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BUSINESS BOARD

EDITORIAL BOARD

JONATHAN F. MURPHY

GEORGE H. MEGRUE

Business Manager

Editor

BENJAMIN R. NATHANSON

BUELL NEIDLINGER

Advertising Manager

Associate Editor

MARK M. PLOTNICK

TIMOTHY DES. LUNDY

Circulation Manager

Managing Editor

K E N T C. BLOOMER Art Editor JOHN T. OSTHEIMER Photography

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d)edicaticn A s the fall btings its memories of spring and summer to view again before the cold days of winter, so do these final days which w e are spending on the St. Luke's hilltop. A m o n g our many fond memories is that of being seated in R o o m O n e taking part in Mr. Von's famous Algebra class. In teaching, Mr. Von, through his deep sense of understanding and his quiet patience, imparted to us not only a working knowledge of Mathematics, but also a realization that he taught us because he loved to teach, and fot no other reason. Therefore, as our fall draws nearer to its last days, w e take deep pride in being able to dedicate this, the 1953 C A D U C E U S , to out beloved teacher and friend, William K. von Fabrice.

WILLIAM VON FABRICE

JOSEPH R. KIDD HEADMASTER

English A.B., Lafayette College; B.D., Yale University; Ph.D., University of Edinburgh.

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HENRY P. GRAVES ASSISTANT HEADMASTER

French A.B., Brown Universiry; M.A., Harvard University.

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

RAYMOND S. PEARSALL Social Studies â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Latin A.B., Amherst College; M.A., Columbia University.

JOSEPH A. SKULLY Mathematics — Science B.S., Dayton University; M.S., Washington University.

WILLIAM P. M A R A Spanish — Latin A.B., Holy Cross College; M.A., Fordham University.

WILLIAM J. CIBERE Social Studies — Science A.B., Franklin and Marshall College; M. A., New York University.

JAMES P. JACOB English — Mathematics A.B., Harvard University.

JOHN A. WHITE English — Mathematics Hamilton College; B.S., Albany State Teachers College.

R U T H A. H A N C O C K Lower School B.S., Danbury State Teachers College; M.A„ N e w York University.

MARIE L MAIN Lower School B.S., Danbury State Teachers College.

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

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J O H N W . BIRD Riverside Senior Prom Committee 4.

Coming from Riverside, Jack joined our class in its Junior Year. H e was soon to become famous for his "Witt" and Mercury, which, so he said, could rake anything in the lot. Working in the kitchen during mosr of his spare time was one of Jack's greatest attributes, for without him it is likely that bread and butter would have been missing from our meals. With photography as a hobby, Jack could often be seen carting a camera around school trying for the candid shot, and to him w e are thankful for the use of his pictures in making our year book a reality. Jack's broadmindedness in taking our jokes and kidding has led him to recognition with his classmates. Having in his possession this quality of taking things the way they come, he should have a successful future.

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KENT C. BLOOMER Riverside C A D U C E U S 1, 2, 3, 4; Sentinel 4; Dance Committee 3, 4; Senior Prom Committee 4; Baseball, Manager 1,2.

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Kent is best known for three things: his art proficiency, his acid technique as a jazz drummer, and his colossal brain, usually functioning along the more abstract line. Whether bent over the drawing board, his traps, or a book, Kent has complete control and mastery of what he is doing, and it is for this reason that w e are sure he will make a great success of anything which he m a y choose to do. T h e honor^roll srudy hall would not be complete without the glorious sound of two pencils banging out a four-bar tag for "Basin Street" or "Wolverine" Blues, and that heavenly sound you hear upon entering the St. Luke's portals on the evening of a dance is Kent, not the lesser Krupa. Whether it's jazz or nuclear physics, Kent, w e know you will be the best.

DONALD S. BOSSA Norwalk Athletic Committee 4; Football 4; Baseball 4.

D o n , or Luigi, as he is affectionately called by the entire student body, is one of Hatbor View's gifts to St. Luke's, and he follows the famous island tradition, his good sense of humor and ready smile making him a necessity at any party. Coming to us in his junior year, D o n proved that his reputation as a football player was not undeserved. A s alert in the classroom as on the gridiron, Luigi's ability to crack a joke is just what the doctor ordered to enliven what otherwise might be a commonplace class session. In whatever D o n m a y do, w e k n o w that he will carry on in the St. Luke's tradition, doing the best job possible in the most efficient and cheetful manner. College and the future should prove a challenge to his ability.

CHRISTOPHER R. COXE Norwalk Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4.

Chris, w h o came into the fold back in the seventh grade, has been one of the stalwarts of the class almost from the beginning. During his stay here at St. Luke's, he has taken great interest in discussions of all kinds. They have ranged from Spanish debates to bull sessions. O n e thing synonymous with Chris is his venerable Ford coupe. Between the noise it makes and the oil it consumes, it has become famous. A t almost every school dance Chris can be seen squiring some lovely creature through the halls or on the dancefloor.O f course Chris does take time out from his extracurricular activities to work diligently in class and has been labeled a sincete student. Chris's friendly and generous nature will give him a head start on the road to success.

RICHARD S. DAVIS, JR. Norwalk Athletic Committee 4; Football 4.

Dick is our other representative from that famous Norwalk area, Harbor View, and he carries on in the salt water tradition. A m e m b e r of the kitchen crew and one of the driving clan transporting boys on the Westport express, Dick has demonstrated his sense of responsibility and willingness to work hard. Besides his abilities at school, both inside the classroom and out, Dick has been blessed with a great deal of c o m m o n sense. This he uses continuously, whethet on the clam dredger, where he is an essential part of the crew, or on the football field, where his strategy has become famous. W e know that Dick will score perfectly in whateverfieldhe chooses, and he will always hold a permanent place of affection in our hearts.

W A T S O N M. H O R N E R Stamford Football 4; Baseball 4.

