DeSales High School - Salesian Yearbook (Geneva, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1953 volume:

THE SENIOR CLASS of DeSales High School Geneva, New York presents THE 1953 SALESIAN MARY ANN HANDLAN NANCY GILUS Co-editors. SHEILA DONAHUE BARBARA LYNCH MARIE PLACITO RITA SHIRLEY ROSA SPILLANE Associate Editors. ELIZABETH STAPLETON Business Manager. DEDICATION FRIENDSHIP is something to be sought, to be loved, and to be kept alive by kind thoughts and deeds. No one who ever knew Polly was without a friend. She was one of us, the Class of '53, and it was not unusual to see her strolling toward Isenman's on a sunny afternoon after school, to see her surrounded by a group of friends, laughing and talking, or to hear her exclaim excitedly about that wonderful football game, the new hat or pretty coat, and that extra special formal. She attended Mass and received Holy Communion as often as her health allowed and expressed her love of God in her every thought, word and action. Now, while not physically present, she still walks, unseen, through the halls of De Sales. God called His little girl home, but we have not lost a friend. On the contrary, Polly is now a better friend than ever, a friend whose influ- ence lends a helping hand in all our trials and difficulties, a friend who sees us and hears our prayers, a friend who can talk to God for us and a friend who knows and loves us all. To Polly Monaco then, an unforgettable classmate, we dedicate this, our nineteen hundred and fifty-three Salesimi. 1 4 ] FOREWORD UnITED as members of the Mystical Body of Jesus Christ as well as by com- mon learnings, common ideals and com- mon aspirations, we are striving for holi- ness by doing all our actions for the honor and glory of God. Unity, Sanctity, Action bind the pages of our Salesian together. i s ] An Auspicious Beginning Happy are the seniors our Bishop smiles on. (Left to right) Sheila Donahue, Con- nie Sears. Bishop Kearney, Robert Linehan, Lucy Liberatore and Michael DeRaddo. CONTENTS Page Dedication.........................4 Foreword ----- 5 Administration and Faculty - 8-15 In Memoriam - - - - 16 Seniors ----- 17-35 Underclassmen and Curriculum 38-60 Activities.....................61-85 [ 6 i Patrons 86-88 Holy Father, in union with Mary, we offer Jesus to You, and we offer ourselves with llim, with all His intentions and in the name of all llis creatures. ___________________________________________________171__________________________________________________ The Most Reverend James E. Kearney, D.D. Bishop of Rochester THE CLASS OF 1953 wishes to extend its most heartfelt congratulations to you, Bishop Kearney, on your jubilee. Through the years, by your teachings you have helped to build up and strengthen in us a Catholic attitude toward the problems which we face. You have shown us the abundant sources of sanctity in daily Mass and Holy Communion. You have exhorted us to take Christ with us into our daily studies, work, play, sanctifying them by a pure intention For pointing out to us the means to attain unity, sanctity and action we are most grateful to Your Excellency. [ 8 ] Meeting father ball, the pastor of St. Francis de Sales parish, one is especially impressed by his magnetic per- sonality and warm sense of humor. We who have experi- enced his kindly concern about us in the grades are convinced of his present interest in our welfare. Through his instruc- tions he has always tried to turn our thoughts and desires toward holiness in our every- day lives. We have appreciated his efforts for us. Now that we are nearing graduation, we ask his blessing and his continued interest. Monsignor mahoney, our diocesan Superintend- ent of Schools, by his wise di- rections has kept us alerted to the needs of the time. In com- plying with his requests we hope we have come closer to our goal. 1 9 1 THIS YEAR, the Class of 1953 says the last good-bye to Father Nolan as principal of De Sales. It is hard for us to imagine the school without him. In the past four years, we have come to know Father Nolan as our teacher, counselor and above all as our friend. We felt secure know- ing our problems and plans were in such capable hands. We are leaving De Sales, but it would be most selfish of us not to feel sad at the thought that Father Nolan will no longer be principal. Because we have enjoyed his under- standing and able guidance, we know how much De Sales will miss him. But we rejoice with him for the honor bestowed upon him. We may feel very sure that as pastor of St. Stephen's, Father Nolan will never lose interest in the high school where for many years he played so vital a part. We wish Father Nolan every success in his new position and as we ask God to bless him, we add a little thank-you that we were so fortunate as to have him for our principal. I 10 1 Reverend John V. Loughlin ASSISTANT PASTORS AT ST. FRANCIS DE SALES leading and directing us to unity, sanctity, action. Reverend Donald E. Lux ASSISTANT PASTORS AT ST. STEPHEN'S instructing and guiding us to unity, sanctity, action. Sr. Bernard General Science Biology- Chemistry Moderator Room 7 Sr. dementia Library English II Religion III Moderator Room 14 Library Club Moderator Sr. Consilia English I Religion II Moderator Room 9 Sr. Aquilina Typing Office Practice Sr. Florentine Elementary Algebra Intermediate Algebra Retailing Geometry Moderator Room 5 Sodality Moderator [ 13 ] Sr Jeroxnita Latin I, II Business Arithmetic Social Studies 9 Moderator Room 8 Sodality Moderator Sr. Francis Leona Social Studies 10 Religion II Bookkeeping Secretary Sr. Francis Cecilia Social Studies 9 French I. II, III Religion I Moderator Room 4 Sr. Leo Xavier Social Studies 9, 11 Latin I Religion I Moderator Room 6 Sr. Rosemary Spanish I, II, III I. T. B. Religion III Moderator Room 13 [ 14 1 Mr. Dilts Physical Education Business Law Drivers' Training Dorothy Ross, R.D.H. Registered dental hygienist for the Geneva Schools Sr. Rose Eileen English III, IV Religion I Moderator Room I THE FACULTY has played the most important part in bringing unity, sanctity and action to De Sales. Their interest in our work has been a source of much encouragement and an add- ed incentive for doing our best. They have shown us how to lead model Catholic lives by their daily example both in and outside of the classroom. In all of our activities, they have been exceedingly generous with their time and energy. Our four years in high school have been made richer and happier because of their constant thought for our welfare. We can only hope that our appreciation for all that they have done will be shown by our lives. I 15 ] WITH THE DEATH OF MONSIGNOR McPADDEN the people of the city of Geneva lost the little man so dear to their hearts, and the students and faculty of De Sales High School lost one of the truest friends they will ever have. In his kindly way he watched his children grow through the years and he nurtured in th?ir souls the seeds of faith. His fondest dream, a new high school and gymnasium, was at last realized, and every day when his health al- lowed, he was seen strolling leisurely back and forth, viewing the masonry, questioning the busy workmen and smiling a friendly greeting to the students as they went home from school. His people will ever cherish the picture he left behind, that of a little man humbly kneeling in a dimly lighted, obscure comer of the Church with a rosary quietly slipping through his fingers, praying to the Mother of God to watch over his parish and school. Senior Class Officers (Individual pictures, reading from upper left to right) Thomas McAvoy, president; Rita Shirley, vice-presi- dent; Joan Stasko, secretary; John Quigley, treasurer. Isn't it a beauty? asks Mary Treeter of (left to right) Teresa Gringeri, Rosa Spillane, Vincent Ficcaglia and Mary Liberatore, as she proudly displays her class ring. t 17 ] Ronald 5°£ chan, fsser _ 'nt!,u albert ® Humbe remittees 3 football 4 'Urr 9 to g fUtur oioner ,Ust Scar [ 18 ] versutiU he has grown II y — dependable a noise maker. MARY ELAINE CARRAGHER 58 Wayne Street Glee Club 2. 3 May Attendant 1 Yearbook Production 4 A pretty girl is like likeable personality - bus — Peter JAMES DEANE 105 North Street Sodality 2. 3 Committees 3, ■ Glee Club 2. 3 Library Club 2 MICHAEL DeRADDO 28 Jackson Street Committees 2, 3, 4 VINCENT FICCAGLIA 59 Wadsworth Street Sodality 1, 2, 3 Committees 1, 2. 3, 4 Our typist — goes hunting every chance he gets — will always have friends — future businessman. GRINGERi Sr Street S°daliiy 2, „'ce'Presid( ;on� nii(.es aarboat St, •Jnncin, ,a9Ketit ' toy history,f e ybody-s t h an. w HANDUn 'ney Street ’ a Club usician MARY LOUISE KAN! 31 Jetlerson Avenue From AUendant Cheerleader 2. ■ SodaWY 2- 3' J Glee Club 1.2. attendi aluHtyt lady- THOMAS KIRK 289 Lafayette Avenue Band 4 Prom Committee 3 Intramurais 3 CAROL KERW1N 12 Goodelle Terrace Committees 3. 