Trinity Pawling School - Scroll Yearbook (Pawling, NY)

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r George 1956 GEORGE WOLF RE1LY, IV Hidden Valley Linglestown, R.D. 1, Penna. Football, Varsity 2, 3, 4; Basketball, J.V. 2; Swimming, Varsity 2; Hockey, J.V. 3,4; Tennis, Varsity 2,3,4. George’s zany antics never cease to electrify even the most staid master. His is the master-mind behind every major plot or prank to liven dull routine. George’s even flow of good temperament, twinkling blue eyes and impish grin never fail to soften the shock of his most exciting performances. He played Varsity football for two years; this year, at mid-season, he changed from end to tackle, a position he played dependably and well. He is a star member of the Varsity tennis team and cuts a dashing figure on the court. All in all, George has made a spectacular and lasting impression on Trinity-Pawling classmates, administration and school plant. Rigger” 1955 THOMAS PENDLETON RIGGS 1163 Martine Ave. Plainfield, N. J. Soccer, J.V. 1, 2, Varsity 3, Co-Captain 4; Hockey, J.V. 1, Varsity 2, 3, Captain 4; Tennis, Varsity 1, 2, 3, 4; Trinity-Pawling Times 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Octet 3, 4; Dance Committee 3, Chairman 4; Activities Committee 4; Acolytes’ Guild 4; Anglers’ Club 4; Trinitan-nus 4. Tom, better known on the second floor of Johnson Hall as The Rigger , is Trinity-Pawling's undisputed social lion. As head of the dance committee, his ability to juggle a dance list so as to make almost everybody happy is nothing short of miraculous. Tom was Co-captain of the soccer team by virtue of his spirited defense in the goal, and he defended the goal as Captain for Varsity hockey in an equally spirited and spectacular manner. Tom has a host of friends in many other prep schools, and his feminine admirers are legion. His charm and social aplomb have made The Rigger” very popular with his classmates, underclassmen and the faculty. Dave” 1955 DAVID HUNT ROBINSON 51 Wildwood Road Chappaqua, N. Y. Soccer, J.V. 1, 2, 3, Varsity 4; Swimming, J.V. 1, 2, Manager 3, Varsity Manager 4; Tennis, J.V. 1, 2; Photography Club 2; Drama Club 2; French Club 2, 3; B Band 4; Trinity-Pawling Times 1, 2, 3, 4; Trinit annus 1,2,3,4. When not arguing with his roommate, discussing cars, or pounding out English notes on his typewriter, Jack can be found putting the finishing touches to a design he has for a new house. Usually the house is so expensive that no one can afford it or else the stairways are not to be found. Despite a miscalculation now and then, Jack has the desire and the ability to become a good architect. Because of his proficiency at typing, Jack was the star typist for the trinitannus. His room, which is usually in a form of neat disorder, is many times the gathering place for intense baseball discussion. 22

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 Noles' 1956 JOHN THOMAS NOLAN 2 Russet Lane Huntington, N. Y. Football, ].V. 2, 3; Soccer, Varsity 4; Swimming, Varsity 2; Wrestling 3,4; Track, Varsity 2; Tennis, J.V. 3,4. At first sight, John might seem retiring, but those who have attended his esoteric disscussions, which may range from the color of Coleridge’s opium pipe to the merits of existentialism, know differently. Besides his intellectual interests, John has a gift for mimicry which he combines with a keen wit to make him a much sought after companion. Having more than a casual acquaintance with athletics, Noles was the 157 lb. man for the Varsity wrestling team; and in the spring he plays a fine game of tennis. Long after he graduates, Noles will be remembered for his sly wit and his many exploits. Obie” 1958 THOMAS FRANCIS PARNELL 10 Worthington Street Cambridge 38, Mass. Football, Varsity 4; Hockey, Varsity 4; Baseball, Varsity 4; Glee Club 4. O.B., an amiable son of Cambridge, Mass., is the world's greatest living authority on hockey, alibis and sarcasm. When he enters a room, his presence is immediately audible” to every occupant. Here for just one year, Tom played Varsity football and starred on the Varsity hockey team, blinding everyone with his fine skating and skillful stick handling. In the Glee Club, Tom contributed his fine voice to the bass section. O.B.'s ambition is to go to West Point and take over Pete Dawkins vacated place, something he will attempt with his usual determination. Bob 1955 ROBERT EDWARD PRESTON 113 Main Street Newton, N. J. Football, Third Team I; Cross-Country 4; Basketball, Varsity Manager 3, 4; Baseball, Third Team 1, 2; Choir 1; Glee Club 1, 2; Drama Club 1, 2; Trinitannus 1, 2; French Club 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Trinity-Pawling Times 1, 2,3, Circulation Manager 4- Bob's manipulations with the Varsity basketball scoring make him known as the school’s biggest and best T-totafer. An affable boy, Bob manages to find a good word to say about everyone, although at times he has the habit of saying very little, very extensively. Bob’s desire to succeed is obvious in the diligence he has put into his studies and his other activities. An Eagle Scout of some acclaim, Bob attended the International Jamboree in England two summers ago and toured Europe. His work for the last four years on the newspaper and in the band added greatly to the success of those two organizations. 21

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1956 Al” ALVAH OSMUN ROCK 82 Prospect Street Madison, N. J. Football, J.V. 2; Cross-Country 4; Hockey, J.V. 3, 4; Baseball, J.V. 2, 3, 4; Swimming, J.V. 2; Rifle Club 2, 3; Project Group 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Choir 2, 3, 4; Octet 3, 4; Musical Organization Librarian 4. Al has been termed a study in solid geometry due to an alleged physical resemblance to a triangle. However, Al manages to keep his head whatever his shape, and retains an abundance of good nature and carefree gaiety. Unjustly termed a Glee Club ringer”, Al is a staunch supporter of the Choir, Octet and Glee Club; he has the rare ability to learn his part and sing it in key. A fair man with the ladies, Al spends a great deal of time in the Johnson Hall phone booth keeping the flame alive . When discussions about vacations arise, he is instantly willing to tell about summers on Cape Cod. Dick 1957 RICHARD HUNT VAN HORN Wingdale, N. Y. Football, J.V. 3; Hockey, J.V. 3; Wrestling 4; Track, Varsity 4; Rifle Club 3; Project Group 4; Acolytes’ Guild 4; Glee Club 4. Dick is the class expert on science fiction, trapping and guns. At any time during the day or night, he can be found either discussing one of these interests or reading the latest information about them. A sports enthusiast, Dick played football, and during the past winter he tried wrestling. Coaches found he had the natural qualifications to be a very good wrestler, and his record shows the coaches were right. Besides his many interests, Dick finds time to get good grades in spite of his schedule, which is the heaviest in the Senior Class. A good mathematics student, Dick is headed for a career in the field of science. Bubby 1957 ROBERT SAMUEL VAUGHN 455 Woodland Street Bristol, Conn. Football, Varsity 3, Captain 4; Basketball, Varsity 3, 4; Baseball, Varsity 3, 4; Trinity-Pawling Times 4- Bubby’s career at Trinity-Pawling has added a cheerful note to many otherwise unbearable situations. His husky laugh has endeared him to his classmates and, after a bull session in his room, participants leave chuckling over a newly coined phrase now universally recognized as a Bubbism . On the gridiron Bob was the man the team depended on for that yard for a first down or a desperately needed long gain. His fiery spirit and consistent performance won him the Captaincy of the football team. Bob was an outstanding member of the basketball squad; and, as star catcher on the baseball team, his big bat is the terror of the league. 23