Red Bank Catholic High School - Emerald Yearbook (Red Bank, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1945 volume:

B ... t b e s e n t i Smena J . . . a precious gem of green brilliancy set in glittering gold and symbolizing for the Class of Nineteen Hundred Forty Five, all the rich beauty and blessed happiness of school days spent at Red Bank Catholic High School. Our jeweled gift to you has been placed between covers that sing a sweet refrain. As you open them for the first time to view the music-filled pages within, may you hear the mel- odic strains of Alma Mater creating for you a school-day symphony of green and gold memories that will last as long as life itself. .. e J i c a i c J id . . . our dear departed friend and counselor, Monsignor McCloskey, who welcomed us as freshmen, and who followed us every step along the way of high school life to almost the end of four glorious years at Red Bank Catholic High. Just when Spring had come to the seniors for the last time in high school days, our beloved Mon- signor passed quietly into eternity. The end came in the month of Our Blessed Lady on the very day on which she had brought peace to a war-torn-Europe. Monsignor gave us THE EMERALD, when, in the fullness of his understanding heart, he graciously consented to its publication, with the admonition that we make our school's first annual worthy of Catholic education. Today, as we leave the school of our hearts, we give it back to him, wrapped in loving gratitude for his devoted service to the youth of Red Bank Catholic, and tied securely with the promise of life-long fidelity to his holy teachings. THE EMERALD, our jewel of remembrance, is lovingly and respectfully dedicated to the memory of a noble gentleman and a priestly Priest—Right Reverend John B McCloskey. A . . . Sditediy QHcflenna and Jefi staff BETTY McMAhtoN JUNE HOLLIDAY ROBERT SOMMERS . . . unden tie cddnsfiiution aj ■t listen Oflatoj Sleanofi Principal . . . and tie faculty ey ’ ? ''‘ V r '=' ;?• Jl jisitrt iv cny  v ciuy mcmm charms to soothe the troubled frosh . . . Do-re-mes with entire student body . . . indispensable part of directing staff come spring and playtime . . . teaches Latin . . . directs choir. °ne.L, befkr rtln ooi .' c° sCkuS e £t%n'p th H SyrnPatk fh R o w,'th  £ : h'J, C?  'th v Mrs. Caroline Littlefield . . • stepped into R. B. C. just in time to meet Countess Maritza . . . plays rhythmically on the heart strings of young Cavaliers and their ladies . . . tricks people into work- ing almost as hard as she does . . . an understanding of youth that readily delights youth. Sister Mary Gratia keeps close to the sophs in IOA . . . teaches English with a period for math . . . guides R. B. C. Sodalists as faculty moderator . . . shares hon- ors with her class in topping every school drive. As librarian, Sister Mary Eileen opens the door to a world of in- formation and adventure . . . spends part of every day campaigning with Caesar . . . serves her alge- braic x, y, z to suit the taste of the most fastidious soph . . . smiles while she works and works always. 10 Doctor Mulligan . . . our physical fitness his first duty and pleasure . . always on call if the call comes from R. B. C. . . . jovial friendly . . . special sessions with senior boys . . . still bidding for a Casey football squad . . . M. could mean more doctors like R. B. C.'s respected medico. Mr. Patrick Vaccarelli . . . better known to the school at large as Pat ... in and out gym classes depending on the weather . . checks and rechecks on R. B. C. grays . . . soft ball tourneys a special with field day thrown in for good measure . . . takes his teaching and students seriously. Reverend James Duffy . . . sincere friend to every senior . . . spends his time planning for the advance- ment of R. B. C. . . . the power behind A. A. activity . . . spirit- ually uplifting as Priest and teacher. Tuesday's musical session and its popular sponsor, Mr. Joseph Minichini . . . travels weekly between Red Bank and Staten Island . . . directs quietly with a twinkle in his eye ... in perfect tune wit+i green and gold spirit. . . joti the DOMINIC ACERRA ''Sonny The man of the hour, the man the whole school waits for; Butch really rings the bell with everyone ... a financial wizard as student council thrift chairman, and a successful business man in his own right . . . our bowling butter- ball . . . meticulously groomed and jovial in manner . . . aspires to the highest profession, the holy Priesthood. BARBARA BELMONT Barby A musical Miss, with a melodious dis- position . . . perfect harmony of patience and understanding as student director of R. B. C.'s new orchestra . . . indis- pensable pianist at afternoon assemblies . . . capably fills the bill as music chair- man of student council . . . her eyes are as a book where one may read her thoughts and emotions . . . looks toward a white-capped future. IRENE BERBERICH Berbie A sweet shyness, balanced by a friendliness as warm as a