Aquinas Institute - Arete Yearbook (Rochester, NY)

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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

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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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Michael Pellino Meet the man who has been trying to reach high C in his locker room aerias for several years. He has success¬ fully combined studies with athletics during his stay with us. The will to win is one of his greatest assets and will carry him far in life. You may reach that high C yet, Mike. Joseph Polley Oh for the life of a scientist! Joe shines not only in science but in his other work. He is an ideal student, with a vo¬ cabulary of the biggest of Webster’s words. Joe is sure to be recognized for his coming achieve¬ ments. Eugene P. Petrossi Gene believes that worry is interest paid on trouble before it is due. He nourishes the ambition of becoming an engineer and we ex¬ pect to hear of the Pe- trossi-Pulcino firm be¬ fore many years have » passed. Felix R. Pudetti Pudetti is one of the best sports, one of the jolliest entertainers and one of the most con¬ genial of classmates. He is not what might be termed impressionable and this explains many a harrowing experience with certain members of the Faculty. We’ll miss Pudetti. Frank J. Phillipone Frank is our sonny boy from the sunny land whose humor and smile are spontaneous. If we could only imitate them ! His novel theory is that prosperity is just around the corner but scowls and frowns are scaring it away. He is surely helping Mr. Hoover. Michael E. Pulcino If you want to meet a Senior who gets a real kick out of math, meet Mike. He has careered through four years of it with never a dull hour. Deep thinkers like Mike are few and far be¬ tween. The world needs more like him. Orlando J. Pisaturo Mr. Hurley has al¬ ready conferred the B. A. degree on this fa¬ mous Latin student but Orlando intends to go right after his Ph. D. The heights of Olympus is the destination of our Professor Pisaturo. Charles R. Quade Stand by for the true cosmopolitan. As secre¬ tary of the English Club and as an actor, Charles has contributed gener¬ ously to the activities of his school. Aquinas feels a certain pride in sending you from her portals, Charles. Re¬ member your Alma Mater. 1 ( F u r, n twenty-six