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

Text from Pages 1 - 240 of the 1966 volume:

TheCover Our cover has been designed to portray the seal of St. Bede College and Academy. Appearing behind the Holy Rule of St. Benedict are the cross of salvation and the quill of scholarship. Upon the Holy Rule are the initials U.I.O.G.D. (Ut In Omnibus Glorificetur Deus), which mean “That In All Things God May Be Glorified,' the Benedictine motto. VIA BAEDA Walk down the lane. Stroll around the teardrop, the fishpond; take a good look at the campus. Take a good look at St. Bede. Not in July, when the students are gone and the school is quiet, but come in October or March, when the red brick buildings echo the sorrows and joys of 500 young men. Then you’ll see what we’ve tried to do. The ’66 Via Baeda is the portrait of a school, a year, a graduating class. It is a re- sult of an attempt to capture the vibrant spirit of St. Bede, an attempt to describe the vitality of the people, places and things who make the Bedan way a special way. With this aim in mind the staff and editors present the ’66 Via Baeda. 1966 St. Bede College and Academy Peru, Illinois Volume XXIV Remember... ACTIVITIES................... Crowds at registration day . . . seeing old faces at Homecoming . . . the scent of perfume when Nauvoo came up . . . fun and games at the Mission Bazaar . . . hamsters and particle accelerators at the science fair . . . CURRICULUM................... Othello and Iago in English class . . . struggling with x's, y's, and z's in alge- bra . . . lots of Latin pattern practices . . . studying the causes and effects of the Civil War . . . experimenting with sound and light waves . . . HONORS - ORGANIZATIONS Spending all weekend in the yearbook room . . . buying books from Bedey Beaker Breakers . . . student council elections . . . laughing over Campus Capers . . . sharing Johnny Pope's pain in Hatful of Rain . . . FACULTY...................... Father Arthur's dry wit . . . Father Pla- cid's seemingly endless collection of stories . . . talking sports and Shakes- peare with Father Allen . . . cracking jokes with Coach Wyzgowski . . . watch- ing the ever-patient Father Eugene . . . ATHLETICS.................... Coming back early tor football prac- tices . . . the pouring rain during the Mendota win . . . winning big at Home- coming . . . beating L-P in basketball . . . the last minute shots that won the Catholic School Tournament . . . UNDERGRADUATES .............. Running around at Hennepin . . . the NEDT tests . . . crowds jammed into the buses . . . getting those class rings at last . . . dances never too frequent. . . playing intramurals in a crowded gym ... GRADUATES.................... Getting out of the dorm and into a room . . . being accepted at that “big1' col- lege . . . SAT, ACT, and a battery of other tests . . . that beautiful prom ... Commencement Day ... ADVERTISING.................. Eating out with the department. . . bowl- ing in Spring Valley . . . Christmas shop- ping in LaSalle ... the after-school job downtown . . . doing your laundry in town . . . getting the dope on LaSalle-Peru from a friendly barber . . . 5 St. Bede is a little world. Its boundaries stretch from Route 6 to the Illinois River —only a smidgin of geography on the map. But the better part of St. Bede transcends the limits of the campus as it forms transient tribute to life, youth and human dignity. Life on campus is a kalei- doscope of tragi-comic events which form the very heart of the school. And whether burning midnight oil for a chemistry test or putting on a skit at a basketball game, the stu- dents find themselves caught up in Bedan life in an intricate pattern of involvement. Campus Activities St. Bede Symbolic of the spiritual, in- tellectual and physical growth which a student attains, St. Bede’s primary buildings are the mon- astery, administrative building and the gymnasium. Built in 1942, the monastery is a three floor-structure with a fourth added in 1957. The vari- ous floors house chapels, liv- ing quarters, utility rooms, class rooms, refectory and tailor shop. In 1962 the new abbey print shop was erected northwest of the monastery. In this setting the monks live according to the Benedictine rule, work and pray. Their day begins at 5:20 with Matins. Teaching, manual labor, and prayer constitute the monks’ ac- tivities. Vespers and Compline signals the end of the day and the opportunity for solitude. Both junior college and acad- emy are situated in the adminis- tration building. The living quar- ters, class rooms and chapel are located in this building. Join- ing it to the monastery is the refectory, library and two lev- els of cloisters. When fire destroyed the old gym, the new Abbot Vincent Gymnasium was built in 1955. It contains a two-court basketball floor, and athletic quarters. Free time can be spent in the swim- ming pool, TV room, ping pong room and clubrooms. An expansive athletic field affords room for outdoor ex- ercise. There are the baseball diamond, tennis court, intra- mural fields and football stadium on which the boys partici- pate in various sports. 9 Registration Starts Pat Wei her and George Kapa- cinskas tote their clothes and suitcases to their respective lock- er rooms. Magazines, tennis racket and a suitcase or two herald the arrival of Mark Swanson for another year of school. ••'I. � Refreshed by three months of summer vacation, day students and boarders both returned to school eager to hit the books. Freshman boarders had the biggest adjustment to make and took the heady responsibility of living away from home and family in stride. Day student freshmen plunged enthusiastically into high school life, but took a while to get acquainted after being split into three different homerooms. Sophomores and juniors were quick to dis- cover their new privileges and prestige, rejoicing in their elevation to higher class status. Resident seniors basked in their rooms, no longer subject to the rigors of dormitory life. Seniors definitely had it best among the day students, too, as they enjoyed their homeroom in the new language laboratory. A New School Year Mr. and Mrs. John O'Connor check son Don's schedule with director of studies Father Owen. Barney Gira discusses the cost of his books with salesman Bill Ogrin while Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Gira and son Jim look on. All Pitch In To Make ’65 Music by the Don Adams Orchestra climaxed the magic of Homecoming. Homecoming '65 was the us- ual combination of hard work, ex- citement and nostalgia which go to make this tradition a high point of the year for the students, faculty and alumni. Planning for the big event be- gan weeks in advance, but most of the actual work was done in the week preceding the big day. Freshmen and seniors alike spent many long hours struggling with decorations, gathering wood for the mammoth fire or re- hearsing and re-rehearsing for the Variety Show. Their labor paid off on the weekend of October 24, as the St. Bede Homecoming was a smashing success. Decorations, including a forty foot Bruin foot- ball player, overcame high winds and threatening weather. The car- cade, Saturday night, a long wind- ing affair which threaded through LaSalle, Peru and Spring Valley, Tim Sterling's football spoof got a lot of laughs at the Variety Show. was acclaimed as the best yet, while the pep rally and bonfire boosted spirits for Sunday’s game. Making use of on-campus talent, the Variety Show proved to be one of Father Placid's fin- est efforts, after which the '‘Glow” provided a chance for the alumni to get together again. Spirits ran high on Sunday, as an impressive Bruin Squad decked a determined Little Flower team 25-6. Old grads were busy looking for ex-class- mates and students were wrapped up in the excitement of the day, but all found time for the dinner sponsored by the Mothers’ Club after the game. Don Adams Orchestra put the finishing touches to Homecom- ing '65 at the dance Sunday night. And amid the orchids, the pretty girls and the soft music, every- one had a great time. Homecoming A Success Kevin Kelly puts the finishing touches on the giant shoe which symbolized the afternoon s victory. The Bruins stomped Little Flower 25-6. Despite all the careful planning, much of the work on Homecoming decorations was done the morning of the b.g day itself, as old grads held reunions with the backdrop of students struggling to put up grandiose decorations. 13 Dave Nagle and Bill Guerrini wish the bus load of Nauvoo girls and Marty Panther good-bye. Folk singer Mary Perrin entertained at the Variety Show Saturday afternoon. Tom Sehroer is amazed and Joann Bergschneider, Justine McHale, Elaine Winters, Gerri Mullen and Tonya Matarelli are jubilant as the Bruins pull off a spectacular play against Streator. 14 Nauvoo Makes Second Trip To St. Bede Even if the girls from St. Mary's look a little uncertain, they surely played a graceful game of touch football. Mary Ellen Frasor, Debbie Moloney. Mary Jean Terando and Mary Swift seem a little taken back by the vigorous rush of Bob Ori and John Maher. Nauvoo’s back! The second annual visit of 180 girls from St. Mary's Academy, Nauvoo, Illinois to the St. Bede campus was marked with even more excitement than when these girls had made their first trip to St. Bede the year before. Stu- dents and faculty alike were caught up in the wonderous event as the school was tidied for the girls’ arrival on Friday. Both girls and boys cheered as St. Bede beat Streator that night and the dance after the game continued the good time that had begun hours before. The next day featured a dance and a variety show, but neither was long enough for either the girls or the boys as the day ended and mournful farewells were made on both sides. Barry Burke and Molly Ramsey head the line of dancers at the Saturday hop. 15 Students Enjoy A Good Retreat Students of both the Academy and the College had the chance to sit back and take a look at themselves during the college and academy retreats which took place November 8 and 9 and Jan- uary 24 and 25 respectively. College retreat master was Reverend Valens Waldschmidt, O.F.M., a Fran- ciscan friar stationed at St. Anthony's Parish in Streator, Illinois. The two- day retreat featured a folk song Mass, Bible services, and discussion groups along with the regular schedule of conferences, daily Mass, and rosary. The academy retreat, scheduled imme- diately after the end of the first semes- ter, followed much the same schedule as the college retreat. Reverend Robert Perry, O.P. conducted the retreat for juniors and seniors while Reverend Kent Hodgson, O.P. guided the under- classmen. James McKiernan, Father Wald- schmidt, and Anthony Vercellone look over the college retreat schedule. Father Harold sprinkles ashes on Tim Rucinski's forehead during the Ash Wednes- day service. The beginning of Lent was commemorated by a concelebrated Mass offered by Abbot Lawrence and the priests of the abbey. Mike Birtcher and Joe Ennenbach meet with Father Hodgsen and Father Perry, academy retreat directors. 16 Father Augustine is one of Wayne Paprocki's favorite customers at the food booth. Mission Bazaar A Huge Success St. Bede's annual charity event, the Mission Bazaar, resulted in a large turnout in the gymnasium and a gift of over SI500 for the Missions. The bazaar, long a traditional highlight of the school year, was again under the direc- tion of the student chaplain Father Charles. College sopho- more John Mennella served as chairman for the bazaar, which was characterized by the eager spirit of co-operation in all the departments of the school. The January 9 event featured the addition of booths from the science club and the student council as more students than ever pitched in to make the Mis- sion Bazaar a huge success. As Pat Fee- looks on, Father Hugh tries his luck at Base-Bowl. 1 1 17 New Teachers And Speakers Mrs. Robert Bean, first woman teacher at St. Bede, checks the work of two of her tvDina students William .., , w, , Bean returned to the St. Bede scene a, the beginning of the second semester, after two and a Mf year bsencl JameS Wcl,Wtt- Mr ’ Four new teachers joined the St. Bede teaching staff this year. The language department was the big winner, as Mrs. Frank Gorham, Mrs. Richard Birkenbeuel and Father Harold Datzman, O.S.B. joined the de- partments ranks, teaching Spanish, English and Latin respectively. Hardly a stranger to St. Bede, Mrs. Robert Bean, typing instructor, took the place of Mrs. Ronald Kuffel who left due to the expected arrival of her sixth child. Mrs. Bean had previously taught at St. Bede being the first woman teacher of the school. Three of St. Bede’s latest additions to the faculty are Father Harold Datzman, O.S.B., Mrs. Frank Gor- ham and Mrs. Richard Birken- beuel. Supplement Education Rick Wilson and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wilson, listen to Father Roman Galiardi, O.S.B. explain the requirements of St. Procopius College on College Day. College Day, Sunday, September 26 saw twenty-two colleges and uni- versities send representatives to explain each school's curric- ulum, cost and requirements. , I I a Wr«-c rh week of October 15 when guest speakers from the world of journalism discussed their vocation dXhXdS Here Frank Merk” Metzinger. sports editor of the La Salle Daily News Tribune talks wtth Cratg Bickham, Dave Haskins and Jim Vallero. 19 Prom St. Ambrose College came the 39 member St. Ambrose choral group who entertained the students with a repertoire of folk, classical and popular songs during an assembly January 31. Johnny Boyd, famed Indianapolis racing veteran, discusses a point of driver safety with Father Harold. Mr. Boyd represented the award winning Champion Highway Safety Program at St. Bede October 15. Upperclassmen learned the extent of their military obligations on Military Day, February 21, when they were addressed by representatives of four branches of the armed forces, Sgt. Jack Duguid, U.S. Air Force; Sgt. Carl Anderson,U.S. Marines; Chief Petty Officer Robert Bachman, U.S. Navy; and Sgt. Robert Williamson, U.S. Army. Assemblies Round Out School Year Chuck Mueller and Mike Smith discuss the Airman's Exam, administered to the seniors October 7, with TSGT. Roger A. Ewers and SSGT. Russell S. Terrell. Assemblies during the year ran the gamut from education to entertainment as the student body gathered periodically to hear various speakers or programs. Choral groups, driver safety and military ob- ligations were among the featured high- lights of the assembly series. Seniors tested their mechanical, elec- tronical, chemical and professional ap- titudes by taking the Airman Qualifying Exam administered by two representatives of the United States Air Force on October 7. 21 Freshmen toured the Hennepin Power Plant September 22 and 23. William Schopp and Kevin Haley meet with Mr. David Reyes-Guerra, state director of the JE TS, who presented the science club with two government surplus gyroscopes. Class Trips Two groups of Freshmen made the traditional trip to Hennepin Septem- ber 22 and 23, touring the Illinois Power Plant located there. The power plant, one of the four owned and operated by the Illinois Power Com- pany, is part of a complex of plants which provides electrical power to one fourth of Illinois. The birth of the St. Bede JETS was foreshadowed on October 6 when Mr. David Reyes-Guerra, State Di- rector of the Junior Engineering Technical Society, spoke to the Bedey Beaker Breakers and en- couraged them to form a chapter of the society at St. Bede. Mr. John Barron, inventor of the Photo-Electronic Engraver, explains some of its features to William Iobiasz, Stephen Schnorr, James Lund, and James Welgatt. Impart Important Insights Members of Father Raymond's jour- nalism class got a first hand view of the “live” production of a modern daily newspaper when they toured the plant of the “LaSalle Daily News-Tribune.” Over thirty students visited the plant and gained valuable insight into the workings of the American press. The tour included such points of inter- est as the press room, the printing depart- ment, and the photo-lathe room, as the young journalists witnessed each step of the process of putting the paper to- gether. Robert Skowronski listens as Mr. Barron illustrates one of the “News-Tribune's” printing procedures. 23 Mrs. Ley don Gives Popular Concert Mrs. Joseph Leydon, accompanied by pianist Bradley Dirks, presented a concert of contemporary and classical music November 22. Mrs. Joseph Leydon, whose performance two years before had been enthusiastically re- ceived by the student body, returned to St. Bede November 22 to give another well received concert. Sponsored by Father Placid and the Genesians, Mrs. Leydon, a talented soprano vocalist from Spring Valley, sang a variety of numbers ranging from the works of Puccini to Gershwin. Accompanied by guitarist Thomas Wessels and pianist Bradley Dirks, Mrs. Leydon be- gan her concert with a note from Broadway, “People.” After a lapse into contemporary folk music, Mrs. Leydon next offered a religious theme To the Queen of Heaven. After two classical arias, Mrs. Leydon dipped again into her Broadway show tune repertoire for her closing num- bers. But thunderous applause demanded her last encore, the moving “Summertime” from “Porgy and Bess. Winter brings a change of pace, activity-wise, on campus. Foot- balls and baseball gloves are put aside and the boarders take to the ice or to the snowy slopes for either skating or tobogganing. With the flooding of the tennis courts, hockey staged a quick revival with the college men and upperclassmen being the most enthusiastic participants. 24 With the coming of winter the grounds west of the tennis courts were flooded to give the boarders an expansive area for skating. Rough and tumble hockey was a part of the collegians more vigorous after school activities. Black Watch And Magicians Fans at the December 18 St. Bede Invitational Tournament were treated to a display of marching finesse when the Black Watch Color Guard ap- peared. This all-girl drill unit from the local area, performed at half-time of the St. Bede-Mendota game. This recently organized group is patterned after the famous Scottish regiment, the Black Watch. Under the direction of Mr. Charles Beckner and Mr. Wayne Howarth, color guard sergeant Naldyne Kotecki led the 17 girl Black Watch through its maneuvers. Over 800 basketball fans were en- tertained the night of February 6 when the Harlem Magicians took the LaSalle Daily News Tribune team in a freewheeling contest replete with clowning antics as well as basketball finesse. The Magicians, after four rol- licking quarters of basketball tom- foolery, emerged triumphant over the News-Tribune 81-71, closing the game with a forty-foot, behind-the- back field goal by Bob “Trick” Woods. 26 Entertain Bruin Basketball Fans Trick” Woods, Magicians’ number one showman, notched 29 points, including a behind-the-back buck- et in the closing seconds, in the Magicians’ 81-71 win. Overhead set shot artist Josh Grider was a big scorer in the Harlem Magician-News Tribune tilt. Science Fair Proves Successful Science took precedence at St. Bede Sunday February 27 when the ninth annual science fair presented a wide sampling of projects from the fields of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and the various sciences. Of these, eleven were judged to be “outstanding thus qualifying for a berth in the regional science fair held in DeKalb. Organized by the Bedey Beaker Breakers, the format of the 1966 Science Fair was closely patterned after the 1965 Fair which sent thirteen representatives to the DeKalb District Fair, three of whom eventually ar- rived at the state finals in Champaign. Judges for the fair were selected from among the teachers and industrial scientists of the area. John Luppens, James Zmudka, George Pyrz and Steven Nemeth all qualified for the DeKalb Dis- trict Fair with their outstanding” chemistry projects. Michael Martin and Norman Raffety explain their outstanding project to the onlookers Nick Chiaradonna and Paul Berens both of whom also earned berths at DeKalb. INORGANIC 8arlUm Thlocyanate SYNTHESIS ( Tellurium 28 Senior physics students who qualified for the DeKalb District Fair were Peter Navin, Leslie Dewes, and James Wojciechowski. 29 Death Visits Abbey And College FREDERICK A. MALA VOLTI Academy Class of 1964 Junior College Class 1966 Faculty and students of St. Bede were visibly stunned the morning of October 22, to learn that college sophomore Frederick Malavolti had been killed in an auto accident on his way to school. Son of Mr. and Mrs. George Malavolti of Hennepin, Fred was an academy graduate of the class of '64 and had been a stu- dent in the junior college for the past two years with an en- gineering career in mind. Respected by students and teachers alike during his stay at St. Bede, Fred distinguished him- self scholastically and was ac- tive in school affairs having been a member of the football team, the track squad, the tennis team and the band. Fred was also a member of the Via Baeda staff during his high school years. REV. LOUIS FLAHERTY, O.S.B. 1913-1965 Ordained: June 8, 1941 Death visited the monastery September 8 when the sudden, unexpected death of Reverend Louis Flaherty, O.S.B., shocked all of St. Bede. Father Louis ap- parently had been enjoying ro- bust, good health and was only fifty-one years of age. Ordained to the priesthood in 1941, Father Louis served in parishes in Chicago, Rockdale and Ladd and also taught a num- ber of classes in the Academy. From 1944 to 1946, Father Louis worked for God and his country as a Navy chaplain on duty in the Pacific area. Preaching was Father Louis’s pride and joy as his powerful sermons stirred congregations throughout the Midwest. Father's zeal in carrying out his priestly duties will serve as a model for his confereres who fondly remember him. 30 Bishop Franz Attends Vatican II After 16 years as rector of Im- maculate Conception Cathedral in Springfield, Bishop John Baptist Franz was appointed first bishop of Dodge City in 1951. He remained here until he was named fifth bishop of Peoria on August 12, 1959. Bishop Franz begins his fifteenth year of episcopal practice. After his grade school years at St. Peter and Paul’s Parish, Springfield, the present bishop attended high school and col- lege at St. Francis College in Quincy. In September, 1917, he entered Kenrick Seminary near St. Louis, Missouri, and was or- dained by the late Archbishop John Glennon on June 13, 1920. Between the years 1920 and 1935, he served as chaplain of St. Teresa’s Academy in Deca- tur; attended Catholic Univer- sity in Washington, D.C. to pre- pare for his future work as a mission preacher; directed a fund drive for the construction of the new Immaculate Con- ception Cathedral in Springfield; and served as pastor of St. Mary’s Parish, Farmersville. Other diocesan positions held by him in past years include di- rector of the Priest's Eucharistic League, Officialis” of the matri- monial court, and diocesan con- suitor and moderator of the diocesan clergy conference. This past year Bishop Franz has been busy attend- ing sessions of the Vatican Council II in Vatican City. 31 THE MOST REVEREND JOHN B. FRANZ Brothers Perform Important Tasks Unfamiliar to the students for they are rarely in contact with them, the Brothers make the physical apparatus of both the monastery and the school func- tion. The Brothers are often seen laboring on the farm, in the print shop and doing the maintenance work. Besides their manual labor, the Brothers say the Divine Of- fice in English in the morning, afternoon and evening. More- over, they have the oppor- tunity of assisting the priests in celebrating Mass. Brother Thaddeus Bradner, butch- er for the abbey, prepares the meat for the day’s meal. Brother Vincent Erlacher, an avid White Sox fan, measures cloth for a habit in his role as abbey tailor. 