Academy of the Holy Names - JM Yearbook (Albany, NY)

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Weather Changes Plans by Margaret Christoff Rome Day, the day when we were to meet our Roman friends in com- petition on the volleyball court, was set this year for October fifteenth. Although clouds turned the sky leaden gray that morning, we were all hope- ful that the sun would make its ap- pearance before we reached our des- tination. The weather appeared to be improving as we neared the end of our journey, but soon after our arrival it started to rain. All the hard work of the varsity and junior varsity volley- ball teams had been in vain, for the games had to be cancelled. The Romans had some entertain- ment planned for us, however. A beautiful movie about the Vatican was followedby the heartwarming story of Volley Ball Rei by Joyce Alma Mater, hail to thee. . . So goes the first line of our school song. Inspired by the words of this beautiful song, the six high school classes raised their hopes high in anticipation of the volleyball intramurals. Prepara- tions included preparing cheers, making mascots and pins, drawing on blackboards and, in general, arousing that spirit typical of A.H.N. ln the Freshman game between the Humming Birds and Bee-Jets , the latter won and then challenged the Jun- ior Jumpers. But the upperclassmen proved their worth and clinched the victory. The Yellow Jackets and Bobby Sockers, our two Sophomore teams, fought a close battle with the Yellow Jackets winning the game. Then the victorious Sophs played the Junior Jumpers and through team co-ordina- tion and determined spirit went on to claim victory. Finally the Yellow Jackets played the Seniors, and after a give-and -take battle, they claimed the victor's crown giving the Sophomores aperfect ending to a glorious round of games. With hearty congratulations the en- tire studentbody bowed to the victors, The Littlest Angel . Meanwhile the Seniors were given the privileges of seeing the novices. After the movies, talent from both schools was exhibited, two puppet shows in French were put on by the Rome girls, and the Albany students contributed several musical selections, both solo and choral sing- ing. By this time we were ready to eat, andthe hot dogs, soda, cup-cakes, and assorted candies were really delici- ous. But time was running out on us, and after bidding good-bye to the Ro- mans, we boarded the buses for home. We arrived in Albany, exhausted but happy, full of pleasing memories of a wonderful day. gns Supreme Galante rejoicing with them in their hard-won victory. And all, whether among the winners or defeated, unite in praise of their school, . . . We all agree, all hail to thee . VICTORIOUS SOPI-IOMORES Barbara Bachman, Barbara Glavin, Donna Gallo, Mary Keveney, Mary Ann Heim, Danielle Dubois, Jeanne Boylan, Ria Driessen, Janice Brennan.

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Ad Jesum Per Mariom by Mary Theresa Higgins The Living Rosary Soduliiy lnifioies Unit System Honors Mary Prayer in action, the Living Rosary is a moving profession of love. Our Living Rosary was under the direction of co-chair- men Clare Rooney and Kathy Doyle. By their in- genuity and ability to ob-I tain the co-operation of the entire student body, the processionwas a suc- cess. The swelling voices of the participants raised in unisant prayer could not fail to please the ears of God. The beauty of the spectacle was seen in the s inc e r ity of all those present, the spectators as well as the girls who Walked in silence down Robin Street, through the school gates to the lower c ampu s , to offer them- selves to Mary at her grotto. The Seniors, who walked in cross-for- mation carrying lamps signifying the Light of the World, were followed by the underclassmen who formed decades. Each girl representing a bead carried a rose which was placed uponthe altar dur- ing the hymn sung at the the completion of each decade This demonstra- tion of love closed with Benediction celebrated by F athe r Edgar . Holden. Such an example of Cath- olic Action is a glowing symbol of the light of faith that cannot be quenched by the darkness of man's ignorance. Among the many organizations here at A.H.N. there is one that is in reality much more than just that. It is a way of life! Your membership in this association does not terminate upon leaving high school,but lasts for your entire life. Likewise, the duties as a member of this society are yours for- ever. The value of such an organization to you--its goal,the means used to obtain the goal, and the re- ward--is best expressed inthe motto of this organi- zation, To Jesus Through Mary. The purpose of the meetings of this association is to aid its members to become more Mary-like. During this school year, the leaders of the as- sociation-- Prefect, MarciaRappgVice-Pre- fect, Mary Pat Lyons, Secretary, Mary The- resa Higginsg Treas- urer, Maureen Maloy-- with the advice of the moderator and of the director, Sister Francis Henry and Father Edgar Holden, O.F.M. Conv., initiated a new method of holding meetings known as the unit sys- tem. This system en- ables everyone to take a more active part in weekly meetings. At the general meetings held monthly, members can obtain a broader view- point on spiritual as well as social problems of the day through the var- ious unit reports. An attempt is being made to perfect this system so that in the future it may benefit the members of this association in the best way possible. Since this organi- zation is a way of life, it must have both the spiritual and apostolic I5 branches. By per- forming the duties of this association and by fol- lowing its rules, such as Mass and Communion at school on the first Sat- urday of each month, the spiritual part of your life is happy and peace- f u l. T h e apostolic branch of this organi- zation is in action when the members, through their deeds, are influ- encing others to do good, and showing that a won- derful time can be had much more pleasantly in the right way than in the wrong way. Therefore this organization spon- sors such activities as dances, plays, and col- lections for the poor. Membership in this society is something to strive for and, when ob- tained, to live, for this organization is the So- dality of Our Lady! The sodality provides the formula for real hap- piness in this life as well as in the next. Are you following this formula of formulae?

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f lvl, . , 1 40 ' was , A Breath of Paris by Sandra Nowak The residents of the Albany area have had the pleasure of listening to a renowned group of singers, The Little Singers of Paris , made possible by the arrangements of our music de- partment. The concert, a benefit per- formance for our new high school, was conducted at Gibbons Hall on Siena College Campus, Sunday, October 16, at 3 p.m. The entire student body enthusi- astically sold tickets, the result of Sister Mary of the Eucharist's infec- tious enthusiasm, backed up by her generous awards: to the winning clas- ses,the Juniors and grade 8, a trip to the opera for their teachers and a holi- day for the girls, to the winning indi- vidual students, a trip to the opera for Sandra Nowak, and a gift certificate for Sally Eckert. For a change the poor weather did not detract from the success assured to by the ticket returns: rather it seemed to prompt a vast audience to come and enjoy this magnificent per- formance. The world renowned organization is composed of thirty-two youthful singers, under the direction of Mon- signor Maillet. When they are not on tour, the group of seventy receive training, quarters, food, clothing and education free of charge at their school in Paris. Drawn from the less privi- leged, the boys enter school at the age of eleven or twelve and remain there untiltheir voices change. For the rest of their lives they are given counsel and assistance when needed. The choir, known as the the worlds favorite boys choir , has given over ten thousand concerts since it was founded in 1907. But listen to what the critics have said: -- The Little Singers of Paris' completely captivated their au- dience. The solo voices have a sound that at times is nearly unbearable in its poignant beauty. To see the expression in their faces, the poise, the wonderous dignity of these young boys, and to hear their angelic voices is an experience unfor- gettable, soul-enriching.