Cathedral College of the Immaculate Conception - Annual Yearbook (Brooklyn, NY)

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OOCATHEDRAL COLLEGE WALTER J. VETRO ST. PATRICK'S PARISH, LONG ISLAND CITY His strength is as the strength of ten, Because his heart is pure. -Tennyson. Should you by some chance happen to meet a tall, dark gentleman with a serene look, one who seems to be peace personified, yo uwill have met Wally, Our Class President is of a most quiet, unassuming nature, but always beware of at- tempting to prove Nordic supremacy to him. To put it mildly, he just doesn't believe it's so. His accomplishments appear to have no limit: Assistant Editor of the GARGOYLE, active mem- ber of Achille Ratti Society, erstwhile baritone of the choir. From the very beginning of his student days tfive and one-half years agol he has been one of our really outstanding students, securing honors every year. ln our haste we must not overlook the field of sports, for Wally during his Prep days was one of the baseball team's mainstays. His meekness and firmness, when necessary, have made an indelible mark upon the memo- ries of his classmates. Fervent religion, glowing friendship, simple sincerity are his outstanding traits, and he has for many years been an up- lifting influence on his companions. He is now and always will be, our lovable Wally, WILLIAM F. WANERKA coRPUs CHRISTI PARISH, MINEoLA Wit and humor belong to genius alone. -Cervantes. Hiram is the individual responsible for a majority of those witty sayings, the Gargrins, which entitles him of course to the livery and scutcheon of a full-fledged Hawker of Hoary- headed Harlequinade. His nimble wit,, abetted in part by his prodigious memory Kfor antiquated quipsl, enables him to assault his quarry with a barrage of buffoonery that renders them help- lessly convulsed and defenseless before the final fatal facetious fusillade. Seriously though, that same talent for droll witticism is eloquent evi- dence of his alert and keen mind. Hiram has been a zealous follower of Cathedrals curricula for six years, during which time he has applied himself to every task no matter how difficult and has always come out on top. As a resident of Mineola and a neighbor of Roosevelt Field, he has become an authority on airplanes. He is a loyal member of the Achille Ratti Society, one of the Saint Francis Players, and an Associate Editor of the GARGOYLE. Hiram's spirit of humor has endeared him to every one of us, and we are certain that its appeal is as universal as humar nature. 34

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y A N N U A L l 9 3 6 0 0 HERBERT A. TRAVIS sr. BENEDicT's PARISH, BROOKLYN Far may we search before We find A heart so manly and so kind. -Scott. Herb is rather a quiet chap, preferring to be a good listener rather than to be loquacious. Likable and agreeable to all of us, he makes an excellent friend and fellow-student. Good humor and readiness to assist others, qualities which are definitely his, endear him to us, An earnest, conscientious Worker, his ability to master the languages of Cicero and Homer, and his profi- ciency in other branches of study are some of the characteristics that make him outstanding among his classmates. We feel confident that Herb's fine qualities will stand him in good stead in the glorious future that lies before himg that he will succeed where others have failedg that in him the minis- try of Christ will have found a fathful and Willing servant. We feel equally confident that his very fond memories of the delightful hours spent Within the portals of Cathedral College will be eclipsed by the more glorious recollections of the six eventful years that lie before him in the attainment of that Goal of all Goals-the Priest- hood. FRANCIS M. TYRRELL V sr. BRENDANS PARISH, BROOKLYN A kind, true heart, a spirit high, That could not fear and would not bow. -Halleck. Strolling serenely through the hallowed by- ways of Cathedral for these some six years, Frank has cut out for himself an enviable path. Quiet, of modest demeanor, and at all times the perfect gentleman, he has become one of our best students. We cherish htm for his kindness, honor him for his scholarship and unassuming manner, and-plague him for his persistence, during those six complete years, in the collection of Propagation dues. His unobtrusiveness had become well nigh pro- verbial until one day not long ago, he aroused us from our lethargy by making a resounding defense of THE CATHOLIC WORKER. Many a pleasant moment have we spent While his skilled fingers rambled over the ivory keys. He has lent his fervent enthusiasm to the GARGOYLE and Saint Francis Players, and his talents, learned- ness, and merit have been recognized by the fact that he is the editor of the ANNUAL. His burning zeal has been of unlimited use to the Achille Ratti Society and his voice has sung the praises of God in the choir. Frank has been a boon companion to every member of our class. His genuine sincerity has made him beloved by all. 33

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A N N U A L l 9 3 5 0 0 FRANCIS J. WILLIAMS l OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP PARISH, l BROOKLYN He has moved a little nearer to the Master of all music. -Longfellow. Frank is or jovial and amiable fellow, it there ever was one. In class he says very little, but in the REFRECTORY he puts on a remarkable dis- play of verbosity. He fulfills his tasks quietly and pleasantly and his bright, gleaming person- ality has been a source ot delight to his class- mates. Frank has been a veritable fountain of mirth and has amazing ability for imitating comi- cal situations. In the field of athletics he is top- ranking in tennis and handball. For six years his uncanny persistence in scoring on killer shots in handball invariably subdued the mighti- est of opponents and a blazing tennis serve practically burns his adversary otf the courts. He plays the piano too, and many a time did we gather around him alter choir practice and relish deeply his clever and soothing caressing ot the keys. His unfailing goodness, attractive smile and good naturedness make the thought ot his friendship a most pleasant one. X' PRIMEVAL It was, I know, long years ago, So hoary sages say. The hot sun's glow ne'er ceased to show, And time was one long day. God willed! 'Twas done! The Summer sun Was hidden by a haze. Clouds had begun, formed one by one, Gone were the torpid days. And then behold! leaves red and gold And plump ripe fruits were found. The tirst frost told that Autumn's cold Would spoil the harvest 'round. On winter crept. Then nature slept And ice-dipped winds did blow. The earth these swept, while Angels wept White tears which We call snow. Then March winds blew and violets grew, The robin's song was clear. Grass wet with dew-'twas Spring, so new! Thus was the Earth's first year. CARL DENGEL, '37 '35