4 Yearbook Production 4 VINCENT LA HR 11 Nor h Main Stre iunit Committees MARY LIBERATORE Lyceum Street SodaJity 1,2. 3, 4 May Day Attendant 3 Glee Club 2. 3 Yearbook Production 4 Jy — dh„- timer-, pride and Sodality 1. 3. 4 Committees 3. Yearbook Product.on LUCY LIBERATORE 36 Canal Street Library Club 2, 3 Sodality 2 Yearbook Production Committees 3, 4 'nquisiHvet — thine, at Schine hule lady with bright ideas - 9retu an inch. BARBARA LYNCH 720 South Main Barbara' Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 2. 3 Library Club 2 Associate Editor 4 McHALE a,n Street °m” iUees 3 ''■owurok 3 luiet „ ard'� ‘ Poo se n but Tom Sssr- - Football Marian- r Wo j a ,0 tw wi f you� 9 mart. Commixes nice CWb 2 allergic ■ scient”' .palmerton witty MARY NAILOS 28 Kirkwood Avenue Mary Sodality 1, 2, 3, 4 Library Club 2, 3 May Day 1, 2, 3 Yearbook Staff 4 Chatter-box girl — Mr. Dills' friend — information booth — Our T.O. Intramurals • Sodality 2, 3 Committees ments - altvayS needed - � « of _ hard worker. Makes few available w the cm' Sodality 2; Library Clu Treasurer � Rovs' State man oj _ I seaman Minstrel Lati ? ' NANCY PITIFER 32 Avenue B an Sodality 2 Glee Club 2, 3 Committees 3, 4 Yearbook Production 4 Dark eyes — never seen alone — the Diner’s cashier — Sleepy Time Gal. PATRICIA sc 61 Greenhurst Sodality 2, 3 Committees Pretty ROSE RIZZO 25 Clinton Street Glee Club 2, 3 Sodality 2, 3 May Day ], 2. 3 Yearbook Production 4 rn man's waiting CONSTANCE SEARS 70 North Brook Street polity I 'sTpresid' ,ss°ciQie £. '°ndant 3 3. 4 °nG the 9eneral SPILLANE ,eneY Street Sodality ], 2. , ,G!ee CJub 2. • library Qub 5 ss°ciate Edit, Niagara O'er — soyings. sMrkh two, e? ui GUS — luture Crocker. ANTOINETTE SIMEONE 33 Madison Street Cheerleader 3, 4 Committees 3. 4 Varsity Basketball 3 Yearbook Production 4 JOAN STASKO 169 Maxwell Avenue 'Joanie' Secretary 4 Library Club 4 Sodality 4 Yearbook Production TIMOTHY c°stle fio. SULLIVAN ’«willeej JOHN WYATT 159 North Street misses Our engineer __ has big • DIANE TREADWELL 38 Folger Street Cheerleader 3 Sodality 2, 3 Glee Club 1, 2, 3 Yearbook Production 4 quiet mannerisms — likes un — tvell liked by all. Jle Sales Jfrgli Scljonl (fifiu'Xm, JNeto Jork OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL June 1953 To the Class of 1953 Dear Friends, At this time of the year, the minds of most high school seniors are a strange composite of joy and sorrow. It is a joyful time, because of the sense of achievement that comes with the Commencement season. Joyful, because of the many activities that are crowded into the last few weeks of high school life. It is a time of sorrow, because it is the end of one of the hapt ier periods of a person's life. It is the end of many pleasant associations. It is the end of that period in a person's life which is particularly free from the cares and the worries that usually are an integral part of the adult life you are about to enter. Therefore, it is small wonder that joy is mingled with sorrow, that laughter quickly changes to tears, as we take part in the Commencement Exercises which mean the end of one life and the beginning of another. I have been asked to write a message for your yearbook. My message will not be new. It is something that you have heard over and over again. It is a message that other graduates have heard down through the years, during which I have been Principal at De Sales High School. Through the sacrifice of generations of Catholic people of Geneva, a Catholic high school education has been offered to you. For this education, we have no apology. The Faculty of your high school has dedicated itself to the cause of Catholic education, and has, to the best of its ability, tried to inculcate in your minds and hearts and souls the solid principles of our holy Religion. We have tried to teach you to be good r Catholic men and women, representative of the best that the Catholic Church, school and home has to offer. The success or failure of our efforts will not be written on any examination. The success or failure of these efforts will be written by you during the years that begin with your Commencement. How you live those years, how you put into practice in your lives the Christian principles of right living, which you have been taught in De Sales High School, and finally, how you pass or fail the Final Examination at the end of your life, - this and this alone - will decide the failure or success of our efforts on your behalf. In closing, may I extend to you my sincere congratulations on your high school graduation. May I assure you that it is my sincere prayer that God's blessing will follow you every step of the way in the new life that you begin with your Commencement. Sincerely yours in Christ, RPNrSFL [ 36 ] It is now no longer I that live, but Christ lives in me. St. Paul. [ 37 ] Next in Line Being Juniors is serious business, so think the following (stand- ing. left to right) James O'Neill, Donald Ninestine and Constance Robie; (seated) Martha Sullivan. Junior Class Officers: (reading clockwise from upper right) Car- melo Cannuli. president; Louis Taylor, vice-president; Faith Mor- abito. secretary; Sandra Sparrow, treasurer. Kneeling (left to right) Barbara Lee, Patricia Iannopollo; seated (left to right) Gwynn Clark, Carol Fennell, Katherine Bullock; standing (left to right) Dominic DiCampli, Helen Cannuli, Gabriel Gillotti, Carolyn Dim- mick, Ross Malcuria, Rita Lynch. JUNIORS Kneeling (left to right) Irene Povero, Constance Robie, Alice Toombs; seated (left to right) Eileen Jones. Faith Morabito, Diane Treadwell, Catherine Plunkett, Louise Shalala; standing (left to right) Frederick Pollino, Fred- erick Snyder, James O'Neill. English Comes Alive (Front row) Jean Maher, Carol Finn, (standing) Katherine McLaughlin, Rob- ert Lemmon, Cornelius Taney, act play. Voters of Tomorrow Mary Dugan, James Salone and Domenica Galgano fol- low with interest the sessions of the 83rd Congress, while Dominic DiCampli (standing) appears puzzled over an article he has found in Time.' . . . through the Fundamental Four THE FOUR PRINCIPAL SUBJECTS taught in De Sales High School are the four studies each student is required to have: science, history, English, and religion. In the freshman year each member of the class is required to take general science. The study of this elementary science outlines the main points of plant and animal life, of elec- tricity and astronomy, and of the everyday workings of our complex universe. The knowledge obtained through the study of this subject forms a sound basis for the other courses offered in science—biology and chemistry—and creates a unified attitude which drives us to act in a strong, Christian way. Also in the first year the student is introduced to the study of the topography, climate and industries of various lands. This knowledge and understanding of foreign countries, their resources, and customs, tend to create a greater unity in our upset, modern world. In the sec- ond year of citizenship education, he sees the Providence of God through the rise and fall of ancient empires, the building of kingdoms and democracies, and the forming of laws through generations from early Egypt to our present time. In the third history, American History, the student studies the Declaration of Independence, a document permeated with Christian prin- ciples of living. He learns the value of our great Constitution and the democratic, liberty pre- serving first ten amendments entitled The Bill of Rights which safeguard the God-given rights of man. He struggles through the Revolution with the haggard patriots and views both (continued on page 54) Information, Please! Four Religion 9 experts (left to right) Rudolph Calabrese, John Salisbury. Eileen McWilliams and Loretta Palmer ponder original question asked by Constance Wyatt while Patricia Hurley chooses her prize. future Scientists at Work Participating in an experiment in pre- paring oxygen and studying its proper- ties are (left to right) Patricia Lee, Jo- ann Antenucci, Loretta Palmer, Mary Alice Lynch and Virginia Garrison. Upper right picture page 43 Old French Custom Revived The old French custom of crowning the queen on the feast of the Epiphany is re- enacted by Sister Francis Cecilia's French III class, (left to right) Nancy Gillis, Barbara Reo, Libby Staple- ton and Barbara Lynch. Unity Sanctity Action Dry Bones Not even a skeleton can frighten these four alert seniors, (left to right) Constance Sears. Rita Shir- ley, Marie Placito and Barbara Lynch. Alert Ciceronians Where but in Father Nolan's Latin III do we find such animated interest as shown by (front row. left to right) Gabriel