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Caduceus ST. LUKE'S SCHOOL NEW CANAAN, CONNECTICUT

BUSINESS BOARD

EDITORIAL BOARD ROBERT A. HOFFMAN

GROSVENOR L. THOMAS Business Manager

Editor-in-Chief

RONALD M. SCHWARTZ

JAMES CAMPBELL Advertising

Associate Editor

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foreword This, the 1949 edition of the C A D U C E U S , is submitted to you as an attempt to mitror the activities of St. Luke's as a petmanent record of the many happy days spent here. It has tried to produce in words and in pictures the more intimate life of the school, incidents which ate too often ctowded into oblivion by more stirring experiences.

M a y this volume not only record the events of the past academic year but also serve to awaken petsonal recollections of our A l m a Mater during the years to come.

â&#x20AC;&#x201D;JOSEPH ROBESON KIDD Headmaster

Dedication

M R . J O S E P H A. S K U L L Y

Ourfinaldays on the St. Luke's scene leave us with many fond m e m ories of dear friends and teachets. More than a teacher of science and mathematics, more than a guiding light in our lives, a sincere friend and counselor is M r . Joseph A. Skully. W e shall always remember those hectic days in Physics and Trig when Mr. Skully tried to impart to us some of his wealth of knowledge, and w e wish to express our gratitude for his comradship and patience both in and outside the classroom. It is with deep pride and sincerity that w e dedicate this, our yearbook, to M r . Skully.

JOSEPH R. KIDD Headmaster English A.B., Lafayette College ; B.D., Yale University ; Ph.D., University of Edinburgh.

HENRY P. GRAVES Assistant Headmaster French A.B., Brown University; M.A., Harvard University.

W I L L I A M V O N FABRICE Mathematics German B.S., Cornell University; M.S., Columbia University; N e w York University.

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JOSEPH A. S K U L L Y Mathematics Science B.S., Dayton University; M.S., Washington University.

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WILLIAM J. CIBERE Social Studies Science A.B., Franklin and Marshall College ; M. A., N e w York University.

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GRAY SELLARS Grades Two and Three A.B., Boston University; M.A., Boston University School of Education.

L A U R A M. BAILEY Art B.F.A., Syracuse University; N e w York University; University of Southern California.

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Bottom Row: Hoyt, O'Toole, Schwartz, Hoffman, Thomas, Taylor G., Greene. Top Row: Mr. Pearsall, Humiston, Vivian, Moore, Spurlock, Campbell.

Caduceus Staff Each year the senior class publishes a yearbook as a record of those events at school which have seemed to them most important during their stay on the hilltop. The 1949 yearbook staff has attempted to revise and enlarge its book, just as preceding classes have done.

W e hope that you will enjoy the book from cover to covet, that the pictures will recall to your minds pleasant memoties, and that you will temember with pleasute this year which has been so full of good things for all of us.

STAFF Robert A. Hoffman Editor Ronald M. Schwartz Associate Editor Douglas Moote Managing Editor Philip H. Vivian, Jr History Barney O. Spurlock Classes Raymond E. Humiston, Jr Sports Donald O'Toole Assistant Gerald R. Taylor, Jr Assistant Harold D. Stephanak Art David M. Hoyt Photography Peter Greene Photography Grosvenor L. Thomas Business Manager James Campbell Advertising Manager Raymond S. Pearsall

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School Escutcheon The coat of arms adopted this year by St. Luke's School consists of a shield divided into four quarters, each representing something important in the life of the school. Below the shield is a ribbon on which is inscribed the St. Luke's motto: " R E S P I C E , A D S P I C E , P R O SPICE," meaning, "Look to the Past; Look to the Present; Look to the Future." In the upper quarter of the dexter side is represented the Caduceus, the symbol of medicine of which St. Luke was the patron healer. In the upper quarter of the sinistet side appeats the symbol of St. Luke's which has been used by the school since the founding. In the Iowet right quarter is the lamp of learning and in the lower left are three stats on a background of many stars which are to point out the necessity of trying to attain the highest ideals in life.

T h e school motto admonishes all St. Luke's students to look to the past and see h o w they can utilize its achievements and glorious traditions to make life more rich. They are to look to the present for immediate inspiration, and they ate to look to the future and build for the time w h e n they will take their places in the world of men.

T h e design for the escutcheon was excuted by M t . Levers, father of Bob Levers w h o was graduated last June and is n o w a student at Yale.

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SENORS

JAMES CAMPBELL Norwalk Middlebury Football 3, 4; Basketball 2; Hockey 4; Student Council 4; C A D U C E U S 4.

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Jim's outstanding chatacteristic is an intense school spirit. O n the athleticfieldhe has spatked the team to many a victoty as he himself has played a well-fought game. In school also he may be depended upon to carry out any and all duties with equal enthusiasm. Although he manages to arrive at school just after chapel, it's only because his car won't respond to the controls the way the airplane does that hefliesin the summer. Rumor has it that the "Moose" is also afiendon skis. N o matter what course he may choose w e know that his ability and endurance will carry him through.

