Assumtion College - Heights Yearbook (Worcester, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1957 volume:

' fr-l ’ 2 1 - ? ’ ' • W ■ ' « ?y$ i ■ THE HEIGHTS 1957 Published by the Seniors ASSUMPTION COLLEGE Worcester, Massachusetts 35 It is not without a sense of obligation that a stu¬ dent views in retrospect the fruits that he has been made to bear at Assumption College. As the gradu¬ ating class of 1957, we humbly submit this publication as a document of appreciation, a record of achievement, a book of reminiscence, and a note of farewell, that the heights of our college life might remain present as a landmark in the future. For the proper words from which the incarnation of our theme begins and towards which it tends finally to be resolved, we choose the motto of our dedicated instructors: Donee formetur Christus in vobis.” And, in order to vest it with a fitting connotation, we call what is here expressed as the record of our life from initiation to graduation, the ’57 Heights. We frequently speak of Assumption College’s noble tra¬ ditions, which reach back to the venerable founder of the As- sumptionists. To search still deeper is to realize that they originate at the very source of Christianity. What is this tradi¬ tion if not the perpetuation of Christ even into modern times? And what can be more indicative of this than a group of men dedicated to the formation of Christ in young Americans? But, if so ancient a tradition is to attract a society as new as that of young America, it must be clothed in modern dress. Assumption, with its modern buildings, is indeed the realiza¬ tion of this ideal; and the man behind it is the embodiment i of its venerable traditions in a modern context. Obviously, we speak of none other than our courageous Father Armand, who has combined faith and hope in God to raise our Alma Mater out of disaster to a peak of modern progress. It is there¬ fore with filial respect, admiration and gratitude that the Class of 1957 dedicate the Heights to their beloved President, the Very Reverend Armand H. Desautels, A.A. 4 1183 , j ■ r |g§4 It is a pleasant and proud privilege for me to contribute A this word of greeting to the members of the graduating class at Assumption College. I am particularly happy to have the opportunity to extend my best wishes in this first edition of The Heights, the newly established Year Book of Assumption College. The representatives of the graduating class who did me the honor of calling upon me at the Chancery Office explained the purpose and the editorial contents of The Heights. They made it clear that the Year Book will be one further contribution to the general work of education which Assumption has sought to do during the years of your presence on her campus. That work is the development of a complete, inte¬ grated Christian personality, in accordance with the formula so eloquently suggested by the words chosen as the motto of the college itself: donee formetur Christus in vobls , I pray that the Year Book will not only thus re-capitulate, as it were, the educational and spiritual experiences of the past four years, but also set the mood and direction of the lives you are now so prayerfully planning. The very title of the book. The Heights, suggests that it proposes to accomplish that additional work as well. May you ascend from height to height in the careers you have chosen! May God grant you ever wider horizons and more lofty points of vantage as your opportunities for service multiply in the years to come 1 With every blessing, I am Faithfully in Christ Bishop of Worcester r 7 . I The New Campus Temporary Campus 1010 Main Street ' % ■ Dining Hall Tornado to new campus via Main Street — this seems to situate your class in the general history of Assumption College. You tasted campus life in your Senior year, but it seemed little more than a sampling. You have led us to believe that the taste was good. May I say that we appreciate your great spirit of cooperation through it all. I would like to compare it to the 1956-1957 basketball season: it is sterling. As a graduate, I therefore feel very confident that you will make your Alma Mater proud: God make of you, in the fullest sense of the terms, alumni, men of God, country . . . and Assumption. Very Reverend Armand H. Desautels, A.A., Ph.D. President 12 Mr. Dominic A. Caronna, M.A., LL.B. Assistant Professor of Business Administration Rev. Alexis A. Babineau, A.A, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Chemistry Rev. Denys A. Gonthier, A.A., M.A. Instructor in Spanish Mr. Lucien H. Desjardins, M.A. Professor of Physics and Mathematics 16 Mr. John P. Dufault, M.S. Ed. Instructor in Education Admissions Officer Mr. Nicholas T. Joost, Ph.D. Associate Professor of English Mr. Clyde K. Kendrick, M.A. Instructor in Sociology and History 17 Mr. Raymond J. Marion, M.A. Assistant Professor of History Rev. G. Antonio Laberge, A.A., Ph.D. Associate Professor of Latin Director of Evening College and Summer Session Mr. Ronald H. MacDonald, M.S. Assistant Professor of Biology Mr. Peter D. O’Neill, Ph.L. Instructor in Philosophy Mr. Philippe L. Poisson, M.A. Instructor in French Rev. Richard A. Richards, A.A, A.B., S.T.L. Instructor in English Rev. Robert G. Ward, Lie. es L. Instructor in French Mr. Raymond Thomas, Lie. es L. Instructor in French Mr. Andrew H. Robinson, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Philosophy Mr. Jacques J. Zephir, M.A. Assistant Professor of French 19 Reverend Theodore L. Fortier A.A., A.B., S.T.L. Instructor in Theology ' r Reverend Gilbert E. Chabot A.A, M.A. Director of the School of Gregorian Chant Brother Armand Lemaire, A.A. Assistant to the Treasurer Sacristan I..... A «pv Dr. Raymond W. Gadbois M.D. College Physician m Brother Robert Lemay A.A. Campus Store Manager Landscapist Brother Jon Poehler, A.A. Art Director ... ns ; Brother Arnold Glazier, A.A. Cafeteria Supervisor Brother Maurice Boutin A.A. Maintenance Brother Odoric Roy, A.A. Maintenance Heating Engineer Angels of the Kitchen The Oblates of the Assumption First Row: Sr. Petronella; Mother Ignatia, Superior; Sr. Charlotte; Sr. Lawrentia. Second Row: Sr. Ber- nardine; Sr. Raymonda. W- Mrs. Eileen Lawlor Secretary to the Dean Miss Cleo Grady Development Office Miss Jeanne Gosselin Secretary to the President Mrs. Pauline Grady Development Office Miss Rejeane M. Blais Secretary to the Librarian Miss Barbara Slattery Switchboard Class of ’5 7 . ' 1 • - ,r mSmii 2. ' it. What will our memories of college life be like? We will not remember it as an afternoon of unadulterated bliss. Nor is it likely that we shall ever stop chuckling over countless instances of schoolboy mischievousness. What of our struggles with potency and act’’? What of our intellectual wrestling matches with abstruse theology problems? What of the long hours spent in formaldehyde-reeking laboratories, or among piles of retorts, test tubes, and centrifuges? What of the masses of tests and assignments thrust upon us with complete disre¬ gard for our personal convenience? Such challenges we shall not forget; but when the future brings our college days into the proper focus, we will undoubtedly say with conviction, If I am a man today, here is where it all began.’’ Philosophy The main objec¬ tive of a philosopher is not to make, but to know. But while the physicist wants to know how fast Pierre” falls from a building, the philosopher wonders why in the world he should be barking on the way down. We do not think that we know a thing until we are acquainted with its principles and causes and have car¬ ried our analysis to its simplest elements.” We do not mean to split the hairs on Pierre’s” tail, but we would like to know why he walks sideways. Truth is usually found mixed with error, and it is difficult to distinguish the two, especially when the question at hand is complex. As the philosophy concentrators, we are thankful to Assumption for having shown us the proper method of inquiry, the best sources, and the real unity of truth. Most of all, we are thankful for the forma¬ tion which enables us to receive this truth in a Christian manner. MAURICE P. ALBERT Palate” 4 Pleasant St. Fort Kent 4, Maine Another lad from Maine . . . temperamental at times but always ready with a smile . . . known to have an avid inter¬ est in Sociology .. . quite proud at having bagged something during hunting season . . . What was it Patate? . . . received a personal gift from Santa at the Christmas Party . . . makes a fine store clerk. Activities: Genesians 1, 2; St. Philosophy Club 4- John’s Guild 1, 2; Intramurals 1. 