Norfolk Academy - Horizons Yearbook (Norfolk, VA)

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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

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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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LOUIS MENDELSON The scene: The Norfolk Academy football field where Louis Mendelson, the only four- year man on the varsity squad, is stretched out on his back screaming in agony, My shin, my shin. Coach Harvie is unable to find the source of pain. Whereas Mr. Harvie knows how to take air pressure and wind speed into consideration in flying his model airplanes, he doesn't realize what hm to be taken into consideration in examining this patient. Hunky, as the girls in Portsmouth call him, does not have an extensive knowledge of human anatomy and knows only that his shin is somewhere below his waist. A later exami- nation discloses that it is his thigh that is iniured. Outbursts like these are typical of Hunky whether on the football field or in the class- room. His sense of humor helps to liven up the class, be it a study of algebra or Othello But underneath this outer layer of levity, Hunkey is a very serious boy, He has made the top grades in those subiects which relate to medicine, his proposed career. In basketball, Hunky is always one of the last to leave the practice floor, continually working to perfect his set and foul shots. Inactivity on weekends is not one of Louis' problems. He is vice president of his fraternity and from what we hear, there is a plethora of cute girls in Portsmouth waiting for him. The boys who know Hunky well admire him most for his unselfish regard for others. He is the type of person who is alway s going out of his way to help others. Our class is indeed fortunate in having among its members a fine person such as Hunky. -A. H. 5. DUDLEY MITCHELL A light mocha and aquamarine '57 Plymouth cruises into the NA. parking lot. All the windows are down and one of Billy Eckstein's latest tunes can be heard floating in the air. The door opens and out steps a casual cat attired in a greenish-brown car coat, a grey lvy League cap, and a pair of desert boots. Dudley, or rather The Voice as he is often called, cannot be mistaken. Because of a football iniury he received a year ago Dudley has had to drop football. However, he has been able to play first string guard in basket- ball and first string shortstop in baseball. Dudley, recording secretary of the Upsilon Lamba Phi Fraternity, hopes to attend Tulane University after graduation. FRANK NEWTON Leap year comes every four years a member of the illustrious fourth grade Since then he has been traveling along Alabama. We are glad to have him back at we understand he still has much interest not a magnolial. Frank has a mind of his own and round such will-power ialthough example of his character is shown in of the letters of the alphabet. Since he has been here, he has hopes to ga to the Naval Academy, we his fiery orations and dissertations against capitalization won the friendship and admiration of everyone. Frank and wherever he goes or whatever he does, he will and Frank comes around every eight. Frank was class of 1949 iThe year the hampsters were herel. the East coast up to Rhode Island and down to the Academy after so long an absence, although n Alabama, still fone in particular of 5'6 height- galantly has abstained from the social merry-go- understand there is a reason-eh, Frankil Further undoubtedly be recognized as the congenial gentleman he is. -P. A. 13