI'lIOU'I1, XV. Vu. 82 GEORGE JOHNSTONE, III Grove City, Pa. GEORGE MICHAEL KERN New Cumberland, Pa. JOHN HOARE KERR Washington, D. C. THOMAS MITCHELL KIDD Pittsburgh, Pa. DONALD CHARLES KNODEL Wilmington, Del. EUSTIS LANCASTER, III Johnson City, Tenn. LAWRENCE LATTOMUS, II Lancaster, Pa. DONALD GRIM LAUBACH, JR. Easton, Pa. ROBERT GIBSON LAUGHLIN Drexel Hill, Pa. CLARENCE VICTOR LEE, JR. Uniontown, Pa. JOHN STEVENS LEMKE, JR. Detroit, Mich. NORMAN LEVIN Jeannette, Pa. WALT NELSON LICHTENBERGER Highspire, Pa. JOEL ADELSON LICHTENSTUL Pittsburgh, Pa. RICHARD LUTHER LINKINS Washington, D. C. IIILARY JAY LIPSITZ Ahoskie, N. C. GERALD RONALD LUNDEEN Gardner, Mass. ROBERT DUFFIELD MAST VVyomissing, Pa. ROBERT TOWNSEND MAYER Beaver, Pa. ALLEN CHAPPELL MCCONNELL Philadelphia, Pa. THOMAS HERBERT MCGANN Drexel Hill, Pa. VICTOR BRUCE MCINTYRE Six Mile Run, Pa. JOHN BRAXTON McKEE, JR. Winchester, Va. JERRY WILLIAM MCROBERTS Sheboygan, VVis. DEMAS LINDLEY MoVAY, JR. Coraopolis, Pa. GEORGE HUNTER MILEY, II Petrolia, Pa. pper iddler Class Roll CRAIG BROWN MILLER Scottdale, Pa. JAMES MCFARLAND MILLER Cherry Tree, Pa. JOHN FRANKLIN MILLER, III Winnetka, Ill. ABNER PETER MITCHELL Old Greenwich, Conn. DAVID SLATER MITCHELL Monaca, Pa. RONALD KENT MOWREY New Cumberland, Pa. JOHN SHREVE NICHOLSON New York, N. Y. DONALD LEE NIXON Phillipsburg, N. J. BENGT ANDERS NORBORG Borgviksbruk, Sweden GILBERT ROGERS PALM Plainfield, N. J. WARREN JAMES PASHLEY, JR. Cortland, N. Y. ROBERT WILLARD PRESTON Harrisonburg, Va. JOSEPH LEWIS PUDDU Pottsville, Pa. THOMAS HADLEY REYNOLDS, II Youngstown, Ohio PAUL MICHAEL RITTER Williamsport, Pa. JOSEPH MORRISON SALSBURY, JR. Pittsburgh, Pa. THEODORE MORTON SANDSON Irwin, Pa. ALAN PAUL SAVORY Binghamton, N. Y. ROBERT DALE SHEAFFER Lancaster, Pa. LAWRENCE! DANIEL SHERIDAN Bethlehem, Pa. JOSEPH SHEPSEL SILVERMAN Altoona, Pa. ISAAC NOYES SMITH, JR. Charleston, W. Va. JAMES DAVID SMITH Roaring Spring, Pa. ROBERT GLEASON SMITH Oakmont, Pa. HERVEY RUSSELL SMOUSE Oakland, Md. CHARLES EDGAR SNYDER Mereersburg, Pa. 81 DONALD JOSEPH SPOLTORE Bridgeton, N. J. EDWARD VERNON STEPHENSON Mt. Lake Park, Md. WILLIAM GOOD THALHEIMER Wilmington, Del. ROBERT JEAN THIEBLOT Hagerstown, Md. HENRY GILBERT TI-IRESHER Garden City, N. Y. CHARLES SAMUEL TRUMP Berkeley Springs, W. Va. CARL SHERMAN TSCHANTRE Severna Park, Md. JAMES EDWARD TURNEY, II Indiana, Pa. WILLIAM ALFRED UNDERWOOD, III Asheboro, N. C. OSBORNE FRANCIS WACHTER Frederick, Md. HAYES McCLELLAND WALKER, JR Rockville Centre, N. Y. RICHARD RI-IEA WALKER Locust Valley, N. Y. JAMES RICHARD WARD Hollidaysburg, Pa. DAVID LANE WARING Palmerton, Pa. THOMAS ERDMAN VVEAVER, JR. Catasauqua, Pa. WILLIAM THOMAS WEAVER Pittsburgh, Pa. THOMAS CLARKSON HUNTER WEBSTER Mercersburg, Pa. ROBERT KENDAR WEIR Newport, R. I. ROBERT CHARLES WEISSERT Glenshaw, Pa. MILO RITTER VVHITE, JR. Detroit, Mich. JOHN WIRTH WILDE Philadelphia, Pa. LEON I. VVILLIAMS, JR. Pittsburgh, Pa. JOHN PASLEY WILSON Maplewood, N. J. RICHARD WITTINGI-IAM WILSON Maplewood, N. J. THOMAS GEORGE WRIGHT, JR. Tarentum, Pa. DEWEY LEE YODER, JR. Willow Grove, Pa. PHILIP ZURAVLEFF Erie, Pa. JOHN NELSON AKE Hammonton, N. J. CHARLES VAN NUYS ALLEN Rochester, Minn. LEARD REED ALTEMUS, JR. Johnstown, Pa. IIORACE BROCKMAN ANDERSON, JR. Johnstown, Pa. VVILLIAM HENRY LOCKE ANDERSON, JR. East Liverpool, Ohio JOIIN BURTON ANDREWS Nazareth, Pa. JOHN CANNON ANDREWS Fort VVorth, Texas ALBERT ERIC BACIIMAN Gettysburg, Pa. BURDETTE ERNEST BAKER Youngstown, Ohio JOHN MacEVOY BAKER Ridgewood, N. J. ROLLIN MEEK BARNES Coshocton, Ohio DAYID HENRY BARNETT Crafton, Pa. CYRUS JUDY BARTON, JR. Charleston, VV. Va. EDVVARD GRANT BARTON Norwalk, Conn. SHANE BOYD BELFORD Ballymoney, Ireland PETER BERLINGHOF Baltimore, Md. ROBERT VVILDER BIGGS, JR. Pittsburgh, Pa. PAUL JOSEPH BINDER York, Pa. RALPH NICHOLAS BING VVashington, D. C. THEODORE ADOLF BLUNK Cumberland, Md. CHARLES VVILLIAM BOVVSER, JR. Oakmont, Pa. RICHARD SANFORD BRODY Kittanning, Pa. CLAY MERRILL BROWN Reading, Pa. LLOYD THOMAS BRYAN, JR. Short Hills, N. J. MAX DRY BURLESON, JR. Albemarle, N. C. LESTER EARL CAGLE, JR. Havertown, Pa. Upper iddler Class Roll WALTER JOHN CARL, JR. Hammondsport, N. Y. YVILLIAM EVANS CARLSON Renovo, Pa. PETER VVHEELER CARPENTER Coshocton, Ohio NVILLIAM RAFFERTY CHAPMAN Syracuse, N. Y. CHESTER WILLIAM CIIRISTENSEN, JR. Akron, Ohio WILLIAM HARTMAN CLUTZ Mercersburg, Pa. IIERMAN WILLIAM COLBERG San Juan, Puerto Rico SAMMY CHRIST CONTAKOS Johnstown, Pa. FRANK YUILLIS COOK Evanston, Ill. THOMAS JAMES CROPPER Ocean City, Md. BARTON HALLAM DANIEL Pittsburgh, Pa. JOSEPH HAUPTMAN DANZER Oil City, Pa. EWING VVILBUR DAY, III Sarasota, Fla. DONALD JOSEPH DOLDER Lynbrook, N. Y. FRED EZRA DOUGLAS VVaverly, N. Y. XVILLIAM KERFOOT DUNKER Vilashington, D. C. RALPH GRAHAM DUNLOP Pittsburgh, Pa. JOHN ALBERT DURSCHINGER Beaver, Pa. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN FAUNCE, III Coraopolis, Pa. PHILIP SIEG FEIGEL Newfoundland, Pa. RALPH McKEE FELDMAN, JR. Chambersburg, Pa. VICTOR BOYD FISHER VVyomissing, Pa. DONALD GORDON FOLLETT, JR Swarthmore, Pa. GEORGE WESLEY FREEMAN Petersburg, Pa. RICHARD FRANCIS FRISBIE Auburn, N. Y. RALPH RODNEY GARVER, JR. Hagerstown, Md. 80 HENRY ELIAS GERHART Jonestown, Pa. JOHN MCNATT CERRISII Kirkwood, Mo. THOMAS REED GILLOGLY Zanesville, Ohio EARL MILLARD GLOTFELTY VVayncsboro, Pa. WILLIAM FRANCIS GOODMAN Snow Hill, Md. NORMAN SANDER GREENBERG Altoona, Pa. CHARLES MARQUIS GREER Carnegie, Pa. GARY FOSTER GREER Bradford, Pa. YVILLIAM GEORGE GREER, JR. Vtlynnewood, Pa. THEODORE DILLON GRILEY Lancaster, Ohio ROBERT JAMES GRINE Tarentum, Pa. ORVILLE GENE IIALDEMAN Lititz, Pa. RICHARD ARTMAN IIARTLEY Staunton, Va. NORMAN CLARK IIARTMAN Pittsburgh, Pa. YVILLIAM JAMISON IIARVEY Cranford, N. J. VVILLIAM ARETAS IIASKELL, II Stamford, Conn. WILLIAM CRAIG IIENDRICKS, JR Brookville, Pa. WALTER JOHN HERRSCIIER San Pedro, Honduras WILLIAM CLAIR HIDLAY, JR. Bloomsburg, Pa. RICHARD LEE HOFFMAN Waynesboro, Pa. ROBERT PINCKNEY HOOPER Baltimore, Md. JOHN ROSS-LEWIN HOWELL Midland, Pa. VVILLIAM THOMAS HUNGIVILLE Rixford, Pa. CHARLES EDVVARD IIUNT Towson, Md. ROBERT DOUGLAS IIUNTLEY VVashington, D. C. LEVVIS CLIFFORD JOHNSON Claymont, Del. Upper Middler Class History Throughout the history of Mercersburg the Upper Middler class has maintained a continuous and remarkable record of leadership, cooperation, and character. For more than fifty years students in this group have been building a goal toward which we of the present day might strive to achieve. We look back on the accomplishments of our predecessors with pride and satisfaction, for now in 1950 we know that we have attained that goal! Beginning two years ago with 30 Upper Juniors, our class has now increased to over 100. In the course of these past two years, we have gradually extended and in- creased our participation, first in the minor phases of the school's curriculum and later in more important aspects, 'until now there is hardly an organization, scholastic, athletic, or honorary, which does not include Upper Middlers in its membership. Each marking period the high honor roll has verified the fine quality of scholarly achievement which so many of our boys have diligently established. All linguistic clubs in the school have a definitive amount of Upper Middler support. Laticlavii, Les Copains, Bauchrunde, and El Circulo Espanol have profited more by the work of boys in our group than ever before. ln several of these organizations third year students have held oflicerships. The three publications of the Academy, the Mercers- burg News, the Lit, and the KARUX, have functioned largely through the loyal service of many Upper Middlers. We had also a large delegation of boys in other extra-cur- ricular activities, such as the Paedeia, the Stony Batter dramatic club, the jurisprudence society, the Stamp club, and the Press club. In the field of athletics we have had equally superb participation. In track one boy from the Upper Middler class won the Williams Cup, while in tennis another Upper Middler held the school record in the singles. Several participated on the various varsity squads-football, basketball, soccer, wrestling, baseball, swimming, and cross country. Those who did not win positions on the first teams adhered faithfully to the Iayvees and third teams all through the year. Musical life at Mercersburg has been enriched by the talented support of over one-third of our class. The Chapel Choir, the Clee club, the Blue and White Melo- dians, and the Concert Band are the chief organizations in which the Upper Middlers are well represented. Another year yet lies ahead of us. Many boys, here with our class for a final year of preparation before college, will not return this fall to see their colleagues on the graduating platform next June. We thank them for all they have done and for their continued contributions to the success of our class. As for the rest of us, we will strive not only to keep our record at its present level of excellence, but will try to reach an even higher goal of achievement and success than that which we have attained thus far. We will not fail. CHARLES S. TRUMP, Historian. 79 First lit-w. frnm Loft 4':1rlte-lite-r. Ilurvt-y. Vcmtstkos. Slim-:1tTt-r, Il. Smith. Sumlsmt, ll, l :tum't-, Mt-Katy, lttlflhtlll, lltlhh-tmtn, l'utItht Xixtm. timnlntttii. 'l'urnt-y. ll. lluffmaln. Il. t'nllm1'g'. Il. XV:l1kt'r. Sw-mitl limv- R4-rIim:hnf, W. NW-flvvr, Iltmf. Smyth-r, W, Amit-rsnn, LM-. IIi1ll:ly, I,it'lite-tlstul, T. We-:tt'vl'. Wurtl. J, Xl. Millvr, Um-I lltlrst'him:vr. IIf-lttlrivlis. H. Ilurtnu, Bing. 'Fhird llmt' Wm-lttrr, Cromwr. Johnstnnv. Iittrlvstm. St-ltrnvk. Btu-hm:tn, l 4'l4illl2l1l. Mt-tlnnn. t'h:t1mmn. .tilt-nuts. Le-vin. Imam-r, Lumtt-vu Ilttske-ll. Tltttlltvilm-r, Tm-lmltfrf-. Lt-mkv. l tntrth ll:-tt I1'l't-unltln, llrmly, F, Brown. XVl1i!4', Illllllk, Nivltulsml. J. ll. Amlrttww. Nurlmrg. tllntfvlty, I.um-ttsttr. Dttnlup, Higgs It. NViI1i:um4. tit-rrish, J, il. Kimi. D. Mifvln-ll. Fifth Iimv 'l'. Wright. A, Mitt-In-ll, Kvrr, lie-lft-ral. Must, tlerhart, tizlrvvr. Iiull1:l:ts.Akv. I.. Juhnsmt, tirt-1-ltln-rg, Bztrm-s, l.it-Iitn-nhl-rg:-1' Zumvlt-iT. llvlutyrt-, lluwt-ll, ti. tirfwi. Sixtl: lhm - Sulslmry. XV. Grr-1-r, Milfy. Mnwrvy. Kc-rn. .l. D. Smith, J. l'. Amir:-ws. H. Wulkvr. I'mh-rwumt. lfriwhie-, Lipsitz, Alle-it Mvllulu-1't.-. Iiatrnt-tt. II. R. Amie-rsmi, Ilerrst-In-r. St-xv-ntlt Ilowf Day. xVOIlSiPl , We-ir, Imttonlits. Hartley. Pri-stmi, Kirhl. Bryant, .L Wilsml. l':ilm, II. Wilson. W4-irst-rt. .l. I . Milla-r Latltltttt-h, Trttnzp, Savory, Thrvsht-r. liiuhth Huw Fisln-1', Ilunuivill'-. Ilmttlvy, Imltlvr. I'1xshlty, Ilunit-l. .I'. Bula-i', ll. Mnyvr, Vllttz. 'l'hio-hint, Iluultvr. Grim-. Funk, Linkins Kumi:-l, Hillmzly, Ltutg:hIin. Ninth Ilnwf-l'hrist4-nst-n. Fnlle-tt. Stoplietismi, Ymlt-r, l':tp:I1-. NVihlr-. 11+-ynnhls. Silw-rmun. She-ritlatn. Ibtuiks-r. Snmusv, f'. Millvr. li. liultt-1' tirilv-y, I. Smith. Iimvwr, C. Burton. pper Middler Class President ISAAC NOYES SINIITII, Charleston, VV. Va. Secretary A HAYES IX1CCLEI,LAND WALKER, Rockville Centre, N. Y. Hismrimz CYHARLES SAMUEL Tnutxlv, Berkclcv Springs, NV. Vu. 78 MRS. TIPPETTS 'liliis picture, taken scvcrzil yours ago ut si lmullct liinclicun AI North Umttzigc. the liczicliiiiistcik home, slwws Nci'ccrslmurg's liirst l.acly in ai ulmmcrurisric pose. Hoi' kindly lwspiniliry mul Ullllilggillg intcrcat in Mci'ccrslmi'g buys will not bu liurgottcii lay tliu Class nl' 1950. 