Augustinian Academy - Augustinian Yearbook (Staten Island, NY)

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Ei JAMES SAUSE Jim Staten Island, New York Day Students' Club l,2,3,4g Intramural Sports l,2,3,4: In- ter Nos 4: Annual Staff 43 Class Secretary 4: Freshman Baseball 45 Varsity Baseball 4: I.V. Basketball 2,3g Var- sity Basketball 4. Jim has been one of the most cheerful and reliable students one could possibly know. Loved by all who know him, his popularity can have no equal. As a friend, scholar,or athlete, his sincerety is appar- ent. A fine shortstop, he is able to liven up any infield with his aggressive spirit. He is also a fine basketball player, having played on the Varsity in his fourth year. Accomplishment has come easily to Jim in all his subjects and we are sure of a bright future for him. The best of luck to a true friend, Jim. CHARLES SEMON Charlie , Chas Staten Island, N.Y. Day Students' Club 1,2,3,4g Intramural Sports l,2,3,4: Inter Nos 4gAnnual Staff 4: Freshman Baseball: J.V. Bas- ketball 2g Varsity Basketball 3,4g Varsity Baseball 3,4. Charlie's outstanding activities in sports is his most note-worthy achievement. He has become one of our leading athletes, both in baseball and in basketball. Although he has maintainedlgood marks in all his sub- jects, Chas ranks Chemistry and Mathematics as his favorites. He has been no stranger to the Honor Roll. His pleasant, easy-to-talk-to manner has won him many a lasting friend. Good luck, Chas , It has been a pleasure to be your classmate. JAMES SHEA Jim P Staten Island, New York The Class of '53 would not have been the same with- out Jim's cheerfulness and fine sense of humor. Quick to learn he has taken all his school work in stride. A natural athlete, he made impossible plays look easy at third base. His manifested abilities should enable him to achieve great things. The best of luck to you, Jim. 20

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THOMAS QUINLAN Torn Bedminster, New Jersey Day Student Club 1,2,3,4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 4. Tom, a product of New Jersey, could well be called Mr. Personality Plus. His clever wit and hearty laugh have made him one of our good humor' men. Never caught without a good joke, he always has a friendly word for all. Tom, a good student, has succeeded in all his sub- jects, but particularly likes History. In the sports sphere, his ability on the golf links has spurred the golf team to many an important victory. We all join in ishing you good luck, T m. york Z q, Jfggixf-f' C . X xdfm if 1 FRANCIS REILLY Frank, F.R. Bronx, New York Religion Study Club 1,25 C.S.M.C. 3,43 Annual Staff 43 Inter Nos 45 Class Treasurer 23 Dramatic Club 3: Choir 4: Varsity Basketball 4: All Augie Football 43 Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4. Jovial, warm-hearted, and excitable, are qualities whichbest describe Frank. Whenever the topic of dis- cussionis the Bronx, Frank is quick to defend that lit- tle bit of heaven. Scholastically, Frank rates with the best, his favorite subject being American History. F.R. is as much at home discussing a period in American History as he is in explaining the intricate parts of a hot-rod. Onthe playing field, Frank is a top-flight athlete. His appearance on the Varsity Basketball team and participa- tion in all intramural sports is a vivid proof of this fact. The very best of luck to you, Frank. B ERNARD SACCARO Bernie, Benny Staten Island, N.Y. Day Student Club 1,2,3,4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 3.4: Annual staff 4g Inter Nos 45 Fresh- man Baseball. In his four years on the Mount, Benny has been a sincere and good-natured friend to all. A hard worker in extra-curricular activities, he has never failed in any task assigned to him. His clever wit and good-natured pranks have been continualsources of enjoyment for his classmates. He has combined a talent in sports with a clear mind in studies. Best of everything to you, Bernie. 19

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X Q- . 5 JAMES SHERRY Jim Staten Island, New York Day Students' Club l,2,3,4g Intramural Sports l,2,3,4g Inter Nos 43 Annual staff 4g Freshman Baseball: Varsity Baseball l,2,3,4: Varsity Basketball 2,3,4: Class President 4. In his stay at the Academy, Jim has gained the friendship and admiration of all. One of the more popu- lar in the class, Jim is an earnest student and a fine athlete. He has proven his ability in sports, especially baseball and basketball by his aggressive spirit and fine sportsman- ship. Last year, as a Junior, Jim was second highest in basketball scoring honors. This year, he has more than proven his right to the title of Captain. It has been a pleasure to know you, Jim , may you attain the goal for which you strive. - . gent worker. CHARLES TWYFORD Mike Staten Island, New York Day Students' Club 3,4g Intramural Sports 3,4. Mike came to' us from Xavier High School in the Junior year. During his two years with us he has made good progress in his studies, Chemistry being his special- ty. His wit and cleverness has been a continual source of merriment to us. In the years to come, may you ever be a credit to your Alma Mater, Mike , and may the future bring you a- bundant good fortune. ' 21 ROBERT STEELE Bob Staten Island, New York Day Students' Club l,2,3,4g Intramural Sports l 2 3 4 Inter Nos 43 Annual Staff 4, Freshman Baseball Varsity Baseball 3,4g J.V. Basketball 2,35 Varsity Basketball 4 Class Treasurer 4. Bob , a product of Our Lady Queen of Peace School has shown himself to be a perservering student and a dill He has served on both Inter Nos and the Annual Staffs Bob aspires to a future in physical education The athletic ability and good sportsmanship which he has dis played on the baseball diamond and on the basketball court leave little doubt that he will achieve his goal We are proud to have had you as our friend and class mate, Bob , we wish you the best. I