Parkersburg Catholic High School - Omnibus Omnia Yearbook (Parkersburg, WV)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1955 volume:

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To reach our goal we have thought vitally, reflected carefully and chosen wisely the ideals and principles which form the core of our Cath- olic way of life, Lifelong practice of these fun- damental truths will gain for u s the r ew a r d promised to the faithful servant: Come ye blessed of my Father. Enter ye into the joy of the Lord. PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS OF PARKERSBURG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Parkersburg, West Virginia Z? dzcatwn We the first Senior Class of Parke r sburg Catholic High School dedicate these treasured thoughts and memo ries to our eminent Archbishop Bishop John J Swint and Bishop Thomas J McDonnell who realized together with our beloved pastor the Very Reverend John B O Reilly our parents and benefactors the ne c e s si ty of a Catholic of the Congregation of the Poor Child Jesus who form the faculty of our school We wish to express our thanks more profoundly for these words only half reveal the gratitude in our hearts This Y e arbook is a reflection of our future and what we shall give you in exchange for your love Not only do We thank you for this modern and well equipped buildxng but primarily for the means with which we formulated our ideals and instilled into our immortal souls Just principles that time cannot efface 0 0 High School in this city. They were assisted by the Sisters Chan These good Si s te r s remained for one year pending the preparation of St. Raphael's Convent for the Sisters of the Poor Child Jesus to whom His Excellency Archbishop-Bishop John J. Swint had en- trusted the schools of the city. Father McBride had purchased a res- idence on Juliana St. which was converted temporarily into an a t t r a c ti v e school. This building was maintained for twenty- five ye ar s as St, Francis Xavier Junior High School, In 1949, the Very Reverend John B. O'Reil1y undertook the arduous ta sk and colossal debt involved in the construction of the fine modern building which we know today and have enjoyed for the past four years as students of Parkersburg Catholic High School. Parker sburg Catholic High School now graduatesits first Senior Class of '55, As St. Francis Xavier Grade School, the doorswere opened to the children of the city in Septem- ber, l923, and the cla s s e s were staffed by the Sisters of St. Joseph. ml aw... 'Y 1 3' fs., A Ei Y OUR PATRON ST. FRANCIS XAVIER Ji ,,,,.........-.--J Salma! Hymn We greet thee, Francis Xavier Loyola's greatest son, Thy daring soul's seraphic love Unnumbered souls have won, We greet thee, great Apostle, Whose heart was all afire, To do for Christ, to die for Christ And Christ alone desire. We greet thee, Francis Xavier Our Lady's royal knight Thy faith, thy love and Chastity Rare jewels in her sight. Lead on to battle, Xavier, That souls to Christ we save Unfurl Christ's royal banner, In glory shall it wave. Lead on against the evil, 'Gainst Satan full arrayed, Thy comrades march beside thee Undeunted, unafraid. We'll follow thee and conquer, All dangers will we face. St. Francis Xavier, lead us on, Dear Christ, give us Thy grace. x HIS EXCELLENCY ARCHBISHOP BISHOP TQQMAS J K, x E e Reverend Daniel J. Kirwin Superintendent of Schools Diocese of Wheeling Very Reverend John B. O'Rei1ly Pastor of St, Francis Xavier's Parish IFF? ,N 1 5' 4 wr' ,YK Reverend Francis Scheuerman Pastor of St. Margaret Mary's Parish Reverend Leo Werner Assistant Pastor of St. Francis Xavier's Parish 'if f MOTHER CLARE FEY, loving guide, great teacher, and cou- rageous Foundress of the Sisters of the Poor Child Jesus whose daughters have taught us from the days of our childhood and on up children through our youthful days, Her words: Let us love the esus in every child because Jesus loves them and let us love J find their counterpart in our teachers and do justice to the true Mother, She has watched over the Sisters since 1924 when St. Francis Xavier School first came under the care of her Congregation. No at the dedication of the new school. It is pre- doubt she rejoiced sumably through her intercession we have obtained many favors, It is with deep gratitude and love that we salute this Venerable Mother, whose pioneer daughters came to our shores. In her name and in their turn they have guided us, her Ame Ten, rican child- Sister Mary Henrica, P,C,J, Principal 'O Provincial and Supervisor of our Schools. if Reverend Mother Theotirna, P.C,J, HL' 04, Sister Frances Teresa, P,C,J, Junior Class Librarian, Maths, English ' Fl ,T ?ff,' 7 s-nQ 'V' Ehzculiy Sister Augusta Sister Mary 'V Maria, P,C..T, Irmocentia, P,C,J, 1 American History A Commercial Studies X , K ILUK Wiwi Vi I . x X. Sister Mary Sister Clara Alfred:-1, P,C,J. Devota, P,C,J, Latin and Music Biology and Home Economics 4 -'kr Q if ' if 55-1 Al' Sister Anna Coach Hichael Nedeff VGYOIHCH. P.C.J. Athletic Director and Chemistry and Physics Social