'TT JOHN MONTGOMERY WEBB jack South Cottage R. D. 731 Sewickley, Pa. Irvinfg News Board '50g El Circulo Es- pnno '49g Chemistry Club '49, '50, Cadu- cean Club '50, Baseball '47, Stamp Club '49, Radio Club '49, '50, Tennis '50, Iuris- prudence Society '50, WALTER ALBERT WELLINGER, IR. Well South Cottage 129 Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa. Irving. ROBERT CHARLES WILLIAMS Bob Main Hall Annex 434 Perry Avenue Greensburg, Pa. Irving, El Circulo Espanol '50, Treasurer '50, Stamp Club '48, '49, '50, Secretary '48, President '49, '50, Gun Club '48, Projection Crew '48, '49, '50, President '50, J. V. Baseball Manager '48, '49, '50. THOMAS ELBERT WILLIAAIS, ll Tom South Cottage Braddock Heights, Md. Irving, I. V. Football Manager '49, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, LEWIS WIRT WILSON JAN MLINTHE KAAS 'Leuf' Keil Hall H Kell Hall 1632 Taylor Avenue Mauritz Hansens gt Elkins, W. Va. Kongsberg Norway Irving, Chess Club '49. Maishall Les Copuns 50 Culticenn Club WILLIAM DAVIS TAYLOR Bill' 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Windy Hill Fami Thurmont, Md. Irving, Swimming '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Football '50, Swimming '49, Track '50, Declamation Contest VVinner '49. ROBERT JOHNSON THOMAS Bolo 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 316 Rockwell Terrace Frederick, Md. hlarshall, Laticlavii '49, '50, Football '48, '49, '50, Basketball '48, '49, Varsity '50, Marshal of the Field '50. RICHARD LEWIS THORNBURGH Dick Keil Hall Kings Highway, Rosslyn Farms Carnegie, Pa. Irving, News Board '48, '49, '50, Senior Sports Editor '50, Press Club '49, '50, Les Copains '48, '49, El Circulo Espanol '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Base- ball '49, Tennis '50. JAMES ELLERY TOBIAS Tobey Main Hall Woolrich, Pa. Marshall, Les Co ains '50, Radio Club '50, Gun Club '49, Flzrotball '49, '50, VVrestling '49, jurisprudence Society '50. JOHN PETER VALAER Pre-ricky South Cottage 139 North Street BuHalo, N. Y. Irving, Swimming '50, Class Officer-Mar shal '50, Les Copains '50, Caducean Club '50, Secretary '50, Stamp Club '45, '46, '47, Wrestling '45, '46, '47, '49, '50, Varsity '50, Baseball '49, '50, Football '45, '46, '47. PANAYOTIS VRETTACOS Pete Maple Cottage 28 Plateon Street Athens, Greece Marshall, Nevin Oration '50, Cum Laude '50, Les Copains '50, Soccer '49, '50, Captain '50, Track '50, Intemational Club '49, '50. RONALD GILAIORE WALSKE Ron 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 201 Edgevale Road Baltimore, Md. Irving, Treasurer '50, Class OfIicer-Presi- dent '48, KARUX Board '50, Senate '50, Chapel Ushers '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '48, '49, '50, Chess Club '49, Club BS Officer '50, Varsity Club '47, '48, '49, '50, Varsity Swimming '47, '48, '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '47, Yacht Club '48, '49. JOHN RICHARD SOARS Dick Keil Hall 229 VVest Penn Street Muncy, Pa. Marshall, Basketball '50, Senate '49, '50, Fifteen '50, Les Copains '49, '50, Chapel Usher '48, '49, '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Varsity Football '48, '49, '50, v,'jr i'v,r .irslty Club 48, 49, 50, Xarsity XVrestling '48, '49, '50, Captain '50, Track '48, blar- shal of the Field '49, '50, Entertainment Usher '50. ALEXANDER VVHITE SPEARS, lll Al 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Crindstone, Pa. Marshall, Cadueean Club, Vice President '50, Gun Club '49, Club SS Oiliecr '50, Varsity Club '50, Football '49, Varsity '50, NVrestling '49, '50, Varsity '50, Track '50, Varsity '50. JAIYIES ClAlXIPBELL SPEER jim Main Hall 307 Lincoln Way East Chambersburg, Pa. Marshall, Choir '50, Clec Club '50, Swimming '50. .IOSEPH CouLBouRN STERLING joe Main Hall Annex East Main Street Crisfield, Md. lrying, Les Copains '50, Laticlavii '49, Stamp Club '48, '49, '5O. BRAINERD PAYNE STRANAIIAN Strawn South Cottage 171 Linden Avenue Englewood, N. Irving, Debating Team '49, '50, Yalcdicto- rian '50, Cum Laude '50, Class Officer- llistorian '48, News Board '48, '49, '50, Feature Editor '49, Associate Editor '50, Lit Board '50, Editor-in-Chief '50, Press Club '48, '49, Fifteen '50, Les Copains '49, '50, Laticlavii, Quaestor '48, Chemistry Club '50, Choir '49, '50, Clee Club '49, JAY HARoLD STRICKLER Strick 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 524 Hillcrest Place Pittsburgh, Pa. Marshall, Kfxltux Board '50, Rancbruiulc '50, Glee Club '50, Radio Club '50, Y? FIAMES ALoYs1Lis SL1T'roN im Kcil Hall l 134 Pennsylvania Avenue Wycnniissing, Pa. Marshall, Swimming '50, Track '50. 1 l'1'f1Ie wo' , I N- 5. iw -' M IACK ALLAN SITES ack 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 1301 VVest King Street Martinsburg, W. Va. rving, Stamp Club '50, Xvrestling '50, Varsity '50. DoN COVILL SIQINNER Skinn1an South Cottage 295 North Main Street Meadville, Pa. Irving, Band '50, News Board '49, '50, Cartoonist '49, '50, Lit Board '50, Art Editor '50, Choir '49, '50, Flagbearer '49, Librarian '49, '50, Crucifer '50, Glee Club '49, Concert Band '49, '50, Football Band '49, '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Vice-President '50, Paideia Club RICHARD E. SLAUGENIIOUPT, IR. Dick Keil Hall 1309 Wood Street Pittsburgh, Pa. Irving, News Board '49, '50, Business Manager '50, KARUX Board '49, '50, El Cir- uulo Espanol '50, Chess Club '49, Soccer '49, '50, Baseball '48, '49, '50, jurispru- dence Society '50, Chemistry Club '50. CHARLES KENNITII SLICK Skip Main Hall Annex Fountain Head Heights Hagerstown, Md. Irving, Band '49, '50, Fifteen '50, Secretary '47, Les Copains '49, Laticlavii '47, '49, Y. M. C. A. Cabinet '49, Vice President '49, Chess Club '49, '50, Paideia Club '50, En- tertainment Usher '50. BRADFORD DAVISKJN SAIIII1 Brad Maple Cottage 539 East Avenue Lockport, N. Y. Irving, Band '49, '50, Fifteen '50, Secretary '50, Rauchrunde '50, Secretary '50, Chem- istry Club '49, '50, Concert Band '49, '50, Blue and XVhite Melodians '49, '50, Foot- ball Band '49, '50, Cadueean Club '50, Bas- ketball '49, Baseball '49. JAMES ALVIN SAIITII jim blain Hall Annex 60 VVilson Avenue Uniontown, Pa. Irving, El Circulo Espanol '50, Chess Club '49, '50, Stamp Club '49, '50, Treasurer '50, FRANCIS ALBERT SIXIULDERS Smoo Main Hall Annex 801 Florida Avenue York, Pa. Irving, Chess Club '48, '49, '50, Gun Club '49, '50, Projection Crew '48, '49, '50, VVrestling '48, '49, '50, Football '48, Base- ball '49, '50. JOHN ROBERT SCHAFE ROBERT BARTHOLD SHAPTO jack 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Bob 'Eighty-eight Dormitorx 208 Summers Drive 420 Terhune Avenue Alexandria, Va. Irving. EDWARD ill-XRRIS SCIIEIBLER Ed Main Hall Annex 607 Maple Lane Sewickley, Pa. Irving, Ilonor Oration '50, Cum Laude '50, Fifteen '50, News Board '46, '47, '48, '49, '50, Feature Editor '50, KARUX Board '46, '48, '49, '50, Associate Editor '50, Lit Board '50, Associate Editor '50, Press Club '46, '47, '48, '49, '50, President '50, El Cir- culo Espanol '50, Laticlavii '47, '50, Clee Club '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Chess Club '50, Radio Club '46, jurispru- dence Society '50, J. V. Baseball Manager '47, 3rd Team Baseball Manager '46, Track '46, '49. CHARLES ERWIN SCHWENK Charlie 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Orange Street Shippensburg, Pa. Marshall, El Circulo Espanol '50, Golf '49, '50, Varsity Club '50, Football '49, '50, Xarsity '50, Basketball '49, '50, Varsity '50, LEON PAsQuEL SCICCHITANO Skich South Cottage 28 Poplar Street Mt. Carmel, Pa. Irving, Ilonor Oration '50, Cum Laude '50, Les Copains '50, Laticlavii '48, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Cadueean Club '50, Radio Club '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Varsity Baseball Manager '47, '48, '49, '50, Track '47. ELLSWORTH Mc. SHAFTO, IR. El 'Eighty-eight Domiitory 420 Terhune Avenue Passaic, N. Irving, Swimming '50, Rauchrunde '50, Latielavii '48, Track '48, '50. Passaic, N. Marshall, Rauehrunde '50, Latielavii '48 WILLIABI BLEE SHUGARS, III Sling South Cottage 1512 Nlahantongo Street Pottsville, Pa. Marshall, Les Copains '50, Chemistry Club '50, Choir '49, '50, Glee Club '49,'Senior Club Officer-President '50, Football '4'-I, Tennis '49, '50, Track '49, '50, Marshal ol' the Field '49, '50. STEPHEN IAN RICHMAN Steve South Cottage 641 East Beau Street Washington, Pa. Marshnllg KARux Board '49, '50g Les Co- pains '50g Chemistry Club '49g Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49g Chess Club '49g Stamp Club '49g Football '48g jurisprudence Str ciety '50. JOHN THORBURN RIGHTOR OHN PAUL SCHAEFER john Keil Hall Scha e Erghty exght Dornutory 445 Orchard Avenue 346 Augustme Street Pittsburgh, Pa. 49, '5Og VVrestling '49. Irvingg E1 Circulo Espanol '50g Choir 49 Marshall wlmmmg '50g Glee Club '49g Caduccan Club 50 Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50g Football THOMAS ROY PUFFER Puff South Cottage Porterville Road East Aurora, N. Y. Irving, Cun Club '49, Varsity Club '49, '50, Varsity Football '49, '50, Varsity Track '49 '50 , . ROBERT BROOKS RAINISDELL Rams South Cottage 259 Yankee Road Nlicldletown, Ohio Irving, Basketball '49, News Board '49, '50, Circulation lllanager '50, Choir '50, Clee Club '49, '50, Football Band '50, Radio Club '49, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Football '49, Track '49, Jurisprudence Society '50. IERRY NATHAN RAPOPORT Rapp 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 1831 Hamilton Street Allentown, Pa. Marshall: lil Cireulo Espanol '50, Football '50, Baseball '49. IDONNELL DoucLASS REED Don 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 3920 Shoreham Street Pittsburgh, Pa. blarsliall, Ili ilit l '5Og Football '50: Club 88 llouse Committee '5Og jurisprudence Society '50, ROBERT CLARK REED Bala South Cottage Ohiovieuw, Pa. Irving, Basketball '50, EI Circulo Espanol '50, Chemistry Club '50: Concert Band '50: Blue and VVhite Melodians '50, Caducean Club '50, Stamp Club '49, '50, Jurispru- tll'I1L'C Society '5U. ROBERT RElCIIIlE1,bI Rob South Cottage Tower Lane Old Greenwich, Conn. Irving, Swimming '50g Football '50, Swint- ming '50, Varsity Club '50, ROBERT 'THOIXIPSON RENFREVV, ln. HR. Maple Cottage 29 North Federal Street Chambersburg, Pa. Marshall, President '50, Basketball '50, lzl Cireulo Espanol '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Vice President '5Oz Varsity lfootball '49, 'Elly Varsity Baseball '49, '5llg Marshal ol' the Field '50, LEOPOLDO PELLON Leo Main Hall 212 Libertad Avenue Camaguey, Cuba Marshall, Les Copains '49, '50, President '50, lil Circulo Espanol '48, '49, '50, Vice President '50, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Chess Club '50, Stamp Club '50, Radio Club '50, Projection Crew '50, Varsity Club '50, Soccer '50, VVrestling '48, '50, Tennis '49, '50, jurisprudence Society '50, Inter- national Cluh '49, '50. BRUCE JOHNSON PHILLIPS Bruce 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 622 North Center Avenue Somerset, Pa. Irving, Press Club '50, Les Copains '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, juris- prudence Society '50, Golf Team '49, '50. SAMUEL E. PHILLIPS, IR. Sam Colonial Cottage 170 Longue Vue Drive Mt. Lebanon, Pa. Irving, Glee Club '50, Entertainment Ush- ers '50, jurisprudence Society '50, Colonial Cottage House Committee '50. PAUL GEORGE POLLINCER Red Keil Hall 210 Pine Road Edgeworth, Pa. Marshall, Kimux Board '49, '50, Sgmorts Ed- itor '5O, Stony Batter Dramatic .lub '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Football '50, VVres- tling '48, '49, '50, Varsity '49, '50, Track '48, '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '50, Press Club '49, '50. JOSEPH EDWARD PRICKETT Ed 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 1227 Fennimore Street Fairmont, W. Va. Irving, Fifteen '50, Choir '50, Blue and VVhite Melodians '50, Chess Club '50. '-lH0lX'lAS lAlNlES N. PENTONY IOSIAH B PRITCHARD Tom Maple Cottage joe Main Hall 102 South Massachusetts Avenue Atlantic City, N. Marshall, Cross Country '50. 328 North Front Street Philipsburg, Pa. Marshall, Les Copains '49, '50, Chapel Ush ers '50, Track '48, '-19. HUGH COULD NEVIN, JR. I11agl1 South Cottage Box 215 R. D. ffl Pittsburgh, Pa. Irving, Cum l.auclc '50, Class OHicer-His- torian '50, Fifteen '50, President '50, Les Copains '50, Chemistry Club '49, '5O: Clee Club '49, Octet '49, '50, Librarian '50, Choir '49, '50, Vice-President '50, Blue and VVhite Mcloclians '50, Football '49, '50, Stony Bat- tcr Dramatic Club '50, Baseball '-49. DKINALD BEYERLE NEWTON, IR. Newt 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 217 Orchard Lane Edgeworth, Pa. Irving, Swiinming '50, Clcc Club '50, Pro- jection Crow '47, '48, Football '49, '50. JOHN FRANCIS PECK, IR. Cheetah Kcil llall 42 Cottage Avenue Lancaster, Pa. Marshall, Band '49, '50, KARIIX Board '50, Press Club '50, Concert Band '49, '50, Fool- ball Band '49, '50, Stony Hatter Dratnatit' Club '50, Caducean Club '50, Swimming '49, Tennis '49. ROBERT WILSON NICK Bob South Cottage Roseville Road Lancaster, Pa. hung, Rautlirundc 50. Gun Club 50, Swiinming '50, Varsity '50, Varsity Club '50. AUCUSTINE CIARL ORBIROD Gus Maple Cottage 336 North Massachusetts Avenue Atlantic City, N. Marshall, Sergeant-at-Arms '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Senate '50, Class Officer-President '50, Cross Country '49, '50, Captain '50, Varsity Track '49, '50, Marshall of the lficltl '50, VVILLIARI CREEL PAYNE Bill 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 716 Woodlawn Avenue Beckley, VV. Va. Irving, Dehater '50, Basketball '50, Glee Club '50, FREDERICK VVOLCOTT PEIRSOL Fred 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Sheraton Plaza Hotel Daytona Beach, Fla. Marshall, El Circulo Espanol Ushers '50, Dance Committee '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Swimming '49, '50, Varsity '50, Marshal of thc Field '49, '50, Cheer' leader '49, '50, '49, Chapel CLARENCE C. MERcAToR1s, IR. Merc South Cottage Conneaut Lake, East Side Conneaut Lake, Pa. Marshall, Swimming '50, News Board '49, '50, Golf '48, '49, '50, Gun Club '46, '47, '48, '49, '50, Treasurer '49, Secretary '50, Football '49, '50, Swimming '47, '48, '49, Baseball '46, '47, Marshal of the Field '50. '21, K' 'T' ,I if J . A ,N1'3,'Q' .45 H ,iff A if i . JOHN MERRITT Mag South Cottage l Last Road Tenafly, N. Marshall, Chapel Ushers '50, Senior Club Officer, Vice President '50, Varsity Club '50, Soccer '49, '50, Baseball '49, Marshal of the Field '50. ROBERT BERNARD MEYER Bob 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 2 Nymph Road West Orange, N. Irving, El Circulo Espanol '50, Varsity Football '50. CLARENCE EDGAR MILLER, IR. Bolo 'Eightyaeight Dormitory 93 Durland Avenue Elmira, N. Y. Irving, Track '49, jurisprudence Society '50. JOHN CHARLES MILLER HI. C. 