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Flying high in the sky with an airplane close behind him can be seen Bruce, one of the latest additions to this year's senior class. It is rather hard to say exactly where Bruce acquired his earlier education, but it is agteed that he has certainly been a gypsy. A refugee from Weston every day, Bruce intends to enter the A r m y Air Corps upon being graduated from St. Luke's. Because of his scientific ability â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and his intention to "buckle d o w n " in Spanish, w e members of the senior class are more than sure that someday Bruce will be an outstanding figure.

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RICHARD H. HARRIS Darien Nichols Football 4.

Dick came to St. Luke's last year and has since made himself a part of St. Luke's life. H e has a winning way that has helped greatly to make him as popular as he is with all the boys on the hilltop. Dick played football this year, light as he was, and never missed a practice all season long to the best of our personal knowledge. "Fireball" has gained fame throughout the school as well as in Darien with his hot-rod Ford and the way he drives it. Outside his car his manner is more restrained, even quiet at times. Next year Dick moves on to higher fields and w e may be sure of hearing favorably from him.

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ROBERT A. H O F F M A N Stamford Washington

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The proud pilot of one of the school DeSotos, Bob is one of the best liked boys in our midst. Always with a smile and a friendly word, he has proven himself adept in promoting good feeling among everyone. "Hoff" can always be depended upon in time of need and is always willing and cooperative. His slightness of stature has proven no drawback to his ability as an athlete, for he is a very satisfactory performer on the baseball diamond and his work in the hockey net was outstanding. By his lack of conceit and adaptability for hard work w e are assured of his achievements in the future.

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DAVID M. H O Y T Norwalk Lafayette Football 4; Athletic Association 3; D r a m a t i c C l u b 3 ; Sentinel 4 ;

CADUCEUS 4.

First walking the halls of St. Luke's in his sophomore year, Dave has been k n o w n for his football ability while playing on the league and varsity teams. T h e "roving photogtaphet" is a nickname well suited to Dave, for he may be seen taking pictures at athletic contests, dances, and around school. His work in thisfieldis of professional calibre, and he remarks that it is an excellent hobby and a favorite pastime, equalled only by that of selling secondhand cars. Dave, determined to be an engineer, should find happiness in anyfieldof endeavor.

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R A Y M O N D E. HUMISTON, JR. Darien Princeton Football 4; Hockey 4; Baseball 4; Sentinel 4; C A D U C E U S 4.

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^ Ray, a newcomer, is one of the "suavest" individuals ever to gtace the halls of St. Luke's.

Already he has gained wide renown for his ability to play the beginnings of about fotty songs on the piano, but never the endings. A great asset to the Maroon and Grey football cause, his swivel hips and flashing feet paved the way to many SLS scotes. A mathematician of no mean ability, Ray has proven that most work is a "mere bagatelle," if you only approach it with the right attitude. W e are confident that thtoughout the future, hardships will be a breeze to this popular member of our class.

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GEORGE F. HUSSEY, III Norwalk Duke Football, Manager 4; Athletic Association 4; Student Council 4; Class President 4 ; Dance Committee 4.

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Coming into our midst in his senior year, George became one of us from the beginning.

It did not take long for him to become popular with the faculty and his classmates. His integrity and forthrightness in meeting evetyday problems have made George a leader in school as our class president and outside school by being a regular fellow. H e is an ardent supporter of the school, and is truly St. Luke's best example of a "gentleman and scholar." W e look upon George's future prospects in life as being bright and w e k n o w that w e shall continue to hear of his growing success through the years ahead.

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DOUGLAS MOORE Stamford

Tufts Football 2, 3, 4; Hockey 4; Senior Prom Committee 4; Athletic Association 4; C A D U C E U S 4.

If size had anything to do with it, D o u g would be one of the noisiest boys in school, for he is certainly one of the biggest. O n the contrary, D o u g is the quietest and most restrained member of the senior class. D o u g is rarely bothered by anything, whether it be the opposition in the line in football or the lack of space in the back row of R o o m four. H e has a good sense of humor and is always smiling the famous Moore smile. Modest and retiring, D o u g will make his way wherever he goes.

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D O N A L D O'TOOLE Stamford Rochester Institute of Technology Dance Committee 4; C A D U C E U S 4.

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Witty remarks and D o n go hand in hand in making school life more interesting. D o n was a stranger to St. Luke's until this year, but now that new robin's egg blue coupe that he so proudly drives — orflies— has become familiar to us all. Outside school his interests lie in thefieldsof photography and the various processes that go into good printing. Inside school his main interest is in annoying Silberman and his record is almost perfect. Scholastically D o n is capable and we feel certain that any obstacles encountered by Dee Vee will be met and overcome.

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JOSEPH H. PINCHBECK Ridgefield Cornell Football 2, 3, 4; Student Council, Secretary 4; Dramatic Club 3 ; Dance Committee 2, 3, 4.

