Newton Catholic High School - Newton Yearbook (Newton, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1974 volume:

a f e. See's, we aa newten catholic high sahoes newton, massachusetts Everytime I look in the mirror, all these lines in my face getting clearer. The past is gone. With it went my life dust to dawn. Isn't that the way everybody's got his dues in life to pay? DREAM ON Half my life's in book written pages. Live and learn for fools and for sages. You know it's true. All the feelings come back to you. Dream on Dream on Dream on Dream until your dreams come true. Sing with me. Sing for the year, Sing for the laughter, Sing for the tears. Sing with me just for today. And maybe tomorrow, the good Lord will take you away. Copyright @ Frank Connelly Music Daksel Music Corp. 1973. Used by permission. : It is difficult to accumulate four years of experiences into a theme, one main stream of thought. One finds it limit- ing to sum up high school by mere words, when in the end it was the feelings that counted. The song 'Dream On cap- tures both our feelings and thoughts as best we can portray them: How old we've grown and yet how young we are! Twelve years of educational experience behind us and yet how little we know of what lies ahead! Bathe in your memories, but take caution not to drown in them. Our learning shall no longer be based solely on books, but on our understanding of what we learned in those books. So as we conclude this portion of our lives, and prepare to conceive a unprecedented one: CRY for JOY, EXULT in your ACHIEVEMENT Do not hesitate to dream, for it is in so doing that our aspirations come true. THE PLACE OF OUR DREAM Newton Catholic High School is a small, private, catholic school, supported by five parishes in Newton and Waltham. It is known for its high scholastic achievement. The classes are small and the students benefit from individual attention. The atmosphere is loose and easy. Students and teachers enjoy one another, Another plus is that the students get to know each other on a more personal level than in a larger school. Sports are big at Newton Catholic. Football, basketball, and baseball games provide the fans with a chance to display their spirit. While these teams have not always been the best in their leagues, the sch ool has always taken pride in their accomplishments. Newton Catholic was once known as Our Lady Help of Christians. The past few years have seen drastic changes in our school. Most of this has occurred with the arrival of our principal, Sister Anna Vin- cent. 'Sarge as her nickname implies can be tough when the situa- tion calls for it. She has worked to modernize the school's approach to education. In a matter of months, she revised the dress code, in- troduced a variety of new courses and experimented with a seven-day course schedule. Through her efforts, S ister Anna Vincent has changed Newton Catholic into a school where freedom and responsi- bility are dominant qualities, The attitude of the students is expressed in their willingness to help others who are facing personal tragedy. There is always someone to offer a hand, This characteristic in the student body has been shown time and again. They have the ability to pull together in time of need. And so with the threat of parochial school closings among us, N.C, is being put on the line. For all of us who have attended New- ton Catholic, so much of our lives has revolved around our school and it is this attitude and spirit that we have learned here, that we hope to preserve. WS iid. ot simadl at It Anny AG ) Oils ‘, he A new day is born In which to grow... Wb oek-melot-bol-g—r wren ole! Refreshes our lives... The cycle is never. Complete... —« GCRDERGL ASR MER -canenntnenysestsy teactanasinnneminsiing,, PRG | | Freshmen are important They are the cornerstone of the school. Relevent not only to the future But to the present. Freshmen must not be pushed aside, But acknowledged and nourished. They are fresh and alive Bursting with potential. Even as a Senior, I must concede That I too, Was once a Freshman. tire s 25) aes SE I am but one piece of an interlocking puzzle. And I am not complete, until I am joined With something greater than myself. SOpHOMOrGs i Sophomore year is a time ot living. There are no impressions to make, No pressures to hold you down. Find out what joy there really is In life. Getting to know people whom you Never really saw before. Sophomore year... a time for laughing At things a lot more easily; When smiles are automatic And disappointment gone forever. But most important, it is a year When hope is abundant. When every aspect of life is fresh With promise. 13 Together... It seems worthwhile when we're all here, as individuals, unique people and yet so much a part of each other, discovering people around and becoming at ease with ourselves. “il i i Being a Sophomore means... We can step on Freshmen, not worrying about college, having to take gym good honest friendships only two years left, getting to know each other, no one breathing down your neck, and going to the Junior prom (maybe). The Junior year- A growing time A harvest time for individuals, A time to develop a strong, unique personality. cep ) Sas. oe = we: Hi fi ¢ Hi) sat oc. ee: nana , os Swe aw Sescsre VeeNessistes: Sete goons. It is great being a Junior. You are right in the middle of things, Finally an upperclassman Almost a Senior, You can dream about the future Instead of worrying about it. You can concentrate on studying Instead of the yearbook. As a Junior everything Has possibilities. As a Senior