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 315 East Ninth Street Chester, Pa. Irvin Basketball '50' Caducean Club '50, g. , Varsity Football '50. MARK ANTHONY MOSOLINO Moose 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 1443 Mahantongo Street Pottsville, Pa. Irving, President '50, Basketball '50, Class OHicer-Secretary '47, Senate '49, '50, Les Copains '50, Y. M. C. A. Cabinet '48, Secre- tary Natural Bridge Y. M. C. A. Conference '50, President Club 88 '50, Stony Batter Club '50 Varsit Club '47 '48 Dramatic , y , , '49, '50, Football '47, '48, '49, '50, Varsity '49, '50, '49, '50, Captain '50, Swimming '47, 48, Varsity '48, '49, '50, Track '47, '48, '49, Marshal of the Field '48, '49. CLIFFORD NORMAN MURRAY Norm ' 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 6824 Penham Place Pittsburgh, Pa. Marshall, Glee Club '50, Stony Batter Dra- matic Club '50, Gun Club '50, Treasurer Club 88 '50, Football '49, '50, Wres- tling '49. SAIXIUEL CHESTER lVlARSHALL, JR. Sam Maple Cottage 732 New Holland Avenue Lancaster, Pa. Marshall, Treasurer '50, Basketball '50, Gun Club '49, Varsity Club '49, '50, President '50, Varsity Football '49, '50, Varsity Basc- ball '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '50. JOSEPH HOWARD MARTIN joe Keil Hall 923 Franklin Street Wyomissing, Pa, Marshall, Basketball '50, Cleo Club '50, Varsity Football '50, Varsity Track '50. ROBERT EVERETT lVlARTIN Tex Keil Hall 437 West Elsmere Place San Antonio, Texas Marshall, Gun Club '49, '50, Baseball '49, '50. STEWART HuNT1Nt:ToN lWATHEWS Hunt Keil Hall 536 Center Street Bethlehem, Pa. Irving, El Circulo Espanol '49, '50, Clee Club '49, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, President '50, Declamatinn Contest W'in- ner '49. lX'1ALCOLlXI D. MCCONNELL Mac Colonial Cottage 80 Standish Boulevard Pittsburgh, Pa. Irving, Cum Laude '50, El Circulo Es annl Marshall Basltetbxll 50 Choir 50 Stems '49, '50, Chemistry Club '49, C1-055 Conn- Batter Dramwtiv. Club 50 Iootlnll 49 Sl try '49, '50, Track '49, Colonial Cottage YHISIIS Baseball 49 House Committee '5O. LIARRY KETNER LEADER, Il WILLIAM WOLAVER LEROY ' Bill Main Hall Harry Eighty-eight Dormitory I 106 North Country Club Drive Schenectady, N. Y. Irving, Vice President '50, Football '50, Club 88 Officer '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Golf '50. NICHOLAS BLAIR LEROY Nick Keil Hall 301 Oxford Road Franklin, Ohio Marshall, Secretary '49, '50, Swimming '50, Aurelian Prize '50, Class Omcer-President '49, Secretary '50, News Board '49, '50, Senate '49, '50, President '49, '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, El Circulo Espanol '49, Chemistry Club '49, Chapel Ushers '50, Varsity Club '48, '49, '50, Secretary '49, '50, Varsity Football '49, '50, Third Team Football Captain '48, Varsity Basketball '48, '49, '50, Tennis '49, Marshal of the Field R. D. Middletown, Pa. Marshall, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Vice President '49, Glee Club '49, '50, Football '50, Swimming '49. ROBERT LEEDS LEWIS Lou South Cottage 2256 Densmore Drive Toledo, Ohio Irving, Swimming '50, News Board '49, '50, Track '49. JOHN EARL LILLY, IR. johnny 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Beckley, W. Va. Irving, Football '5O. JAMES VAN CLEVE LOTT Van 'Eighty-eight Dormitory R. D. ,lil Cardners, Pa. Irving: Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Radio Club '50, Swimming '50. ALBERT VAN STORY LYNCH Al Keil Hall 4206 Duvall Avenue Baltimore, Md. Marshall, Basketball '50, Class OHicer-Secre- tary '47, Senate '50, Les Copains '49, '50, Chapel Usher '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, Varsity Club '48, '49, '50, Head- waiter '50, Football '47, '48, Varsity '49, '50, Basketball '47, '48, Baseball '47, Var- sity '48, '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '49, '50, Entertainment Usher '50. RICHARD IIARTZELL KREBS 'Dickn Day Student 130 Linden Avenue Mercersburg, Pa. Irving: lil Clirculo Espanol '50g Swimming '5O. ZACHARY C. KYRIAKIDES Zack Maple Cottage 28 Tltrakis Street Athens, Greece Alarshullg Soccer '50: Track 'SOQ Inter- national C'lub '50. ROBERT IJAVID LAHP. Daveu 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Vance Drive Bristol, Tenn. Irving: lil Clirculo FQ :mol '50' Soccer '50g .p , Baseball '49, '50. STANLEY WII.FRED LAIIR ju lllllfll 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Vance Drive Bristol, Tenn. lrvingg lil Ciirculu Espanol H503 Stony Batter Dramatic Club 'SOQ Radio Club '49, 'SOQ bouccr Manager 'SOQ Baseball '49. J. IRA LAIRD, Ira Main llall Annex R. D431 Clamp Hill, Pd. Rgdnoke Va rvingg News Board '49, '505 KARUX Nlarshall Choir 49 50 C lor' Club 9 Bflafil wi '50s SIUUY Banff Dffimafif Clllh S0 Dame Coimnlttce 51 Stnm lhltu 49, '50: CRilUCl'HN Club '49, '509 P1'0jCCfi0Il Dramatic Club 49 50, C iduwan Club 50 CFPW '48, '49, JSO- C un Club 48 lootball 49 X irwitx 'lrnlx LEONARD IXIORRIS JOHNSON Morris Main Hall Annex 1235 VVest Main Street Smetbport, Pa. Marshall, Choir '50, Glee Club '49, '50, Concert Band '49, '50, Stony Batter Dra- matic Club '50g Caducean Club '50, Chess Club '50g Radio Club '50, VVrestling '49, '50g Track '49, '50, VVoodWind Quartet '50, Football '49, ROBERT Guy JOHNSON Bob 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 39 North Emily Street Pittsburgh, Pa. Irving, llnskctball '50, El Circulo Espanol '50, Chemistry Club '50, Vilrestling '50, Varsity '50. EDIXIUND H ARRIS KASE, III Ed Keil Hall 540 Philadelphia Avenue Chambersburg, Pa. Irving, Basketball '5Og News Board '49, '50, Y. IVI. C. A. Cabinet '50, President '50g Tennis '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '504 Cheerleader '50. KARL FIAY KALIFIXIAN Kanji South Cottage 303 Thirty-lirst Street Altoona, Pa. Irving, Caducean Club '50, Baseball '49. FRANKLIN KEIL KESSLER 'iFrank Main Hall 86 Spencer Avenue Lancaster, Pa. Irving, Band '50g El Circulo Espanol '50, Concert Band '49, '50, Blue and VVbite Melodians '50, Stamp Club '49, '50, Foot- ball '50g Track '49, '50, DAVID IVIORTON KESSNER Dave Colonial Cottage 622 State Street Lancaster, Pa. Irving, KARIIX Board '50, Les Copains '50, Chemistry Club '50, Stamp Club '49, '5Og Colonial Cottage House Committee '5O. EDWARD STILLIXIAN KRASS Eddie South Cottage 8 Dolma Road Scarsclale, N. Y. Irving, Basketball '49, '50, Cum Laude '50, Lit Board '50, Fifteen '50g Les Copains '50, El Circulo Espanol '48, '49, '50g Chem- istry Club '50g Cross Country '48, '49, '50, Varsity '49, '50, Basketball '48, Tennis '47, Varsity '504 Track '49, '50, Varsity 'SOQ jurisprudence Society '50. WILLIAM RICHARD HAWKINS 'iBill South Cottage 339 Parkway Drive Pittsburgh, Pa. Marshall: News Board '49, Exchange Edi- tor '50, KAmIx Board '50, Les Copains '50, Cadueean Club '50g Chess Club '50, Cus- todian Scnior Club '50, Jurisprudence So- ciety '5o. DONALD EDWARD HENDRICKSON Don 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 5533 Beverly Place Pittsburgh, Pa. Marshallg Caducean Club '50, VVrestling '50. STERLING FREDERICK l'lIGLEY, ja. Hig Keil Hall 1 10 North Broad Street Norwich, N. Y. Marshall, Gun Club '50, Varsity Basketball '50, Track '50, GEORGE KAY lJ1ILL Kay Main Hall 406 Fisher Road Grosse Pointe, Mich. Marshall, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Glee Club '49, '50, Chapel Ushers '49, '50, Dance Committee '50: Stony Batter Dra- matic Cluh '48, '49, '50g Radio Club '49, Secretary-Treasurer '49, Football '49, '50, Track '48, '49, Varsity Track '50, Cheer- leader '50. JOHN lVlARSHALL HOGG johnny Keil Hall WENDELI. W11.I.IAIxIs HOONE Wendy Keil Hall 411 Perry Avenue Greensburg, Pa. lrvingg Track '50, Varsity '50, Marshal of the Field '50. 5 SIIEFFIELD NELSON hlYDE Shef Main Hall 911 Juliana Street Parkersburg, W. Va. Marshall, Senate '50, Football '49, '50, Var- sity '50, Basketball '-19. 310 West Franklin Street Troy, Ohio Irvingg El Circulo Espanol '50g Gun Club '49, '50. STEPHEN CHARLES GROSS Sieve South Cottage 1058 Euclid Place Huntington, VV. Va. Marshall, Debater '50, Best Speaker '50, lligbet- Oration '50, Cum Laude '50, News lloard '48, Karttlx Board '49, '50, liclitor-in-Chief '50, Press Club '49, '50, Fif- teen '50, Les Copains '50, Laticlavii '48, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Secretary '49, Glee Club '48, '49, '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Colf '50, Chess Club '49, Stamp Club '49, Tennis, Varsity Manager '49, '50, jurisprudence Society '50, Secre- tarv '50. jotm ROBERT HAAS Bert Maple Cottage 903 East Powell Avenue Evansville, Ind. Marshall, Cum Laude '50, News Board '49, Fifteen '50, Rauchrunde '50, Chemis- try Club '49, '50, Choir '49, '50, President '50, Clee Club '49, '50, Librarian '50, Octet '49, '50, Blue and VVhite Melodians, Vocalist '49, '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Caclueean Club '50, President '50, Basket' ball '49, Track '49, EDWARD TOWNSEND ldAGER, ll Ed 'Eighty-eight Dormitory R. F. D. ,QS Lancaster, Pa. Irving, Fifteen '50, Honor Oration '50, Cunt Laude '50, Les Copains '49, Laticlavii '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Cadueean Club '50. HOWARD WEI,I.bIAN HALL, lR. Pete South Cottage 236 Mulberry Street Rochester, N. Y. Marshall, Clee Club '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Swimming '49, '50, Track '49, '50. EVERETT NEWELL HAMILTON Ham 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Patterson Heights Beaver Falls, Pa. lrving, News Board '49, Laticlavii '47, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Stony Batter Dra- matic Club '49, '50, Radio Club '48, '49, '50, President '49, '50, Soccer '48, '49, '50, Baseball '47, WILLIAM HOYLE llANNU1XI Bill Kcil Hall 15 East Fifth Street Franklin, Ohio Marshall, News Board '49, '50, Feature Editor '50, Rauchrunde '50, President '50, Chemistry Club '50, Soccer Manager '49, '50, Track '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '50. EIRC BARRY HARR1sON, JR. Barry Main Hall 2410 Ridgewood Avenue Alliance, Ohio Irvin , El Circulo Espanol '49, '50, KARux Boarg '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Radio Club '49, '50, Assistant Varsitv Bas- ketball Manager '49, Head Basketball' Man- ager '50. DONALD IAMES FITCH Don Main Hall 313 West Fifth Street Oil City, Pa. Marshall, Band '49, '50, El Cireulo Espanol '50, Choir '50, Clee Club '49, Concert Banrl '49, '50, Blue and VVhite Melodians '50, Football Band '49, '50, Assembly Orches- tra '50. PAUL STEWART FLE1x11Nc Hagersdoff Day Student 514 North Mulberry Street Hagerstown, Md. Marshall: Chemistry Club '50. DONALD LEE Coon Oscm ' Main Hall 909 East King Street Lancaster, Pa. Irving' Fl Circulo Es anol '50 Setretarx ' A I JP. v . , I. '50, Chess Club '47, '48, '49, '50, Radio Club '49, '50. .loslsvrr RICHIE Covl joe Keil Hall Yukon, Pa. Marshall, Band, '49, '50, llonor Oration '50, Cum Laude '50, lil Circulo Eslganol '50, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Concert and '49, '50, Football Band '49, '50, Assembly Orchestra '50, Caducean Club '50. JOHN ADAIVIS GRANT jack Main Hall 3 Hanover Road Hanover, Pa. Marshall, Cum Laude '50, Fifteen '50, Rauchrunde '50, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Glee Club '50, Caducean Club '50, Chess Club '49, Track '50, Varsity Manager '50, String Trio '49. WELLES ALEXANDER C5RAY, Illl. Alec South Cottage R. D. ,ez Mechanicsburg, Pa. Irving, News Board '50, Les Copains '49, '50, Gun Club '49, 3rd Team Football Man- ager '49, Varsity Basketball Manager '50, I. V. Basketball Manager '49, J. V. Baseball Manager '49. K RICHARD ARTHUR GREENLEAF Doc 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 145 East Main Street Mountville, Pa. Irving, Band '49, '50, Glee Club '49, Con- cert Band '48, '49, '50, Blue and Vl'hitc Melodians '50, Football Band '50, 1hSSL'Illllly Orchestra '50, Cha el Usher '50, Caducean Club '50, Radio Cglub '48, Cross Country '49, Track '48, '49, Paitleia Club '50. ROGER CLINTON EVANS Bog South Cottage 10 Seaview Avenue Milford, Conn. Marshall, News Board '49, '50, Kftnnx lloarrl '50, Les Copains '49, '50, Chentistrv Club '49, Czulucean Club '50, XVrestling '50, jiil'ispl'tlrluttt'e Society '50, WIr,r.IAA1 JOHNSON EVANS Barbell Keil Hall 1063 Wlieatland Avenue Lancaster, Pa. Marshall, Baml '49, '50, News Board '47, '48, lil Ciruulo Espanol '48, Choir '49, '50, Clue Club '48, '49, '50, Concert Band '47, '48, '49, '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Varsity Club '50, Football '48, Soccer '49, '50, VVrestling '47, '48, '49, '50, Truck '47, '43, '49, '50. DAN GILBERT EVERETT Duke South Cottage 21 l North lVlain Street Allentown, Pa. Marshall, Band '49, '50, El Circulo Espanol '50, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Choir '49, '50, Glee Club '49, '50, Octet '49, Football Band '49, '50, Golf '49, '50. 