Augustinian Academy - Augustinian Yearbook (Staten Island, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1954 volume:

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These four lines, taken from Henry Wadsworth, Longfe1loW's poem, The Arsenal at Springfield, form the theme of the 1954 AUGUSTINIAN. A Catholic education aims at the training of the threefold capacity of man-intellectual, moral, and physical. Instructing man's mental faculty with the principles of Christ, Catholic education aims to redeem XX the human mind from errors, to banish the moral X conflict between man and God, to establish peace X among men, and to eliminate the need of arsenals and forts x ' ' N X xxx X N lyk?- I 5 .27 W ,, - W I 'LW 1 II ,i 4 -3659 SN The Faculty, as a general staff, outlines the strategy and plans for the victory of truth over error in the minds of men. F UULTY 1927 1931 1934 1935 1939 1944 REV. J. BERNARD HUBBERT, O. S. A. Religious Profession B.A . from Villanova University Ordained to priesthood Instructor of Biology, Physics, and Chemistryat the Augustinian Academy M,A. from Catholic University Rector of the Augustinian Academy 1928 1932 1935 1937 1938 1938 1944 1950 VERY REV. PATRICK J. KENNY, O. S. A. Religious Profession B.A, from Villanova University Ordained to priesthood Graduate of the University of Wuerzburg, Germany Instructor of Religion, Civics and History at the AugustinianAcad- emy Sub-Prior and Procurator at the Augustinian Academy Prior of the Augustinian Academy REV. ALBERT C. O'LOUGHLIN, O. S. A. 1914 1917 1920 1920 1945 Religious Profession B,A. from Villanova Col- lege Ordained to Priesthood M.A. from Villanova Col- lege Instructor of English, His- tory and Algebra at the Augustinian Academy REV. JOHN C. POWER, O. S. A. Ordained to priesthood 1934 Graduated from Gregorian University, Rome, Italy 1953 Instructor of Religion, Latin and English at the Augus- tinian Academy 1933 REV. AUGUSTINE GONZALES, O. S. A. 1924 1926 1931 1941 1946 Religious Profession B.A. from Valladolid,Spain Ordained to Priesthood M.A. from Catholic Uni- versity lnstructor of Religion and Spanish at the Augustinian Academy REV. EZRA J. REV. HENRY J. FENTON, O. S.A. MCINTYRE, O. S. A. 1931 Religious Profession 1940 Religious Profession 1935 B.A. from Villanova Col- 1944 B.A. from Villanova Col- lege lege 1938 Ordained to Priesthood 1947 Ordained to Priesthood 1939 M.A. from Catholic Uni- 1948 M,A. from Catholic Uni- versity versity 1939 Instructor of English, Latin 1950 Ir1SlruCr0r0fRe1ision. Latin and Religion at the Augus- tinian Academy 7 and Greek at the Augus- tinian Academy MR. WILLIAM J. WELSH, B. A. 1947 G r a d u a t e d Augustinian Academy 1951 B. A. from St. Francis Col- lege 1953 Instructor of Civics, World History, and English at the Augustinian Academy. ..X. Q X f .. A r Q ' - Qi-5. H L . r . 5 4X- , ffwk s. .::.EX. Nsns ss.. -N 3 f . -X :I .X XX - est . . . , i X R XXX 2 Mg? X 'X5 X X X X XQXX X X is X X S NX? X. XXX XXs ess. sys SQ X X N XX X Q NX X XX X N XX Q X X X X SX Q X X X X S s XX N X X X oss XX s Q X X X X QQ X X QXX X X X XX X X X XX X X 2. X N X X XX Q X ES X X X X X XXX 5. .X 2 XXXs ,.. XXXQSSKX -X 12:81-r' N X5 XX X ' 5 Q is- if . 52-XXX! ' E3 Xw l ' Ayr X55 .f 'S-Fit 1551 1 .X GX.. X.. .X K X ..A X. X XX .. N f -9 ' : X ' X MR.RAYMOND J. VILLANI, M.S. 1943 Graduated Evander Childs High School 1951 B. S. and M. S. from Ford- ham University 1953 Instructor of Algebra, Biol- ogy, Geometry, and Trig- onometry at the Augustinian Academy. Y The pious and kind Sisters, the Daughters of the Most Holy Redeemer, who prepare our food at the Augustinian Academy. DR, E. J. MORRIS M. D. School Physician MRS. JOHN McLERNAN School Secretary 8 Catholic Education points out the way to live in harmony with the Will of God and at peace with one's fellow men. SENHIH FOUR YEARS In September, 1950, a group of new arrivals was welcomed 1950 at the Academy. Our high school training had begun. We 1951 attacked many new subjects such as Latin, Algebra, and Bi- ology with great eagerness. Before we knew it, the brilliant colors of autumn had faded into ice and snow and we began to feel at home within the walls of Mount Saint Rita, Our Christmas vacation came and wentg soon we were sub- jected to our first real test of mastery in the form of the mid-year examina- tions. The second half of the year proved just as exciting and interesting, as we strove ever onward toward that ultimate goal, our senior year. The months sped quickly by, and just as the world comes alive refreshed and new after the winter, so we returned from our Easter vacation. Suddenly, before our glossy eyes and tired brains, our long-awaited summer vacation appeared and our first year in high school was over. This year helped us to know our classmates better, and to select those who, as class officers, would lead us in our various activities. John Duddy was elected President, Robert Brennan, Vice-president, Arthur Johnson, Secretary, and John Murphy, Treasurer. Moreover, many future stars of the athletic field began to shine, such as Tom Walsh, John Hagemann, Zeph McLean, Al Ziccardi, John Duddy, and George Whitfield. We were confident of many vic- tories in later years. The exalted position was finally reached. The thrill of hold- 1951 ing the reins of authority was evident on our eager faces as 1952 we returned to Mount St. Rita to commence the sophomore year in our scholastic endeavors. Caesar's battles and Geometry with its angles, figures, and theorems, were at first greeted by a confused but determined class. But as the year passed, problems and translations in these subjects became comparatively easy, be- cause of the kindness and patience of our instructors. This year also saw a new addition to our class, Marshall Halphen from Malvern. For class President, we chose Robert Brennan, Vice-president, Bill Faixg the offices of Secretary and Treasurer were filled by Louis Correard and John Murphy, respectively. In the field of sports, several valuable key players were outstanding once more, such as Tom Walsh, Gerald LeMole, John Duddy, Zeph McLean, and Kenneth Saccarog their achievements in base- ball and basketball helped to round out a successful year. Glowing with satisfaction at the completion of our final exams we realized our second year at the Academy had cbme to a close. In the following se- mester, the honors and responsibilities of upper- classmen were to be ours. 10 IN RETROSPECT Entering our junior year in September 1952, we tackled our 1952 subjects with renewed vigor. Time passed swiftly as we 1953 probed into such topics as Cicero's Orations and conquered the forces of gravity with our simples machines of Physics. Suddenly the Christmas season drew on, before we knew it we were back in school start- ing a new year after the mid-term examinations. Time marched on, slowly but surely. Then around Easter, during the Holy Season of Lent, many students in the school began a new course of study. Every afternoon, floodlights blazed and actors practiced under the direction of Rev. Donald L. Williams. The last week of school before the Easter vacation found everything prepared, and two performances of a version of The Passion Play was produced on our stage. Then we retired to our . vacation with the real meaning of Easter and Christ lingering in our minds. When we returned, two new problems awaited us. With the final exams only a few months away, studies became of the utmost importance. Mean- while, the form of the Gaudeamus slowly took shape, as we awaited our turn to bid farewell to our upper- classmen. The exams came and went with many a headache, and at last we staged the farewell, real- izing that upon our return from the welcomed sum- mer vacation, we would face our final year in high school. Well, the goal finally has been reached - Seniors at last. Who 1953 could forget that September ? We had arrived at a year that 1954 was full of privileges and duties. The class officers for the year were: Gerald LeMole, Presidentg Robert Brennan, Vice-president: Alfred Ziccardi, Secretaryg John