Cathedral High School - Crusader Yearbook (Belleville, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1939 volume:

SENIOR ISSUE Presented By THE STAFF Editorial Leland Schmidt Raymond Lunte 9 Thomas Miller Albert Loesch John Renner Joseph Roesch Advertising John Downey Arthur Minor Bernard Griesedieck Arthur Fournie Aloysius Karfs Theodore Gundlach Harold Donovan Richard Wuller 272532 FOREWORD “Perhaps some day it will be pleasant to remember these things. It is our sincere wish that in years to come the pages of the Crusader Senior Issue of 1939 will recall memories of pleasant days and happenings within the halls of our dear Alma Mater, Cathedral High School. —The Senior Staff. DEDICATION Brother Francis lleideniann, S. M. Brother Francis Dames, S. M. Gratefully we dedicate this humble volume of the Crusader to two members of our Faculty; to Brother Francis Heidemann, S.M., on the happy occasion of the Silver Jubilee of his religious pn fession; and to Brother Francis Dames, S.M., on the occasion of his appointment to missionary work in Lima, Peru. Page Five His Excellency Most Reverend Henry Althoff, D. D. Bishop of Belleville As our next ' door neighbor for twentydive years. His Excellency has shown himself a de voted champion of Catholic higher education. Through his cooperation Cathedral High School has advanced during these years, educating for the glory of God and the exaltation of Holy Mother Church. We are indeed grateful to our Bishop for the opportunity he has given us to obtain a Catholic High School education. For four years we have known Msgr. Mueller as our patron, spiritual guide, and friend. He has been our patron in the sense that he is responsible for the con ' tinued existence of our high school. His timely talks in church and school have been of inestimable value to us in the spiritual life. But most of all we look on Father Mueller as our friend. We are indeed grateful for all that he has done for us, and we salute him as a true champion of the cause of Catholic education. The Seniors. Right Reverend Monsignor Joseph M. Mueller Pastor of Cathedral Brother Wilfrid Moran, S. M. Principal Congratulations to you, graduates of 1939. Thirtyfive strong you will make your adieus to your Alma Mater. Thirty ' five strong you will make your debut in a world which is anxiously awaiting leaders. May you, thirty ' five strong, enter into your life work as Catholic men, as Catholic leaders. May you, thirty five strong, be ever faith ' ful to the high standards, the Catholic standards, which you have imbibed during your four years at the Cathedral High School. May your good example help imbue the world with the spirit of religious loyalty and brotherly love. May your conduct, at all times, be an honor to yourself, to your School and to your Church. You have the distinction of being the largest class to graduate from the Cathedral High School. May you also distinguish yourselves as outstanding leaders in Catholic Action. Our sincerest wish for your success and happiness in your life ' s undertaking. Bro. Francis Heidemann, S.M., B.L. Head of Commercial Department German Rev. Joseph Stenc.er Religion Bro. Francis Dames, S.M. A.B. Sophomore A Moderator History, English Bro. William Siemer, S.M., B.S., M.S. Senior Moderator Science, Mathematics, Sociology Mr. B. L. Miller Head of Music Department Latin Bro. Leo Rothermich, S.M., B.A. Sophomore B Moderator Litin FACULTY Rev. Edmund Schumacher Religion Rev. Elmer Holtgrave Religion Bro. Alfred Baumgartner, S.M., B.A. Freshman A Moderator History, English Bro. John Gahala, S.M., B.A. Freshman B Moderator English, Civics Bro. Edward Dunne, S.M., A.B. Junior Moderator History, English Pace Ten SCHOLASTIC SENIOR OFFICERS LELAND CHARLES SCHMIDT St. Luke ' s Honor Roll 1 Marianistic Chairman 1-2 Central Committee—Marian Chau man Parish Representative 4 Football 2-3—Co-captain 4 Basketball 2-3-4—Baseball 2-3-4 Freshman Baseball—Intramurals 3 Class President 1 -2-3-4 Spirit Banner Representative I-2-3-4 President Spirit Banner Com. 4 Associate Editor “Crusader 3 Editor “Crusader” 4—Elocution 1-2 Winner Alumni Elocution Medal 2 RAYMOND ELMER SCHMIDT Cathedral Honor Roll 1-2 Sodality Prefect 1 Server 1-2-3 Baseball 3-4 Basketball 4 Freshman Baseball Intramurals 3-4 Class Vice-President 4 JOHN FREDERICK RENNER Cathedral Honor Roll 1-2-3 Sodality Secretary 3-4 Mission Chairman 1-2 Band 1-2-3-4 Football 3-4 Intramurals 1-3-4 “Crusader Staff 3-4 Winner of Paper Drive 3 VERNON ROBERT WINTER Cathedral Catholic Action Chairman 1 -2 Class Treasurer 3-4 Football 2-3—Co-captain 4 Basketball 2-3-4 Baseball 2-3-4 Intramurals 3-4 Freshman Baseball “All State Basketball Team 4 Page Twelve SENIORS ELMER JOSEPH APPEL Cathedral Intramurals 3-4 Freshman Baseball PAUL HENRY BLAES St. Luke ' s Mission Chairman 1 Intramurals 1-3-4 “Crusader” Staff 4 PHILIP HERMAN BAUER Cathedral Server 1-2-3 Intramurals 3-4 CHARLES GEORGE BRAUN Cathedral Parish Representative 1 Server 1-2-3-4 Intramurals 1-3-4 Freshman Baseball CHARLES HENRY BECKFELD St. Teresa ' s Honor Roll 3-4 Parish Representative 4 Football 1-2-3-4 Freshman Baseball Class Vice-President 2—“Crusader” Staff 4 LOUIS EMMETT COWELL St. John ' s, Red Bud Baby Card Drive Leader 1 Paper Drive 2 Book Drive 3 Page Thirteen SENIORS KENNETH FRANK DAHM St. Henry ' s Parish Representative 3-4 Intramurals 3 Crusader” Staff 4 LAWRENCE JOSEPH GEPPERT Blessed Sacrament Bundle Drive Leader 4 HAROLD LOUIS EICHENSEER St. Augustine ' s, Heeler Honor Roll 1-4 Parish Representative 4 Freshman Baseball Paper Drive Leader 2 Christmas Card Drive Leader 4 BERNARD HENRY GRIESEDIECK Cathedral Honor Roll 1-2 Parish Chairman 1-2-3 Football 2-3-4 “Crusader” Staff 4 Laboratory Manager 