Although Jack did not m a k e his appearance on the hilltop until this year, he has lost no time in becoming the best of ftiends with everyone. W e all feel that w e have k n o w n Jack longer than a year, because of his likeable disposition. His athletic prowess was proven on the football field with great effect, and w e will always picture him in our minds as one of the mainstays of the St. Luke's eleven. In the classroom Jack has shown his earnestness and desire to learn, and moreover, he has set an example for everyone to follow. Jack's hunting stories have been labelled the best at the round table, and it is a good thing that he never started to relate his fishing tales. His mature outlook on life, his winning smile, and his sense of humof ate enough for a successful future.

ERIC T. L E X O W Darien Football 4; Baseball 4.

T h e only senior hailing from Darien, Eric has been one of the most recent additions to the class. U p o n enttance this year, he was quick in winning a stationary position on the football team at right tackle. Although a misogynist, ptobably the only one in the class, he still supported the school dances, as did his sister. For his sincere manner he was given the task of proctoring a studyhall, a job he has done well. Eric's many jokes and scientific discussions will long be remembered as well as hisflashyvest and pipe. H e has shown an eagerness both in and out of class for helping others, whether it be school work or everyday problems. W e expect to hear of great accomplishments from Eric sometime in the years to come.

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New Canaan Student Council 3, 4; C A D U C E U S 4; Sentinel 3, 4; Dance Committee 1, 2, 3, Chairman 4; Athletic Committee 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Prom Committee 4.

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w Tim, the youngest of three brothers, all St. Luke's graduates, has been one of the early pioneers of our class. Having taken a strong interest in school affairs, he was honored not only with a seat in the school government, the Student Council, but also with the appointment of Dance Committee Chairman. Along with these top positions, T i m should be congratulated for his writing ability, which has led him to membership on both the Sentinel and C A D U C E U S staff, for his work with the Athletic Association, and for his service rendered in the kitchen. In everything T i m has undertaken at school, he has shown a willingness to accomplish tasks readily, sincerely, and to perfection. These characteristics will lead to success, whatever endeavor T i m decides to choose.

GEORGE H. MEGRUE New Canaan Srudent Council 3, Secretary 4; C A D U C E U S , Editor 4; Athletic Committee 4; Football 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Grey Captain 4; Class President 3, 4.

T h e silent brain of the class, George can usually be found in some quiet corner, working out a problem in Physics or operating his famous slide rule, only to come out with the correct answer. O n the football field George is not quite so silent; his famous remarks about certain members of the opposition will echo over the St. Luke's gridiron long after he has passed through the portals of his college choice. George is famous, out of school, for his mythical girl on Long Island and for his little "red bomb," which he pilots all over the country side. W e shall always remember George for his wonderful qualities of leadership, as shown by his various top positions, along with his ready desire to assist anyone with almost anything, be it in school, sports, or everyday problems.

MICHAEL A. MENNELL Riverside Football 3, 4.

A more composed and quiet m e m b e r of the class, Mike will long be remembered for his philosophical discussions pertaining to Aristotle and the like. A s a football end Mike was feared not only for his strength but also for his quick, sly actions, which could land one in trouble at any time. Moreover, being president of the Smoker's Club, he helped keep "butts" in their proper place, thus maintaining the school as an institution of learning. A school driver, navigating one of the Riverside routes, Mike was always puncrual, even though it meant arriving at the unheard of hour of eight o'clock in the morning. Mike should have no trouble in attaining his goal in life, having such a mature outlook' and sincere manner as he has shown here at school.

JONATHAN F. MURPHY New Canaan Student Council 2, 3, Chaiiman 4; C A D U C E U S 4; Athletic Committee 2, 3; Dance Committee 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, Captain 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Maroon Captain 4; Class Treasurer 3,4.

Jonny has been on the Hilltop longer than anyone can recall. Starting in the first gtade, he has been the sole founder of our illustrious class. His interest in school affairs has awarded him such positions as Student Council Chairman, Class Treasurer, and Maroon Captain. W e will all hold Jonny in memory for,his athletic ability, which has helped us immeasurably to win many games. Whether dribbling a basketball d o w n the court, striking out seven batters in a row, or calling plays on the gridiron, he has always been there doing his very best. O n the Dance Committee he was largely responsible for the success of many school dances. In conclusion w e feel that the ability which Jonny possesses is certainly enough to carry him toward some high position.

BENJAMIN R. NATHANSON Stamford C A D U C E U S 4; Dance Committee 2, 3; Athletic Committee, Chairman 4; Baseball Manager 3.

Since his arrival on the Hilltop, Ben has shown an eagerness to participate in school activities. For his hard work about school he was elected Athletic Chairman, and it was he w h o always had thefieldready for the big contest. As baseball manager Ben could often be seen carting the bases about, not to mention the other items necessary for the maintenance of a team. Working for the C A D U C E U S as advertising managet, he was responsible for the ads, those items which are so necessary to pay for the yearbook. In class Ben will always be remembered for his good humor and "eager beaver" oral themes. Judging from his past record of enthusiasm toward accomplishing things with a m i n i m u m of effort, w e are safe in saying he will have no trouble with the future.

BUELL NEIDLINGER Westport C A D U C E U S 4; Sentinel 3, 4; Class Secretary 3, 4.

The only '53 member hailing from Westport, Buell joined our class five years ago. Since that time he has been a great asset to us in many diverse ways. Besides being managing editor of the C A D U C E U S and feature writer for the Sentinel, Buell has also found time to become an accomplished bass and 'cello player. H e is already known as a professional in hisfield,playing in many concerts. It is no wonder that he should organize a band and play at the school dances this year. Perhaps the most important thing about him is his personality. H e always seems to have a ready smile for everyone and something funny to say. Buell leaves behind many fond memoties of St. Luke's life which will never be forgotten. With his prodigious amount of talent he is sure to make Carnegie Hall.