everything Has deadlines. Yes, it is great being a Junior. But not great enough To want to go back. SON et oe es cope oe Then one at the edge of the crowd spoke, 000 saying, Who are you, and by what authority do you speak these words to us? And if I count myself a counselor of men it isonly because my soul, which is one with yours, has preached to me. FACULTY ON INTRODUC- TORY PAGE SISTER EUDES DAY DEACON CHARLES HUGHES MS, BEATRICE MIRANDA SISTER CORONA DEGNAN 12 MR ROBERT, FISHER SISTER GRATIA MALONEY MR. DAVID DAVIAU SISTER MARY MALONE REVORLERO OWENS REV. “ROBER CONNORS MR, EDWARD BUCKLEY MR. STEPHEN KAROL SISTER ALONZO McELHENNEY MR. RAY MALM MRe PETER MULHERN SISTER KATHLEEN MORAN SISTER BERNADETTE GALLAGHER MR. RALPH BARILE 5-5 MR{ JOSEPH GREELEY 16. SISTER LOIS ANN WALSH Atnan WHY DO YOU FIND TEACHING AT NC WORTHWHILE? The students are practically the only worthwhile reason for being here. The students are receptive to the learning process. ' Most of the student body is open, friendly and willing to meet you half- way... Just as the students are given a good deal of freedom, I feel the teach- ers also have a good deal of freedom. It is worthwhile because of the great need I see for a Catholic Chris- tian education, It is helpful to be with young Catholics and help them in discovering their faith. T find it worthwhile in terms of the informal atmosphere which is evident. Also I enjoy a small school where the teachers can get to know the student on more than a strictly teacher-student level. I feehas though a lot of the kids at NC really need someone to be able to talk to and ask for advice. WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE OVER- ALL ATTITUDE OF THE STUDENTS? Needs improvement. ' Depends on the student. . . however, the overall attitude is one of at least an attempt to learn. Tl think that the majority of stu- dents at Newton Catholic are very nor- mal teenagers, basically concerned for the others in their classes as well as for the teachers. Immaturity. Far out, Basically, an attitude held by many students is I we am no good, I'm not worth much, or I can't do it, it's too hard. It is an attitude I strongly disagree with... Many times you find yourself asking: Are they going to come through? And you're kept hanging til the last gun but they always do come through. From the above faculty opinions, it is evident why we appreciate our faculty members. Nl en NOANhRWONE MRS. JOSEPHINE PEPPER MR. STEPHEN LINEHAN MR. ROBERT FALLON SISTER MARY MURPHY SISTER ALICE BROWNE REV. GEORGE DUFOUR MISS JANET PUTNAM 8. LO. 11. 12; 13) MR. RONALD SIMBOLI MR, STEPHEN BAISDEN REV. JOSEPH SCORZELLO MR. CHARLES SALAMONE MS. JEAN WRIGHT MR. JOSEPH DILLON MR. EDWARD DOHERTY MS. MARTHA CLARK SISTER RITA TONRY REV. JAMES MORAN MR. DAVID SEAY SISTER ELENOR KEANE What does one say to those who have helped him grow to be somewhat better than before. Be- cause of their guidance, our future is not so uncertain. Not only are they teachers, but friends. Advice is not scoffed at, but taken seri- ously. The classroom atmosphere is open and friendly. So with the end upon us, and a new beginning ahead, we say thank you for showing us how to be our own man. Together they work, making that which we find difficult, easier. Be eee AD MAMTA Paul Murphy, Chairman of the school board, responded to our questions, the following is an edited version: What has the school board accomplished? In April 1973, an apparently herculean task lay before the Newton Catholic School Board, which was meeting for the first time. Considerations about bud- geting, accounting, enrollment, transportation, administration and even the function of the board itself, were to be placed before us. In its less than one _ year of operation, the board is confident in the disposition of these problems, insofar as possible at this time, as well as several other matters that arose to _ confront us in later meetings (e.g. how could we provide scholarship assistance to students needing this help? ) What are the goals of the school board, how close have you come to these goals? .«« Lhe School Board seeks to insure a stable, successful, dynamic and heal- thy Catholic School System in Newton. We are engaged in an.endeavor which is unique to the Archdiocese of Boston, that of the consolidated school ... The board is indeed optimistic and confident about the success of this new school system... As Chairman of the School Board, how do you feel about the group? It is a pleasure to be able to share the responsibility for the Newton Catholic Schools with the members of the Board. Obviously, without them, this new ex- periment in educational systems would not be possible and could not have suc- ceeded. Publicly, I would like to say to all of them, thank-you. Members and alternates of the - - School Board is as follows:... Joseph Baranosky Sister Yvonne Bossi Joseph Chevarley Sister Anna Vincent Clark Rev. Donald Clifford Mary Coletti Rev. Robert Connors Rev. John Corcoran Claire Cox Karol Donney Dominic Dougherty Rev. Robert Fichtner Sister Bernadette Gallagher Rev. Msgr. William Granville Sister Rita Hennessy Sister Therese Higgins Sister Margaret Horan Sister Eleanor Keane William King Rev. Joseph McGlone Rev. Msgr. John McManmon Sister Simon Morrissey Mary Murphy Paul Murphy William Nealon Joan O'Halloran Rev. Msgr. Daniel Reordan Mary Terry James Waters MONSIGNOR JOHN MCMANMON As administrator for Newton Catholic School, Monsignor Mc- Manmon has many duties. His responsibilities include the upkeep of the school, maintenance, per- sonnel and the burden