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hJoe is just about the original settler in these parts, for he was at St. Luke's before it became St. Luke's. In extra-curricular activities he's been throwing his weight around for a while too. If you want beautifulfloraldecorations for a dance, Joe's the man. O n the footballfieldhe's a veritable powerhouse. Joe's future, as you have probably guessed, is scientific horticulture. H e hopes someday to have a push-button farm so he can be the sporty gentleman farmer. Whatever the case may be, you may follow Joe's slow and steady rise to the top of the ladder in the next few years.

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RONALD M. SCHWARTZ Stamford Yale Dance Committee 4; Sentinel 4 ; C A D U C E U S , Associate Editor 4; Baseball Manager 4.

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Ronnie, another newcomer to St. Luke's, was quick to show his faculty for doing much work in little time. H e has been an earnest and enthusiastic supporter of the school activities, working on both the school paper and yearbook and contributing greatly to the success of both. Ronnie may always be found at all athletic or social functions pertaining to the school providing a needed helping hand, be it in handing out refreshments at dances or shoelaces at hockey games, or giving moral encouragment to the combatants. College and the law will occupy his next few years and w e know that he will be a success at both.

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JAMES K. SILBERMAN Stamford Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Hockey 4; Baseball 4.

Jim came to St. Luke's this year. His ability to laugh at everyone's jokes, including his own, have m a d e him an essential part of all bull sessions. Although he might not actually be called noisy, classrooms are certainly more quiet on the days he is absent. Jim is a good student and a hard plugger, although he tries to fool the teachers into thinking that he hasn't done his lesson, and sometimes succeeds. At the school dances he is usually to be found in the stag line or guarding the refreshments. Jimmie is heading for a career in engineering and should be a great success next year at R.P.I.

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BARNEY O. SPURLOCK Stamford Bridgeport Football 4; Baseball 4; Sentinel 4;

CADUCEUS 4.

\Barney came to us in our last year at the hilltop. M a n y of us met him for thefirsttime on the footballfield,pre-season, groaning at the calisthenics. After the season he might be f6und any day at the smokers' club extolling the merits of "Bulls Head" to anyone w h o would listen and a good many w h o didn't get away fast enough. His irrepressible humor and good nature soon marked him as a great guy. His capacity for annoying others and cutting study hall has been the source of a good many laughs during the year. With an outlook like his, w e k n o w that the future will give him no trouble.

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HAROLD D. STEPHANAK Norwalk Business Football 3, 4.

| Step can be best classified as the little fellow with the big outlook on life. W e can't remember seeing him at a regular school dance, but those w h o k n o w tell us that Harold and

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the yellow convertible may be seen any week-end carrying all sorts of passengers. Step has an extremely keen sense of humor and a definite friendly attitude about him, which probably explains w h y he is so popular with the other members of his class. N o matter what course Harold may choose, w e are all sure that he will make many friends and get the most out of life in every way.

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GERALD R. TAYLOR, JR. Norwalk Hobart Football, Manager 4; Hockey 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; Athletic Association 3 ; Dramatic Club 3.

Brud came to us in his junior year and wasted no time in taking his place among us. H e has the reputation of being thefirstmanager of a major sport at St. Luke's tofinishthe season without losing half the equipment â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and he's still recovering some of last year's losses!

Brud has a well developed sense of responsibility, so much so indeed that he was given a brand new car to drive over the hills of Weston. N o w he and Mr. White can claim the distinction of being the only ones w h o D O N ' T drive a DeSoto. Brud is earnest and sincere and w e k n o w w e shall hear favorably about him as he goes on from the hilltop.

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GROSVENOR L. T H O M A S Westport Ho bait Football 2, 3, Captain 4; Basketball 1, 2; Hockey 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1, 3; Athletic Association 1, 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; Dance Committee 3 ; Sentinel 4;

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Buddy is well liked by all his classmates w h o understand that beneath it all he is a quiet, reserved personality. "Lee" is becoming an avid public speaker, inside class and out. Although he continues to be in school most days, he is rapidly finding out the shortest route between N e w Canaan and Northampton. R u m o r has it that he is also an excellent baby sitter, so w h o can tell where Buddy's talents will extend in the future. In summing up our athletic hero, the words of one noted personage best tell the story. Our Mr. Thomas is "the eternal optimist," and perhaps he has reason to be.

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JOHN T W E E D Y Darien Business Student Council 4; Dance Committee 4; Class Vice-President 4; C A D U C E U S 4.

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John came into our midst at the beginning of our junior year. His wavy hair and irrepressible humor marked him as a great asset to our class. His humorous talks on nature and animals have made him the delight of the English class and the despair of Dr. Kidd. Friendliness and congeniality are the outstanding traits of our V.P. The proud possessor of a gloomy tan automobile, with which he plies the roads between Darien and the hilltop, he will leave behind a host of friends as he leaves these hallowed halls. W e can be sure that he will face the future with a smile and go on to greater heights.