McLean: Treasurer. The Student Council had Louis Correard for President and Kenneth Saccaro as Vice-president. The same enthusiasm that characterized us in previous years in the field of sports was evident again. Varsity berths on Father Fenton's basketball team were ably filled by our senior athletes. With happiness we approached the day of graduation and another step for- ward in our education: but down deep in our hearts were we really happy? We could say that we were proud to have been graduated, perhaps that word might have expressed our feelings. Yet, in the words of Shakespeare: Parting is such sweet sor- row . We will leave the Academy: many of us will continue on together to the priesthood, while others of our class will enter various professions: still-- we are leaving the Mount and it is-- sweet sor- row . ll , ,W ,mmm P ff ......., f 'i' E lg! E5 W X 5,5 Y ,Q Last Will and Testament of To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To O the Class of 19541 K. JOHNSON, Acosta leaves his place at Dolo's. KOTCHMAN, Arnold leaves his pick and shovel. MCCUSKER, Brennan leaves his home-made radios to use in Spanish III. SEAVER, Correard leaves two rolls of undeveloped film. L. CLARK, Duddy leaves his ultra-modern library. SCANLON, Faix leaves Fr. Fenton and the South Court. BROWN, Fez-retti leaves his curly hair. ALEXIN, Fiedorowicz leaves his last bottle of Vodka. O'BRlEN, Ford leaves his set shot skill. CRISO, Hagemann leaves his mound ability. WIMMER, Halphen leaves all his jazz music. FOOTE, Healy leaves his nickname fBand Boyl. FINN, Johnson leaves his generosity. RODGERS, Kinelski leaves his crazy ties. NEUBAUER, Kistner leaves his job of caring for the ponies. SCHENCK, Lane leaves his driver's license. P. LeMOLE, G. LeMole leaves his tall tales. DOWLING, Mc Lean leaves his place at Jones' beach. SACKEL, Rubcich leaves his illustrated magazines. HENNIGAN, Ruby leaves his size in memoriam Gio Secundus'. the NUNS, Saccaro leaves his jacket. SANTILLO, Sara leaves his tennis racket. FITTIPALDI, Sevick leaves his perfect note- sol . GALLAGHER Walsh leaves his golf shoes CONWAY Whitfield leaves his love of Greek MARTIN Ziccardi leaves his Mennen's after shave lotion df'-495' Q 'Ja wise Rv-Q V' A 'L n X 13 , 'F cmllgj' f11' k me 'W X il sl Y V YN viii all qw A51 P 'f J l '-i we M? To , . 'bv ii go , . , . - , QQ :A ' . , ' ,Vi as li Z 5 gnu is a Ivjf ' 3 9? - i if v 5255 bi M f . 1 1 - sl 5 1545? 'll fig be Q5 'l 4 mg? Kaya Q4 L1 .s ' H w.. an Vi W' . ,v -e'--- f f , an . -f ,- -v f i I I 9 5 .4,sf A yk 12 OSWALD ACOSTA Ozzie Havana, Cuba Reugion Study Club 1,3,4g c. s. M. c. 1,3, 49 Dramatics Club 4, Choir 1,3,4g Inter Nos Staff, typist 3,4g Augustinian staff, typist, 3,4. Ozzie , in his own humorous way, has become a well-known personage among all of his companions. His humor and kindly smile seldom fails to brighten a conversa- tion. l-le finds enjoyment in all of his subjects but has no particular one which he classes as his favorite. Being a member of the choir for four year, Ozzie has shown his capability as a singer. Together with your bright personality and joyful voice, Ozzie , we are certain that you will attain your goal. - 6 f M gl I, 2 .Q-at QEWB 'QF as 1 ' 353.9 i t i iff? FRANC IS ARNOLD Fritz Staten Island, N Y Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary So- ciety 1,2,3g Tennis Team 3g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4. Fritz is a person who will long be re- membered by all those who have associated with him. Possessed of a quite character he has been the source of many pleasant mo- ments of companionship for his classmates. His helpfulness in Religion class has always been appreciated. On the tennis team his dogged determination to win marked his play. True friendship and a willingness to aid others will insure his happiness in the future. Best wishes and good luck, Fritz from the class of 54. 1 'A C ,' y ,J . ,QRS ..s. fF . ff 1 4 , sig .sf . LOUIS CORREARD Louie Staten Island, N. Y. Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 1,2,3g Augustinian Staff 4, Literary Editor, Inter Nos Staff 4, Sports Editor, Photographer, Intramural Sports 1.2.3.4-g Class Officer 2, Secretary, 4, Student Council, President. A graduate ofSt. Joseph's Hill Academy, 'Louie' wasted no time in proving his scho- lastic abilities, Being a four year honor stu- dent,he still found time to develop his hob- by, Photography. Louie has always been a regular con- tributor to class activities and his work on the school paper and the yearbook has proven him to be a conscientious worker. Louie has always done the written work for all our scholastic achievements this year, and his sports write-ups frequently appear in the local Papef. ' His reliability qualifies him for the job of business manager of the school cafeteria, which he handles admirably. His amiable and trustworthy character should make him a valuable addition to any college class. bots of luck, Louie , in your future vocation, fjx RO BER T BRENNAN Bob Staten Island, N. Y Day Students Club l ,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society l,2,3g Augustinian Staff 4, Associate Editor: Inter Nos Staff4. Co-editorg J. V. Basketball 2,33 Intramural Sports 1,2,3.4g Class Officer 2, President, 43 Vice-president, Bob has proven himself an outstanding scholar, A regular on the honor roll, he has also been an enthusiastic participant in all sports. He specializes in Biology, Physics and Chemistry, taking a particular enjoyment in these subjects, He has been very active in extra-curric- ular activities, among these Co-Editor of the Inter Nos and also Associate editor of the Augustinian , Having acquired an esthetic sense for literature, Bob wrote a poem which was awarded a prominent position in a nation- wide poetry contest, We are proud to have had you as our friend and classmate. Bob , we wish you the best. ,L sifjs 'fimggf S' x R. it 1 Q E - t st ,ai lst gt X I 1. l V I . t JOHN DUDDY John , .I. D. Bronx, New York Religion StudyClub1,2,3,4g C.S.M,C. 1.2.3, 4, Vice-president 4g Dramatic Club 1.2,3,4g Augustinian Staff 4, Associate editorg Inter Nos Staff 3.4, typist 3, Co-editor 4gl11tra- mural Sports l,2,3,4g Choir 1,2,3,4g Varsity Basketball 43 Class officer. President l. For four years, John has faithfully checked the books in and out ofthe school li- brary. His help in finding titles of books and material for school assignments has aided many a harassed student. Unhurried in action and quietly unper- turbed, John is admired for his steady de- pendability. His participation in practi- cally every extra-curricular activity, from the Choir to Varsity Basketball, has made him a well-known figure. Excellent as an athlete, his determination shines forth in his sports as well as his studies. John, your willingness to aid others and your constancy of purpose will help you in the future and bring God's blessings on you. . EE ' -I 4 . ,- , 1 fn x l -' A X' A- m7..... .,,n.4f-Tal-zfx': ' ,- L f' ZA , c a , 5 if ,L -iv if ' 4 -1. .. - '- - f ' ' --.21 fl I' 1., L ' 2 WILLIAM FAIX Bi11 Staten Island, N. Y Religion Study Club 1,2,3.4g C.S.M,C. l,2, 3,4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Dramatics Club 3.4: Class Officer 2, Vice-presidentg Augustinian Staff 4, literary editorg Inter Nos Staff 2.3.4, Business Manager: Choir 3,4. Whenever there is an historical answer or phrase to be given, Bill is always on hand with the right word. Truly, he has earned a name for himself in the field of History, Conversant with many subjects, Bill is al- ways prepared to supply a few intellectual gems on any topic, His interesting coments have made him a popular figure with his friends. While dramatics has always been Bill's forte, yet he has not neglected the field of athletics and can always be found trying for a basket or 'hitting away . ln the Passion Play, his portrayal of Judas was an outstand- ing achievement. May God give you the grace to achieve your goal, Bill. - QB: s ' gc., .Ts 5 . ' s34 ..,,L,L.,'A ...Q M KA! gr: Af My ' I WJ ' --T if V. 'H ,cu-2, fir-,f1j..,,n.,c...t gif- .