Norfolk Academy - Horizons Yearbook (Norfolk, VA)

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TUCK SCULLY This person started playing first string varsity baseball in the third form, and took to football the next year. He scoflfs at those who cram for tests, prefers to read westerns. His comments lead many to think of him as a cynic, and when he's in a certain mood, those around him hesitate to utter a word for fear of being verbally cut to pieces. He and anyone who tried to put up a false front go together like a pin and a balloon. At parties he is usually surrounded by a large group. On the other hand he almost always gets the top grade in history, while his other grades are comparable. He is taking five subiects. Though school rules prevent taking more than this, he sits in on another class, and does everything but get credit for it. He is a member of the student council, writes for the annual, and is on the Belfry, to which he is a maior contributor. Often he is heard discussing world affairs, various branches of science, religion, and different schools of philosophy. At most parties he prefers to sit and talk. His chess is superb, and his ability with a pool cue further suggests his wide range of achievements. But one must not jump to the conclusion that Tuck is the so called well-rounded person, of the sort that will completely change his manner to fit the surroundings, as a chameleon changes color. Instead, the surroundings will usually change to fit him. He may turn seriousness into a farce, ar he may dampen a gay evening. -F. B. PETER AGELASTO Tall, strong, athletic, lithe, chivalrous, noble, brilliant-what a creationl Who is he? Why come to think of it, l don't know. Pete has some assets however, he He That is he He must have done somethingl Ah, yesl He has the distinction of probably being the first man ever to write an ode to an an elephant. H-mmmm, but we were looking for assets. Seriously though, he has compiled an enviable record at the Academy. He is without doubt the only boy in its history to win a varsity letter for playing tennis by ear, but then if you can't see the ball how else would you do it? Logically, next would come his literary endeavors, chief among them being the aforementioned Ode to an Elephant in a Bathtub. This will undoubtably eventually be considered for a Pulitizer Prize i??i, Last would come mention of his tremendous longevity. Pete has been at the Academy longer than any other boy in the present student body, Indeed, he has outlasted all but one member of the faculty. With this thought in mind, there comes an interesting observation: How did he manage it? Nine years on the beach busll! -F. N. JOHN BALLARD A low rumbling noise issued from the senior study hall. A voice was heard to cry: And then l popped it into second ga-gaega lgrinding gearsj brum, brumm, bong, pop lmutfler noisesl. This was John Wright Ballard lll expounding on his latest adventure with his first passion, his gray 149 Ford convertible that really converts isometimesl. Sandy, as he is affectionately called, is not actually studious but makes respectable grades consistently. He studies hard weeknights, but of course, doesn't study over the week- ends lNo true senior doesl. Despite the light attitude he always seems to have, he does have a serious side-he listens to Rachmaninoff constantly. Socially, Sandy is at every party. Girls like his long eyelashes and he likes girls, so this arrangement makes everyone happy. All in all, Sandy is an enioyable comrade, emitting an aura of friendship wherever he goes. -R. T. 1 1

