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

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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,

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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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Juniors Enferfoined November first was a very special day in the life of every junior. On this day she approached the school in her crisp, white organdy dress, full of enthusiasm and brimming over with anticipation of the events which lay ahead. For she would depart an upperclass- man. In the auditorium she was greeted by her Senior Sister and treated to punch, sandwiches and cookies elegantly displayed in the most beautiful silver and crystal against a background of candlelight and roses. However this was just the beginning. After a warm welcome by Mary Margaret Riccardi the ceremony began. Each junior stepped forward to to the stage where her Senior Sister presented her with her key. This was the moment which had been long awaited by every junior. The key, although small in size, is huge in signi- ficance. It will open the door to future happiness and brightness if it is used in the proper way. The words Semper Fide1is inscribed on the front of it hold great responsibility. The owner must be always faith- ful to Holy Names and all its undertakings. The cross is significant of the presence of God in our life. The lily is evidence of the purity which is close to the heart of every AHN girl. with the shining keys around our necks and excite- ment at its peak, we saw the beautiful movie, The Student Prince. Then sixty-eight newly installed upperclassmen left A.H.N. to spread their happiness and begin at once to fulfill their ideals. Q 'ii ',.4 . 3 k4 s4a'.2',.,f-g V, - r eyes - - 'gm gif-'M 1 K .j ,..,, 4 4 - - ' - ' ,. -s,Y.,Ajvukg- Y 4115- ,L--.. V -eng 'xxj x .X 1 .9'911,. ,-: V - . Egg... .jf .N .1 - -. , , V Seniors Model Current Fashions A fashion show as an assembly? How is it possible? With the seniors such a dilemma was easily solved. The school uniforms were the fashions commented on by the senior class officers. As Carol Gavin walked across the stage in the re- gulation blue skirt and sweater, white blouse, and school shoes, the panel told us why this was the correct uniform for most days. Anne Holton was next, wearing her gymsuit. This uniform serves to remind us of the respect and courte- sy we owe our lay teachers at all times. Maureen Mahon wore the dress uniform consisting of blue skirt and jacket, blouse, navy hat, white gloves and the uniform sandals. This outfit's acces- sories are a smiling face and the true Holy Names spirit was the remark of one of the panelists. In her white uniform and blue tie, Marge Mahar symbolized all the special occasions of the school year. Helen Matthews modeled a floor length red evening gown, whose highlights were style and modes- ty. At the close of the assembly, Mother Rita Mary, Provincial Superior, told the student body that, regard- less of costume, a Holy Names girl always carries herself with dignity. As they listened, the seniors hoped that every AHN girl would appreciate her uni- form just a little more, and wear it with pride. 21