Gillotti, James O'Neill. Martha Sullivan; second row (left to right) Louis Guard, Faith Morabito, Cath- erine Plunkett; third row (left to right) Donald Ninestine and Constance Robie. STEPPING STONES T E SALES makes it possible for those of us who are college bound to prepare ourselves to enter our chosen profession. Whether we aspire to nursing, teach- ing, law, medicine or engineering, a knowl- edge of Latin is essential not only for the line training it gives but also for the vast treas- ures of knowledge of the past it opens to us —the past with its famous leaders Caesar, Cicero, Pompey, its engineering feats, its laws, and its respect for women at a time when women were generally looked down upon. Akin to Latin are the romance lan- guages. Through our study of French and Spanish we learn the beauty of their lands stretching from the mountains to the sea. We begin to understand better their hopes, their ideals, their joys, their sorrows as we read their literature and study their art. We ac- quire a certain facility in speaking the lan- guage and a reading ability that may serve us later should we ever do research. While languages sometimes fasci- nate us, intermediate algebra does not have (continued on page 79) [ 42 ] . . . as we prepare for Figuring Financiers Ross Malcuria and Bernard Davids show that financial difficulties can be solved by alge- braic equations, while (first row) Bernadette Roesch. Irene Povero, Eileen Jones. Carolyn Dimmick, (second row) George Jenkins. Rita Lynch, and Mary Jane McHale look on. Kneeling (left to right) Domenico Galgano, Concetto Colizzi; seated (left to right) Mary Jane McHale, Nancy Talbert, Carolyn Reeder; standing (left to right) Bernadette Roesch, Kenneth Smith. Louis Guard, Donald Ninestine, George Jenkins, Kevin Pow- ers, Mary Dugan. JUNIORS Artists Both (Circle) Nancy Talbert with artist's stroke sketches St. Francis de Sales, artist of thought and word. Tim Tells His Own Story From the interest on his audiences' faces it must be that Tim'' is holding forth on his favorite topic, Our Farm. (left to right) Bob Richards, Mary Lou Kane, Teddy De Paolis, Pat DeWitt, Tim Sullivan and Vin- cent Ficcaglia. Unity Sanctity Action Better Citizenship by Better Reading The suggested reading list for Social Studies 9 pupils seems to be a chal- lenge to the following freshmen (left to right) • John Greco, Carolyn Myles, Charles Zeck. Mary Lee Olson, and James Taylor. Pleasant, Bright. Alive with Students—Our Library John Quigley takes over charging desk during busy seventh period. Vincent Lahr and James Salone draw books to take out while (left to right) Margaret Fenner, Erma Greco, and Carol Kerwin (at circular table) and others remain to read. Unity Sanctity Action Kneeling (left to right) Angela Placito, Martha Sullivan, seated (left to right) Carol Wright. Ann Bruno, Louis Taylor, Geraldine Delano, Sandra Sparrow; standing (left to right) Car- melo Cannuli, Robert Balsey. Robert Richards, Bernard DiDuro, James Salone. Bewildering Binomials Rapid calculations with binomials interest Freshmen. First row (left to right) James Taylor, Ed- ward Davids, Eugene Hef- feron, David Kellow; (sec- ond row (left to right) Joan Lawson, Donna Mattison; standing, Teresa O'Neill. Chemistry holds no fears for these seniors. Seated (left to right) Martha O'Connor, lames Deane and Rosa Spillane watch with interest as Mary Treeter points to the atomic structure of potassium and chlorine as they form the molecule of potassium chloride. Ronald Martino (left) and Robert Line- han (right) are pointing to their completed part of the work. VjR SINCERE GRATITUDE goes to the Piehler Pontiac Corporation whose generosity in al- lowing us the use of a dual-control Pontiac has made it possible for us to have driver education at De Sales. We who have had the course this year have benefited from it. Drivers' Training enabled us to gain a better knowledge of our responsibilities regarding traffic problems. This was accomplished not only by driving instructions but also by our own experience behind the wheel. The course also gave us an understanding of traffic laws and impressed upon us the necessity for good traffic habits by showing the harm done to driv- ers and pedestrians when bad habits are developed. The need for Christian courtesy and un- selfishness was stressed. Besides these benefits we learned about the mechanism of the en- gine from Mr. Dilts, one who really knows. Since some positions today demand that employees have a knowledge of driving, we may have prepared ourselves through drivers' training to secure work. We at De Sales realize how fortunate we are to have such a course, and we are grateful. No Driving Demons These Mary Treeter takes the driver's seat while Mr. Dilts explains the mech- anism of the motor to (left to right) Shirley Schibley, Patricia Scott, Lucy Liberatore, James Deane and Fred Pollino. f 47 ] Being Sophomores Is Fun (Left to right) Richard Biesenbach. Mary Robie, Beverly Heffer- on. James Donahue and Josephine DiAntonio get ideas for their Sophomore Swing from a popular magazine. Sophomore Class Officers: (Individual pictures clockwise from the upper left) Kevin Lawlor, president; Frances Certo, treas- urer. Elaine McAvoy, secretary; Richard Chilbert, vice-president. SOPHOMORES [ 48 ] Front row (left to right) Marlene Bell. Lorraine Monaco, Rosalyn Russo, Nancy Lee, Francis Caravita, John Legott, William Hefferon; back row (left to right) Mary K. Smead. Elizabeth Davids. Ellen McGuire, Kevin Lawlor, Richard Desilets, Charles LaNasa, Eugene McMillen, Joseph Natelli, Cornelius Taney. Front row (left to right) Moira Lavey, Linda Biown. Frances Certo. Frances Galgano; middle row (left to right) Josephine Licht, Josephine Bertino, Delores Picchi, Richard Westfall, Robert Bell; back row (left to right) Rich- ard Chilbert, Michael AuClair, Paul Snyder, Francis Crupi. Busy at Business Nimble lingers spell success as Erma Greco and Pat Scott attend to their tasks of using the ditto machine and filing cabinet; Vincent Ficcaglia, Rita Shirley, Joan Stasko (at dictaphone) Rose Rizzo, Mary Nailos and Lucy Liberatore are attentive to their work under the direction of Sister Aquilina. Future Salesmen Study Fabrics Do our eyes deceive us or is this a fashion show? (Left to right) Maureen McCusker, Ronald Martino. Anthony Priano, Patricia Iannapollo, and Diane Treadwell demonstrate in retailing how an efficient business solves problems of buying and selling. AT DE SALES, students are offered a variety of subjects in business to enable them to pre- pare for positions in the modern business world. Freshmen may, if they so desire, take introduction to business which gives them a basic foundation for the business courses that follow in other years. Typing and business law the sophomores may elect. Business law is concerned with the application of Christian principles in business transactions, and it teaches the student to what extent law relates to what he does. Next, juniors are initiated into busi- ness arithmetic and bookkeeping which develop speed and accuracy so necessary when deal- ing closely with figures. Seniors entering business may choose retailing and office practice. Prospective retail workers are given a thorough knowledge of the underlying principles of good salesmanship and the practice in applying these principles. The well trained business worker is an asset in every Christian business organization. Office practice not only acquaints the students with the various machines they will find in modern business offices, but it also teaches the English essential for good business correspondence. A responsible student who has completed the business course at De Sales will be able to apply for any business posi- tion. [ 50 ] Unity Sanctity Action... as we prepare It's Easy When You Know How This is the way you do it) (left to right) Michael DeRaddo. Antoinette Simeone, William Kane, and Lucy Liberatore learn from a reliable source, Mr. Dilts, a unified, Christian outlook on problems of busi- ness law. Here Is Our Rita In her free period Rita Shirley assumes office responsibility. u n i t y S a n c t i t y A c t i In the Throes of Composition Row 1, Sheila Donahue; row 2. Martha O'Connor, Mary Louise Kane. Ronald Anania; row 3. Ronald Martino, are putting their thoughts into Spanish while Sister Rosemary is reading Mary Nailos' fin- ished paragraphs. SOPHOMORES o n Row I (left to right) Mary Robie, Gail Quigley, Mary Ann Knight, Jean Maher; row 2 (left to right) Josephine DiAntonio, Marcia Balistreri, Marie Giardino, Catherine McLaughlin. Suzanne Goode- now; row 3 (left to right) James Lawlor, John Nolan. William Fathergill. [ 52 ] First row ( left to right) Ann M. Sullivan, Beverly Hefferon, Beverly Ricci, Jean Bolin; second row (left to right) Anne C. Sullivan, Beatrice Liberatore. Angela Onorato, Carol Finn. Beverly Placito; third row (left to right) James Donahue, John Walsh, Vincent Calabrese. William Kane, John Consolie; fourth row (left to right) Robert Carroll, Robert Lemmon. SOPHOMORES Sophomore Stars Richard Desilets shows geometry students (left to right) Delores Picchi, Elaine McAvoy, James Lawlor, James Donahue, how his geometry helps to make his Christmas star while Sister Florentine looks on. Time Flies Robert Linehan keeps strict time while Phyllis Cardinale (front seat), Thomas Mc- Avoy and Alice Toombs work diligently for accurate answers. Initiation into the Business World This I.T.B. class apparently is not finding so difficult reconciliation of bank statement. First row (left to right) Katherine Nolan, Joseph Jacobs, Janice Aquilano, William Mattice; sec- ond row (left to right) Paul Deane, Jean Tread- well, Carl DeBolt; third row (left to right) Vir- ginia Garrison, Joanne DeMeo, Frank Palmieri; fourth row (left to right) Patricia Lee, Anthony Passalacqua; fifth row (left to right) John Sal- isbury, Charles Zeck, Ross Calabrese. FUNDAMENTAL FOUR (continued from page 41) sides of the war between the States. He relives World Wars I and 11, sees the need for a constructive peace, learns how to make that peace se- cure and lasting but realizes that human problems will still continue to exist even in a peaceful social order. He studies the unbelievable forces of atomic energy, watches the growth of our great democracy and recognizes its Christian origin and principles. From the study of these three histories, the student is made to appreciate the God-given blessings and gifts of the United States of America, and realize his duties to uphold our Christian democracy. The four year English course aids tremendously in the social, cultural and intellectual development of every student. The purpose of the English courses at De Sales High is to make articulate Catholics who can explain and defend the Catholic way of life. The English student studies the highlights of world literature which create an awareness of the beauties around him and deepen his appreciation of the beauties of life, of character, and of nature. Vicari- ously he can travel to far off lands and learn by the experiences of others what to avoid. He learns how to express his ideas forcefully and clearly in writing as well as in speech where he acquires poise while appealingly communicating his thoughts to others. Thus he can al- ways, without embarrassment, give a reason for the Faith that is within him. Most important in this four year curriculum of a Catholic high school student is his course in religion, teaching him the truth he must actively live by if he is to attain sanctity. (continued on page 55) Aetion ... tor a Christian business world He is shown as a freshman !he beauty and the virility of the life of Christ which his aim is to imitate. Here, too, he studies the Creed which contains the chief truths which the Church teaches This knowledge the student must put into daily use by living as Christ wishes him to live out of love for God. The second year deepens this unity of thought and action by an intensive study of the ten commandments with practical applications to modern life. Church History in the third year proves the Catholic Church is the one founded by Christ and guided by Him through persecutions, heresy and schism. Again we see everything that has happened and is happening permitted by the Providence of God. The Mass, too, we study as juniors. We are made to realize our part in the Mass and the great gift that helps us to sanctify ourselves. Holy Communion. In our last year we study apologetics, the science of defending and explain- ing our faith. The Catholic attitude toward marriage, divorce, birth control, strikes, labor unions, etc., is carefully pointed out. But all of the content of the religion courses must be lived daily if we are to achieve sanctity—our main work in life. The knowledge acquired through the study of these subjects enables the Catholic High School graduate to leave De Sales with a better understanding of his environment, a sincere appreciation of his democratic land, a clearer means of expressing himself and a deeper love of his God. Typists in the Making Speed and accuracy are essential in business and (first row, left to right) Lor- raine Monaco. Beverly Placito; second row (left to right) Rosalind Russo, Jane Avery, William Fathergill; third row (left to right) Mary Robie, Robert Linehan; fourth row (left to right) Josephine DiAntonio and John Quigley are working to acquire them in Sister Aquilina s typing class. Freshmen Class Officers (Individual pictures reading clock- wise from the upper left) Eugene Hefferon, president; Paul Deane, vice-president; John Greco, secretary; Mary Alice Lynch, treasurer. Looking to the Future (Left to right) Ann Meehan, Barbara Passalac- qua, Ross Calabrese, Joanne Dejohn, Anthony D'Amico, study means of transportation of the past. r 56 j front row (left to right) Philip Trunzo, Carl DeBolt, Eugene Hefferon, Eugenia Adkinson. Jane Avery, Orante Constable, Thomas Bigger; back row (left to right) David Kellow, Charles Zeck, Beverly Bement, Bernard Kal- wa, Elaine Shirley, Santo LiDestri, James Taylor. FRESHMEN Smile While You Work This seems to be the motto of Sister Consilia's first period English I class. Seated (left to right) Constance Wyatt. Rose Micucci, Alice Toner, Patricia Lee, Joann Antenucci, Odette Legal, Virginia Garrison; back row (left to right) Patricia Hurley. Ann Smead. Linda Kerr, Mary Alice Lynch, Anthony D'Amico, Kathleen DeWitt, Jack Carey, Gerald Lynch, John Salisbury, Donald Henningson. FRESHMEN Front row (left to right) Nicolina Natelli, Loretta Palmer. Margaret Fenner. Ann Meehan, Frances Buck, Bar- bara Passalacqua, Eleanor Chilbert. Frances Liberatore, Jean Treadwell; back row (left to right) Joanne De- Meo, Margaret Sweeney, Catherine Nolan, William Mattice, Florence Nailos, Rudolph Calabrese, Dominic Pol- lino, Joan Lynch. Front row (left to right) Patricia Lahr. Nancy Maher. Joan Lawson. Mary L. Olsen. John Greco. Louis Rapini; back row (left to right) David Westfall. Carolyn Myles. Edward Davids, Joanne Dejohn. Teresa O'Neill. Mary Dalton, Anthony Passalacqua. FRESHMEN Front row (left to right) Lawrence Mahoney. Joseph Jacobs. Joseph D'Amico, Robert Galante; middle row (left to right) Janice Aquilano, Eileen McWilliams, Nancy Kraus, Carolyn Larsen, Bonita Cuppelli, Barbara Scott; back row (left to right) Paul Deane, Frank Palmieri, Donald Youst, Ross Calabrese, John Hart, Robert Father- gill. [ 59 J — College Fair Promising future is offered to this interested group surround- ing Bishop Kearney. (Front row, left to right) Mar- tha Sullivan, Mary Ann Hand- lan. Faith Morabito, Martho O'Connor, Joan Stasko, Mary Treeter; (back row, left to right) Rita Shirley, Constance Sears, Marie Placito, Barbara Lynch, Rosa Spillane. MEMORY LANE EVERYTHING comes back to us now, our first year as the picked-on babies of the school, our eventful sophomore year, our junior year when we were, at last, upperclassmen, and our last and most wonderful year, as seniors. Looking back, we think, How fast it has all gone!'' It all began in September 1949, when we entered D.H.S. for the first time as 60, scared, green freshmen. About one week after school had begun, the Bishop came to offer Mass for us. For the first two months of our high school life, the upperclassmen warned us to beware the freshman reception. I don't think that any of us will ever forget the sinking feeling we ex- perienced as we walked up to the stage that night. But it was soon over, and we were a true part of the school at last. Freshman year was one of firsts—our first formal, our first G.H.S. vs. D.H.S, football and basketball games, our first May Day and our first yearbook. The charm of this year lay in its novelty. Late in May of that year, many of us were received into Our Lady's Sodality, in a beautiful ceremony at St. Francis' Church. The year came to an end with the whole class going to Roseland for a day. In September 1950 we returned as sophomores. Everyone admits that this year was the hardest year. However, we remember many good times and big events, the building of our new school and gymnasium and the winning of the Bishop's Oratorical Contest in Roch- ester. We like to think back over the dances and games of our sophomore year, and the long afternoons spent in Isenman's when most of us were not as yet restricted by jobs. This year ended with a round of parties. We were half-way through. In September 1951, we became upperclassmen at last. Half of us were assigned home rooms in the new building which was dedicated by the Bishop early in