Aquinas Institute - Arete Yearbook (Rochester, NY)

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ij§sl n !J James Y. McKeon Jim just looks on and smiles. He stars in ten¬ nis, football and basket¬ ball and in his free time he is Ade Hanna’s self-appointed rival. We are sure of Jim’s starr¬ ing in life as he has starred in school ath¬ letics. How can he do otherwise with such a beginning ? Erwin S. Meyers This wavy haired Senior upholds the tra¬ dition of the Emerald Isle by his green ties. Lunch periods reveal Erwie’s ability to tell stories, while in the French class he shines as a Parisian. Bon voy¬ age, Erwie 1 George J. Nally This is our short, stocky quarterback and basketball tosser of wide renown. George does not let his play inter¬ fere with his studies and as a result he is a favorite both with fac¬ ulty and student body. We shall miss you, George. Which is the lucky college ? Edward M. Naylon Poor Red had the rep¬ utation around school of being a crooner and it took a whole year for him to live it down. He does not croon at all, but how he can sing! Hide, you Vallees and Columbos; Red’s com¬ ing ! John W. Norton John is a versatile musician, playing the trombone in the band and the cello in the or¬ chestra. However, mu¬ sic is not his only forte as he is a fine student and extremely popular both in and out of Aqui¬ nas. It will not take long for Notre Dame to discover our John. Thomas J. Meagher Tommy’s personality and activity have made him an indispensable factor in the develop¬ ment of our class his¬ tory. Tommy aspires to law and expects Notre Dame to shape him for his chosen vocation. Bernard J. Messmer We understand that Bernie’s adventures have resulted in many narrow escapes. Per¬ haps this explains why Bernie is the author of so many tall stories. His adventure into the scho¬ lastic field has resulted successfully. We value your friendship, Bernie, as we have enjoyed your company. Frederick G. Meyer Fred is our prize find of the year being a combination of musi¬ cian, poet, scholar and leader. His is a jovial nature which draws friends to him and his sterling worth makes his friendship lasting.

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Stephen M. Manning Old man gloom is his rival and Steve takes a pleasure in downing him. About every imag¬ inable joke has been played on him but Steve usually reverses the charges because of the spirit of fun in which he takes his class¬ mates’ pranks. So long, Steve. Paul W. Marchese Paul or P. V. M. as he is known is our poet, artist and incidentally, President of the preface club. Our poet hopes to shine on the gridiron and we know he’ll carry the ball over every time. Hugh R. Marks Ho, for the sports¬ man ! Be it basketball, baseball or football, one can always find Hughie a star among stars. No¬ tre Dame’s going to get a fine halfback and guard to help carry on her traditions even as he has carried high the name of Aquinas. Armand A. Maurer This is Fred Meyer’s partner, our silent man from Irondequoit who keeps hammering at his work with a vengeance all day long. His tech¬ nical ability is known to few and these favored friends promise big things for our Armand. Justin A. Mayer William H. Maxwell George J. McDermott John C. McGrath m Here is one of Gas¬ ser’s rivals in exempli¬ fying what the well dressed man should wear. Justin has fig¬ ured in basketball but above all in hockey and he has emerged success¬ fully. May success be yours always, Justin ! Bill’s cartoons have furnished us with re¬ creation for our four years. Whether in the classroom or in the company of his close friends. Bill displays that quiet firm charac¬ ter which has endeared him to his classmates. Our best wishes. Bill! Keep on drawing funny ones. BtlO George is hailed in social activities as the life of the party. For his partner in mirth production he has se¬ lected Joe Volpe and if you have the pair of them around you are sure of a good time. John has achieved three successes at Aqui¬ nas. He has increased his avoirdupois ; he has conquered the cross¬ word puzzle and, to the chagrin of his class¬ mates, he took a six months’ vacation last year. Out with the se¬ cret, John. We might try it in our college course. twenty-three

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John G. Nunn Jack has musical abil¬ ity and genius, being not only a clarinet and sax¬ ophone player but hav¬ ing the reputation of being a crooner. How¬ ever, we fear that his daily battles with Steve Manning may put a permanent crimp into his ambition of becom¬ ing another Mr. Dow¬ ney. We hope not. Edward J. Nyhan Ed’s smile and his genial personality have won him many friends at Aquinas and his masterful handling of the sticks has gained for him a reputation of note among those who are inclined to the dance. Say it with mu¬ sic, Ed. John M. Odenbach Ode is our class treas¬ urer and a class treas¬ urer that has really kept books. John has to his credit that of being the only senior with a sun tan all the year around. A summer spent at Conesus and a Christmas at Miami are responsible for that. May your circle of friends never lessen, Ode! William E. O’Leary Bill is a cheer lead¬ er with voice and orig¬ inality. His decided popularity at all the games was quite mark¬ ed. His wit and pep liv¬ ened many an other¬ wise dull class for us. Good-by, Bill. John P. O’Meara If there is one thing Jack really enjoys it is a good argument. His sallies in the English Club meetings are sec¬ ond only to Knitter’s. We hope to address Senator O’Meara in years to come. Daniel W. Ostrye We offer a prize to anyone at Aquinas who has ever discovered Dan out of order. He is the sort of student who is the joy of every teach¬ er’s heart. You are a joy to your classmates, too, Dan. Ask Bedford. We know he will agree with us. Edward C. Pappert Ed is a hero. Poor Virgil is still limping as a result of his many struggles with Eddie. Look around Aquinas and you will behold the countless victims of Ed’s football skill and his eloquent debating powers. Thomas J. Pearson Tom hails from Greece each day brimming over with school spirit. He seems to have made a resolve to get the most of his four years at Aquinas and, while so doing, do his best to advertise his Alma Ma¬ ter. Success attend you, Tom ! 32)glZ|gllZ3a twenty-jive