Studies Q O' in ' .i f s. Pi-7 1 Cf 12f '-ff ff - 1 ' . ff ' . '- i ' 'X L H 1 Us 7 Q 'L54-6 '5i?i-Jxilpim ' Z, lf4.,74..7w74fff1'-fl ' y u Qulgcns Lforana I v w 'S' 'wifi I 5 S I r I 1 2 A As the first graduating class of Par- kersburg Catholic High we are proud and humble to bear the name: Marian Year Class. May our love and service offered through her to God be ever inspired by our devotion to Mary, Mother of a Divine Son. Our religious activities have entered prominently into our life and we have felt privileged to have participated in them. Some of these activities are summarized in the pictures presented in this section. There have been ways in which we have endeavored to show Our Lady that we wished to be especially dedicated to her Cause in the salvation of souls. A number of students were privileged to take part in the C,S,M,C, Marian Convention at Notre Dame University in August, 1954, On her great day, the feast of the Immaculate Conception, we received our blessed class rings at the altar rail in St. Francis Xavier's Church, from the hands and with the congratulations of our pastor, Father John B. O'Reilly. May the thoughts which filled our hearts at that moment remain forever with us. hi ni 1 . ill On October 10, 1954, the living Rosary was formed by the girls of St. Francis Xavier's Grade School. Senior boys of P,C,H,S. led by Mike Griffin car- rying the school banner march in honor of Mary, i , f ,im Our senior boys march proudly forward dis- playing their love for Mary, Erma Fleming, Barbara Halfhill, Barbara Kaltenecker and Cornelia Bird prepare Our Lady's statue for the opening of the Marian Year. Hail Mary, full of grace forgive us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen r The Fatima Group on the road to Notre Dame, 16TH NATIONAL C.S.M.C, CONVENTION, UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME, AUG, 26-28, 1954 The main altar in Sacred Heart Church, The dome of Mary overlooking the Notre Dame University beautiful Notre Dame Campus x WVJU T55 Catholic Stud ents Mission Crusade Officers of 1955, Seated: Jim Deem fGuardian of the Chapelj, Sister Frances Teresa fModerato1-I and Mary Morehead fSuzez-ainj. Second Row: Cornelia Bird,Gai1 Huddleston, Don Ayersman lMajor Domoj S and Rose A. Ellern. , onny Peterman, Hi . M0n51gn dS fr0m the Paladin Awar :Give Ms:- me delegatersetlzjjy of the C.S. D3 , SQC Notre dward Frekmg' E 'W JIAKV Ari' Cornelia Bird, senior student, prays in honor of Mary, Queen of the May. OUR XFN Since the forma- tion of our school it has be en a tradition in P,C,H,S, to elect a queen to crown the Virgin Mary's statue in the annual May Procession, During the p a st four years the honor has been bestowed upon Cornelia Bird , Rosemary Y en cha , Patricia Bell and Rose Ann Ellem re- spectively. Q Rose Ann stands in front of Mary's shrine with her twin train- bearers. The May Queen marches proudly down the aisle to- wards Our Lady's Altar, R059 Ann Ellem, MBV Queen, and her Court. All 4 , ,.7 if ...- s I P154 ' :, L Q ' 1 'lulilii .........H l '- Hum 4 A 3 Senior Class attends School Mass. Hearing Mass DAILY Can Help YOU --to avoid temptation and sin. --to find peace amid the trials of life, --to grow in the love of God, --to thank God for all His blessings, --to obtain protection against all dangers, --to gain the favors of which you stand in need. --to shorten the Purgatory of your dear departed ones. - Archbishop Cushing Tiff? Muff! Rosemary, make a visi 1 and Pat Shir ey, C 'b. t before the Tl ra fervently Sonny and Jerry p y during Mass, ,FEV The Seniors keep the age-old tradition of lighting the Advent Wreath, Senior Patricia Nelson receives Confirmation from the hands of Bishop McDonnell Senmrs Q. 1955 During the past four years you have made honest efforts to further the Words of Saint Paul, To become all things to all men for the sake of Christ. What has this striving meant to you and how will it be exemplified in the years to come? In school you have been d e e ply and firmly grounded in yoiir F'aith and have been taught aH dnngs hithe hghtci Chrisdan ideals, Now it is your turn to carry your treasure forth into the world, to be torch bearers in the army of Christ, You must know thatitis your privUege uycarrythe Hght,to be hnbued widiapostohc zealso that you may influence everyone you meet. This you will do foremost in setting a Hvdng exarnple by conscientiously observ- ing all the Commandments, Thus you show that a true Chrisdan can rneetany situation in life, and solve everyday problems in a righteous way. - -Faculty D. . QE ,ears - I Z W K 'ie 59 :Z-'gi -, -.1411 ' 415+ 1 ' I- E. ' ,E MS X: fn? ' A may Y em, Vlce P Yencha, Sec , X- ' W - q. K. P ugfl. 4 :qgng - . N, 1 . 'kzigjfi' vm fi? A 1 4322. , lm .,. Scnia rs 9. 