Assumption Preparatory School - Memini Yearbook (Worcester, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1953 volume:

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S 1 i t t THE 1953 MEMINI-HERITAGE Volume III Published by the Senior Class ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL WORCESTER 6, MASSACHUSETTS ASSUMPTION 1ST PATMERS ARCHIVES NORTH AMERICAN PROVINC0 4 DEDICACE Dans les sentiments les plus sinceres de respect et d’humilite nous, les membres de l’Ecole Superieure de l’Assomption, classe 53, passion- nes pour les profonds interets des Peres Assomptionistes en Russie, profitons de cette occasion pour dedier ces pages-souvenirs de notre vie d’etudiants au grand oeuvre de l’evangelisation de la Russie de notre Saint Pere le Pape, Pie XII, glorieusement regnant. t v • V ussier 1 c preeitenf te fa clasec 5ev ereification A2l?5 3ef cde uperi ' eure de fjHteeornptiorj, ct es coTjfrSrce dc la cl a s e j actu el , h uit]b1en)cnf pvoetz.vr c6 aux; fsi ' eds Sc ofre - ai ' t]fefe, itrjplorenf la X eti eviction £ poefoltque- ' Yl l ( 0 a r � rt a ( j t , i i ‘fll.t. a- j -c £ rvt . � y ‘’lift •ckk j 2(T stir ' fi ' J Son LxceHence J lonseigneur John . Wright, D.D. Con M 80 le S r eils ies conf ier ue votre t OUic � e z zjoute, sornm °ns i e ' Kent hei Ie ' l7f Ja is 1 e hs „ ' ? al ‘£ c du ouVeZ «r 7 tr ° ttT Assi d a J Ue s f oi ‘ „ de ie Urs | tout 2u lture f ra Par l - uer ’ - iss par tez e r(s « ies Uch de ux ' ,Sse v ' enel v °us c, C0Ur S Su Us ave 2 . •adre de lx tr, onde Pu , US re sere7 , ge - Vi Vez , e( de ,, ' Sse la Viercr e ° ' -uvr f . ! ° s Win ci „. Aom eur; ge n ' e Vou d,gw d- Un p s ' on . us Snider ■ tor adue de Hm Fi de W ' ' 0U,lai ‘ s Iertle nt vS, d ns i e r , . i ( ) l Christ Eveque ' Vorees , La preoccupation constante des Assomptionistes est de former des hommes de caractere, de de¬ voir, fideles a leur foi et a leur patrie. Les religieux, entierement devoues a cette oeuvre d’educa¬ tion, vivent avec les etudiants. Cette commune existence, qui supprime toute gene, est un puis¬ sant moyen pour murir les bon¬ nes qualites et etouffer toutes les tendances dangereuses dans l ame du jeune homme. £e® ersonne i Notre Sup erieur CONSEILS AUX GRADEES C est une grande affaire que d etre gradue. C est vrai pour vous, et je n ai pas besoin de vous le prouver. C est vrai pour nous aussi, vos professeurs et les pretres de la maison, parce qu on verra desormais si nous avons reussi. Notre travail aura ete couronne de succes si vous vous montrez meilleurs pour avoir passe par 1 Assomption: —meilleurs catboliques surtout dans vos connaissances religieuses, dans la pratique de la vie; � —meilleurs intelligences burnaines: si vous comprenez mieux, jugez mieux, vivez mieux; — meilleurs tout court: notre priere vous suivra pour que votre vie soit belle et grande, plus belle et plus grande parce que vous etes de I Assomption. Pere Edgar Bourque, a.a., AM., S.T.L. PREFET DES ETUDES Nouveau dans la charge de prefet des etudes, notre directeur s esl revele tout de suite le pere Ie plus aimable et le plus avise. Avec quelle condescendance il sut preter une oreille sympathi- que a nos difficu lies: Iui-meme en toute simplicity et en toute belle franchise nous rapellera qu il avait passe par ces vicissitudes et nous nous sentions a I aise pour lui raconter nos ennuis de chaque jour: nous avions I impression que c etait un frere qui nous ecoutait. route activite d’eleve etait sienne et c est de lout son coeur qu il s y adonnait. Les workshops furent une de ces innovations, son oeuvre preferee. Dans les rares occasions oil il se fit professeur, nous avons pu admirer son esprit tout debordant d idees. Comptez les longues heures passees a corriger les articles du Memini- Heritage et cette lumiere qui brula Iongtemps dans les veillees dira combien nous avions la un prefet entierement devoue a notre cause. Pere Arnarin Aleriz, a.a. PREFET DE DISCIPLINE Homme de principes, auxquels on tient dur comme fer, meme si les eleves aiment mieux les voir oublie s. C’est si nature!. Esperons loul de meme pour le bien de tous que carnets et cray¬ ons ne s epuisent jamais. Ires liberal pour ceux qui voulaient consacrer plus de temps aux etudes, il pourchassait sans pitie ceux qui reslaient au lit apres la cloche. 1 oujours presse, il ne perdait jamais une minute. Ce digne representant de la sagesse chinoise n hesila point cependant a participer aux jeux des eleves et on Ie vit, adversaire redoutable, livrer une lutte acharnee dans des parlies de boules tie neige. Son sourire malicieux n est point qu’un leger indice de son temperament rieur; ne le vit-on pas maintes fois prendre un malin plaisir a taquiner les eleves aux manieres balourdes. Mais ne voila-t-il pas qu une rumeur circule en fin d ' annee et annonce le depart definilif de noire prefet de discipline. Nous sommes chagrins de savoir que I an prochain I’EcoIe Superieur ne pourra [)lus jouir de cette figure allachante a laquelle nous etions si habitues. Pere Odilon Du bois, a.a., Offi cier d Academie PROFESSEUR DE LATIN I ityre, fu patulae . . . travaille! besogne! . . . un doigt ici. un cloigt la. un oeil par ci, un oeil par la, et malheur a qui n est pas tombe sur Ie passage en question. Numero 216 . . . Labelle, lisez . . . et la Iiste des martyrs s allonge impitoyablement . . . Les pages volent, les doigts s enervent, les yeux se brouillent et Ie grec de venir aggraver Ie tourment. II ne faut pourtant pas se Iaisser tromper; bors de ses classes, ce pere est un bomme cbarmant. Remarquable de courage, digne d admiration, il vit vraiment avant nous sa maxime favorite: travailler et beaucoup prier. Pere Etienne Aubert, a.a., Officier d Academie PROFESSEUR DE FRANCAIS Quel professeur! Quelle vie! on ne badine pas avec lui, meme les premiers de classe se sont aper us que I on ne reste pas inebranable sur son piedestal. Son vocabulaire abondant, original, vigoureux, mordant atterrait bon nombre des plus audacieux. De son flair puissant il vous decelait I odeur des paresseux et des fumistes. Cependant sous la carapace rugueuse de notre cber Pop il y avait un coeur d or. Anime du desir de faire vivre son enseignement, pas une classe ne se lerminait sans une leyon pratique et il s’acbarnait a vouloir nous faire penser. I rouverez-vous aussi un francais aussi feru de Shakespeare? Pere Marcellin Parent, a.a. PROFESSEUR DE RELIGION La science n’a plus de secrets pour lui: c est a flots presses qu el I e jaillit de ses Ievres; fait etrange, il lui faut a ce brave pere un audiloire qui se presse a la seconde rangee des pupitres. Ne vous hasardez pas a I attaquer. a moins d elre bien sur, car noire bomme est au courant de tous les faits: volume, page, ligne, meme numero de revue. Rempli d experience, presque incroyable, son plaisir Ie plus evident ne fut-il pas de nous developper Ionguement sa theorie originale de I evolution. II a conlribue grandement a notre formation. Father Ulric Charpentier, a.a., AM. PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS Here was the heart-warmer of Senior A. I he workshops were a new idea demanding much work from the teacher, hut that was nothing new for Ricky; he had keen conducting them from the beginning. Mathematics were his love and lo him there was nothing more exciting than a challenging problem or a good proof by one of his students. The only way one could ever get a drag with him was to really love math. He was as genial and friendly as they come, but he had one great big fault: he just loved his colored chalk. Will we ever forget his bag of jokes which kept his classes in high spirited humor? Any future successes, whether they be in engineering, chemistry or medicine, will certainly be due to him. Father Alfred Berthiaume, a.a., A.B. PROFESSOR OF LATIN The bell had rung many a time before we would see Fr. Alfred fly around the corner and rush into class with that smile, denoting. Thought I wouldn 1 make it, didn’t you.’ Vocabulary Review 200 words” . . . familiar words to Versification C. His emphasis on vocabulary was not in vain, for he knew the value of a strong knowledge of Latin to be essential for later use. Many will testify to his skill in catching students with his belt. Tico’s Simon Legree never spoiled us with a version that fell below twenty-five lines. Yes, the students will never forget Father Alfred, his genial attitude, his patience, and his understanding. Father Alexis Babineau, a.a., A.M. PROFESSOR OF CHEMISTRY I ime Hies and so did he. Next chapter boys’—but still his explanations were profuse. His patience was really remarkable for he always explained until everybody understood. When did we see that was his favorite remark when somebody came up with a wrong answer, or if someone should ask an explanation lor a natural phenomenon, he would ask with a sly grin. Do you really want lo know the real reason? ; and we must never forget his expression, ”1 hat s a good question .. . the answer was even better. At any rate, his genial attitude accompanied by his active manner will never cease lo charm his students in the enchanted world of chemistry. l ather llclefons van cler Linden, a.a., A.B. PROFESSOR OF BUSINESS MATH Father llclefons was that I ively professor with that delectable Dutch accent, enhanced by an exceptionally happy disposition. Our Freshman teacher in algebra an d prof essor of business mathematics, he gave his all. expected great results, and got them. A good friend as well as an interesting prof, he brought himself closer to his students by granting special privileges which, needless to say, re¬ leased the tension of arduous classes. He was. indeed, happy this year for he is looking forward to returning home at the end of the semester. He missed the scenes of his picturesque homeland. Homesickness is a professor s malady as well as a student’s. Father Arthur Clermont, a.a., A.B. PROFESSOR OF FATIN 1 his comparatively young priest, recently arrived from Washington, greeted us at our first class in the traditional Latin manner, Salvete discipuli mei, and this cheerful salutation has since been replied. Salve, pater, at everv class. “Qui sibi vull ... Flow many times was that question asked. 1 he answer was not always immediate, but it was acquired after many an embarrassing moment for the student. He valued greatly a conversational knowledge of Latin, and thanks to Father Alfred s constant vocabulary drill we became proficient at it. For the short time we had the pleasure of knowing him. we became acquainted with a man of experience, conscientious of his duty as a teacher and determined to see everything through. His desire to know his students well resulted in a pleasant understanding between students and teacher which we ll never forget. Brother Jules Viau, a.a., A.B. PROFESSOR OF GEOGRAPHY Brother Jules was a new addi tion to the Assumption faculty. As director ol the intramurals and monitor, he entrenched himself in the hearts of all, and certainly, not the least contribution to this was his extremely engaging smile. It’s in class, however, that our Holyoke man really shone. If there was anything difficult to understand he quickly cleared everything up with one of his famous comparisons either with Canada or basketball. When, perchance, he finds himself stumped by a question the class can be certain of receiving one of his inimitable tongue wagging acts. His real delight, however, seemed to be in speaking about one ol those big black jobs.’ Conscientious in regard to duty, but friendly to everyone—that was Brother Jules. Mr. Valmore X. Gaucher, A.B. PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH Mr. Gaucher finishing his thirty-eighth year as a teacher had become a veritable institution. His witty sayings and perpetual complaints as to mothers- in law, wages (tbirty-six cents an hour—with a Buick?) are what we remember him by. “Gentlemen. . . . take Julius Caesar; your next exam counts half the month . . .”; indeed, oftentimes the halves were so many that they could hardly be fitted into one monthly mark. At any rate any marks hovering around seventy-five were definitely shameful in his opinion. His reflections on politics, values, and Canadian folklore, strange as it may seem, always found a place in his special treatment of the English poets. Mr. Lucien H. Desjardins, AM. PROFESSOR OF PHYSICS In teaching physics, Mr. Desjardins had a twofold purpose in mind; first to expose the hitherto unsuspected wonders of the universe, and then to show clearly how to put these facts to practical use. He was most successful. We II not quickly forget his simple explanations of difficult problems and his attitudes towards questions which didn t always make sense. His classes were as straightforward and practical as the instructor who taught them . . . suppositions never went far, reality was the mainstay. Never a moment was wasted and time flew by with oftentimes lightning rapidity. His knowing hand led us through many a lab period without trouble or mishap, and the dark secrets of the physical realm became as clear and as startling as light after a long period of darkness. Mr. Raymond j. Marion, A. M. PROFESSOR OF HISTORY AND CIVICS Did he ever miss a recitation? A man of realities . . . and with what examples! Mr. Marion is probably the only professor in the school who commanded so much respect without asking for it. He was extremely devoted to his subject and to its teaching in the proper manner. He taught history and civics, yes, but also taught common sense, humanity and dutiful adherence to all that is Christian. A marine in the last war, he succeeded in showing what army life was, and how to cope with its problems. His example has set for many, ideals of industry, Christian living, and straight¬ forwardness in everything. PROFESSOR OF GREEK Our memories of the classes of Mr. Hudon ... ah, what memories! He was blessed wit h a gift for in teresting anecdotes which enlivened the classes at the proper moments. I lis pace in class never slowed down ... in fact, at times, he spoke so much that he had to alleviate his throat with medicaments. Like Father Ildefons, he was not averse to permitting little liberties to relieve the tension of a hard working class. Possessing an indefinite degree of patience, even during our more lively moments, he had, however, an excellent counter-measure: work and more work. Luckily for us, he never thought of giving us one of his famous four¬ teen page compositions ... in Greek!! Mr. Robert Hudon, A.B. “Memini, l remember . . . those various campus scenes dressed in the multi-colored leaves of autumn, covered with powdery snow in winter, or adorned with the new-born foliage of spring. This, our home during four pre¬ cious years, brings none but the most tender memories. Our G ampus ' N-v.- ' , - f .. . ■■ ' Ar . ' ’itfv ' v; f • i ' .i ijk ' , t :■ . “. ®y2WSkK T? IMS rt Wi- mmk ks2e$+“ ' • •« i ; « . V Our Patron and Guardian I hrough these portals we entered as freshmen, walking into the care of the Holy Virgin and the devoted Assumptionist fathers. Little did we notice the warm welcome which greeted us then. This religious and brotherly atmosphere certainly im¬ bibed in us a priceless trail of friendship and strong faith. 1 he chapel, where we all joined in common prayer and chant, was indeed close to us all. How often did we enjoy its soothing quietude where many found the solutions to their numerous problems of youth. As we leave these friendly halls, we never¬ theless retain our faith and memories of years well spent. The true road to peace of mind La preoccupation constante des Assomptionistes est de former des liommes de caractere, de devoir, fideles a leur foi et a leur patrie. t-%a J Our small swimming pool was the scene of many adventures. In its crowded space, we exhibited many fancy dives—and belly-flops too. d hose evening swims served well to relieve the tired feeling of a busy day. Some could swim twice its length under water; others who couldn t swim were thrown in. Searching the bottom for coins was a frequent occupation. I hrowing someone in, clothes and all, was enjoyed by the victim as well as the pranksters. Oh. those moonlight dips! Cool morning walks or evening stroils in the sun¬ set brought on interesting conversations. Depending on the mood, we would either discuss sport pre¬ dictions, exchange jokes, or reveal some sentimental notions about our life ambitions or more often con¬ cerning our special one. Straggling through various lanes of the campus, one could follow several simultaneous activities. At one end we watched a fast tennis match, at the other, we would inquire about the baseball score. A round the grotto, everyone assembled for a jack-knife game or light conversation. As we lay on the soft lawn, a few would perform their acro¬ batics, while others joined in the latest songs or merely listened to them on their portables. Such fond memories reveal but a portion of the pleasures which our campus offered to us. 71 ■ 1 •}% ■ Kg 15| |fl 1 - I J ¥ .-v1 ' M, HHH nashm ■IbkPseP® ■ Hi w$ m W ' ' || «jB We seniors of ’53 will forever be linked in the world of memories; as we part from this institution of learning to go further in the quest of knowledge, many inci¬ dents of past fill our imagina¬ tions : these last four years, when we studied together, competed in sports and dreamed of our futures, will forever fill our fancy. Graduation day will see us set out on various roads. Now as we look into the future, our wish is that we might, one day, con¬ tribute to the glory of our Alma Mater. CLASS OF 1953 BRONSv ick feOMERSWORT£ IDDEFORD KEENE WAN WESTER MILTON FiTCH m SOUTH Q DEFRFIEI.0 PITTSFIELD BELPTONT tt ASSAC44U SETTS Worcester HOLYOKE FlSHERVILLE SPRINGFIELD SOUTHBRIDGE FORESTDALE WINSTEO s vlewiileOjOi CE NTRAL FAILOu ,HARTFORD PROVED A FAIL RIVER WATCRTOWN CO CTl LEO A. ARCHAMBAULT 56 Portland Street, Springfield, Massachusetts Man of the class . . . Fr. Marcellin’s interrogator . . . very orderly ... a hard worker . . . poet . . . good looks sur¬ passed only by physique . . . curly hair . . . smart dresser . . . Frankie Laine of the class . . . conscientious in trig (?) . . . magnetic personality . . . witty . . . pet peeve: Fr. Odilon . . . one of the hoys.” Honor Roll 1 - 2 , Class Officer 1 - 2 , Heritage 4 , Memini 4 , Prom Commit¬ tee 4 , Football 3 , Class Basketball 1 - 2 , Class Baseball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 , Class Volleyball 3 - 4 , Cl ass Basketball coach 1 , Class Baseball captain 2 . RAYMOND O. BEAUREGARD Main Street, Moosup, Connecticut One of Ma Gilbert’s drags . . . smiles readily . . . decorative imagi¬ nation . . , Eb’s inseparable . . . dra¬ matic . . . our amateur photographer . . . neat and tidy . . . soft-hearted . . . an able critic . . . courtesy itself . . . quiet and attentive student . . . likes anything classical. Honor Roll 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 , Cercle St. Jean 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 , Dramatics 3 , Memini 4 , Main Office 2 . “Ray” LAURENCE J. BEDARD 293 French Street, Watertown, Connecticut Philosopher without a philosophy member of the noisy quartet . . . antagonist of Jean and Telly . . . has own ideas about life . . . likes to miss morning study . . . has trouble making his bed . . . librarian . . . detains profs after classes . . . en¬ chants girls with his knowledge ol Voltaire . . . mournful crooner . . . great endurance in sports. Librarian 4 , Football 4 , Track 1 - 4 , Class Baseball 1-2. tt r ft Larry FERNAND P. BERGERON Pine Valley Street, Wilton, New Hampshire We heard of Wilton when we heard of Bergeron . . . L il Einstein (Bergie’s theory) . . . good sport . . . conscientious worker . . . one of the ' hoys’ . . . esprit inepuisable . . . It s quiet tonight, isn t Bergeron here? (Ulric) . . . contagious laugh . . . cooperative . . . Watch out for Ti Claude.” Honor Roll 1 -2-3-4, Class Officer 1-2, Memini 4, Basketball 3, J. V. Basketball 1-2, Class Basketball 4, Class Baseba II 1 -2-3-4, Cl ass Volley¬ ball 3-4, Cl ass Basketball coach 1-2. CLAUDE de GRAND-PRE BRUNELLE 5 Nickerson Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island A Pawtucket product, . . . kid without a safety valve ... a Johnny Hines boy wi th a scarf . . . his originality and wisdom exceed his height . . . good-natured and devoted to class work . . . satire un peu forte . , . loves that old man . . . football manager: “Let’s hustle, boys” . . . fiery temper—quickly calmed . . . will enrich engineering field. Honor Roll 1-2-3-4, Memini 4, Football Manager 4, Class Basket¬ ball 1-2-3, Class Volleyball 3-4, Prom Committee 4. EDMUND O. BRUNELLE 42 Dana Avenue, Worcester 4, Massachusetts Sherman 40 ... paces the yard like a sentry ... a high-bracket stu¬ dent, very strong in Latin . . . Bow you peasants ... a punctual extern . . . Divinity . . . United States answer to Russia s Molotov . . . chess fan ... a future shepherd of Christ. Honor Roll 1 -2-3-4, National Honor Society 4. 0 Jfc. I -a . I III) 1 1.ijf r 0 y % n V . -n h w Humphrey ’’ “Ti Claude” “Berg y” WILLIAM C. BRUNELLE 1 53 Charlton Street, Southbridge, Massachusetts Week-end fiend (Terry) . . . pa¬ trols Southbridge in Iris Buick . . . always worrying about Iris studies . . . quiet and conscientious . . . friendly and courteous . . . check that wave . . . hard luck in Senior year . . . Class dues after breakfast . . . intellectual . . . Donat’s big drag . . . P. C. S. . . future dentist. Honor Roll 1-2-5-4. Nati onal Honor Society 3-4, Cercle St. Jean 1-2, Cl sss Officer 2-5-4, Waiter 2- 5-4, Heritage 4, Menrini 4, Choir 5, Basketball 5. Baseball 2, J. V. Bas¬ ketball 1-2, Class Basketball 4, Class Baseball 1-3-4. Class Volleyball 5-4, Class Basketball coach 2-5. BERNARD E. CABANA 109 Sacred Heart Avenue, Central Falls, Rhode Island Assumption’s Fred Astaire . . . pet peeve: squirrels . . . gray hair at 20 . . . Est-ce que quelqu’un parle? . . . causes tbe mailman s hunchback . . . angelic . . . spends recreation in study—sleeps during task . . . slave to cosmetics . . . tiptoe . . . Stretch’s ardent admirer . . . deter¬ mined to beat LaBrosse in tennis— someday. Honor Roll 5, Choir 3, Tennis 5-4, Class Basketball 1-2-5-4, Class Volleyball 3. Casa ” DENIS L. CARDINAL 542 Ridge Street, Fall River, Massachusetts Dennis the Menace ... a mar¬ velous intuition: what an I.Q.I! . . . he’s not slow, he just takes his time . . . one of the boys . . . Tremblay s better half . . . crib fan . . . “Wait a minute . . . the Baby Elephant . . . smokes Luckies by the carton . . . artistically inclined . . . pool shark. Cl ass Basketball 1-2, Class Base¬ ball 1-2-3-4, Class Volleyball 3-4. “Fat” EDOUAR D J. COMEAU 507 Beech Street, Belmont, Massachusetts Elas he ever enjoyed a week-end at school? . . . stylish tennis star— tournament champ . . . blushes easily . . . class mechanic . . . quiet and amiable . . . loves that Assumption food . . . Aw c’mon” . . . P. C. S. plans an architectural career . . . unusual coiffure ... a swell friend . . . a skilled carpenter. Cl ass Officer 2, Tennis 2-5-4 (cap¬ tain 4). Class Basketball 2-4, Class Volleyball 5-4. ADELARD W. COURNOYER 42 hiske Street, Southbridge, Massachusetts Among the famous men of South- bridge . . . lively cheerleader . . . keeps class awake . . . devoted to class activities . . . originator of Course four . . . dependable and courteous, sociable and co-operative . . . one of the more mischiev ous seniors . . . poker face . . . future pharmacist (Pop s vendeur de creme a glace ) . . . class organizer . . . diligent worker . . . one of the boys. Cl ass Officers 1-2. Memini 4, Cheerleader 4, Football 5, Class Bas¬ ketball 1-2-5. Class Baseball 1-2-5-4. Class Volleyball 5-4, Class Baseball captain 5, Prom Committee 4. ALBERT L. D’AMOURS, JR. 535 South Summer Street, Holyoke, Mass. Le “Rod rigue de la classe . . . works best under lhe pressure of a deadline . . . Bill Stern of the Heri¬ tage . . . can write letters and foil ow in Lat in classes . . . catsup procurer . . . basketball enthusiast . . . writes bi-weekly novels . . . why the sudden splurge in weekends?? personality plus . . . P. C. S. Honor Roll I-2-5-4, Waiter 2-5-4, Heritage 4, Memini 4, Basketball 5, Baseball 1 -2-5-4, Class Basketball 4, Class Volleyball 5-4, J. V. Basket- ba II 1-2, Cl ass Basketball coach 2-5, Choir 5. “Eddie RAYMOND E. DUBOIS 6 Hobson Avenue, Worcester, Massachusetts F. Odilon’s namesake . . . long feet give better stability . . . neatness (gunboats always shined) . . . sin¬ cere . . . misses supper for math . . . tall and lanky . . . actually works here during summer . . . Assump¬ tion’s newsboy . . . guards our coast¬ line with the C.A.P. Football 3-4, Class Basketball 2-3, Cl ass Volleyball 3-4, Prom Commit¬ tee 4. EMMANUEL E. DUTREMBLE 44 Sullivan Street. Biddeford, Maine At last a civilized person from Maine . . . did much for class . . . amiable, acquires lasting friends . . . headwaiter . . . always trying to buy a car . . . mathematician . . . quiet and conservative . . . good sport . . . our English editor . . . P. C. S. . . . brings Grondin back to earth . . . works perseveringly and conscien¬ tiously . . . future electrical engineer. Pfonor Roll 1-2-3-4, National Honor Society 3-4, Class Officer 1- 2-5-4, Waiter 2-5-4, Heritage 4, Stu¬ dent Council 3, Memini 4, Track 1. “Mel” FRANCIS W. EASTMAN 212 West Street, Bristol, Connecticut Noted for his originality . . . pan¬ tomimes his anecdotes . . . generosity plus . . . hates neckties . . . Johnny Ray and Lace fan . . . buoyant spirit . . . one in a million . . . hates fresh air, prefers smoke in his . . . vivid imagination . . . Hugo s opponent in pingpong . . . one of the boys . . , P.C.S. . . . always late for his vaca¬ tions . . . member of the Barnyard I rio . . . won t be easily forgotten. Cheer Leader 5, Class Basketball I-2-5-4. “Mo ust ' e CONRAD B. FERLAND 2 Garden Street, Somerswortli, New Hampshire Calm, cool, ancl collected . . . many a broken bone . . . class philanthro¬ pist . . . works hard at Camp Fa¬ tima??? . . . P. C. S. . . . all-around athlete . . . has a scoring push shot and is a terrific first baseman . . . loves popular music . . . sudden change in Senior year . . . finally dropped Latin ... an enviable wa rd- robe . . . has everything to attract women . . . M-Armand s big drag. Cboir 5, Football 2-3-4. Basketball 1-2-3-4 (co-captain 4), Baseball 1-2- 3-4 (co-captain 4), Class Basketball coach 4. ROGER R. FORTIN 102 Puritan A venue, Worcester, Massachusetts 1 he one without the glasses . . . Ies markets’ des Fortins . . . eats garlic and onions like candy . . . one of Pop’s pet peeves . . . ( Do you think he’ll give us a free study? ) . . . well-mannered and intelligent . . . handles a pick-up truck like a pro . . . his love of God seems to indicate he is headed for the priesthood. Honor Roll 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 , Class Basket¬ ball 2 - 3 - 4 , Class Volleyball 5 - 4 . RONALD B. FORTIN 102 Puritan Avenue, Worcester, Massachusetts The one ' with tlie glasses . . . Pop s long comp specialist . . . always bombarding tbe prefects to go home early . . . Ces Forlins-Ia ... he actually likes the Old Man s classes best of all . . . very industrious and intelligent ... he loo seems to be destined for the priestItood. Honor Roll 1-2-5-4, Cl ass Officer 1, Class Basketball 3-4. Class Volley¬ ball 5-4. ROBERT M. GAGNE 395 Rimmon Street, Manchester, New Hampsh ire Manchester’s gift to Assumption . . . Yeux de poissons morts (Pop) . . . serious and diligent worker . . . succeeds in Latin . . . kind and sym¬ pathetic . . . future chemist . . . tran¬ quil . . . crih fan . . . P. C. S. . . . efficient basketball manager. Honor Roll 1-2-3-4, Waiter 2-3-4, Basketball Manager 4, Class Basket¬ ball 1-2-5. ROGER R. GALLANT 25 Richard Street. Worcester, Massachusetts A great dreamer . . . isolation in Pop’s class . . . quite the artistII . . . jovial . . . missed the bus again . . . extern s ping pong champ . . . bis car is bis second home . . . late for math class . . . ambition: to invent an indestructible car. Honor Roll 1-2, Tennis 3-4, Class Volleyball 3-4, Prom Committee 4. ROBERT A. GOSSELIN 55 Brentwood Road, West Hartford, Connecticut I be Hartford Dress . . . Mousy’s companion in mischief . . . always in hot water . . . works bard . . . coop¬ erative in anything . . . always enter¬ taining the boys . . . famous for bis act ... as quickly peeved as appeased . . . sentimental . . . would like to be a drummer . . . indispensable to Barn¬ yard trio . . . one of the boys . . . a heart of gold. Cl ass Officer 4, J. V. Football 2, J. V. Basketball 1-2, Class Basketball 3-4, Class Baseball 1-2-3-4, Class Volleyball 5-4. Goosey’ PAUL D. GOULET 56 Walnut Street, Winsted, Connecticut Our very reliable tennis manager . . . Mr. Hyde behind the wheel . . . knows the Anna Maria girls . . . bread distributor . . . brings I he boys to Connecticut . . . Hey Marc . . . P. C. S. . . . rather quiet . . . has fre¬ quent days off . . . will study agricul¬ ture . . . ready smile. Honor Roll 1-2, Cercle Si . Jean 1- 2-4, Sacristan 2, Waiter 2-5-4. Ten¬ nis Manager 4, Class Basketball 1-2. PHILIPPE R. GOYETTE Main Street, Moosup, Connecticut “A penny saved is a penny earned . . . ambitious waiter (?) . . . friendly . . . fabriqueur d histoires . . . loves rough basketball . . . Lemaire’s pro¬ tege in chem lab . . . sarcastic retorts . . . P. C. S. . . . I guess so—no— maybe ... a regular guy . . . class transportation . . . antagonizes Marois. Honor Roll 1 - 2 - 5 - 4 , Waiter 2 - 5 - 4 , Choir 5 , Baseball 2 - 5 - 4 , Class Bas¬ ketball 2 - 5 - 4 , Class Baseball I, Class Volleyball 5 - 4 . NORMAND A. CRONDIN Carey Street, Fitchburg, Massachusetts Our disappearing Senior . . . beauty sleeper . . . ventures solution to any problem . . . independent character . . . can hardl y see (slow optical serv¬ ice) . . . lives in outer world . . . Lava . . . got a butt? . . . blushes readily . . . soft-shoe dancer . . . inter¬ ested in chemistry. Class Basketball 1-2-5-4, Class Volleyball 4. “Clout” PAUL R. JEAN 49 Quercus A venue, Willimantic, Connecticut A modest and unimposing Senior . . . member of noisy quartet, quiet when alone . . . studious and diligent . . . always cramming for Old Man . . . a strong man on the tennis squad . . . pious . . . reads Manners for Millions” . . . actually attentive in Greek classes . . . hopes to follow in his brother s footsteps, the priesthood . . . a loyal friend. Ecole Apostolique 1, Cercle St. Jean 4, Tennis 4, Class Basketball 2-3-4, Class Baseball 2-3-4, Class Volleyball 3-4. “Paul” Ti Marc” MARC R. LaBROSSE 105 Hawes Street, Central Falls, Rhode Island Eagle scout . . . love-notes to Pop . . . favorite song: Because of Me . . . Skippy fan . . . worthy adversary of Comeau . . . swims like a fish, skis like a pro ... on the seminaries’ mail¬ ing lists . . . swell Joe . . . Ipana’s walking commercial . . . P. C. S. Honor Roll 1-2, Cercle St. Jean I-2-3-4, Football 4, Basketball 2-3, Tennis 1-2-3-4, J. V. Basketball 1, Class Basketball 4, Class Volleyball 3-4. TELESPHORE L. LABELLE, JR. 55 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts Son chez-Iui c’est I etude . . . fresh air fiend . . . torments Fortin . . . quiet except when with Bedard . . . wiry hair . . . hard worker . . . Assump¬ tion s Tarzan . . . future designer of rocket to moon . . . very orderly ... a warm friend . . . member of the noisy quartet . . . Fr. Odi Ion’s friend??? Honor Roll 1-3-4, Football 3-4, Track 4, Class Baseball 2-3. ‘Telly” DONAT P. LAMOTHE 480 Marlhoro Street, Keene, New Hampshire Lover of fine books and music . . . assistant editor of M-H . . . industri¬ ous and attentive . . . strong in lan¬ guages . . . persevering in his ideals . . . pious . . . sacristan- Notre encen- seur (Pop) ... a convincing orator . . . poet laureate of class . . . draws realistic sketches ... at home at the keyboard . . . hopes to wear a Roman collar. Honor Roll 1-2-3-4. National Honor Society 3-4, Ecole Aposlo- lique 3-4, Cercle St. Jean 1-2. Class Officer 2-3, Sacristan 1-2-3-4, Dra¬ matics 5. Heritage 4. Memini 4, Class Volleyball 3. ROBERT L. LAURENCE I I Standard Street, West Warwick, Rhode Island Our sports almanac . . . mad chem¬ ist-inventor of O 2 bomb . . . studies Latin at basketball games . . . just can’t find his words . . . likes women —at a distance . . . organizer of class basketball . . . reader with extensive vocabulary. Honor Roll 1-2-3-4, Football 3-4, Track 3-4, Class Basketball 1-2-3-4, Class Baseball 2-3-4, Class Volley¬ ball 3-4, Director of Intramurals 4. NORMAND A. I .EMAIRE 1 11 Howard Avenue, New Bedford, Massachusetts A whiz in everything . . . busy little bee . . . learns sans effort . . . devoted to Memini . . . often burns the midni ght oi I . . . Bi baud s statis¬ tician . . . the extra waiter . . . “That-a-go . . . helps everyone with French comp . . . P. C. S. . . . always calm . . . efficient in business matters . . . staccato speech . . . very friendly. Honor Roll 1-2-3-4, National Honor Society 4, Waiter 4, Heritage 3-4, Memini 3-4. Track 4, Class Bas¬ ketball 1-4, Class Baseball 4, Class Volleyball 3-4, Class Basketball coach 3-4. Donat ROGER E. LEROUX 52-4 Park Avenue, Worcester, Massachusetts O fortunate man, you are a day- student . . . underground mail express . . . isn l bothered by Old Man . . . Cournoyer’s inspiration in class . . . wide English vocabulary . . . key¬ stone sacker on class team . . . ready smile . . . quiet and friendly, but bashful . . . devoted to math . . . favorite apparel: sport shirt. Elonor Roll I, Class Basketball 2, Class Baseball 1-2-5-4, Class Volley¬ ball 5-4. ROGER L. LEVEILLEE Br Av ’cnue, Wc cket, Rhode Island Leveillee nest jamais reveille (P. Odil on) ... choice of revolution¬ ists for vice-president . . . senior lucky enough to work in public relations office . . . faithful to Chesterfields . . . week-end fever— Come up the house’ ... a T. V. fan . . . goes wild over pizza . . . always a smile . . . reads book-reports in dorm . . . will do anyone a favor . . . big drag with Amarin. Honor Roll 1, Class Officer 4, Dra¬ matics 5 , Public Relations Bureau 2 - 5 , Prom Committee 4 . DONALD J. LUSSIER 51 Cross-Street, Fisherville, Massachusetts Unsurpassable class leader . . . brains behind the Memini . . . strong convictions based on logical reason¬ ing and common sense . . . modest athlete, fighting spirit . . . takes his game seriously . . . his sacrifices for class will never be forgotten . . . shaves without a blade . . . the Ad- miral s First Mate . . . P. C. S. . . . successful in his endeavors . . . headed for engineering. Ho nor Roll 1-2-5-4, National Honor Society 5-4, Class Officer i-2- 5-4, Waiter 2-5-4, Heritage 5-4, Stu¬ dent Council 2-5, Football 1-2-5-4 (captain 4), Baseball 1-2-5-4 (co¬ captain 4), Basketball 2-5-4, J. V. Basketball 1. Class Volleyball 5-4. “Don NORMAND J. MAROIS 965 Millbury Street, Worcester, Massachusetts Conscientious student especially in French ... an authority on bull¬ dozers . . . from hush cut to brush cut . . . strong rebound man . . . butt of Gauch s jokes . . . Digger . . his Ford is museum material . . . volleyball pro ... a warm friend . . takes a razzing good-naturedly . . blushes readily . . . very dependable Basketball 2-3-4 (co-captain 4), Volleyball 3-4. JEAN-PAUL PAGE 91 Townsend Street, Fitchburg, Massachusetts A Fitchburger . . . well-mannered . . . our rehearsal organist . . . wise enough to switch from Physics to Chem . . . Vianney’s ablest assistant . . . day-off apparel: paint-spattered t-shirt and dungarees . . . summer vacations at Assumption . . . knows his politics . . . one of our few typists . . . very cooperative and helpful . . . will don a cassock some day. Ecole Apostolique 2-3-4. WILLIAM F. PAQUIN 74 Dexter Street, Providence, Rhode island Our jovial undertaker . . . favorite color: black . . . business is dead . . . a gourmand superb (baloney) . . . stumbling block: Latin . . . loves that Old Buck ??? . . . unrelenting smile ... a ffable . . . vociferous . . . ardent crooner . . . untiring pitcher— for three innings . . . two pairs of glasses and he still can’t see . . . cer¬ tain girls have an attraction for him . . . the only Senior who doesn t like the infirmary!!! Dramatics 3 , Choir 3 - 4 , Football 4 , J. V. Football 2 , Class Basketball 1 - 2 , Class Baseball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 , Cl ass Volleyball 3 - 4 , Class Basketball coach 3 . “Bill” 7. P.” PIERRE J. G. PLANTE 58 Hillside Road, South Deerfield, Massachusetts Le ferinier de South Deerfield . . . always studying . . . holds his own in football and track . . . Charles Atl as . . . big drag wit h Rick (What, is Pop jealous?) . . . Latin brain . . . chess champ . . . member of noisy quartet . . . Ies filles—poison! . . . very logical in his reasoning. Honor Roll 2-3-4, National Honor Society 4, Football 2-3-4, Track 2-3-4 (captain 4), Class Basketball 2, Cl ass Baseball 2-5-4. “Pete” ROGER E. RACINE 17 Northampton Street, Worcester, Massachusetts Lives in the hills of Worcester . . . a warm friend . . . laughs til he cries . . . gets the razz from his fellow team¬ mates in baseball . . . Father John s big drag . . . the extern who didn’t miss a basketball game . . . neat dresser, always well groomed . . . very witty and talkative at times . . . freckles . . . undauntable good humor . . . another mail carrier. Honor Roll 1-2, Cercle St. Jean 1, Baseball 2-5-4, Class Baseball 1, Class Volleyball 3-4, Prom Commit¬ tee 4. RENALDO JOSE ROMERO 903 Rogers Place, New York, New York Typically Spanish, even has a snuff box . . . our only non-New Englander . . . a die-hard Democrat . . . likes an argument . . . heavy reader . . . Hugo’s alter ego . . . his Spanish helped him learn French quickly . . . prefers French to English, much to Mr. Gaucher s amazement . . . ardent stamp collector . . . may you attain your supreme goal. Honor Roll 1-2, Ecole Apostolique I-2-5-4, Sacristan 2, Librarian 3, Class Basketball 1-2-5-4, Class Vol¬ leyball 5. « « ' ' P . 9 9 I ICO FERNAND U. ROY 83 Charles Street, Fitchburg, Massachusetts Pop’s pi ague . . . very strong in French . . . conscientious worker . . . Allez vous habiller (Buck) . . . denies no favors, especially to Mr. Hudon . . . finalist in chess tourna¬ ment . . . can keep pace with the Sherman 40 ... had break as waiter in Senior year . . . aspirant to Assumptionist order. Ffonor Roll 1-2-5-4, Ecole Aposto- Iique 1-2-5-4, Waiter 2-5, Heritage 4, Memini 4. ROBERT P. SAVOIE 60 Ash Street, Saylesville, Rhode Island Where there’s 1 ourville, there’s Junior ... an enviable position in the store: Last call for Seniors . . . easily distracted in study . . . mocking laugh . . . Ie barbu de la classe . . . backstop on class team, drawback on football team . . . Mother Gilbert s big drag (even a baby bottle) . . . has two enemies: Pop and Father Odilon . . . follows the gang. Cercle St. Jean 1-2, Waiter 2, Football 4, Class Basketball 1-2-5-4, Class Baseball 1-2-5-4, Class Volley¬ ball 5-4. RAYMOND J. THERIAULT 97 Leach Street, Salem, Massachusetts Senior’s Prodigal Son . . . starts the day off with a song . . . loves to polka ... a smile as wide as the Mis¬ sissippi . . . completes the Barnyard Trio” . . . sans souci . . . one o f the boys . . . the fabulous Mr. 1 hirteen . . . a smooth line ... a wonderful entertainer and actor . . . frequent phone ca I Is after supper . . . Durante s alter ego ... Is Leger as mischievous as Chick? . . . unforgettable. Dramatics 5, Football 5-4, Basket¬ ball 5-4, Class Baseball 5-4, Class Volleyball 5-4. “Roy” PIERRE A. TOUGAS 8 Cumberland Street, Brunswick, Maine 1 he Spuclland Special who up¬ holds I he spirit of Maine . . . syno¬ nym of noise ... a very expressive face . . . mad for ping-pong . . . Bill only weighs 15 pounds??? . . . storekeeper ... if you like peanut butter. Hugo likes you . . . Post pe¬ ruser . . . Tico s buddy . . . good- humored ... a wonderful chap. Cercle St. Jean 1. Class Basketball 1-2-5-4. Baseball Manager 4, Volley¬ ball 5-4. ROGER D. TOURVILLE 12 Hamilton Street, Holyoke, Massachusetts J he boy with the butch . . . loves music . . . Assumption’s Jimmy Dorsey . . . Red Sox stalwart . . . argumentative ... an authority on everything . . . female connoisseur (so he says!) . . . pleasure before business . . . easily peeved ... a cribbage fiend ... a very pleasant smile . . . pastime: dancing. Cl ass Officer 5, Football 4, J. V. Basketball 1, Class Basketball 2-5-4, Cl ass Baseball 1-2-3-4, Class Base¬ ball Captain 1. BERNARD W. TREMBLAY 1 1 Water Street. Somersworth, New Hampshire Le petit monsieur cle Somersworth . . . Pop s super-drag . . . loves to re¬ count his many romances . . . numer¬ ous trips to Auburn . . . Yankee addict . . . forever trying to sing . . . fickle . . . lives on Luckies . . . loaded on J uesday, broke on Thurs¬ day . . . le bavarcl de la classe ... a cynosure . . . wins friends easily . . . B.S.T. . . . perd compte de ses amours . . . is already one of the troops. Honor Roll 1-2, Class Officer 2, Cheer Leader 3, J. V. Basketball 1-2, Class Basketball 5, Class Baseball 1- 2-3-4, Class Volleyball 5-4. “ Satch ” Sports have played an integral part in life at Assumption. Not only did they alleviate the student s mind of the burden of studies, but they taught him team-work and sportsmanship. Long hours on the field, track, and court have rendered him physically fit to meet his studies. We probably didn t always have a perfect record to boast of . . . we may not have gained lop recognition . . . nevertheless, we re certainly proud of our boys. 1 bey went into each game with a fighting spirit that can t be surpassed. In win or defeat, they gave tbeir all throughout the game and never let up until it was over. Our sincere con¬ gratulations go to all our varsity squads. HOC WORDS FROM EDDIE I would like to sincerely thank each and every member of the football squad for their utmost co- operation during the past season. To single out an individual or group of individuals for special commendations would be impossible, for each member contributed some integral part towards a cohesive gridiron unit. I am humbly proud to have been associated with a fine bunch of boys who performed many tactical chores without dis¬ sent, worked arduously and in most part played with a zeal that indicated that they enjoyed their part in competition. Above all, in victory or in defeat, they achieved the ultimate, which is to conduct themselves as good sports and so I salute you as admirable representatives of Assumption High School. EDWARD J. BOULE, Coach T he season s record of two wins and three defeats does not tell the entire story. Handicapped by lack of experience, the little greyhounds turned in top performance and provided us with many thrills. This lack of experience really proved fatal in the close games which could have gone either way. As any other team, the Blue and White had its standout players. The accurate spot-passing of Capt. Don Lussier accounted for long gains while the fleet footed Larry Bedard sparked the greyhound ground attack. On the de¬ fensive side, Robert Laurence, Chick Theriault, Pete Pel¬ letier and Dick Loranger proved to be a thorn in the side of the opposition s offense. However, it was only through the teamwork of all eleven men, that Pierre s Pups managed to compile the best football record at Assumption in three years. you on) WORDS FROM CHARLIE After a great season, a coacfi can cfo no more than thank his squach but this year I would like to attempt to even surpass this mere token of appreciation. I am ven¬ turing to state that not enough praise can be heaped upon the broad shoulders and shy heads of Assumption High School’s cocky 1952-1955 basketball squad. This is an open proclamation to the world. Take it for what it is worth. 1 o me. it is worth millions. Il is not so long ago that I was in those very same uniforms that shone so brightly this past winter; that is why I deem it appropriate to thank the team for a truly remarkable season. We won sixteen games and lost four during the regular season and participated in two post-season tournaments; a truly magnificent feat when one considers that we are definitely handicapped by a lack of practice time and that we had not one man over five feet, eleven inches tall. Led by Co-captains Connie ’ Fed and and Norm xMarois and given the necessary incentive and spirit by Don Lussier, these boys learned and operated one of the most difficult of systems. To witness the pre¬ cision and perfection in which this blue and white squad streaked through its season, one would never realize that only the best college teams ever master such a system demanding speed and good ball handling coupled with a keen mind and a deep knowledge of the game. I would like to thank the players for making me look good by adhering to everyone of my unwritten rules. A coach is nothing without players who are willing to listen and to learn. We played for fun, enjoyed our¬ selves, yet fought bitterly all the way. We never quit: that s the way to play a sport. 1 hank you all for backing me and the school so thoroughly. Just remember to always display Assump¬ tion spirit and enthusiasm in all your future enter¬ prises and the world is yours. Charles BiBAUD. Basketball Coach Co-captain Marois Co-captain Ferland Norm . . . Mr. Rebound The ’52- 53 Greyhounds, the smallest team in stature (all under 5 ' 1 l ) to ever don the blue and white, nevertheless became the greatest Assumption team in over-all performance w ith a 16-4 record. Though handicapped by a lack of height, the fleet-footed Assumption quintet utilized its speed to the utmost in an effective 1-3-1 zone defense and a fast-breaking offense. The success of this blistering fast break was mainly due to Con Ferland s dead-eye shots and Joey Bouchard s bullet-like passes. It was not an uncommon sight to sec little Joey Bou¬ chard. the team’s leading rebound man, grab a rebound in the bucket and, zigzagging down the floor, dribble free of two or three opponents in order to feed fast-breaking Ferland, front¬ runner on the 1-3-1 zone. Our trio of tall men, Marois, Loranger, and Brodeur, were also very instrumental in bringing to Assumption its banner sea¬ son of basketball. J hough they were forever at a disadvantage because of their size, they knew how to get on the inside of their rivals and how to time their jumps so as to rob towering op¬ ponents of their would-be rebounds. With its smooth give-and-go attack and its never-say-die spirit, our small, speedy squad earned the runner-up position in the Central Massachusetts Catholic League Division 1 race. In over-all city play, Assumption once more attained suc¬ cess, earning show place behind two post-season Western Mass. Journey participants, with a 13-2 record. In the individual scoring race Assumption was well represented by Con Ferland whose 547 points secured second place for him among city contenders. Although the little Greyhounds met with bad luck in their two tournament games, they were able to place two deserving players on the all-star team’s honorable mention list. Conrad Ferland was chosen as the sixth member of the all-star team in the Laurence C.Y.O. Tournament and Joey Bouchard received a similar honor at the Assumption J ournament. It being impossible to praise the merits and sacrifices of every player here, the Seniors wish to congratulate the team as a whole for its fine work and also to give special recognition to a young, ambitious, and worthy coach. Never before have we seen such an enthusiastic and self-sacrificing coach. J o you. Chari es Bibaud, go our thanks and heartiest congratulations. Hey! How about that! Caught flat-footed Con Dick Sam B A S E B A L L PHIL qoveTTe T his year. Assumption s baseball team with an almost complete roster of veterans should be very much in the running for top city honors. Having lost only three players from last year s team, the 53 Greyhounds do not lack experience, an ever-eminent and decisive factor in the success of any team. One reason why the Bibaudmen should enjoy a fine season of baseball, is that last years pitching staff is back . . . intact. Lefty Gaudrault and Dick Roy will be once more be called upon to bear the brunt of the mound assignments. Al D Amours, though he did not see much action last year, has the stuff and should be of great value in absorbing some of the pitching burdens. Bob Roy, having proved last season, as a freshman, that he possesses a lot of spirit and hustle, will once more be crouching behind the plate. 1 hough only a sophomore, he has lots of po¬ tentiality. both as a receiver and as a hitter. Con Ferland, Assumption s all-around athlete, is the team’s big man at the plate. Not only did Con have a .438 batting average last year, but fans also noticed that he was a very flashy- fielding first-sacker. I his versatile athlete, playing his last year on an Asumption diamond, is almost sure o f all -city honors. The outfield remains in the capable hands of a trio of Seniors: Don I.ussier, Roger Racine and Phil Goyette. Don Lussier, a smooth lielder, is at home either in the outfield or in the infield. For that reason, Don may have to change positions during the season in order to bolster the team at its weak points, hut no matter where he is on the field, his fine play and determination will make fans aware of his presence. The fast fielding and excellent throwing arm of Roger Racine has very often caught opponent base runners off guard. How¬ ever. Roger does not only limit his abilities to defensive work; he is a good sticker as well, consistently hitting well over the .300 mark. Phil Goyette may be slowed down by his weight, but this defensive disadvantage redeems itself at the plate. A long ball hitter when he connects. Phil is always a threat to opponent hurlers. F irst Season Opens Hustle, foe • • ' ■ ’V • Left to light, 1st row: A. Daniels, R. Gallant, B. Cabana; 2nd row : P. Goulet, manager, E. Comeau, M. LaBrosse, P. Jean, J. Saulnier, assist, manager. OUR TENNIS TEAM Assumption is looking forward to another excellent year in tennis. They hope to match and even exceed last year s record of 6-1. Their only defeat came at the hands of Worcester Academy (2-7). This year s team should be just as slrong if not stronger than last year’s. Their only loss was Bacon, the third man. Comeau with his heads up style of play and cannonball serve is expected to nail down first place again, and his inseparable companion Marc LaBrosse should most certainly capture second place. Third man position will be heavily contested by tip toe Casa and Paul Jean. Cabana is the character of the team: worried before, worried after, and if he loses: I had an off day. Paul Goulet is contributing his valuable talent, transportation included, to the managerial post. This year’s tentative schedule: Nashua is certain, and Manchester, Worcester Academy, Classical, LaSalle, Fitchburg, and Dean Academy are probable games. Captain Comeau OUR TRACK TEAM Left to right, 1st row: C. Brunelle, manager, R. Noel, E. Dursin, L. Bedard, P. Plante, T. Labelle, R. D Amours; 2nd row: P. Radna, P. Lietar, R. Durocher, R. Brunelle, R. Dumouchel, A. Berthiaume, J. J. Leblanc, coach; 3rd row: D. Jobin, E. L Ecuyer, R. Laplume, D. Rainville, B. Lemieux, L. Catellier. Captain Plante Last year s track team, in spite of spark, only managed to pull through with a 0-4 record. I his year’s team, hampered by the loss of Red Bouthiller, Browski and Joe Audibert, faces a terrific rebuilding job under their new coach Doc Leblanc. Larry Bedard, back with the team this year, is a cinch to take the mile and quarter mile. Pete is going out for the shot-put, and short distances. Other than that, the team on the whole has little experience. Brunelle, Dumouchel and Bert Lemieux look good as prospective 440, broad jump and half-mile men respectively, and Dursin really shows prom¬ ise. The shorter distances are going to be very hard to fill, but with the determination that the team has been showing so far, it should end up with a good year. Leominster. Fitch¬ burg, and Marlboro are probable meets, and South, Classical and Assumption will probably come together for a tri-meet. f INTRAMURALS Senior A . . . Champs Throughout our years at Assumption, the major role played by sports has provided us with many enjoyable moments. I he more adept athletes were fortunate enough to become members of the Varsity squads; the others had to focus their aspirations in other directions. J he intramurals provided ample opportunities for these students to take active parts in sports Basketball and baseball are the leading sports in the intramurals. Of the two, basketball is the one which gathers more enthusiasm on the part of all. All teams, whether winners or losers, profited from the intra¬ mural activities. All have learned to play and work in close harmony with others. They have acquired the high ideals of sportsmanship and good spirit in athletics. As of now, we know not yet who the baseball champions will be. However, we can predict that no matter who wins, the action will be fast and exciting. On many occasions, the intramurals have brightened the day when things seemed to go wrong. Remembering this, how can we forget them and all the fun that accompanied them? INDIVIDUAL SCORING G. Bonnici, Junior A.00 G. Chartier, Junior B.73 A. D Amours, Senior A.74 N. Gaudrault, Junior A.74 M. LaBrosse, Senior A.67 R. Savoie, Senior B.61 R. Gosselin, Senior B.53 P. Jean, Senior B.51 R. Grandchamp, Junior B.51 P. Goyette, Senior A.46 F. Bergeron, Senior A.45 A. Daniels, Junior A.45 Senior B Assumption life was never dull. Those who did not participate in our activities, nevertheless supported them and contributed to their success. Spare time was never to spare but always to want. • • • cttvities N AT IO N A L HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society of Sec¬ ondary Schools has always heen highly regarded at Assumption. Admission is a distinction well praised hy every student. It is the goal of N. H. S. to promote interest in studies and character develop¬ ment. The letters C. S. L. S.,’ included on each membership pin, represent the bases on which a member is selected: Character, Scholarship, Leadership, and Services rendered. Members are chosen by responsible faculty personnel, and on a strict merit system according to these four outstanding requirements. A ChapI ain and Counselor is also ap¬ pointed. I his year Father Marcellin, with his wide knowledge of parliamen¬ tary procedures, was the Society’s capa¬ ble advisor. T he Society emblem bears a flaming torch. May the example of all members lead others in the attainment of their ideal, the formation o f full men. Left to right, 1st row: Fernand Roy, French Editor, Donat Lamothe, Assistant Editor, Donald Lussier, Editor-in-chief, Normand Lemaire, Business Manager, Emmanuel Dutremble, English Editor; 2nd row: Albert D Amours, Sports Editor, Leo Archambault and William Brunelle, Feature Editors, Raymond Beauregard, photographer. M E M1N1 - HERITAGE STAFF I o these, our gratitude is immense. Often did they sacri¬ fice their time in order to give our publications that literary touch. 1 he French and English moderators. Father Etienne and Edgar respectively, always had but one ultimate thought in mind: our success in producing this yearbook. Father UI ric, our financial adviser, gave us his full co¬ operation. We can quote Fr. Ulric as saying, I don t know why you need me, boys, because Norm Lemaire can sure keep the books straight. 1 hanks a million. Father, from Norm and the entire staff. Our school paper was also the object of their incessant cares. Never will we forget their initiative on our behalf. I Fie compilers of the 55 Memini inay he compared to a small boat undulating on a great ocean . . . we sure had our ups and downs. I remember how difficult it was to organize working systems in order to create a happy medium between our classes and incidental social activi ties. Often, particularly during the mid-year exams and the month that followed, we worked continuously . . . not only was the third issue of the Heritage being prepared, but also the waging battle to meet the printer s omni¬ present deadlines was underway. Writing and rewriting, reading and revising, making layouts and, of course, fight¬ ing those head-splitting financial problems are but a brief on the many obstacles. . . . PT i jk B V ! Let s take a glance at the editors and those who made the Memini-Heritage possible in 53 . For those who are eager to learn the true identity of U. Did it and Jean Lenaif, if they are our English and French editors respectively. Our business manager. Norm Lemaire, did a great job; in addition to keeping up with the business of the day, he found time to work on the lay¬ outs and general planning with Mel, Leo, myself and many others including Father Ildephons and Brother Leopold who did much of the artwork. We, the editors, would like to express our sincerest gratitude for the wonderful cooperation we received from the faculty: especially, we would like to thank Fr. Armand. Fr. Edgar, Fr. Etienne, Fr. Ulric, Br. Yiennay and Br. Roger. Also we would like to thank Loring Studios for their effi cient photography service, L’Etoile Printers and J he Comet Press for their patience. . . . In the course of our work, we feel that we have acquired the knowledge of cer¬ tain principles worthwhile transmitting to our successors: cramming doesn’t pay .. . one who takes pride in his undertakings works so much better ... a good system replaces many hours of head-scratching . . . the human body is not a perpetual motion machine. All in all, we, the editors, take great pride in seeing our work in print, for nothing less than a continuous cycle of classes, exams, and Memini-Heritage’ preparations enabled us to bring forth this book. Our work has come to an end and, if in years to come, a reader should find among these pages occasion for a happy memory or a thoughtful smile, our efforts will have been amply rewarded. DONALD LUSSIER du has en haul; de gauche a droite—1 rangee: Ron. Randlett, R. Testa, R. Cote, D. Bacon, D. Caron, D. Roy; 2 rangee: L. Lesage, E. Aubrey, R. Wagner, J. B. Lesage, C. Desmarais; 5 rangee: D. Lamotbe, R. Gagne, Ron. Turgeon, R. Perras, G. Bonnici; 4 rangee : J. P. Page, N. Sauve, C. Lepine, G. INoel, H. Gomez, C. Grenacbe, R. Romero, R. Grandcbamp. ECOLE APOSTOLIQUE Les membres de I Ecole Apostolicfue ne forment pas un groupe separe dans I ecole. Leur vie ressemble a celle des autres eleves: ils suivent Ie meme reglement et assislent aux memes exercices. Beneficiant d une reduction de pension tres appreciable, ils chercbent a compenser cette faveur en fournissant leur part dans les travaux de proprete de la maison. Et ceci ne va guere sans sacrifices tres meri- toires de leur part. Ils s’efforcent de donner Ie bon example par leur piete, leur application et leur con- duite, et ont a coeur de prier pour leur camarades. Merci aux futures Assomp- tionistes de leur devouement dont nous beneficions tous. Ici on etudie . . . sa vocation. Le Cercle Saint Jean ouvre large ses portes done non seulement a ceux qui ont en- tendu I appel intime du Maitre, mais a tous ceux qui en soup- qonnent meme la possibility. Des reunions bebdomadaires tournent et retournent la na¬ ture, les signes, les exigences d une vocation sacerdotale. Un ceil vigilant et discret du pere directeur suit autant que peut se faire Ie progres de cbacun des membres afin de porter main forle dans la poursuite d un noble ideal. De temps a autre il y a un film d interet particulier aux fulurs apotres, et a I occasion un pretre visiteur vient aussi encourager les pretres de de- du has en haut; de gauche a droite l rangee: J. Marcbessault, R. Hession, D. Rainville, E. Lecuyer, D. Jobin, J. Marcbessault; 2 rangee: J. Sullivan, R. Cbar- Iand. P. Gregoire Boisvert, N. Levesque, B. Dufour;3 rangee: N. Balthazar, R. Beauregard, P. Goulet, L. Goudreau, P. Archambeault, M. Labrosse, R. Laplume, P. Je an. mam. LE CERCLE SAINT JEAN Left to right , 1st row: Emmanuel Dutremble, vice-president. Donald Lussier, presi¬ dent, Roger Leveillee, vice-president; 2nd row: Robert Gosselin and William Brunelle, treasurers. THE SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS It seems only yesterday that we walked in as com¬ plete strangers, confused by the many new faces which surrounded us. We soon acquired wonderful friends, however, and none of them can ever be forgotten. As the first year went by, many of our classmates obtained distinction in athletics. Don Lussier and his strong will-to-win is easily figured as breaking through t lie I ine and plunging for the goal line. In baseball sea¬ son. we picture him running for that ninth-inning fly ba II. w e also remember Connie Ferl and dribbling down the court in his calm, easy-going style, and driv¬ ing in to score another basket. Neither is Connie for¬ gotten on the baseball diamond, either smashing a win¬ ning home-run, or making a spectacular catch at first base. We cannot overlook Pete Plante whose muscled arm could handle a shot-put like a toy, and our fleet- footed track star, Larry Bedard, whose energy and stamina never gave out. Eddie Comeau excelled in tennis. On the intellectual side, the names of Bergeron, D Amours, Dutremble, Gagne, Lamothe, Laurence, Lemaire, Lussier, Plante, Roy, and Claude, Edmund, and William Brunelle were constantly appearing on the Honor Roll. All of us understood the importance ol studies and we can remember the worried expressions which appeared on most faces when the exams came around. Everyone aimed high and was never satisfied with less. As we leave our Alma Mater, we hope that we have made ourselves worthy graduates. We have tried to upho Id the good spirit and dignity of Assumption, for we are proud of its accomplishments. Farewell to our home and our friends; we ll always remember them. Grand March OUR PROM I hrough the undying efforts of the Prom Com¬ mittee and the co-operation of Father Armand, the Senior Prom for the first time was held in our own gym. 1 he accommodation of fifty couples offered a terrific problem, but this did not stop the Com¬ mittee from providing us with a memorable evening. From the silvery shell, across the realistic gar¬ den scene, issued the smooth music of Joey Paries and his orchestra. The warmhearted chaperones led the Grand March. Refreshments followed and dancing was resumed till twelve. At the close of the evening, all congratulated the Committee for their admirable work and left to meet again at the 1 ower House. Having our prom in our own gym created sucb a wonderful atmosphere throughout the night that we wish to expres sour sincerest gratitude to hr. Armand, the chaperones, the Committee and all those who made the prom possible. 