June-day sun . . . a smiling Hi when you meet her in the corridor . . . photogenic features set off a pert little face . . . cooperative and hard-working, she holds the position of defense chairman of 12-A . . . rippling laughter and a voice as soft as a breeze. MARY BIANCAMANO Mary'' The smiling girl with the talking pencil .and the magic needle . . . chuck-full of chuckles with a smile that makes you smile right back . . . always cheerfully helpful . . . undecided between designing and dressmaking as a career. MARY JANE BOHN Jane A sky-duster with a smiling person- ality, and a clear-sighted perception of life . . . capable president of the socialite club and chairman of the bulletin board committee on student council . . . her pleasing voice gets big sales at the Carl- ton candy counter . . . excels in typing and shorthand ... a successful career for Jane who does things well. 4-. WILLIAM BONNETT Bill Easy-going, popular, well-mannered— that's Bill . . . quietly efficient as home- room treasurer . . . shuns the spotlight, though he well-deserves it for his spark- ling play in the softball tournament . . . leans towards all sports and cars . . . conservative, thoughtful, and bashful . . . looks to an immediate future in Uncle Sam's Navy. AUDREY BUZBY Buz Glints of mischief flickering through the sereneness that is tall, graceful Buz- zie's . . . outspoken frankness that can be witty, but never unkind . . . 5'8 of basketball energy . . . the life and laugh- ter of any party . . . dancer extraordin- aire ... a dignified entrance climaxed by a skate on the rug . . . poised and charm- ing as director of service. MARY BYRNE Burnsie A bright face that beams with con- tentment ... it screws up with dis- pleasure when she's teased . . . her sliding, shuffling walk doesn't interfere with her basketball ability . . . execu- tively efficient in Dad's real estate office . . . gives conscientious service as chair- man of hostesses. THOMAS CASSJDY Tom One-sided grin (except when facing the camera) and sparkling eyes simply seething with Irish merriment . . . ami- able and affable . . . fond and even proud of his famous jalopy . . . Bob Hafner's buddy and co-worker at Miller's . . . distinctive style of speech, sort of Cassidy accent . . . studies overtime to make-up for carefree underclassman days. 16 JANE CHASEY Janie Smooth page-boy hair-do for her lovely blonde tresses . . . that smart tailored look . . . well-balanced sense of humor with tumbling laughter . . . started answering present to the roll call in junior year . . . plenty of spirit has crowded heaps of activity into two years . . . secretary of 12-A and defense council president. I ANTHONY DELLA VECCHIA Dellaveck Man with an opinion on anything and an excuse for everything . . . loyal school supporter and an authoritative proctor with a heart of gold . . . mighty dreamer who verges on nightmares . . . stores up his energy at the Red Bank Candy Kit- chen where he works . . . destination un- known in regards to his ambition. ELVERA DiMARCANTON 10 Elvera Full of vim and vitality ... a spon- taneous grin accompanied by deep-toned laughter . . . petit bit of natural friend- liness and easy charm ... a welcome addition to any group, particularly the Socialites . . . generously willing and systematically able . . . has begun the ascent up the business ladder of success. GEOFFREY DOBSON Jeff Young man with a horn . . . trumpet talent came to light in school orchestra . . . a hard worker and willing worker . . . comfortable humor that tickles without scratching . . . popularity is his middle name . . . full of the joy of living . . . a startling intuition for asking pre-test questions. CATHERINE DOWD Kay Slim and graceful, a dancer divine . . . quiet charm, evidenced in her work on social committee ... a golden voice, too often hidden by Kay's sweet shy- ness ... an appreciation of attractive clothes and a knowledge of how to wear them . . . nonchalant dignity and soft- shoed humor blending into a particularly pleasing personality. EDWARD DONNELLAN Ed An easy-going sense of humor lurking behind pensive blue eyes . . . man with a mind of mystery, always busy with thoughts rarely expressed ... a hesitant lop-sided grin that gradually expands to a full-fledged smile ... a diligent proctor- in spite of his bashfulness ... a fine sense of responsibility and fidelity to his duties. BY 4 4 i JACQUELINE DRISCOLL Jackie Plainly naive, with a face that can be frank or blank . . . unaffected friendli- ness and a pleasant, easy-going manner . . . Latin's her bugaboo, but she always makes a valiant stab at it . . . has taken vocal lessons for years on years . . . has her sights set on a singing career. I KENNETH DRURY Kenny The soft-spoken proctor chairman with the Tarzan hair-cut . . . slow and easy on the drawl but quick and corny with the jokes especially in the role of Gate- mouth in the seniors' minstrel . . . de- pendable as time, tide or taxes, and con- scientious in every assignment . . . avid follower and participant of such sports as baseball and basketball. JOHN FAGAN Jawn Our up-and-coming Iturbi . . . rapt devotee of the Metropolitan Opera . . . leans towards the classics in art and music . . . quite an artist and musician in his own right . . . 