of finances. Monsignor's job requires pa- tience and persistence. We realize that his job is not an easy one. We rarely see Monsignor at school, for his work is behind the scenes. He is always on the giving side and he gives his all, not asking anything in return. Hisrole, _ makes him responsible for keep- ing Newton Catholic going. With- out the backing of Monsignor McMahmon, we would find our school missing a lot that we now take for granted. As the first graduating class of Newton Catholic, we wish to thank Monsignor McManmon for all the extra effort he has put into trans- forming Our Lady's High into Newton Catholic. We realize all that he has done for us and we are grateful. The role of a High School Principal is a very complex one. We see mountains of papers, endless meetings, and discip- line, all of these duties calling for attention. But Sister Anna Vincent performs all these time consuming tasks without letting them stand in the way of being her own kind of principal. Sarge , as she has been nicknamed, is a different type of leader. She's dedicated and she's concerned. What does this mean? It means that we have been provided with opportunities to grow, that not only our educational requirements, but our personal needs receive her concern. Sarge has a unique way of getting her message across. She challenges you, but she doesn't stop there, she dares you, she gets you so mad that you go ahead and do it, just to show her. It's funny how you can be furious at her one minute and feel so close to her the next. Sister Anna Vincent understands, that's her big plus! Sister probably doesn't realize this, but many of us do understand her, we realize the problems that she must cope with. We can tell when she is discouraged and we feel discouraged too! But through it all Sarge has stuck with us, that's dedication! Sarge is a fighter, we can fight and provoke her, but in the long run, you know she'll win. She's fighting for us, to make us face life, face each other, but most important-face ourselves. She's fighting to provide us with a well-rounded education of life. The odds are against her two hundred to one, but with Sarge there are no odds. She knows what she wants and she gets it. You may say that any really concerned principal can function in this fashion. That may be so, but can they also give, along with a part of themselves, a part of their faith? That this is a Catholic school has been made perfectly clear to us. We have been provided with the guidelines for living as a Christian. Yet the decision has been left to us. The difference between an ordinary principal and Sister Anna Vincent is one very big factor, her faith, in us and in God. I wouldn't want to be in her shoes. I doubt that anyone could do a better job. I wish that there was some way to say thanks, but the only thanks we can provide is by living up to her expectations of us. How shall we choose? SISTER ANNA VINCENT Time it was, And what a time it was, It was... A time of innocence, A time of confidences. Long ago... It must be... I have a photograph. Preserve your memories; They're all that's left you. Take your time, Think a lot, Why, think of everything You've got. For you will still Be here tomorrow, But your dreams May not. JOHN ANTONELLIS KATHLEEN BRACKEN GARY BEARFIELD KAREN BRENNAN ALICE BERGIN RINA CATENA LS Ra x =e 33 DANIEL COLETTI DIANNE CONBOY JOHN CONNAUGHTON JEAN COWIE WILLIAM CONWAY RISER tte erer JOSEPH DESMOND DIANE DALEY MICHEAL DeSTEFANO 34 Well, what can I say that will lessen the pain I feel, when thinking about leaving you. Sweet memories flood my mind of the years gone by. Being new was not an easy thing but I never felt lonely. You saw to it that I was part of that which excited all of us, Now that we were older we had to find life together, we had to make something of ourselves, and so we did, How quickly the days slip by. I must say I never had a better time. I'm nervous now about what's to come, but not afraid. I know you're behind me in whatever it is I plan to do, I love you, good=bye, good luck, thank you. DIANE DiCICCO ALAN GENTILE CYNTHIA GENTILE KATHLEEN DOUGHERTY KRISTINE DOUGHERTY 35 In September, I was told that Senior year is quite easy, But it didn't take long to find it isn't so breezy. Between working for college and the yearbook to do, There are meetings and deadlines, but wait I'm not through! College Boards, Achievement tests, money for dues; I believe I've come down with the Senior Year Blues! Yet when May rolls around and we've all lost our minds, We'll look back on these days with emotions - all kinds. We'll miss the kids = all fifty-two And remember the good times - Wow how they flew! They may close the books on the Class of '74, But our mark, our achievements, will live ever more. We leave with pride and joy, and hope for what's ahead; We wouldn't have done it any other way instead, So as we leave Newton Catholic, we go with a prayer: Thank God it's all over But it was fun getting there! THOMAS GIOVANGELO BRYAN GREELEY GERA LDINE GENTILE MARK GILCREAST 36 WILLIAM GREELEY ROBERT LORD MARYANN KILLILEA SUSAN KELLIHER PETER KELLY GLENN IRVINE 37 AUDREY MACNEIL Attending high school with fifty-two classmates has given us many advantages, Because of the small size of the Senior Class, we have developed a sense of unity, a closeness towards each other, I myself, can say that due to the relationships we have had with each other, I've learned a lot about expressing myself and lis- tening to others express them- selves. In my time of need, some- one has always been there to listen and so