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BARTON CAMPBELL lf you see a little red beetle flash by, dan't be alarmed, it's probably Barton Campbell in his M.G. When Barton came to the Academy, the School had accepted a truly fine person, and in only two years he was President of the student body of old N.A, In these two years, Barton not only gained the favor of new found friends, but he was able to gain the top position on the old totem-pole as far as his school work was concerned. Barton is a very conscientious worker, a fact which is not only shown in his school activities but is displayed on the athletic field. He maintained a key position on the team when he took his berth at right guard, and demonstrated his ability all through the foot- ball season. His eagerness and sense of sportsmanship made a definite imprint on the minds of several of his teammates. be a success at any venture he undertakes. HUNTER WARE in the deep dark recesses of Senior Study Hall, a chair is tilted against the wall, and mast of the day Hunter Ware will be trying to study while thinking of witty sayings to be used when he does see the outer world. Few people know him, other than the inhabit- ants of the free world, as he has o hand in everything from football to the Student Council. Our boy also has a burning desire to beat the Armed Forces in putting a satellite above the earth, so, many weekends find him on the beach engaged in racketeering, When watching a pet theory being ripped to shreds, he breaks forth with a sound like a cash register to ease the situation and to foster another grin in the grueling day. i will pledge my name to others that Hunter will be appreciated and respected in any situation. -F. S. Barton is a really fine person to know and to have as a friend and im sure he will ARTHUR STEIN Arthur is a hard and conscientious worker who makes a success of everything he under- takes. For instance, as head of the business staff of this years annual, he obtained many more ads than any other previous business manager. His hard academic work iyou will find him up almost every night till three o'clock in the morningi has not prevented him from developing into one of the best rounded boys in the senior class. Arthur, besides being business manager, is secretary of the student body, secretary of the senior class, president of the Key Club and a member of the Mono- gram Club. He also is a big success in athletics where he is on the first string football, basketball and tennis teams. Besides all these school activities, Arthur takes Hebrew, which he has studied for ten years, and piano, which he has worked faithfully at for seven years. The following fact ought to speak for Arthur's social life. As most fraternities have sweethearts, so most sororities have beaux, well, Arthur had the honor of being selected a beau last year. With such leadership abilities, ready friendliness, and generally likeable character, l am sure he will be an outstanding asset at whatever college he attends, as he has been in his two years at Norfolk Academy. -L M. 10

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FRANK BLACKFORD Several years ago, while watching the zeal with which Frank was attacking his lunch, the Academy's worthy French professor labelled him the Gross Veau iGr6 V63, which means iin French, of coursei the fatted calf. The veau, as he has come to be known, stands out as one of the few true individuals to be found in the Academy. There are few things about which Frank cannot talk intelligently. His interests vary widely, from marine biology through psychology to creative writing. His interest in science, as well as his proficiency therein, is well exhibited in his activity in and presidency of the science club. His title as the best original writer in the school has not been challenged. His editorship of the Belfry is another example of his writing prowess, Let it not be thought, that Frank spends all of his time immersed in books. Upon first observation this might seem true. A visit to the senior study hall would soon change this first impression. Veau's fine sense of humor, some of it seemingly unintentional, constantly hos his compatriots in a state of extreme mirth. Frank stands out in most groups because of his refusal to conform to the fads of the herd. This aspect of Frank's character gives his personality a sharpness and originality seldom seen in this grey flannel era. Frank will be a success in whatever field he enters, not necessarily from the material- istic standpoint, for he cares little for the struggle for wealth through social advancement. STEWART GOODMAN The darkromplexioned sixth former that you see strutting down the hall with a saber at his side is none other than Stewart Goodman. Actually, though, for any of you who are wondering, this saber is a slide rule, and it is symbolic of Stewart's unusual knack for both math and science. In fact, he plans to go into nuclear physics at Duke University next year. Among Stewart's extra-curricular activities are his mysterious trips to Washington over the weekend. Any comment, Stu? The activities in which he has participated at school are Junior Varsity and Varsity Basketball. As football manager and Belfry reporter, he has seen long service. With a slide rule to meet the forseeable contingencies of life, and a willingness to work hard and smile in the face of the unforseen, I am sure that Stewart will give a fine account of himself in whatever he pursues. -D. M. What's more important he will enioy himself in whatever he does. T S CHARLES JONES Many a morning after an unusual session of burning midnight oil, one bleary-eyed senior can be seen wandering up and down the halls grimly determined to fight out iust one more day. This is Charlie Jones, who doesn't give up easily about anything. Charlie can tell you how we could still have won the War iBetween the Statesi if . . . Charlie is liked and respected by the whole school. He is a letter man on both the varsity football and baseball teams, and is President of the Monogram Club. Many times during a grueling practice of football Charlie's good humor has come to the rescue. However, Charlie's activities are not limited to the playing field, He is an asset to every class, whether it be making like a mad scientist in the chemistry lab or bellowing along with the glee club in the gym. Perhaps now you can see why he was a recipient of the School loyalty Award last year. Charlie's not quite sure yet where he'll be going to college or what course of study he will follow, but we know that wherever and whatever it be, he'll come through with all colors flying. -B. C. 12