1955 of 'Q fl ,fe I FREDERICK JOSEPH BANASIK A member of the C.S,M,C, Mission Unit and a participant in the Dramatics and Glee Club,he is known for his Tennessee Ernie Banasik style of vocalizing, Fred played successfully on the Crusader Team for two years. I-Ie is a keen and witty observer with a perpetual laugh, PATRICIA ANN BELL Here's a redhead who's both sweet and kind. One of the first cheerleaders and May Queen in 53, she participated in the D rama Festival 54, She was also a delegate to the C,S, C., a member of the Glee Club and Omnibus' nia staff, and winner of a Crotty prize. P if I I ll mx! Z I it . ' w V I, I I ll' 'C fl ld w DONALD LEE AYERSMAN ! An honor student and President of the Stu- tf dent Council for three years,he is the President of the C,S,M,C, Mission Unit, A member of the Science Club and a four letter man on the bas- ketball team, he has proven him s elf a whole- hearted supporter in every school activity, Don excels in high ideals and lives up to them. CORNELIA ELLEN BIRD C orny is continually wearing a radiant smile and always ready to work long and hard. Cheerleader for four years, May Queen in 51, Student Councilor and a participant in the Drama Festival in 55, she was both an officer and delegate to the C,S.M.C, PATRICIA ANN BYRNSIDE Pat's pert, pretty and freckle-faced, Hard working Business Manager of the Omnibus Omnia, member of the C.S,M,C,, she also took part in the Bohemian Girl and the Drama Festival in 54, I JI Scniars ,. N 955 I up j ll vf Cp If jf, CAROL ANN COMPTON 0 J, 1 Red hair,blue eyes and an infectious smile, Carol wins the affection of all. She has been a member of the C.S.M.C. Mi s sion Unit and an ardent supporter of all s chool activities. She also took part in the Bohemian Girl and the Drama Festival in 54, jp-ue. ROSE ANN ELLEM fl,.,f, f ' X . f Rosie with her big brown eyes that spar- kle with her pleasing p e r s on ality ,is always tops with her fellow classmates, Vice-Pres- ident of the Senior Class, Co-Editor of Omnibus Omnia, a participant in the Dr ama F e s tival 55, she was also May Queen , a member of the Dramatics Club and a Crotty prize winner, JEROME MATTHEW GOEBEI.. The quiet type--that's Jerrywith his friend- liness and smiles, Editor of the Crusader, the school paper, and a member of the Dramatics Club, Jerry has served on the basketball team for three years, He is also a member of the C.S.M.C. and participated in two Drama Festi- vals. ' J Wksdd H vgaf. HELEN JANE GRIFFIN Full of vitality, Helen is always ready for a good laugh and takes things in her stride. An enthusiastic cheerleader for three years and a May Queen Attendant, she also participated in the Bohemian Girl and was a member of the C.S.M.C. MICHAEL GRIFFIN Mike is recognized as the ping-pong champ of P,C,H,S, and a good humor man, He also was a member of the Dramatics Club and a member of the C.S.M.C. Mission Unit. SHIRLEY HARLESS Scmors ,. 1955 CHARLES GRISSO Always ready to lend a helping hand, Chuck is noted for his artistic ability. A member of the C,S,M,C. Mission Unit, Chuck was also an outstanding member of the Art Club. His keen interests are hunting and fishing--the rough and rugged type, Petite and cute with a cheerful disposition that's very contagious, Shirley possesses a funny bone and a good voice that was put to good use in the All Star Revue and the Glee Club, She was also a member of the C,S,M,C RAPHAE L HUDDLESTON Better known as Haynes, he is depend- able, sincere and earnest. A member and dele- gate to the C,S.M,C., Haynes participated in the 54 Drama Festival. He was also a mem- ber of the Dramatics Club, served three years on the basketball team and was a member of the Art Club, JAMES LAWRENCE LYONS Energetic, amiable, c on s i d e r ate --these words describe our Jim , wno was the Senior Class Pre sident , Editor of Omnibus Omnia, Student Councilor and a delegate and member of the C.S.M.C, Jim also participated in the Drama Festival 55, the Dramatics Club and was a Crotty prize winner, DONALD MARKEY Kane was the school photographer, a member of the Science Club and C.S.M,C, Mis- sion Unit. Kane served on the Omnibus Omnia staff and is noted for his dry sense of humor. Seniors 9. 1955 JAMES ROBERT MCCARTHY Known as Ace to his friends, Jim was tagged with this name due to his shrewd basket- ball ability. Jim also was a member of the Science Club, C,S,M,C, Mission Unit and was a four letter man for the Crus ade r s , Witty and likeable--that's Ace, 0 0' ' C 0'-61 CHRISTINA MCG RAW Quiet, good natur ed and always ready to give a helping hand. During her first year here she has risen to the rank of Assistant Librarian and is also a member of the Future Nurses Club, JOHN MORRIS Co-Editor of the Crusader, member of the Dramatics and Glee Club and Vice-President of his Junior Class, Long John served on the basketball team three years. Our .Tohn--gallant, talkative and cheerful. XJ 1 I 1 PATRICK MCGUIRK We predict that our Pat will s omeday be another Rembrandt and his excellent typing also makes him very valuable to P.C.H,S, He was elected President of the Art Club and a member of the C,S,M,C, Mission Unit, PAUL MYERS A member of the C,S.M,C, Mi s sion Unit, two-letter man on the basketball team, Paul was a'so an outstanding Glee Club me mb e r . Good natured and helpful--that's Paul. Seniors p. 1955 lf.,..A I dffgf PATRICIA NE LSON r ml ,AWA L, T110 'Vfs Y-',c 4 Within her