2; 24 Well rounded” personality . . . transferred to Assumption after freshman year ... indefatigable worker in school activi¬ ties ... Anybody going out for ads?” ... enjoys a catnap ... strong convictions ... argumentative ... diversified interests . . . bound to succeed ... a certain affinity for interior decor¬ ating. Activities: Editor-in-Cbief Yearbook 4; Business Mgr. of Phoenix 3; C.C.D. 3, 4, Chairman 4; Genesians 3, 4; I.R.C. 2, 3; De¬ bating Society 3, 4, Pres. 3, 4; Chairman and Co-Chairman of Pep Rallies 4; Dean’s List 1; Philosophy Club 4; C.A. 3; NFCCS 4. JOSEPH H. BELANGER 1283 Riverside Ave. Somerset, Mass. mm r EDMOND O. BRUNELLE Eddie 42 Dana Ave. Worcester, Mass. Reserved . . . powerful personality . . . analytical mind . . . incisive wit. .. and at times, a barrel of fun . . . ’tit Claude’s bigger half . . . open and warm friend . . . magnanimous and devoted. Activities: Dean’s list 1, 2, 3, 4; Genesians 2; Philosophy Club 4; Delta Epsilon Sigma Scholastic Honor Society. RICHARD A. FORTIN Dick 102 Puritan Ave. Worcester, Mass. He is a promoter of the finer things in life (viz. Theology) which he understands more fully than most of us. A deep and sympathetic appreciation of the arts, and especially of music, is one of his more outstanding qualities. But this is only the flowering of a personality which has deep roots, for the real richness of his character comes from his constant pursuit of ideals which many would consider to be too noble for a passing glance. Yet he’s better than Sid Caesar at mimicking certain profs. Activities: Genesians 1, 2, 3, 4; Delta Psi Omega Dramatic Fraternity; C.A. 3, 4; French Club 4; Philosophy Club 4; Organist 3, 4; St. Pius X Choir 4- A casual disposition, an amiable smile, and underneath, a serious outlook; that’s Chappy. He knows everybody and it’s a pleasure to know him. He claims women to be his smallest concern, but even they constitute many of his acquaintances. — Connections — Raleigh’s are a man’s cigarette.” Never let his fun-loving nature mislead you. First to help and last to quit, Norm was an asset to the class in all its activities. Activities: C.A. 3, 4, Sec. Treas. 4; Genesians, 2, 3, 4, Bus. Mgr. 3, 4; Delta Psi Omega Dramatic Fraternity; Yearbook Staff 4; St. John’s Guild 1, Sec. 1; Committee for Masked Ball 4; Philosophy Club 4; St. Pius X Choir 4. NORMAN J. CHAPDELAINE Chappy” 33 West Housatonic St. Pittsfield, Mass. 26 WILLIAM P. GEMME JOSEPH M, O’BRIEN O.B.” 78 West 45th St. Bayonne, N. J. Joe will undoubtedly be remembered mostly as a lad out¬ standingly popular with the entire student body, as a captain of the Greyhounds ’ and as President of the S.G.A. But his predilection for the social life and a kind of harmonious development in all areas of personality and activity are perhaps what best typify him. We shall never forget his genuine, sympathetic, and deep interest in others. Let it be known,” says Joe, that you may have tried and failed, but never failed to try.” Activities: S.G.A. President 4; Who’s Who 4; C.A. 3, 4, Campus Leader 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Most valuable player 3, Copt. 4; Baseball 1,2,3, 4. 28 Ridge St. Worcester, Mass. Quiet, reserved, yet energetic and commanding respect . . . a man of few words and many thoughts . . . capable of great sacrifice and devotion . . . high ideals . . . intense and active dedication towards their fulfillment . . . blushing smile . . . prejudice for red an’ gray”. Activities: Class Pres. 1, 2, 3, 4; S.G.A. Representative 2, 3, 4; Social Activities Chairman 2, 3; Who’s Who 3, 4; Genesians 2, 3, 4, President 4; Delta Psi Omega Dramatic Fraternity; Delta Epsilon Sigma Scholastic Honor Society; Business Mgr. of Yearbook 4; Philosophy Club 4. Bijou” 27 ROGER E. RACINE Root ' ” 17 Northampton St. Worcester, Mass. When you’ve encountered an effervescent disposition, a perpetual smile, and a talent for leadership, you’ve met Roger. He proved it possible to be simultaneously serious and gay. Always ready to give a hand, he was respected by all. Roger aspires to the priesthood, and we all know he cannot fail. Another member of the quartet. St. John’s Guild 1, 2. Pres, te 2, Sr. Delegate 3 ; S.G.A. Club 4; Dance Committee 2, 3 , 4; Yearbook Staff 4 Iflita FERNAND U. ROY Roy ” 83 Charles St. Fitchburg, Mass. Quiet and reserved ... an intellectual with poetic overtones . . . favorite study is philosophy and basic trait is sincerity with himself and with others . . . sees things in a complete way and acts with an intense enthusiasm ... A great capacity for work, coupled with a sincere devotion to the highest ideals, constitutes the basis of his character. Activities: Dean’s list 1, 2, 3, 4; Philosophy Club 4; Delta Epsilon Sigma Scholastic Honor Society. 28 MAURICE B. TRUDEL 28 Central St. Gardner, Mass. One of the best balanced individuals in the class, well known, and well liked by all. Lead man on the Assumption quartet, an avid sports fan, and always in quest of a good joke, he remains a serious student. Gifted with a truly philosophical mind, his ambition is to continue work in psychology, but he has a subsconscious interest in the nursing field. Activities: Class Vice-Pres. 1; Philosophy Club 4; Assumption Quartet 1, 2, 3, 4; O.R.C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 4. Trudy 29 of thoroughness and accuracy, it is through no fault of our devoted- professors. They have ever been aware of our needs and ready with advice and encouragement. They have even been patient with our practical jokes in the chemistry and biology laboratories. We owe them our deepest appreciation, for it is largely due to their efforts that our aspirations will be realized. We, the concentrators in the natural sciences, the doctors and scientists of the future, have had at Assumption access to countless opportunities. If we cannot ap¬ preciate the proper place of the experimen¬ tal sciences in a liberal education, if we have not acquired mental alertness, intel¬ lectual curiosity, laboratory skills, habits ARMAND J. AUGER Medic” 37 Battey St. Putnam, Conn. Comedy personified . . . bohemian pianist . . . charter mem¬ ber of the Shopper’s Club” ... motto: Life is so perplexing” . . . transplanted cat’s lungs into Red’s baseball shoes . . . artistically and psychiatrically inclined . . . circulation man¬ ager of jokes a la O’Neill . . . well-rounded personality. Activities: C.A. 2; Career Planning group 2; Genesians 2, 3, 4; Dean’s list 2, 3, 4. 30 EMILE J. BOUTHILLIER PHILIP R. GOYETTE Flip” Main St. Moosup, Conn. One of our many eight year Assumption boys, Phil has con¬ centrated in natural sciences, the stepping-stone to George¬ town Medical School. His favorite subject was biology, but he also liked to spice it with some philosophy. His smallest concern was to Gallop” to Providence instead of across a lawn. Filled ash-trays necessitated a new car, but many are thankful for the rides. He will be remembered especially as a rotund character whose jovial quips often provoked laughter in the class and embarrassment to the professor. Activities: S.G.A. Treasurer 3; Class Vice-President 3; Dean’s List 1, 2, 3, 4; O.R.C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2. Allen Hill Brooklyn, Conn. Our affable red-haired (what little he has left) classmate is one of Connecticut’s three contributions to the class. Known among pre-meds as a whiz with the books and a fizz with the women . . . favorite subject: biology; smallest concern: philosophy. Greatest ambition: to be a general surgeon, an aim already in sight at Georgetown Medical. Activities: Secretary of S.GA. 3; Class Vice-President 1, 2; Dean’s List 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1,2,3, 4; Basketball 1, 2. 31 ROLAND R. LAFERTE Corn Great Brook Valley Worcester, Mass. It’s a boy! Congratulations daddy! The only member of the class pursuing an M.D. degree while managing a family . . . another ' chemistry arsonist . . . loves to hang around, in New York City . . . distinctive chuckle . . . cool, calm, and collected ... an unmatched Canadian patois” with a reper¬ toire of French jokes. Activities: Basketball 1, 2; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 4; Baseball l, 2; Genesians 4. -GVV ' ■ - ; . , - MAURICE L. ROBITAILLE 66 South Ave. Lewiston, Maine Rubber” A very likeable chap with all the answers . . . one of Assumption’s few vets with experience in the Army Medical Corps ... an ambitious pursuer of an M.D. degree . . . one of the arsonists in chem lab ... perpetrator of practical jokes ... disinterested” student of philosophy ... the Life” maga¬ zine envoy at Assumption. 