12-A's representa- tive on the music committee . . pre- tended misogynist . . . devoted brother to Fifi. 19 RAYMOND FAGAN Ray Dreamy thoughtfulness ... a sheepish grin or a hearty laugh, but always a genuine sense of humor . . . serious about serious problems . . . bears the brunt of R. B. C.'s many and varied extra-curricu- lar activities as director on the student council . . . Managing editor of Sign- post keeps him hopping . . . meticuously well-groomed in spite of a few uncon- trolable locks of dark hair. 20 JAMES GALLAGHER Jimmy Take It From Me , Countess Ma- ritza really got a break with Jim as her leading man . . . dependable to the nth degree . . . clicks as Photography club prexy ... a real hit on the seniors' victorious softball squad . . . captains the varsity nine with homeruns a spec- iality ... an unsung hero as clean-up chairman of social affairs. JAMES FEEHAN Jim A walk like Lincoln and a heart known to no man . . . business-like in all he does . . . rare ability to keep a perfectly straight face while telling the wildest tales . . . wonderful wit and some bits of wisdom that are often astonishing , . . qualified authority on dentistry . . . appears to have the gravest matters of state on his mind . . . proctor with his work on his thoughts. ALICE GALLIVAN Al' A shy smile framed by daffodil blonde hair . . . sunripened disposition . . . famed for her art work, which she will put to use as a commercial artist . . . quiet approach to life . . . something puzzling sends her right eyebrow up quizically ... a shy feather of a smile. ANTOINETTE GIGLIO Toni Her time is your time—anytime . . . never too busy to lend a helping hand or a sympathetic ear ... an elfin tilt to her chin, and a distinctive poise in her bearing . . . blushes becomingly and resorts to her favorite expression, Oh, my goodness! when embarrassed. ROBERT HAFNER Bob Merry eyes that squint almost shut when he laughs, which is practically all the time ... a grin that'says, Let's be pals . . . super-shoe-salesman at Miller's till he donned Navy blues . . . active member of the thrift committee . . . displayed surprising dramatic talent as one of the witches in Macbeth . . . his sincerity and helpfulness made him an appreciated friend to all. i 21 ROBERT HARRIS Bob Keen mind with a pronounced flair for math . . . authority on electrical en- gineering, his aim in life . . . friendly smile and ever-present sense of humor . . . a little on the lonely side since Doc Monaghan joined the Navy . . . man behind the scenes of all dramatic success at R. B. C. . . . unsurpassed spirit of cooperation. GEORGE HAWKINS Hawk A veritable encyclopedia of corny jokes . . . Mr. Interlocuter of minstrel fame . . . full of fun, but serious about photography in which he is quite pro- ficient . . . up-and-at-'em director of social activities on student council . . . his hobby is having a good time . . . pocket-size package of pep and person- ality ... all things build toward chem- ical engineering. MARGUERITE HERRING Marggy A lady of mystery . . . her eyes are deep pools of thought . . . comments on her thoughtful appearance rile her . . . great dependibility as shown by her work as alumni editor and circulation editor of the Signpost , and a hard-working member of the Emerald staff . . . pres- ident of 12-A and the Press Club. 22 JOYCE HESSLEIN Joyce Friendly in an easy going sort of way . . . refreshingly gentle in speech and ac- tions . . . trim, neat about herself and her surroundings . . . efficiently business- like about her duties as home-room assembly chairman, treasurer of social club . . . smooth on the dance floor . . . an ardent collector of popular platters. JUNE HOLLIDAY June A lovable live-wire, charged with the electricity of mirth and school spirit . . . gives vent to her excess energy as cheer- leader . . . usually catches on to a joke five minutes later than everyone else and laughs five weeks longer . . . ardent supporter of the Green and Gold— whether the sport be baseball, basketball, or track . . . spends her more serious moments as secretary of the Science Club and homeroom literary chairman. ANN JOHN A nr Vies with Aggie Sanders for the title of class Shorty . . . new at R. B. C. this year, but earned her letter as a mem- ber of the cheerleading squad . . . chair- man of thrift in 12-B . . . quick wit and an ever-welcome sense of humor that add to her popularity . . . happy-go- lucky nature and laughing blue eyes. BETTY KATSKI Betty The little girl with the lovely smile and a personality that captivates the heart . . . well-chosen clothes and a neat appearance . . . gay brown eyes that invite friendliness . . . exuberant on the sub- ject of her four nieces . . . skates for the sheer joy of it . . . sincere from cover to cover. CATHERINE ICEELEN Kay Captivating Kay of Keansburg fame . . . a winning personality that embraces everyone who comes in contact with it . . . suffered quite a setback at the Bat- tle of the Bowling Alley, but remains enthusiastic about the sport ... a sense of humor that knows how to take as well as give . . . perpetual smile and spon- taneous laughter to brighten your day and lighten your heart. IRENE KNOBLE Irene A good natured helper and a genuine friend . . . cooperative in her duties as a Press Clubber . . . cheery sense of hu- mor . . . Berbie's pal and a loyal Keansburger . . . diligent but fun-loving . . . a willing worker and a grand sport. 