32 Cleaning up after the noon meal, Sisters Germana, Lidia and Fiorina hurry to keep up with the automatic dishwasher. Sisters Share Work Load Sister Theresa adds fresh slices to the bread basket. Full day of work and prayer begins for the housekeepers” (the Carmelite Sisters) of St. Bede at 5:30, when they arise to say prayers in common and to participate in the Mass in the convent chapel. Arriving from Mexico in 1951, the Sisters were given the duties of cooking meals for both the monastery and the school. Other duties for the Sisters are com- prised of doing the monastery laundry and baking the bread, pies and cakes. 33 It’s no fun to work till two in the morning on a term paper, and no one ever enjoyed locking himself in his room to cram for a phys- ics test. But in the course of struggling with Cicero and meeting the intricacies of algebra head on, the student learns that the path to knowledge runs ever rocky. St. Bede wants it that way. If the curriculum is ever challenging, if it ever stim- ulates the mind or stretches the imagination, then there is a real value to the term papers, the semester exams, the science projects and the study. And there is a little more meaning to the pro- cess of learning. Spanish students learn the culture as well as the language of Spain. Lawrence Heraty demonstrates some of the techniques of bull fighting as Patrick Cox dictates an explanation into the tape re- coi ’ Languages Increase To Five Throughout the school year, Father George supplemented his French class-with visual aids. Tom Frasor,Jim Langham and Tom Peterson demonstrate a few of the aids. Ranging from classical Latin and Greek to contemporary French, German and Spanish, the curriculum offered by the language department aimed at broadening the student's cultural horizons. At the same time the department endeavored develop- ing latent abilities to digest and express ideas in a for- eign tongue. This year the curriculim was bolstered by the added third year German and second year of French. For the first year two Spanish courses were offered in the academy. Latin remained a four year course, while Greek was restricted to college students. Most of the teaching emphasis was placed on pattern practice and oral techniques, rather than translation of written passages alone. Audio and visual aids were widely used, especially in the modern language courses. As Father Hugh translates the Latin narrative, students Mike- Stout, Tim Graham and George Pyrz follow along in the book. English Permeates All Subjects John Maher recites the poem,jojjer jockey as the class listens attentively. John's work was a parady of Lewis Carroll's poem. Jobber Wocky . Faced by the college emphasis on rhetoric, St. Bede gears its English courses to prepare stu- dents to cope with college-level grammar and literature. All classes are constructed around these two major facets. Freshmen and sophomores learn the basic rudiments such as the meaning and use of words and their relationship to sen- tence construction. Students also read selected short stories, novels and plays written by well- known authors. Juniors read exclusively from their textbooks about the be- ginnings of American literature to the contemporary prose. Seniors explore English litera- ture by such men as Geoffrey Chaucer, Longfellow and Shake- speare. Along with this, they practice rhetorical skills. On the whole, St. Bede offers a compact and interesting study of the English language. 38 Senior day student Charles Mueller reads through one of the books assigned to his senior English class by Father Allen. Robert Savage points out the error in the main verb to fellow-classmate, Joe Oscepinski. Bookkeeping assignments man- aged to keep everybody in the course busy. Greg Basalay struggles with credits and debits to balance his accounts. Typing and business training are offered to those academy students who seriously consider entering the world of business. Accounting is a part of the junior curriculum for those students who plan to major in commerce and business administration. The central objective of these courses is to educate men capable of directing and conducting busi- ness and economic affairs. Stress is placed on the intellectual competence needed for the appraisal of business and economic situations. Real challenges for those taking typing were the speed tests. Timothy O'Rourke strug- gles to reduce his time and keep down his mistakes. Training Develops Business Skills Terry Orlandi expounds a particular aspect of the commercial world. During the first semester, each member of the business training class was required to give a talk on current business interests. 41 Religion Conforms To The 42 Bill Ogrin and Mike Welgat read the Bible in the sophomore religion class. Spirit Of Vatican II Father John answers a question asked by Paul Koyak in his senior religion class. In line with the principles of the Vatican Council, the religion department sought to re-evaluate and improve its curriculum. Con- sequently, the department pre- sented an up-dated course of study emphasizing the work of Vatican II, the liturgical renewal and the latest concepts of scriptural interpretation. Freshmen studied the Bible in the light of history, literary form, and church traditions. Sopho- mores branched into an examina- tion of the liturgy which in- cluded Biblical and theological analysis of Catholic worship. While the underclassmen fo- cused their attention on the basic principles of their faith, the upperclass divisions con- tinued with more advanced studies. Juniors grappled with the metaphysical nature of God and man, as Thomistic principles were discussed, debated and digested. Seniors examined the apologetic aspects of Christian theology during the first semester and concentrated on the Christian ideals of marriage during the second semester. 43 44 Over the years the courses offered by the mathematics department have been highly rated. Most of the students in the academy take at least three years of math. The college math courses are likewise well re- ceived by the students. The courses combine a knowl- edge of the history and theory of the number system along with a facility in mathematical skills. Freshmen and sophomores study algebra and geometry respec- tively, while juniors are offered advanced algebra and trigo- nometry. College algebra and analytic geometry are available for seniors. College men have a variety of advanced math courses to choose from. The higher divisions of fresh- men algebra and sophomore geometry study the concepts of set theory intrinsic to the “new math”. Equal sides and congruent triangles are part of the problem which John Harth, Richard Kelps and Wayne Fenza try to solve in geometry class. Modern Math Sets Larry Salcedo explains a problem in college mathematics to John Fin- len. College men found that Father Gordian's class presented a vast nunber of intricately designed equations. The Pace This year saw the freshmen exploring the realm of modern math. Mike Kaiser, Mike Men- ton and Tom Hankey ponder the theorem determining the hypotenuse of a right triangle. 45 Social Studies Offer Knowledge Of In United States government class Sister Janice and members of the class page through the latest issue of Senior Scholastic. Kenneth Steiner points out the interest of the gross national product to James McKiernan in college economics. 46 Others Through Oneself Social studies give the student insight into problems of other lands and other areas, as well as providing him with a thorough knowledge of his own country's history and government. Courses are included on all levels, high school and college, so that a wide range of subjects are available. Ancient history is offered to freshmen, while sophomores may take either world history or modern history. United States history is a required study for juniors with United Statesgovern- ment and economics rounding out the social science curriculum for the seniors. College courses include modern history and economics; their level of study, however, is considerably higher than the academy’s. Many of the courses require term papers and book reports as part of the study program. Thus, the student manages to keep abreast of the current historical and sociological trends. As a measurement of the general knowledge of the students, the history department supervises the giving of the TIME magazine current events test. Richard Johnson emphasizes a particular point of United States history. The second semester term paper, a course requirement, proved a tough assignment for many in the class. 47 P.E. Answers Physical Demands Mechanical drawing trains col- lege men in the precision needed for accurately reproducing de- tailed blueprints and diagrams. This course consists of ac- quainting class members with the techniques of mechanical drawing as well as some of the functions of design. Students who possess a pro- pensity toward writing can find an outlet for this bent in jour- nalism class. Most of the members of the class are involved in one of the student publications, either the Records, the Bedan Bruit or the Via Baeda. Faced by a seemingly baffling blueprint, John Finlen and Brian Carr make use of their rulers, compasses and triangles to solve this problem of mechanical drawing. Over the shoulders of Marty Vandiver, journalism students, Jim Vallero, Bob Skowronski and Tom Wenskunas scan the Chicago Tribune for examples of journalistic skill. Robert Ori prepares to receive the pass fron center as Galo Arends streaks down the field. Physical education classes pro- vide an opportunity to relieve the pressures of study with vigorous physical activity. Fleet football and baseball are in vogue when weather permits outdoor classes, while volleyball and basketball take priority when class shifts to the gymnasium. There is always time for physi- cal conditioning. Intensive run- ning and calisthenics manage to keep the students in fairly good shape. For variety, the pool offers multiple opportunities for strenuous workouts. Coach Donald Wyzgowski leads his physical education class through a knee-bending exercise. 49 Students Get A Liberal Education Mr. Arthur Blocher attempts to teach Edward Miller the art of playing the trombone. Father Owen’s philosophy class busily takes notes while he lectures. 50 Probing the secrets of chemistry through the scientific method, Father Bernard's chemistry study course offered a real challenge to the juniors. Michael Sonnenberg and John Tieman learn by doing as they experiment with the filtration process. Saint Bede’s curriculum at- tempts to lay a foundation for scholarship by providing a liberal course of studies integrated by careful attention to the princi- ples of scholastic philosophy and theology. In line with this policy, courses in music, art, and philosophy are offered to students of the college and academy. Each course offered in philoso- phy is founded upon the sound basis of the scholastic tradition. Presentation of the general view of philosophic history and thought is followed by a more detailed investigation of various fields of human knowledge. The art class consists of a survey of artistic modes along with a study of the history, theory, and techniques of art and artists. Music is examined in a scholarly light in the college, while lessons in various instruments are given in the academy. As the world of science makes seemingly greater strides each day, the student and teacher are often hard pressed to keep up with the trends of the day. At the elementary level, fresh- men learn the basic natural and physical sciences, obtaining a solid basis for later study. Sopho- mores study the life processes in biology, discovering the mys- teries of enzymes and the DNA molecule. In the upperclass divisions juniors can specialize in chemistry and test their chemical skills in the annual science fair. Seniors are the physicists of the academy, as the high school physics course covers thoroughly the concepts of mechanics, heat, light and electricity. Juniors and seniors can realize their practical ambi- tions in the two year agri- cultural course. While the college curriculum includes the same courses as the high school, the college men ex- plore their fields more compre- hensively. Biology, chemistry and physics all serve to fur- ther the scientific interests of the collegians. 51 Science Studies The Secrets of Nature During a biology experiment, Sister Lisa Ann takes notes while Sister Theresa peers at bacteria through a microscope. Seniors Guy Hewitt and Gregory Philipaitis perform an experiment on the moment of a force applied on a lever arm in physics class while other class members judge the success of the demonstration. 52 Mark Speichert’s model gives a clear presentation of the bovine anatomy to Father Benedicts agriculture class. Each member of the class was required to do a special project or report on perti- nent course material. To make a poem; to portray an emotion; to think, act, speak, and write creatively; to lead a student body from a warped, cig- arette-scarred table: extra- curricular activities offer the individual the oppor- tunity to extend himself and his abilities in a world of student interest and student responsibility. Those who excel in this world are distinguished, not only by the honors they have achieved, but also by the satisfaction they acquire from their contribution to their own particular society. Scholars, athletes, and leaders all earn their plaudits over the course of the year. Enthusiasm for the fledgling student council ran high during the spring of ’65 when “Push; Week heralded the coming of] the council with bands, as-1 semblies, speeches, and mam- moth signs. First S.B.A.S.C. Plunging headfirst into the mainstream of school activities, St. Bede's fledgling student council took on a heavy load of work during the first year of operation. Under president Rob- ert Speltz and S.B.A.S.C. of- ficers James McElligott, Joseph LaRocque, and Charles Mueller, the council probed pressing school problems like day student- boarder unity and the bus situa- tion. Council projects covered academic and extracurricular needs as the tutoring program, the swimming class, and the school tool chest were all well received by the student body. Homecoming was perhaps the most spectacular of all student council projects with the council assuming full responsibility of the traditional event. Student council-sponsored sock hops quickly swept into school-wide popularity. Assumes School Problems Student council officers and adviser confer with Father Arthur: Joseph LaRocque, secretary; Charles Mueller, treasurer. Father 1 imothy, faculty adviser; Robert Speltz, president; James McElligott, vice-president. Father Bernard, kitchen manager of the school, discusses problems in preparing and serving the students’ meals at the council-sponsored Food Forum. 57 New Editor Continues Joseph Rhodes checks his story with William Balestri, George Kapacinskas and Mark Smith. New editors, new features, new policies were keynotes of the St. Bede Records during the 1965-66 school year. In his first year at the Records helm, editor-in-chief David Loebach laid down concrete objec- tives for the paper in his efforts to make the Records more meaningful in the students' lives. Editorials covered a wide range of topics, delving into problems of education, religion and current Bedan events. The fine arts, at home and abroad, were reviewed in the stimulating Cosmos , while “Off the Line provided an over- view of sports on the state and local scene. Climaxing a number of fine awards, the Records was awarded its ninth consecutive “All Catholic” rating by the Catholic School Press Association. Readying publication of the next Records issue, Joseph Janz, Raymond Benoit, John Foley, Edward Reardon and Richard Johnson check both photography and copy. 58 Records “All Catholic” Rating Editor-in-Chief David Loebach briefs his staff of reporters: Standing: Thomas Wenskunas, Paul Berens, Timothy Tyrrell, Michael Martin, Jeffrey Toraason and Thomas Sheehan. Sitting: David Haskins, Gabriel McConnell, Francis Borkowsky, Paul Koyak, Joseph LaRocque, David Pakula and Michael Stacy. Records editorial staff and adviser check the layout of the next edition: Richard Verucchi, Kenneth Becker, David Loebach, Father Gabriel, Gary Gallagher and Raymond Bauer. RECORDS STAFF Editor-in-Chief.....................David Loebach Faculty Adviser . Rev. Gabriel Bullock, O.S.B. Alumni Editor .... Rev. Bede Russell, O.S.B. News Editor.................Raymond Bauer Sport Editor......................Richard Verucchi Feature Editor.......................Gary Gallagher Photo Editor.............Kenneth Becker Staff Artist........................James Locke Editorial Assistant......Richard Johnson Business Manager.....................John Foley Circulation........................Thomas Pechauer 59 PERCUSSION SECTION OF THE BAND: Paul Kinsella, Philip C Band Looks To Mr. Arthur Blocher, Band Director BRASS SECTION - Front Row: Robert Schneidereit, Stephen Hoefer, Joseph Rhodes, Timothy Mulvany. Third Row: Thomas Schnorr, Timothy Rhodes, Andrew Dubach, James Dutkiewicz, Tyrrell, Michael Slusarek, Edward Miller, William Schroer, Thomas Schroer. Second Row: Larry Snyder, Paul Biolchini, Michael James Downey, Robert Mallinger. 60 leranjohn Haas, Richard Bibula, Gerald Bast, Robert Rothenberger, David Flaherty. Highlights of the St. Bede Band’s activities were its holiday concert in December and its spring concert in May. Music provided at all home football and basketball games with the band performing marching maneuvers at halftime of the Homecoming contest. For the second consecutive year, the band entered state com- petition at LaSalle-Peru, March 11. A number of ensembles and solos were sent to the same con- test center in April. State Contests REED SECTION - Front Rou: Michael Callan, Gary Puetz, Greg- ory Philipaitis, David Urban, Peter Navin, Robert Speltz. Second Rou : William Kilarski, Charles Stout, Gary Mattingly, J. Michael Smith, Paul Berens. Third Rou: William Zawacki, John Cheslic, Alan Yerly.Ted Cully, Michael Smith, Edward Novak. 61 1966 Staff Maintains High Reputation VIA BAEDA STAFF Freshman proofreaders, David Haas, Michael Kaiser and Michael Boyle checked each bit of copy carefully before it was shipped to the publisher. Robert Langham, Michael Martin, John Ennenbach and Gilbert Meyer, business staff of the Via Raeda, were responsible for subscribing patrons for the advertising section. Co-Editors...........Patrick Weiher Thomas Schroer Copy Editor .... James McElligott Photographers . . Gregory Haas Michael Schlipmann Typist...........Timothy Rucinski Copy Writer......Timothy O’Rourke Proofreaders...........David Haas Michael Kaiser Michael Boyle Advertising Staff . . . Gilbert Meyer Robert Langham John Ennenbach Michael Martin 62 Putting out a yearbook involves a little more than just making deadlines. It means giving up weekends at home or town; and it means spending lots of time working with pictures, layout mats, and copy. Pat Weiher and Tom Schroer know after spending nine months as co-editors of the Via Baeda. They checked copy with Jay McElligott, planned pictures with Greg Haas and Mike Schlipmann, drew up layouts with Tim Ru- cinski, and plotted those inevi- table deadlines with the year- book's ramrod moderator Father Henry. Following in the footsteps of the “All American” 1965 Via Baeda, which was edited by David Ritterbusch and Michael Hollerich and which earned top honors from every rating service which received it, the 1966 Via Baeda staff worked towards creating a distinctive and person- able book. Gregory Haas, Timothy Rucinski, Timo- thy O'Rourke and Michael Schlipmann formed the core of the Via Baeda’s pro- duction staff. Copy editor James McElligott and co-editors Patrick Weiher and Thomas Schroer planned each phase of the '66 Via Baeda. 63 In a tense scene from A Hatful of Rain Johnny Pope (Michael VanDaele) struggles to tell his wife Celia (Kathern Baldini) about his drug addiction. Gripped in the agonizing pain of withdrawal, Johnny In one of the Genesians lighter offerings, The Still seeks comfort in the arms of his father (Eugene Ptak) as Alarm, comic firemen Joseph Klepczarek and Fred brother Polo (Peter Gericke) looks on with anguish. Steinbach search for a fire to put out. Bedan Dramatists Busy “Dramatis personae of St. Bede found an outlet for their talent in the ranks of the Gene- sians, who sponsored two full length plays, numerous skits and a number of excursions to see dramatic performances in Chica- go and the local area. Hatful of Rain, a tense drama depicting the pathos of a young dope addict, was presented December 10 and 12 and starred Michael VanDaele, Kathleen Baldini, Peter Gericke and Eugene Ptak. Michael Gazzo's adult drama was performed with realism and intensity, and many regarded the production as the finest play presented at St. Bede in many years. The Genesians' spring play was in a lighter vein as the drama club presented the comedy “You Can't Take It With You.” Johnny stares at the un he couldn't brinj� himself to use as Polo consoles his addict brother. 65 Bedan Bruit In Second Year Entering into its second year of existence the Bedcni Bruit staff aimed at expanding its coverage of St. Bede events through in- creased use of photographs and feature stories. Each edition of the weekly supplement of “The Daily News-Tribune was care- fully planned by faculty adviser Father Raymond, editor-in-chief Peter Navin and co-editors James McElligott and David Liesse. Combiningthe tongue-in- cheek humor of “Campus Ca- pers with the academic-based insight of “Class Capades”, the Bruit provided a well rounded view of the St. Bede student in and out of the classroom. Bruit co-editors David Ucsse and James McElligott review old copies of the “Teen Trib” with editor-in-chief Peter Navin. Photographers Gregory Haas and Bernard Boudreau and writers Thomas Donnelly and John Brennan added life to the '65- 66 editions of the Bedan Bruit. JETS Is Added To BBB Bedey Beaker Breakers, the men with the fascinating name and the inquisitive best for biology, chem- istry, physics and the like, are the acknowledged scientists of St. Bede. Their semi-weekly meetings feature speakers from the worlds of elec- tronics, medicine, physiology and other stimulating scientific fields. President James Wojciechowski and faculty moderator Father Ber- nard planned the club's activities as the science club sponsored the sale of paperbacked books and made a number of trips throughout the year to see points of scientific in- terest in and around the area. Engendered by engineering buffs among the Bedey Beaker Breakers, the JETS, or Junior Engineering Technical Society, began its first year at St. Bede with an enthusi- astic group of backers. President James Wojciechowski was the chief organizer of the JETS, whose pro- gram consisted of lecture series similar to the science club’s. JETS officers Nickola Chiaradonna, vice-president; Daniel Withrow, secretary; James Wojciechowski, president; and Michael Kaiser, treasur- er check the scientific basis for one of the JETS' projects. As officers of the Bedey Beaker Breakers, Kevin Kelly, secretary; Daniel Withrow, vice-president; James Wojciechowski, president; and Patrick Brandow, treasurer take a keen interest in experimental science. Mr. John Giordano, science club speaker, and Father Bernard, science club moderator, discuss a point of scientific interest. 