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

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Loretta L. Greiner Reporter to Pittsburgh Catholic H 0 p i n g that some a r t i c 1 e s would be printed, Loretta, our . Ace Reporterf' h-as sent many write-ups to ' ' T h e Pittsburgh Catholic. W i t h her unique style of journalism, Loret- ta m a n a g e d to have most of her articles published. Mlhen she wrote the news for this weekly, the honor of St. Michael High School was always foremost in her mind. In thus writing, our Ace Reporterw obtain- ed prestige for her school. Left to right-Standing: Pearl Chronowiat, Editorg Helen Seba, Business Managerg Ruth Wilhelm, Mimeographerg Rita Singer, Sports Editorg Robert Lilly, Reporter, Vera Bertel, Business Managerg Mary Alice Schultz, Mimeographerg Allene Ray, Typistg Seated: Betty Borbonus, Gossip Columnist, Theresa Luby, Typist, Pearl Jordan, Artistg Marian Fritz, Typistg Loretta Greiner, Co-Editorg Anna Schmitt, Alumni Columnist, absentg Bernard Blahut, Sports, CLeft for Marinesj. OUR GALAXY OF JOURNALISTIC STARS VVith printer's ink in their veins, as it were, these enthusiastic journalists under- took the task of editing the Shield . Variety and simplicity were the keynotes of this publication, which everyone enjoyed. One of the most-read columns was c'Busy Bees -the gossip mart. Issuing the Loof Lirpa QApril Foolj edition, was one of the many pleasant tasks undertaken by this staff. READERS' CLUB HOLDS QUIZ During the past year the Library Club was organized and was headed by Rita Singer, president, Vera Reich, vice-president, Arlene Krugh, secretaryg Herm an Moelter, treasurer. By the display of special books and posters, much was accomplished in the field of reading. On January 19, a quiz program was conducted by the Library Club for the enjoyment of the student body. Questions on twelve books were formulated by club members and compiled by the chairman, Dolores Maccine. Of the voluntary contestants, two from each class, William Reich from Class 102 won the victor's C1'OVVI'l . Above -- Left to R ig h t : Dorothy Krappweis, Betty Mysliwczyk, Barba- ra Dieter-leg Rita Mae Singer, Her- man Moelter, Ar- lene Krugh, Vera Reich. Below - Left to R igh t : Mildred Trocheck, M a r y Alice Philbin, Wil- liam Reich, Gloria Brandt, James Ba- bilon, Dolores Demlwlowski, E d - ward Mours, Do- lores Maccine, Ro- b e r t Settlemaier, Herman Moelter, Joan Niedermeyer, William Winter Florence Mierun, Anthony O bid - szynslei, Betty Bor- bonus, Dorothy Anderson. 44 A

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STUDENT COUNCIL In order to promote interest and procure the most capable officers for the year of 1944-45, the students grouped into three parties, namely, the Big Deal, Can-Do and P. I. P. fPupils Interest Partyj . After a week of campaign speeching, exhibiting posters and the final election, the installation of officers took place in the auditorium in the presence of the student body, October 24, 1944. Each Student Council ofiicer and representative pledged his loyalty in the presence of the Blessed Moth- er to do his duty to the best of his ability and to make St. Michael High School a bigger and better school. The Student Council undertook to raise the necessary funds for Federations fees and the Red Cross by sponsoring inter-class games. The splendid farewell party for Mr. Howard Ruppen and the victory party for the girls' varsity were undertaken. Sister M. Aelred is the adviser. OUR LADY OF FATIMA You must pray the Rosary and pray it properly. These were the words Our Blessed Mother spoke as she appeared to the children in Fatima. They were the spur behind the assembly given by the Catholic Action Club, November 3. The Catholic Action Council and the other members of the high school put these words into effect as a result of a playlet Our Lady of Fatima . This gave the students an impressive picture of what really happened. Our Lady of Fatima promised, that if we pray the Rosary and pray it properly, God would be merciful to mankind and spare them from many scourges. The Rosary is a power- ful instrument for good. Our Director, Father Walter gave a very inspiring address on the rosary devotion. CATHOLIC ACTION During the course of the school term the Catholic Action Club sponsored several major undertakings. It aided the missionaries by collecting canceled stamps, by giving donations and by saying special prayers. Since the purpose of this club is to make Christ and Mary better known, it carried out its purpose well by establishing the Immaculate Heart Saturday and having Father Patrick Peyton, C.S.C. to speak to the student body on the Family Rosary. Father Peyton's talk inspired us all to live our daily lives doing Catho- lic action, particularly, by saying the Family Rosary. RED FEATHER PROGRAM Through the patronage of the Gavel Honor Society and the senior class the Red Feather Program set forth the purpose and services of the Community Fund. Going Our Way was the theme of the assembly. The standing members delivered speeches urging the student body to contribute for the good of less fortu- nate humanity. Pearl Chronowiat took charge of an acrostic given by the seated members. Parodies on favor- ite popular songs interspersed the program and gave zest to the undertaking. Marian Fritz acted as chairman. 43

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WE HAD A DATE WITH GOD One of the early events of the school year was the annual high school retreat under the very able direction of Father Peter Quinn, C.P., a priest of the Pas- sionist O r d e r at Saint Paul's Monas- tery. The retreat be- gan on September 20 and closed on September 22. Father Peter in his retreat proved to the students that while one purpose of their attendance at Saint Michael P T High School was to fit them to take their place in the world of today, by far the most important part of any Catholic education- al system is the cultural value it brings to the soul. Worldly values were compared with spiritual values. Father Peter very eloquently proved to our student body that no amount of pleasure or learning could com- pensate for the loss of an immortal soul. 'The lessons the students learned during this retreat, we are sure, will remain with them all their lives. For the senior class, it was an event to be remembered, for it was their last school retreat. We are sure that these three days of intensive spiritual exercises and self-examination will aid them in the years to come. AMERICA'S PASSION PLAY Already in its twenty-sixth year of performance '5Veronica's Veil, America's Passion Play, is still por- traying to thousands every year, the sufferings of our Lord because of His love for us. Sincerest gratitude is extended to Father Wendelin, C.P., Director of the Passion Play, who worked many hours to put the play on and enabled it to be a grand success. Thanks also goes to the others who have made it possible for Veronica's Veil to continue thus far. Due to the war, many of our high school students were called upon to carry roles formerly enacted by those now fighting for our country. They are proving their mettle by making themselves equal to the request- ed task. VVe congratulate all high school participants. '45