September. In Novem- ber we sponsored our Sadie Hawkins dance, our first project of this kind to raise money for our Prom. All I can say about our class' first formal, Melody Prom, is that it was one of the most beautiful proms De Sales has ever had. Important events followed in quick succession— our inspiring retreat at the end of May, our annual May Day, and stunt night on which the seniors received their yearbooks. September 1952, seniors at last! We returned to De Sales with many wonderful plans for the year ahead. Our first class project was the Freshman Reception when we initiated the frightened freshmen. October saw us measured for our long-coveted class rings which we re- ceived with delight. The enjoyable “Silver Wings for Christmas preceded the biggest event of the whole year, our long-planned Senior Ball, Winter Wonderland. February ushered in the biggest sports event to take place while we were in school—the G.H.S. vs. D.H.S. basketball game where the Saints tied the score in the last few seconds of play, and lost only at the end of a three minute overtime period, the score being 45-42. In March the Snlesian left our busy hands for the printers. Early in April we had our last high school retreat, under the direction of Father Haungs, SJ. Following close upon retreat, came our Senior Play which we enjoyed as much in the rehearsals as on the night of the performance. Suddenly now, we find that our high school days are nearly over and that we are do- ing everything for the last time, just as, when we were freshmen, we did everything for the first time Of one point, however, we are very sure. Our four years at De Sales will be among our cherished memories through the years. [ 60 ] A right intention sanctifies our play. [ 61 ] Unity Sanctity Action . . . behind the scenes LATE IN SEPTEMBER we met for the first time to face the issue of financing the yearbook. Then it was that the two week patron drive was launched. Knowing the approximate amount of money we could count on, we then turned our attention to selecting a theme, deciding on a dedication, choosing a cover and thinking in terms of just what the book should contain. Out came graph paper, rulers, com- passes and magazine pictures. We had begun. Pages were planned, pictures were taken, and articles were written. What had appeared life- less began slowly to show evidence of life as after school, on Saturdays as well as on holi- days we cropped and pasted pictures, typed and retyped. There were even days when we won- dered if we would have a book especially when the end of February drew near. Finally our completed work went to the printers. The 1953 Salesian is no longer a dream but a reality. We've Been Working ... Gaily sing (left to right) Mary Lib- eratore, Marie Placito (seated) Rita Shirley, Shirley Schibley. ... on the Yearbook ... echo, seated (left to right) Nancy Gillis, Mary Lou Kane, Barbara Lynch, Mary Nailos; standing (left to right) Lucy Liberatore, Sheila Dona- hue, Constance Sears, Rosa Spillane, [ 62 ] Salesian Officers Individua! pictures (reading clockwise) Nancy Gillis, Mary Ann Handlan, co-editors; Elizabeth Stapleton, Business Manager. Associate Editors Sheila Donahue Barbara Lynch Marie Placito Rita Shirley Rosa Spillane ... all the livelong year... re-echo (clockwise) — Mary Nailos, Robert Line- han. Nancy Gillis, Marie Placito, as they paste pictures. Unity Sanctity Action through our assembly programs Democracy in Action (Left to right) Carmelo Cannuli, Martha Sulli- van, Donald Ninestine, Faith Morabito and Louis Guard voice their opin- ions about the relative merits of the platforms of the presidential candi- dates. Quite a Load A Case for Books ' a one-act play presented during Book Week help- ed (left to right) Mary Ann Handlan, Rita Lynch, Carmelo Cannuli, and John Quigley discover the hidden worth of books. Small but Pleasing— Our Band (Left to right) Patricia Iannapollo, Terence Constable, Dominic DiCampli, Thomas Kirk, and Patrick DeWitt en- tertain us at our Christmas assem- bly. Melodious Maidens Singing is fun so think these songsters: front row (left to right) Barbara Lee, Constance Robie, Catherine Bul- lock, Martha Sullivan; second row (left to right) Bernadette Roesch, Gwynn Clark, Ann Bruno, Irene Povero, Concetta Colizzi, Carol Fennell; third row (left to right) Nancy Talbert. Geraldine Delano, Faith Morabito, Phyllis Cardinale, Domenica Galgano; fourth row (left to right) Virginia Bennett, Maureen McCusker, Carolyn Reeder, Sandra Sparrow, Eileen Jones, Carolyn Dimmick. Christmas party marks initiation of new members into Library Club. Happy they seem to be grouped around the Christmas tree, (stand- ing. left to right) Lorraine Monaco. Mary Dugan, Robert Carroll, Marlene Bell; (kneeling) Richard Desilets, Marie Giardino and Mar- cia Balistreri; Robert Cleere, Sister Clementia and Barbara Reo ex- tend to them a welcome. Initiation—Real Fun Books—Our Friends Absorbed in some of the many new li- brary books are (in the back, left to right) James O'Neill, Joan Stasko, Rob- ert Cleere; (foreground) Faith Morabito, and Donald Ninestine. Busy Leaders Pleasant, profitable, peppy meetings result from careful planning by the officers: (left to right) Louis Guard, treas- Sanctity Action Club's activities At Your Service, Ladies! (Standing, left to right) James O'Neill, Mary Ann Handlan, Rosa Spillane, Robert Cleere, Gabriel Gillotti; (seated) Joan Stasko, Gwynn Clark, Alice Toombs, are thor- oughly enjoying them- selves at the Club's Christmas party. urer; Louise Shalala, secretary; Barbara Reo, president; and Martha Sullivan, vice- president of the Li- brary Club. DE SALES LIBRARY, one of the newest and best equipped in this area, is the spot in our high school to which we turn to increase our cultural de- velopment. Francis Bacon commented, Reading maketh a full man, and the excellent supply of fic- tion, reference material, biography and other gen- eral non-fiction in our library is indeed a treasury of information and enjoyment which will help us realize the full import of this quotation. Associated in our minds with the library is the Library Club which, under the direction of Sister Clementia, is one of the most important groups of the school. The members have various duties. They take care of the charging desk, check books in and out, file the magazines, arrange monthly and holiday displays on the shelves and bulletin board, and keep the library attractive. This club meets bi-monthly, re- views new books and evaluates magazines in an attempt to fit themselves to interest the entire student body in a wider reading program. Social functions such as our Christmas party and June picnic are also highlights of the Club's activities. Meetings are planned by the Club's officers and an executive com- mittee appointed by the president. With Library Club members as sources of in- formation, all necessary material at hand, enjoyable reading at every turn and the quiet atmosphere of a model library, everyone can enjoy its benefits. [ 67 ] Unity Sanctity ... in a wonder- Dancing in a Winter Wonderland Graceful trees . . . shim- mering icicles . . . flow- ing gowns . . . inviting music = a dream come true. We're Happy Tonight Thomas McAvoy (left) and John Quigley (right) swing open the doors for Barbara Lee (left) and Nancy Tal- bert (right) to enter “Win- ter Wonderland. Stopping for a moment to visit the Crib are (left to right) Vincent Calabrese. Frances Buck, Ross Malcuria, Patricia Lahr, Bar- bara Lee, and Thomas McAvoy. A Beautiful Sight' Action land of music Chaperones recall good times. Seated (left to right) Mr. Reo, Mrs. Quigley, Mrs. Reo, Mrs. McAvoy, Mr McAvoy, Mrs. Liberatore, Mrs. Linehan; standing (left to right) Mr. Linehan, Mr. Liberatore. Mr. Quigley. Unity Sanctity Action ... as we play the game for sport MEN in the MAKING The BASKETBALL SEASON opened with - ■ the traditional Cortland game, the Saints easing out a 48-46 decision. Jenkins was high scorer with 17 points. Going into their con- ference game, De Sales dropped a close one 44-40 to a strong Penn Yan team with Jenkins again taking the honors scoring 13. Coming up against a rangy Lyons quintet, the Saints took a 70-42 beating. Winters and DePaolis high with 12 and 11 respectively. In the first contest with G.H.S. De Sales again came out second best, taking a 53-35 lacing with Win- ters dropping in 9 points. Getting off the home court didn't do the Saints much good as New- ark set them back 66-45. Jenkins scored 10 for the losers. Back on their own hardwood, De Sales, playing host to Waterloo, suffered their sixth straight conference loss by a score of 52-35. Spratt hit for 12 in a losing cause. Taking on Canandaigua, De Sales lost an- other close one 46-43, Salone's 11 points high. A. change