La Salle Academy - Maroon and White Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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LA srttte ACADEMY ALBERT JAMES CILRTIN 254 NARltAtQANSE'l'T STREET Cnusrov. R. I. Albert James Curtin of 254 Narragansett Street. Cranston. a graduate of Saint Paul's Junior High School. entered La Salle in September, J944. Al, a good student. always does his work conscientiously. His lightning speed on skates and quick thinking made him a worthy hrst string hockey player. His athletic ability also obtained for him the school letter in baseball. He is joining the service as soon as his domestic affairs are in order. He has the best wishes of his class- mates for a happy future. FRANCIS JOSEPH CIIRRAN 96 Eriiyi-:wit Srtuztir Pnoviotivpil. R. I. Four years ago a capable. resourceful young man entered La Salle. Bud . as he is called. is a diligent scholar and his efforts have been rewarded by high scholastic achievement throughout his stay at La Salle. His personality has won him many a lasting friendship among the faculty and his fellow students. After graduation 'ABud plans In attend Providence College and follow a pre-medical course. We all know that the same spirit which has characterized his success here will make him equally successful in all future endeavors. RAXNIOND JOSEPH CURRAN 94 Htitox STREET Pitmloavrri-3. R. l. Ray entered La Salle from Blessed Sacrament in 1944. He followed a Science course and constantly attained high marks. By his pleasing personality and ready smile Ray acquired the lasting friendship of all vthom he came in contact with. He has not made up his mind as to what he plans to do after graduation. We are sure that with his eagerness to learn and ambitious nature. Ray will easily succeed in his chosen profession. HAROLD PAVL DAIGLE SLMMER Smut-:T Wooxsofikm. R. l. Harry. as he is known to his friends around La Salle. came to our school in '44 as a Sophomore. Since then he has won many friends around the school. He is quiet. modest. and a very likable fellow with a good word for everyone. Harry will always be remembered as a great guy and a grand sport. Harry intends to go to Rhode lsland State upon graduating from La Salle. Best wishes. Harry. throughout the coming years. Thirty-four JOHN RICHARD DALTON 18 Crimes Cot ur Woossofzktzr. R. I. Jack entered La Salle in his sophomore year hailing from the hunt- ing grounds known as Woonsocket. He is one of the most respected members of his class. studious. dependable. and amiable. His plans for the future are uncertain hut we feel confident that whatever he pursues after leaving La Salle will be successful and efficient. With him go the wishes of the class of '47 for overwhelming success in all his undertakings.

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SQ C L A S S XMAROON and want ' of I4 7 x RAYMOND PXKL DAME 69 Emtoxrrg .tvrzxttz PIIOYIDI-INIII-1. R. l. Since Ray entered La Salle four years ago his scholastic and ath- letic records. his infectious laugh and sanguine personality have all contrihuted to make him one of the outstanding personages of the class. Although as a student Ray ltas few peers, nevertheless. he has found time to compete in Baseball for three years. Ray intends lo matriculate at Providence College to further his education. where, with his ebullient wit and candid character he will assuredly con- tinue to reflect credit on his former teachers. Good luck. Ray. 6 Hove Srtngm' CERXLIJ TXFT ll-XRLINH 9 H-tim-'onto Avrixttz CKIt'lXIl.l.t-I. Mxss. Gerald came to La Salle in 1944 as a Sophomore front Medway High. in Massachusetts. A quiet and modest chap. he is exceedingly indus- trious in his school work. During his three year stay he has had a perfect attendance. and has been an honor student. He was an enthu- siastic follower of all the school teams although never personally tak- ing part in sports. Although not sure of his future career. we are all certain that he will he a great success in contributing to the world of tomorrow. 