JOHN T. OSTHEIMER Stamford C A D U C E U S 4; Sentinel 4; Athletic C o m mittee 3; Dance Committee 1, 2, 4; Senior Prom Committee, Chairman 4.

"Osthie" is known for two outstanding featutes, his car and his excessive amount of brain matter. His dearest love being autos of every sort, John is the only St. Luke's "hot-rodder" whose car can ordinarily be found in a clean condition. Around school, John has made his presence felt by his great quantity of knowledge and his ready smile. The big question has always been: "Is it the studying that he does, or does his brain work like his Speed-Graphic?" A s a member of rhe Dance Committee fot three years and n o w Chairman of the Senior Prom Committee, John is more qualified than anyone else to put over a successful Senior Prom; so to him w e say, "Good luck!" From his school record w e can say that there's only one place for h i m â&#x20AC;&#x201D; t h e top in any position.

MARK M. PLOTNICK Stamford C A D U C E U S 4; Sentinel 1; Athletic C o m mittee 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4.

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Since stepping into St. Luke's school life in his freshman year, Mark has become one of our classmates w h o can be looked upon to do his very best in any situation. N o t only is he a conscientious student but also a likeable personality as well. O n e of his great attributes is along the line of story telling, and with the start of every yarn he says, "This is the greatest." In Mark's case this is usually true; however, in other cases this statement would seem a bit extravaganr. W h e n the Athletic Association gets d o w n to work on the football field, he can be seen either showing someone h o w ro m a k e straight yard lines or doing some other equally burdensome task, as erecting goal posts. Mark should be able to overcome any obstacle in his future, putting his best into everything.

DONALD M. ROSE New Canaan Athletic Committee 4; Dance Committee 4; Senior Prom Committee 4; Football 3, 4; Basketball Manager 3, 4.

D o n has become an integral part of school life ever since he first climbed the Hilltop in his freshman year. His jovial disposition and light-hearted gaiety has led everyone to call him "Bubbles," and nor without good reason. H e can always be pictured with a grin that would make anyone laugh. A t recess time D o n could always be found assisting Mr. Schmidt at the candy line. Because eating is one of his favorite pastimes, it is no wonder he managed to undertake a job such as this. With all his activities D o n still has found time to be manager of the basketball team. H e will always be remembered for leaving the uniforms at school, although he was indirectly responsible. Being the happy-go-lucky fellow that he is, D o n will get along in the world.

FREDERICK E. W E N D T Dance Committee 4; Athletic Committee 3, 4; Football 4; Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 1,2,3,4.

If you hear screams of laughter emanating from any Senior classroom, the reason will usually be Fred Wendt. "Fearless" Fred is the perfect n a m e for our wonderful prankster; however, one must not get the wrong idea. Fred possesses a great talent for getting good marks, and he admits himself that, should he srudy a little more, he would probably knock off "B's" at least. Fred makes his personality felt upon the athletic field, too. H e carries out to the fullest measure the St. Luke's tradition of sportsmanship; and in spite of the fact that although w e don't always win, it's in the books that F. W e n d t gives all he has to the game and for St. Luke's. It is because of this drive that w e k n o w that Fred will m a k e a large indentation in whateverfieldhe chooses.

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(J/ass flisiotiy Although we are now Seniors, this thought couldn't have been furthet from our minds back in the fall of 1949, when once again w e trudged up the hill to school. The ten originals of out class: Bloomer, Coxe, Davis, Lundy, Megrue, Murphy, Neidlinger, Ostheimer, Plotnick, and Rose were ready to take up where w e had left off the ptevious summer. T h e only difference was that w e wete Freshmen this year. This highsounding title scared us at first, because just a few months before w e were a mischievous bunch of ruffians. Luckily, Dr. Kidd took it upon himself to lecture us on the importance of these last four years, and to explain h o w imperative it was for us to get d o w n to work if w e expected to go to college. Naturally this didn't make a dent into out thick skulls at all; so w e continued to be the carefree lot w e were the previous year and then some. The arrival of Bloomer and Co. created a great deal of havoc, thus w e were continually being reprimanded for our actions. In spotts w e defeated Country School in football due to a sparkling sixty-yatd run by Jonny Murphy, w h o saved the day for our League Team. Meanwhile, Ostheimer and Megrue were establishing themselves as btains. The gteat excitement of the year came when some friends of the Riversiders paid a call at school and really raised cane. Then came the punishment for many afternoon walks in the woods, to which the Good Doctor put an end. Our freshman year was coming to a close with the arrival of exams. W e were n o w looking forward to our sophomore year with great enthusiasm, butfirstvacation time. With the arrival of our sophomore year w e were becoming aware of our responsibilities in school, and it dawned on us that learning wasn't the gteat big joke w e had anticipated. T w o new members were added to our ranks, Ben Nathanson and Fred Wendt. At this point evetyone took an active part in one thing or anothet. Murphy became the athlete of the class and also a Student Council member, while Bloomer was pur on the C A D U C E U S staff as Arr Editor. Nathanson and Ostheimer joined the Dance Committee, and Plotnick found a place on the Athletic Association. The class was dubbed "the tetrible tenth" for obvious reasons, following many harrowing experiences, and the Student Council found it necessary to sepatate us in study hall. Biology was a very enlightening course that year, especially when it came time to disect worms and fish. Rose pretended he was a surgeon in such operations. About this time Neidlinger was waging war with the Student Council again, and he also made the mistake of saying, "This doesn't m a k e sense" in English class. W e all know the result of that. The school dances were supported by the class avidly, and there was always one corner reserved for Jonny and Betty. A class band also came into existence about this time, but the less said about this, the bettet. Bloomer went to N e w Canaan to buy a record one day and came h o m e with a black eye instead. Along about M a y w e started to do a little work with a good deal of prodding from the right source. Because of all the trouble w e

