Mount Saint Marys College - Eagle Yearbook (Orchard Lake, MI)

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HARRY J. KOMAJDA Detroit, Michigan Harry was one of those easy-to-get-along-with fel- lows. His energy and determination to get ahead were added reasons for his success. His perseverance and amiability will assure him a successful future as a dentist. Harry intends to enter Notre Dame to pursue his studies in that regard. X .. 69 .'A.'-fQ1fE55EZilE1f'l1:Zfi?-,'fT.1'2 F 'i 'f ' .il QI L5552511.ZEg.'iik'.iTi.4SFri llllfi ' .. ,-..-...7.':'f.g,l.. 'Q' ' ' GEORGE M. KOWALEWSKI Sbamokin, Pennsylvania Doc, as he is commonly called, has shown himself to be an honor student in his academic studiesg he was also an able orator. He is a lover of music and all things aesthetic. We wish you success in the field of medicine, Doc. VERNON M. NORKIEWICZ Chicago, Illinois Rabbit's amiable personality was the result of his motto, Smile and the world smiles with you. Never to shirk his duty, he rolled up his sleeves and got down to work whenever it was required. His amiable personality and perseverance should make him a suc- cessful Priest.

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'TL T ' . ' '. 17 'T ' '- 1.'.'J. f.. 3.1. j..'.T.I..'Lgl2'Q,I,.j' ,IkLQiQIl1-:Xia-'Z.1I' -.,. . ..,.....,.. ......cr.. s..-.-:' :....w-........... ....-.. .fat -.Em-. 4 -. r I- .F .E v..',51.:ne.., ,L:::.:..1.:IQ:n:.- STANISLAUS A. WALENTYNOWICZ Chicago, lllinoir Hoppy, who hails from Chicago, did all with un- excelled ambition. An outstanding player in intra- mural competition, a zealous student and active in extra-curricular events, Stan can't help but succeed in his future optometric studies at Loyola University. :rl 5? I.-i ..... . . .gg-iz, .,-....tL...............,i..... .L-. -'- L '!f2...xJ .5.L::t:L i?'3. ,' N , ,,,,..---... . .0-..... LAWRENCE A. KOLITO St. Claire Shafer, Michigan Rarely does one see Larry without his broad beam- ing smile. Never say die well fits his continuous pursuits in matters academic, especially mathematics and science. His star was also bright in his athletic pursuits. He intends to enter Michigan Institute of Technology to further his studies in Chemical En- gineering. ' FELIX J. OLEKSZYK Detroit, Michigan Full of vim, vigor and vitality, Fido was well known on the campus for his friendliness and good humor. An eager participant in all sports, he will be best re- membered as a miler on the track team. We wish him the best of luck in his aspirations toward the Priest- hood. '...s . ,-....., .......- ........ . ..,. ,...e. mn.- i ...l..-:1 .......1 68 ..4

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t1Gusnr ujoeyn .ncchatlievn CLHSS Hlilllllll 1946-1947. It was a warm, comfortable day in September of 1946, when ninety-seven young men made their debut on the campus of St. Mary's as Freshmen. At first, we were a lost and frightened group of Freshies. Nostalgia befell a number of us, but since we were a large class, it gradually disappeared. Soon we had our first class meeting with Father Orlik, our classmaster, who immediately gained our love and respect. Our first task was the designing of a class emblem. Father Kubik was our disciplinarian. He organized a number of intramural teams and soon we became class activity conscious. We had a great number of representatives on the Reserve Teams for basketball and track as well as football and baseball. Among our many interesting experiences was our first meeting with the Polish Refugee boys. They be- came our classmates and before long we were fast friends. Soon the school year came to an end. We left St. Mary's in June to enjoy a well deserved summer recess. 1947-1948. The summer months went by quickly and soon we found ourselves once again at St. Mary's. This time we bore much happier features, since now we were all acquainted with one another. A pleasant year boomed ahead of us. We became organized under the able .guidance of our new class- mastet, Father Swastek. We purchased a statue of St. Therese of the Child jesus with the generous con- tributions received from our many friends and rel- atives. It now stands on the Sophomore corridor in the Noah's Ark. Later, we contributed our share towards the purchasing of a new electric scoreboard for the gymnasium. Studies appeared to be more difficult than in the previous year, and we welcomed the summer vacation all the more. 1948-1949. Another summer recess elapsed and we made our third appearance on St. Mary's campus. Our new residence became the College Barracks. Father Swastek was our new disciplinarian and to him we owe many thanks for his fatherly guidance and direction. We were all pleased to see each other and yet dis- appointed, for some of our classmates did not return. The number had diminished to fifty. During the course of the year we purchased class rings with the kind assistance of Father Rozak, our classmaster. We were the first class of St. Mary's High to be privileged to have the new coat of arms appear on our rings. Our intramural teams were strong and well or- ganizedg we were the victors of the Memorial Day Track meet. As a token of admiration and friendship toward the graduating Seniors, we presented a program, Gaudeamus, which brought back fond memories of our exploits together. Another year came to pass. At this time we were mindful of the fact that in a few months we, too, would make our final departure from the campus of St. Mary's. 1949-1950. At the opening of our final high school year. the members of the Class of SO, con- sisting of 43, seemed to be in a very happy mood. Soon after our return a class meeting was called. New officers were elected and the solidarity mani- fested forecasted a happy and successful year. Plans were completed for the class outing, the yearbook, graduation pictures and above all, preparations for the Commencement Exercises. With the cooperation of the Juniors, we purchased a television set, which became the main attraction of our new Club Room. We seemed to encounter a few difficulties in our studies, but such trivialities--Graduation was ahead! ! ! ! Yes, this Graduation Day will indeed remain a memorable one in our lives. As we take final leave of St. Mary's we whisper prayers of thanksgiving for the blessings we have received during the course of our four year stay. We shall always remember St. Mary's and ever be grateful to her for the achieve- ments we may attain in the future. G-abby Ding-Dong Boozer .lefl'Y ,.. 70