'THOIXIAS P. FAGAN Tom South Cottage National City Bank of New York Medellin, Columbia Marshall, Debater '50, Les Copains '50, El Circulo Espanol '49, '50, Chemistry Club '49, Glee Club '50, Caducean Club '50, Chess Club '50, President '50, Baseball '50, International Club '49, '50. FERGUSON FERREE FAUNCE Ferg South Cottage 1339 State Avenue Coraopolis, Pa. Marshall, Varsity Club '49, '50, Varsity Football '49, '50, 'Hack '49. ClEORCE WEBB FELLOWS George 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 4 320 West College Terrace Freclericlc, Mcl. ball '48, Track '49, '50. PHILLIP KENNETH FERNEE Phil blain Hall Casilla-130 V Valparaiso, Chile hlarshall, El Circulo Espanol '49, '50, International Club '49, '50, Marshall' Glec Club '49, '50, Librarian '50 Foot'ball 48, Cross Country '49, '50, Base lVl0RTON R. DUBINIAN Mort Nlain Hall 300 East 57th Street New York, N. Y. Marshall, Schafl' Oration '50, Cum Laude '50, News lloard '49, '50, Proof Editor '50, Krmux Board '49, '50, Fifteen '50, Vice President '50, Rauchrunde '50, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Concert Band '48, '49, '50, Cross Country '47, '49, '50, Track '48, '49, '50. ROBERT IIENRV DUFFUS Dug Keil Hall 1338 Singer Place Wilkinsburg, Pa. Irving, Basketball '50, Swimming '50, Kixnux Board '49, '50, Press Club '49, '50, Latiulavii '49, Chemistry Club '49, Chapel Ushers '50, Chess Club '48, Varsity Club '49, '50, Swimming '49, '50, Tennis '48, '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '50. ROBERT A. DUNCAN Dune Keil Hall 1007 Winterton Street Pittsburgh, Pa. Marshall, El Circulo Espanol '50, Football '49, '50, Baseball '49, '50. SAMUEL DUVALL DUTROW Pete 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 506 West Second Street Frederick, Md. Irving, El Circulo Espanol '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Football '50, Varsity '50, Swim- ming '49, '50. EARLE WlI.I.IAhI EISENIXIAN Bill 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 6 East Underwood Street Chevy Chase, Md. Irving, lil Circulo Espanol '50, Laticlavii '48. ROHN ANTHON ENC-II Rinny 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 206 Sixth Street Ocean City, Md. Marshall, News lloard '49, '50, Kftnux Board '50, Art litlitor '50, Lit lloard '50, Art Editor '50, lil Ciruulo Espanol '50, Sec- retary '50, Choir '49, '50, Glee Club '49, '50, Vice President '49, Stony Batter Dra- matic Club '50, Football '49, '50, Baseball '49, Marshal of the Field '49, '50, Paideia Club '49, '50, President '50. ROWLAND ERVINC, ln. Env Main Hall 432 Denniston Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa. Irving, Vice President '50, Les Copains '50, Blue and Vk'hite Melodians '50, Football '48, Baseball '48. WILLIAM RAY DAMSEL ALFRED ELON DENIKJV, JE. or South Cottage Al lxlain Hall 630 Wocmd Street Clarion, Pa. Marshall, Convert Band '47, '48, '49, '50, Chapel Ushers '50, Dance Committee '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Secre- tary '50, Radio Club '50, Vice President '50, Gun Club '47, Treasurer '48, Vice President '49, President '50, Tennis Manager '47, '48, '-49. WILLIAM CARL DrE'rR1cH Diek Main Hall 548 South Main Street Le Sueur, Minn. Marshall, Debater '50, Band '49, '50, Lati- ulavii '49, Chemistry Club '49, Concert Band '48, '49, '50, President '50, Blue and XNhite Melodians '48, '49, '50, President '50, Football Band '48, '49, '50, President '50, Assembly Orchestra '48, '49, '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Caducean Club '50, Gun Club '48, JOHN lVlARVIN DONEX' john 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 228 Graham Street Carlisle, Pa. Irving, Choir '49, '50, Glee Club '49, '50, Accompanist '50, BERNARD REED DONNELLY, Reed 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 847-27th Street Altoona, Pa. Marshall, Track '50, Varsity '50. ROBERT FERNAND Dnoz eannor Eighty elght Dormitory Bob 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Rue Henri Vreuxtemps 19 163 Hamilton Road Liege, Belvlum Lancaster, Pa. Irunu Las Coptuns 50 Setretarx 'lreasurer MHfSh2i119 LCS CUP11iHS '505 Filllibllll '49, '501 50 Sotter 50 Frank 50 International Golf '49, VVILLIAIXI TAYLOR CLINTON Bill Colonial Cottage 89 South Fifth Avenue Coatesville, Pa. Marshall, Cbynir '50, Glee Club '50, Swim- ming '50, Xarsity Club '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50. WII.SON FREDERIC COLBERG Principito Main Hall Calle Nueva, Miramar Santurce, Puerto Rico Illarshall, Lit Board '50, Business Mana- ger '50, El Circulo Espanol '48, '49, '50, Vice President '49, President '50, Clee Club '50, Caclucean Club '50, Chess Club '50, Secretary '50, Stamp Club '48, '49, '50, Secretary '50, Radio Club '50, Swimming '48, '49, '50, Tennis '48, '49, '50, Juris- prudence Society '50, International Club '49, '50, President '5U. CHARLES OLHAUSEN CONRAD, IR. Connie 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 333 South Liberty Street Harrisonburg, Va. Irving, Chemistry Club '50, Football '48, '49, '50, Baseball '48, Track '48. CRAIG lVlANGAN COPPER Heals Keil Hall Iliver Road Cates Mills, Ohio Irving, Varsity Club '50, Football '48, Cross Country '49, '50, Swimming '49, Track '48, '49, '50, Varsity '49, '50, Marshal of the Field '50, Entertainment Llsher '50. WILLIARI CARROLL COYNE Nick Keil Hall 105 North Broad Street Norwich, N. Y. Marshall, lil Circulo Espanol '49, Glee Club '49, '50, Chemistry Club '50, Chapel Ush- ers '50, Football '49, '50, Varsity '50, Var- sity Basketball '49, '50, Varsitv Baseball '49 '50 , Varsity Club '49, '50, Paideia Club '50, Stoi my Batter Dramatic Club '50. ROBERT WINTHRCDP CllI.VER Bob 'Eighty-eight Donnitors 3 South Mountain Terrace Montclair, N. Marshall, Chemistrv Club '50, Choir ' Clee Club '50, KIAHLIX Board '50, Stunt Batter Dramatic Club '50, ROBERT DAVID Dania Bob Keil Hall R. D.,64l Centre Hall, Pa. Marshall, Kattux Board '50, Stonv Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Treasurer '50, Catlu- cean Club '50, Football '49, 'lraclt '49. JAMES WHITLA BRAHAM jim, Keil Hall 126 Hazelcroft Avenue New Castle, Pa. Marshall, Swimming '50, News Board '49, '50, Associate Sports Editor '50, Senate '50, llauchruntle '50, Laticlavii '48, Chem- istry Club '49, '50, Chapel Ushers '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Cadu- eean Club '50, Yacht Club '48, '49, Varsity Cluh '49, '50, 3rd Team Football, Captain '50, Swimming '48, '49, '50, Baseball '49, Marshal of the Field '50, IOIIN lN'l1CHAEL CALANDRA jack Colonial Cottage 600 Arch Street Cresson, Pa. Irvinu, Band '50, El Ciruulo Espanol '50, Ciincert Band '50, Football Band '50. RICHARD LAWRENCE CAMPBELL Dick Main Hall 220 East Orange Street Lancaster, Pa. Irving, News Board '48, '49, El Circulo Espanol '49, Latielavii '47, '48, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Caducean Club '50, Treasurer '50, VVrestling '47, '48, '49, Baseball '4'7. VINCENT VVALTER CAMPBELL Vince Main Hall 317 North Street Meyersdale, Pa. Irving, Band '50, Concert Band '50, Football '50, SEWELL PRESTON CIIAMPE S. P. Main Hall 410 Ferry Street Montgomery, W. Va. Irving, Band '50, Honor Oration '50, Cum Laude '50, Fifteen '50, Les Copains '50, Chemistry Club '49, '50, Concert Band '49, '50, Football Band '49, '50, Assembly Orchestra '50, Radio Club '49, '50. .ALAN SHIRLEY CIIRISTNER, ln. Chris South Cottage R. D. 9541 Allison Park, Pa.. Irving, Choir '49, '50, Glee Club '49, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '50, Gun Club '49, '50, Senior Club, Treasurer '50, Football '49, '50, Baseball '49, '50, Varsity '50. DANIEL STUART CLASTER Dun 'Eighty-eight Dormitory I94 Walnut Street Lebanon, Pa. Marshall, Salutatorian '50, Cum Laude '50: Lit Board '50, Assistant Editor '50, Press Club '48, '49, '50, Vice President '50, Fife teen '50, Les Copains '49, '50, Laticlavii '48, Chemistry Club '49, Caducean Club '50. DONALD EUGENE ANDREWS Dutch Maple Cottage 45-48 l92nd Street Flushing, N. Y. Irving, Secretary '50, Class Ollicer-Ilistorian '47, Chemistry Club '50, Y. M. C. A. Cabi- net '50, Secretary '50, Stony Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Football '47, '48, '49, '50, VVrestling '45, '46, '47, '48, '49, '50, Var- sity '50, Baseball '46, '47, '48, '49. lx'lARTIN ALAN ARCH Marty 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 2502 North Fourth Street Harrisburg, Pa. Marshall, News Board '50, Press Club '49, '50, KARUx Board '50, Les Copains '49, '50, Chemistry Club '50, Caducean Club '50, Golf '49, '50, VVrestling '49, '50, Base- ball '-19. PAUL NICIICUIIAS IEARNA, IR. Paul South Cottage Country Club Road Monongahela, Pa. Irving, News Board '48, '49, '50, Stamp Club '48, '49, Radio Club '49, '50, Vice President '49, Secretary '50, Projection Crew '48, '49, '50, Treasurer '49, Vice President '50, VVrestling '48, '49, '50, Varsity '50, Jurisprudence Society '50, President '50, Calf '48, '49, Wo. WALTER IRVINC BATES lValt Keil Iflall North Main Street Meadville, Pa. Irving, Treasurer '49, Sergeant-at-Arms '50, Swimming '50, Class OfIicerfPresident '46, Historian '49, News Board '47, '48, Asso- ciate Sports Editor '49, Senate '50, Chapel Usher '47, '48, '49, llead Usher '50, Dance Committee '50, Stonv Batter Dramatic Club '49, '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Swimming '46, '47, '48, '49, '50, Baseball '46, '47, '48, '49, '50, Marshal ol' the Ifield '49, '50, llead Marslial '50, EDWIN FRANCIS BAUER Ed South Cottage 864 North Sherman Street Allentown, Pa. Irving: Chemistry Club '49, Iiootball '49, Baseball '49. 