1 he chaperones were: Mr. Mrs. Louis D. Card inal, Mr. Mrs. Lucien H. Desjardins, and Mr. M rs. Raymond J. Marion. Chaperones Holy Name Invasion FIELD DAY Up, Jean t All in the Game Relay Race Old memories never die; they just fade away. The pictures assembled on these pages will long serve to keep these memories intact; but as all material things, the paper will wear away. Only in our minds can we forever cherish the remembrance of the gymna¬ sium, the library, the classrooms, and even chewing the rag near (he coke machine or on the campus downs. All these pages however will last long enough to revive in our minds all these pleasant memories of our beautiful campus and school- day companions. Halftime Mail for Me, Brother? Pow, Right in I be Kisser Library , Quiet (?) OH H APP y D A ' 1 ' s w orcester Symphony 1 ityre, 1 u Patulae Left to right, sitting: George Bonnici and Paul Archambault, presidents; standing: Raymond Haling and John Saulnier, vice-presidents, Richard Brunelle, secretary. THE JUNIORS . . . OUR FUTURE ARISTOCRATS Looking behind us, we find that the work, spirit and traditions which we did our utmost to maintain shall in all certainty be continued by our successors, the Juniors. It has been impossible for us, through these years, not to acquire a sincere liking for these, our closest schoolmates. Their genial and cooperative spirit has been an invaluable help at all times; their kind, serious attitude makes them worthy of the task which lies ahead of them. Since many of us have participated in sports with them, we have become familiar with the abilities of their outstanding athletes. Joey Bouchard s talent and vigor on the basketball floor well deserves our recogni¬ tion. Dick Loranger, the ever-smiling and joking foot¬ ball and basketball star, cannot easily be forgotten. Red S auve s serious and relentless playing has made him co-captain of next year’s football tea m. Our atten¬ tion is also drawn to Lefty Gaudrault, who pitches with his heart as well as his arm. The Juniors also professed pride in their numerous honor students, namely: Paul Archambault, Richard Brunelle, Raymond Haling, Bertrand Lemieux, Norman Gaudrault, and George Bonnici, only to mention a few. One of the prime factors in the success of the Juniors has been their able leadership. Paul Archambault had numerous occasions to demonstrate his worth as presi¬ dent of the class. Richard Brunelle, our succeeding editor-in-chief, has also shown capabilities and willing¬ ness to undertake heavy responsibilities. All in all, the Juniors have shown the traits of a well- balanced class, and we wish them the best of luck in their final year. We are proud to have such worthy successors. L ejt to right, sitting: Robert Roy and Raymond Durocher, presidents, Robert Dumouchel, vice-president; standing: Denis Roy and Paul Chabot, treasurers, Richard Roy, vice-president. SOPHOMORES CLASS OF ’55 I wo years ago. Assumption s corridors were filled with unfamiliar, timid and confused faces. However, the present sophomores soon became a friendly part of our large Assumption family. We now have a good idea as to what the senior class of 55 will shape up to be. Pete Pelletier, having been chosen in the lineup for the All-Catholic football squad, is making a definite endeavor to replace Don Lussier s vigorous tactics on the gridiron. Bobby Roy and Chico Chabot have shown superior talent and agility on the hard-wood court. Dick Roy will undoubtedly lind a spot on the baseball diamond. I he Honor Roll has been steadily occupied by John Pierce, followed up by Raymond Durocher, Norman Paulhus, and John Sullivan. Besides Honor Roll mem¬ bers, several serious individuals do exceptionally well in particular subjects. We cannot omit mentioning John Pierce s talent as an orator with stern bel iefs. Neither can we forget the sophomores participation in plays, at our Christmas parties, and for the French Club. 1 heir ability cer¬ tainly extends in many directions. In curricular and extra-curricular activities, the lifty- fivers have participated without fail. I heir merry-mak¬ ing and Assumption-like spirit have struck us as being the elements necessary to continue the example of upper-classmanship which we have tried to set for them. We are confident that they shall retain Assump¬ tion High’s standards of being a great institution in the eyes of all. You re a wonderful hard-working group, sophomores, and with this assurance in mind, we leave you with this advice: if you want to do great things, continue striving toward greater things. Left to right, sitting: Pierre Marceau, vice-president, Paul Normandin, James Healy. Donat Desrosiers, presidents. Arthur Fitzgerald, vice-president; standing: Paul Goyette, Bertrand Bolduc, secretary-treasurers, Emile 1 rahan, vice-president, Claude Lepine. secretary-treasurer; absent: Richard Wagner, secretary-treasurer. THE YEARLING CLASS Last but not least in our schoolmate acquaintances are the freshmen. This large group of seventy students, varying from four to six feet in height, certainly show wide physical contrasts. Nevertheless, the group quickly adapted itself to the dominant good spirit of Assump¬ tion. Possessed with a determination to succeed, they have been well praised by many of their professors. Paul Normandin, Robert Bourgoin, Richard Testa, Eugene I huot, and Joseph Beauchamps are but a few of the studious names on the ir Honor Roll. In the athletic field, while all have shown spirited en¬ thusiasm, several have actually had their efforts crowned with success. Peter Marceau and Arthur Fitzgerald are likely prospects for next year’s football team. By giving their utmost to basketball, Emile Trahan and Bert Bolduc have already strengthened the J.V. team. They will certainly uphold the Blue and White on the court, gridiron and diamond. Their mettle wi II be shown more effectively in the coming years. Their active good spirit and willingnesse to cooperate has well contributed to the Cercle Francais, Christ¬ mas party, and all activities in which they gladly took part. As we, the seniors, depart, our hopes remain with all of our followers. We wish them to attain those un¬ defeated seasons which we tried to achieve. We also wish them to attain a superior recognition for Assump¬ tion, for we believe our school deserves much for its teachings. When we return in future years to recall our school life. Assumption will probably have changed hut its principles will not vary-—to strive ever higher. Within, we have our odds and ends which are, by no means, inferior as far as memories are concerned. Each category sym¬ bolizes close and everlasting comradeship. With short phras¬ es, we have attempted to char¬ acterize our classmates in such a fashion that their memories will live forever and ever deep within our hearts. aneties POPULARITY RACE All-Assumption D. Fussier C. Ferland N. Lemaire Most Likely to Succeed D. Fussier E. Dutremble N. Lemaire Did Most For Class D. Lussier N. Lemaire E. Dutremble Most Studious P. Plante P. Jean T. Labelle Most Devoted D. Lamothe D. Lussier N. Lemaire Most Popular C. Ferland D. Cournoyer D. Lussier Most Typical L. Archambault A. D Amours C. Ferland Handsomest C. Ferland D. Lussier W. Brunelle Most Athletic C. Ferland D. Lussier P. Plante Best Orator D. Famothe D. Cournoyer F. Roy Most Versatile D. Lussier C. Ferland D. Cournoyer Friendliest D. Cournoyer F. Eastman C. Ferland Best Humored D. Cournoyer F. Eastman R. Theriault Most Artistic D. Cardinal R. Gallant D. Lamothe Best Mannered R. Beauregard D. Lamothe E. Dutremble Most Modest D. Lussier P. Plante N. Marois Most Argumentative R. Tourville R. Romero R. Laurence Most Musical R. J ourville J. Page D. Lamothe Most Romantic B. Cabana W. Brunelle B. Tremblay Noisiest P. Tougas R. Savoie B. Tremblay Most Business-like N. Lemaire D. Lussier D. Cournoyer Women Hater E. Brunelle F. Roy D. Lamothe Class Giant R. Theriault R. Dubois R. Savoie Class Midget C. Brunelle B. Tremblay L. Archambault Class Fat Man P. Goyette D. Cardinal W. Paquin Biggest Eater W. Paquin P. Plante R. Laurence Best Entertainer D. Cournoyer R. Theriault F. Eastman Kings of Heart Breakers B. Cabana B. Tremblay M. LaBrosse Sports Fan R. Laurence C. Ferland N. Lemaire Quietest R. Beauregard R. Leroux F. Roy Most Temperamental C. Brunelle R. Tourville L. Bedard Faculty Drag L. Bedard D. Lussier C. Ferland Most Generous C. Ferland F. Eastman R. Gosselin Most Orderly R. Beauregard L. Archambault D. Lamothe Post’s Reader P. Tougas D. Cardinal F. Eastman Wittiest R. Theriault D. Cournoyer P. Tougas Most Bashful N. Grondin N. Marois P. Plante Best Dressed C. Ferland L. Archambault R. Gosselin Best Poet D. Lamothe L. Archambault F. Bergeron Best Singer L. Archambault W. Paquin W. Brunelle Brightest Student N. Lemaire E. Dutremble D. Lamothe Nicest Hair L. Archambault D. Lussier E. Comeau Best Spanish Athlete B. Tremblay R. Tourville R. Romero Most Rugged P. Plante L. Archambault D. Lussier Most Cooperative D. Cournoyer D. Lussier N. Lemaire Busiest D. Lussier N. Lemaire D. Lamothe Best Mathematicians P. Plante F. Bergeron N. Lemaire Most Imaginative F. Eastman B. Tremblay R. Gosselin Favorite Subject Chemistry English French Favorite Professor Fr. Etienne Mr. Gaucher Fr. Ulric Lavorite Sport Basketball Football Baseball Theme Song Stardust Tenderly You’ll Never W, LEST WE FORGET Gossie s tattoos . . . Satch s life liistory ... I fie Bristol Butt . . . Celebrating Bill Berthiaume s birthday by throwing him in the pool . . . I elly s wiry hair . . . Casa s sprightly walk . . . Marois and his bulldozer . . . Satch’s troop pants and pipe . . . Don breaking a stack of plates in refectory . . . Gallant and his sketches in Ricky ' s classes . . . Grondin: half extern, half intern, half asleep . . . Satch’s (indispensable) after-vacation tales . . . Cournoyer s syndicate . . . Greasy s many pennies . . . Cooney and Greasy passing the atom . . . Goosie entertaining the boys in the rec hall . . . Bedard and Telly ripping each other s bed apart . . . Casa s frequent birthdays . . . Lava: future F.B.I. agent . . . Laurence s precise and exact knowledge on all dates, facts, and figures . . . Paquin: alias Boogy Bait . . . Racine’s nickname . . . Trudeau. Butch, Bingo, Duke, and Berthiaume. I he Senior motto: Flunk with a smile ... I he Senior’s second rec hall . . . I he Chief’s stall ... 1 he Old Man: his tasks and recitations, his sheets and mot-a-mot, his classes and our ties ... I he many weekends spent cramming for Monday morning . . . Hudon’s car and real-estate transactions. I he Christmas party in Brother Leopold s dorm and I he many enjoyable times we had that year . . . Rolling marbles in Brother Robert s dorm . . . Jolly Brother Armand . . . Brother Donat . . . Brother Jules falling asleep during morning study . . . Brother Robert patrolling the dorm until one o clock in the morning . . . Father Leo keeping the Freshman study . . . Brother Leopold s untiring aid and advice in all our publications and parties. Father Marcellin’s evolution . . . Gauch’s and Pop’s rivalry . . . Pop blowin ' g up again, ' Act I, scene 4” . . . The constant care from Mother Gilbert . . . Father Dionysius palming 30 copybooks . . . Father Marcellin s cigars . . . Ricky’s patience and humorous (???) jokes . . . Pop playing softball . . . Father Gilbert’s carnet . . . Father Ludgerus dictations . . . The Chief on Field Day, all sharped up! . . . Father Ulric’s colored cbalk . . . Father Dionysius’ famous Uno, duo, tertio . . . Mister Deschenes, substitute prof for Mr. Gaucher . . . Father Marcellin losing his false teeth trying to stop a riot . . . The faculty nicknames: Old Buck,” Pop,” Ma,” Lippy, Test-tube,” Gauch. Ricky,” Doodle- fonse,’ Hudy,” Chink,” Luigi, Mozart, Baddy, Harry, Freddy, Turtle, Chief, Bull,” Swede, Bobby, Admiral, Harvey.” Singing Pater Noster in chapel . . . Genius story-telling time . . . Father Amarin taking our names down in his note-book . . . The Swede and the rough treatment he gave everyone, even the bishop . . . Getting our class rings, after a long and anxious wait . . . Beans and cocoanul cupcakes . . . Father Amarin’s whistle after the basketball games . . . The races every Thursday night to be first in the showers, but why the rush?.—The showers only lasted two minutes wi th no time to wash up and les s time to regulate the water . . . Father Amarin’s water pistol with which he woke us up in the morning . . . The long climbs to our Freshman dorm and Physics lab . . . The Holy Name Dance . . . The day-off afternoons spent at Holmes . . . Father Amarin’s singing the Confiteor in chapel. The petition for more heat and warm water in dorm . . . The Memini staff burning the midnight oil . . . Meeting in the store from 3:30 to 4:00 . . . The yo-yo and water pistol fads . . . The mad rush to play ping-pong in our Freshman year . . . The Saturday night bull sessions . . . Dropping our dictionaries in the Fresh¬ man study . . . The many enjoyable moments spent on the Senior volleyball court. Last of all, let us never forget our classmates. CLASS WILL We the class of 1953, not lacking sound judgment, and neither under the influence of intoxicating liquors or drugs, do freely bequeath the following remnants of our once great fortune, in this, our last will and testament. TO THE STUDENT BODY: our motto, “y° u can’t go wrong if you do your best. TO THE JUNIORS: We leave our ties and our “mot-a-mot to help them through their encounter with Cicero and Virgil. TO THE SOPHOMORES: patience to survive the next two years. TO THE FRESHMEN: a few more inches and a few more pounds to make a better football team. TO FATHER ARMAND: We give our sincere thanks for his wonderful co¬ operation. TO FATHER AMARIN : a snow-making machine to provide for snowballs at all times. We also donate a periscope to see around corners and Sully s reliable whistle.’’ TO FATHER EDGAR: a book entitled How to prevent blushing’ by I. M. Red. TO FATHER ETIENNE: We give no more than what we have given—the best years of our lives. TO FATHER ULRIC: a book of the latest jokes to supplement his repertoire of overworn puns. FERNAND BERGERON leaves all his theories to George Gemme. AL” D’AMOURS hands down his address book to his cousin, Roger. PHIL GOYETTE does not give but lends his pennies to any worthy debtor. NORMAND GRONDIN donates his absentee tickets to Charlie Amyott. ROBERT SAVOIE gives his baby bottle to “Baby ’ Tarzan. DON’ LUSSIER leaves his razor to “Lefty” Radna. PIERRE PLANTE passes down his drag with “‘Ricky’ to Bert Lemieux. FAT CARDINAL donates his I.Q. answers to Jean Mathys. “HUMPHREY’’ BRUNELLE leaves his seat to anyone who can fill it. PIERRE TOUGAS gives the state of Maine to any student who cares to have it. “CASA” CABANA yields all his cosmetics to George Bonnici so he may comb his hair from now on. RENALDO ROMERO and CLAUDE BRUNELLE give their tempers to any reserved Freshmen. RAYMOND DUBOIS leaves his size 15 shoe to Richard Roy, “56. “LARRY” BEDARD bequeaths his immense vocabulary of English words to Frawley, ’56. “BILL” PAQUIN donates free embalming service to any of the professors. J. P. PAGE leaves the organ for repairs. CHICK” THERIAULT abandons 13 to any clean playing basketball player. PAUL GOULET donates his flannels to Van Vooren who is always cold. GOOSE GOSSELIN passes down his basketball height to Miller, ’55. ROGER J OURVILLE wills to Bobby Roy his broken reeds and metal polish to shine his sax. “MOUSEY” EASTMAN bestows the care of his twin lions. Zephyrin and Z enobia, to Dick Loranger. ROGER GALLANT yields his collection of drawings to Strahan. ROBERT LAURENCE bequests h is statistics on sports to Larry Couture. LEO ARCHAMBAULT leaves his shoe-shine kit to “Ma” Poirier. THE MEMINI-HERITAGE STAFF OF 1955 donates to the future staff of the MEMINI-HERITAGE a box of Caffeine Pills to help them through their arduous nights of work that lie ahead. 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The sweet melodious strains of music rebound, but so does the thunder of canons. A paper that draws its life-blood from the four winds is very likely to print much of the incongruous and discordant. Indeed, was it not possible to find such tendencies in some of the articles of past Echoes”? True, a conservative measure of gossip is permissible, and perhaps even obligatory. However, the ideal of THE HERI¬ TAGE will be to present food for thought. Will the editors succeed in this worthy enterprise? Time will tell. What is our Heritage? The greatest of all gifts is the Catholic faith, our faith, our heri¬ tage. Many future editorials will consequently deal with this greatest (continued on page 5) Les Elections Un groupe d’eleves de Versification se reunit un soir d’octobre pour choisir les membres responsables de la redaction et de l’administration de notre revue. Lionel Simard, Versificateur conscien- cieux et populaire, membre de la Societe d’Honneur, fut elu redacteur en chef. II pourra deployer dans cette tache de con- fiance ses talents d’organisateur. Raymond Guay et Raynald Lemieux, tous deux egalement qualifies pour le Frangais et pour l’Anglais, ont fini par s’entendre: Raymond Guay prit pour sa part le Frangais et Raynald Lemieux s’at- tribua l’Anglais. Ils pourront compter sur la collabora¬ tion d’Ernest Beaulac; deja membre de differentes associations, ce dernier accep- ta d’etre un redacteur bilingue. William Dupuis qui a deja eu l’occa- sion de faire ses preuves, accepte la res- ponsabilite de gerant. II comptera sur l’aide de deux collaborateurs: Maurice Albert et Donald Dragon. (Suite a la page 8) The Dogma of the Assumption On the first day of November, His Holiness, Pope Pius XII defined as a dog¬ ma to the Universal Church the Assump¬ tion of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We, the students of Assumption High, have a great interest in this dogma be¬ cause of our Alma Mater. As our bish¬ op, His Excellency John J. Wright, pointed out in his pastoral letter on the Assumption, the diocese of Worcester has within its limits the only American college — and there is a high school too, — which takes its name from the Assumption of our Blessed Mother. A triduum of prayer to Mary was held on the campus, and our own Father Gil¬ bert gave the sermon at the Holy Hour on the evening of November first. In Quebec, the Assumptionists officiated at the basilica, where Father Engelbert of the college department gave the sermon. Then too, our Provincial, Father Wil- (Suite a la page 2) SON EMINENCE LE CARDINAL EUGENE TISSERANT Un Cardinal S ' arrete Chez Nous Dans les premiers jours de ce mois, quelques etrangers qui auraient passe par notre college, auraient demande: Est-ce une periode de vacances? est-ce le temps des examens?” Nous attendions avec im¬ patience une visite de marque, une de ces visites dont l’Assomption s’enorgueillira longtemps. A 6 h.45 Son Eminence le Cardinal Eu¬ gene Tisserant, Secretaire de la Sacree Congregation pour l’Eglise Orientale et Eveque Titulaire de Sainte-Rufine entra au gymnase parmi les acclamations et les applaudissements. Ce fut d’abord le Pere Superieur qui prit la parole. Ensuite un collegien re- mercia Son Eminence en notre nom, pour l’honneur de sa visite. Le prelat frangais exprima son affection et sa plus cordiale amitie pour les Assomptionistes. II a me- me eu la delicatesse d’attribuer sa voca¬ tion a une des publications de la Bonne Presse. (Suite a la page 8) MONITOR ' S PRAYER Good morning, dear God, ' tis I who call, An unsure creature, Frantically gripping for a firmer hand To lead me Through the day ' s long curve, Fearful of shearing awry Delicate petals on an immortal vine, The budding souls You’ve given me To serve. These are Your children, Lord—I too a child . How is a lamb the shepherd of a flock? Mine to lead?.... But You... Lead Thou me on!” Fill in the caves of my emptiness: Your manna in my frailty; The Dove of Light to sweep away the fog, That 1 may find the strength to punish, The wisdom to commend, And Heaven’s gentle dew on earth alone To teach me how to smile, forgive, and love! And, Lord, let me place within the chalice, My tears, anxieties, and smiles, That You might raise them, And find an over-filled cup of love For You, and those you call Your very own, The little ones I serve. Larry Richards, ’49. Assumptionists ' Centennial Men of Mary, Men of God, In Mother Church’s Holy Year; Year of Grace and Mary’s Crown, ’Tis now you feel that Heaven’s near. Indeed you might!—but not alone, Your rapture is ours too. Our spirits all elated soar To heights they never knew. We came and child-like felt our way, We groped for wisdom’s light; You did not fail; a world is ours, You led us from our night. If we do find Eternal Life, ’Tis you we must repay. If we do conquer in the strife, Through you we found the way. In high acclaim lift tip our hearts! The Master’s bounty knew no bounds. Nor should our praise; nor should our thanks, That in these festive days resound. Robert Lemieux, ’51. THE DOGMA—continued frid, preached at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York. One of the priests who have been the most instrumental in the drawing up and the proclamation of the dogma of the Assumption is Father Martin Jugie, A.A., who is now in Rome. Father Jugie is one of the foremost Church authorities on the Oriental Church and its traditions. The dogma of the Assumption de¬ fined, states: Mary, the Virgin Mother of God was assumed, body and soul, into the glory of Heaven. It is to be noted, however, that no mention of Mary’s death is made in the proclamation. Not that the defined doctrine is new. It’s not. At no time in the history of the Church was there a period in which this doctrine was not believed. The Assump¬ tion has been explicitly taught since the seventh century, though the germ of the dogma is contained in the Scriptures, in teachings on the Divine Maternity of Mary, and is a dramatic example of a doctrine which the faithful themselves have transmitted in the Church since the days of the Apostles, always under the infallible guidance of the Church. The Blessed Mother’s greatest attri¬ bute is that of her Divine Maternity. From this attribute flow all others, and among them, her glorious Assumption. When the ancient authors wrote of Mary, their Christian piety revolted against the idea that Mary had suffered the corruption of the grave. They asso¬ ciated her glorification with her Divine Maternity, her spotless virginity, and her unique holiness. To the minds of these ancient authors and to our minds also, the glorification of Mary, and her Assumption, were contained in, flowed from, and were postulated by the above truths. The Assumption of Mary also reminds us that she was Immaculate in her Con¬ ception, and therefore was not soiled by original sin. We may hence assume that the Blessed Virgin did not suffer the corruption of the grave, for not having been tainted by this sin, she was in no way subject to its consequences. As final confirmation of the Assump¬ tion, we have the Christian tradition concerning Mary’s body. That tradition has been well founded. The faithful have cherished the relics of the saints and martyrs from the first beginnings of the Church, but they have never pre¬ tended to possess any trace of the body of the Queen of all saints, the Mother of martyrs. Had the body of Mary been anywhere on this earth, the devout would have made an untiring search for it till it had been found and enshrined in a man¬ ner befitting her love for Jesus and our love for her. Mary’s Assumption affirms the sancti¬ ty of the human body, its true dignity and eternal worth, at a moment in his¬ tory when paganism has led to two su¬ perficially opposed extremes: a perverse cult of the body on the one hand, the cruel abuse of bodies on the other. This papal definition reminds us how highly God Himself values the human bodies He has fashioned to be temples of the Holy Ghost. Mary’s Assumption into Heaven is the exemplar and the pledge that one day we too shall be assumed into Heaven body and soul. . Paul Marcoux, 5 2. Un Fondateur Disparait Un ancetre de notre College nous a quittes. Le Pere Laity, un des plus an- ciens Peres Assomptionistes, mourut en France le 18 septembre de cette annee. Avec son depart de vieux et chers sou¬ venirs reviennent a la surface. Le Pere Laity figurait parmi les premiers reli- gieux venus en Amerique pour fonder notre College. Leur premiere residence fut a la paroisse de Notre-Dame, oil ils ont ete regus cordialement par le Pere Brouillette. Devant l’alternative de fonder ou de retourner en France, ils n’hesiterent pas. Ayant trouve une petite maison, l’actuel couvent de nos cheres soeurs Antonien- nes, ils debuterent le 4 octobre 1904. Mais qu’est-ce qu’un college sins au moins un eleve”? On le trouva; ce fut Wilfrid Roy de Worcester, qui est a pre¬ sent Frere a St-Louis, Missouri. Parmi les autres pionniers de ces temps heroi- ques, on compte notre fidele Monsieur Gaucher. C’etait le temps oil le Pere charge de la surveillance au refectoire devait se ha¬ ter le soir; il avait a prendre des legons d’Anglais pour en savoir un peu plus long que les eleves a la classe du lendemain. Le Pere Laity n’enseignait pas; il se chargeait de la predication dans les pa- roisses. En l’annee 1907, il precha la retraite des eleves. Le Pere nous a quittes; le souvenir de sa vie demeurera, et son nom restera as- socie a la fondation de notre College. Richard Belair ’52. HONOR ROLL SENIORS: Normand Bernard, Harold Gould, Robert Amyot, Jean- Paul Aucoin, Robert Beaudet, Ernest Beaulac, Paul Bisson, Raymond Guay, Raynald Lemieux, Lionel Simard. JUNIORS: J.-Paul Marcoux, ' ••Wil¬ liam Archambault, Eugene Lalancette, Normand Massicotte, Ernest Sylvestre. SOPHOMORES: ' ' Claude Brunelle, William Brunelle, Albert D’Amours, Em¬ manuel Dutremble, Roger Gallant, Do¬ nat Lamothe, Normand Lemaire, Donald Lussier. FRESHMEN: ::: ' Rene Cote, Adrien Berthiaume, Bertrand Lemieux, Paul Rheaume. :; Paul Archambault, Roger Boisvert, Richard Brunelle, Alan Daniels, Roger D’Amours, Raymond Desrosiers, Arthur Harnois, Albert Nault, Ernest Pick. PAGE TWO NOVEMBER 1950 La Vierge a I ' Assomption L’eleve qui vient au college pour la premiere fois, ne quitte pas definitivement le sourire mater- nel. Le sourire de la Vierge l’attend a l’Assomp- tion; il ne saurait s’y promener longtemps sans rencontrer une de ses statues. II vient de franchir la porte principale; voici Notre-Dame du Sacre-Coeur qui Paccueille dans sa nouvelle demeure. Au parloir, il remarque la gra- cieuse statue de Notre-Dame de Salut. On lui ap- prend que c’est sous sa protection que les Assomp- tionistes dirigent de nombreux pelerinages. Un coup d’oeil dans la salle de recreation des Peres: son regard rencontre la Vierge sereine de la Medaille Miraculeuse, celle qui, les mains ouvertes, lui prodiguera ses graces. Un Pere veut bien l’accompagner au refectoire des Religieux pour lui montrer une Vierge moins celeste: une statuette sculptee dans le bois, et placee dans une niche. C’est Notre-Dame Panetiere. Marie est comme une vieille maman soucieuse qui veille depuis longtemps a ce que la maison ait son pain quotidien. Le voici qui rentre dans la chapelle du Christ- Roi. Cette fois c’est une madone moderne qu’il rencontre a l’entree. Apres sa visite au Dieu de l’Eucharistie, il vient s’agenouiller devant la petite statue de Notre-Dame de Fatima ou devant celle de Notre-Dame de Gra¬ ce qui est a gauche du maitre-autel. Que d’Ave il fera monter vers celle qui est pleine de grace! Passons a l’Oratoire. Pres du maitre-autel s’e- leve une statue de Notre-Dame dans son Asscmp- tion. C’est, parait-il, au College de I’Assomption, la seule statue sous ce vocable. Elle protegera et accompagnera ce bambin d’une soixantaine de pouces; elle sera sa chere maman, pendant quatre ou huit ans, comme elle l’a ete pour des centaines d’autres etudiants dans le passe. Notre visite n’est pas finie. Il lui reste a se re- cueillir devant la Vierge de Lourdes. C’est devant elle, dans le beau decor de la grotte, qu’il achevera un jour ses annees d’Ecole Superieure ou de Col¬ lege; c’est a elle qu’il fera l’hommage de son di- plome au jour de la graduation. Marcel M assicotte, ’52. Notre-Dame de Salut Tandis que sur les bancs du College, nous pre- parons notre avenir par la priere et l’etude, nous apprenons que d’autres se trouvent a l’etroit entre les quatre murs de notre College. Le Frere Gerard Brassard nous fait defaut mais tous nous savons oil il est; et que ne donnerions-nous pas pour etre avec lui! Le voila en Europe, continuant l’oeuvre magnifique de l’Association Notre-Dame de Salut. De nombreux pelerinages se sont organises sous la direction assomptioniste au cours de cette Annee Sainte, convergeant vers la ville eternelle ou le St- Pere les attend avec son sourire et son amabilite. L’attention des pelerins se tourne, apres Rome, vers Lourdes et Fatima oil la Mere de Dieu a daigne poser ses pieds; quel beau reve se realise pour eux, lorsqu’ils viennent se joindre aux groupes innom- brables attires par la Vierge Immaculee! C’est une grande oeuvre que celle des pelerinages! Accompagnes de leurs chefs spirituels, les eveques de l’Eglise catholique, des croises modernes oublient le respect humain et les biens terrestres pour ne penser qu’aux souffrances et a la pauvrete de Notre-Seigneur, le premier Pelerin. William Amiotte ’52. Je monterai ma vie Je monterai ma vie en chantant, a tout peril, Dieu aidant, et que Notre- Dame m’ait en garde.” Telle est la pro- messe que fait le Petit Chanteur lorsqu’il revet l’aube et regoit la croix bleue. Je monterai ma vie”, se dit aussi au de¬ but de septembre le petit nouveau ou le grand finissant lorsqu’il gravit la colline de Greendale et les marches du College; dans le peril et l’effort, lui aussi chante; quelqu’un l’a en garde: la Vierge de I’Assomption! ( S v£ G=?3 = cP Q=’ (F Q == J ::s Cv = (P Q =s 5= NOVEMBER 1950 PAGE THREE NOTRE BLASON En rentrant au College plus d’un eleve a ete intrigue par le dessin qui vient s’offrir a son regard. En face de la porte principale, il ne peut s’empe- cher de voir la devise et les armes du College. Elies figurent aussi a l’en-tete de notre publication. Ce m’est une excuse pour en parler au lecteur. D’abord notre ecu se detache sur une hermine surmontee d’une couronne. II n’est pas difficile de comprendre que ce sont la des emblemes de la Royaute. Cela ne rappelle-t-il pas que le College est consacre au Christ-Roi? Au centre le mono¬ gramme ART (Adveniat Regnum Tuum) doit nous exciter a combattre pour faire regner notr e Roi en nous et autour de nous. Ensuite deux M dans des carres bleus nous mon- trent la place que la Sainte Vierge doit occuper au College et dans notre vie. Des feuilles de chene decorent le cote gauche du blason, et des feuilles d’erable le cote droit. Qui de nous ne sait ce que representent les feuilles d’e¬ rable? Quant aux feuilles de chene, elles sont un embleme des Etats-Unis. Rappelons-nous que le College de l’Assomption a ete fonde tout specialement pour instruire les jeunes Franco-Americains. Ce que nous devons maintenir, c’est l’heritage precieux de nos ance- tres. Nous devons etudier la langue frangaise qu’ils ont parlee, comme on laboure un champ legue par ses peres. Notre blason nous invite a etre hers: de notre Chef, le Christ-Roi, de la Vierge glorieuse de l’As¬ somption, et aussi de notre passe et de nos tradi¬ tions. Emmanuel Dutremble ’5 3. La Valeur du Francais Pourquoi apprenons-nous le frangais? Chaque eleve s’est pose cette question plusieurs fois au cours de l’annee. En reflechissant et en question- nant j’ai pu trouver une reponse. Si je regarde bien autour de moi, je puis voir que beaucoup de Franco-Americains ont peur d’ad- mettre qu’ils sont d’origine frangaise. On voit chaque jour un de ces malheureux qui change son nom: Boisvert devient Greenwood”, pour ne citer qu’un exemple. C’est honteux—mais c’est un fait. Quelle en est la raison? Pour plusieurs peut-etre le nom est difficile a prononcer en anglais, et par lachete on a choisi le moyen facile. Une autre raison serait peut-etre l’ignorance du bel heritage frangais et le manque de herte de race. Et pourquoi devons-nous etre fiers? Apres mes deux ans passes a l’Assomption, j’en suis arrive a cette conclusion: nos professeurs ont bien raison d’insister sur la superiority que nous donne notre passe frangais et de nous montrer ce que la civili¬ sation doit aux Frangais dans tous les domaines de la science et de la culture. C’est de cela que nous devons etre hers. Je crois que sur ce point il ne peut y avoir de doute pour qui que ce soit. A mesure que nous avangons dans l’etude du frangais, nous nous rendons de mieux en mieux compte combien c’est une langue claire, precise et riche pour exprimer des idees justes. Quand on exprime une idee en frangais, personne ne peut l’interpreter de deux manieres. Pour ces raisons, j’en suis convaincu, nous de¬ vons developper de notre mieux notre beau parler, non seulement dans notre propre interet, mais pour garder intact un heritage. Le seul moyen c’est de pratiquer, de pratiquer, de pratiquer encore. Paul Gallant, ’52. La Retraife Annuelle Le P. Hermes, A.A., est venu de Quebec po ur nous la precher, en septembre dernier. Nous y avons pris de belles resolutions pour l’annee — oil sont-elles? LE CENTENAIRE L’Assomption celebre cette annee le centenaire de sa naissance. De tout l’univers assomptioniste, ainsi que du College de Worcester, s’elevent des hymnes de reconnaissance pour les faveurs innom- brables que le Bon Dieu a accordees a la congre¬ gation durant ce premier siecle. Voici un echo des evenements qui se sont de- roules depuis la fondation de l’Assomption. En Pan 18 50, le Tres Rev. Pere Emmanuel d’Alzon fonda les Augustins de l’Assomption ou Assomp- tionistes, religieux devoues au regne de Dieu: d’ou leur devise: Adveniat Regnum Tuum”. L’en- seignement constituait leur unique oeuvre, mais non pour longtemps. Sous la sauvegarde de No- tre-Dame de Salut, des pelerins accoururent aux grands sanctuaires; la Bonne Presse vit le jour avec La Croix”, aujourd’hui le plus grand journal ca- tholique de France; les missions se repandirent ra- pidement dans le monde. Apres avoir mene une vie austere, le Pere d’Alzon mourut en odeur de saintete le 21 novembre 1880, au son de l’An- gelus. Il avait atteint sa soixante-dixieme annee. C’est grace a des successeurs courageux que s’ac- crut rapidement la congregation. A peine forte de 27 religieux a la mort du fondateur, elle compte pres de 2000 membres aujourd’hui, sans parler des nombreuses congregations de religieuses qui s’y trouvent affiliees. Cent ans se sont ecoules. L’Assomption s’est plus que multipliee et le succes est du a ceux qui obeissent au geste imperatif du fondateur, a la memoire duquel on erigea dans la cour du College une splendide statue, Allez, ne craignez point, soyez hardis, genereux, desinteresses. Sachez lut- ter pour l’Eglise et pour le Pape.” Roger Tougas, ’51. PAGE FOUR NOVEMBER 1950 LE T. R. P. EMMANUEL D ' ALZON Fondateur des Peres Augustins de l ' Assomption WHY THE HERITAGE—continued gift of ours. No, we won’t pretend to treat intri¬ cate questions of theology: there are no theologians on the staff. I dare say that most of us understand our religion rather well, but we certainly don’t all live it that well. Are we preparing ourselves spirit¬ ually for our roles as leaders of tomorrow? Are we fully prepared to extend Christ’s reign by preach¬ ing the good example? The subject is broad: much thought and space will be given it, and we hope that you also will give the subject a corresponding attention. As students we are interested in culture. Cul¬ ture,” wrote Arnold, is the acquainting ourselves with the best that has been known and said in the world.” Culture is an integral part of our heri¬ tage. We Assumption students are indeed fortu¬ nate to know two languages. We study two cul¬ tures, perhaps the richest in our modern world. Whether we realize the fact or not, we are enrich¬ ing ourselves immeasurably, we are enriching our country. Let us apply the words of Johnson to ourselves: Gratitude is a fruit of great cultiva¬ tion.” Yes, we have much for which to be grate¬ ful. This theme of culture will be extensively treated in our future issues of THE HERITAGE. Our Change in Policy— The Memini” That august body which is the Senior Class, has unanimously approved a new plan for this year’s MEMINI; a plan very likely to affect all future MEMINIS. The entire class agreed that past year¬ books were all very appealing to the eye. The covers, the pictures, the paper, the printing and engraving, all were of top quality. Nevertheless something was wrong. In the first place, the cost seemed beyond the pecuniary capabilities of the average Senior. For example, in recent years each student was asked to contribute an average of about $2 5 to $30. This sum was raised through ads: an exorbitant sum for a book written by themselves! Also, the MEMINI was incomplete. It was not a perfect record of the undergraduate school days at Assumption. In general, only the events of the Senior year were treated, and at that, the last part of the Senior year. Then too, the MEMINI was not sufficiently Catholic in tone: few articles were frankly religious in nature. The new plan, we hope, will solve some of these difficulties. You may notice that this HERITAGE is printed on better grade paper than was the Echo”. The reason — the printers are reserving copies of each issue. They will be bound together at the end of the year and will constitute the MEMINI. Four regular issues will be printed this year. An extra one, dealing only with the Senior class, will be added to the four, and the whole will form this year’s MEMINI. Next year, the MEMI¬ NI will contain the issues of this year and next. In four years, the graduating class will have a complete record of their undergraduate days at Assumption High School. Does this plan make the MEMINI less expensive? It certainly does. Not only does it cost much less to print a yearbook of this type, but the subscriptions to THE HERI¬ TAGE help to defray a large part of the expenses. You will notice that students from lower classes have contributed articles for this HERITAGE. What are they doing? They are simply writing their own MEMINI, for all of this year’s issues will appear in the yearbook of each of the present classes at Assumption High School. Concerning editorials of Catholic thought and Catholic action, it is evident that they will be more numerous than in the past MEMINIS, since every issue of THE HERITAGE will contain one or several of them. We come, finally, to the question of ads. These ads, we feel, have a degrading effect upon the beauty of the yearbook. It is hoped that in fu¬ ture years they will be replaced by patrons. We editors are grateful to all those students who spent so much time in preparing articles for this issue. We also wish to congratulate Paul Gal¬ lant for his excellent taste in the choice of a new name for our paper: THE HERITAGE. Normand Bernard, ’51. ' Heritage Staff IQ50-IQol Editor-in-Chief: LIONEL SIMARD Faculty Advisors: REV. ALPHONSE MEYER — MR. ROBERT HUDON Feature Editor: ERNEST BEAULAC Business Manager: WILLIAM DUPUIS French Editor: RAYMOND GUAY English Editor: RAYNALD LEMIEUX Sports Editor: EUGENE RHEAULT NOVEMBER 1950 PAGE FIVE EDDIE Who is Eddie? He is a fellow rarely seen at Assumption. Yet he has accom¬ plished much to promote the name of the school. As our gridiron master, he has molded a team from practically no¬ thing, he has placed the Greyhounds in the sport pages, he has produced Pierre’s first all-city football candidate — Dick Brodeur, and is presently forming future star performers. Eddie appeared on the campus for the first time two years ago as the pigskin coach. None of the players — neither the star performers nor the bench warm¬ ers — had any conception whatsoever of the physical, mental or moral qualities of the new coach. I must admit that I was completely astonished, the first day I saw Eddie. I was told that he had a solid foot¬ ball background. In high school, he starred for our archrivals, St. John’s of Worcester, and proceeded to become a standout performer for St. Anselm’s College, of Manchester, N. H. With this much football in his blood, one would expect that he would be a rugged 200 pounder. But do not judge a book by its title: Eddie appeared as a well proportioned, wavy-haired, cool speaking, surprisingly small giant. Eddie slowly proceeded to introduce the double wing, unbalanced line form¬ ation which was adopted because of the special abilities of Dick Brodeur, star halfback. This year, Eddie has another talented back in hard-running Don Gre¬ nier. It is only through Eddie’s man¬ agement that Telesphore is attaining re¬ spect on the gridiron green. We cannot abstain from mentioning Eddie’s insistence for a clean, hard, and persevering game. Many a time, our team has been complimented by our op¬ ponents and by referees on its sportsman¬ like conduct. I remember once, follow¬ ing a tough game, a fan came up to one of our players and asked this question: Why don’t you rough it up sometimes in a game?” Not with Eddie,” was the quick reply. In the brief space of two years, Ed¬ die has paved the way for future var¬ sities. He has gained the confidence and respect of the student-body as well as the players. Good luck — Eddie Boule. Eugene Rheault, ’51. Two Assumption Boys Cop Track Trophies On October 12, five of our boys repre¬ sented the Blue and White in a Track Meet sponsored by the Knights of Colum¬ bus. Two of them, Lawrence Bedard ’5 3 and Francis Brassard ’52, copped 6th and 8 th places respectively. In recog¬ nition of their ability, both were award¬ ed gold trophies. GRIDIRON HIGHLIGHTS The Little Greyhounds opened the sea¬ son with but five holdovers from the 1949 team. Coach Ed Boule, minus the services of star back Dick Brodeur, has developed a fine group of inexperienced boys into a spirited and fighting organi¬ zation. This season, they played every team in the city, plus Putnam and Wells High. Let us go back to the results of these games, in all of which Telesphore was rated the underdog. TRADE 21, ASSUMPTION 0 A fighting but undermanned Assump¬ tion eleven was defeated by a potent Trade High School team, 21-0. During the first half, the Mechanics were able to penetrate Assumption’s defense only once, and tallied on an 8 5 -yard run by Caribo. Though completely outweighed a nd outclassed, the Blue and White played very good defensive ball, recover¬ ing fumbles and breaking through the heavier Trane line. Trade took advantage of the Green- dalers’ lack of reserves, pressed relentless¬ ly, and scored twice in the second half. Matters might have been worse if Bob Gosselin and Ed Bouvier had not conti¬ nually gone through the line to upset the Mechanics’ plays. After the game, a Trade star was quo¬ ted as saying: Brother, can those Frenchmen hit! That’s the hardest I’ve ever been tackled!” ST. JOHN’S 31, ASSUMPTION 14 Assumption’s spirited Greyhounds went down a second time before a heavy favorite, St. John’s eleven, 31-14. The Pioneers’ smooth offense, sprinkled with passes, completely deceived the Green- dalers for three periods. In the fourth, however, Telesphore scored twice. Co- Captain Don Grenier, any coach’s dream, had a hand in both touchdowns. He scored the first on a sensational 69-yard run. A pass to Connie Ferland resulted in a second touchdown, but ended the scoring for the day. PUTNAM 12, ASSUMPTION 0 Telesphore invaded Putnam, only to be defeated, 12-0. This was one of those days when the Little Greyhounds had everything against them. Lussier, Gre¬ nier, DesRochers and Goulet managed to get the ball on the one-yard line in the third period, but a tight Putnam defense kept them from scoring. The game ended with the ball in Telesphore’s possession on the Putnam 10-yard line. It was a tough game to lose! ASSUMPTION 0, ST. PETER’S 0 A stubborn Assumption eleven battled St. Peter’s to a scoreless deadlock. Twice in the first period the Greyhounds came within striking distance of the goal line. On one occasion, Grenier and Lussier combined to get the ball to the 20-yard line where they hit a veritable stone wall. A blocked punt enabled Assumption to come closer the second time, but with no concrete results. The Greendalers were also strong de¬ fensively, and proved it bv stopping two St. Peter threats in the second quarter. Two periods later, the Greyhounds were on their way for a score as Goulet and Grenier took turns at driving through the Guardians’ line: they were still driving hard as time ran out on them. NORTH 40, ASSUMPTION 13 The Little Greyhounds were again thwarted in an attempt to gain their first victory as North romped over them, 40- 13. Telesphore was helpless until mid¬ way through the second quarter, when Don Grenier returned a punt 45 yards. Goulet tallied several plays later. Grenier scored in the third canto on a brilliant 3 5-yard run. After the game, a referee said of Don Grenier: That guy Gren ier is a hard back to bring down. You really have to hit him hard.” ASSUMPTION 12, COMMERCE 6 The Greendalers won their first game of the year by upsetting favored Com¬ merce under the lights, 12-6. The Little Greyhounds took the opening kickoff and marched 4 5 yards to paydirt. Don Gre¬ nier then scored on a 17-yard run. Don Lussier made a sensational 6 5-yard run in the third period to score what ap¬ peared to be the second Assumption touchdown, only to have a holding pen¬ alty nullify the play. The Greyhounds came right back, however, with Don Grenier tallying from the 2-yard line after a long march downfield. The great tackling of Co-Captain Gene Rheault and of Ed Bouvier, plus Goulet’s blocking helped the Blue and White to their first victory of the season. The game was somewhat enlivened in the second half when high-spirited Bob Choquette recited the following poem to the delight of the referee: Said a youth with a ponderous frame: I think Football’s a wonderful game! You crash through the line And fracture your spine, But think of the glory and fame!” ASSUMPTION 7, CLASSICAL 2 Telesphore gained his second victory of the season by defeating Classical, 7-2, in another arc light contest. Don Gre¬ nier, the Greyhounds’ one-man offensive show, scored the lone touchdown of the game when he raced 20 yards off tackle in the third period. MARY E. WELLS (Southbridge) 32, ASSUMPTION 13 Mingo Marino of Wells defeated the Greendalers, 32-13. And now, the Little Greyhounds are looking forward to their last game of the season in which eleven Seniors will make their last appearance on a High School Gridiron .George H. Connolly, ’51 PAGE SIX NOVEMBER 1950 • f DON GRENIER PICKS UP YARDAGE THE SPECTATOR Well, once again we take up the plea¬ sant occupation of minding everybody’s business but our own. Strolling down Freshman Lane, we no¬ tice that there are quite a few talented young gentlemen in that youngest divi¬ sion of our Alma Mater. One in parti¬ cular, a Lefty” Tondre, is thoroughly skilled in the art of playing the accor¬ dion, and charms through his melody hundreds of music lovers. Then too, there is Ronald Trudeau, considered by many as the Dennis Day” of the class: too bad voices have to change! This class also boasts of the shortest student ever to set foot in the school: this atom¬ sized young native of Gardner is Omer Babineau. But the pride and joy of the class is one Chiko” Chabot, who, by some strange coincidence, is the nephew of our prefect of discipline. The ques¬ tion is: Has he a drag?????” The Freshmen are simply fascinated by the newly installed Coca-Cola dis¬ penser. They seem to have found a way to remove the cups from their holder.... the result is much gnashing of teeth among the upperclassmen. The class of 1954 is minus a radio. what a pity! We learn from secret in¬ formation that someone, namelv Chi¬ ko,” had tied the aerial to the leg of a chair. The Sophomores have named Jean Sa¬ voie the genius” of the year. It seems that Jean was constantly seeking a suit¬ able place to rest his tired bones during the day. He finally came up with the brilliant idea of reclining under the ping-pong table: anyone looking for him will know where to go first. Brother Leopold was greatly disturbed one morning, when upon approaching the bed of Laure Lussier, he suddenly became aware that the occupant was absent. A note explained the mystery: I have de¬ cided to go home! I shall return soon. Do not worry! L. L.” Our stroll through the corridors led us next to the up-and-coming Juniors. But what’s this? J. P. Marcoux, class presi¬ dent and writer par excellence”, is sur¬ rounded by his fellow classmates. He is dreamily relating the wonderful ecstacy of a weekend in Keene, N. H. What’s Keene got that the rest of New England hasn’t? — umm, l’amour! Normand Ham is now a waiter — some say it’s graft — we say it’s his good looks! Poor H. Valcourt is always being caught with his pants down. Now as to what the reason is we de not even pre¬ tend to have the slightest knowledge! The school’s aristocrats — meaning Seniors, of course — have acquired a marked passion for Polish polka music, and have so won the applause of such notable musicians as Father Gilbert. You have certainly heard of pyroma- nia, dipsomania, and megalomania. But did you know that a new mania has been invented by the Seniors? The new mania is crutchomania”, or the love of crut¬ ches . . . for further information, con¬ sult Leon Noel and Bernard Roy. The other evening, Ernest Beaulac and Will Dupuis gave an impromptu Irish jig for the benefit of their gathered class¬ mates. Our hearty congratulations to these loyal sons of Hibernia! The soft strains of a ukulele can be heard coming from a far corner of the hall — there, once again, Dumbo Le- Coin de I ' Observateur Tenez, vous vous demandez quelles sottises s’accumuleront sous pareil titre. Votre curiosite et votre attention sont a moi et vous etes bien pris. Permettez-moi de me presenter: je suis Jean Lena if, un bonhomme a la mine candide. Mefiez-vous bien de moi, car personne ne sait ni qui ni oil je suis. Je vais vous reveler mon secret cependant; j’espere que vous saurez le garder: je suis un eleve d’Elements, de Syntaxe, de Me- thode, de Versification. Prenez garde, car je vois et je sais tout; ayant une bonne langue je dis tout ce que je connais. Mefiez-vous done. Ah incredules! vous osez demander des preuves? Eh bien, en voici: si je n’etais ni omniscient, ni omnipresent, comment pourrais-je savoir . . . . . . qu’il y a des fetes de professeur de frangais qui coincident avec des fetes profanes? . . . que parmi les Versifica- teurs, on trouve des poetes a belle inspi¬ ration romantique? . . . qu’il faudrait dans une classe de Syntaxe, faire un ae¬ rodrome pour faire atterrir les avions de papier qui prennent cette salle corame noeud de communication? . . . qu’on peut maintenant prouver 1’axiome: De grandes causes entrainent de grandes conseauences” en citant l’exemple d’un surveillant religieux, qui, apres une at- tente de vingt ans, regut un chapeau neuf lors de la consecration de l’eglise de sa ville natale? . . . qu’un certain professeur de Me- thode a eu une journee bien douloureuse lorsque son favori ne lui accorda pas, en classe, son sourire familier? . . . que la justice est pratiquee dans cette maison avec passion, meme par ceux qui y ont de mignons petits neveux? . . . qu’il se passe dans le dortoir des Elements de fa- meuses scenes de comedie qui ne sont malheureusement pas appreciees par les surveillants? . . . qu’un habitant de l’as- censeur des religieux est devenu farceur et fatigue maintenant toute la maison par des plaisanteries fort longues et in- comprehensibles? . . . que pendant la soi¬ ree de Hallowe’en, le dortoir a eu l’hon- neur d’une grande visite feminine, en la personne gracieuse de Madame Papillon? Je vous salue, et suis, jean Lenaif. mieux directs his world-famous singers. We are wondering just who are the cigarette fiends that wake up our Prefect of Discipline at all hours of the night, to obtain permission to smoke. It seems they cannot get to sleep . . . neither can the Prefect! And now we must say farewell till we meet again in the Spectator’s column next January. NOVEMBER 1950 PAGE SEVEN LES PETITS CHANTEURS DE LA COTE D ' AZUR LES PETITS CHANTEURS Mardi soir, le 3 octobre, nous avons eu le bonheur d’assister, au College, a un concert presente par les Petits Chanteurs de la Cote d’Azur. Le groupe, dirige par 1’abbe Lefebvre, venait d’une ville au nom suggestif, Nice. Bien que ce fut la seconde fois que nous avons eu le plai- sir de les entendre, nous fumes tous, j’en suis sur, charmes par leurs voix jeunes et cristallines. Nous applaudimes tout specialement aux chants mimes”. A l’aide de quel- ques gestes sobres et stylises, les jeunes gargons y evoquaient de vieilles legendes de France. Nous esperons que Son Excellence Mgr Wright qui nous fit le grand honneur de sa presence, a autant joui de cette soiree musicale que nous. Nous remercions le P. Etienne Aubert, l’organisateur de cette soiree. Que les Petits Chanteurs, eux, re- goivent notre merci pour avoir bien vou- lu nous apporter, au College de 1’As- somption, le ciel de leur patrie . . . le ciel de la Cote d’Azur! Raymond Guay, ’51. Assumption University . . . ? Not too long ago, the Faculty was smiling so much that I thought a tooth¬ paste salesman was spieling somewhere in the house. After an announcement by Father Gilbert and a few queries, the mystery of the sparkling faces was sol¬ ved. The Massachusetts Department of Education had granted the COLLEGE the right to give all degrees, except in medicine. An active alumni, spearheaded by At¬ torney Andre Gelinas of Fitchburg, was instrumental in obtaining a new charter from the State. This privilege is the crowning point of a whole series of recognitions recent¬ ly obtained by the College. Among these are its membership in the New En¬ gland Association of Colleges and Sec¬ ondary Schools, the Association of Ame¬ rican Colleges, the American Council on Education, and the National Catholic Educational Association. Assumption is now ready to give de¬ grees in French, which is undeniably its strong point. Surely, no Catholic Col¬ lege in the country is better equipped to teach that language and its culture on the graduate level. But can you imagine the conversations that will be held in French in those days? Let us forge ahead twenty years, and listen to two graduate students: — Pawrlay le franngay tout le temps est difficile pour cieux qui ne sonn pas franngay, cawr nous sommes enn wre- tawrd.” — Monn ami, Kelly, si onn le pawrle tous les jours, onn finiwra pawr le pawr¬ lay comme unn franngay coultivay.” LES ELECTIONS—suite Un amateur de photo, Roger Trahan, se charge de ce qui concerne l’illustration de notre revue. II sera aide dans cette tache par Jean Cournoyer, dont les ta¬ lents de dessinateur ne sont inconnus de personne. Preoccupes de l’avenir, les redacteurs et administrateurs de l’FIERITAGE se sont adjoints quelques eleves de Methode sus- ceptibles de prendre leur succession. Jean- Paul Marcoux aidera Ernest Beaulac, Al¬ fred Lemire sera redacteur d’Anglais et Francois Brault collaborera avec Ray¬ mond Guay pour le Frangais. Francois Brault, ’52. LE CARDINAL—suite A nous eleves, il a voulu laisser une parole d’encouragement, et nous inspirer l’enthousiasme pour cette culture bilin- gue qu’on regoit a l’Assomption. Son Eminence n’est pas demeure dans les hauteurs sereines. Il a voulu condes¬ cends aux desirs de la jeunesse: resultat, une journee de plus ajoutee a nos vacan- ces de Thanksgiving. Nous remercions Son Eminence pour les paroles si reconfortantes qu’il a eues a l’adresse de l’Assomption. Sa visite sera pour nous un souvenir inoubliable, grave en lettres d’or dans nos annales. Ernest Beaulac, ’51. In that graduate school, there will be students from every section of the coun¬ try. The College Faculty and those closely connected with Assumption Col¬ lege are looking towards a graduate school unsurpassed in the United States: they feel there is a gap which can be filled right here in Worcester. By 1985, how many of us will have sent their sons to Assumption Univer¬ sity? Alfred Lemire ’52. Monseigneur Epinard Le 20 octobre, 195 0, l’Assomption perdit un ami intime et un grand bien- faiteur. Celui que nous avons si souvent vu assister a nos multiples activites, qui dernierement encore a paye un vitrail pour notre chapelle du Christ-Roi, Mon¬ seigneur Epinard vient de s’eteindre. L’annee derniere on celebra le jubile sacerdotal du Pere Epinard. Tous les ha¬ bitants de Southbridge avaient particpe dans l’allegresse a cette solennite. Au- jourd’hui ces memes gens sont reunis dans le deul pour manifester de nouveau leur reconnaissance a celui qui s’est epui- se pendant 2 5 annees pour eux. Mgr Wright a honore ses derniers jours en lui donnant le titre de Mon¬ seigneur.” Nous savons tous qu’il n’a pu jouir de cette distinction, mais nous sa¬ vons aussi combien il l’a meritee. Les funerailles eurent lieu le 23 oc¬ tobre. Mgr Wright y celebra la messe entoure de 15 00 personnes. Parmi ces a- mis de Monseigneur Epinard le College etait hautement represente pour rendre les derniers hommages au defunt et lui exprimer, par dela la tombe, un souvenir inebranlable. Georges Charland et Paul Groudreau. HEURE SAINTE Dimanche, le 15 octobre, a la grotte de l’Assomption, une grande statue du Sacre-Coeur de Montmarte accueillit, les bras etendus, de nombreux pelerins ve- nant de Worcester, Gardner, Leominster, Fitchburg et Manchester. Un soleil d’ete qui vint rehausser l’e- clat de cette fete evoquait le sourire d’approbation du Christ. Pendant que devant l’Auguste Sacre- ment montait l’encens des prieres et des sacrifices, Il n’aura pas manque de re- pandre sur les fervents de Son Coeur Ses plus genereuses benedictions. Richard Fortin, ’5 2. PAGE EIGHT NOVEMBER 1950 Vol. I Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., January, 1951. No. 2 Archbishop Pontificates Tuesday, December 12, 195 0, marked the end of a great era in the history of the Assumptionist Order. The celebra¬ tion was highlighted by a Solemn Ponti¬ fical High Mass in Christ the King Chap¬ el where twelve Monsignori and two hun¬ dred and fifty priests from all over New England assembled to pay tribute to the achievements of the Reverend Emmanuel d’Alzon, and the Congregation that he founded one hundred years ago. The Most Reverend Richard J. Cush¬ ing, D.D., Archbishop of Boston, pre¬ sided at the Mass, which was also attend¬ ed by the Most Reverend John J. Wright, D.D., Bishop of Worcester, Christopher J. Weldon, D.D., Bishop of Springfield, and Daniel J. Feeney, D.D., Apostolic Administrator of Portland. Pastors and curates from all over New England also attended, and brought with them the best wishes of all their parish¬ ioners. The Most Reverend John J. Wright, D.D., Bishop of Worcester, delivered an inspiring sermon, in which he comment¬ ed on Father d’Alzon’s character. His Excellency attributed to the saintly reli¬ gious, the title of The Modern Monk”. Bishop Wright emphasized how Father (continued on page 8) La Fete du 8 decembre Voici enfin l’aube du grand jour! Que de preparatifs l’ont preceded Voici d’a- bord les vitraux qui viennent inonder notre chapelle de leur magnifique lumie- re. Le Frere Gerard Brassard a du payer de bien des demarches leur installation en temps opportun. Ceux auxquels leurs fonctions accordaient une entree au cel- lier avaient vu le Frere Armand affaire autour des bouteilles et des boites de ci- gares: signe evident qu’un digne banquet marquerait la fete. Dans un autre sanc- tuaire John Pohler consacrait de longues heures a la preparation artistique de la fete. L’autel se decorait et semblait im¬ patient de montrer sa parure a notre Pon- tife, Mgr Wright; des levites s’exer- gaient minutieusement a des ceremonies rares dans notre chapelle. Pendant ce temps, le P. Engelbert preparait nos ames et les elevait, en un triduum de prieres, a la hauteur du grand jour. Le matin, les Versificateurs et les Phi¬ losophies communierent revetus de leur toge. Ils etaient suivis de la plupart des autres eleves. Vers 9h.45, Mgr John Wright per a le rang des servants et des religieux mis en ordre, pour la procession, par notre grand ceremoniaire, le Frere Gerard. Sa simplicite et son sourire dis- siperent certaines anxietes. Bientot c’est l’entree solennelle de 1’officiant avec les dignitaires. Les distractions furent sans doute nom- breuses durant le saint sacrifice, car plu- sieurs d’entre nous n’avaient jamais vu une Messe celebree par un eveque avec les insignes de sa dignite: mitre, crosse, souliers dores, chandelle, traine, celle-ci portee par un petit porte-queue revetu d’un manteau noir. A l’heure du ser¬ mon, le P. Engelbert Devincq, A.A., fit un rapprochement entre le fondateur des Assomptionistes et la Vierge Immaculee. Nous avons pu constater l’attention avec laquelle Mgr Wright suivait les paroles du predicateur. Quant a la chorale, elle (Suite a la page 8) Bishop Wright Encourages Staff Mr. Lionel R. Simard Editor-in-Chief, The Heritage Assumption High School Worcester 6, Massachusetts Dear Mr. Simard, Thank you for your note bringing my attention to certain changes which have been made in the school paper of As¬ sumption High. I particularly note the column entitled Why The Heritage?” You and your associates are to be congratulated on these changes and on the spirit which they reflect. The name of your publication is itself a symbol of that spirit, — conservative, Catholic, devoted to tradition and desirous of en¬ riching it for future generations. I think the changes you have made will result in material economy but great spiritual and cultural advantages. God prosper your work! With affectionate blessings and best wishes to all at Assumption, I am L ' entree de l ' Archeveque Legislative Power Proclaimed King by kings Executive Power Zhe Story behind the Stained-Qlass Windows Our chapel has recently been emblazoned by a new style of stained-glass windows, reverently depicting the Kingship of Christ. Two years ago, while on a visit in France, Brother Gerard Brassard was introduced to a Parisian artist whose exceptional work fascinated him. At once he realized the splendor of his artistry and reported his discovery to Father Superior. Shortly after, the artist was authorized to complete a set of twelve windows, to be dedi¬ cated on the occasion of the centennial of the Assumptionists. Carefully observing, we notice that each window bears the signature, R. Lardeur. Mr. Raphael Lardeur, by means of his artistic ability, has won many honors in Paris. He is a member of the Commission of Fine Arts and Historical Monuments. A year ago he was awarded the Fine Arts grand prize in Paris. .ill. ■ . i 1 fPsip ' t Power oi er Nature Wouldn’t you be interested in becoming more acquainted with the artist’s method of glass portrayal? Let us enter his shop and see him at work. He has been asked to make a window dis¬ playing Christ’s executive power. His sparkling eyes show that he has acquired the proper idea. In his workshop, elboivs on the table, fingers embedded in his hair, the artist ponders over the selected theme. After much thought, he begins drawing figures on card¬ board. At the very top he draws God, the Father Almighty, seated on his celestial throne, approving of Christ’s executive power over the entire world, represented by Pope Pius XII and a group of figures among which emerges Father d’Alzon. From then on, the artist works only with little blocks of glass. He will place two pieces of blue glass to form the jewels on Christ’s crown, finishing the rest with ten or twelve pieces of gold-coloured glass. At the completion of the window, there are perhaps two thousand pieces of glass, forming figures of lustrous charm. Now that we have seen a window in the making, let us look at one of the finished products. Vidimus Stellam Ejus in Oriente” marks the window depicting the Visit of the Magi. Almost two thousand years ago, three wise men saw the Star of Bethlehem. From the Scriptures we learn that the wise men, when they saw the star, were glad beyond measure; and so, going into the dwelling, they found the child there, with his mother Mary, and fell down to wor¬ ship him; and, opening their store of treasures, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh”. One of the wise men kneels before Jesus. The folds of his robe are in glass segments of various shades and produce a remarkable brilliancy. The striking color of the robe was attained by a fusion of metallic oxide into the glass. The other two wise men, stand¬ ing in the background, hold treasures of glowing beauty. The smoke from the incense soars towards the heavens, sweep¬ ing rhythmically around impeding objects and finally reaching the Star of Bethlehem. The rising of the incense attracts the eye and produces an air of reverence and adoration, and reminds us that Jesus is the Ruler of the world ivho ivas proclaimed King of kings. We must be grateful towards our generous benefactors. Through their gifts, it has been possible to bring a new style of stained-glass windows to our chapel. Ernest Beaulac, ’51. Judicial Power Proclaimed King by the People PAGE TWO JANUARY 1951 Roi par Droit de Conquetc ]c Suis Roi” Que signifient les flouveatuc Vitraux? Mais quoi! encore un article de theologie? Non, cher lecteur, je n’ai pas Fintention de vous faire un expose stir le Christ-Koi. Je laisse ce droit aux professeurs de religion, bien plus competents que moi. lls pourraient vous expliquer EX PKOFESSO les different pouvoirs du Christ, et le pourquoi de chaque scene. Mais vous avez la tete fatiguee, moi aussil Voild trois semaines que nous la bour- rons de temps primitifs, de for nudes, de theoremes! Justement les vitraux ne sont-ils pas pour les gens fatigues? A ce propos j’ai un petit secret a vous reveler sur ce que je pense) des verrieres. Je les trouve reposantes. Par example, lorsque, le soir, vous vous retirez avec votre famille dans une piece preferee, ce qui vous defend, e’est la vue des statues, des gravures qui Foment. Elies vous rappellent une foule de souvenirs. Ainsi, de regarder les ver¬ rieres vous repose — elles vous font vous souvenir d’une quantite de faits. Elles seront ainsi peu a pen la frame de votre jour nee. Elles vous aideront a Fimpregner de surnaturel. Des le lever vous void devant la Sainte Trinite. Vous vous signez au nom du Pere et du Fils et du Saint Esprit: premiere verriere. Vous n’avez ni or ni encens (?) et, qu’est-ce au juste que la myrrhe? Vous vous contentez de vous offrir vous-memes tout en- tier avec la journee qui s’ouvre devant vous. Nous void en face d’une montagne non! d’une cJoaire, et ce n’est pas le sermon sur la montagne que nous entendons, mais le cours du professeur. Derriere lui se profile I’image du seul Maitre. Enfin, e’est la recreation! Mais voild une tern pete imprevue: e’est une grave tentation. Il faut si peu pour bouleverser un jeune homme, un examen manque, une note moins bonne, un porte- monnaie vide. Une courte priere . . . les flots s’apaisent. Apres l’An gel us, e’est la course au refectoire. Seigneur don- nez-nous aussi la nourriture de Fame, Votre grace, le pain que Vous avez distribue le Jeudi-Saint. Et le travail scolaire reprend. Des lemons, des examens peut- etre. La cloche a sonne, vous etes attables devant une version latine. Ah! cet infernal Latin! Seigneur, je vous en prie, remettez-moi la clef de la science que vous avez donnee d Saint Pierre. En meme temps, donnez-moi le secret de cette phrase. Pensez a Notre- Seigneur qui a du subir un examen oral cloez Pilate. Oui, vous dites, mais II Fa manque, Il Fa rate.” C’est vrai, mais voyez-en le re¬ sult at — notre rachat! On vous a visse”, peut-etre. Est-ce que Notre Seigneur n’a pas etc clone au gibet? Il n’avait rien fait, comme vous. Et pour- tant, on Fa fait souffrir. Notre journee est arrivee a sa fin. Le repos va preparer une resurrection. Voild ce que nous suggere le vitrail suivant. Pendant que le corps se defend, Fame s’eleve en une dernieret priere aupres du Koi monte a la droite du Pere. Elle fait son ascen¬ sion. Et bientot, dans le silence du dortoir, nous nous endormons sous le regard paisible de la Vierge couronnee par son Royal Enfant. Mes considerations, cher lecteur, vous paraitront trop depour- vues de logique, de profondeur. Je vous renvoie done, si votre regard perspicace veut penetrer jusqu’au fond le secret de nos vi¬ traux a la lecture de quelque traite theologique sur la royaute du Christ. Lionel Simard, ’51. Pouvoir sur la Mor Roi dn Ciel La Reine Couronnee JANUARY 1951 PAGE THREE Ce qu ' on pense de I ' Heritage Nous voici a la deuxieme publication de notre nouvelle revue: I’Heritage. Deux mois de travail et de preparations pour composer ce modeste jour¬ nal de huit pages! En vaut-il reellement toute la peine? Voila le point . . . en vaut-il reellement la peine? Depuis plusieurs semaines je cherche une re- ponse a cette question complexe, tout en courant ;a et la chez les prefets et en me melant aux eleves; je me suis mis meme aux ecoutes pour recueillir quelques opinions de l’exterieur. II n’y a pas tres longtemps, comme je passais a travers la salle de recreation, j’entendis un groupe d’eleves qui discutaient au sujet de I’Heritage. Curieux, j’arretai pour apprendre ce qu’ils en pen- saient. On le comparait avec notre ancien Echo”. Certes, le journal parait tres bien, dit l’un . . . . incomparablement mieux que Y Echo”. Ce que je lui reproche, reprit un second, c’est qu’il est trop religieux, trop serieux: ce que je voudrais, moi, ce sont plus d’articles de sport et d’articles comiques, tels que le Around the Campus” de Y Echo”. Un troisieme continua, il y a trop de frangais dans Y Heritage”; je me demande pour- quoi on ne l’ecrit pas tout en anglais.” Interessantes remarques! Si vous le voulez, j’es- sayerai bien d’y repondre. D’abord, il ne faut pas oublier que notre journal n’est plus seulement un reportage des activites scolaires — un echo” — maintenant c’est notre heritage”, un journal des¬ tine, consacre a un role plus eleve: a nous rappe- ler les raisons de notre presence ici a l’Assomption: a savoir, devenir de meilleurs chretiens et garder la belle langue franchise. Done les articles reli¬ gieux et les articles frangais sont amplement justi¬ fies dans notre publication. Les abandonner, n’est-ce pas remplacer, a l’en-tete Je maintien- drai” par Je trahirai ”? Sur les Peres de la maison, Y Heritage” semble avoir fait bonne impression. On a meme recueilli du Reverend Pere Superieur une appreciation tres flatteuse, propre a nous rendre fiers et a nous in¬ citer au travail. Mais je fais volontiers mien le proverbe: On ne pent etre juge dans sa propre cause”, et je trouve necessaire de recourir aux opinions de quelques gens de l’exterieur. Bien des felicitations nous sont parvenues de ce cote. D’abord le pasteur du diocese, Monseigneur Wright lui-meme, nous a fait le grand honneur de nous envoyer une lettre d’encouragement. Ensuite M. William Aubuchon, de W. E. Aubuchon Hard¬ ware Plumbing Supplies, nous envoie un des plus beaux compliments possibles: A man is a little richer, after reading the articles . . . Un homme se trouve un peu plus riche apres la lecture des arti¬ cles.” (Suite a la page 8) UNE MENACE: LE SERVICE MILITAIRE Aujourd’hui, les Quatre Grands se reuniront pour continuer les pourparlers. En Coree, les Chi- nois ont avance de trois milles au sud” .... — Ferme done cela, Paul. C’est toujours la meme chose.” — Tu as bien raison. Je ne crois pas que les Etats-Unis et la Russie aient ete deux fois de suite du meme avis.” Paul reprit sa chaise et ajouta sobrement: Ce n’est pas plus beau en Coree. Truman a dit hier que s’il fallait en arriver a la guerre, on n’hesiterait point.” Et moi, je dis que c’est trop tard pour y arriver, parce qu’on y est deja. Quel beau monde!” Oui, quel beau monde! De jour en jour, chaque passage n’aboutit qu’a l’embouteillage, chaque che- min ne finit qu’en cul-de-sac. Nous voici, sous la menace constante de l’epee. Ce n’est que trop evident. Nous risquons tous de gouter ce bonheur douteux d’entendre les sons d’une berceuse qu’on appelle Taps”. Regardez ce portrait: Un jeune homme du Col¬ lege qui ne voit que camp, soldats; qui n’entend que la fanfare, que le battement du tambour. Triste reveur de dix-huit ans! Mais ce songe s’o- riente chaque jour vers la realite. Et alors; nous n’avons plus qu’a abandonner tous desirs, tous projets? Je crois qu’il y a autre chose a faire. Pourquoi ne pas preparer des maintenant notre avenir? Il faut du courage pour braver l’ennemi, et est- ce qu’on ne rencontre pas chaque jour un adver- saire appele devoir d’etat”? C’est un partenaire bien malin, celui-la. Parfois il s’abrite sous le nom de version”; souvent il attaque sous le masque d’une composition. Nous trouvons la une belle occasion de chasser toutes ces idees noires sur l’a- venir. Et rappelons-nous que la Providence existe, meme en temps de guerre. Il faut admettre que jusqu’ici, le Bon Dieu a toujours veille sur nous C’est Lui qui nous a confies a des maitres qui nous dirigent; grace a Lui nous n’avons jamais manque de nourriture et de vetement. Si la Providence a veille sur notre passe, nous pouvons nous fier a elle pour l’avenir. Des maintenant, tachons de bien finir notre an- nee, en nous preoccupant d’avantage du latin et de la chimie, et un peu moins d’un lendemain qui n’est pas entre nos mains. Au diable les hypotheses et les suppositions! Robert Le mieux, ’51. PAGE FOUR JANUARY 1951 ASSUMPTION IN RUSSIA Remember the evening we honored Father Louis- Robert Brassard? That was the last time most of us saw him. Remember those few words he ad¬ dressed us? Yes, one just had to picture him that evening. He was not the buoyant companion we had known. There was something behind his radiant smile that was clouding his spirit. Yet in spite of this he tried to be himself. Let us picture him today. He is alone, lonely, desolate, and isolated. He is devoting his life in our most distant missionary field. We knew him to be jovial, effervescent, and very active. Today he is forced to be passive. To keep busy, he has opened a school in the embassy for the children of the personnel. It is this loneliness, this solitude that must be such a burden to him. He cannot even go to confession. However, even in his mise¬ ry, he has at least the consolation that he can offer God each morning. That’s what counts. Proba¬ bly that is the only thing that is helping him tough it out. In 1932, President Franklin D. Roosevelt recog¬ nized Soviet Russia with the understanding that a Catholic priest could look after the affairs of souls in this far-flung area. The pact also stipu¬ lated that a Protestant minister could enjoy the same privilege. Under this agreement, Father Leo¬ pold Braun, A.A., spent twelve years in Moscow ministering to the souls, and Father Antonio La- berge, A.A., who replaced him, continued another three years. It’s queer how things suddenly change. When Father Louis-Robert left these sacred portals, he foresaw the misery, the difficulties, and especially the discouragement that awaited him. It seems that things go from bad to worse. All the possible channels through which he could be morally perse¬ cuted were quickly filled with disheartening rapid¬ ity. The Russian government strictly forbade him to enter the only Catholic church in Moscow, Saint Louis, or to look after the affairs of the souls entrusted to his care. Father Thomas, A.A., a French priest, who was in Russia at the time of Father Louis-Robert’s arrival, was ordered to re¬ turn to his native land. Whenever the words Moscow or Russia are mentioned, inevitably we, who know Father Louis- Robert, immediately think of him. We, as stu¬ dents at Assumption, have a special interest in Russia. The fact that he is being so inhumanly mistreated and persecuted should, therefore, re¬ ignite in our hearts a deep feeling of sympathy. Consequently, is it not logical that we should try to help him? Although the material route is blocked, the spiritual road is open to everyone. Don’t forget, fellows: prayer is worth more than anything else; so, let us all do our share. Harold D. Gould, Jr., ’51. Career Tips to the Seniors Who is the most ardent Republican at Assump¬ tion? Father Marcellin, of course. Which Civics professor, of his own free will, being yet of sound mind, and as politically vociferous as ever, has in¬ vited a Democrat lawyer to address his Senior classes? The same Father Marcellin. Attorney Oscar Rocheleau, the Democrat in question, was the fourth speaker made available to the Civics classes by Father M arcellin. The topic of discussion was Juries and Jury Trials”. Mr. Rocheleau, an eight-year man at Assumption (H.S. 24-Coll. 28) prudently avoided all comments which might discourage the politically thirsty and frustrated soul of our reverend professor. One cannot be too careful these days; not that Father Marcellin will ever again uphold the Republicans, but there is always the threat of the Communist Party . . . . ! The Seniors have not forgotten the first speaker of the year, Attorney Rene Brassard, a Republican of the pre-conversion days. This man bears a re¬ markable resemblance to Father Louis-Robert Brassard, A.A. And why not..? The two men are brothers! Mr. Brassard graduated from both Assumption High School (’3 5), and Assumption College (’39). A classmate of Mr. Rocheleau, Dr. Frederic Du¬ pre, next addressed the Civics classes. The good doctor informed us why he opposed socialized medicine a nd pointed out, to better indicate his stand, the relative lack of success the system has had in England. Dr. Dupre, a former navy doctor, stated that sailors under his care abused of free medical care. It is only human nature to want something which appears to be free, and yet social¬ ized medicine would place a heavy burden on tax¬ payers: that includes everyone. Since the good Father Marcellin likes to vary his speakers, the third man was a successful business¬ man, Mr. Henry St.