were raising, w e had the worst reputation of any class in the school. The following fall w e found outselves just a short hop from being Seniors. Bird and Mennell were added to the fold. Murphy played football all season in spite of the doctor's warning. Coxe made himself famous when he turned over his family car. Luckily his injuries were nil. It was just about this time that Mr. Murphy of the A.A.A. gave his lecture at school on good driving. Congruent ttiangles, Shakespeate, history reports, and The House of Seven Gables were the main reasons for getting d o w n to work. After exams Bossa thought it would be a good time to make his appearance at school; so another was added to our class. Nathanson proved his love forfishcakesby eating twenty-eight of them at lunch one day, and poor "Fearless" Fred was discovered doing his book reports on Classic Comics. H e had to read Gone With The Wind as his punishment. The highlight of the year came when "Bubbles" Rose, the basketball manager, forgot to bring the team's uniforms to the game with Cherry Lawn. Then Megrue took it upon himself to distribute waste paper collected at school around the countryside. The results were rather intetesting. For thefirsttime a Junior Prom was held at school, and the outcome was a success. W e even made money on the dance! Bird got the reputation of hatingfire,due to an amusing incident, and Ostheimer amazed all with his putchase of a new Ford Victoria. All in all it was an exciting year. So it was that on September 25, 1952, w e began ourfinalyear on the Hilltop. The newcomets, Lexow and Horner, brought the class total to 17. Because college was just around the corner, everyone became engrossed in studying andfillingcollege applications. Murphy became Chairman of the Srudent Council; Ostheimer presided over the Senior Prom Committee; Megrue was named editor of the C A D U C E U S . In Physics our minds were stuffed with formulas, and in Economics, Rose became known as "Par." Megrue was voted class president, and our meetings were moved to the dining room. The Christmas Dance was a success due to the Neidlinger-Bloomer musical combination. Before w e knew it exams had snuck up on us after a week's delay because of the ice storm. They were brutal, but brief. The Basketball T e a m ran up four straight wins before tasting defeat. This was indeed a busy year. W e learned everything from N e w ton's Laws to the Law of Diminishing Returns. N o w as w e look back upon our days here at school, it seems only yesterday that w e were freshmen in high school. Next fall w e will be freshmen in college. Right n o w w e are too busy to look back on our past because the future is the only important thing in our minds, but some day w e shall recall our pleasant days at St. Luke's with fond remembrance. It has been a long and tedious job to reach our present eminence, but w e have the confidence that w e have been well ptepared. For this w e say, "Thank you, St. Luke's, for all you have done for us."

Front Ron: J. Wendt, Stonehill, McNulty, C. Clark, Marple, Brown, B. Smith. Second Row: Blengsli, Raymond, Bucknell, Sutton, Strauss, J. Megrue, Rochlin, Soloff.

uniefi (dass A s w e of the junior class look on while the members of this year's graduating class receive theit diplomas on C o m m e n c e m e n t day, w e are suddenly awakened by the fact that in one short yeat w e ourselves will be donning the "cap and gown," as w e leave St. Luke's for various institutions of highet education. W e realize that the year is over and in the fall w e ourselves will be taking the teins of leadership and will be assuming more responsibilities in the school. A s w e look over the members of the class individually, w e see Les Soloff, whose ready smile carries him over the steeper hutdles; genial Mike Sutton, no relative to "Willie," but ptobably a bettet actor; John Megrue, destined for engineering and basketball fame; John Wendt, whose knowledge of w o m e n would astound the encyclopedia; Chris Clark, pianist, radio technician, and actor of some note; John Blengsli, whose theories on life are somewhat controversial; Bruce Smith, student, auto enthusiast, and quite a salesman; Bill Bucknell, the venerable vetetan of the class of '54; Robin Stonehill, the never-say-die Dodger fan and a m e m b e r of Yale '58; Grayson Brown, whose desire to be in the middle of things should carry him far; Allen Marple, whose dream is toflya jet plane for the U.S.A.F.; Arnold Rochlin, the ftusttated mathematician, futute smokets' club president; Earl McNulty, class treasurer, Student Council member, and other notable things; Richard Strauss, class secretary, Student Council membet, and Sentinel editor; and "Skip" Raymond, class president, who, on behalf of the class of 1954, would like to wish the class of '53 great success in the years to come.

Front Row: Hain, Fogle, Zales, Givotovsky, Schavoir, Gilbert, Wagner. Second Row: Flaherty, Salmon, Beck, Sunde, Saloman, Dawson, Stark, Murray.

vmemelie Cl^s This year's Sophomore Class, after a soul-searching examination, came to the conclusion that it numbers among its members some w h o should achieve high honors in the years to come. There are always lists of the ten most successful m e n in industry, professions, or even best dressed. W e leave to the discretion of our faculty and fellow students to decide into which category the following m a y fall: Eugene Beck, affable and cheery under any circumstance; Richard Dawson, loyal m e m b e r of the Srudent Council; Timothy (Young Churchill) Eland, adding a breath of Olde Englande; Michael Flaherty, basketball and Latin enthusiast; Robert Fogle, w h o will certainly take his place in the world of art; John Gilbert, class veep, always active in after-school activities; Setgei Givotovsky, scholar of some note and also a no-minute-taking secretary; Frederick Hain, by far the most amiable m e m b e r of the class; William Lehmberg, smaller and more angelic than most; Kenneth Murray, newest legal driver and not at all modest about it; Jerome Rubel, a true lover of rhe finer points of basketball; Peter Salmon, w h o has made an excellent start as class treasurer; Robert Saloman, w h o has changed from the strong, not-so-silent type to the strong, not-at-all-silent type; Peter Schavoir, going all out to combine fun and education; Alan Stark, class gift to the world of mathematics; Robin Sunde, enthusiastic about baseball, basketball, and study hall; Ted Wagnet, the Spanish linguist of the class; and Michael Zales, class president and assiduous student. Next year, with increasing maturity and possibly greater numbers, w e hope to contribute even mote to the life of the school.