3-4 ORVILLE WALTER FUNSCH Cathedral Eucharistic Chanman 1 Football 3-4 Intramurals 1-3-4 Freshman Baseball Student Manager 1 PAUL CONRAD HELFRICH Cathedral Honor Roll 1 Secretary-Treasurer 1 Server 1-2-3 Intramurals 1-3-4 Page Fourteen CHARLES JOSEPH HOEFFKEN Cathedral Catholic Action Chairman 1 Football 3 Basketball 3 Intramurals 3 ' 4 Freshman Baseball MILTON GEOROE LAUER Cathedral Intramurals 3-4 FLOYD HENRY HOFFMANN St. Luke ' s Intramurals 1-3-4 Cheer Leader, 1 -2-3-4 Spirit Banner Representative 1 ALBERT FREDERICK LOESCH Cathedral Intramurals 1-3 Messenger Correspondent 4 “Crusader” Staff 3-4 PAUL JOHN LAUBNER Cathedral Honor Roll 1-2-3 Catholic Action Chairman 2 Sodality Convention Delegate 3 Oratory Contest 3 Debating 4 “Crusader” Staff 4 ALVIN PAUL LOBS1NGER Cathedral SENIORS RICHARD EDWARD LUUOE Cathedral Eucharistic Chairman 1-2-3-4 Football 2-3-4—Intramurals 1-3-4 Freshman Baseball—Server 1-2-3-4 TOM BERNARD MILLER Cathedral Honor Roll 1-2-3-4 Mission Chairman 1 -2-3 Parish Representative 4 Central Committee 4 Band 2-3-4—Intramurals 3-4 Crusader Staff 3-4- Apologetics 4 RAYMOND VALENTINE LUNTE St. Luke ' s Honor Roll 1-2-3-4 Sodality Mission Chairman 4 Basketball 2-3—Captain 4 Baseball 2-3-4 Freshman Baseball Intramurals 3-4—Football Mgr. 2-3-4 Elocution 1-2 Winner Bishop Althoff Oratory Contest 3 Spirit Banner 1 —Class President 1 “Crusader” Staff 3-4 FERDINAND JOSEPH MUELLER Blessed Sacrament Honor Roll 1-3 Sodality Prefect 1-2-3-4 Sodality Prefect, Central Committee 4 Parish Representative 4 Band 1-2-3-4 Football 2-3 Basketball 2-3-4—Baseball 4 Freshman Baseball—Intramurals 1-3-4 Spirit Banner Representative 2 Class President 2—“Crusader” Staff 3 Elocution 2—Oratory 3-4 ALFRED FRANCIS MEIRINK Cathedral Intramurals 3-4 Server 1-2-3 Freshman Baseball Elocution 1 JAMES JOHN MUELLER St. Mary ' s Parish Representative 4 Central Committee 4 Intramurals 1-3-4 Freshman Baseball Page Sixteen JOSEPH ARTHUR ROESCH St. Mary ' s Honor Roll 1 Catholic Action Chairman 2-3-4 Band 1-2-3-4 Baseball 2-3—Captain 4 Intramurals 1-3-4 Freshman Baseball Elocution 1 “Crusader” Staff 3-4 CORNELIUS VALENTINE STEGER St. Mary ' s Intramurals 3-4 CHARLES WM. SCHUMACHER St. Mary ' s Honor Roll 1-2 Band 1-2-3-4 Intramurals 1-3-4 Freshman Baseball LEO BERNARD SWITALLA Cathedral Intramurals 3-4 PAUL FRANCIS SCHWEMMER Cathedral Mission Chairman 1-2-3 Football 2-3-4 Freshman Baseball Intramurals 3-4 “Crusader” Staff 4 EDWARD GEORGE VOSS St. Luke ' s Honor Roll 1-2-4 Eucharistic Chairman 1 Class Secretary 2 Bulletin Board Chairman 2-3-4 JOSEPH STEPHEN SEIBERT Cathedral Intramurals 1-3 Freshman Baseball JUNIORS First Row: A. Kohl, J. Schindler, J. Schoen, E. Kohl, R. Bechtoldt, Brother Edward Dunne, J. Leahy, R. Fellner, A. Minor, J. Downey, R. Ratz. Second Row: E. Stoelzle, R. Schlosser, II. Schmidt, II. Biebel, C. Reeb, R. Neb- gen, A. Karfs, F. Luby, R. Schmidt. Third Row: A. Fournie, W. Gain, J. Ehret, W. Grandcolas, P. Becherer, R. Voellinger, E. Wuller, G. Dashner. Fourth Row: L. Beyer, N. Lanter, F. Laubner, G. Nebgen, A. Koch, R. Kronen- berger, R. Hubert. The Juniors cannot be called the most active class in the school; however, they cooperated in all activities of the year, though never winning the spirit banner. Art Koch, as prefect, instilled a fine spirit of cooperation in spiritual matters into the Junior Sodality. His fellow officers were: Norman Lanter, Mission Chairman; Harold Biebel, Catholic Action Chairman; Jack Downey, Eucharistic Chairman; and Clarence Reeb, Secretary. Activity leaders among the Juniors were H. Biebel, R. Dahlmann, G. Dashner, J. Downey, A. Fournie, A. Koch, A. Minor, C. Reeb, and H. Schmidt. C. Reeb led the entire school in the spring paper drive. In the ad drive J. Downey paced all competitors. Jerry Leahy and Art Fournie took part in the Oratory contest. Debating at- tracted J. Downey, R. Schmidt, and J. Leahy. Six Juniors played in the band; they were P. Becherer, H. Biebel, J. Ehret, R. Fellner, R. Ratz, and H. Schmidt. Scholastic leaders of the class were Norman Lanter, Art Fournie, Joseph Schind ' ler, and Arthur Kohl. Pace Eighteen First Row: J. Platzkoester, C. Truttmann, C. Idoux, J. I.uhus, Brother Francis Dames, K. Rain, L. Cordie, E. Schilling, E. Sternau. Second Row: K. Juen, J. Phillips, J. Schmidt, O. Joffray, F. May, W. Conrath, D. I.auer, P. Schmidt, E. Schlich. Third Row: F Ehret, (). Quirin, L. Neff, E. Neman, C. Karfs, K. Jones, R. Regensberger. Fourth Row: T. Nesbit, G. Funsch, R. Huber. Realizing the importance of study, the hoys of Sophomore “A settled down to serious work at the beginning of the school year. Scholastically, K. Kain, W. Daab, E. Heman, C. Idoux and C. Karfs led the way, Kain obtaining Highest Honors every term. K. Kain also took an active part in debating, winning one of the two debates in which he participated. Although not leaders in activities, we did our share in most of the drives, ob ' taining 100% in the Christmas Card Drive and 138% in the first Paper Drive. Oscar Joffray, our Spirit Banner Representative, was awarded the coveted Banner twice. • In the Band we were represented by E. Heman, R. Huber, J. Lubus, E. Schlich, and C. Truttmann. The Sodality, under the capable leadership of K. Kain, assisted by F. May, R. Huber, C. Karfs, and J. Phillips, aided greatly to increase the attendance at Mass and the reception of the Sacraments. Five of our class took part in Athletics. W. Conrath and J. Schmidt were on the football squad; F. May, J. Schmidt and Conrath played on the basketball teams and F. May, J. Schmidt, C. Truttmann, and R. Huber are participating in baseball. Pace Nineteen SOPHOMORE “B” First Row: A. Rreidenbach, P. Grewach, R. Wuller, N. Dahm, Brother Leo