32 FREDERICK T. SCOLLAN Scot” Freddy” 15 West 48th St. Bayonne, N. J. Outstanding in the classroom and on the basketball floor . . . strong will . . . loved to rise early, much to roommate’s discomfort. . . profound affection for science kept him long hours in lab. Activities: S.G.A. Representative 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 4. CHARLES E. TASSE Charlie” 27 Clarendon St. Worcester, Mass. A familiar face both in prep, and college, Charlie divided his college career by spending four years in the Navy (or should we say Marines). He returned to us in ’55 a little rounded around the edges. His numerous trips to N. Y. and later to Boston kept him happy ... of a pleasing nature and a good mixer. Possessed with a mania for kindness, he will stop at nothing to help others. Wants to be a doctor, and will undoubtedly succeed. Activities: From, Committee 3; Yearbook Staff 4. 33 As the businessmen of tomorrow, we will be responsible for upholding the high¬ est and most ethical traditions in the eco¬ nomic world. We shall go forth with all the determination and ambition that is typical of an Assumption graduate. True, the competitive world that we are about to face is still a bit vague to us, but we feel prepared to meet the challenge. Not only have we been versed in the principles of business, economics, management, consumption, and their legal aspects, but the insistence upon Christian teaching re¬ garding the family and the state enables us better to appreciate our position as Christian businessmen. A great part of our future success will be due to our past at Assumption College. aiill Jerry | if GERARD M. COLLARD 23 Harding St. Biddeford, Maine Jerry” came to Assumption with 38 months of service in the Marine Corps ... an affable disposition ... a mature outlook ... a fitting monitor, and the special confidant of one of our younger professors . . . makes good non-use of his hearing-aid in certain classes . . . truly the heart of our Catholic Action group . . . erstwhile marine painter . . . knows a bargain when he sees one . . . Captain of his own ship (a sea-going rowboat). A ctivities: C.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Sec. 2, Pres. 3; Baseball Mgr. I, 2; Monitor 4. r-sw . 34 NORMAND 963 Millbury St. Worcester, Mass. An Assumption Prep, graduate, fine example of what a friend should be . . . always ambitious, nevertheless discreet, successful student . . . scintillating smile and gay spirit . . . a good mixer with many friends . . . plans to land a good job and settle down, (in Southbridge maybe) . . . favorite song: GLORIA in excelsis”. Activities: C.A. 1; O.R.C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball 1, 2, 3; Base¬ ball 2; Intramural Basketball 4; Volleyball Intramural Champ 2, 3. ' J. MAROIS (f ' Norm” ' Danny DANIEL G. GEARIN, JR. 27 Jefferson St. Worcester, Mass. His motto: A man may be down, but he ' s never out” . . . easily provoked joviality . . . reserved at times, exuberant at others . . . always ready with a smile . . . one of Assump¬ tion’s great play-makers on the basketball floor . . . enjoys a joke, including Fr. Guissard’s . . . interested in law and business . . . professes to be a member of a certain Broken Hearts Club”, ... has a way with the fairer sex . , . an all- around sport. Activities: Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1. 35 WILLIAM T. MURPHY Murph 24 Clement St. Worcester, Mass. Imperturbable, patient... fond of social events ... a basket¬ ball enthusiast . . . one of the few Irishmen known to laugh at Fr. Poleyeucte’s jokes ... a regular fellow at all times . . . his predominating smile eased the way through our four years ... is certain to make his mark in the business world. Activities: Basketball Manager 1, 2, 3- ARTHUR D. NEAULT H Tur” 66 Pike St. Biddeford, Maine ti Tur” came to Assumption as a Soph., after serving in the army. Having been a seminarian in Canada and having spent some time in France, he had the distinction of being the only student not required to take French. A short fellow with a big heart, he will go out of his way to do a good deed. (Helping people with car trouble is his specialty). Had a knack for making friends with his fellow-students and that is the reason for his popularity. He is said to live on one of the two streets in Biddeford. Punctuality for Class ??? Activities: Baseball Manager 3. 36 LEON R. RENAUD Lee” Top of Hill Farm Har dwick, Vermont Vermont’s contribution to Assumption . . . hard, conscien¬ tious worker and resourceful student . . . humorous and gay ... kindhearted and generous ... outstanding member of the class quartet... Bro. Robert’s right-hand man at landscaping. Activities: Intramural Volleyball Champ 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 4; O.R.C. 1, 2,3,4. ■smi 8f®8 (Hbmimb a i .: : .... RAYMOND D. TOURVILLE 84 Lyons St. Indian Orchard, Mass. Characterized by hard work . . . enthusiastic in C.A. and NFCCS work . . . favorite letter is A” . . . always ready with the answers . . . widely sought speaker for C.A. work¬ shops in New England ... of his best jokes, he is unaware . . . hobby: traveling . . . ambition: diplomatic career . . . He is bound to succeed, for his motto is: Hard work reaps rewards.” Activities: C.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Campus Leader 2. 4; C.C.D. 1, 2; St. John’s Guild 1, 2, Sec. 2; Genesians 2; Hockey 4. mm mm 37 Le sujet prefere de la litterature c’est l’homme, non pas le bipede sans plumes ou l’animal raison- nable que le philosophe disseque dans l’atmosphere rarefiee de son penseoir, mais cet etre en chair et en os que Ton rencontre tous les jours, avec ses grandeurs et ses petites miseres. Du moment qu’il faut vivre avec lui et 1 entrainer vers son salut, ne nous est-il pas utile de le connaitre aussi intimement et aussi concretement que possible? Mais cette connaissance n’est pas la seule chose que nous avons acquise a l’Assomption. En nous frottant a la culture fran aise, toute d’ordre, de clarte et d equilibre, c’est un monde que nous avons decou- vert — non p a s quelque chose de froid, mais une fagon de vivre qui engage tout letre et dont on se deprend difficilement une fois qu’on 1 a connue. ' j ' ;■ CLAUDE de G. BRUNELLE §§f b • V- , b ft ’tit Claude V 5 Nickerson St. Pawtucket, R. I. Among those who knew him, lucky are those who had the privilege of knowing him well. His year in France brought into sharper relief those interesting characteristics which make up the richness of his personality . . . has a delicately honed mind, a subtle capacity for appreciation, a hidden affinity for people ... a young epicurean . . . relishes French literature and enjoys rolling his fichtre’s . . . Like a small, multi-faceted jewel, he glistens brightly in the more restful corners of life. A ctivities: Dean’s List 1, 2, 4; Gene starts 1, 2, 4; Delta Psi Omega Dramatic Fraternity; French Club 1, 2, 4, Chairman 4, Co- chairman of Activities. ROGER R. LEMENAGER 58 Branscomb St. New Bedford, Mass. He’s Lemon” to the boys, but far from being sour. New Bedford’s little man with the big smile, Rog was known to all and will be forgotten by none. Hopes to become a professor of French Literature. Judging by his numerous letters from home, Lem would make a great Romanticist. What’s that nurse’s name again? A ctivities: O.R.C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Assumption Quartet 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball l, 2, 3; Varsity Baseball l, 2, 3, 4; Dean’s List 4. ' Lemon LOUIS R. LEVEILLEE Ebby ” 570 Park Ave. Woonsocket, R. I. Class humorist . . . collector of French records . . . always remembered to do his weekly shopping” . . . susceptible to uncontrollable laughter during compline . . . noted for his facial expressions . . . class epicurean . . . cosmopolite” a la uncle Ernie. Activities: Assistant Librarian 1, 2, 3; Dean’s List 4; Genesians 1, 2, 3; Delta Psi Omega Dramatic Fraternity; French Club 4, Co- chairman; Chairman of activities for La Maison Francaise 4; Chairman of Masked Ball 4. 