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

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NAPIERKOWSKI, EDWARD PETER-Blessed Sacrament-Take the words-congenial, smiling, taciturn, neat, conscientious, gifted and sincere, and you have a recipe for Nap. Such ingredients as these have made it possible for Ed to do all things well in and around Shamrock High both scholastically and in lending his presence to things dramatic and scientific. His talents are headed towards the University of Toronto for an engineering course. NELSON, JOHN ALVIN-Blessed Sacrament-Another suburban- ite lfrom Highland Parkl is John Nelson. Anything remotely re- sembling sport arouses Sam's interest, this no doubt account- ing for his love of football, baseball, tennis, hockey and basket- ball. ln tenth grade he was on the hockey team. Automobiles, whether new or old, are another of his hobbies. He was a mem- ber of the Physics Club, and was elected mission representative for his room. NOETZEL, LOUIS SYLVESTERYSL Gregoryf-Reticence towers above all else in Louis, a familiar figure among the test tubes. His popularity among fellow-students is assured and his leader- ship in the realm of science is unquestioned. Although he takes an active interest in music, Architectural Engineering is plainly has a career had a more promising prospect than this ambitious aspirant toward fame. ,. S NYNIBERG, JEROME HENRY-Precious Blood--Vivacious and so- ciable, Jerry is recognized as an impeccable dresser and one of the more active socialites around the campus. Basketball, football and baseball all entered into his life at Central although he did not further them to Varsity positions. President of the Physics Club and member of the Student Council, Jerry plans to enter the engineering field. 1947 OLES, DANIEL THOMAS-Epiphany'-Aggressive yet friendly, Danny's likeable characteristics have given him four pleasant years at Central. As a devoted n1ember of the Physics Club he displayed his scholastic talentp in addition, Danny exercised his athletic abilities in both football and baseball. His attable nature and strong regard for smooth music have gained for him much social prominence. A course in Physical Education attracts him. O'NlALLY, JEROME JOHN-St. Alphonsus, Dearborn-Glib of tongue, there is never a dull moment in any group where Jerry is present. Striving to gain a background for his future, he has been quite busy with his duties in the J. L. Hudson Co. and as a member of the Marine Reserve Corps. Horseback riding and dancing rounds out the rest of the schedule which has kept Jerry busy for four years. ORLEMAN, GEORGE ANTI'IONYAMadonna-Bud has made many friends while he has been at C.C. His presence in the classroom has never for a moment gone unobserved. Because of his work after school, he was never able to ioin any of the varied teams, even though he is an all-around athlete. His choice of a life's work has not as yet been made. OWENS, LEWIS DANIEL-Sf. Brigid-ln Louie we can see a quiet, sober type of fellow, and yet on the other side of his personality we perceive a keen wit and a great imagination. ln the line of extra-curricular activities basketball and a year on Fr. Martin's Reserve Eleven helped fill what little leisure time he had. Tomorrow will find him seeking election in the world of politics.

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McNEII., RAMON RUSSEl.I.fSt. Scholasfica-Cheerful yet sin- cere, friendly yet unobtrusive, Mac has always been a faithful supporter of Shamrock doings wherever they occurred. The an- cient art of fishing tops his list of hobbies and fills in the Summer months. An atomic world seems to beckon him, for although at ease with any subiect, Ray takes particular interest in the sciences. His persevering nature along with his other qualities almost as- sures his success as a research chemist. MINER, DONALD GEORGE-St, Brigid-Don is a perennial clown and one of the most tireless iesters of the Senior class. Sports, classroom, and a local fish market all partake of his boundless enthusiasm. He has played intramural football, and holds mem- bership in the Camera and Glee clubs. Genial, iaunty and iocu- lar Don will never lack friends, and his wit will see to it that they do not lack laughter. MINAR, JOHN JEROME-St. Brigid-A steady hand and the ability to remain calm and cool in any situation have gained for Jack the title of Master hunter. His quiet good-natured ways, together with his continual application in studies have brought him considerable recognition. Jack absorbs a great deal of knowl- edge ond enjoyment out of portraying his personal sentiments in writing, His future seems to indicate a course in chemical engineering. MOYNAHAN, JOSEPH TIMOTHY-Epiphany-Joe is a quiet, friendly sort of a person. Although his size has kept him out of the athletic department, he has made up for this by hard work in the band and in the classroom. Joe has shown himself to be a boy of good character, high morals, truly worthy to be called a member of Catholic Central High. eniofzd MUELLER, ROGER PAUL-Christ the King- Rag is a tall, good- looking fellow with a ready smile and a wit to match. His ex- cellence in golf and social demeanor is equalled only by his ease in getting along with people. Under the affectionate guid- ance of Fr. Kelly Rog has been spurred to new heights in Latin, After a temporary stop at West Point he plans to satisfy his lifelong ambition in the field of aviation. MULLALLY, JOHN VINCENT-St. Benedict-Each passing year has only served to impress upon those who knew him that Jack must have been born with that ever ready smile and easy-going manners. These qualities added to twelve years of Catholic education will greatly enhance his chances for success in his future occupation, at present he leans towards medicine, while bowling, basketball and baseball satisfy his sporting interests. MURRAY, JOHN CLIFFORD-Visitation-Jack is the material out of which the very backbone of the school is formed. He has engaged creditably in the athletic and musical activities of Catholic Central, he has been on the honor roll during all of his four years. Although his vocation is undecided, he plans to follow one which will enable him to benefit from his skill in and liking for mathematics. MURRAY, THOMAS PATRICK-St. Luke's- Pat's interests run the gamust from music, mechanics, and motors to just puttering around . But music must be his first love, since he is not only one of the mainstays of the band but also plays in a dance orchestra. Pat intends to make a future of mechanical engi- neering for which purpose he hopes to enter the General Motors Institute at Flint.