-Pierre, co-owner of a large chain-making factory in Worcester. Mr. St.- Pierre gave many practical hints to future indus¬ trialists. One in particular struck our minds — and our stomachs also! Start the day right”, said Mr. St.-Pierre, by eating a hearty breakfast.” How willingly Assumption students carry through that bit of advice, each morning they eat at this institution! Mr. St.-Pierre next discours ed upon competition, so vital in industry. The Seniors all feel that these talks are helping to broaden their scope of the understanding of today’s problems, and that by them, they are amassing precious stores of practical professional knowledge for future years. Normand Bernard, ’51. JANUARY 1951 PAGE FIVE Don and Muff A.H.S. PLACES TWO ON ALL-CITY SQUAD Sitting in a bus before playing the season’s final football game, a few Se¬ niors were grouped together. One player blurted out: Gee, just think, all our practicing and playing together will end tonight.” Yes, that’s how it goes: a Senior ends his high school playing career and is forgotten as another boy takes his place. However, some Seniors end their careers by leaving memories at the school. Such is the case of co-captain Don Gre¬ nier and Muff” Bouvier, both of whom made the second team of Worcester’s All-City squad. Each missed the first team by a one-point margin. The hard-driving Grenier had been in the varsity backfield since entering High School, with the exception of his Sopho¬ more year, when he broke his wrist in a pre-season scrimmage. Don finished this present season with thirty-seven points to place sixth in city scoring. Muff” Bouvier, with his sturdy frame, forms an impenetrable forward wall. Muff” was given his chance at guard last season and was immediately regarded as the team’s defensive ace. This season he played offensive guard and defensive tackle; he was given a tackle berth on the All-City team. These boys should be congratulated for their good work. They wdl lone be re¬ membered at Assumption as boys who brought honor to the school’s football team of 1950. Eugene Rheault, ’51. ATTENTION Hear ye, hear ye! all ping-pong en¬ thusiasts: practice your serves and your slams, for the school tournament is just around the corner. As in the past, each recreation hall will have its own tournament. After that, each student who so wishes, will vote for the four best players of his class, using the tournament as a basis for his selections. These sixteen will then battle it out for top honors. The eliminations will take place in early February, right after the mid-year exams. The high school championship will be decided sometime in March. Lionel Si mar cl, ’51. HOOP SCOOPS Assumption has opened its third sea¬ son under the tutelage of Brother Donat Durand in an effort to duplicate last year’s trip to the Western Massachusetts Tournament. The Greyhounds boast of four of last year’s starters in co-captains Bob Bourgeois and Don Grenier, Ed Bou¬ vier and Norm Ham, all of whom are capable of causing their opponents much trouble. The Greyhounds will rely much on the swishing of Bob Bourgeois, the defending city high scorer. Let us now board a tournament bus, pausing briefly at every stop on the road to success. Assumption 53, David Prouty (Spencer) 43 Three veterans paced the little Grey¬ hounds to a successful debut in a 5 3-43 romp over David Prouty. The Blue and White showed much promise. Norm Ham, with 15 big points, has improved his shooting considerably since last sea¬ son. Bob Bourgeois’ sparkling all- around play gave the Little Greyhounds confidence that once again they will have a successful season. Ed Bouvier guarded the backboards so well that on one occa¬ sion, a Prouty player was injured at¬ tempting to take the ball away from him. Assumption 54, St. Bernard (Fitchburg) 33 Holding a slim 11-7 lead after the first period of play, the Greendalers coasted to a 54-3 3 victory after the arrival of Don Grenier and Ed Bouvier from the City All-Star football banquet. Unable to enjoy the food at the banquet, both Grenier and Bouvier had a feast at the expense of the fighting Bernardians. Don wound up the night with 13 points, top¬ ped only by Ferland’s 15, while Bou- vier’s defensive work was remarkable. Assumption 47, St. Louis 39 Contrary to what the score would seem to indicate, Assumption was off form”. A shower room remark of the game was given by the coach: I hope that you’ve played that type of ball out of your system for the rest of the sea¬ son”. Still they did make 47 points! Assumption 51, St. Stephens G6 I never saw a team so hot”, remark¬ ed a referee. This remark summarizes the entire contest. Pierre’s yearlings had their usual poise, as their 5 0 points in¬ dicate, but what can be done against a team that clicks with 8 5 percent of its shots! Assumption 35, St. Peter 39 The whistle blew, and immediately the spectators saw that both teams were concentrating on their defense. The Guardians used a man to man defense which bothered the Greyhounds through¬ out the first half. A. H. S. employed the zone during the first period, and a man to man during the second, which limited St. Peter’s while Telesphore was catching up. However, it seemed that the game didn’t last quite long enough! Assumption 47, St. Bernard ' s 36 Entering the Fitchburg gym, Don Gre¬ nier glanced up at the low ceiling and murmured: We’ll have to play a defen¬ sive game tonight.” This strategy de¬ cidedly failed throughout the first half, as the Bernardians penetrated our defense for as many as 24 points. But it proved to be successful when St. Bernard’s was hard pressed to score even 12 points du¬ ring the entire second half. Assumption 52, St. Mary ' s 33 A more experienced Assumption quin¬ tet drubbed St. Mary’s 52 to 33. The Marrettes, definitely out to spring an upset, used a two platoon system in an effort to down the little Greyhounds, but in vain. Though one platoon used a zone and the other a man to man de¬ fense, the Assumption offense was still successful in scoring 5 2 points. Assumption 41, South 53 If a team has undisputed possession of the backboards, it must have height. This is the case of South against Assump¬ tion. The Colonel’s first stringers are all above six feet. Despite this obstacle, the Greyhounds kept fighting to the last whistle. How¬ ever, it was the case of Goliath and Da¬ vid, unfortunately in reverse. Assumption 37, Commerce 29 Holding a meager three point lead after the third period of play, the Blue and White tightened its defense to eke out a 37-29 victory over Commerce. Bibaud and Ham iced the game by sco¬ ring all of the team’s ten points in the final canto as their teammates held the Mercuries to a mere five. George Connolly, ’51. Eugene Rheault, ’51. PAGE SIX JANUARY 1951 Assomption 56. Classical 46 Pendant les annees de dix-neuf cent quarante-quatre a dix-neuf cent cin- quante les evenements se precipitent dans le monde: chaque jour, chaque heure ap- porte du nouveau. A l’Assomption, chan- gement continuel de professeurs et d’ele- ves. Les sports pendant ces annees? Normal. Le basketball? Normal — mais il y a quelque chose de curieux, de douloureux, de trop normal: l’incapacite des joueurs de basketball de gagner une seule partie dans un certain gymnase de la ville. Le nom de ce gvmnase? South High. Les joueurs appellent ce local un sepulcre”. Voici ce que Pun d’eux, Charles Bibaud, en dit: Chaque fois que je joue la, je sens que le balcon est rempli de cadavres qui rient comrne des fous quand mes compagnons ou moi manquons notre coup. Quand nous sommes defaits, ils sont satisfaits, et quand je sors du gymnase, ils semblent rester la, jouissant dans notre douleur.” C’est le nom meme de South Hivh Gymnasium qui creait une sorte de com- plexe chez nos joueurs. Ils rentraient dans la salle en voulant gagner la partie, mais en pensant inconsciemment que leurs chances de sortir victorieux etaient nulles. Six ans sans victoire! Or le trois jan- vier, mille neuf cent cinquante et un, cette ere de desolation atteignait sa fin. A cote de Assumption 5 6” ecrit en grosses lettres, nous avons note en petites iettres: Classical 46.” L’annee 1951 peut etre heureuse pour le monde, et surtout pour l’Assomption!! Alfred Lemire, ’52. THE SPECTATOR Once again, the Spectator” is here to relate those happenings which character¬ ize the happy, normal life of Assump¬ tion’s two hundred and some odd stu¬ dents. Paul Lapierre, alias Bill Bendix”, has been nominated funnv man” of the year. His classmates all seem to enjoy immensely all of Bill’s witticisms. But alas! Our dear prefect does not seem to fully enjoy and appreciate Bill’s talent. We are all hoping that Fr. Gil¬ bert will soon see the error of his ways! We wish at this time, to express our condolences to Normand Grondin, who had the great misfortune to referee a basketball game without a whistle . . . RESULT ... no fouls!!! According to a recent survey, the faculty is in unanimous accord to say that Larry” Bedard has not yet lost his many drags. Congratulations, Larry”! Robert Savoie would like to nominate Father Gilbert as a prospective member of the track team . . . his specialty is the 50 yard dash. Was my face red”, says Roland Blais, when I dropped all my cookies on the study hall floor”. You should have of¬ fered some to Bro. Robert, Blaisy”! The Seniors have acquired, through very secret channels, a most precious piece of glassware — they are using it as an ornament for their radio. It must be an oriental vase of some sort. They call it the Red Devil”. Just feast your eyes on the above photo. There sits Don” Lussier, that supposedly shy and reserved Sophomore, surrounded by fan mail, and by his secre¬ taries, whom he was forced to hire, in order to help him open and read the handle Don’s mail. It all started when Don” com¬ plained that he never received any letters. Immediately, his class mates decided that Don was going to receive some letters, and how ! ! A few days later, letters and postcards began pouring in. It is said that the Greendale Post Office was obliged to hire a special clerk just to handle Don’s mail. HARK, THE HERALD ANGELS SING . The Yuletide season did not go un¬ observed within Assumption’s venerable walls. For the Seniors, it marked the last of those joyous Xmas get-togethers... for the Freshmen it was their first ex¬ perience in that happiest of all occa¬ sions — celebrating Christmas. The Seniors, under the able direction of Lawren ce Richards, a lay monitor, presented an abridged version of Chas. Dicken’s immortal The Christmas Carol”. Included in the cast were: Scrooge . Lawrence Richards Marley’s ghost . Robert Lemieux Narrator . William Dupuis Bob Cratchit . Harold Gould The nephew . Ernest Beaulac The gentleman J. Paul Aucoin The young boy . Robert Beaudet The juniors presented two appropriate readings. Sleepy” Lemire was aided by the Hallelujah choristers in a poem which will certainly live forever in the minds of the students. HALLELU¬ JAH! The Sophomores and the Freshmen combined their talents to present an agreeable program of seasonal music. Later, the Sophomores held a private party in their dorm. According to our reports, it was a howling success, thanks to Brother Leopold, and to Duke” Du¬ pont, who acted as M.C. After the entertainment, the classes withdrew to their respective rec” halls and enjoyed refreshments, carol-singing, and games. This celebration certainly did add to the joy of the season. NOEL... NOEL... NOEL... The Spectator, W. O. D. Coin de I ' Observateur Ah, mais entrez, mon ami, entrez! Il y a deux mois que je ne vous ai vu. Je suppose que tout va bien chez vous. Ici, c’est bien pareil: comrne toujours, les petites joies, les petites folies, les petits mauvais tours; c’est avec la meme rapidi- te que toutes ces choses se sont passees avec les semaines qui s’ecoulent si vite. Voila deja les fetes passees. J’ai beaucoup de nouvelles a vous transmettre et vous rirez certainement quand je vous dirai.... que Cleopatre, an- cienne reine d’Egypte, vint honorer le College de l’Assomption par sa presence pendant les parties” de Noel . . . que les servants du refectoire se succedent avec une vitesse incroyable ces jours-ci. Il y a des professeurs de Methode qui ne savent pas apprecier de la belle visite feminine pendant leurs classes. On en- tendit de fameux cris d’Alleluia au gym¬ nase pendant les fetes de Noel. Il vous interessera certainement de sa- voir que . . . ces fetes nous donnerent l’occasion de decouvrir des talents tout- a-fait nouveaux dans les rangs de la Syntaxe ou nous doutions fort en trou- ver . . . qu’a cause des fetes du Cente- naire, les eleves eurent pour la premiere fois de tres belles (?) nappes de table . . . et qu’il y eut des privileges qui ont pre- fere entrer dans les salles d’etudes et ne plus en sortir de la journee pendant les fetes plutot que d’aller s’ennuyer en ville . . . Je crois que vous I’admettrez avec moi: nous devrions avoir des Centenaires plus souvent, au moins tous les cinq ans, car c’est bien interessant (pour les classes et les etudes supprimees) . . . et nous devons feliciter la Schola pour le magni- fique Gloria” du 12 decembre surtout pour son prelude long et melodieux. Maintenant que la nouvelle annee est arrivee, je veux la feliciter d’etre bien a 1’heure sans se laisser retarder par les eleves qui n’avaient pas trop hate de la voir venir, amenant avec elle les classes, les examens, les professeurs! A tous, une bonne annee pleine de travail difficile, de themes grecs, de ver¬ sions latines, de physique et surtout . . . de geographic (?) Je vous tire ma reverence et reste, Jean Lenaif. JANUARY 1951 PAGE SEVEN Centennial Mass CE QU ' ON PENSE—suite Aussi n’oublions pas les mots d’encouragement qui nous parvin- vinrent de diverses autres sources: du Tres Reverend Pere Wilfrid Dufault, notre provincial; de M. William Hill, qui, durant trente- cinq ans occupa le poste de prin¬ cipal” de Springfield Classical High School; de M. Henri Char- lebois; et enfin de Roger Marti- neau, ancien eleve de l’ecole supe- rieure, qui continue ses etudes au College de Holy Cross. Meme trois journaux nous ont fait l’honneur d’un article assez developpe. Ce sont La Liberte”, de Fitchburg, L’Etoile”, de Low¬ ell, et L’lndependant”, de Fall River. A tous ceux-la qui ont bien voulu nous encourager, un sincere merci”. Certes nous n’avons pas atteint le sommet de la perfection; nous apprecions d’autant plus les felicitations regues, sachant de quel coeur elles sont parties. Ce que nous voulons en retenir sur- tout c’est qu’elles nous mettent dans l’obligation de travailler afin de les meriter a l’avenir. Raymond Guay , ’51. UNE EXPOSITION A L’ASSOMPTION? Oui, et bien des visiteurs qui ont ad¬ mire a la fois le travail d’un artiste de talent, John Poehler, et le raccourci de cent ans d’histoire. Cent ans de vail- lance passee au service de Dieu, pense le visiteur, c’est une route ouverte; il suflfi- ra de progresser pour faire grand. ARCHBISHOP—continued d’Alzon combined the most modern apostolate with the simplest monastic life. After the Mass, His Excellency, Arch¬ bishop Cushing, addressed the Congre¬ gation in a rather jovial manner, and also extended his best wishes to the Order. The guests then proceeded to the dining hall, where Bishop Wright pre¬ sided, Archbishop Cushing having had to return to Boston. The banquet was served under the masterful direction of the great connoisseur, Brother Armand, whose culinary skills are well-known throughout New England. Some priests, from the land of Saint Patrick, having thoroughly enjoyed the banquet, con¬ ferred on our beloved Brother Armand the honorary degree of Loyal Son of Hibernia” with that great gaelic name of O’Brien”. We cannot forget our devoted nuns, who worked so hard and added their feminine touch to make the banquet a complete success. This day will ever be a memorable one at Assumption. The Faculty and the alumni of Assumption in Greendale have been re¬ minded that they have played an im¬ portant role in the history of the Assumptionist Order; they are the American epoch” of the Order’s history. They have brought the teachings of The Modern Monk” to the modern world. They will play an ever increasing part in the following chapters of this history. . Paul Marcoux, ’52. ASSUMPTION ON CBS The Assumption Monastic Choir under the direction of Father Gilbert Chabot, a.a., appeared on the Colum¬ bia Church of the Air”, Sunday, De¬ cember 10. The broadcast originated from Radio Station WTAG. It reached everywhere in the United States, including the nor¬ thern wilderness of Maine. Gregorian Chant was sung by the Assumptionist Monastic Choir. The rest of the music on the program was produced by the Holy Cross Choir. The feature of the program was a talk by the Most Reverend John J. Wright, Bishop of Worcester, on Christ in the Bible.” Letters of congratulation poured in from such large New England cities as Worcester, Providence, Hartford, New Bedford, and Boston. The popularity of the program was further attested by the multitude of letters f rom the smaller communities, such as Mechanicsville, Conn., Newmarket, N. H., Amesbury, Mass., and Fort Kent, Maine. Aljred Lernire, ’5 2. Through the Study Hall LA FETE DU 8 DECEMBRE—suite fut a la hauteur de son savant directeur, le P. Gilbert Chabot. Il ne fallut pas perdre de temps apres la Messe. Un diner attendait les eleves; il etait servi sur des tables nouvellement parees. Je n’eus l’honneur, ni le bon- heur, d’assister au banquet des invites. C’etait, ce jour-la, les lai’cs pour la plu- part anciens du College. J’ai out dire cependant que les vins et une certaine omelette flambee ont eu un gros succes. Certains invites s’egarerent ensuite dans la salle de notre exposition. N’etait- elle pas un veritable festin pour les yeux? Les remarques elogieuses nous l’ont fait croire. Le soir, apres le depart des invites, et le retour des eleves partis l’apres-midi en ville, un Salut du Tres Saint Sacrement termina cette grande journee. C’est le Rev. Pere Wilfrid Dufault, A.A., pro¬ vincial des Assomptionistes de l’Ameri- que du Nord, qui clotura ainsi la double fete de la celeste protectrice du College, et d’un Centenaire a jamais memorable. Marcel Massicotte, ’5 2. Francois Brault, ’52. 31 n jft mwxmm On nous annonce la mort subite de M. Omer Amyot de Manchester, N. H. Pere de deux de nos eleves, Robert et Charles, ainsi que du Frere Paul Amyot, a.a., no¬ vice a Bergerville, il rendit le dernier sou- pir a la suite d ' une crise cardiaque. Nous recommandons aussi a vos prieres M. Emery England, ancien eleve de la classe de ' 46 de l ' Ecole Superieure. C ' est sur le champ de bataille de Coree qu ' il fit au Seigneur le sacrifice de sa jeune vie. lean-Paul Aucoin, ' 51. PAGE EIGHT JANUARY 1951 Vol. I Assumption in two Tournaments Nouveaux Membres de la Societe d ' Hcnneur Le 14 fevrier 1951, a midi, le Reve¬ rend Pere Marcellin A. Parent, A.A. en- tra au refectoire. Nous vimes tout de suite qu’il avait une nouvelle importante a nous communiquer. La Faculte s’etait reunie dans la matinee et avait elu sept versificateurs et quatre eleves de Me- thode pour former la Societe d’Honneur. Les membres maintenus sont: Ernest Beaulac, Fitchburg; Normand V. Ber¬ nard, Winsted, Conn.; George H. Con¬ nolly, Hamilton, Mass.; Harold D. Gould, Jr., Blackstone, Mass; Raynald P. Le- mieux, No. Adams; et Lionel R. Si- mard, Manchester, N. H. A notre grande satisfaction nous vimes s’y ajouter un versificateur, Donald Gre¬ nier, Worcester, et quatre eleves de Me- thode: William K. Amiotte, Southbridge; Henry N. Archambault, No. Grosvenor- dale, Conn.; J. Paul Marcoux, New Bed¬ ford; et Ernest D. Sylvestre, Providence, R. I. C’est alors que je me suis demande ce qu’etait au juste cette Societe. Voici quelques renseignements que j’ai pu re- cueillir. La Societe Nationale d’Honneur des Ecoles Secondaires des Etats-Unis fut fondee en 1922 par l’Association Natio¬ nale des Directeurs des Ecoles Secon¬ daires. Son but est d’interesser d’avan- tage les eleves aux succes scolaires. Les eleves sont parfois trop encourages dans les seuls sports et oublient ainsi qu’ils doivent devenir des hommes complets. La Societe cherche a favoriser surtout les etudes et la formation du caractere. Pour y etre admis, un eleve est juge sur quatre points dont les initiales figu- rent dans l’embleme de la Societe (C. S. L. S.) Le C” indique que l’eleve doit avoir un caractere fort, energique et tenace, capable d’influencer ses camarades et de les pousser a une vie scolaire plus intense. Le premier S” (scholarship) signifie (suite a la page 8) Here we are again at the end of an¬ other basketball season. Assumption, this year, was invited to the C.Y.O. tournament in Lawrence, Mass., and, of course, participated in the Assumption College Invitation Tournament. On March 1, our older brothers in the College had a pep rally to encourage the Little Greyhounds. The speakers inclu¬ ded Rev. Fathers Armand and George and Brother Donat, coach of the varsity. Student speakers were Marcel St. Sau- Bishop Wright congratulates Chicopee Captain Le Cercle Francais S ' elargit Faute de nouvelles sensationnelles — les centenaires, meme les jubiles n’arri- vent pas tous les ans — je voudrais vous relater des evenements plus intimes. C’est un plat peut-etre maigre au jugement de quelques-uns. Mais, au moment oil j’e- cris, nous sommes en Careme! .... J’essayerai de vous prouver qu’on s’oc- cupe, meme pendant l’hiver. Et mon intention est de vous parler des activites (suite a la page 8) veur, co-captain of the College Grey¬ hounds, and Leo Bouvier who was toast¬ master. Bob Bourgeois ’51 and Don Grenier ’51, co-captains of the varsity expressed their thanks in the name of the team. The players left at 12:20 P.M. on March 2, hoping to beat Keith Academy (8-7) who was to be Assumption’s first opponent. On paper the Greyhounds seemed to be the stronger of the two, having a record of 13 and 8. The game started at 9:00 P.M., Fri¬ day. Pierre’s Pups were at full strength and played well all the way. When the buzzer sounded for the end of the first half the Blue and White was ahead 20- 18. At the end of the third period the score was 3 5-3 5. With Keith leading 47-44 in the fourth period, Charlie Bi- baud tapped one in to make it 47-46. Keith froze the ball and Taplin, Keith’s high scorer for the night, broke through the Pup’s defense to score with 25 seconds remaining in the game. The Greyhounds kept fighting. Norm Ham was fouled in the act of shooting. He took one shot and hit. Assumption then took the ball in from outside, but could not score and the game ended 49-47. Bob Bourgeois and Don Grenier were the high scorers for Assumption with 13 points each. The winner of this tournament was Lawrence Central Catholic High. The Assumption Tournament’s Class A finals ended with the greatest upset in its five years’ history. Before the Chicopee-Adams game, all the wise basketball experts were prophe¬ sying an easy Adams victory—but the underdogs came through. Before the Chicopee-St. Peter’s game, every intelligent man in Worcester was ready to stake a fortune on St. Peter’s— but when all was done, last year’s Tour¬ nament champions were uncrowned, (continued on page 8) Last Friday, during a task period, my mind grew dense, my eyelids heavy, and I wandered into another world; and, in some unknown manner, I hovered above the study hall on a feathery cloud. And through the dusky haze, I can barely distinguish figures beneath me. A few are playing cards but their cards seem magic-like. They are large pieces of paper with only numerals inscribed upon them. Perhaps they were designed by some ingenious Seniors. However, two students sitting closely together can easily play the game. The wreathed smiles upon their faces seem to imply, The monitor will never suspect us.” And amidst all this activity, a Junior peacefully sleeps. Perhaps the curriculum is too strenuous for him. However, behind him, his fellow student seems extreme¬ ly agitated and nervous. He is trying to escape the ever careful eye of the monitor. Every two or three minutes he lifts his eyes from the trashy magazine that he is reading, and of course they meet those of the monitor who notices his surreptitious attitude. Fluttering above the lower classmen, I ob serve two or three of them wandering through worthless magazines. Slouched in their seats, they lazily turn over the pages. Someone has seen a joke. He beckons his neighbors and it passes throughout the study. They seem to enjoy the joke, because through the hazy cloud, their gleaming eyes and smiling faces are visible as the joke passes on from one student to another. As the cloud soars on, I spy a daydreamer who is read¬ ing a letter in a mysterious way. The letter is before him, but his lifeless eyes stare at the ceiling for over fifteen minutes. Perhaps it’s from an old classmate, but it certain¬ ly seems interesting! Believe it or not, some students even occupy them¬ selves with Dick Tracy and Li’l Abner. However, I notice that many pupils have realized the importance of reading. Diligently and attentively, they ponder over an interesting book. Other serious scholars assiduously work over a mathe¬ matical problem. The problem is difficult, but they ap¬ pear to consider it as a challenge. Their unwearied efforts seem to say, There’s no problem that can stump us.” As I rubbed my eyes, I became puzzled. How did I witness such an experience? Through what manner did I leave this world and see the students during a free study? But I did, I really did see them. Ernest Beaulac, ’51. Marcel Massicotte, ’5 2. ★ H O V E R I N G O V E R A F R E E S T U D V PAGE TWO APRIL 1951 A ma droite, un alignement de treize meubles silen- cieux mais non muets! La-bas, a l’autre extremite de la salle, un Pere, penche sur un fichier, s’occupe a classer des cartons. Une lumi(re diffuse tombant de quelques fene- tres, enveloppe une dizaine de tables. Je suis a la biblio- theque. J’ai rarement le somptueux loisir de me plonger dans les profondeurs de ce sanctuaire; mais aujourd’hui, diman- che, ma seule preoccupation est d’y passer l’apres-midi en visite chez les amis, les litterateurs, et d’y observer mes con¬ freres de classe. Pres de moi une table est inondee de revues a couver- tures multicolores; Raymond s’y baigne; il se plonge dans les photos, les peintures ou les gravures. Bientot, distrait, il laisse tomber la revue pour en feuilleter une autre. Mon Dieu, que le temps a la vie dure! Quand cette apres-midi sera-t-elle passee?” Raymond s’est leve pour prendre quel¬ ques bouffees d’air a la fenetre et le voila attable de nou¬ veau et les pages tournent et le regard se perd au loin. Pau- vre Raymond, demain tu ecriras a maman: A l’Assomp- tion, on travaille vingt-quatre heures par jour. Jamais de temps libre!” A la table suivante j’admire un acrobate; Robert se balance sur sa chaise d’une maniere telle qu’a tout instant, je suis pour lui dans la terreur et l’etonnement. Le voila qui sourit; le voila fige dans l’immobilite; le voila qui pleure. Robert se tient la tete d’une main et il tient de 1’autre le livre. Il se frise vigoureusement les cheveux avec les doigts et etaye son menton. Devant lui aucun carnet, aucune plume, aucun cahier . . . Robert lit . . . un roman. Pres de la porte, sur la premiere table Richard a sombre dans une encyclopedic. Il doit etre en train de preparer sa these de baccalaureat; il n’y a pas moyen de la distraire de son travail; il y est perdu tout entier. Il parcourt avidement chaque page de son volume. Les feuilles ecrites s’accumu- lent devant lui. Aurais-je par hasard affaire a un copiste sorti d’un monastere carolingien? Armand cherche, je ne sais quoi. Ses yeux sont ronds et brillants; ses joues enfflammees; sa demarche est souple; ses gestes vifs et precis. Il semble present partout; le voila qui passe dans un rayonnage, effleure de la main trois rayons; il happe un volume; ce n’est pas le livre voulu. Il continue ailleurs ses recherches. At-t-il trouve? On dirait qu’il poursuit une flamme dans l’obscurite et le silence. Je verrai toujours dans notre bibliotheque quatre cate¬ gories d’habitues: ceux qui ont trop de temps a leur dis¬ position, ceux qui s’amusent dans les romans, ceux qui be- sognent, et enfin ceux qui cherchent, qui poursuivent la lu- miere dans une course sans fin. Ernest D. Sylvestre, ' 52. APRIL 1951 PAGE THREE LISONS —ET LISONS BIEN Avez-vous jamais examine, dans un endroit perdu, une de ces maisons qu’on dit hantees. Leur apparence n’a rien d’attrayant. Qa et la, des fe- netres manquent. Elies souffrent de l’economie de peinture. Des bardeaux n’ont pas resiste au temps et sont fendus. La couverture s’en est allee par endroits. Si nous penetrons a l’interieur, c’est un autre spectacle. Un nuage de poussiere vient a notre rencontre. Les murs sont ternes. Dans les coins, des toiles d’areignees se sont solidement etablies. Les pieces sentent le renferme. Le plan- cher est peut-etre solide, mais j’en doute fort. Vue de l’exterieur comme de l’interieur, cette maison donne une bonne idee de celui qui l’habite. Ce n’est pas celle-la que vous choisiriez pour votre demeure. Cependant, je me demande si vous n’en avez pas une semblable. Je me demande si en vous- meme on ne sent pas ce renferme. Y avez-vous jamais songe? . . . Vous allez me dire que je perds la tete et que je vais hasarder une enorme sottise. Mais franchement, ce que je vous dis la je ne pense pas que ce soit sot. II s’agit, chers lecteurs, de nous construire un interieur ou il fasse bon habiter. II me semble, a cette fin trois operations sont necessaires: meu- bler, epousseter, aerer. Meubler une piece, ce n’est pas une petite affaire. On ne va pas s’arreter devant un magasin et fixer son choix sur ce qui attire de prime abord. A premiere vue, le contreplaque plait parfois mieux que le chene. Mais voici un bureau, un chef- d’oeuvre d’ebeniste: cela suffit-il pour que je l’a- chete. Qu’en ferai-je dans mon salon? Il faut savoir eliminer impitoyablement ce qui, au lieu de garnir, n’est qu’un encombrement. La bibliotheque renferme des meubles: les livres. Avant de les sortir des rayons, on doit savoir reconnaitre les meilleurs et parmi ces der- niers ceux qui conviennent a notre personne. Ceux-la, comment les discerner? Ils sont faits pour nous, si nous les comprenons mieux et s’ils nous font le plus de plaisir, oui, je dis bien, s’ils nous font le plus de plaisir, de vrai plaisir. L’ameublement doit etre entretenu. Laissez une chaise dans un coin quelques jours; quand vous la reprenez, vos doigts s’impriment dans la pous¬ siere, a moins que quelqu’un ait eu la charite de s’asseoir dessus! Que fait la maman tous les ma¬ tins? Elle s’arme du balai, elle passe un linge sur les tables, les chaises, elle ramasse les objets qui trainent. L’ame aussi ramasse de la poussiere. Nos connaissances, il faut les rafraichir. Nos idees, il faut leur redonner de l’eclat. Nos bons sentiments, il faut y repasser sans cesse. Ce n’est pas fini. Quand tout est en ordre, votre mere ouvre les chassis et alors, soudain tout change. La fraicheur se repand partout, les rayons du soleil viennent tout illuminer. Que serait le plus beau mobilier sans cette lumiere? . . . Main- tenant que votre interieur est meuble et orne, donnez-y acces a l’air et au soleil. Comment s’ouvre votre intelligence? Par la reflexion. Au- trement dit au cours d’une lecture sachez lever la tete et vous demander: ce que l’auteur dit la, est-ce vrai?” Puis laissez la lumiere de la verite penetrer en vous et eclairer les coins obscurs de votre ame. Pendant nos annees de high school”, le temps nous est donne pour amenager notre demeure fu¬ ture, celle dans laquelle nous vivrons. Puissions- nous la rendre belle afin qu’un jour elle nous soit agreable et qu’elle nous fasse honneur devant ceux que nous admettrons. Harold D. Gould, Jr., ’51 AU LIT DEPUIS HUIT ANS La saintete . . . ! C’etait beau autrefois, mais c’est bien demodeen 1951.” Vous l’avez peut-etre pense, cher lecteur, mais en etes-vous sur? De passage a la Massachusetts General Hos¬ pital”, des Peres du college entendirent parler du saint du huitieme etage”. Quel est ce saint” et quels miracles a-t-il faits pour qu’on le canonise de son vivant? Qui est-il? C’est quelqu’un qui a vecu parmi nous presque inapergu. Nous ne nous rendions guere compte de sa presence, que le matin, lors- qu’on lui portait la sainte communion. Ce jeune Pere canadien fit ses etudes a St. Victor puis se dirigea chez les Peres Assomptionistes de Quebec. De 1937 a 1942, le Pere Abel — c’est son nom — termina ses etudes en Prance oil il fut consacre pretre pour l’eternite a Nimes, le 29 juin, 1942. Depuis ce temps-la, il dut se resigner a garder le lit. Le cancer lui ronge la moelle epiniere. De¬ puis huit ans, son histoire c’est l’histoire de sa ma- ladie. A l’heure actuelle, il sejourne a l’hopital de Boston oil il a resiste a tous les traitements. Il s’est offert comme sujet d’observation. Les conclu¬ sions seront utiles aux futures victimes de la meme maladie, mais, il le sait bien, son cas a lui est trop avance pour qu’il puisse en tirer profit. Et maintenant, me direz-vous, quels miracles a-t-il faits?” Le plus grand de ses miracles, n’est- ce pas la perpetuelle serenite qu’il a gardee depuis si longtemps. A l’hopital, son sourire lui attire une foule de visiteurs. Il y a meme des gens, jusque-la hostiles a la religion, qui viennent frapper a sa porte. Paut-il le plaindre? . . . Il faudrait plutot l’en- vier! Mais de grace, ne l’oublions pas dans nos prieres quotidiennes, et surtout, essayons de l’imi- ter . . . Cultivons 1’ambition de devenir un jour, puisque c’est possible . . . un saint ! ! ! Georges Chari and, 51. PAGE FOUR APRIL 1951 Big Talk from Small People I never swore till I came to this school.” I have heard this statement; have you? Yet, what have you and I done about it? Are you willing to take such a statement on the chin without flinch¬ ing? I am not. If I did, then I would no longer be worthy of the name CHRISTian. It seems that swearing is the best way a student may show off” his vocabulary. It is a rather queer way of respecting the second commandment. It surely is just a big” way of showing the small¬ ness” of one’s mind. Are people impressed by the extent of a swearer’s vocabulary? If they laugh when they hear another swear, are they laughing with him, or at him? . . . unless, of course, they are swearers too. Swearing may be one way of saying to Christ: Thank you, O Lord, for having redeemed man¬ kind”! If so, then the swearer’s gratitude must be located at the tip of his toes. He continues using Christ’s Name as he wouldn’t allow his mother and father’s name to be used. The eight following quotations on swearing were expressed by the Rev. Albert D. Talbot, S.S., Catholic Chaplain, now stationed at Crile Veterans Administration Hospital, Cleveland, Ohio. I swear because: It proves I have self-control” In fact, I have so much self-control that I choose with care each word in my speech so as to emphasize my point. I always try to better my last emphasis, either by adding force to the word, or by finding a longer one to impress my friends. It indicates how clearly my mind operates.” My mind is so clear and free of common sense that there is little thought to interfere with my think¬ ing-up new exclamations. It makes my conversation pleasing to every¬ one ” It isn’t often that good people have a chance to appreciate a really fluent swearer. They are quite rare these days; I am one of the privileged few. It leaves no doubt in anyone’s mind as to my good breeding, culture and refinement” What an impression I must give of my family and back¬ ground. I now know the exact time to swear; also, when it will most delight a gathering; and, the number of times my etiquette” demands that such a word should be repeated. It impresses people that I have more than ordinary education ” We may make an even greater boast. We can swear fluently in two lan¬ guages, for we major in both English and French. It makes me a very desirable personality among women and children and among respectable society” Children look up to me as a great teach¬ er. Who, but myself, has such a varied vocabu¬ lary? It is my way of honoring God who said , Thou shaft not take the name of the Lord Thy God in vain.” God said that thousands of years ago. Times have changed; we must keep up with the new trends. After all, at Assumption we are always supposed to do things perfectly and be right up to date. So why not be right up to date in swearing too? The final reason for swearing which needs no explanation is, It is a strong way to express a a weak mind.” N.B.—Most of this does not apply only to real swearers, but also to those who use other words that smell of the same foul odor. . Paul Marcoux, 52. FAMILY LIFE AT ASSUMPTION One cool summer night following their son Paul’s graduation from grammar school, a father and mother were discussing where to send this young man to high school: they were intent on choosing a school where his family life would con¬ tinue to flourish as it did in his own home. They sat gazing at the stars, and progress was very slow. A thought flashed across the mind of Paul’s father: he remembered that one of his friends had graduated from Assumption. The next day, at the office, Assumption High and its fam ily life were the topic of conversation between the two men. Whether at work or at play”, reminisced the alumnus between two puffs, there is always that something special in the relations be¬ tween the Fathers and the students. While I at¬ tended school, I noticed that everywhere around me, there was a group of Fathers or Brothers play¬ ing a game of football, baseball, handball, or what- have-you, together with the boys. But the most striking example of family life at the school oc¬ curred on the night of a basketball game in the striking example of family life invariably oc¬ curred in the gymnasium, where every game was a roof-raising exhibition in which players, students and Faculty took part alike. The man at the office mentioned only sports. But we must not forget the family spirit which exists in the classroom and in our other contacts with the Faculty. One of our teachers can be quoted as saying: I’m just like a father to you boys, having had nine children of my own!” In times of difficulties, he is there to help us. The nick-name Ma”, that we attribute to another member of the Faculty, is proof enough that we realize the paternal — or should I say the mater¬ nal — powers exercised towards us in various ways. Then, again, most of our teachers are Fathers”, aren’t they? and there must be con¬ tained in the very title Father” something that pertains to a family and its spirit! Raynald Lemieux, ’51. APRIL 1951 PAGE FIVE LAST HOOP SCOOPS Finishing fourth in the Catholic League and fifth in the city standings, the team certainly deserves to be con¬ gratulated. Had it been possible to schedule Sacred Heart for a second game, they might have tied for third and fourth in these respective standings. Let us continue where we left off in January. Assumption 5L North 40 We know nothing but the score, as no one saw the game! St. John ' s 53, Assumption 39 The crowd was wild as Telesphore sur¬ ged to a 9-6 lead at the quarter. But matters changed in the second period as the Pioneers took control of the back- boards and penetrated the weakening Assumption defense to tally 23 big points. No less than 60 fouls were called in the game between these two archrivals. Assumption 49, St. Mary ' s 44 Telesphore marched over to St. Mary s, confident he would return home victor¬ ious. When the game started, Telesphore was sound asleep, while a scheming St. Mary’s team had planned a skillful plot. When Telesphore finally awoke at the end of the period, he was startled by the frightening score. He was losing con¬ siderably. The sting of humiliation had struck him fiercely, and he felt the need of bitter retaliation. The game went on as Greyhound fought violently to retain his honor. He climbed and climbed, un¬ til he pulled through to a clinching finish that spelled victory. Assumption 53, Holy Name 22 We constantly filled the basket with points behind Connie Fer- land’s masterful side push shots and the fine play of streaking Red Bouthillier. It was a gala time watching that new wizard with a pass and a fake, Joey Bouchard. Truly, the future is promis¬ ing. Assumption 51, St. Stephen ' s 3S The Little Greyhounds amazed the home crowd with one of its best games of the season, by avenging an early set¬ back at the hands of the Stevedores. Tit for tat will tell the story of the first fifteen minutes of the game. St. Ste¬ phen’s covered our tallies with two points of their own. However, they were quite surprised in the second canto, when, after bringing the ball up court, they found Don Grenier all alone sink¬ ing a lay up shot. Don, by far the de¬ fensive star of the night, did this four times to give Telesphore an 8 point lead at half-time. Trade 34, Assumption 33 Trade 33, Assumption 32 Three seconds to go, we’re behind, 3 3- 32, Bourgeois is at the foul line: it’s in, 3 3 all. We’ll win in the overtime”, thought all Assumption rooters. But wait — one second ticks by — only two left — the impossible happened. An Assumption eager fouled with but two seconds left in the game and a tied score. A hush fell over the spectators as the Trade player stood at the foul line. Swish— and there went the game. By how close a margin can you lose? A week later, a second edition of the same game broke our hearts! Assump ' .ion 53, Sacred Heart 44 The Blue and White entered into a hot, sizzling ball game where the lead changed sides frequently. A few minu¬ tes were left and the gap was close, but with a final spurt the Greyhound team marched into complete control of a thrilling victory behind the heavy sup¬ port of Archie Archambault. Assumption 49, St. Louis 38 After rolling up an easy 21 to 6 lead in the first quarter, the Assumption start¬ ers were relieved. Everybody thought that the game would be a walkaway. However, the Cavalier’s never-say-die spirit forced the starters to reappear in the second half and made them sweat for a victory. St. John ' s 76, Assumption 56 Half-time score: 30 to 27, in favor of St. John’s. You may well ask yourself if it is possible to be so close against St. John’s, the Western Massachusetts’ Champions. Yes it is, and the score indicates the type of ball that the Greyhounds were playing. They were’nt playing against the legendary St. John’s, they were play¬ ing against a team they knew could be conquered, and were trying to be the conquerors. I remember saying to myself at half¬ time: If the team continues like this, it’ll win for sure.” The third quarter started and three firs ' : stringers left almost immediately via the foul route; the other two in the fourth quarter. What could be done? All Assumption could say is: We play them again — next year!” SS. Peter ' s 43, Assumption 35 The Assumption team playing before a frisky crowd was baffled by the im¬ pregnable defensive zone of St. Peter’s, which forced our boys to shoot from the outside. This made our scoring low; consequently, the Blue and White switched to a zone to slow down the opposition, but this only brought on a three minute freeze. Telesphore readopt¬ ed the man to man system and began fighting furiously. But it was too late and the Assumption team dropped a dis¬ appointing decision to terminate their season. However, Greyhound can be proud of an honorable 13-8 record that won for them an invitation to the C.Y.O. Tour¬ nament at Lawrence. George Connolly, ’51 Francis Brassard, ’52 Eugene Rheault, ’51 Guay, New Ping-pong Champion In a hard-fought battle that could have gone either way, Raymond Guay of Senior A defeated slamming Euclide DesRochers, five games to three, for the school championship on February 14th. The latter, last year’s champion, made use of all his best shots, but the deter¬ mined Guay would not be beaten. There appeared to be a bit of magic in Guay’s victory. Out of obscurity, he gained his first success in competition, winning the first tournament in which he played. There was a bit of revenge, too, for DesRochers had eliminated Guay in the senior’s semi-finals this year. The two finalists earned their way to a school tournament berth through the votes of their classmates. Laferte, the senior champ, and Robert Bourgeois were also elected. Among the junior crop, the cream appeared to be Paul Fortin, Roger Bacon, Arthur Charlebois, and Joel Audibert. The sophomores chose Normand Grondin, their champion, Pierre Tougas, Francis Eastman, and Wil¬ liam Paquin. Tournament experience was gained by four yearlings, Ernest Pick, freshman champion, George Bon- nici, Joseph Lefrantjois, and Arthur Har- nois. Roland Laferte further distinguished himself in the ping-pong field on Febru¬ ary 9th, by winning a beautiful gilt medal in the boys club tourney. Against some of the East’s better players, he reached the semi-finals. He returned the following night, only to lose a close match to the former Eastern states champion. In the doubles tournament, at the boys club, Leo Paquette, together with Paul Fortin, reached the semi-finals. Mention must be made of the school doubles tournament which came to an end on March 7th. In an all-senior final, Raymond Guay and Jean.-P. Aucoin de¬ feated Roland Laferte and Euclide Des¬ Rochers. Thus was brought down the curtain on the 1951 ping-pong tourna¬ ments at Assumption. Lionel Sitnard, ’51 PAGE SIX APRIL 1951 THE SPECTATOR Spring is just around the corner, and already quite a few students have that ”1 - hope - the - summer - vacation - will - hurry - up - and - get - here’ look. At any rate, let’s take a look around and see what’s new at Assump¬ tion. Before we go any further, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the referees all over the world. It seems that Robert Choquette ’51, took it upon himself to disgrace the noble profession just mentioned. We hear that a petition is being circulated to outlaw Bob’s ever refereeing again. The Freshman-Sophomore orchestra made its debut the other night at the Becker vs. Assumption College basket¬ ball game. There was onlv one thing wrong. They played beter during prac¬ tice than in public. But they redeemed themselves at the St. Peter’s vs. Assump¬ tion High game, where more numerous and more experienced musicians turned our gym into a Pop’s concert hall! Their version of the national anthem was in¬ spiring to the utmost. The entire class of ’51 was dumb¬ founded when Raymond Guay, ping- pong champion of the High School, gave an exhibition with Roland Laferte, the Senior ping-pong king. They played not for gold, not for records . . . but for the benefit of a fair, young damsel, whose escort was none other than our genial editor. This is Station WAHS, Assumption’ High School’s own radio Station . . . ’ These were the words that greeted the expectant ears of the students in dorms 3 and 4, on the evening of Mardi Gras”. For the first time, they had the pleasure of listening to a program from their very own studio. The program was under the direction of Jean Dupont ’5 3 who served as M.C” and Disc Jockey” for the evening. The program started off with two selections by our own Ronald Dennis Day” Trudeau. Before we had time to come out of our reverie, Daniel Tondre ’54, the master accordionist, and Roger Tourville ’5 3 with his saxophone, filled the air with music and color. We hope to be hearing again from WAHS in the very near future! The Spectator” has just finished con¬ ducting a school-wide survey to deter¬ mine which student has the most nick¬ names. After a long inquirv, we find that Ernie”, Junior”, Icky”, Ge¬ nius”, Moonface”, Pelican”, The Chins” Beaulac ’5 1 won the heated con¬ test. My name is Thomas and I’m from Missouri, so I am a bit incredulous about this next bit of news. Is it true that Buzzy” Lefrangois ’54 has been seen listening to that thrilling day-time serial, Helen Trent”? Clem” Mercier ’54 is quite the bas¬ ketball fan. He became so engrossed in the St. Peter’s game, that he gave Jackie Donahue, St. Peter’s guard, a friendly shove, when the latter tried to take the ball out on the side line. By the way, Clem, what did that referee say to you? During the Adams vs. Chicopee game, we met, much to our dismay, the most ardent fan of basketball. A certain young mother, accompanied by her un¬ willing offspring, was noticed to be doing much of the cheering. Fortunately, Donald Dragon and Maurice Albert were seated directly in front of her. When the child began competing with its mother, she unhesitatingly entrusted the young one to the delicate care of the aforementioned baby sitters. Goosey” Gosselin ’5 3 has been granted, upon the insistence of his class¬ mates, a membership card in the Tall Tale Tellers of America, Inc. It seems that Goosey told of the active part he took in a combat between two armies of ants. By the way, Goosey, were you wounded? I’ll be back soon, to enlighten you on what goes on around your campus. Re¬ member . . . only two more months till graduation . . . so . . . keep smiling! W. O. D. Coin de I ' Observateur Bonjour, mes amis, nous voici encore une fois reunis apres un mois qui n’a pas ete tres riche. II n’y a pas eu beaucoup d’incidents de valeur pendant ce mois, tout comme il n’y a pas eu beaucoup de conges. Demandez-en des nouvelles a certains eleves qui se privent de leur week-end! Je suis sur que vous aussi vous pen- sez que le temps passe vite . . . Regar- dons un peu ce qui aurait pu arriver de- puis notre derniere rencontre; rappelez- vous cependant qu’on doit rire meme si la chanson n’est pas trop comique. Done: priere au high school de sortir” le sou- rire et de m’encourager un peu. Comme vous le savez, des Peres, qui s’occupent de la formation des eleves (?) sont persuades que quelques heures en etude le mercredi et le samedi assoupli- raient bien les muscles! Soudain, lors de l’annonce d’un tour- noi, ces memes Peres decident que des voyages a Boston en autobus seraient pre¬ ferables — les prefets ont des raisons que la raison ne comprend pas! Oui, messieurs, si je ne me trompe, e’est bon aussi de parler un peu” de l’ar- rivee a notre college de ce precieux do¬ cument, la Declaration de l’lndepen- dance Americaine . . . De telles surprises sont parfois fatales aux professeurs . . . Vive la Grande Charte! Il est aussi des professeurs qui ont trouve les unites de l’ancien temps trop maigres, et ils comptent maintenant tant de moities dans les leurs que e’est im- pressionnant! . . . Mais on connait le re¬ frain: Arrangez-vous avec le profes- seur, je n’y peux rien, moi — voir le numero 6 du reglement, s.v.p.”. revenons a nos moutons”, repond un Frere, arme d’un balai (sans allusion au retour du Frere Armand) .... mon oeil! ”, repete un troisieme .... Cum Ostiis essent” signifie apres la distribution de la Sainte Communion”, selon certains eleves de Methode. On se permet dans cet institut de man- quer des classes et de supprimer des etu¬ des matinales sous pretexte qu’il y aurait un peu de maladie dans la maison . . . . Demandons aux infirmiers s’ils ont eu bien des malades . . . Rapport de l’in- firmier: Pas un seul cas d’indigestion pendant le careme, mais 46 cas d’inani- tion .... A-t-on jamais vu un tel pele- mele dans les cours? . . . hola, les Ver- sificateurs, que faites-vous dans le s salles de la Syntaxe? . . . celui qui s’eleve sera abaisse, et celui qui s’abaisse sera eleve!” On a pu admirer lors de la fete de Notre Saint Pere, Pie XII, de belles ma¬ nifestations a son egard ... on voulut meme, pour le conserver plus longtemps, raccourcir son pontificat d’une annee!.... A cette occasion, une nouvelle liturgie s’est introduite dans la maison et les consequences en sont scandaleuses! . . . . Peut-on s’imaginer des statues decouver- tes en plein milieu du temps de la Pas¬ sion, meme dans le bas-choeur — est-ce une partie du sanctuaire? — y aurait-il soudain manque d’etoffe? . . . J’offre mes condoleances aux eleves d’Elements pour le petit nombre de car¬ tes de la Saint-Valentin qu’ils ont regues —e’est une autre affaire en Versification. Cette fete nous permit de realiser com- bien populaire etait un certain prefet de discipline, ainsi que le proprietaire d’un magasin du sous-sol! Vous souhaitant une meilleure sante apres les vacances, et me recommandant a vos bonnes prieres recitees avec tant de vivacite et d’allegresse, je reste Jean Lena ' if. 31 it JMenumant Nous recommandons a vos ferventes prieres madame Alida Lemire, de Wor¬ cester, mere de Louis et d ' Alfred Lemire, actuellement eleves a l ' Ecole Superieure, et de Joseph, Georges et Paul, anciens eleves. Elle souffrait du cancer depuis de longs mois. APRIL 1951 PAGE SEVEN NATIONAL CATHOLIC BOOK WEEK A book exposition was sponsored by the Assumption College Book Review Forum in conjunction with the National Catholic Book Week. This exhibit, ideally located in the reading room of the school library, was extended over a period of two weeks, from February 18 to March 4. The display consisted of several dis¬ tinct sections and panels, neatly and ar¬ tistically arranged to arouse the curiosity of young and old, and to make them swallow the sugar-coated pill: the ne¬ cessity and utility of reading Catholic books. This was accomplished by the exhibition of about four hundred and fifty volumes by contemporary Catholic authors. A short biographical sketch of each writer was placed atop his works. One side of the book exhibit exposed a pamphlet division consisting of some four hundred brochures on various prac¬ tical topics such as vocations, the Sacra¬ ments, dating and courtship. On the other side, the National Federation of Catholic College Students (such is the meaning of NFCCS) had a section of its own and exhibited several popular maga¬ zines and journals, plus information and propaganda about itself. The main point of interest for high school students was a display of best¬ sellers, such as: The Saga of Citeaux” series (Rev. M. Raymond, O.C.S.C.), The Greatest Story Ever Told” (F. Oursler), One Moment Please” (Rev. J. Keller), La rencontre du Seigneur” (Msgr. Chevrot), Le fou de Notre- Dame” (P. Maximilien Kolbe), Temoin de la Lumiere” (F. Saintonge, S.J.). All students anxious to obtain extra points might store away their comics and de¬ tective stories long enough to read one of the worth-while books. The original purpose of the Catholic exhibit was portrayed in these few words which towered over the books exposed: To restore all things in Christ through books.” Raymond Beauregard ’5 3 Roger Reveille ’5 3 ASSUMPTION IN TWO—continued Before the Chicopee-Matignon game, Matignon, the unbeatable team with the 20-0 record, was to pulverize their op¬ ponents into the finest of powders — but: when all the roaring was over; after captain Skypeck had dropped unconscious to the floor from exhaust¬ ion; when Bishop Wright finally awarded the championship trophy; THEN Chico¬ pee was the team, and Skypeck was the man to receive it. Assumption High had entered this tournament. However, after a long and courageous fight, they finally gave way Tournament Action against Keith to Holyoke Catholic, 45-40. Holyoke came with a season record of 16 and 5, and played a game well worthy of its record. In the Class B competition, Auburn High School, making its first appearance in our Tournament, captured the cham¬ pionship with an impressive victory over Ware High School. Ronald Bouchard, ’5 3 Francis Eastman, ’5 3 Normand Grondin, ’5 3 NOUVEAUX MEMBRES—suite qu’il doit reussir dans ses etudes. Une moyenne reguliere de 8 5 % est exigee. Le L” (leadership) demande qu’il soit chef par la parole et par l’exemple. Le dernier S” rappelle qu’il doit etre serviable. Un membre doit etre capa¬ ble de se devouer sans espoir de remune¬ ration. Sur ses qualites, le candidat est juge par un conseil de l’ecole, compose du Su- perieur, du Prefet des Etudes, du Prefet de Discipline, et de tous les professeurs de la troisieme et de la quatrieme annee de l’Ecole Superieure. La Societe d’Honneur se reunit toutes les deux semaines. A la premiere reu¬ nion, en suivant le mode parlementaire, elle a elu ses officiers. Donald J. Gre¬ nier ’51 fut nomme president, George H. Connolly ’51, vice-president, et J. Paul Marcoux ’52, secretaire-tresorier. C’est un grand privilege d’avoir ete juge digne. Que les elus regoivent nos felicitations. Sur leur embleme figure un flambeau. Nous leur souhaitons d’etre une lumiere maintenant et pendant toute leur vie. Emmanuel Dutremble ’5 3 LE CERCLE FRANQAIS—suite franchises et de vous prouver que le fran- gais n’est pas encore descendu au tom- beau oil l’on ensevelit les langues mortes. Le cercle frangais, pour en parler d’a- bord, (a tout seigneur tout honneur) a pris de 1’ampleur cette annee. Quel che- min parcouru depuis la fondation du groupe il y a trois ans! On se reunissait d’abord pour la conversation ou autour d’une table de jeux. Desormais, tous les dimanches soirs, le Pere Armand (car c’est lui qui a tout le merite de cette organisa¬ tion) nous reunit pour nous faire prin- cipalement des lectures. Le Pere a fixe son choix surtout sur les auteurs mo- dernes: Henri Gheon avec Les trois sa- gesses du vieux Wang”, Rostand avec Cyrano de Bergerac”, et Yves de St. Claude avec Un reportage sur Jeanne d’Arc”, figurent parmi les auditions que nous n’oublierons pas facilement. Un autre moyen de garder le frangais vivant c’est le chant. Par nos vieux re¬ frains canadiens, nous pouvons vibrer avec Fame de nos ancetres. Le Pere Ar¬ mand le sait; c’est pour cela qu’il profite de ces reunions pour nous faire apprendre l’une ou l’autre melodie. Mais, dans ce domaine, le Pere Gilbert complete le cer¬ cle frangais. Chaque semaine il nous presente un programme minutieusement prepare sur son enregistreur magneti- que. Apres l’oreille, les yeux. Une initiative heureuse d’Ernest Sylvestre merite d’etre relevee. Une ou deux fois par semaine, il affiche sur un tableau des photos, des illustrations, des pensees susceptibles de former notre gout et d’interesser a la culture franchise. Aura-t-il des imita- teurs? Ce n’est pas tout. Puis-je etre indis- cret et anticiper deja sur les nouvelles du mois prochain? .... On nous promet bien des distractions dans lesquelles le frangais aura sa bonne part. Je veux parler des activites dramatiques. Mais patientons et n’allons pas gater le plaisir qui s’annonce! Voila bien des realisations. Y en a-t-il a votre gout, cher lecteur? On l’espere. Mais peut-etre auriez-vous une suggestion a apporter? Frappez-donc a la porte de notre prefet d’etudes. Vous trouverez toujours un sourire accueillant, une oreille attentive. Marcel Massicotte, ’52 $ £ I« � 4) s) Le Cercle Frangais nous annonce une occasion facile de s’enrichir sans autre effort que de parler le frangais le soir apres souper. Quatre billets sortiront d’une boite, le premier bon pour $15; les 3 au- tres chacun pour $5. Pour faire entrer un billet dans cette boite, la condition sine qua non” est de s’entretenir en frangais un soir par se¬ maine jusqu’au 27 mai. Deux soirs pro- duiront 2 billets, 3 soirs donneront 4 chances, et le nombre ira ainsi en se dou- blant jusqu’a 64 billets pour ceux qui ne manqueront pas une journee. Avis aux interesses! PAGE EIGHT APRIL 1951 Vol. I Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., May 19SI POURQUOI? Un professeur vante toujours sa matiere et notre professeur de frangais n’y avait pas manque. Pourquoi apprendre le frangais? La re- ponse n’avait guere penetre. Je regardais les vieux murs de notre classe, 1’esprit obsede. Tout a coup, ils parurent ouvrir les yeux et je crus en¬ tendre une voix sortir de leur fondation solide. Ses sourcils fronces d’un air savant, un petit vieux me dit: Ecoute-moi, jeune homme, ecoute-moi bien. Depuis quarante-quatre ans, j’entends des jeunes gens comme toi se demander pourquoi on apprend le frangais; il y a quel- ques annees je pouvais leur repondre sans peine: tout le monde parlait le frangais dans les families, dans les eglises, et souvent dans les rues meme. Maintenant tout est bien change, et je ne pergois que rarement les echos d’autrefois. (Suite a la page 5) La Fete du Superieur La fete du Reverend Pere Henri Mo- quin, notre Superieur est, comme Paques, une fete mobile. Cette annee, elle fut ce- lebree, par hasard, un mercredi, le 9 mai. La veille, nous nous reunimes tous au gymnase pour presenter nos voeux. M. Beaulieu, eleve de premiere annee de phi¬ losophic, s’avanga vers l’estrade et en notre nom adressa la parole au P. Supe¬ rieur, le felicitant des succes les plus im- portants obtenus depuis une annee, en particulier de la reception de la charte d’Universite et de l’etablissement du bu¬ reau des relations exterieures. Le Pere Su¬ perieur se leva, et s’adressant a toute l’assistance, masculine et feminine, nous remercia; puis, dans une courte allocu¬ tion, il nous montra ce qui distingue l’Assomption des colleges seculiers: elle ajoute a une instruction pour le moins aussi bonne que la leur, les benifices d’une education avant tout catholique. Mais, insista-t-il, il ne suffit pas de garder cette formation pour nous. Nous devons la faire rayonner et etre dans le monde comme un levain. Quand nous sortimes du gymnase, ce fut pour inaugurer notre conge. A mon avis, s’il m’est permis de (suite a la page 8) Field Day Highlights The whole school was jumping with activity. All kinds of voices, from the shrill cry of the Freshmen to the bass in¬ tonations of the Seniors could be heard echoing and reechoing within the four walls of Assumption. This was the happy day. At the flag-raising ceremony Philip Greasy” Goyette ’5 3 gladly offered his services by playing his version of the Assembly” with his trumpet. Some of the results of the events of the day turned out as expected; how¬ ever, the day held a great number of surprises. Lawrence Larry” Bedard ’5 3 was awarded two trophies: one for win¬ ning the marathon race, and the other for the most individual points scored. Richard Morrisette ’54 won the ball throwing contest in the junior division, while Muff” Bouvier ’51 came up with the best throw in the senior division. In the high school tennis matches, the Se¬ niors defeated the Juniors and the Soph¬ omores subdued the Freshmen. The se¬ nior and junior classes combined their baseball skill to beat the Sophomores and Freshmen by a score of 13 to 10. (Continued on page 7) Une scene de La Grammaire Seniors, Juniors Revive Class Play Traditions There was an old tradition in past years that every class in the High School presented an evening of entertainment. The classes of ’51 and ’52 recently did their utmost to revive this worthwhile custom. After several months of preparation, the Seniors succeeded in presenting two plays. Amidst bright lights, the curtain opened on the English play, a drama en¬ titled The Goal” by Henry Jones. Rob¬ ert Lemieux excellently portrayed Sir Stephen Famariss, a materialistic old man on his deathbed. His worldly business and pleasures pursue him to the very end. Sir Stephen is a prominent engineer whose greatest desire in life is to connect Am¬ erica with England by a huge, fantastic bridge. Even in his dying moments, he tries to persuade his son, Dan, interpreted by Roland Laferte, to realize his project. The dying old man suggests dishonest means to attain his goal. The attitude of the audience in regard to this drama showed that they grasped the satire in Sir Stephen’s principles. By way of parentheses, this play re¬ calls to mind as a contrast Henri Gheon’s Le comedien et la grace,” which the college students marvelously presented on May 11, 12, and 13. It is concerned with (continued on page 8) Pour le PING-PONG, je suis, Seigneur, beau coup trop lourd Et fermant les deux yeux, je frappe comme un sourd — Aux muscle ' s d’un Hercule, ajoutez la me sure, Le pied aile, le bras agile de Mcrcitrc. Qti’att TENNIS desormais, il ne m’arrive plus De ces exploits fameux, que la saison a vus Quand imitant David et sa fronde, je jette Le spectateur par terre, avecque ma raquette. An FOOTBALL Pan passe, j’allais a reculons. Au BASEBALL, je saisis prestement le baton Et je vise la balle — elle frappe ma fete M’infligeant devant tous une bonteuse defaite. Mes heures sur la TRACK ne sont pas sans valeur: A compter mes echecs, mes courses sans honneur, J’apprends a calculer comme le grand Euclid e — Mais cessons de gemir d’un sort cruel, perfde —. Je me console, 6 Dint, de mon peu de bonheur, Car dans un autre sport je veux sortir vainqueur: Tout ce que je crains c’est Pennemi de mon dme C’est la force du diable, et ses ruses in fames. La, faites, grand Vainqueur, que je gagne toujours Equipe de la foi et porte par Pamour; Gardez mon dme loin de toute maladie, Et fortifiez-moi par votre Eucharistic. La Priere du Sportif Me void devant Vous, les muscles durs et forts; Je pratique, Seigneur, a peu pres tous les sports; Mais Vous m’avez bati avec un cerveau vide; J’ose Vous en prier: rendez-moi moins stupide. Hier, valsant comme un foil, le BASKETBALL en mein, J’en tends les spectateurs mar tela nt ce refrain, Tirez, tirez, mon gars,” et pour les faire taire Aussitot j’ai tire — deux points pour Padversaire! Que dans ce jeu mon oeil vise toujours le but; One je combatte dm, sans peur et sans refits, Que je lance vers Vous dans toutes mes miseres, Plus sure que la balle, une ardente priere. Et lorsquc je cottrrai dans le rude chemin Soyez mon entraineur et tendez-moi la main; Que j’avance tout droit vers votre del sublime — Ainsi soit-il. Malheur! je c here he en vain la rime. Euclide DesRochers ’51 PAGE TWO MAY 1951 These are Sports, too The call of the wild, once summer vacation had started, was almost irresistible. ' ' Min¬ go” ’53, Chiko” ’54, Gig?’ ’52, and I, Three Musketeers with One added, consider it the modern, or, better, the ageless counterpart of Ulysses’ Sirens. For almost a month after the last class, we were like a group of maiden horses before a race. Then, once all the permissions from the parents had been obtained, and our camp¬ ing equipment all readied, we trekked into the woods—the wild pines of Maine. We wanted to get away from it all”—the pennant cares, the fixes, the throned and dethroned kings of the sports world — and for two days we did just that. Surprisingly, sunrise found us all sound asleep. Soon, however, some yellow fingers of light, slipping through the tent flaps, pried open Gigi’s eyes. After a few minutes of howling, singing and noise-making in general, the human alarm clock had the other three dragging their feet to his tent, yawning bloody murder. After breakfast, all four headed for a nearby pond. Everyone was clad in a bathing suit, but only Mingo and Chiko car¬ ried fishing poles. Ax soon as we reached the beach, Gigi spotted a row¬ boat drifting lazily in the middle of the pond. He nudged me, then ran for the water. I dittoed his actions. In a few minutes, both of us were clambering into the rowboat. Luckily, both oars were still in place. Gigi took one, I the other, and we were off. We didn’t travel one inch in the right direction, the first few strokes. Of course, what Chiko and Mingo saw advancing towards them ivas no Yale crew! They boarded, told us to row to the murky cove on our left, and then cast their lines. def¬ initely didn’t mind the boarding or the command, but when Mingo casted, I crossed my fingers. He had the habit of standing on the seat in the bow, jerking heavily at each cast. Finally, the inevitable happened. He stood a little too near the edge of the boat, and jerked a wee bit too harshly. Result: a beautiful swamping. At first, Mingo was alone with the fish, but he decided that we should accompany him in the water. One shove, and we were all paddling for shore. Oddly, Mingo, Chiko, and I were already thoroughly disgusted with camping. I guess the Siren didn’t wail loud enough. Maybe it was because our own city’s second largest public swimming beach is two steps from my home. We returned to camp, packed everything, and left promptly. $The call of the wild is surely per¬ sistent. The next time we met, Gigi started making the wheels turn again, when he said: ' ' You know, my cousin has a beautiful camp on Lake Something-or-other. Now, maybe next week . . . —Alfred Lemire ’52. MAY 1951 PAGE THREE WHY SPORTS AT ASSUMPTION? Why do we breathe? Why do we walk? As everyone knows, through his own personal expe¬ rience, sports are as much a part of our lives as breathing and walking. Let us resift the sands of time. Slowly, misty forms focus to clearness and Rome appears. Out¬ side the walled city of Caesars and Ciceros, we ob¬ serve sons of noblemen who are developing their bodies by games of ball, discus throwing, high jumping, and running in the field of Mars. Upon entering the city, we stroll to the Colosseum to take in the afternoon games.” Here commoners, known as gladiators, fight for a living. When they step into the arena before a fickle crowd screaming for blood, they are trying to win not a game but their lives. Still they call it sports. The vision fades into reality. The stone steps of the Colosseum are now the bleachers at Rodier field. All around us, students are engaged in sports. Captain Don Dragon of the tennis team is smash¬ ing drives over the net, Joel Audibert is high jump¬ ing; Larry Bedard is burning up the track; Lefty” Gaudrault is warming up on the field, getting ready for the game which is starting right now. Here, we shall be able to note how organized games requiring teamwork develop to the greatest degree quick thinking and action. The opposing team is at bat. There’s one out, one man on base. The pitcher is ready, eyes the man on first, comes down with the pitch; the bat¬ ter connects ... a scorching grounder past the mound; the second baseman traps it, flips to the shortstop who is covering second; the relay to first . . . double play, the side is retired. That is quick thinking and action, without a doubt! It is easily noticed how much importance and attention sports have acquired here at Assumption. Everyone is sports-conscious. Is this good? What advantages do sports have in store for us? They are the best means by which we can de¬ velop our bodies. Also our mi nds profit because we are obliged, while engaged in a game, to think quickly and accurately. While we are in class, this manner of thinking is not so well accepted; on the playing field, there is no objection to the taxation on our mental powers. Why? A student’s common sense tells him that setting up a play is much easier than translating a sentence. The student is wrong, however. Any coach will tell you how much effort is put into the pre-season training. Those who are on the varsity can tell you that it’s no picnic. Still, the student in his mind thinks that it is easier; therefore, he doesn’t mind the extra work involved. What is the importance of sports in regard to us? What is more valuable than sports? What has less value? Our supernatural life is of prime importance. No reasonable person will deny the existence of God and His action in our lives. Even atheists,” deep down in their hearts, do believe in Him. We Catholics have the Church to guide us. The road to heaven is thus pointed out and illuminated to mark out the pitfalls. Our only task is to follow the road, but it is a difficult road to follow. We must, then, stress first our supernatural life, for without it our life on earth is useless. Our cultural life is next in importance, after the supernatural. This is self-evident. But one fact is overlooked by some: after graduation studies must go on forever, if we are to keep up with the times and not fall behind in our respective professions. Sports rank third. They provide the develop¬ ment of a healthy body which is necessary for a healthy mind and a happy life. They assume a much greater importance than such things as watching television or the movies, playing cards, reading comic books, hanging around rec halls or street corners. The summer months are fast approaching. Many will be working, but there will be leisure hours now and then. Come on, you television fiends, you demon card players, you stamp collectors, all of you get out in the open air and enjoy the best rec¬ reation of all, sports.” Romeo Cournoyer , ’51. WHY ALL THE CRAZY THINGS ... there goes another innocent senior into the freezing water fountains in dorm No. 4.” Why? Well, it might be his birthday and one glance at the conspirators shows that a birthday is a great occasion to enjoy oneself, for everyone involved except the victim: cold water, noise a-plenty, bouncing. Why the cheer in the refectory? Possibly to compensate for the misery of having a birthday. Well, what’s this? Everyone has a water pistol (including the prefect of discipline). These prem¬ ises aren’t safe without one. But why does a digni¬ fied institution like this tolerate such a crazy” affair as a water pistol epidemic? Maybe we need a psychiatrist. Oh! those ever-memorable basketball games. But why did we show the referees our appreciation by always submitting blindly to their decisions? Have you noticed that a few students jump into the swimming pool every year about this time? But why don’t they take off their shoes, their glasses, or at least their watches before plunging? Could it be because they haven’t time before the bell rings, or is it because of the helping hand they sometimes receive? ... look at those Seniors again trying with un¬ relenting efforts to initiate the baby Freshmen.” So far their efforts have been in vain . . . Oh why is the prefect on their side? Oh Why? Oh Why? Oh Why? Georges Charland ’51. PAGE FOUR MAY 1951 AVANT LA GRADUATION Nous regrettons de ne pouvoir donner les nou- velles concernant la graduation. Du moins dans ce dernier numero de PHeritage nous voudrions ex¬ primer a la classe des finissants nos felicitations et l’expression de notre sympathie. Ce n’est pas peu d’atteindre avec succes le terme d’une epreuve longue de quatre annees, et de laisser tant de bons exemples aux successeurs! Nous devons a nos de- vanciers, de particulieres felicitations pour le tra¬ vail accompli autour de cette publication. A eux le merite d’avoir cree PHeritage. Les noms de Lio¬ nel Simard, le premier redacteur-en-chef, celui de son successeur, Harold D. Gould, Jr., et ceux d’une tres meritante equipe y resteront longtemps atta¬ ches. Au revoir, chers amis. Vous n’allez pas seuls vers votre nouvelle destination. Nos voeux, nos prieres, toute notre sympathie vous accompagnent. Les routes de la vie ne sont pas nombreuses et nous nous retrouverons a bien des croisements. Ernest Sylvestre ’52 POURQUOI??? — Suite Mais, mon gargon, je ne suis pas encore mort . . je vis encore. Moi, je suis la culture frangaise. Ce mot de culture” t’effraie; tu n’en as pas une no¬ tion claire; peut-etre est-ce la source de tes diffi- cultes. Alors je vais tacher de te l’expliquer. La culture, vois-tu, ce n’est pas ce que tu fais trop souvent: ce n’est pas apprendre les choses a moitie, ce n’est pas suivre ses classes a la diable et etudier le strict necessaire pour avoir une note passable. Ce n’est pas parcourir le premier et le dernier chapitre d’un livre et ensuite dire que tu le comprends. Ce n’est pas se contenter de ce que l’on t’enseigne en classe. En d’autres mots, on de veloppe sa culture en tachant de bien faire les choses qui sont deman- dees et en cherchant a faire plus. II faut cultiver ton esprit en essayant de tout capter dans ta tete fragile. La culture consiste, lorsque tu abordes un auteur comme Racine, a le laisser penetrer dans ton ame et ainsi d’en faire une partie de toi. Pour preciser, regarde ici.” Je ne voyais qu’un livre enorme, a la forme massive. Devant mes yeux enchantes, le petit vieux tourna les feuillets. D’en- tre les pages une foule de gens sortirent. Les uns portaient des pantalons avec des bandelettes et etaient coiffes de casques gaulois, d’autres portaient des hennins, des perruques, des bicornes. Je vis des hommes appuyes sur des epees, d’autres tenant une plume, le regard perdu au loin; des architectes ar- mes d’equerres, des sculpteurs avec le burin, des peintres avec la palette. Je vis tout, quel spectacle! Des paysages d’azur, d’emeraude, piques de clo- chers varies, de monuments, de chateaux. Je lisais des noms celebres, rendez-vous des cinq continents et du ciel lui-meme: Paris, Lourdes, dans une au¬ reole de lumiere. Tout cela dehla devant moi comme un reve. Tout a coup, le petit vieux semblait devenir plus jeune et rayonnant de joie; et il me dit: C’est ma patrie; tout cela c’est mon ame immortelle. Ce sera ta deuxieme patrie, ce sera ton ame. Fais de tout cela le sang de tes veines. Ce sera pour toi un ma- gnifique arbre. Mange le fruit de la culture fran- gaise, savoure-le, fais-en une partie de toi-meme. Ta langue portera des phrases plus musicales, ton esprit sera plus noble, et dans ton coeur grandira la foi.” La, le petit vieux regarda un long moment par la fenetre en fixant l’horizon. Vois-tu,” continua-t- il, un jour tu ne seras plus le petit eleve devant son cahier de composition. Tu seras parmi les es- prits distingues de ton pays. On te remarquera parce que tu ne seras pas comme tout le monde, et ta culture frangaise te rendra capable de mieux servir ta patrie et tous les hommes, tes freres. Tu regarderas avec reconnaissance vers la colline ou s’eleve le College de l’Assomption; et tu le verras toujours fidele, toujours jeune.” Non, le frangais ne mourra pas ici. Je parais vieux, mais je suis jeune. Non, il n’est pas vrai que j’ai eu mon regne. Je suis la culture frangaise, je suis immortel; j’ai vecu, je vis, je vivrai. Richard Belair, ’52. DECOUVERTE RETENTISSANTE Attention! Une prodigieuse decouverte fut faite aujourd’hui par les eleves de l’Ecole Superieure de l’Assomption. L’annonce de cette invention pro- duisit un bouleversement dans le monde acade- mique et elle promet de renverser tous les systemes d’education actuellement connus. Voici, en deux points, cette nouvelle theorie: 1) Le noyau de toute la science est renferme dans n’importe quel dictionnaire. 2) Au lieu de perdre beaucoup de temps a tra- duire une version latine ou grecque, cherchez im- mediatement le premier mot dans le dictionnaire, numerotez-le, et quand vous aurez trouve chaque mot, par une combinaison scientifique des nume- ros, emerveillez vos professeurs par les traductions que vous obtiendrez. L’avantage de cette methode c’est qu’en effet elle nous permet d’obtenir des versions aussi etonnantes qu’imprevues et inedites. De plus, resultat inap¬ preciable: l’intelligence n’a plus qu’a se reposer. Pour plus de renseignements, voyez notre prochain numero . . . ou adressez-vous a n’importe quelle compagnie specialisee dans la vente des diction- naires. . Paid Marcoux, ’52. MAY 1951 PAGE FIVE DIAMOND DUSTINGS Assumption 2; St. Mary ' s 0 In its season opener, Assumption faced a supposedly easy victim. However, St. Mary’s hurler was stingy and the Little Greyhounds had to work very hard to get their runs. As the final score showed, Don Hebert was the stingier of the two. He was so effective that he allowed but three singles while fanning fifteen bat¬ ters. Assumption 6; St. Stephen ' s 2 Winning this game meant a threefold revenge for Pierre’s pups: it avenged two losses suffered at the hands of the Steve¬ dores last year. Furthermore, it made amends for our poor hitting in our first game. We made up for this as we banged out ten hits against pitcher Joe McKoul. Dominating our offensive forces were Don Grenier, with four hits, Connie Ferland and Red” Bouthillier, each with a double to his credit. Assumption 9; St. Peter ' s G The Guardians arrived at Rodier Field with high hopes of upsetting the apple cart. They almost tipped it over in the second inning when they jumped to an early three-run lead. Led by Don Lussier and Don Hebert, we uprighted the cart with five big runs in the fifth inning. Thereafter, St. Peter’s was helpless as Assumption trotted to its third straight win. St. John ' s 4; Assumption 1 In the past three years, St. John’s Leo Brosnan had won nineteen straight games in high school competition. He ar¬ rived here hoping to win his twentieth. However, Assumption did not let Brosnan’s pitching reputation scare them. In the very first inning they scored a big run, but, unfortunately, their misplays eventually led to their first downfall. Don Hebert, who pitched su¬ perb ball, was charged with the defeat even though he did not allow one earned run to cross the plate. Assumption 15; Classical 10 Lefty” Gaudrault, Assumption’s di¬ minutive yearling pitcher, took to the mound against the Classical batsmen. He was so nervous that he allowed eight walks in five innings. At least he had a right to be nervous, because our misplays were so costly that on nine different oc¬ casions unearned runs crossed the plate. Assumption 13; Holy Name 2 Coach Brother Donat started Rene Tasse, his only Junior pitcher. Tasse had a no-hitter for seven and two-thirds inn¬ ings. However, the Holy Namers finally tagged him for three hits. Rene proved equally effective at bat, as he and Cap¬ tain Don Grenier were the big guns in our big eight run seventh. Assumption 5; St. Mary ' s 2 Lefty” Gaudrault received his second starting assignment of the season. This time he was at ease as he discarded his previous nervousness. Being hitless in three trips to the plate in the Classical game, Lefty” said to himself, If I can’t get on base, neither will they.” He almost made good his statement as he al¬ lowed only five Marettes to reach first. On the offensive it was Don Grenier, with a home-run and a double,and Fat” Goulet, with a triple. Assumption 10; North 1 North High School, last year’s Inter- High League champs, were held to six hits by the masterful pitching of Don Hebert. This victory left Assumption second only to Trade High in the race for recognition as Worcester High School champs. Goulet was the defensive star of the game as he made a hit-robbing catch almost directly over second base; he also cut down a runner at the plate with a beautiful throw from deep short. Connie Ferland was the offensive star as he drove in our first three runs with a home-run. LATE SCORES St. John ' s 10; Assumption 0 Assumption 7; Leominster 6 David Prouty 6; Assumption 4 Assumption 14; Sacred Heart 7 Norviand Lemaire ’5 3 Bernard Tremblay ’5 3 BREAKING THE TAPE As spring was rolling in, new aspira¬ tions of a victorious track season were being built up among the prospective runners. But as the grueling practice of calisthenics became monotonous, a few self-cuts were made. Thus our present track team stands with a general enrol¬ ment of 13 students, which makes up an exceedingly small team. Considering this, an important question became prevalent among many students: Can the As¬ sumption squad win a track meet with such a small team?” Assumption 41; Marlboro 40 Assumption tracksters opened their season with a bang as the small Grey¬ hound team nosed through to a breath¬ taking victory over Marlboro. The un¬ daunted courage of the little team held on to a slim lead to the very end through the magnificent help of Joel Jack-Rab¬ bit” Audibert, who cashed in 13 points. Muff” Bouvier and Duke” Dupont furthered the Blue and White cause by contributing a total of 15 points. The most exciting race of the meet was run and won by Doc” Leblanc who, in the last few feet of the 440, pushed ahead in time to break the tape. With the help of a few others, victory was complete, and the Assumption team came home to make May 2nd a perfect day in the field of sports. Leominster 54; Assumption 29 The Assumption track team returned home with ill-success after they had en¬ tangled with Leominster High in a dual meet. In the eyes of the spectator, it seemed as if the Greyhound team lacked a little push in a few spots. Still, putting aside a few errors, the hustlers fought their way as Joel Audibert jumped a per¬ fect 5’ 5”. Then Lawrence Bedard came streaking in to win the half-mile with plenty of room to spare. Without the slightest doubt, the shot-put was the greatest event of the day as Strong- Arm” Bouvier threw the 12 pound ball 45’ 7”. LATE RESULT North 54; Assumption 29; South 17 Francis Brassard ’52 ACROSS THE NETS Assumption 6; Fitchburg 3 Eager to repeat their undefeated sea¬ son of last year, the Greyhound racket- men opened the ’51 campaign with a spirited victory over Fitchburg. With only four courts at their disposal, two here and two on Burncoat, the players were quite exhausted. To play their matches, they were forced to run back and forth from here to the Burncoat courts. Quite a day indeed! St. Marie ' s 7; Assumption 2 Pierre’s netsters returned from Man¬ chester quite baffled. Could it be? A six¬ teen year old girl, Miss Carey Manseau, had won both her singles and doubles matches against Pierre’s he-man athletes. ’Twas indeed a sad afternoon. Assumption 5; Worcester Academy 2 The Greyhounds, frustrated from their first defeat in two years, quickly cap¬ tured four of the six singles matches. Hopelessly lost, the Academy netmen forewent two of their doubles matches after we had copped the fifth and de¬ ciding point. Assumption 6; Classical 2 The Greendale courtmen celebrated Father Superior’s feast day, with an easy triumph over Classical. Even the jayvees saw action as Freshman George Bonnici, teaming up with Junior Albert Cyr, won the first match of his short career, 6-1, 6-3. LATE RESULTS St. Marie ' s 5; Assumption 4 Assumption 9; Dean Academy 0 Lionel Simard ’5 1 PAGE SIX MAY 1951 FIELDDAY HIGHLIGHTS—Cont. In the junior division, we find Larry Bedard ’5 3 in first place in the half-mile race; in the 220-yard dash, Emile Red” Bouthillier ’52 placed first. Bro. Donat Durand led the pack in the fac¬ ulty 100-yard dash. Keeping his own against many competitors, Robert C. Gorselin ’51 broke the finish tape in the fat man’s race. The pie-eating contest, which was open for Freshmen only, was won by John Casey” Callaghan ’54. Red” Bouthillier ’52 captured first place in the 100-yard dash. Larry Bedard ’5 3 crossed the finish line well ahead of the other runners in the 440-yard dash. In the wheel-barrow race, a free-for-all, Jerry Vermette and his able wheel, Ar¬ thur Babineau, walked off with the first prize. Jean Duke” Dupont ’5 3 snatched top honors for both the running broad- jump and the running high-jump. A New Record??? The Juniors were defeated by the Se¬ niors in the volley-ball event, and the Sophomores beat the Freshmen in a simi¬ lar contest. Red” Bouthillier ’5 2 placed first again by taking the shot-put event. In the Senior division, Leo Paquette ’5 2 was first in the half-mile race. In the 220-yard dash, Gerald Jerry” Vermette of the college placed first and did like¬ wise in the 100-yard dash. In the run¬ ning broad-jump event he also executed the longest leap. Muff” Bouvier ' 51 showed his strong arm by taking first prize for the shot-put contest. The high school took revenge on their professors by defeating them in the softball game. Joe” Audibert ’5 2 ran off with the first prize of the running high-jump event. One of the most exciting events of the day was the relay race which was won by the Junior class. The runners of the winning team were He nri Archie” Ar- chambault ’5 2, Red” Bouthillier ’5 2, Joe” Audibert ’5 2, and Jean-Jacques LeBlanc ’52. After supper, prizes were awarded to the winners of each event in both divi¬ sions. Following the presentation of the prizes, there was a movie to provide a good ending for a wonderful day. Teles phore Labelle ’5 3 THE SPECTATOR It’s a bird—it’s a plane—it’s Goose” Gosselin ’51 and his super-motorcycle. Better watch those corners, Goose.” You never know who might be coming around them. Say, you know we had bet¬ ter watch those corners, ourselves! The Assumption campus has, for the past several weeks, been the scene of mi¬ raculous happenings. Every so often, a great crowd of Juniors are seen floating around on some mysterious and invisible vehicle. Some venture to say that it’s a car, owned by Tiffy” Prevost ’52. No one dares to say for sure. Gerard Noel ’54 should turn out to be a very saintly religious. The manner in which he responds to orders is truly surprising. Why, just the other day, Fr. Armand told the class that Latin dic¬ tionaries should be torn up. Immediately, Jerry obediently disposed of the con¬ demned” book. ASSUMPTION SENIOR HALL OP LAME If you think that Westminster Abbey contains a renowned hall of fame, you should visit the Assumption Rogue’s Gallery.” The very first celebrity we meet is that Modern Adonis, Dave Beau¬ champ, and his beautiful baby blue eyes. Robert J. Lemieux esq. is the class’ Lio¬ nel Barrymore: it takes him an hour and a half to die on the stage, and that’s a record. In a quiet corner sits Normand Bernard, the most studious Senior, pour¬ ing over a Latin grammar. A shrill laugh breaks the silence, and chubby Jeff” Geoffrion, the class good humor man, bounces into view. A beautiful statue re¬ presents Ceres, and in her arms, R. Tra¬ han, our King of Corn. R. Guay, the great debator, is sitting before a mirror, arguing with himself. We come now to the greatest section of our hall of fame: The All-Assumption corner. This year, the honor goes to Don Grenier, the class president. He certainly has deserved this greatly sought title of honor. W. O. D. ’51 Coin de PObservateur Ah, e’est Pete! J’ai encore la fameuse fievre du printemps et, sans vouloir vous decourager, je tiens a vous avertir que cette courte causerie s’en ressentira un peu. Que voulez-vous, quand on depense toute son energie aux examens? — Ah, les examens! — on finit par tuer 1 ’inspi¬ ration ! L’ete est venu avec son char de de- lices, avouons-le! Quel plaisir que de se lever le matin plutot qu’en plein milieu de la nuit! Les arbres en fleurs, l’herbe vert tendre, l’eau de la piscine, l’amour dans les coeurs, que voulez-vous, e’est tout cela l’ete. Ah, il y a un petit desagrement, me dit-on; la chaleur humide qui nous ctouffe n’est point commode pendant les examens. On trouve cependant de Pair frais dans ces chambres closes des salles de recreation. Le croiriez-vous, on y trouve si peu de fumee qu’on peut en voir les quatre murs! Entendez-vous des cris? Ce sont les eleves d’Elements qui se plaignent de leurs examens. S’ils etaient en Versifica¬ tion, on pourrait peut-etre leur permettre ces manifestations! Chers Versificateurs, je n’ai pour vous que des tristes adieux! Souvenez-vous de nous, messieurs, de l’autre cote de la grille — Oui, leur jour est arrive, et on doit les feliciter de la maniere—calme— dont ils ont passe leurs derniers jours a l’Assomption. Leurs derniers mots? — Subivimus Periculum”. Le nombre des weekends commence a diminuer — serait-ce encore la fievre du printemps, ou bien serait-ce celle des repasses? Et encore des incidents dans les dor- toirs! Sachez que la troisieme grande guerre pourrait eclater a cause d’une af¬ faire internationale qui fit explosion au milieu d’une nuit. Il est heureux que les Etats-Unis assurent la protection aux etrangers en visite dans ce pays. Nous sommes aveugles par deux je ne sais quoi” qui se promenent habilles de pantalons rouges, d’une chemise verte et rouge-orange, d’un gilet jaune, de chaus- sures noires. On se demande bien, peut- etre avec un brin de jalousie (?) ou ils ont bien pu pecher cet equipage. Un complot reussit! (et on nous dit que meme des Religieux y ont trempe!). C’est une exposition a 1’occasion du deu- xieme millenaire de Paris. Elle fut l’objet de l’admiration beate de bien des eleves. Les Prospectus,” eux aussi, ont eclate comme une bombe! A-t-on deja vu telle surprise? Avis a tous, faites bien attention aux livres que vous achetez a d’autres eleves. Sachez, eleves d’Elements, qu’il est stric- tement defendu, quoi que les Syntaxistes vous disent, de se procurer des livres pleins de notes. (Que la Syntaxe me par- donne, mais je suis membre de la So- ciete Protectrice des Anim ... oh non! . . . des Elements.”) Meme si on y est interesse, on ne doit pas se rejouir toutes les fois qu’on parle de mort, de maladie, ou d’execution, al- lons, Paquin!!! Pour moi, je me sens d’humeur a exe- cuter l’annee scolaire! Esperons que dans trois mois nous serons remis de toutes nos fievres. Vive les vacances! Je vous quitte pour trois mois, mes chers amis, mais je ne vous oublierai pas. Ne vous ennuyez pas trop; on se reverra bientot! Jean Letia ' if. MAY 1951 PAGE SEVEN THE GRAND MARCH THE SENIOR PROM Dark, ominous clouds shrouded the Putnam and Thurston Restaurant in midtown Worcester and the rain beat down upon the streets with ever increas¬ ing vigor, but far was it from the minds of Assumption’s elite to remain home. It was March 30, Senior Prom night. Cars streamed from all parts of New England in quest of an evening of entertainment and revelry. The evening also proved to be a reunion of former classmates and proud presentation of those captivating girls over whom so many heated argu¬ ments had been waged. By nine o’clock, fifty-one couples, among whom fifty-one potential queens were sighted, were swaying to the sweet music of Ernie Tessier and his band. Un¬ fortunately, the music was rudely inter¬ rupted once, by a vocalist—he dared not abuse of our patience. Complete content¬ ment reigned throughout, as the evening sped on its way. Tense moments passed as the possible queens passed in review before the chaperons — Mr. and Mrs. Archibald LeMieux, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Guenette, and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gre¬ nier—who acted as judges. As the clock struck its toe on the quarter hour with a little ding,” the judges admitted their inability to name a queen, but boldly narrowed the field of contestants to five. Lots were drawn and Miss Gloria Bolduc, escorted by Donald Grenier, senior class president, was proclaimed oueen, and the four other aspirants formed her court. Mid-evening was marked by the pom¬ pous Grand March” which toured the spacious hall to the lively rhythm of the band, after which the jovial crowd yielded to the beckoning refreshments. Alas, the flow of minutes from the cup of time could not be stemmed and soon some had returned to the dance floor, en¬ joying, to the fullest, those few short hours of perfect company, while others were posing for pictures that soon would be the only visible proof of the wonder¬ ful evening. Happy faces and sweet mu¬ sic failed to induce old man Time to join us for a few moments and the dance ter¬ minated at midnight. Outside the storm raged on . . , David Thomas Beauchamp ’51 SENIOR, JUNIOR PLAYS—Cont. the last moments of St. Genest, the pa¬ gan actor converted on the stage. Next followed La Grammaire” by Labiche. Poor William Dupuis, who played M. Caboussat, had as much trouble with his French grammar as he has in class. His charming daughter Blanche, played by Robert Beaudet, thought of the most ingenious ways to save her father’s honor. M. Poitrinas, acted by Ernest Beaulac, was an arche¬ ologist whose nose smelled roman anti¬ quity in everything he saw, from the dishes broken by Geoffrion to the old and worn out pans. On the night of April 11, Assumption students witnessed the debut of a novel and divergent type of theatre acting pre¬ sented by the junior class. This theatre in the round,” as it is called, proved to be a tremendous success. The pleasant and enjoyable evening opened with a few songs accompanied by a French monologue, Chez le dentiste,” an amusing tranche de vie” interpreted by William Amiott. Then, as the lights from the baldequin flooded the scene, the Juniors continued with the highlight of the review, A Case of Suspension.” The spectators were at all times interested as action seemed never to cease. Laughter was constantly brought out by the hila¬ rious mimics of George Blondin and the ignorant naivete” of Paul Tormey as Professor Edgerton. The serious scoldings and odd femininities of Miss Ernest Syl- vestre Judkins, added to the amusement of the audience. Paul Bisson ’51 Roger Tougas ’51 Francis Brassard ’52 PELERINAGE A SAINTE-ANNE Le soleil qui se leva si brillant au ma¬ tin du 3 mai, fete de l’Ascension, a du lorgner les trois autobus qui filaient vers le village de Fiskdale. Vraiment, ils me- ritaient d’etre remarques! Pourquoi? Eh bien! tout simplement parce que ces autobus contenaient une centaine d’eleves de l’Ecole Superieure et du College de l’Assomption qui allaient en pelerinage au sanctuaire de Sainte- Anne. Les autobus se viderent devant l’Eglise Notre-Dame de Southbridge et de la les eleves parcoururent a pied les six milles qui les separaient de leur but. Une messe solennelle, chantee par le Pere Armand, directeur spirituel du pelerinage, assiste des Peres Theodore et Charles-Ephrem, ouvrit leur journee au sanctuaire. Ce fut une journee de priere avec salut du Saint-Sacrement, Chemin de la Croix a 1’exterieur, montee de la Scala Sancta, et meme avec reception de l’indulgence pleniere du Jubile. Vers quatre heures de 1’apres-midi, les eleves remonterent dans les autobus et, apres avoir remercie de leur joyeux et cordial accueil le bon Pere Jacques” et son vicaire, M. l’Abbe Lange, ils s’en al- lerent de nouveau, filant sur la route. Assurement une belle journee! William Amiott ’5 2 SUPERIEUR—Suite l’exprimer, il manquait une chose a cette soiree: L’Assomption,” le chant vibrant du college. Car la fete du Superieur, n’est-elle pas aussi la fete de la maison? Le lendemain, le Pere Henri celebra la Messe a la chapelle des eleves. Puis la ma¬ tinee, chaude et claire, passa vite. Apres un splendide dejeuner, o:i ne traina pas lonptemps dans la maison; liberte etait donnee de prendre Pair de la ville. Quel- ques eleves zeles prefererent non sans rai¬ son, la solitude de la propriete! La fete se termina devant le Saint-Sa¬ crement . . . Deja les eleves oubliaient cette journee pour ne penser qu’au len¬ demain, qui serait le Field Day.” Claude Brunei!e ’5 3 PAGE EIGHT MAY 1951 n n VOL. II Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., November 1951 NO. 1 PFRi AMARIN, Noumo PR (Fit Proverbes . . sagesse . . raisonnement! C ' est ainsi due je me permets de resumer notre nouveau prefet. Les chinois, dont la langue fourmille de proverbes, lui en ont certaine- ment infuse le genie pendant quinze ans d’Orient. Voici a peine trois ans ciu ' il est parmi nous, et en si peu d’annees oil il enseigna la religion, le latin, et le franqais, ll put nous transmettre, avec quelle generosite, un peu de cette sagesse qui nous attacha plus pro- fondement a nos etudes. Essayer de discuter avec ce bon Pere? son raisonnement est impec¬ cable. Meme si nous nous trouvions devant un probleme dont la solution nous semblait impossible a concevoir il nous contraignait a l ' accepter. Son ambition .... c’etait que nous ayions une conception claire de ce qu’il en- seignait. Le Pere Amarin etait religieux tout autant que professeur. Dans son cours de religion il nous montrait l’inimense valeur de ce sujet par ses ex¬ plications et applications simples mais precises. Auiourd’hui coninie prefet de discipline, il pent et deja nous fait apprecier un reglement qui parait a certains assez severe. Les yeux pleins de malice, ses levres qu’un bon sourire epanouit, nous engagent a la com¬ prehension et memes a l’amour d’une force contre laquelle on voudrait par- fo : 3 reAmber. Allons, Pere Amarin, on les aura! Marcel Massicotte 52 Unless our two memories fail us, it was a cool September evening, typical of Au¬ tumn, when the Senior Class assembled for the annual Staff Elections. This meeting was conducted in an orderly fashion and resulted in several commendable nomina¬ tions. J. Paul Marcoux, a student whose weight is in proportion to his sterling ability and conscienciousness was overwhelmingly Continued on Page 8 - IF YOU ONLY KNEW ' ' When is the paper coming out? ' ' Who knows? How many times have we heard this monotonous exchange of questions re¬ peated in the last three weeks? As we sit here, trying to write, the final rush is on towards the completion of our paper; in a smoke-filled room amidst the pounding of numerous typewriters, our heads begin to buzz and our minds wander over the work of these hectic weeks; It ' s a problem and a half to assign ar¬ ticles; worse yet to exploit the inner sanctums of a poor “supersaturated mind for the material required to complete an article. Along with this problem there is that one of vapid procrastination. When we finally get down to brass ‘acks and think we have a sufficiently well- written article, it is turned over to the faculty advisors and then: ... DECEPTION! Courage, chain-smoking, and a little old- fashioned ear-pulling renew our determi¬ nation. Again we ' re off. To the races? Yes! The race against the printer ' s deadline and the publication of our paper. But, in :hat race, there are hurdles: incessant leafing of numerous dictionary pages in the search of more expressive terms, new ideas, and more precise phraseology. But, above all there is the repeated necessity of correction and rewriting towards what we hope will be a better paper. Problems as unseemingly difficult as have been enumerated take time and ener¬ gy. Yet, everywhere we turn, that tradi¬ tional question rings incessantly in our ears: “When ' s the Heritage coming out? We may not be on time but our solo satis¬ faction will lie in your appreciation of our humble efforts. - Continued on Page 8 - NEW AT ASSUMPTION From June to September changes galore invariably occur, and 1951 marks no ex¬ ception to the general rule: a new fresh¬ man class has been enrolled, new pews have been fitted into our already beautiful chapel and, not to be forgotten, new teachers have been drafted whose turn it is to suffer as they try to keep a clas3 in - Continued on Page 8 - its p ' vts com Avanqons lentement vers un coin isole: Un coq silencieux sur le toit est lierche; Sentinelle immobile, il demeure tou jours, N ' abandonnant jamais sa garde de la cour. Je veux t’entretenir un moment, sans temoins, Par ce recit en vers, de la voix des P’tits Coins; Leur chanson de tendresse, prcnd un aspect joyeux, Ecrit en style aise que comprennenr les creux. Suivez-moi maintenant et nous fe- rons le tour Des coins de la maison et des coins • de la cour. Observez dans ce coin, cet antique easier; C’est le refuge aime d’innombrables cahiers; Tout l’esprit de l’eleve est ici contenu, Dont le maitre joyeux devient cancre dequ. Un rayon, le matin jette douce lumiere A l’entree du gymnase. a l’endroii qu’il eclaire; La statue de la Vierge est ici elevee; Ce visage honorable est souvent oublie. PAGE TWO Que de secrets fameux si cet endroil parlait! Mais sa levre est serree dans un reduit muet; One de conversations y seraient revelees; Ce telephone ami, certes, ne pent parler. Un verset pour les peres, et je vous ferai voir Un centre d’interet, leur coquet refectoire.. . Car ici chaque jour ils puisent l ' energie Pour reveiller l’elece en nos classes cileries. Rickard Belair ' 52 NOVEMBER 1951 ASSUMPTION NOVEL TIES Well, here we are at Lucky’s home: This character we’ve seen. Around Assumption does he roam; The students think lie’s keen; To guard the chickens lie’s all right: Don’t go too close, my son; I warn you, if he once should bite, Don ' t bite him back: just run! Oh, oh, look, here, this place is sad; You’ve been here more than once . For either having conduct bad, Or acting like a dunce. Now here’s a place that’s not too gay, Where smiles do often fade; When you leave here, you often say: “At home, I should have stayed !” William K. Amiott ' 52 Although the fence is not so high Yet does it keep us in; And when the students loud do cry It’s to a zoo akin. When of this cage you have enough, This is the way to skip; But, if you’re caught, it will be rough; You might regret your trip! Now let us closely look right here. While Brother Armand’s gone: For if he conies, oh I do fear, We’ll wish we were not born. From here are issued menus white And marks, alas, sent home. It’s here that Sugar shines quite bright His glossy, hairless dome. A Coca-Cola vending box Refreshment does provide; ‘Tis not a box that sings or talks, ‘Twould make the perfect bride! Surrounded by a student gang, To glory is it near, Until a nickel’s lost, then, Bang! The language you should hear. • X � v . v a NOVEMBER 1951 PAGE THREE THE JOKE BOOK The HERITAGE has secured the scoop of the year. Because of its exclusive contract with the A.H.S. News Service, your school newspaper is now able to announce one of the most stupendous events ever to rock your campus. A new Rule Book” is being published in English, and some much needed changes have been made. We have managed I to witness a few sneak previews of this new, drastic edition, and we are passing them on to the students as a public service, for the common good. A) NOTICE: Ignorance of the contents of this book is a lawful plea to avoid punishment; stupidity is no longer the only valid claim. All students may henceforth interpret the rules as they please, and do as they wish, providing they are not caught. B) No classes are scheduled. Exams are optional. Students will be graded by marks ranging from 100 to 85 (?) PART I SCHOOL CALENDAR YEAR — First Semester Sept 11 — Entrance Day. Vacation begins till Columbus Day. Oct. 12 — Columbus Day. Students may take as long to get back to school as it took Columbus to cross the Ocean. Nov. 21 — Issuing of bicarbonate of soda in Chemistry class for all high school students, who may then leave for Thanksgiving. Dec. 18 — Classes resumed to go over subject matter studied during first semester. Dec. 19 — Christmas vacation begins. The school ' s Christ¬ mas present to the student body will be to extend the vacation till the mid-term exams. Notice is given that these tests will cover ALL the material studied during the first semester. Students must be well prepared. Second Semester Jan. 28 — Vacation till Easter. Apr. 20 — High school Seniors must return to try on their caps and gowns. May 30 —• Day of rest for students who have studied too much. June 7 — Graduation. June 9-10 —■ Semester exams. Vacations. N.B.—This schedule shall be strictly enforced. Any student who feels that he has been cheated, may submit a petition to the proper authorities. PART II Chapter I — Studies: General advice on how to study well. Classes: lake as many notes as possible: they are very comes time to express a point of view, they will be unable to utter a word. At best tnev will simply remain the childish “Me too” type. “He ' s a nice guy, but ... Could you finish the sentence? Have you heard it said about you? It is often heard when referring to our “Babies . In fact what we mean is: “He’s a nice guy, but what a baby.” What do we really mean by a baby? It’s —One on whom no serious subject can have a 113 effect; —One who “lets things happen instead of making them happen ; —One who disregards totally his future life. Are you defined by any of these? If so, no hard feelings; a little thought maybe? Henri Archambnult ' 52 Let ' s Grow Up “I’ve never seen such a baby, not even in grammar school. ' A chosen few among the incoming Freshmen might reasonably describe with these words many upperclassmen: sev¬ eral Soph s; a few Juniors; possibly even a Se¬ nior or two. If a mere Freshman realizes this fact, there must be something to it, don’t you think ? These “students” still expect life to be always as playful as they now make it. What have they done in the past other than play? What else do they now accomplish? Can a real change be expected later in life? It seems to me that their future will be stamped with the same words as was their past, namely: Noth¬ ing accomplished. It is also evident that when helpful in keeping warm on cold, winter days. Study: Have as your theme song: I Can Dream, Can t 1? Questions not too clearly understood: Don ' t bother looking them up. They probably aren ' t worth the trouble anyway. Chapter III — Discipline: 42. Silence is no longer obligatory in the study hall. It is felt that the noise made by falling desk tops, or scuffing feet on ; the floor may stimulate the minds of some students, and it is therefore highly recommended. 43. Any student wishing to cut studies may do so at his leisure. Time not spent in studies must be profitably spent in recreation. 45. Recreation between classes: Students, if in class, must not flick the ashes from their cigarettes out the windows, so as not to endanger professors or students who could be standing beneath the window. 57. Food must be wasted; it is probably the only way to have a more varied diet. Table manners are not important; if you ' re too polite you won ' t get enough to eat. Chapter VIII — Infirmerie: 60. The easiest way not to take an exam is to be sick. It is quite surprising how fast some students develop an ill. If in doubt on how to act sick, see any of your older and wiser schoolmates. Chapter IX — Literature: 69. Any magazine is allowed providing that it has the student ' s approval. Chapter X — Recreations: 70. Recreations may be taken whenever the student feels the least bit fatigued. When in doubt as to the proper way of jumping the fence, refer to the picture in ‘Assumption Novelties. ' Chapter XI — Vacations: 80. In keeping with our policy which has already been mentioned, vacations are to be encouraged as often as possible. 83. Appointments with the dentist are perfect excuses to leave the school on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons. (It took one student four years to have two cavities filled.) If you really want to get more than a joke out of the whole affair, you might refer again to the French edition of the “Rule Book.” You ' d be surprised at what you ' d find! Let us suppose that you wish to learn how to study . or grasp the hidden meaning of physics or fathom tne mys¬ teries of algebra or write an errorless French composition (it can be done!) . Perhaps you would like to get rid of your Latin or Greek dictionaries? All these problems are very con¬ cretely discussed in a part of the “Rule Book that you may not have read, or re-read. One more reading may do the trick, and remember, it ' s not a joke. J. Paul Marcoux, ' 52 PAGE FOUR NOVEMBER 1951 TuEs Sacerdos In Aeternum Cette annee nous celebrons le soixantieme anniversaire de pretrise du Reverend Pere Francisco Felipe Garcia- Beaucoup d’entre nous ne connaissent pas ce pretre, car il passe ses journees entieres en profond entretien avec Dieu. Francisco Felipe Garcia naquit a Oviedo en Espagne, le 3 avril, 1867. Vingt ans plus tard il rentra au noviciat pour commencer sa vie religieuse. Le 14 avril, 1891 il fut ordonne pre¬ tre. Sa vie tout entiere a ete celle d’un apotrc zele a repandre la bonne nouvelle. Il accomplit son ministere surtout dans les missions du Chili. Apres avoir passe une trentaine d’annees dans l’Amerique du Slid, il vint a New Y ork pour aider a etablir la paroisse espagnole des Assomptionistes, celle de Notre Dame de 1’Es- perance. Pendant son sejour dans cette grande ville, il devint ami intime de la Sainte Mere Francoise Cabrini. La vieillesse grignotant pen a pen ses forces, il dut se retirer au College de l’Assomption. Mais ce Pere edifiant ne croit pas au repos force et continue a servir Dieu de son mieux. Leve chaque matin a quatre heures et demie. il descend discretement a la chapelle et dans le silence du sanctuaire, il parle, quelquefois bien haut, a son Maitre. Il prepare longuement sa Messe, qu’il dira vers six heures a son ante! prefere. Penche sur le missel qu’il lit lente- ment, car ses pauvres yeux dechiffrent avec peine un texte pourtant agrandi. Et le voila, ce bon vieillard tout rajeuni et tout pret a re¬ peter sans fin, comme les anges, son adoration a Dieu. Regardez-le, vers deux heures et demie de l ’apres-midi, monter gaillardement la colline pour faire sa visite au cimetiere. Approchcz-le: un sourire defend son visage, ses levres prient. T1 va de son petit pas incertain, appuye sur une canne, le dos legerement voute....d n’a que 84 ans et quelques mois. Le saint moine a une devotion particuliere pour la Vierge. . .ses Ave sont une salutation continuelle a notre Mere. Eleves, que de fois ne l avez-vous pas vu a vos saints, assis le plus pres possible de l’am- bon, les epaules legerement inflechies, l’oreille tendue, avec plus d’attention que nous, aux ser¬ mons. Pas un jour, ensoleille on pluvieux, ne chan¬ ge le reglement de cette vie toute a Dieu et en Dieu. Souhaitons-lui encore de belles annees vouees tout entieres a la glorification de Dieu et surtout a notre profonde edification. One de graces de choix et quelle protection ne nous vaut pas ce saint vieillard! Normand Massicotte ' 32 PARLEZ-MOI DAMOUR Est-elle si loin que cela cette retraite de septembre dernier, que ne puisse revenir a nos allies le souvenir de cette premiere parole typi- que du petit predicateur: “Je ne vais pas vous ouvrir de cercueils, vous decrire des squelcttes en vous parlant de l’enfer—non, je vais vous parler d’amour”? Le Pere Saint-Georges Bergeron nous a. avec son coeur ardent et sa voix prenante, parle d’amour. Que n’a-t-il pas dit sur Y amour de notre Dieu dans le sacrement de Penitence et de l’Eucharistie ? Le Pere presenta l’homme sous quatre aspects: homnie, chretien, et Catholique. En voila trois ! Le quatrieme? C’est l’homme niem- bre de la societe... d’une grande societe: le monde entier. Avec quelle avidite nous l’ecoutions et comme nous nous sentions saisis de ces verites cpie nous vivions chaque jour sans, helas! y penser. A la fin de ces trois jours de ferveur le Pere enrichit nos ames des indulgences at- tachees a la benediction papale. J’ainierais vous dire un mot sur le predi¬ cateur. Le Pere Bergeron, bien qu’homme de petite tail le, est d’une activite devorante dans son diocese. Il s’occupe de la jeunesse: de la Jeunesse Etudiante Catholique, puis de la Croi- sade Eucharistique et cette voix, que nous avons aimee, jienetre jusciue dans les foyers par une heure Catholique a la radio de Quebec. Ou sont les neiges d’antan? .... et mes resolutions? Eugene LaLwcet e 32 NOVEMBER 1951 PAGE FIVE Assumption Leaves Loop The Assumption football season came to a sudden end when Brother Donat and Coach Eddie Boule announced that the team was withdrawing from the City- League and was conceding the remaining games on its schedule. The main reason is that we were tremendously outclassed. Hampered by injuries and lack of material, the team had dropped to a squad of 17 players. This number was insufficient in playing teams like St. John ' s and Trade. In competing with schools such as these, who boast a good deal of power both on the bench and on the field, we, without reserve strength, were simply overpow¬ ered. The main question before each game soon changed from that of winning or losing to whether there would be any serious injuries. As Brother Donat said: We want to emphasize that this action was not taken because of lack of courage or spirit on the part of the boys but because of injuries and lack of numbers. They already have shown their fight and determination in the games they ' ve played. There is nothing harder for a coach to do than to tell his boys, especially seniors, that they are dropping football for the season. But the reason behind Mr. Boule ' s decision was that of the welfare of his players. Football has not completely dropped here at Assumption since next year the school will schedule teams from the area that are in its own class. Ten years from now, this football season will be forgotten, but if there had been any serious injuries it would long have been remembered. We owe our heartfelt thanks to our coach, and of all the worthy phrases that we could use to praise him, one of the most complimentary is that used by the Ca¬ tholic Free Press: If ever an accolade were given for doing the most with the least, Coach Boule would win the award hands down. Georges E. Prevost A2 o _ Gridiron Highligkts As the doors of Assumption flew open again, a new athletic season began. Al¬ though the pigskin outlook for the ' 51 season seemed dark, twenty-two enthusias¬ tic aspirants had joined their efforts to represent Assumption in its fine play. Assuption 0 — Trade 38 The Assumption gridsters in their initial game of the season at the Athletic Field met with defeat before the mighty Me¬ chanics. Lack of experience, weight, and substitutes, all of which are valuable in the production of a football team, proved fatal! Although the players realized their prominent defects, they plunged headlong into their foes with undying spirit. The sweating toil of the “Blue-and-White , put through in practice sessions, was prevalent in the Assumption effort. The sizzling passes of Connie Ferland to his glue¬ fingered halfbacks, Red Bouthillier and Don Lussier were responsible for several considerable gains in yardage. Assumption 0 — Trade 38 The spirited Assumption pups were pre¬ sented with their second successive defeat before the overpowering St. John ' s team from Temple Street. Frequent fumbling in the hands of Telesphore , in addition to a generally weak line, stifled many Blue- and-White gain threats. Since Assumption had few replacements, the St. John two- platoon system considerably weakened the Greyhound eleven . The skillful Pio¬ neers , formidable contenders for the city crown, simply outclassed Assumption with their speed and power. Nevertheless, the Blue-and-White was sparked by Tiffy Prevost and Doc LeBlanc, w ' ho contrib¬ uted fine defensive work in an effort to hold back the Temple Street team. Assumption 0 — North 26 The Assumption eleven in its first arc- light game of the season, dropped its third straight engagement to a strong North team. The essential cause of the defeat was Assumption ' s weak defensive play, during the first half, which provided the rolling North team with a twenty point lead. Coach Boule ' s mid-game pep talk truly must have been inspiring, for a spirited Greyhound team rushed out on the field to hold the Polar Bears to a single T. D. For the first time in three games, Telesphore displayed his true offensive colors. Don Lussier in a clicking double reverse paced downfield with a sixty-yard run, that opened Assumption ' s drive to the goal line. With this tremendous aid, in addition to a few minor gains, the Blue and White found itself on the North one foot line, but failed to score as time ran out. Francis Brassard ' ' 52 Albert DAmours A3 Ping Pong Opener Paul Fortin ' 52, possessing cool deter¬ mination, secured the title Champ , his long desired ambition. Since his freshman year, Paul has been aiming at this goal, every player ' s dream. The defeated finalist, Normand Massi- cotte ' 52, was a surprise contender. How¬ ever, he also realized a dream. In all his previous tournaments, he was, in the first round of play, pitted against Fortin. Be¬ cause of this, his chances were slight. The success of this tournament was due to the perseverance and unselfish devotion of Brother Leopold. Appreciation also goes to the committeemen for their fine work. Congratulations again to Paul Fortin, Assumption High School ' s First Semester Champion. Leo Paquette A2 PAGE SIX NOVEMBER 1951 Hello to all! This is Hugh Sedit, your roving reporter, with all the latest news hot from the campus. The opening of the school year already brings babblings from the freshmen about a story of a certain spy related to them by their history professor. Is it an interest¬ ing adventure, fellows? ... From another corner of our yearling rec-hall we hear: Imagine! They have a deep-sea swimming pool here at Assumption. This was said by one freshman to another when they saw the large fish lying at the bottom of our pool. The third-year boys seem to have an intuition that there ' s a freshman by the name of Henry Moquin. Hence, they told Raymond Cote ' 55 that Henry was looking for him. Brother Leopold, upon being ques¬ tioned by Ray” as to the whereabouts of Henry, immediately identified it as a joke and burst into laughter. Putt! Putt! Putt! It ' s Norm Marois ' 53 and his Model A Ford. We hear that it ' s in good condition, Norm, and, by the way, how ' s the Extern Transit Company ' s ' business? Who is that around the corner? Why it ' s none other than Br. Donat bragging to Don Lussier ' 53 and Connie Ferland ' 53 about his Yankees. So what if the majority of the school is for the Red Sox, it ' s the team thai counts, says he. The reverend brother ' s spirit appears to have been aggravated by our recent Hallowe ' en party. I wonder why? Gigi Blondin ' 52 seemingly has dis¬ covered a new form of poetry. He is strongly convinced that Come-on-a-my- house is an iambic pentameter, much to the disgust of Mr. Gaucher. Everyone agrees (even Paul Tormey ' 52) that the Faculty should install ash trays in the classes, so that the professors wouldn ' t have to flick their ashes out of the window. Mousey Eastman ' 53 was seen in the swimming pool with an animal of a similar name. Wasn ' t it amazing how they were attracted to each other? Probably it was Mousey ' s good looks, who knows? Brother Donat has formed an Assump¬ tion High School Sanitation Corps out of his waiters. However great an improve¬ ment this may be, he should invent some¬ thing to take the staleness out of the bread. Everyone agree? We notice that the seniors ' Latin pro¬ fessor proudly announced that he was certain the English language descended from the noble Latin language. For ex¬ ample, said he, the English expression ' you bet ' comes from the Latin verb ’ju- bet ' . The class of ' 52 is happy to announce that Henry Valmore Valcourt ' 52, a member of this group, has received his B. A. in chemistry. While performing an ex¬ periment, his test tube blew up twice, and he was immediately given his degree. Of course, B. A. means Bachelor of Assininity. Assumption High School has continued its annual tradition of entertaining its stu¬ dents to the utmost on Hallowe ' en night. Everybody enjoyed the evening (except probably Br. Donat when the Baseball Preview was given). The memories of the Hobo Basketball Team , of Napoleon ' s Army , of the Canoks , etc. will remain with us for a long time to come. If it were not for Br. Leopold, these memories would be mere nothings. I think that everyone realizes this and, from the bottom of their hearts, they send one message, Thank you. Brother. Jubot , I ' ll be back next month, Huvh Sedit ’52 o Une nouvelle annee scolaire a commen¬ ce sa course et avec elle se deroulent un assez grand nombre de peripeties dignes de notre attention: Tout d ' abord, un avertissement pour tous: Prenez garde a ce fameux pecheur public, Marc Tetreault, qui s ' est permis ... de macher incongrument de la gomme. .. en classe. Vous est-il arrive, chers elements, de vous egarer de la maison? Ne perdez pas le Nord et suivez la piste d ' encre qu ' un de vos grands freres, Monsieur Alfred Le- dormeur, vous a si soigneusement tracee. Tandis que nous parlons des Elements, avouons en toute humilite que les jeunes d ' aujourd’hui ne sont pas ce que nous etions de notre temps! A-t-on deja vu une si parfaite conduite? ou serait-ce de leur part ingeniosite a eviter les surveillants? Le Pere Amarin, notre prefet, est vrai- ment diligent: il remarque meme le fait extraordinaire que Ham regoit parfois plus d ' une lettre par jour? Ce serait maladresse, quant a nous, de ne pas signaler notre ancien prefet, le Pere Gilbert, qui est alle faire un petit tour a l ' hopital; les eleves se demanderent avcc anxiete ce qui allait sortir d ' une histoire pareille! Mais chut! . pour . une fois le secret est bien garde! MEMINI-HERITAGE STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF J. Paul Marcoux FACULTY ADVISORS Rev. Armand H. Desautels, A.A. Rev. Etienne A. Aubert, A.A. Rev. Gilbert E. Chabot, A.A. BUSINESS MANAGER Georges E. Prevost FRENCH EDITOR William K. Amiott ENGLISH EDITOR Leo A. Paquette FEATURE EDITOR Henri N. Archambault SPORTS EDITOR Francis Brassard OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS Loring Studios Mais alors, que dire de ce Pere qui est alle, lui, faire un grand tour et nous deserta pour s ' en aller au desert? L ' on trouve des eleves, qui ont tant de passion pcur l ' etude de la belle litterature anjlaise, qu ' ils copient des actes entiers de Shakespeare! Hamlet est-il aussi comique que tu crois l ' etre, Belair? L ' argent americain perd de sa valeur de jour en jour! n ' avez-vous pas constate que le prix du lait devait certainement mon- ter? qu ' en dites-vous, Frere Donat? On commence a se demander si revolu¬ tion humaine a eu, comme premier stage, le singe, car on entend du dortoir des ele¬ ments toutes les betes possibles et imagi- nables! n ' avez-vous pas aussi oui en etude le miaulement d ' un chat? Les classes de chant qu ' on fait au re- fectoire devraient donner de l ' ambition pour la pratique du chant a la chapelle; du moins les eleves vociferent d ' une voix unanime au refectoire. II est vrai qua la chapelle on les aide, ces eleves, trans¬ former leur chant en cacophonie. D ' une extremite a l ' autre remarquent les professeurs: Avec des tableaux noirs, on ne pouvait pas ecrire, maintenant qu ' ils sont peints en vert, on ne peut plus effa- cer! Ilam et Blondin s ' amusent a changer de places en classe. Chacun son tour, nos volages s ' envolent vers des coins opposes do la salle, a la grande satisfaction des professeurs, sans doute. Et bien voila, la torture est complete. Vous pouvez maintenant retourner a vos etudes de latin, et je vous y souhaite toute lc: bonne fortune possible! Jean Lenaif IN MEMORIAM Nous recommandons a vos ferventes prieres madame Yvonne Brunelle, de Paw¬ tucket, Rhode Island, mere de Claude Bru¬ nelle, actuellement eleve de Methode. Re- presentaient l ' Ecole Superieure aux iune- railles le Pere Amarin Mertz, le Frere Gerald Roy, le Frere Leopold Bernier, et une delegation d ' eleves. NOVEMBER 1951 PAGE SEVEN 42 ans de devouement Jules Goffart naquit en Belgique a Leignon, le 4 juin, 1887. II fit ses etudes a Bure puis entra au noviciat de Louvain comme Frere convers sous le nom de Frere Armand a.a. Le Frere Armand et le college de FAs- somption se sont rencontres pour la pre¬ miere fois le 15 septembre 1909. Mais qu ' il etait petit ce college avec ses cinquante eleves, pour un homme qui apportait tant de richesses de devouement. Vous con- naissez l ' aile gauche qui abrite mainte- nant les Peres, c ' etait ga le college. Et, pourtant le bon frere y trouvera moyen de se depenser, car, on le sait un tantinet gourmand ou gourmet, ce qui, parait-il predispose a l ' art culinaire. Les travaux de la cuisine en ces temps heroiques etaient reserves a des domesti- ques dont le petit Sugar avait la charge. Et quelle charge! grand Dieu! Car ces domestiques etaient, si on l ' en croit, hom¬ ines a surveiller d ' assez pres. Si parfois le frere les perdait de vue il les trouvait dans la cave, plus que joyeux, en train de tenir une conversation amoureuse avec ses meilleurs vins. Et, comment voulez-vous que le bon Frere Armand n ' eut pas de ces surprises, quand on songe aux multiples occupations dont on chargeait ses epaules; les malades vrais ou imaginaires savaient trouver chez lui un coeur tendre; le refectoire l ' obli- geait a calculer avec les appetits toujours inassouvis, la buanderie, d ' ou le linge re- venait en bon etat; sans compter qu ' on lui ajouta la surveillance qui, parait-il, etait ferme car il fallait de l ' ordre: et meme on le fit imprimeur. En a-t-il perdu des che- veux dans tous ces coins de la maison! Mais que n ' aurait-il pas fait pour les ele¬ ves! Il avait le bon mot, le sourire qui apaise les pleurs et les delicatesses qui flattent . l ' estomac. Etait-il etonnant qu ' en l ' an 1934, le roi Leopold III le nomma Chevalier de l ' ordre de Leopold II”. C ' etait la recompense de vingt-cinq ans de devouement. Aujour- d ' hui, comme il y a 42 ans, c ' est encore la meme ardeur, bien des cheveux en moins et des rides en plus. Que d ' anciens de passage dans leur ’Alma Mater” veulent revoir leur bon Frere Armand. Et le soir du 20 octobre, ' 51 ils sont venus en grand nombre feter le petit Sugar”. Jean-Jacques LeBlanc 52 NEW STAFF—cont. elected Editor-in-Chief. Such an honor is relative to his prominence in many other activities, as in the past he has displayed his many fine qualities of leadership. Georges Prevost, the Editor ' s understudy and boon-companion, was elected business manager, a difficult task, but one for which he is well suited. The English is well in hand having as it ' s editor Leo Paquette, a man of conse¬ quence and conviction who possesses in unusual degree a thorough understanding of the English language. As French Editor we are particular favored to have William K. Amiott whose thorough understanding of French culture serves him in good stead and greatly augments our staff. It requires no extraordinary perception to discern that Henri Archambault has very capably undertaken the feature edi¬ torial end of the Heritage. Through his vigorous enthusiasm and arduous efforts he has proven himself worthy of the con¬ fidence bestowed upon him. Harold Kenney 52 George Blondin 52 IF YOU ONLY KNEW”—coni. The final step, in the preparation of the Heritage, is the gathering of all articles, and their delivery to the printer for publi¬ cation. Did we say final? Haste makes waste. Two of the greatest ordeals yet remain: First, a meticulous verification of those proofs sent back by the printer, a long and tedious task, so they say. This is our last chance to make good: each paragraph, each line, and each word must be tho¬ roughly reviewed in the microscopic search for errors of spelling, punctuation, and grammar. More long hours in a smoke- filled room i And then, comes the most feverish task of all: paste ! glue! scissors! and paste again! Each article must fit exactly in its spot in the paper. A line too many or a line too few can cause a good deal of trouble. Can you imagine an article pro¬ truding beyond the marginal limit or one leaving one fourth of a page blank? You can stretch an article but you can ' t stretch type, so, back to composition: cut one line here and add one there, and, in the middle of all this turmoil: When ' s the Heritage coming out? At long last our job is done. The paper is ready for publication! We hope you enjoy reading it! Marc Tetreault 52 Marcel Massicot e 52 NEW AT ASSUMPTION—cont. tip-top shape. Father Gilbert keeps telling us that his prayers were finally answered. He is now teaching Sophomore and Junior Latin instead of resting behind the prefect of discipline ' s desk. Last year, he was for¬ ever host at his famous tea parties; but, in Latin class, he isn ' t feeding us Caesar on a silver platter. Father Alexis spent the past year ob¬ taining a Master of Arts degree in chemis¬ try at Clark University and is now behind the mysterious glass tubes in the chemistry lab. Unsatisfied with anything but the su¬ perlative, he is working for his 1 h. D. which he will get with the highest honors if he does as much work as he requires Father Anton ' s. His youth has no bearina on his knowledge, for baccalaureates, higher