39 A la fontaine culture francaise 903 Rogers Place New York 59, N. Y. An amateur historian . . . sighs for the meritorious” reign of the Spanish Inquisition . . . dynamically terrified by the unexpected . . . another shopper” . . . chapel mystic . . . sophistic apologist . . . vagabond peddler of conversation . . . memorable laugh . . . conservative and debonair . . . motto a 1 ’assaut”. Activities: Genesians 3, 4; Philosophy Club 4; French Club 4; St. Pius X Choir 4. RENALDO J. ROMERO 40 m! j . UNDERGRADUATES Mountain climbing . . . adventurous . . . but dangerous at its best . . . demanding courage and a determined will to reach the peak. Truly, Alpinists are worthy of emulation by college students. As Sen¬ iors, we feel that we have reached a peak in our ascent. We have scaled cliffs and crags, avoiding crevasses and avalanches. With the help of our professors as experienced guides we now stand on the heights and glory in the exhilarating and bracing atmosphere. To our younger brother Alpinists we would like to leave a message. Fresh¬ men, the climb may seem too long and the required effort too great; Sophomores, past obstacles may have tired you so that you fear the approaching trials; Juniors, the thinning air and your waning efforts may be slowing you down; but take courage all! Follow in our foot¬ steps; hold on tightly to the rope; when necessary, give each other a boost; keep a grip on your surroundings; don’t look back too compla¬ cently upon the path you have just followed; look upward toward your goal. Be sure of one thing: the reward of standing on the peak is well worth the struggle to arrive there. Seated: Bernard M. Flavan, Claude P. Van Vooren, Frederic L. Dupre, Norman C. Gaudrault, Ronald P. Turgeon, Robert O. Deslongchamps, Richard L. Loranger, Peter E. McGuirk. Second row: Roger E. D’Amours, Lester T. Maroney, David B. O’Donnell, Roger B. Theroux, Terence C. O’Neill, James D. Cotreau, Daniel J. Yvon, Albert G. Nault, Robert L. Levesque. Third row: Chester R. Styczinski, Richard J. Bourcier, Richard J. Lariviere, Leonard A. Page, Joel P. Audibert, Allan F. Rawson, Robert E. Gari- epy, John E)ring. Fourth row: Andre G. Chambre, Paul C. Rheaume, Andre J. Legere, Ronald J. Goba, 43 Henry P. Maher. Absent: Claude P. Angers. CLASS OFFICERS Ronald P. Turgeon, Vice-President; Norman C. Gaudrault, Pres.; Frederic L. Dupre, Sec.- Treas. JUNIORS SOPHOMORE A Seated: Robert J. Blais, Claude L. Grenache, Normand A. Lizotte, Richard L. Blais, Paul F .Campbell, Emile J. Dufour. Second row: Peter O. Caron, Ronald O. Bouvier, Charles A. Dotten, Henry A. Donoghue, Louis E. Dusseault, Leo J. Goudreau, Remi O. Bran- connier. Third Row: Gerald A. Croteau, Jr., Richard N. Beaulieu, Herbert D. Dyson, Norman. D. Des- marais, Andre E. Baillargeon. CLASS OFFICERS George R. Methee, Vice-President; Peter J. Pelletier, Pres.; Normand D. Desmarais, Sec.- Treas. SOPHOMORES SOPHOMORE B Seated: Ronald A. Nadeau, William C. Struczenski, Jr., Henry J. St. Cyr, Paul L. Vaudreuil, Peter J. Pel¬ letier, Richard G. Roger. Second row: Richard J. Testa, Normand J. Paulhus, Lawrence J. Riordan, Willis W. West, Joseph E. Cormier, Anthony G. Ven- incasa, Joseph A. Thomas, Jules A. St. Pierre, Matteo A. Pagano. Third row: Charles A. Paquette, Ray¬ mond J. Mason, George R. Methee, Joseph F. Sweeney, 45 Patrick Martin, Jr., John L. Sullivan, H. George Surprenant. FRESHMAN A Seated: Albert E. Gravelle, Joseph H. Schumacher, James L. Seely, Norbert E. Levesque, Gerald E. Gog- gins, Richard W. O’Shea, Ronald E. Debitetto, Donald W. Charron. Second row: Robert R. Couture, James J. Stanley, Joseph F. Ricard, Julian E. Mercier, Rob¬ ert F. Hayden, Patrick J. O’Connor, Robert S. Sullivan, Ronald C. Zenaro, Donald R. Jobin, Edgar C. Gad- bois, Francis H. Adams, James F. Cain, Thomas F. Harrahy. Third row: Richard L. Belair, Richard G. Gosselin, Edgar J. Lecuyer, Jean L. Noel, Philip R. Cormier, Rene J. Fontaine, Robert J. Labossiere, An¬ dre A. Gelinas, Jean B. Lesage, Maurice N. Morin, John F. McNamara. Fourth row: Armand A. Gag¬ non, Donald T. Moran, Peter P. Choruzek, Robert H. Audette, Felix E. Masterson, Louis C. Brien, Raymond A. Cloutier. CLASS OFFICERS Felix E. Masterson, Vice-President; Andre A. Gelinas, Pres.; Ronald E. Debitetto, Sec.- Treas. FRESHMEN FRESHMAN B Seated: Michael W. Flynn, Jean P. Nault, Maurice O. Russell, Joseph O. Beauchamp, Joseph H. Mar- chesseault, Ronald N. Dubuque, Richard H. Picard, John F. Marchesseault. Second row: Richard F. Hes- sion, Francis L. Rousseau, Norman E. D’Amours, Peter Wu, Robert D. Joly, Adrien J. Levesque, Jr., Abraham S. Mouhassel, Eugene F. Thuot, Francisco Cordoves. Third row: Leo A. Lesage, George F. Au- bin, John R. Belanger, Paul A. DeWinter, Paul R. Goyette, J. Paul Babineau, Wayne P. Gagner, Rudolph Reiher, Clifford Perreault. Fourth row: David J. Chartier, Robert V. Gallant, Samir Gahlan, Emile Trahan, Walter J. Conway, Paul A. Fontaine, Peter A. Gagnon. 47 « ACTIVITIES To discover the value of extracurricular activities, we may begin by posing a question. When have we attained the heights of our development as college students? To know that the soul is the principle of vital operations or that mathema¬ tics is in the second degree of abstraction is quite scholarly, but how shall we feel convinced that we should be doctors, jour¬ nalists, or apostles if we have never tasted the life of a physi¬ cian, a newsman, or a priest? Obviously, the classroom is a great help for discovering ourselves, but for testing something like a talent for acting, for appreciating the problems that make executives and ulcers almost synonymous, for feeling at home in the midst of a high-minded debate, we must already have ventured into them ourselves. Life at Assumption with extracurricular activities is a great opportunity for the venturesome student. One dreams about starring in great dramas; another is hoping for the day when he meets his equal in the art of debating. I have a ques¬ tion that has no answer in the classroom; I join the St. Thomas Aquinas Academy, bring up my question and solve it with my classmates; the next man joins the St. Augustine Debating So¬ ciety and finds that his equal has been studying, dining and worshiping next to him for the past four years. The student aspiring to the stage finds that he has a greater aptitude for journalism, or government, or the priesthood simply because he chanced to join the staff of one of our publications, or the Student Government Association, or a club like the Confra¬ ternity for Christian Doctrine, the Apostolic School, Catholic Action Workshop or St. Pius X Choir Society. Perhaps some of us incline towards literature, while others incline towards a career in public relations. Here again our English Club pro¬ vides a valuable means for literary appreciation or experiment, and the National Federation of Catholic College Students in its affiliations with colleges all over the United States is an ex¬ cellent opportunity for the prospective diplomat. So many activities tend to make the student not merely a passive receptacle of knowledge, but an active participant in life, a booster for his college, an individual with a contribu¬ tion for humanity, and a deep awareness of its problems. This is the height of development in a college student, a height where one can view the world from a level above it, find his place and feel ready to live within it. STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION STUDENT GOVERNMENT At desk: Joseph M. O’Brien, Pres.; Rev. Normand A. COUNCIL Meiklejohn, A .A., Moderator. First row: John F. Marches- seault, Joseph O. Beauchamp, Richard L. Belair, Richard J. Testa, Sec.: Norman C. Gaudrault. Second row: Paul C. Rheaume, Joseph F. Sweeney, Lawrence J. Riordan, Wil¬ liam P. Gemme, Ronald P. Turgeon, Treas.; John R. Dring. 49 NATIONAL FEDERATION OF CATHOLIC COLLEGE STUDENTS Seated; Roger E. Racine, Robert O. Deslongchamps, John L. Sul¬ livan, George R. Methee, Junior Delegate; Mr. Philippe L Pois¬ son, Moderator; Andre G. Cham- bre. Senior Delegate, Standing; Joseph H. Belanger, Normand J. Paulhus, Ronald A. Nadeau, Raymond D, Tourviile, Joel P. Audibert, Jules A. Sr. Pierre. . RATERNITY CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE ; ; Seated; Joseph H. Belanger, Chairman; Joseph F. Ricard, Philip R. Cormier, James J. Stan¬ ley, Albert T. Gravelle, Robert R. Couture, Richard L. Belair, Jean B. Lesage, Donald W. Charron. PEP 1 | ' V I |— j ||T J I | TTliN Seated at desk: Raymond D. Tour- V—A A A v_ J—JAV —) -L 1-Vj A A _L i ville, President. First row: Joseph M. O’Brien, Normand J. Chapde- laine, Sec.