Rothermich, R. Miller, J. Rice, J. Leahy, N. Hoff. Second Row: C. Wittenauer, W. Luby, B. Boskamp, P. Lugge, J. Ilomrig- hausen, L. Grandcolas, W. Schlosser, P. Breidenbach. Third Row: ' I ' . Gundlach, II. Donovan, G. Ilalloran, W. Costello, J. Ilausmann, R. Kuehn, C. Weygandt, F. Klapp, J. Gundlach. We began our second year determined to be outstanding in all activities. How far we have realized this may be judged from our history. Under the leadership of R. Wuller, N. Hoff, J. Rice, P. Lugge and A. Breiden- bach, our sodality was the most active in the school. Scholastically, P. Breidenbach, P. Grewach, J. Gundlach, T. Gundlach, J. Haus ' mann, P. Lugge, J. Rice, W. Schlosser, C. Weygandt, and R. Wuller were consist ' ently on the Honor Roll. In athletics we w T ere represented on school teams by R. Wuller, D. Costello, P. Lugge, W. Luby, and L. Grandcolas. Among activities in which we copped first place might be mentioned the two paper drives, the fall ad drive, the band concert ticket drive, and the Spirit Banner race. R. Wuller, N. Dahm, and F. Klapp participated in the Alumni Elocution con- test. J. Homrighausen, F. Klapp, and R. Wuller also joined the debating squad. Representing us in the band were J. Gundlach, T. Gundlach, R. Kuehn, R. Mib ler, J. Rice, and R. Wuller. In all of these undertakings we owe a large share of our success to Brother Leo Rothermich, whose guidance spurred us on to great efforts and the ultimate achievement of our goal. Page Twenty FRESHMAN “A” First Row: C. Grimmer, J. Schmidt, R. Bechtoldt, R. Schilling, Brother Alfred Baumgartner, S. Funsch, W. Winter, H. Eilering, N. Simpson. Second Row: H. Becherer, W. Sieben, N. Wenzel, H. Schoen, G. Jacobs, R. Voss, M. Baechle, F. Hoffmann, C. Glauber. Third Row: W. I.ugge, C. Schaefer, C. Strati matin, R. Iloff, R. Cowell, L. Berkel, E. Bujnak, J. Quirin, E. Seger, E. Blaes. Our class, like other Freshman classes, had humble beginnings. However, as the year progressed, we were definitely convinced that we could accomplish things. In the field of intellectual attainment the honors go to Ray Schilling, C. Grinv mer, H. Becherer, and J. Quirin. William Sieben represented us in the Elocution Contest. Sodality activities were ably conducted by E. Blaes and L. Berkel who served as prefects, and were capably assisted by able associates. Freshman A proved to be a class of workers in the various drives winning first place in the sale of Christmas Cards, and placing second in the Fall paper drive. R. Schilling, as spirit banner representative, was a great help in leading us to victory in this competition three times during the year. In athletics, the class won the title of Freshman champions. Among class athletes the following deserve mention: W. Sieben, F. Hoffmann, C. Grimmer, C. Schaefer, E. Bujnak, and R. Hoff. Harold Schoen and Melvin Baechle, music lovers, represented our class in the band. We will always look back on our Freshman year with pleasant memories and satisfaction in the thought that although we were not outstanding in studies and activities, we nevertheless tried our best. Page Twenty-one FRESHMAN k 1T First Row: N. Collins, W. Braun, B. Wuebbels, L. Schuetz, Brother John Gahala, R. Servos, K. Lanter, F. Wuller, R. Yoch. Second Row: K. Mueller, L. Reinhardt, R. Edlich, N. Scheibel, E. Beyer, E. Roethlisberger, W. Miller, R. Baechle. Third Row: R. Ernst, W. Armbruster, R. Dengler, C. Vollmer, J. Faul, A. Meirink, J. Donovan, O. Schomber, R. Reime. Fourth Row: J. Kohl, M. Moehle, T. Sudholdt, M. Dressier, J. Marsh, V ' . Yassallo, W. Nebgen, J. Grimmer. We feel particularly proud of our achievement in the line of scholastic pursuits. Three of our class have attained highest honors for the year; namely, Robert Edlich, William Miller, and Kenneth Lanter. Many others attained other honors, among them being R. Baechle, J. Grimmer, J. Kohl, W. Armbruster, and F. Jaeckel. With James Kohl in the office of Prefect, our Sodality was quite successful in developing a spirit of personal holiness in each member of the class. This was particularly shown in our devotion to Holy Mass and Holy Communion. Other sodality officers of our room were R. Baechle, Secretary; R. Edlich, Eucharistic Chairman; K. Lanter, Mission Chairman; and B. Schoenborn, Catholic Action Chairman. B. Schoenborn and J. Kohl entered the competition in the Elocution Contest. James Kohl won the distinction of being awarded the Alumni Elocution medal for his excellence in this department. Athletically we were represented on the varsity squads by J. Kohl, J. Faul, W. Braun, C. Vollmer, F. Jaeckel, and W. Nebgen. Many others were quite active in intramural competition. Seven times we won the Spirit Banner, indicating that we were very active for a group of freshmen. Though we did not win major drives, we always made good records and cooperated to a great extent in all that were promoted. R. Baechle, R. Dengler, C. Vollmer, K. Mueller, and W. Nebgen lent their services to the Cathedral Band. Page Twenty-two Two ACTIVITIES ■ HONOR STUDENTS First Row: C. Idoux, R. Wuller, P. Grewach, W. Schlosser, R. Baechle, R. Ed- lich, W. Miller, J. Schindler, W. Armbruster, R. Schilling, II. Becherer. Second Row: P. Bredeinbach, K. Kain, E. Neman, A. Kohl, L. Grandcolas, J. Rice, P. I.ugge, J. Grimmer, F. Jaeckel. Third Row: C. Karfs, C. Beckfeld, T. Gundlach, C. Weygandt, J. Gundlach, L. Schmidt, T. Miller, J. Kohl. Fourth Row: A. Fournie, N. Lanter, E. Voss, J. Hausmann, R. Lunte, J. Ren¬ ner, II. Eichenseer. Persistent study, application, and gentlemanly conduct has enabled nearly forty students to be inscribed on the Cathedral Honor Roll for the year 1938 39. In order to achieve this distinction, a student must