- ,4'Zf.:?. J' Ham 15 . ' . Ulf it GEORGE FIEDOROWIC Z George Staten Island, N.Y. Day Students Club 3,4gVarsity Basketball 3, 4gVarsity Baseball 3,4g Augustinian Staff 4, 'George' came to the Academy in his Junior year from Don Bosco High School. He immediately took an interest in sports and numerous other extra-curricular activ- ities. George's' natural ability in all sports, especially basketball and baseball was out- standing. Because of his pleasant manner and per- sonality 'George' is well-liked by all. While applying himself studiously in all his classes he has a penchant for Spanish. Following his graduation from the Academy he plans to attend the California Institute of Technology to pursue engineer- ing. It has been a pleasure to know you, George. g may you attain success in your chosen field. K . VINCENT FERRETTI Vin Staten Island, N Y Day StudentsClub 1,2,3,4g Intramural Sports l,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 1,2,3g Inter Nos Staff 4g Augustinian Staff 4. 'Vin' has maintained an excellent stand- ing in all of his subjects claiming Physics as his favorite. He has gained the admiration of all who have known him. Vin is an enthusiastic sports fan and anyone deriding his 'Yankees' will end up in a vociferous argument. His kind attitude has made him very popular both in and out of his class. 'Vin' has been prominent in extra-curricular ac- tivities during his entire stay at Augies. We are confident, 'Vin , that success will crown your future. -u'-539' -5232s ' , f Aix 5 ' 3,1135 ff' S A . .... JOHN FORD Jack , Red Staten Island, N.Y. Day Students Club 3,4g Sanctuary Society 3g Augustinian Staff 4g Varsity Basketball 3,4g Varsity Baseball 3,4g Intramural Sports 3,43 Track Team 4. Jack came to us late in his junior year from St. Michael's High School in Canada. He brought with him a cheerful personality. He is most likely to be seen with Tom Walsh and George Fiedorowicz. As an athlete he ranks with the best. His clever wit and hearty laugh have made him one ofour goodhumor men. Never caught without a timely joke , he always has a friend- ly word for all. We all join in wishing you the best of luck, Jack. - i f : ,, JOHN HAGEMANN Monk , John Staten Island, N.Y Day Students Club 1 ,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 1,2,3g Augustinian staff 4g Varsity Baseball 3,45 Varsity Basketball3,4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Inter Nos Staff 4. Monk is one who says little but knows much, He isn't always shouting out the an- swers in class but when he is called upon, he quickly supplies the required information. This particular steadiness in him makes him a preferred companion to have at one's side both in work and competition. As we know him in school, so also is he in the arena of sports, an all-star pitcher in baseball and a many-time scorer for the Varsity Basketball team. He might be desig- nated as the unsung hero. While putting in four years of effective study at the Academy, Monk also has be- come known for his amiable personality and ability to laugh at a joke. We predict a bright future for you, John, and we are confident that you will not let us down, a s , we-ff K .5 he aero 3 BRIAN HEALY Brian Staten Island, N.Y. Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary So- ciety 1,2,3,4g Augustinian Staff 43 Inter Nos Staff 4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4. Four years ago, Brian arrived at the portals of the Academy. His gentlemanliness and consideration for others immediately won for him a host of friends. Many a disheartened classmate has been encouraged and cheered by his smiling countenance, In work, in play and in all his undertak- ings, Brian always does his best, By diligent and serious application to his studies, he has achieved a commendable record. Spanish has always received his particular attention. Adorned with many social graces, Brian is always in demand as a terpsichorean part- ner by students of nearby Academies. Life's disappointments and difficulties will all be dissipated by Brian's cheerful smile. B fr H an as f 5 J 5? If as gms xtxggfl-Tf?'l ml -' QM MARSHA L HAL PHEN Marsh Gloucester, New Jersey Religion Study Club 2,3,4g C.S.M.C. 2,3,4g Dramatic Club 3,43 Augustinian Staff 4g In- ter Nos Staff 3,43 Intramural Sports 2,3,4. Marsh , coming to Augies in his sopho- more year from Malvern Prep, has made many fast friends. ln three years he has be- come associated with many school activities and has proven himself an able follower and a sincere worker. I-le was chosen business manager of both the Augustinian and the Inter Nos, ln his studies Marshallranks with the best. He claims Latin as his greatest achievement. Marsh combined a serious nature with a keen sense of humor which never failed to cheer us. We are proud to have had you as our classmate, Marsh, Your kindness and consideration will surely bring future hap- piness to you. ' XM MM ARTHUR JOHNSON Art Lawrence, Mass. Religion Study Club 1,2,3,4g c.s.M,c. 1,2, 3,4-g Dramatic club 3,4-g Augustinian Staff 4g Inter Nos Staff 4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4. The Class of 54 boasts the honor of having Art as a classmate and friend. He possesses a volatile personality that is perpetually and inexhaustibly refreshing. Scholastically, Art puts his utmost in everything he does although he favors the sciences. On the field he displays exceptional sportsmanship. l-Ie putshis heart and soul in- to every game he plays. Art was especially interested in football, You have proven yourself to us, Art, now it is for the world to find you out and p appreciate you. Good luck: It's been a pleasure to know someone like you. fl o v 4 Q X ' H T3 5 fl, 'Q 0 ' W f - fl! sf JOHN KINELSKI John Staten Island, Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 1,2,3g Augustinian Staff 45 Inter Nos Staff 4 Intramural Sports l,2,3,4. John in his four years at the Academy has gained the friendship of all his classmates He has always been an active participant in extra-curricular activities and has never failed in any task assigned to him. I-hs cheerfullness has brightened our classroom on many a gloomy day. John has always been a good student and ranks English as hrs favorite subject. In the sports field,John likes to play base ball and golf, but prefers a par to a home l'llf1. We are proud to have had you as our friend and classmate,John, and we know you will attain your goal. ww -79. X rx 'U S I S QA- X S ll f' , tv, .- iwf 19 JOHN LANE John Staten Island, N. Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 1,2,3g Augustinian'Staff 45 Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Varsity Basketball 4, Manager. Possessed of an inquisitive mind, John is constantly pursuing new ideas. While apply- ing himself diligently to all his studies, he finds that Spanish is most interesting. As manager of the Varsity Basketball team,John has acquitted himself admirably. When any day student social event is planned, his talents and time are instinctively given for its organization and successful ex- ecution. His fine sense of humor, spirit of friendly cooperation and lively enthusiasm has earned for him the warm friendship of his class- mates. With such qualifications,John, you should attain any goal you determine to achieve. ff i x X X N 1 'LIP :fffgr 1, A WILLIAM KISTNER Bill Long Island, New York Religion Study Club 1,2,3,4g C.S.M.C. 1.2, 3.4: Dramatic Club 2,3,4g Augustinian Staff 4g Inter Nos Staff 3,45 Intramural Sports 1, 2,3,4. Bill is a big fellow noted chiefly for his humor in and out of the classroom. Be- cause of this he was rewarded by having the privilege of writing the school paper's humor column, Ofall his subjects, his favorites are History and Greek. A good sportsman, he plays a rugged game of football, His talents are an asset to any school play. He is indeed a popular member of our class, Best of luck to you, Bill, and may you never deviate from your chosen path. 