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

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DONAHUE, JAMES PETER-St. Agnes-Predominately present in this young ambitious Irishman are the characteristics of a good student and athlete. Excelling in both curricular and social activ- ities, Jim hos become popular with his fellow students. His per- formance on the gridiron is no surprise to the many who know him. After a study of law at Notre Dame he intends to follow his father as prosecuting attorney. DOYLE, JAMES WILLIAMfBlessed Sacrament-Though not from the old South, still Jim possesses that same undisturbed manner and spacious deliberation characteristic of our southern neigh- bors. As a loyal Shamrock backer, no activity sponsored by C.C. was wanting of his welcome presence and staunch support. Even though not a prominent scholar or athlete, nevertheless .lim's stay here might well be termed a success. DRAPER, WILLIAM EARLfAnnunciation-The man with the curly red hair has amazed his professors by his invariably high marks, having been in the St. Basil's Club for two years. He pounds the piano with remarkable competence, and is an authority on popu- lar music. His yen for science probably explains his membership in the Physics Club. DRESDEN, WILLIAM ANTHONY-Visitation-Barn a natural mu- sician, Bill is recognized as the maestro of the keyboards, a mas- ter of the 88's. His popular interpretation of Jerome Kern and Freddie Slack seem to top the request list of his host of admirers. His musical knowledge and dexterity on the ivories have added to the success of Fr. Clemens' dramatical work. Bill's masterful touch may some day echo in the Musical Hall of Fame. 194 mi DUANE, JOHN WILLIAM-Precious Blood-A way with people, and a taste in clothes are counted by Johnny as his most emi- nent blessings. By his own admission, girls bulk large in his life, and he, presumably in theirs. His knack of making friends and conversation with equal ease will help him in his prospective dental practice. DUNK, NORBERT DAVIDfBlessed Sacrament- Norb is one of our smallest scholars. He offsets his shortness of stature by the generosity of his heart. Always ready to help anyone, he made many friends during his fours years' stay at Central. A deod-eye on the basketball floor, he has materially aided two intramural teams. ELMER, LAWRENCE JOHN-St. Clare-During four years Larry has been the criterion for the class of '47. First in scholastic achievement, crowding the top in extra-curricular enthusiasm, he is among his classmates a perfect addition to a friendly atmos- phere. In lending his talents to such tasks as editing the Sham- rock and writing for the Spectrum, besides playing baseball and intramural sports, he has exhibited an ability that will carry him far in the future. ERWIN, VINCENT THOMAS---St. Agnesf Last of the Erwin dy- nasty at Catholic Central, Vince has worthily upheld the family reputation. Although he came to us in the Tenth Grade from St. Agnes, he quickly entered the swing of things and became an eminent member of school society. After hours usually finds him playing his favorite sport, soft ball.

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CZARNY, EDWARD MICHAEL-Transfiguration-From a vantage point in I2-l, Ed dispensed his bits of wit and wisdom. Possess- ing excellent musical taste, he admires good iazz, dixieland pre- ferredp in addition he is a devotee of the modern dance. He ioined the Camera and Science clubs, no doubt prompted to the later by his liking for mathematics. DAVIS, FREEMAN CARY-St. Theresa-Freeman Free man Davis graduates a gentleman of leisure, headed towards a teach- ing chair in some yet unfounded institute of learning where the teacher will do his all towards bettering education. Freeman's contribution to C.C. is a four years' band service, clarineting all the while. DE BELISO, NICHOLAS LEO-Holy Rosary- Nick numbers him- self among the huge class of '47, but an unheard member whose activity is of the silent type. He did don the cleats and shoulder pads in the fall-and all year round did a neat iob on the books. A quick wit, a ready smile and a lot of willingness has mode him a class friend. DELANEY, JERARD EMMETT-Epiphany-A personality crammed with good nature has made Jerry a very popular senior. This member of both the Band and the Physics Club is also an out- standing student of the sciences and accomplished in the art of horsemanship. Already possessing his apprentice papers, Jerry is well on the way towards attaining his goal of full-fledged phar- macist. CULLEN, WILLIAM JAMES-Holy Rosary-Because of a friendly and generous nature, Bill has been adopted by all his classmates. For two years now, football has occupied his after-class hours, and the Varsity found his talent to their advantage. Scientifically inclined, he has applied himself here for a mechanical course in the future. CURRIE, THOMAS ARTHUR-St. Matthew-One of the artier members at the Catholic Central family, Tom delights in two cul- tural pursuits: classical music and dramatics. He can claim un- usual distinction in the latter category, having been for the last three years a member, and the make-up artist, of the Catholic Theater. Musically, he was ct member of our band for three years. lt is in this field that his vocational preference lies, since he aspires to be a concert musician and composer. CWIKLINSKI, LEON MICHAEL- Immaculate Conception-A coach's dream of the ideal athlete is materialized in the per- son of Chips. A rabid sport enthusiast and an ardent student are but two of the characteristics of this Centralite. His far- far-reaching abilities have probed into the realms of sports, study and society. In the classroom and around the campus his versa- tile antics and beaming countenance has made him a distin- guished classmate. CZARNECKI, ROBERT ANTHONY-St. Jude-The quiet concen- tration which he has exhibited in his study is one of Bob's most dominant characteristics. His favorite Summer sport is canoeing, and in the Winter he enioys tobogganing and skating, in all sea- sons he delights in long automobile iounts. Bob is, incidentally, Cl staunch member of the Physics Club. His further education will embrace the study of chemistry. eniow

