Seattle University - Aegis Yearbook (Seattle, WA)

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History. Chemistry was handled by Mr. Grief; Spanish by Mr. O'Brien; French by Mr. Dachy; and III B Latin by Mr. Geis. As always the class of '36 predominated everything it entered upon. Two members, DeDonato and Brandmeir, were student-body officers. In the Intra-mural Basketball League, III A was victorious, but only after a hard chase by III B. In Debating, III A was well represented by O'Gorman and Wilson whose splendid speeches rated high in the Gold Medal Debate. Brislawn and De-Donato fired flowing orations at the listeners of the Annual Elocution Contest. 00 At the graduating exercises, three medals were bestowed on members of '36. Dave King received the Latin Medal; lack Naughton, the William Kendall Memorial Reward, and Dick DeDonato, the Loyalty Medal. The third year had passed and the classmen of '36 found themselves well advanced towards their Senior year and distinctively prominent in the eyes of the remaining student-body. Eager to make our last year the happiest and most enjoyable, the class of '36 assembled for school in September, 1935, full of pep and enthusiasm. As usual the class elections were held; in IV A, Dick DeDonato for the third successive term was elected president; Jack Green, vice-president, and Jack Naughton, secretary-treasurer. In IV B, Bud Nestor accepted his second term as president; Jack Noser was vice-president, and Dick Kelly, secretary-treasurer. Mr. Dowd performed an excellent task in instructing IV B English, and Mr. Evoy taught the same subject to IV A. Except for the Latin class, which was directed by Mr. Gerald McDonald, the classes were combined for the remaining subjects. Mr. Nealon will alv ays be remembered for his friendly manner of teaching us Physics and Trigonometry, and Mr. Walterskirchen's dogmatic lectures in Civics will never be forgotten. Father Maruca conducted the Religion classes and was Moderator of the Sodality. The Echo and Panther will remain as a lasting memorial to the journalistic efforts of Ed Donohoe, Fred Hebert, Jack Kearny, Dick Kelly, and Bob O'Gorman, who constantly strove to place these publications on a high literary pedestal. Dick Kelly and Bob O'Gorman, Editor and Associate Editor of the Echo respectively, believe they have given the class of '36 a fitting remembrance of their happy school days at Seattle Prep and that the Echo in years to come will provide genuine entertainment by its realistic photographs and reminiscent accounts. Besides those who contributed to the literary success of these periodicals were DeDonato, Russell, and Ursino, who ably managed the finances and business which the Echo entailed. In Dramatics, Joe Russell was outstanding for his portrayals of comic life. Other notables in the Dramatic Club were DeDonato, a veteran of many plays; Claudon and Sheehan. The lone senior, representing the school in outside debates, was Bob O'Gorman, who tv ice defended us against the ravages of the Gonzaga Debate Club. In the world of sports the class of '36 was especially prominent. There were many men who participated in all three major sports and their brilliant record will long be remembered by Prep fans. Thus we have come to the end of our high school life. With Commencement over, we will have passed beyond the confines of Seattle Prep. It has been a long steady grind, but the Class of '36 persevered. V ith heartfelt gratitude we thank the Faculty for their kind efforts on our behalf, and hope that our future accomplishments will be a credit to their institution. It is our desire that in succeeding years, we forty-one graduates will preserve the youthful friendships that have been formed at the Prep. X oo oo ! —i O O w co

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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY years Seattle Prep had received many Freshmen classes within its portals; but it was never so completely bombarded with fiery school spirit and sparkling enthusiasm until the class of '36 burst through the school entrance in September, 1932. '36 entered the Prep eighty strong and as usual was divided into two classes, the A and B. In keeping with our spirited entre, class elections were immediately held. In I A, Jack Naughton was acclaimed president; Dick DeDonato, vice-president; Dick Kelly, secretary; Tom Finn, treasurer, and Dave King, the impetuous sergeant-at-arms. In I B, Walter Moore was president; Paul Cullinane, vice-president; Bob Trotter, secretary, and Ben Branigan, treasurer. Father Moffat instructed both classes in the fundamentals of Latin, and Mr. Logan taught Religion. English and History were Mr. Dowd's contribution to I A's scholastic success while Mr. Sweeney expounded the laws and theories of Algebra. In I B, Mr. Coen taught English and Algebra and Mr. Burris drove home the principles of Ancient History. After the Freshmen specimen in May, our year was practically ended. We greeted the oncoming vacation, knowing we had left behind us an admirable and distinguished record of achievement. Vacation over, the class of '36 returned to find themselves no longer the despised Frosh but respected Sophomores. '36 still manifested their old school spirit and possessed a sheer determination to win everything it entered. Class officers were elected as usual and in II A, Dick DeDonato took up the duties of class president; Jack Naughton, vice-president; Dick Kelly, secretary; Tom Finn, treasurer, and Mike Colacarro, sergeant-at-arms. In IIB, Paul Cullinane received the presidency; Bud Nestor was vice-president; Frank Brandmeir, secretary; Ben Branigan, treasurer, and John Harrington, sergeant-at-arms. It was our good fortune to have a fine crop of teachers again advising us. In II A, Mr. Evoy taught English; Mr. Burris, History; Mr. Logan, Latin, and Mr. O'Hara, Geometry. Greek, French and Spanish were instructed by Messrs. Logan, Geis, and Burries, respectively. In II B, Mr. Flajole taught English and History; Mr. O'Hara, Geometry and Latin. In the various school activities the Sophomore class of '36 displayed abundant talent. Dick DeDonato represented the school in the Apologetic Contest and portrayed a leading role in the play, ''His Father's Son.'' Ed Sheehan was elected student-body sergeant-at-arms, and Neil Brislawn won the Junior Elocution Contest. In the world of sports. Sophomore classmen brought home the honors; Naughton, Green, Finn, and Clauaon all received basketball letters. Nestor earned his in football while Eddie Sheehan received his second letter in baseball. II B upset I! A to carry off the intra-mural basketball title of the school. Another year had rolled by and '36 had become Juniors, upper-classmen, at last! Elections were presently held and in the A class Dick DeDonato again assumed the duties of class president with Jack Green, vice-president; Jack Naughton, secretary-treasurer; and Tom Finn, sergeant-at-arms. In Junior ''B,'' Bud Nestor was chosen president; Paul Cullinane, vice-president, and Jack Noser, secretary-treasurer. The same friendly teachers now so well known to the students were again expounding the laws of education. In the A class, Mr. Logan taught Latin and Greek; Mr. Evoy dealt out English to both classes, and Mr. McGruder taught