have averaged 95 % in con ' duct and 90% in the study of Religion. Various degrees of honors are bestowed, according to the following regulations: Highest Honors. Scholastic average 95, no grade below 90. High Honors. Scholastic average 90, no grade below 85. Honors. Scholastic average 85, no grade below 80. Honors have been won this year by the following boys: Highest Honors. R. Wuller, K. Kain, L. Schmidt, R. Edlich, K. Lanter, W. Miller. High Honors. P. Breidenbach, L. Grandcolas, P. Grewach, T. Gundlach, J. Hausmann, P. Lugge, J. Rice, C. Weygandt, A. Fournie, A. Kohl, N. Lanter, W. Daab, C. Idoux, C. Karfs, R. Lunte, T. Miller, E. Voss, R. Schilling, R. Baechle, J. Grimmer, J. Kohl, F. Jaeckel. Honors. J. Gundlach, W. Schlosser, J. Schindler, R. Huber, E. Heman, J. Quirin, C. Beckfeld, H. Eichenseer, J. Renner, H. Becherer, W. Armbruster. Page Twenty-pour HIGH SCHOOL BAND First Row: R. Baechle, K. Mueller, H. Biebel, E. Heman, C. Schumacher, M. Baechle, R. Kuehn, C. Vollmer, J. Lubus, T. Gundlach, A. Muckensturm, R. Wuller, R. Dengler. Second Row: Mr. Bernard L. Miller, Director; R. Fellner, P. Becherer, J. Roesch, J. Renner, F. Mueller, F. Miller, J. Rice, II. Schoen, O. Schomber, R. Miller, Brother Alfred Moderator. Third Row: II. Schmidt, W. Nebgen, J. Ehret, C. Truttmann, R. Huber, J. Gundlach, R. Ratz. The Cathedral High School Band has been the most active organization in the entire school. Not only did they hold a practice session every day, hut they also performed at civic programs, dramatics, athletic contests, and concerts too numer- ous to mention. The band, with a membership of thirty musicians, has the best instrumentation in its history, and Professor Miller, their able director, has given them many dip ficult classical numbers as well as modern marches to interpret. The intricate works of such famous composers as Tschaikowsky, Beethoven, Schubert, and Wagner would not have met with the success they did had not the skill and patience of Professor Miller been at the disposal of the band. The annual concert of January met with great success; and as their reputation is steadily rising and spreading the band has often been requested to play at various programs. Page Twenty-five SENIOR SODALITY OFFICERS First Row: L. Schmidt, F. Mueller, J. Renner, R. I.unte. Second Row: R. l.ugge, J. Roesch. Under the leadership of Prefect Ferd Mueller, the Sodality of the Immaculate Conception proved to he of the greatest assistance in the encouragement of spiritual activities. Assisting Ferd Mueller were. Leland Schmidt, Marianistic Chairman; Ray Lunte, Mission Chariman; Richard Lugge, Eucharistic Chairman; Joseph Roesch, Catholic Action Chairman; and John Renner, Secretary. Meetings of the student body, held every First Friday, featured Sodality activity along with general reception of Holy Communion on that day. Various drives of the year were successful because of the active cooperation of the Sodalists. Among these Sodality activities were the Christmas Food and Bundle Drive, the sale of Christmas cards, and two fine paper drives. A spiritual battle was waged against indecency in literature and the movies. The spiritual retreat under the direction of Reverend Father Lee, O.M.I., was a huge success. During the closing exercises of the retreat the sixty Freshmen were received into the Sodality. Pace Twenty-six CENTRAL COMMITTEE Combining with the Senior Sodality officers, the prefects of the class sodalities and the parish representatives form the Central Committee of Spiritual Activities. Meeting in the Central Committee with the other representatives of the school, the members decide on the activities to be sponsored and also determine in a general way the manner of procedure. The class prefects then report the matters to their own sodalities and determine more exactly in each class the manner of securing best results. These Prefects function through the chairmen of the various committees, Marian, Eucharistic, Mission, and Catholic Action. A senior member from each parish represented at Cathedral High is a delegate to the group of Parish Representatives. This committee has for its primary aim the fostering of a more friendly feeling between the school and the parish and the en- couraging of participation in parish activities. Their special work is securing the cooperation of their parishioners in attend- ance at Holy Name Communion receptions. First Row: K. Dahm, II. Eichenseer, A. Koch, T. Miller, C. Beckfeld, L. Berkel. Second Row: K. Kain, J. Kohl, J. Mueller, R. Wuller. Page Twenty seven ELOCUTION AND ORATORY J. Kohl J. Leahy Annually a speech contest is conducted at Cathedral High School in two divh sions. Freshmen and Sophomores engage in an elocution contest; while Juniors and Seniors participate in oratory. To encourage the students in these endeavors. His Excellency, Bishop Althoff, and the Alumni Association provide distinguished awards for the successful con ' testants. Most Reverend Bishop Althoff presents a medal to the winner of the oratory contest; the Alumni Association honors the elocution champion in the same manner. Competition this year was particularly keen in both divisions of the speech contest. Though hut three orators vied for the Bishop ' s medal, the winner had a very real struggle with his opponents. Jerry Leahy, junior, was declared the win ' ner over Ferd Mueller, senior, and Arthur Fournie, junior. Jerry ' s speech was entitled, “The Catholic Press, a Fundamental Need of Catholic Action.” Six boys strove for the mastery in elocution. After a spirited contest James Kohl, freshman, was named the victor. Other contestants were: W. Sieben and B. Schoenborn, freshmen; Frank Klapp, Richard Wuller, and