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

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JOHN CONCANNON Felix St. Joseph Parish Cyrano de Bergerac outlines the qualities of a great man: Genial, courteous, intel- lectual, virile, courageous. Such would be an :ipt description of John. He has a friendly attitude toward the faculty and his fellow classmates. During his four years of attend- ance he has proved his ability and aptitude for his studies. John will succeed because he has built himself a rich baokground and formed the habit of hard work. Orchestra 1-2-3-4 C. S. M. C. 1-2-3 Band 1-2-3-4 Holy Name 2-3-4 lntram'l Basketball 3-4 Class Counselor 3-4 DOLORES CORTES Corky St. Patrick Parish This vivacious young Spanish Senorita is anloutstanding member of our class. Even though she carries a heavy schedule :ind is part of most of the extra Curricular acti- vities, she maintains a high scholastic standard. Her fine school spirit has won her a host of friends. She has won a cher- ished place in our hearts. Operctta 3-4 Mission Rep. 2 Cantata 1-2-3-4 Sodality Promoter l May Crowmng 1-2 C. S. M. C. 1-Z-3-4 Handmaid 1-Z-3-4 Glee Club 2-3-4 Sodality 1-2-3-4 Class Counselor 4 ARLENE COSTLOW Are St. John Gualbert Parish Are is a very dainty and likable Miss. Her election in the Senior Council proves her dependability. When she speaks, the faces of her listeners light up with a responsive gleam. She possesses that certain elusive something called personality which attracts numerous friends. Her voice is ever soft, gentle and low. It, serves to strengthen our opinion of her-she is a lady. LOIS DORAN Loie St. Joseph Parish Lois is detinitely the most carefree, fun-loving member of the class of '45. She has an undying loyalty for her school and is such an amiable person that no one can resist her. 'L lioie goes all out for sports and her favorite pas- time is dancing. Her cheerfulness will open a door when other keys fail. JOSEPHINE DROBNICK 'tJoe Sacred Heart Parish t'.loe is a welcome friend to any crowd. She is a diligent worker and excellent in her studies. Her one ambition is to be a secretary and with her stick-to-itive- ness she is bound to succeed. As a class counselor, she was well chosen and very deserving of the position. She is one who is always welcome in the hearts of her,friends. Class Counselor 4 C. S. M. C. 1- Basketball 4 Glcc Club Cantata 1-2-3-4 Handmaid I- Operetta 3-4 Sodality I- May Crowning Handmaicl 1-2-3- Basketball Cantata Glce Club 2-3- Sodality Promoter C.S. M. C. 1-2 3 Opcrctta May Crowmng Sodality 1-2 3 Class Counselor C. S. M. C 1-2-3- Librarian 2-3- Handmaid 1-2-3- Sodality l-2 3 4 May Crownmg 1 Class Play