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ESSLIN, FRANCIS LOUIS-Our Lady of Sorrows, Farmington-- Frank's educated toe, which has been put to such great advan- tage on the gridiron, and his ability on the basketball court, have drawn for him countless plaudits from a host of sport fans. This fame, however, left no ill effect upon his friend-winning disposi- tion, for Frank, or more intimately Waldo, always magnetizes with his beaming smile and engaging personality. He will further his education in college, with an accent on photography. FESSLER, PAUL RICHARD-Precious BloodPA tall, comely youth has been familiar for some time in the halls and chambers of our school. His name of course is Paul Fessler. The realm in which he has most distinguished himself is that of the skating rink, as a member of Fr. Cullen's hockey team. He enioys all sports, however, and is especially interested in building and fly- ing model airplanes. FITZGERALD, GEORGE ROBERT-St. Brigid-Making the most of his opportunities, large and laughter-loving Fitz has been unceas- ingly active in school affairs. He was a stalwart forward on the varsity football team: he was an intramural basketballery less formally, he hunts, hikes and bowls. He ioined the Physics, Cam- era and Dramatic clubs, in the latter he was one of the hard- working crew who hammered together the scenery. His ambition is a degree in Chemical Engineering. FLOWERS, DERVIN LEO-Epiphany-Having matched bruise for bruise with the taller boys, Blossom Flowers can proudly num- ber himself among Central's football heroes. ln addition to his Varsity football exploits, he played some noteworthy intramural basketball. His fine piano was a standout in Ron Friese's band. His maiden effort in the dramatic society was made in his Senior year, but he gave the excellent performance that everyone ex- pected. eniou FRIES, THOMAS JOHN-St. Gabriel-If the old saying, might makes right were true, Tom would be infallible. His Herculean effort on the gridiron gained for him an enviable reputation in football. This, however, is not the only place where Tom re- leases his vibrant spirit, for he is an active and popular figure wherever he goes. With this same aggressiveness he will con- tinue his education in college. FULLER, DONALD JOSEPH-Precious Blood-Don has com- pleted four years at Central and earns a well done. His fine qualities are already earning for him dividend returns. Golfing, baseball and swimming occupy his leisure time. An alert mind will direct Don's future toward a D.D.S. degree. FUNKE, DONALD PAUL-St. Elizabeth- Don , a midget in body but much bigger in brain, has four good years to his credit at C.C. A quintet member of four years basketball fun, and a lengthy period at the books complete his Central tenure. The varied field of engineering magnetizes him. GAGNON, WILLIAM LAWRENCE-St. Leo-Bill is a man of few words. However, his quiet nature has not iniured his school activ- ities, for he is an intramural basketball stalwart and a hardwork- ing member of the Physics Club. Bill intends to spend his life looking at sick molars, and with this in view he will enter the University of Detroit.