degrees, and teaching are noihinj new to him. Baccalaureates in letters, and sciences, several degrees in philoso¬ phy and music, teaching Latin and Math: all these are to be found in the long list of his accomplishments. He also excels in languages; besides mastering French and Latin which he is now teaching, he writes and speaks some English, Russian, Slo¬ vak, German and Bulgarian, his native tongue. Father Alphonse-Marie, a familiar face in Latin, religion, and Greek classes for the past three years, is now supervising Freshman and Sophomore French classes. Father Marcellin has also received new teaching assignments: he now has religion and modern history instead of American history which he had taught for so long. Early in the year 1949, Father Ildefons first laid eyes on the Assumption grounds. With little knowledge of the English lan¬ guage, he was nevertheless prepared to handle algebra in September of that year. Well determined to succeed, he has learned English quickly and he is now very clearly understood by his students. Besides his algebra classes, he is this year also teaching geometry. Father Richard, though new to us stu¬ dents is not altogether new to some of the Fathers or college students. He graduated from Assumption College in 1946; the same summer saw him take dramatic courses at Fordham University; thence he returned to Assumption where he taught geometry in ' 46- ' 47. He prepared for the priesthood at the Angelica in Rome. Father, a professor of Freshman English, is a great admirer of Shakespearean culture and he is looking forward to his classes on the works of this great artist. Mr. Hudon had an ambition worth our mentioning. His ambition was to teach—of all things—Greek! He is now realizing this ambition and though some students may not be convinced of the value of Greek, he seems quite determined to ease this great language through the skulls of such students as Pierre Alpha Tougas and William Omega Paquin. Mr. Marion is back with the high school faculty after an absence of three years which he spent studying for a Master of Arts degree in American history. We lake great pleasure in pointing out that Mr. Marion served with the United States Ma¬ rines and rose to the rank of first lieute¬ nant; consequently, if he should look at you out of the corner of his eye, look out! it isn ' t necessarily a sign of affection. To all these new teachers whom we have just mentioned, we extend all the best wishes possible. Donald L ussier 53 Normand Lemaire 53 PAGE EIGHT NOVEMBER 1951 1 3 VOL. II Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., February 1952 NO. 2 La Legion d’Honneur Avons-nous quelque idee des merites que doivent presenter les personnes regues dans cet ordre institue par le premier consul Bonaparte en 1802? La Legion d ' Honneur est une des plus hautes deco¬ rations frangaises et pour y avoir droit, une des regies fondamentales de cet ordre c ' est de pouvoir certifier que Ton a tra- vaille avec une energie inlassable a pro- mouvoir la cause frangaise. Or notre cher Superieur, le Rev. Pere Henri Moquin, a.a., dans un court espace de temps, par son travail en qualite et en etendue pendant son Superiorat a me- rite cette distinction si elevee du gouver- nement frangais. Retournez page apres page la vie de notre college; regardez attentivement certaines transformations, ameliorations . chaque annee a vu l ' oeuvre grandir, se fortifier pour donner l ' impression que ce petit college prenait de 1‘ importance. Et au milieu de ces sou- cis, ou la tete a besoin d ' etre solide, il a garde a cette oeuvre ce qui en fait sa singularity en meme temps que sa valeur. II a preserve, malgre vents et marees, cette etincelle de la culture frangaise dans un pays ou la langue anglaise est la lan- gue maternelle. Cette etincelle, il l ' a meme developpee au point que son ambition, vraiment legitime, est de lui faire atteindre tous ceux qui seraient epris de cette culture; longtemps il a muri son program¬ me, mais il a vu quel bienfait ce serait d ' entendre sur des levres americaines le doux parler de France—esprit large, il a ouvert ses portes aussi par des cours du soir a tous ceux que le frangais et sa culture interessaient. Et ce qui donne du poids a ce travail c ' est .que par sa per- severante audace il a reussi a mettre notre college au rang des autres institu¬ tions reconnues deja depuis longtemps par l ' Etat et les Universites de grand renom. Par la nos gradues ont maintenant plus de facilite pour etre admis aux diverses universites du pays. Notre fierte est done bien legitime de nous trouver sous la tutelle d ' un pared organisateur. Et notre reconnaissance n ' est pas moindre envers le pays de nos ancetres pour avoir reconnu par cet hon- neur insigne les merites de notre Supe- rieur. Esperons que cette Legion d ' Honneur ne soit pas seulement quelque chose de tan¬ gible mais qu ' elle soit un symbole clair et imperissable de l ' oeuvre si chere au Reverend Pere Moquin, a.a., et a tous ceux qui avec lui et comme lui se de- vouent a garder aprement cette education bilingue qui fait du college de l ' Assomp- tion un fait unique et etonnant. Eugene Lancelette ' 52 Marcel Massicotte ' 52 Student Government Day Since 1943, the second Friday of March has been designated by law in Massa¬ chusetts as Student Government Day. This year Assumption ' s representative is J. Paul Marcoux ' 52 who defeated Alfred Lemire ’52, the other candidate nominated by the Senior Class. The campaign managers were busy creating a political atmosphere which kept the school in a tumult over the week-end of January 12. Various posters, handbills distributed in the refectory, and placards all over the school publicized the coming event. Pick a man who ' ll fill the chair , said Marcoux rooters. This remark was quickly followed up by, “Nobody gets a poor steer when he votes for Lemire . Mr. Marcoux, president of his class for four consecutive years, is also editor-in- — Continued on Page 8 — Brother Donat Gone For One Year Having been in our midst for four years, Brother Donat has recently been called to Washington. Leaving all aside, he is to complete his studies of Theology at the Catholic University. Brother Donat had previously begun his last step toward the priesthood when he was suddenly inter¬ rupted. We all felt happy when it was learned that his long awaited chance to become God ' s priest had arrived; we ' ll pray that he will return ready to assume new and greater responsibilities. To everyone of us, his leaving meant losing a daily companion. Being around during our study periods as well as during our recreations, he was known as a regular guy . Thus, “Joe D. may be sure of not being forgotten by his Assumption boys. Brother Donat ' s departure not only meant the loss of a popular friend, but also a prominent figure in Assumption activities. In fact, four major replacements were needed to fill his well-attended duties as monitor, movie director, athletic director, and coach. As monitor, he certainly deserves praise for his fine work. One can imagine his precarious situation, for no sooner had he finished being the regular guy in recreation, than he was obliged to show — Continued on Page 8 — PAGE TWO FEBRUARY 1952 L ' HORLOGE ET TOE...ETUDIANT aii-tu ce gue c eit gu une borloge? elon lei dncieni ( pauvre grec, elle eit une mecanigue deiiinee a marguer fei heurei: ia LL clepigdre ou hgdrauligue. Yja-t-elle pai un ieni vivant pour loi? l egarde ton cadran (uiiant: gue te iuggerent iei cliijjrei romaini ? Pour peut-etre, ili iont mgsterieux, triitei parpoii, rarement jogeux, trop iouvent iniipidei... derate du regard cei iignei auilerei et tu i errai i animer ia iiilouette olicure et me me inciiii e de tei actioni guot idiennei. eJda igmetrie et iordonnance de ce cadran, pace visible di lu mouveme nt toi i ordre de fci ) L iecret evogue pour lot, l orcLre de la fournee icolaire. YJoulei iei pieces du mecaniime dependent dun Seal rei- iort ' } ta vie guotidienne depend de iautorite de cette maiion; cbague roue dentirenage en entraine une autre’ toi auiii, tu ei responiable dei autrei, iani gue perionne le puiiie rempiacer. dJu ei un ique, indiipeniabie. cbacune de cei rouei brillantes, ia piui pragile, concourt pidelement alb monieuie marcbe de l ensemble, pourguoi iibrement, ne jouerai-tu ta par tie dam ie concert commun de ton ddcoie ? Cc romme dele et bien regie. i borloge, ioii pi- r 9 Quand tu paiierai deuanl eiie, ecoute, re- piercing, clamoroui bell penetratei tbe guiet atmosphere. PL dag Lai now started; we itumbie down to studg, and apter Yi Jaii, cereal, loait and coppee conclude our brea bpait; tb tii ddro. Robert i taib to eicort en ui in Lii gentle manner into tbe cool briib air meme tar 1 to ciaripg tbe tbougbti in our bemuddled beadi por tbe morning ciaiiei. ddor tbe two eniu- ing bouri, propeiiori attempt to enlighten ui upon mang itrange andobicure iubjecti. immediateIg apter, h our braini oi er tbe pint written aiiignment op tbe dag. Sdwipt pencilpuibing can be beard throughout tbe itudg. dJbe dag ii now balp over and dinner ii ierve lJ4c we racf over and dinner ii ierved. vaving recreation, we reenter study, levant etie, ecou cueilli, ia iuivante lecon... Unite. E. Lalancette 32 L.Paquette ’32 y or mi ag ii now repleniibed ounelvei and tabing a bit op recreahon, we reenler Sludg tb en ciaiiei are reiumed and again tbe propeiiori pill our beadi ai well ai porm our character. UJe now reach tbe moit delight pul event op tbe dag... tbe 3:30 recreation. YJbe itore ii open to evergone i deiirei, tbe ping-pong table in tbe rec-ball a- iti tbe itudent i pleaiure, tbe team practicei, and we have time to ca tell up in our itudiei. ddbad to iag, tbii complete ienie oppreedom vaniibei into the air and we are ioon accomplishing our iecond aiiignment. Ydoon the heaping diibiei op delicioui beam 1 ii leiiure. idut we pind a common dipperence throughout tbii pe- lii aprei iouper. ” bottom ng thiii recreation, bomeworh again! dilate upon the happeningi op the dug. Ydinallg we climb the itairi Iging peacepullg in bed, our egei cloie, and the hit pew iandi op wail are ea riod ant 1 that ii: On ence to chapel where we me diapel wlu and ai pat we are ioon time trii richte lk roug b tbe b ourglaii op our itudent i dag. Eninas BmssjrJ ' 32 FEBRUARY 1952 PAGE THREE Une Ame Au debut de cette annee, le Pere Amarin recommandait a nos prieres le Pere Abel a.a. dont les jours etaient comptes. De fait, le 8 janvier il recevait l’Extreme-Onction, et le 13 du menie mois son ame quittait un pauvre corps epuise de souffrances. Le Pere Abel naquit a Lotbiniere, Quebec, le 18 decembre 1913. Sa vocation s’eveilla de bonne heure, et apres un fervent noviciat, il se rendit en France pour faire sa philosophic et sa theologie. Pen apres son ordination, le 29 juin 1942, il tomba malade pour ne jamais se relever de ce lit qui allait devenir pour lui l’ins- trument de souffrances atroces, endurees sans jamais un murmure. Le sachant abandonne des medecins de chez lui, les Superieurs tenterent une derniere chan¬ ce, et lui firent suivre des traitements au “Massachusetts General Hospital” de Boston. La, les docteurs oserent tout pour le sauver, et voulurent menie se servir de ce pauvre cor ps mine jusqu’a la moelle pour experimenter une medication nouvelle. Mais tous ces remedes n’aboutirent qu’a prolonger ses jours d’agonie, et durant trois ans et plus, le sourire aux le- vres, la splendide victime va montrer, a Boston et dans notre College, le pouvoir d’une ame sur un corps decharne. Dieu, dont les desseins ne sont pas toujours nos desseins, l’arrete brutalement, lui assigne un nouveau champ d’apostolat, auquel il n’a- vait peut-etre jamais pense, et, sur le terrain restreint qu’est un lit de souffrance, 11 lui de mande de precher par l’exemple, lui dont le zele est bouillant, l’initiative debordante, la parole enflammee. .et pourtant de cette croix austere il rayonnera menie jusqu’en des terres lointaines comme l’Afrique. Il sera reste jus- (iii ' aux derniers moments l’apotre du Sacre- Coeur. dont il avait la passion. Assiste de ses devoues infirmiers, les FF. Xavier et Leo-Robert, entoure de sa commu- naute qu’il aimait, a trente-huit ans, le Pere Abel ferine ses yeux, ' qu’il avait si beaux, vrai reflet de son ame, pour remonter paisiblement vers son Maitre divin qui avait trouve en lui taut de generosite souriante. L’ame du sacrifie avait rejoint lame de son Christ, le premier sacrifie. Normand Massicotte ’32 Pour les eleves serieux seulement “Si tenu qu’il soit, un cheveu jette son om¬ bre.” Puisque vous etes un eleve serieux, vous pouvez sans doute interpreter cette petite maxime. Que pensez-vous de l’eleve qui ne peut que continuer a caresser son oreiller apres la sonnerie du lever? Il vous est difficile de repondre puisque, eleve serieux, vous vous le- vez au premier coup de la cloche et vous reus- sissez a vivre avec vigueur votre journee. Encore les mathematiques. . . . Au point de vue scolaire: y a-t-il une difference entre un soixante-cinq et un quatre-vingt-quinze? Vous hesitez; cela vent peut-etre dire que vous avez des doutes serieux... eh! oui, pourquoi tra- vailler comme des forcenes pour decrocher une bonne note? Apres tout, nos resultats scolaires ne seront pas inscrits sur notre front plus tard. Alors, amusons-nous, mes amis, puisqu’il suf- fit de passer, le reste n’est qu’un detail. Ah! ces details, on dit que la vie en est rem- plie. . .Tenez, en voila un qui vous a jete sou- vent dans une crise de fureur contre le latin et les Latins. Ce n’etait qu’un petit “NE” perdu dans le fouillis des grands mots a peine dechif- frables. .et de ce “NE” puissant en valeur, pas¬ se sous silence est nee une triste note qui de- meure. C’est bien curieux qu’un petit mot de deux lettres puisse changer la pensee de l’elo- quent Ciceron ou de l’illustre Cesar. L’eleve serieux, completement depourvu d’originalite, lui, respecte fidelement la pensee des Anciens. L’eleve inferieur, au moins, peut se glorifier d’apporter une interpretation totalement uni¬ que et imprevue. Le dicton a done tort d’affir- mer que “tout a ete dit.” Si votre ambition vise a recolter des millions de dollars, ne travaillez pas pour le moment, n’epuisez pas trop tot votre energie; plus tard vous en aurez besoin. N’oubliez pas que vos etudes maintenant n’ont presque lias d’impor- tance, pas plus que l’ombre d’un cheveu. Mais plus tard. . .oh! plus tard. vos energies amas- sees, eclateront en traits de genie. Richard Bela ir ‘32 PAGE FOUR FEBRUARY 1952 ' ' Times-A - Wasting Are you ihe droopy character who starts preparing Ins books at the beginning of the study perio d, and who, by some grace of heav¬ en. barely manages to have them ready for classes? If so, beware, you’ll always be lag¬ ging behind, up to, and including, your fune¬ ral. Are you the “I-don’t-give-a-heck” type, a student who yawns his way through composi¬ tions, tasks, or any intellectual work? If so, you’d better wake up, live, develop your am¬ bition, and get things done. Don ' t be satisfied in having your life summarized by these two words: “Mission incomplete”. Still, you may possible be the anti-type of these two characters, the regular Johnny-on- the-spot. . .the modern type of minute-man. . up at the first bell and tucked in by the last. . You re always checking and rechecking your tasks so as to obtain perfection. When you do something, you put your heart and soul into it, and don’t quit until your goal is reached. Calling and recalling Assumption students to stop wasting time, beatiim time, killing time ! Alfred Leblanc ' 52 Albert DAmours 53 Good Cheering o There’s no doubt that Assumption has held a high place in regard to team spirit. In past years, whenever the team came on the floor, the uproar was tremendous. Referees, visiting teams, and local sport writers all have been loud in proclaiming our good spirit. However, lately, in the gym a carefully trained ear might detect a few boos, out of harmony with the strict standards of our school spirit. This can do a great deal of harm and its scorching in¬ fluence must be smothered before it spreads further. Perhaps the above word “spirit” requires a word of explanation. Spirit is not merely a temper of mind, it’s a living thing. Though not tangible, it’s an animation which grows and thrives with encouragement, but which quickly dies under the stiflin ' 1 influence of defeatism. Spirit is an animation without which Assumption, as we know it, could not exist. We have not the slightest reason to be a- shamed of our teams in any sport. True, they may not always be the best, but neither are they the worst, and even if they were, we would still have every reason to be proud of this group of boys who are devoting their time, and who are certainly doing their best. As someone here recently put it: “You don’t ! ave to be very smart to stand on the sideline and criticize.’’ Let’s give our encouragement and fullhearted support to our team. And let ' s remember that the object of the game isn’t so much to win as to display those qualities of sportsmanship that are so important to every sport. Let’s drown out all boos with rousing cheers. Paul Tormey 52 Why Kick? “This bread is so hard, I could use it for shingles on my roof!” - This meat isn’t fit for a dog!” - “Hey! Shoot that ‘stuff’ before it runs away !” - “ I don ' t mind getting up in the morn¬ ing, but when the moon’s still out..well!” “Give me Sing Sing any day!” -- “Give me liberty or give me death!’’—“Chapel again; we should be angels by now!” — “What good is Latin going to do me when I get out of here? Everything that is dead should stay buried!”— Now let’s turn the leaf. Truthfully, would you really use the bread for shingles? Aren’t you forgetting something, such as the toasts every morning, the new desserts, the ice cream? And the meat! The plates are certainly cleaned fast for food that ' s only fit for a dog. What about that “stuff”, the jello, that some want to shoot before it runs away? Would you like to go back to the buns we had in our Freshman year? So you don’t mind getting up in the morning except . . . when the moon’s still out. Well, how many of you, when you are home, go to bed when the sun is just rising? Here at Assumption, night is night and day is day, not vice versa! So you want to go to Sing Sing? You may get there yet, but Assumption may be the best way for you to stay out. “What good is Latin going to do me when I get out of here? Is it going to make money for me?” We’re not asking it to! We’re asking it to make better men of ns, not richer men. What makes a real man out of you? Isn’t it vour brains and vour will? Doesn’t Latin make you think and reason out problems? 1 Doesn’t it take a lot of will power to study Latin ? Think it over again. Does everything still look as bad? Why kick then? Georges E. Prevosi 52 FEBRUARY 1952 PAGE FIVE Dick Brodeur, Coach HOOP SCOOPS The reports that are made in this issue are of games that were coached under the mentorship of Brother Donat. We felt that it would be more interesting from a new- coach ' s point of view, if we presented, in the following issue, the remainder of the games played under Dick Brodeur. ASSUMPTION 26 — ST. BERNARD 27 Assumption ' s first contest started and during the first quarter, the Greyhound hoopsters played cool, heads-up basket¬ ball. But from then on the Blue and White began to lose their grip and found them¬ selves unable to penetrate the St. Ber¬ nard ' s zone. Time was closing in and our team began hustling up their shots, only to lose their accuracy. The score was tied, a few seconds were left, and then it happened—A foul! and Assumption lost its first game, a heart-breaker. ASSUMPTION 37 — ST. MARY ' S 30 The game started, and our team again faced the zone. But the affairs were al¬ together different in this second game of the season, for the Blue and White dis¬ played brilliantly the true colors of their uniforms. The boards were incessantly cleaned off by our two most dependable board-men, Archie Archambault and Norman Ham. The boys put in a fair per¬ centage of their set shots thanks to the accuracy of Norman Marois and Joey Bouchard. Due to these and a few others, Assumption won a fine ball game. ASSUMPTION 21 — ST. PETER ' S 42 The crowd was tense as the f irst home game of the season got under way. The Blue and White definitely entertained the thought of winning. But as the game continued on its path, this thought soon faded away. The Assumption basketeers simply couldn ' t sink a shot, and due to careless mishandling of the ball, they offered St. Peter ' s little resistance. Al¬ though the spirit and fight never left the Assumption five, it was beyond them to match the scrappy St. Peter ' s team. ASSUMPTION 37 — CLASSICAL 48 Having just captured a slim quarter period lead with a flurry of points, the Assumption cagers stubbornly fell back under the devastating effect of Classical ' s overwhelming height. The Greyhound quintet fought courageously to catch their tall opposition and regain the lead. But every time the Assumption nets were swished from the outside, some tall Clas¬ sical hoopster managed to drop one in from under the basket. The more one watched the game, the more it seemed to be a Mutt and Jeff affair. ASSUMPTION 47 — LEOMINSTER 38 A fifth successive zone was set up against the Assumption five. But the Greyhound team was not to be defied. During the first three quarters, the lead changed hands frequently, Assumption never holding a large margin for a long period. Then suddenly in the fourth quar¬ ter, the Blue and White quintet tore loose to take hold of a sizeable lead which was sparked all the way by our tricky, rapid sophomore, Joey Bouchard. ASSUMPTION 29 — NORTH 58 As the New Year rolled around, the Assumption cagers marched downtown to play a formidable North High team. After a slight delay, the game got under way and much to the amazement of our Grey¬ hounds, the Assumption five found them¬ selves playing against the first man-to- man system of the season. Despite this seemingly New Year gift, the Blue and White dropped further back as the game progressed. ASSUMPTION 38 — ST. MARY ' S 39 During the first quarter, a fast-moving Assumption team was travelling at a con¬ siderable clip, as they racked a score of 15-5. It seemed evident at this point that Assumption had an easy win all wrapped up. But as time marched on, St. Mary ' s was creeping ever closer and at half-time they were in a challenging position. Nevertheless the Greyhound quintet pushed ahead once again in the third period. But then, misfortune! With but a few seconds left and Assumption holding a one-point lead, the ball was stolen away from the Blue and White. Then a long, looping back-court shot swished the nets for the opposition to bring the curtain down on a disastrous defeat. ASSUMPTION 39 — DAVID PROUTY 38 When the game had but a minute of life remaining and a shaky two-point lead was holding Assumption up, Bro. Donat, a.a., called a time-out that will long be remembered. The players huddled up close and to their astonishment he announced his departure for Washington for a period of two years. In the rich, mellow tones of his voice there was implied a petition saying, this is my last game, boys; win it for me. Under the emotion of these words, the team went back into the game. With 15 seconds left, swish! and the score was tied. Our Greyhound hustlers were now in an overtime. Could they pull this o.io through for the departing coach? Play continued. Seconds remained when Ar- chio Archambault contributed an insur¬ ance point via the foul route which pro¬ vided our team with a win and our coach with a parting smile. Francis Brassard ' ’52 Dick Brodeur was an all-round athlete, starring in basketball, baseball and foot¬ ball. As a junior, he received an honorable mention on the all-city football team, and in his senior year he made the all-city teams in all three sports, received a trophy for being the outstanding back of the year, and was awarded the Assumption Achie¬ vement Trophy. Now Dick is again participating in high school sports. Two years ago he was being taught basketball by Brother Donat, now he is teaching in his place. You say it ' s quite a task! Well, I agree with you. But for proof that this college boy has the qualities required for the position, take the word of his present coach Andy Laska: In Dick Brodeur, Assumption High has gained and Assump¬ tion College has lost a valuable member of its team, but a finer choice could not have been made. Dick not only is well liked and well thought of, but his expe¬ rience as a player in all sports qualifies him for the position. The fight and spirit so typical of Dick Brodeur will be an inspiration to all players. By taking care of the Junior Varsity squads in the past two years Dick has learned something about coaching, though compared to the opposing mentors he is still inexperienced. But the important thing is, he has an ardent love for As¬ sumption and its basketball team as is proven by his sacrificing valuable hours o! study time and extra-curricular acti¬ vities to replace Bro. Donat. An invaluable quality possessed by Dick is familiarity with the fundamentals of basketball, ac¬ quired from Brother Donat and Mr. Laska, whom you may remember as a member of the Holy Cross team which won the NCAA championship in 1947. Having played under Brother Donat Dick knows his system of teaching basket¬ ball and his is an excellent position to carry on without having to introduce any radical changes. So with Dick stressing an aggressive defense and an alert offense everyone feels sure that with whole-hearted support, unselfish sacri¬ fices and fighting spirit, he will lead the Varsity to a successful finish of the season. I am certain that the whole school would like to join Mr. Laska in saying: All the luck to Dick in his new job . PAGE SIX FEBRUARY 1952 As the New Year opens and another issue has been printed, I ' m back at my old post as official news-getter” for you, the students of Assumption High School. Perhaps the greater public doesn ' t know this, but Emile Red” Bouihillier ' 52 is still feeling the effects of the Christmas party. He is quoted as siatinj, I wish Christmas would occur every month . On New Year ' s Day, Technicolor (that ' s Red ' s new nickname) received another thrill — a New Year ' s kiss. He was so proud that he ' s still bragging about this public relations event. Like most students, I ' m still waiting to see the effects of two gifts given to mem¬ bers of the Faculty at Christmas: First, I don ' t think the hair tonic given to Brother Leopold was potent enough as there is no new growth upon his dome. Secondly, Father Amarin has yet to use the donated spotlight in Dorm 4. It has been said that its rays are powerful enough to wake Paul Fortin, ' 52. Warning! Beware! Robert Fortin (more popularly named Commissioner expects his Space Cadet outfit in the mail this week. So if you see anything that doesn ' t look human, it will be he. The royal game of chess is being re¬ vived in the Senior-Junior rec-hall. What did you tell him for? I would have had him checkmated! , is the common argu¬ ment heard amidst this group. The kibit¬ zers, it seems, enjoy siding with the losing man; the poor winning man now has to play three or four opponents at the same time, and usually turns out to be the loser. Kibitzing should be condemned. says Tico” Romero ' 53, popular chess fan. The Junior Class is getting desperate; after waiting several months for their class rings, they began getting worried. However, the rings finally arrived; but, they had inscribed on them the following: Assumption Academy . Was it a simple mistake or is the manufacturer thinking that Assumption is an institution like the one near Boston? Well, how about it, girls? Robert “Colon Levesque ' 54 appears to have a charm over Father Amarin. After the bell rings to get out of bed. Colon just remains dozing and never is told to wake up. And he is honorably listed on the Get-up-early list. It must be that Assumption ' s beds are better than the ones from the Potato Country , Maine. Richard “Unkie Loranger ' 54 and Chi- ko Chabot ' 55 are the newly elected presidents of the “Ta Ta Club , a Sopho¬ more organization. This club has initiated a new fad, which is the wearing of tarns. During the recent Student Government Day elections, this club was strictly Marcouxist. Le 2 decenbre, les eleves de Methode epcules par un groupe de Versificateurs sous 1 ' habile direction du Pere Ulric pre- senterent deux pieces: la premiere, inti- tulee “Les Chandeliers de l ' Eveque , drame inspire des “Miserables de Victor Hugo, et Les Deux Timides , comedie de Labiche. It ' s a ghost! It ' s a snowman! No, it ' s Father Amarin after a snowball fight. Completely covered with snow, he comes back to his office to dry off and to await the following recreation. Anyone wanting to challenge him is immediately con¬ sidered vanquished, for Father Amarin possesses the ability to charge upon his victim without wasting one snowball. Genius Beaulac, the highly popular monitor, has obtained an excellent drag with Hal Kenney ' 52. What do you need it for. Genius? Is it his car? Who wants a nice, thick piece of chocolate cake? Ernestine Beaulac ' s copy of Grandma ' s Cook Book , ad¬ dressed to him (her) here at Assumption by some unknown admirer, contains the best recipes we know of. It ' s rumored that Ernestine may be promoted to the position of Assumption ' s Chief Cook next year. Until next month, when I ' ll be expecting to tell you more about the life of the Great Lover , Emile Red Bouthillier, this is, Hugh Sedit ’32 Paisiblement, sans meme que 1 ' on n ' y prit garde, le premier semestre se meta- morphosait en un second semestre, telle- ment les eleves se sentaient bouillants d ' enthousiasme et d ' ardeur pour les etu¬ des et malgre ce passage inapergu la vie semble peu monotone. Dans les corridors, des eleves a quatre pattes sur le plancher grattent rageuse- ment de la gomme! Allons, la Syntaxe, quand done arriverez-vous en etude a l ' heure? Des honneurs multiples conferes aux peres, aux professeurs et aux surveillants, meme sous forme de nomination a L ' Or- dre Honorable des Cadets de l ' espace . Le proverbe si connu C ' est en forgeant qu ' on devient forgeron pris en flagrant delit de faussete? La Schola de l ' Ecole Superieure jouit de repetitions tres nom- breuses et pourtant . ! N ' a-t-on pas aussi entendu: que le bruit emis par le saxophone d ' un eleve derange certains religieux? D ' ou premier avertisse- ment a ce musicien bruyant; gare a lui! Ces harmonies tapageuses viennent cepen- dant d ' un eleve qui cherche par la musique a exprimer son sentiment du beau. Ose- rait-on arreter l ' oeuvre de notre formation? D ' autres bruits: tel celui d ' avions lillipu- tiens; on affirme que le prix de ces appa- reils payerait un banc de chapelle. Proprietaires de ces aeronefs, prenez garde a M. Gaucher! Le cri de rage de Pierre Provost qui regut un coup de telephone d ' un certain M. McMannus, disant de chez Loring; qu ' as-tu fait, Pierre, pour qu ' on recherche tant ta photo? N ' a-t-on pas assiste a un combat epi- que! Vraie tour de Babel, ou s ' entrecho- quaient toutes les langues et toutes les opinions! Les Versificateurs, bien que rejouis de pouvoir entrer a demi prix a la derniere partie du tournoi de basket¬ ball, se sentent plutot refroidis dans leur ambition pour le second tournoi. Un peu de bon esprit, et felicitons sans aigreur ceux de la Syntaxe qui iront jouir a Boston de leur triomphe. Un autre combat acharne! Celui du delegue de l ' Ecole Superieure a l ' Assem- blee Generale de l ' Etat du Massachusetts. Affiches nombreuses, et agressives, dis¬ cours vehements, argumentations violen- tes, chants de guerre, discussions provo- catrices firent de cette journee un paradis pour les amants de la politique. Nos felicitations au gagnant! Voila les moeurs et les excentricites de nos eleves: la vie sans ces petits grains de sel serait etrangement fade. Souve- nons-nous que: “Non scholae sed vitae discimus. De 1 ' ardeur au travail, mes¬ sieurs; la fin est proche. Succes a tous, Jean LenaiJ FEBRUARY 1952 PAGE SEVEN “Destry” Rides Again Brother Robert, better known as Two Gun Destry ' ' or Bobby , is back with us replacing Brother Donat who is finishing his ecclesiastical studies in Washington. Bobby has set up his famous radar set which once more is active after six months of moth ball duty. Have you noticed those new glasses? They are one of the many scientific devices which he has completed. These famed spectacles, which he hopes to have patented soon, have a lie detector current passing through them which makes his stare impossible to deny. Have you trapped many criminals yet with your new-fangled contraption. Brother? The peaceful life which he left is some¬ thing to talk about. Bobby is a jack of all trades and even better, he is a master of quite a few. I think his specialty is hair-cutting, for he is the religious ' coif¬ feur”. His carpentry rates pretty high for they say that he is an artist with a hammer and a saw. You may have seen him plowing snow a few weeks ago with a cigar in his mouth. Whether he likes these chores better than watching over study hall, you can answer yourself. That job isn ' t as easy as it looks, but we must admit he is too well prepared for it. He might seem a little rusty or a little out of practice to the veterans but don ' t test your luck because that radar receiver will start flashing. In his spare time, the little that he has. Bro ther is an ardent music lover and an opera fiend. How is Figaro” doing, Bob¬ by ? his old job as choir master, which he holds once more, seems to suit him well. If you see him reading rather rapidly, that is because he has to finish some literature before a class of his evening course. No matter how many digs we throw at you, we are still glad to have you back. Good luck in that French graduate course, Brother. Marc Tetreault 52 Le Goncours de Frangais Le premier semestre vient de finir et en meme temps s ' achevait le concours du parler frangais, etabli pour nous encou- rager a parler le frangais qui est notre seconde langue. Les eleves de syntaxe arriverent en premiere place suivis de pres par la versification. Le dernier rang re- vient a la classe de Methode qui a etabli un record pour le plus grand nombre de semaines sans le moindre point gagne. En fait da recompense, la syntaxe est allee a Boston, depenses payees. Ils ont vu jouer les Celtics dimanche, le 3 fevrier. La versification ainsi que les deux pre¬ miers d ' elements, peuvent acheter a demi- tarif des billets pour une partie du lournoi. Ce memo systeme de points pour ceux qui parlent frangais restera en vigueur le deuxieme semestre. La recompense per- mettra d ' aller voir soit les Red Sox, soit les Braves. La classe en deuxieme posi¬ tion les accompagnera pourvu que les eleves achetent leurs propres billets. Durant le premier semestre, trois classes EDITOR ' S NOTE: Hector Gomez ' 54, our only Mexican student, has proven remark¬ ably well how will power and arduous work lead to success. The following article, written after only four months ' study of the English language, is entirely his own and uncorrected. J. P. M.—Ed.-in-C. I have been four months in this city of Worcester, Mass., where I am studying to be an Assumptionist priest, and these are my impressions of this school and the city: Since I arrived here, I have been very happy. The Fathers, Brothers, students, and people of the city are most kind. Everybody is good to me. I like their character. The school buildings are nice. The atmosphere is good, with its feasts, games and schedule; and though the food is different from that of Mexico, I like it. In other words, I didn ' t expect I ' d be as happy as I am. The city is beautiful; it holds new things for me. Life is gay and joyful; and I find the snow pretty, because I had never seen snow in Mexico. It came as a surprise. I even find the cold agreeable sometimes, because it is colder here than in Mexico. My wish now is to follow classes with everybody; but for me it is a little difficult, because I am not able to understand some of the English words. I hope to understand all of them next year, and, in that way, be able to follow my priestly vocation, and become, God willing, the first Mexican Assumptionist priest. If I am able to write this composition, it is because the Fathers as well as the students, have helped me to learn English. Hector Gomez Heressa 54 IN MEMORIAM Nous recommandons a vos ierventes prieres Monsieur Eugene Bouchard, de Madawaska, Maine, pere de “Joey Bouchard, actuellement eleve de Syn¬ taxe. La grande distance empecha l ' assistance d ' une delegation de 1 ' Ecole Superieure aux funerailles. ont bien travaille; esperons done que pen¬ dant ce deuxieme semestre il y aura une lutte serree entre les quatres classes. Allons, la Methode, qu ' attendez-vous? Vous vous etes bien reposes durant le premier semestre; deliez maintenant vos langues frangaises et parlez. Claude B rune lie 53 BROTHER DONAT—cont. his iron hand when duty demanded it. Few were the recreations that were not enlivened with his hot participation in some argument (Strictly Yankees). He has left his monitorship to Brother Robert, the supervision of the Inter-mural leagues to Father Leo, and his arguing to Norman Ham ' 52. Probably his most uninteresting duty was that of Athletic Director. It certainly wasn ' t pleasant to be on every debtor ' s” heels for a mere fifteen cents, but he did that with seemingly great pleasure. Al¬ ways doing things orderly and thought¬ fully, it is no surprise that he had great success. His work, however, was placed in able hands as Father John Gaudet was appointed to follow in his footsteps. Brother Donat was also known through his movies, with which he entertained us during those otherwise dull week-ends. It is a pity that he could not enjoy the benefits of the operator ' s booth recently installed with his help. But Brother Ro¬ sario, who has been appointed to that post, will certainly continue the manage¬ ment to everyone ' s satisfaction. But if Brother Donat will be remem¬ bered, it will be mostly through his activities as High School coach. The best of friends to his players , he never failed to give them his best. He coached base¬ ball and basketball for four years, and during that period, twice had quintets participating in post-season tourneys. Two years ago, his team took part in the Western Mass. Interscholastic tourney, and last year participated in the Catholic High School Tournament at Lawrence. He has left behind him many precious souvenirs of past sports achievements at Assump¬ tion; thos e who have been fortunate enough to play under his fine guidance have many reasons to be grateful for his devotion and confidence in us: we, the authors, speak for ourselves as well as for our team-mates. Thanks for everything. Brother. We all unite to say: God bless you, and the best of luck in your studies. Hurry back soon to say your First Mass at Assumption. Henri Archambault 52 Emile Boutbillier 52 STUDENT GOVERNMENT—coni. chief of the Memini-Heritage. In his brief address to the student body, he congratu¬ lated his class for having always given him their whole-hearted support. He re¬ quested the class to bear in mind the fact that he had always served them, “sincere¬ ly, loyally, and straight-forwardly . On March 14, the students elected from all over the State will assemble at the State House in Boston. A student governor and other constitutional officers will be chosen by a glass-bowl drawing conducted by the Governor and other department heads. Members of the House of Repre¬ sentatives, State Senators, and several legislative committees will be chosen. Donald Lussier 53 Normand Lemaire 53 PAGE EIGHT FEBRUARY 1952 Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., April, 1952 NO. 3 VOL. II Des lautiers aux Versificateurs Le dimanche, 23 mars, nos versificateurs ont presente une Seance de Mi-Careme qui consistait en deux comedies frangai- ses: L ' Anglais Tel Qu ' on le Parle par Tristan Bernard, et L ' Affaire de la Rue de l ' Ourcine par Eugene Labiche. Ces pieces durent leur succes bien merite a la diligente direction du Pere Etienne, ainsi qua la cooperation des versificateurs. L ' Anglais Tel Qu ' on le Parle nous de- montra d ' une maniere amusante la grande difficulty d ' un interprete qui ne parle que le Frangais. Ce role principal fut joue avec beaucoup d ' enthousiasme par M. Jean-Jacques LeBlanc. Les autres acteurs qui meritent aussi nos meilleures felicita¬ tions sont: Georges Prevost, Richard For¬ tin, Paul Tormey, Georges Blondin, Geor¬ ges Gouin, Leo Paquette, et Marc Te- treault. “L ' Affaire de la Rue de l ' Ourcine nous On February 25, Father Marcellin Parent paid his annual visit to the students ' re¬ fectory to announce the results of the elections for the National Honor Society. We were pleased to learn that all four members from the Class of 1952 were maintained on the roll: William Amiott of Southbridge, Mass.; Henry Archambault of North Grosvenordale, Conn.; J. Paul Marcoux of New Bedford, Mass.; Ernest Sylvestre of Providence, R. I. Selected as new members were Francis Brassard, a Senior from Pawtucket, R. I., and four Juniors; William Brunelle, South- montra, avec l ' esprit typiquement frangais, les remords de conscience de deux Laba- dens, dont les roles furent l ' oeuvre bien accomplie de M. William Amiott et M. Eu¬ gene Lalancette. Aides de leurs confreres de classe, Henri Valcourt, Richard Belair, et Ernest Sylvestre, ceux-ci reussirent a faire de notre veillee une source de gaiete et d ' amusement. Le Pere Etienne manifesto ainsi son ha- bilete pour l ' oeuvre qu ' il “aime mais ne voulait pas accepter . II le fit pour aider les versificateurs qui lui furent bien recon- naissants, voyant en lui la cause primaire de leur grand succes. Felicitations a tous pour une oeuvre bien faite. Paul Arcbcim ban It 34 Bertrand Lemieux 34 bridge, Mass.; Emmanuel Dutremble, Bid- deford, Maine; Donat Lamothe, Keene, N. H.; Donald Lussier, Fisherville, Mass. The selection of members is made ac¬ cording to a point system. The candidate is allowed a maximum five points for each of the four different qualifications: Scho¬ larship, Leadership, Character Service. Each student must have at least one point in each qualification. To become a mem¬ ber a student must have a minimum of twelve points out of a possible twenty, while members must maintain ten points to continue in the society. Final judgement on the candidates is passed at a meeting of the President of the school, the Head¬ master, the Prefect of Discipline and all the professors of the Senior and Junior classes. At the first meeting of the second semes¬ ter, Francis Brassard ' 52 was chosen president, Donald Lussier ' 53, vice-presi¬ dent, and Emmanuel Dutremble ' 53, secre¬ tary-treasurer. To be selected as members is a great distinction and we should all congratulate the fortunate and deserving students. Claude Brunelle 33 Une Scene de “L’anglais Tel Qu’on Le Parle” Une Scene de “L’affaire De La Rue De Lourcine” PERE ODILON A L’HOPITAL Vendredi, le 14 mars, 1952, le Pere Odi¬ lon Dubois dut quitter ses classes de Latin. Depuis quelques semaines nous le voyions venir en classe en pantoufles atteignant difficilement le bureau du maitre. Cepen- dant il etait la ne voulant point ceder. Professeur, il allait jouer son role jusqu ' au bout. Une maladie serieuse vint lui arra- cher brutalement son professorat si cher. Et oui! si cher dis-je car qui ignore quelle ardeur il mit dans son enseignement? Quel zele envers ses eleves! Dieu seul salt les nombreuses heures qui se sont ecoulees pendant que des devoirs se corrigeaient a la pointe de sa juste plume. Que de lon¬ gues heures lui demanderent ses classes si bien preparees. Ces feuilles de gram- maire latine, et les explications sur Cice- ron et Virgile, il leur a fallu un auteur. — suite a la page 8 — 1952 flections Marcel Massicotte ’52 Ce titre eveille peut-etre votre curiosite? Voulez-vous quelques faits significatifs a pro- pos de l ' Alma Mater et de son elite franco- americaine. Au numero 27, rue Fales, c ' est la que fut congu par quelques Augustins de l ' As- somption l ' etablissement d ' un college ou Petit Seminaire. Cette oeuvre grandissait si vite qu ' en l ' espace de six ans (1904-1910) nos 70 eleves pousserent a la construction d ' une maison en brique et granit blanc devenue l ' aile droite de l ' Ecole Su- perieure. LES DEBUTS Les travaux a peine achevee le P. Omer Rochain, qui succedait au P. Tranquille Pesse, se mit en devoir d ' ele- ver la partie centrale de l ' Ecole Superieure capable d ' accommoder 135 eleves. Mais ce n ' est pas tout, car les mobilisations et les desordres que causa la premiere guerre mondiale ne firent que monter a 200 le nombre d ' eleves. On completa le cycle des etudes litteraires, on acheta 40 acres de terrain et notre college se vit incor- porer par vote unanime de la Legislature de Boston! Est-ce tout? Mais non! Chaque superiorat connaitra une periode de gloire. Les $67,000 regus de la Federa¬ tion des Societes Catholiques Franco-Americaines furent bien placees par l ' habi ' lite du Pere Marie-Louis Dey- dier. Celui-ci fit construire la 3e aile et dut faire renouveler l ' aile centrale qui passa au feu en 1928. Sous la douce et souriante direction du Pere Clodoald Serieux, le college celebra ses noces d ' argent. L ' aile imposante, que nous donna notre beau gymnase fut construite pendant cette periode. C ' est de ce temps que datent egale- ment nos douze cours de tennis. Apres cet age vinrent des jours penibles. La grande crise economique affectait la classe ouvriere, done elle ne pouvait plus envoyer ses enfants au college. Malgre cette crise, le terrain s ' embellissait d ' un pare autour de la statue de Jeanne d ' Arc, d ' une belle grotte de Lourdes et de 1 ' avenue princiere qui porte le nom d ' une bien- faitrice insigne du college, Mme Homer Gage, et tout ceci sous l ' administration du Pere Crescent Armanet. Le Pere Rodolphe Martel succeda au Pere Armanet en 1935 et se devoua a l ' agrandissement des facultes d ' etudes, a embellir le campus et les terrains de jeux; deux chapelles, un dortoir, une bibliotheque contenant pres de 40,000 volumes, une piscine, un immense champ de baseball, un terrain spacieux pour laboratoires et toutes sortes de necessites modernes. Et aujourd ' hui Ton connait bien les grands pas ' ' presents par le Pere Henri Moquin vers un college de l ' Assomption place au premier rang parmi les colleges des Etats-Unis. Quelle sera notre contribution a nous, futurs anciens? Car nous devons contribuer a une oeuvre deja si riche. PAGE TWO APRIL 1952 we w re5hmen to Sen iors Proyress marches on as (( al Sssump ion as in the rest of11 e world;perhaps since Slssump!ion is our on¬ ly world jor le n mon Is oj the year, the chanyes are more deeply pell hy the students op this institution op (earniny. large and certainly very timid yroup op Ureshmen entered this house in September, 1948; pour years later thi. She chanyes can le seen in size: cJdeo Yljiller may Someday become the counterpart op the Senior tall man Yjormand rye ana certainly t ery yroup, now much smaller, prepares to pass throuyh the Same portals, baviny pinished its hiyh school education. She proyress has indeed been yreat. Some op these pormer Sneshmen can hardly be recoynized: would one ac¬ tually see in (ffiyi SIondin a boisterous Donald Souvier op the past or in Raymond (Pass the sleepy Slroy Par her oP yesteryear? can be Seen in size: = eo nfiller may Someaay become ine coun Sdam; the ability to play and to truly excel at play can be noticed in Ped Pouthi llier, an encourayiny not therepore to Cperard Hi or in ’36. On others the chanyes were merely the perpection op their pormer selves: it is not hard to discern in Paymond dSuroch the J. P. Hjarcoux of 1956 or to recall 2) id dlefair as the Adoiiard d-arii iere o Iona ago We ve learned to li and lauaht live amony our yellow-men wi lesson: m thout piyhtiny continually; cooperation ty ay in our wor l has helped er uS lym us a useful lesson: made to live in society, we must do so peacefully. is not mere l ly the title of a boo l; it hi as become in these four years a yoal which we hope tere She wdrl of Shinhiny to hi ave attained. Cdur yreatest harvest was the spiritual advantayes reaped throuyh four years of contact wi th the reliyious atmosph of th is house; this is the most important, for yood thouyh may be hnowledye, it profits not a man to yain the entire world, if he loses his Soul. She deep and constant study of our reliyion shall have its reward tomorrow and in eternity. She Sresmen of ’48 were yreatly influenced by this formation. Sis they finish their course, the Seniors of ’52 be- yueathi to the juniors, Sophomores and Sre shine n an ideal, Sdabor improbus omnia vincit. William A miott ’52 Normand Massicoite ’52 19 52 APRIL 1952 PAGE THREE MEMINIHERITAGE “ To Whom It May Concern A New Standard Cover MEMINI: I remember — Four years undoubtedly seems long to a student. After our graduation, when we shall remi¬ nisce, what pleasant memories will come to us? We cannot help remember four years among friends that have been close to us, and a faculty to which we shall ever be grateful. To better bring back these thoughts, we have a yearbook. Browsing through this book of memories, we expect to find familiar faces, events that meant a great deal to us as high school students, and mementos of a school which inculcated upon us a deep Christian way of thinking. The name of our yearbook, MEMINI, is a unique one. It is taken from a language of the past, and similarly brings back memories of the past. Last year, the student body introduced the HERITAGE. They were pioneers in a new form of combined yearbook and schoolpaper. This innovation was acclaimed by publishing companies and Catholic school conferences in some sections of the nation. Your staff, this year, is pioneering a new movement, the introduction of a standard cover. It undoubtedly will add much distinction to the new yearbook-schoolpaper combination. What is this new cover, and what does it mean? The design consists of an outline of the school buildings and an immense shadow out of which emerges the word MEMINI. The outline of the school reminds us of the buildings in which we were introduced to secondary education. The large shadow repre¬ sents past memories which were so cherished. The name MEMINI, progressing from the shadows of the past, brings our memories to the present and as it soars higher, it forecasts the future of our lives and the further successes of our Alma Mater. Cooperation has always been a great characteristic among us. Students of Assumption, combine your efforts with ours to enhance this new step forward, for soon, you also will be privileged to say, MEMINI, I remember . J. Paul Marcoux ' ' 52 Editor-inChief Cheating! A shameful expression ? Indeed . .and one that should definitely not be heard of in a Catholic school. Sad to say, it is. .and right here in our midst! How often have we heard this said: “That prof is blind, I had my book open right under his eyes.” Almost invariably the “Cheater” will boast to others about his “cleverness”, and just as often his listeners will laugh. But are they laughing entirely with him or somewhat at him?..unless of course they are cheaters too. If he listened to their laugh he may detect a note of irony meaning: “Who’s cheating whom ?” When we read in the papers of grafts, bri¬ bes and general corruption in even the highest positions of trust, many of us are disgusted at the very idea of having such irresponsible people run our civil affairs. Yet, a similar crookedness occurs right here, .on a smaller scale perhaps, but the principle is the same. Ask yourself: “Why do I cheat?” A cheater usually evades such questions. Why? Perhaps it is in fear of realizing that some¬ thing is lacking on his part: will power?., frankness ?.. good judgement ?.. Perhaps it is also in fear of getting down to work again in¬ stead of relying only on his neighbor’s talent? Whatever it is: “‘It’s cowardly.” It seems that “cheating” is the only way for some to show their “hidden talent”. They have to find some way to make an impression on their teachers or parents, and “working” is certainly too exhaustingly difficult. Do they care if their future will be as crooked as their minds? Certainly not, for to be as “smart” as they are to cheat their way through Assumption, there certainly must be some way to cheat their way through life. A cheater may say: “But cheating makes me appear so daring.” Who wouldn’t call dar¬ ing, who endangers in such a way his repu¬ tation? Furthermore, I’m not so sure as to how daring his act may be, but it’s certainly a “strong” way of showing a crooked mind. So together with the honest students who are the victims of your crookedness, we say: “Beware, cheaters, your ‘luck’ is bound to end..and Soon..!” Henry Arc ham haull 52 Paul Tormey ’32 PAGE FOUR APRIL 1952 College? College Catboliq ue? Sacrifie- Toi Void la mi-Careme et l’oubli a peut-etre deja son voile epais sur la plupart de nos reso¬ lutions. Etes-vous de ceux qui, renongant a la lutte, an moment ou il faut redoubler d’effort, n ' ont plus qu’un vague souvenir de leurs pro¬ messes. Reflechissez-et dans la sincerite, que vous vous devez, sortez de cette apathie ou de ce conformisme puritain. C’est beau d’etre Catholique! Vous en etes convaincus! Mais, a regarder attentive- ment autour de vous, ne vous est-il pas venu a la pensee que les vrais catholiques d’action sont en trop petit nombre. Le nom ne suffit pas; ce n’est pas un habit dont on se vet pour parader; ce n’est pas un titre qui nous permet tous les droits, sans nous imposer un devoir. N’oublions pas que, si parfois nous ne sommes pas sinceres avec les autres, nous nous devons de l’etre avec Dieu et avec nous-memes. Une resolution de careme ne se prend pas a la le rere; ouand on s’engage on ne pense pas a ce que diront les autres, on ne cherche pas a plastronner pour attirer l’admiration de ceux qui nous entourent. S’engager c’est passer un contrat sincere entre Dieu et nous. . ’Allons, pas de temps a perdre, avec Dieu on pent tou- iours se reprendre, reparer le temps perdu, et par notre bonne volonte Lui offrir non plus une resolution quelconque, mais des actes po- sitifs gonfles d’efforts serieux, expression clai- re de notre desir de nous sanctifier par le sa¬ crifice. Donald J. Lussier ’33 On est en droit de s’etonner parfois de voir des jeunes gens quitter une institution catholique, sans raison serieuse, pour conti¬ nuer leur education dans un college a tendan¬ ces neutres. Sont-ils done deja trop satures de principes chretiens? Ont-ils done d’autres ideals qui leur permettent de se priver d’une education absolument necessaire pour leur vie, sans compter la vie eternelle qu’il ne faut pas manquer? C’est a se demander s’ils ont pris conscience de la g ' ravite du probleme. De la religion, en accumulent-ils tellement dans leurs lectures de journaux ou de revues? Ces heures passees a la radio ou a la television, leur apportent-elles ce minimum de spirituali¬ ty qui doit diriger leur vie? Comparez le pen que donnent ces deux arts avec ces heures fol- les ou trop souvent equivoques qui laissent pe- netrer dans leur sens trop d’erreurs ou de de¬ viations. Mais, que vont-ils chercher ces jeunes gens dans ces colleges neutres? Ouand on sait trop bien que les programmes ne visent qu ' a la science pure, n’ont d’autre but que de former “une tete bien pleine, mais non une tete bien faite” comme dit le sage Montaigne, ou est la part de l’ame? Quand on vous enseigne que l’homme n’est qu’un animal superieur dont la destinee est de finir aussi miserablement que les autres animaux; quand on exalte les theo¬ ries les plus fausses sur l’homme, la societe, l’education; quand on pousse avec le plus grand serieux cette stupidite “que les comman- dements de Dieu c’est vieux jeu et que le pau- vre Moise en les inventant n’a voulu que se di- vertir et amuser son peuple”—ce n’est qu’un exemplaire de certaines aneries entendues dans certaines grandes universites. Quel eton- nement pour un catholique de vivre et de pen- ser dans un milieu pareil et parfois quel ebran- lement serieux! Pour un catholique, vie et religion font tellement corps que ces deux notions devien- nent synonymes; et sans raison serieuse, nul etudiant ne pent choisir un college neutre; e ' est une question trop essentielle pour lui: il est ca¬ tholique, il doit le rester et ce n’est que dans une atmosphere catholique qu’il pent garder et sauvegarder sa religion. Normand Lemaire ’53 APRIL 1952 PAGE FIVE HOOP SCOOPS ASSUMPTION 46 — ST. BERNARD S 36 Dick Brodeur, in the driver ' s seat for his first official Varsity game, steered our Assumption cagers on to victory. Although scoring was low in the first half, it was not due to a lack of teamwork. Quite to the contrary, the Greyhound hoopsters never played better, as they broke up remarkably the St. Bernard ' s zone. The credit goes to a high spirited team that sought to initiate the coach in the finest manner possible. ASSUMPTION 33 — ST. STEPHEN ' S 42 A contrast in basketball will never more be better demonstrated than in this St. Stephen ' s game. Pitiful ' ' describes the first two periods. Dejected Assumption spirits hope never to see a repetition of such a half as that. — The third quarter saw the Blue and White five combine teamwork with accuracy. Assumption had truly produced a brand new team, even though its struggling efforts toward a come-back were not intense enough to overcome the Stevedores. ASSUMPTION 32 — SOUTH 33 Right from the start, the Greyhound quintet, hopeful of victory, moved to the forefront over the formidable South High team, finalists in the Western Mass. Tour¬ nament. A marvelous display of teamwork produced the points that gave Assumption a dominant lead. Could they hold the lead against such a tall, powerful opposition? As the minutes slipped by, South became more effective and in the final seconds of play, the score was tied. The overtime that ensued brought disaster to Assump¬ tion who, despite this near upset, must be credited with a moral victory. ASSUMPTION 52 — MARY WELLS 51 At the sound of the first whistle, Mary Wells immediately took a lead that con¬ tinually increased. Could Assumption catch up was the question. The Blue and White took up the challenge with a fight¬ ing spirit. The outcome remained doubtful, as the game changed into a tit-for-tat affair. Nevertheless with determination, the Greyhound five drew closer to the Wells team. Then suddenly, as time was running out, Assumption broke loose with a lead that spelled victory. ASSUMPTION 38 — ST. JOHN ' S 54 ASSUMPTION 39 — ST. JOHN ' S 43 Assumption ' s first clash with the Pioneer club down at the Temple Street gym saw a Blue and White team completely out- mastered. The only consolation of the game came in the final minute of the game when Assumption rallied with twelve points. In the next encounter, at cur own gym, St. John ' s immediately began pulling ahead. Was it going to be another romp? Far from that, for our high spirited team began the tedious uphill grind. As the fleeting minutes passed by, the Greyhound basketeers were closing in. But then, just as we were on their tails, no time re¬ mained and Assumption just missed the upset of the year. ASSUMPTION 51 — HOLY NAME 33 Intensive first string action amassed so considerable a lead between teams, that the reserves soon saw action. But due to 19-18 halftime score, the regulars again took to the floor in the third period. Through the brilliancy of teamwork and remarkable shooting on the part of Nor¬ man Ham, Assumption produced a lead that was never contested. ASSUMPTION 49 — ST. STEPHEN S 51 From beginning to end, both teams, scoring in bursts, took the lead sporadi¬ cally in this crowd pleasing game that never saw a large margin between quin¬ tets. Thirty seconds remained with the Blue and White a basket behind, when Connie Ferland put in the tying point. An overtime was almost certain; yet the im¬ probable happened, for with two seconds left, a St. Stephen ' s eager swished the nets on a mid-court rebound and Assump¬ tion was thrown to defeat. ASSUMPTION 42 — TRADE 47 At the mid-way mark of the game, it became evident to all, that the Greyhound offensive was not clicking as the score read 26-17. More visible to the spectators was Trade ' s most effective of man-to-man and zone defense that the Blue and White found difficult to penetrate during the first three periods. Only in the final quar¬ ter did Assumption develop the teamwork that rolled up the points. But then it was too late, for time ran out and our Grey¬ hound hustlers were behind by five. ASSUMPTION 35 — ST. PETER ' S 47 Only during the first few minutes o: play did the Assumption five hold it down with the St. Peter ' s team. As Joey Bou¬ chard left the game with an injured ankle, the Purple burst ahead with a command¬ ing half-time lead. A victory aspiring Blue and White team, determined to win, en¬ tered the third quarter with a rejuvenated spirit. During this period, the Greyhound quintet played marvelous basketball, but as the end, both of the game and of the season, approached, Saint Peter ' s was still far ahead. Junior A Intramural Champs A handsome trophy was the object of A. H. S. ' s students tossing and tussling, cheering and jeering in the gymnasium, this basketball season. A “tournament of tournaments was marvelled at by the hopeful crowd which jammed the balcony seeking to encourage their preferred team. Each game saw tense excitement in the sportful hearts of both young and aged onlookers. The proud team to be congratulated is Junior A. These boys displayed a splendid exhibition of teamwork and true sports¬ manship, throughout the tournament. A brutal defeat over Senior A entitled them to compete in the finals; then, Connie Ferland and Don Lussier led the team on to a sparkling victory over Senior B. The trophy was awarded to the champs by Father John. Red Bouthillier, together with the spi¬ rited squad of Senior A, settled the dispute as to the winners of the consolation prize by a show of superiority over Junior B. A brillant performance made by Fresh¬ man C must not be overlooked. These ar¬ dent lower classmen forced Sophomore B, a highly rated team, to show their colors . Unfortunately, they later bowed reluctantly to the more favored Senior B, runner-ups of the tournament. Our thanks go to Father John Gaudet, Brother Robert, Browski , the future Sul¬ livan refs , and anyone who might have had anything to do with making ' 52 ' s in¬ tramural tournament such a triumphant success. May the coming years ' tourna¬ ments be equal to this year ' s in excite¬ ment, and come-backs. Paul Cbabot 55 Robert Dumouchel 55 Assumption Tournament We have once again witnessed a thrill¬ ing Assumption College Invitation Tourna¬ ment. Among this year ' s participants were our own little Greyhounds, not very highly rated but fighting all the way. On meeting St. Stephen ' s, the Blue and — continued on page 8 — PAGE SIX APRIL 1952 As flowing milk and honey are hard to gather in a pail, so with all the gossip flowing through the campus nooks and corners, how can I gather the torrential flow into this little column? Being the first student in the newly formed ' Assumption High School Nursery ' , Robert Savoie ' 53 appropriately received his baby bottle which glistened with warm milk. May I also ask the day-student who supplied the necessary infant needs to buy him a set of diapers. Henry Valmore ' ' Valcourt ' 52, the boy with the largest exaggerative power in the institution, received an appropriate Valentine on February 14. On the card were stated these words: To a person with a lot of CRUST and full of BALONY . However, I ' m sure that Valmore” is not the worst of this group at A. H. S. The Sophomore has in its possession a trio of experienced divers. After they threw themselves into the pool, Buzzy” Lefrangois ' 54, Dick Loranger ' 54, and Eugene Dursin ' 54, after wading through and getting up had the appearance of living snowmen. A few weeks ago, a Faculty member could have been seen violating the No Smoking sign of the gym during one of our basketball games. It was none other than Father Marcellin puffing on a foot- long cigar given to him by Gigi” Blon- din ' 52. To the amazement of all, Pius Provost ' 52 was seen striding along with his new extra-long (about a foot and a half) pipe. When asked why the pipe was so long, he replied, My father told me to stay away from tobacco . Passing by the distinguished circle of shavers, I was astounded to see Don Lussier ' 53 holding a buzzing, mechanical device in his hand. Tell us Don — is this a skin massager or truly an electric shaver to build up morale? Chicken Lariviere, the penance addict of the class of ' 55, may always be seen groaning over his latest condemnation. However, when he is asked why he re¬ ceived this one, his face immediately brightens up and he says, I bet you I ' ve received more penances than anybody else in the school. This is about the eightieth one this year. Doc LeBlanc ' 52 and Tiffy Prevost ' 52, who both had potential Van Dyke beards which caused the envy of many a Freshman, drastically shaved them off, thereby relinquishing all their connections with the House of David. The Freshmen lately have been swamp¬ ed by exams — at least it appears so, from the crowd they form in the infirmary. A warning to Satch Tremblay ' 53! Has everyone heard the startling stories ol the great adventurer called Randlett? You better get busy, Satch , and use the shovel, Santa ' s present, to advantage if you don ' t want him to walk away with the Tall Tale cup. As the snow melts and the grass begins to grow, Assumption High students will be abandoning the game of ping-pong for the more popular game of baseball. Dig out your equipment and prepare it for constant use, fellows! As I went walking through study the other day, I noticed a gleaming object hanging from a certain desk. Approaching, I saw that it was a padlock. Yes, and it belongs to Telly Labelle ' 53. Are you afraid that the boys from Greendale will use too much of your Scotch Tape , ink eradicator, and glue? Eventually the papers had to recognize the basketball ability of Red Bouthillier ' 52. The Catholic Free Press even had a drawing of him whom we all like to see blush. And when he saw it — wow — did he turn red! I ' ll be returning after Easter but don ' t get Spring Fever or I may find a remedy for it. Hugh Sedit ’32 The Chess Tournament Checkmate, another game comes to a brilliant end. Many such games inspired Fernand Roy and Renaldo Romero, both Juniors, to originate the Chess Tournament. Chess games were so frequently held and with such enthusiasm, that it was decided by these boys to see who would be the best player. The idea was introduced to Brother Leopold who encouraged it and drew up the schedule. Many boys res¬ ponded to the challenge and soon the tournament was launched. This even tempted an Algebra and Geometry profes¬ sor, Father Ildefons, to test his skill at the game. He was, however, defeated after a valiantly fought battle against Paul Fortin. He accepted this cheerfully however and the two are still in good terms. The fresh¬ men class responded the least to the tour¬ nament, sending only two members which were quickly eliminated by the more ex¬ perienced upper classmen. Chess is a game, as you probably know, which requires a certain amount of skill, a never-ending concentration on each piece, and which is very interesting. Its — continued on page 8 — Le Careme va se terminer, du moins pour ceux, qui l ' ayant commence, n ' ont jamais manque a leurs promesses: com- bien d ' autres, doues de l ' esprit de concen¬ tration, se sont imposes en quelques jours toutes les rigueurs de la penitence. Je ne vise personne mais, avez-vous admire l ' he- roisme des Belair, Leblanc, Lemaire et compagnie. Pendant ces quarante jours, les eleves semblaient suivre plus attentivement les prieres du soir: etait-ce par esprit de pe¬ nitence ou simplement pour eviter une penitence? Et resultat de toutes ces privations fut une epidemie: on se permit de prendre de tres longs week-end. Ou etiez-vous, Car¬ dinal, Archambault, Gosselin, Cournoyer, Tremblay? D ' autres preferent se faire dorloter a l ' Assomption, surtout parmi les jeunes. Laferriere et Ronald Gosselin passerent de delicieuses semaines a l ' infirmerie; il fal- lut pourtant au grand bebe Ham des soins plus tendres et plus parfumes. On celebra plusieurs fetes durant ce saint temps, parmi lesquelles il faut signa¬ ler: a) la Fete de Saint Patrice: tous les eleves de Methode et de Versification, loyaux Irlandais, porterent leur couleur nationale (ce n ' etait pas le rouge!) b) la Fete anniversaire de M. Gaucher qui fut precedee d ' un triduum d ' etudes li- bres. Le Pere Gilbert n ' a rien perdu de sa tendresse maternelle; cette fois-ci, le pri- vilegie n ' est autre que Bebe Savoie , a qui l ' on presenta un biberon pour ses clas¬ ses de latin. Ham et Ferland ne savent comment remercier le P. Armand de sa geniale in¬ vitation qui va leur permettre de participer plus frequemment aux sports. Un de nos devoues servants de table, monsieur William Brunelle, a decouvert une recette nouvelle: du lait a la viande ou de la viande a la lait? Est-ce par er- reur qu ' il a decouvert cette nouvelle re¬ cette ou tient-il cette formule etrange d ' une personne charmante, que tous ap- pellent tout bas . Therese? En parlant des decouvertes, le Pere Amarin aurait-il decouvert lui aussi quel- que chose qui l ' interessait plus que l ' As¬ somption? Si non pourquoi tous les jeudis s ' apergoit-on de sa mysterieuse absence? Helas! le fameux chanteur Johnny Ray, l ' idole de plusieurs parmi nous est a l ' ho- pital. — Pourquoi? A mon avis il crie trop fort. J ' espere que ce fait n ' affectera pas les etudes de quelques-uns parmi nous; qu ' en dis-tu Eastman? Encore un peu de serieux; Paques ap- proche; le printemps arrive; et bien des coeurs se sentiront plus a l ' aise. Jean Lena if APRIL 1952 PAGE SEVEN LA VOCATION Jeudi, le 6 mars, 1952, les eleves du Cercle Saint-Jean furent honores par la visite de Monseigneur Gannon, chancelier du diocese de Worcester. Monseigneur fut le premier des cinq pretres qui viendront pendant le Careme parler aux membres du Cercle sur la vo¬ cation sacerdotale. Apres l ' introduction par le Reverend Louis Dion, Monseigneur commenga sa conference. Des le debut, il nous fit connaitre les differents appels dont Dieu se servait pour attirer des ames a la vocation. 