it became my duty to listen to them. It has been a difficult four years, I learned a lot in Newton Catholic, but not all of it was from books. I learned a lot about myself through others. We had our ups and downs, and yet I would not trade them for anything. They are our mem- ories of our Senior Class. But most important - we shared them together. MAUREEN MAHONEY 38 BRIAN MANNETTE SANDRA MARCHIONI KAREN OLBERG LINDA MASTROMATTI JOSEPH McCASSIE FRANCIS PISANO WILLIAM PROIA ON = = O Au eo : fx] (Ze) O a ROBERT PERNI JOSEPH OLIVO GINA PAGLIA CAROL SBORDONE JANICE SBORDONE MARYELLEN SMITS MARY STOKES The time has come for us to see, just who we are or who we'll be. For long we'll live and high we'll fly, smiles we'll smile and tears we'll cry, and all we touch and all we'll see, is all our lives will ever be, and when at last our work is done, we'll find we're not the only one, for those who were and those who'll be, were all the ones who made me Me. SOME OF OUR MEMORIES How about a candle? Fruit flies on the loose Whip lists Stumbles Navy Band Julius Caesar Beating St. Col's Story Hour I smell gas Get me to the church on time Water Fights Hangin' around in the cafe Senior Senility Sugar Bear Junior prom and talking about it six months in advance Proving Ourselves S.A.C. You don't measure up Spaghetti Supper Mr, Murphy's plays The dream of open campus Fighting for a senior lounge Leroy Ring Ceremony Rocky Point for the day The day Tiger got his head caught in the window Judy Franchi's bell Christmas Assembly The Music Man MacDonalds Trying to sell the Yearbook Vocabulary Tests Detention Beezlebubs : Our classy junior lounges Krissy the Ballerina Space Man Baisden Dave Bartley JE. T,S, Science Fair You Skunk A day at Rye Beach R R Breaks Thursday assemblies Two Principals in one year Our kids from Newton Tech Think and Do books 8 periods a day with Sr. Ethna Miss Wright's frosted wig Walking to school by moonlight Spanish II with Mr. Buttons Climbing Mt. Monadnock Joe Jock MICHAEL TERRY 42 JANICE TRA MONTOZZI MICHAEL TUCCI JOSEPH WELCH CHRISTINE WALSH 43 4 And as the fans rose, excited by an outstanding play on the field, a feeling of true sportsmanship overcame me. NibKol ol Cob Ve-M inva belele-Kobeotby-aako)el for something as basic as the small hometown team thrilled me to no end. I was not just another fan in the crowd but a unique important person whose presence was an essential part in the outcome of the game. Defeat no longer fazed me for I knew we tried our hardest. Doing it together was what really counted. Se Onde jal LL e football team had these thoughts about their The Newton Catholic football team, under the direction of first year Coach Joe Dillon provided the fans with much excitement during the 1973 season. Led by Tri-Captains Gary Bearfield, John Con- naughton and Robert Lord, the Lancers began their campaign with a heartbreaking loss to a very strong St. Clement's team 6-0. The following week, the Lancers got on the winning trail by defeating St. Mary's of Cambridge 12-6. Richard Paglia scored two touchdowns in leading the Lancers to their first Victory of the season. The middle of the season proved to be a disaster for the Newton Catholic squad as they dropped 3 straight games. The opponents in these losses were: St. Pat's 32-6, St. Col's 20-10 and Hudson Catho- lic; the Suburban League Champs, 39-6. The Lancers were able to finish with a respect- able season by winning their last 2 games. Against non-league opponent, St. Sebastians, Newton Catholic recorded their first shutout in 3 years by a score of 14-0. The rushing of Frank Pi- sano and Richard Paglia, combined with a very tough defense, resulted in a well earned Victory for the Purple and Gold. The last game proved to be the highlight of the season as Newton Catholic, swamped heavily fa- vored Arlington Catholic 25-6. Gary Bearfield threw two touchdown passes and Richard Paglia rushed for 156 yards as the Lancers had one of the best show- ings in recent years. The Lancers finished the season with a 3-4 overall record. The 1973 football squad was well balanced with a mixture of Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores. The Seniors however were the nucleus in that all eight Seniors started and played a major role in each of the Lancer Victories. TRI-CAPTAIN JOHN CONNAUGHTON TRI-CAPTAIN ROBERT LORD TRI-CAPTAIN GARY BEARFIELD 47 LANCERS %2 FRONT: B, Mannette, F, Pisano, J. Connaughton, G. Bearfield, R. Lord, J. Olivo, K. Moore, M. Terry, SEC- OND: Coach J, Dillon, Ass't Coach T, Donahue, R. Paglia, R. Doyle, M. Connaughton, M, Cedrone, E, Tra- montozzi, N. Antonellis, Ass't Coach S, Farina, J. V. Coach F, Healey, THIRD: K. Delli-Colli, D. Cameron, P, Casella, J, Blackington, T. Sbordone, B, Walton, D. Versiakas, T. Murtugh, P. Terry, B. Kidik, D. Toomey, FOURTH: R. Murphy, S. Conboy, J. Poaletti, S. Thomas, T. Depasquale, J. Rice, M, O'Brian, L, Connaugh- ton, K, Riffe, W. Maguire. Missing From The Picture: J, Peltier, F, Americangelo, Manager T, Dougherty. . OPPOSITE PAGE TOP LEFT RICHARD DOYLE Halfback TOP RIGHT BRIAN MANNETTE Tackle BOTTOM LEFT DENNIS CAMERON Guard MIDDLE NINO ANTONELLIS Fullback ! BOTTOM RIGHT FRANK PISANO Fullback THIS,PAGE SMO? JUBTIE MIKE TERRY Guard' MIDDLE JOE OLIVO Guard BOTTOM LEFT KEVIN MOORE Center ! KNEELING: J. Lorenzo, J. Olivo, J. Mitchell, J. Paoletti, Y. Murra STANDING: C, Sampson, Co-Capt. M. Killilea, Co-Capt. A. Ber- gin, G. Fitzgerald. This year the Varsity Cheer- leaders consisted of 7 Juniors and 2 SENIORS! Our purpose was to let everybody show their SPIRIT, and they