Pingry School - Blue Book Yearbook (Elizabeth, NJ)

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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

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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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skirt? ikiifwik RICHARD AMBROSE MCMANUS February 12, 1928 II92 Park Avenue, New York, N. Y. HMac, Dick, 44Little Rich'7 Princeton, A. A. F. Eleven years at Pingry Baseball V, VI, Basketball V, VI, Class Council VI, Co- President V, Football VI, uRecord7' Board V, VI, Associate Editor VI, Varsity Club V, VI, Navigation Club IV. During his long stay here at Pingry, Dick has established for himself the reputation of being one of the most versatile, as well as best liked boys in the class. He has particularly shown his prowess in athletics to be outstanding, as he is one of the few three-letter men in the class, winning his letters in the three major sports. He also has held various class offices throughout his years here, and has always been in the top half of his class scholastically. Though 4'Mac', hasn't been in many clubs, he has spent much time and hard Work on the Record,', first as a staff writer and then winning a promotion to Associate Editor. As for his social life, all will agree that no party was complete without that McManus pep and humor to keep things going. With his easy-going but sincere manner, his unfeigned friendship to all and his ready humor, we are more than certain that Dick will go far and make many new friends at Princeton and later in the Air Corps. DAVID HAY MILLER July 11, 1927 1274 Robert Street, Hillside, N. J. Dave, D.H., Bing,' Navy Six years at Pingry Football VI, Varsity Club VI, Navigation Club, III, IV, V, VI, Vice-Commodore IV, Commodore V, 4'Record Board IV, V, VI, Circulation Manager VI, BLUE BOOK Board V, VI, Circulation Manager VI. When Dave entered our class in the First Form, he was destined to become one of its more outstanding members, and also to remain one of the most conservative. Big Davev well deserves this one of his many nicknames. He made excellent use of his extra size on the gridiron last fall Where he held down the center of the line, his accuracy and bulk led to his permanent position on the first team. Dave has been on the baseball squad for the last three years and is certainly a better-than-average athlete. Active around the school, he has been four years a member of the Navigation Club and three years a member of the school newspaper. Dave was Circulation Manager for the Record', and also the BLUE BOOK this year. Despite his reticence, D.H. has never been without a host of friends and in his quiet, sure way he is certain to succeed in whatever he attempts.