11 donna ensuite des exemples de jeunes gens qui ne seront jamais pretres dont les principaux sont: Les gargons qui ne sont pas pieux, ceux qui s ' impatientent trop ou qui se plaignent toujours, et ceux qui ne reussissent pas dans leurs etudes. II montra les qualites du pretre. Ainsi que le dit l ' Evangile, La plus grande de celles-ci, c ' est la charite: charite envers les paroissiens, et envers les enfants. Cette charite se manifeste surtout par le devouement a ses fideles; devouement tellement prompt que le pretre doit laisser tout pour venir en aide a quiconque se trouve dans la detresse physique ou mo¬ rale. Apres cette conference si interessante eut lieu une serie d ' interrogations parmi lesquelles on discuta tout particulierement les etudes faites en Europe. Sur ce sujet. Monseigneur dit que, pour etre choisi, on doit etre un des premiers de sa classe, et avoir les qualites person- nelles requises par l ' Eveque. S ' il est choisi, par Monseigneur, l ' etu- diant va, soit en France, soit a Rome, pour continuer ses etudes. Apres cette amicale discussion, M. Nor- mand Valiquette, president du Cercle au College, presenta une adresse de remer- ciements a Monseigneur. II est a esperer que les discours qui sui- vront, seront aussi interessants et instruc- tifs que celui de Monseigneur Gannon. John Sullivan 55 CHESS TOURNAMENT—cont. length varies from two or three minutes to two or three hours long depending upon the players and upon how the pieces are moved. The main purpose of the game is to move the pieces so that the opponent ' s king is in danger of being taken and can¬ not move without being taken. A stalemate or draw, occurs when a player has lost all his pieces save the king, and the opponent fails to checkmate him in sixteen moves. Standards were drawn up to prevent any arguments prevailing in competition. Honorable mention should be given to the students who came through to compete in the semi-finals. These were Pierre Plan¬ te, Fernand Roy, Claude Brunelle and Ed¬ mond Brunelle. These boys are Juniors. Plante defeated Claude Brunelle, and Fer¬ nand Roy defeated Edmond Brunelle in the semi-finals. The long awaited event, the finals in the chess tournament, now arrived. Fer¬ nand Roy was found opposing Pierre Plante in this two out of three game series. PERE ODILON—cont. Grace a sa diligence notre etude des au¬ teurs Latine se trouve facilitee. Cet exemple de travail acharne est celui qu ' il voulut transmettre et inculquer a ses eleves. — Labor omnia vincit improbus — II nous l ' a repete souvent et ses anciens eleves affirmeront qu ' il fut le premier a le mettre en pratique. II nous engagea continuellement a une plus grande piete. Les eleves du Pere en- tendirent souvent ces paroles sur ses le- vres: Dites bien votre priere pour rece- voir les lumieres du Saint Esprit . Et a la fin des classes: Priez bien la Sainte Vier- ge. Elle est votre Mere. Elle vous aidera . Ce pere connut l ' Assomption presque dans ses premieres annees. On admire beaucoup maintenant la grandeur et le succes de la maison! C ' est en partie a lui et a d ' autres comme lui que peut s ' atta- cher la gloire presente de l ' Assomption. Aprds trente-trois annees de devoue¬ ment complet a la maison, un diabete assez grave demanda qu ' il subisse une operation et l ' obligea de quitter sa tache, achevant ainsi son professorat. Mille merci, cher pere, pour un tel de¬ vouement et un tel exemple. Merci pour votre enseignement fructueux. Que Dieu vous benisse avec un renouvellement de sante et vous assure que l ' Assomption res- sent avec peine votre absence. Le Pere Odilon legue ses classes au P. Marius Dumoulin, un des veterans de l ' As¬ somption, a qui il ne manque guere d ' ha- bilite dans l ' art de l ' enseignement. Ses longues annees d ' enseignement avaient ete interrompues l ' annee derniere pour un sejour a l ' hopital et par une longue con¬ valescence. Souhaitons-lui aussi une bon¬ ne sante et du courage avec des eleves tels que nous! Richard Fortin ’55 Pierre Plante finally won and was an¬ nounced as the champion chess player of Assumption High School. So ending the 1952 Chess Tournament. Raymond Durocher ’55 Normand Paulhus 55 ASSUMP. TOURNAMENT—cont. White was not at full strength, considera¬ bly weakened by the absence of a high scorer and board man Norm Ham. Nevertheless, the spirited pups plunged head long into a courageous battle, con¬ centrating mainly on their defense. At the sounding of the buzzer ending the first period, the game seemed in favor of the Greyhounds, who were leading by a four-point margin, 6-2. But St. Stephen ' s caught Assumption napping in the second period, racking up twenty points with a splurge of baskets, to lead by a score of 22-17 at the half. From then on, the Steve¬ dores kept a comfortable lead, and went on to win 48-38. “Red Bouthillier received top scoring honors for Assumption with ten points. Saint Stephen ' s quintet climbed the long steep hill to victory beating a very strong Drury High in the finals. This game was prophesied to be a thriller and certainly lived up to expecta¬ tions. Tit for tat will tell the story of those BIBAUD, NEW BASEBALL COACH Now that the weather is warming up and there are signs of spring, the nume¬ rous baseball candidates under the able direction of Charles Bibaud will soon be padding the grass on Rodier Field. Charlie , a college Freshman, played second base for Brother Donat in his last two years of High School. The young coach may not have been long acquainted with coaching but where experience lacks, ambition fills in. Bibaud was always the spark of the team spirit in all sports both in high school and in college. No doubt he will animate the team under his guidance with as much fighting spirit as he dis¬ played in the past three years. Coach Charlie started the season with calisthenics and warm up practices for his pitchers in the gym. He made no com¬ ment about the team or the season for he has not yet seen all his material at its best. Father John Gaudet, Athletic Director, who will help out the coach, assures, We will do our best with the material at hand”. Father John also stated that with the shrewd use of a little strategy, many difficulties can be overcome. Through the cooperation of these two coaches, we should have a fine season, but they can ' t do it all alone. The ball¬ players have to pitch in together. So go to it fellows, and good luck! Marc Tetreault 52 — COACH CHARLES BIBAUD — last minutes, with Drury covering the Stevedore ' s tallies with two points of their own. The Saint Stephen ' s cagers leading by one basket in the last minute, Drury dumped in a push shot to tie up the score at 25 all. Saint Stephen ' s opened the over¬ time with a foul shot and later dropped in a basket to go on to victory 48-45. Bishop Wright presented the trophies and Danny Gearin was the man to re¬ ceive the most valuable player ' s award. In the Class B finals. Auburn High proved that history repeats itself by again beating Ware and capturing the champ¬ ionship. A Ibert D ’A mou rs 55 Richard Loranger 54 PAGE EIGHT APRIL 1952 J [ ] ] VOL. II Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., May 1952 NO. 4 FATHER BRAUN CAPTIVATES STUDENT BODY Courtesy of the Worcester Telegram On Tuesday, April 8th, Father Leopold Braun, A. A., held the student body o ' Assumption spellbound with a thrilling conference on his experiences in Soviet Russia. Father Braun ' s mission at the So¬ viet capital in Moscow lasted for eleven years. What are the duties of a Catholic priest in Moscow? a student may ask. The principal one according to the Most Rev. Amletto Cicognagni, Apostolic Delegate to the United States, is to offer up the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass; in this way, the flame of the one, true religion is kept burning in the center of Communism. Father Braun ' s character is well adapt¬ ed to the type of life that he had to lead in Moscow. His indomitable perseverance helped him overcome the many difficul¬ ties of a life of seclusion, such as those placed in his path by the Soviet Commis¬ sar of Taxation. This gentlemen tried to .o:ce Father Braun to pay taxes to the Soviet government. Who will ever forget the tone of Father Braun ' s voice when he imitated his reply to the Commissar: Com¬ rade Commissar, I have the honor of telling you that I shall not pay the tax! Russian efficiency is truly remarka¬ ble. Father Braun ' s account of how five criminals were apprehended and had signed confessions to their guilt in the sacrilegious violation of the Holy Species, only one hour after formal protests had been filed by the American, French and British embassies, is certainly a satirical note on Soviet “justice and efficiency . The audience was held in suspence by his declarations on the infamous secret police, the NKVD, and the powerful coun¬ ter intelligence department of the MGB, which have terrorized Russian citizens since the Revolution of 1917. Thrilling also, to the students, was the account of Father Braun ' s nearly disas- — continued on page 8 — DEPART DU PERE SUPERIEUR POUR ROME Notre superieur, le Reverend Pere Iienri Moquin, a. a., s ' est rendu a Rome pour participer avec tous les delegues de la Congregation aux elections d ' un nouveau superieur general. L ' ancien su¬ perieur general, le Tres Reverend Pere Gervais Quenard s ' est retire de cette ta- che difficile, apres en avoir tenu la posi¬ tion depuis 1923. Le Pere Henri Moquin accompagne notre provincial, le Reverend Wilfrid Dufault et le Reverend P. Crescent Armanet de New York. Une fois a Rome, le 19 mai marquera la date du commen¬ cement de ce chapitre. Les 30 delegues, venus de l ' Angleterre, de la France, de la Hollande, de la Belgique et de l ' Amerique du Nord, auront a elire un superieur ge¬ neral, ses quatre assistants, un secretaire general et un procureur general. Ces deux dernieres fonctions sont habituellement occupees par les assistants du superieur general. Notre superieur, le P. Henri, est membre de la faculte depuis 1933. II s ' est fait res¬ pecter et admirer dans son enseignement de la chimie jusqu ' a ce qu ' il devienne pre¬ sident du College de l ' Assomption a Wor¬ cester an mois de mars 1947. II s est mon- tre des plus habiles comme superieur. Non seulement il a realise beaucoup de pro- gres materiel pour le college, mais aussi que n ' a-t-il pas fait pour accroitre le pro¬ gramme des etudes; regardez vous-memos les archives de l ' Association Americaino des Colleges et des Ecoles secondaires ou nous sommes inscrits avec le titre de Col¬ lege et Universite. Si nous realisons ceci maintenant, nous pouvons en remercier la competence du Pere Henri. Puisqu ' il fut choisi comme delegue d Rome, sans doute jouit-il de la considera¬ tion des autorites superieures. II a laisse une empreinte dans l ' histoire du college qui ne s ' effacera pas facilement du sou¬ venir. Jetez un coup d ' oeil sur quelques uns de ces perfectionnements depuis les quatre dernieres annees: ces vitraux resplend s- sants de lumiere et de couleurs qui fon. de notre chapelle un bijou; nos autos ne roulent plus sur une terre caillouteuse et poussiereuse, grace d ce puissant tapis d ' asphalte qu ' il a fait etendre; ces lampes neuves qui entourent notre college comme d ' une couronne lumineuse; qu ' elle inge- — suite a la page 8 — AUX GRADUES La belle saison nous apporte comme un echo les joies d ' une graduation prochaine. A l ' Assomption, un petit groupe la vit deja par anticipation, car elle marque pour ceux-la un pas de plus vers l ' avenir, mais sur certains visages plus serieux on devine un sentiment de tristesse a la pensee de quitter leurs amis et la maison d ' educa- tion qui, pendant quatre ans, fut leur chez- — suite a la page 8 — PAGE TWO MAY 1952 QUE FUT L ANNEE1952? Celle annee scolaire fut une epoque remplie d’activites traditionnelles mais aussi d’evenements un pen speciaux. Tout d’abord les versificateurs recurent en “grands freres” les benjamins des elements el, le sourire aux levres assisterenl a leur adaptation a un nouveau genre de vie. Un grain de sanctification administredurant la retraite el les eleves se sentirent pretspour les etudes. Au premier conge, le 12 oclobre, tons montrcrent un tel attacbement d la maison que des les premiers moments suivant le diner la matson se vidait par cin- quantaines, mais, soyons sinceres pas un ne manqua la renlree du soir pour attendre impatiemment, tout de me me, le procbain conge. En effel, nous par times pour la “Thanksgiving ”dans le but de refaire nos forces pour tenir bon jusqu’d la saison de Noel. Entre temps, arriva le jour de I’lmmaculee Conception, fete grandiose au College. Son Excellence, Monseigneur Wright vint pontifier dans noire cbapelle pour ajouter a l eclat de la solennite. Ce meme jour ne nous manqua pas notre banquet traditionnel de “potato chips”. Un soir, la met bode nous diverlit par line comedie francaise et un drame anglais. A vant les vacances nous acclamions au gymnase la visile de “St. Nicholas” el nous fumes charmes par une exposition de talents musicaux. Nos vacances nous porterent jusquau 2janvier et I’on commen- ca la preparation aux examens semestriels. Apres de lel es epreuves, il nous fa Hut quelques jours de repos. Ee Careme nous prit par surprise et la versification eut I’heureuse idee, au beau milieu de ce temps austere, de presenter deux comedies francaises. Avant meme depouvoir nous en rendre compte, la semaine sainte s’ouvrait el nous nous trouvions de nouveau en vacances. Au re¬ tour, les versificateurs s’apercurent que leur annee scolaire a lla it bientot s’achever et apres un “field day” agreable s’appliquerent a une prepa¬ ration ardente et ardue des examens qui devaient decider leur sort. La fete de ’Ascension marqua le pelerinage annuel au sanctuaire de Fiskdale, et des lors le temps s’abregea de plus en plus. Apres une courte retraite, les versificateurs se trouverent en plein milieu d’examens oraux et sen allerenl ensuite dans leurs families jus¬ qu’d leur banquet de gradues. Le lendemain, ils se leverent, prompts et joyeux, pour recevoir leur diplome et pour faire leurs adieux. Richard A. Fortin ’52 ASSUMPTION DULL ? NE VER! Like the old woman who lived in a shoe, and had many children to keep her busy, the students at Assumption are inundated with a whirlpool of activities. FIRST, THE CHAPEL POMP The inspiring manner in which the religious ceremonies are conducted is exemplified here by Bishop Wright in the pageantry of his pon¬ tifical mass. The Bishop’s voice rang out clearly, on the eight of December, as he praised the Blessed Mother. No less did we enjoy his 1950 cen¬ tenary sermon on the founding of the Augustinians of the Assumption, and last year’s episcopal Holy Hour. THEN, MUCH ADO ABOUT MANY THINGS There is the agony of conduct marks, ping pong, which sounds like what the title states, tennis, which is ping pong on a large scale, track, which sets one panting just to hear of it, volley bal l, in which game if you miss the ball you get stoned, and thousands ofother never-dull extra- curriculars. Let’s take one instance: soccer, that exciting newly introduced sport, the playing of which was instigated by a certain teacher from Bulgaria, is the freshmen s thrill. Being a “rugged” sport, it tends to build up the calves but also helps to break down the shins; but we must say the players use their beads. Assumption dull? Why, what about the movies, the public speaking, and Norm Ham in refectory? Speaking of theatrical talent, the As¬ sumption Playhouse theatre goers are ideally entertained by actors such as Doc’ LeBlanc who swung right into his role and almost into a certain prompter’s box seal, and mild mannered “Ti-George” Gouin, that new discovery, who startled and made us all tingle with pleasure. Don’t forget “Chic” Theriault, including his nail file and zuit suit. Friendship is intermingled in these never-ending activities: they prove friend strips and make friendships even between the upper and lower classmen. As one big family, we have loads of fun and never do we have a dull moment. Alan Telreaull 52 MAY 1952 PAGE THREE AVIS AUX JEUNES Voulez-vous beneficier de quelques points de sagesse que nous avons pu acquerir pendant nos quatre annees de travail? 11 n y a pas long- temps, nous etions, nous aussi, les jeunes de l’Ecole Superieure, inaccoutumes aux difficul- tes d’un cours classique, mais maintenant nous avons compris le serieux du travail necessaire pour nous inculquer la formation que nous of- frait l’Assomption. Sans nul dome, vous avez constate que vous vous etes lances dans une tache qui vous semblait et vous semble peut-etie encore, im possible a accomplir. Mais, courage! d’autres Font realisee et nous aussi, auparavant incre- dules comine vous Petes, 1 avons accomplie. Mettez-vous dans l’esprit que vous ne serez pas inferieurs a vos predecesseurs et montrez- vous dignes de l’Assomption. Le depart du foyer, la vie de communaute, un cours precis en contraste avec les generali¬ ties de l’ecole primaire, de longues heures d’e- tudes, quelques nouveaux sujets, surtout cette discipline austere mais formatrice et certains decouragements - ce ne sont que les petits en¬ nuis des premiers mois. Envisageons dans vos etudes la difficult generate chez la majorite des eleves. .le latin. Nous concedons que ce sujet est la source d m- nombrables ennuis, mais rappelez-vous qu’il y a moyen de le vaincre, surtout maintenant, car plus tard vous n’aurez ni le temps, ni le courage. “Ne remettez jamais a demain ce que vous pottvez faire aujourd’hui”. Le temps per¬ du vous coutera beaucoup plus de sacrifices et de travail que si vous l’aviez fait au temps re- quis. Votre succes dependra de la fondation ac- quise pendant vos etudes elementaires. Emile Boutbillier ’5P Marcel Massicolte ' 52 FIEVRE DUPRINTEMPS Le printemps vient de paraitre. C’est la grande poussee des bourgeons sur les arbres et ca et la des abeilles avidement recherchent le pollen des fleurs qui remplira les alveoles de leurs ruches. L’air est rempli d’une odeur d’herbe fraiche et verdoyante et les oiseaux se mettent a Foeuvre pour construire leur nid. Toute la nature semble reprendre vie, mais nous! Cherchons-nous a secouer notre torpeur...... allons, repondons ! Quel silence impressionnant! N’allons-nous pas au moms participer a cette fievre sans reuiede qu’on appelle “la fievre du Printemps”. Pour la nature c’eP un debordemert de santes, une manifestation eclatante de vie des que la terre a bu abondamment les eaux du ciel et que le soleil a rechauffe la fraicheur des journees. La nature travaille, l’ecolier s en- gourdh ou s’endort. Pourtant la saison des sports est arrivee: le baseball, les courses, le tennis, le volley-ball offrent leurs attraits. Apres quatre longs mois d’hiver. il est bon de degourdir ses membres Mais que faire en classe, quand tant de sol- licitations nous appellent au dehors? Cette fie¬ vre de printemps qui est richesse de vie pour la nature, devient helas! pour l’etudiant une maladie soporifique. Voyez-les ces eleves qui se trainent molle- tnent jusqu’a l’etude, pour s’affaler sur leur bu¬ reau; cela ressemble a la sieste des mexicains; de temps en temps un ronflenient un peu plus prononce frappe desagreablement Pouie du surveillant. Puis, viennent les classes! Chaque eleve invente des trues plus ou moins ingemeux pour tromper le professeur. L’un touche de la main ses yeux pour mieux reflechir, Pautre s ‘ dissimule prudemment derriere son compa- gnon. La pesante temperature affecte la volon- te; on ne peut rien faire. Mais les professeurs n’en sont pas decourages, car ils ont l’experi- ence des annees precedentes et ils ne cessent pas de nous reveiller. La periode du deuxieme semestre devrait etre un temps de travail acharne, puisqu’apres toute la nature elle-meme obeit aux lois du tra¬ vail. Mais allez faire comprendre la nature a des gens qui sont atteints de somnolence. Re- veillons-nous; les examens approchent; il fau- dra donner un bon coup de collier pour mieux jouir de nos grandes vacances. Normand Massicolle PAGE FOUR MAY 1952 NICKNAMES Nicknames are descriptive or characteris¬ tic forms of proper names and they play an important role in our daily life, for they are one of the means by which we shall reminisce on our happy sojourn here. For instance, how can we ever forget our old professors and the characteristic traits which brought their ‘‘monickers” into existen¬ ce? A dearly beloved professor, (for “Kids love POPS”,) was expostulating one fair day on his theories concerning the Pope, and at the same time was ceremoniously mispronouncing the English title. The surname remained and eventually took on an altogether different meaning, pertaining to his paternal affection towards his wayward chargees. A familiar face both in study and through his conscientious patrol duties during recrea¬ tion is that of “Two-Gun Destry.” The fame of this reserved figure has spread far and wide, for with his two characteristic fingers hitched in his belt, he executes justice to all Assump¬ tion lawbreakers. Another character well-known to the student body through their close relationship is that of our devoted Prefect of Discipline. He also is a law enforcer in his own right, and seemingly possesses the uncanny knack of being everywhere at once. The ringing cry when he enters upon the scene to break up some fiendish scheme concocted by the stu¬ dents is that of: “Cheese it! Here comes the man from the China Hills!” A short while ago, a poll was taken a- mong the Seniors which resulted in the christ¬ ening of our “frigid” chemistry professor. He is henceforth dubbed “Test-Tube” through, the acclamation of all his loyal subjects. We all know the Senior dav-hop “Tim¬ my.” This nickname is etymologically derived from Onesime, through his sister’s baby ima¬ gination at the time. The Junior class is endowed with a typi¬ cal example of both ridicule and familiarity. We all know “Mousey” as everybody’s friend and his sly way of controling a conversation nas earned him his picturesque nickname. The derivations of these nicknames have proved very interesting, for they pertain to humorous incidents and stories. They will re¬ main as firmly imbedded in the minds of the students, as will the very institution in which we received our early training ' . Harold M. Kenney ' 51 THE GA TES How many times have you passed through the gates on Homer Gage Avenue? Probably three hundred times, you say? Now let’s elimi¬ nate two hundred and ninety-eight of those times and speak of only two.The two times every student of Assumption will re¬ member for a lifetime, September of his fresh¬ man year and June of his senior year! Passing through these gates for the first time as a timid Freshman, the tyro has the illusion that he is turning the page of an en¬ tirely new adventure: Assumption life! Four years behind these gates! What will it be like? Wonder how the fellows will be? Golly its big! These emotions last but a few moments. Weeks, months, years literally fly before the eyes of our Freshman. Then the longed-for senior year arrives, then June and graduation day! There are ceremonies, speeches, then the warmest moment of the adventure, the climax of the story and four years of work, pleasures and friendships. The gates have a completely different aspect! Now they are the stem from which the graduates will branch out into different directions and bring with them the fruits of their labor. The question, “Will I iike it?” is now absurd, for deep in each heart there is an indelible mark of Assumption’s mother- lv tenderness, and from that mark there emer- ges a strange feeling which can not be des¬ cribed. Assumption has become immense! It is now at the zenith of our hopes and ambitions, our ideal is to live up to its great name! “How will the fellows be?” They become your bro¬ thers, the students with whom you pray, eat and sleep. What more can be said, for brother¬ hood means unsurpassed friendship, love and self-sacrifice. The last wish of the Senior is that some day in the near future, lie may he reunited with all his former classmates to re¬ minisce on humorous, yet tender memories. The “Gates” will always remind us of oui ea¬ gerness to enter and our reluctance to leave. Richard Belair ’5J MAY 1952 PAGE FIVE Assumption 6 — St. Stephen ' s 8 The first one is always the toughest”, states the old saying, and this game was no exception. Although the Greyhounds lashed out fifteen hits, topping the Steve¬ dores by eight, the cards wouldn ' t fall thier way. In going down to defeat, Pier¬ re ' s pups showed signs of having what it takes and are hoping to prove it in future games. Lefty hurled very good ball, and Con¬ nie Ferland dropped in five singles for a perfect day at the plate. Assumption. It 7 — St. Mary ' s 2 The Blue and White showed no signs of mercy in this one sided battle. The Grey¬ hounds tore through a very weak defense, piling up a mountain of runs to smother their opponents. Assumption took advan¬ tage of every hit, wilk and error to finish off the game with a very brilliant effect. In his initial game. Freshman southpaw Dick” Roy proved to be very effective, allowing only four hits. Assumption 10 — St. John ' s 4 Assumption 4 — St. John ' s 31 In an upsetting carnage the high and mighty Pioneers , outhit, out-played and out-spirited, were compelled to fall to their knees before the hard fighting Little Greyhounds . The Blue and White spark¬ led both at bat and on the field, coming up with thirteen hits and some beautiful defensive work. Pierre ' s Pups were real¬ ly at their best, especially in spirit. Lefty Gaudrault chucked a terrific game and led the Greyhounds to victory, helped greatly by the bat of Archie Archambault. Assumption 10 —■ St. Mary ' s 8 A very confident Assumption High team was stunned in the first innings and on coming out of the daze, found itself lagg¬ ing behind. However, from this time on, it did not take the spirited Pups long to build up a lead and roll on to victory. Some good relief work by Dick Roy eased the Blue and White on to their third win. Assumption 7 —• North 4 At the end of the first inning, the Little Greyhounds found themselves grasped very tightly by the powerful arms of the North Polar Bears . But despite this six run deficit the spirited little Pups plunged headlong into a courageous come¬ back, just falling short of the mark by a few runs. Lefty Gaudrault, in his fourth start of the season, went the route hurling good ball. Late Score: Assumption 13 — N. Dair.e 3 HOLY NAME 15-6 ST. PETER ' S 4-3 Three days of shoveling, carting, dump¬ ing, leveling, rolling, and liming resulted in the four present volleyball courts. This vast improvement of the once swampy, wildlike field accomplished by a group of spirited enthusiasts under the direction of Bro. Robert led to Volleyball Intramurals. A schedule was soon set up and imme¬ diately all the classes responded to the call of competition. It appears that in the Junior Loop, Freshmen C has everything quite under control with the Pinards ' 55 and the Roys ' 55 at the helm. The situa¬ tion in the Senior Loop is quite different for the lead has frequently changed hands, although Senior A has the edge. The student who has become the most proficient in the sport is without a doubt Dick Loranger ' 54. If an All-Star were to be selected, it would consist of Dick Loranger ' 54, his team mate Jean Brodeur ' 54, Norm Marois ' 53, Chic Theriault ' 53, Red Bouthillier ' 52, and Joel Audi- bert 52. As the season draws to an end a Tournament is in sight. Francis Brassard ' 52 TENNIS By far our most successful sport was tennis, as is proved by a 6-1 record. Since the season comes to a close, we are losing three seniors among whom is Roger Ba¬ con, captain. SCORES WORCESTER ACADEMY LOST 2-7 CLASSICAL WON 5-3 FITCHBURG WON 7-2 NASHUA WON 7-0 DEAN ACADEMY WON 3-1 LASALLE WON 6-0 NASHUA WON 6-0 TRACK Track is a sport of individualism, the goal of which is to achieve personal satis¬ faction. It was precisely this principle that our four-man track team followed in this season ' s most successful encounter, the Danvers meet. Red Bouthillier was the surprise and the find of the year as he managed to place third in the 100 yard dash and first with a record in the 220. To add to this, despite a bruised heel, Joel Audibert displayed his complete mastery of the Western Roll, by copping first place in a three way tie. Browski Brassard, yours truly, completed the scoring by tak¬ ing third in the mile. When all was over, in a field of ten teams, Assumption placed fourth. In the Leominster meet, Joel Audibert demonstrated his all-around ability by scoring a total of 16 points, while Leo Paquette took positions in the half-mile and broad jump to complete a fairly suc¬ cessful meet despite our definitely under¬ manned team. FIELD DAY On the cool, sunny day of May 8th, our American flag was raised and Field Day was declared. Soon the students filled the fields in their aspirations for a class vic¬ tory in the various team sports. The Ju¬ niors immediately gained a commanding lead by defeating the Seniors and Sopho¬ mores with impressive scores in volleyball. But as morning elapsed, the Seniors final¬ ly eked out a slight edge by making a clean sweep of the 220 yard dash. As usual the Faculty softball game was a source of abundant laughter and this year the High School was defeated by the crushing score of 32-6. The afternoon con¬ sisted chiefly of track and field events and with each contest the Senior lead in¬ creased continually until finally at the close of the day ihey enjoyed a 58 point margin ahead of the second place Juniors. At least 1 3 of the Senior points were scored by the Athlete of the year, Red Bouthillier ' 52. In seven events, Red placed first seven times. He also received top honors as high scorer of the day to¬ gether with Doc LeBlanc ' 52 who also managed to place frequently. The Mara¬ thon was again the big event of the day, and this year it was won by Browski Brassard ' 52. Francis Brassard 52 PAGE SIX MAY 1952 Soon it will be summer-time. But alas, before vacations, we must fight off spring fever and struggle with exams. So we had better turn from dreaming. Do you find writing compositions de¬ jecting work? The Sophomores believe they have a solution to this problem—be¬ ing picturesque! Not only do they preach this idea of depiction, but they practice it as well. Shall we use an example? It seems the professor assigned as a comp Des¬ cribe the School Building . The students retaliated with clearly outlined, well de¬ tailed representations of the structure. And what could be easier than handing in a post-card picturing this hallowed edifice? At noon it was our custom to watch a very small day-hop arduously battle the bigger boys in a game of basketball. Again he is handling a sphere as large as himself. Who else could it be than Leo Miller ' 55 playing volleyball? Who, among the Seniors, is not enrap¬ tured by Milton ' s Minor Poems? (!) Yet some people should have read them more carefully, for later came questions on the text: Example, Who were the Two Sisters of the Well?” Just the question incites a blush from Paul Tormey. Would he feel guilty of a blunder? In any case, Paul, H20 and Drip are not acceptable answers. To all undergraduates: Remember that the Seniors will soon be leaving. — All sneakers, ties, water-pistols, useless to¬ kens, worn-out slugs, real money, and whatever else you would have borrowed should be returned before their Great Day . Remember also to wish them well in everything they do and thank them heartily for all they have done. Notice to all persons who walk, ride, or fly. Carry a raincoat with you. The weatherman has not predicted rain again; but water pistols are back. John Plourde tThe Spudland Kid) ' 55 and Rene Cote ' 55 seem to be the main belligerents. Yet weren ' t we all astounded to see a certain number of Juniors brandishing the famous weapons? We understand that among us dwells a future track star. This long-legged fresh¬ man also tells us he never did lose a race. Our wish is not to disagree; however, the only time we see him in action is during the workout at track practice. Perhaps Fr. Thomas, the track coach, is only saving Chicken Lariviere ' 55 for some unfore- loid marathon! The second St. John ' s game proved to be a catastrophe. The disaster was felt by the entire school, but it certainly must have deeply touched the player who was injured. Archie Archambault ' 52 has always been a good sportsman and a clever ball player. Seeing it was his last year on the squad, we all hoped he would enjoy another brilliant season. Our anti¬ cipation seemed rightly forecasted by an unusual outset. What happened halted things too abruptly, we are glad to know it does not hinder your classwork and everyone, students and faculty alike, unite with me to wish you a speedy recovery. Well my work is now finished and, be¬ ing also fond of vacations, I will depart for a merry trip of my own, wishing everyone a wonderful vacation and all the luck in the future. Hugh Sedit ’52 La fin de l ' annee est arrivee et avec ello, la derniere copie de l ' Heritage de 1952. Le 16 avril, Cabana s ' etait rendu au Prom des Versificateurs accompagne de sa demoiselle; le soir suivant son amie etait a l ' hopital. Que s ' est-il done passe. Caba¬ na? Crise nerveuse? emotion trop forte de- vant tant d ' esprit et de charmes reunis? ou bien faut-il en accuser Gigi” Blondin et ses fruit boots ? Allons, voila les eleves de Methode ar- mes de pistolets a eau (iaudrait sans dou- te, selon le dictionnaire frangais, dire pis- tolet aqueux). Grands bebes ' ' , a leur age, est-ce possible? Mais disent-ils, Si nous sommes bebes” pourquoi le Pere Amarin et Ernest Beaulac en usent-ils aussi? Quels sont les plus enfartts? Pauvres Versificateurs, je vous offre franchement toute ma sympathie. Avis aux futurs poetes qui se risqueront a prendre le cours de chimie. Le Pere Alexis a regu les eleves de Versification, au retour de leurs vacances de Paques, en leur collant un examen le lundi matin. Oh! la-la! Voila qui est le comble de la ferocite pour un professeur. Prenez garde lorsque vous entendrez put, put, put au dehors; e ' est Blondin avec son vieux tacot; mais avouons que l ' homme et la machine sont bons pour un musee. Avez-vous remarque que les elements possedent un blagueur, capable de fabri- quer des histoires comme de l ' eau. La preuve en est que Laferriere a raconte la meme histoire de trois manieres differen- tes a trois individus. Quelle belle paire Randlett et Laferriere. Oh! Oh! qu ' est-il done arrive a notre lanceur professionel Randlett, le dimanche apres-midi ou nous jouions le St-Nom de Jesus. Imaginez-vous ga, chers lecteurs, notre formidable lanceur vaincu par une equipe de joueurs appartenant seulement a la huitieme annee d ' une ecole de gram- maire. Allons Randlett, pratiquez ce que vous prechez. Malgre toutes ces malices, je tiens a vous souhaiter de belles vacances, et je vous dis a l ' annee prochaine. Jean Lenaif PIERRE’S HALL OF FAME ffa An eighteen year OLD SENIOR, ARCHAMBAULT HAS BEEN A MAIN STAY ON THE ATHLETIC SQUADS AT ASSUMPTION 5INCE HIS ENTRY IN¬ TO THE HKjW SCHOOL. AS AN OUTFIELDER, HANK WAS CHOSEN ON- HENRY ARCHAMBAULT ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL THE TELE6RAM AND 6AZETTE ALL-STAR BASE¬ BALL SCUAD OF 1950. HE HAS BEEN ELECTEDTOTHE CO-CAPTAINCY OF THE BASE¬ BALL AMD BASKETBALL TEAMS, A PROOF OF HIS POPULARITY WITH HIS TEAMATES. UPON COMPLETION OF HI6H SCHOOL, ARCHAMBAULT I ' 7 PLANS ON ENTER- INO ST. THOMAS - A SEMINARY AT ,, BLOCMFIELD ONN. Just 6or , room FM0U6M TC WISH VOU A • HAPPY EASTEPr ' V FOLKS , Yr. j Courtesy oi Catholic Free Press ' MAY 1952 PAGE SEVEN FATHER BRAUN—cont. trous departure from Moscow. The Rus¬ sians had planned to take him to Berlin in one of their own planes. Forewarned of possible danger. Father Braun suc¬ ceeded in getting passage aboard Secre¬ tary of State Byrne ' s plane which was leaving Moscow that same day. The last person with whom he shook, while board¬ ing the plane with the diplomatic party, was Foreign Minister Molotov. What would have happened to Father Braun if he had boarded the Russian plane is something that no one can guess, but it is highly probable that we would never have heard from him again. It is interesting to note that Father Braun ' s mission is still being carried on in Moscow. Father Antonio Laberge, A. A., now a professor in our college depart¬ ment, succeeded him, and in turn was followed by Father Louis-Robert Brassard, A. A. A plea for our ardent prayers was Fr. Braun ' s last topic in his address. Our Blessed Mother has promised to bring Russia back into the fold, but this shall only be accomplished by many prayers and much sacrifice. By doing our share, here in the United States, we shall be sustaining Father Louis-Robert in his dif¬ ficult mission, and helping to strengthen the bond of universal love among man¬ kind. J. Paul Marcoux 32 DEPART—suite niosite n ' a-t-il pas deployee pour faire l ' ac- quisition de ces lampadaires et ce talus surbaisse qui maintenant degage toute l ' ampleur de l ' arriere de nos batiments. Vous le voyez, notre Pere Henri n ' a pas laisse de mousse s ' attacher a ses pieds: ce qui frappe particulierement chez ce su- perieur actif c ' est l ' intelligence qui tire habilement parti de lout. Nous vous sou- haitons un beau sejour a Rome, Pere, et que votre voyage soit des plus agreables. Jean-Jacques LeBlanc ’32 AUX GRADUES—suite eux et qui evoque dans leur esprit maints souvenirs attendrissants. Tout annonce l ' approche de cette gra¬ duation: 1 ' application aux etudes redouble d ' effort; les eleves se lancent intensement dans la preparation de leurs examens oraux et pendant les rare s moments libres ils echangent leurs souvenirs, se mur- murent leurs projets d ' avenir ou parlent de leurs vacances. Esperons que ces magni- fiques reves d ' avenir se materialiseront et que ces gradues vivront des principes en- seignes sous la tutelle de l ' Assomption. Les honneurs de la graduation vont a la classe de ' 52; que les classes a venir ne les oublient pas et qu ' elles se souvienne que les editeurs de cette classe ont cree le Memini-Heritage . Les ceremonies de graduation sous la presidence du Pere Armand Desautels au- ront lieu le sept juin. Monsieur Armand H. Cote, secretaire d ' Etat du Rhode Island depuis 1940 et ancien de l ' Ecole Supe- rieure, sera l ' orateur de circonstance. Une messe a la chapelle et des ceremonies au dehors en constitueront le programme. Donald J. Lussier 33 SENIOR PROM One cool mid-April evening, vehicles from various towns and cities all over New England impatiently sped towards a com¬ mon destination. It was April 16th, the night of the Senior Prom. The goal of the Assumption upper classmen was the in¬ viting atmosphere of the Hillcrest Country Club. Happy greetings and gay introduc¬ tions among arriving couples set the pace for an evening of joviality and fine en¬ tertainment. Soon some thirty cheerful couples were swaying to the rhythmic beat of the Russ Cole Orchestra. Shortly before intermission the Grand March, directed by Mr. George Blondin was announced. As the couples passed in review before the chaperones, Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Hudon, it became quite ob¬ vious that the choice of a queen among so many charming young ladies, would be extremely difficult. Finally after much deliberation, the field was narrowed down to two contestants. Since the final choice proved to be uncertain, the selection of both a first and second queen was in¬ evitable. To Miss Kay Neilson were bestowed first honors. After a short intermission pro¬ ceeding the crowning, the blushing queen in company of her escort, Mr. Harold Kenney, was brought forward. A silver pearl-beaded crown was placed upon her head by Mr. Hudon and flowers were pre¬ sented the queen and the runner-up Miss Jacqueline Rajotte. The soft enchanting music of the Russ Cole Orchestra once more resounded throughout the ballroom and dancing was resumed. It was with regret that the even¬ ing ' s enjoyment was concluded as the last song of the final set was played. Rene Tasse 32, Alfred LeBlanc 32 What to write . We have a few lines extra. Let ' s give credit to a spirited, hard- fighting and short-lived J. V. Baseball team that defeated St. Stephen ' s J. V. 10- 9, under the direction of Bro. Robert and Art Ouimette. NEW COURSE AT ASSUMPTION We miss out again. Yes, just when we ' re ready to graduate something new arrives, — the product of the genius of our pro¬ fessors — and we cannot take advantage of it. What is this new idea? A new course which will be started next fall. When those business minded students who suf¬ fered two long years of Latin see this they ' ll most probably kick themselves and I don ' t blame them. The students who choose this course next year will be libe¬ rated from those excruciating Latin classes for the full four year period. Lucky boys! Some of the upper classmen will wish that they had been born four years later. And the subjects that will fill in for Latin, general science and biology, will cause many to turn green with envy. However, I ' m sure that there are many of us who appreciate Latin ' s cultural bene¬ fits, and are not in the least perturbed by this news. At any rate this course will retain the bilingual qualities long associated with our school, which are deemed necessary to our complete cultural development. So we can expect to see more freshmen running around and getting in our way, since this course will most probably cause an increase in student enrollment. I can see those particular freshmen, taking ad¬ vantage of this course, laughing when they see us slaving over a Latin transla¬ tion whose sentences just won ' t make sense. Seriously, however, the added advan¬ tage to be provided will, without doubt, increase Assumption ' s prestige in the edu¬ cational field. Even though we cannot enjoy the results of this course, we can rejoice over the fact that our Alma Mater will have made great progress in its goal for a greater variety of courses to be taught with a Christian background and from a Catholic point of view. Donat Lamothe 33 Tassi receiving Lucie Laplante at the Prom PAGE EIGHT MAY 1952 VOL. Ill Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., November 1952 NO. 1 Pere Edgar recevant des conseils “IKE” VICTOR Through the earnest cooperation of the Assumption High School faculty, the high school senior class was able to organize a presidential election. The election and the two conventions, held the second week of October, developed great interest among the students. By no means did doubt reign in the minds of Assumption High School students on who would win the election for presidency. The facts bear sufficient witness: Eisenhower-Nixon 117 votes Stevenson-Sparlmian 47 votes For the first time in Assumption High School history, a presidential convention was held. Having each student voice his personal opinion on the current elections in order that, in the future, he may be more prudent in electing a President, was the purpose ol the convention. A clue referring to the students as voters in the pres ' dential election was brought forth by numerous posters. A few posters read in this manner: I ' m for Adlai—Vote for Experience, not Experiment ; 20 Years — continued on page 6 — De Grands Changements La montee en fleche du nouveau Supe- rieur General des Assomptionistes marqua le debut d ' un changement important dans l ' administration de la maison. Puisque no- tre ancien superieur, le Reverend Pere Henri J. Moquin avait ete nomme provin¬ cial, le Reverend Pere Armand Desautels, notre prefet d ' etudes pendant les huit der- nieres annees, devint notre nouveau supe¬ rieur. La charge de prefet des etudes tom- ba sur les epaules d ' un jeune, le Reverend Pere Edgar Bourque, a. a. Au Pere Armand d ' abord nos plus sin- ceres felicitations; car nous sommes cer¬ tains que vous remplirez cette position avec le meme zele et la meme ardeur que vous avez montres dans toutes vos charges precedentes. Durant votre prefecture vous avez songe a ameliorer le sort des eleves tout en main- tenant tres haut le niveau intellectuel de l ' ecole. L ' experience vous avait demontre que les eleves ne se destinent pas tous a un cours purement classique et c ' est pour- quoi vous avez fait du grec un sujet facul- tatif. De plus, pour les eleves qui ne se LES RESPONSABLES DE L’HERITAGE L ' Heritage s ' est empare d ' un nouveau personnel. Les idees de ce groupe seront presentees dans un journal qui fera hon- neur aux qualites de tous ces jeunes gens. Deja, la ruche est fievreuse d ' activite, et vous, chers lecteurs, pourrez lire avec plai- sir l ' Heritage. Mais, vous etes sans doute anxieux de connaitre les noms des responsables. Les voici. A tout seigneur, tout honneur. L ' edi- teur-en-chef qui s ' occupera de l ' Heritage avec la meme determination qu ' il manifes- te sur le champ de football est Donald Lussier. Depuis quatre ans, ses qualites de chef ont guide la classe de Versification et cette annee ces memes qualites seront rai¬ ses a l ' epreuve, car les soucis sont crands et graves, mais ne sont pas insurmontables pour un jeune de la trempe de Donald. Les finances et done les ennuis des contrats sont remis aux bons soins d ' un homme de chiffres. Les tracas imposes par cette position retomberont sur les epaules de Normand Lemaire. destinent pas au college, vous avez intro- duit un cours pour les mieux preparer a envisager la vie aussitot apres leur gra¬ duation. Faut-il rappeler aussi avec quelle dili¬ gence vous avez cherche a inculquer l ' a- mour de la culture frangaise, raison d ' etre de cette maison; nous devons convenir que vous avez reussi aupres de la plupart des eleves. A vous, Pere Edgar, nos voeux les plus chaleureux pour bien remplir ce poste si important de la direction des eleves. Com- me vous aviez deja ete professeur ici, vous n ' aviez pas a perdre de temps pour vous orienter. Des le debut vous nous avez prouve qu ' il fallait faire de la salle d ' etu- de un lieu de travail et non une salle de recreation, comme nous le faisions — te- moin les versificateurs mis aux premieres places de l ' etude parmi les elements. Pere, nous vous souhaitons un succes complet et nous vous offrons notre coope¬ ration. Robert Gagne 33 Claude de Grandpre Brunel e ’33 Un type rare, fort en presque toutes les matieres, a ete choisi comme l ' assistant du chef de l ' Heritage. C ' est Donat Lamothe qui partagera avec Donald Lussier les casse- tete inherents a cette charge. Notre fameux Willy ' ' se trouve charge de la page des actualites. William Brunel- le, habile en tout, est le versificateur le plus capable d ' affronter un souci de cette envergure. Le frangais ne sera pas rabougri dans notre journal, car la page frangaise sera — continued on page 7 — — Nos bibliothecaires — le rang et le rayon. Ceci est du a sa connaissance parfaite du Dewey Decimal System en usage dans notre bibliotheque. Plusieurs ameliorations ont eu lieu depuis que le Reverend Pere Aime a pris en charge notre biblio¬ theque. II s ' installa d ' abord un bureau des plus at- trayants qu ' il prefere appeller modestement sa cham- bre de travail. En effet, ce cabinet particulier lui permet de remplir ses fonctions sans deranger les eleves. Ensuite, il retablit l ' ordre dans notre collection de revues, tout en remplagant les revues qui man- quaient. II ajouta aussi un grand nombre de livres neufs, grace a la genereuse liberalite de notre supe- rieur. Ce sont les changements les plus importants; cependant, plusieurs autres ont ete faits qui, sans paraitre beaucoup, ont requis quand meme beaucoup de travail. Grace a nos bibliothecaires, il est possible maintenant de trouver un bon choix de livres serieux, capables de satisfaire les gouts de chaque etudiant. Bien que les Reverends Peres Aime et Clair vivent tres pres de nous par les services constants qu ' ils nous rendent, nous les connaissons bien peu. Le Reverend Pere Aime Deschamps regut son education ici a l ' Ecole Superieure et au College de l ' Assomption. En 1940, il fut ordonne pretre a Lormoy pres de Paris, en France. Revenu de France, on l ' en- voya a la paroisse espagnole des Assomptionistes de la quatorzieme rue a New-York. La on lui confia la charge des Boy Scouts. Il s ' y devoua sans compter sa peine. L ' obeissance le detacha de New-York pen¬ dant un an et il se rendit au Mexique pour se per- fectionner dans la langue espagnole. Avant de reve- nir a l ' Assomption, il suivit des cours de bibliothecaire a l ' Universite Catholique de Washington. C ' est pres de cette ville qu ' il fonda notre maison Assomptioniste et en fut le premier superieure. Pendant l ' ete de 1951, il prit charge de notre bibliotheque. Le Reverend Pere Clair Boisvert fit sa Philosophie et sa Theologie en Europe et fut ordonne pretre en 1936. Le provincial de Paris l ' affecta a notre college. Il passa trois etes a l ' Universite de Columbia. L ' ete suivante il devait obtenir son diplome de bibliothe¬ caire mais, trop absorbe par ses occupations, il ne put retourner a l ' Universite. Voila dix-sept ans deja qu ' il est notre assistant bibliothecaire. Depuis son arrivee, il a demenage la bibliotheque trois fois. Au debut elle se trouvait dans la partie ou se cantonnc maintenant le groupe imposant des prefets. On l ' eta- blit ensuite au-dessus de la chambre du superieur. En 1943, on la descendit cette fois dans la salle de recreation des elements. Enfin, et ce sera pour de bon, en 1947, on lui donna une place de choix. Il y a si longtemps que le Reverend Pere Clair travcille dans notre bibliotheque qu ' il en connait tous les li¬ vres. Demandez-lui n ' importe quel auteur, n ' importe quel titre et de son air le plus affable et le plus inno¬ cent, il vous debite sans hesiter le numero, la lettre, Emmanuel Dutremble 33 Bertrand Lemieux ’33 n, 1 yV, ■Suggestion Box Calling all students of Assumption High School to take an active part in school affairs! — The editors of the M.-H. offer you an opportunity to express your ideas and to defend your way of thinking. What are your ideas concerning the M.-H.? The editors are seeking criticisms on past issues and ideas for the ' 53 publication. The suggestion box has a double purpose — The staff desires to help invigorate campus life. They are willing to publish any suggestion aspiring to create life on the campus. Give them your ideas on, What ' s Missing at Assumption? Don ' t wait until you graduate . see your ideas materialize now! — You may be sure that your suggestion will receive the proper consideration from the Board of Editors. Donald L ussier ’33 PAGE TWO NOVEMBER 1952 A qui de droit? L ' annee precedente, alors que, pour de justes raisons, nous nous etions retires de la ligue du foot¬ ball , les autorites qui avaient assume cette grave decision furent critiquees a l ' exterieur par certains qui n ' avaient pas meme compris ce dont il s ' agissait. Ceux-ci ne se rendaient pas compte qu ' on ne l ' avait prise qu ' apres une tres longue deliberation et une pleine comprehension des consequences qui en de- couleraient. Helas! que de gens critiquent souvent les actions des autres sans y reflechir! — Ainsi, dans notre ecole, ne trouvons-nous pas parfois cette tendance que Ton qualifie plutot du terme mauvais esprit . Si notre equipe participe aux sports, aussitot s ' eleve la voix des critiqueurs. D ' autres de cette meme engeance trouvent toujours le moindre defaut, soit dans le regi¬ me du college, soit dans les autorites, soit dans leurs professeurs. N ' est-ce pas la l ' une des plus grandes marques de l ' ignorance? Les critiqueurs ne se ren- dent presque jamais compte des difficultes et des responsabilites qui demeurent derriere les actions ou les decisions de leurs autorites. Une chose leur de¬ plait, done ils doivent critiquer. — D ' ailleurs, s ' ils etaient assez intelligents! N ' est-il pas vrai que ceux qui critiquent le plus souvent et le plus injustement sont des incapables? A QUI LE DROIT? A QUI EST-IL PERMIS DE CRI¬ TIQUER? Peu en ont vraiment le droit. C ' est beaucoup plus facile de dire ce qui devrait etre fait sans s ' oc- cuper des consequences, qui de le faire en portant une responsabilite. II faut reflechir un peu avant de manifester ses jugements sur quelqu ' un. Avant de critiquer, posons-nous cette question 1 : — que ferais- je a sa place? Ainsi beaucoup trouveront que ce n ' est pas a eux de critiquer. Avant de critiquer, soyons surs d ' avoir une tres bonne raison. C ' est une chose de critiquer quelqu ' un pour l ' aider et une autre de critiquer pour l ' abaisser. Considerons aussi que le point de vue de celui qui se permet de critiquer est tres different du point de vue de celui qui est critique. Mettons-nous d ' aboir a sa place, et nous trouverons que nous lui faisons une grande injustice en le critiquant. Paul Archambault ' 54 Raymond Crandchamp 54 Dr. Raymond Gadbois Our superiority above the others came not from our intelligence, but from our solid Catholic training received at Assumption. These are the word of an alumnus, Doctor Gadbois. Doctor Gadbois is a well known figure in Wor¬ cester, for he has re sided and practiced here all his life. He is a senior surgeon at Saint Vincent ' s Hospital of Worcester and he specializes in general surgery. Sixty per cent of Doctor Gadbois ' patients are not French; however, he does say that the French people have had a tremendous influence upon his success. The Doctor graduated in 1924, from the High School and in 1928 from the College. After terminating his studies here at Assomption, he went to Boston University for his medical knowledge. At the Univer¬ sity, he discovered that an Assumption graduate takes second place to none. Eight of his classmates from Assumption attended the University with him and they showed signs of superiority over the other stu¬ dents. He assures us that his four sons will attend As¬ sumption. He is proud that his daughter was one of the first to attend the co-educational courses here this past summer and he says laughingly, My daughter was the first to enter Assumption as a stu¬ dent. Next season will find the Doctor teaching at Anna Maria College with Monsignor O ' Connel. The Doctor will teach the medical aspects of marriage, a very interesting and essential subject indeed. Could anyone find a better man to teach such a subject? We, here at Assumption wish Doctor Gadbois the best in life for the best is in reserve for him. The best of luck in the future Doc. Leo Archambault 53 Roger Le veil lee 53 NOVEMBER 1952 PAGE THREE The First Convention October 6, 1952 At the opening convention, Ike supporters, march¬ ing into the gymnasium, carried signs and posters of their candidates: New Bedford likes Ike”, We want Ike”. By this act the Republicans certainly over¬ shadowed their opponents. The Republicans students ' enthusiasm was so great that Mister Donald Lussier, president of the senior class and chairman of the convention, had much difficulty in bringing the students to order. Following a brief invocation. Mister Lussier gave the convention ' s purpose and asked for a conscious vote from all the students. Mister Claude Brunelle, a small but loyal Repub¬ lican from Pawtucket, Rhode-Island, was the first speaker. He received great roars of approval for his laudation of General Eisenhower. The next speaker, also a senior but a solid Democrat, was Mister Ronaldo Romero. His gestures and mile a minute” talk will remain as one of the convention highlights. Mister Donat Lamothe, a second Republican senior, was the following speaker to step upon the platform. By defending the depression of 1928 and by stating important facts against the Democrats, Mister Lamothe received much attention from his audience. His support of t he Republican Crusade against Com¬ munism was greatly approved by the student body. Following Mister Lamothe to the platform was Mister Robert Savoie, a Democratic senior who de¬ fended the Stevenson policies pertaining to peace. He maintained that soldiers have never been praise¬ worthy Presidents. The chairman then brought the convention to a close by thanking the speakers. The convention gave birth to many discussions which rated first on its list, the problem on Universal Military Training. Normand Sauve ’54 Philippe Goyettte 53 The Second Convention October 8, 1952 Two days later, at 7:15 P. M., the campaigners reassembled in the convention hall, Assumption High School gymnasium, for the second political rally. Demonstrations which consister of parading around the hall and of showing candidate posters were more numerous than at the first convention. Gradually, the trend was becoming more and more in the favor of General Ike”. PAGE FOUR NOVEMBER 1952 These boisterous demonstra¬ tions made it very difficult to open the convention. The chair¬ man, Mister Donald Lussier, final¬ ly succeeded in bringing the assembly to order. For the second time, he reminded the students of the assembly ' s purpose. John Sullivan, a very lively Democrat from the sophomore class, was then introduced as the first speaker of the evening. John, very sincere in his un¬ dertaking, tried to prove to the supporters of each party that the Democrats brought prosperity to the American people. He also accused the Republicans of mak¬ ing numerous blunders in poli¬ tics, especially in the passing of the Taft-Hartley Law. Immediately following his speech, a warlike demonstration was upheld by the Democrats. For the first and only time during the convention, the Democratic supporters raised the roof”. The Eisenhower forces quick¬ ly recovered from their setback with the help of Mister Maurice Brassard, a very convinced Re¬ publican from the sophomore class, Maurice, basing himself on Stevenson ' s divorce, attacked the Democratic candidate from a mo¬ ral point of view. Soon after Mister Brassard ' s speech, John Pierce, a small but capable Democratic defender from Wor¬ cester, rose to the platform. Mister Pierce pointed out that family life and political life should and must not be mixed. John then stated that Adlai is the people ' s choice, for he has one of the best political records any candidate has ever had. The speech was followed by a Democratic roar of approvals. The second convention was then brought to a close by Mister Donald Lussier who reminded the students to vote intelligently. The student body was immediately reunited in the electoral room where the Heritage staff distributed ballot sheets — the students voted with confidence. The convention proved to be an overwhelming victory for the Republicans. Eisenhower and Nixon drew 117 votes compared to Stevenson ' s and Spark¬ man ' s 47. Norma nd Satire 54 Richard Brunelle 54 NOVEMBER 1952 PAGE FIVE PARMI NOUS -- PAUL DEWINTER - Quel est cet etre minuscule qui court avec nous les corridors de l ' Assomption, inapergu? C ' est bien Paul DeWinter, notre confrere du Venezuela, un autre jeune qui a l ' ambition de se faire un nom dans la medecine. Ne a Anvers, en Belgique, ou il demeu- ra pendant huit ans, Paul accompagna ses parents a Caracos, au Venezuela. Sur la recommandation d ' un de nos anciens, Re¬ ne Manes, il entreprit le long voyage a Worcester, en avion — et, le voici — parmi nous. Il se trouve a l ' aise dans notre pays mo- derne. Il nous declare que l ' esprit de cor- dialite qu ' il constate parmi les eleves de l ' Assomption le met naturellement a Rai¬ se. Il s ' interesse au football quoiqu ' il n ' ait jamais participe a ce fameux jeu; c ' est le baseball, surtout, qui le tente, sport qu ' ii jouait regulierement avec un ami intime , Chico Carrasquel, des Chicago White Sox. Il est deja en possession de quatre lan- gues: l ' Espagnol et le Frangais qu ' il parle couramment, le Flamand qu ' il articule avec la meme facilite, et l ' Anglais qu ' il est en train de perfectionner. Il nous apprend qu ' il est vivement interesse a l ' algebre, mais qu ' il trouve une tres grande difficul¬ ty a se familiariser en cette science par suite d ' un vocabulaire trop nouveau pour lui (les explications sont en Anglais). C ' est l ' exemple typique de l ' eleve qui suit les classes en prenant des notes, et il s ' en serf! Nos meilleurs souhaits pour ton succes, Paul; continue tes efforts ambitieux. Robert Dumouchel ’55 IKE VICTOR— — continued from page 1 — of Democratic Tyranny, it ' s Time for Ike ; He ' s the Apple of My Eye, Adlai . Enthusiasm and confidence sojourned in the hearts of each rabid individual who was determined that his party, be it Demo¬ cratic or be it Republican, was the better of the two; furthermore, he resolved to prove it so. At the noon hour of October 6, 1952, animation and impatience filled the air in Assumption ' s own gymnasium where the student body had been asked to assemble. Normand Sauve ’54 DO YOU KNOW LEFTY? Look at that freshman with his hand raised to answer a question in chapel! Who i s he? Peter Thomas Radna! Of course you must know him! Remember the foot¬ ball player with the sprained thumb after the first practice? Peter didn ' t know how to catch a football; he never did it before. Yes, Peter, or more commonly, Lefty , is that remarkable person whom all of us have noticed at one time or another. He was born in Austria fourteen years ago. Almost immediately he moved to Brussels where he lived eight years. In 1947, he came to New York City where his father, an eminent doctor, was practicing. After graduating from St. Catherine ' s grammar school there, he came to Assumption that had been suggested to his parents by the parish priest. Although Lefty spoke only French when he came to New York, he now speaks En¬ glish very well but has forgotten the greater part of his French. While at As¬ sumption, he will no doubt recover what he has forgotten for he is intelligent and capable of learning. An ardent chess player and serious thinker, not rarely do we see him with a knitted, pensive brow. Such seriousness and sobrr thought are indeed remarkable qualities in a freshman! Has Assumption really decided to orga¬ nize a band? Yes, but that ' s only to finance the orchestra which is to follow says Lefty. And who should know better than he since his initiative started the whole project. With Lefty it seems quite natural for he plays several instruments himself. If you lack patience and courage bear in mind Lefty ' s words So what if I sit on the bench during the entire first season; I still have three more years to play football . Pierre Plante ’53 FIGURES NOUVELLES Le temps marche toujours et nous chemi- nons de pair. Dites ce que vous voulez mais l ' Assomption ne change pas malgre tout. Chaque annee quelques figures fami- lieres disparaissent et sont remplacees par d ' autres. Gradue de l ' Assomption, le Pere Roger Ferland est revenu, cette annee, enseigner en Methode, en Syntaxe, et en Elements. Pere affable, les explications abondent chez lui. C ' est une classe qu ' on aime beaucoup . Bien que les eleves se trouvent depourvus de tout amour pour le frangais ils ne peuvent s ' empecher d ' aimer leur professeur. Vous connaissez sans doute notre sur- veillant du dejeuner? C ' est le Reverend Pere James Doyer recemment revenu de France, ou il fit ses etudes. Autre pere bien affable mais pour qui il faut travail- ler. Son but: developper l ' intelligence non pas tellement par le professeur que par les eleves eux-memes; les compositions nom- breuses, la critique, les debats, entre les eleves. La devise: la clarte dans le deve- loppement des idees. Un autre nouveau mais deja bien connu c ' est le Frere Jules Viau. Au college il avait la reputation d ' avoir ete fort en tout. Natif de Holyoke il en est bien fier de cet¬ te pauvre petite ville. Lorsque quelqu ' un sort un bon mot, c ' est lui qui rit le plus fort. Professeur de geographie, son point fort est la creation de l ' atmosphere du su- jet que l ' on etudie. Si le sujet est le temps, on l ' etudie tout comme si l ' on se preparait a devenir meteorologiste; et parce que la memoire se nourrit par la vision, les dia- grammes y abondent. Dans ma precipitation, peut-etre ai-je oublie quelqu ' autre nom; faites-le moi sa- voir et je reparerai mon erreur. Mais a tous ces jeunes professeurs, nos meilleurs voeux de succes. Fernand Roy ’53 QUE FAIT-IL LA? Un fait extraordinaire dans les annales de notre ecole: un versificateur d ' une re- nommee insurpassable pour ses dimen¬ sions gigantesques en hauteur et en lar- geur recolta le fruit de trois ans de bonne conduite. Le vingt octobre, date memorable pour ce jeune homme, le prefet lui confiait la charge de surveiller l ' etude des externes. Fait extraordinaire, on laisse entendre que les eleves sont bien plus tranquilles sous sa surveillance que sous celle d ' un moni- teur regulier. Je me prive de nommer ce favori de l ' autorite, mais, tout de meme, j ' aimerais feliciter M. Edmond Brunelle de son succes et lui souhaiter de garder long- temps cette parfaite maitrise de lui-meme qui lui donne tant de poids aupres des autres. Normand Grondi n 53 IN MEMORIAM Nous recommandons a vos ardentes prieres, M. Telesphore Labelle, de Pitts¬ field, Mass., pere de Telesphore Label¬ le, actuellement eleve de Versification. Le Pere Leo Martin et une delegation d ' eleves ont represente l ' Ecole Supe- rieure aux funerailles. PAGE SIX NOVEMBER 