-Treas.; Rev. Normand A. Meiklejohn, A.A., Moderator; Gerald M. Collard, Richard F. Fortin. Second row: Ronald A. Nadeau, Richard F. Hession, Normand J. Paulhus. Third row: Andre A. Gelinas, Philip R. Cormier, Jean B. Lesage. ■ Jim ' ECOLE APOSTOLIQUE First row: Richard Belair, James Stanley, Albert Gravelle. Second row: Philip Cormier, Jean Le¬ sage, Norman Chapdclaine, Ron¬ ald Debitetto. Not pictured: Claude Grenache, Norman Paul¬ hus. Edmond O. Brunelle, Rev. Ernest L. Fortin, A.A., Moderator; William P. Gemme, Fernand U. Roy. DELTA EPSILON SIGMA National Scholastic Honor Society WHO’S WHO among Students in American Universities and Colleges Norman C. Gaudrauk, Jo¬ seph M. O’Brien, William P. Gemme. ST. PIUS X CHANT SOCIETY At piano; Rev. Norman A. Meiklejohn, A.A., Moderator. Standing: Ronald E. Debitet- to, Andre A. Gelinas, Richard A. Fortin, Richard L. Belair, Jean B. Lesage, Robert R. Couture. ST. ITHOMAS ACADEMY Seated: Claude D. Brunelle, Roger E. D’Amours, Normand J. Chapdelaine, Mr. Peter D. O’Neill, Mr. Andrew H. Robinson, Moderators; Claude P. Angers, Terence C. O ' Neill, Richard J. Bourcier, Joel P. Audibert. Standing: Joseph H. Belanger, Renaldo J. Romero, Richard A. Fortin, Roger E. Racine, James D. Cotreau, Ronald J. Goba, Fernand U. Roy, Edmond O. Brunelle, William P. Gemme, Andre G. Chambre, John R. Dring, Richard L. Levesque. Saint Augustine Debating Society Left to Right: H. George Surprenant, Robert L. Levesque, Vice President; Mr. Dominic A. Caronna, Moderator; Joseph H. Belanger, President; Richard L. Belair, Raymond J. Mason, Richard J. Testa, Secretary-Treasurer. May I remind the opponent . . Assumption vs. Tech on Foreign Aid. 54 ENGLISH CLUB Left to Right: Ronald J. Goba, Chairman, Ad Hoc Committee; Terence C. O’Neill, Dr. Nicholas T. Joost, Moderator; Paul C. Rheaume, John R. Dring, Secretary. Absent: Thomas Puchalsky, Norman Paul- hus, Members, Ad Hoc Committee; Paul Vaudre- uil, Gerald A. Cotreau, Jr., Richard Testa, Matteo E. Pagano, Charles Paquette, Paul Campbell, Emile E. Dufour, John L. Sullivan. Reception after lecture by Mr. John Logan, well known Catholic poet 55 The Year JOSEPH H. BELANGER Eduor-in-Chief EDITORIAL STAFF Editor-in-Chief . Joseph H. Belanger Associate Editors . Norman J. Chapdelaine Joseph M. O’Brien. Feature Editors . Claude D. Brunelle, Edmond O. Brunelle, Leon R. Renaud, Emile Bouthillier, Armand J. Auger Faculty Advisor . Rev. Richard A. Richards, A.A. The Class of 1957 is, in the parlance of mountain climbers, the lead man on the rope”. It is the lead man who must choose the pre¬ cise route to follow, the best way to overcome obstacles that stand in the way, and it is he who must prepare the path for his teammates. His progress is the slowest and the most ardu¬ ous of all, because he must insert the iron pins, hack out handholds and footholds in the ice of the glacier, secure the climbing ropes. Only after he has laboriously asjcended can his com¬ panions follow, their progress made easier by the lead-man’s success. As Juniors, we started to prepare the way for what was to be the first yearbook published by Assumption College students. The publica¬ tion of such a book would be an ambitious un¬ dertaking anytime, but the problems we had to face were aggravated by the fact that we were the first ones to attempt it. Our progress has been slow, but we have advanced delib¬ erately, knowing that others were to follow in our footsteps. We did not scale Annapurna or Everest, but we did reach the 1957 HEIGHTS. Our dreams have materialized; our goal has been reached. Seated: Rev. Richard A. Richards, A.A., Moderator; William P. Gemme, Busi¬ ness Manager; Joseph H. Belanger, Editor-in-Chief; Norman J. Chapde¬ laine, Associate Editor. Standing: Louis R. Leveille, Armand J. Auger, Roger E. Racine, Advertising Manager; Mau¬ rice B. Trudel. 56 book Staff Going out for ' ads’ work BUSINESS STAFF Business Manager . William P. Gemme Advertising Manager . Roger E, Racine Assistants . Norman Marois, Maurice B. Trudel, Louis R. Leveillee. Staff at Stude THE PHOENIX STAFF First row: John R. Dring, Editor; Rev. Rich¬ ard A. Richards, A.A., Moderator; Peter Mc- Guirk, Ronald Goba, Richard L. Loranger, Business Manager. Second row: Norman C. Gaudrault, John L. Sullivan, Paul Rheaume. nt Publications The NEWS LETTER Seated: Norman C. Gaudrault, Paul Rheaume, Peter McGuirk. Stand¬ ing: David O’Donnell, Terence C. O’Neill, Ronald Goba, Editor. Ab¬ sent: Norman Paulhus, Andre A. Gelinas, Richard L. Belair. HMI The CROSS ROADS Jules A. St. Pierre, John L. Sullivan. 59 DELTA PSI OMEGA National Dramatic Fraternity Seated: Paul L. Vaudreuil, Norman J. Chap- delaine, Business Manager; Rev. Richard A. Richards, A.A., Moderator; William P. Gem- me, Pres.; Charles A. Paquette, Claude D. Brunelle, Louis R. Leveillee, Richard A. For¬ tin, Robert L .Levesque. The Genesians at work •Mr . . : you take your learning from books?’ Joan °f Arc Billion Dollar Saint . . and in disobeying your parents, you broke the fourth commandment.” Othello And let me the canikin clink nesians Assumption Reservists First Row: Richard Beaulieu, Norman Gaudrault, Claude Brunelle, Roger Lemenager, Robert Levesque, Roland Laferte. Second Row: John Sullivan, Roger Racine, Maurice Trudell, Robert Deslongchamps, Philip Goyette, Richard Loranger. Third Row: Joseph Flibbert, Patrick Martin, Peter Gagnon, Maurice Robitaille. O.R.C. Class 1st Lieutenant James A. Doyer, A.A. Chaplain ORGANIZED RESERVE CORPS i LES ACTIYITES DE LA MAISON FRANCAISE Madame Leo P. Gallant Directrice des Activites Cette annee a vu l’ouverture du nouveau college, elle a vu aussi Tinauguration d’une nouvelle organisation, la Maison Fran- £aise,sous la direction de Madame Leo Gallant. S’il y a une Maison Franchise, ce nest pas que Ton veuille y limiter la culture fran aise: elle est simplement l’instrument pour la diffusion des mille et un aspects de cette culture que l’on ne peut toucher en classe. Ne s’attache-t-on pas davantage aux activites que Ton entreprend spontanement et sans y etre contraint? Le programme des activites fut done con u dans un double but: de presenter des choses d’une certaine valeur et d’y interesser les etudiants. Ainsi nous eumes des conferences par des professeurs et des gens de l’exterieur; nous vimes des films sur l’art et la vie fran aise, de meme que certains tires de grandes oeuvres litteraires. La Maison Franchise est encore dans sa jeunesse, mais nous souhaitons sous peu la voir un veritable foyer de culture frangaise. Bal Masque The Queen of the Bal Mas¬ que” along with her escort. Comite des Activites de la Maison Franchise Seated: Paul A. Fontaine, Paul L. Vaudreuil, Madame Leo P. Gallant, Directrice des Activites; Louis R. Leveille, Chairman; Claude D. Brunelle, Co-Chairman; John L. Sul¬ livan, Robert J. Blais. Standing: Claude P. Angers, Lester T. Maroney, Ronald O. Bouvier, Albert E. Gravelle, Richard H. Picard, Richard A. Fortin, Claude L. Grenache, Renaldo J. Romero, Normand E. DAmours, Robert E. Gariepy, Chester R. Styczinski, 68 Robert R. Couture. Intermission Bal Masque.’ Un carrefour a l’interet des etudiants Francais en Amerique Discours sur Versailles par le Rev. Pere Etienne Aubert, A.A. Cap and Gown Day Taking the oath for Delta Epsilon Sigma Catholic Honor Society Receiving the Who’s Who awards. 70 Point of order!” Saint Thomas Day Forum The Feast! Father James A. Doyer, A.A. Athletic Moderator $mn cfiuwnoM y iiMPr fy Cj UM p TlQ KSSUAfPr WMPTh UHPr j mHPT i First Row: Robert Sullivan, Fred Scollan, Emile Tra¬ han, Captain Joseph O’Brien, Felix Masterson, Nor- mand Desmarais, Daniel Gearin. Second Row: An¬ drew Laska, Coach; David O’Donnell, Scorer; Ronald Goba, Herbert Dyson, Joseph Sweeney, Joseph Lane, Pierre Caron, Student Manager; Ronald Debitetto, Ass’t. Manager. Cheerleaders Left to Right: Peter Pelletier, Rich¬ ard Belair, Norman Gaudrault, Rob¬ ert Hayden. sj APT 1 0 c MPTty A WPTI Qk $wm kSSUMp;, A RECORD SEASON ASSUMPTION SCOREBOARD Assumption Opponent Assumption Opponent 57 Providence College . 56 75 St. Anselm’s College . 77 105 Stonehill College . . 76 67 Fairfield University ... . 51 95 Merrimack College . . 61 75 New Haven Teachers . 69 109 Utica College . . 69 65 Wore. State Teachers . 52 68 New Bedford Tech . 47 100 Hillyer College . . 62 87 Stonehill College . . 66 86 Clark University . .68 68 Quinnipiac College . . 56 72 Clark University . . 57 NAIA Holiday Tournament, New Haven, Conn. 67 Worcester Tech . . 54 96 Hillyer College . . 59 100 Hillyer College . . 64 79 Quinnipiac College . 59 70 Amer. Intern. College . 63 78 Wore. State Teachers .. . 75 Pete Houston Appreciation Night, Worcester, Mass. 95 Merrimack College . . 41 69 Holy Cross College ... . 