Gonzaga High School - Aetonian Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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ccumufafing .gclecw LIBRARY That quiet corner in the school where ideas are accumulated and the students increase their knowledge of the wonders of the world and whet their literary appetites, is aptly located on one of the upper floors of the school. The students have free and daily access to the library and to the best books of authors of the past as Well as the best efforts of the modern authors. Under the watchful guidance of Father Bellwoar, Sl., the efficient student staff services and keeps the five thousand volumes in excel- lent condition. Special shelves on the left of the library are stocked with books collateral to the various courses and graded to harmonize with the literary growth of the students of the four years. Another sec- tion at the far end of the library contains books on every possible pro- fession and vocation. Many students have found this section very help- ful in forming a decision about the future. Moreover, the Catholic Book Month display offered the students a glimpse of the numerous and Worthy contributions to literature inade by authors of their own faith. r iss . - Making the m t vw fi f size mfr: ....-. .... x..f.wsw' ia P. Ccxmpanelli applies the stamp to the library card. The scene ol many cr profitable leisure hour. Fr. Bellwoar, SJ.. Moderator. looks on as several of the staff, H. Green, P. Ccxmpanelli. W. Iacobson. check books and cards. . f i f ,Xl 'N

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Oda! .STJQ PURPLE AND WIIITFI CLUB . I Il PLI-I Preparing the cafeteria for the big event. I. Donoghoe brings out the streamers: F. Mcllleer and G. Leithiser move back the tables: F. Craven and I. McBurney hang the banner. PURPLE AND WHITE CLUB A complete curriculum demands a social aspect as well as the spiritual, intellectual and physical phases, in order that a man, who is ot necessity a social being, may learn the social graces and prove himself an amiable companion to his fellow men on those occasions when a rejuvenating pause is made along the way. The Purple and White Club presented this opportunity to the Seniors and Iuniors ot Gonzaga. Gnce a month, the cafeteria underwent a metamorphosis wonderful to behold. The tables and benches were moved from sight, the spacious tloor was waxed, the lights were dimmed by means of colored paper, and purple and white streamers were hung the length and breadth of the miracle ballroom. ln this pleasant atmosphere, Seniors and Iuniors forged a closer social link and spent together many a memorable and enjoyable evening. The serious, studious attitude was laid aside for a time and the air of good fellowship pervaded. The purpose of the club was tul- tilled and, more than that, friendships were sealed and strengthened as the merry couples shared the joys of a pleasant evenings entertain- ment at the school. for a bigger and better social in the near future. L. to R. F. Craven, C. Coakley. I. McBurney, Mr. W. Cunningham S.I., Moderator. The Purple and White Committee discuss possibilities