Norfolk Academy - Horizons Yearbook (Norfolk, VA)

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BILLY SEIDEL Do you want to bet? Id be willmv to give you three to one odds. Whatls the matter? Are you chicken? These are the immortal words of none other than Billy William Clinton Paul Seidel the little man with the big name, who is always willing to bet you on any thing from the chances of havin a quiz that day in physics to how old Mister Harvle 1S When not occupied in this usually expensne pastime he is busy cramming for tomorrows French test or la boring late into the night writing his term paper which is due the next day Is tomorrow the day that our monthly book reports are due? I uess Id better start reading a book. Do you know any shoxt ones? Thou h slow in getting started he always manages to do an ex cellent job in anythin he attempts One can always count on him to get the job done Billy is the kind of person who will put aside exery thing in order to gixe someone help in whatexer they desire. He is always easy going and never worries about anything. His philosophy IS Live today and let tomor row take care of itself i le' ,Hill-A- :xDiYWfw WX L- CLIFFORD ANTHONY SMITH Anthony, a native of the great state of New York is known to his friends by various names - origin un- known. To some he is known as Butch g to others he is affectionately referred to as Animal Butch has a favorite sport. To illustrate this, let us shift the scene to the library one advisee period: Mr. Johnson: Butch, what athletics are you going to take during the winter? Butch: Baseball, Mr. johnson: f'You know that you can't play baseball during the winter, Butch, Now, what sport? Butch: Baseball. Mr. Johnson: Nol Butch! No! Besides baseball he plays football and soccer. An- thony has many hobbies. His first is girls. Next, is more of the same. Anthony is one of the bright spots in the Senior Class. When anyone is down in the dumps, it is Anthony who brings him back to life with his dry humor and cracker- barrel philosophy. As a friend, Butch ranks in the first place, he is always there whenever you need him. 23

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NORMAN RODRIGUEZ Down from the depths of Grendel's Meadhalln comes the unmistakeable voice of the Cuban Rhino him- self as he yells Ubatter-up. Norman Rodriguez, as he is also known, is preparing to face the pitcher, Howard Martin, in the ninth inning of the fourth game of this Senior Study Hall YVorld Series. By the way the score is 3-O in games and 1780 in runs, both in favor of our herois opponent . . . Rod,' is known for his characteristic zeal, whether it be joining in with the gripes of the other seniors or carrying on a technical discussion with Mr. Tyler about the disputed use of a French verb. This zeal is also por- trayed on the athletic field, where he has been a starting tackle for two years, in his studies, where he consist- ently does wellg and in extracurricular activities, where he is a member of the Monogram and History Clubs and treasurer of the Science Club. Thus to those who know him, it is evident that his zeal, good-naturedness and likeable personality will help him succeed in whatever profession he chooses to fol- low. . ijt WW .I X . jf W fb WW H 4 No one really knows where Bill Schoene was dubbed The Snake. Possibly this title is related to his insect collection fwhich he asserts is not a bug collectionj. Or, more probably, to a certain hissing sound he has been known to make in certain classes. Bill can often be found in Grendel's Meadhall in a heated debate on what percentage of paperballs thrown will end up in the trashbasketf' To prove his theory, a chaotic contest always ensues. Seriously though, Bill is a good student, a good ath- lete, and a good friend to all who know him. The Snake has one of the highest academic averages in the school. He plays on the first string of the football, soccer, and track teams. He will always help anyone who asks for help in anything. His leadership quali- ties and a genuine interest in science are shown by his presidency of the Academy Science Club. liill has been an indispensable asset to this yearls sen- ior class and to the school. No matter where he goes, he will leave a large mark. 22

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1 , t.,,Q2 1 'fr flflf V T44 , sl BOB STEINHILBER Bob Steinhilber was born late one night in a small cabin on the shores of Lynnhaven River, It was evident very early that this was a very mature child, for at the age of one he had a full head of hair and thirty-two beautiful teeth. His mother lovingly combed his hair, and devised a way of showing off his teeth. One day she caught the infant with a smiling expression, and quickly stapled his lips to his gums. After several years the staples fell out, but the smile remained as Bob's trademark. In high school Bob received his driver's license, im- mediately insurance rates and automobile fender stock reached an all time high. After graduation Bob hopes to become a dentist. In this field he is ahead of most people for he has already obtained a B.S. degree, not a Bachelor of Science Degree but a Bull Slinging Degree. In truth Bob is a fine person who always has a warm smile for everyone. He has added much to our school, and we wish him the best of luck in his future life. QW ff filter' V I 'QIIKE VERMILLION The bell has just rung, ending the third period. A senior explodes out of the little lab . . . Well, Iim not gonna believe it . . . I've had the course . . . I really can't believe coach would do it . . . go over lever problems for a week and then give a quiz on the mechanics of liquids. Things aren't really as bad as they seem and everything soon gets back to normal. Well, as normal as they can, for there is never a dull moment when Mike Vermillion is around, whether it be in the class- room, on the playing field, or on the hunting grounds. In the two years Mike has been at the Academy his amiable manner and witty personality have won the friendship and admiration of students and faculty alike. Taking a keen interest in the school's activities, Mike is vice-president of the Key Club, and a member of the Monogram Club, football and soccer teams, earning his letter in the latter. The rest of Mike's leisure time is spent fishing, hunting, sailing, water skiing or with Marty. As for college, Mike has not yet made a Hnal decision, but I'm sure he will be, as here at the Academy, an as- set wherever he goes. 24