first year in P,C,H.S. Pat has become a member of the C,S,M,C,Mission Unit, Assistant Librarian and a member of the Future Nurses Club, Patty is possessed of a gay sense of humor and a knack for helping people out. KENNETH ALLAN PETERMAN An active member of the Studen t Council for three years, four letter man on the Crusad- ers, member of the C,S.M,C, and Science Club, Sonny was also stage manager for four years, Dependable and hard w orkin g , you can always count on Sonny, ROBERT LOUIS PI LC HER A member of the C,S.M,C, Mis sion Unit, Science Club,Student Council, Big Bob served as captain of the Crusader basketball team for four straight years, Always ready for a good laugh, Bob is everybody's friend, fl --5. ff K f' JOANN SACCONE A member of the C,S,M,C, Mis sion Unit, Joann worked on the Crusader staff as typist. Partaker in the All-Star Revue and Glee Club, Joann is a hard worker and is very likeable, DANIEL ALBERT WHITE An honor student, delegate to the C,S,M.C. Mission Unit, Crotty prize winner, White Man' has been a member of the Science Club and a Student Councilor for four years. He is well known for his amiable personality and his use- fulness and help in the various departments of the school. 1 Seniors ,. 1955 W X sr XSXN i f X fl DANIEL W INDLAND A member of the C.S.M,C, Mis sion Unit, Danny was an outstanding member of the Art Club. We particularly liked his slow grin and lazy drawl, ROSEMARY YENCHA Secretary of the Senior Class, Cheerleader for three ye ar s , a delegate to the C,S,M.C., winner bf a Crotty prize and May Queen in 52. Rosie is renowned for her enthusiasm and sparkling disposition. I.. T HOMAS W HIT LAT CH A member of the C,S,M.C,, Torn has seen two years of service on the basketball team. Tom also se rved as Sergeant-at-Arms in his Junior Year, Happy-go-lucky and carefree describes Tom to a T, LARRY WITT Larry has a know how when it comes to making friends, A member of the Omnibus Omnia staff he has proven himself an earnest supporter in all school activities, Cat Man Witt is distinguished by his sharp taste in clothes, Industrious and reliable spells Larry. Z Z ,Z if T ' Q was X X X xk X' xX 1314.01 2' 1011 ' ,i - Set M chaff FR E SHMEN Senior llmr0 1955 JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL. V ' h Completion of the ocgtfglzfont C.S.M.C. Omnibus Omnia Initiation , Participation in Svithsllgiggg? the Drama Senior Class Play Cheerleaders' e J FCSUV31 Thuse Basketball High School Tournament Retreat MAY JUNE JU LY AUGUST Election of the May Queen Daily Rosary May Procession JUni01 59Ui01' Operation Youth T RF? Cross CISIMIC' Prom raining Center Initiation Class Outing Graduation Mass Graduation SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER. School Mass , . Reception of the Pagigijlmlifht Education Week Class Rings . . . Pro ram Imtlatlon. R05arY Raul' g Advent Sacrifices Class Election Student Council Prayer for the . Appointments Holy Souls Blessing of the Crusader Advent Wreath' ' gf Ig Down R Q ,Memory X lane ROSEMARY YENCHA - It came from Outer space -h LARRY WITT - Shake, Rattle and Roll Lvl ' 'I TOM WHITLATCH - The Happy Wanderer DAN WHITE - Who's high point man, Dan? JOANN SACCONE - ThumbiIina BOB PILCHER - P,C.H,'s own Rod HundIey s JF . W f - ' DAN WINDLAND - Up the Lazy River SONNY PETERMAN - Old McDonald Had a Farm PAT NELSON - Lady in White PAUL MYERS - Candy Kisses JOHN MORRIS - I've Been Working on the Railro PAT MCGUIRK - Business is dead CHRISTINA MCGRAW - Hypodermic, anybody? JIM MCCARTHY - Autographs in the back room, DON MARKEY - Chief tester of the Mattress Co. JIM LYONS - High and Mighty ad fans HAYNES HUDDLESTON - Beautiful Brown Eyes SHIRLEY HARLESS - Miss Mayflower of 55 CHARLES GRISSO - The Old Master Painter JERRY GOEBEL - Leading the Crusade MIKE GRIFFIN - The Shadow knows, , , HELEN GRIFFIN - Naughty Lady of Shady Lane ROSE ANN ELLEM - Somebody Goofed. , . CAROL COMPTON - C'est si bon PAT BYRNSIDE - Pennies from Heaven CORNELIA BIRD - T-E-A-M yea Team! PAT BELL - Sonny Side of the Street FRED BANASIK - Your Cheating Heart DON AYERSMAN - Hmmmrnm? ? '? llnderclassmen The path which Underclassmen must follow through high school is that of a long hill'winding ever upward, These future Seniors complete the picture of high school life and support the frame- work of school activity. At the bottom of our hill, we stand before the first curve---THE FRESHMAN CLASS, who have proven to be a stimulus rather than a discourage- ment to fellow s tude nts . The next curve we en- counter on the way to the top is THE SOPHOMORE CLASS. The optimistic approach with which they encounter and accomplish a job leaves a smile on e ve ryone ' s face and a warmth of pride in each one's heart, Nearer the top of the hill stands the last curve of our climb---THE JUNIOR CLASS. In name only are these Juniors Underclassmen. Their flashes of light are felt throughout the entire stu- dent body. Defeat is a word unknown to them. When these Underclassmen reach the top they will glance back at the path paved behind them and realize that it was over only too