did! And we want to thank them. We had a lot of fun and hope that it keeps up! we KNEELING: K. O'Hara, A. LaPorta, Co-Capt. B. McCabe, Co-Capt. D. Cocuzzo, A. Doherty, J. Walsh, STANDING: P. Silk, S. Fay, D. Lombardi, C. Maslowski, S. Bergin. Coach Paul Carroll Basketball is a game much like life itself, full of its victorious de- feats. Injuries as well as pats on the back . Not always satisfying, but ever-challenging. It requires guts as well as hu- mility, pain as well as exuberance; but perhaps most important of all, is that basketball, like life takes teamwork. And it's only a game. , SITTING: M. Terry, A. Gentile, Co-Capt. D. Coletti, B. Mannette, J. Welch, B. Lord, STANDING: D. Cameron, R. Paglia, G. Bearfield, G. Sullivan, J. Tedesco, Coach Paul Carroll, missing from the picture are Co-Capt. P. Kelly and B. Kelly. SITTING: S. Shepard, Co-Capt. B. Taylor, Co-Capt. P. Terry, T. Mur- tagh, A. DePasquale. STANDING: S. Thomas, D. O'Brien, D. Bastianelli, C. Hunt, R. Moan, J. Treddin, D. Taylor, missing from the picture is Coach Mike Foley. KNEELING: A. Antonellis, C. Cox, M. Stokes, K. Dougherty, C. Gentile, S. Bradley, STANDING: M. Mann, J. Clark, C. Grant, C. Cassidy. We made the tourney! ! We just clinched second plac the tourney! A team with no experience, no superstars but most of all---a bunch of great people. Statistics or scores cannot relate the story of the 1973 1974 season. For the J. ve did not boast an outstanding record, and yet many phomisiag Varsity prospects Pep, The sa said of the Varsity season, we experimented, and many of us aeyed with as whom we had nev road to the tourney however! How did we do it? It took guts and drive and hustle and teamwork and cha to quit o- took. a grour great people from the managers, to the spectators, from the benchwarmer, to the coach and ever yone in between. It took people like Coach Shirley Leger to drive us into the ground, pick us up, and put us in the right direction. It took Sr. Kathleen Moran who always seemed to be there and showed genuine interest in us all. It took Sr. Anna Vincent to give us those half-time pep-talks and get us psyched. ' It took Kris. (J.J. ) Dougherty to give us our word for the day , and always keep us smiling. It took the fans that stayed with us all the way. But most of all it took 25 of the greatest kids you'll find. Not J. V., Varsity, but Nev V Be Bg Ne Ee ae eee Ee Oo EES ESS | El ae Gee, [Eames ae SNA A NE j FRONT ROW: R. Bergin, L. Connors, C. Finelli, M. Donnelly, S. Bradley, M. Gentile, D. Clemente, SECOND ROW: M. McGann, D. DeMaio, J. Clark, J. Franchi, G, Sullivan, K. Bradley, Moderator, Sister Kathleen Moran, missing from the picture: M. DePasquale. 59 A TEAR AND A DAT coe Senior year is a year of memories. However, for the class of 1974, the memories that will linger beyond most others will be those of events beyond the confines of Newton Catholic. For this was not an ordinary year. We began in September amid the heat of Watergate, and , : finished with no heat at all in the darkness of ; the energy crisis. Walking to school in the mid- dle of the night, listening to the President deny that he's a crook , while his vice-president | resigns to avoid criminal charges- INC REDIBLE! Waiting in line for gas (is it an even or an odd day?), extra days off at Christmas to save oil, wondering when the impeachment hearings will begin- UNBELIEVABLE! Events beyond our imaginations as juniors became the common, everyday occurrences of a day in the life of a senior. 61 This section tells the story of the '73-'74 school year. How are we going to do it? By taking you through the classes, the diversions in the daily schedule and the special events. Hope you enjoy remembering with us... For many of us, first period meant English with Sister Eudes and the char- acters of Canterbury Tales- the prior and squire. We even created our own Newtonbury Tales in which we used our class- mates as characters. While the rest of us did our tales, Joe McCassie dreamed of other pleas- ant things - our trip to Mt. Monadnock, There is a worthy woman from Allston town, and many people she can astound. A woman's libber through and through, outspoken and sure of herself too, Very seldom is she on time, she's known to write many a rhyme. Her golden locks are short but sweet, and most kids think she's really neat. Some people think she's really crabby, but to us she's known as abby. IIYTTTIYy wesns A studious student still a friend though, he had taken logic with me two very long years ago. In freshman year he was the toast of room three, for trying his best at oratory. He's taller than most, but as slim as a post. His concern for the school is evident, unop- posed he was elected Vice-President. Ta19g WIqoYy There must be something about Mt. Monadnock that makes us want to climb it two times! Per- haps it is because it is something the school does together, not as Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, but one group of de- termined kids. Even though it was not an easy task, the climb was well worth it when we got to the summit and beheld the breath- taking view. Why did we climb it two times? Because it's there! Second period finds Chris Walsh looking back at our day at Rye Beach... On a clear sunny day in late Oc- tober, the Senior class set off for Rye Beach Friary in New Hampshire, some of us reluctantly, others glad- ly. This day was a tuming point in that it gave us time to sit down and think. The past month had been really busy... Was this a sign of things to come? All of a sudden the pressures of being leaders were upon