24 EDWARD MAHAR Eddie Expresses indignance and hurt feelings when informed that he's late ... a loping walk that seems to drain his last ounce of energy . . . stars on the soft- ball diamond . . . never equipped with the necessary materials for writing . . proud possessor of the Community Car . BETTY McKENNA Betty Effortless skill and amazing results in every endeavor . . . rare combination of girlish enthusiasm and dynamic potenti- alities . . . yearbook by night, deadlines by day . . . part of every worth while thing that happens . . . editor-in-chief of The Emerald , editor of the Sign- post and literary chairman on S. C. . . . eager and ardent supporter of R. B. C.'s cagers . . . all-out for sports . . . cast no aspersions on her beloved Yankees . . . main aim: aviation. MARGARET McVEAGH Maggie A warm laugh styled for any occasion . . . sweet and lovely . : . pride of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps . . . our V-Mail female . . . writes and receives more letters than anyone else in R. B. C. . . . the silver-throated songster who captured the title role of Countess Maritza this year, after shining in the comedy role of Take It From Me as a junior . . . charmingly capable as stu- dent council's assembly chairman. BETTY McMAHON Betty Efficient and proficient as secretary of her class . . . laughter soft-toned as can- dlelight in the dusk ... a congenial friend, never too busy to help ... a cul- tured voice and an interesting speaker . . . knows how to listen as well as speak . . . trimly tailored perfection . . . serious about her responsibility on Emerald staff. GEORGE MONAGHAN Doc An Irish brogue in the disguise of a Jersey City accent . . . the part in his hair is an exceptionally close neighbor to his left ear . . . other half of the Harris-Monaghan combo . . . famed for corny jokes, dependibility, and a firm friendship . . . embarrassment causes a patriotically red face, harmonizing with his Navy blues. JOYCE MERRITT Joyce Efficiency personified . . . always on the go, making the Sodality hum smooth- ly as Prefect, or acting as student council spiritual chairman . . . sparkling blue eyes and a ready smile . . . serious side as likeable as her laughter ... a sparkle of humor in her eyes like a pilot light, ready at any moment to ignite a laugh . . . skating a must on her long list of favorites. 26 BETTY McMAHON Gerry A cagey femme eager and a busy member of the athletic committee . . . a brain that works even when her face goes blank . . . partial to corny jokes and parties ... a high-spirited fun-loving creature with a glimpse of romance in her sea-foam eyes. ANNE MULHOLLAND Anne Shy smile, soft and sweet as a sum- mer shower, followed by a rainbow of friendliness . . . active member of the music committee . . . gentle eyes that hold a world of understanding . . . quiet sense of humor revealed in her rippling laugh . . . possesses kindness and patience in abundance . . . will use both as a kindergarten teacher. MARY MUNNING Mary Successfully capable as president of the Student Council, but most impor- tant, an all-round girl with a personality to match . . . the lady who's most cut in on at every dance . . . sterling dra- matic ability and a lovely voice . . . makes a bid for softball fame every year . . . real spirit in more ways than one . . . a many-sided and skilled person with a friendliness that holds out a hand to the whole wide world. CHARLES MURPHY Charlie An Irishman with a dry wit and a genuine friendliness . . . entrusted with the honored office of senior class presi- dent ... a real sportsman, leaning towards softball, basketball, and track . . . independent thinker, refreshingly frank . . . proud member of the Brevent Park Fire Department. JOAN O'KANE Joan Dramatic star and dancer par ex- cellance . . . active and able president of the False Wig and Bustle Club . . . tall, slender, and graceful to the nth degree . . . bubbling laughter lurking be- hind vivacious hazel eyes . . . tingles with the joy of living, the love of giving . . . irresistable friendliness. ANN NOLAN Ann Habitual honor student, characterized by dependability and friendliness . . . good-natured and generous with her time and her talents . . . always ready with a helping hand ... a merry laugh and friendly