'THOIXIAS NICEI,Y BODINE Tim Main Hall 25 Cornwall Avenue Trenton, N. Irving, Basketball '50, lil Circulo Espanol '50. FREDERICK IIANS Bovvrs Fred 'Eightyaeight Dormitory l 16 Inverness Drive Chevy Chase, Md. Marshall, Debating Team '49, '50, News ,1 Board '48, '49, '50, Eaimrrinmthici' '50, l Laticlavii, Seriba, '48, Chapel Usher '50, I 5' 'gk 5' Swimming '49, '50, Cher-rleatlcr '50. KENNETH PARKER ABBE JOHN DAVID IXDAIXIS Ken 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Airlie 'Eighty-eight Dormitory Mountain Road Hampden, Mass. 863 Ocean Boulevard Atlantic Beach, Fla. Marshall, El Circulo Espanol '49, Chemistry Marshall, Swimming '50, Caducean Club '50, Club '50, Varsity Club '49, '50, Swimming Chess Club '49, Stamp Club '49, '50, Radio '49, '50, Captain '50, Marshal of the Fieltl Club '49, Projection Crew '49, '50, Varsity 'SIL UUNE E l0ll l PAUL lXlCFADDEN ALEXANDER Paul South Cottage 1000 East Cranard Parkway Steubenville, Ohio Marshall, Swimming '50, El Circulo Espanol '50, Chemistry Club '50, Swimming '50. Club '49, '50, Swimming '48, '49, '50. ROBERT LEE Amius Bob South Cottage 901 Haslage Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa. Marshall, Football '50, Soccer '49, Track '49. JOSEPH ANTHONY ALBANESE, ln. foe Main Hall 203 Asharolcen Boulevard Bay Shore, N. Y. Marshall, Cross Country '50, Track '50, Varsity. JOHN IJERIXIAN ALBRECIIT Big john South Cottage 877 Chicago Boulevard Detroit, Mich. Marshall, Senate '49, Fifteen '49, Secretary '49, El Circulo Espanol '48, '49, '50, Secre- tary '49, Chemistry Club '47, '48, Choir '47, '48, '49, '50, Flag Bearer '49, Clee Club '48, '49, Dance Committee '47, Cross Country '48, Deelaination Contest Prize '48. Thirtl BERT RODNEY ANDERSON Rod South Cottage 450 Fountain Avenue Reading, Pa. Irving, Bantl '49, '50, News Board '49, '50, Choir '49, '50, Glee Club '50, Concert Band '49, '50, Blue and Vtlhite Melodians '49, '50, Football Band '49, '50, Stamp Cluh '49, Track '49, Entertainment Ushers '50, joHN BERTRAM DIENER, JR. john lVlain Hall l309 Orchard Road Reading, Pa. Marsliallg News Board '49: Chemistry Club '-19: Caducean Club '49g Chess Club '48, '49, Gun Club '48, '49, RICHARD JAMES EMORY Dick Colonial Cottage 638 Hillcrest Road Ridgewood, N. Marshall, lms Copains '48, '-19: Entertain- ment Usher '-195 Soccer '-l9g Baseball '48, '49. lJONAI.D XAIILLIS l'lARTlXIAN VVo0ze Main llall 204 Main Street Palmyra, Pa. Marshall: Radio Club '47, '48: Stamp Club '47g Football '47, '43, YVrc'stling '47, '48: Yarsity '-493 Varsity Club '-59. EDIXILIND CHARLES l'lESSERT, JR. Ed Colonial Cottage Tresseh Farm Rancocas, N. Xlarshallg Caduccan Club '-495 Soccer '49. VV1LL1AA1 CHARLES KOLLAS Kola 'Eighty-eight Dormitory 231 Conway Street Carlisle, Pa. Marshall, lil Circulo Espanol '49: Chemistry Club '48, '-195 Laticlavii '48q Class Officer- Svcretary-llistorian, SIUTIIIIEI' '49g Baseball '48, '49, LEAVITT CARR lX'lI:REDl'I'H Lev Keil Hall Country Club Road Fairmont, VV. Va. Marshall, Football '49. lAUGUST E OR 4l0IIN KLAUDER WOLFF john Annex Cloverly Avenue lenldintown, Pa. Irving: Glu' Club '-191 Blue and W'llitc Mcl- oclians, Manager '-495 Class Olhcrfr-Prcsia dent, Summer '49, YVrcstling '49. Head 1Vlaster's Valedictory To THE CLASS or 1950: Yours is the last class of the first half of the twentieth century. ln 1900 Dr. lrvine had been here just seven years, but he had a vision of a great school-to-be. Only 180 boys were here, and the only buildings were Old Main Cwith its new wingD, North and South cottages, with Keil Hall under construction. Laucks, 'Eighty-eight, the power plant, the gymnasium, Traylor Hall, the Chapel, and new Main Hall remained to be built. What a half century of growth and development is behind us! Mereers- burg has expanded from a little-known to an internationally famous school, from a campus of four acres to one of 300 acres, from a student body of 180 to 450, and now as the half-century closes, the new Irvine hall rises to complete, for a time at least, the campus picture. You are fortunate to be finishing in 1950. lf you hear references to the good old days, you might talk with our treasurer emeritus, Mr. Drumm, with 1Vlr. Walker, Mr. Miller, or Miss Fallon, for they have seen the school grow through these years. lt is hard to discover 'ithe good old days. You have enjoyed the Mercersburg of today because men before you worked and died to create on this hill something historical, something magnificent, something eternal, something of all that is best of the Ameri- ca in which you were born. This is yours to preserve against all who would attack, to defend through the years, to hght for if need be, so that your children may enjoy what you have enjoyed. You are indeed privileged to live in an America and a world which will demand of you the best you have to give if all we love and cherish is to last through the years. You will feel important, for you have important things to do, every single one of you. Nlercersburg boys can not fail when there are great things to be done, and so lVlrs. Tippetts and l bid you goodbye and Godspeed on your grand and glorious journey through the dillicult years ahead. Most sincerely, CHARLES S. TIPPETTS. 51 June Class Committees and Honors CLASS HONORS-JUNE CLASS OF 1950 Valedietorimrz A--f IBRMNERD PAYNE SWANAIIAN. Englewood, N. II. Snlutntorimfz - A - IDANIEI. STUART Cmsrarr, Lebanon, Pa. Sclmff Orntion - lXlo1r'1'oN RAYixroND Duriixmw, New York, N. Y. Nevin Uralimz - - - PANAYOTIS VRE'l l'ACitlS, Athens, Creeee lligllec Omtion - STEPHEN Cr1A1u.Es Crross, Huntington, VV. Va. ln addition the following boys, by reason of high scholarship, were awarded Commencement Day Ilonors for june 1950: Sewell Preston Champe, lX'lonrgomery, VV. Va. Leon Pasquel Seicchitano, Mt. Carmel, Pa. joseph Richie Covi, Yukon, Pa. Edward Townsend Hager, Znd, Lancaster, Pa. Edward Harris Scheiblcr, Sewickley, Pa. ODE COlXlMI'l I'EE john Robert Haas, Evansville, Ind., Clmirumu Alfred Elon Denio, jr., Clarion, Pa. VVilliam Carl Dietrich, LeSueur, lVlinn. Hugh Gould Nevin, Ir., Pittsburgh, Pa. Don Covill Skinner, Meadville, Pa. james Campbell Speer, Chambersburg, Pa. CLASS DAY COIXIMITTEE Mark Anthony Mosolino, Pottsville, Pa., Clrrairmmi james VVhirla Braham, New Castle, Pa. john Richard Soars, Muncy, Pa. Edmund Harris Kase, III, Chambersburg, Pa. Albert Van Story Lynch, Baltimore, Md. Robert Thompson Renfrew, Ir., Chambersburg. Pa. Ronald Gilmore Walske, Baltimore, hid. John Marshall Hogg, Parkersburg, VV. Va. Samuel Chester Marshall, Jr., Lancaster, Pa. Richard Lewis Thornburgh, Carnegie, Pa. Frederick VVolcott Peirsol, Daytona Beach, Fla. Kenneth Parker Abbe, Hampden, lklass. Alan Shirley Christner, -lr., Allison Park. Pa. VVilliam Carl Dietrich, LeSucur, Minn. Williarn Carroll Coyne, Norwich, N. Y. Samuel Duvall Dutrow, Frederick, hid. Harry Ketner Leader, Schenectady, N. Y. VVilliam Blee Shugars, III, Pottsville, Pa. John Robert Haas, Evansville, Ind. john Merritt, Tenally, N. 50 June enior Class History For the most part, the passing of a day early in June of the year 1950 means little in this world where even a year is but a drop of water in the bottomless bucket of time. But' for us, the Class of 1950 of the Mercersburg Academy, it signifies a turning point. We have come to the end of one of the most eventful periods in our lives. With mixed feelings of joy and sadness-for we regret that we must leave these happy days behind-we begin another phase of our journey through life. Many of us will attend institutions of higher learning where we will continue the never-ending search for knowledge, and others will go out into the world to earn a living in one of the many fields of employment. Whatever we do, wherever we go, we all march onward with the memory of our achievements at this great school, within whose walls we pass as students for the last time. In keeping with the records of past years, the scholastic attainment of the Senior class has been exceptional. Maintaining an average constantly above 807, each bi-weekly period our class has had at least fifteen representatives on the high honor roll. The various honorary or- ganizations-The Fifteen, Chemistry Club, Rauchrunde, Les Copains, E1 Circulo Espanol-all are led by Seniors and have primarily members of the Senior class as participants. The clubs which provide an outlet for our other talents-Choir, Clee Club, Concert Band, and Stony Bat- ter Dramatic Club-in these, too, is our class well represented. We must not forget the News'i, KARUX, and Lit where again the names of seniors are prominent as leaders and members. In these respects there is no doubt as to the prominence of the Senior class. However, school life to be full and well rounded out must contain athletics, and here again the Senior is foremost. The soccer and football teams boasted many Seniors as members. In cross country the same was true. During the winter, the basketball and wrestling squads con- tained many stellar performers from our class. The swimming team included Senior partici- pants of the highest caliber. And so it continued on into the spring when the track, tennis, and baseball teams showed rosters filled with our men. Thus was our school life rounded out and brought to a glorious close. To whom do we owe this success? To Dr. and Mrs. Tippetts, members of the faculty and coaching staffs, whose patience and helpful guidance we will always remember. lt is into their hands, Class of 1951, that we commend you. May you ever keep before you that great motto which guides all sons of Mercersburg-Hard Work, Clean Life, and Fair Play-as you carry on in that endless succession of graduating classes, which we, the Class of 1950, now leave in your hands. HUGH C. NEVIN, JR., Historian. 49 lII'Ni Ilmv. from In-ft f-Banu-r'. I'uIIii1::vr, Arch. I.iIIy. II. Faiiliplu-II, I'1'iIm'Ii:nrnI, l'l1Ivn-r, II. .InIms1v1i. Ihulim-, Strin-Iclcr, Smuhn N N1 N I-Iisw-llilmii, tiuul, Stn-rliligp 1'I1rlli11n-. Iliglllur. -vmul Ilmx' -Iiul1I'1n:lu. Ik-Iviznv. SiIllI,L2't'IIilIIIIlif. RI:lrti:1,SpuItm'c-. Engli, I-'1'i'1i6+-. Fin-Ii. Ilia-lri--In, Ilalun-r. 111-1-1-nIs-:lt', Slult In ru Rlnrslunll. Ile-nI'rn-w, V11-11:14-us, I'm-ntuny. IIIir1I Iluw Iilwlss. 1':II:uuIx':l. I'. Alf-xaunlw, HZIFIIII, Sutton. Mlinllu--Iinus, Iirulmm, lhnwis. N, I,n-Ilnp. Mvllvaiim-, Nu-wlun Ilvnin. I'Il'vilig'. Ilulximxn, Allmalm-sv, Urnlrmi. Imlrtlx Ituw W, Imlhry. Dun:-y, I', l IlIIlIl'P. I,. .IoImsun. K1-ssm-r. Ross. Anile-rsnn, Gray. Str:lnuIi:in, li, I'IniIIips. Ilulvinwn tnpu u XI-1'1mmII I' UI nw I Ir Minus .' '.t..:. Ilunnlun. IiI'lIu Ilmm' W. I':V3IIlh. Iliulvy. Y. l':nli1pIu-II. Nm-vin. IIiII. Imnisn-I, l'uym-. Mnsnlinu, Murray. I,m-mlm-r, W. Huh-s. Ilug-gl N11 1 Spf-urs. Hvliwn-nli. Ilumu-. I'rim-Itotr. MII Ibm' Ilittvr. Lott. Ilmmn-Ily, II. i'1V1ll:S. Kyl'iuIti4Ie-s. S. I,uI1r.E. Ihnmiltun, ID. I.1IiII'. 'I'. Williams. lU'il'lIilK'1lIl, Ilzlrrim lonrm I-'II-mingr. II:1II, Imlilv, Iiuvi. -V4-nth Ibm' I'e-Ilun. I s-lluws Ihltruw. S. Phillips. Vliristiior. HZIIIIHIIQ-'ll. We-hlr. Il. Martin, hIl'l't'IIfllI'iH, Urnllste-nlt. Lnmlurl hmm Ilulxmam. Ilivlmmll, Shllunrs. Iluliriiau-Ii. Iurlntli Iluw I,ym-Ii. M4-rritt. u'Q'liIIIQ'+'I'. II. I.. Lcwis, 'I'ohi:is. l'. IG. Miller, Il. II:-ml. Il. Sliafto, Nick. KI-rr. ICV4-I1-Il. I':um I um Hrnizt. l'n1xln-i', I,IlIIQ.ZiIIlIlIlII1'I', Ninth Imu 'I'imr11Imr::Ii. Il, Iiruz. II:-mlrivksqn. II. llvyrr, IG. Slmflu. l'lIiTt'I'. Alhru-clit. Slam-r. Kasc. Ilnwliins. Ifzlgaln, Vlnslur NI nu J. .L Smith. XIHIII4-ws. I,. NY, Wilson. Svlulvltr. I1-nth Huw IH-ck. IH-irsul. Suurs. Wnlslu-. Uliiitmi. Iiuffus. .I. V. Mill:-r. Ilum-nu, Il. Willinms. Km-.asln-r. W, Fvvllwru. lin-lux .Uvlu-, XII-Imnzllrl, 'I'IImn:ls. III-V1-mil III-xv Ihms. IP, Amir:-tw. I! Smith. 'I':l3Im', Svln-ilmln-r. Prcsicierzt Secretary H istorimz Prcsentnf Ornfm' Pfopilvf Poet - II iurslmll ion Orator June enior Class OFFICERS AUGUSTINE CARL Omxmon, Atlantic City, N. -I. H NICKOLAS BLAIR LEROY, FRANKLIN, Onto IKIUGH Civ0ULD NEVIN, ja., Pittsburgh, Pa. - ROHN ANTHON ENGH, Occim City, Md. - FREDERICK HANS BOWIS, Chevy Chase, Mei. - JOHN HERIXIAN ALBRECHT, Detroit, Mich. BRAINERD PAYNE STRANAHAN, Englewood, N. al. - JOHN PETER VALAER, Buitulo, N. Y. 48 August Senior Class History As the time comes for the summer-school Class of 1949 to bid adieu to Mercers- burg, we wish to give thanks to all who made this summer school possible and suc- cessful. To the faculty we give our gratitude for their effort to train us for college with unfailing patience and understanding. The world we are about to enter after we leave Mercersburg is a world torn to pieces by racial prejudice and political intolerance. We shall try our best to become successful in such a world as this, and in doing so we shall make use of the skill, educa- tion, and the training which a boy acquires at Mercersburg. For this, Mercersburg Academy, we also thank you. Our class, perhaps the school's smallest summer senior class, was well represented in the winter session. One of our members was in the Varsity club: some were on the soccer team. Wrestling, baseball, and football teams also contained part of our class on their roster. Scholastically, some of our members were in Les Copains, El Circulo Espanol, the Chemistry Club, and Laticlavii. A few of our names appeared on the numerous honor rolls. We were represented well both scholastically and in athletics. To you, Dr. and Mrs. Tippetts, we are truly indebted for your guidance and help. We thank you for everything you have done in trying to make our stay at Mercersburg a joyous and profitable one. To our faculty adviser, Mr. Montgomery, we give thanks for his constant kindness and help. The summer-school Class of 1949 has had a successful stay at Mercersburg. At times the going was tough, but it was worthwhile. What we learned at Mercersburg can never be taken away from us. Education is worth all the money in the world, for it can never be lost. WILLIAM C. KOLLAS, ' Class Historian and Secretary. 