67 Men’s Club Shows Steady Interest Vitally interested in the aca- demic and extracurricular ac- tivities of St. Bede and Friends has proven to be one of the school’s staunchest supporters. Under the direction of their officers, the members of the Men's Club sponsored numerous projects throughout the year. During the summer the tradition- al alumni picnic was held on the grounds of the athletic field. On Homecoming weekend the Asso- ciation sponsored the Home- coming Glow and the Alumni- Get-Together following the game. The Dad's Night football game and the Parents Night bas- ketball game were also under their direction. This spring the Men's Club honored Bedan ath- letes at the All Sports Banquet. In addition, the men of the As- sociation took tickets at the sporting events. Mr. John Basalay guides the halftime rush during a Bruin basketball game. Men's club members served as ticket-takers for all the athletic contests. Officers of Association of Alumni and Friends are Mr. George Hayden, treasurer; Mr. Donald Hayden, president; Mr. Joseph Storey, vice- president; and Mr. William Barron, secretary. Mothers’ Club Sponsors Various Activities Father Owen, Mothers' Club moderator, chats with three members of the club, Mrs. William Zomboracz, president; Mrs. Martin Manning, secretary; and Mrs. William Hollerich, chairman for the Fathers' Night program. Mothers' Club members treated their husbands to dinner at the February 13 Fathers' Night. Students and faculty of St. Bede are fortunate in having an organization such as the Mothers’ Club supporting school func- tions. Interest and action are the watchwords of this spirited or- ganization which keeps as its highest objective the improve- ment of parent-faculty commun- ications. The Roast Beef Dinner, Fa- thers’ Night, the bake sale, the Christmas Party, Recollection Day and the spring Card Party, all sponsored by the Mothers' Club, were some of the memor- able highlights of the school calendar. Mrs. John Robich, Mrs. Anthony Mertel and Mrs. Walter Meyer, co-chairmen of the annual Spring Card Party and Bazaar, discuss de- tails of this gala affair. 69 Extracurricular Exams Valuable Father David congratulates David Piccioli and James Downey, recipients of certifi- cates of merit in the Time” magazine test, and John Foley, recipient of a certifi- cate of excellence in the same test. As a parallel means of judging scholarships, a wide variety of tests is offered to support what a student’s grades may suggest. The “Time” magazine test probes knowledge of current affairs while the ACT, SAT, NEDT and National Merit tests measure college aptitude and achieve- ment. In early November seniors take the exams given out by the American College Testing pro- gram. This year nine Bedan seniors were named semi-finalists by the Illinois State Scholarship Commission as a result of their scores. The National Merit Qualifying Test is given to students in the spring of their junior year. This year senior James McElligott was named a semi-finalist and John Foley was awarded a letter of commendation as a result of their performance on the test. 70 Father Allen meets with the win- ners of the VFW essay contest, Peter Navin, second place; Sister Colleen, first place; and Michael Sonnenberg, third place. Father Arthur congratulates James Mc- Elligott, semi-finalist, and John Foley, recipient of a letter of commendation, on their performance on the National Merit QualifyingTest. St. Bede's Illinois State Scholarship semi-finalists were-Siiting: David Liesse, James McElligott, Michael Smith, and Peter Navin. Standing:John Foley, William Wrobel, Joseph Hnnenbach, James Strothmann, and Daniel McKeon. For the third consecutive year, St. Bede sent a team of five senior scholars to the Senior Bowl in Streator, a question-and-answer type program resembling the College Bowl of television fame. As in the previous year, the St. Bede team was beaten in the semi-final round by a team of scholars from Lincoln, who went on to eventually take first place in the field of twenty-five schools. The nineteenth annual “Voice of Democracy” essay contest sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars was won by Sister Mary Colleen, a postulant from St. Margaret’s Hospital and a junior at St. Bede Academy. Sister went on to place third at the LaSalle-Peru trial and tenth at the District Contest in Peoria. St. Bede’s team of scholars which represented the school at the Senior Bowl meet with their coach Mr. Gordon Milhone. Sitting: James McElligott, Michael Smith, and Peter Navin. Standing: James Wojciechowski and James Strothmann. Seven of the fourteen top rank- ing seniors gather in the libra- ry- At table: William Wrobel, Peter Navin, Joseph Ennenbach, and James Wojciechowski; At reading stand: Joseph LaRocque, John Foley, and Raymond Bauer. sophomore class was most pro- lific in its honor roll students. Particularly diligent students are rewarded by berths on the merit roll, which is reserved for those students who receive all T’s on their six weeks reports. Basis for these marks are the number grades by which teachers rate students' application and deportment. These seven seniors are among the top fifteen percent of their class. Standing: James Strothmann, Daniel McKeon, and John S. Duncan. Sitting: Leslie Dewes, Michael Smith, James McEUigott, and Martin Vandiver. Students realize their academic aims in making the honor roll which is posted at the end of each six weeks marking period. Requirements for the honor roll demand that a student maintain a “B average in his academic work for each particular marking period. As a rule, about ten percent of a class generally place on the honor roll. As a class, this year's fourteen scholars in the junior class are Sitting: George Pyrz, Michael Martin, and Richard Johnson. Standing: Michael Kopina, Cornelius Hollerich, Patrick Weiher and Stephen Nemeth. Among the top Norman Raffety, Gary Gallagher, David Freehill and David Ritterbusch are the top three of the college scholastically. Junior honor roll students make use ol the current reading section of the library. Standing: Paul Berens, Ber- nard Feeney, Thomas Schroer and Jeffrey Toraason. Kneel- ing: Michael Poremski and James Zmudka. These eleven sophomores have made the honor roll for the past three semesters. Sitting: Timothy Mulvany, Thomas Krueger, James Wujek, Stephen Wolf, and Gregory Haas. Standing: John Ennenbach, Wayne Fenza, Robert Mallinger, Phillip Fronczke, Dennis Donna, and William Ogrin. Honor roll sophomores meeting in the library die Standing:John Basalayjohn Lally, Donald Mason, David Ries, Ronald Margherio and Larry Snyder. Sitting: David Zborowski, Terry Mertel, Michael Welgat and Mark Toraason. 74 This year's crop of freshmen landed a good many of their number on the honor roll. Standing: David Arbisi, David Bergonia, John Doherty, Michael Janko, William Hollerich, Robert Rothenberger, Richard Szczepaniak. Sitting: Mark Urbanowski, Lawrence Johnson, David Haas, Mark Orlandini. Tutors Help Honor Roll In seeking to boost the scho- lastic prowess of struggling stu- dents, the student council spon- sored a tutoring program as one of their major projects. After lining up tutors, students and a comprehensive schedule for the extra-curricular teaching pro- gram, the program was put into effect during the fourth six weeks period. About twenty college and academy students offered their time as tutors while over sixty students were instructed in the initial phases of the project. Since the overall reaction of those both tutored and tutoring was very favorable to the project, the tutoring system will very like- ly continue on a permanent basis. Other freshmen who made the honor roll wer -Standing: Paul Jadrich, James Downey, Michael Boyle, Richard Marinangeli.John Brennan, and Kevin Conerton. Sitting: William Balestri, Michael Kaiser, and Gary Sale. There are men among the boys at St. Bede. They walk the halls, cheer at football games, offer advice to student actors and writers, and diagram congruent triangles or complex sen- tences on chalk-laden black- boards. They are the faculty of the school, the teachers. They don’t separate the men from the boys at St. Bede. The faculty assumes a multiplicity of roles in the school, teaching, perfecting, administrating, and advising the students. As men among the boys, they set an exam- ple for the pursuit of moral and intellectual virtues. Faculty Administration Increases 78 586 students, 42 teachers and a complex of class rooms, dormi- tories and athletic facilities make up St. Bede. The responsibility of administrating for this concate- nation of people, places and things falls upon the shoulders of four men: Abbott Lawrence Vohs; Father Arthur Schmit, rector of the academy; Father Gordian Stremlau, director of studies for the college; and Father Owen Fredrickson, director of studies for the academy. Under Father Owen and Father Gordian the curriculum of the school has not only expounded in scope and content, but has also undergone a process of critical self-analysis. Valuable additions to the faculty are all in the lan- guage field: Mrs. Frank Gorham, Spanish; Mrs. Richard Birken- beuel, English; and Father Harold Datzman, Latin. As rector, Father Arthur has made many notable contributions to St. Bede. One of Father's main objectives is the increase in stu- dent responsibilities in the school. This objective has been realized to a great extent, primarily in the student council, which was ini- tiated at Father's suggestion and continued through his support. During the past year, many phys- ical improvements have bettered the living and studying conditions of the school. The Rt. Rev. Lawrence Vohs, O.S.B., a native of this area, has been a priest 38 years and an abbot of St. Bede for 24 years. During Abbot Lawrence’s term the Benedictine community has shown a steady increase in num- bers while lands and buildings of the Abbey have similarly been expanded. Although his official visits to the school are rather rare, Father Abbot does preside each year at the honors assembly and other all-school gatherings. RT. REV. LAWRENCE VOHS, O.S.B. Third Abbot of St. Bede Abbey President of St. Bede College and Academy Father Gordian, director of studies for the junior college, checks over the college schedule. Student Responsibilities 244444444444444 4+ | 223 44 4 4 4 M M fc«; { 444444444 « MM {4,4.4«44 A 4 A 4 4 4 4 MY !((4 4 4 4 44 4 4 4 ili 4 ii i ww4 ';'i (iVrrr.v.v.v ,--- ..... £tt,y.v........� ............ U .......... iiiiiijiiiii Father Stephen, registrar of the college and academy, fills out an admittance slip for a tardy Jeff Toraason. Father Owen, academy director of studies, reviews “Trumpet,” Father Arthur, rector and principal of the school, checks forms for the Sheed and Ward's satirical magazine. North Central Association. Business Office Vital To Community Rector and principal of St. Bede College and Academy is Father Arthur Schmit, O.S.B. He acquired his B.A. from St.John's University, Collegeville, Minne- sota, and an M.A. in foreign lan- guages at Georgetown Univer- sity, Washington, D.C., as well as an M.A. in education. Catholic University of America, Washing- ton, D.C. In addition to his administrative duties, Father teaches education in the college and German in the academy. Father Owen Fredrickson, O.S.B., academy director of stud- ies, teaches religion and philos- ophy in the junior college. He earned his B.A. at St. Bede Col- lege and a Ph.D. in philosophy at Catholic University. Father has the added duty of being fac- ulty moderator of the St. Bede Mothers’ Club. Director of studies for the junior college is Father Gordian Stremlau, O.S.B. He received his B.A. from St. Bede College and an M.S. from St. Louis University in physics. This year Father is teaching four mathe- matics courses. As secretary and registrar for the school, Father Stephen Souse, O.S.B., has become a familiar figure to Bedan students. Father gained his B.A. from St. Bede College and merited an S.T.L. in Sacred Scripture from Catholic University. In the business office the finan- cial accounts of all the students, as well as much of the business of the monastery are processed. Brother Joseph and Father Michael watched over the fi- nances of the school under the direction of Father Felix, pro- curator of the abbey. At the conclusion of each meal the business office was usually mobbed by students eager to withdraw money from their spending accounts, or buy tickets to one of the Bruin athletic con- tests. With this multiple array of services, the business office proves to be a vital center for Bedan students. Brother Joseph Fredrickson, O.S.B., computates the various accounts of the students as Brother Mark Lauer, O.S.B., assists him Phil Barlage looks over his spend- ing account with cashier, Father Michael Callahan, O.S.B. Father Felix Lopatka, O.S.B., pro- curator, jots down notations into the daily journal. r '- - St. Bede Attracts New Teachers 82 This year saw two new women faculty members brighten the St. Bede scene. One of these is Mrs. Robert Birkenbeuel, who comes to St. Bede from one year teaching at Trinity High School, Bloomington. Mrs. Birkenbeuel earned her B.A. at Illinois State University. She teaches English in the academy. Second of the school’s new women instructors is Mrs. Frank Gorham who teaches two Spanish classes in the academy. After receiving her B.A. from Rosary College and completing graduate studies at the University of Ari- zona, Mrs. Gorham taught at Morris Junior High School. Father Augustine Cima,O.S.B., instructs college students in eco- nomics and prefects senior day students in the academy. Father earned his B.A. at St. Bede Col- lege and merited his M.A. at the University of Notre Dame. Gene Ptak gets Mrs. Gorham's first impressions of St. Bede as they both review the latest notices on the main bulletin board. One of the most common sights on campus was that of Father Augustine taking his daily walk. Mr. John Elwell received his M.B.A. from Bradley Univer- sity, Peoria. In his second year at St. Bede, Mr. Ewell teaches business training to the academy students and accounting to the college men. Mr. John Elwell enjoys an after-school conversation in the Shack” with Tom Sheehan. Mrs. Richard Birkenbeuel chats with her brother, Joseph Wagner, freshman day student from LaSalle. 83 Organizations Occupy Spare Time Father Gabriel Bullock, O.S.B., who obtained his B.A. at St. John’s University, now teaches English and religion in the acad- emy. In the summer months Father Gabriel has been doing graduate work at the University of Notre Dame. This year he is faculty adviser of the Records and sophomore day student prefect. As faculty adviser to the Records, Father Gabriel was particularly interested in covering student council projects. Joe LaRocque, chairman of the public relations committee, discusses a news release with Father. Father Bernard, moderator of the science club, uses the overhead projector in explaining the periodic chart to Kevin O'Connell. 84 Backstage, Father Placid discusses one of the characters in A Hatful of Rain with college man Ed Dinucce. Father devotes much of his time to St. Bede's many dramatic offerings. Kitchen manager of St. Bede is Father Bernard Horzen,O.S.B. Father teaches mathematics and chemistry in the academy and is faculty adviser to the Bedey Beaker Breakers. He received his B.A. from St. John's University and went on to obtain his M.S. from the University of Notre Dame. Father Placid Hatfield, O.S.B., is the drama authority of the campus. He did graduate work at Loyola University, Chicago, and then received his Master's De- gree in communications arts at Notre Dame University. Besides teaching English and speech, Father serves as adviser to the Genesians and prefects junior day students. Latin and journalism are the responsibilities of Father Ray- mond Matulenas, O.S.B., who also teaches Canon Law in the seminary and advises budding writers of the Bedan Bruit. Fa- ther obtained his B.A. from St. Bede College and achieved a J.C.D. in Canon Law at Catholic University. He has also done graduate work in Latin and jour- nalism at Notre Dame and Mar- quette universities. Sedan Bruit adviser Father Raymond evaluates an article in the Chicago Tribune with TNT scribe Dave Liesse. Notre Dame Alumni Teach Bedans Father Damian can always find time to feed his fish, the pride and joy of the biology lab. Among the lay teachers at St. Bede is Mr. Adrian Criuse, who instructs two college and two academy English classes. He re- ceived his B.A. at St. Bede Col- lege and attained his M.A. at the University of Notre Dame. Father Gilbert Bulfer, O.S.B., teaches chemistry and mechanical drawing in the junior college. Father obtained his M.S. from the University of Notre Dame. Biology expert in the college is Father Damian Milhone.O.S.B. He earned his B.A. from St. Bede College and did graduate work at Notre Dame, but re- ceived his M.S. from the Uni- versity of Illinois. 86 Mr. Cruise shares an after-school chat with three members of his English class, Patrick Brandow, Robert Speltz and Peter Gericke. Literally the man behind the scenes of the yearbook. Father Gilbert prints all the pictures taken by the Via Baeda’s student photographers. 87 Faculty Members Keep Father Harold combines his teaching and prefecting roles to help Darrell Dooley with a difficult Latin construction. This year's senior class mod- erator is Father Timothy Welsh, O.S.B., who also prefects the resident seniors, heads the re- ligion department, and teaches three religion classes. Father earned his B.A. at St. John's University and is presently en- rolled in summer courses at Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. Besides being head librarian, Father Andrew Snyder, O.S.B., instructs religion courses in the academy and prefects the fresh- man boarders. Father Andrew obtained his B.A. from St.John’s University and an M.S. from Rosary College. A contributor to the Records with the Alumni Column, Father Bede Russell, O.S.B., teaches a civics class and assists Father Andrew in the library. Father Bede received his B.A. from St. Bede College and then did grad- uate work at the University of Illinois. Father Harold Datzman pre- fects the freshman boarders and teaches Latin in the academy. Father gained his B.A. from St. John's University and is devoting his summers to graduate studies at Georgetown University. Along with his prefecting chores, Father is the supervisor of the conces- sion stand and the linen service. Head librarian Father Andrew in- spects the latest supplement to the Catholic encyclopedia. 88 Themselves Informed Father Bede is understandably appreciative when Anthony Vidal returns his library books on time. Dan McKeon fills Father Timothy in on one of the lighter aspects of senior year. As senior boarder prefect. Father generally managed to keep abreast of his depart- ment's fluctuating scholastic and social status. 89 Fortunately for Robert Jeffery and Gabriel McConnell, Father Eugene is always willing to help students with their science projects. It was a common sight to see Father give extra-curricular instructions and advice to fellows in scientific straits. Faculty Continues To Father Eugene Lauer, O.S.B., received his B.A. from St. Bede College and then went on to the University of Notre Dame where he merited his M.S. in physics. Father teaches mathematics in the academy plus physics in both the college and academy. In addition to his academic teaching Father prefects the sophomore day students. Teachers muse sometimes study as much as students to prepare for class. Here, Mr. Milhone seeks to shed some new light on an incident in U.S. politics. Study Father Joseph adds a few finishing touches to his latest work of art. Father's painting and sculpting have earned him plaudits inside and outside Bedan circles. College prefect Father Joseph Heyd, O.S.B., acquired his B.A. at St.John’s University and then at S.T.L. in Rome, Italy. Father has been studying painting and sculpture at the Art Institute, Chicago, and Webster College, St. Louis, the past few summers. Besides teaching art, Father in- structs mathematics and religion. St. Bede's sole resident lay teacher is Mr. Gordon Milhone who teaches history in the acad- emy. Mr. Milhone was awarded a B.A. at Colorado State College and is currently working on a M.A. at Weber College and Col- orado State College. 91 Father Leonard waits on John Maher and Ray Benoit in the “Shack. With his customary snap and authoritative manner, Mr. Blocher leads the band during a practice session. As Father Dennis, supervisor of the Little Shack, watches, John Maher uses the infra-red oven to heat hamburgers. 92 Ticket manager for the athletic contests is Father Alfred, whose work keeps him busy counting tic- kets, money and calendar dates. Father Hugh checks the meal schedule with head waiter Pete Gericke. As supervisor of the waiter corps, Father Hugh was responsible for seeing that service in the refectory was satisfactory. Teachers Accept Other Activities Chief supervisor of the Shack and bookstore is Father Leonard Brisch, O.S.B. Father did his graduate work in mathematics at the University of Illinois after he received his B.A. from St. Bede College. He teaches mathematics in the junior col- lege and the academy. In his first full year as band director, Mr. Arthur Blocher developed the band into a compe- tent marching unit. Mr. Blocher received his degree from Van- dercook School of Music and furthered his studies at Bradley University. Among the more colorful milestones in his thirty- four years of musical work is the time he was in vaudeville and his association with the Tim Callahan circus. Assistant Shack” manager is Father Dennis Kendrick, O.S.B., who also teaches history in the academy. Father received his B.A. from St. John’s Univer- sity and his M.A. from Loy- ola University. Having a B.A. from St. John’s University and an M.S. from the University of Notre Dame, Fa- ther Alfred Scheidler, O.S.B., heads the Mathematics Depart- ment. In addition to his teaching mathematics in the academy. Fa- ther is ticket manager for the athletic department. Sophomore-junior boarder prefect Father Hugh Crowe, O.S.B., teaches four academy Latin classes. He received his B.A. from St. John’s University and has been doing summer grad- uate work at Georgetown Univer- sity. Along with his role as pre- fect, Father serves as supervisor of the waiters and the movies. 93 Vesting for the eleven o’clock Mass, Father Charles is assisted by sacristan James Peterson. Religious Require Besides being student chap- lain, Father Charles Speck, O.S.B., conducts German, reli- gion and mathematics classes in the academy. Father obtained his B.A. from St. John’s University and a J.C.D. in Canon Law while studying in Rome, Italy. Teaching religion classes in both the college and academy is Father Herbert Comyns, O.S.B. Father merited his B.A. from St. Bede College and an M.S. from the University of Notre Dame. Father Herbert serves as sacristan and master of ceremonies for the monastery and helps out as pre- fect of the day student freshmen. Father Herbert explains some of the rubrics of using the censer to Robert Jeffery. 94 Activities Preparations College Greek, Latin and chant are courses conducted by Father Alban Alblinger, O.S.B. After obtaining his B.A. from St.John’s University, he went on to get his M.A. at Catholic University. Father David Duncan, O.S.B., head of the History Department, teaches religion and history in the college and academy. Father has the added responsibility of being prior of the monastery. He received his B.A. from St. Bene- dict's College, Atchison, Kansas, and his M.S.E. at the University of Notre Dame. Father Alban demonstrates the development of a chord to two of his chant students, Barney Gira and Bill Weber. Chanters Pat Brandow, Frank Borkowsky and Mark Speichert rehearse the hymns for Sun- day's Mass with Father David, the chant master. 