'NJ' X .i ,. -1, 52 Y I Vi JI I I j e fn qi HAI, Ivy, V. I, , 1 V ,Q ,V . f ,- if . .ff I f Mg ,I ! I' A Y. -' 1 . ,ll u fi? 1 1 V , 16347 11, pf. I . - A A 5 P A g I i,r'f w ' ' f' , I 3,-fqei 'f f ' !'1,,, 1, Y. GERALD LeMOLE Butch Staten Island, N.Y. Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary So- ciety 1,2,3g Augustinian Staff 4, Co-Editor, Inter Nos Staff 1,2,3,4, associate editor 4, Varsity Basketball 3,4g Varsity Baseball 3,4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Class Officer 4 President. Butch came to Augies as a scholarship winner, a graduate of Our Lady Queen of Peace School in New Dorp. With him he brought his witty and cheerful ways. During his four years at Augies he has been out- standing in scholastic and social achieve- ments. Beinga regular on the honor roll, he has proven himself an enthusiastic partici- pant in all sports, particularly baseball and basketball. We predict a bright future for you, Butch, and are sure you will succeed in anything you undertake. rl? M ll, X on ,J iw in JOHN Mc LEAN Zeph Bronx, New York Religion Study Club 1,2,3.4g C.S.M.C. 1,2, 3,4g Dramatic Club 3,4g Augustinian Staff 4, assistant sports editor: Inter Nos Staff 4, Choir 3.4: Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Class Officer 4, Treasurer. Zeph is one of the charter members of the class of 54 , having arrived here four years ago as a freshman. His surpassing ability in every sport has gained a reputation for him which will en- dure long after graduation. Zeph is a fel- low that one would term a willing friend. He is ready always to do anything for you, Although Mathematics is his favorite, he tries hard in all his studies, Best of luck to you, Zeph, and may the blessings ofGod be with you always in every future undertaking. ff' 32 Qrxypf 1, ' 53 s Q 5 I 5 ROBERT RUBY Bob Ontario, Canada Religion Study Club 4gC.S.M.C. 4g Dramatic Club 4g Augustinian Staff 4: Inter Nos Staff 4g Choir 4g Intramural Sports 4. Although Bob has been with us only in this, our senior year, he has become quite popular in his own inimitable manner. His participation in dramatics and sports indi- cated his school spirit, He has a reputation for having an excel- lent vocabulary and has a keen interest for good reading. His educational interests lay in the fields of Latin and History. Work and study as you have been doing and we know that you will attain success. sc., Q58 Good luck, Bob, V S ! X- . my My T5 1 iiti E -ssffyfb JOHN RUBCICH Rube Staten Island, N.Y Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Soci- ety 1,2,3g Augustinian Staff 4: Inter Nos Staff 4g Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4. Rube came to the Augies from St. C1are's Parish, Great Kills. ,I-Ie is a charter member of his class as well asapopular one. In his four years here he has gained the friendship of all his classmates. His pleasant spirit has been the key to his popularityg it has lefta lasting impression on the members of his class. He accepts the most tedious tasks without complaint. John's main interest is in astronomy. His classmates feel sure there is a bright future in store for any vocation John chooses. -Wg'Gpfi!2+f, Q s KENNETH SAC CARO Ken Staten Island, N.Y. Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Soci- ety 1,2,3g Augustinian Staff, Sports Editor 4g Inter Nos Staff, Sports Editor 45 Varsity Base- ball 3,4g Varsity Basketball4: J.V. Basketball 3g Intramural Sports 1,'2,3,4g Student Council, Vice-president 4. Ken, a graduate of Public School 29, made many friends during his Freshman year at Augies. He proved to his classmates his skill in sports by making the Junior Varsity Basketball team in his first year, one of the few Freshmen to do this. Two years later he moved up to the Varsity squad. He also played the outfield for the Augie Baseball team during the 1953 and 54 seasons. His favorite subject is mathematics. This should be a great help to him because he plans to specialize in engineering at college. Knowing he will be successful in whatever he does we wish him the best of luck. SQ WILLIAM SARA Bill Staten Island, N.Y Day Students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Soci- ety 1,2,3g Augustinian Staff 43 Inter Nos Staff 4g Intramural Sports l,2,3,4g J.V. Bas- ketball 2,3,4g Tennis Team 3.4. One of the intellectuals of our class, Bill has always maintained a high scholas- tic standing. His ready smile and laughter has always brightened our classroom. Bill has become endeared to us as a friend, scho- lar and athlete. Bill has a great love for the outdoors. Hunting, fishing and camping have always had a great appeal for Bill , His favorite subjects are chemistry and history, The former,he has planned to make his career. He has been very active in sci- entific forums conducted around the Island. We wish you good luck, Bill, and you may rest assured that you leave the Academy with the respect and admiration of all who have been with you these four years. si THOMAS WALSH IIDOO-Dall' llTomll Staten Is land , N Day students Club 1,2,3,4g Sanctuary Society 1,2,3g Augustinian Staff 4g Inter Nos Staff 45 Varsity Baseball 3,4g Varsity Basketball 3,43 Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Class Officer 3, President. Doo-Da has gained the friendship and admiration of all. One of the more popular in the class, Doo-Da is an earnest student and a fine athlete. He has proven his ability in sports,es- pecially baseball and basketball, by his ag- gressive spirit and clean sportsmanship, Last year, as a junior, Doo-Da was the second highest in basketball scoring honors. This year he has more than proven his right to the title of Captain of the Varsity Basketball team, Knowing that you will succeed at any- you undertake. we wish you the best ck, Doo-Da. 22 .s f: ' 5 ... . L , 2222 ,, Wulf' qgll 01:91 fl g,, ' .Aggi- .gua- ,235 ' 'E ' fig-Elf - 1.51, . re:-fy' E' -- irq ,-f 1... M FRANCIS SEVICK Frank Philadelphia, Pa. Religion Study Club 1,2,3,4g C.S.M.C. 1,2, 3,4g Dramatic Club 3,4g Inter Nos Staff 4g Augustinian Staff, Business Manager 43 In- tramural Sports 1,2,3,4. A friend in need is a friend indeed without doubt can be applied to Frank who hails from St. Augustine's Parish in Phila- delphia. Ever since his freshman year he has proven himself to be a true friend to all, Possessed of a kind and generous nature he is ever willing to give a helping hand. While he is a serious and determined student, Frank still has time to act in the dramatic club, engage in intramural sports and assist in the management of the school paper and the Augustinian, We pray that God's blessings be upon you, Frank, now and always and may our Lady lead you Ad Altare Dei. J M 5 1 4 JJ 0 n U WV' I M GEORGE WHIT FIELD George , Hook Bronx, New York Religion Study Club 1,2,3,4g C.S.M.C. 1,2, 3,4g Dramatic Club 3,45 Augustinian staff 4, Sports-Editorg Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Choir 3,43 Varsity Basketball 4. Bouncing in from the Bronx in his Fresh- man year, George has been a resident student at the Academyever since. Possessed of an indefatigably industrious nature he is admired by all who observe his work. His effervesce t ' humor has won a nitch for him in the affe U, tions of his classmates. , 1'.,fl , S Inhisstudies, George applies t omni - asp, time but a patient determinatio to openi l,w, f doors of Latin and the Science as Glelysfltglfl i . is untying the Grecian knots. X r ,-, L Outside of class George' interestsdhlive ,I7 expanded themselves to include e ade- 'If 0 my's athletic fields and the a u rl: of I tj, a if S ,V 'i the stage hand in the field ofirir tg. P ' wi :, Continue on, Geo , N ur siinnyfd J fi' t disposition and persev g, ood- sul6Jf J ' k 2 cessus coronet laborem t ti . ,nf . if A S , fu' if w , L Ill'-' All A 3 MAJ In - Q14 Q f , SN 4 'U ,X it i in G Y 5: I A I f ' 1 ff ff ' . lw'ff7 xl f-'D W X C,y7'0y ,. V! K. L 'f-- gc if S ALFRED z1ccARD1 s S ' A1 Phi1ade1phia,Pa ,Y J! f ' 5 wan S , ,J J, 6 '. .5 f- '-'- - Q fi f af- f i f f ,uf tf 25 Religion Study Club 1.2.3,-ig C.S.M.C. 1.2, 3,43 Augustinian Staff 4, Co-editorg Inter Nos Staff 3,4, typist 3, Associate editor 4, Intramural Sports 1,2,3,4g Choir 3,4g Class