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Brook is one of the few boys w h o have been here for at least eight years, and during this period he has compiled a splendid scholastic record for himself and the school. His energies were not entirely on the books, however, for he managed to take considerable part in the extra-curricular activities. H e is able to take female parts in school plays or proctor a study hall with equal abandon. Famous for his "intellectual arguments" with Schwartz and his aversion to mathematics, Brook will undoubtedly continue in college the record he has made at St. Luke's as one of the school's outstanding students.

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Post graduate

CHARLES C. TAYLOR Norwalk Bridgeport Dance Committee, Chairman 4; Sentinel 4.

Returning to the St. Luke's scene this year after a two year career in the business world, Charlie has again become one of the more familiar sights on the hilltop. A s a sort of postgraduate Charlie was given the automatic distinction of being one of the big wheels of the school. T h e Dance Committee was exttemely fortunate in having a person of such experience to lead its activities. Charlie's merchandising experience also stood him in good stead, for he introduced blazers into the school and administered the sale of binders and T shirts. W e sincerely welcome Charlie as an additional member of our class.

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Bottom Row: Spurlock, Thomas, Frazer. Top Row: Hussey, Moore.

Senior Prom Committee Now that it has been established by custom as an annual event, the Senior Prom is looked forward to by underclassmen as well as by the graduating class. For many, especially the seniors, it is the highlight of the spfing social season, climaxing the graduating celebrations. Thus it is that the Senior Class of 1949 decided this year to hold an election and appoint those membets of their class w h o should be in charge of this memorable event.

A s the yearbook goes to press, plans have not been completed for the forthcoming event, but indications are that it will measure up to the high standards set in former years. It will be held at the school, since it is felt by all members of the senior class that it is onlyfittingthat their last school dance should be held in the building that has meant so m u c h to them. Special arrangements are being m a d e to procure the finest obtainable music and refreshments.

Under the chairmanship of George Hussey, Barney Spurlock and Grosvenor T h o m a s will have charge of the decorations which will be in keeping with the season of the year.

Douglas M o o r e will be responsible for refreshments, and Bruce Frazer will be in charge of the invitations. M a n y bids will go out to former members of the student body and to m a n y ef the present underclassmen w h o have evidenced a great desire to attend this final function in honor of the seniors. T h e entire committee have promised to make this a dance which will go d o w n in St. Luke's history as one of the best yet.

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NAME

NICKNAME

FAMED FOR

SAVING G R A C E

DISLIKES

PECULIARITY

CAMPBELL

Moose

Big Nose

Flying

Bad Weather

Biggest Bluff

FRAZER

Fearless

Flying

Tall Stories

Driving

Laziest

HARRIS

Fireball

Cars

Curly Hair

W o m e n Drivers

Least Appreciated

HOFFMAN

Dude

Football

Personality

Walking

Neatest

HOYT

Dave

Photography

Cuteness

Slow Drivers

Class Baby

HUMISTON

Suavo

Drinking Soda

Quick Line

Unsuave W o m e n

W o m a n Hater

HUSSEY

Jorge

Jeep

Smile

Getting up Sun.

Best Student

MOORE

Doug

Jokes

Subtleness

Conceited Girls

Most Modest

O'TOOLE

Don

Plymouth

Tact-Ha!

Dancing

Corniest

PINCHBECK

Joe

Animals

Horse Laugh

Animal Haters

Done most for SLS

SCHWARTZ

Ronnie

Vivian

Perseverence

Wise-Guys

Most Respected

SILBERMAN

Jim

Skiing

College

Short

Noisiest

Applications

Weekends

SPURLOCK

Barney

Fights

D a Boys!

Bluffers

Likes work least

STEPHANAK

Step

Sweaters

Girl Friends

Tall Girls

First to be married

TAYLOR

Brud

Skating

W a v y Hair

Short Skirts

Handsomest

TAYLOR

Charlie

Kitchen

White Apron

Pots

Most Generous

THOMAS

Buddy

Sandy

Trips to Smith

Suave Girls

Best Athlete

TWEEDY

John

Beavers

Speeches

Booze

Wittiest

VIVIAN

Brook

Schwartz

Other Guys' Girls

Hobbies

Most Conceited

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AMBITION

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FAVORITE

EXPRESSION

Bicycle

Salesman

Floorwalker

Judas Priest!

N e w Car

Ha-ha

Same

Let's go!

Gas

Millionaire

Pauper

W a n t to race?

Hair

Lawyer

Bartender

Where was I?

Flash Bulbs

Engineer

W.P.A.

What's the matter?

Tie

N.Y.C. Stage

Medicine Man

Mere Bagatelle!

Horn for car

Engineer

Southern Colonel

W h a t seems to be the major malfunction?

Alarm clock

Business

Restaurant Owner

I love you too!

Physique

Printer

Copyboy

Let's not be nasty!

Cow

Florist

Weeder

Boy, you ought to see m y cow!

N e w Pipe

Lawyer

Psychiatrist

Sir, there's one thing I don't know!