Norman Dahm, sopho ' mores. Kohl s selection that took the prize was “Victor Hugo ' s Invective Against Napoleon.” First Row: F. Klapp, F. Mueller, A. Fournie, N. Dahm. Second Row: B. Schoenborn, W. Sieben, R. Wuller. Page Twenty-eight DEBATERS First Row: K. Rain, R. Wuller, J. Ilonirighausen, J. I.eahy. Second Row: R. Schmidt, F. Klapp, P. l.aubner, J. Downey. Though defeats were more numerous than victories, the debaters of this year can feel justly proud. Cathedral can look forward to at least two years of success in this activity for most of the squad members were merely Sophomores. Credit for arousing interest in such a worthy activity must be attributed to the two coaches of the debaters, Brothers James McMenamy and Leo Rothermich. Four Sophomores, Frank Klapp, Dick Wuller, Kenneth Kain, and Jack Homrig ' hausen were the most active debaters towards the close of the season. Paul Laubner, senior, and juniors Jack Downey, Jerry Leahy, and Ray Schmidt were the bulwarks of the squad in early days of competition. The question debated this year in the three leagues of which Cathedral was a member was the advisability of forming an alliance with England. Every one of the debaters gained much valuable knowledge through the research made in pre paring his arguments. The best showing made was in the St. Clair County Catholic League in which the team finished second to Notre Dame Academy. Cathedral was the only school to administer a defeat to the champions. Page Twenty-nine ■■■ SPIRIT BANNER First Row: N. Lanter, L. Schmidt, (). Joffray. Second Row: R. Baechle, F. Klapp, J. Schmidt. Versatility in athletics, and in spiritual and scholastic activities throughout the entire year made it possible for Sophomore B to capture the coveted Spirit Banner more frequently than any other class. In all, this class was awarded the banner thirteen times, while their closest competitors, the Seniors, managed to place first twelve times. The Spirit Banner Committee, consisting of one representative from each class is assisted by the Moderator, Brother Wilfrid. Leland Schmidt, Senior representa ' tive, was chairman of the group, and made good use of his four years ' experience. This committee has proved invaluable in the instillation of spirit and enthusiasm into the various classes for the various activities of the year. The majority of the drives of the year were successful because of the work of this organization in maim taining interest and instilling the spirit of competition. Page Thirty ATHLETICS ATHLETIC STAFF Seated: llrother Edward Dunne, S.M., Dr. R. C. Ileiligenstein, Brother Francis Dames, S.M. Standing: Brother William Siemer, S.M. The most successful year in the history of athletics at Cathedral has gone into the records. Admittedly material was better this year than ever before; however, we must not forget the contributions of our athletic stiff to the success of our athletes. In his first year as coach. Brother William Siemer has produced champions in football and basketball; his baseball team is now on its way to another Catholic High School League title. Efficient and genial. Brother William has won his way into the hearts of his boys, and in this manner has insured success. Building for the future is the task of Brother Francis Dames, and well has he done this thankless task. The difficult intra-mural program has been under his guidance for two years now and each year has seen an increase of athletic interest and good spirit. Our good friend. Doctor Heiligenstein, has had an easy year, for which fact we are very grateful. Though Doc has had only a small number of patients to care for all year, he always was interested and willing to do all he could. His very presence has ever been an inspiration to Cathedral athletes. Concluding his third year as athletic director. Brother Edward Dunne can look back on three years of great athletic development at Cathedral High School. Page Thirty-two CATHOLIC LEAGUE CO-CHAMPIONS FirS ' Grandcolas, A. Koch, A. Fournle, R. Nebgen, C. Beckfeld, J. Renner, It. CJriese- utick, r oC n v(?mni r. Second R.m: G Nebgen, W Conra.h, R. Dahlmann, V. Winter, D. Costello. R. I.uftfte, L. Schmidt, L. Beyer, W. Luby. Standing: O. l unsch, J. Phillips, J. Paul, E. Appel, Brother Edward, Athletic Director; N. P I ugge ’ K ° h ’ Manager; Brother William, Coach; C. Schaefer, E. Bujnak, J. Kohl, Cathedra 1 entered the 1938 football season with the brightest hopes in years. Ten lettermen were available giving valuable experience at many positions. However, the boys began the season dismally, dropping their first three games, before hitting their true stride. By winning two and losing one, the Crusaders tied for the Catholic High School League crown. Pfrryvillf. Heavily favored to win, the listless Crusaders were defeated by an inferior St. V incent s team, 9-7- Offensive power was entirely lacking. Chester. Led by Peewee Schmidt, who ran eighty yards for a touchdown on a kickoff, the team snowed more spirit but were unable to stop Dale Bruegger, and went down to defeat, 25-13. Chamikade. Back in listless form, the Crusaders dropped their opening league game to Cham- inade, 6-0, when Bob Hummert ran forty yards for a touchdown. Central Catholic. The first victory was the sweetest as old rivals were trounced, 19-7. The Crusaders completed ten of twelve passes thrown. V. Winter Dupo. Peewee Schmidt led the way to victory over Dupo as he scored three touchdowns. Passing figured prominently in the 20-7 victory. Township. Cathedral was unable to stop the Township powerhouse and went down to a 32-0 defeat, though fighting gallantly. St.Johns. A 38-0 victory over St. John ' s gave the Crusaders a share of the league title. Peewee