Aquinas Institute - Arete Yearbook (Rochester, NY)

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 Joseph A. Bottiglier Joe” Although of quiet disposition Joe at time can get rather lively and full of pranks as his pals in Mr. Martin's history class can testify. We hope your sense of humor will continue as a gloom-chaser when you leave Aquinas. Joe. We all wish you a successful future. Frederick G. Blum “Freddy” Small of stature but big of heart. Freddy's sunny disposition has proven to be a fertile field for popularity. During the past four years he has sailed from one acheive-ment to another with the greatest success. Our only hope is that his contagious smile will aid the Red Wings in their attempt to win a pennant this summer. Joseph I). Bonanno “Joe” Vivacious and clever are the two adjectives that describe Joe. Full of action, he assiduously devotes himself to his studies and has the reputation of being able to speak German with comparative ease. Aquinas will miss you, Joe. and wishes you great success in the medical field. John W. Boylan “Johnny” It is not hard to find John in a crowd. He towers above most of us. Although his wisdom as yet is not appreciated by Mr. Deviny, we expect to hear big things of John in the near future. In him Aquinas sends forth a true Christian gentleman, a vigorous exponent of Catholic ideals, a loyal alumnus. John W. Byrne “John” John is one of those people who possess the invaluable knack of calling everyone by his first name. He even calls teachers by nicknames when they are not around. John will ever be remembered by his classmates for to each of us he has been a true friend. Bon voyage, pal. John A. Butler “Jack” Jack is that amiable cashier on the west side of the cafeteria. You know, the fellow who always smiles when you pay for your pretzels. Besides being a businessman. Jack is also a splendid musician. May your smile and music continue to charm your friends. Jack, as they have at your Alma Mater. James J. Brady “Jim” Quiet and unobtrusive on most occasions. Jim is a source of constant merriment to his friends. He won dramatic laurels as The Coach in our school play. Jim plays shadow to Johnny Byrne, when the latter is in school. Au revoir, Jim. we wish you luck. William C. Burke “BiU” Bill's wit and cheerfulness have merited him a warm place in the hearts of the Senior Class. Quiet William is at his best in the science and math classes. His good work at Aquinas heralds his success in the engineering field. We shall certainly miss our Bill. seventeen

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Herbert F. Bechtold “Herb Look for Bill Carey and you are sure to find Herb. His artistic ability may be seen on all of his books. And oh ! Kiris, can he dance! Besides art. Herb has taken up music in a big way. We arc all pulling for you. Herb, and we count on your making the grade. John E. Bedford Johnny Let us present one of the most popular men of our class. Johnny is our Treasurer and the clever Sports Editor of the Maroon and White. His fine nature and pleasing personality stamp him as a true Aquinas gentleman, and we hope that th? future may prove just as sunny as his days at Aquinas. William R. Bergan Bill Bill is a happy, carefree fellow who does not believe in taking things too seriously. Because he refuses to worry over anything. Bill has that quality of good cheer which enables him to go over big in any gathering. Keep it up. Bill. A merry heart gladdens God and man. Daniel F. Bergevin Dan In all our years of pleasant association with Dan. we have envied his never failing readiness to smile. Even those problems in mathematics couldn’t draw a frown. Keep that even disposition, Dan, and success is in your grasp. We are sorry to think that we must say good-by. Edward J. Bilecki Kd Ed’s ability as a hand-ball player has been well demonstrated in those noon games on the first floor, south corridor. An able student and a prominent member of the German Club is Ed. To him. we say, not good-by. but Auf Weidersehen. Our best wishes follow. Joseph J. Bishop Joe Joe is one of the care-free members of our'class who always looks at the bright side of things. His smile is as constant as his companionship with Neil Campbell and both are the envy of his classmates. So long Joe. keep up the good work, and don’t forget your friends of thirty-three. Paul G. Bishop Paul The smaller of the famous Bishop Brothers. Paul, is an ardent admirer of Clark Gable and hopes someday to supplant him in the hearta of his feminine fans. Paul is a regular pal to his friunds and has a reputation for unparalleled generosity. Au re-voir. Paul! You take our beet wishes with you. Leonard F. Blonsky Len In Len one finds a man of few words but of fine personality. He is one of the Blonsky and Congdon Combine. the Minute Men of Home Room 318. Len has also shown his vocal ability in Mr. Hurley’s singing club. In losing Len we lose a prince of a classmate. sixteen

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eighteen William G. Carey “Bill” Here is Bill, a veritable gloom chaser. What he lacks in size he makes up in wit. Bill is one of our best examples of deserved popularity even though he has broken many a fair heart with his dashing appearance. Au revoir. Bill, and plenty of good luck! You know we are going to miss you and your humor. Michael D. Cerame “AfiAre” Mike is a Maroon basketball star. His ability in this sport is one of the reasons why he was placed on the first team of the “All Home-Room Stars”. May you be as successful at St. Michael’s as you were at Aquinas. Mike! Remember, we expect glowing reports from Toronto. Robert I . Charlton “Bob” Shades of Shelley and Mil-ton ! “Bob” is one of our sterling poets. His contributions to the “Maroon and White” were always welcomed by readers as well as by the editor. We begin to think that in some language Charlton rhymes with “Success . Bob. We hope so, too. George K. Christoff “Joe” Joe is a silent and very industrious chap both at work and at play. Perhaps he has heard that old phrase. Work while you work, and play while you play”, for he surely does seem to live up to this rule. Keep it up “Joe and you are sure to land on top and when you arrive remember the good days at Aquinas. Paul M. Byrne “Paul” Here is Paul, President of the Virgil Club, a brilliant student, quiet and unassuming. Paul knows that humility is more essential than learning, and so he is content to enjoy the hidden life. One can always turn to Paul for a serious conversation and so. expecting great deeds from you, Paul, we say. Bona fortuna tibi.” Richard L. Callahan “Dick'' Even though Dick is usually on the wrong end of Mr. Dolan's “Quiet, please.” he can still hold his own with any teacher. Of course. Dick is serious once in a while (especially in Vergil class). He wants to be a lawyer but we think you are far too honest. Dick. J. Neil Campbell “NeO” Neil is a basketball player of ability and an ardent supporter of the intramural games. If he is as true to his work in the future as he is to his pal, Joe Bishop, success will be his. You have our best wishes for luck and success. Neil, and we are confident of realizing our wishes. Cormac G. Cappon “Cap” When one thinks of French. Cormac comes to mind (if one’s mind is big enough!), and vice versa. Nevertheless, his heart and body are in proportion and. aside from being a “would have been atheist. Cormac is a model student. Here’s hoping that you will hit the obstacles in life as you did the marks at Aquinas. Cap.