Muzzle

Engineer

N.Y., N.H., & H.

Don't call m e your old m a n !

Gun

Doctor

Gangster

Here's m y French!

Body Guard

Builder

Butcher

W a y to go!

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Failure

Success

Watch that language!

Wife

Business

Chauffeur

But Sir!

Trig

B.T.O.

B.U.M.

W h a a Happin Beby?

Hook'n ladder

Television

Ham

Hay Buster!

Haircut

Novelist

Dictator

Can't understand it!

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Class History We are the Senior Class. We have been the seniors for a whole year. During that time w e have had certain responsibilities earned as sophomores or juniors, or even before, which w e have tried to fulfill this year. O n the whole w e think that w e have successfully carried out our ideals, although it is only fair to admit that perhaps occasionally our enthusiasm has carried us a bit too far.

It was early realized that ours was not to be a class widely recognized for scholastic achievement and so w e were forced to make our greatest gains in other fields. Needless to say, the forty-niners enjoyed a most highly rated social status, and on the athleticfieldour contributions were most impressive. In our history let us n o w endeavor to cover whatever highlights there m a y be and to forget those unfortunate incidents which, w e must confess, dear Buddy, happen to us all.

O u r Freshman year was, as it should be, of least consequence. "Lee" T h o m a s and Brook Vivian were elected to the Student Council and the latter became engaged in writing some miserable class notes fot the Sentinel. A third outstanding m e m b e r of this class was Joe Pinchbeck, so aptly described in those days as, " A pair of beautiful brown eyes surrounded by a horse laugh."

W e were slowly growing up as w e became sophomores.

Most of us had stopped throwing spitballs, but those hectic car rides to and from school presented a majot problem.

Buddy and his girl friend monopolized English class discussions. O u r ranks began to swell. B o b Hoffman, Jim Campbell, Harold Stephanak, Dave Hoyt, and D o u g Moore presented themselves in the form of added dignity and charm. Yes, w e were n o w being recognized. Afterfinalsthat year, the powers that w e expressed very plainly certain doubts as to whether some of us would get to be juniors, let alone seniors.

Next autumn, however, back w e were again, still plugging away. "Fireball" Hattis flew up the driveway an hour late in that Ford which will remain in all your memories with varying degrees of fondness. "Brud" Taylor and witty John Tweedy were the latest contributions to our cause. Thomas, Pinchbeck, Campbell, and Moore showed the way on the gridiron. Baseball, too, was enlivened by our presence. Re-

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member Vivian complaining about some mean pitcher spoiling his beautiful batting average; T h o m a s doing the same about his h o m e run that didn't count because the umpire was tying his shoelace; Hoffman letting five balls go through his legs at second base because the sun was in his eyes; and Coach Mara's unsympathizing attitude toward our dilemmas?

Thomas, Taylor, Vivian, and Hoyt did a great job in George Washington Slept Here. W e also went to classes this year. If you don't believe it, ask any of our harassed teachers.

They will tell you, if they don't have a heart attack first. M r .

Graves hasn't yet recovered from Pinchbeck's French III translations.

Commencement came, and for thefirsttime w e stopped to think. Father Time paid us an unexpected visit with his scythe.

O u r dream was ending and w e were n o w to face an era of reality. The end of this road was in sight and w e could discern the main highway ahead. H o w would it feel to be a fullfledged senior n o w that the experience was so close at hand ?

In case you don't know, it feels good â&#x20AC;&#x201D; very good. There is the feeling that you have reached one of the last milestones in your all too short high school career. There is the pride at obstacles overcome and the optimism toward those remaining.

That feeling grew with us as w e entered intofinalachievement in the variousfieldsof endeavor. Pinchbeck and genial Charlie Taylor (back to finish his pre-college education) did afinejob guiding the Dance Committee. Brook Vivian chairmanned the Student Council and edited the Sentinel. Buddy T h o m a s ably captained the football team. Seven new recruits increased our number to nineteen. Bruce Frazer, Ray Humiston, D o n O'Toole, George Hussey, Ronali Schwartz, Jim Silberman, and Barney Spurlock added their weight to help our class hit the m a x i m u m . Newcomers became old friends.

N e w acquaintances and lasting friendships emanated. Activities, both in and out of school, were diligently handled by the '49ers.

Yes, this feeling did increase in our hearts. O n our Commencement day that sense of accomplishment is with us, but it is tempered with sadness at leaving the school which has been for many of us a beloved friend, protector, and inspiration for many years.

M a y b e w e are just a bit regretful that w e have not made a better showing, but contrary to all beliefs w e are certain that w e can truthfully say that w e have been taught to look to the past, to maintain the present, and to pave the way for the future.