Officer, Secretary 4. Hailing from the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, Al is always eager to extoll the excellence of his birthplace. His zealous and persevering spirit is evident in whatever activity he employs his many and varied talents. The quiet politeness and sincerity of his speech attracts and holds the attention of his audience. Inhis appearance, his meticu- lous personality shines through, always being well-groomed, Opposed to any spirit of gloom, A1,like the flashlight, is eveready to brighten up the dull moment with a joke. Eager and quick to learn in the class- room, Al is as equally enthusiastic to par- ticipate in every extra-curricular project of the school, His favorite saying is, The more you learn, the more you realize how much you don't know. .fl C L A S S S T U D E N T SENIORS Father Kenny explains procedure to the officers of the Class 1954. Al- fred Ziccardi, Secretaryg Gerald LeMole, Presidentg Robert Brennan, Vice-Presidentg John McLean, Treasurer. Class officers are elected to bring to the attention of the Faculty problems which confront the students, and by cooperating with the Fac- ulty to reach a solution pleasing to both parties. Cooperation, so neces- sary in later life, is thus taught to all. . ti-t I tiii I C C' if J Se r, -N f X in ' -h k 1 Q- ' Seated, Left to Right: John Ford, John Hagemann, John Lane, Kenneth Saccaro, Rev. J. B. Hubbert, Moderator, Louis Correard, Vincent Fer- retti, William Sara, Gerald LeMole, Standing: John Rubcich, Robert Brennan, John Kinelski, Francis Arnold, Thomas Walsh. The purpose of the Student Council of the Augustinian Academy is to encourage the students to accept and discharge their responsibilities to themselves and to the Faculty, and to aid in the development of a loyal and constructive school spirit. 26 ,,,.ffx,vfQ1.:' N A . 'Et' o It--ff 'L' Y ' '4 , rg? ' . 1' 551 . iq? mu ' I 1 , A .- . xv- Sw ... . . 1' - x' 'YW' ., - .X -7955 -' -. Q .. -. . . - .. . .. .. --- M - - -Qm1r1m1:::f'nlxr .-- -N. -- -Q - - . . -R. -. - , .,.x, Q . . ,K .,. 5 . GN . ,, W . XXX .. .. . ,, .. - ' ' L 'Int .. 1 , Nos-'f-F?Y w'S.-i-.z My I K N- .1 --K . .-., WN . -I I 1 . ' - ' ' - .' . 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Q - Nw- N- f- L - --:psf-gg.-3 2-44 M? -'s ag a fa A Q Q . 1 wg nn- - f -.-:fix . cg -.1-gy -12.-. . .. , R . -' . -- - 'sfo'--fx--5 ' x, Ni: A wgfx - - ,V --.g A--' -y- ,-, iggfi-5.-9 -,.4y.35gx1gg . ' -jj ..' :gl F- Q' .. A-gg.. - gf.. . - 1- -- -Hp-1--y -S-iw-'i-, es-isa-mesa-sw fildxhizi X- ' - - .. . . N 1, A- I ' - - -- -X -- - . -M -- -Q .--- wx. V Q ----.-,JN-2 .. N ...H--.--..-,X.-.,NF.2s.Q-5 .. X X xv , . gVg,.-..- Xa - X v NX ,X -1. X sh-Q. -W X Y ... .gk K. -- 7' Catholic education seeks to train the mind of the student in the essential nature underlying allthings that he may . .- --. his-Kim-F.. ' .. n nays aw K., . WM... . .,Mx.,,.-xx. , fo, . N... KX gg? XSXNQ' 1 Q bo. ,N fx X X xg, ww SWA yu -if X - . .-.. - . -.--fr:-Q-.-. Q- . S-- Q- -151 NX ..-. 'ravi-E . . -1,5-ff1':s3'-w.,.N. -- svs.. a..- -N.--ea S - - v -L-2 My vS f- 1. fx..giv-xv X , W,-,wx ----sf-Ag.. . ' - R K - ,-X... . .X 'i.S.xM5T-o ' 3.1 ...Qi . ' ii . X-Q. -35.1 55 up ..- K sg..Jg.g..?3:-.-fx. X f 'fi-T iff- Q .X .QQ-was-1. -. . .Q -5- Q Q-if ,. X.-1 X S VEXQFQQ Ning.. 4 M Aux-izky, --1.F,..,.g. ' gf.-5-.g.., '- .NS-Qi: X . X -www.. -1 Xi' fy, A.. -.5 .X X .,.. N .. f . X f Y bt... X -f K. . X . . - 1 f -- -X ,.-.A-A-A ,.. .-5.5. , X .. .NGK X ff. fix.. . X - ,. .1 .uf- T g.--a-.,-Yixii 336-'sf 1 - -s.,.,, , S v . 'X Q ' .K , ff. A . - -A rise in spirit to the knowledge of God. BACK ROW, Left to Right: Joseph Wimmer, Francis ROW, Left to Right: Norman Neubauer, Lawrence Shea, James McCusker, Peter Schlesser, Thomas Clark, Kevin Johnson, Edward Martin, Rev. Ezra J OBrien, Lawrence Seaver, Gerald Alexin, Patrick Fenton, O.S,A., John Conway, Silvio Fittipaldi Delaney, Lonny Sehenck, Arthur Hornung, FRONT Thomas Hennigan, Michael Scanlon, JLINIORS Returning in September, after amost enjoyable vacation at home, our greatest incentive to work was that we were upperclassmen. This year the junior class was well represented on the Inter Nos Staff. As usual, our class spirit extended to participating in various plays for the Gaudeamus, which was he ld at Thanksgiving and Christmas , producing such actors as Thomas Hennigan, Lawrence Clark, Luke Finn, Michael Scanlon and Edward Martin. In the field of sports we have been repre- sented by the fine athletic abilities of Silvio Fittipaldi, Lonny Schenck, Tom O'Brien, Larry Seaver and JimMcCusker. Our scholastic achieve- ments were honorably carried out by Frank Shea, Joseph Wimmer, Jim McCusker, Larry Clark, Jerry Alexin, Michael Scanlon and Silvio Fitti- paldi. With the help of Almighty God we are confident that in our remain- ing year at the Academy we may go on to even better accomplishments. To the members of the graduating class of l954,we extend our heart- felt congratulations and best wishes. 28 BACK ROW, Left to Right: James Finnegan, Roger Roy,EmilMucchette, James Kenny, John Foote, John Dacey, James McGarry, Nicholas Tenaglia, John Singler, John Young, William Burns, Paul Dunn, Ed- Sackel,Joseph McTarsney,Robert McCarthy, Vincent ward Slattery, John Santillo, Charles Reilly. FRONT Cody, John Criso, Joseph Runfola,Vincent Connolly, ROW: James Bertucci,James Perez, Henry Fabesinski, Francis Ciardiello, John McAloom, James Murray, Rev.HenryJ.Mclntyre, O.S.A.,John McGuire, Dan- Thomas Braniff. MIDDLE ROW: Richard Gallagher, iel Simanairis, William Unger, Herbert Schad, Brian William Brown, Francis Devanero, John Semon, Dowling. Joseph I-ligham,John Bancroit, Eugene Taylor, George SOPHOMORES We, the class of 56 have returned with increased enthusiasm, for we look forward to surpassing our former achievements as freshmen in all spheres of activity. Many in our class have shown athletic ability among whom are: Dan- Simanitis, Richard Gallagher, Emil Mucchete and James Finnigan. Also, the success of the Gaudeamuses has been due in part to the varied talents of such sophomores as George Roy, Brian Dowling, James Murray and John McGuire. Looking over our intellectual accomplishments, very definite contributions were made by John Santillo, Nicholas Tenaglia, Emil Mucchette and John Young. Now at our own half-way mark at the Academy We earnestly hope that God will continue to bestow his blessings on us and also the graduating class of 54 whom He has so well looked after during their stay at the Academy. ' 29 V F FRESHMEN ln September of 1953 most of the Freshmen met for the first time. As time passed on we grew to know each other better. The States are well represented. We have students from New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey,Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, and Mexico. Those who were chosenfor the Freshmen basketball team are Robert Pecoraro, Thomas Seaver, Eugene Shields and Peter Thompson. We have one member, Frank Romangola, on the J. V. basketball team. The following p a rtic ipate d on the track team: Dennis O'Brien, James Nieckarz., John O'Donell, George Rachmeil and Albert Moran. Father Power, our class moderator, has kept our class running smoothly. Eugene Shields is our President. As we look back at the school year we see memories that will never be forgotten. We will always be glad that we are part of the Augustinian Academy. As we close this year we wish the graduating class all the luck and happiness in the world. FRONT ROW, Left to Right, Henry DiLullo, James Clark, Paul Kamide, Carmen Catoffe, BACK ROWg Alfred Ellis, P G : ,S Gordon Marcellus, Roland Bujold. o o This yearbook would not be complete with- out the recognition of our post-Graduates. These men, working hard to better prepare themselves for college, mirror their seriousness of purpose by theirearnest and successful efforts. The full im- 1 portance of their chosen vocation has been real- ized in the minds of these students. They spend long hours in study to master the academic course in their short stay with us. Yet, these men par- ticipate and greatly contribute to the success of almost all of the Academy's activities. 