and Vernie Winter starred along with seniors Renner, Griesedieck, Schwemmer, Lugge, and Beckfeld. Pace Thirty-three L. Schmidt CATHOLIC LEAGUE CHAMPIONS First Row: F. Mueller, V. Winter, R. Finite, L. Schmidt, A. Koch. Second Row: Brother William Coach; R. Dahl matin, R. Schmidt, E. Wuller, G. Roach, Brother Edward, Athletic Director. Third Row: P. Lugge, W. I.uby, J. Schmidt, F. May, A. Kohl, Manager; W. Con rath, J. Faul, J. Kohl, R. Wuller. Cathedral ' s 1938 39 basketball team proved to be the best in the history of the school. They won twenty while losing only six; they won the Catholic High School League championship; and they placed third in the Illinois Catholic Tournament. In the Catholic League, the Crusaders copped six decisions to become the first undefeated titlists in the history of the organization. Victories over Central to the tunes of 24-10 and 43-27 were sweetest. None of the league contests were close as Chaminade was defeated 41-26 and 29 21, and St. Peter’s 34-21 and 27-14. The Cathedral B” team had an inglorious season, winning one game out of six in the League. Ferd Mueller, Peewee Schmidt, and Vern Winter were unanimous choices on the League All-Star team, while Ray Lunte was chosen on the second team. Cathedral disappointed in the city series as they dropped two games to Township, 20-15 and 25-20. The Crusaders had been favored to cop the city title. In the State Catholic Tournament the Crusaders made their best showing of the season. In the first and second round games, they defeated two of the strongest pre-tournament favorites, St. Paul ' s of Odell, 33-22, and St. Bede ' s 37-29. In the best played game of the tournament, the Crusaders lost in the semi-final to the eventual champs, Cathedral of Springfield, 31-28. Disappointed, but not discouraged, the boys took Routt of Jacksonville, 30-25 to taxc third place in the State. Vernie Winter received the highest honor ever bestowed on a Cathedral athlete when he was named to the All-State Catholic team at the tourney. Ray Lunte and Peewee Schmidt also played brilliantly at Springfield. R. Lunte Page Thirty pour ILLINOIS CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS Above Left To Right: Ray Schmidt—Senior. A dependable reserve, shining on defense. Jim Schmidt Sophomore. An excellent long shot; a fighter all the way. Vern Winter Senior. A brilliant floor man; clever passer; fine dribbler; great team man; in short, “All State . In Circle: Ray Lunte, Captain Senior. A defensive genius; a good long shot; a scrapper; a thinker; a model captain. Relow Left To Right: Ferd Mueller—Senior. High scorer of the squad; Catholic League All Star; a good defensive man, too. Leland Schmidt— Senior. Catholic League All Star; steadiest man on the team; a team player above all. Art Koch Junior. Strong on defense; fair on offense; savior of the St. Rede game. CATHOLIC LEAGUE CHAMPIONS First Row: P. Luby, J. Roesch, V. Winter, C. Truttmann, P. I.ugge, F. May. Second Row: W. Nebgen, R. Schmidt, L. Schmidt, R. Huber, J. Schmidt, L. Grandcolas. Third Row: A. Koch, F. Mueller, Brother William, R. Lunte, G. Nebgen. The Crusaders opened the baseball campaign with high hopes for a successful season, and also with a difficult task before them. The confidence resulted from the fact that Coach Brother William was able to put lettermen at seven positions. With Leland Schmidt catching the slants of Art Koch and Joe Roesch, all veterans of two years, the Crusaders have a powerful staff. Pat Luby,Vern Winter, Ray Lunte, and Fritz May for an all-veteran infield combination. Ray Schmidt, letterman, teams with Ferd Mueller and Paul Lugge, squad members last season, in a dependable outfield. On the outcome of the baseball season depends the All-Sports trophy in the Catholic High School League. At the opening of the diamond season St. Peter ' s held a slight advantage over the Cathedralites. However, since the Missourians lost their first three games, the Crusaders are now well on their way to this coveted award. J. Roesch Early games bore out the contention that Cathedral has the best team in its history. Good pitching by Captain Joe Roesch and Art Koch a ided by timely hitting by Peewee Schmidt, Lunte, Winter, and May has resulted in eight victories and only three defeats! Page Thirty-six INTRAMURALS Class Soft Ball teams were organized in Sep ' tember in which sixty-four boys participated. Many close contests were fought and the league ended in a three way tie for first place, the Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores “A hav¬ ing lost one game each. In the playoff, the seniors, with F. Mueller on the mound, emerged victor¬ ious. E. Wuller and F. May were the hurlers for the Juniors and Sophomores respectively. The basketball league proved very popular. Three rounds were played with eight teams par¬ ticipating. The initial round was won without much difficulty by Joe Roesch ' s team. The sec¬ ond round was a bitter struggle. N. Lanter’s team won the round. R. Dahlman and J. Rice deserve much credit for their defensive play on this team. To add interest varsity players took part in the final round. The teams captained by F. Mueller, R. Lunte, R. Schmidt and G. Funsch tied for first place with five victories each and thus ended the basketball season. E. Wuller was again proclaimed the outstand¬ ing Ping Pong player at Cathedral. In a doubles tournament E. Wuller and J Downey, Juniors, defeated B. Miller and R. Reime, Freshmen in the finals for the championship. E. Wuller, J. Downey, R. Lunte, L. Schmidt, and V. Winter defeated Central Catholic of East St. Louis in two Ping Pong matches. Both scores were 3 to 2. Sixty-eight boys are participating in Spring Soft Ball. The