quickly. In every sorrow there is some joy. Their joy is found over- coming the strenuous path which now lies behind them. The self satisfaction they feel in having met their first goal urges them onward ready to meet other goals which lie before them. Yes, Underclassmen, look ahead. You are the promise of a bright future. You are the leaders of tomorrow, Jack 1 cs 'U ' u U ,Lb gb Robert Brossman t l i 'N Xx t I s o' Gaii Huddleston Barrett ,fuuiar Robert Fochler Carie Ruth Betty Bird Garrity Thomas A Hile 3 , .Tame s Wllham Deem Hile Arthur Jame s Margaret Frank Huston Hutton Matthews Meo llgglf nal: junior Mary Gene Morehead Nelson whats Jack... Robert Jane Morris O'Brien James Bernard McNamara Potter Kenneth Roberts Michael Janet Nedeff Russel Doris Pio James -D0TthY Sandra Smith Tei Tucker Tuell Weekley sm, of Y, aw!- aplwmares Carolyn Albright David Creel Patrick Be aty Michael Dawkins John Bosley Janet Earl James Brock Weller Beverly Nancy KZ Patsy ' K Eaton Hickel Jones Ker esterson .. ., I Saphamvrcs Zella Nelson Charles Liotti Virginia Oakes I Mike McHenry Jerry Ruppel Cecilia Nedeff Michael - I J , Sauter M 1 A-Ur MW Sally' Marsha Betty Mary Elgprl Mark Shipman Solomon Topper Weinheimer Windland 'A' th Arm L1 if is i Lawrence Joseph Richard Carolyn Sue Thomas Barnes Bennett Bird Blankenship Brock Jerry Fochler B , .,.,, is fs, xxksgq-2' t,. - ' avr:-Ygkgizga , if 2? Qreshmcu Lois Anne Deem Paul David F rabell David Erma Mae Duncan Fleming Barbara Michael Jack Halfhill Hanley Hattman 9 Q . Wg . of :F gf' M' ff Xi 'S Q G', I Thomas Carma Barbara Hutton James Kaltnecker 5'rvsh1mfu Nancy Marcia Arxne Hile Hill , lfsi - 'Z lg e x 5 Yvonne Lambrl iff ,yfcargifziiif R , Lofty Malle ry il ' QFSP2 W- R' P-'ff5'f11? fix: . ,333 5?5EfE,'f'f:5:5-i- Q Jo Anne Lawrence ,gy Leach Leach Lawrence Michael Rose Mary Mulligan Mulligan Murphy 2325 hcslzmcu Michael John John Robert William McCarthy Norris Parker Rebhan Russel Patricia Thomas Michael Sams Santer Simay Roberl. Kenneth Slater Starkey Myrna Sheila Anthony Richard Loretta West Whitlatch Wildt Wildt Windland llrrelerelo55 O fieer Of I 955 3re5hrrror1 611155 Offieers Left to Right: Robert Rebhan, President Barbara Kaltnecker, Secretary Thomas Santer, Vice President Erma Mae Fleming, Sgt.-at-Arms Michael Simay, Treasurer junior 611155 Offieers Left to Right: Pio Tei, President Gail Huddleston Secretar 1 Y Arthur Huston Vice -Presid , ent Carle Ruth Garrity, Treasurer Sophomore 61455 0ffieer5 Left to Right: James Kern, President Sally Shipman, Vice-President Mike Santer, Treasurer Zella Nelson, Secretary W 5 E L, g . 5 ffl!! f f CDG-1 C-C 35- ..5 5-' Hn 'EH fs if r'Z W0 '10 ,,- 'im ii Qc mi! 313 af' 02 'im W: .fb . 5,1 'Pm N FP O D V N I3 Q- f-1 H N L0 S SD C! nv ,, 0 KI' D! ,H O- ui ,.. H D.- GQ SU N N M' f n Q ah, ,, S22 ,Qi yy. , Academic . .. God c r e ate d the individual and en- dowed him with educational powers with which to perfect himself, Education not only serves to make an illiterate literate but also to perfect eve ry pha se of his life---i ntelle c tual , social, moral and physical, P, C, H, S, also includes in its curriculum the teachings of Christ so that its students may know the best that has been said and taught in the world. With an eye to the future our beloved teachers have striven not only to acquaint us with the Arts and Sciences but help us develop specific skills in these fields. The wise man will tell you that the individual can only fully r e aliz e the enormity and im- portance of his educ ati on and training after he stands on the threshold of achieve- ment, We, the First Graduates, with God on our side and determination in our hearts, shall be in our own pe r s onal ways the leaders of tomorrow, Student auncil Jack Hattmang Sally Shipman, Erma Fleming, Pat Beatyg Jim Lyons, Vice-President Don Ayersman, Presidentg Cornelia Bird, Secretary, Danny Whitey Jim Deemg Mary Moorehead Purposes of the Student Council of Parkersburg Catholic High School 1. 2. l. 2. The development of the power of self government in each student by teaching him the responsibilities and duties he has to lawful authority,his fellow students, the Church and State, Chief duty is to set before the students the ideals of good Christian citizenship and not only in words but chiefly in deeds. Objectives To develop good citizenship, high ideals and Christian virtues among the students, To help promote all wor thy scholastic, religious, and social activities of the school. English Junior s Doris Smith, Gail Huddle ston, Jim McNamara and Jack Barrett discuss Ameri- can History with Sister Augusta Maria, Sister Mary Henrica points out the impor- tance of research work in English assignments to Seniors Larry Witt, Pat McGuirk, Shirley Harless and Helen Jane Griffin. Hi tary language Sister Frances Teresa points out important art techniques to Freshmen Richard Bird, John Parker and Yvonne Lamb. Art Sister Mary Alfreda and her French Class review the essentials of French grammar, Sister is also a master of five Ian- guages. m-7 ...-m r sk. mfg:- L T l l .