Saint Michael High School - Michaelinian Yearbook (Pittsburgh, PA)

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MARY ALICE PHILBIN St. John the Evangelist Phil F our years of happiness with a good Catholic foundation will be among my fond memories of St. Nfichael High. Library Club '45g Gavel Honor Society '45 g Secretary of Chemistry Club '44 3 Immensee Club '44g Assistant Manager of Can-Do Party '45. . Her charming personality coupled with her congenial ways, makes this Irish lass tops among her classmates. Bowling is her favorite sport. She is our silent helper. x SYLVESTER J. PIOTROWSKI St. Michael Wen High school has taught me to be spiritually and mentally alert to all that is going on about me and to be fair and just in all my dealings. Band '41-'45g Basketball '41-'45g Chairman of Class Discussion '44g Vice-President of Biology '42. This easy-going lad is never an annoyance to the class, but always finds time for fun. He is a very efficient athlete and his cour- teous ways make it a pleasure to know him. ALLENE M. RAY St. Michael fCK'ibbyJJ One thing I can say is the four years of my Catholic education can be accredited to the faculty who taught me to be what I am. Basketball '41-'445 Student Manager '45g Shield Staff '44-'45g Glee Club '45 5 Band Musical '43, This senior is to be lauded for her untiring work on the Shield . She excels in typing and her likable qualities insure her a host of friends. ANNA M. SCHMITT St. Michael . ffAnn5J My four years at St. Michael High have taught me to accept the difficulties of everyday life with a smile, as God's will. Student Council President '45 5 Gavel Honor Society '45g Band Member '41-'45 3 Cheerleader '42-'455 Science Honor Society '44. Having success in all undertakings, Ann possesses unsurpassed ability and initiative. Her delightful smile is quite appealing to everyone. Perseverance is one of her pet virtues. 1 i li l 1 l l I s 20 y A

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PEARL JoRDAN St. Michael Pearly: That patience, practice, diligence and labor tend toward good character building and lead to success is the great lesson I learned during high school. Christmas Posters ,433 Quill and Scroll Member '44g Staff Art- ist for Shield '44g Assistant Manager for P.I.P. Party '44g Staff Artist for Yearbook '45. Pearl is a quiet lass who is noted for her artistic ability. Her work on the school paper and the yearbook was exceptional. ROBERT F. LILLY St. Elizabeth Cf-Bob!! My Catholic education which has taught me to face the facts of life straightforward and chin up, was brought about by the spiritual and physical guidance of my parents, priests and nuns. Class President '43-'455 Band Member '43-'45g Co-Editor of the Nlichaelinian '45g Journalism ,4-4-'455 Debating ,4-4-'45, g'Bob has been successful in all his undertakings. His smooth dancing and likable ways have made him a favorite with all the girls. He is also an expert baton twirler. THHRESA LUBY St. Stephen K!T67.7.'J,JJ 'iThe encouragement of the faculty and the delightful friendship of my classmates really made my four years at St. Michaelfs pleas- ant, especially the senior year. Catholic Action Vice-President ,423 Class Secretary' 44: Shield Typist '44-'45g Immensee Club Secretary '44g 'fBig Deal Party Manager '44. Her sunny disposition and scholastic ability are such as will win her friends as well as success in all that she attempts to do. MELVIN J. QCCONNOR St. Michael Hlrishv In my four years at St. Michael's, I have learned that educa- tion is attained through trials and difficulties, but that they can be overcome by prayer and a smile. y Catholic Action Club Secretary '415 Band '42-'43g German Club President ,425 Catholic Action Panel Discussion '44. His wavy hair and ever-present smile make Melvin one of the most popular seniors. There is never a dull moment around this fun-loving optomist. This Irish lad will certainly have success in the future. 19 Sits.

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MARY ALICE SGHULTZ St. Michael cct7ill:: ' 'cThe Catholic principles taught me by all my teachers will long be remembered and lived. Basketball ,42-'455 Shield Staff '44-3453 Yearbook Business Manager '455 Catholic Action Officer '42g Glee Club '45. We all know Mary Alice for her readiness to lend a helping hand. She is a member of the Girls' Varsity. She spent many hours mimeographing the school paper. , HELEN SEBA Holy Cross Twin In my Catholic education, I have been taught to form good habits which form a good character. Student Council 'fl-55 Shield Staff 'fl-43453 Basketball '42-'41-33 Catholic Action '42g Student Manager '43. As oliicer of the Student Council, Helen just loves to jot down notes. Her sociability with the under-classmen is a good asset to her. RITA M. SINGER St. Michael if-Ritii My Catholic education has taught me how to practice virtue and avoid sin in my daily round of life. Class Ofhcer '423 Basketball '42-,45 5 Shield Staif '42-'11-55 Presi- dent of Library Club '45 5 Band '42-'44, Rit can really travel in a basketball game. Reliability and courtesy appear to be outstanding in her character. You will find her always willing. DoRoTHY M. STAUB St. Michael 6TD0tt-yi! :'The great effort put forth by the Sisters in training me has ma de me want to do all I can in building my character. Gavel Honor Society '455 Chairman of Rosary Program ,445 German Club ,455 Catholic Action '43. ' A pleasing attitude stands hand in hand with Dot . This short, attractive girl really puts forth effort in her assigned work. Success always attends her efforts. I 1 I l l 1 1 21p