Front Row: Paden, Toolin, Sadtler, Ed Smith, Margolies, Stutson, Ryland, T. Clarke, R. Clark. Second Row: John Pinchbeck, Gardner, C. Studwell, B. Rubel, Ev. Smith, H a m m o n d , Ackerman, Levy, R. Neidlinger, Jay Pinchbeck.

fyeshman Class Having m a d e thefirsthutdle of our high school education and finding to our amazement that all have survived, w e are n o w ready to step a rung higher towards our careers. A m o n g our class w e see that Bob Ackerman has just suffeted a relapse. Cause: Algebra. Ted Bartlett has sold his hotse along with other things. Dirk Brouwer is a scientist. B o b Clark is a budding ornithologist. (Ask him what it means.) T o m Clarke was reelected class secretary. Hobby: W o r m s . Matt Gardner is fat and getting fatter. Frank H a m m o n d is a class representative to all dances. Tony Lake likes to take English in his stride. B o b Levy is an 'iggle' in the Boy Sprouts. Paul Margolies best exemplifies the strong silent type. Matt McConnel is a patron of the arts, girls, and radio-controlled airplanes. Roger Neidlinger, artist of wide renown, likes to sail. B o b Paden is the Ben H o g a n of the ninth grade. Jay and John Pinchbeck have a corner on the milk and flower market. Blair 'Worry-Wart' Rubel is class ptesident. Pete Ryland is anothet sailing enthusiast. B u d Sadtler is also in the ninth grade. Rut Simmons has an excellent hook shot. Ed Smith is class vice-president. 'Butch' Smith invented: "I din't get that one, sir!" Clint Studwell likes model railroading. A. C. Stutson wouldn't mind being a garage mechanic. Jon Titus has radio for a hobby. Larry Toolin rents out hamsters for breeding. This is our illustrious class, and w e feel confident that next year, providing w e all m a k e it, w e shall continue to work even harder. W i t h a great deal of talent in studies and sports w e should be able to maintain a high scholastic standing as well as school spirit, which is so needed to m a k e a successful year.

Front Row: Lee, Sunderland, M. Pelanne, Jer. Murphy, Sharp, Thomas, de Beam, Shinnick, Hamilton, Platerink, Boissonas, Rowlison. Second Row: Hastings, Harris, Hessel, Dent, Patten, Hanson, Bawden, Byers, Biers, Gregg, P. Katzenbach, P. Pelanne.

^Itade Siqht Every year it would seem that the eighth grade had some sort of reputation to uphold as the terrors of the upper school. W e of this year's class also appear to have done out part to keep u p the tradition. A s one of the largest and most enthusiastic delegations in the school, w e should like to inttoduce our members. Bawden, class farmer, is good for a "moo" any time. Biers, cat merchant, is n o w studying Romans. Boissonas spends his time arguing with M r . Graves. Byers is class treasurer and sometimes btainy. D e Beatn is famous as class whistle dealer. Dent, the large and nor-silent type, is the class personality kid. Gregg, a girl hater, is still a good egg. Hamilton is best k n o w n for dancing on tables. Hanson, class genius, is our rubber band agent. Harris, pride of Westport, is class mystety man. Hessel, the large, silent type, is n o w big and quiet. Katzenbach, avid Ftench student, also loves math. Lee is best k n o w n for his ability to lose books just before class. Lyden, newest of the newcomers, is a gourmand or gourmet, w e don't k n o w which. Murphy, active in sports, is also interested in girls. Marc Pelanne is the athletic type w h o can't be missed in a crowd, while his brother, Pierre, concentrates on learning h o w to spell French words. Patten, the happy, back-slapping type, studies hot rods. Platerink, class secretary, is rumored to be the class politician. Rowlison, a business man, is opening a new money lending agency. Sharp is most noted for his m a n y vacations. Shinnick, accomplished joke teller, haunts the candy line. Sunderland is k n o w n as the average m a n of the class. Thomas, an old timer, winds up the class on an athletic note.

e &oeven

Front Row: Finch, Saxe, B. Studwell, R. Gette, Moore, Kinzler, Ruxton, Griffin, Richmond, Gallavan. Second Row: Dail, Jensen, McDougal, Miller, Whatmore, Conrow, M . Clark, Dumper, L. Hall, W . Baggaley, Berts, Crane.

^Ziades Six and jfive

Front Row: Skinner, Spelke, Fisher, Ruegg, Heydt, Gilroy, Fox, Soles, J. Hall, John Herzog, Deering. Second Row: Clapper, R. Flatow, Olivetti, Howe, Houlberg, Ferguson, Zunino, Epstein, Crowell, Dixon.

P/iima/iy School

Front Row: Harrison, Emerson, Langhorne, Cibere, P. Flatow, Herzog, James, Chapin, Pearsall. Second Row: Miss Hancock, McNeill, Twachtman, C. Gette, Cudlipp, Bell, Lyons, L. Katzenbach, Miss Main.

ACTIVITIES

Front Row: Strauss, G. Megrue, Jon. Murphy, McNulty. Second Row: Zales, B. Rubel, Lundy, Dawson, Dr. Kidd.