- 7 1 W' 'TQ' Sister Frances Teresa instructs Freshmen from the known to the un- known, Completion of these problems are both a challenge and a satis- faction, 'lm f Senior Jim McCarthy, Paul Myers, Haynes Huddleston and Sonny Peter- man involved in the intricacies of S olid G e o m e t r y with Sister Mary Innocentia. High student interest is shown in the lab as these students,under the supervision of Sister Clara Devota,perform a biological experiment, fiance Sister Anna Ve r onic a instructs Seniors Rosemary Yencha, Kenneth Peterman and Juniors Art Huston and Jim Tucker in a Physics experi- ment, Hommcrcial . s X Future business men and women type with rhythm under the direction of Sister Mary Innocentia, A Kb TX ,iv .fx X Sister Mary Innocentia dictates a test to her shorthand students Study Mr, Hichael Nedeff supervises study hall for hard working Underclassmen, 4? it ' if sf 5 '1 1 ff' Sister Clara Devota demonstrates to her Home Nursing Class how to administer first aid to student patient Cornelia Bird, rr- get Between classes students relax in the quiet atmosphere of the Well stocked library, Time Out!! After classes students group together in the lounge to converse on the day's happenings. ,4 ctiafitiv A little to the right, got it. This is the reply of Don Markey as he catches glimpses of our activities with his camera. In his collection of snapshots pictured on the follow- ing pages you will see how the stu- dents of P, C. H, S. spend their lei- sure hours. Plays, Clubs, Omnibus Omnia, Crusader, the Drama Festival and other constructive projects provide the needed entertainment and relax- ation aswell as student co-operation and harmony, Long hours and hard work go into the making of successful pro- jects. But as we look back the work was really a pleasure and the long hours were not very long after all. AeriaX view of the metropolis. Mike, Bob, Jim relax after a brisk Swim Q Wandffful ghlfdgg Panoramic view of the P1anetarium. occupied by Carmehte Medieval castle di an ap oXi s , Xndi ana . Nuns at In 1:5 ,- Sister Frances Teresa and Sister Mary Henrica pose with Brother Erne st, noted author. Girls pose in front of their dormitory gig zffp Z0 D. SoPh0rn . Ore Marsh 8 S 1 r O OITIOYI stands afv. m front of the L ib Rosemary, Gai, resa on the way to the Lec- Frances Te ture Hail. Pat and Notr e D 'i Corneiia and Sister Rosemary sit in the middle of ame Stadium. in it vm 1 11 I 0 PWM XAVIER U. Camp you-th Us JUNE 1421 X 'ior YJCW2 Doo K5 awarded E05 E336 decked MBYOT 0 ' glfte on 1' St me A Pe Ht Yer nu . Smaous ,,1p' X V W. N X X -, ,Qi X :V 5 -if X I I V V x if ' ff? ., d Kerry during an intermis- ' 5 f' r mayor. Jerry was ' P arker John, Don an oi the election io campaign manager. --v-'-i Z-1 si on Don' 5 2 Cain U P ause Paign Sburg ir s for M 1. a efrezgr e Pr esent E1 ti Ve S foxy l Senior Patricia Bell going to afternoon class. We LM. - A Y cha poses with dale Yirerd .gross Trainin C D I ' en r s. Sl Y. O g eng . Senior Resell?-igus eastern Sta e Xford. Ohio. er' Mlami Uni from gates k the University Rosemary relaxes by the la e on campus. S Qreshmen -Ns, ,qi- Senior Fred Banasik finds dusting off a Fresh- man more interesting than dusting blackboards. J .W 'E'N5 't-- Wim,- Freshman Richard Bird finds pushing pennies with nose hard, especially when it's uphill. A cold hearted crowd looks on. Initiation W Ml 1 --4' H ' , ..,.vQ:f,f gc-1Ua'l The FRESHMEN all appear as a mass of confusion, Some look helpless, some look happy and some look 4'nuts. W ,I 1' . 1 'Jr '55 1 fi But it's soon over and the spirit of brotherly love prevails, Mr. Witt isn't really going to splatter that cupcakeg or is he ? ? ? Myrna West, Freshman talent, highlights the no All Star Revue. Che ,411 ' Let's All Go on a Hayride with Sally Shipman, Patsy Kesterson, Virginia Oaks and Cecelia Nedeff, Revue mg 37 FVIJQ X The Three Cats, McNamara, Tei and Lyons, jazz up the All Star Revue 4 The spectacular finale of the All Star Revue Eaflwlic Hank Week During the olden days when P, C, H, S, was known as St, Francis Xavier a National Book Week was held. This special week was observed by our students in order to fur- ther good literature in the community and combat the now radical trends of writing, The students of P, C, H, did their part in the crusade by organizing this display in the Union Trust Building where it would attract the attention of all, 4 ,,,f Sun . 