1952 E LOBSERVATEUR Une nouvelle annee scolaire! . est- elle porteuse de joie dans sa nouveaute? n ' a-t-elle point pour nous quelque tristesse en reserve? . l ' avenir le dira, mais voici Jean Lenalf revenu. Avec son bagage de nouvelles, ne reus- sira-t-il qua ennuyer? . ses indiscretions auront-elles l ' heure de derider vos fronts soucieux ou parfois de jeter certains dans l ' effroi ou l ' embarras? A peine un mois ecoule et son carnet s ' est noirci de faits bizarres. .C ' est la premiere classe de latin en Versification. Personne n ' ose a peine bou- ger . un seul pourtant a l ' audace de relever sa crete de coq . cette bravoure n ' a pas dure longtemps. Eh, Grondin! . pourquoi as-tu choisi un autre cours? .Avis: avez-vous des termites a ven- dre? Venez done voir un certain groupe de Versificateurs. . M. Gosselin se trouva fortement embarrasse lorsque notre prefet lui ordon- na d ' effacer a l ' eau ses tatouages: ga lui pris de longues explications pour le con- vaincre qu ' ils ne s ' otaient pas si simple- ment. Un professeur se promit meme de lui faire remarquer que ces desseins n ' etaient guere la marque des bons gargons. .On raconte qu ' un certain de nos il- lustres joueurs de football ' ” s ' etait coupe en se rasant, alors pour egaliser la cou- pure, il se fit une entaille de l ' autre cote. Ce meme monsieur chercha un jour a faire du disappearing ink en melangeant de l ' eradicator avec son encre; pourtant, je l ' ai observe Lefty et il me semble etre un bien bon gars. .Les Methodistes se demandent s ' ils ont decouvert un futur Ed Sullivan renom- me pour sa mine toujours serieuse. .Les Versificateurs se souviennent de ces temps lointains alors qu ' en elements il leur etait imperieusement defendu d ' ecou- ter le radio au dortoir de peur que ga ne derange les peres et voici que mainte- nant on y danse les danses frangaises! O tempora . O mores . LES RESPONSABLES— — continued from page 1 — l ' objet des bons soins d ' un des versifica¬ teurs les plus forts en frangais, Fernand Roy. Comme Albert D’Amours etait assistant de l ' editeur des sports l ' annee passee, son experience 1‘aidera beaucoup a donner un apergu des jeux sportifs, pour le benefice des eleves qui manqueront ces parties. On peut conter sur Emmanuel Dutremble pour remplir adroitement la position et les ennuis de la partie anglaise. Son talent et son initiative sont des garanties qu ' il re- ussira a bien accomplir ce travail. Et maintenant que votre curiosite est satisfaite, vous pourrez jouir en paix de la lecture de l ' Heritage. Fernand Bergeron ’33 Robert Lawrence 33 .Tico, absorbe comme Hamlet dans de profonds problemes se retrouve couche dans le lit d ' un autre. .Voyons, Bedard, on ne fait pas une vie dans un lit! .Les Elements deviennent plus eton- nants chaque annee. En voici un qui est capable de montrer le blanc de ses yeux. .Ah! que notre vie sera heureuse lorsqu ' il n ' y aura plus de cloches a l ' As- somption. M. Gosselin et M. Tourville sont parmi ceux qui ne peuvent absolu- ment pas entendre la cloche du reveil le matin. Et que pensez-vous de M. Lussier qui, apres avoir fixe son cadran pour se lever de bonne heure, fut presque le seul au dortoir a ne pas l ' entendre. .Attention! Il y a un certain collegien, nomme Richard Fortin, qui parfois est mo- niteur, parfois ne l ' est pas. On a surpris sur les levres de Pop une nouvelle expression, Good bye, Charlie . Comme c ' est naturel! Quel est ce club auquel on peut appar- tenir qu ' a la seule condition de fumer et de recevoir des lettres des filles. Ils se van- tent aussi d ' avoir une grande drag avec Genius . Est-ce vrai? Tous ceux qui au- raient interet a entrer dans ce club n ' ont qu ' a s ' adresser aux messieurs D ' A, N., N., D. Jean Lenaif Chemistry. To them belongs the honor of inventing the oxygen bomb . We wish to offer our deepest sympathies to the sophomores . They have just ex¬ perienced the gentle caresses of Mother Gilbert . Perry Poirier has acquired a very strong drag with Pop Etienne. I heard his laugh has made him popular every¬ where. Didn ' t we all hear him at the poli¬ tical conventions? It seems that the seniors are endowed with an elegant French vocabulary . when Father Edgar is around . right Satch ? Our distinguished monitor, Browski Brassard, is asking all students to wear long sleeves in Chapel. No exceptions! We wish to thank everyone who parti¬ cipated in moving the bleachers on the football field, although we think that all four sections should have been moved to¬ gether. Did anybody listen to the Lava pro¬ gram lately? Normand Grondin, the F. B. I. agent, would like to know what hap¬ pened. Until next time, this is your phantom reporter who sees all, hears all; so be on guard. U Mil HEAR SEE SPEAK Hollo everyone. If you think that nothing over happens on the Assumption Campus, you haven ' t seen Bernard Cabana. It seems that Casa has been trading nuts with the squirrels. However, he has refused their invitation to climb up a tree. By the way, did you ever see him combing his hair before getting in bed — and with such sweet hair tonic too. I wonder what he dreams about . ... Rosaire Charland, a student with ori¬ ginal ideas, has discovered a new way of turning corners with a tractor. When he wants to make a left turn, he turns right and makes one and a quarter turn. Wouldn ' t you like to land in the hospi¬ tal? Albert Menard would, and no wonder — you should hear him describe those nurses. It ' s amazing how soon the professors think of June. Only a few days after wo arrived, they told us that we could leave five days earlier. Is Roger Gallant late for class? He must have had another accident, or didn ' t he know that a car needs gasoline to start. The sophomore dorm has been equipped with a human bell. Roland Noel should feed his nightmares; maybe they wouldn ' t bother him anymore. Dick Loranger is suffering from over¬ work. Those football practices are just too hard for him. So, a lover of Latin, he catches up on his sleep in Father Gilbert ' s classes. Robert Lawrence and Chick Theriault have been awarded the Nobel Prize in LITTLE U. N. On Thursday, October 23, 1952, a most extraordinary meeting took place here at Assumption. Representatives of many na¬ tions gathered together to celebrate the seventh birthday of the United Nations. Haiti, Puerto Rico, France, Belgium, to mention a few, were represented among the group of about 20 students of different nationalities now studying in Worcester and vicinity. Few were acquainted with English, but, despite this barrier, the evening was passed quite enjoyably. Discussions on the problems, the failures, and successes of the United Nations were but a part of the activities. Games requiring a certain amount of dexterity were the high spots of the evening, but all tended to make the evening a great success. This example of how people of different nationalities, languages, and customs can live together in harmony proves that there is hope for the U. N. in its fight for peace, security and accord among nations. FACULTY ADVISORS Rev. Edgar Bourque, A. A. Rev. Etienne Aubert, A. A. Rev. Ulric Charpentier, A. A. Editor in Chief . Donald Lussier Assistant Editor . Donat Lamothe Business Manager .. Normand Lemaire French Editor . Fernand Roy English Editor .... Emmanuel Dutremble Feature Editor . William Brunelle Sports Editor . Albert D ' Amours Official Photographers Loring Studios NOVEMBER 1952 PAGE SEVEN Gridiron Highlights in the first quarter, the two teams boxed each other around inconclusively; the sin¬ gle touchdown proved to be a sufficienl margin because of strong defensive wort by both lines. The defensive standouts in the Assump¬ tion line were Bob Laurence and Pete Pel¬ letier, who were thorns in the sides of the opposing backs. Offensively, Don Lussier and Larry Bedard paved the way to a successful victory. ASSUMPTION 7 — WARE 12 Getting off to another fast start, the Blue and White went all the way after a nice interception by Red Sauve. From this point on, Assumption dominated all the first half play. The second half proved again to be a nemesis to Pierre ' s Pups, the Ware Indians slipping through the deci¬ sive touchdowns. Assumption proved help¬ less in the third quarter, and their last minute surge in the fourth quarter was futile, as time ran out. Junior Gerry Chartier ' s all-around play and Don Lussier ' s 17 yard broken field running touchdown proved to be the bright spots in the Assumption lineup. ASSUMPTION 19 — CLASSICAL 13 Seeking second place honors in City- Wide play, a game Assumption squad in¬ vaded the Athletic Field to encounter a favored Classical High. Despite an early Tiger tally, Pierre ' s Pups came back with a TD score of their own, Loranger going over with a 25-yard pass from Lussier, to make the score 7-6 at halftime. Breaking their second half jinx, the Blue and White, led by Captain Don Lussier, went wild. Plunging across the 2-yard line, Don Lussier put Telesphore into the lead for the first time in the game. After Clas¬ sical had regained their lead. Assump¬ tion ' s outlook was very dim. However, af¬ ter Lussier had crossed the last stripe on an 88-yard run . after the crowd had stopped cheering . after everyone had wiped the tears from his eyes . then Assumption knew that they had come through with their backs to the wall. As a conclusion to a good season, we, sportswriters of the Heritage, tip our ha to Red Sauve for it was through his able quarterbacking that our scores were made possible. A l D ' amours 53 Lefty Goudrault 54 ASSUMPTION 6 — ST, BERNARD ' S 13 The opening whistle found a green As¬ sumption High team kicking off to a fa¬ vored St. Bernard ' s squad. Nevertheless, the underdogs plunged headlong into a courageous attack, their hopes dying on the eight yard line, due to several penal¬ ties. Tight defensive work on the part of both teams made it possible for them to emerge in a scoreless tie at halftime, only to see their deadlock broken as the Saints pushed across two tallies in the third quar¬ ter. The spirited pups broke through the Bernadine defense, passing their way to pay dirt, but all to no avail, as the final whistle marked the end of their struggle. The Assumption offense was sparked by the accurate spot passing of Captain Don Lussier to his able receivers, while defen¬ sive honors in the line were taken by right end Dick Loranger. GET IN THERE AND HIT ASSUMPTION 6 — CHELMSFORD 32 The Blue and White traveled to Chelms¬ ford to encounter a strong Chelmsford High team. The game got under way with a bang as the Lions drew first blood in the first few minutes of play. From this point on, it was obvious that the Little Greyhounds were outclassed; adequate reserve strength and a fast running team permitted Chelmsford to consistently break through the Assumption line. A long pass irom Don Lussier to Lar¬ ry Bedard covering 70 yards resulted in an Assumption tally in the fourth period. This heave stimulated new life in the A ' s but came too late, as the next few plays brought the end of the game. On the Assumption side of the ledger, the all-around play of Captain Lussier and Gerry Chartier is deserving of high praise while the fine kicking of Connie Ferland proved to be vital in preventing any further scoring on the part of the opponents. ASSUMPTION 6 — LEICESTER 0 After having exchanged punts, the spi¬ rited Greyhounds began a long persever¬ ing march, which ended only when they reached their goal. After this touchdown The Tennis Tournament In the early part of October, Paul Gou¬ let, the varsity tennis team manager, en¬ couraged by the weather and the great number of tennis enthusiasts, undertook the task of initiating the annual tennis tournament. Forty-one candidates eagerly answered the call of the courts . Though retarded by the oncoming frost, the tournament ' finally came to a climax in the finals match. Tall and lanky Marc La- brosse and short and stocky Edward Co- meau, the polished pros of the high school, capped off the tournament in an exhibition of tennis experience. The final¬ ists, also last year ' s finalists, had to play their match in overcoats because of cold weather. Comeau, the number one man on the varsity tennis team, overpowered La- brosse, who proved to be a very worthy adversary. By means of hard drives and well-placed serves, the victor, incidentally for the second consecutive year won by scores of 6-2, 6-1, 6-1. Credit is also due to the semi-finalists, Bernard Cabana and Paul Jean, who gave the finalists a run for their money . A special mention must be made concerning the semi-finals match between Marc Labrosse and Bernard Ca¬ bana. This particular match was a near upset for Cabana, for Labrosse was heavily favored. As the sun sets upon the tennis courts of Assumption, who knows what the future holds in store for prospective tennis en¬ thusiasts? Pierre A. Tougas 53 PAGE EIGHT NOVEMBER 1952 VOL III Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., January 1953 NO. 2 Going to Moscow Father George Bissonnette, former high school and college professor and baseball coach, has recently been issued a visa by the Soviet Embassy in Washington for his entry into Russia. He will relieve Father Louis-Ro- bert Brassard, once high school dean and college treasurer, of his duties as embassy chaplain in Moscow. Father George assumes this charge as a direct result of the Roosevelt-Litvinov agree¬ ment of 1933, which provides the embassy with the right to a Catholic chaplain. He will be the fourth Roman Catholic priest to go under this provision. All have been As- sumptionists. The first, Father Leopold Braun, who re¬ mained for 12 years before being ousted by the Russian authorities on rather nonsensi¬ cal charges, last year lectured to the student body on his exploits. Father Antonio Laber- ge, who served for the three years following, is actually professor of Latin and of Russian in the College Department. At the age of 31, Father Bissonnette is, of all four, the best prepared for the formi¬ dable task awaiting him. Lately he received his M. A. degree from the Russian Center of Fordham University after a year and a half’s study. Since September ’52, he has been fur¬ thering his knowledge of Russian at George¬ town University. An Assumption graduate of ’39, High School, and ’43, College, he was a classmate of Father Theodore Lussier, now master-of- novices at the Quebec Noviciate, with whom (continued on page 6) Our Bishop Speaks This year’s first Assumption Book Forum was held November 17, in the Assumption Auditorium, under the chairmanship of Fr. Vincent Dolbec. The first speaker of the year was Bishop John J. Wright, who re¬ viewed the recently published book, “Our Bishop Speaks”. The subject of his lecture, “Social Thought of the American Hierar¬ chy,” stressed particularly the importance and the significance of the Catholic Hierar¬ chy and also its opinions on the various present day problems facing the country. He detailed carefully problems such as la¬ bor and management, education and racial discrimination, repudiating at the same time the false idea that the Catholic Church is a censoring body whose main work is con¬ demning movies, books and the like. The Church is not as restrictive as it is progres¬ sive and constructive, he said. The letters contained in this book were written by pre¬ lates “typically American and intensely Ca¬ tholic” and are in greater majority “pr o¬ gressive, practical, moderate, and above all, American.” As he concluded his talk, he assured us that if the tyrannical forces of socialism or communism were to invade our shores “the Catholic Hierarchy would produce its full quota of champions of personal freedom and religious independence.” After having given this truly enlightening expose of the Church’s place in American problems he answered the questions asked by the audience. His answer to one in particu- (continued on page 6) NEW COACH Not a stranger to a basketball court, “Charlie” Bibaud, new Assumption coach, played four years on the Assumption High team and was a well-known figure on the College five. After successfully coaching the Grey¬ hound baseball team last spring, Charley is now taking charge of the High School bas¬ ketball squad. Receiving his basketball “sav¬ vy” under the coaching of Brother Donat Durand and Bob Cousy’s summer school, Charley started putting it into practice, coaching last year’s J. V. Now comes his big test. Known as one of the youngest basket¬ ball coaches in New England, he may this season prove to be one of the best. Charley has a way of keeping the respect of the players under him, though he is but a few years older than some of the boys. He is well liked by everyone on the squad, this being an important factor in coaching a suc¬ cessful team. Stressing very aggressive offense and de¬ fense, Charley should have one of the fastest, most alert, hardest fighting squads in the city. The main point of his offense is the fa¬ mous weave, alternated with a series of plays that brought Holy Cross to the N. C. A. A. tournament in ’49. The two big mainstays of this year’s squad (continued on page 6) Tenir Ses Resolutions ... Ha! Avez-vous deja pris vos resolutions poui 1 anncc 1953. Alors (franchement parlant) si quelqu’un par malheur vous demandait de les lui enumerer, pourriez-vous? Ah! il est certain que la nouvelle annee nous presente une double occasion: tout d’abord, celle de prendre des resolutions et ensuite (et particulierement) celle de les oublier. Sincerement, qui d’entre vous parlera au mois de fe- vrier des resolutions prises au debut de l’annee? L’annee est a peine entamee et chacun de nous a plus d’une fredaine (bien grosse quelquefois) sur la conscience. Pourquoi done les oublie-t-on ces resolutions? II me semble que la raison est excessivement simple: nous croyons que nos resolutions sont bonnes, fermes, et utiles, mais en realite, elles ne le sont pas. Beaucoups d’eleves pensent qu ' on prend des resolutions pour le “fun”; uniquement par habitude. Ils ne pensent o-uere aux motifs serieux auquels ils nous obligent a recourir. Avant tout, il faut bien savoir le sens et le but de cha- cune de nos resolutions. Il est absolument necessaire que nous les choisissions avec une attention speciale. Ainsi nous fonnerons de bonnes resolutions. Est-ce necessaire de vous rappeler que la resolution doit etre ferme? N’oubliez pas cependant qu’une resolution n’est pas une “joke”. Enfin il faut choisir une resolution utile; utile a nous personnellement en nous aidant a nous corriger d’un defaut, utile a notre prochain en le rendant meilleur. Avec ces trois qualites, certes, nous serons plus convaincus de la necessite de tenir nos resolutions. Nous pouvons tous prof iter de bonnes resolutions! Normand Sauue ’54 SPARKLING START We’re not slowing down for anybody and we’re not losing without a good fight”, said Charlie Bibaud during the pre-season scrimmages. Thus far, the fast-breaking and good ball-handling Little Greyhounds have lived up to the challenging words of their young and ambitious coach. In seven starts, they have dropped but one and slowed down?? .not yet. Our quintet downed Prouty in the opener without too much trouble . they looked good all the way . they were calm . their superiority was evident. The next four games were all hard fought: Trade, Classical and St. Petei all bowed to the Assumption speedsters, while Leominster upset the Greyhounds in the final quarter. The Trade, Classical and St. Peter games all followed the same trend. Our precise ball-handling five were quick to take the lead in all three . seldom were they behind .the first two ended a little on the sensational side while, in the latter, the Greyhounds had a comfortable lead in the final minutes. The Leominster game was different: the Greendalers were hot, but so was Leominster. Unlike the previous games, the score changed hands by four or five points sev¬ eral time during the encounter. In the final quarter, height and familiarity with their box-like gym proved to be deci¬ sive factors in the Leominster victory. Vacation time rolled around and the coming of 53 saw our quintet romp over two smaller schools: Notre Dame and Holy Name. The outlook for sensation-packed games in the Green¬ dalers gym is bright. Win or lose the Greyhounds wall fight ' till the end . they’ve proved this at the Leominster game. They’re just waiting for a crack at the champs . whether they win or lose, I feel sure our boys will put on a good showing. Donald Lussier ’53 Music in the Air. The tedious school day is over. The confining classes are finished for another day. The after effects of a Latin version or a chemistry exam are slowly wearing off and everyone is exhausted. Groups gather outside. And with the opening chorus of “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad,” all the day’s troubles seem to disappear. “Music has charms to soothe the savage beast, to soften rocks, to bend the knotted oak” and to relax the anxious minds of tired stu¬ dents. Attempts to organize this popular pastime into a glee- club have failed in the past. Now with the institution of an active and prospering French club the problem of this ex¬ tracurricular activity has been made much easier. One night a week has been put aside for group singing. There is every reason to believe that all will enjoy it and welcome this new idea. This, however, is just a beginning. Later as student in¬ terest becomes greater, perhaps it will be possible to form a real glee-club presenting programmes of music much as the classes prepare and present theatrical productions. But we must first show our interest, before leaping into something with which we may not be able to cope. A song needs voices to sing it. Good or bad, we hope to have them. So looking forward to seeing and hearing some of the more talented (?) virtuosos (?) of the student body on the Monday evenings to come, we anticipate a great success. “It’s a Grand Night for Singing”. So let’s all join in. Donat Lamothe ’53 THE STUDENT ' S CHOICE Senior Donald Lussier has been proclaimed winner of the Student Government Day election held here at Assump¬ tion. Don was the overwhelming choice of the student body as he amassed a total of 157 votes compared to 40 for his opponent. The worthwhile opposition was furnished by another Senior, Mel Dutremble. On March 13, Lussier will travel to the State House in Boston. There, we all hope, he will make people sit up and take notice of Assumption. Good luck, Don. Normand Lemaire ’53 PAGE TWO JANUARY 1953 Pourquoi Parler Fran$ais? Question cpineuse, question delicate, qui depuis un certain temps, autour de nous, fait l ' objet de discussions assez apres ou on ne cherche meme pas a poser en principe que le fait frangais existe, qu ' on ne peut le nier et qu ’il faut done essayer de le comprendre. Parler frangais, e’est entrer en communication avee un monde riche de faits et de pensees. La langue frangaise nous donne d ' abord acces a ce grand pays du Canada. Elle nous ouvre la porte sur un peu- ple qui longtemps a souffert pour ses ideals, ses moeurs, ses institutions, sa langue, sa foi et de cette souffrance est nee une connaissance profonde des verites de la vie. Nos freres Canadiens sont sortis de cette lutte avec une ardeur, un en- thousiasme, une hardiesse, un culte de la famille et surtout un sens profond du Catholicisme que beaucoup pourraient leur envier. Le culte de la famille! Si e’etait la seule chose que les Etats-Unis puisse acquerir du Canada, ce serait de- ja un tresor formidable. L’amour du foyer, l’amour des en- fants, e’est la une des plus magnifiques prerogatives et aussi une des plus grandes richesses de ce pays feconcl. C’est peut- etre justement parce qu’ils n’ont pas ce culte de la famille que les Americains sont toujours a se demander pourquoi ils ne sont pas heureux, pourquoi leur vie est tellement super- ficielle. Cependant les Canadiens sont surtout remarqua- bles pour la ferveur de leur Catholicisme. “De la souf¬ france les Canadiens sont sortis trempes dans les verites vraiment fondamentales du Christianisme. Ils ont reconnu qu’une vie de prosperity en est une ou les lois naturelles, voulues par Dieu, ont ete respectees et ou les facultes natu¬ relles ont eu leur plus grand developpement. Ce ne sont pas les Americains avec leurs “ulcers, neuroses, complexes and millions’ qu’on doit admirer, mais les Canadiens qui ont su reconnaitre les verites qui conduisent vers l’ordre de la paix. Notre frangais nous donne aussi acces a la France et surtout a sa culture. Elle a tout a nous offrir, cette culture frangaise, car elle est le croisement et comme l’achevement des deux plus grandes cultures de tous les temps; la culture latine et surtout la culture grecque. Meditez ces paroles d’Henri d ' Arles, “Aux origines de la langue frangaise il y a l’hellenisme, l’hellenisme qui fut dans l’ordre intellectuel le plus beau moment de 1’antiquite.” Les Grecques ont excelle dans presque tous les genres litteraires et restent encore au- jourd’hui comme des types exemplaires, presque insurpassa- bles. Maitres en poesie epique, en lyrisme et surtout dans la philosophic, l’eloquence, et l’histoire, tout leur genie a ete assiinile par le frangais. “Le genie frangais est un genie d ' ordre, de mesure qui respecte la hierarchie des valeurs, qui met la qualite avant la quantite et qui trouve l’esprit de finesse superieure a l’esprit de geometrie.” Voici, je crois, quelques raisons qui pousseraient a par¬ ler frangais. L’effort, loin d’etre complet, est plutot lan- guissant, mais au inoins s’il peut aboutir a eveiller la curio- site pour les richesses qu’offre cette langue, il aura atteint son but. Fernand Roy ’53 PARENTS ' REUNION On November sixteenth, cars from all parts of New England streamed up the avenue. The parents ' reunion, first of its kind, proved to be an encouraging success. The chapel served as an appropriate gathering-place. The parents were greeted with a heart-warming message by the Superior. Fr. Edgar explained the ambiguities and the deep mysteries of the fateful report-card. The Dean of Men, Fr. Amarin, explained the trouble spots in discipline and the need of cooperation between parent and teacher. During intermission poured forth into the study and the lenghtly passages of the building a tremendous number of much enlightened parents. The reunion presented an occasion to find out the views of the parents on many points. These impressions we pass on to the students. If you are under the impression that only deans and “profs” are dissatisfied with your work, think again. We find that the majority of the parents feel that their boys “could do more”. All fathers, and some mothers, too, seem to be avid sport fans. They want to see sports at Assumption. They admire the spirit of the “Boys in Blue White” but they would rather see us lose if the stars have to turn away in order to grind a little harder at the wheel. They are much disappointed in the number of cultural activities that the boys present themselves; as to plays, mu¬ sicals, pageants, and the like, “I think that these things are an integral part of education and of student life”, said one parent. They also wanted more social gatherings, more so¬ cial clubs such as the successful “Amis de l’Assomption”. While this parent ' s reunion did not take on a social aspect, others are being planned which will bring the parents more in contact with one another. Perhaps most outstanding will be a proposed gala occasion to take place in the spring. It will demand tremendous work on the part of the students and unlimited cooperation with the faculty. The result will be an exhibition which the parents have asked for. Pierre A. Tougas ’53 Jean-Paul Page ’53 JANUARY 1953 PAGE THREE t ♦ DEVOUEME Combien de services nous sont rendus sans attirer notre attention, ni eveiller notre reconnaissance? N ' en citerai-je que pour l’exemple, le tra¬ vail de nos freres convers? Tout comme les machinistes derriere les scenes de theatre, ils font partie de cet acte du drame de la vie que Ton appelle notre vie scolaire. Ainsi que ces travailleurs obscurs, nos freres et leurs oeuvres demeurent presque inconnus. II est tout a fait certain cependant, que sans nos freres, la vie de notre college demeurerait incomplete. Dans notre vie d’ecolier, ils occupent une place de tres haute importance. Ge sont eux qui, par leurs efforts infatiga- bles rendent notre sejour a l’Assomption plus agreable. Cependant jetons aujourd’hui un regard derriere les coulisses de no¬ tre “theatre” oil nous jouons un “acte” de notre vie, et constatons que par leur devouement ces travailleurs nous permettent de jouer notre part sans anxiete et avec plus de chances de succes. D’abord, allons droit au but: notre regime. C’est un vrai probleme que de nourrir un tel nombre d’eleves; il est d ' extreme importance d’avoir un homme tres competent, aux decisions rapides, au coup d ' oeil sur. Vous avez tous reconnu notre cher Frere Armand. Loin de nous d’oublier sa diligente direction de notre magasin. Mais en plus, si nous avons le mal- heur d’attraper la moindre maladie, de sentir le plus petit bobo, c’est en¬ core le Frere Armand qui se charge de nous soigner avec un coeur de ma- man a l’infirmerie. Avez-vous deja constate la proprete exterieure aussi bien qu’interieu- re de notre maison? Vous vous etes dit: “Frere Vincent a du passer par la, frottant, balayant, epoussetant corridors et escaliers. Vous la connais- sez bien cette bonne tete legendaire de notre Frere Vincent. Dans ce tra¬ vail peu reluisant, notre Frere montre autant de devouement que d’achar- nement. Que voulez-vous, c’est un breton! Serions-nous capables d’autant d ' entetement dans nos etudes? r SANS FIN t t Entrez dans nos classes, dans notre salle d’etude. Le Frere Vianney et son equipe y font regner la proprete. II s’attaque a son travail avec une ardeur, telle qu’il y a du deja se reposer a l’hopital. Rarement avons-nous vu une ecole aussi propre que la notre, grace au travail inlassable de ces freres. II est hors de doute, que nous tous, les eleves, nous aimons nous cou- cher le soir dans un lit ou les draps respirent la fraicheur et la nettete. Mais avons-nous deja songe a ceux qui rendent possible cette joie; j’ai nomme notre cher Frere Arthur ainsi que nos devouees soeurs, qui pres- que sans arret mettent en branle toutes ces grosses machines de la buande- rie et du repassage pour servir non seulement l’ecole superieure, mais la maison entiere. Travailleurs diligents a qui vous devez un peu de grati¬ tude. Si, en certaines circonstances, vous etes venus a nos fetes, vous avez pu constater l’ensemble harmonieux, la recherche de nos mises en scene, les creations toujours originales de la graduation ou a l’occasion de la ve¬ nue d ' un hote distingue. Demandez done au Frere Vianney ce que tout cela lui rapporte comme maux de tete et irritation de la bile; il se fait tant un point d’honneur de faire les choses a la perfection. Ajoutez-y le bon rire et le temperament de notre bon Frere Leopold, et vous aurez la le secret du succes de nos diverses fetes. En voulez-vous un autre: vous le reconnaitrez tout de suite, car il se plaint souvent que son “Cadillac” ne marche pas. Peut-etre l’avez-vous vu faire le tour du coin sur deux roues en dirigeant vers le champ de base¬ ball pour couper le gazon. Ce n’est autre que le Frere Roger. Ce jeune homme robuste, toujours souriant, inspire la gaiete partout. Il se montre tres habile, non seulement comme conducteur de tracteur, mais encore comme plombier et electricien, car e’est une aide precieuse pour ce genial Frere Rosaire, toujours en quete de decouvertes. Richard Brunelle ’54 Raymond Haling ’54 Paul Archamhault ’54 UN SUCCES La petie piece, “L’homme qui maria une femme muette”, fut magnifiquement repre¬ sentee sur la scene du Cercle Frangais. Je veux offrir mes sinceres felicitations a la classe de Syntaxc, mais surtout a M. Nor- mand Paulhus qui organisa cette seance. Quant aux acteurs, tous jouerent merveilleu- sement bien, mais les plus grands honneurs furent merites par M. Maurice Brassard, un docteur passionne qui fait rire jusqu’aux lar- mes. M. Dumouchel et M. Sullivan prirent avec beaucoup de naturel les roles de l’epoux et l’epouse. J’espere que la Syntaxe nous offrira d’au- tres soirees pareilles et, si faisant, rendra d’autres lemons de sincerite et d’unite aux autres classes. J’espere bien aussi que la clas¬ se de Syntaxe ait des imitateurs. Normand Grondin ’53 Cooperative Response Renders Concert a Success On November 23, the Worcester Sympho¬ ny Orchestra made its first appearance in the Assumption College Auditorium. Daniel Sylvester, Sr., founder and conductor-emori- tus, honored the College by his presence. At the age of eighty-nine, this astonishing indi¬ vidual is still the guiding spirit of the or¬ chestra. The newly-reorganized company, with large enough a membership to perform the standard symphonic repertoire, appeared un¬ der the competent baton of Ernest Reopel. Graceful expressiveness marked the bowing of the Concert Mistress, Alice Erickson. Mozart’s “Symphony in G minor” headed the unusually well-balanced program of the evening. The delicate lacework of this com¬ position, while giving allusions of melan¬ choly dreams, illustrated the dramatic and angelic purity of Mozart’s genius. The next selection, “Invitation to the Dance” by C. M. Weber, s parkled with fiery gaiety. Mendelssohn’s unimpassioned longing for purity penetrated his carefully worked- out instrumental composition, the “Ruy Bias Ouverture” which followed. Next, came the majestic “March” from Tanhauser, by Wag¬ ner. A suave rendition of Tchaikovsky’s “An¬ dante Cantabile”, mostly creditable to the resonant string section, preceded the last se¬ lection, the non-forgettable “Finlandia”, by Sibelius. Unfortunately, the forty-eight members of the organization were somewhat unequal¬ ly apportioned to the instrumental sections. Of the entire program, only the second movement of Mozart’s “Symphony in G” showed a noteworthy tinge of tediousness. At the conclusion of the evening, Father Ulric, speaking for the faculty, reminded the student body, “. that symphonic concert of this caliber is a most effective complement in achieving our aim, the classical training.” Roger Leveillee ’53 Raymond Beauregard ’53 CHEMIST’S LAMENT Sing a song of sulfide, Beaker full of lime, 4 and 20 test tubes breaking all the time; When the cork is taken out, The fumes begin to reek; Isn’t that an awful mess to have three times a week? CHRISTMAS PARTY We, the Seniors of ’53, had the great plea¬ sure of participating in, and attending the last of our Christmas parties at Assumption. This party will really be a memorable one, for we obtained excellent performances on the part of many, one of which is Chick Theriault, our unbeatable master of ceremo¬ nies. Pursue your talent brother! The Se¬ niors were also marked by their glee club and the instrument playing of Roger Tour- ville. Let us not forget Santa’s little elf, Del Cournoyer, who aided Chick in the intro¬ ductions. We must not overlook the underclassmen by any means, for they were excellent. The Juniors proved their worth and willingness by demonstrating their singing and instru¬ ment playing ability. The Juniors have a fine class capable of guiding the reins once we are gone. The Sophomores guided by the insepara¬ bles, Berthiaume, Leroy, Asselin and Du¬ mouchel, really made things lively with their pantomine version of “The Lighthouse Mur¬ der”. This was enjoyed by one and all. Keep it up fellas! The upcomers, better known as the Fresh¬ men, astonished all by their impetus in par¬ ticipating whole-heartedly in the success of this joyful party. They have employed much of their leisure time to produce their Ma and Pa Hillbilly sequence as well as their version of the Nativity with the aid of some of the Sophomores. The monitors, Willy and Brow- ski, should hold a place in our hearts, for they made this party capable of being rea¬ lized. It is evident that the faculty enjoyed this party as much as the students. Our party was introduced by a few words from our most Reverend Superior, Father Armand Desautels. The party was later in¬ tervened by welcomed delicacies which were wonderfully prepared. The climax of our party was attained by the presentation of the film entitled, “The Black Arrow”. Leo Archambault ’53 IN MEMORIAM Nous recommandons a vos ferven- tes prieres, M. Albert C. Gaucher, decede a Spencer, frere de M. Val- more X. Gaucher, professeur a I ' Eco- le Superieure. OUR BISHOP SPEAKS—cont. lar should be mentioned as it concerns the Church’s feeling towards peacetime compul¬ sory military training. The Church opposes it, he said, for three reasons: The ultimate result of this system would be a state of mi¬ litarism, as shown by Germany in recent years. This system also tends to lead to an appalling moral perversion. Lastly, it was not the intention of American parents that their children be raised as military personel. It is their desire and the desire of the Church that they be peace loving, successful Amer¬ ican citizens. Donat Lamothe ’53 NEW COACH—cont. are co-captains “Norm” Marois and “Con” Ferland. Charley has much faith in these two boys, both having a remarkable shooting eye and a lot of basbetball know-how. Not to be overlooked is the flashy Joe Bouchard also with a very deadly eye and an extraordinary knack for setting up plays. To Charley go our most sincere hopes that he will fulfill Assumption’s dreams of getting a crack at the Western Mass. Tournament. Good luck Charley. Albert D’Amours ’53 GOING TO MOSCOW—cont. he was ordained in ’49, and of Brother Do¬ nat Durand, former High School athletic di¬ rector, now studying at Catholic University. Father George’s ministerial functions will be considerably moderated by the iron-fist of the Soviet regime. However Cardinal Spell¬ man’s briefing to Father Brassard, his pre¬ decessor, before he left for Moscow in 1950 can not be forgotten. He insisted upon the tremendous importance that the Holy Sacri¬ fice of the Mass be offered daily in Moscow, headquarters of the subversive activities a- gainst the Church. Raymond Beauregard ’53 FACULTY ADVISORS Rev. Edgar Bourque, A. A. Rev. Etienne Aubert, A. A. Rev. Ulric Ch arpentier, A. A. Editor-in-Chief . . Donald Lussier Assistant Editor . Business Manager .... . Normand Lemaire French Editor . . Fernand Roy English Editor . Emmanuel Dutremble Feature Editors . . Leo Archambault William Brunelle Sports Editor . .. . Albert D ' Amours Student Photog ' er ... Raymond Beauregard Official Photographers . Loring Studios PAGE SIX JANUARY 1953 HfcAR SPE- AK AROl HD FHE CAMPUS Well, I hope that everyone has had a pleasant mistletoe season. However, before the Christmas vacation, quite a few interest¬ ing incidents had occured. Assumption start¬ ed its basketball season and, like always, some student wanted to attract attention. Shutting off the time-clock was a good way to do it, “Hugo”. A protest has been made against Ray As- selin: his girl demands that he shave closer. Our friend “Lefty” Radna is still active in the popularity field. He now challenges anyone to the noble game of chess. Anyone want to try? A certain senior and his recently acquired friend both seem to possess something in common: dimples. “If you can’t express the word just subs¬ titute it by a whistle”, says Dick Loranger. Have you heard the latest facts? Our celebrated professor of Evolution has (in his young days) (?) knocked out the 1920 Featherweight Champion. Our school has quite a few prospective scientists: “Little Einstein” Bergeron has formulated a profound theory in Chemistry; George Gemme is constantly producing new principles in Physics; Bouvier, experimenting in General Science, only succeeded in burn¬ ing his finger. Incidentally, Grondin likes to eat that charcoal. “Uncle Icky” Beaulac slept right through a great fight in the Freshmen dorm: Adrian Levesque vs. Joe Palooka (nightmare). Even though someone turned the light on in his room, our exhausted monitor just wouldn’t wake up. I hear singing! Oh, it’s “Goosey” Gosse- lin doing his act again. Charlie Amyot is still undecided whether he prefers to stay in the infirmary or go to class. By all means, take it easy, Charlie! Father Anton requested Maurice Morin to give his opinion about the class . he did. Here comes a Johnny Hynes’ boy! It’s Claude Brunelle with his swinging key chain. “Satch” Tremblay is still talking about the Holy Name Dance. It’s funny how all the girls went for him — it must be that loquacious personality. The Freshmen class is making a name for itself. Eugene Thuot has already proven his ability in ping-pong and Freshman C is do¬ ing very well in basketball with Larry Cou¬ ture as their coach. I wish you all a successful new year and incidentally a love-ly Valentine’s Day. U. Didit Holy Name Dance The Senior Class wishes to express its sin- cerest thanks to the students of Holy Name High for the invitation to and the warm re¬ ception they received at their “Danse des feuilles”. We really had a wonderful time! At first, transportation proved to be a problem: however, with much squeezing, everybody managed to get there! . “Vou- loir c’est pouvoir” . PREDICTIONS ON THE INTRAMURALS My name isn’t Bill Stern or Stanley Woodward, but I feel I can foretell the out¬ come of our intramural basketball season. In the Junior League, I choose Frosh C to nose out Soph A. This hustling Freshman team has three good men, Bob Quist, Paul Goyette, and Paul Frauley. Soph A has looked ragged in its last two starts, but it’s my pick for a strong second, mainly because of Paul Belanger and Charlie Paquette. Lio¬ nel Beaudoin and little Maurice Morin paving the way, Frosh A will take third. Soph B will have no trouble holding down fifth place, for Leo Miller will surely halt Frosh B. an extremely weak team which has little, if any chance of succeeding. In the Senior Loop, if Senior A begins to hustle, the championship will be theirs through the help of A1 D’Amours and Marc LaBrosse. Otherwise, Senior B with its triple¬ threat scoring attack of Jean, Savoie, and Gosselin will cop the crown. Junior B, with the acquisition of Jerry Chartier, will present difficulties to the leaders. Junior A. though, having quantity, lacks quality; only Lefty Gaudrault gives any sort of promise for this team. Robert Laurence ’53 Our Cheerleaders The basketball team is well embarked upon a new season, which we know will be very successful. We can rest assured that they are always “giving their all” on the courts, no matter what the odds may be. However, are we doing the same in the stands? Cheering has a great bearing on the outcome of a game. It gives the players that extra push which means so much to the team. Not only does it help our team, but it rattles the opposition. This year the task of waking up the crowd has fallen in the hands of four enthusiastic and very capable gentlemen. They are Mes¬ sieurs “Del” Cournoyer ’53, the head cheer¬ leader, Raymond Grandchamps ’54, “Pete” Pelletier ’55 and Roland Noel ’55. They go about their task with life and enthousiasm. Their cheers are enlivened with a few gy¬ rations, and when we score a few points they’re the first ones to “hit the ceiling.” However, this is only part of their work which they seem to enjoy more than any other. It is easy to notice that they cheer a little harder when they join the rival cheer¬ leaders for a combined yell. However, their outstanding trait is that they cheer the loudest when our team is behind. Our cheer¬ leaders are always working hard to help the team; therefore, let’s help them by cheering as loud as possible. Don’t worry about a sore throat, the prof will understand if you an¬ swer with a raspy grunt. George Bonnici ’54 E LOBSERVATEUR Un semestre s’est deja evanoui. a quel¬ le cadence ira le prochain? Un certain professeur de versification, a la verve endiablee, essaye de reveiller l’ar- deur de ses eleves: y a-t-il reussi, Marc La¬ Brosse? penses-tu que tu vas devenir un re- jeton de Voltaire? . et vous, les Fortins, etes-vous convaincus que les idees ne se ven- dent pas etiquetees comme dans un “mar¬ ket”? . et vous, le mysterieux P (?). P (?)., qui resolviez tous les problemes de li¬ terature comme ceux de trigonometric? . mais il faut aussi entendre ses sarcasmes contre ceux qui n’ont encore eprouve aucun enthousiasme pour Shakespeare. Enfin apres deux classes, une etude, mille questions, quelques reponses, et maintes ex¬ pressions d’incredule, on a reussi a faire l’ex- position de la theorie de revolution; c’est sorti “bien dur”, mais c’est sorti. M. Cournoyer . quelle serait done la nature de ce groupe syndique dont vous semblez etre le chef; on dit que ce groupe est compose de gens dont l’estomac se plaint toujours de malnutrition . Est-ce vrai? A propos des repas . Voici les paroles exactes de Don Ronaldo Jose Hose Bose Ro¬ mero adressees au Pere Amarin, “Si l’on veut arreter les processions le soir, qu’on ar- rete de servir des feves au souper”. Encore de M. Romero, “Je ne suis un extremiste en rien, je supporte l’inquisition et Franco, et j’affirme que les Espagnols ni dans le passe, ni dans le present, ni dans le futur, n’ont et ne peuvent rien faire de mal”. II semble que les Versificateurs grandis- sent toujours dans l’estime de leurs supe- rieurs. Voici que maintenant M. Bedard, bi- bliothecaire imposant, se trouve doue du pouvoir de “put in Dutch” avec le Pere A- marin ceux qui ne se soumettent pas a sa volonte. Je plains ceux qui voudront devenir les hentiers du “Paquinisme”. Meilleurs souhaits a tous d’une bonne et heureuse annee. Jean LeNaif ATTENTION Athletes and would-be athletes, track re¬ wards your physical stamina and serious training with as much fame and glory as any other sport. Your individual merit can be recognized regardless of your teammates’ performances. Those of you who feel diffident and un¬ sure of your track abilities can all acquire through your track training and experience a trait which is priceless in life . an “iron” will . for track imposes mind over body. Besides this, track training aids study and relieves your mind while removing the ex¬ cess energy of your body which causes rest¬ lessness and hinders concentration. Gonsider these facts well, students, and watch for fur¬ ther notices. Pierre Plante ’53 JANUARY 1953 PAGE SEVEN DO YOU KNOW? HOOP SCOOPS ASSUMPTION 50 — DAVID PROUTY 30 Encountering David Prouty for the sea¬ son’s opener, a confident Greyhound team was lined up for the opening jump. On the Assumption side of the story, the first half was marked by considerable, expected tight¬ ness. The Greyhounds couldn’t seem to rack up a comfortable lead, Prouty covering each of our baskets with two points of their own. Nevertheless the opening whistle of the second half brought with it a new Blue and White team. Racking up 21 points in the third quarter, Pierre’s Pups dominated sec¬ ond half play and marched to an easy vic¬ tory. Joey Bouchard took top scoring honors with 14 points, followed closely by “Con” Ferland with 13, while “Norm” Marois real¬ ly showed his ability in clearing those boards. ASSUMPTION 46 — TRADE 43 The Blue and White knew that this was the game that would prove their worth. Un¬ derdog to a confident Trade team, the Grey¬ hounds nevertheless piled up a 6-0 lead in the first few minutes. This is all it took to convince Trade to break their zone defense. Norm Marois with his deadly push-shot proved poison to any zone. From then on it was a nip and tuck battle, the Mechanics matching all our baskets; but superior ball handling proved to be the main factor lead¬ ing to the Pups’ slim victory. Con Ferland with his deadly jump shot lead the Assumption offense while Dick Lo- ranger and Norm Marois took the defensive honors. ASSUMPTION 43 — CLASSICAL 42 Striving for its third straight victory a deadly-shooting Assumption squad quickly penetrated the Classical defense to the tune of 15-11 at the end of the first period and 25-15 at halftime. The Blue and White built up a sizeable lead in the third quarter but Classical’s su¬ perior height began to show in the final stanza. The last few minutes were nip and tuck as both teams swapped points but Con¬ nie Ferland and Joey Bouchard’s fine shoot¬ ing enabled Pierre’s Pups to emerge victo¬ rious. ASSUMPTION 57 — ST. PETER ' S 51 A classy Assumption High team took the floor against a favored St. Peter’s. Getting off to another fast start in the first minutes, the Greyhounds really outplayed the Saints. The following minutes showed that the Pups were going to have an off night. The Blue and White relied mostly on its fast break to pull them through and Con Ferland went down the floor many a time for an easy hoop. The main reason for all the St. Peter’s scoring was Assumption’s lagging defense. Con Ferland was high man for the even¬ ing, but the great play of Loranger, Bou¬ chard, and Marois cannot be overlooked. ASSUMPTION 55 — NOTRE DAME 34 The second string showed its value in this game. This aggressive bunch of players after having played the whole J. V. game went on to defeat Notre Dame with but a little aid from the starters. Racking up a 32-10 score at halftime the Little Greyhounds had no trouble rolling on to victory. Bob Roy was hot man of the night, rack¬ ing up 13 points in the J. V. game and 11 in the Varsity. ASSUMPTION 67 — HOLY NAME 40 The Greyhounds’ flashy ball handling really baffled the Holy Name 5. The Blue and White plays cut through the opposing defense as if it was butter. Pierre’s Pups were really at their best, racking up a 28 to 3 score at the end of the first quarter and having scored 45 points at halftime. Dick Loranger just couldn’t be stopped as he drove in time and time again, coming up with 22 points for the evening. Albert D’Amours ’53 Norman Gaudrault ’54 Do you know that Coach Paul Chretien organized the Greyhound football team in 1944? Do you know that Assumption’s over¬ all record in the past nine years consists of 20 wins, 25 losses, and 5 ties? These and many other similar facts are unknown to most students, so let us consider the yearly records and stars of Greyhound teams in the past nine years. In the fall of ’44, our first varsity was led by Captain Gil Levesque, a hard plunging fullback. He and Armand Bonvouloir were given Honorable Mentions in the All-City selections. George Sherry tutored the second Grey¬ hound eleven to a 3 and 1 record. Quarter¬ back Gil Leblanc led the Greyhounds to three successive victories after they had dropped the season’s opener. In 1946 “Telesphore” completed an 8 game schedule with 4 wins, 2 losses, and 2 ties. “Eli” Bienvenue, scoring 38 of the 92 Greyhound points was named the “All-City” right halfback. Co-captain “Al” Audet was also a ’46 Greyhound star. Due to his line¬ backing prowess, Raymond Bosse received an Honorable Mention on the All-City team. Co-captain Ronny Proulx was the back¬ bone of the ’47 squad. His hard running earned him a place on the All-City team, despite the fact he missed several games because of an injury. Co-captain Al Ferron and Art Girard also helped spark the team to a record of 3 wins, 4 losses and 1 tie. Raymond Marion, new mentor of the ’48 squad, secured a fine spirit from his yet green players. The inexperienced Grey¬ hounds were only able to obtain a record of 1 win, 5 losses and 1 tie. The outstanding offensive player was Dick Brodeur. Co-capt. and line-backer Charles Tasse was the de¬ fensive star. In 1949 Edward Boule’s team gained third place in the City League with a record of three wins and three losses. Co-captain Dick Brodeur was named “Back of the Year” by the press and “Most Valuable Player” by the coaches. Three other players received Honorable Mentions from the Tele¬ gram, Co-captain “Butterball” Paradis, Cla¬ rence Dumais and “Larry” Dube. With only five leftovers from the 1949 squad, Assumption in ’50 had a record of 2 victories, 6 defeats and 1 tie. Co-captain Don Grenier and defensive ace “Muff” Bou- vier were members of the second All-City Team. In 1951, after losing their first three games, the Boulemen withdrew from the City League, since the lack of reserve strength, experience, and weight had result¬ ed in several serious injuries. Before fractur¬ ing some bones in his back, “Connie” Fer¬ land donated much to the Greyhounds’ fu¬ tile cause. Much of the team’s defensive work was accounted for by Co-captain “Tif- fy” Prevost. This article has introduced you to many of Assumption’s former stellar athletes and the records they have left behind for future gridiron stars to surpass, which stars we hope will be encouraged by you, dear reader, watching them in years to come. Fernand Bergeron ’53 Robert Laurence ’53 PAGE EIGHT JANUARY 1953 VOL. Ill Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., March 1953 No. 3 LA FLAMME NE MEURT PAS VARSITY GETS CYO BID L’Heritage est un flambeau qui passe de main en main. Chaque annee, une nouvelle equipe assure la releve, et s’occupe de main- tenir le but eleve de notre journal. Le per¬ sonnel choisi par les eleves de Methode sem- ble indiquer que l’interet ne sera pas infe- rieur aux publications precedentes. M. Lussier m’informe qu’a M. Richard Brunelle il cede sa charge de redacteur en chef, et lui offre gratis sa bouteille d’aspiri- nes pour soulager ces maux de tete chroni- ques, communs a tous les redacteurs. Dans la salle de direction avec le fameux “Bruce” s’installera M. Raymond Haling, son diligent assistant. Mais qui tiendra la cassette? Helas! la fonction d’un gerant d’affaires n’est pas seu- lement de rouler ses doigts dans Tor et de compter perpetuellement les pieces accumu¬ lates. M. Bertrand Lemieux aura aussi a pour- voir aux ressources necessaires, tache assez ingrate, et a se tenir en rapport avec les com- mer$ants. Les articles en Anglais seront la charge de ce type a la chevelure de feu, M. Norman Sauve, tandis que M. Paul Archambault di- rigera la partie frangaise. Qui n’aime pas les sports? Qui ne lit pas avec avidite les succes et les epreuves de nos equipes? M. Normand Gaudrault se chargera de nous raconter leurs exploits. Sur la liste se dessine un autre nom: M. Georges Bonnici, l’habitant dynamique de New-York; qu’il soit lent a sa fa on, peu im- porte, car cet homme d’idee a deja montre combien il est necessaire. II se chargera de fait, des articles qui se rapportent aux actu- alites d’une maison si vivante. Bonne chance, chers continuateurs, ne laissez pas tomber la flamme. Jean-Paul Page This season’s Greyhounds have put the “fight” back in the “Fighting Frenchmen”. Inspired by a youthful, energetic coach, they have produced a record of 16 wins and 4 defeats thus far this season. If everything goes well they should finish the season with a record of seventeen-four. This would be the best record ever established by an As¬ sumption team in the past. The Greyhounds are being rewarded for their fine efforts by two tournament invitations. Coach Charles Bibaud has accepted the invitation presented by the C. Y. O. Tournament officials in LET ' S FACE IT “Why do I have to go in the service and when?” This question, foremost in the mind of the majority of the present genera¬ tion of eighteen year olds, will soon be cleared up for all Seniors in the Catholic high schools of Worcester Diocese. A “Mili¬ tary Advisory Program”, inaugurated by his Excellency, our Bishop, John J. Wright, will clarify the situation and prove that the years spent in service can and should be “part o f one’s life rather than, part of a forgotten era”. Here at Assumption, these lectures will take place from March 16th to 27th during either the 4:45 or the 7:15 study. During the first eight days, most of the problems, especially moral, which confront the average soldier will be discussed by Mr. Robert H. Foohy and Father Edmond Mar¬ shall of St. Joseph’s Parish in Auburn. Both of these men are very familiar with proceed¬ ings in the armed forces as they served our country during World War II. The topics to be discussed will be headed by a lecture entitled, “Why and How We Serve”. Then the operation of Selective Ser¬ vice will be explicitely explained along with the intricacies of the present deferment laws. Next in order will come the moral problems, (cont. on page six) Lawrence, Mass., and has done likewise for the Assumption College Tournament. Not a newcomer to the C. Y. O. Tourna¬ ment, (they lost their first encounter by the slim margin of two points in 1951) the As¬ sumption quintet is boosted by two stars who participated in the ’51 tournament: Joey Bouchard and Connie Ferland. Although the 1951 squad exceeded this year’s quintet in height, a more potential threat is found in the flashy ball-handling and sharp-shooting of the speedy Bibaud five. Participating in the seventh annual As¬ sumption College Tournament, the Blue and White hope to better the performances posted by former Assumption teams who managed to reach the finals in 1947 and 1949. Having already trampled St. Stephen’s, the defending tournament champs, in city play, Telesphore this year is a strong bidder for top tourna¬ ment honors. Being accustomed to the play¬ ing conditions and assured of a large, noisy cheering section at each game, the Grey¬ hounds, with their fine show of spirit and hustle, have a pre-tournament edge on their opponents. Backed by these factors, the team has deservingly created a high aspiration among the student body that it will become the first Assumption team to win the College Tournament. We may not be able to attend every tour¬ nament game, fellows, but rest assured that our spirits and hopes will be with you all the way. Whether or not you emerge victorious, everyone realizes that you will have fought hard, giving your all, and that will have never given Assumption a bad name. So, the best of luck to you, fellows, and may you win. Fernand. Bergeron ’53 Albert D’Amours ’53 La Societe d ' Honneur Jeudi, le 19 fevrier, les professeurs de Ver¬ sification et de Methode se sont reunis pour choisir les membres de la societe Nationale d’Honneur. Tous les membres de la classe de ’53 elus Pan dernier ont ete retenus: Donald Lussier. Fisherville, Mass.; Emmanuel Dutremble. Biddeford, Maine; William Brunelle, South- bridge, Mass.; Donat Lamothe. Keene, N. H. A leur nornbre, s’ajouterent trois autres versificateurs et trois eleves de Methode. En Versification: Edmond Brunelle, Worcester. Mass.; Normand Leinaire, New Bedford, (cont. on page seven) Have you ever thought of making sacrifices or saying a prayer for our boys in Korea? If you are like the average individual, you did not. You meant to, but you just forgot along the way. Perhaps if your brother, friend, or even you were to go to Korea, you would not be so apt to forget. At this very moment, some unfortunate people are crying and praying, for they have experienced the worst of mishaps: the death of their Marine brother in Korea. Could this happen to one of youis? It could and may, so gather interest and read: NORM ' S LAST LETTER The snow covered hills were still smoking from heavy artillery fire when the 1st Marine Division pushed on to rest awhile. Norman Duteau was among these gallant men. He was an average boy who had a duty to perform. He often thought of us back in these fortunate United States and of his loved ones, Mom, Dad, brothers and sisters. He began to write the letter which follows: Dear Mom and Dad, I write to you While I still have the time; For all my minutes are so few And we ' ll soon start our climb. The total time is now twelve weeks Since I left you behind; I see my pals, but no one speaks, For they have home in mind. I guess these wars are quite the things, For all are bloody scenes; But we can take these deadly stings, For we are all Marines. I know not if I will return To find you at the door; But in my heart, for you I yearn As many times before. I must forget all this right now For we are moving on; But, Mom, I hope you will allow A prayer while I’m gone. It was not easy writing this, For all my tears do burn; On here, I give you all a kiss In case I don’t return. Well, Mom, I guess that this is it, For I can see them die; It may be my turn to get hit, So I will say goodbye. All my love, Your Norman Norm had just finished his letter home when he heard yel ls of attack and heavy firing. One of the bullets found its mark. The fog of death hung over the battlefield. The living moved on to the next outpost, and all that was left was the mangled earth and the mute, shapeless form of Norm. This was Korea and her innocent victim, He knew war, he knew it intimately. He had lived with hunger and cold and death. He had been afraid and alone. It was a job he had never asked for, but he tackled it because it had to be done. This is the face of all our wars and of the men who fought them. Remember them well, the ones who died and the ones who will die again, if they must. Remember them with prayer, because they die that America may live. Re¬ member, this could be you and your loved ones. Say a needed prayer, won’t you? Leo Archambault ’53 The Greatest Life Ever Lived Jordan River — 30 A. D. A tall and slim Nazarene, bearing the name of Jesus, emerged today with dusty clothes, a haggard eye, and a weary yet kindly look, from the trans-Jordan desert. It is said he spent forty days and forty nights there in constant fasting and prayer. Reliable sources affirm that this mysterious personnage, before setting out upon his long seclusion, was baptized on the banks of the Jordan by another wanderer greatly spoken about of late, John the Baptist. At the time, mysterious hap¬ penings were reported to have accompanied the baptism. Those who assisted declare that at the moment of the cere¬ mony, a beautiful white dove, whiter than snow itself, ap¬ peared in the sky. Simultaneously the heavens were rent asunder and an undistinguishable voice, like that of thunder, was heard. The Nazarene’s followers affirm that his long fast was based on the belief that weakness of the flesh necessarily implies penance, reparation, and mortification of the body. Jesus himself said today: “All men must necessarily expiate their sins, because all men have offended God.” Since this feat of fasting during such a long period proves, without a doubt, true, it shows not only that this is a man of extraordinary physical prowess but also that he is a person of no ordinary bearing. People seem to consider him a most powerful figure. It is murmured that the pur¬ pose of his long stay across the Jordan was to prepare for a difficult, but strange mission lying ahead of him. The extent of the man’s influence can be measured by the amount of followers already included in his group. Rapidly becoming the talk of all Galilee, Jesus finds himself surrounded by admiring and ever-growing crowds. Nor is he without causing great unrest in the local government. The Nazarene has shown peculiar disdain for the Pharisees, thus making himself their most despised enemy. It is murmured that they secretly seek a way of either halting these “abominable teachings”, or of chasing Jesus from the land. Paul Archambault ’54 PAGE TWO MARCH 1953 The Senior Prom The Senior Prom Committee extends to Fr. Armand and the Council its sincerest “Thank You ” for their coope¬ ration which has made it possible for us to have the prom here, in our own school. 