31 DAY STLIDE T MEMORIES Camera-shy We showed him! Jug-room blues Underworld Boys? The wagon's coming! Turkey Hunt! Vote For Me! They'11 Never Know! The Boys 32 1 .A..i. . Catholic Education, by sponsoring cooperation in social activities, pre- pares the student to take his place as a useful and patriotic citizen of his coun- try. 33 UGUSTI 'IAN STAFF Moderator, Ezra J. Fenton, O.S.A.g Co-Editors, Alfred Associate Editors,seated,Robert Brennan, John Duddyg Ziccardi and Gerald LeMole. Literary Editors, Louis Correard, William Faixg Sports Editors, George Whitfield, Kenneth Saccaro. The task of choosing a staff to edit and write a book, which will convey a vicarious enjoyment to its readers, is a difficult one. Every Senior, when in years to come he looks back over the pages of the Augustinian Annual , will find those happenings of today which bind us together as close friends. Memor- able events in both scholastic and extra-curricular activities, which are near and dear in a special manner to the graduate, present themselves to view. Throughthe efforts ofour Moderator, Rev. Ezra J. Fenton, O.S.A., and the whole staff, we hoped we have achieved success. We are presenting our best made possible by the financial aid of our patrons. Chronologists, Francis Arnold, John Kinelski, Arthur Business Managers, Marshal Halphen, Vincent Ferret- Johnson, John Rubcich, John Lane. ti, Francis Sevick, William Sara, 34- 3 Jlrttvr n 5 VOL. AUGUSTINIAN ACADENIY XVIII No. 7 Staten IsIcnd, N. Y., November, I953 Two Dollars Per Yeur O SEATED, Left to Right, Robert Brennan, Gerald L.eMole, SEATED, Left to Right, John Cassidy, Oswaldo Acosta, Rev, E. I. Fenton, O,S.A., Moderator, Alfred Zic- MichaelScanlon, Luke FinngSTANDING, Arthur John- cardi,John DuddygSTANDING, Louis Correard,Georgc son, Marshal Halphen, William Faix. Whitfield. Co-Editors .... John Duddy, Robert Brennan, Associate Editors .... Alfred Ziccardi, Gerald LeMole Sports Editors .... George Whitfield, Louis Correard, Kenneth Saccaro. Business Managers. . . .Marshal l-lalphen, Arthur Johnson, William Faix. Typists ..,. Michael Scanlon, Luke Finn, Oswaldo Acosta. Artists .... John Cassidy, John Foote, Alfred Alexin. Reporters. 1 . .John Hagemann, Thomas Walsh, John Rubcich, John Ruby, John Lane, John Ford, Vincent Ferretti, David Smith, John McLean, Lawrence Clark, John Kinelski, William Kistner, Francis Sevick,Norman Neubauer, Francis Shea, Edward Martin, Thomas Hennigan, Silvio Fittipaldi, Thomas O'Brien, Joseph Wimmer, James Mc- Cusker, Robert Rodgers, William Sara, Lawrence Seaver. Left to Rightg Robert Ruby, Arthur Johnson, William SEATED, Left to Right, Edward Martin, Luke Finn, Kistner. Silvio Fittipaldi, Norman Neubauer, STANDING, Francis Shea, Thomas Hennigan, Robert Rodgers, James McCusker. 35 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION EMBRACES THE WHOLE MAN Benediction is given every Thursday af- ternoon. Here the en- tire student body is shown attending the services. I We enjoy the benefits of a varied cultural curriculum and an academic course. In the lecture halls of the Academy we are taught English, Latin, Religion, Speech and Music, Spanish, Greek, History, Civics, and Mathe- matics. Since Christian Culture has been spread contemporaneously with that of our Faith, the religion course is of paramount importance. Fromastudy of the Life of Christ in the first year, we advance to the study of Apologetics in our senior year. Our mathematical pursuits are extensive, We are given a thorough grounding in Algebra, Geometry and Trigo- nometryg and in the use of the slide rule. The English course, while providinga firm foundation in grammar, is enriched by the study of English and Ameri- can literature. Latin, our chief cultural language, is the object of four years of exacting study at the Academy. ln the first year the fundamentals of grammar are covered, Caesar is studied in the second year, and in the third year we reach the oratorical perfection of Cicero. The beauty of the Latin poetry is found in the fourth year study of Ver- gil. Special emphasis is placed on the social studies. Civics and economics receive our attention as Freshmen. Later we become acquainted with World History and American History. Spanish also occupies a major place of interest in our course. Day Students can take this subject for three yearsg while for the Postulants there is a class in Greek. Our curriculum is rounded out with weekly periods in speech and music, practical and entertaining sidelights of our varied cultural course. Rev. J. B. Hubbert prepares an experi- ment for students A1- fred Ziccardi, Gerald LeMo1e, Robert Brennan, John Duddy and George Whitfield. Fr . Hubbert is the in- structor of Sciences at the Academy. 36 SPIRITUAL, INTELLECTUAL, MORAL, AND SOCIAL The library is a place of pleasure and profit to all the students. Here, Father McIn- tyre, Moder ator , John Duddy, librarian and Larry Clark are engaged in catalog- ing. Our high school course is spiritually, intellectually, morally and socially beneficial to the students. Since our school is also a seminary, we are favored with a well-rounded spiritual program. Mass is said every Friday for the Day Students as well as during Lent and Advent when the students may attend daily Mass. On the First Fridays the entire student body assists at Mass, and the Blessed Sacrament is exposed throughout the day for adoration. Since ours is a small Academy, its social advantages are great. Whatever your vocation or avocation may be. there is ample opportunity for its development. Both Day Students and Postulants participate in the athletic pro- gram. The Augies have a regular schedule of outside competition in both baseball and basketball. In this way fair play and sportsmanship so vital in the game of life are developed. The journalists ofthe Academyhave an opportunity to engage their talents by working on the school publications. Those interested in newspaper work devote their efforts to the monthly school paper, Inter Nos, while the entire Senior class takes part in producing the Annual Augustinian. As the various holidays occur during the school year, they are celebrated by a Gaudeamus produced by the postulants, to which the entire student body is invited. Music, wit and numerous short skits make the affair en- joyable for all. Such are the various advantages our academic course affords. 1 l The recreation hall is the place to spend hours and hours of enjoyable games. A1 Ziccardi is lining up a. shot while John Duddy, Vincent Fer- retti and Marshal Halphen watch. I 37 DRAMATICS The Fabulous Dukes, Augustinian A scene from the Passion Play, Augustinian Postulant Band Academy quartette 0ur Academy seeks to develop graduates who are capable of coping with life's drama. Since a successful man must be able to feelat ease on the public platform, our teachers encourage us to develop and express our dramatic talents. Under the capable guidance of Father McIntyre, we have formed a Dramatic Club both to learn and to practice the art. This year the Dramatic Club presented the Passion Play as its main feature. Many entertaining skits were also produced for the Christmas, Halloween and St, Patrick's Day celebrations. A small band was organized by Jim Clark who plays the trumpet. He is accompanied by Phillip Brannigan and Frank Shea on the violins, Joseph Wimmer playing the piano, and Dennis Sullivan on the accordion, This Year has certainly brought out the 'hidden dramatic talent of many, 38 DAY STUDENTS' CL B The Day Students' Club is comprised of all the day students of the Augustinian Academy. The primary purpose of this club is to unite the day students and to promote better understanding among them. Although this is the main day student group, from it branch out many other clubs and societies. First comes the Student Council, the judiciary and stu- dent representative function of the club. Next is the Sanctuary Society, a group formed with the purpose of fostering religious devotion among the day students, and of sponsoring the religious exercises in which they take part. Also we have the boys who bring themselves together in a body on First Fri- day to receive Holy Communion. This group, the First Friday Club, is one of the most active organizations of the school. It is readily seen that the aim of the Club has been realized this year more than any other year, and that the Club was a success in every sense of the word. 39 C.S.M.C. The Catholic Students Mission Crusade has the spiritual and material support of the missions as its main purpose. This club has done a wonder- ful job toward this aim. AUGUSTINIAN SEMINARY CHOIR Year after year the task of forging a trained Seminary choir from an eager group of voices falls to Father McIntyre. Those voices untutored in September soon mastered the plaintive Gregorian Chant and the chapel re- sounded with ardent voices. 