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

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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.

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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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I COONEY, WILLIAM JOHNfGesu-Typical of the student body of Catholic Central is affable Bill Cooney. Not particularly dis- tinguished in any one field, he is industrious and energetic. and gives equal attention to all his many interests. He enioys most sports, showing particular favor to bowling, ice skating ond foot- ball. Uncertain as to his future. he hopes it will involve a mini- mum of English and a maximum of science. COTE, JOSEPH BERNARD-Blessed Sacrament-Possessing much of that indefinable, intangible stuff that makes a man person- able, Bob is a welcome and refreshing addition to any group, anywhere. His particular fondness for outdoor life reveals his athletic tendencies and restless spirit. Equipped with a disarm- ing smile and keenness of perception which has made numerous friends, he will contribute his share in prolonging the Ford dynasty in your future. COYLE, GERALD ROBERTABlessed Sacrament --.lerry's warm, friendly smile and sparkling personality captured for him the exclusive title of Senior President. Although his scholastic and athletic activities demand most of his time, he manages to squeeze in a few licks on his clarinet and spin some of his favorite iazz records. He hopes to follow in his father's footsteps in the field of dentistry. CRANDON, JERRY GEORGE-St. John Berchman's'As he fol- lowed his academic course through four years at Central, Jerry attracted the admiration of his more frenetic friends for his abil- ity to take life as it comes, and remain unperturbed in the face of any happening, good or bad. Reserved but friendly, slow but thorough, he will work in the unromantic but financially reward- ing field of lithography. 94 CHATEL, GEORGE ARTHUR-St. Brigid-Heavily built, with an easily provoked and lingering smile, George has returned to school after an enforced absence of some eighteen months in Uncle Sam's Naval forces. He threw his weight around with the varsity football team for a season, and played intramural basket- ball. On leaving Central he will, after a period of training, enter the printing trade. CLINCH, MYLES CHRlS'I'OPHEReMoclonna-Central finds no more loyal supporter than Myles Clinch. He occupied a front seat at all the athletic events and all the plays. His interest in sports is not restricted to watching, however, and he participates actively in football, baseball, and bowling. After leaving he prob- ably will take up a career in industry. CONDER, EDWARD JAMESfSt. Agnes-His enthusiasm coupled with his carefree spirit has won cheerful Ed many friends. This lover of the great outdoors also took a successful try at boxing and football. His marks in passing years show the effects of his prowess in the literary line. Ed will achieve his boyhood ambi- tion when he completes a study of forestry at Michigan State College. COOK, EDWIN THOMAS-Sf. Matthew--A carefree and fun- loving nature has made 'Cookie the social boy of the Senior Class, and won for him the friendship of many Centralites, as well as the strong admiration of the opposite sex. A great out- door man and a lover of nature, we find Ed each year in the woods of the Upper Peninsula, This dreary world will welcome the sparkle of Ed's convivial nature.