Aquinas Institute - Arete Yearbook (Rochester, NY)

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Callari, Michael J. Behold the “Mysterious Mose” of the Trig class. His ability to just sit and think all the time about pleasant things and then pass his exam makes us all envy him and wish we had his ability to learn by ab¬ sorption. Here’s to your success and may you never know failure, Mike! Casey, Francis P. “Sarge” with his part¬ ner, TomAckroyd, is Aqui¬ nas’ contribution to the world of aesthetic dancing. Isadora Duncan, herself, would have good reason to be envious could she but behold our Francis flitting about the corridors in im¬ itation of the figures on Grecian urns. He is a mem¬ ber of the well-known Pret¬ zel Club, wherein he ex¬ cels all others. Casey is a cartoonist and will con¬ tinue in this field after graduation. A 2 fi n 11 c m eighteen Callari, Louis S. “Louie” is about the smallest member of the Senior class and often (much to his embarrass¬ ment) is mistaken for a freshman. He works hard and advances rapidly and, after all, this counts more than size. Take Napoleon, for instance. Well, keep up the good work, Louie. We look to big things from our diminutive member. Coffey, Eugene L. Two years ago, Aquinas opened its portals to Gene, and we certainly are glad that he entered our school. This lad is a rather quiet and congenial sort of per¬ son and as are all people of this type, he is the ter¬ ror of his class. Sports are his weakness and if base¬ ball disappeared, Gene would die. May you live to be President of Spencer- port, Gene! Collins, J. Harold Introducing the Vice- President of the Senior Class. Chubby little rascal, isn’t he? Yotty is a rather quiet but all-observing stu¬ dent who has enough in¬ testinal fortitude to wear puppy flannels to school. And can this boy rattle the drum sticks? We know you’ll make good, Yotty. Be sure and drum up your business. Corbett, Edward P. “Corby” is the boy with the aptitude for caricature. A disciple of the new school, his modernistic ten¬ dencies reveal themselves in the exquisite creations with which he manages to draw down upon himself the wrath of several con¬ noisseurs, notably Mr. Martin. Keep singing through life, Corby, and win the world as you have our hearts with your sun¬ ny smile and your song.

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Bragg, Charles A. Charles is the boy who gave a convincing and practical demonstration of spontaneous combustion. He realizes now that foun¬ tain pens and matches were never meant for the same pocket. His favorite indoor sport is French. Besides, he is an automotive enthu¬ siast and his ancient Over¬ land was many times the means to an end. Notre Dame is the lucky college. Brown, Fred J. Be nonchalant — that’s “Fred”. He absolutely re¬ fuses to be worried and cannot see any reason for taking the world too seri¬ ously. His weaknesses are piano playing and dancing. However, when Fred sets his mind on doing some¬ thing, it is always done well. Success attend you at every turn, Fred! Byrnes, Lloyd M. Here’s a fellow whose versatility is the envy of all his classmates. Byrnes is just as sure of himself on the gridiron as he is on the basket-ball court and those who witnessed the Junior-Senior court fray will remember that he is a player of no mean ability. His valiant efforts to mas¬ ter the intricate art of bookkeeping aroused the admiration of his com¬ rades. Here’s wishing you luck, Byrnes. Callan, Edward J. Ed plays in our orches¬ tra and band. He was re¬ cently overcome by sur¬ prise when a certain senior returned a loan of tweny- five cents to him. Callan, Anselmi and Kennedy form a well known triumvirate at Aquinas. Ed aspires to the realms of music teach¬ er and excellence in tick¬ ling his piccolo keys. You have our best wishes, Ed, and we look forward to a world wide broadcast in the near future. Callan, Gerald T. Here is Jerry—that se¬ rene, unassuming chap we have seen so often in our corridors. Jerry can ac¬ complish wonders with his pleasing smile. He and Norb Young are never sep¬ arated. Every afternoon they can be seen slowly tracing their steps to the Lake Avenue car line. May you always greet the world with a smile, Jerry! Callan, John F. Gaze upon the man with the most innocent expres¬ sion in the school, espe¬ cially when addressed by Father Wurzer. His abil¬ ity as a negro imperson¬ ator makes him eligible for a position with the Broad¬ way minstrels. Whenever you want Callan, look for Cullotta. The two are in¬ separable. Cal takes nei¬ ther time nor teachers se¬ riously. Farewell, Cal, you leave a big vacancy at Aquinas and in the hearts of the Aquinas faculty members. seventeen

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Coveny, Edward T. “Ed” may be sub-center on the Irish five but we are sure Mr. Leary has un¬ derestimated the true abil¬ ity of this tall, powerful man. Whether on the court or in the class-room, Ed plays second to none in vivacity and friendliness. The seniors haven’t yet recovered from the shock caused by Ed’s carrying a brief-case this year. What is the world coming to? Maybe it’s a result of the Parent-Teachers’ meeting. Only Ed knows. Culotta, Frank E. Here is a fellow who is a cheerleader, an actor and a debater. The trouble is that he debates only with Father Wurzer and he al¬ ways loses for some reason or other. He has a secret passion—to form the al¬ phabet out of pretzels. Frank plans to be a doctor and, although we’d hate to have him work on us, we wish him the best of luck. Au revoir, “Squirrel”. Darcy, Andrew J. With an engaging per¬ sonality and a sunny dis¬ position “Darsi” has en¬ deared himself to the hearts of his class-mates. His popularity among his fellow students is assured through his efforts to make himself agreeable. In life “Darsi” intends to be of service to humanity in his life’s work as a doctor. Success a-plenty, Andy! DePutter, Maurice J. The proud possessor of the cherubic countenance beaming alongside is none other than the Ridge Road thunderbolt the pride and joy of the celery country. When, togged in his little white panties, he steps forth to lead a cheer, there are few feminine hearts which do not flutter. The night of the C.B.A. game at the Armory, the gasps of admiration were heard at the four corners. He cxcells also in athletics, being the miniature pee- wee basketball champ of the school. He’ll tell you so himself! DeRoleer, Joseph V. Quiet,contemplative and unassuming—that is Joe. But pep him up and he’s got more kick than pre¬ war stuff. In spite of him¬ self, Joe is an English scholar and has a big stand- in with Father Morgan. Go to it, Joe, anyone who can get 95% from Father Mor¬ gan can’t go wrong. DiGaetano, John J. “Diggy” needs no intro¬ duction. At all times dur¬ ing the day this lad may be seen plowing his way thru the groups of stu¬ dents. He is noted for his vigorous slaps on the back. In the English class he seems to be an entirely dif¬ ferent fellow and is known to be Father Morgan’s star at memorizing classical poems. He is a likeable chap and has won his way into our hearts. Vale, Johnnie. nineteen