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Junior Class We of the Junior Class have waited many years until we should be in this position right next to the top. Next year w e will be called upon tofillthe important positions around the campus and w e shall not be lacking. O n e look at the roster should convince anyone that here is a class well qualified to take over from this year's seniors. There's Bobby Cutler, still of the upper intellectual crust, but more ski minded; Peter Dewey, the strong silent type with a worried look and a dislike for Communists; John Feldman, also silent, so that the rest of the class can't be sure whether he's smart or just not talking; Leigh Harter, fast and shifty on the footballfield; Pitt Kinsolving, w h o braids his hair and has the deepest voice heard in these parts; Stuart Konspore, always resolving to do better later, but having a little fun on the side as an auxiliary bus pilot; big T o m Riordan, the hardest working guy in the class, but never talking about it; Bill Tracey, quiet and modest, with a good sense of humor and willing to get ahead; Johnny Runnette, one of the kitchen crew, w h o just found out that a clergyman was a minister; Sheldon White, ski man, absentee, candy m a n , kitchen worker, almost everything; Charlie Y u n g , a likeable sort w h o will promise almost anything. We're sure that, with a group so widely varied as this, that next year's senior class will be sure to make their mark on St. Luke's sands of time.

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Bottom Row: Mason, Stonehill J., Lundy D., Simpson, Plotnick P. Top Row: Harter J., Patterson Q., Gilbert, Bens, Walters, Fairman, Strassler.

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freshman Class Bottom Row: Gould, Wendt F., Patterson F., Bancroft. Middle Row: Aron, Strauss L., Payne, Donaldson, Greene P. Top Row: Woods, Tyler, Pullen, Davis N., Rapp, Bloomer, Weiller.

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Grade Jive Bottom Row: Durant, Litchfield, Ryland P. Middle Row: Gaines, Padula, Pinchbeck John, Murphy Jer., Clarke, McConnel M . Top Row: Pinchbeck Jay, Neidlinger R., Graham, Quaintance P., Sillan, Zweben, Mr. White.

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Student Council Composed of capable leaders in our school, the Student Council has endeavored and usually succeeded in keeping order and unison among our classmates. T h e council works hand in hand with the faculty and students to maintain certain rules and regulations concerning the welfare of us all. The older St. Lukians may easily notice a change in the proctoring of study halls. It has been noted that the study periods have been kept quieter than in the past. This fact can be directly attributed to the introduction of a new demerit system which is in itsfirstyear of trial upon the Hilltop. It is proving most satisfactory to many, but to the less fortunate students it is a means whereby correctional ways are employed to rid him of his minor delinquencies. T h e effects of the new system have readily shown up in school and o n the playground. It is through the experience gained from former such Councils and the sincerity of our present one that our life at SLS is guided by a group of boys w h o have a responsible character and show interest in their school. M a y next year's governing body of the school follow the pattern cut out for them and add to the already worthy organization. Brook Vivian was chairman this year while Joseph Pinchbeck was Secretary. Others on the council included Robert Hoffman, John Tweedy, James Campbell, George Hussey, Robert Cutler, Sheldon White, David Strassler, and H o w a r d Payne.

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Bottom Row: Hoffman, White, Taylor G, Thomas G. Top Row: Moore, Spurlock, Runnette.

Athletic Association Athletics enter into the lives of almost every student in school and play a large part in our contribution to healthy American youth. This program of sports and such events is directed by the Athletic Association with the aid of the coaches of the various teams. This important association not only schedules games for every season of the year, but its numerous other duties consist of maintaining the athleticfieldand keeping the equipment used in all school activities in excellent condition. T h e issuing of school letters and the appointing of managers for the teams are just a few more vital accomplishments. Athletic contests are arranged in football, hockey, and baseball, with a large variety of other schools being encountered.

Boys are taught that victory does not mean the condemning of the other team and excuses do not accompany defeat. In general, good sportsmanship is necessary and enforced.

Relationship between players and coach is close and helps in the idea of individual attention to everyone.

T h e famed M a r o o n and Gray tournaments, which are readily participated in by all classes, are great assets towards increasing school spirit. T h e athletic association takes a hand in arranging intramural games of this nature and promoting interest in them. Every pupil in St. Luke's is given an opportunity to participate in these games. T h e association has contributed greatly to a successful year of athletics on the Hilltop, and is c o m m e n d e d for its work brought about by intimacy of advisor and student.

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Bottom Row: White, Schwartz, Runnette, Vivian. Top Row: Yung, Taylor C , Pinchbeck.

Dance Committee Under the capable direction of old timers, such as Charlie Taylor and Joseph Pinchbeck, the dances this year have been of high caliber, reflecting the wealth of experience of these two leaders. Working as an organized group under their leadership, the committee deserve special mention for their excellent decorations and supervision at all the dances.

T h e combined Football and Hallowe'en Dance was a notable beginning for the school's social season. N o t even the weather, usually unkind to St. Luke's dances, could spoil the enjoyment of this.

T h e arrival of school holidays at Christmas time brought one of the most enjoyable affairs ever held at the hilltop. A large and happy crowd gave evidence of the good time which was being had, even though no one present was able to walk h o m e with the set of Encyclopedias which was being given away. Especially gratifying was the large turnout of former students and alumni w h o just couldn't keep away from the school.

