Saint Bede Academy - Via Baeda Yearbook (Peru, IL)

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In the Homecoming game against Alleman, Paul Bernabei turns the corner around the defensive linemen. Father Kevin speaks to the crowd of students at the bonfire. At the dance that Sunday night, like everyone else,Jill Krueger and Bill Guerrini are enjoying themselves. 13

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Bruins Win Homecoming 13-0 In form with tradition, the Homecoming proves itself an enjoyable event. Decorations and activities reflect zeal and energy which students put into their labor. At the entrance to the lane are a Conestoga wagon and a grave to warn the invading Pio- neers of Alleman. Along the lane, in the park and from the school hang strings of green and white pennants. Directly in front of the school stands a sixteen foot high bear which amuses all the fans. On Saturday night a winding carcade through Spring Valley, LaSalle and Peru brings the stu- dents to the bonfire. After speeches by the coaches and play- ers, the crowd fills the gym for the annual Variety Show. The Association of Alumni and Friends sponsors a Homecoming Glow when the show is over. At the game the next day, the Bruins effectively contain a strong Alleman team in a 13-0 victory. Following the game, the Mothers' Club sponsors a din- ner for the players and specta- tors. Festivities conclude with the Homecoming Dance on Sunday night, with Dave Gaston and his Shattertones putting the finish- ing touches to the weekend. foot high calking bear built by the senior boarders. The Variety Show features young ladies from the local area and a cast of theatrically-inclined students.

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U. S. Marine Band Gives Concerts “The President’s Own United States Marine Band gave two per- formances at St. Bede on Septem- ber 21. This fifty member orga- nization played to matinee and evening audiences of 2,300 and 1,400, respectively. Conductor for the nation s best-known band was Lt. Col. Albert Schoepper and concert moderator and baritone soloist was Mr. William Jones. The band presented a varied selection of marches, concertos, scherzos and overtures. Music critics of the community commented thus: 'The band was colorful; its music spirited, inspir- ing, and exciting; and some three to four thousand persons will carry forever the memories of a concert which brought a new — and perfect —dimension of music to the community. Col. Albert Schopper has been a member of the Manne Band since 1934 and its director since 1935. A large and attentive audience came to hear the two concerts given by the United States Marine Band. 14