Mary Manse College - Brescian Yearbook (Toledo, OH)

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DECEMBER As Christmas came snowhalling nearer and nearer many of us sufiered from that annual holiday malady, 'cargylilis . Fortunately, none of these cases proved fatal, and many a lucky man was richer by one pair of multi-colored socks, come Christmas morn. The 'ghudding artists on campus were hostesses at Lourdes Annex during the Art Club tea at which they displayed the results of their artistic talents. The exhibit included works in watercolor, pen and ink. oil, and chalk, as well as extensive displays of pottery, metal, and leathercraft. At their annual Christmas assembly the Glee Club held our attention with a selection of tradi- tional carols and a tuneful 'QMerry Christmas to each and her akin. In preparation for this joyful season we did not forget the needy families of the city. Each class provided two bushel-baskets filled with food to brighten the Christmas tables in a few of these homes. Filling Christmas baskets Fitting the Christmas formal 76

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Turning to our own country Marie Therese Mackin, in her address entitled mllhe Call to Heroic Lay Actionn, outlined our part in this struggle and under the heading c'The Highest Heroism- Religious Life Chresscnce Nolan pointed out that much of the burden of the education and care of humanity and the storming of heaven with much-needed prayers is done behind convent Walls, unseen and often unknown - truly the highest form of heroism. In his response, our Most Reverend Bishop culminated this series by reemphasizing what had already been said and encouraging Catholic Youth to enter public life and the literary and dramatic fields where Catholic inlluence is alartningly absent. He pointed out that we, as Catholics, should lead the world in all fields to a better understanding of the moral law that binds us and the universe that surrounds us. ln this way, coupled with unceasing prayer, we can heed the :Tall to Heroism.'7 Q They call for heroism 75

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JANUARY Wintel' full Service with a smile The New Year greeted our fair city in a very unkind way with ice here, ice there, ice every- where - and in its midst the Student Council said a cheery HHappy New Yeari' by way of its holiday dance. Urban Hall was transformed into a magnificent dance hall, decorated with pastel-colored streamers, beautiful formals, and happy faces. Burton Spearis orchestra provided the music for dancing and was a suitable accompaniment for the gay mood which filled the air. The end of the month saw also the end of the first semester and-but perish the thought! - exams! The weather outside was frightful and so was the state of mind of many a harrassed and worried student. But this condition did not prevent us from enjoying the role of hostess to the Central Catholic High School senior girls who udropped in to get a view of college life. Our guests toured the campus, attended a skit presented by the senior class and the Student Council, and afterwards relished tea and cookies in Brescia. Everyone enjoyed her visit very much and we hope to see many of these same faces among us next year. 77