Johnstown Central Catholic High School - Memories Yearbook (Johnstown, PA)

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AGNES NITCH Adam ST PATRICK Aluuys smiling.’ Under the successful guidance of our capable Mission President, the Mission Society reached a high standard of achievement. Agnes used a lot of push to get the Charter for the Society. It would take a volume to describe all of Adam's good qualities and that's too much work for us because she has so-co-o-o-o-o many. Do not forget that a valuable asset in the nursing profession is a smile. Therefore, keep yours always. CLAUDE NITCH Kitch ST. PATRICK A gentleman and a scholar, but above all a true friend. Claude has a reputation for being a plugger. and this accounts for the reason why he can't be kept down meaning in football, as well as in school. He has school spirit which rates very high, and he stands in the circle of many friends. The motto. He can. he is willing, he did, can be applied to him. DOROTHY OSWALD Dot •T. PATRICK The way to have a friend is to be one Dot is very popular with both girls and boys; she is cheerfulness personi- bed. Many of our dull moments have been brightened by the sound of her giggle. Dot is an excellent dancer; and she possesses a fine voice, which was frequently heard in the operettas and cantatas Although she is often late for school, she is always present when any activity is going on. If the past is an indication of what the future holds. Dot will be a success. JAMES PARKINSON Parky ST. JOHN CUALBERT My tongue within my lips 1 rein. For who talks much must talk in vain. Parky” is one of the silent boys of the class He does not waste time talking, but is a firm believer in hard work as we all have seen. Nothing ever happens to disturb Parky's innate serenity Although industrious. Parky does not look like a book- worm Parky will have little trouble in attaining a high standard of success, for his determination and perseverance are his assurance of it. GRACE PARKS Gracie ST. PATRICK Readv. willing and able. Grace has a strong determination to do a thing well. For this reason she has merited a high scholastic standing. Always prepared to help others, she never begrudges a favor accomplished for others. In her you find a cheerful spirit which brightens a gloomy crowd; however, large crowds are not to her liking; she seems content when alone reading a thrilling mystery story Her sympathy for her friends is enough to soften a heart of stone. She appreciates a warm thank you and always re- turns it with a great smile of welcome. MICHAEL PETRUSKA Mil{e” ST. STEPHEN Brevity is the soul of unt.” Mike's slow and short answers gave many a laugh to us. He did slow but impressive work during his career at Catnolic Hi He often heeded the quotation Reserve thy judgment We shall particularly feel the loss of Mike because of his comical attitude toward any serious subject. We could not find his intentions for the future but we know they are good and hope he will succeed in them.

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GEORGE M1TERKO Deacon IT. COLUMBA “Arti icidl iunihmc. His good humor and «eemingly con fused manner of reciution have made him the joy of the commercial class. He has turned many a dull period into a humorous one by his remarks and questions. Deacon has served his Alma Mater well on the gridiron, for which we give him hearty thanks. Deacon showed great skill in Intra- mural Basketball and Football. HELEN M1TERKO “Terby ST. COLUMBA “Laugh and the world laughs with you. Helen has a knack for finding every- thing just like a fried egg—in other words, sunny side up. She is the pos- sessor of a contagious laughter which usually comes to a climax during General Science class We must also mention her outstanding ability as a dancer. We’ll miss you a lot during the coming years. Helen. FRANCIS MOTT “Fran ST. PATRICK Step by step the ladder is ascended. Even tempered, easy going Fran. His loyalty and dependability have won for him many friends. Being musically inclined he rendered much service to the school band and or- chestra His stout heart and perse- verance will lead him to great things in life. BETTY ROSE NEES “Betty Rose ST. BENEDICT “Betty Rose is cheerfulness personified With her worl( one is always satisfied. Fair of complexion, possessing a peren- nial smile. Betty Rose has always sup- plied that congeniality so desirable in every group of young people. Her generous nature, pleasant countenance and demureness have gained for her the admiration of the entire class. She was a participant in the band and the orchestra. Her main difficulty is con- vincing her classmates that she is NOT a fame:. She is carefree and nothing can down her conquering spirit LILLIAN NERAL “D ib“ ST. MARY “Smile and the world smiles with you. Lillian is one of our petite Misses who hails from the innermost part of the country. She is noted for her wit and humor. She is also one of our sweet song birds. In her Sophomore year she took part in the excellent operetta. Daniel Boone and. as a Senior, she took part in the Gilbert and Sullivan production. All at Sea. Although she is small of suture, this does not prevent her from doing big things. She is one who is welcomed into the hearts of all who know- her. ROBERT NEUBAUER “Bo d ST. JOSEPH Ambition and slpll nou no limits. Bob has distinguished himself as the Personality Kid Indeed, he has captured many a friend with his sim- plicity in getting acquainted. Bob has made an indelible impression on the minds of his classmates during his years at JCHS. Bob' had the ability to select the right word at the right time His descriptive passages will not soon be forgotten by those in his divi- sion. Bob will have little trouble with the future.

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ROBERT PHILLIPS Bob IT. PATRICK He who smiles is never lonely.' Bob u an all around hoy who enjoys much popularity. He has established himself as a manager of the senior academic intramural basketball team which had a most successful season Bob was also one of our dependable cheer leaders. He was elected to the office of Vice President of the Mission Society and he manifested a note- worthy seal in forwarding the cause. JOHN PIE Pie ST. JOHN GAULBERT Laugh and the world loughs with you. John is carefree and happy, as indi- cated by his constant smile. He can do almost anything that anybody else can. but his specialty is Pinochle. Confronted by his deep Kiss voice and his wide grin, any one would be helpless. Yet these same qualities have won friends and popularity for him. FRANCIS PLATT Franny ST. JOHN (MULBERT Cheerful company shortens the miles. Franny, is one of the executive type and leadership is among the first of his qualities He is always happy, and forever smiling, and this disposi- tion is responsible for his many friends. He was on both football and basket- ball teams, being captain of our State Champion basketball team, and his school spirit is rated with the best. He is an athlete, a scholar and a boy. ROSEMARY POPOVICH Rose Mary ST. STEPHEN It is good to be on the rood and going one knows not u-here. Rosemary is as pleasing as her name. Through her four years in Catholic High School she has made many friends. Gay, lively, and carefree she steals the hearts of many. She usually leads her class in school-spirit, and we know that in the future years she will con- tinue to be as ambitious and generous as ever. Rosemary, we honestly and sincerely hope that your graduation will not mean the end of our aequant- ance with you. WALTER POROWSKI Walt ST. CASIMIR Mighty jj a lion, gentle as a lamb.” The huskiest man in the class. Walt” was a center for Catholic Hi and was used to taking verbal bumps from his classmates. Walt is an active fellow and has helped put over many social affairs for Alma Mater. He never refused to help a friend in need. Walt played football and intramural basket- ball during his Junior and Senior years. He was President of the Monogram Club. NORA RAGAN Nannie ST. PATRICK Pep. Vim. and Vigor all combined. Another li e her would be hard to find. Fun loving' That truly describes Nonnie. Her cheerfulness has won her a place in the hearts of many stu- dents She is a fiery lass, ready to claim her rights, and is industry itself; no assignment ever boring seemed too big or difficult Nora is very much the modern high school girl, with her bright remarks and love of dancing and shows. Nora is surely bound to succeed in the world.