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

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KEl.l.Y, LEO JOSEPH-Gesu-Personal magnetism might best de- scribe diminutive Kell iudging from the number of friends he has attracted while at Shamrock High. Though he is the silent type, his presence is always felt and appreciated. With his in- terests centered in the field of iournalism, his future as a scoop sleuth promises to be interesting and successful. KIRK, JAMES HOWARD-Sf. Brigid-Modestly describing him- self as God's gift to the female sex. Jim admits of some pro- ficiency in the social pastimes. His skill extends to most sports, with emphasis on golf: and he has played some intromural bas- ketball. No doubt his esteem for the mathematical sciences have influenced his desire to become a Certified Public Accountant. KOSTELNICK, JOSEPH FRANCIS-Sf. Cyril and Mefftodius-lm dustrious and ambitious, Joe has always been mindful of the pri- mary obiective in his schooling, the attainment of a sound Catholic education. When not behind a drug counter, his social activities are covered by dancing and skating. Since hard work is one of the most revealing symptoms of success, the future will likely find him using his talents in a pharmaceutical laboratory. KOCZARA, ROBERT ALLEN--St. Thomas, Apostle-Bob is best known as the sentimental gentleman from Hamtramck. His com- pelling attraction for the opposite sex has more than filled his social calendar. Besides his extensive social pursuits, he played freshman football and other intramural sports. He will satisfy his scientific longing after a hitch in the Navy. eniow KRAEMER, RICHARD EDWARD-St. Matthew-Dick says a little, does a lot, and works hard to be that way. Though mild man- nered and quiet, still he has proven himself a capable student, and possesses a better than average appetite for Physics. With a natural inclination towards science and medicine, Dick feels himself best fitted for pharmaceutical future. KUDLA, NORBERT WALTER-Our Lady, Queen of Apostles-- Quick-witted and good natured Norb is a hit with the fellows as well as with the opposite sex. His athletic favorites are base- ball and basketball, while his social preferences include dancing and parties. His favorite subiect, bookkeeping, is a testimony of his future plans in the business world. KUSINSKI, ROY MICHAEL-St. Elizabeth-A prominent member of Catholic Central's Polish colony, Roy aspires to ioin the staff of some newspaper, either as a photographer or writer. His determination and stability certainly fit him to accomplish that end. Although he is an enthusiast for almost all sports, he abhors that of tennis. LABADIE, NORBERT EDWARD-Sf, Matthew-Soft spoken and unobtrusive, Bert has made his way through high school in a worthy manner. Teachers and students alike have observed the diligence shown toward his studies, and the results obtained in his marks. Bert plans to enter college in quest of a degree in engineering.

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HIER, DANIEL JAMES-Epiphany-Dan's traits of ambition and determination have manifested themselves in class as well as on the football field, and have sparked his four years at Central. The classroom and the gridiron were not the only outlets for his energy, for basketball and a vigorous outdoor life of hunting have shared his enthusiasm for sports. ln the years to come you will probably find Dan holding a long-sought position as an elec- trician. HIGLEY, ALLAN FRANCIS-St. Luke-Al is Catholic Central's prime personality boyp his glossy hair and Pepsodent smile send the opposite sex into ecstacies. Athletic activities at school were limited to Freshman football, though he does engage in bowling and hockey during off-campus hours. HITCHINGHAM, CARL JERRY-St. Gregory-From his first Fresh- man dreams Hitch aspired to be a member of the famed Sham- rock eleven. His Senior year finally saw the fulfillment of this desire as he donned the Blue and White iersey. Retiring and demure, his years at Central revealed his code of life, Success through attentive silence. When the routine of daily life be- comes tiresome Jerry can always be found refreshing his spirits in the pleasant delights of outdoor life. HUNTER, KENNETH DENOMY-Christ the King-Never happier than when hip-deep in auto parts, Ken is a youthful Ford. He's always ready to give others help, whether in matters mechanical or scholastic. His intramural athletic activities have included foot- ball, basketball, and boxing. Along with rebuilding old cars, his hobby is photography. Influenced by his mechanical leanings, Ken will go to Michigan State to study mechanical engineering. 194 7 JAZDZYK, EDMUND PETER---St. Thomas, Apostle-Eddie's chief interest is motion picture histronics, and his position as Assistant Chief of Service at the Fox Theater seems to determine some phase of the theater as his future profession. Although his schol- astic record ond knack for chemistry would suggest a contrary career as a teacher. Nevertheless, with his neat appearance, re- sourcefulness, and friendly disposition, Eddie is well equipped to carry on successfully in either field. JOSAITIS, DONALD JAMES-Epiphany- inquisitive is the word for Jose -and when not inquiring into the whatness and why- ness of things mechanical, he prefers to shoulder his 22 and a-hunting he goes. Other than this, Don, an amiable, person- able and accommodating person, does well scholasticolly, and adding up all these qualities-the product is in for some success. KEEGAN, THOMAS EARL-Epiphany-Tom doesn't say much, nor does he ever appear conspicuous, yet a truer companion or a more determined worker has never attended this school, as his friends will testify. Placid and retiring, he is inclined to close ties of friendship. Athletically, he played reserve football in 1945, academically, he has maintained consistently high standards. KANKA, ROBERT JOSEPH-St. Raymond-Bob's eyes always have that mischievous twinkle which indicates his longing for the bright side of life. Seldom at rest, his antics have provided hearty laughs to four sets of classmates. His going will deprive our halls of the sound of his merry laughter.