eyes smoothly blended into a pleasing personality. JOHN O'SHEA Brick The original quizmaster with perpet- ual queries on every subject imaginable . . . loves to talk and enjoys nothing better than a good argument . . . struggles valiantly with Latin but always comes up grinning . . . avid follower of major league baseball and college bas- ketball . . . signed his life over as Gen- eral Populescu and made a brillant go of it. FRANK PALAIA Frank Lucius Beebe of the senior class . . . as Van he won Queenie in Take It From Me . . . displayed minstrel tal- ents as the Deacon in the Black-Outs of '45 . . . president of homeroom 12-B . . . a gift to the girls of any class . . . laughing, friendly brown eyes and a hearty sense of humor . . . Gene Krupa, Bing Crosby and Tyrone Power all in one. CHARLES PARIS Charlie An air of quiet reserve'. . . thoughtful brown eyes . . .homeroom representative on the bulletin board committee . . . avid follower of all sports . . . Knute Rockne's his ideal . . . spends his after- noons working at Fort Monmouth . . . has hopes for sports writer's life . . . nows and enjoys good music. ANITA PEYTON a Red Poise and self-confidence lead the way . enthusiastic over the latest records . social chairman on the Student Coun- cil, and chief Snow Ball roller . . . temper and hair harmonize . . . very definite . . . high school edition of Harper's Bazaar ... the only senorita in the Spanish class . . . scholastic, ath- letic and social success. RUTH PI GAGE Ruth'' A helpful friend with a ready smile and a sunny disposition . . . bookkeep- ing's tops with her in school and as a possible career . . . spends her leisure moments reading . . . had fun making up her mind in Maritza. PAUL RAFFERTY Raff Pint-sized package of efficient school spirit . . . capable President of A. A. . . . athletic chairman on Student Council . . . sparkles on the diamond and the court . neat and courteous ... a quiet laugh and a friendly smile that shines through his shyness. 30 EUGENE RALEIGH Gene Incomparable knack for the unexpec- ted . . . brightens all classes with his amazing opinions offered in all sincerity . . . diligent proctor in spite of easy-going attitude . . . mischievous grin lurking behind naive eyes . . . weighs his words carefully which might account for the astonishing wisdom underlying his breezy patter. JEANNE RAU Jeannie Our Jeannie with the light brown hair . . . neat and sweet . . . continually busy with her sodality committee position . . . ever faithful to Cicero and a Joisey City accent . . . smooth on ice skates . . . smart tastes, well-chosen clothes . . . trim as a row of pins . . . drives her Mother's car. JOHN REGAN Jack A predominance of wit in nis life . . . easy going and fun loving . . . only ser- ious moments are spent proctoring . . . laughable, loveable Tambo of the sen- iors' minstrel . . . snappy repartee . . . mischief written all over his face, and shining from his eyes. 31 JOHN ROBBINS Ears Dyed-in-the-wool make-believe pessi- mist . . . straight-faced while talking, even when joking . . . continuous enter- tainment for the class . . . wins softball fame for his play in the junior-senior tournament . . will be long remembered as Hambone of the Black-Outs of '45 , singing his hit number, Rufus Rastus Johnson Brown . . . starred as the other Baron Zupan. JOHN RUDDY Bud A fountain of school spirit, bubbling over with fun and interest . . . provided a big boost to The Emerald's financial status; it must be the banker in him . . . neat and well dressed, the perfect gen- tleman . . . pep plus personality equals popularity and pals for Bud Ruddy. PATRICIA RYAN Pat A big RE for Patsy—firecracker in a cool white cheerleading uniform . . . ticket salesman deluxe as home-room social chairman ... a subtle wit and an overflow of humor ... a laugh ever ready to ripple . . . pep! personality! pretty as a picture! our Patsy! AGNES SANDERS Aggie Dimunitive but dynamic . . . vibrant, vivid personality . . . athletic Aggie, a well-known figure on the softball field . . . dancing eyes and a rollicking laugh . . . hearty sense of humor . . . has a passion for plaid shirts . . . one of Keansburg's favorite daughters, but a welcome addition to any gathering. WALLACE SCHAAB Wally Two loves has Wally , one, the gar- den spot, Keansburg, and the other, his sports clothes . . . nervous as a candle- flame, but steady and sincere in his office of homeroom vice-president . . . forever ready to express admiration for the work of others . . pleasant sea of disposition without a ripple of uneven- ness . . . hands that begin talking before he says a word . . . favors math and mechanical drawing. JAMES SHEA 'Jim' The eyes have it! Mosaic master- pieces of sparkling blue, they radiate his fun-loving personality and efferves- cent spirit of mischief . . . serious and sincere in regards to his student coun- cil position as chairman of clubs ... an all-round sport excelling in basketball and softball ... his neatness warrants the title, Gentleman Jim . 