47 3 new .V D. First Huw, from LPft7Il8TflHilll. Wolff, Kullus. Swuxul Huw -Ilmse-rt, Emory, More-nlith, Diem-r. August Senior Class OFFICERS President - - JOHN KLAUDER WOLFF, jcnkintuwn, Pu. Secretary-Historian - W1LL1A1x1 CHARLES KOLLAS, Carlisle, Pu. Faculty Adviser - - MR. JOHN HOWARD 1X10N'l'GOIXlEl'H 46 Hendivzg Ciockuiisez just Checkin' Oh! Wliat 21 Beautiful Morninn Siilid South 10:20 Club VVill Meet Signed, Scaled, and Delivered I Passed Twice .I ' Q I F1 552 .M 19 ' sf 577. f NW N W I an :iffy .I ' l 1, I X f E H 'Q X T- 555 ws I ' ew w f ' X I jf WV ! ll T 'K I X , , Rf N W2 -X522-L .H C HAPFI, -IQ f if imffr W U ll 1 5, MfL' PW QN'ss,:Tfif3wlEE - ... xyf Rv i'jLQ51,,S' 7 . 'M nf-'if - Q xx --Q. I J- 'L 'til-..y,L-Ah Rl. f' , 1+ N- IA xx ' IL Q ...ilu X f - - - .. i .. .. J., I , 1 Classes liirst VVorld VVar. The new recitation hall will honor those ninety-l'our men who gave their lives in the Second VVorld VVar, for many ol' the rooms will he given hy the alumni. Tahlets are planned for such purposes, and the lirst Hoof is given over to memorial rooms. Other rooms are in memory of great teachers of former Mercersburg facul- ties. Memorials to the two former heaclmasters of Mer- cershurg, Drs. lrvine and Edwards, will he erected. In late summer the structural steel and materials were hrought on campus and the main construction was started. Un through the ensuing school year the progress of the development was eagerly watched hy all of the Academy. On Armistice Day of 1949 a simple hut impressive service was held at Irvine llall when Dr. and Mrs. Tippetts placed the date stone into position. The ceremony was all the more appropriate hecause the edilice is dedicated to hier- cershurg's sons who lost their lives in VX7orld Will' ll. lX'lercershurg is grateful to all those friends and Alumni, as well as to the memhers ol' the Board of Regents, the head! master, the campaign director, who have given so generf ously of their time and money to this project so that future generations of lXlerccrshurg hoys may have improved facilif ties and opportunities in their preparatorvfschool education. Bml llfork Progresses Finisliing Touches Ilit lfiizixlietl Product' View in ,Iurzuury 1950 those ol' any prepzirutory school in the country. ln this one huilcling is loczltecl ull the rooms necessary lo LlL'L'Ol11l11Utl2llL' the currieulur activities now concluctetl in hlnin llzill, the Annex, 'Eightyheigllt clormitory, lgiuclss llaill, llllll the uSllllCliSn. Since the heginning ol' hlerccrshurg als il l1l'L'l7Lll'LlIlDl'f' school there has heen ti high stuntlurcl ol' teaching which has since hecome il traiditiong tocluy Ur. iliipluetts wishes to carry out the plain and clesire ol' Dr. lrxine :incl Ur. lftlwzirtls that hlercershurg shall hzwe superior classrooms lor its masters to do their johs even hetter than now untler more liavoruhle conditions. Vvhen the new hluin llull wzis huilt, the present class' rooms in that huilcling were designed in such ai wan' that git ai later Llute they could he changed into tlormitory rooms with the completion ol' the new huilcling. lfrom this space there will he ilY2llllll3lC in hluin llzxll zultlitionnl nlormitory. common amd masters' rooms. 'lihis tloes not inclutle the spnce in the halsements ol' lgniclxs, illiglityeight, :intl .Xn nex where extrzteurriculzir tlctivilies 2lI'C housetl. The Chapel was huilt as ll memorial to hlercershurg mothers and hlercershurg sons who lost their lives in the Clizipel from Cirtlers 'Iilll' Hoof' Cues On I,ll.!'ll1tQ of Dale Stone Hear lieu' liull 1949 ff' WkaQ 93-:F , . the new building will have cost approximately SS600,000 at the time ol' its completion. The breaking ol' ground lor Irvine llall toolx place on April 30, I9-l9, bv live gold-star mothers. Construction be' gan immediately, the students and the faculty showing much interest. As a part of the 1949 Commencement weekend the box to be placed in the date stone was sealed bv Mrs. Clarlae Slade, daughter ol' Dr. Vllilliam hlann Irvine, first heatlmaster ol' the blercersburg l'XC2lClCIT1y, for whom the new building is named. The new structure as designed bv architects Trautwein and llowarcl, ol' Philadelphia, contains thirtv-four rooms lor classes, a new library room, which will be l00 leet bv 25 lieet, the biology, physics, and chemistry laboratories, a mechanical drawing room, a Faculty lounge to be furnished bv the liacultv, three hobby rooms, and necessary storage rooms. The dimensions ol' the entire building are SZVZ lieet bv I86 feet. General design ol' the building is Neo-Cree in order to harmonize earlier constructed buildings with the Chapelg it is made ol' briclt with white trimming and forms a com' pletion ol' the east side of the Chapel quadrangle. The laboratories below and above the library in the center of the east side alliord lxlercersburg facilities which will equal I ouring Cement Crane Steel Trainl' Steel Steel Structure lr ine Hall Yvitli the liall opening ol' time iXlL'l'L'L'l'Si3lll'g ,Xeatlenn next September will also open time doors ol, tlie long awaitecl laboratory and recitation building, lrvine llall. 'liliis mueli needed addition to the campus has lween a tlream ol' the acllninistrators of this selmool for many years, ami now, in 1950-the year inarking time end ol' a hall' century ol' im provement at Mereerslmurg-time realivation ol' tliis vision is finally becoming a reality. ln i927 at time time of time complete destruction ol' Old Main Hall by fire, a set ol' eleven fCl11llUl'lll'l' classrooms was eonstrueteci on time land luetween 'lliglltyfeiglit dormitory and the Chapel. These rooms were eonstruetetl in time short time of ten days, and have sinee lneen eallecl time Sl1aelts . lliey were to be in use lor only a short time, but have served as classrooms for over twenwftwo tears. The campaign for the new luuilcling was starlecl in IWW by Dr. Boyd Eclwards, but lweeause ol' time war. it was tie Ferretl. Hut on time day ol' the illumni Reunion at Mereers lung on Uetolmer 12, ILJ46, time campaign lor raising time money necessary for time eonstruetion ol' suell a lwuilcling was begun anew. Ar lirst time areliiteets estimatecl time eost ol' time building at SS-180000, but as a result ol' inereasecl costs. ''Pri'-relwlzitimz SIIUCIQSH I ,xetn'11liou Hexgius Grmlml, Brcnkipzg Dllle HUA Seiliillxgf -x S S' w Q f 42. , 2 3 1 E . Aw is 5. A 55' A gm Af lung , - 1,, 'gk My I ,. , Z, K My A y X' V ' .4 . ill! ' A ' if K , , ,JW N.- . , , va in 'W N 3 F A I ff . Q nk s tx , 1. 1 ,?K,,.-- ,xx .Hg W.. I is A Saw as K arg. i ii . 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XfVa1ker's unforgettahle experiences is an Alumni dinner given in his honor at Philadelphia in 1936. That night a gilt was presented to him for his loyal services to the school and for the leadership and guidance he has shown for his working hoys. VVorking hoys are often considered his hoys, not only hecause he has charge of them, hut hecause he is always willing to help and counsel them on any matter that may arise. Year after year he attends regional Alumni dinners such as those in Pittshurgh, Philadelphia, and Detroit. There is one humorous experience of hlr. Vvalkeris fifty years at the lklercershurg Academy which he frequently remem- hers. The hoys had planned with hl r. Wzllkei' to apprehend a working hoy named Charlie, who secretly had heen eating pies in the kitchen, when that was known to he forbidden. Once when Charlie was eating his unlawful pie, Mr. VValker disf covered the pieffaced criminal and turned the culprit in for ten hours of guard. Ur. lippctts never fails to enjoy telling this story ahout himself. The following year Charles S. Tip- petts, '12, hecame lXlr. VValker's headwaiter. VVhen Dr. Tippetts was appointed headmaster in 1941, Mr. Walker was exceedingly happy to see one ol' his working boys return in such .in important posltltm. liven though 1X1r. Vlfalker was a memher of the 1X 1arsha11 Literary society during his student years at lXlercershurg, he has followed a middle-offthefroad policy concerning societies since his return as a memher of the faculty. 1'm neutral, he insisted. 'lihen he added smilingly, The hoys will get a kick out of hearing that. Undouhtedly Mr. VVa1ker is friendly to hoth societies, hut many helieve that he is greatly pleased when 1X1arsha11 is victorious in the 1Xlid-winter dehate. Because of 1Y1r. W7alker's endeavors, the Academy kitchen was enlarged to its present condition to provide efliciently for the everfhungry students. By huying the provisions and over- seeing the working hoys he has managed the kitchen departf ment ol' this institution through two Wforld VVars under the Academy's three headmasters, Dr. lrvine, Dr. Edwards, and Dr. Tippetts. Mr. Vllalker thoroughly enjoys watching all Mercerslburgs sports events, attends as many as time allows, and is a familiar figure at many games. On the annual football trip to Kiski, the team is often accompanied hy lX1r. VValker, and he regularly journeys to Philadelphia in the spring in order to watch Mer- cershurg participate in the Penn Relays. Although kept quite occupied hy his work at school, 1X'lr. VVa1ker has found time to he a memher of the town council for eight years, and he is now serving his second term as burgess of 1X1ercershurg Borough. Even the town recognizes the talents of this man. Completing a half century in the service of the Academy is not his lirst golden anniversary, for he and Mrs. Vvalker ccleln-ated their 50th year of marriage in 1947. The working hoys presented him with a heautiful wing chair. while the rest of the students presented him with a Philco radio. The class of 1950 is looking forward to seeing 1X1r. Wzilket' at the annual Alumni dinners for many years to come. 1X1er- cershurg sons of '50 as well as those who have also known Mr. VVa1ker's friendliness and eongcnialiry during the past half! century wish to thank him for his fifty years of faithful service to the hlercershurg Academy. 29 Recognition A FI1HIl11Hl'Sft7HCC James Livingston Walker XfVith the arrival ol the middle of the 20th century FIQIIE Krmux wishes to pay tribute to a man who has served The lkflereershurg Academy during the entire lirst hall ol this century. lklr. ,lames Livingston l'Valker, who came to Mer- eershurg as steward in WOO alter having at- tended this school in those first years of Dr. lrvine's administration, has seen the great majority ol' lXlereershurg boys come and go. lle has served the Academy well, and we gratelully acknowledge that service. A Kanux reporter, interviewing Mr. Vllalk- er to discuss with him his liltv vears on this campus, was impressed by his youthful point ol MV- lvfllkw' RU, -WS view. The boys can now think faster than I, he claimed, brit it keeps me young trying to keep up with them. lklr. VValker when asked if he ever regrets serving the Academy lor lilly years answered etnphat' ically, No, every day has hrought some new and unusual experience. lklr. Vklalker said that heing in the company ol' the Alumni allords him his most enjoyahle mof ments and that he always looks forward to the Alumni Day dinner, which is held on the campus at Keil llall. This is understandable hecause this dinner gives the friendly steward an opportunity to speak with many ol his old working hoys and their Fellow classmates. lle continued hy say ing that he never misses a chance ol meeting fellow Alumni to talk over old times with them. His Boys 28 JOSEPH HAROLD LANDIS Winter Scene X MRS. CLARENCE LUCK CHARLTON Hostess at Administration Building Logan Collegeg at Mercerslmurg since 1935. JESSE L. HOUPT Assistant Steward Mail Carrier for The Mercersburg Academy, 1923-19425 Served in U. S. Navy for 42 monthsg Returned to Mercershurg in 1946. B.C.S. Assistant Treasurer Strayer College of Accountancy, George VVashington Universityg at Mcrcersburg 1930-19375 U. S. Navy February 1942 until February 19465 Returned to Mereersburg 1946. AIMEE KATHERINE KULP AB., BS. in L.S. Assistant Librarian Wilson Collegeg Drexel Institute nf Tech- nology Library Schonlg Former Member of the staff of Yale University Library, Prince- ton University Library, and Wilson College Libraryg at Mercersburg since 1949. KATHERINE KELLER, PLN. Assistant Infirmary Superintendent Baltimore Church Home and Hospital Grad- uateg Superintendent of operating room Bal- timore Church Home and Hospitalg Marv- land State Department of Health Services of Crippled Childreng Assistant Superintendent Baltimore Children's Hospital Schoolg at Mercersburg since 1945. 