Seattle University - Aegis Yearbook (Seattle, WA)

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ECHO Ryan Monei.t.1 Mantis DkDosato Bkan-dmeik ASSOCIATED STUDENTS W T NDER the leadership of Henry Martin, president; Aldo Morelli, vice-president; Rich-i ard DeDonato, secretary; Frank Brandmeir. treasurer; and George Ryan, sergeant-at- - i- arms, the student body activities were very ably and enjoyably administered. With “Hank” capably at the helm, the Associated Students realized the pleasure of many meetings, either in the gym or on the campus when the weather was permissible. Although the assemblies were of an informal nature, they were whole-heartedly appreciated by students and faculty, as well. Accompanied by the opening days of school, the first gathering convened early in September, purposely to introduce the student officers and faculty members to the incoming pupils. More irregular but frequent meetings were held, which may be termed, for the most part, pep rallies. At these rallies Fr. Maruca, S. J., and Coach Walterskirchen developed a following that was to become, as the year progressed, instrumental in influencing a greater sch x l spirit that flourished higher with the passing of each season. Fostered by these two Prep boosters, that spirit has now entered our veins to be a part of us. Thus we naturally tend to build a desired liking for Seattle Prep through our association with those beyond its portals. Throughout football, basketball and baseball seasons short talks were given by various members of the respective teams on the eve of contests. Here, also, plans were made to assist Prep athletics by amassing vocal ostentation to cheer the fighting Panthers on to victory. During the course of the current year we have had the happiness to assist at a number of assemblies of an extra-curricula nature. Among these was the visit paid us by Mr. Lemieux, S. J., accompanied by the Gonzaga debate team. On Provincial’s Day the different classes presented an amusing program in honor of Reverend Father Fitzgerald, S. J., who in turn amused us by granting a holiday. Headed by Jack O'Donnell and John Peter, the senior class enacted a comical skit, in the form of a radio program, over the mythical station, P.R.E.P. The primary purpose was to begin a drive to obtain subscriptions for our yearbxx k. Not last, and surely not least, was the annual visit paid us by Captain Sanislo of the Seattle Fire Department. The Captain's siren, narrations and harmonica are familiar at Seattle Prep, and his entertaining personality is cordially welcomed each year. And, in drawing the curtains, let us thank Fr. Maruca, Mr. O'Hara, S. J.. Mr. Evoy, S. J., and all others who have helped to make our assemblies the successes they have been. PAGE TWENTY-THREE

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days were devoted to earnest and feverish preparation with the various members of the Sodality Union. Needed funds to help defray the expenses for the convention were raised by an enthusiastically-received turkey raffle. Daniel A. Lord, S. J., national Sodality organiser, presided at the meetings of the conference. During the three days of the meet time was devoted mainly to the open discussion of the Mexican persecution question and the Legion of Decency drive. Catholic action—what it means and how it can be animated—was given much consideration, also. On the evening of the third day a banquet, marking the final adjournment of the convention, was held. Enthused by the impetus given them by the stirring talks of Father Lord, the committees of the Sodality undertook several activities. The publicity committee furnished facts about the Mexican question by placing informative information on the bulletin board. In aid of foreign missions the missionary committee instigated a stamp drive and met with no little success, continuing the campaign until the end of the year. With the coming of the holy season of Lent, Our Lady's committee t x k the lead in sponsoring the daily recitation of prayers during the noon hour. Every Friday Stations of the Cross and benediction were held for the entire student body. In March a large group of applicants was received into the organization. Occupying a prominent part in the promotion of the activities were the moderators, Father Georgen, S. J., and Mr. Dachy, S. J., to whom the Sodality is deeply indebted. They were ably assisted by Angelo Magnano, prefect; Pat Andrews, secretary; Dave King, chairman of the Eucharistic committee; Ed Sheehan, chairman of Our Lady's committee; Joe Bauer, chairman of the membership committee; Art Conley, chairman of the Catholic Action committee; John Peter, chairman of the publicity committee; and John Harrington, chairman of the missionary committee. Both from the standpoint of comparative members and interest involved the Senior SixJal-ity gave a very good account of itself during the year. JUNIOR SODALITY THE freshmen and sophomore classes this year were organized spiritually in the Junior Sodality, an organization acting entirely independently of the upper classes. To give due credit one must say it functioned smoothly and efficiently. Billy Kelly was elected prefect, with Jack Robinson acting as vice-prefect. Bill Bates performed the duties of secretary. First organized with Mr. Dachy, S. J., and later with Mr. O'Hara, S. J., as moderators, the Sodality started off immediately. Committees were formed and heads appointed. Donald West was head of the Eucharistic committee; Our Lady's committee was handled by Joe Merrick; John Sullivan directed the Sacred Heart group: Joe Deig-nan led the Missionary committee; the committee on literature was under George Ryan; John Boehm directed the publicity section; and the membership committee had “Wally Carroll at its head. These committees each had certain duties to perform, and did so to the best of their ability. There were many activities in which the Junior Sodality as a whole participated. The incoming freshmen were received in the Sodality, swelling the ranks by a large number. Then a penny drive was inaugurated to secure money to send cards of protest to Congress over the persecution in Mexico. About this time the study club idea was spreading throughout the diocese. The Junior Sodality formed study clubs with committee heads as a nucleus. Meetings were held in the gymnasium, and interesting topics were discussed before the whole Sodality. These and many more activities were performed throughout the year, and the Junior Sodality stands as a credit to the lower classes. 1»ACF. TWENTY-TWO

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ECHO SENIOR DEBATE Crawford. Fins. Kane. Bauer. Wilson. Cosier Dibb. DeDonato, Mr.AOiir.il. Grady. Naucmtos, Claudon. Potts Hayes, Smith. McGuire. Macnano. White. Hebert, Donohoe PtTEK, Goeric, Rebhahn, Sheehan, Donovan. O’Gorman. Kelly JUNIOR DEBATE Moxrill. Robinson. Evoy. Kerschbaim. Reynolds, Smith, Irvine Anderson. Lenihan. McHugh. Sweeney. Fairhi rst. Stewart. McChesnev. Valiqultte Bates, English. E.. English. J.. Wall. Bertin. Ebert. LeClair. Joyce Baolky, McGregor. Demon, Olsen. Kelly. Sbvenicii. Corrigan. Emerson SENIOR DEBATE CLUB IF interest in a specific high school activity is any indication of one's future line of endeavor, there will certainly he several striving barristers representing Seattle Prep in the outside world, since membership in the Senior Debate Club totalled an all-time high of forty students this year, with debates held weekly by the members of the organization. The first meeting of the group was attended by but fifteen veteran debaters, who elected John Peter to act as chairman at all the debates. Bob Rebhahn was chosen secretary for the PAGE TWENTY-FOUR