95 Qualified Father Claude pauses at his typewriter. As a noted scrip- tural authority. Father has con- tributed several articles to scholarly publications across the country. Father Claude Peifer, O.S.B., teaches in both the academy and seminary. Father studied at St. John's University where he ob- tained his B.A. and then went to Rome, Italy, where he was awarded an S.S.L. in Sacred Scripture at the Pontifical Biblical Institute. Teaching general science and agriculture in the academy is Father Benedict McKean, O.S.B. Father received his B.A. from the University of Illinois. In addition to his teaching, Father is in charge of the dairy farm and is socius of novices. Father Adam Raley, O.S.B., teaches moral theology in the seminary and is novice master of the abbey. Father obtained his B.A. from St. John's University and an S.T.D. in theology from the Pontificia Universitas Later- anenis, Rome, Italy. Subprior and cleric master of the monastery, Father Marion Balsavich, O.S.B., teaches dog- matic theology and serves as head of the seminary. Father completed his undergraduate work at St.John's University and was awarded an S.T.D. in theol- ogy while he was studying in Rome, Italy. Father Benedict chats with Brother Mark Lauer, O.S.B., and Brother Stephen Barron, O.S.B. 96 Professors Instruct Seminarians As novice master. Father Adam made use of every opportunity to get to know his charges, novices Raphael Coynik and Peter Pakula. Father Marion reviews a point in dogmatic theology with Father Augustine Irwin, O.S.B., of St. Leo's Abbey, and Father Maurus Hickey, O.S.B. 97 Father Kevin gives varsity football managers Art Padella and Phil Barlage some important pre-game instructions. Athletic director of St. Bede is Father Kevin Gorman, O.S.B. In the teaching line he directs the biology classes in the acad- emy. Father earned his B.A. from St. Benedict’s College and earned one M.S. from the Uni- versity of Illinois in agriculture and another from the University of Notre Dame in biology. In his second year at St. Bede, Mr. Donald Wyzgowski coaches the sophomore football and bas- ketball teams and the varsity ten- nis team. Having obtained his B.A. from Illinois State Univer- sity, Normal, he teaches business mathematics and physical edu- cation in the academy. This is how you do it, Dave. Tennis coach Don Wyzgowski helps Dave Urban with his backhand. 98 Athletics Profit From Able Leaders Coach James Troglio puzzles over football statistics between physical education periods. As assistant coach Dick Verucchi looks on, freshman coach Harold Gaff- ney discusses a previous play with Larry Johnson. Varsity football coach is Mr. James Troglio, who also coaches varsity track and freshman bas- ketball. During the school day, Mr. Troglio instructs physical education classes. He attended Northwestern University where he received his B.A. and has been doing graduate work at Illinois State University. Mr. Harold Gaffney earned his B.A. at Illinois State University where he has been doing grad- uate work in the summer. At present he coaches varsity bas- ketball and baseball and fresh- man football in addition to taking care of several physical education classes. 99 Teachers Commute To Enlarge Father George lights candles for services at St. George’s. Father’s Greek Orthodox Church is a treasure house of precious paintings, vessels, and relics. St. Bede's favorite family poses in their Spring Valley home. That’s Ronald with his arm around his dad and Ramona on Mrs. Kuffel’s lap. Maria Lena and Fat are sitting at their parents’ feet. The seventh member of the family, Thomas, is absent. 100 Faculty 1 Meeting between classes, Father John confers with two of his Cherry parishioners, Jack Guerrieri and Howard Raef. In his second year at St. Bede Father Victor George, pastor of St. George Orthodox Church, Spring Valley, taught two French classes in the academy. Father's enthusiasm for the language helped to make French an in- teresting and enjoyable language. Commuting each morning from their home in Spring Valley, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Kuffel form St. Bede's first husband-and-wife teaching team. Mrs. Kuffel teaches typing in the academy, having earned her B.A. from Illinois State Normal University. The other half of this teaching team, Mr. Ronald Kuffel teaches freshman algebra and helps to coach the athletic teams. He earned his B.A. at Northern Illinois University. Father John Fitzgerald, O.S.B., pastor of Holy Trinity Parish, Cherry, teaches English and reli- gion at St. Bede. Father received his B.A. from St. Bede College and his M.S. in library science from Catholic University. 101 Various Jobs Keep Faculty Members Guidance counselor Father Henry re- views some college information with Tom Pechauer. Father Allen gives John Maher a few cheer-leading tips at Pat Wei- her and Tim Rucinski look on. Along with his other responsi- bilities, Father coached the cheer- leaders for the athletic contests. Head of the English Depart- ment is Father Allen Mattingly, O.S.B. Father Allen received his B.A. from St. John’s University and his M.A. from Catholic Uni- versity of America. This year Father taught four English classes, prefected the freshman day students, and moderated a course in “Effective Thinking.” Guidance counselor at St. Bede is Father Henry Fritz, O.S.B., who also serves as Via Baeda advisor and keeps up the school’s public relations. Father received a B.A. from St. John’s University, merited a M.A. from Notre Dame University in economics and during the past five summers has been doing graduate work in guidance and counseling at Loyola Univer- sity. Father has been teaching ancient history and government in the academy. 102 Busy Tom Schroer looks to Father Roger and Terry Burke to heal his wounds. The dispensary was usually mobbed by students seeking medical attention or amiable conversation. His B.A. received at St.John’s University, Father Roger Corpus, O.S.B. has done graduate work at Loyola University and the University of Notre Dame. Be- sides teaching three academy English classes. Father Roger prefects the resident sopho- mores and juniors and serves as school infirmarian. Head of the maintenance de- partment, Father Matthew Maz- zuchelli, O.S.B., keeps St. Bede in working order. Having earned his B.A. at St. John s University, Father also teaches sophomore geometry. Crouching on one knee. Father Matthew intently watches Mr. Victor Ceresa install needed lockers on the second floor. Mr. John Meglan inspects the progress from a higher angle. 103 Grass drills in the hot September sun; track prac- tice in wet, windy March; dirt, sweat, bruises and cal- louses—these are part and parcel of sports. The ideal- ists say it builds character, and the eggheads say it’s for glory seekers, but no one stops to think about char- acter or glory when the pitcher fires a fast one across his letters. Yet there’s something about swishing a soft 20- foot jump shot that makes a man think a bit. It’s pride really —pride in your- self, your skill, your school. If that’s character that swells up in your throat when they play the National Anthem, then that’s why people go out for sports. a M M Bruins Post Longest Leadoff man Bob Speltz checks his swing. Speltz's keen batting eye enabled him to lead the team in bases on balls. Loaded with a raft of returning senior lettermen, Coach Harold Gaffney's baseball squad swept through their regular season schedule, took both their sec- tional and regional crowns, and finished as one of the top eight teams in the state. It was the best a St. Bede team had done in 17 years. Hitting was the key to the Bruin attack, which pounded out 18 straight wins before bowing to St. Viator in the state finals. Tom Peterson had the hottest bat, boosting the team batting average to .325 with his own batting mark of .478. Peterson was top man in virtually every offensive department, spear- heading a Bruin attack which outscored its opponents 162 to 87 over the course of the year. Other big men in the batter box were John Balestri, Greg Basalay, Paul Bernabei, and Phil Hopkins, all of whom hit well over .350. Most of the big hitters are gone, but the core of the pitch- ing staff remains intact. Big winners Jim Vallero and Greg Basalay won all but two of the 18 Bruin victories, compiling respective earned-run-averages of 2.33 and 1.90. Along with returning regulars Bob Speltz, Dave Haskins, and Bill Wrobel these men will form the nucleus of the ’66 squad. Greg Basalay toes the rubber during a warm-up session. Posting a 9-2 record, Basalay personally accounted for half the Bruin wins. 106 Winning Streak In State VARSITY BASEBALL TEAM — Front Row: John Maher, Joseph Martin, Michael Welgat.John Bellino and James Hydock. Second Rou: Manager Ron Schreiner. Andrew Ogrin, Joseph Proulx, Paul Berens.John Shea, John Tieman, Timothy Graham and James Andreoni. Third Rou: Stephen Schnorr, Robert Speltz, James Vallero, Gregory Basalay, William Wrobel, Craig Bickham. David Haskins and Coach Harold Gaffney. VARSITY BASEBALL RECORD St. Bede Opponents 6 Hall 8 1 Woodland 19 4 Morris 3 9 Mendota 1 14 Magnolia-Swaney 7 7 Woodland 6 4 LaSalle-Peru 0 7 Hall 2 13 LaSalle-Peru 5 7 Rochelle 1 17 Toluca 3 7 Toluca 6 1 Woodland 1 4 Mendota 2 State District 4 LaSalle-Peru 3 18 Hall 0 4 Depue 3 State Regional 4 5 Toluca 9 Metamora 1 State Sectional 10 Rochelle 5 7 Rock Island 1 State Finals 3 St. Viator 5 Won-18 Lost-3 Tied-1 Percentage .857 107 On a hit and run, Dave Haskins goes from first to third on a hit through the box. A All eyes are on the batter as Greg Basalay takes a cut. 108 New Coach Rejuvenates Racketmen VARSITY TENNIS TEAM- First Row: Raymond Bauer, Donald O'Connor, Daniel Me- Kuen and David Urban. Second Row: Daniel Kusek, Kenneth Becker, Harold Hildebrandt and Coach Donald Wyzgowski. Coach Don Wyzgowski’s ’65 tennis team used a slashing slam-and-return attack in posting an excellent record, as only the perennially tough Ottawa Pirates were able to better the Bruin netmen in season play. Both Ken Becker and Harry Hil- debrandt dominated their court play, while Mick Sanger and Bill McGunni- gal proved to be adequate third and fourth men. Becker and Hildebrandt, both three year tennis veterans, re- turn for the ’66 season for their fourth and final year. At the end of last year’s season Ken Becker was named the team’s most valuable player. After seeing limited action last year, Dan Kusek, Ray Bauer, and Steve Van Daele should take over the spots vacated by last year’s graduates. Boosted by a hard core of court experience, Bedan netmen should prove even tougher in ’66. Harry Hildebrandt watches Ken Becker slam a return across court. Both Hildebrandt and Becker have played varsity tennis for four years. 109 Four Bruin Cindermen Go To TRACK TEAM — First Rou: James Smirh, William Kilarski, Kevin Haley, Michael Schlipmann, George Kapacinskas, Phillip Fronczke, Gary Mattingly, William Peck, Barry Burke, Patrick Fee, Steven Verde and Ronald Janulis. Second Rou: Frank Gatza, Kenneth Jozwiak, Michael Roach. John York, Robert Lesnak. James Galassi, Roland Buchholz, William Ogrin and Andrew Dubach. Third Rou: Robert Ori, Daniel Farley, Patrick Weiher, Bernard Feeney,Thomas Finnegan,James Fusinetti, Timothy Rucinski, Arthur Padella, Richard Luster, John Kearin, Nickola Chiaradonna, James Dutkiewicz, Galo A rends and Ronald Cregier. Fourth Rou: Manager Daniel Nagle, Jeffery Toraason, Timothy O'Rourke, Ted Cully, Joseph Klepczarek, Michael Van Dade, Gerald Bast, David Nagle, Robert Jeffery, James McElligott, Terrance Bosshart and William Guerrini. Pat Weiher strains to catch a Marquette sprinter on the first leg of the 880 relay. Track season starred at St. Bede in the confines of Abbot Vincent Gymnasium and ended in wind- racked Memorial Stadium in Cham- paign, Illinois. Getting off to a rough start after harsh weather made outdoor practice mpossible, the Bruin cindermen still managed to send four representatives to the state finals held on the campus of the University of Illinois. Despite a disappointing overall record in which the squad managed only one win in nine meets, stand out performances in the sprints and mile relay gave St. Bede a creditable track year. Dashman Larry Mattingly, high point man for the second con- secutive year, earned a state berth for his qualifying time in the 440, and was also a member of the mile relay team which also went to state. Other members of the mile relay team, which cracked the meet record at the Illinois Valley meet, were Mike Twardowski, Dennis Hassler, and Ken Bresnan. Headlining the ’66 track squad will be seniors Terry Bosshart, Tim O’Rourke, and Dave Nagle — all letter winners of last year. As in past years, Coach Jim Troglio will be looking for help in the field events to supplement the strength of his sprinters and distance men. 110 Champaign For State Finals Mike Twardowski, Bill Fronczke and Tim O Rourke lead the final lap of the mile run. This trio save the track team its strength in the long distances, often taking the top three finishing spots. VARSITY TRACK RECORD St. Bede Opponents 38 Princeton 79 44 Mendota 72 46 Marseilles 55 Marquette 45 391 2 Ottawa 87 Marquette 21 2 38 Streator 72 Marquette 36 64 LaMoille 511 2 Tiskilwa 48 2 20 Ottawa 75 LaSalle-Peru 44 Hall 191 2 Streator 19 Getting over the crossbar is the trick in pole vaulting. Here Tom Finnegan clears the bar with room to spare. i VARSITY FOOTBALL SQUAD - From Row: Robert Hebei, Andrew Dubach, Craig Bickham, James Andreoni, Patrick Farley, Joseph Martin. Second Row: Coach James Troglio, John Kearin, James Fanning, Robert Lesnak, Terrance Bosshart, Barry Burke, Gerald Bast, Michael Henkei. Tbird Row: Manager Philip Barlage, St. Bede’s gridiron fates were erratic in 1965 as a strong de- fense but weak offense charac- terized a team that won half of its ten scheduled contests. Often finding that their best offense was a good defense, the Bruin de- fensive unit helped out the of- fense with recovered fumbles, blocked punts, and a stingy interior line which minimized the yardage gained on the ground and gave opposing quarterbacks fits. Wading through a soggy field to post a win in their first game, the Bruins bumped off Mendota 7-0 on a TD set up by a fumble recovery. Arch rival LaSalle- Peru was contained for three quarters then blistered the Bruins for three fourth-quarter scores in a 21-6 loss for Stephen Van Daelc, William Guerrini, Joseph LaRocque, Gregory Basalay, Joseph Klepczarek, Ted Cully, Manager Ronald Schreiner. Fourth Row: Jeffrey Toraason, Thomas Donnelly, Paul Bcrens, William Cramer, James Galassi, David Nagle, Michael Rese- tich, William Galassi, David Haskins. the St. Bede forces. After man-handling Pontiac 21-0, the Bruin forces were racked up at Alleman 37-13 and then lost to Washington 18-13 despite some spectacular last minute heroics by quarter- back Pat Andreoni. Three quick wins followed as the Bruins turned back Mar- quette 20-12, outclassed Little Flower 25-6 in the Homecoming tilt, and bested Streator in a tight 6-0 battle. The season ended on a dismal note, however, with a 33- 13 trouncing by Morris and a 50- 20 battering by Hall. Heading the ramrod Bruin de- fense were standout guards Greg Basalay and Bill Guerrini. Other key men in the defensive unit were Joe LaRocque, Dave Nagle, Bill Cramer and Pat Andreoni. 112 Strong Defense Pays Off It’s fourth and four as the Bruins batter Little Flower's goal line. Pat Andreoni (10) races over his safety slot to corner a quick Streator back. Sprung clear by Bill Guerrini’s (63) block, Bob Hebei (20) shakes off a Wash- ington tackier and struggles for yardage. The quick snap, the hard slap of the handoff, the bruising interference: these elements, polished in practice, form the nucleus of any solid offense. Bruin first stringers oppose a determined line of reserves in an intra-squad scrimmage. 114 Rough Scrimmages Ready Bruins Protected by a solid wall of blockers, Pat Andreoni flips a pass out to the flat. SEASON RECORD St. Bede Opponents 7 Mendota 0 6 LaSalle-Peru 21 21 Pontiac 0 13 Alleman 37 13 Washington 18 20 Marquette 12 25 Little Flower 6 6 Streator 0 13 Morris 33 20 Hall 50 Won - 5 Lost - 5 During an intra-squad skir- mish, a defensive man dives to block an Andreoni pass. Bruin Eleven Splits Mike Henkel's (82) bruising block clears the way for fullback Joe Klepczarek (32) in the Streator tilt. Quarterback Pat Andreoni (10) Hails the air after being hit by a Washington tackier. Dave Nagle (85) helplessly watches Andreoni's plight. Ten Game Schedule Mike Van Daele watches as Bill Guerrini (63) boots a few during the pre-game warm-up. Assistant Coach Jim Smoode and Head Coach Jim Troglio wear worried looks as they check opposing defense. Dave Haskins (42) skips a Morris tackier as Joe Klcpczarck (32) races over to cut down the linebacker. 117 SOPHOMORE FOOTBALL SQUAD - Front Row: William Zomboracz, Kevin Haley, Michael Welgat, William Rose, John Be I lino, Patrick Fee, Frank Gatza. Second Row: Coach Donald Wyzgowski, James Bertolino, Dale Mulvany, James Smith, George Kapacinskas, Bernard Engles, Timothy Henney, Alfred Morandi, James Rooney. Third Row: Manager Arthur Padella, Louis Orlandi, Michael Dorneden, Michael Roach, Michael Pattarozzi, David Znaniecki, Martin Manning, Michael Birtcher, William Schopp. Fourth Row: William Ogrin, Dana Brittingham, Steven Chamness, Gary Mattingly, James Prak, Roland Buchholz, Thomas Van Daele, Thomas Kreuger, Mi- chael Donnelly, Stephen Wolf. Cubs Learn The Hard Way Hampered by the loss of many of its most experienced players to the varsity team, Coach Don Wyzgowskis sophomore team struggled through its nine game schedule, winning one, losing seven, and tying one. Despite their record, the Cubs proved to be a spirited squad which should lend strong support to future varsity teams. Mike Welgat, Marty Manning, Steve Wolf, Phil Fronczke and Mike Roach provided the offen- sive punch in the backfield, while Jim Ptak, Tom Van Daele, Dale Mulvany, Gary Mattingly, Mike Pattarozzi and Roland Buch- holz gave heavy-duty service on the line. George Kapacinskas and Bill Rose were standouts in the defensive secondary. Jim Rooney (51) makes a shirt-sleeve grab of a Morris half- back as Mike Welgat (12) cuts off any avenue of escape. Tom Kreuger (62), Dave Znaniecki (63), and Jim Ptak (56) close in for the kill. 118 Phil Fronczke (20) and Jim Rooney (51) close in on a Streator ball carrier, rier. SEASON RECORD Bede Opponents 0 Mendota 6 0 LaSalle-Peru 13 32 Pontiac 18 13 Marquette 20 6 Walnut 6 14 Princeton 20 7 Streator 13 14 Morris 55 13 Hall 14 Won - 1 Lost — 7 Tie - 1 Sophomore Coach Donald Wyzgowski plots Cub strategy from the sidelines. 1 19 FRESHMAN FOOTBALL SQUAD-Fro; Row: Manager James Flood, John Koehler, William Reviglio, Richard Shinnick, James Biagi, Robert Rothenberger, David Arbisi, Michael Janko, Thomas Figati, Daniel Marenda, Michael Miller, Manager Brian Walsh. Second Rou: Manager Gregory Geisbush, Richard Marinangeli, Robert Cantwell, William Kerkoff,Timothy Molon- ey, Michael Dura, Michael Huey, Thomas McVey, Joseph Cun- dari, Timothy McNeely, Harry Moore, Thomas Charpenricr, Donald Sajnaj, John Kunkle. Third Row: Coach Harold Gaffney, Joseph Rhodes, James Downey, William Balestri, Michael Raffety, Patrick Sterling, Gary Gnidovec, Edward Manning, Andrew Beck, Mark Cummings, Michael Bozonclos, Peter Fiocchi, Paul Reviglio, Fredrick Daft, Assistant Coach Richard Verucchi. Fourth Row: Michael Calian, Lawrence Johnson, Mal- colm Hawley, Louis Galassi, Thomas Hankey, John Egan, Edward Goerlich, Michael Kaiser, William Schrocr, Anthony Fernandez, Robert Eberhardt, Michael Ptak, David Haas, Gary Sale. Larry Johnson (28) is nailed as he tries to go around right end in the Princeton game. Coach Harold Gaffney’s Baby Bruins started and ended their first season of football on happy notes, turning in victories in their first and last games of the season. This freshman team had troubles between the 7-6 win over Mendota and the 14-13 upset of Ottawa, as the team turned in an overall record of 2-5-1. Tom Pigati led in the scoring with twenty-six points and Larry Johnson followed with a pair of touchdowns to his credit. 120 SEASON RECORD St. Bede Opponents 7 Mendota 6 0 Princeton 6 12 Morris 19 0 Streator 8 13 LaSalle-Peru 28 7 Hall 7 0 Marquette 27 14 Ottawa 13 Won-2 Tie-1 Lost-5 Set to go, the Baby Bruins call offensive signals at midfield. Freshmen Find Football Fun Freshman football is a time for fundamentals and the Baby Bruins became well acquainted with the blocking dummy. 121 VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM-Front Rou: James Vallero, James Cheslic, David Nagle, Thomas Shea, Andrew Ogrin, and manager Roger Longman. Back Ron : Louis Orlandi, Ronald Cregier, Timothy Mulvany, Laurence Evoskis, Martin Manning, and John Maher. Bruins Down L-P Twice Bruin basket-men were vic- torious in exactly half of their scheduled contests, winning and losing 12 overall and finishing 5-5 in their Illinois Valley bouts. Coach Harold Gaffney's varsity quintet played a tight defense, ball control game characterized by a deliberate offense and an attacking full court press. Though not an extremely tall team, the Bruins five usually managed to out-rebound their opponents. Tom Shea’s 310 points topped the scorers while both Jim Vallero and Ron Cregier racked up double-figure averages. Cre- gier’s .448 field goal percentage was high on a team which hit at a 403 clip for the season. Tom Shea hauled down 229 rebounds, finishing ahead of Dave Nagle in that department. Jim Vallero took the free throw award for the third year in a row with his .802 percentage. Key games included the 84-39 drubbing of Hall, the 60-59 win over Alleman which brought the Bruins their second straight Catholic Tournament champion- ship, and the two consecutive conquests of LaSalle-Peru, 50-48 and 48-41. Along with one of the L-P victories, the Bruins played two overtime contests, losing to Morris 83-81 and edging out Trinity 57-55. Jim Vallero's 04) driving left-handed layup was worth two points against Toluca. 123 Driving past his Trojan harrier, Ron Cregier (20) adds a quick two points during the Mendota win. SEASON RECORD St. Bede Opponent 58 Depue 61 45 Streator 53 65 Wenona 70 66 Mendota 51 84 Hall 39 52 Princeton 45 47 Mendota 59 39 Streator 54 43 Marquette 48 52 Mendota 56 81 Morris 83 50 LaSalle-Peru 48 54 Hall 43 57 Trinity 55 60 Alleman 59 44 Princeton 60 43 Toluca 56 64 Depue 48 43 Ottawa 55 65 Marseilles 52 48 LaSalle-Peru 41 56 Henry 44 60 Walnut 51 44 Mendota 51 Won-12 Lost-12 Bruin hopes for their third straight first place trophy were turned back by the Mendota Trojans in the St. Bede Invita- tional Tournament December 18. In first round play, the Bruins had skipped past Princeton 52-45 while Mendota edged out Nor- mal Community 78-70. Both teams then squared off for the championship game. After trailing throughout most of the game, the Bruin men rallied to tie the game in the fourth quarter only to see Mendota pull away in the closing minutes. On the wings of their 59-47 victory over the Bruins, Mendota earned their second first place finish in the five years of the tournament. Hairbreath finishes were the order of the day during the hotly contested Catholic Tour- nament held at St. Bede January 29 and 30 when the combined margin of victory for all four games was a mere seven points. After Alleman squeaked by Spalding 74-73 in the opener, the Bruins bested Trinity 57-55 after Louie Orlandi's almost unbelievable clutch shot had set the contest on its way to double overtime. Orlandi’s clutch basket in the closing seconds of the championship tilt provided the margin of victory as the Bruins took the Alleman Pi- oneers and the first place tro- phy 60-59. Stunned Toluca defender gapes at one of Tom Shea's (44) patented fall away jump shots. Harried by two Depue defenders, Greg Basalay (42) appears to be hypnotizing the ball toward the basket. Mendota's Steve Hansen tips the ball from straining Tom Shea to a Trojan teammate as Lou Orlandi watches helplessly. Tom Shea's (44) bucket is a foregone conclusion as Ron Cre- gier (20) gets ready to fall back on defense against Toluca. There's a crowd of Alleman Pioneers watching the basket as Dave Nagle (40) tips in Ron Cregier's (20) shot. 126 Jim Vallero $4) wages a battle oi nerves- with this AHeman ball hawk as the Bruins press the Pioneers on defense. Slipping over, under, around and through two Henry defenders, Ron Cregier (20) gets clear for a shot. Now' if he can only find the basket. With Dave Nagle (40) and Jim Vallero (34) blocked out of the play, Tom Shea (44) battles a Trinity scrapper for the rebound. Bruins Repeat As Tourney Champs Coach Gaffney and Bruins are all smiles after taking the Catholic Tournament with a 60-59 win over Alleman. Edged out by Mendota in the closing minutes of the game, the Bruins finished second best in their own Invitational Tourna- ment. Co-captains Jim Vallero and Dave Nagle accept the runner-up trophy from Father Kevin. 