Seattle University - Aegis Yearbook (Seattle, WA)

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ECHO DRAMATIC CLUB Campbell. Bauer. Meagher. Belpokd. Wilson Andrew . O’Donnell. Petpr. Kane. Grady, Skinner. Irvine DeDonato. Kearny. Smith. Seavbr, White. Nacciiton. Moriarty. Macnano Bate . Comic. Donovan. Kelly. Rzbiiaiin. Sheeiian. Nestor, Mr. Flajoli. S. J.. Moderator LETTERMEN’S CLUB Brandmbir. Green. Reynold . Merrick. Bblporo. Carroll. Morelli Ryan. Campbell, Lyons. Mi llally. Bkanican. Wilson. Donovan Andrew . Coi.acarro. Skinner. Claudon. Kane. Maonano. McNamara. Nestor Mr. Locan. S. Moderator. Martin. Nauohton. Coekig. Rebhahn. Cole. Sheehan, Finn DRAMATIC CLUB THIS year saw the realization of an important division of extra-curricula activities: namely, the Dramatic Club. It was through the efforts of Mr. Flajole, S. J., that this organization was made possible, since it was he who took it upon himself to animate an institution which had been forgotten about for several years. Soon after school assembled in September. Mr. Flajole announced the formation of an association of students interested in dramatics. The group became known as the Dramatic Club. At their first meeting a schedule of business for the year was agreed upon and the following officers were selected: Angelo Mag-nano, president: George Gocrig. vice-president: Bill Skinner, secretary, and Dick DeDonato. treasurer. 1 page twenty-eight

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John Peter was appointed editor-in-chief, and wasted no time in getting started. Things were organized quickly, and assignments began to pour onto the desk of the associate editor, Frank Hayes. While the actual work of writing the book was progressing, another group of students was handling the highly-important financial end of the book. Ad Smith, assisted by Dick DeDonato and Gerald McHugh, carried on an extensive campaign to secure ads, and thus assure financial security. Jack O'Donnell presided as business manager, aided by Jack Starr and Pat Andrews. With the financial end of the book cared for the writing continued. The chronicle was composed by Bob O'Gorman and Ed Donohoe. The work of writing class histories was han-died by Art Conley, class editor. The section of the Echo devoted to activities was edited by Jack Noser. Walt Kane, sports editor, assisted by Dick Kelly and George Mullally, gathered the details of the physical encounters of the year. Literary articles were handled by Art Meagher and Bob Rebhahn. By no means did the staff have clear sailing in preparing this hook. On the contrary, in was a difficult task. Many obstacles beset the path of all concerned, and it was only by unceas-ing work that it has been a success. Words of praise for the editors and contributors would be but a passing tribute; the Seattle Prep Echo for 1935 remains as a lasting testimonial of their endeavor. PANTHER THIS year saw the realization of the sch x l paper in printed form. Under the name of the Seattle Prep Panther it represented a steady evolution of the school newsorgan from a weekly bulletin board sheet to a four-page printed edition, carrying news, sports and feature articles. Edited by Arthur Meagher, the Panther carried out its policy of presenting unbiased observations of athletic and scholastic activities. Frank Hayes held the position of managing editor, while Art Conley, in his capacity as news editor, handled the gathering and editing of the news. The feature page, with its stories, columns and jokes, was under the direction of Jack Noser. Editors of the page devoted to sports were Virgil Belford and Bob Rebhahn. John Peter took care of the art work, and Mr. Evoy, S. J., acted as moderator. Reporters aiding the editors of the different divisions were Bates, Kelly, O'Gorman, Peter, Bauer, Merrick, Morrill, Andrews, Lenihan and Donohoe. On the business side of the staff were found James Dibb, as business manager; Harry Barber, as advertising manager: and Jack Moriarty, as circulation manager. Early in the year Meagher and Hayes represented the Panther at the Annual High School Journalism Conference at the University of Washington. Many ideas received there were put into practice in publishing the paper. The members of the staff believe they have done their part by raising the Panther to its present status, and hope that in future years each succeeding staff will add to its merits, so that Seattle Prep shall have a paper that will compare favorably with any edited by high school students. PAGE TWENTY-SEVEN