'xxx 'Ng' 'fm zn:w!e'cM x' n was During the Education Week program, Freshmen and Sophomore students exhibit grace and beauty in the Rose Dance, Z Under the direction of Sister Mary Alfreda, the Glee Club renders one of its Education Week selections. Marcus holds an audience in Caesar's Court. Marcus . Mercia , , Berenice Stephanus Tigellinus Favius . . Titus . , , Glabrio , Licinius , Viturius . Tramp . , Tramp , . Servillius Strabo , . Nero . . . Poppea , . CAST ,, Master' . . ,J. Lyons . .R, Yencha . R, Ellem . . M. Sauter , . J. Morris . . R. Fochler . . F. Banasik ......P.Tei . Q R. Huddleston . .D, Ayersman . . . .C. Liotti . . J. Ruppel . . . J. Deem . . J, Barrett . . J. Goebel . C. Bird Mercia begs Marcus to spare her father's life. Tigellinus and his conspirators plot the downfall of Marcus, Hadgc The Christians pray secretly in the grove, 5 Omnibus Omnia i 'l r' 11 ,. . Q' Nr,-wwf 'Niki ,,.v, M' Pat Bell, Sister Mary Henrica and Cornelia Bird select photographs while Co-Editor Rose Arm Ellem, Editor Jim Lyons and Rosemary Yencha prepare layout sheet. ,, Hrusader ',',,,,,.v5g Crusader staff discusses last issue. Seated at desk: Co-Editor John Morris and Editor Jerry Goebel. Others are Pat Bell, Jim Hutton, Virginia Oakes, Jack Hattman, Jim Lyons and Erma Rusignola. as al In the preceding pages we have shown our students with their heads to the grindstone--Bob's W o r I' i e rl about the next Physics test, Carol's Writing an English Composition and Father Werner is introducing anoth- er Encyclical. These are all typical scenes in our busy little beehive, In our curriculum is included thc a ll important s ocial events that keep our busy little bees from beconfiing bored and dull. An intermixing of social functions in our school keeps our students alert, helps them de- velop good personality tr aits, and gives them a sense of light hearted- ness with which to tackle the many obstacles of life and gives its stu- dents a Cheerful outlook on life, Che Pilgrim Prom Senior Rosemary Yencha turns in time to get her picture taken but her dancing partner must be under the spell of her or the music, Probably the music! Jerry Fochler with his date Carolyn Barnes are quite happy while Marsha Solomon and Bob Fochler seem to be in ecstasy, Scenes 27mm E716 Sock I-lap Q Egg x Q Y 4 . Seniors R ose Ann Ellem, Rosemary Yencha, Pat Bell and Cornelia Bird gather at Kresges to look over les- sons and eat a hurried breakfast after school Mass, il This is a typical scene found in many of our students' homes, The know the value and necessity of clean, wholesome r f I Q Y ecreation, Now, boys, that Trigonometry book isn't that interesting, is it? '? '? ,.- i . Q' M , B f , Kg ,.,. 1-.fmfv-,fig-,XY.ww.vw 1 1 yn- ' A A rr- - 3 Mhz, .521 , Ag i1?X'A'iq,'1Q'a: ' 'T' Ni f iz JF' .. f 1 .. '. i Lv K ff - .,. ff - , ,m ,ffiff1, . N H 'y , gf, fl- fc-.'1.'-1 -- fi., ' I 4 P I . '-3'.1, l'1-'k W fp ' -4-an .-xv A-f wk ,fl -f , A .. an 4.5, - A,.'-'- -Q- Nap- ' kjyk I N , V' 'f ,IW sf f E 11- Q , W' ' 5. SL Seniors Fred Banasik and Helen Jane Griffin wear their Senior Rings with great pride, g In g 7 Aww KWH 1 M MX - w-6 5, , . Sisters Mary Henrica and Frances Teresa go for a joy ride with Charles Grisso at the oars Off Good sports build better bodies. Good sportsmanship builds better men. P, C, H, S, realizes the im- portance of physical education for it offers students competition,team- work, enthusiasm and initiative. Unde r the careful guidance of Coach Hichael Nedeff our Crusaders have been taught that in any athletic cor.test,winning is im p 0 r t a nt but more important is learning to show good sportsmanship, P, C, H, S, shall not only turn out champions in their chosen sport but also champions in life--champi- ons who shall c ar ry their sports- manship and fair play with them forever, 4,1- 11- K 6 E . J Crusaders Topple oolville, 67 51 The Parkersburg Crusadeis ieturnerl to the iictori trail here tonight with a haicl fought bi ol xictoix over the l-1Ell'th3gE-TTOX Trojans of Loolwille The uni was the f'i'usaders sixth in 16 out- ings. Big Bob Pilcher once again was the scoring star for the Crusaders with 23 points on nine fielders and five fouls. Mike Nedeff and Bob Ay- ersman followed closely behind Pil- cher in the point - producing with 15 and 13 markers each. Coolville, showing surprising strength after Friday's loss to the Little Reds, broke fast and stayed on top during most of the first period. At the one - quarter mark the Trojans held a 19-18 lead. But in the second period the Cru- saders torged into a lead they nev- er relinquished with 19 point as- sault and 37-28 bulge at halftime. Pilcher and Nedeft' led the attack that gave Parkersburg the win. The third period was Slow in comparison to the first two as Cool- ville outscored the locals 11 - 10 to cut the gap to 47-39. But the Cru- saders turnen loose a 19-point as- sault in the tinal eight minutes and won going away. Ray Hapney and Charlie Taylor led the Trojan attack with 17 points each, while Kenny Cowdery had 10 points. Tuesday night the Parkersburg Catholic quintet will play host to Harrisville at the Juliana St. gym. Game time is 8 o'clock. rub, c o. F. -r. ciwivin- G. r. 1. Ayersmnn 1 012 Ha ',l 5 '7 17 6 pneg Pllchexnt I 523 G1'Hh,! U 0 0 Bnrrtltg 1 0 I 'X'lyIur,s 311 L7 Tucker., 3 2 a Null,g o 0 is Nedefng ei 415 cowaeru 4 :in Mt-Nlmlrx 1 1 3 Russell 1 5 'I Slnfcr 1 1 3 Pelermln I 0 2 Tollll '38 I3 67 Tollh 13 25 bl Plrktrsburg Clthblic X8 19 10 20-67 Coolvllla , . 