Student Ccuncil This year's Student Council, under the superlative leadetship of Jonathan Murphy, has continued to uphold the fine tradition of that body. Again this year the demerit system, begun five years ago, has been used effectively with even better results than before. Study halls, under the supervision of student proctors, have remained orderly throughout the year, due mainly to the ability of the boys w h o were chosen by the council. Because of its firm but just treatment of boys w h o have been reprimanded during the year, the council members have w o n respect from everyone. As was the case in previous years, anyone guilty of a misdeed was confined to compulsory study hall after school. This not only leads to sensible punishment, but it also helps the delinquent student to srudy, since help and advice are available in the later study hour. Performing its governmental duties in school throughout the year, the Student Council also takes an active part in other school activities. It helps to administer various fund raising campaigns and it assists in the otganization of the annual field day events in the spring. Each of the membets is elected by the entire upper school and the body itself is composed of representatives from each of the high school classes. Indeed, so integral a part of the school life is this organization that hardly a day goes by without its influence being felt. In addition to chaitman Murphy, this year's membership includes George Megruej T i m Lundy, Rick Strauss, Earl McNulty, Mike Zales, Dick Dawson, and Blair Rubel.

Front Row: Ostheimer, Zales, Strauss, B. Neidlinger, Blengsli, B. Rubel, Gardner. Second Row: Toolin, Dent, Bloomer, Sunde, Sutton, Lundy, Clarke, Mr. Graves.

Sentinel This year the Sentinel followed the procedure started in 1951, and it again published no advertising, allowing more room for feature stories, columns, and pictures. Although this produces a smaller-sized publication, it does away with the job of "chasing" ads and thereby leaves more time for writing. Under the able editorship of Richard Strauss, the first Saint Luke's juniot to hold this post, and with the aid of assistant editor Buell Neidlinger, the Sentinel gained a high standard of literary achievement. This was proven w h e n Richard Strauss was presented a medal and check by the American Freedom Foundation for one of his editorials on "American Freedom." Credit must also be given to Mr. Graves, who, as usual, spent m a n y long hours as the faculty advisor straightening out the mistakes, thus producing the professional appearance of m a n y Sentinel paragraphs. Another n e w feature rhis year was the reducing of columns. Rather than have a great number all repeating the same news, the number was cut to two, thereby holding the interest of the reader. This does not mean, however, that the other columns were dropped, for ir was so arranged that they alternated in each issue. The printing of pictures was increased, this attributing to the major success of the paper. T h e Editorial Staff of this year's Sentinel consisted of Richard Strauss, editor-in-chief; Buell Neidlinger, assistant editor; Michael Zales, managing editot; John Blengsli, sports; Timothy Lundy and Robin Sunde, features; Kent Bloomer, art; John Ostheimer, photography; and M r . Graves, faculty adviser.

Front Row: Jon. Murphy, Ostheimer, G. Megrue, B. Neidlinger. Second Row: Plotnick, Bloomer, Nathanson, Lundy, Mr. Pearsall.

aauceus There is a ttadition at St. Luke's that the honor of producing the school yearbook shall go to the graduating class. W e of the class of 1953 are happy that w e have been given this opportunity to fulfill this obligation. It is with a great deal of pride, then, that w e present to you this year's edition of the C A D U C E U S . A s in every succeeding year, certain changes have been m a d e in the effort to produce a better, if not a larger, book. This year the board has concentrated on improving the quality of the art work and the photography, while maintaining the high standard of editorial work set by its predecessors. Our most sincere appreciation goes to our friend and faculty advisor, M r . R a y m o n d S. Pearsall, who, with his valuable help, constant and long-suffering patience, and ready wir, m a d e the task of producing the book m u c h easier. Credit must go also to John Ostheimer and Kent Bloomer for their work along the photographic and artistic lines, respectively; and mention should be m a d e of the assistance rendered by our advertising salesmen under Ben Nathanson, to say nothing of the cooperation of the advertisers themselves. W e should also like to credit those unsung heroes, writets from the lower classes whose contributions often go unnoticed. As the future years of our lives come and go, we, by leafing through these pages, will be able to bring back the memories of good times and the wonderful experiences which w e had at St. Luke's. W e sincetely hope that out efforts this year will do the same for you.

Front Row: Jer. Murphy, McNulty, Jon. Murphy, Ostheimer. Second Row: Rose, Lundy, Bloomer, F. Wendt.

$)ance I/Cmntittee As has been the procedure for many years, the St. Luke's School Dance Committee once again sponsored the school dances early in the year. Under the leadership of T i m Lundy it has striven to make the dances bigger and better than ever. T w o things helped to make each dance a success, originality and quality, rather than quantity. For instance, an artificial ceiling of evergreen boughs gave an entirely n e w look to the usual entrance hall. Because of the smaller demand this year, two, instead of four dances were held, a football d?nce and a Christmas Formal. If one were to choose between the two, the latter would undoubtedly be the winner in popularity and attendance, since it has become a traditional dance and home-coming affair. Again, as in the past, m a n y alumni returned to greet old friends and former classmates in the atmosphere of the holiday season. T h e success of the dances was due to many factots, rather than to one single person or group. Most notable was the contribution of the "Blue Mooners," an orchestra organized by Buell Neidlinger which supplied the music tofitthe m o o d of those w h o attended. Drawings by Kent Bloomer were likewise a big hit,fillingthe blackboards as they did and adding gaiety and humor to the spirit of the occasion. T h e sincere gratitude of the committee goes most especially to Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt, w h o always coopetated in a spirit of complete generosity, giving their time and talent to help make the dances so satisfactory. Members of the committee were T i m Lundy, Kent Bloomer, Jon Murphy, John Ostheimer, D o n Rose, Fred Wendt, Earl McNulty, and Jeremy Murphy.