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Many interesting meetings were held at which the members presented short skits and pantomimes in preparation for the three plays given by the Club, and which were well received by enthusiastic audiences. The first production, The Revised Masterpiece, was given October 23 in St. Joseph's School auditorium. It was a hilarious two-act farce which dealt with the trials and disappointments of a novice sculptor; George Goerig. who played this part, often strained his patience to endure the lazy and meddlesome attitude of his colored servant. John Peter. Through the efforts of a friend. Dick DeDonato, a scheme was laid by which Goerig. with the aid of a professional poser. Bob Rcbhahn, is able to deceive a sanctimonious benefactor and critic of art. Ed Campbell, and receive the award he sought. Going from the ridiculous to the sublime. Dickens A Christmas Carol was next presented. With an entirely different cast it was given December 17 and 18 in St. Joseph’s School auditorium. The production was marvelously presented on a stage equipped with a fitting atmosphere. Centering about Christmas and Christmas spirit, much vividness was given it by remarkable lighting effects and representative costumes. The play centered around a miserly old merchant who believed Christmas spirit to be mere humbug. His cruel spirit was depicted by his inhuman feelings toward his clerk and other well-wishers, who regarded Christmas as a season of joy. Through a series of apparitions he became aware of his folly, and then joined in with the others in wishing everyone a Merry Christmas. The principal players were as follows: Dick Grady, the miserly Scrooge; Jack Moriarty. Bob Crat-chitt, his clerk: Bill Kelly, Tiny Tim. Bob's crippled son: and Bill Skinner. Scrooge's nephew. Others in the cast were Kane, Seavcr. Magnano, Naughton, Kearny, Wilson. Read. Olsen and Bates. The final production. The Room. was also well received. It was given May 16 before an appreciative audience in St. Joseph's School auditorium. The play was a two-act mystery in which the plot dealt with Mr. Smith, a wealthy broker who had received a death note: and centered about Detective Geary, who had been called upon to shield Mr. Smith the night the crime had been threatened to happen. Mr. Smith had also summoned his secretary and attorney on the same fatal night. The death note had been signed by “Velvet. a notorious criminal and public enemy. According to the note. Smith was to die at 11:00 p. m. Just a few minutes before the appointed hour a total stranger was detected peeping in the window of the living room, and was immediately captured by Geary and two plain-clothcsmcn from headquarters. A few seconds after eleven. Smith's secretary, who had been remaining with him in the fatal room, was found lying on the floor, apparently dead, and Smith was gone, leading them to believe that he. also, was dead. Velvet had succeeded. Yet no one could have possibly entered the room without being seen. Clever acting held the suspense of the crowd until the very last when the plot was unraveled. The play was so remarkably staged that it was presented elsewhere later. For this purpose two complete casts had been chosen. The characters, with the two students chosen to impersonate them, were as follows: Smith, Ed Campbell and Dick Grady: Detective Geary, John Peter and Bob Rcbhahn: Ward. Smith's secretary. George Goc-rig and Dick DeDonato. Thompson. Smith's attorney. Ad Smith and Joe Bauer; Rourkc, Jack O'Donnell and John Naughton; Williams. Virgil Belford and Robert Irvine: and Parsons, a stranger, Angelo Magnano and Frank Nestor. LETTERMEN’S CLUB THE Seattle Prep Lettermcn’s Club is an organization consisting of athletes who have merited the right to wear the varsity S received for active competition in football, basketball, or baseball. A student who serves two seasons as athletic manager is also eligible for a club membership. The object of the Lettermen's Club is to promote good feeling among its members and the student body, and to assist the faculty whenever possible. In view of this Father Maruca. S. J.. granted more power to its members as the year progressed until the Club's high rank has been accompanied by a wholesome prestige and an esteemed place in the minds of Seattle Prep students. Members of the Lettermen's Club have charge of ushering and directing at most school activities. They maintain order in the corridors, take charge of classes in the teachers' absence and have the duty of governing the campus when necessary. Winning a varsity “S is one thing, joining the Club is another. After filling the necessary requirements to possess a Prep monogram, the goal is not yet reached for the Lettermen's initiation looms ahead. This event causes the newcomer a little worry. He has. no doubt, seen others before him take the final steps. Aside from the expected number of swats, the candidate is ushered in at an assembly, thoroughly enjoyable to all but the aspirant. The hilarity is brought about when the applicant appears garbed in mother's old hat, one of her dresses and a pair of sis's shoes, along with grandma's oldest umbrella. After rendering a song, each fellow is given a final swat by the Club president, which makes him a member in good standing. Officers for the year 1935 were Aldo Morelli, president: Bob McNamara, vice-prcs dent: George Goc-rig, secretary-treasurer; and Frank Nestor, sergeant-at-arms. Mr. Logan, S. J., acted as faculty adviser. PAGE TWENTY-NINE