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

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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.

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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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BERN ADI NE ROSENBAUM “Bcrnie BACKED HEART “A disposition congenial and affectionate. “Berme” is noted among us for her perpetual cheerfulness and for tnat willing to work spirit that has dis- played itself cn many occasions. Bcrnie intends to become a nurse next year, and we're sure that she is equal to that noble profession. When she leaves us, our sincerest good wishes will follow her. JAMES RUTH “Jim ST. BENEDICT “A faithful friend is a strong defense. Snes Ruth is known to most every- dy in Catholic Hi as “Jim.” He stands about five feet eleven and weighs about one hundred and sixty pounds. He comes from Geistown. Jim was the captain of the football team. He was elected Vice President of the Monogram Club and was a big factor in staging a successful dance for the club. He wants to lx- a lumber- jack when he leaves Catholic Hi. FRANCES SCHOENWALDER “Fratinie” ST. PATRICK Sweet is the word for her. Here is one of our girls who is loyal both to her friends and to her school. Making one feel at ease is her greatest delight. Another splendid quality Frannie possesses is that of being a good listener. Give every man thy ear. but few thy voice, wins Frannie's hearty approval, although one can be sure of a sympathetic response if troubles weigh heavily. She is quiet, sedate, and unobtrusive, but yet she is full of fun when one really knows her. Faithful and dependable librarian. HOWARD SHERMAN l Howdy ST. COLUMBA HENRY SNYDER Snvds ST. JOSEPH L Happiness is not perfected till it X is shared. Come day. go dav. God send oundav. ♦ Two of Howdy's main interests are ♦ basketball and the dismissal bell. His 1 popularity and manners are unsur- X passed. His wit and humor brighten I many a dull moment and account for I his success. He has a good school I spirit and takes part in many school I activities. Surely such a boy is hound 1 to go far. ; 1 1 1 Henry is usually referred to as John Pies twin brother. He is helpful, carefree, and gentlemanly. He is a regular fellow and has many friends. He never seems to have any worries, and his smile proves this. However, he is always helpful and willing to do anything tor anybody. JOHN SPACK Spotty ST.JOSEPH A perfect scholar, athlete, and gentleman, u’hat more can one want? Spacky is one of the boys who rank highest in school spirit. He balks at no work He has acquired his goal, a star on the foothall and basketball teams. You might have guessed by this time that he has offered invalu- able service when there was need of it. Remember his Williamsport contri- bution. ............... t :