us. Suddenly we were respon- sible for organizing an endless list of projects, In the beginning we were overwhelmed. We needed time to get away from it all. This was the pur- pose of Rye Beach. The ocean provided a perfect setting where we could quietly think and enjoy some peace of mind. The Franciscans inspired us with readings and heart-to-heart discussions. The day also included a mass concele- brated by three of the friars. It was at this point that we seemed to come together. And that was the meaning of the whole day. In the end, we left Rye Beach with something we had not come with. Perhaps it was a new found togetherness or maybe a renewed spirit. But whatever it was, we will not soon forget October 23, at Rye Beach. Rest Recuperation! Now that's an interesting topic of conversation! Some just wouldn't believe what goes on in the 20 minutes we've given to rest up. ' Walk through the halls at 10:00 and amazing events begin to take place. Kids from all directions rush into the cafe, the auditorium and the smoker armed with coke cans, candy bars and cigarettes. For twenty minutes the is mass confusion, some are cramming their home- work for the next class, a little last minute studying, or just plain fooling around. 90 AUSTIN STREET Cy 8 a - 2 ett Zr the name “ise, One, €e6, asc a SAINT PAUL'‘s RECTORY ' LINGARD street ‘ ora: : 3 EPG the Since of gf 1 et epecinter DORCHESTER, MASB. 02125 y. Many a day, the break was spent in the spirit of caring and sharing for others. One example of this was the N.H.S.'s Thanksgiving Drive. Miss Beatrice Miranda (Advisor), Mary Stokes (Pres. ), Bob Perni (Vice Pres. ), ‘Diane DiCicco (Sec. ), Karen Brennan (Treas. ), along with fifty-five dedi- cated members of the society led the drive which resulted in seventeen thanksgiving dinners for less fortunate people in our community. The N.H.S. went on to have a Christmas Drive in December in which three families were given clothes and gifts for the holidays. However, it must be said that it was not only groups such as the Student Council or the N.H.S. which did charitable works. Throughout the 1973- 1974 year, a year of national crisis and personal tragedy for many, N.C. students came through. A collection of clothes and money was taken up and given to the Chelsea fire victims early in the year. Whenever individual tragedy occured in the school, it was always acknowledged, something one can appreciate about the intimacy of a small enrollment. national hener BOGE Whatever. happened to the good old days of Al- gebra and Geometry? Freshmen year wé-fought with whether to add on bothsides or subtract ‘on both | sides. A year-later we met Pythagorus and_his mar- W velous contribution to mathematics!!! A's Juniors, _ having more“or less solved previous difficulties, we ran into ae (or maybe the functions ran into’ us!). ANA’ now, third period calculus ‘class - Its begh brutal, although classes have been mytere ig and fun. Yes, the candles did arrive, And so we had our Candle Drive. For two weeks from every stu- dent's mouth, These words we heard from north to south. How-would you like’ ts aay a éandle? And for fifty cents mide f ‘give you'a handle. hn between periods at furich | ' and the break,- It was candles, candles, buy one for the sqhool!s sake, GNefanteed to jie, buy one red, white or gold. We.spent, fourth perio’, finding how=many we! Ve: sold Collecting money, filling or- ders, it was really quite a mess But in the end it was worth it all, The drive was a success! ! High noon hits, the troops are loose; Beans are hot, so's the goose. Lumpy gravy over tates; or Mrs. Paul's seafood plate. Fifteen minutes and still in line, Twenty past you sit to dine. Upstairs now thunder roars, And stepping proudly through the doors The queen bee speaks with regal grace And warns us not to lose our place. And later on I'd like to see So and so 'til half-past three. O' by the way before I leave, The smoker's a mess I do believe. So grab a broom and clean that zoo, Or no one leaves at ten past two! Now, are there any questions! Owning, managing and operating a business or- ganization created a need for much correspondence on the part of the twelve busi- ness students. However, Jean's thoughts were elsewhere, Christmas was definitely in the air--student counse- lors were disguised as Santa's Elves, and St. Nick was walking through the halls. A very simple but meaningful service gave peace to N.C. And what lies ahead is unknown, frightening, and oh so near. Months have passed and ‘many hours put in pre- paring for our future. For most, college is a must and sovall work diligently toward their goal. Guidance counselors have been a great help steering us in the right direction...All have benefited from the many books and catalogues in the office for our use. Tests over and applications sent, .we are hopeful that our choices will live up to our expectations, ' It is a plague of society that only twenty percent of the people are even committed enough to put themselves on the line by assuming re- sponsibility. We have learned this on a small level after four years at Newton Catholic and we are sure that we will discover it on a larger one when we get out in the real world It is a shame that few accept thé challenge of writing for a news- paper or participating in the Student Council. This lessens the quality of such groups, which are the ‘backbone. of the school and therefore in- directly hurts the school itself. This page is meant as a commendation to those who care and have the character to show it. the ivee lanee Glenn Irvine- Editor