Juniors, Seniors and Freshman “A are having a close fight for first place. Page Thirty-seven ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Left To Right: R. Wuller, Vice-President; L. Schrader, President; G. Renner, Treasurer; R. Schoenborn, Secretary. New blood stepped in to attempt a revival of the Alumni Association in March when it appeared that the organization was on its way to a dishonorable death. Bravely taking over what seemed a hopeless situation, the new officers have so far successfully carried out their program. Leslie Schrader, as President, has shown initiative and a great capacity for ardu¬ ous work. He is ably assisted in his program by his fellow officers, Robert Wuller, Vice-president, Raymond Schoenborn, Secretary, and George Renner, Treasurer. A new policy of activity was the first thing decided upon. Instead of unin¬ teresting meetings that previously had been poorly attended, the new leaders de¬ termined upon a plan of holding monthly meetings that would attract a larger and enthusiastic crowd. These meetings would mostly be of a social nature, with business meetings occurring when needed. So far the plan has proved satisfactory. Two things the Alumni Association, under its new leadership has already accomplished. They were instrumental in donating a trophy to the Catholic High School Debating League. Then, on May 21, they sponsored the most suc¬ cessful athletic banquet in the history of Cathedral High School. Pace Thirty-eight SENIOR FEA TORES HOROSCOPE Wame Lifes Most Hates Most Appel, Elmer Boxing Setting Pins Bauer, Philip Freeburg Flats Beckfeld, Charles Football Girls Blaes, Paul Shooting Marbles Losing At Marbles Braun, Charles Sponging Little Brothers Cowell, Louis Night Life Daybreak Dahm, Kenneth Neatness Sloppy Assignments Eichenseer, Harold Hecker Red Bud Funsch, Orville Cribbing Getting Caught Geppert, Lawrence Reading Cowell ' s Punches Griesedieck, Bernard Stag Stern Brau Helfrich, Paul Bowling Setting Pins HoefFken, Charles Passing Grades Ineligibility Hoffman, Floyd Motor Bicycles Pumping Laubner, Paul Drawing Dates Lauer, Milton Holidays School Days Loesch, Albert Red Sweaters Writing Lobsinger, Alvin Shows Ties Lugge, Richard 100% Communions 96% Lunte, Raymond Neat Clothes Four Personal Fouls Meirink, Alfred Ball Games Bookkeeping Miller, Tom Physics Poor Apparatus Mueller, Ferd Basketball Early Hours Mueller, James Max Stein Splits Renner, John Dead Bodies Live Ones Roesch, Joe Baseball Giving Walks Schmidt, L. Athletics Hair Cuts Schmidt, Ray Base-Knocks Physics Schumacher, Charles Music .. Hitch-Hikers Schwemmer, Paul Eating Time Between Meals Seibert, Joe Skating Publicity Steger, Cor. Book Reports Reading Aloud Switalla, Leo To Be Let Alone Muddy Roads Voss, Edward Bookkeeping Activities Winter, Vernon Playing Cards Public Speaking Page Forty HOROSCOPE Where Seen Most Ambition Destiny Elks Warden Guard In His Truck Boss Water-boy Communion Rail Fence Manufacturer Post Hole Digger Boy Scout Meetings Varsity Player Intramurals South Side Mgr. of Cathedral Alleys. Pinsetter In A Speeding Car Mayor of Red Bud Alderman Laboratory Airplane Mechanic Maker of Model Air ' planes National Hotel Business Man Office Boy Filling Station Comedian Dry Jokes Thumbing A Ride Pro Golf Caddy Western Brewery Brewmaster Bar Tender Cathedral Alleys 190 Average 140 Average 8th Periods Honor Student 70% St. Luke ' s Symphony Orchestra Salvation Army Church Pope Catechist Moose Dances Play Hookey Successfully Getting Caught Westhaven Golf Course Editor of Newspaper Reporter On Main Street W.P.A. W.P.A. In His Ford Six Feet Five Feet Three Shower Room Milk Chemist Milk Man Library Major Leagues East Texas Golf Course Organist Organ Grinder A6PP Pro Basketball Church Leagues St. Mary ' s 300 Game 299 With His Gang Undertaker Grave Digger In His Oldsmobile Great Surgeon Veterinarian With Vernie Pro Football W. P. A. Six Man Football At Home Operatic Tenor Barber Shop Quartet Riding Guy Lombardo ' s Orchestra German Band Everywhere HoefFken ' s Stoker Salesman Fireman Pro Tennis Player HoefFken ' s Court West End Politics P.W.A. Swansea Gentleman Farmer Farm Hand Father ' s Shop Inventor Foundry Ice Cream Shop New York Yankees Stags Page Forty-one CALENDAR Sept. 3 Sept. 6 Sept. 7 Sept. 9 Sept. 12 Sept. 14 Sept. 19 Sept. 26 Sept. 30 Oct. 4 Oct. 7 Oct. 10 Oct. 11 Oct. 12 Oct. 17 Oct. 19 Oct. 25 Oct. 29 Oct. 30 Nov. 1 Nov. 5 Nov. 6 Nov. 10 Nov. 14 Nov. 16 Nov. 18 Nov. 20 Nov. 21 Nov. 23 Nov. 24 Nov. 25 Nov. 28 Dec. 1 Dec. 3 Dec. 5 ' 6 ' 7 Dec. 8 Dec. 9 Dec. 11 Dec. 12 Dec. 13 New Faculty announced. First day of school—195 enrollment. Bro. Bill, new football coach 43 report. Professor Miller organizes band. First full day of school. “Crusader staff appointed. Freshman inquires, When’s the first baseball game? Bro. Ed. really starts work. O. Funsch ejected from class thrice in one day. Mr. Dhalwani lectures on India. First Friday Communion —new officers preside. Meirink makes German poem. Faculty downs footballers in softball tilt— Bro. Wilfrid stars. Columbus Day—full day free. Reading of reports—Appel absent. Seniors cop Intramural Softball Crown. School back porch is repaired. C.H.S. 19. Central 7 Catholic County Champs. Holy Name Rally in East St. Louis. All Saints—free day. C.H.S. 20. Dupo 7. Pool battle between Pork and “Squeak . Annual CathedrafTownship football classic. Opening of Men’s Mission at Cathedral Church. Loesch appointed Messenger correspondent. Beckfeld runs for touchdown -in practice. Crusaders 38. St. John ' s 0—Ccxhamps. First call for basketball—five veterans return. Term tests. German test—C. Braun sick. No school—recuperation. Swittala vs Lauer for senior boxing championship. First