68 Assumption vs. A.I.C. The ’56-’57 season was to prove most pro¬ fitable for the big A”, who left their mark in basketball circles throughout New England. It was, perhaps, the first contest of the season that provided the impetus for this string of victories. Up against a strong Providence Col¬ lege five, Assumption gave an immediate indi¬ cation that it would be a team to watch out for in games to come. The Blue and White put its right foot forward by upsetting the Friars in an overtime thriller by the slim-yet- convincing margin of one point. It was a soft push shot by Dan Gearin in the final few sec¬ onds of the game that started the Greyhounds in their winning ways. Following this game, Pierre reached great¬ er heights than ever before by breaking all kinds of school records in shooting and scoring. In the succeeding three games, Assumption swished the nets to the tune of 309 points. Stonehill, Merrimack, and Utica were the hum¬ bled victims. By this time it had become ob¬ vious that scoring punch was not lacking on this team. It was almost there for the asking. New Bedford Tech was the next to fall be¬ fore Assumption’s array of basketball wizardy. Stonehill then crossed the Blue and White’s path a second time only to stumble for a second time. The Christmas vacations found Assump¬ tion sitting pretty with a 6-0 record. In the next two games, the intra-city small college rivalry came to the fore. The first of these found Assumption with smart passing and accurate shooting, crushing a stubborn but outclassed Clark Quintet. Three days later, As¬ sumption met an upset-minded Worcester Tech club. Up to within the last six minutes of play, the lead was to change hands several times. With a quick rush of points, however, Assumption assumed command and walked off with its eleventh straight, 67-54. Joe O’Brien copped top scoring honors with 21 points. The big A” completed its present winning streak by downing Hillyer for the second time, and in doing so, Pierre hit triple figures once again, scoring an even 100 points. Six players scored 10 or more points, and Joe Lane paced the attack with 17. Responsible for this success have been in¬ dividuals who alone are good, but who together are more than just that. Many factors have con¬ tributed to this victory skein. Excellent shoot¬ ing, sound defense, and a reliable bench have been all-important. No less invaluable has been the fine coaching job done by Andy Laska. The struggle for survival continues. Another for the Greyhounds. Dyson laying one up. Goba on the rebound. Sporting a clean slate of 13 straight vic¬ tories for the first half of the season, the Big A” was high on keeping its victory string in¬ tact as it played host to a strong A.I.C. quintet. Thanks to the masterminding brilliance of Andy Laska and one of the greatest offensive demon¬ strations ever witnessed in the Greendale gym, another obstacle crumbled as Assumption’s vic¬ tory brigade marched to a 70-63 triumph. Pour¬ ing 18 consecutive points through the hoop at the start of the second half, the Greyhounds staved off a desperate A.I.C. rally to clinch their first victory ever over the Aces. Buddy Masterson led all scorers with 17 while Joe O’Brien, be¬ sides holding the heralded scoring sensation Johnny Jones to a mere three floor goals, tossed 15 points through the hoop. In their next outing, the Greyhounds al¬ though out-rebounded and out-fought, profitted greatly from accuracy at the foul stripe to tip Worcester State Teachers in overtime, 78-75. Then, in a warm-up to the all-important St. Anselm’s clash, they rolled over luckless Mer¬ rimack 95-40. But the following Saturday the Blue White stumbled and fell before the talented Hawks of St. Anselm’s, 77-75, despite a gallant bid by Joe O’Brien and teammates to pull the game out of fire in the last minute. Ron Goba, playing his heart out for the Grey¬ hounds, wound up with 18 points as he re¬ bounded valiantly. But the following week Andy Laska’s crew bounced back and quickly resumed its winning ways as they trounced Fairfield 67-51 and tipped New Haven State Teachers 75-69 by coming from behind in the final five minutes, thanks again to the inspiring leadership of Cap¬ tain Joe O’Brien. The very next night, the Laskamen clinched the City Small College Championship by handily whipping a Wor¬ cester State Teachers’ quintet 65-52. Playing their fourth game in seven days, they humbled Hillyer College of Hartford 100 to 62. In a J.V. game prior to the latter contest, unheralded Freshman Emile Trahan stepped into the lime¬ light by hooping 44 points, a new record for Assumption athletes. In the final regularly scheduled game of the season, an outclassed Clark University squad became the Greyhounds’ 20th victim bowing 86-70. Ron Goba reached the indi¬ vidual high of the season for a player as he racked up 24 points. The season now showed a string of 20 victories and one defeat as the stage had been set for the game of the year. 78 To the victor go the spoils . . . The NAIA holiday festival tournament in New Haven saw Assumption playing Hill- yer in the opening round. The Hilltoppers from Hartford could not cope with the on¬ slaught of Greyhound baskets and they were easily disposed of, 96-59. In the finals, Quin- nipiac and its high scoring ace, Porky Viera, sought to tame big Pierre by handing him his first defeat. Averaging better than 32 points per game over a period of three years, the Quinnipiac star presented a problem to Assump¬ tion’s usually defensive patterns. The solution was to shut off Viera by covering him with a blanket in the person of Joe O’Brien. The 14 kid did a great defensive job, holding the ever brilliant Viera to a low 11 points for thirty minutes. By that time the game was de¬ cided and Assumption rolled to its eighth vic¬ tory and the tournament spoils to boot. O’Brien and Goba were named to the all-tournament team. Ronnie was especially impressive from the floor, hitting on 12 of his 13 field goal attempts. ASSUMPTION TRIUMPHS AT NAIA TOURNAMENT ASSUMPTION SURPRISES HOLY CROSS They won! 80 Assumption 69, Holy Cross 68 . . . the difference . . . little Danny Gear in, 5 ' 9 Senior from Worcester. Assumption’s amazing Grey¬ hounds were now Worcester Collegiate Bas¬ ketball Champions. Better than to say a mir¬ acle had happened would be to say that the better team, displaying spirit and hustle, won a well-deserved game. The Greyhounds meet¬ ing the Crusaders in a post-season game for the benefit of the Pete Houston Appreciation Fund” surprised the entire Worcester County by its performance over the favored Crusaders. The star performer and high scorer of the game was young Felix Masterson, who as a freshman climaxed one of the most brilliant basketball seasons one could desire. We must not for¬ get the Captain of this great team, our own Joe O’Brien, who as usual came through in the clutch by scoring ten points in twelve minutes to keep pace with the Crusaders. Also displaying some of their best ball-playing of the season were Fred Scollan, Herbie Dyson, and Ronnie Goba who kept the Greyhounds in contention by some wonderful backboard work. Also at this time we should not forget the coach, Andy Laska, who only two days pre¬ vious to the game, was named Coach of the year among the New England Small Colleges. Andy, our hats go off to you for this victory. You can well be proud, for it was the crown¬ ing-point of six fine coaching years as leader of the Greyhounds. For little Danny Gearin, a great ball-hand¬ ler and guard, Captain Joe O’Brien, and Fred Scollan, this game should long be remembered as the climax of four wonderful seasons of bas¬ ketball playing. To Andy and all his players words of praise no dictionary has yet incorporated . . . 81 • mm JAY YEES IN ACTION ■ • Against AIC Richard McGraw Coach Against Merrimack Mr. John Leary Coach BASEBALL First Row: Robert Hayden, Norman Paulhus, Ronald Bouvier, Paul Fontaine, Rene Fon¬ taine, Armand Gagnon, Normand Bessette. Second Row: John Leary, Coach, Peter Pelletier, Michael Flynn, Joseph O’Brien, Ronald Goba, Joseph Sweeney, Robert Sullivan, Felix Masterson, Ronald Zenaro, Francisco Cordoves, Andrew Laska, Athletic Director. The 1956-57 baseball season is right around the corner and there is a spirit of optimism con¬ cerning the new Greyhound array. Under the capable tutelage of Red” Leary this year’s team is expected to have one of Assumption’s finest seasonal records. The Greyhound schedule has been strength¬ ened by the appearance of such recent teams as Providence, A.I.C., Worcester Tech, etc. In recent years the mound staff has been adequate and its nucleus is made up of veterans, Norm Lefty” Gaudrault, the tricky little lefthander, and the two big” fellows from New Jersey, Ron Goba and Joe O’Brien. Red Bouthillier, our best fielder and one of our best hitters, Pete Pelletier, a hold-over from last year, seem to have the inside track on two of the outfield berths. The other spot is up for grabbing among a fine freshman turnout. Catching and the infield have been the big¬ gest problem for the last few years. Joe Swee¬ ney and Ron Bouvier seem to be the most likely candidates to don the uniform. Zeke” Zenaro, a Freshman prospect from St. Stephen’s, is ticketed for the first base job. Rog Lemenager will hold down one of the other infield posi¬ tions with the other berths completely open. If the hustle and spirit exemplified in the initial workouts are to give any advance sig¬ nificance of what is to come, then the Grey¬ hounds” are in for a banner year. 83 HOCKEY Mr. William Kane Coach First Row: Armand Gagnon, Ronald Bouvier, Nor- rice Morin, Paul Fontaine, Rene Fontaine, Raymond man Paulhus, John McNamara, Edgar Gadbois, Peter Cloutier, Jean Noel, Richard Gosselin, Julian Mer- Pelletier. Second Roiv: William Kane, Coach, Mau- cier, Student Manager. 