in the line up gave the Saints the Watch That Ball Bill Kane goes up in a try for two against Geneva High. The Big Nine Varsity Basketball, first row (left to right) K. Smith, B. Spratt, F. Snyder; second row (left to right) J. Salone, T. De- Paolis, 1 Lawlor; third row (left to right) D. Updike, J. Jen- kins, B. Winters. Varsity Basketball 1952-53 De Sales 48.............Cortland 46 De Sales 40...... Penn Yan 44 De Sales 42 .....Lyons 69 De Sales 35 ... Geneva S3 De Sales 41 ....Newark 58 De Sales 38 ..Waterloo 52 De Sales 43 . .. Canandaigua 46 De Sales 50.............Seneca Falls 45 De Sales 62....................Cortland 43 De Sales 45.......Penn Yan 39 De Sales 37 ...Aquinas 58 De Sales 53 .....Lyons 76 De Sales 40 ... Geneva 43 De Sales 52 . Waterloo 72 De Sales 39 . . Canandaigua 56 De Sales 40......................Newark 48 De Sales 59 .... Seneca Falls 70 [ 70 ] The Junior Diltsmen Our J.V.'s listen willingly as Mr. Dilts points out how to secure elective team-work. Front row (left to right) G. Lynch (manager), R Ritter, V. Calabrese, P Dinan, R. Lem- mon, J. Salisbury (manager); second row (left to right) C. DeBoldt, K. Lawlor, P Snyder, W. Mattice; third row (left to right) W. Kane, J. Sears, J. Greco. Almost... (Below) DePaolis fails on a check as Madia scores for Geneva. scoring punch they needed as they downed Mynderse 50-45, Winters taking the honors with 13. Starting the second half of the sea- son Jenkins led the revived Saints in the next two games with 14 points as they trounced St. Mary's 62-45 and took a well deserved win from the Penn Yan Mustangs 45-39. Play- ing host to Aquinas Institute for the first time in several years, .De Sales went down to a 58-37 defeat, Winters coming up with 12. The Saints took the second drubbing of the sea- son at the hands of a rugged Lyons club 76-53. Jenkins collected 13 for the evening. In the second conflict with Geneva High, Jim Lawler's one handed set shot gave De Sales a chance to go into overtime only to lose a heart-breaker 45-42. Winters poured in 20 points to be high for the contest. The Saints extended their losing streak to four by drop- ping a 72-52 game to the Indians from Wa- terloo. Winters again was high man with 18. (continued on page 79) De De De De De De De De De De De De De De De De De J.V. Basketball 1952-53 Sales 55......................Cortland 26 Sales 33 ................ Penn Yan 45 Sales 33 .....................Lyons 26 Sales 35 ....................Geneva 40 Sales 32 ................... Newark 52 Sales 28 ..................Waterloo 32 Sales 30 ...............Canandaigua 46 Sales 26......................Mynderse 36 Sales 65 ..................Cortland 42 Sales 26......................Penn Yan 46 Sales 47 ...................Aquinas 67 Sales 39 .....................Lyons 43 Sales 42 ....................Geneva 46 Sales 26 ..................Waterloo 48 Sales 42................Canandaigua 55 Sales 51 Newark 46 Sales 52.................. Mynderse 76 I 71 ] Fight, Team, Fight! Urge our J.V. Cheer- leaders: Iront row (left to right) Linda Brown, Frances Certo, Barbara Lee; back row (left to right) Barbara Scott, Josephine Licht, Berna- dette Roesch and Carol Finn. Below: Watch That Ball! Joan Lynch is on the alert to catch the ball which Teresa O'Neill, one of her team-mates has just sent flying in her direction, THE 1952-53 SEASON of the Girls' Basketball Team was a highly successful one. In a series of 12 games played in the Y.M.C.A. League, the team managed to secure third place. In the annual home-and-home contest with St. Agnes, De Sales defeated them by a score of 34-29, and in the second game 29-19. Under the capable directions of Captains Mary Jane McHale and Helen Cannuli, and with the excellent advice of our coach, Mrs. Capp, the individual skill of each player was de- veloped into a smoothly operating team. The accuracy of the forwards improved with each game. The outstanding example of sports- manship shown by all the older girls was an inspiration, especially to the many freshmen who played on the team this year. For the able leadership of our cap- tains, the patient encouragement of our coach, the never-failing interest of our fac- ulty and the loyal support of our principal, the Girls' Basketball Team is deeply grate- ful. De Sales 39 ..................Alpha 60 De Sales 30 ................. Alpha 38 De Sales 14 ...........Helen Maney 36 De Sales 26 ...........Helen Maney 27 De Sales 54 ..................Omega 34 De Sales 48 ..................Omega 22 De Sales 37 ................. Sigma 16 De Sales — ..................Sigma — De Sales 36 ...................Bela 19 De Sales 40...................Beta 19 De Sales 25 ...................0.Q. 28 De Sales 32...................0.Q. 31 De Sales 34 ..............St Agnes 29 De Sales 29 .... .St. Agnes 19 Congratulations, Team! Front row (left to right) Teresa O'Neill, Bar- bara Reo, Kathleen, DeWitt; second row (left to right) Faith Morabito, Rita Lynch, Constance Wyatt, Joan Lynch; third row (left to right) Carolyn Dimmick. Nancy Lee, Mary Jane McHale, Patricia Hurley, and Helen Cannuli. [ 73 ] Make Way! Here We Come! Teresa O'Neill (left) and Helen Cannuli (right) display good team work in keeping the ball from their opponent. Two for Us cries Joan Lynch as she, ably as- sisted by her teammates, makes a basket for De Sales. Get It! Faith Morabito and Helen Mar- ino fight for the ball while Carolyn Dimmick looks on. Leaders—the Mary Way Rev. Francis P LeBuffe, S.J. (sealed) dis- cusses with Sodality leaders their plans to bring Mary into family life, (left to right) John Quigley, Rev. Lawrence Stanley, S.J., Rev. Joseph O'Connell, Rev Raymond P. Nolan, Barbara Reo, Robert Cleere. as we learn to be true Socialists To Jesus Through Mary TO SANCTIFY THE HOME. This was the aim of the Sodality of Our Lady during the year 1952-1953. The members ol the Sodality in De Sales High School sought to achieve this end by acting together as a unit on projects such as starting the family rosary, introducing Catholic literature into homes and encouraging family attendance at Mass and religious services. The officers, Robert Cleere, prefect; Con- stance Sears, vice-prefect; Sheila Donahue, secretary; and Mary Ann Kandlan, treasurer; with the aid of the council and the guidance of Sister Florentine and Father Nolan worked out a plan of action using both spiritual and temporal means. This plan was carried out by all the socialists in the fine way and tradition of the members of Our Lady's Society. Other projects accomplished during the year included the re- ception of new sodalists, the mothers' tea, the Christmas play, Silver Wings for Christmas,” a fitting observance of May to honor the Blessed Mother, and countless spiritual prayers and sacrifices. All these things were done with the motto of the Sodality, Ad Jesum Per Mariam, To Jesus through Mary, always in mind. We of the Sodality firmly hope that in some way we have brought ourselves and our families to a closer imitation of Christ and the Holy Family. [ 74 ] Last Minute Touches Sodality officers and coun- cil members complete prep- arations to entertain mem- bers of Diocesan Student il ISltttMl The Queen's Teens—New Sodality members learn quickly that “The Queen's Work is a source of infor- mation and inspiration. Seated (first row, left to right) Jean Bolin, Marie Giardino; (second row, left to right) Beverly Placito, Jean Ma- her, Mary Ann Knight, Mary Robie; (third row) Bette Davids, Beverly Hefferon, Nancy Lee; (fourth row) Gail Quigley, Frances Certo, Lorraine Monaco. Standing (left to right) Carol Finn, Linda Brown, Mary Smead, Ellen McGuire, Frances Galgano, Beverly Ricci, Angela Onorato, Roslyn Russo, Suzanne Goodenow, Kay Bullock, Elaine McAvoy, Beatrice Liberatore. Sodality Officers (Standing) Robert Cleere, prefect; Mary Ann Handlan, treasurer; (seated) Constance Sears, vice-prefect; Sheila Donahue, secretary. A Thing of Beauty Present sophomores pay tribute to Our Lady through their dance. Members of the Queen's Court (left to right) Irene Povero, Anne Bruno, Rita Shirley, Sheila Dona- hue, Jean McNicholas, Diane Treadwell and Ellen McGuire listen attentively while Catherine Mc- Cann (picture at right) attended by Joanne Mor- an, reads the Act of Consecration to the Queen of the May. . . . as we honor Our Lady Marlene Bushlack introduces the Maypole dancers to an expectant court. O Mary. We Crown Thee with Blossoms Today Catherine McCann, with her attendants (left) Joanne Moran, (right) Marlene Bushlack, and the train bearers (left to right) Adele Liberatore and Betty Donahue, goes forward to remove her crown to crown the real Queen of the afternoon. May Day—Mary's Day A bright blue sky banked with fluffy white clouds, a spacious green lawn bathed in much sun through small leaves