Christmas Card drive. Bauer has long visit in Freeburg. Sodality Annual retreat, conducted by Father Lee, O. M. I. Freshmen received into the Sodality. Basketball season opened- -C.H.S. 23. Carlyle 18. Christmas Bundle Drive starts. Bro. Ed. gets seniors’ autobiographies. Crusaders humble Freeburg in home - game opener. Page Forty-two CALENDAR Dec. 15 Dec. 17 Dec. 19 Dec. 22 Dec. 23 Dec. 25 Dec. 28 Dec. 29 Jan. 3 Jan. 4 Jan. 5 Jan. 7 Jan. 9 Jan. 10 Jan. 12 Jan. 13 Jan.15 Jan. 17 Jan. 18 ' 19 ' Jan. 22 Jan. 23 Jan. 24 Jan. 26 Jan. 27 Jan. 30 Feb. 1 ' 2 Feb. 3 Feb. 4 Feb. 5 Feb. 7 Feb. 9 Feb. 13 Feb. 14 Feb. 17 Feb. 20 Feb. 23 Feb. 25 Feb. 26 Roesch breaks Leyden jar in Physics experiment. Bro. Wilfrid goes rabbit hunting bags five birds. Renner talks self out of 8th period. Seniors win bundle drive by wide margin. Beginning of Christmas vacation. Christmas—Santa Claus visits Brothers ' House. Cathedral defeated by B.T.H.S. for first defeat. Gloom. Classes resumed—more gloom. Cathedral 24, Central 10. Lugge wears tie girl friend gave him. Laubner goes out for debate —good season pre- dieted. Schwemmer ill—too much sled riding. Seniors decide on new design for class rings. More Term Tests. Combination of Peewee Schmidt and Vern Winter give German dialogue . Eichenseer late for school—flat tire. Township cops city championship. Hurried cramming for mid ' year exams. Father Chaminade Day. Band concert—large attendance. Despair—reading of exam grades. Brother James leaves for San Antonio—Brother John takes his place. Father Kaiser shows Mission films. Seniors hear representative from Dayton. Seniors ' pictures for Annual taken. C. H. S. swamps Chaminade—Ill Mo League Champs. Senior Stag. Sweet memories Switalla, Helfrich and Lobsinger. Griesedieck invades school with candid camera. Blaes answers sociology question on the treatment of Morons. Cathedral invited to State Tournament. Venice another basketball victim. Dahm delayed two hours after school—preparing experiment. Brother Wilfrid measures Seniors for caps and gowns. Cathedral wins tourney opener from Odell Crusaders 3rd place winner in state. Winter adds All State to his list of nick names. Page Forty-three CALENDAR Mar. 1 New Pope elected. Mar. 3 Senior clocks arrive. Mar. 7 Three mice discovered in Senior waste basket. Mar. 8 Winter, Mueller and L. Schmidt, Ill Mo League All Stars. Mar. 10 Voss ' Bookkeeping book disappears. Mar. 12 Cowell arrested for speeding. Mar. 15 Geppert picked up in three minutes flat. Mar. 17 St. Patrick ' s Day—program for Father Mueller. Mar. 20 No school—in honor of St. Joseph. Mar. 22 Cathedral defeats East St. Louis in Ping Pong. Mar. 27 Hoffmann gives Brother Alfred an apple. Mar. 29 Steger gets 100% for four book reports. Mar. 30 Baseball call—seven veterans return. Apr. 1 Seibert pulls April Fool gag on Brother Francis. Apr. 3 Annual speech contest—Leahy, Kohl, winners. Apr. 6 Easter vacation. Apr. 7 Brother Francis Dames receives appointment to Peru. Apr. 8 Bowling league started—24 respond for four teams. Apr. 11 Les Schrader elected Alumni President. Apr. 13 Schumacher dreams of Kay Kyser. Apr. 15 Ray Schmidt aims for the fences—succeeds. Apr. 17 Lunte and L. Schmidt invited to Rotary Club dinner. Apr. 18 Brothers visit Stag Brewery. Apr. 20 Lobsinger on time for Mass. Apr. 22 Meirink ' s Ramblers’ take first place in bowling league. Apr. 24 High games posted: James Mueller, 210 and 550. Apr. 25 Crusaders beat East St. Louis in first ball game. Apr. 26 Leahy completes in St. Louis Oratorical contest. Apr. 28 C. H. S. downs St. John ' s, 104). May 2 Baseball game with Marquette— Squeak ab ' sent in morning. May 3 Three Seniors abandon Religion pieriod. May 5 Senior Issue goes to Press. May 7 Crusaders play Sunday baseball—Legion team suffers. May 9 Band plays at St. John ' s Orphanage. May 10 10 A. M.—Senior Prom planned. May 10 Page Forty-four P. M.—Plans abandoned. PATRONS Most Rev. Bishop Henry Althoff, D.D. i Very Rev. Sylvester P. Juergens, S.M., S.T.D., Provincial Superior Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph M. Mueller, President Very Rev. Msgr. M. J. Gruenewald, Chancellor Rev. Brother Eugene A. Paulin, S.M., Ph. D., Provincial Inspector Very Rev. Msgr. J. J. Fallon, Superintendent Very Rev. Dean William Hoff Very Rev. V. Goetz, O.M.I. Rev. F. A. Kaiser Rev. Francis A. Beykirch Rev. Louis F. Ell Rev. Joseph J. Orlet Rev. Joseph Lee, O.M.I. Rev. Joseph B. Stenger Rev. Elmer Holtgrave Rev. Edmund Schumacher Rev. E. J. Ratermann Rev. S. R. Freund Notre Dame Sisters— Cathedral Grade School Sisters St. Elizabeth Hospital Notre Dame Academy Mayor George Remnsnider Mrs. A. Griesedieck Mrs. F. E. Evans Dr. C. L. Martin Miss Sophia A. Ludwig Mr. and Mrs. Dominic J. Reinhardt Marie E. Minor Grace M. Schewe A Friend Melvin L. Kastel Dr. A. H. Beske Pace Forty-five PATRONS Lindauer and Lindauer John W. Courar Dr. and Mrs. N. H. Feder Stanley E. Sprague Judge and Mrs. Joseph E. Fleming John R. Schomber Belleville Supply Company Miller Tavern Gately ' s Walter Flannigen Daab Farm Implements A Friend Kaufmann ' s Market Amanda V. 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Tisch Monument Works Artistic Designers of Memorials Built With Modern Equipment BETTER SERVICE AT LESS COST Main Office: Third at “A Street Belleville, Illinois MC w Gasoline and Motor Oils Distributed By SERVICE OIL CO. INC. Phone 3046 3rd 6? “C Sts. Belleville, Ill. QUALITY FOOTWEAR Ohms Jung Shoe Co. 100 W. Main St. Belleville, Ill. PRESCRIPTIONS Carefully Compounded — at — Reis Drug Co. Phone 3013 Cor. Main 6? First Sts. Belleville, Ill. Compliments of Cordie Painting and Decorating Co. Phone 305 620 Forest Ave. Belleville, Ill. Page Sixty-four e. • X