Nichols School - Verdian Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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David King Donaldson, Jr. Born: March 13, 1942 Entered: September, 1955 For the past five years Dave has been harrying his professors with a determined “I don't agree with you. sir! A staunch nonconformist, Dave refuses to accept anything as fact without first proving it to himself. His original thinking often comes up with a new apporach to an old problem. Especially proficient in science and math, Dave was elected President of the 1960 Math Club. In the Club he introduced a new program of study, having speakers talk on a different subject every week rather than pursue one subject for the whole year. On varsity track, Dave has used his long legs to best advantage in running the mile. With a serious attitude toward life, Dave has sought serious answers. Honors '51, '58; Track squad '59, team '60; Freshman Orientation Committee '59; Math Club ’59, President '60 William Fraser Donaldson Born: December 12, 1942 Entered: September, 1958 A member of the Class of 1960 for only two years. Bill in that short time has been an active participant in Nichols life. His love of music and singing made Bill a mainstay in the bass section of the Glee Club. Bill, the class’ best dancer, who always enjoys a good time, was a natural selection for the chairmanship of the Dance Committee. In Math Club, Bill demonstrated his interest in the intricacies of mathematical operations and theory. Bill has shown a real sensitivity for beauty, uncommon for his age. His aesthetic appreciation manifested itself by his work as a member of the Gleaner Board and by the unique style of his poetic contributions to that publication. Gleaner Board '60; Dance Committee. Chairman 60; Glee club '59. '60; Math Club '59. '60 20

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David Kittinger Diebold Born: December 30, 1942 Entered: September, 1952 Dave is a connoisseur of the finer things in life. Clad in strictly ivy attire, he roves the city in his black Morris Minor. Quite a sports enthusiast, he has eagerly participated in both tennis and squash. Outside of school, his athletic pursuits range from skiing at his favorite winter resort to golf at the country club. A hardworking student, his interests go further than his daily assignments, for he was a devoted member of the Math Club. Dave has spent many hours in the past two years toiling for the Foreign Exchange Student Committee. In the cold and rain of the football season he was always ready to serve. His interest on this committee offers a reflection of Dave's unselfish, good-natured spirit. Fencing squad '58, team '59; Tennis squad '60; Foreign Exchange Student Committee '58, '59; Math Club ’58, '59 Albert W. Dold, III Born: November 28, 1942 Entered: September, 1956 Diligence and an extreme devotion to duty make A1 one of the most respected members of the Senior Class. Al’s performance in diverse fields has brought him many accolades in his years at Nichols. Foremost among these are the Harvard Prize Book to a Junior for high scholarship and good character, and honors every year. As Co-Editor of the Nichols News he is often seen pursuing a delinquent reporter or dashing down to the publishers for last minute improvements in the layout. A1 has also found time to serve as Chairman of the Assemblies Committee and has introduced us to fascinating and enlightening speakers. Al's diligence, innate respect for others, and faithful fulfillment of duty make him typical of the finest Nichols men. Honors '57, '58, '59; Harvard Prize Book '59; Student Council '60; Track squad '58, ’59, team 60; News staff '59, Co-editor '60; Verdian staff 58. '59, '60; Assemblies Committee '59, Chairman '60; Charities Committee '57; Freshman Orientation Committee '59. 60; Math Club '59; Cheerleader 59, '60; Study Hall Proctor ’60

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Kirkwood Robert Dormeyer Born: November 10. 1941 Entered: September, 1955 Ya wanna fight?” is a challenge rarely brought to fulfillment, but with Dormeyer—beware! Those three little words, spoken by the class terror, send us running for the nearest exit. However, such prodigious strength and longing to test it are put to more useful ends on the gridiron. His size and speed have been a bulwark on defense, while his ability to pluck passes out of the air have brought dismay to opposing teams. It is on the cinder path, however, that Kirk wins the esteem of the coaching staff. His long legs have taken him across the broadjump pit and over the hurdles with lightning speed. In the sprints he has done equally well as a member of the relay team. Football team '51, '58, 59: Basketball squad '60; Track squad '51, team '58, '59. ’60; Charities Committee 59, '60; Glee Club '57,'58, 59, '60 Norman Frank Ernst, Jr. Born: September 7, 1942 Entered: September, 1952 Outwardly self-effacing, Ormie has made his presence felt through a congeniality and warmth of personality which becomes increasingly evident as one grows to know him. Because of his gentlemanly demeanor, Normie has been an asset to the Green Key Committee, and has sent many visiting teams on their way with a fine impression of our school. On the soccer field, however, his attitude changes noticeably. Working from the center-half position. Norm was the pivot of offense and defense. His long goal-kicks often brought the ball into scoring territory. A strong desire to win games without ball-hogging has also made Norm a great team player. Even rough competition, however, means clean sport to Orm, and his aggressiveness never degenerates into poor sportsmanship. Soccer team 59; Tennis team '60; Green Key Committee ’60 21