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PORETTTA, FRANCIS SAMUEL--St. Luke -When it comes to dra- matics Frank possesses that old masterful know how, and for the past three years the stage has been his second home. His unselfish sincerity and knack for making and keeping friends have made his high school days stand out. His versatility in intramurals and dramatics is matched only by his classroom endeavor. A suc- cessful past will only be overshadowed by a brilliant future in medical surgery. POWEl.l., ROBERT JOHNSTON-St. Matthew-A friendly smile or a hardy laugh typify iovial Bob, a popular figure around Cen- tral's halls. Unless his mechanical genius is devoted to some old car, you will always find him neatly dressed and well-mannered. Bob is an ardent supporter of the Fighting Shamrocks, whether they are playing on the gridiron, the court or the diamond. To keep the medical profession in the family, Bob plans to attend Wayne University next Fall. PUZIO, THADDEUS ALEXANDER--St. Stanislaus-Never out of step and always dependable, Ted has pounded vigorously for four years in the band section of the band. Being one of Arthur Murray's most promising pupils, he naturally enioys dancing, but he is also an admirer of the great outdoors. His high marks in physics and chemistry have proved his skill in those sciences, he plans to pursue them as a career. RANGER, EDWARD MCDONALD-AnnunciationfFar-famed as a cheer-leader and an accomplished actor, Ned is recognized as an eminent member of the student body. His theatrical talents have revealed themselves in five dramatical productions. His prominence on the Spectrum and Shamrock staffs exemplify his extensive and ambitious nature. In society Ned is a noted con- noisseur of smooth and hot dance bands. OWSIANY, THADDEUS STANLEY-Transtiguration-Ted iThe Bodyi has loaned his torso to our Varsity grid squad, and furth- ered that activity with his drive. Study, too, has had its part in Ted's program, placing him on the Honor Roll for several years. His blueprint calls for a Business and Finance course prior to a planned enterprise. PARROTT, CHARlES EDWIN-St. Luke--Atfable, fun -loving Chuck is well known for his attainments in intramural basketball, but his particular interest in science has prompted him to study it more extensively in the Physics Club. He always keeps his fingers busy, either as one of the Spectrum's hard-working typists or as a piano keyboard addict. These factors will be invaluable to him as he faces a future career in medicine. PARUSZKIEWICZ, JOSEPH MARTIN---St. Alberfus-With his vast mental capacity and keen mind, Joe has enlarged his intel- lectual status during four hard working years at Catholic Cen- tral, maintaining the while a high standing in his class. When not mentally pressed, he pursues the out-door pleasures of hunt- ing and fishing, in the classroom he enioys most that period when Pascal's principal and Newton's laws are expounded. PLOE, EDWARD JAMES-St. Matthew-Dynamic in the field of sports and capable in the realm of studies, Ed has proved him- self a true Centralite, For the past two years he has sparked the formidable Central line as guard. With his subtle wit and delightful personality, he has acquired a host of friends. Un- certain, as yet, of his future work, with his personal traits he should feel quite confident. eniow