Although m u c h of the credit for the success of the dances is due to the tireless work of the Dance Committee, the support given by the student body is also a deciding factor. T h e entire committee is to be congratulated, however, with orchids as usual going to Frieda, the unofficial m e m b e r of all dance committees, for sending up those delicious refreshments which are always present whenever St. Luke's boys get togethet at their school fot a social evening.

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Bottom Row: Plotnick P., Konspore. Middle Row: Humiston, Spurlock, Vivian, Schwartz, White. Top Row: Thomas G , Taylor C , Mr. Graves, Hoyt, Cutler.

Sentinel A s the membership of the school partially changes from year to year, so by the same token does the Sentinel which is edited by the members of the student body for the reading enjoyment of all. This year the writing has expressed a more objective and expansive attitude toward its material. Largely responsible for its success, Brook Vivian, Editor-in-Chief, has expended considerable time and effort to make the paper a better example of journalistic writing. Robert Cutler, slated for top honors next yeat, acted capably in the capacity of Assistant Editor. Ronald Schwartz as Literary Editor developed the coverage of the lighter side of school life. Charlie Taylor as Alumni Editor enlarged the importance of that department, and with R a y m o n d Humiston as Exchange Editor, Paul Plotnick and Barney Spurlock writing on special features, and Howell Pricefillingthe position of Lower School Editor, the paper attempted to give full coverage to all aspects of school life.

Throughout the school year the Sentinel has effectively been the m e d i u m for reports of all school events and activities. Mention must also be m a d e of the comprehensive work of the Business Board, without which no paper can survive. Buddy T h o m a s and Sheldon White insured more than ample advertising for the paper, while Dave Hoyt acted as head of the circulation department. Under the able leadership of M r . Henry Graves the school's paper continues to be the prize winner which it has been for the past few years.

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Mr. Mara is mellowing. That is the H e is bringing his business experience back with opinion these days en the Hilltop- W e c. him, for he has been in charge of the T-shirts, the to our readers the reason for th.s happy St. Luke's banners and pennants, and most recently fairs. M r . M a r a n o w has a son of his owr the n e w St. Luke's blazers. A n d sp:ak.ng of bla;ers, fore he can be m u c h more sympathetic be sure to order yours early, for they are the latest people's sons w h o m a k e up the St. L u k word in design and quality, a M U S T for all the body. beaux of the school. Yes, Buddy T h o m a s has ordered January 8th marked the change in Senoi one; he has already given his school ring to his latest that date William Phillip Mara, Jr., w a s bon. heart-thrcb at Smith, and he feels the need of keepwalk Hosp.tal. Lor some time after that: M ing some memento of the school for h.mself. commuted feverishly irom St. Luke's classr, A n d speaking of Buddy Thomas, w e wish to conhospital room; but n o w Billy is h o m e in N e w G. gratulate him andfhpT o m Riordan on their recent Xhpir roo 1both \i7 cJorm/pjH and M r . Mara is commuting feverishly from election as co-captains of the 'Varsity football team.

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Christmas Holidays—December 16th to January 5th.

Football Banquet—January 22nd, 1949.

Mid-Year Examinations—January 28th to February 2nd.

Second Semester Begins—February 3rd, 1949.

Spring Vacation—March 24th to April 11th, 1949.

Many Flun\ J\OW to Avoid ft June Rush Mr. Pearsall did his best—and that's really g o o d — but others of our educational inspirationists were not far behind in knocking us for the traditional goal during the terror period of midyear examinations Even the weather tried to help, by sending us h o m e early one afternoon; but it w a s no use.

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This year's football season was fairly successful, since the victories and co-championship in the league more than offset the defeats which the team suffered.

T h e first g a m e with St. Peter's was lost more by overconfidence than anything else. St. Peter's captain Warrington almost single handedly wrecked our chances by playing a spectacular game, scoring three of his team's four touchdowns. T h o m a s and Harter played well for St. Luke's, but no score was made.

T h e next week our varsity met Brunswick and for thefirsttime in three years soundly trounced their Greenwich rivals, the score being 20-0. It was an interesting game, highlighted by a 70 yard run by Humiston. Thomas, Harter, and Riordan as well as m u c h of the line played very well, T h o m a s scoring two touchdowns.

Jesse Lee was our next victim as w e avenged last year's defeat by topping them 13-7 in a tight, well-played game. Thomas' quarterback sneaks and Humiston's passes provided the winning margin after Riotdan's 80 yard touchdown run in the opening minutes of the game.

St. Luke's third straight victory came against its traditional rivals, King School. H u m iston, Harter, Riordan, Bens and Runnette were the stars of the game, each playing an important part in thefinaltriumph.

It was here that our victory skein reached its end. A hard fought g a m e against Wooster ended in a 19-12 defeat. After leading thefirsthalf, the hilltoppers weakened against the Wooster team and yielded three touchdowns. It was not until late in the last quarter that the h o m e team again came to life and added afinaltally which could not even up the score.