Joe Welch-President KAN TREES “Ay THE YEARBOOK STAFF John Antonellis Susan Kelliher Dianne Conboy Brian Mannette Diane Daley Rosemary Paglia Diane DiCicco Mary Stokes Kristine Dougherty Janice Tramontozzi Cynthia Gentile S. Lois Ann Walsh-Advisor would like to thank Guy Garon, the American Yearbook Company Representative, Westwood Studios, Judy Fran- chi, who worked on photography; and Kathleen Dougherty and Glenn Irvine who were around to lend a hand. yeainooh Yearbook Story The story of how the yearbook came to print is Padeed an al one. It started out with our small staff of nine having asional meeting to discuss trivial details and erupted hour sessions. the beginning we had no concept of how to put together a yearbook, but what made us successful was our willingness to learn. We were overflowing with ideas, the trick was how to put it together. The staff decided what. we thought our yearbook ould be- not a scrap book, but’a joumal of the 1973-1974 year. Our work was cut out for us, ' We gradually learned where our talents lay and proceeded to break into groups of copy, layout, photography and business. The months of December and November were crammed with yearbook meetings. We were making progress, but we were still a month behind our first deadline. This was also true of our second deadline. We accomplished the: phenomenal feat of completing our yearbook in the late hours of February 14 with 13 hours of non- stop work behind us. In the end the yearbook will speak for itself tz f iy, Editors note: The following article was filed May 31, 1999, in Rome, by Alice Bergin, our Society Editor. ROME--- Multi-millionaire Billy Proia Sr. outfitted his yacht, the Rock II, for an ocean voyage to attend the mir- acle of the century -- the coronation of Michael Cardinal DeStefano as the pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church! Accompanying Billy on this once in a lifetime trip was the ‘always famous, never infamous' NCH class of 1974. Take a good look! You're bound to recognize familiar faces. First to leave the dock was Flash Olivo, star and HIGH- light of 'Flash and the Family Shoe , sporting five gold rings and three inch glass heels. We were too dazzled at this point to clearly recognize every individual coming aboard but it didn't take us long to get reacquainted. To make a long sea tale shorter, we'll recap some of the wave lengths of the trip. To celebrate the first night on ship, Admiral Glenn Ir- vine, recently retired as assistant professor of biology at An- napolis, threw quite a party. The world's greatest Italian chef and ex-state senator, Spud Mannette provided the hors d'oeuvres: bite size 'around the world pizzas', For entertain- ment, Shakespearean actors Lady Killilea and Sir Gary fav- ored us with a reading from their newest script, 'Day of the Ham. Ms, Mary Stokes surprised us with a reel from her ‘latest movie, I Can, I Will and I Did , after which co- median Marky Gilcreast recalled the old days with his im- personations of us as high school seniors. At a nearby table, comic strip writer Maryellen Smits and famed veterinarian Moe Mahoney were engaged in a heated discussion over who would make a better dean of Harvard, Joe Welch or Jay Conway. Karen Brennan quickly settled the discussion by announcing that she had just re- ceived the appointment, Sitting nearby was Ms. Diane DiCicco, recently crowned Mother of the Year', who was scolding her youngest, Billy, Jr., for instigating a food throwing contest. Just as the chil- dren were put to bed and the yacht quiet, the sirens sounded. From the starboard rushed in Fire Chief Bill Greeley followed by Captain Libby Lord. Assisting the passengers into the life boats was Mike Terry, formerly football star of NCH and now a retired coach. He grabbed George and Herman Jock, youngest set of twins of that well known basketball player, Kris Dougherty Jock and threw them into the lifeboat. Poin- dexter, oldest son of nuclear scientist Bob Perni, insisted up- on returning for his only set of encyclopedias. Running into opposition, he threw a tantrum, bumping his head frantically against a pole. He suffered a mild concussion, requiring the medical attention of Dr. Kathleen Dougherty and private nurse, Diane Conboy. Just as the life boats were ready to de- part, the all-clear was sounded. Sargent Anna Vincent had checked out the situation and repaired the faulty alarm. The party thus ended, all retired for the evening. An old familiar sight took place on the basketball court, we watched as Danny Coletti worked to recapture his shoot- ing skill, but as age would have it, it wasn't easy to keep control, One poor shot did it. Over board went the ball and Danny after it. Porky Moore, in an attempt to help, jumped in after him, but his leather pulled him under, Thanks to Tiger Connaughton, our all-star olympic champion swim- mer, both were saved. Karen Olberg, guest host on the Johnny Antonellis ''Let's Talk Awhile hour spent some time interviewing famed Economist Joseph McCassie, author of SO WHAT IF YOU'RE BROKE, SO AMI, They were interested in the latest invest- ment of financier Mr. Thomas Giovanglo. He is the money behind the merger of Jean Cowie and Chris Walsh's 'Walwie School of Business with Janice Sbordone and Audrey Mc- Neil's Jandry Charm School , Poise, grace and secretarial skills definitely will be goals of the new institution. Ms. Cindy Gentile, sports editor of the ''Leone Times will be the physical fitness instructor, Diane Daley will conduct a seminar in self psycho-analysis; and Susan Kelliher, author of WOMEN