De La Salle Institute - Torch Yearbook (New York, NY)

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l -2 , 1 Q ' ly t i : ' V 9, - A A. 2 5 Y Y, - 65 nr. 'wi eil , C l -i L FELIX T. CONLON Sunset St. Gabriel's School K. D. C. 3,' Cozmcilmrm -I, l rz'.vidvnl J, Trra.vurv1' 2, 3: IIlft'I'-C-iltl.YS Relay 1, 2, 3. 4: Inter-Class Bn.vlct'tlmIl-4,' Track 1, 2, 3, -I. The doors of the Institute were thrown open to the ever-welcome Felix, just four years back. His career at De La Salle has been a colorful one: first as a student, and second as an athlete. Ill his first two years he was well up on the honor roll and always remained a dangerous competitor for honors. Never have we seen Felix waste time, for in his serious complex, there are many worthy ambitions. His clean-cut manners and steady pace have manifested them- selves in his character, and have won 'for him many sincere friendships in school which in years to come will ripen into fond memories. The fnture looks promising for a young man of such calibre: for his efforts will be his just reward. Aside from the sincere making of his character, we find him altogether in a different lightg namely. athletics, being famous for his stellar per- formance on the mile relay team of the school. He has always been on the class teams, whether in track, baseball or basket- ball. His unceasing efforts have won for him the admiration of all, and time and again. He has represented the class in the numerous societies and associations. One might say without exaggeration that he is every bit a many physically, mentally and morally. 22 ARTHUR J. CONNELL Artie. Pal , St. Agnes Tennis Tram 3: A,v.ri.v.'n11i rllunagvr Swim- ming Twain 3. ' Four years ago a peculiar looking package came to De La Salle. By the postmark it was discovered that it came from the wide open spaces of College Point. Wfhen this weird package was opened it was found to contain Artie Connell, fresh from St. Agnes, with his diploma tucked in moth balls. It was not long before this same Arthur revealed his pleasing personality and became a great friend of everybody. Art played on the tennis team last year and he did remarkably well in this sport. VVe must not forget Artie's social activities for every- time we have a dance he is sure to appear with some beautiful Long Islander. Con- nell's popularity with everyone is probably due to his democratic manners and also bef cause he is a born comedian. jack tells us that after his graduation he is going to join his father in the business of manufacy turing steel doors if he does not go to college. VVhatever road you take Artie we wish you the best of luck. l l

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, , in H oV'C if gl L., ., ll... , IL.. A Il! I I VL. PATRICK CHRISTOPHER Pat, Paddy St. Bernard's School illumbvr Track Team 2, 4: Cram Country Tram 2, 45' A.r.ri.tlan.t illauugrr Football 3g Illanagvr Baskvflzall 4,' illvuzlufr of K. D. C. 3, 4,' Class Relay 4. Pat has been one of the mainstays of De La Salle Institute for the last four years. He is not only a good student but is also a fine athlete. Being an active mem- ber of the class in all its activities has brought Pat a great deal of popularity. He has managed the Basketball team and has held down a regular berth on both the cross country and track teams. During the junior year Pat was one of the best Spanish scholars in the class. Being the descendant of a noble Spanish family, as his name explains, H Pat still clings to the customs of his forefathers. During the religion lesson Pat may be seen taking his Siesta, especially if the basketball team had a long trip the day before. The Brother doesn't favor siestas so Pat has to break the timeworn tradition of his family. In departing from the Alma Mater Pat has the good wishes of both faculty and students. fzi GEORGE L. CONBOY Georgie St. Xavier Baskrlball 3, Drlraling Society 4,' Basr- liall 4.: 7'I'l?tltTl4l't'l' illl'C1lCOIlfl'lllfflliljl 4,5 Dann' Comniittrv 4: Year Hank C0lll1lllflt'f' 4: Clus-.v lf'ir'U-Pl'v.ric1'c21l 45 K. D. C. The center of attraction at De La Salle in l925 was George Conboy, His calm com- posure aud the ease with which he talked showed him to be a born leader. Ambitious and energetic, he settled down and tackled his studies with such vigor that he was among the leaders of the class for the two years while he was here. His prowess on the basketball court is known to all, and he always Comes through in a pinch. As a writer Georgie has no equal in the school. His compositions have been a source of in- terest to all. As a debater, he is by far the most aggressive in the school. His sense of humor in a debate is laudable. Georgie. tells us he will have his future residence at Fordham, and for his profession intends to take Darrow's place in the law courts. If he plugs as hard at Fordham as he did in DeLa Salle, he will have no trouble at all in becoming a second NVebster or Clay. Good luck, Georgie. Success follows those who strive and you are sure to win. VVhen in future years you are running for oflice, look back through the days and remember that the happiest hours of your life were those spent at De La Salle.

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Q i rw W I o ,A -- i fro gl ' ALFRED A. COPPOLA QUIRINO V. E. COSTA Cappie, Big Boy P. S. 70, N. Y. City Football 3, Jllvmbcr of the Archronfra- tvruiiy, K. D. C., and TORCH Art Committee. In the year of 1923 the seismograph at the old De La Salle registered severe shocks in the vicinity of 59th Street. Then came Al and we perceived in him the cause of it all. After 'various recesses between 1A and 1B Al finally settled down. His ap- pearance awed us, being one of our largest fellows, but within him was one of the most generous hearts. It did not take him long to become accustomed to the proceed- ings, for as a student he ranked among the leaders of the class. His pet hobby is Architecture, by which he set a new stand- ard for ambition by studying it at night. He proceeded to graduate from the Me- chanics Institute and entered Columbia Col- lege and now is an accomplished designer of buildings. In his junior year he succeeded in making the varsity football squad and played exceptionally well. He joined the Knights of the Divine Child, of which he is a most faith-ful member. He is noted for his practical jokes on his classmates, but, being a senior he is now a serious well in- tentioned fellow. Al hopes to matriculate at Syracuse University, and we feel sure, that he will succeed as an architect. Good- bye and good luck in all your ventures Cappie. l23l Cute DeWitt Clinton Track 3, 4. Cute came to De La Salle Institute in 1923 from DeNVitt Clinton High School, where he passed his Freshman year. While in Brother Jerome's class, Quirino became known for his pugilistic tendencies which he was wont to display about the school. In his Senior year Costa ran on the Cross- Country team, but he is best known for his shot putting ability. He captured a place for De La Salle in the Private School Cham- pionships in 1926, and won first place twice in the Held day games. Costa is one of the best liked fellows in the class. His bright ties have become a well known sight around the school in the last few years. After leaving De La Salle, Costa intends to enter an Engineering school in the vicinity of the city, where he will devote his next four years to hard work and study. After his school years are passed, Cute has hopes of embarking on a brilliant career as a mechanical engineer. All the fellows in the class of '27, and all who know him, will wish lots of luck.