Front Row: G. Megrue, B. Rubel, Davis, Zales, McNulty, Bossa. Second Row: Plotnick, Brown, Lundy, Nathanson, Rose, Bucknell, F. Wendt.

t/fthletic Cewmittee Operating in conjunction and with the cooperation of the vatious athletic squads here at school, the Athletic Association has once again proved itself of great usefulness and service, not only to the teams, but also in providing all kinds of help along non-athletic lines. This year under the chaitmanship of Ben Nathanson, the Association members created the straightest gridiron lines in the history of the footballfield,and although it has not yet been done, "Ben's Boys" will soon have to conquer the task of building the baseball m o u n d (always too high or too low). Then there is the task of making sure that the diamond has the same amount of footage between h o m e plate andfitstas there is between third and home. O n this year's Association wete Ben Nathanson, Chairman, Fred Wendt, Mark Plotnick, D o n Rose, Dick Davis, George Megrue, T i m Lundy, Earl McNulty, Mike Zales, Bill Bucknell, Grayson Brown, D o n Bossa, and Blair Rubel. Keeping thefieldand equipment in good condition is only one of the jobs which the Athletic Association must tackle. Members of the Association must also coach and referee the Maroon and Gray basketball games, hire one of the gymnasiums for varsity basketball, and nominate younger boys ro find lost baseballs during games. In the intramural system, members not only coach the boys in the art of playing the game, but also see to it that the high standatd of sportsmanship and team play, which have always prevailed here at St. Luke's, will continue to be upheld by team members and students in general. These then are the functions of the Athletic Committee, which as one can see, contributes m u c h to the athletic life of the school.

Left to Right: Rose, Bloomer, Bird, Ostheimer, Lundy, Jon Murphy.

Senkfi P/tem CtfflffliHw If one were to pick out the last big event of the school year, the answer would most certainly be the Senior Prom. A s in years gone by the Senior Prom has been held immediately following gtaduation exercises, and it usually represents thefinalmeeting of the student body until fall. It has been the custom each year for the senior class to sponsor this event, and for such an elaborate undertaking the committee has been elected with great cate by the members of the class. Those on the committee ate: Kent Bloomer, D o n Rose, Jon Murphy, T i m Lundy, Jack Bird, and John Ostheimet as its chairman. Because this was written months before the prom, it is difficult to say what has been decided on by the committee as yet, but some facts are known. The grand affair will undoubtedly take place at school, because it is onlyfittingand proper that the school be the scene of the class's last contribution. It will also be a time of homecoming for many alumni w h o take the opportunity to come back and visit their former classmates again. A band is still undecided; however, w e hope to present one that will make the occasion a real success. W h o knows? M a y b e the dance might even be held outdoors, providing one can assure us of good weather. The refreshments will naturally be made by the Schmidt's, and the decorations might be a Paris cafe or South Pacific island. Whatever the dance consists of, w e are sure that the committee will do its best in creating a gala affair, which will long be remembered as the most successful dance of the year and of which our class should be very proud.

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Front Row: Ackerman, Gardner, Fogle, B. Rubel. Second Row: J. Wendt, Davis, Bossa, Rochlin, F. Wendt, Jon. Murphy, Saloman, G. Megrue, Coxe, Marple, Horner, Stonehill. Third Row: Mr. Cibere, Stark, Raymond, Blengsli, J. Rubel, Strauss, Mennell, Bucknell, Soloff, Rose, Dawson, Lexow, J. Megrue, McNulty, Dr. Kidd.

vaftsity jfeetlall This year's football team, in an abbreviated season due to forfeitures and cancellations, backed into the league championship at the close of a less than winning season. O n the official scorebooks, however, the Hilltoppers lost only one game, and that to St. Peter's, a non-league rival. T h e first g a m e of the season, played against St. Peter's, proved to be the most exciting, although the most disappointing since it was a 7-6 defeat. The game was a closely fought match all the way, with the outcome in doubt until thefinalwhistle. Against our old rival, King School, the Saints were stronger, as shown by the 13-7 victory. A t the end of thefirsthalf the score stood 7-7, butfinallyafter an uphill drive late in thefinalperiod w e scored a touchdown, which put us out in front for the remainder of the game. Against Brunswick at h o m e the Maroon and Gray were unable to halt the enemy attack, although the h o m e teamers outgained their opponents in total yardage and in first downs. A 19-7 defeat was registered, but later nullified upon discovery of an infraction of the league rules. T h e season, shortened earlier by the cancellation of the opening game, came to an abrupt climax w h e n Cherry Lawn, also undefeated in the league, decided to forfeit the final game. Again m u c h credit must go to Mr. Cibere for thefinecoaching job he did on such an inexperienced team. Perhaps next year he will not be thwarted by such a weird chain of circumstances.

Jjeaque jootlall Jla/ioons

Front Row: Saxe, Sadtler, Thomas, M . Pelanne, Hastings, Bawden, R. Clarke. Second Row: Jensen, Betts, Miller, Dumper, Jay Pinchbeck, M. Clarke, Conrow, P. Katzenbach, Lake.

Xeaque jaailall g/iays

Front Row: Sunderland, Lee, Jer. Murphy, Wagner, Toolin, Titus, Gregg. Second Row: L. Hall, Dommerich, John Pinchbeck, Moore, C. Studwell, Dent, Houlberg, Paden, McDougal, Gallavan.

Junio/l jfeeilall c/fta/leens

Front Row: Herzog, James, Chapin, Skinner, Dixon, L. Katzenbach, C. Gette, J. Hall. Second Row: Soles, Twachtman, Finch, Zunino, W . Baggaley, Richmond.

Junta* jfooilalt' ^/iays

Front Row: McNeill, Deeting, Clapper, Epstein, Bell, Pearsall, P. Flatow. Second Row: B. Baggaley R. Flatow, Cudlipp, Olivetti, B. Studwell, Griffin.

Front Row: Salmon, Saloman, J. Megrue, F. Wendt, G. Megrue, Jon Murphy, Ackerman. Second Row: Mr. Vornkahl, Dawson, Srrauss, Sunde, Rochlin, B. Rubel, Rose.