128 Cheerleaders Keep Spirit High Pat Weiher nets the Streator Bulldog in one of the many lively pre-game skits. Two! Two! Come On Everybody! The Bruin cheering section screams for a basket. During the football season Tom Schroer, Tim Rucinski (standing), John Maher and Pat Weiher led the St. Bede rooters. Cheering, long a Bruin forte, was sparked this year by Tim O Rourke, Tim Rucinski, Tom Schroer and Pat Weiher who led the cheers for the varsity teams. Don Mason, Jack Arkins and Bob Malli nger were the sopho- more cheerleaders. Skits and acrobatic stunts brought zest to the basketball season as the cheerleading troupe developed a repertoire of cartwheels, pyramids and somer- saults along with their rabble rousing techniques. In the basketball skits. Sir Bruin took on three monstrous Trojans at the Mendota game and battled the infamous Cavaliers at the L-P tilt, vanquishing them all. The forces of right prevailed at the Hall game when the Bruins proved oblivious to the tempt- ing1' of a Red Devil while Bruin dog-catchers netted a frisky Bulldog from Streator. 129 SOPHOMORE BASKETBALLTEAM-Fro� Row: James Fanning, Ronald Buchholz, Henry Over, Michael Resetich, Donald Heagy, Manager Thomas Crane. Back Row: John Doherty, George Smith, John Basalay, John Bellino, Michael Welgat, Joseph Martin. Dead-eye Marty Manning (20) fires in two from the side. Coach Don Wyzgowski’s sophomore basket- ball team raced to a 16-6 record this year. The Cubs used a deliberate offense backed by a ravaging full court press to pile up their sixteen wins. Getting off to a hot start, the Cubs won nine of their first ten games before bowing to the L-P Incas. Later in the season, the sopho- mores got sweet revenge for a previous loss in bombing Hall 68-28. Switching coaches in midstream, the Cubs kept up their winning ways under Father Hugh, who filled in when Coach Wyzgowski was sidelined by illness. Marty Manning’s fine outside shooting sparked the scoring which was well balanced among the regulars. Mike Resetich, Tim Mul- vany and Don Heagy combined to do most of the rebounding and inside shooting. Mike Wel- gat and John Bellino keyed the press and worked the ball in on offense. Cubs Have Hot Streak Tim Muivany (44) pumps from the corner as Mike Resetich (50) zeroes in for a possible rebound. SEASON RECORD The fast break ends right here as Mike Welgat (14) lays up an easy two points. St. Bede Opponent 69 Depue 30 49 Streator 39 55 Wenona 39 50 Mendota 49 43 Hall 44 57 Hennepin 50 69 Streator 58 57 Marquette 34 49 Mendota 45 53 Morris 44 36 LaSalle-Peru 46 68 Hall 28 56 Princeton 41 39 Toluca 37 68 Depue 19 39 Ottawa 44 48 Marseilles 41 38 LaSalle-Peru 40 43 Henry 44 43 Peoria Manual 40 47 Princeville 36 44 Peoria Bergan 54 Won-16 Lost-6 131 FRESHMAN! BASKETBALL TEAM W Row: Malcolm Hawley, Joseph Manicki, Thomas VanDaele, Michael Kaiser, William Ma lh 't|tW °rIandini’ Michael William Balestri, Mark Cummins, Thomas Figati, Bnan Walsh, Bill Schroer (22) and Tom Pigati (30) race down court to back up Dave Maciejewski's (25) fast breaking layup. Schroer, Timothy 132 Shooting behind Malcolm Haw- ley's (32) screen, Mark Orlandini shoots for two against Marseilles. Coach James Troglio’s Baby Bruins battled to a 7-13 record in their first year of competition. Big wins among those seven in- cluded the 49-23 romp over Marseilles, the 47-37 Hall vic- tory, and two squeakers over Princeton 40-39 and Mendota 44-43. Mark Orlandini and Dave Maciejewski led all scorers with 180 and 174 points respectively as the scoring was well divided between the five regulars. Ma- ciejewski, Malcolm Hawley, and Bill Schroer patrolled the back- boards while Mark Orlandini and Tom Pigati shared the ball handling duties. Joe Manicki, Mike Janko and Mark Cummings also saw considerable action. SEASON RECORD Baby Bruins Learn Game St. Bede Opponent 40 LaSalle-Peru 53 27 Princeton 32 50 Marquette 48 47 Ottawa 60 49 Marseilles 23 33 Streator 52 36 Toluca 40 39 Morris 45 47 Hall 37 45 Streator 49 52 Mendota 37 40 Princeton 39 47 LaSalle-Peru 50 48 Ottawa 58 43 Marseilles 54 44 Mendota 43 39 Marquette 35 46 Morris 51 42 Hall 48 33 Streator 35 Won-7 Lost-13 Tom Pigati (30) strains to shoot over a taller opponent as Malcolm Hawley (32) sets to battle a Prince- ton giant for the possible rebound. 133 Talk about interest. Talk about enthusiasm. Talk a- bout the guys who run the errands and who do the work instead of the plan- ning. In one, two, or three years they will have the privileges and responsibilities of sen- iors, but just now the juniors, sophomores, and freshmen will have to be satisfied to take a back seat to the fourth year men. That’s just the way it’s done at St. Bede. JM Undergraduates URBO GENERA pi y of fquipm i for thf purpose m m t lyrbtnf fins urn . «Mtfch Freshmen Find Orientation Difficult Freshman representatives Michael Kaiser and Timothy Sterling look on as alternate William Schroer reviews the ALL-AMERICAN rated Via Baeda. At the Hennepin Power Plant, Michael Dura gets a bird’s- eye view of the production of hydro-electric power. Ernest Biagioni John Biernat Paul Biolchini Michael Boyle William Brennan Stephen Bulfer Michael Callan James Camatti Robert Aplington Gene Baldini John Balma David Bergonia Michael Bozonelos David Arbisi William Balestri Andrew Beck James Biagi John Brennan 137 Freshmen Show Competitive Spirit In Robert Cantwell Thomas Charpentier John Cheslic Kevin Conerton Mark Cummings Joseph Cundari Frederick Daf t John Doherty Darrell Dooley James Downey Michael Dura Robert Eberhardt John Egan Anthony Fernandez Peter Fiocchi David Flaherty John Flaherty James Flood Robert Fonderoli Joseph Furlan Louis Gal as si John Gedraitis Gregory Geisbu'sh Gerald Gende Gary Gnidovec Edward Goerlich Thomas Gorski David Grubich David Haas Thomas Hankey 138 And Studies Malcolm Hawley James Hebei Martin Henkel Straining for the tip, Bill Schroer deflects the ball away from soph Barry Burke and into the hands of his freshman teammates. Edged out by a one basket margin, the minims lost the traditional frosh-soph tilt. Sports Patrick Hewitt Terrance Hochstatrer James Hollerich William Hollerich Michael Huey Edward Hylla Paul J ad rich Michael Janko Lawrence Johnson Michael Kaiser Lawrence Kapinski James Kaye William Kerkhoff Vincent Kinsella James Klein 139 Minims Kept Busy By Bedan Life 140 Robert Luba Joseph Manicki Daniel Marenda Michael Menton Edward Miller Kevin McCann Edward Manning Richard Marinangeli Peter Milcarek Michael Miller John Koehler Timothy McNeely James Komater Thomas McVey John Kunkel David Maciejewski Terrance Lijewski Michael Mahar Freshmen observe a football game under the supervision of Father Andrew. Minims had it rough this year. They always do. Father Andrew and Fr. Harold kept them running from tower field, to the swimming pool, and back up to 5:00 study hall. Town per was just once a week on Saturday, but freshmen found that the long hikes and occasional “Constitutions” well occupied their time. Sure it was rough. Freshmen have had it that way for years. But freshman year is the real entrance exam at St. Bede — the test you’ve got to pass to ever grad- uate. Most of the school gave the freshman boarders a passing grade. They were a spirited department, active in school organizations, and diligent enough in their studies to maintain representa- tives on the merit and honor rolls. Lead by rt : resentatives Patrick Sterling and Michael Kaiser and alternate William Schroer, freshman boarders found life away from home was made a little more bearable by blowouts, dances and an occasional visit from the folks. Looking ahead to their sophomore year, the boarder class of sixty-nine can count on new privileges and new re- sponsibilities—as well as the satisfaction of having passed their first test at St. Bede. Joseph Oscepinski John Patyk Thomas Pigati Daniel Pondinas Kenneth Przybyla Michael Ptak William Pyszka Michael Raffety William Reviglio Charles Rhodes James Piano Randall Pozzi Gary Puetz Paul Reviglio Joseph Rhodes 141 Day Students Achieve Gary Sale Otto Solymossy Lawrence Thise Richard Tobiasz Lawrence Tonelli Michael Romagnoli Robert Rothenbergcr David Rutkowski Ronald Rutkowski Donald Sajnaj Robert Savage Robert Schneidereit William Schroer Richard Shinnick Michael Slusarek Robert Spoeri Wayne Stebbins Patrick Sterling Richard Szczepaniak Joseph Taliano There is a tradition which says that freshmen stand in the buses which travel from Peru, La Salle, and Cherry. For nine months the fresh- men have stood in the aisles, waiting on tired feet for the chance to get a seat. Next year they will finally sit down. After spending their first year at St. Bede in three different study halls and in five different class levels, the ninty-two freshman day students will go into their sophomore year with a little more unity and a little clearer insight into what St. Bede is all about. Studies were the big difference this year, as the freshmen found out quickly the demands of high school curriculums. Freshmen struggled to make the honor roll with the same doggedness with which they battled for spots on the basketball team, developing the usual number of scholars, athletes, and scholar- athletes. Somewhere between regis- tration day and the last class of the year, the frosh day students along with their boarder counterparts, took the NEDT test and made the annual trip to see the Hennepin power plant. Thanks to the direction of Father Allen, and the work of representa- tives Edward Manning and William Balestri, as well, as alternate Richard Marinangeli, the department man- aged to stay on an even keel. Sitting instead of standing, next year’s crop of sophomore day stu- dents should find a few more chal- lenges along with their new prestige. 142 Unity With Boarders Mark Urbanowski Thomas Van Daele Philip Vidal Craig Vignali Joseph Wagner Thomas Alan Yerly Gregory Zandecki William Zawacki Dean Znaniecki Wojciechowski “What’s Bruin,” one of the ST. BEDE RECORDS most popular features, holds the attention of freshman day-student representa- tives William Balestri and Edward Manning, as well as alternate Richard Marinangeli. 143 . • Sophs Experience “In-Between” Years Dominic Andreoni Tobias Barry James Bertolino Ronald Ankiewicz John Barsztaitis Michael Birtcher John Antkowiak John Basalay Gregory Block William Aplington Jay Baznik Leslie Blum John Arkins Kevin Belcher Bernard Boudreau Robert Barnato John Bellino James Boyle Somewhere between the freshmen and the upperclassmen lies the soph- omore class. For the boarders es- pecially, sophomore year is a time of “not-quite -ness; an “in-between” time in which boys grow up to be men. Or try to. This year was particularly con- fusing, as the sophomore boarder and junior boarder departments were combined under Fathers Roger and Hugh. As the year wore on, the sophs won '‘separate-but-equal status for themselves, earning recog- nition in the classroom and on the athletic field. While the sophomore teams were not outstanding, the var- sity squads —especially the football team —were bolstered by the play of many sophomores. Michael Roach, George Kapa- cinskas, and Robert Mallinger, re- presented the sophomore boarder opinion in the student council, as the department got its first real taste of responsibility. This year found sophomore boarders assuming key roles on the Bedan Bruit, as the door to self-expression was opened just a little wider. The visit by St. Mary's Academy and the reciprocal trip to Nauvoo were highlights of the fast- flying year. If somewhere during that year the sophomore boarders found them- selves, discovered where they were going, and realized what they should be doing, junior year at St. Bede should bring a few more rewards. 145 Terrance Bracken Raymond Ceresa Dennis Dobrydnia Michael Dooley Andrew Dubach Dana Brittingham Steven Chamness Dennis Donna Roger Dooley James Ebener Roland Buchholz Philip Colleran Michael Donnelly Michael Dorneden Edward Engelman Awaiting their turn at bat, Barry Langdon, Stephen Stout, Robert Mallinger, Mark Smith and Thomas Peck take a breather during an intramural game. Bernard Engels John Ennenbach James Fanning Patrick Fee Wayne Fenza David Fieser Kurt Flaherty Phillip Fronczke James Galassi Frank Gatza Richard Gorski Gene Gross Out Sophomore Year Sophomore Timothy Mulvaney tallies up the score as Bill Schopp, Dale Mulvaney and Dave Casey count their points. 147 Sophomores Shoulder George Kapacinskas explains a diagram of the food plan organized by the student council to sopho- more representatives Robert Mallinger, Mike Roach, Donald Mason, Bernard Engles and Michael Welgat. Kevin Haley John Harth David Hopkins Mark Hoyland George Kapacinskas Richard Kelps Donald Heagy James Hydock William Kilarski Charles Henkel Joseph Jordan Paul Kinsella Timothy Henney Kenneth Jozwiak Marion Kotecki Gary Grzybowski Gregory Guisti Gregory Haas John Haas Lawrence Heraty 148 Their Responsibilities Andreoni to Zukowski; seven hours at school —the daily trial, the perennial mys- tery of learning. Seven hours steeped in English, geometry, physical education and Latin. Seven hours of tests, re-tests, study halls, and missed assignments. Hours spent in study, in detention, at assemblies, at basketball games, at football practice. Good hours —hours you hate to throw away. 1800 hours a year spent in school. The sophomore day students spent a lot of time at St. Bede. Studies were their long suit, as the de- partment generally landed more than their share on the honor roll. On the football field and basketball court, day students were members of teams that will be the varsity squads of future years. Student council members Bernard Engels, Michael Welgat, and Donald Mason typified the department outlook of co-operation and interest in the school. Father Gabriel and Father Eugene help- ed to guide the day student class of '68 through their sophomore year, adding the NEDT test to the regular schedule of class exams. Boarder-day student get-togethers were highlights of the year which bridged the gap to upper-class status. The past 1800 hours of school saw the sophomores grow up a little more. With their high school hours half over, they can count on two more years —the two best years —at St. Bede. Joseph Martin Donald Mason Gary Mattingly Ronald Meyer Alfred Morandi Dale Mulvany Thomas Krueger Robert Lesnak Robert Mallinger Paul Mayszak Timothy Mulvany John Lally David Lijewski Martin Manning Terry Mertel Thomas Navin Barry Langdon Michael Lyons Ronald Margherio David Meyer Michael O'Donnell 149 Sophomores Retain Edge William Ogrin Louis Orlandi Michael Oscepinski Henry Over Michael Pattarozzi William Peck Merle Pi acenti David Pittman Mark Potthoff Ronald Potthoff James Ptak James Resetich Michael Resetich David Ries Robert Roach Gerald Robich James Rooney William Rose Michael Schlipmann William Schopp George Smith James Smith Mark Smith Larry Snyder David Sorrentino Anthony Stephens Stephen Stout Martin Stremlau Mark Toraason Thomas Tyrrell 150 Over Minims In Sports The sophomores play the freshmen in a game of basketball as Billy Ogrin expects a pass from a teammate. Mark Vohs Steven Wasilewski Michael Welgat Thomas Wessels Stephen Wolf Dale Wollack James Wujek David Zborowski James Ziel David Znaniecki William Zomboracz James Zukowski 151 VIPCO Frisky Juniors Contribute It was never too quiet in the big study hall on the second floor. With eighty sophomores and juniors all crammed into one room, the noise level inevit- ably rose, even during, strict study hall when everyone is supposed to be quiet. It makes it rough when you’ve got to study for a chemistry test. And junior year is rough e- nough. The J-B’s found that out themselves after seeing their grade-point averages take a nose- dive. But if the first six-weeks gave the junior boarders a shock, it didn’t knock them com- pletely off stride. They bounced back in their studies and took renewed interest in the activi- ties of their school. And while most of the juniors played second fiddle to seniors on the varsity squads, a number of juniors rose to prominent positions on the football field as well as the basketball court. Fathers Roger and Hugh crack- ed the prefecting whip over the junior boarders and saw the de- partment through the PSAT and National Merit tests. Junior boarder representatives Daniel Nagle, Patrick Weiher and Rich- ard Johnson proved a credit to their department by their dili- gent work on the Student Coun- cil. All in all, it was a good way to prepare for senior year. James Andreoni Galo Arends Richard Baird Philip Barlage Joseph Bartoli Paul Berens David Bernabei Richard Bibula Ralph Block Paul Bochenek James Cheslic Michael Chiado Nickola Chiaradonna Joseph Cox Robert Crawford Ronald Cregier Bradley Dirks Ronald Domkuski John Donaldson James Doyle Laurence Evoskis Thomas Finnegan Donald Gillan Thomas Donnelly James Dutkiewicz Daniel Farley James Fusinetti Timothy Graham A group of sophomores, juniors and freshmen enjoy the water at an outing earlier this Fall. Juniors Jon Hetzner Cornelius Hollerich Richard Hebei Joseph Janz Steven Jesiolowski William Dooley Gerald Essl Bernard Feeney William Galassi Richard Heagy 154 Patrick Weiher, junior representative and member of the public relations committee, reads his report to junior representatives Michael Martin, Norman Raf fety, Daniel Nagle, Cornelius Hollerich and Richard Johnson. Show Potential Raymond Lenski James Locke Roger Longman Martin McCrindle Ralph Maciejewski John Maher James Lund John Manning 155 Juniors Earn Privileges Daniel Nagle Arthur Padella Michael Poremski George Pyrz Dennis Regan Michael Martin Ned Nesti Michael Mente Thomas Nesti Gilbert Meyer Andrew Ogrin Michael Milcarek Robert Ori A $5 fine was levied upon students pilfering bottlecaps from the coke machines. Here, Mark Swanson holds the bag as Tim Rucioski does the dirty work, much to Father Leonard s dismay! 156 Through Hard Work Things start to happen in your junior year. First comes the PSAT test, then class rings arrive, and before long spring brings the National Merit test. And the prom. The prom is the height of your first three years in high school, the best of moments, the indication of better things to come — senior year. But let’s back up. Back to the regis- tration day when the junior day students stepped back into the world of St. Bede after three months of summer fun. When they came back, they found their new prefects, Father Placid and Father Raymond. They found new challenges in their studies, and found new responsi- bilities in the student council and some- where along the line they found that the privileges of junior year were well worth the responsibilities. One of these responsibilities was the student council, where Cornelius Hol- lerich, Norman Raffety, and Michael Martin gave the junior day students a chance to voice their opinions. Other members of the department developed extra curricular interests in the science club, the drama club, and the band. And as Junior day students divided the nine months of the 65-66 school year be- tween activities, sports, and studies, they gave the school a clearer indication of the character of the day student class of 67. David Urban David Urbanowski James Zmudka David Zurinski Timothy Rucinski John Shea Michael Sonnenberg Mark Swanson Patrick Wei her Michael Schneider Michael Smith Frederick Steinbach John Tieman Richard Wilson Thomas Schroer Leo Sondgeroth Charles Stout Jeffrey Toraason Lawrence Zielinski 157 Seminarians Pursue Their Goal Fourth floor men are a unique breed. They have begun, through their seminary training, to prepare themselves for future work as priests, but they are still students living, working and studying in a secular world. The fourth floor, then is a refuge where a seminarian can pray and contemplate without the distractions of the world. The life on the fourth floor is radically different from the pattern of living of the rest of the school. Heavy emphasis is placed on the spiritual life, with Mass, sacraments, prayer, visits to the chapel and spiritual reading. The class schedule is much the same as that of the rest of the junior college, although the seminary courses concentrate on the liberal arts, with Latin and Greek as prime requirements. As a group, this year's fourth floor proved to be a high-spirited group of young men keeping the seminary prefect, Father Charles, alternately amused and chagrinned. Their good spirits were no detri- ment to their maturity, however, as president David Freehill and vice- president, Bernard Gira were typi- cal of the seminarians' hard core of responsibility. Thomas Garland Thomas Frasor John Frey Bernard Gira William Bransrettcr Michael Bulfer Brian Carr John Diamond Louis Ferruggia James Brennan Terrence Burke Thomas Cronley Edward Dinucce John Finlen Michael Brunick William Cahill Donald Davey Fredrick Duffy Michael Finnegan 158 Joseph Gnidovec Brother Leon Richard Imig Greving M.S. James Jacobs Edward Hooper Fredrick Kinderski Stephan Ihnken Dave Freehill, seminarian president, supervises as Larkin Kinsella Barney Gira, vice-president, readies fourth floor Albert LaValle Christmas decorations. James Langham Robert McAdams Michael Maguy Philip Muellner Donald Murphy William Langham James McKiernan Joseph Manrriquez Jorge Munoz John Neher Collegians Face World’s Challenges David Neill James Petersen Joseph Peterson Thomas Peterson Francis Piano Michael Pizzolato Patrick Propheter Richard Pumo David Ritterbusch Donald Riva Ralph Romanelli Lawrence Salcedo Michael Sanger Michael Scriba Richard Sprenger Jim Brennan, seminarian, was one of many college men who tried their hand at playing the guitar. 160 Preparing himself for a day of class. Bill Branstetter gives his shoes a good work over. John Sullivan William Voris Thomas Sullivan Philip Wasilcwski Michael Twardowski James Wei land Anthony Vercellone Frederick Weller James Voris Michael Zebarth Kenneth Steiner Raymond Stibeck James Stratton James Sullivan 161 Sing a song of seniors. Sing of the joys of being a man on campus. Sing of Senior Day, the Prom and Commencement Day. Sing of college plans and friends not quite forgotten. Good-bye St. Bede. Panegyrics given and for- gotten, reunions planned and left unachieved —such are the fates of all gradu- ating classes. The class of 1966 makes way for the class of 1970, a dramatic and inevitable scholastic evolution. But the seniors will take with them more than their jet-black diplo- mas: they will leave with a greater or lesser share of that spirit of independence and excellence for which St. Bede stands. Graduates Officers Direct Final Year’s Advance James M. Ark ins LaSalle With his interest in science, Jim joined the Bedey Beaker Breakers. While be- ing a member of the club, he achieved an award in the St. Bede Science Fair. Plan- ning to use his sci- entific knowledge, he wants to study pharmacy at the Uni- versity of Illinois. Gregory D. Basalay Peru Greg has been an outstanding partici- pant in three major varsity sports, foot- ball, basketball, and baseball. He also held class offices during his four years at the academy. Greg indicates that he will continue his educa- tion in mathematics at a college in the Midwest. Gerald L. Bast West Bend, Wisconsin While attending St. Bede, Jerry’s main interests were in football and a com- bo called “The In- vaders . Track and the annual variety show claimed some of Jerry’s time. To start his own busi- ness is Jerry’s ambi- tion for the future, after attending col- lege. Raymond V. Benoit Peru Helping with the production of the Records for the past three years, Ray is a representative for the day student se- niors on the Student Council. Present plans for Ray are to enroll in college and become a history teacher. Craig W. Bickham LaSalle Football being Craig's sport, he played it all four years. The last three years Craig has been on the varsity base- ball team. After col- lege he plans to make a career in dentistry. Raymond P. Bauer Sterling News editor for the school newspaper, Ray was an active member of the dra- ma club and was on the track team. Ray plans to continue his education in a liberal arts college. Kenneth S. Becker Spencer. Indiana Four years on the tennis team have a- warded Ken many honors. He used a good deal of his time as photographer for the Records and as a student council rep- resentative. Ulti- mately Ken hopes to make an Air Force career his life’s work after college. Senior Student Council members Joseph Klepczarek, Timothy O'Rourke, Kenneth Becker, Christopher Pott- hoff, John Foley, and Raymond Benoit discuss senior day plans. 