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SENIOR CLASS PROPHECY F Arc; I ROM the various accomplishments attained by our Seniors during the four years they have attended Seattle Prep; from their individual aspirations arising from their ambitions, and from the information received from them during their expressed periods of thought, a Senior Class Prophecy has been attempted in which it is hoped that justice will be evenly dealt to all. Not only is there prophecy in these lines — a vague hope that this prophecy will be fulfilled but we know there will be a determined effort by all to accomplish what he is striving for and will eventually attain. With this in mind we recklessly make the following predictions: Tony Aversano One of Mussolini’s henchmon in Ethiopia. Harry Bennett Inventor of waterless ice. Hobby, fishing for smelts. Bernard Branigan Couldn't resist the bakery business because he ’kneaded' the 'dough.' Neal Brislawn Field geologist for the Smith sonian Institute. Paul Claudon Froshman basketball coach at Santa Clara. Mike Colacarro Giving Leo Lasson tho low-down on his pitching success for the Italian Athletic Club. Roy Crawford Product of Annapolis. Assistant at tho San Diego naval base. Dave Cullinanc Mechanic for the Cullinane Wrockago Company. Paul Cullinane Authority on stroam-linod plumbing fixtures. Dick DoDonato Manager of a fashionable Now York dopartment store. Ed Donohoe Started as oditor of the Friday Harbor Journal. Soon became syndicated sports writer. Leo Freeley Owner of the Northwest's pro mier undertaking parlors. Dave King Hoad of tho Oxford Research Dc partment in Oriontal languages. Bill McChosney Salesman for marine diesel engine corporation. Jim McDevitt American automobile representative of Seattle. John McGeough A political observer and syndicated writer. Jack Naughton Renowned specialist of the modical profession. Frank Nostor Tho conlury's gift to the bald-headed man. His hair-raising salesmanship has won him world renown. Jack Noser A writer of short stories in which all the characters, except the author, aro killed. Bob O'Gorman His thesis on the Tenth Dimension and Its Possibilities won him notoriety as a thoorotical physicist. Dan O'Neill Insurance agency owner. Hobby, playing tennis after selling large policies. John Ostorman Diminutive croator of the original autoplano that makos flying pos-siblo to everybody. Mel Potts Chief engineer on a passenger boat making trips between here and tho Atlantic seaboard. Jack Green Manager of magazine distributing agency. Hobby, saving coupons. Andy Harrington President of the White Center's Booster Club and noted radio humorist. Fred Hebert Editor of tho Ketchikan News. Publicity man of tho Alaska Chamber cf Commerce. Bill Hennoman Seattle's gift to the meatpacking industry. Gordio Johnson A 1 transport pilot. Stationed at Boeing Field. Jack Kearny An orchestra loader with ability as well as personality. John Kelly Tho city's most affable sports dealer. Dick Kelly President of the Philco Radio S Television Co. Joo Konnedy Leader of the Community Band out at Fremont. Joe Russell — One of Wall Street's ablest lin-anceers and a talented amateur actor. Eddie Sheehan The only Prep man that has evor gained famo in tho big leagues. Robert Trotter A skillful auto mechanic who has rebuilt every type of motor known to man. Frank Ursino President of tho Bank of Italy and organizer of many Italian clubs. Charles West Fashion designer for a Los Angeles exclusive clothing store. John White — Crack trans-oceanic pilot of the Imporial-Pan-American airway system. Tierney Wilson A member of tho board of the Chicago Stock Exchange . A1 Wood A jeweler noted for the brilliance of his window displays in his chain of coast stores.