Saint Benedicts Academy - Benedicta Yearbook (Pittsburgh, PA)

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Gnd 66072 Ig OLUZ LADIliS, BIC SEA'l'liD One day was left and the month of January would be over and S. B. A. hadn't had a program for the llarch of Dimes. Our creative young senior, Carol Reynolds, suggested a minstrel. But how, when, and where? 'lihrough the cooperation of the senior class a delightful and entertaining program was arranged and before one could say Jael: Robinson the curtain opened and the chords for the opening number were sounded. 'lihe end men's songs and jokes were typical of the southern minstrel. 'lihe ehorus was decorated with bright red hows and helped with the singing. The Dark 'liown Strutts.-r's Ball was rendered by Carol Reynolds, Xlargaret Stanley was love-sick by the llarx'est Hoon . Lorraine liriskey and Dolores Climber sang l,ittle David Play Un Your llarp . Dorothy Sehoenig and Betty hlane Schumacher rendered Rufus Rastis -lohnston l5roxx'n . 'lihe minstrel was a success and the lnfantile Paralysis Fund was also a sueeess. Infantile Paralysis Drive boosted by the presenta- tion of the senior minstrel. The Bells are ringing for Petunia and Juneya

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lfditorf ezzifcz Nlarianne Breitenhach, .Xssistx ltdltori larrlclgi llillams, l'ea- lietty jane Schumacher, Ca Reynolds. News Writers: Edda Giegerich, Betty Adams, Dorothy Vey, Mary Schoenecker, Shirlee Becker, Patricia Murphy. Reporters: l'atricia llomlgt-rs, Jeanne lxress, l.ouise Doherty, jane Diel. . 1 9 :---g.?4f.'35,'f3--- if n...iy t i..... na... Wim nam... .4 r.m.i, - R 5 :Ao i...f,Am.-...I nn. . Y s n A P.f1...f..... . in .-M.. rw.. m....s m.....sn.n.M.u mx..M-1.15: A M....,,. may . n.-4.4 X I If .., .mf liveryhody at S. B. A. knows when the end of the month arrives. For the students it is a time of patient waiting. But for a school paper as we now have, it is well worth Waiting. Our paper contains a hrief summary of the latest occurences at the academy -the visitors that spoke to the student hody, the various socials held hy the classes, editorials, Alumnae News, Classy Lassie, a highlight on the latest fads and fashions, Tattle Tale, which in reality is just gossip, and last hut not least, the Honor Roll. 'lihe students are very proud of Benita. The graduating class ol' '45 is the Hrst to have the distinction of issuing a printed school paper. lr wasn't an easy task for the girls, but they succeeded as a unit in making it a success. Much enthusiasm has heen aroused since the puhlication of the first edition, and success at last has heen attained. 19

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wziors resent U ifffe omeizn After Weeks of rehearsal under the expert direction of Miss lflizabeth K. Vllingerter, the juniors presented their class play, Little VVomen, on November 28 and 29. l.ouisa Xl. Alcott's inspiring story of the March family, their joys and sorrows, has been the favorite of every young girl since it was first published. ln the double cast, chosen by the directors, Dolores Reichle and Mary Jane Kearns played the lovable tom-boy jo, to the satisfaction of everyone. The role of the dainty, feminine, Meg, was enacted by Patricia Murphy and 'llrudy Hartung. The stubborn but lovable character of Amy was portrayed by Mary Zimmerman and Marcella Funk. Shirleen Lacher and Cecilia Schrey, as Beth, gave endearing performances. The role of Nlarmee was brought to life by Shirlee Becker and Rose Marie Brunner. Marion McMahon and Dolores lflias were splendid as Hannah. Sally Moffat, Amyls school chum was interpreted by Kathleen Breitenbach and Mary lfllen McLaughlin. Charlotte Cheetham was cast as Aunt Caroll. Madeline Porter's excellent portrayal of Aunt March will never be for- gotten. The surprise of the play was brought out by Patricia Rodgers, when she appeared as Mr. March. Oh Meg! I've burned your hair A 2' ang., uhly Dears, Your father misses you very much I think we can manage without any help, Aunt lVlarch 4 x