set the stage for the beautiful May Day services which were held at De Sales on a Sunday in late May 1952. First, to honor Our Lady, over sixty Sodalists par- ticipated in the Living Rosary. This was followed by the entrance of the May Queen, Catherine McCann, her court, and the May Pole dancers in their brightly colored gowns. Highlighting the afternoon was the crowning of the May Queen, who in turn, after a brief tribute to Our Blessed Lady, crowned Her as the fitting Queen of the May. [ 77 ] Unity Sanctity Action . . . in treasured joys Pearls to the Queen's Delight! Mary Ann Handlan and Mary Lou Kane reilect the happiness of the audience as the Queen, Shirley Schibley, gazes admiringly on her gift. Enjoyment is the keynote of this little group clustered around the piano: (left to right) John Quigley, Constance Sears, Robert O'Brien, Mary Ann Handlan, Carol Fennell, Pat- rick De Witt. Memories' Treasure Dreamy waltz music . . . pastel shades . . . wishing well . . . gracious partner. Charming Ladies Charmed Escorts Powerful Lineman The O'Malley award is presented to Theodore DePaolis by Mr. Dilts. STEPPING STONES (continued from page 42) the same drawing appeal. Most certainly it does develop our powers of logical reason- ing and lays the foundation for courses in higher mathematics. Besides, it aids us to be- come more accurate and by so doing is an asset, for accuracy is most essential in nurs- ing, medicine, law and engineering. Imagine the catastrophies that could occur in any one of these fields through inaccuracy. Of course, biology is a must for those of us planning on nursing or medicine. Through biology we learn, for example, in the dissection of a frog to marvel at the won- derful creative power of God and to acquire a greater respect and reverence for the body as we study the skeleton, the circulatory sys- tem, the skin, etc. Even whole worlds are opened to us through the tiny lens of the microscope. These subjects by broadening and deepening our education serve as stepping stones not only to higher education but to sanctity. Valuable to Varsity Mayor Rogers presents trophy to Kevin Lawlor chosen by team as the most valuable football player of the season. MEN IN THE MAKING (continued from page 71) The Canandaigua Braves scored their sec- ond win of the year over the luckless Dilts - men 56-39; Salone's 12 was high. Another defeat crossed the path of the Saints as Newark squeezed out a 48-40 victory. Win- ters set the pace with 14 points. The last game of the season brought the hard fight- ing Mynderse team out on the top of a 71-58 score with Updike picking up a 15 for De Sales. Although the scores on the whole were usually down, the ability of the players to play as a unit greatly improved through- out the season, and that makes the prospect for next year much more promising. [ 79 ] Unity Sa nctity Action Meet Our Varsity First row (left to right) Joe Jen- kins, manager; Dom DiCampli, Kevin Lawlor, Bill Mattice, Ron Anania, A1 Colizzi, Bill Kane, Jim Salone, Tom McAvoy, man- ager; second row (left to right) Coach Dilts, Ken Smith, Joe Anastasi, Don Updike, Ted De- Paolis, Pat Dinan, Jack Taylor, Dick Chilbert, Bill Winters. (Upper picture opposite page) We Want a Touchdown Updike scoots around end. Together, Team :e bulls for extra yardage against stiff (Center picture opposite page) Raise Them Higher; Boost That Score Varsity cheerleaders, standing (left to right) Angela Placito, Carol Wright, Beverly Placito: front row (left to right) Cather- ine Plunkett, Jean Bolin, Shir- ley Schibley; second row (left to right) Anne Bruno, Gwynn Clark; top, Nan Simeone. Mary Lou Kane is absent from the picture. Our Peppy J.V s J.V. First row (left to right) C. Cannuli, R Malcuria, F. Pal- mieri, J. Nolan, P. Trunzo, J. Le- gott, P. Deane, F. Crupi, T. Constable; second row (left to right) S. Passalacqua, T. Con- stable, M. AuClair, F. Caravita, C. Taney, P. Snyder, R. Lem- mon, J. Sears, S. Lidestri, J. Laggan. (Lower picture opposite page) Flying Tackle Ross Malcuria is dragged down after long gain. . . . as we courageously meet our opponents The De Sales Saints opened the 1953 football season by sur- prising a veteran Cortland team with a 12-7 upset, Salone and An- ania scoring for the Saints. Going into their first conference game with a win to back them didn't help De Sales as they received a sound trouncing at the hands of Waterloo Indians, 25-12. In the third game of the season De Sales seemed to lose their scoring punch as a strong Clyde team dropped them 25-0. With this record the Saints went into their annual com- bat with the Geneva Panthers. At half time things were looking up for De Sales with the score 0-0, but in the last half the raging Panthers fought to a 13-0 victory, thus ob- taining the city championship. The win-hungry De Sales team got a bit of satisfaction at the cost of the visiting Pal-Mac team. The fighting Saints looked their best as they downed the Wayne County eleven 19-6. De- feat again found the record of the Geneva team as the mighty con- ference champs from Seneca Falls handed the undermanned Saints a 46-0 setback. In the final game of the season the luckless Dilts' men again went down at the hands of the Penn Yan Mustangs 6-0. The football season, though it did not spell success in its actual scores, is counted victorious be- cause our boys came out of their conflict bigger men in character, courage, perseverance and sports- manship. [ 81 ] Our Victorious Varsity Kneeling (left to right) J. Jenkins, J. Salone, D. Montford, J. Natelli, C. Certo, K. Lawlor, R. Leonard, F. Damico; standing (left to right) Coach Dilts, G. Evangelista, T. Constable, manager; J. Lawlor, K. Smith, R. Anania, F. Crupi, P. Dinan, D. Updike, G. Gillotti, L. Taylor, manager; T DePaolis (scorekeeper). Slugger Salone Jim Salone's bat will surely make any ball change its direction in a hurry. De Sales made a grand showing this season with a 9-3 victory over Newark in the conference opener. In their second outing, the powerful Saints walked over Penn Yan Academy by a score of 8-3. De Sales bowed to a good Seneca Falls team, 11-3. While beating Phelps 13-6, a non-league tilt, the Saints showed power in all departments. In another non-league tussle, De Sales pounded out Romulus with a 9-4 score. In the first of two traditional games with our cross the street rivals, a bang-up pitching duel highlighted the contest. Players of both G.H.S. and D.H.S. were superb, having control and speed which baffled the hitters of both teams. But as it was, De Sales was just a little sharper. This resulted in a three hit 1-0 victory. De Sales took their sixth win in seven starts 9-7. Staying in non-league play, De Sales Saints scored another win in their second triumph over Romulus by a score of 8-5. Stepping back into conference play, De Sales trounced the Canandaigua Braves 22-7 at Canandaigua. The Saints stopped Waterloo by a hefty score of 8-2. In their eleventh game of the season, De Sales picked up its tenth win stopping the Penn Yan Mustangs 9-4. Taking their second defeat in a game with Myn- derse, De Sales failed to collect a tally for the first and last time, final score, Seneca Falls 8, De Sales 0. The Saints again hit the win column dropping New- ark in a thriller 2-1. Geneva High avenged their first game set-back by handing the Saints an 11-2 club- bing. De Sales resumed its winning ways by hand- ing Canandaigua an 8-5 beating. The conference runners-up ended a very good season. They turned back Waterloo, 5-2. All in all, the season record for De Sales was 13-3. In the conference the Saints won 9 and lost 3. [ 82 ] What's the Score, Boys? Ted DePaolis explains to Louis Taylor the intri- cate technique oi keeping score. Double Play We were all up in the air, too, when Kevin Law lor proved his ability as a keystone defender. as we close our sport season ,Vl � ■� � ' - • ‘ - t. --.y,;- -a.. . . . as we have real fun OUR MISS BROOKS U n i t y s a n c t i t y A c t i o n — Characters — Miss Brooks, a high school English Teacher Mary Ann Handlan Miss Finch. the librarian............Libby Stapleton Such a Demonstration! (Left to right) Miss Brooks (Mary Ann Handlan), unaware of the scornful look of Rhonda (Martha O'Connor) and the unwelcome presence of Mrs. Allen (Nancy Pitifer) accompanied by the prin- cipal (Robert Cleere), shows Stanley (John Quigley) and Doris (Sheila Donahue) how to secure the effect of wind and snow. Jane (Rosa Spillane) is absent from the picture. Hugo Longacre, the athletic coach....Albert Colizzi Mr. Wadsworth, the high school principal . . . Robert Cleere Miss Audubon, the music teacher . . Barbara Lynch Elsie Mary Elaine Carragher Elaine Erma Greco Jane . . . Rosa Spillane Sylvia Barbara Reo Doris . Sheila Donahue Marge Mary Lou Kane