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

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5 if Ml., Mary Patricia Lyons, Vice-Prefect in 1955-1956 SODALITY OFFICERS: Mary Lib Chelius, Secretaryg Margaret Ringwood, Treasurer, Mary Theresa Higgins, Prefectg Mary Beth Nolan, Vice-Prefect. UNIT LEADERS: SEATED: Mary Anne Britt, Mary Glavin. STANDING: Mary Alice Conners, Helen Matthews, Margaret I-lalpin, Maureen Maloy, Mary Margaret Riccardi . n Nl In lmifaiion A good beginning spells success. This year we recall the devoted self-sacrifice of the Sodality officers of last year in initiating the unit system into the school. We look to the example of these officers for inspiration. But now we know that we can count on even greater help from Mary Pat Lyons, Vice-Prefect of the class of '56, who died on February 17, 1957. Just as Mary Pat always lived in the service of others, so now we know that she will continue that service to the organization nearest her heart. Her dedication to Mary was evident to all her classmates who recall so fondly her cheerful smile, jovial conversation, interest in others, her loyalty and industry, and her zeal for the work of the Sodality. We know that in Mary Pat we can find the model Sodalist, the ideal A.H.N. girl. With Mary Pat as our inspiration, we continue her work in the So- dality by increasing interest in our unit system. The Sodality officers: Mary Theresa Higgins, Prefectg Mary Beth Nolan, Vice-Prefectg Mary Lib Chelius, Secretaryg and Margaret Ringwood, Treasurer, realize the value of well -planned meetings if the girls are to benefit by them. The four-fold end of the Sodality, devotion to Mary, personal sancti- fication, santification of neighbor and de- ? fense of the Chruch of Jesus Christ, is the foundation for the overall plan of these unit meetings. Unit leaders meet twice a week - on Mondays to choose a subject of discussiong on Wednesdays to share ideas on the topic chosen. The responsibility is then taken over by each Sodalist who realizes that the unit system depends on the enthus- iastic zeal of each member. 19

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Written in Music Un memory of Sister Mary of the Eucharist, Head of Music Department Academy of the Holy Namesj And now you've lain your metronome aside To still the mellow music of your heartg No longer will your loving fingers guide The smaller fingers that became a part Of you, yourself, your everlasting hymn That joined the Angel choirs in the sky, In glorias to God. 'I'he interim You labored along with watchful ear and eye. You may not conduct Te' Deums they will sing. Or be back-stage when repertoires are made, But your spirit will be always in the wing, To offer love with every note that's playedg Your golden years are noted every one In lyrics from our Lady to her Soni In Memoriam On October 3, 1956, a quiet seriousness fell over the girls as each read the announcement of Sister Mary of the Eucharist's death on the previous day. We all knew that although we had lost an exemplary and devoted teacher on this earth, we had gained a powerful advocate and friend in heaven. We re- membered her gratitude for the least kindness offered to her on earth, and so confidently we prayed for Sister, knowing that she would repay us as she had promised. To write of Sister's virtues and efforts on our behalf presents a challenge that is difficult to meet. Lest we fail in giving a true, complete picture, we shall let Sister's own words mirror her spirit which we all love. MY DEAR MUSIC STUDENTS, On the feast of our Blessed Mother - September 12 - the Holy Name of Mary - just three weeks from the feast of the Little Flower, God gave me a decided warning of what He was about to ask of me. All my life, I have served my God in activity and hard work. I am now to serve Him in sickness. I ask you - each one - to pray for me. And I shall not forget you. I do not intend to be idle when I get to Heaven. I am going to work there - to work for you as I have done here. What I am now going to say you have heard often from me. But, it cannot be said often eough. Love your music and do not give it up. It will-develop in you a strong character and devotion to duty. Once again, when you hear that I have left this earth, please do not forget me in your prayers. And I will repay you when I reach Heaven. God bless you - each one. I confide you to the protection of our Blessed Mother. SISTER MARY OF THE EUCHARIST No, we cannot forget Sister in our prayers. Nor can we be indifferent to her wish that we remain faithful to duty. Those of us who are not music students can catch her true meaning in her urging fidelity from the music students. Assured of Sister's watchful prayers in our behalf, we accept her challenge, to love duty, to serve our school, our neighbors and our God. With Sister's beautiful example before us as proof that such devotion and strength of character will be the foundation of our success and happiness, we can think of no better dedication to the memory of this great soul, than to carry her spirit on in our lives. This too, will be our tribute to Sister Mary Hedwige who died on December 20, 1956. Conscientious devotedness to her responsibilities is one more reminder of the example we are to follow if we would be true to the Holy Names. 18

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Albany Is Victorious By Mary Ruth Voifis and Janet Walion Columbus Dayl It was here at last. This was the day that the A.H.N. girls of Albany would play the traditional basketball game at Rome. The Varsity team had been practicing for weeks preceding the game and now they were ready. Every basketball team has its cheerleaders and our was no exception. The girls had worked hard to make their cheers letter perfect. At eight -thirty we all assembled with our lunches and climbed into the waiting busses. Then off we were witha cheer and a song on our way to Rome, and victory. We arrived at eleven -thirty and received a gay welcome. To commemorate Columbus Day the school was appropriately decorated with life buoys and fish nets. Each girl te- ceived a paper fish as a name tag. After renewing old friendships and making new ones, we were shown into the music room where we saw the movie, So Dear To My Heart , a wonderful story of a boy and his pet lamb. Then it was game time and the cheerleaders from both teams went through their paces. The centers took their positions, and the game began. We scored the first basket and were ahead at the end of the first quarter. With some changes in the lineup and the excitement rising, the second quarter began. Albany scored again but so did Rome. When the half -time whistle blew Albany was out in front. Following a few cheers from both sides the second half began. More changes in the line -up proved beneficial and we gained more points. We were ahead but Rome still had a chance! During the next quarter everyone was on the edge of her seat for this part was decisive. Then the whistle blew and the game was over. The Albany team was victorious. The game ended with a score of 18-12. The Rome team took their defeat with r all the qualities of sportsmen. Then we were served a surprise luncheon, pizza! Everyone loved it. After being shown around the grounds we had a marsh- mellow roast. ,if The time for departuteuwas at hand and after T thanking the girls for a wonderful time we boarded the busses and started for home. Everyone was hap- py as we talked and sang. The end of a wonderful day had come - a day that would last in our high school memories for a long time. 'Y 20 4,