Gonzaga High School - Aetonian Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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vflfufian sn folefher, when gfznis like a fund' U i 9 of nd'eS gnome' U 'Qld PURPLE AND WHITE COMMITTEE Loft to right lsittinglz R. Rinn, R. McBride, E. Boiler, T. Wilson, lstandingl: Mr. C. Lehmkuhl, S.J., Moderator, J. Kane, L. Reilly, J. Marshall. y SOCIAL LIFE y It is the aim of all Catholic education to produce the well developed man, one who is proficient in social as well as in intellectual fields. Gonzaga has this foremost in view, and through the channels of the social activ- ities of the school every opportunity for de- velopment in Catholic gentlemanliness and the poise and social grace that characterize it is offered to the student. Through the medium of the debating and dramatic societies the student acquires a facile effectiveness in ex- pressing his opinions before an audience. ln his participation in athletic contests and in offer- ing his support to these rivalries the student gains a knowledge of sportsmanship that lends an admirable tone to his dealings with his fel- low man, and from his school dances, class parties and outings, and his constant associa- tion with yaung men of his own age, the young C-anzagan becomes endowed with a splendid sense of etiquette and a well balanced amia- bility that enable him to take his place in the foremost ranks of society. Ra l1'1'E.f- to rlilm L. H M COMMITTEE PROM COMM Mr' g, Lehrnkuhl Sh Ona lok f anley' J fl, J, yen SEN ' W M,-,6re90 ' . Gardiner. ef, R. Redmond ln- R Rmn, - n C. Edwards. P, Cook, Le: lo llllodefcxarg P- Com

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HWY Pggitifin what W' Mi: :latest 6 the UNO NURS' of book' is 1 en!! ie. the xovlfrthe childfen of m o .T ffl ffilffll LIBRARY Throughout their life man is called upon to have some knowledge on various subjects which are not included in the average high-school education. A special place for this purpose and also to give a quiet, studious atmosphere for study is the library. The library, under the direction of Miss Moody, librarian, and Mr. R, Neu, S.J., faculty moderator, boasts a collection of some 4200 books, embracing nearly every known topic, and a subscription to ninety-five of the latest periodicals. There is also a specific book case devoted entirely with books deal- ing with the choice of vocations which will give- the necessary information on any field in which the student is interested. Religious pamphlets, encyclo- pedias, fiction and non-fiction books and a compila- tion ofthe latest issues help to fill out the well-stocked library. May we take this opportunity to offer our deepest thanks to Miss Audrey Cates, our former librarian, for her active interest shown throughout her stay at Gonzaga and to extend our well wishes for her happi- ness.

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will glib WWW QVW M I X34 Left to right, Top Row: J. Goebel, R. Johnston, D. Lazas, Pyne l5arcy, J. Smith, J. Kelly, R. O'Connor. Middle Row: C. Liller, E. Kane, F. Harlow, J. Ward, H, Mullins, J, Byrne, O. Brien, J. Mullins. Front Row: W. Hillyard, S. Sigwald, F. Young, Capt., Mr. J, B. McGee, S.J., Moderator, C. Griffith, Lieut., J. Reynolds, Lieut., J. Currie, Lieut ' ' 1 THE BAND Ziff Hail, hail, Alma Mater. As the strains of our familiar Alma Mater roll across the field or are reechoed throughout the halls, a feeling of pride swells within our hearts. Who has stopped to think that this feeling is brought about only by many weeks of arduous practicing on the part of the band? An extra curricular activity, band practice is held exclusively outside of school hours. Each student is given a chance to play in the band with instruction by Mr. D'Urso and a mediocre ability is developed into a worth-4 while talent. But in order that the band may learn the rudiments of music and how to function as an organization instead of a collection of artists, practice was held twice a week on the top floor of Kohlman Hall. There under the direction of Mr. Joseph D'Urso and Mr. John McGee, S.J., as moderator, the band mastered many difficult pieces and added numerous songs to their repertoire. Parading in their dark blue coats and caps and white pants the band presented a worthy sight at many occasions throughout the year. At the annual St. John's game at Griffith Stadium, the band marched across the field and payed our respects to our rivals in the message of music. Again at the All-High All Prep game they presented an outstanding sight and gained the praises of all attending the Gonzaga School. The Band finally climaxed their year of success by playing at the Graduating Exercises. At present the band numbers twenty-five students from all years. The officers include Frank Young, Capt., and John Currie. Charles Griffith and Joseph Reynolds as senior officers. On behalf of the school let us take this opportunity to publicly thank the band for their splendid work and urge them on to even greater heights in the future. 64x MR. D'URSO, Director