ARE FOREVER will help the more dependent woman to 'find herself'. As plans were finalized, lawyer Peter Kelly dictated the terms of the contract to his able legal secretary Kathy Bracken. Early the next morning, Janice Tramontozzi, who first received public acclaim for the cover of her high school yearbook, was painting her seventy-third sunrise. A fracas in the dining room distracted her and she went to investigate. Alan Gentile, world reknowned craftsman, had been dis- cussing with Gina Paglia the plans for her new home. When Frank Pisano, editor of It's a Woman's World, arrived in the dining room and saw this scene, his jealousy overtook him and once again Alan lost his front teeth! Janice returned to,her work to discover that the sketch had been stolen. Criminologist Bryan Greeley and Detective Geraldine Gentile immediately organized a search. The can- vas was returned secretly to her room- or was it a copy, may- be the work of underground photographer Joe Des? As you can see, each day brought its own excitement. Worth mentioning was the day that Miss Rina, manager of ZaYere Modeling Agency organized a fashion show. The main attraction was formal wear from Mr. Tucci's Fashion Variety. Countess Carol Sbordone and her good friend Lady Linda Mastromattei modeling their coronation ball gowns were the main attraction of the afternoon. Our journey went on, as we recalled the days at NCH and caught up on the whereabouts of each other, Finally the day arrived that brought the Italian country side into view. We were escorted into dock by the Italian harbor police whose captain was none other than Sandy Marchioni. As the Rock II pulled in we could see the carriages waiting to take us to the Villa de Tele, home of Lady Rosemary Paglia, where we lodged during our stay in Rome. 73 4 ee 75 a nd so at last we've come upon the in the road. For some the journey is -over, for others it's a new beginning. aving the old familiar place where we Jot-by =X Ub eek-bohiae- Um (o):¢-mr- bole Mos wl -1e Gn Xe} wi Belold elo aks wounds is frightening, yet something lures us and so we depart. Just as others have survived then so can we. Our years toge- ther did not leave u8 hopelessly frail but in- credibly strong. Forsif life can bring toge- ther new faces, give birth to a creation of all as one so then cah love pull us apart, yesterday's teachings and tomorrow's dream leading us into an experience like one ne- ver before felt: adulthood. a Oe S CL fig or TOW az ge, er (bt Ot Aw a ubé SG sy - a SUEELEMENI The Supplement is an essential part of our Yearbook. It covers the events which took place between March and May, namely THE MUSIC MAN , the 1974 BASEBALL and SOFTBALL sea- son, the SENIOR CLASS TRIP, THE PROM, and finally GRADUATION. As we look back, we realize that these were the times that brought us together, packed with moments that made leav- ing so hard... FRONT ROW: LEFT TO RIGHT: Erick (batboy), Ricky Paglia, Keith Irvine, Bobby Lord, Kevin Moore, Gary Bearfield (Capt, ), Mike Terry, Dennis Cameron. BACK ROW: Coach Paul Carrol, Ricky Doyle, Louis Mastromattie, Kevin Riffe, Tommy Sbordone, Scott Thomas, Billy Car- ry, Mark Connaughton, Paul Terry, Billy Kidik, Richard Venditti, Jay Blackington, Tim Murtaugh. Take thirty enthusiastic girls, a coach like S$. Kathleen Moran, add a few bats, balls, and gloves; and what have you got?--Newton Cath- olic's first softball team. Several hardfought games have given them an edge for next year. Through this new sport, the girls have an opportu- nity to develop new talents and Newton Catholic has an added dimen- sion in girls sports. ¥ PLIFUTITIT Te, WhGeha: 8 THULE 2 [eye a ROW 1:M. Bresnahan, M. Mann, L. Mastromattei, K. Killilea, G. Aucoin A. Rahall, S. Bradley, D. Clemente, R. Buffone, S. Bergin. ROW 2: S. Brady, M. Shea, E. Desmond, P. Capello, G. Sullivan, M. Murphy D. Cocuzzo, A. Antonellis, C. Curry, R. Bergin, C. Drew, A. LaPorta, M. Palkey, B. Foster, S.K. Moran. or rmomtomch One finds it hard to write objectively about an event that has become a part of his life. For those of us who were in- volved in the production of La lca cbse il The Music Man™ from the stage-hands to the director, it can be said we had a totally satisfying experience. So much hard work, frustration and sacrifice went into the show, and yet when the audience reacted to our enthusiasm, it became a joy to perform. Months later if you were to ask a member of the cast what they recall about the play, they'll tell you about Miss Putnam trying to get us into charactor, or Sr. Mary getting mad when we came back late from our lunch breaks, or perhaps they'll mention something about those great kids backstage or a word of thanks to Chuck Hughes for teaching us how to project our voices. The Music Man was a smashing tribute to a tremen- dous group of people. Objec- tive? I didn't say I was going to be. Ask me about The Music Man and I'11 tell you I had the time of my life. Si Think of a day, all to ourselves, a com- plete day to enjoy each other. No meetings, activities, tests or practices to worry about. This was May 13th at Eastover--a whole day of swimming, tennis, golf baseball, and horseback-riding. One last time to be togeth- er as a whole, as the Class of '74. GASIOVER Somerset May 31, 1974 Scattered pictures of the smiles we left behind; smiles we gave to one another for 'The Way We Were’. YOU ARE THE SALT OF THE EARTH; YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. pe Me ee HH ea tM. | a sensnvesage | LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE MAY 31, 1974 is ars pe: i