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

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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

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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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Rosary Lives in A. H. N. Tradition by Marianne Taffe The early autumn briskness and bright stars shining down on our back yard is the setting for the Living Ros- ary, a candle-light procession in honor of Mary. Each year, our realization of the spiritual value of the Rosary increases as the carefully formed decades remind us of a glorious chapter in the lives of Our Lord and His Bless- ed Mother. With each bead said, the girl representing that particular prayer places her red rose on a tray. With the rose is offered her prayers of gratitude or petition. When the roses are offered to our Blessed Mother, we are assured of her pleasure and that of her Son. Since each girl represents a bead, she feels particularly responsible for lifting that prayer to God, knowing that it is a perfect prayer. This tradition will be remembered by all who have been privileged to see it. May it live forever, not only in memories of our years at Madison Avenue, but in the true A.H.N. spirit which will continue to grow in its new setting. Retreat Ends With Sodality Reception This year's retreat was an occasion of special spiritual worth for a group of Sophomores who made their tempo- rary act of Consecration after a retreat given by Rev. Cronan Cantlon, O.F,M,, Conv. The retreat started on a note of generous efforts for Christ. The silence and recollected thought witnessed on all sides gave real proof of the eamest endeavors of the retreatants. Other talks renewed the fervor of preparation for reception of the sacraments, increased 'hatred for sin and its efrects, and inspired a love for virtue. Above all, the closing message of the retreat remains a guiding inspiration for all. Father reminded us of Mary's titles, Star of R , theSea and Morning Star , and then urged us to look to her in all our needs, hopes and joys. It was with these words buming in their hearts that the following new Sodalists left the chapel: Noel Windelspecht, Constance Haczynski, Diane Leonardi, Sheila Vandercar, Coleen Sennett, Mary Ellen Riley, Mary Ellen Rancourt, Kathleen Powers, Janice Probst, Suzanne Pemrick, Patricia Ott, Ellen O'Connell, Jacqueline Mullens, Linda Miller, Ann McArdle, Rosalie Cardona, Paula Farrigan, Mary Daly, Maureen Fox, Beverly Flint, Constance Casey, Margaret Smith. Margaret Britt, Margaret Fennell, Elaine Griffin, Judith Weis, Phyllis D'Antonio, Patricia Schmitz, Leta Lynch, Mary Theresa Hauber, Betty Barse, Mary J. Gusse, Katherine Temple. May the Marian way of life inilame their souls with love for God and His work so that the retreat may bear fruit in all souls whom they meet.