19 9 11 12--51 Ofliclllsz simon, wmv. f Crusaders op 7 4-63 Win ver t. Patrick Little Jimmy McCarthy and lanky Bob Pileher com- bined to toss in 50 points yesterday afternoon as the Parkersburg Catholic Crusaders posted their fifth vic- tory of the season, a 74458 verdict over the Irish of Wes- 'ton St. Patrick. McCarthy. who stands a dimin- utive 5'9 , netted eight field goals and ll fouls for 27 points to lead the Crusader attack. while 6'2'2 ' d in with eight field- Pilcher chippe ers and seven fouls for 23 markers. Rapidly improving Mike Nedetf al- so swished 15 points through the nets tor the victorious Crusaders, l-Iowever, the games scoring laurels went to .lim Wolfram ot the Irish who netted seven goals and 14 charity tosses for 18 points. Noflrani was the only SI. Patrick 'th any con- stalwart who scored wi sistancy. Picher hit on zrjumping o H8- hanci shot in the first minute to 'i P rkersburg Catholic a lead gne a elinquished. The Cru they never r saders built up a safe lead ' d t rmined and St then withstood a ee , ' 21-20 bulge Patrick rally to cop a at the one-quarter post, l the second eight minute sot n ' M Carthy got hot and the action c ' t t increased their lead local quin e to 47-36 with a 26 points explosion. However, the Crusaders sudden- 'v cooled ott in the third period, s t.he iheshing only eight counters a ' ' - thanks I 'sh cut the margin to Q5 49 ri tnding floor play to to the outsa Wnflram. Parkersburg Catholic reco to seo vered re 19 in the final stanza ' t ing with points and run out the s r a 74-63 verdict, The Crusaders will return tion Tuesday night when the a return engagement with etta Sl. Marys on the lrish floor. Pklbl Clth C F T St. Put. i n z Cullen! ilrrlt' f Llnnlsikf 0 l 1 Whelan f 'llrhtr r 8 'I Z! BICGCBFC r' xirizuirthrg 81127 Lingeizg Nlrdelfj l 3 15 XVUllrlm 1 'ellrmln 0 l 1 Pope for-hler 1 n 2 ltt'.Ltnger Snnter 1 l 3 Casey Tuul, 'rs Tl 71 Totals Scare b Qlllrlers' tn ac- Y Dlab' Mari- home G F 'I' l 'l 5 6 fl I 1 0 0 1 6 I 1N2l I 0 4 I 5 5 2 J 'I IS 3163 l v . urg Catholic zu za x 1-'14 15 13 14--G! lgzxkersb Sf. Plifi ks ,, , .. 10 n Ofhc llls: Dutton, Deverlux. S I af' Frederick Banasik James McCarthy Hrusaders Donald Ayer sman H-2: Kenneth Pe terrnan Robert Pilcher W W J- -..- Robert Fochler Jerome Goebel 54-55 Michael Sante r James McNamara Mxchael Nedeff Jack Barrett 5 .' W' ' 1 nv H' WW Elzccrlcaders VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Carie Ruth Garrity, Cornelia Bird, Marsha Solomon and Head Cheerleader Rosemary Yeucha, Win or lose we're with OUR CRUSADERS, 3 . f Qui' d ork go inl0 the maklng O and har W Long hours AM. CRUSADER TE in ff . 0 ' ' 4, up ,fumar ffzgh Parkersburg Catholic High School SCHEDULE 1954-55 Date Opponent Place Dec, 12 Fairmont St, Peter's Home Dec, 14 Marietta St. Mary's Home Dec, 17 Paden City Away Dec, 21 Marietta Reserves Home Dec, 29 Alumni Home Jan, 4 Lowell Away Jan, 7 Big Reds Reserves Away Jan, 9 Fairmont St. Peter's Away Jan, 11 Sumner Home Jan, 13 Paden City Home Jan, 15 Ripley Home Jan, 16 Weston St, Patrick's Home Jan, 18 Marietta St. Mary's Away Jan, 21 Marietta Reserves Away Jan, 29 Coolville Home Feb, 1 Lowell Home Feb, 5 Weston St, Patrick's Away Feb, 8 Sumner Away Feb, ll Coolville Away Feb, 16 Big Reds Reserves Home GAME T1ME-- Varsity 8:15 Preliminary 6:45 SUNDAYS-- Varsity 2:00 Preliminary 12:45 '33 First Row: Joe Bennett, Mike Hanle Larr Lea h G y, y c , eorge Nedeff, Tom Santer and Larry Barnes. Second Row: Coach Hichael Nedeff, .Terry Fochler, Mickey Lofty, Bob Rebhan, Dick Wildt, Tom Brock, Fred Flanagan and Manager Charlie Abdella, ,441 T 11- ' 1 1, ' P fl we x 'Gif rex CH m1'ffff .ya JUNIOR HIGH CHEERLEADERS Barbara Kaltenecker, He ad Cheerleader Jo Anne Leach, Patricia Deem andPatricia Mallery. ww 02' +. , lv Girls' a... - 355 Shows - . -P ng pu - Coord . . ndiSPuted Plug O rea dxs- Imation and Polse Mike Griffin. U d Surrounding a V P.C.H-5- ZW' pron of ionshlp form. pl ayg, Cham? er. S' - 'AX ' X ' ff H ' 7 I wa K A xx fl Group poses in iront oi St, Nlarxfs Char ch on Easter Sunday. . . N lnth 81-ad 9 . vlsiona ries . Th t er he dsehe Pblioes d e , Yo Own E tate O ha is m B 'Xe Cor n der. o Mars coniu si on whx sits idhf UNI. - - s neha O u r S e n i o 1' S i n 1 9 4 3 1 Q X . 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Schutz Robert Hickey Leo Werner Mother Theotima, P,C,J. SOCIETIES Catholic Daughters of Arnerica Sanctuary Society, St. Margaret Mary's Knights of Columbus, Council No. 594 PATRONS Mr, and Mrs. Peter Abdella Mr. and Mrs. Chester Airhart Mr, and Mrs, Clement Albright Mr, and Mrs. James P. Ayersman Mr, and Mrs. Louis Beaty Beaty's Food Store Mr, Mr, Edward J. Bill J. D. Bowers Mrs. Paul Broida Mr, and Mrs. B, A. Cadden Mis s Anastasia Cook Mr, Mr, and Mrs, Michael Coram and Mrs. Dave E. Corra Mrs, G. W. Crofton Mr. Bernard Deem Mr. and Mrs. John Ellem Mrs. Dave Ferrell Mr, Mr, Mr. Mr, Mr, Roy Givens G. B. Grisso and Mrs. J. L. Hattman and Mrs, W. L. Hattman and Mrs. Kenneth Hillberry Miss Mary Margaret Hynes Mrs. T. J. Hynes Mr. Joseph Jalwan Mrs. Hager Kesterson Mr. George Lehmer Miss Mary Lehmer Mrs. Arthur Lyons Mr. Harold Lyons Mr, and Mrs. J. W. Lyons Miss Joan Lyon Mrs, James McCool Mr. Edward McDonough Mr, and Mrs. Mose Nedeff Mrs. J. O. Parker Mr. Dale H. 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