T h e annual Edgewood g a m e ended in a heattbreaking defeat as the Greenwich team scored their winning touchdown in the last minute of play. It was an up and d o w n fight all afternoon, but St. Luke's was doomed to defeat and a league co-championship. T h e final g a m e of the season was forfeited to St. Luke's.

T h e team played hard and well this year, and m u c h credit must go to the superlative coaching of M r . Cibere, w h o sacrificed many extra hours to help his players. Perhaps next year will see an even more successful season built upon this year's experience.

Bottom Row: Young, Lundy T., Wendt F., Harter J., Ryland M., Gould, Stonehill J., Patterson F., Woods, Strauss L. Top Row: Mr. Mara, Weiller, Strassler, Lipman, Davis N., Payne, Pullen, Tyler, Bloomer, Murphy J., Bancroft.

Ceague football This year's league football squad was perhaps the largest in the history of the school.

Consistent with the policy at St. Luke's of making athletics available to all w h o care to play, the squad was divided and two full teams, complete with substitutes, were able to take the field. Coach Mara occupied his time with the older boys w h o regularly m a k e up the junior varsity team, while Cliffy T h o m a s instructed the younger boys. Both teams were able to find opponents in their league and completed a satisfactory schedule.

T h e regular league squad opened their season with a thriller against Country School.

In a g a m e marked by see-saw scoring, the Hilltoppers were able to clinch the g a m e only in the last few seconds of play on an 80 yard kick-off run back by speed merchant Davis. T h e second g a m e resulted in a loss to a powerful Darien team which held the upper hand from the opening. Against St. Peter's School the following week the Maroon and Gray looked their very best as they walked over their rivals by three touchdowns. In thefinalg a m e of the season the league team defeated Daycroft by a score of 26-13 and both squads saw action.

Although the younger boys were unable to score against their opponents they were strong on the defense and gained valuable experience which should aid them in next year's contests.

T h e season closed with the usual intramural contests between the Maroons and Grays in their annual competition for the Class of 1946 trophy.

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Bottom Row: Pinchbeck Jay, Murphy J., Zweben, Rubel, Gaston, Pinchbeck John, Gregg, Kunstler, Thomas P. Top Row: Millard, McConnell, M., Moody, Long, Page, McCloughan, Cronin, Quaintance P., Findlay, Miller, Mr. Pearsall.

junior football With only three regulars back from last year's highly successful team, the mighty midgets went out to theirfirstpractice and gave every evidence of considerable enthusiasm and great willingness to learn the gentle art of football. Desire was not enough, however, and the Juniors were forced to concede theirfirstlosing season in many a year.

Thefirstgame against Country School was hard fought all the way although the midgets had to yield thirteen points to their superior foes. In that game McCloughan, Rubel, Findlay, Page, Durant, Thomas, and Murphy started in the line, with Cronin, Long, Zweben, and Greggfillingthe backfield positions. A good many substitutes were used, including Moody, Campe, Kunstler, Padula, Quaintance, McConnell, Gaston, and Millard.

With only one day's practice the Juniors traveled down to Stamford to meet the Daycroft Junior team. The strength of the St. Luke's little men must have been overestimated, however, for when the Hilltoppers took thefieldthey found themselves opposed by a team that was slightly awesome. Thefinalloss of 13-0 merely proves that a small team has little chance against a much larger one. Mr. Pearsall's boys went out and gave their all against a team, half of which played against St. Luke's League team the following week. For this game the lineup had been altered with Dial, Rubel, McCloughan, Findlay, Zweben, Durant and Campe in the line and a backfield composed of Long, Cronin, Gregg, and Martin. The substitutes, many of w h o m played as long as the regulars, included Padula, Jay and John Pinchbeck, Miller, Millard, McConnell, Quaintance, Gaston, Page, Kunstler, Moody, Thomas and Murphy. Outstanding on the offense were Martin and Gregg while Cronin, Campe, and Millard starred on the defense.

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Bottom R o w : Humiston, Vivian, Lundy, D., Hoffman, Thomas, G., Strassler, Taylor, G., Top R o w : Mr. Mara, Schwartz, Harter, L., Silberman, Hoyt, Dr. Kidd.

VARSITY BASEBALL

At the time of writing, the formation of the Varsity Baseball Team was still indefi but the prospects gave evidence that Coach Mara might be able tofielda team this season which would equal or better the record of last year's club. Although the team is still plagued by the one handicap which is every coach's nightmare, a lack of pitchers, the squad looks fairly strong in other departments. Last year's infield is back again, with Brook Vivian trying forfirstbase, Hoffman at second, Harter at short, Taylor at third, and Runnette at home plate. Among the other pitching aspirants will be Dave Lundy, from last year's squad, and Jimmy Woods, last year's League team hurler. Others out for the squad include Buddy Thomas, veteran outfielder, White, Riordan, Strassler, Tracey, Humiston, and Silberman.

Another school has entered the league, a tentative schedule has been drawn up, and we are looking forward to a successful season.

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