33 RITA SLATTERY Rita A deep understanding of the finer things of life, offset by a merry sense of humor and a ready laugh . . . whole- hearted generosity of herself and her time that make her an asset to the lit- erary committee, The Emerald and The Signpost staffs . . . keen observer and an accurate reasoner, loyal to an ideal . . . prim and trim in dress and manner . . . has designs on designing. ROSE SOLE Rosie Small of stature, big of heart, with a gay smile on her lips and laughter in her eyes . . . unskilled in the art of scowling ... a will to work and a per- sistence in all she does . . . rolls up scores in bowling . . . dotes on anything red, but shies away from washing dishes . . . Rosie holds the formula for true friendship. ROBERT SOMMERS Lobo Strong sense of responsibility, proved by his capable handling of school funds as Student Council Treasurer . . . be- comes a strawberry blond when his scarlet blush glows through his light hair . . . outstanding Southpaw both in writing checks and catching softball . . . chang- ing voice aided his part as Dandelion in the seniors' minstrel . . . owner and inventor of Sommers Inner-Spring Walk . BEVERLY TRACY Bev Depend ibi I ity and efficiency as shown by her work as class treasurer of 12-B . . . capably handles the sale of bonds and stamps in her home room . . . friendly spirit of co-operation that makes her a joy to work with . . . came to R. B. C. in junior year and has been an honor student ever since. DOROTHY SUTPHIN Dorrie Our choice for the adjective vi- vacios . . . always surrounded by an aura of sunniness . . . denies any attrac- tion for shorthand . . . popularity with a capital P . . artless sophistication is hers. RUTH VAN GLAHN Ruth Wonderful listener with the proper words to sympathize . . . generosity could easily be her name . . . ever eager to please . . . possesses an abund- ance of energy . . . fun-loving spirit . . . chemistry fan building toward a career as an angel of mercy . JULIE TRAVERS Julie The girl of the minutes as Secre- tary of the Student Council . . . deep devotion to her Alma Mater and depend- ability in all her duties ... a casual charm that invites friendship . . . twin orbs of soft brown velvet in a glowing satin countenance . . . youthful sim- plicity adds charm to a winning per- sonality. 35 I Out Ofiahiitu] ttas j lGHT of our red-blooded 45'ers who are stepping in time to the music of Uncle Sam in the Army, in the Navy, and in the United States Marines. Wherever our fighting grads may be, on land, on sea, or in the air, we want them to know that as far as we re concerned, they are right here in our midst at Red Bank Catholic High. As they look up at the symbol of liberty for which they are fighting, may they see flying in memory beside the stars and stripes, the symbolic green and gold of Alma Mater. I ... the Jj uniatis Rose Marie Acerra John Arnone Ronald Bonforte Theodore Brenner ht- Patricia Byrne Margery Carroll Miriam Cocfield Marie Therese Conklin ' Florence Connors Vera Cotton Wilma Crawford Eleanor Day Catherine Hupfer John Jeffrey Jean Kaney John Kelly Josephine Hayes Caitlin Hayes Jean Holters Rose Marie Maxwell John McCue Betty Schuman Jean Schwoeie Dorothy Schaab Henry Sehaible Ruth Schubert ...ihe sjihomo ies Margaret Brenan John Buzby Frank Hanish Cornelius Harrington I • 1 Alicia Hawley Vera Heckt Evelyn Hetrick Rose Marie Hines •Nicholas Kaiser Donald Kaufman Dolores Greco Alphonse Guerra Marilyn Halters Alice Kenney William Kohl Harry Smith Frank Sole Betty Sturm Catherine Tanner George Van Gieson June Wahl Mary Grace Wolfe Catherine Wood John Ratbemacher James Robbins Joseph Salmon ... and the c Nancy Ahern Eileen Alexander Regina Allen Edward Andre Rose Biancaniano Carolyn Buchanan AA Lois Cotton John Coughlin Francis Crine Dorothy Cusick £ -■ Barbara Delisa John Desmond Alicia Dobbs Lewis Dorick 3 ames Carton Edw.rdC  Anthony CaP' James Boyce Collins Dominio Cir'al° Dolores Chevalier Costello Margaret Cosentino Conklin Charles Drury David Emmons Arthur Farron John Gargana Theresa Garruto Gerald Gieling Francis Gregory George Hanish Bernice Harris Mary Harvey Robert Hawkins Josephine Henke Nathan Hesslein Joseph Hintleman Charles Hoffman Alfred Hollywood Joseph Holtz Peter Horback George lllmensee Barbara Kaney Thomas Keany Betfy MacOuffi, Madeline Magee MarckSfein MarV Masse, Mathews James King McGuire Scrn'« McMah, McQuarr e Nareen Kirman Ethel Kilan Mary Meers Thomas Kozak Robert Klauss Thomas Mona ,. y Murpfv Margaret Leach Patricia Quigley Gertrude Rescorl Gennaro Licosati Margaret Lisauro Theresa Shields Daniel Sapp Alice Sample Napleona Lucia Jose Lorenz Ann Naughton Ruth Newman Lois Newmier Patiiaa O'Keete Raoul Pietri Joseph Pontecaras Franklin Stanhopo John Stanhope Ann Strohmenger Edwin Sutphin George Trevors Patrick Trimboll Josephine Simpson Francis Sole Dorothy Spicer George Widly Albert Wolfe ... glasses $ • 'o00 V 'i 'N 9 S °« P « 6s ,: ve S A ,  