84 It’s a recognized fact that collegiate hockey is king in New England territory. However, Assumption has never set their foot on the ice until this year. With the 1956-57 season a new sport was added to the sports calendar of the college. Although victory was not in the limelight, the team nevertheless showed great spirit in overcoming odds which were definitely against them. The lack of money to secure a rink in which they could practice proved to be the greatest drawback. Despite the limited amount of practice, the ice enthu¬ siasts, composed mostly of Freshmen, did show a great determination to win. However, Rome was not built in a day and the future looks bright for the skaters with Coach Bill Kane’s leadership. The hustle shown in the Worcester Tech and Holy Cross games is but a preview of the good results that we can expect next Assumption vs. Merrimack season. Acknowledgments It is with great pride that we reflect upon the preparations of the 1957 Heights which, incidentally, is the first yearbook published in the history of Assumption College. A dream, a little less than two years ago, the 1957 Heights is now a reality. However, this chronicle could not have been published had it not been for the cooperation of many individuals. At this time, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to all these wonderful persons for their valuable time and effort: Very Rev. Armand A. Deasutels, A.A., President, Rev. Vincent R. Dolbec, A.A., Dean, who were the sources of encouragement and aid; Rev. Richard A. Richards, A.A., our moderator whose gracious assistance has been invaluable; Rev. Brendan C. McNally, S.J., moderator of the Purple Patcher at Holy Cross, who gave us precious advice at the time of our initial planning, Mr. Robert C. Moore of T. O’Toole Sons, Inc., Mr. Robert Talbot and Loring’s Studios, Mr. Paul Tasse of Tasse Studio for his fine photography, as well as Rev. Gilbert A. Chabot, A.A. and Mr. George Petrone of Jackson Studio who furnished us with wonderful pictures, Mr. Ronald Dubuque, whose art work has been of superior quality. Mr. Andrew Laska, Athletic Director, Miss Cleo Grady of the Development Office, Mrs. Leo P. Gallant, Director of Activities of la Maison Franchise, Mrs. Marie Poisson for their appreciated help, The Worcester Telegram and Gazette, The Catholic Tree Press, for grant¬ ing us permission to reproduce some of their pictures, The Class of ’57 and the officers of the other classes, Last but not least our contributors, patrons and advertisers for their wonderful generosity which has enabled us to publish with pride the 1957 Heights. Editor-in-Chief Business Manager 86 Gold Star Patrons Mr. Mrs. Ralph D. Marois . Worcester, Mass. Mr. Henry W. Gemme . Worcester, Mass. Mr. Mrs. Leo Pagano . Worcester, Mass. Mr. Albert Demers . Worcester, Mass. Silver Star Patrons Rev. Robert P. Poulin . Worcester, Mass. Rev. Roger P. Poirier . Fall River, Mass. Rev. Edward G. Cormier . Worcester, Mass. Rev. H. Homer Boyer . Worcester, Mass. Rev. F. Anatole Desmarais . Fall River, Mass. Rev. Arthur C. Levesque . Fall River, Mass. M. Mrs. Frank Cipro . Worcester, Mass. Mr. Mrs. Henry E. Belanger . Somerset, Mass. Dr. Mrs. William J. Boudreau . Fall River, Mass. Dr. Mrs. E. J. Dionne . Fall River, Mass. Mr. Paul C. Tasse . Worcester, Mass. Mr. Francis Belanger . Somerset, Mass. Mr. Arthur Bruneilc Biddeford, Maine Mr. F. C. Cardarette . Holyoke, Mass. Miss Lorraine T. Gemme . Worcester, Mass. Miss Anna Belanger . Fall River, Mass. Dr. Mrs. James M. Sullivan, 2nd . Fall River, Mass. Dr. Mrs. Raymond L. Grenier . Worcester, Mass. Atty. Mrs. Roland G. Desmarais . Fall River, Mass. Mr. Mrs. Kasper A. Saffer . Worcester, Mass. Mr. Mrs. O. W. Laliberte . Worcester, Mass. Guertin Radio TV . Worcester, Mass. The Rex . West Boylston, Mass. 87 You can’t make a mistake on any purchase you make at A P This is more than a promise — it’s a guarantee that you’ll never risk a penny on any item you buy at A P. At A P the sale is never completed until you’re completely satisfied. The sale must measure up to your every expectation — or A P will promptly refund your money — no questions asked. You can’t make a mistake on any purchase you make at A P SUPER MARKETS § HERE’S WHAT NORTON MAKES POLISHING AND BLASTING ABRASIVES Abrasives for setting up metal polishing wheels and belts, abrasives to be used by the lapidarist for polishing and lap¬ ping gem stones, for pol¬ ishing glass and stone, and abrasives for pres¬ sure blasting. GRINDING WHEELS Grinding wheels ranging from tiny 3 16 to 72 diameter of ALUNDUM and CRYSTOLON abra¬ sives. A variety of discs, segments, bricks, sticks, mounted wheels and points in many sizes and shapes. REFRACTORIES Special refractories— grain, cement, bricks, plates, tiles, tubes—for metal melting, heat treating and enameling; for ceramic kilns; for boiler furnaces and gas generators; for chemical processes. Refractory laboratory ware; catalyst carriers; porous plates and tubes. A varied line of machines for production-precision grinding and lapping and for tool room grinding— including special ma¬ chines for crankshafts, camshafts and rolls. GRINDING AND LAPPING MACHINES Norton Boron Carbide The hardest material made by man for com¬ mercial use. It serves in¬ dustry as an abrasive for lapping, in molded form as pressure blast nozzles, precision gage anvils and contact points and as a metallurgical compound. NORBIDE PRODUCTS ALUNDUM Terrazzo and Cement Floor (c.f.) Ag¬ gregates to provide per¬ manently non-slip (wet or dry) and extremely wear-resisting floor and stair surfaces. NON-SLIP AGGREGATES ABRASIVE PAPERS AND CLOTHS . . . SHARPENING STONES Sharpening stones and a brasive papers and cloths for every use of industry and the home craftsman. Products of Behr-Manning, Troy, New York, a division of Norton Company. NORTON COMPANY Worcester 6, Moss. Plants in Nine Countries—Distributors Everywhere NORTON} Ziakinq better products... to make your products better Dial PL 4-9436 Dial PL 4-4835 GEORGE A. FLAGG COMPANY, INC. WORCESTER’S WINDOW SPECIALISTS 18 BURNCOAT STREET WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS Manufacturers of Washable window shades, Aluminum Screens and Doors, Awnings, Coolmore Porch Shades, Venetian Blinds, Foldoors Clothes Reels — Storm Windows — Reel Repairs § § 88 Congratulations : ! § § CLASS OF 1957 Welcome ! @) ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF ASSUMPTION COLLEGE § § § § § § § § f § § 89 Compliments of STANDARD FRUIT PRODUCE CO. Wholesalers 15 BRIDGE STREET WORCESTER 8, MASS. Tel: PL 2-5645 ED HANLON ' S LAUNDER-BRITE 988 MAIN STREET Quality Service ASTOR ' S 976 MAIN STREET Noted for our Frappes” Compliments of MR. ARCHIBALD R. LEMIEUX Compliments 90 X ' 1 ! X| -. ! i 9 . t ?-. ' 5 -i ' t , v£ 0 ' 9-, lyjh ' , ! 