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

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CHAPLAIN MCQUADE BURSAR MURPHY VICE-PRINCIPAL POWER REGISTRAR ROOD SECRETARY DAVIS ual ADMINISTRATION REV. BRO. CERARD I. POWER has had a long and notable life of teaching young men. He has taught on the West coast, teaching in a Washington school before his coming to Power in 1954. In 1955 he was appointed Vice-Principal, following the transfer of Bro. Rice. Well educated, popular Bro. Power received M.A.'s in both Latin and English Literature from the University of Washington while living in that state. As moderator of the De- bating and Oratory teams, he has lent his wide experience to making them, and the school, noteworthy in the ranks of New York Catholic Highdom. To a man who has made his presence felt in the school, a word of appreciation is extended. His success has been an inspiration to his fel- lows, in the eyes of both Cod and man, Bro. Power has been a success. REV. JAMES K. McQUADE, C.S.P.: AS one of the more recent members in the ranks of Paulist priests, Father james K. McQuade endeavors to instill the knowl- edge of the Word of Cod in the actions of all the students. His relative youth acts as an advantage for Father, for because of it he is closer to the problems of youth than others. He grew up in the city, near Good Shepherd Parish in Manhattan, and attended grammar school there. He re- ceived his high school diploma from St. Charles High School in Baltimore, and continued his education at St. Charles College in the same city. From there, he entered the first of several Paulist houses of formation, and was ordained in 1956. His first assignment was at the Paulist Residence on 59th Street. In September of this year, Father was chosen to be Chaplain of the school, and has amply proved his aptitude for the job that has been given to him. MR. DANIEL A. ROOD: When Power alumni return to the school after any num- ber of years, the chances are likely that they'1l be greeted by strange surroundings. Teachers change, student bodies move on, and people grow 'older. This is true for all facets of activity, but apparently least so for veteran C14 years, registrar, Mr. Daniel A. Rood. A graduate of Albany, N. Y. State Teachers College, he taught at St. Cecilia's and Sacred Heart School before coming to Power. Since then fl943l, Mr. Rood has heen almost an institution, known and respected as compiler of rec- ords, keeper of the archives, procurer of senior transcripts, and friend to troubled students. With fourteen already under his belt, Mr. Hood, and Power Memorial Academy, look forward to an even lTl0I'C successful and profitable twenty 1II0l'C. REV. BRO. STEPHEN C. MURPHY: Streams of money, checks, coins, promises, receipt, and paper are the concern of seven-years Power treasurer, Rev. Bro. Stephen C. Murphy. Another man of wide experience, Brother has traveled and taught school all over the globe in both the Old and New Worlds. As possessor of a B.A. and an M.A. from St. Mary's College in Halifax, he is well suited to teach many subjects. Born in Ireland, Brother Murphy confines most of his in- struction to Freshman and Sophomore Re- ligion. As treasurer, perhaps the most soul-rending of tasks, he is besieged with payments of tuition in all forms, promises, tardiness, and the natural close-walleted- ness of high school students. The end of every years sees another gray hair in Brother's head but so far, all has been well with the school's financial system. MRS. BEATRICE DAVIS: To attractive, dark-haired Mrs. Beatrice Davis is left the almost monumental task of being secretary of the school. Sister of Mr. Victor Liggio, faculty member, Mrs. Davis handles most school correspondence, works with the Mother's Club, distributes and collects all kinds of tickets and chancebooks for school activities and is personal secretary to Bro. Pakenham. A graduate of Walton High and the Bird School of Business, she com- bines a warm charm and ready wit with her school business. She relaxes with high- fidelity music. A patron of this art, she also enjoys bowling. A member of the school staff for several years, Mrs. Davis likes her work and looks forward to many happy years here. Perhaps the unsung heroine in Power activities, she neverthe- less is regarded very highly by all. J 17