26 Tn xrcn I-ll! S'l'Itl-1la'l' JOHN YINCI-INT IJEFFLEY. JH. 36 Ltmnzts S1'tn:i:'r Woonsoctcm, H. l, ln September 194-4. Mount St. Charles lost a fine student and athlete. hut it was to La Salle! advantage. .lack has proved this hy his admirahle qualities and likable personality. This tall, handsome native of Woonsocket displayed his athletic ability while he was on the varsity basketball team of the '44-45 season. After his junior year the U. S. Marines claimed jack. He returned to La Salle in September 194-6. after getting his discharge the same month. Jack plans to attend Dartmouth College to study engineering. We all know he possesses the altility to become a success in this well chosen field. XRTHl H l-l'IXNlJl-IH ll :Xrt came to La Salle from Central ,lunior High School as a freshman. His scintillating humor and jovial per important part of our curriculum. His uncanny ability to emerge smiling and successful from his diverse us. He has been a loyal supporter of La him every success in whatever career h that Art will be a worthy alumnus of ALFRED EA MON DA RCY Nonrn Pnoylmzwcrg, R. I. .Xlthough always ready to crack a joke. :Xl has a serious side to his nature as attested by the fac't that his time after school hours is hlled by his duties at a neighborhood store. Al came to us from Fruit Hill Grammar School and during his stay has always been up to par in all his studies. Although his future is undecided. we are sure he will succeed in anything he may choose to work at. flood luck. Al. XWSON. JH. Exsr Pnovlntcvgti. R. l. sonality have constituted an dilemmas has long intrigued Salle activities. We all wish e may Choose. and we know La Salle. Best of luck, Art. Thirty-five iff' ft vyd H Ot Q N ' pfb CE

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NIWQ N i ,W c L A s s of '4 7 rfiefiz 0 tw JOHN cR.xt:TREE ho If 540 Miami.:-,s S'rm:i11' Plzoviuigxciz, R, I, ln 1944. there arrived at La Salle a favorite son of St. Ann's. Provi- dence. johnny Crabtree. Although Johnny never made the honor roll he has maintained a high average in his studies. Quiet and reserved though he is. Johnny has made many friends at La Salle. He is strictly an outdoor man. liking such things as hunting and fishing. When he leaves La Salle he plans to study Electrical Engineering at R. l. State. We all wish him luck. EDWARD DEMIE CROFTON 231 GALLATIN STREE1' Paoviuizxciz. R. l. Having three full years of track at La Salle. Ed was on the All State Track Team as a Sophomore and has remained there all through his career at La Salle. He was a participant in field events. ln his studies he shows the same determination he does on the athletic Helds. After graduation Ed expects to take up dentistry at George- town fniversity where we all know he will he very successful. Good luck. Ed. .IANIES FRANCIS CRONIIY 163 Cayo Srinim' Piu,n'tuigv:iL. R. l. ,lim was a member of the class of '43. Before he could complete his schooling, Ile volunteered his services to his country. After serving faithfully in the United States Navy for three years. he came hack to La Salle to finish his education. While here this past year he has made many friends because of his outstanding friendliness and good humor. We sincerely wish ,lim the best of luck in the future. no matter which field he chooses. JOSEPH WALTER IIROOK 314 01-no Avaxw: Pnoxiiiigwrzu. R. I. ,loe joined the La Salle track team in his junior year. The mighty weight and size of Joe enabled him to secure his letter with ease. ,loe showed an unheatahle spirit in the face of any adversity. In studies ,loe showed the same indomitahle spirit and determination. A cheerful disposition. an infectious grin. a pleasing personality and a rare ability to get along with his companions will insure his success. Best of luck. ,loe. in your future life. PASQLTALE GENNIO CUCULO 58 llioLi1wiL1.iL AVEYI ri NORTH PRovmt1NCi:. R. I. ' Pat came to La Salle in 1943 from Lymansville Grammar School. Known to his classmates as a conscientious student, his elfervescent personality and razor-sharp wit have gained him countless friends dur- ing his stay here. He plans to enter Providence College where he will pursue a dental course. We all wish you the utmost in success. Pat . I Thirty-three