Pingry School - Blue Book Yearbook (Elizabeth, NJ)

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skirt? iririk JAMES BACKUS KOOPMAN August 2, 1928 944 Park Ave., Elizabeth, N. J. HBig Jimi, Undecided Two years at Pingry Swimming Vlg Rod and Gun Club V, Dramatic Club V, VI, International Relations Club VI, Navigation Club Vl. Cenial Big Jimi, is one of the youngest boys of the class, and yet his outstanding achievement was to accelerate a full year, accomplishing this by attending two Pingry summer sessions. Unfortunately, Jim was unable to participate in most of the sports, however, he was a member of the swim- ming team. He gave a convincing and polished performance as Professor Willard in the I944 Dramatic Club production of uOur Townf' He has also proved himself an able re- porter for the Record.', Off the campus, Jim is a social charmer of the fair sex. Although he is undecided as to his future college education, We know that with his scho- lastic ability, amiable disposition, and other good qualities, his success is assured in whatever field of endeavor he selects. JOHN SANFORD LEHMAN April,3, 1927 255 Hillside Rd., Elizabeth, N. J. Jack Undecided Nine years at Pingry Dance Committee V, VI, Baseball IV, V, VI, Basketball V, Vlg Football VI, Varsity Club V, Vl. Jack has spent many a year breezing about the halls of Pingry, and has gained highest laurels in the field of sports. Here ,lack is a natural at almost everything from football to hockey. But it is on the basketball court that Jack really excels. His shots have been overwhelming ever since he first played with the Midgets. His ability in baseball is well proven by winning a major letter in his first attempt to gain a left-field position during his Sophomore year. Outside the athletic fields, Jack is without a peer as far as wise- cracks and jokes are concerned. His ready laugh and pleas- ant smile have made him the friend of all. So, as you leave Pingry for the Naval Air Force, remember the friends you made here at Pingry and keep close to them.

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ROBERT AVERY .lONES, JR. April 8, 1927 Baltusrol Golf Club, Springfield, N. J. Bob Air Corps Four years at Pingry. Rifle Club III, Football VI. Bob is one of the few Seniors to graduate this year who have been in Pingry for the four high school years. ln his first year he was a charter member of the Rifie Club, al- though he didnit find time to continue the club, he has shown great interest in this hobby since that time. Perhaps his greatest accomplishment took place on our gridiron this fall. He held down the position of tackle. Besides consistently displaying good line play, Bob further distinguished himself as place-kicker for kick-offs and conversions. ln the fall, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps Reserve. The deferment of- fered by this service will enable him to finish his Senior year. As the Class of 1945 parts, we cannot but express the hope that the success he enjoys in the Air Corps will be as complete as our enjoyment of having known him. LEO JOHN KEEFE, JR. April 25, 1927 48 Park Place, Short Hills, N. J. '6Lee'7 Army One year at Pingry Leo is one of the new additions to this yearls Senior Class, and has made the long trek down from Short Hills every day to join the accelerated group. He is a very friendly but quiet fellow who was ever-ready to help someone in need, not as loquacious as others, his words are worthwhile and carry a good bit of thought. Lee, as he is often called, answered the call for football players at the beginning of the fall term, and although he didn't quite make the first eleven, he scored a touchdown against Newark Academy, our chief rival. Leo is an ace track man, and it is unfortunate that he was not around long enough to exhibit his ability on the cinder paths. His presence would have enhanced the general outlook for the season. Leo left us on February first with the rest of the accelerated section, and at the time planned to enter the Army. With him go the good wishes and encourage- ment of his classmates and fellow students. ikikik ikikik

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JOHN CHARLES McCLAIN May 10, 1927 Ridge Lane, Colonia, N. J. 4'Red Navy 4- years at Pingry - Football V, VI, Captain Vlg Basketball V, VI, Baseball IV, V, VI, Captain Vlg Student Council V, VI, President of Class IV, Varsity Club V, Vlg Dance Committee V, VI, Chairman VI, 6'Record Board V, VI, News Editor Vlg Athletic Executive Committee VI. Probably one of the best liked fellows in the Senior Class and the most prominent on the athletic field is Johnny McClain. '6Red has been a real leader and asset to this year's graduating class. His athletic record is one of the most admirable accomplishments that Pingry has seen in many years. As captain of both football and baseball teams, he has proven to be a shrewd and intelligent leader with the support and respect of his team-mates. But his athletic achievements do not tell the whole story, for Red,' has always ranked high scholastically and has been more than merely interested in other extra-curricular activities. As News Editor of the HRecord and chairman of the Dance Committee he applied himself diligently. In his Sophomore year he served as president of his class and in both his Junior and Senior years was selected by his fellow-students to the coveted Student Council. Red,', like many of his classmates, will enter the armed forces upon graduation, but when the war is over, he will continue his education at Princeton University where we are certain he will compile another admirable record. RICHARD LEE MCCLELLAND May 18, 1927 49 Norwood Avenue, Summit, N. J. MMacH Navy, Princeton One and one-half years at Pingry Soccer VI, Navigation Club VI. Holding up the proud name of Summit, lVIac7' has made a name for himself at Pingry. Although he joined the class only recently, he has indeed proved that he is Worthy of his place among the Seniors. Among the numerous activities in which he has participated around the school, Mac will be remembered for his performance as outside right on the soccer squad, and for his many contributions to the Naviga- tion Club. Although he says very little about it, Dick gets around with the belles of Summit and vicinity. He is cur- rently centering his attentions on a particular resident of Millburn! Known for his fine skill behind the wheel, Dick has impressed everyone with his conservative driving. Mac hopes to get in a term at Princeton before offering his services to the Navy. Best of luck whatever you may do, Dick. viririlr iirikik