05 V14 N Ss Ev' I L 7 ,Zi Knox' 7 K' BEN P1ARNLY, AB., MA. Spanish Florida Southern Collegep Middlebury Col- legeg University of Paris CSorbonnejg Vet! cran, U. S. Armyg taught French and En- glish at Staunton Military Academy, 1941- 19-183 at Mercersburg since 1949. IAMES LIVINGSTON WALKER Steward Mercersburg Alumnusg at Mercersburg since 1900. MIss ANNA MARGARET FALLON Librarian Merccrsburg graduateg Vlfilsun Collegeg New York Library Schoolg at Mercersburg since 1911. IOSEPH HADE FUNK Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds At Merccrsburg since 1919. Miss MARGARET DAVIS, RN. Infrmary Superintendent Chambersburg lluspital Gruduatcg former night supervisor nf Chambersburg: at Mer- cersburg since 1928. MRS. CIUY PERRY r1j0ZER Nfatron llluornsburg State Teachers College: taught in primary and intermediate grades in Penn' sylvania schools for Eve vcnrsg House Mothcr at Beckley College for zine yeurg at Meruers- burg since 1931. F -4 acuity ,ju SF, all A ' 1 ,S ff s 3 7 Siinzlial in Garth DAVIS ALEXANDER WASHBLIRN AB. Mathematics, Chemistry, and jayvee Football Coach vuniug Delta Phi Fraternityg U. S. Navy 1944-463 at Mcrcersburg since 1947. JOSEPH IVINS CALDWELL laurg since 1948. St. Andruw's Schoolg University of Pennsyl- JOHN ROGER PALIXIER B.A. English Choate Schoolg Harvard Collegeg served in the U. S. Army Air Force from 1942 to 19455 Assistant Adviser, the Press Club: at Mercershurg since 1948. DANIEL HOYT DANIELS A.B. Spanish and Mathematics St. Albans Schoolg Cum Laude Societyg Sul- livan Preparatory School: United Status Naval Acadelnyg Harvard Collcgeg at Mer- cersburg since 1949. MRS. NORRIS W. GRABILL AB. Reading Progrmn Otterbein Collegeg Graduate VVurk Ohio State Universityg at Murcershlirg since 1949. ALLEN VVILKINSON GREER AB. A.B. EVLgliSh and DTGWGHCS Oratory and Public Speaking Sf- GC0fge'S Schools Harvard Ciiuegfi Served Shortridge Iligh School, Indianapolis, Ind.: in U- 5- Army 1943 I0 19469 HT Mervers- Harvard Collegeg U. S. Army from l943 Lmtil 19469 at Mercershurg since 1949. PRESTON HENRY IUDD, A.B., A.M. Mathematics Swarthmore College, University of Pennsyl- vaniag Phi Beta Kappa Societyg Memner Cum Laude Society of the Academyg taught at Morristown School and Rutgers Prepara- tory School, at Mereersburg since 1944. PAUL GALLOWAY ANDERSON A. B., 1VI.A. Mathematics College of Charlestong Columbia University: taught at Charleston High Schoolg Glyn Academy, Brunswick, Ca.g Longfellow School of Bethesda, Md., Pi Kappa Phi, at Mercers- burg since 1945. DAVID MCMURTRIE RUTTER, A.B. English Ilill Schoolg Williams Collegeg Sigma Phi Fraternityg Active Duty in the U. S. Army, 1941419-15, European and Pacific Theaters of Operationsg Dean of Nlaple Cottageg at Mercersburg since 1946. CHARLES EDINGTON THOMAS A.B., lVl.A. History Hamilton College, University of Pennsyl- vania, taught at West Reading, Pa., Seaford, Del.g Northwood School, Lake Placid Club, N. Y.g at Mercersburg since 1946. The MRS. GEORGE F. l'lAMER, ja. B.A. Head of Reading Program VVellesley: at Mercershurg since 1947. ERIC EDWARD l'lARR1S M.R.S.T., F.Pt.G.S. French and History Queen Elizabetl-Us School, llarllcbury, En- gland, Saltley Church of England College, Birminghamg Ministry of Education Perma- nent Teaching Certificate 1926, taught En- glish literature and Geography in public schools in Birminghamg Ministry of Educa- tion, Cairo, Egyptg taught at Tanta Second- ary Schoolg served with Royal Air Force in Mediterranean and Middle East Theatresg twice mentioned in dispatches for distin- guished serviccg Bronze oak leaf and four campaign tnedalsg Senior staff duties at Air Ministry, Londong Re-signed commission 1947, retaining permanent rank of Squadron Lead- erg at Mercersburg since 1947. iw -9 -.-. I! 3011 Chapel Porte-Cochere JAMES WILSON MOYER A.B., B.D., A.M. Bible Mercersburg, 1928, Franklin and Marshall College, Eastern Theological Seminary, Co- lumbia University, Chi Phi Fraternity, Tau Kappa Alpha Fraternity Cnational hon- orary forensic fraternityl, Minister of the Trinity Evangelical and Reformed Church of Mercersburg since 1935, Vice president- Mercershurg Synod, at Mercersburg since 1942. ERNEST ACKERKNECHT STALEY A.B. English and Assistant to Head Master Union College, Graduate YVork at Harvard, Adviser to Dance Committee, Faculty Usher, Chapel, Faculty Usher, Entertainments, at Mercersburg since 1942. HERBERT WILSON Sntoup, jR. A.B., B.D., S.T.M. Faculty Secretary of Y. M. C. A., Assistant Varsity Foothall Coach, German Gettysburg College, Lutheran Theological Seminary, Gettysburg, Graduate Work at Union Theological Seminary, Columbia Uni- versity, Lutheran Theological Seminary, Get- tysburg, Lt. Cjgj, Chaplain Corps, United States Navy, Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity, Tau Kappa Alpha Fraternity Cnational hon- orary forensic fraternityj, Pastor, St. john's Lutheran Church, at Mercersburg since 1943. NORMAN WITHINGTON EAKEN Mus.B. Piano Penn Hall Conservatory, University Exten- sion Conservatory, Faculty Member of Na- tional Guild of Piano Teachers, Director of Eaken Music Studio of Chambersburg, Schol- arship students in Iulliard and Oberlin, at Mercersburg since 1943. LEONARD ALLEN PLANTZ, B.S. History, English, and Basketball Coach Colorado State College, Alpha Tau Omega Social Fraternity and Pi Gamma Mu Hon- orary Fraternity, taught at St. Johns Military School, 1941-43, Graduate Study at Univer- sity of Colorado, at Mercersburg since 1943. I FRANK LAIWAR CLARK, A.B. English Millersville State Teachers College, Franklin and Marshall College, Graduate Study at University of Virginia, taught at Franklin and Marshall Academy 1931-1943, Friends Academy 1943-1944, Assistant Adviser, the Press Club, Dean of Keil Hall, at Mercers- burg since 1944. FREDERICK ROLAND KUHN, B.S. Assistant Director of Athletics Head Coach of Baseball and Wrestling, Assistant Football Coach Springfield Collegeg Dean of Laucks Hailq at Mercersburg since 19315 on leave of absence April-September 1946. PRESTON FRANKLIN AIVISPACHER BS., M.S. Mathematics and Physics Gettysburg College, University of Michigang taught Mathematics and Physics at Gettys- burg College, Gettysburg, Pa., for five years, taught in Mercersburg War Training Pro- gramg Kapfa Phi Kappa Fraternityg General Electric Fe lowship at Union College during Summer nf 1945, Faculty Adviser, Hadio Club, at Mercersburg since 1935. LEWIS HALER HITZROT M.D., F.A.C.P. Medical Director Princeton Universityg Harvard Medical School, Alpha Omega Alpha, Sigma Xi, practised medicine in Philadelphia and taught in Medical School of University of Pennsylvania, 1927-19365 Faculty Adviser, Caducean Clubg at Mercersburg since 1936. VVILLIAIVI WOODBLIRY HOWARD A.B., lVl.A. Mathematics University of Maine, Harvard University, Columbia University, Kappa Phi Kappa Socictyg the Wheeler School 1936-1939, U. S. Navy 1942 to 1946, Dean of Colonial Cottage, at Mercersburg since 1939. Tl HENRY READY, Mus.B. Head of Music Department, Instrumental and Vocal Oberlin College, New Albany Schools, 1933- 19344 Mineola Iligh School, 1934-1936, Clinton Schools, 1936-19395 Camp Dudley, I-lead of Music Department since 19305 U. S. Army 1944-1946, returned to Mercers- bur March, 1946g at Mercersburg since 8 1939. FRANCIS ELLIOTT Pl-QHONIAS S.B. in Civil Engineering Mathematics Massachusetts Institute of Teclmologyg llnr- vard University, Civil Engineering Club: Federal Adult Educational VVOrk, 19364 1941, taught at Chestnut Hill Academy, Roxbury School, Montclair Academy, Mohe- gan Lake Academy, and Cumberland Valley Tutoring School, at Mercersburg since Feb- ruary, 1942. iii NORRIS VVEIMER GRABILL South Cottage llARRv FRANKLIN SBIITH AB., lV1.A. Head of the English Department Gettysburg College, Columbia University, Principal of Provincial lligh School, Philip- pines, formerly head of the English Depart- ment at Pennington School, Dean of lVlai.n llall Dormitory, Faculty Adviser, The Fif- teen, 'l'he Lit , at Mercersburg since 1915. PRATT LoRENzo TOBEY, PH.B. English, Oratory, Drarnatics, History of Art Brown University, Phi Beta Kappa Society, member Cum Laude Society of the Acad- emy, at Mercersburg since 1927, resigned November, 1942, to enter U. S. Army, hon- orably discharged january, 1943, and re- sumed work at Mercersburg. A.B., lVl.A. Mathematics and Tennis Coach Ottcrbcin College, Columbia University, taught previously at Connellsville High School and Bellefonte Academy, Faculty Adviser, Gun Club, at Mercersburg since 1927. BRYAN BARKER Carillonnear Former Carillunneur at University of Syd- ney, Sydney, Australia, Faculty Adviser, The Mercersburg News , President, Faculty Advisers of Columbia Scholastic Press Asso- ciation, Dean, 'Eighty-eight Dormitory, at Mercersburg since December, 1928, resigned October, 1942, to enter U. S. Army, honor- ably discharged lylarch, 1943, and resumed work at Mercersburg. ROBERT RAIWSEY BLACK, B.S. Spanish and French Mercersburg, 1925, University of Virginia, Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity, Faculty Busi- ness Adviser, The Mercersburg News , Faculty Adviser, the Press Club, the KARIIXQ Marshals of the Field 1946, taught at St. james Summer School, at Mercersburg since 1929. hlERBERT MAYBERRY KENIPTON PH.B Acting Director of Athletics, Mathematics, and Football Coach Yale University, Delta Psi Fraternity, taught and coached at the Tome School and the Hill School, First VVorld VVar April 13, 1917 to lime 30, 1919-Ensign duty, Brest, France, London, England, and Danzig, Ger- many, Second VVorld War April 15, 1942 to September 24, 1945-Officer in charge of Harbor Control Canal Zone Atlantic Side May 26, 1942 to February 10, 1944, Lieu- tenant Commander March 11, 1944, in Pa- cific March 10, 1944 to February 10, 1945. Ollicer in charge Harbor Control Saipan June 15, 1944 to December 8, 1944, Corn- manding Officer Harbor Control at Fort Wadsworth, Fort Hancock, Fort Tilden, Fort Schuyler, and Spermacetti Cove, New York, returned to inactive duty September 4, 1945, at Mercersburg since 1931. ROLLIN PROCTER GILBERT, B. S. Head of the Chemistry Department LaFayette College, Graduate Work at Uni- versity of Pennsylvania, Alpha Chi Rho Fra- ternity, during World War commissioned second lieutenant, Sanitary Corps, and served at the American University Experiment Sta- tion at Vlfashington, D. C., First Lieutenant, O. R. C., Chemical Warfare Service, 1926- 1941, member of the American Chemical Society, Vice Chairman, Southeastern Penn- sylvania Section, A. C. S., 1944, Chairman 1945, Faculty Adviser, the Chemistry Club, at Mercersburg since 1921. DANIEL l-IEEFNER Secretary of the General Alumni Association University of Pennsylvania, served in En- gland and France in American Expeditionary Forces during VVor1d War I, contributor to Dictionary of American Biography , author From Meaux to Compiegneu and A Great Educator , editor The Mercersburg Acad- emy Alumni Quarterlyn, member The Ameri- can Alumni Council, Sec.