Idaftsity Bashtlall Trying to outdo last year's team, which finished its season as co-champions, this year's squad has shown thus far a record of four wins and two losses. Bill Vornkahl, acting as coach, has again managed to put together a ball club, which has shown plenty of teamwork and aggressiveness. In December, the N e w Canaan gymnasium was used, and later, practice sessions were moved to Westport, where scrimmages were held every Sarurday at the Y.M.C.A. The team employed the same type defense as last year, that of man-to-man, and except for a few changes in positions everything remained the same. Thefirstgame with Daycroft proved an easy match, resulting in a 68-32 victory for the Maroon and Gray. Likewise, the same held true against Edgewood, again shown by our scoring well into the 60's. King was next to go d o w n as losers; however, in the return match w e were outpointed 42-41. O n their h o m e court, Btunswick provided the toughest game of the season by establishing a zone defense against us. Wotking the ball and having a good evening, the Hilltoppers came through with another victory. With only a few games remaining in the season, all hopes are high for another championship. Thanks to Coach Vornkahl the team has had a most successful yeat. With a great deal of young talent on its way and with the enthusiasm for basketball steadily climbing, as seen in the past two years, there is no doubt that the future will bring many more successful basketball teams.

Front Row: Fogle, J. Wendt, Dawson, Saloman, Brown, Jon Murphy, Stonehill, Coxe, Strauss, B. Rubel, F. Wendt. Second Row: McNulty, J. Megrue, Marple, Flaherty, Sunde, Ackerman, Rochlin, Salmon, Lexow, Bossa, Mr. Mara.

Idansiiy Baselall Here in our yearbook is probably the only place where it is necessary to make predictions, for as most know, the C A D U C E U S will be on the ptess long before the team is otganized. Having a majority of last yeat's regulars and a moderate supply of recruits, Coach Mata will again go about the task of putting the best on the diamond. Starting with the pitching depattment, for that seems to be the main strength of the team, w e shall likely see quite a bit of Jon Murphy, Chris Coxe, and Richard Strauss. T h e catcher's spot is vacant at present, but there are many hopefuls. The infield will consist of Plotnick, Stonehill, Raymond, and Salomon, while the outfield will have F. W e n d t , Dawson, and whomever the coach finds capable of filling the spot. Since a baseball team has never been complete with just topfielders,the main problem will lie in hitting power, which is so very often the case. Having lost most of last year's sttong-stick men, thete is no doubt that many long tedious hours of practice will be spent along this line. W e k n o w that with the team's organization, with Senor Mara's able coaching, and with plenty of spitit there will be a very successful baseball season, as has been exemplified in the past yeats. W h e n the team takes its position fot thefirstgame, you can be sure that evetyone will be there to back them up, and fot the season I a m sure that all will wish them "Good Luck."

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§>t ICitk^a ^rtjool Commencement Exercises ttfi2**4±

H JUNE NINTH U^ineteen hundred and fifty-three NEW CANAAN, CONNECTICUT

Program COMMENCEMENT PROCESSION STAR SPANGLED BANNER ----- AUDIENCE INVOCATION - - - - REVEREND LORING D. CHASE

BIBLE READING: 1 Corinthians 13 - -

MATTHEW GARDNER,

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THE LORD'S PRAYER SCHOOL HYMN: Lead On, O King Eternal - - MR. HENRY p. GRAVES at the organ REMARKS OF WELCOME -----

HEADMASTER

ORATION: Success Is Your Life - - ORATION: Thoughts on Greatness ATHLETIC RECOGNITION - - -

GEORGE HENRY MEGRUE

JOHN THEODORE OSTHEIMER, JR.

MR. RAYMOND S. PEARSALL

ORATION: Traveled Roads - HYMN: America -------

AUDIENCE

JONATHAN FARMER MURPHY

AUDIENCE

COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS - -

DR. HOWARD BONAR JEFFERSON,

President, Clark University AWARDING OF PRIZES PRESENTATION OF DIPLOMAS PRESENTATION OF LOYALTY CUP ALMA MATER - STUDENT BODY AND AUDIENCE BENEDICTION ------ HEADMASTER

Qraduates of the Qlass of

1953 JOHN WHITWORTH BIRD KENT CRESS BLOOMER DONALD SMITH BOSSA CHRISTOPHER ROBERTS COXE RICHARD STANLEY DAVIS, JR. WATSON MOODY HORNER ERIC THOMAS LEXOW TIMOTHY deSANNEAU LUNDY GEORGE HENRY MEGRUE MICHAEL ALLAN MENNELL JONATHAN FARMER MURPHY BENJAMIN ROBERT NATHANSON BUELL NEIDLINGER JOHN THEODORE OSTHEIMER, JR. MARK MICHAEL PLOTNICK DONALD MacLEAN ROSE FREDERICK EDWARD WENDT

LEAD

ON,

KING

E T E R N A L

(St- Luke's School Hymn)

Lead on, O King Eternal, The day of march has come. Henceforth in fields of conquest Thy tents shall be our home: Through days of preparation Thy grace has made us strong; And now, O King Eternal, W e lift our battle son?.

Lead on, O King Eternal, Till sin'sfiercewar shall cease, A n d holiness shall whisper The sweet A m e n of peace; For not with swords loud clashing Nor roll of stirring drums, But deeds of love and mercy, The heavenly kingdom comes.

Lead on, O King Eternal, W e follow, not with fears, For gladness breaks like morning Where'er Thy face appears. Thy cross is lifted o'er us; W e journey in its light. The crown awaits the conquest; Lead on, O God of might.

ALMA

MATER

Hail to thee, our Alma Mater, hear our voices clear, Singing of thy glory and the name we hold so dear, Days may come and days may go, yet hearts will beat for thee. T o St. Luke's, our Alma Mater, loyal be. In the morning of our lives we heed thy kindly call, Working, playing, thinking, praying in this hallowed hall. As the years pass by, those days return in memory, Hail, St. Luke's, our Alma Mater, hail to thee.

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