Quigley Preparatory Seminary - La Petit Seminaire Yearbook (Chicago, IL)

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JOHN JAMES RUDNIK Immaculate Heart ol Mary Prelect fABeadle Choir' fCatechist Chant John sang at the first televised Mass from Holy Name Cathedral with the Cathedral Choristers , , , For his years at Quigley john has contributed his singing ability either as a chorister or chant member . . . As a benny he won a shield for choir-league cage play . . . ln fifth year lilce many seniors he contributed his part to the rock-em-sock em league commonly known as the intramurals . . , The extraecurricular activity tlohn is most interested in is that of a catechist FRANCIS GERALD SCANLAN St. Gregory Monogram Club Swimming Team Lifeguard Chanter For five years Jerry has lcept his first name under wraps, so that he is universally lcnown as Hjerryn. . . Delights in working mathematical problems . . . l-las become a fixture in the swimming pool, as a lifeguard and swimming team member , . . One af the leading Chanters . , . Always ready to help anyone who needs his help. .fh- EMIL VINCENT SERAFINI Our Lady ofthe Angels Catechist Chanter Stamp Club An outstanding chanter during the past year . . , l-las aopointed himself official publicity agent for John Rolelc 4. An expert in many fields, among which are the Greek Uniate Church and jewish history . . . l-le is justifiably proud of his stamp collection , . . An eye-reready smile is one Of Erwil's outstanding characteristics he has entertained us often with his imitations of famous men, U3 ITT fl I43- TI! IAMES PATRICK Sl-IEA St. Adrian Baseball Monogram Club Intramurals Chanter jims outstanding characteristic is his determination, any- thing he sets himself to do, he does well . . , Was often chosen back of the week in the Intramurals because of his fine bloclcing and taclcling . , . Member of the chanters . . . l-le is usually the first to arrive in the morning and one of the first to leave after school , . . Possesses the thiclcest head of hair in the class. Rl 1- 'lc

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JOSEPH THOMAS PETIK Immaculate Conception, Highland Park Beadsman 'Schola Joe came to Quigley in fourth year after three years at Loyola University, and quickly vvon his place among the seniors . , . Was prefect of the Special Class for three auarters . . . After school, he may be found leading the beadsmen in the daily rosary . . . Maintains that Quigley has more school spirit than any other school in the city . . . Repairs radios as a hobby. . . His twin brother decked in Uncle Sarrfs army uniform led some wit to remark, Joe forgot to register on time H LOUIS ANTHONY PETRICH St. Fidelis Basketball Orchestra Monogram Club Schola Choir. Louie's exuberant personality has won him a host of friends during his five year stay at Ouigley . . . Always a good sport when kidded about his thick wavy hair . . He is by no means backward on the basketball floor as his teammates will testify . . . And where do you find Louie after schoolf? Why, orchestra practice of course. ,3 A m' 2 THOMAS JOSEPH PURTELL Our Lady of Victory Minor League Basketball Glee Club Intramural Cap- tain Choir Schola. Tom's first big step at Ouigley was to Join the choir where he remained as a fixture for two and one-half years . . . ln fourth and fifth years Tom once again returned to Msgr. Meter's service in the Glee Club . . . As an intramural captain his team beat all comers fourth year had to offer , , , ln fifth year Tom was not so fortunate, but gave his all for the ill-fated Zephyrs. K :- JOHN ALBERT ROLEK St. Michael The Archangel Olee Club Le Petit Staff Choir Chanter Accor- dian Band ' Catechist, As a Chorister and later as a Chanter, John used his voice in the service of God . . . His powerful speaking voice will prove to be an asset later on in the pulpit: his inspirational speeches were always eagerly awaited by his classmates , . . John drapes an immaculate ward- robe over his frame . . . The inspiration for the famous i'John Rolek Week of a few years ago.

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FRANCIS JOSEPH SLOBIG St, joseph, Homewood Softball Champs Minor League Basketball rr Majors -- Glee Club Y Le Petit Staff - 'Beadle' Choir f Chanter Frank traveled the twenty-five miles to and from school daily from the wilds ofthe southwestsuburb , . . Frank loaned his fine signing voice to all three of OuigIey's vocal groups: choir, chant, glee club. . ,For three years Hleneznpersisted in the minors until Finally in the fifth yearthe majors beckoned . . . As a pitcher and infielder he helped Q-E to the junior championship . . . Although he holds an overall average of 95 he has been beadle only once. Frank's favorite subject is Greek, his hobby coin collecting. WILLIAM PETER STAFF St. Philomena Baseball Intramurals Minors Monogram Club Bill is always welcomed into any conversation and it is a sure bet that it will be sparked by his wit and humor , .. Although often kidded about his nasal appendage Bill takes it all in fun . . . Plays center onthe Minors like an- other Mikan . . . Everybody looks forward to Bill's imper- sonations of various personalities . . . BiII's ability to be humorous at the right time makes him always in demand in any group. .NJ 2. Q In-I Wm Y , A, in 1' I' 15 r . ji I, ff g Av, ill I F JOSEPH JEROME STEVENS SI. Henry Baseball Major League Major League Captain f I-leavies Golf Champ. joe's record speaks for itself. Leading scorer for three years, four years' experience in the majors, always a mem- ber of a championship contender all these qualifications have made joe the leading candidate for Ouigley's Mr. Basketball Claims to be five feet, nineteen inches tall . . . I-lis height, reach, and gluey hands enabled him to hold down the First base position . . . Excels in all classical languages save Latin and Greek. THOMAS JOSEPH SWADE Mary Queen of Heaven, Cicero Baseball 'Intramurals and Minors Chanter Choir Y Glee Club H f Librarian Life Vvlith Father '. As a chorister, Chanter, and Glee Club member, Tom's excellent singing voice gave glory to God and pleaure to man . , . I-le was one of the most spirited players in the intramurals and his drive and determination added effec- tiveness to the Fifth year minors . . . Tom became well ac- quainted with the authors in his three year stretch as a librarian . . . He cites his role of Vinnie in Life With Father as his most unforgettable experience at Ouiglev.