164 Kenneth J. Blum Spring Valley Homecoming de- corations seem to be Ken’s special inter- est while being at St. Bede these past four years. An after- school job kept Ken busy although he found time to work on his academic as- signments. In order to make provisions for his future career, Ken will attend a lo- cal junior college. Francis M. Borkowsky Ottawa Making the honor and merit rolls were Frank’s major achievements, along with his four years on the tennis team and his work on the Records. After gradu- ation Frank will con- tinue his education in a Midwestern uni- versity. Terrance J. Bosshart Peru An avid sportsman, Terry played three years of football, and was a member of the track team for the same amount of time. At present Terry is not decided about his future ca- reer, but will attend college. Patrick L. Brandow Somonauk Over the past four years Pat worked in the library and the Huddle’’. Pat was a member of the sci- ence club and track team. After gradua- tion Pat hopes to en- ter the conservation field. Gary L Ceresa Peru Gary was a partici- pant in the intramu- ral program his first two years and later held down an after school job. He is un- decided concerning his post-graduation plans. Francis P. Conerton LaSalle Playing the guitar was more than a hob- by for Frank, who has played for the ’Invaders” for the last two years. A member of the sci- ence club and “Ef- fective Th i nk i ng” course, Frank will enroll in a local col- lege. William E. Cramer Chicago Bill came to St. Bede in his sopho- more year, was a member of the foot- ball team for three years, and put in a year in track. He wishes to join the Air Force after grad- uation. Ted D. Cully Rockford. Ohio Ted, being active in sports, went out for football, basketball and baseball. He was a member of the school band and of a combo. He wrote for the Student Council paper, 'The Inform- er’’. Ted is presently making plans for en- tering college. 165 Seniors Plot Their Way In The World Richard P. Deutsch Oglesby In his freshman year, Richard played football and base- ball. After gradua- tion from St. Bede in May, Richard will enter a local junior college and then pur- sue a career in elec- tronics. Leslie J. Dewes Cedar Lake. Indiana Leslie was a fre- quent honor and merit roll member and did a fine job as the technical direc- tor of the drama club. With architectural studies in mind, Les- lie will enter college in the fall of 1966. In retrospect the class of sixty- six can find a genuine satisfaction in their past few years, taking pride in accomplishments made over their four years at St. Bede. Some have excelled on the sports field, matching ability and desire with athletes of other schools; some have come into their own in the realm of activities, a fruitful mode of developing latent talents. Serious students made great strides in their studies, as seniors earned national recognition for scores on the National Merit, ACT, and SAT tests. Most im- portant, however, were the day- to-day scholars, who earned their plaudits on the honor rolls and merit rolls and pressed for knowledge by ‘careful study and discussion. Scholars and athletes alike looked ahead in their post- graduation plans, settling on their college or planning their future livelihood. This was the time for young men to plot their first steps in the world —time to step from the “via baeda” to the way of the world. Just as they now plan ahead, the class of sixty-six will later look back on their years at St. Bede and remember the good times of senior day, the prom, and commencement day, as well as the pride and comradeship of senior year —the best of years. Paul A. Dobrydnia LaSalle After completing his secondary educa- tion, Paul plans to enroll in a local ju- nior college. While at St. Bede he parti- cipated in the intra- mural program. Stephen J. Donarski LaSalle Working hard on homecoming deco- rations these past three years, Steve was a member of the science club. At pres- ent Steve plans to go to a local junior col- lege. John J. Duncan Peru John spent his after school hours work- ing on the farm. While at St. Bede he was active in the noon-time intramu- ral program his first two years. Future plans for John are fluid. John S. Duncan Peru Inclined to reach- ing scholastic goals, John often made the honor roll, and earned recognition in the Science Fairs. He plans to continue his education after high school at some Midwestern univer- sity. 166 John A. Guerrieri Cherry After graduation from St. Bede Jack is undecided as to what he wants to do. Dur- ing his after school time Jack helps his father in the con- struction business. Alexander Dutkiewicz LaSalle Wishing to broaden his education, Alex plans to attend a lo- cal junior college af- ter graduation from the academy. Alex devoted time to an after-school job and also found time to offer his efforts to homecoming deco- rations. Joseph P. Ennenbach LaSalle Winning awards at the St. Bede Science Fair, receiving two NEDT citations and making the honor roll on occasions, Joe showed excel- lence in scholastic endeavors.’Joe's am- bitions now rest in journalism or radio roadcasting after at- tending college. John J. Foley LaSalle Planning to attend a Catholic college af- ter graduation, John was a representative for the senior day students to the Stu- dent Council. John received awards from the St. Bede Science Fair, NEDT, and a certificate from Time magazine. Peter A. Gericke Chicago Attending the Chi- cago Police Acade- my will keep Pete busy in the coming years. Pete has been an active contributor to extra-curricular activities which in- cluded chairman of the Genesians and head-waiter in the refectory. William H. Guerrini Spring Valley Bill plans to go into the field of physical education when he enters college. He was an outstanding athlete, participating in football, basket- ball and track all four years. David E. Haskins LaSalle President of his sophomore class, Dave was noted for his athletic abilities. Sports was not his only interest because he worked on the school newspaper. Future plans for Dave are to enter college in 1966. Robert L. Hebei Peru Besides being on the football team three years and the track team one year, Bob played in the band two years. In his freshman year Bob was vice-presi- dent. After gradua- ting from St. Bede, Bob intends to en- ter college. 167 Michael G. Henkel Sublette When Mike looks back to the time he spent at St. Bede, he will remember with pride his senior year in football. Next year Mike plans to continue his educa- tion at a junior col- lege. Guy A. Hewitt Cherry Guy plans to attend college after gradua- tion from St. Bede. In addition to being a Via Baeda repre- sentative, Guy won the citizenship med- al his freshman year and has two awards from St. Bede Sci- ence Fairs. Seniors Learn Habits Of Cleanliness With the help of Frank Borkowsky, Jerry Bast takes advantage of a warm fall day to beat his rugs. 168 Harold R. Hildebrandt Spring Valley Attending Lewis College is included in Harold’s future plans after which he hopes to enter the business field. Ha- rold excels in tennis and has played foot- ball and basketball. Michael W. Hoefer Medina. Ohio Mike is a four year band veteran and is noted for his aca- demic achievements which include NE DT honors, merit and honor rolls and science fair awards. Future plans for Mike are to attend college and enter the field of chemical engineering. Robert L Jeffery Wyanet Attendance at St. Ambrose College is the primary goal of Bob after which he hopes to study medi- cine. Bob was a mem- ber of the track team, a pontifical server and a cheerleader. Gregory H. Jones Ludlow Greg will be re- membered for his taking care of linen service for the stu- dents. After gradua- ting from St. Bede in May, Greg plans to enter college. Kevin A. Kelly Oglesby Membership in the science club, the Rec- ords and the Student Council was prized by Kevin as his con- tributions to St. Bede. Presentl y Kevin plans to en- roll in a university in the Midwest and later study law. Edward P. Kennedy Spring Valley Chemistry has been selected as Ed’s ma- jor in college after graduating from St. Bede. During his freshman and sopho- more years, Ed was on the basketball team. Joseph G. Klepczarek Chicago Joe’s main interests during his years at St. Bede were foot- ball and drama. When he was not busy with these ac- tivities, he spent time being a class of- ficer and a waiter in the refectory. After graduation Joe plans to continue his edu- cation in college. Paul E. Koyak Spring Valley Taking part in the science club affairs and membership on the Records staff kept Paul busy while at St. Bede. Next fall Paul plans to enroll in a local college and pursue a business course. Terry E. Krolak Peru Terry actively par- ticipated in intramu- rals during his first two years at St. Bede. He has plans to at- tend a local junior college after gradua- tion. Gregory A. Kulpa Peru Besides playing in- tramurals, Greg was also on the fresh- man basketball and the sophomore foot- ball teams. Future- plans for Greg are to enter a college in the locality. Rickey S. Kurtz Peru While at St. Bede, Rickey was a mem- ber of the freshman and sophomore foot- ball teams. After graduation Rick plans to attend col- lege and then join the Air Force. Day Students Commute For Last Time Daniel C. Kusek Chicago Being a veteran of the tennis team for three years, plus being a waiter. Dan was a member of the singing group called the Singers Five . He also worked as a reporter for the Rec- ords staff. Dan plans to attend a college in the Midwest. James P. McElligott Champaign Jay’s numerous a- wards speak for his outstanding abilities and achievements. Among the awards Jay gained were Na- tional Merit, NEDT and Boys' State. He put his abilities to good use by working on the yearbook, the Student Council and the Bedan Bruit. Af- ter graduation Jay plans to attend a Midwestern univer- sity. Daniel P. McKeon Chi Hi cot he Dan, an honor roll student, received N EDT awards for his scholastic abilities. He played tennis for three years, and put time and work in both intramurals and the Student Council. Undecided to what college to attend, he plans to major in chemistry or nuclear physics. Paul T. Marenda LaSalle After graduation from St. Bede, Paul plans to attend a lo- cal junior college. While attending the academy, Paul was an intramural partici- pant his first two years. Joseph E. LaRocque Champaign Joe applied him- self in numerous ways. He held a num- ber of offices and was elected secre- tary of the Student Council in his se- nior year. He also was a member of the football and track teams as well as writer for the school newspaper. At pres- ent Joe plans to at- tend the University of I Uinois after grad- uation. David A. Liesse LaSalle David received two NEDT awards and had entries in two St. Bede Science Fairs. A writer for the Be- dan Bruit since its inception, David plans to attend col- lege and eventually would like to teach English in high school. Gabriel G. McConnell Belt idere Gabriel had a va- riety of interests while attending St. Bede. He has seen service w'ith the track team and was a member of the dra- ma club and the newspaper staff. Af- ter graduation Gab- riel plans to go to college and go on in- to dentistry. As a group, the senior day stu- dents came into their own this year. Under prefects Father Al- fred and Father Augustine the department strove to unify the boarder and day student ele- ments of the senior class. In this effort all senior socials and blow- outs were planned. Senior Day, the annual senior outing and free day, saw the class of “66” journey to Chicago for a day of sightsee- ing amid the crowds of Christ- mas-shopping Chicagoans. Senior day students made a big contribution to the Student Council, led by department rep- resentatives John Foley, Chris- topher Pothoff and Raymond Benoit. Department members chipped in on the work on Home- coming activities, working on the decorations and bonfire, and engineering one of the best run carcades to date. Along with senior year, the day students met the pressures of choosing colleges and deciding upon future plans. Along with scholastic responsibility, many held down part-time jobs. The work of the senior day stu- dents in the Bruit, the Records, the Bedey Beaker Breakers and the Band indicated that this was a department of varied talents and interests. 170 Lawrence T. Mason Seatonrille Undecided about his future plans, Larry might attend college or enlist in the Air Force. At St. Bede, he partici- pated in intramurals his first two years. Joseph W. Miholic Waukegan Joe filled his time with being basket- ball manager, work- ing with the linen service and working as a table waiter. Af- ter graduation Joe plans to enter North- ern Illinois Univer- sity and major in mathematics. A. Charles Mueller Peru Chuck has been a class officer all four years and presently holds the office of treasurer of the Stu- dent Council and vice-president of the science club. He uses his talent as a writer for the school newspaper. After graduation Chuck will be going to col- lege. Reviewing their college algebra on the steps outside of the senior day student study hall, are Bill Wrobel and Greg Basalay. Thomas J. Nagle Ransom Tom put most of his extra-curricular ambition in athlet- ics. He played bas- ketball and made use of his agility in track. Although he has not finalized his plans, Tom would like to enter Dayton Uni- versity and study accounting. Peter B. Navin Spring Valley Receiving a num- ber of academic awards, which in- cluded attaining the honor roll at all se- mesters and NEDT awards, Peter has de- sires to attend col- lege. Services of- fered by Peter were writ ing for the school newspaper, and Sedan Bruit and playing for the acad- emy band. 171 Boarders Share Life’s Experiences James E. Neill Ladd College or the Air Force waits for Jim after graduation. He played football dur- ing h is freshman year besides participating in intramurals. Kevin J. O'Connell LaSalle Kevin had member- ship in the science club and the Jets”. In his senior year he lent his talents to the Student Council. He plans to study in the field of social work after graduation. Seniors are the top men on the St. Bede totem pole. After four years of work, sweat and study, they feel they have the right to “lord over” the underclassmen. And maybe they do. But for some reason the senior boarders, who in years past have ruled the boarder roost with an iron hand, did not seem so eager to prove that they were big men on campus. Maybe the reason was the Stu- dent Council. With the advent of the council, many of the once “senior only” privileges or duties were relegated to underclassmen. Especially during the Home- coming preparations, it was a common sight to see underclass- men lingering in the halls and rooms behind the once forbidden swinging doors on the first floor. But the senior boarders made no move to stem the tide of change. Indeed, they put a great deal of work into the Student Council with representatives Kenneth Becker and Joseph Klepzcarek and alternate Tim- othy O'Rourke leading the de- partment in the work on Student Council projects. Pushing toward a broader scope of interest, many of the senior boarders looked outside the classroom, finding new fields to conquer in Father Allen’s Effective Thinking course and a course in computer pro- gramming at I.I.T. In his role as prefect, Father Timothy guided a department that was already unified. From Homecoming to Prom time the boarder class of “66” firmly ce- mented the ties that will be the foundation of memories in the years to come. Donald T. O’Connor Hennepin In his senior year Don was a hard worker for the Stu- dent Council. Don also spread his ef- forts to the extent of playing on the ten- nis team and partici- pating in intramu- rals. He wants to continue his school- ing after graduation. Richard A. Oklesen LaSalle Dick participated in intramurals and had a job after school while attending St. Bede. After gradua- tion he plans to be employed by a mor- tician. Terry J. Orlandi Dalzell After graduation Terry plans to enter St. Bede Junior Col- lege. During his four years at St. Bede, Terry was an active participant in the in- tramural program. Francis T. O'Rourke Gifford Elected to be a rep- resentative from the senior class, Tim de- voted four years to track and cheerlead- ing. Making the hon- or roll occasionally, he put his talents to work for the year- book. St. Ambrose is his college choice. 172 Wayne J. Paprocki Oglesby Besides placing on the honor roll, Wayne won two NEDT certificates and was a member of the science club and the Student Council Committee. After graduation he plans to attend college, majoring in English and secondary edu- cation. Gregory R. Philipaitis Spring Valley On the honor roll occasionally, Greg received a NEDT award and partici- pated in band. Be- sides being a mem- ber of the science club, he contributed to the Bedan Bruit. Plans call for a pre- med course after graduation. Christopher W. Potthoff Spring Valley Chris won the citi- zenship award his junior year and was also a senior repre- sentative to the Stu- dent Council. He was active in sports as an underclassman and plans to enter college to study bus- iness administration. Fighting for a place at one of the phones is a joy to a senior. Ed Reardon manages to grab a spot on this occasion. John L. Pyszka LaSalle A supporter of in- tramurals, Jack play- ed basketball his freshman year. After graduation he plans to further his educa- tion. Edward J. Reardon Champaign Writing was Ed's outstanding talent and he won several awards for his efforts as a writer. With his knowledge Eddie was valuable for the school newspaper. He plans to enter a Midwestern college after graduation. Howard A. Raef Cherry Winner of a Knights of Columbus Schol- arship, Howard par- ticipated in intramu- rals as an underclass- man. He plans to continue his educa- tion, studying engi- neering. 173 Portraits Show Four Year’s Progress Stephen G. Schnorr Steuart Steve was a member of the band for four years and won a med- al at the State Music Contest in his junior year. After gradua- tion he plans to at- tend college. John C. Schumacher Peru Frequently on the merit roll, John plans to continue his education and then join the armed services. He played intramurals his first two years1 at St. Bede. Robert C. Scott Ladd Winner of two NE DT awards and an entrant in the Sci- ence Fair, Bob play- ed intramurals his first two years. He plans to enter a trade school after gradua- tion to learn the tool and die trade. Thomas C. Sheehan Peoria Being a member of the drama club, Tom was on the track team. Tom helped the Student Council by his expert typing skills. Studying bus- iness management in college is Tom's next ambition. David C. Sipe Spring Valley Seeking more knowledge, Dave in- tends to enter col- lege. During his four years at St. Bede he played intramurals. Robert V. Skowronski LaSalle On the honor roll occasionally and a writer for the Bedan Bruit. Bob plans to attend St. Bede Ju- nior College after graduation. Bob's ambition is to study electrical engineer- ing. Michael W. Smith Peru Mike’s name ap- peared on both the honor and merit rolls several times. He won a NEDT cer- tificate in his sopho- more year. Attend- ance at a Midwest university is Mike’s ambition after he graduates from St. Bede. Mark M. Speichert Cedar Lake, Indiana Besides helpingout in the “Huddle” and the ’ Shack , Mark was a member of the tennis team and a folk group called the Singers Five . His immediate plans will be those of going to college. 174 James C Strothmann LaSalle Jim transferred to St. Bede in his senior year and worked on the staffs of the Rec- ords and Sedan Bruit. Attending college to study law is Jim’s present ambition. Robert J. Spcltz Bement President of the Student Council, Bob has held a num- ber of offices in his four years. He play- ed football and bas- ketball the first two years and baseball all four years. Loyola University is Bob's choice for a college, and he plans to study to be asocial worker. Dale R. Stein Depue Dale won awards at two Science Fairs and was a member of the science club. Af- ter graduation he plans to attend a lo- cal college. Joseph F. Steinz LaSalle Besides playing in- tramurals, Joe was al- so on the football team his freshman and sophomore years. He has ambi- tions to continue his education at a local college. William T. Tobiasz LaSalle After graduation Bill will be attend- ing college. He was a TNT scribe and played intramurals his first two years at St. Bede. Gus Yomashiro of Root Studios readies Wayne Paprocki for his senior portrait. 175 Seniors Provide Own Entertainment Gary G. Tomaszewski Cherry Gary won two NE DT certificates and participated in the intramural program the first two years. After attending col- lege he plans to make a career of the Air Force. Timothy D. Tyrrell Michigan City, Indiana Tim, a transfer stu- dent in his junior year, was an ardent participant in sports. He also offered his talents to the school newspaper. More education is Tim's ambition as he will enter a Midwest col- lege. James S. Vallero Dalzell Basketball and baseball were Jim's best sports as he played both for four years. A winner of an NEDT certificate and tw'o blue ribbons for his science pro- jects, Jim plans to at- tend college and ma- jor in journalism. Michael L VanDaele Chicago Besides being a three year man in both track and foot- ball, Mike played an important part in various dramatic productions put on by the drama club. Mike has ambitions to attend college af- ter graduating from St. Bede. Martin E. Vandiver Henry Marty came to St. Bede in his junior year and has been on the honor roll fre- quently. He offered his many gifts to the Bedan Bruit. He is planning to enter college after gradua- tion. Peter H. Watson Chicago Showing interest in athletics, Pete play- ed football his fresh- man year and then in the intramural pro- gram. Pete’s plans for the future in- clude entering a Midwestern college. James J. Welgatt Peru During his four years at St. Bede,Jim entered the Science Fair and participated in intramurals. After completing college, he has ambitions to enter one of the armed services. Thomas M. Wenskunas Decatur Drama club was Tom's major activity, while attending St. Bede. In the course of his presence, Tom played football and was a member of the track squad. Tom plans to enlighten himself with a col- lege education. Stephen J. VanDaele Chicago Steve participated in football and track and was in the drama club and on the waiter corps. Steve now' plans to im- prove his abilities in college after gradua- tion from St. Bede. 176 If I had a hammer ...Id hammer in the morning . . Dan Kusek serenades Bob Jeffrey, Pete Gericke, Tom Nagle and Ray Bauer. James J. Wojciechowski LaSalle Jim was an active member in the sci- ence club for four years and was pres- ident of the club this year. He has achieved two NEDT awards and won prizes in the last three science fairs. After graduation Jim will continue his education at the Uni- versity of Illinois. William L. Wrobel LaSalle In addition to win- ning an NEDT certi- ficate and entering the 1965 science fair, Bill made the honor roll. He was a mem- ber of the baseball team for four years and after graduation has plans of going to college. Steven C. Zapf Sublette Steve, a member of both the science club and the ’Jets”, entered two science fairs and played in a school rock and roll band. After gradua- tion he plans to at- tend a Midwestern university and major in electrical engi- neering. Daniel C. Withrow Granville Treasurer of the science club, Dan won prizes at two St. Bede Science Fairs and received two NEDT certificates. On the freshman football team, he plans to attend a Midwest college and major in engineer- ing. Bradley C. Zomboracz Oglesby Brad was on the freshman baseball team and a member of the yearbook staff in his junior year. After completing his college educa- tion, Brad plans to enter one of the branches of the armed services. 