1 U t . ! “, t . ' , ' 1X 9 Compliments § °f Monsignor William H. Ducharme, Pastor § § § § § § § § § § § ST. JOSEPH S PARISH 41 HAMILTON STREET § § § § § § § § § § WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS I § 91 Compliments of CANADA DRY BOTTLING COMPANY OF WORCESTER Metal Stampings, Tools and Dies Electrical Assemblies LUNDQUIST TOOL and MFG. CO., INC. 57 JACKSON STREET WORCESTER 8, MASS. DeMAMBRO RADIO SUPPLY CO., INC. 222 SUMMER STREET WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS Phone: PL 7-5626 Tape Recorders — Recording Supplies Amateur Radio Equipment Electronic Supplies Dial: PL 5-4557 — 7-4261 BLONDIN ' S Compliments of Television Appliances PULLMAN-STANDARD George B. Blondin, Prop. CAR MFG. COMPANY 113 HAMILTON STREET WORCESTER 4, MASS. WORCESTER, MASS. 92 ' mw - m «V fCL At - ”. ' -V ' ’ c h % h h § § § % § % KESSELI MORSE COMPANY Builders and Masons Supplies Tile and Floor Covering Installations Transit mixed concrete 242 CANTERBURY STREET WORCESTER 3, MASS. Dial: PL 2-1901 Class ’24 H. L. ROCHELEAU Insurance Agency Fire - Automobile - Life and Bonds 16 Norwich St. 18 Main St. Worcester Millbury Phones: Wore. PL 4-7225 — Mill. UN 2771 George E. Belanger H. S. ’45 BIANCHI TILE MARBLE COMPANY Ceramic Tile and Marble Resilient Floors George Bianchi, President 38 VINTON STREET WORCESTER, MASS. Compliments of CAMPUS STORE CHABOT MOTORS, INC. MILLBURY, MASS. DeSoto - Plymouth Dealer Tel.: PL 4-1127 94 Compliments of On Everybody’s Dial Slater Building 390 MAIN STREET Your good music station WORCESTER, MASS L. PAUL COURCHESNE Funeral Home Lucille and Paul, Morticians 82 PLANTATION STREET HENRY W. GEMME and SONS Contractors and Builders 28 RIDGE STREET WORCESTER 4, MASS. PL 4-1310 Air Conditioned Bakery goods for homes, restaurants and weddings FRESH DAILY! TOUPIN FRENCH PASTRY SHOPPE Catering 323-5-7 PLEASANT STREET WORCESTER 2, MASS. Dial: PL 6-9147 95 GOLDSTEIN, SWANK GORDON CO. JEWELERS Established 1899 5 NORWICH STREET WORCESTER 8, MASS. Tel: PL 6-4356 Best Wishes to the GRADUATING CLASS OF 1957 HIGHLAND DINER 118 HIGHLAND STREET WORCESTER, MASS. § Compliments of H. W. FAIRBANKS ELECTRIC CONTRACTING CO., INC. 159 LAKE AVENUE WORCESTER 4, MASSACHUSETTS § § § § % § § § § § § § § | § WORCESTER TELEGRAM • LAND SEA FOODS, INC. Marcel Chene, Proprietor THE EVENING GAZETTE Self-Service Super-Market SUNDAY TELEGRAM • Meats — Fish — Vegetables Groceries RADIO STATION • Tel.: PL 5-1245 — PL 5-1246 WTAG-WTAG FM 291-293 PLEASANT STREET WORCESTER, MASS. : J. A. BERIAU SONS, INC. I Established 1913 Incorporated 1955 Roofing contractors — Sheet Metal Work — Skylights Slate — Tin — Tile and Gravel Roofing § 900 MAIN STREET WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS § Tel.: PL 6-1922 § § § § § § § § § § f A. A. PHENIX Plumbing Heating 130 HAMILTON STREET WORCESTER 4, MASS. PL 2-3288 PL 4-5943 § t LOUIS J. BOUCHER SONS | GRAFTON HILL DAIRY Milk — Cream — Eggs Wholesale and Retail 254 LAKE AVENUE WORCESTER, MASS. Tel.: SW 9-9532 — 9-5922 98 Compliments of MISCOE SPRING WATER CO. 15 PUTNAM LANE WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS Tel: PL 5-2541 Congratulations to the CLASS OF 1957 WORCESTER FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION 22 ELM ST., WORCESTER New England’s Largest Resources Over $130,000,000. PL 3-5427 Since 1858 Know the nation over as Worcester’s Finest Restaurant BANQUETS for every occasion Completely air cooled and air conditioned — Unmatched in comfortable atmosphere and quality of food served. Charles, John, James and Spero Davis PUTNAM THURSTON ' S RESTAURANT 19-27 Mechanic St. Worcester $ I § § 99 § § § § § § § § § s f § § § § I F. D. PERRY CO. Coal - Coke - Fuel Oils Complete Burner Service 965 MILLBURY STREET PL 3-6307 MAURICE BARBER SHOP Where Assumption Men Meet 4C RICHMOND AVENUE WORCESTER, MASS. GENERAL SCREW MACHINE PRODUCTS Manufacturers of AVON GARDEN LAWN SPRINKLERS Oscar and Normand Vaudreuil 383 SHEWSBURY STREET WORCESTER, CONN. Best Wishes from the UNIVERSITY ESSO STATION 972 MAIN STREET WORCESTER, MASS. Best Wishes DESPLAINES FUNERAL HOME 856 MAIN STREET WORCESTER 10, MASS. Tels.: PL 5-4132 — 2-3402 PL 4-4171 MIMEOGRAPH DISTRIBUTORS, Inc. A. B. Dick Products Mimeograph - Spirit Lithograph Azograph Paper 860 MAIN STREET WORCESTER 10, MASS. PALM ' S GULF SERVICE STATION Motor Tune Ups and General Repair Work 263 GRAFTON STREET WORCESTER, MASS. PL 2-9991 Compliments of WILLIAM L. FOX ICE CREAM Herbert Dyson, Prop. Tel: PL 2-6904 DYSON ' S BAKERY Knoivn for Quality Baked Foods’ 662 SOUTHBRIDGE STREET WORCESTER 3, MASS. 100 § CHINA GLASS $ the McDonald COMPANY § § § § § § § § § § Designers — Engineers — Fabricators of Food Service Equipment For Convents — Schools — Hospitals 43 LANSDOWNE STREET f § § BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS SILVERWARE DETERGENTS § ! 101 f . r O ‘ r - - r v5 o -. ’ - JJ ' J ' -. l 5 ' _✓?- vjh ' - ' , Ijj -. 5 -. - ( -. ■ y r - L . ' _ . V . vj ' S r y? v5 . ■- ?-.tv5 ' - X ANDERSON and SUNDQUIST, Inc. 5W Service Super Market 26 GREENWOOD STREET WORCESTER, MASS. Tel.: PL 2-2339 Compliments of SODA SHOPPE and RESTAURANT WEBSTER SQUARE WORCESTER, MASS. The place tv here the best coffee is served. CUMMINGS FUEL OIL Coal — Coke — Oil Paul E. Daly Tel: PL 5-3106 Courtesy of A FRIEND AUNT MARY ' S RIVERSIDE AC. BURDON STREET WHITINSVILLE OUR SPECIALTIES Fried Chicken - Steaks For Reservations Whitinsville 4-2169 or 4-2400 Compliments of THE DIAMOND MATCH COMPANY 701 WEST BOYLSTON STREET WORCESTER, MASS. J. C. FREEMAN and CO. Worcester’s oldest optical and photographic supply store. MAIN STREET AT ELM PL 3-4960 — 3-7426 NATIONAL GLASS WORKS Two Convenient Locations 119 SHEWSBURY STREET Dial: PL 5-3425 372 PARK AVENUE Dial: PL 6-0610 WORCESTER, MASS. LOVELL MARKET 112 LOVELL STREET WORCESTER, MASS. Choice Meats - Vegetables - Groceries Compliments of CENTRAL SUPPLY COMPANY 939 WALDO ST. - 156 COMMERCIAL ST. WORCESTER 8, MASS. § § 102 Compliments of HENRY L. HANSON CO. 25 UNION STREET WORCESTER, MASS. Congratulations from the CLASS OF ' 58 § Compliments of HIGHAM, NEILSON, WHITRIDGE REID, INC. 50 CONGRESS STREET BOSTON 9, MASSACHUSETTS Boston - Philadelphia - Nashville - Atlanta - Chicago - Los Angeles Designers and administrators of Student Insurance Program § § § § § § S § § GRANGER CONTRACTING CO., INC. GENERAL CONTRACTORS 306 MAIN STREET WORCESTER 8, MASSACHUSETTS Telephone: PL 6-7181 Compliments of J. G. LAMOTHE and SONS WORCESTER - BOSTON § f § ! Compliments of GOTHIC CRAFT, INC. NORTHBORO, MASS. Manufacturers of Church Furniture 104 X ' ■ 5 5 ' 7 ‘ ' -c? - ' , - ' 5 - ■£ ' ‘ ' - ‘ ' - ' ■ ' - 5 ' - 5 ' - 5 ’ i ' - ■ ' P ' -C r ‘ , 0 - ' O X § § s § HECK ' S AUTO SERVICE 214 MAIN STREET MILLBURY, MASS. Body work, Painting Repairing Bus.: UN 5-2588 Home: UN 5-2134 Compliments of J. ROMEO PELLETIER 9 MAIN STREET LEOMINSTER, MASS. RECORDS! Tops in Popular Jazz Classical Fifth Floor at DENHOLM’S Compliments of A FRIEND Best Wishes PERKINS BUTLER, INC. 1882 - 1957 Our 75th Anniversary BERBERIAN ' S MEN ' S STORE MAIN AT FEDERAL Complete line of men’s wear. Compliments of GLASS ' MARKET 998 MAIN STREET WORCESTER, MASS. § § § WORCESTER SAND GRAVEL CO. All Kinds and Sizes of WASHED SAND GRAVEL Prompt Delivery — Courteous Service QUALITY | Always Buy The Best — It Costs No More” § PL 6-6283 or PL 7-3397 WORCESTER SAND GRAVEL CO., INC. 214 HOLDEN STREET SHREWSBURY § 105 X v ' ( ' -. ' y5 - ’ Jn - -. •- ?-. 5 i -. - - 5 v?-. -tf-. - ?■ ' - - - ?■ - 5 kJ - r i v5 c . l 5 X $ f There is no place like HARR FORD ' S NEW HOME GOLD STAR BOULEVARD Compliments of NEW ENGLAND KNIFE CO., INC. Machine Knives - Industrial Grinding 6 BURTON STREET WORCESTER 7, MASS. Compliments of MAROIS BROS. INC. 965 MILLBURY STREET WORCESTER 7, MASSACHUSETTS Compliments of BAY STATE ABRASIVE PRODUCTS CO. WESTBORO, MASSACHUSETTS For good food served in pleasant surroundings Visit HARRY DAVIS MARK, INC. HICKORY HOUSE University Clothing Luncheon Dinner Cocktail Lounge 330 MAIN at the Private Banquet Rooms for all occasions CENTRAL BUILDING For Reservations: PL 2-0471 106 107 MOORE ' S PHARMACY Painting Contractors HAMILTON MEDICAL SUPPLY 83 HAMILTON, at INGLESIDE AYE Compliments Compliments MR. MRS. ERNEST FORTIN WOONSOCKET, R. I 109 Compliments Best Wishes Compliments of Jewelers for your Class Rings DIEGES CLUST Manufacturing Jewelers MR. GERARD E. BELANGER INSURANCE 16 NORWICH STREET WORCESTER, MASS. PL 4-7225 226 PUBLIC STREET PROVIDENCE, R. I. 110 s Best Wis hes to the 1957 GRADUATING CLASS AL VUONA SUPREME BEEF COMPANY Purveyors to institutions and restaurants PL 4-1197 or SW 9-0171 Compliments of Dugan ' s Beer THE WORCESTER BREWING CO. § 5 BARON I GLASS WORKS Authorized LIBBEY-OWEN FORD Safety Glass We Specialize in Auto Glass Curved Conventional Windshields Window Glass - Plate Glass - Fireplace Mirrors Fireplace Fixtures - All Rough Glass Glass Table Tops Dealers for THERMOPANE Picture Window Glass 238 SHREWSBURY STREET PL 2-7742 Broken Glass Quickly Replaced § I RICCIARDI SONS CONSTRUCTION INC. ASPHALT PAVING Parking Lots - Driveways - Sidewalks Private Roads - Driveway Entrances Excavating - Grading - Landscaping Oiling Tarring of Roads Free Estimates PL 6-9334 — PL 5-1505 OFFICE: 900 MAIN STREET RES.: 75 UNCATENA AVENUE WORCESTER, MASS. § 111 direct sales composition mechanicals halftone and line personal service original film and plate stripping plate making offset printing folding complete bindery service packaging delivery t. o’toole and sons, inc. Stamford, Connecticut Stamford davis 4-9226 new york melrose 5-4112 ■ 4 ‘ . - li: v : !■ „•- .-v: ' . “W4 ' - v v __ ■H5R