1 he Class of 53 will be the first senior class to hold its prom in the Assumption gymnasium ... oops, I mean the Assumption Fifth Avenue Ballroom. Joey Parks’ Orchestra and the committee will take over the music and decorating backgrounds, respectively. This can and should be a grand evening for all the upperclass¬ men without exception. Let’s remember, gang, not only the Juniors and Seniors are cordially invited, but their friends also. Don ' t forget, “The more the merrier”. Till we see you all on April tenth. Adelard Cournoyer, Chairman of Prom Committee Printemps ! ! Alors que les belles journees commencent a poindre et que la terre mollit sous les rayons caressants du soleil printa- nier, on voit les gars deserter peu a peu le gymnase et s’even- ter dans Pair frais et vif. Ils ont deja ecrit chez-eux pour se faire envoyer leurs gants de “baseball” et leurs raquettes de tennis. C’est le printemps ! ! Oui, on le sent dans Pair. II n’est plus necessaire aux surveillants de roder dans les salles de recreation le matin pour chasser dehors les eleves; d’eux-memes, ils sortent, car ils savent qu’ils auraient tort de rester enfermes durant cette saison magnifique. Au revoir, “basketball”, pour une autre annee et salut, jeux vernaux. Tout le monde s’active aux pratiques du “baseball” et du tennis; deja meme nos coureurs foulent energiquement la piste. Souhaitons que notre equipe de tennis continue a cueil- lir des lauriers. Que notre equipe de “baseball”, ardente au combat, maintienne la reputation acquise l’annee derniere. Que nos coureurs volent au succes. Raymond Grandchamp ’54 WE ' LL MISS HIM Just recently Brother Leopold, well-known by the upper classmen, has been transferred to New York where he will fulfill the office of secretary to the Provincial of the As- J sumptionists in the U. S. We would like to express our sin¬ cerest thanks to this devoted brother and, along with our expressed gratitude, we would like to wish him the best of luck. His absence from Assumption will really be noticed, not only because he is devoted, but also because he is a true friend and a great guy. If you can make it brudder”, the Seniors would sure like to have you participate in their joys on graduation day. Donald Lussier ’53 Catholic Press Forum and Exhibit In accordance with the Catholic Press Month, the first Catholic Press Exhibit ever to be given in the diocese of Worcester was sponsored by Assumption College. The pro¬ gram included workshop panels and an address by Most Reverend Bishop John J. Wright of this diocese. It was held for the purpose of getting college and high school students and the public better acquainted with the Catholic Press of America. In both the college student lounge and the day-stu¬ dents’ study hall, books, newspapers, magazines, and pam¬ phlets from all sections of the United States were exhibited. The literature was divided according to kinds, namely: books, magazines, weekly diocesan newspapers, national reviews, and foreign newspapers. Special booths were set aside for the Catholic Free Press, the Assumption Library, the Christopher Movement, and many others. Numerous high school and college students helped the Fathers arrange the displays. Rev. Father Aime Deschamps, school librarian, and Rev. Edgar A. Bourque, high school headmaster, were the co-chairmen of the exhibition committee. Students from local high schools and colleges attended the panel discussions, given in the afternoon of February 23rd. The speakers were: the Very Reverend Msgr. Francis J. Lally, editor of the Pilot, official publication of the Arch¬ diocese of Boston, Mr. John G. Deedy, Jr., editor of the Worcester Catholic Free Press, and Mr. A. Alfred Marcello, day editor of the Worcester Telegram. The presiding chair¬ man was Rev. Father Edgar A. Bourque. During the panel, means of organizing and publishing school papers were dis¬ cussed. Throughout the whole exhibition, continuous films from the Christopher Movement were shown to the visitors. On Monday evening, the Most Reverend Bishop John J. Wright delivered an address on the Catholic Press. He stressed its importance as well as its value to the family. Richard Brunelle ’54 SPORTS NIGHT Assumption High School’s football and basketball var¬ sities will be honored at a smoker to be held in the gymna¬ sium Wednesday, March 18, at 6:45 P. M. The entire stu¬ dent body and faculty are invited. Mr. “Ray” Marion, teacher and ex-football coach of this school, will be the master of ceremonies, the guest speakers, Tom Carey, sports editor for the Gazette, and Ed Skelly, principal of Leicester High and ex-coach at Assump¬ tion. MARCH 1953 PAGE THREE Ousi l tndeficlaAAmesi Very often we hear speak of certain Seniors’ well-doings. But what about the underclassmen? Among them also are many prominent students, both in studies and in sports. Ranking foremost among the Juniors is Paul Archambault. Archie’s all-around effort makes of him a successful student as well as an excep¬ tional athlete. His hard work has resulted in his election to the National Honor Society. Richard Brunelle is a Junior outstanding for his devotion and wil¬ lingness to work. His classmates’ faith in him has been demonstrated by his election as editor-in-chief of their Memini-PIeritage. His good judge¬ ment should prove fruitful in his senior year. Again among the Juniors, Joey Bouchard and Dick Loranger rank highest as athletes. Bashful Joey becomes a sure-footed playmaker on the basketball floor. Genial “Uncle Dick” displays his fighting spirit whenever there’s a game to be won. Have you ever met the “typical guy”? This fellow is vice-president of his sophomore class. He is very cooperative and is always ready to lend a helping hand. Because of his good humor, his popularity ranks high. Have you guessed his name? It’s Robert Dumouchel. Bob Roy is the outstanding Sophomore athlete. Although he plays a good game of basketball, he is even more remarkable as a baseball player. Hustling Bobby is surprisingly very cool behind the plate and seems headed toward an excellent record as a backstop. Who doesn’t know Pete Pelletier? We can best characterize him as an easy-going guy. Yet, everyone will admit that in football, though he was the smallest lineman, he filled the biggest hole. Perhaps the most notable Freshman is “Red” Fitzgerald, who is coming up in more ways than one. Not only is he sturdy as a football playe r and promising as a basketball player, but he is also equally capable in studies. One of the more active Freshmen is Paul Normandin. He leads his class not only as president, but also as one of the higher ranking students. Our hats are off to these boys and we sincerely thank them for show¬ ing their good spirit. We wish them the best of luck in their future years at Assumption. Claude dc Grand-Pre Brunelle ’53 Normand Sauve ’54 PAGE FOUR MARCH 1953 jded. l Uosdziit pA Le Reverend Pere Edgar a introduit de nouveaux systemes pour in- culquer, dans l ' esprit de l’eleve desireux de savoir, une science plus variee. Ses ' ‘workshops” se multiplient chaque jour et pas un ne se passe sans qu’une nouvelle idee naisse dans le cerveau de notre prefet des etudes. Des “workshops” de mathematique et de litterature ont ete inaugures. Le choix est si varie que l ' eleve trouve sans hesiter le sujet cjui l’interesse. Les “workshops” ouvrent la voie du Latin et clu Lrangais, de la litte¬ rature ou du journalisme en des conferences nombreuses et vivantes. De¬ pths quelques semaines, Benjamin Shen a donne des apergus sur la cul¬ ture chinoise. De la Chine, on prend un bond vers l’Angleterre. Le Lrere Lawrence enseigne aux versificateurs la litterature anglaise, dans une forme plaisante et originate. Le Pere Ulric de son cote offre a d’autres versificateurs des cours de mathcmatiques. A la classe de methode s’offre des workshops en journalisme et en affaires par des commergants de la ville. La syntaxe s’eprend des cours de geometrie donnes par Georges Pel¬ letier, un collegien. Aux classes d ' elements on a reserve le benefice de workshops en Latin et en algebre. Une chorale formee par le Pere Charpentier, qui exige de ses chan- teurs une voix juste et forte, base de l ' esperance en la competence future du groupe. La maxiine favorite des workshops a PAssomption c’est une loi natu- relle: “Pas de succes sans travail.” Beaucoup d’eleves dans le passe se sont soumis a cette loi. II n’est plus done permis maintenant de se desinteresser de nos devoirs d’etudiant. Les “workshops”, crees pour l’etudiant, donnent satisfaction a notre desir de savoir. Souhaitons grand succes a cette audacieuse entreprise menee par de si vaillants tnaitres. Robert Lawrence 3 53 Marc Labrosse ’53 MARCH 1953 PAGE FIVE Salute to Ricky This tenacious little professor, always hope¬ ful yet never over-optimistic, is none other than Father Ulric whose saucy wit is enjoyed by everyone. Though the mathematics he teaches may someday be forgotten, the mem¬ ory of his humor shall never fade from our minds. His perennial smile and friendly at¬ titude are familiar to all those who know Assumption. Father Ulric may well be called one of the most, if not the most, enterprising of all our teachers. During task periods, he takes the pre-engineering students back in class and gives them more difficult work as well as a more comprehensive outlook on mathema¬ tics. Recently he learned from former stu¬ dents who are now attending technical schools that mechanical drawing was a great stumbling block for them. No such course exists at Assumption. As a result, this ener¬ getic, progressive priest has decided to teach this subject, during his free time, to students who desire to possess a certain knowledge of mechanical drawing. Besides this, “Ricky”, as students affec¬ tionately call him, also has charge of our newly formed glee-club, and has played an active part in the production of many plays in recent years. In his desire for a more satisfactory course, Father Ulric has been hampered by a very acute shortage of time. In order to offset this time deficiency, he volunteers most of his free hours to coach students who are free on Wednesday afternoon. And now, as an ans¬ wer to his prayers, have appeared the work¬ shops, this new idea fits in well with Father Ulric’s program. Pierre Plante ’53 Telesphore Labelle ’53 LET ' S FACE IT— (cont. from page one) in fact, the many moral problems. These will be discussed under several headings such as “Companions and Drink”, and “Liberty Ac¬ tivities”. In his final talk, Mr. Foohy will attempt to prove that in and after the service, un¬ limited educational opportunities are offered to all. His main objective is to make all As¬ sumption Seniors realize that their future success or failure not only depends on them¬ selves but can, in great part, be influenced by their years in the armed forces. The 26th and 27th, representatives from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines will visit Assumption to give all Seniors a factual representation of the advantages and oppor¬ tunities of each branch of the service. To be clearly understood is that these men will be here to help the students, not draft them. If anyone has a particular problem, they will be only too glad to discuss it with him and straighten it out if possible. More¬ over, remember that hiding the facts will help no one.we all have to face it like men. because, like it or not. we’re all going. Norrnand Lemaire ’53 Assumption Bested In C.Y.O Tournament — Greyhounds Suffer 101 to 76 Setback The opening whistle saw a comparatively small Assumption agregation march confi¬ dently and aggressively onto the floor to en¬ counter tournament-favored Lawrence Cen¬ tral Catholic in the opening round of C. Y. O. meet. Everyone in the gym was aware of the dif¬ ficult task with which the Pups were con¬ fronted, for in the Catholics, the Greyhounds were meeting one of the better Eastern Mass, clubs. Nevertheless, here was a cou¬ rageous, never-say-die team which was de¬ termined to succeed. The contest got under way at an extreme¬ ly fast pace as both teams matched each other with a flurry of baskets that had the fans on the edge of their seats. Sparked by the sharpshooting of Con Ferland and the deft ball-handling of little Bob Roy, the “A’s” ran high, wide and handsome. So spectacular was their fight and so brilliant was their play that, to the astonishment of all except themselves, the Greyhounds led at intermission 47-45. A tremendous ovation greeted the under¬ dogs as they took to the floor for the start of the second half. However, Lawrence Central gave, at this point, an indication that it was to hold the upper hand in order to win its third consecutive C. Y. O. Tournament. This they did in a very convincing way. The Ca¬ tholics assumed the lead early in the third period and headed straight for the century mark leaving Assumption well behind. Assumption was beaten but they have nothing to be ashamed of. They showed that did not “fold up” in their quest for victory and the players were not enervated by the tension involved for they demonstrated in the second half that same aggressiveness, that same poise, and that same fight as they did in the first half. The loss of key players via the foul route and a lack of height were certainly the de¬ ciding factors that spelt defeat for the Grey¬ hounds. Despite Con Ferland’s 30 points and Joe Bouchard’s excellent floor-work, Central was able to crush the hopes of Assumption by a score of 101 to 76. Norman Gaudrault, ’54 CORRECTION The last edition of the Heritage carried an article entitled, “Going to Moscow”, in which it was stated that Rev. Leopold Braun a. a., was “ousted by the Russian authori¬ ties”. We wish to make a correction. Father Braun obtained the necessary exit visa at his own request at a time when his residency permit, never revoked, was valid for six more months. He left Russia in obe¬ dience to an order of recall normally re¬ ceived from Rev. Father Crescent Armanet. a. a., Vicar Provincial at the time. What had actually been alluded to in the article was the trumped-up charge of assault and battery levelled against him. Through his own unassisted efforts. Father Braun ob¬ tained a complete exoneration of this charge in a Soviet court. Raymond Beauregard ’53 Le Latin est-il mort? Dernierement une nouvelle figure est appa- rue dans les classes de Latin a l’Assomption. C’est celle du Pere Arthur Clermont. II vient d’arriver de Washington oil il etait occupe a la charge de tresorier a la maison Assomp- tioniste de cette ville. Gradue de l’Ecole Superieure en 1938 et du college en 1942, il fut admis aux Ordres le 9 juillet 1950, par Monseigneur Wright: le seul jusqu’ici a jouir du privilege d’avoir ete ordonne dans la nouvelle chapelle du Christ-Roi. De retour a son Alma Mater pour ensei- gner les classes de latin au cours d’anglais, qui fut jadis le fief du Pere Alfred, le Pere n’a pas tarde a manifester tres clairement le res¬ pect qu’il porte a cette langue. Convaincu de sa necessite, des lors, il s’est acharne a nous faire apprecier non seulement la langue mais surtout Phumanisme dont elle deborde et d’ou nous devons tirer des legons precieuses pour la vie. Surtout, il veut que nous y apportions toute notre reflexion. Nos reponses doivent etre non seulement correctes et sans hesita¬ tion, mais aussi habillees en Latin; (car ce professeur ne veut d’un Latin livresque), mais bien vivant. Les bienfaits de cette methode sont evidents: la pensee claire, l’observation, et la necessite d’avoir l’esprit en eveil. Son travail conjugue avec celui du Pere Gilbert dans les conferences du mercredi ma¬ tin sur la vie romaine, n’est qu’un exemple de son devouement pour le bien de ses eleves. Nous le remercions, et nous souhaitons que tous puissent beneficier de la sagesse et de la science de ce pere, jeune et actif. Donat Lamothe ’53 PAGE SIX MARCH 1953 H£AR Set SPtAK AROI HD YHt CAMPUS With the many Spring sports coming up, we are discovering more and more athletes. Even Richard Roy. ’56. is going out for track; he wants to be high jumper. There’s a model of ambition for everyone. Good luck, “Richie”. Many of us will miss that soft, white snow. Especially “Chick” Theriault, who was be¬ coming ski enthusiast; he was just finding out to stop before hitting the fence. Famous last words: “En avant . ne re- culez pas.” How will the fellows get even with Father Amarin now that the snow is gone. It takes a good sport to survive those beatings so willingly. The lovers had quite a few heartbreaks at Valentine’s Day: their cards weren’t all answered. We sympathize especially with “Phil” Goyette who didn’t get an answer from Mr. Gaucher. I guess it’s a futile love, “Phil”. Either Ronald Noel has poor eyesight or else Pop’s handwriting is not too legible. “You write too small, Pop.” Noel is forced to bring his binoculars to class in order to read the blackboard. Here is some advice to Mr. Hudon. Since he assigned that 13-page composition, quite a few Reader’s Digests have been taken out of the library. Of course the Juniors are not plagiarists, they just borrow a few ideas. “Want to go dancing, Lefty?” It was a nice try anyway, but you better learn some more Latin — it would save you a lot of trouble. “I could have shown those Seniors up,” says “Lefty”. How are those Lenten resolutions coming . or are they going? I hear “Satch” had no trouble keeping his; he changed his mind about not smoking. Our friend “Dick” Loranger has been kicked out of history class. Now what could a nice fellow like “Dick” have done? The school now has its official translator of the Bible. Clovis Desmarais has, so far, translated half a page on 500. It’s good practice for making Latin versions anyway. Will “Mousey” Eastman ever forget that Holy Name dance. Poor “Luigi” has been hysterical ever since. If you see some miniature flying saucers in our refectory, don’t be alarmed; it’s only the LA SOC IETE D ' HONNEUR— (cont. from page one) Mass.; Pierre Plante, S. Deerfield, Mass. En Methode: Paul Archambault, North Grosve- nordale. Conn.; Richard Brunelle, Biddeford, Maine et Raymond Haling, Southbridge, Massachusetts. Pour etre admis dans les rangs de cette digne societe, il faut posseder ces quatre qualites suivantes: earactere, intelligence, de- vouement et l’etoffe d’un chef. Que les elus reqoivent nos felicitations car ils meritent ce juste titre d’honneur. Qu’ils pussent vivre de cette gloire et mettre en pra¬ tique leurs qualites dans un monde qui en a tant besoin. Philippe Goyette Freshman Space Cadets with their new wea¬ pon of warfare. Has anybody got a question? Just ask Grondin, our walking encyclopedia; he ' ll al¬ ways have an answer for you — right or wrong. I wonder what is so wonderful about being sick. “Pete” Pelletier has decided to rest a whole week at St. Vincent’s. However, he claims he will undergo plastic surgery. Who knows, he might return with a different face. Roger Gallant, interested in chemistry, would like to know what’s on the outside of a hydrant containing H 2 0. Next year’s Heritage Staff is really getting good training. They’re even learning how to stay up late and still get up bright and early the next morning. Tough, isn’t it! Normand Paulhus is getting quite a repu¬ tation as a “nosy” student. Some fans at St. Mary’s game even inquired if he was wearing a false “beak”. Normand is proud of it though, and it’s a good tough nose—hard enough to break windows. “Al” D’Amour: Got any gum on you, “Phil”? “Phil” Goyette: Yeh, want to buy some? U. Didit PER UN BACCIO D’AMOR.... You want to hear the latest hits? The Se¬ niors will gladly fill your requests. Our singers are not only bilingual but they can also vocalize in Spanish, Italian . any¬ thing but Latin. Their recent musical session brought sa¬ tisfaction to many classmates. What is more enjoyable with studies than sentimental songs to which you can lend your voice? It calms those tired nerves and eliminates tenseness more easily than twenty cigarettes smoken in succession. Such get-togethers have not been frequent but they should be strongly encouraged. We still remember “Lefty” Tondre, who used to amuse many of us with his “jazzed-up” ac¬ cordion. Can we ever forget Laureat Heroux and his assortment of drums? We wish to thank Roger Tourville and Denis Cardinal for their initiative. They could possibly develop their wonderful talent, and maybe become some of the “nation’s top entertainers”. Incidentally, the smooth voices of “Al”, “Satch” and Savoie, not to mention Archie’s impersonation of Mario Lanza, would be much appreciated in the Glee Club workshop Enjoyment can very well mix with studies and this is precisely a “well-rounded edu¬ cation”. Emmanuel Dutremble ’53 Donat Lamothe ’53 Bonjour messieurs, me voici encore revenu avec mon paquet de nouvelles, peut-etre un peu maigres pour cette edition car tout com¬ mencement de semestre a l ' habitude d’etre fort pauvre en nouvelles et celui-ci ne fait point d’exception. Qui aurait pu imaginer voir un Superieur de maison traverser l’etude une poupre dans les bras. Est-ce une nouvelle oeuvre des As- somptionistes, Pere Armand? Tityre, tu patulae recumbans sub tegmine fagi . paroles peut-etre mysterieuses pour les Elements, mais que les Versificateurs con- naissent trop bien, je vous l’assure; pourtant ce n’est pas le desir qui leur manque de faire leur Tityre, mais . A propos du latin il semble que le Pere Gilbert a reussi enfin a rendre cette langue morte vivante et meme interessante! Faites attention a la canne du Pere Odilon car les porte-livres volent vite et loin dans ses classes. Il paraxt que dans ces murs il y a un eve- que recemment eleve au rang de Cardinal dans un consistoire solennel par sa saintete le pape Willie I II possede tout l’ensemble: chapeau, chemise, cordons de souliers rouges, et chaussures blanches . Je vous gage que meme sa figure deviendra rouge aprcs lec¬ ture de ce passage, n’est-ce pas, “Tico?”. Cabana, ne sais-tu pas encore rcconnaitre les soeurs? Pourquoi, pres de la machine du Coca-Cola, faire tant de saluts aux jcunes demoiselles qui jouaient dans la piece sur Moliere? La temperature tomba bien vite dans la classe de physique le jour oil M. Desjardins echappa le thermometre par la fenetre. Voici que la figure du Pere Charles, long- temps absente de nos corridors, reapparait. Que va-t-il lui arriver maintenant? car il faut qu’un jour, dans l’obligation de se ser- vir a maintes occasions de l’ascenseur, il se demanda si cet appareil ne pourrait pas se mettre dans la tete d’aller en direction oppo- see. He, machine, tu l’as bien aime cet article dans le Worcester Telegram. Tu as fait un “hit” avec le reporter, he! Ce paragraphe est destine a ceux qui au- raient de la difficult a expliquer a leur de¬ moiselles pourquoi elles n’avaient pas re u de lettres. C’est une bonne chose que le Pere Amarin n’ait pas revele le nom de celui qui a place les lettres dans la boite d’electricite, car il n’aurait pas ete tres populaire pendant quelque temps. Nous sommes vraiment chagrines pour les pauvres externes ; leur etude sert de classe, de salle de recreation lorsqu’il y a des causeries musicales, et maintenant de salle d’exposi- tion. A present ils sont disperses dans tous les coins de la maison; et eux qui se glorifieraient d’etre les seuls a donner a l’ecole sa valeur. Les premiers seront les derniers . Felicitations et sympathies aux Methodis- tes, nouveaux elus a la redaction du Memini- Heritage. Il vous redit au prochain mois, celui qui reste votre, Jean Lenaif MARCH 1953 PAGE SEVEN ASSUMPTION 51 — ST. STEPHEN ' S 30 A flashy Assumption High team, striving to keep top city honors, played host to an underdog St. Stephen’s High. Superior ball¬ handling and defense enabled the Little Pups to roll on to an easy victory. Assumption’s plays and fast break couldn’t be stopped as time and time again the Blue and White broke through the Stevedores’ defense for an easy basket. Really breaking loose in the 3rd period, the Greyhounds racked up 21 points to the opponents’ 9. Joe Bouchard lead the Assumption scoring attack with 19 points. The Stevedores were really baffled by the Little Pups’ defense and had only 10 points to show at halftime. ASSUMPTION 63 — ST. BERNARD 64 A strong Assumption high team, travelled to Fitchburg to encounter an underdog St. Bernard’s team. Hindered greatly by a low ceiling, the little Greyhounds had to rely on their “driving” and “in” shots. The game was a nip and tuck battle all the way and going into the final period “Pierre’s pups” had a slim five point margin. However, the Bernardians couldn’t be stopped, and piling up 22 points to 16 for the Blue and White, went on to win by a score of 64-63. The Greyhounds were sparked by “Dick” Loranger’s 19 points, followed closely by Joe Bouchard’s 18. Not to be overlooked is the excellent play-making of the latter. ASSUMPTION 57 — ST. MARY ' S 48 The game got under way slowly as neither team demonstrated overpowering strength. Thus was the tempo of the game throughout the first half. Behind by four points at the outset of the final half, a revamped Assumption squad showed real class in the latter half of the 3rd stanza. Utilizing a fast break to the “T”, “Pierre’s Pups” surged ahead and from here on in they were never headed “Con” Ferland set the pace with 22 points while Jean Brodeur cleared both boards ef¬ fectively. ASSUMPTION 45 — ST. JOHN ' S 56 The all important St. John’s game had now arrived. Amidst the roaring and cheer¬ ing of the crowd, the spirited Greyhounds fought their hearts out trying to overcome the Pioneer’s superior height. The highly confident St. John’s team now found occa¬ sion to worry as the little pups covered each of their baskets with two points of their own. Outscoring the Pioneers 17 to 11 in the third period, the Blue and White overcame a ten point deficit to narrow the score to 40-36, going into the last period. Nevertheless the aforementioned St. John’s height proved in¬ vincible as they went to win 56-45. The sparkplug in the Assumption offense was Con Ferland with 22 points. ASSUMPTION 49 — SOUTH 38 With the help of Joey Bouchard’s all¬ round play and Connie Ferland’s fine shoot¬ ing, the Little Greyhounds drove ahead never to be headed. Bob Roy’s “heads up” playing was a main factor in keeping a size¬ able lead throughout. As usual Norm Marois was off the boards in good style. All in all, it was a fine game for the “A’s” in racking up number 9. ASSUMPTION 50 — ST. PETER ' S 44 Trying to avenge a previous defeat, an im¬ proved St. Peter’s squad invaded the Green- dale gym with intentions of upsetting a fa¬ vored Assumption team. The first half in¬ dicated precisely the thoughts of the guard¬ ians as they held, mid-game, a slim margin of two points. However Assumption couldn’t be counted out. With Bouchard firing and Ferland re¬ ceiving on their patented fast break, Teles- phore surged ahead to finally win out and upset the St. Peter’s applecart. ASSUMPTION 57 — NORTH 54 Looking forward to their 11th win in 14 starts, the Assumption cagers faced the Polar Bears at North gym. Throughout the game, the Greyhounds couldn’t seem to get a com¬ fortable lead. Trailing 30-29 at half time, the Little Pups racked up 14 points in the third period and had a slim three point lead going into the final stanza. Nevertheless, this pioved all the spirited Greyhounds needed to edge out the Polar Bears 57-54. Con Ferland and Dick Loranger shared scoring honors with 14 points each. ASSUMPTION 40 — ST. JOHN ' S 62 Striving to regain first place berth in the city league, a spirited Assumption five in¬ vaded the Temple Street gym. The Grey¬ hounds got off to a fast start piling up 14 points to lead by a score of 14 to 9. The “pups” really set the pace and stole nume¬ rous rebounds from the Pioneers, all during the first half. However the tired Greyhounds couldn’t keep it up and really fell behind. From then on it was St. John all the way, as they rolled up a 62-40 decision. “Con” Ferland was high for the Blue and White with 14, and “little” Joe Bouchard really cleared those boards with 11 rebounds. ASSUMPTION 62 — ST. MARY ' S 46 No sooner had the game begun that “Con” Ferland was consistantly hooping them on the scoring end of a fast break. However, it wasn’t that easy, for St. Mary’s produced the equalizing basket throughout the first half and only trailed by three points at the in¬ termission. Thanks to Joey Bouchard’s fine play in the final two periods, the Little Greyhounds widened the gap to be never headed there¬ after. Connie’s 26 and Joey’s 21 points copped the scoring honors for this game. ASSUMPTION 57 SACRED HEART 29 Unlike the past games, the “Blue and White” lost no time in losing their opponents in the dust. It took but a few minutes to notice the Greyhound’s superiority as they outplayed a depressed Sacred Heart aggre¬ gation. From there on in, it was but a question of what would be the margin of victory. Jean Brodeur was superb in his shooting while Joey Bouchard and Dick Loranger con¬ trolled the boards. ASSUMPTION 52 — TRADE 51 The little Greyhounds had come face to face with their most important remaining game. The Mechanics were by no means “push-overs” but the Brodeur, Ferland, Bou¬ chard trio couldn’t be stopped. Going into the final period Assumption had a slim five point margin; the Trade five pulled ahead by two points with but a few minutes re¬ maining. Bob Roy came up with a jump shot to tie the score and Jean Brodeur’s foul shot clinched the game for Assumption. ASSUMPTION 83 — HOLY NAME 57 With Assumption leading at half time 41- 24, there was no question as to the outcome of the game. Outscoring their opponents 42 to 33 in the second half, the Little Grey¬ hounds piled up their highest score of the season, 83 points. “Con” Ferland was top man with 30. PAGE EIGHT MARCH 1953 VOL III No. 4 Assumption High School, Worcester, Mass., April 1953 Future Bright For Assumption High ADIEUX AUX VERSIFICATEURS Samedi, le 6 juin, nos Versificateurs pren- dront un des grands pas de leur vie lorsqu’ils recevront leurs diplomes de graduation. Ce jour-la, nous serons honores par la presence de Monseigneur Beck, Co-Adjuteur de Brent¬ wood, Angleterre, qui prechera a la messe, et qui presidera ensuite a la ceremonie. Le Rev. Eugene Guerin, de la paroisse du Precieux- Sang de Holyoke, delivrera le discours. Oui, le jour vient deja oil, impregnes de souvenirs inoubliables, nos Versificateurs quitteront leur Alma Mater. C’est a nous que revient le triste devoir de leur offrir, comme camarades, commes confreres, comme amis, nos adieux. Comment vaincre cette impuis- sance d’exprimer les sentiments qui boulever- sent notre coeur en cette occasion? Comment hasarder l’entreprise d’enumerer tous les bienfaits que nous avons requs de ceux qui nous quittent a jamais? Certes, nous ne pou- vons que mentionner hativement leurs servi¬ ces, leur valeur, comme amis et comme Ver¬ sificateurs. Les relations des Versificateurs avec les autres classes se conduisaient toujours sur un plan amical; cette qualite etait mise en relief surtout dans nos entreprises comme groupe. Le succes de cette entente etait souvent du, en grande partie, au travail inlassable de nos Versificateurs, et c’est a eux que nous devons nos remerciements les plus sinceres. Sans eux (Suite a la page 7) MONSEIGNEUR ANDREW BECK In the last few years a marked increase in Freshman enrollment has been apparent, but the prospects for the coming freshman class are even more promising and definitely en¬ couraging. To date, the Headmaster’s office has recorded over a dozen registrations. Last year at this time there were none. These early registrations seem to prognosticate that more are to come. Father Edgar has also received numerous inquiries from interested parents who, no doubt, are looking for the formative educa¬ tion of their children which Assumption has become known for. The parents in the Worcester area are also beginning to notice the fine quality of As¬ sumption High. This year out of thirty-four enrolled day-pupils, seventeen are freshmen. Next year, Father Edgar expects freshman day-student enrollment to exceed twenty- five. One distinct help in spreading the word has been the satisfaction shown by the pres¬ ent students and their parents. The Worcester newspapers also seeing the possibilities of greater parent interest in bet¬ ter education for their children have written several articles concerning our school. Quite naturally, our prominence in the sports field has proved that Assumption is no longer an Our Jinx We lost . Brookline paved their way to the Assumption College championship .... after defeating our varsity by five points, 51- 46, in the first round. This game, the latest in a series of post season games which As¬ sumption High teams have lost aroused a sentiment of jinx among the upperclassmen. Our varsity basketball teams in the past four years have entered four tournaments and they have failed in each case to gain the semi-finals. The first game of this series was played in the Western Mass. Tourney against Spring- field Tech in 1950. We had an off night and were trounced 48-32. Tech later played in the New England Tournament. That year, in the Assumption tournament, we were matched against Watertown. Again we went (Continued on page 6) “all work and no play” school, though studies definitely take the priority. This is the kind of school conscientious parents are looking for — a better education with recreational facilities which will assure the mental and physical health of their children. The interest, of late, in the great useful¬ ness and necessity of a bilingual education has also prompted many parents to inquire into Assumption’s program. Various activities scheduled in the near future, as the Open House, will give still more parents the opportunity of becoming acquainted with typical Assumption student life. However, come what may, the prepara¬ tions are in the making. Father Edgar is providing for four freshman classes. Assumption High School’s program of studies is becoming accessible to more people. Its future in the education field is assured because of its superior standard and policies ' . - -—Donat Lamothe ’53 Our Boy Con “Con” Ferland, a three letter man at As¬ sumption, has made himself a name around city sport circles. His performance with the varsity baseball nine last season won for him the first base position on the All-City second team of ’52. Con is a natural at first base. He’s easy going and self-confident. Con’s batting ave¬ rage was well over the .400 mark . keep up the good work. Con. Just recently, Con was again crowned with All-City honors . this time in basketball. Missing the first five by a slight margin. Con well deserves his position with the second. Mr. “Clutch” for the speedy, fast-breaking Greyhounds, he kept Assumption High fans thrilled all season with his great variety of drives and shots. Con really gives the oppo¬ nents a rough time when he begins “making the ball talk” with his left as well as right hand. Keep your eyes open for Con, fellas... his basketball days didn’t end with Assump¬ tion High. Here’s wishing Connie loads of luck this coming baseball season. —Donald Lussier ’53 Vingt Cinquieme Anniversaire Le pere Etienne celebre cette annee son vingt-cinquie- me anniversaire. Sa fete est le 6 mai, jour de la fete du Rev. Pere Superieur. De ce que nous savons du Pere Etienne il a du calcule la coincidence car ce n’est pas un homme a faire les choses a moitie. Retarde par le guerre (1914-18) il ne fut ordonne que le 29 juillet, 1928, dans la belle chapelle de Louvain. En 1931 il arriva a Worcester. Ah! que c’etait un beau jour celui de l’arrivee du pere Etienne. Ce ne lui pris pas longtemps pour se plonger dans la vie de l’ecole. De 1931-35 il fut professeur de Methode Fran ais, Latin, Grec, Histoire, Religion; de 1933 pendant 13 ans il fut pre- fet de discipline au college. Ceux- la etaient ses jours de gloi- re, il etait avec ses gars et c’est pendant cette periode qu’il a acquis son sobriquet, “Pop”. Ce nom est le pere Etienne en un mot. Quiconque voit cette tete fierement portee, ces beaux cheveux gris, ne peut douter que c’est lui. L T n des professeurs les plus energiques de la maison il concentre son attention maintenant pour les eleves de Versification de l’Ecole Superieure. Saluts sur votre vingt-cinquieme, pere, puisse-t-on voir le cinquantieme, et que vos jours soient longs et pleins de bonheur. -—Fernand Roy ’53 DEAR DIARY Monday night, September 7, 1953 Dear Diary, The new school year starts tomorrow. Summer vaca¬ tions already ended!? It certainly didn’t seem like three months. Somehow, I’m eager to get started, this time . Bored stiff?.On the contrary.That’s just it! I had such a “full summer”, that now I’m completely satisfied, and ready to work! ! ! And, as a Junior at last! ! A varied schedule turned out to be fun, — the proof? Here I am, on the eve of my return to school, and thinking of how great it is to be alive! It’s a feeling of self-satisfaction. Tonight, I glance back at these three months and see what makes me feel so convinced. That job at the golf club gave me enough spending money to buy some new clothes for school; I now own that typewriter I’ve had my eye on so long; what’s more, I managed to set aside a considerable sum for pocket money, to last me until Christmas. I got a “kick” out of something, this morning, I heard Dad tell Mom that it’s going to be hard on him to take care of the house all alone when I’m gone. — “The kid has spoiled me!” he told her. Of course, I spent some time at the ball park. I shouldn’t be letting those grounders go through my legs any more, now! ! I polished up my “swan dive” quite a bit, too! The prof wasn’t asking for the impossible when he told us to read a book a week. Without being “book-wormish” about it, I read quite a few good ones this summer, besides having “brushed up” on my Latin and math. Now, I’ll have a head start toward making the honor roll this year. I know that Mass and Communion during the week had a lot to do with this “chipper” feeling. Minus His su¬ pervision, my summer would never have turned out like this, that’s for sure! ! —Robert Dumouchel } 55 It Opened Our Eyes “Don’t go down to the Recruiting Station and put your John Hancock on that dotted line without knowing what is in store for you.” One of the first things the advisors told the Seniors at the Military Contact Advisory Program’s opening session. “Know what the service offers you before you decide to join.” In this fashion, we were cautioned on many points in regard to the service. But it is foolish to conceive any attempt to repeat all the valuable information which these experienced advisors gave us d uring the two weeks of daily meetings. However we might at least give the important and startling discoveries which we made. The present draft laws require everyone between the ages of 18 and 26 to serve eight years in the service and at least two years of active duty. With this in our mind, our big question became, “How can we go to college?” In answering, the advisors explained the many military programs offered by various colleges. They showed the different ways of getting deferred so that we can go to college. We were told what to do if we wanted to join an R. O. T. C. Program and of the advantages we would get from this. The main idea given us was, “Go to school as long as you can. You can help yourself and the service by doing so.” Briefly we were told how our religion, education and principles would be useful in the service. “It’s a real apos- tolate for a Catholic to live his religion in the service.” The tremendous power of good example, Christian fortitude, and courage was very vividly brought out for us in true life ex¬ periences. Truly, the Bishop ' s program opened our eyes and made us include the service in our future plans. May we say thank you to Father Marshall and these other generous men who so efficiently briefed us on military expectations and requirements. We are all looking forward to seeing you again in May. —Robert Gagne ’53 —Pierre Plante ’53 PAGE 2 APRIL 1953 Traversee meritee Certains de nos peres s ' embarqueront le 11 et le 19 juin pour revoir leur pays natal. C’est enfin qu’ils jouiront de vacances reposantes. A l’occasion de son vingt-cinquieme anniversaire de pretrise, le Pere Etienne Aubert partira pour Caen, en Nor- mandir II atteste que rien ne saurait Ten empecher. La, sa presence reconfortera sa mere agee de 88 ans qui vient, il y a quelques mois, de subir une operation majeure dont elle s’est promptement relevec. II espere y trouver la solitude et le repos. Nous le lui souhaitons ardemment mais il semble irrealisable qu’un homme tellement dynamique puisse se ra- lentir. Lors de sa derniere visite en ’47, il s’etait vu a la tete des trois paroisses de son frere qui se mourait lentement. Il sera de retour pour l’ouverture des classes.aura-t-il pris du repos? Il parait que le Pere Ildefons van der Linden jadis sur- veillant, maintenant professeur de mathematiques et de sciences naturelles, s’est deja prepare un programme charge et interessant. Son premier souci est de revoir ses parents qui demeurent en Breda, Hollande. L’occasion de son arrivee sera couronnee par le mariage, qu’il benira, d’une de ses dix soeurs. Outre les heures agreables qu’il passera chez ses fre- res il tachera de visiter l’Ecole Apostolique de Boxtel et le Scolasticat de Berojeyh. Il juge que ces deux mois et demi avec les siens seront tres ephemeres. Le Pere Noel Bugnard, professeur au college et a l’ecole superieure, fera ses adieux cet ete meme. Il se reposera quel¬ ques jours a Jacob en Savoie et de la il rejoindra le poste que l’obeissance lui aura assigne. Cinq ans passes depuis son arrivee parmi nous, et notre estime pour lui s’est tellement affermie que nous ressentirons avec tristesse son absence. Le college de son cote offre un repos au Pere Engelbert Devincq, professeur de talent et maitre incon teste d’eloquen- ce, ainsi qu’au Pere Bavo Theys qui trouvera grande joie parmi ses neveux et nieces. Ces derniers attendent anxieuse- rrient, l’un de gagner Saint Omer et 1’autre Louvain. Pour tous ces Peres nous faisons le voeu que formulait Horace pour son ami Virgile: Navis, .... reddas incolumen, precor, Et serves animae dimidium meae. —Roger Fortin ’53 —Ronald Fortin ’53 Changes in the High School One of our most popular teachers, Mr. Gaucher, sud¬ denly took ill in the first part of March. We missed his quiet, congenial way of instruction. His witty quips are ideal for holding our attention and making classes agreeable. We are glad his improving health permits him to be with us again. The Senior and Junior Greek students as well as the Sophomore and Freshman English students certainly miss jovial, good-natured Mr. Hudon. After three years of teach¬ ing in the Hieh Schoo l he leaves with a remarkable assort- ment of pleasant memories. We will miss his smile and unique teaching abilities. Fortunately, every cloud has a silver lining. During Mr. Gaucher’s absence we have become acquainted with such excellent substitutes as Mr. Deschenes and Mr. Gaudet, who have taken over parts of the English courses. The Seniors and some of the Sophomores also had the good fortune of having Father Edgar, our beloved Dean of Studies, for a while as English professor. His solidly pre¬ pared classes coupled with an affable manner of teaching served well to give us a clear and complete picture of Com¬ position and many phases of English Literature which he covered. A new face in the High School is that of Father Noel, a learned scholar, formerly only with the College Depart¬ ment. His ingenious method of instruction is most promising for the Senior Greek students. —Edmond Brunelle ’53 —Raymond Beauregard ’53 AU REVOIR Le Pere Leo, ami de tous les eleves de l’Ecole Supe¬ rieure, a ete nomme econome chez les Assomptionistes a Washington. C’est un changement qui amene des regrets pour nous. Le Pere Leo a toujours ete un bon compagnon et il fut toujours pret comme pretre a nous conseiller. Il s’est devoue corps et ame pour la maison et pour tous les etu- diants qui sont passes par l’ecole durant ses dix-neuf ans ici. Mais lorsque l’autorite parle, l’obeissance repond, et le Pere Leo, toujours fidele a son devoir, met de cote ses sen¬ timents personnels et agit pour le bien de la communaute. Alors, mon pere, recevez notre sincere remerciement pour tous vos efforts a notre egard, et nos meilleurs voeux pour le succes dans toutes vos entreprises. -—Edmond Brunelle ’53 Open House at Assumption Assumption High School will hold its first open house Sunday, May 17. It is part of the Public Relations Program in acquainting outsiders and grammar school students with the activities and life of a student at Assumption. This affair is under the direction of Fr. Edgar Bourque, A. A., and several chosen committees. High School students acting as guides will take the visitors on tours throughout the building. There will be a continuous showing of the school’s color motion picture in the students’ lounge and experiments are to be set up in the Chemistry and Physics Laboratories. The French Club will be opened all afternoon. Visitors will also be able to see a scheduled High School baseball game, weather permitting, to be held on Rodier Field. Towards the middle of the afternoon a French play will be given in the auditorium, followed by a short English play, slices from three different classes, and entertainment by the Glee Club. The afternoon will end with benediction in the Students’ Chapel. To close the activities of the day, a ‘‘soiree’ - featuring “Miss Radio Canada” will be held at 8:00 P. M. —Bertrand Lemieux ’54 —Raymond Grandchamp ’54 APRIL 1953 PAGE 3 PARTING WORDS Of all the times Assumption students enter and leave the campus, only two make an everlasting impression in their minds. How can a student ever forget those inter¬ mingled sensations which filled his imagination on enrollment day? On the other hand, when one’s days at Assumption are numbered, the mere thoughts of leaving its gates on graduation day make every student stop and think. The approach of graduation has opened our eyes to a better understanding of our parents’ love for us, of the devotion of the Assumptionists, and of the fine catholic education we have received under their guidance. First in our minds are our parents. How can we ever repay them for their inces¬ sant cares? They have worked hard in order that we, through the advantages of a catholic education, might face the world better equipped than they. We are grateful to our parents, for all that we have comes from them. Just recently, when many of us made our application for college and found that we had little or no difficulty at being accepted, we realized the value of the formation we received at Assumption. Here we are taught the value of true character based on firm religious beliefs as we are taught to give the proper consideration to studies, to sports, and to social activities. The approach of graduation has also occasioned many happy get-togethe rs where we talk over old times as events of the past flutter through our minds. More than ever, we realize how we’ll miss that gang and all the wonderful times we spent to¬ gether. “Never an idle moment” seems to accurately describe our school life: sports, dramatics, and other extra-curricular activities filled our leisure moments. Wednesday and Saturday afternoons were usually spent playing ball, working around the school for “four bits” an hour, reading in the library, or, last but not least frequent, studying “mot-a-mot”. Oh happy days! During our stay at Assumption, we have endeavored to uphold the honor of our school; we have enjoyed the privileges of participating in that Assumption spirit behind the blue and white. For these joys and for making our school life pleasant as well as beneficial, our sincerest gratitude to the entire faculty. The Assumptionists state in their prospectus that their aim is to develop men of character and of duty, loyal to their faith and to their country . as graduates of Assumption, we will strive to fulfill their aim and bring honor to our Alma Mater. —Donald Lussier ’53 PAGE 4 APRIL 1953 Through the Crystal Ball Who dares guess where Assumption High graduates will be next September? Although no secret seems to be involved, hardly any one is acquainted with the ques¬ tion. So let’s peek into the crystal to see what the hopefuls are saying! Jesus has called upon many senior boys from the ’53 class to follow in the foot¬ steps of our first apostles and to become as they were, “fishers of men”. These boys are . R. Beauregard, E. Brunelle, P. Jean, D. Lamothe, J.-P. Page, R. Racine, F. Roy, M. LaBrosse, and Roger and Ronald Fortin. Father Ulric’s students are as promising as ever: fourteen future engineers! They are: P. Plante, F. Bergeron, C. Brunelle, E. Comeau, A. D ! Amours, R. Dubois, R. Gagne, R. Gallant, T. Labelle, R. Laurence, N. Lemaire, R. Leroux, D. Lussier, and E. Dutremble. Oh, a toothache! Well, be patient, for surely Connie Ferland, or Bill Brunelle, or Phil Goyette, or even Bernard Tremblay will gladly render you their services, (if you wait 6 or 7 years). Although Bernard Cabana does not wish to become a baker, he’ll also be rolling in the dough: he’d like to become a doctor. It isn’t that Adelard Cournoyer doesn’t like Assumption High, but, for unknown reasons, he greatly desires to become a pharmacist. Uncle Sam has always something to offer high school grads. Seven of our Seniors expect to join the services or be drafted during the summer. L. Archambault, N. Grondin, F. Eastman, R. Gosselin, R. Savoie, R. Tourville, and R. Theriault may be leaving soon after graduation. The liberal arts courses does not seem to attract many Assumption students. However, W. Paquin, R. Romero, P. Tougas, and R. Leveillee will enter that field. Granted that Assumption is mainly a classical and semi-classical school, it still furnishes its quota of businessmen. Norm Marois (or engineering), D. Cardinal, and L. Bedard, wish to enter a business school next fall. Paul Goulet, on the other hand, wishes to enter an agricultural school. The curtain has been drawn over the crystal ball, yet everyone is satisfied in knowing what it holds in the future for the Seniors of ’53. —Richard Brunelle ’54 —Norman Sauve ’54 APRIL 1953 PAGE 5 LA RETRAITE DES VERSIFICATEURS La fin de l’annee scolaire approche et de- ja les versificateurs parlent de leur retraite. Chaque annee, une grande question se pose: “Le predicateur sera-t-il interessant?” Cette fois-ci nous ne pouvons en douter car c’est le Reverend Pere Gilbert qui nous fait 1 hon- neur de precher notre retraite. Parce que ce pere a ete notre professeur, nous connaissons quels problemes il prefere traiter et, d’un au¬ tre cote, il n’ignore pas ceux qui nous inte- ressent. Il est bien vrai que ses connaissances eten- dues et la clarte de sa diction l’ont classe parmi les bons predicateurs de la maison. Sans oublier qu’il a le secret de certaines formules, de mots originaux sur lesquels per- sonne ne peut se tromper, tellement ils eveil- lent en nos esprits des realites vecues. N’est- ce pas vrai, Pere Gilbert? Avec quelle anxiete nous attendons cette retraite, non parce que la graduation la suit de pres, mais parce qu’elle est pour nous d’une importance capitale. Plusieurs d’entre nous ne retournerons pas a ce college, soit a cause du service militaire, soit a cause de di- verses specialisations qu’il faut chercher ail- leurs. Aussi avons-nous besoin de conseils re- ligieux qui se graveront dans notre memoire et dont le souvenir nous aidera puissamment dans l’avenir. Un merci sincere, Pere Gilbert, pour avoir accepte avec tant de bonne grace de precher notre retraite et soyez assure de trouver de- vant vous un auditoire avide de boire a longs traits le lait si riche de votre doctrine. —William Brunelle ’53 OUR JINX— (Continued from page I) down to defeat to the tune of 50-48. Water- town, who had beaten us, were beaten later on by St. Peter’s, tourney champions. Our post season games in 1951 were far from being consoling. In CYO play, Keith Academy slipped past us, 49-47. It was a nip and tuck game in which Telesphore did not have last bite. The Holyoke Catholic Gaels put the muzzle on the pups and waltzed to a 45-40 victory. Last year, the Assumption tournament was our only post-season play. We were matched against St. Stephen’s High of Worcester. They had the College’s own Joe Dyer on their quintet. St. Stephen’s won, going away 48-38 . and they went away to win the championship from Drury of North Adams. You know this year’s tale. At the CYO, in Lawrence, a hot team beat a hustling Grey¬ Football, Basketball Smoker Makes Big Hit On March 18, at 6:45 P. M., some 150 students gathered in the Assumption gymnasium for the annual smoker. Its purpose was to honor the football and bas¬ ketball players who had so well represented the school during their respective seasons. Mr. Raymond Marion, history professor to many of the players, presided as master of ceremonies. hound squad, 101-76. Several newspapers complained, but it was our luck to draw the tourney favorites who were nosed out by Coyle of Taunton, 47-46. The Assumption tournament brought us a towering Brookline quintet who governing the board on Teles- phore’s off-night reached high enough to keep victory out of our grasp. As you know, they won the championship too. Is this just the Greyhound’s perennial luck? Has this jinx firmly implanted itself upon our basketball teams? Our bad luck has really come to the front these past two years: in three tourney games, we have had the misfortunte to encounter one of the teams who would reach the finals. Seven is said to be a magic number. May¬ be after this seventh game our luck will have a change. Our teams improve every year; we may hit the jackpot yet. There is only one factor, in my esteem, that can snap the chain of chance. That is our spirit. Spirited ball clubs need spirited fans. Such spirit from the fans can help break our jinx. —Robert Laurence ’53 Past Professors It is only fitting and proper for us to in¬ clude in our memories the persevering en¬ deavors of our past professors. We must never be forgetful of the fact that these zea¬ lous men, who have laid a foundation for our future, have concentrated their pains¬ taking efforts toward the enrichment of our cultural status. The Seniors will long remember the en¬ lightening Latin classes given by Fr. Gilbert. More memorable to us are his experiences as dean of discipline and his conscientious in¬ terpretations of duty which pay homage to this advocate of the common good. The absence of Fr. Paul would not be suf¬ ficient reason for us not to be reminded of his untiring efforts in introducing the funda¬ mental knowledge of French to his incoming novices. In speaking of Fr. Dionysius one would naturally associate him to his alter ego, Fr. Ludgerius. A peculiar European wit, with a remarkable familiarity of Latin combined to render Fr. Dionysius a very popular and in¬ teresting professor. The instructive lectures on ancient history given by the learned Fr. Ludgerius gave a more developed under¬ standing of this tedious subject. Father Gregory, a strict disciplinarian, who imbued into our minds the necessary elements of English, will always be remem¬ bered as a comrade who partook in our rec¬ reations with friendly advice on difficulties. Familiarity towards the students and an excessive knowledge of English best charac¬ terizes Mr. Guenette as one of the most pop¬ ular lay-professors in our freshman year. Un¬ forgotten, also, are the exact instructions on the rudiments of the English language by Mr. Ethier. To these professors, we, the class of 1953, desire to express our heartfelt gratitude. —Pierre A. Tougas ’53 —Renaldo Romero ’53 Father Edgar opened the occasion with a short invocation after which Father Oliver addressed the student body in the name of Father Armand who was unavailable to at¬ tend. Father Oliver spoke of the place of sports at Assumption. He stated that they are a part of an education, and he encouraged all students to participate in them. Mr. Marion then introduced the first guest speaker, Tom Carey. Mr. Carey is the well- known sports columnist at the Worcester Evening Gazette. His humorous anecdotes drew many laughs and his predictions will be something to watch for, as his opinions of¬ fered points of controversy. At this point, coach Ed Boule awarded letters to the football players after which he urged all potential prospects for this sport to try out for the team this coming fall. The captain of this year’s squad then presented Mr. Boule with a little gift as a token of gratitude on behalf of the team. Don Lussier was also given his football jersey for his out¬ standing play on the gridiron. Following these awards, Mr. Marion pre¬ sented the student body with the second guest speaker, Mr. Skelley. He is the prin¬ cipal of Leicester High School and was for¬ merly a teacher and basketball coach at As¬ sumption. Mr. Skelley also has the distinction of having scouted the Holy Cross court-men to the 1947 N. C. A. A. championship. Next on the program was the presentation of letters to the basketball team by coach Charles Bibaud. The students were hearty in their ovations for each player, for everyone was aware of the fine season given them by these boys. The “Bibaud-bunch” showed its appreciation to their coach with a gift. Everyone was eager to see who would be elected next year’s co-captains. It was found that Norm Sauve and Dick Loranger would be the football leaders. Again Dick Loranger was named for the basketball co-captaincy alongside of his teammate Joey Bouchard. Letters for the basketball cheerleaders, mo¬ vies, and refreshments for the players ended a most entertaining evening. —Norman Caudrault ’54 FACULTY ADVISORS Rev. Edgar Bourque, A. A. Rev. Etienne Aubert, A. A. Rev. Ulric Charpentier, A. A. Editor-in-Chief.Donald Lussier Y y Assistant Editor.Donat Lamothe Business Manager.Normand Lemaire French Editor.Fernand Roy English Editor .Emmanuel Dutremble Y Feature Editors.Leo Archambault William Brunelle Sports Editor Albert D ' Amours j« Student Photog ' er. Raymond Beauregard .J. Official Photographers Loring Studios ••• 4 PAGE 6 APRIL 1953 c o I N D E L OBSERVATEUR Voici la derniere edition de 1 ' Heritage et par la-meme les derniers coups de plume de Jean Le Naif. Si le plaisir a ete reel pour lui de dccocher quelques traits un peu hardis, son plaisir n’est pas moins grand de passer son mechant ecritoire pour l ' annee prochaine a un autre satirique. L’arrivee de Paques annonce la fin de l’an- nee et marque le debut d ' une longue periode d’anxiete, de travail, d’examen, mais heureu- sement le tout est liberalement entrecoupe de nombreux jours de conge. L’esprit de franco-americanie fait honteu- sement defaut parmi nous et peut-etre la so¬ lution de ce probleme mysterieux servirait a le reveiller chez les moins ambitieux: gnan- gnanisme, plus ignorance, moins ideal, mul- tiplie par vent = ?; allons, savants, calculez cette equation et vous aurez la reponse. Maintenant que vous etes tous remplis de remords, voici comment vous racheter. Le club frangais montre assez souvent une serie extremement interessante de films. Moi-me- me, lorsque j’y suis monte pour la premiere fois, je m’attendais a m’endormir, mais je terminai la veillee, qui d’ailleurs m’avait captive, en chantant plus fort que les autres une de ces pittoresques chansons canadiennes. Ca vaut vraiment la peine de se deranger. Voici qu’on m’a demande de presenter pour la premiere fois au grand public cette piece de Moliere, nouvellement decouverte, intitulee . L’eleve Imaginaire. Prof- —M. un tel, quelle est la definition de .? (Point de reponse) Prof. —M. un tel, quelle est la definition de .? (Un long silence) Prof. —Voulez-vous me faire la bonte de repondre. (Le calme le plus absolu) Prof.— M. un tel, est-ce que vous etes la? Un eleve —II n’est pas ici, pere. Prof. —(avec force) M. Un autre eleve —II n’est pas ici, pere. Prof. —Voulez-vous que je vous jette hors de classe? (Point de reponse) Un autre eleve —II n’est pas ici, pere. Prof. —Sortez. Tous ensemble —II n’est pas ici, pere. Prof. —Alors! pourquoi ne pas me l’avoir dit auparavant? Preparez-vous a voir une piece organisee par les Versificateurs; ce sera magnifique. A en entendre parler, ils vont faire rire a gorge deployee. Les lettres sortaient en flot de l’Assomp- tion ces jours derniers. “II y a des eleves” qui parait-il ecrivaient en vue du “prom”, d’autres ecrivaient aux Indes, certains au Ca¬ nada et une demi-douzaine au Japon, (cer- taines indiscretions nous ont appris que par- mi ces derniers Gallant semblait etre le plus heureux) ; on en vit meme sortir redigees en stenographic; mais, chose etrange, le Pere Amarin n’en vit point passer plus que l’ordi- naire. Comment cela se fait-il? Ah! que de petits secrets ne se peuvent ecrire dans ce journal; si jamais le Pere A- marin arrivait a mettre la main sur notre petit carnet ce serait la condamnation de beaucoup d’eleves; mais du moins on va voir s’il peut reussir a deviner le nom de l’eleve qui est rentre a la chapelle la bouche pleine de “chewing gum”. Le coupable! Fais atten¬ tion! car il est malin notre prefet. J’ai fini . mais non, voici une autre belle piece et ce serait un crime de l’omettre, (comme les vieilles femmes, lorsqu’on com¬ mence on en finit plus). II semble que notre cher Cabana, oui, c’est encore lui, a regu un coup de telephone de ce qu’il croyait etre une jeune fille. Eh! non, ce n’etait que Fer¬ nand Bergeron qui voulait lui demander d’al- ler a un “prom” le huit avril; mais “Casa” refusa, pretextant qu’il lui fallait peinturer. A jamais, votre, —Jean Le Naif Du Rire! Mercredi, le 29 avril, les Versificateurs presenteront leur seance artistique annuelle au gymnase. Une comedie en frangais, diri- gee par le Pere Roger Ferland, s’intitule “Le Misanthrope et l’Auvergnat”; elle a ete ecri- te par le fameux comedien Eugene Labiche. Un homme, engage par un misanthrope pour lui dire toujours la verite, y reussit trop bien. Ses paroles, quoique vraies, excitent la colere du misanthrope . et le rire de l’audience. Voici le nom des acteurs: William Paquin, le misanthrope; Raymond Theriault, l’auver- gnat; Bernard Tremblay et Jean-Paul Page, un vieux couple; Claude Brunelle, Robert Gosselin, Denis Cardinal, les domestiques. La deuxieme comedie, en anglais, a pour titre “Pot Luck”. Composee par Katherine Arthur, elle sera dirigee par le Pere Richard. Deux jeunes maries louent la maison d’un vieux grigou mais se trouvent mal pris par sa decision de demeurer dans la cave de la mai¬ son. Les situations provoquees par cette pre¬ sence insolite ne manqueront certainement pas de vous jeter dans 1’hilarite la plus folle. Les joueurs de cette piece seront: Paul Gou¬ let et Roger Leveillee, un jeune couple; Phi¬ lippe Goyette, le vieux grigou; Fernand Ber¬ geron et Donat Lamothe, le docteur et sa femme. Tous les eleves de l’ecole sont cordialement invites a cette soiree recreative, d’oii vous sortirez, nous vous le garantissons, le coeur allege de tous vos soucis. —Philippe Goyette ’53 HEAR SEE- SPEAK The end of the year is now in sight and the Seniors will soon receive their diplomas . they hope. Although the other classes are not graduating they are equally anxious for vacations. Father Amarin took pity on us and for a while we were able to enjoy a half hour more of sleep. It’s too bad he didn’t provide to have all Seniors’ Latin recitations omitted too—then we could all sleep soundly. The Juniors have an expert locksmith on the track team. If anyone has trouble with their locks just contact Berthiaume. He will repair them for you.??? Perras played the part of a lady in a French play lately and I hear he did very well. A stranger going through the hall in¬ quired whether our school was co-ed. The Freshmen have an English professor who ascertains the name Fitzgerald to be of French origin. Wouldn’t believe it, would you? When Mr. Foohy didn’t show up for the Military Advisory Program, the Seniors had the honor of listening to “Del” Cournoyer who visualized various aspects of “A. O. Tech.” “Hugo” Tougas asked information concerning quartermater or. “Red” Sauve definitely prefers to study the grammar straight from the book. What’s the matter with the teacher’s notes. Red? Did you ever hear of a guy taking notes on what he intends to tell a girl? What hap¬ pens if she doesn’t reply the way you expect? What do you say then, “Phil” (Goyette)? The Sophomores have quite a difficulty in the mornings. Brother Jules’ alarm clock strikes louder than the bell, so no one know s which bell to get up to. The Aristocrat (Leo Archambault) and Lover (Willie Brunelle) profess to have something in common: they are both heartily devoted to their Terry. If you had to write a composition about Lent where would you start? Our friend “Lefty” Radna believes that Lent begins with Pentecost. Does it? We don’t see much of the Holy Name girls since the basketball season ended—less worries for Fr. Amarin. However I hear that the Senior Prom brought back quite a few. Frawley was stopped by a cop a while ago and he handed him his license and his mother’s registration. Cop —Is this your car? Frawley —Can’t you read? Do I look like Antoinette? Well, this is the last issue and it’s too bad I have to leave you. But we’re glad to see the end coming, so let’s all give a final effort and finish the year right. Good luck. — U. Didit ADIEUX AUX— (Suite de la premiere page) nos reunions n’auraient point ete aussi de- bordantes de vie, car nos grands freres y ap- portaient toujours cette flamme du bon es¬ prit. Comme responsables de l’Ecole Superieu- re, c’est sur les Versificateurs que retom- baient les lourdes charges telles que la direc¬ tion de l’“Heritage” et du “Memini”. Ils se sont acquittes si bien de ces travaux qu’ils meritent indiscutablement nos chaudes feli¬ citations! Jamais ils n’ont oublie que leur position reclamait d’eux le plus grand de- vouement. Ainsi ont-ils continue la tradition invariable de l’Assomption qui veut que tou¬ jours cette classe soit l’esprit dirigeant de cette institution. Comme classe en general, les Versificateurs restent un exemple a suivre. Leur bon esprit, leur bienveillance envers tous, leur coopera¬ tion, mis a l’epreu ve pendant ces quatre an- nees, forment les traits caracteristiques qui les ont fait generalement aimes de tous. Et c’est en effet avec peine que nous devons leur dire “ADIEU”. Camarades de nos annees les plus heureu- ses, votre groupe sera bientot par la force des evenements morcele. Cependant votre esprit invincible, nous en sommes surs, se maintien- dra toujours. Demeurez fideles a votre tradi¬ tion, a votre education Catholique, a vos professeurs, a vos condisciples. Et que dans la vie l’on vous distingue par les memes qua- lites qui vous ont jusqu’ici merite l’admira- tion et 1’emulation de vos confreres. —Paul Archambault ’54 APRIL 1953 PAGE 7 Spring Sports Once again the spring sport-season has come our way. Many enthusiastic aspirants have crowded the diamond, track, and courts, hopeful of securing a position on one of the Assumption teams. As baseball is the top spring sport at As¬ sumption, let us first turn our eyes in this direction. Charlie Bibaud, popular young Assumption coach is taking charge of the baseball squad. As we all know, Charlie has just finished coaching a very successful Grey¬ hound basketball team. This energetic coach sees a very bright season ahead for the As¬ sumption baseballers. He has lost but two of last years regulars and seems to have very capable material to fill in these positions. The one great aim of the coach is to add the “State Champion” patch to the baseball uni¬ forms. From the spectator’s point of view the out¬ look is also very bright. On paper, Assump¬ tion has one of the best teams in the city and is out to prove it. The third base gap left open by the departure of Rene Tasse is ex¬ pected to be filled very aptly by Bob Quist. This yearling seems to have what it takes and should prove a great boost to this year’s team. Back among the infield veterans is Co¬ captain Connie Ferland. This calm, collected, hard-hitting first baseman was a great main¬ stay on last year’s team and will undoubtedly be one of the big guns of this year’s nine. The double play combination should see Joey Bouchard on the firing end and “Archie” Archambault handling the pivot position at the keystone sack. Joe’s flashy fielding has already gained him recognition in city-wide baseball play. Archie looks very good but still has to prove himself. Co-captain Don Lussier will be seen patrolling center field with Roger Racine and “Flip” Goyette in left and right respectively. Don, the best gloveman of the three, will be a big defensive threat while very much is expected from the bats of the other two. Our fast and flashy Bob Roy will once again draw backstop duty. With all the experience gained last year. Bob will certainly be a great asset to this year’s squad both offensively and de¬ fensively. The bulk of the pitching will be carried by our two southpaw veterans ‘Lefty’ Gaudrault and Dickie “Ace” Roy. “Lefty” was the only hurler to stop the State Champ¬ ions St. John’s last year. On the other hand, “Ace” took to pitching like a veteran. Among the yearling, Paul Frawley is a very good prospect and will probably see considerable action this year. Also a new¬ comer, Pete Marceau has plenty of power and should prove valuable as a pinch hitter. Turning the spotlight on the tennis team, the outlook is also very favorable. Under the capable coaching of John Moylan, the team is expected to have a very good season. John, an outstanding player in the college ranks, coached last year’s team and had very good results. The team dropped only one match, against seven wins. Eddie Comeau and Marc LaBrosse are back to lead the team. These two lads have considerable experience and were the big mainstays of last year’s team. Two other veterans, Paul Jean and “Casa” Cabana, should also prove valuable assets. As fifth and sixth men, A1 Daniels and Roger Gallant are promising though neither has the needed experience. The boys are set to better last year’s record and we extend our sincere hopes that their dreams will be realized. Last but not least on our agenda is track. Doc Leblanc, college freshman, is putting his all into shaping out a good team. Last year Doc was one of the members of the squad and having run for four years is very capable of teaching his boys all the ropes. Larry Bedard, fast, persistent miler, is un¬ doubtedly one of the best in high school ranks. Teaming up with captain Pete Plante, Telesphore LaBelle, and Bruce Brunelle, Lar¬ ry should be the mainstay of this year’s team. A few of the more promising newcomers, Gene Dursin, Danny Rainville and Dumou¬ chel, may provide the extra spark needed to push this team on to victory. All in all, the ’53 spring sports season should be filled with many thrills. Let’s get behind all the teams one hundred percent and cheer them on to victory. They need our support, let’s not let them down. —Al D’Amours ’53 Track Schedule April 29—Marlboro - May 6—Leominster - May 13—North South - JUNIOR A GAINS TOP HONORS No matter how under-classed the teams might have been as compared to their op¬ ponents, they were all out there doing their utmost. As in all tournaments there can be only one victor and this was Junior A. This class displayed a sharp and adroit basketball squad as well as a splendid exhibition of teamwork and true sportsmanship. Joey Bou¬ chard and Dick Loranger proved the decid¬ ing factors but let us not forget George Bon- nici and “Lefty” Gaudrault; for they were wide awake at all times. This proud team reached the finals only after defeating a strong and obstinate Senior A team by a one point margin. This victory entitled them to become participants in the finals. Here they went all the way to become champs at the expense of their fellow class¬ mates, Junior B, who became runner-up. Brodeur really proved himself a true basket¬ ball player even though his team did lose. Norm Marois, combining with a spirited and determined Senior A quintet, settled the controversy as to whom would be the owner of the Consolation prize by a display of su¬ periority over Sophomore A. All in all the tournament was well or¬ ganized and the teams were well selected. There was much work involved in preparing this tournament and we would like to ex¬ press our thanks to you, Robert Laurence, class of ’53. You have taken great care of the basketball intramurals all season long. —Leo Archambault ’53 Baseball Schedule APRIL As. 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