Iona Preparatory School - Saga Yearbook (New Rochelle, NY)

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Arn Cafiero, Mr. Nardone, Don Scanlon, and Al Lennon. if Reading of ride ,minutes of the las: 'meeting' R J fi If UNDER the able guidance of Mr. Nardonne and inspired by its officers, Don Scanlon, Arnold Cafiero, and Al Lennon, the elocution class has be- come one of the most enterprising activities. The object of these speaking sessions is to correct flaws in grammar and diction common to its members. The class consists mainly of Juniors, from whose ranks many fine speakers have arisen, and who offer excellent examples to the Freshmen and Sophomores who have had little or no experience with this type of endeavor. These upperclassmen include John Sparkman, whose humor and verbal eloquence have become well known in Room 5, and who together with Sparky helped initiate the year successfully. The Sophomore Class has also contributed a number of notable orators in Richard fpreamblei Hynes, Jerry ll protest! Killcullen, and Bill Cos- tello, whose stirring speeches frequently won the praise of his classmates. Other notable members of the class are Joe Mor- ahan, Jim Reid, and Dick Lenihan. Besides these, many Freshmen have distinguished themselves. Of these, however, much will be heard in the coming years. ln all, Mr. Nardonne's period on Monday, Wed- nesday, and Friday is one which exerts a cultural and useful influence upon the students.

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....,,,, Back. Row: G. Vargis, F. Roche, C. Remuzzl, W. Grifall, R. Oehmsen, E. Hughes, J. McCann, L. Franzino, R. Barrie, R. Powers, W. Lynn, G. Parker. Middle Row: L. Oneill, H. Harkins, T, Fitzpatrick, A. D'Ynchausti, R. Unsworth, T. Daly, G. Parker, M. Lenahan, L. Brosnan, P. Franzoni, G. Roche. Front Row: A. Cueva, G. Cole, J. Donahue, T. McTigue, K. Ryan, P. Forsman, D. Mahoney, E. Roberts. THE advantages of being a good speaker are many. With this thought as a motivating factor, Br. M. P. Burns conducts this elocution class. James Baisley presides over the class while Miley McMil- lan ably assists him, and Jack Franz holds down the 0 double job of Secretary-Treasurer. c Selections from both poetry and prose have been recited, with humorous pieces coming from the lips of Dick Barrie, Phil Franzoni, George Senger, Bill Lynn, and Vincent Leggiadro. More serious poems occupy the talents of Dan Mahoney, Tony Cueva, Joe McCann, John Fitzpatrick, and Tom McTiqueg while Barbara Frietchie has become synonymous with Clint Remuzzi. A number of debates have been conducted con- cerning topics which range from Communism to baseball. Through these informal debates Luke O'Neil, Ray l-laaren, Herb l-larkins, Bob Unsworth and Kevin Ryan have been found to possess con- siderable talent in this field. Sports topics have by no means been neglected, and in this subject George Parker and Ed Roberts are well informed, Tom Fitzpatrick and George Cole follow the netmen, and Ed Hughes specializes in yachting. Dick Oehmsen is a first rate hunting en- thusiast, Mike Lenahan talks a fast game of tennis, and Harry Barret holds a distinct interest in cur- rent events. Valuable additions to the class because of their versatility are Bill Grifall, Tom Daly, John Dona- hue, and Frank and George Roche, also Lorenz Brosman, Paul Forsman, Antonio de Ynchausti, and Bob Sposato. '--a HK

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,C gg. :fad 704 7 of 7mm peep IONA SCHOOLQ NEW RO CHELLE Volume VI I I, No. IO June, I947 Lead Articles by Loftus Aside from columns and features, the main events of the year, such as the Senior and Junior Proms, were covered with efficiency. The St. Patrick's Day Parade, the Retreat, and the G, I. P.'s Pinafore were well covered for the front page by Senior Dick Loftus. Equally well done were the ar- ticles of interest chiefly to the parents-Mother's Auxiliary, Father's Council, and the Parent-Teachers Association, as well as other events cluring the year. News Puts Out Record Nine Issues A new feature made its debut with the sixth issue called How About You? Bob Curry, Assistant editor of thc paper and also author of the Alumni News col- umn, collaborated with Pat O'Neil to quiz members of the faculty and the student body on their likes, dislikes, and opinions. The two in- quiring photographers dis- covered many interesting angles on Iona, its habits, and its paper. This column really made the News Of, By, and For the students of Iona Prep, Assistant Editor Bob Curry and Editor Jim Hammon decide the next issue. EDITORIAL For the second consecutive year a Hammon has reigned as Editor-in-Chief of the Iona News. Jim Hammon took over the administration where his brother, Bob, had left off last year. Jim pro- duced many editorials and book reviews of distinction. In his editorials he embraced such important topics as vo- cations, the Retreat, missions, and education. This and his column of brief book re- ports, Best Sellers , were not his only chores. In ad- dition, he prepared the paper, the layouts and articles, and took general charge of the numerous and burdensome tasks that go with the job of Editor-in-Chief. CAPABLE DIRECTION MAKES NEWS SUCCESS As Moderator of all the school publications, Rev- erend Brother I-lickey guided the Iona News and the Saga through the uncertain beginnings and steered them over rough seas until they were able to pro- duce on their own. Brother Hickey applied the firm hand when it was needed but he let the staffs use their own ideas in turning out two highly successful publications. The Junior Staff of Curry, Becker, Mclnerney, Cracoi, and Williams talk it over. IO6 Moderator Brother Hickey Big Five Report Campus News Among the underclassmen on the staff were three promising sophomores, Roger Williams, Noel Becker, and Arthur Curry. Jay Vee Sports, News Notes , and other front page scoops were well written by this trio. Two talented Freshmen, Louis Craco and John Mclnerney, provided the paper with in- teresting news of the Gram- mar school, Midget sport activities, the Mother's Aux- iliary and the Father's Coun- cil. These five greatly con- tributed to the interest of the paper.