Catholic Central High School - Shamrock Yearbook (Detroit, MI)

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beniow . . . Fw l x 1 x , f NEIL JOSEPH MlGANvSt. Matthew-Neil is a man about town. His little black book abounds with the names of maidens from East Detroit to Ecorse. If we were to say that his handsome features alone were responsible for his popu- larity, we would do him a grave iniustice, since most of his friends are won over by his ingenuous nature. His desire to study engineering will be temporarily interrupted by the call of the Navy. JOSEPH ANTHONY MlGI.lO-St. Brigid-lt is un fait accompli that when Joe steps far behind the line of scrimmage and draws back his arm, the crowd is about to witness a spec- tacular pass play. For Joe almost unfailingly carries out his part of the Miglia-Wightkin clique. The transition to his life's work will not be difficult, since he will turn from throwing aerials ta making them in a college radio course. PETER DAVID MILLS-Visitation-The daring young man an the flying trapeze had nothing on Pete. A member of the Civil Air Patrol, he has oftentimes tried his hand at flying. A consistent member of the Camera Club in his first two years, his iob with a drug company prevented him from continuing. Having this experience at his fingertips a course in pharmacy will be merely a matter of review. EMMET JOHN MORRISSEY-St. Luke-Almost as well known as Mr. Ford himself, any mention of Mr. Morrissey would be incomplete without a word about the various automobiles of which he has been the owner during his life at Central. He has yet to arrive here in a car retaining all of its fenders, running boards, windows and other accessories. Even with his redundant mechanical talents, to be an accountant is his aim. THOMAS JOHN MULLIGAN-St. Gregory-With a keen, in- quisitive personality Tom finds it no trouble at all to ferret out the amazing secrets of science. Whether in class or out, he carries on a constant search for those facts which will aid him in his career as a chemical engineer. If all goes well, next tall should find him on his way to Annapolis, armed with an A average. RICHARD JAMES MURPHY-Precious Blood-A softball player of great repute and an avid amateur photographer, Dick demurely describes himself as a wolf. His ability to derive a certain aesthetic pleasure from the sciences and that vague intangible stuff called mathematics is demonstrated by his record as a pillar of the Science Club. The Murphy-Petrini free medical clinic, now in the planning, will hold to the loftiest possible standards with this embryonic Mayo at the controls.

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. . . fbeniow HOWARD IGNATIUS MCDOUGALL - Gesu - Like an unre- strained comet shooting out of space, Mac glides across the silvery ice with the poise of a stag ond the complacence of an acrobat. The pride of Central and the envy of lmmaculata, he has established himself among skating circles as The Wizard on Winged Feet . Perhaps when the Ice Follies of T949 perform at the Olympia, the symetric figure with Sonia Henie may be our own Mac. ROBERT JOSEPH MCKEON-St. Francis de Sales-The gurgling of a woodland stream, the song of the casting rod and the general enchantment of outdoor life sound a responsive note in a sportsman's heart. No truer one than Bob can be found. On his father's farm he has distinguished himself as a marksman and an angler. Moreover, with his spirit of fair play and profuse knowledge he can do much to oust selfishness from human relations. GERARD CLEMENT MCLAUGHLIN--Precious Blood-Prominent, physically as well as socially, at any event that requires the zest of youth to enliven it, Mac is the Mister Five-by-tive of Central . His robust figure is an asset to him, for it generally results that such a person is iolly and iocose. Should he be able to overcome the tremendous force of universal gravita- tion, his services will be welcomed as an airlines pilot. WILLIAM BERNARD McNANNEY-St. Anthony-An ardent od- mirer of the famous Greek orator, Demosthenes, Bernard, our own silver-tongued rhetorician very eloquently expounds the foremost problems of the land. It logically follows that his dramatic ability varies directly as his powers of oratory. In his leisure hours, since he has his pilot's license, the sound of throbbing motors and the secure feeling of the stick in his grasp lure him to the heavens. RALPH BENEDICT MEISTER-St. John the Evangelist-Ralph has spent four fruitful years of study under the direction of the Basilian Fathers. Rarely has Central produced anything for which he has not done his utmost to assure success. He enioys sports and has a fondness for Spanish and religion. After graduation Ralph will ioin the Maritime Service with the intention of continuing on even after the war, making it his career. GABRIEL PETER MIGALA-St. Joachim-Be it athletics, school- work, or music, Gabe is always hovering near the top. Books, books and more books line the shelves of his room, far he prizes literary gems above all things in the realm of culture. Using this as a standard, we can only vision success for this popular, hard-working fellow. We feel sure that he will realize his fondest hope as Gabriel Migala, M.D.

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MICHAEL EDWARD NADER-St. Dominic-Petit Mike has been adopted by his older brothers . In classes, however, even though he is the youngest graduate, he has put many of these older brothers to shame as an actor, writer and bibliophile. Armed with a ready smile, a genial personality and his experience as business manager of the Shamrock, he hopes to tackle a promising career in commerce. RICHARD FREER NOWAK-Epiphanyv Miss Nowak was one of the five gorgeous maidens who melted the hearts of our soldiers, sailors and marines in Stage Door Canteen. Perhaps the best reason for his adaptation to the part is his iovial, frivolous nature. In the serious moments, however, Dick's bent for the sciences place him high on the list of Central students who will someday teach all nations . HOWARD ANDREW NOWLAN-Epiphany-By no means a petty pugilist, Howard has for two years trodden the canvas of Father French's gym with unfaltering courage. Although his valiant attempts were unrewarded with huge success, nevertheless, he has developed a spirit of sportsmanship and perseverance that surpasses by far all material gain. An honor student of four years, the future will find him pursuing the stork to many American homes. MICHAEL LEO O'CONNOR-Precious Blood-Laboring under the principle that school is a medium for success, Mike was a member of the Camera Club and played the clarinet in the band. Being a sportsman, he has spent ci great deal of time away from school hunting, fishing and hiking. Since chemistry is his favorite subiect, Mike intends to adopt medi- cine as his key to unlimited success. RlCHARD PHILLIPS O'CONNOR-St. Matthew-A subtle wit and a perpetual smile, that are characteristic of any true Irishman, are qualities possessed by Dick which most of his friends take for granted. Bowling, swimming and dancing all have their desired effect of providing him with recreation. His penchant for chemistry and mathematics cause him to aspire to a career that will rank him with such scientific greats as Archimedes and Lavoisier. JOHN JOSEPH O'DONNELL-Christ the King-If we can con- sider popularity as a norm for success, then we can honestly say that Jack will rise to unrestrained heights. Besides, having played freshmen football and intramural basketball, he indulges in two advantageous hobbies, photography and radio. When he is not experimenting with a radio set, he is consulting technical books on the subiect. Any way that you look at it, Jack will find a foolproof plan for success. . . beniou '. s-. x V. . :fi 'fi' :ia -sf :val 85.2.1 Q V.. ff . . .,... V AR! . .rg-K -