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C. S. M. C. 1-2- Operetta 1 Intramural 1-2- Cheer Leader Mission Society 2-3-4 Year Book Committee 4 Class Counselor 3-4 Class Play Glcc Cluh 2-3 Glee Club Hanclmaid 1-2- Cantata Basketball May Crowning Sodality 1-Z-3-4 Operetta 3-4 C. S. M. C. 1-2-3-4 Sodality Secretary 3 Class Counselor 4 Basketball Sodali ty 1-2- Handmaicl 1-2- May Crowning C, S. M. C. 1-2-3-4 Cantata 1-2-3 Glcc Club 2-3-4 hlission 2 JAMES BRETT Jim St. Patrick Parish Jim is well known for his keen sense of humor and his fine personality. He is always ready to enjoy a good laugh and a kind joke. Light-hearted as he may seem, he can be serious at the proper time. His achievements are multiple and thorough, most eminent among them being a good scholastic record, and a rare acting ability. Here in embryo, we feel, is a distinguished career on the stage. MARY THERESA BURKE Burkie Our Lady of Mercy Parish t'Burkie's twin characteristics of cheerfulness and pleasantness make her one of the most delightful girls in the class. This truly Irish lass is one of the happiest Seniors. She is quite a movie fan and is very fond of dancing. Her generous, vivacious nature has gained for her the admiration of the entire class, nothing can down her conquering spirit. MARY ELLEN CAMPBELL .tRed,. St. John Gualbert Parish t'Red, one of the attractive commer- cial seniors, hails from Conemaugh Borough. With her jolly nature and winning smile she captures the friend- ship of all who know her. Mary Ellen is all out for Catholic High. She works long and perseveringly and enjoys the fruits of her labor. It's good luck and happiness we're wishing her. SARA ANN CAVANAUGH Sally St. Patrick Parish Class Secretary A cheerful smile and a willing disposition, these are Sally's outstanding character- istics. Besides being the class Secretary, she is the golden-voiced canary of the senior class. She has a fine sense of humor and gets and gives joy by imitating others. Be- cause of her sincerity, her achievements and her high ideals, we are glad that she belongs to the class of '45, Cantata 1-4 Handmaid 1-3-4 Operctta 1-2-4 Glec Club 3-4 JAMES CHASE Goose St. John Parish Jim, or more commonly called Goose, is one of the regular fellows of our class. He is rarely seen without his familiar smile. Jim goes in for all sports and is one of the best high school centers around, offensively and defensively. He hopes some clay to play professional basketball, Jim is a great guy and will always be remembered and liked by all. Football 2-3-4 C, S. M. C. 2-3 Basketball 1-2-3-4 Monogram Club 2-3-4

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C. S. M. C. Holy Name FRANCIS ECKENRODE Eckle St. Patrick Parish Eckie is a quiet, friendly fellow whose personality and sense of humor have won him many friends. Though not a book worm, he does well in his studies. His accomplish- ments include a considerable knowledge of and experience with automobile motors. Catholic Highs football and basketball teams have no more loyal fan than Eckie. We know his future won't depend on luck alone. 1-Z-3-4 2-3-4 lntram'l Basketball 1-2-3 Football 1-2 C. S. M. C 1-2-3 lntram'l Baskctlfl 1-2-3-4 Holy Name 2-3-4 Clce Club 2-3 Year Book Committee 4 ROBERT ECKENRODE Bob St. Patrick Parish Bob is a rock of good common sense. He has a reserve that immediately impresses upon you the deep richness of his character. Before he left us at the end of the first semester for the Navy, he put in long hours on the year book. With all Bob's seriousness, he appreciates the part that the lighter vein must play in school life. Electrical engineering is in his plans for the future. Hanclmaid 1-2-3-4 Glcc Club 2-3 Hzindmaid 1-2-3-4 C. S. M. C 3-4 Librarian 2-3-4 Sodality 1-2-3--4 Sodality 1-2-3-4 Cantata 3 C. S. M. C l-2-3-4 Memories Staff 4 RITA ERLINGER Rita MILDRED FISHER Millie St. Benedict Parish Rita comes from Geistown and is proud of it. She possesses a quiet enthusiasm for her work and an under- standing, happy outlook on the problems of life. She is an active and ardent follower of the Crimson Crushers, in fact, a staunch supporter of all activities at J. C. H. S. Wel support the statement that she will reach her goal in ife. St. Patrick Parish Mildred is a quiet but very cheerful girl. Endowed with the 'gift of perseverance, she holds fast to the duty at hand until it is finished. She is a lover of books and goodmovies. Mildred likes all sports, but football is her favorite. Her many friends at J. C. H. S. ask fortune to be kind to her. DONALD FLYNN Earl St. Joseph Parish Earl as he is called by his fellow students, is the ambitious type. He is very seldom in trouble and when it comes to school spirit he is right in there pitching. Although he never took part in any sports, he makes sure to witness them. His favorite saying is L' the army will win. He got this saying from football because he is a true army fan. C. s. M. c 1-2-3-4 Holy Name 2-3-4