cV'JVeV' „ K xc« s y p ■. Famous Originals unfold as geometry analysts do their stuff in Math class. Rita Slattery, Bob Sommers, and June Holli- day hold forth at the board. Working in their places are Joan O'Kane, Wally Schaab, Paul Rafferty Margie Herring, Jim Shea, John O'Shea, Bill Bonnett, Alice Gallivan, and George Hawkins. It's nearing the third Wednes- day of the month, so Julie Travers and Mary Jane Bohn get in their office practice mimeographing letters for the P. T. A. meeting. Jackie Driscoll has a brainstorm in Cicero! ! ! It seems all right with Barbara Belmont, Jane Chasey, Anne Mulholland, Pat Ryan Audrey Buzby, Anne Nolan. Johnnie O Shea wouldn't know; he’s struggling with a case of subjunctives. World News of the Week keeps serious Vernon Ganley, Antoinette Gifllio, Irene Berberich, Ed Donnellan, and Jim Feehan in a whirl or so they'd have Sister Richard believe. Speech is Joan O'Kane's second name. That's why she's beaming as she performs for the rest of the seniors. day afternoon health classes. engineers- George Hawk?n ertX' Jim Sh, John Fagan, Walk «« johytL. Secretaries in the making take their typing seri- ously as Sister Rosarita looks on. That hard- working twosome in the front are Betty McMahon and Kay Keelen. Behind Betty are Jerry Mount and Mary Biancamano. Antoinette Giglio and Joyce Hesslein follow Jerry. Pencil-pointers Julie Travers and Joyce Hesslein keeping social-lighters posted on the best way to be social. That shield is a dead give-away of real live li- brarians in the making: Alice Gallivan, Mary Gab- rielle, Adrienne Crochet, Mary Lou Farry, Madeline Magee, Alice Sample, Marg- aret Leach, and Betty Murphy. Model planes designed by model members of the science club: Robert Klause, Thomas Monaghan, Dick Nelson, Franklin Stanhope, Vincent McCue and David Emmons. A prize shot of vice presi- dent Hawkins shooting his colleagues of the photogra- phy club. Press clubbers Geoffrey Dob- son, Ann Nolan, Joyce Mer- ritt, Audrey Buzby, Alice Gallivan, and John Fagan give the Signpost their pressing attention. Sister Charitas has her own reasons for finger printing members of the science club. If a winning smile is an asset to V club membership, then these com- mercial club officers can teach the rest of us a lesson. Seated: Betty Madure and Patricia Porter; Stand- ing: Mary Taylor and Barbara De Lisa. Just imagine what the Maritza Spanish costumes would have done to complete the atmos- phere surrounding these gay senoritas of the Spanish club: Martha Conrad, Florence McGirr, Rosemarie Acerra, Janet Whelan, Mary Ellen Garvey, Helen Widdis, Marie Blum, Peggy De- Santis; and seated: Josephine Domzal, Margie Carroll, Josephine Hayes and Mary Wenning. Smiles for victory as defense coun- cilors Jimmy Maloney, Irene Ber- berich, Mary Vaiti, Joe Kellenyi, Marjorie Carroll, and Regina Allen make returns to Beverly Tracy, Jane Chasey and Mary Ellen Garvey. Joan O'Kane, president of False Wigs and Bustles, applies the art of make-up to an old trouper, Mary Munning. Mommie Littlefield beats out the rhythm while Danny Hogan starts Maritza along the road to stardom R. B. C. beauties revel mid the beau- ties that surround R. B. C. when win- ter comes to Red Bank—Betty Mc- Mahon, Arlene Rooney, Irene Ber- berich, Mary Lou Farry, Janet Whelan and Anita Peyton. Their hearts were young and gay as they joined the entire school in Christmas Caroling—Colette Lorenz. Anne Mulholland, Eileen McNeil, Betty Katski, Jane Chasey, Ruth Kil- zen, Joyce Merritt, Jane Devlin and Eleanor Day. Senior Audrey Buzby gratefully and proudly portrays the role of Lady Mary in Nativity scene. 7r R. B. C.'s first boy Sodalists kneel in solemn anticipation of receiving their Sodality emblem, Our Lady's medal. The Medical Mission Sisters provide three R. B. C. Sodality sisters, Margaret MacVeagh, Jar.e Chasey and Rita Slattery, with a good topic for Vocation Week. nampions n's VVorfc s workers Vocation Week activities called into service sophomore Sodalists who arranged an eye-catching display in homeroom 10A. Right now Martha Conrad, Josephine Domzal, and Margie Carroll are giving their interested attention to Fathers and Sisters and brides. Jean Rau shares Father Monahan's letter on the Mission Crusade with seniors Wally Schaab and Ray Fagan. Crown bearer Jean Rau and Crowner Joyce Merritt radiate the warmth of love that filled the hearts of R. B C. Sodalists on their special May Day. They offered special homage to Lady Mary in the name of their classmates—senior Mary Munning, junior Eleanor Day, sophomore Rosemary Maxwell, and freshman Jose Lorenz. They're in and their badges are on' That makes Bob Sommers, Julie Travers, Mary Manning, Ray Fagan, George Hawkins, Jim Gallagher, and, back row, Paul Rafferty, Betty McKenna, Jim Shea, Joyce Merritt, Dom- inic Acerra, Charlie Murphy, Pete Fleming, Vincent McCue, Franklin Stanhope, Kenneth Drury Margaret Mac- Veagh, Barbara Belmont, Mary Jane Bohn, and Audrey Buzby full-fledged council members. Monsignor McCloskey did the honors. c,V- n v' ko v4 .es ptuJeni Facts and figures prevail as Bob Sommers swings a left-handed signature on to a student council check for social chairman George Hawkins. Looks as if senior pres Charlie Murphy might be planning the erection of a new gym. Any hoo he claims the rapt attention of underclass presidents Fleming, Stanhope, and McCue. Secretary Julie Travers takes her minute minding seriously; naturally, it has a good effect on Madam President Munning. .  ° cpr ‘ s'e T ?e' Something new in proctors—service with a smile from Tom Cassidy, Gene Raleigh, Ed Donnellan, Tony Della Vecchia, and Jack Regan. Ut HM ■■ . U aad A 9o! 6 edit , c S' rA !o' a 9 The Signpost's stick-up story being enacted by cub re- porters Antoinette Giglio and Barbara Belmont. Ladies and gentleman of the press meet with editor-in-chief Betty McKenna to check on the March issue. Rita Slattery, news editor, and Jimmie Maloney, feature editor, rate a seat. Looking over Betty's right shoulder is Pete Fleming, sports editor, and over the left, alumni editor Marguerite Herring. Managing editor Ray Fagan and Colette Lorenz, feature editor, are crowding out bulletin board exchanges. Signpost- Hour when the whole school becomes silent as the grave. That's Jimmie Maloney typically wrapt and standing. Bringing home the bacon has nothing on bringing home The Signpost , according to Managing editor Ray Fagan and our smiling reporter Owen Grant. dr V % I. .-1- Q-, n wv ' JLw' v £ VL V - «• '« 70 y % , r q. %s %sSc a'£ 'o°'« 3 ; 4 0 , % Sos T« o' 1 “a oi. v«a «J v « « y xv SS Vs? °K “ W v - RPPLY NO '' % ? v -C vA‘ ' I . gi . „ . „ ______ ... ✓•Qp TO YOUR CL localaiiBfiftr,, fc f f - V 6 : ' Voy $ VP'0 . e' v 0' Vy' BE R COLONEL W 7HBN'EAGLE ON YOUR SHOULDER H- OR- Maritza, (Margaret MacVeaghl, gives Tass ilo, (Jimmie Gallagher), a letter with in- structions to seal it. He does! ! ! It's George Hawkins, the Zingo, yesing Joan O'Kane as Princess Bozena of the lifted face. Dancing gypsies get into the swing of Make Up Your Mind as Zmgo peeks out from center. Manya, our Audrey Buzby, waits In vain for a Tassilo who has given his heart to Maritza. The grand entrance of a grand comed- ian-one General Populeccu, better known as Johnnie O'Shea. The second act finale makers pledging Maritza's guests to Maritza's champagne. Smile! Hold it! ! ! And that's what a perfect cast did in the grand finale of a perfect show. Gene Raleigh as Stefan, a cavalier at heart, takes time out to pose with Freda. Low lights—soft music— sweet young things in winter formals—handsome escorts—memories of R. B. C.'s first Christmas formal. Nothing camera-shy about our Joan O'Kane and her Mr. Hogan. Tom Cassidy must have been dreaming of a white Christmas and a lady dressed in black taffeta with whom to celebrate it. He got both, thanks to Dot Sutphin and the seniors' Snow Ball. V m ft % A dramatic pause in the June prom entrance of Marguerite Herring, Tom Cassidy, Joan O'Kane and Joan's escort. A study in contrast as the socialites of R. B. C. swing and sway the June prom way ... $4i hi e (ic Captain Jim Gallagher, the Casey nine's greatest catch, both at the plate and behind it. A trio of the world's best backers who served R B. C. in the capacity of coaches -Father Wade, Father Duffy, and Father Byrnes. Our fightino J R B C spirit clockwise, we c WJV°UA oC e- 'natO aeve c°a G cW' A° cSef 't-®J e a Xo O'v - a'' '7 9 led Second-sacker Bill Welsh was forced to change his Casey uniform for Navy blues when Uncle Sam sig- nagled, but he was around long enough to help make his team one of the most formidable in Mon- mouth County. sQuad es of R. B. C.'s rooters as 1 ioy Jimmy Gill (foreground mg the lull before the Ca -' ey wa f typ'f'e s storm f° victory ent,rr cnt Audrey Buzby Vera Cotton Mary Ellen Garvey Helen Gare Captain Tease Conklin Caseyettes® aesthetic,las they leap for artpther toss-up during spirited practice scrimmage. Helen Widdis Let's get going, men, snaps Captain Sug Rafferty to Joe Dillon (4), Dick Nelson (18), Pete Fleming, and Paul Rafferty (on floor); the cheer- leaders echo his command to gallery at Red Bank-Red Bank Catholic till Lenore Maguire Patricia Byrne . t a 0n Mr. and Mrs. James Acerra Dr. L. B. Ahern Mr. Theodore Baldwin Mr. and Mrs. Robert Balfour Miss Audrey Belmont Miss Claire Belmont Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Belmont Mr. and Mrs. Charles Berberick Miss June Berberick Mr. Walter Berberick T 5 Dominic P. Biancamano Mr. and Mrs. William J. Bohn Pfc. Raymond P. Burnett Mr. and Mrs. A. Buck Mrs. T. Buchaber Mr. and Mrs. Clyde N. Buzby Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Carr Miss Frances Carr Mr. and Mrs. Louis Casagrande Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Cassidy Mr. and Mrs. D. Cervadora Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Chasey Mrs. Grandin Chapman Mr. and Mrs. B. Cittadino Mr. and Mrs. P. A. 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