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I9-4 LEE, MARK OWEN-St. Luke-The face of Owen Lee should be familiar to those who frequent the school's dramatic productions, since he has starred in nearly every one since his Sophomore year, indeed, his chief interests are directed towards the movies and the legitimate theater. Owen is also an accomplished musi- cian, being especially skilled in the physics of music. ln this musical capacity he was a mainstay of the band, LEE, ROBERT EDWARD-Visitation-Bob has a southern drawl which matches the leisurely pace of his activity. The great extent of his potentialities was revealed when he won an award in the Adcraft Essay Contest. Such an accomplishment is proof of his worth, and a pledge of what he will achieve in later years. LYONS, DAVID FREDERICK-Visitation-Dove is blessed with everewelling good nature and a contagious smile. Golfing with- out a scorecard is his favorite Summer pastime. A four year honor student, he has demonstrated his ability to derive a certain pleasure from the intangible stuff called Mathematics, he is a pillar of Fr. McMahon's Physics Club. In the years to come he'll refresh our age with new ideas in mechanical engineering. MCIGDONALD, FRANCIS JOSEPH-St. CatherinesfQuiet, curly- headed Frank is the unobserved type of Central grad., but be- neath that quiet exterior a great deal of deep thought has helped to mature an all-around candidate for the business world of accounting in later years. LARK, LAWRENCE JOHN-Gesu-This gregarious believer in good fellowship has continually panicked the class with bits of droll humor. Larry has on and off belonged to the Spectrum staff in preparation for the vocation of author and iournalist, for which his talents in the fields of English and Literature have suited him. Books and bookmen alike are well-konwn by him, though he has not neglected the amusements of basketball and bowling. He plans to enter the doors of U. of D. after graduation. LASECKI, JAMES JOSEPH-St. Rita- Jumbo is the third edi- tion of Laseckis published by Central. His diminutiveness did not prevent him from numbering himself among the Varsity Shamrocks, where his little presence on the gridiron was felt mightily. Active also in intramural sports, Jim's plans for the immediate future are still in the offering. LEAVY, JOHN JOSEPH-GesueJack has always been an earnest partaker in school activities, on the basketball court, on the ball field and in the classroom, he always seeks to do his best. No slacker in the social whirl, he often finds recreation in trip- ping the heavy fantastic. He enjoys himself most, however, when whining down the ice in pursuit of a puck. Study at the Uni- versity of Detroit will fit him to be an engineer. LBBAY, JAMES RILEY!-Visitation-A perpetual grin and good nature to match are Smiley's notable virtues. This unvarying warmth has won the strong and appreciative friendship of his fellow students. Jim has conducted himself well in all his studies. A keen lover of the mathematical sciences, he tends towards a career in electrical engineering.