-Treas., Alumni Liv- ing Endowment Fund, Faculty Adviser, the KARUX, 1930-1936, honorary member Class of 1931, Mercersbuxg, member Academy Board of Regents, 1936-1940, Secretary Alum- ni Association since 1924, at Mercersburg since 1922, excepting ten months, 1936-1937. FRANK ELLIS CURRIER, AB., ED.lVl. Head of the German Department Harvard University, Dean of South Cottage, Adviser to Marshall Society, Adviser to Senior Club, at Mercersburg since 1924. JOHN M. MILLER, B. S. Swimming Princeton University, assistant swimming coach at Princeton, coached at Lawrence- ville, Duluth, Havana, and Ecuador, mem- ber of Kappa Phi Kappa educational fra- ternity, summer school faculty University of Southern California, National A. A. U. Men's Swimming Committee, editor of In- tercollegiate Swimming Rule Book, officer Ln charge of swimming and water survival for U. S. Naval Aviation, at Mercersburg since 1924. GEORGE FREDERICK l'lAIxIER, IR. BS. Head of the Physics Department Organist and Choirmasier Phillips Academy CAndoverD, Massacllusctts Institute of Technology, Ilonorary Member Class of 1944 and 1945, at Mcrccrsburg, at Mercersburg since 1925. CLARENCE LUCK CHARLTON AB., A.lVi. General Science and Biology VVil1iam and Mary College, University ol' Chicago, La Universidad de lylejico, D. 17., at Mercersburg since 1925. BENJAMIN FRANK Kuta acuity Moi. Chapel Garth it K- ig fy E? , a ss x ,Wit ,L E2 Ext LUCIAN CLARK BAREHABT HS., lVl.L.D. Head of the Drawing Department University of Rochcsterg Cornell University, Theta Delta Chi Fraternity, Director of As- semhly Singingg Art Adviser, the KARUX since 19195 at Mercersburg since 1916, ex- cepting 1918-1919, when he served in the American Expeditionary Forces in France :luring the VVorld War. Roisianr Maamirr COFF Executive Assistant to Head Master Middletown CConn.j High School, Faculty Usher, Chapelg Faculty Adviser to Dance Committee 1929-19495 Faculty Usher, En- tertainmcntsg honorary member Class of 1937 at Mercersburgg Secretary to Head Master 1918-42g Coordinator, VVar Training Service 1942-43, Assistant to Head Master 1942-46, Executive Assistant to Head Master 19463 at Mercershurg since 1917, excepting one year, 1919-20. Head of the Spanish Department Gettysburg Collegeg studied at Harvard Uni- versity, University of Pennsylvania, Centro de Estudiantes, Madrid, Spain: taught at Keystone Academy, 1915-19189 Phi Delta Theta Fraternityg Faculty Adviser, Stamp Club, E1 Circulo Espanol, in charge of Lit- erary Societies' Lists since 1922g at Mercers- hurg since 1918. JOHN HOWARD lhlONTGOMERY AB. Head of the French Department University of Missourig Faculty Adviser, Les Copainsg Dean of Main Hall Annex, at Mer- cersburg since 1918. DAVID FERDINAND CHAPDIAN, AB. Head of the History Department Director of Building Campaign Fund Union Collegeg Delta Phi Fraternityg Phi Beta Kappa Societyg taught at Elmira Voca- tional School, Elmira, N. Y., and The Hill Schoolg served in the army during the World Warg Alumni Secretary, 19215 Fac- ulty Usher, Chapelg member of the Cum Laude Society of the Academyg Author, A Challenge to Youth, 19435 at Mercershurg since 1919. CiREY HUNTINGFORD WX'hlAN A.B., LLB. Head of the Latin Department Brown University, Teachers Collegeg Colum- bia Law School, taught at Phillips Andover Academy and Horace Mann Schoolg served in France in American Expeditionary Forces in World War Ig commissioned Second Lieu- tenant, Field Artilleryg after the Armistice served on headquarters stall' of the Rents, Requisitions, and Claims Service, Toursg Faculty Adviser, Laticlavii, jurisprudence Societyg Director of Saturday morning debat- ing and public-speaking activitiesg at liler- cersburg since 1921. JOHN MILTON DRUMM Treasurer .Em eritus First Pennsylvania State Normal School, Pennsylvania Business College, taught in public schools of Lancaster County, Pa., Chairman of the committee to investigate advantages of common composite buying by all preparatory schools in the East, 1925, President, Association of Business OH-icers of Preparatory Schools, 1928, honorary mem- ber of Class of 1938 at Mercersburg, at Mercersburg since 1900. Retired Oct. 15, 1946. JANIES CLELWIX lX1ILLER, AB. Registrar Dickinson College, taught at Matawan, N. J., liast Stroudsburg, Pa., State Teachers' Col- lege, The Grier School, as CoPrincipa1, 1904-1907, and Mercersburg, Head of Math- ematics Department, 1901-1904, Registrar since 1907, member of Cum Laude Society of the Academy, for more than twenty years a representative of the Academy at the an- nual meetings of the Association of Colleges and Preparatory Schools of the lV1iddle At- lantic States and Maryland, honorary mem- ber of Class of 1910, first Secretary-Trezr surer of General Alumni Association, at Mercersburg since 1901. jAMEs MICHAEL CLIRRAN Track Attended Schools in Galashiels, Scotland, trainer at University of Pennsylvania 1907- '09, at Mercersburg since 1910. CLAUDE MICHAEL YEAKLE Treasurer Mercersburg 1918, Pennsylvania Business College, Treasurer of Association of Business Ofhcers of Preparatory Schools, at Mercers- burg since 1913, except 1918 and 1919 when he served in the United States Army. l ROY MoNTCoMERY ANDREW, A.B. Dean and Head of Mathematics Department Yale University, at Merccrshurg since 191-1. except 1918-1919, when he served in the United States Army as First Lieutenant, Field Artillery. WILB-IARTH IIIVINL: JACOBS A.B., ED.M. Assistant H cad Master Clark University, Harvard University, Phi Delta Ka a' member Cum Laude Socictv PP I . of the Academy, at Mercersburg since 1915, excepting one year spent in the U. S. Navy during World VVar I. Head Master CHARLES SANFORD TIPPETTS, Ph.D., Litt.D. Mercersburg Academy, 1912, Litt.B., Princeton, 1916, A.M., 1922, Ph.D., 1924, Litt.D., Franklin and Marshall, 1942, Princeton Fellow, Harvard Law School, 1916-17. Instructor, Economics, Princeton University, 1919-21 and 1923-24, Assistant Professor of Economics, State University of Iowa, 1924-25, Professor, 1925-28, Professor of Business Administration, University of Washington, 1928-29, Profes- sor of Economics, University of Budalo, 1929-35, Dean, School of Business Administration, University of Pittsburgh, 1935-41, Visiting Professor, Summer Sessions of University of Washington, 1930, West Virginia University, 1931, Ohio State University, 1932, Vice Chair- man, Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh, Director, Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce, 1936-41, Served as First Lieutenant, 304th lnfantry, 76th Division, A. E. F., World War, 1917-19, Captain, ln- fantry, O. R. C., 1919-34, Member American Economics Association, Headmaster's Club of Philadelphia, Member: Head Masters Asso- ciation, Economists' National Committee on Monetary Policy, Uni- versity Club CPittsburghD, Harvard-Yale-Princeton Club of Pitts- burgh, Franklin Inn Club of Philadelphia, Military Order of The World Wars, Phi Beta Kappa, Delta Sigma Pmho, Beta Gamma Sigma, Alpha Kappa Psi, Scabbard and Blade, Pennsylvania State Highway Planning Commission, Author: State Banks and the Federal Reserve System, 1929, Business Organization and Control Cwith Shaw LivermoreD, 1932, 1941, Previser Cwith L. A. Fromanl, of Horace Whites Money and Banking, 1935, at Mercersburg since 1941. 17 W, E?-ffl: YWZPWA DH. CILXIKLES S. TIPPlL'l l'S Hemi Mnsfcr Since I9-ll 16 The Mercersburg Alumni Council OFFICERS Honorary President JOEL T. BOONE, '09, Rear Admiral, M. C., U. S. N., Washington, D. C. Honorary Vice President - THE REV. SIMON SIPPLE, D.D., '96, Allentown, Pa. President - - - - - HENRY B. SWOOPE, IR., '23, Madera, Pa. First Vice President OLIVER D. FINNIGAN, IR., '31, Commander U. S. N., F. P. O., San Francisco, Cal. Second Vice President ----- GEORGE A. LYON, IR., Detroit, Mich. Secretary - - - DANIEL HEEFNER, HON. '31, Mercersburg, Pa. MEMBERS JOEL T. BOONE, '09, Rear Admiral, M. C., U. S. N. - - JOHN P. BURNS, '16 ------- THE HON. W. HEBER DITHRICH, '06 - THE REV. EARL L. DOUOLASS, D.D., '09 - - - OLIVER D. FINNIGAN, IR., '31, Commander, U. S. N. - H JUNIUS P. FISHBURN, '14 - - - - CYRUS L. FULTON, '31 - - - THE HON. HARRY W. LECORE, '12 - GEORGE A. LYON, IR., '38 - - JAMES E. MEREDITH, JR., '38 - C. EDWARD MURRAY, IR., '10 PAUL H. MUssER, Ph.D., '12 - HANS W. NOLDE, '14 - MEDARY A. PRENTISS, '14 - - - THE REV. IRVIN A. RAUBENHOLD, '11 - THE HON. ROBERT F. RICH, '02 - WILLIAM B. RODGERS, '22 - - ELMER PORTER SERENA, ESQ., '23 - - NICHOLAS L. SHIELDS, Captain, U. S. M. C. THOMAS B. STEIGER, ESQ., '35 - - - ALEXANDER STEWART, M.D., '14 - HENRY B. SWOOPE, JR., '23 - - HENRY R. VAN DEUSEN, IR., ESQ., '26 - DAVID L. WINEBRENNER, III, '32 - - 15 Washington, D. C. - Harrisburg, Pa. - Pittsburgh, Pa. - Princeton, N. San Francisco, Cal. - Roanoke, Va. Lancaster, Ohio LeGore, Md. - Detroit, Mich. Narberth, Pa. Trenton, N. - Merion, Pa. - Reading, Pa. - Bellerose, N. Y. - - York, Pa. Woolrich, Pa. - Pittsburgh, Pa. - Philadelphia, Pa. Midway Island, Va. - Mercersburg, Pa. Shippensburg, Pn. - Madera, Pa. - Scranton, Pa. - New Oxford, Pa. Board of Regents President DR. EARL L. DOUGLASS, '09, Princeton, New jersey Vice President REAR ADMIRAL JOEL T. BOONE, '09, Washington, D. C. Secretary MR. CLAUDE M. YEAKLE, '18, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania THE HON. HARVEY C. BICKEL - REAR ADMIRAL JOEL T. BOONE, '09 THE HON. W. HEBER DITHRICH, '06 THE REV. DR. EARL L. DOUcLAss, '09 MR MR MR MR DR. DR. A 1 . IOHN M. DRUMM UNIUS P. FISHBURN, '14 - . WILLIAINI H. FISHER L. VINTON HERSHEY A. R. KEPPEL - I. PAUL MOCOMB THE REV. DR. HOEART D. MOKEEHAN DR. PAUL H. MUssER, '12 - - MR. HANS W. NOLDE, '14 - THE REV. IRVIN A. RAUBENHOLD, '11 DR. MR. MR. MR DR. MR. MR ALEXANDER STEWART, '14 - D. A. STICKELL - - HARRY E. STONE HENRY B. SWOOPE, EDWARD P. THOMAS CHARLES R. TODD ERNEST T. TRIGG JR., '23 - THE REV. DR. SCOTT R. WAGNER MR. WILLIAM C. E. WAGNER - 14 Baltimore, Md Washington, D. C Pittsburgh, Pa - Princeton, N. I Mercersburg, Pa - R oano ke, Va Chambersburg, Pa Hagerstown, Md Salisbury, N. C - Pittsburgh, Pa Huntingdon, Pa Merion, Pa - Reading, Pa - - York, Pa Shippensburg, Pa Hagerstown, Md Phoenixville, Pa - Madera, Pa Frederick, Md - Carlisle, Pa Philadelphia, Pa Hagerstown, Md Williamsport, Pa Mr. Millar c1lIL'L'liS sL'lIL'lll HKHVIILI K loulcu iw: X'Vcclxly fXllmvm1u' Many l Cu IJUXYIIIIPXYIIE Anfmtlmcr Appliczntkum Hcccix Um' Slllklllf' fxl-ICI'llIN!l1 A llcslx lull ul ljI'HlJlCIl!5 :lu . 3 llgx l ,L DIQTIISTRATIULISQQ K M5587 Q mmm X , il.. X .il .........i...N-'Ya -1 -'q +f:1?- 1551 TRAYLOR HALL-1950 Hoax :amz 7 X X4 X ,J Qi fin X rw ' Winner +Jf q,, iiiii Q - uri i'fl'VfV1 ' A Ai ,I -w g' -in-A- A ,.r- f arenni if nm? 'JIM-'H' ruff! TRAYLOR HALL-1922 Administration Views Irvine Memorial Hall 'x CIEOHUE FREDERICK HAMER, IH., US. Ilcmf of the Plzysics lDL'llJZ7Vfll16l1f, Urgzznist and Clmirvmzxivr Nntixc ul' I.uwrcnce, AIHSSLICIXLISCNSZ CITZIJLILIIC of A1lLlLlX'6l' :mal Mussauulmllsctlx 11-.tilutc uf VIVCCIHIUIUSYQ Formerly teacher ut I41lXVl'CI1L'C IXCLILICINYQ lIUIlUI'Lll'X IIUIIIIJCI' url' AlCI'L'L'I'SI7llIAg classes of V344 alucl 1945: Ili5 wurlc has alum' lllllbll lu enrich mln- IllLI5iL'Lll truclitiun uf AlCl'CL'l'5l7LlI'g. CLARENCE LUCK CHARLTON, AB., A.iX'I. Head of Biology ami General Science Native uf Christiunsburg, Virginia: Graduate uf VVillinm and Mary college zmcl the University of Chieugug Studied at the University of Mexieug leucher at Charlotte Hull, Bethel college, and in the public schools of Virginia: Forum-fly served in lXlercerslxurg's French and Spanish clepurtmenls. HARRY FRANKLIN SMITH, AB., MA. Head of the E1'1gliSl1 Department Native of Hagerstown, lwarylanclg Graduate of Gettysburg College and Coluine bia Universityg Formerly principal of a provincial high school in the Philippines and later head of the English department at Pennington schoolg Faculty adviser tu The Fifteen and The Lit g Beloved and tireless dean of Main hall. DEDICATIO N THIS fifty-seventh volume of the KARUX it is our privilege to pay tribute to three men who have served The Mercersburg Academy for a quarter of a century-twenty live years in which they have done more than their share to maintain and increase the prestige and service of Mercers- hurg to American youth intellectually and culturally. To heap praise upon them is unnecessaryg their record stands in the hearts and minds of hundreds of Mercershurg boys. With gratitude and affection this hook is dedicated to HARRY FRANKLIN SINIITH CLARENCE LUCK CHARLTON GEORGE FREDERICK HAMER, JR. C0 TENT DEDICATION BOOK IV ACTIVITIES BUOK I Orgmzizations ADMINISTRATION PublicatIio1zs Vlgwg Musical Groups IRVINE MEMORIAL HALL Athletics BOOK ll BOOK V CLASSES MERCERSBIIRC BI EVENTS BGOK IH PIERE AND THERE CIJRRICLILIIRI ADVERTISEMENTS -CENTENNIAL FORE ORD T THE midpoint of the momentous twentieth century we find The lVlercershurg Academy completing another phase in her developmentg lrvine hall is to he ready for oc- cupancy in the course of 1950. Although lVlercershurg Col- lege became a boys, preparatory school in 1893 and although the impetus and spirit to launch her growth were provided and sustained by her first headmaster, the major portion of the sehoolis physical, spiritual, and intellectual growth oc'- curred after the turn of the century. In this fifty-seventh KARUX without losing sight of the progress of the Academy we endeavor to show every aspect of the life of a typical American preparatory school which has grown up with this dynamic century. N V A , I V V w-g if f L QEN HHH 3 T I Q fn ffflff 1950 ANNUAL PUBLICATION OF THE SENIOR CLASS S K 1 JN: I , 6 .1 n I-- Je 5' 1 1 R. .VI K, E . v -,f 4 .F I' ,A ii ,.a' Q . .1 'L ,, - K .2 --ws ir , 1, -:AF , '5' Y r V 14 4 f,. . . 5, v nf , 1, nw, Jimf , - im. , z1:.,Cf 4 7 4 V v L 4 X , 4- J, el , , . . 14 .! u r v Iidiiiltfvi, L . N 1 11, +1 mmnyx. 3 2 5 3 E 5 E E E 3 Z 'x E a . :.:':' ' I sI' 13 2' r