Faith Lucy Liberatore Rhonda Martha O'Connor Ted Thomas McAvoy Stanley .. John Quigley Martin Pat DeWitt Mrs. Allen, Rhonda's mother . . Nancy Pitifer Last Minute Preparations and Unexpected Trouble Appendicitis fells Martin (Patrick DeWitt) as Sylvia (Barbara Reo at the ex- treme right) announces curtain time (Left to right) Elsie (M. E. Carragher) and Marge (M. L. Kane) go over their lines while Elaine (Erma Greco) and Faith (Lucy Liberatore) put last touches on their make-up. Conflict Again! (Opposite page, lower left) (left to right) The school athlete, Ted (Thomas Mc- Avoy) detained after school is startled as the Coach (Albert Colizzi) in the presence of Miss Finch (Libby Staple- ton) accuses Miss Brooks (Mary Ann Handlan) of lack of cooperation. Miss Audubon (Barbara Lynch) is absent from the picture. OUR MISS BROOKS Long will the Seniors of 1953 remember Our Miss Brooks, a rollicking, three act comedy by Perry Clark. The plot centers around the casting of Lost Horizon in a modern American high school. Miss Brooks, a young English teacher, is suddenly given the responsibility of di- recting the play by Mr. Wadsworth, the principal. This is an unwelcome task for her, because, besides the hard work in- volved, there will be constant conflict with Hugo Longacre, the athletic coach, with whom she is secretly in love. Trouble really begins when Miss Brooks casts Jane in the leading role instead of Rhonda Allen, the spoiled daughter of Mrs. Allen, the president of the school board. Both of the girls want the part opposite Ted, a good-looking, young athlete. Rhonda finally accepts another part, and the play proceeds, though with much difficulty, until opening night when Mar- tin suddenly develops appendicitis. All ends happily though when the coach volunteers to take Martin's part. Fun coupled with work marked each rehearsal of our play under Father Nolan's able direction. [ 85 ] We wish to extend our sincere apprecia- tion to our patrons who made possible our 1953 Salesian. CLERGY St. Francis de Sales Reverend Edward K. Ball Reverend John V. Loughlin Reverend Walter J. Carron St. Stephen s Reverend Raymond P Nolan Reverend Donald E Lux Reverend Joseph F. Hogan PARENTS Mr. and Mrs T. Dalton Mr and Mrs James E Deane Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan DeRaddo Mr. and Mrs Gabriel Gillotti Mr. and Mrs. George G. Handlan Mr and Mrs. Daniel Kane Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Kirk Mrs. Richard F. Licht Mr and Mrs. John B. Lynch Mr and Mrs. Anthony Martino Mrs. Alice McHale Dr. and Mrs. S. J. Morabito Mr. and Mrs. G. T. O'Connor Mr. and Mrs. Howard L. Reeder Unity Sanctity Action as we secured our patrons Mr and Mrs. Joseph Reo Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ricci In Memory ol David F. Sears Mr. and Mrs Mitchell Shalala Mr and Mrs. William Sparrow Mr. and Mrs. Philip T. Spillane Mrs. J. E. Spratt Mr. and Mrs. Stephen L. Stapleton Mr and Mrs. Anthony Stasko Mr and Mrs. James F. Taney Mrs. James Toner FRIENDS Gordon D. Adams Addona's Economy Store Dr. James S. Albert Mr and Mrs. Anthony Alvaro Harry K Apple Auburn Pants Factory Baker S Stark. Inc. Baroody's Cigar Store Barth's Jewelry Store Barth's Plumbing 6 Heating Fred Baumgartner £ Sons Belhurst Club Bennett Funeral Home Bill's Billiard Parlor Bolin Music House Bonnell Motors, Inc. Mrs. William Brennan Bruzee's Radio C. S Burrall Sons The Camera Shop Carl S Peter's Shoe Repair Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Carone Castelluzzo Funeral Home The Castle Barber Shop Castle Cut Rate Castle Dairy Bar Castleton Meat Market D. Chacchia S Sons Chalet Ice Cream Chase Bros. Co. Children's Toggery F. A. Church John H. Church Furniture £ Floor Coverings Club 5-20 Club 86 Nicholas Coblio Sons T. J. Comisky Commesso's Restaurant Conniff's Shoe Store [ 86 ] Cooneys' Hardware Sheet Metal Mr C. Cosgrove Ray A. Costello Mr. and Mrs Arthur J Cowan The Crest Market The Dale Studio Mr. and Mrs. G. Dalton Francis J. D'Amico Davids-Phillips Auto, Inc. Mr and Mrs. George J. Davis Demming's Devaney £ Co., Inc. Dewey's Jewelry Store Misses Mary E. and Rose A Dowd Driscoll Truck Line Duncan’s Gulf Service Dwyer's Liquor Store Eddie's Restaurant John C. Ehrlich Fairchild's Diner Fairfax Bros. Co. Finger Lakes Exterminating Co. Finger Lakes Laundries S Cleaners, Inc. Finger Lakes Lumber Co.. Inc. Finger Lakes Memorials H F. Fox Pipe £ Gift Shop Franklin Furniture Store Freeman Business School Geneva Baking Co. Geneva Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Geneva Daily Times Geneva Dental Association Geneva Dry Cleaning Co. Geneva Federal Savings Bank Geneva Foundry Corp. Geneva Merchants Delivery Geneva Milk Co. Geneva Optical Co. Geneva Rod £ Gun Club Geneva Savings Bank Geneva Trust Office B F. Goodrich Co. Gerry's Jewelry Gordon Motor Parts Alan H. L. H. Guard, Real Estate Brokers Mr. and Mrs. Cal Gregway The Hanger. Inc. The Hardware Center. Inc. Harman's Sport Shop Mr. and Mrs. P. C. Hennessy D. Max Henry Dick Brown, Inc. Florence Hesse Holliday Inn Holy Name Society of St. Stephen's Home Appliance Store Mrs. Robert F. Howard Mr. and Mrs. J. Glenn Hudson Isenman's Jay Furniture Co. Junior Shop Miss Elizabeth A. Kane Thomas A Kane Keilty's Dry Goods Kirkwood Barber Shop Kiwanis Club Knights of Columbus Auxiliary Lake View Inn Restaurant Lane's Esso Service Lannon Office Supply Lazio's Legnini's Tailor S Tux Shop Lewis - Mooney Co. Lewis' Shoe Store Carmen Liberatore Linehan's Atlantic Service Little Brown Jug Dominick Lombardi Lont's Charter Bus Lines, Inc. The Lou-Mar Loyal Order of Moose Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Lynch Lynch Furniture Co. Mr. and Mrs. John J. Lynch Money's Nurseries Malcuria Bros., Inc. Margrove S Co., Inc. Marty Marion and Dan Hennessy Market Basket Corp. Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Marshall May's Dress Shop McCarthy's Pharmacy McCormick's Grill McDonough's Market McGuigan's Funeral Home McGuire Dry Cleaning In Memory of Stephen J. McWilliams Dr. R. G Merrill Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Miller Modern Appliance The Mohawk Paving Co. Mrs. Clara Moran and Miss Catherine Neary Miss Pauline Morris Miss Catherine Mulcahy Mutual Clothing Co. The National Bank of Geneva C M. Neilson Son Mr. and Mrs. John Noonan Mr. and Mrs. Martin O'Brien P O'Malley Son Mrs. George W. O'Malley Ontario Sand S Gravel Mr. and Mrs. George O'Riely Palmerton's Pharmacy Park Lane Patent Cereals Co. Miss Esther Patrick [ 87 ] Petro Ice Cream Piehler Pontiac Service Rago Signs Rapalee Coke S Coal Margaret Ray Raymond's Hotel Ray's Bike Key Shop James Reale Sons, Dry Cleaners Renzi's Bar S Grill Ringer's Bakery Rogan 6 Johnson. Inc. Rogers S Elling Rosary Society of St. Francis de Sales Rosary Society of St. Stephen's Russell.Hart Sabatini's Furs Sacone's Restaurant Scalise Taylor Schroeder’s Red S White Sears Restaurant Sears Roebuck Co. Seneca Diner Seneca Drug Co. Seneca Guernsey Farms Seneca Hotel Seneca Lake Country Club The Seneca Shop Shuron Optical Co.. Inc. Simeone's Cleaners Smaldone Variety Shop J. W. Smith Dry Goods Co. W. J. Smith Corp. Nurseries Staley Flower Shop Stanley's St. Anthony Society Stolp Co., Inc. Stubbs Lumber Co., Inc. Sunny Fruit Store Super Army, Navy Mrs. Charles Sweeney Sr. Talbert Chamberlin, Contractors A. J. Tarr Dairy George Telarico Willis W. Thomas Troll's Shoe Store Frank Trunzo Jr. Miss Ethel Tyndall Miss Madge Tyndall Vance Boiler Works, Inc. Vecchi's I.G.A. Grocery Margaret R. Vermilyea Veterans of Foreign Wars W. L. Vogt Sons Warder's — Awnings Fred W. Warder Miss Marion Whelan Wilson-Burnett Service Winnek Post 396 American Legion Woodworth's Restaurant 6 Texaco Diner X's Billiard Parlor Y.M.C.A. York Inn GRADUATES Jack Bates Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Brennan Mr. and Mrs. William J. Brennan Marlene Bushlack Diane Caito Joanne Marie Cannuli Mary Lou Cannuli Mr. James Carroll Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Casey M. Maurice Chacchia Miss Nona B. Cleere Richard Connell Miss Bette Cullinan Mr. and Mrs. William J. Dailor Mr. and Mrs. George F.T.A. Davie Miss Sally Densmore Sarah DiAntonio Joan and Ann Diviney Miss Helen Dunham Mr. and Mrs. James Fitzgerald Mr. and Mrs. John F. Gleason Mr. and Mrs. Howard Groden Miss Mary Jean Hogan Helen Pauline Jennings Dorothy Lahr Bernard G. Lynch Mrs. Willis D. Lynch Robert J. Maher Dr. Charles Mascari Miss Charmaine McCusker Frank T. McNerney Jean McNicholas Miss Joan Monaco Miss Joanne Moran Mr. and Mrs. William Mulvey Jim Nailos John F. O'Malley Patricia O'Malley Miss Mary Jane Passalacqua John Simeone Louise Sniffen Anne Sweeney Alice Taney Mr. and Mrs. Harry Touhey Miss Bonnie Lee Watson Miss Teresa Yannotti ICO PRINTING CO. CtNCVA N.Y. [ 88 ] «sipagis? V’ J;K'