177 After School . . . A student from eight to three, Ken Blum works as a butcher in his after school hours. Jim Arkins presents a study in concentration as he performs one of Father Eugene's physics home experiments. Cleaning up his tables after supper, Tom Wenskunas hur- ries through rhe messiest part of waiting tables in the re- fectory. One of Mike Smith s more re- warding extra-curricular activi- ties is working in the Peru Coca Cola Bottling Company. Secular Students Enjoy Social Life Anthony J Ajster Spring Valley. Illinois Joseph P. Alongi Rock Island. Illinois Robert J. Anton Peoria. Illinois Frederick P. Ballerini Ottawa, Illinois Second floor men and students from the local area compose the secular element of the junior college. Father Joseph, who prefected both resident and day student collegians, watched for problems in dicipline and study, but main- tained an area of self-responsibility around the junior college. College officers John Mennella, president; David Pakula, vice-president; Gary Gallagher, secretary-treasurer; and Eugene Ptak, social co-ordinator planned dances and socials for the department. Social events were the ex- ception rather than the rule, however, since the college men devoted most of their time to their studies. Junior college certificates were awarded in such fields as commerce, pre-engineering, pre- law, and pre-medicine. Backed by these certifi- cates and the knowledge and study habits gleaned from two years of junior college work, the J.C. graduates hope to complete their education at another college or university. Frederick M. Bauch Freeport. Illinois Kenneth F. Dietz Mundelein, Illinois 180 College officers, David Pakula, vice-president; Eugene Peak, social co-ordinator; John Men- nella, president; and Gary Gallagher, secretary, plan an exciting year for the second floor college men. Michael M. Fox Ottawa, Illinois David A. Freehill Bloomington, Illinois Gary L. Gallagher Bern cut. Illinois Stanley R. Henkel Sublette, Illinois Michael J. Henneberry Andre J. Herman South Holland, Illinois Monroe, Wisconsin Alan A. Fair Rockford. Illinois Peter J. Grandolfo Oak Park. Illinois Edmund G. Hertsted Homewood. Illinois 181 Studious Collegians Earn A Break Brother James Kuczynski, M.S. LaS alette, Illinois William K. Lee Seat on viIk. Illinois David L. Lemon Rock Island, Illinois Enjoying an easy evening after his studies, Mike Henneberry looks over his cards in a game against a roommate. Terry W. Linnig Spring Valley. Illinois David A. Loebach Spring Valley, Illinois Robert M. McFadden Spring Valley , Illinois 182 John P. Mack Glenview. Illinois John M. Mennella Chicago, Illinois David J. Pakula LaSalle. Illinois Richard L. Maggi DePue, Illinois Robert E. Morris Spring Valley, Illinois Thomas E. Pechauer Bourbonnais, Illinois Robert N. Malooley Spring Valley, Illinois Patrick G. O’Connor Bradley, Illinois Charles P. Perrecone Rockford, Illinois Richard A. May Ladd, Illinois Michael J. Ossola Spring Valley. Illinois Eugene S. Petersen Bloomington. Illinois 183 Seminarians Prepare To Serve Others Eugene J. Ptak Richard C. Ruva John C. Schlicksup Richard A. Schryer LaSalle. Illinois Spring Valley. Illinois Peoria, Illinois Sycamore, Illinois Pat Alongi pounds the keys of his typewriter to keep his assignments up to date. 184 Joseph A. Tonclli Spring Valley, Illinois Gordon J. Virgo Spring Valley, Illinois William J. Trench Peru, Illinois William J. Weber Wyoming, Illinois Joseph R. Turek Chicago, Illinois Robert G. Withrow Granville. Illinois Seminarians usually had good times at common recreation . This time Bill Weber and Bernard Gira play cards. Sisters Gain Bedan Education Although usually regarded as an all-male school, St. Bede is to a limited degree coeducational. Through the years the students have often noticed the sisters who have attended classes in the academy and college to a limited degree. From St. Margaret’s Hospital, Spring Valley, eight sisters of St. Mary of the Presentation commute daily to St. Bede. All of sisters are enrolled in either the junior college or the acad- emy. Sister Magdalena, one of the Carmelite sisters from Mexi- co, who lived and worked in the convent on campus, also attends classes in the academy. Lending their voice in song, the Carmelite nuns sing the hymns of Sunday high Mass. 186 Sister Ursula and Sister Eustalia prepare chilli for the evening meal. Sister Sister Celestia Colleen Sister Sister Sister Sister Jolene Lynne Marie Maria Magdalena Theresa 187 Downtown LaSalle de- serves a place in the Via Baeda. Without those people and firms who have contri- buted to the operation of the Via Baeda, without those whose names are recorded on the next few pages, pro- duction of this book would have been impossible. The ties these people have to St. Bede are not limited to this advertising section, but consist in the support and interest they have always shown in St. Bede. Advertising1 JAMES W. SMITH and COMPANY H. LEVINE CO. Wholesale Fruit Produce Jobber Sugar 40 W. First St. La Salle Office Telephone CA 3-1780 Telephone 223-0767 BERTUSI SON WHOLESALERS 1413 First Street LaSalle. Illinois HENRY'S 1525 Water Street Peru, Illinois Fillmore 5-5222 CHAMPION KNITWEAR CO., INC Rochester, New York Phil Bouzeos 190 820 Elsie Drive Melrose Park, III. OCHS ARNOLD FORD SALES, __BUD OCHS HUBERT ARNOLD Inc. Telephone 2961 527 W. Dakota Street SPRING VALLEY, ILLINOIS BERNARD!''S HOTEL PERU Frozen Foods LaSalle Illinois BERNARDI DISTRIBUTING CO. Peru Illinois Air Conditioned Rooms Free Parking Lot Telephone 223-2200 1604 4th Street Peru, Illinois Coffee Shop open 24 Hours Daily Hawaiian Room Cocktail Lounge Late Model Cars AUTO Phone CA 3-3993 SALVAGE COMPANY Open Weekdays 8:00 to 5:00 Free Teletype Service Walt Ratajczak Peru, Illinois OGLESBY SUPPLY COMPANY Lumber — Hardware — Building Material Complete Line of Building Materials TU 3-8441 243 N. School Ave. Oglesby, Illinois ) Bread and Pastries -rmh at PIERSON'S HOME BAKERY 1027 8th Street Lo Salle, III 191 Phone CA 3-3478 WE BUY ASHES DUNCAN’S Congratulations and Best Wishes for Success to the 1966 Graduates HUNTER DOHERTY AND CO. Lumber —Fuel —Bldg. Supplies Spring Valley Phone 3-3432 Illinois 192 B AND M TORRI GRAIN LAUNDRY Telephone 223-2119 GRAIN FEED SEED FERTILIZER 914 Fourth Street Peru, Illinois Compton Illinois St. Bede Sewoge Disposal Plant Built By VALLEY BUILDERS Phone 2441 Spring Valley Illinois 193 Distributors For Schools, Office and Institutional Equipment. We are proud to have furnished many of the parochial schools, rectories, and convents in the Peoria Diocese. S. BUCKMAN FURNITURE SUPPUY COMPANY 118 W. Third Street SPRING VALLEY Phone 2-6351 ILLINOIS Established 1920 Cassiclay Brothers W holesale Inc. School Supplies — Candy — Cigars — Fountain Supplies Drugs — Toys — Sporting Goods — Paper — Sundries Electric Appliances — Housewares — Soft Goods 127-129 Hast Si. Paul Si. Telephone 2-6311 — 2-6741 Spring alley. Illinois BONUCCI DISTRIBUTORS AND IMPORTERS Jim Beam — The World's Finest Bourbon Cor. Greenwood Erie St. 194 Spring Valley, Illinois ARLINGTON GRAIN COMPANY Arlington Illinois RAY MARTIN'S SPARKLE CLEANERS 225 E. Walnut Street Oglesby, Illinois growing with the La Salle-Peru Community since 1915 CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC. 1375 Eighth Street • LaSalle, Illinois BELING ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS Designers of Water and Sewer Systems For Municipalities —Power Plants — Heating—Air Conditioning—Plumbing And Electrical Systems For Buildings. Moline, Illinois Peoria, 111. Champaign, 111. Joliet, 111. Rockford, 111. Chicago, 111. Burlington, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa Bettendorf, Iowa Registered Land Surveyors—Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin 195 LA SALLE PERU CITY LINES CHARTER FOR ALL OCCASIONS 701 Putman Street Phone 223-3450 Peru, Illinois “7 it 'd GOOD FOOD ty0 UKlt ••• stop at the IGLOO DRIVE-IN Sandwiches Soft Drinks 2819 4th Street Peru, Illinois Curb Service Phone CA 3-0848 Best Wishes to Graduates of 1966 SPRING VALLEY CITY BANK our sixty-first year Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. 196 INSURED AND APPROVED D. H. MAYOU ROOFING CO. drooling and Siding Contractors 823 CANAL STREET OTTAWA, ILLINOIS Phone 433-0823 INSURANCE 92 YEARS GARZANELLI'S SUPPER CLUB Air Conditioned Exclusively Insurance AUTOMOBILE-FIRE BURGLARY-PLATE GLASS FUR and JEWELRY COMPENSATION and LIABILITY DWELLINGS - MERCANTILE HOME OWNERS’ PACKAGE POLICIES ALL FORMS OFMARINE INSURANCE L. A. REAM, AGCY. Representing The Very Best Companies 223-2443 REAM, AGCY. Robert W. Schulte 811 Peoria Peru Telephone 884-1543 Joseph G. Kulick DIRECTOR FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES 3667 JEFFERSON ST. CARY. INDIANA Chicken — Ravioli T-Bone Steaks — Spaghetti Dial TU 3-8633 On Route 51 Oglesby, Illinois THE THOMPSON DRUG COMPANY Two Registered Pharmacists Edward G. Thompson Dean Thompson 130 East St. Paul Street Spring Valley, Illinois Phone 4-4711 Prescriptions Cosmetics Stationery Kodaks The Magazines Sheet Music Cigars Store Candy Farm Modern With Moews Seed Corn, Alfalfa, Field Seeds, Sorghum, Agricultural Chemicals, Applications 197 Granville, III. Boswell, Ind. LA SALLE THERMOGAS CO The Ideal Fuel For Cooking Water Heating Sales and Service Home Heating For [ p Gas Tractor Clothes Drying _ Motor Fuel Conversions Grain Drying Located ' 2 Mile N. of La Salle on Route 51 P.O. Box 439 — Phone CApital 3-8717 La Salle, Illinois ELWOOD MILLER SHEET METAL SHOP Sheet Metal Work Warm Air Heating Air Conditioning La Solle CA 3-0362 Illinois CURTIN PLUMBING and HEATING Telephone 223-1031 198 227 Bucklin Street La Salle, Illinois ARKINS 8th STREET REXALL DRUGS For “Quality” “Service” See SEATONVILLE ELEVATOR LaSalle, Illinois 1033 8th Street Yours in sickness and in health. Grain —Feed Building Material Telephone Ladd 3181 Seatonville Established 1903 Illinois VALLERO'S Hearth Baked Italian Bread Vallero's Bakery Dalzell, Illinois O Mara Chamlin Architects Engineers Surveyors 3017 Fifth Street, Peru, Illinois, 61354 Phone 223-1134 (Area 815) 224' 2 Liberty Street, Morris, Illinois Phone 942-1402 (Area 815) LADD LANES Ladd Illinois KING SIZE Grapette Dad's Root Beer — Orange Crush Bubble Up Kayo Chocolate — Vess Flavors 3 V Cola SUPERIOR BOTTLING COMPANY Phone CA 3-3400 Peru, III. 199 Zinaloy Flashing Valley Gravel Stop Eavestroughs — Downspouts — and Fittings — Zinc Paint La Salle ZINC Illinois WATSON'S CHOICE MEATS Best Wishes to the Graduates of 1966 LA SALLE NATIONAL BANK LA SALLE, ILLINOIS Complete Banking and Trust Services Oldest and Largest Bank In Tri-City Area Organized in 1880 Gold Carpet Service for Everyone Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Since 1907 653 W. 43rd Street BOulevard 8-0400 Chicago, Illinois Official St. Bede Photographers Since 1932 ROOT PHOTOGRAPHERS 1131 W. Sheridan Rd. Chicago 26, Illinois 761 -5500 200 CURTIN PLUMBING and HEATING Telephone 223-1031 227 Bucklin Street La Salle, Illinois You’re money Ahead! when you do your banking at the r C? ' Ik NATIONAL in Pern fiS Some Smaller Some Larger NONE STRONGER CAMP GROVE STATE BANK Complete Banking Service Member of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Camp Grove Illinois G. C. JEFFERY SONS General Contractors — Housemoving Illinois BALESTRI'S SUPPER CLUB The Finest In Food Steak - Chicken - Chops Sea Food - Raviola - Spaghetti Family Style Dinners A Specialty CA 3-0478 201 Wyanet Phone 548-232) Box 96 254 3rd Street La Salle, Illinois PAUL COHARD m Diamonds Certified Gemologist Jewelry Registered Jeweler American Gem Society 507 East 5th St. Phone CA 3-0627 One and One Half Block West of Westclox Peru Illinois RITTERBUSCH PHARMACY Fred M. Ritterbusch Registered Pharmacist Phone 455 131 West Front Street El Paso, Illinois TV CABLE COMPANY More to See on Cable TV Phone 223-1 106 301 Peru Street P � ru, Illinois HARRY DEBO SON Hardware and Related Lines Plumbing and Warm Air Healing Materials 1723 - 25 Fourth St Peru, Illinois Phone CA 3-0461 ST. MARY'S ACADEMY Boarding School for Girls Nauvoo, Illinois Conducted By BENEDICTINE SISTERS 202 EUREKA SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION 126 Marquette Street La Salle, Illinois Telephone CA 3-0700 BUREAU SERVICE COMPANY Route 34 East Princeton. Illinois Phone 3-1042 “Serving Bureau County Farmers for Twenty Five Years” LASALLE SUPER MARKET 1 53 Marquette Street La Salle, Illinois FOSTER PAINT WALLPAPER STORE 629 1st St. La Salle, III. Phone CA 3-1815 SHINNICK PHARMACY Since 1880 One Call does it all —CA 3-0011 The Schermerhorn Co. LA SALLE, ILLINOIS OFFICE AT CANAL AND MARQUETTE ST. One Dependable Source For All Your Oil-Heat Needs . . . Richard C. Shinnick, R. Ph. 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BEN KASZYNSKI REALTY AND ASSOCIATES Real Estate — Appraisals Property Management 512 Fifth St. Peru, Illinois 223-5404 - 224-1515 H. J. TOBLER TRANSFER, INC. Lo SALLE - PERU Gen Off — Peru, Illinois Offices: Chicago, Peoria Telephone CA 3-0900 Osmund (Mc'ctiic' Co m PaT ELECTRIC TV 612 East 4th Street Phone 223-2880 Peru, Illinois T. S. WILLIS General Contractor 20 E. Milwaukee Street Janesville. Wisconsin ST. BEDE ABBEY ADDITION-1957 210 PERU DAIRY BAR 1920 4th Street Fern, Illinois OGLESBY DAIRY BAR 102 W. Walnut Street Oglesby, Illinois Featuring Illinois Valley Grade “A” Dairy Products. Complete Fountain Service URBANOWSKI FURNITURE MART, INC. 427-431 E. Fifth Street Peru, Illinois Largest Selection of Furniture and Floor Covering in Central Illinois Phone CA 3-0324 C. A. JENSEN JEWELERS Registered Jewelers and Member American Gem Society Established 1919 Phone CA 3-0377 709 First St. LaSalle QUAD CITY ELECTRIC 1005 4th Street Peru, Illinois Best Wishes to Graduates of 1966 PERU FEDERAL SAVINGS and UOAN ASSOCIATION 1800 Fourth Street Peru, Illinois BEVERUY FOOD AND LIQUOR MART 1805-07 West 87th St. Chicago Illinois 21 1 Owner George E. Tomsha Designed and built by the Freyn De- partment of Koppers, the new blast furnace was constructed on a 38-foot- high steel platform while the old furnace remained in operation. This off-site operation saved nearly 6 weeks “down-time”. It took less than 2 hours to move the furnace shell 87 feet. After that less than 12 hours were required to lower the furnace shell 3 feet 4x z inches on to the nine furnace columns. This is the second furnace built “off- site” at Granite City—the first was in 1956 and the second in 1960. This operation has been performed five times in the steel industry—and Eichleay has moved all five. 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Callan And Sons Stonington Illinois ERTEL (GjRAvei (Cj OMPANY ‘Best Concrete Money Can Buy ______West Water Street —Peru ____ ______________Phone 223-0468______ LADD LUMBER AND COAL CO. Building Materials Phone 3231 Ladd, Illinois THE VERMILION INN Air Conditioned Lounge Dining Room Open Daily 5 to 12 Sundays Holidays 12 to 12 At Junction 51 - 71 Between LaSalle Oglesby Phone TU 3-8812 WIL--YUMS DRIVE IN “Good Food Is Our Business” 1844 St. Vincents Ave. LaSalle, 111. 223-0511 CAWLEY-COSTELLO Realtors LaSalle Illinois Certified Seed Soybeans and Seed Oats PIONEER SEED CORN Martin Manning Ladd, Illinois Phone 4353 ST. BEDE BOOSTER Dr. and Mrs. A. Chiaradonna Riverton Illinois 216 HOTEL KASKASKIA LaSalle, Illinois Visit Our Famous Sunday Buffet Beautiful Banquet Rooms That Will Accommodate 5 to 500 Newly Redecorated Modern Guest Rooms Phone 223-1200 Illinois Telephone — 815-224-1060 DISPATCHED” HEATED CONCRETE WASHED SAND and GRAVEL CRUSHED WHITE ROCK FOR ORDERS OR ESTIMATES CA 3-0538 Office After Hour Plant « . ,, Spring Valley Spring Valley Spring Valley 2411 2431 111 N. SPAULDING SPRING VALLEY MARQUETTE SHELL Tune-Ups — Brake Work Road Service Service is Our Business 217 928 Shooting Park Rd. Peru. 111. MCLAIN SERVICE STATION Washing, Greasing, Repair Chicago Motor Club 5th and Peoria Peru. Illinois Phone: 223-1221 STUCKEY’S Fine Pecan Candies Snack Bar —Gifts Texaco Gas Interstate 80 and Plank Road Peru, Illinois UNITED RENT-ALLS Sanding Machines Power Tools Lawn and Garden Tools Loading and Paint Equipment 1718 Peoria Street Invalid Needs Baby Beds Rollaway Beds Party and Banquet Needs Painting Supplies Peru, Illinois Phone: 223-2674 PAUL KHOURY’S Men’s and Young Men’s Apparel Our Best Ads Are Worn —Not Written ’ 825 First Street Peru. Illinois Phone: 223-2602 Patrons Support Book Spring Valley Balestri and Son Bernstein's Boston Store Vincent Galassi Groceries and Meats M and S Hardware Hunter, Doherty and Co. Linnig's Children Shop Spring Valley Fruit Co. Valley News Agency Malooley's Food Market King's Bi-Rite Super Market McFadden's Pharmacy LaSalle A P Tea Company Fitch's Laundry and Cleaners, Inc. Foley's Market Formhal's Drug Store Grove's Cleaners and Laundromat Herrcke's Hardware Hummer Furniture Company Koszynski Caterers LaSalle County Travel Agency Lambert-Jones Motors, Inc. M M Record and Radio Shop O'Leary's Purity Drug Store Reardon's Floor Covering and Dry Goods Store Urbanowski Super Market Peru Bader-Blass Clothiers Ken. R. Bleck Agency Faletti-Bloomstrand Realty Johnnies Grocery and Meats Kratz Company LeRoy's Refrigerator Company W. H. Maze Company Micheli's Garage, Inc. Peru Greenhouses Peru Motors Peterman Ford, Inc. Smith Oil Service Center South Bluff Country Club Tou-Rest Motel Vlastniks Clothing Baker Paper Company Oshkosh, Wisconsin Barrett Hardware Co. Joliet, Illinois Bob's Citgo Service Princeton, Illinois Eleanors Beauty Nook West Bend, Wisconsin Hopkins Standard Service Henry, Illinois Jamieson, Inc. Chicago, Illinois Meagher's Bookkeeping and Tax Service Ottawa, Illinois Schlipmann Tractor Soles Quincy, Illinois Stratton Draperies Bloomington, Illinois James L. Schopp Insurance Streator, Illinois Underwood Sunstrond Agency Ottawa, Illinois Most Rev. John B. Franz Peoria Right Rev. Lawerence Vohs, O.S.B. Peru Rt. Rev. S D. Bernardi LaSalle Rt. Rev. Joseph Kapala Spring Valley Rev. Edward Duncan Champaign Rev. James J. Fay Spring Valley Rev. Theodore Fuertges, O.S.B. Ottawa Rev. Leo L. Henkel Peru Rev. Victor Henkel, O.S.B. Peru Rev. C. Jagodzinski Peru Rev. George Jung, O.S.B. Ottawa Rev. Kolman Kassovic Spring Valley Rev. William Kirk, O.S.B. Ladd Rev. Christopher Kunkel, O.S.B. Peru Rev. W. Kwinn Spring Valley Rev. Valentine Liss LaSalle Rev. Alcuin Mueller, O.S.B. Dalzell Rev. William Carey Granville Rev. John Onderko LaSalle Rev. Paul Schlimm, O.S.B. Chicago Rev. R. A. Schueth LaSalle Rev. Nobert Tibesar, O.S.B. Chicago Rev. Michael VanRaes Peru Vincentian Fathers LaSalle Rev. John Fitzgerald, O.S.B. Cherry Rev. M. Zeleznikar LaSalle Peru Dr. Robert J. Challenger Dr. V. R. Darner Dr. and Mrs. W. J. Farley Dr. and Mrs. J. L. Moran Dr. and Mrs. J. Rooney Dr. and Mrs. G. Toraason Dr. and Mrs. W. J. Utz LaSalle Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Aplington Dr. and Mrs. E. Gallardo Dr. and Mrs. J. F. Sickley Dr. and Mrs. Stanley Wrobel Spring Valley Dr. and Mrs. S. M. Estrin Dr. and Mrs. H. J. Jacobs Dr. and Mrs. J. Leydon Dr. and Mrs. L. Lukancic PERU Mr. and Mrs. J. Basaloy Bosshart Family Atty. J. Clinch Attys. Duncan and Duncan Mr. and Mrs. W. Meyer Mr. and Mrs. Herman Potthoff Mrs. C. Przybyla Mr. and Mrs. G. Smith Mr. and Mrs. E. Sonnenberg Mr. and Mrs. G. Weiden LASALLE Mr. and Mrs. J. Baznik Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Conerton Mr. and Mrs. J. Foley Mr. and Mrs. R. Gatza Mrs. W. Haskins Mr. and Mrs. W. Kotecki Mr. and Mrs. A. Lijewski Mr. and Mrs. V. Marenda Mr. and Mrs. S. Manicki Mr. and Mrs. F. O'Donnell Mr. and Mrs. L Orlandini, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. C. Poremski Mr. and Mrs. R. Savage SPRING VALLEY Mr. and Mrs. C. Barnato Atty. Bruno Bernabei Mr. and Mrs. J. Chiado Mr. and Mrs. A. Evoskis Mr. and Mrs. H. Hildebrandt Mr. C. N. Hollerich Mrs. W. C. Hollerich Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Mason Perona and Perona LADD Mr. and Mrs. T. Barry Mr. and Mrs. C. Fiocchi Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Rounds CHAMPAIGN Mr. and Mrs. W. Birtcher Mr. G. Heninger Mr. and Mrs. J. LaRocque Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Mallinger Mr. and Mrs. J. McElligott BLOOMINGTON Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Cox Mr. and Mrs. S. Huey Dr. and Mrs. G. B. McNeely CHICAGO Mr. and Mrs. T. Brennan Mr. and Mrs. B. Colleran Rev. James Colleran Mr. and Mrs. J. Cundari Mr. and Mrs. R. Dinucce Mr. K. Dooley Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Gericke Mrs. M. Gericke Mr. and Mrs. L. Lopatka Dr. and Mrs. J. Mennella The G. A. Muellner Family The Joseph Ori Family Mr. and Mrs. W. Voris ILLINOIS Mr. L. F. Alongi Rock Island Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Bartoli Arlington Mr. and Mrs. C. Bauer Sterling Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Bellino Standard Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Berens Springfield Mr. and Mrs. F. Borkowsky Ottawa Mrs. M. G. Burke Elmhurst Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Casey Riverdale Mr. R. H. Eberhardt Evergreen Park C. M. Finlen Minonk Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Finnegan Beardstown Mr. and Mrs. C. Ganshert Freeport Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Gnidovec Streator Mrs. F. J. Hankey El Paso Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Harth Mendota Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Hewitt Cherry Mrs. W. Kinderski Oak Lawn Mr. and Mrs. A. Kunkel Lostant Mr. and Mrs. J. Miholic Waukegan Mr. and Mrs. Wm. B. Miller Oak Park Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Mulvany Marseilles Mr. and Mrs. M. O'Rourke Gifford Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Ogrin Waukegan Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Padella Monmouth Mr. P. Perrecone Rockford Mr. R. A. Propheter Sterling Mr. and Mrs. F. Ritterbusch El Paso Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Schlicksup M.D. Peoria Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Schopp Streator Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Sheehan Peoria Dr. and Mrs. J. J. Smith Waverly Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Stibeck Mundelein Mr. and Mrs. M. Swanson Rockford Dr. and Mrs. B. Tyrrell Lansing Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Vandiver Henry Mr. and Mrs. E. Walsh Ottawa Mr. and Mrs. A. Weiher Bartlett OUT OF STATE Mr. and Mrs. L. Bast West Bend, Wisconsin Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Baznik Athens, Georgia Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Beck Cincinnati, Ohio Maj. J. M. Boyle Andrews AFB Washington, D.C. Mrs. R. Charpentier Valparaiso, Ind. Dr. and Mrs. T. E. Henney Portage, Wisconsin Mr. and Mrs. J. Herman Monroe, Wisconsin Mr. and Mrs. J. Hoefer Medina, Ohio Mrs. T. A. McKiernan Fort Wayne, Ind. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Luppens Worthington, Ohio Mr. and Mrs. L. T. Miller Davenport, Iowa Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Proulx Clinton, Iowa Dr. and Mrs. G. J. Schroer Sidney, Ohio Dr. and Mrs. C. N. Sanger Pewaukee, Wisconsin Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Speichert Cedar Lake, Ind. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Wessels Muscatine, Iowa Index A ADMINISTRATION.............78-81 ADVERTISERS..............188-218 ADVERTISING PATRONS . . .218 Ajster, A....................180 Ablinger, Rev. Alban, O.S.B..95 Alongi, J................180,184 Anderson, Sgt. C..............21 Andreoni, D................5,145 Andreoni, J.....107,112,115,116, Ankiewicz, R. Antkowiak, J. Anton, R. . . Aplington, R. Aplington, W. Arbisi, D. . . Arends, G. . . Arkins, J. M. Arkins, J. R. ATHLETICS 153 ......145 ......145 ......180 ......137 ......145 75,120,1 37 49,110,153 . . 164,178 ......145 . . 105-133 B Bachman, Chief Petty Officer R. . . .21 Baird, R........................153 Baldini, G......................137 Balestri, W............. 58,137,143 Ballerini, F....................180 Balma, J........................137 Balsavich, Rev. Marion, O.S.B. ... 97 BAND..........................60-61 Barlage, P................98,112,15 3 Barnato, R......................145 Barron, Br. Stephen, O.S.B.......96 Barron, Mr. W.................23,68 Barry, T........................145 Barsztaitis, J..................145 Bartoli, J...................130,15 3 Basalay, G.......40,74,106,107,108, 112 Basalay, J...................74,145 Basalay, Mr. J...................68 BASEBALL....................106-108 BASKETBALI..................122-128 Bast, G..............60,110,112,164 Bauch, F........................180 Baznik, J.......................145 Bauer, R............. 59,72,109,164 Bean, Mrs. R.....................18 Beck, A.....................120,137 Becker, K...................109,164 BEDAN BRUIT......................66 BEDEY BEAKER BREAKERS. . .67 Belcher, K......................145 Bellino, J......... 107,118,130,145 BENEDICTINE BROTHERS. . . 32 Benoit, R................ 58,92,164 Bergonia, R.....................137 Berens, P....... 28,59,73,107,1 12, 153 Bergschneider, Miss Joann.........14 Bernabei, D......................153 Bertolino, J.................118,145 Biagi, J.....................120,137 Biagioni, E......................137 Bibula, R.....................60,153 Bickham, C............19,107,112,164 Biernat, J.......................137 Biolchini, P..................60,137 Birkenbuel, Mrs. R.............18,83 Birtcher, M...............16,118,145 BISHOP............................31 Blocher, Mr. A............. 50,60,92 Block, G.........................145 Block, R.........................153 Blum, K......................165,178 Blum, L..........................145 Bochenck, P......................153 Borkowsky, F.............. 59,95,165 Bosshart, T..............110,112,165 Bourdreau, B..................66,145 Boyd, Mr. J.......................20 Boyle, J.........................145 Boyle, M...................62,75,137 Bozonelos, M.................120,137 Bracken, T.......................146 Bradner, Bro. Thaddeus, O.S.B. . . 32 Brandow, P............. 67,87,95,165 Branstetter, W...................158 Brennan, J...........66,1 37,158,160 Brennan, W.......................137 Brisch, Rev. Leonard, O.S.B.......92 Brittingham, D...............118,146 Brunick, M.......................158 Buchholz, R..........110,118,130,146 Bulfcr, M........................158 Bulfer, S........................137 Bulfer, Rev. Gilbert, O.S.B.......87 Bullock, Rev. Gabriel, O.S.B. . . 59,84 Burke, B..............15,110,112,146 Burke, T.....................103,158 Butler, A........................146 C Cahill, W......................158 Callahan, Rev. Michael, O.S.B. ... 81 Callan, M...............61,120,137 Camatti,J......................137 CAMPUS ACTIVITIES............6-33 Cantwell, R.................38,120 Carr, B.....................48,158 Casey, D...................146,147 Ceresa, G......................165 Ceresa, R......................146 Ceresa, Mr. V..................103 Chamness, S................118,146 Charpentier, T.................138 CHEERLEADERS...............102,129 Cheslic, Jas...............122,153 Cheslic, John...............61,138 Chiado, M......................153 Chiaradonna, N...........67,110,15 3 Cima, Rev. Augustine, O.S.B. . . 17,82 COLLEGE DAY.....................19 College Freshmen...........158,161 Colleran, P.................60,146 Comyns, Rev. Herbert, O.S.B.....94 Conerton, F....................165 Conerton, K.................75,138 CONTENTS.......................4-5 Corpus, Rev. Roger, O.S.B.........103 Cox,J.............................153 Cox, P............................146 Cramer, W............. 112,165 Crane, T...............130,146 Crawford, R.......................153 Cregier, R....... 1 10,122,124,126, 127,153 Cronley, T........................158 Crowe. Rev. Hugh, O.S.B. . . 17,37,93 Cruise, A..........................87 Cully, T.......61,110,112,165 Cummings, M..... 120,132,138 Cundari, J.............120,13� CURRICULUM......................34-53 D 221 Daft, E. 120,138 Index Datzman, Rev. Harold, O.S.B. . . .16, 18,20,88 Davey, D.........................158 Dcutsch, R.......................166 Dewes, L.................. 29,72,166 Diamond, J.......................158 Dietz, K.........................180 Dinucce, E....................85,158 Dirks, B......................24,153 Dobbles, W.......................180 Dobrydina, D.....................146 Dobrydina, P.....................166 Doherty, J............. 75,1 30,1 38 Domkuski, R......................153 Donaldson, J.....................154 Donarski, S......................166 Donna, D......................74,146 Donnelly, M..................118,146 Donnelly, T...............66,112,154 Dooley, D.................88,138,154 Dooley, M........................146 Dooley, R........................146 Dorneden, M..................118,146 Downey, J.......... 60,70,75,120,138 Doyle, _.........................154 Dubach, A.............60,110,112,146 Duffy, F.........................188 Duguid, Sgt. J....................21 Duncan, Rev. David, O.S.B. . . 75,95 Duncan, J. J.....................166 Duncan, J. S..................72,166 Dura, M................. 120,136,138 Dutkiewicz, A....................167 Dutkiewicz, J.............60,110,154 Ebcner, J.........................146 Eberhardt, R......................138 Egan,J........................120,138 Elwell, Mr. J......................83 Engleman, E.......................146 Engles, B........... 29,118,147,148 Ennenbach, John................74,147 Ennenbach, Joseph . . . 16,62,71,72, 167 Erlacher, Bro. Vincent, O.S.B. ... 32 Essi, G...........................154 Evoskis, L....................122,154 Ewers, Sgt. R......................21 FACULTY..........................76 Fair, A.........................181 Fanning, J..............112,130,147 Farley, D...............110,112,154 Fee, P...............17,110,118,147 Feeney, B................73,110,154 Feiser, D.......................147 Fenza, W................. 44,74,147 Fernandez, A...............120,1 38 Ferrugia, 1.......................158 Finlen, John................45,48,158 Finnegan, M.......................158 Finnegan, T...............110,111,154 Fitzgerald, Rev. John, O.S.B.....4 3, 101 Fiocchi, P....................120,138 Flaherty, D....................60,138 Flaherty, John....................138 Flaherty, Kurt....................147 Flaherty, Rev. Louis, O.S.B........30 Flood, J......................120,138 Foley, J............. 58,70,71,72,167 Fonderoli, R......................138 FOOTBALL......................112-121 Fox, M............................181 Franz, Most Rev. John B............31 Frasor, Miss M. E..................15 Frasor, T......................37,158 Fredrickson, Bro. Joseph, O.S.B.. .80 Fredrickson, Rev. Owen, O.S.B. ..11 50,69,79 Freehill, D...................159,180 FRESHMEN......................136-143 Frey, J...........................158 Fritz, Rev. Henry, O.S.B..........102 Fronczke, P............74,110,119,147 Fronczke, W.......................Ill Furlan, J.........................138 Fusinetti, J................110,1 54 Gaffney, Mr. Harold . . . 99,107,120, 128 Galassi, J..............110,112,147 Galassi, L..................120,138 Galassi, W................112,154 Galiardi, Rev. Roman, O.S.B. . . 19 Gallagher, G............. 59,73,181 Garland, T......................158 Gatza, F..............110,118,147 Gedraitis, J....................138 Geisbush, G.................120,138 George, Rev. Victor..........37,100 Gende, G........................138 Gericke, P......... 64,65,87,93,167 Gillan, R.......................154 Giordano, Mr. J..................67 Gira, B.......... 11,95,158,159,185 Gira, Mr. Mrs. B...............11 Gira, J..........................11 Gnidovec, G.....................138 Gnidovec, J.................120,159 Goerlich, E................120,1 38 Gorham, Mrs. F................18,82 Gorman, Rev. Kevin, O.S.B. . .98,128 Gorski, R.......................147 Gorski, T.......................138 GRADUATES...................162-187 Graham, T............... 37,107,154 Grandolfo, P....................181 Greving, Br. Leo M.S............159 Gross, G........................147 Grubich, D......................138 Grzybowski, G...............145 Guerrieri, J................101,167 Guerrini, W. . . . 14,110,111,113,112 Guisti, G.......................148 H Haas, D.............. 62,75,120,138 Haas, G............... 63,66,74,148 Haas, J......................60,148 Haley, K.............22,110,118,148 Hankey, T................45,120,138 Harth, J.....................44,148 Haskins, D...... 19,59,108,112,167 Hatfield, Rev. Placid, O.S.B.....85 Hawley, M.......... 120,132,133,139 Hayden, Mr. D....................68 Hayden, Mr. G....................68 Heagy, D....................130,148 Heagy, J........................154 Hebei, R........................154 Hebei, R. L.............112,113,167 Hebei, J........................139 Henkel, C.......................148 Henkel, M.........................1 39 Henkel, M. G............112,116,168 Henkel, S.......................181 Henneberry, J...............181,182 Henney, T...................118,148 Heraty, L....................36,148 Herman, A.......................181 Hersted, E......................181 Hetzner, J......................154 Hewitt, G....................52,168 Hewitt, P.......................139 Heyd, Rev. Joseph, O.S.B.........91 Hickey, Fr. Maurus, O.S.B........97 Hildebrandt, H..............109,168 Hochstatter, T..................139 Hodgson, Rev. Kent, O.P..........16 Hoefer, M....................60,168 Hollerich, C............ 73,154,155 Hollerich, J....................139 Hollerich, Mrs. W................69 Hollerich, W.................75,139 HOMECOMING....................12-13 HONORS-ORGANIZATIONS. . . . 54-75 Hopkins, D.. 148 Horzen, Rev. Bernard, O.S.B.....51, 57,67,84 Hoyland, M..................144,148 Huey, M.....................120,139 Hydock, J...................107,148 Hylla, E........................139 I Irvin, Fr. Augustine, O.S.B......97 222 Ihnken, S Imig, R. . M 159 159 Jacobs, J 159 Jadrich, R 75,139 Janko, M . . 75,121,132,139 Janz, J 58,154 Jeffery, R . . .90,94,1 10,168 Jcsiolowski, S. . . 154 Johnson, I . . . 75,99,120,139 Johnson, R . . . . 47,58,72,155 Jones, G 168 Jordan, J 61,148 Jozwiak. K 110,148 JUNIORS 152-157 K Kachinovas, P....................155 Kaiser, M. . . . 120,45,62,67,137,139 Kapacinsicas, G........10,29,58,110, 118,148 Kapinski, 1......................139 Kaye, J..........................139 Kearin, J................110,112,155 Kelly, K...................13,60,169 Kelps, R......................44,148 Kendrick, Rev. Dennis, O.S.B. ... 92 Kennedy, E.......................169 Kennedy, P.......................155 Kerkhoff, W..................120,139 Kilarski, V..............61,110,148 erski, F....................159 Kinsella, 1......................159 Kinsella, P...................60,148 Kinsella, V......................139 Klein, J.........................139 Klepczarek, J........64,110,112,116, 169 Knuth, J.........................155 Koehler, J.......................140 Koenen, W........................155 Komater, J.......................140 Kopina, M.....................73,155 Kotecki, M.......................148 Koyak, P.................. 43,59,169 Krolak, T........................169 Krueger, T. . . .74,1 18,122,124,126, 127 Kuczynski, Bro. James, M.S. . . .182 Kulpa, G.........................169 Kuffel, Mr. Ronald...............100 KufTel, Mrs. Ronald..............100 Kunkel, J........................120 Kurtz, R.........................169 Kusek, D.....................109,170 L 74,148 Index Langdon, B.............. 37,146,149 Langham, J......................159 Langham, R...................62,155 Langham, W......................159 LaRocque, J...... 5 2,59,72,84,112, 170 Lauer, Rev. Eugene, O.S.B..........90 Lauer, Br. Mark, O.S.B.,............96 La Valle, A........................159 Lee, K.............................182 Lemon, D...........................182 Leydon, Mrs. J......................24 Lenski, R..........................155 Lcsnak, R.............110,112,149 Liessc, D................71,85,170 Lijewski, D . . . . 149 Lijewski, T . ... 140 Linnig, T . ... 182 Locke, J . ... 155 Loebach, D . 59,182 Longman, R . 122,155 Lopatka, Rev. Felix, O.S.B. . .... 80 Luba, R . . 28,140 Lund, J . . 23,155 Luppcns, C.......................155 Lyons, M.........................149 Me McAdamis, J....................155 McAdams, R.....................159 McCann, K......................140 McConnell, G............ 59,90,170 McCrindlc, M...................155 McElligott, J. . . . 57,63,66,71,72,110, 170 McFadden, R....................182 McHalc, Miss J..................14 McKean, Rev. Benedict, O.S.B. ... 96 McKeon, D. . . .67,71,72,89,109,170 McKiernan, J.............16,46,159 McNeely, T............ 120,132,140 McVcy, T...................120,140 Maciejewski, D...............132,140 Maciejewski, R...................155 Mack, J..........................182 Maggi, R.........................183 Maguy, M.........................159 Mahar, M.........................140 Maher,J........ 15,38,92,102,107,155 Malavolti, F......................30 Mallinger, R...... 60,63,74,146,148, 149 Malooley, R......................183 Manicki, J...................132,140 Manning, E.............. 120,140,143 Manning, J.......................155 Manning, M. . . 122,118,130,148,149 Manrriquez, J....................159 Marenda, D...................120,140 Marenda, P.......................170 Margherio, R..................74,149 Marinangeli, R....... 75,120,140,143 Martin, J........... 107,112,130,149 Martin, M. . . . 28,59,63,73,155,156 Mason, D......................74,149 Mason, L.........................171 Matarelli, Miss T.................14 Mattingly, Rev. Allen, O.S.B.. . .38,70 Mattingly, G..........61,110,118,149 Matulenas, Rev. Raymond. O.S.B.. .85 May, R...........................183 Mayszak, P.......................149 Mazzuchelli, Rev. Matthew, O.S.B 103 Meglan, Mr. J.....................103 Mennella, J...................182,183 MEN’S CLUB.........................68 Mente, M..........................156 Menton, R......................45,140 Mertel, Mrs. A.....................69 Mertel, T......................79,149 Mertzinger, Mr. F..................19 Meyer, G.......................62,156 223 Lally, J Meyer, D..........................149 Meyer, Mrs. W......................69 Miholic, J........................171 Milcarek, M.......................156 Milcarek, P.......................140 Milhone, Rev. Damian, O.S.B. ... 86 Milhone, Mr. G...................71,90 Miller, E.............. 50,60,140 Miller, M.................120,140 MISSION BAZAAR.................17 Moloney, MissD..................15 Moloney, T.....................141 Moore, H...................120,141 Morandi, A.................118,149 Morris, R......................183 MOTHERS’ CLUB...................69 Mueller, C...............21,38,171 Muellner, P....................159 Mullen, Miss G..................14 Muller, R...................57,141 Mulvany, D.............118,147,149 Mulvany, T...... 60,74,131,147,149 Munoz, J.......................159 Murphy, D......................159 N Nagle, Daniel . . . . . 65,110,155,156 Nagle, David . . . 14,110,112,116,171 Nagle, T NAUVOO DAY 14,15 Navin, P . . 61,66,70,72,171 Navin, T Nedza, E Neher, J Neill, J Neill, D Nemeth, S 28,73,156 Nesti, N Nesti, T Novak, E 61,141 O O’Connell, K................84,1 72 O’Connor, D..............11,109,172 O'Connor, Mr. Mrs. J...........11 O’Connor, P.....................183 O’Donnell, M................149,151 Ogrin, A................107,122,156 Ogrin, W.......... 11,42,74,118,150 Oklesen, R......................172 Ori, R................15,49,110,156 Orlandi, L........ 1 18,122,125,150 Orlandi, T...................41,172 Orlandini, M........ 75,132,133,141 O’Rourke, T. . . .41,63,110,111,172 Oscepinski, J.................38,141 Oscepinski, M....................150 Ossola, M........................183 Over, H......................130,150 Index P Padella, A . . 98,110,118,156 Pakula, D . . 59,97,181.183 Paprocki, W 173 Pattarozzi, M 118,150 PATRONS 218 Patyk, J 141 Pechauer, T 102,183 Peck, T . . . 110,146,150 Pcifer, Rev. Claude, O.S.B 96 Pcrrecone, C. . . . 183 Perrin, Miss M. . . 14 Perry, Rev. Robert, O.P 16 Petersen, E 160 Peterson, J 94,160 Peterson, T 37,160 Philipaitis, G. . . . 52,61,173 Piacenti, M 150 Piano, F 159 Piano, J 141 Piccioli, D 70,156 Pigati, T . 120,132,133,141 Pittman, D 150 Pizzolato, M 160 Pondinas, D 141 Poremski, M 73,156 Potthoff, C 173 Potthoff, M 150 Potthoff, R 150 Pozzi, R 141 Propheter, P 160 Proulx, J 107,156 Przybyla, K 141 Ptak, E 64 Ptak, G .... 82,181,184 Ptak, J 118,150 Ptak, M 120,141 Puetz, G 61,141 Pumo, R 160 Pyrz, G • • • 28,37,73,156 Pyszka J 173 Pyszka, W 141 R Raef, H . . 101,173 Raffety, M . . 120,141 Raffety, N 73,128,155,156 Raley, Rev. Adam, O.S.B. . 97 Ramsey, Miss M 15 Reardon, E . . . 58,173 RECORDS • . . . 58-59 Regan, D . . . . 5,156 REGISTRATION . . . .10-11 RELIGIOUS FUNCTIONS. ... 16 Reset ich, J 150 Resetich, M 112,1 30,1 31,150 Reviglio, P . . 141,120 Reviglio, W 141 Reyes-Guerra, Mr. D. . . . 22 Rhodes, C . . .60,141 Rhodes, J . 58,141,60 Ries, D . . . 74,150 Ritterbusch, D . . . 73,160 Riva, D 160 Roach, M 5,110,118,148,150 Robich, G 150 Robich, Mrs. J 69 Romagnoli, M 142 Romanelli, R 160 Rooney, J 118,119,144,150 Rose, W . . 118,150 Rothenberger, R 60,75,142 Rounds, W 156 Rucinski, T 16,102,110,129, 156,157 Russell, Rev. Bede, O.S.B. 89 Rutkowski, D 142 Rutkowski, R .... 142 Ruva, R 184 S St. Ambrose, Choral . . . . 20 Salcedo, L......................45,160 Sajnaj, D......................120,142 Sale, G.................... 75,120,142 Sanger, M..........................160 Savage, R.......................38,142 Scheidler, Rev. Alfred, O.S.B.......93 224 Index Schlicksup, J.....................184 Schlipmann, M. . . . 4 . . . 63,110,1 50 Schmit, Rev. Arthur, O.S.B........57, 71,79 Schneider, M......................157 Schneidereit, R................60,142 Schnoor, S............. 23,60,107,174 Schopp, W................118,146,1 50 Schreiner, R................107,112 Schroer, T. . . . 14,60,63,73,129,157 Schroer, V. . . . 60,120,132,139,142 Schryer, R........................184 Schumacher, J.....................174 SCIENCE FAIR....................56,57 Scott, R..........................174 Scriba, M.........................160 Shea, T.......... 107,122,124-127,157 Sheehan, T................. 59,83,174 Shinnick, R...................120,142 Sipe, D...........................174 SISTERS....................33,186,187 Sister Celestia...................187 Sister Colleen....................187 Sister Fiorina.....................33 Sister Hermana.....................33 Sister Janice..................46,186 Sister Jolene.....................187 Sister Lidia.......................33 Sister Lisa Ann................52,186 Sister Lynne Marie................187 Sister M. Magdalena...............187 Sister Rose Virginia..............186 Sister M. Teresa...............52,187 Skowronski, R..................23,174 Slusarek, M....................142,60 Smith, G......................130,150 Smith, J. M............61,110,118,150 Smith, Mark............... 58,146,150 Smith, M. G....................61,157 Smith, M. W.............21,71,174,179 Snyder, Rev. Andrew, O.S.B. . . .5,88, 140 Snyder, L.................. 74,150,60 Solymossy, 0......................142 Sondgeroth, L.....................157 Sonnenberg, M...............70,51,157 SOPHOMORES....................144-151 Sorrentino, D.....................150 Souse, Rev. Stephen, O.S.B.......79 Speck, Rev. Charles, O.S.B.........94 Speichert, M.............. 5 3,95,174 Speltz, R...... 5,57,87,106,107,175 Spoeri, R.........................142 Sprenger, R.......................160 Stacy, M.......................59,184 Stebbins, W.......................142 Stein, D..........................175 Stibeck, R.....................64,157 Steiner, K.....................46,161 Steinz, J.........................175 Stephens, A.......................150 Sterling, P........... 12,120,137,142 Stibeck, R.........................161 Storey, Mr. J.......................68 Stout, C.................... 37,60,157 Stout, S.................. 144,146,150 Stratton, J........................161 Stremlau, Rev. Gordian, O.S.B.. . .45, 78 Stremlau, M........................150 Strothmann, J................71,72,175 STUDENT COUNCIL..................56,57 Sullivan, J........................161 Sullivan, T........................161 Swift, Miss M.......................15 Swanson, M................10,1 56,1 57 Szczepaniak, R..................75,142 Vohs, M...........................151 Voris, J.........................161 Voris, W..........................161 W Wagner, J....................83,143 Waldschmidt, Rev. Valens, O.F.M.. . 16 Walsh, B............... 120,132,143 Wasilewski, S...................151 Wasilewski, P...................161 Watson, P.......................176 Weber, J.........................95 Weber, W....................158,185 Weiher, P...... 10,102,1 10,129,155, 157 Weiland, J......................161 Wei gat, M. . . . 107,1 18,130,131,151. Talia no, J 142 148 TENNIS 109 Welgatt, J . . 23,18,42,176 Terando, Miss M. J 15 Weller, F 161 Terrell, SSGT.. R 21 Welsh, Rev. Timothy, O.S.B. ... 57, Thise, L 142 89 Tieman, C 184 Wenskunas, T. . . . . 48,59,176,178 Tieman, J 51,107,157 Wesscls, T 151 Tobiasz, R 142 Williamson, Sgt. R. . 21 Tobiasz, W . .18,19,23 Wilson, R 19,157 Tomaszewski, G 176 Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. R 19 Tonelli, I 142 Winters, Miss E. . . . 14 Tonelli, J 185 Withrow, D 67,177 Toraason, J 59,73,: 110,112,157 Withrow, R 185 Toraason, M . . . 74,150 Wojciechowski, J. . . 29,67,71,72,177 TRACK . . 110,111 Wojciechowski, T. . . 143 Trench, W 185 Wolf, S 118,151 Troglio, Mr. J . . . 99,112 Woods, R 27 Turek, J Wollack, D 151 Twardowski, M . . 1 11,161 Wrobel, W .71,107,171,177 Tyrrell, Timothy . 59,60,150 Wujek, J 74,151 Tyrrell, Thomas . . . . 5,176 Wyzgowski, Mr. D.. . .49,98,109,118 U UNDERGRADUATES. . . . 134-161 Urban, D........ 61,98,109,157 Urbanowski, D..............157 Urbanowski, M...........75,143 Yerly, A..........................61,143 Zandecki, D 143 V Zapf, S 177 Zawacki, W . . . .61,143 Vallero, J. . . . 19,48,107,122,127,176 Zborowski, D 74 VanDaele, M. 110,176 Zborowski, S 151 VanDaele, S. . 112,176 Zebarth, M 161 VanDaele, T. 118,132,143 Ziel, J 151 Vandiver, M. . 48,176 Zielinski, I 157 Vercellone, A. 16,161 Zmudka, J . . 28,73,157 Verucchi, R. 59,99,120,185 Znaniecki, David . . . 118,151 VIA BA EDA . 62,63 Znaniecki, Dean 143 Vidal, P. . . . 143 Zomboracz, B . . . 118,177 Vignali, C. . . 143 Zomboracz, W 151 Virgo, G. . . 185 Zomboracz, Mrs. W. . . 69 Vohs, Rt. 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