Power Memorial Academy - Power Yearbook (New York, NY)

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,, OFFICERS OF THE FATHERS' CLUB, D. Flanagan, F. Farrell, I. Shen-hy, ll. Slater, and A. Charbonneau, surround Brother Pakenhain at his desk. They are busy on plans to aid Power. ix at-ee A X J' DISCUSSING THE FINE POINTS of the Father and Son Dinner with liuriorecl guests ure C. Dunne, Dinner Chairman, Tiger'i jones, jack Butler, NI. Lee, and llon. jarnes Dt-lain-y. fl an ,zs . i I 1 I 5 44720 . if if nw . THE FATHERS' CLUB The Fathers' Club at Power has been re- juvenated during the past few years and has emerged as one of the most notable organizations in the school. Taking into consideration the fact that many of the students' fathers are engaged in occupa- tions which permit little time for evening activity, the effectiveness of this enthusi- astic body of men is highly creditable. The Club is bound to the proposition that there should exist a stronger alliance between father and son and that this bond is greatly nourished through the function- ing of a Fathers' Club. These gatherings of the Club held monthly, afford the students' fathers the opportunity of discussing with the faculty the progress and possible prob- lems of their sons. However, all is not work, for several times each year a Father and Son Night is held. During the night an occasion is offered to hear an evening of entertainment, followed by some appe- tizing refreshments. The culmination of the year's planning is realized in the annual feast, which is advertised under the title of The Annual Father and Son Dinnerf' When this year's affair was concluded, the only ones who harbored any regrets were those fathers of Seniors, who had attended their fourth and final dinner. Guided by our principal, Brother Alphonsus L. Pakenham, and ac- celerated by the enthusiasm of the mem- bers, the Fathers' Club will long be main- tained as one of the most influential and best attended school organization of Power. THE HEART OF THE MATTER is directly stated by the Honorable James J. Delaney of Queens County, at the Father and Son Dinner, in February. This was the third such affair held by the Fathers' Club of the Academy and, as usual, it was another successful affair.

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M BRO. H. M. DELANEY Moderator -vs 'X 'S' 'D MR. A. CASSE DAY Director YQK Q 'if' .V fag MR. J. BARTMAN Assistant Director S M, BAND BRINGS BUUUUETS The 1956 edition of the Power band followed the precedent set by Mr. Casseday and Mr. Bortman when they first took control of the conducting responsibilities, namely, hard work and continuous practice in order to make fine music. Virhile the nucleus of the organization graduated last year, sufficient talent remained, augmented by enthusiastic new members, to maintain the Band in the highest caliber of high school musical organizations in the city. While marching up Fifth Avenue on Saint Patrick's Day the Band kept up the steady beat which enabled the Power Seniors to capture the coveted Cardinal Spellman Trophy as the best marching contingent among the boys' high schools. For this annual event the Band played a medley of Irish tunes, which they most diligently prepared for many weeks. With the Band's syncopation and the qualified instruction of Brother Delaney, the school's official drillmaster, Power won the Cardinal Spellman Trophy twice out of the three years it was offered. Another occasion on which the Band showed forth magnificently was the Holy Name Parade held in late March. Our contingent led the marchers during this demonstration of Catholic Action and acted as the Honor Band at the Church where the services were conducted by Bishop Furlong. Besides participating in parades, the Band performed for the Mothersl and Fathers' Club as .well as at the reception for the parents of the newly-arrived February Freshmen. The highlight of the musical season was the annual Spring Soiree where Bob Maglione on the clarinet and Tim Mertens on the baritone horn were the featured soloists. The Band is also known for its ability to play well in sections. Such ensembles as the trombone and saxophone quartettes were entered in the Catholic High School Music Festival held in May in our own gymnasium. Every ensemble ever entered in this contest by the Power Band has heaped further glory upon our renown organi- zation and this year was no exception. Undoubtedly the unique feature of the Music Department is the Power Dance Band. All through the year. at all the Academy's dances, the Dance Band, under the capable direction of Bob Maglione provided that hot and sweet music, which makes every dance such a social success. They have been acclaimed the finest such organization to be found anywhere. The seniors responsible for the maintenance of our high musical standards are: J. Delaney and P. Hyndman, on saxg R. Gil, D. Capece. Y. Quinn. and F. Martin on trumpetg R. Harding. on clarinet section, T. Mertens. on baritone horn: -I. Hauser. trombone: H. Dale. alto horn: E. Huyke, tubag W. Selzer. on drums and F. Dettenreider on flute. To these men go the good wishes of the aggregation they leave behind. May they have success in all their endeavors. I I I t I THE BAND AND GLEE CLUB COMBINE THEIR EFFORTS IN PRESENTING THEIR ANNUAL SPRING MUSCIALE IN THE EARLY PART OF JUNE. 91