4-0 LEFT SIDE - SEATED: Mrs. Foote, Mrs. O'Mara, Mrs. Kullman, Mrs. Rachmiel, Mrs. Mehnert, Mrs. Aquilino. Mrs. Hannon, Mrs. Byrene, Mrs. Lemole, Mrs. Hawkes, Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Shaw, Mrs. Neubauer. STANDING- LEFT SIDE: Mrs. Malin, Mrs. Cavanaugh. Mrs. Dobbin, Mrs. Wynne, Mrs. Sherry, Mrs. Bernard, Mrs. Navalany. CENTER - SEATED: Rev. Ezra J. Fenton, O.S.A..Mrs. Ahearn, Mrs. Lane, President, Mrs. Gallagher, Mrs. Sause. STANDING - CENTER: Mrs. Sara, Mrs. Lawlor. RIGHT SIDE - SEATED: Mrs. Kenny, Mrs. Cody, Mrs. Criso, Mrs. Semon, Mrs. Steinheber, Mrs. Salamone, Mrs. Nieckarz, Mrs. D. O'Brien. Mrs. Cicci, Mrs. Barretta, Mrs. Picerno, Mrs. Runfola, Mrs. Fetherston. STANDING - RIGHT: Mrs. McLernan, Mrs. Fiorelli, Mrs. Ferretti, Mrs. Kosman, Mrs. Bertucci, Mrs. A. Brown, Mrs. Connolly, Mrs. Fitzgerald. OTHERS' GUILD As in past years, the Mothers' Guild, moderated by Rev. E. J. Fenton O. S. A., has shown its interest and genuine spirit by financing a program of improvements for the Academy. The Guild has donated many things in past years, notably, the refinish- ing of the kitchen, the renovation of the Academy reception room, and the re- guilding of the altar furnishings. To finance these benefactions, the Guild has held many social events. It would be impossible to relate the many services which the Guild has done for our Academy. Through their untiring efforts and fine cooperation, they have aided greatly in making the Academy the fine, modern institution it now is. We, the senior class, join with a sincere THANK YOU. MOTHERS' GUILD SCHEDULE Sept. 29- Opening Meeting for the year. Planning for the Fall Card Party and welcoming new Members by Rev. Ezra J. Fenton, O.S.A. and Rev. J. Bernard Hub- bert, O.S.A. Oct. 20- Final discussion of Card Party plans. Nov. 13 - Fall Card Party at Academy Nov. 15- Parent- Teacher Meeting- Freshmen and Sen- iors at 2:30 P.M. Nov. 20- Evening Meeting at 8:00 P.M. Illustrated Lecture on the Augustinian Missions in Japan by Fr. Wil- liam Krupa, O.S.A. Dec. 15- Meeting and Christmas Entertainment Jan. 19- Meeting- Plans for afternoon Card Party. Feb. 16- Meeting- Afternoon Card Party at Academy. March 14- Parent- Teacher Meeting- Sophomores and Juniors at 3:00 P.M. March 16- Meeting. St. Patrick's Entertainment. Plans for April Card Party. April 13- Meeting- Arrangements for Retreat Day and Communion Breakfast. April 23- Retreat Day at Academy. Rev. John Coffey, O.S.A., Retreat Master. April 30- Spring Card Party May 18- Meeting- Election of Officers. Appointment of Graduation Committee. May 23- Communion Breakfast. June 8- Final Meeting of the Year. Dinner and Instal- lation of Officers. June 25- Graduation POSTULANT M MORIES gg What next? Mutt and Jeff. Ooooops! l m Q Love at first SIGHT, The Beagle Boys. A fighting player. Some 01 the gang. An enjoyable study period. Happy reunion. 42 W r ' X. -1 o 'Q 'L.,TL -il' we -no 2---M--.mpg ' - a I Catholic Education includes the devel- oplnent of rnan's physical faculties as well as his mol-al and intellectual powers in order that he n1ay partake of life's lawful enjoynuents. 43 VARSITY BASKETBALL Front Row, kneeling: Silvio Fittipaldi, Gerald LeMole, Richard Gallagher, John Ford, Kenneth Saccaro, Lonny Schenck, Back Row, standing: Vincent Ferretti, ass't, managerg lohn Lane, manager: John Hagemann, Thomas Walsh, Thomas O'Brien, George WhitHeld,John Duddy, Louis Correard, publicity mgr,g Rev. E. I. Fenton, O.S.A., coach, fnot pictured, George Fiedorowicz.D In the middle of October, Varsity and Junior basketball teams were se- lected by Father Fenton. The Varsity includes four of last year's lettermen: George Fiedorowicz, Thomas Walsh, Gerald LeMole, and Kenneth Saccaro. Brought up from last year's J. V. are: John Hagemann, Thomas O'Brien, and Richard Gallagher. Jack Ford and Lonny Schenck are able newcomers. The postulants are represented by George Whitfield, John Duddy and Silvio Fitti- paldi. Thomas Walsh was elected captain and George Fiedorowicz, Co-Captain of the Varsity Squad. The new manager is John Lane, filling the vacancy left by Casimir Bianowitz. The J. V. roster includes: Lawrence Seaver, William Sara, Paul LeMole, Jack Semon, Matthew McCormick, Louis Correard, Frank Romangola, William Cody, John Flood, and James McGarry. This year the Augustinian team participated in the Staten Island High School League. The schedule was as follows: 55 Augies .......... McKee Augies . . ..... Tottenville Augies St. George Augies Port Richmond Augies St. Peter's Augies . . . Cathedral Augies St. Peter's Augies Port Richmond Augies New Dorp Augies . . ..... Cathedral Augies . . . . . McKee Augies . . . . . Tottenville Augies . . Curtis Augies . . . St. Peter's Augies . . . . Malvern Prep Tom Walsh 225 points Gerald LeMo1e 165 points i George Fiedorowicz takes a jump shot against Cathe- dral. John Hagemann scores two points against St. Peter's Ken Saccaro '70 points John Hagemann 250 points Tom O'Brien 80 Qoints Tom Walsh takes a jump shot against St. Peter's at Madison Square Garden. Gerry LeMo1e jumps against Cathedral. Ficdorowicz shoots from thc sideline against Cathc- Walsh takes a foul shot against Cathedral, Y V VT7 Tom Walsh receiving Warren Jacques Award as ont- BACK ROW, Left to Rightg Carol Magi, Barbara Brad- standing basketball player on Staten Island. bury, Phyllis Heldmann, Delayne Dedrick, Mary Alice Evrard,Marion Vecsi, FRONT ROW, Mary Oldmixon, Molly Bacszler, Alice. Delorio, Renee Ricciardi. . .BASKETBALL STANDING, Left to Right: Rev. E. J. Fenton, O. S. A., Coach. John Foote, John McCormack, Richard Harvey Francis Romangola, Vincent Ferretti, Manager, Louis Correard, Publicity Managerg KNEELING: John McGarry Paul LeMo1e, John Sermon. 46 BACK ROW, Left to Right: Rev. E.J.Fenton. O. S. A., Coach, Peter Thompson, John Lane. Gerald LeMo1e, James Perez, Vincent Ferretti. FRONT ROW: Francis Ciardiello, Lonny Schenck, Norman Neubauer, John Ford, John A VARSITY BASEBALL Under tne experienced eyes of Father Fenton, a well-rounded basebaill team has been selected. Although the season has not yet gotten under way, we can see a very promising year for Augies in contrast with the teams of the two Past years. This years team will be built around a few of last years squad such as George Fiedorowicz, Gerald LeMole, James Perez, and Red Ford. The dia- mond is also filled out by many enthusiastic newcomers. Criso. The schedule is as follows: April 7 St. Pe'l:er's .... Away May 3 McKee .... Away May 6 New Dorp . . Away May 10 St. Peter's . . Home May 17 New Dorp . . . Away May 19 Tottenville . . Home May 24 Port Richmond Home May 25 McKee ....... Home May Z8 Tottenville . . Away June Z Port Richmond Away 47 X XRS xt E xx R X X X Left to Right, Francis Arnold, James McCusker, Wllltam Sara, John Lane Louls Correard Rev E J Fenton O S A., Coach. tim- STANDING, Left to Right, Lonny Schenck, John Young John Kotchman John Connolly Mr Wxlltam J Welsh Captain, John O'Donnell, Kilroy Ferretti, Vincent Ferrettx Vlncent Cody KNEELING James Bertuccl Peter Borowski, George Rachrniel, John O'Brien, John Slngler Francls Clardxello BACK ROW, Left to Right, John Hagemann, Thomas Walsh John Lane Robert Brennan FRONT ROW Gerald Le Mole, Richard Gallagher, Kenneth Saccaro. TENN S Augustian Fathers Holy Rosary Church Lawrence, Mass. Augustinian Fathers St, James, the Apostle Carthage, New York Augustinian Fathers 3103 Arlington Ave. New York, N.Y. Notre Dame Academy Staten Island, N.Y. Our Lady of Good Counsel Church Staten Island , N .Y. Presentation Sisters Staten Island, N.Y. St. Augustine 's Church Philadelphia, Penna. St. Augustine's Church Troy, N.Y. St. C1are's Parish Staten Island, N.Y. St. John's Villa Academy Staten Island, N.Y. St. Mary's Church Lawrence, Mass. St. Clare Montefalco Parish Chicago, Ill. St. Nicholas' Church Atlantic City, N.J. St. Nicholas' Church Bronx, N.Y. St, Patrick's Church San Diego, Calif. Aquilino, Mrs. A. Staten Island, N.Y. Arnold, Charlotte Staten Island, N.Y. Arnold, Lothar Staten Island, N.Y. Arnold, Frank Staten Island, N.Y. Blessington, Very Rev. T., O.S.A. Rosemont, Penna . Blue and Gray Inn Staten Island, N.Y. Bozzo, Mr. and Mrs, J. Staten Island, N.Y. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Staten Island, N.Y. Burns, Rev. J. F.. O.S.A. Los Angeles, Calif. SPONSORS Catoggio, Rev, A. Staten Island, N.Y. Cullen, Mrs. A. M. Staten Island, N.Y. Daley, Rev. J. A., O.S.A. St. Laurence O'Toole Church Lawrence, Mass. Danny Merenda and Orchestra Staten Island, N.Y. Democratic Club, Regular Staten Island, N.Y. Dennis, Rev, F. L., O.S.A. Malvern Prep School Malvern Penna. Fenton, Mr, and Mrs. E.A. N Margate City, N.J. Fetherston, Mr. and Mrs. A. Staten Island, N.Y. Fetko, Mr. J. A, Philadelphia, Penna. Foden, William . Staten Island, N.Y. Foote. Dr. L. D. and Family Staten Island, N.Y. Ford, John J . Staten Island, N.Y. Garber Bros. Inc. Staten Island, N.Y. Grasmere Liquor Store Staten Island N.Y. Island Chevrolet, Inc. Staten Island, N.Y. Johnson, Mr, and Mrs. Chas. Staten Island, N.Y. Kinelski, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Staten Island, N.Y. Koehler, Mrs, F. D. Staten Island, N.Y. Koenig and Coller, Inc. Staten Island, N.Y. Kosman, Mr, and Mrs. F. M. Staten Island, N.Y. Kosman, Francis J, Staten Island, N.Y. Kumick, Mt, and Mrs,'J. St. Petersburg, Florida Lane, Mr, and Mrs. Wm, J. Staten Island, N.Y. Lemole, Mr, and Mrs. J. Staten Island, N.Y. 50 Manske, Mr. and Mrs. L.P, Staten Island, N.Y. Mantovi, Joseph Staten Island, N.Y. Martin, Rev. J. B., O.S.A. Lawrence, Mass. McCarthy, Miss Margaret Staten Island, N.Y. McCarthy, John J. Jr, Staten Island, N.Y. McAuliffer, Rt. Rev. Mgsr. Charles Staten Island, N.Y. McCusker, James J. Staten Island, N.Y. McLean, Mr. and Mrs. J. Bronx, N.Y. Mehnert, Mt. and Mrs. J. Staten Island, N.Y. Mothers' Guild of Augustinian Academy Neubauer, Mr, and Mrs, A. Staten Island, N.Y. Noll, Mr, and Mrs. Wm. C, Staten Island, N.Y. O'Brien, Mr, and Mrs, T. Staten Island, N.Y. Oldmixon, Mr, and Mrs. R. Staten Island, N.Y. Potts, Edith M. Puntillo, Albert Staten Island, N.Y. The Royal Press Staten Island, N.Y. Sara, Mr. and Mrs. R. Staten Island, N.Y. Shea, Mr. and Mrs, J. Phila, Penna. Shea, Mary and John Shea, Frank J. Sullivan, Mr. and Mrs. D. Bronx, N.Y. Takach, Dr. Joseph P. Staten Island, N.Y. Thaberge, Albert Staten Island, N.Y. Earl's Its Your Place Staten Island, N.Y. Adamo Inc., Jacob Staten Island, N.Y. PATRONS Aquilino, John Bancroft, Clarence Barry, Mr. and Mrs. F. Barretta, Frank F. Bellini, James Bernard, Henry J. Berry, Theodore J, Bertucci, Mr, and Mrs. P, Bertucci, Mrs, Sara Bertucci, Mr. J.P. Bertucci, Mr, R. Biggs Confectionery Bimson, Mrs. Mary Bocks, Mr. and Mrs. R. Bonds, Ralph 8s Buddy Borowski, Mr. and Mrs. P. Bossert, Mr, and Mrs. A. Bourdelais' Bakery Branigan, Philip Brennan, Anne Brennan, Dorothy A. Brennan, Walter Brice, Very Rev, James P., O.S.A, Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Bukovac., Mary Bukovac, Nicholas Cericola, Daniel Charles Hoefig 84 Son Clark, Mr, and Mrs. P. J. Clark, Miss Marie Cody, Mr. and Mrs. V. Cohen, Mr. and Mrs. P. Colaprete, John J. Correard, Mr. and Mrs. L. Correard, Gus Cotter, Mrs. Mary J. Cullinan, Thomas F. Currie, Mary H. Dacey, Mr. and Mrs. J, Dacey's Service Station Dagostino, Georgia DiPierro, Mr. and Mrs. W, Dowling, Bernard F. Downey, Mr. and Mrs. P. Drozdowski, Mrs. Mary Duddy, Mrs. N. Duddy, Neil A. Duddy, Neil C. Duddy, Bernadette 8: Manus Egan. A.X. Fabisenski, Rev, Edward Fabisenski, Mr. and Mrs. H. Fabisenski, Mr, and Mrs. K. Faix, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Faix, Dolores 8.4 Ronald Farrell, Mr. and Mrs. J. Farrell, John, Joseph, Francis Ferris Wheel, Greatkills Finn, Ann Mary Finn, Beatrice Finn, Luke Fittipaldi, Mr. and Mrs, E. Flood, James A. A Friend Gallagher, Mr. Cornelius Gallagher, Mrs. Cornelius Gallagher, Richard Gallagher, Marie T. Gawarkiewicz, Mr. and Mrs, Ghigliotti, Mr. and Mrs. P. Great Kills Barber Shop Gullo. Mr. and Mrs. C. Guth, George Halphen Mr, and Mrs M. Halphen, Mary Elizabeth Halphen, Margaret Ann Halphen, Marshall J, Jr, Halphen, Mrs. Marie L. Harmon, John J. Hart, Joseph P. Higham, Thomas Horn, Dr. and Mrs. A.N, I-losford, Mrs. Lenord Hrudka. Mrs. S.L. Hulnick, Warren and Carol. Johnson, Mrs. Richard Johnson, Eileen Johnson, Miss Ellen Jones Dance Studios Kaplan, Ben Keenan, Mr. and Mrs. R. Kennedy. F. Kenny, Mr, and Mrs. James Killourie, Mrs. John P, Kochman, Rev. Walter A, Kosman, Charles R. Kosman, Edith M. Kullman, Mr. Charles Kullman, Mrs. Eleanore Laborante, Frank Lake. Joseph I, Lamoureux, Leona Lay's Tavern I.'l-lcureux, Ralph J Linane. Joseph Locastro, Salvatore Lolvlonaco, Jasper M, Lucci, John Manfredo, Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Manske, Mr. and Mrs. R.l-l. Marli, Louis A, Martin, Mrs. Anna Mattiola, Mr. and Mrs. F. Mayfair Marker McCarthy, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. McCarthy, Mrs, Edward McLernan, Mr. and Mrs. John McLernan, Mr. and Mrs. John Jr. Meehan, Rev. Edmund T. Mehnert, William Mike the Barber Milano, Mr. Anthony Milano, Mr. Jack Milano, Miss Josephine Moravian Florist Munafro, Mr. Charles Murphy, Miss Gertrude Murphy, Miss Rose Murray, Mrs. Charles Nesso, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Nesso, Irene Neubauer, Raymond A. O'Brien, Thomas O'Connel1, Mr, and Mrs. John O'Donnell, Francis Olson, Gunnar OMara, Mr. and Mrs. E. Pecoraro, Robert Phillips, Mrs, Thomas Racenstein's Pharmacy Rachmiel, George Rogers, Mr, and Mrs, R, Roy, Mr. and Mrs. G. Rubcich, Mr. J. P, Ruby, A.C. Ruby, E.A. Ruby W.J. Russo: Thomas L, Salamone, Jack Santillo Santillo, Santillo, Scanlon, Scanlon, Scanlon,- Scanlon Doctor G. Mrs. G. John N, Mr. and M Michael J. John W. Mary rs. M. PATRONS Scanlon, Matthew P. Schafer, Mr, Jules L. Schenck, Mary B. Schlesser. Mr. and Mrs. A.E. Schlesser, Peter C. Scluvie, Mrs. Pearl Seaver, Seaver, Seaver, Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Kathy Mary Jane Sherry, Mr. and Mrs. F.G. Seaver, Lawrence Seaver, Thomas Sevick, Mr, Frank J. Sevick, Francis H. Sheedy, Mary M. Sherwood, Mr. and Mrs. R. Sim, Mrs. G. Slattery, Mrs. John Taylor's Meat Market Tenaglia, Mr. and Mrs. T. Triangle Plumbing Supply Co. Vandenberg, Mr. Bernard P. Vignuli, Frank Villani, Cathleen Walsh, Mrs. Jos. Ward, Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Welsh, Mr, Wm, T. Westfall, Charles Jr. Whitfield, Mr, and Mrs. G. Whitfield Miss Dorothy Whitfield: Mr. Martin A. Whitfield, George A. Whitfield, Wimmer, Mrs. Joseph Wimmer, Mr. Joseph Ziccardi, Mr. and Mrs. A. Zinno, Mae Barnett, Bob Boylan, Mr. Joseph V. Boylan, Mr. and Mrs. D.C. Boylan, Daniel C. Jr. Caiazzo, Mr. and Mrs. Louis, Elwood, Mr. and Mrs. A, Sr. Elwood. Mr, and Mrs. A. Grant Tailors Lemole Lemole Lemole Lemole Lemole Marrett Paul A. Gerald M. Joseph M, Dr. and Mrs. Gerald Mr and Mrs. Robert 'and.Co. In memory of Rob't J '7' 'WLM !'l'fWfY'm J? 'Yr 2' A if 5. s a+ i E vb 8 4 , r I i 2212 X .Q K K r f 5- - 5 i . X X N- --XX? .X . xf my X Qs XXXQ1.. . as .W QQ . A XX? SX' .X XX ... A Q S fr V X E XX Lg XO i . Ak I . i a i fi X i 3 L N . X ii Q 'kw1 gS:f .? l L . .X N . Y ef www K S. S .5 .L X Xml . XX 0 S X -- .XX X XX f wx Q . . .SS KM' if 3 if - xik- :L Q43 EMA X Y . 3 . it Q v m f,-1 U Il 4