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

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ASTON, JAMES DOUGALLASL Luke-Jim has earned a reputa- tion for his loyalty and friendliness at Catholic Central, and is blessed with a ready smile. He has entered into school activities by playing in the Band and as a member of the Science and Camera Clubs. Jim has also shown his skill on the basketball court while playing in the intramural league for four years. A course in Commerce and Finance at the University of Detroit will prepare him for a business career in later life. BABINGTON, ROBERT DANIEL-St. Gregory-Bob has, by rea- son of his effervescent gaiety, made himself one of the best known members of the senior class. His brief stature did not pre- vent him from playing Freshman football and intramural basket- ball, nor from boxing intramurally. He wore out several pair of shoes during his tramps in the interests of the Shamrock business staff. BARSON, ROBERT CHARl.ES-St. Benedict--As friendly as he is large is a tribute to Big Bob. As a stalwart defender on the Shamrock line he acquired much renown both for himself and the famed eleven. All-city and All-State nomination gives some testimony of Bob's tremendous football ability. This experience should help Bob succeed in the business world of the future. BECKER, JULIUS ADRIAN-Blessed Sacrament-Equally skillful at both piano and organ, Beck is so confident of his musical ability that he plans to rely on it for his livelihood. He shares with many others an admiration of the composer George Gershwin, and with an equal number the hobby of stamp collecting. Avidly inter- ested in all sports, he tends towards baseball and hockey. 194 BELYEA, GEORGE ARTHUR-Blessed Sacrament- Never a dull moment was a phrase coined to fit what George means for any group. Worry is one word he has never learned and con- sequently he is a welcome addition to his host of friends. After school work prevented him from being more active at Central. He will use his own line in the sales line after graduation. BENNETT, ROBERT A.-St. Cecilia-A power of trenchant retort, a liking for companionship, and consistent amiability have en- deared him to a large wedge of C.C.H.'s population. He has played intramural basketball for three years, and finds additional amusement in bowling and dancing. He'll go to Michigan State to become a Forest Conservation Officer, BRAND, THOMAS WILLIAM-St. Gregory-Enticed by the pros- pect of easy money, Tam left school in 1943 to work in the avia- tion industry. When the war was over, he re-entered Central to finish his education. He will spend his time in the future per- suading the public that Chesterfields satisfy. BRENNAN, THOMAS EMMETT-Epiphany-The Vice-President of the Senior Class is probably quicker on the verbal trigger than any of his constituents. The fields of oratory and dramatics have seldom possessed a man of greater eloquence, the basketball court has rarely seen the like of his sparkling antics. A course in Law at U. of D. will put his recognized forensic ability to work.

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ADAMS, JOHN QUINCY-St. Catherine-John's height, swarthi- ness and taciturnity gave him the nickname Indian , his power- ful frame and athletic prowess won him a place on the Varsity football squad. Interested in science, he has constructed motor boots for himself and has given quite a bit of attention to radio. He has chosen aeronautics as his life's work. AGACINSKI, THADDEUS LEONARD-St Thomas the ApostleA Ted is one of the school's most deft bowlers, and the 'ne plus ultra' of her cultured savants, as his daily visit to the library, active interest in music, and his Avaverage will bear out. When not consulting Webster or rolling the ball down the alley, he can be found defending in heated argument the merits of De- troit's own Red Wings. Although English is his favorite subject, Ted is at present aiming ot a future in chemistry. ANSTETT, CHARLES JOSEPH-St. Luke-Although he is always unassuming, Chuck is universally well-liked by those who know him. He is a devotee of hockey and baseball, and sometimes takes a whirl at the harmonica. With another instrument, the clarinet, he tooted earnestly for two years in the band. As a commercial artist, he hopes to turn his ability in drawing to his financial benefit. ASHER, JAMES JOHN - Visitation - Kindness, thoughtfulness, friendliness and loyalty were some of the splendid virtues which Jim developed during his past four years at C.C.H. As an honor student, Jim has found his way into the University of Detroit where he will study iournalism. His favorite sport is swimming, and his favorite pastime dancing. His quick wit and easy going has won him many lasting friends. CLASS OFFICERS iLeft to Rightl BRUNO J. SINKUS, Treasurer GERALD R. COYLE: President JAMES W. MADIGAN, Secretary THOMAS E. BRENNAN, Vice-President eniou

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BRISKEY, RONALD JOHN-St, Thomas, Apostle--Music lover, social light and athlete, all mingle in the intriguing personality of Mr. B. ln ninth grade he played intramural basketball, and baseball during his iunior year, in addition to being an atten- tive spectator at all sporting events, Visitors to the corner drug- store in a few years will find him behind the counter as a gradu- ate pharmacist. BURNSIDE, RICHARD HANLON-Gesu-Size is important in most athletes, but Dick dispensed with his to put his prowess to work on the basketball court in the Blood n' Thunder conflicts where more times than not his littleness was felt. He flashes a pleasantness at all times, which is a gift to any man. The out- doors fascinate him and a proposed study of forestry at State seem to indicate he will follow his fascination literally. BURRESS, ROBERT EMMETTeGesu-Always to be found at any and every social function both in and out of school, Bob has made his reputation as Catholic Central's most eligible bachelor. Golf, swimming, and boxing share his attention also. His liking for physics and science in general is one reason why he has chosen to become an engineer. CAMPBELL, EDWARD EUGENE-Christ the King-It's often been said that in High School we meet friends we would like to keep all our lives. Ed is one of these. He plays baseball with the De- troit Baseball Federationg and here at school he boxed and played intramural football and basketball. After graduation he will devote himself to the preservation of Michigan's resources as a conservation omcer. eniou CANFIELD, JAMES EDWARD-Visitation-Jimmy's unbounded vim is evidenced by the extent of his interests, which include music, the graphic arts, dramatics, and writing for the Spectrum. He became a member of the Band in his Sophomore year, and all those who saw Angel Street last year can attest to the excel- lence of his acting. CARNEY, JOHN MICHAEL-Precious Blood'-All of John's ex- ploits at Catholic Central have proved him to be a man of com- plete self-sufficience, and one whose determined decisions are seldom altered. His physical capabilities are apparent in his success in three years of varsity hockey. CASEY, ROBERT HENRY-St. John, the Baptist-Bob, an import from the Hall of the Divine Child, continued the l.H.M. training by making the Honor Roll in his frosh and soph years. Chemistry proved attractive to him while here. His enthusiasm for riding and the hunt occupy his leisure time. CHAPPER, MARTIN FRANCIS-Visitation--During the last four years Marty has made his name a synonym for brillance, wit, in- genuity and dependability. Although he is active in practically every school function, his enviable record as a Gabriel Richard Club member, and his resourcefulness among the silent cast of backstage artists are his outstanding achievements. Unusually skill- ful in science and mathematics, Marty hopes to be a Mechanical Engineer.